Alpine S-A60M

Umsindo Wemoto Ye-Alpine S-A60M Mono AmpLifier Instruction Manual

Model: S-A60M

1. Isingeniso

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Alpine S-A60M Mono Car Audio Amplifier. The S-A60M is a Class-D amplifier designed to deliver reliable power for your car audio subwoofer system. For optimal performance and safety, please read this manual thoroughly before installation and use.

Umsindo Wemoto Ye-Alpine S-A60M Mono Amplifier and optional RUX-KNOB.2 remote bass control knob

Image 1.1: Alpine S-A60M Mono Car Audio Amplifier with optional RUX-KNOB.2 remote bass control knob and wiring accessories.

2. Ulwazi Lokuphepha

Njalo qaphela izinyathelo zokuphepha ezilandelayo ukuze uvimbele ukulimala noma umonakalo ku- amplifier or vehicle:

  • Disconnect the vehicle's negative battery terminal before starting any installation.
  • Ensure proper grounding to the vehicle chassis.
  • Use appropriate gauge wiring for power and ground connections as specified in the installation section.
  • Protect all wiring from sharp edges and pinch points.
  • Ungayikhwezi i- ampi-lififier ezindaweni ezivezwe elangeni eliqondile, ukushisa okukhulu, umswakama, noma uthuli.
  • Faka ngokuphephile i- amplifier to prevent it from coming loose during sudden stops or impacts.
  • Gwema ukusebenzisa i amplifier at excessively high volume levels for prolonged periods, which can damage hearing or speakers.
  • Uma ungaqiniseki nganoma iyiphi ingxenye yenqubo yokufaka, thintana nochwepheshe abaqeqeshiwe.

3. Ukusetha nokufakwa

Ukufakwa ngendlela efanele kubalulekile ekusebenzeni nokuhlala isikhathi eside kweyakho amplifier. Follow these steps carefully.

3.1 Izintambo Zokuhlinzeka Ngogesi

Refer to the diagram below for correct power supply connections. Always use the specified wire gauges and ensure all connections are secure.

Diagram showing power supply wiring for car audio amplifier, including battery, fuse, distribution block, and ampizixhumanisi ze-lifier.

Image 3.1: Power Supply Wiring Diagram. This diagram illustrates the correct method for connecting the amplifier to the vehicle's power system, including the battery, fuse, and ground connections. Ensure the fuse capacity matches the ampizidingo ze-lifier.

Okubalulekile: The total fuse capacity of the amplifier must be installed and the specified wire length. For detailed information, refer to the "Power Supply" section in the owner's manual. Always connect the power wire directly to the positive battery terminal and the ground wire to a clean, unpainted metal surface on the vehicle chassis.

  • Battery (BATT): Connect to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle battery via an appropriate fuse.
  • Isilawuli kude (REM): Xhuma ku-remote turn-on output yeyunithi yakho yekhanda.
  • Indawo (GND): Connect to a clean, unpainted metal part of the vehicle chassis.
  • Okukhiphayo kwesipika (SPK OUT): Connect to your subwoofer(s).
Eduze view of the Alpine S-A60M amplifier's power and speaker output terminals, showing BATT, REM, GND, and SPK OUT connections with fuses.

Isithombe 3.2: Amplifier Power and Speaker Output Terminals. This image displays the terminals for power input (BATT, REM, GND) and speaker output (SPK OUT) on the Alpine S-A60M amplifier, along with the integrated fuses.

3.2 Ukuxhumeka Kokufaka Umsindo

The S-A60M supports both low-level (RCA) and high-level (speaker wire) inputs.

  • Okokufaka Okusezingeni Eliphansi (i-RCA): Connect RCA cables from your head unit's subwoofer or full-range pre-outs to the amplifier's INPUT (L/R) terminals.
  • Okokufaka Kwezinga eliphezulu: If your head unit does not have RCA outputs, connect speaker wires from your head unit's speaker outputs directly to the amplifier's high-level input terminals (if available, or use a line output converter).
Eduze view of the Alpine S-A60M amplifier's input and control panel, showing INPUT LEVEL switch, GAIN, LP FILTER, BASS EQ, and REMOTE BASS CONTROL port.

Isithombe 3.3: Amplifier Input and Control Panel. This image highlights the various input and control settings on the Alpine S-A60M, including the input level switch, gain control, low-pass filter, bass equalizer, and the port for the optional remote bass control.

4. Ukusebenza kwe Ampokokuphila

Once installed, adjust the amplifier settings for optimal sound performance.

