CD/USB RECEIVER WITH ADVANCED BLUETOOTH CDE-172BT EN FR CD/USB RECEIVER CDE-170 ES USB RECEIVER WITH ADVANCED BLUETOOTH UTE-73BT • OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. • MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN Léalo antes de utilizar este equipo. • MODE D’EMPLOI Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil. 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.
For safety, be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of the car as the rear side of the unit becomes hot during use. For details, see “Connection/Installation” (page 36). The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is located on the bottom of the chassis. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC position Be sure to set the AUTO OFF function (page 22).
Important notice • We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of information during BLUETOOTH communication. Caution IN NO EVENT SHALL ALPINE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASER’S TIME RELATED TO OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, ITS HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE.
WARNING WARNING This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in serious injury or death. DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE. Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to a complete stop. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before performing these functions. Failure to do so may result in an accident.
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION, SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR GEARSHIFT. Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc. and results in serious accident. DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE OR DUST. Avoid installing the unit in locations with high incidence of moisture or dust. Moisture or dust that penetrates into this unit may result in product failure. CAUTION This symbol means important instructions.
Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Getting Started Detaching the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Resetting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guide to Parts and Controls Main unit Front panel release button Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch the BLUETOOTH signal. Control dial Rotate to adjust the volume. ENTER Enter the selected item. (browse) (pages 13, 14, 16, 17) Enter the browse mode during playback. (Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected.) Select PTY in RDS. / Radio mode: Tune in radio stations automatically. Press and hold to tune manually.
SiriusXM mode (CDE-172BT only): Press to ascend or descend through Channel numbers. Pandra® mode (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only): to skip to next song. Press (pages 20) Disc slot (CDE-172BT/ CDE-170 only) Display window (disc eject) (CDE-172BT/ CDE-170 only) USB port SOURCE Change the source. (Power) Turn on the power. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn off the power and the display. Press in the Radio mode to change the radio band. Press in SiriusXM mode to switch bands.
Getting Started To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 22. For the connection/installation, see page 36. Resetting the Unit Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or changing connections, you must reset the unit. 1 Press and Number button 6 for more than 2 seconds. Note Detaching the Front Panel You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft.
Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device 7 If passkey* input is required on the BLUETOOTH device, input [0000]. * Passkey may be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number” or “Password,” etc., depending on the device. When connecting a BLUETOOTH device for the first time, mutual registration (called “pairing”) is required. Pairing enables this unit and other devices to recognize each other. This unit can connect two BLUETOOTH devices (two cellular phones, or a cellular phone and an audio device).
3 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device. 4 Operate the BLUETOOTH device to connect to this unit. or 2 Connect an iPhone/iPod to the USB port. lights up. Icons in the display: Lights up when handsfree calling is available by enabling the HFP (Handsfree Profile). Make sure that the unit. Lights up when the audio device is playable by enabling the A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
Connecting Other Portable Audio Device 1 2 3 Listening to the Radio Turn off the portable audio device. Listening to the Radio Turn down the volume on the unit. To listen to the radio, press SOURCE [TUNER]. Connect the portable audio device to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the unit with a connecting cord (not supplied)*. * Be sure to use a straight type plug. to select Storing automatically 1 Press /A.ME to change the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2). 2 Press and hold seconds. /A.
Using Radio Data System (RDS) Listening to the SiriusXM Radio (CDE-172BT only) Selecting program types (PTY) 1 2 Activating your SiriusXM Subscription Press (browse) during FM reception. Rotate the control dial until the desired program type appears, then press it. The unit starts to search for a station broadcasting the selected program type.
Notes To set a parental control • The activation process usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. • Your radio will need to be turned on and receiving the SiriusXM signal to receive the activation message. The parental control feature allows you to limit access to SiriusXM channels with mature content. When enabled, the parental control feature requires you to enter a passcode to tune to the locked channels.
Playback Playing a Disc (CDE-172BT/ CDE170 only) 1 Insert the disc (label side up). • Playback of the following files is not supported. MP3/WMA/FLAC/AAC*: – copyright-protected files – DRM (Digital Rights Management) files – Multi-channel audio files MP3/WMA/AAC*: – lossless compression files * CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only Before making a connection, select the USB mode (Android mode or MSC/MTP mode) depending on the USB device (page 22). 1 Connect a USB device to the USB port (page 11). Playback starts.
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) You can play contents on a connected device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). Playback in the selected play mode may take time to start. Available play modes differ depending on the selected sound source. Searching a track by name Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected. 1 1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with the audio device (page 9).
