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Wiring Instructions

The preferred method of bringing input signal into the KX2 crossover is with

RCA cables from a quality source unit, such as an aftermarket CD player. A high

level (speaker) input may also be used if your factory deck or aftermarket source

does not have low-level RCA jacks.

Power for the KX2 should always come from a fused source. If you are using

an aftermarket head unit it is convenient to tap into the sources constant power

lead for main power and add to the remote output for turn on.

If you are using a source which does not have a remote turn on lead the KX2

can be turned on with a switched accessory lead. You can find this accessory

power source in the factory harness at the back of the radio. It is the lead that

turns on and off with the key.

To reduce the chance of noise entering the system, it is recommended that

the RCA cables be run through the vehicle separate from any power wires.

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Connect the CO12V and the 12V wires to the correspon-

ding accessory wires from the source units factory harness.

The GROUND wire needs to be securely connected to a place on the body of

the vehicle, close to the KX2, that is clean of paint and rust.

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The KX2 crossover can be mounted in any convenient location in your vehicle

that allows access to the controls and freedom from moisture. The flanges on

the chassis have mounting holes which can be used as a template for the screw

holes.

Mounting Instructons

Summary of Contents for Kicker KX2

Page 1: ...o get the most out of your new KX2 Electronic Crossover Thanks for buying KICKER Enjoy High and Low Level Inputs Speaker outputs on your deck including high powered units or low level RCA signal High Frequency Output Jacks High passed at 18 dB octave with infinitely variable frequencies of 40 to 300 Hz Low Frequency Output Jacks Low passed at 18 dB octave in a range of 40 to 300 Hz High Frequency ...

Page 2: ...cessory lead You can find this accessory power source in the factory harness at the back of the radio It is the lead that turns on and off with the key To reduce the chance of noise entering the system it is recommended that the RCA cables be run through the vehicle separate from any power wires 2 Connect the CONSTANT 12V and the REMOTE 12V wires to the correspon ding accessory wires from the sour...

Page 3: ... volume down slight ly This is the setting where the head unit puts out the maximum output without sounding bad Due to the wide range on the level controls of the KX2 you may not be able to hear the music loud enough to tell distortion yet If this is the case raise both Output Level controls to the halfway point 12 o clock position and try it again Do not increase the gain settings on the amplifie...

Page 4: ...it is a good indication that there is too much power going to it or that the HI Pass frequency is set too low Most 6 1 2 midranges will operate down to 80 or 100 Hz A 5 1 4 or a 4 will usually work down to 100 to 150 Hz Most 3 1 2 mids do not like to be operated below 300 Hz Using these guidelines turn the HI Pass frequency control down to the fre quency that your mid high speakers will handle Now...

Page 5: ...iagram using the KX2 and KX Amplifiers Bi Amp Configuration Tweeter Midrange _ _ _ Crossover L L R R Other Channel L L R R Other Channel From Source _ MID HIGH AMPLIFIER SUB AMPLIFIER R Subwoofers System Diagrams ...

Page 6: ... L R R Other Channel Mids Coaxials L L R R L L R R Other Channel _ Other Channel Front Mid High Amp Rear Mid High Amp Sub Amplifier From Source RCA Y Adapters Subwoofers R System Diagram using the KX2 and KX Amplifiers Tri Amp Configuration ...

Page 7: ...efective If problem stays on the same side proceed on Swap left and right connections at the input to the KX2 If problem trades sides in the vehicle then the wiring is defective between the head unit and the KX2 If problem stays on the same side proceed on Swap left and right High Pass RCAs at output of KX2 If problem trades sides in the vehicle then the KX2 is defective If problem stays on the sa...

Page 8: ... or malfunction during the war ranty period Kicker will replace or repair at its discretion the defective merchandise with equivalent merchandise at no charge Warranty replacements on B Stock merchandise may have cosmetic scratch es 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...

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