EN R MP3/WMA/AAC CD Receiver FR CDA-117 ES • 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, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0031, Japan Phone 03-5496-8231 ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. 19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance, California 90501, U.S.A. Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.
Contents Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING ....................................................... 4 CAUTION ........................................................ 4 PRECAUTIONS ............................................... 4 Getting Started Accessory List ...............................................................7 Turning Power On and Off.......................................7 Source Selection..........................................................
Contents Setting the Language Font.....................................23 Demonstration............................................................23 Display Setting...................................................... 23 Dimmer Control ..........................................................23 Dimmer Level Setting ...............................................23 Scroll Type Setting .....................................................23 Scroll Setting (Text Scroll) ....................................
Contents Setting the MX Level........................................... 37 Setting EQ mode .................................................. 37 Setting the Time Correction Unit (TCR Parameter).................................................... 38 Sound Field Adjustment.................................... 38 Adjusting the Parametric Equalizer Curve ........38 Adjusting the Graphic Equalizer Curve ..............38 Adjusting the Time Correction ..............................
Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in serious injury or death. 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.
disc has been inserted correctly, push the RESET switch with a pointed object such as a ballpoint pen. Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in skips, but this will not scratch the disc or damage the player. If the surface is heavily soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a solution of mild neutral detergent before cleaning the disc. New Discs To prevent the CD from jamming, “Error” is displayed if discs with irregular surfaces are inserted or if discs are inserted incorrectly.
Protecting the USB connector • Only a USB Memory, iPhone/iPod or Portable audio player can be connected to the USB connector on this unit. Correct performance using other USB products cannot be guaranteed. • If the USB connector is used, be sure to use a USB extension cable (supplied). A USB hub is not supported. • Depending on the connected USB Memory device, the unit may not function or some functions may not be performed. • The audio file format that can be played back on the unit is MP3/ WMA/AAC.
Getting Started Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel Detaching Rotary encoder/ENTER/ (OPEN) /ESC 1 2 Turn off the unit power. Press (OPEN) to open the front panel (figure 1). To close the front panel, press the left side until it locks as shown in the figure 2. SETUP SOURCE/ MUTE figure 1 Accessory List 3 • • • • • • • • • • • Head unit ..................................................................................1 Power cable..........................................................
Initial System Start-Up 7 Press and hold SETUP for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode. Notes 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. Press (OPEN) to open the front panel, and then remove it. Press RESET with a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object. RESET switch Adjusting Volume 1 Turn the Rotary encoder until the desired sound is obtained.
Presetting Stations Manually Radio 1 BAND SOURCE/ Rotary encoder/ENTER/ /ESC Tune in the station you want to store. Press and hold, for at least 2 seconds, any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) into which you wish to store the station. The display shows the band, preset number and station frequency memorized. Notes TUNE/A.ME FUNC. • A total of 18 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations for each band; FM1, FM2 and AM).
Receiving a Multicast Station (HD Radio™ mode only) RBDS Multicasting is the Ability to broadcast multiple program streams over a single FM frequency. This increases the amount and diversity of content choices. A maximum of eight multicast station channels can be selected on this unit. When multicast station is received, the program number and the SPS indicator lights up. 1 BAND Rotary encoder/ENTER/ /ESC Press or to select the desired program service.
Receiving Traffic Information 1 2 Press and hold TA for at least 2 seconds so that the “TA” indicator lights up. Press or to select your desired traffic information station. When a traffic information station is tuned in, the “TP” indicator lights up. Traffic information is heard only when it is being broadcast. If traffic information is not being broadcast, the unit is set in the standby mode. When a traffic information broadcast begins, the unit automatically receives it and the display shows “T.
• When an iPod that doesn't support the tagging function is connected, “Non-Tagging iPod” may be displayed. • When the iPhone/iPod is disconnected from the unit during tagging, its tag information will be stored in the unit. • If there is stored tag information on the unit, when an iPhone/iPod supporting the tag function is connected, the stored tag information will be transferred to the iPhone/iPod automatically.
