ALPINE CHM-S620 Compact Disc Remote Changer Owner’s Manual

ALPINE CHM-S620 Compact Disc Remote Changer

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: CHM-S620
• Product Type: Compact Disc Remote Changer
• Country of Origin: Hungary
• Printed: 68P01149K41-O

Product Usage Instructions

Before Installation
Perform the installation at a location that is level. Make sure the parking brake is on and the ignition is OFF. Refer to the Connections and Operation sections before you proceed with installation.

Installation

1. Install the Shuttle properly using the L-type brackets supplied. Improper installation can degrade performance (causing the player to skip, mis-track, etc.).
2. Install the Shuttle in the trunk of the car or another suitable location. In the passenger compartment of some cars, the glove box, under the dash, or centre console may be able to accommodate the CHM-S620. Make sure that the installation will not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle or with passenger legroom.
3. The CHM-S620 should be mounted to a stable surface. If no stable surface is available, you must build a mounting board for the Shuttle. Choose a location that allows easy access to insert and remove the CD magazine. Determine the mounting location and position. Then have the necessary parts ready before you begin installation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Where should I install the CHM-S620?
  A: The CHM-S620 can be installed in the trunk of your car or in other suitable locations such as the glove box, under the dash, or centre console. Ensure that the installation does not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle or passenger legroom.
• Q: How should I mount the CHM-S620?
  A: The CHM-S620 should be mounted to a stable surface. If no stable surface is available, you can build a mounting board for the Shuttle. Choose a location that allows easy access to insert and remove the CD magazine. Determine the mounting location and position before beginning the installation.

OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read this manual to maximize your enjoyment of the outstanding performance and feature capabilities of the equipment, then retain the manual for future reference.

IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of your unit in the space provided here and keep it as a permanent record. The serial number plate is located on the top of the unit.

• SERIAL NUMBER: ——————————
• INSTALLATION DATE: ——————————
• INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN: ——————————
• PLACE OF PURCHASE: ——————————

Accessories

Points to Observe for Safe Usage

• Read this manual carefully before starting the operation and use this system safely. We cannot be responsible for problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions in this manual.
• This manual uses various pictorial displays to show how to use this product safely and to avoid harm to yourself and others and damage to your property. Here is what these pictorial displays mean. Understanding them is important for reading this manual.
• Meaning of displays
  • Warning
    This label is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating instructions. Failure to heed the instructions will result in severe injury or death.
  • Caution
    This label is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating instructions. Failure to heed the instructions can result in injury or material damage.

Safety Instruction

Warning

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER. Doing so may lead to an accident, fire or electric shock.
• KEEP SMALL ARTICLES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately.
• 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.
• MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS. Failure to do so may cause fire or accident to occur.
• DO NOT CUT AWAY THE WIRE SHEATH AND USE POWER FOR OTHER EQUIPMENT. Doing so may exceed the current carrying capacity of the wire and result in fire or electric shock.
• DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS THAT MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION OR CREATE HAZARDS FOR VEHICLE OCCUPANTS. Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement.
• DO NOT CONTACT, DAMAGE OR OBSTRUCT PIPES, FLUID LINES OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES. Failure to take such precautions may result in fire or cause an accident or injury.
• DO NOT USE NUTS OR BOLTS IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM WHEN MAKING INSTALLATION OR GROUND CONNECTIONS. Never use safety-related parts such as bolts or nuts in the steering or brake systems or tanks to make wiring installations or ground connections. Using such parts could disable control of the vehicle and cause brake failure, other accidents or injury.
• ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR PINCHED. Route the cables and wiring so as not to be crimped by moving parts or make contact with sharp or pointed spots that might damage the wiring. Failure to do so may cause failure of the unit or vehicle.
• HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS. The wiring and installation of this unit require special technical skills and experience. To ensure safety, always contact the dealer where you purchased this unit to have the work done.
• HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. When problems occur such as a lack of sound or video, foreign objects inside the unit, smoke coming out, or noxious odours, stop use immediately and contact the dealer where you bought the equipment. Failure to do so may result in an accident or injury.
• DO NOT USE THIS EQUIPMENT FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN STATED FOR THE VEHICLE. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury.
• DO NOT PLACE FOREIGN OBJECTS IN INSERTION SLOTS OR GAPS. Do not insert hands, fingers or foreign objects in the disc or cassette insertion slots, or gaps during monitor startup/storage. Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.

