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.

CAUTION

This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in injury or material property damage. HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS.
Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for repairing.

PRECAUTIONS

Product Cleaning
Use a soft dry cloth for periodic cleaning of the product. For more severe stains, please dampen the cloth with water only. Anything else has the chance of dissolving the paint or damaging the plastic.
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.

INCORRECT

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

Disc 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.

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)

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
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
Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo marks below.
If you use unspecified compact discs, correct performance cannot be guaranteed. You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordables)/CD-RWs (CD-ReWritables) which have been recorded only on audio devices. You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3 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, copy-protected CDs which do not conform to the audio CD industry standard. Use discs with MP3 files written in a format compatible with this unit. For details, see pages 10-11. ROM data other than audio files contained in a disc will not produce sound when played back. Apple, the Apple logo and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to use this product in any commercial (i.e. revenuegeneration) real time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or any other media), broadcasting/streaming via internet, intranets and/or other networks or in other electronic content distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications. An independent license for such use is required. For details, please visit http://www. mp3licensing.com

/ /ENT SOURCE/

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.

AUDIO/ RTN (Release)

MUTE/SETUP

Accessory List

Head unit...1 Power cable..1 Mounting sleeve...1 Carrying case...1 Bracket key...2 Screw (M5 8)...4 Owners Manual... 1 set
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.

Initial System Start-Up

Be sure to press the RESET switch when using the unit for the first time, after changing the car battery, etc.

Turning Power On and Off

Press SOURCE/ to turn on the unit.
The unit can be turned on by pressing any other button except TITLE, and (Release).
Turn off the unit power. Remove the detachable front panel. Press RESET with a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object.
Press and hold SOURCE/ turn off the unit.
for at least 2 seconds to

RESET switch

The first time power is turned on, the volume will start from level 12.
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel

Detaching

Adjusting Volume
Press or until the desired sound is obtained.
or will change the volume level Pressing and holding continuously.
Turn off the unit power. Press (Release) at the lower left side until the front panel pops out. 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. When detaching the front panel, do not apply excessive force as it may result in malfunction.

Lowering Volume Quickly

Activating the Audio Mute function will instantly lower the volume level by 20 dB.

TUNE/A.ME SOURCE/ BAND

Press MUTE/SETUP to activate the MUTE mode.
The audio level will decrease by about 20 dB.
Pressing MUTE/SETUP again will bring the audio back to its previous level.

Setting Time

Press and hold MUTE/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to activate the SETUP mode. Press or to select the CLOCK ADJ mode, and then press / /ENT.
The time indication will blink.
Preset buttons (1 through 6)

Listening to Radio

Press or to adjust the hours while the time indication is blinking. When the hour has been adjusted, press / /ENT.

Press SOURCE/

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

Insert a disc with the label side facing up.
The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically, and the DISC IN indicator lights up.
If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station you were listening to before the auto memory procedure began.
When a disc is already inserted, press SOURCE/ switch to the DISC mode.
The mode will change every time the button is pressed.
Tuning to Preset Stations
* Only when the iPod is connected.
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.
While playing back MP3, press 1 the desired folder.
Pressing and holding 1 continuously. or

2 to select

2 will change folders
to select the desired track (file).
Returning to the beginning of the current track (file): Press. Fast backward: Press and hold.
Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file): Press. Fast forward: Press and hold.
To pause playback, press / /ENT. Pressing / /ENT again will resume playback.

To eject the disc, press

Do not remove a CD during its eject cycle. Do not load more than one disc at a time. A malfunction may result from doing either. If the CD does not eject, press and hold for at least 2 seconds. The DISC IN indicator lights up when a disc is inserted. The CD-player can play discs containing audio data and MP3 data. The track display for MP3 data playback is the file numbers recorded on the disc. The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back.

M.I.X. (Random Play)

Press 5 in the play or pause mode.
The tracks (files) on the disc will be played back in random sequence. To cancel M.I.X. play, press 5 CD mode : again.

