Kicker KS60 Series User manual

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The KICKER KS-series Substations are versatile high performance enclosures
intended for use as subwoofers in multi-speaker installations. These enclosures
are designed to fit in the rear of a hatchback-t pe car or the trunk of a
sedan. There are three different tuning options available, depending on our
musical preferences, and with the included Bass Contour Adaptors ou have
the option of d namic vented performance, or maximum low bass extension.
KS60 & KS80 SUBSTATIONS
ENCLOSURE SYSTEMS
GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Since these enclosures are designed with the driver on one end and the port on the
opposite end, different tuning options are availa le.
In a truck the oundary loading effect is provided y the corners of the cargo area.
In a hatch ack or sedan trunk the oundary effect is provided y the corners of the
cargo area (See Diagram 1).
Your musical preference will determine which tuning is est for you.
For Pop, Rock and Universal applications:
The most efficient and versatile application of KS-Series Enclosures is with the Bass
Contour Adaptors out and the ported end of the oxes facing into the corner of
the vehicle.
For Rap, Industrial and hard-hitting music:
The est performance for this type of music is achieved y leaving the Bass Contour
Adaptors out and facing the woofer end of the oxes into the corners of the vehicle.
For Jazz, R&B and Classical music:
The most extended low frequency response is o tained y leaving the Bass Contour
Adaptor in place and mounting the oxes with the ported end facing the corners of
the vehicle.

After determining the location for your KS-Series Su woofer Enclosure y trial fitting,
find the est placement for the mounting rackets. Each racket must e positioned so
that the rounded end protrudes from under the ca inets firmly to the vehicle (See
Diagram 2). In a truck application the KS-Series Enclosure can mount with the flat side
towards the ack of the ca to allow room for two rackets on the top edge and one
racket on each end.
DIAGRAM 2
If the enclosed rackets are not applica le to your installation, some other means must
e utilized to secure the speakers to the vehicle.
For optimum sound quality the KICKER KS-Series Enclosure should e used with some
form of low pass crossover. This can e a passive crossover (such as the KICKER SW100) or
and electronic crossover used efore a dedicated su woofer amplifier.
When wiring the Su stations to your amplifier, connect the positive output from one
channel to the red input terminal of one speaker, then connect the negative output from
that channel to the lack input terminal of the speaker. Repeat this procedure for the
other Su station.
The wiring configuration can vary depending on the impedance capa ility of your
source. For wiring suggestions other than those descri ed a ove, please consult the
manufacturer of your amplifier.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model KS60 KS80
Frequency Response 32-1kHz 29-1kHz
Maximum Amplifier Power* 100 watts RMS 150 watts RMS
Impedance 4 Ohms 4 Ohms
*Assumes typical music program with minimal amplifier clipping.

DIAGRAM 3 - GRILL INSTALLATION

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
Stillwater Designs maintains a goal of 24-hour service for all returns. Dela s ma be incurred if
lack of replacement inventor or parts is encountered.
INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
Contact our International Stillwater Designs dealer or distributor concerning specific
procedures for our countr ’s warrant policies.
P.O. Box 459 • Stillwater, Oklahoma 74076 • U.S.A. • 405 624-8510
• Install slips (screwdriver holes)
• Damage caused b exposure to water
and/or excessive heat.
• Damage through negligence, misuse, or
accident.
• Items ph sicall damaged due to abuse.
• Freight damage.
• The cost of shipping product to Stillwater
Designs Service.
• Items previousl repaired b an
unauthorized repair facilit .
• Items returned from unauthorized
individuals or dealers.
• Return shipping on non-defective items.
• Speakers damaged due to amplifier
clipping or distortion.
• Speakers with silicon caulk used for gasket
material.
KICKER drivers are capable of producing sound levels that can permanentl
damage our hearing! Turning up a s stem to a level that has audible distortion is
more damaging to our ears than listening to an undistorted s stem at the same
volume level. The threshold of pain is alwa s an indicator that the sound level is
too loud and ma permanentl damage our hearing.
Please use common sense when controlling volume!
WARNING:
MARCH 2000
SPEAKER SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY
Stillwater Designs warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use for a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase, unless this product is labeled “B
Stock”, in which case it is warranted for ninet (90) da s from date of purchase. Should service be neces-
sar under this warrant for an reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warrant
period, Stillwater Designs will replace or repair (at its discretion) the defective merchandise with equiva-
lent merchandise at no charge. Warrant replacements on “B-Stock” ma have cosmetic scratches and
blemishes. Discontinued products ma be replaced with equivalent products.
This warrant is valid onl for the original purchaser and is not extended to owners of the product sub-
sequent to the original purchaser. An applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to a period
of the express warrant as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail,
and no warranties, whether express or implied, shall appl to this product thereafter. Some states do not
allow limitations on implied warranties, therefore these exclusions ma not appl to ou.
This warrant gives ou specific legal rights; however ou ma have other rights that var from state to
state.
WHAT T D IF Y U NEED WARRANTY R SERVICE
Defective merchandise must be returned to our local Authorized Stillwater Designs (Kicker/Impulse)
Dealer for warrant . Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be obtained b writing or calling
Stillwater Designs direct. You can confirm that a dealer is authorized b asking to see a current author-
ized dealer window decal.
If it becomes necessar for ou to return defective merchandise, call the Kicker Customer Service
Department at [phone] for a Return Authorization (RA) number. Package all defective items in the
original container or in a package that will prevent shipping damage, and return to
Stillwater Designs, 5021 North Perkins Road, Stillwater, K 74075
The RA number must be clearl marked on the outside of the package. Return onl defective compo-
nents. Return of entire cabinets, s stem packs, pairs, etc. increases our return freight charges. Non-
defective items received will be returned freight collect.
Include a dated proof-of-purchase from an Authorized Dealer. Warrant expiration on items returned
without proof-of-purchase will be determined from the manufacturing date code. Coverage ma be
invalidated if this date is greater than one (1) ear previous to the date item is sent in. Freight must be
prepaid; items received freight collect will be refused.
Failure to follow these steps ma void our warrant . An questions can be directed to the Kicker
Customer Service Department at [phone].
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
This warrant is valid onl if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed.
It does not cover: