Fusion POWERPLANT PP–SW10E, POWERPLANT PP–SW15E, POWERPLANT PP–SW12E, POWERPLANT PP–SW10H, POWERPLANT PP–SW12H User Manual

POWERPLANT

SUBWOOFER MODELS

PP–SW10E, PP–SW12E, PP–SW15E,
PP–SW10H, PP– SW12H, PP–SW15H

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FUSION CULTURE

There’s no point doing something if no one notices. We’ve always believed
the way to make things happen is by getting noticed. From our product, to our
demo cars, to our events, FUSION is about making some noise.

Now you are ready. Step out of the shadows and announce you’ve arrived in
a world where the old limits are left behind. Where technology is creatively
combined with the latest in product innovation. Where new levels of
entertainment are delivered with outstanding performance and quality. Our
development team create distinctively different products; subwoofers, amplifiers,
speakers and peripherals that redefine what can be done in car audio.

Leave the old behind and push the limits of what can be achieved in car audio.
Make some noise.

For more information about FUSION Car Audio visit our website at www.fusionelectronics.com
or email [e-mail]

POWERPLANT

Explore the limits of car audio and PowerPlant will get you there. FUSION PowerPlant delivers
accurate clear sound reproduction with real power. Push sound further than it’s gone before,
confident that PowerPlant products have been engineered, designed and manufactured to
ensure consistent and reliable performance

To optimise your FUSION experience, we recommend you have your FUSION product installed
by an Authorised FUSION Dealer. Please read the warranty policy, keep your purchase receipt
and original packaging.

If after reading this manual you still have questions regarding this product, please contact
Technical Customer Services via email [e-mail]

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RECORD YOUR PRODUCT DETAILS HERE:

MODEL NUMBER _______________________________ DATE OF PURCHASE______________________

AFFIX RECEIPT HERE

WARNING! Audio Systems can produce sound levels over 135dB. Continuous exposure to sound
pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss!
Please watch for emergency vehicles as warning signals may not be heard. USE COMMON SENSE!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• SUBWOOFER FEATURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 4

• SUBWOOFER THEILE/SMALL PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 5

• SUBWOOFER DIMENSIONS PP-SW10E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 7

• SUBWOOFER DIMENSIONS PP-SW12E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 8

• SUBWOOFER DIMENSIONS PP-SW15E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 9

• SUBWOOFER DIMENSIONS PP-SW10H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 10

• SUBWOOFER DIMENSIONS PP-SW12H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 11

• SUBWOOFER DIMENSIONS PP-SW15H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 12

• ENCLOSURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 13

• ENCLOSURE TEST CURVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 15

• TECH TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 21

• TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg 26

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SUBWOOFER FEATURES

FUSION subwoofers are low frequency drivers capable of delivering extremely high bass
levels from small enclosures. In order to achieve the maximum performance from your new
FUSION Subwoofer, please use one of the recommended sized enclosures that best suits your
application. Sealed and vented enclosure sizes can be found in this manual.

BASKET

PowerPlant Subwoofers feature a uniquely high pressure cast aluminium basket. Development
of the PowerPlant basket allows rigidity and style for any custom install. Finished in a protective
metal black paint and detailed with FUSION green enhancements, the basket displays
impressive strength and style.

CONE ASSEMBLY

Development of the high performance pressed paper cone, creates a dynamic low bass
response and high power performance. The cone is dimple pressed with PowerPlant super
graphic, catering for style, strength and sound performance.

SPIDER

In order to keep the cone assembly balanced and linear, FUSION has used green poly cotton flat
spiders to reduce the mechanical distortion for better sound quality.

VOICE COIL

PowerPlant Subwoofers use dual 4 ohm configuration. This allows a multitude of wiring
combinations for your amplifier system (please see wiring configurations in this manual).
PowerPlant Subwoofers utilise high temperature, multi wound black aluminium voice coils.

EXTENDED POLE PIECE

Recognising that an increased linear magnetic field for the subwoofer encourages a better low
frequency response, FUSION has extended the internal pole piece to achieve this. The extended
pole piece also decreases distortion.

MOTOR STRUCTURE

The motor structure is constructed from the highest strontium magnetic material and capped
with an attractive FUSION back plate. This has enabled increased power handling and larger
excursion. With the additional venting holes we assure consistently strong bass.

