KAC-728S KAC-628 KAC-608S KAC-428S

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

KENWOOD CORPORATION

Take the time to read through this instruction manual.

Familiarity with installation and operation prOcedures will help you obtain the best performance from your new power amplifier. '

For your records

Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces

designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. . Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your KENWOOD dealer for information or service on the product.

Model KAC-728S/628/608S/428S Serial nurnber j, ---

© PRINTED IN USA B64-1359-00 (KM)

Safety precautions ...

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I AWARNING I

To prevent Injury or fire, take the following precautions:

- When extending the ignition, battery, or ground wires, make sure to use automotivegrade wires or other wires with a Brnrn' (AWG10) or more to prevent wire deterioration and damage to the wire coating.

- To prevent a short circuit. never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit.

- If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange smells, turn off the power immediately and consult your Kenwood dealer.

- Do not touch the unit during use because the surface of the unit becomes hot and may cause burns if touched.

ACAUTION

To prevent damage to the machine, take the following precautions: .

- Be sure the unit is connected to a 12V DC power supply with a negative ground connection.

- Do not open the top or bottom covers of the unit.

- Do not install the unit in a spot exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing.

- When replacing a fuse, only use a.new one with the prescribed rating. Using a fuse with the wrong rating may cause your unit to malfu nction.

- To prevent a short circuit when replacing a fuse, first disconnect the wiring harness.

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I NOTE

-If vouexperience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.

-If the unit does not seem to be working right ..

consult your Kenwood dealer. . .'

Cle.ning the unit

If the front panel gets dirty, turn off the power and wipe the panel with a dry silicon cloth or soft cloth.

ACAUTION I.

Do not wipe the panel with a hard cloth or a cloth dampened by volatile solvents such as paint thinner and alcohol. They can scratch the surface of the panel and/or cause the indicator letters to peel off.

FCC WARNING

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful _ interference unless the modifications are . expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate· this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made ..

Acce •• orle.

Part name External Number of
View Items
Terminal cover .~ 1
(Power terminal)
Self-tapping screws ~ 4
(04 x 16 mm) /

Protection function

This unit is equipped with a protection function for proteCting this unit and your speakers from various accidents or problems that can occur.

When the protection function is triggered, the Power indicator goes off and the amplifier stops operating.

• Power indicator:

When the power is turned on, the Power indicator lights.

If the Power indicator does not light when the power is turned on. the Power indicator

protection function may be activated. Check whether there is any indication of trouble.

• The protection function activates in the following situations:

• When a speaker wire may be short-circuited.

• When a speaker output contacts ground.

• When the unit malfunctions and a DC signal is sent to the speaker output.

• When the temperature of internal parts exceeds 120°C (248°F).

• When a ground wire of the center unit (cassette receiver. CD receiver. etc.lor this unit is not connected to a metal part serving as an

electrical ground passing electricity to the battery's negative e

terminal.

Installation procedure

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• n .JLO 1. Remove the ignition key and disconnect the negative e terminal of the battery to prevent short

circuits.

2. Set the unit according to the intended usage.

3. Connect the input and output cables of the units.

4. Connect the speaker wires.

5. Connect the power wire. power control wire and grounding wire following this order.

6. Install the unit in the car. ..

7. Connect the negative e terminal of the battery.

£CAUTION

• Be sure to turn the power off before changing the setting of any switch.

• If the fuse blows. check wires for shorts. then replace the fuse with one of the same rating.

• Check that no unconnected wires or connectors are touching the car body. Do not remove caps from unconnected wires or connectors to prevent short circuits.

• Connect the speaker wires to appropriate speaker connectors separately. Sharing the negative wire of the speaker or grounding speaker wires to the metal body of the car can cause this unit to fail.

• After installation. check that the brake lamps, winkers. and wipers work properly.

"Controls

O"",.ations of the following control and switches are required in 1ICC0rdance with the center unit and speakers connected with this unit.

KAC-72BS KAC-60BS

KAC.-62B

ICAC-42BS

KAC-72BS

KAC.-62B KAC.-60BS

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CD RCA cable ground lead terminal ® FIL TER switch

These switches allow filtering of the speaker output signals.

