JL Audio Speaker 12W3v3 2 User Manual

12W3v3-2 / 12W3v3-4 / 12W3v3-8  
Subwoofers  
o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l  
Congratulations on your purchase of a JL Audio subwoofer component. Your JL Audio subwoofer is a  
precision loudspeaker which has been engineered to produce the highest quality sub-bass performance  
in your vehicle. Authorized JL Audio dealers have extensive technical information for many different  
applications of your new speaker. They also have the knowledge, skills and tools to build a high-quality  
enclosure that will maximize the performance of your speaker. We highly recommend that you have your  
enclosure built by an authorized JL Audio dealer.  
Inside you will find specifications and two recommended enclosures for your speaker; one is a sealed  
enclosure, the other is a ported design. Both types of enclosures will give you excellent sound quality and  
low-frequency extension. The sealed enclosure is a better choice if space is extremely tight, but the ported  
enclosure will produce 3dB more output at the same power if you have the extra space to work with.  
 
All specifications are subject to change without notice.  
SUBWOOFER  
12W3v3-2  
RECOMMENDED SEALED ENCLOSURES  
Volume  
(net int.)  
External Dimensions  
F3  
Fc  
(Hz)  
Qtc  
(Width x Height x Depth)  
(Hz)  
1.250 ft³  
35.4 litres  
23 in. x 14 in. x 10 in.  
584 mm x 356 mm x 254 mm  
41.8  
50.4  
0.96  
1.125 ft³  
31.8 litres  
23 in. x 14 in. x 9.25 in.  
584 mm x 356 mm x 235 mm  
12W3v3-4  
12W3v3-8  
43.7  
41.5  
50.2  
50.5  
0.83  
0.91  
1.250 ft³  
35.4 litres  
23 in. x 14 in. x 10 in.  
584 mm x 356 mm x 254 mm  
SUBWOOFER  
RECOMMENDED PORTED ENCLOSURES  
Volume  
Enclosure External Dimensions  
Slot Port Specs  
Rec. Slot Port Internal Dimensions Tune to:  
F3  
(net int.)  
(Width x Height x Depth)  
Slot Area x Slot Length  
Slot Width x Slot Height x Slot Length  
(Hz)  
(Hz)  
1.75 ft³  
49.6 litres  
29 in. x 14 in. x 12.625 in.  
737 mm x 356 mm x 321 mm  
17.1875 sq. in. x 26.125 in.  
110.9 sq. cm. x 664 mm  
1.375 in. x 12.5 in. x 26.125 in.  
35 mm x 318 mm x 664 mm  
12W3v3-2  
12W3v3-4  
12W3v3-8  
30.0  
36.0  
35.0  
35.0  
1.75 ft³  
49.6 litres  
29 in. x 14 in. x 12.625 in.  
737 mm x 356 mm x 321 mm  
17.1875 sq. in. x 26.125 in.  
110.9 sq. cm. x 664 mm  
1.375 in. x 12.5 in. x 26.125 in.  
35 mm x 318 mm x 664 mm  
30.0  
30.0  
1.75 ft³  
49.6 litres  
29 in. x 14 in. x 12.625 in.  
737 mm x 356 mm x 321 mm  
17.1875 sq. in. x 26.125 in.  
110.9 sq. cm. x 664 mm  
1.375 in. x 12.5 in. x 26.125 in.  
35 mm x 318 mm x 664 mm  
The enclosure recommendations listed are external  
dimensions which assume the use of 3/4" (19mm)  
thick material. If you are using 5/8" (16mm) thick  
material, subtract 1/4" (6.5mm) from each dimension.  
Do not use any material with a thickness of less than  
5/8" (16mm) as this may compromise the rigidity of  
the enclosure.  
Allenclosurevolumeslistedarenetinternalvolumes!  
Box volume displacement, port displacement and  
brace displacement must be added to obtain the final  
gross internal volume.All enclosure dimensions listed  
have already taken this into account.  
