Alpine X-A70F Owner's Manual PDF

1 of 24
1 of 24

Summary of Content for Alpine X-A70F Owner's Manual PDF

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

EN

FR

ES

FOR CAR USE ONLY/POUR APPLICATION AUTOMOBILE/PARA USO EN AUTOMVILES

OWNERS MANUAL Please read before using this equipment.

MODE DEMPLOI Veuillez lire avant dutiliser cet appareil.

MANUAL DE OPERACIN Lalo antes de utilizar este equipo.

ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC. 1-7, Yukigaya-Otsukamachi, Ota-ku,

Tokyo 145-0067, JAPAN Phone: 03-5499-4531

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. 19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance,

California 90501, U.S.A. Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam

Victoria 3803, Australia Phone 03-8787-1200

ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH Wilhelm-Wagenfeld-Str. 1-3, 80807 Mnchen, Germany

Phone 089-32 42 640

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD. Alpine House

Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K. www.alpine.co.uk

ALPINE ELECTRONICS France S.A.R.L. 184 alle des Erables CS 52016 Villepinte

95 945 Roissy CDG cedex FRANCE

Phone : + 33(0)1 48 63 89 89

ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A. Viale Cristoforo Colombo, 8

20090 Trezzano sul Naviglio MI, Italy Phone +39 02 484781

ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAA, S.A. Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabelln, 32

01013 Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain Phone 945-283588

X-A90M MONO POWER AMPLIFIER

X-A70F 4 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER

X-A90V 4 CHANNEL + MONO POWER AMPLIFIER

JEIL Moon Hwa Co. 18-6, 3Ga, Pil_dong, Jung_gu, Seoul, Korea

Designed by ALPINE Japan Printed in Korea

68-33122Z89-A (Y-A5) M3514640010

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

1-EN

EN

FR

ES

English

CONTENTS WARNING................................................................................1 SERVICE CARE .......................................................................2 ACCESSORIES ........................................................................2 INSTALLATION .......................................................................3 REMOVING THE TOP COVER .............................................3 ATTACHING THE TERMINAL COVERS AND

LOGO PLATE .......................................................................4 CONNECTIONS .....................................................................5 CONNECTION CHECK LIST ................................................8 SWITCH SETTINGS ...............................................................9 SYSTEM DIAGRAMS ......................................................... 12 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................ 20

WARNING

Points to Observe for Safe Usage

Read this manual carefully before using the system components. They contain instructions on how to use this product in a safe and effective manner. Alpine cannot be responsible for problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions in this manual.

WARNING This symbol means important instructions.

Failure to heed them can result in serious

injury or death.

DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE. Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to a complete stop. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before performing these functions. Failure to do so may result in an accident.

KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING. Excessive volume levels that obscure sounds such as emergency vehicle sirens or road warning signals (train crossings, etc.) can be dangerous and may result in an accident. LISTENING AT LOUD VOLUME LEVELS IN A CAR MAY ALSO CAUSE HEARING DAMAGE.

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER. Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.

USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS. Use for other than its designed application may result in fire, electric shock or other injury.

USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS. Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result in fire.

MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS. Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or product damage.

USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND. (Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do so may result in fire, etc.

BEFORE WIRING, DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due to electrical shorts.

DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED IN SURROUNDING OBJECTS. Arrange wiring and cables in compliance with the manual to prevent obstructions when driving. Cables or wiring that obstruct or hang up on places such as the steering wheel, gear lever, brake pedals, etc. can be extremely hazardous.

DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES. Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other equipment. Doing so will exceed the current carrying capacity of the wire and result in fire or electric shock.

DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES. When drilling holes in the chassis for installation, take precautions so as not to contact, damage or obstruct pipes, fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Failure to take such precautions may result in fire.

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

2-EN

INST Due to th X-A70F/X when the the amp which wi inside th please co Mount t Termina

1. Using screw

2. Make surfac drillin

3. Drill t 4. Positio

screw screw

Holes

DO NOT USE BOLTS OR NUTS IN THE BRAKE OR STEERING SYSTEMS TO MAKE GROUND CONNECTIONS. Bolts or nuts used for the brake or steering systems (or any other safety-related system), or tanks should NEVER be used for installations or ground connections. Using such parts could disable control of the vehicle and cause fire etc.

KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately.

CAUTION This symbol means important instructions.

Failure to heed them can result in injury or

property damages.

HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for repairing.

HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS. The wiring and installation of this unit requires special technical skill and experience. To ensure safety, always contact the dealer where you purchased this product to have the work done.

USE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL THEM SECURELY. Be sure to use only the specified accessory parts. Use of other than designated parts may damage this unit internally or may not securely install the unit in place. This may cause parts to become loose resulting in hazards or product failure.

ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE. Route the cables and wiring away from moving parts (like the seat rails) or sharp or pointed edges. This will prevent crimping and damage to the wiring. If wiring passes through a hole in metal, use a rubber grommet to prevent the wires insulation from being cut by the metal edge of the hole.

DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE OR DUST. Avoid installing the unit in locations with high incidence of moisture or dust. Moisture or dust that penetrates into this unit may result in product failure.

SERVICE CARE IMPORTANT NOTICE

This Amplifier has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules. This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy, and it must be installed and used properly in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

SERIAL NUMBER: INSTALLATION DATE: INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN: PLACE OF PURCHASE:

IMPORTANT Please record the serial number of your unit in the space provided here and keep it as a permanent record. The serial number plate is located on the rear of the unit.

For European Customers Should you have any questions about warranty, please consult your store of purchase.

For Customers in other Countries

IMPORTANT NOTICE Customers who purchase the product with which this notice is packaged, and who make this purchase in countries other than the United States of America and Canada, please contact your dealer for information regarding warranty coverage.

ACCESSORIES Self-Tapping Screw (M4 20) ......................................4 Terminal Cover (F)/(L)/(R) ......................................1 SET Battery Connector ...........................................................1 Speaker Connector

X-A90M .............................................................................1 X-A70F ..............................................................................2 X-A90V ..............................................................................3

Hexagon Wrench (Large)/(Small) .......................1 SET Logo Plate ...........................................................................1

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

3-EN

EN

FR

ES

INSTALLATION Due to the high power output of the X-A90M/ X-A70F/X-A90V considerable heat is produced when the amplifier is in operation. For this reason, the amplifier should be mounted in a location which will allow for free circulation of air, such as inside the trunk. For alternate installation locations, please contact your authorized Alpine dealer. Mount the amplifier before installing the Terminal Cover (F)/(L)/(R).

1. Using the amplifier as a template, mark the four screw locations.

2. Make sure there are no objects behind the surface that may become damaged during drilling.

3. Drill the screw holes. 4. Position the X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V over the

screw holes, and secure with four self-tapping screws.

Self-Tapping Screws M4 20 (Included)

Holes

(e.g. X-A90V)

REMOVING THE TOP COVER

When performing the Switch Setting, you must remove the Top Cover. Remove the Top Cover before installing or after

removing the Terminal Cover (F). For details on how to remove the Terminal Cover (F), see ATTACHING THE TERMINAL COVERS AND LOGO PLATE (page 4).

1. Remove the hexagon screws using the supplied Hexagon Wrench (Small).

Top Cover

Hexagon Screws

(e.g. X-A90V)

2. Slide the Top Cover, and lift it to remove. Be sure not to damage the indicator area.

(e.g. X-A90V)

und to ing s in

pment y, and it ordance

nit in

e is

anty,

which

d States r dealer

ge.

..............4

......1 SET

..............1

..............1

..............2

..............3

......1 SET

..............1

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

4-EN

CON Before m

*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

ATTACHING THE TERMINAL COVERS AND LOGO PLATE

Attach the terminal covers (included) after connections and confirmation of correct operation. Attaching the terminal covers will improve the appearance of the unit. How to attach the terminal covers: 1. Attach the Terminal Cover (L)/(R) based on the

guide hole of the amplifier. 2. Attach the Terminal Cover (F) based on the

guide hole of the amplifier. Push in until the hook is securely engaged.

Terminal Cover (L)

Terminal Cover (R)

Terminal Cover (F)

Guide Hole

(e.g. X-A90V)

3. Peel the backing paper from the Logo Plate, then attach it to this unit in your desired direction.

Logo plate

Backing Paper

(e.g. X-A90V)

CAUTION Do not lift or carry the unit by the attached terminal covers. The terminal cover may detach causing the unit to fall resulting in personal injury or damage to the unit or the vehicle.

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

5-EN

EN

FR

ES

CONNECTIONS Before making connections, be sure to turn the power off to all audio components.

Vehicles battery

Vehicles chassis

External Fuse*2

*3, 4

*1

*1 For details on the wires size to be used, refer to the supplied Cautions on Power Supply Wires Connection and Cautions on Power Supply Wires (page 19), and then use the wire of the specified size.

