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PWD-X5 Advanced 8" Powered Subwoofer with Built-in 4 Channel DSP Amplifier Owner's Manual
PWD-X5 Advanced 8" Powered Subwoofer with Built-in 4 Channel DSP Amplifier Owner's Manual
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Table of Contents Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING 3 CAUTION 3 PRECAUTIONS 3 Getting Started How To Read This Manual 4 Function List 4 Accessory List 4 Mobile Phone App Mobile Phone App Instructions 5 Home Screen 5 Adjust the Volume 5 Switch Input Source 5 Preset (Save and Recall 5 App Sync 6 Professional User Interface 6 Change Output Channel 6 Set Equalizer 6 Reset / Restore Equalizer 7 Output Level, Phase and Mute 7 Set Crossover (XOver 7 Channel Linking 7 Time Correction 8 Balance/Fader 8 Software for PC Software Instructions 9 PC Software System Requirements...
Table of Contents Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING 3 CAUTION 3 PRECAUTIONS 3 Getting Started How To Read This Manual 4 Function List 4 Accessory List 4 Mobile Phone App Mobile Phone App Instructions 5 Home Screen 5 Adjust the Volume 5 Switch Input Source 5 Preset (Save and Recall 5 App Sync 6 Professional User Interface 6 Change Output Channel 6 Set Equalizer 6 Reset / Restore Equalizer 7 Output Level, Phase and Mute 7 Set Crossover (XOver 7 Channel Linking 7 Time Correction 8 Balance/Fader 8 Software for PC Software Instructions 9 PC Software System Requirements...
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... have problems, do so may result in an accident. INSTALLATION LOCATION Make sure PWD-X5 will not be dangerous and may result in a safe location before turning your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for servicing. KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING. USE...
... have problems, do so may result in an accident. INSTALLATION LOCATION Make sure PWD-X5 will not be dangerous and may result in a safe location before turning your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for servicing. KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING. USE...
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..., Software for PC > Wired Controller. Accessory List Mounting plate (4pcs) Mounting plate (4pcs) USB extension cable (1 pc) Power Cable (1 pc) Remote Commander (1 pc) USB Bluetooth (1 pcs) Amplifier screws (4pcs) 4 These three control methods are listed as follows: Function List Item Page Phone App PC Basic Operation Channel Operation Switch Input Source Adjust Volume Presets Pro Mode Switch Output Channel Set Equalizer Set Crossover Time Correction Balance and Fader 5 10 5 11 5 11 6 - 6 11 6 11 7 11 8 11 8 11 Note: Priority: Music Play: Bluetooth...
..., Software for PC > Wired Controller. Accessory List Mounting plate (4pcs) Mounting plate (4pcs) USB extension cable (1 pc) Power Cable (1 pc) Remote Commander (1 pc) USB Bluetooth (1 pcs) Amplifier screws (4pcs) 4 These three control methods are listed as follows: Function List Item Page Phone App PC Basic Operation Channel Operation Switch Input Source Adjust Volume Presets Pro Mode Switch Output Channel Set Equalizer Set Crossover Time Correction Balance and Fader 5 10 5 11 5 11 6 - 6 11 6 11 7 11 8 11 8 11 Note: Priority: Music Play: Bluetooth...
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... USB Bluetooth (pg17). 2. For iPhone users can search and download the PWD-X5 app from iPhone App Store. Adjust the Volume ●● Master volume, Subwoofer level, source select, mute button. 1. Turn On the PWD-X5 unit. 3. Select DSP-HD-XXXXX. 6. Mobile Phone App Mobile Phone App Instructions Android users can search and download PWD-X5 app from the Google Play store. Launch the Alpine PWD-X5 APP on the smartphone. 4. Switch Input Source 1. Home Screen Hi-Level, Aux, Bluetooth Preset (Save and Recall) Save to flexibly select the type of input source...
... USB Bluetooth (pg17). 2. For iPhone users can search and download the PWD-X5 app from iPhone App Store. Adjust the Volume ●● Master volume, Subwoofer level, source select, mute button. 1. Turn On the PWD-X5 unit. 3. Select DSP-HD-XXXXX. 6. Mobile Phone App Mobile Phone App Instructions Android users can search and download PWD-X5 app from the Google Play store. Launch the Alpine PWD-X5 APP on the smartphone. 4. Switch Input Source 1. Home Screen Hi-Level, Aux, Bluetooth Preset (Save and Recall) Save to flexibly select the type of input source...
