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  • Page 1 ® PXE-H660 Audio Processor OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 It is dangerous and illegal for the driver to watch the TV/Video while WARNING driving the vehicle. The driver may be distracted from looking ahead and an accident could occur. Caution • Read this manual thoroughly before starting installation and operation. You will find a number of Safety Warnings in this manual to tell you about things that could hurt you or other people if you were to ignore the Warnings.
  • Page 3 If the fuse(s) blows more than once, carefully check all electrical connections for shorted circuitry. Also have your vehicle’s voltage regulator checked. Maintenance If you have problems, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. Return it to your Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Station for servicing. Installation Location Make sure the PXE-H660 will not be exposed to: •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Warnings ..................2 Features/Description ...............5 Input Level Adjustment ..............7 SETUP CD - Contents ..............7 Remote Control ................8 Main Chassis ...................9 Wiring/Connections ...............10 Before Setup .................11 Setup Procedure ................12 Setup Procedure Video ..............21 Demo Mode ...................22 Parametric Equalizer ..............23 Parametric Equalizer Video ............28 Crossover Settings ................29 Crossover Settings Video ..............34 Time Correction ................35...

  • Page 5: Warnings

    FEATURES/DESCRIPTION The Alpine PXE-H660 is a versatile processor that takes an OK sounding factory system turns it into a high-end, audiophile system. The PXE-H660 utilizes advanced sound tuning of the factory equipment to correct the acoustical problems inherent in any vehicle. It’s equipped with Alpine's Imprint technology.
  • Page 6 FEATURES/DESCRIPTION Features: • AntEQ™ and MultEQ (Imprint technology) ® • AUX Input (Audio) • 5-Channel Factory Head Unit Input (Speaker or Line Level) • 6.1 Channel Analog Line Level Outputs (Front 1/2, Rear, Subwoofer) • 3 Custom Parametric EQ Bands •...

  • Page 7: Input Level Adjustment

    Therefore, it is very important that the output from the factory radio be properly set so the PXE-H660 receives the correct audio level (not so high that it's distorted and not so low that it's noisy). This ensures that the DSP chip in the unit can see every detail of the audio signal. This important step is done during the intital stages of the Set Up sequence.

  • Page 8: Remote Control

    REmOTE CONTROL Remote Function Call-outs AUX Source Select Factory H/U Select Volume UP User Preset 1 User Preset 2 Volume DN Treble EQ UP/DN Subwoofer UP Subwoofer DN 10 Fader Front Midrange EQ UP/DN 12 Bass EQ UP/DN 13 Fader Rear (CANCEL) 14 Balance Left (CLEAR) 15 Balance Right (DONE) Mute...

  • Page 9: Main Chassis

    mAIN CHASSIS Auto-Ranging Inputs Green Green/Black White White/Black Violet Violet/Black Gray Gray/Black Brown Brown/Black RCA OUTPUT AUTO RANGING INPUT INPUT CLIP WIRED PRIMARY REMOTE REMOTE IR INPUT SOURCE INPUT OFF ON FRONT 1 ONT 2 REAR SUBWOOFER INPUT LEVEL PO WER SUPPLY L1 L2 R1 R2 S •...

  • Page 10: Wiring/Connections

    INPUT: If there is a L/R pair of full range outputs available from the factory system (FRONT or REAR) these should be used first and connected to inputs L2/R2 on the PXE-H660. If the factory 2-way Woofer Left to output must be used, connect Tweeter Left to L1, Tweeter Right to R1, and Woofer Right to R2.

  • Page 11: Before Setup

    MultEQ CD, microphone and MultEQ LED available and take a note of the conditions below as they are needed in the next section. 1. The PXE-H660 has the ability to drive a full-range or two-way front speaker output system configuration. In the case of a two-way system (bi-amping a set of compo- nents), make sure the tweeter amplifier channels go to the L1/R1 RCA outputs and the midrange amplifier channels go to the L2/R2 RCA outputs.

