Alpine VPA-B211A User manual

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VPA-B211A
Designed by ALPINE Japan
Printed in China (Y)
68-02278Z14-A
Vehicle Hub
Meiyi Printing Factory, Dalian, China
No. 28 Chang Qing Street, Xi Gang District, Dalian, China
•OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
•MODE D'EMPLOI
Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil.
•MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
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ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC.
1-1-8 Nishi Gotanda,
Shinagawa-ku,
Tokyo 141-0031, Japan
Phone [phone]
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 [phone]
ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A.
Viale C. Colombo 8, 20090 Trezzano
Sul Naviglio (MI), Italy
Phone [phone]
ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAÑA, S.A.
Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabellón, 32
01013 Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain
Phone [phone]
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
6-8 Fiveways Boulevarde Keysborough,
Victoria 3173, Australia
Phone [phone]
ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH
Frankfurter Ring 117, 80807 München, Germany
Phone [phone]
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD.
Alpine House
Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K.
Phone [phone]

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ENGLISH
Contents
Operating Instructions
WARNING
WARNING .................................................. 3
CAUTION ...................................................4
PRECAUTIONS .........................................4
Getting Started
Feature .............................................................. 5
When Using the Remote Control ...................... 5
Battery Replacement ......................................... 5
Turning Power On and Off ............................... 6
Initial System Start-Up ..................................... 6
Lowering Volume Quickly ................................ 6
Switching a Source ........................................... 6
Other Useful Features
Switching Each Monitor Source (VIDEO
SOURCE SELECT Function) ....................... 6
Switching the function of
the remote sensor ....................................... 7
Setup
Setup Operation ................................................ 7
Setting the Navigation Mode ......................... 8
Navigation Audio Interruption Volume
Adjustment ................................................. 8
Setting the Display Type................................ 8
Setting the Volume Level ............................... 8
Setting the Rear Camera ................................ 8
Setting the AUX Mode .................................. 8
Naming External Devices .............................. 8
Adjusting the External Input Audio Level ..... 8
Setting the External Rear Monitor Output .... 9
Setting the External Device
Interrupt Mode ........................................... 9
Setting the VISUALIZER Mode Display ...... 9
Playing MP3/WMA Data .............................. 9
Setting the Scroll ........................................... 9
Switching Background Textures .................... 9
Demonstration Function ................................ 9
DVD/Video CD Operation (Optional)
Playing DVD/Video CD ................................. 10
To display the DVD mode screen ................ 10
Fast-forwarding/Fast-reversing ....................... 10
Finding the Beginning of Chapters
or Tracks ...................................................... 10
Playing Still Frames (pausing) ........................ 11
Chapter/Track/Title Repeat Playback ............. 11
CD/MP3/WMA Operation (Optional)
Playing CD/MP3/WMA ................................. 11
Folder/File Search ........................................... 12
M.I.X. (Random Play) .................................... 12
Repeat Play ..................................................... 12
SAT Radio Receiver Operation
(Optional)
Receiving Channels with the SAT Radio
Receiver ....................................................... 13
Tuning in to Categorized Programs ................ 13
Checking the SAT Radio ID Number ............. 13
Storing Channel Presets .................................. 14
Receiving Stored Channels ............................. 14
Category/Channel Search Function ................ 14
Changing the Display...................................... 14

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iPodTM Operation (Optional)
Playback .......................................................... 15
Searching for a desired Song .......................... 15
Searching by Playlist ................................... 15
Searching by Artist Name ............................ 15
Searching by Album Name .......................... 16
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X) ........................ 16
Repeat Play ..................................................... 16
Navigation System (Optional)
Switching the Navigation Screen .................... 17
Auxiliary Device (Optional)
Operating Auxiliary Devices ........................... 17
TV Operation (Optional)
Operating TV Unit .......................................... 18
Automatic Memory of Channel Presets .......... 19
Information
In Case of Difficulty ....................................... 19
Specifications .................................................. 21
Installation and Connections
Installation ...................................................... 21
Connections .................................................... 22
System Example ............................................. 24
LIMITED WARRANTY

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WARNING
WARNING
This symbol means important instructions.
Failure to heed them can result in serious
injury or death.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.
Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.
KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERY OUT OF THE
REACH OF CHILDREN.
Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed,
consult a physician immediately.
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 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 systems (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.
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, shift lever, brake
pedals, etc. can be extremely hazardous.
USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.
Use for other than its designed application may result in fire,
electric shock or other injury.
MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS.
Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or product
damage.
USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING
FUSES.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.
Operating Instructions
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.
MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING.
Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of
the vehicle and cause an accident.
DO NOT WATCH VIDEO WHILE DRIVING.
Watching the video may distract the driver from looking ahead of
the vehicle and cause an accident.
INSTALL THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY SO THAT THE
DRIVER CANNOT WATCH TV/VIDEO UNLESS THE VEHICLE
IS STOPPED AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IS APPLIED.
It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the driver to watch
TV/Video while driving a vehicle. Installing this product
incorrectly enables the driver to watch TV/Video while driving.
This may cause a distraction, preventing the driver from looking
ahead, thus causing an accident. The driver or other people could
be severely injured.

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CAUTION
This symbol means important instructions.
Failure to heed them can result in injury or
material property damage.
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.
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.
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.
