yiLPINE
SERIAL NUMBER:
INSTALLATION DATE:
INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN:
WHERE PURCHASED:
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OWNER’S MANUAL
7909
FM/AM Compact Disc Player
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.
Suite 203, 7300 Warden Ave. Markham,
Ontario L3R 9Z6, Canada
Tel: 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)
68P91508W59-0
Printed in Japan (S)
POINTS TO Observe for safe usage
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER
Attempts to disassemble or alter may lead to an accident, fire
and/or electric shock.
KEEP SMALL ARTICLES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHIL
DREN
Store small articles (screws, etc.) in places not accessible to
children. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately.
USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING
FUSES
Replace fuses only with fuses of the same ampere rating.
Failure to do so may result in a fire and/or damage to the vehi
cle.
HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS
When problems appear, stop using the system immediately and
contact the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment.
Some problems which may warrant immediate attention include
a lack of sound, noxious odors or smoke being emitted from the
unit, or foreign objects dropped inside the unit.
USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND
Use only in cars with a 12 volts 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
Before doing any electrical wiring, disconnect the cable from the
negative (-) terminal of the battery. Failure to do so may result
in electric shock or injury due to electrical shorts.
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POINTS TO OBSERVE FOR SAFE USAGE
KEEP ELECTRICAL CABLES TOGETHER TO AVOID OPER
ATING HAZARDS
Arrange wiring and cables in compliance with the installation
manual to prevent obstructions when driving. Cables or wiring
that obstructs or hangs up on places such as the steering
wheel, gear lever, brake pedals can be extremely hazardous.
DO NOT CUT AWAY THE WIRE SHEATH AND USE POWER
TO OTHER EQUIPMENT
Never cut away the cable shielding to use power to another
piece of equipment. Doing so will exceed the current carrying
capacity of the wire and result in fire or electric shock.
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER
VEHICLE OPERATION
Do not install in locations which might create hazards for the
vehicle occupants or hinder vehicle operation (such as the
steering wheel or gear shift) by obstructing forward vision or
hampering movement etc.
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/K Caution
DO NOT RAISE THE VOLUME EXCESSIVELY
Keep the volume at a level where you can still hear outside
noises while driving. Driving while unable to hear outside
sounds could cause an accident.
DO NOT USE THIS EQUIPMENT OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Do not use this equipment for purposes other than those listed
for a vehicle. Failure to do so may result in an electric shock or
an injury.
KEEP FOREIGN OBJECTS OUT OF THE CD COMPART
MENT SLOT
Keep any foreign objects, including fingers, out of the CD com
partment slot.
STOP THE VEHICLE BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY OP
ERATION THAT COULD INTERFERE WITH YOUR DRIVING
If loading or unloading a CD interferes with your driving, stop
the vehicle in a safe location before attempting operation.
HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EX
PERTS
The wiring and installation of this unit requires special technical
skill and experience. To ensure safety, always contact the
dealer where you purchased this unit 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 as parts that come loose
can create hazards.
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SPECIFICATIONS
POINTS TO OBSERVE FOR SAFE USAGE
COMPACT DISC PLAYER
System.................................................................................Optical (compact disc system)
Number of Quantization Bits
Sampling Rate...............................................................................................352.8 kHz (8X)
Channels..................................................................................................2-channels stereo
Number of D/A Converters....................................................................................................2
Frequency Response.................................................................5 - 20,000 Hz -i-O, -0.3 dB
Wow & Flutter (% WRMS).............................................................Below measurable limits
Total Harmonic Distortion.........................................................................0.002% (at 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
Signal-to-Noise Ratio................................................................................................110 dBA
Channel Separation
FM TUNER
Tuning Range...........................................................................................87.7 - 107.9 MHz
Mono Usable Sensitivity............................................................16.3 dBf (1.8 p.V/75 ohms)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity
Alternate Channel Selectivity...............................................................................................80 dB
S/N (signal-to-noise) Ratio..................................................................................................60 dB
Stereo Separation................................................................................................................35 dB
Capture Ratio......................................................................................................................2.0 dB
AM Suppression..................................................................................................................45 dB
AM TUNER
Tuning Range..............................................................................................530 - 1,620 kHz
Sensitivity.......................................................................................................................10|iV
GENERAL
Power Requirement
Qutput Voltage (at Volume Center)..........................................................500 mV/lOk ohms
Bass.............................................................................................................±18 dB at 30 Hz
Treble.........................................................................................................±15 dB at 15 kHz
Weight...................................................................................................1.8 kg (3 lbs. 15 oz)
CHASSIS SIZE
Width; 178mm (7"), Height: 50mm (2"), Depth: 153mm (6")
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14.4V DC (11 - 16V allowable)
18-bit linear system
20.7 dBf (3.0 pV/75 ohms)
100 dB (at 1 kHz)
95 dB (at 1 kHz)
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE
OR DUST
Avoid installing the unit in locations with high incidence of mois
ture or dust. Moisture or dust that penetrates into this unit may
cause smoke or fire.
MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS
Failure to make the correct connections can cause fire or acci
dent to occur.
ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR
PINCHED
Route the cables and wiring so as not be crimped by moving
parts like seat rail or make contact with sharp or pointed spots
which might damage the wiring.
When playing 3-inch CDs in the 7909, do not use an adaptor
ring. Adaptor rings may become stuck inside the player and
damage the mechanism.
Irregular Shaped Discs
Make sure the discs you use in this unit do not have any
irregularities. The outer and inner edges should be round and
smooth. Use of irregularly shaped discs may cause damage
to the mechanism.
NOSEPIECE SIZE
Width: 171 mm (6-3/4"), Height; 48mm (1-7/8"), Depth; 15mm (19/32")
NOTE: Due to product improvement, specifications and design are subject to
change without notice.
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INTRODUCTION
INDICATION FOR CD SHUTTLE
The 7909 is Alpine's audiophile compact disc player and FM/
AM digital PLL synthesizer tuner combined in one DIN-sized
chassis. It incorporates the most refined CD laser pickup and
transport in mobile audio, along with Alpine's famous T-10 II
tuner which provides exceptionally stable reception, excellent
signal-to-noise characteristics and ultra-wide frequency re
sponse. It includes the controls which allow direct interface with
Alpine's compact disc changers CHM-S601 or CHA-S604. The
7909 allows for ultimate single play CD reproduction and the
convenience of multi-disc playback for any system configuration
you desire. Please read this manual thoroughly to familiarize
yourself with each control and function. We, at Alpine, hope you
have many years of enjoyment from your 7909.
CONTENTS
POINTS TO OBSERVE FOR SAFE USAGE...............................................................................................2 - 5
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................................6
FEATURES..........................................................................................................................................................7
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS................................................................................................................. 8 & 9
OPERATION
BASIC OPERATION.................................................................................................................................10 & 11
CLOCK OPERATION.................................................................................................................................11
TUNER OPERATION................................................................................................................................. 11 - 14
CD OPERATION ................................................................................................................................14-16
CD CHANGER OPERATION......................................................................................................................17
INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................ 18 & 19
CONNECTIONS...............................................................................................................................................20 & 21
IMPORTANT NOTICE........................................................................................................................................22
PRECAUTIONS................................................................................................................................................. 22
PROPER CARE OF YOUR DISC...................................................................................................................... 23
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY.................................................................................................................................24 - 26
INDICATION FOR CD SHUTTLE.......................................................................................................................27
SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................. 28
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Disc-change malfunction.
Disc is in the changer
mechanism.
Disc-change malfunction.
Disc-change malfunction.
Magazine ejection impossi
ble.
High temperature. Will disappear when the
Incorrect connection or
disconnection of the CD
changer.
No CD magazine in the
CD changer.
Consult your Alpine dealer.
Press the magazine eject
button, and insert an empty
magazine.
If the code disappears within
a few seconds, the unit is
OK.
If not, consult your Alpine
dealer.
Press the magazine eject
button and pull out the
magazine. Check for no error
indication. Try again, if the
magazine cannot be pulled
out, consult your Alpine
dealer.
Press the magazine eject
button.
If the magazine does not
eject, consult your Alpine
dealer.
temperature returns to
operation range.
Check connection between
the CD changer and the
control unit.
Insert the CD magazine.
SOLUTION
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No CD at No. 2 slot of the
CD magazine.
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Insert a CD into the No. 2
slot of the CD magazine.
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
FEATURES
CD CHANGER MODE (when used with the Alpine CHA-S604 or CHM-S601)
No CD functions.
