JBL P550c, P650c Installation Warnings and Tips, About These Instructions, Installation Tips

INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND TIPS

INSTALLATION

ABOUT THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

Installation of automotive stereo com- ponents can require extensive experi- ence with a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures. Although these instructions explain how to install Power Series Component Systems in a general sense, they do not show the exact installation methods for your particular vehicle. If you do not feel you have the experience, do not attempt the installation yourself, but instead ask your authorized JBL car audio dealer about professional installation options.

LOUD MUSIC AND

HEARING

REAR DECK

PRECAUTION

In some cars, fuel tanks may be located directly beneath the rear deck. Before installation, make sure there is adequate speaker basket clearance before considering this location!

ABOUT THE CONTENTS The Power Series Component System includes:

•5-1⁄4" or 6 -1⁄2" or 165mm woofer

•Grille and mounting adapter(s)

•1" tweeter with surface/flush I-Mount™(patent no. 5,859,917) kits

•Crossover network with mounting screws

NOTE: The supplied crossover net-

•	At the installation sites, locate
	and make a note of all fuel lines,
	hydraulic brake lines, vacuum lines
	and electrical wiring. Use extreme
	caution when cutting or drilling in
	and around these areas.
•	Before drilling or cutting holes, use
	a utility knife to remove unwanted
	fabric or vinyl, to keep material
	from snagging in a drill bit or saw.
•	For door installations, check the
	clearance with the windows
	throughout the range of the win-
	dow’s travel, and verify that a
	mounted speaker will not interfere
	with the window crank or power
	window mechanism.
•	If mounting speakers elsewhere,

Figure 1. Mounting the P550c woofer with the grille.

Figure 2. Mounting the P650c woofer with the grille.

Figure 3. Mounting the P650c in a standard 6" opening.

NOTE:The P650c uses an adapter to fit a variety of different 6" openings. Select an appropriate adapter ring and secure it to the vehicle using the sheet-metal screws provided, then attach the speaker to the ring with the machine screws.

Playing loud music in an automobile can hinder your ability to hear traffic, as well as permanently damage your hearing. The maximum volume levels achievable with JBL speakers, com- bined with high power amplification, may exceed safe levels for extended listening. We recommend using low volume levels when driving. JBL accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage

as a result of use or misuse of this product.

work is designed to work with the above-listed transducers. Do not sub- stitute another crossover network or use other speakers when connecting the system (see Figure 7A).

INSTALLATION TIPS

•Always wear protective eyewear when using any tools.

•Turn off all audio components and other electrical devices before you start. Disconnect the (–) negative lead from your vehicle’s battery.

•Keep speakers in their package until final installation. When moving a speaker, always rest it with the cone or dome facing up. Never use force to install any speaker.

check for clearance around rear

deck torsion bars, glove box or

other structural elements.

• Do not mount speakers where they

will get wet.

• If possible, select a mounting site

for the crossover network that is

near the speakers and provides

easy access for connections.

ADAPTER RING

Figure 4. Mounting the P650c in a 165mm speaker location.

•Check clearances on both sides of a planned mounting surface before drilling any holes or installing any screws. Remember that the screws can extend behind the surface.