Alpine VPA-B222R User Manual

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Vehiclehub Pro

VPA-B222R

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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)

YAMAGATA Corporation 2-6-34, Takashima, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

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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

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

Printed in Japan (Y)

68-02065Z87-A

ENGLISH

Contents Operating Instructions

WARNING

WARNING ................................................. 4

CAUTION .................................................. 4

PRECAUTIONS ........................................ 5

Getting Started

Feature .............................................................. 6

Accessory List .................................................. 6

Initial System Start-Up ..................................... 6

Turning Power On or Off ................................. 6

Displaying the Unit Source on the

Monitor ...................................................... 6

Switching a Source ........................................... 6

Adjusting the Volume ....................................... 7

Lowering Volume Quickly ............................... 7

Radio

Listening to Radio ............................................ 7

Manual Storing of Station Presets .................... 8

Automatic Memory of Station Presets ............. 8

Tuning to Preset Stations .................................. 8

RDS Operation

Turning AF (Alternative Frequencies)

On or Off ....................................................... 9

Receiving Traffic Information .......................... 9

PTY (Programme Type) Tuning ....................... 9

Programme Seek ............................................ 10

Receiving Traffic Information While Playing CD

or Radio ....................................................... 10

Priority News .................................................. 10

Displaying Radio Text .................................... 10

Other Useful Features

Adjusting the Audio ........................................11

Adjusting the Balance ..................................11

Adjusting the Fader .....................................11

Setting the Treble Control ...........................11

Setting the Bass Control ..............................11

Adjusting the Subwoofer Level ...................12

Turning Loudness ON or OFF .....................12

Turning Defeat ON or OFF .........................12

Adjusting Volume of GUIDE Voice ............12

Rear Entertainment Function ..........................12

Switching the function of the remote

sensor .......................................................13

Setup

GENERAL Setup

General Setup Operation .................................13

Demonstration Function ..............................14

Setting the Time Display .............................14

Setting the Time ...........................................14

Setting Daylight Saving Time .....................14

Sound (Beep) Guide Function .....................14

Turning the Commander Vibration

ON or OFF ...............................................14

Setting the Scroll .........................................14

RDS Time Display .......................................15

Adjusting Source Signal Levels ..................15

PI SEEK Setting ..........................................15

Receiving RDS Regional (Local)

Stations .....................................................15

Switching the Display Language of PTY

(Programme Type) ...................................15

Switching to the Russian Font .....................15

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SYSTEM Setup

System Setup Operation .................................15

Using the Speaker Input .................................16

Setting the Speaker Input Mode .................. 16

Displaying the Speaker Input

Volume Level ...........................................16

Setting the Navigation/Speaker Input Voice

Interruption ..............................................17

Adjusting the Speaker Input's Interruption

Detection Level ........................................17

Adjusting the Speaker Input Voice Interruption

Level ........................................................17

Setting the Interrupt Type of the Speaker Input

Voice ........................................................17

Setting the Channel of the Speaker Interruption

Detection ..................................................17

Connecting the Navigation .............................18

Setting the Navigation Mode .......................18

Navigation Audio Interruption Volume

Adjustment ...............................................18

Connecting an External Input Device

(AUX) ..........................................................18

Setting the AUX Mode ................................18

Naming External Devices ............................18

Adjusting the External Input Audio

Level ........................................................18

Connecting the Rear Monitor .........................18

Setting of the External Monitor Output ...... 18

Setting the VISUALIZER Mode Display ...18

Connecting a Subwoofer ................................19

Subwoofer On and Off ................................19

Setting the Commander ..................................19

Setting the Colour of the Commander Button

illumination ..............................................19

Turning the Commander Button illumination

on and off .................................................19

Adjusting the Brightness of the Commander

Button illumination ..................................19

Setting the Others ...........................................19

Setting the External Device Interrupt

Mode ........................................................19

Adjusting the display position ..................... 19

DVD/Video CD Operation (Optional)

Playing DVD/Video CD ................................. 22

To display the DVD mode screen ............... 22

If a menu screen appears ............................. 22

Playing Still Frames (Pausing) ....................... 22

Finding the Beginnings of

Chapters or Tracks ...................................... 23

Fast-forwarding/Fast-reversing ...................... 23

Displaying the Top Menu Screen

(DVD only) ................................................. 23

Changing Discs (only when DVD changer is

connected) ................................................... 23

Stopping Playback (PRE STOP) .................... 23

Stopping Playback .......................................... 23

Chapter/Track/Title Repeat Playback ............. 23

Switching the Audio Tracks ........................... 24

Switching the Subtitles (Subtitle Language)

(DVD only) ................................................. 24

Switching the Angle (DVD only) ................... 24

Switching from the disc menu .................... 24

iPod® (Optional)

Playback ......................................................... 25

Searching for a desired Song .......................... 25

Searching by Playlist .................................. 25

Searching by artist name ............................. 26

Searching by album name ........................... 26

Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.) .................... 27

Repeat Play ..................................................... 27

Navigation System (Optional)

Displaying the Navigation Screen .................. 27

Changing the Navigation operation mode ...... 27

Map Screen Function ..................................... 28

Displaying the Current Position .................. 28

Scrolling the Map ........................................ 28

Changing the Map Scale ............................. 28

Menu Screen Function ................................... 28

CD/MP3/WMA Operation (Optional)

Playing CD/MP3/WMA .................................20

Folder/File Search ...........................................20

M.I.X. (Random Play) ....................................21

Repeat Play .....................................................21

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TV Operation (Optional)

Operating TV Unit ......................................... 28

Automatic Memory of Channel Presets ......... 29

Switching Audio ............................................. 29

Digital TV Operation (Optional)

Operating Digital TV Unit ............................. 29

EPG Screen Operation ................................... 30

Automatic Memory of Channel Presets ......... 30

Displaying the Menu Screen .......................... 30

Auxiliary Device (Optional)

Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional) ........ 30

Factory System

Operating Factory System

(Speaker Input mode) .................................. 31

External Audio Processor (Optional)

