Alpine CDA-117 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 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) ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam Victoria 3803, Australia Phone 03-8787-1200 ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH Phone 089-32 42 640 ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING ... 4 CAUTION ... 4 PRECAUTIONS ... 4 Getting Started Accessory List ...7 Turning Power On and Off...7 Source Selection...7 Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel ...7 Detaching ...7 Attaching ...7 Initial System Start-Up...8 Adjusting Volume ...8 Lowering Volume Quickly...8 Setting the Time and Calendar ...8 Radio...
Page 4 Contents Setting the Language Font...23 Demonstration...23 Display Setting... 23 Dimmer Control ...23 Dimmer Level Setting ...23 Scroll Type Setting ...23 Scroll Setting (Text Scroll) ...23 Switching the Character Font ...23 Switching the Animation Display Type (BGV Select) ...23 Opening Message ON/OFF Setting ...24 Tuner Setting ...
Page 5 Contents Setting the MX Level... 37 Setting EQ mode ... 37 Setting the Time Correction Unit (TCR Parameter)... 38 Sound Field Adjustment... 38 Adjusting the Parametric Equalizer Curve ...38 Adjusting the Graphic Equalizer Curve ...38 Adjusting the Time Correction ...38 Adjusting the Crossover Settings ...38 Storing the Sound Field Adjustment Settings...39...
Page 6: Operating Instructions
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.
Page 7 Using such accessories can cause the disc to be out of standard specifications and may create operational problems. We recommend not using these accessories on discs played in Alpine New Disc CD players.
Page 8 • The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Alpine Electronics, Inc. is under license. • HD Radio™ and the HD and HD Radio Ready logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp.
Page 9: Getting Started
Getting Started Rotary encoder/ENTER/ (OPEN) /ESC SETUP SOURCE/ MUTE Accessory List • Head unit ...1 • Power cable...1 • USB Cable...1 • Interface cable for iPod...1 • Mounting sleeve...1 • Carrying case ...1 • Bracket key ...2 • Screw (M5 × 8) ...4 •...
Page 10: Initial System Start-Up
Initial System Start-Up Be sure to press the RESET switch when using the unit for the first time, after changing the car battery, etc. Turn off the unit power. Press  (OPEN) to open the front panel, and then remove Press RESET with a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object.
Page 11: Radio
HD Radio Tuner module must be connected through the Ai-NET bus. iTunes Tagging lets you tag songs you hear on HD Radio stations with your new CDA-117 and then preview, buy, and download them later from your iTunes Tagged playlist the next time you sync your iPhone/ iPod.
Page 12: Receiving A Multicast Station (Hd Radio™ Mode Only)
Receiving a Multicast Station (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.
Page 13: Receiving Traffic Information
The “TA” indicator goes out. Using iTunes tagging iTunes Tagging lets you tag songs you hear on RBDS stations with your new CDA-117 and then preview, buy, and download them later from your iTunes Tagged playlist the next time you sync your iPhone/iPod. Note •...
Page 14: Displaying Radio Text
• When an iPod that doesn't support the tagging function is connected, “Non-Tagging iPod” may be displayed. • When the iPhone/iPod is disconnected from the unit during tagging, its tag information will be stored in the unit. • If there is stored tag information on the unit, when an iPhone/iPod supporting the tag function is connected, the stored tag information will be transferred to the iPhone/iPod automatically.
Page 15: Repeat Play
• The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back. • Press VIEW to switch the display. For details, refer to “Displaying the Text” on page 18. Repeat Play Press  4. The song is played back repeatedly.
Page 16: Quick Search
Quick Search You can search for tracks (files). Press and hold ENTER for at least 2 seconds in the CD/ MP3/WMA/AAC mode to activate Quick Search mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to select a desired track (file). The selected track is played back immediately. Notes •...
Page 17: Terminology
Verify the writing order in the software’s documentation. The playback order of the folders and files is as follows. Root folder Folder MP3/WMA/AAC File The folder No./ folder Name will not be displayed if no file is contained in the folder. Terminology Bit rate This is the “sound”...
