Hypnotic HWP8 User manual

Due to continuous improvement of the product, specifications are subject to change without notice.
USER MANUAL
Installation Instructions | Owners Manual
SUBWOOFER MODELS
HWP8 HWP10
HWP12 HWP15

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Before making any connections, disconnect the car’s battery until the installation is
completed to avoid possible damage to the electrical system.
Exposure to high power sound system can cause hearling loss or damange. Listening
to your system at loud levels while driving will impair your ability to hear traffic sounds
and emergency vehicles. Use common sense when listening to your system.
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Hypnotic state-of-the-art subwoofer. Your
selection of a Hypnotic car audio product indicates a true appreciation of fine musical
reproduction. Whether adding to an existing system or including your Hypnotic Subwoofer
in a new system, you are certain to notice immediate performance benefits.
Take this time to attach your sales receipt to the manual and put in a safe place. In case of
any unforeseen reason this product may need warranty service, your receipt will be
necessary to establish purchase date.
A power subwoofer’s performance is only as good as its installation. Proper installation will
maximize the system’s overall performance. It is recommended that you have our product
installed by an authorized Hypnotic retailer. However, if you decide to install it yourself,
please carefully read through this manual and take your time to do a quality installation.
To get the Maximum performance out of your stereo system, we recommend using 100%
authentic Hypnotic electronics and DB LINK wiring and accessories. Matching Hypnotic
amplifiers and Speakers with your state-of the art electronics purchase is critical to
optimize your system’s performance. Wiring is the lifeblood of a system, make sure your
audio system has the adequate current and signal transfer it deserves and needs. DB Link
has it all, from wiring rolls; Speaker, power, ground and remote to amplifier kits, RCAs, and
Fuse holders, distribution blocks and battery connectors. Insist on getting the best, DB
LINK. It’s what you deserve to get the optimum performance from your audio System.
Hypnotic engineering professionals harnessed years of expertise, experience and passion,
coupled with exhaustive testing and creative design to develop the optimal product and
performance for your musical enjoyment. This is our commitment to you. It’s what you
deserve and have come to expect from Hypnotic. We appreciate the confidence and look
forward to your positive experience.
Introduction
Product Commitment
Keep Your Sales Receipt
Recommendation
Optimal Product Choice
IMPORTANT
WARNING!

Structure
Max power
Nominal Power
Impedance
HWP8 HWP10 HWP12 HWP15
8” (20.3cm) 10” (25.4cm)
1000 Watts 2000 Watts
500 Watts 1000 Watts
12” (30.4cm)
2000 Watts
1000 Watts
15” (38cm)
2000 Watts
1000 Watts
• Non-Pressed paper cone
• Double stitched foam surround
• High Roll Foam Surround
• Heavy gauge spring terminals
• Protective magnet cover
• Wrap Around Mounting Gasket
4Ω Dual Voice Coil4Ω Dual Voice Coil 4Ω Dual Voice Coil 4Ω Dual Voice Coil
TS
FS
Re
Qms
Qes
Qts
VAS
Cms
BL
Mms
HWP8
55.868Hz
4.072
0.480
0.429
5.937 L
96.016 mm/N
8.615 N/A
84.522 kg
51.963 Hz
5.406
0.728
0.642
14.852 L
83.943 mm/N
8.069 N/A
111.757 kg
40.268 Hz
4.054
0.538
0.475
28.035 L
70.038 mm/ N
10.243 N/ A
223.040 kg
33.940 HZ
3.035
0.667
0.547
69.354 L
70.969 mm /N
12.977 T
309.854 kg
3.4+3.4 Ohm 3.4+3.4 Ohm 3.4+3.4 Ohm 3.4+3.4 Ohm
HWP10 HWP12 HWP15
PRODUCT FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

The purpose of the information below is to help you select the most appropriate type of enclosure for your
application. We have selected the two most popular enclosure types and their performance benefits.
Sealed Enclosure (Air-Suspension design): Characteristically simpler to make, sealed enclosures usually are
better at controlling the woofer’s excursion and performance at lower frequencies. The added control allows
for higher power handling or use of a bigger amplifier. The secret is to maintain a perfect seal. Using Glues and
sealants at all seams is recommended to prevent leaks and integrity of the enclosure. The size or volume of
the enclosure will directly affect the performance of the woofer. Smaller enclosures generally provide the
desired bump to the frequency response curb and Greater SPL. Larger enclosures will provide a lower but
flatter response for deeper bass. In general, the benefit to the sealed enclosure versus a ported enclosure is a
smaller foot print, simpler build with higher power handling, a more linear flat response, superior sound quality
and extended low frequency output.
Ported Enclosure (Bass-Reflex or Vented): A ported enclosure is simply a sealed enclosure with a port or vent
added to the sealed design for the purpose of tuning the enclosure to higher output at the desired tuned
frequency, typically 3db or higher. Another advantage of a ported enclosure is the reduction of cone motion for
the speaker, thus distortion at higher power levels within the tuned frequency response of the port. A
drawback is that building a ported enclosure is more complex than sealed. Having the wrong port or vent could
result in poor sound, and the potential of damaging a woofer when played too loud or out of the tuning
frequency. Thus we recommend not guessing, please follow the guidelines listed in this manual or go to a
professional. In General, the benefit of a ported enclosure versus a sealed is higher volume output at the tuned
frequency, stronger bass output with lower power input.
Construction: We recommend using ¾” MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) for the construction of an enclosure.
It is critical for the side walls of the enclosure not to flex due to the pressure generated by the woofer, bracing
might be required. The enclosure sides should be secured together with nails/screwed. We also recommend
the use of glues and sealants to maintain the integrity of the enclosure and eliminate leaks.
A
B
C
Frame Diameter
Mounting Depth
Cutout Diameter
Frame
Diameter
15.55 in.
(395 mm)
Cutout
Diameter
13.74 in.
(349 mm)
Mounting
Depth
7.83 in.
(199.50 mm)
8.66 in.
(220 mm)
7.48 in.
(190 mm)
5.8 in.
(148 mm)
10.70 in.
(272 mm)
9.33 in.
(237mm)
6.24in.
(158.50 mm)
12.87 in.
(327 mm)
11.02 in.
(280 mm)
6.88in.
(175 mm)
A
B
C
HWP8 HWP10 HWP12 HWP15
B
C
A
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
RECOMMENDED ENCLOSURES

VentedSealed
ENCLOSURES
Woofer Cut-out:
Mounting Depth:
Sealed Box:
Vented Box:
• Vent Area:
• Vent Length:
• Tuning:
Dynamic Power :
Nominal Power :
7.48 in.
(190 mm)
5.8 in.
(148 mm)
.76 cu. ft.
(21.52 L)
1.15 cu. ft.
(32.56 L)
16 in.
(6.2 cm)
36Hz
1000 Watts
500 Watts
9.62 sq. in.
(62.06 cm2)
9.33 in.
(237mm)
6.24 in.
(158.50 mm)
1.44 cu. ft.
(40.77L)
1.66 cu.ft.
(47.00L)
16 in.
(6.2 cm)
35Hz
2000 Watts
1000 Watts
12.57 sq in.
(81.09 cm2)
11.02in.
(280 mm)
6.88 in.
(175 mm)
1.60 cu. ft.
(45.30L)
1.75 cu. ft.
(49.55L)
15 in.
(5.9 cm)
35Hz
2000 Watts
1000 Watts
12.57 sq in.
(81.09 cm2)
13.74 in.
(349 mm)
7.83in.
(199.50mm)
2.72 cu.ft.
(77.02L)
2.99 cu. ft.
(84.66L)
11 in.
(4.33 cm)
35Hz
2000 Watts
1000 Watts
19.63 sq in.
(126.64 cm2)
Calculating External Volume
Calculating Internal Volume
To calculate box volume, measure the outside Width x Height x Depth of
the enclosure. Example 12” x 14” x 9”=1512 ÷ 1728” Cubic feet
Next you must convert cubic inches into cubic feet. To do this, you must
divide the cubic inches total by 1728”. Example 1512 ÷ 1728=.875 Cubic feet
To calculate the internal (net) volume of the above box you must first multiply
the thickness of the wood you are using by Two(2). Example 3/4” x 2= 1.5“
Next subtract 1.5 from each of the outside measurements of the box.
Width Height Depth
12 - 1.5 = 10.5 14 - 1.5 = 12.5 9 - 1.5 = 7.5
Multiple the new totals (H x W x D) Example: 10.5 x 12.5 x 7.5 = .5696
Next you must convert cubic inches into cubic feet. To do this, you must
divide the cubic inch total by 1728”. Example 984.375 ÷ 1728=.5696 cubic feet.
It is recommended to build your enclosure from at least 3/ 4” thick MDF (medium density fiber
board). Make sure the enclosure is sealed airtight.
HWP8 HWP10 HWP12 HWP15
RECOMMENDED ENCLOSURES
CALCULATING ENCLOSURES

