R EN Mobile Multimedia Station IVA-W203 FR ES DIGITAL VIDEO • 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 WARNING WARNING ................................................. 5 CAUTION .................................................. 5 PRECAUTIONS ........................................ 6 Discs Playable on This Unit ................... 7 Getting Started DVD/Video CD Playing a Disc ................................................18 To display the DVD mode screen ...............18 If a menu screen appears .............................19 Displaying the Top Menu Screen ...
Switching the Visual Source Only (Simultaneous Function) ............................. 27 Cancelling the Simultaneous Function ........ 27 Blackout Mode On and Off ............................ 27 Setup DVD Setup DVD Setup Operation ..................................... 28 Changing the language setting .................... 29 Setting of the Menu Language .................... 29 Setting of the Audio Language ................... 29 Setting of the Subtitle Language .................
X-OVER Adjustment ...................................... 43 Changing the Display ..................................... 52 Performing Time Correction Manually (TCR) .......................................................... 44 Checking the SAT Radio ID Number ............. 53 Phase Switching .............................................. 45 Receiving Stored Channels ............................. 53 Graphic Equalizer Adjustments ...................... 45 Search Function (XM mode) ......................
Installation and Connections Warning .................................................. 70 Caution ................................................... 70 Precautions ............................................ 70 Installation ...................................................... 71 Connections .................................................... 74 System Example .............................................
Operating Instructions WARNING KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately. WARNING This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in serious injury or death. USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock. DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS.
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 CD 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 CDs DVD-ROMs, DVD-RAMs, CD-ROMs (excluding MP3/WMA files), photo CDs, etc. The IVA-W203 plays DVD Video, DVD Audio, Video CD, Audio CD and has a built in MP3/WMA 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 Disc terminology • This unit is compatible with discs recorded in the DVD-Video and DVD-VR mode. • 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.
VISUAL / * button Getting Started Press to recall the VISUAL selection screen. If VISUAL is set in “Setting the VISUAL Soft Button” (page 36), momentarily press to recall the VISUAL selection screen, and if NAV. is set, momentarily press to recall the navigation screen. Pressing and holding for at least 2 seconds will recall the setting which is set in “Setting the VISUAL Button on the Unit” (page 37). If “AUDIO SETUP” is set, the AUDIO SETUP screen will be recalled.
Inserting/Ejecting a Disc Adjusting the Volume 1 Press Adjust the volume by pressing 2 Insert a disc: on the unit. The display changes to the EJECT/TILT screen. 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. or . Volume decreases/increases continuously by pressing and holding or . Volume: 0 - 35 • The MUTE function is available on the supplied remote control.
2 Touch [RADIO]. The screen changes to the Radio mode main display. Display example for FM Radio main screen 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 main source screen. Touch the desired numeric key.
5 Radio Touch [ ], [ ] or [ ], [ ] to change the radio frequency up or down respectively. In manual mode, touch and hold to change the frequency continuously. Display example for FM Radio main screen • “DIGITAL” is displayed when a digital radio station is received. • Refer to “Digital SEEK Setting (HD Radio mode only)” on page 33. 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.
Tuning to Preset Stations You can tune in the preset stations in memory on each band using the preset number. Receiving a Multicast (HD Radio mode only) * [P 1/3] is displayed in the HD Radio mode. Multicasting, which is the ability to broadcast multiple program streams over a single FM frequency, thereby increasing the amount and diversity of content choices. When the channel for the multicast radio station is received, the “MULTICAST” indicator lights.
CD/MP3/WMA Display example for MP3/WMA main screen Playback 1 Touch [SOURCE] on the main source screen. 2 Touch [DVD PLAYER]. The SOURCE selection screen is displayed. The display shows the DVD player mode screen. When a CD/MP3/WMA is inserted into the DISC SLOT of the IVA-W203, with the label side facing up, the unit starts to play the CD/MP3/WMA. 3 Touch [ (file). ] or [ ] to select the desired track Returning to the beginning of the current track (file): Touch [ ].
Repeat Play About MP3/WMA 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. RPT DISC*1 CD: RPT (off) RPT CAUTION Except for private use, duplicating audio data (including MP3/ WMA 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.
