KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING.
Excessive volume levels that obscure sounds such as emergency vehicle sirens or road warning signals (train crossings, etc.) can be dangerous and may result in an accident. LISTENING AT LOUD VOLUME LEVELS IN A CAR MAY ALSO CAUSE HEARING DAMAGE.

Temperature

Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +60C (+140F) and 10C (+14F) before turning your unit on.
MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING.
Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and cause an accident.

Moisture Condensation

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.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.
Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.
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.

Damaged Disc

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

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.
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 this unit 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. 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.

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. To search for files in the Folder Name Search mode, press / /ENT. Files in the folder may be searched. Press /MUTE to exit Folder Name Search mode in step 3 in order to select File Name Search mode. The root folder is displayed as . When Folder Name Search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play mode will be canceled.

File Name Search mode

Press 1
2 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 /MUTE 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.
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: 32 - 192 kbps 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. 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, NO SUPPORT is displayed. If information contains characters other than ID3 tag information, the audio file may not be played back. The tag information may not be correctly displayed, depending on the contents. Producing MP3/WMA/AAC discs MP3/WMA/AAC files are prepared, then written to a CD-R or CD-RW using CD-R writing software. A disc can hold up to 510 files/folders (including Root Folders), and the maximum number of folders is 255. Playback may not be performed if a disc exceeds the limitations described above. Media supported The media that this device can play back are CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. 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 also 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. 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.

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.

Root folder

Folder

MP3/WMA/AAC File

* The folder No./ folder Name will not be displayed if no file is contained in the folder.

Terminology

Bit rate
This is the sound compression rate specified for encoding. The higher the bit rate, the higher the sound quality, but also the larger the files.

Sampling rate

This value shows how many times per second the data is sampled (recorded). For example, music CDs use a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz, so the sound is sampled (recorded) 44,100 times per second. The higher the sampling rate, the higher the sound quality, but also the larger the volume of data.

Encoding

Converting music CDs, WAVE (AIFF) files, and other sound files into the specified audio compression format.
Song information such as track titles, artist names, album names, etc., written into MP3/WMA/AAC files.
The root folder (or root directory) is found at the top of the file system. The root folder contains all folders and files. It is created automatically for all burned discs.
Rotary encoder (AUDIO/LOUD) SOURCE/ BAND

Setting the Bass Control

You can change the Bass Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.
Press SOUND/SETUP repeatedly to select the BASS mode.

BASS TREBLE HPF BASS

Setting the Bass Center Frequency
2-1 Press BAND to select the desired bass center

/ESC SOUND/SETUP

frequency.
80 Hz 100 Hz 200 Hz 60 Hz 80 Hz
Emphasizes the displayed bass frequency ranges.
Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/ Treble Level/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/ Defeat
Setting the Bass Bandwidth

2-2 Press SOURCE/

bandwidth.
to select the desired bass
Press Rotary encoder (AUDIO) repeatedly to choose the desired mode.
Each press changes the mode as follows:
SUBWOOFER* BASS LEVEL TRE LEVEL BALANCE FADER DEFEAT VOLUME SUBWOOFER Subwoofer : +0 ~ +15 Bass level: 7 ~ +7 Treble level: 7 ~ +7 Balance : L15 ~ R15 Fader : R15 ~ F15 Defeat : ON/OFF Volume : 0 ~ 35
Changes the boosted bass bandwidth to wide or narrow. A wider setting will boost a wide range of frequencies above and below the center frequency. A narrower setting will boost only frequencies near the center frequency.

Setting the Bass Level

2-3* Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired

bass level (7~+7).

