VIBE BlackAir Subwoofer

Owners Manual

Congratulations on purchasing your VIBE subwoofer. Please read this manual to fully understand how to get the best results from this product and ensure that all advice on how to look after the product is followed.

Thank you for buying VIBE; we hope you enjoy listening to your product as much as we enjoyed creating it.

Caution

• Do not expose this product to damp or moisture; doing so may result in damage to the product.
• Before wiring, disconnect the cable from the positive battery terminal; failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury.
• Ensure good and correct connections; failure to make the correct connections may result in fire or damage to the product.
• Do not use any functions of this equipment that may take your concentration away from driving your vehicle; do not set up your amplifier whilst driving, doing so may result in an accident.
• For prolonged setting up, make sure that your vehicle is stationary and in a safe location.
• Keep the volume at a level so you can still hear outside noise; failure to do this may result in an accident.

VIBE equipment is capable of producing sound levels that can permanently damage your hearing. VIBE recommends caution when listening at high volume. For safe and enjoyable listening, the sound should be comfortable and clear without distortion.

Limited Warranty

All VIBE products carry a full 12-month warranty, valid from the date of the original receipt and proof of purchase (UK only). The online warranty card should be completed within seven days of the original purchase date. The original receipt and packaging should be retained for this twelve-month period. If the product develops a problem at any stage during the warranty period, it should be returned to the point of purchase in its original packaging, complete with no items missing.

A full description of VIBE's warranty information can be found on our website: www.vibeaudio.co.uk

What Is Not Covered

• Damage to product due to improper installation.
• Subsequent damage to other components.
• Damage caused by exposure to moisture, excessive heat, chemical cleaners, and/or UV radiation.
• Damage through negligence, misuse, accident, or abuse. Repeated returns for the same fault may be considered abuse.
• Any cost or expense related to the removal and/or re-installation of the product.
• Damage caused by amplifier clipping or distortion.
• Items repaired or modified by any unauthorized repair facility.
• Return shipping on non-defective items.
• Products returned without a returns authorization number.
• Damage to product due to use of sealant.

International Warranty

Contact your international VIBE dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country's warranty policies. Visit www.vibeaudio.co.uk.

Warning

VIBE equipment is capable of sound pressure levels that can cause permanent damage to your hearing and those around you. Please use common sense when listening to your audio system and practice safe sound.

Copyright and Legal Information

All content in this manual is the property of Midbass Distribution Limited t/a VIBE Technologies Limited ("VIBE") and its affiliates, protected by UK and international copyright laws. VIBE trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service not belonging to VIBE, in a manner likely to cause confusion, or in a way that disparages VIBE. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

VIBE provides this manual and its content on an "as is" basis, disclaiming all warranties. VIBE does not warrant that the information is complete or current and reserves the right to change specifications without notice. VIBE advises caution when listening at high volumes, as VIBE equipment can produce sound levels that may permanently damage hearing. Users agree to take full responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others when listening at high volumes. Use of VIBE equipment constitutes agreement to this disclaimer. VIBE is not liable for damages arising from the use of this manual or its content, except for liability for death or personal injury resulting from VIBE's negligence.

Wiring Connections

Please follow the wiring diagrams below and ensure that correct polarity is observed. Incorrect wiring may cause the subwoofer to be out of phase with the rest of the system, resulting in a loss of bass.

Series 4Ω Impedance

Diagram shows a subwoofer with two terminals. For Series 4Ω Impedance, the positive terminal of one voice coil is connected to the negative terminal of the other voice coil. The remaining positive and negative terminals are then connected to the amplifier.

Parallel 1Ω Impedance

Diagram shows a subwoofer with two terminals. For Parallel 1Ω Impedance, the positive terminals of both voice coils are connected together, and the negative terminals of both voice coils are connected together. These combined terminals are then connected to the amplifier.

Note: The diagrams also indicate power ratings: 750 Watts RMS / 2250 Watts Peak Power for the BLACKAIR12D2-V7 model.

Run In Procedure

VIBE recommends following the run-in procedure for the subwoofer detailed below. When your subwoofer is used for the first time, it is naturally stiff and rigid. It will take time for the moving parts to loosen up before the subwoofer can deliver its full potential.

For the first thirty hours, it is recommended to play the subwoofer at low to medium volumes, gradually increasing the volume level as time progresses. As a guide, listening for one hour every day will take approximately one month for the subwoofer to run in properly.

You will notice a significant change in sound during this period. As the spider and surround run in, the sound will become deeper and harder, and the subwoofer's output will increase as the suspension loosens.

The subwoofer is like a car's engine; it needs a few thousand miles before it can be driven to its full potential. Driving it hard from the first day can lead to engine damage, which will not be covered by warranty.

Failure to follow this procedure is the most common reason for a subwoofer to fail after a short period.

TS Parameters

Specifications

BLACKAIR10D2-V7

BLACKAIR12D2-V7

BLACKAIR15D2-V7

Technical Enquiries

UK Technical Enquiries

Call: 09067031420

Calls cost 50p per minute. Call costs correct as of 01/02/12.

Hours of business: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm GMT, Monday - Friday.

All calls are recorded for training purposes.

MIDBASS Distribution
PO Box 11000
B75 7WG

International Technical Enquiries

For international technical support, please contact the distribution agent for your country.

Please visit www.vibeaudio.co.uk for more details.