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Installation Options You have two basic options for connecting the eX‐10 to a customer’s factory radio Option #1: Use the factory AUX input. If the customer’s car has a factory auxiliary input, the eX‐10’s AUX output can connect directly to this input. If the vehicle is so equipped, Option #1 will provide the best sound quality. OR Option #2: Use the KWE‐155B antenna splitter.
Installation Instructions Step 1: Input into the factory radio Option #1: Use the factory AUX input. Purchase a 1/8” phono‐to‐phono jack cable to connect the eX‐10 to the factory AUX input. Part # 42‐2607 from Radio Shack is a good example. Plug one end of the cable into the vehicle’s factory AUX port. Plug the other end of the 1/8” phono cable into The “aux out” port on the eX‐10’s power supply. Select “AUX” as a source to hear iPod or Bluetooth output from the vehicle’s sound system.
Installation Instructions Step 1: Input into the factory radio Option #2: Use the Alpine KWE-155B FM splitter. Purchase the Alpine KWE‐155B FM splitter. Remove the vehicle’s factory radio, and unplug the antenna connection. Plug the factory antenna connector into the port marked “car antenna” on the KWE‐155B FM splitter. Plug the antenna lead marked “car audio” into the factory radio’s antenna input.
Installation Instructions Step 2: Mount the Bluetooth microphone Attach the Bluetooth microphone to the microphone mounting clip by pushing the microphone onto the clip as shown Clip the microphone mount to a spot in the car no more than 24” from the customer’s mouth. Good locations include the sun visor, the top of the A‐pillar, and the edge of the roof‐mounted center console (if equipped)* . Route the microphone cable to the desired location for the eX‐10’s power supply.
Installation Instructions Step 3: Mount the eX‐10’s display Twist the supplied round plastic plate to the base of the eX‐10’s display, and attach the supplied double‐sided tape to this plate. Clean the dash area where the eX‐10’s display will be mounted with the supplied alcohol pad. Remove the backing from the double‐sided tape, and attach it to the dash by pressing firmly*.
Installation Instructions Step 4: Connect the eX‐10 to 12 volt power Purchase a 12 volt accessory outlet with a female cigarette lighter plug, like this one from Radio Shack (Part #270‐1556). Connect the accessory outlet’s power leads to a switched +12 volt accessory lead in the car, such as the factory cigarette lighter wiring. Screw the eX‐10’s power cable into the cigarette lighter adapter. Plug the accessory outlet into the eX‐10’s cigarette lighter adapter.
Installation Instructions Step 5: Install the iPod cable Find a convenient, hidden location to place the customer’s iPod, such as the center console or the glove box. Route the supplied iPod cable to the desired location for the eX‐10’s power supply.
Installation Instructions Step 6: Connect the eX‐10’s power supply Plug the monitor cable into the port on the eX‐10’s power supply marked “monitor”. Plug the iPod cable into the port marked “iPod”. Plug the “eX‐10” output from the KWE‐155B FM splitter into the “antenna” port (unless you are using the “AUX in” option) Plug the microphone cable into the “microphone” port. Screw the yellow end of the power cord into the port marked “power supply”. Mount the eX‐10’s power supply in a hidden location.
Installation Instructions Step 7: Set up the eX‐10 to work correctly Step 7a: Setting language and output mode Connect the eX‐10’s display to the base by pushing down until you hear a “click”. Turn on the ignition to power up the eX‐10. To select the desired language, push the “setup” button, then use the >>I button to scroll down to “general”. Tap “enter” twice, then select your language using the I<< and >>I buttons. Tap “enter” to select.
Installation Instructions Step 7: Set up the eX‐10 to work correctly Note: When using “Option #1” (AUX input) skip step 7b Step 7b: Setting the FM transmitter frequency Tune the car radio to an FM frequency where there is no radio reception (for example, 104.7). Save this as a preset; that way the customer can select the preset station to listen to iPod or Bluetooth sound from the eX‐10. Select “Transmitter” from the eX‐10’s “setup” menu, then press and hold “enter” for two seconds.
Installation Instructions Step 7: Set up the eX‐10 to work correctly Step 7c: Set up your customer’s Bluetooth phone to work with the eX‐10 Tap the “setup” button, and press “enter” to select “Bluetooth”. Press “enter” again to select “pairing mode”, and a four‐digit pass code will be displayed on the eX‐10. The eX‐10 is now discoverable and ready to connect to your customer’s Bluetooth phone. Turn on Bluetooth in the phone’s menu.
Using the eX‐10 Here’s the basics on how to use the eX‐10. Selecting between car radio and eX‐10 mode (Note: not applicable when using “Option #1” (AUX input).) Use the button to exit the “setup” menu. When playing a source on the eX‐10 using the KWE‐155B FM antenna splitter, you must switch the antenna splitter to eX‐10 mode. This can be done by pressing the “Func.” button for two seconds. “eX‐10” will show in the bottom left corner of the screen.
Using the eX‐10 Here’s the basics on how to use the eX‐10. Playing songs from the iPod Press “source” to select “iPod”. Press the “enter” button, then use the >>I and I<< buttons to search by artist, album, song, etc. Tap “enter” to choose any search method, using the >>I and I<< buttons to select a song. Pressing “enter” will begin song playback. With the song playing, you should now see the iPod’s album art displayed on the eX‐10 screen.
Using the eX‐10 Here’s the basics on how to use the eX‐10. Making and receiving phone calls Press the button, and use the >>I and I<< buttons to select “Phonebook”. Press “enter”, then use the >>I and I<< buttons to find the desired contact in the phone book. Press again to dial the number. You may also select numbers from the dialed, received, or missed calls lists using this method. * You will now hear the phone dialing through your car’s stereo system.
Using the eX‐10 Here’s the basics on how to use the eX‐10. Listening to songs stored on the phone If the phone is Bluetooth audio enabled, you can play songs from your phone through the eX‐10. Press “source” to select “Bluetooth Audio” mode, then use >>I, I<<, and >/II to control the audio tracks. Apple, the Apple logo, iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. The Bluetooth logo is owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