*2 Be sure to add an External Fuse (e.g. Fuse Block, Circuit Breaker) with the battery lead as close as possible to the batterys positive (+) terminal. Add an external fuse with the same capacity, or a slightly larger capacity, as the sum total of the fuse capacities of the amplifier. For details on the fuse capacity of this machine, see Battery Lead ( ) (page 6).

*3 Connect all equipment to the same ground point while keeping wire length as short as possible. *4 To securely connect the ground lead, use an already installed screw.

To prevent external noise from entering the audio system Locate the unit and route the leads at least 10 cm (4) away from the vehicles harness. Keep the battery power leads as far away from other leads as possible. Connect the ground lead securely to a bare metal spot (remove any paint or grease if necessary) of the vehicles

chassis. If you add an optional noise suppressor, connect it as far away from the unit as possible. 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.

ed

unit to o the

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

6-EN

About S (X-A90M The inp Reversi

and ne be desi bass pe

About B In the br the posit negative Do not u lead betw NOTE: Do not

vehicle Cautions When us wire), use connecti proper p make thi

1. Check For d

the Con Wire the

If th dea

2. Remo leads

Tw

NOTES: If lengt

connec or soun

On the electric

Power Supply Terminal

Fuse X-A90M/X-A90V ................................................30 A x 3 X-A70F ..................................................................35 A x 2 USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

Speaker Input Level Switch Switch according to the Speaker input mode.

a) When making a speaker input connection with RCA Extension Cables (sold separately), set to LO.

b) When making a speaker input connection with Speaker-RCA Conversion Cables (sold separately), set to HI.

RCA Input Jacks Connect these jacks to the line out leads on your head unit using RCA extension cables or Speaker-RCA Conversion cable (sold separately). Be sure to observe correct channel connections; Left to Left and Right to Right.

Pre-Out Jacks (X-A90M only) These jacks provide a line level output. This is an ideal output for driving a second subwoofer amp. This output is full-range, and is not affected by the crossover.

Remote Bass Control (Optional) Connect the Remote Bass Control Unit RUX-KNOB or RUX-KNOB.2 (sold separately) to adjust the output level remotely. This is not to replace appropriate gain level setting between the amplifier and head unit. X-A70F supports RUX-KNOB.2 only.

Speaker Output Terminals

Battery Connector Make the Battery, Remote Turn-on and Ground lead connections (as shown) to the Battery Connector. Insert Plug to Terminal . For details on how to connect, see Cautions

on wire lead connections (page 7).

Battery Lead (Sold Separately) Be sure to add an External Fuse (e.g. Fuse Block, Circuit Breaker) with the battery lead as close as possible to the batterys positive (+) terminal. This fuse will protect your vehicles electrical system in case of a short circuit. See below for appropriate fuse value requirement: X-A90M/X-A90V .......................................90 amp fuse X-A70F .........................................................70 amp fuse For details on the wires size to be used, refer to

the supplied Cautions on Power Supply Wires Connection and Cautions on Power Supply Wires (page 19), and then use the wire of the specified size.

Remote Turn-On Lead (Sold Separately) Connect this lead to the remote turn-on (positive trigger, (+) 12 V only) lead of your head unit. If a remote turn-on lead is not available, see CONNECTION CHECK LIST section on page 8 for alternative method. When connecting the speaker output leads of

the head unit to this unit with a Speaker-RCA Conversion cable (sold separately), you do not need to connect the remote turn-on lead, owing to the REMOTE SENSING function of this unit. However, the REMOTE SENSING function may not work depending on the signal source connected. In such a case, connect the remote turn-on lead to an incoming power supply cord (accessory power) in the ACC position.

Ground Lead (Sold Separately) Connect this lead securely to a clean, bare metal spot on the vehicles chassis. Verify this point to be a true ground by checking for continuity between that point and the negative () terminal of the vehicles battery. Ground all your audio components to the same point on the chassis to prevent ground loops while keeping wire length as short as possible. For details on the wires size to be used, refer to

the supplied Cautions on Power Supply Wires Connection and Cautions on Power Supply Wires (page 19), and then use the wire of the specified size.

Speaker Connector Make the Speaker Output Lead (+)/(-) connections to the Speaker Connector. Insert Plug to Terminal . For details on how to connect, see Cautions

on wire lead connections (page 7). Be sure to observe correct speaker output connections and polarity in relation to the other speakers in the system. Connect the positive output to the positive speaker terminal and the negative to negative.

