Kicker KX550.3 Owner's Manual
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1. drill bit and use the supplied 8 screws to mount the amplifier aj ap KCIKIGKE KIKIGE as E ay o a Bes n a6 Signal can be input into the amplifier using either the low level RCA input con nections or the high level speaker level connections Using the low level RCA connections is the preferred method Use the high level inputs only if your head unit does not have low level RCA type outputs Speaker Level Outputs KX550 3 Wiring Left Left lt k Right Right o w Warning use Only One Never Both At The Same Time SUB RCA Optional ze a wee caee RCA Speaker Level e OUTPUTS Outputs e ernennets Oe aaae KX700 5 au as Wiring n p eens A Right i Left yy Left Right Right Warning use Only One Never Both At The Same Time When using both sets of High Level inputs on the KX700 5 the supplied RCA dummy plugs must be inserted into the AMP 2 inputs in order for the fader to work properly If the amplifier is being used in any other configuration DO NOT USE THE RCA DUMMY PLUGS Speaker Level Outputs Left Left Right Right Left Left Right Right KX700 5 Only lt2. RCA amp speaker connections for that channel Swap RCA connections from left to right If problem changes sides then you have a bad RCA cable or source unit problem gt Swap speaker connections from left to right If problem changes sides then you have a bad speaker cable or bad speaker 9 O Alternator noise whining sound that varies with engine RPM gt Check for damaged RCA cable gt Check routing of RCA cable gt Check source unit for good ground gt Check gain setting turn down if set too high O Poor stereo image or reduced bass response gt Check system phasing by turning the balance control from left to right If there is more bass output when turned to either side then check your speaker wiring for proper positive and negative connections reverse connections on one channel if necessary CAUTION When jump starting the vehicle be sure that connections made with jumper cables are correct Improper connections can result in blown amplifier fuses as well as failure in other systems in the vehicle If you have more questions about the installation and operation of your new KICKER amplifier see the Authorized KICKER Dealer in your area You may also call our Technical Services Line at 405 624 8583 for assistance or visit our website at Www KICKER com 10 ELECTRONICS LIMITED WARRANTY Stillwater Designs warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of thr
3. 12 dB Oct 7 Amp 1 Input Gain Contro High Level Low Level 170 mV 5V _340mV 10V N Amp 1 Crossover Contro 50 Hz 200 Hz 12 dB Oct 7 Specifications Model KX550 3 KX700 5 RMS Power In Watts All Channels Driven 13 8V 4Q Stereo 0 085 THD 40 x2 40 x 4 13 8V 2Q Stereo 0 2 THD 75X2 75 x4 13 8V 4Q Mono 0 4 THD 150 x 2 SUB Power In Watts All Channels Driven 13 8V 2Q Mono 1 5 THD 400 x 1 400 x 1 Dynamic Power In Watts All Channels Driven 14 4V 4Q Stereo 70x2 70x4 14 4V 2Q Stereo 80x2 80 x 4 14 4V 4Q Mono 165 x 2 SUB Power In Watts All Channels Driven 14 4V 2Q Mono 420 x 1 420 x 1 Length with Shroud 24 25 27 50 48 90cm 57 15cm Specifications common to all models Height 2 5 inches 6 35 centimeters Width 10 inches 25 4 centimeters Length without Shroud Subtract 5 12 7cm from chart above Frequency Response 20 Hz 20 KHz 0 1 dB Inout Sensitivity 170 mV 5 V low level 340 mV 10 V high level Signal to Noise Ratio gt 95 dB a weighted re rated power Electronic Crossover Variable high or low pass 50 200 Hz 12 dB octave KickBass Boost Variable O to 18 dB boost 40 Hz Troubleshooting If your amplifier does not appear to be working check obvious things first such as blown fuses poor or incorrect wiring connections crossover and gain controls set incorrectly etc There are two LEDs on the end panel of your Kicker KX series amplif
4. A 4 GA KX 700 5 90A 4 GA Remote Bass Level Control When using the Remote Bass Level Control you have the ability to control the level of the subs from the driver s seat To mount the controller simply screw the metal bracket to the chosen location then slide the housing onto the bracket until it snaps into place Run the cable from the controller to the appropriate jack on the amplifier chassis a a Mounting Surface O Back View A o gt s REMOTE BASS i LEVEL CONTROL dH ae KX550 3 KX700 5 System Diagrams The following diagrams show the most common configurations for your sys tem Stereo Operation with Subwoofer KX amplifiers are capable of operating into a minimum impedance of 2 ohms per channel in stereo operation and 2 Ohm mono on the subwoofer channel GROUND KUINTICISTETE REMOTE TURN ON e i SIGNAL IN SUB Optional i SIGNAL IN AMP 1 gl or less AN a8 Bas Aows Aas e Baws BATTERY m res I KX700 5 GROUND fe op fe REMOTE _ o Y TURN ON o 3 amp SIGNAL IN AMP 2 NA IN SUB ZE SICNALIN AMP 1 Optional J NNR e FUSE BATTERY y gio Gio Be gio D as All Channels Bridged The KX700 5 is capable of bri
5. Supplied RCA Dummy Plugs The use of twisted pair interconnects is recommended for all installations to minimize noise When routing these cables through the automobile try to keep them away from factory wiring harnesses and other power wiring If you need to cross any of this wiring do so at a 90 degree angle to reduce the potential of noise problems When working with power connections it is always recommended that you dis connect the battery to prevent accidents The ground should be connected to the amplifier first before making any of the other connections This wire should be as short as possible 24 inches or less and connected to a paint corrosion free solid metal area of the car s chassis Use the same gauge wire as recommended for the amplifiers power connection to the battery Adding an additional ground wire between the car battery s negative post and the car chassis of this same gauge or larger is also recommended If you ever need to remove the amp from the vehicle after it has been installed the ground wire should be the last wire disconnected from the amplifier just the opposite as when you installed it A fuse must be installed within 18 inches of the battery to protect the power wire feeding your amplifier This fuse should be of at least the same value used in the amplifier but no higher than the capacity of the wire See the chart below for wire size and fusing recommendations Model Fuse Size Wire Size KX 550 3 60
