Page 2 - ENGLISH; Contents; WARNING
1 -EN ENGLISH 01GB03IVA-W502ETOC.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Contents Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING ................................................. 4 CAUTION .................................................. 4 PRECAUTIONS ........................................ 5 Discs Playab...
Page 3 - Setup; DVD Setup
2 -EN 01GB03IVA-W502ETOC.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Setup DVD Setup DVD Setup Operation ..................................... 27 Changing the language setting .................... 28Setting of the Menu Language .................... 28Setting of the Audio Language ................... 28Se...
Page 4 - iPod; Connection Diagram of SPST Switch
3 -EN 01GB03IVA-W502ETOC.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Adjusting the Time Correction (T. CORR) ................................................ 48 Adjusting the Crossover Settings (X-OVER) ................................................ 49 Storing Settings in the Memory ......................
Page 5 - Operating Instructions
4 -EN 01GB04IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Operating Instructions 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 for the driver to watch TV/Video while driving a vehicle. Insta...
Page 6 - PRECAUTIONS
5 -EN 01GB04IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) PRECAUTIONS Product Cleaning Use a soft dry cloth for periodic cleaning of the product. For more severe stains, please dampen the cloth with water only. Anything else has the chance of dissolving the paint or damaging the plastic. Temperat...
Page 7 - Disc Accessories; Discs Playable on This Unit; Playable Discs
6 -EN 01GB04IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Disc Accessories There are various accessories available on the market for protecting the disc surface and improving sound quality. However, most of them will influence the thickness and/or diameter of the disc. Using such accessories can ...
Page 8 - Tips for making your own CDs
7 -EN 01GB04IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Discs that cannot be played DVD-ROMs, DVD-RAMs, CD-ROMs (excluding MP3/WMA/AAC files), photo CDs, etc. DualDisc This unit is not compatible with DualDisc.Using a DualDisc may cause unit malfunction, and may cause disc damage when the disc ...
Page 9 - Disc terminology; Protecting the USB connector; CAUTION
8 -EN 01GB04IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Using DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs • This unit is compatible with discs recorded in the standard DVD-Video and DVD-VR (DVD-R/DVD-RW only) formats. • Note that discs not finalised (processed to enable to play on playback-only DVD players) ...
Page 11 - Turning Power On or Off; Getting Started
10 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Accessory List • Head unit .............................................................................1 • Power cable .........................................................................1 • Mounting sleeve ............................
Page 12 - Inserting / Ejecting a Disc; Adjusting the Monitor Viewing Angle; Adjusting the Volume; How to view the Display; Soft button operation; Recalling the Source
11 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Inserting / Ejecting a Disc Insert the disc Press OPEN . The movable monitor will open. Insert a disc into the Disc slot part. Inserting a disc will close the monitor automatically. Eject the disc Press OPEN again. Disc is ejected. • Do n...
Page 14 - Listening to the Radio; Selecting the Display Style; Radio
13 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) You can change the style of display by touching [Style] in normal mode of every source. Style 1 (Initial) Style 2 Display example for iPod main screen Changes to the L .L .C. adjustment screen (Only for visual source) directly, refer to p...
Page 16 - Playback; Repeat Play
15 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Playback 1 Touch [SOURCE] on the main source screen. The SOURCE selection screen is displayed. 2 Touch [DISC] . The display shows the DISC mode screen. When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC is inserted into the DISC SLOT of the IVA-W502E, with the label ...
Page 19 - Playing a Disc; To display the DVD mode screen
18 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Playing a Disc IVA-W502E has a built-in DVD player. When an optional Alpine DVD/Video CD/CD player (or DVD changer) is connected to the IVA-W502E, you can control it from the IVA-W502E (except some operations). • If you try to activate th...
Page 20 - Displaying the Top Menu Screen
19 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Menu Operations 1 Touch [KEY] . The menu operation mode will be displayed. 2 Select a desired menu item by touching [ ] , [ ] , [ ] or [ ] . 3 Touch [ENTER] to confirm the selected item. Numeric Keypad Input Operations 1 Touch [KEY] . The...
Page 22 - Slow Motion Playback; Selecting Folders
21 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Playing Still Frames (Pausing) 1 During playback, touch [ / ] . 2 Touch [ / ] to resume playback. • No sound is played during the still frame mode. • The image or sound may stop temporarily when playback starts from the pause mode. This i...
Page 24 - Switching the Angle; Scroll to Move the Page Forward or Back; Switching the Audio Tracks
23 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) 3 Touch and enter the chapter or track number you want to play. See page 19 for operation of the numeric keypad. 4 Touch [ENT] to confirm your selection. Playback will start from the selected chapter or track. • This function is not avail...
Page 26 - Search Function
25 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Adjusting the Balance/Fader Directly Touch and move [ ] to a desired setting. Or touch a desired setting range, and [ ] will move to that location.Touch [L] or [R] of Balance and [F] or [R] of Fader for fine-tuning. Turning Defeat ON or O...
