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Alpine CDA-9827 User's Manual

1. SUBW BALANCE VOLUME DEFEAT FADER Scroll Setting This CD player can scroll the disc and track names recorded on CD TEXT discs as well as the text information of MP3 WMA files folder names and tags This function can be used for CDA 9825 model if the changer compatible with CD Text is connected 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the f or g button to select SCR SCROLL 3 Press the BAND TEL button to toggle the mode between SCR AUTO and MANU SCR AUTO the CD text information the text information of folder and file names and the tags are scrolled automatically SCR MANU the display is scrolled only when a disc is loaded or when a track is changed etc 4 When the setting is completed press the F SETUP button to return to the normal mode NOTES Initial mode is SCR MANU The unit scrolls CD text names folder names file names or tag display The disc titles input manually refer to page 10 cannot be scrolled 12 EN SETUP Operation BAND TEL g f F SETUP SOURCE POWER Setting the Tone Defeat for External Devices When inputting external devices to this unit turning DEFEAT ON will bypass BASS TREBLE and MX i e sound for external devices is output at the default setting 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the f or g button to select INT 3 Press the BAND TEL button to toggle the mod
2. CD changer for CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 Changeur CD pour CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 Cambiador de CD para CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 1 EN ENGLISH Contents Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING 3 CAUTION 3 PRECAUTIONS 3 Basic Operation Detaching the Front Panel 5 Attaching the Front Panel 5 Initial System Start Up 5 Turning Power On and Off 5 Adjusting Volume Balance Between Left and Right Fader Between Front and Rear Defeat 6 Audio Mute Function 6 Displaying Time 6 Setting Time 6 Setting the Bass Control 7 Setting the Treble Control 7 Setting the Bass Type 7 Setting the MX Mode 8 Blackout Mode On and Off 8 Displaying the Title Text 9 Titling Discs Stations 10 Erasing Disc Tit
3. TUNER CD CD CHANGER 9 8 6 21 EN Folder Search mode You can search for your desired folder in the disc 2 Select the desired folder by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds 3 Press the Rotary encoder to play back the first file in the selected folder NOTES Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds in Folder Search mode While in Folder Search mode press the SEARCH button to switch to File Search mode NO FILE is displayed for 2 seconds if the folder that is selected by the Folder Search mode contains no files is displayed for the root folder Quick Search Function You can search for all Files 1 Press and hold the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds in MP3 WMA mode to activate Quick Search mode 2 Select the desired File by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds The selected file is played back immediately Playing MP3 Data You can select either playback only of CD data or playback of formatted CD data and MP3 files When a disc contains CD or the MP3 file data playback starts from the CD data portion of the disc 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the f or g button to select CD DA MP3 3 Press the BAND TEL button to toggle the mode between CD DA and CD MP3 CD DA Only CD data can be played back CD MP3 Both CD data and M
4. 4 3 1 2 9 7 amp Ai NET NORM Connections Subwoofers CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only To amplifier or equalizer Ignition Key To vehicle phone To the instrument cluster illumination lead Amplifier Amplifier Amplifier Antenna To power antenna Battery Front right Rear right Front left Rear CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only Front CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only Speakers Rear left Blue Blue White Pink Black Orange Red Yellow Black POWER ANT REMOTE TURN ON AUDIO INTERRUPT IN ILLUMINATION IGNITION BATTERY GND SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER RIGHT REAR SPEAKER LEFT REAR SPEAKER LEFT FRONT Gray Gray Black Violet Black Violet Green Green Black White Black White CDA 9827 only Installation and Connections CD Changer Sold Separately Rear or Subwoofers CDA 9826 only CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only 37 EN amp Left Rear Speaker Output Lead Green Left Rear Speaker Output Lead Green Black Left Front Speaker Output Lead White Black Left Front Speaker Output Lead White Ai NET Connector Connect this to the output or input connector of other product CD Changer Equalizer etc equipped with Ai NET NOTE You can input TV video sound by connecting an optional Ai NET RCA Interface cable KCA 121B to th
5. press and hold the B OUT button for at least 3 seconds DISP TITLE MX 9 EN Displaying the Title Text It is possible to display the CD Station title if the title has been previously inputted For details see Titling Disc Stations page 10 Text information such as the disc name and the track name will be displayed if playing a CD text compatible disc It is also possible to display the folder name the file name and the tag etc while playing MP3 WMA files 1 Press the DISP TITLE button The mode will change every time the button is pressed About Title and Text Title With this device it is possible to input the CD Station name refer to page 10 This inputted name is referred to as a title You cannot input or display titles on MP3 WMA discs Text Text compatible CDs contain text information such as the disc name and track name Such text information is referred to as text Radio mode CD mode Text is displayed for the CDA 9825 model when a compatible changer with CD text is connected MP3 WMA mode MP3 files can be played back with the CDA 9825 model if an MP3 compatible changer is connected FREQUENCY DISPLAY CLOCK DISPLAY TITLE DISPLAY 2 ELAPSED TIME DISPLAY CLOCK DISPLAY TEXT DISPLAY DISC NAME 1 TEXT DISPLAY TRACK NAME 1 TITLE DISPLAY 2 1 Displayed during playback of a disc with CD Text NO TEXT
6. will be displayed when the CD contains no Text data Text cannot be displayed for the CDA 9825 model 2 If the title was not previously input NO TITLE is displayed 3 The recording sampling rate and bit rate of the MP3 WMA file are displayed 4 If an MP3 WMA file contains ID3 tag WMA tag information all the ID3 tag WMA tag information is displayed e g track name artist name and album name All other tag data is ignored NO DATA will be displayed if an MP3 WMA file contains no ID3 tag WMA tag information 5 is displayed for the folder name of the root folder About the indicator display When displaying Title Text the following indicators are lit according to the mode NOTES Some characters may not be displayed correctly with this device depending on the character type The CD changer must also be CD Text compatible for the Text information to be displayed When the Scroll Setting refer to page 11 is set to SCR MANU press and hold the DISP TITLE button for at least 3 seconds to scroll the Text information only once TEXT DISPLAY FOLDER NAME DISPLAY FILE NAME DISPLAY or TAG DISPLAY mode NO SUPRT is displayed when the desired text information cannot be displayed on this unit The text or tag information may not be correctly displayed depending on the contents FILE ELAPSED TIME DISPLAY FOLDER NO FILE NO DISPLAY CLOCK D
7. Function 23 Changing the Display 23 Setting the tuning method 23 Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display 23 MobileHub Link Operation Optional About MobileHub Link 24 Telephone Mode ON OFF 24 Incoming Calls 24 Calling Calling by the address book 25 Calling by using the Speed Dial 25 Calling by the outgoing incoming absent incoming history 25 SMS Short Message Service Operation Receiving a short message 25 Remote Control Operation Controls on Remote Control CDA 9827 only 26 Battery Replacement CDA 9827 only 27 Information About MP3 WMA 28 In Case of Difficulty 30 Specifications 33 Installation and Connections Warning 34 Caution 34 Precautions 34 Installation 35 Connect
8. NO SIGNL OFF AIR Information 33 EN Specifications FM TUNER SECTION Tuning Range 87 7 107 9 MHz Mono Usable Sensitivity 9 3 dBf 0 8 V 75 ohms 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity 13 5 dBf 1 3 V 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 530 1 710 kHz Sensitivity IEC Standard 22 5 V 27 dB CD PLAYER SECTION Frequency Response 5 20 000 Hz 1 dB Wow amp Flutter WRMS Below measurable limits Total Harmonic Distortion 0 008 at 1 kHz Dynamic Range 95 dB at 1 kHz Signal to Noise Ratio 105 dB Channel Separation 85 dB at 1 kHz PICKUP Wave length 795 nm Laser power CLASS I REMOTE CONTROL Battery Type AAA batteries 2 pcs Width 42 mm 1 21 32 Height 121 mm 4 25 32 Depth 23 mm 29 32 Weight 50 g 1 8 oz GENERAL Power Requirement 14 4 V DC 11 16 V allowable Power Output 18 W RMS 4 CDA 9827 CDA9825 16 W RMS 4 CDA 9826 Primary amplifier ratings per CEA 2006 Standard Power output measured at 4 Ohms and 1 THD N S N 80 dBA reference 1 W into 4 Ohms Maximum Pre Output Voltage 4 V 10k ohms CDA 9827 CDA9825 2 V 10k ohms CDA 9826 Maximum Subwoofer Output Voltage CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only 4 V 10 k ohms Bass 14 dB at 60 Hz Treble 14 dB at 10 kHz Weight 1 5 kg 3 lbs 5 oz CHASSIS SIZE Width 178
9. TEL button for at least 2 seconds 2 Within 5 seconds place a call by pressing and holding the desired preset buttons 1 through 6 for at least 2 seconds By pressing the F SETUP button and then pressing the preset button 1 through 3 for at least 2 seconds you can place a call to the number registered in 7 to 9 NOTES You can place a call by pressing the J button after momentarily pressing the preset button 1 through 6 of the number you wish to call You can place a call by pressing the Rotary encoder after selecting a number which you wish to call by pressing the g or f button or by turning the Rotary encoder 3 Press the BAND TEL button to end the call The telephone mode will end and return to the original source mode NOTE If there is no telephone number registered to a preset button NO P SET is displayed when you try to place a call Calling by the outgoing incoming absent incoming history You can place a call to any of the last 999 calls by the outgoing incoming absent incoming history 1 Set the history mode by pressing the SEARCH button in PHONE BK Phone Book mode 2 Select DIALED outgoing history RECEIVED incoming history or MISSED absent incoming history by pressing the 8 or 9 button 3 When the addressee has been selected by turning the Rotary encoder or pressing the g or f button from the outgoing or incoming history place a call by pressing the J button or the R
10. The indicator will disappear when the temperature returns to within operation range Malfunction in the CD Changer Consult your Alpine dealer Press the magazine eject button and pull out the magazine Check the indication Insert the magazine again If the magazine cannot be pulled out consult your Alpine dealer Magazine ejection not possible Press the magazine eject button If the magazine does not eject consult your Alpine dealer A disc is left inside the CD Changer Press the Eject button to activate the eject function When the CD Changer finishes the eject function insert an empty CD magazine into the CD Changer to receive the disc left inside the CD Changer No magazine is loaded into the CD Changer Insert a magazine No indicated disc Choose another disc HI TEMP ERROR 01 NO MAGZN ERROR 02 NO DISC Indication for CD Player Protective circuit is activated due to high temperature The indicator will disappear when the temperature returns to within operation range No CD is inserted Insert a CD Mechanism error 1 Press the c button and eject the CD If not ejecting consult your Alpine dealer 2 When the error indication remains after ejecting press the c button again If the error indication still does not turn off after pressing the c button for a few times consult your Alpine dealer NOTE When the ERROR is displayed In case that t
