Kicker Comp 10"
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1. KICKER COMPSUEWOOFER C15 C12 C10 C8 2007 Stillwater Designs PERFORMANCE COMPSUBWOOFER Owner sManual KICKER Models C15 C12 C10 C8 Authorized Kicker Dealer Congratulations on your KICKER purchase Purchase Date Please record your purchase information and keep your sales receipt for validation of warranty Subwoofer Model Number Subwoofer Serial Number The Kicker Comp subwoofers were specially designed for Livin Loud out in the harsh automotive environment Comp subwoofers are extremely versatile excel in a sealed or vented box and surpass the competition on an infinite baffle free air installation They are made of advanced materials and construction techniques to maintain optimal performance for years to come Performance Model C8 C10 C12 C15 Nominal Impedance Zn ohm 4 or8 4or8 4or8 4or8 Resonance Frequency fs Hz 40 2 29 4 26 5 21 7 Power Handling Watts Peak RMS 200 100 300 150 300 150 500 250 Sensitivity SPLo dB 1W 1m 85 6 87 3 89 1 90 2 Effective Excursion EXmax in mm 34 8 76 38 9 76 38 9 76 AS 11 53 DC Resistance Re ohm 3 98 3 10 3 69 3 32 Mechanical Q Factor Qms 10 00 9 65 9 61 11 20 Electrical Q Factor Qes 544 473 447 397 Total Q Factor Ots 516 451 427 389 Equivalent Volume Vas ft L 69 19 54 2 27 64 38 AS 127 65 9 61 272 33 Net Displacement in cc 38 620 60 982 105 1719 199 3257 Outer2. 2 1 5 total MDF wall thickness x 16 x 1 ft 1728 ins 45 ft and add this number to the internal volume of the enclosure C12 s 1 75 ft 45 ft 2 20 ft See Figure 4 Due to the necessary length of these ports you may want to fold the port along the bottom and back walls It will be impractical to use round ports for these designs Do not install a port opening against a solid surface such as an internal brace back panel or trunk wall seat or interior panel of your vehicle The port opening must remain unobstructed Use the smallest dimension of the rectangular port as the minimum amount of space between the port opening and any solid surface to insure unrestricted airflow COMPSUBWOOFER If you prefer an ultra smooth bass response you should loosely fill your Comp enclosure with poly fil stuffing Ported designs will require covering the end of the port located inside the box with grill cloth chicken wire or expanded metal to prevent the poly fil from exiting the port The use of poly fil will slightly decrease efficiency but will deepen and extend the low frequency output For more advice on box building refer to your Authorized Kicker Dealer or click on the Support tab on the Kicker homepage www kicker com Choose the Technical Manuals link and then download or view the corresponding information Please E mail support kicker com or call Technical Services 405 624 8583 for specific or unanswered qu
3. VentedEnclosureApplications Ported Comps Absolutely and with a vengeance These enclosures incorporate massive slot loaded rectangular ports with ultra low air velocity for ground pounding street bass that will make your skin bounce on your bones These boxes are the enclosure of choice for outrageous street bass and high performance SPL contests If space is not a problem and you want to get the most from your Comp try one of these ported designs You will not be disappointed The ported Compact design increases bass efficiency and fits in many space limited applications Although it is the smallest recommended ported enclosure the output from 30 to 80 Hz will be considerably higher than that of any sealed box The SPL Deep Bass ported design has even more Output in this crucial frequency band The SPL Deep Bass is the largest and most efficient enclosure design The SPL Deep Bass delivers the sonic output needed to win SPL contests and it produces bass notes all the way down to the cella This design turns heads and jump starts your heart Model VentedCompact MinimumEnclosureVolume VentedSPL DeepBass MaximumEnclosureVolume C8 66ft 18 7L port displacement 1 5 x 8 3 8x20 3cm port 18 45 7cm long Power Handling 55W RMS 1 2 ft 34L port displacement 1 5 x 8 3 8x20 3cm port 12 25 31 1cm long Power Handling 55W RMS C10 1 25 ft3 35 4L port displacement 1 75 ft 49 6L por
