Alpine PDP-E802DSP User manual

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FOR CAR USE ONLY/ NUR FÜR AUTOMOBILGEBRAUCH/ POUR APPLICATION AUTOMOBILE/ PARA
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PDP-E802DSP
8 CHANNEL CLASS-D DSP POWER AMPLIFIER
• OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
• BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
Lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung bitte
vor Gebrauch des Gerätes.
• MODE D’EMPLOI
Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil.
• MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
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• ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO
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attrezzatura.
• ANVÄNDARHANDLEDNING
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läsa igenom denna användarhandledning.
• GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING
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alvorens dit toestel te gebruiken.
• РУКОВОДСТВО ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ
Прочтите настоящее руководство
перед началом использования
оборудования.
ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC.
1-7, Yukigaya-Otsukamachi, Ota-ku,
Tokyo 145-0067, JAPAN
Phone: [phone]
ALPS ALPINE EUROPE GmbH
Ohmstraße 4
85716 Unterschleißheim, Germany
Phone: [phone]
For contact information in your
respective country, please visit:
www.alpine-europe.com/distribution.html
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC.
1500 Atlantic Boulevard, Auburn Hills,
Michigan 48326, U.S.A.
Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam
Victoria 3803, Australia
Phone [phone]
ALPS ALPINE ASIA CO.,LTD.
The 9th Towers, Tower B ,floor 24th 33/4 Rama 9 road
Huay Kwang, Huay Kwang
Bangkok, Thailand 10310
Phone: [phone] Ex.265
Designed by ALPS ALPINE Europe GmbH

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English
CONTENTS
WARNING................................................................................3
SERVICE CARE .......................................................................4
PRODUCT FEATURES ..........................................................5
ACCESSORIES ........................................................................6
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE................................................7
HARDWARE CONFIGURATION.........................................8
Replacing Fuses....................................................................8
input configuration ......................................................... 10
PARALLEL MODE .............................................................. 10
WIRELESS MODULE.......................................................... 14
INSTALLATION.................................................................... 14
CONNECTOR PINNING.................................................... 14
PC CONNECTION .............................................................. 15
FACTORY settings............................................................. 16
ALPINE SOUND LAB FOR PDP‑E802DSP................... 17
ALPINE REMOTE CONTROL APP
FOR PDP‑E802DSP........................................................ 26
USB CONNECTION FOR MUSIC PLAYBACK............ 27
WIRELESS STREAMING.................................................... 27
SYSTEM EXAMPLES.......................................................... 28
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................ 36
FIRMWARE UPDATE.......................................................... 37
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................ 38
WARNING
Points to Observe for Safe
Usage
Read this manual carefully before using the system
components. They contain instructions on how to
use this product in a safe and effective manner.
Alpine cannot be responsible for problems
resulting from failure to observe the instructions in
this manual.
WARNING
This symbol means important instructions.
Failure to heed them can result in serious
injury or death.
DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR
ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR
VEHICLE.
Any function that requires your prolonged attention
should only be performed after coming to a complete
stop. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before
performing these functions. Failure to do so may result in
an accident.
KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL
HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING.
Excessive volume levels that obscure sounds such as
emergency vehicle sirens or road warning signals (train
crossings, etc.) can be dangerous and may result in an
accident. LISTENING AT LOUD VOLUME LEVELS IN A CAR
MAY ALSO CAUSE HEARING DAMAGE.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.
Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.
USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.
Use for other than its designed application may result in
fire, electric shock or other injury.
USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING
FUSES.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.
DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS.
Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result
in fire.
MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS.
Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or
product damage.
USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT 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.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due to
electrical shorts.
DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED IN
SURROUNDING OBJECTS.
Arrange wiring and cables in compliance with the manual
to prevent obstructions when driving. Cables or wiring
that obstruct or hang up on places such as the steering
wheel, gear lever, brake pedals, etc. can be extremely
hazardous.
DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES.
Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other
equipment. Doing so will exceed the current carrying
capacity of the wire and result in fire or electric shock.

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DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE ORWIRING WHEN DRILLING
HOLES.
When drilling holes in the chassis for installation, take
precautions so as not to contact, damage or obstruct
pipes, fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Failure to take
such precautions may result in fire.