  • Page 12: Setup Procedure

    PXE-H660. If the unit displays "ALPINE PXE-H660" on the display, press and hold the "reset" button for at least 6 seconds to reset the PXE-H660 to its factory settings (refer to Page 20 for detailed reset procedure). The unit will show "START SETUP PRESS ENTER"...
  • Page 13 The MultEQ LED blinks once per second during normal operation. If there is an error it will blink rapidly. When the PXE-H660 is busy it will go solid. The MultEQ LED will not light up if the PXE-H660 is off or in a normal run mode.
  • Page 14 Press "ENTER" to continue. "ERROR! CHECK VOL & INPUTS" If the PXE-H660 displays this error display on the LCD the MultEQ LED will blink quickly. Troubleshoot the system by making sure that there are no incorrect connec- tions at the inputs and the right wires in the vehicle were connected to. Also this could be due to not having the volume turned up to the maximum undistorted level as stated in step 5.
  • Page 15 Press "ENTER" to continue. "ERROR! FULL FREQ MISSING" If the PXE-H660 displays this error display on the LCD the MultEQ LED will blink quickly. This error is generated if the PXE-H660 is not receiving the full audible frequency range from the factory audio system. Troubleshoot the system by making sure that the correct wires in the vehicle have been used and nothing came disconnect- ed.
  • Page 16 "LAPTOP SETUP MODE" will be displayed. Follow the instructions on the PC application to set up the PXE-H660. If you do not wish to use a laptop make sure there is nothing plugged into the USB port and move on to the next step.
  • Page 17 SETUP PROCEDURE 11. "REM CONTROL PRESS C" At this point, the PXE-H660 has optimized the input from the factory sound sytem. Next, the unit will use the included microphone to automatically tune the aftermarket sound system. Point the remote control at the PXE-H660's external remote eye.
  • Page 18 SETUP PROCEDURE 13. "ERROR! CABIN NOISE-NO MIC" - Speaker detection Error If the PXE-H660 displays this error display on the LCD and the MultEQ LED will blink quickly. Troubleshoot the system by making sure that nothing has become dis- connected or turned off and the MIC is plugged in. Also make sure the vehicle is in a noise free environment.
  • Page 19 SETUP PROCEDURE 16. "PUT MIC POS3 PRESS C" Reposition the microphone to position 3 in the vehicle. When ready, exit the vehicle. Press "C" on the remote control to continue. The MultEQ LED will be illuminated steady green while measuring position 3. When the MultEQ LED starts to blink slowly again, Position 3 measurement is complete;...
  • Page 20 SETUP PROCEDURE 17. "SUB AMP UP PRESS ENTER" This is a reminder to turn the subwoofer amplifier gain back up (from step 10) once all the measurements have been taken. It is recommended to listen to the system to deter- mine the proper subwoofer amplifier gain level.

  • Page 21: Setup Procedure Video

    SETUP PROCEDURE vIDEO Click to watch setup video. Be sure the computers Adobe Acrobat Reader and Flash player programs are up to date. If you are using a Mac be sure to use the Adobe Reader and not the Preview program. Adobe Reader can be downloaded for free at www.adobe.com.

  • Page 22: Demo Mode

    Demo Mode • Press the MODE button once on the PXE-H660 to reach the Demo mode screen on the LCD. Press the "ENTER" button once to enter the Demo mode. At this time, "DEMO MODE ON"...

  • Page 23: Parametric Equalizer

    The Equalizer uses 3 Bands for each of the 7 channels to customize the tone of the music. Each Source Input to the PXE-H660 has its own EQ. Each of the Bands (Bass, Mid and Treble) is adjusted in a similar manner. The following steps use the Bass Band as an ex- ample.
  • Page 24 PARAmETRIC EQUALIZER 3. Use the q or p buttons to choose between PRESET 1, PRESET 2, CUSTOM EQ AUX, and CUSTOM EQ HU. PRESET 1 refers to the Primary Mic position. PRESET 2 refers to the Secondary position. In this example CUSTOM EQ H/U is selected. 4.
  • Page 25 PARAmETRIC EQUALIZER 6. Select the EQ Band to adjust. a) Use the q or p button to scroll through the BASS, MID, and TREB selections. In this example BASS is selected. b) Once the Band has been selected, Press "ENTER" to begin making the adjustments. 7.
  • Page 26 PARAmETRIC EQUALIZER b) Q (Q-factor) is adjustable from 0.5 (wide band) to 2.0 (narrow band). The Q determines how much the frequencies below and above the center frequency are affected by the LEVEL adjustment in 'a.' Use the q or p buttons to choose a Q-factor from 0.5 to 2.0 in steps of 0.5.
  • Page 27 "SAVE SETTINGS" to store changes into non-volatile memory. This will keep the settings safe in case +12V constant is removed from the PXE-H660. Press ENTER to continue with the save. Return To Main Menu...

