TS-FA120 - Subwoofer Audiopipe - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Subwoofer
Brand	Audiopipe
Model	TS-FA120
Nominal Diameter	12" (300 mm)
Overall Diameter	12 29/32" (328 mm)
Mounting Hole Diameter	11 9/64" (283 mm)
Mounting Depth	2 7/8" (73 mm)
Magnet Diameter	6 5/32" (156 mm)
Net Weight	9.92 lbs (4.5 kg)
Woofer Displacement	0.16 cu ft (4.53 L)
Voice Coil Diameter	2" (50.8 mm)
Voice Coil Height	1.62" (41 mm)
Voice Coil Layers	4
Magnetic Gap Height	0.32" (8 mm)
Linear Excursion (Xmax)	0.2" (5 mm) pk-pk
Maximum Excursion	0.71" (18 mm) pk-pk
Frequency Response	40 - 1600 Hz
Power Rating (RMS/Peak)	250 W / 500 W
Impedance (Dual Voice Coil)	2 x 4 ohms (configurable to 1, 2, 4, or 8 ohms)
Sensitivity (1W/1M)	89 dB
Recommended Sealed Enclosure	0.8 cu ft
Cone Material	Piano Black IMPP Cone
Basket Material	Piano Black Aluminum Basket
Voice Coil Design	4-Layer Dual Voice Coil BASV
Warranty	1 year limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - TS-FA120 Audiopipe

What is the power handling of the Audiopipe TS-FA120?

The TS-FA120 has a RMS power rating of 250 watts and a peak power handling of 500 watts.

What is the voice coil impedance?

The subwoofer features dual 4 ohm voice coils, which can be wired in series for 8 ohms or parallel for 2 ohms (or 1 ohm when using both coils in parallel).

What type of enclosure is recommended?

A sealed enclosure is recommended for optimal sound quality and control. The recommended internal volume is 0.8 cubic feet.

What is the mounting depth?

The mounting depth is 2 7/8 inches (73 mm). Make sure your enclosure has sufficient depth to accommodate the subwoofer.

What is the frequency response range?

The frequency response of the TS-FA120 is 40 Hz to 1600 Hz, making it suitable for deep bass reproduction.

Does the TS-FA120 come with a warranty?

Yes, Audiopipe provides a 1-year limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship from the original purchase date with original receipt.

What materials are used in the construction?

The cone is made of Piano Black IMPP material, the basket is Piano Black Aluminum, and the voice coil uses a 4-layer BASV design for high power handling.

How do I wire the dual voice coils?

Wire both coils in parallel for a 2 ohm load (or 1 ohm if using two subwoofers), or in series for an 8 ohm load. Use the provided wiring diagrams in the manual for proper connection.

What is the sensitivity of this subwoofer?

The sensitivity is 89 dB (1W/1M), which indicates moderate efficiency.

What is the recommended enclosure material?

Audiopipe recommends using 3/4 inch MDF (medium-density fiberboard) for the enclosure, with glued and screwed joints, and adding bracing to large panels.

USER MANUAL TS-FA120 Audiopipe

User's Manual

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All Audiopipe products are designed, manufactured and tested to perform in harsh environments. From our entry level products to our high end series, Audiopipe is your best choice for competition level performance. We welcome you to Team Audiopipe.

For more information, please visit your authorized Audiopipe dealer or:

WWW.AUDIOPIPE.COM

Introduction:

Congratulations on your purchase of an Audiopipe subwoofer. Your Audiopipe subwoofer has been engineered to produce the highest quality sub-bass performance in your vehicle. Audiopipe dealers have the knowledge, skills to build high-quality enclosure that will maximize the performance of your subwoofer. We highly recommend that you have your enclosure built by an Audiopipe authorized dealer. For more dealer information in your area do visit.

All Audiopipe products are designed, manufactured and tested to perform in the harsh environments. From our entry level products to our high end series, Audiopipe is your best choice for competition level performance.

