Alpine Microphone CDE 9873 User Manual

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MP3/WMA/AAC CD Receiver  
CDE-9873  
• OWNER’S MANUAL  
Please read before using this equipment.  
• MODE D’EMPLOI  
Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil.  
• MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN  
Léalo antes de utilizar este equipo.  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC.  
1-1-8 Nishi Gotanda,  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.  
161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam  
Victoria 3803, Australia  
ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A.  
Viale C. Colombo 8, 20090 Trezzano  
Sul Naviglio (MI), Italy  
Shinagawa-ku,  
Tokyo 141-0031, Japan  
Phone 03-5496-8231  
Phone 03-8787-1200  
Phone 02-484781  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH  
Frankfurter Ring 117, 80807 München, Germany  
Phone 089-32 42 640  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAÑA, S.A.  
Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabellón, 32  
01013 Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain  
Phone 945-283588  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC.  
19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance,  
California 90501, U.S.A.  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD.  
Alpine House  
Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K.  
Phone 0870-33 33 763  
Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS (BENELUX) GmbH  
Leuvensesteenweg 510-B6,  
1930 Zaventem, Belgium  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.  
777 Supertest Road, Toronto,  
Ontario M3J 2M9, Canada  
Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)  
Phone 02-725-13 15  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS FRANCE S.A.R.L.  
(RCS PONTOISE B 338 101 280)  
98, Rue de la Belle Etoile, Z.I. Paris Nord Il,  
B.P. 50016, 95945 Roissy Charles de Gaulle  
Cedex, France  
Phone 01-48638989  
YAMAGATA (Wuxi) Co., Ltd.  
Block 28-25,Changjiang Nanlu, WND, jiangsu, China  
Designed by ALPINE Japan  
Printed in China (Y)  
68-05946Z84-A  
 
Installation and Connections  
Warning .................................................. 23  
Caution ................................................... 23  
Precautions ............................................ 23  
Installation ...................................................... 24  
Connections .................................................... 26  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
2-EN  
 
Operating Instructions  
DO NOT PLACE HANDS, FINGERS OR FOREIGN OBJECTS IN  
INSERTION SLOTS OR GAPS.  
WARNING  
Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the product.  
WARNING  
This symbol means important instructions.  
Failure to heed them can result in serious injury  
or death.  
CAUTION  
This symbol means important instructions.  
Failure to heed them can result in injury or  
material property damage.  
DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR  
ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE.  
Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be  
performed after coming to a complete stop. Always stop the vehicle  
in a safe location before performing these functions. Failure to do  
so may result in an accident.  
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  
KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL  
HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING.  
Product Cleaning  
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.  
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.  
Temperature  
Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +60°C  
(+140°F) and –10°C (+14°F) 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  
Damaged Disc  
Do not attempt to play cracked, warped, or damaged discs. Playing  
result in fire, etc.  
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.  
3-EN  
 
Never Attempt the Following  
Installation Location  
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.  
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.  
INCORRECT  
CORRECT  
Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in  
skips, but this will not scratch the disc or damage the player.  
Disc Cleaning  
New Discs  
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.  
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 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)  
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 (CD-  
ReWritables) which have been recorded only on audio devices.  
You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA/AAC  
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/WMA/AAC 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.  
Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks, or  
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United  
States and/or other countries.  
Apple, the Apple logo, iPod and iTunes 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. revenue-  
generation) 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.  
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Attaching  
Getting Started  
1
2
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.  
Rotary encoder  
Push the left side of the front panel until it locks  
firmly into the main unit.  
SOURCE/  
/
/ENT  
(Release)  
(MUTE)/  
RTN  
A.SEL/SETUP  
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.  
Accessory List  
Head unit ............................................................................1  
Power cable........................................................................1  
Mounting sleeve.................................................................1  
Carrying case.....................................................................1  
Bracket key.........................................................................2  
Screw (M5 × 8)....................................................................4  
Owner’s Manual .......................................................... 1 set  
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.  
1
2
3
Turn off the unit power.  
Remove the detachable front panel.  
Turning Power On and Off  
Press RESET with a ballpoint pen or similar pointed  
object.  
Press SOURCE/ to turn on the unit.  
The unit can be turned on by pressing any other button except TITLE,  
and (Release).  
1
Press and hold SOURCE/ for at least 2 seconds to  
turn off the unit.  
The first time power is turned on, the volume will start from level 12.  
RESET switch  
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel  
Adjusting Volume  
Detaching  
Turn the Rotary encoder until the desired sound is  
obtained.  
1
2
Turn off the unit power.  
Press  
(Release) at the lower left side until the  
front panel pops out.  
3
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.  
6-EN  
 
