MP3/WMA CD Receiver

CDE-9845

MP3 CD Receiver

CDE-9843

FM/AM CD Receiver

CDE-9841
OWNER'S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. MODE D'EMPLOI Veuillez lire avant dutiliser cet appareil. MANUAL DE OPERACIN Lalo antes de utilizar este equipo.
ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC. 1-1-8 Nishi Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0031, Japan Phone 03-5496-8231 ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. 19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance, California 90501, U.S.A. Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. 7300 Warden Ave., Suite 203, Markham, Ontario L3R 9Z6, Canada Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 6-8 Fiveways Boulevarde Keysborough, Victoria 3173, Australia Phone 03-9769-0000 ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH Frankfurter Ring Mnchen, Germany Phone 089-640 ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD. Alpine House Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K. Phone 0870-763 ALPINE ELECTRONICS FRANCE S.A.R.L. (RCS PONTOISE B 280) 98, Rue de la Belle Etoile, Z.I. Paris Nord Il, B.P. 50016, 95945 Roissy Charles de Gaulle Cedex, France Phone 01-48638989 ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A. Viale C. Colombo 8, 20090 Trezzano Sul Naviglio (MI), Italy Phone 02-484781 ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAA, S.A. Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabelln, Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain Phone 945-283588 Designed by ALPINE Japan Printed in China (Y) 68-00493Z95-A
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Contents

Operating Instructions

WARNING
WARNING.. 2 CAUTION... 2 PRECAUTIONS... 2
Setting the Treble Control. 13 Setting the BBE Mode (CDE-9845 only). 13 Turning Loudness On/Off (CDE-9843/CDE-9841 only).. 13

Other Functions

Displaying the Title/Text.. 14 Titling Discs/Radio Stations.. 15 Erasing Disc Title/Radio Station Title. 15 Displaying Time... 15 Setting Time.. 15

Getting Started

Turning Power On and Off. 5 Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel. 5 Initial System Start-Up.. 5 Adjusting Volume.. 5 Lowering Volume Quickly.. 5
Sound Customizing Subwoofer On and Off. 16 Visual Customizing (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) Setting the Multicolor Illumination (CDE-9845 only)... 17 Dimmer Control (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only).. 17 Scroll Type Setting (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only).. 17 Scroll Setting (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only). 17 Demonstration (CDE-9845 only).. 17 MP3/WMA (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) Playing MP3/WMA Data (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only).. 17 External Device Setting the AUX Mode (CDE-9845 only). 17 Connecting to an External Amplifier. 17
Changing the Radio Frequencies for each Country (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only).. 6 Listening to Radio.. 6 Manual Storing of Station Presets.. 6 Automatic Memory of Station Presets. 7 Tuning to Preset Stations.. 7 Station Title Search Function (CDE-9845 only).. 7 Frequency Search Function (CDE-9845 only).. 7

CD/MP3/WMA

Playback.. 8 Repeat Play.. 9 M.I.X. (Random Play).. 9 Scanning Programmes.. 9 Searching CD Text (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only). 9 File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3/ WMA) (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only).. 10 Quick Search (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only). 10 About MP3/WMA (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only).. 10

Information

In Case of Difficulty.. 18 Specifications.. 19
Installation and Connections
Warning... 20 Caution.. 20 Precautions.. 20 Installation.. 21 Connections.. 22

Sound Setting

Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/ Defeat... 12 Setting the Bass Control.. 12

LIMITED WARRANTY

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This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION

This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in injury or material property damage.
HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS.
Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Centre for repairing.
DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE.
Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to a complete stop. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before performing these functions. Failure to do so may result in an accident.

DO NOT PLACE HANDS, FINGERS OR FOREIGN OBJECTS IN INSERTION SLOTS OR GAPS.
Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the product.
Never Attempt the Following
Do not grip or pull out the disc while it is being pulled back into the player by the automatic reloading mechanism. Do not attempt to insert a disc into the unit when the unit power is off.

Correct Handling

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

CORRECT

INCORRECT

Inserting Discs

Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not attempt to load more than one disc. Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc. 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.

Disc Cleaning

Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface of the disc could cause the CD player to skip. For routine cleaning, wipe the playing surface with a clean, soft cloth from the center of the disc to the outer edge. If the surface is heavily soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a solution of mild neutral detergent before cleaning the disc.

New Discs

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 center hole and outside edge of the disc. If you feel any small bumps or irregularities, this could inhibit proper loading of the disc. To remove the bumps, rub the inside edge of the hole and outside edge of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other such instrument, then insert the disc again.
Center Hole Center Hole New Disc

Disc Accessories

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

Outside (Bumps) Transparent Sheet Disc Stabilizer

Irregular Shaped Discs

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

Continued

Installation Location
Make sure the CDE-9845/CDE-9843/CDE-9841 will not be installed in a location subjected to: Direct sun and heat High humidity and water Excessive dust Excessive vibrations
On handling Compact Discs (CD/CD-R/CD-RW)
Do not touch the surface. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. Do not affix stickers or labels. Clean the disc when it is dusty. Make sure that there are no bumps around the disc. Do not use commercially available disc accessories. Do not leave the disc in the car or the unit for a long time. Never expose the disc to direct sunlight. Heat and humidity may damage the CD and you may not be able to play it again.
To customers using CD-R/CD-RW
If a CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back, make sure the last recording session was closed (finalized). Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW if necessary, and attempt playback again.
About media that can be played.
The following table shows which discs can be played on which models.
CD CDE-9845 CDE-9843 CDE-9841 \ \ \ CD-TEXT \ \ MP3 \ \ WMA \
Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo marks below.

(CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only)

If you use unspecified compact discs, correct performance cannot be guaranteed. You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordable)/CD-RWs (CDReWritable) which have been recorded only on audio devices. You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA formatted audio files. Some of the following CDs may not play on this unit: Flawed CDs, CDs with fingerprints, CDs exposed to extreme temperatures or sunlight (e.g., left in the car or this unit), CDs recorded under unstable conditions, CDs on which a recording failed or a re-recording was attempted, copyprotected CDs which do not conform to the audio CD industry standard. Use discs with MP3/WMA files written in a format compatible with this unit. For details, see pages 10-11.
SOURCE/POWER Rotary encoder c
Grasp the left side of the front panel and pull it out.
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.

Press TUNE/A.ME to select the tuning mode.
DX SEEK (Distance mode) SEEK (Local mode) OFF (Manual mode) DX SEEK

Rotary encoder

The initial mode is Distance mode.
Distance mode: Both strong and weak stations will be automatically tuned in (Automatic Seek Tuning). Local mode: Only strong stations will be automatically tuned in (Automatic Seek Tuning). Manual mode: The frequency is manually tuned in steps (Manual tuning).
Preset buttons (1 through 6)
Press g or f to tune in the desired station.
Holding down g or f will change the frequency continuously.
The ST indicator appears on the display when a stereo FM station is tuned in.
Manual Storing of Station Presets
g f Preset buttons (1 through 6)
Select the radio band and tune in a desired radio station you wish to store in the preset memory. Press and hold, for at least 2 seconds, any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) that you want to store the station on.
The selected station is stored. The display shows the band, preset no. and station frequency memorized.
Changing the Radio Frequencies for each Country (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only)
For customers not living in North America, change the radio frequencies as follows.
A total of 18 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations for each band; FM1, FM2 and AM). If you store a station in a preset memory which already has a station, the current station will be cleared and replaced with the new station.
Press and hold MUTE/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to select the SETUP mode. Select the AREA mode by pressing g or f.
Automatic Memory of Station Presets
Station Title Search Function (CDE-9845 only)
If the title of a radio station is entered, you can search for that radio station by its title while listening to the currently received radio station.
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. Press and hold TUNE/A.ME for at least 2 seconds.
The frequency on the display continues to change while the automatic memory is in progress. The tuner will automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band. They will be stored into buttons 1 to 6 in order of signal strength. When the automatic memory has been completed, the tuner goes to the station stored in preset location no. 1.

Press mode.

in Radio mode to switch to Title Search
The first title input blinks in the display.
Select the desired title by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds. Press the Rotary encoder to receive the frequency of the selected title.
If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station you were listening to before the auto memory procedure began.
Tuning to Preset Stations
Title Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding for at least 2 seconds. If a station has no title, NO TITLE is displayed for 2 seconds.
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired band is displayed. Press any one of the station preset buttons (1 through 6) that has your desired radio station in memory.
The display shows the band, preset number and frequency of the station selected.
Frequency Search Function (CDE-9845 only)
You can search for a radio station by its frequency.
Press and hold for at least 2 seconds in Radio mode to activate Frequency Search mode. Turn the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds to select the desired frequency. Press the Rotary encoder to receive the selected frequency.
Frequency Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding at least 2 seconds.
SOURCE/ POWER -/J Rotary encoder 8 c
CDE-9845/CDE-9843: While playing back MP3/WMA, press 8 or 9 to select the desired folder.
Pressing and holding 8 or 9 will change folders continuously.
Press g or f to select the desired track (file).
Returning to the beginning of the current track (file): Press g. Fast backward : Press and hold g. Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file) : Press f.
g f 9 4( ) 5( ) 6( ) TITLE
Fast forward : Press and hold f.
SOURCE/ POWER -/J Rotary encoder c
To pause playback, press -/J. To eject the disc, press c.
Pressing -/J again will resume playback.
Do not remove a CD during its eject cycle. Do not load more than one disc at a time. A malfunction may result from doing either. If the CD does not eject, press and hold c for at least 2 seconds. CDE-9845 (compatible with MP3/WMA)/ CDE-9843 (compatible with MP3): The CD-player can play discs containing audio data, MP3 data and WMA data. A WMA format file that is protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) cannot be played back on this unit. The track display for MP3/WMA data playback is the file numbers recorded on the disc.

Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9841 only) until the desired sound is obtained in each mode.
By setting Defeat ON, previously adjusted settings of BASS and TREBLE will return to the factory defaults and BBE* is turned off.

* CDE-9845 only

g BASS C. TREBLE C. f

Setting the Bass Control

You can change the bass frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.
Press BASS C. (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press CENTER f. (CDE-9841 only) to select the Bass (bass center frequency) Control mode.
CDE-9845/CDE-9843: BASS normal CDE-9841: BASS TREBLE normal mode BASS

g BASS C. TREBLE C.