Page 18: Sound Setting
Sound Setting You can flexibly customize the unit to suit your own preference and usage. From the SOUND SETUP menu, Audio Setting can be modified. Use steps 1 to 4 to select one of the setting modes to modify. See the applicable section below for details about the selected setting item.
Page 19: Setting Eq Mode
DVD (Video CD) (MOVIE MX level 1 to 2): The dialogue portion of a video is reproduced more clearly. (DVD MUSIC): A DVD or Video CD contains a large quantity of data such as music clip. MX uses this data to reproduce the sound accurately. AUX (MX level 1): Choose the MX mode (CMPM, MOVIE, or MUSIC) that corresponds to the media connected.
Page 20: Storing The Sound Field Adjustment Settings
Storing the Sound Field Adjustment Settings The Sound Field Settings containing Parametric EQ/Graphic EQ and T.Correction settings can be stored in the preset memory. When the settings of Sound Field have been completed, select any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) in any item of the Sound Field mode (e.g.
Page 21: About The Indication Display
The display in HD Radio mode: Frequency (Blank) (Blank) (Blank) Station Call Letter Calendar Station Call Letter Clock Album Name Artist Name Song Name Song Name Frequency (Blank) The display in CD mode: Track No. (Blank) Elapsed Time (Blank) Text (Disc Name) Calendar Text (Track Name) Clock...
Page 22: About "Text
MP3/ Indicator/ WMA/ CD Mode Mode Mode Name being — —  (SIRIUS Radio Letter being — —  — —  About “Text” Text compatible CDs contain text information such as the disc name and track name. Such text information is referred to as “text”. Notes •...
Page 23: Bluetooth Setting
Only when XM Radio is connected. For the XM Radio setting, refer to “SAT Radio Receiver (optional)” on page 26. Only when SIRIUS Radio is connected. Refer to “Setting the Time and Calendar” on page 8. Displayed only when Bluetooth IN is OFF. Displayed only when AUX+ Setup is ON.
Page 24: Turning Mute Mode On/Off (Int Mute)
High: Increases the external input audio level. Setting the External Digital Input When an ALPINE Ai-NET compatible digital audio processor (PXA-H701) and a DVD player (DVE-5207) not compatible with Ai-NET are connected, set Digital AUX to ON to enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound.
Page 25: Setting The Language Font
POWER IC OFF: Amplifier Amplifier Note • No sound is produced by the system when the Power IC is set to OFF. Setting the Language Font Two types of font can be selected.  Setting item: Language Set Setting contents: Language 1 (Initial setting) / Language 2 Language 1 : Normal Font...
Page 26: Opening Message On/Off Setting
Opening Message ON/OFF Setting This unit includes a special message feature with various patterns, which when enabled displays opening messages for certain occasions. For example, when you turn this unit on December 25th (according to the unit’s date setting), a Christmas greeting is displayed if the Opening Message is set to ON.
Page 27: Hd Radio Reception (Only When Hd Radio Tuner Module Is Connected)
1 Turn the Rotary encoder to set S-Seek Alert to On or Off, and then press ENTER. If On is set, the alert for all stored Artists/Songs is set. If Off is set, no announcements will be made. Delete All The operation will delete all alerts (artists, songs and team) stored in memory.
Page 28: Sat Radio Receiver (Optional)
To receive SAT Radio, the separately sold XM Direct™ or SIRIUS Satellite Radio Tuner and an appropriate Ai-NET Interface Adapter will be required. For details, consult you nearest Alpine dealer. Note • The SAT Receiver controls on this unit are operative only when a SAT Receiver is connected.
Page 29: Receiving Stored Channels
• A total of 18 channels can be stored in the preset memory for either XM or SIRIUS. 6 Channels are stored in each band (XM1, XM2 and XM3 for XM; SIRIUS1, SIRIUS2 and SIRIUS3 for SIRIUS). • If you store a channel in a preset memory which already has a station, the current channel will be cleared and replaced with the new one.
