Alpine CD Player CDE 9842 User Manual

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MP3 CD Receiver  
CDE-9846  
FM/AM CD Receiver  
CDE-9842  
• 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.  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS MARKETING, INC.  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.  
161-165 Princes Highway, Hallam  
Victoria 3803, Australia  
ALPINE ITALIA S.p.A.  
Viale C. Colombo 8, 20090 Trezzano  
Sul Naviglio (MI), Italy  
1-1-8 Nishi Gotanda,  
Shinagawa-ku,  
Tokyo 141-0031, Japan  
Phone 03-5496-8231  
Phone 03-8787-1200  
Phone 02-484781  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS GmbH  
Frankfurter Ring 117, 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 AMERICA, INC.  
19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance,  
California 90501, U.S.A.  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF U.K. LTD.  
Alpine House  
Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry CV4 9TW, U.K.  
Phone 0870-33 33 763  
Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS (BENELUX) GmbH  
Leuvensesteenweg 510-B6,  
1930 Zaventem, Belgium  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.  
777 Supertest Road, Toronto,  
Ontario M3J 2M9, Canada  
Phone 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)  
Phone 02-725-13 15  
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 01-48638989  
Dalian Dongtai Colour Printing Technology Co., Ltd  
No.24 Liaohexisan Road, Dalian Economic&Technical  
Development Zone, China  
Designed by ALPINE Japan  
Printed in China (Y)  
68-04123Z36-A  
 
Operating Instructions  
WARNING  
CAUTION  
This symbol means important instructions. Failure  
to heed them can result in injury or material  
property damage.  
WARNING  
This symbol means important instructions. Failure  
to heed them can result in serious injury or death.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL  
HEAR OUTSIDE NOISE WHILE DRIVING.  
Failure to do so may result in an accident.  
MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING.  
Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of  
the vehicle and cause an accident.  
Temperature  
Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +60°C  
(+140°F) and –10°C (+14°F) before turning your unit on.  
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER.  
Moisture Condensation  
Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.  
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.  
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.  
Damaged Disc  
Do not attempt to play cracked, warped, or damaged discs.  
Playing a bad disc could severely damage the playback  
mechanism.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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Installation Location  
PRECAUTIONS  
Make sure the CDE-9846/CDE-9842 will not be installed in a  
location subjected to:  
Never Attempt the Following  
Direct sun and heat  
High humidity and water  
Excessive dust  
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.  
Excessive vibrations  
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.  
CORRECT  
Inserting Discs  
Your player accepts only one disc at a time for playback. Do not  
attempt to load more than one disc.  
CORRECT  
INCORRECT  
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.  
Disc Cleaning  
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  
As a protective measure to prevent the CD from jamming,  
"ERROR" will be displayed if discs with irregular surface are  
inserted or inserted incorrectly. When a new disc is inserted into  
the player and ejected after initial loading, using your finger, 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, then insert the disc again.  
Center Hole  
Center Hole  
New  
Disc  
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.  
Bumps  
Outside  
(Bumps)  
Irregular Shaped Discs  
Be sure to use round shape discs only for this unit and never use  
any special shape discs.  
Use of special shape discs may cause damage to the mechanism.  
Transparent Sheet  
Disc Stabilizer  
Continued  
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On handling Compact Discs (CD/CD-R/CD-RW)  
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.  
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.  
The following table shows which discs can be played on which  
models.  
CD  
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CD-TEXT  
MP3  
CDE-9846  
CDE-9842  
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Use only compact discs with the label side showing the CD logo  
marks below.  
(CDE-9846 only)  
If you use unspecified compact discs, correct performance cannot  
be guaranteed.  
You can play CD-Rs (CD-Recordable)/CD-RWs (CD-  
ReWritable) which have been recorded only on audio devices.  
You can also play CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3 formatted  
audio files.  
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.  
Use discs with MP3 files written in a format compatible with  
this unit. For details, see pages 10-11.  
“MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from  
Fraunhofer llS and Thomson”  
“Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, non-  
commercial use and does not convey a license 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 license for such use is required. For details, please  
4-EN  
 
Attaching  
Getting Started  
Insert the right side of the front panel into the main  
unit. Align the groove on the front panel with the  
projections on the main unit.  
1
CDE-9846  
Push the left side of the front panel until it locks  
firmly into the main unit.  
2
Rotary encoder  
SOURCE/POWER  
2
1
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.  
MUTE/SETUP  
CDE-9842  
4
SOURCE/POWER  
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.  
Turn off the unit power.  
1
Remove the detachable front panel.  
2
MUTE/SETUP  
3
Press RESET with a ballpoint pen or similar  
pointed object.  
3
Turning Power On and Off  
1
Press SOURCE/POWER to turn on the unit.  
The unit can be turned on by pressing any other button except eject  
c and TITLE/  
.
RESET switch  
Press and hold SOURCE/POWER for at least 2  
seconds to turn off the unit.  
Adjusting Volume  
The first time power is turned on, the volume will start from level 12.  
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press 4  
and 3 (CDE-9842 only) until the desired sound is  
obtained.  
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel  
Detaching  
Turn off the unit power.  
1
Lowering Volume Quickly  
Activating the Audio Mute function will instantly lower the volume  
level by 20 dB.  
2
Press  
front panel pops out.  
(Release) at the lower left side until the  
Press MUTE/SETUP to activate the MUTE mode.  
The audio level will decrease by about 20 dB.  
Grasp the left side of the front panel and pull it out.  
3
Pressing MUTE/SETUP again will bring the audio  
back to its previous level.  
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.  
5-EN  
 
