Garmin FUSION Flush Mount Series User manual

Flush Mount Series Speaker and Subwoofer Installation
Instructions
Important Safety Information
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other
important information.
This device must be installed according to these instructions.
Disconnect the vessel's power supply before beginning to install this device.
CAUTION
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dBA may cause permanent hearing loss. The volume is
typically too loud if you cannot hear people speaking around you. Limit the amount of time you listen at high
volume. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked.
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
NOTICE
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface.
It is strongly recommended that you have your audio system installed by a professional installer to ensure
optimum performance.
You must read all installation instructions before beginning the installation. If you experience difficulty during
the installation, go to support.garmin.com for product support.
After installing an audio system, you should run the connected speakers and subwoofers at low to medium
volumes for the first few hours of use. This helps to improve the overall sound by gradually loosening up the
moving components of new speakers and subwoofers, such as the cone, spider, and surround.
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Tools Needed
• Phillips screwdriver
• Torque screwdriver with a Phillips bit
• Appropriate saw or utility knife to cut surface material
• 16 AWG (1.3 through 1.5 mm2) marine-grade, fully-tinned copper speaker wire
You can purchase this wire from your FUSION® or Garmin® dealer:
◦010-12899-00: 7.62 m (25 ft.)
◦010-12899-10: 15.24 m (50 ft.)
◦010-12899-20: 100m (328 ft.)
• 12 AWG (3 through 4 mm2) marine-grade, fully-tinned copper wire for standard subwoofers
You can purchase this wire from your FUSION or Garmin dealer:
◦010-12898-00: 7.62 m (25 ft.)
◦010-12898-10: 15.24 m (50 ft.)
◦010-12898-20: 100 m (328 ft.)
• Marine sealant such as 3M™ 4200 or 5200
• 4.8 mm and 6.3 mm female speaker spade connectors (recommended)
• Wire strippers (optional)
• Crimping tool (optional)
• Electrical tape (optional)
NOTE: For customized installations, additional tools and materials may be needed.
Mounting Considerations
NOTICE
When mounting the speaker in an area exposed to weather or water, you must mount the speaker on a vertical
surface. If you mount the speaker on a horizontal surface facing up, water can gather in and around the speaker,
causing damage over time.
If you intend to mount the speakers outside the boat, you must mount them in a location well above the
waterline, where they are not submerged or damaged by docks, pilings, or other pieces of equipment. When
mounted correctly, these speakers are rated for protection from the front of the speaker. Water exposure and
damage to the rear of the speaker voids the warranty.
You must turn off the audio system before making any connections to the stereo, amplifier, or speakers. Failure
to do so could result in permanent damage to the audio system.
You should protect all terminals and connections from grounding and from each other. Failure to do so could
result in permanent damage to the audio system and void the product warranty.
When selecting a mounting location for the speakers, observe these considerations:
• You must select mounting locations that provide sufficient clearance for the mounting depth of the speakers
as specified in the product specifications.
• You must select a mounting location where the panel thickness is not thinner or thicker than specified in the
product specifications.
• You should select a flat mounting surface for the best seal.
• You should protect the speaker wires from sharp objects and always use rubber grommets when wiring
through panels.
• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, you should not mount the speakers closer to a compass
than the compass-safe distance value listed in the product specifications.
Selecting the correct mounting location optimizes the performance of each speaker. FUSION speakers are
designed to perform in the widest possible range of mounting locations, but the more you plan the installation,
the better the speakers will sound. For more information on speaker placement and specifications, go to
support.garmin.com.
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Mounting the Speakers
1Use the included template with a rotary tool or jigsaw to cut the hole for the speaker.
2Connect the speaker wires while observing polarity (Speaker Wiring, page 4).
3Apply marine sealant on the speaker and the mounting surface.
4Place the speaker in the cutout.
5Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, turn the screws to extend the mounting tabs lightly hold the speaker to
mounting surface.
NOTICE
Although you may use a power screwdriver to initially turn the screws on the mounting tabs, you must use a
torque screwdriver to complete the installation. Using power tools to fully tighten the screws can damage the
speaker housing and make it difficult to install the speaker grille.
6Using a torque screwdriver, tighten the screws by hand to 1.0 Nm (0.74 lbf-ft) on the FM-F65/F77 speaker
models or 1.5 Nm (1.11 lbf-ft) on the FM-S10 subwoofer models.
7With the speaker mounted, place the grille onto the speaker, and push to secure it.
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Speaker Wiring
When connecting the speakers to your stereo or amplifier, observe these considerations.
• Speaker wire is not included with the speakers. You should use 16 AWG (1.3 through 1.5 mm2) tinned copper
speaker wire to connect the speakers to the stereo or amplifier.
• You should use 12 AWG (3 through 4 mm2) tinned copper speaker wire to connect the subwoofer to the
stereo or amplifier.
• The leads on the speakers and subwoofer are terminated using male spade connectors. You should use
female spade connectors (not included) to connect the speaker wire to the leads for the best connection.
• The subwoofer features a dual 2 Ohm voice coil that can be configured for 2.1 operation (two speakers and
one subwoofer) when connected to a compatible FUSION stereo (Configuring the Subwoofer for 2.1
Operation, page 4).
You can use these tables to identify the polarity and spade-connector sizes of the leads on the speakers or
subwoofer.
FM-F65/F77 Speakers
Lead color Polarity Spade connector size
White Positive (+) 6.3 mm
White with a black stripe Negative (-) 4.8 mm
FM-S10 Subwoofer
Lead color Polarity Spade connector size
White Positive (+) 6.3 mm
Gray with a black stripe Negative (-) 4.8 mm
NOTE: Gray and white with a black stripe wires are connected to jumper terminals on the back of the subwoofer.
