Dual BAK1500 Operating instructions

INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL
Compact Amplified Subwoofer
BAK1500

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Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the Dual BAK1500 compact amplified subwoofer.
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.
Please read entire manual before installation. Due to the technical nature of
amplifiers, it is highly recommended that your Dual BAK1500 is installed by a
professional installer or an authorized dealer.
Before You Start
•Alwaysdisconnectthenegativebatteryterminal.Consultaqualifiedtechnician
for instructions if you are unsure.
•Avoidinstallingtheamplifierwhereitwouldbesubjecttohightemperatures,
such as from direct sunlight, or where it would be subject to dust, dirt or
excessivevibration.
•Useextremecautionwhendrillingholestoavoiddamagingfuellinesor
existingvehiclewiring.
•Allamplifierinstallationsrequirepower,signalandspeakerwires(not
included).
•Anamplifierinstallationkit(soldseparately)ishighlyrecommendedto
facilitatetheinstallation.Consultyourdealerforrecommendations.
Mounting Location
•Foroptimumperformance,makesuretoprovideatleast1"ofspacearoundall
sides of the amplifier.
•DonotmounttheBAK1500undercarpetsorwhereairflowisrestricted.
•DonotinstalltheBAK1500whereitmaybeexposedtomoisture.
•Theoptimummountinglocationvariesbetweenvehicles.Remembertotestall
amplifier functions before completing the final mounting procedure.
PREPARATION

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The following installation instructions are intended to be used as a basic
guideline. If you feel unsure about installing this speaker system yourself, Dual
recommendsacquiringtheservicesofaprofessionalcaraudio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.Ifadditionalwiringisrequired,werecommendrunningallwirespriorto
mounting your enclosure in place.
3. To ensure reliable performance and minimize signal or power loss, use the
highestqualityconnectorsavailable.
4.Neverrunspeakerwiresunderneathyourvehicle.Runningspeakerwires
insidethevehicleprovidesthebestprotectionfromexhaust,heatand
environmentalelements.
5.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.
6.Whenrunningthespeakercabletotheamplier,avoidrunningitnearsources
ofhighcurrent(i.e.wiringharnesses,batterycables).
Safety First
The following instructions are designed to ensure safety during installation and use
of the BAK1500. Failure to heed these instructions can result in injury or damage
to the unit or vehicle.
CA
UTION
!
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Note: Be sure to follow specific instructions included with your amplifier
installation kit (not included with this amplifier). The information below should be
used a general guideline only.
Power Wire (+12V)
•Disconnectnegativebatteryterminalbeforeproceeding.Consultaqualified
technician for instructions if you are unsure.
•Planwireroutingbeforecuttinganywirestolength.Beginbyroutingthepower
+12Vwirefromthebatterytotheamplifierlocation.Useagrommetwhen
runningwiresthroughthefirewallormetalopenings.Avoidrunningthepower
wirenearexistingvehiclewiringtopreventinducednoisefromenteringthe
audio system.
•Useextremecautionwhendrillingholestoavoiddamagingfuellinesor
existingvehiclewiring.
•The+12VwireMUSTbefusedwithin18"ofthebatteryforprotectionofthe
vehicle’selectricalsystem.
Ground Wire (GND)
•Theamplifiergroundwireshouldbeasshortaspossible.Chooseaclean
unpaintedsectionofmetalorthevehiclechassiswhenattachingtheground
connection. Be sure to clean the area of any dirt or grease.
Remote Turn-on Wire (REM)
•Theremoteturn-onwireconnectstotheheadunit'samplifierturn-onleador
otherswitched12voltsource.
Input Signal
•Theamplifier'sinputsignalconnectstotheheadunit'slowlevel(RCA)outputs.
CAUTION
•Neverrunanywiresunderneathoroutsidethevehicle.
Connection Descriptions
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PhaseControl
CrossoverFrequency
RemoteConnection
Gain
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
InputConnections
Power Indicator
Protect
PowerConnection&HighLevelInput
Connections and Controls
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Main Power Connections
ConnectBAT+,GNDandREMwiresaccordingly.AsuitablefuseMUSTbeinstalledonthe
BAT+leadwithin18"ofthebatteryforprotectionofthevehicle’selectricalsystem.
BATTERY
HIGH LEVEL INPUT
(SPEAKER WIRE)
POWER
.
MIN
.
MAX
REMOTE
BASS
CONTROL
Fuse Rating
Whenreplacingthefuse,make
sure new fuse is the correct type
andamperage.Usinganincorrect
fuse could damage the amplifier.
TheBAK1500uses(1)10 amp ATO
style fuse.
Power/Ground Wire Size
Foroptimumperformance,useonly
12 gaugewireorlarger.Makesure
to use the same size power and
ground wire.
Typical Wire Routing
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Lowlevel(RCA)inputsignalispreferredforbest
performance.Typicaltrunk-mountinstallations
requirea17-20footRCAcable.Mosttrucksand
behind-seatapplicationsrequirea6-12footRCA
cable.UsingtwistedpairconstructionRCAcables
will minimize noise.
Theadjustablecrossoverisusedtofilterout
frequenciesabove25Hz~120Hz.Adjustittowhere
the BAK1500 sound output blends with the rest of
the sound system.
The phase control compensates for delay between
the BAK1500 output and the rest of the sound
system. Begin with the phase control set to 0
degrees.Ifthesoundisadequatefromthenormal
listeningpositioninsidethevehicle,nofurther
adjustment is necessary. If the sound is thin or
lacking bass, adjust the phase control until the bass
is full and punchy.
Theinputlevelcontrol(LEVEL)isusedtoobtainthe
best possible match between the head unit audio
output and the amplifier input. Begin by turning
theinputlevelcontrolfullycounterclockwise.Next,
turnuptheheadunitvolumecontrolaround3/4of
thewayup.Adjusttheinputlevelcontrolclockwise
until audible distortion is heard, then slightly
counterclockwisetoprovidethebestmatch.
TheLEDindicatorilluminatesgreenduringnormal
operation.
Input Signal Connections
Low Level (RCA)
Crossover Frequency
Control
Phase Control
Input Level Control
LED Indicator
Control Setup and Adjustment
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INSTALLATION
Mounting the Subwoofer
Determineoptimallocationformountingthesubwoofer(refertopage2for
mounting location guidelines. A typical mounting location is shown below.
Typical Below-Seat
Mounting Location