MP3 Play Display

The folder number and file number will be displayed as described below.
: The tracks are played back in random sequence.

F101 T103

Folder number display File number display
MP3 mode : : Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence. : The files are played back in random sequence.
Press TITLE to switch the display. See Displaying the Text on page 13 for information about display switching.

Press or to select Folder Name Search mode or File Name Search mode, and then press / /ENT.

Folder Name Search mode

to select the desired folder.
Press and hold / /ENT for at least 2 seconds to play back the first file in the selected folder.
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 AUDIO/RTN to exit Folder Name Search mode in step 3 in order to select File Name Search mode. The root folder is displayed as . Folder Name Search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.

File Name Search mode

Press 1
2 to select another Folder. or.
Select the desired file by pressing 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 AUDIO/RTN in the search mode to return to the previous mode. File Name Search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.
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.

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.

About Text

Text: Text compatible CDs contain text information such as the disc name and track name. Such text information is referred to as text.
Some characters may not be displayed correctly with this device, depending on the character type. NO SUPPORT is displayed when the desired text information cannot be displayed on this unit. The text or tag information may not be correctly displayed, depending on the contents.
*1 Displayed only when SUBW is on. *2 Refer to Setting Time (page 7).

to change the setting.

(e.g. Select SUBW ON or SUBW OFF.)

Displaying Time

Press TITLE repeatedly until the time is displayed.
Each press changes the display. For details, see Displaying the Text on page 13. 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. When the power is off but the ignition key is on, press TITLE to display or turn off the time.
Press and hold MUTE/SETUP for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.
Press AUDIO/RTN to return to the previous mode. If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to normal mode automatically.

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 In the normal mode, press AUDIO/RTN repeatedly to select the SUBW mode.
SUBW BASS TREBLE BAL DEFEAT VOLUME SUBW FADER LOUD
2 Adjust the level by pressing
Setting the Subwoofer System
SUBW SYS 1 (Initial setting) / SUBW SYS 2
Connecting to an External Amplifier (POWER IC)
POW ON (Initial setting) / POW OFF
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.
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.

Dimmer Control

DIM AUTO (Initial setting) / DIM MANUAL
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.

Amplifier

Front left Front right

Scroll Type Setting

SCR TYPE1 / SCR TYPE2 (Initial setting) POW ON :
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.
The speakers are driven by the built-in amplifier.

Speakers

SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT

Front right

SPEAKER RIGHT REAR
Scroll Setting (TEXT SCR)
SCR AUTO / SCR MANU (Initial setting)

Rear right

This CD player can scroll the disc and track names recorded on CDTEXT discs, as well as the text information of MP3 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.

SPEAKER LEFT REAR

Rear left

SCR MANU:

SPEAKER LEFT FRONT

Front left

The unit scrolls CD text names, folder names, file names or tag display.
No sound is produced by the system when the power output is set to OFF.

Demonstration

DEMO ON / DEMO OFF (Initial setting)
This unit has a demonstration feature for the display. To quit Demo mode, set to DEMO OFF.
Playing MP3 Data (PLAY MODE)
CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3
This unit can play back CDs containing both CD and MP3 data (created in Enhanced CD (CD Extra) format). However, in some situations, playback of an enhaned 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 the MP3 data, playback starts from the CD data portion of the disc.

Return to the beginning of the current song: Press. Fast backward of the current song: Press and hold. Advance to the beginning of the next song: Press. Fast forward of the current song: Press and hold.

