Kicker IX500.2 User manual

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Authorized KICKER Dealer:
Purchase Date:
Serial Number:
PERFORMANCE
Model:
RMS Power
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IX500.2
1X500.2
125Wx 2
250Wx 2
500W x1
,.9-3/8" (238mm)
2-3/16" (55mm)
7-7/8" (200mm)
20Hz-20kHz
>9SdB, A-weiQhted,
re: rated power.
, -
Low Level~ 12SmV:·:.5V
High.Level: 2S0mV-lOV
Selectable Hi/LO/OFF, Variable S0-200Hz, 12dB/octave
Variable
-0::: 18dB@)40Hz
>80%
Pro Tip: To get the best performance from your new KICKER Amplifier and extend the warranty by 1 year, use
genuine
KICKER accessories and wiring.
INSTALLATION
Mounting: Choose astructurally sound location to mount your KICKER amplifier. Make sure there are no items
behind the area where the screws will be driven. Choose alocation that allows at least 4"
(1 Oem) of open
ventilation for the amplifier.
If possible, mount the amplifier in the climate-controlled passenger compartment. Drill
four holes using a7/64" (3mm) bit and use the supplied #8 screws to mount the amplifier. Use the IXSM or IXSK
mounting kits (sold separately) to stack multiple IX amplifiers.
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IX AMPLIFIERS
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Authorized KICKER Dealer:
Purchase Date:
Serial Number:
PERFORMANCE
Model:
RMS Power
@1A.4V, 40 stereo, ~ 1%cTHD+N
@ 14.4V,20 stereo, ~ 1% THD+N
@ 14.4V,40 mono,~1%THD+N
L~Jlgth
Height
Width
Frequency Response
±1dB
Signal-td~noise RatiO
Input8ensitivity·-
Bass
Boost
Maximum Efficiency (20)
IX.2-SERIES AMPLIFIERS Owner's Manual
IX500.2
1X500.2
125Wx 2
250Wx 2
500W x1
,.9-3/8" (238mm)
2-3/16" (55mm)
7-7/8" (200mm)
20Hz-20kHz
>9SdB, A-weiQhted,
re: rated power.
, -
Low Level~ 12SmV:·:.5V
High.Level: 2S0mV-lOV
Selectable Hi/LO/OFF, Variable S0-200Hz, 12dB/octave
Variable
-0::: 18dB@)40Hz
>80%
Pro Tip: To get the best performance from your new KICKER Amplifier and extend the warranty by 1 year, use
genuine
KICKER accessories and wiring.
INSTALLATION
Mounting: Choose astructurally sound location to mount your KICKER amplifier. Make sure there are no items
behind the area where the screws will be driven. Choose alocation that allows at least 4"
(1 Oem) of open
ventilation for the amplifier.
If possible, mount the amplifier in the climate-controlled passenger compartment. Drill
four holes using a7/64" (3mm) bit and use the supplied #8 screws to mount the amplifier. Use the IXSM or IXSK
mounting kits (sold separately) to stack multiple IX amplifiers.
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Wiring: Disconnect the vehicle's battery to avoid an electrical short. Then, connect the ground wire to the
amplifier. Make the ground wire short, 24" (60cm) or less, and connect
it to apaint-and-corrosion-free, solid,
metal area of the vehicle's chassis. Adding
an additional ground wire of this same gauge (or larger) between the
battery's negative post and the vehicle chassis is recommended.
The
IX amplifier has dual input sensitivity differential RCA inputs which will receive either high or low level signals
from your car stereo's source unit. Ahigh-level signal can be run from the source unit's speaker outputs to the
stereo RCA input on the end panel of the amplifier using the KICKER ZISL as shown below (make sure you set
the
IX amplifier's input level switch to "HIli). Alternatively, the signal can be delivered to the amplifier using the low-
level RCA outputs on the source unit. Set the input level switch on the end panel of the amplifier to "LO". Either
input method will provide alow-level output signal at the RCA
output which effectively passes the audio signal
to another amplifier
or component. Keep the audio signal cable away from factory wiring harnesses and other
power wiring.
If you need to cross this wiring, cross it at a 90 degree angle.
source unit
high-level speaker
outputs
+
_C:=
core conductor
shield
to amplifier
source unit high-level
speaker outputs
Install afuse within 18" (45cm) of the battery and in-line with the power cable connected to your amplifier. Install
asecond fuse within 18" (45cm) of the amplifier.
If you ever need to remove the amplifier 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.
Model
IX500.2
External Fuse
(sold separately)
2 x 50 Ampere
Power/Ground Wire KICKER Wiring Kit
4Gauge PK4, CK4, ZCK4
~24"
(60cm)
iexternal fuse
+12V -
~18"
I+- (45cm) -+I
external fuse
remote turn-on
(see page
5)
---
bare-metal
chassis ground
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SPEAKERS
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battery -
-
3
Wiring: Disconnect the vehicle's battery to avoid an electrical short. Then, connect the ground wire to the
amplifier. Make the ground wire short, 24" (60cm) or less, and connect
it to apaint-and-corrosion-free, solid,
metal area of the vehicle's chassis. Adding
an additional ground wire of this same gauge (or larger) between the
battery's negative post and the vehicle chassis is recommended.