Adjustment Procedure for Dolby Surround ... 32

Setting the Speakers ....................................... 32

Set MX Mode of the External Audio

Processor ..................................................... 33

X-OVER Adjustment ..................................... 33

Performing Time Correction Manually

(TCR) .......................................................... 34

Phase Switching ............................................. 34

Graphic Equalizer Adjustments ..................... 35

Parametric Equalizer Adjustments ................. 35

Setting Bass Sound Control ........................... 36

Setting Bass Compressor ............................ 36

Setting Bass Focus ...................................... 36

Speaker Setup ................................................. 36

Setting of Dolby Digital ................................. 37

Adjusting the acoustic image ...................... 37

Mixing bass sound to the rear channel ........ 37

Achieving powerful high volume sound ..... 38

Adjusting the speaker levels ....................... 38

Adjusting the DVD Level ............................... 38

Storing Settings in the Memory ..................... 38

Calling up the Preset Memory ........................ 39

Using the Pro Logic II Mode ......................... 39

Linear PCM Setting ........................................ 39

Soft button operation

Basic operation ...............................................40

Radio Operation ..............................................40

RDS Operation ................................................41

Setup Operation ..............................................41

CD/MP3/WMA Operation ..............................42

DVD/Video CD Operation ..............................43

iPod

Operation ..............................................44

TV Operation ..................................................44

Digital TV Operation ......................................45

Information

In Case of Difficulty .......................................46

Specifications ..................................................47

Installation and Connections

Warning .................................................. 48

Caution ................................................... 48

Precautions ........................................... 48

Installation ......................................................49

Connections (VPA-B222R Wiring

Diagram) ......................................................52

System Example .............................................54

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Operating Instructions

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.

WARNING

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.

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 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 NOISE WHILE DRIVING.

Failure to do so may result in an accident.

KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately.

USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES.

Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS.

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

USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.

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

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 Centre for repairing.

MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING.

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

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PRECAUTIONS

Product Cleaning

Use a soft dry cloth for periodic cleaning of the product. For more severe stains, please dampen the cloth with water only. Anything else has the chance of dissolving the paint or damaging the plastic.

Temperature

Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +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.

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.

Installation Location

Make sure the VPA-B222R will not be installed in a location subjected to:

• Direct sun and heat

• High humidity and water

• Excessive dust

• Excessive vibrations

Alpine products equipped with the Ai-NET bus, connected to the VPA-B222R, can be operated from the VPA-B222R. 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 VPA-B222R. 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.

• Apple, the Apple logo and iPod are trademarks of Apple

Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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Getting Started

Flipper switch

Joystick

Initial System Start-Up

Be sure to press the RESET button 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 ball-point pen or similar pointed object.

RESET

Operation is carried out by the commander. If an Alpine touch panel monitor is connected to this unit, the soft buttons appear in the display to enable touch operation. This manual explains operation using the commander. For details of the touch operation, refer to “Soft button operation” on page 40.

• The commander vibrates when an operation is performed. Refer to

“Turning the Commander Vibration ON or OFF” (page 14).

Feature

If an Alpine Ai-NET compatible products (DVD player, DVD/CD changer, Adapter for iPod, etc.) is connected to the VPA-B222R, it can be controlled from the commander and displayed on the external monitor. If an optional Alpine Navigation System is connected to the VPA-B222R, the Navigation screen will be displayed on the external monitor, and its operation can be performed. For details on the function of connected devices, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

Accessory List

Main unit....................................................................................1

Power cable...............................................................................1

Parking brake sub-lead .............................................................1

Factory System Cable...............................................................1

ISO power cable........................................................................1

Pinch connector ........................................................................6

Bracket......................................................................................2

Tapping screw (M4 × 14)...........................................................4

Pan screw (M4 × 8)...................................................................4

Velcro fastener ..........................................................................2

RGB cable (3M) ........................................................................1

RCA extension cable (6M) ........................................................1

Antenna extension cable (5.5M)................................................1

Commander ..............................................................................1

Holder........................................................................................1

Commander connection cable (5.5M) .......................................1

Double-sided adhesive tape......................................................1

Reinforcement screw.................................................................3

Cable clamp ..............................................................................3

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.

Press SOURCE/POWER to turn on the unit.

• The unit can be turned on by pressing any button.

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

Displaying the Unit Source on the Monitor

By selecting the image source on the unit, it can be displayed on a connected monitor. For operation, refer to the Owner’s Manual of the monitor.

If an Alpine monitor is connected (RGB connection)

1 Recall the navigation mode by selecting the image

source on the monitor. The source of the unit is displayed.

Switching a Source

Press SOURCE/POWER.

The source selection screen is displayed.

Screen example

Displays source modes that can be selected (The kind of source modes that are displayed varies depending on connection and setting)

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Press the joystick up or down to select the desired source, then press / /ENTER.

The selected main source screen is displayed.

• In the source selection screen mode, press TA /RTN /SE TUP to return

to the previous screen.

Adjusting the Volume

Turn the flipper switch clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the volume.

Clockwise: Volume up Counterclockwise: Volume down Volume: 0 - 35

Lowering Volume Quickly

Activating this function will instantly lower the volume level.

• This operation can be performed from either a monitor compatible

with touch panel or remote control (sold separately). For operation from a remote control (sold separately), refer to the owner's manual of the remote control.

Touch [MUTE] on the main source screen to activate the MUTE mode.

The audio level decreases. During mute, the volume level indicator will blink.

Screen example

Radio

Joystick

Band display Preset number display Frequency display

MUTE

Touching [MUTE] again brings the audio back to its previous level.

Listening to Radio

Press SOURCE/POWER.

The source selection screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select RADIO, then press / /ENTER.

Press and hold for at least 2 seconds repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed.

FM-1 FM-2 FM-3 MW LW FM-1

Press / /ENTER to select the tuning mode.

DX SEEK SEEK (OFF) DX SEEK

• The initial mode is Distance mode.

DX SEEK (Distance mode):

Both strong and weak stations will be automatically tuned in (Automatic Seek Tuning).

SEEK (Local mode):

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

OFF (Manual mode):

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

Press or to tune in the desired station.

Holding down or will change the frequency continuously.

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Manual Storing of Station Presets

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

Tuning to Preset Stations

Press and hold for at least 2 seconds repeatedly until the desired band is displayed.

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select PRESET MEMORY, then press the joystick right.

Press the joystick up or down to select any one of the preset numbers PRESET1 through PRESET6, then press / /ENTER.

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

• A total of 30 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations

for each band; FM-1, FM-2, FM-3, MW and LW).

• If you store a station in a preset memory which already has a station,

the current station will be cleared and replaced with the new station.