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

7-EN

EN

FR

ES

About Subwoofer Input/Output Terminals (X-A90M/X-A90V only) The input is stereo but the output is monaural. Reversing subwoofer polarity (swapping positive

and negative connections to the subwoofer) may be desirable in some installations for optimum bass performance.

About Bridged Connections In the bridged mode, connect the left positive to the positive terminal of the speaker and the right negative to the negative terminal of the speaker. Do not use the speaker () terminals as a common lead between the left and right channels. NOTE: Do not connect the speaker () terminal to the

vehicles chassis. Cautions on wire lead connections When using third-party wire cables (power supply wire), use the supplied screws to simplify the connection. Refer to the description below for the proper procedure. If you are in doubt about how to make this connection, consult your dealer.

1. Check the wire size. For details on the wires size to be used, refer to

the supplied Cautions on Power Supply Wires Connection and Cautions on Power Supply Wires (page 19), and then use the wire of the specified size.

If the wire gauge used is unknown, ask your dealer.

2. Remove the insulation from the ends of the wire leads by about 7 10 mm (9/32 13/32).

Lead end side of the product

Twist the tip of wire leads

7 10 mm (9/32 13/32)

NOTES: If length of the exposed wire is too short, a poor

connection may occur causing operation failure or sound interruption.

On the other hand, if the length is too long, an electrical short-circuit may occur.

3. Tighten the hexagon hole screw with the hexagon wrench (Large or Small) (included) to secure the lead. Before making this connection, use insulated shrink tubing to cover any exposed wire extending beyond the terminal.

Battery Connector

Battery Lead

Remote Turn On LeadHexagon wrench

Ground Lead

Hexagon wrench

Speaker Connector

Speaker Output Lead (+)

Speaker Output Lead (-)

NOTES: Be sure to use the Hexagon hole screw attached

to the Battery Connector or Speaker Connector. For safety reasons, connect the battery leads last. To prevent disconnection of the leads or

dropping of the unit, do not use the cabling to carry the unit.

e Block, close as

minal. rical

ow for

mp fuse mp fuse , refer to ly Wires upply

e of

y)

our head able, see

eads of er-RCA u do not ead, ion of NG the e, y

re metal point to uity

all your n the eeping

, refer to ly Wires upply

e of

utions

ut he other itive and the

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

8-EN

SWI When pe (page 3). Before

perpen

Subso The su freque ampli This is

To of To ina To fro fre

CONNECTION CHECK LIST Please check your head unit for the conditions listed below: Remote Turn-On Lead a. The head unit does not have a remote turn-on

or power antenna lead. b. The head units power antenna lead is activated

only when the radio is on (turns off in the tape or CD Mode).

c. The head units power antenna lead is logic level output (+) 5V, negative trigger (grounding type), or cannot sustain (+) 12V when connected to other equipment in addition to the vehicles power antenna.

If any of the above conditions exist, the remote turn-on lead of your X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V must be connected to a switched power source (ignition) in the vehicle. Be sure to use a 3A fuse as close as possible to this ignition tap. Using this connection method, the X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V will turn on and stay on as long as the ignition switch is on.

If this is objectionable, a SPST (Single Pole, Single Throw) switch, in addition to the 3A fuse mentioned above, may be installed in-line on the X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V turn-on lead. This switch will then be used to turn on (and off ) the X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V. Therefore, the switch should be mounted so that is accessible by the driver. Make sure the switch is turned off when the vehicle is not running. Otherwise, the amplifier will remain on and drain the battery.

Blue/White Power Antenna Remote Turn-On Lead To other Alpine components Remote Turn-On Leads

SPST Switch (optional) Fuse (3A) As close as possible to the vehicles ignition tap Ignition Source

Amplifier

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

9-EN

EN

FR

ES

SWITCH SETTINGS When performing Switch Settings, remove the Top Cover. For details, see REMOVING THE TOP COVER (page 3). Before switching each Selector Switch, turn off the power and insert a small screwdriver, etc.,

perpendicularly to the Switch.

Subsonic Filter (X-A90M/X-A90V only) The subsonic filter for cutting ultra low frequencies from the input signal before being amplified. This is desirable for several reasons:

To protect speakers too small or not capable of reproducing ultra low frequencies. To minimize power wasted from reproducing inaudible sound. To protect subwoofers in vented enclosures from over excursion below the tuning frequency.