The
IX amplifier has dual input sensitivity differential RCA inputs which will receive either high or low level signals
from your car stereo's source unit. Ahigh-level signal can be run from the source unit's speaker outputs to the
stereo RCA input on the end panel of the amplifier using the KICKER ZISL as shown below (make sure you set
the
IX amplifier's input level switch to "HIli). Alternatively, the signal can be delivered to the amplifier using the low-
level RCA outputs on the source unit. Set the input level switch on the end panel of the amplifier to "LO". Either
input method will provide alow-level output signal at the RCA
output which effectively passes the audio signal
to another amplifier
or component. Keep the audio signal cable away from factory wiring harnesses and other
power wiring.
If you need to cross this wiring, cross it at a 90 degree angle.
source unit
high-level speaker
outputs
+
_C:=
core conductor
shield
to amplifier
source unit high-level
speaker outputs
Install afuse within 18" (45cm) of the battery and in-line with the power cable connected to your amplifier. Install
asecond fuse within 18" (45cm) of the amplifier.
If you ever need to remove the amplifier 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.
Model
IX500.2
External Fuse
(sold separately)
2 x 50 Ampere
Power/Ground Wire KICKER Wiring Kit
4Gauge PK4, CK4, ZCK4
~24"
(60cm)
iexternal fuse
+12V -
~18"
I+- (45cm) -+I
external fuse
remote turn-on
(see page
5)
---
bare-metal
chassis ground
f
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R+ R-
~
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L BRlOO£D--.J
battery -
-
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STEREO OPERATION
minimum impedance of 2ohms per channel
+-
signal out
~ ...
r~~~:=
BRIDGED OPERATION
(MONO)
minimum impedance
of 4ohms
signal in
L+ R-
signal out
-
+
woofer
STEREO-AND-MONO-SIMULTANEOUSLY (SAMS) OPERATION
minimum impedance of 4ohms bridged (mono) and 2ohms per channel stereo
signal out
.i~
.~
..
hi pass
+ -
..
10 pass
-
+
woofer
4X
AMPLIFIERS
STEREO OPERATION
minimum impedance of 2ohms per channel
+-
signal out
~ ...
r~~~:=
BRIDGED OPERATION
(MONO)
minimum impedance
of 4ohms
signal in
L+ R-
signal out
-
+
woofer
STEREO-AND-MONO-SIMULTANEOUSLY (SAMS) OPERATION
minimum impedance of 4ohms bridged (mono) and 2ohms per channel stereo
signal out
.i~
.~
..
hi pass
+ -
..
10 pass
-
+
woofer
4X
AMPLIFIERS

OPERATION
SPEAKERS
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POWER
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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 amplifiers.
•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
amplifier'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 a6V 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 final alternative for Automatic turn-on. This is aSignal Sense
turn-on method that detects the incoming audio signal from your source unit and automatically turns on the
amplifier. 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 amplifiers are capable of receiving either Hi or Low-level signals from
your source unit.
If the only output available from your source unit is aHi-Level signal, simply press in the Input
Level switch on the amplifier. Refer to the wiring section of this manual for additional instructions.
GAlN
X-OVERFREQ
BASS BOOST
PWR PAT
(5)
XOVER
(5) (5)
0 0 U
OFF HI LO
.. . . . .
011
50Hz
200Hz OdB f8dB
IX
Input Gain Control: The input gain control is not avolume control. It matches the output of the source unit to
the input level of the amplifier.
Turn the source unit up to about 3/4 volume (if the source unit goes to 30, turn it
to 25). Next, slowly turn the gain on the amplifier up (clockwise) until you can hear audible distortion, then turn it
down alittle.
Crossover Switch: Use the XOVER switch on the front of the amplifier to set the internal crossover to OFF, HI
or LO. When the switch is set to OFF, a full bandwidth signal will be amplified. Set the switch to HI if you want the
amplifier's internal crossover to serve as ahigh-pass
filter. Set the switch to LO if you want the amplifier's internal
crossover to serve as alow-pass
filter. Never change the crossover "OFF/HIILO" switch setting with the audio
system on!
Crossover Control: The variable crossover on the front of the amplifier allows you to adjust the crossover
frequency from 50-200Hz. The setting for this control
IS subjective: 80Hz is agood place to start.
Bass Boost Control: The variable bass boost control on the front of the amplifier is designed to give you
increased output,
0-18dB, at 40Hz. The setting for this control is subjective. If you turn it up, you must readjust
the input gain control to avoid clipping the amplifier.
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OPERATION
SPEAKERS
"".