SOURCE/ POWER BAND 4
Setting the bass center frequency: Press g or f to select the desired bass center frequency.
60Hz 80Hz 100Hz 120Hz 60Hz
The displayed bass frequency is emphasized
Setting the bass band width (Q-Factor): Press BAND to select the desired bass band width. (Narrow).. (Wide)

g CENTER f. MODE

Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/ Defeat
Changes the boosted bass band width to wide or narrow. A wide 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.
Press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press MODE (CDE-9841 only) repeatedly to choose the desired mode.
Each press changes the modes as follows:
BASS TREBLE SUBWOOFER* BALANCE FADER DEFEAT VOLUME BASS BASS: -7 ~ +10 TREBLE: -7 ~ +7 Subwoofer : 0 ~ +15 Balance : L15 ~ R15 Fader : R15 ~ F15 Defeat : ON/OFF Volume : 0 ~ 35
Setting the bass level: Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9841 only) to select the desired bass level (7~+10).
You can emphasize or weaken the bass frequency.
If no operation is performed within 15 seconds, the bass control setting will be turned off 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 band width settings adjusted for one source are effective for all other sources (FM, AM, CD etc.). This function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON.

Setting the Treble Control
You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.
Turning Loudness On/Off (CDE-9843/CDE-9841 only)
Loudness introduces a special low- and high-frequency emphasis at low listening levels. This compensates for the ear's decreased sensitivity to bass and treble sound.
Press TREBLE C. (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press CENTER f. (CDE-9841 only) to select the Treble (treble center frequency) Control mode.
CDE-9845/CDE-9843: TREBLE normal mode CDE-9841: BASS TREBLE normal mode BASS
Press and hold the Rotary encoder (CDE-9843 only) or press and hold MODE (CDE-9841 only) for at least 2 seconds to activate or deactivate the loudness mode.
The display shows LD when the loudness mode is activated.
Setting the treble Center frequency: Press g or f to select the desired treble center frequency.
7.5kHz 10.0kHz 12.5kHz 15.0kHz
The displayed Treble frequency is emphasized.
Setting the treble level: Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9841 only) to select the desired treble level (7~+7).
You can emphasize the treble frequency.
If no operation is performed within 15 seconds, the treble control setting will be turned off 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.). This function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON.
Setting the BBE Mode (CDE-9845 only)
BBE makes vocals or instruments sound distinct regardless of the music source. The FM radio, CD, and MP3, will be able to reproduce the music clearly even in cars with a lot of road noise.
Press SOURCE/POWER to select the source to which you want to apply BBE. Press and hold the Rotary encoder for at least 2 seconds to activate the level setting mode. Press the Rotary encoder to set BBE ON. Turn the Rotary encoder to select your preferred level (BBE1 to 3) or OFF. Press the Rotary encoder for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.
To cancel BBE mode for all music sources, press the Rotary encoder to turn BBE off. BBE mode is automatically canceled if no buttons are pressed within 15 seconds. Each music source, such as FM radio, CD, and MP3/WMA can have its own BBE setting. Setting to BBE OFF sets BBE mode of each music source to OFF. This function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON. There is no BBE mode for AM radio.

Titling Discs/Radio Stations
It is possible to title your favourite CD's or radio stations. You cannot input titles for MP3/WMA discs.
and select the Title Display.
For details, see Displaying the Title/Text (page 14).
Press and hold TITLE for at least 2 seconds. The first character will blink. Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9841 only) to select the desired letter/numeral/symbol available for naming. Press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press MODE (CDE-9841 only) to store the first character.
The first character will stop blinking and the display will automatically advance to the next character. When that character begins to blink, you may choose the next letter or symbol of your title.

Setting Time

In the Clock priority mode, press and hold for at least 2 seconds while the time is TITLE displayed.
The time indication will blink.
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9841 only) to adjust the hours while the time indication is blinking. When the hour has been adjusted, press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press MODE (CDE-9841 only). Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9841 only) 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 Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press MODE (CDE-9841 only).
Repeat steps 3 and 4 above to complete the titling.
Pressing the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/CDE-9843 only) or press MODE (CDE-9841 only) after entering the 8th character automatically stores the title into memory. When entering a title of less than 8 characters (for example, 3 character title): After entering 3 characters, the 4th character space will be blinking. Go to step 6 to complete the title.

to record the title.

If you cancel while entering a title, selected characters are not written. You can enter 18 CD titles and 24 radio station 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. 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.
To synchronize the clock to another clock/watch or radio time announcement, press and hold the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845/ CDE-9843 only) or press and hold MODE (CDE-9841 only) for at least 2 seconds after setting the hour. Minutes will reset to 00. If the display shows over 30 minutes when you do this, the time will advance one hour.

Indication for CD Player

Specifications
FM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range Mono Usable Sensitivity 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity Alternate Channel Selectivity Signal-to-Noise Ratio Stereo Separation Capture Ratio AM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range Sensitivity (IEC Standard) CD PLAYER SECTION Frequency Response Wow & Flutter (% WRMS) Total Harmonic Distortion Dynamic Range Signal-to-Noise Ratio Channel Separation PICKUP Wave length Laser power GENERAL Power Requirement 87.7 107.9 MHz** 9.3 dBf (0.8 V/75 ohms) 13.5 dBf (1.3 V/75 ohms) 80 dB 65 dB 35 dB 2.0 dB 530 1,710 kHz** 22.5 V/27 dB 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) 795 nm CLASS I

HI TEMP

Protective circuit is activated due to high temperature. - The indicator will disappear when the temperature returns to within operation range.

