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2DIN CD/USB RECEIVER WITH ADVANCED BLUETOOTH

CDE-W265BT
CD/USB RECEIVER WITH ADVANCED BLUETOOTH

CDE-164BT

• OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
• MODE D’EMPLOI
Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil.
• MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
Léalo antes de utilizar este equipo.

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ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC.
19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance,
California 90501, U.S.A.
Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)
Designed by ALPINE Japan
68-24567Z92-B

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.
(RCS PONTOISE B 338 101 280)
98, Rue de la Belle Etoile, Z.I. Paris Nord Il,
B.P. 50016, 95945 Roissy Charles de Gaulle
Cedex, France
Phone +33-(0)1-48638989

ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH
Wilhelm-Wagenfeld-Str. 1-3, 80807 München, Germany
Phone 089-32 42 640

ALPINE ELECTRONICS DE ESPAÑA, S.A.
Portal de Gamarra 36, Pabellón, 32
01013 Vitoria (Alava)-APDO 133, Spain
Phone 945-283588

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD.
Alpine House
Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K.
www.alpine.co.uk

Contents
Operating Instructions
WARNING
WARNING ....................................................... 6
CAUTION ........................................................ 6
PRECAUTIONS ............................................... 6

Getting Started
Accessory List ...............................................................9
Turning Power On and Off.......................................9
Demonstration Function..........................................9
Turning the Demonstration mode Off ............9
Source Selection..........................................................9
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel
(Only for CDE-164BT).................................................9
Detaching ..................................................................9
Attaching ................................................................ 10
Initial System Start-Up............................................ 10
Adjusting Volume .................................................... 10
Setting the Dimmer Control................................. 10
Setting Time............................................................... 10

Radio
Listening to Radio.................................................... 11
Presetting Stations Manually............................... 12
Presetting Stations Automatically...................... 12
Tuning to Preset Stations ...................................... 12
Frequency Search Function.................................. 12

RBDS
PTY (Program Type) Tuning.................................. 12
Displaying Radio Text ............................................. 13

CD/MP3/WMA
Playback ...................................................................... 13
Repeat and Random Play ..................................... 14
Searching for CD Text ............................................. 14
Folder/File Name Search
(concerning MP3/WMA) ........................................ 14
Folder Name Search mode ............................... 14
File Name Search mode..................................... 14
Search Position Memory ....................................... 15
About MP3/WMA ..................................................... 15
Terminology........................................................... 16

ENGLISH
Sound Setting
Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/
Treble Level/Balance (Between Left and Right)/
Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Defeat...........16
Sound Setting ............................................................17
Equalizer Presets ...................................................17
Setting BASS ENGINE SQ ON/OFF ..................17
Displaying the BASS ENGINE SQ
PARAMETER ............................................................17
Adjusting the Parametric Equalizer Curve
(9BAND P-EQ).........................................................17
Adjusting the Frequency (CENTER FRQ) ............18
Setting the Bandwidth (WIDTH (Q)) ....................18
Adjusting the Level....................................................18

Setting the Source Volume Level....................18
Adjusting the Crossover Settings
(X-OVER)...................................................................18
Selecting the Cut-Off Frequency
(FREQUENCY)...............................................................18
Adjusting the Slope (SLOPE) ..................................18
Adjusting the Level (LEVEL) ....................................18

Turning Subwoofer ON/OFF.............................18
Setting the Subwoofer Phase...........................19
Setting the Subwoofer System ........................19
Setting the Time Correction Unit
(LENGTH) .................................................................19
Adjusting the Time Correction (TCR).............19
External Device......................................................19
Connecting to an External Amplifier
(POWER IC)....................................................................19

Setting the Media Xpander mode..................20
BASS ENGINE SQ Function.....................................20
Switching BASS ENGINE SQ mode .................20
Adjusting BASS ENGINE SQ Level ...................20
About Time Correction ...........................................20
Example 1. Listening Position:
Front Left Seat........................................................20
Example 2. Listening Position: All Seats .......21
About the Crossover................................................22

Other Functions
Displaying the Text...................................................24
About “Text” ...........................................................24
Using the Front AUX Input Terminal..................25
Option Menu Setting ..............................................25
Applying TuneIt.........................................................26
Adjusting the sound via the Smartphone ...26
Facebook Notification Function......................26
Receiving Notification ..............................................26
Displaying Notification List.....................................26

3-EN

Contents
SETUP
Setting.......................................................................... 27
General Setting..................................................... 27
Setting the Clock Display (CLOCK MODE) .........27
Turning the Clock Display ON/OFF ......................27
Setting the AUX SETUP mode................................27
Setting the AUX NAME mode ................................28
Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT MUTE) ............28
Playing MP3/WMA Data (PLAY MODE) ...............28
Setting the stay on mode........................................28
Demonstration............................................................28

Display Setting...................................................... 28
Changing Lighting Color .........................................28
Dimmer Control ..........................................................29
Scroll Setting (TEXTSCROLL) ..................................29
Scroll Type Setting .....................................................29

Tuner Setting ......................................................... 29
Setting the TUNER (FM) frequency step
(TUNER FREQ) ..............................................................29
Setting the TUNER (FM) tone quality
(FM SET) .........................................................................29

iPod Setting ........................................................... 29
iPod/iPhone Search Mode Setting.......................29

Application Setting (APP) ................................. 29
Setting the communication mode with a
Smartphone (ALPINE APP)......................................29
Setting the TTS (Text To Speech) volume..........30

BT Hands Free Calling
Setup Before Using.................................................. 30
About Bluetooth® ................................................ 30
Before Using Bluetooth Function................... 31
How to connect to a Bluetooth compatible
device (Pairing) ..................................................... 31
For Bluetooth compatible device with SSP
(Secure Simple Pairing) ............................................31
For Bluetooth compatible device without SSP
(Secure Simple Pairing) ............................................31
Auto pairing with an iPod/iPhone........................31

Bluetooth SETUP ...................................................... 31
Setting the Bluetooth Connection
(BT IN) ....................................................................... 31
Setting the Auto Pairing with
iPod/iPhone ........................................................... 32
Setting the Bluetooth Device .......................... 32
Setting the Visible Mode ................................... 32
Setting the Bluetooth sound quality ............ 32
Adjusting the volume (SOURCE VOL) .................32
Sound Auto setting (TYPE SET).............................32

Setting the caller information display
ON/OFF.................................................................... 33

4-EN

ENGLISH
Setting the Phone Book Update .....................33
Setting the Phone Book Auto Update ON/OFF
(AUTO) ............................................................................33
Setting the Phone Book Manual Update ON/OFF
(MANUAL)......................................................................33

Changing the Phone book List Order ...........33
Selecting the output speaker...........................33
Displaying the firmware version .....................33
Updating the firmware .......................................33
Hands-Free Phone Control....................................33
About the Hands-Free Phone...........................33
Answering a Call ...................................................34
Hanging up the Telephone ...............................34
Calling.......................................................................34
Redialing a Number In Outgoing History..........34
Dialing a Number In Incoming History...............34
Dialing a Number In Incoming Missed Call
History ............................................................................34
Dialing a Number In The Phone Book.................34
Phone book Alphabet Search Function .............34

Voice Control Operation ....................................35
Call waiting function ...........................................35
Preset a number in the Phone Menu
(Shortcut dial) ........................................................35
Dialing the preset number................................35
Adjusting the volume when receiving a
Call .............................................................................35
Muting the microphone input quickly
(Voice Mute) ...........................................................35
Call Switching Operation...................................36
Bluetooth Audio Operation ..................................36
Recalling the Bluetooth Audio Mode............36
Selecting the desired Song ..............................36
Pausing.....................................................................36
Selecting the desired Group.............................36
Searching for a desired song............................36

Flash Memory (optional)
Playback MP3/WMA Files from Flash Memory
(optional) .....................................................................37
About MP3/WMA File of Flash Memory ...........37

iPod/iPhone (optional)
Connecting an iPod/iPhone..................................38
Setting the iPod Control.........................................39
Playback .......................................................................39
Searching for a desired Song ...............................39
Direct Search Function ...........................................40
Select Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/Composer/
Episode.........................................................................40
Alphabet Search Function.....................................40

Contents
Search Position Memory ....................................... 40
Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.) ................................ 41
Repeat Play................................................................. 41
Displaying the Text.................................................. 41

Pandora® internet radio (Optional)
Listening to Pandora® ............................................ 42
“Thumbs” Feedback................................................ 42
Searching for a Desired Station .......................... 42
Shuffle .......................................................................... 43
Bookmarking a Desired Song or Artist............. 43
Creating a New Station .......................................... 43
Search Position Memory ....................................... 43
Changing the Display ............................................. 44

ENGLISH
Information
In Case of Difficulty ..................................................50
Basic...........................................................................50
Radio .........................................................................50
CD...............................................................................50
MP3/WMA ...............................................................51
Audio.........................................................................51
iPod............................................................................51
Indication for CD Player......................................51
Indication for Flash Memory ............................51
Indication for iPod Mode ...................................52
Bluetooth mode....................................................52
SiriusXM Advisory Messages ............................52
Indication for Pandora® Mode.........................53
Specifications .............................................................54

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Operation
Receiving Channels with the SiriusXM
Tuner............................................................................. 44
SiriusXM Setting ....................................................... 45
Managing Artist and Song Alerts................... 45
Setting the Favorite Sports Team Alerts ...... 45
Setting the Parental Control ............................ 46
Confirming the strength of the SiriusXM
signal ........................................................................ 46
Setting TuneStart™ .............................................. 46
Checking the SiriusXM Radio ID Number........ 46
Storing Channel Presets ........................................ 46
Tuning Channels using Presets ........................... 47
SmartFavorites Functions ..................................... 47
TuneScan™ Function........................................... 47
TuneStart™ Function........................................... 47
Storing the desired Artist and Song Alerts ..... 47
Receiving and Tuning to an Alert....................... 48
Search Function........................................................ 48
Searching by Channel ........................................ 48
Searching by Category....................................... 48
Searching by My Music ...................................... 48
Searching by My Games.................................... 48
Searching by Featured Favorites™ ................. 48
Using Jump Memory and Jump Recall
function ....................................................................... 49
Replay Function........................................................ 49
Parental Lock Function........................................... 49
iTunes radio tagging............................................... 49
Changing the Display ............................................. 50

Installation and Connections
WARNING .................................................... 55
CAUTION...................................................... 55
PRECAUTIONS ............................................. 55
Installation ..................................................................56
Removal ...................................................................57
Mounting the Microphone....................................57
Connections ...............................................................58

LIMITED WARRANTY

5-EN

Operating Instructions
WARNING
WARNING
This symbol means important instructions. Failure
to heed them can result in serious injury or death.
DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR ATTENTION AWAY
FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE.
Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be
performed after coming to a complete stop. Always stop the vehicle
in a safe location before performing these functions. Failure to do so
may result in an accident.

KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL HEAR OUTSIDE
NOISES WHILE DRIVING.
Excessive volume levels that obscure sounds such as emergency
vehicle sirens or road warning signals (train crossings, etc.) can be
dangerous and may result in an accident. LISTENING AT LOUD
VOLUME LEVELS IN A CAR MAY ALSO CAUSE HEARING
DAMAGE.

CAUTION
This symbol means important instructions. Failure
to heed them can result in injury or material
property damage.
HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS.
Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the
product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest
Alpine Service Center for repairing.

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.

Temperature
Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +60°C
(+140°F) and −10°C (+14°F) before turning your unit on.

Moisture Condensation

Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of
the vehicle and cause an accident.

You may notice the CD playback sound wavering due to
condensation. If this happens, remove the disc from the player and
wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate.

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.

Damaged Disc

Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.

Do not attempt to play cracked, warped, or damaged discs. Playing
a bad disc could severely damage the playback mechanism.

MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING.

USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND.
(Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do so may
result in fire, etc.

KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed, consult
a physician immediately.

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.

USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS.
Use for other than its designed application may result in fire,
electric shock or other injury.

DO NOT PLACE HANDS, FINGERS OR FOREIGN OBJECTS IN INSERTION
SLOTS OR GAPS.
Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the product.

6-EN

Maintenance
If you have problems, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself.
Return it to your Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Station
for servicing.

Never Attempt the Following
Do not grip or pull out the disc while it is being pulled back into the
player by the automatic reloading mechanism.
Do not attempt to insert a disc into the unit when the unit power is
off.

Inserting Discs

Disc Cleaning

Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not
attempt to load more than one disc.
Make sure the label side is facing up when you insert the disc.
“ERROR” will be displayed on your player if you insert a disc
incorrectly. If “ERROR” continues to be displayed even though the
disc has been inserted correctly, push the RESET switch with a
pointed object such as a ballpoint pen.
Playing a disc while driving on a very bumpy road may result in
skips, but this will not scratch the disc or damage the player.

Fingerprints, dust, or soil on the surface of the disc could cause the
CD player to skip. For routine cleaning, wipe the playing surface
with a clean, soft cloth from the center of the disc to the outer edge.
If the surface is heavily soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a
solution of mild neutral detergent before cleaning the disc.

New Discs
To prevent the CD from jamming, “ERROR” is displayed if discs
with irregular surfaces are inserted or if discs are inserted
incorrectly. When a new disc is ejected immediately after initial
loading, use your finger to feel around the inside of the center hole
and outside edge of the disc. If you feel any small bumps or
irregularities, this could inhibit proper loading of the disc. To
remove the bumps, rub the inside edge of the hole and outside edge
of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other such instrument, and then
insert the disc again.
Center Hole

Bumps

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 cause the disc to be out of standard
specifications and may create operational problems. We
recommend not using these accessories on discs played in Alpine
CD players.

Center Hole
New Disc

Outside
(Bumps)

Transparent Sheet

Disc Stabilizer

On handling Compact Discs (CD/CD-R/CD-RW)

Irregular Shaped Discs
Be sure to use round discs only for this unit and never use any
special shaped discs.
Use of special shape discs may cause damage to the mechanism.

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Do not touch the surface.
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
Do not affix stickers or labels.
Clean the disc when it is dusty.
Make sure that there are no bumps around the disc.
Do not use commercially available disc accessories.

Do not leave the disc in the car or the unit for a long time. Never
expose the disc to direct sunlight. Heat and humidity may damage
the CD and you may not be able to play it again.

Installation Location
Make sure this unit will not be installed in a location subjected to:
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Direct sun and heat
High humidity and water
Excessive dust
Excessive vibrations

To customers using CD-R/CD-RW
• If a CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back, make sure the last
recording session was closed (finalized).
• Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW if necessary, and attempt playback again.

About media that can be played
Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo
marks below.

Correct Handling
Do not drop the disc while handling. Hold the disc so you will not
leave fingerprints on the surface. Do not affix tape, paper, or
gummed labels to the disc. Do not write on the disc.

INCORRECT

CORRECT

If you use non-standard compact discs, correct performance cannot
be guaranteed.
You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordables)/CD-RWs
(CD-ReWritables) which have been recorded only on audio devices.
You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3/WMA
formatted audio files.

CORRECT

• Some of the following CDs may not play on this unit:
Flawed CDs, CDs with fingerprints, CDs exposed to extreme
temperatures or sunlight (e.g., left in the car or this unit), CDs
recorded under unstable conditions, CDs on which a recording failed
or a re-recording was attempted, copy-protected CDs which do not
conform to the audio CD industry standard.

7-EN

• Use discs with compressed audio files written in a format compatible
with this unit. For details, refer to “About MP3/WMA” on page 15.
• Data files, other than audio, on the disc are ignored and are not
played back.

Protecting the USB Port
• Only USB Flash Memory devices or iPod/iPhone can be connected to
the USB port on this unit. Correct performance using other USB
products cannot be guaranteed. A USB hub is not supported.
• Depending on the shape or size of a USB device, it may not be
connected to the USB terminal of this unit-a USB extension (sold
separately) is recommended for this connection.
For CDE-164BT, also avoid connecting Flash Memory and Front Aux
at the same time.
• If a USB device is inserted in the unit, it projects out and may be a
danger while driving.
Use a commercially available USB extension cable, and connect it in a
safe way.
• Depending on the connected Flash Memory device, the unit may not
function or some functions may not be performed.
• The audio file format that can be played back on the unit is MP3/
WMA.
• Artist/song name, etc., can be displayed, however some characters
may not be correctly displayed.

On Handling USB Flash Memory

CAUTION
Alpine accepts no responsibility for lost data, etc., even if data,
etc., is lost while using this product.
• To prevent malfunction or damage, note the following points.
Read the Flash Memory Owner’s Manual thoroughly.
• Fix the Flash Memory in a location where driver operation will not be
hindered.
• Flash Memory may not function correctly at high or low temperature.
• Use only certified USB Flash Memory Devices. Please pay attention
that even certified Flash Memory, may not function correctly
depending on its type or state.
• Flash Memory function is not guaranteed. Use Flash Memory
according to the terms of agreement.
• Depending on the settings of the Flash Memory type, memory state
or encoding software, the unit may not play back or display properly.
• A file that is copy-protected (copyright protection) cannot be played
back.
• Flash Memory may take time to start playback. If there is a particular
file other than audio in the Flash Memory, it may take considerable
time before the file is played back or searched.
• The unit can play back “mp3” or “wma” file extensions.
• Do not add the above extensions to a file other than audio data. This
non-audio data will not be recognized. The resulting playback may
contain noise that can damage speakers and/or amplifiers.
• It is recommended to back up important data on a personal
computer.
• Do not remove the USB device while playback is in progress. Change
SOURCE to something other than USB, and then remove the USB
device to prevent possible damage to its memory.

8-EN

• Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks, or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
• iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone,” mean that an electronic
accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or
iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the
operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, or
iPhone may affect wireless performance.
• The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Alpine Electronics, Inc. is under licence.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer
IIS and Thomson. Supply of this product only conveys a licence for
private, non-commercial use and does not convey a licence nor
imply any right to use this product in any commercial (i.e.
revenue-generation) real time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite,
cable and/or any other media), broadcasting/streaming via internet,
intranets and/or other networks or in other electronic content
distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand
applications. An independent licence for such use is required. For
details, please visit http://www.mp3licensing.com
• Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used
with permission. Pandora is currently available in the U.S.,
Australia and New Zealand.
• Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of
SiriusXM Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
• Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
• The Android robot is reproduced or modified from work created and
shared by Google and used according to terms described in the
Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.
• BlackBerry®, RIM®, Research In Motion® and related trademarks,
names and logos are the property of Research In Motion Limited
and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the
world. Used under license from Research In Motion Limited.

Note

Getting Started

• The first time power is turned on, the volume will start from level 0.

Demonstration Function

 CDE-W265BT
/DIM.

This unit will enter a demonstration mode to display its various
functions. When Demo mode is set to ON (initial setting), the unit starts
the demonstration if there is no operation for 30 seconds.

Turning the Demonstration mode Off
There are two methods to close the demonstration mode.
Method 1:
When installing this unit in a car for the first time, the DEMO OFF screen
will be displayed for 20 seconds after turning on the unit. Press
ENTER within 20 seconds to put the demonstration mode into
STANDBY*.
Method 2:
Setting DEMO MODE to STANDBY* or OFF*.

/SETUP

/

/SOURCE

* For details about STANDBY and OFF, please refer to “Demonstration”
on page 28.

 /ENTER
Rotary encoder

 CDE-164BT
/SETUP

Rotary encoder
 /ENTER

Source Selection
/DIM.

Press VSOURCE to change the source.
TUNER  SIRIUS XM*1  DISC  USB AUDIO/iPod*2 
BT AUDIO*3  PANDORA*4  AUXILIARY*5  TUNER

/
/SOURCE

Accessory List
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Head Unit ..................................................................................1
Power Cable ..............................................................................1
Microphone ..............................................................................1
Mounting Sleeve ......................................................................1
Carrying Case* ..........................................................................1
Bracket Key ...............................................................................2
Screw (M5 × 8) ..........................................................................4
Owner’s Manual..................................................................1 set

*1 Displayed only when a SiriusXM Tuner is connected.
*2 Displayed only when the iPod/iPhone is connected.
*3 Displayed only when BT IN is set to ON, refer to “Setting the
Bluetooth Connection (BT IN)” on page 31.
*4 Not displayed when ALPINE APP is set to OFF, refer to “Setting
the communication mode with a Smartphone (ALPINE APP)”
on page 29.
*5 Refer to “Using the Front AUX Input Terminal” on page 25.

Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel
(Only for CDE-164BT)
Detaching

* Only for CDE-164BT.

Turning Power On and Off
Press t to turn on the unit.
Note

Notes

• The unit can be turned on by pressing any other button except  and
e* (Release).

• The front panel may become hot in normal usage (especially the
connector terminals on the back of the front panel). This is not a
malfunction.
• To protect the front panel, place it in the supplied carrying case.
• When detaching the front panel, do not apply excessive force as it may
result in malfunction.

* Only for CDE-164BT.

Press and hold t for at least 2 seconds to turn off the
unit.

9-EN

Attaching

Setting the Dimmer Control
Press and hold DIM. for at least 2 seconds repeatedly to
select the DIMMER mode.
DIMMER AUTO  DIMMER ON  DIMMER OFF  DIMMER AUTO
DIMMER AUTO mode:
Decrease the illumination brightness of the unit’s buttons with the
head lights of the vehicle ON. This mode decreases the unit’s
backlighting in sync with headlight usage.
DIMMER ON mode:
Keep the illumination brightness of the backlighting dimmed.
DIMMER OFF mode:
Keep the illumination brightness of the backlighting bright.

Notes
• Before attaching the front panel, make sure that there is no dirt or dust
on the connector terminals and no foreign object between the front
panel and the main unit.
• Attach the front panel carefully, holding the sides of the front panel to
avoid pushing buttons by mistake.

Note
• The setting items are the same as DISPLAY setting in SETUP mode.
For details, refer to “Dimmer Control” on page 29.