Automatic Memory of Station Presets

Press and hold for at least 2 seconds repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed.

Press and hold / /ENTER for at least 2 seconds.

The frequency on the display continues to change while the automatic memory is in progress. The tuner will automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band. They will be stored into PRESET1 to PRESET6 in order of signal strength. When the automatic memory has been completed, the tuner goes to the station stored in preset location No. 1.

• If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station

you were listening to before the auto memory procedure began.

Changing Stations by the Commander

Press or to select a preset number (P01 to P06).

The selected station is received.

Recalling by the FUNCTION screen

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select PRESET CALL, then press the joystick right.

Press the joystick up or down to select any one of the preset numbers PRESET1 through PRESET6, then press / /ENTER.

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

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RDS Operation

Joystick

Turning AF (Alternative Frequencies) On or Off

The RDS (Radio Data System) is a radio information system using the 57 kHz subcarrier of regular FM broadcasting. The RDS allows you to receive a variety of information such as traffic information, station names, and to automatically re-tune to a stronger transmitter that is broadcasting the same programme.

Press and hold TA/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

The SETUP screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select RDS, then press the joystick right.

The display changes to the RDS setting screen.

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Receiving Traffic Information

Press TA/ RTN / SETU P to turn on the Traffic Information mode.

When the traffic information station is tuned in, the TA indicator lights up.

Traffic information is heard only when it is being broadcast. If traffic information is not being broadcast, the unit is set in the standby mode. When a traffic information broadcast begins, the unit automatically receives it and the display shows “T. INFO”.

When the traffic information broadcast is over, the unit will automatically set in the standby mode.

• If the traffic information broadcast signal falls below a certain level,

the unit remains in the receiving mode for 1 minute. If the signal remains below a certain level for over 70 seconds, “TA” blink light up in the display.

• If you do not want to listen to the traffic information being received,

lightly press TA/RTN/SETUP to skip that traffic information message. The T. INFO mode will remain in the ON position to receive the next traffic information message.

• If the volume level is changed while receiving traffic information, the

changed volume level will be memorized. When traffic information is received next time, the volume level will be automatically adjusted to the level memorized.

PTY (Programme Type) Tuning

Press and hold TA/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

The SETUP screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select RDS, then press the joystick right.

The display changes to the RDS setting screen.

Changing PTY by the commander

Press the joystick up or down to select the AF (Alternative Frequency), then press / /ENTER.

• When the AF mode is selected, the unit automatically tunes to a

strong signal station in the AF list.

• Select AF again, then press / /ENTER to select OFF mode

when automatic re-tuning is not required.

Press TA/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen.

Tips

• When the unit receives the PTY31 (Emergency Broadcast) signal, the

unit will show “ALARM” in the display

• The RDS digital data includes the following:

PI Programme Identification PS Programme Service Name AF List of Alternative Frequencies TP Traffic Programme TA Traffic Announcement PTY Programme Type EON Enhanced Other Networks

• Refer to GENERAL Setup section (Pages 13-15) about “RDS Time

Display”, “PI SEEK Setting”, “Receiving RDS Regional (Local) Stations” and “Switching the Display Language of PTY (Programme Typ e)”.

Press and hold or for at least 2 seconds.

PTY is changed.

Changing by the FUNCTION screen

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select the PTY and press the joystick right.

Press the joystick up or down to choose the desired programme type.

Press / /ENTER after selecting the programme type to start searching for a station of the selected programme type.

If no station is found, “NO PTY” will be displayed.

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Programme Seek

Priority News

A programme in the current PTY (Programme Type) is sought.

Press and hold TA/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

The SETUP screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select RDS, then press the joystick right.

The display changes to the RDS setting screen.

Press or to seek a programme.

Receiving Traffic Information While Playing CD or Radio

The example explained here is how to receive the traffic information broadcast during CD playback.

In the CD mode, press TA/RTN/SETUP to turn on the Traffic information mode.

The unit automatically starts to search for receivable traffic broadcasts.

When the traffic information broadcast is searched out, the CD mode is switched to the Radio mode and the unit receives the traffic information broadcast.

• When the traffic information broadcast starts, the unit automatically mutes the CD.

• When the traffic information broadcast finishes, the unit automatically returns to the original source you were playing before the traffic information broadcast began.

• The receiver is equipped with the EON (Enhanced Other Networks)

function so if the station being received does not broadcast the traffic information, the receiver automatically tunes in the related station that broadcasts the traffic information.

When the traffic information broadcast has finished, the unit returns to the CD mode.

This function allows you to preset to give priority to the News programme. You will never miss the News programme as the unit automatically gives priority to the News programme whenever it begins broadcasting, and interrupts the programme you are currently listening. This feature is functional when your unit is set to a mode other than the LW and MW modes.

Press and hold TA/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

The SETUP screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select RDS, then press the joystick right.

The display changes to the RDS setting screen.

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select the NEWS mode, then press / /ENTER.

The “NEWS” indicator appears in the display.

• In the PRIORITY NEWS function, unlike in the TA function, the

volume does not increase automatically.

Press TA/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen.

Displaying Radio Text

Text messages from a radio station can be displayed.

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds in the FM radio mode.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select INFO., then press / /ENTER.

The display shows “WAIT” for a few seconds.

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To deactivate the Radio Text mode, repeat step 1 and 2.

• If there is no receivable text message or the unit cannot receive a text

message properly, the display shows “NO TEXT”.

Other Useful Features

Joystick

Adjusting the Audio

The following steps 1 to 5 are common operations of each audio adjustment. Refer to each section for details.

Press and hold TA/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

The SETUP screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select AUDIO MODE, then press the joystick right.

The AUDIO MODE screen is displayed.

Display Example for AUDIO MODE Screen

Adjusting the Balance

Adjust the sound volume of the left and right speakers.

Setting item: BALANCE Setting range: L15 to R15

Adjusting the Fader

Adjust the volume of the front and rear speakers.

Setting item: FADER Setting range: F15 to R15

Setting the Treble Control

You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.

Select TREBLE on the AUDIO MODE screen, then press the joystick right.

Press the joystick up or down to select the desired item, then press the joystick left or right to adjust and set the desired item.

Setting the treble level

You can boost or cut treble frequencies. (The level of each audio source can be adjusted.)

Setting item: LEVEL Setting level: -7 to +7

Setting the treble centre frequency

The displayed treble frequency is boosted. (Common to each audio source.)

