Alpine CDE-150, CDE-151, CDE-152 Owners Manual

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CD/USB RECEIVER

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(CDE-152/CDE-151 only)

• OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

• MODE D’EMPLOI

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• MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN

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ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC.

19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance,

California 90501, U.S.A.

Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)

Designed by ALPINE Japan 68-24567Z16-A

ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC.	ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.	ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A.
1-7, Yukigaya-Otsukamachi, Ota-ku,	161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam	Viale C. Colombo 8, 20090 Trezzano
Tokyo 145-0067, JAPAN	Victoria 3803, Australia	Sul Naviglio (MI), Italy
Phone: [phone]	Phone [phone]	Phone [phone]

ALPINE ELECTRONICS FRANCE S.A.R.L.

(RCS PONTOISE B 338 101 280)

98, Rue de la Belle Etoile, Z.I. Paris Nord Il, B.P. 50016, 95945 Roissy Charles de Gaulle Cedex, France

Phone [phone]

ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH	ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAÑA, S.A.
Wilhelm-Wagenfeld-Str. 1-3, 80807 München, Germany	Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabellón, 32
Phone [phone]	01013 Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD.	Phone [phone]
Alpine House
Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K.
Phone [phone]

Contents	ENGLISH

Operating Instructions

Adjusting the Parametric Equalizer Curve
(3BAND EQ).............................................................	14
Setting the Control ....................................................	14

WARNING
WARNING.......................................................	5
CAUTION ........................................................	5
PRECAUTIONS ...............................................	5
Getting Started
Accessory List ...............................................................	8
Turning Power On and Off.......................................	8
Demonstration Function..........................................	8
Source Selection..........................................................	8
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel .........	8
Detaching ..................................................................	8
Attaching ...................................................................	8
Adjusting Volume .......................................................	9
Setting Time..................................................................	9
Radio
Listening to Radio.......................................................	9
Presetting Stations Manually..................................	9
Presetting Stations Automatically......................	10
Tuning to Preset Stations ......................................	10
Frequency Search Function..................................	10
CD/MP3/WMA
Playback ......................................................................	10
Repeat and Random Play .....................................	11
Searching for CD Text
(concerning Audio CD)...........................................	11
Folder/File Name Search
(concerning MP3/WMA) ........................................	11
Folder Name Search mode...............................	11
File Name Search mode.....................................	11
Search Position Memory .......................................	11
About MP3/WMA .....................................................	11
Terminology...........................................................	12

Setting the Source Volume Level....................	14
Turning Subwoofer ON/OFF.............................	14
Adjusting the Low Pass Filter ...........................	15
Setting the Subwoofer Phase...........................	15
Setting the Subwoofer System........................	15
External Device......................................................	15
Connecting to an External Amplifier
(POWER IC)....................................................................	15
BASS ENGINE SQ Function
Setting BASS ENGINE SQ ON/OFF.......................	16
Adjusting BASS ENGINE SQ Level .......................	16
Other Functions
Displaying the Text...................................................	17
About “Text” ...........................................................	17
Using the Front AUX Input Terminal..................	17
Option Menu Setting ..............................................	18
SETUP
Setting ..........................................................................	18
General Setting .....................................................	19
Setting the AUX SETUP mode................................	19
Setting the AUX NAME mode ................................	19
Playing MP3/WMA Data (PLAY MODE) ...............	19
Setting the Demonstration mode........................	19
Display Setting ......................................................	19
Dimmer Control ..........................................................	19
Scroll Setting (TEXTSCROLL) ..................................	19
Tuner Setting..........................................................	19
Setting the TUNER (FM) frequency step
(TUNER FREQ) ..............................................................	19
iPod/iPhone Setting ............................................	20
iPod/iPhone Search Mode Setting.......................	20
Flash Memory (optional)
Playing MP3/WMA Files from Flash Memory
(optional) .....................................................................	20
About MP3/WMA File of Flash Memory ...........	20

Sound Setting
Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/
Mid Level/Treble Level/Balance (Between Left
and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/
Loudness/Defeat ......................................................	13
Audio Setup ...............................................................	13
Equalizer Presets ..................................................	14
Setting BASS ENGINE SQ ON/OFF..................	14
Turning Loudness On/Off .................................	14

iPod/iPhone (optional)
(CDE-152/CDE-151 only)
Connecting an iPod/iPhone..................................	21
Setting the iPod Control.........................................	21
Playback .......................................................................	21
Searching for a desired Song ...............................	22
Direct Search Function ...........................................	22

