STEEL HORSE AUDIO ST900 Platinum Speaker System Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- STEEL HORSE AUDIO
Table of Contents
STEEL HORSE AUDIO ST900 Platinum Speaker System
INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING STEEL HORSE AUDIO
Protect yourself and others from possible injury and property damage or loss.
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regarding the installation, use, and care of this product.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Notice: 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.
Warning: THE END USER’S SAFETY DEPENDS UPON PROPER INSTALLATION OF THIS
PRODUCT. IF A STEP IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT
WITHIN YOUR CAPABILITIES OR YOU DO NOT HAVE THE CORRECT TOOLS, HAVE YOUR
DEALER PERFORM THE PROCEDURE. IMPROPER
INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
ACCIDENTAL VEHICLE START-UP COULD CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY, REMOVE THE
MAIN FUSE BEFORE PROCEEDING
Thank you for purchasing this Steel Horse Audio ST900 Motorcycle Speaker System with Bluetooth or playback from any audio device with a headphone jack including iPhone® and Android® smartphones. This easy to install and use, all in one unit is capable of transforming any music into an all in one motorcycle audio experience. Designed to mount on any motorcycle handle bars with a 1″ or 1-1/4” diameter (other sizes available upon request for 7/8″, 1-1/8″ and 1-1/2″). Congratulations and enjoy the ultimate audio experience!
FEATURES
AMPLIFIER/CONTROLLER SPECS:
- Bluetooth® and a 3.5mm (Headphone) AUX-IN connection
- Easy to install with simple wiring to speakers and power
- Waterproof handlebar mount controller with Bluetooth® control
- 1″ and 1-1/4″ p-clamp mount for controller
- Includes all wiring and installation accessories
4″ KICKER SPEAKER SPECS:
- Steel housings with triple plate chrome or satin black finish
- Measures 4.75″ Diameter by 3″ depth mounting size for easy mounting, even behind a windshield
- Includes two pair of bar mount brackets: 1” and 1-1/4” (1-1/2″ available upon request)
- Over 900 Watts Peak Power (typically more than 1000 watts tested total) | ~20 amp power draw
INSTALLATION
STEP 1
The Steel Horse Audio ST900 Platinum Edition Motorcycle Speaker System can be
used with any 12-volt battery and can be mounted to a variety of bars using
the included hardware. Mount the speakers where they have sufficient
clearance, position the speakers so they are directly facing the rider.
MOUNT BRACKETS TO HANDLEBAR FIRST, THEN INSTALL SPEAKERS
Determine the diameter of the handlebar and use either the 1” Bracket or the
1-1/4” Bracket
Note: If you have a different diameter handlebar *7/8″, 1-1/8″ or 1-1/2″)
you can request that bracket separately and we will ship them free of charge
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STEP 2 Install brackets where speakers do not obstruct the riders view (such as the handlebars, engine guards or highway/crash bars). Use allen screws that are included on the bracket. The clamps themselves will tighten to the bar when the speakers are installed
STEP 3 Once brackets are installed, add the speakers:
A) Remove the nut and lock washer only and feed the speaker wire through the
bracket hole and attach each speaker to the bracket. Put the lock washer and
nut back on through the wire and tighten speaker to clamp. (Flat washer and
lock washer go on the bottom). Do not over-tighten!
STEP 4 Adjust the speakers so they are directed at the rider’s head. To adjust, just slightly loosen the nut on the speaker stem and move the speaker up or down to align. Make sure all screws are securely fastened and tightened.
STEP 5 Route speaker wires through the bike’s frame to where the
amplifier will be installed and proceed to the next steps in amplifier and
power connection.
Notice: SECURE THE WIRING AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS, PINCH POINTS, OR
EXTREME HEAT. STEEL HORSE AUDIO WILL NOT PROVIDE WARRANTY COVERAGE ON ANY
ELECTRICAL COMPONENT THAT FAILS DUE TO PINCHED, CRIMPED, BROKEN, ABRADED,
MELTED, OR FRAYED WIRES.
AMPLIFIER & POWER CONNECTION
AMPLIFIER MOUNTING
Find a place to mount the amplifier away from direct exposure to the elements such as a tool compartment, under the seat, fork bag, saddlebag, swing arm bag, windshield bag, etc. Most places will be fine, but try to avoid areas that could cause extreme overheating (such as tight places wrapped in foam or cotton). The amp can get some moisture but is not waterproof!Note: Keep the included fuse off the fuse holder until all wiring connections have been made and secured.
AMPLIFIER POWER CONNECTION
- STEP 1 Pull out the power block plug from the amp to begin power wire connection. Then, take the thick black wire included with the amp and attach it to (G)round on the power block, then run the other end to the negative (-) battery terminal (or to the vehicle’s chassis where paint has been removed).
- STEP 2 Take the longer red power wire included with the amp and attach it to (B+) positive on the power block, then connect the other end to positive (+) battery terminal.
- STEP 3 Take the blue remote-on wire and run it to where the Bluetooth® Receiver + Controller will be mounted. (If you will NOT be using the Bluetooth/Controller, then connect this to a switched power source (headlight, tallight, etc) instead.
Notice: If these blue, black & red wires are not connected, system will NOT work.
