Faurecia Clarion Electronics PE3402BA CAR RADIO WITH CD PLAYER User Manual PE3402BB CX501
Clarion Co., Ltd. CAR RADIO WITH CD PLAYER PE3402BB CX501
Users Manual
2-DIN Bluetooth CD/USB/MP3/WMA RECEIVER
LECTEUR CD/USB/MP3/WMA Bluetooth 2 DIN
RECEPTOR CD/USB/MP3/WMA Bluetooth 2-DIN
CX501
Owner’s manual
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones
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Thank you for purchasing this Clarion product.
∗Please read this owner’s manual in its entirety before operating this equipment.
∗Check the contents of the enclosed warranty card and keep it carefully with this manual.
Contents
1. FEATURES ...................................................................................................................................... 3
2. PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 4
3. CONTROLS ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Names of the Buttons and Their Main Functions ............................................................................. 5
4. REMOTE CONTROL ....................................................................................................................... 6
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons ....................................................................................... 6
Inserting the Battery ......................................................................................................................... 7
5. OPERATIONS.................................................................................................................................. 8
Basic Operations .............................................................................................................................. 8
Radio Operations ........................................................................................................................... 11
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Operations................................................................................................. 12
CD/MP3/WMA Operations .............................................................................................................. 14
Bluetooth Operations...................................................................................................................... 17
Operations Common to Each Mode ............................................................................................... 21
6. ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................. 25
USB Operations.............................................................................................................................. 25
iPod/iPhone Operations..................................................................................................................... 27
7. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................... 33
8. ERROR DISPLAYS ....................................................................................................................... 35
9. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 36
10. OTHERS ........................................................................................................................................ 37
rBuilt in Bluetooth® Handsfree (HFP) and and Audio Streaming (A2DP & AVRCP)
r728-Variable Color Display & Illuminated Key
1. FEATURES
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2. PRECAUTIONS
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or
an experienced radio technician for help.
CAUTION
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS, OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN, MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
THE COMPACT DISC PLAYER SHOULD NOT
BE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED BY ANYONE
EXCEPT PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT
EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE
MANUFACTURER FOR COMPLIANCE
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE
MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY AND WILL VIOLATE FCC
APPROVAL.
Handling Compact Discs
rCompared to ordinary music CDs, CD-R and
CD-RW discs are both easily affected by high
temperature and humidity and some of CD-R
and CD-RW discs may not be played.
Therefore, do not leave them for a long time
in the car.
rNever stick labels on the surface of the
compact disc or mark the surface with a
pencil or pen.
Display Screen
In extreme cold, the screen movement may slow
down and the screen may darken, but this is
normal.
The screen will recover when it returns to
normal temperature.
INFORMATION FOR USERS:
Bottom View of Source Unit
[SOURCE]
[x]
[CD SLOT]
[DIRECT]
[MICRO
PHONE]
[SCN]
[RPT]
[RDM]
[]
[SOUND] [DISP] [ISR ] [USB]
[AUX]
[BAND]
[DIRECT]
[F-DN]
[F-UP]
[ ]
[ROTARY]
[v]
RECEIVER]
[IR
[RESET ]
[ ] button
rPerform preset scan while in radio mode.
rPlay or pause a track while in CD/MP3/WMA/
USB/iPod mode.
rReceive and dial a call.
[IR RECEIVER] button
rReceiver for remote control unit.(Operating
range: 30° in all directions)
[RDM] button
rPerform random play while in the CD/MP3/
WMA/USB/iPod mode.
[RPT] button
rPerform repeat play while in CD/MP3/WMA/
USB/iPod mode.
[SCN] button
rPerform scan play while in CD/MP3/WMA/
USB mode.
[DIRECT] buttons
rStore radio stations in memory or recall it
directly while in radio mode.
[CD SLOT]
rInsert CDs here.
[MICROPHONE]
rBuilt-in microphone for Bluetooth telephone.
[Q] (EJECT) button
rPress to eject disc.
[DISP] button
rSwitch display mode.
[AUX], [USB] input jack
rInput jack for connecting external device.
[BAND] button
rChange bands, or select seek tuning or
manual uning while in the radio mode.
[ISR] button
r
[F-UP], [F-DN] buttons
rSelect folders while in MP3/WMA/USB mode.
[ROTARY] knob
rRotate to adjust the volume.
rRotate to select the desired item.
rPress to ensure the selected item.
[x], [v] buttons
rCommence fast-forward or fast-reverse
mode.
[SOUND] button
rPress to switch to the sound adjust mode.
rEnding a call.
[SOURCE] button
rTurn the power on or off.
rRecall ISR radio station in memory.
rPress and hold the button (2 sec.) to store
current station into ISR memory (radio mode
only).
LCD Display Screen
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3. CONTROLS
Names of the Buttons and Their Main Functions
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4. REMOTE CONTROL
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons
∗Some buttons on the remote control unit have different functions from the corresponding buttons on the main
unit.
Shared modes
[SRC] button
rPress the button to turn on the power.
Press and hold the button (1 sec.) to turn off
the power.
rUse to alternate operation mode among the
various modes.
[w], [z]buttons
rIncreases and decreases volume.
[MUTE] button
rTurns mute function on and off.
[ISR] button
rRecalls ISR radio station stored in memory.
rPress and hold the button (2 sec.) to store
current station in ISR memory (radio mode
only).
[DISP] button
rPress to select the desired display.
Radio/Satellite Radio modes
[BND] button
rSwitches reception band.