POWER
"""' .. INPUT OUTPUT
L+
L-
R+
R-
IiLJ GND
REM +f2V
=
fN DC AUDIO
<:>
<:>'=
OFFSET
,_on
eeee
at
eeR
~e~
LBRIDGED~
<0 ....
"'~
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 amplifiers.
•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
amplifier'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 a6V 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 final alternative for Automatic turn-on. This is aSignal Sense
turn-on method that detects the incoming audio signal from your source unit and automatically turns on the
amplifier. 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 amplifiers are capable of receiving either Hi or Low-level signals from
your source unit.
If the only output available from your source unit is aHi-Level signal, simply press in the Input
Level switch on the amplifier. Refer to the wiring section of this manual for additional instructions.
GAlN
X-OVERFREQ
BASS BOOST
PWR PAT
(5)
XOVER
(5) (5)
0 0 U
OFF HI LO
.. . . . .
011
50Hz
200Hz OdB f8dB
IX
Input Gain Control: The input gain control is not avolume control. It matches the output of the source unit to
the input level of the amplifier.
Turn the source unit up to about 3/4 volume (if the source unit goes to 30, turn it
to 25). Next, slowly turn the gain on the amplifier up (clockwise) until you can hear audible distortion, then turn it
down alittle.
Crossover Switch: Use the XOVER switch on the front of the amplifier to set the internal crossover to OFF, HI
or LO. When the switch is set to OFF, a full bandwidth signal will be amplified. Set the switch to HI if you want the
amplifier's internal crossover to serve as ahigh-pass
filter. Set the switch to LO if you want the amplifier's internal
crossover to serve as alow-pass
filter. Never change the crossover "OFF/HIILO" switch setting with the audio
system on!
Crossover Control: The variable crossover on the front of the amplifier allows you to adjust the crossover
frequency from 50-200Hz. The setting for this control
IS subjective: 80Hz is agood place to start.
Bass Boost Control: The variable bass boost control on the front of the amplifier is designed to give you
increased output,
0-18dB, at 40Hz. The setting for this control is subjective. If you turn it up, you must readjust
the input gain control to avoid clipping the amplifier.
5

TROUBLESHOOTING
If your amplifier does not appear to be working, check the obvious things first such as blown fuses, poor or
incorrect wiring connections, incorrect setting of crossover switch and gain controls, etc. There
is an illuminated
blue badge on top of the amplifier denoting the power state of the amp
in addition to the Protection LED on the
end panel of your
KICKER IX series amplifier. When the blue badge is lit, this indicates the amplifier is tumed on
and the amplifier
is functioning properly.
BLUE Badge Light off, no output? With aVolt Ohm Meter (VOM) check the following: 0+12 volt power
terminal (should read +12V to +
16V) 8Remo etum-on terminal (should read +12V to +16V) 8Check for
reversed power and ground connections.
OGround terminal, for proper conductivity. 0Check for blown fuses.
BLUE Badge Light on, no output? Check the following: ORCA connections 8Test speaker outputs with
a"known" good speaker.
8Substitute source unit with a"known" good source unit. OCheck for asignal in
the RCA cable feeding the amplifier with the VOM meter set to measure "AC" voltage. 0Check polarity of the
amplifier inputs if using abridged configuration.
Protection LED flashing with loud music? The red LED indicates low battery voltage. Check all the
connections
in your vehicle's charging system. It may be necessary to replace or charge your vehicle's battery or
replace your vehicle's altemator.
Protection LED on, no output? OAmplifier is very hot =thermal protection is engaged. Test for proper
impedance
at the speaker terminals with aVOM meter (see the diagrams in this manual for minimum
recommended impedance and multiple speaker wiring suggestions). Also check for adequate airfow around
the amplifier.
8Amplifier shuts down only while vehicle is running =voltage protection circuitry is engaged.
Voltage to the amplifier
is not within the 10-16 volt operating range. Have the vehicle's charging and electrical
system inspected.
8Amplifier will only play at low volume levels =short circuit protection is engaged. Check
for speaker wires shorted to each other or to the vehicle chassis Check for damaged speakers or speaker(s)
operating below the minimum recommended impedance.
No output from one channel? OCheck the balance control on source unit 8Check the RCA (or speaker
input) and speaker output connections for the channel
8Swap the RCA (or speaker input) cable from left to
right.
If the problem changes sides then you have abad RCA (or speaker input) cable or source unit problem.
OSwap the speaker output wire from left to right. If the problem changes sides then you have abad speaker
cable, passive crossover network and/or speaker.
Alternator noise-whining sound with engine's RPM? oCheck for damaged RCA (or speaker input) cable
8Check the routing of RCA (or speaker input) cable 8Check the source unit for proper grounding OCheck
the gain settings and tum them down if they are set too high.
Poor stereo image or reduced bass response? Check system phasing by tuming the balance control from
left to right.
If there is more bass output when tumed to either side, then check your speaker wiring, passive
crossover networks and speaker terminals for proper positive and negative connections. Reverse aspeaker
connection from positive to negative on the stereo/subwoofer channel(s);
if the bass improves, the speaker was
out of phase.