NO DISC

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 c button again for at least 2 seconds. If the disc still 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.
When ERROR is displayed: If that the disc cannot be ejected by pressing c, press the RESET switch (refer to page 5) and press c again. If the disc still cannot be ejected, consult your Alpine dealer.
The disc is not compatible with the unit. - Insert a disc which is compatible with the unit.
14.4 V DC (1116 V allowable) Power Output 16 W RMS 4* * Primary amplifier ratings per CEA-2006 Standard Power output: measured at 4 Ohms and 1% THD+N S/N: 80 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ohms) Bass +20 dB/-14 dB at 100 kHz Treble 14 dB at 10 kHz Maximum Pre-Output Voltage 2 V/10 k ohms Weight 1.6 kg (3 lbs. 8 oz) 178 mm (7") 50 mm (2") 160 mm (6-1/4") 170 mm (6-11/16") 46 mm (1-13/16") 18 mm (11/16")

PROTECT

(CDE-9845 only)
A copy-protected WMA file was played back. - You can only play back non-copy-protected files.
CHASSIS SIZE Width Height Depth NOSEPIECE SIZE Width Height Depth

UNSUPORT

The disc is not written in a MP3/WMA supported format. - Use a disc written at the MP3/WMA supported format.

(CDE-9843 only)

Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice. ** CDE-9845/CDE-9843: When you choose AREA 2 in the section Changing the Radio Frequencies for each Country (page 6), the tuning range is as follows. FM : 87.5 - 108.0 MHz AM : 531 - 1,602 kHz

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[LENGTH OF WARRANTY:

This Warranty is in effect for one year from the date of the first consumer purchase.
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[LIFETIME TAPE HEAD WARRANTY:
All Alpine Car Audio analog tape heads excluding Video tape heads are warranted for life against manufacturing defects causing failure.

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This Warranty only covers the original purchaser of the product, who must reside in the United States, Puerto Rico or Canada.
[HOW WE EXCLUDE CERTAIN DAMAGES:
ALPINE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE PRODUCT. THE TERM "INCIDENTAL DAMAGES" REFERS TO EXPENSES OF TRANSPORTING THE PRODUCT TO THE ALPINE SERVICE CENTER, LOSS OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER'S TIME, LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, BUS FARES, CAR RENTALS OR OTHERS COSTS RELATING TO THE CARE AND CUSTODY OF THE PRODUCT. THE TERM "CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES" REFERS TO THE COST OF REPAIRING OR REPLACING OTHER PROPERTY WHICH IS DAMAGED WHEN THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE REMEDIES PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS.

[WHAT IS COVERED:

This Warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship (parts and labor) in the product.

[WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

This Warranty does not cover the following: 1 Damage occurring during shipment of the product to Alpine for repair (claims must be presented to the carrier). 2 Damage caused by accident, abuse, negligence, misuse, improper connections, improper operation or failure to follow instructions contained in the Owner's manual. 3 Damage caused by act of God, including without limitation, earthquake, fire, flood, storms or other acts of nature. 4 Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of the product. 5 Service performed by an unauthorized person, company or association. 6 Any product which has the serial number defaced, altered or removed. 7 Any product which has been adjusted, altered or modified without Alpine's consent. 8 Any product not distributed by Alpine within the United States, Puerto Rico or Canada. 9 Any product not purchased from an Authorized Alpine Dealer. ! Any product that has been determined to contain an excessive amount of dust or dirt and any product that contains other contaminants including liquid or foreign objects.

[HOW STATE/PROVINCIAL LAW RELATES TO THE WARRANTY:
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary form state to state and province to province. In addition, some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, limitations as to these matters contained herein may not apply to you.

[IN CANADA ONLY:

This Warranty is not valid unless your Alpine car audio product has been installed in your vehicle by an Authorized Installation Center, and this warranty stamped upon installation by the installation center.
[HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Should the product require service, please call the following number for your nearest Authorized Alpine Service Center. U.S.A. CANADA 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)
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RDS MP3/WMA CD Receiver

CDE-9845RB/CDE-9845RR

RDS MP3 CD Receiver

CDE-9843R/CDE-9843RM

FM/MW/LW/RDS CD Receiver

CDE-9841R
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Contents
The CDE-9845RX model that appears in this Manual represents the CDE-9845RB and CDE-9845RR models. The CDE-9843RX model that appears in this Manual represents the CDE-9843R and CDE-9843RM models.

