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Alpine iDA-X305S

In-Dash MP3/WMA/AAC Receiver with USB Cable for Total iPod and iPhone Integration (IDAX305S)

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In-Dash Digital Media Receiver • Pandora Compatible • Rear USB Port • iPod/iPhone Integration • 50W x 4 Chan. Max • 18W x 4 Chan. RMS • 3 Sets of 2V preamp outputs • Satellite Radio Ready • HD Radio Ready

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Product Highlights


In-Dash Digital Media Receiver • Pandora Compatible • Rear USB Port • iPod/iPhone Integration • 50W x 4 Chan. Max • 18W x 4 Chan. RMS • 3 Sets of 2V preamp outputs • Satellite Radio Ready • HD Radio Ready

Description


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General Features:

  • In-dash Digital Media Receiver with AM/FM, MP3, WMA, and AAC playback
  • iPod and iPhone USB direct connectivity via your standard iPod-to-USB connection cable allows you to charge, control, and playback your iPod through the receiver and stereo system
  • Pandora interface streams online music from Pandora (via iPhone) and allows for all Pandora controls to be accessed from the stereo
  • Includes iPod-to-USB connection cable
  • Optional wireless remote available (Alpine RUE-4190)
  • Detachable face
  • Double action rotary encoder knob is simple to use
  • 2.2" Full-color LCD display
  • Switchable blue or red button lighting
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 18 watts x 4 channels
  • Compatible with the Alpine Power Pack to increase the RMS output to 45 watts x 4 channels at 4 ohm
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of digital media and external audio sources
  • Tuner with 12FM/6AM presets
  • Local and DX tuner seeking
  • Loudness, high pass filter
  • 2-Band parametric equalizer
  • Burr-Brown 24-bit digital-to-analog converter
  • Power IC Off function turns off the internal amplifier for enhanced audio when connecting to external amplifiers
  • MediaXpander, 6-channel time correction, 7-Band graphic equalizer, 5-Band parametric equalizer, crossover, and IMPRINT sound system ready with the Alpine PXA-H100
  • Pandora playback with with Alpine's PandoraLink iPhone app

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of 2V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
  • HD Radio Ready: Alpine TUA-T550HD required and sold separately
  • Bluetooth Ready: Alpine KCE-400BT required and sold separately
  • SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready: SIRIUS Radio Package required and sold separately
  • iPod/iPhone Ready: Audio playback and control with included iPod-to-USB cable
  • Rear-panel auxiliary input: Alpine KCA-121B required for rear RCA auxiliary connection
  • Steering wheel control ready: PAC Swi-Jack or the Axxess ASWC required and sold separately
  • CD Changer controls
Note: This unit does NOT have a built-in CD player. It is a digital media receiver only. Pandora is only available for use in the United States.

Read more about the Alpine iDA-X305S in our blog!

Alpine products are warranted solely by Sonic Electronix, Inc. under the same period and terms as the original Alpine warranty. Sonic Electronix is not an Authorized Alpine Dealer and Alpine requires all merchandise purchased by Sonic Electronix customers to be returned solely to Sonic Electronix. Alpine products are also covered by our Standard Return Policy for returns on exchanges or refunds within 30 days from the date of purchase.

Product history:

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(previous model, replaced by Alpine IDA-X305SBT)
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(previous model, replaced by Alpine iDA-X305S)
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Specifications & Details


In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size
Single DIN
Anti-Theft Security
Detachable Faceplate
Wireless Remote
Optional (Accessory and sold separately)
Peak Power Output
50 watts x 4 channel
RMS Power Output
18 watts x 4 channel
Preamp RCA Outputs
3 Sets (6-channel)
Dedicated Subwoofer Preamp RCA Output
Yes
Preamp Voltage
2 volts
Built-In Equalizer
2-Band Parametric Equalizer
Display Type
TFT-LCD Display
Touchscreen
No
Expandability Features
Inputs
Auxiliary (Rear)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible
Yes (Accessory required and sold separately)
Tuner
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
FM Presets
12
AM Presets
6
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Sonic Electronix

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

iDA-X305S

Weight:

4.00lbs

Internal SKU:

idax305s

Internal Product ID:

24287

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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Value
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Design
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Alpine iDA-X305S

Takes some time to learn it, but very well built. So many customization options.

By Skyler on April 2, 2013

10 found this helpful


great

Similar to my old ida-x305 but has pandora and is just as good as my old 305 and i can still shake business windows driving by

By p on February 6, 2011

9 found this helpful


gud headunit

I had got this headunit cause of the made for iPod and got so much more than I expected. There are so many features to customize the sound. Makes my 6x9's soud nice and makes my sub pound nice(with a amp of course). All around great headunit

By trip on April 7, 2011

6 found this helpful


Best ipod compatible headunit on the market

Alot of my friends have aftermarket head units for there vehicles and this is by far the easiest to use with an iPod. Only flaw of the radio would be if you wanted to listen to CD but 99.9 percent of the time I use my iPod or Pandora.

By Matt on March 20, 2012

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