While playing back MP3/WMA/AAC, press to select the desired folder.
Pressing and holding 1 continuously. or 2 will change folders
to select the desired track (file).

CD mode :

Returning to the beginning of the current track (file): Press. Fast backward: Press and hold.
: Only a track is repeatedly played back.
Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file): Press. Fast forward: Press and hold.
MP3/WMA/AAC mode : : Only a file is repeatedly played back.

To pause playback, press

Pressing /
: Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back.
/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 indicator lights up when a disc is inserted. Three-inch (8 cm) CDs cannot be used. The CD-player can play discs containing audio data, MP3 data, WMA data and AAC data. WMA format files that are protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management), AAC format files that have been purchased from the iTunes Store and files that are copy-protected (copyright protection) cannot be played back on this unit. The track display for MP3/WMA/AAC data playback is the file numbers recorded on the disc. The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back.

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.
: The tracks are played back in random sequence.

MP3/WMA/AAC Play Display

The folder number and file number will be displayed as described below. MP3/WMA/AAC mode :

F101 T103

Folder number display File number display
: Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence. : The files are played back in random sequence.
Press VIEW to switch the display. See Displaying the Text (page 14) for information about display switching. * In the USB mode, all files stored in the USB memory are played back indicator lights up. in random sequence, and the

Repeat Play

Press played.
4 to play back repeatedly the track being
The track (file) will be played repeatedly. 4 again and select off to deactivate repeat play.

Searching for CD Text

On discs utilizing CD Text, songs can be searched and played by using their recorded titles. For discs without CD Text, searches are made using the track numbers associated with each song.

Quick Search

You can search for tracks (files).

/ESC during play.

indicator lights
Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds in the CD/MP3/WMA/AAC mode to activate Quick Search mode.
The indicator lights up.
This will set the search mode, and the up.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired track, and then press / /ENT.
This will play the selected track.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select a desired track (file).
The selected track is played back immediately.
Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode is canceled if no operation is performed for 10 seconds. When CD Text Search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play mode will be canceled.
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.

About MP3/WMA/AAC

File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3/WMA/AAC)
Folder and file names may be searched and displayed during playback.
During MP3/WMA/AAC playback, press activate the search mode.

/ESC to

Except for private use, duplicating audio data (including MP3/WMA/AAC data) or distributing, transferring, or copying it, whether for free or for a fee, without permission of the copyright holder is strictly prohibited by the Copyright Act and by international treaty.

What is MP3?

Turn the Rotary encoder to select Folder Name Search mode or File Name Search mode, and then press / /ENT.
MP3, whose official name is MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3, is a compression standard prescribed by the ISO, the International Standardization Organization and MPEG which is a joint activity institution of the IEC. MP3 files contain compressed audio data. MP3 encoding is capable of compressing audio data at extremely high ratios, reducing the size of music files to as much as one-tenth their original size. This is achieved while still maintaining near CD quality. The MP3 format realizes such high compression ratios by eliminating the sounds that are either inaudible to the human ear or masked by other sounds. What is WMA? WMA, or Windows Media Audio, is compressed audio data. WMA is similar to MP3 audio data and can achieve CD quality sound with small file sizes. What is AAC? AAC is the abbreviation for Advanced Audio Coding, and is a basic format of audio compression used by MPEG2 or MPEG4. Method for creating MP3/WMA/AAC files Audio data is compressed using software with MP3/WMA/AAC codecs. For details on creating MP3/WMA/AAC files, refer to the users manual for that software. MP3/WMA/AAC files that are playable on this device have the file extensions mp3 / wma / m4a. Files with no extension cannot be played back (WMA ver. 7.1, 8 and 9 are supported). Protected files are not supported, neither are raw AAC files (using the.aac extension). There are many different versions of the AAC format. Confirm that the software being used conforms to the acceptable formats listed above. Its possible that the format may be unplayable even though the extension is valid. Playback of AAC files encoded by iTunes is supported.

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

Turning Loudness On/Off

Loudness introduces a special low- and high-frequency emphasis at low listening levels. This compensates for the ears decreased sensitivity to bass and treble sound.
Press SOUND/SETUP repeatedly to select the TREBLE mode.
Press and hold Rotary encoder (LOUD) for at least 2 seconds to activate or deactivate the loudness mode.
The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON.
Setting the Treble Center Frequency
2-1 Press BAND to select the desired treble center
10.0 kHz 12.5 kHz 15.0 kHz 17.5 kHz 10.0 kHz
Emphasizes the displayed treble frequency ranges.

Setting the Treble Level

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

treble level (7~+7).

