KENWOOD XM69R 2-Way Location-Specific Speakers Instruction Manual

KENWOOD XM69R 2-Way Location-Specific Speakers

Product Information

• Product Name: XM69R
• Manufacturer: JVCKENWOOD Corporation
• Impedance: 2 ohm
• Compatible with: KENWOOD CA-CUT14 (for 2014-Current Bikes) and KENWOOD CA-LID98 (for 1998-2013 Bikes)
• Warranty: One (1) year from the date of original purchase

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions
Before using the speaker, please read and observe the following safety precautions:

• Do not wire the XM69R speakers directly to the built-in power of a non-2 ohm stable radio. Use an amplifier to power the speakers for optimal performance and to prevent damage.
• Exercise caution when packing your saddlebags as the speaker’s magnets are powerful. Avoid packing metal objects that may end up stuck to the magnets.

Installation Instructions

Section 1 – Installation Instructions to KENWOOD CA-CUT14 for 2014-Current Bikes
The CA-CUT14 (sold separately) allows you to install the XM69R speakers into select hard saddlebag lids without a pre-existing speaker option. Please refer to the CA-CUT14 instruction manual for detailed installation instructions.

Section 2 – Installation Instructions to KENWOOD CA-LID98 Lids for 1998-2013 Bikes
Please follow the instructions below for installing the XM69R speakers to KENWOOD CA-LID98 lids:

1. Refer to Figure 1.1 for visual guidance.
2. Locate the soft black silicone gaskets included in the kit. These gaskets go between the speakers and the lids.
3. One side of the gasket has a groove on the inside, and the other side has a groove on the outside.
4. The side of the gasket with the groove on the outside should mate to the lip around the speaker.
5. With the gasket in place, secure the speaker to the lids you are using.

Section 3 – Installation Instructions for another brand of 6 x 9 lids
If you are using aftermarket saddlebag speaker lids that fit a common-sized 6 x 9 speaker, follow these instructions:

1. Locate the bag for the 14+ RM lids.
2. Use the included soft black silicone gaskets as described in Section 2.
3. Secure the speaker to the lids.

Warranty Information

This product is covered by a one (1) year warranty from the date of original purchase. The warranty is valid only in the U.S.A. For warranty support, refer to the warranty card and contact KENWOOD dealer for further assistance.

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 XM69R Serial number
US Residents Only

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Register your KENWOOD product at https://registerkenwood.us.jvckenwood.com/

Safety Precaution

CAUTION
To avoid the risk of human injur y or proper ty damage, be sure to read and observe the following safety precautions:

• Consult a professional technician for installing and connecting the speaker. — Incorrect installation may lead to traffic accidents or malfunctions.
• Avoid installation where the speaker in unstable. —Make sure that the speaker is stationary and does not rattle. Displacement of the speaker may cause injury.
• Do not modify the speaker. — Doing so may result in smoke or fire.
• Keep the volume of sound at an optimum level. — Not being able to hear sounds from your surroundings can lead to traffic accidents.
• In case of abnormality, stop the use and disconnect the speaker. — If operation is continued, smoke or fire may result. Disconnect the speaker and ask servicing.
• Always wear protective eyewear during installation.
• To prevent short-circuit, keep all wiring away from moving parts, sharp edges, cut metal, etc.
• When removing or installing the grille, be careful not to brush the unit with the edge of the grille.
• Do not switch ON power until wiring is completed.

FOR PROPER INSTALLATION AND USE
Please read the instructions carefully before using this speaker:

• Be careful not to accidentally kick or apply any sort of strong impact to the speaker.
• To prevent damaging the speaker, turn off the power of the amplifier before connecting it to the speaker.
• Do not use the provided parts for other purposes Otherwise malfunction or fire hazard could result.

NOTE
Observe the following cautions to prevent damage to the speakers:

• You cannot input the same power as “peak power” continually.
• When the volume is set too high, the sound may be distorted or abnormal. Reduce the volume promptly in case of such phenomena.

KENWOOD XM69R speakers will work best when powered by an amplifier. They have an impedance of 2 ohm and will cause damage if wired directly to the built-in power of a non-2 ohm stable radio.
The speaker’s magnets are POWERFUL! Credit cards and electronics can be sensitive to magnets, so please exercise caution in how you pack your saddlebags. Metal objects packed into your bags may end up stuck to the magnet, so please use caution when opening the lids.

