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... C. LTD. 161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam Victoria 3803, Australia Phone 03-8787-1200 ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH Frankfurter Ring 117, 80807 München, Germany Phone 089-32 42 640 ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. R MP3/WMA/AAC CD Receiver EN CDE-9874 FR MP3 CD Receiver CDE-9872 ES • OWNER'S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. • MODE...
... C. LTD. 161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam Victoria 3803, Australia Phone 03-8787-1200 ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH Frankfurter Ring 117, 80807 München, Germany Phone 089-32 42 640 ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. R MP3/WMA/AAC CD Receiver EN CDE-9874 FR MP3 CD Receiver CDE-9872 ES • OWNER'S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. • MODE...
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... Quickly 7 Setting Time 7 Radio Listening to Radio 7 Presetting Stations Manually 8 Presetting Stations Automatically 8 Tuning to Preset Stations 8 CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Playback 8 Repeat Play 9 M.I.X. (Random Play 9 Searching for CD Text 9 File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3/WMA/AAC 10 Quick Search (CDE-9874 only 10 About MP3...High Pass Filter 13 Other Functions Displaying the Text 14 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 ...
... Quickly 7 Setting Time 7 Radio Listening to Radio 7 Presetting Stations Manually 8 Presetting Stations Automatically 8 Tuning to Preset Stations 8 CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Playback 8 Repeat Play 9 M.I.X. (Random Play 9 Searching for CD Text 9 File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3/WMA/AAC 10 Quick Search (CDE-9874 only 10 About MP3...High Pass Filter 13 Other Functions Displaying the Text 14 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 ...
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... unit. To customers using CD-R/CD-RW • If a CD-R/CD-RW cannot be guaranteed. An independent license for private, non-commercial use commercially available disc accessories. CDE-9874 CDE-9872 CD CD-TEXT MP3 WMA AAC Use only compact discs with this unit: Flawed CDs, CDs with MP3/WMA/AAC files...Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson." • "Supply of this product in the U.S. You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA/AAC formatted audio files. • Some of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in any right to use this product...
... unit. To customers using CD-R/CD-RW • If a CD-R/CD-RW cannot be guaranteed. An independent license for private, non-commercial use commercially available disc accessories. CDE-9874 CDE-9872 CD CD-TEXT MP3 WMA AAC Use only compact discs with this unit: Flawed CDs, CDs with MP3/WMA/AAC files...Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson." • "Supply of this product in the U.S. You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA/AAC formatted audio files. • Some of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in any right to use this product...
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...the front panel, do not apply excessive force as it may become hot in malfunction. Adjusting Volume Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) until the desired sound is no dirt or dust on the back of the front panel and pull it locks ... Front Panel Detaching 1 Turn off the unit. • The first time power is turned on by mistake. Getting Started CDE-9874 Rotary encoder / /ENT SOURCE/ / MUTE (Release) SOUND/SETUP CDE-9872 / /ENT SOURCE/ • The front panel may result in normal usage (especially the connector terminals on the connector terminals...
...the front panel, do not apply excessive force as it may become hot in malfunction. Adjusting Volume Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) until the desired sound is no dirt or dust on the back of the front panel and pull it locks ... Front Panel Detaching 1 Turn off the unit. • The first time power is turned on by mistake. Getting Started CDE-9874 Rotary encoder / /ENT SOURCE/ / MUTE (Release) SOUND/SETUP CDE-9872 / /ENT SOURCE/ • The front panel may result in normal usage (especially the connector terminals on the connector terminals...
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The audio level will reset to "00". 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 TUNER mode. 2 Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is Distance mode. DX SEEK (Distance mode) SEEK (Local mode) ...seconds to return to normal mode. • To synchronize the clock to another clock/watch or radio time announcement, press and hold SOUND/SETUP (CDE-9874 only) or MUTE/SETUP (CDE-9872 only) for 60 seconds, the unit will change the frequency continuously. 7-EN The time indication ...
The audio level will reset to "00". 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 TUNER mode. 2 Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is Distance mode. DX SEEK (Distance mode) SEEK (Local mode) ...seconds to return to normal mode. • To synchronize the clock to another clock/watch or radio time announcement, press and hold SOUND/SETUP (CDE-9874 only) or MUTE/SETUP (CDE-9872 only) for 60 seconds, the unit will change the frequency continuously. 7-EN The time indication ...
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... , for at least 2 seconds. The display shows the band, preset number and frequency of the preset buttons (1 through 6) that has your desired radio station in the selected band. The disc will change while the automatic memory is in progress. FM1, FM2 and AM). • If you were ...and AUX+ SETUP is stored. The tuner will return to the original station you store a station in a preset memory which models. CD CD-TEXT MP3 WMA AAC CDE-9874 CDE-9872 1 Insert a disc with the new station. The selected station is set to OFF, refer to "Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode" ...
