Rockford Fosgate P300-8P, P300-10, P300-10T, P300-12, P300-12T operation manual

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POWERED ENCLOSURE

P300-8P

P300-10

P300-10T

P300-12

P300-12T

P500-12P

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

Installation & Operation

Introduction

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of the world’s finest brand of car audio amplifiers. 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 Rockford Fosgate in your installation. Rockford Fosgate has everything from RCA cables and speaker wire to power wire 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 to jackets.

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.

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.

PRATIQUEZ UNE ÉCOUTE SANS RISQUES

Une exposition continue à des niveaux de pression acoustique upérieurs à 100 dB peut causer une perte d’acuité auditive permanente. Les systèmes audio de forte puissance pour auto peuvent produire des niveaux de pression acoustique bien au-delà de 130 dB. Faites preuve de bon sens et pratiquez une écoute sans risques

PRACTIQUE EL SONIDO SEGURO

El contacto continuo con niveles de presión de sonido superiores a 100 dB puede causar la pérdida permanente de la audición. Los sistemas de sonido de alta potencia para automóviles pueden producir niveles de presión de sonido superiores a los 130 dB. Aplique el sentido común y practique el sonido seguro.

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Table of Content

2	Introduction
3-5	Specifications
6	Design Features
7-8	Installation
	Installation Considerations
	Battery and Charging
	Wiring the System
9	Operation
	Adjusting Gain / Crossover
	Phase Switch
	Input Level
	Auto Turn-on
	Punch Bass / Remote Punch Level
10-21	Additional Languages
	French
	Spanish
	German
	Italian
22	Limited Warranty Information

PRAKTIZIEREN SIE SICHEREN SOUND

Fortgesetzte Geräuschdruckpegel von über 100 dB können beim Menschen zu permanentem Hörverlust führen. Leistungsstarke Autosoundsysteme können Geräuschdruckpegel erzeugen, die weit über 130 dB liegen. Bitte wenden Sie gesunden Menschenverstand an und praktizieren Sie sicheren Sound.

OSSERVATE LE REGOLE DEL SUONO SENZA PERICOLI

La costante esposizione a livelli di pressione acustica al di sopra dei 100dB possono causare la perdita permanente dell’udito. I sistemi audio ad alta potenza possono produrre livelli di pressione acustica ben superiori ai 130dB. Si consiglia il buon senso e l’osservanza delle regole del suono senza pericoli

Safety

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.

•To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and follow the instructions in this manual. We want you to enjoy this system, not get a headache.

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

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

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Specifications

Model	P300-10	P300-12	P300-8P
Description	10” Powered Subwoofer	12” Powered Subwoofer	8” Powered Subwoofer
Power Rating	300W / 600W	300W / 600W	300W / 600W
(RMS/Peak)
Crossover Slope	12dB/Oct	12dB/Oct	12dB/Oct
Crossover	Variable 50Hz-200Hz	Variable 50Hz-200Hz	Variable 50Hz-200Hz
Frequency
Punch Bass	Variable 0 - +12dB @ 45Hz	Variable 0 - +12dB @ 45Hz	Variable 0 - +12dB @ 45Hz
Frequency	35Hz - 200Hz	35Hz - 200Hz	35Hz - 200Hz
Response
Input Sensitivity	100mV - 3V	100mV - 3V	100mV - 3V
Fuse Rating	20A (2 X 10A)	20A (2 X 10A)	20A (2 X 10A)
Overall	13.3” x 18.0” x 8.9”/5.9”	15.0” x 19.8” x 11.0”/7.0”	11.38” x 17.6” x 4.84”/3.69”
Dimensions	(33.7cm x 45.7cm x	(38.1cm x 50.3cm x	(28.9cm x 44.8cm x
(HxWxD)	22.6/15cm)	28/17.8cm)	14.1/9.36cm)

See illus.-1.1 for additional dimensions
Model	P300-10T	P300-12T		P500-12P
Description	10” Powered Subwoofer	12” Powered Subwoofer		12” Powered Subwoofer
Power Rating	300W / 600W	300W / 600W		500W / 1000W
(RMS/Peak)
Crossover Slope	12dB/Oct	12dB/Oct		12dB/Oct
Crossover Frequency	Variable 50Hz-200Hz	Variable 50Hz-200Hz		Variable 50Hz-200Hz
Punch Bass	Variable 0 - +12dB @ 45Hz	Variable 0 - +12dB @ 45Hz		Variable 0 - +12dB @ 45Hz
Frequency Response	35Hz - 200Hz	35Hz - 200Hz		20Hz - 200Hz
Input Sensitivity	100mV - 3V	100mV - 3V		130mV - 5V
Fuse Rating	20A (2 X 10A)	20A (2 X 10A)		30A (2 X 15A)
	13.31” x 21.73” x	14.96” x 25.83.” x		12.88” x 24.76.” x
Overall Dimensions	11.0”/7.0”	8.46”/4.8”		”10.91/7.71”
(HxWxD)	(33.8cm x 55.2cm x	(38cm x 65.6cm x		(32.7cm x 62.9cm x
	20.1/12.2cm)	21.5/12.2cm)		27.7/189.2cm)
	See illus.-1.1 for additional dimensions
CEA 2031		CEA 2006
Power handling on Rockford Fosgate speakers			Power ratings on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers conform
conform to CEA-2031 industry standards. This means			to CEA-2006 industry standards. These guidelines
your speaker has the capacity to handle power under			mean your amplifier’s output power ratings are REAL
continuous demand, not instantaneous power handling,			POWER numbers, not inflated marketing ratings.
that over time can damage voice coils.

