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5

KX2500.1 Amplifier

Installa

tion 

Wiring 

Signal can be input into the amplifier using either the low 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 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 sw 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 S 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

Summary of Contents for KX2500.1

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Page 2: ...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 dur...

Page 3: ...Switchable ON OFF speaker protection filter set at 12dB octave 25 Hz High Low level inputs Allows connection to various sources such as an after market stereo factory radio DVD Player Video Cassette P...

Page 4: ...w 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...

Page 5: ...aking 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...

Page 6: ...s the following An alternator with 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 pe...

Page 7: ...mpedance 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...

Page 8: ...t 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 dam...

Page 9: ...woofer 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...

Page 10: ...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...

Page 11: ...er 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 remot...

Page 12: ...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 perfo...

Page 13: ...ection 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...

Page 14: ...s 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 Draw Up to 5 ft 5 to 10...

Page 15: ...tside 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...

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