Orion CO400C, CO525C, CO652C Owner's Manual
Component Speaker
MODEL
CO400C
CO525C
CO652C
OWNER'S MANUAL
TM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
English ........................................................................ 1
Français ................................................................9
Español ...............................................................13
Deutsch
...............................................................17
Italiano
...............................................................21
Português .............................................................25
Introduction.................................................................... 1
Practice Safe Sound™ ............................................................ 1
What’s in the Box ............................................................... 2
Installing Process ................................................................ 2
Tools of the Trade...............................................................2
Finding Speaker Mounting Locations ............................................... 2
Door Mounting ................................................................. 3
Rear Deck Mounting............................................................. 3
Installing the Mid/Woofers........................................................ 4
Installing the Tweeter............................................................ 5
Installing the Crossover .......................................................... 6
Wiring Diagram................................................................. 7
Specifications................................................................... 8
Features .......................................................................8
Warranty .............................................................. back cover
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of the OrionTM Cobalt Component Loudspeaker system. These
speakers represent a combination of incredible performance and value. The OrionTM stamped
steel frame components feature treated paper cones and metalized PEI (Polyetherimide)
tweeters. Capable of maintaining their balance and clarity at exceptionally high output levels,
they are the perfect complement to the Orion woofers. The crossovers feature tweeter level
adjustment. The components are available in standard 5-1/4" and 6-1/2" sizes to fit most
applications.
We at OrionTM strive to give you all the latest up to date information about this product.
What we can't give you in this manual is personal installation or technical experience. If you
have questions concerning the use or application of this product, please refer to the nearest
Authorized ORIONTMDealer for assistance or call the OrionTM technical support hotline at 1800-876-0800. As we are always finding new ways to improve our product, the features and
specifications are subject to change without notice.
PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss.
High powered automotive sound systems can generate sound pressure levels in excess of 130dB.
When playing your system at high levels, please use hearing protection and prevent long term
exposure.
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needs. The locations must be large enough for the speakers to fit. Care is needed to ensure that
the location you have chosen will not affect any of the mechanical or electrical operations of
the vehicle.
Determining the best location for the speakers will depend on your cosmetic needs and your
vehicle's interior. If minimal intrusion in your vehicle is desired, factory speaker locations may
be the ticket for you. Placing the speaker in the factory location can often give very desirable
results.
DOOR MOUNTING
When checking for possible speaker locations in the doors, check the operation of the window
and all assemblies. There is also a stabilizer stop bar in between the door and the door jamb.
This bar prevents the door from opening too far. Many shade tree installers overlook this and
check for clearance only when the door is fully open.
Figure 1
Figura 1
Abbildung 1
Inside
of Door
Speaker
cut out
Coaxial
Driver
Dampening Mat
Speaker installed
with no gaps
or air leaks
Dampening on
top of outer
door skin
Door
Panel
Grille
Screws
REAR DECK MOUNTING
In rear deck installations, check the operation of the trunk suspension springs or tension bars.
These tension bars move in the opening and closing of the trunk. You cannot be too cautious
during this part of the installation, In addition, do not locate the speakers too close to the back
of the rear deck. Installing the far screws will only be possible with the removal of the rear
window.
Figure 2
Figura 2
Abbildung 2
Rear/Trunk
of Car
Rear Seat
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INSTALLING THE TWEETER
SURFACE MOUNTING
Step 1: Determine the tweeter mounting location, then route the wires from the crossover to
the tweeter location.
Step 2: Place the provided template or tweeter cup against the panel and mark the two holes
at the rear of the housing.
Step 3: Drill the smaller holes using a 1/8" drill bit. These are the mounting screw holes.
WARNING: Check for clearance of window mechanisms and electrical wires BEFORE you drill.
Step 4: Drill the larger off-center hole using a 3/8" drill bit, insert a grommet and route the
speaker wire from the crossover through the grommet.
Step 5: After removing the surface mount tweeter assembly trim ring, route the tweeter wires
through the larger hole in the housing and connect to the speaker wires from the
crossover. (See Figure 4.)
Step 6: Insert the excess speaker wire into the hole and position the housing so the housing
will not pinch the wires after final mounting.
Step 7: Attach the housing using the supplied screws of the correct length for a solid mount.
Step 8: Insert the tweeter into the housing and attach the surface mount trim ring.
Figure 4
Figura 4
Abbildung 4
Surface
Mount
Trim Ring
Mounting
Screws
Surface Mount Housing
Tweeter
Tweeter
Wire
Panel
Wiring
Harness
FULL FLUSH MOUNTING
Step 1:. Determine where the tweeter will be mounted. Make sure there is a flat area large
enough for the tweeter and no obstructions behind the area.
Step 2: Using the back half of the tweeter housing, mark with a pen the hole needed for the
tweeter.
Step 3: Be sure the hole is large enough for the tweeter housing, but not so large that the
flange will not cover the hole..
Step 4: Cut the hole for the tweeter. When using factory locations, this step can be skipped.
A hole can be cut either with a pair of metal tin snips or a 1-7/8" hole saw for hard
materials.
WARNING: Check for clearance of window mechanisms and electrical wires BEFORE you drill.
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Step 5: Install tweeter in flush mount housing.
Step 6: Connect the speaker wires observing the correct polarity.
Step 7: Install tweeter and housing in the hole cut for mounting, so that the trim ring is flat
with the front of the surface.
Step 8: Use the supplied pressure ring to secure the housing to the surface.
Figure 5
Figura 5
Abbildung 5
Flush Mount
Tweeter
Assembly
Tweeter
Cup
Pressure
Ring
Tweeter
Wire
Flush Mount
Trim Ring
Wiring
Harness
Panel
INSTALLING THE CROSSOVER
Step 1: Find a location for the crossover away from any factory or after market electrical wires.
It is recommended to mount the passive crossover close to the amplifier.
Step 2: Mount the crossover using the supplied wire ties.
Step 3: Connect the wires. Make sure the speaker wires for the midrange go to the mid/
woofer output and the tweeter to the tweeter output. Be sure to observe the correct
polarity. Changing the polarity of the tweeter may be necessary for optimum sound
quality.
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