Kicker x50s Owner's Manual
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1. X50s COMPETITION POWER AMPLIFIER Congratulations You ve Just purchased the best amplifier in car audio It s only natural that an amplifier this good would be called a KICKER Over the last decade Stillwater Designs has established KICKER as the premier car audio speaker The name Is synonymous with rugged design outstanding performance and timeless quality a KICKER tradition that is continued in your new amplifier 2 KICKER Introduction 20000000 2 Setting Gain Control 8 Features 1 cssccccerssseccseess 2 Modules cccees 9 Wiring ceesiestncistesierecsiviece 3 Trouble Shooting 9 Mounting 100ccceseeccsseeeee 4 Specifications 11 System Diagram 6 WOPTANDY csc00cceeeeee 12 AMERICAS MUSIC MACHINES INTRODUCTION From the cast aluminum base to the completely functional heat sink this amp is built for performance Uncompromising attention to detail flexibility and pure clean power KICKER Car Audio Amplifiers The way amplifiers ought to be Stillwater Designs recommends that the KICKER Amplifier be installed at an authorized dealer The length of your KICKER Amplifier s warranty is three times as long when installed by an authorized KICKER Dealer FEATURES amp CONTROLS Your new KICKER Power Amplifier incorporates today s most advanced and innovative design techniques Three different circults provide continuo2. m oO T D O SOURCE CD Cassette Equalizer Etc Typical 4 Way System i DAISY CHAINING AMPLIFIERS When operating more than one amplifier in the same frequency range it Is possible to connect the Input of the next amplifier to the output of the first Dalsy chaining requires only one source for several ampliflers D TO NEXT AMPLIFIER i Pil GROUND CABLE LEFT MODULE IN BYPASS MODULE RIGHT MODULE IN D R R FUSE A CAR BATTERY DB TLEL rE GOI jog nf INPUT LEFT MODULE OUT RIGHT MODULE OUT GROUND REMOTE SIGNAL ABLE 51 0 8 5 104 CD Cassette FUSE f Equalizer Etc i me CAR BATTERY oTi T T TT LLT E TT ten a i Hees Coe LELLI j09 a OUTPUT INPUT SETTING GAIN CONTROL 4 The gain control Is provided for level matching purposes It DOES NOT give the amplifier any more power by turning it up Its purpose Is to adjust the sensitivity of the amplifier in relation to the output level provided by the source Start with the amp gain set to minimum by turning the control counter clockwise Turn the source level up until distortion Is barely audible Then turn it down slightly This will typically be at about 75 to 85 of full volume Ralse the amplifier gain until distortion Is Just audible The gain Is now set correctly Check the level with cd tape and tuner to make sure the adjustment Is corr
3. Mox Current Draw 55A 1 2Q stereo load or 12 bridged load Frequency Response 0 1dB 10 Hz to 30 kHz Signal to Nolse Ratio gt 100 dB unweighted relative to rated power channel Input Impedance 22 KQ Input Sensitivity range 125mV 2 5V Slew Rate 20Vms Damping Factor 422 gt 500 11 SPEAKER SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY Stillwater Designs warrants thls product to be free from defects In materlal and workmanship under normal use for a perlod of one 1 year from date of orlginal purchase unless this product Is labeled B Stock In which case it Is warranted for ninety 90 days from date of purchase 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 repalr at Its discretion the defective merchandlse at no charge This warranty Is valid only for the orginal 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 perlod 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 thls 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 sta
4. ation a signal Input Is required for each channel and a speaker load of no less than 1 2 ohm is connected to the right and left outputs LEFT SPEAKERS RIGHT SPEAKERS 1 222 MINIMUM 1 22 MINIMUM SIGNAL 1018 5 61 CD Cassette Equalizer Etc GROUND CABLE H pe a CARBATIERY ___ AA LC Eat t output INPUT i SPEAKERS Bridged Operation 12 MINIMUM For bridged mono systems an Input Is required to both input connectors and the speaker load of no less than 1 ohm ls connected to the left and right GROUND SIGNAL CABLE SOURCE CD Cassette Equalizer Etc BET INPUT Three Channel mixed Mono Operation Left Channel Right Channel amp Subwoofer Channel The upper frequency drivers are connected in stereo while the mono woofer is connected from the left to the right A typical crossover point would be 100 Hz These systems require the use of passive crossovers to maintain proper Impedance loads at all frequencies TWEETER MIDRANGE SUBWOOFER MIDRANGE TWEETER 12 Q MINIMUM 1 2 Q MINIMUM 1 Q MINIMUM 12 Q MINIMUM 1 2 Q MINIMUM sas N y Typical 3 Way GROUND System FUSE ae REMOTE SIGNAL SOURCE CD Cassette Equalizer EC h 3 R a jl MO Ee sth ie Inn oda CLI xXx CAR BATTERY OUTPUT INPUT LEFT CHANNEL SUBWOOFER RIGHT CHANNEL 1 2 Q MINIMUM 1 MINIMUM 1 2 Q MINIMUM 0 9 1 o o it
