OWNER’S MANUAL
TX6001, TX5001, TX4001, TX1000
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TWEETER MOUNTING
MID RANGE MOUNTING
For the best imaging and soundstage, the tweeter should be placed as close as
possible to the midrange driver. This process will help when the final tuning is
completed. When positioning the tweeter for the best imaging, aim the passenger
side tweeter toward where the driver’s head will be. The same process should also
be completed on the driver’s side tweeter but this time you’ll aim the tweeter toward
where the passenger’s head will be. Positioning the tweeters in this manner will help
to set up a very solid soundstage.
To get the best possible music reproduction, it is important to isolate the sound that
is produced from the rear of the speaker from the sound that is produced from the
front of the speaker. To isolate the front from the back wave, make sure the speaker is
mounted in a baffle or plate, so that the back of the speaker is in a sealed chamber.
Surface Mounting
• Select mounting location. Mark wire hole and screw locations using the surface
cup as a template.
• Drill holes for tweeter wires and mounting screws
• Using the supplied screws, attach the surface cup to surface
• Run tweeter wires through the hole and twist the tweeter into the cup
• Connect the tweeter wires to the supplied crossover
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Mounting
• Select the mounting location (door panels, rear side panels, rear deck, etc...)
• Using the supplied templates, mark the mounting holes on the door panel or rear
deck.
• Drill or cut the required holes as needed.
• Install the units as illustrated in the diagrams.
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*Note: The TX6001 Thunder Axe Separates are supplied with mounting adapter
plates. The adapters are used to convert the smaller basket sizes needed for
European models to the larger domestic sizes. The plates will allow a tight and
accurate fit, decreasing the need to fabricate adapters out of MDF or plastic.
Flush and Angle Mounting
• Select mounting location and mark a 1-7/8” diameter hole with supplied template
• Cut out the 1-7/8” hole (a hole saw is recommended for metal and hard plastic
surfaces; an X-acto knife for any other surface
• Place the supplied bevel headed screws through the flush/angle cup and thread into
the mounting clip, but do not tighten
• Take the assembled flush/angle cup and mounting clip and place them into the
1-7/8” diameter hole, making sure the mounting clip goes completely through
the hole
• Tighten the screw in the base of the flush cup until the cup is completely tight
• Split tweeter wires and run through the hole and twist the tweeter into the cup
CROSSOVER MOUNTING
When choosing a location to mount the crossover, accessibility is important.
Adjustment will need to be made like tweeter attenuation. Keep in mind the cross-
over has electronic components inside, and must be mounted so that no moisture
can make contact.
WIRING
Two things to take into consideration when installing these separates is the age of
the factory wiring and gauge (size) of wire. If the vehicle is an older model or was
pre-wired with small wire (18 gauge or less), running new high performance wire
necessary. The speaker wire should run from the amplifier’s output terminals, under
the carpet and through the factory rubber boot (loom) that protects the wires in the
inner door jam. If the factory boot cannot be used, take other measures to protect
these wires as best you can. Sometimes the door has to be completely removed
to use the factory boot. If this is something that you do not feel comfortable doing,
please ask a professional to help you. The wires should originate from the amplifier
and attach to the crossover inputs.
CROSSOVER CONNECTIONS
Each TX speaker system has a 2-way 18dB/6dB oct separate crossover network. The
crossover networks allow the drivers to recreate the frequencies within a precisely
designed range so that the speakers do not become distorted by trying to reproduce
frequencies that they are physically unable to reproduce. This feature ensures that
the tweeter does not receive low bass notes and the mid bass driver doesn’t receive
high frequencies. The 18dB (tweeter)/6dB (mid) oct means the slope, or the amount
of other frequencies that will be affected, is fairly narrow. This design complements
both the tweeter and mid and provides greater musical detail. Pay close attention to
the markings on the crossover to be certain the correct speakers are in the correct
outlet. If a tweeter is accidentally asked to play the frequencies reserved for a
mid-bass driver, it will be damaged.
INPUT
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CROSSOVER CONNECTIONS FOR TX1000
Separate 1-way 18dB/oct crossovers are included with the TX1000 tweeters, which
allows the drivers to recreate the frequencies within a precisely designed range. This
ensures that the speakers do not become distorted by trying to reproduce frequencies
that they are physically unable to reproduce. The 18dB/oct means the slope, or how
many other frequencies will be affected, is fairly narrow. This design complements
both the tweeter and mid-bass to provide greater musical detail.
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WOOFER TWEETER
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0dB -3dB
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FOR TX1000 ONLY
TWEETER ATTENUATION ADJUSTMENT
WARRANTY STATEMENT
When setting the attenuation of your tweeter, take into account the distance between
the listener and the tweeter, and your own personal preferences. The attenuation
levels range is 0 and -3dB, 0 dB is generally used for those who are further away and
-3dB for the listener who is closer to the tweeter. If you have the attenuation set at
0dB and the speakers seem too bright, adjust the jumper downward until it matches
your personal taste.
MTX Audio Thunder Axe Separates purchased in the United States from an autho-
rized MTX Audio dealer are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship
for a period of ONE YEAR from the date purchased by the end user, and limited to the
original retail purchaser of the product. Product found to be defective during that pe-
riod will be repaired or replaced by MTX Audio at no charge. This warranty is void if
it is determined that unauthorized parties have attempted repairs or alterations of any
nature. Warranty does not extend to cosmetics or finish. Before presuming a defect
is present in the product, be certain that all related equipment and wiring is function-
ing properly. MTX Audio disclaims any liability for other incurred damages resulting
from product defects. Any expenses incurred in the removal and reinstallation of
products are not covered by this warranty. MTX Audio’s total liability will not exceed
the purchase price of the product. If a defect is present, your authorized MTX Audio
dealer may be able to effect repairs. Proof of purchase is required when requesting
service. Please retain your sales receipt and take a moment to register your product
on line at mtx.com.
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