To pause playback, press

Pressing /
/ENT again will resume playback.
A song playing on the iPod while it is connected to this unit, will continue to play from where it was paused after disconnection.
and to select the desired Song, and then / /ENT.
After pressing and holding / /ENT for at least 2 seconds while in each hierarchy (except SONG hierarchy), all songs of the selected hierarchy are played back. After selecting [ALL] in the search mode with *, press and hold / /ENT for at least 2 seconds to play back all songs in the iPod or selected search mode. While in the search mode, if you press and hold /ESC for 2 seconds, or no operation is performed for 10 seconds, the search mode is canceled. In the search mode, pressing AUDIO/RTN will return to the previous mode. Search cannot be made during M.I.X. play. NO SONG will be displayed if there are no songs in the selected playlist in the PLAYLIST search mode. NO PODCAST will be displayed if there is no podcast data in the iPod in the PODCAST search mode. If iPod name stored in the iPod is selected in the desired Playlist search mode, and / /ENT is pressed, you can search for all songs in the iPod. Also, if you press and hold / /ENT for at least 2 seconds, all songs in the iPod are played back. Depending on the iPod, podcast search is not supported. If any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) is pressed in the search mode, a search can be made quickly by skipping to the specified location. For details, refer to Direct Search Function on page 17.
Select Playlist/Artist/Album/Podcast/ Genre/Composer
Playlist/Artist/Album/Podcast/Genre/Composer can be easily changed. For example, if you listen to a song from a selected album, the album can be changed.
Press 1 or 2 to select the desired Playlist/Artist/ Album/Podcast/Genre/Composer.
If the song search mode was used to select a song, this function is inactive. If an album is selected during an artist search, other albums by that artist are searchable. This function is inactive during shuffle (M.I.X.) playback.
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.)
The Shuffle function of the iPod is displayed as M.I.X. on this unit.

Shuffle Albums:

The songs on each album are played back in proper order. Upon completion of the all the songs on the album, the next album is selected randomly. This continues until all albums have been played.

Direct Search Function

The units direct search function can be used to search for an album, song, etc., more efficiently. In Playlist/Artist/Album/Song/Podcast/ Genre/Composer mode, you can quickly target any song.

Shuffle Songs:

Song shuffle randomly plays back songs within a selected category (playlist, album, etc.). The songs within the category are played just once until all songs have been played.

Press 5

M.I.X.
In the search mode, press any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) to quickly skip over a designated percent of your song content.
Song search example: If there are 100 songs in your iPod, they are divided into 6 groups using percentages (shown below). These groups are assigned to the preset buttons (1 through 6). Example 1: Suppose the song you are searching for is located at around the middle (50%) of your library: press button 4 to jump to the 50th song and press or to find the desired song. Example 2: Suppose the song you are searching for is located near the end (83%) of your library: press button 6 to jump to the 83rd song and press or to find the desired song.
The songs are played back in random sequence. M.I.X. M.I.X. (off) (Shuffle Albums) (Shuffle Songs)
To cancel M.I.X. play, select (off) with the above procedure.
If a song is selected in the album search mode before selecting M.I.X. play, the songs will not play back randomly even when Shuffle Albums is selected.

Shuffle ALL:

Shuffle ALL plays all songs in the iPod randomly. Any one song does not play back again until all songs have been played back.

Press 6.

The songs are played back in random sequence. M.I.X. (Shuffle ALL) (off) M.I.X.
0% Preset buttons Songs 1 First song
All 100 songs (100%) 17% 33% 50% 67% 2 17th song 3 33rd song 4 50th song 5 67th song

83% 6 83rd song

If Shuffle ALL is selected, the selected songs being played back in the search mode are canceled.

Only Repeat One is available for the iPod.

Repeat One:

A single song is repeatedly played back.
The Song is played back repeatedly. RPT (off) (Repeat One)
To cancel repeat play, select (off) with the above procedure.
During repeat playback, no other songs are selectable by pressing or.
You can display the tag information of a song in the iPod.
Each press changes the display. If you want to change the display when the text scroll is set to MANU, press TITLE while the text is scrolling. If the scroll has been completed, press TITLE to scroll the text again. 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 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). 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.

