Rockford Fosgate RFA 414 User Manual

PUNCH  
AUDIOPHILE  
SYSTEM  
RFA-414  
RFA-514  
RFA-614  
INSTALLATION & OPERATION  
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TABL E O F C O N T E N T S  
Introduction ...............................................................................................  
Amplifier Accessory Pack ......................................................................... 1  
Technical Design Features ....................................................................... 2  
Design Features........................................................................................ 5  
Installation Considerations ....................................................................... 7  
Mounting Location ................................................................................... 8  
Battery and Charging................................................................................ 9  
Wiring the System .................................................................................... 9  
Using the XCard ..................................................................................... 12  
Resistor Chart ......................................................................................... 13  
Installation ............................................................................................. 14  
System Diagrams.................................................................................... 18  
Rockford Fosgate Accessories................................................................. 22  
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 26  
Dynamic Power Measurements .............................................................. 29  
Specifications ......................................................................................... 31  
Warranty Information ............................................................................. 33  
International Information ........................................................................ 34  
G ETTI N G 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 or refer to the icons listed  
below. 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.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
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Sections marked  
INSTALLATION  
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wiring connections  
installation problems  
IN TRO D U C TI O N  
This manual provides information on the features and installation of  
the Punch AUDIOphile Systems. We suggest you save this manual  
for future reference.  
We stronglyrecommend you have yourAuthorized Rockford Fosgate  
Dealer install the Punch AUDIOphile System. If you do choose to  
install the system yourself, please be sure to read the entire manual  
before beginning.  
PACKAGE CO NTENTS  
RFA-414  
RFA-514  
(1) Installation & Operation Manual  
(2) 4" Midrange Speakers  
(2) 4" Speaker Grilles  
(2) Speaker Grille Rings  
(2) Speaker Grille Gaskets  
(8 Tinnerman Clips  
(1) Installation & Operation Manual  
(2) 5.25" Midrange Speakers  
(2) 5.25" Speaker Grilles  
(2) Speaker Grille Rings  
(2) Speaker Grille Gaskets  
(8) Tinnerman Clips  
(2) RFA-142x Crossovers  
(2) 20mm Tweeters  
(2) RFA-142x Crossovers  
(2) 20mm Tweeters  
(2) Surface Mount Cups  
(2) Surface Mount Baseplates  
(2) Flush Mount Cups  
(2) Surface Mount Cups  
(2) Surface Mount Baseplates  
(2) Flush Mount Cups  
(2) Flush Mount Baseplates  
(2) Mounting Brackets  
(2) Flush Mount Baseplates  
(2) Mounting Brackets  
(2) 6' 24 gauge speaker wire  
(16) #8 x .75 Phillips Mounting Screws  
(4) 8-32 x .50 Hex Head Bolts  
(4) 8-32 Nuts  
(2) 6' 24 gauge speaker wire  
(16) #8 x .75 Phillips Mounting Screws  
(4) 8-32 x .50 Hex Head Bolts  
(4) 8-32 Nuts  
RFA-614  
(1) Installation & Operation Manual  
(2) 6.5" Midrange Speakers  
(2) 6.5" Speaker Grilles  
(2) Speaker Grille Rings  
(2) Speaker Grille Gaskets  
(8 Tinnerman Clips  
(2) Surface Mount Baseplates  
(2) Flush Mount Cups  
(2) Flush Mount Baseplates  
(2) Mounting Brackets  
(2) 6' 24 gauge speaker wire  
(16) #8 x .75 Phillips Mounting Screws  
(4) 8-32 x .50 Hex Head Bolts  
(4) 8-32 Nuts  
(2) RFA-142x Crossovers  
(2) 20mm Tweeters  
(2) Surface Mount Cups  
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TECHNICAL D ESI G N FEAT U RES  
Silk Dome  
The silk dome used in the AUDIOphile tweeter allows linear move-  
ment of the diaphragm and voice coil assembly. The linear movement  
or symmetrical controlof the assembly provides smooth and well  
extended high frequency response.  
THE RESULT: Smooth response for audiophilesound quality.  
