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Hi All,

So the last time I did anything car audio was probably back in 2001, and had swapped the head unit out for an aftermarket which gave me all the outputs I needed for the system, prior to that I had a 1995 Ford Ranger that I used to compete with (had almost $15K in audio equipment) and did the install entirely myself, because again it was a non-factory head unit. So fast forward 30 years and everything has changed, and I have not kept up with anything in that world, so now I am well behind on it.

Here is my plan for what I am installing, and want to keep this as simple as possible. For reference I have also already installed the JBL Soundbar in place of the rear speakers and updated them with Forscan.

Rockford Fosgate Punch P1 P1-2X12 Dual 12" Loaded Subwoofer Box
RS2-500X1 mono amp.

Wiring- 4 gauge from amp to battery with 80amp fuse.

This is where I have some questions:
The amp also has high level inputs from the speaker wires as well as remote turn on from signal, so it doesn't appear that I need a line out converter.

Now when looking at the ForScan outputs for the rear speakers, only the drivers side has the sub low pass enabled (that is a full range output), on the amp there are left/right speaker inputs, but since only the driver rear output from the head unit is actually sending the signal that that subs will use, is it ok to wire both left and right input on the amp to the same output, or just use one input on it? Alternatively is there a way in ForScan to give a full pass to both rear speakers?

Any and all input is welcome--thanks in advance!
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Apologies I don't have helpful info for you, but may I ask how you like the JBL sound bar? My new '26 is also non-b&o and I am desperate to upgrade from factory so I'm looking at options.
 

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I would tie into front kick panel left and right.
 

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Apologies I don't have helpful info for you, but may I ask how you like the JBL sound bar? My new '26 is also non-b&o and I am desperate to upgrade from factory so I'm looking at options.
I will say it is "Ok" not amazing but it is an upgrade over the 2 pod speakers that are included. I only got it because I found it dirt dirt cheap ($170 new including shipping)> If I would have paid what Ford was asking for this installed as a dealer option I would say it falls far short of the price point they were asking. As everyone else says about them, it does block your rear view mirror but with a back up camera and side mirrors that's not a huge deal for me. Installation is pretty simple and the ForScan updates for it are pretty straight forward.

Bottom line on it, would I spend Ford installed money on it, nope, I would go with a set of pods with a decent speaker, would I buy it again for the price I paid for it and be happy? Yep
 
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I would tie into front kick panel left and right.
Are you saying that because there is no high pass filter on the front speakers? I'm not against using these but when I look at the ForScan, and look at the signal options that are going to each speaker, only the rear driver is receiving the sub bandwidth-
Speaker Configuration Settings - ACM 727-01-01
  • xxYx-xxxx-xxxx - Driver Front Kick Panel/Dash Speakers
    • 0 - Speaker
    • 1 - Tweeter
    • 2 - Speaker & Tweeter
    • 3 - No Speaker (ACM disable)
  • xxxY-xxxx-xxxx - Passenger Front Kick Panel/Dash Speakers
    • 3 - Speaker
    • 7 - Tweeter
    • B - Speaker & Tweeter
    • F - No Speaker
  • xxxx-Yxxx-xxxx - Passenger Rear Pod Speaker
    • 0 - Speaker
    • 1 - Tweeter
    • 2 - Speaker & Tweeter
    • 3 - No Speaker
  • xxxx-xYxx-xxxx - Driver Rear Pod Speaker & Subwoofer
    • 0 - Speaker
    • 2 - Speaker & Sub
    • 4 - Tweeter
    • 6 - Tweeter & Sub
    • 8 - Speaker & Tweeter
    • A - Speaker, Tweeter, & Sub
    • C - No speaker
    • E - Sub only
If the setting of "Speaker & Tweeter" is a full pass signal then it makes sense to use them.
Thanks for your input, I am trying to learn as much about the audio system before I tear into anything so I know what to expect.
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