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

MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS.
Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or product damage.
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.
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.
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-9870. This will reduce any chance of damage to the unit in case of a short-circuit. Be sure to connect the colour 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-9870 to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDE-9870 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-9870 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.

This unit Bracket Keys (Included)

Less than 35

Mounting Sleeve (Included)

Dashboard

3. Pull the unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do so.

<JAPANESE CAR>

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 Detachable Front Panel (refer to page 6). Remove the mounting sleeve from the main unit (see Removal on page 23).

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 (*3) already attached to the vehicles chassis.
Metal Mounting Strap *1 This unit Ground Lead Chassis

Connections

To iPod Antenna
Blue Blue/White POWER ANT

To power antenna

REMOTE TURN-ON

To amplifier

Pink/Black AUDIO INTERRUPT IN

To Vehicle phone

Orange Red Yellow ILLUMINATION IGNITION BATTERY
To the instrument cluster illumination lead

Ignition Key

Battery
Gray SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Gray/Black Violet/Black SPEAKER RIGHT REAR Violet Green SPEAKER LEFT REAR Green/Black White/Black SPEAKER LEFT FRONT White

Speakers Front Right

Rear Right

Rear Left

Front Left Speakers Front or Subwoofers*
Antenna Receptacle Power Antenna Lead (Blue)
Connect this lead to the +B terminal of your power antenna, if applicable. This lead should be used only for controlling the vehicles power antenna. Do not use this lead to turn on an amplifier or a signal processor, etc.
Left Rear (+) Speaker Output Lead (Green) Left Rear () Speaker Output Lead (Green/Black) Left Front () Speaker Output Lead (White/Black) Left Front (+) Speaker Output Lead (White) Fuse Holder (10A) Front/Subwoofer* Output RCA Connectors
RED is right and WHITE is left. * When Subwoofer is set to OFF: Output is from Front speakers. When Subwoofer is set to ON: Output is from Subwoofer.
Remote Turn-On Lead (Blue/White)
Connect this lead to the remote turn-on lead of your amplifier or signal processor.
Audio Interrupt In Lead (Pink/Black)
Connect this lead to the Audio interface output of a cellular phone which provides ground shorting when a call is received.
RCA Extension Cable (sold separately) iPod Direct Connector
Control iPod signals. Connect this to an iPod by using the FULL SPEEDTM Connection Cable (KCE-422i) (sold separately).
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.

USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.
DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS.
Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result in fire.
USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.
Use for other than its designed application may result in fire, electric shock or other injury.
DO NOT PLACE HANDS, FINGERS OR FOREIGN OBJECTS IN INSERTION SLOTS OR GAPS.
Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the product.

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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.

INCORRECT

New Discs
To prevent the CD from jamming, ERROR is displayed if discs with irregular surfaces are inserted or if discs are inserted incorrectly. When a new disc is ejected immediately after initial loading, use your finger to feel around the inside of the 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 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.

Outside (Bumps)

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
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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
Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo marks below.
If you use unspecified compact discs, correct performance cannot be guaranteed. You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordables)/CD-RWs (CDReWritables) which have been recorded only on audio devices. You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3 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, copy-protected CDs which do not conform to the audio CD industry standard. Use discs with MP3 files written in a format compatible with this unit. For details, see pages 12-13. ROM data other than audio files contained in a disc will not produce sound when played back. Apple, the Apple logo and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, noncommercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to use this product in any commercial (i.e. revenuegeneration) real time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or any other media), broadcasting/streaming via internet, intranets and/or other networks or in other electronic content distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications. An independent license for such use is required. For details, please visit http://www. mp3licensing.com

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SOURCE/ TUNE/A.ME BAND/TA
Presetting Stations Automatically
Press BAND/TA repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. Press and hold TUNE/A.ME for at least 2 seconds.
The frequency on the display continues to change while the automatic memory is in progress. The tuner will automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band. They will be stored into preset buttons 1 to 6 in order of signal strength. When the automatic memory has been completed, the tuner goes to the station stored in preset location No.1.
Preset buttons (1 through 6) FUNC./SETUP
If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station you were listening to before the auto memory procedure began.

