DSW510/DSW512

DYNAMIS 500 SERIES

ALPHASONIK WAS FOUNDED IN 1976 WITH ONE MISSION,

TO BRING STATE OF THE ART PERFORMANCE TO THE

CAR AUDIO ENTHUSIAST.

In these early years we pioneered such ground-breaking technologies as amplifier fan cooling and high voltage signal transfer which remain a benchmark in high-end audio.

Today, the new Alphasonik is committed to pushing the envelope with regards to technology, quality and value. Our electronics feature audiophile parts and circuit topology designed to let the full musical experience come through, loud and clear. Our loudspeakers employ the latest high technology materials and processes such as carbon reinforced woven glass and titanium vapor deposition to deliver your music with tremendous impact, dynamics and resolution.

We stand behind our quality with one of the best warranties in

electronics. Compare Alphasonik car audio products against anything the competition has to offer. We’re confident you will come to one conclusion...

A L P H A S O N I K H A S N O E Q U A L .

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including DEHP which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer, Birth

Defects or other reproduction harm. For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov

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Thank you for purchasing this Alphasonik product. Alphasonik products are specifically engineered and designed for the mobile audio environment. This manual contains important information about installation, set-up procedures and integrating your new Alphasonik product into your vehicle. With proper care and installation, your new product will provide you with many years of high performance listening enjoyment. We recommend having an Authorized Alphasonik Dealer install your new product for optimal performance and to take advantage of our warranty program. Before installing your new product, please read through the manual to fully understand the application.

Before making any electrical connections, make sure that you disconnect the battery’s ground cable to prevent the possibility of short circuits or damage to your electronic equipment. If your vehicle’s stereo

(head unit) comes with an Anti-theft code, DO NOT disconnect the battery.

If you have the access code for the stereo (head unit), please refer to the vehicle’s owner’s manual.

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DSW510

10” DYNAMIS 500 SERIES SUBWOOFER

Proprietary Cast Aluminum Alloy Machine Cut “Alpha” Basket

Proprietary Cooling Rings for Motor Assembly

Laminated non-pressed pulp paper cone with Fiber Glass

High Tensile Strength Two-Layer Surround for Enhanced Control

Flat Progressive Rate Nomex® Damper w/ Spiral-Woven Leads

Rated at 700 watts RMS / 2100 watts MAX

85 dB @ 1w/1m

110 oz Magnet

Frequency Response: 33 - 500 Hz

Dual 4Ω 2” voice coils

8-gauge nickel plated input terminals

Mounting Dimensions - Depth: 170mm / 6.69”

[Through Hole: 226mm / 8.90”] Diameter: 260mm / 10.24”

DSW512

12” DYNAMIS 500 SERIES SUBWOOFER

Proprietary Cast Aluminum Alloy Machine Cut “Alpha” Basket

Proprietary Cooling Rings for Motor Assembly

Laminated non-pressed pulp paper cone with Fiber Glass

High Tensile Strength Two-Layer Surround for Enhanced Control

Flat Progressive Rate Nomex® Damper w/ Spiral-Woven Leads

Rated at 800 watts RMS / 2400 watts MAX

86 dB @ 1w/1m

118 oz Magnet

Frequency Response: 30 - 500 Hz

Dual 4Ω 2” voice coils

8-gauge nickel plated input terminals

Mounting Dimensions - Depth: 180mm / 7.09”

[Through Hole: 276mm / 10.87”] Diameter: 315mm / 12.40”

Now that you know about subwoofer specifications it’s time to learn about building subwoofer boxes. If you’ve done any woodworking you shouldn’t have much trouble when building a subwoofer enclosure. One of the main differences will probably be the material used in building subwoofer boxes as compared to other woodworking projects. When building a custom subwoofer box you will want to use minimal MDF (medium density fiberboard).

TOOLS REQUIRED TO BUILD AN ENCLOSURE

Safety goggles

Table saw or circular saw

Powered screw gun

Router or jig saw

Variety of sizes of drill bits

Wood glue

Silicone

Wood screws

To ensure your safety while building an enclosure, please read all manuals for the power tools you will be using, as they will include valuable information on handling the tools and safety tips.

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If you’re planning to build your own enclosure and are confused

in what type of enclosure best suits your needs this page will help you choose what enclosure best fits your needs. There are many different types of enclosures. The two most common used enclosures are sealed and vented enclosure. This page will show the advantages and disadvantages of the two enclosures.

