Alpine CDA-7897 Quick Searching Function, Blackout Mode On and Off, Displaying the Title/Text

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Basic Operation

B.OUT TITLE MODE/Q.S.

SOURCE BAND

Rotary encoder

Quick Searching Function

You can easily select tracks and files.

1 Press the SOURCE button to set the desired source mode.

(CD mode is explained here as an example)

2 When setting the CD mode, press and hold the Q.S. button for at least 2 seconds. The mode changes to the Q.S. (Quick Search) setting.

3 Select a desired track by turning the Rotary encoder to the right or left.

•CD/Changer mode: Track can be selected.

•XM mode: Channel can be selected. (It is not possible to select in the tuner mode)

•MP3 mode: File number can be selected.

4 When the setting is completed, the Q.S. mode is canceled by pressing the Q.S. button.

NOTE

The Q.S. mode is automatically canceled after 10 seconds if no buttons are pressed during step 2 and 3.

Blackout Mode On and Off

When the Blackout mode is turned on, the display will turn off to reduce power consumption.

This additional power enhances the sound quality.

1 Press and hold the B.OUT button for at least 3 seconds to start the blackout mode. By doing so the display will turn off.

NOTE

If any button on the unit is pressed during the blackout mode, the function will be displayed for 5 seconds to show the operation before returning to Blackout mode.

To cancel the blackout mode, press and hold the B.OUT button for at least 3 seconds.

Displaying the Title/Text

It is possible to display the CD/Station title if the title has been previously inputted. For details, see “Titling Disc/ Stations” (page 15). Text information, such as the disc name and the track name, will be displayed if playing a CD text compatible disc. It is also possible to display the folder name, the file name, and the ID3 tag, etc. while playing MP3 files.

1 Press the TITLE button.

The mode will change every time the button is pressed.

About “Title” and “Text”

Title: With this device, it is possible to input the CD/ Station name (refer to page 15). This inputted name is referred to as a “title.”

You cannot input or display titles on MP3 discs.

Text: Text compatible CDs contain text information such as the disc name and track name. Such text information is referred to as “text.”

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CDA-7897 specifications

The Alpine CDA-7897 is a versatile and high-performance CD receiver that appeals to audiophiles and casual listeners alike. Renowned for its rich feature set and exceptional sound quality, the CDA-7897 is designed to enhance the in-car audio experience.

One of the standout features of the CDA-7897 is its direct connectivity options. The unit offers multiple inputs, including a front auxiliary input and USB connectivity for playing digital music files. This allows users to easily connect their smartphones or MP3 players directly to the receiver, ensuring that their favorite tunes are always within reach. The receiver is also compatible with Alpine's full-speed iPod connection, which allows for seamless control and playback of iPod music.

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