Listening to Radio

Tuning to Preset Stations

Press SOURCE/

to select TUNER mode.

F1 (FM1)

Press BAND/TA 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.
Press BAND/TA repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed.
F1 (FM1) F2 (FM2) F3 (FM3) MW LW
Press TUNE/A.ME to select the tuning mode.
DX SEEK (Distance mode) SEEK (Local mode) OFF (Manual mode) DX SEEK
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).
If the indicator is illuminated, turn off the indicator by pressing FUNC./SETUP, and then you can perform the operation.
to tune in the desired station.
or will change the frequency
Holding down continuously.
Presetting Stations Manually
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) into which you wish to store the station.
The selected station is stored. The display shows the band, preset number and station frequency memorized.
A total of 30 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations for each band; FM1, FM2, FM3, MW and LW). 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. If the indicator is illuminated, turn off the indicator by pressing FUNC./SETUP, and then you can perform the operation.

Pressing and holding 1 continuously. /AF or

MP3 mode :

2 will change folders
to select the desired track (file).
: Only a file is repeatedly played back. : Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back.
Returning to the beginning of the current track (file): Press. Fast backward: Press and hold.
Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file): Press. Fast forward: Press and hold.

To pause playback, press

Pressing /
/ENT again will resume playback.
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M.I.X. (Random Play)

Press 5 in the play or pause mode.
The tracks (files) on the disc will be played back in random sequence. To cancel M.I.X. play, press 5 CD mode : again.
File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3)
Folder and file names may be searched and displayed during playback.
During MP3 playback, press search mode.

/ESC to activate the

: The tracks are played back in random sequence.
Press or to select Folder Name Search mode or File Name Search mode, and then press / /ENT.

Folder Name Search mode

: Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence. : The files are played back in random sequence.
to select the desired folder.
Press and hold / /ENT for at least 2 seconds to play back the first file in the selected folder.
Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode is cancelled 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 AUDIO/RTN to exit Folder Name Search mode in step 3 in order to select File Name Search mode. The root folder is displayed as . Folder Name Search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.

Searching from CD Text

Tracks can be searched and played by using the CD text on the disc. In the case of discs that do not support text, searches can be made by using the track numbers.

File Name Search mode

Encoding

Converting music CDs, WAVE (AIFF) files, and other sound files into the specified audio compression format.

AUDIO/RTN/A.SEL

Song information such as track titles, artist names, album names, etc., written into MP3 files. MP3: ID3 tag
Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Loudness/Defeat
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.
Press AUDIO/RTN repeatedly to choose the desired mode.
Each press changes the mode as follows:
SUBW*1 BASS TREBLE BAL DEFEAT VOLUME SUBW Subwoofer : 0 ~ +15 Bass level: 7 ~ +7 Treble level: 7 ~ +7 Balance : L15 ~ R15 Fader : R15 ~ F15 Loudness : ON/OFF Defeat : ON/OFF Volume : 0 ~ 35 FADER LOUD*2
If no operation is performed for 5 seconds after selecting the SUBW, BASS, TREBLE, BAL, FADER, LOUD or DEFEAT mode, the unit automatically returns to normal mode. *1 When the subwoofer mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be adjusted. *2 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. The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON.

Press or each mode.

until the desired sound is obtained in
By setting Defeat ON, previously adjusted settings of BASS and TREBLE will return to the factory defaults.
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Setting the Bass Control

You can change the Bass Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.
Setting the Treble Control
You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.
Press and hold A.SEL for at least 2 seconds to activate the Sound Setting mode. Press A.SEL repeatedly to select the BASS mode.