Advantages of a sealed enclosures

*High power handing capability

*Great transient response

*Tolerant of minor enclosure size variation

*Easy to construct

*Smooth roll off (12dB/octave)

Disadvantages of a sealed enclosures

*Requires a woofer with a long excursion for better low bass

frequency response.

*Can have lower sensitivity than ported enclosures.

*When using high power and small enclosures, the woofer is not in

an ideal cooling environment.

*Lower bass as compared to a properly tuned vented enclosure above the ported tuning frequency.

Advantages of a vented enclosure

*Increased output around vented tuning

*Higher power handling above the port tuning frequency

*Extended frequency response

*Magnet is in a good cooling environment

*Handles higher bass frequencies with less distortion

Disadvantages of a vented enclosure

*Vented enclosure transient response is not as good as sealed

boxes because of the resonant effect of the vent tuning

*Midrange sound coming from inside the enclosure through the vent

can produce unpleasant sound coloration.

*Loss of cone movement control below vent tuning, which can re

sult in high distortion and mechanical failure of the driver.

*Lower power handling below the port tuning frequency.

Calculating a sealed speaker enclosure volume is a six step process.

Step One:

Step Two:

Measure Height

Measure Width

Step Three: Measure Depth

Step Four:

Step Five:

Step Six:

Subtract Thickness of Wood

Multiply Height * Width * Depth =

Divide the results from step four by 1728

EXAMPLE: 12” * 12” * 12” / 1728 = 1.0 cu. ft.

Complete formula should look like this

Height * Width * Depth / 1728 =_____________

Below are illustrated versions of steps to calculate the enclosure volume.

(ILLUSTRATED EXAMPLE ONLY)

If measured internal dimensions you will skip step four.

12" 13.5"

Step One:

(Height) 13.5”

Step Two:

(Width) 18”

Step Three:

(Depth) 13.5”

Side View

12"

13.5"

18"

19.5"

The wood that we are using is 0.75” thick

The 1.5” that you see in the formula is the thickness of the wood.

Step Four:

Calculating thickness of wood:

Measure how thick the wood is then multiply by 2.

The reason that you are multiplying by 2 is each side of the enclosure.

Width 19.5” - Left + Right(1.5”) = 18”

Height 13.5 - Top + Bottom(1.5”) = 12”

Depth 13.5” - Front + Back(1.5”) = 12”

Step Five:

Step Six:

18 * 12 * 12 = 2592

2592 / 1728 = 1.50 cu. ft.

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Calculating a speaker enclosure volume with a port is a seven step process.

The First six steps are the same as the sealed enclosure. The only difference is calculating the port displacement.

Step One - Six: Follow the first six steps on the sealed enclosure.

(ILLUSTRATED EXAMPLE ONLY)

If measured internal dimensions you will skip step four.

7"

4"

4.5"

13.5"

15"

15” - 1.5” = 13.5”

21.5"

23"

Step One: 23”

12" 13.5"

Step Two: 12”

Step Three: 13.5”

Step Four:

(W)23 - 1.5 = 21.5”

(H)13.5 - 1.5 = 12”

(D)15 - 1.5 = 13.5”

Step Five:

Step Six:

A = π r²

21.5 * 12 * 13.5 = 3483

3483 / 1728 = 2.01 cu. ft.

Step Seven: Formula to calculate vent displacement

A = area | r = radius | d = depth

π * r * r * d = _________ / 1728 = _________

Example:

π(3.14) * r(2.25”) * r(2.25”) * d(7”) = 111.27 sq. in.

111.27 / 1728 = 0.06 cu. ft

2.01 - 0.06 = 1.95 cu. ft. enclosure

Converting a round port to a slot port.

Calculate the are of the round port(s) being used, then use the square root function of your calculator to get the interior dimensions of the equivalent square port. The length (or depth) of the slot port will be the same as that of the round port

To calculate area: (Area is a two dimensional measurement)

Area = π r²

Area Port

A

(4.5”) r (2.25”) r (2.25”)

Slot Port

A (4.5) Port

π(3.14) * r(2.25) * r(2.25) = 15.9

1.5”

10.6 x 1.5=15.9

10.6”

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Model #

Fs

Qts

Qes

Qms

Vas (liters)

Vas (Cu. Ft.)

Re

Rms

Xmax +/- (mm)

Le

Sd

SPL

EBP

Mmd

Freq. Resp.

Depth (mm)

Depth (Inches)

Through Hole (mm)

Through Hole (Inches)

Diameter (mm)

Diameter (Inches)

Displacement

Minimum Sealed

Maximum Sealed

Minimum Vented

Internal Volume

Port Dia/Inches

Port Length/Inches

(-3dB)

Tuning Freq.