4.1 Input Level Adjustment

  • Setha i- IZINGA LOKUFAKA switch to "LO" for low-level (RCA) inputs or "HI" for high-level inputs.
  • Lungisa i- ZUZA control to match the output of your head unit. Start with the gain at minimum, play a familiar track, and slowly increase the gain until distortion is heard, then back off slightly.

4.2 LP Filter (Low-Pass Filter)

The LP Filter allows only frequencies below the set point to pass through to the subwoofer. This is essential for proper subwoofer integration.

  • Lungisa i- LP FILTER knob to set the desired crossover frequency (e.g., 80Hz-120Hz is common for subwoofers).

4.3 Bass EQ

The Bass EQ provides a boost to specific bass frequencies.

  • Lungisa i- I-BASS EQ knob to increase or decrease bass output. Use sparingly to avoid distortion and speaker damage.

4.4 Remote Bass Control (Optional RUX-KNOB.2)

If you have the optional Alpine RUX-KNOB.2 remote bass control, connect it to the REMOTE BASS CONTROL echwebeni amplifier. This allows for convenient, on-the-fly adjustment of subwoofer output from the driver's seat.

5. Isondlo

Regular maintenance ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your ampokokuphila.

  • Ukuhlanza: Sula i- ampIngaphandle le-lifier ngendwangu ethambile, eyomile. Gwema ukusebenzisa amakhemikhali anokhahlo noma izihlanzi ezilumayo.
  • Izixhumanisi: Annually check all power, ground, and speaker connections to ensure they are secure and free from corrosion. Loose connections can lead to poor performance or damage.
  • Ukungenisa umoya: Qinisekisa ukuthi ampAmaphini okupholisa e-lififier awanazo izithiyo ukuze kuvunyelwe ukushabalaliswa kahle kokushisa.

6. Ukuxazulula izinkinga

Uma uhlangabezana nezinkinga ngeyakho amplifier, bheka ithebula elilandelayo ngaphambi kokufuna usizo lochwepheshe.

UphawuImbangela EngenzekaIsixazululo
Awekho amandla/Awukho umsindoBlown fuse, loose power/ground connection, remote wire not connected, ampi-lifier kumodi yokuvikela.Check fuses (on amplifier and in power line), verify all power and ground connections, ensure remote wire is connected to head unit's remote output, check for overheating or short circuits.
Umsindo ohlanekezelweGain set too high, improper input level switch setting, damaged speaker, poor signal source.Reduce gain, ensure INPUT LEVEL switch matches input type (LO/HI), check speaker wiring and condition, test with a different audio source.
No bass outputLP Filter set too high/low, Bass EQ set too low, subwoofer wiring issue.Adjust LP Filter to appropriate frequency, increase Bass EQ if desired (with caution), verify subwoofer connections and impedance.
AmpI-lifier iyashisa kakhuluInsufficient ventilation, improper impedance load, gain set too high.Qinisekisa ukugeleza komoya okwanele endaweni amplifier, verify speaker impedance matches amplifier's capabilities, reduce gain setting.

7. Imininingwane

Detailed technical specifications for the Alpine S-A60M ampokokuphila.

  • Inombolo Yemodeli: I-S-A60M
  • CTA-2006-B Power Rating:
    • 330W RMS x 1 (4ohm, 14.4V, 1% THD+N)
    • 600W RMS x 1 (2ohm, 14.4V, 1% THD+N)
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): >85dB (ref: 1W into 4 ohm), >105dB (ref: rated power into 4 ohm)
  • Ingqikithi Yokuhlanekezeka Kwe-Harmonic + Noise (THD+N): 0.03% (ref 1W into 4 ohm)
  • Impendulo esuka ku Frequency: 10Hz-400Hz (+/-3 dB)
  • DampIsici: >1000
  • Voltage: 14.4 Volts (DC)
  • Ubuningi Supply Voltage: 14.4 Volts (DC)
  • Ubuncane Bokunikezwayo Kwevolumutage: 14.4 Volts (DC)
  • Uhlobo lokukhweza: INtaba Engaphezulu
  • Ubukhulu bephakheji: 10.2 x 9.7 x 3.8 amayintshi
  • Isisindo: 6.8 Amakhilogremu
  • Remote Bass Knob Compatible: Yes (requires RUX-KNOB.2, sold separately)

8. Iwaranti kanye Nokusekela

Alpine products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. For specific warranty information regarding your S-A60M amplifier, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Alpine webindawo.

For technical support, service inquiries, or to locate an authorized Alpine dealer, please visit the official Alpine webisayithi noma uxhumane nomnyango wabo wesevisi yamakhasimende. Gcina irisidi lakho lokuthenga njengobufakazi bokuthenga izimangalo zewaranti.

I-Alpine Electronics of America, Inc.
www.alpine-usa.com

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