  • Page 28: Parametric Equalizer Video

    PARAmETRIC EQUALIZER vIDEO Click to watch setup video. Be sure the computers Adobe Acrobat Reader and Flash player programs are up to date. If you are using a Mac be sure to use the Adobe Reader and not the Preview program. Adobe Reader can be downloaded for free at www.adobe.com.

  • Page 29: Crossover Settings

    CROSSOvER SETTINGS The system's crossovers are set by the PXE-H660 during its automatic setup process. The PXE-H660 also allows custom cut-off points for the high-pass and low-pass filters of the Front and Rear speakers and the Subwoofer. This is especially useful when the factory speakers have been upgraded to handle a much wider audio bandwidth.
  • Page 30 CROSSOvER SETTINGS 3. With "PRESET 1" in the display, use the q or p buttons to choose the MIC posi- tion to modify. PRESET 1 refers to the Primary Mic position. PRESET 2 refers to the Secondary position. Please note that CUSTOM EQ AUX and CUSTOM EQ HU do not offer crossover menus.
  • Page 31 CROSSOvER SETTINGS 5. FRONT 1 is displayed. Use the q or p button to choose a channel. In this example FRONT 2 is used. The following FRONT 2 adjustment procedures will be similar in nature to adjustments for the other channels. To make adjustments to the other chan- nels just substitute FRONT 1, REAR, or SUBWOOFER, for FRONT 2.
  • Page 32 CROSSOvER SETTINGS 7. Modify 3 different Crossover parameters: L GAIN, R GAIN, and Fc (cut-off Fre- quency). Use the u or t buttons to choose the parameter to modify. Use the q or p buttons to change the parameter. Change Parameter Choose Parameter a) L GAIN and R GAIN are adjustable from -15 dB to +15 dB using the q or p but- tons.
  • Page 33 CUSTOM TUNING screen. Use the q or p button to scroll to "SAVE SETTINGS" to store changes into non-volatile memory. This will keep the settings safe in case +12V constant is removed from the PXE-H660. Press ENTER to continue with the save.

  • Page 34: Crossover Settings Video

    CROSSOvER SETTINGS vIDEO Click to watch setup video. Be sure the computers Adobe Acrobat Reader and Flash player programs are up to date. If you are using a Mac be sure to use the Adobe Reader and not the Preview program. Adobe Reader can be downloaded for free at www.adobe.com.

  • Page 35: Time Correction

    TImE CORRECTION MultEQ determines the default delay during initial Setup. However, there may be times when the delay needs to be tweaked or temporarily modified. Be advised, any changes made causes deviation from the MultEQ default specs and no longer conforms to its ideal sound stage.
  • Page 36 TImE CORRECTION 3. Use the q or p buttons to choose between PRESET 1, PRESET 2, CUSTOM EQ AUX, and CUSTOM EQ HU. PRESET 1 refers to the Primary Mic position. PRESET 2 refers to the Secondary position. In this example PRESET 1 is selected. a) PRESET 1 refers to the Primary Mic position.
  • Page 37 TImE CORRECTION c) Use the q or p buttons to choose TIME DELAY. d) Press the u button to move to the Channel selection mode. e) Use the q or p buttons to select a Channel to modify (FRONT LEFT, FRONT RIGHT, REAR LEFT, REAR RIGHT, SUBWOOFER).
  • Page 38 TImE CORRECTION 4. Time Correction a) With the desired channel selected, press ENTER. An arrow will appear indicating the parameter can be adjusted. b) Use the q or p buttons to change the delay (from 0 to 10ms) for each channel. c) Upon completing the adjustment, press ENTER.
  • Page 39 This will keep the settings safe in case +12V constant is removed from the PXE-H660. Press ENTER to continue with the save. The MODE button can be used at any point, to return to the previous sub-menu. to make additional...

