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RADIOALPHAOverview(®) alpha ® C32ZI TATPFI"P DXC CPAF AS FM(Z) ® @BR-155 mThe "Radio Card" must be detachedand stored in a safe place - under nocircumstances in the vehicle.If the radio card with the codenumber is lost, please contact aVolkswagen dealer.They will be able to help you free ofcharge.www.WestfaliaT4.info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans

RADIOALPHAQuick ReferenceGuidePage1 - On / off switch 4- Volume control: turn knob 4- Station finder: press knob 5- Station search sensitivity:press button twice fordistance reception 52 - Flashing diode, flashes whenignition key is removed 63 - Treble control, retractable 64 - AF buttonfor alternative frequencies 75 - AS button:automatic storing function 76 - Station buttons for 6 FM and6 TP stations 87- TP button:After pressing the button "TP" appearsin the display and the unit will automaticallyselect a FM station 98 - FM button: FM waveband 99 - TA buttonfor"Muting" 1010 - Display for:- Radio mode 11- Display for cassette mode 1211 - TA display 11Page12 - TP display 1113 - Waveband indicator 1114 - Preset station display 1115 -DX display forstation search sensitivity 1116- Stereo symbol 1117- Cassette slot 1218 - Buttons for fastforward and rewind 12- Cassette ejection:Keep button pressed forlonger than 2 seconds 12NoteNote: The radio features an anti-theft codingsystem. If the radio does not emit anysound when it is switched on and the word"SAFE" is displayed, it has been electronicallylocked. See page 13 for instructions!2 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDEwww.WestfaliaT4.info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans

RADIOALPHAImportant notesOperating the radio whilstdrivingModern traffic conditions demand the constantattention of road users.Besides a wealth of entertainment, moderncar radios, with their range of sophisticatedfeatures, also provide a great deal of informationabout traffic and road conditions,etc.However, the radio, with all itspossibilities, should only be used ifconditions really allow it.For example, changing cassettes or readingcassette labels while driving have frequentlyled to dangerous situations.The volume of the radio should also be setso that acoustic signals from outside canalso be heard.WarningPlease concentrate on your drivingabove all!Anti-Theft CodingThe anti-theft coding will electronically preventunauthorized persons from operatingthe unit if it has been removed from the vehicle.If the word "SAFE" is displayed when theradio is switched on, it can only be operatedby entering the correct code - see page13.This code number, together with theunit's serial number, can be found onthe "Radio Card" at the front of thisinstruction manual, next to the contacts.It is very important that you detachthis "Radio Card" and keep it in asafe place - never keep it in the vehicle.Only then is the radio uselessto thieves!OPERATION 3www.WestfaliaT4.info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans

RADIO ALPHAStation finderAutomatic station searchPress the knob to start the stationsearch. The radio searches up-band, selectsthe first station with a strong signal andplays this. After approx. 5 seconds the stationfinder automatically moves on to thenext station (SCAN function)..By pressingthe knob again within these 5 seconds, thestation currently selected is confirmed.Frequency searchBy pressing and holding the knob, a desiredfrequency can be "approached". To do this,release knob just before the desired frequencyis reached. The frequency searchthen stops at the next station with a strongsignal.Station search sensitivityAfter switching on, changing wavebands orselecting a preset channel, the radio willautomatically select "LOCAL" searchsensitivity. In this mode, only stations witha strong signal are selected. After runningthrough the waveband once, the stationfinder automatically switches to highersensitivity. The letters "DX"(distance reception)appear in the display.The search sensitivity can be switchedmanually to distance reception by pressingknob twice. In this case too, the letters"DX" appear in the display.The unit will then also search for weaker signals.Note30 seconds after a station has been confirmed,the unit automatically switchesback to "LOCAL".www.WestfaliaT4.info OPERATION - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans 5

RADIO ALPHA| alphaAF AS 1a b2 - Flashing diode| BR-155 bWhen the unit is switched off and the ignitionkey is removed, this diode indicatesthat the radio is equipped with activatedanti-theft coding.®— soundJ—') ^iha ®(Rl3 - Treble control• Release button by pressing briefly.BR-155 c• Turn to adjust to desired bass level.Maximum frequency response is availablewith the knob in the central position.• Then press button back in to avoid alteringthe setting unintentionally.www.WestfaliaT4.info 6 - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan OPERATIONCampervans

