Features
Controls
Connections
Warranty
Features
Multi-Channel Design: The DX600.5 is a 5-channel amplifier,
basically two 2-channel Class AB amplifiers (Amp1/front and Amp2/rear) and a
Class D mono subwoofer amplifier built into one chassis. Either of the 2-channel
sections can be bridged, so the DX600.5 can be used as a 5-channel, 4-channel,
or 3-channel amplifier.
CEA 2006 Compliant: The Kicker DX600.5's power and signal to
noise ratio are measured according to CEA 2006 standards (Consumer Electronics
Association). These standards allow you to accurately compare the specifications
of all CEA 2006-compliant amplifiers, even if they are different brands.
Manufacturers who adhere to the standards can display the CEA 2006 logo on their
products and packaging.
Power Output:
- 4-Channel (CEA 2006 Compliant): 40 watts RMS
x 4 channel into 4 ohms (20-20,000 Hz, <1% THD+N, 14.4
volt power supply)
- 4-Channel (2-ohm): 75 watts RMS x 4 channels
(20-20,000 Hz, <1% THD+N, 14.4 volt power supply)
- Bridged (4-ohm): 150 watts RMS x 2 channels
(20-20,000 Hz, <1% THD+N, 14.4 volt power supply)
- Subwoofer Channel (CEA 2006 Compliant): 150
watts RMS x 1 channel (25-200 Hz, <1.5% THD+N, 14.4 volt
power supply)
- Subwoofer Channel (2-ohm): 300 watts RMS x 1
channel (25-200 Hz, <1.5% THD+N, 14.4 volt power supply)
Signal to Noise Ratio: While the CEA 2006 S/N is 85 dB for the
full range amps and 80 dB for the subwoofer amp (measured at 1 watt), the S/N at
rated power is >95 dB.
Kicker Livin' Loud Certified Power: The
amplifier comes with a certificate that indicates the total maximum wattage of the
particular amplifier, along with the model number, serial number, tested date, and
whether the amplifier passed the total harmonic distortion, signal-to-noise ratio,
and protection circuit tests.
Protection Circuitry: The DX600.5 has protection circuitry
that will turn the amp off in the event of overheating, over voltage (power
input), under voltage (power input), short circuit (speaker output), and over
current (speaker output). If the Protection LED on the left side of the amp
illuminates red, the protection circuit has engaged and the amp will not play
until the problem is resolved.
Fail-Safe Integration Technology (FIT): To accommodate the
varying range of signal levels coming from today's factory and aftermarket
radios, the DX600.5 utilizes Fail-Safe Integration Technology (FIT), offering
isolated differential inputs for significant noise reduction, and compatibility
with virtually any factory radio.
Speaker Level Input: High level inputs can be used when the
source device doesn't have preamp level outputs. The same RCA inputs on the amp
are used for either speaker level or line level connections. When a speaker
level signal is used, speaker wire to RCA adapters are needed (item number
20609ZISL, sold separately) and the Input Level should be set to High.
Subsonic Filter: The subwoofer amplifier features a a 24
dB/octave subsonic filter fixed at 25 Hz. Ultra-low frequencies that cannot be
reproduced by a subwoofer do not become sound, but unnecessary oscillations
which affect sound by causing distortion. These frequencies also waste amplifier
power and can cause damage to speakers. The built-in subsonic filter cuts the
frequencies below 25 Hz to improve the performance of the speakers by
eliminating harmful distortion.
ZXRC Remote Bass Control: The DX600.5 comes with the ZXRC
Remote Bass Control, which allows you to control the output level of the
subwoofer amplifier from the front of the vehicle. The wired remote comes with a
bracket to mount it under the dash. The supplied 18' cable, with RJ-25 phone
plugs at each end, connects the wired remote bass level control to the
amplifier.
Note: The Remote Bass Control measures
approximately 2-1/4" wide x 1-1/4" high x 1.75"
deep (2-3/8" deep including the knob and wiring).
Controls
Gain Control: The front, rear, and subwoofer sections of the
amp have independent input gain controls. With the Input Level Control switch at
the appropriate setting, you can set the rotary Gain Control to match the output
of the source unit. The Gain Controls are adjusted with a flat-head screwdriver
and can be set between 0 and 11.
Input Level: The input level control is switchable; when set
to Low, the amp can accommodate a line level input signal of 125mV-5V, on High,
the amp will accept a 250mV-10V speaker level signal.
Auto Turn-On: The Auto Turn-On switch offers three options:
- +12 V: the amp turns on when +12
volts is applied to the remote terminal
- DC Offset: the amp turns on when
a 6 volt surge is detected on the signal inputs (from
a speaker level source); in this mode the amp's remote
terminal acts as a +12 volt output to turn on another
component
- Audio: the amp turns on when an
incoming audio signal is detected; in this mode the
amp's remote terminal acts as a +12 volt output to
turn on another component
Crossover: The front, rear, and subwoofer channels have
independent crossover settings. The front and rear channel crossovers can be set
for high-pass or full-range operation. The subwoofer channel's low-pass
crossover is always active. The variable crossover points can be independently
set between 50 and 200 Hz. The slope is 12 dB per octave for the high-pass
crossovers, while the subwoofer's crossover slope is 24dB per octave.
KICKEQ Bass Boost: The subwoofer channel has
a bass boost circuit that provides a variable
(0-12 dB) signal boost at 40 Hz.
Fader: When you are running two or more sets of inputs to
the amplifier, the Fader switch should be placed in On position, to allow your
source unit to fade between the front and rear channels. If you want to drive
all of the speakers with one set of inputs (Amp1), the Fader switch should be in
the Off position.
Sub Input: If you are using a dedicated output on your
source unit for the subwoofer, it should be connected to the RCA inputs marked
Sub, and the Sub Input switch should be set to Sub. If there is no dedicated
subwoofer input, the Sub Input switch should be set to the Amp2 position, and
the audio fed to the rear channels will automatically be fed to the subwoofer
channel as well.
Connections
Left Side of Amplifier:
- +12V (power): set screw terminal;
accepts up to 4-gauge wire; the included 3mm Allen wrench
is required to tighten/loosen the terminal
- REM (remote turn-on): set screw
terminal; accepts up to 8-gauge wire; the included 3mm
Allen wrench is required to tighten/loosen the terminal
- GND (ground): set screw terminal;
accepts up to 4-gauge wire; the included 3mm Allen wrench
is required to tighten/loosen the terminal
- Speaker Outputs: five pair of screw
terminals; accept spade connectors up to 0.325" wide
- Fuses: two 30-amp ATO fuses (factory
installed)
Right Side of Amplifier:
- RCA Inputs: three pair of RCA input
jacks; front, rear, and sub (labeled Amp 1, Amp 2, and
Sub)
- Remote Bass: RJ-25 jack for use with
the included ZXRC Remote Bass Control
Warranty
Extended Warranty: Kicker will add a year to the standard two
year warranty (for a total of three years) when any matching Kicker amplifier wiring
kit is used with this amp (4 gauge minimum). Both the amp and wiring kit should be
purchased on the same order and the usual warranty limitations apply (covers
manufacturing defects, must be purchased from an authorized Kicker dealer, etc.).
