HALO9 9-INCH AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER iLX-F309 EN FR 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. Thank you for purchasing this Alpine product. Please take a moment to protect your purchase by registering your product now at the following address: www.alpine-usa.com/registration.
ENGLISH Contents Operating Instructions PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ........................ 7 WARNING Points to Observe for Safe Usage ........................ 7 WARNING ...................................................... 7 CAUTION ....................................................... 9 NOTICE .......................................................... 9 Features Favorite Function ................................................ 11 About Swiping the Touch Screen ......................
Default Sound Settings ................................... 34 About the Crossover ........................................... 34 About Time Correction ...................................... 35 Language Setting ................................................. 36 Picture Quality Setup .......................................... 36 Selecting the Visual EQ Mode (Factory’s setting) ........................................ 36 Adjusting Brightness .......................................
Fast-forwarding/Fast-reversing (USB Video only) .................................................................. 53 Selecting the Channel Directly .......................... 64 Stopping Playback (USB Video only) .............. 53 Receiving and Tuning to an Alert ..................... 64 Repeat Play ........................................................... 53 Replay Function .................................................. 65 Random Play (USB Audio only) .......................
Changing the connecting Bluetooth Device ............................................................ 74 Auxiliary Device (Optional) Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional) .......... 75 Operating an AUX, AUX DVD or GAME ........................................................... 75 Camera Operation (Optional) Rear Camera Operation ..................................... 76 Displaying the Rear Camera Image from the Menu screen .................................................
Operating Instructions PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INFORMATION FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide more reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than “outdoor” requirements.
MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING. Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and cause an accident. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER. Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock. USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND. (Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do so may result in fire, etc. KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS SCREWS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Swallowing them may result in serious injury.
CAUTION This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in injury or material property damage. NOTICE Product Cleaning Use a soft dry cloth for periodic cleaning of the product. For more severe stains, please dampen the cloth with water only. Anything else has the chance of dissolving the paint or damaging the plastic. HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. Temperature Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the product.
CAUTION Alpine accepts no responsibility for lost data, etc., even if data, etc., is lost while using this product. On Handling USB Flash drive • This unit can control a memory storage device that supports the USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) protocol. Playable audio file formats are MP3, WMA, AAC and FLAC. • USB Flash drive function is not guaranteed. Use USB flash drive according to the terms of agreement. Read the USB flash drive Owner’s Manual thoroughly.
Features The screen design used in the Owner’s Manual may differ from the actual screen. Favorite Function Frequently used functions can be easily recalled. For details, see “Favorite Function” (page 21). Favorite screen example • Frequently used functions and useful functions can be customized for your convenience. • You can register up to 54 functions. • You cannot register a function more than once.
Switching the Audio Sources Screen to a Dedicated Screen You can switch the Audio Sources screen to a dedicated screen by touching the icon on one of the three edges of the screen, or by swiping vertically or horizontally. For details on how to swipe the screen, see “Touch Screen Operation” (page 14). • The operation is not available when using Apple CarPlay. Shortcut Setup Screen (page 16) You can set the Sound Setup System.
Getting Started Location of Controls Turning Power On or Off Some of this unit’s functions cannot be performed while the vehicle is in motion. Be sure to stop your vehicle in a safe location and apply the parking brake, before attempting these operations. 1 2 Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position. The system turns on. • When turned on, the system displays the last screen that was displayed before the ignition key was turned off.
Initial System Start-Up Touch Screen Operation Be sure to press the RESET switch when using the unit for the first time, after changing the car battery, etc. You can operate the system by using the touch panel on the screen. 1 2 Turn off the unit power. Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object. • Be sure to touch the onscreen button lightly with the pad of your finger to avoid scratching the display. Touch operation Touch a button or list item on the screen lightly.
Switching Sources Switching Sources from the Menu screen 1 Press the (MENU) button. The menu screen is displayed. • You can also display the menu screen by touching the lower part of the Audio source screen or by swiping upward. Operating the Function Button on the Audio/ Video Main Screen Using the Function button on the Audio/Visual main screen. Touch [ ] to change to the Function mode.
