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ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC. 1-7, Yukigaya-Otsukamachi, Ota-ku, Tokyo 145-0067, JAPAN Phone: 03-5499-4531 ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam Victoria 3803, Australia Phone 03-8787-1200 ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A. Viale Cristoforo Colombo, 8 20090 Trezzano sul Naviglio MI, Italy Phone +39 02 484781 ALPINE ELECTRONICS France S.A.R.L.
ENGLISH Contents Apple CarPlay (Optional) Connecting your iPhone ..................................12 Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING ................................................. 5 CAUTION .................................................. 5 NOTICE ..................................................... 5 Features About Apple CarPlay ....................................... 7 About Home Screen ......................................... 7 Getting Started Accessory List ..........................
Display Setup Display Setup Operation ................................. 19 Switching Display Modes ........................... 19 Adjusting Brightness ................................... 19 Adjusting Color of Picture .......................... 19 Adjusting Image Contrast ........................... 19 Adjusting Picture Quality ............................ 19 Saving and calling the adjusted picture quality ...................................................... 20 General Setup General Setup Operation .......
Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING This symbol means important instructions. Failure to heed them can result in serious injury or death. INSTALL THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY SO THAT THE DRIVER CANNOT WATCH TV/VIDEO UNLESS THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IS APPLIED. USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock. DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS. Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result in fire.
Operation of some of the functions of this unit is very complex. Because of this, it was deemed necessary to place these functions into a special screen. This will restrict operation of these functions to times when the vehicle is parked. This ensures the focus of the driver’s attention will be on the road and not on the iLX-107. This has been done for the safety of the driver and passengers. Some setup operations cannot be made if the car is moving.
Features About Apple CarPlay Apple CarPlay allows your iPhone 5 or later to operate smoothly from this head unit. About Home Screen The Home Screen for this unit gives direct access to those applications designed to work with Apple CarPlay. The Apple CarPlay icon will indicate whether the appropriate iPhone is connected. • Available source differs depending on the connected device and settings.
Getting Started Accessory List • • • • • • • • • • • • • • iLX-107.................................................................................1 Power cable.........................................................................1 GPS Antenna .......................................................................1 Antenna mounting plate ......................................................1 Cable clamp for antenna ................................................1set USB extension cable ...............
Turning the System On Operating an Item in a List With the Alpine system, when the ignition key is turned to ACC or ON, the opening screen will be automatically displayed. 1 1 To scroll through a list, touch the screen and slide your finger up or down. The screen will scroll along with your finger movement. When the system is used for the first time, the language selection menu is displayed. There are 20 languages to choose from.
About Hands-Free Phone When connected to this unit, your iPhone can be used as hands-free. Incoming calls are displayed with the caller’s ID when available. • About iPhone models usable with this unit, refer to Apple CarPlay section (page 12). • You can adjust the volume of the phone or select the speakers to be used for the call’s audio. Refer to “Apple CarPlay Setting” (page 24). • Avoid hands-free calls in heavy traffic or on narrow or winding roads. Keep your focus on driving to prevent an accident.
Listening to the Radio Presetting Stations Automatically 1 The tuner can automatically seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band in order of frequency from low to high. Press the Home button. The Home screen is displayed. 2 Touch [Radio]. The radio mode is activated and the display changes to the Radio mode screen. 3 Touch [ ] to select the desired radio band. Each touch changes the bands as follows: FM-1 4 FM-2 AM FM-1 Touch [Tune] to select the tuning mode.
Apple CarPlay (Optional) Apple CarPlay is a smarter, safer way to use your iPhone in the car. Apple CarPlay takes the things you want to do with your iPhone while driving and puts them right on iLX-107. You can get directions, make calls, send and receive messages, and listen to music, all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road. Just plug in or wirelessly connect your iPhone via WLAN to iLX-107 and go.
Auxiliary Device (Optional) Example for AUX main screen Operating Auxiliary Devices (Optional) To operate devices connected to the AUX terminals of iLX-107, follow the procedure described below. • Turn on the “AUX In”. Refer to “Setting the Auxiliary (AUX) Mode” (page 23). WARNING It is dangerous (and illegal in many states) for the driver to watch TV/video while driving the vehicle. The driver may be distracted from looking ahead and an accident could occur.
Camera Operation (Optional) The video from an optional camera can be viewed from this head unit’s display. Depending on your camera, please choose the camera type first. For details, refer to “Setting the Camera Input” (page 22). 2 The guide disappears, and then the [Guide Off] switch changes to [Guide On]. 3 Rear camera: If a HCE-C252RD/HCE-C155/HCE-C125, etc.
• The marks do not move in synchronization with the steering wheel. • Set the marks to suit the car’s width. 2 Distance guidance marks The marks represent the distance from the rear of the car (from the end of the bumper). • The marks do not move in synchronization with the steering wheel. • We recommend that you measure the actual distance to the marks when parked on a level surface. - When sunlight or headlights directly strike the camera lens.
