Alpine CDE-185BT User Manual

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“IPOD” is selected on the setup main menu in step 2.
iPod/iPhone Search Mode Setting
The unit allows you to search the iPod/iPhone using nine different
search modes.
 Setting item: IPOD LIST
 Further setting items: PLAYLISTS / ARTISTS /ALBUMS /
AUDIOBOOKS / PODCASTS / GENRES / COMPOSERS / SONGS /
GENIUS MIX
Setting contents:
OFF / ON
Notes
• The search mode for Playlists/Artists/Albums/Podcasts/Genres/ Songs/
Genius Mix is initially set to On. The search mode for Audiobooks/
Composers is initially set to Off.
• For search mode details, refer to “Searching for a desired Song” on
page 33.
APP is selected on the setup main menu in step 2.
Setting the communication mode with a
Smartphone (ALPINE APP)
Set ALPINE APP to USB when an iPhone is connected, or set to BT
when an Android Smartphone is paired.
 Setting item: ALPINE APP
Setting contents:
USB (Initial setting) / BT / OFF
USB:
When an iPhone is connected to CDE-185BT’s USB port, you can
programme the unit’s sound tuning parameters, or communicate
with SNS.
BT:
Set this when an Android Smartphone is paired with this unit via
BLUETOOTH technology. At this time, you can programme the
unit’s sound tuning parameters, or communicate with SNS.
OFF:
No Smartphone is connected.
Notes
• It takes a few seconds to validate this function.
• For this function to work properly, specific applications must be
installed on your Smartphone before connection. Consult your Alpine
dealer or the Alpine website for details.
• Only the iPhone and certain Android Smartphones support this
function.
Setting the TTS (Text To Speech) volume
This function allows for readout of comments, etc., on a Smartphone,
and outputs sound from the speakers of the unit.
 Setting item: TTS VOLUME
Setting contents:
0 ~ 35
Note
• The initial volume level is 12.
Setup Before Using
BLUETOOTH is a wireless technology allowing communication
between a mobile device or personal computer over short distances.
This enables a hands-free call or data transmission between
BLUETOOTH compatible devices. BLUETOOTH transmission is
available in the unlicensed 2.4 GHz spectrum if the distance between
devices is within 10 metres. For details, refer to the BLUETOOTH
Home page (http://www.bluetooth.com).
Notes
• Depending on the BLUETOOTH version, a BLUETOOTH compatible
device may not be able to communicate with this unit.
• Proper function of this unit with all BLUETOOTH compatible devices
is not guaranteed. For handling of the BT compatible device, consult
your ALPINE dealer or ALPINE website.
• Depending on the surroundings, BLUETOOTH wireless connection
may be unstable.
• When you place a call, or perform setup operations, be sure to stop your
car in a safe place.
• Depending on the connected BLUETOOTH compatible device(s), the
function may differ. Also refer to the Owner’s Manual of the connected
device(s).
• When you search for this unit using the BLUETOOTH compatible
phone, the unit name is displayed as “CDE-185Series”.
Before using the BLUETOOTH function, the following settings need to
be made.
Set BT IN to ON when you want to use Hands-Free phone
or BT Audio function. Refer to “Setting the BLUETOOTH
Connection (BT IN)” on page 26.
Note
• Before using BLUETOOTH function, it must be paired with this unit.
Refer to “How to connect to a BLUETOOTH compatible device
(Pairing)” on page 26.
iPod Setting
Application Setting (APP)
BT Hands Free Calling
About BLUETOOTH
Before Using BLUETOOTH Function
/SOURCE
/ II
BAND
ABC SEARCH

AUDIO/SETUP
VIEW
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1
2

/ENTER
/VOICE CTRL.


Rotary encoder
Preset buttons
(1 through 6)

Alpine CDE-185BT Specifications

General

Brand	Alpine
Model	CDE-185BT
Category	Car Receiver
Language	English