Ground Noise? KICKER amplifiers are engineered to be fully compatible with all manufacturers' head units.
Some head units may require additional grounding to prevent noise from entering the audio signal.
If you are
experiencing this problem with your head unit, in most cases running aground wire from the RCA outputs on the
head unit to the chassis will remedy this issue.
Please Note: Modem high performance speakers have alower DC Resistance than what used to be available
The
KICKER Coaxial and Component speakers are rated at four ohms (some DC Resistances may be as low
as 3ohms) and work with any amplifier designed to operate at afour ohm load.
If you want to use two KICKER
Coaxial or Component speakers on asingle channel of your amplifier, wire the speakers in series. This will
improve the sound quality, lower the total harmonic distortion and lessen the thermal load
at the amplifier. This
may prevent
an amplifier from shutting down due to over-current protection circuitry.
CAUTION: When jump starting the vehicle, be sure that connections made with jumper cables are correct.
Improper connections can result
in blown amplifier fuses as well as the failure of other critical systems in the
vehicle.
6
IX AMPLIFIERS
TROUBLESHOOTING
If your amplifier does not appear to be working, check the obvious things first such as blown fuses, poor or
incorrect wiring connections, incorrect setting of crossover switch and gain controls, etc. There
is an illuminated
blue badge on top of the amplifier denoting the power state of the amp
in addition to the Protection LED on the
end panel of your
KICKER IX series amplifier. When the blue badge is lit, this indicates the amplifier is tumed on
and the amplifier
is functioning properly.
BLUE Badge Light off, no output? With aVolt Ohm Meter (VOM) check the following: 0+12 volt power
terminal (should read +12V to +
16V) 8Remo etum-on terminal (should read +12V to +16V) 8Check for
reversed power and ground connections.
OGround terminal, for proper conductivity. 0Check for blown fuses.
BLUE Badge Light on, no output? Check the following: ORCA connections 8Test speaker outputs with
a"known" good speaker.
8Substitute source unit with a"known" good source unit. OCheck for asignal in
the RCA cable feeding the amplifier with the VOM meter set to measure "AC" voltage. 0Check polarity of the
amplifier inputs if using abridged configuration.
Protection LED flashing with loud music? The red LED indicates low battery voltage. Check all the
connections
in your vehicle's charging system. It may be necessary to replace or charge your vehicle's battery or
replace your vehicle's altemator.
Protection LED on, no output? OAmplifier is very hot =thermal protection is engaged. Test for proper
impedance
at the speaker terminals with aVOM meter (see the diagrams in this manual for minimum
recommended impedance and multiple speaker wiring suggestions). Also check for adequate airfow around
the amplifier.
8Amplifier shuts down only while vehicle is running =voltage protection circuitry is engaged.
Voltage to the amplifier
is not within the 10-16 volt operating range. Have the vehicle's charging and electrical
system inspected.
8Amplifier will only play at low volume levels =short circuit protection is engaged. Check
for speaker wires shorted to each other or to the vehicle chassis Check for damaged speakers or speaker(s)
operating below the minimum recommended impedance.
No output from one channel? OCheck the balance control on source unit 8Check the RCA (or speaker
input) and speaker output connections for the channel
8Swap the RCA (or speaker input) cable from left to
right.
If the problem changes sides then you have abad RCA (or speaker input) cable or source unit problem.
OSwap the speaker output wire from left to right. If the problem changes sides then you have abad speaker
cable, passive crossover network and/or speaker.
Alternator noise-whining sound with engine's RPM? oCheck for damaged RCA (or speaker input) cable
8Check the routing of RCA (or speaker input) cable 8Check the source unit for proper grounding OCheck
the gain settings and tum them down if they are set too high.
Poor stereo image or reduced bass response? Check system phasing by tuming the balance control from
left to right.
If there is more bass output when tumed to either side, then check your speaker wiring, passive
crossover networks and speaker terminals for proper positive and negative connections. Reverse aspeaker
connection from positive to negative on the stereo/subwoofer channel(s);
if the bass improves, the speaker was
out of phase.
Ground Noise? KICKER amplifiers are engineered to be fully compatible with all manufacturers' head units.
Some head units may require additional grounding to prevent noise from entering the audio signal.
If you are
experiencing this problem with your head unit, in most cases running aground wire from the RCA outputs on the
head unit to the chassis will remedy this issue.
Please Note: Modem high performance speakers have alower DC Resistance than what used to be available
The
KICKER Coaxial and Component speakers are rated at four ohms (some DC Resistances may be as low
as 3ohms) and work with any amplifier designed to operate at afour ohm load.
If you want to use two KICKER
Coaxial or Component speakers on asingle channel of your amplifier, wire the speakers in series. This will
improve the sound quality, lower the total harmonic distortion and lessen the thermal load
at the amplifier. This
may prevent
an amplifier from shutting down due to over-current protection circuitry.
CAUTION: When jump starting the vehicle, be sure that connections made with jumper cables are correct.