Setting Time
Initial System Start-Up
Be sure to press the RESET switch when using the unit for the first time,
after changing the car battery, etc.

1
2

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RESET switch

Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds to
activate the SETUP selection mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select GENERAL, and then
press ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the CLOCK ADJ mode,
and then press ENTER.
The time indication will blink.

4
5
6

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Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the hours while the
time indication is blinking.
When the hour has been adjusted, press ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the minutes while the
time indication is blinking.
Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds to return
to normal mode.

Notes
RESET switch

Adjusting Volume
Turn the Rotary encoder until the desired sound is
obtained.

10-EN

• To synchronize the clock to another clock/watch or radio time
announcement, press and hold ENTER for at least 2 seconds after
setting the “hour”. Minutes will reset to “00”. If the display shows over
“30” minutes when you do this, the time will advance one hour.
• Pressing t will return to the previous mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to
normal mode automatically.

Controllable with Remote Control
This unit can be controlled with an optional Alpine remote control.
For details, consult your Alpine dealer.
Point the optional remote control transmitter at the remote control
sensor.

Radio
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Preset buttons
(1 through 3)

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Remote control sensor

Preset buttons
(4 through 6)

/BAND




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TUNE/A.ME

Remote control sensor

/SOURCE
 /ENTER
Rotary encoder

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/SOURCE Rotary encoder

 /ENTER

Connectable to Remote Control Interface Box
With an optional Alpine Steering Wheel Remote Control Interface
Box (not included), this unit is controllable from the vehicles
steering wheel controls. For details, contact your Alpine dealer.

/BAND


TUNE/A.ME

Preset buttons
(1 through 6)

Listening to Radio

1
2

Press VSOURCE to select TUNER mode.
Press OBAND repeatedly until the desired radio band
is displayed.
FM1  FM2  AM  FM1

Press TUNEA.ME to select the tuning mode.
DX SEEK (Distance mode)  LOCAL SEEK (Local mode) 
MANUAL (Manual mode)  DX SEEK

Note
• The initial mode is Distance mode.
Distance mode:
Both strong and weak stations will be automatically tuned in
(Automatic Seek Tuning).
Local mode:
Only strong stations will be automatically tuned in (Automatic
Seek Tuning).
Manual mode:
The frequency is manually tuned in steps (Manual tuning).

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Press  or  to tune in the desired station.

RBDS

Holding down  or  will change the frequency
continuously.

Presetting Stations Manually

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While receiving the station that you want to store, press
and hold, for at least 2 seconds, any one of the preset
buttons (1 through 6) into which you wish to store the
station.
The display shows the band, preset number and station
frequency memorized.

Notes
• A total of 18 stations can be stored in the preset memory (6 stations for
each band; FM1, FM2 and AM).
• If you store a station in a preset memory which already has a station,
the current station will be cleared and replaced with the new station.

Presetting Stations Automatically

 /ENTER/OPTION
Rotary encoder

1
2

Press OBAND repeatedly until the desired radio band
is displayed.

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 /ENTER/OPTION
Rotary encoder

Press and hold TUNEA.ME for at least 2 seconds.
The frequency on the display continues to change while the
automatic memory is in progress. The tuner will automatically
seek and store 6 strong stations in the selected band. They will
be stored into preset buttons 1 to 6 in order of signal strength.
When the automatic memory has been completed, the tuner
goes to the station stored in preset location No.1.

Note
• If no stations are stored, the tuner will return to the original station you
were listening to before the auto memory procedure began.

Tuning to Preset Stations
Select the band, and then press any one of the station
preset buttons (1 through 6) that has your desired radio
station in memory.

PTY (Program Type) Tuning

The display shows the band, preset number and frequency of
the station selected.

Frequency Search Function
You can search for a radio station by its frequency.

1
2
3

The RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data System) is a radio information
system.

Press ENTER in Radio mode to activate Frequency
search mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired frequency.
Press ENTER to receive the selected frequency.

Note
• Press t in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode will be
canceled if no operation is performed for 60 seconds.

12-EN

2
3
4

Press and hold ENTEROPTION for at least 2 seconds
while the unit is in Radio (FM receiving) mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select PTY SELECT, and then
press ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to choose the desired program
type while the PTY (program type) is being displayed.
Press ENTER after selecting the program type to start
searching for a station in the selected program type.
The chosen program type display blinks during searching and
lights when a station is found.
If no PTY station is found, “NO PTY” will be displayed for 5
seconds.

Displaying Radio Text

CD/MP3/WMA

Text messages from a radio station can be displayed.

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Press k while receiving FM in the radio mode to select
the Radio Text display.

Preset buttons
(1 through 3)



The display will change every time the button is pressed. For
details, refer to “Displaying the Text” on page 24.





Preset buttons
(4 through 6)


/SOURCE
 /ENTER
Rotary encoder

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/SOURCE Rotary encoder

 /ENTER






Preset buttons
(1 through 6)

Playback

Insert a disc with the label side facing up.
The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically.

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Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired track, and
then press ENTER.
This will play the selected track.

Notes

Note
• When a disc is already inserted, press VSOURCE to switch to the
DISC mode.

2
3

While playing back MP3/WMA, press  or  to select the
desired folder.
Press  or  to select the desired track (file).
Pressing and holding  or  will fast backward/fast
forward track continuously.

• Do not remove a CD during its eject cycle. Do not load more than one
disc at a time. A malfunction may result from doing either.
• Three-inch (8 cm) CDs cannot be used.
• Any file protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) copy
protection, cannot be played back on this unit.
• The track display for MP3/WMA data playback is the file numbers
recorded on the disc.
• The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR
(Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back.

Repeat and Random Play
During playback, Press M or L repeatedly until the
setting appears.
REPEAT ONE:
Track/file is played back repeatedly.
REPEAT FOLDER*:
Files in a folder are played back repeatedly.
MIX FOLDER*:
Files in a folder are played back randomly.
MIX ALL:
All files in the disc or Flash Memory are played back randomly.

* When MP3/WMA files are played back.

Folder and file names may be searched and displayed during playback.

Folder Name Search mode

To eject the disc, press .

Notes

Folder/File Name Search
(concerning MP3/WMA)

To pause playback, press .
Pressing  again will resume playback.

• Press any of the preset buttons (1 through 6) during a search to skip
over a calculated percentage of tracks. For details, refer to “Direct
Search Function” on page 40.
• Press t in the search mode to cancel. Or, the search mode is canceled
if no operation is performed for 60 seconds.
• When CD Text Search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play
mode will be canceled.

To cancel repeat or M.I.X. play, select (OFF) with the above
procedure.

Notes
• a indicator lights up during repeat play mode.
• s indicator lights up during random play mode.

2
3
4

During MP3/WMA playback, press ENTER to activate
the search mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select Folder Name Search
mode, and then press ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired folder.
Press and hold ENTER for at least 2 seconds to play
back the first file in the selected folder.

Notes
• Press any of the preset buttons (1 through 6) during a Folder Name
search to skip over a calculated percentage of folders. For details, refer to
“Direct Search Function” on page 40.
• Press t in the search mode to return to the previous mode.
Or, the search mode is canceled if no operation is performed for
60 seconds.
• To search for files in the Folder Name Search mode, press ENTER.
Files in the folder may be searched.
• The root folder is displayed as “\ROOT”.
• When Folder Name Search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play
mode will be canceled.

File Name Search mode

1
2
3
4

During MP3/WMA playback, press ENTER to activate
the search mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select File Name Search mode,
and then press ENTER.
Select the desired file by turning the Rotary encoder.
Press ENTER to play back the selected file.

Notes

Searching for CD Text
On discs utilizing CD Text, songs can be searched and played by using
their recorded titles. For discs without CD Text, searches are made using
the track numbers associated with each song.

Press ENTER during play.

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• Press any of the preset buttons (1 through 6) during a File name
search to skip over a calculated percentage of files. For details, refer to
“Direct Search Function” on page 40.
• Press t in the search mode to return to the previous mode.
Or, the search mode is canceled if no operation is performed for
60 seconds.
• When File Name Search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play
mode will be canceled.

Search Position Memory
During playback, you can quickly return to the last-selected hierarchy
level in the search mode.

Press t.
The hierarchy you selected last in the search mode is displayed.

About MP3/WMA
CAUTION
Except for private use, duplicating audio data (including MP3/
WMA data) or distributing, transferring, or copying it, whether
for free or for a fee, without permission of the copyright holder is
strictly prohibited by the Copyright Act and by international
treaty.
What is MP3?
MP3, whose official name is “MPEG Audio Layer 3,” is a compression
standard prescribed by the ISO, the International Standardization
Organization and MPEG which is a joint activity institution of the IEC.
MP3 files contain compressed audio data. MP3 encoding is capable of
compressing audio data at extremely high ratios, reducing the size of
music files to as much as one-tenth their original size. This is achieved
while still maintaining near CD quality. The MP3 format realizes such
high compression ratios by eliminating the sounds that are either
inaudible to the human ear or masked by other sounds.
What is WMA?
WMA, or “Windows Media™ Audio,” is compressed audio data.
WMA is similar to MP3 audio data.

Producing MP3/WMA discs
MP3/WMA files are prepared, then written to a CD-R or CD-RW using
CD-R writing software. A disc can hold up to 509 files/255 folders.
Playback may not be performed if a disc exceeds the limitations
described above.
Media supported
The media that this device can play back are CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and
CD-RWs.
Corresponding File Systems
This device supports discs formatted with ISO9660 Level 1 or Level 2.
Under the ISO9660 standard, there are some restrictions to remember.
The maximum nested folder depth is 8 (including the root directory).
The number of characters for a folder/file name is limited.
Valid characters for folder/file names are letters A-Z (all caps), numbers
0-9, and ‘_’ (underscore).
This device also can play back discs in Joliet, Romeo, etc., and other
standards that conform to ISO9660. However, sometimes the file
names, folder names, etc., are not displayed correctly.
Formats supported
This device supports CD-ROM XA, Mixed Mode CD, Enhanced CD
(CD-Extra) and Multi-Session.
This device cannot correctly play back discs recorded with Track At
Once or packet writing.
Order of files
Files are played back in the order that the writing software writes them
to the disc. Therefore, the playback order may not be what is expected.
Verify the writing order in the software’s documentation. The playback
order of the folders and files is as follows.

Root folder

Method for creating MP3/WMA files
Audio data is compressed using software with MP3/WMA codecs. For
details on creating MP3/WMA files, refer to the user’s manual for that
software.
MP3/WMA files that are playable on this device have the file extensions
“mp3” / “wma”. Files with no extension cannot be played back (WMA
ver. 7.1, 8 and 9 are supported). Protected files are not supported.
Confirm that the software being used conforms to the acceptable
formats listed above. It’s possible that the format may be unplayable
even though the extension is valid.
Supported playback sampling rates and bit rates
MP3
Sampling rates:
Bit rates:

48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 16 kHz,
12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz
8 - 320 kbps

WMA
Sampling rates:
Bit rates:

48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz
32 - 192 kbps

Folder

MP3/WMA File

This device may not play back correctly depending on sampling rates.
ID3 tags/WMA tags
This device supports ID3 tag v1 and v2, and WMA tag.
If tag data is in an MP3/WMA file, this device can display the title (track
title), artist name, and album name ID3 tag/WMA tag data.
This device can only display single-byte alphanumeric characters (up to
30 for ID3 tags and up to 15 for WMA tags) and the underscore. For
non-supported characters, “NO SUPPORT” is displayed or the character
is displayed as space.
If information contains characters other than ID3 tag information, the
audio file may not be played back.
The tag information may not be correctly displayed, depending on the
contents.

* The folder No./ folder Name will not be displayed if no readable file is
contained in the folder.

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Terminology
Bit rate
This is the “sound” compression rate specified for encoding. The higher
the bit rate, the higher the sound quality, but also the larger the files.

Sound Setting
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Sampling rate
This value shows how many times per second the data is sampled
(recorded). For example, music CDs use a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz, so
the sound is sampled (recorded) 44,100 times per second. The higher
the sampling rate, the higher the sound quality, but also the larger the
volume of data.
Encoding
Converting music CDs, WAVE (AIFF) files, and other sound files into the
specified audio compression format.
Tag
Song information such as track titles, artist names, album names, etc.,
written into MP3/WMA files.

/SETUP

Root folder
The root folder (or root directory) is found at the top of the file system.
The root folder contains all folders and files. It is created automatically
for all burned discs.

 /ENTER

BASS

Rotary encoder

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Rotary encoder
/SETUP
 /ENTER
BASS

Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/
Treble Level/Balance (Between Left and
Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/
Defeat

Press YSETUP repeatedly to choose the desired mode.
Each press changes the mode as follows:
SUBWOOFER*1/*2  BASS LEVEL*2/*3  TRE LEVEL*2/*3  BALANCE
 FADER*4  DEFEAT  VOLUME  SUBWOOFER

*1 When the subwoofer mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be
adjusted, refer to “Turning Subwoofer ON/OFF” on page 18.
*2 Not displayed when BASS ENGINE SQ mode is selected. Refer
to “Switching BASS ENGINE SQ mode” on page 20.
*3 Adjustable only when DEFEAT is OFF.
*4 Not displayed when 2WAY/3WAY system mode is set to 3WAY.
Refer to “Switching the 2WAY/3WAY system mode” on page 23.
Subwoofer

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+0 ~ +15

Bass level

−7 ~ +7

Treble level

−7 ~ +7

Balance

L15 ~ R15

Fader

R15 ~ F15

Defeat

ON/OFF

Volume

0 ~ 35

Note

Equalizer Presets

• If no operation is performed for 5 seconds, the unit automatically
returns to normal mode.

Turn the Rotary encoder until the desired sound is
obtained in each mode.

10 typical equalizer settings are preset at the factory for a variety of
musical source material. USER settings are created in the 9BAND P-EQ
mode.
USER  FLAT (Initial setting) POPS  ROCK  NEWS  JAZZ
 ELEC DANCE  HIP HOP  EASY LIS  COUNTRY 
CLASSICAL

By setting DEFEAT ON, previously adjusted level settings of BASS
and TREBLE will return to the factory defaults.

Sound Setting

Note
• The 9-Band, Parametric EQ is used to customize the EQ PRESETS
settings.

You can flexibly customize the unit to suit your own preference and
usage. From the AUDIO SETUP menu, Audio Setting can be modified.
Use steps 1 to 5 to select the category you wish to modify. For
details on how to change each setting, see the following
sections below.

1
2
3

Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds to
activate the SETUP mode.

Setting BASS ENGINE SQ ON/OFF
This function provides a short cut for BASS ENGINE SQ setting.
EQ PRESETS, 9BAND P-EQ, etc., will no longer be adjustable when ON
is set.

 Setting item: BASS ENGIN
Setting contents:
OFF (Initial setting) / ON

Turn the Rotary encoder to select AUDIO, and then press
ENTER.

OFF (MANUAL SET mode):
Adjust each audio effect setting separately.
ON (BASS ENGINE SQ mode):
Adjust BASS ENGINE SQ via a short cut.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired sound
setting menu, and then press ENTER.

Note

EQ PRESETS*1/*2/*3  BASS ENGIN*4/*5  PARAMETER*5/*6 
9BAND P-EQ*1/*3/*7  SOURCE VOL  X-OVER*1/*3 
SUBWOOFER*8  SUBW PHASE*9  SUBW SYS*3/*9  LENGTH*1
 TCR*1  POWER IC  MX SETTING*1/*3  EQ PRESETS

*1 Adjustment cannot be performed when DEFEAT is set to ON.
*2 Any changes made to either EQ PRESETS or 9BAND P-EQ are
reflected in the others’ settings.
*3 These items are not adjustable in BASS ENGINE SQ mode. If
you want to adjust these items separately, follow the confirm
message and select “YES” to exit BASS ENGINE SQ mode, then
make the setting.
*4 Not displayed when the Audio Setup mode is activated by
pressing BASS.
*5 Not displayed when 2WAY /3WAY system mode is set to 3WAY.
*6 Not displayed when BASS ENGIN is set to OFF.
*7 In step 3, after selecting a Band (BAND1 to BAND9) from
9BAND P-EQ adjustment mode. Turn the Rotary encoder to
select the desired item, and then press ENTER to continue to
step 4.
*8 This item is also related to BASS ENGINE SQ mode when you
adjust sound settings via the TuneIt App on a Smartphone.
Refer to “Adjusting the sound via the Smartphone” on page 26.
*9 These functions are inoperable when SUBWOOFER is set to
OFF.

Displaying the BASS ENGINE SQ
PARAMETER
After setting BASS ENGIN to ON, you can display the current BASS
ENGINE SQ Parameter type.

 Setting item: PARAMETER
Displaying contents:
The name of the parameter currently selected is displayed.
(INITIAL / TUNEIT A ~ TUNEIT E)

Adjusting the Parametric Equalizer Curve
(9BAND P-EQ)
You can modify the Equalizer settings to create a response curve more
appealing to your personal taste.

Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting, and then
press ENTER.
(e.g. Select SUBWOOFER ON or SUBWOOFER OFF)

• You can also set BASS ENGINE SQ ON/OFF directly by pressing and
holding BASS. Refer to “Switching BASS ENGINE SQ mode” on
page 20.

Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds to return
to normal mode.

After selecting a BAND (BAND1 ~ BAND9) from the 9BAND
P-EQ adjustment mode, turn the Rotary encoder to select
the desired setting item, and then press ENTER.
CENTER FRQ  WIDTH (Q)  LEVEL  CENTER FRQ

2
3

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired setting
value, and then press ENTER.
Press t to return to the previous step.

Notes
• Adjustment cannot be performed during a call.
• Pressing t returns to the previous Sound menu mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, Sound menu mode is
canceled.
• You can access the Sound menu mode directly by pressing BASS when
BASS ENGIN is set to OFF. Refer to “Setting BASS ENGINE SQ ON/
OFF” on page 17.

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Adjusting the Frequency (CENTER FRQ)
Adjustable frequency bands: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Band1
Band2
Band3
Band4
Band5
Band6
Band7
Band8
Band9

20 Hz ~ 100 Hz (63 Hz)
63 Hz ~ 315 Hz (125 Hz)
125 Hz ~ 500 Hz (250 Hz)
250 Hz ~ 1 kHz (500 Hz)
500 Hz ~ 2 kHz (1 kHz)
1 kHz ~ 4 kHz (2 kHz)
2 kHz ~ 7.2 kHz (4 kHz)
5.8 kHz ~ 12 kHz (8 kHz)
9 kHz ~ 20 kHz (16 kHz)

Selecting the Cut-Off Frequency (FREQUENCY)
 2WAY System
Setting contents:
20 / 25 / 31.5 / 40 / 50 / 63 / 80 (Initial setting) / 100 / 125 /
160 / 200 (Hz)
 3WAY System
Setting contents:
LOW/MID LOW:
20 / 25 / 31.5 / 40 / 50 / 63 / 80 / 100 / 125 / 160 / 200 / 250 / 315 /
400 / 500 (Initial setting) / 630 / 800 (Hz)
MID HIGH:
20 / 25 / 31.5 / 40 / 50 / 63 / 80 / 100 / 125 / 160 / 200 / 250 / 315 /
400 / 500 / 630 / 800 / 1 k / 1.2 k / 1.6 k / 2 k / 2.5 k / 3.2 k / 4 k /
5 k (Initial setting) / 6.3 k / 8 k / 10 k / 12.5 k / 16 k / 20 k (Hz)

Setting the Bandwidth (WIDTH (Q))
Setting contents:
3.0 (Initial setting) / 4.0 / 5.0

HIGH:
1 k / 1.2 k / 1.6 k / 2 k /2.5 k / 3.2 k / 4 k / 5 k (Initial setting) / 6.3 k /
8 k / 10 k / 12.5 k / 16 k / 20 k (Hz)

Adjusting the Level

Note

Setting contents:
−7 to +7 (Initial setting: ±0)
Notes
• BAND2 and BAND8 are the same as the Bass and Treble controls.
Their Level adjustment can also be controlled by pressing YSETUP
and selecting Bass Level or Treble Level. Refer to “Adjusting Subwoofer
Level/Bass Level/Treble Level/Balance (Between Left and Right)/Fader
(Between Front and Rear)/Defeat” on page 16.
• Settings exceeding the frequency of adjacent bands are not available.
• While adjusting the 9BAND P-EQ, you should consider the frequency
response of the connected speakers.
• The 9-Band, Parametric EQ is used to customize the EQ PRESETS
settings.

Setting the Source Volume Level
The output level of each source is individually adjustable. For example, if
the TUNER level sounds lower than CD, its output can be adjusted
without affecting the other sources.

• The frequency of MID LOW should not be more than the frequency of
MID HIGH.

Adjusting the Slope (SLOPE)
 2WAY System
Setting contents:
FLAT / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 (dB/oct.)
 3WAY System
Setting contents:
FLAT / 6 / 12 (dB/oct.)
Note
• The Initial setting for 2WAY is FLAT. 3WAY is 12.

Adjusting the Level (LEVEL)
 2WAY System/3WAY System

 Setting item: SOURCE VOL
 Further setting items: TUNER / SIRIUS XM / DISC / USB / IPOD
/ BT AUDIO / PANDORA / AUX
Setting contents:
−14 dB ~ +14 dB (Initial setting: ±0)

Adjusting the Crossover Settings
(X-OVER)
Before performing the following procedures, refer to “About the
Crossover” on page 22.

 Setting item: X-OVER

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the channel, and then
press ENTER.

 2WAY System
FRONT (HPF)  REAR (HPF)  SUBW LPF  FRONT (HPF)
 3WAY System
LOW (LPF)  MID LOW (HPF)  MID HIGH (LPF) 
HIGH (HPF)  LOW

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired item, and
then press ENTER.

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Setting contents:
−12 to 0 (dB) (Initial setting: 0)
Note
• The level setting results for MID LOW and MID HIGH in 3WAY
system are linkage.