BASS TREBLE HPF BASS

Press and hold A.SEL for at least 2 seconds to activate the Sound Setting mode. Press A.SEL repeatedly to select the TREBLE mode.
Setting the Bass Centre Frequency
Setting the Treble Centre Frequency
3-1 Press BAND/TA to select the desired bass centre

frequency.

80 Hz 100 Hz 200 Hz 60 Hz 80 Hz
3-1 Press BAND/TA to select the desired treble centre
10.0 kHz 12.5 kHz 15.0 kHz 17.5 kHz 10.0 kHz
Emphasizes the displayed bass frequency ranges.
Emphasizes the displayed treble frequency ranges.
Setting the Bass Bandwidth

Setting the Treble Level

3-2 Press SOURCE/

bandwidth.

to select the desired bass

3-2* Press

to select the desired treble level

(7~+7).

You can emphasize the treble level.
Changes the boosted bass bandwidth to wide or narrow. A wider 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.
Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.

Setting the Bass 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, MW (LW), CD, etc.) until the setting is changed. The Treble frequency settings adjusted for one source are effective for all other sources (FM, MW (LW), CD, etc.). The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON. *2 The adjustment can also be made by pressing AUDIO/RTN. Refer to Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Loudness/Defeat (page 13).

-3*1Press (7~+7).

to select the desired bass level
You can emphasize or weaken the bass level.
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, MW (LW), 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, MW (LW), CD, etc.). The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON. *1 The adjustment can also be made by pressing AUDIO/RTN. Refer to Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Loudness/Defeat (page 13).
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Adjusting the High Pass Filter
The High Pass Filter on this unit can be adjusted to suit your personal taste.
Press and hold A.SEL for at least 2 seconds to activate the Sound Setting mode. Press A.SEL repeatedly to select the HPF mode.
BASS TREBLE HPF BASS TITLE
to select the desired HPF frequency.

120 Hz 160 Hz

Displaying the Text
Text information, such as the disc name and the track name, will be displayed if playing a CD text compatible disc. It is also possible to display the folder name, the file name and the tag, etc., while playing MP3 files.

Press and hold FUNC./SETUP for at least 2 seconds to activate the SETUP mode. Press or to select the desired SETUP menu, and then press / /ENT.

(e.g. Select SUBWOOFER)

FM-LEVEL REGIONAL*1 PI SEEK*2 SUBWOOFER (SUBW SYS)*3 PLAY MODE SCROLLTYPE TEXT SCR POWER IC AUX+ SETUP DEMO FM-LEVEL
*1 Refer to Receiving RDS Regional (Local) Stations (page 8). *2 Refer to PI SEEK Setting (page 9). *3 Displayed only when SUBW is ON.

to change the setting.

(e.g. Select SUBW ON or SUBW OFF.)
Adjusting Source Signal Levels
FM-LV HI (Initial setting) / FM-LV LOW
If the difference in volume level between the CD player and FM radio is too great, adjust the FM signal level.
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Subwoofer On and Off

SUBW ON (Initial setting) / SUBW OFF
Playing MP3 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 AUDIO/RTN repeatedly to select the SUBW mode.
SUBW BASS TREBLE BAL DEFEAT VOLUME SUBW FADER. LOUD
2 Adjust the level by pressing
This unit can play back CDs containing both CD and MP3 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 data, playback starts from the CD data portion of the disc.
CD-DA: CDDA/MP3: Only the CD data in Session 1 can be played back. CD data, MP3 files in mixed mode, and multisession 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.
Connecting to an External Amplifier (POWER IC)
POW ON (Initial setting) / POW OFF

Scroll Type Setting

SCR TYPE1 / SCR TYPE2 (Initial setting)
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.
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.

Amplifier

Front left Front right
Scroll Setting (TEXT SCR)
SCR AUTO / SCR MANU (Initial setting)
This CD player can scroll the disc and track names recorded on CDTEXT discs, as well as the text information of MP3 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.

POW ON:

The speakers are driven by the built-in amplifier.

