UsingtheSystemMenuRotaryControl, Performance

UsingtheSystemMenuRotaryControl

The iK500 Stereo System’s rotary control provides an intuitive user interface. The System Menu options listed on the LCD display below are available for adjustment by the rotary control. The rotary control knob is used as a push-button to power on the iK500 and to scroll through the menus available on the LCD screen. Turning the rotary control knob allows you to adjust the parameters of the selected menu.

UsingtheRemoteControl

The Infrared Remote Control enables you to control your iPod and access the iK500 System Menu from a convenient location. With the fully featured remote control it is easy to access all of your iPod’s music and/or video content.

Figure 5

iK500

System Menu

OPERATION

Treb Vol Aux-In

BassStandby

Use the push-button selector

to turn on the iK500 and make menu selections.

Turn the rotary control to

adjust system menu

parameters.

VOL

Mute iK500 Output.

Hold down to turn the iK500 on/off

Volume Up

Volume Down

Play/Pause

Skip Forward

Hold down to Fast Forward

Navigate upward through iPod menu directory

Increase values within iK500 System Menu

Press up arrow while in Aux-In Menu to enable Aux-Input

Navigate downward through iPod menu directory

Reduce values within iK500 System Menu

Press down arrow while in Aux-In Menu to disable Aux-Input

Navigate toward iPod root directory

Hold down to enter iK500 System Menu Navigate within iK500 System

Figure 4

Skip Backward

Hold down to Rewind

Menu. Treble>Bass>Aux-in

Make selections and enter sub- directories within iPod

Use enter button to exit the 500 System Menu.

After plugging the power supply into the DC input on the back of the iK500, the unit will be in “Standby” mode, as displayed by the LCD screen on the System Menu. Turn the power on by pushing the rotary control button once. When the power is on, both the “Kicker” logo and “Vol” will be displayed on the System Menu.

Volume: By default, the iK500 will be in volume control mode and “Vol” will be displayed on the LCD screen. Turn the rotary knob to adjust the volume up or down. The rotary control will automatically revert to volume control mode after a short time period if any other menus have been selected.

To scroll through the other menus, simply use the rotary control as a push-button. Each single button push will take you from one menu to the next, rotating through Treb>Bass>Aux-In>Vol and back to the “Treb” treble control.

Treble: To adjust the treble on the iK500, use the rotary control as a push-button to scroll through the menus until the “Treb” menu is displayed on the LCD screen. Turn the rotary control knob clockwise to increase treble and counter-clockwise to reduce treble.

Bass: To adjust the bass level on the iK500, use the rotary control as a push-button to scroll through the menus until the “Bass” menu is displayed on the LCD screen. Turn the rotary control knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to reduce bass.

Auxiliary Input: To enable the auxiliary input on the iK500, an external device must be plugged into the 1/8” stereo auxiliary input on the back of the unit. Use the rotary control as a push-button and scroll through the menus until “Aux-In” is displayed. Turn the rotary control clockwise to enable the auxiliary input. When the auxiliary is enabled, the system menu will display “ON”. Turn the rotary control counter- clockwise to disable the auxiliary input and return to iPod mode. When the auxiliary input is disabled, the system menu will display “--”.

Standby: In “Standby” mode, the iK500 will be powered down, but your docked iPod will continue to charge as long as a power source is plugged into the DC input on the back of the iK500. To enter standby mode simply press and hold the rotary control button until the unit turns off and “Standby” is displayed. Note: 3rd Generation iPods are compatible with the iK500 but will not charge while docked or respond to remote control playback functions.

ConnectingExternalDevices

	To connect an external audio device to the iK500, enable Aux-In mode with the rotary control as
	described in the Auxiliary Input section on the previous page. Connect your line level device to the 1/8”
	stereo input on the back of the iK500 with the included auxiliary cable. See Figure 2. If the sound is
	distorted, you may be overdriving the auxiliary input. Try turning down the external device until the
	sound is no longer distorted. Note: 1st and 2nd Generation iPods require the use of the auxiliary input	PERFORMANCE
	for audio playback.	PERFORMANCE
	for audio playback.

Performance


Model:	iK500
Speaker Design	2	- Way
Woofer Size, in (mm)	5	(127)
Tweeter Size, in (mm)	3/4 (20)
Tweeter Design	Silk Dome
Passive Radiator Size, in (mm)	6	X 6 (152 X 152)
RMS Power, Watts @ 1% Total Harmonic Distortion	2	X 20
Effective Frequency Range, Hz	50 - 20k
Power Supply, Volts (Ampere)	22 (2.7)
Height, in (mm)	8.5		(216)
Width, in (mm)	19.2 (488)
Depth, in (mm)	8.4		(214)
Weight, lb (kg)	9.2		(4.2)

iK500STEREOSYSTEM

IK500 specifications

The Kicker IK500 is an innovative audio solution designed for those who seek high-quality sound in various environments. This versatile speaker stands out for its impressive combination of features, technologies, and characteristics, making it an ideal choice for music enthusiasts, audiophiles, and casual listeners alike.

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The IK500 incorporates Kicker's proprietary technologies, including its advanced DSP (Digital Signal Processing) capabilities. This technology optimizes sound output, ensuring that every note and beat is delivered with precision. The DSP enhances bass response and balances loudness levels, creating a rich and dynamic audio experience that caters to different musical genres.

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