You can emphasize or weaken the bass level.
If no operation is performed for 5 seconds after selecting the SUBWOOFER, BASS LEVEL, TRE LEVEL, BALANCE, FADER or DEFEAT mode, the unit automatically returns to normal mode. * When the subwoofer mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be adjusted.
Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder until the desired sound is obtained in each mode.
By setting DEFEAT ON, previously adjusted settings of BASS LEVEL and TRE LEVEL will return to the factory defaults.
If no operation is performed for 15 seconds, the unit will return to normal mode automatically. The bass level settings will be individually memorized for each source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is changed. The bass frequency and bass bandwidth settings adjusted for one source are effective for all other sources (FM, AM, CD, etc.). The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON. *1 The adjustment can also be made by pressing Rotary encoder. Refer to Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/Treble Level/ Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/ Defeat (page 12).
Setting the Treble Control
You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.

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.
Press SOUND/SETUP repeatedly to select the TREBLE mode.
Press and hold Rotary encoder (LOUD) for at least 2 seconds to activate or deactivate the loudness mode.
The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON.
Setting the Treble Center Frequency
2-1 Press BAND to select the desired treble center
10.0 kHz 12.5 kHz 15.0 kHz 17.5 kHz 10.0 kHz
Emphasizes the displayed treble frequency ranges.

Setting the Treble Level

2-2* Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired

treble level (7~+7).

You can emphasize the treble level.
If no operation is performed for 15 seconds, the unit will return to normal mode automatically. The treble level settings will be individually memorized for each source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is changed. The Treble frequency settings adjusted for one source are effective for all other sources (FM, AM, CD, etc.). The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON. *2 The adjustment can also be made by pressing Rotary encoder. Refer to Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/Treble Level/ Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/ Defeat (page 12).
Adjusting the High Pass Filter
The High Pass Filter on this unit can be adjusted to suit your personal taste.

*1 Displayed only when INT MUTE is set to OFF, and the mode is set to other than BT AUDIO. *2 Refer to Setting Time (page 7). 3 Displayed only when BT IN is OFF. * *4 Displayed only when AUX+ SETUP is ON. *5 Displayed only when SUBWOOFER is ON.
Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting.
(e.g. Select SUBW ON or SUBW OFF.)
Press and hold SOUND/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.
Press /MUTE to return to the previous mode. If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to normal mode automatically.
Setting the Bluetooth Connection (BT IN)
BT ADAPTER / BT OFF (Initial setting)
Scroll Setting (TEXT SCR)
SCR AUTO / SCR MANU (Initial setting)
This CD player can scroll the disc and track names recorded on CD-TEXT discs, as well as the text information of MP3/WMA/AAC files, folder names and tags.
SCR AUTO: The CD text information, the text information of folder and file names, and the tags are scrolled automatically. The display is scrolled when a disc is loaded or when a track is changed, etc.
If an optional Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) is connected, you can place a hands-free call by a Bluetooth-equipped mobile phone. Make this setting when the Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) is connected and the Bluetooth function is used. For details, refer to the Owners Manual of the optional Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT). Set ADAPTER when the Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) is connected. The button can be used only when the optional Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) is connected. If the mobile phone compatible with the Voice Dial function is connected, the Voice Dial function can be used.

SCR MANU:

The unit scrolls CD text names, folder names, file names or tag display.

Demonstration

DEMO ON / DEMO OFF (Initial setting)
This unit has a demonstration feature for the display. To quit Demo mode, set to DEMO OFF.

Subwoofer On and Off

SUBW ON (Initial setting) / SUBW OFF
Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data (PLAY MODE)
CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3
When the subwoofer is on, perform the steps below to adjust the subwoofer output level. 1 In the normal mode, press Rotary encoder (AUDIO) repeatedly to select the SUBWOOFER mode.
SUBWOOFER BASS LEVEL TRE LEVEL BALANCE FADER DEFEAT VOLUME SUBWOOFER
2 Adjust the level by turning the Rotary encoder.
This unit can play back CDs containing both CD and MP3/WMA/AAC data (created in Enhanced CD (CD Extra) format). However, in some situations, playback of an enhanced CD may be difficult. In this case, you can select playback of a single session only, containing the CD data. When a disc contains both CD and MP3/WMA/AAC data, playback starts from the CD data portion of the disc.