DIN Control cable not
connected.
Make sure the cables for
control and audio have been
properly connected per the
CD Changer manual.
Music skips exces
sively.
The CD magazine has not
been inserted.
The CD Changer has not
been mounted securely.
Install the magazine with at
least one CD inserted.
Follow the installation instruc
tions in the CD Changer
manual for proper installation.
The transit screws were
not removed before
Remove the Transit Screws
and reinstall the changer.
installation.
The mounting angle of the
CD Changer is exces
sive.
Remount the CD Changer
according to the directions
given in the installation
manual.
The CD being played is
dirty.
The CD being played is
damaged.
Clean the CD being very
careful not to scratch it.
If the CD in question is
cracked or warped, discard it
as it could cause damage to
the CD mechanism: if the CD
is scratched at one selection
only, skip that selection using
the Music Sensor function to
play the remaining selections.
Playback of 3" discs
does not work.
The 3" adaptor ring is not
being used.
Place the 3" adaptor ring onto
the disc before inserting into
the CD magazine.
• FULL FRONT DIN™
• CD CHANGER CONTROLS (when used with the Alpine CHM-S601 or CHA-S604)
• DUAL PRE-AMP OUTPUTS
This allows you to easily expand your system by providing Front and Rear Preamp
Outputs and a Pre-Amp Fader.
<COMPACT DISC PLAYER FEATURES>
• 8 TIMES OVERSAMPLING DIGITAL FILTER
• 18-BIT, DUAL DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTERS
• POWER LOADING/SELF LOADING
The mechanism gently pulls the partially inserted compact disc into the play position
and begins playback.
• MUSIC SENSOR UP/DOWN
For locating the beginning of the next track (up), or the track currently in playback
(down).
• FAST FORWARD/FAST BACKWARD
• M.I.X.
When the M.I.X. button is pressed, the microprocessor inside the 7909 will randomly
select tracks for playback. After all tracks have been played, the M.I.X. feature will go
into the Repeat Mode and begin again.
• C.D.S. (Compact Disc Straight)
Pressing the CDS button bypasses the tone and balance control circuits to play back
very clear, natural and dynamic CD sound. This ensures that fewer analog compo
nents will contribute to the noise level of the digital-to-analog conversion.
• REPEAT
• 3-INCH DISCS
This unit plays 3-inch compact discs without using an adaptor ring.
• EJECT AUTO-LOCK
This locks the laser mechanism when a disc is ejected.
• DISC SCAN
Locates the beginning of each track and plays the first 10 seconds.
• ELECTRONIC EJECT/RELOAD
• PAUSE
<RADIO FEATURES>
• T-10 II TUNER
Alpine's premier tuner utilizes a number of innovations to ensure stable, noise-free FM
reception in both strong and weak signal areas.
• A. MEMO (AUTO MEMORY)
In the Auto Memory mode, the 6 strongest FM or AM stations will be stored automati
cally.
• D.A.P. (DIRECT ACCESS PRESET)
D.A.P. allows the storage of AM and FM presets on the same band, eliminating the
need to press the TUNER/BAND button. Up to 6 FM and AM stations can be mixed in
the D.A.P. Band.
• ETR/PLL DIGITAL FREQUENCY SYNTHESIZER
• LITETOUCH™ 24-STATION PRESETS
6 FM1, 6 FM2, 6 AM, 6 D.A.P.
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CONTROLS AND INDIiCATORS
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
RADIO MODE
Unable to receive
stations.
Unable to tune station
in the Seek mode.
Broadcast is noisy. The antenna is not the
No Antenna or open
connection in cable.
You are in a weak signal
area.
If the area you are in is
not known to be a weak
signal area, the antenna
may not be grounded and
connected properly.
The antenna may not be
the proper length.
proper length.
The antenna is poorly
grounded.
The station you are
listening to is weak or
susceptible to multipath
interference.
CD MODE
CD insertion not
possible.
There is a CD already in
the transport.
Make sure the antenna is
properly connected: replace the
antenna or cable if necessary.
Make sure the tuner is in the
DX mode.
Check your antenna connec
tions; make sure the antenna
is properly grounded at its
mounting location.
Make sure the antenna is fully
extended; if broken replace
the antenna with a new one.
Extend the antenna fully;
replace it if it is broken.
Make sure the antenna is
grounded properly at its
mounting location.
