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1. Surface Mount Tweeter Fixture Phvsical Dimensions Flush Mount Fixture Outer Diameter A 1 87 in 475 mm 1 69 42 9 mm Fixture Mounting Hole Diameter 1 625 in 41 3 mm N A Fixture Mounting Depth C 0 76 in 19 3 mm N A Tweeter Frontal Protrusion D 0 29 in 7 4 0 92 23 4 mm Crossover Network Physical Dimensions Height A 4 72 in 119 9 mm Width B 3 36 85 3 mm Depth C 1 44 in 36 6 mm Due to ongoing product development all specifications are subject to change without notice 2 JL Audio C2 650 Owner s Manual 2 650 SPECIFICATIONS Woofer Injection molded Mica filled Polypropylene Cone Butyl Rubber Surround 1 in Voice Coil on Kapton Former Flat Symmetrical Roll Spider Ferrite Magnet Tweeter 0 75 in 19 mm Silk Dome Ferrofluid Cooling Damping Neodymium Magnet Crossover Networks 151 Order Low Pass Filter 2nd Order High Pass Filter 3 Position Adjustable Tweeter Level Premium Mylar Capacitors Premium Air Core Inductors Continuous Power Handling 60 Watts Recommended Amp Power 15 100 Watts per channel RMS Efficiency 91 0 dB 1W 1m 97 0 dB 1W 0 5m Sensitivity 94 0 dB 2 83V 1m Nominal Impedance 4 ohm Frequency Response 59 Hz 22 KHz 3 dB Included Components and Parts Two C2 650cw 6 50 inch 165 mm Woofers Two C2 075ct 0 75 inch 192. mm Tweeters Two C2 650 XO Crossover Networks Two Flush Mount Tweeter Fixtures Two Surface Mount Tweeter Fixtures Two Metal Spring Clips for Tweeter Fixtures Two Grille Assemblies Two Self Adhesive JL Audio Nameplates for Grilles Twelve 8 x 1 2 inch 30 mm Sheet Metal Screws Four 6 x 1 inch 25 mm Sheet Metal Screws Two 1 18 inch 30 mm Machine Screws Eight Mounting Clips for Woofer Mounting Two 47 mm Female Crimpable Connectors Two 2 8 mm Female Crimpable Connectors Two 4 7 Male Crimpable Connectors Two 2 8 mm Male Crimpable Connectors Twelve Crimpable Spade Connectors GETTING STARTED e Turn off the audio system It is also advisable to disconnect the negative terminal of your vehicle s battery whenever performing installation work e Before cutting drilling or inserting any screw check clearances on both sides of the planned mounting surface Also check for any potential obstacles such as window tracks and motors wiring harnesses etc Check both sides of the vehicle many vehicles are not symmetrical e Always wear protective eyewear SPEAKER PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS In most cases your speakers will be placed into factory speaker locations If you have some speaker mounting flexibility keep the following in mind Lower mounting locations such as the lower front corner of a door or a kick panel provide the greatest path length distances for the sound emitted by t
3. using a saber saw make the circular cut out for the speaker File any rough edges Insert the mounting clips with the flat side towards the speaker as shown in Diagram D page 9 It is absolutely vital that the speaker frame fits into the mounting hole cleanly This must be checked prior to tightening the screws Do not force the frame into a hole that is too small Do not tighten the speaker onto an uneven surface This will damage your speakers The speaker should also fit so that air does not leak around the mounting flange Air leaks will cause a severe degradation in sound quality Seal any air leaks with an automotive grade sealant material 8 Audio C2 650 Owner s Manual Connect the speaker wires observing correct WARNING polarity and install the speaker and grille assembly Hand tighten the screws evenly in a criss cross as shown in Diagram D below Hand tighten the pattern to avoid bending the speaker frame or screws evenly to avoid bending the speaker frame stripping the mounting clips The included JL Audio logo name badges should be affixed to the circular indented area in the lower part of each grille assembly If the grille assembly is not used the JL Audio logo badges can be affixed elsewhere as creative additions to your installation DIAGRAM C FACTORY LOCATION WOOFER INSTALLATION DIAGRAM D CUSTOM LOCATION WOOFER INSTALLATION TWEETER INSTALLATION First run speaker wires from the twee