KAC-728S/608S/428S KAC-628

ALTER FILTER

OFFLP'F OFF

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• HPF (High Pass Filter) position (KAC-628 only)

Only frequencies of 150 Hz or higher are output. (Frequencies below 150 Hz are cut.)

• LPF (Low Pass Filter) position

Only frequencies of 80 Hz or lower are output. (Frequencies above 80 Hz are cut.) The Lch and Rch will be mixed before output even if the operation switch is set to STEREO.

• OFF position

The original sound without filtering is output.

® OPERATION switch

This switch allows selection of the amplification method of input signals.

KAC-728S/608S/428S KAC-628

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• STEREO position

The amplifier can be used as a stereo amplifier.

• L+R position (KAC-628 only)

The input left and right signals are combined before being amplified. Use this position when the unit is used for subwoofer speakers or the L+R (monaural) sound is required.

• MONO (Lch) position

Amplifies the signal input from the left side only. Set to this position and make bridged connections to use as a high-power monaural amplifier. (The input right signal is not output.)

@ INPUT SENSITIVITY control

Set this control according to the pre-output level of the center unit connected with this unit or to the maximum power output of the genuine-accessory car stereo.

Use the diagram on the right as a guide.

I NOTE I

For the pre-output level or the maximum power output, refer to the "Specifications" in the instruction manual of the center unit.

® LINE IN terminal

® Speaker level input terminals o Fuae (20 A x 2 : KAC·72BSJ

(25 A xl: KAC-62B/fSOBSJ {15 A x f : KAC-42BSI

® Battery terminal

® Ground terminal

OW Power control (REMOTEI terminal @ SPEAKER OUTPUT terminals

• Stereo Connections: .

When you wish to use the unit as a stereo amplifier, stereo connections are used.

The speakers to be connected should have an impedance of 2Q or greater. When multiple speakers are to be connected, ensure that the combined impedance is 20 or greater for each channel.

• Bridged Connections:

When you wish to use the unit as a highoutput monaural amplifier, bridged connections are used. (Make connections to the LEFT channel (+) and the RIGHT . channel (-) SPEAKER OUTPUT terminals.) The speakers to be connected should have an impedance of 4.0 or greater. When multiple speakers are to be connected, ensure that the combined impedance is 40 or greater.

I .A.CAUnON

The rated input of the speakers should be no less than the maximum output of the amplifier. Otherwise malfunction may result.

Connection

• RCA cBble connection I ACAUTION I

Do not connect cables and leads to both RCA cable input jacks and the speaker input terminals simultaneously, for this may cause malfunction or damage.

RCA cable ground terminal Left input Right input

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CENTER UNIT (Cassette receiver, CD receiver, etc.)

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RCA cable ground ·terminll'

When using an RCA cable with a ground lead attached, connect the ground lead to this

terminal. .

ACAUTION I

Do not use this terminal for power source grounding. This unit will be damaged if the power source grounding wire is connected to this terminal.

• Speaker level input connection

Connect the unit by inserting it in the connection between the genuine-accessory car stereo and speakers.

ACAUTION I

Do not connect cables and leads to-both RCA cable input jacks and the speaker input terminals

simultaneously, for this may cause malfunction or damage. . .

Left input Right input

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Genuine-accessory car stereo

To Power control (REMOTE) terminal

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.... CAUnON

• The genuine-accessory car stereo shall have a maximum power output of no more than 25 W.'

• Do not connect the speaker output leads from a power amplifier (Optional) to the speaker input

terminals of this unit, for this may cause malfunction or damage. /

• Connect the power control lead to a power supply which can be turned ON/OFF by the ignition' key switch (ACC line).

With this connection, shock noise may be generated when the power of the genuine-accessory car stereo is switched ON/OFF.

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• Speakers wire connection (Stereo Connections)

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• Speaker Selection

• The rated input power of the speakers that are going to be connected should be greater than the maximum output power (in Watts) of the amplifier. Use of speakers having input power ratings that are less than the output power of the amplifier wilt cause smoke to be emitted as well as damage.

• The impedance of the speakers that are going to be connected should be 20 or greater (for stereo connections), or 40 or greater (for bridged connections). When more than one set of speakers are going to be used, calculate the combined impedance of the speakers and then connect suitable speakers to the amplifier.

