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... Displaying Time 14 Using the AUX Input Terminal (CDE-9874 only 15 SETUP Bluetooth Setting (CDE-9874 only) Setting the Bluetooth Connection (BT IN) ......16 Sound Customizing Subwoofer On and Off 16 Setting the Subwoofer System 16 Visual Customizing Dimmer Control 16 Scroll Type Setting 16 Scroll Setting (TEXT SCR 16 Demonstration 16 MP3/WMA/AAC Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data (PLAY MODE 16 External Device Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT MUTE) (CDE-9874 only 16 Connecting to an External Amplifier (POWER...
... Displaying Time 14 Using the AUX Input Terminal (CDE-9874 only 15 SETUP Bluetooth Setting (CDE-9874 only) Setting the Bluetooth Connection (BT IN) ......16 Sound Customizing Subwoofer On and Off 16 Setting the Subwoofer System 16 Visual Customizing Dimmer Control 16 Scroll Type Setting 16 Scroll Setting (TEXT SCR 16 Demonstration 16 MP3/WMA/AAC Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data (PLAY MODE 16 External Device Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT MUTE) (CDE-9874 only 16 Connecting to an External Amplifier (POWER...
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... jamming, "ERROR" is heavily soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a location subjected to use round shape discs only for this could cause the CD player to the mechanism. Never Attempt the Following Do not grip or pull out the disc while it is facing up when you insert the disc. Use of standard specifications and may create operational problems. We recommend not using these...
... jamming, "ERROR" is heavily soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a location subjected to use round shape discs only for this could cause the CD player to the mechanism. Never Attempt the Following Do not grip or pull out the disc while it is facing up when you insert the disc. Use of standard specifications and may create operational problems. We recommend not using these...
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... right side of the front panel until it locks firmly into the main unit. Press and hold SOURCE/ for the first time, after changing the car battery, etc. 1 Turn off the unit power. 2 Remove the detachable front panel. 3 Press RESET with the projections on by mistake. Adjusting Volume Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) until the front panel pops out. 3 Grasp the left...
... right side of the front panel until it locks firmly into the main unit. Press and hold SOURCE/ for the first time, after changing the car battery, etc. 1 Turn off the unit power. 2 Remove the detachable front panel. 3 Press RESET with the projections on by mistake. Adjusting Volume Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) until the front panel pops out. 3 Grasp the left...
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... F1 (FM1) 3 Press TUNE/A.ME to select TUNER mode. 2 Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. Local mode: Only strong stations will return to the previous mode. • If no operation is manually tuned in (Automatic Seek Tuning). Lowering Volume Quickly Activating the Audio Mute function will decrease by 20 dB. CDE-9872 SOURCE/ TUNE/A.ME BAND Preset buttons (1 through 6) Preset buttons (1 through 6) Listening to Radio 1 Press SOURCE/ to select the tuning mode. If the display shows over "30...
... F1 (FM1) 3 Press TUNE/A.ME to select TUNER mode. 2 Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. Local mode: Only strong stations will return to the previous mode. • If no operation is manually tuned in (Automatic Seek Tuning). Lowering Volume Quickly Activating the Audio Mute function will decrease by 20 dB. CDE-9872 SOURCE/ TUNE/A.ME BAND Preset buttons (1 through 6) Preset buttons (1 through 6) Listening to Radio 1 Press SOURCE/ to select the tuning mode. If the display shows over "30...
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...). *2 Displayed only when the iPod is connected and AUX+ SETUP is stored. Tuning to Preset Stations 1 Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. 2 Press and hold , for at least 2 seconds, any one of 18 stations can be played on the display continues to change every time the button is pressed. The display shows the band, preset number and frequency of the station preset buttons (1 through 6) into the unit automatically, and the "DISC...
...). *2 Displayed only when the iPod is connected and AUX+ SETUP is stored. Tuning to Preset Stations 1 Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed. 2 Press and hold , for at least 2 seconds, any one of 18 stations can be played on the display continues to change every time the button is pressed. The display shows the band, preset number and frequency of the station preset buttons (1 through 6) into the unit automatically, and the "DISC...
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... its eject cycle. M.I .X. F101 T103 Folder number File number display display • Press VIEW to BT ADAPTER, CDE-9874 only. Advancing to play or pause mode. *3 Displayed only when the AUX+ SETUP is set to ON, refer to "Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode" (page 17). *4 Displayed only when BT IN is set the search mode. 2 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to select the desired folder. For discs without CD Text...
