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Alpine Vehiclehub Pro VPA-B222 Owner's Manual

Alpine vpa-b222: owners manual
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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
Vehiclehub Pro
VPA-B222
• OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
• MODE D'EMPLOI
Veuillez lire avant d'utiliser cet appareil.
• MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
Léalo antes de utilizar este equipo.
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
Phone 089-32 42 640
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD.
Alpine House
Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K.
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,
B.P. 50016, 95945 Roissy Charles de Gaulle
Cedex, France
Phone 01-48638989
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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
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  • Page 1 Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan Vehiclehub Pro Please read before using this equipment. Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil. Léalo antes de utilizar este equipo. 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...
  • Page 2 The CHA-1214 Ai-NET model holds 12 discs, and the CHM-S630 M-Bus model is a super-compact 6-disc changer with a CD-R/RW PLAY BACK. Changeurs de CD Alpine : vous avez le choix! Plus de sélections musicales, plus de souplesse, plus de confort.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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 ...
  • Page 4 Adjusting the External Input Audio Level ... 15 Connecting the Rear Monitor ... 16 Setting of the External Monitor Output ... 16 Setting the VISUALIZER Mode Display ... 16 Connecting a Subwoofer ... 16 Subwoofer On and Off ... 16 Setting the Commander ...
  • Page 5 Operation ...43 TV Operation ...44 HDD Player Operation ...44 Information In Case of Difficulty ...45 Specifications ...47 Installation and Connections Warning ... 48 Caution ... 48 Precautions ... 48 Installation ...49 Connections (VPA-B222 Wiring Diagram) ...52 System Example ...54 LIMITED WARRANTY...

  • Page 6: Operating 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.

  • Page 7: Precautions

    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-B222. This has been done for the safety of the driver and passengers.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started Flipper switch Operation is carried out by the commander. If an Alpine touch panel monitor is connected to this unit, the touch 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”...

  • Page 9: Switching A Source

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

  • Page 10: Manual Storing Of Station Presets

    Press to tune in the desired station. Holding down will change the frequency continuously. • “DIGITAL” is displayed when a digital radio station is received. Manual Storing of Station Presets Select the radio band and tune in a desired radio station you wish to store in the preset memory.

  • Page 11: Changing The Display (Hd Radio Mode Only)

    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. Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds. The FUNCTION screen is displayed. Press the joystick up or down to select the INFO., then press /ENTER.

  • Page 12: Adjusting The Balance

    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.

  • Page 13: Rear Entertainment Function

    • 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.

  • Page 14: Setup

    Setup GENERAL Setup General Setup Operation To display the General 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 Bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a safe location.

  • Page 15: Setting The Time

    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 12). •...

  • Page 16: Using The Speaker Input

    Setting the Navigation/Speaker Input Voice Interruption With an Alpine navigation system connected to the VPA-B222, 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.

  • Page 17: Setting The Interrupt Type Of The Speaker Input Voice

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

  • Page 18: Connecting The Rear Monitor

    Setting the External Device Interrupt Mode If an Alpine Versatile Link Terminal (KCA-410C) is connected to the VPA-B222, 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.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Display Position

    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...

  • Page 20: Folder/File Search

    • 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-B222. • The DVD changer (optional) is controllable as well as the CD changer.

  • Page 21: Dvd/Video Cd Operation (Optional)

    (Optional) 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.

  • Page 22: To Display The Dvd Mode Screen

    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.

  • Page 23: Displaying The Top Menu Screen (Dvd Only)

    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 20.

  • Page 24: Switching The Subtitles (Subtitle Language) (Dvd Only)

    Video CDs with multiplex audio Press and hold /MENU/FUNC. for at least 2 seconds. The FUNCTION screen is displayed. Press the joystick up or down to select AUDIO, then press /ENTER. The left and right channels will be output as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 25: Sat Radio Receiver (Optional)

    Radio Inc. * SIRIUS and its corresponding logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. • The SAT Receiver controls on the VPA-B222 are operative only when a SAT Receiver is connected. Press SOURCE/POWER. The source selection screen is displayed.

  • Page 26: Checking The Sat Radio Id Number

    SIRIUS Radio: This number is a 12 character alphanumeric number. It is printed on a label found on the SAT Receiver. It can also be displayed on the screen of the VPA-B222 in the following way. Press /ENTER to select the channel number turing mode.

  • Page 27: Category/Channel Search Function

    An iPod can be connected to the VPA-B222 by using the proprietary ALPINE FULL SPEED™ Connection Cable (KCE-422i). When the VPA-B222 is connected by using the cable, the controls on the iPod are not functional. About iPod usable with this unit The unit can be used with third generation and above iPod, iPod photo, iPod minis or iPod nano.

  • Page 28: Searching For A Desired Song

    Searching for a desired Song An iPod can contain hundreds to thousands of songs. By keeping these songs organized in smaller playlists, the VPA-B222 has the ability to ease song searches. • During shuffle (M.I.X.) playback, this operation is not possible.

