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... (BENELUX) GmbH Leuvensesteenweg 510-B6, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium Phone 02-725-13 15 Designed by ALPINE Japan Printed in China (Y) 68-04123Z36-A R MP3 CD Receiver EN CDE-9846 FR FM/AM CD Receiver CDE-9842 ES • OWNER'S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. • MODE D'EMPLOI Veuillez lire avant d'utiliser cet appareil...
... (BENELUX) GmbH Leuvensesteenweg 510-B6, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium Phone 02-725-13 15 Designed by ALPINE Japan Printed in China (Y) 68-04123Z36-A R MP3 CD Receiver EN CDE-9846 FR FM/AM CD Receiver CDE-9842 ES • OWNER'S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. • MODE D'EMPLOI Veuillez lire avant d'utiliser cet appareil...
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... 8 Repeat Play 9 M.I.X. (Random Play 9 Scanning Programs 9 Searching CD Text (CDE-9846 only 9 File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3) (CDE-9846 only 10 Quick Search (CDE-9846 only 10 About MP3 (CDE-9846 only 10 Sound Setting Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between ...Sound Customizing Subwoofer On and Off 16 Visual Customizing (CDE-9846 only) Dimmer Control (CDE-9846 only 16 Scroll Type Setting (CDE-9846 only 16 Scroll Setting (CDE-9846 only 16 MP3 (CDE-9846 only) Playing MP3 Data (CDE-9846 only 17 External Device Connecting to an External Amplifier...
... 8 Repeat Play 9 M.I.X. (Random Play 9 Scanning Programs 9 Searching CD Text (CDE-9846 only 9 File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3) (CDE-9846 only 10 Quick Search (CDE-9846 only 10 About MP3 (CDE-9846 only 10 Sound Setting Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between ...Sound Customizing Subwoofer On and Off 16 Visual Customizing (CDE-9846 only) Dimmer Control (CDE-9846 only 16 Scroll Type Setting (CDE-9846 only 16 Scroll Setting (CDE-9846 only 16 MP3 (CDE-9846 only) Playing MP3 Data (CDE-9846 only 17 External Device Connecting to an External Amplifier...
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... dust • Excessive vibrations Correct Handling Do not drop the disc while handling. "ERROR" will not be installed in Alpine CD players. When a new disc is off. Installation Location Make sure the CDE-9846/CDE-9842 will be out of the disc. If you feel around the inside edge of the hole and outside...
... dust • Excessive vibrations Correct Handling Do not drop the disc while handling. "ERROR" will not be installed in Alpine CD players. When a new disc is off. Installation Location Make sure the CDE-9846/CDE-9842 will be out of the disc. If you feel around the inside edge of the hole and outside...
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...other media), broadcasting/streaming via internet, intranets and/ or other electronic content distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on audio devices. CDE-9846 CDE-9842 CD CD-TEXT MP3 \ \ \ \ Use only compact discs with this unit), CDs recorded under unstable conditions, CDs on which ...CD industry standard. • Use discs with MP3 files written in a format compatible with the label side showing the CD logo marks below. (CDE-9846 only) If you may not play CD-Rs (CD-Recordable)/CD-RWs (CDReWritable) which a recording failed or a re-recording was closed (finalized...
...other media), broadcasting/streaming via internet, intranets and/ or other electronic content distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on audio devices. CDE-9846 CDE-9842 CD CD-TEXT MP3 \ \ \ \ Use only compact discs with this unit), CDs recorded under unstable conditions, CDs on which ...CD industry standard. • Use discs with MP3 files written in a format compatible with the label side showing the CD logo marks below. (CDE-9846 only) If you may not play CD-Rs (CD-Recordable)/CD-RWs (CDReWritable) which a recording failed or a re-recording was closed (finalized...
