On-Dash eX-10 iPod and Bluetooth Controller Makes Ideal Holiday Gift for Drivers TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 20
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluetooth(TM) in the car, with
iPods(R) filed; drivers and travelers beguiled! For consumers hunting for the
perfect gift this holiday season, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., the
industry-leading manufacturer of automotive mobile media solutions, has the
answer: the eX-10 Advanced iPod Controller with Bluetooth. Priced at $149 at
participating retailers, the eX-10 won't break the bank, but still provides
drivers with top-quality audio playback of all of their favorite iPod tunes
and Bluetooth hands-free calling functionality.
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The eX-10 makes the perfect gift for upgrading a car because it provides
iPod control and Bluetooth hands-free calling features in one device, with all
audio transmitted through the car's factory sound system. The eX-10 consists
of a 2.4-inch color TFT display monitor that can be installed on top of the
car's dash, a wireless remote control and a power module that plugs into the
car's cigarette lighter.
The eX-10 offers three installation options. The unit can be set up as a
plug-and-play device by connecting the power cable to the car's cigarette
lighter, placing the display on the dash, then choosing an open FM radio
station for the playback of iPod music or Bluetooth hands-free functions
through the car's FM radio. For better sound quality, the eX-10 also can be
connected to the radio's antenna input using an FM switcher box (KWE-155B,
sold separately). Or, if the car has an auxiliary input on the head unit or in
the glove box, the eX-10 can connect via its auxiliary output, resulting in
the best possible sound quality.
The eX-10 connects to Gen 4 and newer iPods via Alpine's own Full
Speed(TM) Connection for iPod cable (included). If the iPod displays album
art, this art will also be shown on the eX-10's screen. The supplied remote
control offers full control of the iPod, allowing the iPod to be safely stored
away. A return dial on the side of the remote is used to navigate through the
iPod tracks.
For devices with Bluetooth hands-free calling features, commands such as
Phonebook list, Missed Calls, Received Calls and Dialed Calls are displayed
on, and accessible through, the eX-10. The unit is also ready to meet the
growing popularity of streaming music playback from Bluetooth devices. If the
device has A2DP or AVRCP protocol, music can be transmitted from the device to
the eX-10, then played through the car's sound system. Devices with AVRCP also
allow for "Track Up," "Track Down," "Play" and "Pause" functions to be
controlled via the eX-10's remote control.
Pricing and Availability
The eX-10 Advanced iPod Controller with Bluetooth is available now for
$149 at participating retailers. The KWE-155B FM switcher box is available now
through Alpine dealers for $20 SRI. To find a retailer, visit the Dealer
Locator section at http://www.alpine-usa.com.
SOURCE Alpine Electronics of America, Inc.
