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GOLD:

Alpine IVA-D106R: Best AV Head Unit (single DIN), Alpine IXA-W404R: Best double DIN (without Navigation), Alpine PKG-2000P: Best Screen, Alpine CDE-102RI: Best CD tuner (under £150), Alpine CDA-105RI: Best CD tuner (over £150), Alpine CDE-103BT: Best Bluetooth head unit, Alpine IXA-W404R: Best iPod/iPhone direct (mech-less) head unit, Alpine HCE C200R: Best Camera Product

SILVER:

Alpine SPG-13CS: 130mm Component Speakers up to £150, Alpine SPX-13REF: 130mm Component Speakers over £150, Alpine MRP-M352: Best Mono Amp (entry level), Alpine PDX 1.1000: Best Mono Amp (over £150), Alpine SWE-1000: Best Powered Bass Box

BRONZE:

Alpine SPX-17REF: 165mm Component Speakers over £150, Alpine iDA-X305: Best iPod/iPhone direct (mech-less) head unit, Alpine PMX-F640: Best 4-channel Amp (entry level), Alpine PMX-T320: Best Stereo Amp (entry level), Alpine iPod Nano: Best Dealer Incentive, Alpine NVE-099P: Best Fixed Nav System

iXA-W404R

The iXA-W404R is a high-performance iPod controller that uses either the double-action rotary button or the vibrant 4.3-inch QVGA colour touch-screen. The unit has an AM/FM tuner and a high-speed USB connection for the best iPod/iPhone sound, plus connectivity to any USB-based portable music player or memory device. Any colour display iPod is compatible with the iXA-W404R, and the unit meets Apple’s “Made for iPod” and “Works with iPhone” compatibility specifications.

“More than ever, consumers want to use their portable digital media players in the car and enhance this experience with great sound and visuals,” said Keith Holness, National Sales Manager, Alpine Electronics. “The iXA-W404R provides a fun, new way for consumers to control and experience all the digital content they are carrying around in their iPod, iPhone or portable device.”

The unit’s Percentage Search or Page Skip functions let users navigate through large music files alphabetically, making it easier to find music. Consumers also can personalise the iXA-W404R by selecting one of seven included display widgets, including a clock, calculator and a calendar, with as many as four widgets viewed on the screen at once. Additionally, iPod and iPhone video playback is fully supported by the iXA-W404R when the vehicle is parked.<ins> </ins>

The iXA-W404R offers the ability to add additional entertainment and information options, including Bluetooth, navigation or reversing cameras and by using the Drive Assist buttons at the bottom of the unit these are accessible at the touch of a button for ease of use. <ins></ins>

Alpine’s KCE-400BT Bluetooth Interface Module (sold separately) can be added to allow mobile phone conversations to be heard through the vehicle’s sound system.  Phone functions are controlled via the iXA-W404R. It also provides wireless streaming of music from A2DP-enabled Bluetooth devices. The iXA-W404R is also GPS navigation-ready for Alpine’s optional navigation products. When one of these products is connected to the iXA-W404R, the map information and driving directions from the navigation unit are displayed on the iXA-W404R’s screen.  It is also possible to add a reversing camera to see what’s around the vehicle, allowing greater safety and easier parking.

Pricing and Availability:

TheiXA-W404R Digital Media Station is available now with a Typical Selling Price of £499.99. The KCE-400BT Bluetooth Interface is available with a Typical Selling Price of £149.99. All products are available through authorised Alpine dealers. To learn more about the iXA-W404R or to find an authorised Alpine retailer, please visit www.alpine-electronics.co.uk.

About Alpine Electronics:

Alpine Electronics is an automotive electronics manufacturer that supports drivers in over 60 countries and provides the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers with audio, video, navigation and driver assistance products. The company specialises in system integration solutions with innovative vehicle entertainment and information technologies. Alpine’s R&D and manufacturing facilities in Japan, China, Europe and North America ensure that all products address the real world requirements of drivers in each market. The company is committed to developing products that are safe, comfortable and eco-friendly for the automotive environment. For more information about Alpine Electronics visit www.alpine-electronics.co.uk.

Notice: Product information is based upon current information at the time of writing, but cannot be guaranteed. All designs, features, specifications and delivery dates are subject to change without notice.

Auszug Naviconnect: Die ungewöhnliche Kombination Festeinbau und Plug-&-Play Navigation bringt zunächst einen großen Vorteil mit sich: Besitzer mehrerer Autos können in einem Fahrzeug die Festeinbau Lösung nutzen, in den anderen Wagen das Blackbird mal schnell per Saugnapfhalter an die Scheibe kleben. So bleibt einem der Kauf eines Zweit-Navis erspart.

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