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  Alpine KCA-420i iPod Control Interface
 
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iPod control interface

Our Price: CAD $129.99


Stock Status: In Stock


Product Code: 500KCA420I



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Forget about fumbling around with your iPod controls to change songs or albums while driving. Now, you can connect your iPod to a compatible 2004 Alpine in-dash receiver with Ai-Net connections (see below), and control all the functions right from the receiver! (Note: the adapter is compatible with all iPod and iPod mini models equipped with a dock connector and iPod software update 2004-04-28, or higher. )

The KCA-420i package includes a compact adapter module and two cables. Mount the adapter module in a hidden location in your vehicle, then connect one cable from the module to your Alpine receiver, and the second cable from the module to your iPod. Once connected, you can control virtually all iPod playback functions from your compatible Alpine receiver, including search (playlist, artist, album), track preview, and shuffle play (playlist, all tracks).

Alpine's Quick Search keys offer quick and easy navigation through your iPod's music menu, and you can set your receiver's Bass Engine controls to maximize the sound quality of your iPod tunes. And, best of all, the KCA-420i module automatically charges your iPod's internal battery as you drive.

Read a hands-on review of the KCA-420i at CrutchfieldAdvisor.com.

 
Details:
   » includes adapter module and two 78" connecting cables
   » for all docking iPods, including video iPods, iPod photos, iPod nanos, and iPod minis
   » access iPod with Alpine receiver's controls (compatible with 2004 Alpine Ai-Net receivers)
   » charges iPod battery while driving
   » artist/song info displays on Alpine receiver display
   » module dimensions: 5-9/16"W (with cables) x 1-7/16"H x 5-9/16"D
   » warranty: 1 year

Average Customer Rating: Based on 50 Reviews.


 
This does NOT work with iPhone 3G July 24, 2008
Reviewer: Keith from Kansas City  
Bought this as a ipod playthrough/charging solution for my new iPhone 3G and while it will do all of the ipod functions it will not charge.

Checking around the web it seems apple changed the pin configuration and disabled firewire charging, I am going to sit tight for an adapter.


 
April 26, 2008
Reviewer: Dongyoung from Sacramento, CA  
easy install!


 
March 25, 2008
Reviewer: Kyle from Blacksburg, VA  
The product is great.  End of story.  If you're big on music and don't want to sacrifice quality, while being able to control the iPod from the head unit without worrying about depleting the battery, this is for you.

If you read online reviews and the reviews below, you'll see the same few arguments, which I have not seen to be a problem.  With the CDA-9855 it's not difficult to search for Artists or Albums.  The charge problem is a problem with iPods in general, so it's not something specifically related to the 420i.

To me, if you want digital quality, with control and the benefit of not running the battery down, this is for you.  I rip my music lossless - quality is very important to me.  If you're more casual about about how it sounds and how it plays in your car, then this might not be your first option.

It's digital, it's control, it charges and it's hidden, so it looks great if you do it right.

It's a win-win and worth the price if music quality is important to you.  Even if it's not, it ends up looking really good.


 
Great product January 17, 2008
Reviewer: Jeffrey from Zelienople, PA  
I really enjoy the broad range of music I have in my car now, with my Ipod.  Sure beats carrying around a boatload of CDs.  Installed quickly. Works great in all aspects.


 
March 7, 2007
Reviewer: Greg from Richmond, VA  
Amazing clarity, superb by far in comparison to any FM transmitters.  This adapter was simple to install with my alpine head unit and works perfectly with my nano iPod.  The only downsides are it can take a while to find the song you're looking for if you have a large library, but that can be solved with some practical playlisting. I would definitely recommend this if you're not looking to buy a new head unit but are tired of the static and poor quality of FM transmitters.


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Alpine KCA-420i CAD $129.99