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Alpine IVA-W203 User Manual

Alpine IVA-W203
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YAMAGATA (Wuxi) Co., Ltd.
Block 28-25, Changjiang Nanlu, WND, jiangsu, China
Designed by ALPINE Japan
Printed in China (Y)
68-10872Z42-A
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Mobile Multimedia Station
IVA-W203
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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
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 ESPAƑA, 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

Table of Contents

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Alpine IVA-W203 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlpine
ModelIVA-W203
CategoryCar Video System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Setup

DVD Setup

Configure DVD playback settings like language, region, and parental controls.

RADIO Setup

Adjust radio tuning modes, presets, and HD Radio settings.

GENERAL Setup

Configure clock, display, and other general unit settings.

SYSTEM Setup

Manage external device connections, interrupts, and system preferences.

Setup

DISPLAY Setup

Customize screen brightness, colors, and visual elements.

VISUAL EQTM

Adjust picture settings for optimal visual experience.

Data Download

Download background data for wallpapers.

SIRIUS Setup

Configure SIRIUS radio settings, alerts, and team notifications.

Connection of an External Device

Details on connecting external audio processors.

Installation and Connections

LIMITED WARRANTY

Provides warranty information and terms for the product.

Operating Instructions

Safety Warnings

Crucial safety instructions for operation and installation.

PRECAUTIONS

Product Handling & Care

Guidelines for cleaning, temperature, moisture, and general care.

Disc Insertion & Handling

Procedures for inserting discs and handling them properly.

Installation Location

Advice on choosing the correct installation site for the unit.

Disc Accessories

Discs Playable on This Unit

Playable Discs

Lists compatible disc types and sizes for playback.

Discs that cannot be played

Incompatible Disc Types

Details on discs like DualDisc, region-locked DVDs, etc.

Using Compact Discs

Specifics on playing CD-R/CD-RW and MP3/WMA discs.

Tips for making your own CDs

Audio vs MP3/WMA CD Formats

Explains differences between audio and compressed formats.

CD-R/RW Formatting Guidelines

Covers multisession and properly formatted discs.

Handling Compact Discs

Best practices for handling CDs to ensure playback.

Using DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs

Disc Terminology

DVD Information Terms

Defines terms like Title and Chapter for DVDs.

Getting Started

Accessory List

Lists all included accessories with the unit.

Location of Controls

Identifies and describes the physical controls on the unit.

Powering On/Off & Button Descriptions

Explains how to turn the unit on/off and button labeling conventions.

Inserting/Ejecting a Disc

Adjusting the Volume & Display

How to view the Display

Recalling the Source

Procedure for switching between audio/video sources.

Radio Operation

Listening to the Radio

Basic steps for tuning and receiving radio stations.

Preset Station Management

Manual and automatic station presetting.

Tuning & Reception Modes

Explains tuning modes and HD Radio multicast.

Numeric Keypad Input

Radio Operation

Tuning to Preset Stations

How to select stored radio stations.

HD Radio Display & Multicast

Customizing HD radio display and receiving multicast content.

CD/MP3/WMA Playback

Playback & Disc Handling

Instructions for playing discs and inserting/ejecting them.

About MP3/WMA Files

Information on MP3/WMA file compatibility.

Selecting Folders (MP3/WMA)

Repeat Play & M.I.X. (Random Play)

About MP3/WMA Files

Copyright & File Types

Explains MP3/WMA, file formats, sampling rates, and tags.

Producing MP3/WMA Discs

Media & File System Support

Terminology

Audio Compression Terms

Defines Bit rate, Sampling rate, Encoding, Tag, Root folder.

DVD/Video CD Operation

Playing Discs & Safety Warnings

Instructions for playing discs, including safety warnings.

Menu Operations & Keypad Input

Navigating menus and using the numeric keypad.

DVD Menu Navigation

Search & Stop Functions

Searching programs, playlists, and stopping playback.

DVD Playback Control Functions

Fast-Forward, Pause & Skip

Controls for fast-forward, pause, frame-by-frame, slow motion, and skip.

DVD Playlist & Repeat Playback

DVD Search Functions

Search by Title, Chapter, or Track

Finding content by title, chapter, track, or playlist number.

