Head Unit Power Pack Now Available

TORRANCE, Calif., May 12, 2009 – Consumers who desire better sound quality from their car audio system may not always want a full-blown system overhaul. Alpine answers this need with the KTP-445 Head Unit Power Pack, which is now available in stores.

An easy, cost-effective upgrade, the Head Unit Power Pack enables consumers to upgrade the power of their system and improve the sound performance of their head unit. It measures a slim 6 inches x 2 inches x 1.125 inches and is designed to fit neatly behind the dash in most vehicles. Its direct plug-and-play application does not need additional wiring or tuning…

IMPRINT™ sound processing from Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., is a revolutionary approach to getting better sound, faster in any vehicle. The system makes it possible to achieve a rich, enveloping and customized listening experience in the vehicle cabin. IMPRINT automatically overcomes the car’s inherent acoustical challenges in order to deliver unparalleled, highly accurate sound as the artist intended. With IMPRINT, the technical, time-consuming process of sound tuning a vehicle is quicker and easier than ever before…

Alpine is adding to its subwoofer and enclosure offerings by debuting five new models at the 2014 International CES, held Jan. 7-10 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The company’s wide assortment of subwoofers and enclosures include new models designed specifically for use in trucks. The company also debuted a new audio/video/navigation (AVN) system with a 9-inch screen especially for use in trucks and SUVs, so using the system with the new truck subwoofers creates a complete ecosystem tailored for these vehicles…

Alpine today announced that its PND-K3 portable navigation plus Bluetooth® system is now available for $349.95 at participating retailers in the U.S.

The PND-K3 is the company’s third-generation portable navigation device. Totally redesigned with a new, slim form factor and updated user interface, the all-in-one PND-K3 combines superior vehicle positioning with Bluetooth hands-free technology.

The PND-K3 has OnPoint™ Advanced GPS Positioning for optimal vehicle tracking…

Alpine announced that all of its new 2012 single DIN CD receivers are now shipping. Although some of the new receivers began shipping in February, the remaining models have now become available.

The receivers offer various connectivity options for popular digital audio sources. Three of the new models have built-in HD Radio™ receivers, allowing access to over 2,000 stations broadcasting with HD Radio Technology. Four models offer full Pandora® internet radio control, which includes thumbs-up, thumbs-down, track skip, bookmarking, and new station creation…

Alpine has redesigned two of their speaker line-ups for easier installation and better performance than their predecessors. With 12 new product offerings, the Type-R and Type-S speakers have been meticulously designed to meet the needs of car audio enthusiasts. The Type-R family of speakers is totally new and uses a smaller, more powerful magnet that results in a smaller speaker for easier installation. Type-S speakers are ideal speaker upgrades that fit easily in stock speaker locations…

Alpine offers passengers a variety of entertainment options with video and rear-seat offerings. These products can handle various entertainment sources, such as DVDs, game consoles or video from an iPod® or iPad®. Options include an individual 6 1/2-inch monitor, flip-down or headrest-mount monitor packages for use by rear seat passengers and headphones for system expansion…

Alpine has two audio-video (AV) head units for in-dash use. The IVE-W530 and IVE-W535HD both have 6.1-inch full VGA high-resolution screens and DVD slots, making them ideal for users who prefer a screen-based entertainment system in the dash.

The IVE-W535HD is compatible with several digital audio sources. It has a built-in HD Radio™ receiver; it can control Pandora® internet radio via iPhone®, Android™ and BlackBerry™ smartphones; and is compatible with SiriusXM (requires tuner and subscription, sold separately)…

Alpine has introduced the IVE-W555BT, a new audio/video (AV) receiver for in-dash use. The receiver debuted at the 2014 International CES, taking place Jan. 7-10 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

The IVE-W555BT has a 6.1-inch WVGA high-resolution screen and DVD slot, making it a convenient product for users who prefer a screen-based entertainment system in the dash. Entertainment sources include Made for iPod and iPhone compatibility and Pandora internet radio control from an iPhone or Android smartphone…

Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. offers drivers a robust line up of twelve SIRIUS and XM Radio ready source units for 2009. Consumers can choose the Alpine source unit that best fits their needs: 1-DIN Digital Media Receivers (iDA-X305, iDA-X303, iDA-X200), 2-DIN Digital Media Station (iXA-W404), CD Receivers (CDA-105, CDA-9887, CDA-9886), Mobile Media Station (IVA-D106), Audio/Video/Navigation Systems (IVA-W505/P1, IVA-W203/P1), or Marine Receivers (iDA-X100M, CDA-9886M)…