AudioBahn DUB200, DUB500 Owner's Manual

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TThe Audiobahn Way

through sound and vision from an orientation of integrity and
customer service. We make you look as good as you sound. We strive to
take car audio to an extreme the world has never seen, and a world
that never stops evolving.

mind, "Build it Bigger, Badder, & Better, and the people will take

notice!"

brought home several Innovations, Design & Engineering Showcase
Awards, and a marketing team from around the world that spends
countless hours developing our no compromise products to satisfy
the most discriminating enthusiasts.

highest level of quality control awarded in the electronics
manufacturing industry), fully robotic assembly lines and a state of
the art, California based R & D laboratory.

goal to participate in even more events this year, we created *"TEAM
AUDIOBAHN." This organization is designed to create a support network
along with shirts and perks for team members. "TEAM AUDIOBAHN" is not
only for the diehard competitor, but also for anyone that loves car
audio as much as we do. With four levels of play, one is right for you
to get started in the Audiobahn family.

above and beyond the rest of the pack by going that extra mile to
help you out. Whether you happen to be a veteran competitor, or a
beginner car audio enthusiast that does not know a voice coil from a
spider. We are all here to help you get the best system you can with
what you have.

To bring the product to market that excites the consumer

Audiobahn was established in 1997 with one long-term goal in

We back this statement with an engineering team that has

Our global manufacturing facilities feature ISO9002 ratings (the

Due to overwhelming response from our competitors, and our

Our Technical Department and entire staff look to strive

Judge for yourself, and remember what it's all about,

not Bigger, Badder & Better, it's not Audiobahn." If audio is your
life, Audiobahn is the brand for you! We make you look as good
as you sound. People never stop trying to get the best
product, so we will never stop making it.

*To learn more about "TEAM AUDIOBAHN" please give us a call, see our
website at www.audiobahninc.com, or email us at [e-mail] to learn
about all the details.

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Introduction

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of the worlds finest brand
of car audio products. Here at DUB audio we are devoted to making
our musical reproduction the very best, and we are pleased you
have chosen our product. Through years of engineering expertise,
hand craftsmanship, and critical testing procedures, we have
created a wide range of products that reproduce music with all
the clarity and richness you deserve.

For maximum performance we recommend you have your DUB audio
product installed by an Authorized DUB audio Dealer. Please read
your warranty, keep your receipt, and original carton for possible
future use.

To get a free brochure on DUB audio products in the U.S. call (714)
988-0400 or e-mail us at www.dubaudioseries.com

WARNING

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over
100 dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered
autosound systems may produce sound pressure levels
well over 135dB. Need we say more! Use common sense.

If after reading this manual, you still have questions
regarding your product, we recommend that you see your
nearest DUB audio Dealer. A list of Authorized DUB audio
Dealers can be found on our web page. If you need further
assistance, feel free to call us at [phone] and ask for the
Technical Department. Be sure to have the model number, date
of purchase, and invoice number available when you call.

The model number can be located on the outside of the carton.
Record this in the space provided below along with the date of
purchase. It is a good idea to keep your receipt with this, as you
will need it in the case of a warranty repair or exchange.

Model Number:___________________

Date of Purchase: _____________________

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Table of Contents

Introduction
Getting Started
Woofer Introduction
Woofer Features
Theile / Small Parameters
Box Parameters
Graphical Response Curves
Enclosure and Setup
Troubleshooting
Warning and Disclaimer
Warranty

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Getting Started

WWelcome to DUB audio This manual has been designed to
provide information for the owner, salesperson, and installer.
For those of you who want quick information on how to
install this product, please turn to the installation section of
this manual. Other information can be located by using the
table of contents. We at Audiobahn have worked very hard to
make sure that all of the information in this manual is current,
but, as we are costantly finding new ways to improve our
product, this information is subject to change without notice.
All updated information can be found on our web page in the
technical support section.

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Woofer Introduction

AAudiobahn woofers are a low frequency driver designed primarily for use in
small sealed or vented enclosures depending on the model of sub. Please check
the specifications in this manual, our website at www.audiobahninc.com , or call us
at 714-988-0400 or 800-488-8595. As specifications and parameters are subject to
change, we highly advise always checking our web site or calling us for the most
current information. By utilizing the latest materials and construction design
and techniques, we are able to offer a subwoofer with optimized low frequency
response.

Woofer

Audiobahn Dual 4 Ohm Coil
High Excursion Sub
Audiobahn Sticker
Installation & Owner's Manual
Wipe Towel
Registration and Warranty Card

Technical Design Features

Cast

The dual voice coil woofers use a polished chrome steel stamped basket. This
ensures a perfect alignment on each and every woofer.

Glass Fiber Composite Laminated

The cone material is a KM3 Coated laminated paper. This provides the necessary
combination of weight and strength and allows for extreme levels of output
without causing cone failure. The increased rigidity of the cone also helps lower
distortion levels.

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Woofer Features

22inch Rubber Surround

The 2 inch rubber surround prov id es t he c on si st ent support
necessary for the linear m o ti on o f th e sp ea ke r co ne . In
addition, the inheren t da mp in g ca pa bi li ties eliminates the
transmission of sonic disturbances between the cone and the
frame of the speaker. This greatly improves the clarity of the
speakers frequency re sp on se .

Flat Spider

The speakers linear compl ia nc e is b al an ce d th rough the use
of a flat spider design. A flat spid er p ro vi de s sy mm et rical
control of the voice coil throu gh i t' s co ne e xc ur si on. Linear
cone excursion reduce s ha rm on ic d is to rt ion for improved
sound quality. This allow s fo r re du ce d me ch an ical distortion
for better sound quality.

Chrome Finish

Chrome has long been an industr y st an da rd i n te rm s of
durability in protect iv e me ta l fi ni sh es . We have spared no
expense in this area, and not on l y is i t a p r ot ec ti ve f in is h, but it
is also a great addition to any plexi style enclosure.

Convex Dust Cap

The use of a convex dust cap is used to increas e th e co ne
rigidity and improve powe r ha nd li ng b y fo rc in g more air
through the voice coil. Ad d ed b en ef it s in cl ude smooth
frequency response.

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