4. OWNER S MANUAL SSO 6 50 inch 165 mm 2 Way Component System Thank you for choosing a JL Audio Evolution C2 Component System for your automotive sound system These Evolution Speakers have been designed and manufactured to exacting standards in order to ensure years of musical enjoyment in your vehicle For maximum performance we highly recommend that you have your new speakers installed by an authorized JL Audio dealer Your authorized dealer has the training expertise and installation equipment to ensure optimum performance from this product Should you decide to install the speakers yourself please take the time to read this manual thoroughly so as to familiarize yourself with its installation requirements and setup procedures If you have any questions regarding the instructions in this manual or any aspect of your amplifier s operation please contact your authorized JL Audio dealer for assistance If you need further assistance please call the JL Audio Technical Support Department at 954 443 1165 during business hours Woofer Phvsical Dimensions Frame Outer Diameter A 6 50 165 0 mm Grille Tray Outer Diameter B 6 84 in 173 7 mm Magnet Outer Diameter C 3 15 80 0 mm w o cover 0 85 in 21 6 mm Frontal Grille Protrusion D 5 56 in 141 3 mm Mounting Hole Diameter E 2 44 in 61 9 mm w o cover Mounting Depth F
5. ble If you are drilling new holes file their edges and install rubber grommets into each hole Wires should then be covered with a protective flexible PVC sleeve and then run through the door jamb Make sure that the wires will clear door hinges and other structures in the door If you are unsure about any part of this process please contact your JL Audio dealer for installation help BIWARNING Double check the clearance for both speakers before proceeding Manv cars are different from one side to the other Xour new speakers have been designed to install without modifications into most vehicles that accept a 6 5 inch 165 mm speaker Most factory 6 5 inch speakers use four mounting screws which will line up with the mounting holes on your C2 650 speakers Others use a 3 hole mounting system which is accommodated by a separate set of mounting holes on the frames of your C2 650 speakers It is absolutely vital that the speaker frame fits into the mounting hole cleanly This must be checked prior to tightening the screws Do not force the frame into a hole that is too small Do not tighten the speaker onto an uneven surface This will damage your speakers The speaker should also fit so that air does not leak around the mounting flange Air leaks will cause a severe degradation in sound quality Seal any air leaks with an automotive grade sealant material Install as shown in Diagram C page 9 Use the supplied mounting cl
6. e for the wires and two smaller holes for the mounting screws This application is useful when mounting the tweeters to a panel that has insufficient clearance behind it for the tweeter s magnet structure Using the fixture as a template mark the screw hole locations and a location in the center of the fixture for the wire hole Remove the fixture and drill pilot holes for the screws and a 1 8 inch 3 mm for the wires Use the supplied 6 x l inch sheet metal screws to secure the fixture as shown in Diagram F hand tighten Run the tweeter s wires through the hole make appropriate connections and insert the tweeter into the mounting cup Push the tweeter down and rotate it clockwise to lock it into place 10 JL Audio C2 650 Owner s Manual DIAGRAM E FLUSH MOUNT TWEETER INSTALLATION DIAGRAM F SURFACE MOUNT TWEETER INSTALLATION LIMITED WARRANTY AUTOMOTIVE SPEAKER SYSTEMS USA JL AUDIO warrants these speakers and crossover networks where applicable to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year This warranty is not transferable and applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized JL AUDIO dealer Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction JL AUDIO will at its discretion repair or replace the defective product with new or remanufactured prod
7. he speakers For this reason they are generally more desirable than higher mounting locations Higher mounting locations will usually result in extreme near side soundstage bias which compromises the stereo listening experience Due to ongoing product development all specifications are subject to change without notice GETTING STARTED e Turn off the audio system It is also advisable to disconnect the negative terminal of your vehicle s battery whenever performing installation work e Before cutting drilling or inserting any screw check clearances on both sides of the planned mounting surface Also check for any potential obstacles such as window tracks and motors wiring harnesses etc Check both sides of the vehicle many vehicles are not symmetrical e Always wear protective eyewear CROSSOVER NETWORK INSTALLATION The crossover networks supplied with your C2 System should be installed in a dry location inside your vehicle DO NOT INSTALL THEM INSIDE OF A DOOR Doors often get wet on the inside which can damage your crossover networks and could potentially damage your entire sound system The crossovers can be screwed into a solid surface via two holes located under the protective cover of the case To access these holes simply squeeze the sides of the cover while gently pulling the cover away from the base Make sure that your mounting location will not cause damage to wiring fuel lines brake lines or any other
