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Alpine CDE-HD138BT

In-Dash CD/MP3/USB Car Stereo Receiver w/ Parrot Bluetooth, HD Radio, iPod Control and Front Aux

  • 3.5

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General Features:

  • In-Dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, USB Receiver
  • Bluetooth technology for hands-free calling and music streaming
  • Built-in HD Radio Tuner allows the reception of high quality HD Radio signals for clean and clear reception with no subscription fee or additional tuner purchase required
  • Text-message notification indicator on the display
  • Quick Search allows you to navigate to your favorite music with the large rotary knob
  • 2-way iPod control allows control from the iPod or the stereo
  • Pandora Link integrates your car stereo with your iPhone and Pandora Internet Radio
  • Android and Blackberry music streaming support from Pandora Internet Radio app
  • Single-line 14-segment white LCD display
  • Bright Blue illuminated button color
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 100 watts x 4 channels w/ Alpine Power Pack
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 18 watts x 4 channels
  • CD text information display
  • Theft-deterrent, detachable face plate
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • 1-year Sonic Electronix Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, AAC and WMA
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • Electronic Shock Protection (ESP)
  • Selectable 5-band OR 7-band parametric equalizer with 11 selectable tone curves (10 Preset, 1 User)
  • iTunes Tagging marks your favorite songs on HD Radio and loads them into iTunes for later viewing
  • DSP-Sound Expansion circuitry ensures the best possible sound from digital sources
  • Multi-bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
  • Separate subwoofer level control from 0 to +15dB
  • Built-in High-Pass and Low-Pass electronic crossover filters

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of 4V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio Ready: SiriusXM Radio Package and subscription required and sold separately
  • Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
  • iPod and iPhone Ready: Standard USB-to-iPod Cable compatible
  • Front Auxiliary Input: 3.5mm headphone jack allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players
  • Front USB Input: USB port allows connection to digital devices such as flash drives, portable media players, etc.
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 or the Axxess ASWC required and sold separately
  • Wireless Remote Ready: Alpine RUE-4202 required and sold separately

Bluetooth Features:

  • Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming
  • Supports SMS message notifications and A2DP audio streaming
  • Phone battery level and signal strength indicators
  • Bluetooth version 3.0 +EDR certified
  • Bluetooth range up to 32.8 ft.
  • Bluetooth Profiles Supported:
    • HFP: Hands Free Profile allows a hands-free car kit to connect to a compatible mobile phone
    • HSP: Headset Profile enables a Bluetooth headset to connect to a compatible mobile phone
    • A2DP: Advanced Audio Distribution Profile allows high quality audio to be streamed from an audio device to the car stereo
    • AVRCP: Audio/Video Remote Control Profile supports basic remote control functions (play, pause, etc) via Bluetooth
  • Works with most Bluetooth enabled cell phones
  • Includes a wired microphone for clear, distortion-free talking
Also Found As: CDEHD138BT, CDEHD-138BT, CDEHD138-BT

Product History:

