Alpine CDA-9826, CDA-9827 Playing MP3/WMA Files, Playing MP3 Files with the CD Changer Optional

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MP3/WMA Operation

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Playing MP3/WMA Files

(CDA-9827/CDA-9826 only)

The CDA-9827/CDA-9826 model includes a built-in MP3/WMA decoder. You can play CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA files on this decoder. Use a format compatible with this unit.

For further information about playing or storing MP3/ WMA files, refer to pages 28-29 before using the decoder.

1Insert a disc containing an MP3 or WMA file with the label side facing up.

The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically.

When a disc is already inserted, press the SOURCE/ POWER button to switch to the CD mode.

The mode will change every time the button is pressed.

TUNER CD CD CHANGER

(Only when the CD changer is connected)

2To pause playback, press the -/Jbutton.

Pressing the -/Jbutton again will resume playback.

3To eject the disc, press the c button.

NOTES

The unit can play discs containing both audio data and MP3 data.

The MP3 indicator is lit during MP3 playback.

The WMA indicator is lit during WMA playback.

The track display for CD audio data playback is the track numbers recorded on the disc.

A WMA format file that is protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) cannot be played back on this unit.

While playing back MP3/WMA, press 8 or 9 button to move the folder up or down.

Playing MP3 Files with the CD Changer (Optional)

If you connect a changer compatible with MP3, you can play CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs containing MP3 files on the CDA-9827/CDA-9826/CDA-9825.

1Press the SOURCE/POWER button to switch to the MP3 Changer mode.

2Press the Disc Select buttons (1 through 6) corresponding to one of the discs loaded in the CD Changer.

3To pause playback, press the -/Jbutton.

Pressing the -/Jbutton again will resume playback.

NOTE

The unit can play discs containing both audio data and MP3 data.

Music Sensor (Skip)

1Momentarily press the g button once during CD play to return to the beginning of the current file. If you wish to access the beginning of a file further back, repeatedly press until you reach the desired file.

Press the f button once to advance to the beginning of the next file. If you wish to access the beginning of a file further ahead, press repeatedly until the desired file is reached.

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The music sensor feature is functional in the play or pause mode.

Fast Forward and Backward

1Press and hold the g or f button to quickly move backward or forward until you reach the desired section of the file.

Repeat Play

1Press the 4 () button to play back repeatedly the file being played.

Press the 4 () button again and select OFF to deactivate the repeat play.

RPT : Only a file is repeatedly played back

RPT : Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back

RPT *: A disc is repeatedly played back

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Contents CDA-9827/CDA-9826 Alpine CD Changers Give You More Contents Installation and Connections Precautions Never Attempt the Following Detaching the Front Panel Turning Power On and OffBasic Operation Attaching the Front PanelAudio Mute Function Setting TimeDisplaying Time Setting the Bass Control Setting the Treble Control Setting the Bass TypeSetting the MX Mode Blackout Mode On and OffDisplaying the Title/Text About the indicator displayAbout Title and Text Titling Discs/Stations Erasing Disc Title/Station TitleScroll Setting Setup OperationSubwoofer On and Off Setting the Tone Defeat for External Devices Turning Mute Mode On/OffSetting the AUX Mode V-Link Amplifierleft Connecting to an External AmplifierAmplifier SpeakersManual Storing of Station Presets Manual TuningAutomatic Seek Tuning Radio OperationStation Title Search Function Automatic Memory of Station PresetsTuning to Preset Stations Quick Search FunctionInserting/Ejecting Disc CD Player OperationNormal Play and Pause Repeat Play Music Sensor SkipFast Forward and Backward X. Random PlayTrack Search Function Scanning ProgramsControlling CD Changer Optional When a 12-disc CD Changer is connected Multi-Changer SelectionPlaying MP3/WMA Files Playing MP3 Files with the CD Changer OptionalPlaying MP3 Data Scanning files Folder Search modeFile Search mode Folder/File Search FunctionChecking the XM Radio ID Number Storing XM Channel PresetsXM Radio Operation Optional Receiving XM Channels with the XM Receiver OptionalChannel/Category Search Function Setting the tuning methodSetting the Auxiliary Data Field Display Changing the DisplayAbout MobileHub Link Telephone Mode ON/OFFMobileHub Link Operation Optional Incoming CallsSMS Short Message Service Operation CallingRemote Control Operation Controls on Remote Control CDA-9827 onlyBattery Replacement CDA-9827 only Information About MP3/WMASampling rate Order of tracksBit rate EncodingCase of Difficulty No Disc Antenna Specifications FM Tuner SectionInstallation and Connections PrecautionsInstallation RemovalConnections CDA-9827 CDA-9825 onlyAntenna Receptacle Power Antenna Lead Blue To prevent external noise from entering the audio systemLimited Warranty ALPINE-1

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