MP3/WMA/AAC CD Receiver

CDA-105
OWNERS MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. MODE DEMPLOI Veuillez lire avant dutiliser cet appareil. MANUAL DE OPERACIN Lalo antes de utilizar este equipo.
ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC. 1-1-8 Nishi Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0031, Japan Phone 03-5496-8231 ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. 19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance, California 90501, U.S.A. Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. 777 Supertest Road, Toronto, Ontario M3J 2M9, Canada Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)
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Designed by ALPINE Japan 68-09359Z78-A

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Contents Operating Instructions

WARNING

WARNING.. 3 CAUTION.. 3 PRECAUTIONS.. 3
Setting the Bass Control.. 13 Setting the Bass Center Frequency. 13 Setting the Bass Bandwidth.. 13 Setting the Bass Level.. 13 Setting the Treble Control. 13 Setting the Treble Center Frequency. 13 Setting the Treble Level.. 13 Adjusting the High Pass Filter. 14 Turning Loudness On/Off. 14 Turning Subwoofer ON/OFF. 14 Setting the Subwoofer System. 14

Getting Started

Accessory List.. 6 Turning Power On and Off. 6 Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel. 6 Initial System Start-Up.. 6 Adjusting Volume.. 7 Lowering Volume Quickly. 7 Setting the Time.. 7

Other Functions

Displaying the Text... 15 Displaying Time.. 16

BLUETOOTH IN

Setting the Bluetooth Connection..17

Visual Customizing

Changing Lighting Color..17 Adjusting Display Contrast..17 Dimmer Control..17 Scroll Type Setting..17 Scroll Setting (TEXT SCROLL)..17 Setting the Language Font..17 Demonstration..17
Listening to Radio.. 7 Presetting Stations Manually.. 8 Presetting Stations Automatically.. 8 Tuning to Preset Stations.. 8 Frequency Search Function.. 8 Receiving a Multicast Station (HD Radio Reception) (HD Radio mode only).. 8

MP3/WMA/AAC

Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data (PLAY MODE)..17

CD/MP3/WMA/AAC

Playback... 9 Repeat Play.. 9 M.I.X. (Random Play). 10 Searching for CD Text. 10 File/Folder Name Search (Concerning MP3/WMA/AAC). 10 Quick Search.. 11 About MP3/WMA/AAC.. 11

External Device

Connecting to an External Amplifier..17 Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT MUTE).18 Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode.18 Setting the AUX+ Level (AUX IN GAIN).18 Setting the External Digital Input.18 Setting the AUX Mode (V-Link)..18 Changer Name Setting..18
HD Radio Reception (only when HD Radio Tuner module is connected)
HD Radio Station Call Setting (STATION CALL)..18 Digital Seek ON/OFF Setting.18

Sound Setting

Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/Treble Level/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Defeat.. 12 Setting the Subwoofer Level. 13
SAT Radio Receiver (Optional)
Receiving Channels with the SAT Radio Receiver (Optional).. 19 Checking the SAT Radio ID Number. 19
Storing Channel Presets.. 19 Receiving Stored Channels.. 20 Storing the desired Sports Team (SIRIUS only).. 20 Storing while receiving a game broadcast. 20 Game Alert Setup.. 20 Storing the desired Song/Artist (SIRIUS only).. 20 Recalling the stored information (SIRIUS only).. 21 If more than 2 Alerts are found (Blinking ALERT indicator).. 21 Canceling the stored Alert Memory (SIRIUS only).. 21 Search Function... 21 Category Search mode.. 21 Channel/Artist/Song Search mode. 21 Quick Search Function.. 21 Receiving Weather or Traffic Information from SAT Radio... 21 Instant Replay Function (SIRIUS only). 22 Changing the Display.. 22 Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display (XM only).. 22

USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.
Use for other than its designed application may result in fire, electric shock or other injury.
Never Attempt the Following
Do not grip or pull out the disc while it is being pulled back into the player by the automatic reloading mechanism. Do not attempt to insert a disc into the unit when the unit power is off.

Correct Handling

Do not drop the disc while handling. Hold the disc so you will not leave fingerprints on the surface. Do not affix tape, paper, or gummed labels to the disc. Do not write on the disc.

CORRECT

INCORRECT

Inserting Discs

Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not attempt to load more than one disc. Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc. ERROR will be displayed on your player if you insert a disc incorrectly. If ERROR continues to be displayed even though the disc has been inserted correctly, push the RESET switch with a pointed object such as a ballpoint pen. Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in skips, but this will not scratch the disc or damage the player.

Disc Cleaning

Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface of the disc could cause the CD player to skip. 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.

New Discs

To prevent the CD from jamming, ERROR is displayed if discs with irregular surfaces are inserted or if discs are inserted incorrectly. When a new disc is ejected immediately after initial loading, use your finger to feel around the inside of the center hole and outside edge of the disc. If you feel any small bumps or irregularities, this could inhibit proper loading of the disc. To remove the bumps, rub the inside edge of the hole and outside edge of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other such instrument, then insert the disc again.
Center Hole Center Hole New Disc

Disc Accessories

There are various accessories available on the market for protecting the disc surface and improving sound quality. However, most of them will influence the thickness and/or diameter of the disc. Using such accessories can cause the disc to be out of standard specifications and may create operational problems. We recommend not using these accessories on discs played in Alpine CD players.
Outside (Bumps) Transparent Sheet Disc Stabilizer

Irregular Shaped Discs

Be sure to use round shape discs only for this unit and never use any special shape discs. Use of special shape discs may cause damage to the mechanism.

Press and hold SOURCE/ off the unit.
for at least 2 seconds to turn
The first time power is turned on, the volume will start from level 12.
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel

Detaching

Initial System Start-Up
Be sure to press the RESET switch when using the unit for the first time, after changing the car battery, etc.
Turn off the unit power. Press (OPEN) to open the front panel.
Turn off the unit power. Press (OPEN) to open the front panel, and then remove it. Press RESET with a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object.
To close the front panel, press the left side until it locks as shown in the figure below.

RESET switch

Adjusting Volume
Turn the Rotary encoder until the desired sound is obtained.
SOURCE/ Rotary encoder / / TUNE/A.ME /ENT /ESC BAND

Lowering Volume Quickly

Activating the Audio Mute function will instantly lower the volume level by 20 dB.
Press MUTE to activate the MUTE mode.
The audio level will decrease by about 20 dB.
Pressing MUTE again will bring the audio back to its previous level.

Setting the Time

Preset buttons (1 through 6)
Press and hold F/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to activate the SETUP selection mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select CLOCK ADJUST, /ENT. and then press Turn the Rotary encoder to set hour. Press /ENT.
This unit cannot receive HD Radio signals (digital terrestrial radio). In order to activate the digital radio functions described below, an optional HD Radio Tuner module must be connected through the Ai-NET bus. If the unit is connected to a Tagging compatible device, you can use the iTunes Tagging function. For details, refer to the Owners Manual of the Tagging compatible device.

Listening to Radio

Repeat steps 3 and 4 above to set minute. Press and hold F/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.

Press SOURCE/

to select TUNER mode.
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed.