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You can change the wiring configuration of your speakers (Series, Parallel and Series /
Parallel) to match the impedance loads that maximizes the power output of you amplifier. Wiring the
same woofer or multiple woofers in these three different wiring configurations will result in different
impedance loads.
Series: Is the method of wiring of alternate positive with negative terminals (string method) (Illustration
below)
Parallel: Is the method of wiring where you wire match 2 speaker terminals with positive to positive
terminal and negative to negative. (Illustration below)
Series/Parallel: This configuration is a combination of both series and parallel. We recommend series
for the terminal and parallel for the leads to amp. (Illustration below).
4Ω
4Ω4Ω
2Ω
2Ω
2Ω
2Ω 4Ω4Ω
1Ω 4Ω
1 X 2Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
1 X 2Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
1 X 2Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
2 X 4Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
1 X 2Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
2 X 2Ω DVC
SUBWOOFERS
2Ω
2Ω
1Ω
2Ω
2Ω
4Ω
2Ω2Ω
2Ω
2Ω
2Ω
•SERIES • • SERIES/PARALLEL •• PARALLEL •
DVC WIRING CONFIGURATIONS
2 Ω DVC WIRING CONFIGURATIONS

3 X 2Ω DVC
SUBWOOFERS
4 X 2Ω DVC
SUBWOOFERS
1 X 4Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
2 X 4Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
4 X 4Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
3 X 4Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
2Ω2Ω 2Ω
1.33Ω
2Ω2Ω 2Ω 2Ω2Ω
2Ω2Ω
2Ω2Ω
2Ω2Ω
1Ω
4Ω
4Ω
2Ω
4Ω4Ω
4Ω4Ω
4Ω
4Ω4Ω 4Ω
2.66Ω
4Ω4Ω 4Ω 4Ω4Ω
4Ω4Ω
4Ω4Ω
4Ω4Ω
2Ω
4Ω
4Ω
1Ω
4Ω
2 X 4Ω DVC
SUBWOOFER
4 Ω DVC WIRING CONFIGURATIONS

Designed and Engineered in the U.S.A.
Hypnotic™ warrants any products purchased in the U.S.A. from an
authorized Hypnotic™ dealer.
All products are warranted to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year.
This warranty applies to the original purchase only.
Hypnotic™ will either repair or replace (as its option) any unit that has
been found to be defective and under warranty provided the defect
occurs within the one (1) year warranty period.
This limited warranty does not extend to units have been subjected to
misuse, abuse, neglect, or accident. In Hypnotic™’s judgment,
products that show evidence of having been altered, modified, or
serviced without Hypnotic™’s authorization, will be ineligible under
this warranty.
To obtain warranty service please contact your retailer or visit our
website at www.hypnoticusa.com for more details.
LIMITED WARRANTY