CD-DA: Only the CD data in Session 1 can be played back. CDDA/MP3: CD data, MP3/WMA/AAC files in mixed mode, and multi-session discs can be played back.
Setting the Subwoofer System
SUBW SYS 1 (Initial setting) / SUBW SYS 2
Select either SYS 1 or SYS 2 for the desired subwoofer effect.
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.
Perform this setting before inserting a disc. If a disc has already been inserted, remove it first.
Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT MUTE)
MUTE ON / MUTE OFF (Initial setting)

Dimmer Control

DIM AUTO (Initial setting) / DIM MANUAL
If a device having the interrupt feature is connected, audio will be automatically muted whenever the interrupt signal is received from the device.
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 units backlighting is too bright at night.
Connecting to an External Amplifier (POWER IC)
POW ON (Initial setting) / POW OFF

Scroll Type Setting

SCR TYPE1 / SCR TYPE2 (Initial setting)
When an external amplifier is connected, sound quality can be improved by stopping the power supply of the built-in amplifier.
POW 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 cannot drive speakers.
Choose from two scrolling methods. Select the type you prefer.
SCR TYPE1: SCR TYPE2: The characters scroll from right to left, a single character at a time. Words are built up from left to right, a single character at a time. When the display is filled, it is cleared and the remaining words are displayed the same way until all words of the title have been shown.

Amplifier

Front left Front right Rear left Rear right

POW ON :

The speakers are driven by the built-in amplifier.

iPhones/iPods usable with this unit
The unit can be used with the fifth generation and above iPod, iPhone 3G, iPhone, iPod classic, iPod touch, the first generation iPod nano, the second generation iPod nano or the third generation iPod nano only. iPod Shuffle cannot be used, however. Touch wheel or scroll wheel type iPods without the dock connector cannot be connected to the unit. The unit can be used with the following iPhones/iPods.
iPhone 3G (version 2.0) iPhone (version 1.1.4) iPod touch (version 1.0.4) iPod classic (version 1.1.1) iPod nano (3rd generation) (version 1.1) iPod nano (2nd generation) (version 1.1.3) iPod with video (version 1.2.3) iPod nano (1st generation) (version 1.3.1)
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 iPod mode.
/ESC to activate the search selection mode.

indicator lights up.

TUNER DISC BT AUDIO*3
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the ARTIST search mode, and then press / /ENT.
PLAYLIST GENRE ARTIST ALBUM SONG COMPOSER AUDIOBOOK PODCAST PLAYLIST
USB AUDIO iPod*1/AUX+*2 AUX*4 TUNER
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Artist, and then press / /ENT. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Album, and then press / /ENT. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Song, and then press / /ENT.
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 2. episode can be changed by pressing 1 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

Repeat One:

A single song is repeatedly played back.
The song is played back repeatedly. (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 iPhone/iPod.
Each press changes the display. When the TEXT SCR is set to SCR MANU, press and hold VIEW for at least 2 seconds, the current text will be scrolled one time. TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME TRACK NO./CLOCK ARTIST NAME* ALBUM NAME* SONG TITLE* TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME * TAG information ARTIST/ALBUM/SONG is displayed if there is no tag information. 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 64 (64 byte). Some characters may not be correctly displayed. NO SUPPORT is displayed if text information is not supported by the unit.

In Case of Difficulty

If you encounter a problem, please turn the power off, then on again. If the unit is still not functioning normally, 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 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. The disc is very dirty. - Clean the disc. The disc has scratches. - Change the disc. The pick-up lens is dirty. - Do not use a commercially available lens cleaner disc. Consult your nearest Alpine dealer. CD playback sound skips without vibration. The disc is dirty or scratched. - Clean the disc; damaged disc should be replaced. Error displays (built-in CD player only). Mechanical error. - Press. After the error indication disappears, insert the disc again. If the above-mentioned solution does not solve the problem, consult your nearest Alpine dealer. CD-R/CD-RW playback not possible. Close session (finalization) has not been performed. - Perform finalization and attempt playback again.