Listening to Radio  
Radio  
Press SOURCE/POWER until a radio frequency  
1
appears in the display.  
CDE-9846  
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio  
band is displayed.  
2
TUNE/A.ME  
SOURCE/POWER  
BAND  
F1 (FM1) F2 (FM2) AM F1 (FM1)  
Press TUNE/A.ME to select the tuning mode.  
3
DX SEEK (Distance mode) SEEK (Local mode) →  
OFF (Manual mode) DX SEEK  
The initial mode is Distance mode.  
g
f
Distance mode:  
MUTE/SETUP  
Preset buttons  
(1 through 6)  
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:  
CDE-9842  
TUNE/A.ME  
The frequency is manually tuned in steps (Manual tuning).  
SOURCE/POWER  
BAND  
Press g or f to tune in the desired station.  
Holding down g or f will change the frequency  
4
continuously.  
The ST indicator appears on the display when a stereo FM station  
is tuned in.  
Manual Storing of Station Presets  
g
f
Preset buttons  
(1 through 6)  
Select the radio band and tune in a desired radio  
1
station you wish to store in the preset memory.  
Press and hold, for at least 2 seconds, any one of  
the preset buttons (1 through 6) that you want  
to store the station on.  
The selected station is stored.  
The display shows the band, preset number and station  
frequency memorized.  
2
Changing the Radio Frequencies for each  
Country (CDE-9846 only)  
For customers not living in North America, change the radio  
frequencies as follows.  
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.  
Press and hold MUTE/SETUP for at least 2  
seconds to select the SETUP mode.  
1
Select the “AREA” mode by pressing g or f.  
2
Choose either AREA 1 or AREA 2 by pressing  
BAND.  
3
AREA 1: Radio frequencies for North America  
AREA 2: Other Radio frequencies  
Pressing and holding MUTE/SETUP for at least 2  
seconds will return to normal mode.  
4
The stored radio stations will be cleared every time you change the  
setting.  
6-EN  
 
Automatic Memory of Station Presets  
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired radio  
band is displayed.  
1
Press and hold TUNE/A.ME for at least 2 seconds.  
2
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 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.  
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  
Press BAND repeatedly until the desired band is  
displayed.  
1
Press any one of the station preset buttons (1  
through 6) that has your desired radio station in  
memory.  
2
The display shows the band, preset number and  
frequency of the station selected.  
7-EN  
 
Press g or f to select the desired track (file).  
3
CD/MP3  
Returning to the beginning of the current track (file):  
Press g.  
Fast backward:  
CDE-9846  
SOURCE/  
POWER  
Press and hold g.  
Rotary encoder  
TITLE/  
Advancing to the beginning of the next track (file):  
-/J  
c
Press f.  
Fast forward:  
Press and hold f.  
To pause playback, press -/J.  
Pressing -/J again will resume playback.  
4
To eject the disc, press c.  
5
8 2  
g
f
5
4
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.  
If the CD does not eject, press and hold c for at least 2 seconds.  
6
1 9  
3
CDE-9842  
SOURCE/POWER  
CDE-9846 (compatible with MP3):  
c
The CD-player can play discs containing audio data and MP3 data.  
The track display for MP3 data playback is the file numbers  
recorded on the disc.  
MP3 Play Display  
The folder number and file number will be displayed as described  
below.  
CDE-9846:  
TITLE/  
-/J  
5
g
f
6
4
MP3  
F01 T03  
Playback  
Folder number File number  
display  
display  
The following table shows which discs can be played on which  
models.  
If the folder number or file number are three digits, “F” or “T” is  
not displayed.  
Press TITLE/ to switch the display. Please see “Displaying the  
Title/Text” (page 14) for information about display switching.  
CD  
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CD-TEXT  
MP3  
CDE-9846  
CDE-9842  
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Insert a disc with the label side facing up.  
The disc will be pulled into the unit automatically.  
1
When a disc is already inserted, press SOURCE/POWER  
to switch to the CD mode.  
The mode will change every time the button is pressed.  
TUNER CD TUNER  
CDE-9846:  
2
While playing back MP3, press 1 9 or 8 2 to select  
the desired folder.  
Pressing and holding 1 9 or 8 2 will change folders  
continuously.  
8-EN  
 
Repeat Play  
Scanning Programs  
Press  
played.  
4 to play back repeatedly the track being  
Press  
6 to activate the Scan mode.  
The first 10 seconds of each track (file) will be played back in  
succession.  
The track (file) will be played repeatedly.  
Press  
4 again and select OFF to deactivate repeat play.  
To stop scanning, press  
mode.  
6 again and deactivate the Scan  
CD mode :  
Searching CD Text (CDE-9846 only)  
Tracks can be searched and played by using the CD text on the disc.  
In the case of discs that do not support text, searches can be made by  
using the track numbers.  
RPT  
: Only a track is repeatedly played back  
(off)  
Press 3  
This will set the search mode.  
during play.  
1
2
MP3 mode (CDE-9846 only):  
RPT  
: Only a file is repeatedly played back  
Turn the Rotary encoder to select the desired  
track, then press the Rotary encoder.  
This will play the selected track.  
RPT  
:
Only files in a folder are repeatedly  
played back  
Press and hold 3 for at least 2 seconds in the search mode to  
cancel. Or, the search mode will be canceled when an operation  
has not been performed in 10 seconds.  
(off)  
CD text search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.  
M.I.X. (Random Play)  
Press 5  
in the play or pause mode.  
The tracks (files) on the disc will be played back in random  
sequence.  
To cancel M.I.X. play, press 5  
again.  
CD mode :  
M.I.X.  
: The tracks are played back in  
random sequence.  
(off)  
MP3 mode (CDE-9846 only):  
M.I.X.: Only files in a folder are played back in  
random sequence.  
M.I.X.: The files are played back in random  
sequence.  
(off)  
9-EN  
 