DO NOT USE BOLTS OR NUTS IN THE BRAKE OR
STEERING SYSTEMS TO MAKE GROUND CONNECTIONS.
Bolts or nuts used for the brake or steering systems (or any
other safety‑related system), or tanks should NEVER be
used for installations or ground connections. Using such
parts could disable control of the vehicle and cause fire etc.
CAUTION
This symbol means important instructions.
Failure to heed them can result in injury or
property damages.
HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS.
Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to
the product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or
the nearest Alpine Service Center for repairing.
HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY
EXPERTS.
The wiring and installation of this unit requires special
technical skill and experience. To ensure safety, always
contact the dealer where you purchased this product 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. This
may cause parts to become loose resulting in hazards or
product failure.
ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR
PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE.
Route the cables and wiring away from moving parts (like
the seat rails) or sharp or pointed edges. This will prevent
crimping and damage to the wiring. If wiring passes
through a hole in metal, use a rubber grommet to prevent
the wire’s insulation from being cut by the metal edge of
the hole.
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE
OR DUST.
Avoid installing the unit in locations with high incidence of
moisture or dust. Moisture or dust that penetrates into this
unit may result in product failure.
SERVICE CARE
SERIAL NUMBER:
INSTALLATION DATE:
INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN:
PLACE OF PURCHASE:
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 rear of the unit.
For European Customers
Should you have any questions about 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.
About the software license of the product
The software installed in the product contains
open‑source software.
See the following Alpine website for details on
the open source software.
http://www.alpine.com/e/oss/download
Information on disposal of old electrical and
electronics equipment and batteries (applicable
for countries that have adopted separate waste
collection systems)
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. Contact your
local authority for details in locating a recycle
facility nearest to you. Proper recycling and waste
disposal will help conserve resources whilst
preventing detrimental effects on our health and
the environment.

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PRODUCT FEATURES
Pure Class D amplifier technology
Alpine’s PDP‑E802DSP features a complete digital audio chain. Once the analogue input signal is
converted to digital, the signal remains fully digital in the processing and amplification stage.
Smart high level input
The latest generation of factory car radios include sophisticated diagnosis capabilities. If a regular
amplifier is connected, errors maybe detected potentially leading to a shutdown of the radio’s outputs.
PDP‑E802DSP features incorporated dummy‑loads to overcome the related problems.
Start-Stop capability
The Alpine PDP‑E802DSP assures a constant internal power supply, even if the battery voltage drops
significantly during engine start.
Alpine Sound Lab for PDP-E80xDSP for Windows PC
A sophisticated software for setting EQ, Time Correction, Crossover and Gain. This tool was designed by the
ALPINE sound team with the needs of the audiophile in mind. Wired and wireless connection available.
Alpine Remote Control App for PDP-E80xDSP for iOS and Android for Windows PC
Recall presets, change sources and control the volume right from your smartphone.
Optical input and HD Audio Streaming
High quality sources are not only limited to S/PDIF compatible devices, HD Audio content can be
streamed directly to the amplifier (additional apps may be needed).
Realtime GAIN adjustment
You get immediate feedback in the Alpine Sound Lab for PDP‑E802DSP (PC software) if any input
channel starts clipping. You can then simply reduce the input gain of the affected channel to achieve a
perfect signal match.
Power Save Mode
The Power Save Mode is automatically entered along with the Auto‑Remote feature. The amplifier
permanently monitors the inputs and remains switched off if no valid audio signal detected. This does
significantly reduce the power in such standby state. Same for potentially connected further amplifiers.
Many modern vehicle’s factory radios are CAN controlled and their in‑built amplifiers may unnecessarily
enter/remain in ON state for a while, even if not at all in use. Conventional aftermarket amplifiers would
unnecessarily switch on a drain the battery in those cases. PDP‑E802DSP only turns on, if there is an
audio signal being detected at its inputs.
Parallel mode
With this setting you can select the desired channel pairs to enter parallel mode. This would on the one
hand reduce the number of independently available output channels, but on the other hand improve
the output’s damping behavior. It virtually shares the connected load among the two paralleled output’s
(ex. a connected 2Ω load would appear as 4Ω to each of the two paralleled outputs).
