Owners Manual
Page 1
... de Gamarra 36, Pabellón, 32 01013 Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain Phone 945-283588 Designed by ALPINE Japan Printed in Korea 68-35792Z59-A (Y-A5) M3514659010 ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) 161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam Victoria 3803, Australia Phone 03-8787-1200 Ohmstra...
... de Gamarra 36, Pabellón, 32 01013 Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain Phone 945-283588 Designed by ALPINE Japan Printed in Korea 68-35792Z59-A (Y-A5) M3514659010 ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) 161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam Victoria 3803, Australia Phone 03-8787-1200 Ohmstra...
Owners Manual
Page 3
...Failure to a complete stop the vehicle in ACCESSORIES 3 fire, electric shock or other than its designed application may result in fire. 1-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Arrange wiring and cables in an accident. Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to ... 20 DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS. Failure to contact, damage or obstruct pipes, fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Alpine cannot be performed after coming to do so may result in compliance with your prolonged attention should only be responsible for installation, take such...
...Failure to a complete stop the vehicle in ACCESSORIES 3 fire, electric shock or other than its designed application may result in fire. 1-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Arrange wiring and cables in an accident. Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to ... 20 DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS. Failure to contact, damage or obstruct pipes, fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Alpine cannot be performed after coming to do so may result in compliance with your prolonged attention should only be responsible for installation, take such...
Owners Manual
Page 4
...8226; Self-Tap • Hexago INST Due to the wiring. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately. This will prevent crimping and damage to th S-A60M/ produced this product to prevent the wire's insulation from moving parts (like the seat rails) or sharp or pointed edges. SERVICE CARE IMPORTANT NOTICE ... OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. Positio screw screw SelfM4 × 2-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) DO NOT USE BOLTS OR NUTS IN THE BRAKE OR STEERING SYSTEMS TO MAKE GROUND CONNECTIONS.
...8226; Self-Tap • Hexago INST Due to the wiring. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately. This will prevent crimping and damage to th S-A60M/ produced this product to prevent the wire's insulation from moving parts (like the seat rails) or sharp or pointed edges. SERVICE CARE IMPORTANT NOTICE ... OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. Positio screw screw SelfM4 × 2-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) DO NOT USE BOLTS OR NUTS IN THE BRAKE OR STEERING SYSTEMS TO MAKE GROUND CONNECTIONS.
Owners Manual
Page 5
...1. e is in operation. Drill the screw holes. which will allow for free circulation of the EN S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V considerable heat is produced when the amplifier is 2. S-A32F) 3-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Using the amplifier as inside the trunk. Position the... S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V over the screw holes, and secure with four self-tapping screws. Make sure ...
...1. e is in operation. Drill the screw holes. which will allow for free circulation of the EN S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V considerable heat is produced when the amplifier is 2. S-A32F) 3-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Using the amplifier as inside the trunk. Position the... S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V over the screw holes, and secure with four self-tapping screws. Make sure ...
Owners Manual
Page 6
CONNECTIONS Before making connections, be sure to turn the power off to all audio components. S-A60M External Fuse*2 Vehicle's battery *1 *3, 4 Vehicle's chassis (Left Side) S-A32F (Right Side) External Fuse*2 Vehicle's battery *1 *3, 4 Vehicle's chassis 4-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) (Left Side) (Right Side) S-A55V *1 For det "Cautio *2 Be sure battery of the For det *3 Conne *4 To secu To preve • Locate • Keep th • Connec chassis. • If you a carries v • Your Al
CONNECTIONS Before making connections, be sure to turn the power off to all audio components. S-A60M External Fuse*2 Vehicle's battery *1 *3, 4 Vehicle's chassis (Left Side) S-A32F (Right Side) External Fuse*2 Vehicle's battery *1 *3, 4 Vehicle's chassis 4-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) (Left Side) (Right Side) S-A55V *1 For det "Cautio *2 Be sure battery of the For det *3 Conne *4 To secu To preve • Locate • Keep th • Connec chassis. • If you a carries v • Your Al
Owners Manual
Page 7
.... *4 To securely connect the ground lead, use an already installed screw. Your Alpine dealer carries various noise suppressors, contact them for further information. • Your Alpine dealer knows best about noise prevention measures so consult your dealer for further information. 5-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Fuse Block, Circuit Breaker...
