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USER MANUAL EZI-DAB ALPINE

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Please read before using this equipment.

Digital Radio Interface EZi-DAB WARNING Fit the unit and the antenna in a position that does not obscure the driver’s view. Fit the unit securely. Do not fit the unit or the antenna in such a way that may interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle, the deployment of air bags or other safety equipment. Avoid objects or liquids getting into the unit. Do not remove screws from or open the unit casing. Do not operate the unit while driving. Read this manual fully before operating the unit, including all safety notices. CAUTION Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight for long periods, for example, inside a hot car. To reduce the risk of theft, remove the controller from your vehicle, or position it out of sight, before leaving your vehicle unattended. WARNING This WARNING symbol is used throughout this manual to indicate a potentially serious risk to your personal safety. Obey all safety notices that accompany this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

This manual provides instructions for using EZi-DAB. EZi-DAB is designed for professional installation and there are a number of different options for how EZi-DAB can be connected to your existing Head Unit. Your installer will be able to advise you which method has been used and give you some basic instruction on how to operate EZi-DAB in your car. There are three main components to EZi-DAB: Main unit (Interface) This is typically installed behind your dashboard or in a glovebox with extension cables run to convenient points for connecting your iPod, iPhone, iPad, USB device or other auxiliary music sources. Controller The compact, removable controller should be installed within easy reach and has a high-contrast OELD display with back-lit buttons and a simple rotary control for easy station selection or control over other connected devices. Antenna (optional) Any active (powered) DAB antenna with 5V phantom feed and SMB (f) connector fits to EZi-DAB. ALPINE recommends ALPINE KAE-220DA. Please make sure ONLY to connect a dedicated 5V phantom supplied antenna. Failure to do so may result in the device becoming defect.

Controls and connectors Controller Presets/More button Digital Radio: Press to view station presets list. iPod/USB: Press and repeat to change track shuffle options. Press and hold, then press again to change track repeat options. Power/Home button Press to switch EZi-DAB on. Press again to cycle through available sources and settings. Press and hold to switch off. Fast forward button Digital radio: Press and repeat to jump forward in the audio buffer in steps of 15 seconds if you have used the pause/rewind feature. iPod/USB: Press to skip forward. Hold to fast forward. Rewind button Digital radio: Press and repeat to Rewind live radio in steps of 15 seconds. iPod/USB: Press to skip back. Hold to rewind. Back button Press to move back up a level in menus/lists. Digital radio: Press to return to live radio if using the pause/rewind feature.

Select knob Turn to browse stations, tracks and menu items. Push to select. Play/pause button Digital radio: Press to pause digital radio (maximum pause duration 5-15 minutes depending on the station’s bitrate). Press again to play from where you paused. iPod/USB: Press to play/pause track playback. Main unit (Interface)

The EZi-DAB main unit is usually installed out of sight, so you may only see cable extensions enabling you to connect to the AUX IN and USB sockets. 8 Digital Radio Antenna In Connected to your EZi-DAB digital radio antenna. Please make sure ONLY to connect a dedicated 5V phantom supplied antenna. Failure to do so may result in the device becoming defect. 1 USB Usually connected to the supplied USB extension cable. Connect your iPod or USB media player to the extension (or directly) for playback and charging. Also used for USB memory stick software updates. 2 Power In Connected to your car ignition 12V power supply. 3 Controller Connected to the EZi-DAB controller. 4 Line Out (3.5mm) Audio out (could be connected to your Head Unit‘s AUX IN). 5 AUX IN (3.5mm) Audio in from any auxiliary audio device. 6 Antenna Out Connects to the FM antenna input on your Head Unit if using FM direct inject. 7 FM Antenna In Connects to your existing FM car antenna if using FM direct inject.

