Freestyle 9-inch Navigation System for custom installation with pre-installed Caravan, Camper and Truck Software, compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – X902DC-F

 

The Alpine Freestyle systems have been created to cover the growing demand for a custom installation system. Freestyle can be used especially for Mobile Homes where no regular radio or navigation fits and no solutions are available. It is then up to the skill of the installer to use the Freestyle system to create a great solution for the vehicle.

 

The 2nd generation Alpine Style system offers extensive media options including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and cutting edge iGo Primo Nextgen navigation with TomTom maps and 3 years free-of-charge map updates. You also get high-end sound quality and sound tuning options with this great system.

 

Use the Caravan, Camper and Truck specific maps and you don’t have to worry about driving on roads unfit for your vehicle.

 

This Model is also without pre-installed Caravan, Camper and Truck software available – please refer to our model X902D-F

 

 

Freestyle by Alpine: custom installation

 

Freestyle solution for custom installs

As our Alpine Style infotainment systems get more popular and the demand for more vehicle solutions increases, we also want to offer a Freestyle solution that can be custom installed in any vehicle. This is especially interesting for vehicles that are incompatible with 1DIN or 2DIN solutions, and for which there are no car specific solutions available. The new Freestyle systems are available in 7” and 9” monitor configurations and feature iGo primo NextGen navigation, as well as built-in DAB+ and other important media options.

 

All parts included

Both Freestyle products include a high-resolution touch-screen, fully customizable key panels, a media receiver, GPS / Glonass antenna, wiring kit, USB cable and a Golf 6 frame. This gives the installer all parts needed for a good custom installation.

 

Interchangeable keys

The 2 key panels can be installed horizontally or vertically, depending on the installation position. The key positions can also be assigned individually due to the interchangeable buttons. This has the advantage that key layout can be adjusted to personal preferences, as well as for left-hand or right-hand steering wheel configuration. We recommend for example, that the volume buttons are always installed on the same side than the steering wheel to be easily reachable.

 

Key caps

The key caps can be easily removed to change their position. The can also be rotated to allow vertical or horizontal installation.

 

Adjustable illumination

You can easily adjust the illumination colour of the control buttons to 6 different colours (white, red, yellow, amber, blue and green) to match the Freestyle system to your dashboard illumination. You can also adjust the brightness intensity in 2 levels. You can also adjust the display background accordingly.

 

1 DIN navigation / media receiver

The media receiver unit is very compact and has exact 1DIN measurements. This makes it quite easy to find a suitable space behind the dashboard or the centre console to install the unit.

 

 

Your Personal Media Expert

 

Works with Apple CarPlay

The innovative X902DC-F with Apple CarPlay compatibility brings you a smarter way to use your iPhone on the road. Apple CarPlay gives iPhone users an incredibly intuitive way to make calls, use maps, listen to music and access messages with just a word or a touch. You can even enjoy Spotify, internet radio or podcasts while on the road for a truly connected experience. Simply connect your CarPlay enabled iPhone to the USB port of your Alpine and you are ready to go.

 

Works with Android Auto

Android Auto was designed with safety in mind. With a simple and intuitive interface, integrated steering wheel controls, and powerful new voice actions, it’s designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road. Android Auto automatically brings you useful information, and organizes it into simple cards that appear just when they’re needed. Both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can access the navigation antenna of the X902DC-F for improved accuracy when using the navi apps.

 

User Interface

We redesigned the user interface to allow fast switching of applications with a single swipe of a finger. If you for example view and iPod playlist on your screen, all you have to do is swipe your finger from right to left to view the navigation map and iPod screen in a convenient split screen arrangement. Another swipe will show you the navigation map in full screen. This operation methodology works in all four directions to quickly and easily reach the most often used functions. You will especially like this functionality while driving since it eliminates to look for specific buttons.

 

Big Screen Entertainment

The Alpine system allows you to enjoy movies, music videos or TV shows from many different sources, such as DVDs from the optional optical drive, USB sticks, the latest smartphones with HDMI output or portable video devices (optional cables or adapters are required). You can also connect your iPod touch or iPhone via HDMI to enjoy your video content on the high-resolution 9-inch display. Alpine even offers an all-new DVB-T2 tuner (TUE-T220DV) if you like to watch TV programs while you are waiting in traffic jams. For driving safety, the video playback feature is only available if the vehicle is not in motion.