When activating the BLUETOOTH function Listening to Pandora® (CDE172BT/ UTE-73BT only) Pandora® is available to stream music through your iPhone and Android smartphone. You can control Pandora® on a BLUETOOTH connected iPhone/Android smartphone from this unit. Pandora® is only available in certain countries. Please visit http://www.pandora.com/legal for more information. You can adjust the volume level. Press and hold /SETUP for at least 2 seconds, then select [AUDIO] [BTA VOL] (page 23).
Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH only) (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) To use a cellular phone, connect it with this unit. You can connect two cellular phones to the unit. For details, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only)” (page 9). 2 Rotate the control dial to select [PHONE BOOK], then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to select an initial from the initial list, then press it. 4 Rotate the control dial to select a name from the name list, then press it.
To reduce echo and noise (Echo Canceler/ Noise Canceler Mode) By redial 1 2 Press . Press and hold MIC. Settable mode: [BTP EC/NC 1], [BTP EC/NC 2]. When two cellular phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial to select either phone, then press it. To switch between handsfree mode and handheld mode Rotate the control dial to select [REDIAL], then press it. During a call, press /A.ME to switch the phone call audio between the unit and cellular phone. The phone call starts.
Using Siri Eyes Free (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) Useful Functions Adjusting Bass Level/ Mid Level/ Treble Level/ Subwoofer Level/ Balance (Between Left and Right)/ Fader (Between Front and Rear) 1 2 Press /SETUP. Rotate the control dial to adjust the each mode, then press it.
• When connecting the iPhone to the unit via USB, do not activate Siri with the iPhone. Siri Eyes Free may not function properly, or may quit. • There is no audio sound while Siri Eyes Free is activated.
General Setup (GENERAL) Settings Canceling the DEMO Mode You can cancel the demonstration display which appears when the source is off and the clock is displayed. 1 Press and hold /SETUP for at least 2 second, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select [DEMO MODE], then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to select [DEMO OFF], then press it. The setting is complete. 4 Press (back) twice. The display returns to normal reception/play mode.
FW UPDATE (firmware update) Enters firmware update process: [YES], [NO]. Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to complete. During the update, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. Audio Setup (AUDIO) This setup menu is not available when the source is off and the clock is displayed. EQ PRESET Selects an equalizer curve from 10 equalizer curves or off: [USER], [FLAT](OFF), [POPS], [ROCK], [NEWS], [JAZZ], [ELEC DANCE], [HIP HOP], [EASY LIS], [COUNTRY], [CLASSICAL].
KEY COLOR (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) Sets a preset color or customized color for the buttons. OPTION Selects from 10 presets colors, 1 customized color. CUSTOMIZE Registers a customized color for the buttons. RGB RED, RGB GREEN, RGB BLUE Adjustable color range: [0] – [32] ([0] cannot be set for all color ranges). DISP COLOR (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) Sets a preset color or customized color for the display. OPTION Selects from 10 presets colors, 1 customized color.
Additional Information Updating the Firmware To update the firmware, visit the Alpine website. http://www.alpine-usa.com Notes • Using a USB device (not supplied) is required for updating the firmware. Store the updater in the USB device, and connect the device to the USB port, then perform the update operation. • Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to complete. During the update, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device.
About iPod (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) • You can connect to the following iPod models. Update your iPod devices to the latest software before use. Compatible iPhone/iPod models Compatible Model Bluetooth® USB iPhone 7 Plus Maintenance Cleaning the connectors The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the front panel (page 9) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force.
Specifications FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC. POUR LES CLIENTS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC. AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS CTA2006 Standard Power Output: 18 Watts RMS × 4 at 4 Ohms < 1% THD+N SN Ratio: 80 dBA (reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms) Tuner section FM Tuning range: 87.7 MHz – 107.9 MHz Antenna (aerial) terminal: External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency: FM CCIR: -1,956.
Wireless Communication (CDE-172BT/ UTE73BT only) Communication System: BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0 Output: BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2 (Conducted MAX +1 dBm) Maximum communication range: Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)*1 Frequency band: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz) Modulation method: FHSS Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*2: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.3 AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.3 HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window. The dimmer is set to [DIMMER ON] (page 23). The display disappears if you press and hold (Power). – Press (Power) on the unit until the display appears. The connectors are dirty (page 26). The display/illumination flashes. The power supply is not sufficient. – Check that the car battery supplies enough power to the unit. (The power requirement is 12 V DC.) The operation buttons do not function. The disc will not eject.