.... *4 To securely connect the ground lead, use an already installed screw. Your Alpine dealer carries various noise suppressors, contact them for further information. • Your Alpine dealer knows best about noise prevention measures so consult your dealer for further information. 5-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Fuse Block, Circuit Breaker...
Owners Manual
Page 8
... true ground by the crossover. NOTE: • Do not connect the speaker (-) terminal to the other speakers in relation to the vehicle's chassis. Fuse S-A60M/S-A55V 30 A × 2 S-A32F 40 A USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES. See below for alternative method. • When connecting the ... on the chassis to prevent ground loops while keeping wire length as short as a common lead between the amplifier and head unit. 6-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Cautio When us wire), use the wire of the specified size. Ground all your vehicle's ...
... true ground by the crossover. NOTE: • Do not connect the speaker (-) terminal to the other speakers in relation to the vehicle's chassis. Fuse S-A60M/S-A55V 30 A × 2 S-A32F 40 A USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES. See below for alternative method. • When connecting the ... on the chassis to prevent ground loops while keeping wire length as short as a common lead between the amplifier and head unit. 6-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Cautio When us wire), use the wire of the specified size. Ground all your vehicle's ...
Owners Manual
Page 9
... (included) to the description below for the proper procedure. Before making this connection, consult your r arately). FR Speaker Output Terminals 2. connection may occur. 3. S-A32F) 7-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) , refer to ly Wires upply e of y) our head able, see eads of er-RCA u do not use the...
... (included) to the description below for the proper procedure. Before making this connection, consult your r arately). FR Speaker Output Terminals 2. connection may occur. 3. S-A32F) 7-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) , refer to ly Wires upply e of y) our head able, see eads of er-RCA u do not use the...
Owners Manual
Page 10
...possible to this is on (turns off when the vehicle is on lead. Make sure the switch is turned off in -line on the S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V turn -on or power antenna lead. If this ignition tap. If any of your head unit for the conditions listed below: Remote... SPST Switch (optional) Fuse (3 A) As close as possible to the vehicle's ignition tap Ignition Source Amplifier SWI • Before perpen S-A60M S-A32F S-A55V Speak Switch 8-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) The head unit's power antenna lead is accessible by the driver. CONNECTION CHECK LIST Please check...
...possible to this is on (turns off when the vehicle is on lead. Make sure the switch is turned off in -line on the S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V turn -on or power antenna lead. If this ignition tap. If any of your head unit for the conditions listed below: Remote... SPST Switch (optional) Fuse (3 A) As close as possible to the vehicle's ignition tap Ignition Source Amplifier SWI • Before perpen S-A60M S-A32F S-A55V Speak Switch 8-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) The head unit's power antenna lead is accessible by the driver. CONNECTION CHECK LIST Please check...
