Imprint Operation Optional, Changing MultEQ mode

Linear PCM Setting

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.

2CH: 2ch output (L/R)

3CH: 3ch output (L/R/CENTER)

•This adjustment is ineffective when the speaker is set CENTER to OFF in “Setting the Speakers” (page 44).

Storing Settings in the Memory

Adjustment or setting contents can be stored.

Contents that can be stored vary depends on the audio processor used.

1 Touch [MEMORY] on the A.PROCESSOR list display.

2 Within 5 seconds, touch any one of the preset buttons [P.SET 1] through [P.SET 6] on the A.PROCESSOR list screen.

The setting contents are stored.

•The stored contents will not be deleted even when the battery power cord is detached.

Calling up the Preset Memory

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 preset memory.

IMPRINT Operation (Optional)

Alpine introduces IMPRINT - the world’s first technology that thoroughly eliminates in-car acoustic problems that normally degrade sound quality, which enables us to experience music the way the artist intended, refer to “About IMPRINT” (page 52).

When the IMPRINT audio processor (PXA-H100) (sold separately) is connected to this unit, MultEQ and the following sound adjustment can be performed.

The Parking Brake must be engaged to access the IMPRINT mode screen. Attempting to access this screen while driving will display the warning-CAN’T OPERATE WHILE DRIVING.

Changing MultEQ mode

MultEQ, developed by Audyssey Labs, automatically corrects the audio for the listening environment. The system is optimized for selected positions in the vehicle. To accomplish this, MultEQ must take measurements of the vehicles response characteristics. For details on the set up procedure, consult your authorized Alpine dealer.

1 Press IMPRINT of the unit, the MultEQ mode selection screen will be displayed.

2 Touch [ ] or [ ] to change the setting.

Setting contents: OFF / CURVE 1 / CURVE 2

OFF: Adjusting the audio settings manually to create your own preference.

CURVE1/

CURVE2: Correcting the audio for the listening environment automatically.

•The Curve mode can be selected only when curve 1 and curve 2 are stored.

•When MultEQ is set to CURVE 1 or CURVE 2, MEDIA XPANDER, X-

OVER, T.CORR, SUBWOOFER PHASE, SUBWOOFER SYSTEM, SUBWOOFER CHANNEL, TW SETUP, P-EQ, G-EQ and F-EQ can not be adjusted.

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