Roadmaster RSW80 User Manual

ï 45 to 3500 Hz Frequency Response
ï Dual Voice Coil
ï fits a .75 to 1.5 CF sealed box
ï Push On Terminals

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Dear Customer,
CONGRATULATIONS. The RSW80 subwoofer, when used as described, will give you years
of dependable service in your car, truck, RV or mini-van. We have taken numerous measures
in quality control to ensure that your product arrives in top condition, and will perform to your
satisfaction. In the rare event that your RSW80 subwoofer contain a damaged or missing
item; does not perform as specified; requires warranty service or you have a installation
problem, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. Please call our TOLL FREE
number US [phone] and ask to speak with a member of our technical service team, or
submit your questions by E-Mail to [e-mail] and a member of
our technical service team will respond by E-Mail to your questions. Our in-house technical
service team will expedite delivery of your part, or advise you on installation, or help
troubleshoot a problem with you. If your product needs warranty service, our technical service
team representative will help you obtain the fastest remedy possible under the warranty.

• Nail Set/Center Punch • Marker/Pen

• Safety Glasses

• Electrical Tape

• Philips Screwdriver

• Hammer

• Wire Cutter

• Electric Drill
with 1/16" bit

Tools Needed to Install

Automotive audio equipment installations can be troublesome at times, even to the most
experienced of installation technicians. If you are not confident working with electrical wiring,
removing and reinstalling interior panels, carpeting, dashboards or other components of your
vehicle, please call our toll free help line [phone] and our in-house technical service
team will answer your installation questions.

Most car stereos do not have enough power to drive separate subwoofers, if your mobile auto
audio system does not have a separate amplifier installed, you will most likely need to install
one.

Before permanently installing the RSW80 speakers in your car, connect the wires to the
speakers according to your audio systems installation manual, in the approximate location you
will install them. If you are satisfied with the location proceed with the permanent installation.

Before You Install

ï 8" Pressed Aluminum Cone
ï 30 oz. Magnet
ï Rubber Surrounds
ï 200 Watts Total Instantaneous Peak Power
ï 40 watts Total RMS

Specifications

1-800-445-1797

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.

visit us on the WEB

WWW.ROADMASTERUSA.COM

For Information and Technical Assistance,

Call Toll-Free in U.S.A. and Canada.

Give Us A Call, We'll Help You Install

2. Location of Speakers

Recommendations for Positioning the RSW80 in Your Vehicle:

Cars: Hatch Back or Trunk

SUVs: & Mini Vans: Cargo Area

Pick-Up Trucks: Behind Front Seat

All auto audio components must be securely mounted, driving styles and
road conditions such as sudden stops, sharp curves and bumpy roads
may cause unsecured items to move about the vehicle, causing physical
injuries to vehicle occupants and/or vehicle damage.

1. Installation

The RSW80 is designed to give you optimum bass performance when installed in a
speaker enclosure. The Roadmaster RSE80HC Sealed Enclosure (sold separately)
is ideal for this.

Before installing in a enclosure use the template enclosed with the RSW80 to
use as a guide to mark the enclosure for pilot holes. When you have marked the
pilot hole position drill them with a bit that is smaller than the screws you will use
to secure the speaker to the enclosure. Follow enclosure manufacturers'
instructions for wiring the speaker and the enclosure.

For monophonic installation follow the wiring diagram Dual Voice Coil - Mono.
For stereophonic sound follow the wiring diagram Dual Voice Coil - Stereo

If you are building your own sealed
box enclosure, it should have a
volume of .75 to 1.5 cubic feet, and
made with a minimum of 5/8" thick
particle board or M.D.F.. Make sure
that you screw and glue it together
for a proper seal, caulk all seams
and joints with silicone rubber
caulking also. The inner walls of the
enclosure should be covered with a
sound absorbing material. Please
maintain polarity of amplifier and
speaker for proper phase alignment.
This will insure maximum efficiency.

1 RSW80
Subwoofer

5/8" thick
particle board
or M.D.F.

