QS
COAXIAL SYSTEM
Owner’s Manual | English
Manual del Propietario | Español
SISTEMA DE ALTAVOCES COAXIAL QS
Benutzerhandbuch | Deutsch
QS-KOAX-SYSTEM
Manuel d’utilisation | Française
SYSTÈME À COAXIAUX QS
QS COAXIAL SYSTEM
QSC67 | QSC69
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QS COAXIAL SYSTEM
Owner’s Manual
Authorized KICKER Dealer:
Purchase Date:
Speaker Serial Number:
Model QSC67 QSC69
Woofer [in, mm] 6-3/4, 165 6x9, 160x230
Tweeter [in,mm] 1, 25 1, 25
Dome Material Teteron
®
Teteron
Rated Impedance [Ω] 4 4
Peak Power Handling [Watts] 200 200
Continuous Power Handling [Watts RMS] 100 100
Sensitivity [1W, 1m] 86 dB 88 dB
Frequency Response [Hz] 40-20k 30-20k
Woofer Mounting Hole Diameter [in, mm] 5-9/16, 141 4-13/16x8-5/8, 121.9x219
Woofer Bottom Mount Depth [in, mm] 2-9/16, 64.9 3, 76.2
High Pass [dB], at Frequency [Hz] 18, 5.5k 18, 5.5k
Low Pass [dB], at Frequency [Hz] 18, 5.5k 18, 5.5k
MODELS: QSC67 / QSC69
Fits most applications. For the latest application list, visit www.kicker.com/
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.
The KICKER QS-series coaxial systems offer unmatched audio fidelity for vehicle applications. Whether
you’re configuring the ultimate multi-speaker and subwoofer surround system or simply upgrading from
dull, lifeless factory speakers, the QS coaxial systems deliver the most pleasing full-range sound on the
market today!
PERFORMANCE
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CROSSOVER CONFIGURATION
Before mounting and wiring the QS coaxial system, determine which configuration you will use for the
speakers and crossovers.
QS Crossover
Configurations
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS
Conventional 2-way easy install | ideal when available
amplifier channels are limited
audio fidelity not quite as high as
bi-amplified configuration
Bi-amplified optimal sound quality; more efficient
usage of amplifier power
requires at least 4 amplifier
channels | slightly trickier install
QS crossover
INPUT jumper.
Install only for 2-way configurations;
do not install if bi-amping.
The KICKER QS crossover can be configured as a conventional 2-way crossover by installing the
included INPUT jumper into the - MID + - TW + input terminals as shown below. In this configuration,
the amplified signal from your source unit or amplifier should be wired to the + and - terminals indicated on
the INPUT jumper.
The QS crossover can also be configured for bi-amp wiring by removing (or simply not installing) the
INPUT jumper. To use the bi-amp configuration, you must connect two amplified signals to each
crossover (you will need at least four amplifier channels).
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WIRING
We recommend using 18 gauge (or larger) wire. The QS coaxials are rated at 4 ohms and work with
any source unit or amplifier designed to operate at a 4 ohm load. Make sure your source unit or
amplifier is rated for 4 ohm operation.
Crossover in 2-way configuration | One coaxial set per channel
• At least two amplifier channels are needed for stereo operation (only one channel is shown)
amplifier / source unit
QSC woofer
QSC crossover
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Crossover in bi-amp configuration Two channels per coaxial set
• At least four amplifier channels are needed for stereo operation (only two channels are shown)
amplifier / source unit
(must have at least four channels)
QSC woofer
QSC crossover
Pro Tip: Looking for the next step in audio performance from your QS coaxials? Upgrade to a KICKER
IQ or KX 4 or 5-channel amplifier for each QS coaxial system you have installed to take full advantage of
the QS’s bi-amping capabilities. With a dedicated amplifier channel for each tweeter and each midrange
driver, you’ll have a more efficient system that will deliver a clearer soundstage and an increasingly
dramatic dynamic response. In other words, your music will be more expansive and captivating.
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WOOFER MOUNTING
The KICKER QS coaxials are designed for free-air applications and do not require a sealed enclosure for
optimum performance. It is important to isolate the sound coming from the front of the speaker from the
sound radiating from the back of the speaker. This is most easily accomplished by mounting the speakers
in a vehicle’s factory locations or in a location with a semi-isolated rear chamber (like the rear deck of a car
behind the rear seats). Do not install in the rear deck if you have a subwoofer in the trunk.
If you are replacing factory speakers in their original locations, you may need to use one of the three
included adapters, a combination of them, or modify them as such that they will fit your required screw
patterns. You may also need to enlarge the speaker cut-outs and pre-drill new screw holes using a 7/64”
(2.5mm) bit. Custom mounting locations will require more preparation and work. Make sure that the
speaker will not interfere with trunk and door opening and closing mechanisms and that the enclosed
screws will not puncture the fuel tank, puncture wiring, or interfere with any other mechanical parts on the
underside of the mounting surface. Cycle the windows all the way down and up.
Adapters fit most applications. For the latest application list, visit www.kicker.com/
Ford/Toyota
adapter
Works in some
Toyota vehicles.
The ‘ears’ may
need to be bent,
or cutoff.