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[5.98]

152.0

[8.82]

224.0

[9.85]

250

[7.08]

180

[10.94] 278

[12.1] 307

3.7

94

1.5

38

4.8

123

5.6

141

Specifications

[17.91]

455

[0.59]

15

		P300-10
[13.31]
338

[19.80]

				380		P300-12
				[14.96]

17.6

448

				P300-8P
	11.4
	289

illus.-1.1

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Specifications

	4.8	21.7
		552
	122
	338	P300-10T
	13.3

7.5

190

7.9

201

4.8	25.8
122	656

15.0	P300-12T
380

8.5

215

P500-12P

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Design Features

Phase Switch

Allows you to select the output phase of the amplifier between 0° and 180°.

Gain Control

The input gain control is preset to match the output of most source units.

Variable Crossover

Is a built-in 12dB/octave Butterworth filter with a crossover point variable from 50Hz to 200Hz.

Power/Protect LED

Power LED illuminates blue when the unit is turned on. Protect LED illuminates red if a short circuit or to low of an impedance is detected at the speaker connections. The amplifier will automatically shut down if this occurs.

Input Level

Set the Input Level switch to match the outputs of your source unit.(LO - RCA or HI - Speaker Level)

Auto Turn On

Three different automatic turn-on modes can be selected; REM(+12V), DC Offset, and Audio.

Audio Input

The RCA/Speaker Harness utilizes either speaker level (high-level) or RCA (lowlevel) inputs.

Punch Bass

This is an adjustable Bass control adjustment variable from 0dB to +12dB @ 45Hz.

Power Connector

The power connector allows for quick connection and disconnection of the amplifier’s Remote, power and ground source. The power and ground are set-screw wire connectors and will accommodate 4 AWG. The remote is a set-screw wire connector and will accommodate 8 AWG.

Remote Punch Level

When connected, the “Gain Control” is linked and allows you to remotely control the output level of the amplifier from the dash or center console.

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Installation

Contents

•Punch Powered Loaded Enclosure

•RCA/Speaker Harness

•Power Connector

•Remote Punch Level Control

•Installation & Operation Manual

•2X 10A Fuses Spare/2X 15A Fuses Spare (P500-12P only)

Installation Considerations

The following is a list of tools needed for installation:

•Fuse-holder and fuse. (See specifications for fuse rating)

•Volt/Ohm Meter

•Wire strippers

•Wire crimpers

•Wire cutters

•#2 Phillips screwdriver

•Battery post wrench

•Hand held drill w/assorted bits

•Assorted connectors

•Adequate Length—Red Power Wire

•Adequate Length—Remote Turn-on Wire

•Adequate Length—Black Grounding Wire

This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for installing your new powered loaded enclsoure. Preplanning your system layout and best wiring routes will save installation time. When deciding on the layout of your new system, be sure that each component will be easily accessible for making adjustments.

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

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

injury.

Before beginning any installation, follow these simple rules:

1.Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before attempting to install the unit.

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

3.For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to mounting your unit in place.

4.Route all of the RCA cables close together and away from any high current wires.

5.Use high quality connectors for a reliable installation and to minimize signal or power loss.

6.Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines or electrical wiring when working on any vehicle.

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

8.Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through metal, especially the firewall.

9.ALWAYS protect the battery and electrical system from damage with proper fusing. Install the appropriate fuse holder and fuse on the +12V power wire within 18” (45.7 cm) of the battery terminal.

10. When grounding to the chassis of the vehicle, scrape all paint from the metal to ensure a good, clean ground connection. Grounding connections should be as short as possible and always be connected to metal that is welded to the main body, or chassis, of the vehicle. Seatbelt bolts should never be used for connecting to ground.

Mounting Locations

Trunk or Passenger Compartment Mounting

Choose a structurally sound location to mount your powered loaded enclosure. Mount the enclosure in such a manner that the amplifier has a minimum of 1” (2.54cm) of air gap around the amplifier’s heatsink to provide proper cooling to ensure optimum performance of the amplifier is strongly recommended.

Battery and Charging

Amplifiers will put an increased load on the vehicle’s battery and charging system. We recommend checking your alternator and battery condition to ensure that the electrical system has enough capacity to handle the increased load of your stereo system. Stock electrical systems which are in good condition should be able to handle the extra load of any Prime Series amplifier without problems, although battery and alternator life can be reduced slightly. To maximize the performance of your amplifier, we suggest the use of a heavy duty battery and an energy storage capacitor.

Wiring the System

If you do not feel comfortable with wiring your new unit, please see your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for installation.

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

Avoid running power wires near the low level input cables, antenna, power leads, sensitive equipment or harnesses. The power wires carry substantial current and could induce noise into the audio system.

1.Plan the wire routing. Keep RCA cables close together but isolated from the amplifier’s power cables and any high power auto accessories, especially electric motors. This is done to prevent coupling the noise from radiated electrical fields into the audio signal. When feeding the wires through the firewall or any metal barrier, protect them with plastic or rubber grommets to prevent short circuits. Leave the wires long at this point to adjust for a precise fit at a later time.

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