Lowering Volume Quickly  
Radio  
Activating the Audio Mute function will instantly lower the volume  
level by 20 dB.  
TUNE/A.ME SOURCE/  
BAND  
Press (MUTE)/RTN to activate the MUTE mode.  
The audio level will decrease by about 20 dB.  
Pressing (MUTE)/RTN again will bring the audio back  
to its previous level.  
Setting Time  
Preset buttons  
(1 through 6)  
1
2
Press and hold A.SEL/SETUP for at least 2 seconds  
to activate the SETUP mode.  
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the CLOCK ADJ  
Listening to Radio  
mode, and then press  
/
/ENT.  
The time indication will blink.  
1
2
Press SOURCE/ to select TUNER mode.  
3
Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the hours while  
the time indication is blinking.  
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band  
is displayed.  
4
5
When the hour has been adjusted, press  
/
/ENT.  
F1 (FM1)  
F2 (FM2)  
AM  
F1 (FM1)  
Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the minutes  
while the time indication is blinking.  
3
Press TUNE/A.ME to select the tuning mode.  
DX SEEK (Distance mode)  
SEEK (Local mode)  
6
Press and hold A.SEL/SETUP for at least 2 seconds  
to return to normal mode.  
OFF (Manual mode)  
DX SEEK  
The initial mode is Distance mode.  
To synchronize the clock to another clock/watch or radio time  
announcement, press and hold  
/
/ENT for at least 2 seconds  
Distance mode:  
after setting the “hour.Minutes will reset to “00”. If the display  
shows over “30” minutes when you do this, the time will advance one  
hour.  
Pressing /RTN will return to the previous mode.  
If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to  
normal mode automatically.  
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).  
4
Press  
Holding down  
continuously.  
or  
to tune in the desired station.  
or  
will change the frequency  
7-EN  
 
Presetting Stations Manually  
CD/MP3/WMA/AAC  
1
2
Select the radio band and tune in a desired radio  
station you wish to store in the preset memory.  
/ESC  
/
Rotary encoder  
/
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.  
SOURCE/  
ENT  
The selected station is stored.  
The display shows the band, preset number and station  
frequency memorized.  
A total of 18 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations  
for each band; FM1, FM2 and AM).  
If you store a station in a preset memory which already has a station,  
the current station will be cleared and replaced with the new station.  
1
2
4
5
TITLE  
/RTN  
Presetting Stations Automatically  
Playback  
1
2
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band  
is displayed.  
1
Insert a disc with the label side facing up.  
The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically, and the  
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.  
“DISC IN” indicator lights up .  
When the automatic memory has been completed, the tuner  
goes to the station stored in preset location No.1.  
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/ to  
switch to the DISC mode.  
The mode will change every time the button is pressed.  
Tuning to Preset Stations  
TUNER  
DISC  
iPod*  
TUNER  
* Only when the iPod is connected.  
1
2
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired band is  
displayed.  
2
3
While playing back MP3/WMA/AAC, press 1  
2 to select the desired folder.  
or  
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.  
Pressing and holding 1  
or  
2 will change folders  
continuously.  
Press  
or  
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  
.
4
To pause playback, press  
/
/ENT.  
Pressing /ENT again will resume playback.  
/
8-EN  
 
5
To eject the disc, press  
.
M.I.X. (Random Play)  
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  
The “DISC IN” indicator lights up when a disc is inserted.  
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  
iTunes Music Store and files that are copy-protected (copyright  
protection) cannot be played back on this unit.  
Press 5  
in the play or pause mode.  
for at least 2 seconds.  
The tracks (files) on the disc will be played back in random  
sequence.  
To cancel M.I.X. play, press 5  
again.  
CD mode :  
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.  
: 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 :  
: Only files in a folder are played back in  
random sequence.  
F101 T103  
: The files are played back in random sequence.  
Folder number File number  
display  
display  
Press TITLE to switch the display. See “Displaying the Text”  
(page 14) for information about display switching.  
Searching from CD Text  
Repeat Play  
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.  
Press  
4 to play back repeatedly the track being  
played.  
The track (file) will be played repeatedly.  
1
2
Press  
/ESC during play.  
This will set the search mode.  
Press  
4 again and select off to deactivate repeat play.  
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
track, and then press  
CD mode :  
/
/ENT.  
This will play the selected track.  
: Only a track is repeatedly played back.  
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.  
CD text search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.  
MP3/WMA/AAC mode :  
: Only a file is repeatedly played back.  
: Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back.  
9-EN  
 
