AudioBahn ACS2035N User manual

ACS SERIES FULL-RANGE SPEAKERS
ACS2093N / ACS2092N / ACS2068N
ACS2063N / ACS2062N / ACS2050N
ACS2046N / ACS2041N / ACS2040N / ACS2035N
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Getting Started-------------------------------------------------------
Introduction-----------------------------------------------------------
Features and Specifications--------------------------------------
Mounting and Setup------------------------------------------------
Wiring-------------------------------------------------------------------
Removing the Tweeter---------------------------------------------
Choosing a Location------------------------------------------------
Installation-------------------------------------------------------------
General Wiring-------------------------------------------------------
Securing the Speaker----------------------------------------------
Troubleshooting------------------------------------------------------
Warning and Disclaimer-------------------------------------------
Warranty---------------------------------------------------------------
Welcome to Audiobahn Inc.. This manual has been designed to provide information for
the owner, salesperson, and installer. For those of you who want quick information on
how to install this product, please turn to the installation section of this manual. Other
information can be located by using the table of contents. We at Audiobahn Inc. have
worked very hard to make sure that all of the information in this manual is current, but,
as we are constantly finding new ways to improve our product, this information is subject
to change without notice. All updated information can be found on our web page in the
technical support section.
Getting Started
Table of Contents
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Cast Composite Flame Basket
Cast Compositie Indigo Grille
Indigo Blue Poly-Carbon Cone
EPDM Rubber Surround
2 Layer High-Temp ASV Voice Coil
4-Ohm Impeadence
Outboard 12dB Matched Component Crossovers
Complete with Mounting Hardware
ACS2093N: 6x9" 3-Way
ACS2092N: 6x9" 2-Way
ACS2068N: 6X8" 2-Way
ACS2063N: 6.5" 3-Way
ACS2062N: 6.5” 2-Way
ACS2050N: 5.25" 2-Way
ACS2046N: 4X6” 2-Way
ACS2041N: 4x10" 2-Way
ACS2040N: 4" 2-Way
ACS2035N: 3.5" 2-Way
ACS2093N: 225 Watts RMS
ACS2092N: 200 Watts RMS
ACS2068N: 105 Watts RMS
ACS2063N: 110 Watts RMS
ACS2062N: 100 Watts RMS
ACS2050N: 80 Watts RMS
ACS2046N: 80 Watts RMS
ACS2041N: 100 Watts RMS
ACS2040N: 80 Watts RMS
ACS2035N: 60 Watts RMS
ACS2093N: 40 oz.
ACS2092N: 40 oz.
ACS2068N: 20 oz.
ACS2063N: 20 oz.
ACS2062N: 20 oz.
ACS2050N: 17 oz.
ACS2046N: 17 oz.
ACS2041N: 20 oz.
ACS2040N: 17 oz.
ACS2035N: 14 oz.
ACS2093N: 25Hz-25kHz
ACS2093N: 25Hz-25kHz
ACS2068N: 30Hz-22.5kHz
ACS2063N: 40Hz-25kHz
ACS2062N: 40Hz-22.5kHz
ACS2050N: 50Hz-22.5kHz
ACS2046N: 50Hz-22.5kHz
ACS2040N: 40Hz-22.5kHz
ACS2040N: 70Hz-22.5kHz
ACS2035N: 100Hz-22.5kHz
ACS2093N: 96dB
ACS2092N: 96dB
ACS2068N: 95dB
ACS2063N: 95dB
ACS2062N: 94dB
ACS2050N: 94dB
ACS2046N: 93dB
ACS2041N: 93dB
ACS2040N: 92dB
ACS2035N: 92dB
Power Handling
Frequency
Speaker Size
Specifications
Features
Features and Specifications
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Magnet Weight
Sensitivity

Mounting and Setup
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ACS2093N / ACS2092N
ACS2068N
All measurements are in millimeters.

