Alpine IVA-W505 User Manual
Mobile Multimedia Station
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IVA-W505
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ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC.
1-1-8 Nishi Gotanda,
Shinagawa-ku,
Tokyo 141-0031, Japan
Phone 03-5496-8231
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC.
19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance,
California 90501, U.S.A.
Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.
777 Supertest Road, Toronto,
Ontario M3J 2M9, Canada
Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)
• OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
• MODE D’EMPLOI
Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil.
• MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
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ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam
Victoria 3803, Australia
Phone 03-8787-1200
ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH
Frankfurter Ring 117, 80807 München, Germany
Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K.
B.P. 50016, 95945 Roissy Charles de Gaulle
Phone 089-32 42 640
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD.
Alpine House
Phone 0870-33 33 763
ALPINE ELECTRONICS FRANCE S.A.R.L.
(RCS PONTOISE B 338 101 280)
98, Rue de la Belle Etoile, Z.I. Paris Nord Il,
Cedex, France
Phone 01-48638989
DIGITAL VIDEO
ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A.
Viale C. Colombo 8, 20090 Trezzano
Sul Naviglio (MI), Italy
Phone 02-484781
ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAÑA, S.A.
Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabellón, 32
01013 Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain
Phone 945-283588
ALPINE ELECTRONICS (BENELUX) GmbH
Leuvensesteenweg 510-B6,
1930 Zaventem, Belgium
Phone 02-725-13 15
Designed by ALPINE Japan
68-12118Z54-B
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Contents
Operating Instructions
WARNING
WARNING ................................................. 5
CAUTION .................................................. 5
PRECAUTIONS ........................................ 6
Discs Playable on This Unit ................... 7
Getting Started
Accessory List ................................................ 11
Location of Controls ...................................... 11
Turning Power On or Off ............................... 11
Inserting/Ejecting a Disc ................................ 12
Adjusting the Monitor Viewing Angle ........... 12
Adjusting the Volume ..................................... 12
Lowering Volume Quickly ............................. 12
How to view the Display ................................ 12
Soft button operation .................................. 12
Recalling the Source ................................... 12
Displaying the Numeric Keypad Input
Screen ...................................................... 13
Selecting the Display Style ......................... 14
Radio
Listening to the Radio .................................... 14
Presetting Stations Manually .......................... 15
Presetting Stations Automatically .................. 15
Tuning to Preset Stations ................................ 15
Changing the Display
(HD Radio mode only) ............................... 15
Receiving a Multicast
(HD Radio mode only) ............................... 15
DVD/Video CD
Playing a Disc .................................................19
To display the DVD mode screen ................19
If a menu screen appears .............................20
Displaying the Top Menu Screen ................21
Displaying the Menu Screen .......................21
Displaying the Menu Operation Mode
Screen .......................................................21
Searching by Program .....................................21
Searching by Playlist .......................................21
Stopping Playback (PRE STOP) .....................21
Stopping Playback ..........................................21
Fast-forwarding/Fast-reversing .......................22
Finding the Beginnings of Chapters/Tracks/
Files .............................................................22
Playing Still Frames (Pausing) ........................22
Forward/reverse frame-by-frame Playback .....22
Slow Motion Playback ....................................22
Selecting Program (SKIP) ..............................22
Selecting Playlist (SKIP) ................................23
Selecting Folders .............................................23
Repeat Playback ..............................................23
Searching by Title/Group/Program/Playlist/
Folder Number .............................................24
Searching Directly by Chapter, Track or File
Number ........................................................24
Switching the Angle ........................................24
Scroll to Move the Page Forward or Back ......24
Switching the Audio Tracks ............................25
Switching the Subtitles
(Subtitle Language) .....................................25
Switching from the disc menu ........................25
Displaying the Disc Status for
DVD/Video CD ...........................................25
About DivX® ..................................................25
CD/MP3/WMA/AAC
Playback ......................................................... 16
Repeat Play ..................................................... 17
M.I.X. (Random Play) .................................... 17
Selecting Folders
(concerning MP3/WMA/AAC) .................. 17
About MP3/WMA/AAC ................................ 17
Other Useful Features
Adjusting the Audio ........................................26
Search Function ..............................................27
Rear Entertainment Function ..........................28
Switching Display Modes ...............................28
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Switching the Visual Source Only
(Simultaneous Function) .............................28
Canceling the Simultaneous Function ......... 28
Blackout Mode On and Off ............................28
Setup
DVD Setup
DVD Setup Operation .....................................29
Changing the language setting ....................30
Setting of the Menu Language ....................30
Setting of the Audio Language ...................30
Setting of the Subtitle Language ................. 30
Changing the Country Code Setting ...........30
Setting the Rating Level (Parental Lock) .... 31
Changing the Digital Output Setting ........... 31
Setting the Downmix Mode ........................33
Setting the TV Screen Mode .......................33
Setting of the Bonus Code ...........................33
Setting of the DVD-Audio Playback
Mode ........................................................33
Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data
(FILE PLAY MODE) ..............................33
Setting the compressed File Playback
Data ..........................................................34
Displaying DivX® Disc Information ........... 34
Setting the Video CD Play Mode ................34
RADIO Setup
Digital SEEK Setting
(HD Radio mode only) ................................34
DISPLAY Setup
Display Setup Operation .................................34
Setting the Brightness of the
Backlighting .............................................35
Adjusting the Minimum Level of
Backlight ..................................................35
Switching Background Textures .................35
Setting Automatic Background Textures ....35
Switching the Font Back Display Color ...... 35
Adjusting the Touch Panel ..........................35
SYSTEM Setup
System Setup Operation .................................37
Setting the External Device Interrupt
Mode ........................................................38
Setting the Interrupt Icon Display ............... 38
Switching the function of the remote
sensor .......................................................38
Setting the Rear Camera Input ....................38
Setting the Navigation Mode .......................38
Setting the Navigation Interruption ............. 38
Setting the AUX Mode ................................38
Adjusting the External Input Audio
Level ........................................................39
Switching the Visual Input Signal
System ......................................................39
Setting the Picture Output ...........................39
Setting the Bluetooth Connection
(BLUETOOTH IN) ..................................39
Setting the USB Adapter to ON/OFF ..........39
Setting the VISUAL Soft Button ................ 39
Setting the OPTION Button on the Unit .....39
Setting the Digital Output ...........................39
Setting the AUX+ Mode ..............................39
Adjusting the AUX+ Audio Level .............. 39
L.L.C. (Linear Luminance Control) Setup
L.L.C. Setting Operation ................................40
Picture Quality Darkness Adjustment Function
(L.L.C.) ....................................................40
Selecting the VISUAL EQ Mode
(Maker’s setting) ......................................40
Adjusting Brightness ...................................40
Adjusting Color of Picture .......................... 40
Adjusting Tint of Picture .............................40
Adjusting Image Contrast ...........................41
Adjusting Picture Quality ............................41
Storing VISUAL EQ ...................................41
Data Download
Downloading the BACKGROUND data ........41
SIRIUS Setup
GENERAL Setup
General Setup Operation ................................36
Displaying the Time ....................................36
Setting the Time ..........................................36
Setting Daylight Saving Time .....................36
Demonstration Function ..............................36
Sound (Beep) Guide Function ..................... 36
Setting the Scroll ......................................... 37
Adjusting the Dimmer of Button Lighting at
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SIRIUS Setup Operation ................................42
Setting the announcement individually for a Song/
Artist/Sports Team .......................................42
Setting ON/OFF of all Songs/Artists
Interruption ..................................................42
Setting the sports team announcement
type ..............................................................42
Setting the Sports Team Display ....................43
Night ........................................................37
External Audio Processor (Optional)
Adjustment Procedure for Dolby Surround .... 44
Setting the A.PROCESSOR ........................... 44
Storing Settings in the Memory ...................... 50
Calling up the Preset Memory ........................ 50
IMPRINT Operation (Optional)
Changing MultEQ mode .................................50
Adjusting Sound Setting in Manual Mode .....51
Equalizer Presets (F-EQ) .............................51
Setting the Response Slope for the High Range
Speaker (TW SETUP) .............................51
Setting the MX Level
(MEDIA XPANDER) .............................. 51
Adjusting the Parametric Equalizer Curve
(P-EQ) ......................................................52
Adjusting the Graphic Equalizer Curve
(G-EQ) .....................................................52
Setting the Time Correction Unit
(T.CORR PARAMETER) ........................ 52
Adjusting the Time Correction
(T. CORR) ................................................52
Adjusting the Crossover Settings
(X-OVER) ................................................53
Storing Settings in the Memory ...................... 53
Calling up the Preset Memory ........................ 54
Setting the Subwoofer ....................................54
Adjusting the Subwoofer Level ...................54
Setting the Subwoofer System ....................54
Setting the Subwoofer Phase .......................54
Setting the Subwoofer Channel ...................54
About Time Correction ...................................54
About the Crossover .......................................55
About IMPRINT .............................................56
Navigation System (Optional)
Switching the Navigation Screen
(Optional) ....................................................57
Portable Navigation System Operation
(Optional) ....................................................57
Auxiliary Device (Optional)
Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional) ........58
Changer (Optional)
Controlling CD Changer (Optional) ...............59
Multi-Changer Selection (Optional) ...............60
USB Adapter Operation (Optional)
Controlling USB (Optional) ...........................60
SAT Radio Receiver (Optional)
Receiving Channels with the SAT Receiver
(Optional) ....................................................61
Tuning in to Categorized Programs ................ 61
Changing the Display .....................................61
Checking the SAT Radio ID Number ............. 62
Storing Channel Presets .................................. 62
Receiving Stored Channels ............................. 62
Search Function (XM mode) ..........................62
Search Function (SIRIUS mode) ....................63
Selecting the Channel directly ........................63
Setting the SIRIUS (SIRIUS mode only) ....... 63
Receiving Weather or Traffic information from
SAT Radio ...................................................63
Storing the desired Song/Artist
(SIRIUS mode only) ...................................63
Storing favorite Sports Teams
(SIRIUS mode only) ...................................64
Receiving the stored information
(SIRIUS mode only) ...................................64
Offset Playback Function
(SIRIUS mode only) ...................................64
USB Memory (Optional)
BANK Function (USB memory only) ............ 65
Playback ..........................................................65
Repeat Play .....................................................65
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.) .......................66
Searching for a desired Song ..........................66
Searching by artist name .............................66
Selecting Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/
Composer ....................................................66
Select the desired Folder (Folder up/down) ....67
Creating the playlist from the Artist/Album
information of the current song ................... 67
About MP3/WMA/AAC File of USB
Memory .......................................................67
iPod® (Optional)
Playback ..........................................................67
Searching for a desired Song ..........................68
Searching by artist name .............................68
Direct Search Function ...................................69
Selecting Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/Composer/
Category ......................................................69
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.) .......................70
Repeat Play .....................................................70
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Remote Control
Controls on Remote Control ........................... 70
When Using the Remote Control ....................72
Battery Replacement .......................................72
Information
About DVDs ...................................................73
Terminology ....................................................73
List of Language Codes ..................................75
List of Country Codes .....................................76
In Case of Difficulty .......................................78
Specifications .................................................. 82
Installation and Connections
Warning .................................................. 83
Caution ................................................... 83
Precautions ............................................ 83
Installation ......................................................84
Connections ....................................................87
System Example .............................................90
LIMITED WARRANTY
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Operating Instructions
KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE
WARNING
REACH OF CHILDREN.
Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed,
consult a physician immediately.
WARNING
This symbol means important instructions.
Failure to heed them can result in serious injury
or death.
INSTALL THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY SO THAT THE DRIVER
CANNOT WATCH TV/VIDEO UNLESS THE VEHICLE IS
STOPPED AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IS APPLIED.
It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the driver to watch
TV/Video while driving a vehicle. Installing this product
incorrectly enables the driver to watch TV/Video while driving.
This may cause a distraction, preventing the driver from looking
ahead, thus causing an accident. The driver or other people could be
severely injured.
DO NOT WATCH VIDEO WHILE DRIVING.
Watching the video may distract the driver from looking ahead of
the vehicle and cause an accident.
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.
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.
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.
KEEP FINGERS AWAY WHILE THE MOTORIZED FRONT
PANEL OR MOVING MONITOR IS IN MOTION.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the
product.
DO NOT MIX NEW BATTERIES WITH OLD BATTERIES.
INSERT WITH THE CORRECT BATTERY POLARITY.
When inserting the batteries, be sure to observe proper polarity (+
and –) as instructed. Rupture or chemical leakage from the battery
may cause fire or personal injury.
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.
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PRECAUTIONS
CORRECT
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 +45°C
(+113°F) and 0°C (+32°F) before turning your unit on.
Moisture Condensation
You may notice the disc 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.
New Discs
To prevent the CD from jamming, “DISC 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, then insert
the disc again.
Center Hole
Bumps
Center Hole
New Disc
Outside
(Bumps)
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.
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.
“DISC ERROR” will be displayed on your player if you insert a
disc incorrectly. If “DISC ERROR” continues to be displayed even
though the disc has been inserted correctly, push the RESET switch
with a pointed object such as a ballpoint pen.
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.
Irregular Shaped Discs
Be sure to use round shaped discs only for this unit and never use
any special shaped discs.
Use of special shaped discs may cause damage to the mechanism.
Installation Location
Make sure the IVA-W505 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.
INCORRECT CORRECT
Disc Cleaning
Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface of the disc could cause the
DVD 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.
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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 operational problems. We recommend
not using these accessories on discs played in Alpine DVD players.
Discs Playable on This Unit
Playable Discs
The discs listed below can be played on this unit.
Mark (logo) Recorded Content Disc size
12 cm*
DVD Video Audio + Video
8 cm
Transparent Sheet Disc Stabilizer
• After turning the system off, a slight ghost of the image will
remain temporarily. This is an effect peculiar to LCD technology
and is normal.
• In cold temperature conditions, the screen may lose contrast
temporarily. After a short warm-up period, it will return to
normal.
Alpine products equipped with the Ai-NET bus, connected to the
IVA-W505, can be operated from the IVA-W505. Depending on the
products connected, the functions and displays will vary. For
details, consult your Alpine dealer.
Operation of some of the functions of this unit is very complex.
Because of this, it was deemed necessary to place these functions
into a special screen. This will restrict operation of these functions
to times when the vehicle is parked. This ensures the focus of the
driver’s attention will be on the road and not on the IVA-W505.
This has been done for the safety of the driver and passengers.
Audio Processor Adjustments cannot be made if the car is moving.
The car must be parked and the parking brake must be engaged for
the procedure described in the Owner’s Manual to be valid. The
warning “CAN’T OPERATE WHILE DRIVING” will be
displayed if any attempts are made to perform these operations
while driving.
• The IVA-W505 draws minimal current even when its power switch is
turned off. If the switched power (ignition) lead of the IVA-W505 is
connected directly to the positive (+) post of the vehicle’s battery, the
battery may be discharged.
An SPST (Single-Pole, Single-Throw) switch (sold separately) can be
added to simplify this procedure. Then, you can simply place it in the
OFF position when you leave the vehicle. Turn the SPST switch back
ON before using the IVA-W505. For connecting the SPST switch,
refer to the “Connection Diagram of SPST Switch (Sold Separately)”
(page 86). If the power (ignition) lead is unswitched, it must be
disconnected from the battery post should the vehicle be left unused
for an extended period of time.
12 cm*
DVD Audio Audio + Video
®
DIGITAL VIDEO
(CD single)
Audio + Video
Video CD Audio + Video
Music CD Audio
DivX
* Two-layer DVD disc compatible
The formatted discs listed below can be played on this unit.
CD-R/
CD-RW
CD Format
MP3 Format (“mp3”)
WMA Format (“wma”)
DVD-R/
DVD-RW
DVD+RW
8 cm
12 cm
8 cm
12 cm
8 cm
12 cm
8 cm
DVD+R/
AAC Format (“aac”, “m4a”)
DVD Video Format
DVD-VR Format
DivX Format (“avi”, “divx”)
Video CD Format
• Discs that are not finalized cannot be played back.
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Discs that cannot be played
DVD-ROMs, DVD-RAMs, CD-ROMs (excluding MP3/WMA/
AAC files), photo CDs, etc.
DualDisc
This unit is not compatible with DualDisc.
Using a DualDisc may cause unit malfunction, and may cause disc
damage when the disc is inserted/ejected.
DVD region number (playable region number)
This DVD player will play back any disc whose region number is 1
(or All). DVDs with a region number other than those listed below,
cannot be played on this DVD player.
1
ALL
Video CDs
This DVD head unit is compatible with playback control (PBC)
compatible Video CDs (version 2.0).
“PBC” is a function by which you can use menu screens recorded
on the disc to find the scene you want to watch and view various
types of information in dialog style.
Using compact discs (CD/CD-R/CD-RW)
If you use unspecified compact discs, correct performance cannot
be guaranteed.
You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordables)/CD-RWs (CDReWritables) which have been recorded only on audio devices.
You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA/AAC
formatted audio files.
• Some of the following discs may not play on this unit:
Flawed discs, discs with fingerprints, discs exposed to extreme
temperatures or sunlight (e.g., left in the car or this unit), discs
recorded under unstable conditions, discs on which a recording
failed or a re-recording was attempted, copy-protected CDs
which do not conform to the audio CD industry standard.
• Use discs with MP3/WMA/AAC files written in a format
compliant with this unit. For details, see
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 (finalized).
• Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW if necessary, and attempt playback
again.
pages 17 and 18.
Tips for making your own CDs
The IVA-W505 plays DVD Video, DVD Audio, Video CD, Audio
CD and has a built in MP3/WMA/AAC decoder.
The following information is designed to help you create your own
music CDs (either Audio CD or MP3/WMA/AAC encoded CD-R/
RW files).
What is the difference between an Audio and MP3/WMA/AAC
CD?
An Audio CD is the same format as the commercial CDs you buy
in the store (also known as CD-DA). MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer
3)/WMA (Windows Media Audio)/AAC (Advanced Audio
Coding) is a data file that uses a compression scheme to reduce the
size of the music file*.
Hybrid Audio CD and Data (MP3/WMA/AAC) CD-R/RW
discs:
The IVA-W505 can read either sector on the disc. Choose CD-DA
to play the CD audio section or MP3/WMA/AAC to play the MP3/
WMA/AAC section*.
Multisession CD-R/RW:
Once a recording has been stopped, this is considered one session.
If the disc is not closed (finalized), additional data may be added.
Once this additional data has been recorded, this becomes a
“multisession” CD. The IVA-W505 can only read multisession
DATA Formatted discs (MP3/WMA/AAC files - Not Audio CD
files).
Properly formatted MP3/WMA/AAC Discs:
Use ISO9660 formatting to insure proper playback. You may use
standard ISO naming Level 1 (8.3 DOS standard), Level 2 (32
characters) or Joliet (Windows or Macintosh long filenames) file
naming conventions*.
* Please consult the Owner’s manual for additional information.
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 the disc is smooth and flat.
• 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 disc and you may not be
able to play it again.
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Using DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs
• This unit is compatible with discs recorded in the standard
DVD-Video and DVD-VR (DVD-R/DVD-RW only) formats.
• Note that discs not finalized (processed to enable to play on
playback-only DVD players) cannot be played on this DVD
player.
• Some discs may not play back, depending on the recording
device and disc format.
• Discs or files utilizing copy protection, may not be playable.
Some recording systems may not properly format copied files to
enable proper playback.
• In the following cases, the disc may not play on this unit:
discs recorded by certain DVD recorders, certain irregular discs,
flawed discs, dirty discs, when the pickup lens of this DVD
player is dirty, or when moisture condensation has occurred
inside the unit.
• Be sure to follow all cautions included with your DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs discs.
• Do not put stickers, seals, or tape on the label side of DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs.
• Compared to the regular discs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs are more affected by heat, moisture, and direct
sunlight. If left in a car, etc., damage may occur and it might not
play on this unit.