11. This is achieved while still maintaining CD quality sound Method for creating MP3 WMA files Audio data is compressed by using MP3 WMA specified software For details on creating MP3 WMA files refer to the user s manual for that software The MP3 files that can be played back by this device have the file extension mp3 Files with no extension can not be played back WMA files have the wma extension WMA ver 7 1 and 8 are supported Supported playback sampling rates and bit rates MP3 Sampling rates 48 kHz 44 1 kHz 32 kHz 24 kHz 22 05 kHz 16 kHz 12 kHz 11 025 kHz 8 kHz Bit rates 8 320 kbps WMA Sampling rates 48 kHz 44 1 kHz 32 kHz 24 kHz 22 05 kHz Bit rates 32 192 kbps Note that for sampling rates this device s frame display Page 9 may not display correctly This device may not play back correctly depending on sampling rates ID3 tags WMA tags ID3 tags of this device support ID3 tag v1 and v2 If ID3 tag WMA tag data is in an MP3 WMA file this device can display the title track title artist name and album name ID3 WMA tag data This device can only display single byte alphanumeric characters up to 30 for ID3 tags and up to 15 for WMA tags and the underscore For non supported characters NO SUPRT is displayed The tag information may not be correctly displayed depending on the contents Producing MP3 WMA discs MP3 WMA files are prepared then written to
12. Track Search Function 18 Quick Search Function 18 Controlling CD Changer Optional 18 Multi Changer Selection 19 MP3 WMA Operation Playing MP3 WMA Files CDA 9827 CDA 9826 only 20 Playing MP3 Files with the CD Changer Optional 20 Music Sensor Skip 20 Fast Forward and Backward 20 Repeat Play 20 M I X Random Play 21 Scanning files 21 Folder File Search Function 21 Quick Search Function 21 Playing MP3 Data 21 Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries 2 EN XM Radio Operation Optional Receiving XM Channels with the XM Receiver Optional 22 Checking the XM Radio ID Number 22 Storing XM Channel Presets 22 Receiving Stored XM Channels 22 Channel Category Search Function 23 Quick Search
13. Use of special shape discs may cause damage to the mechanism Installation Location Make sure the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 will not be installed in a location subjected to Direct sun and heat High humidity and water Excessive dust Excessive vibrations Correct Handling Do not drop the disc while handling Hold the disc so you will not leave fingerprints on the surface Do not affix tape paper or gummed labels to the disc Do not write on the disc Disc Cleaning Fingerprints dust or soil on the surface of the disc could cause the CD player to skip For routine cleaning wipe the playing surface with a clean soft cloth from the center of the disc to the outer edge If the surface is heavily soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a solution of mild neutral detergent before cleaning the disc Disc Accessories There are various accessories available on the market for protecting the disc surface and improving sound quality However most of them will influence the thickness and or diameter of the disc 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 CD players Center Hole Bumps Center Hole New Disc Outside Bumps CORRECT INCORRECT CORRECT Disc Stabilizer Transparent Sheet WARNING 5 EN Basic Operation SOURCE POWER Detaching the Front Panel 1 Pr
14. a CD R or CD RW using CD R writing software A disc can hold up to 510 files folders including Root Folders Media supported The media that this device can play back are CD ROMs CD Rs and CD RWs Corresponding File Systems This device supports discs formatted with ISO9660 Level 1 or Level 2 Under the ISO9660 standard there are some restrictions to remember The maximum nested folder depth is 8 including the root directory File folder names are limited to 31 characters including the extension Valid characters for folder file names are letters A Z all caps numbers 0 9 and _ underscore This device also can play back discs in Joliet Romeo etc and other standards that conform to ISO9660 However sometimes the file names folder names etc are not displayed correctly Formats supported This device supports CD ROM XA Mixed Mode CD Enhanced CD CD Extra and Multi Session This device can not correctly play back discs recorded with Track At Once or packet writing 29 EN Order of tracks The unit plays the files in the order that the writing software writes them Therefore the playing order may not be the same as the order you input The playback order of the folders and files is as follows However the folder and file playback order differs from the folder no and file no indicated on the display Folder MP3 WMA File Terminology Bit rate This is the sound compress
15. ball point pen or other pointed object press the RESET switch mounted behind this hole to complete the initialization procedure Turning Power On and Off 1 Press the SOURCE POWER button to turn on the unit NOTE The unit can be turned on by pressing any other button except the eject c and DISP TITLE button Press and hold the SOURCE POWER button for at least 3 seconds to turn off the unit NOTE The first time power is turned on the volume will start from level 12 About the alphanumeric display of this unit All English lower case characters are displayed as upper case on this unit The alphanumeric display in the following table shows alphanumeric characters numbers that may be difficult to distinguish 0 2 5 6 8 A B D G H K M Q R S Z Alphanumeric Alphanumeric Display Display 1 RESET switch 6 EN Basic Operation CENTER f MUTE BAND TEL g f MODE Rotary encoder Adjusting Volume Balance Between Left and Right Fader Between Front and Rear Defeat 1 Press the MODE Rotary encoder repeatedly to choose the desired mode Each press changes the modes as follows Volume 0 35 Balance L15 R15 Fader R15 F15 Subwoofer 0 15 Defeat ON OFF NOTES If the MODE Rotary encoder is not pressed within 5 seconds after selecting the BALANCE FADER DEFEAT or SUBWOOFER mode the unit automatically returns to the VOLUME mode When the subwoofer mo
16. dim whenever the vehicle s lights are turned on 6 Switched Power Lead Ignition Red Connect this lead to an open terminal on the vehicle s fuse box or another unused power source which provides 12V only when the ignition is turned on or in the accessory position 7 Battery Lead Yellow Connect this lead to the positive post of the vehicle s battery 8 Ground Lead Black Connect this lead to a good chassis ground on the vehicle Make sure the connection is made to bare metal and is securely fastened using the sheet metal screw provided 9 Fuse Holder 10A Power Supply Connector Right Front Speaker Output Lead Gray Right Front Speaker Output Lead Gray Black Right Rear Speaker Output Lead Violet Black Right Rear Speaker Output Lead Violet To prevent external noise from entering the audio system Locate the unit and route the leads at least 10 cm away from the car harness Keep the battery power leads as far away from other leads as possible Connect the ground lead securely to a bare metal spot remove any paint dirt or grease if necessary of the car chassis If you add an optional noise suppressor connect it as far away from the unit as possible Your Alpine dealer carries various noise suppressors contact them for further information Your Alpine dealer knows best about noise prevention measures so consult your dealer for further information L
17. each source FM AM XM CD etc until the setting is changed The Treble frequency settings adjusted for one source are effective for all other sources FM AM XM CD etc Depending on the connected devices some functions and display indications do not work However Treble Level is still adjustable if an audio processor with the Treble function is connected This function is inoperable when DEFEAT is ON Setting the Bass Type This function allows for 3 different Bass Type settings Select the one that appeals to you the most 1 Press and hold the CENTER f button for at least 2 seconds to set the Bass Type 2 Select the desired Type 1 through 3 by pressing the g or f button within 15 seconds Type 1 will sound best if you have a subwoofer in your system Use Type 2 or 3 if you are using small diameter speakers 3 Press and hold the CENTER f button for at least 2 seconds to return to the normal mode NOTES Bass Center Frequency and Bass Band width previously set are replaced when selecting TYPE 1 through 3 When Bass Type is OFF your previous settings are restored Bass Type is not selectable when connected to an external audio processor BASS TREBLE normal mode 60Hz 80Hz 100Hz 200Hz B Width1 B Width2 B Width3 B Width4 Narrow Wide 8 EN Setting the MX Mode MX Media Xpander makes voc
18. in the CD Changer mode to activate Track Search mode 2 Select a desired track by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds 3 Press the Rotary encoder to play back the selected track NOTES Search mode in Track Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds In changer mode a track can be searched from the currently playing disc by CD text or track Quick Search Function You can search for tracks 1 Press and hold the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds in the CD Changer mode to activate Quick Search mode 2 Select a desired track by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds The selected track is played back NOTE Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds in Quick Search mode Controlling CD Changer Optional An optional 6 disc or 12 disc CD Changer may be connected to the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 if it is Ai NET compatible With a CD Changer connected to the Ai NET input of the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 the CD Changer will be controllable from the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 Using the KCA 400C Multi Changer Switching device or the KCA 410C Versatile Link Terminal multiple changers can be controlled by the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 See the Multi Changer Selection section on page 19 for selecting the CD Changers NOTES The controls on the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 for CD Changer operation are ope
19. mm 7 Height 50 mm 2 Depth 160 mm 6 1 4 NOSEPIECE SIZE Width 170 mm 6 11 16 Height 46 mm 1 13 16 Depth 20 mm 25 32 Due to continuous product improvement specifications and design are subject to change without notice 34 EN Installation and Connections Caution HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS The wiring and installation of this unit requires special technical skill and experience To ensure safety always contact the dealer where you purchased this product to have the work done USE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL THEM SECURELY Be sure to use only the specified accessory parts Use of other than designated parts may damage this unit internally or may not securely install the unit in place This may cause parts to become loose resulting in hazards or product failure ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE Route the cables and wiring away from moving parts like the seat rails or sharp or pointed edges This will prevent crimping and damage to the wiring If wiring passes through a hole in metal use a rubber grommet to prevent the wire s insulation from being cut by the metal edge of the hole DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE OR DUST Avoid installing the unit in locations with high incidence of moisture or dust Moisture or dust that penetrates into this unit may result in product failure Precautions Be sure to disconnect