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 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
Operation of some of the functions of this unit is very complex.
Because of this, it was deemed necessary to place these functions
into a special screen. This will restrict operation of these
functions to times when the vehicle is parked. This ensures the
focus of the driver’s attention will be on the road and not on the
monitor. This has been done for the safety of the driver and
passengers.
Setup Operation and Search Function cannot be made if the car is
moving. The car must be parked and the parking brake must be
engaged for the procedure described in the Owner’s Manual to be
valid. The warning “CAN’T OPERATE WHILE DRIVING,” will
be displayed if any attempts are made to perform these
operations while driving.
•Be sure to disconnect the cable from the (–) battery post before
installing your VPA-B211A. 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 VPA-B211A to the fuse box,
make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the VPA-B211A
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 VPA-B211A 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.
Apple, the Apple logo and iPod are trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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Getting Started
Operation is carried out from the remote control.
Feature
If the unit is connected to an ALPINE Ai-NET compatible
device (DVD/HDD Player, DVD/CD Changer, Adapter for
iPod, etc.), operation with the supplied remote control can be
carried out. You can also display the screen on the external
monitor. If the unit is connected to an ALPINE navigation
system, you can display navigation screens on the external
monitor. For details on the function of connected devices,
refer to the Owner's Manual.
When Using the Remote Control
•Point the remote control at the remote control eye within
about 2 meters.
•It may not be possible to operate the remote control if the
remote control eye is exposed to direct sunlight.
•The remote control is a small, lightweight precision device.
To avoid damage, short battery life, operational errors and
poor response, observe the following.
-Do not subject the remote control to excessive shock.
-Do not put in a trouser pocket.
-Keep away from food, moisture and dirt.
-Do not place in direct sunshine.
•Connect the supplied remote control eye. Failing to do so
will result in a loss of remote control operation.
Refer to “Connections” (page 22).
•If an ALPINE monitor is connected as the external front
monitor, connect the remote control input lead to the
remote control output lead of the monitor. In this case, you
do not need to connect the supplied remote control eye.
POWER
SOURCE
MUTE
Battery Replacement
Applicable battery: Use two “AAA” sized dry batteries or
equivalent.
1Opening the battery cover
Slide out the battery cover while firmly pressing in
the direction of the arrow.
2Replacing the battery
Insert the batteries, observing the polarities as
illustrated.
3Closing the cover
Slide the cover as illustrated until a click is heard.

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Turning Power On and Off
Some of this unit's functions cannot be performed while the
vehicle is in motion. Be sure to stop your vehicle in a safe
location and apply the parking brake, before attempting these
operations.
Press POWER to turn on/off the unit.
Initial System Start-Up
Be sure to press the RESET button when using the unit for
the first time, after installing the CD changer, after changing
the car battery, etc.
1Turn off the unit power.
2Press RESET with a ball-point pen or similar
pointed object.
Lowering Volume Quickly
Activating this function will instantly lower the volume level.
Press MUTE.
No volume is output.
Pressing MUTE again brings the audio back to its
previous level.
Switching a Source
Press SOURCE.
•Source can be switched by setting FRONT on the VIDEO
SOURCE SEL screen. Refer to “Switching Each Monitor
Source (VIDEO SOURCE SELECT Function)” (this page).
Other Useful Features
Switching Each Monitor Source
(VIDEO SOURCE SELECT Function)
If the optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is connected, you
can connect up to 2 external rear monitors.
The source is switched between the external front monitor
and the external rear monitor using the VIDEO SOURCE
SELECT function.
1Press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.
The SETUP screen is displayed.
2Press 8or 9to select VIDEO SOURCE SEL.
3Press -/J/SEARCH or f.
The VIDEO SOURCE SEL. screen is displayed.
4Press 8or 9to select a monitor from which
the source of FRONT/REAR 1/REAR 2 is set.
FRONT: External front monitor
REAR 1: External rear monitor connected to AUX
OUT1 of the optional expansion box (VPE-
S431).
REAR 2: External rear monitor connected to AUX
OUT2 of the optional expansion box (VPE-
S431).
5Press gor fto select the desired
source.
6To return to the SETUP screen, select
RETURN and press -/J/SEARCH or g.
To finish the setting, press and hold MUTE
for at least 2 seconds.
MUTE
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-/J/SEARCH
RESET

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•The optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is required to
connect an external rear monitor.
•REAR 1/REAR 2 can be set when “Setting the External
Rear Monitor Output” (page 9) is turned on.
•If the source of REAR 1/REAR 2 is set to NAVIGATION,
though the source name of the rear monitor is displayed as
DVD, the navigation screen is output.
Switching the function of the remote sensor
The remote sensor of the external monitor can be switched, as
you prefer.
1Press 8or 9on the SETUP screen and
select REMOTE CONTROL SEL.
2Press gor fand select a monitor using
the remote control.
The monitor which has a priority to the remote
control operation is changed.
FRONT: The remote control eye of this unit is
effective.
REAR-1: The remote sensor of the external rear
monitor connected to AUX OUT1 of the
optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is
effective, and the remote control can operate
only the source selected for this terminal.
REAR-2: The remote sensor of the external rear
monitor connected to AUX OUT2 of the
optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is
effective, and the remote control can operate
only the source selected for this terminal.
