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DS600.2, DS650.2, DS680.2
©2006 Stillwater Designs
TweeterMounting
Figure 5
Optional Tweeter Flange
The tweeter can be mounted one of three ways: flush, angled-surface and angled mounting.
For flush mounting applications, please refer to the illustration in Figure 5. Choose a flat
location on the panel with space behind the panel to allow room for the mounting nut. After
checking the clearances, cut a 1 9/16” (4cm) diameter mounting hole in the panel. Place the
shorter mounting nut behind the panel (only use the longer mounting nut if panel thickness
prohibits the use of the shorter mounting nut). Feed the wire through the optional tweeter
flange, the hole in the panel and the mounting nut. Mount the tweeter by screwing the
mounting nut onto the tweeter.
Tweeter
Flush Mount
Shorter Mounting Nut
Panel
For angled-surface mounting applications use the angled-surface mount cup as a template
and pre-drill one 7/64” (2.5mm) screw hole for attaching the angled-mounting cup to the
panel, and a 5/16” (8mm) hole for the wires. A M3 pan-cross head wood screw is supplied
to attach the mounting cup to the panel. Position the tweeter over the attached angled-
mounting cup and press it into position. See Figure 6.
Tweeter
Figure 6
For angled mounting applications choose a flat location on the panel with space behind the
panel to allow room for the mounting nut and back angle ring. After checking the
clearances, cut a 1 9/16” (4cm) diameter mounting hole in the panel. Place the front angle
ring (does not fit through the longer tweeter mounting nut) in front of the panel. Then place
the wire and tweeter through the tweeter flange, front angle ring and into the panel. Next
place the wire through the back angle ring (fits through the longer tweeter mounting nut),
place the back angle ring over the rear of the tweeter, and line-up the narrow part of the
front angle ring for the preferred angle of operation. Place the wire through the longer
tweeter mounting nut and loosely tighten the mounting nut around the tweeter. Rotate all the
parts in unison until the tweeter is angled in the desired direction. Secure the assembly by
tightening the tweeter mounting nut. See Figure 7.
M3 Screw
Angled-Surface Mount
Angled-Surface Mount Cup
Back Angle Ring
Panel
Tweeter Flange
Figure 7
Tweeter
Wiring
Angled Mount
Front Angle Ring
Hooking up the Kicker DS-Series Component Speakers is easy. Mount the external
crossover in a location free and clear of water and mechanical components of the vehicle
with the enclosed phillips-head wood screws. The positive and negative leads on the
speakers are terminated with connectors of different shapes and sizes that intuitively
connect to the external crossover’s connectors. After connecting the speakers to the
external crossover, connect the external crossover to the source unit or amplifier in
accordance with its owner’s manual. For reference, the Gray wire is Positive and the Black
wire is Negative on the external crossover.
Panel
Longer Mounting Nut
Performance
Model:
DS600.2
6 (160)
DS650.2
6.5 (165)
3/4 (20)
Titanium
4 (3)
DS680.2
Woofer Size, in (mm)
Tweeter Size, in (mm)
Dome Material
6x8 (160x200)
3/4 (20)
3/4 (20)
Titanium
4 (3)
WiringMultipleSpeakers
Titanium
4 (3)
Rated Impedance, ohm (DC Resistance, ohm)
Power Handling Watts, Peak (RMS)
Sensitivity [SPLo], dB @ 1W, 1m
Effective Frequency Range, Hz
Modern high performance component system speakers have a lower DC Resistance than
what used to be available. The Kicker DS-Series component system speakers are rated at
four ohms and work with any source unit or amplifier designed to operate at a four ohm
load. If you want to use two DS-Series component system speakers (two midrange/woofers
and two tweeters) on each channel of
120 (60)
90
120 (60)
90
90 (45)
90
35-21k
35-21k
5 1/2 (14)
1 13/16 (4.6)
2 (5.1)
40-21k
Woofer Mounting Hole Diameter, in (cm)
Woofer Top Mount Depth, in (cm)
Woofer Bottom Mount Depth, in (cm)
Flush Mounting Tweeter Hole Diameter, in (cm)
High Pass, dB, at Frequency, Hz
Low Pass, dB, at Frequency, Hz
High Frequency Output Attenuation, dB
Bolt-Thru Grilles
4 13/16 (12.3)
1 7/8 (4.8)
2 3/16 (5.5)
1 9/16 (4)
12, 4000
12, 4000
0, 3 & 6
Yes
5x7 3/16 (12.7x18.3)
2 3/8 (6)
2 3/4 (7)
1 9/16 (4)
12, 4000
12, 4000
0, 3 & 6
No
Figure 4
your source unit or amplifier wire the
speakers in series, as shown below. This
Source Unit or Amplifier
External Crossover
will improve the sound quality, lower the
total harmonic distortion and lessen the
thermal load at the source unit or
amplifier. This may prevent an amplifier
from shutting down, due to over-current
protection circuitry. See Figure 4.
1 9/16 (4)
12, 4000
12, 4000
0, 3 & 6
Yes
High Frequency Output
Attenuation Switch: 0, 3 & 6dB
Two DS-Series Component
Speakers wired in series to
a single channel
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AcousticsLimitedWarranty
InternationalWarranty
Kicker warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of
THREE (3) MONTHS from date of original purchase with receipt. When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer
it is warranted for ONE (1) YEAR from date of original purchase with receipt. In all cases you must have the original
receipt. Should service 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.
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 hearing!
Turning up a system to a level that has audible distortion is more damaging to your ears than listening to 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.
This warranty is valid only for the original purchaser and is not extended to owners of the product subsequent to the
original purchaser. Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to a period of the express warranty as
provided herein beginning with the date of the 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.