• The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back. • Press VIEW to switch the display. For details, refer to “Displaying the Text” on page 18. 2 Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired track, and then press ENTER. This will play the selected track. Notes Repeat Play 1 Press 4. The song is played back repeatedly. • Press ESC in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode is canceled if no operation is performed for 60 seconds.
Supported playback sampling rates and bit rates Quick Search You can search for tracks (files). 1 2 Press and hold ENTER for at least 2 seconds in the CD/ MP3/WMA/AAC mode to activate Quick Search mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select a desired track (file). The selected track is played back immediately. MP3 Sampling rates: Bit rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 16 kHz 8 - 320 kbps WMA Sampling rates: Bit rates: 48 kHz, 44.
Verify the writing order in the software’s documentation. The playback order of the folders and files is as follows. Sound Setting Root folder Rotary encoder/ENTER/ SOURCE/ /ESC BAND * Preset buttons (1 through 6) AUDIO/SOUND SETUP Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Black Out/Defeat Folder MP3/WMA/AAC File * The folder No./ folder Name will not be displayed if no file is contained in the folder.
Setting the Subwoofer System Sound Setting You can flexibly customize the unit to suit your own preference and usage. From the SOUND SETUP menu, Audio Setting can be modified. When the subwoofer is on, you can select either System 1 or System 2 for the desired subwoofer effect. Setting item: SUBW. System Use steps 1 to 4 to select one of the setting modes to modify. See the applicable section below for details about the selected setting item.
DVD (Video CD) (MOVIE MX level 1 to 2): The dialogue portion of a video is reproduced more clearly. Band-2 (DVD MUSIC): A DVD or Video CD contains a large quantity of data such as music clip. MX uses this data to reproduce the sound accurately. AUX (MX level 1): Choose the MX mode (CMPM, MOVIE, or MUSIC) that corresponds to the media connected. 3 • Each music source, such as FM radio, CD, and MP3/WMA/AAC can have its own MX setting.
Storing the Sound Field Adjustment Settings Other Functions The Sound Field Settings containing Parametric EQ/Graphic EQ and T.Correction settings can be stored in the preset memory. 1 2 When the settings of Sound Field have been completed, select any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) in any item of the Sound Field mode (e.g. Parametric EQ), press and hold the desired preset buttons for at least 2 seconds.
The display in HD Radio mode: Frequency (Blank) (Blank) (Blank) Calendar Station Call Letter*5 Clock Station Call Letter*5 *7 About the indication display *6 *6 Artist Name*5 Album Name*5 Song Name*5 Song Name*5 *6 When the Text Scroll (refer to “Scroll Setting (Text Scroll)” on page 23) is set to “Auto”, the display cannot be switched by pressing VIEW. The display contents switch alternately.
Indicator/ Mode CD Mode — — — MP3/ WMA/ AAC Mode SAT RADIO/ HD Radio Mode iPod Mode — Composer Name being displayed (SIRIUS Radio only) — — Station Call Letter being displayed (HD Radio mode only) — — SPS being displayed (HD Radio mode only) — BAND About “Text” Text compatible CDs contain text information such as the disc name and track name. Such text information is referred to as “text”.
*4 Only when XM Radio is connected. For the XM Radio setting, refer to “SAT Radio Receiver (optional)” on page 26. *5 Only when SIRIUS Radio is connected. *6 Refer to “Setting the Time and Calendar” on page 8. *7 Displayed only when Bluetooth IN is OFF. *8 Displayed only when AUX+ Setup is ON. *9 Displayed only when Digital AUX is ON. *10 Displayed only when AUX IN is ON. *11 Refer to “Setting the Time to automatically Adjust” on page 10.
Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT Mute) If a device having the interrupt feature is connected, audio will be automatically muted whenever the interrupt signal is received from the device. Setting item: INT Mute Setting contents: ON / OFF (Initial setting) Setting the AUX+ Setup Mode You can input the audio of an external device, (such as a Portable audio player) to the BLUETOOTH interface connector of this unit.