Setting item: FREQUENCY Setting range: 7.5kHz 10kHz 12.5kHz 15kHz

• Adjustment cannot be performed when an external audio processor is

connected and DEFEAT is set to ON.

Setting the Bass Control

Press the joystick up or down to select the desired item.

Setting items: BALANCE / FADER / TREBLE / BASS /

* Setting can be made only when an external audio processor is

connected.

Press the joystick left or right to adjust and set the desired item.

Press TA/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen. Press TA/RTN/SETUP repeatedly to return to the main source screen displayed before starting the setup operation.

SUBW LEVEL / LOUDNESS / DEFEAT / GUIDE MIX LV*

You can change the Bass Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference.

Select BASS on the AUDIO MODE screen, then press the joystick right.

Press the joystick up or down to select the desired item, then press the joystick left or right to adjust and set the desired item.

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Setting the bass level

You can boost or cut bass frequencies. (The audio source level can be adjusted.)

Setting item: LEVEL Setting level: -7 to +10

Setting the slope

Select the frequency you want to set within the available range. (Common to each audio source.)

Setting item: SLOPE Setting range: 0.50 0.75 1.00 1.25

Setting the bass centre frequency

The displayed bass frequency is boosted. (Common to each audio source.)

Setting item: FREQUENCY Setting range: 60Hz 80Hz 100Hz 120Hz

• Adjustment cannot be performed when an external audio processor is

connected and DEFEAT is set to ON.

Adjusting the Subwoofer Level

Adjust the subwoofer output.

Setting item: SUBW LEVEL Setting range: 0 to 15

• The level adjustment becomes available when ON is set in

“Subwoofer On and Off” (page 19).

Turning Loudness ON or OFF

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.

Setting item: LOUDNESS Setting range: ON / OFF

• Adjustment cannot be performed when an external audio processor is

connected and DEFEAT is set to ON.

Turning Defeat ON or OFF

By setting Defeat ON, previously adjusted settings of BASS and TREBLE will return to the factory defaults.

Setting item: DEFEAT Setting range: ON / OFF

Adjusting Volume of GUIDE Voice

The volume level of the speaker input voice and the navigation interrupt voice output from the external audio processor is adjusted.

Setting item: GUIDE MIX LV

* Setting range: 0 to 15

* Make sure to adjust this setting to 15. Otherwise operation may not

be correctly performed.

• Adjust the speaker input voice interruption level in “Adjusting the

Speaker Input Voice Interruption Level” (page 17)and “Navigation Audio Interruption Volume Adjustment” (page 18).

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. To connect the rear monitor, the optional expansion box VPE-S431 is required.

Press and hold TA/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

The SETUP screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select REAR SELECT, then press the joystick right.

The REAR SELECT screen is displayed.

Display Example for REAR SELECT screen

• This function cannot be used when MONITOR-1 or 2 is set to

OFF in SYSTEM SETUP.

Press the joystick up or down to select the desired external monitor.

REAR-1: A rear external monitor can be connected to AUX

REAR-2: A rear external monitor can be connected to AUX

Press the joystick left or right to set the desired video source (external input).

Press TA/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen. Press TA/RTN/SETUP repeatedly to return to the main source screen displayed before starting the setup operation.

• To cancel the rear entertainment function, set to OFF.

• When the “Setting the AUX Mode” (page 18) is set to OFF, the

auxiliary source is not displayed.

• VISUALIZER (VISUAL.) is not displayed when the setting of “Setting

the VISUALIZER Mode Display” (page 18) is turned off.

OUT 1 of the optional expansion box (VPE-S431).

OUT 2 of the optional expansion box (VPE-S431)

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Switching the function of the remote sensor

For remote control operation, the remote sensor of the external device (monitor, etc.) can be switched, as you prefer.

Switching the Remote Control Sensor

In the SETUP screen mode, press the joystick up or down to select SYSTEM SETUP, then press the joystick right.

The SYSTEM SETUP screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select REMOTE SEL.

Press the joystick left or right to select the monitor to be controlled by the remote control.

FRONT: Remote control operation can be performed

REAR-1: The remote sensor of the external monitor

REAR-2: The remote sensor of the external monitor

Press TA/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen. Press TA/RTN/SETUP repeatedly to return to the main source screen displayed before starting the setup operation.

• Select SETUP on the FUNCTION screen to recall the SETUP screen

after pressing and holding /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

• The sensor of the touch panel rear monitor has priority over the

sensor of the remote control, if the rear monitor (connected to the Alpine touch panel rear monitor via the Monitor control lead) is touched, regardless of the remote control sensor switch setting. Note, however, that the sensor of the remote control that has been set takes priority if it has been 5 seconds since last touching the panel.

when the Alpine monitor is connected using an RGB cable, and also when a monitor (other than Alpine) connected to a remote control sensor unit (optional) is connected.

connected to AUX OUT1 of the tuner box of this unit, or the optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is effective, and the remote control can operate only the source selected for the REAR SELECT screen.

connected to AUX OUT2 of the optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is effective, and the remote control can operate only the source selected for the REAR SELECT screen.

Setup

Joystick

GENERAL Setup

General Setup Operation

The Parking Brake must be engaged to access the SETUP mode screen. Attempting to access this screen while driving will display the warning-CAN’T OPERATE WHILE DRIVING.

The following steps 1 to 5 are common operations to each “Setting item” of GENERAL Setup. Refer to each section for details.

Press and hold TA/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

The SETUP screen is displayed.

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Press the joystick up or down to select GENERAL SETUP, then press the joystick right.

The GENERAL SETUP screen is displayed.

Display Example for GENERAL SETUP Screen

Press the joystick up or down to select the desired item.

Setting items:

DEMO / CLOCK TYPE / CLOCK ADJ / DAYLIGHT TIME / BEEP / REACTOR / SCROLL AUTO / RDS CLK DISP / FM LEVEL / PI SEEK / RDS REGIONAL / PTY LANGUAGE / LANGUAGE SEL

Press the joystick left or right to adjust and set the desired item.

Press TA/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen. Press TA/RTN/SETUP repeatedly to return to the main source screen displayed before starting the setup operation.

• Select SETUP on the FUNCTION screen to recall the SETUP screen

after pressing and holding /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

• Immediately after changing the settings of General Mode (While the

system is writing data automatically) do not turn the ignition key (engine key) to OFF. Otherwise, the settings may not be changed.