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SUBWOOFER THEILE/SMALL PARAMETERS

Subwoofer Parameters PP-SW10E PP-SW12E PP-SW15E

MAX Power Rating (Watts) 750 900 1200

RMS Power Rating (Watts) 250 300 400

Coil Height (Hvc) (mm) 25 25 25

Compliance (Cms) (uM/N) 281.69 248.25 148.67

Cone Area (Sd) 31.41 49.09 80.42

D.C.Coil Resistance (Re) 1.81 1.82 1.79

Electrical Q (Qes) 0.46 0.39 0.56

Force Factor (BL)

9 10.38 10.9

Free Air Resonance (Fs)

31.02 27.64 28.94

Frequency Response (Hz)

25Hz − 500Hz 22Hz − 500Hz 23Hz − 500Hz

Gap Height (Hag) (mm)

8 8 8

Impedance (Nominal)

2 2 2

Inductance (Le) (mH)

0.26 0.27 0.3

Linear Excursion (X-Max Total)

26 28 28

Mechanical Excursion

8.5 8.5 8.5

Mechanical Q (Qms)

4.5 4.65 5.87

Moving Mass (Mms)

93.45 133.6 203.39

Sensitivity (dB)

86.5 88.5 89.5

Total Loudspeaker Q (Qts)

0.373 0.36 0.508

VAS (Litres)

39.48 84.94 136.55

VAS (CuFt)

1.39 3 4.82

Magnet Structure (Oz)

152 176 196

Total Loudspeaker Displacement (Litres)

5 7 11

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SUBWOOFER THEILE/SMALL PARAMETERS cont...

Subwoofer Parameters PP-SW10H PP-SW12H PP-SW15H

MAX Power Rating (Watts) 900 1200 1500

RMS Power Rating (Watts) 300 400 500

Coil Height (Hvc) (mm) 28 28 28

Compliance (Cms) (uM/N) 291.8 171 147.72

Cone Area (Sd) 31.41 49.09 80.42

D.C.Coil Resistance (Re) 1.75 1.85 1.75

Electrical Q (Qes) 0.41 0.411 0.457

Force Factor (BL)

8.88 11.61 12.08

Free Air Resonance (Fs)

29.62 31.02 28.28

Frequency Response (Hz)

25Hz − 500Hz 25Hz − 500Hz 23Hz − 500Hz

Gap Height (Hag) (mm)

10 10 10

Impedance (Nominal)

2 2 2

Inductance (Le) (mH)

0.29 0.34 0.33

Linear Excursion (X-Max Total)

28 30 30

Mechanical Excursion

9 9 9

Mechanical Q (Qms)

4.86 5.25 4.796

Moving Mass (Mms)

93.95 153.92 214.38

Sensitivity (dB)

86 88 90

Total Loudspeaker Q (Qts)

0.377 0.381 0.417

VAS (Litres)

40.9 58.52 135.67

VAS (CuFt)

1.445 2.07 4.79

Magnet Structure (Oz)

192 235 241

Total Loudspeaker Displacement (Litres)

5.3 7.3 11.3

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SUBWOOFER

PP-SW10E

DIMENSIONS

282mm (11– 1/8")

282mm (11– 1/8")

282mm (11–1/8")

184mm (7–1/4")

161mm (6

– 3/8")

240mm (9 – 7/16")

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SUBW00FER

PP-SW12E

DIMENSIONS

333mm (13–1/8")

333mm (13 –1/8")

291mm (11– 7/16")

191mm (7–9/16")

168mm (6–5/8")

333mm (13 –1/8")

999

366mm (14 – 7/16")

210mm (8 –1/4")

183mm (7–1/4")

410mm (16–1/8")

410mm (16 –1/8")

410mm (16 –1/8")

SUBWOOFER

PP-SW15E

DIMENSIONS

1010

10

282mm (11–1/8")

282mm (11–1/8")

282mm (11–1/8")

198mm (7– 1

3/6")

175mm (6

–7/8")

240mm (9 –7/16")

SUBW00FER

PP-SW10H

DIMENSIONS

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333mm (13 –1/8")

333mm (13–1/8")

291mm (11–7/16")

205mm (8 –1/8")

182mm (7–3/16")

333mm (13 –1/8")

SUBWOOFER

PP-SW12H

DIMENSIONS

1212

12

366mm (14–7/16")

224mm (8 –13/16")

197mm (7– 3/4")

410mm (16 –1/8")

410mm (16 –1/8")

410mm (16 –1/8")

SUBW00FER

PP-SW15H

DIMENSIONS

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ENCLOSURES

All enclosures include port and subwoofer displacement. All ports are circle aero ports unless
otherwise stated.

Ported Enclosures: A ported enclosure is generally larger than a sealed enclosure

Sealed Enclosures: A sealed enclosure will be the smallest enclosure you can build. It will have a

tight low frequency response, but not as low as a ported enclosure.

