Rockford Fosgate Fanatic FNQ2414 User manual

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operation & installation
FNQ2414
FNQ2514
FNQ2614

Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of the world's finest brand of car audio
speakers. At Rockford Fosgate we are fanatics about musical reproduction at
its best, and we are pleased you chose our product. Through years of engi-
neering expertise, hand craftsmanship 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 car-
ton for possible future use.
Great product and competent installations are only a piece of the puzzle
when it comes to your system. Make sure that your installer is using 100%
authentic installation accessories from Connecting Punch in your installa-
tion. 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.
To add the finishing touch to your new Rockford Fosgate image order your
Rockford wearables, which include everything from T-shirts and jackets to
hats and sunglasses.
To get a free brochure on Rockford Fosgate products and Rockford acces-
sories, in the U.S. call 480-967-3565 or FAX [phone]. For all other
countries, call +001-480-967-3565 or FAX [phone].
If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this prod-
uct, 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.
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
verification of your factory warranty and may become useful in recovering
your product if it is ever stolen.
Serial Number:__________________________________
Model Number: ________________________________
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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ................................................................................................1
Package Contents........................................................................................2
Installation Considerations............................................................................3
Mounting Location ......................................................................................4
Installation..................................................................................................5
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................9
Specifications............................................................................................10
Warranty Information ................................................................................12
International Information ............................................................................13
INTRODUCTION
This manual provides information on the features and installation of the
fanaticQ Systems. We suggest you save this manual for future reference. We
strongly recommend you have your Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer
install the fanaticQ System. If you do choose to install the system yourself,
please be sure to read the entire manual before beginning.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
(2) FNQ2401 Tweeters
Includes 3/4" [20mm] aluminum
dome tweeter, flush mount housing,
surface mount housing, wedge
mount housing
(2) Tweeter Mounting Brackets
(4) #8-32 x .500 Screws
(8) #8 x .75 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .110 Male Fast-on Connectors
(2) FNQ2404 4" Midrange Speakers
(2) 4" Speaker Grilles
(2) 4" Speaker Grilles (w/ bridge)
(2) 4" Speaker Grille Rings
(2) Tweeter Bridges
(2) FNQ242x 2-Way Crossovers
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire
(2) FNQ2401 Tweeters
Includes 3/4" [20mm] aluminum
dome tweeter, flush mount housing,
surface mount housing, wedge
mount housing
(2) Tweeter Mounting Brackets
(4) #8-32 x .500 Screws
(8) #8 x .75 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .110 Male Fast-on Connectors
(2) FNQ2406 6-1⁄2" Midrange Speakers
(2) 6-1⁄2" Speaker Grilles
(2) 6-1/2" Speaker Grilles (w/ bridge)
(2) 6-1⁄2" Speaker Grille Rings
(2) Tweeter Bridges
(2) FNQ242x 2-Way Crossovers
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire
(2) FNQ2401 Tweeters
Includes 3/4" [20mm]
aluminum dome tweeter, flush
mount housing, surface mount
housing, wedge mount housing
(2) Tweeter Mounting Brackets
(4) #8-32 x .500 Screws
(8) #8 x .75 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .110 Male Fast-on Connectors
(2) FNQ2405 5-1⁄4" Midrange Speakers
(2) 5-1⁄4" Speaker Grilles
(2) 5-1/4" Speaker Grilles (w/ bridge)
(2) 5-1⁄4" Speaker Grille Rings
(2) Tweeter Bridges
(2) FNQ242x 2-Way Crossovers
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire
FNQ2414
FNQ2614
FNQ2514

