Alpine Pxa H700 Users Manual

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ALPINE ELECTRONICS, INC.

Tokyo office: 1-1-8 Nishi Gotanda,

Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8501, Japan

Tel.: (03) 3494-1101

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC.

19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance,

California 90501, U.S.A.

Tel.: 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.

7300 Warden Ave., Suite 203, Markham,

Ontario L3R 9Z6, Canada

Tel.: 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)

ALPINE ELECTRONICS FRANCE S.A.R.L.

(RCS PONTOISE B 338 101 280)

98, Rue de la Belle Etoile, Z.I. Paris

Nord II, B.P. 50016, 95945, Roissy

Charles de Gaulle Cedex, France

Tel.: 01-48 63 89 89

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K., LTD.

13 Tanners Drive, Blakelands,

Milton Keynes MK14 5BU, U.K.

Tel.: 01908-61 15 56

ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAÑA, S.A.

Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabellón, 32

01013 Vitoria (Alava) - APDO 133,

Spain

Tel.: 945-283588

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.

6-8 Fiveways Boulevarde Keysborough,

Victoria 3173, Australia

Tel.: (03) 9769-0000

ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH

Kreuzerkamp 7, 40878 Ratingen,

Germany

Tel.: 02102-45 50

ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A.

Viale C. Colombo 8,

20090 Trezzano Sul Naviglio (MI), Italy

Tel.: 02-48 47 81

PXA-H700

Printed in Korea (S)

68P02294K30-A

• 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.

MULTIMEDIA MANAGER™

Kukje Printing Co., Ltd

127-2 Gamjeon-dong

Sasang-gu

Busan Korea

1-EN

Contents

Operating Instructions

WARNING

WARNING ..................................................2

CAUTION ...................................................2

PRECAUTIONS .........................................3

Basic Operation

Turning the power on and off .......................................... 4

About indicators .............................................................. 4

Operating the Rotary encoder.......................................... 4

Setting the speakers ......................................................... 4

Using with Ai-NET connections ..................................... 5

Using with RCA-type or optical cable connections

(non Ai-NET connections) ........................................ 5

Automatic Adjustments

Performing time correction automatically

(Automated Time Correction) ................................... 6

Settings/Adjustments

Performing time correction manually (TCR)/Switching

the phase .................................................................... 8

Bass Focus ..................................................................... 10

Graphic equalizer adjustments ...................................... 12

Parametric equalizer adjustments ................................. 13

X-OVER ........................................................................ 15

X-OVER adjustment ..................................................... 16

MX settings ................................................................... 18

BASS COMP. setting .................................................... 19

ENGLISH

Using Dolby Surround

Using the Pro Logic II mode ......................................... 20

Adjustment procedure for Dolby Surround ................... 21

Speaker setup ................................................................. 22

Adjusting the speaker levels .......................................... 22

Mixing bass sound to the rear channel .......................... 23

Adjusting the acoustic image......................................... 24

Achieving powerful high volume sound ....................... 25

Adjusting the DVD level ............................................... 25

Convenient Functions

Navigation system voice guidance interruption ............ 26

Linear PCM setting ....................................................... 26

Display settings ............................................................. 27

MX mode setting (Ai-NET connection) ........................ 27

Storing settings in the memory ...................................... 28

Calling out stored values ............................................... 28

Defeat mode................................................................... 28

Switching the display mode .......................................... 29

Switching the color of the illumination ......................... 29

Installation and Connections

Warning ......................................................................... 30

Caution .......................................................................... 30

Precautions .................................................................... 31

Accessories .................................................................... 32

Installation ..................................................................... 33

Basic Connections Diagram .......................................... 36

Examples of system expansion...................................... 37

Information

Terminology .................................................................. 41

Others

In case of difficulty........................................................ 42

Specifications ................................................................ 43

LIMITED WARRANTY

2-EN

WARNING

This symbol means important instructions.

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.

Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before

performing these functions. Failure to do so may result in

an accident.

KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN

STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISE WHILE DRIVING.

Failure to do so may result in an accident.

MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING.

Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking

ahead of the vehicle and cause an accident.

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.

Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.

USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V

APPLICATIONS.

Use for other than its designed application may result in

fire, electric shock or other injury.

KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT

OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If

swallowed, consult a physician immediately.

USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN

REPLACING FUSES.

Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUND.

(Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do

so may result in fire, etc.

DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS.

Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result

in fire.

CAUTION

This symbol means important instructions.

Failure to heed them can result in injury or

material property damage.

HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS.

Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to

the product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or

the nearest Alpine Service Center for repairing.

3-EN

PRECAUTIONS

Temperature

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 PXA-H700 will not be installed in a

location subjected to:

• Direct sun and heat

• High humidity and water

• Excessive dust

• Excessive vibrations

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.

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About indicators

• PRO LOGIC II indicator

Lights green in the Dolby Surround decode

mode

• Dolby Digital indicator

Lights green in the Dolby Digital decode mode

• DTS indicator

Lights green in the DTS decode mode

Operating the Rotary encoder

This unit uses the Rotary encoder when

establishing settings or adjustments. When

operating with the Rotary encoder, press the

Rotary encoder and startup the Rotary encoder

before the operation.

Setting the speakers

First make the speaker settings.

Turn off speaker channels that are not

connected.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the

“SPEAKER SELECT” mode, then press the

ENTER button.

3Press the CHANNEL button to select the

speaker, then press the ENTER button.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to set the speaker

type ON or OFF, then press the ENTER button.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set all unconnected

speaker channels to “OFF”.

F1 (Front 1): Tw (Tweeter)/Full (Full Range)/OFF

F2 (Front 2): Full (Full Range)/OFF

R (Rear) : ON/OFF

Ct (Center) : Center/Sub.W (Subwoofer)/OFF

NOTE

Set to “Subwoofer” when a subwoofer is connected to

the center speaker output.

Sub.W (Subwoofer) : ON/OFF

* When Full (Full Range) is selected in F1

(Front 1), the confirmation message of

Tweeter presence will be displayed next.

Turn the Rotary encoder and select YES/

NO, then press the ENTER button. Please

set to protect the speakers.

5Press the SETUP button repeatedly to quit the

setup mode.

Basic Operation

CHANNEL

ENTER

SETUP

Rotary encoder

Turning the power on and off

This unit does not have a power switch. The head

unit to which the unit is connected, controls its

power.

NOTE

When the power is turned ON for the first time, the

SETUP mode is automatically activated.

PRO LOGIC II indicator

Dolby Digital indicator

DTS indicator

(Center)

Sub. W

(Subwoofer)

(Front 1) F2

(Front 2) R

(Rear)

5-EN

Adjusting the input level

Using the analog, RCA-type connections, the

PXA-H700’s input level must be preset from the

head unit.

Adjust the input level using a sound source with

a high recording level (such as pop or rock

music).

1Turn on the head unit’s power.

2Turn the Rotary encoder on the main unit

counterclockwise and set the volume level to “0”.

3Gradually increase the volume of the head unit

until “INPUT LEVEL OVER” appears in the

display.

Reduce the volume slightly from this position,

until “INPUT LEVEL OVER” display just turns off.

This completes the setting.

Do not change the head unit volume level from

this optimum setting. Use the PXA-H700, only,

for changing the volume level.

NOTE

Switch to the spectrum analyzer display mode or the

input channel display mode before adjusting the input

level. (See page 29)

Adjusting the volume, balance, fader and subwoofer

After determining the input level, adjust the

volume, balance, fader and subwoofer from the

PXA-H700. Be careful not to make these

adjustments on the head unit.

1Press the ENTER button and select the mode to

be adjusted.

2Turn the Rotary encoder within 5 seconds and

adjust to the desired level.

VOLUME : 0 ~ 35

BALANCE : L15 ~ R15

FADER : F15 ~ R15

Sub.W LEVEL : 0 ~ +15

NOTE

When the subwoofer is set to “OFF”, the Sub.W

LEVEL adjustment is ineffective.

Using with RCA-type or optical cable

connections (non Ai-NET connections)

Switching the input

The PXA-H700 is equipped with three sets of

analog signal inputs and three sets of digital

signal inputs. For further information about

connections, see Page 36.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “INPUT

SELECT” mode, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select the input

mode, then press the ENTER button.

4Press the SETUP button repeatedly to quit the

setup mode.

NOTE

Non Ai-NET connections

Alpine products are equipped for a bus connection

system called “Ai-NET” which can only be used for

connections between Ai-NET products.

The PXA-H700 is an Ai-NET product, but is designed to

allow connections to other (non Ai-NET) products as

well. Thus RCA-type and optical cable connections are

also possible.

Connections to non Ai-NET products are referred to as

“non Ai-NET connections”.

Analog 1 Analog 2 Analog 3

Digital 3 Digital 2 Digital 1

VOLUME FADERBALANCE

Sub.W LEVEL

Using with Ai-NET connections

When Ai-NET connections are used, the volume,

subwoofer, balance and fader are adjusted from

the head unit (they cannot be adjusted from the

PXA-H700). However, BASS and TREB can not

be adjusted from the head unit, so adjust them

from PXA-H700.

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2) Connect the microphone to the PXA-H700.

4Set the vehicle’s engine key to the ACC position.

• Vibrations could make it difficult to achieve

the appropriate adjustment values, so turn

the engine off.

• Noise could make it impossible for automatic

measurements to be made, so make sure

the air conditioner, heater and all other

devices are turned off.

5Press the AUTO TCR button.

6Turn the Rotary encoder, select the tweeter

setting, then press the ENTER button.

YES NO

The count down starts.