Press and hold /ENT for at least 2 seconds in Radio mode to activate Frequency search mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired frequency. Press /ENT to receive the selected frequency.
* Operation is not required during HD Radio reception. A total of 18 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations for each band; FM1, FM2 and AM). If you store a station in a preset memory which already has a station, the current station will be cleared and replaced with the new station. Press /ESC in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode will be canceled if no operation is performed for 10 seconds.
Presetting Stations Automatically
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. Press and hold TUNE/A.ME for at least 2 seconds.
The frequency on the display continues to change while the automatic memory is in progress. The tuner will automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band. They will be stored into preset buttons 1 to 6 in order of signal strength. When the automatic memory has been completed, the tuner goes to the station stored in preset location No.1.
Receiving a Multicast Station (HD Radio Reception) (HD Radio mode only)
Multicasting is the Ability to broadcast multiple program streams over a single FM frequency. This increases the amount and diversity of content choices. A maximum of eight multicast station channels can be selected on this unit.
When multicast station is received, the program number or to select and the SPS indicator lights up. Press the desired program service.
Receiving the Multicast Station Program Service.
BAND No. Multicast No. SPS indicator
If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station you were listening to before the auto memory procedure began.
Tuning to Preset Stations

90.3MHz

Program Service example: Multicast Radio Station Program No. 90.3 MHz No.1 90.3 MHz No.2 90.3 MHz No.3 | | | | 90.3 MHz No.8 Program Service MPS: Main Program Service SPS: Sub-program Service SPS: Sub-program Service
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired band is displayed. Press any one of the station preset buttons (1 through 6) that has your desired radio station in memory.
The display shows the band, preset number and frequency of the station selected.

SPS: Sub-program Service

Rotary encoder SOURCE/ (OPEN) / /ENT /ESC

To pause playback, press

Pressing /
again will resume playback.
After pressing (OPEN) to open the front panel, press to eject the disc.

Playback

Do not remove a CD during its eject cycle. Do not load more than one disc at a time. A malfunction may result from doing either. If the CD does not eject, press and hold for at least 2 seconds. The indicator lights up when a disc is inserted. Three-inch (8 cm) CDs cannot be used. The CD-player can play discs containing audio data, MP3 data, WMA data and AAC data. MP3 is displayed during MP3 playback. WMA is displayed during WMA playback. AAC is displayed during AAC playback. WMA format files that are protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management), AAC format files that have been purchased from iTunes Store and files that are copy-protected (copyright protection) cannot be played back on this unit. The track display for MP3/WMA/AAC data playback is the file numbers recorded on the disc. The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back.

SUBWOOFER SUBW SYSTEM*11 SUBWOOFER
Adjusting the High Pass Filter
The High Pass Filter on this unit can be adjusted to suit your personal taste.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select SUBW ON/OFF, /ENT. and then press
SUBW ON (Initial setting) SUBW OFF
Press SOUND SETUP to activate the Sound Setting mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the High Pass Filter (HPF) Adjustment mode, and then press /ENT.
SUBW LEVEL*9 SUBW LEVEL BASS*10 TREBLE*10 HPF*10
If no operation is performed for 15 seconds, the unit will return to normal mode automatically. *11Displayed only when SUBWOOFER is set to ON.
Setting the Subwoofer System
When the subwoofer is on, you can select either System1 or System2 for the desired subwoofer effect.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the High Pass Filter frequency.

OFF 60 Hz 80 Hz 100 Hz

Press and hold SOUND SETUP for at least 2 seconds to activate the Subwoofer selection mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the SUBW /ENT. SYSTEM mode, and then press
SUBWOOFER SUBW SYSTEM SUBWOOFER
If no operation is performed for 15 seconds, the unit will return to normal mode automatically. When an external audio processor is connected, this setting cannot be made. When subwoofer is set to OFF and DEFEAT is set to ON, pressing the SOUND SETUP button momentarily will not be functional. *9 When the subwoofer mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be adjusted. Refer to Turning Subwoofer ON/OFF (page 14). *10The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select SUBW SYS 1 or /ENT. SUBW SYS 2, and then press
Select either SYS 1 or SYS 2 for the desired subwoofer effect.
SUBW SYS 1 (Initial setting) SUBW SYS 1: SUBW SYS 2

Turning Loudness On/Off

Loudness introduces a special low-and high-frequency emphasis at low listening levels. This compensates for the ears decreased sensitivity to bass and treble sound.

SUBW SYS 2:

Subwoofer level changes according to the main volume setting. Subwoofer level change is different from the main volume setting. For example, even at low volume settings, the subwoofer is still audible.

Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode
AUX+ ON / AUX+ OFF (Initial Setting)

Changer Name Setting

CHANGER (Initial Setting) / USB / PORTABLE
You can input the audio of an external device, (such as a Portable audio player) to the Bluetooth interface connector of this unit. A special Conversion cable (KCE-237B) is necessary to adapt the Bluetooth interface connector as an AUX IN. A portable music device and a Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) cannot be connected to the Bluetooth interface connector at the same time.
Set to ON when a portable device is connected. If SOURCE/ is pressed and AUX+ is selected, the sound of the portable device is input to the unit. AUX+ OFF: When set to OFF, AUX+ source cannot be selected. AUX+ ON:
This setting is used when the head unit is connected to the USB Adapter for MP3 (KCA-620M). You can set the name to be displayed on the unit depending on the device to which the USB Adapter for MP3 (KCA-620M) is connected.
HD Radio Station Call Setting (STATION CALL)
SHORT (Initial setting) / LONG
You can change the AUX+ NAME display when AUX+ SETUP is set to ON. Press /ENT when AUX+ SETUP is set to ON, and select AUX+ NAME by turning the Rotary encoder, then press /ENT. After that, turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired AUX+ NAME.
In the HD Radio mode, the number of display characters for the HD Radio station name can be selected.
SHORT: LONG: 7 characters (FM) 4 characters (AM) 56 characters
Setting the AUX+ Level (AUX IN GAIN)
LOW (Initial setting) / HIGH
After setting to ON in Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode, this setting can be carried out.
LOW: HIGH: Decreases the external input audio level. Increases the external input audio level.
Digital Seek ON/OFF Setting
DIG SEEK ON / DIG SEEK OFF (Initial Setting) ON: OFF: SEEK UP/DOWN is used only for Digital Radio Station. SEEK UP/DOWN is used for all Radio Stations.
SOURCE/ Rotary encoder / /ENT /ESC BAND
to select the desired channel.

or will change channels

To cancel the ID number display, select the channel other than 0.
SIRIUS: While receiving a SAT Radio band, press or to select channel 255 or 0 for SIRIUS. Press VIEW until the ID No. appears in the display.
CHANNEL NO. CATEGORY NAME CHANNEL NAME ID NO. ID NO. COMPOSER NAME CLOCK CHANNEL NO.
To cancel the ID number display, set the channel to other than 255 and 0.
You cannot use O, S, I, or F for the ID Number (XM radio Receiver only). You can check the ID number printed on a label on your third party, SAT Radio Receiver package.

Storing Channel Presets

to activate the SAT Radio mode.
Press BAND to select one of the three SAT Radio Preset Bands.
Each press changes the band: XM mode: X1 X2 X3 X1 S1
Press BAND to select the desired band you want to store. After tuning in the desired channel, press and hold, for at least 2 seconds, any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) into which you wish to store the channel.
The selected station is stored.

SIRIUS mode: S1 S2 S3

to select desired category.
Repeat the procedure to store up to 5 other channels onto the same band.