  • Page 29: Searching By Song Name

    To play back the album directly 1 Press /ENTER. Songs in the selected album are played back. • Selecting ALL and pressing /ENTER plays back all songs from the beginning. • Selecting ALL and pressing the joystick right will change to the SONG search screen.

  • Page 30: Navigation System (Optional)

    Navigation System (Optional) Basic Alpine navigation control can be performed by the commander supplied with the unit. Refer to the Owner's Manual of the navigation. • If a navigation system that is not controlled by the remote control, but touch-panel operation only is connected, operations cannot be performed by the commander.

  • Page 31: Tv Operation (Optional)

    TV Operation (Optional) When connected to an Alpine TV unit (sold separately), you can use the commander supplied with the VPA-B222 to operate the TV. Set the AUX NAME to TV. Refer to "Naming External Devices" page 15. • When the optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is connected, connect TV to AUX IN-2, 3.

  • Page 32: Auxiliary Device (Optional)

    Auxiliary Device (Optional) Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional) To operate devices connected to the AUX terminals of VPA-B222, follow the procedure described below. WARNING It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the driver to watch the TV/Video while driving the vehicle.

  • Page 33: Factory System

    HDD Player Operation (Optional) Listening to Music of HDD This device is controllable from the when Alpine HDD player is connected. /ENTER. Press SOURCE/POWER. The source selection screen is displayed. Press the joystick up or down to select the MM DRIVER, then press The MM DRIVER mode main screen is displayed.

  • Page 34: External Audio Processor (Optional)

    Pro Logic II, DTS and PCM modes) Storing Settings in the Memory (page 38) (Storing all the settings and adjustments made on the VPA-B222 (not only the above settings/adjustments) in the memory) In case of combining the Automatic adjustments, etc.

  • Page 35: Setting The Speakers

    Setting the Speakers Check that Defeat mode is off (page 10). Press and hold MUTE/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds. The SETUP screen is displayed. Press the joystick up or down to select AP SETUP, then press the joystick right. The AP SETUP screen is displayed.

  • Page 36: Performing Time Correction Manually (Tcr)

    Press the joystick up or down to select the desired item, then press the joystick left or right to adjust the crossover. FREQUENCY: Adjust the H.P.F. or L.P.F. cutoff frequency. The adjustable bands differ according to the channel (speaker). LEVEL: Adjust the H.P.F.

  • Page 37: Phase Switching

    Phase Switching Check that the Defeat mode is off (page 10). Press and hold MUTE/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds. The SETUP screen is displayed. Press the joystick up or down to select AP SETUP, then press the joystick right. The AP SETUP screen is displayed.

  • Page 38: Setting Bass Sound Control

    Press MUTE/RTN/SETUP to return to the previous screen. • When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the parametric equalizer for that speaker cannot be set. Refer to “Setting the Speakers” (page 33). • It is not possible to adjust the frequencies of adjacent bands within 7 steps.

  • Page 39: Setting Of Dolby Digital

    Setting of Dolby Digital Check that Defeat mode is off (page 10). Press and hold MUTE/RTN/SETUP for at least 2 seconds. The SETUP screen is displayed. Press the joystick up or down to select AP SETUP, then press the joystick right. The AP SETUP screen is displayed.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Dvd Level

    Adjusting the DVD Level The volume (signal level) for Dolby Digital, Dolby PL II, DTS and PCM modes can be set. • Avoid stopping, pausing, switching the disc, cueing, fast-forwarding or switching the audio channel of this unit while making this adjustment.

  • Page 41: Linear Pcm Setting

    OFF in “Setting the Speakers” (page 33). Soft button operation If the Alpine touch panel compatible monitor is connected to this unit, touch operation can be performed by directly touching the monitor. Refer to each section for details. • Operation may differ depending on the connected device. Refer to owner’s manual of the connected device.

  • Page 42: Radio Operation

    If there is a hierarchical list, is displayed, and touching will change to the list screen. Returns to the previous screen. Radio Operation Display example for the radio main screen (pages 7, 8) Searches and receives a channel automatically (distance mode or local mode).

  • Page 43: Cd/Mp3/Wma Operation

    CD/MP3/WMA Operation Display example for MP3/WMA main screen (pages 17, 18) Finds the beginning of the current track. Touch and hold to play fast-reverse. (pages 17, 18) Pauses and plays back. (pages 17, 18) Finds the beginning of the next track. Touch and hold to play fast-forward.

  • Page 44: Sat Radio Operation

    Display example for DVD menu operation screen Moves an item displayed on the screen. Enters the selected item. Returns to the previous screen. CONTROL Displays the main operation screen. Display example for function screen (MENU) (page 22) Displays menu screen. (AUDIO) (page 21) Changes audio language.

