Powerbass Oe-675 6.75'' To 6.5'' Oem Replacement Speaker User Guide

Powerbass OE-675 6.75” to 6.5” OEM Replacement Speaker 

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of Powerbass Autosound speakers. You now own a speaker of uncompromising design and engineering from a factory that truly believes in the relentless pursuit of perfection.  Incorporating the highest quality parts and state-of-the-art materials, these speakers display the ultimate balance between high fidelity, extreme performance and long-lasting reliability.
At Powerbass USA, Inc. we are confident you will have many years of outstanding enjoyment from your superior SPEAKER investment.  For maximum performance we recommend that you have your new PowerBass Autosound speakers installed by an Authorized PowerBass Dealer.
To learn more about PowerBass, please visit us on the World Wide Web at http://www.powerbassusa.com

Caution

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels in excess of 100 dB can cause permanent hearing loss.  PowerBass Autosound Speakers are capable of producing sound pressure levels well over 170 dB.  Please observe all local sound ordinances while listening to your PowerBass Autosound system. PowerBass USA, Inc. accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage due to the result of use or misuse of this product.

POWERBASS AUTOSOUND OE FULL RANGE FEATURES

• Advanced Injection Molded Cone: An injection molded PP cone was developed for better bass performance while minimizing distortion. This ultra lightweight cone is resistant to elements of the environment while giving the listener impeccable listening experience over the factory speakers. (OE-400 uses a Pressed Paper Cone)
• Aluminum Hard Dome Tweeter: Ferrofluid enhanced aluminum dome tweeters deliver sharp clarity and crisp treble reproduction. The low profile design makes upgrading factory speakers a simple non-evasive task.
• Wave Guide Tweeter Lens:  A specially engineered tweeter wave guide provides smooth and uniform response giving  more high frequency sound propagation.High Power 2-ohm Prime Voice Coil: These highly efficient 2-ohm coils were designed for greater efficiency and are compatible with most premium factory sound systems  to make your vehicle sound better than ever. features a Dual 4-OHM voice coil design, allowing for 2-OHM or 8-OHM impedances
• High Damping Butyl Rubber Surround: Butyl rubber was chosen to ensure linear travel throughout the entire frequency range resulting in more bass output and higher efficiency while reducing distortion. Non-resonant Basket Treatment: Each steel speaker basket has been treated with a proprietary resonant damping material making the speaker platform acoustically “dead”.
• Additional Features: Acoustically transparent speaker grills*, professional mounting hardware and splice-in speaker wiring harnesses add further value to your speaker investment.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Grills Not Included on some models
• Dual 4-OHM voice coil, 2-OHM or 8-OHM use

Before beginning your installation, thoroughly read this guide and keep it as a reference.  It will give you tips on proper placement, wiring, and installation as well as how to obtain the best sound from the PowerBass speakers you have selected.

INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE

Installation of PowerBass Autosound Speakers requires experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures. This manual only provides general installation and operation instructions. If you have any reserva-tions about your installation skills or lack of the proper tools, please contact your local PowerBass Autosound dealer for assistance.

TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR POWERBASS SYSTEM

Your PowerBass Autosound speakers have been meticulous engineered and designed to handle high power musical reproduction. Despite their rugged construction, it is possible to damage your speaker if they are improperly used.  In general, you will hear distortion as a so-called warning before any damage occurs.  If you hear distortion in your system, immediately reduce the musical level to the point where the sound retains its clarity.

1. Be sure you supply the speakers with enough unclipped amplifier power to drive them properly. (More damage can be done to a speaker by under-powering and clipping your amplifier than any other way!)
2. To avoid any possible sound cancellation from the front of the speaker to that of the rear of the speaker, cut a panel of Masonite or MDF to firmly mount the speaker if the vehicle’s original cutout is too big.
3. When connecting speaker wires from the amplifier or head unit to that of the speaker itself, pay attention to the polarity of the connection. This will insure optimum sound reproduction and performance.
4. Do not mount any speakers or external crossovers where they will get wet.

PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

NOTE: The tools listed below may be required for proper installation.

• An electric drill with drill bits
• Phillips-head and standard screwdrivers
• Wire strippers
• Crimping tool and needle-nose pliers

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

NOTE: Proceed only if you are a qualified installer otherwise; let your dealer do it.

• Always wear protective eyewear when using tools.
• Turn off all stereo and other electrical devices before you begin.
• Disconnect the (-) negative lead from your vehicle’s battery.
• Keep the speakers in the package until final installation.
• Check to see if there is enough clearance behind the mounting surface before installing the speakers.
• When running speaker wires through sheet metal, be sure to use grommets to properly insulate the wires from metal edges.
• Since these speakers utilize a unique low profile tweeter housing that has minimal tweeter protrusion, original factory mounting cutouts can still be used with the factory grills in many cases.
• These PowerBass Autosound speakers can be used above or below the mounting hole. Typically, your vehicle factory’s speaker cutouts will accommodate these new speakers without any modifications. When the speaker has been correctly installed, there should be no air leaks between the front and back of the speaker.
• For door installations, check the clearance of the window and roll-up mechanisms throughout the entire range of the window’s travel to make sure that all obstacles clear the speaker structure.
• Check the available mounting depth before installing the speaker. Use care when removing factory grills, door panels and factory speakers.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Wiring has been designed to work with multiple impedance requirements. The dual voice coil dsign can be wired into two different configurations depending on the impedance requirement of your OEM amplifier.

