R IN-DASH GPS NAVIGATION RECEIVER EN INA-W900 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. 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.
ENGLISH Contents Operating Instructions PRECAUTIONS AND NOTICES IMPORTANT INFORMATION ....................... 5 USER AGREEMENT ...................................... 6 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (Microsoft) .................................................... 6 WARNING Points to Observe for Safe Usage ......... 8 WARNING ................................................. 8 CAUTION .................................................. 8 PRECAUTIONS ........................................
Radio Listening to the Radio ..................................... 34 Presetting Stations Manually .......................... 35 Presetting Stations Automatically .................. 35 Switching the Subtitles (Subtitle Language) .................................... 44 Switching from the disc menu ....................... 44 Other Useful Features Tuning to Preset Stations ................................ 35 Adjusting the Audio ........................................
SYSTEM Setup System Setup Operation ................................. 53 Setting the External Device Interrupt Mode ......................................... 54 Setting the Interrupt Icon Display ............... 54 Switching the function of the remote sensor ....................................................... 54 Setting the Rear Camera Input .................... 54 Setting the AUX Mode ................................ 55 Adjusting the External Input Audio Level ..........................................
Storing the desired Song/Artist (Sirius mode only) ....................................... 74 Installation and Connections Storing desired Sports Teams (Sirius mode only) ....................................... 74 Warning .................................................. 90 Activating the stored Alert (Sirius mode only) ....................................... 74 Precautions ............................................ 90 Offset Playback Function (Sirius mode only) ....................................
Operating Instructions FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT PRECAUTIONS AND NOTICES IMPORTANT INFORMATION PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT This product is intended to provide turn by turn instructions to get you to a desired destination. Please make certain that all persons using this navigation system carefully read these precautions and the following instructions fully. • This product is not a substitute for your personal judgment.
USER AGREEMENT In using this Navigation System (hereinafter referred to as “System”), which includes Alpine Electronics, Inc. (“Alpine”) Specifications, Space Machine, Inc. (“Space Machine”) Software and NAVTEQ North America, LLC. (“NAVTEQ”) Database, you are bound by the terms and conditions set forth below. By breaking the seal on the System and using your copy of the System, you have demonstrated your agreement to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE/SERVICES. TRADEMARKS. The SOFTWARE may permit ALPINE, MS, Microsoft Corporation or their affiliates to provide or make available to you SOFTWARE updates, supplements, add-on components, or Internet – base service components of the SOFTWARE after the date you obtain your initial copy of the SOFTWARE (“Supplemental Components”).
WARNING Points to Observe for Safe Usage • Read this manual carefully before using this disc and system components. They contain instructions on how to use this product in a safe and effective manner. Alpine cannot be responsible for problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions in this manual. • This manual uses various pictorial displays to show you how to use this product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting from improper connections and operation.
PRECAUTIONS 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. Temperature Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +45°C (+113°F) and 0°C (+32°F) before turning your unit on. New Discs To prevent the disc from jamming, “Disc Error” is displayed if discs with irregular surfaces are inserted or if discs are inserted incorrectly.
Discs Playable on This Unit 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 operational problems. We recommend not using these accessories on discs played in Alpine DVD players. Playable Discs The discs listed below can be played on this unit.
Discs that cannot be played Tips for making your own discs DVD-ROMs, DVD-RAMs, CD-ROMs (excluding MP3/WMA/ AAC files), photo CDs, etc. The INA-W900 plays DVD Video and Audio CD and has a built in MP3/WMA/AAC decoder. DualDisc This unit is not compatible with DualDisc. Using a DualDisc may cause unit malfunction, and may cause disc damage when the disc is inserted/ejected. DVD region number (playable region number) This DVD player will play back any disc whose region number is 1 (or All).
Using DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs • This unit is compatible with discs recorded in the standard DVD-Video and DVD-VR (DVD-R/DVD-RW only) formats. • Note that discs not finalized (processed to enable to play on playback-only DVD players) cannot be played on this DVD player. • Some discs may not play back, depending on the recording device and disc format. • Discs or files utilizing copy protection, may not be playable. Some recording systems may not properly format copied files to enable proper playback.
On Handling Portable audio player • The unit can control a Portable audio player with the USB interface. Playable audio file formats are MP3 and WMA. • Portable audio player function is not guaranteed. Use Portable audio player according to the terms of agreement. Read the Portable audio player Owner’s Manual thoroughly. • Avoid usage or storage in the following locations: Anywhere in the car exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
AUDIO Getting Started Accessory List • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • button Return to the AV main source screen that is displayed before the Setup, Navigation, Telephone, Camera mode, etc. is started. Turn on GUIDEVIEW WINDOW™ mode (page 29) when the current screen is audio source screen (Radio, CD, iPod, etc.). Press again to turn if off. Press and hold for at least 2 seconds to recall the weather channel or traffic channel. (When the XM or Sirius Receiver Box is connected.) Head unit ...................
