Wet Sounds HT-AS-10 Service manual

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HT-AS-10
Active Subwoofer Enclosure
Installation Instructions I Owner's Manual
HT-AS10 Manual
Rev. 7.11.2012
English

IMPORJANT! BEFORE MAKING ANY CONNECTIONS, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY POWER UNTIL THE
INSTALL..AliON IS COMPLETED TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Connect the amplifier to the battery.
At times, the amplifierwill need to drawlarge levels of currentthatcannot be provided byanycircuit in the vehicle's
fuse box. We recommend using a min
of 8 gauge (4ga is preferred) powerwire for your connections . Strip one
end
of the wire to connectto the terminal on the amplifiermarked +BATT. Loosen the screwterminal and connect
the bare wire and tighten. Use caution to make sure no stray wire stands come in contact with surrounding
terminals to cause any short circuits. Run the wire directly to the positive terminal
of the vehicle's battery. Make
sure to use an in-line fuse within 12"
of the vehicle's battery to protect the electrical system and amplifier against
shortcircuits and/orpowersurges.
Connect the ground terminal of the amplifier to the negative of the battery.
For the ground connection, use a min of 8 gauge wire (black)(4ga is preferred) to connect to the terminal marked
GNDand then connectitto the negative
of the battery.
Connect the remote terminal of the amplifier to a switchable +12V source.
This connection allows the amplifierto be turned on and offwith the powercontrol of the radio. Ifthe radio has a
REMOTE output terminal, connect it to the amplifier's terminal marked REM (using a 16 gauge wire
or heavier).
Nowwhen the radio is turned on, the amplifierwill automaticallyturn on.
Connect the RCA output of the head unit to theRCA input terminals of the amplifier.
To make these connections, we recommend using high qualityRCAcable. Run signal wires awayfrom electrical
wiresto avoid possibility
of induced noisefrom the car's electrical system (i.e. popping noises or engine noise).
PHASE
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To adjustthe Phase
simply listen. Depending
on the subwoofer location.
You may want to subwoofer
in phase (0) or out of phase
(180). The majority
of the
installswill be in phase
REMOTE LEVEL
CONTROLLER
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+12V
Select Lo when using
RCAinput.
Select
Hi when using
speakerlevel input.
RCA
Yes
No
Yes
AUTO
TURN ON
REM~
DC OFFSET
AUDIO
HI
Level
Yes
Yes
No
Option only if using speaker
level inputs on a radio without
a dedicated RCAcable. Most
installswill use RCAinput
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AFTERMARKET HEAD-UNIT
REMOTE
TURN-ON OUTPUT
Auto Tum On switch
set to •REM• position
IN-LINE POWER FUSE
MOUNTED WITHIN 12•
FROM BATTERY RECOMMENDED
(NOT PROVIDED)
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HEAD-UNIT