Crossover Frequency Adjustment Knob (LP FILTER) (X-A90M/X-A90V only) Use this control to adjust the crossover frequency between 50 to 400 Hz.

Bass EQ Adjustment Knob (X-A90M/X-A90V only) Add a 50 Hz bass boost up to +12 dB to tune your bass response.

rn-On

ion tap

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

10-EN

About

Lights up Is off whe

Indica Blue Red (blinking

Red

Input Gain Adjustment Control Set the X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V input gain to the minimum position. Using a dynamic CD as a source, increase the head unit volume until the output distorts. Then, reduce the volume 1 step (or until the output is no longer distorted). Now, increase the amplifier gain until the sound from the speakers becomes distorted. Reduce the gain slightly so the sound is no longer distorted to achieve the optimum gain setting.

Crossover Mode Selector Switch (X-A70F only)

a) Set to the OFF position when the amplifier will be used for driving full range speakers or when using an external electronic crossover. The full frequency bandwidth will be output to the speakers with no high or low frequency attenuation.

b) Set to the HP position when the amplifier is used to drive a tweeter/ midrange system. The frequencies below the crossover point will be attenuated at 12 dB/octave. NOTE: In this case the maximum Bass EQ

boost level is reduced.

c) Set to the LP position when the amplifier is used to drive a subwoofer. The frequencies above the crossover point will be attenuated at 12 dB/octave.

Crossover Frequency Adjustment Knob (X-A70F/X-A90V only) Use this control to adjust the crossover frequency between 50 and 400 Hz.

Input Channel Selector Switch (CHANNEL-3/4) (X-A70F/X-A90V only)

a) This switch setting is for selecting either 2-channel or 4-channel input mode. When set to 1/2, signal will be copied from CH-1/2 and sent to CH-3/4, eliminating the need for Y-adapters.

b) Setting this switch to 3/4 will keep both inputs, CH-1/2 and CH-3/4 independent. A 4-channel source is required for this mode.

Crossover Mode Selector Switch (X-A90V only)

a) Set to the OFF position when the amplifier will be used for driving full range speakers or when using an external electronic crossover. The full frequency bandwidth will be output to the speakers with no high or low frequency attenuation.

b) Set to the ON position when the amplifier is used to drive a tweeter/ midrange system. The frequencies below the crossover point will be attenuated at 12 dB/octave. NOTE: In this case the maximum Bass EQ

boost level is reduced.

Input Channel Selector Switch (SUBWOOFER) (X-A90V only)

a) When this switch is placed in the 1+2+3+4 position, all the signals are mixed and come out from the subwoofer. This setting provides signal to the subwoofer channel when only 4 channel input is available.

b) Setting this switch to SUB will send the signal at the inputs of SUB to subwoofer of the X-A90V.

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

11-EN

EN

FR

ES

About Power Indicator

Power Indicator

Lights up when power is on. Is off when power is off.

Indication color Status Solution Blue Amplifier circuit is normal. Red (blinking)

Operating temperature is high.

Decrease the vehicles interior temperature to a normal level. The indicator color changes to blue.

Red Amplifier circuit is abnormal. An electrical short has occurred, or supply current is too high.

Turn off the power supply and eliminate the cause. Then turn on the unit and verify that the indicator color has changed to blue. If it remains red, turn off the unit and consult your dealer.

Operating temperature is too high.

Decrease the vehicles interior temperature to a normal level. The indicator color changes to blue.

Power supply voltage is too high.

Use the correct power supply voltage. The indicator color changes to blue.

90V

hen the iving

n using over.

dth will with no nuation.

en the tweeter/ uencies will be .

Bass EQ

OOFER)

n the signals

om the vides annel is

will s of SUB

V.

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

12-EN

Dual V

R

* In the c connec

Multip

For det (page 1

SYSTEM DIAGRAMS Before making a connection, check the total number of impedance of the speaker connected to the unit. If you have any questions, contact the nearest Alpine dealer.

Basic Connection Diagram for X-A90M Head Unit, etc. Front Output Rear Output Subwoofer Output Front Speakers Rear Speaker

Subwoofer Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer RCA Extension Cable (Sold Separately) Speaker-RCA Conversion Cable (Sold Separately) Y-Adapter (Sold Separately)

Subwoofer System

1 Subwoofer System

2 Subwoofer System (MONO)

[LO]

* If the connected head unit does not have a Speaker Output and RCA Extension Cables ( ) cannot be used, you can use the Speaker-RCA Conversion Cable ( ) (sold separately). For details on how to make a connection, see About Connection to the Speaker Input Level System (page 18).

