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What safety precautions should I follow when using the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
WARNING: Failure to heed these instructions 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.
• KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE NOISES WHILE DRIVING. Excessive volume levels that obscure sounds such as emergency vehicle sirens or road warning signals can be dangerous. Listening at loud volume levels in a car may also cause hearing damage.
• 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. 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 other 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.
CAUTION: Failure to heed these instructions 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 Centre for repairing.
What are the general precautions for maintaining the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
• Product Cleaning: Use a soft dry cloth for periodic cleaning. For more severe stains, dampen the cloth with water only. Anything else has the chance of dissolving the paint or damaging the plastic.
• 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 for servicing.
• Inserting Discs: Your player accepts only one disc at a time. Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc. “ERROR” will be displayed if you insert a disc incorrectly. 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.
How should I handle and clean CDs for my ALPINE CDE-111RM?
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 centre 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.
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.
• 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.
What types of media can the ALPINE CDE-111RM play?
The following table shows which discs can be played on the ALPINE CDE-111RM.
| CD | CD-TEXT | MP3 | WMA | AAC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDE-111RM | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Notes:
• Use only compact discs with the CD logo marks.
• You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordables)/CD-RWs (CD-ReWritables) which have been recorded only on audio devices. You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3 formatted audio files.
• Some CDs, such as flawed discs, copy-protected CDs, or those recorded under unstable conditions, may not play on this unit.
• If a CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back, make sure the last recording session was closed (finalised).
How do I turn the ALPINE CDE-111RM on and off?
To turn the unit on:
1. Press the SOURCE/ button.
Note: The unit can also be turned on by pressing any other button except for the release button. The first time power is turned on, the volume will start from level 12.
To turn the unit off:
1. Press and hold the SOURCE/ button for at least 2 seconds.
How do I select a source on the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Press the SOURCE/ button repeatedly to change the source in the following order:
TUNER → DISC → USB AUDIO → iPod*/AUX+ → BT AUDIO → TUNER
*The availability of sources like iPod, AUX+, and BT AUDIO depends on whether the device is connected and how the unit is configured in the SETUP menu.
How do I detach and attach the front panel of the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Detaching the Front Panel:
1. Turn off the unit’s power.
2. Press the (Release) button at the lower left side until the front panel pops out.
3. Grasp the left side of the front panel and pull it out.
Note: The front panel may become hot during normal use. To protect it, place it in the supplied carrying case.
Attaching the Front Panel:
1. 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.
Note: Before attaching, ensure there is no dirt or dust on the connector terminals.
How do I perform an initial system reset on the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Be sure to press the RESET switch when using the unit for the first time, after changing the car battery, etc.
1. Turn off the unit power.
2. Remove the detachable front panel.
3. Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object. The RESET switch is located behind the front panel.
How do I operate the radio on the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Listening to the Radio:
1. Press SOURCE/ to select TUNER mode.
2. Press BAND/TA repeatedly to select the desired radio band (FM1, FM2, FM3, MW, LW).
3. Press TUNE/A.ME to select the tuning mode (DX SEEK, Local SEEK, or Manual).
4. Press ◄◄ or ►►I to tune in the desired station. Holding the button down will change the frequency continuously.
Presetting Stations Manually:
1. While receiving the station you want to store, press and hold one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) for at least 2 seconds.
2. The display will show the band, preset number, and station frequency to confirm it has been memorized. A total of 30 stations can be stored.
Presetting Stations Automatically:
1. Select the desired radio band.
2. Press and hold TUNE/A.ME for at least 2 seconds. The tuner will automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band.
Tuning to Preset Stations:
1. Select the band, then press the preset button (1 through 6) for your desired station.
How do I use the RDS (Radio Data System) features on the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Setting RDS Reception Mode:
1. Press FUNC./SETUP so that the ◄F► indicator lights up.
2. Press 1◄/AF to activate the RDS mode.
3. Use ◄◄ or ►►I to tune to the desired RDS station.
4. Press 1◄/AF again to deactivate the RDS mode.
Receiving Traffic Information:
1. Press and hold BAND/TA for at least 2 seconds so that the “TA” indicator lights up.
2. When a traffic information broadcast begins, the unit automatically receives it. When it’s over, the unit returns to the standby mode or the original source.