Terminology Producing MP3/WMA discs MP3/WMA files are prepared, then written to a CD-R or CD-RW (DVD-R/DVD-RW) using CD-R writing software. A disc can hold up to 1024 files/256 folders (including Root Folders). Depending on the structure of the folders or files, it may take time to read a disc. In this case, it is recommended to decrease the number of folders or files. Media supported The media that this device can play back are CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD-Rs and DVD-RWs.
DVD/Video CD Display example for DVD Video main screen Playing a Disc IVA-W203 has a built-in DVD player. When an optional Alpine DVD/ Video CD/CD player (or DVD changer) is connected to the IVA-W203, you can control it from the IVA-W203 (except some operations). WARNING It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the driver to watch the DVD/TV/Video while driving the vehicle. The driver may be distracted from looking ahead and an accident could occur.
Menu Operations • Play Position Memory Function Even if you turn power off or switch the Ignition key to OFF during playback or change the source, playback will continue from the point where playback stopped when the power is turned ON again. 1 Touch [SOURCE] on the main source screen. 2 Touch [DVD PLAYER]. The SOURCE selection screen is displayed. The display shows the DVD player mode screen. Insert a disc with the label side facing up. The unit starts to play the disc. 1 Touch [KEY].
Numeric Keypad Input Operations When PBC is turned OFF, the menu screen is not displayed. Turn it ON to display the screen. (See “Setting the Video CD Play Mode” on page 32.) 1 Touch [P1/2] in the Video CD mode to change the function guide. 2 Touch [10KEY]. The numeric keypad is displayed. 3 Touch and input a desired number. 4 Touch [ENT] to confirm. Displaying the Top Menu Screen When a DVD contains two or more titles, the top menu screen appears.
Fast-forward/Fast-reverse Playing Still Frames (Pausing) DVD-Video, DVD-VR, Video-CD, DVD-Audio (VCAP mode)*: 1 2 1 During playback, touch and hold [ reverse) or [ ] (Fast-forward). ] (Fast- When touched and held for more than 1 second, the disc is forwarded/reversed at double speed. When held for 5 more seconds or longer, the disc is forwarded/reversed at 8 times the normal speed. When held for 10 seconds or longer, the disc is forwarded/reversed at 21 times the normal speed.
Selecting Playlist (SKIP) 1 Touch [P1/3] twice while playing a DVD-VR disc. 2 Touch PLAYLIST* [ The PLAYLIST function guide is displayed. ] or [ DVD Audio 1 Touch [ ] on the main unit. The repeat mode switches every time the button is touched. VCAP mode*1: ] to select a playlist. * To switch the function guide display PROGRAM [ ] or [ ] to PLAYLIST [ ] or [ ], play back the playlist. For details, refer to “Searching by Playlist” (page 20).
Searching by Title/Group/Program/ Playlist Number Use this function to easily find positions on the DVD using the DVD’s titles, groups, programs or playlists. 1 3 The function guide appears. Enter a desired title, group, program or playlist by touching its title, group, program or playlist number. Confirm your selection by touching [ENT]. Playback will start from the title number selected.
Video CDs or DVD-VR disc with multiplex audio 1 During playback, touch [P1/2]*2. The function guide changes. 2 * Touch [P1/3] while playing a DVD-VR disc. 2 Touch [AUDIO]*3. The left and right channels will be output as shown below, each time the button is touched. *3 Touch [AUDIO] for at least 2 seconds to switch while playing a DVD-VR disc.
Other Useful Features Adjusting the Audio Adjusting the Subwoofer Level Touch [ ] or [ ] of SUBW. to adjust the subwoofer output. Setting range: 0 to 15 • The level adjustment becomes available when subwoofer is turned on in “Subwoofer On and Off” (page 37) Adjusting H.P.F. (High Pass Filter) Touch [ Touch [ 1 Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. 2 Touch [AUDIO]. The SETUP selection screen is displayed. The AUDIO SETUP screen appears.
Setting the Treble Center Frequency Internal CD player mode 1 The track list* screen appears. The displayed treble frequency is emphasized. Touch [ ] or [ ] of TREBLE FREQ to select the desired treble center frequency. 2 Touch [ ] of a desired track text*. The selected track will be played back. Setting range:10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 15 kHz, 17.5 kHz • The treble level settings will be individually memorized for each source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is changed.
Cancelling the Simultaneous Function Switching Display Modes After carrying out the steps 1 to 3 of “To display the DVD mode screen” explained on page 28, perform the operation described below. While your vehicle is parked, touch [WIDE] on the visual source screen.