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

POW OFF: Use this mode when the line output of this unit is used to drive an external amplifier. In this setting, the head units internal amplifier is turned OFF and cannot drive speakers.
Choose from two scrolling methods. Select the type you prefer.
SCR TYPE1: SCR TYPE2: The characters scroll from right to left, a single character at a time. Words are built up from left to right, a single character at a time. When the display is filled, it is cleared and the remaining words are displayed the same way until all words of the title have been shown.

Amplifier

Front left Front right Rear left Rear right

POW ON :

The speakers are driven by the built-in amplifier.

Speakers

SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT

Front right

SPEAKER RIGHT REAR

Rear right SOURCE/

SPEAKER LEFT REAR

Rear left

Controlling USB memory (Optional)
A USB memory device may be connected to this unit. With USB memory connected, playback of files on the device is controlled from this unit. The controls on this unit for USB memory operation are operative only when a USB memory is connected.

SPEAKER LEFT FRONT

Front left
No sound is produced by the system when the power output is set to OFF.
Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode
AUX+ ON / AUX+ OFF (Initial setting)
Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Files with the USB memory (Optional)
If you connect a USB memory containing MP3/WMA/AAC, you can play these files on this unit.
An external device (such as a portable music player) can be connected to the Full Speed connector of this unit. A conversion cable (KCA-237B) for building up the AUX IN (optional) is required. A portable music device and an iPhone/iPod cannot be connected to the Full Speed connector at the same time.
AUX+ ON: Set to ON when a portable device is connected. If SOURCE/ is pressed and AUX+ is selected, the sound of the portable device is input to the unit.

Press SOURCE/ mode.

to switch to the USB AUDIO
TUNER DISC USB AUDIO BT AUDIO*3 AUX*4 TUNER iPod*1 / AUX+*2
AUX+ OFF: Set to OFF when an iPhone/iPod is connected.
You can change the AUX+ name display when AUX+ SETUP is set to ON. Press / /ENT when AUX+ SETUP is set to ON, and select AUX+ NAME by turning the Rotary encoder, then press / /ENT. After that, turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired AUX+ name.
Setting the AUX NAME mode
AUXILIARY*1(Initial setting) / TV / DVD / PORTABLE*2 / GAME
*1 Displayed only when the iPhone/iPod is connected and AUX+ SETUP is set to OFF, refer to Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode (page 17). 2 Displayed only when the AUX+ SETUP is set to ON, refer to Setting * the AUX+ SETUP Mode (page 17). *3 Only when BT IN is set to ADAPTER, refer to Setting the Bluetooth Connection (BT IN) (page 16). *4 Refer to Using the Front AUX Input Terminal (page 15).

Only Repeat One is available for the iPhone/iPod.

Repeat One:

A single song is repeatedly played back.
The song is played back repeatedly. (Repeat One)
To cancel repeat play, select (off) with the above procedure.
During repeat playback, no other songs are selectable by pressing or.
You can display the tag information of a song in the iPhone/iPod.
Each press changes the display. When the TEXT SCR is set to SCR MANU, press and hold VIEW for at least 2 seconds, the current text will be scrolled one time. TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME TRACK NO./CLOCK ARTIST NAME* ALBUM NAME* SONG TITLE* TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME * TAG information ARTIST/ALBUM/SONG is displayed if there is no tag information. Only alphanumeric characters (ASCII) can be displayed. If the artist, album or song name, created in iTunes, has too many characters, songs may not be played back when connected to the adapter. Therefore, a maximum of 250 characters is recommended. The maximum number of characters for the head unit is 64 (64 byte). Some characters may not be correctly displayed. NO SUPPORT is displayed if text information is not supported by the unit.

In Case of Difficulty

If you encounter a problem, please turn the power off, then on again. If the unit is still not functioning normally, please review the items in the following checklist. This guide will help you isolate the problem if the unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the rest of your system is properly connected or consult your authorized Alpine dealer.
CD insertion not possible. A CD is already in the CD player. - Eject the CD and remove it. The CD is being improperly inserted. - Make sure the CD is being inserted following instructions in the CD Player Operation section. Unable to fast forward or backward the CD. The CD has been damaged. - Eject the CD and discard it; using a damaged CD in your unit can cause damage to the mechanism. CD playback sound skips due to vibration. Improper mounting of the unit. - Securely re-mount the unit. The disc is very dirty. - Clean the disc. The disc has scratches. - Change the disc. The pick-up lens is dirty. - Do not use a commercially available lens cleaner disc. Consult your nearest Alpine dealer. CD playback sound skips without vibration. The disc is dirty or scratched. - Clean the disc; damaged disc should be replaced. Error displays (built-in CD player only). Mechanical error. - Press. After the error indication disappears, insert the disc again. If the above-mentioned solution does not solve the problem, consult your nearest Alpine dealer. CD-R/CD-RW playback not possible. Close session (finalization) has not been performed. - Perform finalization and attempt playback again.
No function or display. Vehicles ignition is off. - If connected following instructions, the unit will not operate with the vehicles ignition off. Improper power lead (Red) and battery lead (Yellow) connections. - Check power lead and battery lead connections. Blown fuse. - Check the fuse of the unit; replace with the proper value if necessary. Internal micro-computer malfunctioned due to interference noise etc. - Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or other pointed article.