These wires must remain connected to the jumper terminals for normal use (4 Ohm) and should be
disconnected only when configuring the subwoofer for 2.1 operation.
Configuring the Subwoofer for 2.1 Operation
The subwoofer features dual 2 Ohm voice coils and is pre-configured for 4 Ohm operation. You can change the
configuration of the subwoofer for 2.1 operation (two speakers and one subwoofer) when connected to a
FUSION 2 Ohm-stable stereo with DSP capability, such as an Apollo™ RA770. See support.garmin.com for more
information about compatible stereos.
1Disconnect the gray wire and the white with a black stripe wire from the jumper terminals on the back of the
subwoofer.
2Connect the wires from the subwoofer to the stereo using the following table as a reference.
Subwoofer lead Stereo connection
White Zone 2 right positive (+)
White with a black stripe Zone 2 right negative (-)
Gray Zone 2 left positive (+)
Gray with a black stripe Zone 2 left negative (-)
3Turn on the connected stereo.
4Launch the FUSION-Link™ app, and select the 2.1 option for the connected stereo.
The subwoofer operates in 2.1 mode, with the volume control tied to zone 1 on the stereo. The zone 2 volume
control and the zone 2 line out connectors are disabled.
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Speaker Information
True-Marine™Products
True-Marine products are subjected to rigorous environmental testing under harsh marine conditions to surpass
industry guidelines for marine products.
Any product that bears the True-Marine stamp of assurance has been designed for simplicity of use and
combines advanced marine technologies to deliver an industry leading entertainment experience. All True-
Marine products are supported by the FUSION 3-year worldwide limited consumer warranty.
Registering Your Flush Mount Series
Help us better support you by completing our online registration today.
• Go to www.fusionentertainment.com.
• Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place.
Cleaning the Speakers
NOTE: When mounted correctly, these speakers are rated IP65 for dust and water ingress protection under
normal conditions. They are not designed to withstand high pressure water spray, which may occur when you
wash down your vessel. Failure to carefully spray-clean the vessel may damage the product and void the
warranty.
NOTICE
Do not use harsh or solvent-based cleaners on the speakers. Using such cleaners may damage the product and
void the warranty.
1Clean all salt water and salt residue from the speaker with a damp cloth soaked in fresh water.
2Use a mild detergent to remove a heavy buildup of salt or stains.
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Specifications
Specification FM-F65 FM-F77 FM-S10
Peak power (Watts) 120 W 200 W 400 W
RMS power (Watts) 30 W 50 W 120 W
Sensitivity (1 W/1 m) 87 dB 91 dB 87 dB
Frequency response 100 Hz to 18 kHz 80 Hz to 18 kHz 30 Hz to 2 kHz
Nominal impedance 4 Ohms 4 Ohms 4 Ohms
Recommended amplifier
power (RMS) 15 to 80 W per channel 20 to 150 W per channel 40 to 300 W per channel
Min. panel thickness 3 mm (1/8 in.) 3 mm (1/8 in.) 6 mm (1/4 in.)
Max. panel thickness 25 mm (1 in.) 25 mm (1 in.) 25 mm (1 in.)
Min. mounting depth
(clearance) 70 mm (2 3/4 in.) 83 mm (3 1/4 in.) 140 mm (5 1/2 in.)
Mounting diameter
(clearance)
Round Ø: 138 mm
(5 7/16 in.)
Square: 138 × 138 mm
(5 7/16 in.)
Round Ø: 165 mm
(6 1/2 in.)
Square: 165 × 165 mm
(6 1/2 in.)
Round Ø: 269 mm
(10 9/16 in.)
Square: 269 × 269 mm
(10 9/16 in.)
Optimal enclosure size 4 L 8 L 40 L
Operating temperature
range
From 0 to 50°C (from 32
to 122°F)
From 0 to 50°C (from 32
to 122°F)
From 0 to 50°C (from 32
to 122°F)
Storage temperature
range
From -20 to 70°C (from -4
to 158°F)
From -20 to 70°C (from -4
to 158°F)
From -20 to 70°C (from -4
to 158°F)
Compass-safe distance
From the rear: 245 cm
(96.5 in.)
From the front: 235 cm
(92.5 in.)
From the sides: 195 cm
(76.8 in.)
From the rear: 290 cm
(114.2 in.)
From the front: 275 cm
(108.3 in.)
From the sides: 245 cm
(96.5 in.)
From the rear: 381 cm
(150 in.)
From the front: 350 cm
(137.8 in.)
From the sides: 320 cm
(126 in.)
Cone/surround material
Aluminum dome tweeter,
polypropylene cone,
rubber surround
Aluminum dome tweeter,
polypropylene cone, cloth
surround
Polypropylene cone,
rubber surround
Water and dust rating
(from the front) IEC 60529 IP651IEC 60529 IP65 IEC 60529 IP65
1 Sealed against all dust ingress, and protected against jets of water.
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Speaker Dimensions
Dimension FM-F65 FM-F77 FM-S10
Round Ø: 153 mm (6 in.)
Square: 153 × 153 mm (6 in.)
Round Ø: 181 mm (7 1/8 in.)
Square: 181 × 181 mm (7 1/8 in.)
Round Ø: 284 mm (11 3/16 in.)
Square: 284 × 284 mm
(11 3/16 in.)
2.5 mm (1/8 in.) 2.5 mm (1/8 in.) 2.5 mm (1/8 in.)
67.1 mm (2 5/8 in.) 80.4 mm (3 3/16 in.) 137 mm (5 3/8 in.)
135 mm (5 5/16 in.) 162 mm (6 3/8 in.) 266 mm (10 1/2 in.)
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