20. on page 23 NOTES When the Scroll Setting refer to page 11 is set to SCR AUTO the display scrolls continuously When the Scroll Setting is set to SCR MANU the display scrolls only once after any function is performed PRESET BAND SEARCH etc Press and hold the DISP TITLE button for more than 3 seconds to scroll the display manually Channel Number and Clock displays do not scroll Depending on the model the display may differ from the one shown above When displaying the Channel Name the number 6 described in the section About the indicator display page 9 is lit When displaying the Artist Name the number 4 described in the section About the indicator display page 9 is lit Setting the tuning method You can set the tuning method You can select the received stations in Channel No order or in Channel Name order alphabetic order 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the g or f button to choose between CH NO or ALPHABET 3 Press the BAND TEL button to set the tuning method CH NO Set in order of channel no ALPHABET Set in alphabetic order 4 Press the F SETUP button to return to normal mode Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display The XM Auxiliary Data Field display can be switched ON or OFF 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Select ADF Auxiliary Data Field by pressing the
21. D player press the SOURCE POWER button to select the CD mode 2 Press the J button to temporarily stop CD playback To resume playback press the J button again 5 17 EN On handling Compact Discs CD CD R CD RW Do not touch the surface Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight Do not affix stickers or labels and do not write on the surface Clean the disc when it is dusty Make sure that there are no bumps around the disc Do not use commercially available disc accessories Do not leave the disc in the car or the unit for a long time Never expose the disc to direct sunlight Heat and humidity may damage the CD and you may not be able to play it again To customers using CD R CD RW If a CD R CD RW cannot be played back make sure close session finalization has been performed Finalize the CD R CD RW if necessary and attempt playback again Music Sensor Skip 1 Momentarily press the g button once during CD play to return to the beginning of the current track If you wish to access the beginning of a track further back repeatedly press until you reach the desired track Press the f button once to advance to the beginning of the next track If you wish to access the beginning of a track further ahead press repeatedly until the desired track is reached NOTE The music sensor feature is functional in the play or pause mode Fast Forward and Backward 1 Press and hold the g or f
22. EN FR ES ES IT SE R CDA 9827 CDA 9826 Designed by ALPINE Japan Printed in China Y 68 00493Z01 A OWNER S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment MODE D EMPLOI Veuillez lire avant d utiliser cet appareil MANUAL DE OPERACI N L alo antes de utilizar este equipo Melyi Printing Factory Dalian China No 28 Chang Qing Street Xl Gang District Dalian China FM AM CD Receiver FM AM CD Receiver 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 7300 Warden Ave Suite 203 Markham Ontario L3R 9Z6 Canada Phone 1 800 ALPINE 1 1 800 257 4631 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 ESPA A S A Portal de Gamarra 36 Pabell n 32 01013 Vitoria Alava APDO 133 Spain Phone 945 283588 CDA 9825 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 M nchen G
23. F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the f or g button to select the MUTE mode 3 Press the BAND TEL button to turn on or off the MUTE mode Each press toggles between the MUTE ON and OFF modes NOTE The initial setting at the factory is MUTE ON 4 Press the F SETUP button again to return to normal operation 13 EN Connecting to an External Amplifier When an external amplifier is connected and the built in amplifier is not used removing power from the built in amplifier will improve the sound quality The power to the internal amplifier is turned OFF by the following procedure 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the f or g button to select PWR 3 Press the BAND TEL button to toggle the mode between PWR ON and PWR OFF PWR OFF When activating the speakers this setting can be performed by connecting between the front and rear pre amplifier of the unit and the external amplifier In this setting nothing is output to the speakers Speakers Front left Front right Rear left Rear right SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER RIGHT REAR SPEAKER LEFT REAR SPEAKER LEFT FRONT Amplifier Front left Front right Rear left Rear right Rear left Rear right CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only CDA 9826 only Amplifier Amplifier PWR ON The speakers are driven by the built in amplifier NOTE No sound is produced by the system when the p
24. ICIAN PLACE OF PURCHASE Before installing or connecting the unit please read the following and pages 3 and 4 of this manual thoroughly for proper use Warning MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or product damage USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND Check with your dealer if you are not sure Failure to do so may result in fire etc BEFORE WIRING DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due to electrical shorts DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED IN SURROUNDING OBJECTS Arrange wiring and cables in compliance with the manual to prevent obstructions when driving Cables or wiring that obstruct or hang up on places such as the steering wheel gear lever brake pedals etc can be extremely hazardous DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other equipment Doing so will exceed the current carrying capacity of the wire and result in fire or electric shock DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES When drilling holes in the chassis for installation take precautions so as not to contact damage or obstruct pipes fuel lines tanks or electrical wiring Failure to take such precautions may result in fire DO NOT USE BOLTS OR NUTS IN THE BRAKE OR STEERING SYSTEMS TO MAKE GROUND CONNECTIONS Bolts or nuts used for the brake or steering syst
25. IMITED 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 Alpine at one of the telephone numbers listed below PRODUCTS COVERED This Warranty covers Car Audio Visual Products and Related Accessories the product Products purchased in the Canada are covered only in the Canada Products purchased in the U S A are covered only in the U S A LENGTH OF WARRANTY This Warranty is in effect for one year from the date of the first consumer purchase LIFETIME TAPE HEAD WARRANTY All Alpine Car Audio analog tape heads excluding Video tape heads are warranted for life against manufacturing defects causing failure WHO IS COVERED This Warranty only covers the original purchaser of the product who must reside in the United States Puerto Rico or Canada WHAT IS COVERED This Warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship parts and labor in the product WHAT IS NOT COVERED This Warranty does not cover the following 1 Damage occurring during shipment of the product to Alpine for repair claims must be presented to the carrier 2 Damage caused by accident abuse negligence misuse improper connections improper operation or failure to follow in
26. ISPLAY FOLDER NAME DISPLAY FILE NAME DISPLAY TRACK NAME DISPLAY ARTIST NAME DISPLAY ALBUM NAME DISPLAY FRAME DISPLAY 3 4 ID3 tag WMA tag This indicator is constantly lit 123456 Indicator Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 CD Mode While displaying Title While displaying Text Disc Name While displaying Text Track Name MP3 WMA Mode While displaying Folder Name While displaying File Name While displaying Artist Name While displaying Album Name While displaying Track Name TUNER Mode While displaying Title Tag information 10 EN Titling Discs Stations It is possible to title your favorite CD s or radio stations You cannot input titles on MP3 WMA discs 1 Press the DISP TITLE button and select the title display mode For details see Displaying the Title Text page 9 2 Press and hold the DISP TITLE button for at least 3 seconds The first character will blink 3 Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired letter numeral symbol available for naming 4 Press the Rotary encoder to store the first character The first character will stop blinking and the display will automatically advance to the next character When that character begins to blink you may choose the next letter or symbol of your title 5 Repeat the steps 3 and 4 above to complete the titling P
27. P3 file tracks can be played back 4 Press the F SETUP button to return to normal mode NOTE Perform this setting before inserting a disc If a disc has already been inserted perform the setting after you remove the disc If you use an MP3 changer you have to change discs When an MP3 compatible CD changer with Repeat All function is connected NOTE If an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds M I X Random Play 1 Press the 5 button in the play or pause mode The files on the disc will be played back in a random sequence To cancel M I X play press the 5 button again to turn off the M I X M I X Only files in a folder are played back in random sequence M I X Files are played back in random sequence If an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected all files in a disc are played back in random sequence and playback shifts to the next disc off NOTE In case an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds Scanning files 1 Press the 6 button to activate the Scan mode The first 10 seconds of each file will be played back in succession To stop scanning press the 6 button and deactivate the S
28. TEL f g Rotary encoder SEARCH F SETUP J 9 8 An outgoing call from a portable telephone is also possible However you cannot perform different operations at the same time from a portable telephone and CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 as malfunction can result With a Junction BOX connected outgoing incoming and sending history will also be recorded in the portable telephone While telephoning DEFEAT is also set to ON When the call has finished the unit returns to the setting which you previously set The telephone volume can be adjusted from the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 The volume you set during the call is memorized and is automatically applied again on the next call While telephoning or receiving incoming calls press the DISP TITLE button to indicate the Network Operator display for 5 seconds Incoming Calls 1 Press the J button to receive an incoming call 2 Press the BAND TEL button to finish a call The telephone mode will end and return to the original source mode NOTES When the Automatic Calling mode is on you can talk after 3 seconds of receiving the incoming call The incoming call can be switched to Automatic Calling or Manual Calling 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Select the TEL mode by pressing the g or f button 3 Press the BAND TEL button to change to TEL AUTO or TEL MANU 4 Press the F SETUP button to return to normal
29. TUNE A ME button for at least 2 seconds The frequency on the display continues to change while the automatic memory is in progress The tuner will automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band They will be stored into buttons 1 to 6 in order of signal strength When the automatic memory has been completed the tuner goes to the station stored in the preset location No 1 NOTE If no stations are stored the tuner will return to the original station you were listening to before the auto memory procedure began Tuning to Preset Stations 1 Press the BAND TEL button repeatedly until the desired band is displayed 2 Press the station Preset button that has your desired radio station in memory The display shows the band preset number and frequency of the station selected Station Title Search Function If titles for radio stations are entered you can search for a radio station from its title 1 Press the SEARCH button in Radio mode to switch to Title Search mode The first title input blinks in the display 2 Select the desired title by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds 3 Press the Rotary encoder to receive the frequency of the selected title NOTES Search mode in Title Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds If a station has no title NO TITLE is displayed for 2 seconds Quick Search Function You can search for radio stations