• The operable temperature range for disc playback is as follows:
DVD-R/DVD-RW: -25 ~ +70°C
DVD+R/DVD+RW: +5 ~ +55°C
Disc terminology
Title
If titles are programmed for the DVD, these are the largest units of
division of the information recorded on the disc.
Chapter
Each Title may also be divided into smaller divisions, called
chapters. These can be specific scenes or musical selections.
Protecting the USB connector
• Only an iPod, USB memory or Portable audio player can be
connected to the USB connector on this unit. Correct
performance using other USB products cannot be guaranteed.
• If the USB connector is used, be sure to use only the supplied
connector cable with the unit. A USB hub is not supported.
• Depending on the connected USB 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/AAC.
• Artist/song name, etc., can be displayed, however characters
may not be correctly displayed.
CAUTION
Alpine accepts no responsibility for lost data, etc., even if data, etc.,
is lost while using this product.
On Handling USB Memory
• This unit can control a memory storage device that supports the
USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) protocol. Playable audio file
formats are MP3, WMA and AAC.
• USB memory function is not guaranteed. Use USB memory
according to the terms of agreement. Read the USB memory
Owner’s Manual thoroughly.
• Avoid usage or storage in the following locations:
Anywhere in the car exposed to direct sunlight or high
temperatures.
Anywhere the possibility of high humidity or corrosive
substances are present.
• Fix the USB memory in a location where driver operation will
not be hindered.
• USB memory may not function correctly at high or low
temperature.
• Use only certified USB memory. Note that even certified USB
memory, may not function correctly depending on its type or
state.
• Depending on the settings of the USB memory type, memory
state or encoding software, the unit may not play back or display
properly.
• Files protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management), cannot be
played back on this unit. These include AAC formatted files
purchased from the iTunes Store and WMA or other files with
some form of copyright protection.
• USB memory may take time to start playback. If there is a
particular file other than audio in the USB memory, it may take
considerable time before the file is played back or searched.
• The unit can play back “mp3”, “wma” or “m4a” file extensions.
• Do not add the above extensions to a file other than audio data.
This non-audio data will not be recognized. 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, then remove the
USB device to prevent possible damage to its memory.
On Handling Portable audio player
• The unit can control a Portable audio player with the USB
interface. Playable audio file formats are MP3 and WMA.
• Portable audio player function is not guaranteed. Use Portable
audio player according to the terms of agreement. Read the
Portable audio player Owner’s Manual thoroughly.
• Avoid usage or storage in the following locations:
Anywhere in the car exposed to direct sunlight or high
temperatures.
Anywhere the possibility of high humidity or corrosive
substances are present.
• Fix the Portable audio player in a location where driver operation
will not be hindered.
• Portable audio player may not function correctly at high or low
temperature.
• Depending on the settings of the Portable audio player type,
memory state or encoding software, the unit may not play back
or display properly.
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• If the Portable audio player has an MSC/MTP setting, set to
MTP.
• A Portable audio player in which data is stored by USB Mass
Storage may not be playable on the unit.
• Depending on the Portable audio player settings, USB Mass
Storage may be supported. For setting, refer to the Owner’s
Manual of the player.
• The unit can play back MP3/WMA files synchronized by
Windows Media Player (Ver. 10 or 11), and are then forwarded
to the player. The “mp3” or “wma” extensions are playable.
• If data is not synchronized by Windows Media Player and is
forwarded in another way, the unit may not be able to correctly
play back the files.
• WMDRM10 is supported by the unit.
• A file that is copy-protected (copyright protection) cannot be
played back.
• 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, then remove the
USB device to prevent possible damage to its memory.
• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that
is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
• Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942;
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS 2.0 +
Digital Out are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and
Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
• Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks, or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
• iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
• HD RadioTM and the HD Radio Ready logo are proprietary
trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp.
• “MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.”
• “Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, noncommercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any
right to use this product in any commercial (i.e. revenuegeneration) real time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable
and/or any other media), broadcasting/streaming via internet,
intranets and/or other networks or in other electronic content
distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand
applications. An independent license for such use is required.
For details, please visit http://www.mp3licensing.com”
• Audyssey MultEQ XT is a registered trademark of Audyssey
Laboratories Inc..
• L.L.C. (Linear Luminance Control) uses technology provided
by
Apical Limited, U.K.
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Getting Started
Accessory List
• Head unit .............................................................................1
• Power cable.........................................................................1
• Mounting sleeve ..................................................................1
• Bracket key..........................................................................2
• Flush Head Screw (M5x8) ...................................................6
• Screw (M5×8) ......................................................................8
• Remote control ....................................................................1
• Battery (CR2025).................................................................1
• Face plate............................................................................1
• Mounting Position Seal ........................................................2
• Slot Securing Screw (M2 x 4)* ............................................2
• Pre OUT Cable ....................................................................1
• AUX I/O Cable .....................................................................1
• AV extension cable..............................................................1
• USB extension cable ...........................................................1
• USB 30P cable ....................................................................1
• Owner’s Manual.............................................................1 set
* To customers who do not use an optional portable navigation:
If necessary, secure the slot panel with this screw.
If “TEL” is set, the TEL Bluetooth screen will be recalled
(when the optional Bluetooth Box is connected).
IMPRINT/AUDIO button
Press to recall the IMPRINT operation screen. (When the
optional IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) is
connected).
Pressing and holding for at least 2 seconds will recall the
AUDIO SETUP screen.
SOURCE/ button
Turns the power on. Press and hold for at least 2 seconds to
turn the power off.
Recalls the SOURCE selection screen.
OPEN button
Recalls the EJECT/TILT screen.
If the disc does not eject after touching [EJECT] of DISC,
press and hold OPEN for at least 3 seconds.
RESET switch
Be sure to press the RESET switch when using the unit for
the first time, after installing the CD changer, after changing
the car battery, etc.
Turn off the unit power, press RESET with a ballpoint pen or
similar pointed object.
DOCK indicator
Lights when a portable navigation device is inserted into the
unit.
About the button descriptions used in this Owner’s
Manual
• The buttons found on the face of the unit are expressed in bold
(e.g. SOURCE/ ). The buttons found on the touch-screen
display are shown in bold within brackets, [ ] (e.g. [SOURCE]).
• This Owner’s Manual explains mainly the function of soft
buttons, when a soft button and a unit button have the same
function.
Optional Remote Control Interface Box
This unit is operable using the vehicle’s secondary radio controls.
An Alpine Remote Control Interface Box (optional) is required. For
details, contact your Alpine dealer.
Location of Controls
Remote Sensor
Point the supplied remote control transmitter towards the
remote sensor within a range of 2 meters.
/ button
Press to adjust the volume.
MUTE button
Lowers the volume by 20 dB instantly. Press the button
again to cancel.
(OPTION) button
Press to recall the setting which is set in “Setting the VISUAL
Soft Button” (page 39).
If “V. SEL” is set, the VISUAL SETUP screen will be recalled.
If “SAT” is set, the weather channel or traffic channel will be
recalled (when the XM or SIRIUS Receiver Box is
connected).
Turning Power On or Off
Some of this unit’s functions cannot be performed while the vehicle is in
motion. Be sure to stop your vehicle in a safe location and apply the
parking brake, before attempting these operations.
1
Press SOURCE/ to turn on the unit.
• The unit can be turned on by pressing any button.
2
Press and hold SOURCE/ for at least 2 seconds to
turn off the unit.
• Some operation of the unit cannot be performed while the vehicle is
in motion. In this case, be sure to first stop your vehicle and apply the
parking brake, then perform the operation.
• The IVA-W505 is a precision device. With gentle handling, its unique
capabilities can be enjoyed for a long time.
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Inserting/Ejecting a Disc
Adjusting the Volume
1
Press OPEN on the unit.
The display changes to the EJECT/TILT screen.
2
Insert a disc:
Touch [OPEN] on the EJECT/TILT screen.
The movable monitor will open, then insert a disc into the
disc slot. Inserting a disc will close the monitor
automatically.
Disc Slot
Eject the disc:
Touch [EJECT] of DISC on the EJECT/TILT screen.
The movable monitor will open. Then the disc is ejected.
3
Touch [CLOSE] on the EJECT/TILT screen.
The movable monitor will close.
• Touching [ ] returns to the earlier main source screen.
• Do not apply shock to the movable monitor when it is open as it may
result in malfunction of the unit.
• The monitor may be dim during low temperature and immediately
after turning on the power. The brightness will return to normal as
time elapses.
• The monitor will stop at the set tilt angle when closing.
CAUTION
Keep hands (or any other object) away from the monitor while it
is opening or closing to avoid damage or injury. The back of the
movable monitor will get very warm under normal operating
conditions. This is not a malfunction. Do not touch.
Adjust the volume by pressing or .
Volume decreases/increases continuously by pressing and
holding or .
Volume: 0 - 35
Lowering Volume Quickly
Activating the Audio Mute function will instantly lower the volume
level by 20 dB.
Press
MUTE
The audio level will decrease by about 20 dB.
Pressing
previous level.
to activate the MUTE mode.
MUTE
again will bring the audio back to its
How to view the Display
Soft button operation
• Be sure to touch the button lightly with the pad of your finger on the
display to protect the display.
• If you touch a button and there is no reaction, remove your finger
from the display, and try again.
About the button descriptions used in this Owner’s Manual
• Soft buttons, ones found in the display, are shown in bold
enclosed in brackets, [ ] (e.g. [SOURCE]).
• Whenever a soft button and a head unit button have the same
function, the explanations in this Owner’s Manual will describe
the function of the soft button.
Recalling the Source
Here is an example explanation for the Radio mode display on how to
recall a source.
Adjusting the Monitor Viewing Angle
Adjust the monitor’s angle for better visibility.
1
Press OPEN on the unit.
The display changes to the EJECT/TILT screen.
2
Touch [ ] or [ ] of TILT to adjust the desired
monitor angle.
The monitor angle can be adjusted in 5 stages.
3
Touch [ ] to return to the previous screen.
