ACCESS 130 A - Speaker FOCAL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	2-way component speaker
Brand	FOCAL
Model	ACCESS 130 A
Impedance	4 Ω
Maximum power	100 W
Nominal power	50 W
Sensitivity	91 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
Frequency response	65 Hz - 20 kHz
Mounting diameter (woofer)	117 mm
Mounting depth (woofer)	57.2 mm
Woofer diameter	130 mm
Tweeter type	TN 47, surface or flush mount
Tweeter adjustment	Smooth/Live switch in the crossover
Passive crossover	2-way, terminals INPUT, WOOFER, TWEETER
Included accessories	Crossover, tweeter mounting brackets, screws, sealing gasket, unlocking tool
Installation	Surface or flush mount for tweeter; woofer in original or custom location
Usage	Car speakers, audio system
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents.
Safety	Observe polarity; do not hang by the wires; avoid metal shavings on the magnet.
Warranty	1 year in France, conditions vary by country
After-sales service	Contact the Focal dealer; replacement parts not specified
General information	Manufactured by Focal, French leader in acoustic speakers

Frequently Asked Questions - ACCESS 130 A FOCAL

How to install the tweeter of the Focal ACCESS 130 A?

The TN 47 tweeter can be surface or flush mounted. For surface mounting, choose the angle (10° or 30°), fix the bracket, route the wires, then place the tweeter by rotating it and replace the grille. For flush mounting, cut a 45 mm hole, install the barrette and bracket, screw, then route wires and place the tweeter.

Which tweeter setting to choose: Smooth or Live?

The switch on the crossover adjusts the tweeter level. Select Live if the tweeter is installed very close to the woofer (nominal level). Use Smooth if the tweeter is on the dashboard or top of the door and the woofer in the door; this attenuates the tweeter by approximately 3 dB for a more balanced sound.

How to connect the passive crossover of the Focal ACCESS 130 A?

Connect the INPUT terminals of the crossover to the speaker output of the radio or amplifier. The WOOFER terminals connect to the woofer (small tab = negative, large tab = positive). The TWEETER terminals connect to the tweeter (wire with red stripe = positive). Strictly observe polarity.

What amplifier power is recommended for the ACCESS 130 A?

The speakers have high efficiency (91 dB) and can work with a 'high power' radio. If you want more volume, use an amplifier whose maximum power matches the speakers (100 W max).

Can I use the Focal ACCESS 130 A directly with a car radio?

Yes, thanks to their sensitivity of 91 dB, they provide sufficient acoustic level for comfortable listening with a standard radio. Make sure the radio can deliver at least 50 W nominal.

How to maintain and clean my Focal ACCESS 130 A speakers?

Clean the grilles and surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. Never use solvents, alcohol or abrasive products. Avoid metal shavings or dust settling on the magnet.

What is the warranty of the Focal ACCESS 130 A?

In France, the warranty is one year from the date of purchase, non-transferable. It does not cover damages due to misuse or incorrect connection. Outside France, conditions are set by the local distributor.

What to do in case of problem with my ACCESS 130 A speakers?

Contact your Focal dealer. If the equipment is defective, it must be shipped at your expense in its original packaging. The Focal after-sales service will analyze and determine the fault. Under warranty, replacement is free; otherwise, a repair quote will be provided.

How to improve the bass of the ACCESS 130 A system?

You can add a subwoofer to reinforce the bass level. Ensure the installation is properly sealed between the front and back of the speaker and that the support is rigid. Using Plain-Chant damping material behind the speaker can reduce vibrations.

What is the sensitivity of the Focal ACCESS 130 A?

The sensitivity is 91 dB measured at 2.83 V/1 m, which is high for a car speaker. This means it produces a significant sound level even with low power.

USER MANUAL ACCESS 130 A FOCAL

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Placement of the speakers and orientation of the tweeter

To obtain the maximum results possible for effective listening pleasure, simply follow these easy steps :

■ To obtain correct sound staging, the speakers should be installed in the most front position possible.
■ Medium and high frequencies are better obtained if the speakers are positioned high in the door or in the dashboard. Bass drivers, and particularly subwoofers do not produce directional sound, thus are not so restricted to their position placement.

High frequency sound are even more directionnal, so fit the tweeters high up on the door panel or on the dash. Make sure there's a clear path between yours ears and the tweeters, that way you'll be able to hear how good they really are. If this is not possible, the windshield makes a very efficient reflector and can be used to re-direct the sound back towards you. Try and aim the sound from the left tweeter towards the right seat and the sound from right towards the left seat. This gives the widest and most even spread of sound.