No function or display. Vehicles ignition is off. - If connected following instructions, the unit will not operate with the vehicles ignition off. Improper power lead (Red) and battery lead (Yellow) connections. - Check power lead and battery lead connections. Blown fuse. - Check the fuse 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.
MP3, WMA or AAC is not played back. Writing error occurred. The MP3/WMA/AAC format is not compatible. - Make sure the MP3/WMA/AAC has been written in a supported format. Refer to About MP3/WMA/AAC (pages 10-11), then rewrite in the format supported by this device.
The sound is not output from the speakers. Unit has no output signal of the internal amplifier. - POWER IC is switched to POW ON (page 16).
iPod does not play and no sound is output. The iPod has not been recognized. - Reset this unit and the iPod. Refer to Initial System Start-Up (page 6). To reset the iPod, refer to the Owners Manual of the iPod.
CD Player not functioning. Out of operating temperature range +50C (+120F) for CD. - Allow the vehicles 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).

Indication for CD Player

A sampling rate/bit rate not supported by the unit is used. - Use a sampling rate/bit rate that is supported by the unit.
No CD is inserted. - Insert a CD. Although a disc is inserted, NO DISC is displayed and the unit does not start to play or eject the disc. - Remove the disc by following these steps: Press the button again for at least 2 seconds. If the disc still does not eject, consult your Alpine dealer.

A copy-protected WMA file was played back. - You can only play back non-copy-protected files.

NO SUPPORT

Mechanism error. 1) Press the button and eject the CD. If not ejecting, consult your Alpine dealer. 2) When the error indication remains after ejecting, press the button again. If the error indication still does not turn off after pressing the button for a few times, consult your Alpine dealer.
When ERROR is displayed: If the disc cannot be ejected by pressing , press the RESET switch (refer to page 6) and press again. If the disc still cannot be ejected, consult your Alpine dealer.
Text information that is not recognizable by the unit has been input. - Use a USB memory device with input text information that is supported by the unit.

Indication for iPod Mode

The iPhone/iPod is not connected. - Make sure the iPhone/iPod is correctly connected (refer to Connections). Make sure the cable is not bent excessively.
There are no songs in the iPhone/iPod. - Download songs to the iPhone/iPod and connect to this unit.
Indication for USB memory
Communication error. - Turn the ignition key off, and then set to ON again. - Reset the iPod. - Check the display by reconnecting between the iPhone/iPod and this unit, using the iPhone/iPod cable.
Abnormal current is run to the USB connector device (an error message may be displayed if the USB device that is not compatible with the unit is connected). USB memory is a malfunction or it is shorted. - Connect another USB memory.
Caused by the iPhone/iPod Software Version not being compatible with this unit. - Update the iPhone/iPod Software Version to be compatible with this unit.

UNIT ERROR

A USB device that is not supported by the unit is connected. - Connect a USB device that is supported by the unit.
The iPhone/iPod is not verified. - Reset the iPod. - Try another iPhone/iPod, if available.

NO DEVICE

A USB memory is not connected. - Make sure the USB memory device is correctly connected and the cable is not excessively bent.
Power surge error. - Excessive voltage/current is supplied to the iPhone/iPod. - Try another iPhone/iPod, if available.

Indication for all Modes

No song (file) is stored in the USB memory. - Connect the USB memory device after storing songs (files).
Malfunction occurred as a result of the speaker cable shorting on the car chassis. - Route the cable correctly, and set POWER IC to POW ON (page 16). If the above solution does not work, consult your nearest dealer.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due to electrical shorts.
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 wires insulation from being cut by the metal edge of the hole.
DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED IN SURROUNDING OBJECTS.
Arrange wiring and cables in compliance with the manual to prevent obstructions when driving. Cables or wiring that obstruct or hang up on places such as the steering wheel, gear lever, brake pedals, etc. can be extremely hazardous.
DO NOT 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 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.