 

DAB/DAB+ Digital Radio

The built-in DAB/DAB+ tuner uses the most advanced digital technology to deliver radio reception with outstanding, noise-free sound quality. DAB also offers many other advantages over traditional FM radio: choose from a much wider range of radio stations and after the initial station scan easily select your desired channels from an alphabetic or genre list of available stations. Please note that a DAB antenna needs to be purchased separately.

 

Connect Your Smartphone

If you do not want to use Apple CarPlay or you own an iPhone 4 / 4S for example, you can still connect it and use the Alpine audio player to enjoy all your music in your car and charge your phone.

 

Built-in Bluetooth® Technology

The built-in Bluetooth® module allows wireless connection of a mobile phone for hands-free communication, while frequent software updates ensure full compatibility with the latest phones. A very intuitive user interface makes operation extremely easy. Bluetooth® also enables audio streaming from the phone: audio content or even internet radio can be wirelessly enjoyed on the Alpine system.

 

Hi-Res Audio Playback

This Alpine unit can playback audio files in FLAC format – including 24/96 and 24/192 Hi-Res Audio compatibility.

 

Extensive sound tuning options

The X902DC-F puts the power of advanced sound processing in your car with BASS ENGINE SQ to maximise bass sound and overall tone balance, plus lots of custom tuning functions like Digital Time Correction and Dual HD EQ. Best of all, you can control them easily from your smartphone with the Alpine TuneIt App. 24-Bit DAC and 2-volt PreOuts, too!

 

Parking assistance technology

The optional rear-view camera system provides parking safety with cutting-edge camera technology. The rear-view camera automatically activates when reversing. You not only have a clear view to the rear, you can also see useful distance guides for easier parking. You can even activate a trailer hitch ball guide to make hooking up your trailer much easier.

 

 

Navigation Features

 

Built-in iGo Primo NextGen Navigation

The iGo Primo NextGen navigation is currently one of the best navigation software on the market. Combined with Alpine’s powerful hardware and processing power, you get a highly accurate and super fast navigation system for your car. For example, calculating a route from Munich to Paris takes just a few seconds. The system is packed with tons of useful and unique navigation features, from partial address input with automatic detection, TMC route guidance, 3D landmark icons and much more. It also includes hundreds-of-thousands of POIs, to make it easy to find restaurants and any kind of public places near you.

 

Important Navigation Features

Extensive map database of 48 European countries

Map updates can be purchased at any time online through naviextras.com

Updates can be purchased by country and by region.

This saves cost by updating only what is necessary.

Address search with postcode input (including 7-digit UK postcodes)

Smart routes: the system database stores historic traffic patterns and uses them to choose the best route depending on the time of day and day of week

High-resolution maps

 

TomTom Maps with 3 Years Free-of-charge updates

A navigation system is only as good as its map database: the X902DC-F includes TomTom maps for an awesome map coverage of 49 European countries. Within 3 years after the first navigation fix, you can go to alpine.naviextras.com to download map updates free of charge for your Alpine unit – you can even do so without any limitation on how often you update. After 3 years have passed, you can download regional map packages or the full European map update based on your needs for very reasonable cost.

 

GPS and Glonass Compatible

More satellites equal higher navigation accuracy and a faster positioning fix. This Alpine product is compatible with GPS satellite signals and can also receive positioning data from Glonass satellites. This brings big advantages especially in an urban environment with many tall buildings and when driving next to high mountains. When using navigation with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto you can also benefit from this new improved compatibility.

 

Set your vehicle’s measurements

The big advantage of this navigation product is that you can input your vehicle’s height, length, width, weight, and if you tow a trailer or not. These parameters are then considered when a route is calculated, to avoid results that are inappropriate for your specific vehicle.

 

Set your cargo parameters

The type of cargo you transport is equally important then a truck’s measurements and weight: many areas have strict regulations when it comes to dangerous goods and can not be entered if a specific cargo type is loaded. This navigation unit allows you to input the type of cargo (such as explosives, flammable or non-flammable gas, poisonous substances, etc) to avoid that any route calculation includes restricted areas.