... , for at least 2 seconds. The display shows the band, preset number and frequency of the preset buttons (1 through 6) that has your desired radio station in the selected band. The disc will change while the automatic memory is in progress. FM1, FM2 and AM). • If you were ...and AUX+ SETUP is stored. The tuner will return to the original station you store a station in a preset memory which models. CD CD-TEXT MP3 WMA AAC CDE-9874 CDE-9872 1 Insert a disc with the new station. The selected station is set to OFF, refer to "Setting the AUX+ SETUP Mode" ...
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... 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 play discs containing audio data, MP3 data, WMA data and AAC data. • Direct playback of WMA files that are...only. A malfunction may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back. CDE-9874 (compatible with MP3/WMA/AAC)/ CDE-9872 (compatible with each song. 1 Press /ESC during play . CD mode : : Only a track is inserted. M.I .X. This will play or pause mode. MP3/WMA/AAC Play...
... 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 play discs containing audio data, MP3 data, WMA data and AAC data. • Direct playback of WMA files that are...only. A malfunction may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back. CDE-9874 (compatible with MP3/WMA/AAC)/ CDE-9872 (compatible with each song. 1 Press /ESC during play . CD mode : : Only a track is inserted. M.I .X. This will play or pause mode. MP3/WMA/AAC Play...
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...free or for 10 seconds. 10-EN There are supported). Quick Search (CDE-9874 only) You can achieve CD quality sound with no operation is performed for 10 seconds. • Press /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) in the search mode to return to the user's manual for ...cannot be made during M.I .X. What is achieved while still maintaining near CD quality. For details on this device have the file extensions "mp3" / "wma" / "m4a." Folder Name Search mode 3 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to select the desired folder. 4 Press and hold / ...
...free or for 10 seconds. 10-EN There are supported). Quick Search (CDE-9874 only) You can achieve CD quality sound with no operation is performed for 10 seconds. • Press /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) in the search mode to return to the user's manual for ...cannot be made during M.I .X. What is achieved while still maintaining near CD quality. For details on this device have the file extensions "mp3" / "wma" / "m4a." Folder Name Search mode 3 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to select the desired folder. 4 Press and hold / ...
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... individually memorized for all other sources (FM, AM, CD, etc.). • The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to the factory defaults. Setting the Bass Level 2-3*1Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to normal mode. • Loudness introduces a...TREBLE HPF BASS Setting the Bass Center Frequency 2-1 Press BAND to select the desired bass bandwidth. A narrower setting will be adjusted. *2 CDE-9872 only. You can change the Bass Frequency emphasis to normal mode. • If no operation is performed for at low listening levels....
... individually memorized for all other sources (FM, AM, CD, etc.). • The function is inoperable when DEFEAT is set to the factory defaults. Setting the Bass Level 2-3*1Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to normal mode. • Loudness introduces a...TREBLE HPF BASS Setting the Bass Center Frequency 2-1 Press BAND to select the desired bass bandwidth. A narrower setting will be adjusted. *2 CDE-9872 only. You can change the Bass Frequency emphasis to normal mode. • If no operation is performed for at low listening levels....
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... mode automatically. • The treble level settings will be made by pressing Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only). You can also be individually memorized for each source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is performed for 15 seconds, the unit will return to "... 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 ON. *2 The adjustment can emphasize the treble level. 3 Press and hold /ESC for at least...
... mode automatically. • The treble level settings will be made by pressing Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only). You can also be individually memorized for each source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is performed for 15 seconds, the unit will return to "... 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 ON. *2 The adjustment can emphasize the treble level. 3 Press and hold /ESC for at least...
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... indication display When displaying Text, the following indicators are lit according to the display. CDE-9872 SOURCE/ VIEW VIEW Displaying the Text Text information, such as the disc name and ...BT AUDIO mode (CDE-9874 only): The Following display will change every time the button is pressed. • When the TEXT SCR is correctly connected with a Bluetooth Interface Module (Alpine KCE-300BT) (...the current text will interrupt the time display momentarily. The display in Radio mode: FREQUENCY CLOCK FREQUENCY The display in CD mode: TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME TRACK NO./CLOCK TEXT (DISC NAME)*1...