Inserting/Ejecting a Disc 1 Press Insert the SD memory card 2 Insert your SD memory card until it clicks. on the unit. The display changes to the Eject/Tilt screen. 2 Insert a disc: Touch [Open] on the Eject/Tilt screen. The movable monitor will open, then insert a disc into the disc slot. Inserting a disc will close the monitor automatically. Remove the SD memory card Disc Slot 2 Push the SD memory card that is inserted. The SD memory card is pulled out.
How to view the Display Display example for FM Radio main screen Soft button operation • Be sure to touch the button lightly with the pad of your finger on the display to protect the display. • If you touch a button and there is no reaction, remove your finger from the display, and try again. About the button descriptions used in this Owner’s Manual • Soft buttons, ones found in the display, are shown in bold enclosed in brackets, [ ] (e.g. [Exit]).
Displaying the Numeric Keypad Input Screen The numeric keypad input screen is displayed when the DVD mode is selected for searching a title or chapter. It can also be used for entering a country code or password for DVD setup, and for selecting a channel number in the SAT Radio mode etc. 1 2 Touch [10KEY] on the selected source screen. Touch the desired numeric key.
Navigation Main Menu Settings Button Press this to change system settings. See pages 30-33. Info Button Touch this to check information such as: • GPS receiver status • Speed and trip information See pages 33-34. Map Button Touch this to go to the map. See page 18. Go to Button Touch this to start entering a destination. See pages 20-25. Map Functions Next Maneuver Arrow and Voice Prompt Button Repeating the Announcement Touch this icon to repeat the guide announcement.
Estimate Time Display Highway Exit Button This icon displays Estimated Time Remaining, Estimated Time of Arrival or Direction to Destination. See page 32 to change this setting. When the vehicle is on a Highway, the screen is displayed. Highway exit information is displayed as a list in order of close proximity to current position. You can also set a waypoint, etc., by touching the desired Highway Exit. • The time estimates are based on the average speed.
Finding Local Places 1 Touch anywhere on map screen. The vehicle arrow changes to a crosshair cursor. 2 Touch the selected position bar on the bottom of the screen. 3 Select Find Nearby Places. 4 Select the desired category and the desired place. 5 Touch [Go!] on the Confirm Destination Screen. Input a Destination Go to Menu Go to Main Menu Go to • To use destination options on the Confirm Destination Screen, see pages 25-27 for details.
Places Button Select places. See pages 22-23. Set a Destination by Address There are several ways to set a destination. You can set a destination directly from the map (page 19) or select Go to from the main menu. Go to Main Menu Go to Address Returns to the previous screen. Page List Down Map Button Press this to go to the map. See page 18. Address Book Button Select from saved destinations. See page 24. Finding a Destination by Entering Street Name First 1 Select by Street.
5 Type the desired city. If there are multiple matches, the system lists cities containing the street name and address number that you keyed in. 6 The Confirm Destination Screen appears. Touch [Go!] to calculate the route. Set a Destination by Place You can select from approximately 6 million place locations stored inside your INA-W900 GPS Navigation System.
3 4 Use the arrow to the right of the list to scroll up and down the list. 1 Select Along Route. 2 Select the desired place type button. Touch [OK]. Select the desired place. For emergency locations such as Police Stations, Hospitals, etc., please verify availability before proceeding to such locations. 5 Finding a Place along Your Route The Confirm Destination Screen appears. Touch [Go!] to calculate a route. By Type 1 Select by Type. 2 Select a desired type.
Set a Destination from the Address Book Go to Main Menu 1 Go to 2 Address Book Select the desired destination. 3 2 Enter the Longitude of your destination. Touch [OK]. The Confirm Destination Screen appears. Touch [Go!] to calculate the route. The Confirm Destination Screen appears. Touch [Go!] to calculate the route. • To use destination options on the Confirm Destination Screen, see pages 25-27 for details.
5 The Confirm Destination Screen appears. Touch [Go!] to calculate the route. Destination Options The Destination Options Menu allows you to find places nearby, find alternative routes to get to your destination, set a destination as your home, save a destination in the address book, and create waypoints. To get to the Destination Options Menu, enter your desired destination by using the method on pages 20-25 in order to get to the Confirm Destination Screen.