• If the monitor touches an obstacle while the angle is being adjusted,
it will stop immediately.
• The screen color will vary when viewed at certain angles. Adjust the
screen angle for the best viewing position.
• If the voltage of the vehicle’s battery power is low, the screen may
blink when the screen angle is changed. This is normal and not a
malfunction.
• Touching and holding [ ] for at least 2 seconds will change to the
main source screen.
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1
Touch [SOURCE] on the main screen.
The SOURCE selection screen is displayed.
Display example for SOURCE selection screen
Changes to VISUAL selection screen.
Set to VISUAL in “Setting the VISUAL Soft Button”
(on page 39).
Changes to SETUP selection screen.
Changes to main source screen.
Displays source modes that can be selected
(The kind of source modes that are displayed varies
depending on connection and setting).
A
Returns to the previous screen.
Changes to the REAR selection screen when “Setting
the Picture Output” (page 39) is set to ON.
A
The information about the current source.
e.g. The DISC image, Track NO. and Track time will be
displayed in DISC mode.
2
Touch [RADIO].
The screen changes to the Radio mode main display.
Display example for FM Radio main screen
Changes to the SOURCE selection screen (to Step 1
screen)
Displays the source name, such as radio band, etc.,
that is selected
Changes the display style, refer to “Selecting the
Display Style” (on page 14).
Display time and volume level
Function Guide:
The function guide display varies depending on each
source.
The contents of the function guide change by touching
[P1/2]* or [P1/3]* on the function guide, and many other
operations can be performed.
* Display may vary depending on the connected devices.
3
Touch [SOURCE] on the main source screen to
change to another source screen, and select the
desired source from the SOURCE selection screen.
• After 5 seconds of each operation in the visual mode, the screen
changes to the visual screen only.
To display the main source screen, touch the display panel, then
touch [ESC] on the screen. The SOURCE selection screen appears
by touching [SOURCE] on the changed main source screen.
Displaying the Numeric Keypad Input Screen
The numeric keypad input screen is displayed when the DVD mode is
selected for searching a title or chapter. It can also be used for entering a
country code or password for DVD setup, and for selecting a channel
number in the SAT Radio mode etc.
1
Touch [10KEY] on the main source screen.
2
Touch the desired numeric key.
Display example for numeric keypad
Operation buttons of this area can be used while
displaying the numeric keypad input screen.
Input screen area
Closes numeric keypad input screen
All input numbers will be deleted
Previous number will be deleted
Input number is confirmed
Numeric keypad
The numeric keypad input screen closes when the area
is touched while displayed.
3
Touch [ENT] to confirm your entry.
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Selecting the Display Style
You can change the style of display by touching [Style] in normal mode
of every source.
Style 1 (Initial) Style 2
Display example for iPod main screen
<Style 1>
Changes to the L .L .C. adjustment screen (Only for
visual source) directly, refer to page 40.
Changes to the Bass*1, Treble*1 and Subwoofer*2 Level
adjustment screen directly.
When an optional external audio processor with the
MEDIA XPANDER function is connected to this unit and
Defeat is set to OFF, MEDIA XPANDER level may be also
adjusted directly.
• If the optional IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) is
connected, MultEQ must also be set to OFF to adjust the
MEDIA XPANDER directly.
*1 Adjustment cannot be performed when DEFEAT is set to ON.
*2 Adjustment cannot be performed when SUBWOOFER is set to OFF
(page 26).
Displays the next 5 songs’ name (Only for the USB
AUDIO and iPod mode).
Radio
Display example for FM Radio main screen
[SOURCE] button: Refer to page 12
[VISUAL] button: Displays the VISUAL selection screen
[SETUP] button: Displays the SETUP selection screen
[Style] button: Refer to page 14
[DX SEEK]* button: Displays the tuning mode selection
list.
Displays the preset number/frequency
This unit cannot receive HD Radio signals (digital terrestrial radio).
In order to activate the digital radio functions described below, an
optional HD Radio Tuner module must be connected through the AiNET bus.
Listening to the Radio
1
Touch [SOURCE] on the main source screen.
The SOURCE selection screen is displayed.
<Style 2>
Displays the image of the current source.
• If the playing song contains artwork, the artwork can be
displayed in (Only for USB AUDIO*3 and iPod*4 mode).
*3 USB memory is connected by using USB connector and only JPEG
or BMP (565 formatted only) pictures that are smaller than 80 KB
can be displayed.
*4iPod is connected by using the USB connector.
Receiving Analog Radio:
2
Touch [RADIO].
The radio mode is activated and the display changes to the
Radio Mode screen.
Receiving HD Radio (if TUA-T500HD is connected):
2
Touch [HD RADIO].
The digital radio mode is activated and the display changes
to the HD Radio Tuner Mode screen.
3
Touch [BAND] to select the desired radio band.
Each press changes the bands as follows:
FM-1 FM-2 AM FM-1
4
Touch [DX SEEK]* to choose the tuning mode.
DX SEEK Local SEEK MANUAL
• There are two modes you can select for auto tuning, DX and
Local:
- DX (Distance) mode;
Both strong and weak stations will be tuned in.
- Local mode;
Only strong stations will be tuned in.
The initial setting is DX.
* The button displays the current tuning mode.
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5
Touch [ ], [ ] or [ ], [ ] to change the
radio frequency up or down respectively.
In manual mode, touch and hold to change the frequency
continuously.
• “DIGITAL” is displayed when a digital radio station is received.
• Refer to “Digital SEEK Setting (HD Radio mode only)” on page 34.
Presetting Stations Manually
1
Tune in a desired radio station you wish to store in
the preset memory by manual or automatic seek
tuning.
2
Touch [P1/2]* to change the function guide.
* [P 1/3] is displayed in the HD Radio mode.
3
Touch and hold any one of the preset buttons
[P.SET 1] through [P.SET 6] for at least 2 seconds.
The selected station is stored.
4
Repeat the procedure to store up to 5 other stations
onto the same band.
To use this procedure for other bands, simply select the
desired band and repeat the procedure.
A total of 18 stations can be stored in the preset memory
(6 stations for each band; FM1, FM2 or AM).
• If a preset memory has already been set in the same preset number, it
will be cleared and the new station will be memorized.
Presetting Stations Automatically
The tuner can automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the
selected band in order of signal strength.
After selecting the desired band, touch [A.MEMO].
The tuner automatically seeks and stores 6 strong stations into
[P.SET 1] to [P.SET 6] in order of signal strength.
When the automatic storing has been completed, the tuner goes
to the station stored in [P.SET 1].
• If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station
you were listening to before the automatic storing procedure began.
Tuning to Preset Stations
You can tune in the preset stations in memory on each band using the
preset number.
1
After selecting the desired band, touch [P1/2]* to
change the function guide.
* [P 1/3] is displayed in the HD Radio mode.
2
Touch any one of the preset buttons [P.SET 1]
through [P.SET 6] that has a station stored to it.
The preset station is received.
Changing the Display (HD Radio mode only)
Text information, such as Station name, Song title, Artist, etc., is
displayed while receiving a digital radio station.
Touch [INFO.] on the HD Radio Tuner mode main
screen.
Each time you touch this button, the display changes as shown
below.
Short Station Name *
Song title *
Artist *
Album *
*1Displays Short Station Name / Long Station Name in the Station
Information Service Data.
*2Displays Song title / Artist / Album in the main program Service
Data.
2
2
2
1
Long Station Name *
1
Receiving a Multicast (HD Radio mode only)
Multicasting is the ability to broadcast multiple program streams over a
single FM frequency. This increases the amount and diversity of content
choices. A maximum of eight multicast station channels can be selected
on this unit.
When a radio station multicast is received, the “MULTICAST”
indicator lights.
1
Touch [ ] in the HD Radio Tuner mode.
The program list is displayed.
2
Touch [ ] of the desired program type.
The selected program is received.
3
Touch [ ] or [ ] of PROGRAM on the function
guide.
The sub channel of the received radio station is changed.
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CD/MP3/WMA/AAC
Display example for MP3/WMA/AAC main screen
[SOURCE] button: Refer to page 12
[VISUAL] button: Displays the VISUAL selection screen
[SETUP] button: Displays the SETUP selection screen
[Style] button: Refer to page 14
[ ] button: Refer to page 27
CD:
Displays the Track text*1/Disc text*1.
• If there is neither Track nor Disc name information, “NO TEXT” will
be displayed.
MP3/WMA/AAC:
After displaying the file name in the upper line, the track
name is displayed if there is ID3 tag information.
After displaying the folder name in the lower line, the album
name/artist name are displayed if there is ID3 tag
information.
CD:
Displays the disc number*2/track number/elapsed time.
MP3/WMA/AAC:
Displays the disc number*3/folder number/track number/
elapsed playback time.
*1Displayed when a CD text disc is inserted.
*2Displayed when a CD changer is connected.
*3Displayed when an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected.
Playback
1
Touch [SOURCE] on the main source screen.
The SOURCE selection screen is displayed.
2
Touch [DISC].
The display shows the DISC mode screen.
When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC is inserted into the DISC SLOT
of the IVA-W505, with the label side facing up, the unit starts
to play the CD/MP3/WMA/AAC.
3
Touch [ ] or [ ] to select the desired track
(file).
Returning to the beginning of the current track (file):
Touch [ ].
Fast reverse :
Touch and hold [ ].
Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file) :
Touch [ ].
Fast forward :
Touch and hold [ ].
To pause playback
Touch [ / ].
Touching [ / ] again will resume playback.
Inserting/Ejecting a Disc
Refer to “Inserting/Ejecting a Disc” (page 12).
• The IVA-W505 model includes a built-in MP3/WMA/AAC unit. You
can play CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA/
AAC files on this unit. Use the format compliant with this unit.
For further information about playing or storing MP3/WMA/AAC
files, refer to pages 17 and 18 before using the unit.
• WMA format files that are protected by DRM (Digital Rights
Management), AAC format files that have been purchased from
iTunes Music Store and files that are copy-protected (copyright
protection) cannot be played back on this unit.
