Kicker KX1200.1 Manuel utilisateur

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 powerful 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.

Class D Mono Amplifier Delivers Massive power into a single channel

without

big current draw.

Low Impedance Operation Stable into 2 ohm (KX400.1,KX600.1) or

1 ohm (KX1200.1).

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.

Full-time Variable Crossover 12dB lowpass variable from 50-200Hz.

Subsonic Filter Defeatable 12dB at 25 Hz.

High & Low level inputs Allows connection to various sources such as: 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 damping.

Strapping Jacks Allows two amplifiers to be joined to produce Double Power.

Remote Bass Level Control Dash mounted for maximum control.

Three Year Warranty When

purchased from and installed by

Authorized

KICKER dealer.

KX400.1 / KX600.1 / KX1200.1

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 that could be dam-

aged 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 loca-

tion 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. 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 loca-

tion.

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 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” drill bit

and use the supplied #8 screws to mount the amplifier.

Wiring Instructions

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. Connecting to the amp with

either input will provide a low level signal at the output (PAST)jacks.

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 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 amplifi-

er. 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-400.1 40A 4 GA

KX-600.1 60A 4 GA

KX-1200.1 150A 1/0 GA

SOURCE UNIT

Left +

Left -

Right -

Right +

Speaker

Outputs

RCA

Outputs

WARNING-Use Only One...Never Both At The Same Time !!!

INPUT

+ -

OUTPUT

SPEAKER OUT

REMOTE BASS

HI-LEVEL

INPUT

SUB

SONIC

FILTER OUT IN

+ - - +

ON OFF

AMP STRAPPING

System Diagrams

The following diagrams show the most common configurations for your Kicker

KX.1 series amplifier.

ONE CHANNEL OPERATION

KX series amplifiers are capable of operating into a minimum impedance of

2 ohm for the KX400.1, KX600.1 and 1 ohm for the KX1200.1.

GROUND

REMOTE

TURN-ON

BATTERY

+12V FUSE

SIGNAL INSIGNAL OUT

18"

or less

INPUT

+ -

OUTPUT

SPEAKER OUT

REMOTE BASS

HI-LEVEL

INPUT

SUB

SONIC

FILTER OUT IN

+ - - +

ON OFF

AMP STRAPPING

GROUND

REMOTE

TURN-ON

BATTERY

+12V FUSE

SIGNAL IN

18"

or less

GROUND

REMOTE

TURN-ON

BATTERY

+12V FUSE

18"

or less

3.5mm/ 1/8"

Mono 2 conductor

Primary AMP

Secondary AMP

Tip Sleeve

OUT IN

AMP STRAPPING

Straapping Two KX.1 Amps(Double Power)

By using a Mono plug (available at Radio Shack) you can run two KX .1 ampli-

fiers into one woofer. Minimum impedaance 4 ohm for KX400.1, KX600.1 and

2 ohm for the KX1200.1. When straapped the Secondaary amplifier controls are

bypaassed..See Tech..Brief for more info..on this configuraation..

USING THE SIGNAL OUTPUT JACKS (PAST)

The Output (Pre Amp Signal Transfer) RCA jacks allow you to send the

incoming signal from one Kicker KX series amplifier to another amplifier or

processor without the need for Y cables. The signal from the PAST jacks is iden-

tical 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 appropriate

jack on the amplifier chassis.

When using more than one KX.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 amplifier.

SOURCE UNIT

Left +

Left -

Right -

Right +

Speaker

Outputs

RCA

Outputs

WARNING-Use Only One...Never Both At The Same Time !!!

INPUT

+ -

OUTPUT

SPEAKER OUT

REMOTE BASS

HI-LEVEL

INPUT

SUB

SONIC

FILTER + - - +

ON OFF

INPUT

+ -

OUTPUT

SPEAKER OUT

REMOTE BASS

HI-LEVEL

INPUT

SUB

SONIC

FILTER + - - +

ON OFF

To Next Amplifier

REMOTE BASS

LEVEL CONTROL

Mounting Surface

Common Modular

Phone Splitter

To Other

Amplifiers

OUT IN

AMP STRAPPING

OUT IN

AMP STRAPPING

6 9 12

0 11

BASS

BOOST

(dB)

GAIN

50 200

X-OVER

FREQ. (Hz)

Bass Boost Control

0-18 dB @ 40 Hz

Input Gain Control

Low Level High Level

170mV - 5V 340mV - 10V

Crossover Control

50 Hz - 200 Hz 12 dB/Oct

Adjusting Amplifier Controls

On your Kicker amplifier there are 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 CHHANGE THE SUBSONICFILTER SWITCHHSETTING 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. All KX.1 amplifiers come with a full-time

variable lowpass crossover selectable from 50 Hz - 200 Hz.

BEFORE TURNING ON THE SYSTEM FOR THE FIRST TIME, MAKE SURE THAT

THE THREE ROTARY COONTROLS ON TOP OF THE AMPLIFIER ARE

TURNED FULLY COOUNTER-CLLOCKKWISE!

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 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.

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.

INPUT

+ -

OUTPUT

SPEAKER OUT

REMOTE BASS

HI-LEVEL

INPUT

SUB

SONIC

FILTER + - - +

ON OFF

Subsonic Filter

Switch

OUT IN

AMP STRAPPING

Troubleshooting

If your amplifier does not appear to be working, check obvious things first

such as blown fuses, poor or incorrect wiring connections, crossover switch set

properly, 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).

"Remote 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.

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.

"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.

!Low Power Output

"Swap speaker connections from positive to negative.

If bass improves, the speaker was out of phase.

!Alternaator noise (whining sound thaat vaaries with engine RPM):

"Check for damaged RCA cable.

"Check routing of RCA cable.

"Check source unit for good ground.

"Check gain setting, turn down if set too high.

CAAUTION: When jump staarting the vehicle,,be sure thaat connections maade with

jumper caables are correct..Improper connections caan result in blown amplifier

fuses as well as faailure in other systems in the vehicle..

If you have more questions about the installation and operation of your new

KICKKER amplifier, see the Authorized KICKKER Dealer in your area. You may also call

our Technical Services Line at (405)624-8583 for assistance or visit our website at

www.KICKKER.com.

Specifications

Model KX400.1 KX600.1 KX1200.1

RMS Power

In Watts

@ 13.8V, 2Ω Mono, 1.5% THD 400 X 1 600 X 1

@ 13.8V, 1Ω Mono, 1.5% THD n/a n/a 1200 x 1

Dynamic Power

In Watts

@ 14.4V, 2Ω Mono 420 x 1 690 x 1

@ 14.4V, 1Ω Mono n/a n/a 1350 x 1

Length with Shroud 12.75” 16” 22.5”

(32.38cm) (40.64cm) (57.15cm)

Specifications common to all models

Height::2.5 inches / 6.35 centimeters

Width::10.125 inches / 25.7 centimeters

Length without Shroud::Subtract 5” / 12.7cm from chart above

Frequency Response::20 Hz - 200Hz, +0, -1 dB

Input Sensitivity::170 mV - 5 V low level, 340 mV - 10 V high level

Signaal--to--Noise Ratio::>95 dB, a-weighted, re: rated power

Electronic Crossover::Variable high or low pass, 50 - 200 Hz, 12 dB/octave

KickBBass Boost::Variable 0 to +18 dB boost @ 40 Hz

NOTES

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