Finding Alternative Routes to the Destination 1 Touch [Change Method]. 2 Select a method below. Avoid Freeway Avoid Toll Road Use Time Restricted Road Avoid Ferry 3 Select Quickest or Shortest. 4 Touch [OK]. Setting a Destination as Home Saving a Destination into the Address Book 1 Touch [Save to Address Book]. 2 Type in desired name. Touch [OK]. 3 4 Select an icon. If there is no desired icon, touch [No Icon]. Touch [OK].
Adding another Waypoint Deleting a Waypoint 1 1 Select the desired waypoint to delete from the list. 2 Touch [Delete]. 2 Before you touch [Go!] at the Waypoint List screen, touch [+ Add Waypoint]. Enter the waypoint with any method just as finding a destination. (pages 20-25) Deleting All Waypoints 3 4 Touch [Set as Waypoint] to confirm. The system returns to the Waypoint List screen. Touch [Go!] to calculate the new route. 1 2 Touch [Options]. Touch [Delete All Waypoints].
4 Use the Up and Down buttons to move the waypoint. Finding an Alternate Route 1 5 6 On Route screen, touch [Change Method]. Touch [OK] and the system returns to the Waypoint List screen. Touch [Go!] to calculate the route. ROUTE • You can select and re-calculate an alternate route based on Quickest Route or Shortest Route and select Avoid Freeway, Toll Road, Time Restricted Road or Ferry.
Avoiding a Particular Street 1 2 GUIDEVIEW WINDOW™ Function Touch [View Turn List]. List of upcoming streets and turns appears on the screen. Select the street name, and touch its check box. Check box This function allows you to get the navigation information from the normal screen of Audio Source promptly. Turn on the GUIDEVIEW WINDOW™ Mode Go to any audio source screen, press AUDIO hardkey to turn on GUIDEVIEW WINDOW™. Press again to turn it off. GUIDEVIEW WINDOW™ Display Start-Up 3 Touch [Avoid].
Route Guidance Go to Main Menu The street name of the next maneuver is displayed in the top portion of the screen. Second immediate maneuver arrow is displayed only for double maneuvers along the route. The maneuver arrow is displayed for the upcoming guidance. A countdown bar is displayed when approaching the maneuver. The distance to the maneuver is displayed at the bottom of the arrow. Confirm Route Display Button For display settings, see page 31.
Navigation Button Page List Up For navigation settings, see page 32. Customizing Display Go to Main Menu Display • The Day/Night mode map color will be changed automatically based on sunrise and sunset time. Screen Recalibration This allows you to recalibrate the touch screen for better accuracy. Customizing Map Returns to the previous screen. Page List Down Map Button You can customize map color, vehicle icon, and place icons on the map. Go to Main Menu Map Press this to go to the map.
Customizing Navigation Tool Go to Main Menu Navigation Setting Audio Go to Main Menu Audio Button Sounds This allows you to turn button sounds ON or OFF. Guidance Prompt This allows you to turn ON or OFF the guidance prompts. Regional Settings Go to Main Menu Regional Route Method You can change the default routing method. See page 28 for details. Guidance Map You can choose between full map and arrow only in guidance mode. Route Button You can choose between 3 different route buttons.
Time Zone System Button You can set the Time Zone to fit your region. For viewing system information, see page 34. Viewing Dashboard Information Go to Main Menu Info Dashboard The odometer displays the speed and time traveled. Information Menu Go to Main Menu Info Dashboard Button For viewing dashboard, see page 33. Driving Average Average speed. Overall Average Average speed (includes idle time). Maximum Speed Maximum speed reached. Driving Time Time vehicle has been moving.
Locating GPS Satellites The INA-W900 searches the sky looking for GPS satellites. Acquiring GPS Signal The INA-W900 acquires positioning information transmitted from 1 to 3 tracked satellites while searching for more satellites (minimum 4 of needed). Radio Display example for FM Radio main screen Fixing GPS Position The INA-W900 requires continuous signals from 4 or more tracked satellites (for 30 seconds) in order to accurately fix your position.
5 Touch [ ], [ ] or [ ], [ ] to change the radio frequency up or down respectively. In manual mode, touch and hold to change the frequency continuously. • “Digital” is displayed when a digital radio station is received. Refer to “Digital SEEK Setting (HD Radio™ mode only)” on page 50. Presetting Stations Manually 1 2 Tune in a desired radio station you wish to store in the preset memory by manual or automatic seek tuning. Touch [P1/2]* to change the function guide.