Demonstration Function

This unit is equipped with a demonstration function capable of showing basic operations of respective sources on the monitor display.

Setting item: DEMO Setting content: OFF / ON

ON: Turns on the demonstration mode to show the basic

operations.

OFF: Turns off the demonstration mode.

• The demonstration operation is automatically repeated until the

function is turned off.

Setting the Time Display

The time display type can be set.

Setting item: CLOCK TYPE Setting content: OFF / 12H / 24H

12H: Clock indication is displayed for 12 hours. 24H: Clock indication is displayed for 24 hours. OFF: Clock indication is turned off.

Setting the Time

Setting item: CLOCK ADJ Further setting items: HOUR / MINUTE Setting content: 1-12 (0-23)* / 0-59

HOUR: Adjust the hour. MINUTE: Adjust the minute.

* The setting content differs depending on the selection in "Setting the

Time Display" (page 14).

• Pressing and holding the joystick left or right will change the setting

item continuously.

Setting Daylight Saving Time

Setting item: DAYLIGHT TIME Setting content: OFF / ON

ON: Place the Summer Time mode ON. The time advances by

one hour.

OFF: Return to the ordinary time.

Sound (Beep) Guide Function

Setting item: BEEP Setting content: OFF / ON

ON: Activate the Sound Guide mode. OFF: Deactivate the Sound Guide mode. The sound guide

beep will not be produced when a button on the commander is pressed.

Turning the Commander Vibration ON or OFF

You can turn the commander vibration ON or OFF during operation.

Setting item: REACTOR Setting content: OFF / ON

OFF: Turns off vibration during operation. ON: Turns on vibration during operation.

Setting the Scroll

Scroll display is available if CD text, folder name, file name or tag information is entered.

Setting item: SCROLL AUTO Setting content: OFF / ON

ON: Turns on the AUTO scroll mode. Scroll display is

repeated as long as the mode is turned on.

OFF: Turns off the AUTO scroll mode.

Scroll display is done once as a track is changed.

• Scroll display of the song, artist and album name is enabled when

iPod is connected.

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RDS Time Display

When ON is selected, the clock is adjusted automatically based on the time data sent from the RDS broadcast.

Setting item: RDS CLK DISP Setting content: OFF / ON

ON: Adjust the clock automatically based on the time data. In

this case, the clock cannot be adjusted manually. To adjust it manually, select OFF.

Adjusting Source Signal Levels

If the difference in volume level between the CD and FM radio is too great, adjust the FM signal level as follows.

Setting item: FM LEVEL Setting content: LOW / HIGH

PI SEEK Setting

Setting item: PI SEEK Setting content: OFF / AUTO

Receiving RDS Regional (Local) Stations

When ON is selected, the unit automatically keeps receiving the related local RDS station.

Setting item: RDS REGIONAL Setting content: OFF / ON

SYSTEM Setup

System Setup Operation

The Parking Brake must be engaged to access the SETUP mode screen. Attempting to access this screen while driving will display the warning-CAN’T OPERATE WHILE DRIVING.

The following steps 1 to 5 are common operations to each “Setting item” of SYSTEM Setup. Refer to each section for details.

Press and hold TA/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds.

The SETUP screen is displayed.

Switching the Display Language of PTY (Programme Type)

You can select one of the patterns of the display languages.

Setting item: PTY LANGUAGE Setting content: GB / NL / F / D / I / E

Switching to the Russian Font

Two types of font can be selected.

Setting item: LANGUAGE SEL Setting content: MODE1 / MODE2

MODE1: Normal Font Display (ISO8859-1) MODE2: Russian Font Display (WINDOWS-1251)

You cannot use this font for display in RDS, Tuner mode.

Press the joystick up or down to select SYSTEM SETUP, then press the joystick right.

The SYSTEM SETUP screen is displayed.

SYSTEM SETUP Screen example

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Press the joystick up or down to select the desired item.

Setting items:

IN-INT MUTE / NAV. / GUIDE MIX / NAV. MIX LV / FACT SYS SET / FACT SYS LV / FACT SYS DET / FACT SYS MIX / F.SYS MIX TYP / F.SYS INT CH. / REMOTE SEL.* 1(2,3) NAME / AUX IN-1(2,3) LEVEL / MONITOR-1 / MONITOR-2 / VISUALIZER / ILLUM COLOR / CMNDR LIGHT. / DIMMER / SCREEN ADJ / SUBW*

*1Refer to "Rear Entertainment Function" on page 12. *2When an external audio processor is connected, the SUBW item is

not displayed.

Press the joystick left or right to adjust and set the

/ AUX IN-1(2,3) / AUX IN-

desired item.

Press TA/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen. Press TA/RTN/SETUP repeatedly to return to the main source screen displayed before starting the setup operation.

• Select SETUP on the FUNCTION screen to recall the SETUP screen

after pressing and holding /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

• Immediately after changing the settings of System Mode (While the

system is writing data automatically) do not turn the ignition key (engine key) to OFF. Otherwise, the settings may not be changed.

Using the Speaker Input

The unit can interrupt the system (navigation or telephone) of the car. The audio can also be played back on the unit if the car system of the audio (CD, etc.) is selected as the source. The unit makes the sound interruption according to the sound output level of the car system. If any of the following settings are not correctly made, sound may not interrupt, or loud sound may suddenly interrupt.

Setting the Speaker Input Mode

The following explains how to install the system (navigation/telephone) in your car. While listening to the radio, you can have navigation voice guidance or a received telephone call interrupt automatically. You can also select the speaker input mode (FACTRY SYS) on the source selection screen.

Setting items: FACT SYS SET Setting content: OFF / SOURCE / INT / BOTH

SOURCE: The system (CD, etc.) of the car can be selected as a

source. Navigation/telephone voice of the car is not interrupted.

INT: Interrupts only the navigation/telephone voice of the

car.

BOTH: The system (CD, etc.) of the car can be selected as

the source. Navigation/telephone voice of the car is interrupted.

OFF: Operation and setting of the speaker input mode is

not performed.

• If the car system (CD, etc.) is set to SOURCE and played back in a

car with multi-channel speakers, sound such as treble, etc., may not be correctly output.

• Depending on the conditions of use, the INT or SOURCE setting is

recommended.

• If INT is set, do not output CD audio from the car system.

