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Audio Module (AUD) (2009-2013): Design: Loudspeakers

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Fig 1: Identifying Loudspeakers
GLL139951Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION

High Performance 

For High Performance 8 loudspeakers are used. It is a 2 way loudspeaker system with base/mid-range and separate tweeters. The speakers are installed in the front and rear doors. In C30 and C70 the rear loudspeakers are installed in the side panel.

The impedance is 2 Ω for the base/mid-range loudspeakers and 8 Ω for the treble speakers.

Premium Sound 

For Premium Sound 9 loudspeakers are used. It is a 2 way loudspeaker system with base/mid-range and separate tweeters. The speakers are installed in the front and rear doors. In C30 and C70 the rear loudspeakers are installed in the side panel. To increase the sound there is a 2 way central loudspeaker in the dashboard.

The impedance is 4 Ω for the base/mid-range loudspeakers and 8 Ω for the trebles. The center loudspeaker impedance is 6 Ω if a display screen is installed in the dashboard, otherwise the central loudspeaker impedance is 8 Ω.