Changing the Display (HD Radio™ mode only) CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Display example for MP3/WMA/AAC main screen Text information, such as Station name, Song title, Artist, etc., is displayed while receiving a digital radio station. Touch [INFO.] on the HD Radio Tuner mode main screen. Each time you touch this button, the display changes as shown below.
Playback 1 Repeat Play Press SOURCE/ on the unit. The SOURCE selection screen is displayed. 2 Touch the source icon of [DISC]. Touch [ ] to play back repeatedly the track currently being played. The track (file) will be played repeatedly. Touch [ ] again and select OFF to deactivate Repeat play. The display shows the DISC mode screen. When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC is inserted into the DISC SLOT of this unit, with the label side facing up, the unit starts to play the CD/MP3/WMA/AAC. 3 Touch [ (file).
About MP3/WMA/AAC CAUTION 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. ID3 tags/WMA tags 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 (maximum 128 characters).
DVD Display example for DVD Video main screen Root Folder Displays the disc (DVD VIDEO, PROGRAM/PLAYLIST (DVD-VR)) being played back. Displays the elapsed playback time. Folder MP3/WMA/AAC File Terminology Bit rate 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. Sampling rate This value shows how many times per second the data is sampled (recorded). For example, music CDs use a sampling rate of 44.
To display the DVD mode screen To watch a video source, your vehicle must be parked with the ignition key in the ACC or ON position. To do this, follow the procedures below. 1 Push the foot brake to bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a safe location. Engage the parking brake. 2 Keep pushing the foot brake and release the parking brake once then engage it again. 3 While the parking brake is being engaged the second time, release the foot brake.
2 Touch [Key]. The menu operation mode appears. 3 Touch [Key] again. The numeric keypad input mode screen appears. Searching by Playlist 1 Touch [MENU] on the DVD mode main screen while playing DVD-VR disc. The playlist search list screen is displayed. The numeric keypad input screen closes when the area is touched while displayed. 2 Touch [ ] of the playlist you want to play. The selected playlist is played back, and then returns to the DVD mode main screen.
Finding the Beginnings of Chapters Selecting Program (SKIP) 1 During playback, touch [ ] or [ ]. Touch [P1/3] twice while playing a DVD-VR disc. The program function guide is displayed. The chapter switches each time the button is touched, and playback of the selected chapter starts. :Touch this to start playback from the beginning of the following chapter. :Touch this to start playback from the beginning of the current chapter. 2 *[ Touch ] or [ ] to select a program.
4 The Playlist mode*2: Touch [Enter] to confirm your selection. Playback will start from the selected chapter or track. Repeat Repeat Playlist Repeat Disc The chapter is played repeatedly. The playlist is played repeatedly. All playlists are played repeatedly. *2 To switch the Program mode display to the Playlist mode display on the DVD mode main screen, play back via program or playlist search. Refer to “Searching by Program” or “Searching by Playlist” (page 41).
Switching the Subtitles (Subtitle Language) Other Useful Features With DVDs on which multiple subtitle languages are recorded, the subtitle language can be switched during playback; moreover, subtitles can be hidden. 1 During playback, touch [P1/2]*. Adjusting the Audio The function guide changes. * Touch [P1/3] while playing a DVD-VR disc. 2 • • • • • 1 Press SOURCE/ on the unit. The SOURCE selection screen is displayed. Touch [SUBT.].
B Adjusting the Balance Touch [L] or [R] to adjust the sound volume of the left and right speakers. Setting range: L15 to R15 C Adjusting the Balance/Fader Directly Touch and move [ ] to a desired setting. Or touch a desired setting range, and [ ] will move to that location. Touch [L] or [R] of Balance and [F] or [R] of Fader for fine-tuning. Turning Defeat ON or OFF Touch [ ] to display the Defeat adjusting screen. Touch [ ] or [ ] of Defeat to set to ON or OFF.
Display Example for USB Memory Search Screen Switching Display Modes After carrying out the steps 1 to 3 of “To display the DVD mode screen” explained on page 47, perform the operation described below. While your vehicle is parked, touch [WIDE] on the visual source screen. Each touch changes the display modes as follows: Mode 1 (WIDE) Select directly by touching [ ], and its track (or folder/ file) is played back. Touch [ ] to return to the previous list screen.
Display example for DVD setup screen Setup DVD Setup DVD Setup Operation To display the DVD mode screen: To watch a video source, your vehicle must be parked with the ignition key in the ACC or ON position. To do this, follow the procedure below. 1 Bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a safe location. Engage the parking brake. 2 Keep pushing the foot brake and release the parking brake once then engage it again. 3 When the parking brake is engaged for the second time, release the foot brake.