• With BOTH set, if the source is set to other than FACTORY SYS, do

not output CD audio, etc., from the car system.

• If OFF is to set, speaker input mode settings cannot be made.

Displaying the Speaker Input Volume Level

The volume level of the speaker input is displayed numerically. Adjustment can be made only on the system in your car (standard car audio, etc.), and cannot be made by this unit.

Setting items: FACT SYS LV Setting content: 0 to 2 L / 3 to 15: OK / 16 to 18 H

L: Volume level is LOW OK: Volume level is optimally adjusted H: Volume level is HIGH

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Adjust the volume for optimum level.

• Set the volume as loud as possible, but before the onset of distortion

(The volume level should not exceed 15). Even if OK is displayed, if any distortion is apparent, decrease the car audio's volume.

• Turn off the car audio's TREBLE, BASS settings.

• The volume level cannot be displayed when OFF is set in "Setting the

Speaker Input Mode" (page 16).

Setting the Navigation/Speaker Input Voice Interruption

Setting the Interrupt Type of the Speaker Input Voice

With an Alpine navigation system connected to the VPA-B222R, the voice guidance of the navigation system will be mixed with the radio play. Also, the setting of interruption of the speaker input voice can be adjusted.

Setting item: GUIDE MIX Setting content: OFF / ON

OFF: The navigation/speaker input interruption mode is turned

off.

ON: The navigation/speaker input interruption mode is on.

Adjusting the Speaker Input's Interruption Detection Level

You can set the level for voice interruption.

Setting items: FACT SYS DET Setting level: 1 to 15

When the setting level is low, the voice interrupts even if a low volume level is set on the system

• The setting can be made when INT or BOTH is set in "Setting the

Speaker Input Mode" (page 16).

• Warning beeps such as for seat belts may also output from the

speakers, depending to the car. Make sure that voice interruption sounds correctly in such a car.

• We recommend initially setting the level to 8. Set the voice

interruption level to more than 8 if interruption is too frequent, or set it to less than 8 if interruption is not frequent enough.

Adjusting the Speaker Input Voice Interruption Level

The output level of the speaker input interruption can be adjusted.

Setting items: FACT SYS MIX Setting level: 0 to 15

• The setting can be made when INT or BOTH is set in “Setting the

Speaker Input Mode” (page 16).

• Begin this setting after setting GUIDE MIX to ON and GUIDE MIX

LV to 15, when an external audio processor is connected. For details, refer to “Setting the Navigation/Speaker Input Voice Interruption” (page 17) and “Adjusting Volume of GUIDE Voice” (page 12).

The following explanation is how to set the voice interrupt type of the speaker input. When the navigation voice guidance is made to interrupt, set to DEMAND, and the telephone voice is made to interrupt, set to MUTE, these are recommended.

Setting items: F.SYS MIX TYP Setting content: FULL / DEMAND / MUTE

FULL: Regardless of the speaker interruption detection

level, voice interruption and source sound are both active. If voice interruption cannot be heard clearly, adjust the source volume accordingly on the commander.

DEMAND: When speaker input interruption occurs, voice

interruption may be too high or too low, adjust the source volume so voice interruption can be heard. If no speaker input interruption occurs for 5 seconds, source volume returns to the level you initially set. When speaker input interruption occurs again, source volume level automatically returns to the last one you set.

MUTE: To avoid voice interruption not being heard clearly,

this setting mutes the current source sound whenever speaker input interruption occurs. In this setting, even when voice interruption cannot be heard clearly, you can still set the volume by the commander. When speaker input interruption occurs, the commander buttons blink. Press SOURCE/ POWER to cancel voice interruption.

• The setting can be made when INT or BOTH is set in "Setting the

Speaker Input Mode" (page 16).

Setting the Channel of the Speaker Interruption Detection

The setting should be made according to the speaker output of the car system (navigation/telephone).

Setting items: F.SYS INT CH. Setting content: L / R / BOTH

L: Outputs from the left speaker of the car system. R: Outputs from the right speaker of the car system. BOTH: Outputs from both speakers of the car system.

• Usually set to BOTH.

• The setting can be made when INT or BOTH is set in "Setting the

Speaker Input Mode" (page 16).

• The speaker input interrupt voice is output from the right and left

front speaker regardless of this setting.

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Connecting the Navigation

If an Alpine navigation system is connected, make the necessary settings in “Setting the Navigation/Speaker Input Voice Interruption” (page 17). Also make the following settings.

Setting the Navigation Mode

When you connect optional navigation equipment, set to ON.

Setting item: NAV. Setting contents: OFF / ON

ON: Navigation source is displayed. OFF: Navigation source is not displayed. The settings related

to the navigation cannot be changed from this unit.

• Only when an Alpine TV tuner is connected, can you operate the

displayed function guide from this unit.

• If an Ai-NET compatible DVD player/DVD changer is connected,

names are automatically set, however, they cannot be changed.

* “EXT.DVD” is displayed on the source selection screen when a DVD

player is connected, and “DVD-1-3” is displayed on the source selection screen when the NAME setting is set to “EXTDVD” on more than one AUX (included when an external Ai-NET compatible DVD player is connected).

Adjusting the External Input Audio Level

Setting item: LEVEL Setting content: LOW / HIGH

LOW: Decreases the external input audio level HIGH: Increases the external input audio level

Navigation Audio Interruption Volume Adjustment

With an Alpine navigation system connected to the VPA-B222R, the voice guidance of the navigation system will be mixed with the DVD or CD playback sound. You can adjust the volume level of the voice guidance.

Setting item: NAV. MIX LV Setting contents: 0 to 15

• When NAV. is turned on, the setting can be made. Refer to "Setting

the Navigation Mode" (page 18).

Connecting an External Input Device (AUX)

If an external input device is connected, make the following settings.

Setting the AUX Mode

Setting item: AUX IN-1, 2, 3 Setting content: OFF / ON

OFF: AUX source is not displayed. ON: AUX source is displayed.

• When OFF is selected, the settings related to AUX cannot be changed

from this unit.

• AUX IN-3 is adjustable when the external expansion box (VPE-S431)

is connected.

• OFF is not displayed when a DVD player or DVD changer is

connected with the optional Ai-NET.

• When either a DVD player or DVD changer is connected to AUX IN

1, DVD is displayed on the screen. When both of them are connected, DVD is displayed for AUX IN 1 and DVD CHANGER is displayed for AUX IN 2.