• The unit can play discs containing both audio data and MP3/WMA/
AAC data.
• The track display for CD audio data playback is the track numbers
recorded on the disc.
• Three-inch (8 cm) CDs can be used.
• “Playing MP3/WMA/AAC Data (FILE PLAY MODE)” is mentioned
on page 33.
• If an MP3/WMA/AAC disc with many files and folders is played, it
takes a little longer than normal to start playback.
• Touch [ ] to activate the search mode. For operations, refer to
“Search Function” on page 27.
However, the search mode function does not work in the CD changer
mode.
• The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR
(Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back.
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Repeat Play
Touch [ ] to play back repeatedly the track currently
being played.
The track (file) will be played repeatedly.
Touch [ ] again and select OFF to deactivate Repeat play.
CD: RPT RPT DISC*1 (off) RPT
MP3/WMA/AAC:
1 Touch [P1/2]*3 to change the function guide.
2 Touch [ ] and select the desired Repeat play.
RPT RPT FLDR*2 RPT DISC*1 (off) RPT
*1If a CD Changer or an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected
and the RPT DISC mode is selected, the unit repeatedly plays back
all tracks (files) on the disc selected.
*2Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back.
*3Display may vary depending on the connected devices.
M.I.X. (Random Play)
Touch [ ] during playback.
The tracks (files) on the disc will be played back in a random
sequence.
To cancel M.I.X. play, touch [ ].
CD: M.I.X. M.I.X. ALL*1 (off) M.I.X.
MP3/WMA/AAC:
1 Touch [P1/2]*4 to change the function guide.
2 Touch [ ] and select the desired M.I.X. play.
M.I.X. FLDR*3 M.I.X.*2 (off) M.I.X. FLDR*
*1If a CD Changer equipped with the M.I.X. ALL function is connected,
M.I.X. ALL will also be selectable.
In this mode, the tracks on all the CDs in the current magazine will
be included in the random playback sequence.
*2If an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected, all files in a disc are
played back in random sequence, and playback shifts to the next disc.
*3Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence in the
M.I.X. FLDR mode.
*4Display may vary depending on the connected devices.
• If the search mode (page 27) is activated, the M.I.X. play mode will
be canceled.
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About MP3/WMA/AAC
CAUTION
Except for private use, duplicating audio data (including MP3/
WMA/AAC data) or distributing, transferring, or copying it,
whether for free or for a fee, without permission of the copyright
holder is strictly prohibited by the Copyright Act and by
international treaty.
What is MP3?
MP3, whose official name is “MPEG-1, 2, 2.5 Audio Layer 3”, is a
compression standard prescribed by the ISO, the International
Standardization Organization and MPEG which is a joint activity
institution of the IEC.
MP3 files contain compressed audio data. MP3 encoding is
capable of compressing audio data at extremely high ratios,
reducing the size of music files to as much as one-tenth their
original size. This is achieved while still maintaining near CD
quality. The MP3 format realizes such high compression ratios
by eliminating the sounds that are either inaudible to the human
ear or masked by other sounds.
What is AAC?
AAC is the abbreviation for “Advanced Audio Coding”, and is a
basic format of audio compression used by MPEG2 or MPEG4.
What is WMA?
WMA, or “Windows Media™ Audio,” is compressed audio data.
WMA is similar to MP3 audio data and can achieve CD quality
sound with small file sizes.
Method for creating MP3/WMA/AAC files
Audio data is compressed using software with MP3/WMA/AAC
codecs. For details on creating MP3/WMA/AAC files, refer to the
user’s manual for that software.
MP3/WMA/AAC files that are playable on this device have the
file extensions.
MP3: “mp3”
WMA: “wma” (ver. 7.1, 8 , 9, 9.1 and 9.2 are supported)
AAC: “m4a”
WMA is not supported for the following files, Windows Media
Audio Professional, Windows Media Audio 9 Voice or Windows
Media Audio 9 Pro Lossless.
There are many different versions of the AAC format. Confirm
that the software being used conforms to the acceptable
formats listed above. It’s possible that the format may be
unplayable even though the extension is valid.
Playback of AAC files encoded by iTunes is supported.
Supported playback sampling rates and bit rates
Selecting Folders (concerning MP3/ WMA/AAC)
Touch FOLDER [ ] or [ ] to select the folder.
MP3
Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz,
16 kHz, 12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz
Bit rates: 32 - 320 kbps
WMA
Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz
Bit rates: 48 - 192 kbps
AAC
Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz,
16 kHz, 12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz
Bit rates: 16 - 320 kbps
This device may not play back correctly depending on sampling
rates.
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ID3 tags/WMA tags
If tag data is in an MP3/WMA/AAC file, this device can display
the title (track title), artist name, and album name ID3 tag/WMA
tag data (maximum 128 characters).
This device can only display single-byte alphanumeric
characters and the underscore. For non-supported characters,
“NO SUPPORT” is displayed.
The number of characters may be limited, or not correctly
displayed, depending on the tag information.
Playing back MP3/WMA/AAC
MP3/WMA/AAC files are prepared, then written to a CD-R,
CD-RW (DVD-R/DVD-RW) using CD-R writing software. A disc
can hold up to 1024 files/256 folders (including Root Folders),
and the maximum number of folders is 255. Playback may not
be performed if a disc exceeds the limitations described above.
Media supported
The media that this device can play back are CD-ROMs, CD-Rs,
and CD-RWs, DVD-Rs and DVD-RWs.
Corresponding File Systems
This device supports discs formatted with ISO9660 Level 1 or
Level 2.
Under the ISO9660 standard, there are some restrictions to
remember.
The maximum nested folder depth is 8 (including the root
directory). The number of characters for a folder/file name is
limited.
Valid characters for folder/file names are letters A-Z (all caps),
numbers 0-9, and ‘_’ (underscore).
This device can play back discs in Joliet, Romeo, etc., and other
standards that conform to ISO9660. However, sometimes the file
names, folder names, etc., are not displayed correctly.
Formats supported
This device supports CD-ROM XA, Mixed Mode CD, Enhanced
CD (CD-Extra) and Multi-Session.
This device cannot correctly play back discs recorded with
Track At Once or packet writing.
Order of files
Files are played back in the order that the writing software writes
them to the disc. Therefore, the playback order may not be
what’s expected. Verity the writing order in the software’s
documentation. The playback order of the folders and files is as
follows. (The following numbers may differ from actually
displayed numbers.)
Root
Folder
Folder MP3/WMA/AAC File
Terminology
Bit rate
This is the “sound” compression rate specified for encoding. The
higher the bit rate, the higher the sound quality, but also the larger
the files.
Sampling rate
This value shows how many times per second the data is sampled
(recorded). For example, music CDs use a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz,
so the sound is sampled (recorded) 44,100 times per second. The
higher the sampling rate, the higher the sound quality, but also the
larger the volume of data.
Encoding
Converting music CDs, WAVE (AIFF) files, and other sound files into
the specified audio compression format.
Tag
Song information such as track titles, artist names, album names,
etc., written into MP3/WMA/AAC files.
Root folder
The root folder (or root directory) is found at the top of the file
system. The root folder contains all folders and files. It is created
automatically for all burned discs.
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DVD/Video CD
Playing a Disc
Display example for DVD Video main screen
[SOURCE] button: Refer to page 12
[VISUAL] button: Displays the VISUAL selection screen
[SETUP] button: Displays the SETUP selection screen
[Style] button: Refer to page 14
Displays the disc (DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO,
PROGRAM/PLAYLIST (DVD-VR), VIDEO CD) being
played back.
Displays tag information for DivX®.
Displays the title number/chapter number/elapsed
playback time for a DVD Video.
Displays the group number/track number/elapsed
playback time for a DVD Audio.
Displays the program or playlist number/chapter
number/elapsed playback time for a DVD-VR.
Displays the track number/elapsed playback time for a
Video CD (When PBC is turned off).
Displays the folder number/file number/elapsed
playback time for a DivX
• If [ ] on the DivX® mode screen is touched, the search list screen is
displayed. Refer to “Search Function” (page 27).
• Some operations cannot be carried out depending on the disc or
playback screen.
• Displays of the function guide [P1/2], etc., may vary depending on
the connected device(s).
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Disc types that can be used for each heading are
represented by the following marks.
DVD Commercial Video discs (used for the
distribution of movies, etc.) or a DVD-R/DVDRW, DVD+R/DVD+RW recorded in a video
mode can be used.
(Including a disc recorded with both DVD
video and DVD audio data, played back
when “VIDEO” is set in “Setting of the DVDAudio Playback Mode” (page 33).
DVD Commercial Audio discs can be used.
DVD-R/DVD-RW discs recorded in DVD-VR
mode can be used.
Video CD discs can be used.
CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/
DVD+RW discs that are recorded in the
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DivX
mode can be used.
IVA-W505 has a built-in DVD player. When an optional Alpine DVD/
Video CD/CD player (or DVD changer) is connected to the IVA-W505,
you can control it from the IVA-W505 (except some operations).
WARNING
It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the
driver to watch the DVD/TV/Video while driving the
vehicle. The driver may be distracted from looking
ahead and an accident could occur.
Install the IVA-W505 correctly so that the driver
cannot watch DVD/TV/Video unless the vehicle is
stopped and the emergency brake is applied.
If the IVA-W505 is not installed correctly, the driver
will be able to watch the DVD/TV/Video while driving
the vehicle and may be distracted from looking ahead
causing an accident. The driver or other people could
be severely injured.
To display the DVD mode screen
To watch a video source, your vehicle must be parked with the ignition
key in the ACC or ON position. To do this, follow the procedure below.
1 Push the foot brake to bring your vehicle to a complete
stop at a safe location. Engage the parking brake.
2 Keep pushing the foot brake and release the parking
brake once then engage it again.
3 While the parking brake is being engaged the second
time, release the foot brake.
• For automatic transmission vehicles, place the transmission lever in
the Park position.
Now, the locking system for the DVD mode operation has been
released. Engaging the parking brake can reactivate the DVD mode, as
long as the car’s ignition has not been turned off. It is not necessary to
repeat the above procedure (1 through 3), of “To display the DVD mode
screen.”
