Rockford FNP1401x, FNX1401x, FNQ1401x Owner's Manual

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car audio

tweeter systems

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fanatics

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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.......................................................................................... 8

Specifications .............................................................................................9

Warranty Information ................................................................................ 11

International Information............................................................................ 12

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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 P, X, & Q Tweeter Systems. We suggest you save this manual for
future reference.

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

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ACKAGE

FNP1401x

(2) FNP1401 Tweeters

Includes 3/4" [20mm] mylar dome tweeter, flush mount housing,

surface mount housing, wedge mount housing
(2) Tweeter Mounting Brackets
(4) #8 32 x .500 Screws
(4) #8 32 Black Nuts
(8) #8 x .75 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .110 Male Fast-on Connectors
(2) FNP141x High-Pass Crossovers
(12')24 gauge Speaker Wire

FNX1401x

(2) FNX1401 Tweeters

Includes 3/4" [20mm] silk dome tweeter, flush mount housing,

surface mount housing, wedge mount housing
(2) Tweeter Mounting Brackets
(4) #8 32 x .500 Screws
(4) #8 32 Black Nuts
(8) #8 x .75 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .110 Male Fast-on Connectors
(2) FNX141x High-Pass Crossovers
(12')24 gauge Speaker Wire

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FNQ1401x

(2) FNQ1401 Tweeters

Includes 3/4" [20mm] aluminum dome tweeter, flush mount housing,

surface mount housing, wedge mount housing
(2) Tweeter Mounting Brackets
(4) #8 32 x .500 Screws
(4) #8 32 Black Nuts
(8) #8 x .75 Phillips Screws
(2) .110 Female Fast-on Connectors
(2) .110 Male Fast-on Connectors
(2) FNQ141x High-Pass Crossovers
(12')24 gauge Speaker Wire

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ESIGN FEATURES

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Tweeters

1. 3/4" (20mm) Dome Tweeter – To ensure accurate high frequency reproduction,

the tweeter dome must be both light and strong.

• The

• The

• The

2. Aluminum Voice Coil Former – Just like all Rockford Fosgate woofers, all

Fanatic tweeters use an aluminum voice coil former for more efficient heat

dissipation. Dissipating the heat is key to long life and high power handling, so

go ahead and crank it up!

3. Ferrofluid Cooling – This synthetic fluid is held in place in the magnetic gap. It

bathes the voice coil allowing higher power handling and greater reliability.

2, 3, 4

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Fanatic P

Fanatic X
Fanatic Q

Silk

surround for the ultimate in high frequency reproduction

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tweeter uses a
tweeter uses a

tweeter uses an

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Mylar

Silk

Aluminum

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dome for superb high frequency reproduction

dome for smooth high frequency response

dome for strength combined with a

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4. Neodymium Magnet – What good would a tweeter be if it was too big to mount

in your favorite spot? The Fanatic tweeters use a highly efficient neodymium

magnet to enable a very small tweeter to have very big performance.

5. 3-Way Mounting – We made the tweeter small, and we've made it easy to

mount. Every Fanatic tweeter includes flush, surface and wedge mounting

hardware for the ultimate in installation flexiblity.

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ESIGN FEATURES

Crossovers

6. High-Pass Butterworth Crossover – The steep slope of the crossover

gives the tweeter better power handling.

• The

Fanatic P

crossover

• The

Fanatic Q

7. Optical Compression – This built-in protection circuit limits power to the
tweeter when the “danger” threshold is exceeded. Because it simply
limits power and doesn't shut the tweeter off, this circuit is completely
inaudible.

8. Compact In-line Crossover – The small size of this crossover means it
will fit in the tightest locations, making installation a breeze.

9. Punch Amp Style Crossover – Cosmetically matches the best amplifiers
in the world! Also has a removable, see through cover to allow for access
to the tweeter pad.

10. Gold-Plated Screw Terminals– Terminals plated in gold for maximum
resistance to corrosion to ensure great sound for years to come. These
terminals accept bare wire or 1/4" spade lug connectors.

11. Tweeter Pad – In some installations, you may find that the tweeter
location is much closer to your ears than the midrange. This pad allows
you to match the tweeter level to the midrange for the best balance.

and

Fanatic X

features a 24dB per octave high-pass crossover

feature an 18dB per octave high-pass

• The

Fanatic P

• The

Fanatic Q

12. Tweeter Phase Switch – This 0°/180° switch allows easy comparison
of tweeter phase without disconnecting speaker wires. Simply leave the
switch in the position that sounds best in your particular installation.

13. Mylar Capacitors – These high-end, “low-loss” capacitors are used to
maintain maximum sound quality.

and

Fanatic X

features a 0dB/–3dB/–6dB tweeter pad

feature a 0dB/–3dB tweeter pad

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NSTALLATION

Tools Needed

The following is a list of some of the tools necessary for the installation of your
speakers.

Power Drill with assorted bits #2 Phillips Screwdriver
Tape Measure Voltmeter

General

1. For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to beginning
the installation.

2. Never run wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires inside the vehicle
provides the best protection.

3. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic
grommets to protect any wires routed through metal.

4. Mount the speakers/crossovers away from electrical sources (other than the
amplifier), i.e., power cables, electronic fuel pumps, vehicle computers,
and other potential noise sources.

5. Mount the speakers/crossovers away from areas of extreme heat or
moisture.

Tweeters

1. When mounting the tweeter(s) in the door of a vehicle, make sure they do
not interfere with either the door or window operation.

2. Please refer to the Specifications section of this manual for proper
mounting diameter and depth of the tweeters.

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ONSIDERATIONS

Crossovers

1. Make sure there is a flat area large enough for the crossover to mount.

2. For best results, mount the crossover(s) next to the amplifier for a decorative
finish to the installation and to provide an easy upgrade (no new wires to
run) for a bi-amp Rockford Fosgate system in the future.

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OUNTING LOCATION

A solid front stage with a good image is one of the most difficult tasks to achieve
in a vehicle. No car has the optimum listening environment. This makes proper
sound staging very difficult to accomplish. Most speakers tend to be placed
where they will fit easily, as opposed to where they can perform the best.

mounting location of your speakers will have a great effect on the sound quality
of your stereo system. The special care taken to place the speakers will yield
many hours of listening enjoyment in return. Several important recommenda­tions should be followed.

• Place the speakers where they have a direct
path to the listening area.

• For the best integration between the midrange
and tweeter, the tweeter should be placed
less than 2" from the midrange. (Figure 1)

• If you cannot place the tweeter less than 2"
from the midrange, then place the tweeter
more than 7" from the midrange. Placing
the tweeter 2"-7" from the midrange can
cause destructive interference (frequency
response problems) which will affect the
speaker's ability to reproduce the frequency range around the crossover
frequency of the system.

• Whenever possible, place the tweeter directly above or below the midrange
as this maximizes the imaging (point source) capability of the speakers.
(Figure 2)

Figure 1

The

2" or less

Figure 2-A

• Sound radiated from a “point source” has the most optimum stereo imaging
because the separation of the acoustical centers between the midrange and
tweeter for each channel is at the optimum. Figure 2-A describes a
horizontal speaker alignment. In a closed environment such as an
automobile, horizontal speaker alignment can cause severe amplitude and
phase differences which will degrade not only the imaging, but also the
frequency response. This is due to the path length differences between the

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Figure 2-B