7Once the count down starts, get out of the

vehicle and shut the doors within 10 seconds.

With the automatic adjustment function, the

operation described below is performed.

Adjustments are completed in about 10 seconds.

Time correction.

“END” is displayed for about 15 seconds and the

automatic adjustment is completed.

To microphone

input jack Microphone

Belt, etc.

To microphone

input jack

Microphone

AUT TCR

10 sec .

to start

Performing time correction automatically

(Automated Time Correction)

Due to the particular conditions inside the

vehicle, there is a major difference between the

distances of the various speakers and the

listening position. This function uses the

included measurement microphone to

automatically measure and analyze the distances

between the speakers and the listening position

and perform the optimum time correction.

1Check that the defeat mode is off.

(See page 28.)

2Prepare the vehicle.

1) Park the vehicle in a quiet place.

2) Close the vehicle’s doors and windows.

3Connect the microphone.

1) Fasten the included microphone at the

center of the driver’s seat’s headrest facing

upwards.

Automatic Adjustments

AUTO TCR

ENTER

Rotary encoder

Base unit

7-EN

• If the microphone does not pick up the

sound or the speakers are not working or are

connected or wired improperly, the automatic

adjustments are not performed and a error

message is displayed.

Check the various speakers then perform

the automatic adjustments again.

8Check that the automatic adjustment has been

completed (that “END” has been displayed for

about 15 seconds), then get back into the

vehicle and disconnect the microphone.

9To store, follow the procedure described at

“Storing settings in the memory” (page 28).

NOTES

• Automatic measurements cannot be made unless the

microphone is connected (error display). To perform

time correction automatically, be sure to connect the

included microphone first.

• Before making automatic measurements, press the

AUTO TCR button to cancel it.

• No other operations can be performed while

measurements are being made.

• Measurements will differ according to the position in

which the microphone is mounted.

• Note that using for extended periods of time without

turning on the engine may wear down the battery.

• Automatic measurements cannot be made for the

subwoofer. Make the subwoofer setting manually.

Refer to “Performing time correction manually

(TCR)/Switching the phase” (page 8).

• When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the TCR

for that speaker cannot be adjusted. Refer to “Setting

the speakers” (page 4).

• After making the settings, we recommend storing

them in the memory. For instructions, see page 28.

AUT TCR

ERROR

8-EN

Performing time correction manually

(TCR)/Switching the phase

Because of the particular conditions inside the

vehicle, there are major differences in the

distances between the different speakers and the

listening position. The proper time correction can

be obtained using the automatic time correction

function (“AUTO TCR”), but it is also possible to

calculate the optimum correction values and

eliminate the time error at the listening position

yourself using this function. You can also use this

function to switch the phase.

1Check that the defeat mode is off.

(See page 28.)

2Sit in the listening position (the driver’s seat, for

example) and measure the distance (in meters)

between your head and the various speakers.

3Calculate the difference in distance between the

farthest speaker and the other speakers.

L = (distance of farthest speaker)

– (distance of other speakers)

4Divide the distances calculated for the different

speakers by the speed of sound (343 m/s

temperature 20°C).

This value is the time correction value for the

different speakers.

2.25m

0.5m

5.1ms

• Concrete examples

1.Calculating the time correction value for the

front left speaker on the diagram below.

Conditions:

Distance between farthest speaker and

listening position: 2.25 m (88-3/4")

Distance between front left speaker and

listening position: 0.5 m (20")

Calculation: L = 2.25 m (88-3/4") – 0.5 m (20")

= 1.75 m (68-3/4")

Compensation time = 1.75 ÷ 343 x 1000

= 5.1 (ms)

In other words, setting the time correction value

for the front left speaker to 5.1 (ms) sets a

virtual distance matching the distance to the

farthest speaker.

The sound is uneven

because the distance

between the listening

position and the different

speakers is different.

The difference in the

distance between the

front left and rear right

speakers is 1.75 meters

(68-3/4").

Time correction eliminates

the difference between

the time required for the

sound from the different

speakers to reach the

listening position.

Setting the time correction

of the front left speaker to

5.1 ms makes it possible

to coordinate the distance

from the listening position

to the speaker.

5Press the TCR/PHASE button to set the time

correction mode.

Settings/Adjustments

CHANNEL

ENTER

TCR/PHASE

Rotary encoder

9-EN

9Turn the Rotary encoder to switch the phase,

then press the CHANNEL button.

Press the ENTER button to return to step 8.

0 180

Repeat steps 7 to 9 to adjust other channels.

Once the adjustments are completed, press the

TCR/PHASE button.

NOTES

• When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the TCR

for that speaker is ineffective. Refer to “Setting the

speakers” (page 4).

• After making the settings, we recommend storing

them in the memory. For instructions, see page 28.

(factory default)

6Press and hold the CHANNEL button for at least

2 seconds and select “L and R (LR)” or “L or R”.

L and R (LR): Sets the same adjustment values

for the left and right channels.

L or R: Different adjustment values can

be set for the left and right

channels.

7Press the CHANNEL button and select the

desired channel, then press the ENTER button.

When “L and R (LR)” is selected:

When “L or R” is selected:

*1 When center is set to subwoofer, it is not

displayed.

*2 When center is set to subwoofer, it becomes

Sub.W(L).

*3 When center is set to subwoofer, it becomes

Sub.W(R).

8Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the time

correction value (0.00 ~ 20.00ms), then press

the ENTER button.

*The difference in the sound when the defeat

mode is turned off (adjusted time

correction) and on (default value) can be

checked as follows:

1) While in the adjustment mode, press and

hold the TCR/PHASE button for at least 2

seconds.

2) Press the TCR/PHASE button to switch the

defeat mode on and off and listen to the

difference in the sound.

3) To quit, select the desired setting, then press

the ENTER button.

Note that if you press the ENTER button with

the defeat mode turned on, the adjustments

are reset to the defeat on status (the default

values).

L and R (LR) L or R

Center

Sub. W

Front 1 Front 2 Rear

Front 2 R

Center

Sub. W

Front 1 L Front 1 R Front 2 L

Rear R Rear L

*2*3

TCR HPASEFL1RR/

DE YCLA

10. ms2R

PHA : 18 0 °SE

TCR HPASEFL1RR/

DE YCLA

10. ms2R

PHA : 180°SE

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Settings/Adjustments

Bass Focus

The time difference between the front-rear/left-

right speakers, can be adjusted a pair at a time.

Audible time correction can be made from 0.05

ms to 20.00 ms in 401 steps (0 to 400).

1Check that the defeat mode is off.

(See page 28.)

2Press the TCR/PHASE button to select the time

correction mode.

3Press the B.C. button to select the “BASS

FOCUS” setting mode.

4Press the CHANNEL button to select the front-

rear/left-right speaker.

5Turn the Rotary encoder to set the step of front-

rear/left-right.

6Moreover, for setting another channel (speaker),

repeat steps 4 and 5.

7After completing the setting, press the ENTER

button to return to the time correction mode.

Here, you can compare the sound of Defeat OFF

(adjustment value) and Defeat ON (initial).

For the operation method, refer to step 8 of

“Performing time correction manually (TCR)/

Switching the phase” on page 9.

8Press the TCR/PHASE button to complete the

setting.

NOTE

The setting made in Bass Focus is reflected in the time

correction.

FL FR

RL RR

FL FR

RL RR

FL FR

RL RR

FL FR

RL RR

Front (left-right)

speakers Left (front-rear)

speakers

Rear (left-right)

speakers Right (front-rear)

speakers

CHANNEL

ENTER

TCR/PHASE

B.C.

Rotary encoder

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Example of Steps 4 and 5 Setting

1.After entering corrections for the front (left and

right) speakers in STEP 30, the time difference

is 1.5 ms for both front-left and front-right

speakers.

2. After entering corrections for the left (front and

rear) speakers in STEP 30, the time difference

becomes 3.0 ms* for the front left speaker, and

1.5 ms for the left rear speaker.

* Because the time difference was already set

to 1.5 ms for the front left speakers in STEP 1,

the additional correction in STEP 30 makes

the time difference of the front left speaker 3.0

ms.

1.5ms

3.0ms

1.5ms

Time difference Table

Number

steps

Time

Difference

(ms)

0.00

0.05

0.10

0.15

0.20

0.25

0.30

0.35

0.40

0.45

0.50

0.55

0.60

0.65

0.70

0.75

0.80

0.85

0.90

0.95

1.00

1.05

1.10

1.15

1.20

1.25

1.30

1.35

1.40

1.45

1.50

1.55

1.60

1.65

Number

steps

Time

Difference

(ms)

1.70

1.75

1.80

1.85

1.90

1.95

2.00

2.05

2.10

2.15

2.20

2.25

2.30

2.35

2.40

2.45

2.50

2.55

2.60

2.65

2.70

2.75

2.80

2.85

2.90

2.95

3.00

3.05

3.10

3.15

3.20

3.25

3.30

3.35

Number

steps

100–399

400

Time

Difference

(ms)

3.40

3.45

3.50

3.55

3.60

3.65

3.70

3.75

3.80

3.85

3.90

3.95

4.00

4.05

4.10

4.15

4.20

4.25

4.30

4.35

4.40

4.45

4.50

4.55

4.60

4.65

4.70

4.75

4.80

4.85

4.90

4.95

5.00–19.95

20.00

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Settings/Adjustments

(factory default)

*3 When center is set to subwoofer, it becomes

Sub.W(R).

5Turn the Rotary encoder to select the

frequency, then press the ENTER button.

