Rockford Fosgate Fanatic X FNX1404 User manual

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Dear Customer,
Congratulationsonyourpurchaseoftheworld'sfinestbrandofcaraudiospeakers. At
Rockford Fosgate we are fanatics about musical reproduction at its best, and we are
pleasedyouchoseourproduct.Throughyearsofengineeringexpertise,handcraftsman-
ship and critical testing procedures, we have created a wide range of products that
reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.
For maximum performance we recommend you have your new Rockford Fosgate
product installed by an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer, as we provide specialized
training through Rockford Technical Training Institute (RTTI). Please read your
warranty and retain your receipt and original carton for possible future use.
Greatproductandcompetentinstallationsareonly a pieceofthepuzzlewhen it comes
to your system. Make sure that your installer is using 100% authentic installation
accessories from Connecting Punch in your installation. Connecting Punch has
everything from RCA cables and speaker wire to Power line and battery connectors.
Insist on it! After all, your new system deserves nothing but the best.
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967-3565 or FAX [phone].
If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this product,
we recommend that you see your Rockford Fosgate dealer. If you need further
assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-669-9899. Be sure to have your serial
number, model number and date of purchase available when you call.
PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™
CONTINUOUS EXPOSURE TO SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS OVER 100dB
MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS.HIGH POWERED AUTOSOUND
SYSTEMS MAY PRODUCE SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS WELL OVER
130dB. USE COMMON SENSE AND PRACTICE SAFE SOUND.
The serial number can be found on the outside of the box. Please record it in
the space provided below as your permanent record. This will serve as
verificationofyourfactorywarrantyandmaybecomeusefulinrecoveringyour
product if it is ever stolen.
Serial Number: ________________________________
Model Number:________________________________

Welcometo RockfordFosgate! Thismanual isdesigned toprovide information
for the owner, salesperson and installer. For those of you who want quick
information on how to install this product, please turn to the Installation
Section of this manual or refer to the icons listed below. Other information can
be located by using the Table of Contents. We, at Rockford Fosgate, have
workedveryhardtomakesurealltheinformationinthismanualiscurrent.But,
asweareconstantlyfindingnewwaystoimproveourproduct,thisinformation
is subject to change without notice.
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Sections marked
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include recommendations for
curing installation problems
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Introduction................................................................................................1
Package Contents ....................................................................................... 1
Design Features .......................................................................................... 2
Installation Considerations ...........................................................................4
Mounting Location ...................................................................................... 5
Installation ................................................................................................. 6
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................... 7
Specifications ............................................................................................. 8
Warranty Information ..................................................................................9
International Information............................................................................ 10
Sections marked
INSTALLATION
include “slam dunk”
wiring connections

I NTRODUCTION
This manual provides information on the features and installation of the
Fanatic X Midrange. We suggest you save this manual for future reference.
WestronglyrecommendyouhaveyourAuthorizedRockfordFosgateDealer
installtheFanaticXMidrange.Ifyoudochoosetoinstallthesystemyourself,
please be sure to read the entire manual before beginning.
FNX1404
(2) FNX1404 4" Midrange Speakers
(2) 4" Speaker Grilles
(2) 4" Speaker Grille Rings
(2) “RF” Speaker Grille Logos
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .187 Female Fast-on Connectors
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire
P ACKAGE C ONTENTS
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FNX1504
(2) FNX1405 51⁄4" Midrange Speakers
(2) 51⁄4" Speaker Grilles
(2) 51⁄4" Speaker Grille Rings
(2) “RF” Speaker Grille Logos
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .187 Female Fast-on Connectors
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire
FNX1604F
(2) FNX1406F 6" Midrange Speakers
(2) 6" Speaker Grilles
(2) 6" Speaker Grille Rings
(2) “RF” Speaker Grille Logos
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .187 Female Fast-on Connectors
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire
FNX1604
(2) FNX1406 61⁄2" Midrange Speakers
(2) 61⁄2" Speaker Grilles
(2) 61⁄2" Speaker Grille Rings
(2) “RF” Speaker Grille Logos
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .187 Female Fast-on Connectors
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire

D ESIGN F EATURES
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D ESIGN F EATURES
Midrange
1. Rubber Surround – The durable rubber surround withstands the
extremesoftheautomotiveenvironment.Italsoimprovessoundquality
byreducing2ndand3rdorderharmonicsandprovideswiderfrequency
response.
2. Mica Filled Polypropylene Cone – The ideal cone material would be
infinitelystrong,verylightandwouldhaveveryhighdampingtoensure
great sound quality. The Fanatic X midrange drivers use a mica filled
polypropylene cone that is strong, light and has high internal damping
to provide excellent reproduction of sound.
3. Cupped Spider – The spider has the job of centering the voice coil and
providing the rear suspension for the speaker. The Fanatic X midrange
driversuse adurable cuppedspiderto ensuregreat soundwithlong life
and durability.
4. Large 1" Voice Coil with Anodized Aluminum Former – Just like all
Rockford Fosgate woofers, all Fanatic midrange drivers use an alumi-
num voice coil former for more efficient dissipation of heat. Dissipating
the heat is key to long life and high power handling, so go ahead and
crank it up!
5. VentedPolePiece–Thepolepieceextendsfromthebackofthespeaker
intothevoicecoilarea.TheFanaticXmidrangedriversuseaventedpole
piece to allow cool air to circulate in the voice coil gap which allows
greater power handling and increased reliability.
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I NSTALLATION C ONSIDERATIONS
Tools Needed
The following is a list of some of the tools necessary for the installation of your
speakers.
Power Drill with assorted bits #2 Phillips Screwdriver
Tape Measure Voltmeter
General
1. Forsafety,disconnectthenegativeleadfromthebatterypriortobeginning
the installation.
2. Neverrunwiresunderneaththevehicle.Runningthewiresinsidethevehicle
provides the best protection.
3. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic
grommets to protect any wires routed through metal.
4. Mountthespeakersawayfromelectricalsources (other thantheamplifier)
i.e., power cables, electronic fuel pumps, vehicle computers, and other
potential noise sources.
5. Mount the speakers away from areas of extreme heat or moisture.
Speakers
1. Makesurethereisanarealargeenoughforthespeakertomount.Warning!
Failuretodothiscancausedamagetothespeakerifthespeakerframe
is bent during installation.
2. Check to see that the location is deep enough for the speaker(s) and the
location does not interfere with the normal operation of the vehicle.
3. When mounting the speaker(s) in the door of a vehicle, make sure the
speaker(s) do not interfere with either the door or window operation.
4. When mounting the speaker(s) on the rear deck of the vehicle, check the
operationoftherearhatchortrunklid.Makesurethetorsionbarsandother
moving parts are not obstructed by the speaker(s) installation.
•PleaserefertotheSpecificationssectionofthismanualforpropermounting
diameter and depth of the speaker(s).
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M OUNTING L OCATION
Asolidfrontstagewithagoodimageisoneofthemostdifficulttaskstoachieve
inavehicle.Nocarhastheoptimumlisteningenvironment.Thismakesproper
sound staging very difficult to accomplish. Most speakers tend to be placed
where they will fit easily, as opposed to where they can perform the best. The
mountinglocationofyourspeakerswillhaveagreateffectonthesoundquality
of your stereo system. The special care taken to place the speakers will yield
many hours of listening enjoyment in return. Several important recommenda-
tions should be followed.
• Placethespeakerswheretheyhaveadirect
path to the listening area.
• Forthebestintegrationbetweenthemidrange
and tweeter, the tweeter should be placed
lessthan 2" fromthemidrange. (Figure1)
• If you cannot place the tweeter less than 2"
from the midrange, then place the tweeter
more than 7" from the midrange. Placing
the tweeter 2"-7" from the midrange can
cause destructive interference (frequency
response problems) which will affect the
speaker's ability to reproduce the frequency range around the crossover
frequency of the system.
• Wheneverpossible,placethetweeterdirectlyaboveorbelowthemidrange
as this maximizes the imaging (point source) capability of the speakers.
(Figure 2)
Figure 1
2" or less
Figure 2-A Figure 2-B
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• Soundradiatedfroma“pointsource”hasthemostoptimumstereoimaging
becausetheseparationoftheacousticalcentersbetweenthemidrangeand
tweeter for each channel is at the optimum. Figure 2-A describes a
horizontal speaker alignment. In a closed environment such as an
automobile,horizontalspeakeralignmentcancausesevereamplitudeand
phase differences which will degrade not only the imaging, but also the
frequency response. This is due to the path length differences between the
midrangeandtweeter.Figure2-Bdisplaysaverticalalignmentbetweenthe
midrangeandtweeter.Withaverticalalignment,thepathlengthdifference
between the midrange and tweeter are reduced to a minimum. The result
isanegligibledifferenceinpathlengthsbetweenthemidrangeandtweeter
regardless of the proximity of the listener to the speakers. Mounting the
speaker with minimum path length difference will ensure the best staging
and imaging possible from your audio system.
I NSTALLATION
Mounting the Midrange
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1. Cut the proper size hole for the midrange/woofer.
• For the FNX-1404, cut an 90.48mm (39⁄16") diameter hole
• For the FNX-1405, cut a 113.50mm (415⁄32") diameter hole
• For the FNX-1406F, cut a 127mm (5") diameter hole
• For the FNX-1406, cut a 139.06mm (51⁄2") diameter hole
2. Placethemounting ringover themounting holeand markthelocationof
the screw mounting holes.
3. Remove the ring. Drill the holes for the screws using a 1/8" drill bit.
4. Route the wire through the hole.
5. Attach the wires and be sure to observe the proper speaker polarity.
6. Place the mounting ring over the speaker.
7. Place the speaker into the hole and screw the speaker into place. Be
careful not to bend the speaker frame during this step.
8. Press the speaker grille into the mounting ring.

