USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

Damaged Disc

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

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.
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.

Installation Location

Make sure the CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/CDA7873 will not be installed in a location subjected to: Direct sun and heat High humidity and water Excessive dust Excessive vibrations

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

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. Your player will automatically eject any disc that is inserted incorrectly. If the player continues to eject a correctly inserted disc, 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.

INCORRECT

New Discs
As a protective measure to prevent the CD from jamming, the CD player will automatically eject discs with irregular surfaces or inserted incorrectly. When a new disc is inserted into the player and ejected after initial loading, using your finger, feel around the inside of the centre 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 Bumps Outside (Bumps) Center Hole New Disc

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 centre of the disc to the outer edge. If the surface is heavily soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a solution of mild neutral detergent before cleaning the disc.

Disc Accessories

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.

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.

Transparent Sheet

Disc Stabilizer

POWER RESET MUTE

MODE/BBE/ Audio Control

ANGLE 8 9

Detaching the Front Panel
Press and hold the POWER button for more than 3 seconds to turn off the power. Press the (Release) button at upper left side until the front panel pops out. Grasp the left side of the front panel and pull it out.
Controllable with Remote Control (CDA-7873 only) This unit can be controlled with an optional Alpine remote control. For details, consult your Alpine dealer. Point the optional remote control transmitter at the remote control sensor.

Remote control sensor

NOTES The front panel may become hot in normal usage (especially the connector terminals on the back of the front panel.) This is not a malfunction. To protect the front panel, place it in the supplied carrying case.

Initial System Start-Up

Immediately after installing or applying power to the unit, it should be initialized. Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or any other pointed object.
Attaching the Front Panel
First, insert the right side of the front panel into the main unit. Align the groove on the front panel with the projections on the main unit. Push the left side of the front panel until it locks firmly into the main unit.

Turning Power On and Off

Press the POWER button to turn on the unit.
NOTE The unit can be turned on by pressing any other button except the eject c and CLK/TITLE button.
The volume level gradually increases to the previous level you were listening to before the unit was turned off. Press and hold the POWER button for at least 3 seconds to turn off the unit.

NOTE The first time power is turned on, the volume will start from level 12 and the unit will be in the tuner mode with BBE on.
NOTE Before attaching the front panel, make sure that there is no dirt or dust on the connector terminals and no foreign object between the front panel and the main unit.

Display Angle Adjustment

Movable display

Selecting BBE Mode

The BBE (Barcus Berry Electronics) processor installed in this unit is designed to correct the phase distortion inherent in most loudspeaker designs. Ensuring the phase integrity of the signal driving the speakers improves the accurate reproduction of the sound.
The movable display may be adjusted to 3 different angles depending upon user preference.
Press the ANGLE 89 button to adjust the angle of the movable display.
NOTES The display will close a half minute after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. The adjusted angle of the display is stored in memory. There is no need to re-adjust the angle when the power is turned back on. CAUTION Keep hands (or any other object) away from the display while it is opening or closing to avoid damage or injury. The back of the movable display will get very warm under normal operating conditions. This is not a malfunction. Do not touch.
Press and hold the BBE button for at least 2 seconds to turn on the BBE mode. Each press toggles between the BBE on and off modes. In BBE mode, press the BBE knob to select the BBE adjusting mode. Each press changes the adjusting mode. To change to a desired BBE level, rotate the MODE (Audio Control) knob. The BBE level can be changed from +1 to +3.

Audio Mute Function

Activating this function will instantly lower the volume level by 20 dB.
Adjusting Volume/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)
Press the MODE button repeatedly to choose the desired mode. Each press changes the modes as follows: BALANCE FADER VOLUME
NOTES If the MODE button is not pressed within 5 seconds after selecting the BALANCE or FADER mode, the unit automatically returns to the VOLUME mode. When the subwoofer mode is ON, its level may also be adjusted. When the BBE mode is ON, its level may also be adjusted.
Press the MUTE button to activate the MUTE mode. The audio level will decrease by about 20 dB. Pressing the MUTE button again will bring the audio back to its previous level.

Displaying Time

Press the CLK (clock) button repeatedly until the time is displayed. Each press changes the modes as follows:

Radio mode

Radio frequency Clock priority TITLE mode
Rotate the Audio Control knob until the desired sound is obtained in each mode.

NOTE Depending on the connected devices, some functions and display indications do not work.

CD Player/Changer modes

DISC TEXT Playing time Clock priority mode mode mode TRACK TITLE mode TEXT mode
NOTE Selecting any tuner or CD function while in the clock priority mode will interrupt the time display momentarily. The function selected will be displayed for about 5 seconds before the time returns to the display.

TUNE MODE/Audio Control

Setting Time

Dimmer Control

Set the DIMMER control to AUTO to decrease the illumination brightness of the unit with the head lights of the vehicle ON. This mode is useful if you feel the unit's backlighting is too bright at night.
In the Clock priority mode, press and hold the CLK (clock) button for at least 3 seconds while the time is displayed. The time indication will blink. Rotate the MODE (Audio Control) knob to adjust the hours while the time indication is blinking. When the hours has been adjusted, press the MODE (Audio Control) knob. Rotate the MODE (Audio Control) knob to adjust the minutes while the time indication is blinking. The time is automatically set 5 seconds after the minute adjustment. The time can also be manually set by pressing the MODE (Audio Control) knob.
Press and hold the SETUP button for at least 3 seconds. Press the f UP button repeatedly to select DIM(DIMMER). Each press of the f UP button scrolls the modes as shown: NORMAL/HI-FI AMBER* DIM SUB DEMO AUX SCR MUTE BEEP CDA-7876 Only
NOTE If you press the g DN button the display scrolls in reverse sequence.

Changing Lighting Color

CDA-7876 only
Press and hold the SETUP button for at least 3 seconds. Press the f UP button repeatedly to select AMBER. Each press of the f UP button changes the modes as shown: NOTE
If you press the g DN button the display scrolls in reverse sequence.
Press the TUNE button to select the Dimmer mode. Each press toggles between DIM AUTO and DIM MANU. Press the SETUP button to activate the normal mode.