30. als or instruments sound distinct regardless of the music source The radio CD and MP3 will be able to reproduce the music clearly even in cars with a lot of road noise 1 Press the MX button to select MX ON 2 Press the SOURCE POWER button to select the source you want to MX Media Xpander correct 3 Press and hold the MX button for at least 2 seconds to select the MX mode 4 Turn the Rotary encoder to select your preferred mode or OFF FM MX level 1 to 3 The medium to high frequencies become more clear and produces well balanced sound in all the bands CD MX level 1 to 3 CD mode processes a large amount of data during playback MX takes advantage of this large data quantity to reproduce a more clear clean output MP3 WMA XM MX level 1 to 3 This corrects information that was omitted at the time of compression This reproduces a well balanced sound close to the original DVD or Video CD MOVIE MX level 1 to 2 The dialog portion of the video is reproduced more clearly MUSIC MX level 1 This disk 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 MP3 MUSIC or MOVIE that corresponds to the media connected If two external devices are connected the MX mode of each media can be selected SOURCE POWER Rotary encoder Basic Operation B OUT 5 After setting press the Rotary encoder to return to the nor
31. ase a 6 disc CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds In case a 12 disc CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds A disc that contains more than 40 tracks may not be correctly played back with the M I X function RPT RPT off Repeat All M I X M I X off ALL M I X 18 EN CD Player Operation Scanning Programs 1 Press the 6 button to activate the Scan mode The first 10 seconds of each track will be played back in succession To stop scanning press the 6 button and deactivate the Scan mode NOTES In case a 6 disc CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds In case a 12 disc CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds Track Search Function While you are currently playing back and listening to a CD text compatible disc you can search for tracks from its text to select the next track For a non CD text disc you can search by track 1 Press the SEARCH button
32. asic No function or display Vehicle s ignition is off If connected following instructions the unit will not operate with the vehicle s ignition off Improper power lead connections Check power lead connections Blown fuse Check the fuse on the battery lead of the unit replace with the proper value if necessary Internal micro computer malfunctioned due to interference noise etc Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or other pointed article Radio Unable to receive stations No antenna or open connection in cable Make sure the antenna is properly connected replace the antenna or cable if necessary Unable to tune stations in the seek mode You are in a weak signal area Make sure the tuner is in the DX mode If the area you are in is a primary signal area the antenna may not be grounded and connected properly Check your antenna connections make sure the antenna is properly grounded at its mounting location The antenna may not be the proper length Make sure the antenna is fully extended if broken replace the antenna with a new one Broadcast is noisy The antenna is not the proper length Extend the antenna fully replace it if it is broken The antenna is poorly grounded Make sure the antenna is grounded properly at its mounting location Information 31 EN Indication for CD Changer Protective circuit is activated due to high temperature
33. ate in the same way as for the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 CD player For details please see the CD Operation section If the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator is illuminated the Disc Select buttons become nonfunctional When a 12 disc CD Changer is connected To select discs numbered from 1 to 6 the procedure is the same as for the 6 disc CD Changer To select discs numbered from 7 to 12 first press the F button This changes the D indicator to d Then press the desired Preset button With the F button activated the Preset buttons 1 to 6 will represent discs 7 to 12 respectively Multi Changer Selection 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 If you use 2 Switching devices you can connect up to 6 CD Changers When using KCA 410C Versatile Link Terminal you can connect two changers and two external outputs AUX 1 Press the SOURCE POWER button on the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 to activate the CD Changer mode Alternatively press the SOURCE button on the Remote Control CDA 9827 only to activate the CD Changer mode 2 Press the BAND button on the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 or the RUE 4187 to activate the CD Changer Selection mode BAND SOURCE 20 EN Playing MP3 WMA Files CDA 9827 CDA 9826 on
34. button for at least 2 seconds to erase the title displayed 5 Press the DISP TITLE button to cancel the title erasing mode NOTES You cannot erase CD TEXT NO DATA is displayed for 2 seconds if the title is not input in step 2 or if all titles are erased in step 4 Basic Operation DISP TITLE g f J Rotary encoder 11 EN Subwoofer On and Off 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the f or g button to select SUBW Subwoofer 3 Press the BAND TEL button to toggle mode between SUBW ON and SUBW OFF NOTE The initial setting at the factory is subwoofer ON 4 Press the F SETUP button after setting the SUBW ON 5 Press the Rotary encoder repeatedly to select the SUBW mode 6 Turn Rotary encoder until the desired sound is obtained in each mode NOTES Playing MP3 data in the SETUP mode section is described in MP3 Operation on page 21 Switching the incoming calls of the telephone in the SETUP mode section is described in MobileHub Link Operation on page 24 Checking the XM Radio ID Number Setting the Tuning Method and Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display in the SETUP mode section are described in XM Radio Operation on page 22 23 Changing the Radio Frequencies for each Country in the SETUP mode section is described in Radio Operation on page 14 SETUP Operation f g BAND TEL F SETUP Rotary encoder
35. button to quickly move backward or forward until you reach the desired section of the track Repeat Play 1 Press the 4 button to play back repeatedly the track being played The track will be played repeatedly Press the 4 button again and select OFF to deactivate the repeat play NOTES If a CD Changer is connected and the Repeat ALL mode is selected the unit repeatedly plays back all tracks on the disc selected If REPEAT is set to ON during M I X play M I X will apply to the current disc only In case a 6 disc CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds In case a 12 disc CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds M I X Random Play 1 Press the 5 button in the play or pause mode The tracks on the disc will be played back in a random sequence To cancel M I X play press the 5 button again to turn off the M I X NOTES If a CD Changer equipped with the All M I X function is connected All M I X will also be selectable In this mode the tracks on all the CDs in the current magazine will be included in the random playback sequence If M I X is set to ON during REPEAT ALL play M I X will apply to the current disc only In c
36. by their frequencies 1 Press and hold the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds in Radio mode to activate Frequency Search mode 2 Select the desired frequency by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds 3 Press the Rotary encoder to receive the selected frequency NOTE Search mode in Quick Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds 16 EN About media that can be played with the CDA 9825 model Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo marks below If you use unspecified compact discs correct performance cannot be guaranteed You can play CD Rs CD Recordable CD RWs CD ReWritable which have been recorded only on audio devices However you cannot play CD Rs CD RWs containing MP3 formatted audio files Some of the following CDs may not play on this unit Flawed CDs CDs with fingerprints CDs exposed to extreme temperatures or sunlight e g left in the car or this unit CDs recorded under unstable conditions CDs not designed for audio use CDs on which a recording failed or a re recording was attempted CD Player Operation SOURCE POWER c J About media that can be played with the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 model Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo marks below If you use unspecified compact discs correct performance cannot be guaranteed You can play CD Rs CD Recordable CD RWs CD ReWritable which have been
37. can mode NOTE If an MP3 compatible CD changer is connected In CD changer mode press the F SETUP button to illuminate the underlined portion of the FUNC indicator and go to step 1 within 5 seconds Folder File Search Function 1 When setting MP3 WMA mode press the SEARCH button to select between Folder Search mode or File Search mode File Search mode 2 Press the 8 or 9 button to select another Folder 3 Select the desired file by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds 4 Press the Rotary encoder to play back the selected file NOTES File Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds While in File Search mode press the SEARCH button to change back to Folder Search mode 22 EN XM Radio Operation Optional SOURCE POWER Preset buttons 1 through 6 BAND TEL f g Checking the XM Radio ID Number You need to provide XM with the unique XM Radio ID number for your XM Radio Receiver in order to subscribe to XM s programming This number is an 8 character alphanumeric number that is printed on a label directly on the XM Receiver It can also be displayed on the screen of the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 in the following way 1 While receiving XM1 XM2 XM3 press the g or f button to select channel 0 2 The unit alternately displays RADIO ID for 2 seconds then the ID number for 10 seconds 3 To cancel the ID number display set
38. de is OFF its level cannot be adjusted 2 Turn the MODE Rotary encoder until the desired sound is obtained in each mode By setting Defeat ON previously adjusted settings of BASS TREBLE will return to the factory defaults but MX will be turned off NOTE Depending on the connected devices some functions and display indications do not work Audio Mute Function Activating this function will instantly lower the volume level by 20 dB 1 Press the MUTE button to activate the MUTE mode The audio level will decrease by about 20 dB Pressing the MUTE button again will bring the audio back to its previous level Displaying Time 1 Press the DISP TITLE button repeatedly until the time is displayed Each press changes the modes as follows Radio mode CD Player Changer modes NOTES Selecting any tuner or CD function while in the clock priority mode will interrupt the time display momentarily The function selected will be displayed for about 5 seconds before the time returns to the display When the power is off but the ignition key is on press the DISP TITLE button to display the time For CDA 9825 model the display above is shown with a CD TEXT compatible changer connected Setting Time 1 In the Clock priority mode press and hold the DISP TITLE button for at least 3 seconds while the time is displayed The time indication will blink 2 Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the hours while the time indica
