STEEL HORSE AUDIO ST600 User manual

ST-600 REV A 1/4/17
ST600 PLATINUM EDITION WITH BLUETOOTH®, AUX-IN | CHROME ST600
STEELHORSEAUDIO.COM
800-823-5310 | [e-mail]
Steel Horse Audio #237 | 1540 Main St, Bldg 218 | Windsor, CO 80550
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING STEEL HORSE AUDIO!
Protect yourself and others from possible injury and property damage or loss. Pay close attention to all instructions, warnings, cautions, and notices regarding the installation, use, and care of this product.
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DAMAGE THE PRODUCT ITSELF OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH IT IS BEING ATTACHED.
ENSURE THA T THE FOLLOWING PARTS HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE KIT:
1Rockford Fosgate 600W+ Amp 21" Handlebar Clamp
1Kicker® 4" Speakers in Waterproof housings 21-1/4" Handlebar Clamp
13.5mm (headphone) to RCA (amplifier) cable
6Cable Ties
1 Complete Wire Kit by Rockford Fosgate
MTX® Bluetooth Audio Controller
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ST-600 REV A 1/4/17
ST600 PLATINUM EDITION WITH BLUETOOTH®, AUX-IN | CHROME ST600
STEELHORSEAUDIO.COM
800-823-5310 | [e-mail]
Steel Horse Audio #237 | 1540 Main St, Bldg 218 | Windsor, CO 80550
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. ENSURE THE END USER RECEIVES THIS COPY AND IS AWARE
OF ITS IMPORTANCE FOR FUTURE USE.
WHEN CONNECTING POWER AND GROUND WIRES ENSURE THAT THE RED POWER WIRE IS FUSED AT THE POINT WHERE IT IS
CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE’S BATTERY. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE IF A SHORT CIRCUIT DEVELOPS
BETWEEN THE VEHICLE CONNECTION POINT AND THE PRODUCT.
THE END USER’S SAFETY DEPENDS UPON PROPER INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT. IF A STEP IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT
WITHIN YOUR CAPABILITIES OR YOU DO NOT HAVE THE CORRECT TOOLS, HAVE YOUR DEALER PERFORM THE PROCEDURE. IMPROPER
INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
ACCIDENTAL VEHICLE START-UP COULD CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY, REMOVE THE MAIN FUSE BEFORE PROCEEDING.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Steel Horse Audio ST600 Motorcycle Speaker System with Bluetooth or playback from any audio device with a
headphone jack including iPhone® and Android® smartphones. This easy to install and use, all in one unit is capable of transforming any
music into an all in one motorcycle audio experience. Designed to mount on any motorcycle handle bars with a 1" or 1-1/4” diameter (other
sizes available upon request for 7/8", 1-1/8" and 1-1/2"). Congratulations and enjoy the ultimate audio experience!
FEATURE S
AMPLIFIER/CONTROLLER SPECS:
•Bluetooth® and a 3.5mm (Headphone) AUX-IN connection
•Easy to install with simple wiring to speakers and power
•Waterproof handlebar mount controller with Bluetooth® control
•1" and 1-1/4" p-clamp mount for controller
•Includes all wiring and installation accessories
4" KICKER SPEAKER SPECS:
•Steel housings with triple plate chrome or satin black finish
•Measures 4.75" Diameter by 3" depth mounting size for easy mounting, even behind a windshield
•Includes two pair of bar mount brackets: 1” and 1-1/4” (1-1/2" available upon request)
•Over 600 Watts Peak Power (typically more than 900 watts tested total) | ~20 amp power draw
INSTALLATION
STEP 1
The Steel Horse Audio ST600 Platinum Edition Motorcycle Speaker System can be used with
any 12-volt battery and can be mounted to a variety of bars using the included hardware. Mount
the speakers where they have sufficient clearance, position the speakers so they are directly
facing the rider.
