JL Audio M10W5 User manual

Thank you for choosing a JL Audio Marine Subwoofer.
With proper installation, your new speaker
will deliver years of listening pleasure.
We strongly recommend that you have your subwoofer installed
by your authorized JL Audio dealer. The installation
professionals employed by your dealer have the necessary tools and experience to
properly install this product. If you prefer to perform
your own installation, please read this instruction manual
completely before beginning the process.
OWNER’S MANUAL
Marine Subwoofer
M10IB5 / M10W5

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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
The diagram above shows the typical
installation procedure into a fiberglass panel using
the supplied hardware (Classic Grille Model shown.
Installation is the same for Sport Grille Models).
Always follow proper safety procedures when
working on a vessel. Use eye-protection at all times
and a dust mask and gloves when cutting.
1) Choose a flat mounting surface that has
sufficient depth and air space behind it to accept
the subwoofer.
2) Cut a 8.875-inch (225 mm) diameter hole.
3) Run the speaker cable to the mounting location.
4) Place the woofer in the hole and mark the screw
hole locations using a sharp, pointed tool.
5) Remove the woofer and drill a pilot hole
(see chart on next page) in each of the screw
locations. It is also advisable to use a hand-driven
countersink tool on each hole to further inhibit
gel-coat cracking of fiberglass panels.
6) Connect the speaker wires and place the woofer,
with its grille in place, into the opening (for Sport
Grille models, pay attention to where the logo
badge will added.
7) While holding the speaker firmly in its mounting
location, evenly snug the mounting screws in a
criss-cross pattern, then hand tighten in a criss-
cross pattern.
Non-standard installations may require different
hardware. Always use marine-grade, stainless-steel
fasteners to ensure a secure, reliable installation.
We recommend the use of this speaker in a bi-amplified system using high-quality satellite speakers and amplifiers.
We do not recommend the use of this subwoofer with a passive crossover (coil), as this type of device will adversely
affect performance.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS INCLUDED PARTS
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Subwoofer Physical Specifications
Nominal Diameter: JONN
Overall Diameter (A): JONN
Mounting Hole Diameter (B): JONN
Bolt Hole Circle (C): JONN
Motor Overmold Outer Diameter (D): JONN
Mounting Depth (E): JONN
Net Weight: MCT,H
Driver Displacement: GUMJUSFT
Subwoofer Parameters M10IB5 M10W5
Free Air Resonance (Fs): )[ )[
Electrical “Q” (Qes):  
Mechanical “Q” (Qms):  8.946
Total Speaker “Q” (Qts):  
Equivalent Compliance (Vas): GUMJUSFT GUMJUSFT
One-way, Linear Excursion (Xmax)*: JONN JONN
Efficiency (1W/1m)**: E#41- E#41-
Effective Piston Area (Sd): JOĢNĢ JOĢNĢ
DC Resistance (Re): 4.167 ohm PIN
Nominal Impedance: 4 ohm 4 ohm
Infinite Baffle Use: Yes No
Enclosure Use: :FT4FBMFE0OMZ Yes (Sealed and Ported)
Power Handling (continuous): 8 8
* Xmax specifications are derived via one-way voice coil overhang method with no correction factors applied.
** Efficiency (1W/1m) is not an accurate indicator of a subwoofer’s output capability and should not be used
as a comparison to other subwoofers to determine which one is “louder” !