Page 27 - Rear Entertainment Function; Switching Display Modes
26 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Display Example for Search Screen [ ] is displayed if there is a hierarchical list. Select directly by touching [ ] , and its track (or folder/ file) is played back.Scroll the list one line at a time by touching [ ] or [ ] . Scroll the li...
Page 28 - Blackout Mode On and Off; Cancelling the Simultaneous Function
27 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) 1 Touch the visual screen to display the main control. 2 Touch [ESC] . 3 Touch [VISUAL] within 5 seconds. The VISUAL selection screen appears. 4 Touch [NORMAL] . The simultaneous function is cancelled. • To make the setting, set to “Setti...
Page 29 - Changing the language setting
28 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) The numeric keypad input screen closes when the area is touched while displayed.Numeric keypad input screenThe numeric keypad is used if you want to play back in a language other than that displayed, or to input your parental lock passwor...
Page 30 - Changing the Digital Output Setting
29 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) This function can help restrict the viewing of movies to children of appropriate age levels only. Setting item: PARENTALSetting content: INPUT • When the settings are changed, the old settings are overwritten. Make a note of the current s...
Page 32 - Setting the Downmix Mode; Setting the TV Screen Mode; Setting the compressed File Playback Data
31 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) This function applies to Dolby Digital, DTS stream sound. Setting item: DOWNMIX MODESetting contents: SURROUND / STEREO Use the procedure described below to modify the output screen according to the type of TV monitor (rear monitor) being...
Page 33 - Display Setup Operation; Displaying DivX; DISPLAY Setup
32 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Setting item: DivX INFO. If [ ] of DivX INFO. is touched, a DivX ® file registered code is displayed. When playing a Playback Control (PBC) enabled Video CD, you can choose to set PBC ON or OFF. Setting item: PBCSetting contents: OFF / ON...
Page 35 - General Setup Operation; GENERAL Setup; Displaying the Time; Setting the Scroll
34 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) General Setup Operation 1 Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. The SETUP selection screen is displayed. 2 Touch [GENERAL SETUP] . The GENERAL SETUP screen appears. 3 Touch [ ] , [ ] or [ ] , etc., of the desired item to change its set...
Page 36 - System Setup Operation; SYSTEM Setup; Setting the External Device Interrupt Mode; Setting the Interrupt Icon Display
35 -EN 01GB05IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) System Setup Operation 1 Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. The SETUP selection screen is displayed. 2 Touch [SYSTEM SETUP] . The SYSTEM SETUP screen appears. 3 Touch [ ] or [ ] etc., of the desired item to change its setting. Setti...
Page 39 - Adjusting Brightness
38 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) L.L.C. Setting Operation 1 Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. The SETUP selection screen is displayed. 2 Touch [L.L.C. SETUP] . The L.L.C. SETUP screen appears. 3 Touch [ ] or [ ] etc., of the desired item to change its setting. Set...
Page 40 - Downloading the BACKGROUND data; Adjusting Image Contrast; Data Download
39 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Setting item: CONTRASTSetting content: -15 to +15 Contrast adjustment range is -15 to +15. “LOW” and “HIGH” appear as the minimum and maximum values specified. Setting item: SHARPSetting content: –15 to +15 Picture quality adjustment rang...
Page 42 - Setting the A.PROCESSOR; Setting Bass Sound Control
41 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Setting the A.PROCESSOR 1 Check that Defeat mode is off (page 25). 2 Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. The SETUP selection screen is displayed. 3 Touch [AUDIO SETUP] . The AUDIO SETUP screen appears. 4 Touch [ ] of A.PROCESSOR. The...
Page 43 - Using the Pro Logic II Mode
42 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Pro Logic processing can be conducted on the music signals recorded on two channels to achieve Dolby Pro Logic II surround sound. For two-channel Dolby Digital and DTS signals, there is also a “REAR FILL” function for outputting the signa...
Page 44 - Phase Switching
43 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Because of the particular conditions inside the vehicle, there can be major differences in the distances between the various speakers and the listening position. It is possible to calculate the optimum correction values and eliminate the ...
Page 45 - Parametric Equalizer Adjustments
44 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) The frequency bands of the graphic equalizer are fixed. This makes it very difficult to correct for undesired peaks and dips at specific frequencies. The parametric equalizer’s centre frequency can be tuned to these specific frequencies. ...
Page 46 - Speaker Setup; Adjusting the DVD Level
45 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Achieving powerful high volume sound (LISTENING MODE) With Dolby Digital, the dynamic range is compressed so that powerful sound can be achieved at regular volume levels. This compression can be cancelled to achieve an energetic sound wit...
Page 47 - Storing Settings in the Memory; Calling up the Preset Memory; Changing MultEQ mode; Linear PCM Setting
46 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) The output when playing discs recorded in linear PCM can be set to 2 or 3 channels. Setting item: PCM MODE Touch [ ] or [ ] of PCM MODE to select 2CH or 3CH. • This adjustment is ineffective when the speaker is set CENTER to OFF in “Setti...
Page 48 - Adjusting Sound Setting in Manual Mode
47 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Adjusting Sound Setting in Manual Mode You can change these sound settings to create your own preference when the MultEQ mode is set to OFF (Manual Mode). 1 Check whether the Defeat mode is off. 2 Touch [SETUP] on the main source screen. ...