Page 30: Search Function
• Sports teams/Artist name and Song title which you have stored and which are currently playing will be displayed in a category called “My Game Zone”/“S-Seek” in search mode. For details, refer to “Search Function” on page 28. Search Function You can search for programs by Category, Channel.
Page 31: Changing The Display
Press ESC for at least 2 seconds to cancel the INSTANT REPLAY mode. The unit returns to usual SIRIUS broadcasting mode. Time display example during REPLAY playback (Instant Replay Mode only) Play Position Indicator Progress Bar Volume Level Play Time (Remaining time for INSTANT REPLAY) Channel No.
Page 32: Usb Memory/Portable Audio Player (Optional)
USB Memory/Portable audio player (optional) Rotary encoder/ENTER/ SOURCE/ /ESC     4 VIEW   Connecting the USB Memory (optional) If a USB Memory device/Portable audio player is connected to the unit, MP3/WMA/AAC files can be played back. Note •...
Page 33: Random Play)
To cancel repeat play, select (off) with the above procedure. Note • During repeat play, setting M.I.X. to ON will cancel the repeat play. M.I.X. (Random Play) Press 5 . The songs are played back in random sequence.  MIX ALL ...
Page 34: Alphabet Skip Function
Alphabet Skip Function The initial skip function is skipped to the next number, symbol or letter such as from A to B, B to C. You can skip in reverse order such as B to A by pressing . During search mode, press  or  to perform the Alphabet Skip Function.
Page 35: Playback
Playback Press SOURCE to switch to the USB iPod mode. Press  or  to select the desired song. Pressing and holding  or  will fast backward/fast forward the current song. To pause playback, press . Pressing  again will resume playback. Notes •...
Page 36: Direct Search Function
Direct Search Function The unit’s direct search function can be used to search for an album, song, etc., more efficiently. In Playlist/Artist/Album/Song/Podcast/ Genre/Composer/Audiobook mode, you can quickly target any song. In the search mode, press any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) to quickly skip over a designated percent of your song content.
Page 37: Displaying The Text
SOURCE/ (Blank) (Blank)  Artist Name Alpine introduces IMPRINT - the world’s first technology that Song Name thoroughly eliminates in-car acoustic problems that normally degrade sound quality, which enables us to experience music the way the artist intended. When the IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) (sold separately) is...
Page 38: Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/Treble Level/Fader (Between Front And Rear)/Balance (Between Left And Right)/Black Out In Multeq Mode
Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/ Treble Level/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Balance (Between Left and Right)/ Black Out in MultEQ mode You can change these settings to create your own preference in MultEQ (Curve 1 or Curve 2) mode. Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the MultEQ adjustment item.
Page 39: Setting The Subwoofer Phase
Setting the Subwoofer Phase The subwoofer output phase is toggled SUBWOOFER NORMAL (0°) or SUBWOOFER REVERSE (180°). To adjust the level, turn the Rotary encoder.  Setting item: SUBW. Phase Setting contents: PHASE 0° (Initial setting) / PHASE 180° Setting the Subwoofer Channel (SUBW. Channel) You can set the subwoofer output to stereo or monaural.
Page 40: Setting The Time Correction Unit (Tcr Parameter)
Setting the Time Correction Unit (TCR Parameter) You can change the unit, (cm or inch) of time correction.  Setting item: TCR Parameter Setting contents: cm (Initial setting) / inch Sound Field Adjustment The setting of Parametric EQ/Graphic EQ, Time Correction and X-Over can be adjusted in this mode.
Page 41: Storing The Sound Field Adjustment Settings
MID-H 20 Hz~20 kHz HIGH (1 kHz~20 kHz) When FACTORY’S is selected, refer to “Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW Setup)” on page 37. When USER’S is selected, refer to “Setting the Response Slope for the High Range Speaker (TW Setup)” on page 37. Press SOURCE...
Page 42: Example 1: Front Left Seat
Example 1: Front Left Seat Adjust the time correction level of the front left speaker to a high value and the rear right to zero or a low value. 5.1ms 0.5m 2.25m The sound is not balanced because the distance between the listening position and the various speakers is different.