 

One Look Display

Alpine’s innovative “One Look” split-screen technology allows you to view the navigation map and audio playback information at one glance. This eliminates the need to switch between different applications. You can switch from full screen to One Look view with just a swipe on the display, and you can simply drag the navi map to be shown in the left or in the right window.

 

Points of Interest

You can easily search for POIs by category, name, distance and other criteria. This is very helpful when looking for a specific restaurant franchise or a specific petrol station brand nearby. Restaurant information includes the phone number next to the address and food type – with a quick tap on the screen you can call ahead and reserve a table.

 

Online Navigation with Apple CarPlay

When you’re driving, Maps helps you find the way to your destination with turn-by-turn spoken directions and new, easier-to-read visuals. When a turn is coming up, the view zooms in to show you exactly where to go. Along the way, large signs and arrows guide you in the right direction and let you know how long it’s going to take to get there. Looking for a gas station, restaurant, or coffee shop along your route? New buttons on the navigation screen help you quickly find the closest places and estimate how much time the detour will add to your trip. If you push the navigation hard-key on your Alpine unit twice, you active Apple CarPlay navigation without going through many menu points.

 

Online Navigation with Android Auto

Let Google Maps lead the way. It’s easy to get where you’re going with free voice-guided navigation, live traffic information, lane guidance, and more. Whether on your phone screen or on your car display, Android Auto was designed with safety in mind. With larger touch targets, a simplified interface, and easy-to-use voice actions, it’s designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road. The X902DC-F works seamlessly with Android Auto and Google maps. Android Auto can even access the Alpine navigation antenna for highest positioning accuracy.

 

 

FEATURES

 

Tuner

Memory Presets: Preset Stations (FM: 24 / MW: 6 / LW: 6)

Memory: Auto Memory

Seek Mode: Local / DX Selection

 

RDS

RDS Functions: PI, PS, AF, TA, TP, PTY, NEWS, RADIO TEXT

 

DAB Tuner

DAB+ Tuner Built-in

DAB+/DMB Supported

DAB+ Slideshow Service

DLS (Dynamic Label Service)

DAB Service Following

RDS Fallback (where available)

Service Preset: 18 Preset Memory

Auto Ensemble/Service Memory

Service Search Function

PTY Search Function

Alphabet Search Function

Antenna Power Supply Selection

 

BLUETOOTH®

Built-in BLUETOOTH® Module

Wide Band Speech Technology

HFP (Hands-Free Profile) Compatible

Streaming Music: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Compatible

Streaming Music Control: AVRCP (Audio / Video Remote Control Profile) Ver.1.5 Compatible

Advanced BLUETOOTH® Technology

Connection: SSP (Simple Secure Pairing) Supported

Individual Profile Connection Hands Free Phone and Music Streaming

Phone Book: Phone Book Synchronization

Speed Dial: 4 Preset Memory (per phone)

Multiple Phone Number Registration: 5 Phone Numbers can be stored for one name

Device Name Display

Auto Answer

Call History Display: Outgoing Calls / Incoming Calls / Missed Calls

Redial Function

Speech Volume Level Adjustment: Possible for Outgoing and Incoming Volume

DTMF (Touch-Tone) Function

Signal Strength Indicator

Battery Level Indicator

Menu Language Selection: 24 Languages

Firmware Updatable

Microphone Included

 

Made for iPod® / iPhone®

Compatibility for iPod/iPhone: compatible with all models except 1st and 2nd generation iPhone

Connection: KCU-471i Required (Sold separately)

Music Playback

Available Selections: Playlist / Artist / Album /Song / Podcast / Genre / Composer / Audiobook

Alphabet Search

Artwork Display

Direct Up / Down: Playlist / Artist / Album / Genre / Composer

M.I.X. (Shuffle) Play: Song, Albums, All

Repeat

Battery Charging  

 

Connectivity

Works with Apple CarPlay (requires CarPlay enabled iPhone)

Works with Android Auto (Requires Android Auto enabled smartphone)

 

Navigation Function

Map Coverage: 48 Countries (Western and Eastern Europe)