Neodymium Magnets  
The high ionic compound of neodymium enables a smaller tweeter  
magnet assembly to be used as opposed to the much larger ferrite  
magnets that are commonly used in speaker manufacturing.  
THE RESULT: An efficient magnet which allows smaller tweeter  
construction.  
Magnetic Fluid Cooling  
Magnetic fluid is a synthetic liquid consisting of microscopic mag-  
netic particles. The fluid has four times the thermal conductivity as air  
which makes it an ideal cooling agent. Magnetic fluid is injected into  
the voice coil gap which helps dissipate heat generated by the voice  
coil.  
THE RESULT: A thermal conductor which allows increased power  
handling.  
Swivel Mount Design  
The tweeter is encapsulated in a variable swivel housing. This design  
allows direct dispersion of the tweeter in order to accommodate  
various mounting positions. The swivel mount design allows the  
tweeter to maximize its sonic potential.  
THE RESULT: Precise tweeter imaging regardless of mounting position.  
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Midrange Features  
Nitrile Rubber Surround  
The nitrile material is resilient to temperature variations and provides  
a consistent support necessary of the linear motion of the speaker  
cone, In addition, the inherent damping capabilities eliminates the  
transmission of sonic disturbances between the cone and the frame of  
the speaker. Thisgreatlyimprovesthe clarityofthe speaker'smidrange  
frequency response.  
THE RESULT: Improves speaker's frequency response.  
Flat Spider  
The speaker's linear compliance is balanced through the use of a  
proprietaryflat spider design. A flat spider provides symmetrical  
control of the voice coil through its cone excursion. Linear cone  
excursion reduces harmonic distortion for improved sound quality.  
THE RESULT: Reduces mechanical distortion for better sound quality  
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High Temperature Voice Coil  
The voice coil is of a high temperature copper wire construction. The  
wire is wound in two layers on a black, anodized, aluminum voice  
coil former. The voice coil former dissipates heat away from the voice  
coil improving the speaker's thermal stability and improving the  
reliability of the speaker.  
THE RESULT: Improves reliability by dissipating generated heat.  
Vented Pole Piece  
The vented pole piece by design, ensures proper ventilation to cool  
the voice coil and maintain lower operating temperatures. The vent  
on the rear of the magnet reduces back pressure and allows cool air  
to circulate in the voice coil gap. The air circulation increases the  
thermal power handling of the speaker.  
THE RESULT: Improves power handling by cooling the voice coil.  
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Powder Coat Finish  
Powder coating has long been the industry standard for durability in  
protective metal finishes. A dry powder (non-aerosol) is electrostati-  
cally applied to the metal and bakedon to provide a hard shell-  
likefinish. As an additional benefit, powder coating is the only  
finishing process that releases no toxic chemicals into our ozone.  
THE RESULT: A durable and earth friendlymetal finish.  
Crossover Features  
Optical Compression Circuit  
The speaker's linear compliance is balanced through the use of a  
proprietaryflat spider design. A flat spider provides symmetrical  
control of the voice coil through its cone excursion. Linear cone  
excursion reduces harmonic distortion for improved sound quality.  
THE RESULT: Reduces mechanical distortion for better sound quality  
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Series Notch Filter  
The Series Notch Filter compensates for the inductive load presented  
by the driver (speaker). The filter's primary function is to dampen and  
eliminate the effect that driver resonance has on the crossover. The  
Series Notch Filter flattens out the inductive load which greatly  
improves driver performance by providing a stablecrossover point.  
THE RESULT: Improves driver performance by reducing resonant  
peak.  
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Zobel Network  
The Zobel network compensate for the impedance rise presented by  
the driver (speaker). The network flattens out the gradual impedance  
rise produced by the voice coil which typically results in high  
frequency rolloff. The Zobel Network compensates for this natural  
rolloff which allows the driver to produce a more linear response up  
to the tweeter crossover point.  
THE RESULT: Compensates for natural high frequency rolloff of  
midrange.  