3To finish the setting, press and hold MUTE
for at least 2 seconds.
•REAR-1/REAR-2 is adjustable when the external expansion
box (VPE-S431) is connected.
•If REAR-1 or REAR-2 is set, DVD operation is not possible
from the unit's supplied remote control.
MUTE
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Setup
Setup Operation
To display the SETUP mode screen:
To watch a video source, your vehicle must be parked
with the ignition key in the ACC or ON position. To do
this, follow the procedure below.
1. Bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a safe
location. Engage the parking brake.
2. Keep pushing the foot brake and release the
parking brake once then engage it again.
3. When the parking brake is engaged for the second
time, release the foot brake.
•For automatic transmission vehicles, place the transmission
lever in the Park position.
Now, the locking system for the SETUP operation has
been released. Engaging the parking brake can reactivate
the SETUP mode, as long as the car's ignition has not
been turned off. It is not necessary to repeat the above
procedure (1 through 3), of “To display the SETUP mode
screen.”
Each time the ignition is turned OFF, perform the
procedure of “To display the SETUP mode screen.”
The following steps 1 to 4 are common operations to each
“Setting item” of Setup. Refer to each section for details.
1Press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.
The SETUP screen is displayed.
2Select the desired setting item by pressing
either 8or 9.
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Setting the Rear Camera
When the rear camera is connected, rear pictures are output
on the screen.
Setting item: CAMERA-IN
Setting contents: OFF / ON
ON: When the shift lever is set to reverse (R),
the rear camera picture is shown on the
screen.
OFF: The rear pictures are not output.
• By shifting to reverse (R), the rear pictures are output.
This function is effective when the reverse wire is properly
connected.
Setting the AUX Mode
Setting items: AUX IN-1 to 3
Setting contents: OFF / ON
OFF: AUX source is not displayed.
ON: AUX source is displayed.
•OFF is not selected when the optional DVD player or DVD
changer is connected.
•AUX IN-3 is adjustable when the external expansion box
(VPE-S431) is connected.
Naming External Devices
When more than one external device is connected, you can
name each (up to 3) as you like.
Setting item: AUX IN-1 to 3 NAME
Setting contents: AUX-1 (2, 3) / VCR / GAME-1, 2 / TV * /
EXT-DVD
*When an optional TV is connected, set the unit to TV. Refer
to “TV Operation” (page 18).
•The selected source name is displayed instead of AUX
source name.
Adjusting the External Input Audio Level
Setting item: AUX IN-1 to 3 LEVEL
Setting contents: LOW / HIGH
LOW: Decreases the external input audio level
HIGH: Increases the external input audio level
Setting items:
NAV. ↔NAV. MIX LEVEL ↔DISPLAY-TYPE SEL. ↔
VOLUME LEVEL ↔CAMERA-IN ↔REMOTE CONTROL
SEL.*↔VIDEO SOURCE SEL.*↔AUX IN-1 (2, 3) ↔
AUX IN-1 (2, 3) NAME ↔AUX IN-1 (2, 3) LEVEL ↔
MONITOR OUT-1 ↔MONITOR OUT-2 ↔IN-INT MUTE
↔VISUALIZER SEL. ↔PLAY MODE ↔AUTO SCROLL
↔BACKGROUND SEL. ↔DEMO ↔NAV.
*Refer to the “Switching Each Monitor Source (VIDEO
SOURCE SELECT Function)” (page 6).
3Pressing gor f changes to the setting.
4To finish the setting, press and hold MUTE
for at least 2 seconds.
Setting the Navigation Mode
When you connect an optional navigation equipment, set it to
ON.
Setting item: NAV.
Setting contents: OFF / ON
ON: Navigation source is displayed.
OFF: Navigation source is not displayed. The
settings related to the navigation can not be
changed from this unit.
Navigation Audio Interruption Volume
Adjustment
With an Alpine navigation system connected to the VPA-
B211A, the voice guidance of the navigation system will be
mixed with the DVD or CD play.
You can adjust the volume level of the voice guidance.
Setting item: NAV. MIX LEVEL
Setting contents: OFF, +1 to +15
•When NAV. is turned on, the setting can be made. Refer to
“Setting the Navigation Mode” (this page).
Setting the Display Type
Depending on your external monitor, the screen may not be
correctly displayed. In this case, change the type.
Setting item: DISPLAY-TYPE SEL.
Setting contents:TYPE1 / TYPE2
Setting the Volume Level
The volume level can be set for each source.
Setting item: VOLUME LEVEL
Setting contents: LOW / MID / HIGH
•The sound level increases as follows: LOW → MID →
HIGH.

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Playing MP3/WMA Data
When using discs containing both CD data and MP3/WMA
data.
Setting item: PLAY MODE
Setting content: CD-DA / CD/MP3
CD: Plays only the CD data on discs containing
both CD data and MP3/WMA data.
MP3: Both CD data and MP3/WMA file tracks can
be played back.
•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.
Setting the Scroll
Scroll display is available if titles are entered in the disc.
Scroll display of CD text, folder names, file names and tag
information is also enabled.
Setting item: AUTO SCROLL
Setting contents: AUTO / MANUAL
AUTO: Turns on the AUTO scroll mode. Scroll
display is repeated as long as the mode is
turned on.
MANUAL: Turns off the AUTO scroll mode.
