User manual DEI ORION P6.2

P5.2 P6.2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of the Orion P-Series Component Loudspeaker system. These speakers represent a combination of incredible performance and value. The Pseries die-cast components feature aluminum-treated polypropylene cones and vapordeposit titanium dome tweeters. Capable of maintaining their balance and clarity at exceptionally high output levels, they are the perfect complement to the P-series or H2 subwoofers. The crossovers feature tweeter level adjustment, switchable tweeter polarity, and are biampable for extreme system designs. These high-performance components are built with 4 ohm voice coils, to get the most out of your amplifier. The midranges are available in standard 5-1/4" and 6-1/2" sizes to fit most applications. We at Orion strive to give you all the latest up to date information about this product. What we can't give you in this manual is personal installation or technical experience. If you have questions concerning the use or application of this product, please refer to the nearest Authorized ORION Dealer for assistance or call the Orion technical support hotline at 1-800-876-0800. As we are always finding new ways to improve our product, the features and specifications are subject to change without notice. PRACTICE SAFE SOUNDTM Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered automotive sound systems can generate sound pressure levels in excess of 130dB. When playing your system at high levels, please use hearing protection and prevent long term exposure. Serial Number: Model Number: Date of Purchase: WHAT'S IN THE BOX Included in this box are all the necessary mounting hardware and cables for your basic installation. Listed below is a detailed list of the components included in this system package. Quantity Description 1 Installation and Operation Manual 2 P-Series Tweeter Elements 2 Surface mount hardware 2 P-Series 5 or 6 midrange 2 Passive crossovers 2 Cables (speakers to crossover) 2 Cables (crossover to amplifier) 1 Mounting template 1 INSTALLATION The performance of the P-Series Component Loudspeaker is directly proportional to the quality of installation. Care taken during the installation process will be rewarded with years of satisfying performance. If you are unsure about your installation capabilities, please refer to your local Authorized Orion Dealer for technical assistance. Orion dealers are trained professionals dedicated to extracting the maximum performance out of your Orion system. If you decide to install this speaker system yourself, please read the entire installation section before starting your installation. TOOLS OF THE TRADE Listed are the majority of the tools required to perform the installation. Having the proper tools will make the installation much easier. It is very difficult when you get half way through the installation and discover that you require a specific tool to get yourself through a particular part of the installation. Some of these tools are necessities. Some make the job much easier. · · · · · · · · Marking Pen Drill Bit Drill Bit Drill Bit Hole Saw Arbor 411/16" Hole Saw (5" woofer install.) 55/8" Hole Saw (6" woofer install.) 13/4" Hole Saw (for flush mount tweeter 1/ " 4 1/ " 8 3/ " 8 · Electric Drill · Phillips Screwdriver · Volt/Ohm Meter (Optional) · Assorted Tin Snips · Wire Cutters · Wire Crimpers · Wire Strippers install.) FINDING SPEAKER MOUNTING LOCATIONS Choosing the correct speaker locations will have the greatest effect on the sound quality of the system. There are many different considerations needed when choosing the locations that best suit your needs. The locations must be large enough for the speakers to fit. Care is needed to ensure that the location you have chosen will not affect any of the mechanical or electrical operations of the vehicle. Determining the best location for the speakers will depend on your cosmetic needs and your vehicle's interior. If minimal intrusion in your vehicle is desired, factory speaker locations may be the ticket for you. Placing the speaker in the factory location can often give very desirable results. DOOR MOUNTING When checking for possible speaker locations in the doors, check the operation of the window and all assemblies. There is also a stabilizer stop bar in between the door and the door jamb. This bar prevents the door from opening too far. Many shade tree installers overlook this and check for clearance only when the door is fully open. 2 REAR DECK MOUNTING In rear deck installations, check the operation of the trunk suspension springs or tension