Improper connections can result
in blown amplifier fuses as well as the failure of other critical systems in the
vehicle.
6
IX AMPLIFIERS

If you have more questions about the installation or operation of your new KICKER product, see the Authorized
KICKER Dealer where you made your purchase. For more advice
on installation, click on the SUPPORT tab on
the KICKER homepage, www.kicker.com. Choose the TECHNICAL SUPPORT tab, choose the subject you are
interested
in, and then download or view the corresponding information. Please E-mail [email protected] or
call Technical Services (405)
624-8583 for unanswered or specific questions.
KICKER will now provide athree-
year warranty with all IX-Series
Amplifier purchases paired with a
qualifying KICKER Installation Kit* .
This extends the standard warranty by an additional
year, Amplifier and Kit must be purchased from an
Authorized KICKER Dealer.
KICKER amplifier success is currently at an unheard-of rate, making the extended
warranty program even more beneficial to you.
Using poor-quality, under-spec wiring kits will impede IX amplifier performance.
Asuperior-quality KICKER installation Kit is guaranteed to extend the life of IX
amplifiers.
The new extended warranty applies only to KICKER amplifiers and accessories sold to consumers by Authorized
KICKER Dealers in the United States of America or its possessions. It also only applies to the original purchaser of
KICKER amplifiers and accessories. One warranty extension per amplifier is allowed regardless of the number of amplifier
installation kits purchased. This program does not apply to "B"-stock product or factory-refurbished product.
This offer
is for alimited time, so see your local Authorized KICKER Dealer soon for details,
*U.S.A. Only IEE.UU. solamente INur USA ILes USA Seulement
IX500.2
150 x 2 @ 4 ohms, 14.4VDC, 1% THO, CEA-2006 (Watts)
Signal to Noise Ratio -85dBCEA-2006 (reL1W, A-weightE;ld)
7
If you have more questions about the installation or operation of your new KICKER product, see the Authorized
KICKER Dealer where you made your purchase. For more advice
on installation, click on the SUPPORT tab on
the KICKER homepage, www.kicker.com. Choose the TECHNICAL SUPPORT tab, choose the subject you are
interested
in, and then download or view the corresponding information. Please E-mail [email protected] or
call Technical Services (405)
624-8583 for unanswered or specific questions.
KICKER will now provide athree-
year warranty with all IX-Series
Amplifier purchases paired with a
qualifying KICKER Installation Kit* .
This extends the standard warranty by an additional
year, Amplifier and Kit must be purchased from an
Authorized KICKER Dealer.
KICKER amplifier success is currently at an unheard-of rate, making the extended
warranty program even more beneficial to you.
Using poor-quality, under-spec wiring kits will impede IX amplifier performance.
Asuperior-quality KICKER installation Kit is guaranteed to extend the life of IX
amplifiers.
The new extended warranty applies only to KICKER amplifiers and accessories sold to consumers by Authorized
KICKER Dealers in the United States of America or its possessions. It also only applies to the original purchaser of
KICKER amplifiers and accessories. One warranty extension per amplifier is allowed regardless of the number of amplifier
installation kits purchased. This program does not apply to "B"-stock product or factory-refurbished product.
This offer
is for alimited time, so see your local Authorized KICKER Dealer soon for details,
*U.S.A. Only IEE.UU. solamente INur USA ILes USA Seulement
IX500.2
150 x 2 @ 4 ohms, 14.4VDC, 1% THO, CEA-2006 (Watts)
Signal to Noise Ratio -85dBCEA-2006 (reL1W, A-weightE;ld)
7

ELECTRONICS LIMITED WARRANTY
KICKER warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for aperiod of
THREE
(3) MONTHS from date of original purchase with receipt. When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer
it is warranted for TWO (2) YEARS from date of original purchase with receipt. In all cases you must have the original
receipt. Should seNice be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect
or malfunction
during the warranty period, KICKER will repair or replace
(at its discretion) the defective merchandise with equivalent
merchandise at no charge. Warranty replacements may have cosmetic scratches 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 owners
of the produc subsequent to the original purchaser. Any applicable implied warranties are limited in
duration to aperiod of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of he original purchase at retail,
and no warranties, whether express or implied, shall apply to this product thereafter. Some states
do not allow limitations
on implied warranties: therefore, these exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights;
however you may have other rights that vary from state to state.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE:
Defective merchandise should be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs (KICKER) Dealer for warranty
seNice. Assistance
in locating an Authorized Dealer can be found at www.kicker.com or by contacting Stillwater Designs
directly. You can confirm that adealer is authorized by asking to see acurrent authorized dealer window decal.
If it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise directly to Stillwater Designs (KICKER), call the KICKER
Customer SeNice Department at (405)
624-8510 for aReturn Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Package only
the defective items
in apackage that will prevent shipping damage, and return to
Stillwater Designs,
3100 North Husband St, Stillwater, OK 74075
The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside
of the package. Please return only defective components. The
return of functioning items increases your return freight charges. Non-defective items will be returned freightcollect to you.