File/Folder Name Search (concerning MP3)  
(CDE-9846 only)  
You can display and search for the folder and file name while  
listening to the file currently being played back.  
About MP3 (CDE-9846 only)  
CAUTION  
Except for private use, duplicating audio data (including MP3  
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.  
Press 3  
to select File Name Search mode or  
1
Folder Name Search mode in MP3 mode.  
What is MP3?  
File Name Search mode  
MP3, whose official name is “MPEG-1 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.  
Press 1 9 or 8 2 to select another Folder.  
2
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.  
Select the desired file by turning the Rotary  
encoder within 10 seconds.  
3
Press the Rotary encoder to play back the  
selected file.  
4
File Name Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding 3  
for at least 2 seconds.  
While in File Name Search mode, press 3 to switch to Folder  
Name Search mode.  
Method for creating MP3 files  
Audio data is compressed by using MP3 specified software.  
For details on creating MP3 files, refer to the user's manual for  
that software.  
File Name search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.  
MP3 files that can be played back by this device have the file  
extension “mp3”. Files with no extension cannot be played  
back.  
Folder Name Search mode  
Turn the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds to  
select the desired folder.  
2
Supported playback sampling rates and bit rates  
MP3  
Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz,  
16 kHz, 12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz  
Press the Rotary encoder to play back the first  
file in the selected folder.  
3
Bit rates:  
8 - 320 kbps  
Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding 3 for at least 2  
seconds in Folder Name Search mode.  
While in Folder Name Search mode, press 3 to switch to File  
Name Search mode.  
“NO FILE” is displayed for 2 seconds if the folder that is selected  
by the Folder Name Search mode contains no files.  
“ROOT” is displayed for the root folder which does not have  
folder name.  
Note that for sampling rates, this device’s frame display (page  
14) may not display correctly.  
This device may not play back correctly depending on  
sampling rates.  
ID3 tags  
This device supports ID3 tag v1 and v2.  
If tag data is in an MP3 file, this device can display the title (track  
title), artist name, and album name ID3 tag data.  
Folder Name search cannot be made during M.I.X. play.  
This device can only display single-byte alphanumeric  
characters (up to 30 for ID3 tags) and the underscore. For  
non-supported characters, “NO SUPRT” is displayed.  
The tag information may not be correctly displayed,  
depending on the contents.  
Quick Search (CDE-9846 only)  
You can search for tracks (files).  
Producing MP3 discs  
Press and hold 3  
CD/MP3 mode to activate Quick Search mode.  
for at least 2 seconds in the  
1
2
MP3 files are prepared, then written to a CD-R or CD-RW  
using CD-R writing software. A disc can hold up to 510 files/  
folders (including Root Folders). However, the maximum  
number of folders is 255.  
Turn the Rotary encoder within 10 seconds to  
select a desired track (file).  
The selected track is played back immediately.  
Media supported  
Search mode is canceled by pressing and holding 3 for at least 2  
seconds in Quick Search mode.  
The media that this device can play back are CD-ROMs, CD-  
Rs, and CD-RWs.  
10-EN  
 
Corresponding File Systems  
Terminology  
This device supports discs formatted with ISO9660 Level 1 or Level 2.  
Bit rate  
Under the ISO9660 standard, there are some restrictions to  
remember.  
The maximum nested folder depth is 8 (including the root  
directory). The number of file/folder name characters is  
limited.  
Valid characters for folder/file names are letters A-Z (all  
caps), numbers 0-9, and ‘_’ (underscore).  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Encoding  
Converting music CDs, WAVE (AIFF) files, and other sound files  
into the specified audio compression format.  
Formats supported  
Tag  
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.  
Song information such as track titles, artist names, album names,  
etc., written into MP3 files.  
MP3: ID3 tag  
Root folder  
Order of files  
The root folder is found at the top of the file system. The root folder  
contains all folders and files.  
The unit plays the files in the order that the writing software  
writes them. Therefore, the playing order may not be the same  
as the order you input. The playback order of the folders and  
files is shown in the illustration. The folder and file playback  
order may differ from the folder and file number indicated in  
the display.  
1
2
4
2
Root folder  
3
3
4
5
5
6
6
7
1
Folder  
MP3 File  
11-EN  
 