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...: Restore to change DSP functions. Mobile Phone App App Sync 1. User Password: 8888 2. Change Output Channel 1. Press the values to play music and set data. If you are a general user, click [ ] to enter [Share Sound Effects] [About] or [Exit]. ●● Share Sound Effects: Share your existing sound effects with the slider. 6 Set Equalizer 1. If you are a professional user, click [ ] to enter [Share Sound Effects] [Save Sound Effects] [Local Sound Effects] [Recovery...
...: Restore to change DSP functions. Mobile Phone App App Sync 1. User Password: 8888 2. Change Output Channel 1. Press the values to play music and set data. If you are a general user, click [ ] to enter [Share Sound Effects] [About] or [Exit]. ●● Share Sound Effects: Share your existing sound effects with the slider. 6 Set Equalizer 1. If you are a professional user, click [ ] to enter [Share Sound Effects] [Save Sound Effects] [Local Sound Effects] [Recovery...
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.... 2. Select the link button to change the HPF/LPF crossover frequency. Select a slope (ch1-4 6/12db/oct, ch 5 6/12/18/24 db/oct) Channel Linking 1. Select XOver from . Press the speaker to adjust the output level. 2. to MUTE the channel. 3. Output Level, Phase and Mute 1. Mobile Phone App Reset / Restore Equalizer 1. Click [Reset EQ] to reset all EQ parameters to /from the settings menu. 7 Select which...
.... 2. Select the link button to change the HPF/LPF crossover frequency. Select a slope (ch1-4 6/12db/oct, ch 5 6/12/18/24 db/oct) Channel Linking 1. Select XOver from . Press the speaker to adjust the output level. 2. to MUTE the channel. 3. Output Level, Phase and Mute 1. Mobile Phone App Reset / Restore Equalizer 1. Click [Reset EQ] to reset all EQ parameters to /from the settings menu. 7 Select which...
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Mobile Phone App Time Correction 1. Use the +/- buttons to change the value. Balance/Fader 1. Select unit of measure (ms, inch, cm). 4. Select Delay. 2. Press the dot and slide to change the balance and fader. 8 Select Delay. 3.
Mobile Phone App Time Correction 1. Use the +/- buttons to change the value. Balance/Fader 1. Select unit of measure (ms, inch, cm). 4. Select Delay. 2. Press the dot and slide to change the balance and fader. 8 Select Delay. 3.
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.... Note: The functions of app are the same as software. PC Software System Requirements ● Software is installed, tune PWD-X5 machine via the PC. Recommended Specifications Operating System: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10. Hard Disk: 512MB or more space. Software for PC Software Instructions Download PWD-X5 software for mobile devices. So, please refer to the instructions for software for PC from Alpine Electronics website. Memory Card: 1GB...
.... Note: The functions of app are the same as software. PC Software System Requirements ● Software is installed, tune PWD-X5 machine via the PC. Recommended Specifications Operating System: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10. Hard Disk: 512MB or more space. Software for PC Software Instructions Download PWD-X5 software for mobile devices. So, please refer to the instructions for software for PC from Alpine Electronics website. Memory Card: 1GB...
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Press Connect. 3. Mine, Save, Open 1. Click [About] to perform new updates provided by Alpine Electronics. Switch between Chinese and English. 10 Select [Upgrade] to view the device version. 2. Select Mine to show language and input mode. 4. Connect the USB and launch program. 2. Software for PC PC Interface PC Connection 1.
Press Connect. 3. Mine, Save, Open 1. Click [About] to perform new updates provided by Alpine Electronics. Switch between Chinese and English. 10 Select [Upgrade] to view the device version. 2. Select Mine to show language and input mode. 4. Connect the USB and launch program. 2. Software for PC PC Interface PC Connection 1.