Page 51 - Setting the Subwoofer; About Time Correction; Adjusting the Subwoofer Level; Example 1. Listening Position: Front Left Seat
50 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Calling up the Preset Memory 1 Check whether the Defeat mode is off. 2 Touch any one of the preset buttons [P.SET 1] through [P.SET 6] on the A.PROCESSOR list display to select the preset memory. • It takes a few moments to call up the pr...
Page 52 - About the Crossover
51 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) These values are the time correction values for the different speakers. Setting these values to make each sound reach the listening position at the same time as the sound of other speakers. Time Correction Value List About the Crossover C...
Page 53 - About IMPRINT; CARS ARE TERRIBLE LISTENING SPACES
52 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) • HPF (high pass filter): Cuts the lower frequencies and allows the higher frequencies to pass. • LPF (low pass filter): Cuts the higher frequencies and allows the lower frequencies to pass. • Slope: The level change (in dB) for a frequen...
Page 54 - INTRODUCING IMPRINT
53 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) These acoustical problems are so severe that no correction system has been able to overcome them. Until now, with the introduction ofIMPRINT, Alpine provides a hardware/software combination that not only solves these problems, it actually...
Page 59 - Searching by artist name
58 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) For example: Searching by Artist nameThe following example explains how an ARTISTS search is performed. Another search mode can be used for the same operation, although the hierarchy differs. 1 Touch [ ] . The search mode is activated, an...
Page 60 - Searching for a desired Song
59 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) An iPod ® can be connected to this unit. iPod connection can be made in two ways using the USB connection cable, or directly connecting the iPod using the FULL SPEED™ connection cable (KCE-422i).When the IVA-W502E is connected by using th...
Page 61 - Direct Search Function
60 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) 3 Select the desired artist. To play back the artist directly 1 Touch [ ] next to the artist’s name. All songs of the selected artist are played back. To search for the album of an artist 1 Touch [ ] of the selected artist. The ALBUMS sea...
Page 62 - About DVDs; Information
61 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Repeat Play Only Repeat One is available for the iPod.Repeat One: A single song is repeatedly played back. 1 Touch [P1/2] . The function guide is displayed. 2 Touch [ ] . The file will be played repeatedly. 3 To cancel repeat play, touch ...
Page 64 - List of Language Codes
63 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) List of Language Codes (For details, see page 28.) Language Kirundi Romanian Russian Kinyarwanda Sanskrit Sindhi Sangho Serbo-Croatian Singhalese Slovak Slovenian Samoan Shona Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati Sesotho Sundanese Swedish Swah...
Page 65 - List of Country Codes
64 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) List of Country Codes (For details, see page 28.) 7573 7577 7578 7580 7582 7587 7589 7590 7665 7666 7667 7673 7675 7682 7683 7684 7685 7686 7689 7765 7767 7768 7771 7772 7775 7776 7777 7778 7779 7780 7781 7782 7783 7784 7785 7786 7787 778...
Page 67 - In Case of Difficulty
66 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) In Case of Difficulty 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 lea...
Page 70 - CURRENT ERROR
69 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) • Caused by the iPod Software Version not being compatible with this unit.- Update the iPod Software Version to be compatible with this unit. • Indication error - Turn the ignition key off, and then set to ON again. - Check the display by...
Page 71 - Specifications
70 -EN 01GB06IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Specifications MONITOR SECTION FM TUNER SECTION AM TUNER SECTION USB SECTION CD/DVD SECTION GENERAL CHASSIS SIZE • Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice. • The LCD panel is m...
Page 72 - Installation and Connections; Warning; MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS.; Caution; HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS.; Precautions
71 -EN 01GB07IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Installation and Connections Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and pages 4 to 6 of this manual thoroughly for proper use. Warning MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS. Failure to make the proper connections may r...
Page 73 - Installation
72 -EN 01GB07IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Installation Caution concerning the installation location 1 Before installing, make sure that the opening and closing of the display will not interfere with operation of the shift lever. 2 Angle of installation Install at an angle of betw...
Page 75 - Connection Diagram of SPST Switch (Sold Separately)
74 -EN 01GB07IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) (If the ACC power supply is not available) • If your vehicle has no ACC power supply, add an SPST (Single-Pole, Single-Throw) switch (sold separately) and fuse (sold separately). • The diagram and the fuse amperage shown above are in the ...
Page 76 - Connections
75 -EN 01GB07IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) Connections • Set the system switch to “NORM” when only a changer is connected (when the Ai-NET compatible equalizer is not used). When the IMPRINT audio processor is connected, set to EQ/DIV position. * The two system switches are locate...
Page 79 - System Example
78 -EN 01GB07IVA-W502E.fm ALPINE IVA-W502E 68-12118Z56-A (EN) System Example Connect the Ai-NET compatible audio processor (Fiber optic digital compatible), Navigation system, DVD player and changer. • When the fiber optic compatible product is connected, it is necessary to set the mode of this unit...