Speakers

SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT

SCR MANU:

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

SPEAKER RIGHT REAR

Rear right

Demonstration

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

SPEAKER LEFT REAR

Rear left

SPEAKER LEFT FRONT

Front left
No sound is produced by the system when the power output is set to OFF.
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Setting the AUX+ Mode

AUX+ ON / AUX+ OFF (Initial setting)
You can input the audio of a connected external device, (such as a portable player) to the iPod Direct connector of this unit, using an iPod Direct/RCA Interface cable. An external device and an iPod cannot be connected at the same time.
AUX+ ON: Set to ON when an external device is connected. If SOURCE/ is pressed and AUX+ is selected, the sound of the external device is input to the unit. Set to OFF when an iPod is connected.

/ESC / /ENT SOURCE/ /AF

AUX+ OFF:

AUDIO/RTN

Preset buttons (1 through 6)
An iPod can be connected to this unit by using the proprietary ALPINE FULL SPEED Connection Cable (KCE-422i) (sold separately). When this unit is connected by using the cable, the controls on the iPod are not functional. Set AUX+ SETUP to OFF when an iPod is connected (refer to Setting the AUX+ Mode on page 18).

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). 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.

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.
A sampling rate/bit rate not supported by the unit is used. - Use a sampling rate/bit rate that is supported by the unit.
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Specifications

FM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range Mono Usable Sensitivity Alternate Channel Selectivity Signal-to-Noise Ratio Stereo Separation Capture Ratio MW TUNER SECTION Tuning Range Sensitivity (IEC Standard) LW 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 Maximum Power Output Maximum Pre-Output Voltage Bass Treble Weight 14.4 V DC (11-16 V allowable) 45 W V/10 k ohms 14 dB at 60 Hz 14 dB at 10 kHz 1.6 kg (3 lbs. 8 oz) 795 nm CLASS I 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) 153-281 kHz 31.6 V/30 dB 531-1,602 kHz 25.1 V/28 dB 87.5-108.0 MHz 0.7 V 80 dB 65 dB 35 dB 2.0 dB
CHASSIS SIZE Width Height Depth NOSEPIECE SIZE Width Height Depth 170 mm (6-3/4") 46 mm (1-13/16") 18 mm (11/16") 178 mm (7") 50 mm (2") 161 mm (6-3/8")
Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

(Bottom side of player)
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Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and pages 3 and 5 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

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

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.
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.
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 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.

Precautions

Be sure to disconnect the cable from the () battery post before installing your CDE-9870R. This will reduce any chance of damage to the unit in case of a short-circuit. Be sure to connect the colour 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-9870R to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDE-9870R 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-9870R 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.

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.
Power Antenna Lead (Blue)
Connect this lead to the +B terminal of your power antenna, if applicable. This lead should be used only for controlling the vehicles power antenna. Do not use this lead to turn on an amplifier or a signal processor, etc.
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.
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Appendix

Product Information Card Produkt-Informationskarte Carte dinformations sur le Tarjeta de informacin del produit producto

English

Filling in this Product Information Card is voluntary. If you fill in this card and send it to Alpine, your data will be tabulated into reference data for future Alpine product development. In addition, in the future you may receive information about new products or Survey Mail requesting additional opinions about Alpine products or services. If you agree to the above term, please sign your name in the indicated space and return the card. Any additional comments or inquiries may be sent to : Person in charge of Customer Service department Alpine Electronics (Europe) GmbH. Frankfurter Ring 117, 80807 Mnchen, Germany Phone: +49-(0)89-640