Press the MONO button to
place the tuner into the Mono
mode until you change stations
or the signal improves.
Eject the CD in the transport
and remove it.
Unable to FastForward or Rewind;
Fast-Forward or
Rewind is very slow.
Sound skips due to
vibration.
Sound skips without
vibration.
The CD is being improp
erly inserted.
The CD has been dam
aged.
Improper mounting. Disc is
very dirty. Disc has scratches.
Dirty or scratched disc.
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Make sure the CD is being
inserted per instruction in the
Owner's Manual.
Eject the CD and discard;
using a damaged CD in your
unit can cause damage to the
transport.
Securely re-mount the unit.
Clean the disc. Change the disc.
Clean the disc: damaged
discs should be replaced.
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
If you encounter a problem, please review the items in the checklist below. This guide
will help you isolate the problem if the head unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the
rest of your system is properly connected or consult your authorized Alpine dealer.
INITIAL TURN-ON
No function or display.
Functions OK but no
sound.
CD not functioning. Out of operating tempera
Car's ignition is off.
Power Switch is off. With the car's ignition on,
Improper Connection of
power leads.
Blown Fuse. Check the fuses on the
Volume level too low. Turn the volume Control
Processors or Amplifiers
not turning on.
ture range +50°C
(+120°F)for CD.
Moisture condensation in
the CD Module.
If connected per instructions,
the unit will not operate with
the car's ignition off.
turn the volume Control
clockwise to turn the power
on.
Check connections of the
power leads.
Ignition and Battery leads;
replace with the proper value
if necessary.
clockwise to desired level.
Make sure Remote Turn-On
Lead is connected properly;
make sure processors and
amplifiers are properly wired.
Allow the temperature of the
car's interior (or trunk) to
cool.
Allow the enough time for
the condensation to evapo
rate (about 1 hour).
Listed below are all the Controls and their Indicators. Please see the Operation
Section for explanations.
© BASS Control
d) TREBIe Control
d) DISC Indicator
@ Disc Slot
® M.I.X. Indicator
® CHANGER Indicator
® Band Indicator/Disc Track No. Indicator
® Digital Indicator/Disc Elapsed Time Indicator
® DX (Distance) Indicator
© C.D.S. (Compact Disc Straight) Indicator
0 TUNE Button/CDS Button
© MONO Button/REPEAT Button
© DX (Local/Distance) Button/SCAN Button
© D.A.P. Button/M.I.X. Button
© Eject (Reload) Button
© CLOCK Button
© Reset Switch
© TUNER/BAND Button
© DISC (Play/Pause) Button
© Minute Button
® Hour Button
© Station Preset and Direct Disc Access Buttons/Indicators
© M.S./CD UP (►«) Button
© M.S./CD Down («◄) Button
© STereo Indicator
© MONO Indicator
© ALL/REPEAT Indicators
© A. MEMO Indicator
© SEEK Indicator
© SCAN Indicator
® PAUSE Indicator
© D.A.P. Indicator
© Power Switch/VOLume Control/BALance Control (Pull)
© FADer Control
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PROPER CARE OF YOUR DISC
Proper Handling
Handle your disc as shown. Do not drop the disc while handling. Hold the disc so
you will not leave fingerprints on the surface. If the surface is scratched, it may
cause the pickup to skip during playback. Do not affix tape, paper, or gummed
labels on the disc. Do not write on the disc.
<BASIC OPERATION>
Initial System Set-up
When operating for the very first time after installation of the unit or replacement of
the car battery, press the Reset switch @ with a mechanical pencil or other pointed
object.
Power Switching and Volume Control ®
Rotating the Power switch ® clockwise turns power ON and continuously increases
the volume. Rotating the control counterclockwise will continuously decrease the
volume, and turn the Power OFF.
Note: The noise level on compact discs is much lower than on analog-type records
or tapes; therefore, when inserting a disc, keep the volume control turned fully
counterclockwise, then adjust volume by gradually turning the control clock
wise once playback begins. Do not turn clockwise abruptly as the excessive
power could damage the speakers.
Improper
Proper
©
Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface could cause the pickup to skip when
trying to read information. For routine cleaning, wipe the playing surface with a
clean, soft cloth from the center of the disc to the outer edge. If the surface is
heavily soiled, dampen a clean soft cloth in a solution of mild neutral detergent
before cleaning the disc. (Fig. A )
• Damaged Disc
Do not attempt to play cracked, warped, or otherwise damaged discs. Playing a
bad disc could severely damage the playback mechanism.