Subwoofer On and Off

Press and hold the SETUP button for at least 3 seconds. Press the f UP button repeatedly to select SUB (Subwoofer). Each press of the f UP button changes the modes as shown: NORMAL/HI-FI AMBER* DIM SUB DEMO AUX SCR MUTE BEEP CDA-7876 Only
NORMAL/HI-FI AMBER* DIM SUB DEMO AUX SCR MUTE BEEP CDA-7876 Only Press the TUNE button to toggle the mode between AMBER ON (amber) and AMBER OFF (green). Press the SETUP button to set the selected mode.

NOTE If no buttons are pressed within 5 seconds, the setup menu returns to the normal audio display.
Press and hold the SETUP button for at least 3 seconds. Press the f UP button repeatedly to select "NORMAL or HI-FI." Each press of the f UP button changes the modes as shown: NORMAL/HI-FI AMBER* DIM SUB DEMO AUX SCR MUTE BEEP CDA-7876 Only

Defeat

By setting Defeat ON, all previously adjusted settings will return to the factory defaults.
Press the TUNE button to switch the TUNER mode. HI-FI NORMAL NORMAL: Standard setting HI-FI: Sound quality priority setting
NOTES The initial setting at the factory is "NORMAL." If you find the sound is very noisy while listening to the tuner in the HI-FI mode, we recommend you change to the NORMAL mode.
Press the DEFEAT button for more than 3 seconds to turn Defeat on. To cancel Defeat, press the DEFEAT button again for more than 3 seconds.
When the setting is completed, press the SETUP button to return to the normal mode.

Blackout Mode On and Off

CDA-7977 only
When the Blackout mode is turned on, the display will turn off to reduce power consumption. This additional power enhances the sound quality.
Changing the Audio Level Display Pattern

CDA-7875/CDA-7873 only

You can select the Audio Level Display from three display patterns. You can also deactivate the display.
Press and hold the B.OUT button for at least 3 seconds to start the blackout mode. By doing so the display will turn off.
NOTE If any button on the unit is pressed during the blackout mode, the function will be displayed for 5 seconds to show the operation before returning to Blackout mode.
Press DISP button to switch the display pattern. Pattern1 Pattern2 Pattern3 OFF
To cancel the blackout mode, press and hold the B.OUT button for at least 3 seconds.
Switching the Display Modes

CDA-7977/CDA-7876 only

You can select the display pattern mode from three display patterns. You can also deactivate the display.
Press the DISP (DISPLAY) button to select the desired Display pattern mode. Each press changes the display patterns. Pattern1 Pattern2 Pattern3 Display OFF

:/J T.S.M. Audio Control

When the unit is in radio or CD Changer mode, press and hold the T.S.M. button for at least 2 seconds. The title blinks in the display. Press the g DN or f UP button to select the desired disc title from the CD changer, or the desired station title. Press the T.S.M. button to play the selected disc or station. The unit will automatically search for the disc or station and begin play.
NOTE This function cannot be performed when using a multichanger switching device.
Erasing Disc Title/Station Title
Press the TITLE button to select the titling mode. Then, press and hold for at least 3 seconds. Press and hold the -/J button for at least 2 seconds to activate the title scanning mode. The title in the display will blink. Press the g DN or f UP button repeatedly until the title you want to erase is displayed. Press and hold the -/J button for at least 2 seconds to erase the title displayed. Press and hold the TITLE button for at least 3 seconds to cancel the title erasing mode.
NOTE You cannot erase CD-TEXT.
Press and hold the TITLE button for at least 3 seconds to record the title.
NOTES You can enter 24 radio station titles and 18 CD titles on this unit. If you try to store beyond the limit, the display will show FULL DATA. At this point, no more titles can be stored. The CD Changer title length or memory capacity varies depending upon the model being used. To input a new title, one of the previously inputted titles must first be deleted. When you want to erase a title, enter the symbol into all spaces. The operations described in steps 3 to 5 must be made within 10 seconds. The input mode will be cancelled if no action is taken for over 10 seconds. Removing power from the unit may delete these titles. Use caution when manipulating the power cord.
SOURCE TUNE/A.ME BAND Preset buttons (1 throgh 6)

Manual Tuning

Automatic Seek Tuning
Press the SOURCE button until a radio frequency appears in the display. Press the BAND button repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. Each press changes the band: FM1 FM2 AM

SOURCE -/J

M.I.X.

REPEAT

Opening and Closing the Movable display

Playback

Press the c button. The movable display will open.
Insert a disc with the label side facing up.
To close the movable display, press the c button again. The movable display will close.
NOTES Do not apply shock to the movable display when it is open as it may result in malfunction of the unit. The display may be dim during low temperatures and immediately after turning on the power. The brightness will return to normal as time elapses. The display will stop at the set angle when closing. CAUTION Keep hands (or any other object) away from the display while it is opening or closing to avoid damage or injury. The back of the movable display will get very warm under normal operating conditions. This is not a malfunction. Do not touch.
Insert a disc with the label side facing up. The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically. The movable display will close and playback will begin. When a disc is already inserted, press the SOURCE button to switch to the CD mode. The mode will change every time the button is pressed. TUNER CD CD CHANGER ( Only when the CD changer is connected)
To pause playback, press the -/J button. Pressing the -/J button again will resume playback. To eject the disc, press the c button.
NOTES If the CD does not eject, press c button again for more than 3 seconds with the movable display open. Only compact discs containing the mark shown can be used.
We cannot fully guarantee the playback of CD-R (CDRecordable). You cannot playback CD-RW (CDReWritable) on this unit.

Music Sensor (Skip)

M.I.X. (Random Play)
Momentarily press the g DN button once during CD play to return to the beginning of the current track. If you wish to access the beginning of a track further back, repeatedly press until you reach the desired track. Press the f UP button once to advance to the beginning of the next track. If you wish to access the beginning of a track further ahead, press repeatedly until the desired track is reached.
NOTE The music sensor feature is functional in the play or pause mode.
Press the M.I.X. button in the play or pause mode. The tracks on the disc will be played back in a random sequence. After all the tracks on the disc have been played back once, the player will begin a new random sequence play until the M.I.X. mode is cancelled. To cancel M.I.X. play, press the M.I.X. button again to turn off the M.I.X.