Operations for skipping an album, skipping items (Jump mode), and searching a track by name cannot be performed. These operations cannot be performed when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected. – Set [USB MODE] to [MSC/MTP] (page 22). – Remove the iPod. The USB mode of the device is not set to the appropriate mode. – Make sure that the USB mode of the device is set to MSC/MTP mode. The sound cannot be output during playback in Android mode.
The volume of the connected audio device is low (high). Volume level will differ depending on the audio device. – Adjust the volume of the connected audio device or this unit (page 23). The sound skips during playback of a BLUETOOTH audio device. Reduce the distance between the unit and the BLUETOOTH audio device. If the BLUETOOTH audio device is stored in a case which interrupts the signal, remove the audio device from the case during use.
Messages The following messages may appear or flash during operation. If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Alpine dealer. If you take the unit to be repaired because of CD playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at the time the problem began. CD ERROR: The disc cannot be played. The disc will be ejected automatically. Clean or insert the disc correctly, or make sure the disc is not blank or defective. CD NO MUSIC: There is no playable file.
For Pandora® operation: PANDORA BOOKMARK ERROR: Bookmarking failed. Wait for a while, then try again. LOG IN ERROR: You are not logged into your Pandora® account. Disconnect the device, log into your Pandora® account, then connect the device again. PANDORA NO DEVICE: The BLUETOOTH device is not connected or recognized. Make sure the BLUETOOTH device is securely connected, or the BLUETOOTH connection is established with the BLUTOOTH device. Then, select the Pandora® source again.
CHAN UNSUB The channel that you have requested is not included in your SiriusXM subscription package or the channel that you were listening to is no longer included in your SiriusXM subscription package. If you have questions about your subscription package or would like to subscribe to this channel, please contact SiriusXM. In the USA, visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349. In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877438-9677. CHK ANT The radio has detected a fault with the SiriusXM antenna.
Connection/Installation Parts List for Installation Cautions • Run all ground (earth) leads to a common ground (earth) point. • Do not get the leads trapped under a screw, or caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing). • Before making connections, turn the car ignition off to avoid short circuits. • Connect the yellow and red power supply leads only after all other leads have been connected. • Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads with electrical tape for safety. ×2 5 × max. 8 mm (7/32 × max.
Connection CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT Microphone*1 (Blue) To power antenna (Blue/White) To amplifier (Orange) To the instrument cluster illumination lead (Red) (Yellow) Ignition Key (Black) Battery Speakers (Gray) Front Right (Gray/Black) (White) Front Left (White/Black) (Violet) Rear Right (Violet/Black) (Green) Rear Left (Green/Black) Amplifier Subwoofers Amplifier Rear Speakers Amplifier Front Speakers *1 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord such that it does not interfere
CDE-170 (Blue) To power antenna (Blue/White) To amplifier (Orange) Not Used (Red) (Yellow) Ignition Key (Black) Battery Speakers (Gray) Front Right (Gray/Black) (White) Front Left (White/Black) (Violet) Rear Right (Violet/Black) (Green) Rear Left (Green/Black) 38-EN Amplifier Subwoofers Amplifier Front Speakers
SiriusXM Tuner connector (CDE-172BT only) Connect to SiriusXM Tuner. Remote Turn-On Lead (Blue/White) Connect this lead to the remote turn-on lead of your amplifier or signal processor. • For more information on how to install the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle tuner, consult the installation guide included with the tuner. Illumination Lead (Orange) (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) This lead may be connected to the vehicle’s instrument cluster illumination lead.
To prevent external noise from entering the audio system. • Locate the unit and route the leads at least 10 cm away from the car harness. • Keep the battery power leads as far away from other leads as possible. • Connect the ground lead securely to a bare metal spot (remove any paint, dirt or grease if necessary) of the car chassis. • If you add an optional noise suppressor, connect it as far away from the unit as possible.
Installing the microphone (CDE-172BT/ UTE-73BT only) To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you need to install the microphone . Installation Removing the protection collar and the bracket Before installing the unit, remove the protection collar and the bracket from the unit. 1 Pinch both edges of the protection collar , then pull it out. 2 Insert both release keys until they click, and pull down the bracket , then pull up the unit to separate.
182 mm (7 1/4 in) NISSAN 53 mm (2 1/8 in) to dashboard/center console Bracket Catch Bracket 2 Mount the unit onto the bracket attach the protection collar . , then Existing parts supplied with your car Note To prevent malfunction, install only with the supplied screws . Detaching and attaching the front panel Notes • If the catches are straight or bent outwards, the unit will not be installed securely and may spring out.
About the Rules of Bluetooth Electromagnetic Radiation Regulation USA/Canada FCC CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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