Caution

• USE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL THEM SECURELY. 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 may create hazards.
• DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE OR DUST. A high incidence of moisture or dust that penetrates this unit may cause smoke or fire.

Guide for Installation and Connections

Before Installation

• Install a location that is level. Make sure the parking brake is on and the ignition is OFF. Refer to the Connections and Operation sections before you proceed with installation.
• Install the Shuttle properly using the “L” type brackets supplied. Improper installation can degrade performance (causing the player to skip, mis-track, etc.).
• Install the Shuttle in the trunk of the car or another suitable location. In the passenger compartment of some cars, the glove box, under the dash or centre console may be able to accommodate the CHM-S620. Make sure that the installation will not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle or with passenger legroom.
• The CHM-S620 should be mounted to a stable surface. If no stable surface is available, you must build a mounting board for the Shuttle. Choose a location that allows easy access to insert and remove the CD magazine. Determine the mounting location and position. Then have the necessary parts ready before you begin installation.

NOTE:
For the vertical installation be sure to install the Shuttle with the CD magazine slot facing upward.

Installation of Shuttle
With the CHM-S620, CDs are automatically removed from and reinserted into the CD magazine, DO NOT mount the unit upside down, as this could cause the mechanism to become misaligned.

CAUTION:

• Do not install the Shuttle near the vehicle’s fuel tank. This will prevent the mounting screws from damaging the tank.
• Never install the Shuttle on the rear deck or front dashboard of the car. The temperatures caused by direct sunlight at these locations can reach extremes that could cause permanent damage to the Shuttle. The Alpine Warranty will be voided in cases where this caution has been ignored and results in damage to the Shuttle.

Transport Locks
Three transport locks have been attached to the bottom of the Shuttle for protection during shipment. Remove these transport locks before using them. Keep the removed transport locks in the plastic bag attached to the connector of the Shuttle.

Mounting in the Trunk

• Make sure the mounting angle of the Shuttle installation will fall within the five preset positions (22.5° to 45° from the horizontal or vertical position). The Shuttle is preset at the factory for horizontal mounting. If you wish to install it at any other angle, change the spring configuration as shown.
• Change the position of the spring with your finger. Use the figure to determine which spring position would be best suited for your chosen mounting location. If the spring configuration is incorrect or the spring positions on the left and right sides are not the same, the shock-absorbing mechanism will not function properly. This will prevent the CD Shuttle from operating at its best.

NOTE:
After setting the spring position, put on the label covers on the cutouts on both sides.

CAUTION:

• Do not allow the vehicle’s cable to come into contact with the unit.
• If the vehicle’s cable touches the unit, the insulation sheath of the cable may wear out by the vibration of the vehicle movement and cause a short circuit.
• Route the cables adequately away from the unit.

Connections
The CHM-S620 CD Shuttle is not equipped with a built-in control unit and power amplifier. Consult your authorized Alpine dealer for connections of your control unit and power amplifier.

NOTE:
The CHM-S620 is designed for 12-volt DC negative ground operation so make sure that your vehicle has this system before making electrical connections.

1. 8-pin DIN Connector
   Connect this to your control unit or changer control input of your Alpine Shuttle-ready head unit.

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 the coating 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 Alpine noise suppressors, contact them for further information.
• Your Alpine dealer knows best about noise prevention measures so consult your dealer for further information.

INSTALLATION

L-Bracket Hole Application Chart

Installation of “L” type brackets

1. Determine the mounting location and angle.
2. Change the spring position to the mounting angle.
3. Mount the “L” type brackets according to the mounting angle. Use the hexagon washer-head bolts (M4 x 8) to fasten the two “L” type mounting brackets (supplied) to the sides of the CD Shuttle.