File/Folder Name Search  
(concerning MP3/WMA/AAC)  
About MP3/WMA/AAC  
CAUTION  
Folder and file names may be searched and displayed during playback.  
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.  
1
2
During MP3/WMA/AAC playback, press  
activate the search mode.  
/ESC to  
Turn the Rotary encoder to select Folder Name  
Search mode or File Name Search mode, and then  
press  
/
/ENT.  
What is MP3?  
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.  
Folder Name Search mode  
3
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
folder.  
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.  
4
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  
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.  
/
/ENT. Files in the folder may be searched.  
Press /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.  
”.  
What is AAC?  
AAC is the abbreviation for “Advanced Audio Coding,” and is a  
basic format of audio compression used by MPEG2 or MPEG4.  
File Name Search mode  
Method for creating MP3/WMA/AAC files  
3
4
Press 1  
or  
2 to select another Folder.  
Audio data is compressed using software with MP3/WMA/AAC  
codecs. For details on creating MP3/WMA/AAC files, refer to the  
user’s 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).  
Select the desired file by turning the Rotary  
encoder.  
5
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 /RTN in the search mode to return to the previous mode.  
File Name search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.  
There are many different versions of the AAC format. Confirm  
that the software being used conforms to the acceptable  
formats listed above. It’s possible that the format may be  
unplayable even though the extension is valid.  
Playback of AAC files encoded by iTunes version 6.0 or earlier is  
supported.  
Quick Search  
You can search for tracks (files).  
1
Press and hold  
CD/MP3/WMA/AAC mode to activate Quick Search  
mode.  
/ESC for at least 2 seconds in the  
2
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.  
10-EN  
 
Supported playback sampling rates and bit rates  
Order of files  
Files are played back in the order that the writing software writes  
MP3  
them to the disc. Therefore, the playback order may not be what  
is expected. Verify the writing order in the software’s  
documentation. The playback order of the folders and files is as  
follows.  
Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz,  
16 kHz, 12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz  
Bit rates:  
8 - 320 kbps  
WMA  
Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz  
Bit rates:  
48 - 192 kbps  
Root folder  
AAC  
Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz,  
16 kHz, 12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz  
Bit rates:  
16 - 320 kbps  
This device may not play back correctly depending on sampling  
rates.  
ID3 tags/WMA tags  
This device supports ID3 tag v1 and v2, and WMA tag.  
If tag data is in an MP3/WMA/AAC file, this device can display  
the title (track title), artist name, and album name ID3 tag/WMA  
tag data.  
This device can only display single-byte alphanumeric  
characters (up to 30 for ID3 tags and up to 15 for WMA tags)  
and the underscore. For non-supported characters, “NO  
SUPPORT” is displayed.  
The tag information may not be correctly displayed, depending  
on the contents.  
Folder  
MP3/WMA/AAC File  
Producing MP3/WMA/AAC discs  
MP3/WMA/AAC files are prepared, then written to a CD-R or  
CD-RW using CD-R writing software. A disc can hold up to 510  
files/folders (including Root Folders), and the maximum number  
of folders is 255.  
Playback may not be performed if a disc exceeds the limitations  
described above.  
* The folder No./ folder Name will not be displayed if no file is  
contained in the folder.  
Terminology  
Bit rate  
Media supported  
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.  
The media that this device can play back are CD-ROMs, CD-Rs,  
and CD-RWs.  
Sampling rate  
Corresponding File Systems  
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.  
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).  
Encoding  
Converting music CDs, WAVE (AIFF) files, and other sound files into  
the specified audio compression format.  
Tag  
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.  
Song information such as track titles, artist names, album names,  
etc., written into MP3/WMA/AAC files.  
Root folder  
Formats supported  
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.  
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.  
11-EN  
 
Setting the Bass Control  
Sound Setting  
You can change the Bass Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal  
preference.  
Rotary encoder (AUDIO/LOUD)  
1
Press A.SEL/SETUP repeatedly to select the BASS  
mode.  
BAND  
SOURCE/  
BASS  
TREBLE  
HPF  
BASS  
Setting the Bass Center Frequency  
2-1 Press BAND to select the desired bass center  
frequency.  
A.SEL/SETUP  
80Hz  
100Hz  
200Hz  
60Hz  
80Hz  
/ESC  
Emphasizes the displayed bass frequency ranges.  
Setting the Bass Bandwidth  
Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between  
Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front  
and Rear)/Defeat  
2-2 Press SOURCE/ to select the desired bass  
bandwidth.  
1
Press Rotary encoder (AUDIO) repeatedly to  
choose the desired mode.  
Changes the boosted bass bandwidth to wide or narrow. A  
wider setting will boost a wide range of frequencies above  
and below the center frequency. A narrower setting will  
boost only frequencies near the center frequency.  
Each press changes the mode as follows:  
*
SUBW  
BASS  
SUBW  
TREBLE  
BAL  
FADER  
DEFEAT  
VOLUME  
Subwoofer : 0 ~ +15  
Bass level: –7 ~ +7  
Treble level: –7 ~ +7  
Balance : L15 ~ R15  
Fader : R15 ~ F15  
Defeat : ON/OFF  
Setting the Bass Level  
2
-3*1Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
bass level (–7~+7).  
You can emphasize or weaken the bass level.  
Volume : 0 ~ 35  
3
Press and hold  
return to normal mode.  
/ESC for at least 2 seconds to  
If no operation is performed for 5 seconds after selecting the SUBW,  
BASS, TREBLE, BAL, FADER or DEFEAT mode, the unit  
automatically returns to normal mode.  
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.).  
* When the subwoofer mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be adjusted.  
2
Turn the Rotary encoder until the desired sound is  
obtained in each mode.  
By setting Defeat ON, previously adjusted settings of BASS  
and TREBLE will return to the factory defaults.  
The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON.  
1
* The adjustment can also be made by pressing Rotary encoder. Refer  
to “Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader  
(Between Front and Rear)/Defeat” (page 12).  
12-EN  
 