RADIO ALPHA®) alpha ®ilpha 0A FASAFAS4 - AF button(i ft(AF = Alternative Frequency)If the signal of an FM station becomes weakor interference occurs the radio will searchfor a better alternative frequency if the AFbutton is pressed.The letters "AF" appear in the display duringthis procedure.If no better alternative frequency is available,"no AF" appears in the display.5 - AS button(AS = Automatic store)BR-155 eIn the AS mode it is possible to automaticallystore the 6 stations with the strongestsignals. This function is particularly usefulon long journeys.• Press and hold AS button for at least 2seconds. The 6 FM stations with thestrongest signals are automatically stored.• Once the storing process is completed,the radio automatically tunes to the onewith the strongest signal.• The 6 stations stored can be selectedusing the station buttons.www.WestfaliaT4.info OPERATION - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans 1

RADIO ALPHATA ^ M-, DX)TP FHf? 00 J3 TPFM5%)TP Fl VI TA67 - TP button(Z)(TP = Traffic Programme)BR-155 nAfter pressing the TP button, the letters"TP" appear in the display.If the current station is not a TP station, theradio automatically selects the last TP stationlistened to (Last Station Memory).If this station cannot be received, the radioautomatically searches for the next TP stationwith a strong signal.Initially, the radio only searches for stationswith a strong signal. If no such station isfound, distance reception (DX) is automaticallyselected and stations with a weakersignal will also be selected.The station finder also works automaticallyduring cassette operation.a $ r—BR-155 08 - FM button(FM = Frequency Modulation)• This button is used to select the FMwaveband.The letters "FM" appear in the display asconfirmation - see point 13.FM offers the best possible reproductionquality for radio broadcasts of speech andmusic. However, the reception conditionsin a moving vehicle are considerably moredifficult than for a household unit with afixed aerial.For this reason, this unit features an especiallyhigh quality receiver and a correspondingaerial to provide reception withthe least possible interference.www.WestfaliaT4.info OPERATION - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans 9

RADIO ALPHAFM9 - TA buttont ,(TA = Travel AnnouncementBR-155 pUsing the TA button it is possible to listenonly to traffic news announcements.• Press TA button.This automatically set the radio to TP modeand at the same time mutes the "normal"programme of the station.Only the traffic news announcement areplayed at the preset volume..Note• Even if the volume is set to "very quiet",announcements are made at an easily audiblevolume.• If the range of the selected TP station isleft, the automatic station search startsafter approx. 30 seconds.Interrupting a traffic newsannouncementIn some situations it can occur that a trafficnews announcement is interrupted, e.g.:- The announcement does not apply tothis stretch of road.- The announcement is very long and thepart concerning this stretch of road iscomplete.• Press the TA or TP button during an announcement.The announcement is interrupted and previousoperating mode (cassette or radio) iscontinued. Subsequent traffic news announcementswill still be heard.Select "FM" or "AS" to switch off TAmode.10 www.WestfaliaT4.info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan OPERATIONCampervans

RADIO ALPHADisplaysoundostereo« »10 -Display for radioand cassette mode11 -TP display- see page 9.12 -TA display- see page 10.13 -Waveband indicator(FM)14 -Preset station indicator33. I LR FH6 ooT T TBR-155 k15-Station search indicator(DX)Distance reception16 -Stereo symbolIf this symbol is displayed, a station is beingreceived which is capable of broadcasting instereo.The unit will switch automatically betweenstereoand mono-depending on the qualityof the reception.OPERATION www.WestfaliaT4.info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans 11

RADIO ALPHAOperating cassette playerFor cassette playback, the radio must firstbe switched on and a cassette inserted inthe cassette slot. During cassette operationthe cassette symbol "V °" appears inthe display in place of the frequency.At the end of the tape, the unit automaticallyswitches to radio mode.Cassette mode and traffic newsWhen a cassette is inserted, the unit automaticallyswitches to cassette mode.If TP mode is then selected, cassette playbackis interrupted for traffic news announcements.If the transmitting range of the station isleft, the radio automatically selects a newtraffic news station.A traffic news announcement can be interruptedto return to cassette playback bypressing the TP or TA button.Any subsequent traffic news announcementwill still be played.17 -Cassette slotFully insert cassette into slot with exposedside of tape facing to the right.18 -Button for cassette/radio switching andcassette ejectionFast forward and rewind• Push fast forward or rewind button tolock in rapid winding.In rapid winding mode the middle lines ofthe cassette symbol "° - - °" flash.Rapid winding is cancelled by pressing oneor both the rapid wind buttons.At the end of the tape, the unit automaticallyswitches to radio mode.Pause function• During playback, press both buttons simultaneouslyhalf way. Pause. The cassetteis not ejected. The unit switches to. radiomode.In pause mode, press both buttonsway. Cassette playback is resumed.half12 www.WestfaliaT4.info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan OPERATION Campervans