6. dged operation on AMP 1 and AMP 2 This for example would allow you to bridge AMP 1 to run the Right side and AMP 2 to run the Left side But remember AMP 1 and AMP 2 are only stable down to 4 ohm mono KX700 5 GROUND G O REMOTE TURN ON B 323 SIGNAL IN AMP 2 3 SIGNAL IN SUB Bel ji ZE SICNALIN AMP 1 Optional kxl FUSE BATTERY N ihn x N ofa Adjusting Amplifier Controls On your Kicker amplifier there are Five Seven on the KX700 5 rotary controls on top and one two on the KX700 5 switch es on the end panel These con trols ensure the reliability and performance of the amplifier so they need to be set correctly CROSSOVER SWITCH NEVER CHANGE THE CROSSOVER SWITCH SETTING WITH THE SYSTEM ON The switch located on the end panel next to the RCA jacks is for setting the internal crossover In the OFF position the amplifier passes a full range signal to the speakers The HI position should be selected when connected to any speak ers which you do not want to receive sub bass information BEFORE TURNING ON THE SYSTEM FOR THE FIRST TIME MAKE SURE THAT THE FIVE SEVEN ON THE KX700 5 ROTARY CONTROLS ON TOP OF THE AMPLIFIER ARE TURNED FULLY COUNTER CLOCKWISE GAIN CONTROL Remember the gain control is not a volume co
7. e Year Warranty When purchased from and installed by an Authorized KICKER Dealer Mounting Instructions When selecting a location to mount your Kicker amplifier be sure it is struc turally sound and that there are no items behind the area where the screws will be driven that could be damaged Check for wire harnesses brake lines fuel lines gas tanks etc All amplifiers generate heat under normal operation Be sure to choose a loca tion that allows adequate ventilation for the amplifier Also consider that the air temperature inside an automobiles trunk can reach upwards of 140 degrees fahrenheit An amplifier mounted here may require additional cooling tactics such as fans or venting to allow cool operation If possible mounting the amp in the passenger compartment will allow cooler operation Remember that the controls on top of the amp will need to be accessible for adjustment later Keep this in mind as you choose your amplifier s mounting location Now that you are ready to mount your amplifier use the supplied 3mm allen wrench to remove the amplifier shroud This will give you access to the mount ing holes in the amplifier and all wiring connections REMOVE Sy REMOVE a E S O S R E S CN REMOVE _ REMOVE With the shroud removed you now have access to the four mounting holes in the mounting feet and all wiring connections Drill 4 holes using a 7 64
8. ed to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs Kicker Dealer for warranty Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be obtained by writing or calling Stillwater Desan ereot You can confirm that a dealer is authorized by asking to see a current authorized dealer window decal If it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise call the Kicker Customer Service Department at 405 624 8510 for a Return Authorization RA number Package all defective items in the original container or in a package that will prevent shipping damage and return to Stillwater Designs 5021 North Perkins Road Stillwater OK 74075 The RA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package Return only defective com ponents Non defective items received will be returned freight collect Include a dated proof of purchase from an Authorized Dealer Warranty expiration on items returned without proof of purchase will be determined from the manufacturing date code Coverage may be invalidated if this date is greater than 18 months previous to the date item is sent in Freight must be prepaid items received freight collect will be refused Failure to follow these steps may void your warranty Any questions can be directed to the Kicker Customer Service Department at 405 624 8510 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed It does not cover e Products purchased from a
9. ee 3 years from date of original purchase whenpurchased from and installed by an Authorized KICKER Dealer or one 1 year from date of original purchase if purchased from and not installed by an Authorized KICKER Dealer If this product is labeled B Stock it is warranted for one 1 year from date of purchase regardless of place of installation Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warranty period Stillwater Designs will replace or repair at its discretion the defective mer chandise with equivalent merchandise at no charge Warranty replacements on B Stock merchandise may nava cosmetic scratches and blemishes Discontinued products may be replaced with equivalent products This warranty is valid only for the original purchaser and is not extended to owners of the product subsequent to the original purchaser Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to a period of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail and no warranties whether express or implied shall apply to this product thereafter Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties therefore these exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights however you may have other rights that vary from state to state WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE Defective merchandise must be return
