DS18 HYDRO NXL-X8TP.NS MARINE TOWER POD FOR 8″ SPEAKERS Owner’s Manual

: June 5, 2024
: DS18 HYDRO

Table of Contents

DS18 HYDRO NXL-X8TP.NS MARINE TOWER POD FOR 8″ SPEAKERS
FEATURES
PACKAGING INCLUDES
INSTALLATION
WIRING
SPECIFICATIONS
MEASUREMENT
WARRANTY
References
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DS18 HYDRO NXL-X8TP.NS MARINE TOWER POD FOR 8″ SPEAKERS

DS18-HYDRO-NXL-
X8TP-NS-MARINE-TOWER-POD-FOR-8-SPEAKERS-PRODUCT

FEATURES

Pair of empty enclosures to use with your favorite DS18 8” Speakers
IP65 Marine Grade Compliant Specifications, 100% UV Stable
Integrated RGB LED Lighting
LED Controller with Smartphone App Available For Multi-Function RGB LED Lighting option (Sold Separately)

PACKAGING INCLUDES

(2) NXL-X8TP.NS Marine Towers
(2) Mounting clamps (Pre-Installed on speakers)
(4) M6 x 15mm bolts (Pre-Installed)
(6) Rubber clamp adapters (1/8” thickness)

INSTALLATION

READ BEFORE INSTALLATION

Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before attempting to install these speakers.
For safety, disconnect the negative battery terminal from the battery prior to beginning the installation.
For easier assembly, we suggest you have all your tools in hand- Drill, Allen set, Crimp, Soldering iron, Wire Strippers, Heat-shrink, etc.
Use high-quality “Waterproof’ connectors for a reliable installation and to minimize signal or power loss.
Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tank, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines or electrical wiring when working on any vehicle. If installing in a boat, make sure not cut or drill through the main hull.
Never run wires near fuel lines or power (if possible). Running the wires inside the hull or car area provides the best protection.
Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through metal, especially the tower.
Make sure that the mounting clamp or “L” bracket are tight before leaving the dock.
Decide early what type of LED lighting you want (if any) and wire accordingly

(NOTE: If you want “Dancing Light” look to the WiFi or RF or BT remote- controlled LED light box. The easy way to have lighting … YOUR way!)

INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT

An Electric Drill With Bits
Allen / Hex Key / Wrench Set
Philips Head And Standard Screw Drivers
Wire Strippers
Crimping Tool
Vom (Electronic Volt Ohm Meter)
Heat Shrink Tubing And Heat Gun
Soldering Iron
Electronic (Rosen Not Acid Core) solder

BEGINNING MOUNTING

Step 1: Install your preferred speaker on the tower by connecting the speaker cables inside and then securing it with the supplied mesh and screws.
Step 2: Find a GOOD location that allows for easy wiring of the speaker (and LED lights) -PLUS does NOT impair your movement around the location.
Step 3: Using the supplied 6mm hex wrench spin out the 4-M8 screw that holds the top clamp
Step 4: Drill 015 – 020 mm hole on mounting tube bottom align the clamp wire out hole.
Step 5: Connect the speaker wire AMP out and LED controller, Insulated lock the clamp to the tube.
Step 6: Cut the length of the rubber pad and wires outlet according to the diameter of the installation pipe.
Step 7:Wrap the rubber pad around the pipe and align wire out hole According to the diagram.
Step 8: Push the wire into the tube, press on the rubber pad, and lock the top clamp.
Step 9: Take down the safety rope and hang it on the pipe, lock the screw gasket safety rope lifting ring on the clamp base, and apply screw fastening glue on the screw before locking.
Step 10: If need be, rotate the speakers for best dispersion, this easily done by locating the 6mm & 4mm hex wrench set screw on the side of the clamp base, rotate the speak-er/enclosure to the desired angle, once there… locking the screws tight. Avoid vibration, clamp loose!!!
Step 11: During the mounting process, you should have located the spot to drill your tower bar for the 6 conductor wire (Speaker and RGB lightning wiring) insertion. Or NOT (see Tie-wrap solution below)
Step 12: Remove Wire NBR Plug and Slide the wire through the hole Snake the wire down to the bottom of the tower tube in a location that the wires can be attached to the audio (And lighting) system. Solder or butt connect the speaker wire coming from the tower to the speaker wire to the system. Then heat-shrink it for added protection from water/moisture.
Step 13: When you want to install a flat mounting, remove the clamp and take out the 6 core through it into the flat mounting bracket, then assemble it, see depiction below.

WIRING

INSTALLATION & CONNECTION OPTIONS

If you have an LED Control Module (LED-BTC), Connect as Shown in the Following Diagram: DS18-HYDRO-NXL-X8TP-NS-MARINE-TOWER-POD-FOR-8-SPEAKERS-
FIG-6

To connect without LED Control Module (LED-BTC), Connect as Shown in the Following Diagram:

Black wire”BK” connected to battery Positive (+) 12V
White Color Light “R”; “B” and “G” connected to battery Negative (-)
Green Color Light “G” connected to battery Negative (-)
Red Color Light “R” connected to battery Negative (-)
Blue Color Light “B” connected to battery Negative (-)
Purple Color Light “R” and “B” connected to battery Negative (-)
Yellow Color Light”R” and “G” connected to battery Negative (-)
Cyan Color Light “B” and “G” connected to battery Negative (-)

DS18-HYDRO-NXL-X8TP-NS-MARINE-TOWER-POD-FOR-8-SPEAKERS-
FIG-7

SPECIFICATIONS

BODY FEATURES

Nominal Diameter ……………………………………………………………………….. 8″ / 203mm
Marine Grade ………………………………………………………………………………………………… IP65
UV Compliant …………………………………. Yes, 100% Stable
RGB LED ……Integrated RGB-LED Speaker Lighting, Integrated RGB-LED Acrylic Ring Lighting
Wiring/Connections ……………………… 6 Core Wires for Lighting and Speaker
Enclosure Material ……………………..Injection PC+ABS
Grill Material ………………………. ASA (Injection Grill)
Clamp ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Die-Cast Adjustable (1″~2″) 360 Degree Rotation Mounting Buried Wire or Open Wire Mounting Optional, Included NBR Pad And Stainless Hardware (Screws, Stop Washers, Hexagon wrench, Safety Rope, Screw fastening Glue)
Front Logo ……………………………………….. Yes, Can be Rotated for Correct Angle Display
Rear Logo ………………………………………… Yes, Can be Rotated for Correct Angle Display
Sold as Pair ………………………………………………………………………………………….. Yes