Alpine iLX-705E46 for BMW E46 Series 7 High-Res Audio Receiver with Wireless Apple CarPlay / Wireless Android Auto / HDMI / USB / Dual Camera / Bluetooth / Hi-Res Audio Wireless / LDAC / DAB+
Exclusively designed for the BMW E46 Series, Alpine have re-engineered the iLX-705D to create the perfect solution, providing a new level of entertainment for this luxurious BMW.
The iLX-705D is equipped with an exquisite high-definition WXGA display, Hi-Res Audio with LDAC wireless technology, as well as industry-leading innovation to reproduce the most dynamic audio experience ever from a head unit.
Enjoy an incredible visual entertainment experience through the WXGA high-resolution display with 2.7 million individual pixel elements. The iLX-705D brings life-like images and colour vibrancy to the dashboard, displaying HDMI sources or USB video in stunning high-definition.
Wireless lets you get in and go with instant connectivity to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Without your smartphone ever leaving your pocket you can make calls, send and receive messages, stream high-resolution music, access maps and navigation apps—commanding it all via the display or voice control.
Enjoy superb audio fidelity with your favourite high-resolution audio tracks from USB, or streaming services and apps via a smartphone. The iLX-705D is fully complaint to Hi-Res Audio specifications, ensuring your music is reproduced with clarity and authenticity as the artist intended.
A world-first innovation, the iLX-705D is equipped with a powerful built-in Class-D amplifier to deliver the richness and acoustic crescendos of virtually any music style and live performances through any loudspeaker.
Making high-resolution sound sources even better, the built-in sound tuning allows you make easy one-touch audio adjustments to suit your preference. In the advanced tuning mode, you have vast array functions such as a 56-band parametric EQ, digital crossover and time-correction, letting you setup and tune the system like a pro.
The iLX-705D represents a new benchmark in the 7” multimedia head unit category by offering a unique collaboration of high-specification audio, visual and wireless connectivity, delivering unmatched performance and value.
Features
Radio / DAB Tuner
- Preset Stations (FM: 3×12 / DAB: 3×12 / AM: 2×12)
- Memory: Auto Memory
- Seek Mode: Local, DX, Pre-Set, Service
- RDS Functions: PI, PS, AF, TA, TP, PTY, NEWS, RADIO TEXT
- DAB+/DMB Supported
- DAB+ Slideshow Service
- DLS (Dynamic Label Service)
- DAB Service Following
- RDS Fallback (where available)
- Auto Ensemble/Service Memory
- Service Search Function
- PTY Search Function
- Alphabet Search Function
BLUETOOTH®
- Built-in BLUETOOTH® Module V4.2
- HFP (Hands-Free Profile) Compatible
- A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Compatible
- AVRCP (Audio / Video Remote Control Profile) Ver.1.5 Compatible
- Phone Book Synchronisation
- Speed Dial: 4 Preset Memory (per phone)
- Call History Display: Outgoing Calls / Incoming Calls / Missed Calls
- Redial Function
- Speech Volume Level Adjustment: (Outgoing and Incoming)
- 24 Menu Languages
- Microphone Included
Works with iPhone®
- Compatible with iPhones featuring a lightning connector
- Various search functions and Album Artwork Display
- Battery Charging
Connectivity
- Works with Apple CarPlay wirelessly (requires CarPlay enabled iPhone)
- Works with Android Auto wirelessly (requires Android Auto enabled handset) **Not all handsets supported and may require wired connection.
Navigation Function
- Online navigation capability with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible navigation apps
- Includes GPS / Glonass enabled navigation antenna
USB Media Connection
- 2x USB cable included
- USB port 1: data port / USB port 2: charging port
- Music Playback: FLAC, MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, APE compatible
- Video Playback: MP4, MOV, FLV, MKV compatible
- Supported Video Coding: MPEG-4/H.264 (MPEG-4/AVC)/MPEG-1/MPEG-2
- Various search functions included
Sound Tuning
- Bass Engine SQ and Bass Engine PRO sound tuning
- Subwoofer Level Adjustment
- 4 V PreOut
- 10 Equalizer PreSets
- 13-Channel Parametric EQ x4 audio channels + 4-channel for subwoofer
- 6-Channel Digital Time Correction
- 2-way Digital Crossover
- Independent Source Volume Level Setting
General
- 4x 50 Watts Class-D High Power Amplifier
- 7-inch Capacitive Touch-Screen WXGA Display (1280 x 720p)
- Display angle adjustable after installation
- 3 PreOuts (4 V, Front / Rear / Subwoofer)
- 1 A/V AUX Input (3.5 mm micro jack)
- 1 HDMI input / 1 HDMI output
- 2 USB Ports (1x USB data port / 1x USB charging)
- Steering Wheel Remote Control Ready
- Vehicle Display Interface Ready (UART connection)
- Remote Control Ready
- 2x Camera Connection (Camera Direct connector) Note: does not support KCX-C250MC camera switch box
- Camera Distance Guides (adjustable)
- Live Contrast Adjustment
- Menu Language: 24 Languages
- Auto Dimmer
- Anti-theft security code
- Engine Start-Stop unaffected
- 3-Year Warranty when installed by Authorised Alpine Dealer
Specifications
General
- Power Requirement – 14.4V DC (11-16V allowable)
- Operating Temperature – -20°C to +60°C
- Power Output – 50W x 4
- Maximum Current Consumption – 15A
Audio Output Level
- Preout (Front, Rear): 4V/10k ohms (max.)