[x], [v] buttons
rMoves preset channels up and down.
[SCN] button
rPress to perform preset scan.
rPress and hold the button (2 sec.) to perform
auto store.
rIn the Satellite Radio mode, press once to
perform category scan; hold depressed
(1 sec.) to perform preset scan.
CD/MP3/WMA and USB modes
[BND] button
rPress to play the first track.
[x], [v] buttons
rPress to select tracks.
rPress and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform
fast-forward/fast-reverse (Except DRM file).
[ ] button
rSwitches between playback and pause.
[SCN] button
rPress to perform scan play.
rWhen in MP3/WMA and USB modes, press
and hold the button(1 sec.) to perform folder
scan play.
[RPT] button
rPress to perform repeat play.
rWhen in MP3/WMA and USB modes, press
and hold the button(1 sec.) to perform folder
repeat play.
[RDM] button
rPress to perform random play.
rWhen in MP3/WMA and USB modes, press
and hold the button(1 sec.) to perform folder
random play.
[SRC][BND]
[MUTE]
[ISR]
[SCN]
[DISP]
[RDM]
[RPT]
Signal transmitter
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Inserting the Battery
1Turn over the remote control unit and slide
the cover in the direction indicated by the
arrow in the illustration.
2Insert the battery (CR2025) into the insertion
guides, with the printed side (+) facing
upwards.
3Press the battery in the direction indicated by
the arrow so that it slides into the
compartment.
4Replace the cover and slide in until it clicks
into place.
Notes:
Misuse may result in rupture of the battery,
producing leakage of fluid and resulting in
personal injury or damage to surrounding
materials. Always follow these safety precautions:
rUse only the designated battery.
rWhen replacing the battery, insert properly, with
+/– polarities oriented correctly.
rDo not subject battery to heat, or dispose of in
fire or water. Do not attempt to disassemble the
battery.
rDispose of used batteries properly.
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Insertion guide
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons
iPod mode
[x], [v] buttons
rPress to move the tracks up and down.
rPress and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform
fast-forward/fast-reverse.
[ ] button
rSwitches between playback and pause.
[RPT] button
rPress to perform repeat play.
[RDM] button
rPress to perform random play.
rPress and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform
all random play.
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5. OPERATIONS
Note:
rBe sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of chapter “3. CONTROLS”onpage5.
Basic Operations
CAUTION
Be sure to lower the volume before
switching off the unit power or the ignition
key. The unit remembers its last volume
setting.
Turning on/off the power
Note:
1. Press the [SOURCE] button to turn on the
2. Press and hold the [SOURCE] button
(1 sec.) for to turn off the power.
power.
Selecting a mode
1. Press the [SOURCE] button to change the
operation mode.
Radio (SIRIUS Satellite radio)
BLUETOOTH AUX Radio...
∗iPod/iPhone connect to this unit via USB
cable.
Adjusting the volume
1. Turning the [ROTARY] knob clockwise
increases the volume; turning it
counterclockwise decreases the volume.
∗Thevolumelevel isfrom0(minimum)to33
(maximum).
Switching the display
Press the [DISP] button to select the desired
display.
Sound Adjustment
You can adjust a sound effect or tone quality to
your preference.
Setting the BEAT EQ
This unit is provided with 4 types of sound tone
effects stored in memory.
Select the one you prefer.
∗The factory default setting is “OFF”.
2-1. Select “BEAT EQ”.
3-1. Each time you turn the [ROTARY] knob
the tone effect changes in the following
order:
“CUSTOM” “EXCITE” “IMPACT”
“B-BOOST” “OFF”
CUSTOM : user custom
EXCITE : bass and treble emphasized
mid emphasized
IMPACT : bass and treble emphasized
B-BOOST : bass emphasized
OFF : no sound effect
To change sound setting
1. Press the [SOUND] button to switch to the
sound adjustment selection display.
∗The factory default sound setting is
“BEAT EQ”.
2. Then press the [x] or [v] button to
select the sound adjustment mode.
Each time you press the [x] or [v]
button, the sound adjustment mode
changes as following order:
“BEAT EQ” “M-B EX” “BALANCE”
“FADER” “LPF” “S-W VOL” “HPF”
∗In the case of display blinking “ENT”, you
can press the [ROTARY]knob to adjust the
setting value.
3. Turn the [ ] knob to adjust the
selected sound mode.
4. After completing settings, press the
[SOUND] button to return to the previous
mode.
ROTARY
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When “CUSTOM” is set:
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3-2. Press the [x]or[v] button to select the
“BASS”/“MID”/“TREBLE” mode to adjust.
3-3. If you want to set the flat, press the
[ROTARY] knob
to return to the “CUSTOM”
mode, then press and hold the
[ROTARY]
knob
(1 sec.), bass/mid/treble characteristics
become flat.
When “EXCITE/IMPACT/B-BOOST” is set:
3-2. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3-3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the
setting in the range of –3 to +3.
∗The factory default setting is “0”.
3-4. Press the [ROTARY] knob to return to the
previous mode.
Adjusting the BASS/MID/TREBLE
This adjustment can be performed only when
the BEAT EQ is set to “CUSTOM”.
Note:
rWhile connected with the external aplifers,
please do not set the “BASS”/“MID”/“TREBLE”
in the maximum level. Otherwise the speakers
maybedamaged.
3-2. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3-3. Press the [x]or[v] button to select as
following order.
“BASS<G>”“BASS<F>” “BASS<Q>”
“MID<G>”“MID<F>” “MID<Q>”
“TREBLE<G>” “TREBLE<F>”
“TREBLE<Q>”
∗The factory default setting is “BASS<G>”.