Scroll display is done once as a track is
changed.
Switching Background Textures
You can select the background textures of the setup screen
from 4 types.
Setting item: BACKGROUND SEL.
Setting contents:TYPE1 to 4
Demonstration Function
This unit is equipped with a demonstration function capable
of showing basic operations of respective sources on the
display.
Setting item: DEMO
Setting contents: OFF / ON
ON: Turns on the demonstration mode to show
the basic operations.
OFF: Turns off the demonstration mode.
•The demonstration operation is automatically repeated
until the function is turned off.
Setting the External Rear Monitor Output
Set it to ON when you use the external rear monitor.
Setting items: MONITOR OUT-1, 2
Setting contents: OFF / ON
ON: By setting the connected external rear
monitor to ON, the remote control will be
usable.
OFF: When either MONITOR OUT-1 or 2 is set to
OFF, only one monitor can be set by the
VIDEO SOURCE SELECT function.
•When the optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is con-
nected, the setting can be made.
Setting the External Device Interrupt Mode
If an Alpine Versatile Link Terminal (KCA-410C) is
connected to the VPA-B211A, an Auxiliary Source will be
allowed to interrupt the current audio source. For example,
you can listen to the voice guidance of your navigation
system when it occurs even while you are playing a CD or
DVD. The CD/DVD player will be automatically muted
during voice guidance. For further details, please refer to the
manual for KCA-410C.
Setting item: IN-INT. MUTE
Setting contents: OFF / ON
OFF: Sound will be output in Interrupt mode.
ON: Sound will not be output in Interrupt mode.
•The auxiliary device being connected must have an
Interrupt wire with a negative trigger for this function to
operate automatically. Otherwise, a separate switch needs
to be added to switch it manually.
Setting the VISUALIZER Mode Display
Set VISUALIZER to your preference. Other than in the OFF
setting, VISUALIZER can be displayed on the rear monitor.
When you select SCAN, the screen shows a continuous series
of 6 images, one after the other.
Setting item: VISUALIZER SEL.
Setting contents: MODE-1 to MODE-6 / SCAN / OFF
•When the optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is con-
nected, the VISUALIZER setting can be made.
•To display VISUALIZER on the rear monitor, refer to
“Switching Each Monitor Source (VIDEO SOURCE
SELECT Function)” (page 6) and set the REAR 1 and
REAR 2 sources to VISUALIZER.

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DVD/Video CD Operation
(Optional)
Basic operations of an ALPINE DVD player/Changer
compatible with Ai-NET can be done from the unit's supplied
remote control. Refer to the Owner's Manual of the connected
DVD player/Changer.
Playing DVD/Video CD
WARNING
It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the
driver to watch the DVD/TV/Video while driving the
vehicle. The driver may be distracted from looking
ahead and an accident could occur.
Install the VPA-B211A correctly so that the driver
cannot watch DVD/TV/Video unless the vehicle is
stopped and the emergency brake is applied.
If the VPA-B211A is not installed correctly, the
driver will be able to watch the DVD/TV/Video while
driving the vehicle and may be distracted from
looking ahead causing an accident. The driver or
other people could be severely injured.
SOURCE
REPEAT
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To display the DVD mode screen
To watch a video source, your vehicle must be parked with
the ignition key in the ACC or ON position. To do this, follow
the procedure below.
1. Push the foot brake to bring your vehicle to a
complete stop at a safe location. Engage the parking
brake.
2. Keep pushing the foot brake and release the parking
brake once then engage it again.
3. While the parking brake is being engaged the second
time, release the foot brake.
•For automatic transmission vehicles, place the transmis-
sion lever in the Park position.
Now, the locking system for the DVD mode operation has
been released. Engaging the parking brake can reactivate the
DVD mode, as long as the car's ignition has not been turned
off. It is not necessary to repeat the above procedure (1
through 3), of “To display the DVD mode screen.”
Each time the ignition is turned OFF, perform the procedure
of “To display the DVD mode screen.”
•If you try to activate the auxiliary device while driving, the
display will show the warning-PICTURE OFF FOR YOUR
SAFETY.
1Press SOURCE to activate the DVD mode.
Playback starts.
2Press either 8or 9to select a disc (DVD
changer connected).
Fast-forwarding/Fast-reversing
1During playback, press and hold g(fast-
reverse) or f(fast-forward) .
2Release gor fto return to normal
playback.
Finding the Beginning of Chapters or Tracks
During playback, press gor f.
The chapter/track switches each time the button is
pressed, and playback of the selected chapter/track
starts.
f:Press this to start playback from the
beginning of the following chapter or track.
g:Press this to start playback from the
beginning of the current chapter or track.
•Some DVDs do not have chapters.
Supplementary explanation
“Chapters” are divisions of movies or musical
selections on DVDs.
“Tracks” are divisions of movies or musical selections
on video and music CDs.

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CD/MP3/WMA
Operation (Optional)
Playing CD/MP3/WMA
1Press SOURCE to activate the CD mode.
2Press 8or 9to select a disc (when a
changer is connected).
3Press gor fto select the desired track.
Returning to the beginning of the current track:
Press g.
Fast backward:
Press and hold g.
Advancing to the beginning of the next track:
Press f.
Fast forward:
Press and hold f.