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Contents	ENGLISH
Select Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/
Composer ...................................................................	23
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.) ................................	23
Repeat Play.................................................................	23
Information
In Case of Difficulty..................................................	24
Basic..........................................................................	24
Radio.........................................................................	24
CD ..............................................................................	24
MP3/WMA...............................................................	24
Audio........................................................................	24
iPod (CDE-152/CDE-151 only) .........................	24
Indication for CD Player.....................................	24
Indication for Flash Memory............................	25
Indication for iPod Mode
(CDE-152/CDE-151 only) ...................................	25
Specifications ............................................................	27
Installation and Connections
WARNING.....................................................	28
CAUTION ......................................................	28
PRECAUTIONS .............................................	28
Installation..................................................................	29
Removal...................................................................	29
Connections...............................................................	30
LIMITED WARRANTY

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Operating Instructions

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.

KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING.

Excessive volume levels that obscure sounds such as emergency vehicle sirens or road warning signals (train crossings, etc.) can be dangerous and may result in an accident. LISTENING AT LOUD VOLUME LEVELS IN A CAR MAY ALSO CAUSE HEARING DAMAGE.

MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING.

Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and cause an accident.

CAUTION

This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in injury or material property damage.

HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS.

Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for repairing.

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 +60°C (+140°F) and −10°C (+14°F) before turning your unit on.

Moisture Condensation

You may notice the CD playback sound wavering due to condensation. If this happens, remove the disc from the player and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate.

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.

Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.

USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND.

(Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do so may result in fire, etc.

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.

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.

Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result in fire.

USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.

Use for other than its designed application may result in fire, electric shock or other injury.

DO NOT PLACE HANDS, FINGERS OR FOREIGN OBJECTS IN INSERTION SLOTS OR GAPS.

Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the product.

Damaged Disc

Do not attempt to play cracked, warped, or damaged discs. Playing a bad disc could severely damage the playback mechanism.

Maintenance

If you have problems, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. Return it to your Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Station for servicing.

Never Attempt the Following

Do not grip or pull out the disc while it is being pulled back into the player by the automatic reloading mechanism.

Do not attempt to insert a disc into the unit when the unit power is off.

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Inserting Discs

Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not attempt to load more than one disc.

Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc. “ERROR” will be displayed on your player if you insert a disc incorrectly.

Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in skips, but this will not scratch the disc or damage the player.

New Discs

To prevent the CD from jamming, “ERROR” is displayed if discs with irregular surfaces are inserted or if discs are inserted incorrectly. When a new disc is ejected immediately after initial loading, use your finger to feel around the inside of the center hole and outside edge of the disc. If you feel any small bumps or irregularities, this could inhibit proper loading of the disc. To remove the bumps, rub the inside edge of the hole and outside edge of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other such instrument, and then insert the disc again.

Center Hole	Center Hole
	New Disc
Bumps	Outside
	(Bumps)

Irregular Shaped Discs

Be sure to use round discs only for this unit and never use any special shaped discs.

Use of special shape discs may cause damage to the mechanism.

Installation Location

Make sure this unit will not be installed in a location subjected to:

•Direct sun and heat

•High humidity and water

•Excessive dust

•Excessive vibrations

Correct Handling

Do not drop the disc while handling. Hold the disc so you will not leave fingerprints on the surface. Do not affix tape, paper, or gummed labels to the disc. Do not write on the disc.

CORRECT

INCORRECT

CORRECT

Disc Cleaning

Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface of the disc could cause the CD player to skip. For routine cleaning, wipe the playing surface with a clean, soft cloth from the center of the disc to the outer edge. If the surface is heavily soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a solution of mild neutral detergent before cleaning the disc.

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 the disc to be out of standard specifications and may create operational problems. We recommend not using these accessories on discs played in Alpine CD players.

Transparent Sheet

Disc Stabilizer

On handling Compact Discs (CD/CD-R/CD-RW)

•Do not touch the surface.

•Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.

•Do not affix stickers or labels.

•Clean the disc when it is dusty.

•Make sure that there are no bumps around the disc.

•Do not use commercially available disc accessories.

Do not leave the disc in the car or the unit for a long time. Never expose the disc to direct sunlight. Heat and humidity may damage the CD and you may not be able to play it again.

To customers using CD-R/CD-RW

•If a CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back, make sure the last recording session was closed (finalised).

•Finalise the CD-R/CD-RW if necessary, and attempt playback again.

About media that can be played

Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo marks below.

If you use unspecified compact discs, correct performance cannot be guaranteed.

You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordables)/CD-RWs (CD-ReWritables) which have been recorded only on audio devices. You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA formatted audio files.

