Kicker SX650.1 Owner's Manual
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1. BLAST Port In BLAST Port Out RKICKER 66 REMOTE ET input oe arg Speaker Left PAST Speaker Right PAST Right Input Left Input Custom machined power block accepts up to a 2 Ga wire for both power and ground connections and up to an 8 Ga for remote turn on assures maximum power transfer with minimal loss On board fusing number of fuses vary by amp size to protect amplifier against over current conditions and reverse polarity Power LED indicates amplifier is powered up and operating Check Fuse LED indicates a fault with the end panel fuses This could be fuses which are not seated properly faulty fuses or blown fuses NOTE 5 1250 1 does not have on board fusing or the Check Fuse LED due to larger external fusing requirements Power LED Check Fuse LED Fusing a L AMKICKER amp gt SN OSX500 2 e e A 4 Q n 593 9 E pup Ground Remote 12 Volt 5 X Seres Cmm Hers TYcov lt When selecting location to mount your Kicker amplifier be sure it is structurally sound and that there are no items behind the area that could be damaged by the screws Check for wiring brake lines fuel lines gas tanks etc All amplifiers generate heat under normal operation Be sure to choose a location that2. m1 mz mz m esr AMP KICKER AMP LOCK LEFT SYS RIGHT MUTE GAIN LPF HPF PHASE KOMP LIFE ELI A mMEM Z MmMEM 3 Here is a brief description of the indicators found on the VFD AmMmP1 Indicates amplifier 1 is selected for adjustment Only available in four channel amps AMPE Indicates amplifier 2 is selected for adjustment Only available in four channel amps LOCK Indicates the amplifier controls are locked out and not usable LEFT Indicates an action or adjustment of the left channel SY5 Indicates you in the system menu RIGHT Indicates an action or adjustment of the right channel MUTE Indicates you are the mute menu or the mute function is active Ssx lt Seernes Cmm Hers VFD DISPLAY cont GIN Indicates you are in the gain menu Indicates you are in the equalizer menu LPF Indicates you are in the low pass filter menu HPF Indicates you are in the high pass filter menu PHASE Indicates you are in the phase menu KOMP Indicates you are in the Kompressor menu 1 Memory preset 1 activated m m z Memory preset 1 activated M m z Memory preset 1 activated m m 4 Memory preset 1 activated sx Seernes SS 9 The keypad consists of nine buttons that allow you to adjust your amplifier m1 Used to select memory preset 1 or to store cur rent settings into preset 1
3. WITH DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING OWwWNER S MANUAL 9 604 9 417 Mono SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIERS 2002 STILLWATER DESIGNS P O Box 459 STILL 4076 USA 405 624 8510 WWW KICKER COM 22 gt en Seo Mono Block Models Attention Please take a moment and record the information asked for below in the provided area It is also a good idea to attach the original sales receipt or a copy of it to this page for future reference If for any reason you require service on this amplifier during the warranty period you will need to provide this information and a copy of the receipt to Kicker to vali date your warranty ALWAYS KEEP YOUR RECEIPT Dealer Where Purchased ES pe M KICKER SX650 1 SX1250 1 SX 1 Series Amplifier Owners Manual Congratulations You have just purchased the latest in amplifier technology to carry the famous KICKER name Your KICKER SX series amplifier employs the lat est in DSP signal processing to give you total control over your sound Like all KICKER prod ucts it is designed and built to give you years of powerful and trouble free performance This installation manual contains valuable infor mation on how to get the most out of your new SX series amplifier Thanks for buying KICKER Enjoy Purchase Date Amplifier Model Number Amplifier Serial Number 5 X Seres AMR Hers f eeTurmeeees Low Impedance Operation stable int
4. OOther Symptoms Amp is very hot no output Thermal protection is engaged Check SICK BAY to verify Check for proper impedance at speaker terminals Also check for adequate airflow around amplifier MAmp shuts down while vehicle is running Over Voltage protection engaged Check SICK BAY to verify Voltage to the amplifier is not within the 9 16 volt operating range Have automobile charging electrical system inspected MAmp only plays at low volume levels Short circuit protection engaged Check SICK BAY to verify Check for speaker wires shorted to each other or the vehicle chassis Damaged speakers or operating amplifier below minimum recommended impedance will also cause this VIWeak bass output Change the phase of the LEFT channel in the PHASE menu If bass improves then one speaker channel is out of phase polarity You can leave PHASE changed for this channel to fix the problem or better yet Check speaker connections to amp and speakers to determine which one is wrong and correct Be sure to set the PHASE of the LEFT channel back to original setting after correcting wiring connections 32 Ssx lt 5esreses Cmm eie OAlternator noise whining sound that varies with engine RPM Check for damaged RCA cables Check routing of RCA cable Check source unit for good ground Check GAIN RANGE in SYSTEM menu turn down if set too high Check GAIN in MAIN MENU turn down if set too high CAUTION