Game Alert Setup

To use this procedure for other bands, simply select the band desired and repeat the procedure. A total of 18 channels can be stored in the preset memory for either XM or SIRIUS. 6 Channels are stored in each band (X1, X2 and X3 for XM; S1, S2 and S3 for SIRIUS). If you store a channel in a preset memory which already has a station, the current channel will be cleared and replaced with the new one.
Press and hold F/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to enter the SETUP mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select GAME ALERT, /ENT. and then press Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired league, and then press /ENT. Turn the Rotary encoder to select a team you want /ENT. to store, and then press Turn the Rotary encoder to select an interruption /ENT. type, and then press
TYPE INITIAL TYPE INITIAL: TYPE UPDATE: TYPE UPDATE (Initial setting) The ALERT display interrupts when the game begins. The ALERT display interrupts by game progress (change of score, game result, etc.).
Receiving Stored Channels
Press BAND to select the desired band. Press the channel preset button (1 through 6) that has your desired satellite channel in memory.
Storing the desired Sports Team (SIRIUS only)
Store a favorite team from one of the available leagues SIRIUS covers. Once stored, game times and scores for that team are announced using the interruption ALERT display while receiving other programming. To receive these announcements, refer to page 20. This function becomes effective after performing the following two operations.
Press and hold F/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to cancel the SETUP mode.
Pressing /ESC returns to the previous SETUP mode. If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, SETUP is canceled. In this mode, a total of 4 teams can be stored in the preset memory (one team per league).

again will resume the playback.
The root folder is displayed as ROOT in the Folder Name Search mode. This unit plays back files in the USB memory with the same controls and modes as playback of CDs containing MP3/WMA/AAC. For details, refer to CD/MP3/WMA/AAC on page 9 to 12. Before disconnecting USB memory, be sure to change to another source or set to pause. The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back.
For clarity in identifying your model of iPod, please see Apples own document Identifying iPod models at http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353 This unit does not support iPhone/iPods video playback function, even using a video-compatible cable. If the unit is used with versions of iTunes earlier than 7.6, correct function and performance are not guaranteed.
to switch to the USB iPod mode.

Press mode.

/ENT to activate the search selection
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the Artist search mode, and then press /ENT.
PLAYLIST ARTIST PODCAST GENRE PLAYLIST ALBUM SONG COMPOSER AUDIOBOOK
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired /ENT. Artist, and then press Turn the Rotary encoder to select an album, and then press /ENT. Turn the Rotary encoder to select a song and /ENT. press
The selected song is played back.
to select the desired song.
Return to the beginning of the current song: Press. Fast backward through current song: Press and hold. Advance to the beginning of the next song: Press. Fast forward through current song: Press and hold.
A song playing on the iPhone/iPod while it is connected to this unit will continue to play from where it was paused after disconnection. If you listen to an episode from a selected podcast or audiobook, the or. episode can be changed by pressing An episode may have several chapters. The chapter can be changed or. by pressing
Searching for a desired Song
An iPhone/iPod can contain hundreds of songs. By using file tag information and keeping these songs organized in playlists, this units search functions will ease song searches. Each music category has its own individual hierarchy. Use the PLAYLIST/ARTIST/ALBUM/SONG/PODCAST/GENRE/ COMPOSER/AUDIOBOOK search mode to narrow searches based on the table below.

Hierarchy 1 PLAYLIST ARTIST* ALBUM* SONG PODCAST GENRE* COMPOSER* AUDIOBOOK Hierarchy 2 SONG ALBUM* SONG EPISODE ARTIST* ALBUM* Hierarchy 3 SONG ALBUM* SONG Hierarchy 4 SONG
After pressing and holding /ENT for at least 2 seconds while in each hierarchy (except SONG and AUDIOBOOK hierarchy), all songs of the selected hierarchy are played back. After selecting [ALL] in the search mode with *, press and hold /ENT for at least 2 seconds to play back all songs in the iPhone/ iPod or selected search mode. While in the search mode, if you press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds, or no operation is performed for 30 seconds, the search mode is canceled. In the search mode, pressing /ESC will return to the previous mode. When search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play mode will be canceled. NO SONG will be displayed if there is no song in the selected playlist in the PLAYLIST search mode. NO PODCAST will be displayed if there is no podcast data in the iPhone/iPod in the PODCAST search mode. NO AUDIOBOOK will be displayed if there is no audiobook data in the iPhone/iPod in the AUDIOBOOK search mode. If iPod name stored in the iPhone/iPod is selected in the desired /ENT is pressed, you can search for all playlist search mode and songs in the iPhone/iPod. Also, if you press and hold /ENT for at least 2 seconds, all songs in the iPhone/iPod are played back. Depending on the iPhone/iPod, podcast search is not supported. If Alphabet Skip Function is activated in the search mode, a search can be made quickly by Alphabet skip function to find the desired artist or song, etc. For details, refer to Alphabet Skip Function on page 25. If any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) is pressed in the search mode, a search can be made quickly by skipping to the specified location. For details, refer to Direct Search Function on page 25. If no operation is performed for 30 seconds during search mode, the unit will return to normal mode.
For example: Searching by Artist name The following example explains how an ARTIST search is performed. Another search mode can be used for the same operation, although the hierarchy differs.
You can search a song from all songs in the iPhone/iPod without selecting an album, artist, etc.
Select Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/ Composer
Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/Composer can be easily changed. For example, if you listen to a song from a selected album, the album can be changed.
Press and hold /ENT for at least 2 seconds to activate the Quick Search mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select a desired song.

SOURCE/ BAND Rotary encoder /ENT
Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/ Treble Level/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Balance (Between Left and Right) in MultEQ mode
You can change these settings to create your own preference in MultEQ (CURVE 1 or CURVE 2) mode.
Press IMPRINT to activate the MultEQ adjustment mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired item, and then press /ENT.
SUBW LEVEL*1 BASS LEVEL TREBLE LEVEL FADER*2 BALANCE SUBW LEVEL
Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting as below, and then press /ENT.
Subwoofer level: 0 ~ +15 Bass level: -7~+7 Treble level: -7~+7 Fader: R15 ~ F15 Balance: L15 ~ R15

IMPRINT

If no operation is performed for 60 seconds after selecting the SUBW LEVEL, BASS LEVEL, TREBLE LEVEL, FADER or BALANCE mode the unit automatically returns to normal mode. *1 When the SUBWOOFER mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be adjusted, and the SUBWOOFER ON/OFF cannot be adjusted in MultEQ (CURVE 1 or CURVE 2) mode. *2 If you set the 2.2ch (3WAY)/4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.) switch of the IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) to 2.2ch (3WAY), you cannot adjust the FADER mode. For details, refer to the Owners Manual of PXA-H100. Depending on the connected devices, some functions and display indications do not work.

Changing MultEQ mode

MultEQ, developed by Audyssey Labs, automatically corrects the audio for the listening environment. The system is optimized for selected positions in the vehicle. To accomplish this, MultEQ must take measurements of the vehicles response characteristics. For details on the set up procedure, consult your authorized Alpine dealer.
Press and hold IMPRINT for at least 2 seconds to change MultEQ mode.
MULTEQ OFF (Manual Mode) CURVE 1 (MultEQ-1) CURVE 2 (MultEQ-2) MULTEQ OFF (Manual Mode)
The Curve mode can be selected only when curve 1 and curve 2 are stored. When using MultEQ, MEDIAXPANDER, MX LEV MODE, CROSSOVER, T.CORR PARA, FACTORYS EQ. SUBW PHASE, SUBW CHANNEL, TW SETUP, EQ MODE, FILTER TYPE and PARAMETER EQ/GRAPHIC EQ are set automatically. They are no longer user adjustable. When an external audio processor is connected, the MultEQ function cannot be used.
Adjusting Sound Setting in Manual Mode
You can change these sound settings to create your own preference when the MultEQ mode is set to MULTEQ OFF (Manual Mode).
SUBW SYS 1 (Initial setting) SUBW SYS 2
Use steps 1 to 4 to select one of the Sound menu modes to modify. See the applicable section below for details about the selected item.
SUBW SYS 1 : Subwoofer level changes according to the main volume setting. SUBW SYS 2 : Subwoofer level change is different from the main volume setting. For example, even at low volume settings, the subwoofer is still audible.

