PowerBass L2-462, L2-522, L2-652, L2-675, L2-702 Application Manual

AUTOSOUND L SERIES SPEAKERS

Application Guide

Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new speakers. Should your PowerBass

Autosound speakers ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.

L2-462
L2-522
L2-652
L2-675
L2-702
L2-682
L2-692T
L2-693
L2-700

Thank you and Congratulation

Congratulations on your purchase of Powerbass Autosound speakers. You now own a speaker of uncom-

promising design and engineering from a factory that truly believes in the relentless pursuit of perfection.

Incorporating the highest quality parts and state-of-the-art materials, these speakers display the ultimate

balance between high fidelity, extreme performance and long-lasting reliability.

At Powerbass USA, Inc. we are confident you will have many years of outstanding enjoyment from your superior

SPEAKER investment. For maximum performance we recommend that you have your new PowerBass Autosound

speakers installed by an Authorized PowerBass Dealer.

To learn more about PowerBass, please visit us on the World Wide Web at

http://www.powerbassusa.com

∆ Caution ∆
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels in excess of 100 dB can cause permanent hearing loss. PowerBass Autosound Speakers are capable
of producing sound pressure levels well over 170 dB. Please observe all local sound ordinances while listening to your PowerBass Autosound
system. PowerBass USA, Inc. accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage due to the result of use or misuse of this product.

POWERBASS AUTOSOUND L2 FULL RANGE FEATURES

Advanced Injection Molded Cone: An injection molded PP cone with carbon fiber was developed for better
bass performance while minimizing distortion. This ultra lightweight cone is resistant to elements of the
environment while giving the listener impeccable listening experience over the factory speakers.

Aluminum Hard Dome Tweeter: Ferrofluid enhanced aluminum dome tweeters deliver sharp clarity and crisp
treble reproduction. The low profile design makes upgrading factory speakers a simple non-evasive task. (The
L2-693 and L2-700 do not use aluminum tweeters).

Wave Guide Tweeter Lens: A specially engineered tweeter wave guide provides smooth and uniform
response giving more high frequency sound propagation.

High Power 2-ohm Prime Voice Coil: These highly efficient 2-ohm coils were designed for greater efficiency
and are compatible with most premium factory sound systems to make your vehicle sound better than ever.

High Damping Butyl Rubber Surround: Butyl rubber was chosen to ensure linear travel throughout the entire
frequency range resulting in more bass output and higher efficiency while reducing distortion.

Non-resonant Basket Treatment: Each steel speaker basket has been treated with a proprietary resonant
damping material making the speaker platform acoustically “dead”.

Additional Features: Acoustically transparent speaker grills*, professional mounting hardware and splice-in speaker
wiring harnesses add further value to your speaker investment.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR POWERBASS L2 SERIES SPEAKERS

(Due to Constant Improvements, Specifications and Parameters are subject to change without notice.)*

Model Size Nominal

Impedance

Frequency

Response

Sensitivity

1W/1M

Magnet

Size

Mounting

Depth

Power RMS/

Peak

L2-462 4x6” 2-ohm 70Hz-21kHz 87dB 8 oz. 1.86”/47.4mm 40W/120W

L2-522 5.25” 2-ohm 62Hz-21kHz 88dB 10 oz. 1.95”/49.5mm 50W/150W

L2-652 6.5” 2-ohm 58Hz-21kHz 88dB 12 oz. 2.13”/54mm 60W/180W

L2-675 6.75” 2-ohm 62Hz-21kHz 88dB 12 oz. 1.87”/47.5mm 60W/180W

L2-702 7” 2-ohm 60Hz-21kHz 90dB 16 oz. 2.36”/60mm 90W/270W

L2-682 6x8” 2-ohm 54Hz-21kHz 89dB 14 oz. 2.4”/61mm 70W/210W

L2-692T 6x9” thin 2-ohm 50Hz-21kHz 89dB 10 oz. 2.48”/63mm 60W/180W

L2-693 6x9” 2-ohm 43Hz-21kHz 91dB 30 oz. 3.2”/81.5mm 100W/300W

L2-700 7” mid 2-ohm 55Hz-5.5kHz 90dB 16 oz. 2.36”/60mm 90W/270W

*Grills Not Included on some Models.

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Before beginning your installation, thoroughly read this guide and keep it as a reference. It will
give you tips on proper placement, wiring, and installation as well as how to obtain the best sound
from the PowerBass speakers you have selected.

INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE

Installation of PowerBass Autosound Speakers requires experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical
procedures. This manual only provides general installation and operation instructions. If you have any reserva­tions about your installation skills or lack of the proper tools, please contact your local PowerBass Autosound
dealer for assistance.

TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR POWERBASS SYSTEM

Your PowerBass Autosound speakers have been meticulous engineered and designed to handle high power
musical reproduction. Despite their rugged construction, it is possible to damage your speaker if they are
improperly used. In general, you will hear distortion as a so-called warning before any damage occurs. If you
hear distortion in your system, immediately reduce the musical level to the point where the sound retains its
clarity.

