Kicker SOLO CLASSIC S8C, SOLO CLASSIC S10C, SOLO CLASSIC S12C, SOLO CLASSIC S15C Owner's Manual

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SOLOCLASSICSUBWOOFEROwner'sManual
Models:
S10C
/ S12C / S15C
Authorized KICKER Dealer:
Purchase Date: Speaker Model Number: Speaker Serial Number:
The KICKER Solo Classic subwoofers are built to bring you the best quality bassina limited space, such
in
as behind the seat of your truck or
the hatchback of your
while offering high-performance and high-SPLs
in
smaller, sealed enclosures.
car,
leaving you with plenty of storage space
WIRING
Solo Classic subwoofers are available with dual connected to a source of amplification. The dual in
parallel (make certain that your amp
20
will provide a
load when wiredinparallel or
is
1 0 stable) or a
white dots are for the first voice coil. The terminals with the solid-red and solid-black markings are for the second voice coil. See Figures 1 and
Coil
Figure 1
1+ Amplifier +
2.
Speaker Connection
20
(ohm) or dual
20
woofer will generate a
40
loadifwiredinseries. The dual
an
8n
load when wiredinseries. The terminals with the
40
voice coils. Both coils must be
10
loadifthe coils are wired
Series Wiring
Dual
20
Dual
Voice Coils =
40
Voice Coils =
40 80
4n
Load Load
woofer
Coil
2-
Coil
2+
Parallel Wiring
Dual
20
Voice Coils =
Dual
40
Voice Coils =
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Nominal Impedance Resonance Frequency Power Handling Watts, Peak Sensitivity [SPLo], Total
O-Factor lOts] Mechanical O-Factor [Oms] Electrical O-Factor Effective Excursion [EXmax™]In(cc) DC Resistance
[Re],
dB
rOes]
[Zn],
@ 1
ohm
ohm [per coil]
[fs],
Hz
(RMS)
W,
1m
10 20
Coil
Amplifier ­Speaker Connection
Load Load
1-
sac
2or4 38 600 (300)
82.7 .567
11.65 .596 .44 (1.1)
6.91
Figure
Coil
Coil
1+
2
2-
Coil
2+
S10C S12C S15C
2or4
27.7 26 18 900
(450) 1200 (600)
86.2 87.2 .368 .464
10.63 10.19 9.74 .381 .61
(1.6)
6.98 7.04
2or4
.486 .407 .61
(1.6) .69 (1.8)
Amplifier + Speaker Connection
Coil
1-
Amplifier ­Speaker Connection
2or4
1500
(750) 88 .391
7.84
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SOLOCLASSICSUBWOOFER
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Equivalent Volume Net Displacement, Outer Frame Dimension, Mounting Depth, Hole Cut-Out Diameter
SEALED
The Solo Classic is designed to be sound pressure than any competing subwoofer on the market. The outlined sealed enclosure designs give the smoothest response with increased energy at the lowest frequencies, deliver large amounts of highly-accurate bass and can be dnven
All
the
cubic the airspace greater than the recommended enclosure volume, as damage may occur. ultra-smooth bass response, you should loosely use of poly-fil will slightly decrease efficiency, but will deepen and extend the low frequency output.
3/4"
Use with silicone Use the "template" inside your Solo Classic's shipping carton to mark the mounting hole, then
internal bracing.
panels, making certain to
Figure 3.
(1.9cm) or thicker MDF (medium density fiberboard) and seal the joints
[Vas].
ft3
(L)
in3(cc) 46.15 (7563)
in
(em)
in
(em)
ENCLOSURE
feet
(L)
measurementsinthis manual include the displacement of the woofer. Do not make
Add
triangular bracing between each of the larger unsupported
account
S8C
46(1314)
81/2
(21.5) 45/16(11) 71/16
(17.9)
APPLICATIONS
used
solely with smaller, sealed enclosures and will generate more
cut
directly on the line. These designs need
for
the
added volume displacement. See
S10C
1.7 (48.20) 3.31 (93.8)
8243
(1350.8)
105/8
(27)
53/4
(14.6)
91/4
(23.5)
With
fill
your Solo Classic enclosure with poly-fil stuffing. The
S12C S15C
10.1
(285.95)
9744
(1596.8)
121/2
(31.7) 65/16 11
punishing levels of amplifier power.
(16)
1/8 (28.3)
20
to 30Hz. These designs
15345 151/2
(394)
77/8
(20)
137/8
(35.2)
If
you prefer an
(2514.6)
to
For more advice on box building, refer
the Kicker homepage,
624-8583
(405)
Panel Dimensions for Sealed Enclosures using
Model Volume
S8C
.33
S10C .66
S12C .88
S15C
NOTE:
Please visit best performance from your new genuine
time for the subwoofer to reach optimum performance.