5. Ta mz Used to select memory preset 2 or to store current settings into preset 2 m Used to select memory preset 3 or to store J current settings into preset 3 m Used to select memory preset 4 or to store current settings into preset 4 HOME Used to return to the Main menu and other functions explained later uP Used to advance up through menu selections S and or adjust amplifier controls DOWN Used to advance down through menu NN selections and or adjust amplifier controls These controls and their usage will be explained later with more detail in each menu usage section Amr Fr TERS UU Ress SS 1LemSY EnD Pane 5 The BLAST Port is used to connect the Remote Bass Level Controller and for transferring control signals from one SX amplifier to another SX amplifier An RJ45 cable is required to connect the BLAST Port Out of one amp to the BLAST Port In of another This is only required if you want to control more than one amplifier with the same Bass Level Controller More details on this further in the manual The speaker terminals are custom machined connectors with full protective shrouds and are designed to accept heavy gauge speaker wire assures maximum power transfer and damping with minimal power loss Gold plated RCA input connectors and PAST jacks provide solid input and output connections for your pre amp signal
6. When jump starting the vehicle be sure that connections made with jumper cables are cor rect Improper connections to amp to will result in blown amplifier fuses as well as failure to other systems in the vehicle If you have more questions about the installation and oper ation 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 wwwW KICKER com sx 5esreses rmm ers 33 He rr SoS 5 HCorrnr9rmeeeesescore Here is a brief explanation of each KOMPRESSOR setting LOMTHLF This preset applies expansion below the threshold point to provide a fuller sound at lower volume levels Effect decreases at higher volume levels Nice effect for someone wanting a fuller sound at low to moderate listening levels HITHLK This preset applies expansion above the threshold point to provide a nice quick punch or attack to the music Effect increase with higher volume levels Like music with a quick and punchy sound Cive this one a try RET L IME Provides a quick clamp to dynamic peaks while still allowing a full sound to come through Effect increases at higher volume levels Like to play it loud but want to protect your speakers Want low level details to come through over road noise Want a more even volume level to your music All can be achieved with this preset Pretty much sa
7. allows adequate ventilation for the amplifier Also consider that the air temperature inside an automobile s trunk can reach upwards of 140 degrees fahren heit An amplifier mounted in the trunk may require additional cooling such as extra fans moving air around the amplifier s chassis or ventilating the trunk to exchange the hot air in the trunk for cooler air outside 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 EndKaps This will give you access to the mounting holes in the amplifi er and all wiring connections See Fig 1 Remove i Foe w Remove Fig 1 Remove With the EndKaps 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 drill bit and use the supplied 8 screws to mount the amplifier See Fig 2 Ssx lt Seernes nmm Hers INST e ST cr Signal is input into the amplifier using the low level RCA input connections If your source unit does not have RCA output co
8. below 2 ohms SX650 1 or 1 ohm SX1250 1 GROUND SIGNAL IN SIGNAL OUT mt 18 or less EN EOCCOHEL VV VV VY if These are just a few of the many ways you use your SX 1 series Kicker amplifier These system diagrams are designed to give you a basic understanding of the most com mon uses for this amplifier For more complex systems please visit your local authorized Kicker dealer You can also download the SX Technical Manual from our website at www kicker com for more detailed information and complex system diagrams Ssx lt 5esreses AMR Hers AMPLIFIER STRAPPING SX 1 series amplifiers are capable of being strapped together to provide twice the power into twice their rated minimum impedance Only like model amps can be strapped together In other words the X650 1 can only be strapped to another SX650 1 and the 5 1250 1 can only be strapped to another SX1250 1 O D epe 0 C CO O O O 0 NOTE 4 ohm minimum impedance for SX650 1 when strapped 2 ohm minimum impedance for SX1250 1 when strapped 1 Wire both amplifiers to 12 volt power ground and remote 2 Connect a RCA cable from the source unit to the RCA Input jacks on the primary amp 5 Use the supplied 1 8 inch mono cable to connect the Amp Strapping Out jack of the primary amplifie
9. provides you with valuable operational informa tion about your amplifier real time diagnostics and a full multi level menu driven operating system to access and adjust your amplifier The menu system is designed in layers There is a starting point and you keep drilling down until you get to the menu item you want to view or change This menu tree is an example of how the SX menu structure is set up NOTE Not all the menus and menu items are shown below DEFAULT SCREEN MAIN MENU SYSTEM GAIN EQ LO PASS HI PASS oc SYSTEM MENU VOLT NOW VOLT MIN VOLT MAX TEMP NOW TEMP MAX RUN TIME SICK BAY cc SICK BAY MENU CURRENT HISTORY E As you can see there can be an infinite number of menu levels and each one of these menu levels can have an infinite number of its own items AN Navigating this simple menu 2 structure is very easy using the 5 way keypad Pp You use the uP and DOWN keys to scroll through the available menu items and the ENT key is used to select that menu item The amp umc key backs you up one menu level from where you are and the HOME key can return you all the way to MAIN MENU by pressing and holding it for 1 5 seconds For example let s begin at the DEFAULT SCREEN our goal is to get to the HISTORY menu Pressing the key would get us to MAIN MENU Now use the uP and DOWN keys to scroll to SYSTEM then press the amp wrT key Now you are in the SYSTEM MEN