For example,
if asubwoofer is defective, only return the defective subwoofer, not the entire enclosure. Include a copy
of the original receipt with the purchase date clearly visible, and a"proof-of-purchase" statement listing the Customer's
name, Dealer's name and invoice number, and product purchased. Warranty expiration on items without proof-of-
purchase will be determined from the type of sale and manufacturing date code. Freight must be prepaid; items sent
freight-collect, or COD, will be refused.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
KICKER strives to maintain agoal of 48-hour seNice for all electronics (amplifiers, crossovers, equalizers, etc.) returns.
Delays may be incurred
if lack of replacement inventory or parts is encountered. Failure to follow these steps may void
your warranty. Any questions can be directed to the KICKER Customer SeNice Department at [phone]. Contact
your International KICKER dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country's warranty policies.
5) sti Ilwaterdesigns
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed. It does not cover:
oDamage due to improper installation
oSubsequent damage to other components
oDamage caused by exposure to moisture, excessive heat, chemical cleaners, and/or
UV radiation
oDamage through negligence, misuse, accident or abuse. Repeated returns for the same damage may be
considered abuse
oAny
cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
oSpeakers damaged due to amplifier clipping or distortion
oItems previously repaired or modified by any unauthorized repair facility
oReturn shipping on non-defective items
oProducts with tampered or missing barcode labels
oProducts returned without aReturn Merchandise Authorization
(RMA) number
oFreight Damage
oThe cost of shipping product to KICKER
oSeNice performed by anyone other than KICKER
«(
Note: All specifications and performance figures are subject to change. Please visit www.kicker.com for the most
current information.
P.O. Box 459. Stillwater, Oklahoma 74076· USA· [phone]
10IX.2-E-201 00916
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IX AMPLIFIERS
ELECTRONICS LIMITED WARRANTY
KICKER warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for aperiod of
THREE
(3) MONTHS from date of original purchase with receipt. When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer
it is warranted for TWO (2) YEARS from date of original purchase with receipt. In all cases you must have the original
receipt. Should seNice be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect
or malfunction
during the warranty period, KICKER will repair or replace
(at its discretion) the defective merchandise with equivalent
merchandise at no charge. Warranty replacements may have cosmetic scratches 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 owners
of the produc subsequent to the original purchaser. Any applicable implied warranties are limited in
duration to aperiod of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of he original purchase at retail,
and no warranties, whether express or implied, shall apply to this product thereafter. Some states
do not allow limitations
on implied warranties: therefore, these exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights;
however you may have other rights that vary from state to state.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE:
Defective merchandise should be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs (KICKER) Dealer for warranty
seNice. Assistance
in locating an Authorized Dealer can be found at www.kicker.com or by contacting Stillwater Designs
directly. You can confirm that adealer is authorized by asking to see acurrent authorized dealer window decal.
If it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise directly to Stillwater Designs (KICKER), call the KICKER
Customer SeNice Department at (405)
624-8510 for aReturn Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Package only
the defective items
in apackage that will prevent shipping damage, and return to
Stillwater Designs,
3100 North Husband St, Stillwater, OK 74075
The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside
of the package. Please return only defective components. The
return of functioning items increases your return freight charges. Non-defective items will be returned freightcollect to you.
For example,
if asubwoofer is defective, only return the defective subwoofer, not the entire enclosure. Include a copy
of the original receipt with the purchase date clearly visible, and a"proof-of-purchase" statement listing the Customer's
name, Dealer's name and invoice number, and product purchased. Warranty expiration on items without proof-of-
purchase will be determined from the type of sale and manufacturing date code. Freight must be prepaid; items sent
freight-collect, or COD, will be refused.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
KICKER strives to maintain agoal of 48-hour seNice for all electronics (amplifiers, crossovers, equalizers, etc.) returns.
Delays may be incurred
if lack of replacement inventory or parts is encountered. Failure to follow these steps may void
your warranty. Any questions can be directed to the KICKER Customer SeNice Department at [phone]. Contact
your International KICKER dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country's warranty policies.
5) sti Ilwaterdesigns
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed. It does not cover:
oDamage due to improper installation
oSubsequent damage to other components
oDamage caused by exposure to moisture, excessive heat, chemical cleaners, and/or
UV radiation
oDamage through negligence, misuse, accident or abuse. Repeated returns for the same damage may be
considered abuse
oAny
cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
oSpeakers damaged due to amplifier clipping or distortion
oItems previously repaired or modified by any unauthorized repair facility
oReturn shipping on non-defective items
oProducts with tampered or missing barcode labels
oProducts returned without aReturn Merchandise Authorization
(RMA) number
oFreight Damage
oThe cost of shipping product to KICKER
oSeNice performed by anyone other than KICKER
«(
Note: All specifications and performance figures are subject to change. Please visit www.kicker.com for the most
current information.
