Alpine eX-10 User manual

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Installation Options
Here’s how to install your new eX-10 in your vehicle.
Follow the instructions in this manual to perform a simple, do-it-yourself installation.
Option #1: Install it yourself.
Go to www.alpine-usa.com, click “Support”, then click “Locate a Dealer” to find
an authorized Alpine dealer in your area to install your new eX-10. Alpine dealers
have many options to enhance the audio and cosmetic integration of the eX-10 in
your vehicle.*
Option #2: Have it professionally installed.
*Note: Professional installation and other hardware may require an additional cost.
Display unit Display mount Display cable Cigarette Lighter
Adapter
Antenna Bluetooth
microphone
Power supply iPod cable Remote control Power Cable Accessory kit
(remote control battery, micro-
phone clip, cable clips, etc.)
Here’s what’s in the box:

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Do-It-Yourself Installation
Here’s how to install your new eX-10 in your vehicle.
Push the display into the display mounting bracket
until you hear a “click”.
Step 1: Mount the display
*Note: Mount the eX-10 display in a location where it will not block your view of the road.
Attach the Bluetooth microphone to the micro-
phone mounting clip by pushing the microphone
onto the clip as shown.
Clip the microphone mount to a spot in your car
no more than 24” from your mouth.
Good locations include the sun visor, the top of
the A-pillar, and the edge of your roof-mounted
center console (if equipped)*.
*Note: Do not install the microphone in any position where it could interfere with the functionality of Airbags in
your vehicle. Consult your local car dealer for more information.
Step 2: Mount the Bluetooth Microphone
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Apply the supplied double-sided
tape to the bottom of the display,
clean the desired spot on your
dash* with the supplied alcohol
pad, then firmly stick the display
to the dash.

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Plug the display cable into
the back of the display,
and use the supplied cable
clamps to route the cable to
the power supply location.
Take care to route the cable
away from moving parts
such as shifters, pedals, and
steering wheels.
Screw the yellow end of
the power cable into the
eX-10’s power supply,
and screw the black end
into the cigarette lighter
adapter.
Step 3: Connect the wiring
Now the cigarette lighter
adapter and the power
supply are ready to be
installed.
Plug the cigarette lighter
adapter into your cigarette
lighter plug.
Plug the iPod cable into the
port marked “iPod” on the
power supply.
Plug the square end of the
monitor cable into the port
marked “MONITOR” on the
power supply.
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Plug the antenna into the port
marked “ANTENNA” on the
power supply.
Plug the Bluetooth micro-
phone into the port marked
“MICROPHONE” on the
power supply.
Place the power supply into a
hidden location in your car, like
inside the center console or the
glove box. Use the supplied hook-
and-loop fastening tape to secure it.
Step 4: Plug in your iPod
Plug your iPod into the dock connector.
Place the iPod in a convenient location. In most
applications, it can be placed next to the power
supply. The eX-10 controls and charges your
iPod, so no need to mount it where you have
access to the iPod’s controls.
The installation is complete! Turn on your car’s
ignition and power up the eX-10.
Do-It-Yourself Installation
Next, let's get the eX-10 set up to work correctly in your car