Setting of the Menu Language Set the language used for the menus (title menu, etc.). Setting item: Menu Language Setting contents: Auto / EN / JP / DE / ES / FR / IT / SE / RU / CN • When “Auto” is selected, the primary menu language among the recorded ones is played. To play in a language other than those displayed 1 Touch [Code]. The numeric keypad screen is displayed. 2 Touch the 4-digit numeral of the language number. As for the language number, refer to “List of Language Codes” (page 81).
Set the rating level of PARENTAL 4 Touch [ ] of Parental to turn on. 5 Touch [ ] or [ ] of Parental Level to select the rating level (1 to 8). Select “OFF” to cancel the parental lock or if you do not want to set a rating level. The smaller the number, the higher the rating level. 6 Touch [ ] to return to the previous screen. 4:3 LETTER BOX: Select this when connected to a conventional 4:3 size (normal TV aspect ratio) monitor.
RADIO Setup DISPLAY Setup Digital SEEK Setting (HD Radio™ mode only) Display Setup Operation After carrying out the steps 1 to 3 of “To display the General mode screen” explained on page 52, perform the operation described below. 1 Press SOURCE/ on the unit. To display the Display mode screen: To watch a video source, 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.
Adjusting Tint of Picture Visual EQ Setting Operation The visual setting of Bright, color, contrast, etc. can be adjusted in this mode. Setting item: Visual EQ Further setting items: Visual EQ* Bright Color* Sharp* User Memory* Tint* Contrast Further setting item: Tint Setting content: G15 ~ R15 Adjust the color from G15 to R15. “G Max” or “R Max” is displayed at the maximum of each color. • Tint adjustment can be made only in DVD and AUX modes. • When setting PAL, you can not adjust the TINT.
Adjusting the Minimum Level of Backlight You can adjust the brightness of the backlight (LOW). This function could be used, for instance, to change the screen brightness while traveling at night. GENERAL Setup General Setup Operation Setting item: Dimmer Low Level Setting content: -15 to +15 You can adjust the level between Min (-15) and Max (+15). When it reaches the minimum or maximum point, the display shows “Min” or “Max” respectively.
Displaying the Time SYSTEM Setup The clock indication on the monitor display is turned on or off respectively. Setting item: Clock Setting contents: OFF / ON System Setup Operation • The clock of the unit will be automatically updated according to the data that the Navigation System provides, and cannot be adjusted manually. • If the GPS antenna is not connected correctly, the clock indication on the unit may be wrong because the time information cannot be received.
Setting the External Device Interrupt Mode Setting the Rear Camera Input If an Alpine Ai-NET Auxiliary Input Adapter (KCA-801B) is connected to the INA-W900, an Auxiliary Source will be allowed to interrupt the current audio source. For example, you can listen to a portable MP3 player through your car audio system even with a CD changer connected and playing. The CD changer will automatically mute when switched to the AUX Input.
Setting the AUX Mode Setting item: AUX IN Setting contents: OFF / ON / DVD / Game / EXT. DVD. / DVD CHG OFF: AUX source is not displayed. ON: AUX source is displayed. • OFF is not displayed when the optional DVD player or DVD changer is connected. During System setup, although the AUX name can be changed, it is not displayed on the source selection screen. • When OFF is selected, the settings related to AUX cannot be changed from this unit.
Sirius Setup Clearing the Lock of Channels Sirius Setup Operation The connected optional Sirius receiver box may have the ability to lock out channels with password protection. The locked channels cannot be accessed with this unit. However, the following operation will clear the lock to receive these channels as normal. The operation can be performed when the optional Sirius receiver box is connected.
5 Touch [ ] of your favorite team. 2 The selection key is displayed. 6 Touch [ ] or [ ] of the desired announcement type. • Select “None” on the list if you do not want to store in memory. ALERT interruption does not occur. Setting the Sirius Seek (S-Seek) Alert The following operations can be performed to manage the stored Songs, Artists and Sports teams information.
IMPRINT Operation (Optional) Alpine introduces IMPRINT - the world’s first technology that thoroughly eliminates in-car acoustic problems that normally degrade sound quality, which enables us to experience music the way the artist intended. When the IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) (sold separately) is connected to this unit, MultEQ and the following sound adjustment can be performed.
Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW Setup) Depending on the response characteristics of the speaker, care should be taken when setting the response slope of the high range speaker to FLAT in 2.2ch (3WAY) mode (see “Adjusting the Crossover Settings (X-OVER)” on page 60), as speaker damage may result. Setting item: TW Setup Touch [ ] or [ ] of TW Setup to select Factory’s or User’s.