Getting started Switching on and off Press the button on top of the controller to switch EZi-DAB on. To switch off press and hold the button down until the display switches off. Forecourt pause Ideal for quick stops at the petrol station or cashpoint, forecourt pause keeps EZi-DAB on standby for 15 minutes after you remove the keys, making sure it’s ready for your return. Restart the ignition or press the button within this period and EZi-DAB immediately resumes playing the station you were listening to or the music you were playing exactly where it left off. If you’re listening to digital radio, you can even pause it for around 5-15 minutes, and resume listening without missing a second – see page 8 for more details. Picnic mode Continue to enjoy EZi-DAB after you’ve reached your destination with picnic mode, which enables you to listen with the ignition off and your car keys removed. Simply switch EZi-DAB on again to activate picnic mode. To save power, USB-connected devices are not charged in picnic mode and EZi-DAB will automatically shut down after an hour. Note: Both forecourt pause and picnic mode are subject to different vehicle specifications. For example, some vehicles will only supply power to the Head Unit for 15 minutes with the ignition off and the keys out.

Depending on how your unit has been installed, there are three possible methods for hearing EZi-DAB through your Head Unit: Auxiliary input Select the AUX IN source on your Head Unit if EZi-DAB has been wired in as an auxiliary source. FM direct inject This method effectively takes over your FM source and replaces it with output from EZi-DAB when you switch EZi-DAB on. Select the FM radio source on your Head Unit and tune to a particular frequency (default 87.6 MHz). Depending on your installation this method may also retain access to your normal FM stations to allow for traffic announcements and data services used by some navigation systems. You can change this frequency in Settings, see page 14. FM broadcast This method broadcasts the output from EZi-DAB over FM to your car antenna. Select the FM radio source on your Head Unit and tune to a particular frequency (default

87.6 MHz). You can change this frequency in Settings, see page 14.

Selecting your audio source EZi-DAB gives you a choice of available audio sources depending on your installation. Choose from Digital radio, USB (USB connection), iPod (USB connection) or Auxiliary input via (3.5mm connection) as follows: Press the button and repeat to step through the source options until you see the one you want then wait for a few seconds to select the source shown on the bottom line of the screen. button and turn the Select knob to browse through the source options then press the Select Press the knob to select the source shown on the bottom line of the screen. Digital radio iPod Changing source (current source on top line)

Listening to digital radio To listen to digital radio, select the Digital radio source as described on page 7. Selecting stations Turn the Select knob to browse the list of available stations and press the Select knob to change station. Changing the information on the display Press the button, select Settings > Info display and select one of the following options: Station name Full height station name (scrolls if necessary) Name and text Station name and any scrolling text broadcast by the station Signal strength Signal strength and signal quality WARNING Don’t get distracted – avoid reading scrolling text information while driving. Amazing Radio Smooth Radio UK Changing station (current station on top line) Smooth Radi Station name option - scrolling full height text Pausing and rewinding digital radio EZi-DAB enables you to pause and rewind digital radio by saving an audio ‘buffer’ of the current station. You can rewind for around 5–15 minutes depending on the bitrate of the current station and/or how long you’ve been tuned to the current station. Use the following controls to pause and control digital radio: Pause and restart playback (display shows a pause icon and a timer counting time behind live) Skip back through the saved audio in increments of 15 seconds Skip forward through saved audio in 15 second increments until you get back to live radio To return to live radio immediately, push the Select knob or change the station.

Smooth Radio UK 01:05 Digital radio paused (1 minute and 5 seconds behind live) Using presets You can save up to 30 of your favourite digital stations in a presets list for easy access. By default some of our favourite partner stations appear as the first few presets. You can replace these if you want. Saving presets

1. Tune to one of your favourite stations.

2. Press the button on top of the controller.

3. Turn the Select knob to browse through your presets list and select where you want to save your

4. Press and hold the Select knob or button down to save the current station to that position on the

list. Previous presets can be overwritten. You see ‘Preset saved’ on screen when the preset has been saved. Selecting presets

1. Press the button.

2. Press the button again to step through the presets list until you see the one you want then wait for

a few seconds to tune to that preset or turn the Select knob to browse through your presets list and push the Select knob to select one.