Adjustable frequencies

Front/Rear/Center: 20Hz~20kHz (1/3 octave

step)

Sub.W: 20Hz~160Hz (1/3 octave step)

6Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level (± 9

dB in steps of 1 dB), then press the ENTER

button.

7Repeat steps 5 and 6 to adjust other

frequencies.

8To adjust other channels, press the CHANNEL

button to return to step 4.

*The difference in the sound when the defeat

mode is turned off (adjusted graphic

equalizer settings) and on (default values)

can be checked as follows:

1) While in the adjustment mode, press and

hold the G.EQ button for at least 2 seconds.

2) Press the G.EQ button to switch the defeat

mode on and off and listen to the difference

in the sound.

3) To quit, select the desired setting, then press

the ENTER button.

Note that if you press the ENTER button with

the defeat mode turned on, the adjustments

are reset to the defeat on status (the default

values).

9Once the adjustments are completed, press the

G.EQ button.

NOTES

• When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the

graphic equalizer for that speaker is ineffective.

Refer to “Setting the speakers” (page 4).

• Check the playable frequency ranges of the connected

speakers before making the equalizer adjustments. If

the speaker’s playable frequency range is 55 Hz to 30

kHz, for example, adjusting the 40 Hz or 20 Hz band

has no effect. Additionally, you may overload and

damage the speakers.

• After making the settings, we recommend storing

them in the memory. For instructions, see page 28.

• When graphic EQ is adjusted, the adjustment for

parametric EQ becomes ineffective.

CHANNEL

ENTER

G.EQ

P.EQ

Rotary encoder

Graphic equalizer adjustments

The graphic equalizer allows you to modify the

sound using 31 bands each for the front (left and

right), rear (left and right) and center speakers.

An additional 10 bands are available for the

subwoofer. This allows you to customize the

sound to suit your taste.

1Check that the defeat mode is off.

(See page 28.)

2Press the G.EQ button to set the graphic

equalizer mode.

3Press and hold the CHANNEL button for at least

2 seconds and select “L and R (LR)” or “L or R”.

L and R (LR): Sets the same adjustment values

for the left and right channels.

L or R: Different adjustment values can

be set for the left and right

channels.

4Press the CHANNEL button to select the desired

channel, then press the ENTER button.

When “L and R (LR)” is selected:

When “L or R” is selected:

*1 When center is set to subwoofer, it is not

displayed.

*2 When center is set to subwoofer, it becomes

Sub.W(L).

Front Rear Center Sub. W

Rear R

Center

Sub. W

Front L Front R Rear L

*2*3

31– .E

Front LG

–9dB

12.5kHz

L and R (LR) L or R

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6Turn the Rotary encoder to select the

frequency, then press the ENTER button.

For the adjustable frequencies, see page 43.

7Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the band

width (Q), then press the ENTER button.

The band width can be adjusted in 6 steps of

0.5/1/2/3/4/5.

8Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level (±9

dB in steps of 1 dB), then press the ENTER

button.

(factory default)

L and R (LR) L or R

Front Rear Center Sub. W

Rear R

Center

Sub. W

Front L Front R Rear L

*2*3

P.E FPront L

BA : 4ND

3.1Fc: Hz5k

Lv :+7dB

Parametric equalizer adjustments

The frequency bands of the graphic equalizer are

fixed. This makes it very difficult to correct for

undesired peaks and dips at specific frequencies.

The parametric equalizer’s center frequency can

be tuned these specific frequencies. Then, the

bandwidth (Q) and level are fine-tuned,

independently, to make the necessary

corrections. The parametric equalizer function is

an advanced tool for serious audiophiles.

1Check that the defeat mode is off.

(See page 28.)

2Press the P.EQ button to set the parametric

equalizer mode.

3Press and hold the CHANNEL button for at least

2 seconds and select “L and R (LR)” or “L or R”.

L and R (LR): Sets the same adjustment values

for the left and right channels.

L or R:

Different adjustment values can be

set for the left and right channels.

4Press the CHANNEL button to select the desired

channel, then press the ENTER button.

When “L and R (LR)” is selected:

When “L or R” is selected:

*1 When center is set to subwoofer, it is not

displayed.

*2 When center is set to subwoofer, it becomes

Sub.W(L).

*3 When center is set to subwoofer, it becomes

Sub.W(R).

5Turn the Rotary encoder to select the band,

then press the ENTER button.

Adjustable bands

Front/Rear/Center : 5 bands

Sub.W : 2 bands

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P.E FPront L

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P.E Front L

BA : 4ND

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NOTES

• When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the

parametric equalizer for that speaker is ineffective.

Refer to “Setting the speakers” (page 4).

• It is not possible to adjust the frequencies of adjacent

bands within 7 steps.

• Check the playable frequency ranges of the connected

speakers before making the equalizer adjustments. If

the speaker's playable frequency range is 55 Hz to 30

kHz, for example, adjusting the 40 Hz or 20 Hz band

has no effect. Additionally, you may overload and

damage the speakers.

• After making the settings, we recommend storing

them in the memory. For instructions, see page 28.

• When parametric EQ is adjusted, the adjustment for

graphic EQ becomes ineffective.

Settings/Adjustments

9Repeat steps 5 to 8 to adjust other bands.

To adjust other channels, press the CHANNEL

button to return to step 4.

*To compare the factory default settings

(DEFEAT ON) with your newly adjusted

parametric equalizer settings (DEFEAT

OFF), do the following:

1) While in the adjustment mode, press and

hold the P.EQ button for at least 2 seconds.

2) Press the P.EQ button to switch the defeat

mode on and off and listen to the difference

in the sound.

3) To quit, select the desired setting, then press

the ENTER button.

Note that if you press the ENTER button with

the defeat mode turned on, the adjustments

are reset to the defeat on status (the default

values).

Once the adjustments are completed, press the

P.EQ button.

CHANNEL

ENTER

P.EQ

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X-OVER

The PXA-H700 is equipped with an active

crossover allowing the frequency bands to be

split before amplification. Because of this, there

is no need for a passive network between the

speakers and amplifiers. This makes the

amplifiers fully independent, eliminating the

problem of interference. This also makes it

possible to achieve the optimum acoustic space

by dividing the playback frequencies in a way

suited to the speaker’s response.

This adjustment requires sufficient knowledge

and experience. If you have problems, we

suggest you have the adjustment made by your

store authorized of Alpine dealer.

Adjust the high pass filter (H.P.F.) and low pass

filter (L.P.F.) and set the slope (filter response

attenuation slope) for the different bands.

Make the adjustments according to the playable

frequency ranges and frequency responses of

the connected speakers.

Cutoff frequency

adjustment range

(1/6 octave steps) Slope adjustment

H.P.F. L.P.F. H.P.F. L.P.F.

Front 1

(Front speaker 1)

Select TWEETER

6/12/18/

24/30dB

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

1kHz –

18kHz 1.1kHz –

20kHz

Front 1

(Front speaker 1)

Select FULL RANGE

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

20Hz –

18kHz 22Hz –

20kHz

Front 2

(Front speaker 2)

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

20Hz –

18kHz 22Hz –

20kHz

Rear

(Rear speaker)

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

20Hz –

18kHz 22Hz –

20kHz

Center*

(Center speaker)

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

20Hz –

18kHz 22Hz –

20kHz

Sub. W

(Subwoofer)

6/12/18/

24/30dB/

Filter OFF

6/12/18/

24/30dB

20Hz –

180Hz 22Hz –

200Hz

20Hz 10kHz

The H.P.F. setting cannot be the same as or

exceed the L.P.F. setting for that channel.

• The crossover network is a filter that divides

specific frequency bands.

• The high pass filter is a filter that cuts

frequencies below a certain frequency (bass

frequencies) and lets through treble

frequencies.

• The low pass filter is a filter that cuts

frequencies above a certain frequency

(treble frequencies) and lets through bass

frequencies.

• The slope is a value expressing the

attenuation of the signal in decibels when the

frequency is increased or decreased by one

octave.

• The higher the slope value, the steeper the

slope.

• If the slope is set to “OFF”, the signal does

not pass through the filter, so there is no

effect.

• In order to protect the speakers, if Tweeter is

selected in Front 1, there is no filter OFF

(slope OFF) setting for H.P.F.

For the same reason, the subwoofer low

pass filter cannot be turned off (the slope

cannot be set to “OFF”.)

• Tweeters may be damaged if low frequency

signals are input to them.

Signals with these frequencies output

Slope adjustment

Slope OFF

H.P.F. cutoff frequency L.P.F. cutoff frequency

*If center is set as subwoofer, the adjustment

range changes to the range of subwoofer.

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X-OVER adjustment

This section describes the procedure for making

the X-OVER adjustment. Before performing this

procedure, see “X-OVER” on page 15.

1Check that the defeat mode is off.

(See page 28.)

2Press the X-OVER button to set the X-OVER

adjustment mode.

3Press and hold the CHANNEL button for at least

2 seconds and select “L and R (LR)” or “L or R”.

L and R (LR): Sets the same adjustment values

for the left and right channels.

L or R: Different adjustment values can be

set for the left and right channels.

4Press the CHANNEL button to select the desired

channel, then press the ENTER button.

When “L and R (LR)” is selected:

When “L or R” is selected:

*1 When center is set to subwoofer, it is not

displayed.

*2 When center is set to subwoofer, it becomes

Sub.W(L).

*3 When center is set to subwoofer, it becomes

Sub.W(R).

Settings/Adjustments

(factory default)

5Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the H.P.F.

cutoff frequency, then press the ENTER button.

The adjustable bands differ according to the

channel (speaker).

6Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the H.P.F.

slope, then press the ENTER button.