OPTIMUM ENCLOSURES

Ported PP-SW10E PP-SW12E PP-SW15E

Volume (litres) 35.41 67.11 87.44

Volume (cu.ft.) 1.25 2.37 3.08

Port diameter (mm / in) 76.2mm / 3" 101mm / 4" 101mm / 4"

Port length (mm / in) 222.4mm / 8-3/4" 246.9mm / 9-3/4" 163.9mm / 6.7/6"

Tuned frequency (Hz) 36 35 34

Sealed

Volume (litres) 25.8 58.9 72.2

Volume (cu.ft.) 0.912 2.08 2.55

Tuned frequency (Hz) 49 44 45

Ported PP-SW10H PP-SW12H PP-SW15H

Volume (litres) 29.9 59.8 93.63

Volume (cu.ft.) 1.05 2.12 3.31

Port diameter (mm / in) 76.2mm / 3" 101mm / 4" 101mm / 4"

Port length (mm / in) 263.4mm / 10-3/8" 274.2mm / 10-13/16" 155.5mm / 6-1/8"

Tuned frequency (Hz) 37 34 33

Sealed

Volume (litres) 25.7 50.6 71.14

Volume (cu.ft.) 0.907 1.6 2.512

Tuned frequency (Hz) 48 46 48

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ENCLOSURE CONSTRUCTION

All enclosures should be constructed from 18mm (3/4”) Medium Density Fibre board.
Enclosures should be glued and screwed, because MDF is porous. FUSION recommends
sealing the internal sides with a polyurethane sealer prior to installation. To accurately cut the
subwoofer hole use the unique FUSION ruler guide included inside the FUSION Subwoofer
packaging

ENCLOSURE PLACEMENT

An important factor is to place the subwoofer enclosure as far back in the vehicle as possible,
so that the natural bass gain of the vehicle is utilised. If your vehicle is a hatch back, always
experiment with which direction the subwoofer is facing. Facing the subwoofer towards the rear
of the car, should enhance the low down bass that PowerPlant Subwoofers are designed to
produce.

ENCLOSURE TUNING

When tuning the system it is always a good idea to try running the subwoofer out of phase
(which means switching the speaker wires around) with your other speakers. Do this and listen
to the system to see if the perception of bass is more from the subwoofer location or the front
speaker location. Which ever way gives the better perception that the bass is coming from the
front speakers, would quite safely guarantee the subwoofer is wired correctly.

CALCULATING ENCLOSURE ‘BOX’ VOLUME

Cuft:

To calculate Cuft multiply the height (A), width (B), depth (C) in inches, then divide that number
by 1728.

Example: 10" high x 18" wide x 12" deep = 2160 inches³
Divide 2160/1728 = 1.25 ft³

Litres:

To calculate Litres, multiply the height (A), width (B), depth (C) in centimetres, then divide that
number by 1000.

Example: 25.4cm high x 45.72cm wide x 30.48cm deep = 3539cm³
Divide 35396/1000 = 35.39 litres

A

B

C

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5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