Freely configurable source routing
PDP‑E802DSP’s analog input signal processing allows an individual signal routing and mixing to
each output channel. Mixing levels can be selected by useful percentage preset values independent
for analogue, USB and Toslink sources. This makes it very easy to configure for instance a center
speaker signal by simply summing up the desired input signals.
Day and Night Theme for the app
Better adjustment to the ambient brightness.

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ACCESSORIES
1. DSP Amplifier PDP‑E802DSP................................................................................................ 1
2. Jumper ........................................................................................................................................ 5
3. Power Harness 1,5m................................................................................................................ 1
4. Speaker Output Harness ....................................................................................................... 1
5. RCA Input + Remote Harness .............................................................................................. 1
6. USB Connection Cable ........................................................................................................... 1
7. RJ11 Adapter for RUX‑Knob ................................................................................................. 1
8. RCA Adapter for Speaker Level In ...................................................................................... 6
9. Wireless Module (optional) .................................................................................................. 1
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INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
Please follow the flowchart below when installing the
PDP‑E802DSP for the first time. Before completing the
installation, we recommend to update the
PDP‑E802DSP to the latest firmware.
Amplifier is ready for installation
Change jumpers according to
owner’s manual
Parallel mode needed?
(2 Ohms, high power)
Start
yes
yes
no
no
Speaker Level Input?
Use default setting
Use default setting
Change jumpers according to
owner’s manual
Connect all inputs and outputs
Connect power
Startup amplifier
Make sure input power is low
Connect PC and start software
Set analogue routing
Output settings
(Impedance, Parallel Mode)
Make sound setting

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HARDWARE
CONFIGURATION
This product uses semiconductors that can be
damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
When handling, care must be taken so that the
devices are not damaged. Damage due to
inappropriate handling is not covered by the
warranty. The following precautions must be taken:
•Use a conductive wrist strap attached to a good
earth ground.
•Always discharge yourself by touching a
grounded bare metal surface or approved
anti‑static mat before picking up an ESD –
sensitive electronic component.
•Use an approved anti‑static mat to cover your
work surface.
1. Remove the side panel (USB side) as shown by
releasing the indicated screws.
2. Slide the bottom cover out of it’s guards.
3. Release the indicated screws in order to remove
the digital board.
4. Flip over the digital board.
5. Now you can reach all jumpers and the fuses.
REPLACING FUSES
The main fuses are located under the bottom
cover. Therefore, you must remove the side panels.
Use always the same ratings in case you have to
replace them. If the fuses are frequently tripped,
make sure to eliminate the cause before replacing
the fuses
ATTENTION
OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS
FOR HANDLING
ELECTROSTATIC
SENSITIVE DEVICES

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JUMPER LOCATIONS
AC Detection
(see page 24)
High/ Low Power Input
(see page 10)
J1/J4Channel 1
J9/10Channel 2
J12/J13Channel 3
J14/J15Channel 4
J19/J20Channel 5
J21/J22Channel 6
Parallel Mode
(see page 10)
J7+J16 for Channel 1+2
J8+J17 for Channel 3+4
J25+J28 for Channel 5+6
J24+J27 for Channel 7+8
100Ω Load for Factory Unit
(see page 10)
J32/J33CH1/2
J34/J35CH3/4
J36/J37CH5/6
100Ω load in High mode if open
(FACTORY DEFAULT=connected)
Speaker
Connector
Input
Connector
Power
Connector
DC Detection
capable
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INPUT CONFIGURATION
Set the jumpers accordig to your connection
method to the headunit.
High Level inputs (speaker line)
Load Selection for High Level Inputs
If PDP‑E802DSP is replacing an OEM amplifier,
which has been driven by the factory headunit’s
speaker outputs, it is often the case that those
outputs are configured in so called line driver
mode. (DC bias voltage without signal vs. GND
is approx. 3V.)If so, it may be required to set the
corresponding PDP‑E802DSP speaker inputs’
impedance to 100Ω by removing the yellow
jumpers in order to prevent the headunit from
shutting down its speaker outputs.
Low Level inputs (RCA)
Important:
For setting the High/Low level jumpers make sure
the power is disconnected.