3-4. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
setting.
BASS<G>:The factory default setting is “0”.
(Adjustment range: +7 to –7)
BASS<F>:
The factory default setting is “
50
”
.
(Adjustment range: 50/100/200)
BASS<Q>:The factory default setting is “1”.
(Adjustment range: 0.7/1/1.4/2)
MID<G> : The factory default setting is “0”.
(Adjustment range: +7 to –7)
MID<F> :
The factory default setting is “
500
”.
(Adjustment range: 500/1K/2K)
MID<Q> :
The factory default setting is
“1”
.
(Adjustment range: 0.7/1/1.4/2)
TREBLE<F>:
The factory default setting is
“
10K
”.
(Adjustment range: 5K/10K/15K)
TREBLE<Q>
:
The factory default setting is
“
1
”
.
(Adjustment range: 0.7/1/1.4/2)
3-5. Press the [ROTARY] knob to return to the
previous mode.
Setting the MAGNA BASS EXTEND
The MAGNA BASS EXTEND does not adjust
the low frequencies like the normal sound
adjustment function, but emphasizes the deep
bass frequencies to provide you with a dynamic
sound.
∗The factory default setting is “OFF” (off).
2-1. Select “M-B EX”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON”or
“OFF”.
Adjusting the balance
2-1. Select “BALANCE”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the
balance of the right and left speakers.
∗The factory default setting is “CENTER”
(center). (Adjustment range: RIGHT12 to
LEFT12 (right 12 to left 12))
Adjusting the fader
2-1. Select “FADER”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the
balance of the rear and front speakers.
∗The factory default setting is “CENTER”
(center). (Adjustment range: FRONT12 to
REAR12 (front 12 to rear 12))
Setting the subwoofer
You can set the low pass filter of subwoofer.
This adjustment can be performed only when
the “REAR/S-W” is set to “S-WOOFER”.
2-1. Select “LPF”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select as
following order.
“THROUGH” “60” “90” “120”
∗The factory default setting is “THROUGH”.
TREBLE<G>
:
The factory default setting is
“
0
”
.
(Adjustment range: +7 to –7)
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2-1. Select “S-W VOL”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to increases
or decreases the subwoofer volume.
∗The factory default setting is “0”.
(Adjustment range: +6 to –6)
Adjusting the HPF
2-1. Select “HPF”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select as
following order.
“THROUGH” “60” “90” “120”
∗The factory default setting is “THROUGH”.
Adjusting the subwoofer output
volume
You can adjust the volume output from the unit’s
subwoofer output terminal.
This adjustment can be performed only when
the “REAR/S-W” is set to “S-WOOFER”
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Radio Operations
Listening to the radio
1. Press the [SOURCE] button and select the
radio mode.
2. Press the [BAND] button and select the
radio band. Each time the button is pressed,
the radio reception band changes in the
following order:
FM1 FM2 FM3 AM FM1...
Tuning
2 types of tuning mode available, manual
tuning and preset tuning.
Manual tuning
There are 2 ways available: Quick tuning and
step tuning.
Quick tuning
Press and hold the [x]or[v] button (1 sec.)
to tune in a station.
Step tuning
Press the [x]or[v] button to manually tune
in a station.
Recalling a preset station
A total of 24 preset positions (6-FM1, 6-FM2,
6-FM3, 6-AM) exists to store individual radio
stations in memory. Press the corresponding
[DIRECT] button to recall the stored radio
frequency automatically.
Manual memory
1. Select the desired station with seek tuning or
manual tuning.
2. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons
(2 sec.) to store the current station into
preset memory.
Auto store
Auto store is a function for storing up to 6
stations that are automatically tuned in
sequentially. If 6 receivable stations cannot be
received, a previously stored station remains
unoverwritten at the memory position.
1. Press the [BAND] button and select the
desired band (FM or AM ).
Preset scan
Preset scan receives the stations stored in
preset memory in order. This function is useful
when searching for a desired station in memory.
1. Press the [ ] button.
2. When a desired station is tuned in, press the
[ ] button again to continue receiving that
station.
Note:
rBe careful not to press and hold the [ ] button
(2 sec.), otherwise the auto store function is
engaged and the unit starts storing stations.
Instant station recall (ISR)
Instant station recall is a special radio preset
that instantly accesses a favorite radio station at
a touch of a button. The ISR function even
operates with the unit in other modes.
ISR memory
1. Select the station that you wish to store in
ISR memory.
2. Press and hold the [ISR] button (2 sec.).
Recalling a station with ISR
In any mode, press the [ISR] button to turn on
the radio function and tune the selected radio
station. “ISR” appears in the display. Press the
[ISR] button again to return to the previous
mode.
2. Press and hold the [ ] button (2 sec.) . The
stations with good reception are stored
automatically to the preset channels.
∗If auto store is performed in the FM bands, the
stations are stored in FM3 even if FM1 or FM2
was chosen for storing stations.
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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Operations
This function is available when this unit is
connected to the SC-C1 tuner (need sold
seperately) with the Sirius SSP cable.
Selecting a Satellite Radio mode
1. Press the [SOURCE] button.
The system changes to the specified
Satellite Radio mode.
Selecting a band
1. Press the [BAND] button to select a band.
This changes the reception band as follows:
SR1 SR2 SR3...
Information displayed during reception
The following information is displayed when the
satellite radio cannot be received normally.
rWhen the tuner is not be connected: “NO
TUNER”.