4To pause playback, press :/J/SEARCH.
Pressing :/J/SEARCH again will resume playback.
•CD playback information (track no., TEXT etc.) will be
displayed on the monitor during playback.
•MP3/WMA playback information (folder no., file no., tag
information, etc.) will be displayed on the monitor during
playback.
•The MP3/WMA indicator is lit during MP3/WMA playback.
•“NO SUPPORT” is displayed when text information is not
compatible with the VPA-B211A.
•The DVD changer (optional) is controllable as well as the
CD changer.
• If using two changers, the Versatile Link Terminal (KCA-
410C) must be used. In this case, press BAND/PRESET to
select the changer mode.
SOURCE
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M.I.X.
BAND/PRESET
↓
RPT CHAPTER
↓
RPT TITLE
↓
RPT OFF
The chapter is played repeatedly.
The title is played repeatedly.
The mode returns to normal
playback. (Factory default)
Playing Still Frames (pausing)
1During playback, press :/J/SEARCH.
2Press :/J/SEARCH to resume playback.
Chapter/Track/Title Repeat Playback
Use this function to play the disc’s titles, chapters or tracks
repeatedly.
During playback, press REPEAT.
The repeat mode switches each time the button is
pressed.
DVD
VIDEO CD
•The track/disc repeat modes cannot be used on video CDs
with playback control (PBC).
•For some discs it is not possible to switch the repeat mode.
↓
RPT TRACK
↓
RPT DISC
↓
RPT OFF
The track is played repeatedly.
The entire disc is played repeatedly.
(Factory default)
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M.I.X. (Random Play)
Press M.I.X. in the play or pause mode.
The M.I.X. mode switches each time the button is
pressed.
CD mode:
M.I.X. →M.I.X. ALL*→(off) →M.I.X.
M.I.X. : Track are played back in random
sequence.
M.I.X. ALL : The tracks on all the CDs in the current
magazine will be included in the random
playback sequence.
*When a CD changer equipped with the All M.I.X. function
is connected.
MP3/WMA mode:
M.I.X. FOLDER →M.I.X. →(off) →M.I.X. FOLDER
M.I.X. FOLDER : Only files in a folder are played back
in random sequence.
M.I.X. : All files in a disc are played back in
random sequence, and playback
shifts to the next disc.
Press M.I.X. again and select OFF to deactivate the
M.I.X. play.
Repeat Play
During playback, press REPEAT.
The repeat mode switches each time the button is
pressed.
CD mode:
REPEAT →REPEAT ALL** →(off) →REPEAT
REPEAT : Only a track is repeatedly played back.
REPEAT ALL : A disc is repeatedly played back.
MP3/WMA mode:
REPEAT →REPEAT FOLDER →REPEAT ALL** →(off)
→REPEAT
REPEAT : Only a file is repeatedly played
back.
REPEAT FOLDER: Only files in a folder are repeatedly
played back.
REPEAT ALL : A disc is repeatedly played back.
** When a changer is connected.
Press REPEAT again and select OFF to deactivate the
repeat play.
•If the HDA-5460 model is connected to the unit, some
operations (for example changing the source, selecting the
file by holding buttons up or down, etc.), can be carried out
on this unit.
MP3/WMA Play Display
The disc number, folder number and file number will be
displayed as described below.
Folder/File Search
You can display the names of folders/files and search for a
folder/file to play.
1Press and hold :/J/SEARCH for at least 2
seconds during playback.
The Folder Name list is displayed.
2Press 8or 9to select the desired folder.
3Press :/J/SEARCH to play back the first file
in the selected folder.
To search for a file in the selected folder
1After selecting the folder in step 2, press for
TITLE to change to the file search mode of the
selected folder.
•If there is a file name list in the folder, is displayed.
2Press 8or 9to select a file and press
-/J/SEARCH or f.
The selected file is played back.
•Folder Name Search mode is cancelled by pressing and
holding -/J/SEARCH for at least 2 seconds.
•“ROOT” is displayed for the root folder which does not
have folder name.
•While in File Name Search mode, press g or TITLE to
switch to Folder Name Search mode.
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Folder number
display
File number
display
Disc number
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SAT Radio Receiver
Operation (Optional)
SAT Receiver: XM or SIRIUS Receiver
When an optional XM or SIRIUS Receiver Box
is connected via the Ai-NET bus, the following
operations may be performed. However, the XM
Receiver and SIRIUS Receiver cannot be
connected at the same time.
Receiving Channels with the SAT
Radio Receiver
About SAT Radio
Satellite Radio* is the next generation of audio entertainment, with
over 100 digital audio 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 SIRIUS' website at www.sirius.com.
To receive SAT Radio, the separately sold XM Direct™ or
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Tuner and an appropriate Ai-NET
Interface Adapter will be required. For details, consult your
nearest ALPINE dealer.
*XM and its corresponding logos are trademarks of XM
Satellite Radio Inc.
*Sirius and its corresponding logos are trademarks of Sirius
Satellite Radio Inc.
•The SAT Receiver controls on the VPA-B211A are
operative only when a SAT Receiver is connected.
1Press SOURCE to select SAT Radio mode.
2Press BAND/PRESET to select between one
of the three SAT Radio Preset Bands.
