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ASR system
failure warning
In the event of a fault, the ASR system
switches off automatically and the
Vwarn-
ing light on the instrument cluster turns on,
together with the message on the reconfig-
urable multifunction display.
In the event of an ASR system operating
failure, the car behaves in the same way
as a car that is not fitted with this system:
in any case, it is advisable to contact Alfa
Romeo Authorised Services as soon as pos-
sible.
MSR SYSTEM
(Engine drive adjustment)
The car is fitted with a special system, in-
tegral with the ASR system, that in case of
sudden gear shifting, cuts in providing torque
to the engine thus preventing excessive dri-
ving wheel drive that, specially in poor grip
conditions, can lead to loss of stability.
EOBD SYSTEM
The EOBD system (European On Board Di-
agnosis) allows continuous diagnosis of the
components of the car correlated with emis-
sions.
It also alerts the driver, by turning on the
warning light
Uon the instrument panel
(on some versions together with the mes-
sage + symbol on the reconfigurable multi-
function display) (see section “Warning
lights and messages”), when these condi-
tions are no longer in peak conditions.
The objective is:
– to keep the system efficiency under con-
trol;
– to warn when a fault causes emission
levels to increase;
– to warn of the need to replace deterio-
rated components.
The system also has a diagnostic connec-
tor that can be interfaced with appropriate
tools, which makes it possible to read the
error codes stored in the control unit, to-
gether with a series of specific parameters
for engine operation and diagnosis. This
check can also be carried out by the traffic
police. During use of the compact
spare wheel, the ASR func-
tion is cut off and the
V
warning light on the instrument
cluster turns on glowing steadily
together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction dis-
play.
For correct operation of
the ASR system the tyres
must absolutely be of the
same brand and type on all wheels,
in perfect conditions and, above all,
of the specified type, brand and
size.
IMPORTANTWhen travelling on snow
with snow chains, it may be helpful to turn
the ASR device off: in fact, in these condi-
tions, slipping of the driving wheels when
moving off makes it possible to obtain bet-
ter drive.

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IMPORTANTAfter eliminating the in-
convenience, to check the system com-
pletely, Alfa Romeo Authorised Services are
obliged to run a bench test and, if necessary,
road tests which may also call for a long jour-
ney.
INTRODUCTION
The radio is fitted with CD player (radio
with Compact Disc player) or CD MP3 play-
er (radio with Compact Disc MP3 player)
and has been designed in accordance with
the specific features of the passenger com-
partment, with a personalised design that
blends with the style of the dashboard. The
radio dimensions are suitable for the car and
as it is of fixed type it cannot be installed on
any other vehicle.
The instructions for use also include how
to control the CD Changer (if fitted) through
the radio. For the instructions for use of the
CD Changer, refer to the specific manual.
ADVICE
Too high a volume when
driving can put the drivers
life at risk and that of oth-
er people. Therefore the volume
should always be adjusted in such
a way that it is always possible to
hear the noises of the surrounding
environment (e.g. horns, ambu-
lance, police sirens, etc.).
Road safety
You are advised to learn how to use the
various radio functions (e.g. storing stations)
before starting to drive.
Reception conditions
The reception conditions change constant-
ly when travelling. Reception may be dis-
turbed by the presence of mountains, build-
ings or bridges in particular if far away from
the broadcasting transmitter. If, turning the ignition key
to MAR, the warning light
Udoes not turn on or if,
while travelling it turns on glow-
ing steadily or flashing (on some
versions together with the mes-
sage + symbol on the reconfig-
urable multifunction display), con-
tact Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser-
vices as soon as possible.
RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC PLAYER
(Upon request for versions/markets where applicable)

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PROTECTION AGAINST THEFT
The radio is fitted with an antitheft pro-
tection system based on the exchange of in-
formation between the radio and the elec-
tronic control unit (Body Computer) installed
on the car. This system warrants the high-
est level of security and prevents entry of
the secret code every time the radio sup-
ply is disconnected.
After every re-connection an automatic
check procedure is performed during which
the display shows the wording “CAN-
CHECK” for about one second. If the result
of the check is positive, the set starts work-
ing, whereas if the comparison codes are
not the same or if the radio is connected for
the first time to the vehicle electric system,
the device informs the user of the need to
enter the secret code according to the pro-
cedure described in the following paragraph.
During the code entry procedure the dis-
play shows the word “CODE”. The set will
not work until the correct code is entered.
This way the protection system makes the
radio unusable after removal from the dash-
board in the case of theft. On multimedia CDs in ad-
dition to sound tracks also
data tracks are recorded.
Playing one of these CDs may cause
rustling at such a volume as to com-
promise road safety, as well as
causing damage to the final stages
and speakers.
Sound section
– Pause function
– Loudness function (excluding versions
with HI-FI BOSE sound system)
– 7 band graphic equaliser
– Separate bass/treble adjustment
– Right/left and front/rear channel bal-
ancing.
CAUTIONS
If it is very cold inside the car and the CD
player is used a little after turning the heater
on, a film of damp may form on the Com-
pact Disc or on the player optics and the
sound may not be perfect. In this case do
not use the CD player for at least an hour,
so that the condensation dissolves natural-
ly and normal operation is resumed.