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

13-EN

EN

FR

ES

Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer System

Refer to Subwoofer System (page 12).

Parallel connection Series connection

* In the case of using a series connection, the lead wire of the Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer ( ) can be connected to either the (+)/(-) terminal of the Speaker Connector ( ).

Multiple Mono Amplifier System (Connection example with X-A70F)

[LO]

[LO]

For details on the Input Channel Selector Switch ( ) of X-A70F, see Basic Connection Diagram for X-A70F (page 14).

e unit. If

parately)

t be make a

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

14-EN

Basic Connection Diagram for X-A70F Head Unit, etc. Front Output Rear Output Subwoofer Output Front Speakers Rear Speaker

Subwoofer Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer RCA Extension Cable (Sold Separately) Speaker-RCA Conversion Cable (Sold Separately) Y-Adapter (Sold Separately)

For X-A70F, change the Input Channel Selector Switch ( ) setting according to the number of channels of the speaker input.

4-Channel Input: 2-Channel Input:

[3/4] [1/2]

4 Speaker System

[LO]

* If the connected head unit does not have a Speaker Output and RCA Extension Cables ( ) cannot be used, you can use the Speaker-RCA Conversion Cable ( ) (sold separately). For details on how to make a connection, see About Connection to the Speaker Input Level System (page 18).

2 Spea

2 Spea

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

15-EN

EN

FR

ES

parately)

nels of

t be make a

2 Speaker + 1 Subwoofer System (Bridged Connections)

Refer to 4 Speaker System (page 14).

2 Speaker System (Bridged Connections)

Refer to 4 Speaker System (page 14).

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

16-EN

Basic Connection Diagram for X-A90V Head Unit, etc. Front Output Rear Output Subwoofer Output Front Speakers Rear Speaker

Subwoofer Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer RCA Extension Cable (Sold Separately) Speaker-RCA Conversion Cable (Sold Separately) Y-Adapter (Sold Separately)

For X-A70F, change the Input Channel Selector Switch ( )/( ) setting according to the number of channels of the speaker input.

5-Channel Input: 4-Channel Input: 2-Channel Input:

[3/4] [1/2]

[SUB] [1+2+3+4]

4 Speaker + Subwoofer System

1 Subwoofer System

[LO]

2 Subwoofer System (MONO)

* If the connected head unit does not have a Speaker Output and RCA Extension Cables ( ) cannot be used, you can use the Speaker-RCA Conversion Cable ( ) (sold separately). For details on how to make a connection, see About Connection to the Speaker Input Level System (page 18).

4 Spea

Refer

* In the c connec

2 Spea

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

17-EN

EN

FR

ES

parately)

:

/2]

t be make a

4 Speaker + Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer System

Refer to 4 Speaker + Subwoofer System (page 16).

Parallel connection Series connection

* In the case of using a series connection, the lead wire of the Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer ( ) can be connected to either the (+)/(-) terminal of the Speaker Connector ( ).

2 Speaker + 2 Subwoofer (MONO) System (Bridged Connections)

Refer to 4 Speaker + Subwoofer System (page 16).

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

18-EN

About Connecting to the Speaker Input Level System When connecting by using the Speaker-RCA Conversion Cable ( ) (sold separately), switch the Speaker Input Level Switch ( ) to HI.

e.g X-A70F

RCA Input Jacks

Speake Input Level Switch

Rear Speaker output lead (R)

Rear Speaker output lead (L)

Front Speaker output lead (R)

Front Speaker output lead (L)

[HI]

Do not mistake the Speaker Output Lead on the head unit side connected to this unit. Front Speaker output (L)/(R) to CH1/CH2, Rear Speaker output (L)/(R) to CH3/CH4

For the Speaker Input Level System setting, connecting the Remote Turn-On Lead is not required due to the REMOTE SENSING function of this product. However, the REMOTE SENSING function may not work depending on the signal source connected. In such a case, connect the Remote Turn-On Lead to an incoming power supply cord (accessory power) in the ACC position.

Important Tips on Bridging an Amplifier Low output will result if only one channel input is used. The Y-adapter is not required if a stereo/mono pair line output is used to drive both inputs of the bridged amp.