5. d or bolted It Is not recommended to run the ground wire to the battery Run the positive wire directly to the positive terminal of the battery and use a 60 amp fuse within 18 inches of the battery This fuse protects the wire run from the battery Run the power and signal wires on opposite sides of the car This helps to reduce nolse in the signal wires between the source and the amplifier The speaker connections can accept up to 8 gauge wire to reduce losses In long runs The cover panel allows for two wiring methods standard and stealth The standard method requires the removal of a break away panel as shown in the following diagram BREAKOUT SECTION The breakout panel is removed by scoring the groove with a razor knife and bending the shaded portion away from the cut The remaining edge can then bbe touched up with a small file This allows the wiring to be run directly out of the control panel side of the amplifier The opening in the base of the amplifier allows the wiring to travel through the base without altering the cover panel for a stealth look which Is often preferred for Custom installations With this method short right angle RCA connectors are required for the signal connections Do not route the wires beneath the vehicle without proper Caution protection Do not pinch wires beneath seat frames or trim panels Caution Do not ground speaker leads MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS The orientation of the amplifier I
6. ect for all SOUICeS OPTIONAL MODULES All KICKER amplifiers have a Module Docking Port which allows the use of any KICKER Module These modules greatly increase your amplifiers versatility and cost very litle when compared to stand alone units with the same func When not using a KICKER Module the Bypass Module supplied with yo must be left In place Active Crossover Modules These 2 way modules allow you to use separa subwoofers midbass drivers midranges or tweet the subwoofer a clean and undistorted sound Is 4 listening levels Each module offers a range of selectable crossove octave filtering e ASW 60Hz 80Hz or 100Hz subwoofer midbass or midrange crossover e AMR 175Hz 250Hz or 350Hz midbass midrange crossover e ATW 3500Hz or 4500Hz midrange tweeter crossover Specially on il h higher Kiencles and 24dB Specialty Modules e AEE Active Electronic Enclosure When used with KICKER Freealr woofers this module simulates the response of KICKER Competition woofers in a sealed enclosure e AEQ Active EQ Frequency Enhancement and extension module that specializes frequencies In the low bass region as well as the upper treble regions e ACR Active Center Rear Fill This module allows one amplifier to drive a center channel and rear speakers Independently at the same time e ARG Active Remote Gain An Ideal amplifier enhancement module that provides a remote gain control funct
7. from an unauthorized dealer e items previously repalred or modifled by any Install slips screwdriver holes or damage due to unauthorized repalr facility limproper Installation Items returned from unauthorized Individuals or Damage caused by exposure to water excessive heat dealers chemical cleaners and or UV radiation e Return shipping on non defective Items Damage through negligence misuse accldent or abuse Speakers damaged or voice colls charred due to Repeated returns for the same damage may be ampllfler clipping or distortion considered abuse e Speakers with silicon caulk used for gasket materlal Frelght damage e Products with tampered or missing barcode labels The cost of shipping product to Stillwater Designs Service HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE Silllwater Designs malntalns a goal of 24 hour service for all returns Delays may be Incurred If lack of replacement inventory or parts Ils encountered INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY Contact your International Stillwater Designs dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country s warranty policies STILLI AJER P O Box 459 Stillwater Oklahoma 74076 U S A 405 624 8510 Veri i KICKER components are capable of producing sound levels that can permanently damage your hearing Turning up a system to a level that has audible distortion is more damaging Eio your ears thon listening to an undistorted system at the same volume tevel The thresho
8. ion Consult with your authorized KICKER dealer for more Information TROUBLE SHOOTING _ Power indicator off no output With a Volt Ohm Meter VOM e Check 12V power terminal e Check GND terminal Check remote turn on terminal Q Power indicator on no output e Check RCA and speaker connections e Test speaker outputs with known good test speaker e With VOM in AC volts position check RCA for Input voltage E No output from one channel e Check RCA and speaker connections on that channel e Swap RCA connections between channels e Swap speaker connections between channels 9 _ Yellow LED protection light is on and there is no output Case 1 Amp is very hot Thermal protection Is engaged Verlfy that speaker load Impedance is not below specified minimums Check area surrounding amplifier for objects which may restrict alr flow and proper cooling If this continues to be a problem take vehicle to an authorized KICKER dealer for evaluation Case 2 Output resumes momentarily when system is turned off and then back on Short circuit protection Is engaged Verify that speaker load Impedance Is not below specified minimums With VOM check for short between speaker positive and negative and between speakers and chassis ground If unable to perform task or locate problem take vehicle to an authorized KICKER dealer for evaluation E Alternator noise a whining that varies with engine RPM Make sure source gro