NO SUPPORT

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

Indication for iPod Mode

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

UNIT ERROR

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

NO DEVICE

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

Indication for all Modes

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

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-102. This will reduce any chance of damage to the unit in case of a short-circuit. Be sure to connect the color coded leads according to the diagram. Incorrect connections may cause the unit to malfunction or damage to the vehicles electrical system. When making connections to the vehicles electrical system, be aware of the factory installed components (e.g. on-board computer). Do not tap into these leads to provide power for this unit. When connecting the CDE-102 to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDE-102 has the appropriate amperage. Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit and/or the vehicle. When in doubt, consult your Alpine dealer. The CDE-102 uses female RCA-type jacks for connection to other units (e.g. amplifier) having RCA connectors. You may need an adaptor to connect other units. If so, please contact your authorized Alpine dealer for assistance. Be sure to connect the speaker () leads to the speaker () terminal. Never connect left and right channel speaker cables to each other or to the vehicle body.

DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES.
When drilling holes in the chassis for installation, take precautions so as not to contact, damage or obstruct pipes, fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Failure to take such precautions may result in fire.
DO NOT USE BOLTS OR NUTS IN THE BRAKE OR STEERING SYSTEMS TO MAKE GROUND CONNECTIONS.
Bolts or nuts used for the brake or steering systems (or any other safety-related system), or tanks should NEVER be used for installations or ground connections. Using such parts could disable control of the vehicle and cause fire etc.
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION, SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR GEARSHIFT.
Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc. and results in serious accident.
IMPORTANT Please record the serial number of your unit in the space provided below and keep it as a permanent record. The serial number or the engraved serial number is located on the bottom of the unit.
SERIAL NUMBER: INSTALLATION DATE: INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN: PLACE OF PURCHASE:

Installation

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

Detachable Front Panel

Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier to the corresponding output lead coming from the left rear of the CDE-102. Connect all other leads of the CDE-102 according to details described in the CONNECTlONS section.
When you install this unit in your car, do not remove the detachable front panel. If the detachable front panel is removed during installation, you might press too hard and warp the metal plate that holds it in place. The main unit must be mounted within 35 degrees of the horizontal plane, back to front.
Slide the CDE-102 into the dashboard until it clicks. This ensures that the unit is properly locked and will not accidentally come out from the dashboard. Install the detachable front panel.

Removal

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

Less than 35

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

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Pressure Plates* This unit

Front Frame

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

This unit Ground Lead *3

Screws (M5 8) (Included)

Hex Nut (M5) *2

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

Connections

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

POWER ANT

To power antenna To amplifier To vehicle phone To the instrument cluster illumination lead Ignition Key

Blue/White

REMOTE TURN-ON

Pink/Black

AUDIO INTERRUPT IN

Orange Red Yellow

ILLUMINATION IGNITION BATTERY

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 Left Amplifier Front Right

Rear or Subwoofers*

* When Subwoofer is OFF: Output is for Rear speakers. When Subwoofer is ON: Output is for Subwoofer. For details on how to set the Subwoofer to ON/OFF, see Subwoofer On and Off on page 16.
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 Output RCA Connectors
RED is right and WHITE is left.
Remote Turn-On Lead (Blue/White)
Connect this lead to the remote turn-on lead of your amplifier or signal processor.
Rear/Subwoofer Output RCA Connectors RCA Extension Cable (sold separately)

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.

Full Speed connector

Control iPhone/iPod signals. Connect this to an iPhone/iPod (or to an optional Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT)). To use a hands-free mobile phone, an optional Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) connection is required. For details on connection, refer to the Owners Manual of the Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT). You can also connect this to an external device (such as a portable player) by using conversion cable (KCA-237B) for building up the AUX IN (sold separately). * Refer to Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode (page 17).
AUX+ ON : When the external device is connected. AUX+ OFF: When an iPhone/iPod is connected.
Illumination Lead (Orange)
This lead may be connected to the vehicles instrument cluster illumination lead. This will allow the backlighting of this unit to dim whenever the vehicles lights are turned on.
Switched Power Lead (Ignition) (Red)
Connect this lead to an open terminal on the vehicles fuse box or another unused power source which provides (+)12V only when the ignition is turned on or in the accessory position.