To change the position of a jumper, it has to be
removed by pulling it straight up. Make sure that
the jumper is reinserted properly and all pins are
fully inserted.
Default setting is low level input.
PARALLEL MODE
Depending on the system setup there are two
options for driving 2Ω loads (e.g. subwoofer).
Option 1: The 2Ω driver is being connected to a
single output channel.
Advantage: No reduction of available output
channels. Up to 100W (RMS) into 2Ω.
Side effect: The maximum output power is also
being reduced for all other channels.
Option 2: The 2Ω driver is being connected to a
paralleled output channel.
Conditions: Output CH1+2 or CH3+4 or CH5+6 or
CH7+8 need to be paralleled.
Advantage: Better damping factor for the
connected 2Ω load.
Side effect: The total number of output channels
will be reduced.
Note: Please do not to set more than 4 channels
in parallel mode to avoid any overheating. This
feature is intended for driving low impedance
woofers of factory systems.
All channels are in standard mode in the above
image. This is the default setting.

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Example for parallel mode on channels 7+8:
Note: Connections are not done as in
regular bridged mode!Example for parallel
mode on channels 7+8:
CH7
CH8
CH7
CH8
Workflow for parallel mode:
1. Disconnect the power harness.
2. Do the Hardware settings inside the amplifier.
3. Connect the speakers in parallel mode to the
speaker harness (do not yet connect to the
amplifier).
4. Connect the power cable and start the amp.
5. Do the software settings and store them on any
preset.
6. Switch off the amplifier.
7. Connect the speaker harness to the amplifier
8. Turn on the amplifier.
BRIDGE MODE VS. PARALLEL
MODE
Bridge Mode
NOT SUPPORTED BY PDP‑E802DSP!
This connection equals a straight short and may
break your amplifier.
•
CH1
CH2
2
2
4
Axis of Symmetry
The Equivalent Circuit
NOT SUPPORTED BY PDP-E802DSP!
Output Channels are connected in series
•Effective channel load impedance
becomes50% of the actually connected load.
•CH1/CH2 signals could be arbitrary and will
automatically sum up (mono mix)
Parallel Mode:
CH1
CH22
4
4
Axis of Symmetry
The Equivalent Circuit
•Channels are connected in parallel and thereby
share the current 50:50.
•Effective channel load impedance
becomes200% of the actually connected load.
•CH1/CH2 signals have to be 100% identical and
properly paralleled closest possible to each
output stage as otherwiseyou may break your
amplifier.

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CONNECTIONS
Caution: Carrying out the following steps will
require special tools and technical knowledge.
To avoid connection mistakes and/ or damage
ask your dealer for assistance. We recommended
the installation should be done by an ALPINE
authorized dealer.
Fig. 2: Audio Connections
Please refer to Fig. 2
1 Battery Lead Connector
2 Speaker Output Connector
Important: We highly recommend doing the
general settings in the Alpine Sound Lab for
PDP‑E802DSP before the first start up (see
“Amplifier Setting Tab”on page 23). An
incorrect setting may destroy your tweeters.
Make sure the source volume is set to 0 when
starting up the PDP‑E802DSP for the first time.
3 Input Connector
4-9RCA Input Channels 1 - 6
6-channel input (low level), for connection to
signal sources with any output level. Please
configure high or low power using the jumpers
inside the amplifier. Default setting is low level.
Use the correct cable (RCA/cinch cable) to
connect these inputs to the pre‑amplifier / low
level outputs of your head unit. Each input can
be assigned to any output using the Alpine
Sound Lab for PDP‑E802DSP software. The
autosensing function has also to be
configured within this app.
0 Remote Input
The remote input line shall be used for
switching the amplifier on/off. It is not
recommended controlling the remote input via
the ignition switch as this may cause pop noise
during turn on/off.
The Auto‑Remote feature needs to be
configured in the Alpine Sound Lab for
PDP‑E802DSP software.
!Remote Output
The remote output line can be used
for switching on/off further amplifiers.
@Preset Toggle
When positive trigger is applied, PDP‑E802DSP
will switch to preset 6 (Trigger voltage =
2.5VDC or more).