Each press changes the band:
XM mode:
XM1 →XM2 →XM3 →XM1
SIRIUS mode:
SIRIUS1 →SIRIUS2 →SIRIUS3 →SIRIUS1
3Press -/J/SEARCH to select CH NAME or
CH NO.
CH NO. → CH NAME → CATEGORY → CH NO.
CH NO. : channel number tuning
CH NAME : channel name tuning
4Press gor fto select the desired
channel.
Holding down gor fwill change channels
continuously.
•When using the optional remote control (RUE-4190), a
SAT Radio Channel can be directly called up with the
numeric keypad of the remote control.
1While in XM or SIRIUS Radio mode, enter the
Channel number you want to call up with the
numeric keypad on the remote control.
2Press ENTER on the remote control within 5 seconds to
receive the Channel.
If the channel number is 3 digits, the Channel is
automatically received after the channel number is input.
Tuning in to Categorized Programs
You can listen to programs categorized to the same group one
after another.
1In the XM or SIRIUS mode, press -/J/SEARCH
to select CATEGORY mode.
CH NO. →CH NAME →CATEGORY →CH NO.
2Press gor fto select a desired
category.
Holding down gor fwill change categories
continuously.
The first channel of the selected category is tuned.
Checking the SAT Radio ID Number
A unique Radio ID number is required to subscribe to SAT
Radio programming. Each third party XM or SIRIUS radio
comes with this number.
This number is an 8 character (for XM Radio) or 12 character
(for SIRIUS Radio) alphanumeric number. It is printed on a
label found on the SAT Receiver.
It can also be displayed on the screen of the VPA-B211A in
the following way.
1Press -/J/SEARCH to select CH NO.
2While receiving band, press gor fto
select channel “0.”
The unit displays the ID number.
3To cancel the ID number display, set the
channel to other than “0.”
•You cannot use “O,” “S,”“ I,” or “F” for the ID Number
(XM radio Receiver only).
•You can check the ID number printed on a label on your
third party, SAT Radio Receiver package.
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Storing Channel Presets
1Press BAND/PRESET to select the desired
band you want to store.
2After tuning in the desired channel, press and
hold BAND/PRESET for at least 2 seconds
to activate the Memory mode.
The preset number in the display will blink.
3Press 8or 9within 5 seconds to select a
preset number.
4Press and hold BAND/PRESET for at least 2
seconds, into which you wish to store the
channel.
The selected channel is stored.
5Repeat 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.
•Atotal of 18 channels can be stored in the preset memory
(6 channels for each band; XM1, XM2 and XM3 or
SIRIUS1, SIRIUS2 and SIRIUS3).
•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 Channels
1Press BAND/PRESET to select the desired
band.
2Press 8or 9that has your desired satellite
channel in memory.
Category/Channel Search Function
You can search for programs by Channel name or Category.
1Press and hold -/J/SEARCH for at least 2
seconds in the XM or SIRIUS mode.
The category list is displayed.
2Press 8or 9to select the desired Category.
3Press -/J/SEARCH to receive the selected
Category.
• Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding
-/J/SEARCH for at least 2 seconds in Category Search
mode.
To search for a channel of the selected category
1After selecting the category in step 2, press fto
change to the channel search mode of the selected
category.
2Press 8or 9to select the desired Channel name.
3Press -/J/SEARCH or f to receive the selected
Channel name.
• Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding
-/J/SEARCH for at least 2 seconds in Channel Search
mode.
Changing the Display
Text information, such as the channel name, artist name/
feature, and song/program title, is available with each XM or
SIRIUS channel. The unit can display this text information as
explained below.
In XM or SIRIUS mode, press TITLE.
Each time you press this button, the display changes
as shown below.
*1Channel number, category, title name, etc., are displayed in
one screen.
*2XM mode only : The information display appears.
Channel name/Category → Title name/Artist name →
Information*1→ Auxiliary Data Field*2→ Channel
name/Category

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iPod ™ Operation
(Optional)
An iPod™ or iPod™ mini can be controlled from the VPA-
B211A, when connected to an optional Alpine Interface
Adapter for iPod™ (KCA-420i). While connected to the
VPA-B211A, operation from the iPod™ is no longer
possible.
•For details, refer to the Owner’s Manual of the connected
Interface adapter for iPod™ (KCA-420i).
•For each function, refer to the iPod’s documentation.
Playback
1Press SOURCE to switch to the iPod mode.
2Press gor fto select the desired song.
Return to the beginning of the current song:
Press g.
Fast backward:
Press and hold g.
Advance to the beginning of the next song:
Press f.
Fast forward:
Press and hold f.
3To pause playback, press :/J/SEARCH.
Pressing -/J/SEARCH again will resume
playback.
•If a song is playing on the iPod when it is connected to the
adapter, it will continue playing after the connection.
•If using the iPod with a changer, the Versatile Link
Terminal (KCA-410C) must be used. In this case, press
BAND/PRESET to select the changer mode applicable to
the iPod.
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BAND/PRESET
•Only alphanumeric characters (ISO-8859-1) can be
displayed.
• If the artist, album or song name, created in iTunes, has
too many characters, songs may not be played back when
connected to the adapter. Therefore, a maximum of 250
characters is recommended. The maximum number of
characters for this unit is 64.
•Some characters may not be correctly displayed.