GARANTÍA INTERNACIONAL
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Comuníquese con su concesionario o distribuidor Kicker internacional para obtener infor ación sobre procedimientos
específicos relacionados con las normas de garantía de su país.
ADVERTENCIA: Los excitadores Kicker son capaces de producir niveles de sonido que pueden dañar
permanentemente el oído. Subir el volumen del sistema hasta un nivel que produzca distorsión es más dañino para el
oído que escuchar un sistema sin distorsión al mismo volumen. El dolor es siempre una indicación de que el sonido es
muy fuerte y que puede dañar permanentemente el oído. Sea precavido cuando controle el volumen.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE
Defective merchandise should be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs (Kicker) Dealer for warranty
Designs directly. You can confirm that a dealer is authorized by asking to see a current authorized dealer window
decal.
La frase "combustible para vivir la vida Livin' Loud™ a todo volumen" se refiere al entusiasmo por la vida que la marca
Kicker de estéreos de automóvil representa y a la recomendación a nuestros clientes de que vivan lo mejor posible ("a
todo volumen") en todo sentido. La línea de altavoces y amplificadores Kicker es la mejor del mercado de audio de
automóviles y por lo tanto representa el "combustible" para vivir a todo volumen en el área de "estéreos de automóvil"
de la vida de nuestros clientes. Recomendamos a todos nuestros clientes que obedezcan todas las reglas y
reglamentos locales sobre ruido en cuanto a los niveles legales y apropiados de audición fuera del vehículo.
If it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise directly to Stillwater Designs (Kicker), call the Kicker
Customer Service Department at (405) 624-8510 for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Package all
defective items in the original container or in a package that will prevent shipping damage, and return to:
INTERNATIONALE GARANTIE
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Stillwater Designs, 5021 North Perkins Road, Stillwater, OK 74075
Nehmen Sie mit Ihren internationalen Kicker-Fachhändler oder Vertrieb Kontakt auf, um Details über die
Garantieleistungen in Ihrem Land zu erfahren.
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 freight-
collect to you.
WARNUNG: KICKER-Treiber können einen Schallpegel erzeugen, der zu permanenten Gehörschäden führen kann!
Wenn Sie ein System auf einen Pegel stellen, der hörbare Verzerrungen erzeugt, schadet das Ihren Ohren mehr, als ein
nicht verzerrtes System auf dem gleichen Lautstärkepegel. Die Schmerzschwelle ist immer eine Anzeige dafür, dass
der Schallpegel zu laut ist und zu permanenten Gehörschäden führen kann. Seien Sie bei der Lautstärkeeinstellung
bitte vernünftig!
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.
Der Slogan "Treibstoff für 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 Verstärker von Kicker sind auf dem Markt für Auto-Soundsysteme
führend und stellen somit den "Treibstoff" für das Autostereoerlebnis unserer Kunden dar. Wir empfehlen allen unseren
Kunden, sich bezüglich der zugelassenen und passenden Lautstärkepegel außerhalb des Autos an die örtlichen
Lärmvorschriften zu halten.
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:
o Damage due to improper installation
o Subsequent damage to other components
o Damage caused by exposure to moisture, excessive heat, chemical cleaners, and/or UV radiation
o Damage through negligence, misuse, accident or abuse. Repeated returns for the same damage may be
considered abuse
o Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
o Speakers damaged due to amplifier clipping or distortion
o Items previously repaired or modified by any unauthorized repair facility
o Return shipping on non-defective items
o Products with tampered or missing barcode labels
o Products returned without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number
o Freight Damage
GARANTIE INTERNATIONALE
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Pour connaître les procédures propres à la politique de garantie de votre pays, contactez votre revendeur ou
distributeur International Kicker.
AVERTISSEMENT: Les haut-parleurs Kicker ont la capacité de produire des niveaux sonores pouvant endommager
l'ouïe de façon irréversible ! L'augmentation du volume d'un système jusqu'à un niveau présentant une distorsion
audible endommage davantage l'ouïe que l'écoute d'un système sans distorsion au même volume. Le seuil de la
douleur est toujours le signe que le niveau sonore est trop élevé et risque d'endommager l'ouïe de façon irréversible.
Réglez le volume en faisant prevue de bon sens !
o The cost of shipping product to Kicker
o Service performed by anyone other than Kicker
L'expression " carburant pour vivre plein pot " fait référence au dynamisme de la marque Kicker d'équipements audio
pour véhicules et a pour but d'encourager nos clients à faire le maximum (" vivre plein pot ") dans tous les aspects de
leur vie. Les haut-parleurs et amplificateurs Kicker sont les meilleurs dans le domaine des équipements audio et
représentent donc pour nos client le " carburant pour vivre plein pot " dans l'aspect " installation audio de véhicule "
de leur vie. Nous encourageons tous nos clients à respecter toutes les lois et réglementations locales relatives aux
niveaux sonores acceptables à l'extérieur des véhicules.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
Kicker strives to maintain a goal of 24-hour service for all acoustics (subwoofers, midrange and coaxial drivers,
tweeters, crossovers, 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 Service
Department at (405) 624-8510.
Pro Tip: You are one Kicker Loaded-Subwoofer enclosure, one ZX Mono-Amplifier and a few cables away from a slamm’in
system! The Kicker ZX line of mono-amplifiers make it easy to upgrade to solid bass with your existing or stock source unit.
Please ask your dealer about the Kicker Comp and CompVR Subwoofer upgrades.
P.O. Box 459 • Stillwater, Oklahoma 74076 • U.S.A. • (405) 624-8510
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