Page 3 - Channel Power Amplifier; ESPAÑOL
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS R MRV-F900 4 Channel Power Amplifier • OWNER'S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. • MODE D'EMPLOI Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil. • MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN Léalo antes de utilizar este equipo. ESPAÑOL
Page 5 - Contents
1 - EN Introduction ......................................................................................................... 2 WARNING .............................................................................................................. 4 CAUTION ..............................................
Page 6 - Introduction
2 - EN Meeting a new challenge to realize the bestsound possible for the mobile environmentAlpineF#1Status For a quarter of a century, Alpine’s goal has been the best sound in the mobileenvironment despite its harsh physical and electrical conditions. To overcome thesesevere listening conditions, Al...
Page 7 - Channel Amplifier
3 - EN The MRV-F900 is designed to convey all the passion andimpact of exceptional performances.The high fidelity circuitry of this 100W x 4-channel poweramplifier, consists of high grade audio components. Thiscombination produces beautiful harmonics, aiming at theultimate in craftsmanship and follo...
Page 8 - WARNING
4 - EN WARNING This symbol means important instruc-tions.Failure to heed them can result inserious injury or death. DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE. Any function that requires your prolongedattention should only be performed aftercoming to ...
Page 9 - CAUTION; DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH; PRECAUTIONS; Temperature; Installation Location
5 - EN CAUTION This symbol means important instruc-tions.Failure to heed them can result ininjury or material property damage. HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEMAPPEARS. Failure to do so may cause personal injury ordamage to the product. Return it to yourauthorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine...
Page 10 - Installation
6 - EN Due to the high power output of the MRV-F900, considerable heat is produced when theamplifier is in operation. For this reason, the amplifier should be mounted in a location which willallow for free circulation of air, such as inside the trunk. For alternate installation locations,please cont...
Page 11 - Mounting the End Covers; Mounting the brackets; Applying the cushion
7 - EN Mounting the End Covers • The product’s appearance can be improved by mounting the end covers on the main unit after installation. • Mount the end covers after installing the main unit. 1 Mounting the brackets 1) Use the included machine screws 6 to mount the three included brackets 5 onto th...
Page 12 - Connections
8 - EN Connections Before making connections, be sure to turn the power off to all audio components. Connect theyellow battery lead from the amp directly to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle's battery. Donot connect this lead to the fuse block. To prevent external noise from entering the audi...
Page 14 - Cautions on wire lead connections
10 - EN 1 Check the wire size. NOTES: • Wire Size (Battery Lead, Ground Lead): Recommended wire size for this unit is AWG4 or larger. • Wire Size (Remote Turn-on Lead): Recommended wire size for this unit is AWG8 – AWG14. • If the wire gauge used is unknown, ask your dealer. 2 Remove the insulation ...
Page 16 - Mounting the Terminal Cover; Connection; Mounting the terminal cover
12 - EN Mounting the Terminal Cover • The product’s appearance can be improved by mounting the terminal cover on the main unit after installation. • Mount the terminal cover after the connections have been made and you have checked that operation is normal. 1 Open the door. 1) Use the included hexag...
Page 17 - Fastening the door
13 - EN 3 Fastening the door 1) Close the door p . 2) Mount the door p using the two original hexagonal screws q . * Tighten the screws securely so that they do not come loose due to vibrations while the vehicle is moving. NOTES: • Be sure to fasten the door. Failure to do so may lead to malfunction...
Page 18 - Switch Settings
14 - EN Switch Settings 7 , 8 , 11 , 12 Input Gain Adjustment Control Set the MRV-F900 input gain to the minimum position. Using a dynamic CD as asource, increase the head unit volume until the output distorts. Then, reduce the vol-ume 1 step (or until the output is no longer distorted). Now, increa...
Page 19 - Examples of System Expansion; Head Unit
15 - EN 14 RCA Extension Cable (Sold Separately) 15 Fuse (80A, Included), Fuse Box (Included) Examples of System Expansion BATTERY GND RENOTE POWER SUPPLY BRIDGED CH-1 CH-2 SPEAKER OUTPUT CH-2 CH-1 INPUT CH-4 CH-3 INPUT + + + – – – CH-3 CH-4 SPEAKER OUTPUT BRIDGED + + + – – – – + (L) (R) L R L R (L)...
Page 22 - Information; In case of difficulty; Set does not operate.
18 - EN Information In case of difficulty If you encounter a problem, please review the items in the following checklist. This guide willhelp you isolate the problem if the unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the rest of yoursystem is properly connected or consult your authorized Alpine dealer. S...
Page 23 - Specifications; Dimensions; Parts name
19 - EN Specifications Power Output: RMS Continuous Power (at 12.0V, 20 Hz to 20kHz): Per channel into 4 ohms (0.08% THD): 75Wx4 Per channel into 2 ohms (0.3% THD): 150Wx4 Bridged into 4 ohms (0.3% THD): 300Wx2 Power Output: RMS Continuous Power (at 14.4V, 20 Hz to 20kHz): Per channel into 4 ohms (0...
Page 24 - Service Care
20 - EN Service Care IMPORTANT NOTICE This Amplifier has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computingdevice in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules. This equipmentgenerates and uses radio frequency energy, and it must be installed an...
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