RetroSound R-354 User manual

Full Range Loudspeaker
Owner's Guide
for:
SERIES
1M
Models:
R-354 (3.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-463 (4x6" Full Range Speakers)
R-57N
(5xT' Full Range Speaker wI DVC)
R-410N (4x10" Full Range Speaker wI DVC)
R-69N (6x9" Full Range
Speaker wI DVC)
R-652N (6.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-693 (6X9" Full Range Speakers)
Copyright © 2008 RetroSound USA
No t"1, lIIu.traUon. or format of this
manual In printed or electronic form
may be copied without written perml .. lon
from Rulro Sound USA & R.tro Manufacturing.
All Rights R.served.
Retro Manufacturing
13831 Roswell Ave,
Unit #J
Chino, California 91710
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.retrosoundusa.com
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Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase.
At Retro Manufacturing, we are obsessed with musical
reproduction at its best, and are pleased you chose our product.Through years
of
engineering expertise, and critical testing procedures, we have created awide range of
products that reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.
Please read your warranty and retain your receipt and original carton for possible future
use.
Great product and competent installations are only apiece
of the puzzle when it comes to
your system.
If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this product, we
recommend that you email us at: [email protected] or call us at 909-364-1372.
Be sure to have your model number and date
of purchase available when you call.
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
The following isa list of tools needed for installation:
#2 Phillips screwdriver IBattery post wrench IHand held drill wlassorted bitsl Wire stripperslWire crimpers
Wire cutters
Since some
of these RetroMod™ Full Range Speakers are most often used as direct replacements
for stock speakers and are shipped without grilles.
For custom installations see aprofessional installer for help with your install.
CAUTION If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed by a
qualified professional installer.
CAUTION Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent
damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
Before beginning any installation, follow these simple rules:
1. Be sure to carefUlly read and understand the instructions before attempting to install the unit.
2. For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to beginning the installation.
3. For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to mounting your unit in place.
4. Use high quality connectors for areliable installation and to minimize signal
or power loss.
5. Think before you drill! 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 wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires inside the vehicle provides the best
protection.
7. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any
wires routed through metal, especially the firewall.
MOUNTING
1. Determine where the speakers will be mounted. Ensure an area large enough for the speaker to
mount evenly.
Be sure that the mounting location is deep enough for the speakerto fit; if mounting in
adoor, operate all functions (windows, locks, etc.) through their entire operating range to ensure
there is no obstruction.
2. Refer to the specification chart to determine the proper diameter hole to cut for your speaker
model.
3. Using the grille (not included in most models) as atemplate, mark the locations for the mounting screws.
Drill the holes with a1/8" bit.
4. Feed the speaker wires through the cutout and connect to the speaker terminals. Be sure to observe
proper polarity when connecting the wires.The speaker's positive terminal is indicated with a"+".
5. Fit the speaker to the cutout. Fit the grille over the speaker (Where applicable). Mountthem using the
enclosed screws.
6. Tighten the screws until the speaker and is snug
in place to prevent rattling. Do not
overtighten the screws.
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Wiring our 4ohm Dual Voice Coil Speaker for 2channel connection:
Note, the following speaker models from Retrosound (R-57N, R-410N, R-69N) feature Dual
Voice Coils, this allows you to connect left and right speaker channels to one speaker, this
will give you afuller, richer sound for vehicles that only have one single speaker mounted
in the dash or the rear deck area.
+ -
Left Channel - + Right Channel
Wiring our 4ohm Dual Voice Coil Speaker in series so the amplifier sees an 8ohm
impedance:
Note, the following speaker models from Retrosound (R-57N, R-410N, R-69N) feature Dual
Voice Coils, Wiring the voice coils
in series allows the unit's amplifer to see an 8ohm
nominal load (note, this is an advanced wiring concept and should only be done by
experienced and knowledgeable installers. For other configurations or general questions,
please email usat:[email protected].
A note about nominal impedance:
Nominal Impedance Is the manufacturer's specification given for the speaker. It Is meant to represent the
average impedance aspeaker presents to an amp. Resistance fluctuates constantly on the speaker while It Is
playing, so if you try to measure DC resistance on a speaker with a multi meter while it is just sitting on abench,
you will most likely not get areading consistent with the ohm value stamped on the back of the speaker's
magnet.
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Model R-57N R-410 NR-69N R-652N
Nominal Diameter(inch)
5X7"
4X10" 6X9"
6.5"
Description 3-Way 3-Way 3-Way 2-Way
Nominal
Impedanc~ (ohms) 4+4DVC
4+4DVC 4+4 DVC 4(SVC) .