NOTES If a CD Changer equipped with the ALL M.I.X. function is connected, ALL M.I.X. will also be selectable. In this mode, the tracks on all the CDs in the current magazine will be included in the random playback sequence. M.I.X. ALL M.I.X. (off)
In case a 6-disc CD changer is connected: In CD changer mode, press the F button to illuminate indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds. the In case a 12-disc CD changer is connected: In CD changer mode, press the F button twice to indicator and go to step 1 within illuminate the 5 seconds.
Fast Forward and Backward
Press and hold the g DN or f UP button to quickly move backward or forward until you reach the desired section of the track.

Repeat Play

Press the REPEAT button to play back repeatedly the track being played. The track will be played repeatedly. Press the REPEAT button again and select OFF to deactivate the repeat play.
NOTES If a CD Changer is connected and the RPT ALL mode is selected, the unit repeatedly plays back all tracks on the disc selected. RPT RPT ALL (off)
In case a 6-disc CD changer is connected: In CD changer mode, press the F button to illuminate indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds. the In case a 12-disc CD changer is connected: In changer mode, press the F button twice to indicator and go to step 1 within illuminate the 5 seconds.

Scanning Programs

Press the SCAN button to activate the Scan mode. The first 10 seconds of each track will be played back in succession. To stop scanning, press the SCAN button and deactivate the Scan mode.
NOTES In case a 6-disc CD changer is connected: In CD changer mode, press the F button to illuminate indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds. the In case a 12-disc CD changer is connected: In CD changer mode, press the F button twice to indicator and go to step 1 within illuminate the 5 seconds.
SOURCE BAND Select buttons (1 through 6)
Controlling CD Changer (Optional)
An optional 6-disc or 12-disc CD Changer may be connected to the CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA7875/CDA-7873 if it is Ai-NET compatible. With a CD Changer connected to the Ai-NET input of the CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/CDA-7873, the CD Changer will be controllable from the CDA7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/CDA-7873. Using the KCA-400C (Multi-Changer Switching device) or the KCA-410C (Versatile Link Terminal) multiple changers can be controlled by the CDA7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/CDA-7873. See the Multi-Changer Selection section on page 19 for selecting the CD Changers.
NOTES The controls on the CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/ CDA-7873 for CD Changer operation are operative only when a CD Changer is connected. The Changer indicator illuminates in the CD Changer mode. The DVD changer (optional) is controllable from the CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/CDA-7873 as well as the CD changer.
Press the Disc Select buttons (1 through 6) corresponding to one of the discs loaded in the CD Changer. The selected disc number appears in the display and CD playback starts.

8 g DN Button Radio mode: SEEK (DN) Button CD mode: Press the button to go back to the beginning of the current track. 9 f UP Button Radio mode: SEEK (UP) Button CD mode: Press the button to advance to the beginning of the next track. ! 9 Button Radio mode: Pressing the button will select, in descending order, stations programmed into the radio's presets as shown below. 6 5. 1 CD Changer mode: DISC Select (DN) Button Press the button to select a disc in descending order. " Mute Button Press the button to lower the volume by 20 dB instantly. Press the button again to cancel. # Audio Processor Button Press the button to call the external audio processor mode. For the operation of external audio processor, refer to the
Owner's Manual of the external audio processor you purchased. This button is used in conjunction with an optional AiNET processor.
1 Power Button Press the button to turn the power on/off. 2 Source Button Press to select the audio source. 3 -/J Button Press the button to switch between the Play and Pause modes for CD. 4 ANGLE 89 Buttons Press the button to adjust the angle of the movable display. 5 Band/Program Button Radio mode: BAND Button Press the button and the band will change as shown below. FM1 FM2 XM1 XM2 AM 6 Volume Adjustment Buttons To increase the volume level: Press the L button To decrease the volume level: Press the K button Button Radio mode: Pressing the button will select, in ascending order, stations programmed into the radio's presets as shown below. 1 2. 6 CD Changer mode: DISC Select (UP) Button Press the button to select a disc in ascending order.

Battery Replacement

Applicable battery: Use two AAA sized dry batteries or equivalent.
Opening the battery cover Slide out the battery cover while firmly pressing the direction of arrow.
Replacing the battery Put the batteries in the case observing the polarities as illustrated.
Closing the cover Push the cover as illustrated until a click is heard.

In Case of Difficulty

If you encounter a problem, please review the items in the following checklist. This guide will help you isolate the problem if the unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the rest of your system is properly connected or consult your authorized Alpine dealer.

CD Player/Changer not functioning. Out of operating temperature range +50C (+120F) for CD. - Allow the vehicle's interior (or trunk) temperature to cool. CD playback sound is wavering. Moisture condensation in the CD Module. - Allow enough time for the condensation to evaporate (about 1 hour). CD insertion not possible. A CD is already in the CD player. - Eject the CD and remove it. The CD is being improperly inserted. - Make sure the CD is being inserted following instructions in the CD Player Operation section. Unable to fast forward or backward the CD. The CD has been damaged. - Eject the CD and discard it; using a damaged CD in your unit can cause damage to the mechanism. CD playback sound skips due to vibration. Improper mounting of the unit. - Securely re-mount the unit. Disc is very dirty. - Clean the disc. Disc has scratches. - Change the disc. The pick-up lens is dirty. - Do not use a commercial available lens cleaner disc. Consult your nearest ALPINE dealer. CD playback sound skips without vibration. Dirty or scratched disc. - Clean the disc; damaged disc should be replaced. Error displays (built-in CD player only) Mechanical error - Press the c button. After the error indication disappears, insert the disc again. If the abovementioned solution does not solve the problem, consult your nearest ALPINE dealer.
No function or display. Vehicle's ignition is off. - If connected following instructions, the unit will not operate with the vehicle's ignition off. Improper power lead connections. - Check power lead connections. Blown fuse. - Check the fuse on the battery lead of the unit; replace with the proper value if necessary. Internal micro-computer malfunctioned due to interference noise etc. - Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or other pointed article.
Unable to receive stations. No antenna or open connection in cable. - Make sure the antenna is properly connected; replace the antenna or cable if necessary. Unable to tune stations in the seek mode. You are in a weak signal area. - Make sure the tuner is in the DX mode. If the area you are in is a primary signal area, the antenna may not be grounded and connected properly. - Check your antenna connections; make sure the antenna is properly grounded at its mounting location. The antenna may not be the proper length. - Make sure the antenna is fully extended; if broken, replace the antenna with a new one. Broadcast is noisy. The antenna is not the proper length. - Extend the antenna fully; replace it if it is broken. The antenna is poorly grounded. - Make sure the antenna is grounded properly at its mounting location.
Indication for CD Player HI TEMP
Protective circuit is activated due to high temperature. - The indicator will disappear when the temperature returns to within operation range.