3. To deactivate, press and hold BAND/TA for at least 2 seconds again.
Displaying Radio Text:
1. While in radio mode, press VIEW to cycle through the displays: PS (Programme Service Name), RADIO TEXT, and FREQUENCY.
How do I play a CD, MP3, WMA, or AAC disc on the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
1. Insert a disc with the label side facing up. The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically. If a disc is already inserted, press SOURCE/ to switch to DISC mode.
2. Press ◄◄ or ►►I to select the desired track (file). Press and hold to fast backward/fast forward.
3. To pause playback, press ►/II/ENT. Press it again to resume.
4. For MP3/WMA/AAC discs, press 1◄/AF or 2► to select the desired folder.
5. To eject the disc, press the Eject button.
How do I use Repeat and Random Play (M.I.X.) on the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Repeat Play:
1. Press the 4 button.
2. The song will play back repeatedly. For MP3/WMA/AAC files, pressing it again will repeat all files in the current folder.
3. Press the button again to turn repeat play off.
M.I.X. (Random Play):
1. Press the 5 button.
2. The songs will be played back in random sequence. For MP3/WMA/AAC files, pressing it again will play all files in the current folder in random sequence.
3. Press the button again to cancel M.I.X. play.
How do I search for files on an MP3/WMA/AAC disc with the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Folder Name Search:
1. During playback, press Q/ESC to activate search mode.
2. Turn the Rotary encoder to select “Folder Name Search” mode, and then press ►/II/ENT.
3. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired folder.
4. Press and hold ►/II/ENT for at least 2 seconds to play back the first file in that folder.
File Name Search:
1. During playback, press Q/ESC to activate search mode.
2. Turn the Rotary encoder to select “File Name Search” mode, and then press ►/II/ENT.
3. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired file.
4. Press ►/II/ENT to play back the selected file.
Quick Search:
1. Press and hold Q/ESC for at least 2 seconds to activate Quick Search mode.
2. Turn the Rotary encoder to select a desired track (file). The selected track will begin playing immediately.
How do I adjust the sound settings on the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Adjusting Main Levels:
1. Press the Rotary encoder (AUDIO) repeatedly to choose the desired mode: SUBWOOFER → BASS LEVEL → TRE LEVEL → BALANCE → FADER → DEFEAT → VOLUME.
2. Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level for the selected mode.
| Mode | Adjustment Range |
|---|---|
| Subwoofer | +0 to +15 |
| Bass level | -7 to +7 |
| Treble level | -7 to +7 |
| Balance | L15 to R15 |
| Fader | R15 to F15 |
| Defeat | ON/OFF |
| Volume | 0 to 35 |
Setting Bass/Treble/High Pass Filter (HPF):
1. Press /SOUND to select the desired Sound Setting mode: BASS → TREBLE → HPF.
2. Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting.
• For BASS, you can adjust Centre Frequency and Bandwidth (Q).
• For TREBLE, you can adjust Centre Frequency.
• For HPF, you can select OFF, 60 Hz, 80 Hz, or 100 Hz.
Turning Loudness On/Off:
Press and hold the Rotary encoder (LOUD) for at least 2 seconds to activate or deactivate the loudness mode.
How do I navigate the SETUP menu on the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
1. Press and hold FUNC./SETUP for at least 2 seconds to activate the SETUP mode.
2. Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired SETUP menu item (e.g., SUBWOOFER, PLAY MODE, LANGUAGE, etc.).
3. Press ►/II/ENT to enter the selected menu item.
4. Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting.
5. Press and hold FUNC./SETUP for at least 2 seconds to return to normal mode.
Note: If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will automatically return to normal mode. Pressing /SOUND returns to the previous mode.
What are some key settings in the SETUP menu of the ALPINE CDE-111RM?
• BT IN: Set to BT ADAPTER if an optional BLUETOOTH INTERFACE (KCE-400BT) is connected.
• PLAY MODE: For mixed-data discs, choose between CD-DA (plays CD audio only) or CDDA/MP3 (plays both CD audio and MP3/WMA/AAC files).
• INT MUTE: Set to ON if a device with an audio interrupt feature is connected.
• AUX+ SETUP: Set to ON to enable the rear AUX input (via Full Speed connector), set to OFF when an iPhone/iPod is connected.