Setting the Treble Control  
Turning Loudness On/Off  
You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal  
preference.  
Loudness introduces a special low- and high-frequency emphasis at low  
listening levels. This compensates for the ear’s decreased sensitivity to  
bass and treble sound.  
1
Press A.SEL/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.  
BASS  
TREBLE  
HPF  
BASS  
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  
frequency.  
10.0kHz  
12.5kHz  
15.0kHz  
17.5kHz  
10.0kHz  
Emphasizes the displayed treble frequency ranges.  
Setting the Treble Level  
2
-2*2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
treble level (–7~+7).  
You can emphasize the treble level.  
3
Press and hold  
return to normal mode.  
/ESC for at least 2 seconds to  
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 Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader  
(Between Front and Rear)/Defeat” (page 12).  
Adjusting the High Pass Filter  
The High Pass Filter on this unit can be adjusted to suit your personal  
taste.  
1
2
Press A.SEL/SETUP repeatedly to select the HPF  
mode.  
BASS  
TREBLE  
HPF  
BASS  
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired HPF  
frequency.  
OFF  
80Hz  
120Hz  
160Hz  
All frequencies above the selected cutoff are output.  
3
Press and hold  
return to normal mode.  
/ESC for at least 2 seconds to  
If no operation is performed for 15 seconds, the unit will return to  
normal mode automatically.  
The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to ON.  
13-EN  
 
About the indication display  
When displaying Text, the following indicators are lit  
according to the mode.  
Other Functions  
Indicator/  
Mode  
MP3/WMA/AAC  
Mode  
CD Mode  
iPod Mode  
––  
2
Folder Name*  
––  
––  
being displayed  
1
1
Artist Name*  
Artist Name*  
TITLE  
being displayed being displayed  
1
1
Text (Disc  
Album Name* Album Name*  
3
Name* ) being being displayed being displayed  
Displaying the Text  
displayed  
1
1
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/WMA/AAC files.  
Text (Track  
Song Name* / Song Name*  
Name* ) being File Name being being displayed  
displayed displayed  
3
1
* Tag information  
If there is no tag information, “ARTIST”/“ALBUM”/“SONG” is  
displayed.  
* The root folder is displayed as “FOLDER”.  
* If there is no Text (Disc Name or Track Name), “DISC TEXT”/  
“TRACK TEXT” is displayed.  
Press TITLE.  
The display will change every time the button is pressed.  
2
3
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.  
About “Text”  
The display in Radio mode:  
FREQUENCY CLOCK  
Text:  
FREQUENCY  
Text compatible CDs contain text information such as the disc  
name and track name. Such text information is referred to as  
“text.”  
The display in CD mode:  
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME  
TRACK NO./CLOCK  
TEXT (TRACK NAME)*  
1
1
TEXT (DISC NAME)*  
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.  
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME  
The display in MP3/WMA/AAC mode:  
FILE NO./ELAPSED TIME  
FOLDER NO./FILE NO.  
FILE NO./CLOCK  
ARTIST NAME*  
FOLDER NAME  
FILE NAME  
SONG NAME*  
2
2
2
ALBUM NAME*  
FILE NO./ELAPSED TIME  
1
* Displayed during playback of a disc with CD text.  
Displaying Time  
2
* ID3 tag/WMA tag  
If an MP3/WMA/AAC file contains ID3 tag/WMA tag information,  
the ID3 tag/WMA tag information is displayed (e.g., song name,  
artist name, and album name). All other tag data is ignored.  
Press TITLE repeatedly until the time is displayed.  
Each press changes the display.  
For details, see “Displaying the Text” (page 14).  
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.  
14-EN  
 
Sound Customizing  
SETUP  
Subwoofer On and Off  
SUBW ON (Initial setting) / SUBW OFF  
You can flexibly customize the unit to suit your own preferences and  
usage. From the SETUP menu, Sound Customizing, Visual  
Customizing, etc., can be modified.  
When the subwoofer is on, perform the steps below to adjust the  
subwoofer output level.  
1 In the normal mode, press Rotary encoder repeatedly to  
select the SUBW mode.  
Rotary encoder  
/
/ENT  
SUBW  
BASS  
TREBLE  
SUBW  
BAL  
FADER  
DEFEAT  
VOLUME  
2 Adjust the level by turning the Rotary encoder.  
Setting the Subwoofer System  
SUBW SYS 1 (Initial setting) / SUBW SYS 2  
Select either SYS 1 or SYS 2 for the desired subwoofer effect.  
A.SEL/SETUP  
/RTN  
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.  
Use steps 1 to 4 to select one of the SETUP modes to  
modify. See the applicable section below for details  
about the selected SETUP item.  
Visual Customizing  
1
2
Press and hold A.SEL/SETUP for at least 2 seconds  
to activate the SETUP mode.  
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 unit’s backlighting is too bright at night.  
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
SETUP menu, and then press  
/
/ENT.  
(e.g. Select SUBWOOFER)  
1
DIMMER  
CLOCK ADJ*  
TEXT SCR  
SUBWOOFER  
(SUBW SYS) *  
PLAY MODE  
POWER IC DEMO  
Scroll Type Setting  
SCR TYPE1 / SCR TYPE2 (Initial setting)  
2
SCROLLTYPE  
DIMMER  
Choose from two scrolling methods.  
Select the type you prefer.  
1
* Displayed only when SUBW is on.  
* Refer to “Setting Time” (page 7).  
2
SCR TYPE1:  
The characters scroll from right to left, a  
single character at a time.  
3
4
Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting.  
SCR TYPE2:  
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.  
(e.g. Select SUBW ON or SUBW OFF.)  
Press and hold A.SEL/SETUP for at least 2 seconds  
to return to normal mode.  
Press  
/RTN to return to the previous mode.  
If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to  
normal mode automatically.  
15-EN  
 