About Basic Operation for List Screen About the Shortcut Setup Screen Basic operations on the Setup list screen and the Search list screen. How to display on the list screen differs depending on the selected item. Displaying the Sound Setup screen. Touch the upper part of the Audio source screen or swipe downward. The Sound Setup screen is displayed. Sound Setup screen (Tone Adjustment mode) example Switches to the menu screen or the previous screen. Item select button Closes the window.
Adjusting Bass Level/Treble Level Sound Setup Function Bass Level and Treble Level can be set independently set for Front and Rear speakers by touching [Front] or [Rear]. Tone Adjustment mode Setting item: Bass / Treble Setting contents: -14 to +14 (Initial setting: 0) • When “BASS ENGINE SQ” is selected in the Shortcut Setup, this setting is disabled. • Adjustment cannot be performed when Defeat is set to “On.
Setup button About the Menu Screen Displays the Setup screen. (page 26) Phone button*2 Displays the Phone menu screen. (page 67) • Depending on the setting and connected devices, the displayed icons and orders may differ. Touch to display more icons such as [Notifications]*3, [Android Auto]*4, [Apple CarPlay]*5 and 6 [Vehicle Info]* . In the menu screen, you can select the audio source and perform various setups or operations on the unit. Press the (MENU) button. The menu screen is displayed.
About the Indicator Display Opening screen Customization The Indicator Bar at the bottom of the screen displays various types of information, like the current time. You can set a BMP image that is stored on a USB flash drive as the opening screen. This setting requires the following image format, folder name and file name.
How to Input Characters and Numbers (Keypad) The displayed screens and procedures may vary slightly depending on the function used, but the basic input method is the same. Input screen area. Cursor position alteration switch Cancel Keypad mode finishes. (Delete) Returns to the previous character and erases it. Touching here for more than 2 seconds will erase all input characters. Input number is confirmed.
Favorite Function Editing the Favorite Screen You cannot edit the Favorites screen while driving. Using the Favorite Function This unit enables you to recall functions easily by registering frequently used items such as the Audio source, the Shortcut Dialing icons, etc. to the Favorite screen. You can recall any of these items easily. 1 Press the Your vehicle must be parked with the ignition key in the ACC or ON position.
Audio/Visual [Radio]*1 / [USB/iPod] / [Factory Media (USB/iPod)]*2 / [HDMI/DVD] / [Pandora] / [Bluetooth Pandora] / [SiriusXM]*3 or [Factory SiriusXM]*2, 3 / [AUX]*4 / [Bluetooth Audio] / [Apple CarPlay]*5 / [Android Auto]*5 *1 You can choose the frequency from Preset 1 - 12, registered into each FM1/FM2/AM band of HD Radio™ or RBDS. *2 Not displayed when your car does not support the source or “Setting the Source Category” (page 45) is set to “Aftermarket.
Deleting Items When deleting a selected item 1 2 Touch the checkbox at the left of the item you want to delete and place a check ( ) in it. Touch [ ] (Delete). The selected item will be deleted. When deleting all items Touch [ ] (Delete All). All items are deleted.
Applying Alpine TuneIt App This unit’s sound tuning is programmable from a connected Smartphone. It is also possible to download specific parameters for certain vehicles from Alpine’s TuneIt database stored in the Cloud. Using the Alpine TuneIt App, customized parameters can also be uploaded for others to share and rate. Through this unit, it is also possible to receive and respond to information from Alpine’s Social Network Service (SNS) available through the connected Smartphone.
Displaying Facebook Screen During Notification incoming or Notification List screen, you can switch to Facebook screen. Facebook screen example Message content Poster’s photo Close button: Close the Facebook screen. Touch the poster’s picture and name to switch to the Facebook screen. The detailed information of Notification is displayed. • Touch [ ] (Back) to return to Notifications List screen. • Depending on the status, contents of message and photo may not be displayed.