Proper connection

One signal One signal

Improper connection

Caut Use the s length. For detai and the f

Conne When t

Wire s Externa

X-A90 X-A70

Ampl

Conne and on When t

Wire s When t

Wire s Externa

installe 90 A +

(e.g. 9

Ampl

Ampl

Ampl

(e.g. 9

(e.g. 7

NOTE: If the le

distribu

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

19-EN

EN

FR

ES

aker

d due to ot work n

no pair

Cautions on Power Supply Wires Use the specified wire size according to the total fuse capacity of the amplifier to be installed and the wire length. For details on the wire size to be used, refer to the supplied Cautions 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 vehicles battery is 5 m

Wire size used for (A): 4 AWG/21 mm2

External Fuse capacity: Make it equal to or larger than the fuse capacity of the amplifier X-A90M/X-A90V: equal to or larger than 90 A X-A70F: equal to or larger than 70 A

(A)

External Fuse

Vehicles chassis Vehicles battery

Amplifier

Connection example when installing two amplifiers with a fuse capacity of 90 A and one amplifier with 70 A When the wire length from each amplifier to the distribution block is 1 m

Wire size used for (B): 4 AWG/21 mm2 (or 8 AWG/8 mm2) When the wire length from the distribution block to the vehicles battery is 4 m

Wire size used for (C): 1/0 AWG/53 mm2

External Fuse capacity: Make it equal to or larger than total fuse capacity of the number of amplifiers installed

90 A + 90 A + 70 A = equal to or larger than 250 A

Distribution block

(B)

(e.g. 90 A)

Amplifier

Vehicles chassis

External Fuse

Vehicles batteryAmplifier

Amplifier

(e.g. 90 A)

(e.g. 70 A)

(C)

NOTE: If the length of the power and ground cables exceed 1 m, or if you connect more than one amplifier, a

distribution block should be used.

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

20-EN

SPECIFICATIONS X-A90M

Performance

Power Output Per Channel, Ref.: 4 , 14.4 V 600 W RMS x 1

Per Channel, Ref.: 2 , 14.4 V 900 W RMS x 1

THD+N Ref.: 10 W into 4 0.02%

Ref.: Rated Power into 4 0.07%

S/N Ratio

IHF A-wtd + AES-17 Ref.: 1W into 4

>83 dB

IHF A-wtd + AES-17 Ref.: Rated Power into 4

>107 dB

Frequency Response +0/-3 dB, Ref.: 1 W into 4 8 Hz - 400 Hz

+0/-1 dB, Ref.: 1 W into 4 10 Hz - 300 Hz

Damping Factor Ref.: 10 W into 4 at 100 Hz >1,500

Control

Input Sensitivity RCA Input Ref.: Rated Power into 4

Hi: 0.4 - 10 V Lo: 0.1 - 4.0 V

Crossover Variable HPF/LPF

LPF: 50 Hz - 400 Hz (-24 dB/oct.)

Variable Subsonic 8 Hz - 40 Hz (-24 dB/oct.)

Equalizer Bass EQ (fc=50 Hz) 0 to +12 dB (Variable)

Remote Level* Linear Attenuation 0 to -20 dB

General

Input Impedance >10 k

Preamp Output CH-1/2 Input Pass-through, Buffered 4 V max

Dimensions

Width 297 mm (11-3/4)

Height 50.8 mm (2)

Depth 192 mm (7-5/8)

Weight 3.2 kg (7 lb 1 oz)

* Requires optional RUX-KNOB or RUX-KNOB.2. NOTE: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

X-A7 Performa

Power Ou

THD+N

S/N Ratio

Frequenc

Damping

Control

Input Sel

Input Sen

Crossove

Remote L

General

Input Imp

Dimensio

Weight

* Require NOTES: Specific To play

compa

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

21-EN

EN

FR

ES

x 1

x 1

Hz

Hz

V V

0 Hz .)

z .)