P.O. Box 459. Stillwater, Oklahoma 74076· USA· [phone]
10IX.2-E-201 00916
26
IX AMPLIFIERS

INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
Contact your International KICKER dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country's warranty policies.
WARNING: KICKER products are capable of producing sound levels that can permanently damage your hearingITurning up a
system to alevel that has audible distortion
is more damaging to your ears than listening 10 an undistorted system at the same
volume level. The threshold of pain
is always an indicator that the sound level is too loud and may permanently damage your
hearing. Please use
common sense when controlling volume.
GARANTfA INTERNACIONAL Version Espanol
Comuniquese con su concesionario 0distribuidor KICKER internacional para obtener infor aci6n sobre procedimlentos especificos
relacionados con las normas
de garantia de su pais.
ADVERTENCIA: Los excitadores KICKER son capaces
de producir niveles de sonido que pueden danar permanentemente
el oido. Subir el volumen del sistema hasta un nivel que produzca distorsi6n es mas dariino para el oido que escuchar un
sistema sin distorsi6n
al mismo volumen. EI dolor es siempre una indicaci6n de que el sonido es muy fuerte yque puede dariar
permanerltemente
el oido. Sea precavido cuando controle el volumen.
La frase "combustible para vivir
la vida Livin' Loud™ atodo volumen" se refiere al entusiasmo por la vida que la marca KICKER
de estereos de autom6vil representa y a la recomendaci6n anuestros clientes de que vivan 10 mejor posible ("a todo volumen")
en
todo sentido. La linea de altavoces yamplificadores KICKER es la mejor del mercado de audio de autom6viles ypar 10 tan 0
representa el "combustible" para vivir atodo volumen en el area de "estereos de autom6vil" de la vida de nuestros clientes.
Recomendamos atodos nuestros clientes que obedezcan todas las reglas yreglamentos locales sobre ruido en cuanto alos
niveles legales yapropiados
de audici6n fuera del vehiculo.
INTERNATIONALE GARANTIE
Deutsche Version
Nehmen Sie mit Ihren internationalen KICKER-Fachhandler oder Vertrieb Kontakt auf, um Details uber die Garantieleistungen in
Ihrem Land
zu erfahren.
WARNUNG KICKER-Treiber kbnnen einen Schallpegel erzeugen, der zu permanenten Gehbrschaden
fUhren kann! Wenn Sie ein
System auf einen Pegel stellen, der hbrbare Verzerrungen erzeugt, schadet das Ihren Ohren mehr, als ein nicht verzerrtes System
auf
dem gleichen Lautstarkepegel. Die Schmerzschwelle ist immer eine Anzeige dafUr, dass der Schallpegel zu laut ist und zu
permanenten Gehbrschaden fUhren kann. Seien Sie bei der Lautstarkeeinstellung bitte vernunftigl
Der Slogan "Treibstoff fUr Livin' Loud" bezieht sich auf die mit den KICKER-Autostereosystemen assoziierte Lebensfreude und die
Tatsache, dass wir unsere Kunden ermutigen,
in allen Aspekten ihres Lebens nach dem Besten ("Livin' Loud") zu streben Die
Lautsprecher und Verstarker von KICKER sind auf dem Markt
fUr Auto-Soundsysteme fUhrend und stellen somit den "Trelbstoff"
fur das Autostereoerlebnis unserer Kunden
dar. Wlr empfehlen allen unseren Kunden, sich bezuglich der zugelassenen und
passenden Lautstarkepegel auBerhalb des Autos an die brtlichen Larmvorschriften
zu halten.
GARANTIE INTERNATIONALE Version Frant;aise
Pour connaTtre les procedures propres a la politique de garantie de votre pays, contactez votre revendeur ou distributeur
International KICKER.
AVERTISSEMENT: Les haut-parleurs KICKER ont la capacite
de produire des niveaux sonores pouvant endommager l'ouTe de
far,;on irreversible IL'augmentation du volume d'un systeme jusqu'a un niveau presentant une distorsion audible endommage
davantage
I'ou·ie que I'ecoute d'un systeme sans distorsion au meme volume. Le seuil de la douleur est toujours Ie signe que Ie
niveau sonare est trop eleve et risque d'endommager 1'0uTe de fa<,;on irreversible. Reglez Ie volume en faisant prevue de bon sens!
L'expression "carburant pour vivre plein
pot" fait reference au dynamisme de la marque KICKER d'equipements audio pour
vehicules et apour but d'encourager nos clients afaire
Ie maximum (" vivre plein pot ") dans tous les aspects de leur vie. Les
haut-parleurs et amplificateurs KICKER sont les meilleurs dans
Ie domaine des equipements audio et representent done pour nos
client
Ie "carburant pour vivre plein pot" dans I'aspect "installation audio de vehicule " de leur vie. Nous encourageons tous nos
clients arespecter toutes les lois et reglementations locales relatives aux niveaux sonores acceptables aI'exterieur
des vehicules.