8. invalidated as this date is previous to purchase date Return only defective components If one speaker fails in a system return only that speaker component not the entire system Non defective items received will be returned freight collect Customer is responsible for shipping charges and insurance in sending the product to JL AUDIO Freight damage on returns is not covered under warranty For Service Information in the U S A please call JL Audio Customer Service 954 443 1100 9 00 AM 5 30 PM Eastern Time Zone JL Audio Inc 10369 North Commerce Pkwy Miramar FL 33025 International Warranties Products purchased outside the United States of America are covered only by that country s distributor and not by JL Audio Inc Printed in China C2 650 02102009
9. ips unless the factory holes already feature threaded inserts Hand tighten the screws evenly to avoid bending the speaker frame Custom Location Run speaker wire to the desired mounting location If you are running wires into a door use existing factory wiring boots whenever possible If you are drilling new holes file their edges and install rubber grommets into each hole Then cover the wires with a protective PVC sleeve and run them through the door jamb Make sure that the wires will clear door hinges and other structures in the door If you are unsure about any part of this process please contact your JL AUDIO dealer for installation help BIWARNING Double check the clearance for both speakers before proceeding Manv cars are different from one side to the otherl Select an even surface Tightening a speaker onto an uneven surface can damage it Use the supplied template to mark the desired mounting location Mark the center and the outline of the mounting hole as well as the mounting screw positions Before drilling or cutting on your interior panels use a utility knife to cut any fabric vinyl or leather from hole locations These materials can easily be snagged by a drill or a saw causing damage to the panel and possible bodily injury Drill four 1 8 inch 3 mm holes for the speaker s mounting screws at the positions you have marked Also drill a pilot hole in the center of the speaker mounting hole at this time Then
10. t mounting locations vehicle interiors and personal taste These levels are selectable via a set of pins located under the clear cover of each crossover case We recommend that you begin listening in the REF Reference position To find the optimum tonal balance in your installation experiment with alternate tweeter level settings by moving the pins It is safe to switch jumpers while the system is playing TWEETER LEVEL 2dB REF 3dB SPEAKER PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS A component svstem gives vou the abilitv to place the woofer and tweeter separatelv in vour vehicle interior This can be good or bad depending on how it s done As a general rule the tweeters should be placed relativelv close to the woofers for best tonal balance and most coherent imaging the closer the better Anv separation greater than 8 inches 20 cm is likelv to result in degraded sound qualitv Avoid placing tweeters where they will be blocked by objects in the interior of the car including seated occupants When selecting a mounting location look at both sides of the car to make sure that this location is clear on both sides You can always experiment with tweeter placement before committing to a final mounting location Simply connect the rest of the system and allow plenty of wire length for the tweeters Using Velcro or similar material attach the tweeters in different loca
11. ter output of the crossover see diagrams on page 5 to the desired tweeter mounting locations observing the same precautions as mentioned in the woofer installation section Terminate the wires with the supplied 2 8 mm and 4 7 mm male crimpable connectors TWEETER FIXTURE INSTALLATION The dome tweeters supplied with vour C2 650 system have been designed for maximum mounting versatility There are two primary methods by which the tweeters can be mounted in your vehicle Flush Mount For tweeter integration in a clean unobtrusive manner you will use the supplied flush mount cups This compact mounting fixture is installed using the method illustrated in Diagram E and requires a mounting hole with a diameter of 1 625 in 41 28 mm At least 0 76 in 19 3 mm of clearance is required behind the mounting surface of the tweeter for the spring clips and 1 18 inch machine screws used in mounting the fixture It may be necessary in some limited depth applications to cut down the length of the machine screw or to use a shorter screw not supplied Hand tighten the machine screw until the fixture is secure Run the tweeter s wires through the hole make appropriate connections and insert the tweeter into the mounting cup Push the tweeter down and rotate it clockwise to lock it into place Surface Mount In this application you will not need to cut large holes in your vehicle s panels for the tweeters You will only need to drill a hol
