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Kicker 80ss Stereo Amplifier User Manual

1. Signal IN Signal OUT Signal IN AC Volt 5 50 _ AC Volt 5 50 _ 9 KX2500 1 Amplifier Installation ONE SUBWOOFER For maximum power into a single subwoofer you will need a 2 Single Voice Coil SVC subwoofer OR a 4 Dual Voice Coil DVC subwoofer Coil Coil Coil 2 Coil 1 Coil 1 Coil 2 Single 2 SVC Single 4 DVC Parallel Wired TWO SUBWOOFERS For maximum power into a pair of subwoofers you will need two 4 Single Voice Coil SVC subwoofers OR two 2 Dual Voice Coil DVC subwoofers Coil Coil Coil Coil Coil 2 Coil 1 Coil 1 Coil 2 Coil 2 Coil 1 Coil 1 Coil 2 Two 4 SVC Parallel Wired Two 2 DVC Series Parallel Wired 10 KX2500 1 Amplifier Installation FOUR SUBWOOFERS For maximum power into a quad set of subwoofers you will need four 8 Single Voice Coil SVC subwoofers OR four 4 Dual Voice Coil DVC subwoofers Coil Coil Coil Coil Coil Coil Coil Coil Four 8 SVC Parallel Wired Coil 2 Coil 1 Coil 1 Coil 2 Coil 2 Coil 1 Coil 1 Coil 2 Coil 2 Coil 1 Coil 1 Coil 2 Coil 2 Coil 1 Coil 1 Coil 2 Four 4 DVC Series Parallel Wired 11 KX2500 1 Amplifier Installation USING THE SIGNAL OUTPUT JACKS PAST The Output Pre Amp Signa
2. Draw Up to 5 ft 5 to 10 ft 10 to 15 ft 15 to 20 ft 20 to 25 ft 0 20 20 35 35 50 50 65 65 85 85 105 105 125 125 150 150 200 200 250 250 300 8 Ga 8 Ga 8 Ga 8 Ga 4 Ga 8 Ga 8 Ga 8 Ga 4 Ga 4 Ga 8 Ga 8 Ga 4 Ga 4 Ga 4 Ga 8 Ga 4 Ga 4 Ga 4 Ga 1 0 Ga 4 Ga 4 Ga 4 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 4 Ga 4 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 4 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga x 2 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga x 2 1 0 Ga x 2 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga 1 0 Ga x 2 1 0 Ga x 2 1 0 Ga x 2 For current draw exceeding 300 amps or cable lengths in excess of 25 feet contact Kicker or your local Kicker dealer for advice Performance 1500 x 1 4 ohms from 20 200 Hz 14 4Vdc 1 THD CEA 2006 Watts Signal to Noise Ratio 46 CEA 2006 ref 1W A weighted 15 KX2500 1 Amplifier Warranty ELECTRONICS LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS NOT COVERED Kicker warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of THREE 3 MONTHS from date of original purchase with receipt When purchased from a Authorized KICKER Dealer it is warranted for TWO 2 YEARS from date of original 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 def
3. distortion then turn it down just a little CROSSOVER CONTROL Where you set the crossover is very subjective and can be fine tuned to match your listening preference or speaker requirements All KX2500 1 amplifiers come with a full time variable lowpass crossover selectable from 50 Hz 200 Hz BASS BOOST The BASS BOOST control is designed to give you increased output at 40 Hz up to 18 dB 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 Input Gain Control Low Level High Level 170mv 5v 340mv 10v Bass Boost Control 0 to 18 dB 40 Hz Crossover Control 50 Hz 200 Hz 12 dB Oct 13 KX2500 1 Amplifier Help Trouble shooting If your amplifier does not appear to be working check obvious things first such as blown fuses poor or incorrect wiring connections gain controls properly set etc There are two LEDs on the end panel of your Kicker KX series amplifier 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 Green LED off no output With a Volt Ohm Meter VOM check 12 volt power terminal should read 12V to 16V Rem
4. there are no items behind the area that could be damaged by the screws Check for wiring harnesses brake lines fuel lines gas tanks etc All amplifiers generate heat under normal operation Be sure to choose a location that allows adequate ventilation for the amplifier Also consider that the air temperature inside an automobile s trunk can reach upwards of 140 degrees fahrenheit 60 celsius An amplifier mounted here may require additional cooling needs 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 amplifiers 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 amplifier and all wiring connections NOTE Objects in the manual are larger than they appear Pictures and diagrams of the massive KX2500 1 in this manual are not to scale this was done to prevent having a manual the size of your average wakeboard Remove Remove Remove Remove With the shroud removed drill 4 holes using a 7 64 2 75 mm drill bit and use the supplied 8 screws to mount the amplifier 5 KX2500 1 Amplifier Installation Wiring Signal can be input into the amplifier using either the lo