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...a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object. 1 RESET switch Adjusting Volume Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) until the front panel pops out. 3 Grasp the left side until the desired ... front panel, place it locks firmly into the main unit. Getting Started CDE-9846 Rotary encoder SOURCE/POWER Attaching 1 Insert the right side of the front panel into the main unit. 2 1 MUTE.../SETUP CDE-9842 4 SOURCE/POWER 3 MUTE/SETUP Turning Power On and Off Press SOURCE/POWER to turn...
...a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object. 1 RESET switch Adjusting Volume Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) until the front panel pops out. 3 Grasp the left side until the desired ... front panel, place it locks firmly into the main unit. Getting Started CDE-9846 Rotary encoder SOURCE/POWER Attaching 1 Insert the right side of the front panel into the main unit. 2 1 MUTE.../SETUP CDE-9842 4 SOURCE/POWER 3 MUTE/SETUP Turning Power On and Off Press SOURCE/POWER to turn...
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...station. Manual mode: The frequency is manually tuned in steps (Manual tuning). 4 Press g or f to tune in the preset memory (6 stations for each Country (CDE-9846 only) For customers not living in North America, change the setting. AREA 1: Radio frequencies for North America AREA 2: Other Radio frequencies 4 Pressing and holding MUTE... band is tuned in. F1 (FM1) → F2 (FM2) → AM → F1 (FM1) 3 Press TUNE/A.ME to select the tuning mode. Radio CDE-9846 TUNE/A.ME SOURCE/POWER BAND g f MUTE/SETUP Preset buttons (1 through 6) Changing the Radio Frequencies for each band;
...station. Manual mode: The frequency is manually tuned in steps (Manual tuning). 4 Press g or f to tune in the preset memory (6 stations for each Country (CDE-9846 only) For customers not living in North America, change the setting. AREA 1: Radio frequencies for North America AREA 2: Other Radio frequencies 4 Pressing and holding MUTE... band is tuned in. F1 (FM1) → F2 (FM2) → AM → F1 (FM1) 3 Press TUNE/A.ME to select the tuning mode. Radio CDE-9846 TUNE/A.ME SOURCE/POWER BAND g f MUTE/SETUP Preset buttons (1 through 6) Changing the Radio Frequencies for each band;
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...g. Do not load more than one disc at least 2 seconds. MP3 Play Display The folder number and file number will change folders continuously. 8-EN CDE-9846 CDE-9842 CD CD-TEXT MP3 \ \ \ \ 1 Insert a disc with MP3): • The CD-player can be played on the disc. When.... Fast backward: Press and hold f. 4 To pause playback, press -/J. Please see "Displaying the Title/Text" (page 14) for information about display switching. CDE-9846 (compatible with the label side facing up. Pressing and holding 1 9 or 8 2 will resume playback. 5 To eject the disc, press c. • ...
...g. Do not load more than one disc at least 2 seconds. MP3 Play Display The folder number and file number will change folders continuously. 8-EN CDE-9846 CDE-9842 CD CD-TEXT MP3 \ \ \ \ 1 Insert a disc with MP3): • The CD-player can be played on the disc. When.... Fast backward: Press and hold f. 4 To pause playback, press -/J. Please see "Displaying the Title/Text" (page 14) for information about display switching. CDE-9846 (compatible with the label side facing up. Pressing and holding 1 9 or 8 2 will resume playback. 5 To eject the disc, press c. • ...
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... to cancel. The tracks (files) on the disc. play . CD mode : RPT ↓ (off) : Only a track is repeatedly played back MP3 mode (CDE-9846 only): RPT ↓ RPT ↓ (off) : Only a file is repeatedly played back : Only files in random sequence. ↓ (off ) : The ...tracks are repeatedly played back Scanning Programs Press 6 to activate the Scan mode. MP3 mode (CDE-9846 only): ↓ M.I.X.: Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence. ↓ M.I .X. Press 4 again and select OFF to deactivate repeat...
