Wet Sounds HT-AS-10 Installation Instructions & Owner's Manual

Wet Sounds
Brand
Wet Sounds
Model
HT-AS-10
Category
Home audio sets
Type
Installation Instructions & Owner's Manual
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HT-AS-10
Active
Subwoofer
Enclosure
Installation
Instructions
I Owner's Manual
HT-AS1 0 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 amplifier will need to draw large levels
of
current that cannot be provided by any circuit
in
the vehicle's
fuse box. We recommend using a min
of
8 gauge (4ga is preferred) power wire for your connections . Strip one
end
of
the wire to connect to the terminal on the amplifier marked +BATT. Loosen the screw terminal 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
short circuits and/or power surges.
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
GND and then connect it to the negative
of
the battery.
Connect
the
remote
terminal
of
the
amplifier
to
a
switchable
+12V
source.
This connection allows the amplifier to be turned on and off with the power control
of
the radio. If the radio has a
REMOTE output terminal, connect it to the amplifier's terminal marked REM (using a 16 gauge wire
or
heavier).
Now when the radio is turned on, the amplifier will automatically turn on.
Connect
the
RCA
output
of
the
head
unit
to
the RCA
input
terminals
of
the
amplifier.
To
make these connections, we recommend using high quality RCA cable. Run signal wires away from electrical
wires to avoid possibility
of
induced noise from the car's electrical system (i.e. popping noises
or
engine noise).
PHASE
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To
adjust the 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
installs will be in phase
REMOTE LEVEL
CONTROLLER
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BATTERY
+12V
Select Lo when using
RCA input.
Select
Hi
when using
speaker level 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 RCA cable. Most
installs will use RCA input
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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
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TURN
ON
SwiTCH
The
"REM"
setting is the best
way
to turn the unit on and off but if you
do
not have a
REMOTE
output wire from your
head-unit then you
will
need to use either the
"AUDIO"
or
"DC OFFSET"
setting.
Not
all
head-units are the same
this is
why
we
provide three different Turn On options.
You will need to select the setting that works best with your
head-unit.
(The
AUDIO
&
DC
OFFSET
setting are to be used with the Hi-level connections below.
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The
"REM"
setting is used when
your
head-unit has a
+12V
output wire.
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The
"DC OFFSET"
setting senses the voltage change when the head-unit is turned on and off
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oFFSET
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_and
does not depend on music as the
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 any head-unit.
In
this setting the amplifier will
only turn on when it senses music, so even
if
your
head-unit is on but at
"0" volume the amplifier will
not turn on. Must use
RCA
input for
this setting.
HI-LEVEL
CoNNECTIONS
If
your
head-unit does not have
RCA
connections then you
will
need to use the Hi-level input connector (provided)
First locate
eitheryourfront
or
rear
speaker
wires.
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Connect the White wire to the
Left+
speaker wire.
Connect the White
I
Black wire to
the
Left-
speaker wire.
Connect the
Gray
wire to the
Right+
speaker wire.
Connect the
Gray
I
Black wire to the
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 to the 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
Fine tune the amplifier's input sensitivity.
GAIN
The gain sensitivity control for the amplifier is located on the front
panel.
This gain control has
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been
included to allow adjustment to properly match the output
of
the radio. This is one
of
the most
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misunderstood adjustments. By rotating the control in the clockwise direction, the amplifier's
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input
will
become more sensitive and the music
will
play louder. This is not a volume control and
you will not get more
power
out
of
the amplifier in the maximum position!
It
may seem
to deliver more output, but
actually the system is only playing louder faster as you turn the volume control on the
radio. Ideally,
to properly
level
match the system the goal is to achieve maximum output from the amplifier without
distortion at about
314
of
the
volume
control.
To
determine if the amplifier's gain is set properly, turn the system on and
slowly
increase the 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. If
you are unable to achieve
314
volume before distortion you will
need to
adjust the gain control (in this case you would reduce the gain). The gain control
should
be adjusted very slowly.
It
may
help to have another person to assist you
by
adjusting the gain controls while you
listen
for distortion.
0
. .
50Hz 200Hz
BASS
0
.
.
OdB
12dB
ADJUSTING
THE
X-OVER
AND
BAss
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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
1 OVDC-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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Wet Sounds HT-AS-10 Installation Instructions & Owner's Manual

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Brand
Wet Sounds
Model
HT-AS-10
Category
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Type
Installation Instructions & Owner's Manual
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