BLAUPUNKT BMW PLUG AND PLAY SPEAKER UPGRADE User Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Blaupunkt

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
SPECIFICATION
INSTALLATION
COMPATIBILITY LIST
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BLAUPUNKT BMW PLUG AND PLAY SPEAKER - BM 1402 CM4

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Operating and Installation Instructions

INTRODUCTION

Proper system planning is vital in order to maximize the device’s performance and road safety. Plan your installation carefully to avoid
compromising the performance reliability of the system. Consult an authorized Blaupunkt dealer for installation or reparation.
Read the manual carefully before operating the device for the first time.

Safety Notes
Ensure to follow below safety notes during installation and wiring connection: –

Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery. Refer to the safety notes of the vehicle manufacturer.
Ensure positions of the holes are nowhere near the vehicle component to avoid any damage during drilling.
Ensure the cross-section of the cable is no less than 2.5mm2 if the positive and negative cables are too long.
Incorrect installation may result in a malfunction of the device or the car sound system.

Installation and Connection Instructions

Select a dry and well-ventilated location to install the device.
The device must not be installed in overly exposed locations such as on the rear shelf, rear seat, etc.
The installation location must be suitable for screw holes and have stable ground support.

Disclaimer
In no event shall Blaupunkt be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special consequential damages to property or life and whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of our products.
USA & CANADA: This product is not intended for sale in the United States and Canada. If purchased in the U.S. or Canada, this product is purchased on as-is basis. No warranty, whether expressed or implied is provided in the U.S. or Canada.

Voltage Supply

Use the supplied power extension cable to connect to the positive battery terminal.
Firmly and carefully connect the ground lead to a bare the metal point on the vehicle chassis.
The control of the device should be a two-channel control, either via the preamplifier output of the car sound system.
A control solely via the right or left channel is also possible since the low-frequency portion of the music is generally identical on both channels.

Recycling and Disposal

Do not dispose of your old unit in the household trash!
Use the return and collection systems available to dispose of the old device.
This manual may be updated from time to time without any notice.

SPECIFICATION

BM 1420 CM4
Pair of 4” BMW direct fit plug & play subwoofer to upgrade OE speaker installed for selected BMW models with paper cone material including installation instruction.

Normal output power (RMS): 30W
Max. output power: 60W
Sensitivity : 86dB
Impedance: 4ohms
Frequency response: 80Hz – 20,000Hz
Surround: Rubber
Magnet type: Neodymium magnet
Mounting depth: 39mm
Diameter hole: 129.5mm
Overall height: 55mm

BLAUPUNKT BMW PLUG AND PLAY SPEAKER - SPECIFICATION

BM 1420 CU4
Pair of 4” BMW direct fit plug & play subwoofer to upgrade OE speaker installed for selected BMW models with paper cone material including installation instruction.

Normal output power (RMS): 30W
Max. output power: 60W
Sensitivity : 86dB
Impedance: 4ohms
Frequency response: 80Hz – 20,000Hz
Surround: Rubber
Magnet type: Neodymium magnet
Mounting depth: 44.5mm
Diameter hole: 114.3mm
Overall height: 55mm

BLAUPUNKT BMW PLUG AND PLAY SPEAKER - BM 1420 CU4

INSTALLATION

The reference vehicle is the 2015 BMW 5-series. (For illustration purpose only)

BLAUPUNKT BMW PLUG AND PLAY SPEAKER - Reference
vehicle

Mid-range speakers

Carefully remove the trim piece with the help of door trim removal to prevent damage
Lift up the trim piece before slowly slide outward to release the trim from the door panel as seen in photographs
Remove the door handle
Note that the door panel is fixed by numerous plastic clips, carefully pull the door away and disconnect all wiring door latch cables. Be very careful to avoid the damage of the plastic clips during door panel removal
Remove front door card
Remove all 3 screws that hold the mid-range speaker
Side by side comparison of OE speaker and Blaupunkt speaker
Install Blaupunkt speaker using the original screws

Tweeter

Carefully remove original tweeter housing. (Wind down window for easy installation)
Replace the tweeter and insert the foam to the triangle housing. (Door triangle housing has speaker grill and holder for tweeter which is not included in the Blaupunkt speaker)
Finally, reconnect the wirings and door latch cables, reassemble the removed parts back onto the door and tighten the door panel’s screw firmly

COMPATIBILITY LIST

BM 1402 CM4/ BM 1402 CU4 can be installed in the following list of car models

BM 1402 CM4

Series	Model	Model Year	Mounting Position
1 series	E81(3-door)

E82 (Coupé)
E87 (5-door)
E88 (Cabriolet)| 2004-2013
2004-2013
2004-2013
2004-2013| Front door
Front door
Front door
Front door/ Rear side panel
3 series| E90 (Limousine)
E91 (Touring)
E92 (Coupé)
E93 (Cabriolet)| 2005-2013
2005-2013
2005-2013
2005-2013| Front door
Front door/ Rear door
Front door/ Rear side panel
Front door/ Rear side panel
5 series| F10 (Limousine)
F11 (Touring)| 2010-2014
2010-2014| Front door/ Rear door
Front door/ Rear door
---|---|---|---
6 series| E63 (Coupé)
E64 (Cabriolet)
F12 (Coupé)
F13 (Cabriolet)| 2002-2007
2002-2007
from 2011
from 2011| Front door/ Rear side panel
Front door/ Rear side panel
Rear side panel
Rear side panel
X1| E84 (SUV)| from 2009| Front door