All
KICKER
1.25
specincations and performance fi9ures are subjecttochange.
www.kicker.com for the most current information.
Accessories and Wiring. Please allow two weeks of break-in
www.kicker.com. Please e-mail support@kicker.com or call Technical Support at
for specific or unanswered questions.
ft3
ft3
(9.
ft3
(18.69L)
ft3
(24.92L)
ft3
(35AL)
(L)
34L)
Panel A
1
12x12
13x13
16x16
KICKER
your Authorized Kicker Dealer, or click on the Support tab on
in.
(cm) Panel
Ox1
0 (25Ax25A) 10x8 (25Ax20.3) 8x8.5 (20.3x21.6)
(30.5x30.5)
(33x33)
(40
6x40
Subwoofer. we recommend using
3/4"
(1.9cm) thick MDF (See Figure
Bin.
(cm) Panel C
12x1
0.5
(30.5x26.7) 10.5x1
13x11.5
6)
16xlO.25
To
get the
(33x29.2) 11.5x11 .5 (29.2x29.2)
(40.6x26)
10.25x10.25
in.
0.5
4)
(cm)
(26.7x26.
(26x26)
7)
5)
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ACQusticsLimitedWarranty
Kicker warrants this producttobe free from defectsinmaterial and workmanship under normal use for a period THREE is Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect warranty period, Kicker will repair no charge. Warranty replacements may have cosmetic scratches and blemishes. Discontinued products may be replaced with more current equivalent products.
This warranty original purchaser. Any applicable implied warranties are limited
herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail, and no warranties, whether express to this product thereafter. Some states apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights; however you may have other rights that vary from state
WHAT TO
Defective merchandise should be returned
Assistance
You
If
Customer Service Department at (405) 624-8510 for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Package
defective itemsinthe original containerorin
The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside
return of functioning items increases your return freight charges. Non-defective items will be returned freight-collect
(3)
MONTHS from dateoforiginal purchase with receipt. When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer
warranted for ONE
is
DOIFYOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE
in
locating an Authorized Dealer can be found at www.kicker.com or by contacting Stillwater Designs directly.
can confirm that a dealerisauthorized by askingtosee a current authorized dealer window decal.
it
becomes necessary for youtoreturn defective merchandise directly to Stillwater Designs (Kicker), call the Kicker
Stillwater Designs, 3100 North Husband, Stillwater,
(1)
YEAR from dateoforiginal purchase with receipt.Inall
or
replace
valid only for the original purchaser andisnot extended to ownersofthe product subsequent to the
(at
its discretion) the defective merchandise with equivalent merchandise at
in
durationtoa periodofthe express warranty as provided
do
not allow limitations on implied warranties; therefore these exclusions may not
to
your local Authorized Stillwater Designs (Kicker) Dealer for warranty service.
a package that will prevent shipping damage, and return to:
OK
74075
of
the package. Please return only defective components. The
cases you must have the original receipt.
or
malfunction during the
or
implied, shall apply
of
to
all
state.
to
it
you.
Include a copy
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
sent freight-collect,
WHAT
IS
This warranty
It
does not cover:
o Damage due to improper installation o Subsequent damage 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 o Speakers damaged due
o Items previously repaired o Return shipping on non-defective items o Products with tampered
o Products returned without a Return Merchandise Authorization o Freight Damage o The cost o Service performed by anyone other than Kicker
HOW LONG WILL
Kicker strives to maintain a goal crossovers, etc) returns. Delays may be incurred
of
the original receipt with the purchase date clearly visible, and a "proof-of-purchase" statement listing
of
sale and manufacturing date code. Freight must be prepaid; items
or
COD, will be refused.
NOT COVERED?
is
validonly if the productisused for the purpose for which it was designed.
to
other components
or
expense related to the removalorreinstallationofproduct
to
amplifier clippingordistortion
or
modified by any unauthorized repair facility
or
missing barcode labels
(RMA)
number
of
shipping producttoKicker
IT
TAKE?
of
24-hour service for
all
acoustics (subwoofers, midrange and coaxial drivers, tweeters,
if
lackofreplacement inventoryorpartsisencountered.
Failure to follow these steps may void your warranty. Any questions can be directed to the Kicker Customer Service Department at (405) 624-8510.
NOTE:
All
specifications and performance figures are subjecttochange. Please visit the www.kicker.com for the
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InternationalWarranty
Contact your International Kicker dealerordistributor concerning specific procedures for your country's warranty policies.
