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MODERN SOUND FOR YOUR CLASSIC

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USER’S MANUAL

SUB8100

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Page 1: ...MODERN SOUND FOR YOUR CLASSIC www retromanufacturing com USER S MANUAL SUB8100 P o w e r e d S u b w o o f e r ...

Page 2: ...1 TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME 2 WHAT S IN THE BOX 3 PRECAUTIONS 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 CONTROLS 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 SPECIFICATIONS 12 LIMITED WARRANTY 13 INSTALLATION NOTES 14 ...

Page 3: ...tchable 0º 180º phase control Frequency response 35 160Hz Remote Gain Control The information enclosed in this user s manual is to be used as a guide to assist you with installation and operation of your powered subwoofer This guide does not cover every installation possibility vehicle or aspect of the installation process Retro Manufacturing LLC RetroSound or its subsidiaries assume no responsibi...

Page 4: ...3 WHAT S IN THE BOX The items shown below are packaged with your SUB8100 Wiring Harness SUB8100 Powered Subwoofer Mounting Brackets Adhesive Tape Mounting Hardware Remote Gain Control ...

Page 5: ...not cover all possible installation scenarios If you feel that you can t install this unit yourself take it to a local car audio professional If you have questions about installing your unit you may contact us at tech retromanufacturing com or by calling 888 325 1555 Do not disassemble modify or attempt to repair the unit yourself If the unit needs to be repaired consult your dealer or Retro Manuf...

Page 6: ...e to the unit fire injury or death Be careful not to damage the leads Prevent them from being caught in the vehicle chassis or from being damaged by screws or moving parts such as seat rails Do not scratch pull bend or twist the leads Do not install them near heat sources or place heavy objects on them If the wiring must be routed around sharp metal edges protect them by wrapping them with vinyl t...

Page 7: ...fore beginning installation Verify the battery ground by checking that one wire is connected to the vehicle s starter mounting bolt or engine block and the other to the vehicle s chassis using at least 8 gauge wire Make sure the alternator or generator connections are secure and free from corrosion rust or dirt This unit is designed for operation with a negative ground 12 volt DC battery system Do...

Page 8: ...hardware see Figure 1 STEP 2 Mount the Powered Subwoofer Make sure the mounting location allows adequate space for the amplifier to dissipate heat You should also insure that the controls will be accessible after installation Use the sheet metal screws from your mounting hardware to securely mount the powered subwoofer When drilling the holes make sure you don t drill into the exhaust system fuel ...

Page 9: ...bwoofer off when the radio turns off Finally plug your radio s low level RCA outputs into the RCA inputs 5 on your powered subwoofer NOTE If your radio does not have RCA outputs you can use the high level input leads the separate white gray and black wires that plug into the wiring harness to connect your speaker wires directly to the powered subwoofer WARNING Never connect both the RCA and high l...

Page 10: ... The frequency control adjusts the frequency crossover point The recommended crossover setting is between 60Hz and 80Hz This is an advanced control and typically does not need adjusting beyond 60Hz or 80Hz unless you are looking for specific tonality 3 REMOTE INPUT This is the input for the remote gain control This remote adjusts the gain between MIN and the setting you choose with the gain contro...

Page 11: ...me of your radio until you start to hear distortion Then turn the volume down to the point where the distortion goes away Next increase the gain on your powered subwoofer until you begin to hear distortion Finally adjust the gain back down until you find the point where the distortion goes away Your radio and powered subwoofer levels are now matched 5 RCA INPUT CH1 This is the input for the left R...

Page 12: ...Check inputs for proper connections Fuses keep failing Possible short in wiring Check all wiring connections for possible shorts Battery connected backwards Make sure battery is properly connected Incorrect fuse rating Use a fuse with the correct 10 amp rating Engine noise heard through speakers Bad ground connection Make sure the powered subwoofer is ground to clean bare metal Ground loop or RF i...

Page 13: ...00 Watts RMS Signal to Noise Ratio 100dB Input Sensitivity 100 mV 6V Frequency Response 35Hz 160Hz Total Harmonic Distortion 0 1 Filters Low Pass Filter Slope 50Hz 100Hz 12dB octave Phase Control variable 0º 180º Other Specifications Fuse 10 amps x 1 Size W x H x L 91 4 x 23 4 x 133 4 350mm x 70mm x 235mm Weight 9lbs 4 08Kg NOTE All specifications are subject to change without notice ...

Page 14: ... tear or cosmetic damage The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred during shipment failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warranter failures which result from accident misuse abuse neglect bug infestation mishandling misapplication alteration faulty installation set up adjustment improper maintenance power line surge improper voltage supply lightning modification c...

Page 15: ...14 Copyright 2016 Retro Manufacturing LLC INSTALLATION NOTES ...

Page 16: ...MODERN SOUND FOR YOUR CLASSIC Retro Manufacturing LLC 7370 Eastgate Rd 125 Henderson NV 89011 p 888 325 1555 f 702 483 2229 www retromanufacturing com ...

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