Scroll Type Setting POWER IC OFF: Amplifier Front left Choose from two scrolling methods. Select the type you prefer. Front right Setting item: Scroll Type Rear left Amplifier Rear right Note • No sound is produced by the system when the Power IC is set to OFF. Setting the Language Font Two types of font can be selected.
Opening Message ON/OFF Setting Clearing the Setting of Skipped Channels This unit includes a special message feature with various patterns, which when enabled displays opening messages for certain occasions. For example, when you turn this unit on December 25th (according to the unit’s date setting), a Christmas greeting is displayed if the Opening Message is set to ON. The optional SIRIUS Receiver Box may have the ability to create an undesired channel list.
1 Turn the Rotary encoder to set S-Seek Alert to On or Off, and then press ENTER. If On is set, the alert for all stored Artists/Songs is set. If Off is set, no announcements will be made. Delete All The operation will delete all alerts (artists, songs and team) stored in memory. After access to this item, operate the unit as follow. 1 Turn the Rotary encoder to select Yes, and then press ENTER. Memory Recall You can manage the stored Alert (Artist, Songs, Sports team) individually by this setting.
4 SAT Radio Receiver (optional) Rotary encoder/ENTER/ BAND /ESC SOURCE/ Press or to select the desired channel. Holding down or will change channels continuously. 1 While in XM or SIRIUS Radio mode, enter the Channel number you want to call up with the numeric keypad on the remote control. 2 Press Enter on the remote control within 5 seconds to receive the Channel. Note • When using the optional remote control (RUE-4190, etc.
• A total of 18 channels can be stored in the preset memory for either XM or SIRIUS. 6 Channels are stored in each band (XM1, XM2 and XM3 for XM; SIRIUS1, SIRIUS2 and SIRIUS3 for SIRIUS). • If you store a channel in a preset memory which already has a station, the current channel will be cleared and replaced with the new one. Receiving Stored Channels 1 2 Press BAND to select the desired band. Press the channel preset button (1 through 6) that has your desired satellite channel in memory.
• Sports teams/Artist name and Song title which you have stored and which are currently playing will be displayed in a category called “My Game Zone”/“S-Seek” in search mode. For details, refer to “Search Function” on page 28. Search Function You can search for programs by Category, Channel. Quick Search Function You can search for all channels in numerical order. 1 2 Category Search mode 1 2 Press and hold ENTER for at least 2 seconds in XM or SIRIUS mode to activate Quick Search mode.
3 *1 When ADF is turned OFF, this information is not displayed (refer to “Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display (XM only)” on page 29). Displayed in 1 line when text amount is small. *2 When the channel “0” or “255” is selected, the SIRIUS ID number is displayed. *3 Displayed only during instant replay. Press ESC for at least 2 seconds to cancel the INSTANT REPLAY mode. The unit returns to usual SIRIUS broadcasting mode.
USB Memory/Portable audio player (optional) Rotary encoder/ENTER/ /ESC SOURCE/ • Searching is not recommended during the Banking process as the database is under construction at this time, and malfunction may result in some cases. This unit has a BANK function that automatically divides every 1,000 songs stored in USB Memory/Portable audio player into individual banks to make searching and playing back a song easier.
2 2 To cancel repeat play, select (off) with the above procedure. The “Banking” may be displayed for a few seconds. Note • During repeat play, setting M.I.X. to ON will cancel the repeat play. 3 M.I.X. (Random Play) 1 4 Press 5 . MIX*1 MIX ALL*2 (off ) MIX *1 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.
Alphabet Skip Function The initial skip function is skipped to the next number, symbol or letter such as from A to B, B to C. You can skip in reverse order such as B to A by pressing . 1 During search mode, press or to perform the Alphabet Skip Function. iPhone/iPod (optional) SOURCE/ Rotary encoder/ENTER/ /ESC 4 5 6 A list is skipped to the next number, symbol or letter. Notes • The alphabet select object is only the alphabet that is recorded by UTF-16 character code.
5 Playback Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Song, and then press ENTER. The selected song is played back. 1 2 Press SOURCE to switch to the USB iPod mode. Press or to select the desired song. Pressing and holding or will fast backward/fast forward the current song. 3 To pause playback, press . Pressing again will resume playback. Notes • 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.