UPDATING

AM TUNER SECTION Radio is being updated with latest encryption code. - Wait until encryption code is being updated. Channels 0 and 1 should function normally.
Tuning Range Sensitivity (IEC Standard) 530 1,710 kHz 22.5 V/27 dB

CD PLAYER SECTION

NO SIGNL
XM signal is too weak at the current location. - Wait until the car reaches a location with a stronger signal.
Frequency Response Wow & Flutter (% WRMS) Total Harmonic Distortion Dynamic Range Signal-to-Noise Ratio Channel Separation
5 20,000 Hz (1 dB) Below measurable limits 0.008% (at 1 kHz) 95 dB (at 1 kHz) 105 dB 85 dB (at 1 kHz)

LOADING

Radio is acquiring audio or program information. - Wait until the radio has received the information.
REMOTE CONTROL (CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA7875 only)
Battery Type Width Height Depth Weight AAA batteries (2 pcs.) 42 mm (1-21/32") 121 mm (4-25/32") 23 mm (29/32") 50 g (1.8 oz)

OFF AIR

The channel currently selected has stopped broadcasting. - Select another channel.

GENERAL

Power Requirement 14.4 V DC (1116 V allowable) Maximum Power Output 60 W 4 (CDA-7876/CDA7875/CDA-7873 only) Maximum Pre-Output Voltage 5 V/10 k ohms (CDA-7977 only) 2V/10k ohms (CDA-7876/ CDA-7875/CDA-7873 only) Maximum Subwoofer Output Voltage 4 V/10 k ohms (CDA-7876/ CDA-7875/CDA-7873 only) 2V/10k ohms (CDA-7876/ CDA-7875/CDA-7873 only) Weight 1.5 kg (3 lbs. 5 oz)
The user has selected a Channel Number that does not exist or is not subscribed to. - The unit will revert back to the previously selected channel. There is no artist name/feature, song/program title, or additional information associated with the channel at that time. - No action needed.

CHASSIS SIZE

Width Height Depth 178 mm (7") 50 mm (2") 155 mm (6-1/8")

NOSEPIECE SIZE

Width Height Depth 170 mm (6-11/16") 46 mm (1-13/16") 24 mm (15/16")
Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and pages 2 and 3 of this manual thoroughly for proper use.

Caution

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.

Warning

DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING 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.
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION, SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR GEARSHIFT.
Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc. and results in serious accident.

IMPORTANT

Please record the serial number of your unit in the space provided below and keep it as a permanent record. The serial number plate is located on the bottom of the unit. SERIAL NUMBER: INSTALLATION DATE: INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN: PLACE OF PURCHASE:

Installation

Metal plate

Detachable Front panel

Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier or equalizer to the corresponding output lead coming from the left rear of the CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA7875/CDA-7873. Connect all other leads of the CDA7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/CDA-7873 according to details described in the CONNECTlONS section.
Caution When you install this unit in your car, do not remove the Detachable Front Panel. If the Detachable Front Panel is removed during installation, you might press too hard and warp the metal plate that holds it in place.

Lock Pin

Mounting Sleeve (Included) Dashboard
Slide the CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/CDA7873 into the dashboard. When the unit is in place, make sure the locking pins are fully seated in the down position. This can be done by pressing firmly in on the unit while pushing the locking pin down with a small screwdriver. This ensures that the unit is properly locked and will not accidentally come out from the dashboard. Install the Detachable Front Panel. Removal
CDA-7977/CDA-7876/CDA-7875/CDA-7873
Slide the mounting sleeve into the dashboard.

Press the POWER button to turn on the unit.
NOTE The unit can be turned on by pressing any other button except the eject c button.
Press the ANGLE 89 button to adjust the angle of the movable display.
NOTES The display will close a half minute after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. The adjusted angle of the display is stored in memory. There is no need to re-adjust the angle when the power is turned back on. CAUTION Keep hands (or any other object) away from the display while it is opening or closing to avoid damage or injury. The back of the movable display will get very warm under normal operating conditions. This is not a malfunction. Do not touch.
The volume level gradually increases to the previous level you were listening to before the unit was turned off. Press and hold the POWER button for at least 3 seconds to turn off the unit.
NOTE The very first time the power is turned on, the volume will start from level 12, the BBE will be on in the tuner mode.
Adjusting Volume/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear) Adjusting Source Signal Level
If the difference in volume level between the CD player and FM radio is too great, adjust the FM signal level as follows.
Press the MODE (Audio Control) knob repeatedly to choose the desired mode. Each press changes the modes as follows: BAL FAD VOL
Press and hold the SETUP button for at least 3 seconds. Press the f UP button repeatedly to select "FM-LV." Each press of the f UP button scrolls the modes as follows: FM-LV REG PTY31 HI-FI/NORMAL/STABLE AMBER DEMO AUX SCR MUTE BEEP SUB DIM

CDA-7873R/TDA-7587R Only

NOTES If the MODE (Audio Control) knob is not rotated within 5 seconds after selecting the BALANCE, or FADER mode, the unit automatically returns to the VOLUME mode. When the subwoofer or BBE mode is ON, their respective levels may be adjusted.
Rotate the MODE (Audio Control) knob until the desired sound is obtained in each mode.
NOTE When the temperature inside the unit rises, the volume may decrease momentarily. This is not a malfunction.
NOTE When you press the g DN button, the display scrolls in the reverse sequence.
Press the TUNE button to select the FM signal level mode. Each press toggles between "FM-LV HI" (High) and "FM-LV LO" (Low). Press the SETUP button to activate the normal mode.

