Infinity Beta Ten 10" Subwoofer User's Manual
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1. box above the tuned frequency but more difficult to build properly For frequencies below the tuned range output is less ened due to sound cancellation and there is a 180 degree phase shift at the tuned frequency Other draw backs are the increased box size for the added port and diminished power handling due to woofer over excur sion at frequencies below the tuned frequency A single reflex band pass enclosure counteracts the sound cancellation properties in vented designs by iso lating the subwoofer from the port within its own enclo sure It offers higher power handling and an automatic band pass response to help roll off higher frequencies However it has a 180 degree phase shift at the tuned frequency Also complexity and size are increased due to separate front and rear chambers and it requires adding substantial midbass drivers elsewhere in the car We recommend a sealed enclosure for the Beta Ten Depending on your taste in music you can select a box volume for a flat enhanced or extended bass response see graphs on right The flat response is optimum for all enclosures and types of music The enhanced sealed box provides a tighter bass great for rock and rap An enhanced vented box has increased output but with diminished transient response and power handling The extended sealed box is more efficient at the lowest fre quencies providing added bass boost for jazz and classi cal music but with diminished p2. is desired reduce box volume by 20 L length see responses below Beta Ten side view lacunae D diameter see responses below Veoxe Box Vol Front see below Veoxr Box Volume Rear see responses below dB Normalized Close Field In Car Veoxe 0 36 ft Veoxn 0 45 ft L 6 60 D 3 00 Freq 10 50 100 500 1k Hz Beta Ten Band Pass Enclosure Flat Response dB Normalized Vpoxr 0 30 ft Veoxn 0 42 ft L 6 30 D 3 00 Freq 10 50 100 500 1k Hz Beta Ten Band Pass Enclosure Enhanced Response dB Normalized Close Field In Car Veoxe 0 45 ft Vpoxn 0 65 ft L 6 25 D 3 00 Freq 10 50 100 500 1k Hz Beta Ten Band Pass Enclosure Extended Response If filling is desired reduce box volume by 20
3. HANDLING FREQUENCY RESPONSE NOMINAL IMPEDANCE 10 254 0 mm 93 dB 250 Was 20 500 Hz 4 ons DIMENSIONS 4 mounting depth 4 75 120 65 mm T uenn ZS CUtout diameter 9 37 238 00 mm outer diameter 10 70 271 78 mm A fi Infinity Systems Inc e 20630 Nordhoff Street SOMOTIAIQY Chatsworth CA 91311 USA e VOICE 818 407 0228 FAX 818 709 9486 SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE TRADE OFFS BETA TEN SEALED ENCLOSURE BETA TEN VENTED ENCLOSURE BETA TEN SINGLE REFLEX BAND Pass ENCLOSURE Subwoofer enclosures are classified as sealed acoustic suspension or ported bass reflex and can be built in many configurations Here we discuss three popular box types and encourage you to compare their response curves noting the differences in Beta Ten output level and frequency response versus volume in sealed vent ed and single reflex band pass enclosures A sealed enclosure is the smallest and simplest to build with high power handling good phase coherence and the most predictable response at the expense of some what diminished sound output If amplifier power is not a concern this is the best choice for most systems pro viding the highest output at the lowest frequencies A vented enclosure adds a port or vent tuned to the speaker s resonance in the box to help boost sound out put by tuning the rear sound waves so they add to the front ones It is more efficient than a sealed
4. LIMITED WARRANTY THREE YEARS Beta Series Automotive Speakers Electronics HOW LONG IS THIS WARRANTY This warranty remains in effect for three years from date of purchase WHO IS PROTECTED BY THIS WARRANTY This warranty protects the original owner and is not transferable providing that the product has been pur chased in the United States The original dated bill of sale from an authorized Infinity dealer must be present ed whenever warranty service is required For warranty service outside the United States contact the Infinity distributor in the country where the product was purchased WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Except as specified below this warranty covers all defects in materials and workmanship The following are not covered damage caused by accident misuse abuse product modification or neglect damage occurring during shipment damage from failure to follow instructions contained in the instruction manual damage resulting from the performance of repairs by someone not authorized by Infinity or any claims based on mis representations by the seller This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages It does not cover the cost of removing or reinstalling the unit You are responsible for transporting your product for repair However Infinity will pay return charges if the repair is covered under warranty Outside the United States please contact your local distributor This warranty gives you specific lega
