Rockford Fosgate IBeam IB-200 Guide

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IB.200
Installation & Operation
Installation et fonctionnement
Instalaci6n y funcionamiento
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c:eNTENT5
Tools needed for installation 2
IBEAM Specifications 2
Recommended Amplifier Specifications 2
Introduction and Precautions 3
Vehicle Installation 4
Home Theater Installation 5-6
Troubleshooting 7
Warranty 7
Tools needed for installation.
Drill
Drill bit for pilot holes. 1/8" (3mm)
#2 Phillips head bit with extension OR #2 Phillips head screwdriver.
Wire cutters
Wire strippers (16/14 or 12AWG)
You will also need an adequate length of 16/14 or 12 AWG (American Wire
Gauge) speaker wire for connection to your IBEAM tactile transducer.
IBEAM TactileTransducer Specifications
Model Number IB-200
Size (L xW x H) 6.5" x4.25" x 2.75"
Weight 3.5 Ibs (I .6 Kg)
Force /Watt 2.2 Ibs/Watt (9.7 Newtons/Watt)
Continuous Power
Handling 100 Watts
Peek Power Handling 250 Watts
Overload Protection
PPTC self reset fuse
Impedance 4ohms
Frequency Response 20Hz -800Hz
Recommended Amplifier Specifications
Any 4ohm stable amplifier that provides a minimum of 100 Watts RMS @4ohms is
sufficient to power an IBEAM unit. Amplifiers with 150 -250 Watts @4ohms offer
the best experience.