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Click [Save] to drag the desired balance and fader position. 3. A window will popup where you can adjust the units, and value per channel. Call and store preset sound effect. Set Output Channel EQ 1. Select Balance to set 15 preset sound effects. Select Delay. 2. Adjust the Master Volume 1. Adjust the master volume. Select the channel to adjust by clicking on the EQ graph to reveal the EQ menu. 11 Click on the speaker. 2. Software for PC Time Correction 1. Call and Store Preset 1. Adjust the output level of each channel, phase or mute channel. 2.
Click [Save] to drag the desired balance and fader position. 3. A window will popup where you can adjust the units, and value per channel. Call and store preset sound effect. Set Output Channel EQ 1. Select Balance to set 15 preset sound effects. Select Delay. 2. Adjust the Master Volume 1. Adjust the master volume. Select the channel to adjust by clicking on the EQ graph to reveal the EQ menu. 11 Click on the speaker. 2. Software for PC Time Correction 1. Call and Store Preset 1. Adjust the output level of each channel, phase or mute channel. 2.
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Adjust HPF/LPF and Slope (ch1-4 6/12db/oct, ch 5 6/12/18/24 db/oct) for PC 3. Software for the channel output signals. 12 Adjust EQ Gain, Frequency, Q factor by entering the desired values. 4.
Adjust HPF/LPF and Slope (ch1-4 6/12db/oct, ch 5 6/12/18/24 db/oct) for PC 3. Software for the channel output signals. 12 Adjust EQ Gain, Frequency, Q factor by entering the desired values. 4.
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... change subwoofer level. Note: The controller will not work if PC/BT is connected Switching Sources 1. Turn the knob to adjust the master volume, press the knob once to mute the output. 2. Selecting Preset 1. Select the preset and press once to PWD-X5 machine and power on properly. Wired Controller Remote Commander Operating Instructions Connect PWD-X5 wired controller to load. 13 Turn to select and press once to select preset. 2. Long press the knob (≥5S) to select. Adjusting Volume and Subwoofer...
... change subwoofer level. Note: The controller will not work if PC/BT is connected Switching Sources 1. Turn the knob to adjust the master volume, press the knob once to mute the output. 2. Selecting Preset 1. Select the preset and press once to PWD-X5 machine and power on properly. Wired Controller Remote Commander Operating Instructions Connect PWD-X5 wired controller to load. 13 Turn to select and press once to select preset. 2. Long press the knob (≥5S) to select. Adjusting Volume and Subwoofer...
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Connection Diagram Power Ground USB Bluetooth Remote Commander NOTE: ENSURE THE USB ADAPTER DOES NOT PINCH OR INTERFERE WITH ANY FACTORY PARTS 14
Connection Diagram Power Ground USB Bluetooth Remote Commander NOTE: ENSURE THE USB ADAPTER DOES NOT PINCH OR INTERFERE WITH ANY FACTORY PARTS 14
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... wired controller via USB3.0 cord and perform functions including switching sound source, data calling and adjusting master volume via USB3.0 cord. Start PWD-X5 software to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device must accept any interference, including interference that may not cause interference, and (2) this device. FR- This device complies with Part...
... wired controller via USB3.0 cord and perform functions including switching sound source, data calling and adjusting master volume via USB3.0 cord. Start PWD-X5 software to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device must accept any interference, including interference that may not cause interference, and (2) this device. FR- This device complies with Part...
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...) negative ground Options of activation Operating temperature Storage temperature Power source Activate REM input Net weight Dimensions Rated power: 25W*4+165W; ultra-low volume: 0~15 CH1~CH4 6dB/Oct~12dB/Oct CH5 6/12/18/24dB/Oct 0.404~28.85 0.000~5.4ms/0.000~187cm/0.000~74in The machine could save 15 presetting music scenarios. Technical Parameter 1. output power Signal-to-noise ratio Bass boost Frequency response Input impedance...
...) negative ground Options of activation Operating temperature Storage temperature Power source Activate REM input Net weight Dimensions Rated power: 25W*4+165W; ultra-low volume: 0~15 CH1~CH4 6dB/Oct~12dB/Oct CH5 6/12/18/24dB/Oct 0.404~28.85 0.000~5.4ms/0.000~187cm/0.000~74in The machine could save 15 presetting music scenarios. Technical Parameter 1. output power Signal-to-noise ratio Bass boost Frequency response Input impedance...