Changing the Audio Level Display Pattern CDA-7873R/TDA-7587R only
You can select the disired display pattern mode from three Audio Level Display Patterns. You can also deactivate the display.
Press DISP button to switch the display pattern. Pattern 1 Pattern 2 Pattern 3 Display OFF

SOURCE TUNE BAND

Preset buttons (1 through 6)

Switching the Tuner Mode

The CDA-7876RB/CDA-7873R/TDA-7588RB/ TDA-7587R incorporates the MAX TUNE Pro for the highest quality tuner audio. Moreover, you can choose between two settings to suit your own personal sound preferences usage.

Manual Tuning

Press the SOURCE button until a radio frequency appears in the display. Press the BAND button repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. Each press changes the band: FM1 FM2 FM3 MW LW
Press and hold the SETUP button for at least 3 seconds. Press the g DN or f UP button to select the "HI-FI or NORMAL or STABLE." Each press of the f UP button changes the modes as shown: FM-LV REG PTY31 HI-FI/NORMAL/STABLE AMBER DEMO AUX SCR MUTE BEEP SUB DIM
Press the TUNE button repeatedly until "DX SEEK" and "SEEK" disappear from the display.
NOTE The initial mode is DX SEEK.
Press the g DN or f UP button to move downward or upward one step respectively until the desired station frequency is displayed.
NOTE The ST indicator appears on the display when a Stereo FM station is tuned in.
Press the TUNE button to switch the TUNER mode. HI-FI NORMAL STABLE
NORMAL: Standard setting HI-FI: Sound quality priority setting STABLE: Noiseless priority setting
NOTES The initial setting at the factory is "NORMAL." If you find the sound is very noisy while listening to the tuner in the HI-FI mode, we recommend you change to the NORMAL mode.
When the setting is completed, press the SETUP button to return to the normal mode.
Automatic Seek Tuning Manual Storing of Station Presets
Select the radio band and tune in a desired radio station you wish to store in the preset memory. Press and hold any one of the Preset buttons (1 through 6) for at least 2 seconds until the station frequency on the display blinks. Press the Preset button into which you wish to store the station while the frequency display is blinking (within 5 seconds). The display stops blinking once the station has been memorized. The display shows the band, preset No. with a triangle (9) and station frequency memorized. Repeat the procedure to store up to 5 other stations onto the same band. To use this procedure for other bands, simply select the band desired and repeat the procedure. A total of 30 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations for each band; FM1, FM2, FM3, MW and LW).

NOTE 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 the TUNE button to illuminate the DX and SEEK indicators in the display. With the DX (Distance) mode activated, both strong and weak stations will be tuned in the Auto-Seek operation. Press again to return to the local mode. The DX indicator will turn off and the SEEK indicator will remain illuminated. Now, only strong stations will be tuned. Press the g DN or f UP button to automatically seek for a station downward or upward respectively. The unit will stop at the next station it finds. Press the same button again to seek the next station.

SOURCE A.ME BAND

Automatic Memory of Station Presets Tuning to Preset Stations
Press the SOURCE button to select the radio mode. Press the BAND button repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. Press and hold the A. ME button 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 buttons Preset 1 to 6 in order of signal strength. When the automatic memory has been completed, the tuner goes to the station stored in the preset location No. 1.
NOTE If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station you were listening to before the auto memory procedure began.
Press the SOURCE button to select the radio mode. Press the BAND button repeatedly until the desired band is displayed. Press the station Preset button that has your desired radio station in memory. The display shows the band, preset number with a triangle and frequency of the station selected.

SOURCE

Setting RDS Reception Mode and Receiving RDS Stations
The RDS (Radio Data System) is a radio information system using the 57 kHz subcarrier of regular FM broadcast. The RDS allows you to receive a variety of information such as traffic information, station names, and to automatically re-tune to a stronger transmitter that is broadcasting the same programme.
Tips The RDS digital data includes the followings: PI Programme Identification PS Programme Service Name AF List of Alternative Frequencies TP Traffic Programme TA Traffic Announcement PTY Programme Type EON Enhanced Other Networks R.TEXT Radio Text Information

NOTES If the traffic information broadcast signal falls below a certain level, the unit remains in the receiving mode for 1 minute. If the signal remains below a certain level for over 1 minute, the "T.INFO" indicator blinks. If you do not want to listen to the traffic information being received, lightly press the T.INFO button to skip that traffic information message. The T.INFO mode will remain in the ON position to receive the next traffic information message. If the volume level is changed while receiving traffic information, the changed volume level will be memorized. When traffic information is received next time, the volume level will be automatically adjusted to the level memorized. In the T.INFO mode, the SEEK tuning selects only the TP stations.
Press the PTY button to activate the PTY mode. The Programme Type of the station being currently received will be displayed for 5 seconds. If there is no receivable PTY broadcast, "NO PTY" will be displayed for 5 seconds. If no RDS station can be received, the display shows "NO PTY."
NOTE If no button is pressed within 5 seconds after pressing the PTY button, the PTY mode will be automatically cancelled.
Press the g DN and f UP buttons within 5 seconds after activating the PTY mode to choose the desired programme type while the PTY (programme type) is being displayed. Each press scrolls the programme type by one. LIGHT M CLASSICS OTHER M
Press the PTY button within 5 seconds after selecting the programme type to start searching for a station in the selected programme type. The chosen programme type indicator blinks during searching and lights when a station is found. If no station is found, "NO PTY" will be displayed for 5 seconds.
Press the "F" button to activate the normal mode. indicator will turn off. The
NOTE Operate the unit while the indicator is illuminated. If no buttons are pressed within 5 seconds, the indicator will turn off.