Battery Lead (Yellow)

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

Ground Lead (Black)

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

USB Connection Terminal

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

PRODUCTS COVERED:

This Warranty covers Car Audio Products and Related Accessories (the product). Products purchased in the Canada are covered only in the Canada. Products purchased in the U.S.A. are covered only in the U.S.A.
C You must supply proof of your purchase of the product. D You must package the product securely to avoid damage during shipment. To prevent lost packages it is recommended to use a carrier that provides a tracking service.

LENGTH OF WARRANTY:

This Warranty is in effect for one year from the date of the first consumer purchase.
HOW WE LIMIT IMPLIED WARRANTIES:
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING FITNESS FOR USE AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR ALPINE ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT.

WHO IS COVERED:

This Warranty only covers the original purchaser of the product, who must reside in the United States, Puerto Rico or Canada.

WHAT IS COVERED:

This Warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship (parts and labor) in the product.
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 PURCHASERS 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 NOT COVERED:

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

IN CANADA ONLY:

This Warranty is not valid unless your Alpine car audio product has been installed in your vehicle by an Authorized Installation Center, and this warranty stamped upon installation by the installation center.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
A You are responsible for delivery of the product to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine for repair and for payment of any initial shipping charges. Alpine will, at its option, repair or replace the product with a new or reconditioned product without charge. If the repairs are covered by the warranty, and if the product was shipped to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine, Alpine will pay the return shipping charges. B You should provide a detailed description of the problem(s) for which service is required.

If a CD changer or an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected: After pressing F/SETUP to select the function mode ( / ), perform the operation within 10 seconds.

Searching for CD Text

On discs utilizing CD Text, songs can be searched and played by using their recorded titles. For discs without CD Text, searches are made using the track numbers associated with each song.
*2 When an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected. If a CD changer or an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected: After pressing F/SETUP to select the function mode ( / ), perform the operation within 10 seconds.

/ENT during play.

This will set the search mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired /ENT. track, and then press
This will play the selected track.

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 Internal CD mode : : The tracks are played back in random sequence. again.
Press /ESC in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode is canceled if no operation is performed for 30 seconds. When CD Text Search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play mode will be canceled.
File/Folder Name Search (Concerning MP3/WMA/AAC)
Folder and file names may be searched and displayed during playback.

CD Changer mode :

During MP3/WMA/AAC playback, press activate the search mode.

/ENT to

: The tracks are played back in random sequence. : The tracks on all the CDs in the current magazine will be included in the random playback sequence.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select Folder Name Search mode or File Name Search mode, and then press /ENT.

Folder Name Search mode

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired folder. Press and hold /ENT for at least 2 seconds to play back the first file in the selected folder.
*3 When a CD changer equipped with the ALL M.I.X. function is connected. If M.I.X. is set to ON during (REPEAT ALL) play in CD changer mode, M.I.X. will apply to the current disc only. MP3/WMA/AAC mode :
: Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence. : Files are played back in random sequence. If an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected, all files in a disc are played back in random sequence, and playback shifts to the next disc.

Front right

SPEAKER RIGHT REAR

Rear right

When an ALPINE Ai-NET compatible digital audio processor (PXA-H701) and a DVD player (DVE-5207) not compatible with Ai-NET are connected, set D-AUX to ON to enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound. You can change the D-AUX NAME display when D-AUX is set to ON. Press /ENT when D-AUX is set to ON, and select D-AUX NAME by turning the Rotary encoder, then press /ENT. After that, turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired D-AUX NAME. Press SOURCE/ , and select the DIGITAL-AUX mode, and adjust the volume, etc. After input selection is completed, turn the ignition off and back on again. Setting of the optical digital input switch is completed. Depending on the connected audio processor, DVD player sound may continue to be output, even though the source is changed to another one. If this occurs, set the DVD players power to OFF.