Repeat steps 1 to 2 to make adjustment to the other
channels.

Turning Subwoofer ON/OFF
When the subwoofer is on, you can adjust the subwoofer output level
(refer to “Adjusting Subwoofer Level/Bass Level/Treble Level/Balance
(Between Left and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/Defeat” on
page 16).

 Setting item: SUBWOOFER
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)
OFF:
No subwoofer signal is output from the Subwoofer RCA
Connectors (refer to “Connections” on page 58).
ON:
The subwoofer signal is output from the Subwoofer RCA
Connectors (refer to “Connections” on page 58).

Setting the Subwoofer Phase
The subwoofer output phase is toggled between SUBWOOFER
NORMAL (0°) or SUBWOOFER REVERSE (180°). Depending on the
installation location of your subwoofer, one of these settings may sound
better than the other.

 Setting item: SUBW PHASE
Setting contents:
NORMAL (Initial setting) / REVERSE

Setting the Subwoofer System
When the subwoofer is on, you can select either SYSTEM 1 or SYSTEM
2 for the desired subwoofer effect.

 Setting item: SUBW SYS
Setting contents:
SYSTEM 1 / SYSTEM 2 (Initial setting)

External Device
Connecting to an External Amplifier (POWER IC)
When an external amplifier is connected, sound quality can be
improved by stopping the power supply of the built-in amplifier.

 Setting item: POWER IC
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)
OFF:
Use this mode when the line output of this unit is used to drive an
external amplifier. In this setting, the head unit’s internal amplifier
is turned OFF and cannot drive speakers.
ON:
The speakers are driven by the built-in amplifier.

ON:

SYSTEM 1:
Subwoofer level changes according to the main volume setting.

(White)

SYSTEM 2:
Subwoofer level change is different from the main volume setting.
For example, even at low volume settings, the subwoofer is still
audible.

(White/Black)

Setting the Time Correction Unit
(LENGTH)
You can change the unit of time correction (centimetres or inches).

 Setting item: LENGTH
Setting contents:
CM (Initial setting) / INCH
CM:
Time correction value is in centimetres.

Speakers
2WAY system 3WAY system

(Gray)

(Green/Black)

(Violet)

Rear high
range (L)

Mid
range (L)

Rear high
range (R)

Mid
range (R)

Front high
range (L)

High
range (L)

Front high
range (R)

High
range (R)

Rear high
range (L)

Mid
range (L)

Rear high
range (R)

Mid
range (R)

OFF:
Amplifier

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired speaker
after selecting TCR, and then press ENTER.
Amplifier

Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the distance of the
selected speaker, and then press ENTER.
0.0 cm to 336.6 cm (3.4 cm/step)
0.0 inch to 132.7 inch (1.3 inch/step)
Note
• The total adjustment distance for all speakers should be less than 510
centimetres (201 inches).

High
range (R)

(Violet/Black)

FRONT-L  FRONT-R  REAR-L  REAR-R  SUBW-L 
SUBW-R  FRONT-L

Front high
range (R)

(Green)

Before performing the following, refer to “About Time Correction” on
page 20.

High
range (L)

(Gray/Black)

INCH:
Time correction value is in inches.

Adjusting the Time Correction (TCR)

Front high
range (L)

Notes
• For more details about 2WAY/3WAY system mode. Please refer to
“Switching the 2WAY/3WAY system mode” and “About the 2WAY/
3WAY system mode” on page 23.
• No sound is produced by the system when the power output is set to
OFF.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 for setting other speakers.
By setting these values, sound from all speakers can be made to
reach the listener at the same time.

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Setting the Media Xpander mode
MX (Media Xpander) makes vocals or instruments sound distinct
regardless of the music source. The CD and iPod, etc. will be able to
reproduce the music clearly even in cars with a lot of road noise.

 Setting item: MX SETTING

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the source to which you
want to apply Media Xpander, and then press ENTER.
FM  SIRIUS XM  CD  CMPM*  USB  IPOD  BT AUDIO
 PANDORA  AUX  FM

* Be applied for MP3/WMA files in disc.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the Media Xpander
level, and then press ENTER.
OFF  LEVEL 1  LEVEL 2  LEVEL 3

Note
• There is no MX mode for AM radio.

Notes
• Adjustable only when DEFEAT is OFF.
• Adjustable when 2WAY/3WAY system mode is set to 2WAY.
• The Bass parameters affected contain EQ PRESETS, 9BAND EQ,
SUBWOOFER (when set this item via TuneIt App), X-OVER, SUBW
SYS and MX SETTING. These items are set automatically in BASS
ENGINE SQ mode and cannot be adjusted separately.
• From Level 0 to Level 6, the effect of BASS ENGINE SQ Enhance
increases level by level.
• If no operation is performed for 5 seconds, the unit automatically
returns to normal mode.
About Setup when the external power amplifier is connected.
In order to optimize the BASS ENGINE SQ, we recommend the
following power amplifier setup.
After setting up, you can adjust the BASS ENGINE SQ Level
according to the music.

1 Set gain of the power amplifier to “MIN”.
2 Set the Crossover Mode Sector switch to “OFF”.
3 Set the BASS ENGINE SQ of this unit to “ON”, and the BASS
ENGINE SQ Level to “+3”.
4 Play a song of the genre you frequently listen to, and
adjust gain of the power amplifier.

BASS ENGINE SQ Function
With the BASS ENGINE SQ function on this unit, several parameters
affecting Bass performance are adjusted simultaneously. The Bass Level
adjustment varies these parameters uniformly for optimum Bass effect
at different levels.

Switching BASS ENGINE SQ mode
Press and hold BASS for at least 2 seconds to switch the
sound mode.
BASS ENGINE SQ  MANUAL SET (Initial setting)
BASS ENGINE SQ:
Adjust the relevant Bass parameters uniformly and automatically.
MANUAL SET:
Adjust each audio effect setting separately and manually.

Notes
• This operation can also be performed by selecting BASS ENGIN in
Audio Setup mode. Refer to “Setting BASS ENGINE SQ ON/OFF” on
page 17.
• You can access the Sound menu mode directly by pressing BASS when
BASS ENGIN is set to OFF.
• You can set this item via the TuneIt App on a Smartphone. Refer to
“Adjusting the sound via the Smartphone” on page 26.
• If you switch the 2WAY/3WAY system (page 23) to 3WAY mode, you
cannot adjust this item.

About Time Correction
The distance between the listener and the speakers in a car vary widely
due to the complex speaker placement. This difference in the distances
from the speakers to the listener creates a shift in the sounds image and
frequency characteristics. This is caused by the time delay between the
sound reaching the listener’s right versus the left ear.
To correct this, this unit is able to delay the audio signal to the speakers
closest to the listener. This effectively creates a perception of increased
distance for those speakers. The listener can be placed at an equal
distance between the left and right speakers for optimum staging.
The adjustment will be made for each speaker in 3.4cm steps.

Example 1. Listening Position: Front Left
Seat
Adjust the time correction level of the front left speaker to a high value
and the rear right to zero or a low value.

Adjusting BASS ENGINE SQ Level
With BASS ENGINE SQ ON, adjusting the Bass Level uniformly effects
various sound parameters for optimum Bass effect.

5.1ms
0.5m
2.25m

Press BASS to display the BASS ENGINE SQ Level
adjustment screen.
The unit’s back lighting changes to white amber during this
period.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired level
(+0 - +6).
The initial level is +3.

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The sound is not balanced because the distance between the listening
position and the various speakers is different.
The difference in distance between the front left speaker and the rear
right speaker is 1.75 m (68-7/8").
Here we calculate the time correction value for the front left speaker in
the diagram on the above.

Conditions:
Farthest Speaker – listening position: 2.25 m (88-9/16")
Front left speaker – listening position: 0.5 m (19-11/16")
Calculation: L = 2.25 m – 0.5 m = 1.75 m (68-7/8")
Time correction = 1.75 ÷ 343* × 1,000 = 5.1 (ms)

Delay
Number

Time
Difference
(msec)

Distance
(cm)

Distance
(inch)

2.5

85.0

33.5

2.6

88.4

34.8

2.7

91.8

36.2

2.8

95.2

37.5

2.9

98.6

38.9

3.0

102.0

40.2

3.1

105.4

41.5

3.2

108.8

42.9

3.3

112.2

44.2

3.4

115.6

45.6

3.5

119.0

46.9

Adjust the time correction level of each speaker to almost the same level.

3.6

122.4

48.2

3.7

125.8

49.6

3.8

129.2

50.9

3.9

132.6

52.3

4.0

136.0

53.6

4.1

139.4

54.9

4.2

142.8

56.3

4.3

146.2

57.6

4.4

149.6

59.0

4.5

153.0

60.3

4.6

156.4

61.6

4.7

159.8

63.0

4.8

163.2

64.3

4.9

166.6

65.7

5.0

170.0

67.0

5.1

173.4

68.3

5.2

176.8

69.7

5.3

180.2

71.0

5.4

183.6

72.4

5.5

187.0

73.7

5.6

190.4

75.0

5.7

193.8

76.4

5.8

197.2

77.7

5.9

200.6

79.1

6.0

204.0

80.4

6.1

207.4

81.7

6.2

210.8

83.1

6.3

214.2

84.4

6.4

217.6

85.8

6.5

221.0

87.1

6.6

224.4

88.4

6.7

227.8

89.8

6.8

231.2

91.1

6.9

234.6

92.5

7.0

238.0

93.8

7.1

241.4

95.1

7.2

244.8

96.5

7.3

248.2

97.8

7.4

251.6

99.2

* Speed of sound: 343 m/s (765 mph) at 20°C
In other words, giving the front left speaker a time correction value of
5.1 ms makes it seem as if its distance from the listener is the same as the
distance to the farthest speaker.
Time correction eliminates the differences in the time required for the
sound to reach the listening position.
The time of the front left speaker is corrected by 5.1 ms so that its sound
reaches the listening position at the same time as the sound of other
speakers.

Example 2. Listening Position: All Seats

Sit in the listening position (driver’s seat, etc.) and
measure the distance (in metres) between your head and
the various speakers.
Calculate the difference between the distance correction
value to the farthest speaker and the other speakers.
L = (distance to farthest speaker) – (distance to other speakers)
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
Time
Difference
(msec)

Distance
(cm)

0.0

0.1

3.4

1.3

0.2

6.8

2.7

0.3

10.2

4.0

0.4

13.6

5.4

0.5

17.0

6.7

0.6

20.4

8.0

0.7

23.8

9.4

0.8

27.2

10.7

0.9

30.6

12.1

1.0

34.0

13.4

1.1

37.4

14.7

1.2

40.8

16.1

1.3

44.2

17.4

1.4

47.6

18.8

1.5

51.0

20.1

1.6

54.4

21.4

1.7

57.8

22.8

1.8

61.2

24.1

1.9

64.6

25.5

2.0

68.0

26.8

2.1

71.4

28.1

2.2

74.8

29.5

2.3

78.2

30.8

2.4

81.6

32.2

Delay
Number

Distance
(inch)

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Delay
Number

Time
Difference
(msec)

Distance
(cm)

Distance
(inch)

7.5

255.0

100.5

7.6

258.4

101.8

7.7

261.8

103.2

7.8

265.2

104.5

7.9

268.6

105.9

8.0

272.0

107.2

8.1

275.4

108.5

8.2

278.8

109.9

8.3

282.2

111.2

Crossover (X-OVER):
This unit is equipped with an active crossover. The crossover limits the
frequencies delivered to the outputs. Each channel is controlled
independently. Thus, each speaker pair can be driven by the
frequencies for which they have been optimally designed.
The crossover adjusts the HPF (high pass filter) or LPF (low pass filter) of
each band, and also the slope (how fast the filter rolls off the highs or
lows).
Adjustments should be made according to the reproduction
characteristics of the speakers. Depending on the speakers, a passive
network may not be necessary. If you are unsure about this point,
please consult your authorized Alpine dealer.

8.4

285.6

112.6

2WAY mode

8.5

289.0

113.9

8.6

292.4

115.2

8.7

295.8

116.6

8.8

299.2

117.9

8.9

302.6

119.3

9.0

306.0

120.6

9.1

309.4

121.9

9.2

312.8

123.3

9.3

316.2

124.6

9.4

319.6

126.0

9.5

323.0

127.3

9.6

326.4

128.6

9.7

329.8

130.0

9.8

333.2

131.3

9.9

336.6

132.7

About the Crossover

Cut-off frequency
(1/3 octave steps)

Slope

Level

HPF

LPF

HPF

LPF

Low
range
speaker

----

20 Hz 200 Hz

----

FLAT,
6, 12, 18,
24
dB/oct.

0 to
−12 dB

Rear
high
range
speaker

20 Hz 200 Hz

----

FLAT,
6, 12, 18,
24
dB/oct.

----

0 to
−12 dB

Front
high
range
speaker

20 Hz 200 Hz

----

FLAT,
6, 12, 18,
24
dB/oct.

----

0 to
−12 dB

Low range

High range

(Different from actual display)

3WAY mode
Cut-off frequency
(1/3 octave steps)

Slope

Level

HPF

LPF

HPF

LPF

Low
range
speaker

----

20 Hz 800 Hz

----

FLAT,
6, 12
dB/oct.

0 to
−12 dB

Mid
range
speaker

20 Hz 800 Hz

20 Hz 20 kHz

FLAT,
6, 12
dB/oct.

0 to
−12 dB

High
range
speaker

1 kHz 20 kHz*

----

FLAT,
6, 12
dB/oct.

----

0 to
−12 dB

* Depending on the response characteristics of the speaker, care should
be taken when setting the response slope of the high range speaker to
FLAT in 3WAY mode, as speaker damage may result (page 23).

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About the 2WAY/3WAY system mode

Low range

Mid range

High range

The X-OVER for a 2WAY system (frequency range is divided
between highs for front/rear and lows for the Subwoofer).
2WAY mode

(Different from actual display)

Level adjusting
(0 to −12 dB)

Output frequency range

Front high range
speaker (L)

Front high range
speaker (R)

Rear high range
speaker (L)

Rear high range
speaker (R)

Slope FLAT
Slope adjusting

(Different from actual display)

20 Hz
HPF cut-off
frequency

LPF cut-off
frequency

Notes
• 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 frequency change of one octave.
• The higher the slope value, the steeper the slope becomes.
• Adjust the slope to FLAT to bypass the HP or LP filters.
• Do not use a tweeter without the HPF on or set to a low frequency, as it
may cause damage to the speaker due to the low frequency content.
• You cannot adjust the crossover frequency higher than the HPF or lower
than the LPF.
• Adjustment should be made according to the recommended crossover
frequency of the connected speakers. Determine the recommended
crossover frequency of the speakers. Adjusting to a frequency range
outside that recommended may cause damage to the speakers.
For the recommended crossover frequencies of Alpine speakers, refer to
the respective Owner’s Manual.
We are not responsible for damage or malfunction of speakers caused by
using the crossover outside the recommended value.

Low range
speaker (L)

Low range
speaker (R)

The X-OVER for a 3WAY system whose frequency range is divided
among the highs (Front), mids (Front), and lows (Subwoofer).
3WAY mode

High range
speaker (L)

High range
speaker (R)

Mid range
speaker (L)

Mid range
speaker (R)

Low range
speaker (L)

Low range
speaker (R)

Switching the 2WAY/3WAY system mode

1 Press the YSETUP and f at the same time.
Note
• In this case, the device will be muted.

2 Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired system
mode, and then press ENTER.
Note
• When the system mode is changed, the setting items for X-OVER
are displayed. Please follow the instructions of “Adjusting the
Crossover Settings (X-OVER)” on page 18 to made the setting.

Output of this unit:
Front output
Rear output
SUB-W output
• Use the Sub-W output cord to connect the unit to the low range
speaker.
• You cannot adjust the fader when set to 3WAY.

3 After setting, turn the Rotary encoder to select DONE, and
then press ENTER.
“TURN ACC OFF AND ON” will be displayed.
4 Switch the ignition key to ACC OFF.
Depending on the response characteristics of the speaker,
care should be taken when you switch the 2WAY/3WAY
system, as speaker damage may result.
5 Switching the ignition key from ACC OFF to ON.
The change is saved.
Notes
• If you skip the 4th and the 5th steps, the setting results will not be
saved and unit will return to previous mode.
• While playing back music after the vehicle’s ignition is turned off
(STAY ON mode), you cannot adjust the 2WAY/3WAY mode (refer
to “Setting the stay on mode” on page 28).

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Other Functions

The display in CD mode:
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME  DISC TEXT*1/TRACK TEXT*1 
TRACK NO./CLOCK  TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME
The display in MP3/WMA mode:
FOLDER NO./FILE NO./ELAPSED TIME 
FOLDER NAME*2/FILE NAME*2 
ARTIST NAME*3/SONG NAME*3 
ALBUM NAME*3/SONG NAME*3 
FOLDER NO./FILE NO./CLOCK 
FOLDER NO./FILE NO./ELAPSED TIME

 CDE-W265BT
/BAND

The display in Bluetooth Audio mode:
BT AUDIO/ELAPSED TIME*4  ARTIST NAME*3/SONG NAME*3 
ALBUM NAME*3/SONG NAME*3  BT AUDIO/CLOCK 
BT AUDIO/ELAPSED TIME

*1 Displayed during playback of a disc with CD text. If there is
no Text (Disc Name or Track Name), “DISC TEXT”/
“TRACK TEXT” is displayed.
*2 Displayed during playback of MP3/WMA with folder/file
information. If there is no folder/file information,
“FOLDER”/“FILE” is displayed.
*3 ID3 tag/WMA tag
If an MP3/WMA file contains ID3 tag/WMA tag
information, the ID3 tag/WMA tag information is displayed
(e.g., song name, artist name, and album name). All other
tag data is ignored.
If there is no tag information, “ARTIST”/“ALBUM”/“SONG”
is displayed.
*4 Depending on the connected Smartphone, the elapsed time
may not be displayed.

/SOURCE
 /ENTER/OPTION
Rotary encoder

 CDE-164BT
/SOURCE Rotary encoder
 /ENTER/OPTION

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

Notes

/BAND

Displaying the Text
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 tag, etc., while playing
MP3/WMA files.

Press k.
The display will change every time the button is pressed.
Note
• When the TEXTSCROLL is set to MANUAL, press and hold k for at
least 2 seconds, the current text will be scrolled one time (except Radio
mode).
The display in Radio mode:
If there is PS (Program Service Name)
BAND/PS (Program Service Name)  ARTIST/SONG 
PTY (Program Type)/PS (Program Service Name) 
RADIO TEXT BAND/CLOCK  BAND/PS (Program Service
Name)
If there is no PS (Program Service Name)
BAND/FREQUENCY ARTIST/SONG 
PTY (Program Type)/FREQUENCY  RADIO TEXT
BAND/CLOCK  BAND/FREQUENCY

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• Some characters may not be displayed correctly with this device,
depending on the character type.
• “NO SUPPORT” is displayed when the desired text information cannot
be displayed on this unit.
• The text or tag information may not be correctly displayed, depending
on the contents.

Using the Front AUX Input Terminal
Connect a portable music player, etc. by simply connecting it to the
input on the front panel. An optional adapter cable is required (standard
RCA to 3.5ø mini-phono plug or 3.5ø to 3.5ø mini-phono plug).

Press VSOURCE, and select the AUXILIARY mode to
listen to the portable device.
 CDE-W265BT
Main unit

Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting, and then
press ENTER.
After the setting, the display will return to the current source
automatically.

 Setting item:
TUNER mode:
PTY SELECT*1  TUNER SET*2  SOURCE VOL*3  MX
SETTING*4  PTY SELECT
SiriusXM mode:
TUNE SCAN*5  ALERT MEMO*6  SXM SET*7  SOURCE VOL*3
 MX SETTING*4  TUNE SCAN
DISC mode:
CD SET*8  SOURCE VOL*3  MX SETTING*4  CD SET

Portable player, etc.

USB mode:
SOURCE VOL*3  MX SETTING*4  SOURCE VOL
iPod mode:
APP DIRECT*9  IPOD SET*10  SOURCE VOL*3  MX
SETTING*4  APP DIRECT
AUX mode:
AUX SET*11  SOURCE VOL*3  MX SETTING*4  AUX SET
Pandora mode:
SOURCE VOL*3  MX SETTING*4  SOURCE VOL

Optional adapter cable (RCA pin
plugs [red, white] 3.5ø miniplugs)
or (3.5ø miniplugs).

 CDE-164BT
Portable player, etc.

Main unit

Optional adapter cable (RCA pin
plugs [red, white] 3.5ø miniplugs)
or (3.5ø miniplugs).

Note
• This function is available only when AUX SETUP is set to ON. For
details, refer to “Setting the AUX SETUP mode” on page 27.

Option Menu Setting
You can quickly adjust the setting items relevant to the current SOURCE
by using Option Menu.

Press and hold ENTER/OPTION for at least 2 seconds
to activate the Option menu of the current source.
Note
• The option menu varies depending on the source.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired setting
item, and then press ENTER.