WARNING: KICKER products are capable
to
up a system the same volume level. The threshold damage your hearing. Please use
GARANTfA INTERNACIONAL
Comuniquese especfficos relacionados con las normas
ADVERTENCIA: Los excitadores Kicker son capaces el
oido. Subirelvolumen del sistema hasta un nivel que produzca distorsi6n es mas dafiino paraeloido que escuchar un sistema sin distorsi6n dafiar permanentemente
La frase "combustible para vivir
de
Kicker todo
volumen") en autom6viles y la
vidadenuestros clientes. Recomendamos a
locales sobre ruido en cuanto a los niveles legales y apropiados
INTERNATIONALE GARANTIE
Nehmen Sie mit Ihren internationalenKicker-Fachhandler oder Vertrieb Kontakt auf, um Details uber die Garantieleistungen in
Ihrem Land zu erfahren.
a level that has audible distortionismore damagingtoyour ears than listeningtoan undistorted system at
common
con
su concesionario 0 distribuidor Kicker internacional para obtener infor aci6n sobre procedimientos
al
mismo volumen.EIdolor es siempre una indicaci6ndequeelsonido es muy fuerte y que puede
el
ordo. Sea precavido cuando controleelvolumen.
la
vida Livin'
estereosdeautom6vil representa y alarecomendaci6n a nuestros clientesdeque vivan10mejor posible ("a
todo
sentido. La lineadealtavoces y amplificadores Kicker eslamejor del mercadodeaudio de
por10tanto representael"combustible" para vivir a
of
producing sound levels that can permanently darnage your hearing! Turning
of
painisalways an indicator that the sound levelistoo
sense when controlling volume.
Versi6nEspafloi
de
garantiadesu pais.
de
producir nivelesdesonido que pueden dafiar permanentemente
Loud™atodo
Deutsche
todos
Version
volumen" se refierealentusiasmo porlavida quelamarca
todo
volumen enelareade"estereosdeautom6vil"
nuestros clientes que obedezcan todas las reglas y reglamentos
de
audici6n fuera del vehiculo.
loud and may permanently
de
WARNUNG: KICKER-Treiber kbnnen einen Schallpegel erzeugen, derzu permanenten Gehbrschaden fUhren kann! Wenn Sie ein System auf einen Pegel stellen, der hbrbare Verzerrungen erzeugt, schadet das Ihren Ohren mehr, als ein
dafUr,
nicht verzerrtes System auf dem gleichen Lautstarkepegel. Die Schmerzschwelle ist immer eine Anzeige Schallpegel zu laut ist und zu permanenten Gehbrschaden fUhren kann. Seien Sie bel der Lautstarkeeinstellung bitte vernunftig!
fUr
Der Slogan ''Treibstoff und die Tatsache, dass wir unsere Kunden ermutigen, streben. Die Lautsprecher und Verstarker von Kicker sind auf den "Treibstoff" zugelassenen und passenden Lautstarkepegel auBerhalb des Autos an die brtlichen Larmvorschriften
GARANTIE INTERNATIONALE
Pour connarrre les procedures propres alapolitiquedegarantiedevotre pays, contactez votre revendeur ou distributeur International Kicker.
AVERTISSEMENT: Les haut-parleurs Kicker ont la capacite de produire des niveaux sonores pouvant endommager
de
I'ou'ie endommage davantage I'oure que I'ecoute toujours en faisant prevue de bon sens
L'expression " carburant pour vivre plein pour
vehicules et a pour but d'encourager nos clients a faireIemaximum("vivre plein vie. Les haut-parleurs et amplificateurs Kicker sont les meilleurs dans donc
pour Nous encourageons tous nos clients a respecter toutes les lois et reglementations locales relatives aux niveaux sonores acceptables a I'exterieur des vehicules.
fUr
fayon irreversible! L'augmentation du volume
Ie
signe queIeniveau sonore est
nos clientIe" carburant
Livin' Loud" bezieht sich auf die mit den Kicker-Autostereosystemen assoziierte Lebensfreude
in
allen Aspekten ihres Lebens nach dem Besten ("Livin' Loud") zu
dem
Markt
fUr
Auto-Soundsysteme fUhrend und stellen somit
das Autostereoerlebnis unserer Kunden dar. Wir empfehlen allen unseren Kunden, sich bezuglich der
zu
VersionFram;aise
d'un
systeme jusqu'a un niveau presentant une distorsion audible
d'un
systeme sans distorsion au meme volume. Le seuil deladouleur est
trop
eleveetrisque
!
pot"
fait reference au dynamismedela
pour
vivre plein
pot"
d'endommager
Ie
dans I'aspect " installation audiodevehicule "deleur vie.
I'ouredefayon irreversible. ReglezIevolume
marque Kicker d'equipements audio
pot")dans tous les aspects de leur
domaine des equipements audio et representent
dass der
halten.
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Box
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Oklahoma
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