The enclosure recommendations listed are external dimensions which assume the use of 3/4” (19mm) thick material. If you are using 5/8” (16mm) thick material, subtract 1/4”
(6.5mm) from each dimension. Do not use any material with a thickness of less than 5/8” (16mm) as this may compromise the rigidity of the enclosure.
All enclosure volumes listed are net internal volumes! Box volume displacement, port displacement and brace displacement must be added to obtain the final gross internal
volume. All enclosure dimensions listed have already taken this into account.
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INTERCHANGEABLE LOGO BADGE
(Sport-Grille Models Only)
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included colors and oriented in the manner that best
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NOTE: A left and a right badge of each color is
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position).
Remove the adhesive backing from the badge
and affix the badge to the grille using the small
positioning hole as a guide. See diagram at right.
!! CAUTION !!
While this speaker is designed to be water and
spray resistant, it is not designed to be submerged
or to withstand high-pressure water spray.
Please exercise care when washing your boat to
avoid damaging your speaker. Do not install on
submersibles, personal watercraft or any other
vessel likely to be under water at any time.
Prolonged exposure to sound pressure levels in
excess of 100dB can cause permanent hearing loss.
This high-performance speaker can exceed this
level. Please exercise restraint in its operation in
order to preserve your ability to enjoy its fidelity.
When installing a subwoofer in your vessel, it is
extremely important to secure it firmly. This applies
not only to the woofer itself, but also the structure
it is mounted to. If not firmly attached, the speaker
can become a dangerous projectile in a collision.
Please review the mounting information carefully
and use the supplied marine-grade hardware to
mount this product.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Fiberglass Thickness Recommended Pilot Hole Drill Size
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#10 SCREW: PILOT HOLE RECOMMENDATIONS
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9:00 Position
Subwoofer Recommended Sealed Design
Volume
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External Dimensions
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24.8 litres
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Subwoofer Recommended Ported Design
Volume
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Enclosure External Dimensions
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35.4 litres
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419 mm x 343 mm x 356 mm
3 in. x 13 in.
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ENCLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE: The M10IB5 Marine Subwoofer is not
recommended for use in Ported Enclosures.

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MEDIUM GRAY MINIMUM:
From a reliability standpoint, this zone
represents a very comfortable operating power
range for each driver. This level of power will not
stress the woofer but will not extract all of its
performance potential, either.
Use of less than the minimum power level
will not damage the woofer, but may result in
unsatisfactory performance.
LIGHT GRAY OPTIMUM:
This zone represents the best compromise
between long-term reliability, high-output and
low-distortion performance. This power level is
lower than the woofer’s continuous power rating
(as published in its specifications), but you will still
be taking advantage of the woofer’s, low-distortion
performance range without undue risk of failure.
DARK GRAY MAXIMUM:
Slightly more SPL will be gained by pushing the
power into this zone, but typically not more than
2dB, compared to the light gray zone. The subwoofer
driver is designed to operate safely up to this power
range, but not beyond. Operate with caution.
BLACK WARRANTY VOID:
We do not recommend operating woofers at
this level of power. In this zone, there is a very
high probability that the driver will fail due to
excessive heat and/or mechanical stress.
Subwoofer drivers operated at these levels of
power are NOT covered under warranty.
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workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the original date of purchase.
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misuse, abuse, product modification or neglect, failure to follow installation
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warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages and does not cover
the cost of removing or reinstalling the unit(s). Cosmetic damage due to accident
or normal wear and tear is not covered under warranty.
This warranty is not transferable and applies only to the original
purchaser of the product from an authorized JL AUDIO dealer. Warranty is
voided if the factory-applied product serial number is removed or defaced.
Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to
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replace the defective product with new or remanufactured product at no charge.
Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to the period of
the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original
purchase at retail, and no warranties, whether express or implied, shall apply to this
product thereafter. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties,
therefore these exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
If you need service on your JL AUDIO product:
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without proof of purchase will be determined from the manufacturing date code.
Coverage may be invalidated as this date is previous to purchase date. Return only
defective components. Non-defective items received will be returned freight-
collect. Customer is responsible for shipping charges and insurance in sending the
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Always include proof of purchase (sales receipt).
RECOMMENDED CONTINUOUS RMS POWER RANGE FOR ONE SUBWOOFER DRIVER:
When designing systems with our drivers, it is very important to achieve a good power match between the subwoofer amplifier and the subwoofer driver's capabilities. The power levels listed in the above
chart represent continuous (RMS) amplifier power per woofer and assume that the user will regularly make full use of that power without drastically overdriving the amplifier(s). Make sure you factor system
impedance and the total number of subwoofers into your calculations. Adhering to these power recommendations will result in systems that are both reliable and enjoyable.
For Service Information in the U.S.A. please call:
JL Audio customer service: [phone] during normal business hours (Eastern Time)
JL Audio, Inc
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International Warranties:
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Marine Subwoofer Components