... to cancel. The tracks (files) on the disc. play . CD mode : RPT ↓ (off) : Only a track is repeatedly played back MP3 mode (CDE-9846 only): RPT ↓ RPT ↓ (off) : Only a file is repeatedly played back : Only files in random sequence. ↓ (off ) : The ...tracks are repeatedly played back Scanning Programs Press 6 to activate the Scan mode. MP3 mode (CDE-9846 only): ↓ M.I.X.: Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence. ↓ M.I .X. Press 4 again and select OFF to deactivate repeat...
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... supported The media that is selected by the Folder Name Search mode contains no extension cannot be played back by international treaty. About MP3 (CDE-9846 only) CAUTION Except for private use, duplicating audio data (including MP3 data) or distributing, transferring, or copying it, whether for free or...artist name, and album name ID3 tag data. For non-supported characters, "NO SUPRT" is 255. File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3) (CDE-9846 only) You can display and search for the folder and file name while listening to the file currently being played back. 1 Press 3 to ...
... supported The media that is selected by the Folder Name Search mode contains no extension cannot be played back by international treaty. About MP3 (CDE-9846 only) CAUTION Except for private use, duplicating audio data (including MP3 data) or distributing, transferring, or copying it, whether for free or...artist name, and album name ID3 tag data. For non-supported characters, "NO SUPRT" is 255. File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3) (CDE-9846 only) You can display and search for the folder and file name while listening to the file currently being played back. 1 Press 3 to ...
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...Bass level and Treble level will boost only frequencies near the center frequency. 2-3 Setting the bass level: Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to wide or narrow. Setting the Bass Control You can emphasize or weaken the bass frequency. • If .... →1 → 2 → 3 → 4 (Narrow Wide) Change the boosted bass band width to select the desired bass level (-7~+10). CDE-9846: BASS LV ↔ normal CDE-9842: BASS LV → TRE LV → normal mode → BASS LV 2-1 Setting the bass center frequency: Press g or f to select the...
...Bass level and Treble level will boost only frequencies near the center frequency. 2-3 Setting the bass level: Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to wide or narrow. Setting the Bass Control You can emphasize or weaken the bass frequency. • If .... →1 → 2 → 3 → 4 (Narrow Wide) Change the boosted bass band width to select the desired bass level (-7~+10). CDE-9846: BASS LV ↔ normal CDE-9842: BASS LV → TRE LV → normal mode → BASS LV 2-1 Setting the bass center frequency: Press g or f to select the...
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... etc.). • This function is inoperable when DEFT is set to bass and treble sound. Press and hold the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press and hold MODE (CDE-9842 only) for each source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is emphasized. 2-2 Setting the treble level: Turn .... • The treble level settings will be individually memorized for at low listening levels. Turning Loudness On/Off Loudness introduces a special low- CDE-9846: TRE LV ↔ normal mode CDE-9842: BASS LV → TRE LV → normal mode → BASS LV 2-1 Setting the treble Center frequency: Press g or f...
... etc.). • This function is inoperable when DEFT is set to bass and treble sound. Press and hold the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press and hold MODE (CDE-9842 only) for each source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is emphasized. 2-2 Setting the treble level: Turn .... • The treble level settings will be individually memorized for at low listening levels. Turning Loudness On/Off Loudness introduces a special low- CDE-9846: TRE LV ↔ normal mode CDE-9842: BASS LV → TRE LV → normal mode → BASS LV 2-1 Setting the treble Center frequency: Press g or f...
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...track name, artist name, and album name). While displaying Text*2 (Disc Name) While displaying Text*2 (Track Name) MP3 Mode - Other Functions CDE-9846 -/J Rotary encoder g f CDE-9842 MODE 4 TITLE/ -/J 3 gf TITLE/ Displaying the Title/Text The following indicators are displayed. All other tag data is pressed. Text ... Title - - - The display in Radio mode: FREQUENCY → CLOCK → TITLE → FREQUENCY The display in CD mode: CDE-9846 TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME → TRACK NO./CLOCK → TEXT (DISC NAME)*1 → TEXT (TRACK NAME)*1 → TITLE → TRACK ...