Mounting and Setup
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ACS2041N
All measurements are in millimeters.
ACS2046N

Mounting and Setup
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All measurements are in millimeters.
ACS2050N
ACS2063N / ACS2062N

Mounting and Setup
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ACS2035N
ACS2040N

Wiring
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Audiobahn ACS series full-range speakers come with a separate crossover network.
The wires are marked for polarity. The solidblue wires are (-) negative, and the blue
wires with a silver stripe are (+) positive. If you take the cover off the crossover, you can
see that the wires are labeled inside, (IN) for Input, (W) for Woofer, and (T) for Tweeter.
Each set of wires has their own label with a + or - next to them. To mount the crossover,
use the supplied screws or double-backed tape to secure the crossover to a solid
mounting location. You can extend the wires if you need to mount the crossover further
away from the speaker. Try to keep the crossover as close as possible to the speaker.
+ Wire
- Wire
INPUT TWEETER
WOOFER
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The speaker has 2 sets of terminals on it. The set of terminals with one large terminal,
and one small terminal, is for the woofer. The large terminal is (+) positive. The
connection for the tweeter has a plastic rectangular block that is approximately 3/4” x
1/2”. This connection has 2 small terminals in the block. There is also a small label in
plastic on the block indicating + and - wiring. Match the + and - on the block to the +
and - on the back of the basket of your speaker. The + terminal on your speaker will
have a red dot located next to it. Slide the block into place and your tweeter is now
securely wired.
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Removing the Tweeter
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1. To remove the tweeter for optional mounting, detach the tweeters wires from their terminals on the basket.
Then remove the rubber backing on the speaker. Now you can unscrew the tweeter by turning it counter
clockwise.
2. Use your hands or the circle wrench provided to unscrew the pole piece from the tweeter itself. The pole piece
will not be used now.
3. Remove the silver trim ring from cup provided and place the black cup on the tweeter by running the wire
through the hole and screwing it on.
4. This is what the tweeter should look like now.
5. After cutting a hole for the tweeter to be mounted to, place the tweeter in the mounting hole, and slide the
silver trim ring onto the back of the tweeter firmly. This will hold the tweeter in place.
Note: The silver domed tip will screw into place where the tweeter was located on the speakers. When using this
mounting method, you will need to extend the tweeters speaker wire in somecases. Attach the tweeter’s speaker
wire to the same terminal they were before. That is the terminal with no wires running to or from it.
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It is always best to plan the complete installation prior to attempting to install any product. The routing of wires,
power connections and mounting locations should be planned first. As with any car stereo installation all work
performed should be checked thoroughly and carefully prior to the operation of the system.
The placement of your Audiobahn speakers within your vehicle will greatly affect the overall performance of
your audio system. Every vehicle is different, so installation into particular locations of the vehicle may not be
possible without modifications. Factory provided locations are generally preferable due to ease of installation. In
all cases speakers should be placed in a location free of obstruction by body panels, window cranks, storage
compartments or anything that may hinder the speakers performance. Avoid areas that do not provide a flat,
sturdy mounting surface.
Audiobahn ACS series speakers may reqire minor modifications to fit into stock or factory locations. Again, if at
all possible it is recommended that you use a factory location. This applies mostly to later model vehicles. For
those earlier models that do not have factory locations or are limited to front locations, it is recommended that
you choose an area with sufficient airspace.
If you allow an insufficient amount of airspace, the speaker may not reproduce low frequencies very well. It is
recommended to mount the speakers in door panels, kick panels, rear decks, etc. Ideally the speaker should be
mounted where it will be in a enclosed airspace allowing for extended bass response.
Choosing A Location
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Installation
Note: Audiobahn strongly recommends that you operate your system at low volumes prior to the completed
installation of your Audiobahn speakers. This will allow a test of the speaker before securing it to its permanent
location.
Caution: Make sure that all speaker wiring is fully protected from cuts, tears and possible wear. All short circuits
developing as a result could severely damage the source unit or possibly the amplifier as well as the speakers
themselves. Makes sure all speaker wires are placed easily within reach of the speaker terminal with no stress
on the wire or connectors.
1) Confirm the mounting location and depth requirements by inspecting the area where the speaker will be
mounted. Most speakers will fit into stock locations on the vehicle with little or no modification. You can use the
schematics in this manual to figure out the exact dimensions you are eorking with for your particular speaker. In
this case only depth consideration is important.