INTROCUC:TION ANC PReC:AUTIONS
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Thank you for purchasing the IBEAM™ IB-200 vibro tactile transducer. The IBEAM tactile
transducer
is the new world standard in vibro tactile performance. It delivers powerful
deep
bass and accurate broadband sound output that will improve the sound quality
of any music with your home theater system or in your vehicle.
Practice Safe Sound™
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over I OOdB may cause permanent
hearing
loss. High powered auto sound systems may produce sound pressure levels
well over 130dB. Use common sense and practice safe sound.
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This symbol with "WARNING" is intended to alert the user to the
Ipresence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions will
•result
in severe injury or death.
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This symbol with "CAUTION" is intended to alert the user to the
Ipresence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions can
•result in injury or unit damage.
&. CAUTION:To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and
follow the instructions in this manual. We want you to enjoy
this system,
not get aheadache.
&. CAUTION:To prevent injury, damage to the unit and/or surrounding
equipment, the IBEAM tactile transducer must
be securely
mounted before
use.
&. CAUTION:The IBEAM tactile transducer contains apowerful magnetic
motor.
Never place tape media or video monitors in direct
proximity
to any large magnet.
For Home Theater Installation
&. CAUTION:lfyou feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it
installed by aqualified home theater technician.
&. CAUTION:Before installation, power off and unplug your equipment to
prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
For Vehicle Installation
CAUTION:Due to the requirements of how the IBEAM tactile transducer
needs
to be mounted in avehicle, we strongly recommend it
be installed by aqualified Rockford Fosgate technician.
CAUTION:Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal
to prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
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VeHIC:LE INSTALLATION
Ifyour seat does not allow for
proper mounting, the IBEAM
can be mounted under the
center console.
Where ever you end up
mounting your
IBEAM, Make
sure all surrounding items are mounted
firmly
and tight. If not, these items will rattle when the IBEAM is working.
Vehicle Connection
~ CAUTION:Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal
•
to prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury
The IBEAM can be powered by any 4ohm stable amplifier that provides aminimum of
100 Watts RMS @4ohms. Amplifiers with 150 -250 Watts @4ohms offer the best
experience.
I. Pre-route 16/14 or 12AWG speaker wires from the IBEAM unit to the amplifier it will be
connected to ..
~ CAUTION:Be sure to route wires were they will not be damaged due to sharp
• edges or from the movement of the seat.
2. Connect the speaker wires to the IBEAM and mark them to maintain proper signal polarity
when connecting
to the amplifier.
3. Follow the instructions provided with the amplifier being used to connect it to the vehicle
system.
4. Connect the speaker wires from the IBEAM to the output on the amplifier. Be sure to
maintain proper signal polarity for best performance.
5. For best performance set the amplifier to low pass (LP) with acrossover setting of
100-300hz.
SPEAKERS
+ - + -
Be Sure to mantain signal polarity.
OR
Speaker connection from amplifier.
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Multiple IBEAM system.
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HOME THEATER INSTALLATION
In many situations the IBEAM tactile transducer can be mounted directly using the 10 built-in
mounting holes.
Home Theater Seat Mounting
The contemporary Home Theater Seat will generally accept direct attachment of the IBEAM
unit.
We suggest you contact your seat manufacturer to obtain their recommendations for
vibro-tactile product mounting.
I. Carefully turn the seat upside down. Support it
without the possibility of damage during the
installation process. Always
use caution when moving Home Theater Seating as these items
can be heavy and somewhat awkward to maneuver. Get help if necessary.
2. Find alocation on the seat bottom that allows solid attachment to wood structural
members. The
ideal spot is toward the center and rear of the seat bottom. Ifseat bottom
mounting is not used choose alocation on the seat frame near the rear and center. Check
for proper clearance from motors and seat adjustment mechanisms. Allow for air space
between your IBEAM and floor when mounted. Never use the IBEAM to support the seat.
3. Drill pilot holes and secure your IBEAM in the desired location using the supplied screws.
Check
for free and complete seat motion. Find another location if the seat motion is
impeded or if seat becomes difficult to move.
4. Secure your IBEAM with screws in all 10 mounting holes.
Remember to drill pilot holes for all screws.
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Structural
support
(frame)
Mounting Holes
o
Structural
support
(frame)
~ CAUTION:To prevent injury,
damage
to the unit
and/or surrounding
equipment, the IBEAM
tactile transducer must
be securely mounted
by aminimum
of
six (6) screws.
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HOME THEATEFlIN5TALLATION
Home Theater Connection
.&. CAUTION:lf you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it
installed by aqualified home theater technician.
.&. CAUTION:Before installation, power off and unplug your equipment to
prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
The IBEAM can be powered by any 4ohm stable amplifier that provides aminimum of
100 Watts RMS @4ohms. Amplifiers with 150 -250 Watts @4ohms offer the best
experience.
I. Pre-route 16/14 or 12AWG speaker wires from the IBEAM unit to the home theater
system it will be connected to .
.&. CAUTION:Be sure to route wires were they will not be tripped over or
become damaged due to sharp edges or from the movement of
furniture or people.
2. Connect the speaker wires to the IBEAM and mark them to maintain proper signal polarity
when connecting
to the amplifier.
Connection to a system with adesignated sub output.
3. Follow the instructions provided with the amplifier being use to connect it to the sub
output on your home theater system.
4. Connect the speaker wires from the IBEAM to the output on the amplifier. Be sure to
maintain proper signal polarity for best performance.
Connection to a system with no sub output.
5. When connecting to a system with no designated sub output, acrossover will be required.
Acrossover with settings
of I00-300hz will offerthe best performance.
Amplifier
Maintain signal polarity.
Line Level
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SYMPTOM
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUSE SOLUTION
Weak bass (vibrations) low settings increase
the amp gain and/or
raise source input level
little
bass in source many older recordings
lack
much deep bass sound
No sound from unit
wires disconnected check speaker level
wiring
amp off
turn on amp
no line level signal to amp check line level wiring and signal
internal damage
to unit contact customer service
Sound
too high pitched crossover
frequency to high lower crossover
set
point to 150Hz
adjust
lower as desired
no crossover install in-line
filter
Undesired vibrations improper mounting
review mounting instructions
and
correct the mounting issues
non-home theater seating used purchase dedicated seating
poor seat construction
isolate noise and dampen spot
where seat is making sound
Stops
operating
overload protection activated
allow fuse to reset (3-5min)
lower amp settings
UMITEC WARRANTY
The IBEAM tactile transducer has awarranty of1Year. 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 acopy 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
I. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, water; theft, shipping
2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
3. Service performed by anyone otherthan 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
Limit on ImpliedWarranties
Any implied warranties including warranties offitness for use and merchantability are limited
in duration to the period ofthe express warranty set forth above. Some states do not allow
limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person
is authorized to assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with the sale
ofthe product.
How to Obtain Service
Contact the Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer you purchased this product from.
If you need further assistance, call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service.

Rockford Fosgate
Rockford Corporation
546 South Rockford Drive
Tempe, Arizona 8528 IU.s.A.
In U.S.A., [phone] -Customer Service 1-800-669-9899
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