(newest, current model)
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(previous model, replaced by Alpine CDE-HD149BT)
In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size Single DIN
Faceplate Security Detachable
Motorized Faceplate No
Remote Control Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Peak Power Output 50 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power Output 18 watts x 4 channels
Preamp RCA Outputs 3 Pairs (Front, Rear, and Subwoofer)
Sub Preamp RCA Output Yes
Preamp Voltage 4 volts
Built-In Equalizer 7-band parametric equalizer
Display Type LCD Text Display
Display Color White
Button Color Blue
CD Signal-to-Noise 105 dB
CEA-2006 Compliant Yes
Playback Features
AM/FM Tuner Yes
FM Presets 18
AM Presets 6
CD-R/RW Playback Yes
MP3 Playback Yes
WMA Playback Yes
DVD / Video Playback No
Dual Zone No
Expandability Features
Navigation No
Audio/Video Inputs Front 3.5mm
Audio/Video Outputs No
USB Input Front
iPod Audio Connection Yes (via iPod USB Cable or Accessory Cable Below)
iPod Video Connection No
Satellite Radio Optional - SIRIUS or XM (Accessory required and sold separately)
HD Radio Yes (Built-In/Included HD Radio Tuner)
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes (Built-in/Included Bluetooth Controls, Adapter and Microphone Included)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible Yes (Accessory required and sold separately)
CD Changer Controls No
Rear View Camera Input No
Memory Card Reader No
Portable Device Information
Compatible Apple Devices 5G iPod Video (30, 60, & 80GB)
iPod Classic (120GB)
iPod Classic (80 &160GB)
iPod Nano 1st Generation (1, 2, & 4GB)
iPod Nano 2nd Generation (4 & 8GB)
iPod Nano 3rd Generation (4 & 8GB)
iPod Nano 4th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Nano 5th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Nano 6th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Touch 1st Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPod Touch 2nd Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPod Touch 3nd Generation (8, 32 & 64GB)
iPod Touch 4th Generation (8, 32 & 64GB)
iPhone
iPhone 3G
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 4
iPhone 4S
iPod Charging Adapter Required No
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration 1 year
Labor Warranty Duration 1 year
Warranty Provider Sonic Electronix
Customer Review Summary for Alpine CDE-HD138BT
Average Customer Rating is 3.5 out of 5 stars:
  • 3.5
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Durability
  • 4.0
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Value
  • 4.0
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Features
  • 4.5
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Design
  • 4.5
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Usability
  • 4.0
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Nice unit BUT the fact that the AM reception is 1 out of 10 makes me have to give it a bad review. I like some AM station Talk... This unit is the worst AM reception of ANY HU i have heard. They should not claim it has AM at all, they would be better off IMO.



Other than that it did sound very good and i like it fuctionality. Looks good and the display is nice and clear. I wish i could adjust the color.
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July 30, 2012 Alpine CDE-HD138Bt
Review by
kyle from fort myers, FL
Overall
  • 5.0
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  • 5.0
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I have to say this is probably one of the best or is the best HU Ive owned. I've own:

Kenwood KIV-BT901

Parrot Asteroid

Alpine CDE-123

Kenwood Excelon KDE-X996

JVC Arsenal KD-A95BT

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Etc...



The point is this is the first HU. I have actually written a review about. The HU has amazing features with the Bluetooth streaming. It's easy to connect. I'm using an IPhone 4s. Bring it right up and sync as soon as i get in the truck. Yes it may take a second to sync, but which HU out there doesn't. The brightness has been the same for the past couple years now with alpine. You can change it but it doesn't really help much. I think personal it add to the overall appearance of the HU. The "MX" feature with Bluetooth increase the sound quality of the stream with 3 different opinion, and a 4th custom opinion to tune the way you like. The Subwoofer Feature with the 4 volt Pre-out gives my Sub a great range of tuning. Ive used an SMD DD-1 on the HU it doesn't clip at all 35/35. Also the HU has easy pre-set radio station and the HD radio works Great. Even thou i barely use to lol. The Pandora radio app work great with a thumps up, and thumps down button on the HU it self. Only bad thing I can think of it the one line display, but hey press on button and see the time and anything else. Alot of people say its hard to get use to the controls of the radio or navigating through the features. No. It's just like anything else you have to get use to it and it a breeze after that. One of the thinks i really liked about it was in my truck i have a small Radio space so there isn't much room for air flow to cool the HU, But the Alpine has a built in cooling Fan. With really help, cause i have had several HU from Top brand name companies burn up



All In All i think it a great HU. Has every feature you can think of, with the top of the line quality. The HU look great in any vehicle. Ive had several compliments on it. All the feature do as they are suppose to, and work great.



If your wanting to use Bluetooth like i was looking for. This HU is the way to go. The Bluetooth streaming is amazing. Along with all the tuning features just under the bluetooth settings



DEFINITELY recommend to a friend.
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Alpine
Model number: CDE-HD138BT
UPC: 793276011527
Weight: 4.50 lbs
Internal SKU: cdehd138bt
Internal product ID: 48312