•“NO SUPPORT” is displayed when text information is not
compatible with the VPA-B211A.
Searching for a desired Song
For iPod containing several hundred or several thousand files,
finding the desired file can be troublesome. VPA-B211A offer
a variety of search functions to make this easier.
•If all songs in the iPod are associated with a playlist,
access to each song is more efficient.
Searching by Playlist
1Press and hold :/J/SEARCH for at least 2
seconds.
The search mode selection screen is displayed.
2Press 8or 9to select PLAYLIST SEARCH
and press :/J/SEARCH.
3*1Press 8or 9, and select a playlist.
4Press :/J/SEARCH to play back a
selected playlist.
To search for a song in the selected playlist
1 After selecting the playlist in step 3
*1
, press f
to change to the song search mode of the selected playlist.
•If there is a song name list in the playlist, is
displayed.
2 Press 8or 9to select a song and press
-/J/SEARCH or f .
The selected song is played back.
•If you choose “iPod name” of iPod in step 3*1, all songs in
iPod are played back.
•Pressing greturns to the search mode selection screen.
•The search mode is cancelled by pressing and holding
:/J/SEARCH for at least 2 seconds.
Searching by Artist Name
1Press and hold :/J/SEARCH for at least 2
seconds.
The search mode selection screen is displayed.
2Press 8 or 9to select ARTIST SEARCH and
press :/J/SEARCH.
3*2Press 8or 9, and select an artist.
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•If you choose ALL in step 3*4, all songs in iPod are played
back.
•Pressing greturns to the search mode selection screen.
•The search mode is cancelled by pressing and holding
:/J/SEARCH for at least 2 seconds.
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.)
The Shuffle function of the iPod is displayed as M.I.X. on the
monitor.
Shuffle Albums (M.I.X. ALBUMS):
Select an album randomly in the iPod, and plays back the
songs of the album in sequential order. If a song has been
selected in the playlist/artist search mode before selecting
Shuffle Album, only the albums within the playlist/artist are
selected randomly. The songs of the album are played back
sequentially.
Shuffle Songs (M.I.X. SONGS):
All songs in the iPod are played back in random sequence. If
a song has been selected in the playlist/artist search mode
before selecting Shuffle song, only the songs of the playlist/
artist/album are played back randomly.
1Press M.I.X. in the play or pause mode.
The songs will be played back in random
sequence.
M.I.X. ALBUMS →M.I.X. SONGS →(off) →M.I.X.
ALBUMS
2To cancel M.I.X. play, select (off) with the
above procedure.
•For details of the search mode, refer to “Searching for a
desired Song” (page 15).
•If a song is selected in the album search mode before
selecting Shuffle (M.I.X.), the songs will not play back
randomly even when Shuffle album is selected.
•If there is no album in the playlist, Shuffle (M.I.X.) will not
function even when Shuffle album is selected.
Repeat Play
Only Repeat One is available for the iPod.
Repeat One: A single song is repeatedly played back.
1Press REPEAT to play back repeatedly the
track being played.
The song will be played repeatedly.
REPEAT →(off) →REPEAT
2To cancel repeat play, select (off) with the
above procedure.
•During repeat playback, no other songs are selectable by
pressing or touching gor f.
4Press :/J/SEARCH to play back all songs of
the selected artist.
To search for an album of the selected artist
1After selecting the artist in step 3*2, press fto
change to the album search mode of the selected
artist.
•If there is an album list of the artist, is displayed.
•Select ALL, and press fto change to the album
search mode for all albums.
2*3Press 8or 9to select an album.
3Press -/J/SEARCH to play back all songs of the
selected album.
To search for a song of the selected album
1After selecting the album in step 2*3, press fto
change to the song search mode of the selected album.
•If there is a song name list in the album, is
displayed.
•Select ALL, and press fto change to the song
search mode for all songs of the selected artist.
2 Press 8or 9to select a song and press
-/J/SEARCH or f.
The selected song is played back.
•If you choose ALL in step 3*2, all songs in iPod are played
back.
•If you choose ALL in step 2*3, all songs of the selected
artist are played back.
•Pressing greturns to the search mode selection screen.
•The search mode is cancelled by pressing and holding
:/J/SEARCH for at least 2 seconds.
Searching by Album Name
1Press and hold :/J/SEARCH for at least 2
seconds.
The search mode selection screen is displayed.
2Press 8 or 9to select ALBUM SEARCH and
press :/J/SEARCH.
3*4Press 8or 9, and select an album.
4Press :/J/SEARCH to play back all songs of
the selected album.
To search for a song of the selected album
1After selecting the album in step 3*4, press fto
change to the song search mode of the selected album.
•If there is a song name list in the album, is
displayed.
•Select ALL, and press fto change to the song
search mode for all songs in the iPod.
2Press 8or 9to select a song and press
-/J/SEARCH or f.
The selected song is played back.

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Navigation System
(Optional)
Switching the Navigation Screen
If an optional Alpine Navigation System is connected to the
unit, the Navigation screen can be displayed on the monitor.
1Press SOURCE to activate the NAV. mode.
The Navigation screen is displayed.
The operation is possible with the supplied
navigation remote control.
For navigation operation, refer to the Owner’s
Manual of the navigator.
•NAV. set to on by following “Setting the Navigation Mode”
(page 8).