USA/CANADA MODELS:

• Use the hexagon washer-head bolts (M4 x 6) to fasten the “L” type brackets.
• The “L” type bracket hole 2 has a 3-stage (3 holes).

Caution

• Do not allow any cables in the vehicle to come into contact with the unit.
• It is possible, the constant vibration and movement in the vehicle can cause the cable’s insulation to wear through. This could lead to a short circuit.

Installation of Shuttle to Vehicle Floor
Use the hexagon flange-head screws (M5 x15) to fasten the “L” type mounting brackets (supplied) to the vehicle floor.

1. Hexagon Flange-head Screws (M5 x 15)
2. “L” Type Brackets

Using Floor Base Plates

1. Determine a mounting location by placing the Shuttle under the carpet.
2. First, insert the Hexagon bolts (M6 x 25) up through the holes in the bottom of the floor base plates. The bolt heads should be recessed into the hole under the base plate so the base lays flat on the floor. Then, mount the floor base plates to the floor of the vehicle with the Hexagon flange-head screws (M5 x 15).
3. Cut the mat in a “+” shape with a knife to allow the threaded shaft of the floor base plates to come through.
4. Mount the Shuttle on the carpet with hexagon flange-head nuts (M6).
   1. Hexagon Flange-head Screws (M5 x 15)
   2. “L” Type Brackets
   3. Floor Base Plates
   4. Hexagon Flange-head Nuts (M6)
   5. Hexagon Bolts (M6 x 25)

Handling CD magazine

Preparation for playback
Before operating the unit, follow the procedure below for loading the CD magazine.

1. To remove the CD tray 3 from the CD magazine, pull the lever 2 with your finger (Fig. 1).
2. Insert one disc into each CD tray 3 of the magazine (up to 6 discs ). Make sure the label side of the disc is facing up (Fig. 2)
   NOTE:
   • Hold the disc so you will not leave fingerprints on the disc surface (refer to the “PROPER CARE OF YOUR DISC” section).
   • When removing the CD tray from the CD magazine, hold the tray securely so as not to drop the disc.
3. Insert each CD tray, with the disc loaded, all the way into the CD magazine (Fig. 3).
   • Be sure to insert 6 CD trays whether the disc is loaded or not.
   • Make sure the CD trays are inserted straight to prevent jamming (Fig. 4).
4. Open the CD magazine compartment door by sliding it to the right until it locks. (Fig. 5)
5. Insert the CD magazine 1 into the Shuttle until it locks with the narrow side facing the unit as shown in Fig. 6.
6. After inserting the CD magazine 1, close the CD magazine compartment door by sliding it to the left. (Fig. 7)
   Caution: The door must be completely closed and remain closed at all times to prevent dust, water and smoke contaminants from diminishing the overall performance of the CD Shuttle.
7. To remove the CD magazine, open the CD magazine compartment door, then press the eject button 4. (Fig. 8)

Note:
Do not forcibly remove the CD magazine by hand because this would cause damage to the changer mechanism.

