RAC GmbH & Co. KG
P.O.

Box 12 25
74899 Bad Rappenau
Germany

Phone +49 / 7066 / 9006 0
Fax +49 / 7066 / 9006 50
http://www.rainbow-audio.de

10 Hammer - Part-No. 231390

Recommended for enclosure-installation
Congratulations on having chosen this quality Rainbow subwoofer system. Please read and follow the
provided installation and operation instructions carefully in order to benefit from the full sound quality and
performance potential of this car audio component.

Technical Specifications:
Fs
Redc*
Qms
Qes
Qts
Le*
Vas (Sd)
Sd
Z @ 100 Hz*
Z @ 1 KHz*
Z @ 10 KHz*
Rms
Xmax

Peak power
Nominal power
Frequency-response
Impedance (nominal)
Sensitivity
Max. SPL in car
Magnet weight
Voice coil -

24,00
3,80
3,40
0,51
0,38
1,10
1,24 /
35,00
330,00
4,70
17,00
54,00
7,30
1,18 /
30,00

Hz

550
50-300
20-200
2x2
90
136
2650
51 mm
/ 2

Watt
Watt
Hz
@ 100Hz
dB @ 1W/1m
dB @ 35-120Hz
Grams
Alu, 2 x 2 layers

mH
Ft / Liters
cm

kg/s
Inches / mm

Frame diameter
(A): 10,47/266 Inches/mm
Mounting diameter (B): 9,13/232 Inches/mm
Mounting depth
(C): 5,47/139 Inches/mm
Overall depth
(D): 6,14/156 Inches/mm
Magnet diameter
(E): 6,42/163 Inches/mm
Displacement 0,106 Ft / 3,0 Liters
Recommended subsonic cut frequency
20-35 Hz / 18 24 dB/octave slope

*Important:
All specifications Redc*, Le* and Z* are measured with the subwoofer voice-coils in series. For parallel
wired specifications divide Redc*, Le* and Z* by 4. All other specifications remain the same.

Warning:
Both voice coils must be connected to the amplifier for correct operation of this subwoofer. Use of this
speaker with one voice coil connected only voids all warranties. Voice coils may be wired in series or
parallel to connect to a single channel amplifier or a mono bridged amplifier.
The power handling of subwoofers at very low frequencies is limited by the mechanical parts of the
system. Subsonic filter cuts the dangerous low frequencies (<25 Hz) and increases the power handling,
dynamic range and lifetime of your subwoofer dramatically. The very low SPL frequency is even
improved!

Application:
Hammer subwoofers are precision speakers, which have been engineered to produce the highest quality
sub bass-performance in your vehicle.
Rainbow dealers have software for enclosure-design and volume construction with extensive technical
information for many different applications of your new subwoofer. They also have the knowledge, skills
and tools to build a high-quality enclosure that will maximize the performance of your subwoofer.
In this installation-guide you will find specifications and two recommended enclosure-types for your
speaker (enclosure and ported-type). Both types of enclosure will give you excellent sound quality and
low-frequency extension. The sealed enclosure is a better choice, if space is extremely tight. Otherwise
the ported enclosure will produce +3 dB output at the same power, but you need the extra-space to work
with.

Enclosure recommendations (including displacement of subwoofer):

Enclosure 1 sealed:
Enclosure-type

Qtc

Volume

F0-Hz

Music-type

Purist

0,707

25 l / 0,88 Ft

44 Hz

Jazz, Drums

Normal

0,900

14 l / 0,49 Ft

57 Hz

Techno, Disco Kickbass

SPL-Boomer

1,100

10 l / 0,35 Ft

70 Hz

Hard rock, Disco Sound

All-rounder

0,650

32 l / 1,13 Ft

41 Hz

Classic + Hits + Easy Listening

Enclosure 2: ported (Picture 1)

Picture 1:
SPL:
Volume: 25 l / 0,88 Ft
1 x Aeroport 3, length 24 cm / 9,45
Tuning-frequency 42 Hz / F3=30 Hz
Audiophile:
Volume: 35 l / 1,24 Ft
1 x Aeroport 3, length 28 cm / 11,02
Tuning-frequency 32 Hz / F3=29 Hz

Important Safety Instructions

Please read all warnings found in this manual. They inform you of the potential danger of personal injury
or damage to property.
Our products are intended for use only by those possessing the necessary specialized
knowledge. The relevant safety regulations regarding related auto parts, the regulations on
internal vehicle safety, as well as the regulations of the authorized vehicle manufacturers should
be followed diligently.

Hearing Damage
Continuous, excessive exposure to sound pressure levels in excess of 85 dB can cause a loss of
hearing. Rainbow components are capable of producing sound pressure levels greater than 85 dB.

Volume and Driver Awareness

Use of sound components can impair your ability to hear necessary traffic sounds and may constitute a
hazard while driving your automobile.
Rainbow accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage as a result of use or
misuse of this product.

Working on Automobile
Do not use your automobile until all components of the loudspeaker system have been secured to the
interior framework. Failure to do so may turn a component into a dangerous, flying projectile during a
sudden stop or accident.
Do not drill or drive screws through any vehicle interior or carpeted floor before inspecting the underside
for potential punctures to control lines or cables. Be sure to avoid all fuel lines, brake lines, electrical
cable or oil lines when planning the installation.
Before beginning installation of the loudspeaker system remove the minus connector (-) from the
automobile battery in order to avoid possible short circuits.
Use care when removing interior trim panels. Car manufacturers use a variety of fastening devices that
can be damaged in the disassembly process.
If sheet metal must be cut or removed contact your authorized car dealer for professional advice. By
damage to supporting body structures the safety certificate may be withdrawn.

! Shock Hazard !
Do not touch the connectors when the system is running!

Edition: SJ 1.6 - 06/09

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