MOUNT BRACKETS TO HANDLEBAR FIRST, THEN INSTALL SPEAKERS
Determine the diameter of the handlebar and use either the 1” Bracket or the 1-1/4” Bracket
Note: If you have a different diameter handlebar *7/8", 1-1/8" or 1-1/2") you can request that
bracket separately and we will ship them free of charge.

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ST-600 REV A 1/4/17
ST600 PLATINUM EDITION WITH BLUETOOTH®, AUX-IN | CHROME ST600
STEELHORSEAUDIO.COM
800-823-5310 | [e-mail]
Steel Horse Audio #237 | 1540 Main St, Bldg 218 | Windsor, CO 80550
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Install brackets where speakers do not obstruct the riders view (such as the handlebars, engine
guards or highway/crash bars). Use allen screws that are included on the bracket. The clamps
themselves will tighten to the bar when the speakers are installed
Once brackets are installed, add the speakers:
A) Remove the nut and lock washer only and feed the speaker wire through the bracket hole and
attach each speaker to the bracket. Put the lock washer and nut back on through the wire and
tighten speaker to clamp. (Flat washer and lock washer go on the bottom). Do not over-tighten!
Adjust the speakers so they are directed at the rider’s head. To adjust, just slightly loosen the nut
on the speaker stem and move the speaker up or down to align. Make sure all screws are
securely fastened and tightened.
Route speaker wires through the bike’s frame to where the amplifier will be installed and
proceed to the next steps in amplifier and power connection.
SECURE THE WIRING AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS, PINCH POINTS, OR EXTREME HEAT. STEEL
HORSE AUDIO WILL NOT PROVIDE WARRANTY COVERAGE ON ANY ELECTRICAL COMPONENT
THAT FAILS DUE TO PINCHED, CRIMPED, BROKEN, ABRADED, MELTED, OR FRAYED WIRES.
AMPLIFIER & POWER CONNECTION
STEP 1
STEP 1
AMPLIFIER MOUNTING
Find a place to mount the amplifier away from direct exposure to the elements such as a tool
compartment, under the seat, fork bag, saddlebag, swing arm bag, windshield bag, etc. Most
places will be fine, but try to avoid areas that could cause extreme overheating (such as tight
places wrapped in foam or cotton). The amp can get some moisture but is not waterproof!
Note: Keep the included fuse off the fuse holder until all wiring connections have been made
and secured.
AMPLIFIER POWER CONNECTION
Pull out the power block plug from the amp to begin power wire connection. Then, take the thick black
wire included with the amp and attach it to (G)round on the power block, then run the other end to the
negative (-) battery terminal (or to the vehicle’s chassis where paint has been removed).
Take the longer red power wire included with the amp and attach it to (B+) positive on the power block,
then connect the other end to positive (+) battery terminal.
Take the blue remote-on wire and run it to where the Bluetooth® Receiver + Controller will be mounted.
(If you will NOT be using the Bluetooth/Controller, then connect this to a switched power source
(headlight, tallight, etc) instead.
If these blue, black & red wires are not connected, system will NOT work.
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ST-400 REV A 1/4/17
ST600 PLATINUM EDITION WITH BLUETOOTH®, AUX-IN | CHROME ST600
STEELHORSEAUDIO.COM
800-823-5310 | [e-mail]
Steel Horse Audio #237 | 1540 Main St, Bldg 218 | Windsor, CO 80550
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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STEP 2
Speaker to Amplifier connection
Connect the speaker wires to the corresponding wires on the amplifier as follows:
Connect the stripped black wire( -) from the left speaker to the white/black wire from the amp
Connect the solid black wire( +) from the left speaker to the white wire from the amp.
Connect the stripped black wire(- ) from the right speaker to the gray/white (+) wire from the amp.
Connect the solid black wire( +) from the right speaker to the gray wire from the amp.
