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THANKYOU for choosing an Infinity ReferenceDepending on the size of the vehicleOs interior lis-Reference Series subwoofers are optimized Because vented enclosures require the volume
Series subwoofer. Reference Series subwooferstening space, reproduced bass frequencies belowto perform best in small sealed, vented and of the enclosure and the size of the port to have a
are designed to suit a broad range of mobile-80Hz are boosted by nearly 12dB per octave asprefabricated bandpass enclosures. While specific relationship with the characteristics of the
audio applications and can be used in a wide frequency decreases in the car. NOTE:This effect,infinite-baffle mounting of Reference Series woofer, the enclosure must be built exactly to the
variety of enclosure types to produce extended,known as the vehicleOs transfer function, plays subs is possible, power handling will be greatly specifications provided. While there are some
powerful bass in a limited amount of vehiclean important part in shaping the overall in-carcompromised because thereOs no enclosed prefabricated vented boxes available, matching
space. To ensure maximum subwoofer perfor-response and is displayed graphically along withvolume of air to prevent the speakerOs cone a prefabricated box to a particular woofer is
mance, we strongly recommend that installationfreespace response on the enclosed data sheetfrom moving past its limit. For this reason, we difficult. If you wish to use a vented enclosure,
be left to a qualified professional. Although thesefor your Reference subwoofer.do not recommend infinite-baffle mounting forwe strongly recommend having your authorized
instructions explain how to install a ReferenceReference Series subwoofers.Infinity dealer build it or verify that your design
Series subwoofer in a general sense, they do notis correct if you wish to build it yourself. An
show box-construction details or exact installationYou should choose the enclosure you will useoptimum vented enclosure is always larger than
methods for your particular vehicle. If you do notbased on the type of music you listen to, howthe optimum sealed box for the same woofer and
feel you have the necessary experience, do notmuch amplifier power you will use for the will require more space inside the vehicle.
attempt the installation yourself, but instead asksubwoofer and how much space inside the
your authorized Infinity dealer about professionalvehicle you can devote to a subwoofer enclosure.Bandpass enclosures often provide the most
installation options.output available from any amplifier and
Because a sealed enclosure provides the mostsubwoofer combination at the expense of sonic
Remember to keep your sales receipt with thiscontrol over the wooferOs movement, a wooferaccuracy. If sheer SPL (sound-pressure level) is
manual in a safe place so both are available formounted in a sealed enclosure will handle morewhat you desire most, choose a bandpass
future reference.power than a woofer mounted in another enclosure. Bandpass-enclosure design is very
enclosure type. Sealed enclosures provide moretricky and the aid of a computer and enclosure
WARNING: Playing loud music in an automobileaccurate sonic reproduction than other enclosuredesign software is necessary. If you are an
can permanently damage your hearing, as well astypes, so they are well suited to all types ofexperienced installer or have some woodworking
hinder your ability to hear traffic. The maximummusic. Sealed-enclosure construction is straight-experience, you may wish to build the enclosure
volume levels achievable with Infinity speakers,forward and there are many prefabricated sealeddescribed in the enclosure design sheet included
combined with high power amplification, mayenclosures available. Optimum sealed enclosureswith this woofer. Fortunately, there are many
exceed safe levels for extended listening. We are always smaller than other types of enclosuresprefabricated bandpass boxes available and
recommend using low volume levels when optimized for a particular speaker, so they requirethey are all optimized to extract the most output
driving. Infinity accepts no liability for hearingthe smallest amount of space inside the vehicle.possible from any woofer. Bandpass enclosures
loss, bodily injury or property damage as a resultcan be quite large and may require a lot of space
of use or misuse of this product.Vented enclosures provide better efficiency in inside your vehicle.
the 40Hz�50Hz range but this efficiency comes
at the expense of sound in the lowest octave
below 40Hz
and power handling. If you are using a small
amplifier, a vented box will provide more bass
output from less power. Vented enclosures are
also well suited to a variety of music types.
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