Naming External Devices

• The adjustment is available when ON is set in "Setting the AUX

Mode" (page 18).

Connecting the Rear Monitor

If the rear monitor is connected, make the following each setting

Setting of the External Monitor Output

Set it to ON when you use the rear entertainment function (page 12).

Setting items: MONITOR-1, 2 Setting contents: OFF / ON

ON: By setting the connected external monitor to ON, the

remote control will be usable.

OFF: When either MONITOR-1 or 2 is set to OFF, only one

monitor can be set by the rear entertainment function. When both MONITOR-1 and 2 are set to OFF, the rear entertainment function cannot be used.

• This setting can be made if optional expansion box VPE-S431 is

connected.

Setting the VISUALIZER Mode Display

Note that this setting is enabled only when the optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is connected.

Setting item: VISUALIZER Setting contents: MODE-1-MODE-6 / SCAN / OFF

MODE-1 to MODE-6 / OFF: Recalls the maker’s setting mode on the

expansion box (VPE-S431).

SCAN: Displays the pattern of MODE-1 to MODE-6

repeatedly.

• VISUALIZER can be displayed in a rear monitor when mode is set to

other than OFF. Set the source of the rear monitor to VISUAL. to display VISUALIZER in the rear monitor. For the rear monitor's setting, refer to “Rear Entertainment Function” (page 12).

When more than one external device is connected, you can name each (up to 3) as you like.

Setting items: NAME Setting contents: AUX / VCR / GAME-1,2 / TV / EXTDVD* / DVB-T

• The setting can be made when ON is set in "Setting the AUX Mode"

(page 18).

• The selected source name is displayed instead of AUX source name.

If selecting TV/EXT.DVD/DVB-T as the source, the screen will change to the function screen of that source.

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Connecting a Subwoofer

When a subwoofer is connected, set to ON.

Subwoofer On and Off

Setting item: SUBW Setting contents: ON / OFF

ON: Subwoofer output is on. OFF: Subwoofer output is off.

• When an external audio processor is connected, refer to “Setting the

Speakers” (page 32) for setting.

Setting the Commander

The colour/brightness, etc., of buttons lighting on the commander supplied with the unit can be adjusted.

Setting the Others

Setting the External Device Interrupt Mode

If an Alpine Versatile Link Terminal (KCA-410C) is connected to the VPA-B222R, an Auxiliary Source will be allowed to interrupt the current audio source. For example, you can listen to a portable MP3 player through your car audio system even with a CD changer connected and playing. The CD changer will automatically mute when switched to the AUX Input. For further details on how to use the Alpine KCA-410C, see your authorized Alpine dealer.

Setting item: IN-INT MUTE Setting content: OFF / ON

OFF: Sound will be output in Interrupt mode. ON: Sound will not be output in Interrupt mode.

• The auxiliary device being connected must have an interrupt wire

with a negative trigger for this function to operate automatically. Otherwise, a separate switch needs to be added to switch it manually.

Setting the Colour of the Commander Button illumination

You can set the illumination colour of the commander buttons.

Setting items: ILLUM COLOR Setting content: BLUE / RED

BLUE: When a source other than navigation is activated,

illumination is blue. When the navigation is activated, illumination is red.

RED: When a source other than navigation is activated,

illumination is red. When navigation is activated, illumination is blue.

Turning the Commander Button illumination on and off

You can select whether the commander button illumination remains lit or blinks when no operation is performed for 5 minutes.

Setting items: CMNDR LIGHT. Setting content: ON / OFF

ON: Commander button illumination blinks. OFF: Commander button illumination stays lit (does not blink).

Adjusting the Brightness of the Commander Button illumination

With AUTO set, when the headlights are turned on, the commander button illumination dims. During the night, if the commander button illumination is too bright, this setting is recommended.

Setting items: DIMMER Setting content: OFF / ON / AUTO

OFF: Brightness of the commander button illumination is

maximum.

ON: Brightness of the commander button illumination is

decreased.

AUTO : When the headlights are turned on, the commander

button illumination dims.

Adjusting the display position

Depending on the connected monitor, the display may move out of position. During touch panel operation, if the position between the display on the LCD and the display of the touch panel does not match, adjust the display position.

Setting items: SCREEN ADJ Setting content:

Adjustment if a monitor not compatible with touch panel operation is connected.

The screen position within the display is adjustable. The position is controlled from the commander.

1 In the SCREEN ADJ mode, press the joystick right.

The adjustment screen appears.

2 Press the joystick up, down, left or right to adjust the

display position.

3 Press / /ENTER.

The adjustment is complete, and the display returns to the main source screen.

Adjustment if a touch panel compatible monitor is connected.

The screen and soft button positions are adjustable within the display. The position is controlled from the soft buttons.

1 Touch [] of SCREEN ADJ. 2 Touch [], [], [] or [] to adjust the display position,

and touch [ENT]. The TOUCH LOCATE screen is displayed.

3 Touch the centre of the mark displayed in the lower left

of the screen. The screen changes to the adjustment screen.

4 Touch the centre of the mark displayed in the upper

right of the screen, then touch [ENT]. The adjustment is complete, and the display returns to the main source screen.

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CD/MP3/WMA Operation (Optional)

Joystick

To pause playback, press //ENTER.

Pressing / /ENTER again will resume playback.

• CD playback information (track no., text etc.) will be displayed on

the monitor during playback.

• MP3/WMA playback information (folder no., file no., tag

information, etc.) will be displayed on the monitor during playback.

• "NO SUPPORT" is displayed when text information is not

compatible with the VPA-B222R.

• The DVD changer (optional) is controllable as well as the CD

changer.

Multi-Changer Selection

With the KCA-410C (Versatile Link Terminal), you can connect two changers.

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select CHG SEL. Then press / /ENTER to select the next changer (connected CD changers only).

Display example for MP3/WMA main screen

Disc number display Folder number display File number display

Playing CD/MP3/WMA

Press SOURCE/POWER.

The source selection screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select the CD/MP3/ WMA mode (CD CHANGER, etc.), then press // ENTER.

Press and hold or for at least 2 seconds to select a disc (when a changer is connected).

While playing back MP3/WMA. Press or to select the desired folder.

Press or to select the desired track.

Returning to the beginning of the current track:

Press .