10. the opposite of 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 power wire See the charts below for wire size and fusing recommendations Model Fuse Size Wire Size SX650 1 60A 4 GA SX1250 1 150A 2 GA Wire Size Length Maximum Fuse 8 Ga 70 Amps Less than 775 Amps 400 Amps 8 Ga 40 Amps ics Meng So amps 2Ga 450 Amps 0 Ga 9 200 Amps 5x 5esreses AMR Hers Ss ysTeom Deere SINGLE SPEAKER OR VOICE COIL SX 4 series amplifiers are capable of operating into a minimum impedance of 2 ohms SX650 1 or 1 ohm SX1250 1 GROUND EODD m MULTIPLE SPEAKERS OR VOICE COILS PARALLEL WIRED SX 1 series amplifiers are capable of powering multiple speakers or voice coils wired in parallel as long as the minimum impedance does not drop below 2 ohms SX650 1 or 1 ohm SX1250 1 GROUND BATTERY mm sx lt 5esrese ers INST el exricoraA SeS 10 MULTIPLE SPEAKERS OR VOICE COILS SERIES WIRED SX 1 series amplifiers are capable of powering multiple speakers or voice coils wired in series as long as the minimum impedance does not drop
11. IN menu simply press Y Let s start at the HISTORY item in the SICK BAY MENU again it p the ENT key while in the DEFAULT 0 but instead press and hold the Home key for 1 5 1 Hey we needed a brand plug for us since this seconds Doing this will take us all the way back to the MAIN amp is cool 0 PRESS amp MENU in one key press Pressing and HOLD holding the Home key will return you 2 4 MOLTS Displays the current voltage at the The available selections in the MAIN menu are QNS all the way back to the MENU ITEM you amplifier s 12 volt battery input terminal started with in the MAIN MENU no mat SYSTEM lS 28 vv v TCI C v ve Turm r ne as KZA ter how deep in the menu level struc 3 xX X deb Or X ito L Displays the current GAIN i ture you are Pretty cool temperature of the amplifier in celsius or fahrenheit This is a very quick way to return to the MAIN MENU after 4 FME Model name of the amplifier or the name drilling down several menu layers to view or change an item you have changed it to 5 Current memory preset in use if When adjusting any amplifier control the uF DOWN any or the name you have changed it to arrow keys have 2 speeds normal and accelerated If you want to freeze the scrolling Use the u and DOWN arrow keys A display simply press the HOME to scroll through the available selections eec m Pressing an
12. MKICKER nmegz LOCK LEFT SYS RIGHT MUTE GAIN LPF HPF PHASE KOMP Y beIN eE x WIS UM NI UNS mem mEm z m amp em x m amp em Each preset stores all the values for each of the following amplifier controls TWAT 21 ILI This gives you the ability to dial in four completely different amplifier settings and store them in pre sets for instant recall later It s like a preset for your favorite radio stations only better STORING A PRESET Make all the adjustments you want to have stored in the preset and return to the DEFAULT screen To store your settings into a preset HOLD simply press and hold the desired memory until the VFD display flashes MX 1 Then release the memory 1 The indicator which matches the preset KICKER you used will illuminate RECALLING A PRESET PRESS amp To recall a memory preset simply press RELEASE and release the key The matching indicator will light up and the amplifier will ee change all the corresponding controls to the values assigned to the memory pre set AMKICKER X KIFE E GN mem z E E d wx FO 5 X 5esreses AMR Hers PRESET PRESETS Ok we know that sounds like a certain pizza commercial but seriously the four memory presets come with settings already in them You can use these as a starting point
13. NT key to select 7a LUERETT shows amplifiers current status or fault code The 6 possible codes are o ERR No problem normal operation 1111 SHORT Short circuit protection engaged H1 LiL High voltage protection engaged rst Faulty or blown power fuse SERVICE Amp requires service by KICKER When you are done viewing the current status press the 4 UD 5 key to return to the SICK ess BAY menu 55 ES ES d VA 7b H STOR logs the last 5 fault codes and how long ago they happened when compared to the RUN TIME log Use the uP and DOWN keys to select the H 5 5 log entry you want to view Press and hold the ENT key to view the time it happened When you are done viewing the history press the ESC key 5x 5esreses Cmm Hers SICK BAY cont 7 AOISE is a built in pink noise generator to test operation of the amplifier Use the UF and DOWN keys to select 1 5 ior fii GE When the PINK NOISE is ON the LEFT and 5HT indicators NIAIKICKER Z in the VFD will blinkon 7 21 e rm and off ALG p ET EIEI When you are done using the PINK NOISE generator press the 5C key to return to the SICK S BAY menu NOTE If you exit the SICK BAY menu with the PINK NOISE generator still on the Ler and bH7 VED indicators will remain blinking as a reminder 8 HW FIRME Here you can assi
14. SL MENU Here you can select which Kompressor setting you wish to use The SX amplifier utilizes a full digital compressor circuit to tweak the amplifier and the sound to Oe TE INE FATE I your unique needs Your options are t Jie Lii ii LLI OT Tork rci ri dnb and oer Press the key to enter the KOMPRESSOR adjustment menu Once in this menu use the uP and DOLuN keys to scroll through DET IO CONT GT TOLL IIE PILI BUTS E Press the 55C key to accept your selection and return to the MAIN menu NOTE While adjusting the Kompressor you will notice the KEME indicator on the ISSS VFD display is lit This indicates you are in the KOMPRESSOR menu See the specifications pages for a brief description of each Kompressor setting and some general guidelines for their use 52 X 5esreses Cmm Hers 27 COoresreerricrA4 Se 22 gt gt 5ELLIF T MENU Here you can lock down your amplifier to prevent any access to the settings The DEFAULT screen is still active and you can select any of the four presets but that is it Press the key to enter the SECURITY menu Use the uP and DOWN keys to LT og TWWi T p au select LLK 7 IAO T LOCK and then press the ENT key to accept your setting If you selected LLK iT tithe display will now show and the Lac indicator will be on The menus are now locked Press the 5 c key t