To set filter off (slope off), press and hold the X-

OVER button for at least 2 seconds.

7Next, make the adjust for the L.P.F. in the same

way as in steps 5 and 6.

8Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level,

then press the CHANNEL button.

Press the ENTER button to return to step 5.

The level can be adjusted between –12 and 0.

9Repeat steps 4 to 8 to adjust other channels.

Once the adjustments are completed, press the

X-OVER button.

CHANNEL

ENTER

X-OVER

Rotary encoder

L and R (LR) L or R

Center

Sub. W

Front 1 Front 2 Rear

Front 2 R

Center

Sub. W

Front 1 L Front 1 R Front 2 L

Rear R Rear L

*2*3

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Hint for adjusting the subwoofer

• If the subwoofer is installed on the rear deck,

setting a gentle L.P.F. slope (for example 6 dB/

oct.) makes the sound localization more to the

rear. This can also affect the acoustic

localization of the front.

Hints for adjusting the high range

• Depending on the speaker, inputting low

frequency component signals (about 2 kHz or

less) with the H.P.F. adjustment could result in

distortion. If so, set a steep slope (for example

30 dB/oct.).

When doing so, adjust so that the mid and high

range sounds do not separate.

• Normally use with the L.P.F. off. If the high

range is too strong, we recommend adjusting for

a gentle slope.

Hint for adjusting the low range

• When a subwoofer is connected and you are

using a speaker with a low range of under 10 or

12 cm (3-15/16" or 4-3/4"), setting the low range

H.P.F. to “OFF” can result in distortion when low

frequency components are input.

If so, set the H.P.F. slope to a value suited for

the speaker’s frequency response.

NOTES

• In order to protect the speakers, if Tweeter is selected

in Front 1, there is no filter OFF (slope OFF) setting

for H.P.F.

For the same reason, the subwoofer low pass filter

cannot be turned off (the slope cannot be set to

“OFF”.)

• When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the X-

OVER for that speaker is ineffective. Refer to

“Setting the speakers” (page 4).

• Check the playback frequencies of the connected

speakers before adjusting.

• After making the settings, we recommend storing

them in the memory. For instructions, see page 28.

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MX settings

MX (Media Xpander) makes vocals or

instruments sound distinct regardless of the

music source. The radio, CD, and MP3, will be

able to reproduce the music clearly even in cars

with a lot of road noise.

1When “Auto” has been set as the MX mode

setting (see page 27) while using the PXA-

H700 in combination with an Ai-NET head

unit equipped with an automatic MX mode

selection function (DVA-7996, etc.)

In this case, the MX mode is selected

automatically according to the music source on

the head unit. The MX mode can be set from

the PXA-H700 using the operation described

below.

1Press the MX button to set the MX setting mode.

2In case of “MX OFF”, press and hold the MX

button for at least 2 seconds to turn the MX

mode on.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired

mode, then press the ENTER button.

• When “OFF” is selected, the MX effect is

turned off.

• The level for the currently selected music

source (radio, CD, etc.) can be adjusted.

FM: MX1 to 3 and OFF

The medium to high frequencies become

more clear, and produces well balanced

sound in all the bands.

CD: MX1 to 3 and OFF

CD mode processes a large quantity of data.

This data is used to reproduce the sound

cleanly by making use of the data quantity.

MP3/XM: MX1 to 3 and OFF

This corrects information that was omitted at

the time of compression. This reproduces a

well-balanced sound close to the original.

DVD/Video CD: MOVIE MX 1~2, MUSIC, OFF

MOVIE MX 1~2: The dialogues of movies

are played with greater clarity.

MUSIC: Discs containing music clips are

played with a more dynamic sound.

AUX: MP3, MUSIC, MOVIE, OFF

Choose the MX mode (MP3, MUSIC, or

MOVIE) that corresponds to the media

connected.

4Once the settings are completed, press the MX

button.

NOTES

• Operations cannot be performed when the defeat

mode (page 28) is on.

• Each music source, such as radio, CD, and MP3 can

have its own MX setting.

• If "MX OFF" is set in step 2, the MX mode is set to

off for all music sources.

2When combining non Ai-Net head unit

products

When combining Ai-Net head unit products

without MX interlocking function

When combining Ai-Net head unit products

(DVA-7996, etc.) with MX interlocking

function considering that “MX mode setting”

(page 27) is set to “Manual”.

In these cases, the PXA-H700 is not interlocked

with the head unit, therefore it is necessary to set

the MX from the PXA-H700 with the operations

below.

1Press the MX button to set the MX setting mode.

2In case of “MX OFF”, press and hold the MX

button for at least 2 seconds to turn the MX

mode on.

Settings/Adjustments

ENTER

MX B.C.

Rotary encoder

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3Turn the Rotary encoder to select the source

(media) you want to set, then press the ENTER

button.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired

mode, then press the ENTER button.

For further information about setting mode, see

step 3 of 1 (page 18).

5To set other sources (media), press the MX

button and return to step 3.

6Once the settings are completed, press the MX

button repeatedly.

NOTES

• Operations cannot be performed when the defeat

mode (page 28) is on.

• The source (media), such as radio, CD, and MP3 can

be set.

• “MX OFF” can be set in step 2.

BASS COMP. setting

The sound of the low frequencies can be

adjusted to suit your tastes.

1Check that the defeat mode is off.

(See page 28.)

2Press the B.C. button to set the “BASS COMP.”

setting mode.

3In case of “BASS COMP. OFF”, press and hold

the B.C. button for at least 2 seconds to turn the

BASS COMP. mode on.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired

mode, then press the ENTER button.

As the bass level increases in order of BASS

COMP. 1, BASS COMP. 2, BASS COMP. 3, you

can enjoy listening to the powerful sound.

5Once the settings are completed, press the B.C.

button.

NOTE

“BASS COMP. OFF” can be set in step 3.

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*If DOLBY PL II MUSIC is selected, the

center width can be adjusted with following

operations.

This function offers the optimum vocal position

by adjusting the center channel position

between the center speaker and the L/R

speaker. (The adjustments established in

“Adjusting the acoustic image” (page 24) are

ineffective while this function is activated.)

1) After selecting DOLBY PL II MUSIC, within

15 seconds, press and hold the PLII/

REAR FILL button for at least 2 seconds.

2) Turn the Rotary encoder to select “Center

Width ON” or “Center Width OFF”, then

press the ENTER button.

When the setting is turned ON, the optimum

vocal position is offered by adjusting the

center channel position between the center

speaker and the L/R speaker.

3) Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level,

then press the ENTER button.

The level can be adjusted between 0 to 7.

When the level increases, the center channel

position moves from the center speaker

position to both side.

4) After the setting, press and hold the

PLII/REAR FILL button for at least 2

seconds.

NOTES

• Avoid stopping, pausing, switching the disc, cueing,

fast-forwarding or switching the audio channel of the

player while making this adjustment. The setting is

canceled if the decode mode is switched.

• This adjustment is ineffective if the center speaker is

set to “OFF” or “Sub.W” in the speaker setup

settings.

2Once the settings are completed, press the DISP

button.

NOTES

• This function only works with two-channel signals.

This operation is ineffective when 5.1-channel DTS

or Dolby Digital signals are input.

• “REAR FILL” function

Depending on the input signals, the sound may only

be output from the front speakers. In this case, the

“REAR FILL” function can be used to output signals

from the rear speakers as well.

• If the setting of REAR FILL is made when REAR MIX

is ON, sound is unchanged in the rear fill setting

because REAR MIX is given priority during 2

channel decoder other than linear PCM.

• For linear PCM signals, the voice is output from the

rear speaker regardless of the REAR FILL and REAR

MIX setting.

• Once the settings are made, we recommend storing

them in the memory. See page 28 for instructions.

Using Dolby Surround

PLII/

REAR FILL

ENTER

DISP

Using the Pro Logic II mode

With the PXA-H700, Pro Logic processing can be

conducted on the music signals recorded on two

channels to achieve Dolby Pro Logic II surround

sound. For two-channel Dolby Digital and DTS

signals, there is also a “REAR FILL” function for

outputting the signals of the front channel to the

rear channel.

1Press the PLII/REAR FILL button and select

the desired mode.

The setting mode is canceled if no operation is

performed within 15 seconds after the mode is

selected.

DOLBY PL II MOVIE: Suits the stereo TV

shows and all programs

encoded in Dolby

Surround. It improves

the sound field

directivity to near that of

discrete 5.1-channel

sound.

DOLBY PL II MUSIC: Can be used for all

stereo music

recordings, and

provides a wide, deep

sound field.

REAR FILL

OFF

DOLBY PL II MOVIE DOLBY PL II MUSIC

Rotary encoder

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Adjustment procedure for Dolby Surround

Make the adjustments described below in order to reproduce Dolby Digital and DTS sound with greater

accuracy.

Adjustment procedure

Speaker setup (page 22)

(Turning the speakers to be used on and off and setting their response)

Adjusting the speaker levels (page 22)

(Adjusting the signal output level to the various speakers)

Adjusting the DVD level (page 25)

(Adjust the volume (signal level) in the Dolby Digital, Pro Logic II, DTS

and PCM modes.)

Adjusting the acoustic image (page 24)

(Adjusting the acoustic image to achieve a sound as if the center

speaker were directly in front of the listener)

Mixing bass sound to the rear channel (page 23)

(Achieving smooth sound in the rear seat by mixing the front audio

signals with the rear speaker signals)

Storing settings in the memory (page 28)

(Storing all the settings and adjustments made on the PXA-H700 (not

only the above settings/adjusts) in the memory)

Achieving powerful high volume sound (page 25)

(Achieving energetic sound with even greater power, like the sound in a

movie theater)

NOTE

In case of combining the Automatic adjustments etc.