Setup DVD Setup DVD Setup Operation 4 Touch [ ] or [ ], etc., of the desired item to change its setting. Setting items: MENU LANGUAGE / AUDIO LANGUAGE / SUBT. LANGUAGE / COUNTRY CODE / PARENTAL / DIGITAL OUT MODE / DOWNMIX MODE / TV SCREEN / BONUS CODE / DVD-A SETUP / FILE PLAY MODE / PBC Display example for DVD setup screen 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.
5 Touch [RETURN] to return to the previous screen. Touch and hold [RETURN] for at least 2 seconds to return to the main source screen that was displayed before the setup operation was started. • Immediately after changing the settings of DVD mode (while the system is writing data automatically) do not turn the ignition key (engine key) to OFF. Otherwise, the settings may not be changed.
Setting the Rating Level (Parental Lock) This function can help restrict the viewing of movies to children of appropriate age levels only. Setting item: PARENTAL Setting content: INPUT • When the settings are changed, the old settings are overwritten. Make a note of the current settings before making changes. The memory is cleared when the vehicle’s battery is disconnected. • On unrated DVDs, playback will not be restricted even if the rating level is set.
Audio output/Optical digital audio output Disc Audio recording format Digital output setting (DVD SETUP) Optical digital audio output Analog audio output (Ai-NET, RCA output) Format Fs Q LPCM (CD-DA, DVD-V, DVD-A, DVD-VR) 44.1/176.4kHz 16/20/24bit AUTO or LPCM 44.1kHz, 16bit, LPCM 2ch (2ch Downmix)* OK 48/96/192kHz 16/20/24bit AUTO or LPCM 48kHz, 16bit, LPCM 2ch (2ch Downmix)* OK PPCM (DVD-A) 44.1/88.2/ 176.
Setting the Downmix Mode This function applies to Dolby Digital, DTS stream sound. Setting item: DOWNMIX MODE Setting contents: SURROUND / STEREO SURROUND: Surround compatible Downmix STEREO: Stereo Downmix Setting the TV Screen Setting Use the procedure described below to modify the output screen according to the type of TV monitor (rear monitor) being used. This setting can also be applied for the IVA-W203. If the rear monitor is not connected, the screen setting is 16:9.
RADIO Setup GENERAL Setup Digital SEEK Setting (HD Radio mode only) General Setup Operation After carrying out the steps 1 to 3 of “To display the General mode screen” explained on page 33, perform the operation described below. 1 Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. 2 Touch [SOURCE]. 3 Touch [ 4 To display the General 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.
Displaying the Time Setting the Scroll The clock indication on the monitor display is turned on or off respectively. Scroll display is available if CD text, folder name, file name or tag information is entered. Setting item: CLOCK Setting contents: OFF / ON Setting item: AUTO SCROLL Setting contents: OFF / ON Setting the Time Setting item: CLOCK ADJUST Further setting items : HOUR / MINUTE / TIME ADJUST Setting contents: 1-12 / 0-59 / RESET HOUR: Adjust the hour. MINUTE: Adjust the minute.
SYSTEM Setup System Setup Operation To display the System 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 the Rear Camera Input With a rear camera connected, rear view video is output to the monitor. Setting item: CAMERA IN Setting contents: OFF / ON OFF: The CAMERA source is not displayed on the VISUAL selection screen. ON: Even if the shift lever is not set to reverse (R), the rear pictures are output by selecting the CAMERA source. • By shifting to reverse (R), the rear pictures are output. This function is effective when the reverse wire is properly connected.
Setting the VISUAL Button on the Unit DISPLAY Setup The unit’s VISUAL button function can be changed. Setting item: CUSTOMISE KEY Setting contents: AUDIO SETUP / SAT / TEL AUDIO SETUP: Pressing and holding VISUAL for at least 2 seconds will recall the AUDIO SETUP screen. SAT: If you press and hold VISUAL for at least 2 seconds when either the XM or SIRIUS Receiver Box is connected, the Weather or Traffic channels will be recalled.
Setting the Brightness of the Backlighting Backlighting is provided by a fluorescent light built into the liquid crystal panel. The illumination control adjusts the brightness of the backlighting based on the car ambient lighting for easier viewing. Setting item: DIMMER Setting contents: OFF / ON / AUTO Deactivate Auto Dimmer mode to keep the background illumination of the monitor bright. ON: Keep the background illumination of the monitor dark.