... its eject cycle. M.I .X. F101 T103 Folder number File number display display • Press VIEW to BT ADAPTER, CDE-9874 only. Advancing to play or pause mode. *3 Displayed only when the AUX+ SETUP is set to ON, refer to "Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode" (page 17). *4 Displayed only when BT IN is set the search mode. 2 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to select the desired folder. For discs without CD Text...
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...; Press /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) in the search mode to the human ear or masked by turning the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or pressing and (CDE-9872 only). 5 Press / /ENT to play back the first file in the selected folder. • Press and hold /ESC for files in the CD/MP3/WMA/AAC mode to activate Quick Search mode. 2 Turn the...
...; Press /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) in the search mode to the human ear or masked by turning the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or pressing and (CDE-9872 only). 5 Press / /ENT to play back the first file in the selected folder. • Press and hold /ESC for files in the CD/MP3/WMA/AAC mode to activate Quick Search mode. 2 Turn the...
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... mode. /ESC SOUND/SETUP CDE-9872 /ESC SOURCE/ BAND /AUDIO/ SOUND Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Loudness/Defeat 1 Press Rotary encoder (AUDIO) (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) repeatedly to select the BASS mode. or DEFEAT mode, the unit automatically returns to normal mode automatically. • The bass level settings will boost a wide range of BASS and TREBLE will boost only frequencies near the center frequency. A wider setting will be adjusted. *2 CDE-9872 only. The bass frequency...
... mode. /ESC SOUND/SETUP CDE-9872 /ESC SOURCE/ BAND /AUDIO/ SOUND Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Loudness/Defeat 1 Press Rotary encoder (AUDIO) (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) repeatedly to select the BASS mode. or DEFEAT mode, the unit automatically returns to normal mode automatically. • The bass level settings will boost a wide range of BASS and TREBLE will boost only frequencies near the center frequency. A wider setting will be adjusted. *2 CDE-9872 only. The bass frequency...
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... to activate the Sound Setting mode (CDE-9872 only). 1-2 Press SOUND/SETUP (CDE-9874 only) or SOUND (CDE-9872 only) repeatedly to select the TREBLE mode. Refer to select the HPF mode. Setting the Treble Control You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your personal taste. 1-1 Press and hold SOUND for at least 2 seconds to activate the Sound Setting mode (CDE-9872 only). 1-2 Press SOUND/SETUP (CDE-9874 only) or SOUND (CDE-9872 only) repeatedly to "Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear...
... to activate the Sound Setting mode (CDE-9872 only). 1-2 Press SOUND/SETUP (CDE-9874 only) or SOUND (CDE-9872 only) repeatedly to select the TREBLE mode. Refer to select the HPF mode. Setting the Treble Control You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your personal taste. 1-1 Press and hold SOUND for at least 2 seconds to activate the Sound Setting mode (CDE-9872 only). 1-2 Press SOUND/SETUP (CDE-9874 only) or SOUND (CDE-9872 only) repeatedly to "Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear...
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... AUX mode (CDE-9874 only): AUX NAME AUX NAME/CLOCK AUX NAME The display in BT AUDIO mode (CDE-9874 only): The Following display will be scrolled one time (except Radio mode). CDE-9872 SOURCE/ VIEW VIEW Displaying the Text Text information, such as "text." • Some characters may not be displayed correctly with this device, depending on the character type. • "NO SUPPORT" is displayed when the desired text information cannot be displayed on this unit...
... AUX mode (CDE-9874 only): AUX NAME AUX NAME/CLOCK AUX NAME The display in BT AUDIO mode (CDE-9874 only): The Following display will be scrolled one time (except Radio mode). CDE-9872 SOURCE/ VIEW VIEW Displaying the Text Text information, such as "text." • Some characters may not be displayed correctly with this device, depending on the character type. • "NO SUPPORT" is displayed when the desired text information cannot be displayed on this unit...
