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PXA-H900 Multimedia Manager English Guide for Installation and Connections Deutsch Hinweise über die Installation und Anschlüsse Français Guide d’installation et de connexions Español Guía de instalación y conexiones Italiano Guida all’installazione ed ai collegamenti Svenska Vägledning för montering och anslutningar...
GUIDE FOR INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS • Please read this GUIDE FOR INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS and the OWNER’S MANUAL thoroughly to familiarize yourself with each control and function. We at ALPINE hope that your new PXA-H900 will give you many years of listening enjoyment.
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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.
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Precautions • Be sure to disconnect the cable from the (–) battery post before installing your PXA-H900. This will reduce any chance of damage to the unit in case of a short-circuit. • Be sure to connect the color coded leads according to the diagram. Incorrect connections may cause the unit to malfunction or damage to the vehicle’s electrical system.
• 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.
Installation • Mounting the display 1. Remove the face plate. Face plate 2. Use a screwdriver, etc., to slide the locking pin, then take out the inner case. Inner case Locking pin 3. Mount the display using the included screws. Bracket Spacer Display...
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< JAPANESE CAR > 1. After step 2 on page 7, remove the included side bracket. Side bracket Side bracket 2. Mount the display using the included screws. Bracket Spacer Display Pan head screw (M3 x 5) x 2 3. Mount the spacer and bracket to the display. Next, securely mount the factory brackets re- moved from the factory radio, to the display assembly.
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• Flush Mounting the display 1. Make a cut-out approximately 178 (width) by 50 (height) mm (7 inches by 2 inches) in size at your desired mounting location. WARNING: When making cut-outs, be careful not to damage pipes, tanks, electric wires, etc. Doing so could lead to accidents or fire.
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• Mounting the base unit 1. Decide on the installation location. • The trunk, etc., is the best place. 2. Mark the positions of the mounting screws at the chosen location. 3. Drill 3mm (1/8”) holes or smaller. WARNING: When making holes, be careful not to damage pipes, tanks, electric wires, etc. Doing so could lead to accidents or fire.
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• Mounting the remote control unit holder • If the remote control unit is exposed to direct sunlight, remove it from the holder and store it in the glove compartment. • If the holder cannot be securely fastened in place with the Velcro, install it using screws. Remote Control Remote Control Holder Screw for mounting...
Computer terminal PC CONTROL Used to make settings and adjustments with a computer. A special cable and computer software are required. For details, contact your store of purchase or an Alpine Information Center. MIC. MEMORY LOCK Reset switch Microphone jack Memory on/off selector switch Use this to connect a microphone.
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Connect to: Connect to an Ai-NET product using an Ai-NET cord. • Changer input terminal (Ai-NET input) For connection to the PXA-H900, use the straight Used for system expansion (Ai-NET changer, etc.). side. Connect to an Ai-NET product using an Ai-NET cord.
Examples of system expansion • PXA-H900 + CDA-7990R Head Unit + CD Changer + External Amplifier Fiber Optic Cable (Sold Separately) Input Side CHANGER DIGITAL1 DIGITAL2 DIGITAL3 RCA INPUT ANALOG 1 INPUT Ai-NET IN CHANGER IN DISPLAY ANALOG2 ANALOG3 Fiber Optic Cable (Sold Separately)
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• PXA-H900 + Ai-NET Compatible Head Unit + CD Changer + External Amplifier Input Side Fiber Optic Cable (Sold Separately) CHANGER DIGITAL1 DIGITAL2 DIGITAL3 RCA INPUT ANALOG 1 INPUT CHANGER IN Ai-NET IN DISPLAY ANALOG2 ANALOG3 Fiber Optic Cable (Sold Separately)
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The PXA-H900 can then be turned on using this switch. The PXA-H900 can be used with any head unit. However, only an Alpine Ai-NET compatible head unit will be able to take full advantage of all the features and functions of this processor.
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• PXA-H900 + CDA-7990R Head Unit + DVD Player + CD Changer + Navigation System + TV Monitor + External Amplifier Fiber Optic Cable (Sold Separately) CDA-7990R Head Unit Fiber Optic Cable (Included with DVD Player) Input Side CHANGER DIGITAL1...
To PXA-H900’s lead terminal NOTES • If the exposed section is too short, the current will not flow properly, resulting in the PXA-H900 not operating or breaks in the sound. • Making the exposed section too long may lead to short-circuit.
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Tel.: 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. Suite 203, 7300 Warden Ave. Markham, Ontario L3R 9Z6, Canada Tel.: 1-800-ALPINE-1 (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...
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