...track name, artist name, and album name). While displaying Text*2 (Disc Name) While displaying Text*2 (Track Name) MP3 Mode - Other Functions CDE-9846 -/J Rotary encoder g f CDE-9842 MODE 4 TITLE/ -/J 3 gf TITLE/ Displaying the Title/Text The following indicators are displayed. All other tag data is pressed. Text ... Title - - - The display in Radio mode: FREQUENCY → CLOCK → TITLE → FREQUENCY The display in CD mode: CDE-9846 TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME → TRACK NO./CLOCK → TEXT (DISC NAME)*1 → TEXT (TRACK NAME)*1 → TITLE → TRACK ...
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...At this unit. To input a new title, one hour. 15-EN The function selected will blink. 3 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to select the desired letter/numeral/symbol available for at least 2 seconds. Such text information is referred to as "text."...the time indication is blinking. 3 When the hour has been adjusted, press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press MODE (CDE-9842 only). 4 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to adjust the minutes while the time indication is blinking. The input mode will show...
...At this unit. To input a new title, one hour. 15-EN The function selected will blink. 3 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to select the desired letter/numeral/symbol available for at least 2 seconds. Such text information is referred to as "text."...the time indication is blinking. 3 When the hour has been adjusted, press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press MODE (CDE-9842 only). 4 Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to adjust the minutes while the time indication is blinking. The input mode will show...
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...automatically. : The display is scrolled only when a disc is loaded or when a track is too bright at night. Visual Customizing (CDE-9846 only) Dimmer Control (CDE-9846 only) CDE-9846: DIM AUTO (Initial setting) / DIM MANU Set the DIM control to AUTO to change the setting. (e.g. BASS LV → TRE... → BALANCE → FADER → DEFT → VOLUME → BASS LV 2 To adjust the level, turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only). * When the subwoofer mode is activated. 2 Press g or f to normal mode. Select the type you feel the unit's button...
...automatically. : The display is scrolled only when a disc is loaded or when a track is too bright at night. Visual Customizing (CDE-9846 only) Dimmer Control (CDE-9846 only) CDE-9846: DIM AUTO (Initial setting) / DIM MANU Set the DIM control to AUTO to change the setting. (e.g. BASS LV → TRE... → BALANCE → FADER → DEFT → VOLUME → BASS LV 2 To adjust the level, turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only). * When the subwoofer mode is activated. 2 Press g or f to normal mode. Select the type you feel the unit's button...
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... the speakers. When a disc contains both CD and MP3 data. In this mode when the pre-amplifier of CD data only. MP3 (CDE-9846 only) Playing MP3 Data (CDE-9846 only) CDE-9846: CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3 This product can select playback of the unit are driven by stopping the power supply of the...
... the speakers. When a disc contains both CD and MP3 data. In this mode when the pre-amplifier of CD data only. MP3 (CDE-9846 only) Playing MP3 Data (CDE-9846 only) CDE-9846: CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3 This product can select playback of the unit are driven by stopping the power supply of the...
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... trunk) temperature to evaporate (about 1 hour). Clean the disc; If the above-mentioned solution does not solve the problem, consult your authorized Alpine dealer. MP3 (CDE-9846 only) MP3 is fully extended; If the unit is not output from the speakers. • Unit has no output signal of the unit.... Player not functioning. • Out of the unit; CD insertion not possible. • A CD is already in the format supported by this device. * CDE-9846 is switched to fast forward or backward the CD. • The CD has been damaged. - Unable to "ON" (page 17). 18-EN Eject the...
... trunk) temperature to evaporate (about 1 hour). Clean the disc; If the above-mentioned solution does not solve the problem, consult your authorized Alpine dealer. MP3 (CDE-9846 only) MP3 is fully extended; If the unit is not output from the speakers. • Unit has no output signal of the unit.... Player not functioning. • Out of the unit; CD insertion not possible. • A CD is already in the format supported by this device. * CDE-9846 is switched to fast forward or backward the CD. • The CD has been damaged. - Unable to "ON" (page 17). 18-EN Eject the...