Scroll Setting (TEXT SCR)  
SCR AUTO / SCR MANU (Initial setting)  
External Device  
This CD player can scroll the disc and track names recorded on  
CD-TEXT discs, as well as the text information of MP3/WMA/AAC  
files, folder names and tags.  
Connecting to an External Amplifier (POWER IC)  
POW ON (Initial setting) / POW OFF  
When an external amplifier is connected, sound quality can be improved  
by stopping the power supply of the built-in amplifier.  
SCR AUTO:  
The CD text information, the text information of  
folder and file names, and the tags are  
scrolled automatically.  
POW OFF:  
Use this mode when the line output of this unit  
is used to drive an external amplifier. In this  
setting, the head unit’s internal amplifier is  
turned OFF and cannot drive speakers.  
SCR MANU:  
The display is scrolled when a disc is loaded  
or when a track is changed, etc.  
The unit scrolls CD text names, folder names, file names or tag  
display.  
Front  
left  
Demonstration  
DEMO ON / DEMO OFF (Initial setting)  
Amplifier  
Front  
right  
This unit has a demonstration feature for the display.  
To quit Demo mode, set to DEMO OFF.  
Rear  
left  
Amplifier  
MP3/WMA/AAC  
Rear  
right  
Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data (Play Mode)  
CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3  
POW ON :  
The speakers are driven by the built-in  
amplifier.  
This unit can play back CDs containing both CD and MP3/WMA/AAC  
data (created in Enhanced CD (CD Extra) format). However, in some  
situations, playback of an enhanced CD may be difficult. In this case,  
you can select playback of a single session only, containing the CD data.  
When a disc contains both CD and MP3/WMA/AAC data, playback  
starts from the CD data portion of the disc.  
Speakers  
SPEAKER  
RIGHT FRONT  
Front  
right  
CD-DA:  
Only the CD data in Session 1 can be played back.  
CDDA/MP3: CD data, MP3/WMA/AAC files in mixed mode, and  
multi-session discs can be played back.  
SPEAKER  
RIGHT REAR  
Rear  
right  
Perform this setting before inserting a disc. If a disc has already been  
inserted, remove it first.  
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.  
16-EN  
 
®
Searching for a desired Song  
iPod (Optional)  
An iPod can contain hundreds of songs. By using file tag information  
and keeping these songs organized in playlists, this unit’s search  
functions will ease song searches.  
/ESC  
Rotary encoder  
/
/
Each music category has its own individual hierarchy. Use the Playlist/  
Artist/Album/Song/Podcast/Genre/Composer search mode to narrow  
searches based on the table below.  
2
1
ENT  
SOURCE/  
4 5  
6
Hierarchy 1  
Playlist  
Hierarchy 2  
Song  
Hierarchy 3  
Hierarchy 4  
Song  
Artist*  
Album*  
Song  
Album*  
Song  
Podcast  
Genre*  
Episode  
Artist*  
Album*  
TITLE  
Preset buttons  
(1 through 6)  
/RTN  
Album*  
Song  
Song  
Composer*  
®
An iPod can be connected to this unit by using the proprietary  
ALPINE FULL SPEED Connection Cable (KCE-422i) (sold  
For example: Searching by Artist name  
The following example explains how an ARTIST search is performed.  
Another search mode can be used for the same operation, although the  
hierarchy differs.  
separately). When this unit is connected by using the cable, the controls  
on the iPod are not functional.  
iPods usable with this unit  
1
2
Press  
/ESC to activate the search selection mode.  
The unit can be used with the fourth generation and above  
iPod, iPod photo, iPod minis or iPod nano. iPod Shuffle  
cannot be used, however.  
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the ARTIST  
search mode, and then press /ENT.  
/
Touch wheel or scroll wheel type iPods without the dock  
connector cannot be connected to the unit.  
The unit can be used with the following iPod versions.  
Correct function of earlier versions cannot be guranteed.  
PLAYLIST  
GENRE  
ARTIST  
COMPOSER  
ALBUM  
SONG  
PODCAST  
PLAYLIST  
3
4
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
Artist, and then press /ENT.  
/
Fourth generation iPod: Ver. 3.1.1  
Fifth generation iPod: Ver.1.1.2  
iPod photo: Ver.1.2.1  
iPod mini: Ver.1.4.1  
iPod nano: Ver.1.2  
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
Album, and then press /ENT.  
/
The unit cannot be used with software versions earlier than  
“2006-06-28”. For details about “iPod Software Update”, refer  
to the iPod Instruction Manual.  
Playback  
1
2
Press SOURCE/ to switch to the iPod mode.  
Press or to select the desired song.  
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  
.
3
To pause playback, press  
/
/ENT.  
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.  
17-EN  
 