BT AUDIO mode:
BT SET*12  SOURCE VOL*3  MX SETTING*4  BT SET
Phone mode (Non-calling mode):
PHONE SET*13  SOURCE VOL*14  PHONE SET
Phone mode (Calling mode):
MIC GAIN*15  CALL SOUND*15  SPK SWITCH*16 
VOICE MUTE*17  CALL WAIT*18  END CALL*19 
SOURCE VOL*14  MIC GAIN

*1 Refer to “PTY (Program Type) Tuning” on page 12.
*2 The setting items are the same as TUNER setting in SETUP
mode. For details, refer to “SETUP” on page 27.
*3 You can individually emphasize or weaken the volume level
of the current source to create your own tonal preference. The
setting values in Option mode and in SETUP mode are
linked. Refer to “Setting the Source Volume Level” on page 18.
*4 Refer to “Setting the Media Xpander mode” on page 20.
*5 Displayed only when SiriusXM Tuner-SXV200 or later is
connected. For details, refer to “TuneScan™ Function” on
page 47.
*6 Refer to “Storing the desired Artist and Song Alerts” on
page 47.
*7 ALERTSETUP, GAME ALERT, P-LOCK, SIGNAL IND and
TUNE START can be selected in this mode. For details about
these settings, refer to “SiriusXM Setting” on page 45.
*8 PLAY MODE can be selected in this mode. For details, refer
to “Playing MP3/WMA Data (PLAY MODE)” on page 28.
*9 Refer to “Setting the iPod Control” on page 39.
*10 The setting items are the same as iPod setting in SETUP
mode. For details, refer to “iPod/iPhone Search Mode
Setting” on page 29.
*11 AUX NAME can be selected in this mode. For details, refer to
“Setting the AUX NAME mode” on page 28.
*12 FW VERSION can be selected in this mode. You can see the
current firmware version about Bluetooth by using this
setting.
*13 CALL SOUND, CALLER ID, PB UPDATE, PB ORDER,
SPEAKER SL and FW VERSION can be selected in this
mode. For details about these settings, refer to “Bluetooth
SETUP” on page 31.
*14 The Hands free phone talk level, ring tone level and
microphone gain level can be adjusted by using this setting.
The setting values in Option mode and in SETUP mode are
linked. Refer to “Adjusting the volume (SOURCE VOL)” on
page 32.

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*15 Refer to “Setting the Bluetooth sound quality” on page 32.
*16 While calling, the call sound can be switched between the
unit and Smartphone by using this setting.
This operation can also be done by pressing OBAND.
Refer to “Call Switching Operation” on page 36.
*17 While calling, and the Voice Mute is activated, the
microphone input will mute instantly and “VOICE MUTE”
will blink. This operation can also be done by pressing .
Refer to “Muting the microphone input quickly (Voice Mute)”
on page 35.
*18 If there is a waiting call, select this item to display the waiting
person Name and number. Press k to switch the
information between the current call and the person on hold.
*19 Select this item to hang up the call.

Notes
• Press r to return to the previous mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to
normal mode automatically.

Facebook Notification Function
Note
• Depending on the paired Smartphone, the following functions may not
be available even though the TuneIt version is updated.

Receiving Notification
When the Smartphone connected to this unit receives notification from
Facebook, the unit’s back lighting and the V indicator blinks
(depending on the TuneIt settings on the phone). At the same time, the
user’s name is shown in the display (20 characters maximum). Play back
the notification via TTS (Text To Speech) by the following procedure.

Notification Menu screen is displayed.

2
Applying TuneIt

Notes
• The application program and related specifications and data may be
deleted or terminated without notice.
• Some TuneIt functions may not be available if the Smartphone is not in
a service area or receives no signal.

Adjusting the sound via the Smartphone
After setting the above procedure, the
indicator lights up, and then
you can adjust the unit’s sound function on the Smartphone.

Make sure the unit is powered on.
Launch the TuneIt App on the Smartphone. Adjust the
unit’s sound accordingly on the Smartphone.
During sound setting, the

indicator may blink.

Notes
• Volume level cannot be adjusted via the Smartphone.
• The setting cannot be done on both the Smartphone and this unit at the
same time. While the sound function of this unit is set via the
Smartphone, sound function settings on CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT
will be displayed as “APPCONNECT”.
• In some situations, such as the unit is powered off, during a call etc.,
sound setting cannot be done via the Smartphone.
• This function may not be available depending on the paired
Smartphone.
• Please obey all local traffic laws while using this function.

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Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired mode, and
then press ENTER.
LIKE*1  REPLAY  NEXT  PREVIOUS  TTS VOLUME*2

This unit’s sound tuning is programmable from a connected
Smartphone. It is also possible to download specific parameters for
certain vehicles from Alpine’s TuneIt database stored in the Cloud. Using
the TuneIt App, customized parameters can also be uploaded for others
to share and rate.
Through this unit, it is also possible to receive and respond to
information from Alpine’s Social Network Service (SNS) available
through the connected Smartphone.
The installed TuneIt App should be launched on the Smartphone before
connection to the head unit.
TuneIt, is downloadable from Apple’s App Store; the Android user can
download it from Google Play. For details, consult your Alpine dealer.
Before these operations, set ALPINE APP to USB or BT depending on
the connected Smartphone. For details, refer to “Setting the
communication mode with a Smartphone (ALPINE APP)” on page 29.

1
2

While receiving Notification from Facebook, press
VSOURCE button.

*1 Not displayed when the received Notification is Message type.
*2 It can also be set in SETUP section. For details, refer to “Setting
the TTS (Text To Speech) volume” on page 30.
LIKE:

REPLAY:
NEXT:
PREVIOUS:
TTS VOLUME:

The Smartphone feedbacks to Facebook with “Like”,
and meanwhile, the received Wall Posts or
Comments are played back by TTS (Text To
Speech).
To play back Notification by TTS (Text To Speech)
again.
To select the next Notification.
To select the previous Notification.
To adjust the playback volume of TTS (Text To
Speech).

Notes
• Press t to return to the previous mode.
• A new received Notification prompt will last for 30 seconds. If there is
no operation within 30 seconds, the unit will return to normal mode.
• In some situations, such as the unit is powered off or during a call etc.,
notification of the Smartphone will not be prompted by this unit.
• In 3WAY mode, the TTS sound is output from all of speaker in car. In
2WAY mode, the TTS sound is only output from Front Left/Right
speaker.

Displaying Notification List
You can view the received Notification from Facebook in the connected
Smartphone via this unit.

Press and hold VSOURCE for at least 2 seconds.
The received Notification will be displayed according to when it
was posted.

2
3

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Notification,
and then press ENTER.
Then go to step 2 of “Receiving Notification”.

Notes
• When there is no Notification, “NO NOTIF” will be displayed.
• The displayable amount of the Notification list depends on the
connected Smartphone.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to
normal mode automatically.

TUNER:
TUNER FREQ  FM SET  TUNER FREQ

SETUP

IPOD:
IPOD LIST
APP:
ALPINE APP  TTS VOLUME  ALPINE APP

 CDE-W265BT
DIM.





*1
*2
*3
*4
*5

Refer to “Sound Setting” on page 17.
Refer to “SiriusXM Setting” on page 45.
Refer to “Bluetooth SETUP” on page 31.
Refer to “Setting Time” on page 10.
Displayed only when AUX SETUP is set to ON.

Select an Item with the Rotary encoder, and then press
ENTER.
(e.g. Select AUX SETUP)

Turn the Rotary encoder to change the setting, and then
press ENTER.
(e.g. Select ON or OFF)

/SETUP

/SOURCE
 /ENTER
Rotary encoder

• Press t to return to the previous mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to
normal mode automatically.

Rotary encoder

 /ENTER

Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds to return
to normal mode.

Notes

 CDE-164BT
/SETUP



DIM.

General Setting
GENERAL is selected on the setup main menu in step 2.

Setting the Clock Display (CLOCK MODE)
You can select the clock display type, 12-hour or 24-hour, depending on
your preference.


/SOURCE

Setting
You can flexibly customize the unit to suit your own preferences and
usage. From the SETUP menu, GENERAL Setting, DISPLAY Setting,
etc., can be modified.
Use steps 1 to 5 to select one of the SETUP modes to modify.
See the applicable section below for details about the
selected SETUP item.

1
2

Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds to
activate the SETUP mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired item, and
then press ENTER.
AUDIO*1  GENERAL  DISPLAY  TUNER  SIRIUS XM*2 
IPOD  APP  BLUETOOTH*3  AUDIO

(e.g. Select GENERAL)
GENERAL:
CLOCK MODE CLOCK ADJ*4  PWR CLOCK  AUX SETUP 
AUX NAME*5  INT MUTE  PLAY MODE  STAY ON  DEMO
MODE  CLOCK MODE
DISPLAY:
ILLUMINATI  DIMMER  TEXTSCROLL  SCROLLTYPE 
ILLUMINATI

 Setting item: CLOCK MODE
Setting contents:
12H (Initial setting) / 24H

Turning the Clock Display ON/OFF
 Setting item: PWR CLOCK
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)
OFF:
The clock isn’t displayed when the power is off.
ON:
The clock is displayed when the power is off.

Setting the AUX SETUP mode
You can input the audio of an external device, (such as a Portable audio
player) to the AUX connector of this unit.

 Setting item: AUX SETUP
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)
OFF:
When set to OFF, AUX source cannot be selected.
ON:
Set to ON when a portable device is connected. If VSOURCE is
pressed and AUX is selected, the sound of the portable device is
input to the unit.

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Setting the AUX NAME mode

Demonstration

You can change the AUX NAME display in the SETUP mode.

This unit has a demonstration mode to display its various functions.

 Setting item: AUX NAME

 Setting item: DEMO MODE

Setting contents:
AUXILIARY (Initial setting) / TV / DVD / PORTABLE / GAME

Setting contents:
ON (Initial setting) / STANDBY / OFF
ON:
The unit starts the demonstration if there is no operation for 30
seconds.

Turning Mute Mode On/Off (INT MUTE)
If a device having the interrupt feature is connected, audio will be
automatically muted whenever the interrupt signal is received from the
device.
Make sure the Audio Interrupt In Lead (Pink/Black) is connected to the
terminal where the voltage becomes 0 V (GND) when a sound from
External Unit is input into AUX. Otherwise, this function may not
operate. For details, refer to “Connections” on page 58.

STANDBY:
Quit the demonstration mode. Note that if this unit is
disconnected from the vehicle’s battery, the next time you use this
unit the DEMO mode will be ON.
OFF:
Quit the demonstration mode completely.

Display Setting
 Setting item: INT MUTE
Setting contents:
OFF AUX (Initial setting) / ON
OFF AUX:
When the interrupt signal is received from device, the AUX source
volume will be output from the unit.
ON:
When the interrupt signal is received from device, no sound will
be output.

Playing MP3/WMA Data (PLAY MODE)

DISPLAY is selected on the setup main menu in step 2.

Changing Lighting Color
You can change the lighting color of the unit’s keys/display.

 Setting item: ILLUMINATI
 Further setting items: KEY & DISP( Key & Display ) /
KEY ( Key ) / DISP* ( Display )
Setting contents:
OPTION / CUSTOMIZE

This unit can play back CDs containing both CD and MP3/WMA data
(created in Enhanced CD (CD Extra) format). However, in some
situations, playback of an enhanced CD may be difficult. In this case,
you can choose to play back the CD data session only. When a disc
contains both CD and MP3/WMA data, playback starts from the CD
data portion of the disc.

OPTION:
A total of 30 colors can be selected.
CUSTOMIZE:
If there is no color you prefer in OPTION, you can customize the
color as follows.

* You can change the lighting colour of keys and display
simultaneously or respectively by selecting KEY&DISP or KEY/
DISP.

 Setting item: PLAY MODE
Setting contents:
CD-DA / CDDA/MP3 (Initial setting)
CD-DA:
Only the CD data in Session 1 can be played back.
CDDA/MP3:
CD data, MP3/WMA files in mixed mode, and multi-session discs
can be played back.

1
2

Note
• Perform this setting before inserting a disc. If a disc has already been
inserted, remove it.

Setting the stay on mode
You can set the delay in turning OFF the unit’s power after the vehicle’s
ignition is turned off (ACC OFF). When you select a mode other than
OFF, the music will be paused after you turn the ignition key off (ACC
OFF). At the same time, the prompt “PRESS PRESET 6 TO STAY ON”
will scroll once. Press 6 within 15 seconds to continue enjoying music
for the selected period. If 6 is not pressed, the unit will power off within
15 seconds. During this period, you can only receive a call by operating a
paired Smartphone.

 Setting item: STAY ON
Setting contents:
OFF (Initial setting) / 5 MIN / 15 MIN / 30 MIN
Notes
• Note that there is a possibility that the battery may be drained if
already weak, during this period.
• The setting result of STAY ON will be cleared if you switch the 2WAY/
3WAY system mode.

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After entering CUSTOMIZE, turn the Rotary encoder to
select a color (RED, GREEN, BLUE) you want to adjust, and
then press ENTER.
The adjusted color will blink, turn the Rotary encoder to
select a value (0-60).
R is red, G is green and B is blue.

3
4

Press ENTER or t to finish the color setting.
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to set another color.

Notes
• In step 2, you can switch to another color setting mode by pressing 
or .
• The setting values in OPTION mode and CUSTOMIZE mode are
linked, when the setting value in CUSTOMIZE is different from the one
in OPTION, “USER” will be displayed in OPTION mode.
• During CUSTOMIZE setting, at least one setting value should be
greater than 20.

Dimmer Control

Setting the TUNER (FM) tone quality (FM SET)

Set the Dimmer control to AUTO to decrease the illumination
brightness of the unit with the head lights of the vehicle ON. This mode
is useful if you feel the unit’s backlighting is too bright at night.

This unit can set your preferred tonal quality for the FM analog radio
stations.

 Setting item: FM SET
 Setting item: DIMMER
Setting contents:
AUTO (Initial setting) / ON / OFF
Note

Setting contents:
HI-FI / NORMAL (Initial setting) / STABLE
HI-FI:
High-quality setting

• You can also adjust this item by pressing and holding DIM..

NORMAL:
Standard setting

Scroll Setting (TEXTSCROLL)

STABLE:
Control noise

This CD player can scroll the disc and track names recorded on
CD-TEXT discs, as well as the text information of MP3/WMA files,
folder names and tags.

 Setting item: TEXTSCROLL
Setting contents:
MANUAL (Initial setting) / AUTO
MANUAL:
The display is scrolled when a disc is loaded or when a track is
changed, etc.
AUTO:
The current text information of CD, folder, tag, etc. is scrolled
automatically.

Note
• Noise may be more noticeable when HI-FI is set, depending on the
reception status. In this case, the Normal setting is recommended.

iPod Setting
“IPOD” is selected on the setup main menu in step 2.

iPod/iPhone Search Mode Setting
The unit allows you to search the iPod/iPhone using nine different
search modes.

 Setting item: IPOD LIST

Note
• The unit scrolls CD text names, folder names, file names or tag display.

Scroll Type Setting
Choose from two scrolling methods. Select the type you prefer.

 Setting item: SCROLLTYPE
Setting contents:
TYPE1 / TYPE2 (Initial setting)
TYPE1:
The characters scroll from right to left, a single character at a time.
TYPE2:
Words are built up from left to right, a single character at a time.
When the display is filled, it is cleared and the remaining words are
displayed the same way until all words of the title have been
shown.

Tuner Setting
TUNER is selected on the setup main menu in step 2.

Setting the TUNER (FM) frequency step
(TUNER FREQ)
During manual tuning, you can select the frequency step for FM analog
radio station searching.

 Setting item: TUNER FREQ
Setting contents:
200KHZ (Initial setting) / 100KHZ

 Further setting items: PLAYLISTS / ARTISTS /ALBUMS /
AUDIOBOOKS / PODCASTS / GENRES / COMPOSERS / SONGS /
GENIUS MIX
Setting contents:
OFF / ON
Notes
• The search mode for Playlists/Artists/Albums/Podcasts/Genres/ Songs/
Genius Mix is initially set to On. The search mode for Audiobooks/
Composers is initially set to Off.
• For search mode details, refer to “Searching for a desired Song” on
page 39.

Application Setting (APP)
APP is selected on the setup main menu in step 2.

Setting the communication mode with a
Smartphone (ALPINE APP)
Set ALPINE APP to USB when an iPhone is connected, or set to BT
when an Android or a BlackBerry Smartphone is paired.

 Setting item: ALPINE APP
Setting contents:
USB (Initial setting) / BT / OFF
USB:
When an iPhone is connected to CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT’s USB
port, you can enjoy Pandora, program the unit’s sound tuning
parameters, or communicate with SNS.
BT:
Set this when an Android or a BlackBerry Smartphone is paired
with this unit via Bluetooth technology. At this time, you can enjoy
Pandora (program the unit’s sound tuning parameters, or
communicate with SNS. (Android only))
OFF:
No Smartphone is connected.

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Notes
• It takes a few seconds to validate this function.
• For this function to work properly, specific applications must be
installed on your Smartphone before connection. Consult your Alpine
dealer or the Alpine website for details.
• Only the iPhone and certain Android/BlackBerry Smartphones support
this function.

Setting the TTS (Text To Speech) volume

BT Hands Free Calling
 CDE-W265BT
BAND/ABC SEARCH
Preset buttons
(1 through 3)

1



Preset buttons
(4 through 6)

This function allows for readout of comments, etc., on a Smartphone,
and outputs sound from the speakers of the unit.

 Setting item: TTS VOLUME
Setting contents:
0 ~ 35
Note
• The initial volume level is 12.

2
/SOURCE
/SETUP

 /ENTER
Rotary encoder
/VOICE CTRL.

 CDE-164BT
 /ENTER
Rotary encoder
/VOICE CTRL.

/SETUP

/SOURCE


BAND/ABC SEARCH

1

2
Preset buttons
(1 through 6)

Setup Before Using
About Bluetooth®
Bluetooth is a wireless technology allowing communication between a
mobile device or personal computer over short distances. This enables a
hands-free call or data transmission between Bluetooth compatible
devices. Bluetooth transmission is available in the unlicensed 2.4 GHz
spectrum if the distance between devices is within 10 meters. For details,
refer to the Bluetooth Home page (http://www.bluetooth.com).

Notes
• Depending on the Bluetooth version, a Bluetooth compatible device
may not be able to communicate with this unit.
• Proper function of this unit with all Bluetooth compatible devices is not
guaranteed. For handling of the BT compatible device, consult your
ALPINE dealer or ALPINE website.
• Depending on the surroundings, Bluetooth wireless connection may be
unstable.

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• When you place a call, or perform setup operations, be sure to stop your
car in a safe place.
• Depending on the connected Bluetooth compatible device(s), the
function may differ. Also refer to the Owner’s Manual of the connected
device(s).
• When you search for this unit using the Bluetooth compatible phone,
the unit name is displayed as “CDE-W265Series/CDE-164Series”.

Before Using Bluetooth Function
Before using the Bluetooth function, the following settings need to be
made.

Set BT IN to ON when you want to use Hands-Free phone
or BT Audio function. Refer to “Setting the Bluetooth
Connection (BT IN)” on page 31.

If pairing is successful, “CONNECTED” is displayed for a
few seconds. The head unit then returns to its previous
state.

Notes
• If the device has been paired with this unit previously, it will not USB
Pair automatically.
• If the connection is unsuccessful, “FAILED” is displayed.
• After a successful pairing, the device and this unit should connect
automatically whenever the vehicle’s ignition is turned ON. If the auto
reconnect fails, try to connect manually.
• Set “VISIBLE M” to ON, so this unit is visible to other Bluetooth
compatible devices. Refer to “Setting the Visible Mode” on page 32.

Bluetooth SETUP

Note
• Before using Bluetooth function, it must be paired with this unit. Refer
to “How to connect to a Bluetooth compatible device (Pairing)” on
page 31.

How to connect to a Bluetooth
compatible device (Pairing)
For details on the control from a Bluetooth compatible device, refer to
the Owner’s Manual of the Bluetooth compatible device.

Using your Bluetooth compatible device, select the
“CDE-W265Series/CDE-164Series” for pairing.

For Bluetooth compatible device with SSP
(Secure Simple Pairing)

The following steps 1 to 5 are common to the various Bluetooth
functions. For details, refer to each individual function.

Note
• Set BT IN to ON, and then perform Bluetooth SETUP operation. Refer
to “Setting the Bluetooth Connection (BT IN)” on page 31.

1
2
3

If “PAIR NO” is selected, the connection will be canceled.

device.
Note
• The PIN code is fixed as “0000”.

If the pairing was successful, “CONNECTED” is displayed
for a few seconds. The head unit then returns to its
previous state.

Auto pairing with an iPod/iPhone
When an iPod/iPhone is connected to the USB port, the unit will
automatically pair with it.

1
2
3

Make sure USB PAIR is set to ON. Refer to “Setting the Auto
Pairing with iPod/iPhone” on page 32.
Connect an iPod/iPhone to this unit’s USB port.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select “PAIR YES”, and then
press ENTER.*
If “PAIR NO” is selected, the connection will be canceled.
* Depending on the iOS version, you may need to turn on the
Bluetooth function manually on the iPod/iPhone side, then
perform this step.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired items, and
then press ENTER.
BLUETOOTH:
BT IN*1  USB PAIR  PAIRED DEV  VISIBLE M 
CALL SOUND  CALLER ID  PB UPDATE*1  PB ORDER 
SPEAKER SL*2  FW VERSION  FW UPDATE*1  BT IN

from “PAIR NO” to “PAIR YES”, and then press ENTER.

2-2 Input the PIN code (“0000”) in a Bluetooth compatible

Turn the Rotary encoder to select “BLUETOOTH”, and then
press ENTER.
The Bluetooth setup mode is activated.

2-1 Turn the Rotary encoder to change the head unit display
For Bluetooth compatible device without SSP
(Secure Simple Pairing)

Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds to
activate the SETUP mode.

*1 The items are not displayed during a phone call.
*2 Not displayed when 2WAY/3WAY system mode is set to
3WAY.

4
5

Turn the Rotary encoder to change the settings.
Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds.
The SETUP mode is canceled.

Notes
• Press t to return to the previous mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to
normal mode automatically.

Setting the Bluetooth Connection
(BT IN)
With Bluetooth technology, you can place a hands-free call by a
Bluetooth-equipped Smartphone.
Audio information of a Bluetooth compatible Smartphone, a portable
audio player, etc., is controllable/playable wirelessly from this unit.

 Setting item: BT IN
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)
OFF:
Hands-Free Phone function and Bluetooth Audio function are
disabled.
ON:
Select when you want to pair your Bluetooth compatible phone
with this unit or use Bluetooth Audio function.