Adjustable Tweeter Level Matching  
The RFA-142x utilizes a series power resistor for tweeter level  
matching. The factory set tweeter output level is 0dB, however, can  
be reduced 3dBto create a smoothertransition between the midrange  
and tweeter. The ability to level match allows the system to be custom  
tunedfor a particular listener or setup.  
THE RESULT: Allows custom setup of tweeter output level.  
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DESIGN FEATURES  
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1. Wire Mesh Grille The Wire Mesh Grille protects the tweeter  
diaphragm from foreign objects and curious fingers.  
2. Input Terminals The +Terminal indicates the positive/plus  
terminal of the speaker. The “–” Terminal indicates the negative/  
minus terminal of the speaker. These terminals connect to the  
corresponding output of the supplied crossover.  
3. Variable Mount Logo The Diamond Rlogo can be orientated  
in its housing to accommodate vertical or horizontal crossover  
mounting.  
4. Input Screw Terminals The Input Screw Terminals connect to  
the outputs of the amplifier. These terminals accept bare wire or  
1/4" spade lugs and are gold-plated to resist corrosion.  
5. Output Screw Terminals The Output Screw Terminals connect  
to the input of the tweeter and midrange. These terminals accept  
bare wire or 1/4" spade lugs and are gold-plated to resist corro-  
sion.  
6. Surface Mount Cup This cup is used to surface mountthe  
tweeter on a panel.  
7. Flush Mount Cup This cup is used to recess or flush mountthe  
tweeter into a panel.  
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INSTALLATIO N CO NSID ERATIO NS  
Tools Needed  
The following is a list of some of the tools necessary for the installation  
of your speakers.  
Power Drill with assorted bits  
Tape Measure  
#2 Phillips Screwdriver  
Hole Saw (2")  
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 of  
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.  
Speakers  
1. Make sure there is an area large enough of the speaker to mount.  
Warning! Failure to do this can cause damage to the speaker if the  
speaker frame is bent during installation.  
2. Check to see that the location is deep enough for the speaker(s) and  
the location does not interfere with the normal operation of the  
vehicle.  
3. When mounting the speaker(s) in the door of a vehicle, make sure  
the speaker(s) do not interfere with either the door or window  
operation.  
4. When mounting the speaker(s) on the rear deck of the vehicle, check  
the operation ofthe rearhatch ortrunklid. Make sure the torsion bars  
and other moving parts are not obstructed by the speaker(s) instal-  
lation.  
Please refer to the Specifications section of this manual for proper  
mounting diameter and depth of the speaker(s).  
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 provide an easy upgrade (no  
new wires to run) for a bi-amp Rockford Fosgate system in the future.  
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MO UNTING LO CATIO N  
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. The 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 recommenda-  
tions 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 tweetershould  
be placed lessthan 2"from the midrange.  
(Figure 1)  
2" or less  
Ifyou cannotplace the tweeterlessthan  
2" from the midrange, then place the  
tweetermore than 7"from the midrange.  
Placing the tweeter 2"-7" from the  
midrange can cause destructive inter-  
ference (frequencyresponse problems)which willaffectthe speaker's  
ability to reproduce the frequency range around the crossover  
frequency of the system.  
Figure 1  
Whenever possible, place the tweeter directly above or below the  
midrange as this maximizes the imaging (point source) capability of  
the espeakrs. (Figure 2)  
Figure 2-A  
Figure 2-B  
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Sound radiated from a point sourcehas 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 environ-  
ment 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 midrange and tweeter.  
Figure 2-B displays a vertical alignment between the midrange and  
tweeter. With a vertical alignment, the path length difference  
between the midrange and tweeter are reduced to a minimum. The  
resultisa negligible difference in path lengthsbetween the midrange  
and tweeter regardless of the proximity of the listener to the  
speakers. Mounting the speaker with minimum path length differ-  
ence will ensure the best staging an imaging possible from your  
audio system.  
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Mounting the Midrange  
1. Cut the proper size hole for the midrange/woofer.  
For the RFA-44, cut a 4" (101.6mm) diameter hole  
For the RFA-54, cut a 41516"  
For the RFA-64, cut a 52732"" (148.4mm) diameter hole  
2. Place the mounting ring over the mounting hole and mark the  
location of the screw mounting holes.  