Both coils must be wired in one of the above configurations to ensure proper operation of this speaker.

POWERBASS AUTOSOUND LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY

PowerBass USA, Inc. offers limited warranty on PowerBass products under normal use on the following terms:
PowerBass Autosound Speakers are to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a  period of one (1) year.
This warranty applies only to PowerBass products sold to consumers by Authorized PowerBass Dealers in the United States of America.  Products purchased by consumers from a PowerBass dealer in another country are covered only by that country’s Distributor and not by PowerBass USA.
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of PowerBass product.  In order to receive service, the purchaser must provide PowerBass with the receipt stating the consumer name, dealer, product 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 PowerBass’s discretion and will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. PowerBass will not warranty this product under the following situations:

• Speakers received with bent frames or water damage
• Abuse such as holes in the cone, surround or ripped spider
• Voice coil damage due to amplifier clipping or distortion
• Product that has not been installed according to this owners manual

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 PowerBass any other liability in connection with the sale of this product.
Please call (909) 923-3868 for PowerBass Customer Service.  You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization Num-ber) to return any product to PowerBass. The RA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the shipping carton or the delivery will be refused.  Please pack your return carefully; we are not responsible for items damaged in shipping.  Return the defective product along with a copy of the original dated retail sales receipt, plus $12.00 for handling and diagnostic evaluation to:
PowerBass USA, Inc.,  Attn: Returns (RA#__________) 2133 S. Green Privado, Ontario, CA  91761
Residents of HI, AK and US territories will be charged for return shipping.  All inquires regarding service and warranty should be sent to the above address.

Removed or altered serial numbers will void this warranty

FAQs

Will changing my speakers change anything?

The easiest way to enhance a car’s audio system’s sound quality is to replace the speakers and, if possible, connect them to an amplifier. Automakers don’t pay much attention to the stock audio system. The speakers frequently have paper cones and weak magnets and are of lower quality.

How often should speakers be changed?

Speakers typically last 10 to 20 years before needing to be replaced if you take care of them. There are many different speaker types, which makes a big difference in how effective, durable, and long-lasting they are.

Can I just buy new speakers for my car?

If you need to replace a damaged speaker in your automobile, there are several options open to you. Unless you truly enjoy the sound of the original stereo system, the majority of people opt for an aftermarket option, in which case you’ll need to conduct your research and discover a speaker that fits exactly back into your vehicle.

Are new car speakers simple to install?

Although accessing them can be challenging, they are usually easy to replace. Even though it’s getting harder to find a car that lets you swap out the speakers by unscrewing the grille, it still happens occasionally.

Can I replace my speakers with ones that use more power?

Although accessing them can be challenging, they are usually easy to replace. Even though it’s getting harder to find a car that lets you replace out the speakers by unscrewing the grille, it still happens periodically.

How frequently ought speakers to be changed?

Speakers typically last 10 to 20 years before needing to be replaced if you take care of them. Because there are so many different types of speakers to choose from, there are wide variations in terms of quality, durability, and longevity.

Will it change if I replace the stock speakers?

Your stock car audio speakers’ performance and sound quality can be significantly enhanced. Replace your factory speakers with aftermarket, high performance vehicle audio speakers for the greatest way to enhance the sound quality of a car stereo.

Should stock automobile speakers be replaced?

Unless one of your speakers has failed and you need to replace it, it is not really worth the trouble to change them out for something better. Upgrade the power amps and add a sub if you want to hear a discernible difference in sound quality.

What real distinction do new speakers make?

You’ll find that changing your OEM speakers can really improve the sound. Music sounds better when played on a high-quality speaker than it would on an outdated or poor speaker. It is more accurate to how it was captured, crisper, and more lively.

What power requirements do my new speakers have?

The best results are obtained by obtaining or even exceeding the RMS, or continuous, power range that the manufacturer specifies that the speaker can handle. A speaker with a smaller RMS range will be better suited for powering with a factory or aftermarket radio, while one with a higher RMS range will perform better with an external amplifier.

Will my factory radio power a set of aftermarket speakers?

Sure, for the most part. Even though the most of our speakers will sound OK when powered by factory settings, aftermarket speakers will unquestionably sound better with a few more watts. The only exceptions are matched component sets and speakers with an RMS power rating of at least 8 watts.

Do speakers require upkeep?

The materials utilised, the design, and the execution of a speaker all affect its capacity to generate high-quality sound. Importantly, regular maintenance is necessary for a speaker to maintain its sound quality.