T ROUBLESHOOTING
No sound from
speakers
Symptom Diagnosis Remedy
Check and repair or replace
wiring as needed.
Checksystemwithknownwork-
ing amplifier and repair or re-
place as needed.
Check for shorts in the wiring
with a volt/ohm meter and re-
pairorreplacewiresasneeded
Checksystemwithknownwork-
ing speaker and repair or re-
place as needed.
Wires between amplifier,
crossover or speakers not
connected properly.
Amplifier has no output.
Speaker wires are shorted
toeachotherortothechas-
sis of the vehicle.
Speakers are blown.
Incorrect wiring between
crossover and speakers Check wiring and repair or re-
place as needed.
Distorted sound
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Engine Noise from
One or More
Speakers
Check for shorts in the wiring
with a volt/ohm meter and re-
pairorreplacewiresasneeded.
Re-route speaker wiring away
from noise sources. (Refer to
the Installation Consider-
ations sectionof this manual.)
Move crossovers away from
noise sources. (Refer to the In-
stallationConsiderationssec-
tion of this manual.)
Speaker wires shorted to
chassis of vehicle.
Speaker wires are routed
nearradiatednoisesource.
(Power cables, vehicle
computers, etc.)
Crossover is mounted near
radiated noise source.
(Power cables, vehicle
computers, etc.)
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S PECIFICATIONS
Midrange Model Number FNX1404 FNX1405 FNX1406F FNX1406
Nominal Diameter 4" 5
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1
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Nominal Impedance 4Ω4Ω4Ω4Ω
Frequency Response 90Hz-8kHz 60Hz-6kHz 61Hz-6kHz 50Hz-5kHz
Fs (Hz) 90Hz 60Hz 61Hz 50Hz
Qes .858 .507 .507 .545
Qms 4.363 3.303 3.330 3.508
Qts .717 .440 .439 .472
Vas (ft
3
/liter) .08/2.4 .26/7.5 .31/8.8 .72/20.3
Xmax (in/mm) .11/2.9 .15/3.7 .15/3.7 .15/3.7
Sensitivity 84.8dB 87.4dB 87.9dB 88.4dB
RMS Power Handling* 70 Watts 70 Watts 70 Watts 70 Watts
Mounting Diameter 90.48mm 113.50mm 127mm 139.06mm
(3
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⁄ 16 ") (4
15
⁄ 32 ") (5") (5
1
⁄ 2 ")
Mounting Depth 54mm (2
1
⁄ 8 ") 60mm (2
3
⁄ 8 ") 63mm (2
15
⁄ 32 ") 65mm (2
9
⁄ 16 ")
(Specifications are subject to change without notice)
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*Power Ratings (PE) is established with recommended filter network