Auxiliary Device
(Optional)
Operating Auxiliary Devices
To operate your devices connected to the AUX terminals of
VPA-B211A, follow the procedure described below.
WARNING
It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the
driver to watch the TV/Video/DVD while driving the
vehicle. The driver may be distracted from looking
ahead and an accident could occur.
Install the VPA-B211A correctly so that the driver
cannot watch TV/Video/DVD unless the vehicle is
stopped and the emergency brake is applied.
If the VPA-B211A is not installed correctly, the driver
will be able to watch the TV/Video/DVD while
driving the vehicle and may be distracted from
looking ahead and cause an accident. The driver or
other people could be severely injured.
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TV Operation (Optional)
When connected with an ALPINE TV unit (sold separately),
you can use the remote control supplied with the VPA-B211A
to operate the TV. Set the AUX NAME to TV. Refer to
“Naming External Devices” page 8.
•TV is connected to AUX IN-2.
•When the optional expansion box (VPE-S431) is con-
nected, connect TV to AUX IN-3.
•Be sure to connect this unit or VPE-S431 remote control
output lead to the TV unit's remote control input lead.
Operating TV Unit
WARNING
It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the
driver to watch the TV while driving the vehicle. The
driver may be distracted from looking ahead and
an accident could occur.
Install the VPA-B211A correctly so that the driver
cannot watch TV unless the vehicle is stopped and
the emergency brake is applied.
If the VPA-B211A is not installed correctly, the driver
will be able to watch the TV while driving the
vehicle and may be distracted from looking ahead
and cause an accident. The driver or other people
could be severely injured.
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BAND/PRESET
To activate your auxiliary devices:
To watch a video source, your vehicle must be parked
with the ignition key in the ACC or ON position. To do
this, follow the procedure below.
1. Bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a safe
location. Engage the parking brake.
2. Keep pushing the foot brake and release the
parking brake once then engage it again.
3. When the parking brake is engaged for the second
time, release the foot brake.
•For automatic transmission vehicles, place the
transmission lever in the Park position.
Now, the locking system for the AUX mode operation
has been released. Engaging the parking brake can
reactivate the AUX mode, as long as the car's ignition
has not been turned off. It is not necessary to repeat
the above procedure (1 through 3), of “To activate your
auxiliary devices.”
Each time the ignition is turned OFF, perform the
procedure of “To activate your auxiliary devices.”
• If you try to activate the auxiliary device while driving,
the display will show the warning-PICTURE OFF FOR
YOUR SAFETY.
1Press SOURCE to activate the AUX mode.
The external input screen is displayed.
2Press BAND/PRESET to change to the AUX
mode.*1
AUX-1 → AUX-2 →AUX-3*2→AUX-1
*1AUX-1 to AUX-3 are displayed if AUX IN set to ON in
“Setting the AUX mode” (page 8), or the name which is
given as the source name in “Naming External Devices”
on page 8 is displayed.
*2AUX-3 is displayed when the optional expansion box
(VPE-S431) is connected.

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To activate your TV unit:
To watch a video source, your vehicle must be parked
with the ignition key in the ACC or ON position. To do
this, follow the procedure below.
1.Bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a safe
location. Engage the parking brake.
2.Keep pushing the foot brake and release the parking
brake once then engage it again.
3.When the parking brake is engaged for the second
time, release the foot brake.
•For automatic transmission vehicles, place the
transmission lever in the Park position.
Now, the locking system for the TV mode operation has
been released. Engaging the parking brake can
reactivate the TV mode, as long as the car's ignition has
not been turned off. It is not necessary to repeat
the above procedure (1 through 3), of “To activate your
TV unit.”
Each time the ignition is turned OFF, perform the
procedure of “To activate your TV unit.”
•If you try to activate the TV unit while driving, the
display will show the warning-PICTURE OFF FOR
YOUR SAFETY.
1Press SOURCE to activate the AUX mode.
2Press BAND/PRESET to select the TV mode.
AUX-1 → TV →AUX-1
When VPE-S431 is connected:
AUX-1 → AUX-2 →TV →AUX-1
3Press gor fto seek for a channel
downward or upward respectively.
•When using the optional remote control (RUE-4190), TV
Channel can be directly called up with the numeric keypad
of the remote control.
1While in TV mode, enter the Channel number you
want to call up with the numeric keypad on the
remote control.
The Channel is automatically received after the channel
number is input.
Automatic Memory of Channel
Presets
1Press :/J/SEARCH.
The auto preset operation starts.
After the completion, memorized channel number
list displays and the first memorized station is
automatically received.
2To receive a memorized station, press 8or 9.
Information
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 then consult your
authorized Alpine dealer.
Basic
No function or display.
•Vehicle’s ignition is off.
-If connected according to the 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.
No sound or unnatural sound.
•Connections are not properly or securely made.
-Check the connections and firmly connect.
Screen not displayed.
•Connections to the DVD, CD player, navigation system are
not securely made.
-Check the connections and firmly connect.
Navigation system inoperative.
•Connections to the navigation system are incorrect.
-Check the connections with the navigation system and
connect the cables correctly and firmly.
Remote control of the rear monitor is inoperative.
•The VPE-S431 is not connected.
-Make sure the VPE-S431 is correctly connected (refer to
“Connections”).
Make sure the cable is not bent excessively.