5
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
Song, and then press  
/
/ENT.  
Direct Search Function  
After pressing and holding  
/
/ENT for at least 2 seconds while  
The unit’s 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.  
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  
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).  
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 /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.  
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 turn the Rotary encoder to find the desired  
song.  
“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  
songs in the iPod. Also, if you press and hold  
2 seconds, all songs in the iPod are played back.  
/
/ENT is pressed, you can search for all  
/
/ENT for at least  
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 turn the Rotary encoder to find the desired song.  
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 18.  
All 100 songs (100%)  
0%  
1
17%  
33%  
50%  
67%  
83%  
6
Preset  
buttons  
Quick Search  
2
3
4
5
You can search a song from all songs in the iPod without selecting an  
album, artist, etc.  
First  
17th  
33rd  
50th  
67th  
83rd  
Songs  
song song song song song song  
1
Press and hold  
activate the Quick Search mode.  
/ESC for at least 2 seconds to  
Select Playlist/Artist/Album/Podcast/  
Genre/Composer  
2
Turn the Rotary encoder to select a desired song.  
The selected song is played back immediately.  
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 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.  
If many songs are in the iPod, it takes time to search for songs.  
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 18.  
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.  
18-EN  
 
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.)  
Repeat Play  
The Shuffle function of the iPod is displayed as M.I.X. on this unit.  
Only Repeat One is available for the iPod.  
Repeat One:  
A single song is repeatedly played back.  
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.  
1
Press  
4.  
The song is played back repeatedly.  
RPT  
(off)  
RPT  
Shuffle Songs:  
(Repeat One)  
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.  
2
To cancel repeat play, select (off) with the above  
procedure.  
1
Press 5  
.
During repeat playback, no other songs are selectable by pressing  
The songs are played back in random sequence.  
or  
.
M.I.X.ꢀꢀꢀ  
M.I.X.ꢀꢀꢀꢀ  
(off) ꢀ  
M.I.X.  
(Shuffle Albums)  
(Shuffle Songs)  
Displaying the Text  
2
To cancel M.I.X. play, select (off) with the above  
procedure.  
You can display the tag information of a song in the iPod.  
Press TITLE.  
Each press changes the display.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME  
ARTIST NAME*  
SONG TITLE*  
TRACK NO./CLOCK  
ALBUM NAME*  
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME  
1
Press 6.  
The songs are played back in random sequence.  
* TAG information  
“ARTIST”/“ALBUM”/“SONG” is displayed if there is no tag  
information.  
M.I.X.  
(Shuffle ALL)  
(off)  
M.I.X.  
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).  
2
To cancel M.I.X. play, select (off) with the above  
procedure.  
If Shuffle ALL is selected, the selected songs being played back in the  
search mode are canceled.  
Some characters may not be correctly displayed.  
“NO SUPPORT” is displayed if text information is not supported by  
the unit.  
19-EN  
 
CD  
Information  
CD Player not functioning.  
Out of operating temperature range +50°C (+120°F) for CD.  
- Allow the vehicle’s interior (or trunk) temperature to cool.  
In Case of Difficulty  
CD playback sound is wavering.  
Moisture condensation in the CD Module.  
- Allow enough time for the condensation to evaporate (about 1  
hour).  
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.  
Basic  
The CD is being improperly inserted.  
- Make sure the CD is being inserted following instructions in  
the CD Player Operation section.  
No function or display.  
Vehicle’s ignition is off.  
- If connected following instructions, the unit will not operate  
with the vehicle’s ignition off.  
Unable to fast forward or backward the CD.  
The CD has been damaged.  
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.  
- 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.  
Radio  
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.  
CD playback sound skips without vibration.  
The disc is dirty or scratched.  
- Clean the disc; damaged disc should be replaced.  
Unable to tune stations in the seek mode.  
Error displays (built-in CD player only).  
You are in a weak signal area.  
Mechanical error  
- Make sure the tuner is in the DX mode.  
- 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.  
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.  
CD-R/CD-RW playback not possible.  
Close session (finalization) has not been performed.  
- Perform finalization and attempt playback again.  
MP3/WMA/AAC  
Broadcast is noisy.  
The antenna is not the proper length.  
- Extend the antenna fully; replace it if it is broken.  
The antenna is poorly grounded.  
- Make sure the antenna is grounded properly at its mounting  
location.  
MP3, WMA or AAC is not played back.  
Writing error occurred. The CD format is not compatible.  
- Make sure the CD has been written in a supported format.  
Refer to “About MP3/WMA/AAC” (pages 10-11), then rewrite  
in the format supported by this device.  
20-EN  
 