SPEAKER LEFT REAR

Rear left

SPEAKER LEFT FRONT

Setting the AUX Mode (V-Link)
Front left AUX IN ON / AUX IN OFF (Initial setting)
No sound is produced by the system when the power output is set to OFF.
Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT MUTE)
MUTE ON / MUTE OFF (Initial setting)
If a device having the interrupt feature is connected, audio will be automatically muted whenever the interrupt signal is received from the device.
You can input TV/video sound by connecting an optional Ai-NET/RCA Interface cable (KCA-121B) or Versatile Link Terminal (KCA-410C) to this component. You can change the AUX name display when AUX IN is set to ON. Press /ENT when AUX IN is set to ON, and select AUX NAME by turning the Rotary encoder, and then press /ENT. After that, turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired AUX name. If the KCA-410C is connected, it is possible to select two AUX names. Via KCA-410C, up to 2 external devices with RCA output can be connected. In this case, press SOURCE/ to select AUX mode and then press BAND to select your desired device.
Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode
AUX+ ON / AUX+ OFF (Initial Setting)

Changer Name Setting

CHANGER (Initial Setting) / USB / PORTABLE
You can input the audio of an external device, (such as a Portable audio player) to the Bluetooth interface connector of this unit. A special Conversion cable (KCE-237B) is necessary to adapt the Bluetooth interface connector as an AUX IN. A portable music device and a Bluetooth INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) cannot be connected to the Bluetooth interface connector at the same time.

Storing while receiving a game broadcast
Select the channel broadcasting your favorite teams game. Press F/SETUP to activate the MEMORY/DELETE selection mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the MEMORY /ENT. mode, and then press

MEMORY DELETE MEMORY

Storing the desired Song/Artist (SIRIUS only)
A stored song title or artist name is announced whenever a matching title or artist is found on another channel. The interruption ALERT is displayed while listening to a program on another channel. For receiving interruption information, refer to Recalling the stored information (SIRIUS only) (page 21).
Press F/SETUP to active the MEMORY/DELETE selection mode when a Song or the song of an Artist you want to store is being broadcast. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the Memory mode, and then press /ENT.

MEMORY DELETE

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired team for the game being broadcast, and then press /ENT. Turn the Rotary encoder to select interruption /ENT. type, and then press
TYPE INITIAL INITIAL: UPDATE: TYPE UPDATE (Initial setting) The ALERT display interrupts when the game begins. The ALERT display interrupts by game progress (change of score, game result, etc.).
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the SONG MEMORY or ARTIST MEMO, and then press /ENT. Press and hold /ESC for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.
If you try to store when the memory area is filled, MEMORY FULL is displayed. If you want to replace a team thats already been saved in step 4, turn the Rotary encoder to select REPLACE YES, and /ENT. then press If no operation is perform for 10 seconds, the setting mode is canceled.
If you try to store when the memory area is filled, MEMORY FULL is displayed. If you want to replace a Song title or Artist name that's already been saved in step 3, turn the Rotary encoder to select /ENT. REPLACE YES, and then press If no operation is perform for 10 seconds, the setting mode is canceled.
Recalling the stored information (SIRIUS only)
Whenever the stored sports team, song(s) or artist(s) are playing, an interruption ALERT appears in the display of the unit.

Category Search mode

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Category, and then press /ENT. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Channel Name, and then press /ENT.
The interruption ALERT indicator is either on or blinking depending on the conditions listed below.
(ALERT) indicator lights: (ALERT) indicator blinks: one Alert found. more than 2 Alerts found.

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

Press mode.

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

A list is skipped to the next number, symbol or letter. is pressed and held, the display continuously changes.
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

Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.)
The Shuffle function of the iPhone/iPod is displayed as on this unit.
Only Repeat One is available for the iPhone/iPod.

Shuffle Albums:

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

Repeat One:

A single song is repeatedly played back.
The song is played back repeatedly. (Repeat One)

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

To cancel repeat play, select (off) with the above procedure.
The songs are played back in random sequence. (Shuffle Albums) (Shuffle Songs)
During repeat playback, no other songs are selectable by pressing or.
To cancel M.I.X. play, select (off) with the above procedure.
You can display the tag information of a song in the iPhone/iPod.
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.
Each press changes the display. When the TEXT SCROLL is set to MANU, press and hold VIEW for at least 2 seconds, the current text will be scrolled one time. TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME TRACK NO./CLOCK ARTIST NAME* ALBUM NAME* SONG NAME* 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 70 characters is recommended. The maximum number of characters for the head unit is 70 (70 byte). Some characters may not be correctly displayed. NO SUPPORT is displayed if text information is not supported by the unit.