Direct Search Function Search Position Memory 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/Audiobook mode, you can quickly target any song. During iPhone/iPod playback, you can quickly return to the last-selected hierarchy level in the search mode. 1 1 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.
Note IMPRINT Operation (optional) • Depending on the connected iPod, track up/down may be not available during Repeat play. Displaying the Text You can display the tag information of a song in the iPhone/iPod. 1 BAND Rotary encoder/ENTER/ SOURCE/ Press VIEW. /ESC Each press changes the display. Note • When the Text Scroll is set to Manual, press and hold VIEW for at least 2 seconds, the current text will be scrolled one time. Track No./All Songs No.
Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/ Treble Level/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Balance (Between Left and Right)/ Black Out in MultEQ mode 2 MultEQ Mode Subwoofer SUBW. System*1 SUBW. Phase*1 SUBW. Channel*1 Factory’s EQ TW Setup*2 Filter Type Media Xpander MX Level*3 EQ Mode TCR Parameter Sound Field*4 MultEQ Mode (e.g. Select Subwoofer) *1 These functions are inoperable when Subwoofer is set to OFF.
Setting the Subwoofer Phase The subwoofer output phase is toggled SUBWOOFER NORMAL (0°) or SUBWOOFER REVERSE (180°). To adjust the level, turn the Rotary encoder. Turning Media Xpander ON/OFF When the Media Xpander is on, you can adjust the Media Xpander level (refer to “Setting the MX Level” on page 37). Setting item: Media Xpander Setting item: SUBW. Phase Setting contents: OFF (Initial setting) / ON Setting contents: PHASE 0° (Initial setting) / PHASE 180° Setting the Subwoofer Channel (SUBW.
Setting the Time Correction Unit (TCR Parameter) Band-3 400 Hz Band-4 1 kHz Band-5 2.5 kHz You can change the unit, (cm or inch) of time correction. Band-6 6.3 kHz Setting item: TCR Parameter Band-7 17.5 kHz 2 Setting contents: cm (Initial setting) / inch Adjustable output level: −6 to +6 dB Sound Field Adjustment The setting of Parametric EQ/Graphic EQ, Time Correction and X-Over can be adjusted in this mode.
3 MID-H 20 Hz~20 kHz HIGH (1 kHz~20 kHz)*1/(20 Hz~20 kHz)*2 *1 When FACTORY’S is selected, refer to “Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW Setup)” on page 37. *2 When USER’S is selected, refer to “Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW Setup)” on page 37. 2 Press SOURCE to adjust the slope. Notes Adjustable slope: FLAT*, 6 dB/oct., 12 dB/oct., 18 dB/oct., 24 dB/ oct.
Delay Number Time Difference (ms) Distance (cm) Distance (inch) 3 0.3 10.2 4.0 4 0.4 13.6 5.4 5 0.5 17.0 6.7 6 0.6 20.4 8.0 7 0.7 23.8 9.4 8 0.8 27.2 10.7 9 0.9 30.6 12.1 10 1.0 34.0 13.4 11 1.1 37.4 14.7 12 1.2 40.8 16.1 13 1.3 44.2 17.4 14 1.4 47.6 18.8 15 1.5 51.0 20.1 16 1.6 54.4 21.4 17 1.7 57.8 22.8 18 1.8 61.2 24.1 19 1.9 64.6 25.5 20 2.0 68.0 26.8 21 2.1 71.4 28.1 22 2.2 74.8 29.5 23 2.3 78.2 30.8 24 2.4 81.
Delay Number Time Difference (ms) Distance (cm) Distance (inch) 54 5.4 183.6 72.4 55 5.5 187.0 73.7 56 5.6 190.4 75.0 57 5.7 193.8 76.4 58 5.8 197.2 77.7 59 5.9 200.6 79.1 60 6.0 204.0 80.4 61 6.1 207.4 81.7 62 6.2 210.8 83.1 63 6.3 214.2 84.4 64 6.4 217.6 85.8 65 6.5 221.0 87.1 66 6.6 224.4 88.4 67 6.7 227.8 89.8 68 6.8 231.2 91.1 69 6.9 234.6 92.5 70 7.0 238.0 93.8 71 7.1 241.4 95.1 72 7.2 244.8 96.5 73 7.3 248.2 97.