Press IMPRINT to activate the Sound menu selection mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired item, /ENT. and then press
SUBWOOFER SUBW SYSTEM*1 SUBW PHASE*1 SUBW CHANNEL*1 FACTORYS EQ TW SETUP*2 FILTER TYPE MEDIAXPANDER MX LEV MODE*3 EQ MODE T.CORR PARA SOUND ADJUST*4 SUBWOOFER (e.g. Select SUBWOOFER)
Setting the Subwoofer Phase
NORMAL (Initial setting) REVERSE
The subwoofer output phase is toggled SUBWOOFER NORMAL (0) or SUBWOOFER REVERSE (180). To adjust the level, turn the Rotary encoder.
Setting the Subwoofer Channel (SUBW CHANNEL)
You can set the subwoofer output to stereo or monaural. Make sure to set the correct output for your subwoofer type.
STEREO (Initial setting) MONO
*1 These functions are inoperable when SUBWOOFER is set to OFF. *2 This function can be operable only when PXA-H100 (sold separately) is connected and 2.2ch (3WAY) mode is set. For details, refer to the Owners Manual of PXA-H100. *3 This function is inoperable when MEDIAXPANDER is set to OFF. *4 In step 2, three sound adjustment items (PARAMETER EQ/ GRAPHIC EQ, T.CORRECTION, CROSSOVER) can be selected in SOUND ADJUST mode, turn the Rotary encoder to select the /ENT to continue to step 3. desired item, and then press
STEREO: Subwoofer stereo (L/R) output MONO: Subwoofer monaural output
Equalizer Presets (FACTORYS EQ)
10 typical equalizer settings are preset at the factory for a variety of musical source material.
FLAT POPS ROCK NEWS JAZZ&BLUES ELEC DANCE HIP HOP&RAP EASY LISTEN COUNTRY CLASSICAL USER 1 USER 2 USER 3 USER 4 USER 5 USER 6
(e.g. Select SUBW ON or SUBW OFF)
MEDIAXPANDER FACTORYS EQ, PARAMETER EQ/GRAPHIC EQ, EQ MODE and MX LEV MODE Adjustment are inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON. Pressing /ESC returns to the previous Sound menu mode. If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, Sound menu mode is canceled.
By selecting USER 1 to 6, you can recall the stored preset number in Adjusting the Graphic Equalizer Curve (page 30) or Adjusting the Parametric Equalizer Curve (page 29).
Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW SETUP)
Setting the response characteristic of tweeter to FLAT in 2.2ch (3WAY) mode could damage the speaker. Make sure the Crossover cut-off is appropriate for the tweeter being used (see Adjusting the Crossover Settings on page 30).
MAKERS (Initial setting) USERS
SUBW OFF SUBW ON (Initial setting)
MAKERS: As protection from possible speaker damage, FLAT cannot be set for the response slope of the high range speaker in 2.2ch (3WAY) mode. USERS: The FLAT setting is possible in 2.2ch (3WAY) mode.

Setting the Filter type

NORMAL (Initial setting) NORMAL (L=R): INDIVIDUAL Left and right speakers are adjusted equally. INDIVIDUAL (L/R): Left and right speakers are individually adjusted.

To adjust another band, repeat steps 1 to 4 and adjust all bands.
The frequencies of adjacent bands cannot be adjusted within 4 steps. While adjusting the PARAMETER EQ, you should consider the frequency response of the connected speakers.
Adjusting the Graphic Equalizer Curve
You can modify the equalizer settings to create a response curve more appealing to your personal taste. To adjust the graphic equalizer curve, set the EQ MODE to GRAPHIC EQ. For details, refer to Setting EQ mode (page 29).
Adjusting the Crossover Settings
Before performing the following procedures, refer to About the Crossover (page 33).

2.2ch (3WAY) System

After selecting GRAPHIC EQ from the SOUND ADJUST mode, press BAND to select the band to be adjusted.

B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B1

After selecting CROSSOVER from the SOUND ADJUST mode, press BAND to select the band to be adjusted.
2.2ch (3WAY) System / NORMAL (L=R)
Setting items: LOW / M-L / M-H / HIGH
Band-1 (63 Hz) / Band-2 (150 Hz) / Band-3 (400 Hz) / Band-4 (1 kHz) / Band-5 (2.5 kHz) / Band-6 (6.3 kHz) / Band-7 (17.5 kHz)
2.2ch (3WAY) System / INDIVIDUAL (L/R)
Setting items: L-L / L-R / ML-L / ML-R / MH-L / MH-R / H-L / H-R
Adjustable output level: -6 to +6 dB
To adjust another band, repeat steps 1 and 2, and then adjust all bands.
Press or to select the desired cut-off frequency (Crossover Point).
Adjustable frequency bands:
Adjusting the Time Correction
Before performing the following procedures, refer to About Time Correction (page 32).
Setting items: LOW / M-L M-H HIGH 20 Hz~200 Hz 20 Hz~20 kHz (1 kHz~20 kHz)*1/(20 Hz~20 kHz)*2
After selecting T.CORRECTION from the SOUND ADJUST mode, press BAND to select a speaker to be adjusted.
F-L (Initial setting) (Mid-L) SW-L SW-R F-R R-L R-R (Mid-R) (High-L ) (High-R) F-L (Mid-L)
*1 When MAKERS is selected, refer to Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW SETUP) (page 28). *2 When USERS is selected, refer to Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW SETUP) (page 28).

to adjust the slope.

Adjustable slope: FLAT*, 6 dB/oct., 12 dB/oct., 18 dB/oct., 24 dB/oct.
4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.) System
F-L (Initial setting) (Front-L) SW-L SW-R F-R R-L (Front-R) (Rear-L) F-L (Front-L) R-R (Rear-R)
* FLAT can be set for the HIGH slope only when USERS is selected in Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW SETUP) (page 28). Depending on the response characteristics of the speaker, care should be taken when setting the response slope to FLAT, as speaker damage may result. With this unit, a message is displayed when the response slope for the high range speaker is set to FLAT.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

This Warranty does not cover the following: A Damage occurring during shipment of the product to Alpine for repair (claims must be presented to the carrier). B Damage caused by accident or abuse, including burned voice coils caused by over-driving the speaker (amplifier level is turned up and driven into distortion or clipping). Speaker mechanical failure (e.g. punctures, tears or rips). Cracked or damaged LCD panels. Dropped or damaged hard drives. C Damage caused by negligence, misuse, improper operation or failure to follow instructions contained in the Owners manual. D Damage caused by act of God, including without limitation, earthquake, fire, flood, storms or other acts of nature. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of the product. E Service performed by an unauthorized person, company or association. F Any product which has the serial number defaced, altered or removed. G Any product which has been adjusted, altered or modified without Alpines consent. H Any product not distributed by Alpine within the United States, Puerto Rico or Canada. I Any product not purchased from an Authorized Alpine Dealer.
HOW STATE/PROVINCIAL LAW RELATES TO THE WARRANTY:
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province. In addition, some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, limitations as to these matters contained herein may not apply to you.

