MTX Thunder AXE TXC-1 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model TXC4.1 TXC5.1 TXC6.1 TXC6.0 TXC.1
Description 4”
Components 5-1/4” Components 6-1/2” Components 6-1/2” Woofer 25mm Tweeter
Midbass Cone
Glass
Fiber with
Aluminum
Deposition
Glass
Fiber with
Aluminum
Deposition
Glass
Fiber with
Aluminum
Deposition
Glass
Fiber with
Aluminum
Deposition
N/A
Tweeter Teteron
Dome Teteron Dome Teteron Dome N/A Teteron Dome
Impedance 4 Ohm 4 Ohm 4 Ohm 4 Ohm 4 Ohm
Frequency
Response 50Hz-25kHz 45Hz-25kHz 43Hz-25kHz 43Hz-250Hz 3.5kHz-25kHz
Power (Watts RMS) 100 125 150 150 75
Peak Music Power 200 250 300 300 150
Sensitivity @ 2.83V 88dB 90dB 91dB 91dB 91dB
Voice Coil 1.25” 1.5” 1.5” 1.5” 25mm
X-Max 2.5mm 4.8mm 4.8mm 4.8mm N/A
Woofer Mounting 1-3/4” 2-1/4” 2-1/4” 2-1/4” N/A
Woofer Cut-out Dia. 3-1/2” 4-1/2” 5-19/32” 5-19/32” N/A
Tweeter Mounting
Depth 1” 1” 1” N/A 1”
Tweeter Cut-out
Dia. 1-7/8” 1-7/8” 1-7/8” N/A 1-7/8”
Tweeter Mounting
Options Angle, Flush,
Surface Angle, Flush, Surface Angle, Flush, Surface N/A Angle, Flush, Surface
CrossoverAdjustable
TweeterLevel(dB) 0, -1.5, -3,
-4.5, -6 0, -1.5, -3, -4.5, -6 0, -1.5, -3, -4.5, -6 N/A 0, -1.5, -3, -4.5, -6
Off-axis
Compensation 0˚, 30˚, 60˚ 0˚, 30˚, 60˚ 0˚, 30˚, 60˚ N/A N/A
Bi-amp Inputs Yes Yes Yes Yes N/A
INTRODUCTION
Thankyoufor choosing MTX to help reachyourultimate goal with your vehicle. MTXTXC6.0woofer are
exceptionalstandalone bass driver or they canbeadded to a full TXC High-endComponentsystem and
createa3-way system with unparalleled musical detail. ThisfullMTX TXC High-end Component system and
amatchingMTX amplifier with StreetWires connections willputyouin a better position tohear,feel,and
experienceallof the music the artist intended.
TheTXC6.0wofers are part of the TXCseriesof component speakers which are thebestin the MTX offering
offull-rangespeakers. They offer many added featuresthatare designed for the distinguished listener.
Bi-ampconfigurationandthe 3-way system are justsomeofthe TXC6.0 features that willhelpreproducethe
musicwithexceptional dynamics and detail regardless onmountinglocation and position within the vehicle.
TheTXCseries also offers complete component systemsanda separate tweeter that further define the
musicalexperience.The TXC.1 is an additional tweeterthatadds a new dimension to theimagingand greatly
increasessoundquality with superior high frequency response.Call1-800-CALL-MTX for more information.
BEFORE STARTING
MTX recommends that you have your new speakers installed by an authorized MTX retailer, prefer-
ably MECP certified. If you do decide to do it yourself, make sure you have read the instructions
carefully and that you have the following tools:
• Electric drill
• Phillips bit or screwdriver
• 1/8” bit
• Door panel puller
• Wire cutters/crimpers
• Metal cutting tool
• Safety glasses
• 2mm hex wrench
• X-acto knife
Throughout installation, keep in mind the ultimate objective of creating an ideal soundstage and ex-
ceptional imaging. This refers to the experience you get when you sit in your seat with your head up
and shoulders straight, close your eyes, and listen. Where does the music seem to be coming from?