4. 35 4L Power Handling 250W RMS 3 5 ft 99 1L Power Handling 150W RMS C15 2 25 ft 63 7L Power Handling 250W RMS 5 0 ft 141 6L Power Handling 250W RMS Panel Dimensions for CompactSealedEnclosures using 3 4 1 9cm thick MDF Model Volume ft L Panel A in cm Panel B in cm Panel C in cm C8 5 14 2 11x11 27 9x27 9 11x9 5 27 9x24 1 9 5x9 5 24 1x24 1 C10 1 0 28 3 13 5x13 5 34 3x34 3 13 5x12 34 3x30 5 12x12 30 5x30 5 C12 1 25 55 4 14 5x14 5 36 8x36 8 14 5x13 36 8x33 13x13 33x33 C15 2 25 63 7 17 25x17 25 43 8x43 8 17 25x15 75 43 8x40 15 75x15 75 40x40 Figure 1 Front Sound M Rear Seat Carefully mount loudspeakers in the trunk space or in other compartments of the vehicle Pay attention to cable lines trunk springs hinges and seat mechanisms that could cause problems with the operation of the vehicle or stereo system Carefully lay the stereo system cables pay attention to seat fasteners and other items that could harm the cables Comp Subwoofer Covered by one or more of the following patents U S Pat s 6 61 1 604 6 731 773 D473 216 D456 386 D449 293 D355 193 Taiwan Pat 162 154 Other U S and foreign patents pending Please allow two weeks of break in time for the subwoofer to reach optimum performance To get the best performance from your new Kicker subwoofers we recommend using genuine Kicker Accessories and Wiring NOLLVTTVLSNI e K lt A J 5
5. Frame Diameter in cm 8 1 2 21 6 10 11416 27 1 12 1 2 31 7 15 3 8 39 Hole Cut Out Diameter in cm 7 1 16 18 9 1 4 23 5 11 1 8 28 3 13 7 8 35 2 Mounting Depth in cm 4 1 8 10 4 4 13 16 12 3 5 13 16 14 8 7 3 8 18 8 InfiniteBaffleMounting The infinite baffle mounting method effectively utilizes the rear deck and trunk space of most sedan type vehicles The Comp subwoofer does not require a sealed enclosure for thump in performance Carefully install the subwoofer in the baffle Mark the rear deck or parcel shelf for the hole cut out diameter of the subwoofer and cut the hole The rear deck may need to be reinforced to help hold the weight of the subwoofer and to keep it from flexing during playback Mount 3 4 1 9 cm thick MDF Medium Density Fiberboard to the bottom of the deck Mark the MDF and cut the holes If MDF is not available in your area use high grade plywood It is important to isolate the sound coming off the front of the subwoofer from the sound radiating from the back of the subwoofer This isolation is usually accomplished by using the driver in a factory speaker location or in a location with a semi isolated rear chamber See Figure 1 Note All specifications and performance figures are subject to change Measurements based on 4 ohm voice coil models Please visit the www kicker com for the most current information COMPSUBWOOFER SealedEnclosureApplications The Comp generates more sound pressu
6. des niveaux sonores pouvant endommager l ou e de fa on irr versible L augmentation du volume d un systeme jusqu un niveau pr sentant une distorsion audible endommage davantage l ou e que l coute d un systeme sans distorsion au m me volume Le seuil de la douleur est toujours le signe que le niveau sonore est trop lev et risque d endommager l ou e de fa on irr versible Reglez le volume en faisant prevue de bon sens L expression carburant pour vivre plein pot fait reference au dynamisme de la marque Kicker d quipements audio pour v hicules et a pour but d encourager nos clients a faire le maximum vivre plein pot dans tous les aspects de leur vie Les haut parleurs et amplificateurs Kicker sont les meilleurs dans le domaine des quipements audio et repr sentent donc pour nos client le carburant pour vivre plein pot dans l aspect installation audio de v hicule de leur vie Nous encourageons tous nos clients a respecter toutes les lois et reglementations locales relatives aux niveaux sonores acceptables a l ext rieur des v hicules P O Box 459 e Stillwater Oklahoma 74076 e U S A e 405 624 8510 03262007 07Comp
7. e a current authorized dealer window decal If it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise directly to Stillwater Designs Kicker call the Kicker Customer Service Department at 405 624 8510 for a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Package all defective items in the original container or in a package that will prevent shipping damage and return to Stillwater Designs 5021 North Perkins Road Stillwater OK 74075 The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package Please return only defective components The return of functioning items increases your return freight charges Non defective items will be returned freight collect to you Include a copy of the original receipt with the purchase date clearly visible and a proof of purchase statement listing the Customer s name Dealer s name and invoice number and product purchased Warranty expiration on items without proof of purchase will be determined from the type of sale and manufacturing date code Freight must be prepaid items sent freight collect or COD will be refused WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed It does not cover o Damage due to improper installation Subsequent damage to other components Damage caused by exposure to moisture excessive heat chemical cleaners and or UV radiation Damage through negligence misuse accident or abuse Repeated r