1. Be sure you supply the speakers with enough unclipped amplifi er power to drive them properly. (More

damage can be done to a speaker by under-powering and clipping your amplifi er than any other
way!)

2. Where possible, a separate amplifi er just for your speaker should be used with an electronic crossover to

set the frequency range. One amplifi er with passive crossovers will work (Tri-Way Setup), but the system
will do more with less stress on the amplifi er by using two amps.

3. To avoid any possible sound cancellation from the front of the speaker to that of the rear of the speaker,

cut a panel of Masonite or MDF to fi rmly mount the speaker if the vehicle’s original cutout is too big.

4. When connecting speaker wires from the amplifi er or head unit to that of the speaker itself, pay attention

to the polarity of the connection. This will insure optimum sound reproduction and performance.

5. For maximum dynamic performance use weather stripping to insure a tight seal.

6. Do not mount any speakers or external crossovers where they will get wet.

7. Remember the Golden Rule “Measure twice…cut once.”

PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

NOTE: The tools listed below may be required for proper installation.

• An electric drill with drill bits

• Phillips-head and standard screwdrivers

• Wire strippers

• Crimping tool and needle-nose pliers

• Silicone sealant or closed cell weather-stripping

• Metal file

• Hole saw

• Tin Snips

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

NOTE: Proceed only if you are a qualified installer otherwise; let your dealer do it.

• Always wear protective eyewear when using tools.

• Turn off all stereo and other electrical devices before you begin.

• Disconnect the (-) negative lead from your vehicle’s battery.

• Keep the speakers in the package until final installation.

• Locate all fuel lines, brake lines, oil lines, and electrical cables when planning your installation.

• Check to see if there is enough clearance behind the mounting surface before installing the speakers.

• When running speaker wires through sheet metal, be sure to use grommets to properly insulate the wires

from metal edges.

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EXAMPLE OF MOUNTING

Mounting Options

• A: Rear Deck Mounting

• B: Multiple Mounting

ILLUSTRATION OF REAR DECK MOUNT INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

• Since these speakers utilize a unique low profile tweeter housing that has minimal tweeter protrusion,

original factory mounting cutouts can still be used with the factory grills in many cases.

• These PowerBass Autosound speakers can be used above or below the mounting hole. Typically, your

vehicle factory’s speaker cutouts will accommodate these new speakers without any modifications.
When the speaker has been correctly installed, there should be no air leaks between the front and back
of the speaker.

• For door installations, check the clearance of the window and roll-up mechanisms throughout the entire

range of the window’s travel to make sure that all obstacles clear the speaker structure.

• Check the available mounting depth before installing the speaker. Use care when removing factory grills,

door panels and factory speakers.

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is strictly prohibited without the express consent of PowerBass USA, Inc. ©Copyright 2013 PowerBass USA, Inc.

• A: Speaker mounting depth and hole cutout diameter.

• B: Cut hole using saber saw/ utility knife.

• C: Connect wiring to speaker terminals. Make sure of polarity (+)positive (-)ground.

Using a philips screwdriver secure speakers and attach grille, if applicable.

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POWERBASS AUTOSOUND LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY

PowerBass USA, Inc. offers limited warranty on PowerBass products under normal use on the following terms:

PowerBass Autosound Speakers are to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year.

This warranty applies only to PowerBass products sold to consumers by Authorized PowerBass Dealers in the United
States of America. Products purchased by consumers from a PowerBass dealer in another country are covered only
by that country’s Distributor and not by PowerBass USA.

This warranty covers only the original purchaser of PowerBass product. In order to receive service, the purchaser must
provide PowerBass with the receipt stating the consumer name, dealer, product and date of purchase.

Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a product deemed to be
equivalent) at PowerBass’s discretion and will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. PowerBass will
not warranty this product under the following situations:

• Speakers received with bent frames or water damage

• Abuse such as holes in the cone, surround or ripped spider

• Voice coil damage due to amplier clipping or distortion

• Product that has not been installed according to this owners manual

Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are limited in duration to the period
of the express warranty set forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so
this limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to assume for PowerBass any other liability in connection with
the sale of this product.

Please call [phone] for PowerBass Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization Num­ber) to return any product to PowerBass. The RA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the shipping
carton or the delivery will be refused. Please pack your return carefully; we are not responsible for items damaged
in shipping. Return the defective product along with a copy of the original dated retail sales receipt, plus $9.00 for
handling and diagnostic evaluation to:

PowerBass USA, Inc.,
Attn: Returns (RA#__________)
2133 S. Green Privado, Ontario, CA 91761

Residents of HI, AK and US territories will be charged for return shipping. All inquires regarding service and warranty should
be sent to the above address.

Removed or altered serial numbers will void this warranty

PowerBass Autosound – A division of PowerBass USA, Inc.

2133 S. Green Privado – Ontario, CA 91761

Tel. [phone] – Fax [phone]

www.powerbassusa.com