Shuffle ALL:

Shuffle ALL plays all songs in the iPhone/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. (off) (Shuffle ALL)
If Shuffle ALL is selected, the selected songs being played back in the search mode are canceled.
Alpine introduces IMPRINT - the worlds first technology that thoroughly eliminates in-car acoustic problems that normally degrade sound quality, which enables us to experience music the way the artist intended, refer to About IMPRINT (page 34). When the IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) (sold separately) is connected to this unit, MultEQ and the following sound adjustment can be performed.
SOURCE/ BAND Rotary encoder /ENT
Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/ Treble Level/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Balance (Between Left and Right) in MultEQ mode
You can change these settings to create your own preference in MultEQ (CURVE 1 or CURVE 2) mode.
Press IMPRINT to activate the MultEQ adjustment mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired item, and then press /ENT.
SUBW LEVEL*1 BASS LEVEL TREBLE LEVEL FADER*2 BALANCE SUBW LEVEL
Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting as below, and then press /ENT.
Subwoofer level: 0 ~ +15 Bass level: -7~+7 Treble level: -7~+7 Fader: R15 ~ F15 Balance: L15 ~ R15

IMPRINT

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

Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the output level.
Adjustable output level: -12 to 0 dB.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to make adjustment to the other bands.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set another speaker.
By setting these values to make its sound reach the listening position at the same time as the sound of other speakers.
Storing the Sound Field Adjustment Settings
The SOUND ADJUST Settings containing PARAMETER EQ/ GRAPHIC EQ, T.CORRECTION and CROSSOVER settings can be stored in the preset memory.
4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.) System / NORMAL (L=R)
setting items: LOW (SUB-W) / MID (REAR) / HIGH (FRONT)
When the settings of SOUND ADJUST have been completed, select any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) in any item of the SOUND ADJUST mode (e.g. CROSSOVER), press and hold the desired preset buttons for at least 2 seconds. Turn the Rotary encoder to select PROTECT YES/NO, and then press /ENT to store the adjusted contents.
PROTECT YES (Initial setting) PROTECT NO
4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.) System / INDIVIDUAL (L/R)
setting items: L (SUB-W)-L / L (SUB-W)-R / M (REAR)-L / M (REAR)-R / H (FRONT)-L / H (FRONT)-R
Setting items: 20 Hz~200 Hz
Adjustable slope: FLAT, 6 dB/oct., 12 dB/oct., 18 dB/oct., 24 dB/oct.
If YES is selected, the adjusted contents are protected and stored into the preset buttons. When you want to store the parameter into a protected preset button, REPLACE NO/YES can be selected. If NO is selected, the preset is stored. While perform this operation, all adjusted contents of PARAMETER EQ/GRAPHIC EQ, T.CORRECTION and CROSSOVER will be stored in the preset buttons. The stored contents are not deleted even when resetting the unit or disconnecting the battery. The stored contents can be recalled by performing operation in Recalling the Stored Sound Field Adjustment Settings (page 31).
Recalling the Stored Sound Field Adjustment Settings
The stored SOUND ADJUST Settings contain PARAMETER EQ/ GRAPHIC EQ, T.CORRECTION and CROSSOVER settings that are stored in the preset memory.
While adjusting the CROSSOVER, you should consider the frequency response of the connected speakers. About the 2.2ch (3WAY)/4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.) system You can switch to 2.2ch (3WAY)/4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.) system mode with the 2.2ch (3WAY)/4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.) switch on the PXA-H100. For details, refer to the Owners Manual of PXA-H100.

After selecting any item of the SOUND ADJUST mode (e.g. CROSSOVER), press any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) that has your desired characteristic in memory to recall the stored settings. Press the preset buttons again to return to the SOUND ADJUST mode.
While performing this operation, all adjustment contents of PARAMETER EQ/GRAPHIC EQ, T.CORRECTION and CROSSOVER stored in the preset buttons will be recalled.