Attach the positive (+)
and negative (-) wires
fou nd ins id e th e
enclosure box to the
RSW80. Positive (+) to
positive (+), negative (-)
to negative (-).

Place the speaker
int o openin g of
enclosure. Align screw
holes of the speaker
with the pilot holes
tha t you dril le

d.

Tighten screws.

Place the speaker
grill over the speaker,
then fasten the
speake r g rill i n
p l a c e . A t t a c h
terminals on back of
enclosure to audio

Dual Voice Coil - Mono

"A" Coil

"B" Coil

Dual Voice Coil - Stereo

To
Stereo
Audio
Source

"A" Coil

"B" Coil

Left

Right

Speaker Terminals

To
Mono
Audio
Source

Wiring The SpeakerWiring The Speaker

Installing in a EnclosureInstalling in a Enclosure

To Strip Insulation from Wire: To Attach Wires to Speaker Terminals:

Width of insulation stripped from
end of speaker cable. Twist
strands of wire together

Press on terminal until holes line up. Insert the
wires as shown. Maintain proper polarity by
attaching the Po sitive Wire(+) to Positive
Terminal(+) and the Negative Wire(-) to Negative
Terminal(-)

Cover all inside walls of the
enclosure with a sound deadening
material such as Dacron batting.

Caulk the hole
where the wire
comes through

© Copyright 2004 ROADMASTER USA CORP.. (USA) Rev.- 031604 Printed in China 00000

ROADMASTER USA CORP. products are designed and manufactured to provide a high level of trouble-free performance. ROADMASTER USA
CORP. warrants, to the original purchaser, that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship for 30 days from the date of original
purchase. As part of our commitment to product excellence, ROADMASTER USA CORP. routinely improves the designs, materials or production
methods of its existing products. Because it is impractical to publicize all changes in every product, we reserve the right to make such changes
without notice.

CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY:

If during the 30 day warranty period your new product is found to be defective, ROADMASTER USA CORP. will repair such defect, or replace the

product, without charge for parts or labor subject to the following conditions:

1. All repairs must be performed by ROADMASTER USA CORP. in Eatontown, New Jersey.

2. The equipment must not have been altered or been damaged through negligence, accident, or improper operation.

3. The replacement of parts are exempted from this warranty when replacement is necessary due to normal wear and tear.

4. All warranty claims must be accompanied by a copy of the sales receipt or bill of sale.

5. Repair or replacement parts supplied by ROADMASTER USA CORP. under this warranty are protected only for the unexpired portion of the original
warranty.

6. In the case of car stereos, this warranty does not extend to the elimination of car static or motor noise; correction of antenna problems; costs
incurred for the removal or reinstallation of the product; damage to tapes, speakers, accessories or car electrical systems.

7. ROADMASTER USA CORP. will not be responsible for any charge incurred for installation.

OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES:
ROADMASTER USA CORP. will make every effort to provide warranty service within a reasonable period of time. SHOULD YOU
HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT SERVICE RECEIVED, OR IF YOU WOULD LIKE ASSISTANCE IN OBTAINING SERVICE, PLEASE
CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-445-1797, 8:30am - 4:30pm EST.

In order to provide you with the proper warranty service, we request that you adhere to the following procedure:

1. Include a copy of your sales receipt or bill of sale with your unit when it is returned for warranty service.

2. If it is necessary to return your product for service, please return it securely packed, preferably in the original shipping carton, and freight and
insurance prepaid to the following address: ROADMASTERUSA CORP., Service Department, 6 G Industrial Way West, Eatontown, New Jersey

07724.

3. Please include a detailed explanation of the problem you are having.

4. If your product is found by ROADMASTER USA CORP. to have a defect in material or workmanship, within the warranty period, it will be repaired
or replaced at no charge and returned to you prepaid. Where permitted by Iaw ROADMASTER USA CORP.íS liability shall be limited to that set
forth in this warranty. This warranty shall be the exclusive remedy of the purchaser.

What if there is no sound?