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Connecting an iPod/iPhone/iPad/USB device Connect your iPod, iPhone, iPad or USB device (MP3 player, mobile phone or USB memory stick) to EZi-DAB’s USB input using its cable. (If your main unit is inaccessible your installer will have fitted a USB extension cable for easy access.) Once connected, you can use EZi-DAB’s controller to select tracks and control playback. To listen to your iPod, iPhone or iPad, select the iPod source or to listen to a USB device, select the USB source as described on page 7. Browsing and selecting tracks

1. Press the

button to access your device menu and turn the Select knob and press to choose whether to list by Playlists, Artists, Albums, Genres or Tracks. You can also sort by Folders (USB devices only) or by Composers, Audiobooks and Podcasts (Apple devices only), depending on content.

2. Turn the Select knob to browse through your tracks and press to select one and start playing it.

A + symbol on the display indicates that there are further choices within the selected category. Controlling playback Use the following controls to pause and control your device: Pause and restart playback (display shows a pause icon). Skip to start of current track or press again within three seconds to skip back to previous tracks. Hold to fast rewind. Skip to start of next track. Hold to fast forward.

Playlists Browsing your tracks Rock N Roll Train AC/DC - Black Track playing Rock N Roll Train AC/DC - Black Ice Track paused Shuffle and repeat options Press the

button, select Settings and choose one of the following options: Shuffle For Apple devices choose Tracks, Albums or Off, for USB devices choose On or Off. Note: Alternatively you can press the button to cycle through Shuffle states. Repeat USB track shuffle options Choose Track, All or Off. Note: Alternatively you can press and hold the states. Off

button, then press again to cycle through Repeat Off Track Track repeat options Changing the information on the display Press the button, select Settings > Info display and select one of the following options: Track name Full height track name (scrolls if necessary) Track and artist Information on the selected track Track time Track name with time into track and time remaining Green Onions Full height track name option Note: Apple devices which draw more than 500mA when charging such as iPad will charge more quickly if iPod source is selected on EZi-DAB.

Using AUX IN Connect the line out or headphone socket of any audio device to EZi-DAB using an appropriate 3.5mm to 3.5mm audio cable plugged into the AUX IN on EZi-DAB. Depending on the position in which your main unit has been fitted this cable may have been pre-fitted by your installer. This connection enables audio to be played through EZi-DAB into your Head Unit. While connected you use the normal controls on your audio device and Head Unit, EZi-DAB cannot control playback as it does when connected using the iPod/USB connection. To listen to music from your auxiliary device, select the Auxiliary input source as described on page 7. $8;,1 AUX IN source selected Changing the auxiliary input gain You can adjust the gain on the EZi-DAB auxiliary input if you find the volume level from your device seems too quiet or too loud. To adjust auxiliary input gain:

1. Select the Auxiliary input source.

2. Press the

button, select Settings > Aux gain and choose a value between 0 (quieter) and +3 (louder).

Removing/fitting the controller

The controller can be fitted and removed easily for security purposes. Your installation may also use a swivel bracket or some sort of universal or model-specific mounting bracket onto which the controller bracket shown is mounted – if so, take extra care when removing or fitting the controller. Removing the controller Hold the bracket and pull the controller firmly up by the sides to remove it. If EZi-DAB is switched on when you remove the controller it will continue radio or track playback until you replace and stop playback, turn off EZi-DAB or turn off your ignition. Removing the controller Note: We recommend that you remove the controller from your car (or store out of direct sunlight) on hot/sunny days if your vehicle is to be left unattended, as temperatures inside a closed vehicle can get very high. Fitting the controller Slide the controller onto the mounting bracket as shown and click in to place. Fitting the controller

Settings You can view and adjust the following settings from any source: Backlight

1. Press the

button, select Settings > Backlight.

2. Choose from the following backlight options for the display and backlit buttons:

Timed dim Dims the backlight after around 7 seconds and brightens when any button is pressed Timed off Switches the backlight off after around 7 seconds and switches on again when any button is pressed Dim Dim backlight option Bright Bright backlight option Button colour Press the button, select Settings > Button colour and select one of the following options for the button colour: Blue, Green, Red, Amber, White

Timed dim Bright Setting backlight options Software update Software updates for your EZi-DAB may be made available in the future which you can load on to EZi-DAB using a USB stick connected to the USB input. Available software updates are made available for download from http://www.alpine-europe.com. To update: button, Select Settings > Software update.