5. 10 for a Return Authorization RMA 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 RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package Please return only defective components The return of functioning items increases your return freight charges Non defective items received will be returned freight collect Include a copy of the original receipt with the purchase date clearly visible and a proof of purchase statement listing the Customer s name Dealer s name and invoice number and product purchased Warranty expiration on items without proof of purchase will be determined from type of sale and the manufacturing date code Freight must be prepaid items sent freight collect or COD 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 This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed It does not cover Kicker strives to maintain a goal of 72 hour service for all electronics amplifiers crossovers equalizers etc returns Delays may be incurred if lack of replacement inventory or parts is encountered Contact your International Kicker dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country s warrant
6. 2 KX2500 1 Amplifier Introduction KX2500 1 Congratulations You have just purchased the latest in amplifier technology to carry the famous KICKER name Your KICKER KX2500 1 amplifier is designed and built to give you years of powerful and trouble free performance in SPL contests and on the street Please read this installation manual it contains valuable information to help you get the most out of your new KX2500 1 amplifier This is your fuel for Livin Loud Attention Please record your purchase information in the area provided below We recommend attaching the original sales receipt or a copy of it to this manual for future reference If 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 validate your warranty ALWAYS KEEP YOUR RECEIPT KX2500 1 Amplifier Owner s Manual Mono Block Model Authorized Kicker Dealer Purchase Date Amplifier Model Number Amplifier Serial Number _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ KX2500 1 3 KX2500 1 Amplifier Features Features Class D Mono Amplifier Delivers massive power into a single channel with greater efficiency than conventional class A B amplification Low Impedance Operation Designed
7. ect or malfunction during the warranty period Kicker will repair or replace at its discretion the defective merchandise with equivalent merchandise at no charge Warranty replacements 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 should be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs Kicker Dealer for warranty Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be found at www kicker com or by contacting Stillwater Designs directly 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 directly to Stillwater Designs Kicker call the Kicker Customer Service Department at 405 624 85
8. for stable operation and maximum power output into a 2 ohm load SORT Protection Circuitry Short circuit Over voltage Reverse polarity Thermal Protects amplifier from accidents and undesirable operation MOSFET Power Supply Provides high efficiency operation KickBass Variable bass boost circuit which provides up to 18 dB of boost at 40 Hz Full time Variable Crossover 12dB low pass variable from 50 200Hz Subsonic Filter Switchable ON OFF speaker protection filter set at 12dB octave 25 Hz High amp Low level inputs Allows connection to various sources such as an after market stereo factory radio DVD Player Video Cassette Player etc PAST PRE Amp Signal Transfer Output RCA jacks to pass the incoming signal to another amplifier or component Custom tooled gold plated connectors Assure maximum power transfer and clamping Remote Bass Level Control Dash or center console mountable for remote fine tuning of bass output EndKaps Cast aluminum custom removable covers to protect and hide all your wiring connections to the amplifier Can be prepped and painted any custom color you choose Big Toothy Grin Expression on your face as you and your friends admire this surfboard in your trunk Two Year Warranty When purchased from an Authorized KICKER dealer 4 KX2500 1 Amplifier Installation Mounting When selecting a location to mount your Kicker amplifier be sure it is structurally sound and that
