Alpine has long been recognized for their high quality and innovative car audio components. Even without a marine product line (which is generally a waste of money), their sound quality and iPod integration has convinced many wakeboard boat owners to choose Alpine for their source unit. By far, the single most requested accessory for Alpine stereos has been a waterproof wired remote control.
Well the wait ends now, as Alpine have finally announced a wired remote control with LCD display for their line of multimedia headunits. With complete integration to control all of Alpin’s optional source units, the MC1 Wired Remote Commander can control anything from Sirius satellite radio to your iPod touch. And thanks to a three line display, you’ll get plenty of information to make sure you’re always listening to the right tune for the moment.
You can check out the full list of features after the break, or head over to Alpine’s website to get more information or to find your nearest dealer.
The MC1 wireless Marine remote commander can be purchased individually, or as part of the MC10 Marine Remote Commander Kit. The MC1 commander can control all the audio sources from anywhere in the boat. Add extra MC1 commanders to allow system control from multiple locations like the swim step, open bow, or passenger area.
- Compatible with all Alpine Marine Head Units
- High contrast display designed to work in direct sunlight
- Quick Search lets you find your favorite song fast on any source
- IPx6 Waterproof Design - mount it anywhere
- Connects through Steering Wheel input (using RF interface)
- Multiple Commanders can be used together in one system
- IPx6 High Pressure WJ
- Salt/Fog (ASTM B117) Certified
- UV (ASTM G154/D4329) Certified
April 3rd, 2008 at 4:30 pm
I’ve been waiting for Alpine to offer this remote so I can use one of their radios to control my iPod. It says it uses RF interface, so I wonder if it has to actually be connected to the stereo.
April 4th, 2008 at 3:16 pm
That would be nice from an installation stand point if you didn’t have to run a cable to the headunit. I’m sure it needs power and ground though, so you’re still making some connections.