3. Remove the ring. Drill the holes for the screws using a 1/8" drill bit.  
4. Route the wire through the hole.  
5. Installthe screw clips(Tinnerman clips)overthe screw holes. Place  
the mounting ring over the hole.  
6. Attach the wires and be sure to observe the proper speaker polarity.  
7. Place the speaker into the hole and screw the speaker into place.  
Be careful not to bend the speaker frame during this step.  
8. Press the speaker grille into the mounting ring.  
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Mounting  
Baffle  
Mounting  
Screw  
Surface  
Mount  
Baseplate  
Surface  
Mount  
Cup  
Front View  
(twist clockwise to lock)  
Exploded View  
Use when mounting tweeter to a solid surface (metal, wood, etc.)  
Surface Mount Tweeter (Method #2)  
Mounting  
Baffle  
Mounting  
Bolt  
Nut  
Surface  
Mount  
Baseplate  
Surface  
Mount  
Cup  
Front View  
(twist clockwise to lock)  
Exploded View  
Use when mounting tweeter to a surface needing reinforcement  
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Mounting  
Bolt  
Mounting  
Baffle  
Nut  
2" Cutout  
Flush  
Flush  
Mount  
Cup  
Bracket  
Mount  
Baseplate  
Rear View  
(twist clockwise to lock)  
Exploded View  
Crossover Connections  
HP CROSSOVER  
LP CROSSOVER  
TWEETER  
PROTECTION  
TWEETER  
(Rear View)  
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Input  
Mid  
Output  
Tweeter  
Output  
OUTPUT  
FROM  
AMPLIFIER  
+
Striped Wire indicates +terminal of tweeter  
Be Sure to Maintain Speaker Polarity  
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Midrange  
Output  
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To bandpass the midrange, it is necessary to add a 400µf  
capacitor in series with the speaker  
Tweeter Level Matching  
Cut jumper  
wire for 3dB  
Factory set tweeter level is 0dB  
Cut jumper wire on bottom of crossover to reduce  
tweeter level by 3dB  
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ACTIVE TWEETER PROTECTION  
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Configure logo into desired position and snap into place  
Vertical Logo Mounting  
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TR O U BL E SH O O T I N G  
Symptom  
Diagnosis  
Remedy  
No sound from  
speakers  
Wiresbetween amplifier, Check and repair or replace  
crossover and speakers wiring as needed.  
not connected properly.  
Amplifier has no output. Check system with known  
working amplifier and re-  
pair or replace as needed.  
Speakerwiresare shorted  
to each other or to the  
chassis of the vehicle.  
Check for shorts in the wir-  
ing with a volt/ohm meter  
and repair or replace wires  
as needed  
Speakers are blown.  
Check system with known  
working speaker and repair  
or replace as needed.  
Check wiring and repair or  
replace as needed.  
Incorrect wiring be-  
tween crossover and  
speakers  
Distorted sound  
from speakers  
Tweeters burn  
Check gain settings on am-  
plifier and readjust as neces-  
sary  
Excessive clipping from  
amplifier  
upeasily  
Check settings on equalizer  
and readjust as necessary  
Equalizer in system (if  
available) has excessive  
boost in the high fre-  
quency range  
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Symptom  
Diagnosis  
Remedy  
Engi ne Noise  
from One or  
More Speakers  
Speaker wires shorted to Check for shorts in the wir-  
chassis of vehicle.  
ing with a volt/ohm meter  
and repair or replace wires  
as needed.  
Speaker wires are routed Re-route speaker wiring  
near radiated noise away from noise sources.  
source. (Power cables, (Refer to the Installation  
vehicle computers, etc.) Considerations section of  
this manual.)  
Crossover is mounted Move crossovers away from  
near radiated noise noise sources. (Refer to the  
source. (Power cables, Installation Considerations  
vehicle computers, etc.) section of this manual.)  