• POWER IC: Set to POW OFF when using external amplifiers to drive your speakers. This turns off the internal amplifier for improved sound quality from the pre-outs.
• DEMO: Turns the demonstration feature ON or OFF.
• SUBWOOFER: Turns the subwoofer output ON or OFF.
• SUBW SYS: Selects the subwoofer control mode (SYS 1 or SYS 2).
• SCROLLTYPE/TEXT SCR: Customizes how text is scrolled on the display.
• LANGUAGE: Sets the display language.
How do I connect and play a USB Memory device on my ALPINE CDE-111RM?
Connecting USB Memory:
1. Open the cover of the USB Connection Terminal on the front of the unit.
2. Connect the USB Memory device directly or via a USB extension cable.
Playing Files:
1. Press SOURCE/ to switch to the USB AUDIO mode.
2. Playback will start automatically. The controls for playing, pausing, skipping tracks, and searching folders/files are the same as for MP3/WMA/AAC disc playback.
Removing USB Memory:
1. Change to a source other than the USB Memory mode (e.g., TUNER).
2. Carefully pull out the USB Memory from the USB port.
3. Close the cover of the USB Connection Terminal.
Important: Do not remove the USB device while playback is in progress. Change the source first to prevent possible damage to the memory.
How do I connect and control an iPhone/iPod with my ALPINE CDE-111RM?
An iPhone/iPod can be connected using the proprietary ALPINE FULL SPEED Connection Cable (KCE-433iV) (sold separately).
Connecting:
1. Ensure AUX+ SETUP is set to OFF in the SETUP menu.
2. Connect the iPhone/iPod using the KCE-433iV cable to the Full Speed Connector on the back of the unit.
Playback:
1. Press SOURCE/ to switch to the iPod mode.
2. Press ◄◄ or ►►I to select the desired song. Press and hold to fast backward/fast forward.
3. To pause playback, press ►/II/ENT. Press it again to resume playback.
Searching for a Song:
1. Press Q/ESC to activate the search selection mode.
2. Turn the Rotary encoder to select a search category (PLAYLIST, ARTIST, ALBUM, SONG, etc.) and press ►/II/ENT.
3. Continue turning the Rotary encoder and pressing ►/II/ENT to navigate through the hierarchy (e.g., Artist -> Album -> Song) until you find the desired song.
What should I do if my ALPINE CDE-111RM has no function or display?
If there is no function or display, check the following:
• Vehicle’s ignition is off. The unit will not operate with the ignition off if connected correctly.
• Improper power connections. Check the power lead (Red) and battery lead (Yellow) connections.
• Blown fuse. Check the unit’s fuse and replace it with one of the proper value if necessary.
• Internal micro-computer malfunction. Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or other pointed article.
Why can’t my ALPINE CDE-111RM receive radio stations?
• No antenna connection. Make sure the antenna is properly connected; replace the antenna or cable if necessary.
• Weak signal area (for seek mode issues). Make sure the tuner is in the DX (Distance) mode, not Local mode.
• Improper antenna grounding. Check your antenna connections and ensure it is properly grounded at its mounting location.
• Incorrect antenna length. Make sure the antenna is fully extended. If it’s broken, replace it.
What do the error displays on the ALPINE CDE-111RM mean?
CD/USB Indications:
• NO DISC: No CD is inserted, or the inserted disc cannot be read. Try re-inserting the disc or using a different one.
• ERROR (CD): Mechanism error. Press the Eject button. If the problem persists, consult your dealer.
• PROTECT: A copy-protected WMA or AAC file was played back. You can only play non-copy-protected files.
• UNSUPPORTED: A sampling rate/bit rate not supported by the unit is used.
• NO FILE: No song (file) is stored in the USB Memory.
• NO DEVICE: A USB Memory is not connected.
• UNIT ERROR: A USB device that is not supported by the unit is connected.
iPod Indications:
• NO IPOD: The iPhone/iPod is not connected. Check the connection cable.
• NO SONG: There are no songs in the iPhone/iPod.
• ERROR-01: Communication error. Turn the ignition key off and on. Reset the iPod and reconnect.
• ERROR-02: Caused by an incompatible iPhone/iPod Software Version. Update the software on your device.
General:
• DC ERROR: A speaker cable is shorting on the car chassis. Route the cable correctly and check the “POWER IC” setting. If the problem persists, consult your dealer.