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Alpine IVA-D310 User Manual

Alpine IVA-D310
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Dalian Dongtai Colour Printing Technology Co., Ltd.
No. 24 Liaohexisan Road Dalian Economic&Technical
Development Zone, China
Designed by ALPINE Japan
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68-02278Z28-A
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ALPINE IVA-D310 68-02278Z28-A (EN)
Mobile Multimedia Station
IVA-D310
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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.
6-8 Fiveways Boulevarde Keysborough,
Victoria 3173, Australia
Phone 03-9769-0000
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
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
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Table of Contents

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Alpine IVA-D310 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TouchscreenYes
Motorized ScreenYes
DVD PlayerYes
CD PlayerYes
MP3 PlaybackYes
WMA PlaybackYes
AAC PlaybackYes
AM/FM RadioYes
Subwoofer OutputYes
Max Power Output50W x 4
RMS Power Output18W x 4
HD RadioNo
iPod CompatibilityYes
BluetoothOptional (with adapter)
NavigationOptional (with adapter)
Preamp Outputs3 (Front, Rear, Subwoofer)
Display TypeTFT LCD

Summary

Safety Warnings

WARNING

Crucial instructions to prevent serious injury or death. Read carefully before use.

CAUTION

Important instructions to prevent injury or material property damage.

PRECAUTIONS

General precautions for product usage, cleaning, and temperature.

Maintenance and Disc Handling

Correct Handling

Proper procedures for handling compact discs to prevent damage.

Inserting Discs

Instructions and tips for inserting discs into the player.

Disc Cleaning

Guidance on cleaning discs to ensure proper playback.

Installation Location

Recommendations for suitable installation locations to prevent damage.

Disc Information

Handling the Detachable Front Panel

Guidelines for safely handling the unit's detachable front panel.

Discs Playable on This Unit

Details on the types and formats of discs supported by the unit.

Disc Playback Guidelines

Discs that cannot be played

List of disc types and formats that are not compatible with the unit.

On handling compact discs

Specific handling instructions for CD-R/RW discs.

Using DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs

Information and precautions for using DVD-R/RW discs.

Terminology and Definitions

Chapter

Definition of a chapter in relation to DVD content.

Getting Started

Location of Controls

An overview of the unit's buttons and their functions.

Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel

Step-by-step guide for removing and reinstalling the front panel.

System Operation

Initial System Start-Up

Procedure for initializing the unit after installation.

Turning Power On or Off

How to power the unit on and off, including battery discharge warnings.

Opening/Closing the Monitor

Operation of the motorized monitor and its safety features.

Adjusting the Monitor Viewing Angle

How to adjust the monitor's angle for optimal viewing.

Monitor and Audio Adjustment

Moving the Monitor to be Flat

How to set the monitor to a flat position for accessing controls.

Adjusting the Volume

Instructions for adjusting the unit's volume level.

How to view the Display

Understanding the display interface and touch button operations.

Recalling the Source

How to switch between different audio/visual sources.

Screen Navigation and Shortcuts

Shortcut Screen

Accessing frequently used settings directly from the main screen.

Displaying the Numeric Keypad Input Screen

How to display and use the numeric keypad for input.

Radio Operation

Listening to the Radio

Basic procedures for tuning and listening to radio stations.

Radio and Media Playback Setup

Manual Storing of Station Presets

How to manually save desired radio stations to presets.

Automatic Memory of Station Presets

Automatically storing the strongest radio stations.

Tuning to Preset Stations

How to select saved radio stations.

CD/MP3/WMA Playback

Instructions for playing audio CDs, MP3, and WMA files.

Playback Controls

Repeat Play

How to set track or disc repeat playback.

M.I.X. (Random Play)

How to enable random playback for songs or albums.

Selecting Folders

Navigating and selecting folders for MP3/WMA playback.

MP3/WMA File Information

About MP3/WMA

Explanation of MP3 and WMA audio compression formats.

Media supported

List of media types supported for playback.

Corresponding File Systems

Information on compatible file systems for discs.

DVD/Video CD Playback

Playing DVD/Video CD

Basic steps to start playing DVD or Video CD discs.

