FOCAL ISUB ACTIVE 2.1 Amplifier User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- FOCAL
Table of Contents
FOCAL ISUB ACTIVE 2.1 Amplifier
Product Information
The ISUB Active and ISUB Active 2.1 are subwoofers produced by Focal. They are designed to deliver rich, pure, and true sound in your car audio system. These subwoofers provide faithful bass reproduction and can also amplify the front speakers in the car.
Specifications
- Type: Subwoofer
- Max. power: Not specified
- Nom. power: Not specified
- Frequency response: Not specified
- Impedance: Not specified
- Fuse rating: Not specified
- Subwoofer phase: Not specified
- SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio): Not specified
- Dimensions (LxWxH): Not specified
- Weight: Not specified
- Storage temperature: Not specified
- Operating temperature: Not specified
- Maximum power amplifier: Not specified (for ISUB Active 2.1)
- Nominal power amplifier: Not specified (for ISUB Active 2.1)
- Impedance amplifier: Not specified (for ISUB Active 2.1)
Product Usage Instructions
Before fitting the ISUB, you need to connect it using the dedicated spaces on the product. Refer to figures 1, 2, 3, and 4 in the user manual for the specific connections.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all the instructions.
- Do not use this device near water
- After removing the product from its packaging, keep the packaging out of the reach of children. It could present a suffocation risk.
- Never use chemical products or abrasive detergents to clean the device. Only clean with a dry cloth.
- Do not install or store the amplifier in the engine compartment or near a heat source.
- If the product is installed in the boot of a vehicle, make sure the boot is watertight.
- The device should not be exposed to temperatures above 55°C.
- Ensure you leave a 2cm space around the device to allow heat exchange.
- If the product emits smoke or an unusual smell, immediately turn off the power supply (turn off the ignition and remove the key) and stop using it. Contact your retailer as soon as possible.
- Do turn on any function likely to distract you when driving. Any actions or adjustments that require more in-depth attention must only be made when the vehicle is at a complete stop. There is a risk of accident.
- Do not listen to the loudspeakers at a high volume, so that you can hear external noise when driving.
- Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
- If cords or connectors are supplied, use them properly as described in the user manual without substituting them or modifying them.
- If the kit or connector includes a fuse, it must only be replaced by a fuse of the same rating.
- Do not attempt to repair this device yourself. Opening the device may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
- All maintenance tasks should be performed by a qualified professional. Maintenance is required in case of any kind of damage to the device (damaged cable or plug, spillages or objects inserted into the device, exposure to rain or humidity, if the device malfunctions or overturns, etc.).
- When replacement components are needed, make sure that the maintenance technician uses the components recommended by the manufacturer or components with exactly the same technical features as the original product. Using non-compliant components could cause fires, electric shocks or other risks.
- After any maintenance or repair work on the device, ask the maintenance technician to test it to check that it is working safely.
- If a subwoofer is installed in the vehicle, it is essential to secure it by attaching it solidly. We recommend to attach the enclosure to the floor or chassis of the vehicle for safety. If it is not properly secured, it could become a projectile in the event of an accident. This is even more important if the subwoofer is installed in a hatchback, a station wagon, a utility vehicle or a van.
- Some users who are not self-sufficient enough to use the product on their own without danger. In particular, children under 14 or people with some types of disabilities must be supervised and/or accompanied when using the device.
- To avoid damaging your hearing, do not listen to loudspeakers at high volumes for long periods of time. Listening to loudspeakers at high volumes can cause damage to the user’s ears and may lead to hearing problems (temporary or permanent deafness, buzzing in the ears, tinnitus, hyperacusis). Exposure to excessive volumes (over 85dB) for more than one hour can cause irreparable damage to your hearing.
The methods of installing and mounting loudspeakers to any surface (vehicle floor or chassis) depend on the conditions and standards of installation, refurbishment, safety and cabling in force and applicable to the surfaces and/or brackets involved. In addition, the products may vibrate and damage the brackets onto which they are mounted. For this reason, the installation operations must be performed by a qualified professional who is familiar with installation and safety standards. Focal does not provide any end-of-use warranty for a given bracket or installation, as installing the loudspeakers is the customer’s sole responsibility. Focal is therefore not liable in any capacity whatsoever in the event of incident, accident and/or any other result or damage of any kind related to the installation of loudspeakers.
Thank you for purchasing a Focal product. Welcome to our High-Fidelity world. Innovation, tradition, excellence and pleasure are our values; our one and only aim is to bring you a sound that is rich, pure and true. To get the most out of your product, read this booklet and store it in a safe place to refer to in the future.
Pre-installation wiring
You will only be able to begin fitting the ISUB once you have connected it using the dedicated spaces on the product (fig. 1, fig. 2, fig. 3 and fig. 4).
Installation
When installing the ISUB, use suitable screws to fix it to the vehicle floor. Take care to avoid damaging the sub, vehicle trim, or any other components. Refer to figure 7 in the user manual for installation guidance. To facilitate the Focal-JMlab warranty, it is now possible to register your product online at: www.focal.com/garantie
Loudspeaker Positioning
To optimize the performance and ensure good tonal balance and a realistic sound image, position the woofer under the driver’s seat. Avoid placing any objects across the grille, as this could damage the ISUB Active speaker drivers. Refer to figures 6 and 7 in the user manual for loudspeaker positioning.
ISUB Active 2.1
For the ISUB Active 2.1, in addition to bass reproduction, it can amplify the front speakers in the car. If you are using an RCA connection, disconnect the plug provided for this purpose on the cable harness. It is essential to strictly adhere to this instruction to prevent any damage to the product. For further information and warranty registration, please visit the Focal website at www.focal.com/garantie.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Maintenance
To look after the ISUB loudspeakers, simply dust using a dry cloth. If the
grille is marked, use a damp duster. Never use solvents, detergents, alcohol
or corrosive products, scrapers or scouring utensils to clean the surface of
the speaker drivers.
Running-in period
The speaker drivers used are complex mechanical components that require a
running-in period to operate at their best. This running-in period varies
depending on the conditions in question and may take several weeks. To reduce
this time, operate the speaker drivers for about 20 hours at a moderate
volume. Once the speaker drivers’ characteristics have fully stabilised, you
will be able to enjoy the performance of your ISUB products to the full.
Warranty terms and conditions
All Focal loudspeakers are covered by warranty drawn up by the official Focal
distributor in your country. Your distributor can provide all details
concerning the conditions of warranty. Warranty cover extends at least to that
granted by the legal warranty in force in the country where the original
purchase invoice was issued.
Correct elimination of this product.
This marking indicates that within the EU this product should not be disposed
of with other household wastes. To prevent any risk to the environment or
human health, please recycle them responsibly to encourage the reuse of
material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and
collection systems available, or contact the retailer where you purchased the
product. They can recycle this product safely.
Focal-JMlab® – BP 374 – 108, rue de l’Avenir – 42353 La Talaudière cedex
– France – www.focal.com
Tel. (+33) 04 77 43 57 00
Fax (+33) 04 77 43 57 04
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