In the case of a downward slope behind the car, the distance guides are displayed farther from the rear bumper than the actual distance. If there is an obstacle on the downward slope, it seems closer than its actual position. Also, an error may occur between the guidance and the actual path of the car on the road surface. Other Camera Operation Setup Audio Setup Audio Setup Operation Set “Front” or “Side” for “Camera” (page 22). 1 Press the Home button. The Home screen is displayed. 2 Touch [Camera].
• Alpine TuneIt App is downloadable from Apple’s App Store. • Time Correction, Crossover and Parametric EQ can be set only through the Alpine TuneIt App. • Also refer to “Applying Alpine TuneIt App” on page 10. Adjusting Balance (Between Left and Right) Adjust the right and left speaker volumes. Setting item: Balance Setting contents: L (left) 15 to R (right) 15 (Initial setting: 0) Adjusting Fader (Between Front and Rear) Adjust the front and rear speaker volume.
Adjusting the Bass Engine SQ Level With BASS ENGINE SQ ON, adjusting the Bass level uniformly effects various sound parameters for optimum Bass effect. Setting item: Bass level Setting contents: 0 to 6 (Initial setting: 3) • Adjustable only when Defeat is Off. • The Bass parameters affected contain Bass Level, Treble Level, EQ PRESETS, Parametric EQ*, SUBWOOFER*, Subwoofer Level, Media Xpander, X-Over* and Time correction*.
Display Setup Display Setup Operation Switching Display Modes Setting item: Display Mode Setting contents: WIDE (Initial setting) / NORMAL To display the Display Setup Menu screen: Your vehicle must be parked with the ignition key in the ACC or ON position. To do this, follow the procedures below. 1 Bring your vehicle to a complete stop at a safe location. Engage the parking brake. 2 Release the parking brake. (For safety, release the parking brake while depressing the foot brake pedal).
Saving and calling the adjusted picture quality When adjusting Camera, you can store the settings made for “Adjusting Brightness, Color, and Contrast”. 4 Touch [ ] to return to the main application screen. Touch [ ] to return to the previous screen. • Immediately after changing the settings of General Setup (While the system is writing data automatically) do not turn the ignition key to OFF. Otherwise, the settings may not be changed.
Text Scroll Setting Setting the Scroll The text messages in the audio screen are scrolled. Setting item: Text Scroll Setting contents: OFF (Initial setting) / ON OFF: Turns off the scroll mode. ON: Turns on the Auto scroll mode. Scroll display is repeated while the vehicle is parked. Key Sound Setting Adjusting the Operating Sound You can change the volume of the sound heard when a button is touched.
Initializing the System You can initialize all data, to restore the factory settings. Remove the USB Flash memory, from the system before operation Setting item: Clear All Settings 1 2 1 Touch [ ] on the Home screen. The Setup main screen is displayed. 2 Touch [Application]. The Application Setup screen appears. 3 Select the desired item. If “ ” appears, there is another hierarchy level. Touch the desired item. If “ ” does not appear, proceed to step 4. Touch [RESET] of “Clear All Settings”.
Adjusting the Rear Camera Guide Camera Interrupt Setting (Power OFF Mode) (Rear Camera Only) If you select “Rear,” you can adjust the camera guide position. You can set whether to display the rear camera image when the gear lever is moved to the reverse (R) position while the unit is turned off. You can select this item only when Camera Select is “Rear.” Setting item: Guide Adjustment 1 Touch [Guide Adjustment]. The camera guide adjustment screen is displayed.
Apple CarPlay Setting [Apple CarPlay] is selected on the Application setup menu in step 3. Refer to “Application Setup Operation” (page 22). Setting the WLAN ON/OFF You can enjoy wireless connection between iLX-107 and iPhone instead of USB connection in Apple CarPlay mode. Setting item: WLAN Setting contents: OFF / ON (Initial setting) OFF: ON: WLAN function is not available. WLAN function is available. At this time, an iPhone can be connected to this unit via WLAN.
iDataLink Operation This unit allows communication with the vehicle’s iDataLink module, when available. This data gives status on various vehicle modes as well as the ability to control certain vehicle operations. When you use iDataLink mode, set each setting to “ON” in “Setting the Source Category” (page 23). 3 Adjust or confirm the item/information accordingly. • Operable functions and displays may differ depending on the vehicle.
Vehicle Information screen example Parking Sensor Camera interlock screen example (Rear camera) You can check for open doors, check the tire pressure, the battery life, etc. for the vehicle. You can check for obstacles through an interlocked camera image by connecting a Front or Rear Camera. About Parking Sensor screen The Parking sensor screen turns on when the front or rear sensor on your vehicle detects an obstacle within a certain distance.
