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Design Features / Wiring
Installation / Mounting
Contents
Installation Considerations
The following is a basic list of tools needed for installation:
This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for installing your
new source unit. Pre-planning your system layout and best wiring routes will save
installation time. When deciding on the layout of your new system, be sure that
each component will be easily accessible for making adjustments.
If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed by a
qualified Rockford Audio technician.
Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent damage
to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
Before beginning any installation, follow these simple rules:
1. Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before attempting to
install the unit.
2. For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to beginning
the installation.
3. For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to mounting your unit
in place.
4. Route all of the RCA cables close together and away from any high current
wires.
5. Use high quality connectors for a reliable installation and to minimize signal
or power loss.
6. Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks, fuel lines,
brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines or electrical wiring when working on
any vehicle.
7. Never run wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires inside the vehicle
provides the best protection.
8. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic
grommets to protect any wires routed through metal, especially the firewall.
9. ALWAYS protect the battery and electrical system from damage with proper
fusing. Install the appropriate fuse holder and fuse on the +12V power wire
within 18” (45.7 cm) of the battery terminal.
10. When grounding to the chassis of the vehicle, scrape all paint from the metal
to ensure a good, clean ground connection. Grounding connections should
be as short as possible and always be connected to metal that is welded to
the main body, or chassis, of the vehicle. Seatbelt bolts should never be used
for connecting to ground.
• Volt/Ohm meter
• Wire strippers
• Wire crimpers
• Wire cutters
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Battery post wrench
• Hand held drill w/ assorted bits
• Heat shrink tubing
• Soldering iron
• Solder
• Heat gun
• Source Unit
• Trim Bezel
• Mounting Plate
• Screws
• Power / Speaker Harness
• Installation & Operation Manual
Mounting
To mount the unit, you will need to find a flat surface with adequate clearance
behind that provides enough clearance for the unit and all it’s necessary wiring.
1. Once you have determined a mounting location, you will need to cut a
rectangular shaped hole in the panel (7” X 2.1” / 180mm X 52mm).
2. After the hole is cut slide the unit and wiring through the hole.
3. Slide the mounting plate over the backside of the unit and secure with the
supplied screws.
4. Next, install the back strap to the back of the unit to prevent the source unit
from excessive vibration.
5. Press on the trim bezel on the front side of the unit.
6. Plug in all wiring harnesses and cables. Refer to the wiring diagram for wire
harness connection types.
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2
3
4
5
6
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
10 11 12
3 2 1
6 5 4
9 8 7
12 11 10
ORIENTATION
SECTION A-A
SECTION B-B
1
GREEN
SPEAKER REAR LEFT (+)
20
PIN #
WIRE COLOR
WIRE DEFINITION
AWG
2
GREEN/BLACK
SPEAKER REAR LEFT (-)
20
3
RED
+12V ACC IGN SWITCH
16
4
WHITE
SPEAKER FRONT LEFT (+)
20
5
WHITE/BLACK
SPEAKER FRONT LEFT (-)
20
6
ORANGE
ILLUMINATION INPUT
20
7
GREY
SPEAKER FRONT RIGHT (+)
20
8
GREY/BLACK
SPEAKER FRONT RIGHT (-)
20
9
BLUE/WHITE
12V AMP REMOTE TURN ON
20
10
PURPLE
SPEAKER REAR RIGHT (+)
20
11
PURPLE/BLACK
SPEAKER REAR RIGHT (-)
20
12
BLACK
GROUND (-)
16
CAN BUS
RED(ZONE2 LINE OUT RIGHT)
WHITE(ZONE2 LINE OUT LEFT)
RED(AUX IN RIGHT)
WHITE(AUX IN LEFT)
SIRIUSXM
SWI
ANTENNA
RED
WHITE
RED
WHITE
RED
WHITE
REAR LINE OUT
FRONT LINE OUT
SUB - W OUT
USB
BLACK
GREEN
RED
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
GREY
PURPLE
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
REMOTE CABLE
RED
15A
FUSE
A
A
B
B
RE
D
BL
AC
K
PU
RP
LE
/B
LAC
K
PU
RP
LE
BL
UE
/W
HI
TE
GR
AY
/B
LA
CK
GR
AY
GR
EEN
/B
LA
CK
GR
EE
N
OR
AN
GE
W
HI
TE
/B
LA
CK
W
HI
TE
Trim Bezel
Panel
Back Strap
Mounting Screws
Mounting Plate
Source Unit
Rotary Encoder
This knob is for adjusting main volume, zone volumes,
menu navigation and setting adjustments.
REV / FWD button
Use this button to skip back and forward
through channels or tracks with a short press.
Long pressing will activate manual seek mode.
MENU button
This button gives you access to the main
settings of the unit by long pressing. Short
pressing will give you access to the settings for
the active source.
PRESET buttons
These buttons allow you to set presets and
allow quick access to them once set. Simple
long press to retain the channel and short press
to recall the channel.
RESET button
Pressing this button will reset the unit to factory
settings and clearing all saved settings. Use a
paper clip or small pick to press.
DIMMER button
Pressing this button will allow you to select
between the two brightness values for the
display.
PLAY / PAUSE button
Pressing this button play or pause your music.
This button also acts as a MUTE when the
source is AUX & TUNER.
SRC (Power) Button
This button allows you to switch between
sources and power the unit ON and OFF.
SUB Buttons
These buttons allow you to adjust the sub-
woofer output UP or DOWN (0-20).
A SXV300 Connect Vehicle Tuner is required
for SIRIUSXM.
(Sold separately)
For vehicles with Steering Wheel Control
the use of the PAC SWI-RC or Metra Axxess
ASWC-1 interface module is required.
When the PAC unit is being used, set the
radio selection settings for Rockford. If the
Metra unit is being used, it settings are
automatically set up.
(Sold separately)