Driving on rough roads with heavy vibra-
tions may cause skipping when the CD play-
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Entering the secret code
Entry of the secret code is required to al-
low the radio to work after the first con-
nection to the vehicle electric system or to
a different Body Computer than the original
one.
Connecting the radio to the car supply, the
display will show the wording “CODE” for
about 2 seconds, followed by four dashes
“- - - -”.
The secret code comprises four figures from
1 to 6, each corresponding to one of the
dashes.
To enter the first digit of the code, press
the corresponding key of the preset stations
(from 1 to 6). Enter the other code digits in
the same way.
If the four figures are not entered within
20 seconds, the display shows the word
“CODE” for 2 seconds and then four dash-
es “- - - -”. This is not to be considered
as in incorrect code entry.
After entering the fourth digit (within 20
seconds), the radio starts to work.If a wrong code is entered, the radio
sounds a “beep”, the display shows the
word “CODE” for 2 seconds and then four
dashes “- - - -” to inform it is necessary
to enter the correct code.
Every time the user enters a wrong code,
the waiting time increases gradually (1 min,
2 min, 4 min, 8 min, 16 min, 30 min, 1h,
2h, 4h, 8h, 16h, 24h) until reaching a max-
imum of 24 hours.
The waiting time will be shown on the dis-
play with the word “WAIT”. When this
goes off it is possible to start the new code
entry procedure.
Code Card
This is the document that certifies posses-
sion of the radio. The Code Card contains
the radio model, serial number and secret
code.
IMPORTANTKeep the Code Card care-
fully to be able to give the related data to
the competent authorities in the event of
theft.GLOSSARY
AF (Alternative Frequency)
Function that allows the radio to stay tuned
on the FM station selected also passing
through areas served by transmitters with
different frequencies.
In fact the RDS system keeps the intensi-
ty and quality of the signal received under
control, automatically switching tuning on
the frequency of the transmitter that is send-
ing the strongest signal.
Autostore/Travelstore
Function with which it is possible to auto-
matically store radio stations.
Balance (Channel balancing)
Function with which it is possible to ap-
propriately adjust the sound from the right
or left speakers.
Bass
This function adjusts the bass tones.
CD-Changer
Multiple Compact Disc player.

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CONTROLS ON FRONT PANEL
(fig. 154)
1. AF-TAFunction select button:
– AF (alternative frequen-
cies)
– TA (traffic information)
2. PTYFunction select button:
– RDS PTY (type of RDS pro-
gramme)
– Choice of the subject of
PTY transmission in EON
mode
3.Compact Disc slot4.
¯¯Selected Sound and Menu ad-
justment and manual station
search button
5.
˚Compact Disc eject button
6.
▲Sound and Menu select button
and automatic station search
7.
˙˙Selected Sound and Menu
function adjustment and man-
ual station search
8.
▼Sound and Menu select button
and automatic station search9. MENU-PSMenu and Scan function
button (hearing stored
stations in sequence)
10. 6Function select button:
– Call station no. 6
– Store station no. 6
6 MP3
|(only if car radio with
reader MP3 is present)
Function selection key:
– Calling station no. 6
– Storing station no. 6
– Displaying folders/pieces
in format MP3
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After each change of the sound source, for
about 2.5 seconds, the display shows the
function selected: TUNER(Radio),CD
(Compact Disc), CHANGER(CD-Chang-
er).
The functions that cannot be selected (e.g.
“CD” when the Compact Disc is not insert-
ed) are disabled automatically. If the Com-
pact Disc is not inserted and the CD-Chang-
er is not connected, pressing the “SRC” but-
ton (14) for about 2.5 seconds, the display
will show only “NO CD”.
IMPORTANTWhen listening to the ra-
dio with a Compact Disc inserted and the
CD-Changer connected, pressing the “SRC”
button (14) will select the last function used
between Compact Disc and CD-Changer.
Pause function
If, while listening to a Compact Disc, an-
other function is selected (e.g. the radio),
playing is stopped and when the Compact
Disc mode is resumed, it starts again from
the point in which it was stopped.
If, while listening to the radio, another
function is selected, when the Radio mode
is resumed, it is tuned to the last station
selected.Volume adjustment
Press button “VOL+” (21) to higher the
volume or “VOL-” (19) to lower it.
Pressing the button briefly the change is
gradual by steps. Pressing longer, the
change is fast. For a few seconds the dis-
play shows the wording “VOL” and the vol-
ume level (from 0 to 66).
If the volume level is changed during the
broadcast of a traffic bulletin or during use
of the phone (if the voice feature is in-
stalled), the new setting is maintained on-
ly until the end of the bulletin or phone call.
Volume changing with speed
(excluding versions with HI-FI
BOSE sound system)
The SVC function makes it possible to au-
tomatically adapt the volume level to the
speed of the car, increasing it as the speed
increases to maintain the ratio with the noise
level inside the passenger compartment.
