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The Alpine iDA-X305 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 high resolution 2.2-inch color TFT display allows you to view your iPod album art and displays song and track information, and also has a large clock display. The large double-action rotary knob gives maximum control of functions like QuickSearch for finding sound and adjusting volume. This knob is removable for anti-theft purposes, and there is an option of blue or red illumination. 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 Alpine iDA-X305 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 $350.00
Release date January, 2009
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FEATURES
General
- Power Output: Max 50 W x 4 High Power Amplifier
- CD Changer: CD Changer Control
- Display: 2.2'' High Resolution TFT Color Display
- Control Type: Double-Action Encoder
- iPersonalize: iPersonalize (Wallpaper Only)
- Face Color: Black
- Illumination Buttons: Blue / Red Illuminated Buttons
- PreOut: 3 PreOuts (2 V )
- DAC: 24-Bit Burr-Brown DAC
- Auxiliary Input: Versatile-Link Ready (KCA-121B Auxiliary Input)
- Steering Wheel Control: Steering Wheel Control Ready
- Selectable Power Input: 2 PreIn (Front / Rear)
- Bass & Treble: Bass & Treble Controls
- Fader & Balance: Fader & Balance Controls
- Clock: Built-In Clock
- Calendar: Built-In Calendar
- 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: Album Art, Song (Title, Album), Clock
- Easy Navigating: Quick Search with Double-Action Encoder and Back Button for Easy Menu Navigation
Connection for USB
- Connection Type: USB
- USB Input: Back-Side
- Connection: USB Cable (Included)
- 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-X305
• Alpine iDA-X305 Digital Media Receiver
UPC: 793276711618
EAN: 093276711619
MPN: IDA-X305
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MSRP $340.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- built-in Bluetooth receiver for hands-free calling
- direct Apple iPod support
- HD and satellite radio ready
Cons
- expensive
- iPod cable not included
- USB and aux ports are on the rear of the unit
Alpine iDA-X305
vs.
Pioneer DEH-P7100BT
Reviews
March 25, 2009
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Pros
- digital iPod control
- quality 24-Bit Burr-Brown DAC
- includes a remote control
- Bluetooth ready (requires add-on)
- DVD & HD/Satellite radio ready (requires add-ons)
Cons
- poorly implimented knob
- cheap build quality
- most functionality requires add-ons to be purchased separately
- no CD player
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September 3, 2009
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Pros
- digital iPod control
- Quick Search for large song volumes
Cons
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iDA, X, 305, iDAX, X305, iDAX305