Adjusting Brightness VISUAL EQ™ Setting item: BRIGHT Setting content: -15 ~ +15 Visual EQ Setting Operation The following steps 1 to 4 are common operations to each “Setting item” of VISUAL EQ setting. Refer to each section for details. 1 After steps 1 and 2 in “Display Setup Operation” (page 37) have been performed, touch [ ] of VISUAL EQ. VISUAL EQ screen appears. 2 Select a desired setting item by touching [ ] or [ ].
Adjusting Picture Quality Data Download Setting item: SHARP Setting content: -15 to +15 Picture quality adjustment range is -15 to +15. “SOFT” and “HARD” appear as the minimum and maximum values specified. Downloading the BACKGROUND data • Picture quality adjustment can be made only in the navigation, DVD, Video CD, AUX modes. You can download data (from Alpine’s website) to a CD-R/CD-RW (data is written in the root folder), and store the data to the IVA-W203.
SIRIUS Setup Setting ON/OFF of all Songs/Artists Interruption SIRIUS Setup Operation Determines whether the received announcement of all stored Songs/ Artists is set or not. The operation can be performed when the optional SIRIUS receiver box is connected. Setting item: SONG ALERT To display the Sirius 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.
Connection of an External Device External Audio Processor (Optional) When an external audio processor is connected to this unit, you can operate it from this unit. Some audio processors may not be operated. In this case, operate them in the connected product. Explanations below are the case when PXA-H700 or PXA-H701 is connected for example. Refer also to the operating instructions of the connected audio processor.
Setting the Speakers 1 2 Check that Defeat mode is off (page 25). Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. The SETUP selection screen is displayed. 3 Touch [AUDIO]. 4 Touch [ 5 Touch [ 6 The AUDIO SETUP screen appears. ] of SPEAKER SELECT. The SPEAKER selection screen appears. Set the connected speaker by touching the respective [ ], [ ] or [ON], [OFF] button. FRONT1: FRONT2: REAR: CENTER: SUBW.: 7 ] of A.PROC. The A.PROCESSOR list screen appears.
8 Adjust the crossover to your preference. In other words, setting the time correction value for the front left speaker to 5.1 (ms) sets a virtual distance matching the distance to the farthest speaker. 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). Adjusting the Level 5.1ms Touch [ ] or [ ] of LEVEL, then adjust the HPF or LPF level. 0.5m Adjusting the Slope 2.
Phase Switching 1 2 Check that Defeat mode is off. Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. The SETUP selection screen is displayed. 3 Touch [AUDIO]. 4 Touch [ 5 Touch [ 6 7 The AUDIO SETUP screen appears. Touch [RETURN] to return to the previous screen. • When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the graphic equalizer for that speaker cannot be set. Refer to “Setting the Speakers” (page 43).
9 Touch [RETURN] to return to the previous screen. • When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the parametric equalizer for that speaker cannot be set. Refer to “Setting the Speakers” (page 43). • It is not possible to adjust the frequencies of adjacent bands within 7 steps. • Check the playable frequency ranges of the connected speakers before making the equalizer adjustments. If the speaker’s playable frequency range is 55 Hz to 30 kHz, for example, adjusting the 40 Hz or 20 Hz band has no effect.
Setting of Dolby Digital 1 2 3 Check that Defeat mode is off. Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. The SETUP selection screen appears. Achieving powerful high volume sound (LISTENING MODE) With Dolby Digital, the dynamic range is compressed so that powerful sound can be achieved at regular volume levels. This compression can be canceled to achieve an energetic sound with even greater power, like the sound in a movie theater. This function works only in the Dolby Digital mode. Touch [AUDIO].
6 Adjust the level by touching [ ] or [ ] of the desired adjusting mode. The level can be adjusted in the range of –5 dB to +5 dB. Storing Settings in the Memory If PL II MUSIC is selected, the center width can be adjusted with following operations. This function offers the optimum vocal position by adjusting the center channel position between the center speaker and the L/R speaker.
Navigation System (Optional) Portable Navigation System Operation (Optional) Removing the Portable Navigation Device 1 Press on the unit. The display changes to the EJECT/TILT screen. 2 Touch [OPEN] or [ ] of NAV. on the EJECT/TILT screen. The movable monitor will open. 3 Press [ ] behind the monitor. The Portable Navigation device is removed. Push An optional Alpine Portable Navigation System is controllable from the unit. For details on operation, refer to the Owner’s Manual of the Portable Navigation.