To activate the SVC function, briefly press
(less than 1 second) the “MENU” button
(9), then use buttons “
▲” (6) or “▼” (8)
to scroll the menu functions stopping on the
SVC function and buttons “
˙˙” (7) or
“
¯¯” (4) to turn the function on or off se-
lecting respectively “SVC ON” or “SVC
OFF”.This function can be turned on or off in all
the operating modes of the device (Ra-
dio/Compact Disc/CD-Changer).
Mute function
(turning off the volume
completely)
To turn on the Mute function, briefly press
(less than 1 second) the “
z” button (20).
The volume will lower gradually (Soft Mute)
and the display will show “MUTE”.
To turn the Mute function off, briefly press
the “
z” button again (20). The volume
will increase gradually (Soft Mute) return-
ing to the value set before using the Mute
function.
The Mute function is also turned off press-
ing one of the volume adjustment buttons
“VOL+” (21) or “VOL-” (19): in this
case the volume is changed directly.
With the Mute function on, all the other
functions can be used and if a traffic bul-
letin arrives with the TA function on or an
emergency alarm is received, the message
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Soft Mute function
When the Mute function is turned on or
off, the volume lowers or increases gradu-
ally (Soft Mute function). The Soft Mute
function is also activated when one of the
six presetting buttons, the“BN” button
(13) or “ON” button (20) is pressed.
Tone adjustment
Proceed as follows:
– briefly and repeatedly press the “AUD”
button (18) until the display shows the
wording “BASS” or “TREBLE” (Bass or
Treble select function)
– press “
▲” (6) to increase the basses
or trebles or “
▼” (8) to lower them.
Pressing the buttons briefly, the change
is gradual by steps. Pressing them longer,
the change is fast.
For a few seconds the display shows the
levels of the basses/trebles (from -6 to +6).
After about 5 seconds from the last ad-
justment the display returns to the main ra-
dio screen. Balance adjustment
Proceed as follows:
– briefly and repeatedly press the “AUD”
button (18) until the display shows the
wording “BALANCE” (Balance function
select)
– press “
▲” (6) to increase the sound
from the right speakers or “
▼” (8) to in-
crease the sound from the left speakers.
Pressing the buttons briefly, the change
is gradual by steps. Pressing them longer,
the change is fast. For a few seconds the
display shows the balancing levels from R+9
to L+9 (“R” = right, “L” = left). After
about 5 seconds from the last adjustment,
the display returns to the main radio screen.
Fader adjustment
Proceed as follows:
– briefly and repeatedly press the “AUD”
button (18) until the display shows the
wording “FADER” (Fader select function)
– press “
▲” (6) to increase the sound
from the rear speakers “
▼” (8) to increase
the sound from the front speakers.Pressing the buttons briefly the change is
gradual by steps. Pressing them longer, the
change is fast. For a few seconds the dis-
play shows the fader levels from R+9 to
F+9 (“R” = rear, “F” = front).
After about 5 seconds from the last ad-
justment the display returns to the main ra-
dio screen.
Loudness function
(excluding versions with HI-FI BOSE
sound system)
The Loudness function improves the sound
volume when listening at low level, in-
creasing the basses and trebles. It is cut off
when the volume is set to maximum. To
switch the function on/off keep the “AUD”
(button18) pressed until hearing the
“beep”. The function condition (on or off)
is shown on the display for a few seconds
by “LOUD ON” or “LOUD OFF”.
On versions with BOSE HI-FI sound, the
Loudness function is activated automatical-
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TELEPHONE PROVISION
(fig. 154)
If the voice kit is installed on the car, when
a phone call is received the radio sound is
connected to the phone input. The telephone
sound is heard with a fixed volume, but it
can be adjusted during the conversation us-
ing “VOL+” (21) to higher the volume or
“VOL-” (19) to lower it.
The fixed telephone volume can be ad-
justed through the “PHONE” function of
the menu (see “MENU” paragraph). The only buttons active during phone calls
are:
– “VOL+” (21), “VOL-” (19): for
volume adjustment
– “ON” (20): turning the radio on/off
– “AF-TA” (1): traffic information.
While the sound is off for a phone call, the
display shows the word “PHONE”.
The sound of the phone call will be inter-
rupted in the case of transmission of a traf-
fic bulletin or a PTY31 announcement; if
wishing to interrupt the bulletin press the
“AF-TA” button (1).
RADIO(fig. 154)
When the set is turned on the last function
selected before turning off is played (Radio,
Compact Disc or CD-Changer).
To select the Radio function while listening
to a Compact Disc, briefly and repeatedly
press the “SRC” button (14) until this
function is selected.
Selecting the frequency
band
If in the Radio mode, briefly and repeat-
edly press the “BN” button (13) to select
the required reception band.
Every time the button is pressed the fol-
lowing bands are selected in sequence
“FM1”, “FM2”, “FMT”, “MW” and
“LW” shown by the respective wording on
the display.
The FM band is divided into section: FM1,
FM2 and FMT.
The FMT reception band is reserved to the
stations stored automatically with the Au-
tostore function.
The radio is always ready to receive sta-
tions in the RDS Mode (Radio Data System).