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brent50
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Hi guys not being electrically minded, and to save money Im gonna try and install my kenwood sub woofer, just a question can I install it by just connecting it via rca cables and of course negative and positive wires, my cd player is an Alpine CDA-9887R has 4 built in amps any help would be much appreciated cheers guys
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Badman gee
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Hello,

you need to check that your amp/unit has a sub output.

have you the user manual that shows your outputs?

have a look at this site.

http://www.fixya.com/support/alpine

ps some subs are active (powered) and some passive (non powered)

this can make a difference.

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brent50
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  Z3 roadster 2.0
Location: Leeds

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this is aProduct MPN
MPNCDA-9886
Key Features
Anti-Theft ProtectionDetachable Face Panel
Player Type CD
MP3 / WMA Playback MP3 Playback
Controlled Devices CD Changer
Amplifier / Speakers
Built-In Amplifier RMS Power4 x 18 Watts RMS
Built-In Power Amplifier Yes
Built-In Amplifier Power 4 x 50 Watt
Radio
Tuner Type FM / AM
FM Presets 12
AM Presets 6
Dimensions
Depth6.25 in
Height2 in
Width7 in
this is all i can find is the info of any use? the sub i have is an active one
im sure on the back of the alpine there is multiple rca plugs i intend to have a look/go this weekend thanks
brent50
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http://www.alpine.pt/fileadmin/user_upl ... 80R_EN.pdf
Hi found this for mine looks like it may be ok what do you think?
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Badman gee
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Post by Badman gee »

Hello, there are two ports for a sub left and right channel.

Pm me sat if you need assistance.
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brent50
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cheers

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thanks i will and many thanks for taking the time :P
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Badman gee
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No probs :D
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Badman gee wrote:No probes :D
The may be children reading this! :shock:

Cheers R.
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