CAISSONS ACCESS - Subwoofer FOCAL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CAISSONS ACCESS FOCAL

Access Enclosures Manual Congratulations on choosing Focal automobile speakers. To gain the best results from your speakers, please ensure you follow these recommendations. If not followed correctly any fault observed may not be covered by the guarantee. Each Focal subwoofer has been designed to operate within a specific box volume. Recommended volumes and alignments are provided to ensure optimum results. Included

• 1 x fixing kit - 2 x Nylon straps - 4 x metal support brackets - 8 x fixing screws - 1 x template Connections It is essential that correct polarity be observed with subwoofers. Positive is marked in red, negative in black. Wiring The quality and gauge of wire used will have a strong effect on the quality of sound. Focal Audiomobile recommend a minimum specification of 2.5mm2 oxygen free copper (OFC) wire for subwoofers. Ask your dealer for advice on your specific installation. We recommend the use of Focal FC 300 and FC 500 cables. Adjusting the cut-off frequency The ideal cut-off frequency is usually between 60 and 100 Hz. Optimum adjustment can only be achieved after listening and/or measuring. Recommended power Focal Audiomobile subwoofers have high power handling characteristics. It is therefore important to choose an amplifier powerful enough to drive them properly. An amplifier that is too small will distort quickly, limiting the level and quality of the sound and eventually causing damages to the loudspeakers. THE FOCAL

Warning! The high output and power handling of Focal Audiomobile subwoofers means that high sound pressure levels can be reached. We remind you that listening to music at levels beyond 110dB can permanently damage your hearing. Installation We have taken time to design a product that will work exceptionally well. To add to this we have included a fixing kit to ensure the subwoofer remains securely mounted. Please follow the below mentioned steps to ensure the subwoofer is mounted correctly.

1 - Rear seats must be positioned in their normal fixed position.

2 - Decide the best location possible that suits your automobile and space available. We recommend

the best location for optimum sound quality and most secure is to position behind the rear seats, in the trunk of the automobile. It can be positioned in either left centre or right side locations. This will not change the sound quality, as bass frequencies are not directional.

3 - Ensure the area for subwoofer location is clean and tidy. Any loose objects are removed, as they could

knock and damage the subwoofer, and this is not covered by the warranty.

4 - Once the location has been decided, carefully attach the fixing template with scotch tape. (Image 1)

5 - Now mark the screw hole positions for the fixing brackets. (Please verify with template.)

6 - Drill two holes 2 mm for the 4 x fixing brackets, at your defined locations. It is advisable that the

drill depth be reduced to a minimum length, so to prevent drilling to deep into the textile of the seat. (Image 2)

7 - Now carefully position the brackets and screws into place. (Image 3)

8 - Now take the two fixing straps and thread through the aperture available on the fixing bracket.

9 - Now place the subwoofer into position, remove the grille and lay the straps around the cabinet.

(these must be positioned at the extremity of cabinet, as indicated on diagrame, this ensures the straps do not interfere with the driver or port tube. Ensure the straps are flat and untangled. (Image 5)

10 - Attach the straps, close the loop, and pull tight. (Image 6)

11 - Ensure the cabinet is securely fastened into position. Adjust straps if necessary to maintain a secure

hold to the rear seat.

12 - Now add the grille.

13 - Your subwoofer is ready to use.

Technical specifications 27 Lux 33 Lux 40 Lux Maximum power handling 500 W 800 W 800 W Nominal power handling 250 W 400 W 400 W Sensitivity (2,83 V / 1 m) 90 dB 92 dB 93 dB 36 Hz-500 Hz 39 Hz-500 Hz 42 Hz-500 Hz Frequency response 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 in force in the country where the original purchase invoice was issued. In addition to Car hi-fi systems, Focal-JMlab offer personalized solutions for your home audio equipment. Enjoy at home the renowned Focal sound for your hi-fi cinema system. At your disposal are four product lines available from the French leader in loudspeaker design & manufacturing. Share our passion for the spirit of sound and make it yours. The Spirit of Sound / www.focal-fr.com F o c a l is a tr ade mar k o f F o c a l- J M la b Z I M o l i n a l a C h a z o t t e - 1 0 8 , r u e d e l ' A v e n i r - B P 7 4 - 4 2 0 0 3 S ai n t - E t i e n n e c e d e x 1 - F r a n c e Tel. [phone] - Fax [phone] - w w w . f o c a l - f r . c o m

Due to constant technological advances, Focal reserves its right to modify specifications without notice. Images may not conform exactly to specific product. Focal-JMlab-SC-020710/1 International Guarantee

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