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Problem Cause Action
Unit will not turn on
(no power LED indicator)
BAT+wirenotconnectedorincorrectvoltage
REMwirenotconnectedorincorrectvoltage
Checkconnectionsforpropervoltage
(11~16VDC)
GND wire not connected Checkconnectiontoground
Fuse(s)blown Replacefuse(s)
Unit has power - LED is
green (but no sound)
Volume turned all the way down Increasevolumelevelatheadunit
Speakerdefectiveordamaged Check/replacespeaker
Input signal not connected Checkhighorlowlevelinputsfor
proper connection
Unit blows fuse(s) Incorrect fuse rating Usefuse(s)withcorrectrating
BAT+ wire touching chassis ground Checkforpinchedwire
Speakerdefectiveordamaged Check/replacespeaker
Engine noise Bad ground connection Makesureamplifierisgroundedto
clean bare metal
SignalgroundlooporRFI(radiofrequency
interference)
Re-routeRCAcablesfromexisting
high current wiring
Distorted audio output Incorrect input signal type or
inputleveltoohigh
Checkconnectionsandreduce/adjust
inputlevel
Low audio output Incorrect input signal type or
inputleveltoolow
Checkconnectionsandincreaseor
adjustinputlevel
Weak bass Lowfrequencyoutputisoutofphase Adjust phase control as needed
Troubleshooting
OPERATION
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original receipt is considered the best proof of purchase and
indicates the date you purchased your Dual product.
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Dealer Phone
Purchase Date
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from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of one year from the date of
the original purchase.
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option, during the warranty period,
to repair any defect in material or
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troubleshootingguideinyourowner’s
manual. A slight adjustment of any
customcontrolsmaysaveyouaservice
call.
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Limited One-Year Warranty

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1500 watts
25-120Hz
92dB
Lowlevel(RCA):10kohms
Highlevel(speakerwire):200ohms
125mV – 3V
50–160Hz
6dB/octave
0–180degrees
10 amp ATO
2.85x14.88x10.55(HxWxD)
10"
4 ohm
20 oz.
Aluminum
Rubber
Design and specifications subject to change without
notice.
Amplifier
Maximum Output Power
Frequency Response
S/N Ratio @ 1 watt
Input Impedance
Input Sensitivity (RCA)
Crossover Frequency
Crossover Slope
Phase
Fuse
Dimensions
Subwoofer Features
Woofer size
Impedance
Magnet
Cone material
Surround material
Specifications
OPERATION

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