We recommend to make the Automatic adjustments before the Dolby Surround adjustments.

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Using Dolby Surround

OFF:

When no speaker is connected

SMALL:

When a speaker that cannot play low

frequencies (80 Hz or less) is connected

LARGE:

When a speaker that can play low frequencies

(80 Hz or less) is connected

*1: It is not possible to set the front speakers to

“OFF”.

*2: If the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, the

rear and center speakers cannot be set to

“LARGE”.

6Press the SETUP button repeatedly to quit the

setup mode.

NOTES

• If the center speaker is turned "OFF", the center

channel's audio signals are added to the audio

signals output from the front speakers.

• If you set the speaker response to “OFF”, also set

the speaker setting to “OFF”. (See page 4.)

• Perform the setup for all the speakers (“Front”,

“Center”,“Rear” and “Sub. W”). If not, the sound

may not be balanced.

• When center is set to subwoofer, the setting is

ineffective even if center is set with this function.

• Once the settings are made, we recommend storing

them in the memory. See page 28 for instructions.

Adjusting the speaker levels

Use the PXA-H700’s test tones to make the

volume adjustments of the different speakers.

When levels are equal, a strong sense of

presence can be heard from the different

speakers at the listening position.

NOTE

Avoid stopping, pausing, switching the disc, cueing,

fast-forwarding or switching the audio channel of the

player while making this adjustment. The setting is

canceled if the decode mode is switched.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “5.1CH

SETUP” mode, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select “OUTPUT

LEVEL”, then press the ENTER button.

CHANNEL

ENTER

SETUP

Rotary encoder

Speaker setup

The PXA-H700 can be set according to the

playable frequency range of your speakers.

Check the playable frequency range of the

speakers (not including the subwoofer) before

performing this operation to verify whether the

speakers can play low frequencies (of about 80

Hz or less).

NOTE

Avoid stopping, pausing, switching the disc, cueing,

fast-forwarding or switching the audio channel of the

player while making this adjustment. The setting is

canceled if the decode mode is switched.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “5.1CH

SETUP” mode, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select the

“SPEAKER SETUP”, then press the ENTER

button.

4Press the CHANNEL button to select the

speaker, then press the ENTER button.

5Turn the Rotary encoder to select the speaker

property, then press the ENTER button.

Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set the various items.

(Subwoofer is only ON/OFF.)

Front Center Rear Sub. W

OFF SMALL LARGE

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4Turn the Rotary encoder to select “Auto”, then

press the ENTER button. Test tone output is

repeated for each of the different speaker

channels. They will be repeated in the order

shown below.

If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, the

channel switches to the next channel.

5While the test tones are being produced from the

speakers, turn the Rotary encoder to adjust so

that the volume of the different speakers is

equal.

• The adjustment range for the different

speakers is ± 10 dB.

• Adjust based on the front speakers.

6Press the SETUP button repeatedly to quit the

setup mode.

Adjusting the level for individual speakers

(manual)

1) At step 4 above, select “Manual”, then press the

ENTER button.

2) Press the CHANNEL button or ENTER button to

select the speaker you wish to adjust.

3) Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the output

level.

4) Repeat steps 2) and 3) above to adjust the levels

of the different speakers.

5) Press the SETUP button again to quit the setup

mode.

NOTES

• If a speaker is set to the off mode, that speaker’s level

adjustment cannot be made.

Refer to “Speaker setup” (page 22).

• Once the settings are made, we recommend storing

them in the memory. See page 28 for instructions.

RS (Right surround)

LS (Left surround)

L (Left front) C (Center) R (Right front)

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “5.1CH

SETUP” mode, then press the ENTER buton.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select “REAR MIX”,

then press the ENTER button.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to select “REAR MIX

ON” or “REAR MIX OFF”, then press the ENTER

button.

When set to “ON”, the front audio signals are

mixed into the audio signals output from the rear

speakers.

5Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level,

then press the ENTER button.

The level can adjusted in five steps: –6, –3, 0, +3

and +6. The higher the level, the more bass is

output from the rear speakers. (The effect differs

according to the software (DVD, etc.).)

6Once the settings are completed, press the

SETUP button repeatedly to quit the setup

mode.

NOTES

• This adjustment is ineffective when the rear speaker

setup setting is set to “OFF”.

• For linear PCM signals, the voice is output from the

rear speaker regardless of the REAR FILL and REAR

MIX setting.

• Once the settings are made, we recommend storing

them in the memory. See page 28 for instructions.

Mixing bass sound to the rear channel

This function mixes the front channel audio

signals to the audio signals output from the rear

speakers, improving the sound in the vehicle’s

rear seat.

NOTE

Avoid stopping, pausing, switching the disc, cueing,

fast-forwarding or switching the audio channel of the

player while making this adjustment. The setting is

canceled if the decode mode is switched.

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Using Dolby Surround

Adjusting the acoustic image

In most installations, the center speaker must be

placed directly between the front passenger and

driver. Using this function, the center channel

information is distributed to the left and right

speakers. This creates an acoustic image

simulating a center speaker directly in front of

each listener. Adjusting the center width in

DOLBY PL II MUSIC (see “Using the Pro Logic II

mode”, page 20), makes this function ineffective.

NOTE

Avoid stopping, pausing, switching the disc, cueing,

fast-forwarding or switching the audio channel of the

player while making this adjustment. The setting is

canceled if the decode mode is switched.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “5.1CH

SETUP” mode, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select “BI-

PHANTOM”, then press the ENTER button.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to select “BI-

PHANTOM ON” or “BI-PHANTOM OFF”, then

press the ENTER button.

When set to “ON”, the center channel

information is distributed to the left and right

speakers. This creates an acoustic image

simulating a center speaker directly in front of

each listener.

5Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level,

then press the ENTER button.

The level can be adjusted within the range of –5

to +5. The higher the level, the more the position

of the center speaker is shifted to the sides.

6Once the settings are completed, press the

SETUP button repeatedly to quit the setup

mode.

NOTES

• This adjustment is ineffective if the center speaker is

set to “OFF” or “Sub.W” in the speaker setup

settings.

• Once the settings are made, we recommend storing

them in the memory. See page 28 for instructions.

ENTER

SETUP

Rotary encoder

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Achieving powerful high volume sound

With Dolby Digital, the dynamic range is

compressed so that powerful sound can be

achieved at regular volume levels. This

compression can be canceled to achieve an

energetic sound with even greater power, like the

sound in a movie theater.

NOTE

This function works only in the Dolby Digital mode.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “5.1CH

SETUP” mode, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select “LISTENING

MODE”, then press the ENTER button.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to select “STANDARD”

or “MAXIMUM”, then press the ENTER button.

STANDARD:

For powerful sound at regular volume levels

MAXIMUM:

For powerful sound at high volumes

5Press the SETUP button repeatedly to quit the

setup mode.

NOTES

• Keep the volume to a level at which sounds outside

the vehicle can still be heard.

• This function may have no effect, depending on the

type of software (DVD, etc.).

• Once the settings are made, we recommend storing

them in the memory. See page 28 for instructions.

STANDARD MAXIMUM

Adjusting the DVD level

The volume (signal level) for the Dolby Digital,

Pro Logic II, DTS and PCM modes can be set.

NOTE

Avoid stopping, pausing, switching the disc, cueing,

fast-forwarding or switching the audio channel of the

player while making this adjustment. The setting is

canceled if the decode mode is switched.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “5.1CH

SETUP” mode, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “DVD

LEVEL”, then press the ENTER button.

4Press the ENTER button to select the mode to

be adjusted.

5Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level.

The level can be adjusted in the range of –5 to

+5.

6Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set the levels for the

various modes.

Once the settings are completed, press the

SETUP button repeatedly to quit the setup

mode.

NOTE

After making the settings, we recommend storing them

in the memory. For instructions, see page 28.

DOLBY D DOLBY PL II DTS PCM

(DOLBY DIGITAL)

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Convenient Functions

Linear PCM setting

The output when playing discs recorded in linear

PCM can be set to 2 or 3 channels.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “PCM

MODE”, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select “2ch Output”

or “3ch Output”, then press the ENTER button.

2ch Output: 2ch output (L/R)

3ch Output: 3ch output (L/R/CENTER)

4Press the SETUP button repeatedly to quit the

setup mode.

NOTE

This PCM mode is ineffective if the center speaker is set

to “OFF” or “Sub.W” in the speaker setup settings.

ENTER

SETUP

Rotary encoder

Navigation system voice guidance

interruption

When the navigation system is connected, make

the navigation system’s voice guidance

messages to interrupt the PXA-H700, then

output from the front speaker.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “NAVI

MIX” mode, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select “NAVI MIX

ON” or “NAVI MIX OFF”, then press the ENTER

button.

When ON is set, the navigation system's voice

guidance messages interrupts the PXA-H700.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the “MIX

LEVEL” (volume level of navigation voice), then

press the ENTER button.

The level can be adjusted from 1 to 15.

5Turn the Rotary encoder and set “GUIDE

CONT.” to “2”, then press the ENTER button.

Do not use “1”.

6Press the SETUP button repeatedly to quit the

setup mode.

NOTE

For connection with navigation, refer to the

"Installation and Connections" (page 40).

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Display settings

The display’s contrast and LCD (negative/

positive) can be adjusted.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “DISPLAY

SETUP” mode, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust

“CONTRAST”, then press the ENTER button.

Adjust the contrast (color depth) between –8~+8

so that the display is easy to see.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to perform the “LCD

MODE” setting, then press the ENTER button.