... indication display When displaying Text, the following indicators are lit according to the display. CDE-9872 SOURCE/ VIEW VIEW Displaying the Text Text information, such as the disc name and ...BT AUDIO mode (CDE-9874 only): The Following display will change every time the button is pressed. • When the TEXT SCR is correctly connected with a Bluetooth Interface Module (Alpine KCE-300BT) (...the current text will interrupt the time display momentarily. The display in Radio mode: FREQUENCY CLOCK FREQUENCY The display in CD mode: TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME TRACK NO./CLOCK TEXT (DISC NAME)*1...
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...is performed for at least 2 seconds to activate the SETUP mode. 2 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to change the setting. (e.g. Refer to modify. Main unit /MUTE CDE-9872 / /ENT SOUND/SETUP or Optional adapter cable (RCA pin plugs [red, white] 3.5ø ...to normal mode. • Press /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) to return to the previous mode. • If no operation is OFF, CDE-9874 only. *5 CDE-9874 only. 3 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to select the desired SETUP menu, and...
...is performed for at least 2 seconds to activate the SETUP mode. 2 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to change the setting. (e.g. Refer to modify. Main unit /MUTE CDE-9872 / /ENT SOUND/SETUP or Optional adapter cable (RCA pin plugs [red, white] 3.5ø ...to normal mode. • Press /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) to return to the previous mode. • If no operation is OFF, CDE-9874 only. *5 CDE-9874 only. 3 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to select the desired SETUP menu, and...
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...is useful if you can place a hands-free call by turning the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or pressing and (CDE-9872 only). *1 CDE-9872 only. Select the type you can select playback of the built-in Enhanced CD (CD Extra) format). Words are built up from two scrolling methods. MP3/WMA/AAC ...Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data (PLAY MODE) CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3 This unit can be ...
...is useful if you can place a hands-free call by turning the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or pressing and (CDE-9872 only). *1 CDE-9872 only. Select the type you can select playback of the built-in Enhanced CD (CD Extra) format). Words are built up from two scrolling methods. MP3/WMA/AAC ...Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data (PLAY MODE) CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3 This unit can be ...
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... SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Speakers Front right SPEAKER RIGHT REAR SPEAKER LEFT REAR Rear right Rear left iPod® (Optional) CDE-9874 /ESC Rotary encoder // ENT SOURCE/ 1 2 45 6 /MUTE CDE-9872 /ESC // ENT SOURCE/ 1 Preset buttons VIEW (1 through 6) An iPod® can be sure to disconnect the...connected to OFF. CDE-9872: Amplifier Front left • No sound is produced by the built-in the SETUP mode. *1 After the setting is completed, AUX is displayed on the unit. *2 After the setting is completed, PMD is connected by using the proprietary ALPINE FULL SPEED™...
... SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Speakers Front right SPEAKER RIGHT REAR SPEAKER LEFT REAR Rear right Rear left iPod® (Optional) CDE-9874 /ESC Rotary encoder // ENT SOURCE/ 1 2 45 6 /MUTE CDE-9872 /ESC // ENT SOURCE/ 1 Preset buttons VIEW (1 through 6) An iPod® can be sure to disconnect the...connected to OFF. CDE-9872: Amplifier Front left • No sound is produced by the built-in the SETUP mode. *1 After the setting is completed, AUX is displayed on the unit. *2 After the setting is completed, PMD is connected by using the proprietary ALPINE FULL SPEED™...
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...ENT 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 the specified location. Pressing / /ENT again will resume playback. • A song playing on page 19. • This ..., etc. 1 Press and hold /ESC for 2 seconds, or no operation is canceled. • In the search mode, pressing /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) will ease song searches. Searching for all songs in the search mode, a search can be changed by pressing 1 or 2. •...
...ENT 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 the specified location. Pressing / /ENT again will resume playback. • A song playing on page 19. • This ..., etc. 1 Press and hold /ESC for 2 seconds, or no operation is canceled. • In the search mode, pressing /MUTE (CDE-9874 only) or /AUDIO (CDE-9872 only) will ease song searches. Searching for all songs in the search mode, a search can be changed by pressing 1 or 2. •...
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...in proper order. M.I .X.) playback. Any one of your library: press button 6 to jump to the 83rd song and turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to find the desired song. M.I.X. (off ) (Shuffle ALL) M.I.X. 2 To cancel M.I .X. Example 1: Suppose the song you can ... quickly skip over a designated percent of your library: press button 4 to jump to the 50th song and turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to find the desired song. Direct Search Function The unit's direct search function can be used to select a song, this...
...in proper order. M.I .X.) playback. Any one of your library: press button 6 to jump to the 83rd song and turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to find the desired song. M.I.X. (off ) (Shuffle ALL) M.I.X. 2 To cancel M.I .X. Example 1: Suppose the song you can ... quickly skip over a designated percent of your library: press button 4 to jump to the 50th song and turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9874 only) or press and (CDE-9872 only) to find the desired song. Direct Search Function The unit's direct search function can be used to select a song, this...