15. U Using the uP and amp K DOUUN keys again you scroll to SICK BAY and press the NT key You now in the SICK BAY MENU Use the uP and DOWN keys again to scroll to HISTORY and then press the amp Nr key That s it You are This is how you view information and change settings in your KICKER SX amplifier sx lt 5esreses rmm Hers 15 COoresrmeerricra4 Se S IF you want the display to continue scrolling simply press the HOME key again Continuing our example we are now in the HISTORY item in Pressing the key and holding it in for the SICK BAY MENU If we press the longer than 1 5 seconds will activate the Mery SwssTemn 5 key we would go back up to the accelerated scrolling mode and scroll The menu system layout is as follows SICK BAY MENU If we press the ESC through the menu items at a much E MAIN This menu is the first menu accessed from the 0 key again we would go to the SYSTEM faster rate Releasing the key will return DEFAULT This menu is displayed when your amp is DEFAULT menu and is the gateway to all the settings and MENU more press of the ESC it to normal speed mode operating and no adjustments are being made to your ampli information on your SX series amplifier F key and we are in the MAIN MENU fier This information scrolls through the display one after the Don t try to scroll through every 1 12 octave step without other and then repeats To enter the MA
16. and On Board Diagnostics various tools to troubleshoot installation issues and check amp status Kompressor A 4 setting user selectable bass compressor used to fatten up your sub bass OFF RED LINE CONTOUR and ATTACK with 24 dB of adjustment to compensate for speaker size or listening style ISIS pronounced eye sis Indicate Status amp Input Settings The user interface to view or adjust current settings and check the status of your Kicker SX amplifier BLAST Port Bass Level And Signal Transfer Provides Remote Bass Level Control and control signal transfer between multiple SX amplifiers EndKaps Cast aluminum custom removable covers to pro tect and hide all your wiring connections to the amplifier Can be prepped and painted any custom color you choose SASA Shake A Stick At So many more features it is more than you can Shake A Stick At It s an Oklahoma thing Read on to find out 5x Seres rmm Hers UE Ress gee Meet the ISSIS interface Indicate Status amp Input Settings The ISSIS pronounced eye sis allows you to view the cur IE rent conditions and settings of your amplifier as well as change the many user adjustable settings The ISSIS system consists of the VFD Vacuum Fluorescent Display and the nine soft touch buttons that make up the KEYPAD Ss VFD Ss KEYPAD GAIN EQ LPF HPF PHASE KOMP wot Tito ow WAST LINES UA mEm 1 mEMm E mEm x mem
17. ass crossover point from being any closer than 1 3 octave from the high pass crossover point If you cannot set the low pass crossover where you want then check the HFF indicator and see if it is flashing If it is then you need to go to the HI PASS menu and raise the high pass crossover point This is done as a safety precaution to prevent a notch filter condition 5 X 5esreses Cmm Hers H1 FH55 MENU Here is where you adjust the high pass crossover Your options s SLLIKE Press the amp NrT key to enter the LO PASS adjustment menu Use the uP and DOWN keys to scroll through and SLOPE and press the key to select 28 FREBLIEIIL Y selects the crossover point and can be set at any 1 Hz spaced frequency from it He to bi hz Use the UF and DOUUN keys to select your frequency Press the ESC key to return to the HI PASS menu SLLIME selects the rolloff of the crossover and can be set from FF to ct iin 6 dB steps Use the uP and DOWN keys to select your slope Press the ESC to return to the HI PASS menu NOTE While adjusting the high pass crossover you will notice the HF indicator on the VFD display is lit This indicates you are in the HI PASS crossover menu The KICKER SX amplifier monitors and prevents any high pass crossover point from being any closer than 1 3 octave from the low pass crossover point If you cannot set the high pass crossover where you wan
18. ater OK 74075 The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package Return only defective components Return of entire cabinets system packs pairs etc increases your return freight charges Non defective items received will be returned freight collect Include a dated proof of purchase stating the Customer name Dealer name product purchased and date of purchase Warranty expiration on items without proof of purchase will be determined from type of sale and the manu facturing date code 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 sx 5esrcec WS Ee Mer This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed It does not cover Damage due to improper installation Subsequent damage to other components Damage caused by exposure to moisture excessive heat chemical cleaners and or UV radiation Damage through negligence misuse accident or abuse Repeated returns for the same damage may be considered abuse Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product Speakers damaged due to amplifier clipping or distortion Items previously repaired or modified by any unauthorized repair facility Return shipping on non defective items Products with tampered or missing ba