8. estions Figure 3 D 3 x3 forC15 C12 D 2 x2 forC10 C8 Pro Tip You are one ZX Mono Amplifier and a few cables away from a slamm in system The Kicker ZX line of mono amplifiers make it easy to upgrade to rock solid bass with your existing or stock source unit Please ask your dealer about the Kicker ZX Amplifier upgrades NOLLV TIVLSNI The displacement of the port must be calculated and added to the internal volume of the final design The dimensions for X Y and Z may vary based on the thickness of the material used to make the port A Note on PowerHandlingCapacity Comp subwoofers will handle massive amounts of power in any of the recommended enclosures minimum or maximum The smaller enclosures are best for use in limited space applications The larger recommended enclosures will yield slightly more bass at the lowest frequencies The infinite baffle free air mounting method will handle moderate amounts of power and take up less trunk or passenger space Note The use of a subsonic filter will significantly increase the power handling The power handling specifications in these charts are calculated using a 25Hz 24dB per octave subsonic filter 5 WARRANTY AcousticsLimitedWarranty Kicker warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of THREE 3 MONTHS from date of original purchase with receipt When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer it is
9. eturns for the same damage may be considered abuse Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product Speakers damaged due to amplifier clipping or distortion Items previously repaired or modified by any unauthorized repair facility Return shipping on non defective items Products with tampered or missing barcode labels Products returned without a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Freight Damage The cost of shipping product to Kicker Service performed by anyone other than Kicker O O O O O O O O O O O O HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE Kicker strives to maintain a goal of 24 hour service for all acoustics Subwoofers midrange and coaxial drivers tweeters crossovers etc returns Delays may be incurred if lack of replacement inventory or parts is encountered Failure to follow these steps may void your warranty Any questions can be directed to the Kicker Customer Service Department at 405 624 8510 COMPSUBWOOFER InternationalWarranty Contact your International Kicker dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country s warranty policies WARNING KICKER products are capable of producing sound levels that can permanently damage your hearing Turning up a system to a level that has audible distortion is more damaging to your ears than listening to an undistorted system at the same volume level The threshold of pain is always an indicator that the sound level is too loud and may pe
10. n internationalen Kicker Fachhandler oder Vertrieb Kontakt auf um Details Uber die Garantieleistungen in Ihrem Land zu erfahren WARNUNG KICKER Treiber k nnen einen Schallpegel erzeugen der zu permanenten Geh rsch den f hren kann Wenn Sie ein System auf einen Pegel stellen der h rbare Verzerrungen erzeugt schadet das Ihren Ohren mehr als ein nicht verzerrtes System auf dem gleichen Lautst rkepegel Die Schmerzschwelle ist immer eine Anzeige daf r dass der Schallpegel zu laut ist und zu permanenten Geh rsch den f hren kann Seien Sie bei der Lautst rkeeinstellung bitte vern nftig Der Slogan Treibstoff f r Livin Loud bezieht sich auf die mit den Kicker Autostereosystemen assoziierte Lebensfreude und die Tatsache dass wir unsere Kunden ermutigen in allen Aspekten ihres Lebens nach dem Besten Livin Loud zu streben Die Lautsprecher und Verst rker von Kicker sind auf dem Markt f r Auto Soundsysteme f hrend und stellen somit den Treibstoff f r das Autostereoerlebnis unserer Kunden dar Wir empfehlen allen unseren Kunden sich bez glich der zugelassenen und passenden Lautst rkepegel au erhalb des Autos an die rtlichen L rmvorschriften zu halten GARANTIE INTERNATIONALE VersionFrancaise Pour connaitre les proc dures propres a la politique de garantie de votre pays contactez votre revendeur ou distributeur International Kicker AILNVaVS AVERTISSEMENT Les haut parleurs Kicker ont la capacit de produire
11. re than competing subwoofers on the market and excels when used in the recommended sealed boxes These sealed enclosure designs give the smoothest response with increased energy at the lowest frequencies 20 to 30Hz These designs deliver massive amounts of highly accurate bass and can be driven with punishing levels of amplifier power The Comp high performance suspension system can operate in a larger sealed enclosure This maximum enclosure volume application is ideal for SQ ultra sound quality installations The SQ enclosure generates a very flat resoonse curve and superbly extends the subbass response Comp woofers perform well in any size sealed enclosure between the Compact and SQ volume recommendations These systems will exhibit benefits of both designs Compact produces high impact bass and SQ generates low bass frequency protraction Overall the system will sound more like the recommended enclosure design it is closest to in enclosure volume These enclosure recommendations have been calculated with the airspace inside the enclosure and include the displacement of the woofer All sealed enclosure airspace should be filled to 50 loose poly fil polyester fiberfill stuffing Model SealedCompact MininumEnclosureVolume SealedSQ MaximumEnclosureVolume C8 5 ft 14 2L Power Handling 100W RMS 1 2 ft 34L Power Handling 100W RMS C10 1 0 ft 28 3L Power Handling 150W RMS 2 4 ft 68L Power Handling 150W RMS C12 1 25 ft
