Pioneer GM-3400T, GM-5400T User Manual

BRIDGEABLE TWO-CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER AMPLIFICATEUR DE PUISSANCE PONTABLE A DEUX CANAUX AMPLIFICADOR DE POTENCIA DE DOS CANALES DE PUENTE

GM-5400T GM-3400T

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Owner’s Manual

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Manual de instrucciones

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Before you start

Thank you for purchasing this PIONEER product. It is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. PIONEER SUGGESTS USING A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER DUE TO THE COMPLEXITY OF THIS PRODUCT. Please read all instructions and WARNINGS in this manual before attempting operation. Should you have any questions, contact your nearest Pioneer authorized dealer or installation specialist.

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the equipment.

After-sales service for Pioneer products

Please contact the dealer or distributor from where you purchased this unit for after-sales service (including warranty conditions) or any other information. In case the necessary information is not available, please contact the companies listed below: Please do not ship your unit to the companies at the addresses listed below for repair without advance contact.

U.S.A.

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. CUSTOMER SUPPORT DIVISION P.O. Box 1760 Long Beach, CA 90801-1760 800-421-1404

CANADA

Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION DEPARTMENT 300 Allstate Parkway Markham, Ontario L3R 0P2 1-877-283-5901 905-479-4411

For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with this unit.

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Before you start

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Composition of manual

This manual applies to the GM-5400T and GM3400T. However, the illustrations show the GM5400T. There are differences between the GM-5400T and the GM-3400T . The differences for the GM3400T are as follows:

! Fuse: 25 A × 1 ! There is no BFC (beat frequency control)

switch.

! There is no BASS BOOST (bass boost level

control) switch

! Suitable specification of speaker. Refer to

About suitable specification of speaker on page 7.

! Location of Installation holes on the main

unit.

Before connecting/ installing the amplifier

WARNING

! Handling the cord on this product or cords as-

sociated with accessories sold with the product may expose you to chemicals listed on proposition 65 known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

! The use of a special red battery and ground

wire RD-223, available separately, is recommended. Connect the battery wire directly to the car battery positive terminal + and the ground wire to the car body.

! This unit is for vehicles with a 12 V battery and

negative grounding. Before installing in recreational vehicles, trucks or buses, check the battery voltage.

! Always use a fuse of the rating prescribed.

The use of an improper fuse could result in

overheating and smoke, damage to the product and injury, including burns.

! Check the connections of the power supply

and speakers if the fuse of the separately sold battery wire or the amplifier fuse blows. Determine and resolve the cause, then replace the fuse with identical equivalent.

! Do not allow this unit to come into contact

with liquids. Electrical shock could result. Also, damage to this unit, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids. The surfaces of the amplifier and any attached speakers may also heat up and cause minor burns.

! In the event of any abnormality, the power

supply to the amplifier is cut off to prevent equipment malfunction. If this occurs, switch the system power OFF and check the power supply and speaker connections. If you are unable to determine the cause, please contact your dealer.

! Always disconnect the negative * terminal of

the battery beforehand to avoid the risk of electric shock or short circuit during installation.

CAUTION

! Always keep the volume low enough so that

you can hear sounds from outside the vehicle.

! Extended use of the car stereo while the en-

gine is at rest or idling may exhaust the battery.

Important (Serial number)

The serial number is located on the bottom of this unit. For your own security and convenience, be sure to record this number on the enclosed warranty card.

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Setting the Unit

What’s what

Front side

Rear side

To adjust the switch, use a flathead screwdriver if needed.

1 Power indicator

The power indicator lights up to indicate power ON.

2 BASS BOOST (bass boost level control) switch

You can select a bass boost level from 0 dB, 6 dB and 12 dB.

3 GAIN (gain) control

If output remains low, even when the car stereo volume is turned up, turn controls to lower level. If distortion occurs when the car stereo volume is turned up, turn these controls to higher level. ! For use with an RCA equipped car stereo

(standard output of 500 mV), set to the NORMAL position. For use with an RCA equipped Pioneer car stereo, with max. output of 4 V or more, adjust level to match that of the car stereo output.

! If you hear too much noise when using

the speaker input terminals, turn the gain control to higher level.