• Storage
When not in use, place your discs in their individual case and store them in a cool
place away from the sun, heat, and dust.
• Do not grip or pull out the disc while the disc is being pulled back into the player
by the automatic Reloading mechanism. (Fig. B)
• Do not pull the unit out from the dash immediately after a disc is inserted or the
Eject button has been pressed. If the unit is pulled out before an operation is
completed, the disc will be unstable in the unit and may be damaged. Do not
attempt to insert a disc into the unit when the power is off or while the unit is out
of the dash.
Balance Control ®
Pull on the volume control ® and rotate to balance between left and right speakers.
Fader Control @
Rotate the FADer control ® for your desired front to rear volume balance.
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IMPORTANT NOTIGE
OPERATION
This compact disc player has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part
15 of FCC Rules. This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy, and it
must be installed and used properly in accordance with the manufacturer's instruc
tions.
PRECAUTIONS
* When your car is parked for a long period of time during the summer or winter,
the temperature inside the car fluctuates greatly. Be sure the temperature inside
the vehicle is between +60°C (+140'^F) and -10°C (+14°F) before attempting to
play a disc. When the temperature is over +140°F (+60°C), the protection circuit
functions to stop the CD player, and "— H" is displayed.
* Be sure to eject the disc from the player before removing the unit from the
bracket. The disc must be ejected to activate the EJECT AUTO-LOCK feature.
This will protect the laser mechanism while the unit is being transported.
Moisture Condensation
You may notice the playback sound wavering. When this happens, remove the disc
from the player and wait about an hour or until the moisture evaporates and the
sound becomes normal.
Cautions During Playback
Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in skipping, but this will
not scratch the disc or damage the player.
Notes:
1. Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not attempt to load
more than one disc.
2. Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc. Your player will
automatically eject any disc that is inserted incorrectly. If the player continues to
eject a correctly inserted disc, push the Reset switch ® with a pointed object
such as a mechanical pencil.
3. To use 3-inch CDs in this player, you need not to use the 3-inch CD adaptor ring.
Separate Bass and Treble Controls (©, (D)
Slide these controls to the right to increase, and to the left to decrease the level of
Bass or Treble.
Function Switching
1. Tuner Mode
With no disc loaded, the unit is normally in the tuner mode. Press the TUNER
button © to switch from CD to Radio.
2. CD Mode
When a disc is loaded, the unit automatically goes into the CD mode. Press the
DISC ►/!! button ® to switch from Radio to CD.
Cautions During CD Playback
Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in skipping but this will
not scratch the disc or damage the player.
Notes: 1. Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not attempt
to load more than one disc.
2. Make sure the label side is facing up, when you insert the disc. Your
player will automatically eject any disc that is inserted incorrectly. If the
player continues to eject a correctly inserted disc, push the Reset switch
® with a pointed object such as an ever-sharp pencil.
3. You can play 3-inch CDs in this player without using an adaptor ring.
4. Make sure your discs are labeled as shown below:
COMPACT
0
DIGITAL AUDIO
<CLOCK OPERATION>
1. Turn the power off or press the CLOCK button
mode to display the time.
2. To adjust the "Hour", press and hold the CLOCK button
button ® to advance the hours.
3. To adjust the "Minutes", press and hold the CLOCK button © and press the
Minute button @ to advance the minutes.
<TUNER OPERATION>
Turn the power on and set the unit to the tuner mode.
during the radio or CD play
and press the Hour
Band Selector Switch
Press the BAND button ® to select the desired tuning band. The Band indicator ®
shows your selection.
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OPERAIldN
Local/Distance (DX) Seek Sensitivity for FM and AM
You can select the radio SEEK sensitivity (local or distance (DX)) by pressing the DX
button In the distance mode, with DX indication (D, the radio tunes in both strong
and weak stations (all stations from A to M in the illustration). In the local mode, with
no DX indication (D, the radio tunes in only strong stations (stations C, F, H and L in
the illustration). q
Station Frequencies
FM Stereo/Monaural Switching
You can select the Stereo/Monaural - the Auto Switching or Monaural mode for FM
receiving by pressing the MONO button ®. In the Auto Switching mode, you can
receive stereo broadcasting in Stereo, and monaural broadcasting in MONO. The
STereo @ or MONO indicator shows your reception mode. In the Monaural only
mode, you will always receive the broadcast in monaural even if the broadcast is
stereo. The Monaural only mode quiets the noisy stereo signal of weaker broadcasts.
