Kicker IQI User Manual

IQI – Intelligent Interface for KICKER IQ-Series Ampliﬁers

IQI – Interfaz inteligente para ampliﬁcadores de la serie KICKER IQ

IQI – Intelligente Schnittstelle für die Verstärker der IQ-Serie von KICKER

IQI – Interface intelligente pour les ampliﬁcateurs KICKER série IQ

QUICK-START | GUIDE DE DÉMARRAGE RAPIDE SCHNELLSTART | GUÍA DE INICIO RÁPIDO

Contents Contenido

Inhaltsverzeichnis Table des matières

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Hardware Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Software Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Introducción . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Instalación del equipo . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Instalación del software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Einführung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Hardwarekonﬁguration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Softwarekonﬁguration . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Conﬁguration du matériel . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Conﬁguration du logiciel . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Introduction Introducción Einführung Introduction

KICKER’s new IQI provides wireless integration for the IQ-series ampliﬁers through Bluetooth Wireless Technology, truly unlocking the raw power and robust design of your IQ ampliﬁer. This Quick-Start guide will brieﬂy cover the features and setup of your IQI, including:

• Using your Bluetooth audio device as the source unit, negating any need for a messy installation

• Staying hands-free with the microphone and multi-function button

• Making your music come alive with KICKER’s new TWEEQ software

• Chaining up to 4 IQ amps and controlling them with your mobile device

La nueva IQI de KICKER ofrece integración inalámbrica para los ampliﬁcadores de la serie IQ a través de la Tecnología Inalámbrica Bluetooth, desbloqueando verdaderamente toda la potencia y el diseño sólido de su ampliﬁcador IQ. Esta guía de inicio rápido cubrirá brevemente las funciones y la conﬁguración de su IQI, incluyendo lo siguiente:

• Utilizar su dispositivo de audio con Bluetooth como la unidad fuente, sin la necesidad de realizar una instalación desordenada

• Manos libres con el micrófono y el botón multifunción

• Hacer que su música cobre vida con el nuevo software TWEEQ de KICKER

• Conectar hasta 4 ampliﬁcadores IQ y controlarlos con su dispositivo móvil

Die neue IQI von KICKER ermöglicht die drahtlose Integration der Verstärker der IQ-Serie über die Bluetooth Wireless-Technologie, um die volle Leistungsstärke und das robuste Design der IQ-Verstärker zu nutzen. Diese Kurzanleitung beschreibt die Funktionen und die Konﬁguration der IQI, einschließlich Folgendem:

• Verwendung des Bluetooth-Audiogeräts als Quelleinheit, um eine unordentliche Installation zu vermeiden

• Freihändige Bedienung mit dem Mikrofon und der Multifunktionstaste

• Mit der neuen TWEEQ-Software von KICKER wird Ihre Musik lebendig

• Verbindung von bis zu 4 IQ-Verstärkern und Steuerung mit Ihrem Mobilgerät

Le nouvel IQI de KICKER offre une intégration sans ﬁl des ampliﬁcateurs série IQ au moyen de la technologie sans ﬁl Bluetooth, ce qui libère totalement la puissance brute et la conception robuste de votre ampliﬁcateur IQ. Ce guide de démarrage rapide décrit brièvement les caractéristiques et la conﬁguration de votre IQI, y compris :

• L’utilisation de votre périphérique audio Bluetooth comme appareil source, ce qui élimine toute installation compliquée.

• Le fonctionnement mains libres avec le microphone et le bouton multifonction.

• L’amélioration de la dynamique de votre musique avec le nouveau logiciel TWEEQ de KICKER.

• Le chaînage de jusqu’à 4 ampliﬁcateurs IQ et leur commande depuis votre appareil mobile.

Hardware Setup

Device Overview

NOTE: FW LOAD is for internal KICKER use

Device is communicating with ampliﬁer(s) via TWEEQ or streaming audio

AMP COM

Connection with Bluetooth device has been established

PWR

LOAD

IQI is powered on

MIC

1/8” (3.5mm) connection for microphone and control button accessory

AMP 1 AMP 2 AMP 3 AMP 4

Press once to enter pairing mode. Press & hold to clear paired devices.