19. ay is lit This indicates you in the EQ menu Use the uP and DOWN keys to select your frequency Press the Emc to return to the EQ menu Ji ilti TH better known as Q can be set from Sto iin 5 increments In simple terms lower Q effects more frequencies around the center frequency while higher Q effects fewer frequencies around the center frequency Use the uP and DOWN keys to select your value Press the ESC to return to the EQ menu 5x Seernes nmm e ieO 25 Se 22 S 1 LLU FH55 Here is where you adjust the low pass crossover Your options are FREGLIENILY and SLIME Press the amp NrTT key to enter the LO PASS adjustment menu Use the uF and DOWN keys to scroll through EAE rand SL LIFE and press the ENT key to select ETE L4 FRELLE iL Y selects the crossover point and can be set at 1 Hz spaced frequency from 2 HZ to chill He Use the uF and DOUUN keys to select your frequency Press the Euc to return to the LO PASS menu from tmr to 45 selects the Jid in 6 dB steps rolloff of the crossover and can be set Use the UF and DOUUN keys to select your slope Press the to return to the LO PASS menu NOTE While adjusting the low pass crossover you will notice the LiF indicator on the ISIS VFD display is lit This indicates you are in the LO PASS crossover menu The KICKER SX amplifier monitors and prevents any low p
20. cessing Most head units with high voltage outputs should be capa ble of driving up to ten amplifiers in a chain l KICKER PLICEEEN S Dum Ti o oo CO oO o mae HIN 9 A KICKER PEUT Bur wm QO To Next Amplifier or Processor 52 X 5esreses Cmm Hers 13 Ire e exricora aim USING THE REMOTE BASS LEVEL CONTROL amp BLAST You can use the Remote Bass Level Control to control the output of your amplifier from the front of the car Mount the controller by simply screwing the metal bracket to the chosen location and then slide the housing onto the bracket until it snaps into place Route the cable from the controller to the BLAST input jack on the amplifier chassis it If you wish to control more than one amplifier with your remote you will simply need to use a RJ45 cable not supplied but available at any Radio Shack computer store or electronics center to connect the BLAST output jack of the first amp to the BLAST input jack of the next amplifier BACK VIEW Mounting Surface C E E A SUPPLIED CABLE OPTIONAL RJ45 CABLE OPTIONAL RJ45 CABLE To Next Amplifier 5x Seernes rmm L Hers 0411 38 Your KICKER SX series amplifier uses the latest in Digital DSP control and
21. crolling to the next item Adjustable from 1 11 seconds 14d SLASH YE Option to turn on or off the screensaver When on ALTE the display will go to sleep when there is no button activity for 60 seconds Pressing any button once will wake up the display The imr selection turns off the screensaver and the display is always on 15 LOEK LLIE Set your own lock code The factory default is but you can change it and create your own code with up to 10 characters The and keys move the E cursor left or right to select which character to change Use the uF and DOWN keys to change the character displayed al ETE d When you are finished press and hold the HOME key for 1 5 seconds to save your new amplifier lock code IMPORTANT Be sure to write this code down for future reference 5x 5esreses rmm Hers 21 OreR aTiICr Se 22 S 16 RESET This option resets all adjustable MENU Here is where you adjust your amplifier s gain settings back to their original factory defaults control settings Use the uP and DOWN keys to Press the amp NrT key to enter the GAIN select SKIP RESET or J RESET and adjustment menu then press the key to perform the selected action Now use the uP and DOWN keys 17 This menu item will display information to increase or decrease the gain of about the DAP Digital Audio Processor hardware software th
22. currently not used but is reserved for future expansion 11 GAIT RANGE Sets the input voltage window of the UltraMatch gain control Possible choices are y Last El Id LN IL Select the one closest to the maximum RCA input voltage you expect to send to the amplifier mI E Y Use the uP and DOWN keys to select your voltage Press the ESC to return to the MAIN menu AR i 12 BRASS TSP Bypasses all DSP Vy processing and sends the input signal directly to the amplifier Use the uP and DOLuN keys to select 255 Hor 29955 LFF Press the 5 key to return to the MAIN menu 13 KME AIL This adjusts the KOMPRESSOR activation threshold Range is 24 dB to 24 dB to allow for different sized speakers or listener tastes O is the default factory setting Use the uP and DOWN keys to select your setting and then press the mc to return to the MAIN menu 20 5x 5esreses Cmm Hers 14 4 5HLR Several options to allow customizing the amplifier s VFD display 4 5H11iES Adjust the intensity level of the ISIS VFD display Five selectable levels itii dimmest setting METI LUN HGH MAX HL brightest setting 14b L F Selects between Celsius LEL 5 15 or Fahrenheit IHE 7 for temperature readouts 144c HOLI TIME Adjusts the speed of the scroll in the Default Screen display Determines how long each menu item stays in the display before s
23. d releasing the key ewr the scrolling will stop in the MAIN menu repeatedly will scroll through the menu items at normal speed When you have the menu item selected that you want to view or adjust simply press the ENT key to select it Now you can manually select the item you wish to have displayed by using the UF DOWN keys Ssx lt 5esreses AMR Ssx lt Seernes Cmm eie Se 1 18 545 MENU This menu item contains many diagnostic tools and first time setup options Use the ue and DOWN arrow keys to scroll through the options and press ENT to select Press the key to return to the SYSTEM menu 1 VOLT AON Displays the current voltage at the amplifiers 12 volt terminal 2 WILT MIF Displays the lowest voltage seen at the amplifiers 12 volt terminal since being installed 8 MAX Displays the highest voltage at the amplifiers 12 volt terminal since being installed TENE MOW Displays the current temperature of the amplifier 5 TEMP MAX Displays the highest temperature the amplifier has reached since being installed 6 Rui TIME Displays the total time the amplifier has been powered up since installation in 1 10th of an hour increments 7 SILK THY Contains several diagnostic tools Once in this menu you use the uP and DOWN keys to scroll through L LAKEHT HI STR and rre tise options Press the E