3 Setup Setting items: Wireless: See “Wireless (Bluetooth) Setup” (page 27). General: See “General Setup” (page 29). Source: See “Source Setup” (page 39). System: See “System Setup” (page 43). Setup Operation To display the Setup Menu screen: Your vehicle must be parked with the ignition key in the ACC or ON position. To do this, follow the procedures below. 1 Bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a safe location. Engage the parking brake. 2 Release the parking brake.
Wireless (Bluetooth) Setup [Wireless] is selected on the Setup main screen in step 3. See “Setup Operation” (page 26). Bluetooth Setup [Bluetooth] is selected on the Wireless Setup Menu screen in step 1. See “Wireless (Bluetooth) Setup” (page 27). You can register and set up Bluetooth compatible devices.
2 Touch [ ] (Audio), [ ] (Hands-free) or [ ] (Both) of the device you want to connect from the list. Hands-free Device Primary/Secondary Setting Audio: Device is used as an Audio device. Hands-free: Device is used as a Hands Free Device. Both: Device is used as both an Audio device and Hands Free Device. Make sure the “Bluetooth” setting is “On” ( ). See “Bluetooth Setup” (page 27). When you connect two Hands-Free Phones, set the priority of the operation and the setting of incoming-outgoing calls.
Changing the Character Code of the Phone Book You can select the character code that is used when transferring the phone book or history from a mobile phone. If unreadable characters appear in the transferred data, select the correct character code. General Setup [General] is selected on the setup main screen in step 3. See “Setup Operation” (page 26).
*1 You can make this setting in the Sound Setup screen of the Shortcut Setup. For details, see “Sound Setup Function” (page 17). *2 You can also make the setting in the Bal./Fad. screen. For details on how to adjust, see “Setting the Balance/Fader/Rear Speaker/Subwoofer” (page 30). *3 This setting is only available when “Subwoofer” is set to “On” ( ). *4 When the Defeat setting is “On,” you cannot perform the set up. *5 When “BASS ENGINE SQ” is selected in the Shortcut Setup, this setting is disabled.
Setting the Media Xpander (MX HD) Media Xpander (MX HD) makes vocals or instruments sound distinct regardless of the music source. The HD-Radio Technology (FM)/ SiriusXM, USB Flash drive and iPod/iPhone, will be able to reproduce the music clearly even in cars with a lot of road noise. Setting item: MX HD • When the Defeat setting is “On,” you cannot perform the set up. • When “BASS ENGINE SQ” is selected in the Shortcut Setup, this setting is disabled.
Adjusting the Frequency Touch [ ] or [ ] of “Frequency” to adjust the frequency of the selected band. Adjustable frequency bands: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (in 1/3 octave steps) Band1: Band2: Band3: Band4: Band5: Band6: Band7: Band8: Band9: 20 Hz~100 Hz (63 Hz) 63 Hz~315 Hz (125 Hz) 125 Hz~500 Hz (250 Hz) 250 Hz~1 kHz (500 Hz) 500 Hz~2 kHz (1 kHz) 1 kHz~4 kHz (2 kHz) 2 kHz~7.2 kHz (4 kHz) 5.
Adjusting the Time Correction (TCR) Before performing the following procedures, see “About Time Correction” (page 35). Setting item: Time Correction Setting the Volume for Each Source Setting item: Source Volume Setup Radio / SiriusXM / Compressed Media*1 / iPod Music / AUX*2 / HDMI*2, 3 / Bluetooth Audio / Factory Audio*4 / Apple Carplay*5 / Android Auto*5 Setting contents*6: -14 to +14 (Initial setting: 0) *1 Compressed Media is the music data in a USB flash drive (MP3/ WMA/AAC/FLAC).
Adjusting the Ring Tone Level About the Crossover You can adjust the receive volume, during the call. Setting item: Ring Tone Level Setting contents: 1 to 6 (Initial setting: 3) Volume Setting You can change the volume of the sound heard when a button is touched. Setting item: Key Sound Feedback Setting contents: 0 to 6 (Initial setting: 3) Crossover (X-Over): This unit is equipped with an active crossover. The crossover limits the frequencies delivered to the outputs.
