VM Audio SRD10SBS User manual

SRD10SBS / SRD12SBS
SHAKER SERIES BASS PACKAGES

CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
FUNCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
INSTALLATION
POWER CONNECTIONS
AUDIO INPUT
LINE OUTPUT
REMOTE CONNECTION
SPEAKER WIRING
CONTROLS
CALIBRATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
WARRANTY
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Include a copy of the original receipt or invoice with the
purchase date, dealer’s name, customer’s name and invoice
number clearly visible. Manufacturing date may be used if no
proof of purchase is provided. The customer will pay to ship
the defective product; COD will not be accepted.
Please follow the above instructions carefully to prevent
voiding your warranty.
Your Warranty Service Does Not Cover the Following:
-Products not purchased from an Authorized VM Audio
Dealer
-Damages from poor installation by not following the included
instruction manual.
-Damages due to excessive moisture, heat and other
elements from improper care.
-Evidence of tampering or repair by non-authorized personnel.
-Products not issued an RMA number.
-Damage during freight from poor packaging or handling.
-Return shipping on non-defective items.
Warranty Turnaround Time
It is VM Audio’s goal to turnaround the merchandise in a
timely fashion of 1 week. Unexpected delays may occur due
to repair parts or replacement shortage.
International Warranty
Please check with your Authorized International VM Audio
Dealer or distributor for specic warranty policies and
process for your country.

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CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY AGREEMENT
Your product is covered by a limited warranty by VM Audio
as established below:
Mobile Electronics Limited Warranty
Products purchased from an Authorized VM Audio Dealer
are warranted to be free of defects in material and
workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original
purchase under normal usage. Products that are identied
as “refurbished” have a limited warranty of ninety (90)
days from the date of original purchase. Dated proof of
purchase (original receipt or invoice) will be required for all
warranty claims. In the unlikely event that you experienced
a manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warranty
period, VM Audio will repair the defective product or replace
with the same or equivalent product if the same item is not
available or discontinued. Replacement product may have
supercial blemishes or scratches that do not affect the
performance of the product. This warranty is only intended
and valid for the original purchaser and cannot be extended
to subsequent owners. Any applicable implied warranties
are limited to the period of the expressed warranty starting
from the original purchase date. No warranties, expressed
or implied, will be accepted after the previously listed periods.
Exclusions may apply; please check your local state laws.
Instructions for Claiming Warranty Service
If you should require warranty service, please return the
product to the Authorized VM Audio Dealer you originally
purchased the item for an experienced and speedy claim of
your warranty service. Contact VM Audio directly to nd the
Authorized Dealers nearest you.
In the case the defective merchandise needs to be returned
to VM Audio, please contact us and a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) number will be assigned. It is important
to pack all defective items in the original packaging to
prevent damages from shipping, and be sure to write the
RMA number clearly on the outside of the box for faster
processing. Do not include non-defective items as it is not
necessary and will increase your shipping costs.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your interest in VM Audio products.
Our goal is to enhance your listening experience.
The Shaker Series was designed as the economical
solution for a performance craving, casual
consumer. The experts and engineers at VM Audio
have meticulously tested and designed this product
with a reasonable price tag to t any budget. Let
the Shaker Series maximize the value of your
investment.
• Class A/B Circuit Topology
• Efcient DC-to-DC PWM MOSFET Power Supply
• Supreme MOSFET Output Stages
• Discrete Signal Processing Stages
• Three Way Protection Circuits
• Dual Voice Coil Low Frequency Subwoofers
• Long-Displacement Stable Suspension System
• Harsh Weather Resistant Wide Rubber Surround
• Compliance-Controlled Large Poly Cotton Spider
• Direct Voice Coil Surface-Cooling System
• Optimally Tuned Dual Subwoofer Enclosure
• Super High Density Fiberwood Enclosure Panels
• Low Noise Dual-Port Vented Enclosure Design
• Industrial Aviation Grade, Tough Carpet Cover
FEATURES