AuTo
TURN
ON
SwiTCH
The "REM"setting is the best
way
toturn the uniton and offbutifyou
do
nothavea
REMOTE
outputwirefrom your
head-unit then you will need to use eitherthe "AUDIO"
or
"DC OFFSET" setting.
Not
all head-units are the same
this is
why
we
provide threedifferentTurn On options. You will need to selectthe setting thatworks bestwith your
head-unit.
(The
AUDIO
& DC
OFFSET
setting areto be used with the Hi-level connections below.
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The"REM" setting is used when
your
head-unithas a
+12V
outputwire.
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° The "DC OFFSET"setting sensesthe voltage change when the head-unitis turned on and off
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does notdepend on musicasthe
AUDIO
setting above.
Must
use
Hi-level
input
for
this
setting.
AUDIO
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The "AUDIO" setting senses the music signal to turn on the amplifier. This setting will work
with anyhead-unit.
In
this setting the amplifierwill onlyturn on when itsenses music, so even
if
your
head-unit is on but at"0" volume the amplifierwill not turn on. Must use
RCA
input for
this setting.
HI-LEVEL
CoNNECTIONS
If
your
head-unitdoes nothave
RCA
connectionsthen you will need to usethe Hi-level inputconnector(provided)
Firstlocate
eitheryourfront
or
rear
speaker
wires.
IHH-liEVEl
~INJPUT
Connectthe Whitewiretothe
Left+
speakerwire.
ConnecttheWhite
I
Blackwireto
the
Left-
speakerwire.
Connectthe
Gray
wiretothe
Right+
speakerwire.
Connectthe
Gray
I
Blackwire tothe
Right-
speaker
wire.
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MIN
MAX
REMOTE
LEVEL
CoNTROL
Before connecting the remote, it will be necessary to find a mounting location
that will be
easy
to access for adjustment.
Once
you select
your
mounting
location, you will need to run the control wire from the remote tothe amplifier.
To
avoid possibility
of
induced noise from the vehicle's electrical system (i.e.
popping noises
or
engine noise), run the cable from the remote to the amplifier
away
from the vehicle's electrical wiring.
FINE
TUNE
THE
SYSTEM
Finetunethe amplifier's inputsensitivity.
GAIN
The gain sensitivity control for the amplifier is located on the front panel. This gain control has
rnrzr
been includedtoallowadjustmentto properlymatchthe output
of
the radio. This is one
of
themost
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misunderstood adjustments. By rotating the control in the clockwise direction, the amplifier's
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inputwill become more sensitive and the musicwill play louder. This is not a volume control and
you will notgetmore
power
out
of
theamplifierin the maximum position! Itmayseem
to deliver more output, but actually the system is only playing louderfaster as you turn the volume control on the
radio. Ideally, to properly level match the system the goal isto achieve maximum outputfrom the amplifierwithout
distortion atabout
314
of
the
volumecontrol.
To
determine ifthe amplifier's gain is set properly, turn the system on and slowlyincreasethe volume control. You
should be able to use about
314
volume before the system gets loud but without distortion. It is very important
when making these adjustments that you
do
not
over
drive the speakers (at point
of
distortion) which will cause
permanent
damage
to the speakers. Ifyou are unable to achieve
314
volume before distortion you will need to
adjustthe gain control (in this case you would reduce the gain). The gain control should be adjusted veryslowly. It
may
helpto haveanotherperson to assistyou
by
adjusting the gain controlswhile you listen fordistortion.
0
. .
50Hz 200Hz
BASS
0
. .
OdB
12dB
ADJUSTING
THE
X-OVER
AND
BAss
BoosT
The amplifier is equipped with a built-in variable crossover network which allows you to select
the crossover point. If you are using this with another amplifier which has a Hi-pass setting
you
may
want
to match
or
slightly over-lap the x-over points.
The
amplifier is equipped with a built-in variable bass boost network which allows you to select
the gain
at
45Hz.
When
increasing the level you will notice more energy in the
lower
frequencies. Again there is no specific setting for this and
your
preference should be the
deciding factor
for
the
level setting.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Output Power@ 14.4V:
Frequency Response
SIN Ratio (A-weight)
THO with 22k filter
Low Input Level
Hi Input Level
Battery Voltage Range
Crossover Type
Variable Low Pass Range
Crossover Slope
Bass Boost ( 45Hz)
Subsonic Filter
Variable Phase
Remote Bass Control
Remote Auto Start
Protection Circuit
Amplifier Fuse & Holder
Size L x W x H (IN)
Net Weight
1
-500 Watts
(-3dB)20Hz-200Hz
>95dB
<0.2o/o
150mV-5V
10V
1OVDC-16VDC
LP
50Hz-200Hz
12dBIOct
0-12dB
24dB@ 20Hz
0 I 180
Yes
Yes
Thermal, Over & Under Voltage
2 X 15A
11.5" X 14.5" X 12.75"
13.6kg I 30 lbs
''Limited Warranty''
What This Warranty Covers
This is a "Limited" warranty. This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship and warranty only applies
to the original purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty
is also only valid if the original purchase was made from
an authorized Wet Sounds™ dealer.
How Long Coverage Last
This warranty runs for one year from the date of the purchase. It is recommended to REGISTER your warranty online
within
45 days of your purchase at www.wetsounds.com- click on "warranty registration".
What Is Not Covered
This warranty does not cover fading or discoloration caused by exposure to sunlight or chemicals such as ammonia,
household bleach, or any cleaning material that contains abrasive substances. (For information on how to prevent fading
or discoloration, consult for recommendations on cleaning products) Wet Sounds, Inc. does not cover the cost for removal
and reinstallation
of any kind. Additionally, shipping TO Wet Sounds, Inc. is covered by the purchaser This warranty is
void and inapplicable
if Wet Sounds™ deems that the product was abused or misused; including but not limited to
Speaker product that has been improperly-powered (under or over powered), causing thermal (burnt voice coil) and/or
mechanical failure (torn surrounds or spiders), damage caused by accident, mishandling, improper installation,
negligence, normal wear and tear, excessive water or heat damage, freight damage or products that have been altered in
any way. Product owned by anyone other than the original purchaser from an authorized Wet Sounds dealer. (The
warranty is not transferable and will not apply to products purchased from unauthorized dealers.) Wet Sounds is not
responsible for any damages to a consumer's boat or person from a product failure. The warranty is void
if Wet Sounds
deems the product was installed or used improperly. Wet Sounds shall not be responsible for any incidental or
consequential damages, except to the< extent provided (or prohibited) by applicable law. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state.
WARNING!
Exposure to high sound pressure levels can cause hearing loss or damage.
Use common sense when listening to your system.
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Due to continuing product improvement, specifications subject to change without notice.
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