4 LPF (low-pass filter) switch

Switch the settings based on the connected speaker. ! When the Subwoofer is connected:

Select ON. This eliminates high range frequency and outputs low range frequency.

! When the full range speaker is con-

nected: Select OFF. OFF outputs the entire frequency range.

Setting gain properly

! Protective function included to prevent

malfunction of the unit and/or speakers due to excessive output, improper use or improper connection.

! When outputting high volume sound etc.,

this function cuts off the output for a few seconds as a normal function, but output is restored when the volume of the head unit is turned down.

! A cut in sound output may indicate impro-

per setting of the gain control. To ensure continuous sound output with the head unit at a high volume, set amplifier gain control to a level appropriate for the preout maximum output level of the head unit, so that volume can remain unchanged and to control excess output.

! Despite correct volume and gain settings,

the unit sound still cuts out periodically. In such cases, please contact the nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station.

Gain control of this unit

Preout level: 2 V (Standard: 500mV)

Setting the Unit

Above illustration shows NORMAL gain setting.

Relationship between amplifier gain and head unit output power

If amplifier gain is raised improperly, this will simply increase distortion, with little increase in power.

Signal waveform when outputting at high volume using amplifier gain control

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Signal waveform distorted with high output, if you raise the gain of the amplifier the power changes only slightly.

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Connecting the units

Connection diagram

1 Special red battery wire

RD-223 (sold separately) After completing all other amplifier connections, finally connect the battery wire terminal of the amplifier to the positive (+) battery terminal.

2 Ground wire (Black)

RD-223 (sold separately) Connect to metal body or chassis.

3 Car stereo with RCA output jacks (sold sepa-

rately)

4 External output 5 Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold se-

parately)

6 Speaker input terminal

Please see the following section for speaker connection instructions. Refer to Connections when using the speaker input wire on page 8.

7 RCA input jack 8 System remote control wire (sold separately)

Connect male terminal of this wire to the system remote control terminal of the car stereo (SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL). The female terminal can be connected to the auto-antenna relay control terminal. If the car stereo lacks a system remote control terminal, connect the male terminal to the power terminal via the ignition switch.

9 Speaker output terminals

Please see the following section for speaker connection instructions. Refer to Connections when using the speaker input wire on page 8.

a Fuse (30 A) × 2 b Fuse (30 A) × 2 c Grommet d Rear side e Front side

Before connecting the amplifier

WARNING

! Secure the wiring with cable clamps or adhe-

sive tape. To protect the wiring, wrap sections in contact with metal parts in adhesive tape.

! Never cut the insulation of the power supply

to feed power to other equipment. Current capacity of the wire is limited.

CAUTION

! Never shorten any wires, the protection circuit

may malfunction.

! Never ground speaker wire directly or band to-

gether multiple speakers’ negative (*) lead wires.

! If the system remote control wire of the ampli-

fier is connected to the power terminal via the ignition switch (12 V DC), the amplifier will remain on with the ignition whether the car stereo is on or off, which may exhaust battery if the engine is at rest or idling.

Connecting the units

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! Install and route the separately sold battery

wire as far as possible from the speaker wires. Install and route the separately sold battery wire, ground wire, speaker wires and the amplifier as far away as possible from the antenna, antenna cable and tuner.

About bridged mode

Speaker impedance is max. 4 W, please carefully check. Improper connection to the amplifier may result in malfunction or personal injury due to burns from overheating. For bridged mode for a two-channel amplifier, with a 4 W load, either wire two 8 W speakers in parallel, Left + and Right * (Diagram A) or use a single 4 W speaker. For other amplifiers, please follow the speaker output connection diagram for bridging shown on rear: two 8 W speakers in parallel for a 4 W load or a single 4 W speaker per channel. For any further enquiries, contact your local authorized Pioneer dealer or customer service.

to 8 W for stereo connection, or 4 W to 8 W for monaural and other bridge connection.

Subwoofer

Speaker channel Power

Two-channel output

One-channel output

Nominal input: Min. 135 W (GM-5400T) Min. 60 W (GM-3400T)

Nominal input: Min. 420 W (GM-5400T) Min. 180 W (GM-3400T)

Other than subwoofer

Speaker channel Power

Two-channel output

One-channel output

MAX input: Min. 250 W (GM-5400T) Min. 120 W (GM-3400T)

MAX input: Min. 760 W (GM-5400T) Min. 350 W (GM-3400T)

Connecting the speakers

The speaker output mode can be two-channel (stereo) or one-channel (mono). Connect the speaker leads to suit the mode according to the figures shown below.