Owners Manual
Page 11
...the Speaker input mode. Then, reduce the volume 1 step (or until the output is no longer distorted). S-A60M ion tap EN FR ES S-A32F S-A55V Speaker Input Level Switch Switch according to "LO". b) When making ... with Speaker-RCA Conversion Cables (sold separately), set to the minimum position. Input Gain Adjustment Control Set the S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V input gain to "HI". Reduce the gain slightly so the sound is no longer distorted to the ... screwdriver, etc., perpendicularly to achieve the optimum gain setting. 9-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES)
...the Speaker input mode. Then, reduce the volume 1 step (or until the output is no longer distorted). S-A60M ion tap EN FR ES S-A32F S-A55V Speaker Input Level Switch Switch according to "LO". b) When making ... with Speaker-RCA Conversion Cables (sold separately), set to the minimum position. Input Gain Adjustment Control Set the S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V input gain to "HI". Reduce the gain slightly so the sound is no longer distorted to the ... screwdriver, etc., perpendicularly to achieve the optimum gain setting. 9-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES)
Owners Manual
Page 12
... Frequency Adjustment Knob (HP FILTER) (S-A55V only) Use this control to adjust the crossover frequency between 50 Hz to 400 Hz. Bass EQ Adjustment Knob (S-A60M/S-A55V only) Add a 50 Hz bass boost up Is off whe Indica Blue Red (blinking Red Input Channel Selector Switch (SUB) (S-A55V only) a) When this... the amplifier will be used to 400 Hz. b) Setting this switch to "SUB" will send the signal at the inputs of the S-A55V. 10-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) About Lights up to +12 dB to the speakers with no high or low frequency attenuation. c) Set to...
... Frequency Adjustment Knob (HP FILTER) (S-A55V only) Use this control to adjust the crossover frequency between 50 Hz to 400 Hz. Bass EQ Adjustment Knob (S-A60M/S-A55V only) Add a 50 Hz bass boost up Is off whe Indica Blue Red (blinking Red Input Channel Selector Switch (SUB) (S-A55V only) a) When this... the amplifier will be used to 400 Hz. b) Setting this switch to "SUB" will send the signal at the inputs of the S-A55V. 10-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) About Lights up to +12 dB to the speakers with no high or low frequency attenuation. c) Set to...
Owners Manual
Page 13
.... Amplifier circuit is on the unit and verify that the indicator color has changed to blue. Decrease the vehicle's interior temperature to blue. 11-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) The indicator color changes to a normal level. Decrease the vehicle's interior temperature to blue. ob (HP About Power...
.... Amplifier circuit is on the unit and verify that the indicator color has changed to blue. Decrease the vehicle's interior temperature to blue. 11-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) The indicator color changes to a normal level. Decrease the vehicle's interior temperature to blue. ob (HP About Power...
Owners Manual
Page 14
...Before making a connection, check the total number of impedance of the speaker connected to the Speaker Input Level System" (page 18). 12-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) For details on how to make a connection, see "About Connecting to the unit. If you...does not have a Speaker Output and RCA Extension Cable ( ) cannot be used, you have any questions, contact the nearest Alpine dealer. Basic Connection Diagram for S-A60M Speaker Output Terminals Fuse Power Supply Terminal Battery Lead (sold separately) Remote Turn-On Lead (sold separately) Ground Lead (sold ...
...Before making a connection, check the total number of impedance of the speaker connected to the Speaker Input Level System" (page 18). 12-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) For details on how to make a connection, see "About Connecting to the unit. If you...does not have a Speaker Output and RCA Extension Cable ( ) cannot be used, you have any questions, contact the nearest Alpine dealer. Basic Connection Diagram for S-A60M Speaker Output Terminals Fuse Power Supply Terminal Battery Lead (sold separately) Remote Turn-On Lead (sold separately) Ground Lead (sold ...
Owners Manual
Page 15
e unit. ES Remote Turn-On Lead Speaker Input Level Switch [LO] be used, a 13-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) If Multiple Mono Amplifier System Speaker Input Level Switch parately) Switch EN [LO] FR Head Unit, etc.
e unit. ES Remote Turn-On Lead Speaker Input Level Switch [LO] be used, a 13-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) If Multiple Mono Amplifier System Speaker Input Level Switch parately) Switch EN [LO] FR Head Unit, etc.
Owners Manual
Page 16
For details on how to make a connection, see "About Connecting to the Speaker Input Level System" (page 18). 14-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Front Output Rear Output Subwoofer Output Front Speakers Rear Speaker Subwoofer Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer RCA Extension Cable (...
For details on how to make a connection, see "About Connecting to the Speaker Input Level System" (page 18). 14-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Front Output Rear Output Subwoofer Output Front Speakers Rear Speaker Subwoofer Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer RCA Extension Cable (...
