Roadmaster VSW120 User Manual

VSW120

12” Subwoofer

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Dear Customer,

CONGRATULATIONS. The VSW120 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 VSW120 Subwoofer contains a damaged or missing item, does not perform as speciﬁ ed, requires warranty service or you have an installation problem, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. PLEASE CALL OUR TOLL

FREE NUMBER FROM THE U.S.A. AND CANADA (800-445-1797) and ask to speak with

a member of our technical service team, or submit your questions by e-mail our web site vr-3.com, 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, 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.

Speciﬁ cations

• 12” Embossed Polypropylene Cone

• 26.5 oz. Magnet Weight ±10%

• Black Rubber Surround

• 400 Watts Maximum Peak Power

• 40 watts RMS per Voice Coil

• 35 to 2000 Hz Frequen cy Response

• 2” ASV, Dual Voice Coil

• Impedance 4 Ohms +/- 15%

• Sensitivit y 89db 1W/1M Minimum

• Quick Connec t Terminals (Spade Lug Type)

Before You Install

Installation

Speaker wire of 18 Gauge to 12 Gauge may be used with the VSW120C. You can purchase speaker wire with spade lug type female disconnects pre-installed on one end.

Wiring

To attach speaker wires (not included) with female quick connects (spade lug type) to the speaker terminals. Push the female quick connects (spade lug type) onto the terminals. Maintain proper polarity by attaching the Positive Wire (+) to Positive Terminal (+) and the Negative Wire (-) to Negative Terminal (-).

If the female quick connects can be easily pulled off, they can be tightened a little bit by lightly squeezing them with a pair of pliers. Do not ﬂ atten them completely.

Installing in a Enclosure

The VSW120 is designed to give you optimum bass per formance whe n installed in a sealed speaker enclosure.

Before installing in an enclosure use the VSW120 as a guide to mark the enclosure for pilot holes. When you have marked the pilot hole positions drill them with a bit that is smaller than the screws you will use to secure the speaker to the enclosure.

Subwoofer Terminals

Wires from Amplifier

Frequently Asked Questions

What if there is no sound?

1. Your stereo may have a blown fuse. Replace fuse with the same amperage and style.

2. You may have improper wiring. Refer to the wiring guide that came with your stereo/ampliﬁ er. 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 ampliﬁ er to drive a subwoofer.

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

You may have poor ﬁ ltering of your alternator. If that is the case, then you may need to add an alternator ﬁ lter to the power lead.

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

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 batter y strength. If it is low recharge or replace the battery.

Notes

Automotive audio equipment installations can be troublesome at times, even to the most experienced of installation technicians. If you are not conﬁ dent working with electrical wiring, removing and reinstalling interior panels, carpeting, dashboards or other components of your vehicle, please call our toll free help line (800) 445-1797 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 ampliﬁ er installed, you will most likely need to install one.

Before permanently installing the VSW120 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 satisﬁ ed with the location proceed with the permanent installation.

Seal the hole with silicone caulking where the wire

If you are building your own sealed box enclosure, it should have a volume of 1.5 to 2.0 cubic feet, and made with a minimum of 5/8” thick

5/8” thick particle board or M.D.F.

passes through the side of the speaker box.

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. The inner walls of the enclosure should be covered with a sound absorbing material. Maintain polarity of the ampliﬁ er and speak- er for proper phase alignment. This insures the VSW120 operates at maximum efﬁ ciency.

Cover all inside walls of the enc losure with a sound dead ening materi al such as Dacron batting.

Tools Needed to Install

• Nail Set/Center Punch

• Safety Glasses

• Phillips Screwdriver

• Hammer

• Marker/Pen

• Electric Drill with 1/16" bit

• Wire Cutter

• Electrical Tape

Attach the positive (+) and negative (-) wires found inside the enclosure box to the VSW120 terminals. Attach Positive (+) to positive (+), and negative (-)

Place the subwoofer into the opening of the enclosure. Then align the screw holes of the subwoofer with the pilot holes that you drilled. Tighten the screws.

to negative (-).

Give Us A Call, We’ll Help You Install

GIVE US A CALL, WE'LL HELP YOU INSTALL.

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.

Visit us on the WEB

www.vr-3.com

For Information and Technical Assistance,

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

1-800-445-1797

Location Of Subwoofers

Recommendations for Positioning the VSW120 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.

Place a subwoofer grill (optional) over the subwoofer, then fasten the subwoofer grill in place. Attach wires from audio source to the terminals on back of the enclosure.

Limited Warranty

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