39. ds in Category Search mode When displaying Category press the SEARCH button to change to Channel Search mode Quick Search Function You can search for all Channels 1 Press and hold the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds in XM mode to activate Quick Search mode 2 Select the desired Channel by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds The selected Channel is received Changing the Display Text information such as the channel name artist name feature and song program title is available with each XM channel The unit can display this text information as explained below 1 In XM mode press the DISP TITLE button Each time you press this button the display changes as shown below 1 The Channel Name display automatically changes after 5 seconds 1 24 EN About MobileHub Link Connect a separately sold Junction Box and a portable telephone available from Nokia to control the incoming and outgoing calls of the portable telephone CAUTION Even with hands free operation a driver can be distracted during telephone operation or receiving a call For the sake of safety drivers are requested to refrain from operating the telephone while driving For the sake of safety operations other than incoming calls and Speed Dial outgoing calls cannot be used NOTES If a portable telephone is connected its address book incoming and outgoing history are downloaded to the Junction Box Pleas
40. e between INT ON and INT OFF When using Initial mode set this to ON When the Initial mode is not selected set this to OFF 4 Press the F SETUP button to return to normal mode Setting the AUX Mode V Link You can input TV video sound by connecting an optional Ai NET RCA Interface cable KCA 121B or Versatile Link Terminal KCA 410C to this component 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the f or g button to select AUX 3 Press the BAND TEL button to toggle the mode between AUX ON and AUX OFF NOTES The initial setting at the factory is AUX OFF You can set the AUX mode display by pressing the g or f button after AUX ON is set select the AUX mode display setting and then press the BAND button When connecting the KCA 410C you can set two AUX mode displays 4 Press the F SETUP button to return to normal mode 5 To adjust the volume etc first press the SOURCE POWER button and select the AUX mode then make the necessary adjustment NOTE When using the Versatile Link Terminal KCA 410C you can connect two external inputs To select the mode press the BAND TEL button on the unit Turning Mute Mode On Off If a device having the interrupt feature is connected audio will be automatically muted whenever the interrupt signal is received from the device This function can be turned ON or OFF from the head unit by following procedure below 1 Press and hold the
41. e bass control setting will be turned off automatically The Bass Level settings will be individually memorized for each source FM AM XM CD etc until the setting is changed The Bass frequency and Bass Band Width settings adjusted for one source are effective for all other sources FM AM XM CD etc Depending on the connected devices some functions and display indications do not work However Bass Level is still adjustable if an audio processor with the Bass function is connected This function is inoperable when DEFEAT is ON Selecting any of the Setting the Bass Types TYPE 1 through 3 temporarily replaces the custom settings you have made above Setting the Treble Control You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference 1 Press the CENTER f button to select the TREBLE treble Center frequency control mode BASS TREBLE normal mode 2 1Setting the treble Center frequency Press g or f button to select the desired treble Center frequency 10 0kHz 12 5kHz 15 0kHz 17 5kHz Emphasizes the displayed Treble frequency ranges 2 2 Setting the treble Level Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Treble Level 7 7 You can emphasize the treble frequency NOTES If no buttons are pressed within 15 seconds the Treble control setting will be turned off automatically The Treble Level settings will be individually memorized for
42. e refer to the instruction manual of the Junction BOX Telephone Mode ON OFF 1 Press and hold the BAND TEL button for at least 2 seconds to turn ON Telephone mode To turn OFF press the BAND TEL button See relevant pages for each item NOTES When a portable telephone is not connected press and hold the BAND TEL button for at least 2 seconds NO PHONE is displayed for about 2 seconds then the mode returns to the original source mode When the portable telephone is taken off the Junction BOX during an incoming or outgoing call or during a hands free call the call will be treated as an ordinary one by the portable telephone When there is an incoming call while the power of CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 is OFF the power of CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 will turn ON automatically for a hands free call Even if the power of the portable telephone is OFF when CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 is set to the telephone mode the power of the portable telephone will be turned ON Even if the ACC power of the vehicle is turned OFF even if the engine is stopped during a hands free call the call is not disconnected and an ordinary call by the portable telephone is possible If there is an incoming call during operation except an outgoing call or talking operation mode will end and switch to the incoming or talking mode MobileHub Link Operation Optional SOURCE POWER Preset buttons 1 through 6 BAND
43. echanism CD playback sound skips due to vibration Improper mounting of the unit Securely re mount the unit Disc is very dirty Clean the disc Disc has scratches Change the disc The pick up lens is dirty Do not use a commercial available lens cleaner disc Consult your nearest ALPINE dealer CD playback sound skips without vibration Dirty or scratched disc Clean the disc damaged disc should be replaced Error displays built in CD player only Mechanical error Press the c button After the error indication disappears insert the disc again If the above mentioned solution does not solve the problem consult your nearest ALPINE dealer CD R CD RW playback not possible Close session finalization has not been performed Perform finalization and attempt playback again MP3 WMA MP3 or WMA is not played back Writing error occurred The CD format is not compatible Make sure the CD has been written in a supported format Refer to About MP3 WMA on pages 28 29 then rewrite in the format supported by this device In Case of Difficulty If you encounter a problem please turn the power off then on again If the unit is still not functioning normally please review the items in the following checklist This guide will help you isolate the problem if the unit is at fault Otherwise make sure the rest of your system is properly connected or consult your authorized Alpine dealer B
44. ection of arrow 2 Replacing the battery Put the batteries in the case observing the polarities as illustrated 3 Closing the cover Push the cover as illustrated until a click is heard Remote control sensor Point the optional remote control transmitter at the remote control sensor 28 EN Information About MP3 WMA CAUTION Except for personal enjoyment duplicating audio data including MP3 WMA data or distributing transferring or copying it whether for free or for a fee without the permission of the copyright holder is strictly prohibited by the Copyright Act and by international treaty What is MP3 MP3 whose official name is MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 is a compression standard prescribed by the ISO the International Standardization Organization and MPEG which is a joint activity institution of the IEC MP3 files contain compressed audio data MP3 encoding is capable of compressing the audio data at extremely high ratios shrinking music files by as much as one tenth their original size This is achieved while still maintaining near CD quality The MP3 format realizes such high compression ratios by eliminating the sounds that are either inaudible to the human ear or masked by other sounds What is WMA WMA or Windows Media Audio is compressed audio data WMA allows you to create music files and store them at higher ratios of compression than MP3 audio data approx half original size
45. ems or any other safety related system or tanks should NEVER be used for installations or ground connections Using such parts could disable control of the vehicle and cause fire etc KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN Swallowing them may result in serious injury If swallowed consult a physician immediately DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR GEARSHIFT Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc and results in serious accident 35 EN Installation Caution Do not block the unit s fan or heat sink thus preventing air circulation If blocked heat will accumulate inside the unit and may cause a fire 1 Remove the Detachable Front Panel refer to page 5 Slide mounting sleeve from main unit see Removal on this page Slide the mounting sleeve into the dashboard NOTE Please examine the installation Make certain that no external pressure is applied to either the top of the unit or the removable nosepiece 2 Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting strap not supplied Secure the ground lead of the unit to a clean metal spot using a screw already attached to the vehicle s chassis NOTE For the screw marked use an appropriate screw for the chosen mounting location Mounting Sleeve Included Dashboard This unit Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier or equalizer t
46. er than its designed application may result in fire electric shock or other injury DO NOT PLACE HANDS FINGERS OR FOREIGN OBJECTS IN INSERTION SLOTS OR GAPS Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the product WARNING CAUTION This symbol means important instructions Failure to heed them can result in injury or material property damage HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the product Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for repairing DO NOT MIX NEW BATTERIES WITH OLD BATTERIES INSERT WITH THE CORRECT BATTERY POLARITY When inserting the batteries be sure to observe proper polarity and as instructed Rupture or chemical leakage from the battery may cause fire or personal injury PRECAUTIONS Temperature Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between 60 C 140 F and 10 C 14 F before turning your unit on Moisture Condensation You may notice the CD playback sound wavering due to condensation If this happens remove the disc from the player and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate Damaged Disc Do not attempt to play cracked warped or damaged discs Playing a bad disc could severely damage the playback mechanism 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 fo
47. ermany 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 CHM S630 CHA S634 CD changer for CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 Changeur CD pour CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 Cambiador de CD para CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 Alpine CD Changers Give You More More musical selections more versatility more convenience The CHA S634 is a high performance 6 disc changer with a new M DAC CD R RW PLAY BACK MP3 PLAY BACK and CD TEXT The CHA 1214 Ai NET model holds 12 discs and the CHM S630 M Bus model is a super compact 6 disc changer with a CD R RW PLAY BACK Changeurs de CD Alpine vous avez le choix Plus de s lections musicales plus de souplesse plus de confort Le mod le CHA S634 est un changeur 6 disques ultra performant quip des nouvelles fonctions M DAC CD R RW PLAY BACK MP3 PLAY BACK et CD TEXT Le mod le CHA 1214 Ai NET contient 12 disques Le mod le CHM S630 M Bus est un changeur 6 disques super compact dot de la fonction CD R RW PLAY BACK Los cambiadores Alpine de CD le ofrecen m s M s selecciones musicales m s versatilidad y m s ventajas CHA S634 es un cambiador de seis discos de alto rendimiento con nuevo M DAC CD R RW PLAY BACK MP3 PLAY BACK y CD TEXT El modelo CHA 1214 Ai NET alberga 12 discos y el modelo CHM S630 M Bus es un cambiador de seis discos de tama o reducido con un CD R RW PLAY BACK CHA 1214
