This document describes the Orion HCCA 15" SPL Subwoofer, a high-performance competition subwoofer designed for mobile audio environments.
Function Description:
The Orion HCCA 15" SPL Subwoofer is engineered for high-performance car audio, specifically for competition use. It is designed to produce loud, high-quality bass, making it suitable for users who are "proud to be LOUD!" The subwoofer is part of the Black Coil Series, indicating a focus on robust construction and powerful output. The manual provides comprehensive information for installation, setup, and integration into a vehicle, ensuring optimal performance and longevity. It emphasizes the importance of proper wiring configurations to achieve desired impedance loads for amplifiers, and offers guidance on building suitable enclosures to maximize sound quality and output.
Important Technical Specifications (HCCA151SPL, HCCA152SPL, HCCA154SPL models):
Thiele/Small Parameters (for all 15" models):
- Fs (free-air resonance, Hz): 39.2 (HCCA151SPL), 29.6 (HCCA152SPL), 29.3 (HCCA154SPL)
- Vas (equivalent compliance, cu. ft): 1.015 (HCCA151SPL), 2.057 (HCCA152SPL), 1.972 (HCCA154SPL)
- Vas (equivalent compliance, liters): 28.7375 (HCCA151SPL), 58.25 (HCCA152SPL), 55.85 (HCCA154SPL)
- Qms (Q, mechanical): 7.222 (HCCA151SPL), 5.744 (HCCA152SPL), 5.981 (HCCA154SPL)
- Qes (Q, electrical): 0.794 (HCCA151SPL), 0.457 (HCCA152SPL), 0.570 (HCCA154SPL)
- Qts (Total Driver Q): 0.715 (HCCA151SPL), 0.423 (HCCA152SPL), 0.520 (HCCA154SPL)
- Re (DC resistance, ohms): 1.74 (HCCA151SPL), 3.89 (HCCA152SPL), 7.06 (HCCA154SPL)
- Z (nominal impedance, ohms): 1x2 (HCCA151SPL), 2x2 (HCCA152SPL), 4x2 (HCCA154SPL)
- Efficiency (1W @ 1M, db): 86.02 (HCCA151SPL), 87.4 (HCCA152SPL), 87.2 (HCCA154SPL)
- Xmax (one way linear excursion, in.): 1.18939 (all models)
- Xmax (one way linear excursion, mm): 30.18 (all models)
- RMS Power Watts: 5000 (all models)
- Nominal Power Watts: 1000 (HCCA151SPL), 10000 (HCCA152SPL), 10000 (HCCA154SPL)
- MAX Music Power Watts: 20000 (all models)
- Mms (total moving mass, grams): 751.672 (HCCA151SPL), 648.730 (HCCA152SPL), 589.830 (HCCA154SPL)
- Cms (mechanical compliance, m/N): 0.022 (HCCA151SPL), 0.044 (HCCA152SPL), 0.043 (HCCA154SPL)
- BI (motor strength, Tesla-M): 20.129 (HCCA151SPL), 32.076 (HCCA152SPL), 39.707 (HCCA154SPL)
- Sd (effective radiating area, sq. cm.): 962.11 (all models)
- Sd (effective radiating area, sq. in.): 149.13 (all models)
- Frequency Range (Hz): 21-100 (all models)
- Energy Bandwidth Product (EBP): 49 (HCCA151SPL), 51 (HCCA152SPL), 49 (HCCA154SPL)
Driver Physical Dimensions (for all 15" models):
- Woofer Displacement (cu. ft.): 0.37704
- Woofer Outer Diameter (Inches/mm): 16.61 / 422
- Mounting Hole Diameter: 15.07 / 383
- Mounting Depth (Inches/mm): 12.047 / 306
- Magnet Weight (Oz): 690
Recommended Enclosure (for all 15" models):
- Sealed Enclosure (cu. ft.): 3.64
- Vented Enclosure (cu.ft.): 3.05
- Port Tuning (Hz): 38
- Port Size (sq. in.): 48
- Port Depth (Inches): 27
Key Features of the Subwoofer:
- Paper dust cap: Moisture and UV resistant.
- NBR Foam surround: Tall, wide, balanced, high-density expanded polyester foam for linear controlled long excursion, optimized on non-linear FEA with a Tri Radius symmetrical edge design.
- Glass fiber paper complexus cone: Moisture and UV resistant.
- Custom Cast Aluminum frame.
- Spider ring attachment screws: Part of the re-cone feature (8 hex screws).
- Aluminum voice coil former: 4” voice coil former.
- Venting in Voice coil former: Part of the enhanced voice coil cooling system (forced convection).
- 28mm Steel T-T front plate.
- Large 3 stack ceramic magnets: 690 oz.
- 26mm steel bump back plate/pole piece T yoke assembly.
- 1.25" vent: Part of the enhanced voice coil cooling system (forced convection - aluminum heat sinking - shorting rings to reduce inductive heating).
- Voice coil gap vents: Part of the enhanced voice coil cooling system.
- High temperature Copper clad Aluminum voice coil: Wound on an aluminum former (15” use a 4” voice coil), available in Dual 1, 2, and 4 ohm voice coils. Coated with Polyester Amide Resin.
- Screen meshed areas: Allow venting below spider and keep foreign objects out of the voice coil gap.
