Alpine X009-RAM 9" User manual

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RAM
X009-RAM 9”
Installation Manual
 Model: Full Size Truck
 Model Year: 2013-UP
 Trim Level: All models without
8.4-Inch Touchscreen Display
RAM
1500
Introduction
Design and specications are subject to change without notice for improvement.
To Ensure Safe Use, Always Follow These Precautions
The installation of this product requires specialized skills and experience. We recommend that you have the
product installed by the store that you purchased it from.
Before you use this product, be sure to carefully read this installation manual and the separate user's manual
so that you can use the product correctly. Alpine Electronics bears no responsibility for problems that arise as
a result of failure to follow the instructions in the manuals.
This manual includes a number of symbols that are intended to help you use the product safely, to prevent
harm to you and others, and to protect against damage to property. These symbols and their meanings are
listed below. Make sure you fully understand these symbols before you begin reading the main text.
Explanations of Injury and Damage That May Result from Incorrect Use
Warning Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is
expected to lead to death or serious injury.
Caution Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is only
expected to lead to injury or property damage.
DODGE
Model Year
RAM 1500 2013 - UP
RAM 2500 2013 - UP
RAM 3500 2013 - UP
* The specified vehicles have been tested and have met compatibility specs at the time of testing. Compatibility is
not guaranteed if the manufacturer has made production changes to the listed vehicles above.

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Types of Precautions
Forbidden
Indicates actions that are forbidden
(must not be performed)
Mandatory
Indicates actions that are
mandatory (must be performed)
Forbidden
Indicates that disassembly is
forbidden.
Marks content that should receive
your full attention.
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the product. Doing so could lead to an accident, re,
or electric shock.
Forbidden
Store screws and other small objects where small children cannot reach them. If one of these
small objects is swallowed, consult with a doctor immediately.
When replacing fuses, be sure to use fuses with the specied current rating. Failing to do so could
lead to an accident or re.
Forbidden Mandatory
Only connect the product to a 12 VDC negative ground car. Failing to do so could lead to
an accident or re.
Mandatory
Before you begin wiring, remove the ground wire from the negative terminal of the battery.
Failing to do so could lead to electric shock or injury.
Do not cut the insulation on a cord and take power from another device. Doing so could
lead to re or electric shock.
Forbidden
Do not install the product in a location where it will obstruct the driver’s forward view;
interfere with the operation of the steering wheel, gearshift, or the like; or pose a
threat to passengers. Doing so could lead to an accident or injury. Forbidden
When making a hole in the vehicle body, be careful to avoid damaging pipes, the fuel tank,
electrical wiring, and the like. This kind of damage could lead to an accident or re.

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When installing and grounding the product, do not use any of the bolts or nuts of the
steering wheel, brakes, fuel tank, or the like. Doing so could make the brakes stop working
or lead to re. Forbidden
Do not install the product near the passenger-side airbag. Doing so could interfere with the
operation of the airbag and lead to an accident or injury.
Forbidden
Bundle cords so that they don’t interfere with driving. Wrapping cords around the steering
wheel, gearshift, brake pedal, or the like, could lead to an accident or damage equipment.
Caution
Connect the product properly according to the instructions. Failing to do so could lead
to re or an accident.
Forbidden
Do not sandwich cords between the seat railing or allow them to touch protrusions.
Resulting breaks or shorts could lead to electric shock or re.
Do not block vents or heat sinks. Doing so could lead to re or damage equipment.
Use the accessories according to the instructions, and attach them securely.
Failing to do so could lead to an accident or damage equipment.
Forbidden
Do not install the product where it may be exposed to water or in a place with high levels
of humidity or dust. Doing so could lead to re or damage equipment.
Forbidden
The installation and wiring of this product requires specialized skills and experience.
Have the product installed and wired by the store that you purchased it from.