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Note
• When BT IN is set to OFF, the indicators related to Hands-free phone
(C battery charge and i signal strength) will not be displayed.

Setting the Auto Pairing with iPod/iPhone
By setting this item to ON, the unit will auto pair when an iPod/iPhone
is connected to this unit via the USB port.

 Setting item: USB PAIR
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)
OFF:
Turn off the auto pair function.
ON:
Auto pair when an iPod/iPhone is connected to this unit via the
USB port.

Note
• USB Auto-Pairing cannot take place if either device has been paired
previously. Make sure the device name of both has been deleted
from each device.

Setting the Bluetooth Device

Setting the Visible Mode
You can set whether this unit can be recognized or not from a Bluetooth
compatible device. Normally set this to ON.

 Setting item: VISIBLE M
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)
OFF:
Disable recognition of this unit from the Bluetooth compatible
device.
ON:
Enable recognition of this unit from the Bluetooth compatible
device.

Setting the Bluetooth sound quality
Change these settings to improve the quality of the outgoing or
incoming call.

 Setting item: CALL SOUND
 Further setting items: SOURCE VOL / TYPE SET

Select one of 5 connected Bluetooth compatible devices that you
previously registered.

Adjusting the volume (SOURCE VOL)

 Setting item: PAIRED DEV

You can emphasize or weaken the volume level of the Phone call, the
ring tone and the microphone input to fit your own preferences.

1
2

Turn the Rotary encoder to select a Bluetooth compatible
device you want to use (you want to change connection),
and then press ENTER.

Setting contents:
PHONE TALK:
−5 dB ~ +5 dB
RING TONE:
−5 dB ~ +5 dB
MIC GAIN:
−5 dB ~ +5 dB

Turn the Rotary encoder to select “CONNECT” to connect
the selected device.
The connected device is marked with “l”. Select “DISCONNECT”
to disconnect this device. Select “CLEAR” when you want to clear
the device from the device list.

Notes
• If the connection is successfully changed, “CONNECTED” is displayed
for 2 seconds and the  indicator lights up, then the display returns to
the SETUP screen.
• If a Smartphone is connected to this unit successfully, the C indicator
lights up to show the battery charge of the connected Smartphone. The
X indicator lights up when the battery charge is about 50%, the Z
indicator lights up when the battery charge is not enough, and it blinks
as a low level warning. The Z indicator goes out when the battery is
drained. At this time, the Bluetooth function is unavailable due to the
Smartphone powered off.
• Indicator i (Signal Strength):
The indicator will display the current signal strength of your service
provider. The I indicator blinks when the signal of the connected
Smartphone is very weak. The I indicator goes out when the
Smartphone is not in service area or receives no signal.
• Depending on the connected Smartphone, the C (battery charge),
and i (signal strength) indicators may not be displayed.
• A total of 5 devices can be registered. If a 6th device is registered, the
earliest registered device will be deleted automatically.

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Note
• The initial setting of PHONE TALK / RING TONE / MIC GAIN is 0.

Sound Auto setting (TYPE SET)
Depending on your calling environment, choose one of the settings
below which gives the best sound quality.

Setting contents:
TYPE1 (Initial setting) / TYPE2 / TYPE3 / TYPE4 / TYPE5
TYPE1:
Standard Mode (recommended)
TYPE2:
Enhances the noise reduction
TYPE3:
Enhances the echo-cancel
TYPE4:
Enhances both noise reduction and echo-cancel
TYPE5:
Weakens both noise reduction and echo-cancel

Note
• The functions below are designed to improve the sound quality of the
outgoing call.
Noise reduction: This function can reduce the road noise, but excessive
enhancement may affect the sound quality of the call.
Echo-cancel: This function can reduce the echo, but excessive
enhancement may affect the sound quality of the call.

Setting the caller information display
ON/OFF
You can choose whether to use this function according to the following
setting.

 Setting item: CALLER ID
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)
If you want to keep the ID information of the caller from others, set this
item to OFF. Depending on the stored ID information, “UNKNOWN”
and telephone number will be displayed.

Setting the Phone Book Update
You can update the phone book automatically or manually.

 Setting item: PB UPDATE
 Further Setting contents: AUTO/MANUAL

Setting the Phone Book Auto Update ON/OFF
(AUTO)
When you select AUTO ON in this step, whenever the vehicle’s ignition
is turned ON or after the phone is connected with this unit, the phone
book will be updated automatically.

Setting contents:
AUTO OFF / AUTO ON (Initial setting)
Note

Selecting the output speaker
Choose the speaker in your vehicle from which you want to hear the call.

 Setting item: SPEAKER SL
Setting contents:
ALL (Initial setting) / FRONT-L / FRONT-R / FRONT-LR
ALL:
The sound be output from all of speakers in car.
FRONT-L:
The sound only be output from the front left speaker.
FRONT-R:
The sound only be output from the front right speaker.
FRONT-LR:
The sound be output from the front left and front right speaker.

Note
• In 3WAY mode, the call sound is output from all of speaker in car.

Displaying the firmware version
The current firmware version will be displayed.

 Setting item: FW VERSION

Updating the firmware
Future Bluetooth firmware updates may become available for phone
interoperability.
For information to update your Bluetooth firmware, please visit your
local Alpine website or choose your country from Alpine home page
(http://www.alpine-usa.com).

• “UPDATING” will be displayed during the phone book update.

 Setting item: FW UPDATE

Setting the Phone Book Manual Update ON/OFF
(MANUAL)
When you select MANUAL YES in this step, the phone book will be
updated immediately regardless if the Auto update function is on or off.

Setting contents:
MANUAL NO (Initial setting) / MANUAL YES
Note
• “UPDATING” will be displayed during the phone book update.

Changing the Phone book List Order
The phone book is listed alphabetically by the first letter of FIRST or
LAST NAME.
Listing by FIRST NAME is the default but LAST NAME can be selected.

 Setting item: PB ORDER
Setting contents:
FIRST NAME (Initial setting) / LAST NAME
Note
• “WAITING” will be displayed while the Phone book order is switching.
You can quit the “WAITING” screen to perform other operations by
pressing t when the ordering is still in progress. At this time, the
phone book is not accessible. In addition, the ordering may affect the
playback of BT AUDIO.

Setting contents:
NO (Initial setting) / YES

Hands-Free Phone Control
About the Hands-Free Phone
Hands-free calls are possible when using a HSP (Head Set Profile) and
HFP (Hands-Free Profile) compatible Smartphone with this unit.

Notes
• Avoid performing a hands-free call in heavy traffic or on narrow or
winding streets.
• Close the windows while calling to reduce background noise.
• If both calling parties are using hands-free devices, or the call is made in
a noisy location, difficulty hearing the other person’s voice is normal.
• Depending on telephone line conditions or certain mobile devices used,
voices may sound unnatural.
• When using a microphone, speak as directly as you can into the
microphone to pick up the best sound quality.
• Certain Smartphone features are dependent on the capabilities and
settings of your service provider’s network. Additionally, certain features
may not be activated by your service provider, and/or the provider’s
network settings may limit the feature’s functionality.
Always contact your service provider about feature availability and
functionality.
All features, functionality, and other product specifications, as well as
the information contained in the Owner’s Manual are based upon the
latest available information and are believed to be accurate at the time
of printing.
Alpine reserves the right to change or modify any information or
specifications without notice or obligation.

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Answering a Call
Incoming calls are announced by the received call ring tone and a
displayed message (PHONE).

Press f or ENTER.

Redialing a Number In Outgoing History
Previously dialed telephone numbers (maximum number of call records
is 20) are stored in dialed calls history. You can redial a number by
searching from dialed calls history.

 Setting item: DIALED

The call starts.

Dialing a Number In Incoming History

Note
• While calling, the source sound on the unit is muted. After calling,
playback will resume.

Hanging up the Telephone

Telephone numbers from received calls (maximum number of call
records is 20) are stored in the Received List. You can redial these
numbers by searching here.

 Setting item: RECEIVED
Press f or t.
The call finishes.

Calling
Call History is recorded for the last dialed/received/missed calls (20
records for each). There are various ways of making calls based on the
“Calling”. The following steps 1 to 5 are common to the various ways of
making these calls. For details, refer to each individual category for
making calls.

Press f.
The outgoing method list is displayed.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the outgoing mode.
Setting contents:
DIALED / RECEIVED / MISSED / PHONE BOOK
DIALED:
Dialed history
RECEIVED:
Received history
MISSED:
Missed incoming history
PHONE BOOK:
Smartphone phone book

Press ENTER.
The outgoing mode is activated, and each mode list is displayed.
Note
• It may take some time for the list to be displayed after connection. This
list may not always update, depending on the connected device.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select a name or a telephone
number from the list.
Note
• You can use Phone book alphabet search function to search a name or
number from Phone Book. For details, refer to “Phone book Alphabet
Search Function” on page 34.

Press ENTER.
The selected telephone number will be called.
If one name has several numbers registered in the telephone
book, press ENTER after selecting the name*, and then turn
the Rotary encoder to choose the desired number and press
ENTER, the telephone will be called.
* If the name cannot be recognized, the telephone number will be
displayed.

Notes
• Press t to return to the previous mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to
normal mode automatically.

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Dialing a Number In Incoming Missed Call
History
Telephone numbers for received calls (maximum number of call records
is 20) that are missed, are stored in the Missed List. You can redial these
numbers by searching here.

 Setting item: MISSED

Dialing a Number In The Phone Book
Up to 1,000 names (at most 5 telephone numbers for each name) are
downloadable from a Smartphone. Dial a call by selecting a person from
the phone book list.

 Setting item: PHONE BOOK
Notes
• The order of the list display depends on the setting of “PB ORDER”
(refer to “Changing the Phone book List Order” on page 33).
• If the call history or phone book of the Smartphone is added or deleted
while it is connected to the unit, the list displayed on the unit may not
be brought up to date. If it is not updated, you cannot correctly place a
call.
• You can display the information of a number stored in phone book by
pressing k. Each press changes the display as Name  Telephone
label*/Telephone NO.  Name
If the name cannot be obtained, the number will be displayed. If the
label or number cannot be obtained, “NO LABEL” or “NO NUMBER”
will be displayed.
* The telephone label of a number depends on the number information
stored in Phone book of the Smartphone, which includes 4
types-MOBILE, HOME, OFFICE and OTHER.

Phone book Alphabet Search Function
You can select the first three letters to search for a desired name in
phone book list by using the Phone book alphabet search function.
For example:
Searching a name “Michael James”
The following example explains how the search is performed.
Depending on the setting in PB ORDER (refer to “Changing the Phone
book List Order” on page 33), the phone book is listed in first name or
last name order. Please search for the first name or last name according
to the setting.

Press BAND/ABC SEARCH while in the phone book list, the
phone book alphabet search mode is activated.
The letter selection screen is displayed.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the first letter (e.g. M),
and then press .

3
4

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the second letter (e.g. I),
and then press .

Preset a number in the Phone Menu
(Shortcut dial)

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the third letter (e.g. C),
and then press ENTER.
The names stored in phone book which begin with “MIC” are
searched.

• In the call waiting mode, you can press k to change the display
between the current call and the person on hold.

Assign numbers that you dial frequently to presets for quick recall. You
can assign up to six frequently called phone numbers to number presets.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired name (e.g.
Michael James), and then press ENTER to make the
call.

Select a number you want to preset from the Phone Menu
list (PHONE BOOK, DIALED, etc.). Press and hold any one of
the preset buttons (1 through 6) as the one that you wish
to store the number for at least 2 seconds.

Notes
• The Alphabet Search Function is only applicable to English alphabet
characters.
• If the selected name has more than one number registered in the phone
book, you need to turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired
number, and then press ENTER.
• Press  in step 3 or 4 to delete the current entry and return to the
previous step.
• You can search for a name by its first letter, first two letters or first three
letters. Press ENTER after entering the desired number of letters. A
list displays the names beginning with the entered letter(s).

Voice Control Operation
When a Smartphone equipped with voice recognition function is paired
with this unit, the Smartphone can be controlled by Voice Control via
this unit.

Press and hold VOICE CTRL. for at least 2 seconds to
activate the Voice Recognition mode.
After the Voice Recognition mode is activated and “SPEAK” is
displayed, you can make a phone call, play a song, etc., via this
unit by inputting voice control commands*.
* Please refer to your Smartphone manual for other voice control
commands.

Notes
• You can perform this operation only when a Voice recognition
compatible Smartphone is connected. If the Smartphone is not
compatible with the Voice recognition, “NO SUPPORT” is displayed for
2 seconds.
• The Voice recognition performance depends on the Smartphone and
mounting location of the microphone. Please pay attention when the
microphone is mounted.
• Voice recognition operation depends on the function of the Smartphone.
For details, refer to the Owner’s Manual of the Smartphone.
• If the person you are calling is not found, “NO CALL” is displayed for 2
seconds.
• Please obey all local traffic laws while using this function.

Call waiting function
If a second call is received during a current call, you can have the first
caller wait momentarily while you take the second call. When you are
finished with one call, you can switch to the other one.

If a second call is received during the current call (call1),
the information of second caller (call2) is displayed
instead of the current caller’s name. Press 2, the call
waiting mode is activated.
In this case, call1 is on hold, while you take call2.

Notes

The phone number you selected is stored in presets.

Notes
• If the name has several numbers registered in the phone book, press
ENTER after selecting the name. Turn the Rotary encoder to
choose the desired number. Press and hold any one of the preset
buttons (1 through 6) for at least 2 seconds. The selected number is
stored as a preset number.
• A total of 30 phone numbers can be stored in the preset memory ( 6
numbers for each Smartphone in the paired device list). If a
Smartphone is deleted from the paired device list, the stored preset
numbers of this Smartphone are deleted, even when it is paired again.
• If you store a phone number in a preset with a previously stored
number, the current number will be cleared and replaced by the new
one.

Dialing the preset number

Press any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) that has
had a number stored in the phone mode.
The information (name/number) stored in the preset station is
displayed.

Press ENTER or f.
The stored preset number is dialed directly.

Adjusting the volume when receiving a
Call
While calling, you can adjust the volume.

Turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the volume.
Note
• You may need to increase volume from your regular audio listening
source level. However, increasing the volume excessively may result in
feedback. Feedback is directly related to the volume. Turning down the
volume as low as acceptable, will reduce it. Positioning the microphone
in a direction away from the main car speakers (e.g. clipped on sun
visor) may also reduce feedback at high volume.

Muting the microphone input quickly
(Voice Mute)
During a call, activating the Voice Mute function will instantly mute the
microphone input. Your voice will not be heard by the caller.

During a call, press  to mute the microphone input.
Press  again to bring the microphone input back to its
previous volume level.

• In the call waiting mode, press 1 or 2 to switch between the current call
and the person on hold.
• In the call waiting mode, press and hold 1 or 2 for at least 2 seconds to
hang up call1 or call2, and the other call will be answered
automatically. (The action depends on the paired device.)

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Call Switching Operation
During a call, this function allows you to initiate the transfer of the
audio between the Smartphone and the speakers in the car.

During a call, press OBAND or press and hold  for
at least 2 seconds to switch the call sound between the
unit and Smartphone.
Note
• Depending on the Smartphone, this operation may not be possible.

Bluetooth Audio Operation
With a Bluetooth compatible Smartphone or music player, it’s possible to
play and control music playback wirelessly*.
* To play back audio, a Smartphone or a portable player conforming to
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) and AVRCP (Audio/
Video Remote Control Profile) is required.
Not all functions work with all devices.

Notes
• Set BT IN to ON when you want to use Bluetooth Audio function. Refer
to “Setting the Bluetooth Connection (BT IN)” on page 31.
• During a call, sound on the Bluetooth audio source is muted.
• If you operate the Hands-free phone (e.g. searching in the phone book)
while using the Bluetooth Audio function, Bluetooth Audio playback
may be affected.

Recalling the Bluetooth Audio Mode
Press V/SOURCE to select the BT AUDIO mode.

Selecting the desired Song
Press  or  to select the desired Song.
Pressing and holding  or  will fast backward/fast
forward track continuously.

Note
• The action depends on the paired device.

Pausing
Press .
A playback stops. Pressing again will resume a playback.

Selecting the desired Group
Press  or  to select the desired Group.
Note
• This function is not available on all paired devices.

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Searching for a desired song
Artist name, album name, etc., may be searched and displayed during
playback or pause.

1
2
3
4

Press ENTER to activate the search mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Group
(Folder), and then press ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired album,
folder, etc., within the selected Group (Folder), and then
press ENTER.
Repeat step 3 if necessary until the desired song is found.

Notes
• Search mode may differ depending on the paired device.
• The pause mode may be canceled after the search.
• This function may not available depending on the paired device.

Flash Memory (optional)

About MP3/WMA File of Flash Memory
Playing back MP3/WMA
MP3/WMA files are prepared, then stored to a Flash Memory Device.
This unit can recognize at most 255 folders and 255 files per folder
stored in Flash Memory. Playback may not be performed if a Flash
Memory Device exceeds the limitations described above.
Do not make a file’s playback time more than 1 hour.

 CDE-W265BT

USB Memory
(sold separately)

Media supported
This device can play back files stored on Flash Memory devices
designed for USB connection.

Corresponding File Systems
This device supports FAT 12/16/32 for Flash Memory devices.

/SOURCE

USB Memory
(sold separately)

Cable (sold
separately)

 CDE-164BT
/SOURCE
USB Memory
(sold separately)

USB Memory
(sold separately)

Cable (sold
separately)

Playback MP3/WMA Files from Flash Memory
(optional)
If a Flash Memory device is connected to the unit, MP3/WMA files can
be searched and played back.

1
2

Press VSOURCE to select the USB AUDIO mode.
To pause playback, press .
Pressing  again will resume playback.

Notes
• This unit plays back files in Flash Memory with the same controls and
modes used for playback of CDs containing MP3/WMA. For details,
refer to “CD/MP3/WMA” on page 13.
• The root folder is displayed as “\ROOT”.
• Before disconnecting Flash Memory, be sure to change to another source
or set to pause.
• The playback time may not be correctly displayed when a VBR
(Variable Bit Rate) recorded file is played back.

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iPod/iPhone (optional)
 CDE-W265BT


Preset buttons
(1 through 3)





Preset buttons
(4 through 6)

Connecting an iPod/iPhone
An iPod/iPhone can be connected to this unit by using the Interface
cable for iPod (included with iPod/iPhone). When an iPod/iPhone is
connected to this unit, you can choose to control the iPod/iPhone using
its own controls or by the head unit controls. For details, refer to “Setting
the iPod Control” on page 39.

 CDE-W265BT
This unit


/SOURCE

iPod/iPhone
(sold separately)

 /ENTER/OPTION

USB Connection Terminal

Rotary encoder
/BAND/ABC SEARCH

 CDE-164BT
Included with iPod/iPhone

 /ENTER/OPTION
Rotary encoder
/SOURCE


 CDE-164BT
This unit


/BAND/ABC SEARCH





USB Connection Terminal

iPod/iPhone
(sold separately)

Preset buttons
(1 through 6)

Included with iPod/iPhone

Notes
• Internet and telephone functions of the iPod touch or iPhone, etc., can
also be used when connecting to this unit. However, using these
functions will stop or pause the currently playing songs. At this time do
not operate the unit to avoid a malfunction.
• An iPhone connected to this unit is usable as an iPod or a hands-free
phone. The iPhone must be paired with the unit's Bluetooth to use the
hands-free function.
• Do not leave an iPod/iPhone in a car, as its mechanism is sensitive to
high temperature and humidity conditions, and damage may result.
About iPod/iPhone models usable with this unit
• The following devices have been certified following Made for iPod
guidelines. Correct function of earlier versions cannot be guaranteed.
iPod nano (7th generation): Ver.1.0.2
iPod touch (5th generation): Ver.7.0.4
iPod touch (4th generation): Ver.6.1.5
iPod nano (6th generation): Ver.1.2
iPod touch (3rd generation): Ver.5.1.1

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iPod nano (5th generation): Ver.1.0.2
iPod classic (160 GB) (Late 2009): Ver.2.0.4
iPod touch (2nd generation): Ver.4.2.1
iPod nano (4th generation): Ver.1.0.4
iPod classic (120 GB): Ver.2.0.1
iPod touch (1st generation): Ver.3.1.3
iPod nano (3rd generation): Ver.1.1.3
iPod classic (80 GB, 160 GB): Ver.1.1.2
• The following devices have been certified following Made for iPhone
guidelines. Correct function of earlier versions cannot be guaranteed.
iPhone 5s: Ver.7.1.1
iPhone 5c: Ver.7.1.1
iPhone 5: Ver.7.1.1
iPhone 4s: Ver.7.1.1
iPhone 4: Ver.7.1.1
iPhone 3GS: Ver.6.1.6
iPhone 3G: Ver.4.2.1
iPhone: Ver.3.1.3
• For clarity in identifying your model of iPod, please see Apple’s own
document “Identifying iPod models” at
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353
• This unit does not support video playback from iPod/iPhone, even
using a video-compatible cable.

Notes
• A song playing on the iPod/iPhone while it is connected to this unit will
continue to play from where it was paused after disconnection.
• If you listen to an episode from a selected Podcast or Audiobook, the
episode can be changed by pressing  or .
• An episode may have several chapters. The chapter can be changed by
pressing  or .

Searching for a desired Song
An iPod/iPhone can contain hundreds of songs. Use one of the search
modes listed below, that you deem most effective in finding a desired
song.
Each music category has its own individual hierarchy. Use the Playlist/
Artist/Album/Song/Podcast/Genre/Composer/Audiobook/Genius Mix
List search mode to narrow searches based on the table below.
Hierarchy 1

Hierarchy 2

Hierarchy 3

Hierarchy 4

Playlist

Song

—

Artist*

Album*

Song

—

Album*

Song

—

Song

—

Podcast

Episode

—

Genre*

Artist*

Album*

Song

Composer*

Album*

Song

—

Audiobook

—

Genius Mix List

—

Setting the iPod Control
When an iPod/iPhone is connected, operate it from its own controls or
from the head unit.