When changing the name: Touch the icon name, then input characters into Edit Name (Keypad). You can also select a basic name from the [Template] of the Keypad. (When a basic name is selected from the Template, the icon will be changed according to the basic name.) When changing the layout of the switches: Drag and drop an icon to the desired location. To revert to a default icon: Touch the check box “ ” of the icon that you want to revert to default, and then touch [Reset].
Information Product Software Update This product uses software that can be updated through a Flash Memory device. Download the software from the Alpine website and update the product using the Flash Memory device. Updating this product Check the Alpine website for details on updating. http://www.alpine-usa.com Important information on the software About the software license of the product The software installed in the product contains opensource software.
Audio/Visual Connected USB Device is not supported. • An iPhone that is not supported by the unit is connected. - Connect an iPhone that is supported by the unit. - Reset the iPhone. • A USB device that is not supported by the unit is connected. - Attempt to connect another Flash Memory device. • Communication error. - Turn the ignition key off, and then set to ON again. - Check the display by reconnecting between the iPhone and the unit, using the Lightning to USB Cable.
Installation and Connections Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following and pages 5 to 6 of this manual thoroughly for proper use. Caution HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS. Warning MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS. The wiring and installation of this unit requires special technical skill and experience. To ensure safety, always contact the dealer where you purchased this product to have the work done.
Mounting the Microphone. Installation Note on installation • Do not block the unit’s fan, which would prevent air circulation. If blocked, heat will accumulate inside the unit and may cause a fire. Air Ventialtion hole Rear of the Unit For safe use, make sure of the following: • Location is stable and firm. • Driver’s view and operations are not obstructed. • Microphone is located where the driver’s voice can be easily picked up (for example, on the sun visor).
Fix the Cables etc. Fix the cables carefully. Do not damage them by tucking them into movable parts, such as a seat rail, or by locating them against sharp or pointed edges.
Connection Diagram of SPST Switch (sold separately) (If the ACC power supply is not available) ACC (Red) iLX-107 SPST SW (Optional) FUSE (5A) (Optional) BATTERY (Yellow) FUSE (20A) (Optional) Battery • If your vehicle has no ACC power supply, add a SPST (Single-Pole, Single-Throw) switch (sold separately) and fuse (sold separately). • The diagram and the fuse amperage shown above are in the case when iLX-107 is used individually.
Connections Vehicle Antenna GPS Antenna (Included) SPEED SENSOR (Green/White) CAMERA IDATALINK I/F AUX INPUT REMO (Blue/White) Interface cable REVERSE (Orange/White) P.
Radio Antenna Receptacle Switched Power Lead (Ignition) (Red) Connect this lead to an open terminal on the vehicle’s fuse box or another unused power source that provides (+) 12V only when the ignition is turned on or in the accessory position. GPS Antenna Receptacle Connect to GPS antenna (Included). Speed Sensor Lead (Green/White) Improper connection of the speed pulse line may cause important safety features of the vehicle to fail (such as the brakes or air bags).
System Example Connection of an iPhone* iPhone* (Sold separately) USB Connector USB Extension Cable (Included) Lightning to USB Cable (Included with iPhone) * About iPhone models usable with this unit, refer to Apple CarPlay section (page 12). • Do not leave an iPhone in a vehicle for a long time. Heat and humidity may damage the iPhone and you may not be able to play it again.
Connection of an External device CAN I/F OUT Connector To Video Output Terminal (Yellow) (Red) DVD Player,etc (sold separately) (White) To Audio Output Terminal 1 Video/Audio Input Connector (AUX INPUT) 3 RCA Extension Cable (Sold Separately) • When you use this connector, an optional AV/RCA interface cable should be used. For details, refer to 2.
Connection of an External Amplifier Power Supply Connector PRE OUT Connector REMO REMOTE ON (Blue/White) (Blue/White) Amplifier 4 ch (Sold separately) Input Front speakers Input Rear speakers REMOTE ON (Blue/White) Input Subwoofer Amplifier for subwoofer (Sold separately) 1 Front Output RCA Connectors RED is right and WHITE is left. 3 Subwoofer RCA Connectors 4 RCA Extension Cable (Sold separately) 2 Rear Output RCA Connectors RED is right and WHITE is left.
Connection of camera CAN I/F Connector To Video Output terminal Camera with RCA video output (sold separately) CAMERA Cable 1 CAMERA Input Connector HCE-C155, etc. 2 RCA Extension Cable (sold separately) • When a rear camera is used, make sure REVERSE cable is connected correctly.
LIMITED WARRANTY ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. (“Alpine”), is dedicated to quality craftsmanship and is pleased to offer this Warranty. We suggest that you read it thoroughly. Should you have any questions, please contact your Dealer or contact Alpine at one of the telephone numbers listed below. PRODUCTS COVERED: This Warranty covers Car Audio Products and Related Accessories (“the product”). Products purchased in the Canada are covered only in the Canada. Products purchased in the U.S.A.
About the Rules of Bluetooth Electromagnetic Radiation Regulation USA/Canada FCC/IC CAUTION This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.