Operating Instructions

WARNING
WARNING.. 2 CAUTION... 2 PRECAUTIONS... 2

Sound Setting

Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/ Defeat... 14 Setting the Bass Control.. 14 Setting the Treble Control. 15 Turning Loudness On/Off. 15
Other Functions Getting Started
Turning Power On and Off. 5 Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel. 5 Initial System Start-Up.. 5 Adjusting Volume.. 5 Displaying the Title/Text.. 16 Titling Discs.. 17 Erasing Disc Title.. 17
Sound Customizing Adjusting Source Signal Levels.. 18 Subwoofer On and Off. 18 Visual Customizing Dimmer Control (CDE-9845RB only). 18 Scroll Setting (CDE-9845RX/CDE-9843RX only). 18 Scroll Type Setting (CDE-9845RX/CDE9843RX only)... 18 Demonstration (CDE-9845RX only). 18 MP3/WMA Playing MP3/WMA Data (CDE-9845RX/CDE9843RX only)... 19 External Device Connecting to an External Amplifier. 19
Listening to Radio.. 6 Manual Storing of Station Presets.. 6 Automatic Memory of Station Presets. 6 Tuning to Preset Stations.. 6
Setting RDS Reception Mode and Receiving RDS Stations.. 7 Recalling Preset RDS Stations. 7 Receiving RDS Regional (Local) Stations. 7 PI SEEK Setting.. 8 Receiving Traffic Information. 8 PTY (Programme Type) Tuning.. 8 Receiving Traffic Information While Playing CD or Radio... 9 Priority News.. 9 Displaying Radio Text.. 9

Information

In Case of Difficulty.. 19 Specifications.. 21

CD/MP3/WMA

Playback... 10 Repeat Play... 11 M.I.X. (Random Play). 11 Scanning Programmes. 11 Searching from CD Text (CDE-9845RX/CDE9843RX only)... 11 File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3/WMA) (CDE-9845RX/ CDE-9843RX only).. 12 Quick Search (CDE-9845RX/CDE-9843RX only). 12 About MP3/WMA.. 12
Installation and Connections
Warning... 22 Caution.. 22 Precautions.. 22 Installation.. 23 Connections.. 24
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DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS.
Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result in fire.
USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.
Use for other than its designed application may result in fire, electric shock or other injury.
DO NOT PLACE HANDS, FINGERS OR FOREIGN OBJECTS IN INSERTION SLOTS OR GAPS.
Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the product.
Never Attempt the Following
Do not grip or pull out the disc while it is being pulled back into the player by the automatic reloading mechanism. Do not attempt to insert a disc into the unit when the unit power is off.

Correct Handling

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

CORRECT

INCORRECT

Inserting Discs

Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not attempt to load more than one disc. Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc. 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.

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.

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.
Centre Hole Centre Hole New Disc

Disc Accessories

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

Outside (Bumps) Transparent Sheet Disc Stabilizer

Irregular Shaped Discs

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

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Installation Location
Make sure the CDE-9845RX/CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R will not be installed in a location subjected to: Direct sun and heat High humidity and water Excessive dust Excessive vibrations
On handling Compact Discs (CD/CD-R/CD-RW)
Do not touch the surface. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. Do not affix stickers or labels. Clean the disc when it is dusty. Make sure that there are no bumps around the disc. Do not use commercially available disc accessories. Do not leave the disc in the car or the unit for a long time. Never expose the disc to direct sunlight. Heat and humidity may damage the CD and you may not be able to play it again.
To customers using CD-R/CD-RW
If a CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back, make sure the last recording session was closed (finalized). Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW if necessary, and attempt playback again.
About media that can be played.
The following table shows which discs can be played on which models.
CD CDE-9845RB/CDE-9845RR CDE-9843R/CDE-9843RM CDE-9841R \ \ \ CD-TEXT \ \ MP3 \ \ WMA \
Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo marks below.
CDE-9845RB/CDE-9845RR/CDE-9843R/CDE-9843RM
If you use unspecified compact discs, correct performance cannot be guaranteed. You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordable)/CD-RWs (CDReWritable) which have been recorded only on audio devices. You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA formatted audio files. Some of the following CDs may not play on this unit: Flawed CDs, CDs with fingerprints, CDs exposed to extreme temperatures or sunlight (e.g., left in the car or this unit), CDs recorded under unstable conditions, CDs on which a recording failed or a re-recording was attempted, copyprotected CDs which do not conform to the audio CD industry standard. Use discs with MP3/WMA files written in a format compatible with this unit. For details, see pages 12-13.

Getting Started

CDE-9845RX
SOURCE/POWER Rotary encoder c

Attaching

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. 2 1
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. Attach the front panel carefully, holding the sides of the front panel to avoid pushing buttons by mistake.

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.
Press and hold F/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to activate the setting mode. Press g or f to select RDSREG (CDE9845RX) or REG (CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R). Press BAND to toggle the mode between ON and OFF.
In the REG OFF mode, the unit automatically keeps receiving the related local RDS station.
Press F/SETUP so that the F indicator lights up. Press 1/AF to activate the RDS mode. Press g or f to tune in the desired RDS station. Press 1/AF again to deactivate the RDS mode. Press F/SETUP to activate the normal mode. The F indicator goes out.
The RDS digital data includes the following: 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
Press F/SETUP to deactivate the setting mode.

