1. Introduzione
This manual provides essential information for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of your DB DRIVE K5 12D4V2 Okur(R) K5v2 Series 12-inch Subwoofer. Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting to install or operate the subwoofer to ensure optimal performance and safety.
The DB DRIVE K5 12D4V2 is a high-performance 12-inch subwoofer designed for car audio systems, featuring robust construction and advanced components for powerful and clear bass reproduction.
2. Funzioni chjave
- 12-inch subwoofer for deep bass response.
- 1,500W maximum power handling.
- 2.5-inch voice coil with 4-layer 4-ohm DVC (Dual Voice Coil) configuration.
- Heavy-gauge stamped steel basket for durability.
- Injection-molded bowl PP (Polypropylene) dust cap.
- High-temperature voice coil for extended performance.
- KSV voice-coil former.
- High-excursion butyl rubber surround for enhanced cone movement.
- Heavy-gauge spring terminals for secure wire connections.
- Proprietary PVC gasket for a sealed fit.
3. Informazioni di sicurezza
Osservate sempre e seguenti precauzioni di sicurezza:
- Installazione prufessiunale cunsigliata: Installation of car audio components can be complex. If you are unsure about any step, seek assistance from a qualified professional installer.
- Disconnect Battery: Prima di principià qualsiasi installazione, scollegate u terminale negativu di a batteria di u veiculu per impedisce cortocircuiti elettrichi è danni.
- Cablaggio propiu: Ensure all wiring is correctly connected according to the amplifier and subwoofer specifications. Incorrect wiring can lead to damage or fire.
- Ventilazione: Assicuratevi una ventilazione adatta intornu à u subwoofer è amplifier per impedisce u surriscaldamentu.
- Livelli di volumi: Prolonged exposure to high volume levels can cause hearing damage. Use caution when adjusting volume.
- Muntamentu sicuru: Securely mount the subwoofer to prevent it from becoming a projectile in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
4. Setup è Installazione
Proper installation is crucial for optimal performance and longevity of your subwoofer. This section provides general guidelines. Refer to your amplifier's manual for specific wiring diagrams and power requirements.
4.1. Sceglie un involucru
The DB DRIVE K5 12D4V2 subwoofer requires a suitable enclosure for proper operation. Common enclosure types include sealed, ported (vented), or bandpass. The choice depends on desired sound characteristics and available space. Consult a car audio specialist or online resources for recommended enclosure volumes and tuning frequencies for this specific model.
4.2. Cablaggio di u Subwoofer
The K5 12D4V2 features a 4-layer 4-ohm DVC (Dual Voice Coil) configuration. This allows for various wiring options to achieve different impedance loads at the amplifier. E cunfigurazioni cumuni includenu:
- Parallel Wiring (2 ohms): Connect the positive terminals of both voice coils together and the negative terminals of both voice coils together. This results in a 2-ohm load, suitable for ampLifiatori stabili à 2 ohms.
- Series Wiring (8 ohms): Cunnette u terminale pusitivu di una bobina vocale à u terminale negativu di l'altra bobina vocale. I terminali pusitivi è negativi rimanenti sò tandu cunnessi à amplifier. This results in an 8-ohm load.
Always match the subwoofer's impedance load to the amplifier's stable impedance rating. Refer to the wiring diagram provided with your amppiù vivu.
4.3. Cunnessu à u Amppiù vivu
Connect the wired subwoofer to the appropriate speaker output terminals on your amplifier. Ensure polarity is correct (+ to + and - to -). Use high-quality speaker wire of adequate gauge to minimize power loss.
Figure 1: DB DRIVE K5 12D4V2 Subwoofer. This image displays the top view of the subwoofer, highlighting its black cone with a red trim, the durable black frame, and the heavy-gauge spring terminals for electrical connections. The red magnet cover is visible at the bottom.
5. Operating Instructions
Once installed, follow these general guidelines for operating your subwoofer:
- Accensione iniziale: After installation, turn on your car's audio system at a low volume. Gradually increase the volume and check for proper operation.
- AmpImpostazioni di lifier: Adjust the gain, crossover frequency, and phase settings on your amplifier to blend the subwoofer's output seamlessly with your main speakers.
- Guadagnà: Imposta u guadagnu per currisponde à u vulume di uscitatage of your head unit. Avoid setting it too high, which can cause distortion.
- Filtru passa-bassu (LPF): Set the LPF to filter out frequencies above the subwoofer's intended range (typically 60Hz-100Hz).
- Fase: Adjust the phase (0° or 180°) to ensure the subwoofer's output is in sync with your main speakers, preventing cancellation or weak bass.
- Periudu di robba: Lasciate un periodu di rodaggio di circa 20-30 ore d'ascolta nurmale prima di spinghje u subwoofer à i so limiti. Questu permette à i cumpunenti di a sospensione di rilassassi è di funziunà in modu ottimale.
- Evite l'overdriving: Do not continuously play the subwoofer at distorted levels. This can cause permanent damage to the voice coil and other components.
6. Mantenimentu
The DB DRIVE K5 12D4V2 subwoofer requires minimal maintenance:
- Pulizia: Aduprate un pannu dolce è asciuttu per asciugà u conu è u circondu. Evitate l'usu di prudutti chimichi aggressivi o di detergenti abrasivi.
- Ispezione: Periodically inspect the wiring connections to ensure they are secure and free from corrosion. Check the subwoofer's surround for any signs of cracking or damage.
- Fattori ambientali: Protect the subwoofer from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, and moisture, which can degrade its performance and lifespan.
7. Risoluzione di prublemi
Sè avete prublemi cù u vostru subwoofer, riferitevi à i seguenti prublemi è suluzioni cumuni:
| Prublemu | Causa Possibile | Soluzione |
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| Nisun sonu da u subwoofer |
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| Distorted or Unclear Bass |
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| Surriscaldamentu di u subwoofer |
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If the problem persists after attempting these solutions, contact DB DRIVE customer support or a qualified car audio technician.
8. Specificazioni
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Marca | DB DRIVE |
| Numero di mudellu | SB-58148 |
| Size Speaker | 12 inch |
| Max Power Handling | 1,500 W |
| A bobina di voce | 2.5" 4-layer 4-ohm DVC |
| Materiale di cesti | Heavy-gauge stamped azzaru |
| Cappucciu di polvere | Injection-molded bowl PP |
| Materiale Circundante | High-excursion butyl rubber |
| Terminali | Heavy-gauge spring terminal |
| UPC | 731215374418, 782386080233 |
| Tipu di muntatura | Scorri à u monte |
| Data Prima Disponibile | 30 di marzu di u 2016 |
9. Garanzia è Support
For information regarding warranty coverage, technical support, or service, please refer to the official DB DRIVE websitu o cuntattate direttamente u so serviziu clienti. Conservate a vostra prova d'acquistu per e richieste di garanzia.
DB DRIVE Official Websitu: www.dbdrive.net (Nota: Questu hè un segnapostu URL, per piacè verificate l'ufficiale attuale website for DB DRIVE.)