Adjusting the Graphic Equalizer Curve (G-EQ) You can modify the equalizer settings to create a response curve more appealing to your personal taste. Setting item: G-EQ 1 Adjusting the Crossover Settings (X-OVER) Before performing the following procedures, refer to “About the Crossover” (page 63). Setting item: X-Over 1 L+R: Sets the same adjustment values for the left and right channels. L/R: Different adjustment values can be set for the left and right channels. Select L+R by touching [ ] of G-EQ.
4 Adjust the crossover to your preference. Selecting the Cut-Off Frequency Touch [ ] or [ ] of Freq., then select the cut-off frequency (crossover point). The adjustable bandwidth differs depending on the speaker (channel). Calling up the Preset Memory 1 2 2.2ch (3WAY) System Setting contents: Low / Mid-L 20 Hz~200 Hz 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)” (page 59).
These values are the time correction values for the different speakers. Setting these values to make each sound reach the listening position at the same time as the sound of other speakers. About Time Correction The distance between the listener and the speakers in a car vary widely due to the complex speaker placement. This difference in the distances from the speakers to the listener creates a shift in the sounds image and frequency characteristics.
Level adjusting Output frequency range (0 to –12 dB) About the Crossover Crossover (X-Over): This unit is equipped with an active crossover. The crossover limits the frequencies delivered to the outputs. Each channel is controlled independently. Thus, each speaker pair can be driven by the frequencies for which they have been optimally designed. The crossover adjusts the HPF (high pass filter) or LPF (low pass filter) of each band, and also the slope (how fast the filter rolls off the highs or lows).
BLUETOOTH Operation (Optional) When the optional BLUETOOTH INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) is connected to this unit, the following operation can be performed. Setup Before Using How to connect to a BLUETOOTH compatible device (Pairing) For details on the control from a BLUETOOTH compatible device, refer to the Owner’s Manual of the BLUETOOTH compatible device. 1 2 3 4 About BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH is a wireless technology allowing communication between a mobile device or personal computer over short distances.
Setting the BLUETOOTH Device Displaying the phone service provider name Select one of 5 connected BLUETOOTH compatible devices that you previously registered. Setting item : Service Provider Setting item: Paired Devices Touch a BLUETOOTH compatible device to use (change connection) from the Paired Device list. • If the connection is successfully changed, “Connected/(Device name)” is displayed for 2 seconds, and then the display returns to the Setup screen.
Adjusting the volume for the microphone input You can emphasize or weaken the microphone input volume level. Setting item : MIC Input Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired volume level (0 ~15). • The setting cannot be adjusted during a phone call. Adjust the setting before placing a call. • The setting can be adjusted only when the BLUETOOTH compatible device is connected. Displaying the firmware version Setting item : Firmware Version The current firmware version of KCE-400BT will be displayed.
Call Switching Operation While making a call, this function allows you to initiate the transfer of the audio between the mobile phone and the speakers in the car. Redialing a Number in Dialed Calls History Previously dialed telephone numbers are stored in dialed calls history. You can redial a number by searching from dialed calls history. Setting item: Dialed Calls While calling, touch [ ] to switch the call sound between the unit and mobile phone.
Touch [Call] of the person name or the telephone number you want to call from the Phone Book list. The call is placed. • If one name has several numbers registered in the telephone book, ] choose and touch [Call] of the desired number after touching [ of the name, the telephone will be called. Touch [Call] of the name directly, the default number of the name will be called. Depending on the connected mobile phone, this function may not be performed.
Auxiliary Device (Optional) • .If the AUX mode is not displayed on the main menu, set AUX IN to ON by following “Setting the AUX Mode” (page 55). • If the AUX+ source is not displayed on the main menu, set AUX+ IN to ON by following “Setting the AUX+ Mode” (page 55). • The display mode changes by touching [WIDE] for AUX mode. For operation, refer to “Switching Display Modes” on page 46.
Rearview Camera Operation (Optional) When the optional rearview camera HCE-C107D, etc. is connected, rear view video can be output to the monitor. • A rearview camera with RCA Output connector cannot be connected to this unit. • Be sure to set “Camera IN” to ON before using the rearview camera, refer to “Setting the Rear Camera Input” on page 54. Switching the Rear Camera Screen (Optional) The rear view video will be displayed for the two situations as below.