Each time the ignition is turned OFF, perform the procedure of “To
display the DVD mode screen.”
• If you try to activate the auxiliary device while driving, the display
will show the warning-PICTURE OFF FOR YOUR SAFETY.
Caution
• Not all functions will operate for every DVD. See the
individual DVD’s instructions for details on the
features supported.
• Fingerprints on a disc may adversely affect
playback. If a problem occurs, remove the disc and
check for fingerprints on the playback side. Clean
the disc if necessary.
• If you switch the power or Ignition key OFF or
change sources during playback, playback will
continue where you left off when you resume
playback.
• If you try to perform an invalid operation (based on
the type of disc being played), the following mark is
displayed on the monitor screen:
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• Play Position Memory Function
Even if you turn power off or switch the Ignition key
to OFF during playback or change the source,
playback will continue from the point where
playback stopped when the power is turned ON
again.
1
Touch [SOURCE] on the main source screen.
The SOURCE selection screen is displayed.
2
Touch [DISC].
The display shows the DISC mode screen.
Insert a disc with the label side facing up. The unit starts to
play the disc.
When an optional Alpine DVD player is connected:
Insert a disc into the DVD/Video CD/CD player, the player
starts playing.
• The operation screen changes to the visual screen in the DVD or
Video CD mode for 5 seconds after an operation has been performed.
Touch the display panel to display the operation screen again.
• The display mode can be changed by touching [WIDE].
For operation, see “Switching Display Modes” on page 28.
Inserting/Ejecting a Disc
Refer to “Inserting/Ejecting a Disc” (page 12).
• The reverse side of a double-sided DVD will not be played
automatically.
Remove the disc, turn it over, and reinsert it.
• DO NOT insert discs containing maps for the navigation system.
Doing so could result in damage.
• Refer also to “DVD Setup” (pages 29 to 34).
• Be sure the remote input lead is connected to the remote output lead
of this unit when a DVD changer or DVD player is connected. If not
correctly connected, touch operation cannot be performed.
• To return to the previous screen during Video CD playback (when
PBC is set to ON), touch [ ] after touching [P1/2] of the function
guide. However, the function may vary depending on the disc.
• “CAN’T DOWNMIX” is displayed when a Downmix (multi-channel
signals are mixed into 2ch) prohibited section of a DVD-Audio disc is
played. In this case, only the Lch/Rch recorded on the disc is output
as sound. (The sound of Center speaker, L-surround speaker, Rsurround speaker, and Subwoofer is not output.)
• While “INDEX READING” is displayed by DivX®, the fast-
forwarding/fast-reversing and repeat functions, etc. cannot be used.
Menu Operations
1 Touch [KEY].
The menu operation mode will be displayed.
Touch [RETURN] to return to the previous
display.
2 Select a desired menu item by touching [ ], [ ], [ ] or
[ ].
3 Touch [ENTER] to confirm the selected item.
Numeric Keypad Input Operations
1 Touch [KEY].
The menu operation mode appears.
2 Touch [KEY] again.
The numeric keypad input mode screen appears.
If a menu screen appears
On DVDs and Video CDs with playback control (PBC), menu screens
may appear automatically. If this happens, perform the operation
described below to start playback.
• To play back a DVD-Audio disc, set “VCAP” in “Setting of the DVD-
Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
Direct Menu Operations
1 Touch the DVD menu directly.
• Some operations cannot be performed depending on the disc.
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The numeric
keypad input
screen closes
when the area
is touched
while displayed.
Touch [] to close the numeric
keypad input screen.
3 Touch a desired number.
4 Touch [ENT] on the numeric keypad mode screen to
confirm your selection.
Numeric Keypad Input Operations
When PBC is turned OFF, the menu screen is not displayed. Turn it ON
to display the screen. (See “Setting the Video CD Play Mode” on
page 34.)
1 Touch [P1/2] in the Video CD mode to change the
function guide.
2 Touch [10KEY].
The numeric keypad is displayed.
3 Touch and input a desired number.
4 Touch [ENT] to confirm.
Searching by Program
1
Touch [TOP MENU] on the DVD mode main screen
while playing a DVD-VR disc.
The program search list screen is displayed.
2
Touch [ ] of the program you want to play.
The selected program is played back, and then returns to
the DVD mode main screen.
Displaying the Top Menu Screen
When a DVD contains two or more titles, the top menu screen appears.
Touch [TOP MENU] on the DVD mode main screen.
The top menu screen appears.
• To perform necessary operations, see “If a menu screen appears” on
page 20.
• To play back a DVD-Audio disc, set “VCAP” in “Setting of the DVD-
Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
Displaying the Menu Screen
With a DVD having two or more menus, a menu screen will appear for
the programs available, in addition to the main programs.
Touch [MENU] on the DVD mode main screen.
The menu screen appears.
• To perform necessary operations, see “If a menu screen appears” on
page 20.
Displaying the Menu Operation Mode Screen
1
Touch [P1/2]* on the DVD mode main screen.
The function guide changes.
* Touch [P1/3] to play back the DVD-Audio disc.
Searching by Playlist
1
Touch [MENU] on the DVD mode main screen while
playing DVD-VR disc.
The playlist search list screen is displayed.
2
Touch [ ] of the playlist you want to play.
The selected playlist is played back, and then returns to the
DVD mode main screen.
• Only discs containing a Playlist can be operated.
Stopping Playback (PRE STOP)
Press the stop button during playback to stop playback. That position is
stored in the memory.
1
Touch [ ] once during playback.
“PRE STOP” is displayed.
2
Touch [ / ] in the PRE STOP mode.
Playback starts from the position at which it was stopped.
• For some discs, the position at which playback was stopped may not
be accurate.
• To play back a DVD-Audio disc, set “VCAP” in “Setting of the DVD-
Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
2
Touch [MENU CONT].
The menu operation mode screen appears.
• For further operation, see “If a menu screen appears” on page 20.
• To play back a DVD-Audio disc, set “VCAP” in “Setting of the DVD-
Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
Stopping Playback
Touch [ ] twice or touch and hold [ ] for at least 2
seconds during playback.
“STOP” is displayed, and playback stops.
• Playback starts from the beginning when [ / ] is touched while
playback is stopped.
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Fast-forwarding/Fast-reversing
Playing Still Frames (Pausing)
DVD-Video, DVD-VR, Video-CD, DVD-Audio (VCAP
mode)*, DivX
1
During playback, touch and hold [ ] (Fastreverse) or [ ] (Fast-forward).
When touched and held for more than 1 second, the disc is
forwarded/reversed at double speed. When held for 5 more
seconds or longer, the disc is forwarded/reversed at 8 times
the normal speed. When held for 10 seconds or longer, the
disc is forwarded/reversed at 21 times the normal speed.
DVD-Audio (VOFF mode)*:
1
During playback, touch and hold [ ] (Fastreverse) or [ ] (Fast-forward).
2
Stop touching [ ] or [ ] to return to normal
playback.
* When “VCAP” or “VOFF” is set in “Setting of the DVD-Audio
Playback Mode” (page 33).
• No sound is played back during fast-forwarding/fast-reversing.
• For DVDs and Video CDs with playback control (PBC), the menu
screen may reappear during fast-forwarding/fast-reversing.
• This operation may not be possible on certain discs.
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Finding the Beginnings of Chapters/ Tracks/Files
1
During playback, touch [ / ].
2
Touch [ / ] to resume playback.
• No sound is played during the still frame mode.
• The image or sound may stop temporarily when playback starts from
the pause mode. This is not a malfunction.
Forward/reverse frame-by-frame Playback
1
In the pause mode, touch [ ] or [ ].
The picture advances or reverses by one frame each time
the button is touched.
2
Touch [ / ] to return to normal mode.
• No sound is output during forward/reverse frame-by-frame playback.
• Reverse frame-by-frame cannot be carried out on the DVD-VR and
Video CD.
Slow Motion Playback
1
When [ ] or [ ] is touched and held while in
the pause mode, the 1/8th speed slow motion
playback mode is set.
When held in for 5 more seconds, the slow motion
speed switches to 1/2 the normal speed.
During playback, touch [ ] or [ ].
The chapter/track/file switches each time the button is touched,
and playback of the selected chapter/track/file starts.
:Touch this to start playback from the beginning of the
following chapter, track or file.
:Touch this to start playback from the beginning of the
current chapter, track or file.
• Some DVDs do not have chapters.
• Be sure to turn PBC off before starting the search. (See “Setting the
Video CD Play Mode” on page 34.)
Supplementary explanations
“Chapters” are divisions of movies or musical selections on
DVDs.
“Tra cks ” are divisions of movies or musical selections on
Video CD, DVD Audio and music CDs.
“Group” associates a track (one song) with other tracks
stored on a DVD-Audio.
Group playback differs, depending on the disc.
“Playlist” specifies a range of images and their playback
order.
Only discs containing a Playlist can be used.
2
Stop touching [ ] or [ ] to pause, and touch
[ / ] to play back.
• No sound is played during slow motion playback.
• Reverse slow motion playback is not available on the DVD-VR and
Video CD.
• 1/2, 1/8 are approximate speeds. The actual speed differs from disc to
disc.
Selecting Program (SKIP)
1
Touch [P1/3] twice while playing a DVD-VR disc.
The PROGRAM function guide is displayed.
2
Touch PROGRAM* [ ] or [ ] to select a program.
* To switch the function guide display PLAYLIST [ ] or [ ] to
PROGRAM [ ] or [ ], play back the program. For details, refer
to “Searching by Program” (page 21).
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Selecting Playlist (SKIP)
1
Touch [P1/3] twice while playing a DVD-VR disc.
The PLAYLIST function guide is displayed.
2
Touch PLAYLIST* [ ] or [ ] to select a playlist.
* To switch the function guide display PROGRAM [ ] or [ ] to
PLAYLIST [ ] or [ ], play back the playlist. For details, refer to
“Searching by Playlist” (page 21).
Selecting Folders
Touch FOLDER [ ] or [ ] to select the folder.