Your stereo may have a blown fuse. Replace fuse with the same amperage and style.
You may have improper wiring. Refer to the wiring guide that came with your stereo/amplifier. Check all
wires for a secure connection.

What if the sound volume is low?

Your stereo may not have enough power, you may have to install an amplifier to drive the speakers.

Why do I have a whining noise coming from the speakers?

You may have poor filtering of your alternator. If that is the case then you may need to add an
alternator filter to the power lead.

Why do I have odd sounding noises coming from the speakers?

You may have corroded battery terminals and/or a weak battery. If the terminals on the battery are
corroded clean them, then check the sound. If the sound system is still making noises check battery
strength. If it is low recharge or replace the battery.

Why does the speaker have sound coming from one channel only?

First make sure the balance control is set correctly. If the balance is set correctly your stereo may be
defective or the speaker may be defective. To troubleshoot this problem you MUST change both
positive and negative leads of each channel with the positive and negative leads of the opposite
channel, if the same speaker has no sound then the speaker is no good, if the opposite speaker has no
sound then your stereo may be defective.

ROADMASTER USA CORP. makes no other warranty of any kind, expressed or implied; and all implied warranties, are hereby disclaimed by
ROADMASTER USA CORP. and excluded from this warranty, ROADMASTER USA CORP., the manufacturer, distributor and seller shall not be liable
for any injury, loss or damage, incidental or consequential, arising out of the use or intended use of the product.

Frequently Asked Questions

1-800-445-1797

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.

visit us on the WEB

WWW.ROADMASTERUSA.COM

For Information and Technical Assistance,

Call Toll-Free in U.S.A. and Canada.

Give Us A Call, We'll Help You Install

Limited Warranty

2. Location of Speakers

Recommendations for Positioning the RSW80 in Your Vehicle:

Cars: Hatch Back or Trunk

SUVs: & Mini Vans: Cargo Area

Pick-Up Trucks: Behind Front Seat

All auto audio components must be securely mounted, driving styles and
road conditions such as sudden stops, sharp curves and bumpy roads
may cause unsecured items to move about the vehicle, causing physical
injuries to vehicle occupants and/or vehicle damage.

1. Installation

The RSW80 is designed to give you optimum bass performance when installed in a
speaker enclosure. The Roadmaster RSE80HC Sealed Enclosure (sold separately)
is ideal for this.

Before installing in a enclosure use the template enclosed with the RSW80 to
use as a guide to mark the enclosure for pilot holes. When you have marked the
pilot hole position drill them with a bit that is smaller than the screws you will use
to secure the speaker to the enclosure. Follow enclosure manufacturers'
instructions for wiring the speaker and the enclosure.

For monophonic installation follow the wiring diagram Dual Voice Coil - Mono.
For stereophonic sound follow the wiring diagram Dual Voice Coil - Stereo

Attach the positive (+)
and negative (-) wires
fou nd ins id e th e
enclosure box to the
RSW80. Positive (+) to
positive (+), negative (-)
to negative (-).

Place the speaker
int o openin g of
enclosure. Align screw
holes of the speaker
with the pilot holes
tha t you dril le

d.

Tighten screws.

Place the speaker
grill over the speaker,
then fasten the
speake r g rill i n
p l a c e . A t t a c h
terminals on back of
enclosure to audio

Dual Voice Coil - Mono

"A" Coil

"B" Coil

Dual Voice Coil - Stereo

To
Stereo
Audio
Source

"A" Coil

"B" Coil

Left

Right

Speaker Terminals

To
Mono
Audio
Source

Wiring The SpeakerWiring The Speaker

Installing in a EnclosureInstalling in a Enclosure

Notes

To Strip Insulation from Wire: To Attach Wires to Speaker Terminals:

Width of insulation stripped from
end of speaker cable. Twist
strands of wire together

Press on terminal until holes line up. Insert the
wires as shown. Maintain proper polarity by
attaching the Po sitive Wire(+) to Positive
Terminal(+) and the Negative Wire(-) to Negative
Terminal(-)