FOCAL P 20 FE FLAX EVO Subwoofer User Manual
- May 15, 2024
- FOCAL
Table of Contents
FOCAL P 20 FE FLAX EVO Subwoofer
Product Usage Instructions
Installation
- Pre-installation wiring: Connect the subwoofer using the dedicated spaces on the product.
- Installation: Use the provided screws to fix the subwoofer in place. Ensure that the subwoofer is securely attached to avoid damage.
Sealed Enclosure Setup
For sealed enclosures, follow these steps:
- Choose the appropriate volume for your enclosure based on the provided specifications.
- Ensure a minimum clearance of 100mm around the enclosure.
- Refer to the frequency response and sensitivity values for optimal performance.
Ported Enclosure Setup
For ported enclosures, follow these steps:
- Select the correct volume for your enclosure as per the specifications.
- Position the subwoofer according to the recommended dimensions for optimal bass response.
- Refer to the provided frequency response and sensitivity values for best results.
FAQ
- How can I register my product for warranty?
- To register your product for warranty, visit www.focal.com/warranty and follow the instructions provided on the website.
- What should I do to prevent hearing damage while using the subwoofer?
- Avoid listening to loudspeakers at high volumes for extended periods. Excessive volume levels can lead to hearing issues. Keep the volume below 85dB SPL-LAeq to protect your hearing.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Warning symbol. This symbol is designed to warn the user of the presence of important instructions mentioned in the user manual and relating to the handling, operation and maintenance of the device.
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions.
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus 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 an accident.
- Do not listen to the loudspeakers at a high volume, so that you can hear external noise when driving.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified 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 be dangerous. Contact a qualified professional for all work on the device.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- When replacement components are needed, use only the components specified by the manufacturer or components with identical technical features to those of the original product. Using non-compliant components could cause fires, electric shocks or other risks.
- After any maintenance or repair work on the device, 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 attaching 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. Listening to loudspeakers at an excessive volume can cause damage to the user’s ears and may lead to hearing problems (temporary or permanent deafness, buzzing in the ears, tinnitus, hyperacusis). Exposing your ears to a volume higher than 85dB SPL-LAeq for several hours can irreversibly damage your hearing.
The methods of installing and mounting loudspeakers to any surface (bracket,
ground anchoring, etc.) 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 an incident, accident and/or
any other result or damage of any kind related to the installation of
loudspeakers.
The use of a Bass-reflex enclosure with the P 20 FSE, P 25 FSE and P 30 FSE
subwoofers is not recommended.
To facilitate the Focal-JMlab warranty,
it is now possible to register your product online at:
www.focal.com/warranty
Thank you for purchasing a Focal product. Welcome to our High-Fidelity world. Thank you for choosing our product and for sharing our passion for sound and music. These high-tech speaker drivers incorporate enhanced Focal features in speaker driver design to achieve a powerful, high-quality sound. To get the very best out of your system and to exploit the full performance of its speaker drivers, we recommend that you read this booklet, and then store it in a safe place to refer to in the future. Any problems caused by failure to follow the instructions may invalidate your guarantee. For optimum results, we recommend that you have the system installed by a professional.
Package contents
First of all, check the space available for fitting the speaker drivers (refer to the plans on the packaging) then proceed with the cutting required. If mounted in the factory location, check that there is sufficient space between the speaker driver and the protective grille.
- Keep the speaker drivers clear of any metal shavings and dust particles.
- Clean carefully before mounting the speaker drivers.
The P 20 FE, P 25 FE, P 20 FSE, P 25 FSE and P 30 FSE all boast performances
that are capable of reaching high volumes.
Remember: listening to music at a volume higher than 85dB SPL for an extended
time can cause permanent damage to your hearing. You are therefore advised to
adjust the volume of your equipment to avoid this.
Pre-installation wiring
- You will only be able to begin fitting your subwoofer once you have connected it using the dedicated spaces on the product (fig. 1).
Installation
- Please use the screws provided for fixing the subwoofer and to avoid damaging your sub, the trim on your vehicle or any of its other components (fig. 2).
Dimensions
Product positioning
The speaker drivers in the range have been designed to deliver the most
faithful reproduction of the bass in your music.
Nonetheless, a few simple rules should be followed to optimise their
performance and to guarantee good tonal balance and a realistic sound image.
Ensure that the woofer is placed inside a suitable enclosure (fig. 7, 8, 9).
Ensure that there are no objects positioned across the protective grille, as
this could damage your Flax Evo subwoofer.
P 20 FE
Volume (L)| Fréquence Frequency F-3 (Hz)| ø évent
ø port| Longueur évent Port length
10L
0.35 cu.ft.
| ****
45Hz
| ****
7 cm – 23/4″
| ****
30 cm – 12″
15L
0.52 cu.ft.
| ****
35Hz
| ****
7 cm – 23/4″
| ****
35 cm – 133/4″
20L| ****
30Hz
| ****
7 cm – 23/4″
| ****
35 cm – 133/4″
8| 0.70 cu.ft.
P 25 FE
Volume (L)| Fréquence Frequency F-3 (Hz)| ø évent
ø port| Longueur évent Port length
25L
0.88 cu.ft.
| ****
33Hz
| ****
8 cm – 31/8″
| ****
35 cm – 133/4″
30L
1.05 cu.ft.
| ****
30Hz
| ****
8 cm – 31/8″
| ****
45 cm – 173/4″
35L| ****
27Hz
| ****
8 cm – 31/8″
| ****
45 cm – 173/4″
9| 1.23 cu.ft.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Maintenance
To keep the Flax Evo speaker drivers clean, simply dust them using a dry
cloth. If the protective grille is marked, we recommend that you use just a
damp cloth. 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, we recommend operating your 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 Flax Evo
products to the full.
Conditions of warranty
All Focal loudspeakers are covered by a warranty drawn up by the official Focal distributor in your country. Your distributor can provide all the details concerning the conditions of the 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.
For development purposes, FOCAL-JMLab reserves the right to modify the technical specifications of its products without prior notice. Non-contractual images.
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.
CONTACT
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- Focal-JMlab® – BP 374 – 108, rue de l’Avenir – 42353 La Talaudière cedex – France – www.focal.com
- Tel. (+33) 04 77 43 57 00 – SCCG – 16/02/2024 – v1
References
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