•Some of the following CDs may not play on this unit: Flawed CDs, CDs with fingerprints, CDs exposed to extreme

temperatures or sunlight (e.g., left in the car or this unit), CDs recorded under unstable conditions, CDs on which a recording failed or a re-recording was attempted, copy-protected CDs which do not conform to the audio CD industry standard.

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•Use discs with compressed audio files written in a format compatible with this unit. For details, refer to “About MP3/WMA” on page 11.

•ROM data other than audio files contained in a disc will not produce sound when played back.

Protecting the USB Port

•Only Flash Memory devices and iPod/iPhone can be connected to the USB port on this unit. Correct performance using other USB products cannot be guaranteed. A USB hub is not supported.

•Depending on the shape or size of a Flash memory device, it may not be connected to the USB terminal of this unit-a USB extension (sold separately) is recommended for this connection.

Also, avoid connecting Flash memory and Front Aux at the same time.

•If a USB device is inserted in the unit, it projects out and may be a danger while driving.

Use a commercially available USB extension cable, and connect it in a safe way.

•Depending on the connected Flash Memory device, the unit may not function or some functions may not be performed.

•The audio file format that can be played back on the unit is MP3/ WMA.

•Artist/song name, etc., can be displayed, however some characters may not be correctly displayed.

On Handling Flash Memory

CAUTION

Alpine accepts no responsibility for lost data, etc., even if data, etc., is lost while using this product.

•To prevent malfunction or damage, note the following points. Read the Flash Memory Owner’s Manual thoroughly.

Do not touch the terminals by hand or metal. Do not subject Flash Memory to excessive shock.

Do not bend, drop, disassemble, modify or soak in the water.

•Fix the Flash Memory in a location where driver operation will not be hindered.

•Flash Memory may not function correctly at high or low temperature.

•Use only certified Flash Memory. Please pay attention that even certified Flash Memory, may not function correctly depending on its type or state.

•Flash Memory function is not guaranteed. Use Flash Memory according to the terms of agreement.

•Depending on the settings of the Flash Memory type, memory state or encoding software, the unit may not play back or display properly.

•A file that is copy-protected (copyright protection) cannot be played back.

•Flash Memory may take time to start playback. If there is a particular file other than audio in the Flash Memory, it may take considerable time before the file is played back or searched.

•The unit can play back “mp3” or “wma” file extensions.

•Do not add the above extensions to a file other than audio data. This non-audio data will not be recognised. The resulting playback may contain noise that can damage speakers and/or amplifiers.

•It is recommended to back up important data on a personal computer.

•Do not remove the USB device while playback is in progress. Change SOURCE to something other than USB, and then remove the USB device to prevent possible damage to its memory.

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Getting Started

Source Selection

Press SOURCE to change the source.

Rotary encoder

TUNER DISC USB AUDIO/iPod*1 AUXILIARY*2 TUNER

AUDIO/SETUP	/ENTER	*1	Only for CDE-152/CDE-151 and when the iPod/iPhone is
			connected.
		*2	Only when AUX SETUP is set to ON. Refer to “Setting the AUX
			SETUP mode” on page 19.
		Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel
e		Detaching
SOURCE/

Accessory List
•	Head Unit ..................................................................................	1
•	Power Cable ..............................................................................	1
•	Mounting Sleeve ......................................................................	1
•	Bracket Key ...............................................................................	2
• Screw (M5 × 8) ..........................................................................		4
•	Owner’s Manual..................................................................	1 set

Turning Power On and Off

Press SOURCE to turn on the unit.

Note

•The unit can be turned on by pressing any other button except and e(Release).

Press and hold SOURCE for at least 2 seconds to turn off the unit.

Note

• The first time power is turned on, the volume will start from level 12.

Demonstration Function

This unit has a demonstration feature for display. When Demo mode is set to ON (initial setting), the unit starts the demonstration if there is no operation for 30 seconds.

When installing this unit in a car for the first time, the DEMO OFF screen will be displayed for 30 seconds after turning on the unit.

Press ENTER within 30 seconds to turn off the Demonstration mode*.

Otherwise, the Demo mode remains ON and the unit starts the demonstration if there is no operation for 30 seconds.

*The operation is the same as setting DEMO MODE to OFF in the Setup menu. However, if the unit is disconnected from the vehicle's battery, DEMO MODE will be switched to ON automatically when the unit is used next time. If you want to completely close the Demo mode, set DEMO MODE to QUITE OFF. For details, please refer to “Setting the Demonstration mode” on page 19.

Notes

•The front panel may become hot in normal usage (especially the connector terminals on the back of the front panel). This is not a malfunction.

•When detaching the front panel, do not apply excessive force as it may result in malfunction.