We welcome you to team Audiopipe......

Table of Contents:

Warranty	1
Dimensions	2
Specifications	3
Building an Enclosure	4
Wiring Diagrams	5
Sealed Applications	6-7

Audiopipe Limited warranty

Audiopipe warrants this Subwoofer to be free of defects in material and workmanship for period of 1 year from the original purchase date with original receipt. Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Audiopipe's discretion. Warranty replacements may have some cosmetic scratches and blemishes. This warranty only applies to the original purchaser of the product purchased from an Audiopipe authorized dealer.

Limit on Implied warranties

Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at the retail, and no warranties, whether express or implied, shall apply to this product thereafter. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties, therefore these exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

What is not covered

• The cost of shipping
- Damage due to improper installation
- Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
- Product which has the serial number defaced, altered or removed
- Freight damage
- Product not purchased from an unauthorized dealer
- Damage through negligence, misuse, accident or abuse, repeated returns maybe considered abuse

How to obtain service

All warranty returns should be sent to Audiopipe freight prepaid and must be accompanied by proof of purchase (a copy of the original receipt) listing the customer name, dealers name, invoice number and product purchased. Items sent freight collect or COD will be refused. Call the Audiopipe customer service number 9 am to 5pm eastern standard time at 1-877-AUDIOPIPE (1-877-283-4674) for a return authorization number (RMA). Package all defectives items in the original package or in a package that will prevent shipping damages and return to Audiopipe 1195 NW 97th Ave Miami, Florida 33172. Audiopipe strives to maintain a goal of 24hrs return following receipt of the goods. Delays may be incurred if lack of replacement inventory or parts is encountered.

Dimensions:

	TS-FA80 TS	-FA100 TS-FA120
Nominal Diameter	∅203mm8”	∅254mm10”	∅300mm12”
Overall Diameter(A)	∅221mm8 11/16”	∅275mm10 13/16”	∅328mm12 29/32”
Mounting Hole Diameter(B)	∅183mm7 13/64”	∅234mm9 7/32”	∅283mm11 9/64”
Bolt Hole Circle(C)	∅198mm7 25/32”	∅254mm10”	∅302mm11 7/8”
Magnet Diameter(D)	∅126mm4 31/32”	∅140mm5 1/2”	∅156mm6 5/32”
Mounting Depth(E)	65mm2 9/16”	71mm2 51/64”	73mm2 7/8”
Driver Displacement	3.40 L0.12 cu ft	4.25 L0.15 cu ft	4.53 L0.16 cu ft
Net Weight	2.9kg6.39 lb	3.6kg7.94 lb	4.5kg9.92 lb

Features

• 4-Layer Dual Voice Coil BASV
- Piano Black Aluminum Basket
- Piano Black IMPP Cone

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Specifications:

	TS-FA80	TS-FA100 TS-FA120
	80Fs (Hz)	60 50
Re (Ohms)	2x3.6	2x3.6 2x3.6
Le (mH)	1.14	1.71 1.8
Qts	0.51	0.50 0.49
Qes	0.74	0.72	0.65
Qms	2.8	2.3	2.9
Cms (m/N)	0.07	0.057 0.072
Vas (L)	5	15 30
Mms (g)		91 12042
Mmd (g)		87 11241
No (%)	0.31	0.35 0.50
SPL (dB-1W/1M)		90 9189
BL (T*M)		18 18.313.5
Sd (cm2)		346 530204
Krm (mOhms)		5.8 4.587.5
Erm		0.85 0.870.80
Kxm (mH)		69 4584
Exm		0.64 0.680.58
Frequency Response (Hz)	70-2500Hz	50-2000Hz	40-1600Hz
Voice Coil Diameter	1.5"/38.5mm	2"/50.8mm	2"/50.8mm
Voice Coil Height	1.46"/37mm	1.62"/41mm	1.62"/41mm
Voice Coil Layers	4	4	4
Magnetic Gap Height	0.32"/8mm	0.32"/8mm	0.32"/8mm
Linera Excursion, pk-pk(Xmax)	0.12"/3mm	0.2"/5mm	0.2"/5mm
Maximum Excursion, pk-pk	0.59"/15mm	0.71"/18mm	0.71"/18mm
Magnet Weight	32 oz./0.9kg	40 oz./1.14kg	50 oz./1.43kg
Woofer Displacement	3.40 L/0.12 cubic ft.	4.25 L/0.15 cubic ft.	4.53 L/0.16 cubic ft.
Net Weight	6.39 lbs./2.9 kg	7.94 lbs./3.6 kg	9.92 lbs./4.5 kg
Power Rating	150/300W	200/400W	250/500W