PI SEEK Setting

PTY (Programme Type) Tuning
Press and hold F/SETUP for at least 2 seconds. Press g or f to select PI SEEK (CDE9845RX) or PISK (CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R). Press BAND to toggle the mode between ON and OFF. Press F/SETUP to set the selected mode.
Press F/SETUP so that the F indicator lights up. Press 3/PTY to activate the PTY mode, while the unit is in Radio (FM receiving) mode.
The Programme Type of the station being currently received will be displayed for 10 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.
Receiving Traffic Information
Press TA so that the TA indicator lights up. Press g or f to select your desired traffic information station.
When a traffic information station is tuned in, the TP indicator lights up. Traffic information is heard only when it is being broadcast. If traffic information is not being broadcast, the unit is set in the standby mode. When a traffic information broadcast begins, the unit automatically receives it and the display shows TRF-INFO for a few seconds and returns to the PS display. When the traffic information broadcast is over, the unit will automatically set in the standby mode. 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 TA indicator blinks. If you do not want to listen to the traffic information being received, lightly press TA to skip that traffic information message. The TA 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 TA mode, the SEEK tuning selects only the TP stations.

If no operation is performed within 10 seconds after pressing 3/PTY, the PTY mode will be automatically cancelled.
Press g and f within 10 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 3/PTY within 10 seconds after selecting the programme type to start searching for a station in the selected programme type.
The chosen programme type display blinks during searching and lights when a station is found. If no PTY station is found, NO PTY will be displayed for 5 seconds.
Press F/SETUP to activate the normal mode. The F indicator goes out.
Operate the unit while the F indicator lights up. If no operation is performed within 10 seconds, the F indicator goes out.
Receiving Traffic Information While Playing CD or Radio

Priority News

This function allows you to preset to give priority to the News programme. You will never miss the News programme as the unit automatically gives priority to the News programme whenever 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 modes.
Press TA so that the TA indicator lights up. Press g and f 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.
Press F/SETUP so that the F indicator lights up while the unit is in Radio (FM receiving) mode. Press 2/NEWS to activate the PRIORITY NEWS mode.
The NEWS indicator appears in the display. To disable the PRIORITY NEWS function, press 2/NEWS.
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 TA 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. The receiver is equipped with the EON (Enhanced Other Networks) function in order to keep track of additional alternate frequencies to the AF list. The EON indicator lights up 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.

In the PRIORITY NEWS function, unlike in the TA function, the volume does not increase automatically.
Press F/SETUP to activate the normal mode, while the unit is in Radio (FM receiving) mode.
The F indicator light goes out.

Displaying Radio Text

Text messages from a radio station can be displayed.
Press TITLE while receiving FM in the radio mode to select the Radio Text display.
The display will change every time the button is pressed.
Press TA to deactivate the Traffic Information mode.
The TA indicator goes out.
PS (Programme Service Name) Radio Text FREQUENCY PS (Programme Service Name)
The display shows WAITING for a few seconds, then starts scrolling the text message. If there is no receivable text message or the unit cannot receive a text message properly, the display shows NO TEXT.
SOURCE/ POWER -/J Rotary encoder F/SETUP c
While playing back MP3/WMA, press F/SETUP. Press 19/AF or 28/NEWS within 10 seconds to select the desired folder. (CDE-9845RX/CDE9843RX only)
Pressing and holding 19/AF or 28/NEWS will change folders continuously.
Press g or f to select the desired track (file).
Returning to the beginning of the current track (file): Press g. Fast backward : Press and hold g. Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file) : Press f.
g f 19/AF 28/NEWS 3 4( /PTY ) 5( ) 6( ) TITLE
Fast forward : Press and hold f.

SOURCE/ POWER -/J 4

F/SETUP c
To pause playback, press -/J.
Pressing -/J again will resume playback.
To eject the disc, press c.
Do not remove a CD during its eject cycle. Do not load more than one disc at a time. A malfunction may result from doing either. If the CD does not eject, press and hold c for at least 2 seconds. CDE-9845RX/CDE-9843RX: The CD-player can play discs containing audio data, MP3 data and WMA data. A WMA format file that is protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) cannot be played back on this unit (CDE-9845RX only). MP3 is displayed during MP3 playback (CDE-9843RX only). The track display for MP3/WMA data playback is the file numbers recorded on the disc.

19/AF*

/PTY* 4(

MODE/ LOUD

28/NEWS*

) TITLE

* CDE-9843RX only
MP3/WMA Play Display The following table shows which discs can be played on which models.
The folder number and file number will be displayed as described below.

CDE-9845RX:

F01 T03 10'15
Folder number File number display display CDE-9843RX: Elapsed time

Playback

Insert a disc with the label side facing up.
The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically.

F01 T03

Folder number display File number display
When a disc is already inserted, press SOURCE/POWER to switch to the CD mode. The mode will change every time the button is pressed.

TUNER CD TUNER

If the folder number or file number are three digits, F or T is not displayed. Press TITLE to switch the display. Please see Displaying the Title/Text (page 16) for information about display switching.

Repeat Play

Scanning Programmes
Press F/SETUP to illuminate the F indicator. Press 4 ( ) within 10 seconds to play back repeatedly the track being played.
The track (file) will be played repeatedly. Press 4 ( play. ) again and select OFF to deactivate repeat
Press F/SETUP to illuminate the F indicator. Press 6 ( Scan mode. ) within 10 seconds to activate the
The first 10 seconds of each track (file) will be played back in succession. To stop scanning, press 6 ( mode. ) and deactivate the Scan
CD mode : RPT (off) : Only a track is repeatedly played back
Searching from CD Text (CDE-9845RX/CDE9843RX only)
Tracks can be searched and played using the CD text on the disc. In the case of discs that do not support text, searches can be made using the track numbers.
MP3/WMA mode (CDE-9845RX only): MP3 mode (CDE-9843RX only):
Press F/SETUP to illuminate the F indicator. Press 3 /PTY within 10 seconds during play.

