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IL-ALPA Apple lightning adapter for Alpine AUX Ready Ai-NET Radios

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iOS adapter cable for Alpine Ai-NET Versatile link ready radios.
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    IL-ALPA
Play and charge iOS devices on Alpine Ai-NET Versatile-Link AUX ready radios.

If you own an older Alpine Ai-NET AUX ready radio and wish to connect, play and charge an IOS device, then the IL-ALPA is for you! The IL-ALPA is capable of upgrading select Alpine Versatile-Link (AUX ready) radios to support iOS devices via the CD changer port. Once installed, connect lightning plug to IOS device and enjoy your favorite tunes through a clean audio connection and charging as you drive. All controls and display functions will still need to be operated from the iOS device but volume and tone control setting on Alpine radio are used to set the listening level. Internet connected iPhones, iPads & iPods can also stream music from popular sites like Pandora, Spotify and others. With the IL-ALPA is installed, Alpine CD changer and/or other accessories, must be disconnected and will no longer function.
» Supports playback and charging from iOS lightning devices ( except Nano 7G, iPhone 15)
» Provides an audio connection solution without disrupting the look of existing dash components.
» Listen to GPS App Instructions on car speakers as you drive
» Stream from music into the Alpine radio from internet sites such as Pandora, Spotify etc.
» Connects to the "CD Changer" port of select Alpine Ai-NET Versatile Link ready radios (not FM Modulated)
[Please read all requirements and warnings below prior to purchasing this part]
1. Compatible with all Alpine Versatile-Link ready head units. Click here for partial listing or consult radio manual for details.
2. An Ai-NET "CD changer port" is not the only requirement. Radio must be Versatile-LINK (AUX ready), otherwise it will not recognize this adapter.
3. When the IL-ALPA is used, a CD changer connection is NOT possible.
4. NOT for Alpine M-Bus radios (e.g. CDM-, TDM etc.) M-BUS radios require M-BUS adapter such as A2D-ALPM
5. Alpine radio will *NOT* control or display track, song name etc. Use audio device built-in controls to access files.
6. Not for Jaguar, Volvo, Honda, Chrysler or any factory radio
7. Does NOT support hands-free calls.

Installation
1. If present, disconnect cd changer or other Alpine accessory from radio Ai-net port
2. Connect Ai-Net plug from adapter to radio
3. Connect (splice, solder etc.) red wire to an accessory (switched) supply wire in vehicle
4. Run Lightning plug to desired location on dashboard, glove box, console etc. within 3 ft. of radio. Use caution not to cut, pinch or crimp cable during this step.
5. Connect IOS device to Lightning plug and enjoy.

An Ai-NET CD changer port on radio does NOT guarantee compatibility. Radio must be Versatile-LINK ready or listed on the application guide.

Frequent Asked Questions
1. My Alpine radio has a CD changer port on the back, will this part work?
A-- Yes, but only if radio is V-LINK ready OR NON-VERSATILE LINK with a pink/black wire on harness.
2. I already have an Alpine CD changer connected, will it still work?
A- NO. You must disconnected CD changer or purchase PIE's ALP-AUX to retain CD changer.
3. How can i distinguish between Alpine Ai-NET and M-BUS radios?
A- Most Alpine Bus systems can be identified by 3rd letter in model number: "A" (Ai-NET) and "M" (M-BUS). Examples: CDA-9811 (Ai-net), CDM-7874 (m-bus) Also M-BUS radio have an 8-pin DIN connector.


Defective returns:
Our returns policy differs from than of other online merchants so we encourage everyone to read the returns policy page it in its entirety prior to ordering.
Defective returns eligible for warranty repair or replacement service:
Within the first 10 days, Discount Car Stereo will replace any defective or damaged part and provide a pre-paid return label (US Customers only). (Pre-paid labels are not issued for other reasons).
After 10 days of receipt, customer covers return shipping cost, however we cover shipping cost to supplier/manufacturer, and also the cost to ship back to you. If original purchase can't be replaced (discontinued etc.), we reserve the right to provide a substitute part of higher or equal value. Any claims for missing parts must be made within 7 days of delivery.
We strive to avoid costly returns by providing as much product description, exceptions, requirements, pictures and application possible. Click to read the full return policy page.


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We ship throughout the USA, Canada and select international destinations (Click country drop-down in checkout page for current listing or visit our Frequently asked questions page).
We are a family owned and operated specialty car stereo and accessory store and as such every effort is made to get your order processed and shipped at soon as possible; but because 95% of our offerings are made to order (not sitting on shelf collecting dust). Additional time (usually 2-4 working days) is required after which time orders are shipped using shipping method selected at checkout. Products requiring assembly includes this graphic in addition to warning messages at the bottom of product description page.
Paying for a faster delivery method (e.g. Express mail, Priority mail etc.) for products requiring "assembly" does NOT speed up assembly (built by hand) time; however, it does speed up delivery time after shipment.
Delivery time for in stock products requiring assembly= Assembly time (2-4 working days) + transit time (shipping method).

Por ejemplo: Order our very popular AUX-GM3x GM aux cable and select "USPS Priority Mail (2-4 days) nationwide; expect delivery between 5-7 business days after order placement.
Please contact us first regarding time sensitive deliveries.
Items not requiring assembly or customization (off-the-shelf), usually ship within 24-hours and includes this graphic.
Tracking information is emailed upon labeling. Customers accounts are also updated at the same time. All customers (with or without accounts) are able to check order status online which displays the same details available to our staff.
Except for Priority Mail Express® (Overnight Delivery*), USPS delivery times for Priority Mail® and USPS Ground Advantage™ are estimates and are not guaranteed; however ship time to most states is between 2-7 working days.
International orders require additional paperwork and processing time (6-10 days) prior to shipping and due to many factors (custom inspections, carrier changeovers etc. ) we care not able to determine delivery times .
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Customer billing information (first name, last name, billing address, and credit card information) must be entered exactly as it appears on credit card statement otherwise transaction will decline. Once order is placed a pending authorization (not a charge) will appear on your account and removed within 7-10 business days or after being charged and order shipped.
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All prices are in U.S. dollars. The actual price charged to International customers is subject to the exchange rate applied by PayPal.
Important notice regarding shipping to alternate (non-billing) addresses: Shipping to non-billing address is no longer allowed, unless proof of card ownership is provided. Any and all customers shipping to non-billing address will be contacted by email to provide additional proof.

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