KURYAKYN 2720 Road Thunder Sound Bar Plus By Mtx Satin Black Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- KURYAKYN
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KURYAKYN 2720 Road Thunder Sound Bar Plus By Mtx Satin Black
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
- ROAD THUNDER SOUND BAR PLUS BY MTX, SATIN BLACK
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THE PRODUCT ITSELF OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH IT IS BEING ATTACHED.
ENSURE THAT THE FOLLOWING PARTS HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE KIT:
- Road Thunder Sound Bar Plus with Wire Harness
- Sound Bar Mounting Clamps 7/8” Clamps
- 1” Clamps
- 1-1/8” Clamps
- 1-1/4” Clamps
- 1-1/2” Clamps
- USB Rubber Plug Seal
- Transparent Film
- 1 Hardware Kit, containing:
- 2 M6-1.0 X 35MM Button Head Hex Screws 2 M6-1.0 Lock Nut w/Washers
- 2 M6-1.0 X 11MM Cap Screw Hex Drive
- 2 M6 Split Washers
- 2 M4-0.7 X 10MM Set Screws
- 1 2MM Allen Wrench
- 1 7.5 Amp Mini Fuse (Red Power Wire)
- 1 2 Amp Mini Fuse (Orange ACC/Key Wire) 1 T-Tap Quick Connect Female
- 4 Cable Ties
YOU WILL ALSO NEED: Metric Hex, Allen wrenches, pliers
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS UNIT NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
NOTICE:
THE EQUIPMENT COMPLIES WITH FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE LIMITS SET FORTH FOR AN
UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.
THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND OPERATED WITH A MINIMUM DISTANCE OF 20CM
BETWEEN THE RADIATOR AND YOUR BODY.
THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. ENSURE THE END-
USER RECEIVES THIS COPY AND IS AWARE OF ITS IMPORTANCE FOR FUTURE USE.
WHEN CONNECTING POWER AND GROUND WIRES ENSURE THAT THE RED POWER WIRE IS FUSED
AT THE POINT WHERE IT IS CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE’S BATTERY. FAILURE TO DO SO
CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE IF A SHORT CIRCUIT DEVELOPS BETWEEN THE
VEHICLE CONNECTION POINT AND THE PRODUCT.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ROAD THUNDER SOUND BAR PLUS BY MTX, SATIN BLACK -CONTINUED-
INTRODUCTION:
Thank you for purchasing this Kuryakyn Road Thunder Sound Bar Plus by MTX
that is designed to work with most Bluetooth-enabled devices including iPhone®
and Android® smartphones and tablets. This easy-to-install and use, all-in-one
unit is capable of transforming your Bluetooth-enabled mobile device into the
center of your vehicle’s audio system. It is designed to mount on a variety of
bars between 7⁄8” and 1-1⁄2”. Congratulations and enjoy the ultimate audio
experience!
FEATURES
- Two 2” x 3” full-range speakers and four 1” high-frequency tweeters
- All-weather construction for use in almost any environment
- Integrated Bluetooth receiver
- Auxiliary input for connecting devices via 3.5mm cable
- Auxiliary Output for connecting an external amplifier or additional soundbar via 3.5mm cable
- Universal mounting clamps fit bars between 7⁄8” and 1-1⁄2”
- Power, ground, ignition wire, and 12v trigger output included for easy installation
- Automated Bluetooth pairing via NFC
- 1.0 Amp USB charging port
INSTALLATION
The Road Thunder Sound Bar Plus can be used with any 12-volt battery and can
be mounted to a variety of bars using the included hardware. The unit has four
wires in its wiring pigtail. The red wire, hot, should be directly connected
to the vehicle’s positive battery terminal. The black wire, ground, should be
connected directly to the vehicle’s chassis where paint has been removed or
the negative terminal on the battery. Use the included T-Tap Quick Connect
Female connector and install it directly onto the ACC/Key ignition wire on the
motorcycle using a pair of pliers. Connect the Quick Connect Male connector,
located on the orange wire, and the T-Tap Quick Connect Female together. The
blue wire, optional output, can be used to turn on additional amplifiers.
The unit features fully adjustable clamps for mounting to bars between 7⁄8”
and 1-1⁄2”. The clamps can be used to mount to many
styles of handlebar and roll bar systems. The included brackets are versatile,
so mounting to angled bars is possible.
SCENARIO 1 – MOUNT CLAMPS TO HANDLEBAR FIRST, THEN INSTALL SOUNDBAR.
- Choose the correct size strap clamp for the handlebars.
- Note: placing the transparent film between the strap clamp and handlebar will reduce the possibility of scratching the handlebars during installation.