IN CANADA ONLY:

This Warranty is not valid unless your Alpine car audio product has been installed in your vehicle by an Authorized Installation Center, and this warranty stamped upon installation by the installation center.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
A You are responsible for delivery of the product to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine for repair and for payment of any initial shipping charges. Alpine will, at its option, repair or replace the product with a new or reconditioned product without charge. If the repairs are covered by the warranty, and if the product was shipped to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine, Alpine will pay the return shipping charges. B You should provide a detailed description of the problem(s) for which service is required.
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Should the product require service, please call the following number for your nearest Authorized Alpine Service Center. CAR AUDIO NAVIGATION 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) 1-888-NAV-HELP (1-888-628-4357)

Receiving Channels with the SAT Radio Receiver (Optional).. 22 Checking the SAT Radio ID Number. 22 Storing Channel Presets.. 23 Receiving Stored Channels.. 23 Storing the desired Sports Team (SIRIUS only).. 23 Storing while receiving a game broadcast. 23 Game Alert Setup.. 23 Storing the desired Song / Artist (SIRIUS only).. 23 Recalling the stored information (SIRIUS only).. 24 If more than 2 alert are found.. 24 Canceling the stored Alert Memory (SIRIUS only).. 24 Search Function... 24 Category Search mode.. 24 Channel/Artist/Song Search mode. 24 Quick Search Function.. 24 Receiving Weather or Traffic Information from SAT Radio.. 25 Instant Replay Function (SIRIUS only). 25 Changing the Display.. 25 Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display (XM only).. 26
About Time Correction..34 About the Crossover..35

Changer (Optional)

Controlling CD Changer (Optional)..36 Playing MP3 Files with the CD Changer (Optional)...36 Multi-Changer Selection (Optional)..36

USB memory (Optional)

Controlling USB memory (Optional). 26 Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Files with the USB memory (Optional).. 26

iPod (Optional)

Playback... 27 Searching for a desired Song. 27 Quick Search... 28 Direct Search Function.. 28 Select Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/ Composer.. 28 Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.).. 28 Repeat Play... 29 Displaying the Text... 29

Remote Control

Controls on Remote Control..37 Operating the Audio Processor..37 Battery Replacement..38

Information

In Case of Difficulty..39 Specifications..42
Installation and Connections
Warning.. 43 Caution... 43 Precautions.. 43 Installation.. 44 Connections.. 46

LIMITED WARRANTY

Operating Instructions
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 BOAT.
Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to a complete stop. Always stop the boat in a safe location before performing these functions. Failure to do so may result in an accident.

CAUTION

This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in injury or material property damage. 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.
DO NOT MIX NEW BATTERIES WITH OLD BATTERIES. INSERT WITH THE CORRECT BATTERY POLARITY.
When inserting the batteries, be sure to observe proper polarity (+ and ) as instructed. Rupture or chemical leakage from the battery may cause fire or personal injury.
KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING.
Excessive volume levels that obscure sounds such as emergency vessel sirens or approaching vessels can be dangerous and may result in an accident. LISTENING AT LOUD VOLUME LEVELS IN A BOAT MAY ALSO CAUSE HEARING DAMAGE.

PRECAUTIONS

Product Cleaning
Use a soft dry cloth for periodic cleaning of the product. For more severe stains, please dampen the cloth with water only. Anything else has the chance of dissolving the paint or damaging the plastic.
MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING.
Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of the boat and cause an accident.

Temperature

Be sure the temperature inside the boat is between +60C (+140F) and 10C (+14F) before turning your unit on.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.
Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.
Moisture Condensation DO NOT CONNECT A POWER SUPPLY OTHER THAN A DC 12V NEGATIVE GROUND TYPE.
Failure to do so may result in accident or fire. You may notice the CD playback sound wavering due to condensation. If this happens, remove the disc from the player and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate.
KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately.

Damaged Disc

Do not attempt to play cracked, warped, or damaged discs. Playing a bad disc could severely damage the playback mechanism.

Maintenance

If you have problems, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. Return it to your Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Station for servicing.
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.
USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.
Use for other than its designed application may result in fire, electric shock or other injury.
DO NOT PLACE HANDS, FINGERS OR FOREIGN OBJECTS IN INSERTION SLOTS OR GAPS.
Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the product.

Never Attempt the Following
Do not grip or pull out the disc while it is being pulled back into the player by the automatic reloading mechanism. Do not attempt to insert a disc into the unit when the unit power is off.

Correct Handling

Do not drop the disc while handling. Hold the disc so you will not leave fingerprints on the surface. Do not affix tape, paper, or gummed labels to the disc. Do not write on the disc.

CORRECT

INCORRECT

Inserting Discs

Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not attempt to load more than one disc. Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc. Error will be displayed on your player if you insert a disc incorrectly. If Error continues to be displayed even though the disc has been inserted correctly, push the RESET switch with a pointed object such as a ballpoint pen. Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in skips, but this will not scratch the disc or damage the player.

Disc Cleaning

Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface of the disc could cause the CD player to skip. 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.

New Discs

To prevent the CD from jamming, Error is displayed if discs with irregular surfaces are inserted or if discs are inserted incorrectly. When a new disc is ejected immediately after initial loading, use your finger to feel around the inside of the center hole and outside edge of the disc. If you feel any small bumps or irregularities, this could inhibit proper loading of the disc. To remove the bumps, rub the inside edge of the hole and outside edge of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other such instrument, then insert the disc again.
Center Hole Center Hole New Disc

Disc Accessories

There are various accessories available on the market for protecting the disc surface and improving sound quality. However, most of them will influence the thickness and/or diameter of the disc. Using such accessories can cause the disc to be out of standard specifications and may create operational problems. We recommend not using these accessories on discs played in Alpine CD players.

Volume level

Elapsed time
*1 Only when XM Radio or SIRIUS Radio is connected. *2 Displayed only when the iPod is connected and AUX+ Setup is set to OFF, refer to Setting the AUX+ Setup Mode (page 20). *3 Displayed only when the AUX+ Setup is set to ON, refer to Setting the AUX+ Setup Mode (page 20). *4 Displayed only when Bluetooth IN is set to ADAPTER, refer to Bluetooth Setting (page 19). *5 Only when the CD changer is connected.
Press VIEW to switch the display. See Displaying the Text (page 17) for information about display switching.
While playing back MP3/WMA/AAC, press select the desired folder.
Pressing and holding continuously. or will change folders

Repeat Play

Press CD mode : : Only a track is repeatedly played back.
CD Changer mode : : The tracks are played back in random sequence. : The tracks on all the CDs in the current magazine will be included in the random playback sequence.
4 to play back repeatedly the track being played.
4 again and select off to deactivate repeat play.
The track (file) will be played repeatedly.
<M.I.X. One> <M.I.X. All>

<Repeat One>

: A disc is repeatedly played back. *3 When a CD changer equipped with the ALL M.I.X. function is connected. If M.I.X. is set to ON during RPT (REPEAT ALL) play in CD changer mode, M.I.X. will apply to the current disc only. MP3/WMA/AAC mode : *1 When a CD changer is connected. If RPT is set to ON during M.I.X. play in CD changer mode, M.I.X. will apply to the current disc only. MP3/WMA/AAC mode : : Only a file is repeatedly played back.