9. ge 2 TO 12 VOLT POWER SOURCE KICKER 300 A SIGNAL IN SIGNAL OUT NOTE For maximum performance from your Kicker KX2500 1 amplifier we recommend using Genuine Kicker Installation Accessories Visit your local dealer or visit www Kicker com to learn more 8 KX2500 1 Amplifier Installation TWO KX2500 1 AMPLIFIERS amp ONE DVC SUBWOOFER This diagram shows how to power a single Dual Voice Coil DVC subwoofer using two KX2500 1 amplifiers For maximum power output from your KX2500 1 to the subwoofer each voice coil should be 2 impedance Do not connect to voice coils with an impedance lower than 2 Be sure to properly power and ground each amplifier according to the minimum specifications shown on page 6 to insure proper operation and maximum power output NOTE The gain setting output level on both amplifiers must be matched for proper operation If the output level of both amplifiers is not matched this will result in poor performance and possible damage to your subwoofer To properly set the levels you will need a test CD containing a 60 Hz test tone and a digital volt meter Play the 60 Hz tone through your CD player set at a low to moderate volume level Next measure the AC voltage output across each amplifier s positive and negative speaker output terminals Turn the gain down on the amplifier which reads higher until it matches the other amplifier Coil 2 Coil 1 Coil 1 Coil 2
10. ith a minimum 140 amp output capacity At least one extra battery located close to the amplifier 1 0 gauge power and ground feeds to the extra battery Proper fusing as per diagram below Short as possible power and ground feeds to the amplifier A minimum of 12 gauge speaker wire from amp to speakers Up to 8 Gauge can be used and is recommended Earplugs GROUND 12V MAIN BATTERY Engine Compartment FUSE 18 or less REMOTE TURN ON 1 0 Gauge 1 0 Gauge 18 Gauge KICKER 300 A 12V AUXILARY BATTERY In Trunk FUSE FUSE KICKER 300 A 1 0 Gauge 18 or less KICKER 300 A 1 0 Gauge Total length of cable from Auxilary Battery to Amplifier not to exceed 6 feet 1 0 Gauge Total length of Ground Cable not to exceed 3 feet 12 8 Gauge 1 0 Ga ALTERNATOR 140 Amp Minimum 7 KX2500 1 Amplifier Installation System Diagrams The following diagrams shows the most common configurations for your Kicker KX2500 1 series amplifier MONO CHANNEL OPERATION The KX2500 1 amplifier is capable of operating into a minimum impedance of 2 ohms If you are using a single voice coil woofer be sure the impedance of the voice coil is equal to or greater than 2 If using dual voice coil subwoofer or driving multiple subwoofers be sure the net impedance presented to the amplifier is at least 2 or greater GROUND FUSE REMOTE TURN ON SUBWOOFER s 1 0 Gauge 1 0 Gauge 18 Gau
11. l Transfer RCA jacks allow you to send the incoming signal from one Kicker KX2500 1 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 or the High Level inputs and is not affected by the amplifier s built in crossover Most head units with high voltage outputs should be capable of driving up to ten amplifiers in a chain 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 remote REMOTE BASS jack on the amplifier chassis When using more than one KX2500 1 amplifiers you have the ability to control all of them from one Remote Bass Level Control The adapter is a common Modular Phone Splitter found at Radio Shack and is installed between the controller and the amplifiers Use additional RJ11 cords 4 conductor phone cords to connect the amplifiers to the Modular Phone Splitter SOURCE UNIT Left Left Right Right Speaker Outputs RCA Outputs WARNING Use Only The Speaker Outputs OR the RCA Outputs Never Both At The Same Time To Next Amplifier REMOTE BASS LEVEL CONTROL To Other Amplifiers Co
