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Alpine intros KCE-415i adapter for video iPods
By LC Angell
Senior Editor, iLounge
Published: Wednesday, June 28, 2006
News Category: iPod Accessories
Alpine has introduced a new in-vehicle interface adapter that connects a fifth-generation iPod to an Alpine video monitor, enabling users to play and watch videos stored on the device. The Alpine KCE-415i adapter can control an iPod through an Alpine head unit or remote control, and also charges a connected iPod automatically. The adapter is compatible with the following Alpine monitors: TME-M860, TME-M770S, IVA-D100R/RB, IVA-D310R/RB, IVA-W200Ri, PKG-2000P, and PKG-1000P. Pricing was not immediately available. It’s also not clear when the KCE-415i adapter will be available in the U.S. [via Engadget]
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if it’s easy to search through the ipod’s files then i will be emptying the penny jar for this baby with an iva w200 screen!!!!!
Posted by ryan on June 28, 2006 at 1:24 PM (PDT)
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If it’s anything like my Alpine and iPod Adaptor, it will be impossible to search. I find it easier, and safer, to disconnect my iPod, search for the right playlist by hand, play and Pause and then hook it back up to the Alpine.
Maybe with a Full Monitor Display they may be able to emulate the iPod GUI better, but I won’t hold my breath. Alpine have Great sound but lousy UI’s.
Posted by Daniel Woods on June 28, 2006 at 1:58 PM (PDT)
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I have the Alpine 9857 with KCE-422i connection and I personally don’t think its that bad. Most of my music is divided up into playlists anyway. Even searching for Artist or Album is a bit round a bout but you get the hang of it.
Posted by Wil on June 28, 2006 at 2:51 PM (PDT)
4
Holy crap, holy crap, holy crap..............
I’ve got no excuses now!!!!!!!
I’ve been wanting the IVA-W200 head unit, and if this allows for video support, then I guess its off to my Alpine dealer.
Posted by jwc110869 on June 28, 2006 at 3:37 PM (PDT)
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If its anything like their old version I wont be buying....anyone know what head units are able to use it?
Posted by Matt Bottomley on July 4, 2006 at 9:29 AM (PDT)