Menu Language: 29 Languages

Voice Guidance Language: 29 Languages for Voice Guidance, 15 Languages for Text-to-Speech (TTS)

Advanced Address Search

Post Code Search

Free Form Search

Partial Name Search

Advanced POI Functions

Smart Routes: Smart Routes using historic traffic patterns

Advanced Route Planning

Eco Route Search

7 Alternative Route Recommendation

Advanced TMC Mode

Map Display Mode: 2D Heading Up, 2D North Up, 3D

3D City Mode: 3D Building/Icon Display

Elevation Map Display: 3D maps with elevation mode

3D Motorway Junction View: Junction View with Sign Post

Drive Lane Suggestion

Tunnel Mode

Highway Mode

Voice Guidance Mixing

Text-to-Speech

Direct Phone Call from POI data

3 Positioning Sensors: GPS, Gyroscope, Vehicle Speed Pulse

 

USB Media Connection

USB Connection: USB Extension Cable Included

Music Playback: FLAC/MP3/WMA/AAC compatible

Video Playback: MP4 compatible

File / Folder Name Search

Tag Info Search

Folder Up / Down

M.I.X. Random Play

Repeat

 

Sound Tuning

Bass Engine SQ

Bass Engine™ Pro

Subwoofer Level Adjustment

Subwoofer Phase Select

2 V High Voltage PreOut

Equalizer: Flat, Pops, Rock, News, Jazz, Electrical Dance, Hip Hop, Easy Listening, Country, Classical

Dual HD EQ (9-band Parametric Equalizer front/rear)

6 Channel Digital Time Correction

Digital Crossover Setting

Customized Sound Setting by Car Type

MediaXpander HD

Application Volume Level Setting

Sound Setting Data Download

Easy, Step-by-Step Sound Customization

Alpine TuneIt App ready

 

General

Power Output: 4 x 50 W High Power Amplifier

Advanced Power IC

Display: 9-inch Capacitive WVGA High Resolution Display

White LED Backlighting System

50/50 Split Screen: Left / Right Position Changeable

Control Type: Touch, Drag, Flick

My Favorites Function

Automatic Setting Change for 2 Users

High Grade Audiophile Design

3 PreOuts (2 V, Front / Rear / Subwoofer)

AUX-In: 1 A/V AUX Input (3.5mm micro jack)

Steering Wheel Remote Control Function

Vehicle Display Interface Ready (UART connection)

Remote Control Ready

Navigation Guidance Mix

Camera Connection & Built-in Controls for Multi-View Cameras

Camera Guide Line Adjustment

Rearview Camera Display Automatic Boot-up

Simple Mode & Info Mode Display Selection

Visual EQ

Live Contrast Adjustment

Menu Language: 24 Languages (for AV / Bluetooth), 29 Languages (Navigation Menu and Voice Guidance)

Clock

Auto Dimmer

Anti-theft security code

Firmware Updatable

Power Antenna Lead

Remote Turn-On

HDMI Input (Alpine Special HDMI connector required)

Engine Start-Stop unaffected

Ready for optional DVD Player DVE-5300

 

Vehicle Parameter Setting

Dimensions (length, width, height)

Actual and maximum allowed weight

Type of freight (category of dangerous goods, i.e. explosives, flammables)

Use of a trailer and number of axles

Maximum allowed speed

 

Map & Database

Online Map Update via alpine.naviextras.com

Featuring TomTom Maps

3 Years free of charge map update (multiple updates possible)

 

Installation

Freestyle Kit Solution included, contains 9-inch screen, face plate, keys, key harness, display cables, Microphone, remote cable harness

Interfaces available

 

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

Screen

Screen Size: 9-inch Capacitive WVGA

LCD Type: Transparent Type TN LCD

Operation System: TFT Active Matrix

Number of Picture Elements: 1,152,000 pixels (800 x 3 x 480)

Illumination System: White LED Backlighting

Effective Number of Picture Elements: 99.99%

Colour System: NTSC, PAL

 

Max Power Output Ratings

Max Power Output: 4 x 50 W

 

FM Tuner

Tuning Range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz

Mono Usable Sensitivity: 8.1 dBf (0.7 µV / 75 ohms)