* Only when TW Setup is set to USER’S (refer to “Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW Setup)” on page 37). Low range Mid range Changer (optional) High range BAND SOURCE/ (Different from actual display) Level adjusting (0 to −12 dB) Output frequency range Slope FLAT FUNC. Slope adjusting (Different from actual display) 20 Hz HPF cut-off frequency LPF cut-off frequency Notes • HPF (high pass filter): Cuts the lower frequencies and allows the higher frequencies to pass.
Note • After selecting the desired disc, you can operate in the same way as for the CD player of this unit. For details, see the CD/MP3/WMA/AAC section. Remote Control 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. 1 2 3 Press SOURCE to switch to the MP3 Changer mode.
IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) (sold separately) is connected, refer to “IMPRINT Operation (optional)” on page 35. Battery Replacement Power Button Press this button to turn the power on/off. Band Button Radio mode: Applicable battery: Use two “AAA” sized dry batteries or equivalent. 1 Opening the battery cover Slide out the battery cover while firmly pressing in the direction of the arrow. BAND Button. Press this button and the band will change. Changer mode: To switch the changer.
Information In Case of Difficulty If you encounter a problem, turn the power off, then on again. If the unit is still not functioning normally, 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. Basic No function or display. • Vehicle’s ignition is off.
Indication for SAT Receiver Mode • 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 “Initial System Start-Up” on page 8) and press again.
(SIRIUS mode) • The subscribed program is being updated. During update, audio will be muted until update is completed. – Wait until the update is completed. After completion, follow the indication “SUB Updated Press Any Key” to press any key on the unit to continue, the unit re-tune to previous channel. (SIRIUS mode) • The Receiver is updating the SIRIUS channel line up. During update audio will be muted until update is completed. – Wait until the channel update is completed.
Specifications FM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range Mono Usable Sensitivity 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity Alternate Channel Selectivity Signal-to-Noise Ratio Stereo Separation Capture Ratio 87.7-107.9 MHz 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 AM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range Sensitivity (IEC Standard) 530-1,710 kHz 22.
Installation and Connections Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and refer to “Operating Instructions” on page 4 for proper use. securely install the unit in place. This may cause parts to become loose resulting in hazards or product failure. Warning ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE. MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS. Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or product damage.
the CDA-117. Connect all other leads of the CDA-117 according to details described in the CONNECTlONS section. Installation Screw Hex Nut (M5) Caution *2 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.
iPhone/iPod Connection (sold separately) Connect USB cable to an iPhone/iPod with Interface cable for iPod. USB cable Notes • When removing USB Memory, pull it out straight. • If sound is not output or USB Memory is not recognized even when USB Memory is connected, remove USB Memory once, then connect it again. • Change to a source other than the USB Memory mode, then remove the USB Memory. If the USB Memory is removed in the USB Memory mode, data may be damaged.
Connections To BLUETOOTH INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) (sold separately) Antenna POWER ANT Blue Blue/White REMOTE TURN-ON Pink/Black AUDIO INTERRUPT IN Orange To power antenna To amplifier or equalizer To vehicle phone ILLUMINATION To the instrument cluster illumination lead Red IGNITION Yellow BATTERY Black Ignition Key GND Battery To USB Memory/Portable audio player or iPhone/iPod Gray SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Speakers Front right Gray/Black Violet/Black SPEAKER RIGHT REAR Violet Rear right Gree
Antenna Receptacle Connect this lead to the +B terminal of your power antenna, if applicable. (KCE-400BT) connection is required. For details on connection, refer to the Owner’s 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 (KCE-237B) for building up the AUX IN (sold separately). Note Note • This lead should be used only for controlling the vehicle’s power antenna.
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