10. i4 KICKER KX550 3 KX700 5 Congratulations You have just purchased the latest in amplifier tech nology to carry the famous KICKER name Your KICKER KX series amplifier is designed and built to give you years of Pn and trou ble free performance This installation manual contains valuable infor mation on how to get the most out of your new KX series amplifier Thanks for buying KICKER Enjoy KX Amplifier Features NEW for 2002 Radically advanced chassis with removable chassis shroud Low Impedance Operation Stable into 2 ohm stereo or 4 ohm mono loads Class D Amplification Used in subwoofer channel for high efficiency SORT Protection Circuitry Short circuit Over voltage Reverse polarity Thermal Protects amplifier from accidents and undesired operation MOSFET Power Supply Provides high efficiency operation KickBass Variable bass boost circuit which provides up to 18 dB of boost at 40 Hz Built In Variable Crossover 12 dB High pass variable from 50 200 Hz Defeatable for full range operation High amp Low level inputs Allows connection to various sources such as after market stereo factory radio DVD Player Video Cassette Player etc Custom tooled gold plated connectors Assure maximum power transfer and damping SAMS Stereo And Mono Simultaneously Amplifier will operate into a bridged mono load and a stereo load at the same time Remote Bass Level Control Dash mounted for maximum control Thre
11. ier one green and one red When the green LED is lit this indicates the amplifier is turned on and no trouble exists If the green LED turns off and the red LED is lit this indicates that the protection circuitry SORT is engaged The power indicator on top of the amplifier which illuminates the model badge follows the same function as the green LED O Creen LED off no output With a Volt Ohm Meter VOM check gt 12 volt power terminal should read 12V to 16V gt Remote turn on terminal should read 12V to 16V gt Ground terminal O Green LED on no output gt Check RCA connections Test speaker outputs with known good speaker gt Substitute known good source unit gt Check for signal on RCA cable with VOM meter in AC position O Red LED on no output 1 Amp is very hot gt Thermal protection is engaged Check for proper impedance at speaker terminals Also check for adequate airflow around amplifier 2 Amp shuts down only while vehicle is running Voltage protection is engaged Voltage to the amplifier is not within the 9 16 volt operating range Have automobile charging electrical system inspected 3 Amp will only play at low volume levels gt Short circuit protection is engaged Check for speaker wires shorted to each other or the vehicle chassis Damaged speakers or operating below minimum impedance will also cause this O No output from one channel gt Check balance control on head unit gt Check
12. n unauthorized dealer i i ifi e Damage due to improper installation e tems previously repaired or modified by any e Damage caused by exposure to water excessive y j indivi heat chemical cleaners and or UV radiation e Items returned from unauthorized individuals or dealers e Damage through negligence misuse accident or ippj ive j abuse Repeated returns for the same damage may ketur shipping on non defentive IEMS PERE Sanaa ma e Frei The cost of shipping product to Stillwater s Products returned without RELU igns HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE Stillwater Designs maintains a goal of 24 hour service for all returns Delays may be incurred if lack of replacement inventory or parts is encountered INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY Contact your International Stillwater Designs dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country s warranty policies STILLUATER P O Box 459 e Stillwater Oklahoma 74076 e U S A e 405 624 8510 Ver 4 ae KICKER drivers are capable of producing sound levels that can permanently e damage your hearing Turning up a system to a level that has audible distor tion is more damaging to your ears than listening to an undistorted system at the same volume level The threshold of pain is always an indicator that the sound level is too loud and may permanently damage your hearing EEE Please use Common sense when controlling volume January 2002
13. ntrol it matches the output of the head unit to the input level of the amplifier and must be adjusted properly for best performance All the way up or down is not necessarily the best Turn the head unit up to about 3 4 volume eg If the head unit goes to 30 turn it to 25 Next turn clockwise the gain on the amplifier up slowly until you can hear audible distortion then turn it down just a little AMP 1 should be set first then AMP 2 KX700 5 only and finally the SUB Crossover Control Where you set the crossover is very subjective and can be fine tuned to match your listening preference or speaker requirements Bass Boost The BASS BOOST control is designed to give you increased output at 40 Hz The setting for this control is subjective however if you turn it up you must go back and adjust the gain control to avoid clipping the amplifier Bass Boost Control 0 18 dB 40 Hz Bass Boost Control 0 18 dB 40 Hz Sub Input Gain Control J 170mV 5V amp 340mV 10V Sub Crossover Control J 50 200 Hz 12 dB Oct Amp 1 Gain Control J 170mV 5V amp 340mV 10V jm Amp 1 Crossover Control 50 200 Hz 12 dB Oct g Sub Input Gain Control High Level Low Level 170mV 5V 340mvV 10V Y Sub Crossover Control 50 Hz 200 Hz 12 dB Oct Amp 2 Input Gain Control High Level Low Level 170mV 5V 340mvV 10V Amp 2 Crossover Contro 50 Hz 200 Hz
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