Port Displacement

Maximum Vented

Internal Volume

Port Dia/Inches

Port Length/Inches

(-3dB)

Tuning Freq.

Port Displacement

Dynamis Series

DSW510

38

0.58

0.638

6.357

16.21

0.57

3.3 X 2

6.82

DSW512

35

0.65

0.721

6.953

33.14

1.17

3.2 X 2

7.65

5.11

346.36

84

60

172.34

33Hz-500Hz

5.15

522.79

86

48

229.28

30Hz-500Hz

Mounting Dimensions

170mm

6.69"

226mm

8.90"

260mm

10.24"

.137 Cu.Ft.

180mm

7.09"

276mm

10.87"

315mm

12.40"

.184 Cu.Ft.

Sealed Enclosures

0.5

1

0.85

1.75

2.5

2.35

4

8.75

29

35

0.06

Vented Enclosures

1.5

1.34

4

9

35

45

0.06

2

1.79

4

8.75

32

40

0.06

3.5

3.13

2x4

14.25

28

35

0.21

Rev 18.12

Parallel-Parallel Dual 4 Ohm

0.66 ohms

2 ohms

1 ohm

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Series-Parallel Dual 4 Ohm

8 ohms

4 ohms

2.67 ohms

Series-Series Dual 4 Ohm

8 ohms

16 ohms

24 ohms

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Investigate the layout of your vehicle thoroughly before drilling or cutting. Take care when you work near the gas tank, gas lines, hydraulic lines, electrical components and electrical wiring. Do not use the equipment unmounted. Attach this system securely to prevent damage, particularly in the event of an accident or aggressive driving.

Do not mount the system so that wire connections are unprotected or are subjected to pinching or damage from nearby objects. Before connecting or disconnecting power connections at the system power terminals, disconnect the +12V DC wire at the battery end. Confirm that your source unit and other equipment are turned off while connecting the input terminals. If you need to replace the power fuse, replace it only with a fuse identical to the provided fuse. Using a fuse of different type or rating may result in damage to the system, which is not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. Do not install any product where it may be subjected to excessive heat, moisture and dust or where it may be repeatedly kicked, brushed or bumped. Make absolutely sure that the terminals for the products are connected to the proper inputs and outputs from the music source. Never run the wiring on the outside of the vehicle or under it where it can be damaged by road hazards or any moving parts of the vehicle. Use existing wire channels, sills, panels and molding strips inside the vehicle to hide the wiring for safety and a neat appearance.

DISCLAIMER

IMPORTANT: Never cut any metal that is an integral part of the vehicle’s safety or structural support system. If you are unsure, it is best to have the product professionally installed by an Authorized

Alphasonik Dealer. Never sacrifice your safety for sound.

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Alphasonik, warrants this product against all defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase provided it was purchased from an Authorized Alphasonik

Dealer.

The conditions of this warranty and the extent of the responsibility of

Alphasonik, under this warranty are as follows:

1. DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED FOR

WARRANTY SERVICE OF THIS PRODUCT. Information about

Alphasonik authorized warranty service may also be obtained at www.alphasonik.com or by emailing Alphasonik at [email protected].

2. This warranty will become void if service is performed by any one other than an approved Alphasonik Warranty Service Center.

3. This warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to misuse, neglect or accident, or which has had the warranty seal broken, serial number altered, defaced or removed, or which has been connected, installed adjusted or repaired other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by Alphasonik.

4. This warranty does not cover car static, electrical interference, adjustments or labor costs for the removal or reinstallation of the unit for repair.

5. The sole responsibility of Alphasonik under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement thereof, at the sole discretion of Alphasonik.

6. If it becomes necessary to send the product or any defective part to Alphasonik or an authorized service station, the product must be shipped in its original or equivalent carton, fully insured, with shipping charges prepaid. Alphasonik will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred in shipping.

7. This warranty is not transferable and protects the original purchaser provided they reside and made their purchase in the

United States. International consumers may contact their local retailer or distributor for warranty information.

8. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT

PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, SHALL HAVE NO

GREATER DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET

FORTH ABOVE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL

ALPHASONIK BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE,

DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE

OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME

STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN

IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSIONS OR

LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY

NOT APPLY TO YOU.

9. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM

STATE TO STATE.

10. Should you have any difficulties with the performance of this product during warranty or with any Alphasonik authorized service center, you may contact Alphasonik by emailing us at [email protected].

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