# Pre-Out Jack
This is an ideal output for driving a separate
subwoofer amp. The 1‑channel RCA output is fully
processed and a straight “copy”of speaker output
channel 8. An optionally connected amplifier
should be able to handle input signals of up to 2V
RMS. We do recommend connecting high quality
amplifiers with differential RCA input/s (ground
isolated) in order to avoid unwanted noise.
$-uOutput Channels 1 - 8
Amplifier outputs that are connected to the
speakers. The minimum impedance per
channel is 2Ohms. Please configure your
system impedance using the Alpine Sound Lab
for PDP‑E802DSP (See “2Speaker Load
Setting”on page 23).
Never connect any of the speaker cables with
the chassis ground as this will damage your
amplifier and your speakers. Make sure that all
speakers are connected in phase.
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iBattery Cable (+)
Be sure to add an External Fuse (e.g. Fuse Block,
Circuit Breaker) to the battery lead no further
than 30cm from the battery’s positive (+)
terminal. This fuse will protect your vehicle’s
electrical system in case of a short circuit.
Appropriate fuse value requirement: 60 A fuse.
oGround Cable (-)
The ground cable should be connected to a
common ground reference point (this is located
where the negative terminal of the battery is
grounded to the metal body of the vehicle) or to
a prepared metal location on the vehicle chassis
i. e. an area which has been cleaned of all paint
residues.
Fig. 3: Other Connections
Please refer to Fig. 3
p Status Indicators
Red: The LED indicates:
•Startup and shutdown process
•Analogue input clipping
•Thermal/ Power protection triggered
•Toslink not locked (if source set to Toslink)
Green:
•The amp is switched ON and in normal
operation.
•Indicates DSP configuration OK at startup
•Flashing: communication with PC/ Phone
Yellow: The amp is connected to a computer by
USB or Wi‑Fi.
[ Optical Digital Input
Optical input to connect S/PDIF sources. The
sampling rate for this input must be between
12 and 96kHz. The input signal is automatically
converted to the internal sampling rate.
You can select the Digital input by using the
remote app.
Caution: The signal of a digital audio source
normally does not contain any information
about the volume level. In this case the amp will
perform at maximum ouput level. This may
damage your speakers. It is recommended to
use the ALPINE remote app or the wired
RUX‑Knob.
Note: The Alpine PDP‑E802DSP amp can only
handle uncompressed digital stereo signals in
PCM format with a sampling rate between
12kHz and 96kHz. No Dolby coded signals.
]Micro USB Connection
Connect your personal computer or smart
phone. See “PC CONNECTION” on page 15 and
“USB Connection for Music Playback” on page
27.
The required PC software (Alpine Sound Lab for
PDP‑E802DSP) to configure this amplifier can be
downloaded from your local Alpine website.
Please note: It is not possible to connect any
USB storage devices.
\USB Connection
For future applications.
aRemote Volume Control
This input is designed for the Alpine RUX‑Knob
which allows you to adjust the main volume or
subwoofer volume. The functionality must be
defined in the„Amp Settings“ within the PC app.
sUSB Port for Wireless Module
Connect the optional wireless module using the
supplied USB cable. The wireless module will
enable the wireless connection of a PC or smart
phone using the respective apps. It can also be
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used for the remote app or streaming audio
content.
WIRELESS MODULE
The optional module WAD‑PDP1 is made for
wireless control by Alpine Sound Lab for
PDP‑E802DSP and for the Alpine remote app
(available in appstores for Android and IOS). You
can also stream audio files from your smartphone
to the amplifier.
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1 Micro USB connection to amplifier
2 Status LEDs
Green: On
Red: Data transfer
3 Reset
Apply a jumper for 4 seconds to reset.
INSTALLATION
Due to the high power output of the PDP‑E802DSP
considerable heat is produced when the amplifier
is in operation. For this reason, the amplifier should
be mounted in a location which will allow for free
circulation of air, such as inside the luggage area.
For alternative installation locations, please contact
your authorized Alpine dealer.
1. Using the amplifier as a template, mark the four
screw locations.
2. Make sure there are no objects behind the
surface that may become damaged during
drilling.
3. Drill the screw holes.
4. Position the PDP‑E802DSP over the screw holes,
and secure with four self‑tapping screws.
CONNECTOR PINNING
View from cable side.