DVD/Video CD Operations

To display the DVD mode screen

Procedure to enable video playback, requiring vehicle to be parked.

If a menu screen appears

How to navigate and operate DVD menus.

DVD/Video CD Control Features

Numeric Keypad Input Operations

Using the numeric keypad for DVD input operations.

Turning the PBC Function ON or OFF

Enabling or disabling playback control for Video CDs.

Stopping Playback (PRE STOP)

How to pause playback and resume from the stopped position.

Fast-forwarding/Fast-reversing

Methods for fast forwarding or reversing playback.

DVD/Video CD Playback Navigation

Finding the Beginnings of Chapters or Tracks

Navigating to the start of chapters or tracks during playback.

Playing Still Frames (Pausing)

How to pause playback and resume.

Chapter/Track/Title Repeat Playback

Setting playback to repeat chapters, tracks, or titles.

Searching by Title Number (DVD only)

Finding specific positions on a DVD using title numbers.

DVD/Video CD Playback Features

Searching Directly by Chapter or Track Number

Easily navigating to specific chapters or tracks on a disc.

Switching the Audio Tracks

Changing the audio language or track during playback.

Switching the Angle (DVD only)

Changing camera angles for scenes filmed from multiple perspectives.

Switching the Subtitles (Subtitle Language) (DVD only)

Changing subtitle language or hiding subtitles.

DVD/Video CD Menu and Audio Adjustment

Adjusting the Audio

Adjusting audio settings like balance, fader, and subwoofer.

Audio and Search Functions

Search Function

How to search for specific tracks or folders within media files.

Advanced Audio/Video Features

Switching Display Modes

Adjusting the picture aspect ratio for different screen types.

Visual Source and Display Settings

Setting VISUALIZER

Customizing the Visualizer display options.

Setting the Visual Effect

Enabling visual effects for multiple external monitors.

Monitor and DVD Setup

Monitor Setting Operation

General procedures for operating the monitor settings.

Selecting the Monitor Position

Setting the monitor's sliding position (front or back).

Setting Automatic Opening/Closing of the Monitor

Configuring the monitor to open/close automatically with ignition.

DVD Setup Operation

General steps to access and perform DVD setup options.

DVD Setup Configuration

Setting of the Menu Language

Setting the display language for DVD menus.

Setting of the Audio Language

Setting the preferred audio language for DVD playback.

Setting of the Subtitle Language

Setting the preferred subtitle language for DVD playback.

Changing the Country Code Setting

Setting the country code for parental lock functionality.

DVD Parental Lock and Digital Output

Setting the Rating Level (Parental Lock)

Configuring parental control levels to restrict movie viewing.

Changing the Digital Output Setting

Setting the digital audio output mode (AUTO/LPCM).

General and Screen Setup

General Setup Operation

General procedures for accessing and configuring general settings.

Setting the TV Screen Setting

Adjusting screen output for different TV monitor sizes.

General Setup Options

Displaying the Time

Options for enabling or disabling the clock display.

Setting the Time

How to adjust the clock hour, minute, and reset.

Demonstration Function

Activating the demonstration mode to show basic operations.

Sound (Beep) Guide Function

Enabling or disabling the sound guide beep function.

Setting the Scroll

Configuring auto-scroll for text information.

Playing MP3/WMA Data

Setting playback modes for discs with mixed audio and media data.

System Setup Configuration

Setting the External Device Interrupt Mode

Managing how external devices interrupt current audio.

Setting the Interrupt Icon Display

Displaying icons for incoming calls from external devices.

Setting the Navigation Mode

Enabling the display of navigation system information.

Setting the Navigation Interruption

Mixing navigation voice guidance with audio sources.

System Setup Details

Setting the AUX Mode

Enabling or disabling the display of AUX sources.

Naming External Devices

Customizing names for connected external devices.

Setting of the External Monitor Output

Configuring the output for external monitors.

Setting of the Rear Camera

Enabling or disabling the rear camera display.

Setting the VISUAL Touch Button

Customizing touch button functions for visual sources.