About Time Correction Example 2. Listening Position: All Seats Adjust the time correction level of each speaker to almost the same level. The distance between the listener and the speakers in a car vary widely due to the complex speaker placement. This difference in the distances from the speakers to the listener creates a shift in the sounds image and frequency characteristics. This is caused by the time delay between the sound reaching the listener’s right versus the left ear.
Language Setting The Setup menu, feedback information, etc. for this unit can be changed to appear in the selected language. Setting item: Language*1 (Language*2) Setting contents: Adjusting Brightness Setting item: Brightness Setting content: -15 to +15 (Initial setting: 0) You can adjust the brightness between MIN (-15) and MAX (+15). When it reaches the minimum or maximum point, the display shows “MIN” or “MAX” respectively. Adjusting Color of Picture *1 Display in the currently selected language.
Display/Key Setup Switching the Display Color You can choose from 8 different display colors. [Display/Key] is selected on the General Setup Menu screen in step 2. See “General Setup” (page 29). You can set up the brightness, color, display, etc., of the screen. Setting item: Screen Color Setting contents: Blue/Light blue/Aqua/Red/Light Green/Green/Amber/White Screen/Lighting Customize 1 Setting the Text Scroll Touch [Screen/Lighting] in the Display/Key Setup Menu screen.
General Setup [General] is selected on the General Setup Menu screen in step 1. See “General Setup” (page 29). You can set up items related to the clock, etc. Format settings The character code to be used for tag text information displayed on the screen can be selected from 7 character codes.
Vehicle Setup [Vehicle] is selected on the General Setup Menu screen in step 1. See “General Setup” (page 29). Source Setup [Source] is selected on the Setup main screen in step 3. See “Setup Operation” (page 26). Source Setup Menu screen Steering wheel Setting Set this item when an iPhone 5 or later/Android smartphone with Android Auto App is connected. This setting influences Apple CarPlay/Android Auto mode.
Radio Setup [Radio] is selected on the Source Setup Menu screen in step 1. See “Source Setup” (page 39). Setting the Alert individually for an Artist/ Song/Favorite Team This menu option allows you to enable the Artist/Song/Team alert for individual Artists/Songs/Teams (On or Off) or to delete individual stored Artist/Song/Team alerts (Delete). Setting item: Alert Setup Setting the TUNER (FM) Tone Quality (Tuner Condition) This unit can set your preferred tone quality for FM radio source.
Setting the Favorite Sports Team Alerts This menu option allows you to select your favorite teams, organized by leagues, so that you will be alerted later when your favorite teams are playing on other channels. Once selected, you will be alerted when games that those teams are playing in can be heard on a SiriusXM channel. Setting item: Favorite Team Setup Setting contents: On / Off 2 Touch the numeric keypad to input a 4-digit passcode. 3 Touch [Enter].
AUX Setup HDMI Setup [AUX] is selected on the Source Setup Menu screen in step 1. See “Source Setup” (page 39). You can set up the items related to the Auxiliary device. [HDMI] is selected on the Source Setup Menu screen in step 1. See “Source Setup” (page 39). You can set the name of an external device connected via HDMI. Setting item: AUX Setting contents: Off / On (Initial setting) Setting item: HDMI Setting contents: HDMI (Initial setting) / DVD Off: On: AUX source is not displayed.
System Setup [System] is selected on the Setup main screen in step 3. See “Setup Operation” (page 26). Camera Setup [Camera] is selected on the System Setup Menu screen in step 1. See “System Setup” (page 43). You can set up items related to the Camera.
Rear Camera screen example When Hitch Guide is set to On When Hitch Guide is set to Off • You cannot adjust the position of the yellow guide line “ ” in the center independently. It is controlled by a system to be the center of the two yellow guide lines “ ” and “ ” on the left and right, or the central green line “ ” and red guide line “ ”. When Hitch Guide is set to On Turning Guide Display On/Off Turning the selected guide off. 1 Touch [On/Off]. 2 To turn the guide on, touch [On/Off] again.