Power Harness
Input Connector
Output Connector
1
12
PIN Color Function
1 Red Battery +
2Brown Ground -
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6
5
4
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11 12 18
17
16
15
14
13 19 20
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7
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PIN Color Function PIN Color Function
1 Black Ch. 1 Ground 11 White Ch. 1 Signal
2 Black Ch. 2 Ground 12 Red Ch. 2 Signal
3 Black Ch. 3 Ground 13 White Ch. 3 Signal
4 Black Ch. 4 Ground 14 Red Ch. 4 Signal
5 Black Ch. 5 Ground 15 White Ch. 5 Signal
6 Black Ch. 6 Ground 16 Red Ch. 6 Signal
7 NC 17 NC
8 NC 18 NC
9 White/Blue PresetToggle 19 NC
10 Blue/ White Remote Out 20 Blue/ White Remote In
PIN Color Function PIN Color Function
1 White Ch. 1 - 10 White Ch. 6 -
2 Black Ch. 1 + 11 Black Ch. 6 +
3 White Ch. 2 - 12 Black Ch. 5 +
4 White Ch. 3 - 13 White Ch. 7 -
5 Black Ch. 3 + 14 Black Ch. 7 +
6 Black Ch. 2 + 15 White Ch. 8 -
7 White Ch. 4 - 16 Black Line Out -
8 Black Ch. 4 + 17 Red Line Out +
9 White CH. 5 - 18 Black Ch. 8 +

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PC CONNECTION
Minimum system requirements:
• Windows 10
32 and 64bit systems are supported
• 1,2Ghz; 1GB of RAM; 1GB of HDD space
• Latest .NET Framework (v 4.7.1 or higher)
• Minimum Display resolution: 1280x800
Software Installation:
You can download the Alpine Sound Lab for
PDP‑E802DSP software and the device driver
from your local Alpine website. The file can be
found in the support section.
The website will also contain short video clips
explaining the process step‑by‑step.
• Download the installation files
• Unpack the zip file
• Run the setup wizard
Screenshots from Windows Installation Process:
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2
3
4
5
Caution:
It is highly recommended to set the volume of
your car source to minimum position during the
first start‑up. Additionally, no devices or
speakers should be connected to the amplifier
until general settings in the Alpine Sound Lab
for PDP‑E802DSP software have been made.
Especially when the PDP‑E802DSP is used to
drive a fully active speaker system. Wrong
settings can destroy your tweeters right away.

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Connect your PC to the PDP-E802DSP:
• Connect your PC with the supplied micro
USB cable.
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PROT
STAT
LINK
OPT IN
PC
USB RC WIFI
If you haven’t done so, connect power to
the PDP‑E802DSP. If the amplifier is not
switched on when the PC connection is
established, the PDP‑E802DSP will go to
the ‘update mode’.
• Start the software by double clicking the
Alpine Sound Lab for PDP‑E802DSP Icon
on your PC.
• To activate communication to the
PDP‑E802DSP simply press the power icon.
The power icon will also change from
being grey to being blue
Not Connected
Connected
Select „Yes“ in the pop‑up window. The DSP amp
is now ready for the system configuration to be
started.
FACTORY SETTINGS
•Input = RCA
•No parallel mode, 8 straight channels
•Input channels 1+2 linked to all output channels
•Analogue input source active
•Remote on by wire
•Highpass for all channels to protect speakers
POWER SUPPLY SPEAKER OUTPUT INPUT
All channels are
feed with the
signal from
input 1+2.
By default only
channel 1+2 are
active.
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ALPINE SOUND LAB FOR PDP-E802DSP
Tuning Tab
1Status Bar
2Preset Bar
3Source Selection
4Graphical Representation of Settings
5Channel Bar
6Tab Bar
1Status Bar
Red: Clipping on analogue input
Red: Clipping on speaker output
Battery status: Blue=OK; Red = Low
Temperature: Blue=OK; Red = Overheat
Short circuit on an output line
7Connection Bar
8Crossover Settings
9Master/ Sub Volume Settings
0Channel Gain and Time Correction Settings
!Equalizer Settings
@ON/OFF Switch (starts PC connection)
2Preset Bar
On: Preset selected
Off: Preset not selected
DSP Icon
Blue: Memory and current settings
are the same.