<Repeat All>

<M.I.X. Folder>
: Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence.
*4 : Files are played back in random <M.I.X. Disc> sequence.
If an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected, all files in a disc are played back in random sequence, and playback shifts to the next disc.
<Repeat One> <Repeat Folder> <Repeat All>
: Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back. : A disc is repeatedly played back.
*4 In the USB mode, all files stored in the USB memory are played back in random sequence, and the MIX indicator lights up. When a song is played back during Random (M.I.X.) play in the USB mode, the song can be played back again randomly even if not all songs on the USB Memory have been played back. If a CD changer or an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected: After pressing F/SETUP to select the function mode (RPT/M.I.X.), perform the operation within 5 seconds.
*2 When an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected. If a CD changer or an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected: After pressing F/SETUP to select the function mode (RPT/M.I.X.), perform the operation within 5 seconds.

File Name Search mode

to select another Folder.
Select the desired file by turning the Rotary encoder. Press /ENT to play back the selected file.
Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds in the search mode to cancel. Or , the search mode is canceled if no operation is performed for 10 seconds. Press /ESC in the search mode to return to the previous mode. When File Name Search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play mode will be canceled.
Audio data is compressed using software with MP3/WMA/AAC codecs. For details on creating MP3/WMA/AAC files, refer to the users manual for that software. MP3/WMA/AAC files that are playable on this device have the file extensions. MP3: mp3 WMA: wma (ver. 7.1, 8 and 9 are supported) AAC: m4a There are many different versions of the AAC format. Confirm that the software being used conforms to the acceptable formats listed above. Its possible that the format may be unplayable even though the extension is valid. Playback of AAC files encoded by iTunes is supported.

Quick Search

You can search for tracks (files).
Press and hold /ENT for at least 2 seconds in the CD/Changer/MP3/WMA/AAC mode to activate Quick Search mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select a desired track (file).
The selected track is played back immediately.
Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode is canceled if no operation is performed for 10 seconds.
Supported playback sampling rates and bit rates MP3 Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 16 kHz, 12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz Bit rates: 32 - 320 kbps WMA Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz Bit rates: 48 - 192 kbps
Order of files Files are played back in the order that the writing software writes them to the disc. Therefore, the playback order may not be what is expected. Verify the writing order in the softwares documentation. The playback order of the folders and files is as follows.
AAC Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 16 kHz, 12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz Bit rates: 16 - 320 kbps This device may not play back correctly depending on sampling rates. In the USB mode, the playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back. ID3 tags/WMA tags This device supports ID3 tag v1 and v2, and WMA tag. If tag data is in an MP3/WMA/AAC file, this device can display the title (track title), artist name, and album name ID3 tag/WMA tag data. This device can only display single-byte alphanumeric characters (up to 30 for ID3 tags and up to 15 for WMA tags) and the underscore. For non-supported characters, the display is blank. The tag information may not be correctly displayed, depending on the contents. Playing back MP3/WMA/AAC MP3/WMA/AAC files are prepared, then written to a CD-R, CD-RW using CD-R writing software or stored to a USB memory. A disc can hold up to 510 files/folders (including Root Folders), and the maximum number of folders is 255. This unit can recognize at least 100 folders (including root folder) and 100 files per folder stored in USB memory. Playback may not be performed if a disc or USB memory exceeds the limitations described above. Do not make a files playback time more than 1 hour. Media supported The media that this device can play back are CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. This device also can play back USB memory media. Corresponding File Systems This device supports discs formatted with ISO9660 Level 1 or Level 2. Under the ISO9660 standard, there are some restrictions to remember. The maximum nested folder depth is 8 (including the root directory). The number of characters for a folder/file name is limited. Valid characters for folder/file names are letters A-Z (all caps), numbers 0-9, and _ (underscore). This device can play back discs in Joliet, Romeo, etc., and other standards that conform to ISO9660. However, sometimes the file names, folder names, etc., are not displayed correctly. This device also supports FAT 12/16/32 for USB memory device. Formats supported This device supports CD-ROM XA, Mixed Mode CD, Enhanced CD (CD-Extra) and Multi-Session. This device cannot correctly play back discs recorded with Track At Once or packet writing.

Setting the AUX Mode (V-Link)
AUX IN ON / AUX IN OFF (Initial setting)
This function will give audible feedback with varying tones depending upon the button pressed.
Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT Mute)
INT Mute ON / INT Mute OFF (Initial setting)
If a device having the interrupt feature is connected, audio will be automatically muted whenever the interrupt signal is received from the device.
You can input TV/video sound by connecting an optional Ai-NET/RCA Interface cable (KCA-121B) or Versatile Link Terminal (KCA-410C) to this component. You can change the AUX Name display when AUX IN is set to ON. Press /ENT when AUX IN is set to ON, and select AUX Name by turning the Rotary encoder, and then press /ENT. After that, turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired AUX name. If the KCA-410C is connected, it is possible to select two AUX names. Via KCA-410C, up to 2 external devices with RCA output can be connected. In this case, press SOURCE/ to select AUX mode and then press BAND to select your desired device.
Setting the AUX+ Setup Mode
AUX+ Setup ON / AUX+ Setup OFF (Initial Setting)
An external device (such as a portable music player) can be connected to the iPod Direct connector of this unit. An iPod Direct/RCA Interface cable (optional) is required. A portable music device and an iPod cannot be connected to the iPod Direct connector at the same time.
AUX+ ON : Set to ON when a portable device is connected. If SOURCE/ is pressed and AUX+ is selected, the sound of the portable device is input to the unit. AUX+ OFF : Set to OFF when an iPod is connected.

Changer Name Setting

Changer (Initial Setting) / USB / Portable
This setting is used when the head unit is connected to the USB Adapter for MP3 (KCA-620M). You can set the name to be displayed on the unit depending on the device to which the USB Adapter for MP3 (KCA-620M) is connected.
Connecting to an External Amplifier
Power IC ON (Initial setting) / Power IC OFF
You can change the AUX+ name display when AUX+ is set to ON. Press /ENT when AUX+ is set to ON, and select AUX+ name by turning the Rotary encoder, then press /ENT. After that, turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired AUX+ name.
When an external amplifier is connected, sound quality can be improved by stopping the power supply of the built-in amplifier.
Power IC OFF : Use this mode when the line output of this unit is used to drive an external amplifier. In this setting, the head units internal amplifier is turned OFF and can not drive speakers. Front left Front right Rear left Amplifier Rear right
Setting the AUX+ Level (AUX IN GAIN)

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the Memory /ENT. mode, and then press

Memory Delete

Search Function
You can search for programs by Category, Channel, Artist or Song.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the Song /ENT. Memory or Artist Memory, and then press Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.
/ENT in the XM or SIRIUS mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select Search mode, and then press /ENT.
Category Channel Artist* Song* Category
If you try to store when the memory area is full, Memory Full is displayed. If you want to replace a Song title or Artist name thats already been saved in step 3, turn the Rotary encoder to select /ENT. Replace YES, and then press If no operation is performed for 10 seconds, the setting mode is canceled.

* SIRIUS Only.