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FUNCTIONS
Front Panel
1. INPUT: Audio Cable Jack Connections
2. OUTPUT: Audio Cable Jack Connections
3. GAIN: Input Signal Adjustment Knob
4. BASS BOOST: Bass Adjustment Knob
5. LPF: Low Frequency Filter Adjustment Knob
6. REMOTE: Remote Bass Knob Cable Plug
7. LED: Power Status LED
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SPECIFICATIONS
DESIGN:
SUBWOOFERS:
TERMINALS:
WOOD MATERIAL:
RANGE:
PEAK:
IMPEDANCE:
FREQ. RESPONSE:
WIDTH (inches):
HEIGHT (inches):
DEPTH 1 (inches):
DEPTH 2 (inches):
SRD10SBS
Ported
10” x 2
1
HDF
100W - 750W
1500W
2 Ω
35Hz - 350Hz
25.83”
13.46”
8.46”
11.42”
SRD12SBS
Ported
12” x 2
1
HDF
100W - 750W
1500W
2 Ω
30Hz - 350Hz
29.92”
14.96”
8.8”
11.85”
AMPLIFIER
OUTPUT CHANNELS:
POWER 2Ω:
PEAK:
THD-N @ 4Ω:
FREQ. RESPONSE:
LOWPASS:
SUBSONIC:
BASS BOOST:
INPUT SENSITIVITY:
INPUT IMPEDANCE:
S/N RATIO:
FUSE:
WIDTH (inches):
HEIGHT (inches):
DEPTH (inches):
1
750W
1500W
<0.05%
15Hz - 350Hz
50 - 350Hz
N/A
0dB - 12dB
200mV - 8V
22k Ω
>90dB
40A
11.35”
9.94”
2.40”
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ENCLOSURE

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AMPLIFIER FUSE KEEPS BLOWING? 1) Incorrect
wiring or short circuit: Using your DMM, make sure
that all voltage polarities are correct, review section
(Installation) for proper wire connection. 2) Amplier
being driven too hard: Turn down the volume. Gain or
Bass Boost not properly set, Review section (Tuning)
for setting the Gain and Bass Boost properly. 3)
Under-sized or faulty fuse installed: Replace the fuse
with a fuse of the same rating in accordance with the
manufacturer’s suggestion.
WHINING NOISE WHEN ENGINE IS ON? 1) RCA
cables too close to power wire: Separate RCA and
power cables, Run an extra set of RCAs on the
outside of the vehicle, and if noise is eliminated, you
might need a better shielded RCA cable. 2) Ground
loop problem: Re-Ground the amplier to a more
electrically conductive location, Re-Ground the stereo
head unit to a more electrically conductive location,
Re-ground the amplier to a point of the vehicle that
is secure and not thin metal. Make sure that bare
metal is in contact with the connector. 3) Induced
noise: Relocate components away from electrical
noise sources such as engine control computers and
ABS brake control modules.
AMPLIFIER SHUTS DOWN AFTER PLAYING FOR
A PERIOD OF TIME? 1) Thermal protection circuits
are shutting the amplier off: Check the location for
adequate ventilation (Relocate amplier if necessary),
Impedance may be too low and overheating the
amplier.
TROUBLESHOOTING Continued...
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Rear Panel
8. POWER INPUT: Power Cable Terminal
9. FUSE: In-Line Protection Fuses
10. SPEAKER OUTPUT: Speaker Wire Terminal
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Mounting
• Mount the amplier on a at, secure surface.
• Investigate the layout of your automobile
thoroughly before drilling.
• Place the amplier in a location that allows air to
circulate around it to keep it cool.
• If possible, mount the amplier vertically for
proper heat dissipation.
• Avoid mounting the amplier upside-down as
this will not provide adequate ventilation for the
amplier.
• In order to prevent overheating, avoid covering
the amplier with carpet or enclosing it behind
the interior panels.
• If the amplier is installed in a tight area, it must
have at least a 1-inch air gap all around for
proper cooling.
WARNING!
• Be aware of gas tanks, gas lines, hydraulic lines
and electrical wiring when drilling mounting holes
to prevent serious or life threatening injuries.
• Do not leave the amplier unmounted in order to
prevent the unit from ejecting like a projectile in
the unexpected event of an accident.
• Do not mount the amplier on top of wires or
metal surfaces in order to prevent electrical
short circuit or a re.
• Never mount the amplier in the engine
compartment.
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GETTING STARTED
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If the bass package system does not appear to be
working properly, check the following troubleshooting
suggestions.
NO SOUND? 1) Source unit volume is turned down
or muted: Turn volume up slowly or turn mute off.
2) Amplier may not be receiving an input signal:
Check the output signal of the audio source using
an AC voltmeter. 3) Speaker wires are not properly
connected to the enclosure terminal: Check speaker
connections at amplier and at speaker box terminals,
4) Blown fuse on the amplier: Replace with new
fast-blow fuse (same rating). 5) Power wires are not
making proper connections: Check battery terminal
connections, Check amplier terminal connections,
Use a DMM and check power voltages at all power
terminals. 6) Speaker wires shorted: Check all
speaker wires and ensure that bare wires are not
touching metal or each other.
DISTORTED AUDIO? 1) Gain may not be properly
set: Review section (Calibration) for setting the
Gain properly. 2) Speaker wires may be shorting
out: Inspect the speaker wires from each terminal
connection and along the wire route. Make sure
wires are not pinched or exposed. 3) Speaker may
be damaged: Inspect each speaker cone for signs
of damage (frozen cone, burned smell, separated or
ripped surround or spider).