FrequencyResponse 65Hz-21kHz
43 Hz-21kHz 40Hz-21kHz 52Hz-21kHz
sensitivity (SPL@1w/1m) 87dB 87dB 90dB 87dB
Power Handling
(Watts RMSlPeak) 601100 90/160
1001200
501100
Installation
SpeakerGrilles-NO NO NO NO
Mounting Depth (inch) 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7
Mounting Depth (mm) 44 44
44· 44
Model R-354
R463
R-693
Nominal Diameter(inch) 3.5" 4X6"
6X9"
Description 2-Way 2-Way 3-Way
Nominal Impedance(ohms) 4(SVC) 4(SVC) 4(SVC)
FrequencyResponse 100Hz-21kHz 80Hz-21kHz 40Hz-21kHz
sensitivity (SPL@1w/1m) 85dB 86dB 90dB
PowerHandling
(Watts RMSlPeak) 20130 80/150 1001200
Installation
Speaker Grilles-NO NO YES
Mounting Depth (Inch) 1.4 1.65 2.75
Mounting Depth (mm) 35 42 70
Note: We're always improving our productsl
The above specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Please email
us at: [email protected]
or visit us on the web for any spec updates.
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LIMITED WARRANTY \.-,..,
If your product does not work properly because of defects in materials and workmanship RetroSound adivision of Retro
Manufacturing, LLC (collectively referred to
as ~the warrantor") will, for the length of the period indicated in the chart
below. which starts with the date
of original purchase rwarranty period"), at its option either
(a) repair your product with
new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or refurbished product. The decision to
repair
or replace will be made by the warrantor.
CATEGORIES PARTS LABOR
Radios Two 12 Years Two 12 Years
SDeakers One
11
)Year One
11 Year
Accessories (Remotes, cables, etc) 90 Days 90 Davs
During the "Labor" warranty period, there will be no charge for labor. During the ~Parts~ warranty period. there will be no
charge for parts. You must carry in or mail in your product prepaid during the warranty period. If non rechargeable
batteries are included, they are
not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and
serviced in the United States, Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of
a new product which was not sold ~as is". Apurchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for
warranty service.
To handle awarranty issue, contact us at 909-364-1372 or email us at [email protected] and get aReturn
Authorization number, all returns
and warranty issues must receive aReturn Authoriztion (RA) number. Any product
received without a
RA number will be Refused. Once a number is issued, send it to this address:
Retro Manufacturing, LLC
13831 Roswell Ave, Unit #J
Chino, California 91710
Phone: [phone]
Fax: 909·364·8670
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials and
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages
which occurred during shipment, failures which are caused by products
not supplied by the warrantor, failures which result from accident,
misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infection, mishandling, misapplication,
alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustment,
maladjustment
of consumer control, improper maintenance, improper antenna,
inadequate signal reception
or piCkup, power line surge, improper
voltage supply, lightning, modification, commercial use (such as
use in hotels, offices, restaurants, or other business uses) or rental
use of the product, or service by anyone other than the technician
from Factory Service center
or other authorized service centers. or
damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED
UNDER "LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS
NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT
OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes
damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install
an installed unit
if applicable, travel to and from the sevicer, and loss
of media, data or other memory contents. The items listed are not
exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,
ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the 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 aproblem with this
product develops during
or after the warranty period, you may contact
your dealer or Service Center.
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1M
Full Range Loudspeaker
Owner's Guide
for:
SERIES
Models:
R-354 (3.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-463 (4x6" Full Range Speakers)
R-57N (5x7" Full Range SpeakerwI DVC)
R-410N (4x10" Full Range SpeakerwI DVC)
R-69N (6x9" Full Range SpeakerwI DVC)
R-652N (6.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-693 (6X9" Full Range Speakers)
Copyright @2008 RetroSound USA
No tnt, illustration. or ronn.t of thl.
manuel In printed or eJectronlc form
mey be copied without wrtttlIn permleelon
from Retro Sound USA &Retro Menufecturlng.
All RIghts R_rved.
Note: The information enclosed in this installation guide is to be used as merely an outline to
assist you during the process
of installation. This guide does not cover every installation
possibility, vehicle,
or every aspect of the installation process.
Retro Manufacturing, LLC ,Retrosound,
or its subsidiaries, assume no responsibility for a
proper
or improper installation. Every attempt has been made to make this installation guide
as informative as possible, and therefore may be updated from time to time. Please check our
website for the latest upate. (www.retrosoundusa.com).
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