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Accessory List
Head Unit Box Parts (X009)
Owner’s Manual Disc X009 Head Unit X009 Camera Harness
AUX/Pre Out Harness GPS Antenna USB Extension Cable
8mm x 8 Screws Quick Reference Guides Registration Cards
QRG
Audio
QRG
Navigation
Alpine
Registration Card
NAVTEQ
Registration Card
iDatalink Maestro Box Parts (ALP-MRR V2.0/ALP-HRN-RAM V2.0)
Main Harness Antenna Adapter OEM USB Adapter
SAT Radio Antenna Adapter Maestro Module USB Flashing Cable iDatalink Maestro Module
USB/AUX PCB

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Installation Kit Parts (G-KTX-009-RAM)
X009-RAM Radio Dash Bezel Key Harness Headunit Mounting Plate
Screws x 8 Side Mounting Brackets

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Component Locations
Maestro Module Location
GPS Antenna Location
BT Microphone Location
Head Unit
GPS Antenna

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Factory Radio Removal Process
1 Remove the rubber screw cover from the top of the
radio panel and extract 2x #20 Torx screws.
2 Extract 1x 9/32” – 7mm screw from the right side
pocket. (Not required on base models)
3 Pull the entire radio panel out.
115 V AC
150W
4 Extract 4x 9/32” – 7mm screws from the radio and
remove it.
5 Extract 13x Phillips screws from the radio panel and
remove the radio bezel.
6 Remove 4x Phillips screws from the HVAC control
and mount the HVAC on to the new X009-RAM
Radio/Dash Bezel.
1
2
4
Rubber screw cover
X009-RAM Radio/
Dash Bezel
Factory HVAC Control
Unit (Not included)

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Programing the iDatalink Maestro Module
1 INSTALL THE WEBLINK PLUG-IN
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin and follow the installation steps.
Review the System Requirements before installing.
If the plugin is already installed, the caution, “The plugin is already
installed” appears. Please skip to step 2.
2 REGISTER A WEBLINK ACCOUNT
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/register and complete the registration process.
A conrmation email will be sent to you requiring validation.
For existing customers, click log in.
For existing customers, click log in.
3 CONNECT YOUR MAESTRO MODULE
Use the included USB cable to connect your Maestro module to your
PC.
4 LOG INTO WEBLINK
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/login.
Enter your username and password, then click OK.
5 PROGRAM YOUR MODULE
Follow the programming steps for your vehicle.
6 Once Programing is complete “FLASHING
COMPLETE” will be displayed.
Proceed to the next page to complete installation.

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Installation Instructions
4 Trim the shaded area using a cutting tool.
5 Trim the dashed area on the factory HVAC control
unit and mount it on to the X009-RAM Radio/Dash
bezel.
6 Attach the X009-RAM Radio/Dash bezel to the dash
factory trim.
7 Connect the Maestro module to the X009-RAM
main harness.
Dash board
X009-RAM Radio/
Dash Bezel
Factory Dash Trim
1 Using a cutting tool cut the bottom section of the
metal bracket (as shown in the shaded area).
2 Mount the brackets to the sides of the head unit as
shown, using athead Phillips screws supplied.
3 Install the head unit mounting plate using the 4x
factory 9/32” – 7mm screws.
Headunit Side Mounting Brackets
X009 Headunit
Head Unit
Mounting Plate

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Installation Instructions
8 Connect the main harness and adapters to the
factory harness.
9 Place the GPS antenna in between the vent duct
and the top of the dash. Use the supplied metal
base for the best signal strength.

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Exploded-View Diagram
Factory Dash Trim
X009-RAM
Radio/Dash
Bezel
Factory HVAC Control
Unit (Not included)
X009 Head Unit
(Not included)
Dash board
Side MOunting
Bracket

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USB/AUX PCB Replacement Process
4 Extract the 2x Phillips screws, remove the plastic
base and illumination port cover.
5 Mount the new PCB board using the factory screws
and attach the illumination port cover.
6 Connect and snap back in place.
1 Remove the cup holder cover by pulling straight up.
2 Detach the fabric by pulling the vinyl tubing and lift
the foam to access the bottom module tabs.
3 Remove the USB/AUX module by pressing the 2
lock tabs on the top and 2 lock tabs on the bottom
of the module using a at heat screwdriver.

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KTX-RAM Wiring Diagram
HDMI Input
USB Extension
Cable
To SXM
(NOt included)
X009 Head Unit
To X009-GM
Key Panel
GPS Antenna
10-pin Black
Connector
Main Harness
18-pin Black
Connector
iDatalink MAESTRO Module
To Vehicle Connectors
Factory Rearview Camera
X009 Camera Harness
3.5mm Aux 3 /iPod Video
3.5mm iDatalink Audio