Setting the Source Category You can set whether the following source icon in the Menu screen is available. Setting item: USB/iPod (Initial setting: Both) / SiriusXM (Initial setting: Aftermarket) Setting contents: Both / Factory / Aftermarket Both*: Factory: Aftermarket: Both the sources listed above from this unit and iDataLink module are available. Only the source listed above from iDataLink module is available. Only the source listed above from this unit is available. * USB/iPod only.
Smartphone Apps Setup [Smartphone Apps] is selected on the System Setup Menu screen in step 1. See “System Setup” (page 43). Set Alpine TuneIt App to USB (iPhone) when an iPhone is connected, or set to Bluetooth (Android) when an Android Smartphone is paired. Setting item: Alpine TuneIt App*1 Setting contents: Off / USB (iPhone) (Initial setting) / Bluetooth (Android)*2 Off: No Smartphone is connected.
Apple CarPlay (Optional) Apple CarPlay is a smarter, safer way to use your iPhone in the car. Apple CarPlay takes the things you want to do with your iPhone while driving and puts them right on the unit. You can get directions, make calls, send and receive messages, and listen to music, all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road. Just plug in your iPhone to the unit and go. • Before using this function, plug in your iPhone using Lightning to USB Cable (Supplied with iPhone) to the unit.
Radio/HD Radio™/ RBDS The unit can receive HD Radio broadcasting signals based on digital radio broadcast standards, in addition to analog radio broadcasts using RBDS. HD Radio broadcasting signals are broadcast in the service areas of the current AM/ FM broadcasters where they provide digital audio distribution and data services. This unit receives the above digital broadcasts for your high-quality sound enjoyment.
Radio Basic Operation Listening to the Radio 1 2 3 4 5 Press the (MENU) button and select radio mode. The display shows the radio mode screen. • You can select and change the source in the Favorite screen (page 21). Touch [ Presetting Stations Manually 1 2 3 ]. ]. Repeat the procedure to store up to 11 other stations onto the same band. To use this procedure for other bands, simply select the desired band and repeat the procedure.
Inputting Frequency Directly and Receiving the Radio Station Selecting the Receivable Program Type (RBDS FM Radio mode only) You can input a frequency of the same band directly and receive the radio station. You can select and receive the currently receivable stations in the Program Type list screen. 1 Touch [ 2 Touch a desired number. ] (Direct Tune). Program Type list screen example The numeric keypad input mode screen appears.
Using Ballgame Mode (HD Radio™ Mode only) In live broadcast, such as sportscasts, etc., a time lag occurs between digital sound and analog sound. Therefore, when live broadcasts are received, a time lag between the real broadcast may occur and the unit can change to analog broadcasting automatically. Touch [ ] (Live) to switch On/Off. LIVE Indicator The LIVE Indicator is displayed when Ballgame Mode is set to “On.
USB Flash drive (Optional) USB Video main screen example You can play back music files (MP3/WMA/AAC/FLAC) and video files (AVI/MKV/MP4) stored in a USB flash drive on the internal player of this system. WARNING It is dangerous for the driver to watch video while driving the vehicle. The driver may be distracted from looking ahead and an accident could occur. Install the unit correctly so that the driver cannot watch a video unless the car is stopped and the parking brake is applied.
Playback 1 2 Stopping Playback (USB Video only) Press the (MENU) button and select USB mode. The display shows the USB mode screen. • You can select and change the source in the Favorite screen (page 21). Touch [ ] or [ ]. Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file) : Touch [ ]. Fast forward : Touch and hold [ • The 3 , “STOP” indicator is displayed, and playback stops. • Playback starts from the beginning when [ playback is stopped.
Full Search mode 1 2 Touch [Audio] or [Video] to switch whether the search list displays music files or video files. Touch your desired Folder name*2 or File name. When you select a File name, the selected song is played. When you select a Folder name, repeat the same procedure to select another Folder name or File name. *2 When you touch the [ ] by a Folder name, the unit plays from the first song in the Folder.
iPod/iPhone (Optional) A separately sold Lightning to USB cable (KCU-471i), etc., is required. When the unit is connected by the above cable, the controls on the iPod are disabled. • This unit does not support video playback from iPod/iPhone which connected to this unit via USB Connector. • Internet or telephone functions, etc., of the iPhone or iPod touch are not controllable from the unit, but these functions can be controlled using the iPhone or iPod touch itself.