Category Search mode
Recalling the stored information (SIRIUS only)
Whenever the stored sports team, song(s) or artist(s) are playing, an interruption ALERT appears in the display of the unit.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired /ENT. Category, and then press Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired /ENT. Channel Name, and then press
If more than 2 alert are found
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired information. Press /ENT.
While in Category Search mode, press /ESC to return to the selecting search mode. The Search mode is canceled if you press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds, or no operation is performed for 10 seconds in Category Search mode. If ALERT interruption occurs in the search mode, the search mode is canceled.
If no operation is performed for 10 seconds , the unit returns to normal mode. Only a single sports team, song or artist can be displayed as an interruption ALERT. For example, both song and artist cannot be displayed as an ALERT at the same time.
Channel/Artist/Song Search mode
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Channel/Artist/Song Name, and then press /ENT.
Canceling the stored Alert Memory (SIRIUS only)
During usual reception, press F/SETUP to activate the Memory/Delete selection mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the Delete mode, and then press /ENT.
While in Channel Search mode, press or to select another Category. While in Channel/Artist/Song Search mode, press /ESC to return to the selecting search mode. The Search mode is canceled if you press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds, or no operation is performed for 10 seconds in Channel/Artist/Song Search mode. If ALERT interruption occurs in the search mode, the search mode is canceled.

*1 When ADF is turned OFF, this information is not displayed (see Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display (XM only) on page 26). Displayed in 1 line when text amount is small. 2 When the Scroll Setting (Text Scroll) (page 21) is set to Auto, the * display cannot be switched by pressing VIEW. The display contents switch alternately. *3 Displayed only during instant replay. When the Scroll Setting (Text Scroll) (page 21) is set to Auto, the display scrolls continuously. When the Text Scroll is set to Manual, the display scrolls only once after any function is performed (PRESET, BAND, SEARCH, etc.). Channel No., Calendar and Clock displays do not scroll. Depending on the model, the display may differ from the one shown above.
Press /ESC for at least 2 seconds to cancel the INSTANT REPLAY mode.
The unit returns to usual SIRIUS broadcasting mode. Time display example during REPLAY playback (Instant Replay Mode only)
Play Position Indicator Progress Bar

Volume Level

Play Time (Remaining time for INSTANT REPLAY)
Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display (XM only)
The XM Auxiliary Data Field (ADF) display can be switched on or off. There is no ADF function for the SIRIUS receiver.

SOURCE/ /

Press and hold F/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to activate the SETUP selection mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the XM mode, /ENT. and then press
Controlling USB memory (Optional)
A USB memory device may be connected to this unit. With a USB memory device connected to this unit, the audio files will be playable from this unit. The controls on this unit for USB memory operation are operative only when a USB memory is connected.
/ENT to activate the XM ADF mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select XM ADF ON/ /ENT. OFF, and then press
When setting to ON, Auxiliary Data Field is displayed by pressing VIEW (refer to the Changing the Display section on page 25).
Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Files with the USB memory (Optional)
If you connect a USB memory device containing MP3/WMA/AAC, these files are playable on this unit.

The songs are played back in random sequence. M.I.X. (Shuffle ALL) (off) M.I.X.
If Shuffle ALL is selected, the selected songs being played back in the search mode are canceled.
Only Repeat One is available for the iPod.

Repeat One:

A single song is repeatedly played back.
Alpine introduces IMPRINT - the worlds first technology that thoroughly eliminates in-boat acoustic problems that normally degrade sound quality, which enables us to experience music the way the artist intended. When the IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) (sold separately) is connected to this unit, MultEQ and the following sound adjustment can be performed.
SOURCE/ BAND Rotary encoder /ENT
The song is played back repeatedly. RPT (off) (Repeat One)
To cancel repeat play, select (off) with the above procedure.
During repeat playback, no other songs are selectable by pressing or.
You can display the tag information of a song in the iPod.
Each press changes the display. When the Text Scroll is set to Manual, press and hold VIEW for at least 2 seconds, the current text will be scrolled one time.

iPod mode:

Track No./All Songs No.* 2 Elapsed Time (Blank) (Blank)
Preset buttons (1 through 6)

IMPRINT

Changing MultEQ mode
*3 MultEQ, developed by Audyssey Labs, automatically corrects the audio for the listening environment. The system is optimized for selected positions in the boat. To accomplish this, MultEQ must take measurements of the boats response characteristics. For details on the set up procedure, consult your authorized Alpine dealer.
Artist Name *1 Song Name *1
Album Name *1 Song Name *1
Track No./All Songs No.* 2 Elapsed Time
Press and hold IMPRINT for at least 2 seconds to change MultEQ mode.
MultEQ Off (Manual Mode) Curve 1 (MultEQ-1) Curve 2 (MultEQ-2) MultEQ Off (Manual Mode)
*1 TAG information If the Scroll Setting (Text Scroll) (page 21) is set to Auto, the tag information will scroll automatically. If there is no text information, nothing will be displayed. *2 The numbers of all songs displayed vary depending on the songs selected by the search. *3 When the Scroll Setting (Text Scroll) (page 21) is set to Auto, the display cannot be switched by pressing VIEW. The display contents switch alternately. Only alphanumeric characters (ASCII) can be displayed. If the artist, album or song name, created in iTunes, has too many characters, songs may not be played back when connected to the adapter. Therefore, a maximum of 250 characters is recommended. The maximum number of characters for the head unit is 128 (128 byte). Some characters may not be correctly displayed. The display is blank when text information is not compatible with this unit.

Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW Setup)
Depending on the response characteristics of the speaker, care should be taken when setting the response slope of the high range speaker to FLAT in 2.2ch (3WAY) mode (see Adjusting the Crossover Settings on page 32), as speaker damage may result.
MAKERS (Initial setting ) USERS
MAKERS: As protection from possible speaker damage, FLAT cannot be set for the response slope of the high range speaker in 2.2ch (3WAY) mode. USERS: The FLAT setting is possible in 2.2ch (3WAY) mode.
Each music source, such as FM radio, CD, and MP3/WMA/AAC can have its own MX setting. On disks with both MP3/WMA/AAC and CD-DA, when the source changes from MP3/WMA/AAC to CD-DA or CD-DA to MP3/WMA/AAC, MX-mode switching may delay playback slightly. Setting to Non Effect sets MX mode of each music source to OFF. The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON. There is no MX mode for AM radio. If an audio processor with the MX function (PXA-H701, etc.) is connected, its own MX processing is applied to the music source. Since the processor MX settings may not match the head unit, the audio processor needs to be adjusted. For details, refer to the Owners Manual of the audio processor. CMPM is applied for MP3/WMA/AAC and iPod. SAT is applied for XM radio and SIRIUS radio.

Setting EQ mode

This setting gives you a choice of 5-band parametric, or 7-band graphic equalizer.
Parametric EQ (Initial setting) PEQ: 5-band Parametric EQ GEQ: 7-band Graphic EQ Graphic EQ

Setting the Filter type

NORMAL (Initial setting) NORMAL (L=R): INDIVIDUAL Left and right speakers are adjusted equally. INDIVIDUAL (L/R): Left and right speakers are individually adjusted.
Setting the Time Correction Unit (TCR Parameter)
You can change the unit, (cm or inch) of time correction.
TCR Parameter<cm> (Initial setting) TCR Parameter<inch>
Turning Media Xpander ON/OFF
When the Media Xpander is on, you can adjust the Media Xpander level (refer to page 31).