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Setting Bass Boost
1. Turn the gain and bass control all the way
down (counterclockwise).
2. Turn the vehicle on, and make sure the source
unit is turned on.
3. Insert a CD/DVD with undistorted music.
4. Start to increase the volume at the source unit
until you hear distortion (about 90%).
5. Turn the volume down at the source unit until
the distortion goes away.
6. At the amplier, slowly turn the Bass Boost
control up (clockwise) until you hear a slight
distortion from the speakers.
7. Turn the Bass Boost control back down until
the distortion goes away.
8. When the Bass Boost control is properly set,
you should be able to achieve the maximum
undistorted output with the volume turned all
the way up.
Warning!
Do not set or increase the amplier’s gain when setting
the Bass Boost control. Increasing the gain even slightly
will cause the amplier to heat up and amplier failure
could occur.
CALIBRATION Continued...
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Wiring
• Before you begin routing and connecting the
power wires, disconnect the negative ground
cable from the vehicle’s battery.
• Install and connect the highest possible wire
gauge the amplier’s terminal will accept (1/0
GAUGE) for both power cables (+12V and GND).
• Install an in-line fuse into the positive (+) wire 18
inches away from the car battery. It should be
the same rating as the amplier’s internal fuse(s)
• Route all power and speaker wires inside the
vehicle toward the amplier prior to mounting it.
• Avoid routing electrical wires where they are at
risk of getting pinched.
• Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any
wires when routing through metal.
• Route the power cables through one side of
the vehicle while routing the RCA audio cables
through the other side.
• The ground connections should be as short as
possible and always be connected to chassis
metal. Chassis ground connection should be
clean, rust free, unpainted and as close to the
amplier as possible.
WARNING!
• Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal
before routing cables and wires to prevent
electrical shorts.
• Never route wires underneath the vehicle.
• Do not run wires through sharp edges.
• Always turn off amplier(s) before making any
type of connection.

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INSTALLATION
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Mark the mounting
screw holes to be
drilled with a marker.
WARNING! Be aware of gas tanks, gas lines, hydraulic
lines and electrical wiring when drilling mounting holes
to prevent serious or life-threatening injuries.
Drill the holes on the
marked spots with an
electric drill.
Secure the amplier
with screws using a
phillips screwdriver.
Make sure to mount the amplier in a location
where there is enough room to have access to the
knobs and terminals.
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CALIBRATION
Setting Gain
1. Turn the gain and bass control all the way
down (counterclockwise).
2. Turn the vehicle on, and make sure the source
unit is turned on.
3. Insert a CD/DVD with undistorted music.
4. Start to increase the volume at the source unit
until you hear distortion (about 90%).
5. Turn the volume down at the source unit until
the distortion goes away.
6. At the amplier, slowly turn the Gain control
up (clockwise) until you hear a slight audio
distortion.
7. Turn the Gain control back down until the audio
distortion goes away.
8. When the Gain control is properly set, you
should be able to achieve the maximum
undistorted output with the volume turned all
the way up.
Warning!
Do not set the amplier’s gain very high as noise,
distortion and amplier heat will increase signicantly
and amplier failure could occur.
If Bass Boost is used, keep the Gain setting down.