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SP E C I F I C AT I O N S  
Model  
RFA-14  
RFA-44  
RFA-54  
RFA-64  
Freq. Response  
3kHz-20kHz 3kHz-20kHz 44Hz-6kHz 39Hz-6kHz  
Power Handling  
(RMS)  
50 Watts*  
30 Watts  
50 Watts  
80 Watts  
Nom. Impedance  
4  
4Ω  
4Ω  
4Ω  
Sensitivity  
1W/1M)  
92dB  
86dB  
86dB  
89dB  
Fs (Hz)  
2000Hz  
94Hz  
44Hz  
39Hz  
Mounting Diameter  
Refer to  
drawing  
4"  
478  
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558  
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(101.6mm)  
(122.8mm) (142.9mm)  
Mounting Depth  
Refer to  
drawing  
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66.7mm)  
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3332"  
(78.6mm)  
(45.2mm)  
*Power ratings (PE) is established with recommended filter network.  
Model  
RFA-142x  
Crossover Frequency  
Crossover Slope  
6kHz @ 4Ω  
18dB/octave High-Pass  
12dB/octave Low-Pass  
Protection Circuitry  
Crossover Alignment  
Zobel Network  
Optical Compression  
Butterworth  
Effective @ 6.5kHz  
Effective @ 2kHz  
Series Notch Filter  
Tweeter Level Matching  
Factory set 0dB  
User selectable 3dB  
Surface Mount  
Flush Mount  
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16" (11.1mm)  
1 16"  
(27mm)  
4" (19mm)  
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2" (54mm)  
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(58.4cm)  
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ACTIVE TWEETER PROTECTION  
RFA-142x  
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(Specifications are subject to change without notice)  
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LIMITED W AR R AN T Y I N FO R M AT I O N  
Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the  
following terms:  
Length of Warranty  
1 year on speakers  
30 days on speaker B-stock (receipt required)  
90 days on electronic B-stock (receipt required)  
3 years on electronics  
2 years on source units  
What is Covered  
This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by  
Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealers in the United States of America or its  
possessions. Product purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford  
Fosgate Dealer in another country are covered only by that countrys Distributor  
and not by Rockford Corporation.  
Who is Covered  
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased  
from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in the United States. In order to  
receive service, the purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt  
stating the customer name, dealer name, product purchased and date of purchase.  
Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or  
replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford's discretion.  
What is Not Covered  
1. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, water, theft  
2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product  
3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an Authorized Rockford  
Fosgate Service Center  
4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed  
5. Subsequent damage to other components  
6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.  
7. Any product not purchased from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer  
Limit on Implied Warranties  
Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability  
are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. Some  
states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this  
limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to assume for Rockford Fosgate  
any other liability in connection with the sale of the product.  
How to Obtain Service  
Please call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an  
RA# (Return Authorization number)to return anyproductto Rockford Fosgate. You  
are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.  
Ship to: Electronics  
Rockford Corporation  
Warranty Repair Department  
2055 E. 5th Street  
Ship to: Speakers  
Rockford Acoustic Design  
(Receiving-speakers)  
609 Myrtle N.W.  
Tempe, AZ 85281  
RA#:_________________  
Grand Rapids, MI 49504  
RA#:_________________  
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LEA DETENIDAMENTE LAS SIGUIENTES INSTRUCCIO NES DE  
INSTALACIÓN DEL PRODUCTO.  
INTRO D UCCIÓ N  
Este manual contiene información sobre la construcción, installación y  
funcionamiento de los sistemas Punch AUDIOphile. Le recomendamos  
que conserve el manual para futuras consultas.  
Es preferible que la instalación de sistema Punch AUDIOphile sea  
realizada por un distribuidor autorizado Rockford Fosgate. Si prefiere  
realizar la instalación usted mismo, asegurese de leer el manual en su  
totalidad antes de comenzar.  
