GM-3400T - Car amplifier PIONEER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GM-3400T PIONEER

Thank you for purchasing this PIONEER product. Please read through this manual before using the product for the first time, to ensure proper use. After reading, please keep the manual in a safe and accessible place for future reference. Before you start Visit our website 3 In case of trouble 3 Composition of manual 3 Before connecting/installing the amplifier Setting the Unit What’s what 5 Setting gain properly 5 Connecting the units Connection diagram 7 Before connecting the amplifier 7 About bridged mode 8 About suitable specification of speaker 8 Connecting the speakers 8 Connections when using the speaker input wire 9 Connecting the power terminal 9 Connecting the speaker output terminals 10 Installation Before installing the amplifier 12 Example of installation on the floor mat or chassis 12 Additional information Specifications 13

Section Before you start

English In case of trouble Should this product fail to operate properly, contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station. If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling. Private households in the member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one). For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal. By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health. Visit our website Visit us at the following site: http://www.pioneer.co.uk ! Register your product. We will keep the details of your purchase on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. ! We offer the latest information about Pioneer Corporation on our website. 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 8. ! Location of Installation holes on the main unit. Before connecting/ installing the amplifier WARNING ! 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.

Before you start ! 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 engine is at rest or idling may exhaust the battery.

Section Setting the Unit 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 BFC (beat frequency control) switch Located front side the unit. If beats are audible while listening to MW/LW broadcasts via car stereo, change the BFC switch using a small flathead screwdriver. 3 BASS BOOST (bass boost level control) switch You can select a bass boost level from 0 dB, 6 dB and 12 dB. 4 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. English What’s what

5 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 connected: 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 improper 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.

Setting the Unit Gain control of this 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 Signal waveform distorted with high output, if you raise the gain of the amplifier the power changes only slightly.

Section Connecting the units

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. Speaker output terminals Please see the following section for speaker connection instructions. Refer to Connections when using the speaker input wire on page 9. Fuse (30 A) × 2 Fuse (30 A) × 2 Grommet Rear side Front side English Connection diagram Before connecting the amplifier 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 separately) 4 External output 5 Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately) 6 Speaker input terminal Please see the following section for speaker connection instructions. Refer to Connections when using the speaker input wire on page 9. 7 RCA input jack 8 System remote control wire (sold separately) WARNING ! Secure the wiring with cable clamps or adhesive 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 together multiple speakers’ negative (*) lead wires. ! If the system remote control wire of the amplifier 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 ! 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 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 Nominal input: Min. 135 W (GM-5400T) Min. 60 W (GM-3400T) One-channel output Nominal input: Min. 420 W (GM-5400T) Min. 180 W (GM-3400T) Other than subwoofer 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. 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

Speaker channel Power Two-channel output MAX input: Min. 250 W (GM-5400T) Min. 120 W (GM-3400T) One-channel output 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) Section Connecting the units

English 1 Speaker (Left) 2 Speaker (Right) Connecting the power terminal One-channel output ! 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 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.

Car Stereo Speaker output Gray: Right + Gray/black: Right * White/black: Left * White: Left + Speaker input connector To speaker input terminal of this unit. 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.

Positive (+) terminal Engine compartment Vehicle interior Fuse (30 A) × 2 Insert the O-ring rubber grommet into the vehicle body. 6 Drill a 14 mm hole into the vehicle body.

Connecting the units 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.

Terminal screws Battery wire Ground wire 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 and twist. Twist 1 Lug 2 Battery wire 3 Ground wire 4 Connect the wires to the terminal. Fix the wires securely with the terminal screws. 2 Attach lugs to speaker wire ends. Lugs not supplied. Use pliers, etc., to crimp lugs to wires. 1 Lug 2 Speaker wire 3 Connect the speaker wires to the speaker output terminals. Fix the speaker wires securely with the terminal screws. 1 System remote control terminal 2 GND terminal 3 Power terminal

Section Connecting the units

English 1 Terminal screws 2 Speaker wires 3 Speaker output terminals

Installation 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 driver, 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 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 amplifier, 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 depending 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 diameter hole 3 Floor mat or chassis Appendix Additional information 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 Weight .......................................... 3.8 kg (Leads for wiring not included) 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 (IEC-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 Fuse ................................................ 25 A × 1 Dimensions (W × H × D) ... 263 mm × 61 mm × 206 Weight .......................................... 2 kg (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 (IEC-A network) Distortion ..................................... 0.01 % (10 W, 1 kHz) Separation .................................. 70 dB (1 kHz) Low pass filter: Cut off frequency ........... 80 Hz Cut off slope ..................... –12 dB/oct 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 English Specifications Notes ! Specifications and the design are subject to modifications without notice due to improvements. ! The average current drawn is nearly the maximum current drawn by this unit when an audio signal is input. Use this value when working out total current drawn by multiple power amplifiers. 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, 4W) Average current drawn ......... 4 A (4 W for two channels)

7.8 A (4 W for one channel)