Proper care of your disc

Refer Fig. 1-4

1. Transparent Sheet
2. Disc Stabilizer
3. Center Hole
4. Bumps

• Proper Handling (Fig. 1)
  Handle your disc as shown. Do not drop the disc while handling it. Hold the disc so you will not leave fingerprints on the surface. If the surface is scratched, it may cause the pickup to skip. Do not affix tape, paper, or gummed labels on the disc. Do not write on the disc.
• Keep Your Discs Clean (Fig. 2)
  Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface could cause the pickup to skip. For routine cleaning, wipe the playing surface with a clean, soft cloth from the centre 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.
• Disc Accessories (Fig. 3)
  Various disc accessories for protecting the surface of the disc and improving sound quality are available on the market.
• However, many of them will increase the thickness and/or diameter of the disc. Using such accessories may place the disc beyond the specified size limitations and cause the changer to malfunction. Because of the high-precision electronics of the CHM-S620 and the highly stable mechanism, these accessories are not necessary and therefore not recommended for use with discs placed in the CHM-S620.
• Caution for new discs (Fig.4)
  When a newly purchased disc is inserted into the changer magazine, the disc may fail to play after initial loading. This is caused by small bumps around the centre hole and outside of the disc, which prevents stable loading into the correct position. To remove the bumps, rub the inside edge of the hole and the outside edge of the disc with a ball-point pen or other such instrument, then insert the disc again.
  NOTE:
  The mechanism automatically prevents this type of disc from playing as a protective measure. This is not an indication of faulty operation.
  • 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 cases and store them in a cool place away from the sun, heat, and dust.
• Irregular Shaped Discs (Fig. 5)
  Make sure the discs you use in this unit do not have any irregularities. The outer and inner edges should be round and smooth. The use of irregularly shaped discs may cause damage to the mechanism.

Specifications

• Sampling Rate ……………………………………………………………………………….. 44.1 kHz
• System. ………………………………………………………. Optical (Compact disc System)
• Number of Quantization Bits …………………………………………………… 16-bit Linear
• Oversampling …………………………………………………………………………………. 8 Times
• Number of Channels ……………………………………………………………………. 2 (stereo)
• Frequency Response. ……………………………………………. 5-20,000 Hz (+0, -0.5 dB)
• Wow & Flutter ……………………………………………………… Below measurable limits
• Total Harmonic Distortion. ……………………………………………….. 0.004% (at 1 kHz)
• Dynamic Range …………………………………………………………………………………. 94 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio. ……………………………………………………………………. 103 dBA
• Channel Separation …………………………………………… More than 85 dB (at 1 kHz)
• Power Requirement ………………………………………. 14.4 V DC (11 -16V allowable)
• Output Voltage …………………………………………………………. 850 mV into 10 kohms
• Weight. …………………………………………………………………………. 1.7 kg (3 lbs. 11 oz)
• Dimensions (W x D x H) …………………………………………………. 10″ x 6-3/8″x 2-1/2″
• …………………………………………………………………………………. (255 x 161.5 x 63 mm)

NOTE:
Due to product improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

SERVICE CARE

• For the North American Customers
  IMPORTANT NOTICE
  This Compact Disc Shuttle has been type-tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device under 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 under the manufacturer’s instructions.
• For European Customers
  Should you have any questions about the warranty, please consult your store of purchase.
• For Customers in other Countries
  IMPORTANT NOTICE
  Customers who purchase the product with which this notice is packaged, and who make this purchase in countries other than the United States of America and Canada, please contact your dealer for information regarding warranty coverage.

Contact Information

ALPINE ELECTRONICS, INC.

• Tokyo office: 1-1-8 Nishi Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8501, Japan
• Tel.: (03) 3494-1101

ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A.

• Via C. Colombo 8, 20090 Trezzano Sul Naviglio MI, Italy
• Tel.: 02-48 47 81

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 FRANCE S.A.R.L.

• (RCS PONTOISE B 338 101 280) 98, Rue De La Belle Etoile, Z.I. Paris Nord Il B.P. 50016 F-95945, Roissy, Charles De Gaulle Cedex, France
• Tel.: 01-48 63 89 89

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.

• Suite 203, 7300 Warden Ave. Markham, Ontario L3R 9Z6, Canada
• Tel.: 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K., LTD.

• 13 Tanners Drive, Blakelands, Milton Keynes MK14 5BU, U.K.
• Tel.: 01908-61 15 56

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.

• 6-8 Fiveways Boulevarde Keysborough, Victoria 3173, Australia
• Tel.: (03) 9769-0000

ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAÑA, S.A.

• Portal De Gamarra 36, Pabellón 32 01013 Vitoria (Alava)-Apdo. 133, Spain
• Tel.: 34-45-283588

ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH

• Kreuzerkamp 7-11 40878 Ratingen, Germany
• Tel.: 02102-45 50

Documents / Resources

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