5. age Keep your original dated bill of sale in case warranty service is required IMPORTANT Installation of automotive stereo components can require extensive experience in dealing with a variety of electrical and mechanical procedures including subwoofer box building Although these instructions explain how to install a Beta Subwoofer in a general sense they do not show the exact instal lation methods for your particular vehicle If you do not have the experience do not attempt the installation yourself instead ask your Authorized Infinity Car Audio Dealer about professional installation options PRECAUTIONS e Always wear protective eyewear when using tools e Turn off all audio systems and other electrical devices before starting the installation e Disconnect the negative lead from your vehi cle s battery a ae 0 ee a INSTRUCTIONS e Locate and note all fuel lines hydraulic brake lines and electrical wiring Use extreme caution when cutting or drilling in and around these areas e Check clearances on both sides of a planned mounting surface before drilling any holes or installing any screws THIELE SMALL PARAMETERS FREE AIR RESONANCE COMPLIANCE VOLUME MecHanicaL Q ELECTRICAL Q Tomar Q Maximum Excursion Voice Coi Dc RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS F Hz Vag FT Vag LITERS Ons Os Ors Xmax IN Xmax MM R OHMS DIAMETER Sensitivity 2 83 V 1m Power
6. l rights You may also have other rights which vary from state to state Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above may not apply to you PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AND RETAIN FOR YOUR RECORDS Product Name Model Number Store Name And Phone Date of Purchase Aw fi H Infinity Systems Inc e 20630 Nordhoff Street vg N IN f Chatsworth CA 91311 USA e VOICE 818 407 0228 e FAX 818 709 9486 Printed In Japan Winfini CAR AUDIO Thank you for purchasing an Infinity Beta Ten 10 Subwoofer You ve selected a premium product that offers superior performance and advanced materials resulting from over 25 years of loud speaker design This Infinity product is made with our ongoing dedication to create the best consumer audio products possible As a result you can expect your new Beta Subwoofer to provide you with many years of listening enjoyment We have included three enclosure types sealed vented and single reflex bandpass with three dif ferent alignments i e tuning preferences for each box Please refer to the discussion in Subwoofer Enclosure Trade Offs and associated performance graphs on the inside pages to select a desired enclosure type and alignment Each Infinity Beta Ten 10 Subwoofer is covered by our full three year parts and labor warranty see back p
7. ower handling The extended response curve provides the best power han dling for vented enclosures For more help please call Infinity technical support at 800 553 3332 Beta Ten side view Veox Box Volume see responses below dB Normalized 5 4 Vgox 0 50 ft 4 30 7 Free Field 10 500 1k H2 50 100 Beta Ten Sealed Enclosure Flat Response dB Normalized 10 NOT RECOMMENDED 20 30 Freq 10 50 100 500 1k H2 Beta Ten Sealed Enclosure Enhanced Response dB Normalized ae VBox 0 70 ft3 10 50 100 500 1k H2 Beta Ten Sealed Enclosure Extended Response If filling is desired reduce box volume by 20 Freq Freq see responses below Beta Ten side view lt _ Veox Box Volume D dlamoter see responses below eee elow dB Normalized Close Field In Car Veox 0 60 ft L 6 50 D 2 50 20 30 Freq 10 50 100 500 1k Hz Beta Ten Vented Enclosure Flat Response dB Normalized 0 NI Close Field e 10 In Car Pa j Vgox 1 00 ft 20 a L 3 75 D 3 00 Freq 10 50 100 500 1k Hz Beta Ten Vented Enclosure Enhanced Response dB Normalized Close Field D7 Set In Car Fi 10 Vgox 0 82 ft A r L 7 80 D 3 00 4 30 af Free Field Sag 10 50 100 500 1k Hz Beta Ten Vented Enclosure Extended Response If filling
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