Quick Search Mode Playback 1 Press the 2 Touch [ (MENU) button and select iPod mode. The display shows the iPod mode screen. • You can select and change the source in the Favorite screen (page 21). ] or [ ] or to select the desired track (file). Returning to the beginning of the current (or previous) track (file): Touch [ ]. Fast reverse the current track : Touch and hold [ ]. Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file) : Touch [ ]. 3 , The selected Album is played.
Alphabet Search Function Repeat Play The unit is provided with an alphabet search function for effective searching. When you use this function in the search mode, you can quickly search an artist or a song, etc. This is an example of how to search Artist Name for names beginning with “R”. Touch [ 1 Touch “O-U” of the alphabet group. ] to repeatedly play back the currently track. The tracks (files) will be played repeatedly. Touch [ ] again to deactivate Repeat play.
Pandora® internet radio (optional) Function mode Pandora® internet radio is your own FREE personalized radio now available to stream music on your Smartphone (which runs Android OS or iOS). Just start with the name of one of your favorite artists, songs or classical composers and Pandora® will create a “station” that plays their music and more music like it.
“Thumbs” Feedback Creating a New Station You can personalize your stations with “Thumbs Up” or “Thumbs Down” feedback, which the system takes into account for future music selections. Basing on the currently playing song or artist, a personalized Pandora station can be created. The new station will play more music like it. During playback, touch [ ] for thumbs up, or touch [ ] for thumbs down. : : The “ ” indicator appears in the display. Pandora® will add similar music to your station.
Connecting a Bluetooth Device (Bluetooth Pandora® Only) Registering a Bluetooth device in the unit enables automatic connection. If it does not connect automatically, run through the connection procedure again. 1 Touch [ 2 Touch [Reconnect]. ] (Settings). The Device Setting select pop up screen is displayed. Bluetooth connection will start. Disconnecting the Bluetooth Connection 1 Touch [ 2 Touch [Disconnect]. ] (Settings). The Device Setting select pop up screen is displayed.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Operation (Optional) SiriusXM Tuner operation: When an optional SiriusXM Tuner is connected to this unit, the following operations may be performed. SiriusXM main screen example (Song Info. Mode) < During Replay mode > Signal Indicator Indicates the signal strength of SiriusXM. Info area Channel Info. Mode*: Channel No/Long Channel Name/Category Name Song Info.
Receiving Channels with the SiriusXM Tuner 3 Select the desired channel. About SiriusXM Satellite Radio Changing the Display Only SiriusXM® brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com.
1 SmartFavorites Functions SmartFavorites allow you to rewind and replay any missed programming from your current Band of Preset channels. Miss a music, news, talk or sports segment? No Problem, because you can rewind and replay when you tune to one of your SmartFavorites channels and hear what you missed. Note that buffering starts 5 seconds after changing the band. It takes 5 seconds for SmartFavorites to start buffering the preset channels in the new band.
Searching by My Music 2 Touch [My Music]*. Touch the desired artist/song. The channel of the selected artist/song being broadcast is received. Searching by My Games 2 Touch [My Games]*. When the sports teams that you have stored are currently playing a game that is being broadcast, they will be displayed in a list. * Displayed only when the game of stored team is broadcasting. 3 Touch the desired team. The channel of the selected game being broadcast is received.
Replay Function Using Jump Memory and Jump Recall function In SiriusXM mode, you can pause, rewind and replay live Satellite Radio. The Jump Channel is a special channel that you can jump to with the press of a dedicated button and then jump back to the previous channel. This channel is often used to select your favorite SiriusXM traffic and weather report channel.
HDMI Device (Optional) Devices supporting HDMI can connect and play back through this unit (for example, an optional DVE-5300 (DVD Player), iPhone or other Smartphones). When making HDMI connections, you need to set HDMI on the unit suitable for the connected device. For details, see “HDMI Setup” (page 42). • The HDMI/MHL connecting cable differs depending on the connected device corresponding to HDMI. Prepare optional HDMI/MHL connecting cable sets suitable for your device.