12. tions until you find the one where they perform best Woofers will usually be placed into factory speaker locations If you have some woofer mounting flexibility keep the following in mind Lower mounting locations such as the lower front corner of a door or a kick panel provide the greatest path length distances for the sound emitted by the woofer For this reason they are generally more desirable than higher mounting locations Higher mounting locations often result in extreme near side soundstage bias which compromises the stereo listening experience 6 JL Audio C2 650 Owner s Manual DIAGRAM A LESS DESIRABLE SPEAKER PLACEMENT Me DIAGRAM B MORE DESIRABLE SPEAKER PLACEMENT pe SPEAKER INSTALLATION The speaker should be installed in one of the following wavs depending on location Factory Location If you will be using the factory speaker wires it may be necessary to change the terminations This may be accomplished by using an adaptor plug or simply by cutting the factory connector off and using the supplied crimp connectors to terminate the speaker wires The large connector is for the positive terminal and the small connector is for the negative terminal of each C2 650 You may also choose to run new speaker wires Run speaker wire to the desired mounting locations If you are running wires into a door use existing factory wiring boots whenever possi
13. uct at no charge Damage caused by the following is not covered under warranty accident misuse abuse product modification or neglect failure to follow installation instructions unauthorized repair attempts misrepresentations by the seller This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages and does not cover the cost of removing or reinstalling the unit s Cosmetic damage due to accident or normal wear and tear is not covered under warranty Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail and no warranties whether express or implied shall apply to this product thereafter Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties therefore these exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If you need service on your JL AUDIO product All warranty returns should be sent to JL AUDIO freight prepaid through an authorized JL AUDIO dealer and must be accompanied by proof of purchase a copy of the original sales receipt Direct returns from consumers or non authorized dealers will be refused unless specifically authorized by JL AUDIO with a valid return authorization number Warranty expiration on products returned without proof of purchase will be determined from the manufacturing date code Coverage may be
14. vital component of your vehicle Once you have screwed the case in and made your connections snap the protective cover back into place BIWARNING It is absolutelv vital that vour component svstem is connected as shown in this manual Failure to connect the svstem as shown mav result in damage to your speakers which is NOT covered under warranty Do not substitute different crossover networks into your C2 System Do not use crossover networks intended for different C2 models Amplifier TWEETER PROTECTION The C2 crossover networks are equipped with an advanced electronic tweeter protection circuit designed to minimize the possibility of tweeter failure This electronic device monitors current going to the tweeter and will disconnect the tweeter from the signal when it senses overload Should this occur while listening to the audio system simply reduce the volume for a few seconds and the protection circuit will reset itself automatically CROSSOVER NETWORK ADJUSTMENT The crossover networks have been designed to allow tonal adjustments to the tweeter level These adjustments make it possible to fine tune your system to suit your listening preferences and to compensate for various speaker mounting applications 4 JL Audio C2 650 Owner s Manual ADJUSTABLE TWEETER LEVEL C2 crossover networks also provide three levels of tweeter adjustability designed to compensate for differen
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