24. e amplifier in 5 dB increments from and build date O dB to 12 dB Zto ee Use the uP and DOWN keys to view the DSP Version Software Version Press the amp umc key to return to the Hardware Version and Build Date Press MAIN menu when finished adjusting ex the 5 key to return to the MAIN the gain control menu NOTE While adjusting the GAIN you will notice the 57 7 indicator on the VFD display is lit This indicates you are in the GAIN menu 22 5x Senes frm ieIe 7 ee EL MENU Here you can adjust the single band parametric equalizer Your options are FEE finiti ITH and DIOC T 1117 AILILI LL adjustment menu HOLST ELT is how much you want to boost or cut the equalizer and has a range of i 77 i steps Use the uP and DOWN keys to boost or cut the EQ and then press the amp mc key to return to the EQ menu Press the amp Nr key to enter the EQ Use the uP and DOUUN keys to scroll through nrbe di and 41 57 07 and press the ENT key to select CoresrmeerricrA4 When you are done adjusting the EQ press the ESC key while in the LH HTML TT TT EQ Freiin T iie didi and 2 DOT AIT M ainsi LLI option menu to return to the MAIN menu selects the center frequency of the EQ and can zh que HOW Due be set at any 1 Hz spaced frequency from He cuui Hz NOTE _ While adjusting the EQ you will notice the 4 indicator on the ISiS VFD displ
25. gn a unique name to your KICKER SX amplifier This name will replace the model name in the DEFAULT screen If you change your mind and do not want to change the name press and hold the HOME key for 1 5 seconds BEFORE making any changes The 5C and ENT keys move the cursor left or right to select which character to change COoresrmeerricrA4 Use the uF and DOWN keys to change the character displayed ro Uu ITE LIO i L be 1 CIL When you are finished press and hold the HOME key for 1 5 seconds to save your new amplifier name 5x 5esreses rmm re ieO 19 Se 22 S 1 9 FANE Here you can change the names of the memory locations The factory defaults are MAL KAILA 1 4 MAL IAE WEIL IL L1 WNT Use the uP and DOWN keys to select the memory location name you want to change and then press the ENT key to select it If you change your mind and do not want to change the name press and hold the HOME key for 1 5 seconds BEFORE making any changes The amp ac and EnrT keys move the cursor left or right to select which char i acter to change Use the u and DOWN keys to change the character displayed rz n T LU i f 1 L PEE 1 CIL PRESS amp 7x HOLD When you are finished press and hold a the HOME key for 1 5 seconds to save your new memory name Repeat the above steps to rename the other presets 40 FEMOTE This feature is
26. he correct position in the display Blank spaces count as part of the code so be sure you are entering it correctly Press and hold the HOME key and try again If you have found your error then the amp will unlock If not the flashing TAN CIT ari Lia will greet you and you can try again If you have tried several times several is defined as more than 3 less than 10 and you still can not unlock your amplifier this more than likely means means you have forgotten your lock code 52 X 5esreses Cmm Hers You will need to call KICKER directly at 405 624 8583 to handle this situation You will need your amplifier s serial If you enter the wrong code the display will flash the mes number AND your receipt as the guys and gals answering the phone will need this information from you to help you out So before you call gather this information up and have it E ready to save us some time on the phone Cool Cool MKICKER Better yet take the time RIGHT NOW to fill out the first page 171 in this manual and STAPLE your receipt to it That way if or when you need service like forgetting your lock code you will have all the information you need right there in front of you 29 COoresrmeerricrA Se gt c1 30 MEMOR PRESETS There are four memory preset keys each with an indicator above it in the ISIS VFD display The indicator will illuminate if that memory preset is currently in use AMPL
27. n B Stock merchandise may have cosmetic scratches and blemishes Discontinued products may be replaced with more current 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 returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs Kicker Dealer for warranty Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be obtained by writing or calling Stillwater Designs direct You can confirm ys 1 dealer is authorized by asking to see a current authorized dealer window ecal If it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise call the Kicker Customer Service Department at 405 624 8510 for a Return Authorization RMA number Package all defective items in the original container or in a pack age that will prevent shipping damage and return to Stillwater Designs 5021 North Perkins Road Stillw
28. n and then save your settings into a new preset 52 X 5esreses rmm Hers 31 CoresrmeerricrA4 51 mL SHOOT INS IF your amplifier does not appear to be working check obvi ous things first such as blown fuses poor or incorrect wiring connections crossovers set improperly gain controls improperly set etc There are two LEDs on the end panel of your KICKER SX series amplifier one green and one red The green LED indi cates the amplifier is turned on The red LED indicates that there is a fault condition with the end panel fuses and they need checked The power indicator on top of the amplifier which illumi nates the model badge follows the same function as the green LED OGreen LED off no output With a Volt Ohm Meter VOM check 12 volt power terminal should read 12V to 16 Remote turn on terminal should read 12V to 16V Ground terminal to chassis ground should read 0 OGreen LED on no output Check amp status in SICK BAY Check GAIN RANGE in SYSTEM menu Check GAIN LEVEL in CAIN menu Check if MUTE is activated Test amp using PINK NOISE in SICK BAY menu Mif amp makes noise using PINK NOISE then Check RCA cable and connections Check for signal on RCA cable with VOM in AC position Substitute known good source unit Mif amp does not make noise using PINK NOISE then Check speaker connections Test speaker outputs with known good speaker
