Rockford Fosgate FA15.0 - Manual (Page 8)

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Subsonic Filter
The Point Zero series uses a Subsonic Filter to prevent the woofer from reproducing inaudible frequen-
cies. Subsonic frequencies, (known as infrasonic frequencies), are signals below the normal human
hearing range. The subsonic filter reduces the energy of these frequencies and restrains the woofer
from operating outside its optimum linear excursion. This type of electronic control eliminates the
mechanical distortion caused by a woofer traveling beyond its XMAX, improves power handling,
increases reliability and improves sonic performance.
The Result: Improved power handling, increased reliability and improved sonic performance.
Phase Control
The Phase Control is used to align the arrival time of the sub-
woofer’s output information with satellite monitors. Aligning
both signals will insure that both Subwoofer and reference
monitor information arrive at the listening position at the same
time. This eliminates the possibility of acoustical cancellation
and improves the reproduction of transients in the crossover
region.
The Result: Eliminates phase cancellation and improves tran-
sient response.
Speaker Level Inputs
Does your receiver have only speaker level outputs? No problem! Fosgate Audionics Speaker Level
Input circuitry converts the speaker line outputs (high level) from your receiver into pre-amp line inputs
(low level) for your Point Zero amplifier. This allows compatibility with a variety of receivers as well as
the ability to retrofit your new Fosgate Audionics subwoofer into existing systems without the need for
external adapters.
Santoprene Rubber Surround
Santoprene is a very durable and temperature tolerant material which provides a consistent support
necessary for the linear motion of the speaker cone. In addition, the damping capabilities eliminate
the transmission of sonic disturbances between the cone and the frame of the speaker. This greatly
improves the accuracy of the woofer’s low frequency response.
The Result: Improves woofer’s low frequency response.
Aluminum Voice Coil Former
The transducers voice coil former is black anodized aluminum for highly efficient thermal transfer.
Another method of producing voice coils is with Kapton® formers. Although this material is very resis-
tant to heat, any heat generated by the transducer is “trapped” on the copper voice coil windings.
Fosgate Audionics uses aluminum voice coil formers because aluminum acts like a “heat sink” and
helps dissipate heat away from the voice coil. This allows winding high temperature copper wire in
multiple layers for improved efficiency.
The Result: Improves power handling by efficiently dissipating heat.