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... unit /MUTE CDE-9872 / /ENT SOUND/SETUP or Optional adapter cable (RCA pin plugs [red, white] 3.5ø miniplugs) or (3.5ø miniplugs). /AUDIO MUTE/SETUP Use steps 1 to 4 to select one of the SETUP modes to the input on the front panel. An optional adapter cable is set to suit your own preferences and usage. Press SOURCE/ , and select the AUX mode to listen to 3.5ø mini phono plug). SETUP You can be modified. CDE-9874 Rotary encoder (AUDIO) / /ENT TUNER DISC TUNER AUX*1 iPod*2/AUX+*3 BT AUDIO*4 *1 CDE...
... unit /MUTE CDE-9872 / /ENT SOUND/SETUP or Optional adapter cable (RCA pin plugs [red, white] 3.5ø miniplugs) or (3.5ø miniplugs). /AUDIO MUTE/SETUP Use steps 1 to 4 to select one of the SETUP modes to the input on the front panel. An optional adapter cable is set to suit your own preferences and usage. Press SOURCE/ , and select the AUX mode to listen to 3.5ø mini phono plug). SETUP You can be modified. CDE-9874 Rotary encoder (AUDIO) / /ENT TUNER DISC TUNER AUX*1 iPod*2/AUX+*3 BT AUDIO*4 *1 CDE...
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... external amplifier is connected, sound quality can be used only when the optional Bluetooth Box (KCE-300BT) is used . Visual Customizing Dimmer Control DIM AUTO (Initial setting) / DIM MANUAL Set the DIMMER control to AUTO to drive an external amplifier. Select the type you can scroll the disc and track names recorded on , perform the steps below to adjust the subwoofer output level. 1 In the normal mode, press Rotary encoder (AUDIO) (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only...
... external amplifier is connected, sound quality can be used only when the optional Bluetooth Box (KCE-300BT) is used . Visual Customizing Dimmer Control DIM AUTO (Initial setting) / DIM MANUAL Set the DIMMER control to AUTO to drive an external amplifier. Select the type you can scroll the disc and track names recorded on , perform the steps below to adjust the subwoofer output level. 1 In the normal mode, press Rotary encoder (AUDIO) (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only...
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... Bluetooth Box while turning ACC to the iPod Direct connector of this unit is connected by using the proprietary ALPINE FULL SPEED™ Connection Cable (KCE-422i) (sold separately). Setting the AUX NAME mode (CDE-9874 only) AUXILIARY*1(Initial setting) / TV / DVD / PORTABLE*2 / GAME You can change the AUX NAME display in amplifier. When this unit. An iPod Direct/RCA Interface cable (optional) is connected. Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode AUX+ ON / AUX+ OFF (Initial setting) An external device (such as a portable music player) can be used with iPod...
... Bluetooth Box while turning ACC to the iPod Direct connector of this unit is connected by using the proprietary ALPINE FULL SPEED™ Connection Cable (KCE-422i) (sold separately). Setting the AUX NAME mode (CDE-9874 only) AUXILIARY*1(Initial setting) / TV / DVD / PORTABLE*2 / GAME You can change the AUX NAME display in amplifier. When this unit. An iPod Direct/RCA Interface cable (optional) is connected. Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode AUX+ ON / AUX+ OFF (Initial setting) An external device (such as a portable music player) can be used with iPod...
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... the search mode, pressing /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) will resume playback. • A song playing on the iPod, podcast search is pressed in the search mode, a search can search for the same operation, although the hierarchy differs. 1 Press /ESC to activate the search selection mode. 2 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to cancel. play from where it...
... the search mode, pressing /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) will resume playback. • A song playing on the iPod, podcast search is pressed in the search mode, a search can search for the same operation, although the hierarchy differs. 1 Press /ESC to activate the search selection mode. 2 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to cancel. play from where it...
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... proper length. - If connected following instructions, the unit will help you are in the CD Module. - Check the fuse of operating temperature range +50°C (+120°F) for the condensation to tune stations in the seek mode. • You are in the CD Player Operation section. Press the RESET switch with a new one. Radio Unable to cool. replace the antenna or cable if necessary. Make sure the tuner is in the...
... proper length. - If connected following instructions, the unit will help you are in the CD Module. - Check the fuse of operating temperature range +50°C (+120°F) for the condensation to tune stations in the seek mode. • You are in the CD Player Operation section. Press the RESET switch with a new one. Radio Unable to cool. replace the antenna or cable if necessary. Make sure the tuner is in the...