RPT RPT (off)

: Only a file is repeatedly played back
This will set the search mode.
: Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845RX) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9843RX) to select the desired track, then press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845RX) or MODE/LOUD (CDE-9843RX).
This will play the selected track.
Press and hold 3 /PTY for at least 2 seconds in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode will be cancelled when an operation has not been performed in 10 seconds. CD text search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.

Rotary encoder (MODE/LOUD) BAND
CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R: If the MODE/LOUD is not pressed within 15 seconds after selecting the BASS or TREBLE mode, the unit automatically returns to normal mode. *1 When the subwoofer mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be adjusted.
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845RX) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R) until the desired sound is obtained in each mode.
By setting Defeat ON, previously adjusted settings of BASS and TREBLE will return to the factory defaults.

Setting the Bass Control

g CENTER f. f
You can change the bass frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.

BAND 4

CDE-9845RX: Press CENTER f. to select the Bass Control mode.
BASS TREBLE normal mode BASS
CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R: Press MODE/LOUD to select the Bass Control mode.
BASS TREBLE SUBW BALANCE FADER DEFEAT VOLUME BASS

g f MODE/LOUD 3

Setting the bass centre frequency: Press g or f to select the desired bass centre frequency.
60Hz 80Hz 100Hz 120Hz 60Hz
The displayed bass frequency is emphasized.
Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/ Defeat
Setting the bass band width (Q-Factor): Press BAND to select the desired bass band width. (Narrow).. (Wide)
Press Rotary encoder (MODE/LOUD) (CDE9845RX) or MODE/LOUD (CDE-9843RX/CDE9841R) repeatedly to choose the desired mode.
Each press changes the modes as follows:
BASS TREBLE SUBW*1 BALANCE FADER DEFEAT VOLUME BASS Bass Level: -7 ~ +10 Treble Level: -7 ~ +7 Subwoofer : 0 ~ +15 Balance : L15 ~ R15 Fader : R15 ~ F15 Defeat : ON/OFF Volume : 0 ~ 35
Changes the boosted bass band width to wide or narrow. A wide setting will boost a wide range of frequencies above and below the centre frequency. A narrower setting will boost only frequencies near the centre frequency.
Setting the bass level: Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845RX) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R) to select the desired bass level (-7~+10).
You can emphasize or weaken the bass frequency.
If the Rotary encoder (MODE/LOUD) or MODE/LOUD is not pressed within 5 seconds after selecting the BALANCE, FADER, DEFEAT or SUBWOOFER mode, the unit automatically returns to normal mode. CDE-9845RX: If the Rotary encoder (MODE/LOUD) is not pressed within 5 seconds after selecting the BASS or TREBLE mode, the unit automatically returns to normal mode.

CDE-9843RX

FILE NO./ELAPSED TIME FOLDER NO./FILE NO. FOLDER NAME*2 FILE NAME ARTIST NAME*3 ALBUM NAME*3 TRACK NAME*3 FRAME*4 FILE NO./ ELAPSED TIME
Some characters may not be displayed correctly with this device, depending on the character type. When the Scroll Setting (page 18) is set to MANU, press and hold TITLE for at least 2 seconds to scroll the Text information only once (TEXT DISPLAY, FOLDER NAME DISPLAY, FILE NAME DISPLAY or TAG DISPLAY mode). NO SUPPORT (CDE-9845RX only) or NO SUPRT (CDE9843RX/CDE-9841R only) is displayed when the desired text information cannot be displayed on this unit. If the title was not previously input, NO TITLE is displayed. The text or tag information may not be correctly displayed, depending on the contents.

Titling Discs

It is possible to title your favourite CD's. You cannot input titles on radio station or MP3/WMA discs.

Erasing Disc Title

Press TITLE to select the Title Display. Then, press again and hold for at least 2 seconds. Press and hold -/J for at least 2 seconds.
The title in the display will blink.
Press TITLE and select the Title Display.
For details, see Displaying the Title/Text (page 16).
Press and hold TITLE for at least 2 seconds. The first character will blink. Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845RX) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R) to select the desired letter/numeral/symbol available for naming. Press Rotary encoder (CDE-9845RX) or MODE/ LOUD (CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R) to store the first character.
The first character will stop blinking and the display will automatically advance to the next character. When that character begins to blink, you may choose the next letter or symbol of your title.
Press g or f repeatedly until the title you want to erase is displayed. Press and hold -/J for at least 2 seconds to erase the title displayed. Press TITLE to cancel the title erasing mode.
You cannot erase CD-TEXT. NO DATA is displayed for 2 seconds if the title is not input in step 2, or if the title is erased in step 4.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 above to complete the titling.
Pressing the Rotary encoder after entering the 8th character automatically stores the title into memory. When entering a title of less than 8 characters (for example, 3 character title): After entering 3 characters, the 4th character space will be blinking. Go to step 6 to complete the title.