About Time Correction

The distance between the listener and the speakers in a boat vary widely due to the complex speaker placement. This difference in the distances from the speakers to the listener creates a shift in the sounds image and frequency characteristics. This is caused by the time delay between the sound reaching the listeners right versus the left ear. To correct this, this unit is able to delay the audio signal to the speakers closest to the listener. This effectively creates a perception of increased distance for those speakers. The listener can be placed at an equal distance between the left and right speakers for optimum staging. The adjustment will be made for each speaker in 3.4cm steps.
These values are the time correction values for the different speakers. Setting these values to make each sound reach the listening position at the same time as the sound of other speakers. Time Correction Value List
Time Delay Distance Distance Difference Number (cm) (inch) (ms) 18 0.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 5.0 0.0 3.4 6.8 10.2 13.6 17.0 20.4 23.8 27.2 30.6 34.0 37.4 40.8 44.2 47.6 51.0 54.4 57.8 61.2 64.6 68.0 71.4 74.8 78.2 81.6 85.0 88.4 91.8 95.2 98.6 102.0 105.4 108.8 112.2 115.6 119.0 122.4 125.8 129.2 132.6 136.0 139.4 142.8 146.2 149.6 153.0 156.4 159.8 163.2 166.6 170.0 0.0 1.3 2.7 4.0 5.4 6.7 8.0 9.4 10.7 12.1 13.4 14.7 16.1 17.4 18.8 20.1 21.4 22.8 24.1 25.5 26.8 28.1 29.5 30.8 32.2 33.5 34.8 36.2 37.5 38.9 40.2 41.5 42.9 44.2 45.6 46.9 48.2 49.6 50.9 52.3 53.6 54.9 56.3 57.6 59.0 60.3 61.6 63.0 64.3 65.7 67.0 Time Delay Distance Distance Difference Number (cm) (inch) (ms) 99 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.9 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 8.8 8.9 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.8 9.9 173.4 176.8 180.2 183.6 187.0 190.4 193.8 197.2 200.6 204.0 207.4 210.8 214.2 217.6 221.0 224.4 227.8 231.2 234.6 238.0 241.4 244.8 248.2 251.6 255.0 258.4 261.8 265.2 268.6 272.0 275.4 278.8 282.2 285.6 289.0 292.4 295.8 299.2 302.6 306.0 309.4 312.8 316.2 319.6 323.0 326.4 329.8 333.2 336.6 68.3 69.7 71.0 72.4 73.7 75.0 76.4 77.7 79.1 80.4 81.7 83.1 84.4 85.8 87.1 88.4 89.8 91.1 92.5 93.8 95.1 96.5 97.8 99.2 100.5 101.8 103.2 104.5 105.9 107.2 108.5 109.9 111.2 112.6 113.9 115.2 116.6 117.9 119.3 120.6 121.9 123.3 124.6 126.0 127.3 128.6 130.0 131.3 132.7
Example 1. Listening Position: Front Left Seat
Adjust the time correction level of the front left speaker to a high value and the rear right to zero or a low value.
The sound is not balanced because the distance between the listening position and the various speakers is different. The difference in distance between the front left speaker and the rear right speaker is 1.75 m (68-7/8"). Here we calculate the time correction value for the front left speaker in the diagram on the above. Conditions: Farthest Speaker listening position : 2.25 m (88-9/16") Front left speaker listening position : 0.5 m (19-11/16") Calculation: L = 2.25 m 0.5 m = 1.75 m (68-7/8") Time correction = 1.75 343*= 5.1 (ms)

DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES.
When drilling holes in the hull 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 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.

Precautions

Be sure to disconnect the cable from the () battery post before installing your CDA-9886M. This will reduce any chance of damage to the unit in case of a short-circuit. Be sure to connect the color coded leads according to the diagram. Incorrect connections may cause the unit to malfunction or damage to the boats electrical system. When making connections to the boats electrical system, be aware of the factory installed components (e.g. on-board computer). Do not tap into these leads to provide power for this unit. When connecting the CDA-9886M to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDA-9886M has the appropriate amperage. Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit and/or the boat. When in doubt, consult your Alpine dealer. The CDA-9886M uses female RCA-type jacks for connection to other units (e.g. amplifier) having RCA connectors. You may need an adaptor to connect other units. If so, please contact your authorized Alpine dealer for assistance. Be sure to connect the speaker () leads to the speaker () terminal. Never connect left and right channel speaker cables to each other or to the boat body.
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER BOAT OPERATION, SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR THROTTLE CONTROLS.
Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc. and results in serious accident.
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, throttle controls, etc. can be extremely hazardous.

Remote Turn-On Lead (Blue/White)
Connect this lead to the remote turn-on lead of your amplifier or signal processor. When an IMPRINT audio processor PXA-H100 (sold separately) is connected, use the Remote Turn-on Lead of PXA-H100 to connect to your amplifier or signal processor. For details, refer to the Owners Manual of PXA-H100.
Steering Remote Control Interface Connector
To Marine Remote Commander (sold separately). For details about connections, consult your nearest Alpine dealer.
Rear Output/Input RCA Connectors
It can be used as Rear Output or Input RCA Connectors. RED is right and WHITE is left.
Illumination Lead (Orange)
This lead may be connected to the boats lighting system. This will allow the backlighting of the CDA-9886M to dim whenever the boats lights are turned on.
Front Output/Input RCA Connectors
It can be used as Front Output or Input RCA Connectors. RED is right and WHITE is left.
Switched Power Lead (Ignition) (Red)
Connect this lead to an open terminal on the boats fuse box or another unused power source which provides (+)12V only when the ignition is turned on or in the accessory position.

Subwoofer RCA Connectors

RED is right and WHITE is left.
Ai-NET Cable (Included with CD Changer) RCA Extension Cable (sold separately) iPod Direct Connector
Control iPod signals. Connect this to an iPod or to an optional Bluetooth Box. To use a hands-free mobile phone, an optional Bluetooth Box connection is required. For details on connection, refer to the Owners Manual of the Bluetooth Box. You can also connect this to an external device (such as a portable player) by using iPod Direct/RCA Interface cable (sold separately). * Refer to Setting the AUX+ Setup Mode (page 20).
AUX+ ON : AUX+ OFF : When the external device is connected. When an iPod is connected.

Battery Lead (Yellow)

Connect this lead to the positive (+) post of the boats battery.

Ground Lead (Black)

Connect this lead to a wire connected directly to the boats negative battery terminal.
Power Supply Connector Right Front (+) Speaker Output Lead (Gray) Right Front () Speaker Output Lead (Gray/Black) Right Rear () Speaker Output Lead (Violet/Black) Right Rear (+) Speaker Output Lead (Violet) Left Rear (+) Speaker Output Lead (Green) Left Rear () Speaker Output Lead (Green/Black) Left Front () Speaker Output Lead (White/Black) Left Front (+) Speaker Output Lead (White) Fuse Holder (10A)
FULL SPEED Connection Cable (KCE-422i) (supplied) Marine Remote Commander Connector
This connector is used to connect the Marine Remote Commander (sold separately). For details about connections, consult your nearest Alpine dealer.

System Switch

When connecting a processor or divider using Ai-NET, place the three switches in the EXT AP position. When no device is connected, leave the switches in the NORM position. Do not make the three switches to different settings. Be sure to turn the power off to the unit before changing the switch position.