48. ess and hold the SOURCE POWER button for more than 3 seconds to turn off the power 2 Press the Release button at lower left side until the front panel pops out 3 Grasp the left side of the front panel and pull it out NOTES The front panel may become hot in normal usage especially the connector terminals on the back of the front panel This is not a malfunction To protect the front panel place it in the supplied carrying case Attaching the Front Panel 1 First insert the right side of the front panel into the main unit Align the groove on the front panel with the projections on the main unit 2 Push the left side of the front panel until it locks firmly into the main unit NOTES Before attaching the front panel make sure that there is no dirt or dust on the connector terminals and no foreign object between the front panel and the main unit Attach the front panel carefully Hold the panel by its sides to avoid pushing any buttons by mistake 2 1 Remote Controllable CDA 9826 only This unit can be controlled with an optional Alpine remote control For details consult your Alpine dealer Initial System Start Up Be sure to press the RESET switch when using the unit for the first time after installing the CD changer etc or after changing the car battery To do this first remove the detachable front panel Behind the front panel to the right of the connector there is a small hole Using a
49. g or f button 3 Select ON OFF by pressing the BAND TEL button When setting to ON Auxiliary Data Field is displayed by pressing the DISP TITLE button Refer to the Changing the Display section on page 23 4 Press the F SETUP button to return to normal mode Song Title display Channel Name display Auxiliary Data Field display Clock display Channel Number display Artist Name display 2 Channel Category Search Function You can search for programs by Channel No or Category 1 Press the SEARCH button in the XM mode to select Channel Search mode or Category Search mode Channel Search mode 2 Select the desired Channel No by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds The Channel No is selected from within the selected Category 3 Press the Rotary encoder to display the selected Channel No NOTES Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding the SEARCH button for at least 2 seconds in Channel Search mode While in Channel Search mode press the 8 or 9 button to select the another Category While in Channel Search mode press the SEARCH button to switch to the Category Search mode Category Search mode 2 Select the desired Category by turning the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds 3 Press the Rotary encoder to display the selected Category NOTES Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding the SEARCH button for at least 2 secon
50. he disc cannot be ejected by pressing the c button press the RESET switch refer to page 5 and press the c button again If not ejecting consult your Alpine dealer CDA 9827 CDA 9826 only A copy protected WMA file was played back You can only play back non copy protected files CDA 9827 CDA 9826 only The disc is not written in a MP3 WMA supported format Use a disc written at the MP3 WMA supported format HI TEMP ERROR NO DISC PROTECT UNSUPORT 32 EN Indication for XM Radio Mode The XM antenna is not connected to the XM radio module Check whether the XM antenna cable is attached securely to the XM radio module Radio is being updated with latest encryption code Wait until encryption code is being updated Channels 0 and 1 should function normally XM signal is too weak at the current location Wait until the car reaches a location with a stronger signal Radio is acquiring audio or program information Wait until the radio has received the information The channel currently selected has stopped broadcasting Select another channel The user has selected a Channel Number that does not exist or is not subscribed to The unit will revert back to the previously selected channel There is no artist name feature song program title or additional information associated with the channel at that time No action needed ANTENNA UPDATING LOADING
51. ion rate specified for encoding The higher the bit rate the higher the sound quality but also the larger the files Sampling rate This value shows how many times per second the data is sampled recorded For example music CDs use a sampling rate of 44 1 kHz so the sound level is sampled recorded 44 100 times per second The higher the sampling rate the higher the sound quality but also the larger the volume of data Encoding Converting music CDs WAVE AIFF files and other sound files into the specified audio compression format Tag Song information such as track titles artist names album names etc written into MP3 WMA files MP3 ID3 tag WMA WMA tag 1 2 3 5 4 1 2 3 4 6 5 30 EN CD CD Player Changer not functioning Out of operating temperature range 50 C 120 F for CD Allow the vehicle s interior or trunk temperature to cool CD playback sound is wavering Moisture condensation in the CD Module Allow enough time for the condensation to evaporate about 1 hour CD insertion not possible A CD is already in the CD player Eject the CD and remove it The CD is being improperly inserted Make sure the CD is being inserted following instructions in the CD Player Operation section Unable to fast forward or backward the CD The CD has been damaged Eject the CD and discard it using a damaged CD in your unit can cause damage to the m
52. ions 36 LIMITED WARRANTY 3 EN WARNING This symbol means important instructions Failure to heed them can result in serious injury or death DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to a complete stop Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before performing these functions Failure to do so may result in an accident KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISE WHILE DRIVING Failure to do so may result in an accident MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and cause an accident DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER Doing so may result in an accident fire or electric shock USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND Check with your dealer if you are not sure Failure to do so may result in fire etc KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN Swallowing them may result in serious injury If swallowed consult a physician immediately USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result in fire USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS Use for oth
53. is component Front Output RCA Connectors CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only RED is right and WHITE is left Rear Output RCA Connectors CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only RED is right and WHITE is left Subwoofer RCA Connectors CDA 9827 CDA 9825 only RED is right and WHITE is left Rear Subwoofer Output RCA Connectors CDA 9826 only RED is right and WHITE is left When Subwoofer is set to OFF Output is from Rear speakers When Subwoofer is set to ON Output is from Subwoofer System Switch When connecting a processor or divider using Ai NET place this switch in the EQ DIV position When no device is connected leave the switch in the NORM position NOTE Be sure to turn the power off to the unit before changing the switch position Ai NET Cable Included with CD Changer RCA Extension Cable Sold Separately 1 Antenna Receptacle 2 Power Antenna Lead Blue Connect this lead to the B terminal of your power antenna if applicable NOTE This lead should be used only for controlling the vehicle s power antenna Do not use this lead to turn on an amplifier or a signal processor etc 3 Remote Turn On Lead Blue White Connect this lead to the remote turn on lead of your amplifier or signal processor 4 Audio Interrupt In Lead Pink Black 5 Illumination Lead Orange This lead may be connected to the vehicle s instrument cluster illumination lead This will allow the backlighting of the CDA 9827 to
54. le Station Title 10 SETUP Operation Subwoofer On and Off 11 Scroll Setting 11 Turning Mute Mode On Off 12 Setting the Tone Defeat for External Devices 12 Setting the AUX Mode V Link 12 Connecting to an External Amplifier 13 Radio Operation Changing the Radio Frequencies for each Country 14 Manual Tuning 14 Automatic Seek Tuning 14 Manual Storing of Station Presets 14 Automatic Memory of Station Presets 15 Tuning to Preset Stations 15 Station Title Search Function 15 Quick Search Function 15 CD Player Operation Inserting Ejecting Disc 16 Normal Play and Pause 16 Music Sensor Skip 17 Fast Forward and Backward 17 Repeat Play 17 M I X Random Play 17 Scanning Programs 18
55. ly The CDA 9827 CDA 9826 model includes a built in MP3 WMA decoder You can play CD ROMs CD Rs and CD RWs containing MP3 WMA files on this decoder Use a format compatible with this unit For further information about playing or storing MP3 WMA files refer to pages 28 29 before using the decoder 1 Insert a disc containing an MP3 or WMA file with the label side facing up The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically When a disc is already inserted press the SOURCE POWER button to switch to the CD mode The mode will change every time the button is pressed 2 To pause playback press the J button Pressing the J button again will resume playback 3 To eject the disc press the c button NOTES The unit can play discs containing both audio data and MP3 data The MP3 indicator is lit during MP3 playback The WMA indicator is lit during WMA playback The track display for CD audio data playback is the track numbers recorded on the disc A WMA format file that is protected by DRM Digital Rights Management cannot be played back on this unit While playing back MP3 WMA press 8 or 9 button to move the folder up or down MP3 WMA Operation SOURCE POWER c Playing MP3 Files with the CD Changer Optional If you connect a changer compatible with MP3 you can play CD ROMs CD Rs and CD RWs containing MP3 files on the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 1 Press the SOURCE POWER button to switch t
56. mal mode NOTES By Setting the External Input Defeat Mode page 12 to ON operation is bypassed To cancel MX mode for all music sources press the MX button to turn MX off MX mode is automatically canceled if no buttons are pressed within 15 seconds Each music source such as radio CD and MP3 can have its own MX setting On disks with both MP3 and CD DA when the source changes from MP3 to CD DA or CD DA to MP3 the MX mode switching process may delay playback slightly Setting to MX OFF makes MX mode of each music source OFF This function is inoperable when DEFEAT is ON There is no MX mode for AM radio If an audio processor with the MX function PXA H700 etc is connected its own MX processing is applied to the music source Since the processor MX settings may not match the head unit the audio processor needs to be adjusted For details refer to the Owner s Manual of the audio processor Blackout Mode On and Off When the Blackout mode is turned on the display will turn off to reduce power consumption This additional power enhances the sound quality 1 Press and hold the B OUT button for at least 3 seconds to start the blackout mode By doing so the display will turn off NOTE If any button on the unit is pressed during the blackout mode the function will be displayed for 5 seconds to show the operation before returning to Blackout mode To cancel the blackout mode