∗In this time, please turn off the power and
connect the tuner to this unit.
rWhen the antenna is not be received: “NO
ANTENNA”.
rWhen no signal is received: “ACQUIRING”.
rWhen the contract of the channel is being
updated: “SUB UPDT”.
rWhen the channel map is being updated:
“UPDATING”.
rA channel without a broadcast has been
selected: “INVALID CH”
rA channel not covered by your contract:
“CALL 888” “539-SIRI” (alternated)
Confirming your SIRIUS ID
1. Switch to channel 0.
∗For details, see the following operation
descriptions.
2. The SIRIUS ID appears in the diaplay.
Displaying channel labels
1. Press the [DISP] button to select the desired
channel label.
Channel Category Title (Artist)
Composer Channel...
Channel input directly
This function allows you to input the channel No.
directly.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
“DIRECT”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
4. Press the [x] or [v] button to move the
cursor.
5. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
number.
6. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob.
Notes:
rIf no operation is performed whithin 10 seconds,
it will return to the previous mode.
rIf you select the Parental Locked channel, it will
remind you to enter the password (For details,
see the chaperter “Parental Lock function”
(page 19)).
Channel selection
1. Channels are selected with the [x]or
[v] button.
∗For details, see the following operation
descriptions.
Notes:
rThe audio output is muted and other button
operations are not accepted during channel
selection.
rThe Parental Locked, unsubscribed and invalid
channels will be skiped and can not be tuned.
Recalling a preset station
A total of 18 satellite radio stations can be
stored.
6-SR1, 6-SR2 and 6-SR3
This allows you to store your favorite satellite
radio stations in memory for later recall.
1. Press the [BAND] button to select the
desired band.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob or [ DIRECT]
button to select the desired preset station.
Preset memory
1. Press the [BAND] button to select the
desired band.
2. Select the desired channel.
3. Press and hold the [DIRECT] button (2 sec.)
to store the current channel into preset
memory.
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Receiving stations selected by
category
Satellite Radio allows you to select broadcast
channel category (contents).
1. Press and hold the [BAND] button (1 sec.)
to select the category selection mode.
∗It press and hold once again, return to the
channel selection mode.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to change the
category item.
3. Press the [x] or [v] button to tune in a
station.
∗If press and hold the [x]or[v] button, it
will quick tune a channel a channel in the
current category.
∗If turn the [ROTARY] knob , it will tune the
first channel in the next or last category.
Notes:
rWhen the category selection mode is entered,
the category of the last received channel is
displayed first.
rIf no operation is perfomed within 10 seconds,
the category selection mode is canceled, and
resumes to the channel mode.
Presetting a category
A category can be preset by registering specific
categories in [DIRECT] buttons 1 to 6. Then the
desired category can be recalled by pressing
the corresponding [DIRECT] button.
1. Press and hold the [BAND] button (1 sec.)
to enter the category mode.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
category.
3. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons
for 2 seconds or longer to store the current
category into preset memory.
Notes:
rWhen the name of a channel stored in memory is
changed by a broadcasting channel, the display
may show a channel name that differs from the
stored name.
rA channel stored in memory may be
discontinued at the option of the broadcasting
channel.
rIf no operation is performed for more than 1
second, category seek tuning can automatically
tune in a receivable broadcast channel category.
Scan function
There are two scan modes: the category scan
mode and the preset scan mode.
During scanning channels are displayed in
abbreviated form, the display mode cannot be
switched.
Preset scan (PRESET SCN)
A preset scan scans the channels (up to 18
channels) stored in the preset memory about
every 10 seconds.
∗This function is available in the channel selection
mode.
Press the [ ]button. And start the preset
scanning.
Category scan (CAT SCN)
In a category scan, broadcast channels in the
same category as the current channel are
selected about every 10 seconds.
∗This function is available in the category selection
mode.
Note:
rCategory scanning is not available when no
category is defined for the current channel.
Parental Lock function
This fuction allows you to set a listening
limitation level.
This setting is possible only when a password is
entered.
Setting the Password
∗The factory default setting is “0000”.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
“PARENTAL PASSWORD”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
4. Input the old password.
4-1. Press the [x]or[v]buttontomove
the cursor.
4-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
number.
4-3. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob.
5. Input a new password.
Repeat step 4-1 to 4-3.
6. Input the new password again.
Repeat step 4-1 to 4-3.
Press the [ ]button. And start the category
scanning.
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Note:
rIf you forget the password, you can do the
following operations:
∗Input the old and new password with “4356”,
and it will return to the factory default setting
“0000”.
∗Input the old password with “4356”, and then
operate step 5-6.
Locking Channel
1. Select a desired channel.
2. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
3. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
“LOCK CH”.
4. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
5. Input the right password.
5-1. Press the [x]or[v] button to move
the cursor.
5-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
number.
6. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob.
Unlocking the Channel
1. Select the locked channel through inputing
channel No. directly.
2. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
3. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
“UNLOCKCH”.
4. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
5. Input the right password.
5-1. Press the [x]or[v] button to move
the cursor.
5-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
number.
6. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob.
Unlocking All Channel
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
“UNLOCK ALL CH”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
4. Input the right password.
4-1. Press the [x]or[v] button to move
the cursor.
4-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
number.
5. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob.
Unskip all channel function
This function allows you to unskip the skiped
channel.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
“UNSKIP ALL CH”.
3. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob.