Multi-Changer Selection (Optional) When using KCA-410C (Versatile Link Terminal), you can connect two changers. 1 2 In changer mode, touch [CHG SEL] or press BAND on the remote control (sold separately) to select the next changer (connected CD changers or KCA-420i). SAT Radio Receiver (Optional) SAT Receiver: XM or Sirius Receiver When an optional XM or Sirius Receiver Box is connected via the Ai-NET bus, the following operations may be performed.
Tuning in to Categorized Programs Checking the SAT Radio ID Number Quickly find a group of channels in a desired category. The categories are listed in the order designated by Sirius or XM Radio. A unique Radio ID number is required to subscribe to SAT Radio programming. Each third party XM or Sirius radio comes with this number. 1 2 Touch CATEGORY [ ] or [ ] to select a desired category in the XM or Sirius mode. Touch and hold CATEGORY [ ] or [ ] for at least 2 seconds to activate the category mode.
Search Function (XM mode) 1 In XM mode, touch [ Searching by S-Seek List 1 Touch [ ] of S-Seek List*1. The artist names and song names that you have stored and are currently playing will be displayed in a list. 2 Touch [ ] of the desired artist/song. The channel of the selected artist/song being broadcast is received. ]. SEARCH menu list is displayed. 2 Select the desired Search menu. Setting items: Category / Channel Searching by Category • Touch [INFO.
A “Game Stored X Used/Y Empty” pop-up screen is displayed. X is the total number of listings stored in memory, and Y is the total number of memory listings still available for storage. Storing the desired Song/Artist (Sirius mode only) This feature allows you to store information in the Receiver’s memory about the currently tuned programming- artist or song. When stored, a message is displayed to announce when stored songs are being broadcast on another radio station, should you wish to listen to it.
Playback USB Memory (Optional) 1 BANK Function (USB memory only) What is a Bank? A bank is a unit of up to 1,000 songs, which is stored in memory. “Banking” refers to the action of building up a bank (of songs) from the songs available in USB memory. About Banking While a bank is being built up, “BANKING” is displayed. If another bank is selected when unit power is turned on, the ACC position is set, or USB connection is made, banking will start.
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.) The Shuffle function of the USB memory or Portable audio player is displayed as M.I.X. on the INA-W900. Shuffle ALL: All songs in the USB memory or Portable audio player are played back in random sequence. Any one song does not play back again until all songs have been played back. Shuffle Songs: Song shuffle randomly plays back songs within a selected category (playlist, album, etc.). The songs within the category are played just once until all songs have been played.
Select the desired Folder (Folder up/ down) If you listen to a file from a selected folder, the folder can be changed. Touch [ ] or [ ] to select the folder. Creating the playlist from the Artist/ Album information of the current song When a song is played back, a playlist about all the songs with the same Artist or Album stored in the USB memory or Portable audio player can be created. 1 Touch [P1/2] when a song is played back. The function guide changes.
2 Return to the beginning of the current song: Touch [ ]. Fast backward the current song: Touch and hold [ ]. Advance to the beginning of the next song: Touch [ ]. 3 Fast forward the current song: Touch and hold [ ]. 4 / / 4 ]. ] again will resume playback. Searching for a desired Song An iPhone/iPod can contain hundreds of songs. By keeping these songs organized in playlists, the INA-W900 can use these to ease song searches.
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.) Information The Shuffle function of the iPod is displayed as M.I.X. on the INA-W900. About DVDs Shuffle ALL: All songs in the iPod are played back in random sequence. Any one song does not play back again until all songs have been 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.
Terminology Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories that allows large quantities of audio data to be efficiently recorded on discs. The INA-W900 performs Dolby Digital 2-channel decoding when it outputs analog audio signals. DTS This is a home-use digital sound format of the DTS Sound System. This is a high quality sound system, developed by DTS, Inc. for use in movie theaters. The INA-W900 has a built-in DTS 2-channel audio decoder.
List of Language Codes (For details, see page 47.
List of Country Codes (For details, see page 48.
Abbreviation PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PT PW PY QA RE RO RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI Code 8069 8070 8071 8072 8075 8076 8077 8078 8082 8084 8087 8089 8165 8269 8279 8285 8287 8365 8366 8367 8368 8369 8371 8372 8373 Country Abbreviation Peru SJ French Polynesia SK Papua New Guinea SL Philippines SM Pakistan SN Poland SO SR Saint Pierre and Miquelon ST Pitcairn SV Puerto Rico SY Portugal SZ Palau TC Paraguay TD Qatar TF Reunion TG Romania TH Russian Federation TJ Rwanda TK Saudi Arabia TM Solomon Islands
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 or Alpine directly at 1-888-NAV-HELP (1-888-628-4357). Basic No function or display. • Vehicle’s ignition is off.