29. nnectors you will need to use a Hi Lo level signal adapter See your Kicker dealer for more details on this The output PAST RCA jacks provide an unaltered signal output to feed another amplifier or component PARALLEL REMOTE K KICKER VWALLEL A K pe OO OO 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 possibility for noise problems When working with power connections it is always recom mended that you disconnect 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 amplifier s power connection to the battery Adding an additional ground wire between the car battery s negative post and the car chas sis 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
30. o 2 ohm SX650 1 or 4 ohm SX1250 1 mono loads SORT Protection Circuitry Short circuit Over voltage Reverse polarity Thermal Protects amplifier from accidents and out of spec operation MOSFET Power Supply Provides high efficiency operation PAST Pre Amp Signal Transfer Output RCA jacks to pass the incoming signal to another amplifier or component Class D High efficiency Class D design for maximum output power with minimal current draw Amp Strapping Allows you to combine two like models together for double the power at double the impedance Low Pass Filter Fully adjustable digital crossover with variable slope and crossover frequency 30 Hz 200 Hz in 1 Hz increments OFF 48 dB per octave slope in 6 dB increments High Pass Filter Fully adjustable digital crossover with variable slope and crossover frequency 10 Hz 60 Hz in 1 Hz increments OFF 24 dB per octave slope in 6 dB increments KickEQ Fully adjustable single band digital parametric equal izer with variable Q bandwidth variable center frequency and variable boost or cut Q range 5 10 in 5 steps Center frequency 20 Hz 200 Hz in 1 Hz steps Boost or cut range 18 dB Adjustable Phase The output phase polarity can be set at 0 Degrees or 180 Degrees UltraMatch Gain Structure Digital input gain control with five selectable gain ranges 1 volt 2 volt 4 volt 8 volt 16 volt with 12 dB of adjustment in each range in 5 dB steps SickBay
31. o return to the DEFAULT scrolling screen i4KICKER me LIIE FIF be GIL GIL rr If you selected 7 LOEK then you will return to the MAIN menu and the amplifier will remain unlocked NOTE While your amplifier is in lock down you will notice the LK indicator on the VFD display is lit This indicates your amplifier is locked down and will require a code to unlock it before any adjustments can be made UNLOCK AMPLIFIER You do remember your lock code right You better because that is now the only way in If you have not changed it then it is still at the factory default of 2 Times To unlock your amplifier press the ENT key The display will show LI Press the amp NT key again You will now enter your code to unlock the amplifier The amp ac and amp wr keys move the blinking cursor left or right to select which character to enter Use the u and naui keys to enter the character 5 A d etc When you are finished press and hold the HOME key for 1 5 seconds to enter your unlock code If the code is correct the amp will unlock and drop you back into the MAIN menu If not then read on 28 5 X Seernes Cmm Hers UNLOCK AMPLIFIER cont sage Lil and then return you to Li LiL screen KICKER Press the amp NrT key to enter your lock your code again Enter your code again making sure to place the correct character in t
32. on Stranger s Reaction 2 5 inches 6 55 centimeters 10 inches 25 4 centimeters Subtract 5 inches 12 7 cm from chart above 20 Hz 200 Hz 0 1 dB 62 5 mV 16V gt 98 dB 10 Hz 60 Hz in 1 Hz steps O off 24 dB in 6 dB steps 30 Hz 200 Hz in 1 Hz steps O off 48 dB in 6 dB steps 20 Hz 200 Hz in 1 Hz steps 5 to 10 in 5 steps 18 dB per Octave Included with each amplifier Will accept up to 2 Gauge wire 0 7 milliseconds n other words Real Fast That Shizzle s Off The Hizzle Dude Sweet 5x 5esreses AMR Hers ELECTRO IES S US eS Kicker warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workman ship under normal use for a period of 90 DAYS from date of original purchase with receipt When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer it is warranted for TWO 2 YEARS from date of original purchase with receipt If the product is labeled B Stock it is warranted for 90 DAYS from date of original purchase with receipt If labeled B Stock and purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer it is warranted for ONE 1 YEAR from date of purchase with receipt In all cases you must have the original receipt Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warranty period Kicker will replace or repair at its discretion the defective mer chandise with equivalent merchandise at no charge Warranty replacements o
