January 6th 2015
Alpine Electronics Expands the Alpine Restyle Program
Torrance, Calif. (Jan. 6, 2015) - Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is expanding its exclusive Alpine Restyle 9-inch dash system program with the debut of new models. The new systems were unveiled today at the 2015 International CES, taking place Jan. 6-9, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
The Alpine Restyle program redesigns the driver’s experience in the cockpit of trucks and SUVs. The centerpiece of the program is the X009, a multi-function system with audio, video and navigation features. The X009 has a distinctive 9-inch touch screen, which is the largest full-system screen in the North American aftermarket.
To accommodate the large screen into trucks and SUVs, the X009 is paired with vehicle-specific Alpine Restyle dash kits. Each kit is Alpine engineered for use with a specific vehicle platform with color, finish and shape that matches the factory dash. The kits feature hard keys that fully replace the factory radio knobs. The vehicle-specific kits have back-lit hard keys that match the lighting in the factory instrument cluster. The Alpine Restyle dash systems consists of the X009, matching dash kit and all necessary accessories for plug-and-play installation including an Alpine/vehicle-specific harness, antenna adapter (if necessary) and a two-way, data-driven vehicle interface module.
“Alpine Restyle is more than a product category, it's an attitude,” said Steve Crawford, vice president and general manager, aftermarket business unit, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. “Truck owners take pride in accessorizing their trucks to make them more useful and customized. We are restyling truck and SUV cockpits with technology and design that are unavailable anywhere else in the aftermarket. At the same time, we are supporting our authorized Alpine retailer base with a one-of-a-kind business model that is committed to growth.”
New Vehicle Platforms Added
Five new Alpine Restyle dash systems are being introduced for 2015, raising the total number of available X009 systems to eight. The new models are:
The above models join the three currently available systems:
In total, the Alpine Restyle truck and SUV dash systems are compatible with over eight million vehicles available from the applicable makes, models and years.
Included iDatalink® Maestro Module
The X009 Restyle dash system retains many of the factory vehicle controls and features through the included iDatalink® Maestro module, and a dedicated hard key provides access to the iDatalink® features (module not included with the X009-U). Users can choose customized vehicle information (diagnostic data, gauge screen, parking assist screen, etc.) to be viewed on the screen. Examples of factory features that can be retained through the X009 include: OnStar™ from GM, SYNC® from Ford, Uconnect® from Chrysler, SiriusXM, factory amplified system, rear seat entertainment system, HVAC controls, rear view camera and steering wheel controls (retained features and customized vehicle information vary by vehicle model).
Alpine TuneIt® App for Sound Tuning
The X009 dash systems are compatible with the Alpine TuneIt® App. This free smartphone app is an easy-to-use sound tuning app which offers Facebook notifications. Users download the app onto their iPhone® or Android™ smartphone and create a user profile with information about themselves, their vehicle and their Alpine sound system. The app allows for adjustments to sound settings (like Time Correction, Parametric EQ and Crossover) for their specific vehicle, or users can choose from the pre-made settings in the database. Alpine speakers and subwoofers are available as options in the database so if users have these items in their vehicle, they can be selected within the app for more precise tuning of the audio system. Settings can be shared with and rated by other users. The phone only needs to be connected when downloading the sound setting into the Alpine receiver; this connection can be done through USB for iPhone®, or through Bluetooth® wireless technology with a compatible Android™ smartphone.
Users are notified of incoming activity on their Facebook wall through an on-screen pop-up notice. A separate version of the Alpine TuneIt® App with a text-to-speech (TTS) feature is available for $3.99. If the user has this version of the app and chooses to accept the Facebook notification, the Alpine TuneIt® App will read the message back via text-to-speech. The user has the option to “Like” the message through the press of a button.
Audio Features
Audio features available on the X009 Restyle dash systems include:
Video and Navigation Features
The X009 Restyle dash systems have a full WVGA high-resolution screen for crisp, detailed picture quality. The Dual Zone video control lets drivers use a source in the dash while the back seat passengers enjoy a separate video on the rear seat screen (optional screen sold separately). The X009 has an HDMI input for connectivity to HDMI-enabled mobile devices (optional MHL adapter required).