Fast reverse:

Press and hold .

Advancing to the beginning of the next track:

Press .

Fast forward:

Press and hold .

Folder/File Search

You can display the names of folders/files and search for a folder/file to play.

Press /MENU/FUNC. during playback.

The Folder Name list is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select the desired folder.

Press / /ENTER to play back the first file in the selected folder.

To search for a file in the selected folder

1 After selecting the folder in step 2, press the joystick right

to change to the file search mode of the selected folder.

• If there is a file name list in the folder, is displayed.

2 Press the joystick up or down to select a file, then press

//ENTER.

The selected file is played back.

• Pressing TA/RTN/SETUP will return to the previous screen.

• Folder/File Name search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.

• “ROOT” is displayed for the root folder which does not have folder

name.

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M.I.X. (Random Play)

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select M.I.X..

Repeat Play

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select REPEAT.

When M.I.X. is displayed (changer is connected)

Press the joystick right.

Press the joystick up or down to select the M.I.X. mode, then press / /ENTER.

CD mode:

M.I.X.: Track are played back in random sequence. M.I.X. ALL: The tracks on all the CDs in the current magazine

OFF: M.I.X. mode off.

* When a CD changer equipped with the All M.I.X. function is

connected.

MP3/WMA mode:

M.I.X. FLD: Only files in a folder are played back in random

M.I.X.: All files in a disc are played back in random

OFF: M.I.X. mode off.

When M.I.X. is displayed

Press / /ENTER.

M.I.X. mode is changed.

CD mode:

M.I.X. OFF M.I.X.

MP3/WMA mode:

M.I.X. FLD M.I.X. OFF M.I.X. FLD

will be included in the random playback sequence.

sequence.

sequence, and playback shifts to the next disc.

When REPEAT is displayed (changer is connected)

Press the joystick right.

Press the joystick up or down to select the REPEAT mode and press / /ENTER.

CD mode:

RPT: Only a track is repeatedly played back. RPT DISC: A disc is repeatedly played back. OFF: Repeat mode off.

MP3/WMA mode:

RPT: Only a file is repeatedly played back. RPT FLD: Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back. RPT DISC: A disc is repeatedly played back. OFF: Repeat mode off.

When REPEAT is displayed

Press / /ENTER.

The repeat mode is changed.

CD mode:

RPT OFF RPT

MP3/WMA mode:

RPT RPT FLD OFF RPT

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DVD/Video CD Operation (Optional)

Joystick

Display example for DVD main operation screen

Playing DVD/Video CD

Basic operations of an Alpine DVD player/Changer can be done from the unit's supplied commander. Refer to the Owner's Manual of the connected DVD player/Changer. When using an Alpine DVD Player/Changer, some of the commander functions may not be recognized. This varies from disc to disc. If the supplied VPA-B222R commander is not controlling a particular function of the DVD being played, please use the remote control that came with the DVD player.

WARNING It is dangerous 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.

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.

• 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:

Press SOURCE/POWER.

The source selection screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select the DVD mode (EXT.DVD, DVD CHANGER or etc.), then press

/ /ENTER.

Playback starts.

If a menu screen appears

On DVDs and Video CDs with playback control (PBC), menu screens may appear automatically. The DVD menu can be controlled by the commander supplied with the unit. If this happens, perform the operation described below to start playback.

Press the joystick up, down, left or right to select an item, then press and hold / /ENTER for at least 2 seconds.

• Press TA/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen.

• The video CD menu screen cannot be controlled from the commander

supplied with the unit.

• Depending on the disc, the menu screen may be recalled from the

FUNCTION screen. Select MENU on the FUNCTION screen and press / /ENTER to recall the menu, after displaying the FUNCTION screen by pressing and holding /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

Playing Still Frames (Pausing)

During playback, press //ENTER.

Press / /ENTER to resume playback.

Install the VPA-B222R correctly so that the driver cannot watch DVD/TV/Video unless the vehicle is stopped and the emergency brake is applied.

If the VPA-B222R 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 and cause an accident. The driver or other people could be severely injured.

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Finding the Beginnings of Chapters or Tracks

During playback, press or .

The chapter/track switches each time the button is pressed, and playback of the selected chapter/track starts.

: Press this to start playback from the beginning of the

following chapter or track.

: Press this to start playback from the beginning of the

current chapter or track.

• Some DVDs do not have chapters.

Supplementary explanation

“Chapters” are divisions of movies or musical selections on DVDs. “Tra cks ” are divisions of movies or musical selections on video and music CDs.

Stopping Playback (PRE STOP)

Select the PRE STOP during playback to stop playback. That position is stored in the memory.

During playback, press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select STOP/PRE STOP, then press / /ENTER.

"PRE STOP" is displayed.

During PRE STOP mode, press / /ENTER.

Playback starts from the position at which it was stopped.

• For some discs, the position at which playback was stopped may not

be accurate.

• When a DVD player/changer is connected with Ai-NET, STOP/PRE

STOP is not displayed on the FUNCTION screen in the video CD mode.

Fast-forwarding/Fast-reversing

During playback, press and hold (fast-reverse) or (fast-forward).

Release or to return to normal playback.

Displaying the Top Menu Screen (DVD only)

With a DVD having two or more titles, a top menu screen will appear.

Press /MENU/FUNC. on the DVD mode main screen.

The menu screen appears.

• To perform necessary operations, see “If a menu screen appears” on

page 22.

Changing Discs (only when DVD changer is connected)

Press and hold or for at least 2 seconds.

The selected disc is played back.

• Select DISC SELECT on the FUNCTION screen and press

//ENTER to change discs, after pressing and holding /

MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

Stopping Playback

During the PRE STOP mode, press and hold / MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select STOP/PRE STOP, then press / /ENTER.

“STOP” is displayed, and playback stops.

• Playback starts from the beginning when / /ENTER is pressed

while playback is stopped.

• When a DVD player/changer is connected with Ai-NET, STOP/PRE

STOP is not displayed on the FUNCTION screen in the video CD mode.

Chapter/Track/Title Repeat Playback

Use this function to play the disc’s titles, chapters or tracks repeatedly.

Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds.

The FUNCTION screen is displayed.

Press the joystick up or down to select REPEAT, then press / /ENTER.

The screen changes to the repeat mode in the following step.

DVD

The chapter is played repeatedly.

The title is played repeatedly.

The playback returns to normal mode.

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