2) If the location you have picked does require cutting, you may use the supplied template to help you locate
and mark the mounting location and cuts to be made. Be careful when cutting out the template. If you cut the
template properly, the speaker will be a perfect fit.
3) If there is a cosmetic panel where the speaker will be mounted, we recommend using a utility knife to
carefully cut a hole in it. Confirm the cut by placing the speaker in the hole. You may need to modify the hole cut
as necessary.
4) If it is necessary to cut steel, reinstall the cosmetic panel in place and use the hole you have previously cut
as a template. This will help to insure proper cutting and a good fit. Mark the locations for the speaker mounting
screws. Then remove the panel and drill the screw hole. When finished you can replace the panel.
5) After cutting and drilling all holes, inspect the mounting areas for any metal burrs or rough edges. File any
area that may interfere with the mounting of the speaker.
6) Clean any metal shavings from the mounting area and check for areas in which water may enter the speaker
cavity. Treat the area for water protection when necessary.
Make sure your source unit (Cassette, CD, DAT, DVD etc.) is turned off while connecting the speaker terminals.
Turn on the various components and slowly advance the volume. Remember to check and recheck all
connections to insure you have a secure fitting.
Mounting
Installation
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Wiring
Audiobahn recommends using at least 18-gauge wire with your new speaker system. Thinner gauge wire can
easily be severed and can cause damage to your system should any bare wires come in contact with the
vehicles chassis.
Make sure that your audio system is off while installing and connecting your new Audiobahn speakers. Failure
to do so could result in damaging the speaker beyond repair. This is not something that would be covered
under the manufacturer warranty.
Be sure to route the wires to the speakers with the insulated terminal ending at the speaker. This will insure a
good contact with the speaker. If you need to shorten the speaker lead, do so on the opposite end of the
insulated terminals or the bare end.
Be sure the polarity is correct at all times. The speaker leads are color coded for negative and positive. Make
sure that the leads connected to the positive terminal of your amplifier or source unit is correctly connected to
the positive terminal of the speaker.
To insure long-term reliability all bare wires and wire-to-wire connections should be soldered and insulated
with heat shrink or electricians tape. Under no circumstances should you leave any bare wires uncovered, as
this can and will lead to the failure of your speakers and possibly other components.
When mounting in a door it is imperative to have the right amount of slack in the connecting wire as to not get
crimped or torn when the door is opened or closed. Avoid areas of the door jam that pinch. This will cause
damage to the speaker and other components over long-term use.
Once the speaker wiring is complete, you can connect the opposite end to the amplifier or source unit. Again,
be sure to observe correct polarity. Solder and wrap all stripped connections.
General Wiring
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Securing the Speaker
Once you have tested your system and confirmed that it is operating properly, turn off your system and
prepare for the final mounting of the speakers.
1) Position the speaker into the mounting hole and confirm the correct mounting location and hole
placement. Screw clips are provided to insure a snug fit. Place screw clips over the metal surface
and line up the hole you have previously drilled. Place the speaker into the hole. Align mounting
holes and proceed to insert the screws. Be sure to tighten the screws evenly as not to warp the
speaker frame.
2) Turn your system back on to confirm the speakers proper operation. First test at low volume and
then you may steadily increase the volume as desired.
Warning
It is extremely important that the mounting ring is correctly installed around the speaker.
Securing the Speaker
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In the event that your Audiobahn speakers appear to require service we ask that you first do a little troubleshooting
to determine if the problem is actually the speaker, or a problem located in a different part of the vehicle such as the
amplifier, wiring, fusing or possibly the source unit.
If your Audiobahn speakers have been installed professionally by an authorized Audiobahn Dealer, we recommend
that you return to the dealer and demonstrate the problem to a qualified installer or repair technician. If you installed
the speaker yourself, use the following guidelines to help find the problem.
1) No Sound
*Check the source or amplifier for power and be sure they are operating properly
*Check all signal Connections
*Check for any wiring that may be shorting together or touching the metal chassis
*Check all ground connections
2) Distorted Sound at All Volumes
*Check for bad speaker connections
*Check wiring for correct polarity
3) Distorted Sound at High Volumes Only
*Check for loose mounting of the speaker
*Inspect the speaker for debris in the cone or other obstructions
*Check the woofer cone for any damage or defects
4) Poor Bass Response
*Check wiring for correct polarity
*Check for unstable or loose mounting surface
*Check bass & treble controls as the source unit or amplifier
5) Poor High Frequency Response
*Check wiring for correct polarity
*Check treble control or EQ settings
*Check the tweeter for possible damage
Troubleshooting
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