To use AUX-IN Only (No Bluetooth/Controller): Connect RCA end to amplifier RCA inputs &
other end to headphone port of your audio device/mobile and skip to final steps. Note: with this type of
connection, the audio source will control the volume of the system.
To use BLUETOOTH (and the handlebar controller) you must complete these steps:
Connect the Red wire power wire from the wire harness to the positive terminal on the
battery. The Black wire is a ground wire and needs to be attached to the negative terminal on
the battery (or a place on the frame where paint is removed).
Extend and connect the Blue 12V output wire from the Bluetooth Audio Controller to the Blue
wire from the Rockford amplifier (that you ran earlier). This will allow the Bluetooth Audio
Controller to turn on and off the system (plus it has an auto-off after 5 minutes of no source
connection to prevent battery drain!).
Note: The blue wire on the Bluetooth Audio Controller should not be connected to any positive
or negative 12V source. This wire needs to connect to the blue remote wire from the amplifier
ONLY. Do not connect it to the main power of any device.
Use the included 3.5mm to RCA cable and connect directly to the 3.5mm female connector
on the Bluetooth Audio Controller. Route and secure the wiring away from any moving parts,
pinch points or extreme heat.
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STEP 4
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STEP 2
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ST-600 REV A 1/4/17
ST600 PLATINUM EDITION WITH BLUETOOTH®, AUX-IN | CHROME ST600
STEELHORSEAUDIO.COM
800-823-5310 | [e-mail]
Steel Horse Audio #237 | 1540 Main St, Bldg 218 | Windsor, CO 80550
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
When first listening to your system, you will need to adjust the levels and/or EQ on
your audio device. This step can make a huge difference in sound quality.
Always select 2 channel operation on this amplifier - this is for the INPUT
and input will always be 2 channel when using the amp with this system.
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ST-600 REV A 1/4/17
ST600 PLATINUM EDITION WITH BLUETOOTH®, AUX-IN | CHROME ST600
STEELHORSEAUDIO.COM
800-823-5310 | [e-mail]
Steel Horse Audio #237 | 1540 Main St, Bldg 218 | Windsor, CO 80550
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, this is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
5-YEAR WARRANTY
Steel Horse Audio warrants that any Steel Horse Audio products sold hereunder, shall be free of defects in materials & workmanship for a period of five
(5) years from the date of purchase by the consumer excepting the following provisions:
1. Steel Horse Audio shall have no obligation in the event the customer is unable to provide a receipt showing the date the customer purchased the
product(s).
2. The product must be properly installed, maintained & operated under normal conditions.
3. Steel Horse Audio shall not be liable for any consequential & incidental damages, including labor & paint, resulting from failure of a Steel Horse
Audio product, failure to deliver, delay in delivery, delivery in nonconforming condition, or for any breach of contract or duty between Steel Horse Audio
& a customer.
4. Steel Horse Audio products are often intended for use in specific applications. Steel Horse Audio makes no warranty if used in applications other than
intended.
5. Steel Horse Audio speaker systems are warranted for five (5) years from the date of purchase by the consumer.
6. All warranty claims must be directed to the place of purchase. Merchandise sold through internet auction sites or any other unauthorized reseller
shall not carry a Steel Horse Audio warranty. If unsure, please contact the place of purchase to verify they are an authorized Steel Horse Audio
reseller.
RETURN POLICY
Merchandise may be returned up to 60 days from the date of purchase. Returns must be processed through original seller. Returned merchandise for any other reason other
than warranty claims must be in like new condition & subject to a 20% restocking fee. All returns are subject to inspection for determination of full or partial credit. Any
returned part that shows evidence of being used or installed contrary to manufacturer’s instructions, &/or subjected to improper handling, packaging orreturn shipping by
the customer, will not beeligible for exchange, refund orwarranty consideration. All returned electrical items will beinspected & tested. If electrical item is deemed
functional, no credit will be issued & item will be returned. All sales are final on discontinued or closeout merchandise.
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