MONTAJE  
Le mejor interacción entre tweeter y  
medio se consigue sino están separados  
entre si más de 5 cenimetros. (Figura 1)  
no superior a 5cm  
Figura 1  
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Montaje del altavoz de medios  
1. Corte el agujero para el medio/woofer.  
Par el RFA-44, corte un circulo de 101.6mm de diámetro  
Par el RFA-54, corte un circulo de 125.4mm de diámetro  
Par el RFA-64, corte un circulo de 148.4mm de diámetro  
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2. Use los anillos de montaje de plástico como plantilla. Marque la  
posición de los tornills de anclaje.  
3. Quite el anillo y perfore los agujeros con una broca de 1/8".  
4. Pase el cable de altavoz a través del agujero.  
5. Instale los clips para tornillo. Monte el anillo de montaje sobre el  
agujero.  
6. Conecte los cables observando la polaridad. Mantenga los cables  
alejados pe partes móviles o cortantes.  
7. Asegure el altavoz en la abertura con los tornillos. Tenga la precaución  
de no doblar el marco del altavoz en este proceso.  
8. Presione la rejilla en el anillo de montaje.  
Montaje en Superficie  
Mounting  
Baffle  
Mounting  
Bolt  
Nut  
Surface  
Mount  
Baseplate  
Surface  
Mount  
Cup  
Vista Frontal  
(Gire en el sentido contrario a las  
Seccion  
agujas del reloj para fijar)  
Use la base extra cuando monte el tweeter en una superficie que  
necesite refuerzo.  
Montaje Empotrado  
Mounting  
Mounting  
Bolt  
Baffle  
Nut  
2" Cutout  
Flush  
Mount  
Baseplate  
Flush  
Mount  
Cup  
Bracket  
Vista de Atrás  
(Gire en el sentido contrario a las  
Seccion  
agujas del reloj para fijar)  
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Midrange  
Output  
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400µf capacitor  
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Para hacer un paso banda para el medio se ha de añadir un  
condensador de 400µf en serie con el altavoz  
Ajuste de Nivel del Tweeter  
(Vista inferior del RFA-142x)  
Cut jumper  
wire for 3dB  
El ajuste de origen es 0dB  
Corte el hilo en la parte inferior del tweeter para una  
reduccion del nivel del tweeter de 3dB  
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Veuillez lire les instrucitons suivantes pour l'installation de ces produits.  
INTRO D UCTIO N  
Ce manuelcontientdesinformationssurlescaractéristiquesetl'installation  
des systèmes Punch AUDIOphile. Nous vous proposons de garder ce  
manuel pour toute référence future.  
Nous vous recommandons vivement de faire installaer votre système  
punch AUDIOphile par un dealer agréé Rockford Fosgate. Si vous  
choisissez d'installer le système vous même, assurez-vous de lire ce  
manuel entièrement avant de commencer.  
EMPLACEMENT DE MONTAGE  
Pour bénéficier d'une harmonie maxi-  
mum entre le médium et l' aigu  
l'éloignement entre ces deux haut-  
parleurs devrait être de moins de 5 cm  
entre les 2 chassis. (Figure 1)  
moins de 5cm  
Figure 1  
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Montage du haut-parleur médium  
1. Découper un trou adapté au haut-parleur médium/woofer.  
Pour le RFA-44, le diamètre du trou est de 101,6mm  
Pour le RFA-54, le diamètre du trou est de 125,4mm  
Pour le RFA-64, le diamètre du trou est de 148,4mm  
2. Placer l'anneau de montage sur le trou et repérer l'emplamcement  
des trous des vis.  
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3. Retirer l'anneau. Percer les trous des vis en utilisant une mèche de 3mm.  
4. Faire passer les fils dans le trou central.  
5. Installer les clips (clips Tinnerman) sur les trous des vis. Placer l'anneau  
de montage au-dessus du trou central.  
6. Connecter les fils au haut-parleur en respectant les polarités. Eloigner les  
fils de toute partie tranchante ou mobile du véhicule.  
7. Placer le haut-parleur au-dussus du trou central. Visser le haut-parleur  
dans son emplacement. Faire attention à ne pas tordre le chassis du  
haut-parleur durant cette étape de montage.  