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CONTROLS
Description
Gain: This feature controls the audio input
signal strength going into the amplier.
Bass Boost: Increases the bass level from
+1dB up to +18dB.
LPF Frequency: Low pass crossover
frequency lter adjustment.
REMOTE: Gain knob cable input plug to
conveniently adjust the bass boost strength.
Power LED: Power and protection amplier
status indicator.
Input: Line level audio inputs.
Output: Line level audio outputs.
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POWER CONNECTIONS
1. Carefully remove the end cap from the amplier
where the power connections are located.
2. Strip 1/2 inch of insulation off each end of the
power cables used.
3. Install an in-line fuse holder 18 inches away from
the car battery.
4. Connect the Battery terminal to the in-line fuse
using a short power cable.
5. Route another power cable from the in-line
fuse to the amplier’s power terminal (or a power
capacitor such as VM Audio SRCAP2.0).
6. Connect the power cable to the in-line fuse
and the other end to the amplier’s positive +12V
power terminal (or capacitor’s positive +terminal).
7. Re-install the end cap to the amplier.
Power
Battery
Terminal
In-Line
Fuse
Capacitor
Power
Terminal
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal
before routing wires to prevent electrical shorts.
VM Audio SRPK8R power kit
recommended

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1. Locate the remote wire on the stereo head unit.
2. Route the remote wire with a wire length that
expands from the stereo head unit all the way to
the amplier’s negative power terminal.
3. Strip both ends of the remote wire by 1/2” to
expose the wire.
4. Connect the remote wire to the stereo’s
remote wire by twisting both wires together, and
insulate the connection well with electrical tape.
5. Connect the other end of the remote wire to
the amplier’s remote REM terminal.
REMOTE
The remote wire, when connected to the amplier, is
designed to turn on the amplier automatically when
your stereo is turned on.
Consult with the manufacturer’s user guide for your
stereo head unit to locate the remote or turn-on wire,
as some manufacturers might label their amplier
turn-on feature differently.
POWER CONNECTIONS Continued...
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SPEAKER WIRING
Connect the subwoofer’s positive +terminal to the
positive +terminal on the amplier, then connect the
negative (-) terminal of the subwoofer to the negative
(-) terminal on the amplier.
80 Hz
Amplier Filter Setting
4Ω
SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
Adjust lter knob to 80Hz position.

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REMOTE CONNECTION
The remote control knob will allow you to control the
bass output from your dashboard.
Remote Cable Plugin
Remote
Bass Knob
Remote Plug
on Amplier
1. Carefully route the cable (included) from
the amplier to your stereo head unit.
2. Once the cable is in place, connect one
end of the cable to the remote bass knob.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to
the amplier remote plug input.
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For a good electrical connection and maximum power
transfer, use the same gauge size ground cable as
the power cable. The length of the cable should be
as short as possible and as close to the amplier as
possible.
GROUND
1. Locate a good, non-rusted chassis metal point
in the vehicle.
2. Mark and drill a screw hole with an electric drill
where chassis ground connection is to be made.
3. Use sandpaper to remove paint or rust to
expose the area to bare metal.
4. Strip 1/2” of insulation on both ends of the
ground cable to expose the wires.
5. Connect one end of the ground cable to an
O-ring connector, and tightly fasten the connector
using a sheet metal screw to the chassis metal.
6. Connect the other end of the gound cable to
the amplier’s ground GND terminal.
WARNING! Be aware of gas tanks, gas lines, hydraulic
lines and electrical wiring when drilling mounting holes
to prevent serious or life-threatening injuries.

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AUDIO INPUT
The audio inputs on the side panel of the amplier
receive low level signals from the RCA outputs
of the stereo head unit. If your stereo head unit
does not have RCA outputs, a High-to-Low level
converter (not included) must be used. Both line
inputs need to be connected to the stereo head
unit in order to use all of the speaker outputs.
Stereo RCA Cables
Speaker Wires
High-to-Low Level
Converter
(not included)
Left
Channel
Right
Channel
Right
Channel
Left
Channel
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LINE OUTPUT
Linking
Amplier
The pre-amp line outputs allow linking additional
ampliers without the need to split the audio signals
from the stereo, using Y-RCA cable adaptors.
Amplier Line Outputs
Main
Amplier