Set the display to “POSITIVE (Pos.)” or

“NEGATIVE (Neg.)” according to your tastes.

5Once the settings are completed, press the

SETUP button repeatedly to quit the setup

mode.

MX mode setting (Ai-NET connection)

Use this setting when using the PXA-H700 in

combination with an Ai-NET head unit equipped

with the automatic MX mode selection function

(for example, DVA-7996).

When the MX mode is set to “Auto”, the MX

settings of the head unit (the MX modes for the

different music sources) are sent to the PXA-

H700.

1Press the SETUP button.

The setup mode is set.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the “MX

MODE”, then press the ENTER button.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select “Auto” or

“Manual”, then press the ENTER button.

Auto:

When the PXA-H700 is used in combination

with an Ai-NET head unit equipped with the

automatic MX mode selection function (for

example, DVA-7996), the MX settings of the

head unit are sent to the PXA-H700.

In addition, the MX mode switches

automatically according to the music source

selected by the head unit.

Manual:

Perform the MX operations on the PXA-

H700.

4Press the SETUP button repeatedly to quit the

setup mode.

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Convenient Functions

Storing settings in the memory

Up to six adjustments and settings can be stored

in the PXA-H700’s memory.

1Make the adjustment or setting you want to store

in the memory.

2Press and hold any button from 1 to 6 for at least

2 seconds to store the setting into preset

memory (“MEMORY1” to “MEMORY6”).

NOTES

• This operation can only be performed when the

defeat mode is turned off.

• The stored contents will not be deleted even when the

battery power cord is detached.

Calling out stored values

1Press any button from 1 to 6 to select the preset

memory you want to call out (“MEMORY1” to

“MEMORY6”).

In the preset memory, numerous settings/

adjustments are stored. Therefore, it may take

some time to access the stored preset memory.

NOTE

This operation can only be performed when the defeat

mode is turned off.

Defeat mode

1Press the DEFEAT button.

All properties are made flat.

2Press the DEFEAT button again to cancel.

NOTES

• The “Parametric EQ”, “Graphic EQ”, “AUTO

TCR”, “TCR/phase switching”, “MX”, “X-OVER”

and “BASS COMP. setting” operations cannot be

performed when the defeat mode is turned on.

• To protect the speakers, the “X-OVER” setting does

not change.

DEFEAT

1~6

DISP

SAV

RY 2

PRESE

AING

RY 1

PRESE

DEFEAT

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Switching the display mode

1Press the DISP button to select the desired

display mode.

INP HTC

P–2

L R

Ls Rs

FLE

Example of input channel (When

monaural surround signal (s) is

not inputted)

The display changes according to the

input signals. The indicated items are

highlighted when there is no input.

L: Left front channel

R: Right front channel

C: Center channel

Ls: Left surround channel

Rs: Right surround channel

S: Monaural surround signal

LFE: Low frequency deep bass signal

Switching the color of the illumination

The color of the PXA-H700’s switch illumination

can be changed.

1Press and hold the DISP button for at least 2

seconds and select the desired color.

Select green or amber.

Input channel display

Spectrum analyzer display(1~3)

Display OFF

Preset No.

Equalizer setting

display

Displays whether

the current EQ

setting is graphic

EQ or parametric

EQ.

G: Graphic EQ

P: Parametric EQ

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Installation and Connections

Before installing or connecting the unit, please

read the following and pages 2 and 3 of this

manual thoroughly for proper use.

Warning

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.

Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.

USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN

REPLACING FUSES.

Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS.

Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire

or product damage.

USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUND.

(Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do

so may result in fire, etc.

BEFORE WIRING, DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM

THE NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due

to electrical shorts.

DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED

IN SURROUNDING OBJECTS.

Arrange wiring and cables in compliance with the manual

to prevent obstructions when driving. Cables or wiring

that obstruct or hang up on places such as the steering

wheel, gear lever, brake pedals, etc. can be extremely

hazardous.

DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES.

Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other

equipment. Doing so will exceed the current carrying

capacity of the wire and result in fire or electric shock.

DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN

DRILLING HOLES.

When drilling holes in the chassis for installation, take

precautions so as not to contact, damage or obstruct pipes,

fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Failure to take such

precautions may result in fire.

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.

DO NOT INSTALL THE MONITOR NEAR THE

PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG.

If the unit is not installed correctly the air bag may not

function correctly and when triggered the air bag may

cause the monitor to spring upwards causing an accident

and injuries.

DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS.

Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result

in fire.

KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT

OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If

swallowed, consult a physician immediately.

DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT

HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION, SUCH AS THE

STEERING WHEEL OR GEARSHIFT.

Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper

movement etc. and results in serious accident.

Caution

HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY

EXPERTS.

The wiring and installation of this unit requires special

technical skill and experience. To ensure safety, always

contact the dealer where you purchased this product to

have the work done.

USE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL

THEM SECURELY.

Be sure to use only the specified accessory parts. Use of

other than designated parts may damage this unit

internally or may not securely install the unit in place.

This may cause parts to become loose resulting in hazards

or product failure.

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ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR

PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE.

Route the cables and wiring away from moving parts (like

the seat rails) or sharp or pointed edges. This will prevent

crimping and damage to the wiring. If wiring passes

through a hole in metal, use a rubber grommet to prevent

the wire’s insulation from being cut by the metal edge of

the hole.

DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH

MOISTURE OR DUST.

Avoid installing the unit in locations with high incidence

of moisture or dust. Moisture or dust that penetrates into

this unit may result in product failure.

Precautions

• Be sure to disconnect the cable from the (–) battery

post before installing your PXA-H700. 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.

• When making connections to the vehicle’s electrical

system, be aware of the factory installed components

(e.g. on-board computer). Do not tap into these leads to

provide power for this unit. When connecting the

PXA-H700 to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the

intended circuit of the PXA-H700 has the appropriate

amperage. Failure to do so may result in damage to the

unit and/or the vehicle. When in doubt, consult your

ALPINE dealer.

• The PXA-H700 uses female RCA-type jacks for

connection to other units (e.g. amplifier) having RCA

connectors. You may need an adaptor to connect other

units. If so, please contact your authorized ALPINE

dealer for assistance.

Wiring Connections

Improper wiring connections could cause serious damage

to your audio system. Be sure you:

1. DO NOT connect (–) wires from left and right speakers

together.

2. DO NOT ground any speaker wires.

3. DO NOT run wires where they may be pinched or cut.

4. DO NOT leave bare speaker terminals exposed. They

may contact the vehicle chassis and cause a short.

Fuse

When replacing the fuse(s), the replacement fuse must be

of the same amperage as shown on the fuse holder. If the

fuse(s) blows more than once, carefully check all

electrical connections for shorted circuitry. Also have your

vehicle’s voltage regulator checked. Do not attempt to

repair the unit yourself; return it to your Alpine dealer or

nearest Alpine Service Station for servicing.

Temperature

In order to ensure proper performance, be sure the

temperature in your vehicle is above 14°F (–10°C) and

below 140°F (60°C) before turning your unit on. Good air

circulation is essential to prevent internal heat build-up in

the unit.

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Installation and Connections

IMPORTANT

Please record the serial number of your unit in

the space provided below and keep it as a

permanent record. The serial number plate is

located on the bottom of the unit.

SERIAL NUMBER:

INSTALLATION DATE:

INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN:

PLACE OF PURCHASE:

To prevent external noise from entering the

audio system.

• Locate the unit and route the leads at least 10 cm away

from the car harness.

• Keep the battery power leads as far away from other

leads as possible.

• Connect the ground lead securely to a bare metal spot

(remove any paint, dirt or grease if necessary) of the

car chassis.

• 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.

Accessories

Ai-NET cable Display cable

Connection Cable Velcro fastener for

mounting control

unit or base unit

Pan head screw

(M3 x 5)

x 2

Microphone

Flat head screw

(M5 x 8)

x 4

Flush mount

x 2

Self-tapping screw

(M2.6 x 8)

x 4

Flanged self-

tapping screw

(M4 x 14)

x 4

x 3

Mounting unit

1 set

33-EN

Installation

The PXA-H700 is made up of two components: the

Control Unit and Base Unit.

Mounting the control unit

CAUTION:

Do not install the control unit near the air-bag of the

front passenger’s seat.

• Confirm the installation location will be safe.

• Determine the mounting position on the

dashboard. The area should be large enough to

center the unit and reasonably flat.

Installation using Velcro fastener

1. Without separating the two pieces of Velcro

fastener, peel off the paper backing on one side

and place on the back of the control unit.

2. Make sure the location selected is free from

moisture or dirt. Peel off the backing paper from

the other side of the Velcro fastener on the

control.

3. Place the control unit on the mounting location

and press the unit firmly to mount securely.

Mounting other units

1Remove the face plate.

2Use a screwdriver, etc., to slide the locking pin,

then take out the inner case.

3Mount the control unit using the included screws.

4Mount the previously removed inner case into

the dashboard. Slide the control unit into the

case.

1After step 2 on “Mounting other units” of

“Mounting the control unit”, remove the side

bracket.

2Mount the control unit using the included screws.

Face plate

Inner case

Locking pin

Side bracket

Bracket

Spacer

Control unit

Pan head screw

(M3 x 5) x 2

Pan head screw

(M3 x 5) x 2

Control unit

Spacer

Bracket

Inner case

Face plate

Dashboard

Velcro fastener

Control unit

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Installation and Connections

3Mount the spacer and bracket to the control unit.

Next, securely mount the factory brackets

removed from the factory radio, to the control

unit assembly.