33. r to the Amp Strapping In jack of the secondary amplifier 4 Use a short piece of heavy gauge wire 126a 106a 863 to connect the Speaker negative terminals of both amps together 5 The primary amplifier s positive terminal is used for the positive speaker connections 6 The secondary amplifier s positive terminal is used for the negative speaker connections 52 X Seernes Cmm eie 11 Ire e exricoraA a IB a ee 8 12 AMPLIFIER STRAPPING WITH REMOTE BASS CONTROL The Remote Bass Level Controller can be used to adjust the output level of both the amplifiers that are strapped together 1 Mount the Remote Bass Level Controller in the front of your vehicle and plug in the supplied cable 2 Route the supplied cable to the primary amplifier and connect to its BLAST In jack 3 Enjoy SUPPLIED BACK VIEW SIDE VIEW Mounting Surface ii sx Seernes Cmm Hers USING THE SIGNAL OUTPUT JACKS PAST The Output Pre Amp Signal Transfer RCA jacks allow you to send the incoming signal from one Kicker SX series amplifier to another amplifier or processor without the need for Y cables The signal from the PAST jacks is identical to the signal fed to the amplifier via its RCA input jacks and is not affected by any of the amplifier s built in digital signal pro
34. rcode labels Products returned without a Return Authorization RMA number Freight Damage The cost of shipping product to Kicker Service performed by anyone other than Kicker Speaker with any foreign caulk used for gasket material eu heme WOE ht uw lt S 2 Kicker strives to maintain a goal of 24 hour service for all returns Delays may be incurred if lack of replacement inventory or parts is encountered Wri ESSE Contact your International Kicker dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country s warranty policies C STILLWATEIR j P O Box 459 e Stillwater Oklahoma 74076 U S A e 405 624 8510 KICKER drivers are capable of producing sound levels that can permanently damage your hearing Turning E up a system to a level that has audible distortion 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 0 p is too loud and may permanently damage your Ee hearing Please use common sense when controlling volume frr ees April 2005 Mores Pia ner Cmc sS NUNES Hooe _ 38 Ssx lt 5esreses AMR Hers 5x 5esreses mr Hers 39
35. t then check the LF indicator and see if it is flashing If it is then you need to go to the LO PASS menu and lower the low pass crossover point This is done as a safety precaution to prevent a notch filter condition 5x Seres rmm Hers 25 CoresreerricrA4 Se 22 S 26 PHASE MENU Here you can switch the polarity of the ampli 7 MLITE Here you can mute the amplifier s output for fier s output between or 180 degrees Your options are setup or testing purposes Your options are 7 Lii and FjOn pc Li and DL debret MIT Fa MLE LIECT Press the key to enter the PHASE adjustment menu Press the amp NrT key to enter the MUTE adjustment menu Use the uP and DOUUN keys to scroll through t 7E oi hd TEC DCE HILL WOT MOCE ibi and press the ENT key to select Press the 5 key to make your selection and return to the Press the amp ac key to make your selection and return to the MAIN menu MAIN menu NOTE While adjusting the PHASE you will notice the Anat NOTE indicator on the IESIe amp S VFD display is lit This indicates you While adjusting the MUTE you will notice the indica are in the PHASE menu tor on the VFD display is lit This indicates you in the MUTE menu If you exit the MUTE menu with the muting activated the MITE indicator will flash to indicate this 5 X 5esreses AMR Hers KOMPRE S
36. to do your own tweak ing or for quick push a button and be done setup Any preset you store will replace the ones that come from the factory You can reset all four preset back to factory defaults anytime simply by doing a reset in the RESET AMP menu Here are the settings in each preset from the factory none OR s wenns emo In more general terms each preset offers you these options Memor y 1 sets the amplifier up with a 24 dB per octave low pass crossover at 80 Hz and an infrasonic filter often called subsonic filter to protect the speakers from harmful ultra low frequencies Memor y 2 sets the amplifier up with 24 dB per octave low pass crossover at 80 Hz an infrasonic filter often called subsonic filter to protect the speakers from harmful ultra low frequencies and a 6 dB bass boost at 40 Hz Memor y 3 sets the amplifier up with a 24 dB per octave low pass crossover at 80 Hz an infrasonic filter often called subsonic filter to protect the speakers from harmful ultra low frequencies a 6 dB bass boost at 40 Hz and sets the Kompressor into CONTOUR mode Memory 4 sets the amplifier up with a 24 dB per octave low pass crossover at 80 Hz an infrasonic filter often called subsonic filter to protect the speakers from harmful ultra low frequencies a 6 dB bass boost at 40 Hz and sets the Kompressor into RED LINE mode As stated before you can always start with one of these presets tweak it to fit your installatio
37. ys it all This turns the KOMPRESSOR off This is the factory default setting After selecting your KOMPRESSOR setting you can adjust its effect using the KOMPRESSOR ADJUSTMENT FL PLI setting located in the SYSTEM menu There you can change the threshold point for each of these settings to customize the KOMPRESSOR effect to fit your speakers car or personal tastes The possibilities are almost endless Tweak away 5x 5esreses Cmm Hers erre corrmeara ccee Model SX650 1 SX1250 1 RMS Power In Watts All Channels Driven 13 8V Mono 1 5 THD 325 x1 na 13 8V 20 Mono 1 5 THD 650 x 1 625 x 1 13 8V 12 Mono 1 5 THD na 1250 x 1 Dynamic Power In Watts All Channels Driven 14 4V Mono 1 5 THD 325 x1 na 14 4V 20 Mono 1 5 THD 650 x 1 625 x 1 14 4V 19 Mono 1 5 THD na 1250 x 1 Length With EndKaps 16 22 50 40 64cm 57 15cm Fusing 50A x2 150A x 1 external Recommended Power amp Ground Wire 4 GA 2 GA 5x 5esreses rmm Hers 35 gt So Sa 5 36 Height Width Length Without EndKaps Frequency Response Input Sensitivity Signal tO Noise Ratio High Pass Crossover Freq High Pass Crossover Slope Low Pass Crossover Freq Low Pass Crossover Slope KickEQ Frequency KickEQ Bandwidth Q KickEQ Boost Cut Remote Bass Level Control Power amp Ground Terminals DSP Reaction Time Delay Friend s Reacti
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