1. Réamhrá
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.
Image 1.1: Alpine S-A60M Mono Car Audio Amplifier with optional RUX-KNOB.2 remote bass control knob and wiring accessories.
2. Faisnéis Sábháilteachta
Lean na réamhchúraimí sábháilteachta seo a leanas i gcónaí chun díobháil nó damáiste a chosc don ampleictreach nó feithicil:
- Dícheangail críochfort diúltach ceallraí na feithicle sula dtosaíonn tú ar aon suiteáil.
- Cinntigh go bhfuil talamhú ceart déanta ar chassis na feithicle.
- Use appropriate gauge wiring for power and ground connections as specified in the installation section.
- Protect all wiring from sharp edges and pinch points.
- Ná mount an ampan lifter in áiteanna atá nochta do sholas díreach na gréine, teas iomarcach, taise nó deannach.
- Suiteáil go sábháilte an amplifier to prevent it from coming loose during sudden stops or impacts.
- Seachain oibriú an amplifier at excessively high volume levels for prolonged periods, which can damage hearing or speakers.
- Mura bhfuil tú cinnte faoi aon chuid den phróiseas suiteála, téigh i gcomhairle le gairmí cáilithe.
3. Socrú agus Suiteáil
Tá suiteáil cheart ríthábhachtach chun feidhmíocht agus fad saoil do amplifier. Follow these steps carefully.
3.1 Sreangú Soláthar Cumhachta
Refer to the diagram below for correct power supply connections. Always use the specified wire gauges and ensure all connections are secure.
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 ampriachtanais an tsaorthóra.
Tábhachtach: 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.
- Cianda (REM): Ceangail leis an aschur cianda ar do cheannaonad.
- Talamh (GND): Connect to a clean, unpainted metal part of the vehicle chassis.
- Speaker Output (SPK OUT): Connect to your subwoofer(s).
Íomhá 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 Naisc Ionchuir Fuaime
The S-A60M supports both low-level (RCA) and high-level (speaker wire) inputs.
- Ionchur Íseal-Leibhéal (RCA): Ceangail cáblaí RCA ó fho-fhuaimeoir nó réamh-aschur lán-raoin do cheann-aonaid leis an amplifier's INPUT (L/R) terminals.
- Ionchur Ardleibhéil: 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).
Íomhá 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. Ag oibriú an Amplitheoir
Nuair a bheidh sé suiteáilte, coigeartaigh an amplifier settings for optimal sound performance.
4.1 Coigeartú Leibhéal Ionchuir
- Socraigh an LEIBHÉAL INPUT switch to "LO" for low-level (RCA) inputs or "HI" for high-level inputs.
- Coigeartaigh an GAIN 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.
- Coigeartaigh an Scagaire LP knob to set the desired crossover frequency (e.g., 80Hz-120Hz is common for subwoofers).
4.3 Cothromóir Dord
The Bass EQ provides a boost to specific bass frequencies.
- Coigeartaigh an 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 port ar an amplifier. This allows for convenient, on-the-fly adjustment of subwoofer output from the driver's seat.
5. Cothabháil
Cinntíonn cothabháil rialta fad saoil agus feidhmíocht is fearr is féidir do amplitheoir.
- Glanadh: Glan go tréimhsiúil an ampGlan taobh amuigh an tsaothróra le héadach bog tirim. Seachain ceimiceáin ghéara nó glantóirí scríobacha a úsáid.
- Naisc: 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.
- Aeráil: Cinntigh an ampTá eití fuaraithe an lifer saor ó bhacainní chun go bhféadfaí teas a scaipeadh i gceart.
6. Fabhtcheartú
Má bhíonn fadhbanna agat le do amplifier, consult the following table before seeking professional assistance.
| Siomptóim | Cúis Féideartha | Réiteach |
|---|---|---|
| Gan chumhacht/Gan fhuaim | Blown fuse, loose power/ground connection, remote wire not connected, amplifier i mód cosanta. | 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. |
| Fuaime saobhadh | Gain 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 output | LP 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. |
| Ampoverheats lifier | Insufficient ventilation, improper impedance load, gain set too high. | Cinntigh go leor aeir timpeall an amplifier, verify speaker impedance matches amplifier's capabilities, reduce gain setting. |
7. Sonraíochtaí
Detailed technical specifications for the Alpine S-A60M amplitheoir.
- Uimhir Mhúnla: 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)
- Cóimheas Comhartha-le-Torann (S/N): >85dB (ref: 1W into 4 ohm), >105dB (ref: rated power into 4 ohm)
- Saobhadh Armónach Iomlán + Torann (THD+N): 0.03% (ref 1W into 4 ohm)
- Freagra Minicíochta: 10Hz-400Hz (+/-3 dB)
- DampFachtóir ing: >1000
- Imltage: 14.4 Volta (DC)
- Uasmhéid Soláthair Voltage: 14.4 Volta (DC)
- Soláthar Íosta Voltage: 14.4 Volta (DC)
- Cineál Gléasta: Sliabh Dromchla
- Toisí Pacáiste: 10.2 x 9.7 x 3.8 orlach
- Meáchan: 6.8 Punt
- Remote Bass Knob Compatible: Yes (requires RUX-KNOB.2, sold separately)
8. Barántas agus Tacaíocht
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 websuíomh.
For technical support, service inquiries, or to locate an authorized Alpine dealer, please visit the official Alpine websuíomh gréasáin nó déan teagmháil lena roinn seirbhíse do chustaiméirí. Coinnigh d’admháil ceannaigh mar chruthúnas ceannaigh le haghaidh éilimh bharántais.
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