57. mode Press the BAND TEL button during an incoming call to disconnect it 25 EN Calling Calling by the address book You can call up the address book registered in the portable telephone to call from 1 Press and hold the BAND TEL button for at least 2 seconds 2 Press the SEARCH button to select the PHONE BK Phone Book mode A list in alphabetic order is displayed Retrieving an addressee by Alphabetic Sort List to place a call 3 When displaying the Alphabetic Sort List select the addressee by turning the Rotary encoder or pressing the g or f button then place a call by pressing the J button or Rotary encoder 4 Press the BAND TEL button to end the call The telephone mode will end and return to the original source mode Retrieving an addressee by Selecting Search A Z search to place a call 3 Select an initial letter A to Z of the addressee by pressing the 8 or 9 button 4 Select the addressee by turning the Rotary encoder and place a call by pressing the Rotary encoder 5 Press the BAND TEL button to end the call The telephone mode will end and return to the original source mode NOTE If all telephone numbers and registered names cannot be displayed at once press DISP TITLE button to show undisplayed numbers and names Calling by using the Speed Dial You can place a call by retrieving one of the telephone numbers registered in No 1 to 9 of the address book 1 Press and hold the BAND
58. o the MP3 Changer mode 2 Press the Disc Select buttons 1 through 6 corresponding to one of the discs loaded in the CD Changer 3 To pause playback press the J button Pressing the J button again will resume playback NOTE The unit can play discs containing both audio data and MP3 data Music Sensor Skip 1 Momentarily press the g button once during CD play to return to the beginning of the current file If you wish to access the beginning of a file further back repeatedly press until you reach the desired file Press the f button once to advance to the beginning of the next file If you wish to access the beginning of a file further ahead press repeatedly until the desired file is reached NOTE The music sensor feature is functional in the play or pause mode Fast Forward and Backward 1 Press and hold the g or f button to quickly move backward or forward until you reach the desired section of the file Repeat Play 1 Press the 4 button to play back repeatedly the file being played Press the 4 button again and select OFF to deactivate the repeat play RPT Only a file is repeatedly played back RPT Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back RPT A disc is repeatedly played back off SEARCH Rotary encoder f g BAND TEL F SETUP Select buttons 1 through 6 4 DISP TITLE J 5 Only when the CD changer is connected
59. o the corresponding output lead coming from the left rear of the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 Connect all other leads of the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 according to details described in the CONNECTlONS section Slide the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 into the dashboard When the unit is in place make sure the locking pins are fully seated in the down position This can be done by pressing firmly in on the unit while pushing the locking pin down with a small screwdriver This ensures that the unit is properly locked and will not accidentally come out from the dashboard Install the Detachable Front Panel Removal 1 Remove the DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL 2 Use a small screwdriver or similar tool to push the locking pins to the up position see above drawing As each pin is unlocked gently pull out on the unit to make sure it does not re lock before unlocking the second pin 3 Pull the unit out keeping it unlocked as you do so lt JAPANESE CAR gt Face Plate NOTE Secure the ground lead of the unit to a clean metal spot using a screw already attached to the vehicle s chassis 3 Lock Pin Mounting Bracket Ground Lead Screws M5 8 Included This unit Metal Mounting Strap Chassis Hex Nut M5 Bolt Stud Ground Lead This unit Screw No Pressure Here No Pressure Here Air ventilation hole lt Rear side gt 36 EN EQ DIV 8 6 5
60. otary encoder 4 Press the BAND TEL button to end the call The telephone mode will end and return to the original source mode NOTES NO MEM is displayed if there is no incoming history If all telephone numbers and registered names cannot be displayed at once press DISP TITLE button to show undisplayed numbers and names SMS Short Message Service Operation You can be informed when you receive a short message Receiving a short message 1 When a text message is received NEW MSG is indicated on the display The contents of the received message can only be read from the portable phone s display 2 Press any one of the buttons on the unit to cancel the display The buttons that are pressed will enter the mode or will be activated 26 EN Remote Control Operation 8 g DN Button Radio mode SEEK DN Button CD mode Press the button to go back to the beginning of the current track 9 f UP Button Radio mode SEEK UP Button CD mode Press the button to advance to the beginning of the next track 9 Button Radio mode Pressing the button will select in descending order stations programmed into the radio s presets as shown below 6 5 1 CD Changer mode DISC Select DN Button Press the button to select a disc in descending order MP3 WMA mode Press the Folder Select DN Button to select the folder Mute Button Press the button to lower the volume by 20 dB instantly Pre
61. ou IN CANADA ONLY This Warranty is not valid unless your Alpine car audio product has been installed in your vehicle by an Authorized Installation Center and this warranty stamped upon installation by the installation center HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE Should the product require service please call the following number for your nearest Authorized Alpine Service Center U S A 1 800 ALPINE 1 1 800 257 4631 CANADA 1 800 ALPINE 1 1 800 257 4631 Alpine Electronics of America Inc 19145 Gramercy Place Torrance California 90501 U S A Alpine Electronics of Canada Inc Suite 203 7300 Warden Ave Markham Ontario L3R 9Z6 Canada
62. ower output is set to OFF 4 Press the F SETUP button to return to normal mode 14 EN Radio Operation SOURCE POWER BAND TEL g f TUNE A ME Preset buttons 1 through 6 Changing the Radio Frequencies for each Country For customers not living in North America change the radio frequencies as follows 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Select the AREA mode by pressing the g or f button 3 Choose either AREA 1 or AREA 2 by pressing the BAND TEL button AREA 1 Radio frequencies for North America AREA 2 Other Radio frequencies NOTE The stored radio stations will be cleared every time you change the setting Manual Tuning 1 Press the SOURCE POWER button until a radio frequency appears in the display 2 Press the BAND TEL button repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed Each press changes the band 3 Press the TUNE A ME button to select the tuning mode Only the portions underlined above are displayed Distance mode Both strong and week stations will be automatically tuned in Automatic seek tuning Local mode Only strong stations will be automatically tuned in Automatic seek tuning Manual mode The frequency is manually tuned in steps Manual tuning FM1 FM2 AM 4 Press the g or f button to move downward or upward one step respectively until the desired station frequency is displayed NOTE The ST indicator appears on the display
63. r servicing 4 EN PRECAUTIONS 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 Do not attempt to insert a disc into the unit when the unit power is off Inserting Discs Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback Do not attempt to load more than one disc Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc Your player will automatically eject any disc that is inserted incorrectly If the player continues to eject a correctly inserted disc push the RESET switch with a pointed object such as a ballpoint pen Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in skips but this will not scratch the disc or damage the player New Discs As a protective measure to prevent the CD from jamming the CD player will automatically eject discs with irregular surfaces or inserted incorrectly When a new disc is inserted into the player and ejected after initial loading using your finger feel around the inside of the center hole and outside edge of the disc If you feel any small bumps or irregularities this could inhibit proper loading of the disc To remove the bumps rub the inside edge of the hole and outside edge of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other such instrument then insert the disc again Irregular Shaped Discs Be sure to use round shape discs only for this unit and never use any special shape discs
64. rative only when a CD Changer is connected The DVD changer optional is controllable from the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 as well as the CD changer For operating MP3 with an MP3 compatible CD Changer refer to MP3 WMA Operation pages 20 and 21 1 Press the SOURCE POWER button to activate the CHANGER mode The display shows the disc number and track number NOTES The source indicator varies depending on the connected source Press the BAND TEL button to switch the Disc mode in the CD Changer mode SOURCE POWER BAND TEL Rotary encoder SEARCH Select buttons 1 through 6 6 19 EN 3 The CD Changer Selection mode remains active for 8 seconds after step 2 is performed Press the BAND TEL button until the desired CD Changer indicator appears on the display NOTE If the selected CD Changer is not connected the display will show NO CHGR Alternatively press the BAND button on the Remote Control until the desired changer indicator appears on the display 4 To operate the selected changer see CD Player Operation section NOTE For further details about the external input AUX when using KCA 410C see Setting the AUX Mode V Link on page 12 2 Press the Disc Select buttons 1 through 6 corresponding to one of the discs loaded in the CD Changer The selected disc number appears in the display and CD playback starts NOTES After selecting the desired disc you can oper
65. recorded only on audio devices You can also play CD Rs CD RWs containing MP3 WMA formatted audio files Some of the following CDs may not play on this unit Flawed CDs CDs with fingerprints CDs exposed to extreme temperatures or sunlight e g left in the car or this unit CDs recorded under unstable conditions CDs on which a recording failed or a re recording was attempted copy protected CDs which do not conform to the audio CD industry standard Use discs with MP3 WMA files written in a format compatible with this unit For details see page 28 29 g f 4 Inserting Ejecting Disc 1 Insert a CD half way into the slot with the label side facing up The player automatically draws the disc into the disc compartment The Disc indicator appears to show that a disc is loaded NOTE Three inch 8cm CD s can be used 2 Press the c Eject button when you want to eject the CD NOTES If the CD is not removed for several seconds after it has been ejected the player automatically draws the CD into the compartment to protect the CD Do not insert or remove a CD forcibly when loading or ejecting a CD as malfunction may result Normal Play and Pause 1 Insert a CD The CD player begins playback from the first track on the disc The display shows the track number and elapsed time of the track being played When the last track is played back the player returns to the first track If a CD is already loaded in the C