1. Press the

2. Insert the USB stick containing the update into EZi-DAB’s USB socket/lead and press the Select knob.

Note: The update process may take around five minutes. Ensure that you don’t switch off EZi-DAB or start your car during the update process or the update may fail.

V1.0 Insert USB stick then pres Software update screen showing the current software version number (left) and build number (right)

Language You can change the language EZi-DAB uses for displaying menus and options.

1. Press the

button, select Settings > Language.

2. Turn the Select knob and press to choose from English, French, German or Italian.

Restore defaults Restore defaults removes all saved presets, clears the station list and resets all options to their defaults.

1. Press the

button, select Settings > Restore defaults.

2. Press the Select knob to confirm you want to restore EZi-DAB defaults.

EZi-DAB will reset, switch off and on again, you will then be asked to choose your preferred language, an autotune will be performed to refresh the digital station list and EZi-DAB will tune to a digital station. FM transmit frequency If your unit has been installed to use FM transmit or FM direct inject, you can change the frequency on which EZi-DAB transmits if you find it is interfering with a broadcast station.

1. Press the

button, Select Settings > FM transmit frequency.

2. Turn the Select knob to choose a new transmit frequency and push the Select knob to confirm.

3. Retune your Head Unit to the new FM frequency you have chosen.

English Deutsch Changing the display language Press SELECT to confirm Confirm restore defaults Package Contents

• Main Unit (Interface)
• Controller bracket with captive cable
• Controller mount with adjustable angle Considerations before starting
• Fitted audio system including AUX-IN or FM antenna connection.
• Standard 12V power system - not suitable for 24V systems.

• Wiring loom with ISO connectors Recommended for best results

• Check that the latest version of software is installed. To find out which version your unit has installed:

• 3.5mm to 3.5mm jack audio cable
• Coaxial FM antenna loop through cable
• Self adhesive controller bracket mounting pad

Minimum vehicle requirements Press the button

• Visit http://www.alpine-europe.com to see if there is a later software version available. Download the file and copy it to a USB stick. For instructions on how to install a software update see page 15. Main unit (Interface) positioning Consider length of controller cable and USB/AUX audio extension and possible routing, whether access required to unit after fitting and distance from antenna and suitable power connection (avoid using safety critical power circuits such as airbag/ABS system etc). Controller positioning
• Consider usability and visibility from driving seat, possible mounting points/brackets, cable length and routing to main unit.
• Decide on connection to Head Unit – AUX IN or FM and whether FM pass-through is required.

Connections and System Wiring Diagram

EZi-DAB power connector pins Pin Function Nav_Tel_Audio+ Purple

Cabin illumination Brown

12V Permanent battery supply (with series fuse holder) Yellow

12V Switched ignition (with series fuse holder) Red

Car mute (with crimp) Orange

USB extension cable ISO connector pins Function

(supplied) AUX IN cable (3.5mm supplied) Mute Existing vehicle FM antenna † Colour

Mute 1 (with crimp) White

Mute 2 (with crimp) Orange

Mute 3 (with crimp) Blue

12V Switched ignition (with series fuse holder)* Red

Cabin illumination Brown

12V Permanted battery supply (with series fuse holder)* Yellow

Power loom (supplied) Fuse holders for permanent 12V and switched 12V.* Head Unit AUX IN connection cable (3.5mm to dual phono or 3.5mm) † FM loop-through cable (supplied) † Head Unit EZi-DAB controller bracket (supplied)

• On some vehicles switched and permanent live connections may be reversed. Open the fuse holders and swap the connections round if required. If connected to Head Unit AUX IN then FM antenna connections to EZi-DAB are not required. Optional antenna (e.g. KAE-220DA) or any active (powered) DAB antenna with 5V phantom feed and SMB (f) connector Please make sure ONLY to connect a dedicated 5V phantom supplied antenna. Failure to do so may result in the device becoming defect. Fit cables and connections