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
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. For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to begin-
ning the installation.
2. Never run wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires inside the
vehicle 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. Mount the speakers/crossovers away from electrical sources (other than
the amplifier) i.e., power cables, electronic fuel pumps, vehicle com-
puters, and other potential noise sources.
5. Mount the speakers/crossovers away from areas of extreme heat or
moisture.
Speakers
1. Make sure there is an area large enough of the speaker to mount.
Warning! Failure to do this can cause damage to the speaker if the
speaker frame 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 operation of the rear hatch or trunk lid. Make sure the torsion bars
and other moving parts are not obstructed by the speaker(s) installation.
•Please refer to the Specifications section of this manual for proper
mounting diameter and depth of the speaker(s).
Crossovers
1. Make sure there is a flat area large enough for the crossover to mount.
2. For best results, mount the crossover(s) next to the amplifier for a deco-
rative finish to the installation and provide an easy upgrade (no new
wires to run) for a bi-amp Rockford Fosgate system in the future.
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MOUNTING LOCATION
A solid front stage with a good image is one of the most difficult tasks to
achieve in a vehicle. No car has the optimum listening environment. This
makes proper 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 mounting location of your speakers will have a great
effect on the sound quality of your stereo system. The special care taken to
place the speakers will yield many hours of listening enjoyment in return.
Several important recommendations should be followed.
•Place the speakers where they have a direct path to the listening area.
•For the best integration between the
midrange and tweeter, the tweeter should
be placed less than 2" from the midrange.
(Figure 1)
•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.
•Whenever possible, place the tweeter directly above or below the
midrange 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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•Sound radiated from a “point source”has the most optimum stereo
imaging because the separation of the acoustical centers between the
midrange and tweeter for each channel is at the optimum. Figure 2-A
describes a horizontal speaker alignment. In a closed environment such
as an automobile, horizontal speaker alignment can cause severe
amplitude and phase differences which will degrade not only the imag-
ing, but also the frequency response. This is due to the path length dif-
ferences between the midrange and tweeter. Figure 2-B displays a verti-
cal alignment between the midrange and tweeter. With a vertical align-
ment, the path length difference between the midrange and tweeter are
reduced to a minimum. The result is a negligible difference in path
lengths between the midrange and tweeter 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.
INSTALLATION
Mounting the Midrange
1. Cut the proper size hole for the midrange/woofer (refer to the specifica-
tions page for mounting diameter dimensions)
2. Place the midrange over the mounting hole and mark the location of
the screw mounting holes.
3. Remove the midrange. 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 speaker into the hole and screw the speaker into place. Be
careful not to bend the speaker frame during this step.
7. Press the speaker grille into the mounting ring.

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Flush Mount Tweeter
Tweeter
Surface Mount Tweeter
Trim
Ring Back Plate
Flush
Housing
Tweeter Trim
Ring Back Plate
Surface
Housing
Wedge Mount Tweeter
Tweeter Wedge
Housing

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Crossover Connections
•Be Sure to Maintain Speaker Polarity
•0dB Tweeter Level matches the amplitude of the tweeter to the
midrange
•–3dB/–6dB Tweeter Level reduces the amplitude of the tweeter –3dB or
–6dB lower than the midrange. (ex. ideal for tweeters located high in
door panels and midranges located low in the kick panel)
•0°/180°Tweeter Phase matches the phase response of the tweeter to
the midrange (eminent when tweeter is located away from the
midrange). Leave the switch in the position that results in the best
sound quality.
•Replaceable Tweeter Protection Bulb - The light bulb acts as a fuse to
protect against overload. If the bulb burns out, remove the burned out
bulb and insert a new bulb (part# HDW10932) into the retainer clips.

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Bandpassing the Midrange
•The Fanatic Component Systems are optimized for full range music re-
production. In cases where a subwoofer is used, the midrange can be
bandpassed in order to prevent overlapping frequencies from the
midrange into the subwoofer.
1. Determine the frequency range that the subwoofer will play (i.e.: 20Hz-
80Hz)
2. Use the low-pass crossover frequency of the subwoofer system (i.e.:
80Hz) as the high-pass crossover frequency for the midrange
3. Select the appropriate capacitor value (i.e.: 500mF) to properly band-
pass the midrange
4. Place the capacitor in series with the “+”terminal of the speaker
Frequency Speaker
(Hertz) (4 ohms)
80Hz 500mF
100Hz 400mF
130Hz 300mF
200Hz 200mF
260Hz 150mF
400Hz 100mF
C1
+
–
0dB
–3dB
80Hz
Subwoofer Midrange Tweeter
C1
6dB/octave H