Setting the Bass Control  
You can change the bass frequency emphasis to create your own tonal  
Sound Setting  
preference.  
CDE-9846  
Rotary encoder  
Press BASS C. (CDE-9846 only) or press CENT.f.  
(CDE-9842 only) to select the Bass (bass center  
frequency) Control mode.  
1
(MODE)  
TRE.C.  
BAND  
CDE-9846:  
BASS LV normal  
CDE-9842:  
BASS LV TRE LV normal mode BASS LV  
Setting the bass center frequency:  
Press g or f to select the desired bass center  
2-1  
g
f
BASS C.  
frequency.  
CDE-9842  
MODE  
60Hz 80Hz 100Hz 120Hz 60Hz  
4
The displayed bass frequency is emphasized.  
BAND  
Setting the bass band width (Q-Factor):  
Press BAND to select the desired bass band  
2-2  
width.  
1
2
3
4
......................................  
(Narrow)←  
(Wide)  
Change the boosted bass band width to wide or narrow. A  
wide setting will boost a wide range of frequencies above  
and below the center frequency. A narrower setting will  
boost only frequencies near the center frequency.  
CENT.f.  
g
f
3
Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance (Between Left  
and Right)/Fader (Between Front and Rear)/  
Defeat  
Setting the bass level:  
2-3  
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or  
press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to select the  
desired bass level (–7~+10).  
You can emphasize or weaken the bass frequency.  
Press the Rotary encoder (MODE) (CDE-9846  
only) or press MODE (CDE-9842 only) repeatedly  
to choose the desired mode.  
1
If no operation is performed within 15 seconds, the bass control  
setting will be turned off automatically.  
The bass level settings will be individually memorized for each  
source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is changed. The bass  
frequency and bass band width settings adjusted for one source are  
effective for all other sources (FM, AM, CD etc.).  
Each press changes the mode as follows:  
BASS LV TRE LV SUBW* BALANCE FADER →  
DEFT VOLUME BASS LV  
Bass level : -7 ~ +10  
Treble level : -7 ~ +7  
Subwoofer : 0 ~ +15  
Balance : L15 ~ R15  
Fader : R15 ~ F15  
Defeat : ON/OFF  
This function is inoperable when DEFT is set to ON.  
Volume : 0 ~ 35  
If the Rotary encoder is not pressed within 5 seconds after  
selecting the BASS LV, TRE LV, BALANCE, FADER, DEFT or  
SUBW mode, the unit automatically returns to normal mode.  
* When the subwoofer mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be  
adjusted.  
Turn the Rotary encoder (MODE) (CDE-9846  
2
only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) until the  
desired sound is obtained in each mode.  
By setting Defeat ON, previously adjusted settings of  
Bass level and Treble level will return to the factory  
defaults.  
12-EN  
 
Setting the Treble Control  
You can change the Treble Frequency emphasis to create your own  
tonal preference.  
Press TRE.C. (CDE-9846 only) or press CENT.f.  
(CDE-9842 only) to select the Treble (treble center  
1
frequency) Control mode.  
CDE-9846:  
TRE LV normal mode  
CDE-9842:  
BASS LV TRE LV normal mode BASS LV  
Setting the treble Center frequency:  
Press g or f to select the desired treble  
2-1  
center frequency.  
7.5kHz 10.0kHz 12.5kHz 15.0kHz  
The displayed Treble frequency is emphasized.  
Setting the treble level:  
2-2  
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or  
press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to select the  
desired treble level (–7~+7).  
You can emphasize the treble frequency.  
If no operation is performed within 15 seconds, the treble control  
setting will be turned off automatically.  
The treble level settings will be individually memorized for each  
source (FM, AM, CD, etc.) until the setting is changed. The Treble  
frequency settings adjusted for one source are effective for all other  
sources (FM, AM, CD, etc.).  
This function is inoperable when DEFT is set to ON.  
Turning Loudness On/Off  
Loudness introduces a special low- and high-frequency emphasis at  
low listening levels. This compensates for the ear's decreased  
sensitivity to bass and treble sound.  
Press and hold the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only)  
or press and hold MODE (CDE-9842 only) for at least  
2 seconds to activate or deactivate the loudness mode.  
The display shows “LD” when the loudness mode is activated.  
13-EN  
 
Press TITLE/  
.
The display will change every time the button is pressed.  
Other Functions  
The display in Radio mode:  
FREQUENCY CLOCK TITLE FREQUENCY  
CDE-9846  
The display in CD mode:  
CDE-9846  
-/J Rotary encoder  
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME TRACK NO./CLOCK →  
TEXT (DISC NAME)*1 TEXT (TRACK NAME)*1 TITLE →  
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME  
CDE-9842  
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME TRACK NO./CLOCK TITLE  
TRACK NO./ELAPSED TIME  
The display in MP3 mode:  
CDE-9846  
FILE NO./ELAPSED TIME FOLDER NO./FILE NO. →  
FILE NO./CLOCK FOLDER NAME*4 FILE NAME →  
ARTIST NAME*2 ALBUM NAME*2 TRACK NAME*2 →  
FRAME*3 FILE NO./ELAPSED TIME  
g
f
TITLE/  
*1 Displayed during playback of a disc with CD Text.  
“NO TEXT” will be displayed when the CD contains no Text data.  
*2 ID3 tag  
If an MP3 file contains ID3 tag information, all the ID3 tag  
information is displayed (e.g., track name, artist name, and album  
name). All other tag data is ignored.  
CDE-9842  
MODE  
4
“NO DATA” will be displayed when an MP3 file contains no ID3  
tag information.  
*3 The recording sampling rate and bit rate of the MP3 file are  
displayed. The VBR (Variable Bit rate) file displays the average bit  
rate.  
*4 “ROOT” is displayed for the folder name of the root folder which  
does not have folder name.  
-/J  
g
f
3
TITLE/  
About the indicator display  
When displaying Title/Text, the following indicators are lit  
according to the mode.  
Displaying the Title/Text  
The following table shows which discs can be played on which  
models.  
CD  
\
CD-TEXT  
MP3  
CDE-9846  
CDE-9842  
\
\
Indicator/  
Mode  
CD Mode  
MP3 Mode  
TUNER MODE  
\
While displaying  
Title  
It is possible to display the CD title if the title has been previously  
inputted (“Titling Discs” page 15). Text information, such as the disc  
name and the track name, will be displayed if playing a CD text  
compatible disc. It is also possible to display the folder name, the file  
name, and the tag, etc., while playing MP3 files.  
While displaying  
Folder Name*2  
While displaying  
File Name*2  
While displaying  
Artist Name*1/*2  
While displaying  
While displaying  
Text  
While displaying  
Text  
2 (Track Name) Track Name*1/*2 Title  
*
2 (Disc Name) Album Name*1/*2  
While displaying While displaying  
*
1
*
Tag information.  
*2 Apply only to the CDE-9846.  
14-EN  
 
