Kicker IX.5 Series, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATION
IX
PWR PRT
GAIN
0
50Hz 11 200Hz 0dB 18dB
X-OVER FREQ BASS BOOST GAIN
0
50Hz 11 200Hz
X-OVER FREQ GAIN
0
11 50Hz 200Hz
X-OVER FREQ
XOVER
OFF HI
AMP2 SUB AMP1
XOVER
OFF HI
REMOTE BASS
INPUT
LEVEL
LO
HI
AMP2 AMP1
L
R
SUB
POWER AMP1
GND L+ L– R+ R– REM +12V
AUTO
TURN ON
12V DC AUDIO
OFFSET
FADER
OFF
ON
SUB
INPUT
AMP2
SUB
BRIDGED
AMP2
L+ L– R+ R–
SUB
+ –
BRIDGED
Automatic Turn-On Selection: The IX series offers three different automatic turn-on modes that can be
selected on the end panel; +12V, DC Offset, and Audio. Using either the DC Offset or Audio mode causes the
REM terminal to have +12V out for turning on additional amplifi ers.
• Remote Turn-On: Set the switch to +12V to use the remote turn-on lead from your source unit. Run 18
gauge wire from the Remote Turn-On Lead on your source unit to the terminal labeled REM between the
amplifi er’s positive and negative power terminals. This is the preferred automatic turn-on method.
• DC Offset Turn-On: If Remote Turn-On is not an option, the next best setting is DC Offset. The DC Offset
mode detects a 6V DC offset from the HI-Level speaker outputs when the source unit has been turned on.
• Signal Sense Turn-On: The Audio setting is the fi nal alternative for Automatic turn-on. This is a Signal Sense
turn-on method that detects the incoming audio signal from your source unit and automatically turns on the
amplifi er. This turn-on method will not work properly if the input gain control is not set appropriately.
Input Level: The RCA inputs on KICKER IX amplifi ers are capable of receiving either Hi or Low-level signals from
your source unit. If the only output available from your source unit is a Hi-Level signal, simply press in the Input
Level switch on the amplifi er. Refer to the wiring section of this manual for additional instructions.
Fader Switch: Depress the fader switch if you are running two sets of inputs (front and rear for example) to the
amplifi er. Leave the fader switch OFF if you want to drive all channels from the AMP1 input.
Sub Input: If there is a dedicated output on your source unit for a subwoofer, connect it to the RCA inputs
labeled “SUB”, and set the SUB INPUT switch to the “SUB” position (depressed). If your source unit does not
have a dedicated subwoofer output, set the SUB INPUT switch to the “AMP2” position (unpressed), and make
sure your audio source is connected to the “AMP2” RCA inputs.
Remote Bass-ZXRC: When using the remote bass level control, you have the ability to control the output level
of the sub channel remotely. To mount the ZXRC remote bass level control, 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 Bass” jack on the amplifi er chassis.
Input Gain Control: The input gain control is not a volume control. It matches the output of the source unit to
the input level of the amplifi er. Turn the source unit up to about 3/4 volume (if the source unit goes to 30, turn it
to 25). Next, slowly turn (clockwise) the gain on the amplifi er up until you can hear audible distortion, then turn it
down a little.
Crossover Switch: Use the XOVER switch on the end panel of the amplifi er to set the internal crossover to
OFF, or HI. When the switch is set to OFF, a full bandwidth signal will be amplifi ed. Set the switch to HI if you
want the amplifi er’s internal crossover to serve as a high-pass fi lter. Never change the crossover “OFF/HI” switch
setting with the audio system on!
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