- Preout (Subwoofer): 4V/10k ohms (max.)
Weight
- 2.3kg
Screen
- Screen Size: 7 inch WXGA
- LCD Type: Transparent Type TN LCD
- Operation System: TFT Active Matrix
- Number of Picture Elements: 2,764,800 pixels (1280 x 720 x 3)
- Illumination System: White LED Backlighting
- Effective Number of Picture Elements: 99.99%
- Colour System: NTSC, PAL
FM Tuner
- Tuning Range – 87.5 -105MHz
- Mono Usable Sensitivity – 8.1 dBf (0.7μV/75 ohms)
- 50dB Quieting Sensitivity – 12dBf (1.1μV/75 ohms)
- Alternate Channel Selectivity – 80dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio – 65dB
- Stereo Seperation – 35dB
AM Tuner
- Tuning Range – 531-1701 kHz
- Usable Sensitivity – 25.1μV/28 dBf
DAB Tuner
- Tuning Range – 174 – 240 MHz
- Usable Sensitivity – -100dBm
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio – 90dB
USB (1)
- USB Requirements: USB 2.0
- Max. Power Consumption: 2,400 mA (CDP Support)
- USB Class: Mass Storage Class, Play From Device
- File System: FAT 16/32, exFAT
- MP3 Decoding: MPEG-1/2 AUDIO Layer-3
- WMA Decoding: Windows Media™ Audio
- AAC Decoding: ACC-LC format ′′.m4a′′ file
- FLAC Decoding
- Number of Channels: 2-Channel (Stereo)
- Frequency Response: 5 – 40k Hz ±1 dB *Frequency Response may differ depending on the encoder software/bit rate
- Total Harmonic Distortion (at 1kHz): 0.005%
- DynamicRange(at 1kHz): 95 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 95 dB
- Channel Separation (at 1kHz): 90 dB
USB (2)
- USB Class: Charge Only
- Max. Power Consumption: 1,500 mA (CDP Support)
BLUETOOTH®
- BLUETOOTH® Version: Bluetooth V4.2 (2,402 – 2,480 MHz)
- Output Power: +4 dBm/2.51 mW Ave. (Power Class 2)
- HFP: HFP (Hands Free Profile)
- OPP (Object Push Profile)
- PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
- HSP (Head Set Profile)
- A2DP: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
- AVRCP: AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)
- SPP (Serial Port Profile)
HDMI Section
- Input Format: 720p/480p/VGA
- Output Format: 720p/480p
GPS
- Reception Frequency 1575.42 +/- 1.023 MHz
- Reception Sensitivity (Search) -136dB max.
Wi-Fi
Frequency Ranges
- IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz)
- IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac (5 GHz)
Channels
- 1 -13 ch (2.4 GHz)
- 149 – 165 ch (5GHz)
Security Protocols
- WPA3/WPA2-PSK (TKIP, AES)
Dimensions
- Din Size: 1DIN chassis and 7” Capacitive Touch Screen
- Chassis Size (W x H x D) mm: 178 x 50 x 149.6
- Display Size (W x H x D) mm: 171 x 96 x 17.7
✓ Available at our Brookvale workshop
✓ Installed by qualified auto electricians and audio technicians
✓ Over 30 years of combined car audio experience
✓ OEM-grade wiring looms, connectors and installation materials
✓ Warranty-backed workmanship
✓ Suitable for cars, 4WDs, SUVs, utes and commercial vehicles
Whether you're upgrading speakers, adding an amplifier, installing a multimedia system, fitting a dash cam, or improving vehicle security, our experienced installation team can recommend and fit the right solution for your vehicle.
Need installation pricing or advice? Contact our team on 02 993 92977or visit our Brookvale showroom.
Our Northern Beaches team can assist with:
✓ Product recommendations
✓ Vehicle compatibility checks
✓ Installation advice
✓ System upgrade planning
✓ Warranty and support enquiries
Call 02 993 92977, visit our Brookvale showroom, or use our contact form and we'll help you find the right solution for your vehicle.
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