About “Title” and “Text”  
Erasing Disc Title/Radio Station Title  
Title:  
With this device, it is possible to input the CD and radio  
station name (this page). This inputted name is referred to as  
a “title.”  
Press TITLE/ to select the Title Display.Then,  
press again and hold for at least 2 seconds.  
1
You cannot input or display titles on MP3 discs.  
Press and hold -/J for at least 2 seconds.  
The title in the display will blink.  
2
Text:  
Text compatible CDs contain text information such as the disc  
name and track name. Such text information is referred to as  
“text.”  
Press g or f repeatedly until the title you  
want to erase is displayed.  
3
Some characters may not be displayed correctly with this device,  
depending on the character type.  
Press and hold -/J for at least 2 seconds to erase  
the title displayed.  
4
When the Scroll Setting (page 16) is set to “SCR MANU” for  
CDE-9846, press and hold TITLE/ for at least 2 seconds to  
scroll the Text information only once (TEXT DISPLAY, FOLDER  
NAME DISPLAY, FILE NAME DISPLAY or TAG DISPLAY mode).  
“NO SUPRT” is displayed when the desired text information  
cannot be displayed on this unit.  
If the title was not previously input, “NO TITLE” is displayed.  
The text or tag information may not be correctly displayed,  
depending on the contents.  
Press TITLE/ to cancel the title erasing mode.  
5
You cannot erase CD-TEXT.  
“NO DATA” is displayed for 2 seconds if the title is not input in  
step 2, or if the title is erased in step 4.  
Displaying Time  
Titling Discs/Radio Stations  
It is possible to title your favourite CDs or radio stations.  
Press TITLE/ repeatedly until the time is displayed.  
Each press changes the display.  
You cannot input titles for MP3 discs.  
For details, see “Displaying the Title/Text” (page 14).  
Press TITLE/ and select the Title Display.  
For details, see “Displaying the Title/Text” (page 14).  
1
Selecting any tuner or CD function while in the clock priority mode  
will interrupt the time display momentarily. The function selected  
will be displayed for about 5 seconds before the time returns to the  
display.  
When the power is off but the ignition key is on, press TITLE/ to  
display the time.  
Press and hold TITLE/ for at least 2 seconds.  
The first character will blink.  
2
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or  
press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to select the  
3
Setting Time  
desired letter/numeral/symbol available for naming.  
In the Clock priority mode, press and hold  
TITLE/ for at least 2 seconds while the time is  
displayed.  
1
Press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or  
press MODE (CDE-9842 only) to store the first  
character.  
The first character will stop blinking and the display will  
automatically advance to the next character. When that  
character begins to blink, you may choose the next letter  
or symbol of your title.  
4
The time indication will blink.  
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or  
press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to adjust the  
hours while the time indication is blinking.  
2
3
4
Repeat steps 3 and 4 above to complete the titling.  
5
When the hour has been adjusted, press the  
Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press MODE  
(CDE-9842 only).  
Pressing the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press  
MODE (CDE-9842 only) after entering the 8th character  
automatically stores the title into memory.  
When entering a title of less than 8 characters (for  
example, 3 character title):  
After entering 3 characters, the 4th character space will  
be blinking. Go to step 6 to complete the title.  
Turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or  
press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only) to adjust the  
minutes while the time indication is blinking.  
The time is automatically set 5 seconds after the minute  
adjustment. The time can also be manually set by  
pressing the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press  
MODE (CDE-9842 only).  
Press TITLE/ to record the title.  
6
If you cancel while entering a title, selected characters are not  
written.  
To synchronize the clock to another clock/watch or radio time  
announcement, press and hold the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846  
only) or press and hold MODE (CDE-9842 only) 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.  
You can enter 18 CD titles and 24 radio station titles on this unit. If  
you try to store beyond the limit, the display will show “FULL  
DATA.” At this point, no more titles can be stored. To input a new  
title, one of the previously inputted titles must first be deleted.  
When you want to erase a title, enter the “ ” symbol into all  
spaces.  
The operations described in steps 3 to 5 must be made within 10  
seconds. The input mode will be canceled if no action is taken for  
over 10 seconds.  
15-EN  
 
Sound Customizing  
SETUP  
Subwoofer On and Off  
SUBW ON (Initial setting) / SUBW OFF  
You can flexibly customize the unit to suit your own preferences and  
usage. From the SETUP menu, choose from Sound Customizing,  
Visual Customizing, etc., to make your desired settings.  
When the subwoofer is on, perform the steps below to adjust the  
subwoofer output level.  
1 Press the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846 only) or press  
MODE (CDE-9842 only) repeatedly to select the  
SUBW mode.  
CDE-9846  
BAND  
BASS LV TRE LV SUBW* BALANCE FADER →  
DEFT VOLUME BASS LV  
2 To adjust the level, turn the Rotary encoder (CDE-9846  
only) or press 4 and 3 (CDE-9842 only).  
* When the subwoofer mode is set to OFF, its level cannot be  
adjusted.  
Visual Customizing (CDE-9846 only)  
Dimmer Control (CDE-9846 only)  
g
f
MUTE/SETUP  
Rotary encoder  
CDE-9846:  
DIM AUTO (Initial setting) / DIM MANU  
CDE-9842  
MODE  
Set the DIM 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 button lighting is too bright at night.  
4
BAND  
Scroll Type Setting (CDE-9846 only)  
TYPE1 (Initial setting) / TYPE2  
Choose from two scrolling methods.  
Select the type you prefer.  
Scroll Setting (CDE-9846 only)  
g f  
3
MUTE/SETUP  
CDE-9846:  
SCR AUTO / SCR MANU (Initial setting)  
This CD player can scroll the disc and track names recorded on CD-  
TEXT discs, as well as the text information of MP3 files, folder  
names, and tags.  
A typical SETUP procedure is shown in steps 1 to 4  
as follows. See below for further information about  
each SETUP menu.  
SCR AUTO  
: The CD text information, the text information  
of folder and file names, and the tags are  
scrolled automatically.  
Press and hold MUTE/SETUP for at least 2  
seconds.  
1
SCR MANU  
: The display is scrolled only when a disc is  
loaded or when a track is changed, etc.  
SETUP mode is activated.  
The unit scrolls CD text names, folder names, file names or tag  
display. The disc titles input manually (page 15) cannot be scrolled.  
Press g or f to select the desired SETUP  
menu.  
2
(e.g. Select SUBW)  
CDE-9846  
DIM SUBW CD-DA / CDDA/MP3 SCR TYPE SCR →  
PWR AREA* DIM  
* Refer to “Changing the Radio Frequencies for each Country”  
(page 6).  
CDE-9842  
SUBW PWR SUBW  
Press BAND to change the setting.  
(e.g. Select SUBW ON or SUBW OFF.)  
3
Press MUTE/SETUP for at least 2 seconds again.  
The display returns to normal mode.  
4
16-EN  
 
MP3 (CDE-9846 only)  
Playing MP3 Data (CDE-9846 only)  
CDE-9846:  
CD-DA (Initial setting) / CDDA/MP3  
This product can playback CDs containing both CD and MP3 data.  
However, in some situations (some enhanced CDs), playback may be  
difficult. For these special cases, you can select playback of CD data  
only. When a disc contains both CD or the MP3 data, playback starts  
from the CD data portion of the disc.  
CD-DA  
: Only CD data can be played back.  
CDDA/MP3 : Both CD data and MP3 file tracks can be  
played back.  
Perform this setting before inserting a disc. If a disc has already  
been inserted, perform the setting after you remove the disc.  
External Device  
Connecting to an External Amplifier  
PWR ON (Initial setting) / PWR OFF  
When an external amplifier is connected, sound quality can be  
improved by stopping the power supply of the built-in amplifier.  
PWR OFF : Use this mode when the pre-amplifier of the unit  
are used to drive an external amplifier connected  
to the speakers. In this setting, the head unit’s  
internal amplifier has no output to drive speakers.  
Front  
left  
Amplifier  
Front  
right  
PWR ON : The speakers are driven by the built-in amplifier.  
Speakers  
SPEAKER  
RIGHT FRONT  
Front  
right  
SPEAKER  
RIGHT REAR  
Rear  
right  
SPEAKER  
LEFT REAR  
Rear  
left  
SPEAKER  
LEFT FRONT  
Front  
left  
No sound is produced by the system when the power output is set to  
OFF.  
17-EN  
 
CD insertion not possible.  
A CD is already in the CD player.  
- Eject the CD and remove it.  
The CD is being improperly inserted.  
- Make sure the CD is being inserted following instructions in  
the CD Player Operation section.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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)  
- Press the RESET switch with a ballpoint pen or other  
pointed article.  
Mechanical error  
- Press c. After the error indication disappears, insert the disc  
again. If the above-mentioned solution does not solve the  
problem, consult your nearest Alpine dealer.  
Radio  
CD-R/CD-RW playback not possible  
Unable to receive stations.  
Close session (finalization) has not been performed.  
No antenna or open connection in cable.  
- Make sure the antenna is properly connected;  
replace the antenna or cable if necessary.  
- Perform finalization and attempt playback again.  
MP3 (CDE-9846 only)  
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.  
MP3 is not played back.  
Writing error occurred. The CD format is not compatible.  
- Make sure the CD has been written in a supported format.  
Refer to “About MP3” (pages 10-11), then rewrite in the  
format supported by this device.  
* CDE-9846 is compatible with MP3.  
Audio  
The sound is not output from the speakers.  
Broadcast is noisy.  
Unit has no output signal of the internal amplifier.  
- PWR-IC is switched to “ON” (page 17).  
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).  
18-EN  
 