Press and hold /ENTER/OPTION for at least 2 seconds
during iPod source.
The Option menu for iPod mode is activated.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select APP DIRECT, and then
press ENTER.
The iPod control mode will be switched between iPod MODE
and HU MODE.
HU (HEAD UNIT) MODE:
Operate the iPod/iPhone via this unit.
This mode allows you to use M.I.X. play, repeat and music search in
an iPod/iPhone from the head unit.

For example:
Searching by Artist name
The following example explains how an ARTIST search is performed.
Selecting another search category operates in the same manner but
using a different hierarchy.

1
2

• In HU MODE, if you operate from an iPod/iPhone, the head unit’s
display and operations may not correspond with those of the iPod/
iPhone.
iPod MODE:
Operate the iPod/iPhone using its own controls. When iPod MODE
is selected, some functions will not be operable via the head unit.

*1 Refer to “Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.)” on page 41.
*2 Depending on the connected iPod/iPhone, Genius Mix function
may not be supported.
*3 When an iPod/iPhone with Genius Mix List created by iTunes is
connected to this unit, GENIUS MIX search mode can be used
to search a Genius Mix List.

Notes

Note

• During HU MODE, you can switch to iPod MODE directly by pressing
OBAND.
• Once the control mode is changed, the iPod/iPhone is paused. Press
 to continue.

• The display of search mode list varies depending on the setting of iPod
LIST. For details, refer to “iPod/iPhone Search Mode Setting” on
page 29.

3
1
2

Pressing and holding  or  will fast backward/fast
forward the current track.

Press VSOURCE to switch to the iPod source.
Press  or  to select the desired song.

To pause playback, press .
Pressing  again will resume playback.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the ARTIST search
mode, and then press ENTER.
SHUFFLEALL*1  PLAYLIST  ARTIST  ALBUM  SONG 
PODCAST  GENRE  COMPOSER  AUDIOBOOK 
GENIUS MIX*2/*3  SHUFFLEALL

Note

Playback

Press ENTER to activate the search selection mode.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Artist, and
then press ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Album, and
then press ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Song, and
then press ENTER.

Notes
• This function is unavailable when iPod MODE is selected in “Setting
the iPod Control” (refer to “Setting the iPod Control” on page 39). And
“iPod CONTROL” will be displayed.

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• After pressing and holding ENTER for at least 2 seconds while in
each hierarchy (except SONG, AUDIOBOOK and GENIUS MIX List
hierarchy), all songs of the selected hierarchy are played back.
• Playback [ALL] is only applicable for those categories marked with“*”,
press and hold ENTER for at least 2 seconds to play back all songs
in the iPod/iPhone or selected search mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the search mode is canceled.
• In the search mode, pressing t will return to the previous mode.
• When search is made during M.I.X. play, the M.I.X. play mode will be
canceled.
• When search is made during song downloading on iPhone,
“UPDATING” will be displayed for a few second and the search mode
will be canceled.
• “NO SONG” will be displayed if there are no songs in the selected
playlist in the PLAYLIST search mode.
• “NO PODCAST” will be displayed if there is no podcast data in the
iPod/iPhone in the PODCAST search mode.
• “NO AUDIOBOOK” will be displayed if there is no audiobook data in
the iPod/iPhone in AUDIOBOOK search mode.
• “NO GENIUS” will be displayed if there is no genius mix list data in the
GENIUS MIX search mode.
• If “iPod name” stored in the iPod/iPhone is selected in the Playlist
search mode, and ENTER is pressed, you can search for all songs in
the iPod/iPhone. Also, if you press and hold ENTER for at least 2
seconds, all songs in the iPod/iPhone are played back.
• Depending on the iPod/iPhone, podcast search is not supported.
• Press any of the preset buttons (1 through 6) during a search to skip
over a calculated percentage of songs. For details, refer to “Direct Search
Function” on page 40.
• During search mode, a search can be made quickly by Alphabet search
function to find the desired artist or song, etc. For details, refer to
“Alphabet Search Function” on page 40.

Select Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/
Composer/Episode
Playlist/Artist/Album/Genre/Composer/Episode can be easily changed.
For example, if you listen to a song from a selected album, the album can
be changed.

Press  or  to select the desired Playlist/Artist/Album/
Genre/Composer/Episode.
Notes
• If the song search mode was used to select a song, this function is
inactive.
• If an album is selected during an artist search, other albums by that
artist are searchable.
• This function is inactive during shuffle (M.I.X.) playback.

Alphabet Search Function
Quickly find an artist, album, etc. by the first letter in its title or name.

1
2

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired initial letter
(e.g. select “M”), and then press ENTER.
A list which begins with the selected initial letter is searched.

Direct Search Function

During search mode, press BAND/ABC SEARCH to activate
Alphabet Search function.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired item (which
begins with initial letter “M”), and then press ENTER.
The item is selected.

The unit’s direct search function can be used to search for an album,
song, etc., more efficiently. In PLAYLIST/ARTIST/ALBUM/SONG/
PODCAST/GENRE/COMPOSER/AUDIOBOOK mode, you can
quickly target any song.

In the search mode, press any one of the preset buttons (1
through 6) to quickly skip over a designated percent of
your song content.
Song search example:
If there are 100 songs in your iPod/iPhone, they are divided into 6
groups using percentages (shown below). These groups are
assigned to the preset buttons (1 through 6).
Example 1:
Suppose the song you are searching for is located at around the
middle (50%) of your library: press button 4 to jump to the 50th
song and turn the Rotary encoder to find the desired song.
Example 2:
Suppose the song you are searching for is located near the end
(83%) of your library: press button 6 to jump to the 83rd song
and turn the Rotary encoder to find the desired song.
All 100 songs (100%)
0%

17%

33%

50%

67%

83%

Preset
buttons

Songs

1st
song

17th
song

33rd
song

50th
song

67th
song

83rd
song

Notes
• This function is inactive during Alphabet Search mode.
• This function is also applicable to CD/MP3/WMA search.

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Notes
• The Alphabet Search Function is only applicable to English alphabetic
characters.
• While in Alphabet search mode, pressing t will return to the previous
mode.
• If the PLAYLIST search mode is used to search for a song, the Alphabet
search function is inactive in the song search hierarchy.
• This function is unavailable when GENIUS MIX is selected.

Search Position Memory
During iPod/iPhone playback, you can quickly return to the
last-selected hierarchy level in the search mode.

Press t.
The hierarchy you selected last in the search mode is displayed.

Note
• This function is unavailable when iPod MODE is selected in “Setting
the iPod Control” (refer to “Setting the iPod Control” on page 39).

Random Play Shuffle (M.I.X.)

Displaying the Text

The Shuffle function of the iPod/iPhone is displayed as s on this unit.

You can display the tag information of a song in the iPod/iPhone.

Shuffle Albums:
The songs on each album are played back in the order they were
recorded. Upon completion of all the songs on the album, the next
album is selected randomly. This continues until all albums have
been played.
Shuffle Songs:
Song shuffle randomly plays back songs within a selected category
(playlist, album, etc.). The songs within the category are played just
once until all songs have been played.

Press L.

Press k.
Each press changes the display.
Note
• When the TEXTSCROLL is set to MANUAL, press and hold k for at
least 2 seconds, the current text will be scrolled one time.
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME  ARTIST NAME*/SONG TITLE* 
ALBUM NAME*/SONG TITLE*  TRACK NO./CLOCK 
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME

* TAG information
“ARTIST”/“ALBUM”/“SONG” is displayed if there is no tag
information.

The songs are played back in random sequence.
MIX ALBUM*1  MIX SONG*2  MIX OFF  MIX ALBUM

Notes

*1 Shuffle Albums.
*2 Shuffle Songs.

• The maximum number of characters for the head unit is 70 (70 byte).
• Some characters may not be correctly displayed.

To cancel M.I.X. play, select (MIX OFF) with the above
procedure.
Note
• If a song is selected in the album search mode before selecting M.I.X.
play, the songs will not play back randomly even when Shuffle Albums
is selected.

Shuffle ALL:
Shuffle ALL plays all songs in the iPod/iPhone randomly. Any one
song does not play back again until all songs have been played back.

1
2

Press ENTER to activate the search selection mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select SHUFFLEALL, and then
press ENTER.
To cancel M.I.X. play, press L to select OFF.
Notes
• If Shuffle ALL is selected, the selected songs being played back in the
search mode are canceled.
• This function is unavailable when iPod MODE is selected in “Setting
the iPod Control” (refer to “Setting the iPod Control” on page 39).

Repeat Play
Only Repeat One is available for the iPod/iPhone.
Repeat One:
A single song is repeatedly played back.

Press M.
The song is played back repeatedly.
REPEAT ONE*  REPEAT OFF  REPEAT ONE
* Repeat One.

To cancel repeat play, select (REPEAT OFF) with the above
procedure.

Note
• Depending on the connected iPod, track up/down may be not available
during Repeat play.

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Pandora® internet radio
(Optional)
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Preset buttons
(1 through 3)



Preset buttons
(4 through 6)

Listening to Pandora®

1
2
3

Connect a Smartphone with the latest version of
Pandora® installed.
Press VSOURCE to switch to the PANDORA mode.
To pause playback, press .
Pressing  again will resume playback.

To skip to the next song, press .

Notes
• The operation to replay a previous song is not available.
• Pandora® limits the number of skips allowed on their service. If you
attempt to skip songs beyond the limit, “SKIP LIMIT REACHED” is
displayed.
• The unit remembers the source just before turning off the power. If
Pandora® is the last SOURCE to be played, it will appear as the
SOURCE the next time the unit is power up even if the app is not
launched on your iPhone.
• Pandora® audio could drop out in areas with poor phone coverage.
• The display content varies when ads are received.
• The playback time may not be correctly displayed.
/SOURCE
 /ENTER
Rotary encoder

You can personalize your stations with “THUMBS UP” or “THUMBS
DOWN” feedback, which the system takes into account for future music
selections.

 CDE-164BT
 /ENTER
Rotary encoder
/SOURCE


During playback, press u or d for thumbs up or thumbs
down.

Preset buttons
(1 through 6)

Pandora® internet radio is your own FREE personalized radio now
available to stream music on your Smartphone (which runs Android OS,
BlackBerry OS or iOS).
Just start with the name of one of your favorite artists, songs or classical
composers and Pandora® will create a “station” that plays their music
and more music like it.
The unit enables you to interact with your Pandora® account by
connecting a Smartphone that has the latest version of the Pandora®
application installed.

Notes

• Some Pandora® application functions are not available when using this
unit.
• Pandora® is also controllable from an iPod touch with Wi-Fi
connection.
• Pandora® is available on iOS, Android OS and BlackBerry OS with this
unit.
• Before this operation, set ALPINE APP to USB or BT depending on the
connected Smartphone. For details, refer to “Application Setting (APP)”
on page 29.

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“Thumbs” Feedback

The “u” icon appears in the display. Pandora® will add
similar music to your station.

The “d” icon is displayed. Pandora® will ban that song
from your station, and the current song is skipped. If the
number of skips allowed has reached its limit, the current
song continues to play back.

Note
• In some situations, “THUMBS” feedback may not be available.
“PLEASE TRY AGAIN” will be displayed.

Searching for a Desired Station
You can display your station list and select stations directly from this
unit.

Press ENTER to activate the Search mode.

Alphabet Search:

Turn the Rotary encoder to select “A-Z”, and then press
ENTER.
The “A-Z” search mode is activated and the station names are
listed alphabetically.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired station, and
then press ENTER.
Pandora® will play that station.

Search by Date Added:

Turn the Rotary encoder to select “BY DATE”, and then
press ENTER.
The “BY DATE” search mode is activated and the station names
are listed by the date they were added to the account.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired station, and
then press ENTER.
Pandora® will play that station.

Bookmarking a Desired Song or Artist
The currently playing track or artist can be bookmarked and saved to
your Pandora® account.

The Pandora® Bookmark screen is displayed.

Genre Search:

Turn the Rotary encoder to select “GENRE”, and then press
ENTER.
The “GENRE” search mode is activated and all the genre types
are listed.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired genre type,
and then press ENTER.

During playback, press 3 b (Bookmarks).

Turn the Rotary encoder to select “TRACK (Bookmark)” or
“ARTIST (Bookmark)”, and then press ENTER.
The current track or artist is bookmarked. “BOOKMARK TRACK”
or “BOOKMARK ARTIST” is displayed.

Notes
• Your bookmarks can be viewed on your “Profile” page at
www.pandora.com.
• In some situations, bookmarks may not be available.
• When Bookmark operation is failed, “PLEASE TRY AGAIN” will be
displayed.

The stations of the desired genre are listed.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired station, and
then press ENTER.
Pandora® will play that station.

Notes
• The shared station is marked with “H” in search list. The current
station is marked with “K” in the search list. And then if the current
station is a shared station, the station will be marked with “J”.
• If any one of the preset buttons (1 through 6) is pressed in the
search mode, a search can be made quickly by skipping the specified
number of channels. For details, refer to “Direct Search Function” on
page 40.
• When the desired station can’t be found, turn to SHUFFLE mode to
select station randomly.

Creating a New Station
Based on currently playing track or artist, you can create a new station
and save to your Pandora® account.

During playback, press n 4 (New Station).
The Pandora® New Station screen is displayed.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select “TRACK” or “ARTIST”,
and then press ENTER.
A “NEW TRACK” or “NEW ARTIST” pop-up screen.
A New Station based on current track or artist is created.

Notes

Press ENTER to activate the Search mode.

• Your New Station can be viewed on your “Profile” page at
www.pandora.com.
• In some situations, creating a new station function may not be
available.
• If this operation fails, “PLEASE TRY AGAIN” will be displayed.
• When the Smartphone is not connected to this unit, you can create
personalized Pandora® stations using the Pandora® Application on
your Smartphone. You can also create stations on the web at
www.pandora.com.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select “A-Z” or “BY DATE”, and
then press ENTER.

Search Position Memory

Shuffle
Use Shuffle to create a playlist based on two or more of your Pandora®
stations. Edit your Shuffle station selections on the Pandora®
Compatible Application for iPhone when it is not connected to this unit.

1
2

The “A-Z” or “BY DATE” search mode is activated and the station
name is displayed.

Press ENTER while selecting “SHUFFLE”.

During playback, you can quickly return to the last-selected hierarchy
level in the search mode.

Notes

Press t.

• The songs from the created stations are played back in random
sequence.
• Select another station during search mode to cancel Shuffle.
• During search list mode, the s icon will be displayed when the
current station belongs to SHUFFLE.

The hierarchy you selected last in the search mode is displayed.

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SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
Operation

Changing the Display
Press k.

Station Name*

Artist Name*

Elapsed Time

Song Title*

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

Preset buttons
(1 through 3)





/Tag

Album Name*
Song Title*

Preset buttons
(4 through 6)

Clock

Station Name*
Elapsed Time

* TAG information
If there is no text information, nothing will be displayed.
Note
• Some characters may not be correctly displayed.


/SOURCE

/SETUP
 /ENTER
Rotary encoder

/BAND

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/SOURCE  /ENTER/OPTION
/SETUP Rotary encoder



/BAND


/Tag


Preset buttons
(1 through 6)

SiriusXM Tuner operation:
When a SiriusXM Tuner is connected to this unit, the following
operations may be performed.

Receiving Channels with the SiriusXM Tuner
About SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Only SiriusXM brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one
place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the
best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Welcome to the
world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are
required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com .

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Activating your SiriusXM Subscription
After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna,
power on your CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT and select SiriusXM mode. You
should be able to hear the SiriusXM preview channel on Channel 1. If
you cannot hear the preview channel, please check the installation
instructions to make sure your SiriusXM Connect tuner is properly
installed.
After you can hear the Preview channel, tune to Channel 0 to find the
Radio ID of your tuner. In addition, the Radio ID is located on the
bottom of the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and its packaging. You
will need this number to activate your subscription. Write the number
down for reference.

Notes
• Press r to return to the previous mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to
normal mode automatically.

Managing Artist and Song Alerts
The following operations can be performed to change the Alert settings.
The Artist and Song Alerts feature allows you to mark Artists and Songs
from the current channel and then the unit alerts you later when the
marked Artists or Songs are playing on other channels.

Note
• The SiriusXM Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S or F.
In the USA, you can activate online or by calling SiriusXM Listener care:
• Visit www.siriusxm.com/activatenow
• Call SiriusXM Listener Care at 1-866-635-2349
For Canadian Subscriptions, please contact:
• Visit www.siriusxm.ca/activatexm
• Call XM customer Care at 1-877-438-9677
As part of the activation process, the SiriusXM satellites will send an
activation message to your tuner. When your radio detects that the
tuner has received the activation message, your radio will display
“SUBSCRIP UPDATED - ANY KEY TO CONTINUE”. Once subscribed, you
can tune to channels in your subscription plan. Note, the activation
process usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. Your
radio will need to be powered on and receiving the SiriusXM signal to
receive the activation message.

Note
• The SiriusXM Satellite Radio controls on this unit are available only
when a SiriusXM Tuner is connected.

1
2

Press VSOURCE to activate the Satellite Radio (SIRIUS
XM) mode.
Press  or  to select the desired channel.
Holding down  or  will rapidly browse through the
channels.
Alternatively, you can enter the number of the desired channel
using the numeric keypad on an optional remote control.

SiriusXM Setting
The following steps 1 to 5 are common to the various SiriusXM
functions. For details, refer to each individual function.

1
2

Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds to
activate the SETUP mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select “SIRIUS XM”, and then
press ENTER.
The SiriusXM setup mode is activated.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired item and
then press ENTER.
SiriusXM:
ALERTSETUP  GAME ALERT  P-LOCK  SIGNAL IND 
TUNE START*  ALERTSETUP

* Displayed only when the SiriusXM Tuner-SXV200 or later is
connected.

4
5

Turn the Rotary encoder to change the settings.
Press and hold YSETUP for at least 2 seconds.

 Setting item: ALERTSETUP
Setting contents:
ALERT LIST / ALERT / A S ALERT / DELETE ALL
ALERT LIST
This menu option allows you to enable the Artist/Song alert for
individual Artist/Songs (ALERT ON or OFF) or to delete individual
stored Artist/Song alerts (DELETE).
1 Turn the Rotary encoder to select ALERT LIST, and then press
ENTER.
2 Turn the Rotary encoder to select a stored Artist or Song,
and then press ENTER.
3 Turn the Rotary encoder to ALERT to enable (ALERT ON) or
disable (ALERT OFF) the alert for the selected Artist/Song or
turn the Rotary encoder to select DELETE to delete the
selected Artist/Song from memory.
ALERT
This menu option allows you to temporarily disable the Artist/
Song Alerts for all Artists/Songs. When the Alerts are re-enabled,
individual Artist/Song Alert disabled in the ALERT LIST menu
setting remain disabled.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select ALERT ON or OFF, and
then press ENTER.
If ON is set, the alerts for all stored Artists/Songs are enabled.
If OFF is set, the alerts for all stored Artists/Songs are disabled.
A S ALERT
This menu option allows you to enable the alerts of all sources.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select ON or OFF, and then press
ENTER.
If ON is set, the alert for all sources is enabled.
If OFF is set, only the alert for the SiriusXM source is enabled.
DELETE ALL
This operation will delete all alerts (artists, songs and team) stored
in memory.
After selecting this item,
Turn the Rotary encoder to select DELETE ALL YES or NO,
and then press ENTER.

Setting the Favorite Sports Team Alerts
This menu option allows you to select your favorite teams, organized by
leagues, so that you will be alerted later when your favorite teams are
playing on other channels.

 Setting item: GAME ALERT
After selecting GAME ALERT, a sports league list will be displayed.
1 Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired league, and
then press ENTER.
2 Turn the Rotary encoder to select a team you want to store,
and then press ENTER.
“TEAM SAVED” and “XXU(sed)/YYE(mpty)” are displayed.
XX is the total number of Artist/Song/GameAlert™ items stored
in memory, and YY is the total number of memory slots still
available for storage.
Note
• Select “NONE” on the team list if you do not want to store in
memory.

The SETUP mode is canceled.

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Setting the Parental Control
The Parental Control feature allows you to limit access to any SiriusXM
channels, including those with mature content. When enabled, the
Parental Control feature requires you to enter a passcode to tune to the
locked channels. You can unlock a channel or change the passcode using
this menu option.

Confirming the strength of the SiriusXM
signal
You can check the signal strength through this setting item.

 Setting item: SIGNAL IND
Setting content:
SIGNAL IND

 Setting item: P-LOCK

SIGNAL IND:
This menu item displays the SiriusXM signal strength as STRONG,
GOOD, WEAK or NO SIGNAL.

Setting contents:
CLEAR ALL / LOCKED CH / EDIT CODE
How to input passcode?

Note

• If the Signal Indicator reports Weak or No Signal and your vehicle is
parked outside with no obstructions to the southern sky, then your
SiriusXM antenna may not be properly installed or may have become
damaged.

After select P-LOCK, a passcode input screen will be
displayed.
Input the passcode using the Rotary encoder.
The initial default 4-digit passcode is set to 0000.
The passcode is entered one digit at a time with the Rotary
encoder.
For example, by turning to clockwise 2 steps, the number 1 is
selected.
After entering the digit, it is displayed as “l” (asterisk).

3
4

Press , and then input the next digit of the passcode
as described in step 2.

Setting TuneStart™
With the TuneStart™ feature turned ON, you will hear the beginning of
the song when you tune to one of your Preset music channels from the
current band of presets. It may take a minute or two for the feature to
work after power up or after changing preset bands.