Display and Digital Output Setup

Setting the Digital Output

Configuring the digital audio output connection.

Display Setup Operation

General procedures for accessing display settings.

Setting the Brightness of the Backlighting

Adjusting screen backlight brightness automatically or manually.

Display Setup Options

Adjusting the Minimum Level of Backlight

Fine-tuning the screen brightness level.

Switching Background Textures

Selecting different background images for the display.

Setting the Font Type

Choosing between different font styles for text.

i-Personalize and Bass Engine Setup

Setting the MX mode

Configuring the Media Xpander function for sound enhancement.

Setting the Bass Engine

Accessing the main menu for Bass Engine audio settings.

Bass Engine Configuration

Selecting Bass Max EQ mode (Maker's setting)

Choosing from preset equalizer modes for different music genres.

Adjusting and Storing/Recalling the Parametric EQ

Advanced tuning of equalizer bands and saving settings.

Time Correction and Bass Focus

Adjustment and Storing/Recalling of Time Correction

Setting speaker time alignment for optimal sound staging.

VISUAL EQ and Subwoofer Settings

Visual EQ Setting Operation

General procedures for accessing and setting Visual EQ modes.

Selecting the VISUAL EQ Mode (Maker's setting)

Choosing preset Visual EQ modes for different viewing scenarios.

Adjusting Brightness

Adjusting the picture brightness level.

Adjusting Color of Picture

Adjusting the color saturation of the picture.

Crossover and Bass Focus Adjustment

X-OVER Adjustment

Setting crossover frequencies for HPF and LPF filters.

Storing the Adjusted Contents

Saving adjusted crossover settings to preset buttons.

Visual EQ Settings

Adjusting Tint of Picture

Adjusting the color tint of the picture.

Adjusting Image Contrast

Adjusting the contrast level of the picture.

Visual EQ Storage and Data Download

Storing VISUAL EQ

Saving custom Visual EQ settings to user memory.

About SOUND SETUP/BACKGROUND Download

Information on downloading sound setup and background data.

Data Download and Amplifier Link

AMP Link (Optional)

Setting up the amplifier link for external amplifiers.

AMP Link Lock Function

Function to prevent accidental adjustment of amplifier input gain.

External Audio Processor Setup

Adjustment Procedure for Dolby Surround

Steps to adjust settings for Dolby Digital and DTS sound.

External Audio Processor Configuration

Setting the Speakers

Configuring speaker usage and response for the audio processor.

Set MX Mode of the External Audio Processor

Setting Media Xpander mode for the external audio processor.

X-OVER Adjustment

Adjusting crossover settings for the external audio processor.

Crossover and Time Correction

Performing Time Correction Manually (TCR)

Manually calculating and setting speaker time correction.

Audio Signal Phase and EQ

Phase Switching

Adjusting speaker phase (0° or 180°) for optimal sound.

Graphic Equalizer Adjustments

Adjusting the sound equalization using graphic EQ.

Equalizer Settings

Parametric Equalizer Adjustments

Advanced tuning of equalizer center frequency, bandwidth, and level.

Bass Sound Control and Speaker Setup

Setting Bass Sound Control

Adjusting low frequency sound characteristics.

Setting Bass Compressor

Adjusting bass sound for desired emphasis.

Speaker Setup

Configuring speaker characteristics for optimal playback.

Dolby 5.1ch and Audio Level Adjustment

Adjusting the acoustic image

Simulating a center speaker image by distributing center channel info.

Mixing bass sound to the rear channel

Enhancing rear seat sound by mixing front audio to rear speakers.

Achieving powerful high volume sound

Maximizing sound power by canceling Dolby Digital dynamic range compression.

Adjusting the speaker levels

Calibrating volume levels for individual speakers.

Adjusting the DVD Level

Setting the volume level for Dolby Digital, DTS, and PCM modes.

Dolby Pro Logic II Mode

Using the Pro Logic II Mode

Utilizing Pro Logic II for 5-channel surround sound from stereo sources.

Navigation and PCM Settings

Switching the Navigation Screen (Optional)

Displaying the navigation system screen on the unit.