12. rmanently damage your hearing Please use common sense when controlling volume GARANTIA INTERNACIONAL VersionEspanol Comuniquese con su concesionario o distribuidor Kicker internacional para obtener infor aci n sobre procedimientos especificos relacionados con las normas de garantia de su pais ADVERTENCIA Los excitadores Kicker son capaces de producir niveles de sonido que pueden danar permanentemente el o do Subir el volumen del sistema hasta un nivel que produzca distorsi n es mas da ino para el oido que escuchar un sistema sin distorsi n al mismo volumen El dolor es siempre una indicaci n de que el sonido es muy fuerte y que puede danar permanentemente el oido Sea precavido cuando controle el volumen La frase combustible para vivir la vida Livin Loud a todo volumen se refiere al entusiasmo por la vida que la marca Kicker de est reos de autom vil representa y a la recomendaci n a nuestros clientes de que vivan lo mejor posible a todo volumen en todo sentido La linea de altavoces y amplificadores Kicker es la mejor del mercado de audio de autom viles y por lo tanto representa el combustible para vivir a todo volumen en el area de estereos de autom vil de la vida de nuestros clientes Recomendamos a todos nuestros clientes que obedezcan todas las reglas y reglamentos locales sobre ruido en cuanto a los niveles legales y apropiados de audici n fuera del vehiculo INTERNATIONALE GARANTIE DeutscheVersion Nehmen Sie mit Ihre
13. t displacement 1 5 x 10 5 3 8x26 7cm port 14 5 86 8cm long 1 5 x 10 5 3 8X26 6m port 13 25 33 7cm long Power Handling 150W RMS Power Handling 150W RMS C12 1 75 ft 49 6L port displacement 2 25 ft 63 7L port displacement 2 x 12 5 5 1x31 8cm port 16 40 6cm long 2 x 12 5 5 1x31 8cm port 16 375 41 6cm long Power Handling 150W RMS Power Handling 150W RMS C15 3 0 ft 85 0L port displacement 4 0 ft 113 3L port displacement 2 75 x 15 5 7x39 4cm port 17 43 2cm long 3 x 15 5 7 6x39 4cm port 16 5 41 9cm long Power Handling 250W RMS Power Handling 250W RMS BoxBuildingNotes Use 3 4 1 9cm or thicker MDF medium density fiberboard and seal the joints with silicone Use the template inside your Comp s shipping carton to mark the mounting hole then cut directly on the line These designs need internal bracing Add triangular bracing between each of the larger unsupported panels See Figure 3 All the cubic feet L measurements in this manual include the displacement of the woofer For the vented enclosures the displacement of the port must be calculated and added to the internal volume of the final design Use the outer dimensions of the port and multiply X x Y x Z convert to cubic feet for example the C12 vented compact design s external port dimensions are using 3 4 1 9cm MDF 12 5 1 5 total MDF wall thickness x
14. warranted for ONE 1 YEAR from date of original purchase with receipt In all cases you must have the original receipt Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warranty period Kicker will repair or replace at its discretion the defective merchandise with equivalent merchandise at no charge Warranty replacements may have cosmetic scratches and blemishes Discontinued products may be replaced with more current equivalent products This warranty is valid only for the original purchaser and is not extended to owners of the product subsequent to the original purchaser Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to a period of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail and no warranties whether express or implied shall apply to this product thereafter Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties therefore these exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights however you may have other rights that vary from state to state WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE Defective merchandise should be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs Kicker Dealer for warranty service Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be found at www kicker com or by contacting Stillwater Designs directly You can confirm that a dealer is authorized by asking to se
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