Examples:

Model

Stereo Connections (40)

KAC-728S

KAC-628/608S

KAC-428S

70 W or greater

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200W: (40) :

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Maximum output of Combined

the amplifier impedance

100W: (an) ':

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40

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Rated input power and impedance of the speakers

Connection

• Power wire connection I .A.WARNING I

To prevent fire caused by a short in the wiring, connect a fusible link or breaker nearby the battery's positive terminal.

••••• Lead terminal

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Battery wire

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Ground wire

(Commercially available parts)

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Protective

Fuse

Lead terminal

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Power terminal

Connect to their respective terminals the power control wire, power supply wire, and ground wire, all of which pass through the associated terminal cover. Once the connections are complete, place the cover on the terminal section.

Wiring

• If a buzzing noise is heard from the speakers when the engine is running, connect a line noise filter (optional) to each of the battery wire.

• Do not allow the cord to directly contact the edge of the iron plate by using Grommets;

• Connect the ground wire to a metal part of the car chassis that acts as an electrical groundpassing electricity to the battery's negative e terminal. Do not turn the power on if the ground wire is not connected.

• Be sure to attach a protective fuse into the battery wire close to the battery. Use a protective fuse having a capacity that is about 10 A higher than the maximum current drawn by the amplifier.

• Use vehicle-type (fire-resistant) power supply wiring wire for the battery wire and the ground wire .:

The current capacity of the power supply wiring wire should be about 10 A higher than that of the protective fuse capacity (which means about 20 A higher than the maximum current drawn by the amplifier).

• When more than one power amplifier are going to be used, use a power supply wiring wire and protective fuse of greater current-handling capacity than the total maximum current drawn by each amplifier.

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Example: One Power Amplifier Is Used

KAC-728S·

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Wire (AWG)

KAC-B28/608S

KAC-428S

Installation

Self-tapping screw (04 x 16 mm)

• Since the power amplifier has no parts which require operation, it can be installed at a position

away from the driver's seat without any hindrances. .

As generally accepted positions for its installation, places such as inside the trunk. etc. can be considered.

• Use the extension cables. (Optional.)

Type Length O.5m 1m 2m 4m 5m 6m
RCA cable CA-2SL·· CA-12SL CA-22SL -- . CA-52SL -
RCA cable (07mm) CA-3WL CA-13WL CA-23WL - CA-53WL --
RCA cable (012mm) CA-5W CA-15W CA-25W CA-45W -- CA-65W .CAUTION

• Do not install the unit under the carpet. Otherwise heat build-up occurs and the unit may be damaged.

• Install this unit in a location which allows heat to easily dissipate.

Once installed, do not place any object on top of the unit.

• The surface temperature of the amplifier will become hot during use. Install the amplifier in a place where people, resins, and other substances that are sensitive to heat will not come into contact with it.

• When making a hole under a seat, inside the trunk, or somewhere else in the vehicle, check that there is nothing hazardous on the opposite side such as a gasoline tank, brake pipe, or wiring harness, and be careful not to cause scratches or other damage.

• Do not install near the dashboard, rear tray, or air bag safety parts.

• The installation to the vehicle should securely fasten the unit to a place in which it will not obstruct driving. If the unit comes off due to a shock and hits a person or safety part, it may cause injury or an accident.

• After installing the unit, check to make sure that electrical equipment such as the brake tamps, turn signal lamps and windshield wipers operate normally.

System examples

• Full-range 2-channel system

KAC-728S/6OBS/4285

AU"ER OPERATION

OFF LPF STER.§Q, ~

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KAt;-628

AL TEA OPERATION

OFF L.A

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Left speaker Right speaker

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Switch setting

• High-power lull-range 2-channel system

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FILTER OPERATION

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KAC-628

FILTER OPERATION

OFF L+R

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Right speaker (Bridged)

Left speaker (Bridged)

Switch setting

• Full-range 2-chann.1 + Subwooler system

KAC-7285/6085/4285

ALTER OPERATION

OFF LPF STERSO UONO/l.d\I

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KAC-628

ALTER OPEAATION

OFF L+R

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Left speaker Right speaker

CENTER UNIT

Subwoofer (L + R) (Bridged)

