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KM COMPONENT SYSTEM
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CROSSOVER
The KM6500.2 uses a built-in crossover for both the mid and horn. To adjust the output level, use the
jumper on the back of the horn-loaded compression driver by pushing down on the terminal, inserting the
wire and then releasing the terminal to secure it. For example, when using the KM6500.2 with extra mids
provided in the KM6500, move the jumper wire to
+6 dB.
The Kicker KM6500.2 high-effi ciency component system is specially designed for “Livin’ Loud” out in
the harsh marine environment, and is made using advanced materials and construction techniques,
maintaining optimal performance for years to come. The KM6500.2 features a pair of 6.5 inch mid-bass
woofers and 1.7 inch horn-loaded compression drivers. The KM6500 comes with a pair of 6.5 inch mid-
bass woofers only. Combine the KM6500.2 and KM6500 for a 6-driver system.
SPECIFICATIONS
WIRING & INSTALLATION
Wire and install the KM6500.2 drivers and horns
to your speaker cans as per the manufacturer’s
instructions. For optimal performance, consider
loosely fi lling 50%-100% of the can with poly-fi l.
Wire the cans in parallel as illustrated at the top of
Page 3. If you’ve added an additional mid to each
channel with the KM6500, please reference the
diagram at the bottom of page 3.
To get the best performance with minimal distortion
out of your KM system, use a high-pass fi lter (or
crossover); 80-100Hz is a good starting point.
KM Component System Owner’s Manual
Authorized KICKER Dealer:
Purchase Date:
Speaker Model Number:
Model:
KM6500.2 KM6500
Woofer Size
6-1/2”, 165 mm
6-1/2”, 165 mm
Horn-loaded Compression Driver Size
1.7”, 43.2 mm
N/A
Horn Exit
True Tractrix 60x90, 1”, 25.4 mm
N/A
Dome Material
Titanium
N/A
Impedance ohms, Rated (DC Resistance)
4
4
Power Handling Watts, Peak (RMS)
400 (200)
200 (100)
Sensitivity [SPLo], dB @ 1W, 1m
94.5 dB 1 mid, 99.5 dB 2 mids
90.5 dB
Effective Frequency Response
50 - 22,000 Hz
50 - 1,700 Hz
Woofer Mounting Hole Diameter
5-11/16”, 144 cm
5-11/16”, 144 cm
Woofer Mounting Depth
3-7/8”, 99 cm
3-7/8”, 99 cm
Horn Mounting Hole Diameter
5-11/16”, 144 cm
N/A
Horn Mounting Depth
7-3/16”, 183 cm
N/A
High Pass, dB, at Frequency, Hz
18 dB @ 1,700 Hz
N/A
Low Pass, dB, at Frequency, Hz
12 dB @ 1,700 Hz
12 dB @ 1,700 Hz
High Frequency Output Level, dB
0 or +6
N/A
KM6500 / KM6500.2
Models:
Note:
Kicker Marine speakers use the highest level of magnetic
shielding available to minimize compass and gauge deviation in your
dash. Kicker Marine speakers meet or exceed industry standards for
environmental humidity and corrosion, and for material degradation due
to UV exposure.
From Amplifi er
From Amplifi er
0 dB
gives a fl at frequency
response and is the recommended
confi guration for use with one mid.
+6 dB
gives a fl at frequency
response and is the recommended
confi guration for use with two mids.
Jumper Wire
Horn Can
Mid Can
Mid Can
Horn Can
Mid Can
Terminal
Terminal
Terminal
Terminal
Terminal
+
+
-
-
Horn-loaded compression driver
+
+
-
-
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