Flush Mounting the control unit

1Make 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.

2After step 2 on “Mounting other units” of

“Mounting the control unit” page 33, remove the

side bracket.

3Remove the spacer from the bracket.

Side bracket

Spacer Bracket

4Mount the spacer on the control unit using the

included screws.

5Attach the flush mount brackets to the control

unit using the included screws. Mount this

assembly into the prepared cut-out.

Flush mount

Face plate

Self-tapping screw

(M2.6 x 8) x 4

Flat head screws (M5 x 8)

Bracket

Control unit

Spacer

Pan head screw

(M3 x 5) x 2

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Mounting the base unit

● Velcro Fastener Mounting

Attach to the vehicle (such as under the

dashboard).

Flanged self-tapping

screw (M4 x 14)

Velcro fastener

●Using the Mounting Screws (Supplied)

The Base Unit can be mounted under the seat

using the mounting screws.

1Decide on the installation location.

• The trunk, etc., is the best place.

2Mark the positions of the mounting screws at the

chosen location.

3Drill 3 mm (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.

4Securely mount the unit using the four included

flanged self-tapping screws (M4 x 14).

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Installation and Connections

Basic Connections Diagram

Display

Cord colors and cord/terminal specifications Connect to:

• Front 1 speaker output jacks (RCA outputs)

Outputs signals for driving the front 1 speakers.

• Front 2 speaker output jacks (RCA outputs)

Outputs signals for driving the front 2 speakers.

• Rear speaker output jacks (RCA outputs)

Outputs signals for driving the rear speakers.

• Subwoofer output jack (RCA outputs)

Outputs signals for driving the subwoofer.

• Center speaker or subwoofer output jack (RCA output)

Outputs signals for driving the center speaker or subwoofer.

• Navigation audio input jack (RCA input)

Used to input the audio output signals of a navigation

system.

Connect to the amplifier for the front 1

speaker.

Connect to the amplifier for the front 2

speaker.

Connect to the amplifier for the rear speaker.

Connect to the amplifier for the subwoofer.

Connect to the amplifier for the center

speaker or subwoofer.

Used for automatic adjustment.

• Microphone jack

Use this to connect a microphone.

Connect to the navigation system.

Connect to an Ai-NET product using an Ai-NET cord.

For connection to the PXA-H700, use the straight

side.

• Changer input terminal (Ai-NET input)

Used for system expansion (Ai-NET changer, etc.).

Connect to an Ai-NET product using an Ai-NET cord.

For connection to the PXA-H700, use the straight

side.

Used for RCA connections.

Connect to the head unit.

• Ai-NET input terminal (Ai-NET input)

Used for system expansion (DVD player, etc.).

• Audio input jacks (RCA inputs)

Used to input the audio output signals of a head unit

connected with RCA connections to the PXA-H700.

• Remote ON cable

Connect to the head unit for RCA connections.

(Non Ai-NET connection)

• Remote OUT cable

Connect to the amplifier or other peripheral device.

• Guide control cable

Used to interrupt the navigation system’s sound.

• Ground cable

Connect securely to a metal part of the vehicle’s body.

• Battery power cable

Power is supplied constantly to the PXA-H700 regardless

of whether the engine key is on or off.

Used for RCA connections.

(Non Ai-NET connection)

Used to add an amplifier.

Connect to the navigation system.

Connect to the vehicle’s body.

Connect this lead to the positive(+) post of

the vehicle's battery.

Blue/

White

Blue/

White

White/

Green

Yellow

Fuse

(3A)

Black

Terminal specifications Connect to:

Connect to an Ai-NET product

using an optical fiber cable.

• Head unit input terminal (optical digital input)

Used for system expansion (Ai-NET head unit, etc.).

Connect to an Ai-NET product

using an optical fiber cable.

• Changer input terminal (optical digital input)

Used for system expansion (Ai-NET changer, etc.).

Connect to an Ai-NET product

using an optical fiber cable.

• DVD player input terminal (optical digital input)

Used for system expansion (DVD player, etc.).

(L)

(R)

FRONT 1

(FULL RANGE

/TWEETER)

FRONT 2 REAR

SUBWOOFER

CONTROL UNIT

MIC CHG

DIGITAL 2

DIGITAL 1

DVD

DIGITAL 3

GUIDEINPUTOUTPUT

CENTER

SELECTABLE

SUBWOOFER

(L) (R) Ai–NET IN

ANALOG 2

ANALOG 1 CHANGER IN

ANALOG 3 POWER SUPPLY

CAUTION

Do not connect or disconnect the

display cable when the power of the

unit is on.

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Examples of system expansion

Battery

Blue/White

White/green

Not used in this system

To External Amplifier Remote ON Cable

Connect to a metal part of

chassis body with a screw.

Remote OUT Cable

Remote ON Cable

Guide Control Cable

Grounding Cable

Battery Power Cable

Rear Output (L)

Rear Output (R)

Center Output or Subwoofer Output (L)*

Subwoofer Output or Subwoofer Output (R)*

Front 1 Output (L)

Front 1 Output (R)

Front 2 Output (L)

Front 2 Output (R)

Ai-NET Cable (Included with DVD Changer)

Ai-NET Cable (Included)

DVD Changer

Monitor

(TME-M790 etc.)

Ai-NET Compatible

Head Unit

/DIV

System Switch

Fiber Optic Cable (Included with DVD Changer) RCA Connection Cable

To Video Input Jack

To Video Output Jack

Remote Control Output Cable Remote Control

Input Cable

Fiber Optic Cable (Sold Separately)

(White/Brown)

★

To External Amplifier

(L)

(R)

FRONT 1

(FULL RANGE

/TWEETER)

FRONT 2 REAR

SUBWOOFER

CONTROL UNIT

MIC

GUIDEINPUTOUTPUT (L) (R) Ai–NET IN

ANALOG 2

ANALOG 1 CHANGER IN

ANALOG 3 POWER SUPPLY

CHG

DIGITAL 2

DIGITAL 1

DVD

DIGITAL 3

CENTER

SELECTABLE

SUBWOOFER

NOTE

Please observe the following when using Fiber Optic Cable.

• Do not coil the Fiber Optic Cable smaller than a 30mm radius.

• Do not place anything on top of the Fiber Optic Cable.

NOTE

★Used for connection to an optical digital

compatible head unit.

• PXA-H700 + Ai-NET Compatible Head Unit + DVD Changer +

Monitor + External Amplifier

* When the subwoofer is connected to the

center speaker output jack, it becomes

subwoofer output (L or R).

In this case, change the setting of the center

speaker to subwoofer in “Setting the speakers”

(page 4).

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Installation and Connections

NOTE

Please observe the following when using Fiber Optic Cable.

• Do not coil the Fiber Optic Cable smaller than a 30mm radius.

• Do not place anything on top of the Fiber Optic Cable.

• PXA-H700 + Ai-NET Compatible Head Unit + CD Changer +

External Amplifier

Battery

Blue/White

White/green

Not used in this system

To External Amplifier Remote ON Cable

Connect to a metal part of

chassis body with a screw.

Remote OUT Cable

Remote ON Cable

Guide Control Cable

Grounding Cable

Battery Power Cable

Rear Output (L)

Rear Output (R)

Ai-NET Cable (Included with CD Changer)

Ai-NET Cable (Included)

Ai-NET Compatible

Head Unit

/DIV

System Switch

Fiber Optic Cable (Sold Separately)

Ai-NET Compatible

CD Changer

★★★

Fiber Optic Cable (Sold Separately) ★★

★

Front 1 Output (L)

Front 1 Output (R)

Front 2 Output (L)

Front 2 Output (R)

Center Output or Subwoofer Output (L)*

Subwoofer Output or Subwoofer Output (R)*

To External Amplifier

(L)

(R)

FRONT 1

(FULL RANGE

/TWEETER)

FRONT 2 REAR

SUBWOOFER

CONTROL UNIT

MIC

GUIDEINPUTOUTPUT (L) (R) Ai–NET IN

ANALOG 2

ANALOG 1 CHANGER IN

ANALOG 3 POWER SUPPLY

CHG

DIGITAL 2

DIGITAL 1

DVD

DIGITAL 3

CENTER

SELECTABLE

SUBWOOFER

NOTES

★When connecting a Optical Digital CD

Changer

★★ Used for connection to an optical

digital compatible head unit.

★★★ When connecting a Optical Digital CD

Changer, change the Digital/Analog

switch of the CD Changer to "2"

(Digital Output)

* When the subwoofer is connected to the

center speaker output jack, it becomes

subwoofer output (L or R).

In this case, change the setting of the center

speaker to subwoofer in “Setting the speakers”

(page 4).

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• PXA-H700 + Head Unit + Video Deck etc. + External Amplifier

• For connecting a head unit with which Ai-NET connections are not possible.

NOTE

When using the PXA-H700 with a non-Ai-NET head unit, +12V is required on this line * to turn on the equalizer. If your

head unit does not have a remote-on or power-antenna turn-on wire, an SPST switch must be connected between an

ignition source and this terminal. The PXA-H700 can then be turned on using this switch.

The PXA-H700 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.

Battery

Blue/White

White/green

Not used in this system

To External Amplifier Remote ON Cable

Connect to a metal part of

chassis body with a screw.

Remote OUT Cable

Guide Control Cable

Grounding Cable

Battery Power Cable

Rear Output (L)

Rear Output (R)

RCA connection cable

Remote OUT cable

RCA connection cable

Remote ON Cable

Head Unit

Ai-RCA Conversion Cable

(Sold Separately)

TV Tuner,

Video etc.

