RetroSound RetroMod User manual

Full Range Loudspeaker
Owner's Guide
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Models:
R-352 (3.5" Full Rahge Speakers)
R-452 (4.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-525N (5.25" Full Range Speakers)
R-573N (5xT' Full Range Speakers)
R-463 (4x6" Full Range Speakers)
R-652N (6.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-413N (4X10" Full Range Speakers)
R-693 (6X9" Full Range Speakers)
R-693N (6X9" Full Range Speakers)
R-410N (4x10" Full Range DVC Speaker)
R-57N (5x7" Full Range DVC Speaker)
R-65N (6.5" Full Range DVC Speaker)
R-69N (6x9" Full Range DVC Speaker)
Retro Manufacturing, LLC
Chino, California 91710
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.retrosoundusa.com
Copyright@2011 Retrosound USA
No text, illustrations or format of this
manual in printed or electronics form
may be copied without written permission
from Retro Manufacturing, LLC
All Rights Reserved, 2011
Version 4.0
November, 2011

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 '" ;~~:r'("
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
The following is alist of tools needed for installation:
#2 Phillips screwdriver /Battery post wrench /Hand held drill w/assorted bits/ 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. U\>e 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 speaker to 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). Mount them using the
enclosed screws.
6. Tighten the screws until the speaker and is snug in place to prevent rattling. Do not
overtighten the screws.

Wiring our 4ohm Dual Voice Coil Speaker for 2channel connection:
Note, the following speaker models from Retrosound (R-57N, R-410N, R-69N, R-65N)
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.
Note:
Large Terminal =+
Small Terminal = -
- + - +
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,R-65N)
feature Dual Voice Coils, Wiring the voice coils
in series allows the unit's amplifier to see
an 8ohm nominal load. 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].
Anote 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 aspeaker with amulti
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.

Universal Speaker Bracket Kit
(UB-1)
Available Separately, This 14" bracket combined with the rear threaded
mounting point of our new 2010 versions of our Dual Voice Coil 6.5" 5x7", 6x9"
&
4x10" speakers allows you to make your own speaker bracket.
You can
modify the bracket to solve those challenging installs where there are
no other options available. This mounting system is THE answer to classic car
speaker installation problems.
The Optional UB-1 Speaker bracket mounts to the threaded input on the back
of our 2011 Dual Voice coil speakers. This bracket can be bent or trimmed, in
virtually any shape necessary to accomplish your desired installation goals. .
Some vehicles,
like mid-late GM cars require aspeaker bracket to install a
speaker in the
original mono dash location. The combination of this kit and our
speaker will allow you to use the UB-1 bracket to allow you to affix the speaker
to the original mounting location, or in some cases to multiple locations.

Using the UB-1 Bracket:
This bracket can be bent in many directions
to accomplish the desired results,
below are some shapes you can bend the bracket to, which will h~lp you mount
our speaker into your dash. In some cases, you may need two brackets to help
mount the speaker to your original dash mount, please review your needs
carefully
prior to installation. Please email [email protected]
or call us toll free: 888-325-1555.
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asolid horizontal mount
This mount is good for a
rear
deck application ,Bend
to your own custom
style to mount virtually anywherel

Model
R-65N R-57N R-410 N
R-69N
R-413N
R-652N
Nominal Diameter (inch)
6.5"
5X7" 4X10" 6X9"
4X10"
6.5"
Description
2-Way 3-Way 3-Way 3-Way
3Way 2-Way
Nominal Impedance (ohms)
4+4 DVC 4+4DVC 4+4 DVC 4+4 DVe
4 (SYC)
4 (SVC)
Frequency Response 52Hz-21 kHz 65Hz-21kHz
43Hz-21 kHz
40Hz·21 kHz
43Hz-21kHz
52Hz·21 kHz
Sensitivity (S PL@1w11 mI87db
87dB
87dB 90dS
87dB 87dB
Power Handling
(Watts RMS/Peakj 50/100 601100 90/160
100/200
90/160 50/100
Installation
Speaker Grilles -
NO
NO NO NO
YES YES
Mounting Depth (inch)
1.7
1.7
1.7 1.7
1.7
1.7
<Mounting Depth (mm)
44
44 44 44
44 44
Model R-352N R-452N R~25N R-573N
R-463 R-693
R-693N
Nominal Diameter (inch)
3.5"
4.5'
5.25" 5X7"
4X6" 6X9" 6X9"
Descrip.tion
2-Way 2-Way 2JNay 3·Way
2-Way 3·Way
3-Way
Nominal Impedance (ohms) 4 (SVCj
4 (SVC) 4 {SVC) 4 (SVC)
4 (SYC) 4 (SVC) 4 {SVCj
Frequency Response 1
OOHz-21 kHz 65Hz-21kHz 56Hz-21 kHz 65Hz-21kHz 80Hz-21kHz . 40Hz-21 kHz 40Hz-21kHz
Sensitivity (SPL@1w/1m)
85dB
88 87db 87dB
86dB
godB
90dB
Power Handling
(Watts
RMS/Peak) 20/30
40/80 40-80 60/100
80/150 100/200 1001200
Installation
Speaker
Grilles- NO YES NO YES
YES YES YES
Mounting Depth (inch) 1.3 1.3 1.7 1.7
1.65 2.75 2.75
Mounting Depth (mm) 33 33 44 44
42
70 70
Note: We're always improving our products!
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.

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 ("warranty period"), at its option either •
(a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with anew or refurbished product. The decision to
repair or replace will
be made by the warrantor.
CATEGORIES
Radios
Speakers
Accessories (Remotes, cables, etc)
PARTS
Two (2) Years
One (1) Year
90 Days
LABOR
Two (2) Years
One (1) Year
90 Days
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
anew 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 aRA number will
be Refused.
Retro Manufacturing, LLC
Chino, California 91710
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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
frorn 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.

Full Range Loudspeaker
Owner's Guide
for:
Models:
R-352 (3.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-452 (4.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-525N (5.25" Full Range Speakers)
R-573N
(5xT' Full Range Speakers)
R-463 (4x6" Full Range Speakers)
R-652N (6.5" Full Range Speakers)
R-413N (4X10" Full Range Speakers)
R-693 (6X9" Full Range Speakers)
R-693N (6X9" Full Range Speakers)
R-410N (4x10" Full Range DVC Speaker)
R-57N (5x7" Full Range DVC Speaker)
R-65N (6.5" Full Range DVC Speaker)
R-69N (6x9" Full Range DVC Speaker)
SERIES
Copyright©2011 Retrosound USA
No
text, illustrations or format of this
manual in printed or electronics form
may be copied without written permission
from Retro Manufacturing, LLC
All Rights Reserved, 2011
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 lime. Please check our
website for the latest upate. (www.retrosoundusa.com).
Version 4.0
November, 2011