8. Mettre la grille dans l'anneau de montage.  
Montage en surface du tweeter  
Surface de  
Mont  
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Vis  
écrou  
Bague de  
Support de  
Montage  
Montage  
Vue de Face  
(Tourner dans le sens horlogique  
pour verrouiller)  
en Surface  
en Surface  
Vue Explosée  
Ajouter une bague de montage supplémentaire lorsque la surface de  
montage doit être renforcée  
Montage en affleurement du tweeter  
Surface de  
Montage  
Vis  
écrou  
Découpe  
2
de 5cm  
Support de  
Bague de  
Plaque de  
Montage en  
Montage en  
Fixation  
Affleurement  
Affleurement  
Vue Arrière  
(Tourner dans le sens horlogique  
Vue Explosée  
pour verrouiller)  
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Bandpassing the Midrange  
RFA-142x  
Midrange  
Output  
+
400µf capacitor  
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To bandpass the midrange, it is necessary to adda 400µf  
capacitor in series with the speaker  
Compensation du Niveau Aigu  
Vue d'en bas du PCH-142x  
Coupezlepontageau
verso du filtre pour 3dB  
Le niveau de défaut est de 0dB  
Coupez le pontage au verso du filtre our atténuer l'aigu de 3dB.  
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Die folgende Bedienungsanleitung soll Ihnen beim Einbau eine Hilfestellung  
geben.  
ENLEITUNG  
Diese Bedienungsanleitung enthält Informationen für den Gebrauch und  
Einbau des Punch AUDIOphile Systems. Wire empfehlen, sie auch für  
Fragen in der Zukunft sorgfältig aufzubewahren.  
Es ist empfehlenswert, sich das Punch AUDIOphile System von einem  
Autorisierten Rockford Fosgate Fachhändler einbauen zu lassen. Sollten  
Sie den Einbau jedoch selber vornehmen wollen, so empfehlen wir Ihnen  
diese Bedienungsanleitung sorgfälitg zu lesen.  
EINBAUORT  
Für das optimale Zusammenspiel von  
Mittel- und Hochtöner, sollte der  
Hochtöner niemals weiter als 5cm vorn  
Mitteltöner entfernt montiert werden.  
(Abb. 1)  
Abstand max. 5cm  
(Abb. 1)  
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1. Schneiden Sie die richtige Lochgröβe für den Mitteltöner oder  
Midbaβ aus.  
Für den RFA-44, schneiden Sie ein 101,6cm Ø Loch  
Für den RFA-54, schneiden Sie ein 125,4cm Ø Loch  
Für den RFA-64, schneiden Sie ein 148,4cm Ø Loch  
2. Setzen Sie den Montagering auf das Loch und markieren Sie die  
Löcher für die Schrauben.  
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3. Nehmen Sie den Ring wieder ab und bohren Sie dann, mit einem  
passenden Bohrer, die Schraubenlöcher vor.  
4. Führen Sie das Kabel durch das Loch.  
5. Stecken Sie die Schraubenshipsüberdie Schraubenlöcher. Plazieren  
sie den Montagering über dem Loch.  
6. Schlieβen Sie die Lautsprecherkabel an. Kontrollieren Sie, ob die  
Polarität stimmt. Stellen Sie sicher, daβ das Lautsprecherkabel an  
keinen scharfen oder sich bewegenden Teilen anliegt.  
7. Plazieren Sie den Lautsprecher im Loch und befestigen ihn. Seien  
Sie dabei vorsichtig daβ sich der Lautsprecherkorb nicht verzieht.  
8. Drücken Sie das Lautsprechergitter im Montagering fest.  
Hochtöner Aufbau-Montage  
Surface de  
Mont  
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Vis  
écrou  
Bague de  
Support de  
Montage  
Montage  
Front-Ansicht  
en Surface  
en Surface  
(Im Uhreigersinn drehen)  
Spreng Zeichnung  
Use when mounting tweeter to a solid surface (metal, wood, etc.)  