CD-R/CD-RW playback not possible. • Close session (finalization) has not been performed. - Perform finalization and attempt playback again. Indication for CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Error displays. • Mechanical error. - Touch [Eject] of Disc on the Eject/Tilt screen. After the error indication disappears, insert the disc again. If the abovementioned solution does not solve the problem, consult your nearest Alpine dealer. • No disc is inserted. - Insert a disc.
Indication for CD changer • Button operation on the unit or remote control is not possible. - For some discs or playing modes, certain operations are not possible. This is not a malfunction. • Disc does not match regional code number. - Load a disc that matches the regional code number. • Mechanism error. 1) Touch [Eject] of Disc on the Eject/Tilt screen and eject the disc. If not ejecting, consult your Alpine dealer.
Indication for SAT Receiver Mode (XM mode) • MiniTuner missing/ disconnected or no communication between the unit and XM Radio. - Check the XM Tuner. (XM mode) (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 automatically re-tune to previous channel.
• The iPhone/iPod is not verified. - Change another iPhone/iPod. • A sampling rate/bit rate not supported by the unit is used. - Use a sampling rate/bit rate that is supported by the unit. Indication for USB memory/Portable audio player mode • Abnormal current is run to the USB connector device. USB memory/Portable audio player is a malfunction or it is shorted. - Connect another USB memory/Portable audio player. • A USB device/Portable audio player that is not supported by the unit is connected.
Audio S/N ratio Specifications More than 95 dB PICKUP Wave length MONITOR SECTION Screen Size 7.0" LCD Type Transparent type TN LCD Operation System TFT active matrix Number of Picture Elements 1,152,000 pcs. (800 × 3 × 480) Effective Number of Picture Elements 99% or more Illumination System LED 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 dBf (0.
Installation and Connections Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and pages 5 to 10 of this manual thoroughly for proper use. Caution HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS. Warning MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS. 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.
3 Installation Caution Do not block the unit’s fan or heat sink, thus preventing air circulation. If blocked, heat will accumulate inside the unit and may cause a fire. Air ventilation hole Air ventilation hole Remove the mounting sleeve from the main unit (see “Removal” on page 92). The unit can be installed in the mounting sleeve in three positions by aligning its mounting holes (A to C) on the sides of the unit. Position A will be used in most cases.
How to use a Seal Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting strap (not supplied). Secure the ground lead of the unit to a clean metal spot using a screw (*1) already attached to the vehicle’s chassis. If A is used for installation: Affix the seal so that mounting holes B and C are covered. • For the screw marked “*2”, use an appropriate screw for the chosen mounting location.
Install the GPS antenna 1. Stick the ground pad at the center of dash board and close to windshield with one inch distance. 2. Attach GPS antenna to the center of ground pad. (the cable side faces the back of vehicle) At the front or back of vehicle roof. Wiring the GPS antenna cable Do not bend or fold the GPS antenna cable. • When installing the INA-W900 to the vehicle, make sure the back of unit and the cable must not be bent.
Connections Antenna To remote input lead REMOTE OUT (White/Brown) REMOTE IN (White/Brown) To remote output lead To plus side of the back lamp signal lead of the car REVERSE (Orange/White) M.
Radio Antenna Receptacle BLUETOOTH interface Connector Remote Control Output Lead (White/Brown) Connect this to an optional BLUETOOTH INTERFACE (KCE-400BT). To use a hands-free mobile phone, an optional BLUETOOTH INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) connection is required. For details on connection, refer to the Owner’s Manual of the BLUETOOTH INTERFACE (KCE-400BT).
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.
System Example Connect the Ai-NET compatible Imprint audio processor (PXA-H100) DVD player and changer. Imprint Audio Processor (PXA-H100) (Ai-NET) (sold separately) Ai-NET cable Ai-NET cable (Yellow) (White/Brown) (White/Brown) REMOTE OUT REMOTE IN DVD Video Player (Ai-NET) (DVA-5210, etc.
When Connecting External Equipment Rearview camera HCE-C107D, etc. (sold separately) To Audio Input terminal Rear monitor (sold separately) To Video Input terminal To Video Output terminal DVD Changer (sold separately) To Audio Output terminal (White/Pink) M.CONT M.CONT (White/Pink) * Connect this to the touch panel-compatible rear monitor.
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. PRODUCTS COVERED: This Warranty covers Car Audio Products and Related Accessories (“the product”). Products purchased in the Canada are covered only in the Canada.