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... "Connections"). Download songs to the iPod and connect to this unit. • Protective circuit is displayed: If the disc cannot be ejected by pressing , press the RESET switch (refer to be ejected, consult your Alpine dealer. • Caused by the iPod Software Version not being compatible with this unit, using the iPod cable. • No CD is supported by reconnecting between the iPod and this unit. • Mechanism error. 1) Press the button and eject the CD. The...
... "Connections"). Download songs to the iPod and connect to this unit. • Protective circuit is displayed: If the disc cannot be ejected by pressing , press the RESET switch (refer to be ejected, consult your Alpine dealer. • Caused by the iPod Software Version not being compatible with this unit, using the iPod cable. • No CD is supported by reconnecting between the iPod and this unit. • Mechanism error. 1) Press the button and eject the CD. The...
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... in fire or electric shock. Never connect left and right channel speaker cables to each other equipment. USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND. (Check with your unit in locations with the manual to the fuse box, make the proper connections may result in fire. Arrange wiring and cables in fire, etc. can be aware of the factory installed components (e.g. DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE...
... in fire or electric shock. Never connect left and right channel speaker cables to each other equipment. USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND. (Check with your unit in locations with the manual to the fuse box, make the proper connections may result in fire. Arrange wiring and cables in fire, etc. can be aware of the factory installed components (e.g. DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE...
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... Front speakers. When Subwoofer is ON: Output is for Subwoofer. *2 When Subwoofer is OFF: Output is for Rear speakers. Connections Blue POWER ANT Blue/White REMOTE TURN-ON CDE-9874 only Pink/Black AUDIO INTERRUPT IN Orange ILLUMINATION Red Yellow IGNITION BATTERY Black GND CDE-9874 only Gray SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Gray/Black Violet/Black SPEAKER RIGHT REAR Violet Green SPEAKER LEFT REAR Green/Black White/Black SPEAKER LEFT FRONT White To iPod Antenna To power antenna To amplifier...
... Front speakers. When Subwoofer is ON: Output is for Subwoofer. *2 When Subwoofer is OFF: Output is for Rear speakers. Connections Blue POWER ANT Blue/White REMOTE TURN-ON CDE-9874 only Pink/Black AUDIO INTERRUPT IN Orange ILLUMINATION Red Yellow IGNITION BATTERY Black GND CDE-9874 only Gray SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Gray/Black Violet/Black SPEAKER RIGHT REAR Violet Green SPEAKER LEFT REAR Green/Black White/Black SPEAKER LEFT FRONT White To iPod Antenna To power antenna To amplifier...
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Battery Lead (Yellow) Connect this lead to the positive (+) post of this unit to dim whenever the vehicle's lights are turned on. Rear/Subwoofer Output RCA Connectors (CDE-9874 only) Front/Subwoofer Output RCA Connectors (CDE-9872 only) RED is right and WHITE is securely fastened using iPod Direct/RCA Interface cable (sold separately). * Refer to "Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode" (page 17). To use this lead to turn -on an amplifier or a signal processor, etc. AUX+ ON...
Battery Lead (Yellow) Connect this lead to the positive (+) post of this unit to dim whenever the vehicle's lights are turned on. Rear/Subwoofer Output RCA Connectors (CDE-9874 only) Front/Subwoofer Output RCA Connectors (CDE-9872 only) RED is right and WHITE is securely fastened using iPod Direct/RCA Interface cable (sold separately). * Refer to "Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode" (page 17). To use this lead to turn -on an amplifier or a signal processor, etc. AUX+ ON...
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... TO THE ALPINE SERVICE CENTER, LOSS OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER'S TIME, LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, BUS FARES, CAR RENTALS OR OTHERS COSTS RELATING TO THE CARE AND CUSTODY OF THE PRODUCT. Call the toll free telephone number or visit the website to the removal or reinstallation of the product to follow instructions contained in the United States, Puerto...
... TO THE ALPINE SERVICE CENTER, LOSS OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER'S TIME, LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, BUS FARES, CAR RENTALS OR OTHERS COSTS RELATING TO THE CARE AND CUSTODY OF THE PRODUCT. Call the toll free telephone number or visit the website to the removal or reinstallation of the product to follow instructions contained in the United States, Puerto...