RADIOALPHACassette eject• During playback, simultaneously pressboth buttons 18 fully in - the cassette isejected.Tips on the operation of thecassette playerTo ensure trouble-free cassette play, useonly cassettes made by well-known manufacturers.If a pre-recorded cassette shows signs ofdefect, it is advisable to copy it onto a cassettemade by a well-known manufacturer.To prevent defects caused by the tapesthemselves, it is recommended that the recordingtime of tapes used not exceed 90minutes (C90 cassettes). Sixty minute cassettes(C60) are well suited for use.Do not stick additional labels on thecassette casing. Due to the heatgenerated during cassette operation,these could become loose andcause malfunctioning!Never leave cassettes in the car for longperiods when they are exposed to very low(less than +14 0 F/-10 0 C) or very high temperatures(above 122 0 F / + 50 0 C). Rememberthat temperatures inside the carcan be considerably higher than outsidetemperatures.Also prevent direct exposure to sunlight.The best place to store cassettes is in thehinged boxes they come in or a GenuineVolkswagen Storage Box with spool detent,which is available for most vehicles.If after a while (approx. 100 hours play, dependingon tape type) playback becomesunclear, it could be that the tape head issoiled with tape particles. These can becleaned away using a wet cleaning cassette.Only use cleaning tapes made by wellknown manufacturers and follow the manufacturer'sinstructions.Anti-theft codingWhen the unit is switched off, an LED 2 tothe left of the cassette slot flashes. Thisshows that the radio has anti-theft coding.The anti-theft coding will electronically preventunauthorized persons from operatingthe unit if it has been removed from the vehicle.Whenever:- The radio is disconnected from the vehiclecurrent supply- The battery is disconnected- The electric fuse for the radio is blownthe word "SAFE" will appear in the displaywhen the radio is switched on. The unit willonly work again if the correct code hasbeen entered.This code number, together with theunit's serial number, can be found onthe "Radio Card" at the front of thisinstruction manual, next to the contents.It is very important that you detachthis "Radio Card" and keep it in asafe place - never keep it in the vehicle.Only then is the radio uselessto thieves!www.WestfaliaT4.info OPERATION - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans 13

RADIOALPHACancelling the electronic lockIf for any reason your radio has been electronicallylocked - for example if the batteryhas been disconnected or the radio fuse hasblown - the word "SAFE" will appear in thedisplay when the radio is switched on.To cancel the electronic lock, you mustenter the correct code number.It is essential that the following steps becarried out in the correct order:• Turn on the radio - the word "SAFE" appearsin the display.• Press TA and TP buttons at the sametime until the figure "1000" appears in thedigital display Release buttons! On noaccount hold the TA and TP buttonsor press them again or the number1000 will be assumed as the code!• Use stations buttons 1 to 4 to input thecode number on your Radio Card. Use button1 to input the first digit of the codenumber, button 2 to input the second digit,and so on.• Finally press buttons TP and TA at thesame time until the word "SAFE" appears.Release buttons. After a brief pause, a frequencywill automatically appear.Incorrect Code NumberShould you inadvertently input the incorrectcode number in attempting to release theelectronic lock, the word "SAFE" will appearin the display - first blinking and thencontinuously.You can now repeat the entire cancellingprocedure once. The number of attemptswill be shown in the display.If you input another incorrect number, yourradio will be locked for approximately onehour. The radio will not play. Leave the radioswitched on and the key in the ignition.After an hour, the display with the numberof attempts goes out and you can cancel theelectronic lock as described above.This cycle - two attempts, one hour lock -will remain the same.NoteIf the radio card with code numbershould be lost, please contact aVolkswagen dealer. They will beable to help you free of charge.The radio can now be used again!14 www.WestfaliaT4.info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan OPERATIONCampervans