Auxiliary Device (Optional) Changer (Optional) Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional) Controlling CD Changer (Optional) To operate your devices connected to the AUX terminals on the rear panel of IVA-W203, follow the procedure described below. An optional 6-disc or 12-disc CD Changer may be connected to the IVA-W203 if it is Ai-NET compatible. With a CD Changer connected to the Ai-NET input of the IVA-W203, the CD Changer will be controllable from the IVA-W203.
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 (supplied) to select the next changer (connected CD changers or KCA-420i). To operate the selected changer, see “CD/MP3/ WMA” section. • To operate the selected changer, see “CD/MP3/WMA” (pages 1517).
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. However, the XM Receiver and SIRIUS Receiver cannot be connected at the same time. Tuning in to Categorized Programs You can listen to programs categorized to the same group one after another. 1 Touch and hold [ CAT] or [CAT ] for at least 2 seconds in the XM or SIRIUS mode. The category mode is activated.
Checking the SAT Radio ID Number Search Function (XM mode) 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 XM Radio: In XM mode, touch [ ]. The category search list is displayed. Screen example for category search list This number is an 8 character alphanumeric number. It is printed on a label found on the SAT Receiver. SIRIUS Radio: This number is a 12 digits number.
Search Function (SIRIUS mode) 1 Touch [ 2 Select the desired SEARCH menu. ] in the SIRIUS mode. SEARCH menu list is displayed. Searching by Category 1 Touch [ ] of CATEGORY. The CATEGORY search screen is displayed. • Touch [ ] to receive the selected category channel directly. 2 Touch [ ] to change to channel name search screen of the selected category. 3 Touch [ ] to receive the selected channel name. Searching by Channel Name 1 Touch [ ] of CHANNEL. The CH search screen is displayed.
1 Touch [P1/3] twice to store a game currently being broadcast. The function guide is changed. 2 Touch [MEMORY]. 3 Touch [ The display changes to the GAME ALERT SETUP screen. Both the selected team and opponent team names are displayed. ] of the team you want to store. The selected team is registered. • “UNABLE TO STORE” will be displayed if the above information cannot be stored. • Touching and holding [MEMORY] for at least 2 seconds will change to the ALERT SETUP screen.
Searching for a desired Song Direct Search Function An iPod can contain hundreds of songs. By keeping these songs organized in playlists, the IVA-W203 can use these to ease song searches. Using the search mode’s individual hierarchy, you can narrow down your search as shown in the table below. The unit’s direct search function can be used to search for an album, song, etc., more efficiently. In PLAYLIST/ARTIST/ALBUM/SONG/ GENRE/COMPOSER/PODCAST mode, you can quickly target any song.
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.) The Shuffle function of the iPod is displayed as M.I.X. on the IVA-W203. Shuffle ALL: All songs in the iPod are played back in random sequence. If a song has been selected in the playlist/artist search mode before selecting Shuffle song, all songs in iPod are played back randomly. Shuffle Albums: Select an album randomly in the iPod, and plays back the songs of the album in sequential order.
Remote Control Controls on Remote Control DVD Video/DVD-VR/DVD Audio (VCAP)/Video CD: • Move to the desired position on the disc. • During playback, press and hold for more than 1 second to reverse the disc at double speed. Hold for more than 5 seconds to reverse the disc at 8 times the normal speed. Hold for more than 10 seconds to reverse the disc at 21 times the normal speed.
MUTE Button Numeric Keypad Lowers the volume by 20 dB instantly. Press the button again to cancel. Inputs numbers. UP Button Not used. Radio mode: Selects, in ascending order, stations programmed into the radio’s presets. MP3/WMA mode: Folder Select (UP) Button to selects the folder. Changer mode: DISC Select (UP) Button selects a disc in ascending order. iPod mode: Selects a playlist/artist/album/genre/ composer/podcast in ascending order.
Battery Replacement Information Battery type: CR2025 battery or equivalent. 1 Opening the battery case Slide out the battery cover while firmly pressing in the direction of the arrow. About DVDs Music CDs and DVDs have grooves (tracks) in which the digital data is recorded. The data is represented as microscopic pits recorded into the track – these pits are read by a laser beam to play the disc.