DVD Playback Features

Angle, Scroll & Audio Track Switching

Switching angles, scrolling pages, and changing audio tracks.

DVD Audio/Subtitle Control

Managing Audio Languages & Subtitles

Managing audio languages, subtitles, and disc menus.

Displaying Disc Status

Other Useful Features

Adjusting the Audio Settings

Comprehensive guide to audio adjustments.

Audio Adjustments

Fader, Balance & Defeat Controls

Adjusting speaker balance, fader, and defeat settings.

Subwoofer & H.P.F. Settings

Configuring subwoofer output and high-pass filter.

Bass & Treble Tuning

Adjusting bass and treble frequencies and levels.

Treble & Loudness Settings

Search Function

Track/Folder Search

Locating specific tracks or folders.

Internal Player Modes

Rear Entertainment Function

Display Modes

Switching Display Modes

Adjusting aspect ratio (Wide, Cinema, Normal).

Simultaneous Function Control

Managing video source viewing while listening to another.

Blackout Mode Operation

Turning the display off to save power.

DVD Setup

DVD Setup Operation Procedure

Steps to access and modify DVD settings.

Language Configuration

Setting menu, audio, and subtitle languages.

Country Code Setting

Configuring the country code for rating levels.

DVD Setup

Parental Lock Settings

Restricting content based on age level and managing passwords.

Digital Output Setting

Configuring digital audio signal output.

DVD Setup Options

Bonus Code & DVD-Audio Playback Modes

Setting bonus codes and DVD-Audio playback modes.

MP3/WMA & Video CD Mode Settings

Configuring file playback modes for discs.

DVD Audio Output Options

RADIO Setup

Digital SEEK Setting (HD Radio)

Adjusting seek behavior for HD radio.

GENERAL Setup

General Setup Operation

Accessing and performing general settings.

Time & Clock Management

Configuring the clock and daylight saving time.

Demonstration & Beep Settings

Enabling demonstration mode and sound feedback.

GENERAL Setup

Scrolling & Dimmer Controls

Adjusting text scrolling and button lighting brightness.

SYSTEM Setup

System Setup Operation

Accessing and performing system settings.

External Device Interrupts

Managing audio interruptions from external devices.

Remote Sensor & Icon Settings

Configuring remote sensor function and interrupt icons.

SYSTEM Setup

Camera & Navigation Inputs

Configuring rear camera and navigation system inputs.

AUX & External Input Settings

Managing auxiliary inputs and audio levels.

Picture Output & Bluetooth Connection

Routing video to rear monitor and setting Bluetooth.

USB & Visual Button Settings

Enabling USB adapter and customizing visual button.

SYSTEM Setup

Visual Button & Digital Output Config

Customizing visual button and digital output.

Subwoofer On/Off Control

Enabling or disabling subwoofer output.

DISPLAY Setup

Display Setup Operation

Accessing and performing display settings.

Display Item Configuration

Adjusting various display elements like EQ, Dimmer, Background.

DISPLAY Setup

Backlighting & Brightness Adjustment

Controlling screen brightness and backlighting.

Background Textures & Font Color

Customizing visual themes and font colors.

Touch Panel Calibration

Adjusting touch screen alignment for accuracy.

VISUAL EQTM

Visual EQ Operation & Mode Selection

Performing visual EQ adjustments and selecting presets.

Picture Quality Adjustments

Fine-tuning brightness, color, tint, and contrast.

VISUAL EQTM

Picture Quality & Storing EQ Settings

Adjusting sharpness and saving custom EQ settings.

Data Download

Downloading BACKGROUND Data

Instructions for downloading data from Alpine's website.

SIRIUS Setup

SIRIUS Setup Operation

Accessing and configuring SIRIUS radio settings.

Announcement & Team Settings

Managing song/artist alerts and sports team notifications.

Connection of an External Device

External Audio Processor (Optional)

Connecting and operating an external audio processor.

External Audio Processor (Optional)

Dolby Surround Adjustment Procedure

Steps to adjust audio for Dolby Surround sound reproduction.

Speaker Setup & MX Mode

X-OVER Adjustment

Frequency & Slope Adjustments

Performing Time Correction Manually (TCR)

Phase Switching

Graphic Equalizer Adjustments

Parametric Equalizer Adjustments

Bass Sound Control

Bass Compressor & Focus

Adjusting low-frequency emphasis and focus.