TUNE T.INFO

R.TEXT
Receiving Traffic Information While Playing CD or Radio Priority PTY (Programme Type)
This function allows presetting of a programme type such as music category, news, etc. You can listen to a programme in the preset programme type as the unit automatically gives priority to the preset programme type when it begins broadcasting, and interrupts the programme you are currently listening. This feature is functional when your unit is set to a mode other than the LW and MW.
Press the T.INFO button repeatedly until the T.INFO indicator appears in the display. Press the g DN and f UP buttons to select a traffic information station if necessary. When a traffic information broadcast starts, the unit automatically mutes the CD player or the regular FM broadcast. When the traffic information broadcast finishes, the unit automatically returns to the original source play before the traffic information broadcast began. When traffic information stations cannot be received: In the tuner mode: When the TP signal can no longer be received for over 1 minute, the "T.INFO" indicator blinks. In the CD mode: When the TP signal can no longer be received, the traffic information station of another frequency will be selected automatically.

NOTE The receiver is equipped with the EON (Enhanced Other Networks) function in order to keep track of additional alternative frequencies to the AF list. The EON indicator appears while an RDS EON station is being received. If the station being received does not broadcast the traffic information, the receiver automatically tunes in the related station that broadcasts the traffic information when it occurs.
Press the P. PTY button to activate the PRIORITY PTY mode. "PRIO-PTY" is displayed for 2 seconds and then the programme type for 3 seconds. The initial setting is "NEWS."
NOTE If no button is pressed within 5 seconds after pressing the P. PTY button, the PRIORITY PTY mode is automatically cancelled.
Press the g DN or f UP button within 5 seconds while "NEWS" is being displayed to choose a desired programme type. Then press P. PTY button. The PRIORITY PTY function will activate.
Press the T.INFO button to deactivate the Traffic Information mode. The T.INFO indicator disappears.
Press the P. PTY button to activate the PRIORITY PTY mode again. To change the programme category, perform the step 3. To disable the PRIORITY PTY function, press the P. PTY button.
NOTE In the PRIORITY PTY function, unlike in the T.INFO function, the volume does not increase during operation.

Displaying Radio Text

Text messages from a radio station can be displayed.
Tune in a radio station that transmits text messages. Press the "F" button. The illuminates. indicator
Press the R.TEXT button to activate the Radio Text mode. The display shows "WAIT" for a few seconds, then starts scrolling the text message. It continues until other operation is performed. To cancel the Radio Text mode, press the R.TEXT button. Press the "F" button to return to the normal indicator disappears operation mode. The from the display.
NOTES If there is no receivable text message or the unit cannot receive a text message properly, the display shows "NO TEXT" for 2 seconds. indicator is Operate the unit while the illuminated. If no buttons are pressed within 5 seconds, the indicator will turn off.

Press and hold the TITLE button for at least 3 seconds to record the title.
NOTES The memory capacity for the disc titles is 18. If you try to store beyond the limit, the display will show "FULL DATA." At this point, no more titles can be stored. To input a new title, one of the previously inputted titles must first be deleted. When you want to erase a title, enter the " " symbol into all spaces. The CD Changer title length or memory capacity varies depending upon the model being used. Removing power from the unit may delete these titles. Use caution when manipulating the power cord.
Press the TUNE button to toggle mode between SCR AUTO and MANU. SCROLL AUTO: the display of CD text is scrolled continuously. SCROLL MANUAL: the display is scrolled only when a disc is loaded or when a track is changed.

Erasing Disc Title

Press the TITLE button to select the disc titling mode. Then, press and hold for at least 3 seconds. Press and hold the -/J button for at least 2 seconds to activate the title scanning mode. The title in the display will blink. Press the g DN or f UP button repeatedly until the disc title you want to erase is displayed. Press and hold the -/J button for at least 2 seconds to erase the disc title displayed. Press and hold the TITLE button for at least 3 seconds to cancel the disc title erasing mode.
NOTE You cannot erase CD-TEXT.
NOTES Initial mode is "SCR MANU." The unit scrolls only CD text names. The disc titles input manually (refer to page 24) cannot be scrolled.

Cassette

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P.S.DN

P.S.UP

B.SKIP

Inserting/Ejecting Cassette
Insert a cassette tape into the slot with the open side facing right.
Press the :/J button to pause the tape playback. The display shows "PAUSE." Press again to resume the tape playback. Press the c button to stop the tape play and eject the cassette. The tape-direction indicator disappears.
Dolby B NR (Noise Reduction)
When the cassette is loaded, the player automatically starts tape playback and indicates "TAPE" in the display.
After inserting a Dolby B NR encoded tape, press the NR B button. The display shows the "B NR" The tape noise is reduced in the Dolby NR mode when a Dolby B NR encoded tape is played. Press the NR B button to cancel the Dolby NR mode.
Press the c button when you want to eject the cassette tape.
NOTES When power is turned off or the front panel is removed, the full-logic mechanism will automatically switch to the PAUSE mode. This protects the tape from being deformed by the pinch-rollers if left for long periods. Auto Metal When a metal cassette tape is inserted, the player automatically adjusts to the equalization for metal or any other high bias tape for optimum sound. The display shows "MTL."

Press the REPEAT button to play back repeatedly the current programme being played. The RPT indicator appears and the programme will be played repeatedly. Press the REPEAT button to stop the repeat play. The RPT indicator disappears.