About Time Correction

The distance between the listener and the speakers in a car vary widely due to the complex speaker placement. This difference in the distances from the speakers to the listener creates a shift in the sounds image and frequency characteristics. This is caused by the time delay between the sound reaching the listeners right versus the left ear. To correct this, this unit is able to delay the audio signal to the speakers closest to the listener. This effectively creates a perception of increased distance for those speakers. The listener can be placed at an equal distance between the left and right speakers for optimum staging. The adjustment will be made for each speaker in 3.4cm steps.
These values are the time correction values for the different speakers. Setting these values to make each sound reach the listening position at the same time as the sound of other speakers. Time Correction Value List
Time Delay Distance Distance Difference Number (cm) (inch) (ms) 6 0.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 5.0 0.0 3.4 6.8 10.2 13.6 17.0 20.4 23.8 27.2 30.6 34.0 37.4 40.8 44.2 47.6 51.0 54.4 57.8 61.2 64.6 68.0 71.4 74.8 78.2 81.6 85.0 88.4 91.8 95.2 98.6 102.0 105.4 108.8 112.2 115.6 119.0 122.4 125.8 129.2 132.6 136.0 139.4 142.8 146.2 149.6 153.0 156.4 159.8 163.2 166.6 170.0 0.0 1.3 2.7 4.0 5.4 6.7 8.0 9.4 10.7 12.1 13.4 14.7 16.1 17.4 18.8 20.1 21.4 22.8 24.1 25.5 26.8 28.1 29.5 30.8 32.2 33.5 34.8 36.2 37.5 38.9 40.2 41.5 42.9 44.2 45.6 46.9 48.2 49.6 50.9 52.3 53.6 54.9 56.3 57.6 59.0 60.3 61.6 63.0 64.3 65.7 67.0 Time Delay Distance Distance Difference Number (cm) (inch) (ms) 99 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.9 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 8.8 8.9 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.8 9.9 173.4 176.8 180.2 183.6 187.0 190.4 193.8 197.2 200.6 204.0 207.4 210.8 214.2 217.6 221.0 224.4 227.8 231.2 234.6 238.0 241.4 244.8 248.2 251.6 255.0 258.4 261.8 265.2 268.6 272.0 275.4 278.8 282.2 285.6 289.0 292.4 295.8 299.2 302.6 306.0 309.4 312.8 316.2 319.6 323.0 326.4 329.8 333.2 336.6 68.3 69.7 71.0 72.4 73.7 75.0 76.4 77.7 79.1 80.4 81.7 83.1 84.4 85.8 87.1 88.4 89.8 91.1 92.5 93.8 95.1 96.5 97.8 99.2 100.5 101.8 103.2 104.5 105.9 107.2 108.5 109.9 111.2 112.6 113.9 115.2 116.6 117.9 119.3 120.6 121.9 123.3 124.6 126.0 127.3 128.6 130.0 131.3 132.7

Example 1. Listening Position: Front Left Seat
Adjust the time correction level of the front left speaker to a high value and the rear right to zero or a low value.

0.5m 2.25m

The sound is not balanced because the distance between the listening position and the various speakers is different. The difference in distance between the front left speaker and the rear right speaker is 1.75 m (68-7/8"). Here we calculate the time correction value for the front left speaker in the diagram on the above. Conditions: Farthest Speaker listening position : 2.25 m (88-9/16") Front left speaker listening position : 0.5 m (19-11/16") Calculation: L = 2.25 m 0.5 m = 1.75 m (68-7/8") Time correction = 1.75 343*= 5.1 (ms)
*1 Speed of sound: 343 m/s (765 mph) at 20C
In other words, giving the front left speaker a time correction value of 5.1 ms makes it seem as if its distance from the listener is the same as the distance to the farthest speaker. Time correction eliminates the differences in the time required for the sound to reach the listening position. The time of the front left speaker is corrected by 5.1 ms so that its sound reaches the listening position at the same time as the sound of other speakers.
Example 2. Listening Position: All Seats
Adjust the time correction level of each speaker to almost the same level.
Sit in the listening position (drivers seat, etc.) and measure the distance (in meters) between your head and the various speakers. Calculate the difference between the distance correction value to the farthest speaker and the other speakers.
L = (distance to farthest speaker) (distance to other speakers)

About the Crossover

Crossover (X-OVER):
This unit is equipped with an active crossover. The crossover limits the frequencies delivered to the outputs. Each channel is controlled independently. Thus, each speaker pair can be driven by the frequencies for which they have been optimally designed. The crossover adjusts the HPF (high pass filter) or LPF (low pass filter) of each band, and also the slope (how fast the filter rolls off the highs or lows). Adjustments should be made according to the reproduction characteristics of the speakers. Depending on the speakers, a passive network may not be necessary. If you are unsure about this point, consult your authorized Alpine dealer.

Low range Mid range High range

About IMPRINT

Alpine introduces IMPRINT - the worlds first technology that thoroughly eliminates in-car acoustic problems that normally degrade sound quality, which enables us to experience music the way the artist intended.

INTRODUCING IMPRINT

These acoustical problems are so severe that no correction system has been able to overcome them. Until now, with the introduction of IMPRINT, Alpine provides a hardware/software combination that not only solves these problems, it actually improves the sound stage, tonal balance and definition - and does it automatically, in a matter of minutes!

VISION VS. REALITY

All good music starts as an artists vision. After countless hours of rehearsing, recording and mixing, that vision is ready for us to hear on discs, radio and other media. But do we hear it as the artist created it? Unfortunately, the reality is that we are almost never able to listen to it in the exact way the artist intended. Especially when we are listening in a car.
CARS ARE TERRIBLE LISTENING SPACES
Car interiors are full of materials that obstruct and degrade sound quality. For example, windows amplify and reflect high frequencies. Seat and dashboard coverings change certain frequencies. Carpets absorb and suppress mid frequencies. Graphic and parametric EQs are only partial remedies for these problems. In addition, the speakers are not located at equal distances from listeners, creating an unbalanced, uncentred sound stage. Time correction can help fix this, but only for one listening position.