Tweeter Woofer

Position the tweeters in the line of yours ears, that way you'll be able to hear how good they are.

Recommended Power

These speakers are already highly efficient, therefore their use with high power head units already ensures a comfortable listening pleasure. Always consult the head unit or amplifier manual, before. However if you wish to get more efficiency you can use your speakers with a power amplifier. Beware that the power consumption of your amplifier is compatible with your speakers (consult the head unit or amplifier manual).

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Focal produces a range of subwoofer drivers and subwoofers both passive and active to ensure your project obtains the maximum audible pleasure possible.

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Recommendations

Before attempted any installation work, it is very important to verify how much space is available to fit the speakers into the vehicle. We recommend you use the “hole-cutting” plans included to help with your installation.

After this has been verified continue to follow these important steps:

■ Regarding a direct replacement of original equipment, it is necessary to verify how much space is available. It is particularly important to verify how much space is available in front of the speaker, thus ensuring the forward excursion of the membrane will not hit the grille.
■ The defined location of the speaker installation must be clean.
■ Never use the cables to hold the speakers in place.
■ Ensure not to accidentally damage the speakers front facing surface, while screwing in-place.
■ Always ensure the speakers do not obstruct any of the normal working operations found in the vehicle (example: the speakers magnet assembly does not obstruct the window winding mechanism).
■ The speakers must be fixed rigidly in place to ensure unwanted distortion is eliminated.
■ The surrounding area where the speaker is placed, must be rigid (we recommend this area is reinforced with wood).
■ Sealing of the speaker to the placement is obtained using the foam gasket supplied.

Focal recommends the inclusion of “Plain-Chant” (ask at you local dealer). This damping material when installed in the door interior, behind each speaker greatly increases its performance. It helps eliminate unwanted vibrations and ensures the sound remains dynamic and responsive.

Fitting the tweeter

There are two monting possibilities: surface or flush mounted.

The TN 47 arrives supplied in its flush-mounting pod. Remove the grille by gently prizing it off (a paper clip is good for this). Use the tool supplied to remove the tweeter from its twist-lock fixing.

Surface mounting: choose the angle that best suits your installation ( 10^ or 30^ ) and mount the pod firmly using the screws supplied.
Feed the wire though the hole in the pod and re-fix the tweeter and grille in place.

② Flush mounting: cut a neat 45mm hole in the panel where you want to place the tweeter. With the metal mounting strip held from behind (with the ends pointing towards the hole), insert the screw through the flush-mount pod from the front and tighten to two parts together. Feed the wire through the hole in the pod and re-fix the tweeter and grille in place.

Grille Screw Tweeter Pod Mounting strip

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Fitting the crossover

Locate the crossovers in a dry, preferably ventilated area using either the screws supplied or double-sided tape.

To open the box, squeeze the middle of the side on the top half.

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Adjusting tweeter level

Once the complete system has been installed, the tweeter level can be adjusted to best suit the environment and placement you have chosen.

There are two adjustments: Smooth and Live.

■ Use the position Live if the woofer and tweeter have been placed close to each other. This position corresponds to the nominal level of the tweeter.
■ We'd recommended the position Smooth when the woofer is in the door or in the top half of the door and the tweeter on the dash. The Smooth position allows a 3dB attenuation.

The tweeter level adjustment system is located inside the crossover. Smooth Position Live Position

Cables and connection

For best results, we recommend you include the use of Focal cables. Alternatively, other high quality cable can be used. A section of 1mm is recommended, particularly if the distance from speaker to amplifier or head unit is long, to ensure the signal remains efficient.

Correct polarity must be maintained for a smooth and balanced sound.

■ Woofers: the small tag is the negative, the larger is positive.
■ Tweeters: the positive wire is marked with a red line.
■ 2-way crossover:

• connect the terminals marked INPUT to the loudspeaker outputs of your head unit or amplifier;
• connect the terminals marked WOOFER to the woofer;
• connect the terminals marked TWEETER to the tweeter.

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Specifications

	130A	165A
Impedance	4Ω	4Ω
Maximum power	100W	120W
Nominal rated power	50W	60W
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)	91dB	92dB
Frequency response	65Hz-20Khz	60Hz-20Khz
Fitting diameter	117mm	140mm
Mounting depth	57.2mm	66.2mm

Guarantee

In the unlikely event of any problem, please contact your Focal Audiomobile retailer.

Outside of France, all Focal speakers are covered by the guarantee drawn up by the official Focal distributor in your country. Your distributor can provide all details concerning the conditions of guarantee. Guarantee cover extends at least the legal minimum period guaranteed in force in the country where the original purchase invoice was issued.

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