P.O Box 459 • Stillwater, Oklahoma 74076. USA. [phone]
27
INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
Contact your International KICKER dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your country's warranty policies.
WARNING: KICKER products are capable of producing sound levels that can permanently damage your hearingITurning up a
system to alevel that has audible distortion
is more damaging to your ears than listening 10 an undistorted system at the same
volume level. The threshold of pain
is always an indicator that the sound level is too loud and may permanently damage your
hearing. Please use
common sense when controlling volume.
GARANTfA INTERNACIONAL Version Espanol
Comuniquese con su concesionario 0distribuidor KICKER internacional para obtener infor aci6n sobre procedimlentos especificos
relacionados con las normas
de garantia de su pais.
ADVERTENCIA: Los excitadores KICKER son capaces
de producir niveles de sonido que pueden danar permanentemente
el oido. Subir el volumen del sistema hasta un nivel que produzca distorsi6n es mas dariino para el oido que escuchar un
sistema sin distorsi6n
al mismo volumen. EI dolor es siempre una indicaci6n de que el sonido es muy fuerte yque puede dariar
permanerltemente
el oido. Sea precavido cuando controle el volumen.
La frase "combustible para vivir
la vida Livin' Loud™ atodo volumen" se refiere al entusiasmo por la vida que la marca KICKER
de estereos de autom6vil representa y a la recomendaci6n anuestros clientes de que vivan 10 mejor posible ("a todo volumen")
en
todo sentido. La linea de altavoces yamplificadores KICKER es la mejor del mercado de audio de autom6viles ypar 10 tan 0
representa el "combustible" para vivir atodo volumen en el area de "estereos de autom6vil" de la vida de nuestros clientes.
Recomendamos atodos nuestros clientes que obedezcan todas las reglas yreglamentos locales sobre ruido en cuanto alos
niveles legales yapropiados
de audici6n fuera del vehiculo.
INTERNATIONALE GARANTIE
Deutsche Version
Nehmen Sie mit Ihren internationalen KICKER-Fachhandler oder Vertrieb Kontakt auf, um Details uber die Garantieleistungen in
Ihrem Land
zu erfahren.
WARNUNG KICKER-Treiber kbnnen einen Schallpegel erzeugen, der zu permanenten Gehbrschaden
fUhren kann! Wenn Sie ein
System auf einen Pegel stellen, der hbrbare Verzerrungen erzeugt, schadet das Ihren Ohren mehr, als ein nicht verzerrtes System
auf
dem gleichen Lautstarkepegel. Die Schmerzschwelle ist immer eine Anzeige dafUr, dass der Schallpegel zu laut ist und zu
permanenten Gehbrschaden fUhren kann. Seien Sie bei der Lautstarkeeinstellung bitte vernunftigl
Der Slogan "Treibstoff fUr Livin' Loud" bezieht sich auf die mit den KICKER-Autostereosystemen assoziierte Lebensfreude und die
Tatsache, dass wir unsere Kunden ermutigen,
in allen Aspekten ihres Lebens nach dem Besten ("Livin' Loud") zu streben Die
Lautsprecher und Verstarker von KICKER sind auf dem Markt
fUr Auto-Soundsysteme fUhrend und stellen somit den "Trelbstoff"
fur das Autostereoerlebnis unserer Kunden
dar. Wlr empfehlen allen unseren Kunden, sich bezuglich der zugelassenen und
passenden Lautstarkepegel auBerhalb des Autos an die brtlichen Larmvorschriften
zu halten.
GARANTIE INTERNATIONALE Version Frant;aise
Pour connaTtre les procedures propres a la politique de garantie de votre pays, contactez votre revendeur ou distributeur
International KICKER.
AVERTISSEMENT: Les haut-parleurs KICKER ont la capacite
de produire des niveaux sonores pouvant endommager l'ouTe de
far,;on irreversible IL'augmentation du volume d'un systeme jusqu'a un niveau presentant une distorsion audible endommage
davantage
I'ou·ie que I'ecoute d'un systeme sans distorsion au meme volume. Le seuil de la douleur est toujours Ie signe que Ie
niveau sonare est trop eleve et risque d'endommager 1'0uTe de fa<,;on irreversible. Reglez Ie volume en faisant prevue de bon sens!
L'expression "carburant pour vivre plein
pot" fait reference au dynamisme de la marque KICKER d'equipements audio pour
vehicules et apour but d'encourager nos clients afaire
Ie maximum (" vivre plein pot ") dans tous les aspects de leur vie. Les
haut-parleurs et amplificateurs KICKER sont les meilleurs dans
Ie domaine des equipements audio et representent done pour nos
client
Ie "carburant pour vivre plein pot" dans I'aspect "installation audio de vehicule " de leur vie. Nous encourageons tous nos
clients arespecter toutes les lois et reglementations locales relatives aux niveaux sonores acceptables aI'exterieur
des vehicules.
P.O Box 459 • Stillwater, Oklahoma 74076. USA. [phone]
27