Figure 3
If the supplied hardware is not applicable to your installation, some other means of securely attaching the speakers to the vehicle must be used.
Kick Panel
Speaker
cut-out
To the amplifier or
source unit
Front Dash
Front Door
Body
Stagger the holes for the wiring and use a rubber or plastic grommet to protect the wire from damage
If the speaker cut-out locations require you to cut metal, avoid structural metal and braces. If the door body and panel cannot support the weight of the speaker, an optional reinforcing ring (thin piece of wood or Medium Density Fiberboard) may be sandwiched between the panels. Mount the speaker to the vehicle as outlined in Figure 2. If factory speaker wiring is not available in your desired location, it may be necessary to run the supplied wire through the door jamb. 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 jam. Be careful
not to drill into other wiring or exiting 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 as outlined in Figure 3.
If you are replacing factory speakers in their original locations, you may have 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. The speakers are supplied with a 6” x 9” (160 x 230cm) mounting adapter. The supplied mounting adapter can be placed between the speaker and the mounting baffle in the bottom mounting application as shown in Figure 1, and in the front mounting application, as shown in Figure 2. In either case, make sure the speaker will not interfere with any trunk or door opening and closing mechanisms, and the enclosed screws will not puncture the fuel tank, wiring, or interfere with any other mechanical parts on either side of the mounting surface. Cycle the windows all the way down and up to check for obstructions.
Mounting
Congratulations on your KICKER purchase
Please record your purchase
information and keep your sales receipt for validation of warranty.
| DS3-WaySpeaker |
| Owner’sManual |
Model: | DS7130 |
Authorized Kicker Dealer: | _________________________ |
Purchase Date: | _________________________ |
Speaker Model Number: | DS7130 |
| Door Body | | Figure 2 |
| | | Door Panel |
| Speaker | Reinforcing Ring | 6” x 9” (160 x 230mm) mounting adapter can |
| cut-out | be inserted between speaker cutout and 3-Way |
| (Optional) |
| | |
driver for front mounting
Speaker
cut-out
Your DS 3-Way speaker was specially designed for “Livin’ Loud” out in the harsh automotive environment. They are made of advanced materials and construction techniques to maintain optimal performance for years to come.
Application
The Kicker DS 3-Way speaker was specifically designed for mounting in free-air applications. The speakers do not require a sealed enclosure for optimum performance. It is important to isolate the sound coming off the front of the driver from the sound radiating from the back of the driver. This isolation is usually accomplished by using the driver in a factory speaker location, or in a location with a semi-isolated rear chamber. See Figure 1.
6” x 9” (160 x 230cm) adapter can be
placed between baffle and speaker
in bottom mounting aplicationsFront Sound Waves
Figure 1
INSTALLATION | Trunk / Storage Space | Rear Sound |
|
Waves
Rear Seat
Location
The sound produced by the DS 3-Way is directional. Find the best location for stereophonic sound. If necessary, add more DS coaxial speakers to the system to help distribute and balance the sound. After determining the best mounting locations, carefully check the areas where the mounting hardware will be placed. See Figure 2.
Please allow two weeks of break-in time for the speaker to reach optimum performance.
3-Way | |
Driver | Screws |
|
Place Speaker Grille over the 3-Way Driver and |
mount with the enclosed Screws | |
