Dual XOBP12D User Manual

INSTALLATION/OWNERS MANUAL

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XOBP12D

PREPARATION

Getting Started

Safety

To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and
follow the instructions in this manual.

If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself,
have it installed by a qualified audio technician.

Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-)
terminal to prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or
possible injury.

Thank you for purchasing the Dual Electronics XOBP12D Bandpass Subwoofer System.

Although Dual has attempted to make sure all of the information contained within this
manual is accurate, please be aware that any part of it is subject to change without notice.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important instructions. Failure to heed these instructions
can result in injury or damage to the unit.

Do not connect Amplifier or any audio source to illumination
inputs. These inputs are designed for 12 volt power only.

Illuminite inputs are designed for 12 volt DC power source only.
Do NOT connect your illuminite product directly to your battery
permanently, as it will cause your battery to discharge. Please use
switched 12 volt source.

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XOBP12D

INSTALLATION

Installation

1. Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before

the installation.

4. Use the highest quality connectors for a reliable installation and to
minimize signal or power loss.

5. Use caution before you drill or cut! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas
tanks, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines or electrical
wiring when working on any vehicle.

6. Never run speaker wires underneath your vehicle. Running speaker wires
inside the vehicle provides the best protection from exhaust heat and
environmental elements.

7. Avoid running wires over, near, or through sharp edged surfaces. We
suggest you also use rubber grommets to protect any wires routed
through metal, especially the firewall.

8. When running the speaker cable from the amplifier, avoid running it near
sources of high current (i.e. wiring harnesses, battery cables).

9. Amp connection: The positive (+) speaker output from the bass amp
connects to the positive (+) terminal, and the negative output (-) connects
to the negative (-) input terminal on the input cup located on the rear of

connects to the positive (+) input, and the negative (ground) connects to

The following installation instructions are very basic. If you feel
unsure about personally installing this speaker system, Dual
recommends aquiring the services of a professional car audio

installation center.

Before installation, please review the following rules:

attempting to install this product.

2. For safety, disconnect the negative terminal from the battery prior to beginning

3. For easier assembly: If additional wiring is required, we recommend
running all wires prior to mounting your speaker in place.

the subwoofer enclosure. DO NOT CONNECT AMP OR ANY AUDIO SOURCE TO
ILLUMINATION INPUTS AS DAMAGE TO LIGHTS WILL OCCUR.

10. Illumination connection: The positive (+) output from your 12V system

the negative (-) input on the input cup located on the rear of the subwoofer
enclosure. Improper 12V polarity will not cause damage to the lights, but they
will not illuminate.