General adapter
Will help
accommodate
the QS coaxial in
other factory or
custom locations
GM adapter
For use in GM
vehicles
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door panel
door
speaker cut-out
QS woofer
rear foam
front foam
motor foam
adapter
If the speaker cut-out locations require you to cut metal,
avoid structural metal and braces. Mount the speaker
to the vehicle as outlined below. Use the included foam
gaskets to seal and protect the system from moisture,
increase pressure, and reduce buzz or rattling. The motor
(disc) foam should be placed on the back of the speaker
if it is touching the inside of the door panel. The long
adapter foam should be wrapped around the adapter in
the same manner as the manufacturer. The rear foam
gasket and front foam gasket should be applied to the
back and front of the speaker before mounting.
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CROSSOVER MOUNTING
Mount the crossover in a location that is easy to access for wiring. Make sure that the crossover will not
be exposed to water. The bottom of the car door is not a good location. If you must mount the crossover
in the car door, exercise caution as water can accumulate in the bottom of the door. Keep the crossover
high in the door and shielded from water.
door jamb
QS crossover.
(mounted inside
door panel)
rubber
grommets
from amplifier or
source unit
woofer mounting hole
to woofer
terminals
The speaker wire should be kept away from sharp edges and avoid the possibility of getting pinched by
the door. An existing grommet in the door jamb is the ideal place to run the speaker wire. If the factory
hole and grommet do not exist or are inaccessible, you must drill a hole to run the speaker wire through
the door jamb. Be careful not to drill into other wiring or existing door mechanisms. Any time a wire is run
through a hole, it is necessary to insert a rubber or plastic grommet to protect the wire from damage.
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Note: All specifications and performance figures are subject to change. Please visit www.kicker.com for the
most current information. To get the best performance from your new KICKER speakers, we recommend using
genuine KICKER accessories and wiring. Please allow two weeks of break-in time for the speakers to reach optimum
performance.
Snap-on grille if desired
pry off grille to remove
GRILLE MOUNTING
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ACOUSTICS LIMITED WARRANTY
When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer, KICKER 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. If this product is
identified as “Refurbished” or “B Goods”, the warranty is limited to a period of THREE (3) MONTHS from date of original
purchase. 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. Warranty replacements may have cosmetic scratches and
blemishes. Discontinued products may be replaced with more current equivalent products. 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.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE:
Defective merchandise should be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs (KICKER) Dealer for warranty
service. Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be found at www.kicker.com or by contacting Stillwater Designs
directly. You can confirm that a dealer is authorized by asking to see a current authorized dealer window decal.
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 only
the defective items in a package that will prevent shipping damage, and return to:
Stillwater Designs, 3100 North Husband St, Stillwater, OK 74075
The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package. Please return only defective component
systems. The return of functioning items increases your return freight charges. Non-defective items will be returned
freightcollect to you. For example, if a subwoofer is defective, only return the defective subwoofer, not the entire
enclosure. 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.
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 with tampered or missing serial numbers
o Products returned without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number
o Products purchased from an UNAUTHORIZED dealer
o Freight Damage
o The cost of shipping product to KICKER
o Service performed by anyone other than KICKER
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
KICKER strives to maintain a goal of one-week service for all acoustics (subwoofers, midrange 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. Contact your International KICKER dealer or distributor concerning specific procedures for your
country’s warranty policies.
P.O. Box 459 • Stillwater, Oklahoma 74076 • USA • (405) 624–8510
stillwaterdesigns
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Manual del propietario del
SISTEMA DE COAXIAL QS
Los adaptadores se adaptan a la mayoría de las aplicaciones. Para obtener la lista de aplicaciones más reciente,
visite www.kicker.com/
ADVERTENCIA: ¡Los productos KICKER son capaces de producir niveles de sonido que pueden dañar su oído
permanentemente! Subir el volumen en un sistema a un nivel que distorsiona el sonido es más dañino para sus oídos
que escuchar un sistema que no se distorsiona al mismo nivel de sonido. El umbral del dolor es siempre un indicador
de que el nivel del sonido es muy alto y puede dañar permanentemente su audición. Utilice el sentido común cuando
controle el volumen.
Los sistemas de coaxial de la serie QS de KICKER ofrecen una fidelidad de audio inigualable para aplicaciones
para vehículos. Ya sea para configurar el último sistema de sonido envolvente con altavoces múltiples y
subwoofer o simplemente para mejorar la versión de parlantes aburridos y sin vida de fábrica, los sistemas de
coaxial QS brindan el sonido de gama completa más placentero del mercado en la actualidad!
RENDIMIENTO
Distribuidor autorizado de KICKER:
Fecha de compra
Número de modelo del altavoz:
Modelo QSC67 QSC69
Altavoz [plg., mm.] 6-3/4, 165 6x9, 160x230
Altavoz de agudos [plg.,mm.] 1, 25 1, 25
Material de la cúpula Teteron
®
Teteron
Impedancia nominal [Ω] 4 4
Potencia máxima [Vatios] 200 200
Potencia continua [RMS Vatios] 100 100
Sensibilidad [1W, 1m] 86 dB 88 dB
Respuesta de frecuencia [Hz]
40-20k 30-20k
Diámetro del orificio de montaje del altavoz [plg., mm.] 5-9/16, 141 4-13/16x8-5/8, 121.9x219
Profundidad del montaje inferior del altavoz [plg., mm.] 2-9/16, 64.9 3, 76.2
Paso alto [dB], en frecuencia [Hz] 18, 5.5k 18, 5.5k
Paso bajo [dB], en frecuencia [Hz] 18, 5.5k 18, 5.5k
MODELO: QSC67 / QSC69
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