Speaker to Amplifier connection
Connect the speaker wires to the corresponding wires on the amplifier as follows:
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STEP 1
LEFT SPEAKER (-): Connect the SQUARED wire w/ WHITE LETTERING to the WHITE/BLACK wire from the amp (L-) -
STEP 2
Connect the solid black wire( +) from the LEFT SPEAKER (+): Connect the ROUNDED wire to the WHITE wire from the amplifier (Lleft speaker to the white wire from the amp.+) -
STEP 3
Connect the stripped blackblack wire with dash wire(- ) from the right speakeRIGHT SPEAKER (-): Connect the SQUARED wire w/ WHITE LETTERING to the GREY/BLACK wire from the amp (R-)r to the gray/whiteGray/Black (-) (+) wire from the amp. -
STEP 4
Connect the solid black wire( +) from the RIGHT SPEAKER (+): Connect the ROUNDED wire to the GREY wire from the amplifier (R+) right speaker to the gray wire from the amp.
Notice: To use AUX-IN Only (No Bluetooth/No Controller): Connect RCA end to amplifier RCA inputs & other end to headphone port of your audio device/mobile and skip to final steps. Note: with this type of connection, the audio source will control the volume of the system.
To use BLUETOOTH (and the handlebar controller) you must complete these steps:
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STEP 1 Connect the Red wire power wire from the MTX controller wire harness to the positive terminal on the battery. The Black wire is a ground wire and needs to be attached to the negative terminal on the battery (or a place on the frame where paint is removed).
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STEP 2 Extend and connect the Blue 12V output wire from the Bluetooth Audio Controller to the Blue wire from the Rockford amplifier (that you ran earlier). This will allow the Bluetooth Audio Controller to turn on and off the system (plus it has an auto-off after 5 minutes of no source connection to prevent battery drain!).
Note: The blue wire on the Bluetooth Audio Controller should not be connected to any positive or negative 12V source. This wire needs to connect to the blue remote wire from the amplifier ONLY. Do not connect it to the main power of any device.
Use the included 3.5mm to RCA cable and connect directly to the 3.5mm female connector on the Bluetooth Audio Controller. Route and secure the wiring away from any moving parts,
Notice: Connect the other end (RCA) to the FRONT (Input) side of the amplifier RCA Harness. -
STEP 3 Use the included 3.5mm to RCA cable and connect directly to the 3.5mm female connector on the Bluetooth Audio Controller. Route and secure the wiring away from any moving parts,
Connect the other end (RCA) to the FRONT (Input) side of the amplifier RCA Harness.
IMPORTANT FINAL STEPS
!!! IMPORTANT !!!
- When First Listening to your system, you will need to adjust the GAIN on the amplifier to your preferred level. We recommend between 9 and 11. Also check the volume levels and EQ on your audio device. This step can make a huge difference in sound quality and volume output level.
- Always select 2 Channel (2CH.) on this amplifier – this is for the INPUT and input will always be 2 channel regardless of how many speakers you use
- Also, ALWAYS be sure to set the crossover switch to HP or AP ONLY on the amp (Test them both to get the sound that is best for you)
REMOTE OPERATION
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Play/Pause- The Play/Pause button gives you the ability to play or to pause the current track with a single press. Holding the Play/Power button for 2 seconds will turn the unit On if currently Off or Off if currently powered On. The unit will beep to indicate when power is turned Off.
Note:- The unit will stay on indefinitely as long as a Bluetooth device is actively paired to the MUDBTRC.
- The unit will turn Off after 5 minutes when there is no active Bluetooth device connection.
- The Play/Pause button will illuminate when the unit is powered On.
- The Play/Pause button will blink when the music track is paused.
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Track Forward and Track Back- The unit will switch audio tracks being played by pressing the track forward and track back buttons. Pressing and holding these buttons for 2 seconds will fast forward or rewind the audio track that is being played.
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Volume Up and Volume Down- These buttons will turn up or turn down the output of the Bluetooth unit so any external connected amplifier output will go up or down accordingly. When the unit has reached the minimum or maximum output level, the unit will beep to indicate that no further adjustment is possible.
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Bluetooth Auto-Pair Mode
- Turn the unit On.
- Search for MTX REMOTE from your device’s Bluetooth menu
- Select Pair.
FCC STATEMENT
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.
5-YEAR WARRANTY
Steel Horse Audio warrants that any Steel Horse Audio products sold hereunder,
shall be free of defects in materials & workmanship for a period of five
(5) years from the date of purchase by the consumer excepting the following
provisions:
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Steel Horse Audio shall have no obligation in the event the customer is unable to provide a receipt showing the date the customer purchased the
product(s). -
The product must be properly installed, maintained & operated under normal conditions.
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Steel Horse Audio shall not be liable for any consequential & incidental damages, including labor & paint, resulting from failure of a Steel Horse
Audio product, failure to deliver, delay in delivery, delivery in nonconforming condition, or for any breach of contract or duty between Steel Horse Audio & a customer. -
Steel Horse Audio products are often intended for use in specific applications. Steel Horse Audio makes no warranty if used in applications other than
intended. -
Steel Horse Audio speaker systems are warranted for five (5) years from the date of purchase by the consumer.
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All warranty claims must be directed to the place of purchase. Merchandise sold through internet auction sites or any other unauthorized reseller shall not carry a Steel Horse Audio warranty. If unsure, please contact the place of purchase to verify they are an authorized Steel Horse Audio reseller.
RETURN POLICY
Merchandise may be returned up to 60 days from the date of purchase. Returns
must be processed through original seller. Returned merchandise for any other
reason other than warranty claims must be in like new condition & subject to a
20% restocking fee. All returns are subject to inspection for determination of
full or partial credit. Any returned part that shows evidence of being used or
installed contrary to manufacturer’s instructions, &/or subjected to improper
handling, packaging or return shipping by the customer, will not be eligible
for exchange, refund or warranty consideration. All returned electrical items
will be inspected & tested. If electrical item is deemed functional, no credit
will be issued & item will be returned. All sales are final on discontinued or
closeout merchandise.
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