The STereo indicator will not appear while the Monaural only mode is selected.
Manual Tuning
1,2.Press the TUNE button QJ/ until the SEEK and A. MEMO
pear in the display.
To select the tuning band, press the BAND button
shows your selection.
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The Band indicator ®
indicators disap-
CONNECTIONS
This unit is designed for 12-volt DC negative ground operation. Check to be sure that
your vehicle has this type of system before connecting the power cable.
• Front Output RCA Connectors (Labeled LINE OUT FRONT)
RED is Right and WHITE is Left.
• Rear Output RCA Connectors (Labeled LINE OUT REAR)
RED is Right and WHITE is Left.
• Input DIN Connector
Connect this DIN connector to the DIN connector of the CHA-S604 or CHM-S601
CD changer.
Note: CHA-S604 is connected by using CD Shuttle DIN/RCA Adaptor (4913).
• Input RCA Connectors (Labeled TO CHANGER)
RED is Right and WHITE is Left.
Note: CHA-S604 is connected by using CD Shuttle DIN/RCA Adaptor (4913).
• Antenna Receptacle
• Input RCA Connectors (Labeled LINE IN)
• Dimmer Control Lead (WHITE/BLUE)
This lead is for connection to a rheostat such as the dashboard light dimmer in your
vehicle. Applying (+)12V to this lead causes the maximum dimming. Varying the
voltage controls the brightness of the display. This allows you to dim the unit's
display with the dashboard lights.
• Power Antenna Lead (BLUE)
When used with a power antenna, connect to the -i-B terminal of the power antenna.
• Main Power Connector 0
Connect to the Power Wiring Harness.
• Power Wiring Harness
Connect the BLUE/WHITE, RED, and YELLOW leads as described below.
• Remote Turn-On Lead (BLUE/WHITE)
Connect this lead to the remote turn-on lead of your amplifier or signal processor.
• Switched Power Lead (Ignition) (RED)
Connect this lead to an open terminal on the vehicle's fuse box or another unused
power source which provides (+)12V only when the ignition is turned on or in the
accessory position.
CAUTION: You must be very careful when connecting wires to the vehicle's electrical
system. Be sure you do not interface leads that are being used for factory
components in the vehicle (like an on-board computer). When making
connections at the fuse box, make sure there is an appropriate value fuse
on the circuit you plan to use. Failure to do so may result in damage to the
unit and/or the vehicle.
• Battery Lead (YELLOW)
Connect this lead to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle's battery.
• Ground Lead (BLACK)
Connect this lead to a good chassis ground on the vehicle. Make sure the connec
tion is made to bare metal and is securely fastened using the sheet metal screw
provided.
• Battery Power Supply Extension Lead for Audio Only
• Ground Lead for Audio Only
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CONNECTiONS OPERATION
3. To tune to higher frequencies, press the M.S./CD button on the top (UP)
tune to lower frequencies, press this same button on the bottom (DowN)
Auto SEEK Tuning
1. Press the TUNE button dD until the SEEK indicator appears in the display.
2. Select the tuning band with the BAND button
3. Press the UP @ or DowN ® button. The unit automatically tunes to the next
higher or lower frequency and locks on that station.
Manual Memory Preset
Follow the instructions below to program stations into preset memory.
1. Select the tuning band (FM1, FM2, or AM) with the BAND button
2. Tune in your desired station by manual or Auto SEEK tuning.
3. Press and hold any Preset button @ for more than two seconds. The tuned
frequency in the Digital Display (D will begin to blink. Press that button a second
time while the indicator is blinking (within five seconds).
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Your selected station will be placed into that preset location and the indicator will
light.
Note: If a preset memory has already been programmed in that location, it will be
cleared and the new station will replace the old preset.
Auto MEMOry Preset
1. Press the TUNE button dj) to light up the A. MEMO indicator
2. Select the desired tuning band (FM1, FM2 or AM) with the BAND button
3. Press the UP @ or DN @ button. The tuner will automatically seek the six
strongest stations in each band and memorize them in order of the signal
strength. These stations are automatically placed in the preset memory with the
strongest station in Preset No. 1 and the 6th strongest station in Preset No. 6.