HOW IMPRINT IS DIFFERENT

IMPRINT using MultEQ is superior to other equalization systems in five ways. It is the only system that measures the entire listening area, capturing time domain information from each listening location and applying a proprietary method for processing it to represent all seat locations. This gives the people in each seat the optimal listening experience. It corrects both time and frequency problems, for an improved soundstage and smoother, more natural sound. It uses dynamic frequency allocation to apply hundreds of points of correction to those areas where the sound problems are greatest. It determines optimized blending points for low frequency crossovers. It provides, in minutes, vehicle sound tuning that generally takes skilled professionals days to accomplish.

SOURCE/ BAND /

Playing MP3 Files with the CD Changer (Optional)
If you connect a changer compatible with MP3, you can play CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs containing MP3 files on this unit.
F/SETUP Select buttons (1 through 6)
to switch to the MP3 Changer
Press any one of the disc select buttons (1 through 6) corresponding to one of the discs loaded in the CD Changer. To pause playback, press /. Pressing / again will resume playback.
Controlling CD Changer (Optional)
An optional 6-disc or 12-disc CD Changer may be connected to this unit if it is Ai-NET compatible. With a CD Changer connected to the Ai-NET input of this unit, the CD Changer will be controllable from this unit. Using the KCA-400C (Multi-Changer Switching device) or the KCA-410C (Versatile Link Terminal) multiple changers can be controlled by this unit. See Multi-Changer Selection (Optional) on page 35 for selecting the CD Changers. The controls on this unit for CD Changer operation are operative only when a CD Changer is connected. The DVD changer (optional) is controllable from this unit as well as the CD changer.
The unit can play discs containing both audio data and MP3 data. For operating MP3 with an MP3 compatible CD Changer, refer to CD/MP3/WMA/AAC page 9 to 12.
Multi-Changer Selection (Optional)
Alpines Ai-NET system will support up to 6 CD Changers. When operating two or more changers, the KCA-400C (Multi-Changer Switching device) must be used. If you use 1 Switching device, you can connect up to 4 CD Changers. If you use 2 Switching devices, you can connect up to 6 CD Changers. When using KCA-410C (Versatile Link Terminal), you can connect two changers and two external outputs (AUX).
Press SOURCE/ Changer mode.
on this unit to activate the CD
to activate the CHANGER mode.
Alternatively, press SOURCE on the remote control (RUE-4202) to activate the CD Changer mode.
The source indicator varies depending on the connected source. Press BAND to switch the Disc mode in the Changer mode.

SOURCE

Press F/SETUP to activate Disc Select mode.
Disc Select Mode (Disc No.1~6)
Disc Select Mode * (Disc No.7~12) Disc Select Mode (Disc No.1~6)

RPT/M.I.X. Mode

Press BAND on this unit or the RUE-4202 to activate the CD Changer Selection mode.
The CD Changer Selection mode remains active for a few seconds.
Press the disc select buttons (1 through 6) corresponding to one of the discs loaded in the CD Changer.

CHASSIS SIZE Width Height Depth NOSEPIECE SIZE Width Height Depth 170 mm (6-3/4") 46 mm (1-13/16") 24 mm (15/16") 178 mm (7") 50 mm (2") 160 mm (6-1/4")
Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and pages 3 to 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 CDA-105. This will reduce any chance of damage to the unit in case of a short-circuit. Be sure to connect the color coded leads according to the diagram. Incorrect connections may cause the unit to malfunction or damage to the vehicles electrical system. When making connections to the vehicles electrical system, be aware of the factory installed components (e.g. on-board computer). Do not tap into these leads to provide power for this unit. When connecting the CDA-105 to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDA-105 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 CDA-105 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.

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

IN CANADA ONLY:

This Warranty is not valid unless your Alpine car audio product has been installed in your vehicle by an Authorized Installation Center, and this warranty stamped upon installation by the installation center.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
A You are responsible for delivery of the product to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine for repair and for payment of any initial shipping charges. Alpine will, at its option, repair or replace the product with a new or reconditioned product without charge. If the repairs are covered by the warranty, and if the product was shipped to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine, Alpine will pay the return shipping charges. B You should provide a detailed description of the problem(s) for which service is required.
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Should the product require service, please call the following number for your nearest Authorized Alpine Service Center. CAR AUDIO NAVIGATION 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) 1-888-NAV-HELP (1-888-628-4357)
Or visit our website at; http://www.alpine-usa.com
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC., 19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance, California 90501, U.S.A. ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC., 777 Supertest Road, Toronto, Ontario M3J 2M9, Canada Do not send products to these addresses. Call the toll free telephone number or visit the website to locate a service center.