
mounting depth
4.75" (120.65 mm)
cutout diameter
9.37" (238.00 mm)
outer diameter
10.70" (271.78 mm)
BETA TEN.DVC 2-OHM (PARALLEL) WIRING
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Amp 
Output
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Amp
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(rear view)
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(rear view)
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, Infinity Systems A/S
Kongevejen 194B
DK-3460 Birkerød
DENMARK
declare in own responsibility, that the Beta Ten.dvc subwoofer
is in compliance with technical standards
EN 50 081-1/1992 and EN 50 082-1/3.1995
Steen Michaelsen 
Infinity Systems A/S 
Birkerød. DENMARK. 4/96
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(rear view)
METHOD #1
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BETA TEN.DVC DUAL-SUBWOOFER WIRING
Ten.dvc 10" Subwoofer
INSTRUCTIONS
BETA TEN.DVC 8-OHM (SERIES) WIRING
BETA TEN.DVC SUMMED-MONO WIRING
Infinity Systems, Inc.• 20630 Nordhoff Street  
Chatsworth, CA 91311, USA •VOICE (818) 407- 0228 • FAX (818) 709 -9486
Thank you for purchasing an Infinity Beta Ten.dvc 
10" Dual Voice-Coil Subwoofer. You’ve selected a 
premium product that offers superior performance 
and advanced materials, resulting from over 25 
years of loudspeaker design. This Infinity product is 
made with our ongoing dedication to create the best 
consumer audio products possible. As a result, you
• Locate and note all fuel lines, hydraulic brake 
lines, and electrical wiring. Use extreme caution 
when cutting or drilling in and around these areas.
• Check clearances on both sides of a planned 
mounting surface before drilling any holes or 
installing any screws.
can expect your new Beta Subwoofer to provide you 
with many years of listening enjoyment.
Refer to Subwoofer Enclosure Trade-Offs (on the 
inside pages) for help in selecting an enclosure type 
and alignment. Also, review the wiring diagrams (on 
the back page) on how to connect the subwoofer for 
2-ohm, 8-ohm, and summed-mono applications.
Each Infinity Beta Ten.dvc 10" Dual Voice-Coil 
Subwoofer is covered by our limited parts and labor 
warranty (see the enclosed warranty card). Keep 
your original dated bill of sale in case warranty service is required.
IMPORTANT: Installation of automotive stereo
THIELE-SMALL PARAMETERS
F
REE-AIRRESONANCE
OMPLIANCEVOLUME
C
ECHANICAL
M
LECTRICAL
E
OTAL
Q: Q
T
AXIMUMEXCURSION
M
OICECOILDCRESISTANCE
V
:F
:V
Q: Q
Q: Q
:X
:RE(
(HZ) 24.00 
S
3
(
FT
) 2.70
AS
(
LITERS
V
AS
MS
ES
TS
(IN) 0.39
MAX
(MM) 10.00
X
MAX
OHMS
)2.80
) 77.00
8.08
0.20
0.20
components can require extensive experience in
IMPORTANT: When connecting two Beta 
Ten.dvc subwoofers together, use Method #1 to 
create a net 4-ohm impedance. NEVER USE 
METHOD #2, since most amplifiers cannot fully 
control driver movement in this configuration.
dealing with a variety of electrical, and 
mechanical procedures, including subwoofer 
box building. Although these instructions 
explain how to install a Beta Subwoofer in a 
general sense, they do not show the exact installation methods for your particular vehicle. If 
you do not have the experience, do not attempt 
the installation yourself; instead ask your 
Authorized Infinity Car Audio Dealer about 
professional installation options.
SPECIFICATIONS
D
IAMETER
: 10" (254.0 MM)
ENSITIVITY
S
P
F
N
D
(2.83 V @ 1M): 93 dB
OWERHANDLING
REQUENCYRESPONSE
OMINALIMPEDANCE
IMENSIONS
: 250 W
:
: 20 ~ 500 H
:4 
PER VOICE COIL
RMS
Z
OHMS PER VOICE COIL
PRECAUTIONS
• Always wear protective eyewear when using tools.
Printed In Japan
• Turn off all audio systems and other electrical 
devices before starting the installation.
• Disconnect the (–) negative lead from your vehicle’s battery.