“EL” (Port Extension Length)  
12W3v3-2: 13.5 in. (343 mm)  
12W3v3-4: 13.5 in. (343 mm)  
12W3v3-8: 13.5 in. (343 mm)  
• When using two subwoofers in  
a
common  
enclosure simply double the required volume and,  
in the case of a ported enclosure, use two times the  
recommended port(s).  
Prolonged exposure to sound pressure levels in excess of 100dB can cause permanent hearing loss. This high-performance  
speaker can exceed this level. Please exercise restraint in its operation in order to preserve your ability to enjoy its fidelity.  
• We recommend the use of this speaker in a bi-  
amplified system using high-quality satellite speakers  
and amplifiers. We do not recommend the use of  
this subwoofer with a passive crossover (coil),as this  
type of device will adversely affect performance.  
When installing a subwoofer in your vehicle, it is extremely important to secure the enclosure firmly. We recommend  
bolting the enclosure through the metal of the floorpan or the frame of the vehicle with large diameter washers for  
reinforcement. If an enclosure is not firmly attached, it can become a projectile in a collision. This is particularly important  
in a hatchback, station wagon, sports utility vehicle, or van.  
JL AUDIO 12W3v3-2/12W3v3-4/12W3v3-8  
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RECOMMENDED CONTINUOUS (RMS) POWER RANGE FOR ONE SUBWOOFER DRIVER:  
2 5 W  
7 5 W  
1 5 0 W  
3 0 0 W  
6 0 0 W  
1 0 0 0 W  
1 2 W 3 v 3  
L E G E N D :  
M I N I M U M  
O P T I M U M  
M A X I M U M  
WA R R A N T Y VO I D  
MEDIUM GRAY (MINIMUM):  
LIGHT GRAY (OPTIMUM):  
DARK GRAY (MAXIMUM):  
BLACK (WARRANTYVOID):  
From a reliability standpoint, this zone represents  
very comfortable operating power range for  
each driver. This level of power will not stress the  
woofer but will not extract all of its performance  
potential, either.  
Use of less than the minimum power level will  
not damage the woofer, but may result in  
unsatisfactory performance.  
This zone represents the best compromise  
between long-term reliability, high-output and  
low-distortion performance. This power level is  
lower than the woofer’s continuous power rating  
(as published in its specifications), but you will still  
be taking advantage of the woofer’s, low-distortion  
performance range without undue risk of failure.  
Slightly more SPL will be gained by pushing the  
power into this zone, but typically not more than  
2dB, compared to the light gray zone.The subwoofer  
driver is designed to operate safely up to this power  
range, but not beyond. Operate with caution.  
We do not recommend operating woofers at  
this level of power. In this zone, there is a very high  
probability that the driver will fail due to excessive  
heat and/or mechanical stress.  
Subwoofer drivers operated at these levels of  
power are NOT covered under warranty.  
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JL Audio offers an extensive line of high-performance subwoofer drivers to fit a wide variety of enclosure and power applications.When designing systems with our drivers, it is very important to  
achieve a good power match between the subwoofer amplifier and the subwoofer driver's capabilities. The power levels listed in the above chart represent continuous (RMS) amplifier power per  
woofer and assume that the user will regularly make full use of that power without drastically overdriving the amplifier(s). Make sure you factor system impedance and the total number  
of subwoofers into your calculations.Adhering to these power recommendations will result in systems that are both reliable and enjoyable.  
JL AUDIO LIMITEDWARRANTY (USA)  
Automotive Subwoofer Components  
JJL AUDIO warrants this speaker to be free of defects in materials and  
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase.  
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.  
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.  
If you need service on your JL AUDIO product:  
This warranty is not transferable and applies only to the original  
purchaser of the product from an authorized JL AUDIO dealer.  
Warranty is voided if the factory-applied product serial number is  
removed or defaced.  
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 invalidated as this date is previous to purchase date. Return only defective  
components. 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. Always include proof of  
purchase (sales receipt).  
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 product at no charge.  
For Service Information in the U.S.A. please call:  
JL Audio customer service: (954) 443-1100 during normal business hours (Eastern Time)  
JL Audio, Inc  
10369 North Commerce Parkway, 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 USA  
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