Rockford Fosgate M1 6 Inch Color Optix Marine 2 Way Speakers Owner’s Manual
- May 15, 2024
- Rockford Fosgate
Table of Contents
M1 6 Inch Color Optix Marine 2 Way Speakers
Owner’s Manual
Introduction
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of the world’s finest brand of audio
products. At Rockford Fosgate we are fanatics about musical reproduction at
its best, and we are pleased you chose our product.
Through years of engineering expertise, hand craftsmanship and critical
testing procedures, we have created a wide range of products that reproduce
music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.
For maximum performance we recommend you have your new Rockford Fosgate
product installed by an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer.
Please read your warranty and retain your receipt and original carton for
possible future use.
Great product and competent installations are only a piece of the puzzle when
it comes to your system. Make sure that your installer is using 100% authentic
installation accessories from Rockford Fosgate in your installation. Rockford
Fosgate has everything from RCA cables and speaker wire to power wire and
battery connectors. Insist on it! After all, your new system deserves nothing
but the best.
To add the finishing touch to your new Rockford Fosgate image, order your
Rockford accessories, which include everything from T-shirts to hats.
Visit our web site for the latest information on all Rockford products;
www.rockfordfosgate.com or, in the U.S. call
1-800-669-9899 or FAX 1-800-398-3985. For all other countries, call
+001-480-967-3565 or FAX +001-480-9663983.
If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this
product, we recommend that you see your Rockford Fosgate dealer. If you need
further assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-669-9899. Be sure to have
your serial number, model number and date of purchase available when you call.
Safety
This symbol with “WARNING” is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions could result in
severe injury or death.
Warning
PRACTICE SAFE SOUND
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent
hearing loss. High powered auto sound systems may produce sound pressure
levels well over 130dB. Use common sense and practice safe sound.
Caution
This symbol with “CAUTION” is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions could result in
injury or unit damage.
- To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and follow the instructions in this manual.
- If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed by a qualified Rockford Fosgate technician.
- Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
| Model | M1-6 M1-6B | M1-65 M1-65B | M1-8 M1-8B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal Size | 6” (152.4mm) | 6.5” (165mm) | 8” (203.2mm) |
| Description | 2-Way | 2-Way | 2-Way |
| Nominal Impedance (Ohms) | 4Ω | 4Ω | 4Ω |
| Frequency Response (Hz)* | 42-22kHz | 38-22kHz | 35-22kHz |
| Power Handling – Watts (RMS/Peak) | 75/300 | 75/300 | 150/600 |
| Sensitivity | 89dB | 90dB | 92dB |
| Grille/Trim Ring | YES | YES | YES |
| LED Current Draw | 0.25 Amps | 0.25 Amps | 0.25 Amps |
| Recommended Fused Rating For LED’s (not included) | 1 Amp | 1 Amp | 1 Amp |
| LED Voltage Range | 9-16 Volts | 9-16 Volts | 9-16 Volts |
*Rockford Fosgate determines its rated frequency response range at -6 dB below its nominal sensitivity at upper and lower extents of a speaker’s output.
VERIFIED WITH KLIPPEL
To adorn the ‘Verified with Klippel’ mark, the qualifying company’s
loudspeaker engineering personnel must be trained and certified by Klippel
prior to using the three separate Klippel systems to design, develop and test.
Rockford Fosgate has made the investment in Klippel to deliver the best
possible speakers and subwoofers to their customers.
Diagrams
| Model | M1-6 M1-6B | M1-65 M1-65B | M1-8 M1-8B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Diameter (A) | 7.09” (108.1mm) | 7.09” (108.1mm) | 8.23” (209.1MM) |
| Screw Mounting Diameter (B) | 6.12” (155.5mm) | 6.12” (155.5mm) | 7.76” (197.1mm) |
| Mounting Screw Angle (C) | 6@60° | 6@60° | 6@60° |
| Overall Height (D) | 3.54” (90mm) | 3.54” (90mm) | 4.63” (117.6mm) |
| Mounting Depth (E) | 2.52” (63.9mm) | 2.52” (63.9mm) | 3.3” (83.9mm) |
| Cut-out Diameter (F) | 5.07” (128.7mm) | 5.36” (136.15mm) | 7.1” (180.2mm) |
| Grill Height (G) | 1.06” (26.1mm) | 1.06” (26.1mm) | 1.33” (33.7mm) |
COLOR OPTIX™ Wiring
COLOR OPTIX™ Wiring Precautions
- Do not connect to 24 Volt electrical systems
- We recommend only using the COLOR OPTIX™ wiring chart or connecting to the PMX-RGB. Connecting any other way could cause damge to the speakers or the device you have connected to.
- We recommend installing a fuse (not included) on the Yellow 12 Volt wire whenever you are NOT using the PMXRGB. See COLOR OPTIX™ wiring chart for wiring options.
- Rockford recommends a minimum of 20 gauge wire when hardwiring your COLOR OPTIX™ speakers.
- Never wire the COLOR OPTIX™ lights directly to 12 volts. Utilize either the PMX-RGB or a toggle switch (not included) connected to a fused 12 volt power supply. Refer to the pecifications to determine the size of fuse (not included) needed
If not using the PMX-RGB, follow the diagrams below for proper pin out and
hardwiring instructions.
COLOR OPTIX™ WIRING OPTIONS
| LED OUTPUT COLOR | CONNECT THIS COLOR WIRE TO GROUND |
|---|---|
| RED | RED |
| GREEN | GREEN |
| BLUE | BLUE |
| YELLOW | RED & GREEN |
| PINK | RED & BLUE |
| AQUA | GREEN & BLUE |
| WHITE | RED, GREEN & BLUE |
Connect colored wires on right to make output color on left.
Connect all Yellow wires together to switched 12 Volts. See Wiring
Precautions.
SPEAKER Wiring
There are (2) different options for wiring your speakers.
Use the included spade connectors (included) as seen in illustration 3.1 You
can also utilize the DEUTSCH™/Ampaenol connector (not included) input next to
the COLOR OPTIX™ connector. Speaker Pin Out (wire side)
1 – RED – Positive Speaker Input
2 – BLACK – Negative Speaker Input
NOT included with speakers
Connector is DEUTSCH™ style DT06-2S
Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on
the following terms:
Length of Warranty
- POWER Amplifiers – 2 Years
- BMW® Direct Fit Speakers – 2 Years
- PUNCH® & PRIME® Amplifiers – 1 Year
- Speakers, Signal Processors, Accessories and Capacitors – 1 Year
- All marine, motorcycle, motorsport products – 2 Years
- Any Factory Refurbished Product – 90 Days (receipt required)
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. Products
purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in another
country are covered only by that country’s 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
- Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper installation, operations, theft, water (on non-Element Ready products).
- Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product.
- Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an authorized Rockford Fosgate service center.
- Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed.
- Subsequent damage to other components.
- Any product purchased outside the U.S.
- Any product not purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate dealer. Refer to rockfordfosgate.com dealer locator for more detail.
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 any product to Rockford Fosgate.
You are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.
EU Warranty
This product meets the current EU warranty requirements, see your Authorized
dealer for details.
600 South Rockf or Drive • Tempe, Arizona 85281 UnitedS tates
Direct : (480) 967-3565 • Toll Free: (800) 669-9899
rockfordfosgate.com
www.rockfordfoagate.com/rftech
References
- Car Stereos | Amplifiers | Mobile Sound Systems | Rockford Fosgate ®
- Car Stereos | Amplifiers | Mobile Sound Systems | Rockford Fosgate ®