Blank Skip (B.SKIP)

Normal Play and Pause
Insert a cassette (or press the source button to switch from the tuner or CD Changer mode if a cassette is already inside the tape player). The player begins playback. The display shows or " during tape playback to "TAPE" and " show the tape side being played. When the end of the tape is reached, the unit automatically stops and reverses the tape to play the other side of the tape.
Press the B.SKIP button during tape play to skip over blank portions of the tape lasting 15 seconds or longer, "B.SKIP" appears on the display. Press the B.SKIP button to cancel the blank skip mode. "B.SKIP" disappears from the display.
Fast Forward and Rewind Programme Sensor (P.S.)
Press the g DN or f UP button during tape play to fast rewind or forward the tape respectively. The tape side indicator ( or ) blinks and >> or << moves indicating the direction of the tape. When the end of the tape is reached in the rewind mode, the player stops automatically and begins playing from the beginning of the same side. When the end of the tape is reached in the fast forward mode, the player stops automatically and begins playing from the beginning of the opposite side. Press the f UP button during forwarding to stop fast forwarding and resume tape play. Press the g DN button during rewinding to stop rewinding and resume tape play. The tape side indicator stops blinking.
Press the P.S. DN button once during tape play to return to the beginning of the current selection being played. If you wish to return to a selection further back, press repeatedly until the number of selections you would like to skip is shown in the display. The display will show PS-1 with the first press and will increase by one with each successive press up to PS-9. The tape indicator will blink showing the direction of your search. Press the P.S. UP button once during tape play to advance to the beginning of the next selection. If you wish to advance to a selection further ahead, press repeatedly until the number of selections you would like to skip is shown in the display. The display will show PS+1 with the first press and will increase with each successive press up to PS+9. The tape indicator will blink showing the direction of your search during searching operation.

To Display CD Titles

Titles can be displayed for the CDs with titles entered. (Refer to page 24 to title discs.)
Press the TITLE button in the CD mode. The display will be switched each time the switch is pressed.
NOTES When the memory capacity for the disc titles is used up, the display shows "FULL DATA" to indicate that no more title can be memorized. When you want to erase a title, enter the " " symbol into all spaces.

Multi-Changer Selection

Alpine's Ai-NET system will support up to 6 CD Changers. When operating two or more changers, the KCA-400C (Multi-Changer Switching device) must be used. If you use 1 Switching device, you can connect up to 4 CD Changers. If you use 2 Switching devices, you can connect up to 6 CD Changers. When using KCA-410C (Versatile Link Terminal), you can connect two changers and two external outputs (AUX).
Press the TITLE button to select the disc titling mode. Then press and hold it for at least 3 seconds. Press and hold the :/J button for at least 2 seconds to activate the title erasing mode. The disc title in the display will blink. Press the g DN or f UP button repeatedly until the disc title you want to erase is displayed. Press and hold the :/J button for at least 2 seconds to erase the disc title displayed.
Press the SOURCE button to activate the CD Changer mode. Alternatively, press the SOURCE button on the Remote Control (RUE-4187) to activate the CD Changer mode. Proceed to Step 3 below to select the desired CD Changer.
Press and hold the TITLE button for at least 3 seconds to cancel the disc title erasing mode.
Searching for Titled Discs
If a CD is titled, you can do a search for it. (To title CDs, refer to "Titling Discs" on page 24.)
Press the BAND button or the RUE-4187 to activate the CD Changer Selection mode. The CD Changer Selection mode remains active for 3 seconds after Step 2 is performed. Press the BAND button until the desired CD Changer indicator appears on the display.
NOTE If the selected CD Changer is not connected, the display will show "NO CHGRX."
Press and hold the T.S.M. button for at least 2 seconds. The title blinks in the display. Press the g DN or f UP button to select the desired disc title. Press the T.S.M. button to play the selected disc. The unit will automatically search for the disc and begin play. Press the T.S.M. button for at least 2 seconds to cancel the disc searching mode.

NOTE This function cannot be performed when using a multichanger switching device.
Alternatively press the BAND button on the Remote Control until the desired changer indicator appears on the display.
To operate the selected changer, see "CD Operation" section.
NOTE For further details about the external input (AUX) when using KCA-410C, see Setting the AUX Mode (V-Link)" on page 10.

Remote

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Remote Control Operation

Controls on Remote Control
NOTE Although the remote control is not supplied with the CDA-7873R/TDA-7587R, you can use it, if purchased separately.
8 g DN Button Radio mode: SEEK (DN) Button CD mode: Press the button to go back to the beginning of the current track. 9 f UP Button Radio mode: SEEK (UP) Button CD mode: Press the button to advance to the beginning of the next track. ! 9 Button Radio mode: Pressing the button will select, in descending order, stations programmed into the radio's presets as shown below. 6 5. 1 CD Changer mode: DISC Select (DN) Button Press the button to select a disc in descending order. " Mute Button Press the button to lower the volume by 20 dB instantly. Press the button again to cancel. # Audio Processor Button Press the button to call the external audio processor mode. For the operation of external audio processor, refer to the
Owner's Manual of the external audio processor you purchased. This button is used in conjunction with an optional AiNET processor.
1 Power Button Press the button to turn the power on/off. 2 Source Button Press to select the audio source. 3 -/J Button Press the button to switch between the Play and Pause modes for CD. 4 ANGLE 89 Buttons Press the button to adjust the angle of the movable display. 5 Band/Program Button Radio mode: BAND Button Press the button and the band will change as shown below. FM1 FM2 FM3 MW LW 6 Volume Adjustment Buttons To increase the volume level: Press the L button To decrease the volume level: Press the K button Button Radio mode: Pressing the button will select, in ascending order, stations programmed into the radio's presets as shown below. 1 2. 6 CD Changer mode: DISC Select (UP) Button Press the button to select a disc in ascending order.

Battery Replacement

Applicable battery: Use two AAA sized dry batteries or equivalent.
Opening the battery cover Slide out the battery cover while firmly pressing the direction of arrow.
Replacing the battery Put the batteries in the case observing the polarities as illustrated.
Closing the cover Push the cover as illustrated until a click is heard.