bars. These tension bars move in the opening and closing of the trunk. You cannot be too cautious during this part of the installation, In addition, do not locate the speakers too close to the back of the rear deck. Installing the far screws will only be possible with the removal of the rear window. INSTALLING THE MIDRANGE Step 1: Determine where the speaker will be mounted. Make sure there is a flat area large enough for the speaker to fit properly. An uneven mounting surface can damage the driver. Step 2: Check to make sure the space you have chosen for the speaker will not interfere with the operation of the vehicle. Step 3: Using the supplied template guide, mark the hole with a pen. Step 4: Cut the hole for the speaker. When using correctly sized factory locations, this step can be passed. A hole can be cut either with a pair of metal tin snips, an air or jig saw, or with a hole saw corresponding to the size of the midrange listed below. · 4-11/16" Hole Saw (5" woofer installation) · 5-5/8" Hole Saw (6" woofer installation) WARNING: Window mechanisms and electrical wires have a nasty habit of hiding where you least expect. CHECK BEFORE YOU DRILL! Step 5: Run the speaker wire to the speakers. Make sure to keep wires away from sharp metal or other edges. When passing through metal, use a protective grommet. Step 6: Using the plastic grille ring as a template, mark the mounting holes with a pen. Step 7: Pre-drill mounting holes using a 1/8" drill bit. WARNING: Window mechanisms and electrical wires have a nasty habit of hiding where you least expect. CHECK BEFORE YOU DRILL! Step 8: Pull the wire through the speaker opening and connect to the speaker. Be sure to observe proper midrange polarity during this process. 3 Step 9: Mount the speaker- The speaker is placed in the grille ring from the front. Place the speaker and the grille ring in the installation hole. Align the mounting screw holes and drive in the four mounting screws. Push the perforated metal grille back into the grille ring. INSTALLING THE TWEETER SURFACE MOUNTING Step 1: Determine the tweeter mounting location, then route the wires from the crossover to the tweeter location. Step 2: Place the surface mount housing against the panel and mark the two holes at the rear of the housing. Step 3: Drill the smaller center hole using a 1/8" drill bit. This is the mounting screw hole. Step 4: Drill the larger off-center hole using a 3/8" drill bit, insert a grommet and route the speaker wire from the crossover through the grommet. Step 5: After removing the surface mount tweeter assembly trim ring, route the tweeter wires through the larger hole in the housing and connect to the speaker wires from the crossover. (See Figure 4.) Step 6: Insert the excess speaker wire into the hole and position the housing so the housing will not pinch the wires after final mounting. Step 7: Attach the housing using the supplied screws of the correct length for a solid mount. Step 8: Insert the tweeter into the housing and attach the trim ring. 4 FLUSH MOUNTING INTO REMOVED PANELS (diagram A) Step 1:. Determine the tweeter mounting location, then route the wires from the crossover to the tweeter location. Step 2: Mark the center point of the tweeter location. Step 3: If using a hole saw, first drill a pilot hole, then cut out the hole using a standard 2-1/8" hole saw. Step 4: If not using a hole saw, use either the cardboard packaging for the tweeters or the surface mount trim ring as a template to mark the proper size hole. Cut out the hole. Step 5: With the tweeter assembled, route the wires through the hole and the pressure ring and slip the pressure ring over the tweeter assembly. Step 6: Align the tweeter so the logo faces the desired direction then push the pressure ring on to the rear of the tweeter assembly until the tweeter is snugly mounted to the panel. Step 7: Connect the speaker wires observing the correct polarity and re-assemble the panel. FLUSH MOUNT TWEETER ASSEMBLY PRESSURE RING FLUSH MOUNT TRIM RING TWEETER HEX HEAD BOLT PANEL X-BRACKET A DRW-12 B DRW-68 TWEETER WIRE WIRING HARNESS TWEETER WIRE FLUSH MOUNT HOUSING WIRING HARNESS FLUSH MOUNTING INTO MOUNTED PANELS (diagram B) Step 1: Determine the tweeter mounting location, then route the wires from the crossover to the tweeter location. Step 2: Mark the center point of the tweeter location. Step 3: If using a hole saw, first drill a pilot hole, then cut out the hole using a standard 2-1/8" hole saw. Step 4: If not using a hole saw, use either the cardboard packaging for the tweeters or the surface mount trim ring as a template to mark the proper