Trying to get Kicker CX600.1 amp to turn on

[audioGS300]

I have tested the remote wire, and the +12V wire (that runs to the battery), and both are showing up as having the correct voltage. One the amp, all that shows up is a constant red light, the green light does NOT turn on. Does the subwoofer have to be connected for the amp to turn on?

Specs:

Car: 1999 Lexus GS 300

Amp: Kicker CX600.1

Thanks for any help.

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[jowens500 10+ year member]

Red light is protection circuit is triggered.

 

[DoesDad 10+ year member]

Nope. The green power light should be even if nothing is connected. And are you sure the constant red light isn't the protect mode indicator? Is this a Craigslist find? If the guy is willing take it somewhere to get it bench tested. Audio shops usually do it for 5-10 bucks and it'll save you some headaches.

 

[fasfocus00 5,000+ posts]

those also have an auto sensing switch make sure it's turned off.

 

[audioGS300]

Red light is protection circuit is triggered.

Thanks for the response. Is there a way to turn off the protection circuit?

 

[audioGS300]

.....Is this a Craigslist find? If the guy is willing take it somewhere to get it bench tested. Audio shops usually do it for 5-10 bucks and it'll save you some headaches.

It's brand new from BestBuy. I have had the exact same problem with two identical amps.