  • Page 40: Time Correction Video

    TImE CORRECTION vIDEO Click to watch setup video. Be sure the computers Adobe Acrobat Reader and Flash player programs are up to date. If you are using a Mac be sure to use the Adobe Reader and not the Preview program. Adobe Reader can be downloaded for free at www.adobe.com.

  • Page 41: Mounting

    mOUNTING...

  • Page 42: Adjustments And Ranges

    ADjUSTmENTS & RANGES 3 Band Parametric Q ................0.5 to 2 (0.5 steps) Level ..............-6 to +6 dB (1 dB steps) Bass Frequency ....... Fc = 30, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 125, 150 Hz Mid ..........Fc = 0.5, 0.75, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0 kHz Treble .............

  • Page 43: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Main Unit Factory Radio Input ......4.1 Channel Input (Line or Differential Input) BTL ..................0.2 - 30 Vrms Line ................... 0.2 - 4.0 Vrms Auxilliary Input ....................1 Normal ................0.2 - 2.0 V rms AFT = ON ................ 0.4 - 4.0 V rms Output ................6.1 Channel Line Outputs Impedance ..................<600Ω...

  • Page 44: Typical System Diagrams

    OFF for this system Blue/White To factory ampli er turn-on lead or ignition Remote ON Cable White/Brown To compatible Alpine AUX source Remote Control Cable Blue/White To External Ampli er Remote ON Cable Remote OUT Cable Black...
  • Page 45 White/Brown Not used in this system Remote Control Cable Blue/W hite To external amplifier remote on cable To External Alpine Remote ON Cable Remote OUT Cable Black Connect to a metal part of chassis Ground Cable body with a screw...
  • Page 46 NOTES...
  • Page 47 LImITED WARRANTy...
  • Page 48 1-888-NAV-HELP (1-888-628-4357) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. Suite 203, 7300 Warden Ave. Markham, Ontario L3R 9Z6, Canada Tel.: 1-800-ALPINE1 (1-800-257-4631) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 6-8 Fiveways Boulevarde Keysborough Victoria 3173, Australia Tel.: (03) 9769-0000 ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH Kreuzerkamp 7-11 40878 Ratingen, Germany Tel.: 02102-45 50...
  • Page 49 #/7bILPINE~ PXE-H660 Quick Setup Guide oint the remote control at the Play track 2 on the PXE-H660's set-up CD. Reduce the sub amp (s) levels to l!4 gain (9 remote eye and press "C". Note: o'clock position). Press "Enter" on the PXE- Press "Enter"...
  • Page 50 PXE-H660 SYSTEM INTEGRATION AUDIO PROCESSOR PROCESSEUR AUDIO D'INTEGRATION SYSTEME [Ill ntEQ I\UDYSSEY...
  • Page 52 PXE-H660 SYSTEM INTEGRATION AUDIO PROCESSOR O'INT~GRATION SYSTEME PROCESSEUR AUDIO [CE ~ PXE·"660 PXE-H660...
  • Page 54 5.0 Completed Graduate School Customer Care Reg:stration is for Product registration Thank you for your cooperation! We value your privacy. This information will remain confidential with Alpine and its affiliates. PART NO. 68P04190K01-A Failure to complete and return this card does not diminish your warranty rights.
  • Page 55 FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. 320 TORRANCE CA POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE ATTENTION MARKETING SERVICES ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA INC PO BOX 2859 TORRANCE CA 90509-9939 11,1"11""1,1,11",1,1,,1,1,,1,1,,,,11,1,1,,1,,,11 FOR USE IN USA, PLEASE FOLD HERE AND ENSURE THAT AMERICAN ADDRESS FACES UP.

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