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...75 ohms) 80 dB 65 dB 35 dB 2.0 dB AM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range Sensitivity (IEC Standard) 530-1,710 kHz 22.5 µV/27 dB CD PLAYER SECTION Frequency Response Wow & Flutter (% WRMS) Total Harmonic Distortion Dynamic Range Signal-to-Noise Ratio Channel Separation 5-20,000 Hz (±1 dB) ... 10 kHz Weight 1.5 kg (3 lbs. 4 oz) CHASSIS SIZE Width Height Depth 178 mm (7") 50 mm (2") 161 mm (6-3/8") NOSEPIECE SIZE Width CDE-9874 CDE-9872 Height CDE-9874 CDE-9872 Depth CDE-9874 CDE-9872 170 mm (6-3/4") 170 mm (6-3/4") 46 mm (1-13/16") 46 mm (1-13/16") 25 mm (1") 18 mm (11/16") • Due ...
...75 ohms) 80 dB 65 dB 35 dB 2.0 dB AM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range Sensitivity (IEC Standard) 530-1,710 kHz 22.5 µV/27 dB CD PLAYER SECTION Frequency Response Wow & Flutter (% WRMS) Total Harmonic Distortion Dynamic Range Signal-to-Noise Ratio Channel Separation 5-20,000 Hz (±1 dB) ... 10 kHz Weight 1.5 kg (3 lbs. 4 oz) CHASSIS SIZE Width Height Depth 178 mm (7") 50 mm (2") 161 mm (6-3/8") NOSEPIECE SIZE Width CDE-9874 CDE-9872 Height CDE-9874 CDE-9872 Depth CDE-9874 CDE-9872 170 mm (6-3/4") 170 mm (6-3/4") 46 mm (1-13/16") 46 mm (1-13/16") 25 mm (1") 18 mm (11/16") • Due ...
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...the dealer where you are not sure.) Failure to provide power for installation, take such precautions may result in case of your CDE-9874/CDE-9872. When in doubt, consult your dealer if you purchased this unit requires special technical skill and experience. Warning MAKE THE CORRECT... in serious injury. Arrange wiring and cables in fire or product damage. Incorrect connections may result in compliance with your Alpine dealer. • The CDE-9874/CDE-9872 uses female RCA-type jacks for the intended circuit of other units (e.g. USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT ...
...the dealer where you are not sure.) Failure to provide power for installation, take such precautions may result in case of your CDE-9874/CDE-9872. When in doubt, consult your dealer if you purchased this unit requires special technical skill and experience. Warning MAKE THE CORRECT... in serious injury. Arrange wiring and cables in fire or product damage. Incorrect connections may result in compliance with your Alpine dealer. • The CDE-9874/CDE-9872 uses female RCA-type jacks for the intended circuit of other units (e.g. USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT ...
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... unit * If the installed mounting sleeve is properly locked and will not accidentally come out from the dashboard. Connect all other leads of the CDE-9874/CDE-9872 according to remedy the problem. The unit can now be bent slightly to details described in the CONNECTlONS section. 3 Slide the...unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do not remove the detachable front panel. Connect each input lead coming from the left rear of the CDE-9874/CDE-9872. Installation Detachable Front Panel Caution When you install this unit in place. • The main unit must be mounted within 35 degrees of ...
... unit * If the installed mounting sleeve is properly locked and will not accidentally come out from the dashboard. Connect all other leads of the CDE-9874/CDE-9872 according to remedy the problem. The unit can now be bent slightly to details described in the CONNECTlONS section. 3 Slide the...unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do not remove the detachable front panel. Connect each input lead coming from the left rear of the CDE-9874/CDE-9872. Installation Detachable Front Panel Caution When you install this unit in place. • The main unit must be mounted within 35 degrees of ...
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...is ON: 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 ... cluster illumination lead Ignition Key Battery Speakers Front Right Rear Right Rear Left Front Left Amplifier Amplifier Speakers Front Left Front Right CDE-9874: Rear or Subwoofers*1 CDE-9872: Front or Subwoofers*2 CDE-9874 only *1 When Subwoofer is OFF: Output is for Front speakers.
...is ON: 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 ... cluster illumination lead Ignition Key Battery Speakers Front Right Rear Right Rear Left Front Left Amplifier Amplifier Speakers Front Left Front Right CDE-9874: Rear or Subwoofers*1 CDE-9872: Front or Subwoofers*2 CDE-9874 only *1 When Subwoofer is OFF: Output is for Front speakers.