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. It is compatible with audio signals from mono (1 channel) all the way up to 5.1channel surround sound. The signals for the different channels are completely independent, and since the sound is high quality digital there is no loss of sound quality. * The separately sold digital audio processor (PXA-H701, etc.
List of Language Codes (For details, see page 29.
List of Country Codes (For details, see page 29.
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 64-EN 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 SJ Peru SK French Polynesia SL Papua New Guinea SM Philippines SN Pakistan SO Poland 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
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.
Error displays. • Mechanical error. - Touch [ ] 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. MP3/WMA is not played back. • Writing error occurred. The CD format is not compatible. - Make sure the CD has been written in a supported format. Refer to “About MP3/WMA” (pages 16 and 17), then rewrite in the format supported by this device. Unit does not operate.
Indication for DVD/Video CD • No disc is inserted. - Insert a disc. • Although a disc is inserted, “NO DISC” is displayed and the unit does not start to play or eject the disc. - Remove the disc by following these steps. Press for at least 3 seconds. • Head unit buttons and remote control operation are not possible. - For some discs or playing modes, certain operations are not possible. This is not a malfunction. • Protective circuit is activated to high temperature.
Indication for SAT Receiver Mode Indication for iPod Mode • The XM or SIRIUS antenna is not connected to the XM or SIRIUS radio module. - Check whether the XM or SIRIUS antenna cable is attached securely to the XM or SIRIUS radio module. • The iPod is not connected. - Make sure the iPod is correctly connected. Make sure the cable is not bent excessively. • Radio is being updated with latest encryption code. - Wait until encryption code is being updated. Channels 0 and 1 should function normally.
GENERAL Specifications Power Requirement MONITOR SECTION Screen Size 6.5" LCD Type Transparent type TN LCD Operation System TFT active matrix Number of Picture Elements 280,800 pcs. (400 × 3 × 234) Effective Number of Picture Elements 99% or more Illumination System Cold cathode fluorescent tube 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.
Installation and Connections Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and pages 5 to 7 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.
• If B or C is used, make sure that there is a enough space depthwise before installing the unit. If the unit is forcibly pushed into the mounting sleeve, damage may occur. Installation Mounting Sleeve (Included) Caution Dashboard 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.
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.
Foot Brake Lead / Parking Brake Lead Connection Foot brake lamp FOOT BRAKE (Yellow/Black) IVA-W203 PARKING BRAKE Pinch Connector (sold separately) Foot brake lead Foot brake switch Chassis Parking brake lamp (Yellow/Blue) Pinch Connector (sold separately) Parking brake lead Battery Parking brake switch Connection Diagram of SPST Switch (Sold Separately) (If the ACC power supply is not available) IGNITION (Red) SPST SW (Optional) FUSE (5A) (Optional) BATTERY (Yellow) FUSE (20A) (Optional) IVA-
Connections Antenna To Microphone (Yellow) (Red) (White) (Yellow) (Red) (White) REMOTE OUT (White/Brown) REMOTE IN (White/Brown) REVERSE (Orange/White) M.
Radio Antenna Receptacle Rear Output RCA Connectors MIC Input Connector RED is right and WHITE is left. To Microphone (sold separately). Front Output RCA Connectors Video Input Connector (AUX INPUT) (Yellow) RED is right and WHITE is left. Input the video. Subwoofer RCA Connectors Audio Input Connectors (AUX INPUT) RED is right and WHITE is left. RED is right and WHITE is left input the audio.
System Example Connect the Ai-NET compatible audio processor (Fiber optic digital compatible), DVD player and changer.
Remote IN/OUT Connector Digital Output Terminal Ai-NET Connector Connect this to the output or input connector of other product equipped with Ai-NET. System Switch When connecting an equalizer or divider using Ai-NET feature, place this switch in the EQ/DIV position. When no device is connected, leave the switch in the NORM position. • Be sure to turn the power off to the unit before changing the switch position.
When Connecting External Equipment To Audio Input terminal Rear monitor (Sold Separately) To Video Input terminal To Video Output terminal Back-up camera (Sold Separately) Ai-NET EQ/DIV NORM To Video Output terminal TV Tuner or VCR (Sold Separately) To Audio Output terminal (White/Pink) M.CONT M.CONT (White/Pink) * Connect this to the touch panel-compatible rear monitor.
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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.