Dual Electronics Corporation illumiNITE BP1204 Operating instructions

BP1204
INSTALLATION/OWNER1S MANUA
illumiNITETM

• BP1204 PREPARATION
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the Dual Electronics BP1204 Bandpass Subwoofer
System. Although Dual has attempted to ensure the information in this manual is
accurate. please
be aware that any part of it is subject to change without notice.
Safety
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/1\ CAUTION
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THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE DESIGNED TO ENSURE SAFETY
DURING INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE BP1204. FAILURE TO HEED
THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.
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To prevent injuryand damage to the unit. please read and follow the
instructions in this manual.
•If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself. have it installed by a
qualified audio technician.
•Before installation. disconnect the battery negative (-)
terminal to prevent
damage to the unit. fire
and/or possible injury.
•
Do not connect amplifier or any audio source to illumination inputs. These
inputs are designed for
12 volt power only.
•Illuminite inputs are designed
for 12 volt DC powersource only. Do NOT
connect your illuminite product directly to your battery permanently. as it will
cause your battery to discharge. Please use aswitched 12 volt source.
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BP1204INSTALLATION ..
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Installation
The following installation instructions are very basic. Ifyou feel unsure about
installing this speaker system yourself. Dual recommends aquiring the services
of aprofessional caraudio installation center.
Before installation. please review the following guidelines:
1. Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before
attempting to install this product.
2. For safety. disconnect the battery negative terminal prior to beginning
the installation.
3. Ifadditional wiring is required. we recommend running all wires prior to
mounting your speaker in place.
4. To ensure reliable performance and minimize signal or power loss. use the
highest qualityconnectors available.
5. Use caution before you drill or cut! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas
tanks. fuel lines. brake
or hydraulic lines. vacuum lines or electrical
wiring when working
on any vehicle.
6. Never run speaker wires underneath yourvehicle. Running speaker wires
inside the vehicle provides the best protection from exhaust. heat and
environmental elements.
7. Avoid running wires over. near or through sharp-edged surfaces. We
suggest you also use rubber grommets to protect any wires routed
through metal. especially the firewall.
8. When running the speaker cable from the amplifier. avoid running it near
sources of high current
(Le. wiring harnesses. battery cables).
9. When connecting the amp. the positive (+) speaker output from the bass amp
connects to the positive (+) terminal and the negative output (-) connects
to the negative (-) input terminal
on the input cup located on the rear of
the subwoofer enclosure.
DO NOT CONNECT AMP OR ANY AUDIO SOURCE TO
ILLUMINATION INPUTS. AS DAMAGE TO LIGHTS WILL OCCUR.
10. For the illumination connection. the positive (+) output from your 12V system
.. connects to the positive (+) input and the negative (ground) connects to
the negative (-) input
on the input cup located on the rear ofthe subwoofer
enclosure. Improper
12V polarity will not cause damage to the lights. but they
will not illuminate.
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[II BP1204INSTALLATlON
Enclosure Guidelines
To achieve the best possible sound from this subwooferenclosure, Dual
recommends aquiring the services of aprofessional caraudio installation center.
Ifyou feel confident in your ability to install this product without the assistance of
aprofessional. please read this section thoroughly.
We have provided a number
of placement recommendations and installation tips to assist you. Keep in mind
that these are provided as aguideline and you may find that other placements
may provide better results
for yourspecific vehicle.
• Make sure
all moving parts and factory electrical wires are out of the way and
will not interfere after installation.
•Ensure the
wire is ofsufficient length to avoid pulling or stretching. This is even
more important
if the wires will be run under or through the factory interior.
•Use electrical tape and
wire ties to ensure aU wires are properly secured.
•Avoid installing speakers
or electronics where they can be subject to moisture.
•Ensure the speaker
wires are connected using correct polarity. The positive
polarity is marked by a(+) sign. Incorrectlyconnected subwoofers
will result in
limited bass,output.
•Ensure the lUuminite wires
(12V) are connected using correct polarity. Do not
connect an amplifier
or any audio output source to the lUuminite inputs, as
doing so
will cause permanent damage to the lighting elements.
•Speaker
wire should be isolated from the vehicle's electrical system to avoid
noise being picked up by the amplifiers.
•
We recommend using 14 gauge or largersized speaker wire to ensure your
subwoofer receives the full poweroutput of
your amplifier.
•Rememberto listen responsibly and respect
your ears. Being exposed to
sounds over 125dB for even short periods oftime can create permanent
hearing loss!