 Setting item: TUNE START
Setting contents:
OFF / ON (Initial setting)

Repeat steps 2 to 3 until the 4 digits of the passcode are
entered, and then press ENTER.

OFF:
When set to OFF, TuneStart™ mode is unavailable.

After the correct passcode is entered, the CLEAR ALL/LOCKED
CH/EDIT CODE items can be selected.

ON:
When ON, selecting a SmartFavorites or Preset Channel will
automatically start the currently song from the beginning,
depending on the channel content type. Pressing r will return
to live satellite radio.

CLEAR ALL:
Unlock all locked channels.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select CLEAR ALL YES, and then
press ENTER.
LOCKED CH:
After selecting this item, turn the Rotary encoder to select a
channel from channel list, press ENTER to select to lock or
unlock the channel. Locked channels cannot be tuned without
entering the passcode.
The locked channel will be displayed with an “L” before the
channel No.
EDIT CODE:
Change the passcode.
1 Input the old passcode as described in steps 1 to 4 in “How to
input passcode?”.
After the old passcode is entered, the new passcode input
screen will be displayed.
2 Input the new passcode as described in steps 1 to 4 in “How
to input passcode?”.
A confirm screen (CONFIRM) will be displayed and the new
passcode must be entered again for confirmation.
When the passcode is changed successfully, the unit will
display CODE SAVED.
Note
• Keep a note of the numbers somewhere safe in case you should
forget it.

Note
• Displayed only when SiriusXM Tuner-SXV200 or later is connected.

Checking the SiriusXM Radio ID Number
The SiriusXM Radio ID is required for activation and can be found by
tuning to Channel 0 as well as by looking on the label found on the
SiriusXM Connect tuner and its’ packaging. The Radio ID does not
include the letters I, O, S or F.

While in the Satellite Radio Mode, press  or  to
select channel “0”.
The unit displays “RADIO ID” and ID number at the same time.

To cancel the ID number display, select a channel other
than “0”.

Storing Channel Presets

Press OBAND to select the desired band you want to
store the preset in.
There are 3 Satellite Radio Preset bands.
Each press of OBAND changes the band: SXM1  SXM2 
SXM3  SXM1

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Tune to the desired channel, and then press and hold (for
at least 2 seconds) one of the preset buttons (1 through 6)
to store the channel.
The display then shows the stored Band and preset number (for
example, SXM1-3 is shown when preset 3 of BAND1 is selected).
The channel is designated as a SmartFavorites channel.

Repeat the procedure to store up to 5 other channels onto
the same band.

Notes

• Compatible with SXV200 or later tuner models. TuneScan™ channels
are comprised of SmartFavorites Channels and may take a few minutes
after power On or Preset Band change to operate.
• If you use this function after changing the band within 5 seconds,
“SCAN UNAVL” will be displayed.
• If no operation is performed during the scanning process, when
scanning finishes, the next mode depends on the SiriusXM Tuner.
• The SiriusXM Tuner scans through the songs from the SmartFavorites
channels on the current band only, scanning from oldest to newest.

Notes
• A total of 18 channels can be stored in the preset memory, 6 Channels
for each band (SXM1, SXM2 and SXM3).
• If you store a new channel into a preset which already has a channel
assigned, the current channel will be cleared and replaced with the new
one.

TuneStart™ Function
With the TuneStart™ feature turned ON, you will hear the beginning of
the song when you tune to one of your SmartFavorites channels. It may
take a minute or two for the feature to work after power up or after
changing preset bands. Information for turning TUNE START ON or
OFF can be found in the SiriusXM Setting section on page 45.

Tuning Channels using Presets

Notes

• Preset stations that play other than music-type content will start playing
the channel from the current live play point when selected.
• Compatible with SXV200 or later tuner models.

Press OBAND to select the desired band of Presets you
wish to access.
Press the preset buttons (1 through 6) that has your
desired Satellite Radio channel stored in memory.

SmartFavorites Functions
SmartFavorites allow you to rewind and replay any missed
programming from your current Band of Preset channels. Miss a music,
news, talk or sports segment? No Problem, because you can rewind and
replay when you tune to one of your SmartFavorites channel and hear
what you missed. Note that buffering starts 5 seconds after changing the
band. It takes 5 seconds for SmartFavorites to start buffering the preset
channels in the new band. TuneScan and TuneStart functions are
enabled by the above-mentioned SmartFavorites functionality.

Notes
• Compatible with SXV200 or later tuner models.
• SmartFavorites channels are the same as Preset channels on this
Owner’s Manual.

TuneScan™ Function
If you’ve got more than one Favorites music channel, you’ve got a lot of
choices every time you tune in. Instead of pushing every preset button
and hearing the live song, you can simply use the TuneScan function to
get a short preview of songs that you have missed on each of your
SmartFavorites music channels. Find a song you like and press
/ENTER again to continue listening to that song. You can even skip
back if you think you missed the preview or if you are not interested in
the current preview, skip forward.

Press and hold /ENTER/OPTION for at least 2 seconds
when you want to scan the preset music.
The Option mode is activated.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select TUNE SCAN, and then
press /ENTER.
The “
” indicator lights up during TuneScan™ mode.
Press /ENTER during scan playback, TuneScan™ mode will be
canceled and the selected track will be played back normally, at
the same time the “
” indicator disappears.
Press r during scan playback to cancel TuneScan™ mode. The
tuner returns to the channel before TuneScan™ was initiated
and “SCAN STOP” will be displayed.

Storing the desired Artist and Song Alerts
While listening to SiriusXM Satellite Radio, you can mark Artists and/or
Songs for which you wish to be alerted. The radio will display an Alert
message when a matching artist or song is found on another channel.
Then you can choose if you want to tune to that favorite or you can
ignore the alert and stay on your current channel. Information on
setting up the Artist and Song alerts is described below. For receiving
interruption ALERT information, refer to “Receiving and Tuning to an
Alert” on page 48.

Press and hold ENTER/OPTION for at least 2 seconds
when a Song or an Artist you want to store is playing.
The Option mode is activated.

2
3

Turn the Rotary encoder to select ALERT MEMO, and then
press ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to choose SAVE ART? or SAVE
SONG? (when available), and then press ENTER.
Note
• If the artist name or song title is not available to save, NO ARTIST or
NO SONG will be displayed.

The new alert was stored in memory.
“ART/SONG SAVED” and “XXU(sed)/YYE(mpty)” are displayed.
XX is the total number of song titles or artist names stored in
memory, and YY is the total number of memory locations still
available for storage.

Notes
• If you try to store when the memory is full, “MEM FULL” is displayed
followed by “REPLACE/CANCEL”. If you want to replace an existing
alert item, select “REPLACE” by turning Rotary encoder, and then
press ENTER, the existing alert list stored in memory is displayed.
Select one of the stored alerts using the Rotary encoder. To replace the
selected alert, press ENTER and “ART/SONG SAVED” and
“XXU(sed)/YYE(mpty)” are displayed.
• You can manage the stored Alert memory setting on Setup mode, for
details, refer to “Managing Artist and Song Alerts” on page 45.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the setting mode is
canceled.

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Searching by My Music

Receiving and Tuning to an Alert
Whenever a stored sports team, artist, or song is playing on another
channel, an interruption ALERT appears on the unit display. To tune to
the game, artist or song identified by the alert, follow the steps below:

1
2

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired game, artist
or song from the list of active alerts.

The artist names and song names that you have stored and are
currently playing will be displayed in a list.
* Displayed only when the stored song or artist is broadcasting.

Press ENTER.

* Depending on the alert type, the display order for Artist name or
Song name will be reversed.
• When a GameAlert™ occurs, you may press k to change the
information as below.
Team name/League name  Channel number/Channel name 
Team name/League name

Note
• Press k, the information of the broadcasting channels will be
displayed. You can choose the desired channel from the artist name list
or song name list.
Each time you press k, the display changes as below.
Artist name*/Song name*  Channel number/Channel name 
Content Info  Artist name/Song name
* Depending on the alert type, the display order for Artist name or
Song name will be reversed.

Searching by My Games

* Displayed only when the game of stored team is broadcasting.

Enter Search mode and turn the Rotary encoder to select
ALL CHANS. Press ENTER.
All Channels will be displayed in a list.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired channel,
and then press ENTER to confirm.

Note
• Press k, the information of the broadcasting channels will be
displayed.
Each time you press k, the display changes as below.
Team name/League name  channel number/channel name 
Content Info  Team name/League name

Searching by Featured Favorites™

Note
• Press k, the information of the broadcasting channels will be
displayed. You can choose the desired channel from the artist name list
or song name list.
Each time you press k, the display changes as below.
Channel number  Channel name  Artist name 
Song name  Content Info  Channel number

Featured Favorites™ are groups of channels that are created by the
SiriusXM Programming department allowing you to discover new
channels. Featured Favorites™ channels are dynamic and can change
often, allowing you to discover new channels.

Searching by Category

1
2
3

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Channel
Name, and then press ENTER.

Note
• During Category search, pressing  or  to select another Category.

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Enter Search mode and turn the Rotary encoder to select
FEATURED*. Press /ENTER.
The Banks that SXM recommends will be displayed in a list, and
the recommended Banks will be displayed with an “l” before
the Bank name.

Enter SEARCH mode by pressing ENTER while in the
SiriusXM mode.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Category,
and then press ENTER.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired team, and
then press ENTER to confirm.
The channel of the selected game being broadcast is now
playing.

Searching by Channel

Enter Search mode and turn the Rotary encoder to select
MY GAMES*. Press ENTER.
The sport teams that you have stored and the game which is
currently broadcasting will be displayed in a list.

Search Function
You can search for SiriusXM programming content by Channel,
Category etc.

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired artist/song,
and then press ENTER to confirm.
The channel of the selected artist/song being broadcast is now
playing.

Notes
• If no operation is performed for 5 seconds, the unit returns to normal
mode.
• Sports teams/Artist name and Song title which you have stored and
which are currently playing will be displayed in a category called “MY
GAMES”/“MY MUSIC” in search mode. For details, refer to “Search
Function” on page 48.
• When an artist or song alert occurs, you may press k to change the
information as below.
Artist name*/Song name*  Channel number/Channel name 
Artist name/Song name

Enter Search mode and turn the Rotary encoder to select
MY MUSIC*. Press ENTER.

* Only displayed when connected with SiriusXM Tuner-SXV200 or
later.

2
3

Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired Bank, and
then press /ENTER.
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired channel,
and then press /ENTER to confirm.

Notes
• Press k, the information of the selected channels will be displayed.
You can choose the desired channel from the artist name list or song
name list.
Each time you press k, the display changes as below.
Channel Number  Channel Name  Artist Name  Song Name
 Content Info  Channel Number
• When the selected Featured Favorites™ station is not broadcasting, the
channel will tune to channel 000 automatically.
• Press r to return to the previous mode.
• If no operation is performed for 60 seconds, the unit will return to
normal mode automatically.

Using Jump Memory and Jump Recall
function
The Jump feature allows you to store any SiriusXM channel into Jump
Memory. It can be recalled at any time and it then allows you to return to
the previously tuned channel. The most common use is to store one of
the SiriusXM Traffic and Weather channels for your particular market.
This allows you to quickly tune to that channel, hear the traffic and
weather report and then return to your previous channel.

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2
3

The unit returns to live SiriusXM radio mode.

Note
• Press k, the information of the replaying channels will be displayed.
You can choose the desired channel from the artist name list or song
name list.
Each time you press k, the displayed changes as below.
Band/Channel Number/IR Time  Band/Channel Number/Channel
Name  Artist Name*/Song Title*  Content info */Category Name*
 Clock  Band/Channel Number/IR Time
* If there is no text information, nothing will be displayed.

Parental Lock Function
The Parental Control feature allows you to limit access to any SiriusXM
channels, including those with mature content. For information on
setting the Parental Control passcode, refer to “Setting the Parental
Control” on page 46.
When a locked channel is selected, “CH LOCKED” is displayed, then
press ENTER or turn Rotary encoder, “LOCK CODE?” will be
displayed.

Input the 4-digit passcode you previously selected, and
then press ENTER, refer to “Setting the Parental
Control” on page 46.

Press and hold  for at least 2 seconds.

The initial default 4–digit passcode is set to 0000.

The channel you selected is stored as the Jump Source.

Notes

Press and hold OBAND for at least 2 seconds to recall,
and then tune to the saved Jump Source channel.

• If you input a wrong passcode, “CODE ERROR” is displayed.
• After entering the correct passcode, you can access all locked channels
without entering the passcode again until the unit is powered off and
then back on.

• Pressing and holding OBAND again for at least 2 seconds will
jump back to the previous mode or SiriusXM channel.
• During saved Jump Source channel playing, search function, channel
up/down, etc. are not available.

Replay Function
The Replay feature allows you to pause, rewind and replay live SiriusXM
Satellite Radio programming. Operation of the Replay feature can be
found below.

While listening to a SiriusXM channel, press  to enter
the Replay mode, which mutes the audio.
The display will show “PAUSED” while in this mode.
The “R” (Instant Replay) indicator lights up.

Press r to cancel the REPLAY mode.

While in SiriusXM mode, select your favorite SiriusXM
Channel.

Notes

Press  again to resume playback of the stored audio
from the point at which it was paused.
During playback, the SiriusXM Tuner will continue to store the
channel audio until you exit the Replay mode.
During REPLAY playback:
• Fast rewind:
Press and hold .
• Fast forward:
Press and hold .
• Returning to the beginning of the current song:
Press .
• Advancing to the beginning of the next song:
Press .
Note
• If you continue to press Fast forward until the end, the Replay mode is
canceled, and the unit will change to live SiriusXM radio mode.

iTunes radio tagging
With iTunes song tagging, you can tag songs you hear while listening to
SiriusXM. The tagging information is saved in your radio until you
connect your iPod or iPhone and then the tagging information is
transferred to your iPod/iPhone. When your iPod/iPhone is connected
to iTunes, you will then be able to preview and purchase the song that
you heard while listening to SiriusXM Satellite Radio. For details, refer
to the Owner’s Manual of the Tagging compatible iPod/iPhone.
The m indicator will light when a song playing on a SiriusXM
channel has tag information available.
Information on using the iTunes song tagging feature is described
below:

Press and hold k/Tag for at least 2 seconds to save its
tag information.
During tagging, the m indicator blinks.
If no iPod/iPhone is connected, “TAG COUNTX” is displayed (X is
the total amount of the tag information stored in this unit).

Notes
• During tagging, the iPod/iPhone takes priority to save the tag
information.
• When the memory of iPod/iPhone is full, “iPod FULL” and “TAG
COUNTX” are displayed. The tag information will be stored to the unit.
• If the operation fails, “CANNOT TAG” is displayed.
• This unit can store up to 50 tagged songs. When the memory of the unit
is full, “TAGCOUNT50” and “MEMORY FULL” are displayed.
• When an iPod that doesn’t support the tagging function is connected,
“NON-TAGGING IPOD” is displayed.
• When the iPod/iPhone is disconnected from the unit during tagging, its
tag information will be stored in the unit.

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• If there is stored tag information on the unit, when an iPod/iPhone
supporting the tag function is connected, the stored tag information will
be transferred to the iPod/iPhone automatically. When the iPod/iPhone
memory becomes full, “iPod FULL” will be displayed, and any
remaining tag information on the unit will not be transferred to the
iPod/iPhone.
• If tag information already exists, “ALREADY TAGGED” will be
displayed when you try to tag information again.

Changing the Display
Text information, such as the channel name, artist name/feature and
song/program title, is available with each SiriusXM channel. The unit
can display this text information as explained below.

In SiriusXM mode, press k.
Each time you press this button, the display changes as shown
below.
Band/Channel Number/Channel Name* 
Artist Name*/Song Title*  Content info.*/Category Name* 
Clock  Band/Channel Number/Channel Name

* If there is no text information, nothing will be displayed.

Information
In Case of Difficulty
If you encounter a problem, please turn the power off, then on again. If
the unit is still not functioning normally, please review the items in the
following checklist. This guide will help you isolate the problem if the
unit is at fault. Otherwise, make sure the rest of your system is properly
connected or consult your authorized Alpine dealer.

Basic
No function or display.
• Vehicle’s ignition is off.
– If connected following instructions, the unit will not operate with
the vehicle’s ignition off.
• Improper power lead (Red) and battery lead (Yellow) connections.
– Check power lead and battery lead connections.
• Blown fuse.
– Check the fuse of the unit; replace with the proper value if
necessary.
• Internal micro-computer malfunctioned due to interference noise
etc.
– Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or other pointed
article.

Radio
Unable to receive stations.
• No antenna or open connection in cable.
– Make sure the antenna is properly connected;
replace the antenna or cable if necessary.
Unable to tune stations in the seek mode.
• You are in a weak signal area.
– Make sure the tuner is in the DX mode.
• If the area you are in is a primary signal area, the antenna may not be
grounded and connected properly.
– Check your antenna connections; make sure the antenna is
properly grounded at its mounting location.
• The antenna may not be the proper length.
– Make sure the antenna is fully extended; if broken, replace the
antenna with a new one.
Broadcast is noisy.
• The antenna is not the proper length.
– Extend the antenna fully; replace it if it is broken.
• The antenna is poorly grounded.
– Make sure the antenna is grounded properly at its mounting
location.

CD
CD Player not functioning.
• Out of operating temperature range +50°C (+120°F) for CD.
– Allow the vehicle’s interior (or trunk) temperature to cool.
CD playback sound is wavering.
• Moisture condensation in the CD Module.
– Allow enough time for the condensation to evaporate (about
1 hour).
CD insertion not possible.
• A CD is already in the CD player.
– Eject the CD and remove it.

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• The CD is being improperly inserted.
– Make sure the CD is being inserted following instructions in the
CD Player Operation section.
Unable to fast forward or backward the CD.
• The CD has been damaged.
– Eject the CD and discard it; using a damaged CD in your unit can
cause damage to the mechanism.
CD playback sound skips due to vibration.
• Improper mounting of the unit.
– Securely re-mount the unit.
• The disc is very dirty.
– Clean the disc.
• The disc has scratches.
– Change the disc.
• The pick-up lens is dirty.
– Do not use a commercially available lens cleaner disc. Consult
your nearest Alpine dealer.
CD playback sound skips without vibration.
• The disc is dirty or scratched.
– Clean the disc; damaged disc should be replaced.
Error displays (built-in CD player only).
• Mechanical error
– Press . After the error indication disappears, insert the disc
again. If the above-mentioned solution does not solve the problem,
consult your nearest Alpine dealer.
CD-R/CD-RW playback not possible.
• Close session (finalization) has not been performed.
– Perform finalization and attempt playback again.

MP3/WMA
MP3 or WMA is not played back.
• Writing error occurred. The MP3/WMA format is not compatible.
– Make sure the MP3/WMA has been written in a supported format.
Refer to “About MP3/WMA” on page 15, then rewrite in the
format supported by this device.

Audio
The sound is not output from the speakers.
• Unit has no output signal of the internal amplifier.
– POWER IC is switched to “ON”, refer to “Connecting to an
External Amplifier (POWER IC)” on page 19.

iPod
iPod does not play and no sound is output.
• The iPod has not been recognized.
– Reset this unit and the iPod. Refer to “Initial System Start-Up” on
page 10. To reset the iPod, refer to the Owner’s Manual of the iPod.

Indication for CD Player

• No CD is inserted.
– Insert a CD.
• Although a disc is inserted, “NO DISC” is displayed and the unit does
not start to play or eject the disc.
– Remove the disc by pressing :
If the disc cannot be ejected by pressing , press the RESET
switch (refer to “Initial System Start-Up” on page 10) and press 
again. If the disc still cannot be ejected, consult your Alpine dealer.

• Mechanism error.
1 Press the  button and eject the CD.
If not ejecting, consult your Alpine dealer.
2 When the error indication remains after ejecting, press the 
button again.
If the error indication still does not turn off after pressing the 
button, consult your Alpine dealer.
• When “ERROR” is displayed:
If the disc cannot be ejected by pressing , press the RESET switch
(refer to “Initial System Start-Up” on page 10) and press  again.
If the disc still cannot be ejected, consult your Alpine dealer.

• A copy-protected WMA file was played back.
– You can only play back non-copy-protected files.

• A sampling rate/bit rate not supported by the unit is used.
– Use a sampling rate/bit rate that is supported by the unit.

NO SUPPORT
• An AAC format disc is inserted.
– Change to a disc of a supported format.
• Text information that is not recognizable by the unit is being used.
– Change the text information to text that is supported by the unit.

Indication for Flash Memory

• Communication error or other error.
– You can solve the problem by switching the source, turning ACC
off/on, or turning power off/on.

• Communication error.
– You can solve the problem by switching the source, turning ACC
off/on, or turning power off/on.

• Abnormal current is run to the USB Flash Memory device.
– You can solve the problem by turning ACC off/on, or turning
power off/on.

NO USB DEVICE
• A Flash Memory is not connected.
– Make sure the Flash Memory device is correctly connected.

NO FILE
• No song (file) is stored in the Flash Memory.
– Connect the Flash Memory device after storing songs (files).

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UPDATING
• A sampling rate/bit rate not supported by the unit is used.
– Use a sampling rate/bit rate that is supported by the unit.

• The search mode is activated during song downloading.
– No necessary operation.

Bluetooth mode
• A copy-protected WMA file was played back.
– You can only play back non-copy-protected files.

NO SUPPORT
• Text information that is not recognizable by the unit is being used.
– Change the text information to text that is supported by the unit.

DEVICE ERROR
• An unsupported USB device is connected.
– Change other Flash Memory.

Indication for iPod Mode

• There are no songs in the iPod/iPhone.
– Download songs to the iPod/iPhone.

• Communication error or boot error, etc.
– You can solve the problem by switching the source, turning power
off/on, or turning ACC off/on.

• The iPod/iPhone version is too low.
– Update the iPod/iPhone version.