In Case of Difficulty

If you encounter a problem, please review the items in the following checklist. This guide will help you isolate the problem if the unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the rest of your system is properly connected or consult your authorized Alpine dealer.
CD Player/Changer not functioning. Out of operating temperature range +50C (+120F) for CD. - Allow the vehicle's interior (or trunk) temperature to cool. CD playback sound is wavering. Moisture condensation in the CD Module. - Allow enough time for the condensation to evaporate (about 1 hour). CD insertion not possible. A CD is already in the CD player. - Eject the CD and remove it. The CD is being improperly inserted. - Make sure the CD is being inserted following instructions in the CD Player Operation section. Unable to fast forward or backward the CD. The CD has been damaged. - Eject the CD and discard it; using a damaged CD in your unit can cause damage to the mechanism. CD playback sound skips due to vibration. Improper mounting of the unit. - Securely re-mount the unit. Disc is very dirty. - Clean the disc. Disc has scratches. - Change the disc. CD playback sound skips without vibration. Dirty or scratched disc. - Clean the disc; damaged disc should be replaced. Error displays (built-in CD player only) Mechanical error - Press the c button. After the error indication disappears, insert the disc again. If the abovementioned solution does not solve the problem, consult your nearest ALPINE dealer.
No function or display. Vehicle's ignition is off. - If connected following instructions, the unit will not operate with the vehicle's ignition off. Improper power lead connections. - Check power lead connections. Blown fuse. - Check the fuse on the battery lead of the unit; replace with the proper value if necessary. Internal micro-computer malfunctioned due to interference noise etc. - Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or other pointed article.

Unable to receive stations. No antenna or open connection in cable. - Make sure the antenna is properly connected; replace the antenna or cable if necessary. Unable to tune stations in the seek mode. You are in a weak signal area. - Make sure the tuner is in the DX mode. If the area you are in is a primary signal area, the antenna may not be grounded and connected properly. - Check your antenna connections; make sure the antenna is properly grounded at its mounting location. The antenna may not be the proper length. - Make sure the antenna is fully extended; if broken, replace the antenna with a new one. Broadcast is noisy. The antenna is not the proper length. - Extend the antenna fully; replace it if it is broken. The antenna is poorly grounded. - Make sure the antenna is grounded properly at its mounting location.
Cassette (TDA-7588RB/TDA-7587R only)
Tape playback sounds dull. The tape head needs cleaning. - Clean the tape head. Incorrect Dolby NR in use. - Check Dolby NR switch setting.
Indication for CD Player HI TEMP
Protective circuit is activated due to high temperature. - The indicator will disappear when the temperature returns to within operation range.
Indication for CD Changer HI TEMP
No CD is inserted. - Insert a CD. Although a disc is inserted, T-- --- is displayed and the unit does not start to play or eject the disc. - Remove the disc by following these steps: 1) Press the c button. The movable display will open. 2) Press the c button again for at least 3 seconds while the movable display is open.

ERROR - 01

Malfunction in the CD Changer. - Consult your Alpine dealer. Press the magazine eject button and pull out the magazine. Check the indication. Insert the magazine again. If the magazine cannot be pulled out, consult your Alpine dealer. Magazine ejection not possible. - Press the magagine eject button. If the magazine does not eject, consult your Alpine dealer.
Mechanism error. 1) Press the c button and eject the CD. If not ejecting, consult your Alpine dealer. 2) When the error indication remains after ejecting, press the c button again. If the error indication still does not turn off after pressing the c button for a few times, consult your Alpine dealer.
NOTE When the ERROR is displayed: In case that the disc connot be ejected by pressing the c button, press the RESET switch (refer to page 5) and press the c button again. If not ejecting, consult your Alpine dealer.

ERROR - 02

A disc is left inside the CD Changer. - Press the Eject button to activate the eject function. When the CD Changer finishes the eject function, insert an empty CD magazine into the CD Changer to receive the disc left inside the CD Changer.

NO MAGZN

No magazine is loaded into the CD Changer. - Insert a magazine.

NO DISC

No indicated disc. - Choose another disc.

Specifications

FM TUNER SECTION
Tuning Range Mono Usable Sensitivity Alternate Channel Selectivity Signal-to-Noise Ratio Stereo Separation 87.5 108.0 MHz 0.7 V 90 dB 65 dB 35 dB
REMOTE CONTROL (CDA-7876RB/TDA-7588RB only)
Battery Type Battery Quantity Dimensions (W H D) "AAA" sized dry battery mm (1-21/32") 121 mm (4-3/4") 23 mm (15/16") 50 g (1.8 oz)

MW TUNER SECTION

Tuning Range Sensitivity (IEC Standard) 531 1,602 kHz 25.1 V/28 dB

Weight (without battery)

GENERAL
Power Requirement 14.4 V DC (1116 V allowable) 60 W 4

LW TUNER SECTION

Tuning Range Sensitivity (IEC Standard) kHz 31.6 V/30 dB
CD SECTION (CDA-7876RB/CDA-7873R only)
Frequency Response Wow & Flutter (% WRMS) Total Harmonic Distortion Dynamic Range Signal-to-Noise Ratio Channel Separation 5 20,000 Hz (1 dB) Below measurable limits 0.008% (at 1 kHz) 95 dB (at 1 kHz) 105 dB 85 dB (at 1 kHz)
Maximum Power Output Maximum Subwoofer Output Voltage 4 V/10 k ohms Maximum Pre-Output Voltage 2 V/10k ohms (CDA-7873R/TDA-7587R only) 5 V/10k ohms (CDA-7876RB/TDA-7588RB only) Bass 14 dB at 60 Hz Treble 14 dB at 10 kHz Weight 1.5 kg (3 lbs. 5 oz)
CHASSIS SIZE TAPE PLAYER SECTION (TDA-7588RB/TDA-7587R only)
Tape Speed Wow & Flutter Signal-to-Noise Ratio With Dolby B-TYPE NR Without Dolby NR Frequency Response With Alpine Test Tape 1-7/8 ips (4.8 cm/sec) 0.7% 0.06% WRMS 68 dB 60 dB 3020,000 Hz Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Width Height Depth 178 mm (7") 50 mm (2") 155 mm (6-1/8")

NOSEPIECE SIZE

Width Height Depth 170 mm (611/16") 46 mm (1-13/16") 24 mm (15/16")
Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and pages 2 and 4 of this manual thoroughly for proper use.

DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION, SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR GEARSHIFT.
Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc. and results in serious accident.

Warning

MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS.
Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or product damage.

Caution

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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING 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 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.
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.