B

B

/4)

)

/8)

oz)

X-A70F Performance

Power Output

Per Channel, Ref.: 4 , 14.4 V 120 W RMS x 4

Per Channel, Ref.: 2 , 14.4 V 175 W RMS x 4

Bridged, Ref.: 4 , 14.4 V 350 W RMS x 2

THD+N Ref.: 10 W into 4 0.02%

Ref.: Rated Power into 4 0.07%

S/N Ratio

IHF A-wtd + AES-17 Ref.: 1W into 4

>87 dB

IHF A-wtd + AES-17 Ref.: Rated Power into 4

>106 dB

Frequency Response +0/-3 dB, Ref.: 1 W into 4 10 Hz - 60 kHz

+0/-1 dB, Ref.: 1 W into 4 15 Hz - 30 kHz

Damping Factor Ref.: 10 W into 4 at 100 Hz >500

Control

Input Select Selectable Input Signal Configuration (2ch/4ch Input)

CH-3/4: CH-1/2 or CH-3/4

Input Sensitivity RCA Input Ref.: Rated Power into 4

Hi: 0.5 - 10 V Lo: 0.2 - 4.0 V

Crossover Variable HPF/LPF 50 Hz - 400 Hz (-12 dB/oct.)

Remote Level* Linear Attenuation 0 to -20 dB

General

Input Impedance >10 k

Dimensions

Width 297 mm (11-3/4)

Height 50.8 mm (2)

Depth 192 mm (7-5/8)

Weight 3.2 kg (7 lb 1 oz)

* Requires optional RUX-KNOB.2. NOTES: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. To play back high res sound sources, it is necessary to make all the audio systems High-resolution audio

compatible devices.

ALPINE X-A90M/X-A70F/X-A90V 68-33122Z89-A (EN/FR/ES)

22-EN

X-A90V CH-1/2/3/4 SUBWOOFER

Performance

Power Output

Per Channel, Ref.: 4 , 14.4 V 75 W RMS x 4 300 W RMS x 1

Per Channel, Ref.: 2 , 14.4 V 100 W RMS x 4 500 W RMS x 1

Bridged, Ref.: 4 , 14.4 V 200 W RMS x 2

THD+N Ref.: 10 W into 4 0.02% 0.02%

Ref.: Rated Power into 4 0.07% 0.07%

S/N Ratio

IHF A-wtd + AES-17 Ref.: 1W into 4

>87 dB >80 dB

IHF A-wtd + AES-17 Ref.: Rated Power into 4

>105 dB >104 dB

Frequency Response +0/-3 dB, Ref.: 1 W into 4 10 Hz - 60 kHz 8 Hz - 400 Hz

+0/-1 dB, Ref.: 1 W into 4 15 Hz - 30 kHz 10 Hz - 300 Hz

Damping Factor Ref.: 10 W into 4 at 100 Hz >500 >1,000

Control

Input Select Selectable Input Signal Configuration (2ch/4ch/6ch Input)

CH-3/4: CH-1/2 or CH-3/4

CH-1+2+3+4 or SUBWOOFER

Input Sensitivity RCA Input Ref.: Rated Power into 4

Hi: 0.5 - 10 V Lo: 0.2 - 4.0 V

Hi: 0.4 - 10 V Lo: 0.1 - 4.0 V

Crossover Variable HPF/LPF

HPF: 50 Hz - 400 Hz (-12 dB/oct.)

LPF: 50 Hz - 400 Hz (-24 dB/oct.)

Variable Subsonic 8 Hz - 40 Hz (-24 dB/oct.)

Equalizer Bass EQ (fc=50 Hz) 0 to +12 dB (Variable)

Remote Level* Linear Attenuation 0 to -20 dB

General

Input Impedance >10 k

Dimensions </

Manualsnet FAQs

If you want to find out how the X-A70F Alpine works, you can view and download the Alpine X-A70F Owner's Manual on the Manualsnet website.

Yes, we have the Owner's Manual for Alpine X-A70F as well as other Alpine manuals. All you need to do is to use our search bar and find the user manual that you are looking for.

The Owner's Manual should include all the details that are needed to use a Alpine X-A70F. Full manuals and user guide PDFs can be downloaded from Manualsnet.com.

The best way to navigate the Alpine X-A70F Owner's Manual is by checking the Table of Contents at the top of the page where available. This allows you to navigate a manual by jumping to the section you are looking for.

This Alpine X-A70F Owner's Manual consists of sections like Table of Contents, to name a few. For easier navigation, use the Table of Contents in the upper left corner.

You can download Alpine X-A70F Owner's Manual free of charge simply by clicking the “download” button in the upper right corner of any manuals page. This feature allows you to download any manual in a couple of seconds and is generally in PDF format. You can also save a manual for later by adding it to your saved documents in the user profile.

To be able to print Alpine X-A70F Owner's Manual, simply download the document to your computer. Once downloaded, open the PDF file and print the Alpine X-A70F Owner's Manual as you would any other document. This can usually be achieved by clicking on “File” and then “Print” from the menu bar.