size hole. Cut out the hole. Step 5: Remove the tweeter from the flush mount housing and insert the proper length machine bolt through the center hole of the housing and connect to the spring steel X-bracket. (See Figure 3.) Step 6: Connect the speaker wires observing the correct polarity. Step 7: Press the X-bracket portion of the assembly through the hole until its legs spring open. Step 8: Screw the bolt in until the tweeter housing is firmly mounted to the panel. (Make sure the arrow at the rear of the tweeter housing is pointing in the desired direction.) Step 9: Insert the tweeter into the housing and attach trim ring. 5 INSTALLING THE CROSSOVER Step 1: Find a location for the crossover away from any factory or after market electrical wires. It is recommended to mount the passive crossover close to the amplifier. In the event you decide to upgrade and biamplify the system, mounting the passive crossover close to the amplifier would simplify the installation upgrade. Step 2: Remove top cover of crossover housing. Don't lose it. Step 3: Mark with a marking pen the two mounting holes. Step 4: Remove crossover and pre-drill mounting holes using a 1/8" drill bit. WARNING: Gas tanks, fuel lines, brake lines and electrical wires have a nasty habit of hiding where you least expect. CHECK BEFORE YOU DRILL! Step 5: Mount the crossover using the supplied #8 screws. Step 6: Connect the wires. Make sure the speaker wires for the midrange go to the woofer output and the tweeter to the tweeter output. Be sure to observe the correct polarity. Changing the polarity of the tweeter may be necessary for optimum sound quality. Step 7: Re-install the crossover cover. + - TWEETER + - TO AMPLIFIER WOOFER + - SPECIFICATIONS Model Nominal Impedance Power Continuous/Peak Frequency Response Sensitivity Mounting Depth Mounting Diameter Orion P5.2 4 ohms Orion P6.2 4 ohms 100/150 70Hz - 22kHz 87 dB w/grille 2.75" w/o grille 2.5" 100/150 60Hz - 22kHz 89 dB w/grille 3" w/o grille 2.75" 411/16" 6 55/8" Warranty LIMITED TWO YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY: Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the original purchaser, to replace this product should it prove to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, for a period of two years from the date of purchase from the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PROVIDED the product was installed by an authorized Directed dealer. During this two-year period, there will be no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed, shipping pre-paid. If the unit is installed by anyone other than an authorized Directed dealer, the warranty period will be one year from the date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product. This warranty is non-transferable and does not apply to any unit that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose, and does not cover damage to the unit caused by installation or removal of the unit. During this one-year period, there will be no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed, shipping pre-paid. This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or construction. Units which are found to be damaged by abuse resulting in thermally damaged voice coils are not covered by this warranty but may be replaced at the absolute/sole discretion of Directed. ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND WARRANTY OF NONINFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT. DIRECTED HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. Unit must be returned to Directed, postage pre-paid, with bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase bearing the following information: consumer's name, telephone number, and address, authorized dealer's name and address, and product description. Note: This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of the unit. IN ORDER FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE VALID, YOUR UNIT MUST BE SHIPPED WITH PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER. ALL UNITS RECEIVED BY DIRECTED FOR WARRANTY REPAIR WITHOUT PROOF OF DIRECTED DEALER INSTALLATION WILL BE COVERED BY THE LIMITED 1 YEAR PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY. Note: This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of the unit. BY PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT, THE CONSUMER AGREES AND CONSENTS THAT ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN THE CONSUMER AND DIRECTED SHALL BE RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. © 2003 Directed Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. G37200/05 3-03