In an ideal world, you would hear all music from front and center, meaning it sounds like a band is
performing on your hood. Raising the soundstage is a very important process and every option should
be considered in order to have your sound as up and in front as possible.
Removing the Door Panel
Please be aware that today’s cars have door panels that are not designed to come apart easily; they
are designed by the factory to sit tight against the door and not rattle. It is important to note that if the
proper procedures are not followed, the door panels can easily become damaged and make them fit
improperly when you’re trying to reinstall them.
Use a door panel puller to remove the door panel, and be aware there are often hidden screws that,
if overlooked, can cause the panel to crack or break when force is applied to remove door panel. It
might be a good idea to do some research on your specific car to be sure they are all removed before
continuing. Even a new car owner needs to be aware of this potential issue. Buying a new door panel
is an expensive process so please take note of the potential for damage.
With the door panel off, it is a perfect time to add sound dampener. The main goal of sound dampen-
ers is to add mass to the metal in the door, causing less rattle and “ring” which will help to improve
the overall sound of your new speakers. It also helps prevent against outside noise by adding insula-
tion. Sound dampening material can be purchased from your local retailer and is available in many
different forms, and kits, for many different applications. Please make sure you purchase the correct
type for your specific project.
Note: Before cutting anything, please use common sense and make sure that no wires or glass will
interfere with cutting tools. ALWAYS WEAR PROPER SAFETY GLASSES. Be sure all wires are clear
of moving parts such as window crank mechanisms and trunk hinges. Use rubber grommets when
running wires through sharp edged metal holes, which may wear through the wire’s insulation.
Do not mount speakers where they could come in contact with:
• The door’s window glass
• The window crank handle or gear assembly when rotated
• The trunk springs, shock towers, or trunk lid
• The gas tank or fuel lines
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BASS MOUNTING
To get the best possible music reproduction, it is important to isolate the sound that is produced from
the rear of the speaker from the sound that is produced from the front of the speaker. To isolate the
front from the back wave, make sure the speaker is mounted in a baffle or plate, so that the back of
the speaker is in a sealed chamber.
Mounting
• Select the mounting location (door panels, rear side panels, rear deck, etc...)
• Using the supplied templates, mark the mounting holes on the door panel or rear deck
• Drill or cut the required holes as needed
• Install the units as illustrated in the diagrams
*Note: The TXC6.1 and TXC6.0 are supplied with plastic mounting adapters. The adapters are used
to convert the smaller basket sizes needed for European models to the larger domestic sizes. The
plates will allow a tight and accurate fit, decreasing the need to fabricate adapters out of MDF or
plastic.
For answers to further questions, please call 1-800-call-MTX
CROSSOVER MOUNTING
When choosing the mounting location of the crossover, accessibility is important. Some adjustments
may be made after the components have been installed, so convenient positioning of the crossover is
crucial. Also, the crossover has electronic components that must be mounted so it does not come in
contact with moisture.
WIRING
When installing these woofers, consider the age of the factory wiring and gauge (size) of wire. If
the vehicle is an older model or was pre-wired with small wire (18 gauge or less), running new high
performance wire (http://www.streetwires.com/products/speakerCable/microUltraCable.cfm) will be
necessary. The speaker wire should run from the amplifier’s output terminals, under the carpet and
through the factory rubber boot (loom) that protects the wires in the inner door jam. If the factory
boot cannot be used, take other measures to protect these wires as best you can. Sometimes the
door has to be completely removed to use the factory boot. If this is something that you do not feel
comfortable doing, please ask a professional to help you. The wires should originate from the ampli-
fier and attach to the crossover inputs.
CROSSOVER CONNECTIONS
Included with each TXC6.0 woofer system is a 2-way high-pass/low-pass 12dB per octave crossover
network. The crossover network allows the TXC6.0 driver to recreate frequencies within a precisely-
designed range so that it does not become distorted by trying to reproduce frequencies that it is not
physically able to. It ensures that the bass driver does not receive high frequencies that are meant
for the midrange and tweeter. The high-pass/low-pass 12dB per octave design complements the
TXC6.0 woofer or can be used in addition to a TXC component system to provide greater musical
detail.
