Hifionics GLX12D4, GLX10D4 User Manual

SUBWOOFERS

GLX10D4 / GLX12D4

GLADIATOR SERIES

CAR AUDIO SUBWOOFERS

Congratulations on your purchase of the new Hifonics GLADIATOR
Series subwoofer. The GLX series subwoofers are specifically
designed for applications with limited space for an enclosures and
shallow mounting depth. But don’t let their small stature fool you as
these GLADIATORS pack a punch! This manual includes all of the
information you will require to get your GLADIATORS pounding
the pavement in no time.

Available In 10” And 12” Models
DVC 4-Ohms
3” High Temp Voice Coil On A Glass Fiber Former
Injection Molded Cone Neck Support
Foam Surround
Nomex Spider With Woven Tinsel Leads
Injection Molded Polypropylene Cone
Push & Insert Speaker Terminals
Shallow Mount Design For Compact Installations
Ultra Ridged Stamped Steel Basket

As with all high quality car audio products, we recommend
professional installation by an authorised Hifonics dealer. Your
dealers knowledge and experience can ensure a problem free and
cosmetically integrated installation. If you choose to install the
subwoofers yourself, please read the entire manual very carefully.

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SUBWOOFER INSTALLATION AND WIRING DIRECTIONS

Enclosure Materials

Typically, 5/8” or 3/4” MDF (Medium Density Fiber Board) is best
for most applications. 3/4” MDF is recommended.

Enclosure Build Materials
Connecting joints need to be glued and screwed to ensure no
air escapes and joints do not separate under high pressure.
Mitered and rabbit joints also help to ensure the enclosure joints
are secure.

Bracing

Internal bracing is also recommended to prevent flexing and to
strengthen the enclosure.
Note: The volume taken up by the bracing should be added to the
total enclosure interior volume.
There are two common bracing methods.

1. Corner Bracing: These help prevent the connection joints
from separating under heavy vibration and air pressure.
Use 1’ x 1” MDF at all interior joints

2. Diagonal Bracing: These internal braces connect the top side
to the bottom side as well front side to back side. This prevents
the wood from bowing or pushing outwards.
Use 1” x 2” with 1” surface contact that is glued and screwed.

Wiring

Wiring Parallel, Series or Parallel/Series will affect the final
impedance at the amp and great care must taken to ensure the
amp is not driven below it’s intended impedance capabilities.

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