RADIO ALPHAPoints concerning your car radioWarrantyThe warranty conditions that apply to ournew cars also apply to our radio systems.NoteIf a warranty claim is made during the warrantyperiod, the unit will be repaired free ofcharge by any Volkswagen dealer- providedthat the damage was not caused by impropertreatment or attempts to repair it bynon-qualified persons, and that the unit hasno external damage.ExchangeserviceAfter expiration of the warranty period, aradio in need of repair can be exchanged ata reasonable price for a completely reconditionedratio in as-new condition covered byan exchange-part warranty. However, this isonly on the condition that the radio has noexternal damage and that no unauthorizedperson has attempted to repair it.Note:When you place a warranty claim or makeuse of the exchange service, you must alwayspresent your Radio Card with the codenumber and serial numbers to the Volkswagendealer!Radio registrationUnder certain circumstances, it may benecessary to register the radio.In Germany, for example:Radios used in company cars must be registeredwith the relevant authorities.Care of aerialThe aerial is optimally matched to the radioand installed in the position giving bestpossible reception and minimum interference.Vehicles with screen aerials have the addedadvantages that there is no risk of damageor wear.Care: A dirty telescopic aerial is difficult topush in and may even be bent in the process.When the car is washed, dry off theaerial and clean it from time to time withordinary chrome cleaner. This also appliesto black-chromed aerials.Automatic aerials must also be cleaned regularlyand treated with a chrome cleaner toensure smooth operation.If the automatic aerial does not retract or extendproperly, the telescopic sections mustbe cleaned. Never forcibly push in or pull outthe aerial by hand.No maintenance is required on aerials incorporatedin the windscreen or roof.www.WestfaliaT4.info WARRANTY - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans 15

RADIOALPHABrief technical descriptionAnti-theft codingRadio is electronically locked up if currentsupply is interrupted. Unit can only be reusedwhen the correct code number isinput.Frequency rangesFM.Traffic news facilityAutomatic station finder, automatic trafficnews announcement function, switch to"mono" for traffic news announcements.Waveband selectionTouch buttonsDisplaysFrequency; waveband; station button;traffic news; stereo symbol, station searchsensitivity, cassette functions. •IlluminationNon-dazzle illumination of controls fromwithin (night design), brightness controlledwith instrument lighting.Station selectionIn radio mode, automatic selection of laststation tuned in before radio switched off(last station memory).Six station buttons for FM, AS and TP stations.Automatic station finder with two levelsof sensitivity. Microcomputer-controlledfrequency stabilization (PLL quartztuning).Cassette playerWear-resistant, high-performance soundhead; fast forward and rewind buttons; automatictape stop with switchover to radioreception for traffic news announcements;autoreverse.Reproductionstereo (Radio und Cassette), aktive Klangregelung,Uberblendregler im Radio integriert,Geschwindigkeits-Abhangige-Lautstarke-Anpassung(GALA),Mehrfach-Lautsprecher-System.Max. output2 x 20 Watt (maximum),2x17 Watt (DIN measurement at 4 Ohms)ConnectionoptionsElectric aerial, telephone mute.SuppressionAutomatic suppression in radio largely eliminatesinterference in FM mode.Specially tuned suppressors largely eliminatesall interference impulses from the engineand other parts of the electrical systeme.g. heater blowers, windscreen wipers,cooler fan etc.16 www.WestfaliaT4.info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts TECHNICAL of VW Westfalia QUICK T4 Transporter REFERENCE / Eurovan Campervans GUIDE

ALPHABETICAL INDEXAAS Function 7Automatic store function 7BBrief description 16Brief technical description 16CCare of aerial 15Cassette storage box 13Cleaning cassettes 13Code number 13DDigital display 11Diode 6Display 11EEjection 12, 13Electronic lock 14Exchange service 15FFast forward and rewind 12Flashing diode 6FM 9OOperating cassette player 12Overview 1QQuick reference guide 2www.WestfaliaT4.info INDEX - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans 17

ALPHABETICAL INDEXrRRadio card 13Radio registration 15Radio-Card 13SSCAN function 5Serial number 13Sound quality control 6Station buttons 8Station finder 5Station search sensitivity 5Storing stations 8TTape head 13Traffic announcement 10-Interrupting 10Treble control 6wWarranty 15rwww.WestfaliaT4.info 18 - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of VW Westfalia T4 Transporter / Eurovan Campervans INDEX

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