Section 1 – Installation Instructions to KENWOOD CA-CUT14 for

2014-Current Bikes

Installation procedure
The CA-CUT14 (sold separately) enables you to install the XM69R speakers into select hard saddlebag lids without a pre-existing speaker option. Please reference the CA-CUT14 instruction manual for detailed installation instructions.

Section 2 – Installation Instructions to KENWOOD  CA-LID98 Lids for

1998-2013 Bikes

Note: This is written as if you already had the lids on and are simply changing the speakers.
With the speakers that were in the lids removed, locate the bag in the box for 98-13 “AA” lids. These are soft black silicone gaskets that go between the speakers and the lids and MUST be installed correctly to keep water out. One side of the gaskets has a groove on the inside, and the other side has a groove on the outside. On the underside of the lid, you will see a “lip” that goes around the speaker opening. The side of the gasket with the groove on the inside will “mate” to the lip around the speaker opening on the lid.

IMPORTANT: The gasket will come close to one of the 2 holes where screws go through to secure the grille as shown by the arrow in Fig 1.1 (below).
The gasket MUST be oriented so the “notch” in the silicone gasket goes around this screw boss.

On the speaker itself, you will see a “lip” that goes around the perimeter of the speaker’s steel frame. The side of the gasket with the groove on the outside will “mate” to the lip around the speaker. IMPORTANT: The “end” of the speaker with the small circuit board and speaker connectors must be placed so they are closest to the REAR of the lid. Take a moment to check that the gasket is sitting correctly on the lid and the speaker is sitting correctly on the gasket before securing the speaker to the lid using the silver Phillips pan head screws.

Section 3 – Installation Instructions for another brand of 6” x 9” lids

Most aftermarket saddlebag speaker lids fit a common-sized 6” x 9” speaker like the ones in this kit. Locate the bag for the 14+ “RM” lids. These are soft black silicone gaskets that go between the speakers and the lids. One side of the gaskets has a groove on the inside, and the other side has a groove on the outside. The side of the gasket with the groove on the outside will “mate” to the lip around the speaker. With the gasket in place, secure the speaker to the lids you are using.

KENWOOD LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty will be honored only in the U.S.A.

HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY
JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation (“KENWOOD”) warrants this product for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase.

WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Except as specified below, this warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in KENWOOD products.

The following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Any product which is not distributed in the USA by KENWOOD or which is not purchased in the USA from an authorized KENWOOD dealer or an automobile dealer, unless the product is purchased through the U.S.A. Military Exchange Service.
2. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
4. Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier).
5. Installation or removal of the product.
6. Accident, acts of nature, misuse, abuse, neglect, unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.
7. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by KENWOOD.
8. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.

WHO IS PROTECTED
This warranty is enforceable only by the original purchaser.

WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR
We will pay for all labor and material expenses for covered items. Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
If your KENWOOD product ever needs service:

1. Take or ship it to any KENWOOD Authorized Service Center in the USA along with a complete description of the problem. (if you are uncertain as to whether a Service Center is authorized, please call 1-800-KENWOOD (1-800-536-9663) for the nearest Service Center.
2. Although you must pay any shipping charges if it is necessary to ship the product for warranty service, we will pay the return shipping charges if the repairs are covered by the warranty within the United States.
3. Whenever your units are taken or sent for warranty service, you must include a copy of the original dated sales receipt as proof of warranty coverage.

LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LENGTH OF THIS WARRANTY.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
KENWOOD’S LIABILITY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT AT OUR OPTION. KENWOOD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

1. INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL CHARGES, DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN KENWOOD CAR STEREO COMPONENTS, DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT; OR
2. ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND/OR DO NOT THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem develops during or after the Limited Warranty Period, or if you have any questions regarding the operation of the product, you should contact your KENWOOD Authorized Dealer or Authorized Service Center. If the problem or your question is not handled to your satisfaction, please contact our Customer Relations Department at the address listed below:

KENWOOD USA CORPORATION
P.O Box 22745, 4001 Worsham Avenue, Long Beach CA 90808
Tel: 800-536-9663
www.us.jvckenwood.com

Important Notes
©2023 JVCKENWOOD Corporation. All Rights Reserved. KENWOOD® and eXcelon® are registered trademarks of JVCKENWOOD Corporation. Harley-Davidson®, Electra Glide®, Road Glide®, Street Glide®, Ultra Classic®, Tri Glide®, CVO™, Screamin Eagle® and Tour-Pak® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Harley- Davidson, Inc. and/or its affiliates and if used or implied are for reference only. There is no affiliation between Harley-Davidson, Inc. and/or its affiliates and JVCKENWOOD Corporation and/or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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