Audio  
Indication for iPod Mode  
The sound is not output from the speakers.  
Unit has no output signal of the internal amplifier.  
- POWER IC is switched to “POW ON” (page 16).  
The iPod is not connected.  
- Make sure the iPod is correctly connected (refer to  
“Connections”).  
Make sure the cable is not bent excessively.  
iPod  
iPod does not play and no sound is output.  
The iPod has not been recognized.  
- Reset this unit and the iPod. Refer to “Initial System Start-Up”  
(page 6). To reset the iPod, refer to the Owner’s Manual of the  
iPod.  
There are no songs in the iPod.  
- Download songs to the iPod and connect to this unit.  
Indication for CD Player  
Protective circuit is activated due to high temperature.  
- The indication will disappear when the temperature returns to  
normal operating range.  
There is no podcast data in the iPod.  
- Download podcast data to the iPod and connect to this unit.  
Communication error  
No CD is inserted.  
- Insert a CD.  
Although a disc is inserted, “NO DISC” is displayed and the unit  
does not start to play or eject the disc.  
- Remove the disc by following these steps:  
- Turn the ignition key off, and then set to ON again.  
- Check the display by reconnecting between the iPod and this  
unit, using the iPod cable.  
Press the  
button again for at least 2 seconds.  
If the disc still does not eject, consult your Alpine dealer.  
Caused by the iPod Software Version not being compatible with  
this unit.  
- Update the iPod Software Version to be compatible with this  
unit.  
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.  
A copy-protected WMA file was played back.  
- You can only play back non-copy-protected files.  
A sampling rate/bit rate not supported by the unit is used.  
- Use a sampling rate/bit rate that is supported by the unit.  
21-EN  
 
Specifications  
FM TUNER SECTION  
Tuning Range  
87.7-107.9 MHz  
Mono Usable Sensitivity  
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity  
Alternate Channel Selectivity  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Stereo Separation  
9.3 dBf (0.8 µV/75 ohms)  
13.5 dBf (1.3 µV/75 ohms)  
80 dB  
65 dB  
35 dB  
2.0 dB  
Capture Ratio  
AM TUNER SECTION  
Tuning Range  
530-1,710 kHz  
22.5 µV/27 dB  
Sensitivity (IEC Standard)  
CD PLAYER SECTION  
Frequency Response  
Wow & Flutter (% WRMS)  
Total Harmonic Distortion  
Dynamic Range  
5-20,000 Hz ( 1 dB)  
Below measurable limits  
0.008% (at 1 kHz)  
95 dB (at 1 kHz)  
105 dB  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Channel Separation  
85 dB (at 1 kHz)  
PICKUP  
Wave length  
Laser power  
795 nm  
CLASS I  
GENERAL  
Power Requirement  
14.4 V DC  
(11-16 V allowable)  
16 W RMS × 4*  
Power Output  
* Primary amplifier ratings per CEA-2006 Standard  
Power output: measured at 4 Ohms and 1% THD+N  
S/N: 80 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ohms)  
Maximum Pre-Output Voltage  
2 V/10 k ohms  
Bass  
14 dB at 100 Hz  
14 dB at 10 kHz  
1.6 kg (3 lbs. 8 oz)  
Treble  
Weight  
CHASSIS SIZE  
Width  
Height  
Depth  
178 mm (7")  
50 mm (2")  
161 mm (6-3/8")  
NOSEPIECE SIZE  
Width  
Height  
Depth  
170 mm (6-3/4")  
46 mm (1-13/16")  
25 mm (1")  
Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design  
are subject to change without notice.  
22-EN  
 
Installation and Connections  
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.  
USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND.  
(Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do so may  
result in fire, etc.  
BEFORE WIRING, DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE  
NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL.  
ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR  
PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE.  
Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due to  
Route the cables and wiring away from moving parts (like the seat  
rails) or sharp or pointed edges. This will prevent crimping and  
damage to the wiring. If wiring passes through a hole in metal, use  
a rubber grommet to prevent the wire’s insulation from being cut by  
the metal edge of the hole.  
electrical shorts.  
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  
DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES.  
Be sure to disconnect the cable from the (–) battery post before  
installing your CDE-9873. This will reduce any chance of  
damage to the unit in case of a short-circuit.  
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.  
Be sure to connect the colour coded leads according to the  
diagram. Incorrect connections may cause the unit to  
malfunction or damage to the vehicle’s electrical system.  
When making connections to the vehicle’s 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-9873 to the fuse box, make sure  
the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDE-9873 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.  
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.  
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.  
The CDE-9873 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.  
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER  
VEHICLE OPERATION, SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR  
GEARSHIFT.  
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.  
Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc.  
and results in serious accident.  
IMPORTANT  
SERIAL NUMBER:  
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.  
INSTALLATION DATE:  
INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN:  
PLACE OF PURCHASE:  
23-EN  
 
