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Alpine MRV-F900 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 4 Channel Power Amplifier 4 Channel Power Amplifier...
  • Page 3 MRV-F900 4 Channel Power Amplifier • OWNER'S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. • MODE D'EMPLOI Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil. • MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN Léalo antes de utilizar este equipo.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ...2 WARNING ... 4 CAUTION ... 5 PRECAUTIONS ... 5 Installation ... 6 Mounting the End Covers ... 7 Connections ... 8 Cautions on wire lead connections ... 10 Mounting the Terminal Cover ... 12 Switch Settings ... 14 Examples of System Expansion Information ...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    AlpineF#1Status For a quarter of a century, Alpine’s goal has been the best sound in the mobile environment despite its harsh physical and electrical conditions. To overcome these severe listening conditions, Alpine has developed its own unique on-board acoustic technology.

  • Page 7: Channel Amplifier

    Even the electrolyte of the electrolytic capacitor is specially ordered, a measure of the thorough considerations taken with the MRV-F900. The polarities of the parts particularly important for achieving high sound quality, such as the transformer, coils and film capacitors, are carefully controlled to achieve maximum time precision.

  • Page 8: Warning

    WARNING WARNING This symbol means important instruc- tions. 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.

  • Page 9: Caution

    Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +60°C (+140°F) and –10°C (+14°F) before turning your unit on. Installation Location Make sure the MRV-F900 will not be installed in a location subjected to: • Direct sun and heat • High humidity and water •...

  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Due to the high power output of the MRV-F900, 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.

  • Page 11: Mounting The End Covers

    Mounting the End Covers • The product’s appearance can be improved by mounting the end covers on the main unit after installation. • Mount the end covers after installing the main unit. Mounting the brackets 1) Use the included machine screws 6 to mount the three included brackets 5 onto the side opposite the terminal surface.

  • Page 12: Connections

    • 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.
  • Page 13 Battery Lead (Sold Separately) Be sure to add a fuse as close as possible to the MRV-F900’s battery terminal. This fuse will protect your vehicle’s electrical system and the MRV-F900 in case of a short circuit. If you need to extend this lead, the wire gauge should be AWG4 or larger.

  • Page 14: Cautions On Wire Lead Connections

    Connections Cautions on wire lead connections • Use Power Supply wire sold at your dealer’s store. • Refer to the description below for the proper procedure. If you are in doubt about how to make this connection, consult your dealer. Check the wire size.
  • Page 15 Slide the battery lead into the fuse block. • Slide the battery lead (sold separately) into the fuse block (supplied) as below: 1) Dismantle the fuse box. Turn the cap counterclockwise. 2) Turn the hexagon screw 3) Remove the rubber ring protection during transportation.) 4) Slide the battery lead 5) Insert the tip of the battery lead...

  • Page 16: Mounting The Terminal Cover

    Connection Mounting the Terminal Cover • The product’s appearance can be improved by mounting the terminal cover on the main unit after installation. • Mount the terminal cover after the connections have been made and you have checked that operation is normal. Open the door.
  • Page 17 Fastening the door 1) Close the door p . 2) Mount the door p using the two original hexagonal screws q . * Tighten the screws securely so that they do not come loose due to vibrations while the vehicle is moving. NOTES: •...

  • Page 18: Switch Settings

    NOM(1.0V) GAIN Input Gain Adjustment Control Set the MRV-F900 input gain to the minimum position. Using a dynamic CD as a NOM(1.0V) source, increase the head unit volume until the output distorts. Then, reduce the vol- ume 1 step (or until the output is no longer distorted). Now, increase the amplifier gain until the sound from the speakers becomes distorted.

  • Page 19: Examples Of System Expansion

    Examples of System Expansion • SYSTEM A (4ch input, 4ch output) Battery Lead* SPEAKER – – BATTERY BRIDGED – CH-1 – – CH-1 CH-2 INPUT SPEAKER OUTPUT POWER SUPPLY CH-2 Head Unit RCA Extension Cable (Sold Separately) Fuse (80A, Included), Fuse Box (Included) To the vehicle's battery Ground Lead SPEAKER...
  • Page 20 Examples of System Expansion • SYSTEM B (4ch input, 11ch output) CDA-7990 PXA-H900 CENTER FUSE POWER SUPPLY BATTERY GUIDE INPUT RCA Extension Cable (Sold Separately) Fuse (80A, Included), Fuse Box (Included) SUBWOOFER REAR FRONT LOW FRONT MID FRONT HIGH OUTPUT Front Tweeter Output (L) Front Tweeter Output (R) Front Mid Range Output (L)
  • Page 21 To the vehicle's battery To Ground To Remote Turn-On Lead Front Tweeter Front Mid – – – BATTERY RENOTE BRIDGED – BRIDGED – CH-1 CH-1 – CH-2 – CH-3 – CH-4 INPUT SPEAKER OUTPUT POWER SUPPLY SPEAKER OUTPUT CH-2 Front Midbass Front Midbass –...

  • Page 22: Information

    If you encounter a problem, please review the items in the following checklist. This guide will help you isolate the problem if the unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the rest of your system is properly connected or consult your authorized Alpine dealer. Set does not operate.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    Specifications Power Output: RMS Continuous Power (at 12.0V, 20 Hz to 20kHz): Per channel into 4 ohms (0.08% THD): Per channel into 2 ohms (0.3% THD): Bridged into 4 ohms (0.3% THD): Power Output: RMS Continuous Power (at 14.4V, 20 Hz to 20kHz): Per channel into 4 ohms (0.08% THD): Per channel into 2 ohms (0.3% THD): Bridged into 4 ohms (0.3% THD):...

  • Page 24: Service Care

    Service Care N For North American Customers 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 accord- ance with the manufacturer's instructions.
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  • Page 28 ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC. ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. Kreuzerkamp 7, 40878 Ratingen, Germany Sankei Kikaku Co., Ltd. 1-13-38, Hinodai, Hino, Tokyo, Japan...

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