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CD/MP3/WMA Operations
This unit can play back MP3/WMA
files
Notes:
rIf you play a file with DRM (Digital Rights
Management) for WMA remaining ON, no audio
is output (The WMA indicator blinks).
To disable DRM (Digital Rights
Management)
1. When using Windows Media Player 9/10/11,
click on TOOL OPTIONS MUSIC
RECORD tab, then under Recording
settings, unclick the Check box for RECORD
PROTECTED MUSIC. Then, reconstruct
files.
Personally constructed WMA files are used
at your own responsibility.
Precautions when creating MP3/
WMA file
Usable sampling rates and bit rates
1. MP3: Sampling rate 8 kHz-48 kHz,
Bit rate 8 kbps-320 kbps / VBR
2. WMA: Bit rate 8 kbps-320 kbps
File extensions
2. Files without MP3/WMA data will not play. The
files will be played soundlessly if you attempt
to play files without MP3/WMA data.
∗When VBR files are played, the play time
display may differ the play location.
∗When MP3/WMA files are played, a little
no sound part is caused between tunes.
Logical format (File system)
1. When writing MP3/WMA file on a CD-R
disc or CD-RW disc, please select “ISO9660
level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo” or APPLE
ISO as the writing software format. Normal
play may not be possible if the disc is
recorded on another format.
2. The folder name and file name can be
displayed as the title during MP3/WMA
play but the title must be within 64 single
byte alphabetical letters and numerals
(including an extension).
3. Do not affix a name to a file inside a folder
having the same name.
Folder structure
1. A disc with a folder having more than 8
hierarchical levels will be impossible.
Number of files or folders
1. Up to 255 files can be recognized per folder.
Up to 510 files can be played.
2. Tracks are played in the order that they were
recorded onto a disc. (Tracks might not
always be played in the order displayed on
the PC.)
3. Some noise may occur depending on the
type of encoder software used while
recording.
1. Always add a file extension “.MP3”, “.WMA”
or “.M4A” to MP3, WMA or file by using
single byte letters. If you add a file extension
other than specified or forget to add the file
extension, the file cannot be played.
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Displaying CD titles
This unit can display title data for CD-text/MP3/
WMA disc and user titles input with this unit.
1. Each time you press the [DISP] button to
change the title display.
CD-TEXT disc
User Track Disc/Artist ...
MP3/WMA disc
Track Folder Title/Album Artist ...
Notes:
rIf the CD playing is not a CD-text CD or no user
title has been input, “NO TITLE”appearsinthe
display.
rIf MP3/WMA disc is not input TAG, “NO
TITLE” appears in the display.
rFor MP3, supports ID3 Tags V2.3/2.2/1.1/1.0.
rTag displays give priority to V2.3/2.2.
rIn the case of album Tags for WMA, the
information written into the extension header is
displayed.
rOnly ASCII characters can be displayed in Tags.
Backup Eject function
Just pressing the [Q
Q
] button, ejects the disc
even if the power to the unit was not turned on.
1. Press the [ ] button. Remove the disc
after it is ejected.
Notes:
rIfyouforceaCDintobeforeautoreloading,this
candamagetheCD.
rIf a CD (12 cm) is left in the ejected position for
15 seconds, the CD is automatically reloaded
(Auto reload).
Listening to a disc already loaded in
the unit
Press the [SOURCE] button to select the CD/
MP3/WMA mode.
When the unit enters the CD/MP3/WMA
mode, play starts automatically.
If there is no disc loaded, the indication “NO
DISC” appears in the title display.
Loading a CD
1. Insert a CD into the center of the CD SLOT
with the labeled side facing up. The CD plays
automatically after loading.
Pausing play
1. Press the [ ] button to pause play.
“PAUSE” appears in the display.
2. To resume CD play, press the [ ] button
again.
Disc-In-Play function
As long as the ignition key is turned to the ON or
ACC position, this function allows you to turn the
power to the unit and start playing the disc
automatically when the disc is inserted even if
the power is not turned on.
CAUTION
rDo not try to put your hand or fingers in
the disc insertion slot. Also never insert
foreign objects into the slot.
rDo not insert discs where adhesive comes
out from cellophane tape or a rental CD
label, or discs with marks where
cellophane tape or rental CD labels were
removed. It may be impossible to extract
these discs from the unit and they may
cause the unit to break down.
Notes:
rNever insert foreign objects into the CD SLOT.
rIf the CD is not inserted easily, there may be
another CD in the mechanism or the unit may
require service.
rDiscs not bearing the or mark and
CD-ROMs cannot be played by this unit.
rSome CDs recorded in CD-R/CD-RW mode may
not be usable.
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Folder Select
This function allows you to select a folder
containing MP3/WMA files and start
playing from the first track in the folder.
1. Press the [F-DN] button to move the next
folder.
Press the [F-UP] ] button to move the
previous folder.
2. To select a track, press the [x] or [v]
button.
Other various play functions
Scan play
This function allows you to locate and play the
first 10 seconds of all the tracks recorded on a
disc.
1. Press the [SCN] button to perform scan play.
Folder scan play
This function allows you to locate and play the
first 10 seconds of the first track of all the folders
on an MP3/WMA disc.
1. Press and hold the [SCN] button (1 sec.) for
folder scan play.
Folder random play
This function allows you to play all the tracks of
all the folders recorded on an MP3/WMA
disc in a random order.
1. Press and hold the [RDM] button (1 sec.) for
folder random play.
To cancel play
1. Press the operating button previously
selected.
∗The various play mode is canceled and the
various play off mode appears in the display
for 2 seconds.