Two-channel output (Stereo)

About suitable specification of speaker

Ensure speakers conform to the following standards, otherwise there is a risk of fire, smoke or damage. Speaker impedance is 2 W

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Connecting the units

1 Speaker (Left) 2 Speaker (Right)

One-channel output

1 Speaker (Mono)

Connections when using the speaker input wire

Connect the car stereo speaker output wires to the amplifier using the supplied speaker input wire. ! Do not connect both the RCA input and the

speaker input at the same time.

Connecting the power terminal

! The use of a special red battery and ground

wire RD-223, available separately, is recommended. Connect the battery wire directly to the car battery positive terminal (+) and the ground wire to the car body.

WARNING

If the battery wire is not securely fixed to the terminal using the terminal screws, there is a risk of overheating, malfunction and injury, including minor burns.

1 Route battery wire from engine compartment to the vehicle interior.

After completing all other amplifier connections, finally connect the battery wire terminal of the amplifier to the positive (+ ) battery terminal.

1 Car Stereo 2 Speaker output 3 Gray: Right + 4 Gray/black: Right * 5 White/black: Left * 6 White: Left + 7 Speaker input connector

To speaker input terminal of this unit.

1 Positive (+) terminal 2 Engine compartment 3 Vehicle interior 4 Fuse (30 A) × 2 5 Insert the O-ring rubber grommet into the

vehicle body.

6 Drill a 14 mm hole into the vehicle body (1/2

inch) .

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2 Twist the battery wire, ground wire and system remote control wire.

Twist

3 Attach lugs to wire ends. Lugs not supplied.

Use pliers, etc., to crimp lugs to wires.

1 Lug 2 Battery wire 3 Ground wire

4 Connect the wires to the terminal.

Fix the wires securely with the terminal screws.

4 Terminal screws 5 Battery wire 6 Ground wire 7 System remote control wire

Connecting the speaker output terminals

1 Expose the end of the speaker wires using nippers or a cutter by about 10 mm (3/8 inch) and twist.

Twist

2 Attach lugs to speaker wire ends. Lugs not supplied.

Use pliers, etc., to crimp lugs to wires.

1 System remote control terminal 2 GND terminal 3 Power terminal

1 Lug 2 Speaker wire

3 Connect the speaker wires to the speaker output terminals.

Fix the speaker wires securely with the terminal screws.

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Connecting the units

1 Terminal screws 2 Speaker wires 3 Speaker output terminals

Installation

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Before installing the amplifier

WARNING

! To ensure proper installation, use the supplied

parts in the manner specified. If any parts other than those supplied are used, they may damage internal parts of the amplifier, or become loose causing the amplifier to shut down.

! Do not install in:

— Places where it could injure the driver or

passengers if the vehicle stops suddenly.

— Places where it may interfere with the dri-

ver, such as on the floor in front of the driver’s seat.

! Install tapping screws in such a way that the

screw tip does not touch any wire. This is important to prevent wires from being cut by vibration of the car, which can result in fire.

! Make sure that wires are not caught in the

sliding mechanism of the seats, resulting in a short-circuit.

! When drilling to install the amplifier, always

confirm no parts are behind the panel and protect all cables and important equipment (e.g. fuel/brake lines, wiring) from damage.

! After installing the amplifier, confirm that the

spare tire, jack and tools can be easily removed.

Example of installation on the floor mat or chassis

1 Place the amplifier in the desired installation location.

Insert the supplied tapping screws (4 mm × 18 mm) into the screw holes and push on the screws with a screwdriver so they make an imprint where the installation holes are to be located.

2 Drill 2.5 mm (1/8 inch) diameter holes at the imprints either on the carpet or directly on the chassis.

3 Install the amplifier with the use of supplied tapping screws (4 mm × 18 mm).

CAUTION

! To ensure proper heat dissipation of the ampli-

fier, ensure the following during installation: — Allow adequate space above the amplifier

for proper ventilation.

— Do not cover the amplifier with a floor mat

or carpet.