50dB Quieting Sensitivity: 12 dBf (1.1 µV / 75 ohms)

Alternate Channel Selectivity: 80 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 65 dB

Stereo Separation: 35 dB

Capture Ratio: 2 dB

 

MW Tuner

Tuning Range: 531 – 1,602 kHz

Usable Sensitivity (IEC Standard): 25.1 µV / 28 dBf

 

LW Tuner

Tuning Range: 153 – 281 kHz

Usable Sensitivity (IEC Standard): 31.6 µV / 30 dBf

 

USB

USB Requirements: USB 2.0

Max. Power Consumption: 1,500 mA (CDP Support)

USB Class: Mass Storage Class, Play From Device

File System: FAT 16/32

MP3 Decoding: MPEG-1/2 AUDIO Layer-3

WMA Decoding: Windows Media™ Audio

AAC Decoding: ACC-LC format ′′.m4a′′ file

FLAC Decoding

Number of Channels: 2-Channel (Stereo)

Frequency Response: 5 – 20k Hz ±1 dB *Frequency Response may differ depending on the encoder software/bit rate

Total Harmonic Distortion (at 1kHz): 0.008%

DynamicRange(at 1kHz): 95 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100 dB

Channel Separation (at 1kHz): 85 dB

 

GPS / Glonass

GPS / Glonass compatible navigation antenna included

 

BLUETOOTH®

BLUETOOTH® Version: Bluetooth V2.1+EDR

Output Power: +4 dBm Max. (Power class 2)

HFP: HFP (Hands Free Profile)

OPP (Object Push Profile)

PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)

HSP (Head Set Profile)

A2DP: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

AVRCP: AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)

SPP (Serial Port Profile)

 

Sound Tuning

Subwoofer Level Adjustment: 0 to +15

Subwoofer Phase Setting: 0° or 180°

BASS ENGINE SQ: 5Mode, Level 0 to +6

HighPassFilter: 20 / 25 / 31.5 / 40 / 50 / 63 / 80 / 100 / 125 / 160 / 200 Hz

HighPassFilter (Slope): Off / -6 / -12 / -18 / -24 dB/oct.

HighPassFilter (Gain): -12 to 0 dB

LowPassFilter: 20 / 25 / 31.5 / 40 / 50 / 63 / 80 / 100 / 125 / 160 / 200 Hz

LowPassFilter (Slope): Off / -6 / -12 / -18 / -24 dB/oct.

LowPassFilter (Gain): -12 to 0 dB

Time Correction: 0.0 – 9.9ms (0.1ms step)

Dual HD EQ Front + Rear

Parametric Equalizer (Band 1): 20 – 100 Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Band 2): 63 – 315 Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Band 3): 125 – 500 Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Band 4): 250 – 1k Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Band 5): 500 – 2k Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Band 6): 1k – 4k Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Band 7): 2k – 7.2k Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Band 8): 5.8k – 12k Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Band 9): 9k – 20k Hz

Parametric Equalizer (Gain): -14 to +14

Application Volume Level Setting: -14 to +14

 

HDMI Section

Input Format 720p/480p/VGA

Output Format 480p

 

General

Power Requirement: 14.4 V. DC (11-16V allowable)

Pre Output Voltage (Before Clipping): 2 V / 10k ohms

Maximum Mounting Angle: 30°

 

Dimensions

Display cable length: 100 cm

Key harness length: 25 cm

Din Size: 1DIN chassis and 9” Capacitive Touch Screen

Chassis Size (W x H x D) mm: 178 x 50 x 164 mm

Monitor size (W x H x D) mm: 214.7 x 136.6 x 32.45 mm

 

The Caravan, Camper and Truck Software considers following restrictions and limitations by calculating the route and also gives warnings whilst driving without calculated route in 40 countries*:

General through traffic restrictions for trucks (i.e. environmental zones)

Through traffic restrictions for all categories of dangerous goods

(i.e. explosives, flammables)

Turn and U-Turn restrictions for trucks

Restrictions for trailers

Limitations of length

Limitations of width

Limitations of height

Limitations of weight

Height and width limitations of tunnels and bridge pass throughs

Maximum allowed weight of bridges

* Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom