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Alpine CDE-121EI User Manual

Alpine CDE-121EI
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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)
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam
Victoria 3803, Australia
Phone 03-8787-1200
ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH
Wilhelm-Wagenfeld-Str. 1-3, 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
ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A.
Viale C. Colombo 8, 20090 Trezzano
Sul Naviglio (MI), Italy
Phone 02-484781
ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAA, S.A.
Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabelln, 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
EN
Designed by ALPINE Japan
Printed in China (Y)
68-16909Z71-A
YAMAGATA (Wuxi) Co., Ltd.
Block 28-25, Changjiang Nanlu, WND, jiangsu, China
MP3/WMA/AAC CD Receiver
CDE-121E/CDE-121EI
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.

Table of Contents

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Alpine CDE-121EI Specifications

General IconGeneral
CD PlaybackYes
MP3/WMA PlaybackYes
USB PortYes
BluetoothNo
Aux InputYes
Display TypeLCD
AAC PlaybackYes
USB Input LocationFront
AUX Input LocationFront
Channels4
iPod ControlYes
iPhone ControlNo
Remote ControlOptional
Power Output4 x 50W
TunerFM/AM
Steering Wheel ControlOptional

Summary

Safety and General Information

Warnings

Covers driving safety, volume levels, display distraction, and general hazards.

Cautions and Precautions

Covers product damage, immediate halting of use, and environmental considerations.

Handling and Disc Management

Disc Handling Rules

Guidelines for inserting, handling, and cleaning discs to prevent damage.

Disc Installation and Accessories

Notes on installation location, disc handling, and accessory usage.

Media Support and USB Handling

Compact Disc and Media Types

Details on supported CD formats and media compatibility.

USB Memory Handling and Safety

Guidelines for connecting, using, and removing USB memory devices safely.

Initial Setup and Controls

Accessory List and Unit Controls

Lists included accessories and identifies main unit controls.

Basic Operations and Panel Detachment

Instructions for power, volume, and front panel removal/attachment.

Radio Operations

Tuning and Listening to Radio

How to select radio bands, tuning modes, and stations.

Station Presets and Frequency Search

Methods for saving favorite stations and searching by frequency.

CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Playback

Media Playback Modes

How to play discs and navigate tracks/files.

Repeat and Random Playback

Using repeat and random play functions for discs.

Media Search and File Information

Searching CD Text and Files

Techniques for finding specific tracks using CD Text or file names.

MP3/WMA/AAC File Details

Information on MP3, WMA, and AAC file formats and their capabilities.

Media Data and Display Features

MP3/WMA/AAC File Creation and Standards

Details on file creation, supported rates, tags, and file systems.

Displaying Text and Metadata

How to view disc, track, artist, and album information.

Audio Settings and Controls

Adjusting Sound Levels and Balance

Modifying subwoofer, bass, treble, balance, and fader levels.

Bass Control and Frequency Settings

Customizing bass emphasis and bandwidth.

Advanced Audio and Display Options

Treble, Loudness, and Defeat Settings

Adjusting treble, enhancing bass at low volumes, and resetting audio.

Text Display Modes for Media

Customizing how text information is shown for different media.

System Setup Menu

Navigating the Setup Menu

How to access and navigate the unit's setup options.

Configuring Playback Modes

Setting preferences for MP3/WMA/AAC playback.

Setup Options and USB Operation

AUX Name and Demo Mode Settings

Customizing AUX input labels and enabling/disabling demo mode.

USB Memory Control and Playback

Operating USB devices and playing MP3/WMA/AAC files.

USB Connection and iPod Compatibility

USB Memory Connection and File Limits

How to connect USB drives and their limitations.

iPod/iPhone Model Compatibility

Supported iPod and iPhone versions for optimal performance.

iPod/iPhone Playback and Search

iPod Playback and Song Selection

Basic playback controls and selecting songs on iPod/iPhone.

iPod Song Search Functions

Using playlists, artist, album, etc., to find specific songs.

Advanced iPod Features

Direct Search and Hierarchy Selection

Efficiently searching iPod content using preset buttons.

iPod Shuffle Playback Modes

Applying shuffle to albums, songs, or the entire library.

iPod Repeat Play and Troubleshooting

iPod Repeat Play and Text Display

Using repeat play and viewing song text information on iPod.

General Troubleshooting Guide

Steps to resolve common unit issues and problems.

Media Playback Error Resolution

CD Player Troubleshooting

Solutions for common CD playback errors and issues.

MP3/WMA/AAC and iPod Error Handling

Addressing playback problems with digital media and iPods.

Error Indications and Solutions

USB Memory Error Messages

Explanations for USB device error codes and their causes.

iPod Mode Error Codes

Interpretations of iPod error messages and troubleshooting steps.

Technical Specifications

Tuner, CD Player, and Pickup Specifications

Detailed technical data for tuner and CD sections.

USB, General, and Physical Dimensions

Specifications for USB, general, chassis, and unit size.

Installation Safety Guidelines

Installation Warnings and Electrical Safety

Critical safety warnings for vehicle installation and wiring.

Installation Precautions and Expert Installation

Important safety measures and recommendations for professional installation.

Physical Installation Procedure

Unit Mounting and Orientation

Guidelines for securely mounting the unit in the dashboard.

Unit Removal Instructions

Steps for safely removing the unit from its mounting sleeve.

Wiring Diagram and Connections

Main Wiring Connections Overview

Visual guide to the unit's wiring harness connections.

Component and Accessory Wiring

Diagram showing connections to speakers, amplifier, and accessories.

Connection Wire Explanations

Power, Antenna, and Input Wire Details

Explanations for power, remote turn-on, and AUX input leads.

Speaker Output and Data Connection Details

Descriptions of speaker leads and USB/iPod interface connections.

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