Dual illumiNITE BP1204 Operating instructions

INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL
BP1204

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
CAUTION
!
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.
• To prevent injury and 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 power source only. Do NOT
connect your illuminite product directly to your battery permanently, as it will
cause your battery to discharge. Please use a switched 12 volt source.

BP1204 INSTALLATION
Installation
The following installation instructions are very basic. If you feel unsure about
installing this speaker system yourself, Dual recommends aquiring 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. For safety, disconnect the battery negative terminal prior to beginning
the installation.
3. If additional 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 quality connectors 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 your vehicle. 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 (i.e. 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 of the subwoofer
enclosure. Improper 12V polarity will not cause damage to the lights, but they
will not illuminate.

BP1204 INSTALLATION
Enclosure Guidelines
To achieve the best possible sound from this subwoofer enclosure, Dual
recommends aquiring the services of a professional car audio installation center.
If you feel confident in your ability to install this product without the assistance of
a professional, 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 a guideline and you may find that other placements
may provide better results for your specific 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 of sufficient 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 all 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. Incorrectly connected subwoofers will result in
limited bass output.
• Ensure the Illuminite wires (12V) are connected using correct polarity. Do not
connect an amplifier or any audio output source to the Illuminite 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 larger sized speaker wire to ensure your
subwoofer receives the full power output of your amplifier.
• Remember to listen responsibly and respect your ears. Being exposed to
sounds over 125dB for even short periods of time can create permanent
hearing loss!

BP1204 INSTALLATION
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 interior of your vehicle will never sound or look ordinary again!
Let your imagination take you there.
The lighting features of all Illuminite products require a 12V power source 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 a label positioned directly above the terminal housing. The
polarity (+ and -) indicators for each set of inputs also appear on these labels.
1. Do not connect your amplifier or any audio source to the Illuminite inputs.
These inputs are designed for switched 12V DC power only. Do not connect
directly to your battery permanently, as it will cause your battery to discharge.
Please use a switched 12V source.
2. See Fig. 1a, (illustrated wiring diagram) to be sure to maintain polarity. Be
sure to connect to a switched 12 volt source. Proper connection would be
the positive (+) 12V wire to the positive (+) Illuminite input terminal and the
negative (-) Illuminite input terminal to a solid chassis ground.
DO NOT CONNECT AMP OR ANY AUDIO SOURCE TO ILLUMINATION INPUTS.
DAMAGE TO LIGHTS WILL OCCUR, AND WARRANTY WILL BE VOID!
Fig 1a
Ground 12 volt DC source
From Amplifier
Audio Input Terminals
Illuminite Lighting
Input Terminals
Lighting Hook-Up From Rear
Note: The BP1204 Illuminite lights are not removable. There are no serviceable
parts inside or attached to the speaker assembly. The BP1204 is a sensitive
electronic device. Removal of or tampering with any part of the speaker and/or its
assemblies will damage the product and void the warranty.

BP1204 GENERAL FEATURES
General Features
•Input Terminal Cup
The input terminal cups provide a quick and easy connection from your
amplifier to the enclosure, and 12 volt inputs to power the Illuminite feature.
• Computer-Tuned Acoustic Chamber
Dual’s enclosures utilize a specialized tuned-port, computer-aided design to
increase output efficiency.
•Low Q Optimized Subwoofers
The subwoofers are designed to create loud yet very accurate bass.
• Curved Plexiglas Viewing Window
• Extremely Durable Carpeted Enclosure
• Nailed and Glued Construction with Added Bracing
This construction eliminates enclosure movement caused by high sound
pressure levels.
• In-Line LED Protection Circuitry
• On-Off Illuminite Toggle Switch
• Removable Illuminite Logo
This static poly logo can be placed on any window or glass surface.
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