Selecting a track
Track-up
1. Press the [v] button to move ahead to the
beginning of the next track.
2. Each time you press the [v] button, the
track advances ahead to the beginning of the
next track.
Track-down
1. Press the [x] button to move back to the
beginning of the current track.
2. Press the [x] button twice to move back to
the beginning of the previous track.
Fast-forward/Fast-reverse
Fast-forward
1. Press and hold the [v] button (1 sec.).
Fast-reverse
1. Press and hold the [x] button (1 sec.).
∗For MP3/WMA discs, it takes some time
until the start of searching and between
tracks. In addition, the playing time may have
amarginoferror.
Repeat play
This function allows you to play the current track
repeatedly.
1. Press the [RPT] button to perform repeat
play.
Folder repeat play
This function allows you to play a track currently
being played in the MP3/WMA folder
repeatedly.
1. Press and hold the [RPT] button (1 sec.) for
folder repeat play.
Random play
This function allows you to play all tracks
recorded on a disc in a random order.
1. Press the [RDM] button to perform random
play.
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The Bluetooth allows you to utilize your car’s
built-in audio system for wireless mobile phone
or music handsfree communication.
Some Bluetooth mobile phones have the audio
features, and some portable audio players
support Bluetooth feature.
This system can play audio data stored in a
Bluetooth audio device.
The car stereo with Bluetooth will be able
to retrieve phonebook contacts, received
call, dialed call, missed call, incoming calls,
outgoing call, redial call and listen to music.
Notes:
rThis system will not operate or may operate
improperly with some Bluetooth audio players.
rFor detailed information on the playable
Bluetooth audio players, see our home page:
www.clarion.com
rWhen a audio device is paired, the following
operations are the same as for CD mode:
∗Pause
∗Track selection
∗Fast-forward
∗Fast-reverse
rThe titles and the play time can not appear in the
display.
See “CD/MP3/WMA Operations” (page 15-17 )
for details.
Basic Operations
Select Bluetooth
1. Press the [SOURCE] button to switch the
Bluetooth Operations
Making a call
There are 4 ways to make outgoing call.
Direct Number Call
Outgoing call can be made by entering
telephone numbers directly via the car stereo.
Telephone number uses 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,
9, *, #, and +.
1. Press the [BAND] button to select “DIAL
NUMBER”.
2. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
numbers.
4. Press the [x] or [v] button to input or
delete the number.
5. Press and hold the [ ] button (1 sec.) to
call the mobile phone No.
∗Press the [SOUND] button to end the call.
Call from Phonebook
User can search the contact name in the
phonebook and make call.
Alternatively, user can call from mobile phone.
1. Press the [BAND] button to select “PHONE
BOOK”.
2. Press the [v] button to enter the contact
name mode (In this case, turn the [ROTARY]
knob to select the desired contact name).
3. When the contact name is displayed, press
the [v]or[x] button to select the contact
name’s phone number.
4. Press the [ ] button to call the mobile
phone No.
∗Press the [SOUND] button to end the call.
Answering a call
1. You can answer an incoming call by pressing
any button.
∗Press the [SOUND] button to reject an
incoming call.
Received/Dialled/Missed Call History
You can search any Received/Dialled/Missed
Call History.
1. Press the [BAND] button to select
HISTORY
“”.
2. Press the [v] button to enter the contact
name mode (In this case, turn the [ROTARY]
knob to select the desired contact name).
3. When the contact name is displayed, press
the [x]or[v] button to select the contact
name’s phone number.
source.
2. You can press and hold the [SOUND] button
to disconnect the currently connected device.
Switch the display
Press the [DISP] button to select the display in
the following order:
“BT TEL”“BT AUDIO”
∗The connected device name will appear in the
display.
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Redial a call
You can call a redial phone No.
1. Press the [BAND] button to select “REDIAL”.
2. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob (1 sec.)
to call the redial phone No.
∗Press the [SOUND] button to end the call.
PAIRING
This option is used to perform Bluetooth pairing
with the mobile phone and audio.
Up to a maximum of 5 mobile phones and a
audio device can be paired.
2-1. Select “PAIRING”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select
“TELPHONE” or “AUDIO”. then press the
For a no paired device after reset or at the
same time when you select
“TELEPHONE”
,
please turn the
[ROTARY
] turn to select
the phone book type.
(For details, see the chaperter “
PHONE
BOOK TYPE
” (page 20))
3-3. After select the “TELEPHONE”, turn the
[ROTARY] knob to select “ MEMORY 1”
to “MEMORY 5”, then press and hold the
[ROTARY] knob (1 sec.) to memory.
4-1. Turn the [ROTARY] button to select
“SEARCH”or “WAIT”.
5-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
To change Bluetooth adjustment
setting
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.)
to switch to the Bluetooth adjustment
selection display.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
the “item name”.
“PAIRING” “SELECT” “DELETE”
“DISCONNECT”“ADD PHONE BOOK”
“DEL NO. PHONE BOOK”
“HISTORY DELETE ALL” “PHONE
BOOK TYPE” “MIC GAIN” “RING
VOL”“TONE SEL” “NOISE”
“AUTO ANS” “AUTO CON” “PASS
KEY” “ADDRESS” “BT NAME”
“BT FW”
3. Turn the [ROTARY] button to select the
“desired setting value”.
∗In the case of display blinking “ENT”, you
can press the [ROTARY] knob to adjust
the setting value.
∗After completing settings, press the [DISP]
button to return to the previous mode.
[ROTARY] knob.