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L IMITED W ARRANTY I NFORMATION
Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the following
terms:
•Length of Warranty
1 year on speakers 30 days on speaker B-stock (receipt required)
3 years on electronics 90 days on electronic B-stock (receipt required)
2 years on source units
•What is Covered
This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by Authorized
Rockford Fosgate Dealers in the United States of America or its possessions. Product
purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in another country
are covered only by that country’s Distributor and not by Rockford Corporation.
•Who is Covered
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased from an
Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in the United States. In order to receive service, the
purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt stating the customer name,
dealer name, product purchased and date of purchase.
•Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced
(with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford's discretion.
•What is Not Covered
1. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, water, theft
2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an Authorized Rockford Fosgate
Service Center
4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed
5. Subsequent damage to other components
6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.
7. Any product not purchased from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer
•Limit on Implied Warranties
Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are
limitedinduration tothe period ofthe expresswarrantyset forthabove. Some statesdo not
allowlimitations onthe length ofan impliedwarranty, sothis limitationmay notapply. No
person is authorized to assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with
the sale of the product.
•How to Obtain Service
Please call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an RA#
(Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford Fosgate. You are
responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.
Ship to: Electronics
Rockford Corporation
Warranty Repair Department
2055 E. 5th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281
RA#:_________________
Ship to: Speakers
Rockford Acoustic Design
(Receiving-speakers)
609 Myrtle N.W.
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
RA#:_________________

INTERNATIONAL
INFORMATION
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LEA DETENIDAMENTE LAS SIGUIENTES INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN DEL
PRODUCTO.
I NTRODUCCIÓN
Este manual contiene información sobre la construcción, installación y
funcionamiento de Fanatic X. Le recomendamos que conserve el manual para
futuras consultas.
Es preferible que la instalación de Fanatic X sea realizada por un distribuidor
autorizado Rockford Fosgate. Si prefiere realizar la instalación usted mismo,
asegurese de leer el manual en su totalidad antes de comenzar.
M ONTAJE
• Le mejor interacción entre tweeter y medio se consigue si no están separados
entre si más de 5 cenimetros. (Figura 1)
no superior a 5cm
Figura 1

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1. Corte el agujero para el medio/woofer.
• Par el FNX1404, corte un circulo de 90,48mm de diámetro
• Par el FNX1405, corte un circulo de 113,50mm de diámetro
• Par el FNX1406F, corte un circulo de 127mm de diámetro
• Par el FNX1406, corte un circulo de 139,06mm de diámetro
2. Use los anillos de montaje de plástico como plantilla. Marque la posición de
los tornills de anclaje.
3. Quite el anillo y perfore los agujeros con una broca de 3mm.
4. Pase el cable de altavoz a través del agujero.
5. Conecte los cables observando la polaridad. Mantenga los cables alejados pe
partes móviles o cortantes.
6. Monte el anillo de montaje sobre el medio/woofer.
7. Asegure el altavoz en la abertura con los tornillos. Tenga la precaución de no
doblar el marco del altavoz en este proceso.
8. Presione la rejilla en el anillo de montaje.
I NSTALACIÓN
Montaje del altavoz de medios
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Veuillez lire les instrucitons suivantes pour l'installation de ces produits.
I NTRODUCTION
Ce manuel contient des informations sur les caractéristiques et l'installation de
FanaticX.Nousvousproposonsdegardercemanuelpourtouteréférencefuture.
Nous vous recommandons vivement de faire installer votre punch Fanatic X par
un dealer agréé Rockford Fosgate. Si vous choisissez d'installer le système vous
même, assurez-vous de lire ce manuel entièrement avant de commencer.
• Pourbénéficierd'uneharmoniemaximumentrelemédiumetl'aigul'éloignement
entre ces deux haut-parleurs devrait être de moins de 5 cm entre les 2 chassis.
(Figure 1)
moins de 5cm
Figure 1
E MPLACEMENT DE M ONTAGE