Building an enclosure

When building an enclosure, the walls should be as rigid as possible and not flex. Flexing of the enclosure can drastically decrease your subwoofers performance. It is recommended that Enclosures be built using 3/4" MDF, be glued and secured with nails or screws. Add bracing to each of the larger unsupported panels. Your enclosures construction has a significant bearing on how well your subwoofers perform. When designing your enclosure keep in mind and account for wood thickness, port and woofer displacement.

Calculating volume

Measure the available space for the enclosure and using the formula (H X W X L divided by 1728) determine the appropriate measurements needed in order to achieve the desired cubic enclosure. If two facing sides are of uneven lengths add them together and divide by two.

Wiring subwoofers

When designing your system it is important to achieve a good power match between your subwoofer amplifier and the subwoofers capability. RMS power should be considered as a regular method of driving the subwoofer, make use of the power without drastically overdriving the amplifier. Amplifiers cannot read how many subwoofers are in the connection, they normally read the final impedance or otherwise known as ohms. It is important to properly match your amplifiers normal operating impedance with right subwoofer configuration.

Wiring options

The TS-FA series of subwoofers are available with dual 4 Ohms voice coils. Both coils must be connected to a source of amplification. A dual 4 Ohms woofer can be configured in parallel to provide a 1 Ohm load. A dual 4 Ohms woofer can be also configured in series to provide a 8 Ohms load. The terminal with the red markings is the positive while the black terminals represent the negative.

4 ohm DVC Speaker = 2 ohm Load 2

eaker = 4 ohm Load

4 ohm DVC Speaker = 1 ohm Load 2

eaker = 2 ohm Load

4 ohm DVC Speaker = 4 ohm Load

4 ohm DVC Speaker = 2.67 ohm Load

4 ohm DVC Speaker = 2 ohm Load

2 ohm DVC Speaker = 4 ohm Load

Sealed enclosure

This type of enclosure is classic and the simplest to build among most installers. The box volume will directly impact the performance of the subwoofer, it is important to make sure the enclosure is properly sealed. Use some type of sealant on the seams as this will ensure a solid construction and prevent air leaks. Larger enclosures will provide a flatter response and deeper bass where as a smaller box will provide a generally higher output for greater SPL. All sealed enclosure designs should be filled to 50% with loose ply-fill. The use of poly-fill will slightly decrease efficiency but will deepen and extend the low frequency.

Primary advantages

• Small enclosure
  • Good low frequency extension and control
• Simple to build
  • Excellent for sound quality

Calculating volume

Measure the available space for the enclosure and using the formula (H X W X L divided by 1728) determine the appropriate measurements needed in order to achieve the desired cubic enclosure. If two facing sides are of uneven lengths add them together and divide by two.

The enclosure recommendations listed are external dimensions using 3/4" thick wood. If you use 5/8" material subtract 1/4" from each dimension, we strongly recommend not use material less than 5/8".

*Note the enclosures listed in the manual account for the driver displacements.

Recommended Sealed Enclosure

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Subwoofer	Recommended Sealed Enclosure
TS-FA80	0.6 cu ft.
TS-FA100	0.7 cu ft.
TS-FA120	0.8 cu ft.