XD700/5 Install Questions

[On3-K]

I have purchased a JL Audio XD700/5 and the FARK from ********, I have never installed an amp in a car before. Would this be the only thing I have to do, "run 4 AWG wire from the battery to the amp as well as the ground from the amp to chassis"? The FARK takes care of the rest right?

I am also looking at getting a sub for this amp, would the JL Audio 12"3v3-4 work with this amp.

Thoughts and suggestions are welcome.

[Firerader]

Install a large fuse or a circuit breaker between your battery and amp. Use good large wire everywhere and insure a good ground. Congratulations. I'm looking forward to this same mod.

[EDGE_]

This is almost the same build I have the only difference is I used a 12"3V3-2 as it was a better power match to the XD700/5. System sounds great.

[EDGE_]

In case you are interested, this is everything I used in my installation:

JL Audio XD700/5 Amplifier $383.95
JL Audio Amplifier Kit $60.95
FARK (********) $104.00
Amp mount bracket (********) $15.00
60A ANL Fuse $4.95
Fierce Audio Bass Blockers (not installed) $6.48
JL Audio 12" Subwoofer 12W3v3-2 $169.95
JL Audio Stealthbox $225.00
JL Audio Remote Level Control $29.00

[On3-K]

Originally Posted by Firerader

Install a large fuse or a circuit breaker between your battery and amp. Use good large wire everywhere and insure a good ground. Congratulations. I'm looking forward to this same mod.

This was what I was looking for, thanks for the reply.

[On3-K]

Originally Posted by EDGE_

In case you are interested, this is everything I used in my installation:

JL Audio XD700/5 Amplifier $383.95
JL Audio Amplifier Kit $60.95
FARK (********) $104.00
Amp mount bracket (********) $15.00
60A ANL Fuse $4.95
Fierce Audio Bass Blockers (not installed) $6.48
JL Audio 12" Subwoofer 12W3v3-2 $169.95
JL Audio Stealthbox $225.00
JL Audio Remote Level Control $29.00

Quick question, what does the amplifier kit do? I will look into the 12w3v3-2. Can not wait to get everything and install it.

[EDGE_]

Originally Posted by On3-K

Quick question, what does the amplifier kit do? I will look into the 12w3v3-2. Can not wait to get everything and install it.

It just contains all connection accessories like the cables, fuse holder etc. This is the one I purchased. You can get it cheaper if you buy the individual items but I was this was my first installation as well so I went the safe route.

[BigBlock69RS]

Originally Posted by EDGE_

In case you are interested, this is everything I used in my installation:

JL Audio XD700/5 Amplifier $383.95
JL Audio Amplifier Kit $60.95
FARK (********) $104.00
Amp mount bracket (********) $15.00
60A ANL Fuse $4.95
Fierce Audio Bass Blockers (not installed) $6.48
JL Audio 12" Subwoofer 12W3v3-2 $169.95
JL Audio Stealthbox $225.00
JL Audio Remote Level Control $29.00

Thinking about the same thing. No issues getting the xd700/5 to fit? How does it sound after? How did you wire up the remote level control?

Thanks!

[On3-K]

Originally Posted by EDGE_

In case you are interested, this is everything I used in my installation:

JL Audio XD700/5 Amplifier $383.95
JL Audio Amplifier Kit $60.95
FARK (********) $104.00
Amp mount bracket (********) $15.00
60A ANL Fuse $4.95
Fierce Audio Bass Blockers (not installed) $6.48
JL Audio 12" Subwoofer 12W3v3-2 $169.95
JL Audio Stealthbox $225.00
JL Audio Remote Level Control $29.00

Would it be possible to get a picture of your setup? That would help a lot!

[EDGE_]

Originally Posted by BigBlock69RS

Thinking about the same thing. No issues getting the xd700/5 to fit? How does it sound after? How did you wire up the remote level control?

Thanks!

No problem getting the Amp to fit. I used the Subthmp Amp Mount to simplify things but it is easy to create your own. System sounds great, I love it. Just give it a few days to break in. Remote level I installed on the overhead console and it works great there. I used this guide to route the cable. I have some installation pictures on my camera but I left it in the office. I get them for you tomorrow.

[Deke736]

Originally Posted by EDGE_

This is almost the same build I have the only difference is I used a 12"3V3-2 as it was a better power match to the XD700/5. System sounds great.

This post really helps me a lot. I just installed the XD700/5 last week. After amping the Boston Acoustic's with the JL amp, it really needs some more bass and I was debating on which sub to go with!

[On3-K]

Originally Posted by EDGE_

This is almost the same build I have the only difference is I used a 12"3V3-2 as it was a better power match to the XD700/5. System sounds great.

Originally Posted by Deke736

This post really helps me a lot. I just installed the XD700/5 last week. After amping the Boston Acoustic's with the JL amp, it really needs some more bass and I was debating on which sub to go with!

I did a little more research on the sub. Can you wire the 12"3v3-2 for 2 ohms using the XD700/5. The whole 2 ohm vs 4 ohm thing is confusing me. I am pretty close to pulling the trigger on this sub.

Also, what settings do you have the amp set to?

Thanks for your help!

[BigBlock69RS]

Originally Posted by EDGE_

No problem getting the Amp to fit. I used the Subthmp Amp Mount to simplify things but it is easy to create your own. System sounds great, I love it. Just give it a few days to break in. Remote level I installed on the overhead console and it works great there. I used this guide to route the cable. I have some installation pictures on my camera but I left it in the office. I get them for you tomorrow.

Thanks that is very helpful.

[EDGE_]

Originally Posted by On3-K

I did a little more research on the sub. Can you wire the 12W3v3-2 for 2 ohms using the XD700/5. The whole 2 ohm vs 4 ohm thing is confusing me. I am pretty close to pulling the trigger on this sub.

Also, what settings do you have the amp set to?

Thanks for your help!

The 2 ohm and 4 ohm thing is just a matter of looking at the specs and matching the amp to the subwoofer.

The specs for the 700/5 indicates:
5-Channel Class D System Amplifier, 75 W x 4 @ 4 Ω + 300 W x 1 @ 2 Ω.
This means that the Amp can supply 300W on the subwoofer channel to a 2ohm speaker. (@4Ω the Amp will supply 180W)

The 12W3v3 is available in two versions, a 2 ohm subwoofer (12W3v3-2) and a 4 ohm subwoofer (12W3v3-4). If you look up the specs on the 2 ohm subwoofer you will see that the optimal range is around 300 - 400W. This makes it a good match for the 700/5 amp.

The setting I have on my amp are:

Channel 1&2 - HP Filter 1X. Filter Freq - 80
Channel 3&4 - Filter Mode OFF
I can't remember what I finally set the subwoofer channel to but I think it was 12dB Filter Freq - 80

I have some pics from my build, if you PM me your email address I'll send them to you.