Attaching

Notes

•Before attaching the front panel, make sure that there is no dirt or dust on the connector terminals and no foreign object between the front panel and the main unit.

•Attach the front panel carefully, holding the sides of the front panel to avoid pushing buttons by mistake.

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Adjusting Volume

Turn the Rotary encoder until the desired sound is obtained.

Setting Time

1Press and hold AUDIO SETUP for at least 2 seconds to activate the SETUP selection mode.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select GENERAL, and then press ENTER.

3Turn the Rotary encoder to select the CLOCK ADJ mode, and then press ENTER.

The time indication will blink.

4Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the hours while the time indication is blinking.

5When the hour has been adjusted, press ENTER.

6Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the minutes while the time indication is blinking.

7Press and hold AUDIO SETUP for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.

Notes

•To synchronize the clock to another clock/watch or radio time announcement, press and hold ENTER for at least 2 seconds after setting the “hour”. Minutes will reset to “00”. If the display shows over “30” minutes when you do this, the time will advance one hour.

•Pressing twill return to the previous mode.

•Pressing and holding rfor at least 2 seconds will return to normal mode.

•If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to normal mode automatically.

Controllable with Remote Control

This unit can be controlled with an optional Alpine remote control. For details, consult your Alpine dealer. Point the optional remote control transmitter at the remote-control sensor.

Remote control sensor

Radio

SOURCE/

Rotary encoder

/ENTER

BAND

TUNE/A.ME	Preset buttons
	(1 through 6)

Listening to Radio

1Press SOURCE to select TUNER mode.

2Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed.

F1 (FM1) F2 (FM2) AM F1 (FM1)

3Press TUNE A.ME to select the tuning mode.

SEEK DX (Distance mode) SEEK LOCAL (Local mode) MANUAL (Manual mode) SEEK DX

Distance mode (Initial setting):

Both strong and weak stations will be automatically tuned in (Automatic Seek Tuning). The “” indicator lights up.

Local mode:

Only strong stations will be automatically tuned in (Automatic Seek Tuning).

Manual mode:

The frequency is manually tuned in steps (Manual tuning).

4Press or to tune in the desired station.

In Manual mode, holding down or will change the frequency continuously.

Presetting Stations Manually

1Select the radio band and tune in a desired radio station you wish to store in the preset memory.

2Press and hold for at least 2 seconds, any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) into which you wish to store the station.

The selected station is stored.

The display shows the band, preset number and station frequency memorized.

Notes

•A total of 18 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations for each band; FM1, FM2 and AM).

•If you store a station in a preset memory which already has a station, the current station will be cleared and replaced with the new station.

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Presetting Stations Automatically

1Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed.

2Press and hold TUNE A.ME for at least 2 seconds.

The frequency on the display continues to change while the automatic memory is in progress. The tuner will automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band. They will be stored into preset buttons 1 to 6 in order of signal strength. When the automatic memory has been completed, the tuner goes to the station stored in preset location No.1.

Note

•If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station you were listening to before the auto memory procedure began.

CD/MP3/WMA

SOURCE/ Rotary encoder/ENTER

/ II			5
			4
		Preset buttons
		(1 through 6)

Tuning to Preset Stations

1Press BAND repeatedly until the desired band is displayed.

2Press any one of the station preset buttons (1 through 6) that has your desired radio station in memory.

The display shows the band, preset number and frequency of the station selected.

Frequency Search Function

You can search for a radio station by its frequency.

1Press ENTER in Radio mode to activate Frequency search mode.

The “ ” indicator lights up.

2Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired frequency.

3Press ENTER to receive the selected frequency.

Note

•Press rin the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode will be canceled if no operation is performed for 10 seconds.

Playback

1Insert a disc with the label side facing up.

The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically.

Note

•When a disc is already inserted, press SOURCE to switch to the DISC mode.

2While playing back MP3/WMA, press or to select the desired folder.

Pressing and holding or will change folders continuously.

3Press or to select the desired track (file).

Pressing and holding or will fast backward/fast forward track continuously.

4To pause playback, press .

Pressing again will resume playback.

5To eject the disc, press .

Notes

•Do not remove a CD during its eject cycle. Do not load more than one disc at a time. A malfunction may result from doing either.

•The “ ” indicator lights up when a disc is inserted.

•Three-inch (8 cm) CDs cannot be used.

•Any file protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) copy protection, cannot be played back on this unit.

•The track display for MP3/WMA data playback is the file numbers recorded on the disc.

•The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back.

•During CD/MP3/WMA playback, press r, and then you can quickly return to the hierarchy level selected last time in the search mode.

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