Repeat Playback
DVD Audio
Touch [ ] on the touch screen.
The repeat mode switches every time the button is touched.
VCAP mode*1:
REPEAT
REPEAT GROUP
REPEAT OFF
VOFF mode*1:
RPT
RPT GROUP
The track is played repeatedly.
The group is played repeatedly.
Playback returns to normal mode.
The track is played repeatedly.
The group is played repeatedly.
Use this function to play the disc’s titles, chapters or tracks, etc.,
repeatedly.
DVD Video
Touch [ ] on the touch screen.
The repeat mode switches every time the button is touched.
REPEAT
REPEAT TITLE
REPEAT OFF
• Display may vary depending on the connected devices.
• The REPEAT mode is always turned off when [ ] is touched and
held for at least 2 seconds.
Video CD
During playback, touch [ ] on the touch screen.
The repeat mode switches every time the button is touched.
REPEAT
REPEAT DISC
REPEAT OFF
* Displayed only in the changer mode.
• Display may vary depending on the connected devices.
• The track/disc repeat modes cannot be used on Video CDs with
playback control (PBC). These modes can be carried out after
turning PBC off. See “Setting the Video CD Play Mode” on page 34.
• For some discs it is not possible to switch the repeat mode.
The chapter is played repeatedly.
The title is played repeatedly.
Playback returns to normal mode.
The track is played repeatedly.
The disc is played repeatedly.
*
Playback does not repeat.
(off)
*1When “VCAP” or “VOFF” is set in “Setting of the DVD-Audio
Playback Mode” (page 33).
DVD-VR
Touch [ ] on the touch screen.
The repeat mode switches every time the button is touched.
The Program mode*2:
REPEAT
REPEAT PROGRAM
REPEAT DISC
The Playlist mode*2:
REPEAT
REPEAT PLAYLIST
REPEAT DISC
*2To switch the Program mode display to the Playlist mode display on
the DVD mode main screen, play back via program or playlist
search. Refer to “Searching by Program” or “Searching by Playlist”
(page 21).
• Only discs containing a Playlist can be displayed.
The disc is played repeatedly.
The chapter is played
repeatedly.
The program is played
repeatedly.
All programs are played
repeatedly.
The chapter is played
repeatedly.
The playlist is played
repeatedly.
All playlists are played
repeatedly.
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DivX
1
During playback, touch [P1/2].
The function guide changes.
2
Touch [ ].
The repeat mode switches every time the button is touched.
REPEAT
REPEAT FOLDER
REPEAT DISC (OFF)
• The REPEAT mode is always turned off when [ ] is touched and
held for at least 2 seconds.
The file is played repeatedly.
The folder is played repeatedly.
The disc is played repeatedly.
Searching by Title/Group/Program/ Playlist/Folder Number
Use this function to easily find positions on the DVD using the DVD’s
titles, groups, programs or playlists.
1
Touch [P1/2]* while playback is stopped.
The function guide appears.
* Touch [P1/3] while playing a DVD-Audio or DVD-VR disc.
2
Touch [10KEY].
The numeric keypad input mode screen appears.
3
Touch and enter the chapter or track number you
want to play.
See page 20 for operation of the numeric keypad.
4
Touch [ENT] to confirm your selection.
Playback will start from the selected chapter or track.
• This function is not available for a disc on which chapters or tracks
are not stored.
• Be sure to turn PBC off before starting the search. (See “Setting the
Video CD Play Mode” on page 34.)
• For a Video CD disc, a track number can be selected even in the stop
mode.
Switching the Angle
On DVDs in which scenes have been filmed from multiple angles, the
angle can be switched during playback.
1
During playback, touch [P1/2]*.
The function guide changes.
* Touch [P1/3] while playing a DVD-Audio.
2
Touch [ANGLE].
The angle switches between the angles recorded on the
disc every time the button is touched.
• Some time may be required for the angle to change.
• Depending on the disc, the angle may switch in one of two ways.
- Seamless: The angle switches smoothly.
- Non-seamless: When the angle is switched, a still picture is
displayed first, after which the angle switches.
• To play back a DVD-Audio disc, set “VCAP” in “Setting of the DVD-
Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
3
Enter a desired title, group, program or playlist by
touching its title, group, program or playlist number.
See page 20 for operation of the numeric keypad.
4
Confirm your selection by touching [ENT].
Playback will start from the title number selected.
• To switch the Program mode display to the Playlist mode display on
the DVD mode main screen, play back via program or playlist
search. Refer to “Searching by Program” or “Searching by Playlist”
(page 21).
• This function cannot be used on discs on which no title numbers are
recorded.
• Playback starts from the beginning of the chapter/track number in the
state of PRE STOP.
• Some disc may not accept any operation.
Searching Directly by Chapter, Track or File Number
Use this function to easily move to the beginnings of the chapters, tracks
or files on the disc.
1
Touch [P1/2]* in any mode other than stop mode.
The function guide will appear.
* Touch [P1/3] while playing a DVD-VR disc or DVD-Audio disc.
2
Touch [10KEY].
The numeric keypad input mode screen will appear.
Scroll to Move the Page Forward or Back
“Page” is a still image stored on a DVD-Audio disc.
1
Touch [P1/3] twice while playing a DVD-Audio disc
in VCAP mode*.
* To play back a DVD-Audio disc when “VCAP” is set in “Setting of
the DVD-Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
2
Touch PAGE [ ] or [ ].
The display switches.
Touch and hold to display the home page.
• For DVD-Audio discs without Pages, depending on the DVD-Audio
disc, the “Page” function may not be operable if images are in slide
show form.
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Switching the Audio Tracks
Switching from the disc menu
DVDs with multiplex audio or audio languages allow switching the
sound during playback.
1
During playback, touch [P1/2]*1.
*1 The display differs according to the disc (mode).
2
Touch [AUDIO].
The sound switches between the alternate audio tracks
recorded on the disc every time the button is touched.
• The alternate track selected becomes the default setting every time
the power is turned on or the disc is replaced. If the disc does not
include that track, the disc’s default language is selected instead.
• Not all discs will allow changing the alternate audio tracks during
playback. In these cases, select audio tracks from the DVDs menu.
• There may be a delay before the selected alternate track begins to
play.
Video CDs or DVD-VR disc with multiplex audio
1
During playback, touch [P1/2]*2.
The function guide changes.
*2Touch [P1/3] while playing a DVD-VR disc.
2
Touch [AUDIO]*3.
The left and right channels will be output as shown below,
each time the button is touched.
*3Touch [AUDIO] for at least 2 seconds to switch while playing a
DVD-VR disc.
AUDIO LL AUDIO RR AUDIO LR AUDIO LL
For some discs, the audio language, angle and subtitles can be switched
from the disc menu.
1
Touch [MENU] or [TOP MENU] to display the
menu.
2
Select an item to confirm it.
See “If a menu screen appears” on page 20.
• To play back a DVD-Audio disc, set “VCAP” in “Setting of the DVD-
Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
Displaying the Disc Status for DVD/Video CD
Use the procedure described below to display the status (title number,
chapter number, group number, etc.) of the currently playing DVD or of
the currently playing Video CD (track number, etc.) on the monitor.
1
During playback, touch the display panel.
The operation menu screen is displayed.
2
Touch [ESC] within 5 seconds.
The display status is displayed for 5 seconds.
• To play back a DVD-Audio disc, set “VCAP” in “Setting of the DVD-
Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
About DivX
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Switching the Subtitles (Subtitle Language)
With DVDs on which multiple subtitle languages are recorded, the
subtitle language can be switched during playback; moreover, subtitles
can be hidden.
1
During playback, touch [P1/2]*.
The function guide changes.
* Touch [P1/3] while playing a DVD-Audio or DVD-VR disc.
2
Touch [SUBT.].
Touching this button repeatedly selects sequentially the
subtitle languages recorded on the disc, and then turns the
subtitles OFF.
• To play back a DVD-Audio disc, set “VCAP” in “Setting of the DVD-
Audio Playback Mode” (page 33).
• There may be a delay before the selected subtitle appears.
• Not all discs will allow changing the subtitles during playback. In
these cases, select subtitles from the DVDs menu.
• The subtitle language selected becomes the default setting every time
the power is turned on or the disc is replaced. If the disc does not
include that language, the disc’s default language is selected instead.
However, the subtitle language may differ depending on the disc.
• For some discs, the subtitles will be displayed even when this is set to
OFF. However, the subtitle language may differ depending on the
disc.
• Switches the subtitles ON/OFF while playing a DVD-VR disc.
DivX® is a codec (software) program to compress moving images while
maintaining image quality using a highly advanced compression ratio
and operating speed.
• Official DivX® Certified product
• Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 5) with
standard playback of DivX
• DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of
DivX, Inc. and are used under license
The unit can play back CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/
DVD+RW discs that are recorded in the DivX® mode with
extension “avi” or “divx”.
The optimum size for DivX® disc playback is as follows:
Screen Size: 32 to 720 pixel (horizontal) × 32 to 576 pixel
With an aspect ratio other than 16:9, black bars may be
displayed on the left and right sides, or at the top and bottom of
the screen.
Image bit rate: “average 4 Mbps, Peak 8 Mbps”
The following audio recording systems are supported.
MPEG1 Layer II 64 to 384 kbps
MPEG1 Layer III 32 to 320 kbps
MPEG2 Layer III 8 to 160 kbps
MPEG2.5 Layer III 8 to 160 kbps
Dolby Digital 64 to 448 kbps (Max. 5.1ch)
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media files
(vertical)
Home
Theater Profile supported
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Other Useful Features
Adjusting the Audio
1
Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen.
The SETUP selection screen is displayed.
2
Touch [AUDIO SETUP].
The AUDIO SETUP screen appears.
Display Example for Audio Adjustment Screen
• Touching [ ] or [ ] will scroll the list one line at a time.
• Touching [ ] or [ ] will scroll the list one page at a time.
• Touching [ESC] will change to the main source screen.
• The A.PROCESSOR menu items will differ depending on which
optional audio processor is connected. The IMPRINT audio
processor (PXA-H100) or External Audio processors may be used.