• The iPod/iPhone is not verified.
– You can solve the problem by resetting the iPod/iPhone.

• Abnormal current is run to the iPod/iPhone.
– You can solve the problem by reconnecting the iPod/iPhone,
turning ACC off/on, or turning power off/on.

NO USB DEVICE
• The iPod/iPhone is not connected.
– Make sure the iPod/iPhone is correctly connected and the cable is
not bent excessively.

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• The Bluetooth device is not connected.
– Connect the Bluetooth device.

SiriusXM Advisory Messages
The following messages may be displayed while operating the unit in
SiriusXM mode.

CHK TUNER
• The radio is having difficulty communicating with the SiriusXM
Connect Vehicle Tuner. The tuner may be disconnected or damaged.
– Verify that the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner cable is securely
connected to the radio.

CHK ANT
• The radio has detected a fault with the SiriusXM antenna. The
antenna cable may be either disconnected or damaged.
– Verify that the antenna cable is connected to the SiriusXM
Connect Vehicle Tuner.
– Inspect the antenna cable for damage and kinks. Replace the
antenna if the cable is damaged.

• The SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is having difficulty receiving
the SiriusXM satellite signal.
– Verify that your vehicle is outdoors with a clear view of the sky.
– Verify that the SiriusXM magnetic mount antenna is mounted on a
metal surface on the outside the vehicle.
– Move the SiriusXM antenna away from any obstructions.
– Inspect the antenna cable for damage and kinks.

CH UNSUB
• The channel that you have requested is not included in your
SiriusXM subscription package or the channel that you were listening
to is no longer included in your SiriusXM subscription package.
Note
• The unit will revert to the previous selected channel or to channel 1
automatically.

– Visit www.siriusxm.com or call 866-635-2349 if you have
questions about your subscription package or would like to
subscribe to this channel.

NO SERVICE
• The channel that you have requested is not a valid SiriusXM channel
or the channel that you were listening to is no longer available.
Note
• The unit will revert to the previous channel or to channel 1
automatically.

– Visit www.siriusxm.com for more information about the SiriusXM
channel lineup.

SUBSCRIP
UPDATED -

ANY KEY TO
CONTINUE

• The radio has detected a change in your SiriusXM subscription
status.
– Press any button to clear this message.

CH LOCKED
• When a locked channel is selected, “CH LOCKED” is displayed, then
press ENTER or turn Rotary encoder, “LOCK CODE?” will be
displayed.
The channel that you have requested is locked by the radio Parental
Control feature.
– See “Setting the Parental Control” on page 46 for more
information on the Parental Control feature and how to access
locked channels.
Note
• If wrong passcode is input, “CODE ERROR” will be displayed and the
unit will revert to the previous selected channel.

• You switched CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT to Pandora® mode by
pressing VSOURCE with a Smartphone connected, without
launching or installing the Pandora® Application.
– Launch the Pandora® Application on the Smartphone.
– Select a source other than Pandora® by pressing VSOURCE.

LOGIN_TO___
___PANDORA
• The user didn’t log in Pandora® account of the Smartphone side.
– Log in the Pandora® account.

STATION___
_LIST_FULL
• The number of new stations reached the limit (100 stations).
– Delete an existing station.

UPDATE_____
PANDORAAPP
• You switch CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT to Pandora® mode by
pressing VSOURCE with a Smartphone connected, with an old
version Pandora® Compatible Application.
– Update the Pandora® Compatible Application on the Smartphone.
– Select a source other than Pandora® by pressing VSOURCE.

LIMITED___
CONNECTION
• Buffer for Replay will be full within 11 seconds.

• Buffer for Replay is full.

Indication for Pandora® Mode

NO PANDORA
• A Smartphone is not connected.
– Make sure a Smartphone is correctly connected.

• A Smartphone in the airplane mode is connected the unit, so that the
Pandora® application has limited connectivity and is unable to be
active.
– Make sure the Smartphone is in a mode other than the airplane
mode.
– Wait for the Pandora® application to auto-recover and resume
playback.

NO_SERVICE
_AVAILABLE
• Attempt to launch the Pandora® application on the Smartphone from
restriction region.
– Move the vehicle to a location with the Pandora® license.

CREATE A STATION
• You have not created any personalized Pandora® Stations.
– When you are not driving, use the Pandora® Compatible
Application on the Smartphone to create your Pandora® station(s).

STATION___
_______N/A
• The searched station is no longer available on Pandora® servers.
– Select another station to play.

PANDORA APP ERROR
• The music cannot be played because the Pandora® Compatible
Application on the Smartphone requires the user’s attention.
– When you are not driving, please see the Pandora® Compatible
Application on the Smartphone.

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Specifications
FM TUNER SECTION
Tuning Range
Mono Usable Sensitivity
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity
Alternate Channel Selectivity
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Stereo Separation
Capture Ratio

87.7 ~ 107.9 MHz
9.3 dBf (0.8 μV/75 ohms)
13.5 dBf (1.3 μV/75 ohms)
80 dB
65 dB
35 dB
2.0 dB

AM TUNER SECTION
Tuning Range
Sensitivity (IEC Standard)

530 ~ 1,710 kHz
22.5 μV/27 dB

CD PLAYER SECTION
Frequency Response
Wow & Flutter (% WRMS)
Total Harmonic Distortion
Dynamic Range
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Channel Separation

5 ~ 20,000 Hz (±1 dB)
Below measurable limits
0.008% (at 1 kHz)
95 dB (at 1 kHz)
105 dB
85 dB (at 1 kHz)

PICKUP
Wave length
Laser power

795 nm
CLASS I

USB SECTION
USB requirements
Max. Power Consumption
USB Class
File System
MP3 Decoding
WMA Decoding

USB 1.1/2.0
Smartphone charge-capable
Mass Storage
FAT 12/16/32
MPEG AUDIO Layer-3
Windows Media™ Audio

BLUETOOTH SECTION
Bluetooth Specification
Output Power
Profile

GENERAL
Power Requirement
Power Output

Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR
+4 dBm Max. (Power class 2)
HFP (Hands-Free Profile)
A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile)
AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote
Control Profile)

14.4 V DC
(11 ~ 16 V allowable)
18 W RMS × 4*

* Primary amplifier ratings per CEA-2006 Standard
• Power output: measured at 4 Ohms and ≤ 1% THD+N
• S/N: 80 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ohms)

Maximum Pre-Output Voltage
Bass
Treble
Weight

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4 V/10 k ohms
±9.1 dB at 100 Hz
±9.1 dB at 10 kHz
1.85 kg (4 lbs. 6 oz)
(CDE-W265BT)
1.4 kg (3 lbs. 1 oz)
(CDE-164BT)

CHASSIS SIZE (CDE-W265BT)
Width
Height
Depth

178 mm (7")
100 mm (4")
161.7 mm (6–3/8")

CHASSIS SIZE (CDE-164BT)
Width
Height
Depth

178 mm (7")
50 mm (2")
164.7 mm (6–1/2")

NOSEPIECE SIZE (CDE-W265BT)
Width
169.8 mm (6–3/4")
Height
95.8 mm (3–3/4")
Depth
26.2 mm (1")
NOSEPIECE SIZE (CDE-164BT)
Width
Height
Depth

169.8 mm (6–3/4")
45.8 mm (1–13/16")
24 mm (15/16")

Note
• Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design are
subject to change without notice.

Installation and Connections
Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the following
and refer to “Operating Instructions” on page 6 for proper use.

CAUTION

WARNING

HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS.

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.

Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or
product damage.

USE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL THEM SECURELY.

(Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do so may
result in fire, etc.

Be sure to use only the specified accessory parts. Use of other than
designated parts may damage this unit internally or may not
securely install the unit in place. This may cause parts to become
loose resulting in hazards or product failure.

BEFORE WIRING, DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE NEGATIVE BATTERY
TERMINAL.

ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR PINCHED BY A SHARP
METAL EDGE.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due to
electrical shorts.

Route the cables and wiring away from moving parts (like the seat
rails) or sharp or pointed edges. This will prevent crimping and
damage to the wiring. If wiring passes through a hole in metal, use a
rubber grommet to prevent the wire’s insulation from being cut by
the metal edge of the hole.

USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND.

DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES.
Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other
equipment. Doing so will exceed the current carrying capacity of
the wire and result in fire or electric shock.

DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES.
When drilling holes in the chassis for installation, take precautions
so as not to contact, damage or obstruct pipes, fuel lines, tanks or
electrical wiring. Failure to take such precautions may result in fire.

DO NOT USE BOLTS OR NUTS IN THE BRAKE OR STEERING SYSTEMS TO
MAKE GROUND CONNECTIONS.
Bolts or nuts used for the brake or steering systems (or any other
safety-related system), or tanks should NEVER be used for
installations or ground connections. Using such parts could disable
control of the vehicle and cause fire etc.

KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed, consult
a physician immediately.

DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE
OPERATION, SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR GEARSHIFT.
Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc.
and results in serious accident.

DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE OR DUST.
Avoid installing the unit in locations with high incidence of
moisture or dust. Moisture or dust that penetrates into this unit may
result in product failure.

PRECAUTIONS
• Be sure to disconnect the cable from the (−) battery post before
installing your CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT. This will reduce any
chance of damage to the unit in case of a short-circuit.
• Be sure to connect the color coded leads according to the diagram.
Incorrect connections may cause the unit to malfunction or damage
to the vehicle’s electrical system.
• When making connections to the vehicle’s electrical system, be aware
of the factory installed components (e.g. on-board computer). Do not
tap into these leads to provide power for this unit. When connecting
the CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT to the fuse box, make sure the fuse
for the intended circuit of the CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT has the
appropriate amperage. Failure to do so may result in damage to the
unit and/or the vehicle. When in doubt, consult your Alpine dealer.
• The CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT uses female RCA-type jacks for
connection to other units (e.g. amplifier) having RCA connectors.
You may need an adaptor to connect other units. If so, please contact
your authorized Alpine dealer for assistance.
• Be sure to connect the speaker (−) leads to the speaker (−) terminal.
Never connect left and right channel speaker cables to each other or
to the vehicle body.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of your unit in the space provided
below and keep it as a permanent record. The serial number or the
engraved serial number is located on the bottom of the unit.
SERIAL NUMBER: [
]
INSTALLATION DATE: [
]
INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN: [
]
PLACE OF PURCHASE: [
]

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 CDE-164BT

Installation

Mounting Sleeve (Included)
Dashboard

To prevent external noise from entering the audio system.
• Locate the unit and route the leads at least 10 cm away from the
car harness.
• Keep the battery power leads as far away from other leads as
possible.
• Connect the ground lead securely to a bare metal spot (remove
any paint, dirt or grease if necessary) of the car chassis.
• If you add an optional noise suppressor, connect it as far away
from the unit as possible. Your Alpine dealer carries various
noise suppressors, contact them for further information.
• Your Alpine dealer knows best about noise prevention
measures so consult your dealer for further information.

Pressure Plates*
This unit

* If the installed mounting sleeve is loose in the dashboard, the
pressure plates may be bent slightly to remedy the problem.

CAUTION
When you install this unit in your car, do not remove the
detachable front panel.
If the detachable front panel is removed during installation, you
might press too hard and warp the metal plate that holds it in
place.
The main unit must be mounted within 35 degrees of the
horizontal plane, back to front.

Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting strap
(not supplied). Secure the ground lead of the unit to a
clean metal spot.
Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier to the
corresponding output lead coming from the left rear of the
CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT. Connect all other leads of the
CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT according to details described in the
CONNECTIONS section.

 CDE-W265BT
Screw

 CDE-W265BT
Hex Nut (M5)

Less than 35°

Bolt Stud

Metal
Mounting
Strap

 CDE-164BT

Less than 35°
This unit

 CDE-164BT

Remove the mounting sleeve from the main unit (refer to
“Removal” on page 57).

Screw

Hex Nut (M5)
*

Bolt Stud

 CDE-W265BT
Mounting Sleeve (Included)
Dashboard
Metal
Mounting
Strap

This unit

Note

Pressure Plates*

• For the screw marked “*”, use an appropriate screw for the chosen
mounting location.

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Slide the CDE-W265BT/CDE-164BT into the dashboard
until it clicks. This ensures that the unit is properly locked
and will not accidentally come out from the dashboard.
Install the detachable front panel.

 CDE-164BT

Removal

1
2

Remove the detachable front panel.
Insert the bracket keys into the unit, along the guides on
either side. The unit can now be removed from the
mounting sleeve.

Front Frame

 CDE-W265BT
Screw (M5 × 8)
(Included)

This unit
This unit

Bracket keys
(Included)

Mounting
Bracket

 CDE-164BT
This unit

Bracket keys
(Included)

Mounting the Microphone

Pull the unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do so.

JAPANESE CAR

 CDE-W265BT
Screw (M5 × 8)
(Included)

For the sake of safety, mount the microphone in the following location.
• In a stable and secure location.
• In a location that does not inhibit safely driving the vehicle.
• Mount the microphone in a location where the driver’s voice can
easily be picked up.
Choose a location for the microphone that can easily pick up the drivers
voice. Requiring the driver to move towards the microphone for
audibility causes a distraction that could be dangerous.

Microphone

Mounting
Bracket

Cable clamp
(Sold separately)
Front Frame

57-EN

Connections
(Pink/Black)

AUDIO INTERRUPT IN

(Blue)

To External Unit (AUX)

POWER ANT

(Blue/White)

To power antenna

REMOTE TURN-ON

(Orange)

ILLUMINATION

(Red)

IGNITION

(Yellow)

BATTERY

(Black)

To amplifier
To the instrument cluster illumination lead

Ignition Key

GND

Battery
Speakers

(Gray)
SPEAKER
RIGHT FRONT
(Gray/Black)

2WAY system

3WAY system

Front high
range (R)

High
range (R)

Rear high
range (R)

Mid
range (R)

Rear high
range (L)

Mid
range (L)

Front high
range (L)

High
range (L)

(Violet/Black)
SPEAKER
RIGHT REAR
(Violet)
(Green)
SPEAKER
LEFT REAR
(Green/Black)
(White/Black)
SPEAKER
LEFT FRONT
(White)

Microphone
2WAY system

CDE-W265BT

58-EN

CDE-164BT

3WAY system

Amplifier

Front high
range (L)
Front high
range (R)

High
range (L)
High
range (R)

Amplifier

Rear high
range (L)
Rear high
range (R)

Mid
range (L)
Mid
range (R)

Amplifier

Subwoofers

 Audio Interrupt In Lead (Pink/Black)
Connect this lead to the Audio Interrupt Out terminal (0 V) of your
External Unit (AUX).

 Power Antenna Lead (Blue)
Connect this lead to the +B terminal of your power antenna, if
applicable.

Note
• This lead should be used only for controlling the vehicle’s power
antenna. Do not use this lead to turn on an amplifier or a signal
processor, etc.

 Remote Turn-On Lead (Blue/White)
Connect this lead to the remote turn-on lead of your amplifier or
signal processor.

 Illumination Lead (Orange)
This lead may be connected to the vehicle’s instrument cluster
illumination lead. This will allow the backlighting of this unit to dim
whenever the vehicle’s lights are turned on.

 Switched Power Lead (Ignition) (Red)
Connect this lead to an open terminal on the vehicle’s fuse box or
another unused power source which provides (+) 12V only when the
ignition is turned on or in the accessory position.

 Battery Lead (Yellow)
Connect this lead to the positive (+) post of the vehicle’s battery.

 Ground Lead (Black)
Connect this lead to a good chassis ground on the vehicle. Make sure
the connection is made to bare metal and is securely fastened using
the sheet metal screw provided.

 Right Front (+) Speaker Output Lead (Gray)
 Right Front (−) Speaker Output Lead (Gray/Black)
 Right Rear (−) Speaker Output Lead (Violet/Black)
 Right Rear (+) Speaker Output Lead (Violet)
 Left Rear (+) Speaker Output Lead (Green)
 Left Rear (−) Speaker Output Lead (Green/Black)
 Left Front (−) Speaker Output Lead (White/Black)
 Left Front (+) Speaker Output Lead (White)
 Antenna Receptacle
 Front Output RCA Connectors
RED is right and WHITE is left.

 Rear Output RCA Connectors
RED is right and WHITE is left.

 Subwoofer Output RCA Connectors
RED is right and WHITE is left.

 SiriusXM Tuner connector
Connect to SiriusXM Tuner.
For more information on how to install the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle
tuner, consult the installation guide included with the tuner.

 Steering Remote Control Interface Connector
To steering remote control interface box.
You can operate this unit from the vehicle’s control unit when an
Alpine Steering Remote Control Interface Box (optional) is
connected. For details, contact your Alpine dealer.

 MIC Input Connector
To Microphone.

 Fuse Holder (10A)
 Power Supply Connector
 Microphone (Supplied)
 RCA Extension Cable (sold separately)
 Front AUX Input Terminal
This terminal allows for input of audio from an external device (such
as a portable player), using a commercially-available converter cable.

 Front USB Terminal
Connect this to a Flash Memory or to an iPod/iPhone.

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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.

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. are covered only in the U.S.A.

 You must supply proof of your purchase of the product.
 You must package the product securely to avoid damage during
shipment. To prevent lost packages it is recommended to use a
carrier that provides a tracking service.

 LENGTH OF WARRANTY:

 HOW WE LIMIT IMPLIED WARRANTIES:

This Warranty is in effect for one year from the date of the first
consumer purchase.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING FITNESS FOR USE AND
MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF THE
EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO PERSON IS
AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR ALPINE ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN
CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT.

 PRODUCTS COVERED:

 WHO IS COVERED:
This Warranty only covers the original purchaser of the product, who
must reside in the United States, Puerto Rico or Canada.

 HOW WE EXCLUDE CERTAIN DAMAGES:
 WHAT IS COVERED:
This Warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship (parts and
labor) in the product.

 WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
This Warranty does not cover the following:
 Damage occurring during shipment of the product to Alpine for
repair (claims must be presented to the carrier).
 Damage caused by accident or abuse, including burned voice coils
caused by over-driving the speaker (amplifier level is turned up
and driven into distortion or clipping). Speaker mechanical failure
(e.g. punctures, tears or rips). Cracked or damaged LCD panels.
Dropped or damaged hard drives.
 Damage caused by negligence, misuse, improper operation or
failure to follow instructions contained in the Owner’s manual.
 Damage caused by act of God, including without limitation,
earthquake, fire, flood, storms or other acts of nature.
Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of the
product.
 Service performed by an unauthorized person, company or
association.
 Any product which has the serial number defaced, altered or
removed.
 Any product which has been adjusted, altered or modified without
Alpine’s consent.
 Any product not distributed by Alpine within the United States,
Puerto Rico or Canada.
 Any product not purchased from an Authorized Alpine Dealer.

ALPINE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE PRODUCT. THE TERM
“INCIDENTAL DAMAGES” REFERS TO EXPENSES OF TRANSPORTING
THE PRODUCT TO THE ALPINE SERVICE CENTER, LOSS OF THE
ORIGINAL PURCHASER’S TIME, LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT,
BUS FARES, CAR RENTALS OR OTHERS COSTS RELATING TO THE CARE
AND CUSTODY OF THE PRODUCT. THE TERM “CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES” REFERS TO THE COST OF REPAIRING OR REPLACING OTHER
PROPERTY WHICH IS DAMAGED WHEN THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT
WORK PROPERLY. THE REMEDIES PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY
ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS.

 HOW STATE/PROVINCIAL LAW RELATES TO THE
WARRANTY:
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state and province to province. In
addition, some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, and some do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly,
limitations as to these matters contained herein may not apply to you.

 IN CANADA ONLY:
This Warranty is not valid unless your Alpine car audio product has
been installed in your vehicle by an Authorized Installation Center, and
this warranty stamped upon installation by the installation center.

 HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Should the product require service, please call the following number
for your nearest Authorized Alpine Service Center.

 HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:

CAR AUDIO

1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)

 You are responsible for delivery of the product to an Authorized
Alpine Service Center or Alpine for repair and for payment of any
initial shipping charges. Alpine will, at its option, repair or replace
the product with a new or reconditioned product without charge.
If the repairs are covered by the warranty, and if the product was
shipped to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine, Alpine
will pay the return shipping charges.
 You should provide a detailed description of the problem(s) for
which service is required.

NAVIGATION

1-888-NAV-HELP (1-888-628-4357)

Or visit our website at; http://www.alpine-usa.com

ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC., 19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance, California 90501, U.S.A.
Do not send products to this address.
Call the toll free telephone number or visit the website to locate a service center.

About the Rules of Bluetooth Electromagnetic Radiation Regulation
USA/Canada

FCC/IC CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and
meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without
maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping
the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non
contrôlé et respecte les règles les radioélectriques (RF) de la FCC lignes directrices d'exposition dans le Supplément
C à OET65 et d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques (RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement émet une énergie
RF très faible qui est considérée conforme sans évaluation de l’exposition maximale autorisée. Cependant, cet
équipement doit être installé et utilisé en gardant une distance de 20 cm ou plus entre le dispositif rayonnant et le
corps (à l’exception des extrémités : mains, poignets, pieds et chevilles).

México

La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo
no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la
que pueda causar su operación no deseada.

Este produto contém a placa 13BTPWB código de homologação Anatel 2718-12-4557
Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção
contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar
interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário.
Este equipamento está homologado pela ANATEL de acordo com os procedimentos
regulamentados pela Resolucão 242/2000 e atende aos requisites técnicos aplicados.

Don’t forget to take a moment to protect your purchase by registering your product now at the following
address: www.alpine-usa.com/registration.
N’oubliez pas de consacrer un moment à la protection de votre achat en enregistrant votre produit dès
maintenant à l’adresse suivante : www.alpine-usa.com/registration.
Recuerde que con solo unos pocos pasos podrá proteger su producto, registrándolo a través de la siguiente
dirección: www.alpine-usa.com/registration.

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