Focal 165 V2 User Manual

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Technical advances, included in the Polyglass range
• Woofer and midrange membrane cones, made
using Polyglass material
• TN47 tweeter using Focals renowned inverted
dome technology, with added Titanium Tioxid 5
surface treatment
• Separate crossover, fully optimised with ad-
justable level control. High quality components
used throughout.
• Strong rigid chassis made from Zamak alloy.
• Motor unit constructed using neodymium mag-
net, to be ultra compact, for easy installation
(Slim series)
• Membrane suspension in Butyl, for long live.
Included
• 2 x woofer / midrange
• 2 x TN47 tweeters
• 2 x gaskets (2 way)
• 2 x crossovers
• fixing screws
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Focal 165 V2 Specifications

General

Woofer Size	6.5 inches
Woofer Composition	Polyglass
Tweeter	Aluminum inverted dome
Tweeter Size	1 inch
Frequency Response	60 Hz - 20 kHz
Power Handling (RMS)	60W
Power Handling (Peak)	120W
Impedance	4 Ohms
Crossover Frequency	3 kHz
Type	2-way component speaker system

Summary

Polyglass Range Technical Advances

Material and Component Technologies

Features Polyglass material, inverted dome tweeter, and neodymium motor.

Crossover and Chassis Design

Separate optimized crossover with adjustable level and Zamak chassis.

Installation Recommendations

Speaker Positioning Guidance

Optimal placement for staging, imaging, and frequency response.

Cables and Connections

Cable Quality and Polarity

Use quality cable (min 1mm²), ensure correct polarity (+ to +, - to -).

Connection Routing

Maintain correct connections from source/amp to speakers via crossover.

Tweeter Mounting Options

Surface Mounting Procedure

Surface mount: angle choice, secure pod, feed wire, refit tweeter/grille.

Crossover Fitting and Configuration

Crossover Level Adjustments

Adjust tweeter/midrange levels for optimal sound and installation.

Polyglass Speaker Specifications

Amplifier Power and Compatibility

Amplifier Power Matching

Match amplifier nominal power to speaker nominal power to prevent distortion/damage.

Power Rating Compatibility Check

Check head unit/amplifier manual; max amp power should not exceed speaker nominal power.