87

81

93

99

105

111

117

123

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 750 watts

ENCLOSURE TEST CURVES

SEALED

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

87

81

93

99

105

111

117

123

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 750 watts

PORTED

SUBWOOFER

PP-SW10E

1616

16

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

89

83

95

101

107

113

119

125

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 900 watts

ENCLOSURE TEST CURVES

SEALED

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

90

84

96

102

108

114

120

126

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 900 watts

PORTED

SUBW00FER

PP-SW12E

171717

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

91

85

97

103

109

115

121

127

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 1200 watts

ENCLOSURE TEST CURVES

SEALED

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

91

85

97

103

109

115

121

127

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 1200 watts

PORTED

SUBWOOFER

PP-SW15E

1818

18

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

87

81

93

99

105

111

117

123

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 900 watts

ENCLOSURE TEST CURVES

SEALED

5 10 50 100 500 20

K

10K5 K1 K

87

81

93

99

105

111

117

123

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 900 watts

PORTED

SUBW00FER

PP-SW10H

191919

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

90

84

96

102

108

114

120

126

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 1200 watts

ENCLOSURE TEST CURVES

SEALED

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

90

84

96

102

108

114

120

126

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 1200 watts

PORTED

SUBWOOFER

PP-SW12H

2020

20

ENCLOSURE TEST CURVES

SEALED

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

93

87

99

105

111

117

123

129

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 1500 watts

PORTED

SUBW00FER

PP-SW15H

5 10 50 100 500 1000 20

K

93

87

99

105

111

117

123

129

Hz

dB

Amplitude Response (dB-SPL/Hz at 1 m) with 1500 watts

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POWER CABLE CALCULATOR

TOTAL AMPERAGE

0-4 FT 4-7 FT 7-10 FT 10 -13 FT 13-16 FT 16-19 FT 19-22 FT 22-28 FT

0 – 20 14 12 12 10 10 8 8 8

20 – 35 12 10 8 8 6 6 6 4

35 – 50 10 8 8 6 4 4 4 4

50 – 65 8 8 6 4 4 4 4 2

65 – 85 6 6 4 4 2 2 2 0

85 – 105 6 6 4 2 2 2 2 0

105 – 125 4 4 4 2 0 0 0 0

125 – 150 2 2 2 0 0 0 0 0

The above chart shows cable gauges to be used, if no less than a 0.5 volt drop is acceptable. If aluminium
wire or tinned wired is used, the gauges should be of an even larger size to compensate. Cable gauge size
calculation takes into account terminal connection resistance.

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SUBWOOFER RULER GUIDE

Use the FUSION ruler guide to create a perfect subwoofer mounting surface.

1: Mark the centre position on the MDF (Medium Density Fibre) board where the subwoofer is
to be mounted.

2: Fix the first hole (centre) to the marked out position on the MDF.

1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 16

(inch)

(mm)

Centre

1"0
cutout

15"
cutout

12"
cutout

10"outside

263mm

12"outside

312mm

15"outside

389mm

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5: Using a jigsaw or router, cut out this measurement.

3: Insert a pencil into the correct subwoofer cut out measurement. 10", 12", or 15".

1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 16

(inch)

(mm)

Centre

1"0
cutout

15"
cutout

12"
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1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 16

(inch)

(mm)

Centre

1"0

cutout

15"

cutout

12"

cutout

10"outside

263mm

12"outside

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Parallel Voice Coil Wiring (2 Ohm operation)

To wire a DVC subwoofer in parallel (to get 2 Ohms), use two short pieces of speaker wire and
link the positive from one coil to the positive of the second coil, and do the same for the negative
as shown in fig 1. Then wire the amplifier to opposite sides of the subwoofer in order to equalise
any connection resistance.

Series Voice Coil Wiring (8 Ohm operation)

To wire a DVC subwoofer in series (to get 8 Ohms), use one short piece of speaker wire and link
the positive from one voice coil to the negative of the second coil as shown in fig 2. Then wire
the amplifier to opposite sides of the subwoofer.

SERIES AND PARALLEL SUBWOOFER WIRING FOR
DUAL VOICE COIL SUBS

+

-

2 Ohm operation

+

-

8 Ohm operation

Fig.1

Fig. 2

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SERIES WIRING FORMULA FOR 2 SPEAKERS

4 Ohm

+ +

+

–

–

–

8 Ohms

R1 + R2 = LO AD IMPEDANCE

4 Ohm

PARALLEL WIRING FORMULA FOR 2 SPEAKERS

4 Ohm 8 Ohm

2.67 Ohms

R1 x R2

R1 + R2

4 Ohms x 8 Ohms

4 Ohms + 8 Ohms

32

12

= L OA D IMPEDANCE

= = 2.67 Ohms

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

No sound from your subwoofer: Check amplifier and wiring connections.

Distorted sound: Check the connections from amplifier, processor or head unit.

Subwoofer makes unusual noise in sealed enclosure: The enclosure may have leaks causing

a lack of back pressure. Remove the subwoofer and ensure the enclosure is completely sealed.
Use sealer and polyurethane to do this.

Ported enclosure makes an unusual noise: Possibly due to incorrect port used. The correct
term is chuffing, and to rectify this you will need to increase the port area. The diameter will need
to increase and the port length will need recalculating.

Bad smell: If you smell a burning smell, then chances are the subwoofer has been damaged.
This can be due to the enclosure parameters being incorrect, too small an amplifier used and the
subwoofer is receiving unwanted clipped signals or the music choice has enhanced bass notes
played for long periods of time. Check the enclosure volume used and ensure the subwoofer is
receiving clean audio signals from the amplifier.

Vehicle rattles: The best way to solve this problem is to add sound deadening material to the
steel panels of your vehicle. Ensure all screws and plastic panels are affixed firmly.

INSTALLATION WARNING

1: Ensure the vehicle 12 volt lead is removed before any equipment is connected.

2: Investigate the vehicle’s gas tanks, brake lines and electrical wiring locations before you

begin installation.

3: Attach the product securely to the vehicle to prevent damage in the event of an accident.

4: Ensure all wiring is protected to avoid damage or pinching of the cables.

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Hand in the non-working electrical equipment

to an appropriate waste disposal center.

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Specifi cations and design are subject to change without notice.