Deutsch

Das Ausfllen dieser Produktinformations-Karte ist freiwillig. Sollten Sie diese Karte vervollstndigen, so werden die Daten fr zuknftige Produktentwicklungen von Alpine als Referenzdaten herangezogen. Ebenso knnen Sie in der Zukunft Informationen ber neue Alpine Produkte erhalten oder uns auch Ihre Meinung ber Alpine Produkte und Dienstleistungen im Rahmen von Kunden-Befragungen mitteilen. Stimmen Sie dem Kontakt durch Alpine zu, so wrden wir Sie bitten, in dem dafr vorgesehenen Feld zu unterschreiben und die Karte kostenfrei an uns zurckzuschicken. Zustzliche Kommentare und Meinungen knnen Sie gerne an den zustndigen Kontakt im Kundendienst Alpine Electronics (Europe) GmbH senden. Frankfurter Ring 117, 80807 Mnchen, Germany Phone: 089-640 Q1. gekauftes Gert

1. Alpine (Modellnr.) 2. Anderer Hersteller (Herstellername)
Q4. Si cest un systme de navigation, quel moniteur?
1. Alpine (N du modle) 2. Autre (Marque)
Q4. En caso de sistema de navegacin, qu monitor?
1. Alpine (N de modelo) 2. Otros (Nombre de marca)
Q5. STORE TYPE WHERE PURCHASED:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Car Audio Specialist Audio/Video Store Electronics/Appliance Store Car Accessories Shop Other
Q5. Art des Geschfts, in dem Sie das Gert gekauft haben:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Spezialist fr Auto-Audioanlagen Audio/Video-Geschft Elektro-Geschft Autozubehr-Geschft Anderer Hersteller
Q5. TYPE DE MAGASIN OU VOUS AVEZ ACHETE LE PRODUIT:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Spcialiste autoradio Magasin audio/vido Magasin dlectronique/appareils Magasin daccessoires automobiles Autre
Q5. TIPO DE TIENDA DONDE COMPR:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Especialista en audio de automviles Tienda de audio/video Tienda de electrnica/electrodomsticos Tienda de accesorios automovilsticos Otros
Q6. Type of vehicle in which this unit is installed:
Make: Purchased Year: 1. Purchase 2. Lease Model: Model Year:
Q6. Art des Fahrzeugs, in das das Gert installiert wurde:
Marke: gekauft im Jahr: 1. Kauf 2. Leasing Modell: Baujahr:
Q6. Type de vhicule dans lequel cet appareil est install:
Marque: Anne dachat: Modle: Anne du modle:
Q6. Tipo de vehiculo en que la unidad est instalada:
Marca: Ao de compra: 1. compra 2. Leasing Modelo: Ao del modelo:
Q7. How was this vehicle purchased? Q8. Purpose of buying this unit?
1. 2. 1. 2. 3. Addition Replacement Previous brand replaced? Factory installed Alpine Other (Brand Name)
Q7. Cmo fue comprado este vehiculo? Q8. Propsito de comprar esta unidad?
1. 2. 1. 2. 3. Mejora del sistema Sustitucin Sustitucin de marca anterior? Instalado en la fbrica Alpine Otros (Nombre de marca)
Q7. Wie haben Sie das Fahrzeug gekauft? Q8. Zweck des Kaufs dieses Gerts?
1. 2. 1. 2. 3. Zustzlich Austausch Marke des ausgetauschten Gerts? Serienmige Ausstattung Alpine Anderer Hersteller (Herstellername)
Q7. Comment avez-vous achet ce vhicule?
1. Achat 2. Location-bail
Q8. Pourquoi avez-vous achet cet appareil?
1. 2. 1. 2. 3. Addition Remplacement Marque prcdente remplace? Installe en usine Alpine Autre (Marque)
Q9. Have you purchased Alpine products before?
1. First time 2. Two or More times
Q9. Ha comprado Vd. productos Alpine anteriormente?
1. Primera vez 2. Dos o ms veces
Q10.When you purchased this Alpine unit, did you compare it with other brand?
1. Yes (Brand Name) 2. No.
Q9. War dies das erste Mal, dass Sie ein Alpine-Gert gekauft haben?
1. Erstes Mal 2. Zweites Mal oder fter