Hochtöner Einbau-Montage  
Surface de  
Montage  
Vis  
écrou  
Découpe  
2
de 5cm  
Support de  
Bague de  
Plaque de  
Montage en  
Montage en  
Fixation  
Affleurement  
Affleurement  
Vue Arrière  
(Tourner dans le sens horlogique  
Spreng Zeichnung  
pour verrouiller)  
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Bandpassing the Midrange  
RFA-142x  
Midrange  
Output  
+
400µf capacitor  
+
To bandpass the midrange, it is necessary to adda 400µf  
capacitor in series with the speaker  
Tweeter Level Matching  
Bottom view of RFA-142x  
Cut jumper wire for 3dB  
Factory set tweeter level is 0dB  
Cut jumper wire on bottom of crossover to reduce tweeter level  
by 3dB  
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Leggere le istruzioni seguenti prima dell'installazione del prodotto.  
IN TRO D U ZIO N E  
Questo manuale fornisce informazioni sulle caratteristiche e sul  
installazione deisistemiPunch AUDIOphile. Visuggeriamo diconservare  
questo manuale come riferimento futuro.  
Raccomandiamo fortemente che is sistema sia installato dal vostro  
rivenditore Rockford Fosgate. Se scegliete diprocedere con l'installazione  
da soli, leggete attentamente tutto il manuale prima di proseguire.  
POSIZIONAMENTO  
Per ottenere la miglior integrazione tra  
tweeter e midrange, vi suggeriamo di  
posizionare i due componenti a meno  
di 5 cm tra loro. (Figura 1)  
meno di 5 cm  
Figura 1  
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1. Practicate un foro del diametro corretto per il midrange/woofer  
101,6mm per RFA-44  
125,4mm per RFA-54  
148,4mm per RFA-64  
2. Posizionate l'anello della griglia sul foro e segnate la posizione  
delle viti.  
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3. Togliete l'anello e forate il pannello con una puna da 3,5mm.  
4. Passate i cavi attraverso il foro.  
5. Posizionate le clips di fissaggio sopra i fori delle viti e l'anello della  
griglia sopra il foro dell'altoplarlante.  
6. Collegate i cave assicurandovi di osservare la corretta polarità.  
Assicuratevi di mantenere i cavi lontano da parti in movimento o  
strutture taglienti.  
7. Posizionate l'altoparlante nel foro ed avvitatelo. Assicuratevi di non  
piegare il cestello dell'altoparlante.  
8. Incastrate la griglia sull'anello di fissaggio.  
Surface Mount Tweeter  
Mounting  
Baffle  
Mounting  
Bolt  
Nut  
Surface  
Surface  
Mount  
Mount  
Baseplate  
Front View  
Cup  
(twist clockwise to lock)  
Exploded View  
Use when mounting tweeter to a surface needing reinforcement  
Flush Mount Tweeter  
Mounting  
Baffle  
Mounting  
Bolt  
Nut  
2" Cutout  
2
Flush  
Flush  
Bracket  
Mount  
Mount  
Baseplate  
Cup  
Front View  
(twist clockwise to lock)  
Exploded View  
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Bandpassing the Midrange  
RFA-142x  
Midrange  
Output  
+
400µf capacitor  
+
To bandpass the midrange, it is necessary to adda 400µf  
capacitor in series with the speaker  
Tweeter Level Matching  
Bottom view of RFA-142x  
Cut jumper wire for 3dB  
Factory set tweeter level is 0dB.  
Cut jumper wire on bottom of crossover to reduce tweeter level  
by 3dB.  
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M ADE IN THE USA  
This product is designed, developed and assembled in the USA by a dedicated  
group of American workers. The majority of the components used in the  
construction of this product are produced by American companies. However, due  
to the global nature of their manufacturing facilities and the loudspeaker parts  
industry in general, some parts may be manufactured in other countries.  
Rockford Fosgate  
Rockford Corporation  
546 South Rockford Drive  
Tempe, Arizona 85281 U.S.A.  
In U.S.A., (602) 967-3565  
In Europe, Fax (49) 4207-801250  
In Japan, Fax (81) 559-79-1265  
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