When seeking stations, the tuner first seeks in the local tuning mode. If less than
6 stations are memorized, the tuner seeks again in the distance (DX) mode.
4. After finishing the Auto MEMOry Preset, the tuner goes to the station placed in
preset memory No. 1. If no stations are memorized, it returns to the original
station you were listening to before the Auto MEMOry Preset procedure began.
When the auto memory presetting is completed, the A. MEMO indicator @ will
disappear and the SEEK indicator @ will appear.
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Preset Tuning
After the preset stations have been memorized, you can tune in your desired station
(within the band displayed) with one touch of a button.
1. Select the tuning band (FM1, FM2 or AM) with the BAND button ®.
2. Press any one of the Preset buttons ® and the indicator in that button will light.
3. The frequency of the station placed in the selected preset location will appear in
the display.
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OPERATION
D.A.P. (Direct Access Preset)
This feature allows the storage of FM and AM presets on the same band. Press the
D.A.P. button ® to light up the D.A.P. indicator To program stations into the
D.A.P. band, follow steps 1 - 3 as described in the Manual Memory Preset section on
page 13.
INSTALLATION
1. The bracket stopper is already mounted. (Fig. 1)
2. Slide mounting sleeve from main unit.
Slide the mounting sleeve into the dashboard. (Fig. 2)
3. Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier or equalizer to the correspond
ing output lead coming from the left rear of the 7909.
Connect all other leads of the 7909 according to details described in the CON
NECTIONS section.
4. When the unit is in place, push the tip of the locking pins up to the horizontal
position using a screwdriver. Now the unit is locked in.
5. Snap the front template on around the front end of the unit.
NOTE:
Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting strap supplied. Secure the ground
lead of the unit to a clean metal spot using a screw (★) already attached to the car
chassis.
For the screw marked ★★, use an appropriate screw for the chosen mounting
location.
• To remove your unit, first remove the front trimplate. (Lift the top part carefully
with a flat screwdriver for easy removal). Insert the pair of keys provided all the
way into the grooves on each side of the unit and pull the unit out. (Fig. 3)
• Should now be securely, your unit should be secure in place. If you wish to re
enforce the installation, use the metal mounting strap supplied and follow the
procedures shown in Fig. 4.
Accessing the D.A.P. Presets
1. Press the D.A.P. button @. The D.A.P. indicator ® will illuminate in the display.
2. Press one of the Preset buttons ® and the indicator in that button will light.
3. The frequency of the station placed in the selected D.A.P. location will appear in
the display.
<CD OPERATION>
If the unit is not in the CD mode, press the DISC button ®.
Load
1. Insert a disc into the Disc Slot @. When the disc is halfway in, the power loading
system will pull the disc in and guide it into the play position.
2. If the disc is left at least halfway in, press the DISC button ® or press the disc
edge lightly to move it forward. "LOAd" will show in the display ® while loading.
3. When the unit is in the CD mode, the Digital Display shows "00 O'OO" for a second
while the data on the disc is read.
4. When a disc is loaded while the unit is in the tuner mode, it will automatically
switch to the CD mode.
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Installation Location
The 7909 is designed for in-dash mounting. For optimum performance, make sure
the player will not be exposed to:
1. Direct sun and heat
2. High humidity
3. Excessive dust
4. Excessive vibrations.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of your unit in the space provided on the back
cover of this manual and keep it as a permanent record. The serial number plate
is located on the bottom of the unit.
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INSTALLATION
OPERATION
Disc Indicator
This indicator (1) lights red when a 3-inch disc is loaded, and green when a 5-inch
disc is loaded.
Disc Eject and Reload
Press the EJECT button ©. The Digital Display (D will show "EJEC" for a second,
then the disc will come halfway out. If a 5-inch disc is left in this position for more
than 15 seconds the self loading system will be automatically actuated and the disc
will be reloaded into the mechanism and the player will be set to the pause mode.
Press the DISC button to resume playback.
When using 3-inch discs, the disc will remain ejected until it is pushed back in.
Pause
Press the DISC button ® to hold playback temporarily. The playback stops, but the
disc remains inside the player. To resume playback, press the DISC button ® again.