Bluetooth Operation Setup Before Using About Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless technology allowing communication between a mobile device or personal computer over short distances. This enables a hands-free call or data transmission between Bluetooth compatible devices. Bluetooth transmission is available in the unlicensed 2.4 GHz spectrum if the distance between devices is within 10 meters. For details, refer to the Bluetooth website (http://www.bluetooth.com/).
Answering a Call Call Waiting Function Incoming calls are announced by the received call ring tone and a displayed message (PHONE No., etc.). If a call comes in from another phone during a call, a notice is displayed on the screen. This function can only be used if the connected mobile phone has a call waiting function service included. 1 An incoming call triggers the ringtone and an incoming call display.
Second incoming call during a conversation in the Phone Operation screen • The display or operation may differ depending on the connected mobile phone or the caller’s mobile phone. Second incoming call notification screen Making a phone call using the Phone Menu Making a phone call from the Recent Events list 1 By touching the second incoming call notification screen, you can put the current call on hold and answer the second call. Touch [ screen.
2 Enter the phone number you wish to call. Stopping input to the microphone • You can enter up to 31 digits. 3 Touch [ If the surrounding sound (road noise, etc.) is loud, you may wish to cut input to the microphone for 3 seconds. 4 Touch [Call]. ] (Call). A confirmation message of the phone number appears. The phone call is started. Touch [ ]. Voice Dial Function You can make a telephone call by using voice operation.
Operations During a Conversation Phone Book Function Phone Operation screen Phone Book screen example Name and phone number • If registered with a Group, the Group Name is also displayed. Although, depending on the connected mobile phone, it may not be displayed. Use to search by directly inputting a name or phone number with the Keypad. Conversation time For details, see “How to Input Characters and Numbers (Keypad)” (page 20). Displayed when multiple phone numbers are registered.
Deleting the Phone Book Entries Deleting One Entry from the Phone Book 1 2 Touch [ ] (Edit). Touch the checkbox [ ] of the contact name (or phone number) you want to delete. A tick ( ) appears in the checkbox. Bluetooth Audio If a Bluetooth compatible mobile phone, portable player, etc. is connected by wireless, you can play back a song (operation is controllable from the unit). • Operation may vary, depending on the Bluetooth compatible device.
Playback 1 Random Play Press the mode. (MENU) button and select Bluetooth Audio The display shows the Bluetooth Audio mode screen. • You can select and change the source in the Favorite screen (page 21). 2 Touch [ ] or [ ] to select the desired track (file). Returning to the beginning of the current file: Touch [ Available for AVRCP Ver. 1.3, 1.4 and 1.5 only. 1 Touch [ 2 Select your desired Random Play mode. The selected Random Play mode changes the button. All Track ].
Connecting a Bluetooth Device Registering a Bluetooth device in the unit enables automatic connection. If it does not connect automatically, run through the connection procedure again. 1 Touch [ 2 Touch [Reconnect]. ] (Settings). The Device Setting select pop up screen is displayed. Bluetooth connection will start. Disconnecting the Bluetooth Connection 1 Touch [ 2 Touch [Disconnect]. ] (Settings). The Device Setting select pop up screen is displayed. The Bluetooth connection is disconnected.
Auxiliary Device (Optional) Operating an AUX, AUX DVD or GAME Example for AUX, AUX DVD, GAME mode display Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional) To operate devices connected to the AUX terminals of the unit, follow the procedure described below. • Set AUX to “On.” See “AUX Setup” (page 42). • Depending on the connected unit, the onscreen buttons may not work, or their operation may differ. • When the iDataLink module (sold separately) is connected, the Auxiliary (AUX) mode is not available.
Camera Operation (Optional) When an optional rear camera is connected, the view video of camera can be output to the monitor. Rear camera: If a rear camera is connected, when the vehicle is reversed, the rear camera view (guide marks for vehicle width and available distance) is displayed automatically on the screen of this unit. You can adjust the quality of the camera image. Setting items: Brightness / Color / Contrast See “Picture Quality Setup” (page 36).