Owners Manual
Page 17
2 Speaker + Subwoofer System (Bridged Connections) Speaker Input Level Switch parately) Switch EN [LO] FR Remote Turn-On Lead ES Head Unit, etc. 2 Speaker System (Bridged Connections) Speaker Input Level Switch be used, a [LO] Remote Turn-On Lead Head Unit, etc. 15-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES)
2 Speaker + Subwoofer System (Bridged Connections) Speaker Input Level Switch parately) Switch EN [LO] FR Remote Turn-On Lead ES Head Unit, etc. 2 Speaker System (Bridged Connections) Speaker Input Level Switch be used, a [LO] Remote Turn-On Lead Head Unit, etc. 15-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES)
Owners Manual
Page 18
...: 4-Channel Input: 2-Channel Input: Input Channel [3/4] [1/2] Selector Switch (CH-3/4) Input Channel Selector Switch (SUB) [SUB] [1+2+3+4] 4 Spea * If the co you can connec 2 Spea 16-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES)
...: 4-Channel Input: 2-Channel Input: Input Channel [3/4] [1/2] Selector Switch (CH-3/4) Input Channel Selector Switch (SUB) [SUB] [1+2+3+4] 4 Spea * If the co you can connec 2 Spea 16-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES)
Owners Manual
Page 19
... Speaker Input Level System" (page 18). 2 Speaker + Subwoofer System (Bridged Connections) Speaker Input Level Switch [LO] Remote Turn-On Lead Head Unit, etc. 17-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) parately) : /2] 4 Speaker + Subwoofer System Speaker Input Level Switch EN [LO] FR Remote Turn-On Lead ES Head Unit...
... Speaker Input Level System" (page 18). 2 Speaker + Subwoofer System (Bridged Connections) Speaker Input Level Switch [LO] Remote Turn-On Lead Head Unit, etc. 17-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) parately) : /2] 4 Speaker + Subwoofer System Speaker Input Level Switch EN [LO] FR Remote Turn-On Lead ES Head Unit...
Owners Manual
Page 20
... not work depending on • When t Wire s • When t Wire s • Externa installe 60 A + Ampl (e.g. 6 Ampl (e.g. 6 Ampl (e.g. 4 NOTE: • If the le distribu 18-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) The Y-adapter is not required if a stereo/mono pair line output is used to the "REMOTE SENSING" function...
... not work depending on • When t Wire s • When t Wire s • Externa installe 60 A + Ampl (e.g. 6 Ampl (e.g. 6 Ampl (e.g. 4 NOTE: • If the le distribu 18-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) The Y-adapter is not required if a stereo/mono pair line output is used to the "REMOTE SENSING" function...
Owners Manual
Page 21
... when installing an amplifier alone • When the wire length from the distribution block to the vehicle's battery is 4 m Wire size used . 19-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) For details on the wire size to be used, refer to the supplied "Cautions on Power Supply Wires... 1 m Wire size used for (B): 8 AWG/8 mm2 • When the wire length from the amplifier to the vehicle's battery is 5 m Wire size used for (A): EN S-A60M/S-A55V: 4 AWG/21 mm2 S-A32F: 8 AWG/8 mm2 • External Fuse capacity: Make it equal to or larger than the fuse capacity of the amplifier...
... when installing an amplifier alone • When the wire length from the distribution block to the vehicle's battery is 4 m Wire size used . 19-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) For details on the wire size to be used, refer to the supplied "Cautions on Power Supply Wires... 1 m Wire size used for (B): 8 AWG/8 mm2 • When the wire length from the amplifier to the vehicle's battery is 5 m Wire size used for (A): EN S-A60M/S-A55V: 4 AWG/21 mm2 S-A32F: 8 AWG/8 mm2 • External Fuse capacity: Make it equal to or larger than the fuse capacity of the amplifier...