66. red satellite channel in memory Receiving XM Channels with the XM Receiver Optional XM Satellite Radio is the next generation of audio entertainment with up to 100 brand new digital channels For a small monthly fee subscribers can hear crystal clear music sports news and talk coast to coast via satellite For more information visit XM s website at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 9696 An optional XM Satellite Radio Receiver TUA T021XM and an optional XM Antenna may be connected to the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 With an XM Receiver connected to the Ai NET input of the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 the XM Receiver will be controllable from the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 XM and its corresponding logos are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc NOTES The controls on the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 for XM Receiver operation are operative only when an XM Receiver is connected The XM1 XM2 or XM3 band illuminates when in XM mode 1 Press the SOURCE POWER button to select XM Mode 2 Press the BAND TEL button to select XM1 XM2 or XM3 3 Press the g or f button to select the desired channel Holding the g or f buttons will change channels continuously NOTE You can change Category by pressing the 8 or 9 button Rotary encoder SEARCH F SETUP DISP TITLE 8 9 23 EN 2 When ADF is turned OFF this information is not displayed see Setting the Auxiliary Data Field Display section
67. ressing the Rotary encoder after entering the 8th character automatically stores the title into memory When entering a title of less than 8 characters for example 3 character title After entering 3 characters to complete your title the 4th character space will be blinking Go to step 6 to complete the title 6 Press the DISP TITLE button to record the title NOTES If you cancel while entering a title selected characters are not written You can enter 18 radio station titles and 18 CD titles on this unit If you try to store beyond the limit the display will show FULL DATA At this point no more titles can be stored The CD Changer title length or memory capacity varies depending upon the model being used To input a new title one of the previously inputted titles must first be deleted When you want to erase a title enter the symbol into all spaces The operations described in steps 3 to 5 must be made within 10 seconds The input mode will be canceled if no action is taken for over 10 seconds Erasing Disc Title Station Title 1 Press the DISP TITLE button to select the titling mode Then press and hold for at least 3 seconds 2 Within 10 seconds press and hold the J button for at least 2 seconds to activate the title scanning mode The title in the display will blink 3 Press the g or f button repeatedly until the title you want to erase is displayed 4 Press and hold the J
68. ss the button again to cancel Audio Processor Button Press the button to call the external audio processor mode For the operation of external audio processor refer to the Owner s Manual of the external audio processor you purchased This button is used in conjunction with an optional Ai NET processor 1 2 3 4 9 6 5 7 8 Controls on Remote Control CDA 9827 only 1 Power Button Press the button to turn the power on off 2 Source Button Press to select the audio source 3 J Button Press the button to switch between the Play and Pause modes for CD 4 TILT 89 Buttons Not used 5 Band Program Button Radio mode BAND Button Press the button and the band will change CD Changer mode To switch the disc mode 6 Volume Adjustment Buttons To increase the volume level Press the Lbutton To decrease the volume level Press the Kbutton 7 8 Button Radio mode Pressing the button will select in ascending order stations programmed into the radio s presets as shown below 1 2 6 CD Changer mode DISC Select UP Button Press the button to select a disc in ascending order MP3 WMA mode Press the Folder Select UP Button to select the folder 27 EN Battery Replacement CDA 9827 only Applicable battery Use two AAA sized dry batteries or equivalent 1 Opening the battery cover Slide out the battery cover while firmly pressing the dir
69. structions contained in the Owner s manual 3 Damage caused by act of God including without limitation earthquake fire flood storms or other acts of nature 4 Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of the product 5 Service performed by an unauthorized person company or association 6 Any product which has the serial number defaced altered or removed 7 Any product which has been adjusted altered or modified without Alpine s consent 8 Any product not distributed by Alpine within the United States Puerto Rico or Canada 9 Any product not purchased from an Authorized Alpine Dealer Any product that has been determined to contain an excessive amount of dust or dirt and any product that contains other contaminants including liquid or foreign objects HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE 1 You are responsible for delivery of the product to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine for repair and for payment of any initial shipping charges Alpine will at its option repair or replace the product with a new or reconditioned product without charge If the repairs are covered by the warranty and if the product was shipped to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine Alpine will pay the return shipping charges 2 You should provide a detailed description of the problem s for which service is required 3 You must supply proof of your purchase of the product 4 You must package the product securel
70. the cable from the battery post before installing your CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 This will reduce any chance of damage to the unit in case of a short circuit Be sure to connect the color coded leads according to the diagram Incorrect connections may cause the unit to malfunction or damage to the vehicle s electrical system When making connections to the vehicle s electrical system be aware of the factory installed components e g on board computer Do not tap into these leads to provide power for this unit When connecting the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 to the fuse box make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 has the appropriate amperage Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit and or the vehicle When in doubt consult your ALPINE dealer The CDA 9827 CDA 9826 CDA 9825 uses female RCA type jacks for connection to other units e g amplifier having RCA connectors You may need an adaptor to connect other units If so please contact your authorized ALPINE dealer for assistance Be sure to connect the speaker leads to the speaker terminal Never connect left and right channel speaker cables to each other or to the vehicle body IMPORTANT Please record the serial number of your unit in the space provided below and keep it as a permanent record The serial number plate is located on the bottom of the unit SERIAL NUMBER INSTALLATION DATE INSTALLATION TECHN
71. the channel to other than 0 Tips There is another way to display your ID number 1 Press and hold the F SETUP button for at least 3 seconds 2 Press the f or g button repeatedly to select ID 3 Press the BAND TEL button to display your ID number 4 After checking your ID number press the F SETUP button to return to the normal display NOTES You cannot use O S I or F for the ID Number You can check your ID number printed on the label on the package of your XM Satellite Radio Receiver TUA T021XM Storing XM Channel Presets 1 Press the BAND TEL button to select the desired band XM1 XM2 or XM3 you want to store 2 After tuning in the desired channel press and hold any one of the Preset buttons 1 through 6 that you want to store the station on for at least 2 seconds The selected station is stored 3 Repeat the procedure to store up to 5 other channels onto the same band To use this procedure for other bands simply select the band desired and repeat the procedure A total of 18 channels can be stored in the preset memory 6 channels for each band XM1 XM2 and XM3 NOTE 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 Receiving Stored XM Channels 1 Press the BAND TEL button to select the desired band XM1 XM2 or XM3 2 Press the channel Preset button that has your desi
72. tion is blinking 3 When the hour has been adjusted press the Rotary encoder 4 Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the minutes while the time indication is blinking The time is automatically set 5 seconds after the minute adjustment The time can also be manually set by pressing the Rotary encoder Radio frequency TITLE mode Clock priority mode Playing time mode DISC TEXT mode Clock priority mode TRACK TEXT mode TITLE mode DISP TITLE BALANCE FADER DEFEAT SUBWOOFER VOLUME 7 EN Setting the Bass Control You can change the Bass Frequency emphasis to create your own tonal preference 1 Press the CENTER f button to select the BASS bass Center frequency control mode 2 1 Setting the Bass Center Frequency Press the g or f button to select the desired bass center frequency Emphasizes the displayed bass frequency ranges 2 2 Setting the Bass Band width Q Factor Press the BAND TEL button to select the desired bass Band Width Changes the bass boost band width to wide or narrow A wide setting will boost a wide range of frequencies above and below the center frequency A narrower setting will boost only frequencies near the center frequency 2 3 Setting the bass Level Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired bass level 7 7 You can emphasize or weaken the bass frequency NOTES If no buttons are pressed within 15 seconds th
73. when a Stereo FM station is tuned in Automatic Seek Tuning 1 Press the BAND TEL button repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed 2 Press the TUNE A ME button to select the tuning mode 3 Press the g or f button to automatically seek for a station downward or upward respectively The unit will stop at the next station it finds Press the same button again to seek the next station Manual Storing of Station Presets 1 Select the radio band and tune in a desired radio station you wish to store in the preset memory 2 Press and hold any one of the Preset buttons 1 through 6 that you want to store the station on for at least 2 seconds The selected station is stored The display shows the band preset No and station frequency memorized 3 Repeat the procedure to store up to 5 other stations onto the same band To use this procedure for other bands simply select the band desired and repeat the procedure A total of 18 stations can be stored in the preset memory 6 stations for each band FM1 FM2 and AM NOTE If you store a station in a preset memory which already has a station the current station will be cleared and replaced with the new station F SETUP SEARCH Rotary encoder DX SEEK DX SEEK DX SEEK Distance mode Local mode Manual mode 15 EN Automatic Memory of Station Presets 1 Press the BAND TEL button repeatedly until the desired radio band is displayed 2 Press and hold the
74. y to avoid damage during shipment HOW WE LIMIT IMPLIED WARRANTIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING FITNESS FOR USE AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR ALPINE ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT HOW WE EXCLUDE CERTAIN DAMAGES ALPINE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE PRODUCT THE TERM INCIDENTAL DAMAGES REFERS TO EXPENSES OF TRANSPORTING THE PRODUCT TO THE ALPINE SERVICE CENTER LOSS OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER S TIME LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT BUS FARES CAR RENTALS OR OTHERS COSTS RELATING TO THE CARE AND CUSTODY OF THE PRODUCT THE TERM CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES REFERS TO THE COST OF REPAIRING OR REPLACING OTHER PROPERTY WHICH IS DAMAGED WHEN THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY THE REMEDIES PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS HOW STATE PROVINCIAL LAW RELATES TO THE WARRANTY This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary form state to state and province to province In addition some states provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages Accordingly limitations as to these matters contained herein may not apply to y

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