Speaker Setup

Setting of Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital Features

Acoustic Image & Rear Mix

Adjusting soundstage and mixing bass to rear speakers.

Volume & Listening Modes

Managing listening modes and volume levels.

Speaker Level & DVD Level Settings

Adjusting output levels for speakers and DVD sources.

Memory & Pro Logic II Settings

Linear PCM Setting

Navigation System (Optional)

Portable Navigation System Operation

Operating an external portable navigation device.

Auxiliary Device (Optional)

Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional)

Connecting and operating external devices via AUX terminals.

Changer (Optional)

Controlling CD Changer (Optional)

Operating connected CD changers, including MP3 compatibility.

Multi-Changer Selection (Optional)

USB Operation (Optional)

Controlling USB Devices

Connecting and operating USB devices for music playback.

SAT Radio Receiver (Optional)

Receiving SAT Radio Channels

Tuning and selecting SAT radio stations.

SAT Radio Program Tuning & Display

Categorized program tuning and text information display.

SAT Radio Search & Presets

SIRIUS Search Functions

Searching by Category, Channel, Artist, Song

Searching for content by category, channel, artist, or song.

SAT Radio Information & Storage

Weather/Traffic, Song/Artist & Team Storage

Receiving weather/traffic, storing songs/artists, and favorite sports teams.

iPodĀ® (Optional)

iPod Compatibility & Playback

Information on compatible iPod models and playback procedures.

iPod Search Functions

iPod Shuffle & Repeat Playback

Remote Control

Remote Control Operation

Details on using the remote control buttons.

Remote Control Usage Guidelines

Best practices for using and maintaining the remote control.

Information

About DVDs

Information on DVD features like audio, subtitles, and multi-angle.

Terminology

Audio & System Terminology

Definitions for audio formats like Dolby Digital, DTS, Pro Logic II, LPCM.

Parental Lock Terminology

Explanation of rating levels and parental lock functions.

List of Language Codes

List of Country Codes

Troubleshooting Guide

Basic System Issues

Resolving common problems like no power, no sound, or display issues.

Radio Reception Problems

Troubleshooting antenna and tuning issues.

Disc Playback Problems

Diagnosing and fixing issues with disc playback.

Error Indications

Mechanical & Operational Errors

Addressing errors related to the unit's mechanics and general operation.

CD/MP3/WMA Error Codes

Understanding and resolving specific error messages for discs.

DVD/Video CD Error Indications

Disc & Signal Errors

Troubleshooting disc compatibility, regional codes, and video signals.

CD Changer Error Indications

Changer Malfunctions & Errors

Addressing issues like HI-TEMP, ERROR01, ERROR02, NO MAGAZINE, DISC ERROR.

SAT Receiver Error Indications

Antenna & Signal Issues

Troubleshooting SAT receiver antenna connection and signal strength.

Broadcast & Update Status

Understanding broadcast status and update procedures.

iPod Error Indications

Connection & Software Errors

Resolving iPod connection and software compatibility issues.

Specifications

Technical Specifications Overview

Details on Monitor, Tuner, CD/DVD, Pickup, Remote, General, and Chassis.

Installation and Connections

Safety Warnings & Precautions

Critical safety guidelines for installation.

Installation Guidelines & Precautions

Advice on proper installation techniques and location choice.

Installation

Mounting & Location Precautions

Instructions for mounting the unit and choosing a suitable location.

Installation

Seal & Face Plate Installation

Procedures for using seals and installing the face plate.

Wiring Connections

Connections Diagram

Signal & Control Lead Connections

Wiring for Ai-NET, remote, reverse, and monitor control signals.

Audio & Component Connections

Connecting audio outputs, speakers, and CD changers.

System Example

Connecting External Equipment

System & Control Connections

Wiring for system switch, remote controls, and monitor control.

Input/Output Connections

Connecting cameras, video/audio sources, and extension cables.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Warranty Coverage, Limitations & Service

Details on warranty scope, exclusions, and service procedures.

Customer Service Contact Information

How to contact Alpine for support.

Customer Care Registration

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