- Cast aluminum top pole piece heat sink: With fins and vent hole, part of the enhanced voice coil cooling system (forced convection-aluminum heat sinking-shorting rings to reduce inductive heating).
- Bottom flat interlaced Conex spider: With stitched and looped tinsel leads attached.
- Custom allen head screw terminals: A pair on each side (one pair for each voice coil).
- Spider spacer and spider mounting ring assembly: Part of field re-cone kit attachment method (eight allen head screws).
- Top flat interlaced Conex spider.
- Surround clamp ring: Part of field re-cone kit attachment method (eight allen head screws).
Usage Features:
- Wiring Configurations: The manual provides detailed diagrams for various wiring configurations, including series and parallel connections for single and multiple speakers (up to four speakers) with dual 1, 2, or 4 ohm voice coils, to achieve specific impedance loads (e.g., 1 ohm, 2 ohm, 4 ohm) for amplifiers. It also illustrates configurations for using two amplifiers with a single speaker.
- Enclosure Building: Guidance is provided on building both sealed and vented enclosures.
- Sealed Enclosures: Offer high power handling, great transient response, tolerance to minor enclosure size variation, ease of construction, and a smooth roll-off (12dB/octave). Disadvantages include requiring a woofer with long excursion for better low bass frequency response, lower sensitivity than ported enclosures, and the woofer not being in an ideal cooling environment when using high power and small enclosures.
- Vented Enclosures: Offer increased output around vented tuning, higher power handling above the port tuning frequency, extended frequency response, better magnet cooling, and handles higher bass frequencies with less distortion. Disadvantages include less transient response than sealed boxes, midrange sound coming from inside the enclosure, potential for port turbulence and coloration, loss of cone movement control below vent tuning, and lower power handling below the port tuning frequency.
- Enclosure Details: Parameters are listed for conventional applications, recommending 0.75" MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard). Enclosures are NET box volumes, and speaker/port displacement must be calculated into the volume. Gross volume is the sum of NET volume and displacement.
- Subsonic Filter: A subsonic filter is always recommended and adjusted specifically for vented box designs.
- Mounting: The baffle board (woofer mounting plate) should be no less than 1". If the woofer mounting is recessed, a minimum of two 3/4" plates together should be used. MDF is recommended for sealing the inside of the enclosure. The woofer should face up or down only in sealed enclosures.
Maintenance Features:
- Troubleshooting Guide: A comprehensive table helps diagnose common issues:
- No Sound: Check amplifier fuses, turn-on lead, signal lead, gain control, source unit volume, and clean contacts on fuse holders.
- Amplifier Overload LED Illuminated: Check speaker for short or amplifier for overheating.
- Check Impedance with Ohm Meter: If no reading, replace speaker.
- Speaker Not Moving Freely: If speaker won't move, replace speaker.
- Speaker Rattling Noise: Tighten mounting screws, check enclosure construction for debris, correct speaker polarity.
- No Sound from One Coil: Check speaker leads for short circuits or open connections. Reverse left and right speaker leads to determine if issue is with speaker.
- Speaker Distorting at High Volume Levels: Confirm speaker load impedance capabilities for the amplifier, verify proper load impedance with an OHM meter, and select low-pass setting.
- Warranty: Orion warrants the product against defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase from an Authorized Orion Dealer.
- Proof of Purchase: Required for warranty service.
- Voided Warranty: If service is performed by anyone other than an approved Orion Warranty Service Center.
- Exclusions: Misuse, neglect, accident, broken warranty seal, altered/defaced/removed serial number, improper connection/installation/adjustment/repair, car static, electrical interference, adjustments, labor costs for removal/reinstallation.
- Responsibility: Limited to repair or replacement at Orion's discretion.
- Shipping: Product must be shipped in original or equivalent carton, fully insured, with shipping charges prepaid. Orion is not responsible for loss or damage during shipping.
- Non-transferable: Warranty is for the original purchaser residing in the United States. International consumers should contact their local retailer/distributor.
- Limitations: Implied warranties are limited to the warranty period. Orion is not liable for direct or consequential damages.
- Contact for Support: For any questions, issues, returns, or warranty claims, users are advised to contact Orion's service department directly at support@orioncaraudio.com, rather than the retailer.
- Safety Warnings:
- Thoroughly investigate vehicle layout before drilling or cutting, especially near gas tanks, lines, hydraulic lines, electrical components, and wiring.
- Securely attach the system to prevent damage from accidents or aggressive driving.
- Avoid mounting where wire connections are unprotected or subject to pinching/damage.
- Disconnect battery ground cable before making electrical connections (unless vehicle has an anti-theft code, in which case refer to owner's manual).
- Ensure source unit and other equipment are off when connecting input terminals.
- Replace fuses only with identical amperage.
- Avoid installing where exposed to excessive heat, moisture, dust, or physical impact.
- Ensure terminals are connected to proper inputs/outputs.
- Do not run wiring outside the vehicle or where it can be damaged. Use existing wire channels, sills, panels, and molding strips for safety and neat appearance.
- California Proposition 65 Warning: Product may expose users to chemicals including DEHP, known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. More information at www.P65warnings.ca.gov.
- Disclaimer: Never cut metal that is an integral part of the vehicle's safety or structural support system. Professional installation by an Authorized ORION Dealer is recommended.
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