Rockford Fosgate HPC2205, HPC2246, HPC2206, HPC2206U, HPC2369, HPC2257, HPC2268, HPC2204 User Manual

HPC2204

HPC2205

HPC2206

HPC2206U

HPC2246

HPC2257

HPC2268

HPC2369

Installation &

Operation

High Performance

Full Range Speakers

Installation et fonctionnement

Instalación y funcionamiento

Einbau und Betrieb

Installazione e funzionamento

INTRODUCTION

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 accessories, 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 480-967-3565 or FAX [phone].

For all other countries, call +001-480-967-3565 or FAX [phone].

PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered auto sound 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 source unit if it is ever stolen.

Serial Number: _________________________________________

Model Number: ________________________________________

TABLE OF CONTENTS

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Introduction	. 2	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Specifications	. 6
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 3	Limited Warranty Information. . . . . . . . . .	. 7
Contents of Carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 3	International Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-5
Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . .	. 4
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 4

NOTE: Review each section for more detailed information.

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GETTING 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 Installation Section of this manual. Other information can 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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This symbol with “WARNING” is intended to alert the user to the presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions will result in severe injury or death.

This symbol with “CAUTION” is intended to alert the user to the presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions can result in injury or unit damage.

! CAUTION: To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and follow the instructions in this manual. We want you to have enjoyment from this system, not a headache.

! CAUTION If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed by a qualified Rockford Fosgate technician.

! CAUTION Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.

			CONTENTS OF CARTON
One (1)	Pair of Full Range Speakers		20' (6.1m) of 18 gauge Speaker Wire
One (1)	Pair of Grilles (HPC2204,		Installation & Operation Manual
HPC2205, HPC2206, HPC2206U, and			Mounting Hardware
HPC2369 Only)

Visit our web site for the latest information on all Rockford products.

www.rockfordfosgate.com

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