9. ld E of pain is always an indicator that the sound level is too loud and may permanently 2 domage your hearing Please use common sense when controlling volume JANUARY 1996
10. s critical to provide proper cooling The cooling fins are designed to operate best when run in a vertical position or mounted flat with the fins up The mounting feet can be attached so they are positioned to the end or the edge of the amplifier whichever works best for you Stealth mounting ls accomplished by using the template provided in the box The template shows where the screw holes are located and where the mounting surface must be cut out fo run the wires A 6 sheet metal screw must be used when stealth mounting the amplifier The chart on the template shows the screw length needed for the thickness of mounting board used Since the case of the amplifier is part of the nolse shielding system In the amplifier it is necessary to mount it to a non conductive surface Mounting the amplifier to chassis ground will cause engine nolse AMPLIFIER MOUNTING WITHOUT FEET AMPLIFIER MOUNTING SURFACE amma WASHER 6 MOUNTING SCREW NOT SUPPLIED AMPLIFIER MOUNTING WITH FEET SUPPLIED ciy KICKER MERTERT a Tii Ep ISEGUN EERS 1 iia E Ji g ESSES EaEnE 1 Tee i i Saag a 7 s a aim Engg 1 EEE a ga tang i ERSE 8 SCREW NOT SUPPLIED MOUNTING FOOT SUPPLIED SCREW 6 32 MOUNTING SURFACE NOTE Never load an amplifier to less than 12 Mono or 1ot 2Q Stereo SYSTEM DIAGRAMS Two Channel Operation In conventional stereo or two channel oper
11. te WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE Defective merchandise must be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs Kicker Impulse Dealer for warranty Assistance In locating an Authorized Dealer can be obtained by writing or calling Stillwater Designs direct 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 send defective merchandise 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 Return only defective components Return of entire cabinets system packs palrs etc Increases your return freight charges 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 one 1 year previous to the date Item Is sent In Freight must be prepaid Items recelved freight collect will be refused Failure to follow these steps may vold your warranty Any questions can be directed to the Warranty Deparment at 405 624 85 10 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty Is valld only If the product Is used for the purpose for which It was designed lt does not cover Products purchased
12. unds are as short as possible and connected to bare chassis metal not to factory radio ground Beware of dash braces Many are not grounded to chassis Check RCA cable for proper connections and routing Try another cable routed ina different location In the vehicle If unable to cure problem take vehicle to an authorized KICKER dealer for evaluation Do not ground amp chassis Stereo image is unfocused and bass is reduced Check system phasing by turning the balance control fo the left and right speakers If bass Ils more prominent when turned to elther side check speaker wiring for proper positive and negative connections Reverse connections on one speaker If necessary cC aution When jump starting the vehicle be sure that connections made 10 with jumper cables are correct If Improper connections are made it can result in blown fuses in the amplifler power line as well as other systems in the vehicle SPECIFICATIONS Number of channels 2 Stereo 1 Bridged Mono Rated power channel Into 402 25W 100W no more than 0 02 THD 20Hz to 20KHz both channels driven 12 5 16VDC Rated power channoal Into 202 50W 200W no more than 0 02 THD 20Hz to 20KHz both channels driven 12 5 16VDC Rated power channel into 192 100W 340W no more than 0 02 THD 20Hz to 20KHZ both channels driven 12 5 16VDC Rated power channel Into 1 292 170W not recommended no more than 0 05 THD 20Hz to 20kHz bridged mono 12 5 16VDC
13. us protection from the severe conditions associated with car audio These are thermal speaker short and reversed power connections The high input impedance allows for multiple amplifiers to be daisy chained from a single source without degrading the signal The custom tooled connectors provide positive contact for power and speaker connections while allowing maximum gauge wires to be used effectively Optional plug in modules can provide active equalization crossover and other signal processing functions The output of the module can be directed to successive amplifiers through the signal output of the initial amplifier All these features are included in an attractive and easy fo install chassis L SOCKET R L GROUND PUTS MODULE SPEAKER OUTPUTS OUTPUTS REMOTE FUSES 30A MAX GAIN BATTERY MODULE R Re L Le WIRING INSTRUCTIONS l FUSE CAR BATTERY GROUND CABLE 2 ft max REMOTE SE CINT E E SOURCE TERMINALS CD Cassette Equalizer Etc OUTPUT INPUT The X50s amplifier requires 8 gauge power wires for both 12v and ground connections The screws in the amplifiers terminal strip must be very tight Always make the ground connection first when installing thls amplifier and disconnect ground last when removing It from the system Connect the ground wire which is 24 inches or less to a structural chassis member Be sure this connection Is to bare metal and securely screwe
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