Orion Car Audio C463, C573, C63, C693, C53 User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase of ORION's C-series Coaxial Speakers. These speakers offer
renowned Orion excellence in every high performance speaker system. The speakers have a
3ohm nominal impedance which allows an amplifier or source unit to deliver 33% more power
than an ordinary 4ohm speaker. The copolymer soft dome tweeter can be angled on a 360° axis for
optimal imaging and sound quality. Designed for OEM applications, the C-series coaxial speakers

will fit standard 5

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/4", 6 1/2", 4" x 6", 5" x 7" or 6" x 9" mounting locations.

INSTALLATION

The performance of the C-series coaxial speakers is directly proportional to the quality of
installation. Care taken during the installation process will be rewarded with years of
satisfying performance. If you are unsure about your installation capabilities, please refer to
your local Authorized ORION Dealer for technical assistance. ORION dealers are trained
professionals dedicated to obtaining the maximum performance out of your ORION system. If
you decide to install this speaker system yourself, please read the entire installation section
before starting your installation.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

Listed are the majority of the tools required to perform the installation. Having the proper tools
will make the installation much easier. Some of these tools are required.

• marking pen • needle nose pliers • wire crimpers

• electric drill • volt-ohm meter (opt.) • wire strippers

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/8" drill bit • 43/4" (120mm) hole saw • wire cutters

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/4" drill bit (5" woofer installation) • hole saw arbor

• Phillips screwdriver • 5

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/2" (140mm) hole saw • assorted tin snips

(6" woofer installation)

FINDING SPEAKER MOUNTING LOCATIONS

Choosing the correct speaker locations will have the greatest effect on the sound quality of the
system. There are many different considerations needed when choosing the locations that best
suit your 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
operation 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 of the doors 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. Pay particular attention to this so
you do not damage the speaker when you close the door.

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. Mounting the far screws will only be possible with the removal of the rear window.