Page 43: About The Crossover
Adjustments should be made according to the reproduction 81.7 characteristics of the speakers. Depending on the speakers, a passive network may not be necessary. If you are unsure about this point, 83.1 consult your authorized Alpine dealer. 84.4 4.2ch (FRONT/REAR/SUBW.) mode 85.8 Cut-off frequency 87.1...
Page 44: Changer (Optional)
Adjusting to a frequency range outside that recommended may cause damage to the speakers. For the recommended crossover frequencies of Alpine speakers, refer to the respective Owner’s Manual. We are not responsible for damage or malfunction of speakers caused by using the crossover outside the recommended value.
Page 45: Playing Mp3 Files With The Cd Changer (Optional)
• For operating MP3 with an MP3 compatible CD Changer, refer to “CD/ MP3/WMA/AAC” on page 12. Multi-Changer Selection (optional) Alpine’s Ai-NET system will support up to 6 CD Changers. When operating two or more changers, the KCA-400C (Multi-Changer Switching device) must be used. If you use 1 Switching device, you can connect up to 4 CD Changers.
Page 46: Operating The Audio Processor
Point the remote control transmitter at the remote control sensor. Remote control sensor Connectable to Remote Control Interface This unit may be controlled from the vehicle’s audio controls. An optional Alpine Remote Control Interface Box must be used. For details, contact your Alpine dealer.
Page 47: Information
• Although a disc is inserted, “No Disc” is displayed and the unit does not start to play or eject the disc. – Remove the disc by following these steps: Press the  button again for at least 2 seconds. If the disc still does not eject, consult your Alpine dealer.
Page 48: Indication For Cd Changer
If the disc cannot be ejected by pressing , press the RESET switch (refer to “Initial System Start-Up” on page 8) and press  again. If the disc still cannot be ejected, consult your Alpine dealer. • A copy-protected WMA file was played back.
Page 49: Indication For Usb Memory/Portable Audio Player
(SIRIUS mode) • The subscribed program is being updated. During update, audio will be muted until update is completed. – Wait until the update is completed. After completion, follow the indication “SUB Updated Press Any Key” to press any key on the unit to continue, the unit re-tune to previous channel.
Page 50: 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 Tuning Range...
Page 51: Installation And Connections
(e.g. on-board computer). Do not tap into these leads to provide power for this unit. When connecting the CDA-117 to the fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDA-117 has the appropriate amperage. Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit and/or the vehicle.
Page 52: Installation
Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier or equalizer to the corresponding output lead coming from the left rear of the CDA-117. Connect all other leads of the CDA-117 according to details described in the CONNECTlONS section. Hex Nut (M5)
Page 53: Iphone/Ipod Connection (Sold Separately)
iPhone/iPod Connection (sold separately) Connect USB cable to an iPhone/iPod with Interface cable for iPod. Interface cable for iPod (supplied) Remove the iPhone/iPod Remove the iPhone/iPod from Interface cable for iPod. Notes • After changing the unit to a source other than the USB iPod, remove the iPhone/iPod.
Page 54: Connections
Connections Blue/White Pink/Black Orange Yellow Black The system switch is located on the bottom of the unit. Blue POWER ANT REMOTE TURN-ON AUDIO INTERRUPT IN ILLUMINATION IGNITION BATTERY Gray SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT Gray/Black Violet/Black SPEAKER RIGHT REAR Violet Green SPEAKER LEFT REAR Green/Black White/Black...
Page 55  Illumination Lead (Orange) This lead may be connected to the vehicle’s instrument cluster illumination lead. This will allow the backlighting of the CDA-117 to dim whenever the vehicle’s lights are turned on.  Switched Power Lead (Ignition) (Red) Connect this lead to an open terminal on the vehicle’s fuse box or...
Page 56: Limited Warranty
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. AND ALPINE OF CANADA INC. (“Alpine”), are dedicated to quality craftsmanship and are pleased to offer this Warranty. We suggest that you read it thoroughly. Should you have any questions, please contact your Dealer or contact Alpine at one of the telephone numbers listed below.

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