Press TITLE to record the title.
If you cancel while entering a title, selected characters are not written. You can enter 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. 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.
You can flexibly customize the unit to suit your own preferences and usage. From the SETUP menu, choose from Sound Customizing, Visual Customizing, etc., to make your desired settings.

Sound Customizing

Adjusting Source Signal Levels
CDE-9845RX: FM-LEVEL HI (Initial setting) / FM-LEVEL LOW CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R: FM-LV HI (Initial setting) / FM-LV LOW

Rotary encoder

If the difference in volume level between the CD player and FM radio is too great, adjust the FM signal level.

Subwoofer On and Off

SUBW ON (Initial setting) / SUBW OFF
When the subwoofer is on, perform the steps below to adjust the subwoofer output level. 1 Press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9845RX) or MODE/ LOUD (CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R) repeatedly to select the SUBW mode.
2 To adjust the level, turn the Rotary encoder (CDE9845RX) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R).

Visual Customizing

Dimmer Control (CDE-9845RB only)
DIMMER AUTO (Initial setting) / DIMMER MANU
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 button lighting is too bright at night.

g f MODE/ F/SETUP LOUD 3

If you vehicle should have a dimmer control for the dashboardlights, never connect the DIMMER cable (orange) of the radio to this dimmer control.
Scroll Setting (CDE-9845RX/CDE-9843RX only) A typical SETUP procedure is shown in steps 1 to 4 as follows. See below for further information about each SETUP menu.
CDE-9845RX: SCROLL AUTO / SCROLL MANU (Initial setting) CDE-9843RX: SCR AUTO / SCR MANU (Initial setting)
Press and hold F/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

SETUP mode is activated.

This CD player can scroll the disc and track names recorded on CDTEXT discs, as well as the text information of MP3/WMA files, folder names, and tags.
AUTO : The CD text information, the text information of folder and file names, and the tags are scrolled automatically. Scrolling only takes place when the information cannot be shown in the display in its entirety. MANU : The display is scrolled only when a disc is loaded or when a track is changed, etc.

Press g or f to select the desired SETUP menu.

(e.g. Select SUBW)

FM-LEVEL RDSREG*1 PI SEEK*2 DIMMER*3 SUBW CDDA / CDDA/MP3 SCROLL TYPE SCROLL POWER IC DEMO FM-LEVEL
FM-LV REG*1 PISK*2 SUBW CD-DA/CDDA/MP3 TYPE1/TYPE2 SCR PWR FM-LV
The unit scrolls CD text names, folder names, file names or tag display. The disc titles input manually (page 17) cannot be scrolled.
Scroll Type Setting (CDE-9845RX/CDE-9843RX only)
TYPE1 (Initial setting) / TYPE2
Choose from two scrolling methods. Select the type you prefer. TYPE1 TYPE2 : The characters scroll sequentially, appearing from the right side of the display. : The characters are displayed one by one, and disappear one by one from the left side of the display after the screen is filled up with the characters.
FM-LV REG*1 PISK*2 SUBW PWR FM-LV
*1 Refer to Receiving RDS Regional (Local) Stations (page 7) *2 Refer to PI SEEK Setting (page 8) *3 CDE-9845RB only
Press BAND to change the setting.
(e.g. Select SUBW ON or SUBW OFF.)

Press F/SETUP again.

The display returns to normal mode.
Demonstration (CDE-9845RX only)
DEMO ON / DEMO OFF (Initial setting)
This unit has a demonstration feature for the display and sound.
To quit Demo mode, set to DEMO OFF.

MP3/WMA

Playing MP3/WMA Data (CDE-9845RX/CDE-9843RX only)
CDE-9845RX: CDDA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3 CDE-9843RX: CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3

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.
This product can playback CDs containing both CD and MP3/WMA data. However, in some situations (some enhanced CDs), playback may be difficult. For these special cases, you can select playback of CD data only. When a disc contains both CD or the MP3/WMA data, playback starts from the CD data portion of the disc.
CD-DA : Only CD data can be played back. CDDA/MP3 : Both CD data and MP3/WMA file tracks can be played back.

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 (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.
Perform this setting before inserting a disc. If a disc has already been inserted, perform the setting after you remove the disc.

External Device

Connecting to an External Amplifier
CDE-9845RX: POWER IC ON (Initial setting) / POWER IC OFF CDE-9843RX/CDE-9841R: PWR ON (Initial setting) / PWR OFF
When an external amplifier is connected, sound quality can be improved by stopping the power supply of the built-in amplifier.
POWER IC OFF : Use this mode when the front pre-amplifier of the unit is used to drive an external amplifier connected to the speakers. In this setting, the head units internal amplifier has no output to drive speakers. Front left Front right
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.

Amplifier

POWER IC ON : The speakers are driven by the built-in amplifier.

8 Battery Lead (Yellow) Connect this lead to the positive (+) post of the vehicles battery.
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.

Appendix

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1. Cassette Player 2. CD Player 3. MD Player 4. DVD Player 5. CD Changer 6. Amplifier 7. Speaker 8. Subwoofer 9. Monitor Controller 10. Video Monitor 11. Navigation 12. Processor/Equalizer 13. CD/Video CD Changer 14. Other
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