Auxiliary Devices and SAT Radio

Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional)

Operating external devices connected to AUX terminals.

Receiving Channels with the SAT Receiver (Optional)

Tuning and receiving channels from the SAT Radio receiver.

Tuning in to Categorized Programs

Listening to SAT Radio programs by category.

Changing the Display

Displaying text information for XM or SIRIUS channels.

Changer and HDD Player Operation

Listening to Music of HDD

Operating the HDD player for music playback.

iPod Operation and Search

Searching for a desired Song

Finding songs on the iPod by various search criteria.

Searching by Playlist

Searching for songs within specific playlists on the iPod.

Searching by artist name

Finding songs on the iPod by artist name.

Searching by album name

Finding songs on the iPod by album name.

iPod Playback and Shuffle

Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.)

Enabling random shuffle playback for iPod albums or songs.

Repeat Play

Setting iPod playback to repeat a single song.

About Subdisplay Indications

Understanding the icons and indicators on the subdisplay.

Remote Control Operations

Controls on Remote Control

Detailed description of each button on the remote control.

Remote Control Usage and DVD/Video CD Functions

When Using the Remote Control

Proper usage guidelines and precautions for the remote control.

Information and Battery Replacement

About DVDs

Technical information about DVD discs and their features.

Audio Terminology

Dolby Digital

Explanation of the Dolby Digital audio compression technology.

DTS

Explanation of the DTS digital sound system technology.

Language Code Reference

List of Language Codes

Reference list of language codes used for settings.

Troubleshooting Guide

Basic Troubleshooting

Common issues like no display, no power, or blown fuses.

No sound or unnatural sound

Troubleshooting steps for audio output problems.

Screen not displayed

Steps to resolve issues where the screen does not display.

Unclear or noisy display

Solutions for display issues like blurriness or noise.

Navigation system inoperative

Troubleshooting steps when the navigation system is not working.

Error Messages and Indicators

Indication for CD/MP3/WMA

Error messages and indicators specific to CD/MP3/WMA playback.

Error Indications

Indication for DVD/Video CD

Error messages and indicators specific to DVD/Video CD playback.

Indication for CD changer

Error messages and indicators specific to CD changer operation.

Product Specifications

MONITOR SECTION

Technical specifications for the monitor.

FM TUNER SECTION

Technical specifications for the FM tuner.

AM TUNER SECTION

Technical specifications for the AM tuner.

CD/DVD SECTION

Technical specifications for CD and DVD playback.

Product Specifications (Continued)

GENERAL

General specifications including power and dimensions.

CHASSIS SIZE (Monitor section)

Dimensions of the monitor unit chassis.

CHASSIS SIZE (Tuner section)

Dimensions of the tuner unit chassis.

Installation and Connections

Warning

Critical warnings regarding proper installation procedures.

Caution

Important cautions for safe and correct installation.

Precautions

General precautions to prevent damage or malfunction during installation.

Installation Procedures

Installing the Monitor

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the monitor unit.

Installation Location

Guidance on choosing the optimal location for monitor mounting.

Component Installation

Installing the Tuner Box

Instructions for mounting the tuner box securely.

Installing the DC/DC Converter

Instructions for mounting the DC/DC converter unit.

Wiring Connections

Parking Brake Lead Connection

Connecting the parking brake lead for video playback safety.

Connection Diagram of SPST Switch (Sold Separately)

Wiring diagram for an optional SPST switch.

Wiring Diagram and System Example

System Example

Example of connecting the unit with external processors, nav, DVD player, and changer.

Alpine Limited Warranty

Products Covered

Details on which products are covered by the warranty.

Warranty Duration and Eligibility

Information on warranty length and who is eligible.

What is Covered

Description of what the warranty covers (defects in materials/workmanship).

What is Not Covered

List of conditions and damages not covered by the warranty.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Instructions on how to get warranty service for the product.

Warranty Limitations and Exclusions

Details on implied warranties and exclusion of damages.

Legal Rights and Canadian Clause

Information on state/provincial law and Canadian warranty specifics.

Customer Service Contact

Contact information for authorized Alpine service centers.

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