Fit USB extension and AUX IN cables Route the USB extension (used for MP3/iPod connection) and AUX IN cable from e.g. the glove box, to where you will fit the main unit, as required. Note that even if this cable is not required for use with music devices, it is recommended that it is installed to enable easy access to the USB socket for software updates. Fit connections to the Head Unit Slide out the Head Unit and connect AUX IN cable from EZi-DAB or connect the FM pass-through cable and reroute the existing FM antenna cable and the pass through cable to where you will fit the main unit. Antenna adapters (Fakra/ISO/DIN) or extensions may be required. Note: If the Line out connection on EZi-DAB is used the FM transmit/pass through is disabled. Connect the power loom Connect the supplied loom to the vehicle’s system ensuring the EZi-DAB power connector is positioned where you will fit the main unit. Note: The supplied loom provides a permanent live and ignition controlled live feed to EZi-DAB but also offers other connections that may not be required. Ensure any unused wires are safely taped up and securely tied. Mount the controller 1. Run the cable for the controller from where you will fit the main unit to the desired mounting position e.g. on the dashboard and mount the bracket as required – either using the supplied sticky pad, swivel bracket or third party mounting bracket.

2. Once secure – click the controller onto the controller bracket making sure it is securely mounted.

Connect all cables to the main unit

1. Connect all cables to the main unit and trial fit it in place.

2. Slide the Head Unit back into place.

Check operation/setup

As soon as the power is connected, EZi-DAB will switch on automatically, once it has started up it will ask you to select a language. Turn the Select knob to browse and press the knob to choose your preferred language. An autotune will be performed to scan for digital stations and EZi-DAB will tune to a digital station when complete. Switch on the Head Unit and select the AUX IN source or FM radio depending on fitting method. Check all sources/connections work. Installer settings Installer settings are provided to enable the initial setup, to prevent unintentional changing these appear in a hidden menu. To access the installer settings:

1. Press , , , , in quick succession.

2. Turn the Select knob to browse through the following options and press the Select knob to choose one.

Antenna input source Choose the required source depending on the type of antenna you are using: Connector 8 (powered) Choose this if using an active antenna. (Default) Connector 8 (unpowered) Choose this if using an alternative unpowered digital antenna like a film windscreen antenna or mag-mount type. Connector 7 Choose this if using the existing car FM antenna.

Autotune Performs a scan for digital stations as per initial start-up.

FM pass-through Choose from two FM pass-through connection options: Disabled EZi-DAB output effectively replaces all FM stations when EZi-DAB is switched on. (Default) Enabled EZi-DAB output is blended in to the FM waveband, alongside normal broadcast FM stations. Software upgrade Use this option to update EZi-DAB’s software if you have an update available and loaded on a USB stick. Factory reset Use this option to reset all settings including the installer settings above to defaults.

Technical Specifications Radio DAB/DAB+/DMB-Radio depending on region. Dual digital radio tuners. Frequency ranges Band III 174-240 MHz, L-Band 1452-1490 MHz and FM transmit 87.5-108 MHz. Input connectors Controls Digital radio antenna in: FAKRA SMBA connector FM antenna in: ISO connector Analogue AUX IN: 3.5mm auxiliary input Power supply: 8 way latched Molex connection – 12V from vehicle supply USB: (type A) USB connection for iPod, iPad, iPhone, MP3 players and USB sticks for audio playback, also used for software updates FM antenna out: ISO connector for pass-through of FM connection Line out: 3.5mm audio out to Head Unit Controller connection: 6 way latched Molex connection to micro USB Backlit rewind and fast forward controls, play/pause and back buttons. Home and presets. Rotary knob with push to select Display High contrast white-on-black graphical OELD display Dimensions Controller: 70mm wide x 53mm high x 27mm deep. Main unit (Interface): 150mm wide x 24mm high x 85mm deep Temperature range Maximum recommended operating temperature 75°C, maximum recommended storage temperature 85°C. Output connectors Suitable for use in the following countries: A, B, BG, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FIN, F, D, EL, HU, IRL, I, LV, LT, L, MT, NL, PL, P, RO, SK, SL, E, S, GB, ISL, LIE, NOR, CHE

Copyright Copyright 2012 by Alpine Electronics (Europe) GmbH. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied or distributed, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any human or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, manual or otherwise, or disclosed to third parties without the express written permission of Alpine Electronics (Europe) GmbH. Trademarks iPad, iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performace standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance. All other product names are trademarks of their respective companies. Version 1 February 2012.

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