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BP1204INSTALLATION 1m"
Illuminite ™ Lighting Hook-Up
Dual's patent-pending Illuminite bulb system and control circuitry provide for
extraordinary blue illumination. allowing
for creative. color-coordinated
installations. The interiorofyourvehicle
will neversound or look ordinary again!
Let
your imagination take you there.
The lighting features of
allilluminite products require a 12V powersource to
operate. The speaker has two distinct sets of input terminals. The first is labeled
"audio input" and the second is labeled "Illuminite lighting inputs". The inputs are
clearly marked with alabel positioned directlyabove the
terminal housing. The
polarity
(+ and -) indicators for each set of inputs also appear on these labels.
1. Do not connect youramplifier or any audio source to the Illuminite inputs.
These inputs are designed for switched
12V DC power only. Do not connect
directlyto your battery permanently. as it
will cause your battery to discharge.
Please use aswitched
12V source.
2. See Fig. 1 a. (illustrated wiring diagram) to be sure to maintain polarity. Be
sure to connect to aswitched 12 volt source. Properconnection would be
the positive (+) 12V wire to the positive (+) Illuminite input terminal and the
negative (-) Illuminite input terminal to asolid chassis ground.
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DO NOT CONNECT AMP OR ANY AUDIO SOURCE TO ILLUMINATION INPUTS.
DAMAGE TO LIGHTS WILL OCCUR. AND WARRANTY WILL BE VOID!
Fig 1a
Llghtmg Hook-Up From Rear
12 volt DC source
Ground
Illuminite Lighting
Input Terminals
From Amplifier
Audio InputTerminals
Note: The BP1204 Illuminite lights are not removable. There are no serviceable
parts inside
or attached to the speakerassembly. The BP1204 is asensitive
electronic device. Removal of
or tampering with any part ofthe speaker and/or its
assemblies
will damage the product and void the warranty.
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[II BP1204 GENERAL FEATURES
General Features
•InputTerminal Cup
The input
terminal cups provide aquick and easy connection from your
ampLifier
to the enclosure. and 12 volt inputs to powerthe Illuminite feature.
•Computer-Tuned Acoustic Chamber
Dual's enclosures utiLize aspecialized tuned-port. computer-aided design to
increase output efficiency.
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Low QOptimized Subwoofers
The subwoofers are designed to create loud yet very accurate bass.
•Curved Plexiglas Viewing Window
•Extremely Durable Carpeted Enclosure
•Nailed and Glued Construdion
with Added Bracing
This construction eliminates enclosure movement caused by high sound
pressure
leveLs.
•In-Line LED Protection Circuitry
•On-Off IlluminiteToggle Switch
•Removable Illuminite Logo
This static poly logo can be placed
on any window or glass surface.
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BP1204 WARRANTY .-
Limited One-Year Warranty
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the
original purchaser to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of one year from the
date of the original purchase.
Dual Electronics Corp. agrees. at our option. during
the warranty period. to repair any defect in material
or workmanship or to furnish an equal new. renewed
or comparable product (whichever is deemed
necessary) in exchange without charges. subject to
verification of the defect or malfunction and proof
of the date of purchase. Subsequent replacement
products are warranted for the balance of the original
warranty
period.
Who is covered? This warranty is extended to the
original retail purchaser for products
purchased and used in the U.S.A.
What is covered? This warranty covers all defects
in material and workmanship in this product. The
following are not covered:
installation/removal costs. damage resulting
from accident. misuse. abuse. neglect. product
modification. improper installation. incorrect line
voltage. unauthorized repair or failure to follow
instructions supplied with the product. or damage
occurring during return shipment of the product.
What to do?
1. Before you call for service. check the
troubleshooting guide in your owner's manual. A
slight
adjustment of any custom controls may save
you a service call.
2. If you require service during the warranty period.
you must carefully pack the product (preferably
in the original package) and ship it by prepaid
transportation with a copy of the original receipt
from the retailer to an
authorized service center.
3. Please describe your problem in writing and
include your name. areturn UPS shipping address
(P.O. Box not acceptable). and a
daytime phone number with your shipment.
4. For more information and for the location of the
nearest authorized service center please contact
us by one of the following methods:
• Call us toll-free at 1-866-382-5476
• E-mail [email protected]
Exclusion of Certain Damages: This warranty is
exclusive and in lieu of any and all other warranties.
expressed or implied. including without limitation
the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness
for aparticular purpose and any obligation. liability.
right. claim or remedy in contract or tort. whether or
not arising from the company's negligence. actual or
imputed. No person or representative is authorized
to assume for the company any other liability in
connection with the sale of this product. In no event
shall the company be liable for indirect. incidental or
consequential damages.
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Dual Electronics Corp.
Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476
www.dualav.com
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