∗When the “SEARCHING” appears in the
display, you can press the [ROTARY] knob
to stop search, then the list search appear.
“SEARCH” mode: User can search the
Bluetooth mobile phone or audio device.
“WAIT” mode: User can search this uint via
the mobile phone or audio device.
6-1. After the search, turn the [ROTARY]
knob to select the desired Bluetooth
mobile phone.
7-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
(1 sec.) to pair.
SELECT
This is a setting for user to select one of the
paired mobile phones or audio.
2-1. Select “SELECT”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob, then the paired
mobile phones appears in the display.
4-1. Turn the [ROTARY ] knob to choose one
of the 5 mobile phones.
5-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
(1 sec.) to connect.
Connected device will be able to use all the
functionalities provided.
DELETE
This is a setting for user to delete one of the
paired device from the list.
2-1. Select “DELETE”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob, then the paired
mobile phones appears in the display.
4-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to choose one
of the 5 mobile phones and a audio device.
5-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob to
delete the paired device.
Notes:
rDeleted paired device will not automatically
rearrange in the paired device list.
rAfter deleting the device, the phone book and
the call history records will be deleted too.
4. Press the [ ] button to call the mobile
phone No.
(1 sec.).
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DISCONNECT
This option is used to disconnect the currently
connected device.
2-1. Select “DISCONNECT”.
3-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
(1 sec.) to disconnect.
∗Press and hold the [SOUND]button
(2 sec.) to disconnect.
ADD PHONE BOOK
This option is used to add one of the phone No.
2-1. Select “ADD PHONE BOOK”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob (1 sec.), then
the“RECEIVING” appears in the display.
∗At the same time the phone No. from the
paired phone book list is sent out, then there
is a prompt on the mobile phone if it is
successful.
∗Some mobile phones cannot transfer the
phone book to this unit because of the less
word and the language type. In this time,
please edit your phone book in other
language, and transfer it once again.
DEL NO. PHONE BOOK
This option is used to delete one of or all phone
No. of the added phone book.
2-1. Select “DEL NO. PHONE BOOK”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
4-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select
“1 DEL” or “ALL DEL”.
5-1. When you select “1DEL”, press the
[ROTARY] knob, then turn the [ROTARY]
knob to select one of the desired phone No.
6-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob, then the
“DELETE?” appears in the display.
7-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob (1 sec.) to
delete.
detele all of the call records successfully.
the“DELETING” appears in the display,
Note:
rIf you want to transfer or handl this unit, please
perform “DELETE”, “ADD PHONE BOOK”and
“DEL NO. PHONE BOOK”functiontodeleteall
of your personal information.
HISTORY DELETE ALL
This option is used to delete all of the call
records.
2-1. Select “HISTORY DELETE ALL”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob, then the
“CONFIRM?” appears in the display.
4-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob (1 sec.) , then
PHONE BOOK TYPE
The unit provide 3 types of phone book which
are stored in memory.
2-1. Select “PHONE BOOK TYPE”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select
“1”,“2”or“3”, then press the [ROTARY]
knob to store in memory.
Notes:
rIf you change the phone book type, all of the
paired mobile phones’s book data will be
deleted.
rThe piece number of the phone book’s record
can be stored in the different memory of the
phone book type are as follow:
MIC GAIN
MIC gain can be set by each paired mobile
phone device. Each registered device has
unique MIC gain setting.
2-1. Select “MIC GAIN”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to change the
MIC gain setting.
∗The factory default setting is “3”.
(Adjustment range:1 to 5)
RING VOL
This option is used to change the ringing volume
by each paired mobile phone device.
2-1. Select “RING VOL”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to change the
ringing volume.
∗The factory default setting is “5”.
(Adjustment range:1 to 10)
TONE SEL
The system can ring if the mobile phone cannot
ring when the Bluetooth connection has been
established.
2-1. Press “TONE SEL”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] button to select
“INTERNAL”or “AUTO”
∗The unit setting is “AUTO”.
“INTERNAL”: Adjust tone in the car
bluetooth system.
PHONE
TYPE
MEMORY
1
MEMORY
2
MEMORY
3
MEMORY
4
MEMORY
5
1250
piece
250
piece
0
piece
0
piece
0
piece
2200
piece
100
piece
100
piece
50
piece
50
piece
3100
piece
100
piece
100
piece
100
piece
100
piece
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“AUTO”: Automatic adjustment is enabled
in the paired mobile phone.
NOISE
This option is used to set noise volume in the
car bluetooth system.
2-1. Press “NOISE”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select
“LOW” or “HIGH”.
∗The factory default setting is “LOW”.
AUTO ANS
This is a setting to determine whether any
incoming call will be automatically or manually
answered.
∗The factory default setting is “OFF”.
2-1. Select “AUTO ANS”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON”
or “OFF”.
ON: Any incoming call is automatically
answered in 5 seconds.
OFF: User needs to manually answer the
call.
AUTO CONNECT
This function allows the Bluetooth to be
connected automatically with previously
connected device. Connection can be
established at any source mode.
∗The factory default setting is “OFF”.
2-1. Select “AUTO CON”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON”
or “OFF”.
ON: Automatic connection is enabled.
OFF: Automatic connection is disabled.
PASS KEY
This PASS KEY is used during pairing mode. A
maximum of 10 digits can be changed through
the car stereo.
∗The factory default PASS KEY is “1234”.
2-1. Select “PASS KEY”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
4-1. Press the [x] or [v] button to remove
the cursor.