! Avoid routing wires through hot areas, such

as near the heater outlet. Heat may damage the insulation, resulting in a short-circuit through the vehicle body.

! The optimal installation location differs de-

pending on the car model. Secure the amplifier at a sufficiently rigid location.

! Firstly make temporary connections and

check to ensure the amplifier and system operate properly.

1 Tapping-screws (4 mm × 18 mm) 2 Drill a 2.5 mm (1/8 inch) diameter hole 3 Floor mat or chassis

Appendix

Additional information

Specifications

GM-5400T

Power source ............................. 14.4 V DC (10.8 V to 15.1 V

allowable)

Grounding system ................... Negative type

Current consumption ............ 30 A (at continuous power,

4 W)

Average current drawn ......... 10 A (4 W for two channels)

19 A (4 W for one channel)

Fuse ................................................ 30 A × 2

Dimensions (W × H × D) ...265 mm × 62 mm × 346

(10-3/8 in. ×2-1/2 in. × 1 ft.

2 in.)

Weight .......................................... 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

(Leads for wiring not in-

cluded)

Maximum power output ....... 250 W × 2 (4 W) / 760 W × 1

(4 W) Continuous power output ...125 W × 2 (at 14.4 V, 4 W,20

Hz to 20 kHz 0.2% THD)

380 W × 1 (at 14.4 V, 4 W,20

Hz to 20 kHz 0.8% THD)

190 W × 2 (at 14.4 V, 2 W,20

Hz to 20 kHz 0.8% THD)

Load impedance ...................... 4 W (2 W to 8 W allowable)

(Bridge connection: 4 W to 8

W allowable)

Frequency response ............... 10 Hz to 50 kHz (+0 dB, –1

dB)

Signal-to-noise ratio ............... 95 dB (IHF-A network)

Distortion ..................................... 0.03 % (10 W, 1 kHz)

Separation .................................. 70 dB (1 kHz)

Low pass filter:

Cut off frequency ........... 80 Hz

Cut off slope ..................... –12 dB/oct

Bass boost:

Frequency .......................... 50 Hz

Level ..................................... 0 dB/6 dB/12 dB

Gain control:

RCA ...................................... 200 mV to 6.5 V

Speaker .............................. 0.8 V to 26 V

Maximum input level / impedance:

RCA ...................................... 6.5 V / 22 kW

Speaker .............................. 26 V / 90 kW

CEA2006 Specifications

Power output ............................. 125 W RMS × 2 Channels

(at 14.4 V, 4 W and ≦ 1% THD+N) 380 W RMS × 1 Channels (at 14.4 V, 4 W BRIDGE and ≦ 1 % THD+N) 190 W RMS × 2 Channels (at 14.4 V, 2 W and ≦ 1% THD+N)

S/N ratio ....................................... 75 dBA (reference: 1 W into

4 W)

GM-3400T

Power source ............................. 14.4 V DC (10.8 V to 15.1 V

allowable)

Grounding system ................... Negative type

Current consumption ............ 15 A (at continuous power,

4 W )

Average current drawn ......... 4 A (4 W for two channels)

7.8 A (4 W for one channel)

Fuse ................................................ 25 A × 1

Dimensions (W × H × D) ...263 mm × 61 mm × 206

mm(10-3/8 in. × 2-3/8 in. × 8-1/8 in.)

Weight .......................................... 2 kg (4.4 lbs)

(Leads for wiring not included)

Maximum power output ....... 120 W × 2 (4 W) / 350 W × 1

(4 W)

Continuous power output ...60 W × 2 (at 14.4 V, 4 W,20

Hz to 20 kHz 0.2% THD) 175 W × 1 (at 14.4 V, 4 W,20 Hz to 20 kHz 0.8% THD) 85 W × 2 (at 14.4 V, 2 W,20 Hz to 20 kHz 0.8% THD)

Load impedance ...................... 4 W (2 W to 8 W allowable)

(Bridge connection: 4 W to 8 W allowable)

Frequency response ............... 10 Hz to 50 kHz (+0 dB, –1

dB)

Signal-to-noise ratio ............... 95 dB (IHF-A network)

Distortion ..................................... 0.01 % (10 W, 1 kHz)

Separation .................................. 70 dB (1 kHz)

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