Indication for CD Player  
Specifications  
FM TUNER SECTION  
Tuning Range  
Mono Usable Sensitivity  
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity  
HI TEMP  
87.7 – 107.9 MHz**  
9.3 dBf (0.8 µV/75 ohms)  
13.5 dBf (1.3 µV/75 ohms)  
Protective circuit is activated due to high temperature.  
- The indication will disappear when the temperature returns  
to normal operating range.  
Alternate Channel Selectivity 80 dB  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Stereo Separation  
Capture Ratio  
65 dB  
35 dB  
2.0 dB  
NO DISC  
No CD is inserted.  
- Insert a CD.  
AM TUNER SECTION  
Tuning Range  
Sensitivity (IEC Standard)  
530 – 1,710 kHz**  
22.5 µV/27 dB  
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 following these steps:  
Press the c button again for at least 2 seconds.  
If the disc still does not eject, consult your Alpine dealer.  
CD PLAYER SECTION  
Frequency Response  
Wow & Flutter (% WRMS)  
Total Harmonic Distortion  
Dynamic Range  
5 – 20,000 Hz ( 1 dB)  
Below measurable limits  
0.008% (at 1 kHz)  
95 dB (at 1 kHz)  
105 dB  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Channel Separation  
ERROR  
85 dB (at 1 kHz)  
Mechanism error.  
PICKUP  
Wave length  
Laser power  
1) Press the c button and eject the CD.  
If not ejecting, consult your Alpine dealer.  
2) When the error indication remains after ejecting, press the  
c button again.  
795 nm  
CLASS I  
GENERAL  
Power Requirement  
If the error indication still does not turn off after pressing  
the c button for a few times, consult your Alpine dealer.  
14.4 V DC  
(11–16 V allowable)  
16 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)  
+20 dB/-14 dB at 100 Hz  
14 dB at 10 kHz  
Maximum Pre-Output Voltage 2 V/10 k ohms  
Power Output  
When “ERROR” is displayed:  
If that the disc cannot be ejected by pressing c, press the  
RESET switch (refer to page 5) and press c again.  
If the disc still cannot be ejected, consult your Alpine dealer.  
The disc is not compatible with the unit.  
Bass  
Treble  
- Insert a disc which is compatible with the unit.  
Weight  
1.6 kg (3 lbs. 8 oz)  
UNSUPORT  
(CDE-9846 only)  
CHASSIS SIZE  
Width  
Height  
178 mm (7")  
50 mm (2")  
The disc is not written in a MP3 supported format.  
- Use a disc written at the MP3 supported format.  
Depth  
160 mm (6-1/4")  
NOSEPIECE SIZE  
Width  
Height  
170 mm (6-3/4")  
46 mm (1-13/16")  
18 mm (11/16")  
Depth  
Due to continuous product improvement, specifications and design  
are subject to change without notice.  
**CDE-9846:  
When you choose “AREA 2” in the section “Changing the Radio  
Frequencies for each Country” (page 6), the tuning range is as  
follows.  
FM : 87.5 - 108.0 MHz  
AM : 531 - 1,602 kHz  
19-EN  
 
Installation and Connections  
Before installing or connecting the unit, please read the  
following and pages 2 to 4 of this manual thoroughly  
for proper use.  
Caution  
HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY  
EXPERTS.  
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.  
Warning  
MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS.  
Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire or  
product damage.  
USE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL THEM  
SECURELY.  
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.  
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  
ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR  
PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE.  
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.  
NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL.  
Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due to  
electrical shorts.  
DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED IN  
SURROUNDING OBJECTS.  
Arrange wiring and cables in compliance with the manual to  
prevent obstructions when driving. Cables or wiring that obstruct  
or hang up on places such as the steering wheel, gear lever, brake  
pedals, etc. can be extremely hazardous.  
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.  
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.  
Precautions  
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.  
Be sure to disconnect the cable from the (–) battery post before  
installing your CDE-9846/CDE-9842. 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-9846/CDE-9842 to the  
fuse box, make sure the fuse for the intended circuit of the  
CDE-9846/CDE-9842 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.  
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.  
The CDE-9846/CDE-9842 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.  
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.  
IMPORTANT  
SERIAL NUMBER:  
Please record the serial number of your unit in the space provided  
below and keep it as a permanent record. The serial number plate is  
located on the bottom of the unit.  
INSTALLATION DATE:  
INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN:  
PLACE OF PURCHASE:  
20-EN  
 
Reinforce the head unit with the metal mounting  
strap (not supplied). Secure the ground lead of the  
unit to a clean metal spot using a screw (*) already  
attached to the vehicle’s chassis.  
Installation  
Accessory List  
• Head unit ........................................................................ 1  
• Power cable .................................................................... 1  
• Mounting sleeve............................................................. 1  
• Carrying case ................................................................. 1  
• Bracket ............................................................................ 2  
• Screw (M5 × 8) ................................................................ 4  
• Owner’s Manual ....................................................... 1 set  
For the screw marked **, use an appropriate screw for the chosen  
mounting location.  
Connect each input lead coming from an amplifier  
or equalizer to the corresponding output lead  
coming from the left rear of the CDE-9846/  
CDE-9842. Connect all other leads of the CDE-9846/  
CDE-9842 according to details described in the  
CONNECTION section.  
Note:  
The main unit must be mounted within 35 degrees of the horizontal  
plane, back to front.  
Slide the CDE-9846/CDE-9842 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.  
3
Less than 35°  
Removal  
1 Remove the DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL.  
2 Insert the brackets into the back, along the guides on  
either side of the unit. The unit can now be removed  
from the mounting sleeve.  
1
Mounting Sleeve  
(Included)  
This unit  
No Pressure Here  
Dashboard  
Bracket (included)  
No Pressure Here  
3 Pull the unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do so.  
CDE-9846/CDE-9842  
<JAPANESE CAR>  
Remove the Detachable Front Panel (refer to page  
5). Slide mounting sleeve from main unit. (see  
“Removal” on this page).  
Slide the mounting sleeve into the dashboard.  
Front Frame  
Please examine the installation. Make certain that no external  
pressure is applied to either the top of the unit or the removable  
nosepiece.  
Screws (M5 × 8)  
(Included)  
2
CDE-9846/CDE-9842  
Screw  
Ground Lead  
Hex Nut (M5)  
*
**  
Bolt Stud  
Mounting Bracket  
Metal  
Mounting  
Strap  
Secure the ground lead of the unit to a clean metal spot using a  
screw (*) already attached to the vehicle's chassis.  
*
CDE-9846/CDE-9842  
Ground Lead  
Chassis  
21-EN  
 
