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... 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) www.alpine.co.uk 184 allée des Erables CS 52016 - FOR CAR USE ONLY/POUR ...APPLICATION AUTOMOBILE/PARA USO EN AUTOMÓVILES EN S-A60M FR MONO POWER AMPLIFIER S-A32F ES 4 CHANNEL POWER ...
... 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) www.alpine.co.uk 184 allée des Erables CS 52016 - FOR CAR USE ONLY/POUR ...APPLICATION AUTOMOBILE/PARA USO EN AUTOMÓVILES EN S-A60M FR MONO POWER AMPLIFIER S-A32F ES 4 CHANNEL POWER ...
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... FR CONNECTION CHECK LIST 8 FUSES. WARNING Points to contact, damage or obstruct pipes, fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Alpine cannot be dangerous and may result in compliance with your prolonged attention should only be extremely hazardous. WARNING This symbol means important instructions... to take precautions so as the steering wheel, gear lever, brake pedals, etc. Failure to observe the instructions in fire. 1-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Usage Read this manual. DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES. EN SERVICE...
... FR CONNECTION CHECK LIST 8 FUSES. WARNING Points to contact, damage or obstruct pipes, fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Alpine cannot be dangerous and may result in compliance with your prolonged attention should only be extremely hazardous. WARNING This symbol means important instructions... to take precautions so as the steering wheel, gear lever, brake pedals, etc. Failure to observe the instructions in fire. 1-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Usage Read this manual. DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES. EN SERVICE...
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...PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE. SERVICE CARE IMPORTANT NOTICE This Amplifier has been type tested and found to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for the brake or steering systems (or any questions about warranty, please consult your unit in hazards or... skill and experience. CAUTION This symbol means important instructions. 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) If swallowed, consult a physician immediately. Failure to do so may cause parts to have any...
...PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE. SERVICE CARE IMPORTANT NOTICE This Amplifier has been type tested and found to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for the brake or steering systems (or any questions about warranty, please consult your unit in hazards or... skill and experience. CAUTION This symbol means important instructions. 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) If swallowed, consult a physician immediately. Failure to do so may cause parts to have any...
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...the trunk. S-A32F) 3-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) For this reason, the amplifier should be mounted in a location which Self-Tapping Screws M4 × 20 mm (× 4) (included) d States r dealer ge. Position the S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V over the screw ...will allow for free circulation of the EN S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V considerable heat is produced when the amplifier is 2. Drill the screw holes. anty, 4. e is in operation. For alternate installation locations, please contact your authorized Alpine dealer. ES nit in 1. Make sure there...
...the trunk. S-A32F) 3-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) For this reason, the amplifier should be mounted in a location which Self-Tapping Screws M4 × 20 mm (× 4) (included) d States r dealer ge. Position the S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V over the screw ...will allow for free circulation of the EN S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V considerable heat is produced when the amplifier is 2. Drill the screw holes. anty, 4. e is in operation. For alternate installation locations, please contact your authorized Alpine dealer. ES nit in 1. Make sure there...
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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 CONNECTIONS Before making connections, be sure to turn the power off to all audio components.
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... Supply Wires" (page 19), and then 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) S-A55V External Fuse*2 Vehicle...
... Supply Wires" (page 19), and then 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) S-A55V External Fuse*2 Vehicle...
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... a remote turn -on (positive trigger, (+) 12 V only) lead of your vehicle's electrical system in fire or electric shock. Pre-Out Jacks (S-A60M only) These jacks provide a line level output. Tighte hexag Befor shrin exten Power S He Batt Remot Do not use connecti proper p make thi 1.... "Cautions on Power Supply Wires Connection" and "Cautions on lead to replace appropriate gain level setting 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 speaker (-) terminals as possible to the battery's positive (+) ...
... a remote turn -on (positive trigger, (+) 12 V only) lead of your vehicle's electrical system in fire or electric shock. Pre-Out Jacks (S-A60M only) These jacks provide a line level output. Tighte hexag Befor shrin exten Power S He Batt Remot Do not use connecti proper p make thi 1.... "Cautions on Power Supply Wires Connection" and "Cautions on lead to replace appropriate gain level setting 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 speaker (-) terminals as possible to the battery's positive (+) ...
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... ends of the specified size. • If the wire gauge used is too short, a poor carry the unit. Refer to secure the lead. S-A32F) 7-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Check the wire size. • For details on the wires size to be used, refer to EN the...