Audio

Output

Blue/White

Front 1 Output (L)

Front 1 Output (R)

Front 2 Output (L)

Front 2 Output (R)

Center Output or Subwoofer Output (L)*

Subwoofer Output or Subwoofer Output (R)*

To External Amplifier

(L)

(R)

FRONT 1

(FULL RANGE

/TWEETER)

FRONT 2 REAR

SUBWOOFER

CONTROL UNIT

MIC

GUIDEINPUTOUTPUT (L) (R) Ai–NET IN

ANALOG 2

ANALOG 1 CHANGER IN

ANALOG 3 POWER SUPPLY

CHG

DIGITAL 2

DIGITAL 1

DVD

DIGITAL 3

CENTER

SELECTABLE

SUBWOOFER

* When the subwoofer is connected to the

center speaker output jack, it becomes

subwoofer output (L or R).

In this case, change the setting of the center

speaker to subwoofer in “Setting the speakers”

(page 4).

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Installation and Connections

• PXA-H700 + DVA-7996 Head Unit + CD Changer + Navigation

System + Monitor + External Amplifier

NOTE

Depending on the type of monitor used in the system, a separate

RGB conversion cable (KWE-503N) may be required. In addition,

connections are different from the ones shown above when

connecting to an all-purpose monitor. Also refer to the operating

instructions of the KCE-900E. For details, contact your store of

purchase or an Alpine Information Center.

Please observe the following when using Fiber Optic

Cable.

• Do not coil the Fiber Optic Cable smaller than a 30mm radius.

• Do not place anything on top of the Fiber Optic Cable.

Battery

NAVIGATION

INPUT

REMOTE INPUT

VIDEO OUTPUT

RGB

RGB OUTPUT

GUIDE OUTPUT NTSC VIDEO

OUTPUT

NTSC

Blue/White

Blue/White Not used in this system

To External Amplifier Remote ON Cable

Connect to a metal part of

chassis body with a screw.

Remote OUT Cable

Remote ON Cable

Grounding Cable

Battery Power Cable

Rear Output (L)

Rear Output (R)

RCA

connection

cable

Video

Input

Jack

RGB Cable

(Sold Separately)

Remote Control

Output Cable

Remote Control

Input Cable

Video Output

Cable

Guide Control Cable

Yellow

Navigation

KCE-900E

(Sold Separately)

DVA-7996

Head Unit

Fiber Optic Cable (

Sold Separately

)

Monitor

(TME-M790 etc.)

White/Green

White/Brown White/Brown

Front 1 Output (L)

Front 1 Output (R)

Front 2 Output (L)

Front 2 Output (R)

RCA connection cable

Guide Control Cable

White/Green

Ai-NET Compatible

CD Changer

★★

Ai-NET Cable

(Included with CD Changer)

Fiber Optic Cable

(Sold Separately)

Ai-NET Cable (Included)

★

Center Output or Subwoofer Output (L)*

Subwoofer Output or Subwoofer Output (R)*

To External

Amplifier

(L)

(R)

FRONT 1

(FULL RANGE

/TWEETER)

FRONT 2 REAR

SUBWOOFER

CONTROL UNIT

MIC

GUIDEINPUTOUTPUT (L) (R) Ai–NET IN

ANALOG 2

ANALOG 1 CHANGER IN

ANALOG 3 POWER SUPPLY

CHG

DIGITAL 2

DIGITAL 1

DVD

DIGITAL 3

CENTER

SELECTABLE

SUBWOOFER

NOTES

★When connecting a Optical Digital CD

Changer

★★ When connecting a Optical

Digital CD Changer, change

the Digital/Analog switch of

the CD Changer to “2”

(Digital Output)

* When the subwoofer is connected to the

center speaker output jack, it becomes

subwoofer output (L or R).

In this case, change the setting of the

center speaker to subwoofer in “Setting

the speakers” (page 4).

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Information

Terminology

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is a digital audio compression

technology developed by Dolby Laboratories that

allows large quantities of audio data to be efficiently

recorded on discs. It is compatible with audio signals

from mono (1 channel) all the way up to 5.1-channel

surround sound. The signals for the different

channels are completely independent, and since the

sound is high quality digital there is no loss of sound

quality.

Center

speaker

Front

speakers

Rear

speakers

Subwoofer

Speaker layout for enjoying

Dolby Digital sound/DTS sound

DTS

This is a home-use digital sound format of the DTS

Sound System. This is a high quality sound system,

developed by Digital Theater Systems Corp for use

in movie theaters.

DTS has six independent sound tracks. The theater

presentation is fully realized in the home and other

settings. DTS is the abbreviation for Digital Theater

Systems.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II provides multichannel surround

sound from any 2 channel source. It reproduces

extended bandwidth playback with 5.1 channels.

This is made possible by an advanced matrix

surround decoder. This new decoder is able to draw

out spatial characteristics of the recording without

adding tonal coloration or artificial delays that did not

exist in the original.

Linear PCM audio (LPCM)

LPCM is a signal recording format used for music

CDs. Whereas music CDs are recorded at 44.1 kHz/

16 bits, DVDs are recorded at 48 kHz/16 bits to 96

kHz/24 bits, thereby achieving higher sound quality

than music CDs.

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In case of difficulty

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.

Nothing appears on the display.

• Vehicle’s ignition key is turned off.

- Turn the vehicle’s ignition key on.

• Set’s power is not turned on.

- Turn the vehicle’s ignition key on then turn on

the power of the head unit.

• Power cord is not securely connected.

- Connect the power cord securely.

• Fuse is blown.

- Replace with a fuse of the specified capacity.

• Display mode is set to off.

- Switch the display to another mode.

(Page 29)

Power is on but no sound is produced.

• Volume level is set to the minimum.

- Increase the volume level. (Page 5)

• Input mode is set to a mode to which nothing is

connected.

- Set to a connected mode. (Page 5)

No sound is produced from the speakers.

• Cords are not securely connected.

- Connect the cords securely.

• Speaker is set to the off mode.

- Set the speaker to the on mode. (Pages 4

and 22)

Speaker setup settings cannot be made.

• Front speakers are set to “SMALL”.

- Set the front speakers to “LARGE”. (Page 22)

Sound cannot be adjusted.

• Defeat is set to the on mode.

- Set defeat to the off mode. (Page 28)

Others

Caution when connecting the DVA-5205/

DVA-5200/DHA-S680

Although the adjustment screen such as EQ and

TCR on the audio processor are available in DVA-

5205/DVA-5200/DHA-S680, these adjustments

cannot be made when they are connected to the

PXA-H700.

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Specifications

Graphic EQ number of bands:

Front (left and right) 31 bands

Rear (left and right) 31 bands

Center 31 bands

Subwoofer 10 bands

Graphic EQ boost cut

range: ±9 dB

Parametric EQ number of bands:

Front/rear/center 5 bands

Subwoofer 2 bands

Parametric EQ frequency:

Front, Rear and Center

Band 1: 20/22/25/28/31.5/36/40/45/50/56/

63/71/80/90/100/110/125/140/160/

180/200/220/250/280/315/360/400/

450/500 (Hz)

Band 2: 50/56/63/71/80/90/100/110/125/

140/160/180/200/220/250/280/315/

360/400/450/500/560/630/710/800/

900/1k/1.1k/1.2k (Hz)

Band 3: 125/140/160/180/200/220/250/280/

315/360/400/450/500/560/630/710/

800/900/1k/1.1k/1.2k/1.4k/1.6k/

1.8k/2k/2.2k/2.5k/2.8k/3.2k (Hz)

Band 4: 315/360/400/450/500/560/630/710/

800/900/1k/1.1k/1.2k/1.4k/1.6k/

1.8k/2k/2.2k/2.5k/2.8k/3.2k/3.6k/4k/

4.5k/5k/5.6k/6.3k/7.1k/8k (Hz)

Band 5: 800/900/1k/1.1k/1.2k/1.4k/1.6k/

1.8k/2k/2.2k/2.5k/2.8k/3.2k/3.6k/4k/

4.5k/5k/5.6k/6.3k/7.1k/8k/9k/10k/

11k/12.5k/14k/16k/18k/20k (Hz)

Subwoofer

Band 1: 20/22/25/28/31.5/36/40/45/50/56/

63/71/80 (Hz)

Band 2: 50/56/63/71/80/90/100/110/125/

140/160/180/200 (Hz)

Parametric EQ boost cut

range: ±9 dB

Time correction control

range: 0 to 20 ms (0.05 ms steps)

Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz

S/N ratio: 95 dB

Channel separation: 70 dB

Input sensitivity: 850 mA (2V for analog 1 only)

Subwoofer crossover: 20 to 200 Hz (1/6 oct. steps)

Rated output: 4V (with 10 k ohms load)

Input impedance: 10 k ohms or greater

Output impedance: 1 k ohm or less

Weight: Control unit 159 g (5 oz)

Base unit 1.1 kg (2 lbs. 6 oz)

Dimensions

Control unit

Width 170 mm (6-3/4")

Height 46 mm (1-13/16")

Depth 24 mm (15/16")

Base unit

Width 260 mm (10-3/16")

Height 40 mm (1-9/16")

Depth 160 mm (6-1/4")

Parts name Quantity

Parts for mounting ................................ 1set

Owner’s manual.................................... 1set

Microphone........................................... 1set

Due to continuous product improvement,

specifications and design are subject to change

without notice.

The illustrations included in these instructions may

appear different from the actual product due to

printing conditions.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential

Manufactured under license from Digital Theater

Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other

worldwide patents issues and pending. “DTS” and

“DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital

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