Note: The TXC6.0 crossover system flips the polarity of the High Frequency (HF) outputs so that the
3-way system sums to have a flat frequency response. Please take note of this if you ever add an
additional TXC.1 to your system. With the TXC.1, you will have to flip polarity on the output of the
additional tweeter to sum with the 3-way system.
Stand Alone System
When using the TXC6.0 woofer as a stand alone bass driver, connect the crossover by connecting
the positive and negative wires from the amp to the LF+ and LF- or HF+ and HF- input terminals on
the crossover respectively. Then connect the woofer’s positive and negative wires to the LF+ and
LF- output terminals on the crossover respectively.
Three-Way System
One of the most significant features of the TXC6.0 woofer is the separate crossover and its ability to
connect to a 2-way TXC system and become a true 3-way system. This splits the lower frequencies
between the existing midrange and the TXC6.0 woofer to make each speaker responsible for fewer
frequencies and allows clearer, more accurate reproduction. While the TXC’s sound quality is already
the best in the market, this 3-way system creates an even better musical experience with more
precise frequency response.
When creating a 3-way system and connecting to an existing TXC 2-way crossover, the terminals
for the TXC6.0 woofer’s crossover are connected in between the amp and the other components’
crossover. First, connect the positive and negative wires from the amp to either the LF+ and LF- or
HF+ and HF- input terminals on the TXC6.0 crossover respectively. Next, connect the positive and
negative wires from the TXC6.0 woofer to the LF+ and LF- output terminals on the crossover. Finally,
connect the TXC6.0 crossover’s HF+ and HF- output terminals to either the WF+ and WF- or TW+ and
TW- input terminals on the crossover for the TXC component system.
See the drawing on the next page for more information.
Note: Pay close attention to the markings on the crossover to be certain the correct speakers are in
the correct outlet. If a tweeter is accidentally asked to play the frequencies reserved for a mid-bass
driver, it will be damaged.
MOUNTING ADAPTER RING
Use the included mounting adapter
ring to fit the TXC6.1 & TXC6.0 6½"
speaker in ≤6½"mounting location
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WOOFER
STEALTH/O.E.M. STEALTH/O.E.M.
WITH ADAPTER RING
WOOFER ADAPTER RING
FLUSH
MOUNT
GRILLEWOOFER
FLUSH
MOUNT
RING
SPRING
CLIPS
SURFACE
MOUNT
GRILLE WOOFER
FLUSH
MOUNT
RING
SURFACE
MOUNT
RING
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BI-AMP CONFIGURATION
These crossovers feature Bi-amp connections so that when used in a 3-way configuration the
components can be wired to drive the TXC6.0 woofer and the TXC component system independently
using two amplifiers. When using the 3-way components in the Bi-Amp configuration you are going
to need two stereo amps or one four channel amp to run the components. You will need to remove
the Bi-amp jumpers from the input connection points of the TXC6.0 crossover. Connect the desired
amp or channels to the HF+ and HF- input. The second amplifier, or third and fourth channels of the
4-channel amplifier, will be connected to the LF+ and LF- input on the crossover. When the crossover
is set up in this configuration, the final load will be 4 ohms.
Note: It is important to make sure the gain of each amplifier is matched. Final gain level adjustments
should be made using the crossover settings.
Note: Adding the TXC6.0 woofer to a full TXC component system can dramatically affect the balance
between your tweeter and the 0, 30, and 60 degree setting of your existing midrange. You may need
to change your midrange off-axis settings and readjust the tweeter attenuation in order to achieve
the optimum balance. See the TXC6.1, 5.1, 4.1 Owner’s Manual for instructions on how to make these
adjustments.
CROSSOVER CONNECTIONS
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