12. mmon Modular Phone Splitter Mounting Surface REMOTE BASS REMOTE BASS 12 KX2500 1 Amplifier Operation Navigation Your Kicker amplifier has three rotary controls on top and one switch on the end panel These controls ensure the reliability and performance of the amplifier so they need to be set correctly SUBSONIC FILTER SWITCH NEVER CHANGE THE SUBSONIC FILTER SWITCH SETTING WITH THE SYSTEM ON The switch located on the end panel next to the RCA jacks is for the subsonic filter It is 12db octave set at 25 Hz It is highly recommended to leave this switch on as it protects your amplifier and speakers from damaging ultra low frequencies which are not audible If you must turn this switch off do so only when using sealed woofer enclosures and no boosting of frequencies below 40 Hz with any equalizer Subsonic Filter Switch REMOTE BASS BEFORE TURNING ON THE SYSTEM FOR THE FIRST TIME MAKE SURE THAT THE THREE ROTARY CONTROLS ON TOP OF THE AMPLIFIER ARE TURNED FULLY COUNTER CLOCKWISE GAIN CONTROL Remember the gain control is not a volume control 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
13. of the alternator to the car chassis 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 The supplied ANL fuse holder and fuse must be installed within 18 inches of the battery to protect the power wire feeding your amplifier The Remote Turn On lead gets connected to your source unit s power antenna lead or another switched 12 volt source in your vehicle Model Fuse Size Wire Gauge KX2500 1 300 Amp 1 0 Ga To Chassis Ground To Post On Battery FUSE To Speaker Terminal To Speaker Terminal Remote Turn On LED Status Indicators NOTE 1 Supplied with amplifier 300 amp ANL type fuse with holder Wire within 18 of the battery NOTE 1 6 KX2500 1 Amplifier Installation BIG AMP AHEAD Just in case you missed it at the time of purchase this is a BIG amplifier that will create BIG power For an amplifier to produce 2500 watts of output power it requires a solid electrical system feeding it and a solid delivery system to your speakers What this means is you have to use the appropriate wire and accessories with this amplifier to insure optimum performance and durability We recommend using Genuine Kicker Installation Accessories Visit your local dealer or visit www Kicker com to learn more Kicker highly recommends the following An alternator w
14. ote turn on terminal should read 12V to 16V Ground terminal Green LED on no output Check RCA connections Test speaker outputs with known good speaker Substitute known good source unit Check for signal on RCA cable with VOM meter in AC position Red LED on no output 1 Amp is very hot Thermal protection is engaged Check for proper impedance at speaker terminals Also check for adequate airflow around amplifier MODEL KX2500 1 14 KX2500 1 Amplifier Specifications 1 x 1500 1 x 2500 1 x 1200 1 x 2000 Height Width Length with EndKaps Length without EndKaps Frequency Response Input Sensitivity Signal to Noise Ratio Electronic Crossover KickBass Boost Subsonic Filter 14 4Vdc 4 Mono 1 5 THD N 2 Mono 1 5 THD N 12 5Vdc 4 Mono 1 5 THD N 2 Mono 1 5 THD N 2 1 2 inches 6 35 centimeters 10 1 8 inches 25 7 centimeters 30 9 16 inches 77 6cm 26 5 16 inches 66 8cm 20 Hz 200Hz 0 1 dB 170 mV 5 V low level 340 mV 10 V high level gt 85 dB a weighted re rated power Variable low pass 50 200 Hz 12 dB octave Variable 0 to 18 dB boost 40 Hz 12 dB octave High Pass 25 Hz RMS POWER In Watts All Channels Driven NOTE All specifications and performance figures are subject to change Please visit the support section at www kicker com for the most current information Power Wire Chart Kicker Recommended For Maximum Performance Amperage
15. w level RCA input connections 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 Connecting to the amp with either input will provide a low level signal at the output PAST jacks SOURCE UNIT Left Left Right Right Speaker Outputs RCA Outputs WARNING Use Only One Never Both At The Same Time REMOTE BASS 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 recommended 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 36 inches or less and connected to a paint and 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 chassis of this same gauge or larger is highly recommended Adding or upgrading the ground from the case
16. y policies 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 barcode 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 HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY P O Box 459 Stillwater Oklahoma 74076 U S A 405 624 8510 KICKER drivers 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 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 Please use common sense when controlling volume WARNING 08112005 05KX1

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