Rockford Fosgate T1650 2-Way Coaxial Full Range Speakers User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- Rockford Fosgate
Table of Contents
Rockford Fosgate T1650 2-Way Coaxial Full Range Speakers
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, as we provide
specialized training through Rockford Technical Training Institute (RTTI).
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 +001-480-966-3983
If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this prod-
uct, 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.
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.
SAFETY
This symbol with “ WARNING ” is intended to alert the user to the presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions will result in severe injury or death.
This symbol with “ CAUTION ” is intended to alert the user to the presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions can result in injury or unit damage.
- To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and follow the instructions in this manual. We want you to enjoy this system, not get a headache.
- 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.
SPECIFICATION
INSTALLATION
Contents
- (1) Pair Power Series Full Range Speakers
- (1) Pair of grilles/trim rings
- Mounting Hardware
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Before beginning any installation, follow these simple rules:
- Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before attempting to install these speakers.
- For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to beginning the installation.
- For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to mounting your speakers in place.
- Use high quality 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 tanks, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines or electrical wiring when working on any vehicle. If installation in a boat, take care not to cut or drill through the main hull.
- Never run wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires inside the vehicle or hull 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 firewall.
MOUNTING
- Determine where the speakers will be mounted. Ensure an area large enough for the speaker to mount evenly. Be sure that the mounting location is deep enough for the speaker to fit; if mounting in a door, operate all functions (windows, locks, etc.) through their entire operating range to ensure there is no obstruction.
- Refer to the specification chart to determine the proper diameter hole to cut for your speaker model. Cutting and mounting templates can be found at www.rockfordfosgate.com.
- Mark the locations for the mounting screws. Drill the holes with a 1/8” bit.
- Feed the speaker wires through the cutout and connect to the speaker terminals. Be sure to observe proper polarity when connecting the wires. The speaker’s positive terminal is indicated with a “+”.
- On models with slotted holes, fit the speaker into the cutout and install the screws in the slots at the top and bottom. This will allow you to rotate the speaker to match the remaining mounting holes. When aligned, tighten the screws.
- On models with a trim ring, fit the trim ring over the speaker and mount into place using four (4) screws.
- Tighten the screws until the speaker is snug in place to prevent rattling. Do not over tighten the screws.
- Adapter Plate Template – 6.75” Hole Mounting
- Adapter Plate Template – 5”x7” Hole Mounting
- Adapter Plate Template – 6”x9” Hole Mounting
WARRANTY
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
- All other products – 1 Year
- 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 or its possessions. Product purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in another country are covered only by that country’s Distribu- tor 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 operations, water, theft, shipping.
- 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.
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
Contact the Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer you purchased this product from. If you need further assistance, 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.
FAQs
What are Rockford Fosgate T1650 coaxial speakers good for?****
In professional audio, coaxial loudspeakers allow sound from two drivers to emanate from a single source. In comparison to loudspeaker enclosures containing physically separated drivers, this feature enables a wider field of listening to a synchronized summation of speaker drivers.
Are Rockford Fosgate T1650 2 way coaxial speakers good?****
The sound quality is frequently better if a signal is solely separated into high frequencies and low frequencies. Due to their affordability and ease of installation, 2-way speakers are the most common choice for automotive speakers. This is especially true when compared to 3-way speakers.
What are Rockford Fosgate T1650 2 way coaxial speakers?****
Having a crossover, a tweeter, and a woofer all integrated into a single speaker assembly, a coaxial car speaker is a two-way speaker system. They fit in the same hole as older, lower-quality speakers for simple installation.
Are Rockford Fosgate T1650 coaxial speakers better?****
If you’re searching for an all-in-one, reasonably priced solution, coaxial speakers are a good option. However, because the tweeter and woofer are frequently not as well-matched as separate units, they typically have lower sound quality than component speakers.
How does a full-range speaker work?****
A driver that reproduces the maximum amount of the audible frequency range while adhering to the physical limitations imposed by a particular design is referred to as a full-range loudspeaker drive unit. These drivers’ frequency range is expanded using a whizzer cone and other techniques.
Do Rockford Fosgate T1650 2 way coaxial speakers need a crossover?****
You generally don’t need a second crossover if your automobile audio system uses coaxial speakers. The frequencies that reach each driver are already filtered by passive crossovers that are already present in full-range speakers. The built-in speaker crossovers should be more than enough, even if you add an amplifier to the mix.
Do Rockford Fosgate T1650 coaxial speakers need break in?****
There is no need to play a speaker at half power or low volumes for a lengthy period of time in order to facilitate or ease into this, even if it is true that the suspension of a speaker will loosen up with time.
What is the advantage of full-range speakers?****
Since sound originates from a “single point in space,” there are no peaks or cancellations in the frequency response caused by interference from two physically apart drivers.
Can I use Rockford Fosgate T1650 coaxial speaker on home?****
While coax can be used as speaker cable, the connectors will need to be changed. To get them to function with your speakers, the normal F-connectors must be swapped out for RCA connectors. Theoretically, they could work with most speaker types and a subwoofer, but there will be a tone of issues.
Do Rockford Fosgate T1650 coaxial speakers need amp?****
Component speakers and coaxial speakers can be powered by your car radio without the need for an amplifier. However, an amp will enable you to get a much clearer sound without distortion, a louder volume, and power for a subwoofer, allowing you to get the most from your speakers.
Does full range speaker need crossover?****
Fullrange speakers don’t require a crossover (although one resistor may be used to tame an unruly peak), and phase alignment between drivers isn’t an issue because there is only one driver.
Are Rockford Fosgate T1650 coaxial speakers full range?****
Due to their ability to reproduce a wider range of audio frequencies from a single speaker, coaxial speakers are frequently referred to as “full-range” speakers. The drivers in these speakers are identical to those in component speakers, but they have been combined to save space and money.
Are Rockford Fosgate T1650 2 way coaxial speakers good?****
The sound quality is frequently better if a signal is solely separated into high frequencies and low frequencies. Due to their affordability and ease of installation, 2-way speakers are the most practical choice for most car speakers, especially when compared to 3-way speakers.
Do Rockford Fosgate T1650 coaxial speakers need tweeters?****
Having a crossover, a tweeter, and a woofer all integrated into a single speaker assembly, a coaxial automobile speaker is a two-way speaker system.