Connections  
1
2
Antenna  
POWER ANT  
Blue  
To power antenna  
REMOTE  
TURN-ON  
3
4
Blue/White  
To amplifier or equalizer  
ILLUMINATION  
Orange  
To the instrument cluster  
illumination lead  
(CDE-9846 only)  
IGNITION  
Red  
5
6
7
Ignition Key  
BATTERY  
GND  
Yellow  
Black  
Battery  
Gray  
9
Speakers  
Front right  
SPEAKER  
RIGHT  
Gray/  
Black  
FRONT  
!
"
~
8
Violet/  
Black  
)
SPEAKER  
RIGHT  
REAR  
Violet  
#
$
Rear right  
Rear left  
Green  
SPEAKER  
LEFT  
REAR  
Green/  
Black  
%
White/  
Black  
&
(
SPEAKER  
LEFT  
FRONT  
White  
Front left  
Speakers  
+
Amplifier  
Front or Subwoofers∗  
* When Subwoofer is set to OFF: Output is from Front speakers.  
When Subwoofer is set to ON: Output is from Subwoofer.  
For details on how to set the Subwoofer to ON/OFF, see “Subwoofer On and Off” on page 16.  
22-EN  
 
1
2
Antenna Receptacle  
"
#
$
%
&
(
)
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)  
Power Antenna Lead (Blue)  
Connect this lead to the +B terminal of your power antenna,  
if applicable.  
3
4
Remote Turn-On Lead (Blue/White)  
Connect this lead to the remote turn-on lead of your  
amplifier or signal processor.  
Illumination Lead (Orange) (CDE-9846 only)  
Front/Subwoofer Output RCA Connectors  
RED is right and WHITE is left.  
This lead may be connected to the vehicle's instrument  
cluster illumination lead. This will allow the backlighting of  
the unit to dim whenever the vehicle's lights are turned on.  
~
+
Fuse Holder (10A)  
5
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.  
RCA Extension Cable (Sold Separately)  
6
7
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.  
8
9
!
Power Supply Connector  
Right Front (+) Speaker Output Lead (Gray)  
Right Front (–) Speaker Output Lead (Gray/Black)  
To prevent external noise from entering the audio system.  
Locate the unit and route the leads at least 10cm 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 Alpine  
noise suppressors, contact them for further information.  
Your Alpine dealer knows best about noise prevention measures so consult your dealer for further information.  
23-EN  
 
R
LIMITED WARRANTY  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. AND ALPINE OF CANADA INC. ("Alpine"), are dedicated to quality  
craftsmanship and are 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.  
3 You must supply proof of your purchase of the product.  
[PRODUCTS COVERED:  
4 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.  
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.  
[HOW WE LIMIT IMPLIED WARRANTIES:  
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.  
[LENGTH OF WARRANTY:  
This Warranty is in effect for one year from the date of the  
first consumer purchase.  
[WHO IS COVERED:  
This Warranty only covers the original purchaser of the  
product, who must reside in the United States, Puerto Rico  
or Canada.  
[WHAT IS COVERED:  
[HOW WE EXCLUDE CERTAIN DAMAGES:  
ALPINE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR  
INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES  
CAUSED BY THE PRODUCT. THE TERM "INCIDENTAL  
DAMAGES" REFERS TO EXPENSES OF  
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:  
1 Damage occurring during shipment of the product to  
Alpine for repair (claims must be presented to the  
carrier).  
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.  
2 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.  
3 Damage caused by negligence, misuse, improper  
operation or failure to follow instructions contained in the  
Owner's manual.  
4 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.  
5 Service performed by an unauthorized person, company  
or association.  
6 Any product which has the serial number defaced,  
altered or removed.  
7 Any product which has been adjusted, altered or  
modified without Alpine's consent.  
8 Any product not distributed by Alpine within the United  
States, Puerto Rico or Canada.  
9 Any product not purchased from an Authorized Alpine  
Dealer.  
[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 OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:  
1 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.  
2 You should provide a detailed description of the  
problem(s) for which service is required.  
[HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE:  
Should the product require service, please call the following  
number for your nearest Authorized Alpine Service Center.  
CAR AUDIO 1-800-ALPINE-1 (1-800-257-4631)  
NAVIGATION1-888-NAV-HELP (1-888-628-4357)  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC., 19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance, California 90501, U.S.A.  
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC., 777 Supertest Road, Toronto, Ontario M3J 2M9, Canada  
Do not send products to these addresses.  
Call the toll free telephone number or visit the website to locate a service center.  
 
 
 

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