For details, refer to “IMPRINT Operation (Optional)” (page 50) or
“External Audio Processor (Optional)” (page 43).
Adjusting Balance/Fader
Touch [ ] of BALANCE/FADER, the adjusting screen of
BALANCE/FADER will be displayed.
Display Example for BALANCE/FADER Screen
C
Adjusting the Balance/Fader Directly
Touch and move [ ] to a desired setting.
Or touch a desired setting range, and [ ] will move to that
location.
Touch [L] or [R] of Balance and [F] or [R] of Fader for fine-tuning.
Turning Defeat ON or OFF
Touch [ ] to display the DEFEAT adjusting screen.
Touch [ ] or [ ] of DEFEAT to set to ON or OFF.
If you set the defeat to ON, MX of an external audio processor is
turned OFF and EQ is returned to the initial setting.
Adjusting NAV. MIX Level
Touch [ ] or [ ] of NAV. MIX LEVEL to adjust the
volume of navigation interruption.
Setting range: 0 to 15
• This adjustment becomes available when NAV. MIX is turned on in
“Setting the Navigation Interruption” (page 38).
• The setting navigation interruption is not displayed if an external
audio processor not compatible with NAV. MIX is connected.
Adjusting the Subwoofer Level
Touch [ ] or [ ] of SUBWOOFER to set the subwoofer
ON/OFF.
Touch [ ] to display the SUBWOOFER output adjusting screen
after setting the SUBWOOFER to ON.
Touch [ ] or [ ] to adjust the SUBWOOFER output.
Setting range: 0 to 15
• When an external processor is connected, the display changes from
“SUBWOOFER” to the “SUBW.LV” item. You can change the
subwoofer output level between 0 and 15 by touching [ ] or [ ].
• The SUBWOOFER SYSTEM, SUBWOOFER PHASE and
SUBWOOFER CHANNEL may be set when an optional IMPRINT
audio processor (PXA-H100) is connected, SUBWOOFER is set to
ON, and MultEQ OFF mode is selected. For details, refer to “Setting
the Subwoofer” on page 54.
Adjusting H.P.F. (Highpass Filter)
Touch [ ] to display the H.P.F. adjusting screen.
Touch [ ] or [ ] of the desired speaker.
Setting range: OFF, 80 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz
• Select OFF when no adjustment is required.
• When an external processor or IMPRINT audio processor
(PXA-H100) is connected, the display changes from “H.P.F.” to the
“A.PROCESSOR” item. For “A.PROCESSOR” operation, refer to
“External Audio Processor (optional)” on page 43 or “IMPRINT
Operation (Optional) on page 50.
A
Adjusting the Fader
Touch [F] or [R] to adjust the volume of the front and
rear speakers.
Setting range: F15 to R15
• If an IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) is connected to this unit
and you have set the 2.2ch (3WAY)/4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.)
switch of the IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) to 2.2ch
(3WAY), you cannot adjust the FADER mode. For details, refer to the
Owner’s Manual of PXA-H100.
B
Adjusting the Balance
Touch [L] or [R] to adjust the sound volume of the left
and right speakers.
Setting range: L15 to R15
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Adjusting Bass/Treble
You can change the bass/treble frequency emphasis to
create your own tonal preference.
Touch [ ] to display the Bass/Treble adjusting screen.
Touch [ ] or [ ] on the scroll bar to scroll the setup items line
by line.
• Adjustment cannot be performed when an external audio processor is
connected and DEFEAT is set to ON.
Setting the Bass level
You can emphasize or weaken the bass frequency.
Touch [ ] or [ ] of BASS LEVEL to select the desired bass
level.
Setting range: –7 to +7
Setting the Bass Center Frequency
The displayed bass frequency is emphasized.
Touch [ ] or [ ] of BASS FREQ to select the desired bass
center frequency.
Setting range: 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz
Setting the Bass Bandwidth
Changes the boosted bass bandwidth to wide or narrow.
A wider setting will boost a wide range of frequencies
above and below the center frequency. A narrower
setting will boost only frequencies near the center
frequency.
Touch [ ] or [ ] of BASS BANDWIDTH to select the desired
bass band width.
Setting range: WIDE1 to WIDE4
• The bass level settings will be individually memorized for each
source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is changed. The bass
frequency and bass bandwidth settings adjusted for one source are
effective for all other sources (FM, AM, CD etc.).
Setting the treble level
You can emphasize the treble frequency.
Touch [ ] or [ ] of TREBLE LEVEL to select the desired treble
level.
Setting range: –7 to +7
Setting the Treble Center Frequency
The displayed treble frequency is emphasized.
Touch [ ] or [ ] of TREBLE FREQ to select the desired treble
center frequency.
Setting range:10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 15 kHz, 17.5 kHz
• The treble level settings will be individually memorized for each
source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is changed. The Treble
frequency settings adjusted for one source are effective for all other
sources (FM, AM, CD, etc.).
Setting the Loudness
Loudness introduces a special low- and high-frequency
emphasis at low listening levels. This compensates for
the ear’s decreased sensitivity to bass and treble sound.
Touch [ ] or [ ] of LOUDNESS to set to ON or OFF.
Search Function
Display Example for Search Screen
[ ] is displayed if there is a hierarchical list.
Select directly by touching [ ], and its track (or folder/
file) is played back.
Scroll the list one line at a time by touching [ ] or [ ].
Scroll the list one page at a time by touching [ ] or [ ].
Touch [ ] to return to the previous list screen.
• The search function does not work on the DVD, Video CD or CD
changer. If [TOP MENU] or [MENU] is touched in the DVD-VR
mode, the unit changes to the search function. Refer to“Searching by
Program”and “Searching by Playlist” (page 21).
• A folder list is displayed only during MP3/WMA/AAC playback when
the DVD player (DVA-5210) or changer compatible with MP3 is
connected.
Internal CD player mode
1 The track list* screen appears.
2 Touch [ ] of a desired track text*.
The selected track will be played back.
* If the CD is text compatible only.
• “TRACK” is displayed in the track text list if there is no text on
the disc.
Internal MP3/WMA/AAC/DivX Player/external
®
MP3-compatible DVD Player/Changer Mode
1 The folder list screen appears.
Select a desired folder and then touch [ ]. ([ ]
appears only when a file is present in the selected folder.)
The file list screen is displayed.
• Touch [ ] to play back the folder directly.
2 Touch [ ] of a desired file name.
The selected file will be played back.
1
Touch [ ] on the function guide while in the CD,
MP3/WMA/AAC or DivX® mode.
Search list screen is displayed.
Select a desired track or folder
Touch [ ] for direct playback.
When a hierarchical list is prepared, [ ] will be
displayed. Touch [ ] to display the respective
hierarchy list screens.
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Rear Entertainment Function
The rear entertainment function independently routes different sources
to the front and the rear inside a car. For example, while listening to the
radio or other audio source in the front, DVD can be enjoyed in the rear
with the optional rear monitor and headphones.
1
Touch [SOURCE] on the main source screen.
The SOURCE selection screen is displayed.
2
Touch [RSE].
Rear Select display appears.
• Touching [MAIN] on the REAR selection screen will change to the
main source screen.
3
Touch the desired source such as visual (auxiliary
input, built-in DVD) to select.
• To uc h [OFF] to cancel the rear entertainment function.
• When the “Setting the AUX Mode” (page 38) is set to OFF, the
auxiliary source is not displayed.
Switching Display Modes
After carrying out the steps 1 to 3 of “To display the DVD mode screen”
explained on page 29, perform the operation described below.
While your vehicle is parked, touch [WIDE] on the visual
source screen.
Each touch changes the display modes as follows:
MODE 1 MODE 2 MODE 3 MODE 1
(WIDE) (CINEMA) (NORMAL) (WIDE)
In Mode 1 (Wide), the monitor displays a normal picture wider to
fit in a wide-screen monitor by evenly stretching out the picture
horizontally.
Switching the Visual Source Only (Simultaneous Function)
You can watch the video portion of another source while listening to the
current source.
• After carrying out the steps 1 to 3 of “To display the DVD mode
screen” explained on page 29, perform the operation described
below.
1
Touch [VISUAL] on the audio source screen.
The VISUAL selection screen appears.
2
Touch a desired visual source.
The visual source is switched to the selected one.
Canceling the Simultaneous Function
1
Touch the visual screen to display the main control.
2
Touch [ESC].
3
Touch [VISUAL] within 5 seconds.
The VISUAL selection screen appears.
4
Touch [NORMAL].
The simultaneous function is canceled.
• To make the setting, set to “Setting the VISUAL Soft Button”
(page 39).
• If a DVD player is connected, you can receive the DVD picture/
sound.
DVD changer (DHA-S680) is connected:
Press and hold V.OUT on the remote control supplied with the DVD
player or DVD changer for more than 2 seconds. The picture and
sound of the DVD will be output.
The DVA-5210 is connected:
Press V.OUT on the remote control (included with the DVA-5210) to
output DVD picture/sound.
• The simultaneous function cannot be used when the Audio source is
in the navigation mode.
When NAV. is set in “Setting the VISUAL Soft Button” (page 39),
only the navigation screen can be recalled.
Blackout Mode On and Off
In Mode 2 (Cinema), the monitor displays a normal picture by
stretching out the picture horizontally and vertically. This mode is
good for displaying a cinema type picture at the 16:9 ratio.
In Mode 3 (Normal), the monitor displays a normal picture at the
center of the screen with a vertical black band at each side.
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When Blackout mode is turned on, the monitor display will turn off to
reduce power consumption.
This additional power enhances the sound quality.
1
Touch [VISUAL] on the main source screen.
The VISUAL selection screen is displayed.
2
Touch [OFF].
The backlit-display portion goes out.
3
Touch [OFF] again to cancel the display backlight.
• To make the setting, set to VISUAL in “Setting the VISUAL Soft
Button” (page 39).
• If any button on the unit is pressed during Blackout mode, the
function will be displayed for 5 seconds to show the operation before
returning to Blackout mode.
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