JL Audio CF-690-RTG Custom Fit Series 6"x9" 75W RMS (150W Peak Power Handling) 4 Ohms, 2-Way Car Component System for Select Ram, Toyota, Chevy, and GM Models
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What's Inside?
- • (2) woofers
- • (2) mid-tweeters
- • (4) OEM woofer adapter rings
- • (2) OEM mid-tweeter adapter rings
- • (2) crossovers
- • (20) 1" mounting screws
- • (4) 5/8” mounting screws
- • (2) 0.250” female crimpable connectors
- • (4) 0.187” female crimpable connectors
- • (2) 0.110" female crimpable connectors
- • (2) woofer foam gaskets
- • (4) splice connectors
- • Owner's Manual
Why Choose JL Audio CF-690-RTG Component Systems?
CF Series High-Fidelity Car Speakers
The CF Series speakers are engineered for peak performance, using specialized cone and surround materials to deliver maximum efficiency and crystal-clear high-frequency response. With DMA-optimized motor and suspension technology, they provide outstanding linearity, low distortion, and superior power handling for true high-fidelity sound. Built with durable polymer frames and easy drop-in installation, these midtweeters combine advanced design and reliability for the ultimate car audio upgrade.
Factory-Fit Power Speakers
The JL Audio CF Series makes upgrading your factory system simple with a true two-way crossover for seamless integration or active system flexibility. Designed to fit directly into Ram, Toyota, and GM vehicles, the 6x9" woofer and 2.75" midtweeter ensure a perfect OEM replacement. Built to handle 50–150 watts per channel, these speakers deliver powerful, high-quality sound that transforms your driving experience.
Precision Fit, Seamless Integration
CF midtweeters feature durable glass-filled polymer frames, insert-molded terminals, and thoughtfully engineered designs for easy drop-in installation. True two-way crossovers provide onboard woofer low-pass and in-line midtweeter high-pass filters for simple integration with factory audio wiring, while both filters can be bypassed for active system setups. Each CF component system includes a 6"×9" woofer and a 2.75" midtweeter for direct installation in a variety of Ram, Toyota, and GM vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why do these custom-fit 6x9 woofers hit the inside window glass when rolled down in my Ram truck?
The CF-690-RTG woofers have a deep 2.85-inch mounting depth. You must use the specific vehicle-matching OEM adapter spacers included in the box to lift the speaker forward and clear the window track assembly.
- • Why do the 2.75-inch dash mid-tweeters sound overwhelmingly loud and screechy compared to the door woofers?
This is a common issue with highly sensitive dash-mounted speakers bouncing sound off the windshield. Open the plastic shell of the supplied inline crossover and move the adjustment pin from "REF" down to the "-3 dB" attenuation slot.
- • Why are my 2.75-inch mid-tweeters completely silent even though the 6x9 door woofers are playing fine?
This is a wiring sequence error. The 6x9 woofer features an onboard low-pass filter, but the dash speaker requires the separate inline high-pass crossover network. If you bypass this inline module, the speaker receives no high-frequency signal.
- • Why is the mid-bass response weak, hollow, and thin after dropping these into my factory Toyota door mount?
This is caused by an out-of-phase wiring error or a bad seal. Ensure the positive and negative terminals are not inverted on one side of the vehicle. Also, make sure to apply the included foam gaskets to completely seal air leaks.
- • Can I bypass the included inline crossovers and run the CF-690-RTG actively with a DSP?
Yes, absolutely. The woofers and mid-tweeters are individual drivers built for flexible system design. You can completely remove the passive inline networks and configure your active digital crossovers via an external DSP.
- • Why does my music distort and cut out at high volume when running these directly off my factory GM head unit?
The CF-690-RTG has a low 86 dB sensitivity and needs real power to move its heavy motor structure. Factory radios produce minimal wattage and clip early. You must add an aftermarket amplifier supplying 50W to 150W RMS per channel.
- • Why won't my factory door grille snap back on after mounting the 6x9 woofers?
The woofer cone or surround is likely protruding too far forward. This happens if you stack too many spacer rings or use the incorrect OEM adapter layout. Re-verify the vehicle-specific installation guide to use the exact single ring meant for your vehicle model.
- • Why am I hearing a physical buzzing or rattling noise from my dashboard at low frequencies?
The 2.75-inch mid-tweeter can play down into the midrange frequencies, causing thin plastic factory dash grilles to vibrate. Apply thin automotive foam tape around the lip of the dashboard speaker opening to absorb the physical vibrations.
- • I lost the small metal jumper pins for the inline crossover casing. Where can I buy replacements?
You do not need specialized parts. These are standard 2.54mm pitch computer motherboard jumpers. You can buy them cheaply at any electronics hardware store or use a small piece of copper wire to permanently bridge the contacts.
- Diameter : 2.75/6x9 Inch
- Sensitivity : 84.8 dB
- Frequency Response : 36-610 Hz
- Peak Power Handling : 150 Watts
- Woofer Composition : Polypropylene
- RMS Power Handling : 75 Watts
Features:
- Engineered for Performance: To deliver the best efficiency and extended high-frequency response, each driver in the CF series features a unique cone and surround material combination.
- DMA-Optimized Speakers: The proprietary motor, suspension, and cone design with a flat spider ensures low distortion, excellent linearity, and superior power handling for high-fidelity sound at all levels.
- Advanced Frame Design: All CF midtweeters are built with durable glass-filled polymer frames, insert-molded terminals, and unique designs for easy drop-in installation, reflecting years of design expertise.
- True Two-Way Crossover: Get simple integration into factory audio system wiring with onboard woofer low-pass filters and in-line midtweeter high-pass filters. Both can be bypassed for active systems.
- Made to Fit: JL Audio CF component systems include a 6-by-9-inch woofer and a 2.75-inch midtweeter to provide easy, direct installation in a variety of Ram, Toyota and GM vehicles.
- Ready for Real Power: CF speaker systems deliver superb sound when powered by an amplifier in the 50–150 watts-per-channel range.
Specifications:
- Speaker Size: 6x9
- Driver Design: 2-way
- Tweeter Type: 2.75" dome
- Impedance: 4 Ω
- Frequency Response: 36 Hz – 19 kHz
- Power Handling: 75 W RMS / 75 W Peak (per midtweeter)
- Sensitivity: 86 dB
- Woofer Mounting Depth: 2.85"
- Midrange Mounting Depth: 1.45"
- Grilles Included: Midtweeter mesh
- Cone Material: Mineral-filled polypropylene
- Connections: Spade connectors
- UPC: 699440990653
- Weight: 5
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Warranty: 2 Year(s) Warranty.
This item is accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. If it is found to be defective, it may be returned to OnlineCarstereo.com for repair within 1 year from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