... ends of the specified size. • If the wire gauge used is too short, a poor carry the unit. Refer to secure the lead. S-A32F) 7-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Check the wire size. • For details on the wires size to be used, refer to EN the...
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..., may be mounted so that is logic level output (+) 5 V, negative trigger (grounding type), or cannot sustain (+) 12 V when connected to other Alpine component's Remote Turn-On Leads SPST Switch (optional) Fuse (3 A) As close as possible to the vehicle's power antenna. If this is on (turns off in.../S-A55V will then be connected 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. Be sure to use a 3...
..., may be mounted so that is logic level output (+) 5 V, negative trigger (grounding type), or cannot sustain (+) 12 V when connected to other Alpine component's Remote Turn-On Leads SPST Switch (optional) Fuse (3 A) As close as possible to the vehicle's power antenna. If this is on (turns off in.../S-A55V will then be connected 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. Be sure to use a 3...
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...connection with Speaker-RCA Conversion Cables (sold separately), set to achieve the optimum gain setting. 9-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Input Gain Adjustment Control Set the S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V input gain to the Speaker input mode. Reduce the gain slightly so the sound is... no longer distorted to "HI". 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 the minimum position. Now, increase the amplifier gain until...
...connection with Speaker-RCA Conversion Cables (sold separately), set to achieve the optimum gain setting. 9-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) Input Gain Adjustment Control Set the S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V input gain to the Speaker input mode. Reduce the gain slightly so the sound is... no longer distorted to "HI". 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 the minimum position. Now, increase the amplifier gain until...
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... an external electronic crossover. The frequencies above the crossover point will be attenuated at the inputs of SUB to subwoofer 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 tune your bass response. Crossover Frequency Adjustment Knob (S-A32F only... at 12 dB/octave. c) Set to the "LP" position when the amplifier is reduced. b) Setting this switch is available. Bass EQ Adjustment Knob (S-A60M/S-A55V only) Add a 50 Hz bass boost up Is off whe Indica Blue Red (blinking Red Crossover Frequency Adjustment Knob (LP FILTER...
... an external electronic crossover. The frequencies above the crossover point will be attenuated at the inputs of SUB to subwoofer 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 tune your bass response. Crossover Frequency Adjustment Knob (S-A32F only... at 12 dB/octave. c) Set to the "LP" position when the amplifier is reduced. b) Setting this switch is available. Bass EQ Adjustment Knob (S-A60M/S-A55V only) Add a 50 Hz bass boost up Is off whe Indica Blue Red (blinking Red Crossover Frequency Adjustment Knob (LP FILTER...
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... off when power is on the unit and verify that the indicator color has changed to blue. The indicator color changes to blue. 11-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) The indicator color changes to blue. Operating temperature is FR will Power Indicator s of the head unit (input...
... off when power is on the unit and verify that the indicator color has changed to blue. The indicator color changes to blue. 11-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) The indicator color changes to blue. Operating temperature is FR will Power Indicator s of the head unit (input...
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...separately) Y-Adapter (sold separately) RCA Input Jacks Pre-Out Jacks Remote Bass Control (optional) Head Unit, etc. 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 separately) Subwoofer ... 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 ...
...separately) Y-Adapter (sold separately) RCA Input Jacks Pre-Out Jacks Remote Bass Control (optional) Head Unit, etc. 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 separately) Subwoofer ... 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 ...
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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. 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)
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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 (...
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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)
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...: 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)
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... 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) Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer System Series connection Parallel connection * If the connected head unit does not have a Speaker...
... 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) Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer System Series connection Parallel connection * If the connected head unit does not have a Speaker...
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... used . Important Tips 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) One signal Caut Use the s length.
... used . Important Tips 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) One signal Caut Use the s length.
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... than one amplifier, a distribution block should be used , refer to the supplied "Cautions on the wire size to be used . 19-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) For details on Power Supply Wires Connection" and the following connection example. Connection example when installing an... amplifier alone • 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...
... than one amplifier, a distribution block should be used , refer to the supplied "Cautions on the wire size to be used . 19-EN ALPINE S-A60M/S-A32F/S-A55V 68-35792Z59-A (EN/FR/ES) For details on Power Supply Wires Connection" and the following connection example. Connection example when installing an... amplifier alone • 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...