Product details
The iDE-178BT is one of the top models of Alpine's non-disc head units for the 2013 model year. It comes with all the new cool features and functions, such as TuneIt compatibility for iPhone and Android-based smartphones, as well as great sound tuning and sharing options via your phone and the new Facebook features. It is compatible with the Alpine vTuner app for iPhone, allowing you to control thousands of internet radio stations directly from the head unit. BassEngine Pro ensures sound of the highest quality with a 24-bit DAC, and the high-resolution display provides excellent readability in all lighting conditions. With the integrated connection option for a steering wheel remote control and display interface, nearly perfect installation in any vehicle is possible. Specifically designed for vehicles with start-stop technology, this head unit is the perfect solution for ensuring uninterrupted playback.
Device language English
Please note that German language may not be available on this unit for menu and display operation. The unit can only be set to English (and other languages if necessary).Installation dimensions | 1-DIN |
Media Integration | Preamplifier outputs (3x) (stereo cinch), Rear aux (1x), Rear USB, Rear USB (1x) |
Additional properties | Bluetooth, Input for the steering wheel remote control, Removable control panel |
Item number | 2586031 |
Manufacturer | Alpine |
Category | Car stereos |
Manufacturer no. | IDE-178BT |
Release date | 11.6.2014 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Installation dimensions | 1-DIN |
Additional properties | Bluetooth, Input for the steering wheel remote control, Removable control panel |
Media Integration | Preamplifier outputs (3x) (stereo cinch), Rear aux (1x), Rear USB, Rear USB (1x) |
Amplifier power | 4 x 50 Watt (W) |
Tuner | FM, MW |
Radio tuner functions | RDS (Radio Data System) |
Radio station memory | 30x |
Audio formats | AAC, MPEG Audio Layer III (mp3), WMA |
Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP |
Screen type | Dot matrix |
Key illumination | Ambergris, Blue, Green, Red, Variable |
USB features | Android compatibility, Device charger, iPod/iPhone/iPad compatible, Playback from external memory |
Voltage preamp | 4 V |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Hands-free microphone, USB extension |
Depth | 178 mm |
Width | 161.50 mm |
Height | 50 mm |
Weight | 1.37 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Car stereos» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
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- 1.Kenwood1 %
- 2.Sony1.2 %
- 3.JVC1.4 %
- 3.Pioneer1.4 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
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- 1.JVC1 day
- 1.Kenwood1 day
- 1.Pioneer1 day
- 4.Blaupunkt2 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Car stereos» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- AlpineNot enough data
- 1.Kenwood1.8 %
- 2.Blaupunkt3.2 %
- 3.JVC3.6 %
- 4.Pioneer4.5 %