Alpine iDA-X001 Digital Media Receiver

biggles · 12th January 2007, 11:53

This one makes me seriously consider abandoning my RoverMac project. Single DIN head unit, nice little display plugs in to the iPod directly via USB. The price tag of $US 450 isn't too bad either.

Due out in february - meaning may, i assume :lol:

http://www.alpine-usa.com/US-en/prod...model=iDA-X001

And it looks as if it can illuminate in red as well:

http://crave.cnet.com/8301-1_105-9675833-1.html

/Erik

biggles · 2nd May 2007, 21:35

Today I ordered one! They were all out in Sweden so I had to order one in germany and hopefully it will arrive in time for the next weekend.

http://www.alpine-europe.com/typo3/i...ia_receiv&L=16

biggles · 2nd May 2007, 21:36

Now I need to get a steering wheel remote adapter as well. Incartec 29-620 seem to be a safe bet but I have yet to find either a reseller in Sweden or a UK one that will ship to Sweden.

The other route is the geuine Alpine way but there I can only almost find what I need. The base unit in question is the KCE-870B which has all the logic but then one needs a harness. There is one for the 75, KWE-895E but that has the BMW connector at the end which I then probably could butcher and adapt into an ISO setup. Or, I assume the Freelander/Rover 600/800/25/etc KWE-872E works for the 75 as well. Anyone who as any experience with these?

More specifically: Anyone who knows which other cars SW remotes uses the same resistance values for the same functions as the 75/ZT?

Raistlin · 3rd May 2007, 22:17

Erik

If you can find an on-line UK supplier for your steering wheel control interface. and you have a PAYPAL account, I don't mind buying it and shipping it out to you if the supplier will not do so directly for you.

biggles · 4th May 2007, 07:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raistlin

Erik

If you can find an on-line UK supplier for your steering wheel control interface. and you have a PAYPAL account, I don't mind buying it and shipping it out to you if the supplier will not do so directly for you.

I'll definitely take that offer up if everything else fails. My best local option right now seems to be Autoleads parts but iirc you had some issues with those.

Raistlin · 4th May 2007, 07:09

Yes - quite simply, the Autoleads interface didn't work.

I got the Incartec one and it works perfectly with my Alpine

CDTi · 4th May 2007, 10:41

It looks like the HU has IR controls. Would this be of any help:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PAC-SWI-X-SWIX...QQcmdZViewItem

Raistlin · 4th May 2007, 14:38

Erik

I'd very much appreciate your opinion of the Alpine IDA-X001 head unit.

As you know, earlier this year I fitted the CDE-9850ri Head Unit to my car specifically for IPOD compatibility.

I am pleased with it overall but the IDA-X001 looks very much better in terms of it's ability to control the IPOD and also of the mp3 tag display.

I am very tempted to change but would like to hear your impressions first please.

Raistlin · 4th May 2007, 15:40

Damnit - I couldn't wait

With the additional bluetooth unit, it'll make a good handsfree as well.

So now I'm stuck with a 3 month old CDE-9850RI if anybody wants one

I'd still like to know what you think of the IDA-X001 please Erik.

biggles · 4th May 2007, 15:54

I will be more than happy to provide an in-depth review complete with photos once I have it installed.

12th January 2007, 11:53	#1
biggles Loves to post Rover 75 2.5 V6 conn Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Linköping Posts: 414 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Alpine iDA-X001 Digital Media Receiver This one makes me seriously consider abandoning my RoverMac project. Single DIN head unit, nice little display plugs in to the iPod directly via USB. The price tag of $US 450 isn't too bad either. Due out in february - meaning may, i assume :lol: http://www.alpine-usa.com/US-en/prod...model=iDA-X001 And it looks as if it can illuminate in red as well: http://crave.cnet.com/8301-1_105-9675833-1.html /Erik

2nd May 2007, 21:35	#2
biggles Loves to post Rover 75 2.5 V6 conn Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Linköping Posts: 414 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Today I ordered one! They were all out in Sweden so I had to order one in germany and hopefully it will arrive in time for the next weekend. http://www.alpine-europe.com/typo3/i...ia_receiv&L=16 __________________ /Erik [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Rover 75 2.5 V6 Connoisseur

2nd May 2007, 21:36	#3
biggles Loves to post Rover 75 2.5 V6 conn Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Linköping Posts: 414 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Now I need to get a steering wheel remote adapter as well. Incartec 29-620 seem to be a safe bet but I have yet to find either a reseller in Sweden or a UK one that will ship to Sweden. The other route is the geuine Alpine way but there I can only almost find what I need. The base unit in question is the KCE-870B which has all the logic but then one needs a harness. There is one for the 75, KWE-895E but that has the BMW connector at the end which I then probably could butcher and adapt into an ISO setup. Or, I assume the Freelander/Rover 600/800/25/etc KWE-872E works for the 75 as well. Anyone who as any experience with these? More specifically: Anyone who knows which other cars SW remotes uses the same resistance values for the same functions as the 75/ZT? __________________ /Erik [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Rover 75 2.5 V6 Connoisseur

4th May 2007, 07:09	#6
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Yes - quite simply, the Autoleads interface didn't work. I got the Incartec one and it works perfectly with my Alpine Last edited by Raistlin; 4th May 2007 at 07:11..

4th May 2007, 10:41	#7
CDTi This is my second home No longer in the MGR club Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tipperary Posts: 3,933 Thanks: 35 Thanked 51 Times in 35 Posts	It looks like the HU has IR controls. Would this be of any help: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PAC-SWI-X-SWIX...QQcmdZViewItem __________________ 'Tis better to be silent and be thought a fool, than to speak and remove all doubt.

3rd May 2007, 22:17	#4
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Erik If you can find an on-line UK supplier for your steering wheel control interface. and you have a PAYPAL account, I don't mind buying it and shipping it out to you if the supplier will not do so directly for you.

4th May 2007, 14:38	#8
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Erik I'd very much appreciate your opinion of the Alpine IDA-X001 head unit. As you know, earlier this year I fitted the CDE-9850ri Head Unit to my car specifically for IPOD compatibility. I am pleased with it overall but the IDA-X001 looks very much better in terms of it's ability to control the IPOD and also of the mp3 tag display. I am very tempted to change but would like to hear your impressions first please.

4th May 2007, 15:40	#9
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Damnit - I couldn't wait With the additional bluetooth unit, it'll make a good handsfree as well. So now I'm stuck with a 3 month old CDE-9850RI if anybody wants one I'd still like to know what you think of the IDA-X001 please Erik.

4th May 2007, 15:54	#10
biggles Loves to post Rover 75 2.5 V6 conn Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Linköping Posts: 414 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I will be more than happy to provide an in-depth review complete with photos once I have it installed. __________________ /Erik [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Rover 75 2.5 V6 Connoisseur