Alpine’s proprietary navigation interface includes pre-loaded maps of the United States, Canada and more than seven million Points of Interest (POIs). Major landmarks, buildings and terrain details for major cities are depicted in 3D. Driving directions are delivered through text-to-speech announcements, and the highway services list displays the services available at each exit (gas, food, ATMs, etc.) to help drivers make quick decisions while en route. The system comes with free lifetime HERE Traffic RDS service.
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Features
The X009 uses Alpine’s advanced Bluetooth® wireless technology. Ease-of-use features include secure simple pairing (SSP); phone battery, cellular signal level and received message icons; as well as call waiting. Sound quality features include MediaXpander® technology, improved audio streaming, and enhanced phone call sound quality. For specific vehicles, a specially-designed microphone is built into the external keys for optimized sound quality during calls.
“My Favorites” Customizable Settings
The X009 has the popular “My Favorites” feature, which lets users customize quick-access screens with up to 80 shortcuts to their most-used features. Two separate users can each design up to 10 Favorites page profiles of eight shortcuts per page. Shortcuts can be created from audio sources, navigation commands (favorite places direct search, nearest POI search), and phone settings (favorite person direct call). The shortcuts are easily added by pressing the shortcut soft key that appears within all audio and hands-free sources. The Alpine system recognizes each user’s profile (via Bluetooth® wireless technology from his or her smartphone) and automatically loads the user’s system preferences when he or she starts the system.
Drive Assist Compatibility
All 9-inch Restyle dash systems are compatible with Alpine’s drive assist products which include front and rear view camera systems. The Restyle dash systems have a visual parking guide which overlays markers onto the rear view image when it’s projected on the in-dash screen.
Availability
The X009-FD2, X009-GM2, X009-RAM, X009-WRA and X009-TND will be available at authorized Alpine retailers as listed below. The X009-FD1, X009-GM and X009-U are available now, visit www.alpine-usa.com for a store locator.
X009-FD2
9-inch dash system for select Ford F-150 trucks with MyFord® 4.2-inch screen (2013-2014)
X009-GM2
9-inch dash system for GM full size trucks with upper dash radio (2007-2013)
X009-RAM
9-inch dash system for select Ram trucks (2013-Up; not compatible with factory 8.4-inch screen-equipped models)
X009-WRA
9-inch dash system for Jeep Wrangler (2012-Up)
X009-TND
9-inch dash system for Toyota Tundra trucks (2007-2013)
The following Alpine Restyle dash systems are available now:
X009-FD1
9-inch dash system for select Ford F-150 trucks with base radio system (2009-2014)
X009-GM
9-inch dash system for select GM trucks with lower dash radio (2007-2013) and GM SUVs (2007-2014)
X009-U
9-inch dash system for custom installations
Notice: Product information is based upon current information at the time of press, but cannot be guaranteed. All designs, features, specifications and delivery dates are subject to change without notice.
TuneIt and MediaXpander are registered trademarks of Alpine Electronics, Inc. PANDORA, the PANDORA logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. “HD Radio” is a trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation. iPod®, iPhone®, and Made for iPod® and iPhone® are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Alpine Electronics, Inc. is under license. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. iDatalink is a trademark of Automotive Data Solutions, Inc. Chevrolet, GMC and OnStar® are registered trademark of General Motors Corporation. Ford, F-150, MyFord® and SYNC® are registered trademarks of Ford Motors Corporation. Ram and Jeep are registered trademarks of FCA US LLC. Uconnect® is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. Toyota and Tundra are registered trademarks of Toyota Motor Corporation. HERE is a registered trademark of HERE Global B.V. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
About Alpine Electronics
Alpine Electronics is an automotive electronics manufacturer that provides consumers and leading auto makers with audio, video, navigation and driver assistance products. The company specializes 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 safe, comfortable and eco-friendly automotive electronics products.
For more information about Alpine’s aftermarket products, visit www.alpine-usa.com.
Alpine Electronics of America, Inc.