ALPHASONIK Owner's Manual Alpha 400 Series Subwoofers PSW410E / PSW412E R
ALPHASONIK WAS FOUNDED IN 1976 WITH ONE MISSION, TO BRING STATE OF THE ART PERFORMANCE TO THE CAR AUDIO ENTHUSIAST. In those early years we pioneered such ground-breaking technologies as amplifier fan cooling and high voltage signal transfer which remain a benchmark in high-end audio. Today, the new Alphasonik is committed to pushing the envelope with regard to technology, quality and value.
Introduction.................................................................................3 Features and Specifications.......................................................4 Building an Enclosure.............................................................5-9 Subwoofer Parameters.............................................................10 Wiring Diagrams..................................................................11-13 T A B L E O F C O N T E N T Troubleshooting...............................
I N T R O D U C T I O N 3 Thank you for purchasing this Alphasonik product. Alphasonik products are specifically engineered and designed for the mobile audio environment. This manual contains important information about installation, set-up procedures and integrating your new Alphasonik product into your vehicle. With proper care and installation, your new product will provide you with many years of high performance listening enjoyment.
PROPRIETARY HEAT SINK All Alphasonik 400 Series subwoofers have motor structures encased in patent pending, cast aluminum, machine finished heat sinks. Power handling is enhanced because excess heat is quickly absorbed and transferred to the environment. The music may get hot but our subs run cool. MINERAL FILLED POLYMER INVERTED DOME All Alphasonik 400 Series Subwoofers use the latest technology with mineral filled polymers for musical neutrality.
B U I L D I N G A N E N C L O S U R E Now that you know about subwoofer specifications it’s time to learn about building subwoofer boxes. If you’ve done any woodworking you shouldn’t have much trouble when building a subwoofer enclosure. One of the main differences will probably be the material used in building subwoofer boxes as compared to other woodworking projects. When building a custom subwoofer box you will want to use minimal MDF (medium density fiberboard).
If you’re planning to build your own enclosure and are confused in what type of enclosure best suits your needs this page will help you choose what enclosure fits your needs. There are many different types of enclosures. The two most common used enclosures are sealed and vented enclosure. This page will show the advantages and disadvantages of the two enclosures.
B U I L D I N G A N E N C L O S U R E Calculating speaker enclosure volume is a five step procedure. (Make sure you do not forget to subtract the thickness of the wood that you have selected to use to build your enclosure.) Step One: Measure Height Step Two: Measure Width Step Three: Measure Depth Step Four: Height x Width x Depth Step Five: Divide the results were in step four by 1728 (12" x 12" x 12"=1728 which equals to 1.0 cu ft.
Calculating speaker enclosure volume is a five step procedure. (Make sure you do not forget to subtract the thickness of the wood and port displacement that you used.) Step One: Measure Height Step Two: Measure Width Step Three: Measure Depth Step Four: Height x Width x Depth Step Five: Divide the results in step four by 1728 (12" x 12" x 12"=1728 which equals to 1.0 cu ft.
B U I L D I N G A N E N C L O S U R E Converting a round port to a slot port. Calculate the area of the round port(s) being used, then use the square root function of your calculator to get the interior dimensions of an equivalent suare port. The length (or depth) of the slot port will be the same as that of the round port. To calculate area: ( Area is a two dimensional measurement ) Circle =3.14 x Radius x Radius Circle Port 4" 2" 2" 4" Port 2 x 2 x 3.14=12.6 1" 12.6 x 1=12.6 Slot Port 12.
400 Series Model # PSW410E Fs Qts Qes Qms Vas (liters) Vas (Cu. Ft.) Re Rms Xmax +/- (mm) Le Sd SPL EBP Mmd Freq. Resp. 35 0.48 0.51 5.23 28 1 3.7 x 2 400 9 1.8 0.033 90 69 115 30Hz-500Hz PSW412E 30 0.5 0.55 4.77 56 2 3.75 x 2 500 9 1.8 0.047 91 55 146 25Hz-500Hz Mounting Dimensions Depth (mm) Depth (Inches) Through Hole (mm) Through Hole (Inches) Diameter (mm) Diameter (Inches) Displacement 139mm 5 1/2" 238mm 9 3/8" 277mm 10 15/16" .113 Cu.Ft. 152mm 6" 282mm 11 1/8" 325mm 12 7/8" .151 Cu.Ft.
W I R I N G D I A G R A M S Parallel-Parallel Dual 4 Ohm 0.
Series-Parallel Dual 4 Ohm 2.
W I R I N G D I A G R A M S Series-Series Dual 4 Ohm 24 ohms 16 ohms 8 ohms Patent No: US D478,556 S Patent No: US 6,601,645 B1 Patent No: US 6,656,000 B2 13
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W A R N I N G A N D D I S C L A I M E R Investigate the layout of your vehicle thoroughly before drilling or cutting. Take care when you work near the gas tank, gas lines, hydraulic lines, electrical components and electrical wiring. Do not use the equipment unmounted. Attach this system securely to prevent damage, particularly in the event of an accident or aggressive driving. Do not mount the system so that wire connections are unprotected or are subjected to pinching or damage from nearby objects.
Alphasonik, Inc. warrants this product against all defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase provided it was purchased from an Authorized Alphasonik, Inc. Dealer. The conditions of this warranty and the extent of the responsibility of Alphasonik, Inc. under this warranty are as follows: 1. DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE OF THIS PRODUCT. Information about Alphasonik, Inc.
W A R R A N T Y C O N T I N U E D 7. This warranty is not transferable and protects the original purchaser provided they reside and made their purchase in the United States. International consumers may contact their local retailer or distributor for warranty information. 8. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, SHALL HAVE NO GREATER DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL ALPHASONIK INC.
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