Rockford FNQ1404, FNQ1504, FNQ1604 Owner's Manual

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car audio

for

fanatics

operation &
installation

Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of the world's finest brand of car audio speakers. At

Rockford Fosgate we are fanatics about musical reproduction at its best, and we are
pleased you chose our product. Through years of engineering expertise, hand craftsman­ship and critical testing procedures, we have created a wide range of products that
reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.

For maximum performance we recommend you have your new Rockford Fosgate
product installed by an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer, as we provide specialized
training through Rockford Technical Training Institute (RTTI). Please read your
warranty and retain your receipt and original carton for possible future use.

Great product and competent installations are only a piece of the puzzle when it comes
to your system. Make sure that your installer is using 100% authentic installation
accessories from Connecting Punch in your installation. Connecting Punch has
everything from RCA cables and speaker wire to Power line and battery connectors.
Insist on it! After all, your new system deserves nothing but the best.

To add the finishing touch to your new Rockford Fosgate image order your Rockford
wearables, which include everything from T-shirts and jackets to hats and sunglasses.

To get a free brochure on Rockford Fosgate products and Rockford accessories, in the
U.S. call 602-967-3565 or FAX [phone]. For all other countries, call +001-602­967-3565 or FAX [phone].

PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™

CONTINUOUS EXPOSURE TO SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS OVER 100dB

CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS. HIGH POWERED AUTOSOUND

MAY
SYSTEMS

MAY PRODUCE SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS WELL OVER

130dB. USE COMMON SENSE AND PRACTICE SAFE SOUND.

If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this product,
we recommend that you see your Rockford Fosgate dealer. If you need further
assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-669-9899. Be sure to have your serial
number, model number and date of purchase available when you call.

The serial number can be found on the outside of the box. Please record it in
the space provided below as your permanent record. This will serve as
verification of your factory warranty and may become useful in recovering your
product if it is ever stolen.

Serial Number: ________________________________
Model Number:________________________________

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Introduction................................................................................................ 1

Package Contents .......................................................................................1

Design Features ..........................................................................................2

Installation Considerations ........................................................................... 4

Mounting Location ......................................................................................5

Installation .................................................................................................6

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................... 7

Specifications .............................................................................................8

Warranty Information .................................................................................. 9

International Information............................................................................ 10

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ETTING STARTED

Welcome to Rockford Fosgate! This manual is designed to provide information
for the owner, salesperson and installer. For those of you who want quick
information on how to install this product, please turn to the

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of this manual or refer to the icons listed below. Other information can

Installation

be located by using the Table of Contents. We, at Rockford Fosgate, have
worked very hard to make sure all the information in this manual is current. But,
as we are constantly finding new ways to improve our product, this information
is subject to change without notice.

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NTRODUCTION

This manual provides information on the features and installation of the
Fanatic Q Midrange. We suggest you save this manual for future reference.

We strongly recommend you have your Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer
install the Fanatic Q Midrange. If you do choose to install the system yourself,
please be sure to read the entire manual before beginning.

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FNQ1404

(2) FNQ1404 4" Midrange Speakers
(2) 4" Speaker Grilles
(2) “RF” Speaker Grille Logos
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .187 Female Fast-on Connectors
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire

FNQ1604

(2) FNQ1406 61⁄2" Midrange Speakers
(2) 61⁄2" Speaker Grilles
(2) “RF” Speaker Grille Logos
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .187 Female Fast-on Connectors
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire

FNQ1504

(2) FNQ1405 51⁄4" Midrange Speakers
(2) 51⁄4" Speaker Grilles
(2) “RF” Speaker Grille Logos
(8) #8 x 1.25 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .187 Female Fast-on Connectors
(20') 18 Gauge Speaker Wire

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ESIGN FEATURES

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ESIGN FEATURES

Midrange

1. Rubber Surround – The durable rubber surround withstands the

extremes of the automotive environment. It also improves sound quality
by reducing 2nd and 3rd order harmonics and provides wider frequency
response.

2. 3-Layer Glass Fiber Composite Cone – The ideal cone material would
be infinitely strong, very light and would have very high damping to
ensure great sound quality. The Fanatic Q Series Component Systems
use a 3 layer glass fiber composite cone that is strong, light and has high
internal damping to provide excellent reproduction of sound.

3. Flat Spider – The spider has the job of centering the voice coil and
providing the rear suspension for the speaker. The Fanatic Q Component
Systems use a durable flat spider to ensure great sound with long life and
durability.

4. Large 1-1/4" Voice Coil with Anodized Aluminum Former – Just like
all Rockford Fosgate woofers, all Fanatic Component System midrange
drivers use an aluminum voice coil former for more efficient dissipation
of heat. Dissipating the heat is key to long life and high power handling,
so go ahead and crank it up! The voice coil in the Fanatic Q series
component system is larger than the voice coil in some manufacturer's
woofers.

5. Proprietary Cast ABS Basket – This basket has unique cosmetics and
provides a solid platform for the midrange, reducing coloration of the
sound.

6. Vented Pole Piece – The pole piece extends from the back of the speaker
into the voice coil area. The Fanatic Q Component System uses a vented
pole piece to allow cool air to circulate in the voice coil gap which allows
greater power handling and increased reliability.

7. Aerovent Backplate – The curved shape of the backplate opening
reduces “huffing” noises caused during high excursions. The air moving
in and out of the pole piece is handled much more quietly and efficiently
than in conventional systems.

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