1. Découper un trou adapté au haut-parleur médium/woofer.
• Pour le FNX1404, le diamètre du trou est de 90,48mm
• Pour le FNX1405, le diamètre du trou est de 113,50mm
• Pour le FNX1406F, le diamètre du trou est de 127mm
• Pour le FNX1406, le diamètre du trou est de 139,06mm
2. Placerl'anneaudemontagesurletrouetrepérerl'emplacementdestrousdesvis.
3. Retirer l'anneau. Percer les trous des vis en utilisant une mèche de 3mm.
4. Faire passer les fils dans le médium/woofer.
5. Connecterlesfils auhaut-parleuren respectant lespolarités.Eloigner lesfils de
toute partie tranchante ou mobile du véhicule.
6. Placer l'anneau de montage au-dessus du trou central.
7. Placerlehaut-parleurau-dussusdutroucentral.Visserlehaut-parleurdansson
emplacement. Faire attention à ne pas tordre le chassis du haut-parleur
durant cette étape de montage.
8. Mettre la grille dans l'anneau de montage.
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I NSTALLATION
Montage du haut-parleur médium
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FRANCAIS

Die folgende Bedienungsanleitung soll Ihnen beim Einbau eine Hilfestellung
geben.
E NLEITUNG
Diese Bedienungsanleitung enthält Informationen für den Gebrauch und Einbau
des Punch Fanatic X. Wir empfehlen, diese auch für Fragen in der Zukunft
sorgfältig aufzubewahren.
Es ist empfehlenswert, sich das Fanatic X von einem Autorisierten Rockford
Fosgate Fachhändler einbauen zu lassen. Sollten Sie den Einbau jedoch selber
vornehmen wollen, so empfehlen wir Ihnen, die Bedienungsanleitung sorgfälitg
zu lesen.
• Für das optimale Zusammenspiel von Mittel- und Hochtöner, sollte der
Hochtöner niemals weiter als 5cm vorn Mitteltöner entfernt montiert werden.
(Abb. 1)
Abstand max. 5cm
(Abb. 1)
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1. SchneidenSiedierichtigeLochgröβefürdenMitteltöneroderMidbaβaus.
• Für den FNX1404, schneiden Sie ein 90,48mm Ø Loch
• Für den FNX1405, schneiden Sie ein 113,50mm Ø Loch
• Für den FNX1406F, schneiden Sie ein 127mm Ø Loch
• Für den FNX1406, schneiden Sie ein 139,06mm Ø Loch
2. Setzen Sie den Montagering auf das Loch und markieren Sie die Löcher
für die Schrauben.
3. Nehmen Sie den Ring wieder ab und bohren Sie dann, mit einem
passenden Bohrer, die Schraubenlöcher vor.
4. Führen Sie das Kabel durch das Loch.
5. SchlieβenSiedieLautsprecherkabelan.KontrollierenSie,obdiePolarität
stimmt.StellenSiesicher,daβdasLautsprecherkabelankeinenscharfen
oder sich bewegenden Teilen anliegt.
6. Plazieren sie den Montagering über dem mitteltöners.
7. Plazieren Sie den Lautsprecher im Loch und befestigen Sie diesen. Seien
Siedabeisehrvorsichtig,sodaβsichderLautsprecherkorbnichtverzieht.
8. Drücken Sie das Lautsprechergitter im Montagering fest.
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Leggere le istruzioni seguenti prima dell'installazione del prodotto.
I NTRODUZIONE
Questomanualefornisceinformazionisulle caratteristiche esulinstallazione dei
FanaticX.Visuggeriamodiconservarequestomanualecomeriferimentofuturo.
Raccomandiamo fortemente che is sistema sia installato dal vostro rivenditore
Rockford Fosgate. Se scegliete di procedere con l'installazione da soli, leggete
attentamente tutto il manuale prima di proseguire.
• Perottenerelamigliorintegrazionetratweeter
e midrange, vi suggeriamo di posizionare i
due componenti a meno di 5 cm tra loro.
(Figura 1) meno di 5 cm
Figura 1
P OSIZIONAMENTO
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