Installation  
2
Screw  
Hex Nut (M5)  
2
*
Bolt Stud  
Detachable Front  
Panel  
Metal  
Mounting  
Strap  
1
*
Caution  
When you install this unit in your car, do not remove the  
detachable front panel.  
This unit  
If the detachable front panel is removed during installation, you  
might press too hard and warp the metal plate that holds it in  
place.  
Ground Lead  
Chassis  
Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting  
strap (not supplied). Secure the ground lead of the  
The main unit must be mounted within 35 degrees of the horizontal  
plane, back to front.  
1
unit to a clean metal spot using a screw (* ) already  
attached to the vehicle’s chassis.  
2
For the screw marked “* ”, use an appropriate screw for the chosen  
Less than 35°  
mounting location.  
Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier to  
the corresponding output lead coming from the left  
rear of the CDE-9873. Connect all other leads of the  
CDE-9873 according to details described in the  
CONNECTlONS section.  
Mounting Sleeve  
(Included)  
1
Dashboard  
Pressure Plates*  
This unit  
* 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 25).  
24-EN  
 
3
Slide the CDE-9873 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)  
3. Pull the unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do so.  
<JAPANESE CAR>  
Front Frame  
Screws (M5 × 8)  
(Included)  
This unit  
Ground Lead  
3
*
Mounting Bracket  
Secure the ground lead of the unit to a clean metal spot using a screw  
3
(* ) already attached to the vehicle’s chassis.  
25-EN  
 
Connections  
To iPod  
Antenna  
Blue  
POWER ANT  
To power antenna  
To amplifier  
REMOTE TURN-ON  
Blue/White  
Pink/Black AUDIO INTERRUPT IN  
To vehicle phone  
Orange  
ILLUMINATION  
To the instrument cluster illumination  
lead  
Red  
IGNITION  
BATTERY  
Ignition Key  
Yellow  
Black  
GND  
Battery  
Gray  
Speakers  
SPEAKER  
RIGHT FRONT  
Front Right  
Gray/Black  
Violet/Black  
SPEAKER  
RIGHT REAR  
Rear Right  
Rear Left  
Violet  
Green  
SPEAKER  
LEFT REAR  
Green/Black  
White/Black  
SPEAKER  
LEFT FRONT  
Front Left  
White  
Speakers  
Front Left  
Amplifier  
Amplifier  
Front Right  
Rear or  
Subwoofers*  
26-EN  
 
Antenna Receptacle  
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)  
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 vehicle’s power  
antenna. Do not use this lead to turn on an amplifier or a signal  
processor, etc.  
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  
RED is right and WHITE is left.  
*
When Subwoofer is set to OFF: Output is from Rear speakers.  
When Subwoofer is set to ON: Output is from Subwoofer.  
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  
Illumination Lead (Orange)  
Control iPod signals.  
Connect this to an iPod by using the FULL SPEED  
Connection Cable (KCE-422i) (sold separately).  
FULL SPEEDTM Connection Cable (KCE-422i) (sold  
separately)  
TM  
This lead may be connected to the vehicle’s instrument  
cluster illumination lead. This will allow the backlighting of  
this unit to dim whenever the vehicle’s lights are turned on.  
Switched Power Lead (Ignition) (Red)  
Connect this lead to an open terminal on the vehicle’s 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 vehicle’s  
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.  
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)  
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.  
27-EN  
 
 
 
LIMITED WARRANTY  
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.  
C You must supply proof of your purchase of the product.  
PRODUCTS COVERED:  
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.  
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.  
HOW WE LIMIT IMPLIED WARRANTIES:  
LENGTH OF WARRANTY:  
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.  
This Warranty is in effect for one year from the date of the first  
consumer purchase.  
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 PURCHASER’S TIME, LOSS OF THE USE OF  
THE PRODUCT, BUS FARES, CAR RENTALS OR OTHERS  
COSTS RELATING TO THE CARE AND CUSTODY OF THE  
PRODUCT. THE TERM CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES”  
REFERS TO THE COST OF REPAIRING OR REPLACING  
OTHER PROPERTY WHICH IS DAMAGED WHEN THIS  
PRODUCT DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE REMEDIES  
PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND  
IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS.  
WHAT IS 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 Owner’s  
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 Alpine’s consent.  
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:  
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.  
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.  
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE:  
Should the product require service, please call the following  
number for your nearest Authorized Alpine Service Center.  
CAR AUDIO  
1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)  
1-888-NAV-HELP (1-888-628-4357)  
NAVIGATION  
B You should provide a detailed description of the problem(s)  
for which service is required.  
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.  
 

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