Precautions

Be sure to disconnect the cable from the () battery post before installing your CDE-102. 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 vehicles electrical system. When making connections to the vehicles 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 CDE-102 to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDE-102 has the appropriate amperage. Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit and/or the vehicle. When in doubt, consult your Alpine dealer. The CDE-102 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 vehicle body.
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 or the engraved serial number is located on the bottom of the unit.
SERIAL NUMBER: INSTALLATION DATE: INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN: PLACE OF PURCHASE:

Installation

Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting strap (not supplied). Secure the ground lead of the unit to a clean metal spot using a screw (*1) already attached to the vehicles chassis.
For the screw marked *2, use an appropriate screw for the chosen mounting location.

Detachable Front Panel

Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier to the corresponding output lead coming from the left rear of the CDE-102. Connect all other leads of the CDE-102 according to details described in the CONNECTlONS section.
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. The main unit must be mounted within 35 degrees of the horizontal plane, back to front.
Slide the CDE-102 into the dashboard until it clicks. This ensures that the unit is properly locked and will not accidentally come out from the dashboard. Install the detachable front panel.

Removal

1. Remove the detachable front panel. 2. Insert the bracket keys into the unit, along the guides on either side. The unit can now be removed from the mounting sleeve.
This unit Bracket Keys (Included)

Less than 35

Mounting Sleeve (Included) Dashboard
3. Pull the unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do so.

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Pressure Plates* This unit

Front Frame

* If the installed mounting sleeve is loose in the dashboard, the pressure plates may be bent slightly to remedy the problem.
Remove the mounting sleeve from the main unit (see Removal on page 26).

This unit Ground Lead *3

Screws (M5 8) (Included)

Hex Nut (M5) *2

Mounting Bracket Bolt Stud
Secure the ground lead of the unit to a clean metal spot using a screw
Metal Mounting Strap *1 This unit Ground Lead Chassis
(*3) already attached to the vehicles chassis.

Connections

To iPhone/iPod To Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) (sold separately) Antenna

Illumination Lead (Orange)
This lead may be connected to the vehicles instrument cluster illumination lead. This will allow the backlighting of this unit to dim whenever the vehicles lights are turned on.
Switched Power Lead (Ignition) (Red)
Connect this lead to an open terminal on the vehicles fuse box or another unused power source which provides (+)12V only when the ignition is turned on or in the accessory position.

Battery Lead (Yellow)

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

Ground Lead (Black)

Connect this lead to a good chassis ground on the vehicle. Make sure the connection is made to bare metal and is securely fastened using the sheet metal screw provided.
FULL SPEEDTM Connection Cable (KCE-433iV) (sold separately) KCE-400BT Connection Cable (Included with KCE-400BT) Front AUX Input Terminal
This terminal allows for input of audio from an external device (such as a portable player), using a commerciallyavailable converter cable.
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)

USB Connection Terminal

Connect USB memory (sold separately)
To prevent external noise from entering the audio system. Locate the unit and route the leads at least 10 cm away from the car harness. Keep the battery power leads as far away from other leads as possible. Connect the ground lead securely to a bare metal spot (remove any paint, dirt or grease if necessary) of the car chassis. If you add an optional noise suppressor, connect it as far away from the unit as possible. Your Alpine dealer carries various noise suppressors, contact them for further information. Your Alpine dealer knows best about noise prevention measures so consult your dealer for further information.
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. AND ALPINE OF CANADA INC. (Alpine), are dedicated to quality craftsmanship and are pleased to offer this Warranty. We suggest that you read it thoroughly. Should you have any questions, please contact your Dealer or contact Alpine at one of the telephone numbers listed below.

PRODUCTS COVERED:

This Warranty covers Car Audio Products and Related Accessories (the product). Products purchased in the Canada are covered only in the Canada. Products purchased in the U.S.A. are covered only in the U.S.A.