Distance guidance marks The marks represent the distance from the rear of the car (from the rear end of the bumper). • The marks do not move in synchronization with the steering wheel. • We recommend that you measure the actual distance to the marks when parked on a level surface. • Depending on the condition of the car or road surface, the range of vision may vary. • The camera has a limited range of vision. Objects at extreme angles to the camera (e.g.
iDataLink Operation When the unit is connected to the car’s iDataLink module, you can transfer and receive data between the car and the unit to check the car’s status, or to make various operations from the unit. When you use iDataLink mode, set each setting other than “Aftermarket” in “Setting the Source Category” (page 45). iDataLink Function Screen example Climate screen example You can control the temperature inside the vehicle, etc. • An iDataLink module (sold separately) is required.
Vehicle Information screen example Parking Sensor Camera interlock screen example (Rear camera) You can check for open doors, check the tire pressure, the battery life, etc. for the vehicle. You can check for obstacles through an interlocked camera image by connecting a Rear Camera. Car Setting screen example (Generic List screen) • Touch the Camera image area to switch to the Camera full screen.
When changing the name: Touch the icon name, then input characters into Edit Name (Keypad). You can also select a basic name from the [Template] of the Keypad. For details on how to input characters using the keypad, see “How to Input Characters and Numbers (Keypad)” (page 20). (When a basic name is selected from the Template, the icon will be changed according to the basic name.) When changing the layout of the switches: Drag and drop an icon to the desired location.
Information Product Software Update This product use software that can be updated through a USB flash drive. Download the software from the Alpine website and update the product using the USB flash drive. Updating this product Check the Alpine website for details on updating. http://www.alpine-usa.com Important information on the software About the software license of the product The software installed in the product contains open-source software.
Corresponding File Systems Terminology This device supports FAT 16/32. The maximum nested folder depth is 8 (including the root directory). File names are limited to 256 characters (including the extension). Valid characters for folder/file names are letters A-Z (all caps), numbers 0-9, and ‘_’ (underscore). Order of files Files are played back in the order that the writing software writes them to the disc. Therefore, the playback order may not be what’s expected.
In Case of Difficulty If you encounter a problem, please turn the power off, then on again. If the unit is still not functioning normally, please review the items in the following checklist. This guide will help you isolate the problem if the unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the rest of your system is properly connected, or then consult your authorized Alpine dealer. Basic No function or display. • Vehicle’s ignition is off.
If this Message Appears Various messages are displayed on the screen during operation. In addition to the messages telling you the current status or providing guidance for the next operation, there are also the following error messages. If one of these error messages is displayed, carefully follow the instructions in the solution column. System If you are driving, please pull over and park before using this function. • A setup operation, etc., was carried out while the vehicle was running.
Channel Not Subscribed Call SiriusXM to Subscribe • The active channel has become unsubscribed or the requested channel is not available in your subscription package. - In the U.S.A., visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 if you have questions about your subscription package or would like to subscribe to this channel. In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677. - The unit will revert to the previously selected channel or to channel 1 automatically.
Bluetooth SECTION Bluetooth Specification Output Power Profile Bluetooth V3.0 +4 dBm Ave. (Power class 2) HFP (Hands-Free Profile) OPP (Object Push Profile) PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) SPP (Serial Port Profile) GENERAL Power Requirement Operating temperature Power Output 14.
LIMITED WARRANTY ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. (“Alpine”), is dedicated to quality craftsmanship and is pleased to offer this Warranty. We suggest that you read it thoroughly. Should you have any questions, please contact your Dealer or contact Alpine at one of the telephone numbers listed below. PRODUCTS COVERED: This Warranty covers Car Audio Products and Related Accessories (“the product”). Products purchased in the Canada are covered only in the Canada. Products purchased in the U.S.A.
About the Rules of Bluetooth Electromagnetic Radiation Regulation USA/Canada FCC/IC CAUTION This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
