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The Alpine iDA-X303 is an in-dash head unit that is designed to provide seamless control of your iPod, iPhone and other digital devices over your car stereo. The three color, two line LCD display clearly shows track information and the large double-action rotary encoder knob gives maximum control over music search functions like QuickSearch, making finding songs and controlling the volume quick and easy. The superfast USB connection, with included cable, provides ultra-fast digital data transfer with newer iPods, and a 24-Bit D/A converter with a signal to noise ratio of 105 dB ensures great quality sound. The iDA-X303 has expandable options to add other media sources such as HD Radio, Satellite Radio, DVD changer and other auxilary sources. Other optional system upgrades include iTunes tagging, Bluetooth hands-free connectivity and steering wheel remote control.
MSRP $250.00
Release date February, 2009
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General
- Power Output: Power Output Max 45 W x 4 High Power Amplifier
- CD Changer: CD Changer Control
- Display: Display 2-Color, 2-Line LCD Display
- Control Type: Control Type Double-Action Encoder
- Face Color: Face Color Black
- Illumination Buttons: Illumination Buttons Blue Illuminated Buttons
- PreOut: PreOut 3 PreOuts (2 V)
- DAC: 24 Bit DAC
- Auxiliary Input: Auxiliary Input Versatile-Link Ready (KCA-121B Auxiliary Input)
- Steering Wheel Control: Steering Wheel Control Ready
- Selectable Power Input: Selectable Power Input 2 PreIn (Front / Rear)
- Bass & Treble: Bass & Treble Controls
- Fader & Balance: Fader & Balance Controls
- Clock: Clock Built-In Clock
- DIN Trim Plate: DIN Trim Plate Detachable Trim Plate
- Detachable Face Plate: Detachable Face Plate
- Dimmer: Dimmer Input
- Power Antenna Lead: Power Antenna Lead Output
- Remote Turn-On: Remote Turn-On Output
- Audio Interrupt: Audio Interrupt Input
- Remote Control: Remote Control Ready
Tuner
- Memory Presets: Preset Stations (FM:12 / AM:6)
- Memory: Auto Memory
- Seek Mode: Local / DX Selection
Connection for iPod
- Compatibility for iPod: iPod 5th generation, iPod nano 1st/2nd/3rd/4th generation, iPod classic, iPod touch 1st/2nd generation
- Works with iPhone: Works with iPhone
- Connection Type: USB Connection
- Connection: USB Cable Included
- Source Type: Dedicated iPod Source
- M.I.X. (Shuffle) Capability: Song, Albums, All
- Music Control: Up / Down / Repeat
- Available Selections: Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Podcast, Genre, Composer, Audiobook
- Percentage Search: Percentage Search
- Alphabet Search: Alphabet Search
- Information Display: Artist, Song, Album
- Easy Navigating: Quick Search with Double-Action Encoder and Back Button for Easy Menu Navigation
Connection for USB
- Connection Type: Connection Type USB
- USB Input: USB Input Back Side
- Connection: Connection USB Cable Included
- Music Playback: Music Playback MP3/AAC/WMA Playback
Sound Tuning
- Subwoofer Level: Subwoofer Level Adjustment
- High Pass Filter: High Pass Filter Adjustment
- Bass Center Frequency: Bass Center Frequency Adjustment
- Bass Width: Bass Width Q Adjustment
- Bass Level: Bass Level Adjustment
- Treble Center Frequency: Treble Center Frequency Adjustment
- Treble Level: Treble Level Adjustment
- Loudness: Loudness Feature
- MediaXpander: MediaXpander Ready (PXA-H100 Required)
- Time Correction: Time Correction 6 Channel Time Correction Ready (PXA-H100 Required)
- Equalizer: Equalizer 5 Band Graphic / 7 Band Parametric Equalizer Ready (PXA-H100 Required)
- Crossover: Crossover Ready (PXA-H100 Required)
- IMPRINT: IMPRINT Sound System Ready (PXA-H100 Required
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Alpine iDA-X303
• Alpine IDA-X303 Digital Media Receiver (Made for iPod and works with iPhone) 2009 Model
UPC: 793276711601
EAN: 093276711602
Competitors
MSRP $300.00
Released February, 2009
Pros
- affordable price - already 2/3rds the MSRP
- built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling
- quality external microphone
Cons
- poorly translated manual
- poor AM reception
- Bluetooth pairing and phonebooks can be a real pain
Alpine iDA-X303
vs.
Clarion CZ509
MSRP $279.95
Released April, 2008
Pros
- front USB and AUX inputs
- faceplate dims when headlights are on
- Bluetooth compatible for hands-free calling
Cons
- controls aren't very intuitive
- faceplate is non-removable
- display is noisy with gaudy lights
Alpine iDA-X303
vs.
JVC KW-XG700
MSRP $260.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- front USB and aux input
- built-in iPod control
- built-in Bluetooth compatibility for hands-free calling
Cons
- Small text display, should have more than 13 characters
- no usb on the back
- iPod cable sold separately
Alpine iDA-X303
vs.
Pioneer DEH-P6100BT
MSRP $250.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- iPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible
- USB and aux inputs
- includes remote control
Cons
- Right 'knob' difficult to use/control
- Bluetooth add-on module expensive and callers report poor quality on their end
- USB and aux inputs are on the rear of the unit
Alpine iDA-X303
vs.
Kenwood KDC-HD942U
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