  • Page 45: Ipod ® Operation

    Display example for search screen (page 25) Enters the selected category. (page 25) The channel search screen is displayed. Touching on the channel search screen will execute a channel. Display example for function screen (WEATHER CALL) (page 25) The stored weather or traffic channel is recalled. (WEATHER MEMORY) (page 25) The received weather or traffic channel is stored.

  • Page 46: Tv Operation

    TV Operation Display example for TV main screen (page 29) Decreases channels one by one (Manual mode). Touching and holding searches and receives a channel automatically (Auto seek mode). (page 29) Decreases the preset number one by one. TUNE (page 29) Changes the tuning way (Manual mode, auto seek mode and preset number).

  • Page 47: Information

    - The indicator will disappear when the temperature returns to within operation range. • Malfunction in the CD Changer. - Consult your Alpine dealer. Press the magazine eject button and pull out the magazine. Check the indication. Insert the magazine again.
  • Page 48 - Refer to the iPod’s documentation and charge the battery. • There are no songs in the iPod. - Download songs to the iPod and connect to the VPA-B222. • Communication error - Turn the ignition key off, and then set to ACC or ON again.

  • Page 49: Specifications

    Specifications FM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range 87.7 – 107.9 MHz Mono Usable Sensitivity 9.3 dBf (0.8 µV/75 ohms) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity 13.5 dBf (1.3 µV/75 ohms) Alternate Channel Selectivity 80 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio 65 dB Stereo Separation 35 dB Capture Ratio 2.0 dB AM TUNER SECTION...

  • Page 50: Installation And Connections

    (e.g. on-board computer). Do not tap into these leads to provide power for this unit. When connecting the VPA-B222 to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the VPA-B222 has the appropriate amperage.

  • Page 51: Installation

    When making holes, be careful not to scratch any pipes or wires. Connect the bracket to both the flanks of the tuner with the supplied pan screws (M4 × 8). VPA-B222 Pan screws (M4 × 8) (Included) Install the tuner on the floor with the supplied flange- head tapping screws (M4 ×...
  • Page 52 Mounting the Commander For safe use, make sure of the following: • Location is stable and film. • Driver's view or operations are not obstructed. • Located where driving can easily be performed (center console, etc.). During operation, ensure that your driving posture does not change, or that your attention is not taken away from safely driving your vehicle.
  • Page 53 • The diagram and the fuse amperage shown above are in the case when VPA-B222 is used individually. • If the switched power (ignition) lead of the VPA-B222 is connected directly to the positive (+) post of the vehicle’s battery, the VPA-B222 draws some current (several hundred milliamperes) even when its switch is placed in the OFF position and the battery may be discharged.

  • Page 54: Connections (Vpa-B222 Wiring Diagram)

    Connections (VPA-B222 Wiring Diagram) VPA-B222 • Set the system switch to “NORM” when only a changer is connected (when the Ai-NET compatible equalizer is not used). SPEAKER INPUT (Gray) RIGHT (Gray/ FRONT Red) SPEAKER INPUT (White) LEFT (White/ FRONT Red)
  • Page 55 (CD changer, Equalizer, etc.) equipped with Ai-NET. Guide Output Terminal If an external audio processor is connected, outputs the navigation interrupt voice signal that is input from the Alpine navigation system, or the speaker input terminal. Commander Terminal iPod Direct Connector Control iPod signals.

  • Page 56: System Example

    System Example Connect the ALPINE Monitor Display Output (RGB Output) Terminal Connect a 13P RGB terminal equipped monitor using the RGB cable supplied with the unit. RGB Cable (Included) Connect a Monitor of another manufacturer RCA Extension Cable (Included) • Remote control sensor is required.
  • Page 57 Connect this to the output or input connector of other products equipped with Ai-NET. Guide Output Terminal If an external audio processor is connected, outputs the navigation interrupt voice signal that is input from the Alpine navigation system, or the speaker input terminal. Guide Control lead (White/Green)
  • Page 58 When Connecting External Equipment VPA-B222 (White/Brown) System Switch When connecting an equalizer or divider using Ai-NET feature, place this switch in the EQ/DIV position. When no device is connected, leave the switch in the NORM position. • Be sure to turn the power off on the unit before changing the switch position.
  • Page 59 Connect an expansion box (VPE-S431), DVD Player, DVD Changer or a Touch Panel-compatible Monitor. VPA-B222 To Video Input Terminals To Audio Input Terminals • If the expansion box (VPE-S431) is connected to either a DVD video player or DVD changer, connect this to AUX IN 1. If this is connected to AUX IN 2, remote control operation will not be possible.
  • Page 60 Connect the car system (standard audio system, etc.). SPEAKER INPUT SPEAKER Power Supply Connector Factory System Input Terminal Left Front (+) Speaker Input Lead (White) Left Front (–) Speaker Input Lead (White/Red) Right Front (+) Speaker Input Lead (Gray) Right Front (–) Speaker Input Lead (Gray/Red) Right Front (+) Speaker Output Lead (Gray) •...

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