INPUT

OUTPUT

REM

GND

+12V

IQRC

SPEAKER

POWER

Mounting

Mount the IQI to the desired location using the included screws. KICKER recommends a dry, shaded location near the ampliﬁer. Do not drill into any electronics, wiring, or vehicle mechanisms.

Wiring

The IQI draws power from the IQ ampliﬁer on AMP 1, so there is no need to make +12V or ground connections. Connect the IQI to your IQ amp(s) using the included DIN cable(s). You will see the PWR

LED on the IQI become active when the ampliﬁer is on.

IQI

IQ mono amp shown

AMP 1 AMP 2 AMP 3 AMP 4

IQI

Bluetooth Operation

With your ampliﬁer(s) and IQI powered on and connected via the included DIN cable(s), press the Pairing button - short press - on the IQI. The Bluetooth icon will begin blinking. Set your Bluetooth audio device to scan for available connections.

Select “IQI” and use [0,0,0,0] for the passcode if prompted. You may pair up to four devices. The Bluetooth LED on the front of the IQI will be solid when connected. You are now ready to use the IQ’s DSP with the TWEEQ app, and stream music directly to your amp(s) using your favorite app or streaming service! When streaming or using TWEEQ, the AMP COM LED will be active.

Hands-Free Operation

Connect the supplied microphone and control-button jack to the connection labeled “MIC” on the front of the IQI. Any phone calls will now be routed through your audio system - simply use the control button to answer and hang up! You may also enter pairing mode by pressing and holding the control button.

Software Setup (iOS)

TWEEQ is a new DSP software conﬁguration tool for the IQseries amps. Because the smartest amp demands the smartest application, we’ve developed TWEEQ in-house with our customer’s needs at the forefront of the creation process. The IQ ampliﬁers are fully-functional without TWEEQ, but to get the most out of your new KICKER amp, use it on your iPad or iPhone through the IQI and hear the difference!

Installation

Download and install KICKER TWEEQ from the Apple store. KICKER is currently developing an Android-based version of the app to be available on Google Play.

Setup

Power on your IQ ampliﬁer and IQI. Pair the IQI with your phone or tablet and run TWEEQ. You will be prompted to begin the conﬁguration wizard. Click next to begin scanning for any connected ampliﬁers.

TWEEQ will scan and identify all connected ampliﬁers. KICKER has support for multi-amp installations using the IQI accessory. You may toggle between amps from the ‘HOME’ screen.

Choose to bridge the channels if both channels are used to drive a common load. Turn the FADER ON if you are running two sets of inputs to the ampliﬁer. Turn the FADER OFF if you want to drive all channels from a single stereo input. For example, turn the FADER ON if you are only using AMP 1 as your input source. Select the input source for the subwoofer signal, if applicable.

Select the type of driver used by each channel. This will assist the TWEEQ software in automatically conﬁguring your crossover. See reference chart.

Driver XOVER Type

Full Range No XOVER Midrange High-pass Midbass Band-pass Sub Band-pass Tweeter High-pass

Select the speaker-size for each channel. This further assists the software in conﬁguring your crossover. If you have selected to use a Full-Range signal in the previous window, and you have a 2 or 4 channel IQ, you will not see this dialog box.

Set the distance of each speaker from the primary listening position. This will automatically conﬁgure the correct time-delay for each speaker to present the best sound-stage. The Reference Speaker setting should be set if there is a speaker in use that is not connected to the IQ ampliﬁer currently being conﬁgured, and whose speaker is farthest from the listening position.

The ‘HOME’ screen will display all connected IQ amps, their operating temperature, remote gain and bass boost settings. Use the ‘Load Preset’ button to apply a previously conﬁgured preset to the IQ ampliﬁer that is currently selected.

Congratulations! Your IQ Ampliﬁer has been automatically conﬁgured using the TWEEQ Wizard. You may save this preset by selecting ‘Save Conﬁg’. It is recommended that you save this initial conﬁguration for restoration and A/B listening purposes.

You may continue to ﬁne-tune the DSP for your speciﬁc application(s), including adjusting the EQ, Time-Delay, Input Mixer and Crossover settings. For complete instructions on the KICKER TWEEQ application, download the full manual from www.kicker.com/support.

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