Music Sensor (Skip)
This feature allows you to access the beginning of your musical track selection simply
and quickly. It is functional in the play or pause mode. The display ® shows the track
number you have selected.
* To advance to the next track on the disc, press the side of the M. S. button
1. Playback stops, the pickup moves up to the beginning of the next track. That
track number appears in the display ®.
2. Playback begins immediately.
3. If you wish to access a track further ahead on the disc, continue pressing the
►w side of the M.S. button @ until you reach the track of your choice.
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* To replay the track that is currently playing, press the h« side of the M.S. button
1. Playback stops, the pickup moves back to the beginning of the current track.
The track number in the display @ remains the same.
2. Playback begins immediately from the beginning of the track.
3. If you access a track further toward the beginning of the disc, continue
pressing the hm side of the M.S. button @ until you reach the track of your
choice.
Fast Forward/Fast Backward
The Fast Forward/Fast Backward feature works in the play mode.
1. Press either the M.S. ►w @ or the M.S. h< @ button and hold it for more than one
second.
2. To move the pickup forward rapidly, hold down the M.S. UP button
3. To move the pickup backward rapidly, hold down the M.S. DN button
4. Release the button when you get to the desired position on the disc.
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OPERATION
<CD CHANGER OPERATION>
The following instructions apply only to systems that incorporate the Alpine CHMS601 or CHA-S604 CD changer (option) with the 7909.
Initial System Turn-On
When operating the system for the first time after installation or after the vehicle’s
battery has been disconnected and reconnected, press the Reset switch © with a
mechanical pencil or other pointed object.
Turn the unit on and access the CD Changer mode by pressing the DISC button ®
for more than 2 seconds. The CHANGER indicator ® shows in the display.
Direct Disc Access
1. Press one of the Direct Disc Access buttons ® to select from discs 1-6. The
indicator in that button lights. The track number and the elapsed time will appear
in the display.
2. Press the M.S./CD UP 0 or DN 0 button for musical track selection.
5. When the pickup reaches the end of the disc, it automatically returns to the
beginning. Playback will then start from the beginning of the disc.
REPEAT (One)
This feature allows you to continuously play back a single track.
1. Press the REPEAT button ®. The REPEAT indicator @ shows in the display.
2. The musical track shown in the display will be played back repeatedly.
3. To defeat the Repeat function, press the REPEAT button ® a second time.
SCAN
Press the SCAN button ® and the player will play back the first 10 seconds of each
track in succession. This function is useful in searching for a specific program ahead
on a disc. Press the SCAN button ® a second time to deactivate this function.
M.I.X. (Random Play)
Depress the M.I.X. button ® while in the CD mode and the musical tracks will be
played back in a random sequence generated by the microprocessor. After all the
tracks on the disc have been played back once, the player will begin a new random
sequence. Press the M.I.X. button a second time to deactivate this function.
CDS (CD Straight)
Press the CDS button 0 to activate the CDS mode. The CDS indicator ® will light.
To prevent the introduction of noise into the signal, the tone and balance circuits are
bypassed. This ensures that only the quietest, most dynamic and natural sound will
be heard. Press the CDS button 0 a second time to deactivate this function.
Note: When using the 7909 as a controller for the Alpine CD changer, the CDS
functions only with the internal CD player.
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REPEAT (One/AII)
This feature allows you to continuously repeat a single track or one entire disc.
To Repeat a Single Track
1. Locate the music track of your choice using the M.S./CD UP 0 or DN 0 button.
2. Press the REPEAT button ©. The REPEAT indicator 0 will illuminate. The music
track will be played back repeatedly.
3. To stop repeat play, press the REPEAT button 0 twice. The indicator switches
from "REPEAT" to "ALL REPEAT" and the illumination will be off.
To Repeat an Entire Disc
1. While playing a disc, press the REPEAT button
indicator 0 is displayed.
2. The disc will be played back repeatedly.
3. To stop repeat play, press the REPEAT button (
will be off.
For other operations for the CHM-S601 or CHA-S604 CD Changer, refer to the CD
OPERATION section on pages 14 through 16.
If no sound is heard during operating, proceed the next procedures.
1. Set the volume to minimum.
2. Press the Reset switch © with a mechanical pencil or other pointed object.
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until the "ALL REPEAT"
once. The indicator illumination
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