Grey: Memory saved but current
settings are different.
Lock Icon
Blue: You are the creator of the
settings and have full access.
Red: Settings are secured, you have
only limited access.
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3Source Selection
RCA (Analogue)
Optical (Digital)
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4Graphical Representation of Settings
5Channel Bar
LED Ring
Off: Channel not selected
Blue: Channel selected
Yellow: This channel is linked to the
selected channel.
Speaker Icon
Grey: Channel muted
Blue: Channel active
Orange: Channel configured as subwoofer,
subwoofer level control is active.
Channel Settings:
A right click on a speaker icon will show a
context menu with the options described
below:
Rename channel:
All channels can be renamed, like FL Mid‑High,
Sub 1 etc. Be aware that the labels of the
channels will only be valid during the
current session.
Standard output:
The channel is linked to the master volume
controller.
Sub output:
The channel is linked to the subwoofer volume
controller.
Copy from channel:
You can copy the settings to the selected
channel.
Copy to channel:
Allows to transfer the settings to the selected
channel.
Default configuration:
Reset the channel to default. All settings are
deleted.
Link channel:
You can link 2 channels. All settings will be
copied to the linked channel. This is a common
way for dual subwoofers.
6Tab Bar
Tuning tab
Input tab
Time correction tab
Overview tab
Amplifier setting tab
App setting tab
7Connection Bar
On when wireless connection is established.
On when PC is connected via USB.
On when data is being transferred to the
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8Crossover
Selection of crossover
frequency
Slope selection
(0 up to ‑30 dB/Oct. possible)
Filter characteristics
(Butterworth, Bessel,
Chebyshev)
Slider bar for quick crossover
selection
Crossover on/ off
9Master/ Subwoofer Volume Setting
Master volume and level control subwoofer
channels.
Volume settings are locked.
Blue: All channels are active.
Grey: All channels are muted.
On: Remote volume knob enabled (either
Master or Sub). Optional RUX‑KNOB
required.
0Volume/ Delay Setting
Gain, time delay and phase inversion for the
selected channel.
Select channel muting on/ off.
Select phase inversion on/ off.
Select channel time delay on/ off.
!Equalizer Settings
30 Band Parametric EQ for the selected channel.
Gain Setting
+ 10dB/ ‑30dB
Center Frequency Setting
Q Factor Setting
1 (wide) ‑ 15 (narrow)
Select equalizer on/ off.
@ON/OFF Switch (starts PC connection)
Off: no connection between PC and
amplifier.
On: connection between PC and amplifier
established.
Adjustment of the rotary controllers
a) by mouse b) by cursor keys
Unused Channels:
•We recommend to use all available channels, i.e.
by using the parallel mode.
•When this is not possible, set the unused channel
to maximum attenuation (‑∞dB). This will help to
avoid wrong tripping of any protection mode.

Input Tab
1Gain Settings (-6dB - +12dB)
For a perfect input sensitivity setting to your
audio source check the following steps.
1. Don’t connect any amplifiers or loudspeakers
to the outputs of the ALPINE PDP‑E802DSP
during this setup.
2. Make source input connections
3. Do the jumper settings (high or low power, AC/
DC Detection, input load)
4. Turn on the amplifier
5. Adjust the source volume to 90% of the max.
Volume and playback a 1 kHz test tone (0dB)
via CD drive.
6. If the PROT LED already lights up, decrease the
input sensivitiy within the app until the PROT
LED turns off.
With this setting you are matching your source
to the amplifier. Higher gain does not mean
higher output power.
Note: the gain setting adapts the source volume
to the input of the amplifier. It does not set the
amplification factor. Suggested gains listed in the
table on next page.
2Extra Gain
When the digital source appears not as loud as
other sources, the gain can be raised by using this
setting. Depending on the mastering of the source
material, there is risk of clipping when the Extra
Gain was raised.
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3Enable Inputs
With this menu you can enable/ disable the
inputs of your amplifier.
4Analogue Routing
With this matrix you can setup which input
channel is routed to which output channel in
percent. Using this method, you can simply
create a virtual center channel by applying 50%
left signal and 50% right signal.
Every channel should have 100% signal in total
for a proper use.
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