• Tri-mode

KAC-728S16085/4285

FILTER OPERATION

OFF lPF STEREO UONOIl.d\I

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KAC-628

ALTER OPEAATION

OFF L+R

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Switch setting

Subwoofer (L + R) (Bridged)

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pass

CENTER UNIT

Switch se~ng

.Principle of Tri-mode

Method of frequency band division using a coil and capacitor···in Cllse of 6dB/oct. slope

Frequency

Coil (Ll: Passes low frequencies and blocks high

. frequencies. (Low pass)

Capacitor (C): Passes high frequencies and blocks low frequencies. (High pass)

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L= 159 x R (mH) fc

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fc=eut of Frequency (Hz) R=Speaker Impedance (0)

• Example:

When it ;s required to set a crossover frequency of 120 Hz using speakers with an . impedance of 4 ohms.

Prepare commercially-available coil and capacitor with the closest ratings to the results calculated from the formula above. The capacitor rating should be as close as possible to 331.25 (IJF) and the coil rating should be as close as possible to 5.3 (mH).

ACAUTION I

• If you wish to bridge-connect a speaker, the speaker impedance must be no less than 4 ohms.

Connecting a speaker with an impedance lower than 4 ohms may damage the unit ..

• Be sure to connect capacitors to speakers to which high frequencies will be passed. Failure to . do so will result in a drop of the combined impedance with the subwoofer.

• Ensure that the withstand voltage and current ratings of the capacitors (e) and coils (L) are sufficient.

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Troubleshooting Guide

What might appear to be a maHunction in your unit may just be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring. Before calling service, first check the following table for possible problems.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLunON '.

No sound.

(No sound from one side.)

-Input (or output) cables are disconnected.

- Protection circuit may be activated.

- The fuse may be blown because the volume was too high.

• Connect the input (or output) cables.

- Check connections by referring to 'Protection function".

- Replace the fuse with a new fuse and use a lower volume.

The output level is too small (or too large).

The input sensitivity adjusting control is not set to the correct position.

Adjust the control correctly referring to "Controls".

The sound quality is bad. (The sound is distorted.'

• The speakers wire are connected with wrong <±> / e polarity.

- A speaker wire is pinched by a screw in the car body.

- The switches may be set improperly.

• Connect them properly checking the <±> / e of the terminals and

. wiresweU.

• Connect the speaker wire again so that it is not pinched by anything.

• Set switches properly by referring to 'System examples'.

Specifications

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Audio Section KAC-72BS

Max Power Output (4 il)

Normal."." " 200 W x 2

Bridge ;"""" 600 W x 1

Rated Power Output (4 .Q)

Normal (20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) 100 W x 2

Bridge (1 kHz, 0.8 % THO) 300 W x 1

Rated Power Output (2 .Q)

Normal (1 kHz, 0.8 % THO) 150 W x 2

Frequency Response (+0, -1 dB) 5 Hz - 50 kHz

Signal to Noise Ratio 100 dB

Sensitivity (MAX) (rated output) """ 0.2 V

Sensitivity (MIN) (rated output) 5.0 V

Input Impedance 10 kQ

Low Pass Filter (12 dB/oct.) 80 Hz

High Pass Filter (12 dB/oct.) ".................... _

General KAC-72BS

Operating Voltage (11 - 16 V allowable) 14.4 V

Current Consumption (1 kHz, 10% THO) "" 28 A

Dimensions (W x H x D)[mm] 220x56.1 x300

[inch] 8- 11/16x2-3J16x11-13/16

Weight. " 3.6 kg (7.9 Ibs)

KAC-628/60BS KAC·4288
100Wx2 70Wx2
300 Wx 1 200Wx 1
50Wx2 35Wx2
150 W x 1 100 W x 1
75Wx2 50Wx2
10 Hz - 45 kHz 5 Hz - 50 kHz
100 dB 100dB
0.15 V 0.2 V
4.0V 5.0V·
10 kO 10 kn
80 Hz 80 Hz
150 Hz
(KAC-628 only)
KAC·62B/608S KAC-42BS
14.4 V 14.4 V
19 A 16A
220x56.1 x228 220x55x160
8- 11/16x2·3/16x9 &t1J16x2-3/1~6
2.7 kg (5.9 Ibs) 1 .8 kg (3.9 Ibs)
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