- Assemble mid-section to the bottom bracket using included 5mm Allen screw and 10mm hex nut.
- Ensure that the spacing between the brackets is between 3” and 6.75”.
- Slide the soundbar into the brackets from the left side, so the brackets can clear the buttons without damaging them.
- Rotate the soundbar so the speakers are directed at the rider’s head.
- Tighten the 5mm Allen screws to lock the soundbar in place.
- Tighten the 2mm set screws.
- Connect wires to power, ground, and ignition.
SCENARIO 2 – INSTALL SOUND BAR, THEN MOUNTS CLAMPS TO HANDLEBAR.
- Choose the correct size strap clamp for the handlebars.
- Note: Placing the transparent film between the strap clamp and handlebar will reduce the possibility of scratching the handlebars during installation.
- Slide the soundbar into the brackets from the left side, so the brackets can clear the buttons without damaging them.
- Ensure that the spacing between the brackets is between 3” and 6.75”.
- Assemble mid-section to the bottom bracket using included 5mm Allen Screw and 10mm Hex Nut.
- Rotate the soundbar so the speakers are directed at the rider’s head.
- Tighten the 5mm Allen Screws to lock the soundbar in place.
- Tighten the 2mm Set Screws.
- Connect wires to power, ground, and ignition.
ORIENTATION EXAMPLES
ELECTRICAL OPERATION
- STEP 1 Tap the Power button to turn the unit on. (Power, Ground, and Ignition wire need to be connected to a 12V power source.)
- STEP 2 Tap the Power button to switch modes between Bluetooth and AUX.
- STEP 3 Hold the Power button for 2 seconds to turn the unit Off.
- STEP 4 The integrated fuse and ring terminals allow for easy wire connection to a 12V power source.
- STEP 5 The remote turn-on (blue wire) only operates when the unit is powered on.
- Note: The indicator light will illuminate Blue when in Bluetooth mode and Green when in AUX mode.
OPERATION
FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO UTILIZE THE BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONALITY USING A BLUETOOTH
ENABLED DEVICE:
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STEP 1 Power the unit On by tapping the Power button
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STEP 2 Select Bluetooth by tapping the Power button until it blinks Blue.
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STEP 3 Select “MTX Sound Bar” from the menu on your Bluetooth-enabled device. The unit will power on in Bluetooth mode first when it is turned on by tapping. If the Ignition wire is disconnected, (the vehicle is turned off and then turned on) the unit will revert back to the previous Bluetooth or AUX setting.
STEP 4 Choose “Pair” when prompted. -
STEP 5 Once “Paired” the unit will be able to play audio from your Bluetooth device. The front panel control buttons will control the track forward/back and volume up/down in this mode. The Play/Pause button will mute the output and the LED indicator will blink Blue when in Mute mode.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO UTILIZE BLUETOOTH IN A NFC (NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION) ENABLED DEVICE
- STEP 1 Power the unit On by tapping the Power button once.
- STEP 2 Select Bluetooth by tapping the Power button until it blinks Blue.
- STEP 3 Tap the NFC enabled device on the (left) side of the enclosure (marked by NFC label).
- STEP 4 Choose “Pair” when prompted.
- STEP 5 Once “Paired” the unit will be able to play audio from your NFC device.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO UTILIZE AN AUXILIARY INPUT DEVICE:
- STEP 1 Power the unit On by tapping the Power button once.
- STEP 2 Select Auxiliary by tapping the Power button until it blinks Green.
- STEP 3 Connect an audio device to the AUX input using the “Green” 3.5mm input on the side of the unit. The LED will illuminate Green, and will blink Green when in mute mode.
The front panel control buttons will adjust the Volume up/down in this mode. The Play/Pause button will mute the audio output and the LED indicator will blink Green when in Mute mode.
USING THE AUXILIARY OUTPUT. OUTPUT MARKED ON (LEFT) SIDE OF ENCLOSURE.
- STEP 1 Auxiliary out is a variable output that allows connection to a secondary audio device, whether it is an external amplifier connected to speakers or subwoofer.
- STEP 2 The Road Thunder Sound Bar Plus can be used with a second Road Thunder Sound Bar Plus unit. For the best audio performance, the second unit connected via Auxiliary should have the volume set to the max.
- STEP 3 The blue wire on the wire harness can be used as a remote turn-on for the second audio device.
CONTROLLING THE VOLUME
The LED indicator light will blink in both Bluetooth and AUX modes at max
volume.
USB CHARGING PORT
- STEP 1 Place USB rubber plug seal onto desired USB cord.
- STEP 2 Plug USB cord into USB port located on the side of the Road Thunder Sound Bar Plus. This is a charging port only, it is NOT an audio input.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, this is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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