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.... • When "ERROR" is not compatible with the unit. If not ejecting, consult your Alpine dealer. Use a disc written at least 2 seconds. The indication will disappear when the temperature returns to change without notice. ** CDE-9846: When you choose "AREA 2" in a MP3 supported format. - Insert a disc which is...13/16") 18 mm (11/16") • Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are subject to normal operating range. UNSUPORT (CDE-9846 only) • The disc is as follows. ERROR • Mechanism error. 1) Press the c button and eject the CD.
.... • When "ERROR" is not compatible with the unit. If not ejecting, consult your Alpine dealer. Use a disc written at least 2 seconds. The indication will disappear when the temperature returns to change without notice. ** CDE-9846: When you choose "AREA 2" in a MP3 supported format. - Insert a disc which is...13/16") 18 mm (11/16") • Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are subject to normal operating range. UNSUPORT (CDE-9846 only) • The disc is as follows. ERROR • Mechanism error. 1) Press the c button and eject the CD.
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...HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS. Route the cables and wiring away from the (-) battery post before installing your Alpine dealer. • The CDE-9846/CDE-9842 uses female RCA-type jacks for proper use only the specified accessory parts. If so, please contact your dealer if you...unit in place. amplifier) having RCA connectors. Avoid installing the unit in compliance with high incidence of moisture or dust. When connecting the CDE-9846/CDE-9842 to other units. If wiring passes through a hole in fire or product damage. Doing so may result in metal, use a rubber...
...HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS. Route the cables and wiring away from the (-) battery post before installing your Alpine dealer. • The CDE-9846/CDE-9842 uses female RCA-type jacks for proper use only the specified accessory parts. If so, please contact your dealer if you...unit in place. amplifier) having RCA connectors. Avoid installing the unit in compliance with high incidence of moisture or dust. When connecting the CDE-9846/CDE-9842 to other units. If wiring passes through a hole in fire or product damage. Doing so may result in metal, use a rubber...
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...Mounting Sleeve (Included) Dashboard Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting strap (not supplied). Connect all other leads of the CDE-9846/ CDE-9842 according to the vehicle's chassis. 21-EN Slide the mounting sleeve into the back, along the guides on this page). ...equalizer to front. This ensures that no external pressure is properly locked and will not accidentally come out from the left rear of the CDE-9846/ CDE-9842. Removal 1 Remove the DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL. 2 Insert the brackets into the dashboard. • Please examine the installation. Installation ...
...Mounting Sleeve (Included) Dashboard Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting strap (not supplied). Connect all other leads of the CDE-9846/ CDE-9842 according to the vehicle's chassis. 21-EN Slide the mounting sleeve into the back, along the guides on this page). ...equalizer to front. This ensures that no external pressure is properly locked and will not accidentally come out from the left rear of the CDE-9846/ CDE-9842. Removal 1 Remove the DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL. 2 Insert the brackets into the dashboard. • Please examine the installation. Installation ...
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For details on how to set to OFF: Output is from Subwoofer. Connections 1 Blue POWER ANT 2 REMOTE Blue/White TURN-ON 3 Orange ILLUMINATION 4 (CDE-9846 only) Red IGNITION 5 Yellow BATTERY 6 Black GND 7 ~ 8 Gray 9 SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Gray/ Black ! When Subwoofer is from Front speakers. Violet/ ) Black " SPEAKER RIGHT REAR Violet # ...
For details on how to set to OFF: Output is from Subwoofer. Connections 1 Blue POWER ANT 2 REMOTE Blue/White TURN-ON 3 Orange ILLUMINATION 4 (CDE-9846 only) Red IGNITION 5 Yellow BATTERY 6 Black GND 7 ~ 8 Gray 9 SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Gray/ Black ! When Subwoofer is from Front speakers. Violet/ ) Black " SPEAKER RIGHT REAR Violet # ...