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USER MANUAL L2-702 PowerBass

powerbass® AutoSound

L2-462 L2-522 L2-652 L2-675 L2-702 L2-682 L2-692T L2-693 L2-700

AUTOSOUND L SERIES SPEAKERS

Application Guide

Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new speakers. Should your PowerBass Autosound speakers ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.

powerbass® AutoSound

Thank you and Congratulation

Congratulations on your purchase of Powerbass Autosound speakers. You now own a speaker of uncompromising design and engineering from a factory that truly believes in the relentless pursuit of perfection. Incorporating the highest quality parts and state-of-the-art materials, these speakers display the ultimate balance between high fidelity, extreme performance and long-lasting reliability.

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At Powerbass USA, Inc. we are confident you will have many years of outstanding enjoyment from your superior SPEAKER investment. For maximum performance we recommend that you have your new PowerBass Autosound speakers installed by an Authorized PowerBass Dealer.

To learn more about PowerBass, please visit us on the World Wide Web at

http://www.powerbassusa.com

Δ Caution Δ

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels in excess of 100 dB can cause permanent hearing loss. PowerBass Autosound Speakers are capable of producing sound pressure levels well over 170 dB. Please observe all local sound ordinances while listening to your PowerBass Autosound system. PowerBass USA, Inc. accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage due to the result of use or misuse of this product.

POWERBASS AUTOSOUND L2 FULL RANGE FEATURES

Advanced Injection Molded Cone: An injection molded PP cone with carbon fiber was developed for better bass performance while minimizing distortion. This ultra lightweight cone is resistant to elements of the environment while giving the listener impeccable listening experience over the factory speakers.

Aluminum Hard Dome Tweeter: Ferrofluid enhanced aluminum dome tweeters deliver sharp clarity and crisp treble reproduction. The low profile design makes upgrading factory speakers a simple non-evasive task. (The L2-693 and L2-700 do not use aluminum tweeters).

Wave Guide Tweeter Lens: A specially engineered tweeter wave guide provides smooth and uniform response giving more high frequency sound propagation.

High Power 2-ohm Prime Voice Coil: These highly efficient 2-ohm coils were designed for greater efficiency and are compatible with most premium factory sound systems to make your vehicle sound better than ever.

High Damping Butyl Rubber Surround: Butyl rubber was chosen to ensure linear travel throughout the entire frequency range resulting in more bass output and higher efficiency while reducing distortion.

Non-resonant Basket Treatment: Each steel speaker basket has been treated with a proprietary resonant damping material making the speaker platform acoustically “dead”.

Additional Features: Acoustically transparent speaker grills*, professional mounting hardware and splice-in speaker wiring harnesses add further value to your speaker investment.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR POWERBASS L2 SERIES SPEAKERS
(Due to Constant Improvements, Specifications and Parameters are subject to change without notice.)*

	Model Size	Nominal	Impedance	Frequency Response	Sensitivity 1W/1M	Magnet Size	Mounting Depth	Power RMS/ Peak
*	L2-462 4x6"	2-ohm 70Hz-21kHz 87dB	8 oz. 1.86"/47.4mm	40W/120W
	L2-522	5.25"	2-ohm	62Hz-21kHz	88dB	10 oz.	1.95"/49.5mm	50W/150W
*	L2-652	6.5"	2-ohm	58Hz-21kHz	88dB	12 oz.	2.13"/54mm	60W/180W
	L2-675	6.75"	2-ohm	62Hz-21kHz	88dB	12 oz.	1.87"/47.5mm	60W/180W
*	L2-702	7"	2-ohm	60Hz-21kHz	90dB	16 oz.	2.36"/60mm	90W/270W
	L2-682	6x8"	2-ohm	54Hz-21kHz	89dB	14 oz.	2.4"/61mm	70W/210W
*	L2-692T	6x9" thin	2-ohm	50Hz-21kHz	89dB	10 oz.	2.48"/63mm	60W/180W
	L2-693 6x9"	2-ohm 43Hz-21kHz 91dB	30 oz. 3.2"/81.5mm	100W/300W
	L2-700	7" mid	2-ohm	55Hz-5.5kHz	90dB	16 oz.	2.36"/60mm	90W/270W

*Grills Not Included on some Models.

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Before beginning your installation, thoroughly read this guide and keep it as a reference. It will give you tips on proper placement, wiring, and installation as well as how to obtain the best sound from the PowerBass speakers you have selected.

INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE

Installation of PowerBass Autosound Speakers requires experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures. This manual only provides general installation and operation instructions. If you have any reservations about your installation skills or lack of the proper tools, please contact your local PowerBass Autosound dealer for assistance.

TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR POWERBASS SYSTEM

Your PowerBass Autosound speakers have been meticulous engineered and designed to handle high power musical reproduction. Despite their rugged construction, it is possible to damage your speaker if they are improperly used. In general, you will hear distortion as a so-called warning before any damage occurs. If you hear distortion in your system, immediately reduce the musical level to the point where the sound retains its clarity.

1. Be sure you supply the speakers with enough unclipped amplifier power to drive them properly. (More damage can be done to a speaker by under-powering and clipping your amplifier than any other way!)
2. Where possible, a separate amplifier just for your speaker should be used with an electronic crossover to set the frequency range. One amplifier with passive crossovers will work (Tri-Way Setup), but the system will do more with less stress on the amplifier by using two amps.
3. To avoid any possible sound cancellation from the front of the speaker to that of the rear of the speaker, cut a panel of Masonite or MDF to firmly mount the speaker if the vehicle's original cutout is too big.
4. When connecting speaker wires from the amplifier or head unit to that of the speaker itself, pay attention to the polarity of the connection. This will insure optimum sound reproduction and performance.
5. For maximum dynamic performance use weather stripping to insure a tight seal.
6. Do not mount any speakers or external crossovers where they will get wet.
7. Remember the Golden Rule "Measure twice...cut once."

PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

NOTE: The tools listed below may be required for proper installation.

• An electric drill with drill bits
• Phillips-head and standard screwdrivers
- Wire strippers
• Crimping tool and needle-nose pliers
• Silicone sealant or closed cell weather-stripping
- Metal file
- Hole saw
- Tin Snips

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

NOTE: Proceed only if you are a qualified installer otherwise; let your dealer do it.

• Always wear protective eyewear when using tools.
• Turn off all stereo and other electrical devices before you begin.
- Disconnect the (-) negative lead from your vehicle's battery.
- Keep the speakers in the package until final installation.
- Locate all fuel lines, brake lines, oil lines, and electrical cables when planning your installation.
- Check to see if there is enough clearance behind the mounting surface before installing the speakers.
- When running speaker wires through sheet metal, be sure to use grommets to properly insulate the wires from metal edges.

EXAMPLE OF MOUNTING

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Mounting Options

A: Rear Deck Mounting
B: Multiple Mounting

ILLUSTRATION OF REAR DECK MOUNT INSTALLATION

A B C

• A: Speaker mounting depth and hole cutout diameter.
• B: Cut hole using saber saw/ utility knife.
- C: Connect wiring to speaker terminals. Make sure of polarity (+)positive (-)ground. Using a philips screwdriver secure speakers and attach grille, if applicable.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

• Since these speakers utilize a unique low profile tweeter housing that has minimal tweeter protrusion, original factory mounting cutouts can still be used with the factory grills in many cases.
• These PowerBass Autosound speakers can be used above or below the mounting hole. Typically, your vehicle factory's speaker cutouts will accommodate these new speakers without any modifications. When the speaker has been correctly installed, there should be no air leaks between the front and back of the speaker.
• For door installations, check the clearance of the window and roll-up mechanisms throughout the entire range of the window's travel to make sure that all obstacles clear the speaker structure.
• Check the available mounting depth before installing the speaker. Use care when removing factory grills, door panels and factory speakers.

This manual is the exclusive property of PowerBass USA, Inc. Any reproduction of this manual, or use other than its intentions is strictly prohibited without the express consent of PowerBass USA, Inc. ©Copyright 2013 PowerBass USA, Inc.

POWERBASS AUTOSOUND LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY

PowerBass USA, Inc. offers limited warranty on PowerBass products under normal use on the following terms:

PowerBass Autosound Speakers are to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year.

This warranty applies only to PowerBass products sold to consumers by Authorized PowerBass Dealers in the United States of America. Products purchased by consumers from a PowerBass dealer in another country are covered only by that country's Distributor and not by PowerBass USA.

This warranty covers only the original purchaser of PowerBass product. In order to receive service, the purchaser must provide PowerBass with the receipt stating the consumer name, dealer, product and date of purchase.

Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at PowerBass's discretion and will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. PowerBass will not warranty this product under the following situations:

• Speakers received with bent frames or water damage
• Abuse such as holes in the cone, surround or ripped spider
• Voice coil damage due to amplifier clipping or distortion
• Product that has not been installed according to this owners manual

Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to assume for PowerBass any other liability in connection with the sale of this product.

Please call [phone] for PowerBass Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization Number) to return any product to PowerBass. The RA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the shipping carton or the delivery will be refused. Please pack your return carefully; we are not responsible for items damaged in shipping. Return the defective product along with a copy of the original dated retail sales receipt, plus \$9.00 for handling and diagnostic evaluation to:

Residents of HI, AK and US territories will be charged for return shipping. All inquires regarding service and warranty should be sent to the above address.

Removed or altered serial numbers will void this warranty

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