Infinity Systems, Inc.• 20630 Nordhoff Street  
Chatsworth, CA 91311, USA •VOICE (818) 407- 0228 • FAX (818) 709 -9486
 

V
BOX
 = Box Volume
      (see responses below)
Beta Ten.dvc
(side view)
Port
D = diameter
(see responses
below)
L = length
(see responses
below)
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Vented Enclosure – Flat Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
Free-Field
V
BOX
*= 0.60 ft
3
L = 6.50 " 
D = 2.50"
Close-Field (In Car
)
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Vented Enclosure – Enhanced Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
Free-Field
Close-Field 
(
In Car
)
V
BOX
*= 1.00 ft
3
L = 3.75" 
D = 3.00"
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Vented Enclosure – Extended Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
Free-Field
Close-Field 
(
In Car
)
V
BOX
*= 0.82 ft
3
L = 7.80" 
D = 3.00"
V
BOX
 = Box Volume
      (see responses below)
Beta Ten.dvc
(side view)
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Sealed Enclosure – Flat Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
Free-Field
Close-Field (In Car
)
V
BOX
*= 0.50 ft
3
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Sealed Enclosure – Enhanced Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
NOT RECOMMENDED
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Sealed Enclosure – Extended Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
Free-Field
Close-Field (In Car
)
V
BOX
*= 0.70 ft
3
V
BOXR
 = Box Volume Rear
       (see responses below)
V
BOXF
 = Box Vol. Front
       (see below)
Beta Ten.dvc
(side view)
Port
D = diameter
(see responses
below)
L= length
(see
responses
below)
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Band-Pass Enclosure – Flat Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
Free-Field
Close-Field (In Car
)
V
BOXF
*= 0.36 ft
3
V
BOXR
*= 0.45 ft
3
L = 6.60" 
D = 3.00 "
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Band-Pass Enclosure – Enhanced Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
Free-Field
Close-Field (In Car
)
V
BOXF
*= 0.30 ft
3
V
BOXR
*= 0.42 ft
3
L = 6.30" 
D = 3.00 "
dB (Normalized)
Freq. 
(Hz)
100 50050 1k
Beta Ten.dvc Band-Pass Enclosure – Extended Response
10
-30
-20
-10
0
Free-Field
Close-Field (In Car
)
V
BOXF
*= 0.45 ft
3
V
BOXR
*= 0.65 ft
3
L = 6.25" 
D = 3.00 "
SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE TRADE-OFFS
Subwoofer enclosures are classified as sealed (acoustic 
suspension) or ported (bass-reflex), and can be built in 
many configurations. Here we discuss three popular box 
types and encourage you to compare their response 
curves, noting the differences in Beta Ten.dvc output 
level and frequency response versus volume in sealed, 
vented, and single-reflex band-pass enclosures.
A sealed enclosure is the smallest and simplest to build, 
with high power handling, good phase coherence, and 
the most predictable response, at the expense of somewhat diminished sound output. If amplifier power is not 
a concern, this is the best choice for most systems, providing the highest output at the lowest frequencies.
A vented enclosure adds a port (or vent) tuned to the 
speaker’s resonance in the box to help boost sound output by “tuning” the rear sound waves so they add to the 
front ones. It is more efficient than a sealed box above 
the tuned frequency, but more difficult to build properly. 
For frequencies below the tuned range, output is lessened due to sound cancellation, and there is a 180degree phase shift at the tuned frequency. Other drawbacks are the increased box size for the added port and 
diminished power handling due to woofer over-excursion at frequencies below the tuned frequency.
A single-reflex band-pass enclosure counteracts the 
sound cancellation properties in vented designs by isolating the subwoofer from the port within its own enclosure. It offers higher power handling, and an automatic 
band-pass response to help roll off higher frequencies. 
However, it has a 180-degree phase shift at the tuned 
frequency. Also, complexity and size are increased, due to 
separate front and rear chambers, and it requires 
adding substantial midbass drivers elsewhere in the car.
We recommend a sealed enclosure for the Beta Ten.dvc. 
Depending on your taste in music, you can select a box 
volume for a flat, enhanced, or extended bass response 
(see graphs on right). The flat response is optimum for 
all enclosures and types of music. The enhanced sealed 
box provides a “tighter” bass, great for rock and rap. An 
enhanced vented box has increased output, but with 
diminished transient response and power handling. The 
extended sealed box is more efficient at the lowest frequencies, providing added bass boost for jazz and classical music, but with diminished power handling. The 
extended response curve provides the best power handling for vented enclosures.
For more help, please call Infinity technical support at:
(800) 553-3332
BETA TEN.DVC VENTED ENCLOSUREBETA TEN.DVC SEALED ENCLOSURE
*If filling is desired, reduce box volume by 20%. *If filling is desired, reduce box volume by 20%. *If filling is desired, reduce box volume by 20%.
BETA TEN.DVC BAND-PASS ENCLOSURE