5-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
desired digits.
6-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
(2 sec.) to store in memory.
∗If press the [BAND] button, the pass key
returns to the factory default setting.
ADDRESS
This will hold the unique Bluetooth address. The
address is 12 figures.
2-1. Select “ADDRESS”.
The Bluetooth address 6 figures appears in
the display.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] button to display.
Bluetooth Name
This will display the name of the Bluetooth.
2-1. Select “BT NAME”.
The Bluetooth name appears in the display.
Bluetooth Firmware version
This will display the firmware version of the
Bluetooth.
2-1. Select “BT FW”.
The Bluetooth firmware version appears in
the display.
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Operations Common to Each Mode
To change adjustment setting
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.)
to switch to the adjustment selection
display.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
the “item name”.
“CONTRAST” “COLOR”
“CODE”“SCRN SVR” “SCROLL”
“DIMMER”“BLINKLED”
“CLOCK”
“REAR/S-W” “RESET ”
3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
“desired setting value”.
∗In the case of display blinking “ENT”, you
can press the [ROTARY]knob to adjust the
setting value.
∗After completing settings, press the [DISP]
button to return to the previous mode.
Setting the contrast
You can adjust the display contrast to match the
angle of installation of the unit.
∗The factory default setting is “10”.
(Adjustment level: 1 to 16)
2-1. Select “CONTRAST”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the
contrast.
Setting the clock
2-1. Select “CLOCK”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3-2. Press the [x]or[v] button to select the
hour or the minute.
3-3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to set the
correct time.
∗The clock is displayed in 12-hour format.
3-4. Press the [ROTARY] knob to store the time
into memory.
Note:
rYou cannot set the clock when it is displayed
with only the ignition on. If you drain or remove
the car’s battery or take out this unit, the clock is
reset. While setting the clock, if another button or
operation is selected, the clock set mode is
canceled.
rSetting COLOR SCAN mode
As selecting “COLOR SCAN”, the color
automatically changes.
∗The factory default setting is “COLOR SCAN”.
∗After 3 seconds the color changes to the other.
rSetting USER mode
The factory default setting is “RED 8” (red),
“GREEN 8” (green), “BLUE 8” (blue).
As selecting “USER COLOR 1, 2, 3”, press the
[ROTARY] knob to enter the setting.
1. Press the [x] or [v] to select “RED”,
“GREEN”or “BLUE”.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select from 0
to 8.
3. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob for 2
seconds or longer to store the color in memory
and cancel the setting mode.
Setting the anti-theft function
(CATS)
“CATS” is the acronym of “Clarion Anti-Theft
System”. When you set a PIN code (called as
“Personal Code”), a theft is prevented by
disabling the operation of the unit at the theft.
rSetting your Personal Code
2-1. Select “CODE”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
The set personal code screen appears.
4-1. Press the [DIRECT] buttons [1]-[6] to enter
your desired 4-digit Personal Code.
5-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
(2 sec.) The entered Personal Code will be
set, and it will return to the previous screen.
Note:
rWrite down your Personal Code in case you
forget it.
rErasing the Personal Code
2-1. Select “CODE”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
The ERASE PERSONAL CODE screen
appears.
4-1. Enter the Personal Code currently.
5-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
(2 sec.) or longer.
Enter a Personal Code mode is cancelled.
Setting the button illumination
2-1. Select “COLOR”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
color type.
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Setting the method for title scroll
Set how to scroll in CD-TEXT, MP3/WMA title.
∗The factory default setting is “ON”.
2-1. Select “SCROLL”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON”
or “OFF”.
Turning the screen saver function on
or off
This unit is provided with the screen saver
function which allows you to show various kinds
of patterns and characters in the operation
status indication area of the display in a random
order. You can turn on or off this function. If the
button operation is performed with the screen
saver function on, the operation display
corresponding to the button operation is shown
for about 30 seconds and the display returns to
the screen saver display.
∗The factory default setting is “ON”.
2-1. Select “SCRN SVR”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
setting.
Each time you turn the [ROTARY] knob,
the setting changes in the following order:
“ON”“OFF”
To scroll just 1 time.
∗When you want to see the title again, in the
title mode, press and hold the [DISP] button
(3 sec.) to scroll the title.
Setting the dimmer control
You can set the dimmer control “ON” or “OFF
”.
∗The factory default setting is “ON”.
2-1. Select “DIMMER”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON”
or “OFF”.
Anti-theft indicator
The red Anti-theft indicator is a function for
prevent theft. When the ACC or POWER is off,
this indicator blinks.
∗The factory default setting is “OFF”.
2-1. Select “BLINKLED”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON”
Selecting Rear or Subwoofer
The factory default setting is “REAR”.
2-1. Select “REAR/S-W”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select
“REAR” or “S-WOOFER”.
Performing a reset
This function allows you to perform a system
check from the adjust mode when required.
2-1. Select “RESET ”.
3-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
(1 sec.). “RESET” appears in the display,
then the unit returns to the previous
operation mode.
rON:
To scroll automatically.
rOFF:
AUX function
This system has an external input jack on the
front panel so you can listen to sounds and
music from external devices connected to this
unit.
unit.
Selecting AUX IN sensitivity
Make the following settings to select the
sensitivity when sounds from external devices
connected to this unit are difficult to hear even
after adjusting the volume.
∗The factory default setting is “MID”.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.).
2. Select “AUX SENS”.
3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select
“HIGH”, “MID”or“LOW”.
Note:
rWhen AUX mode is selected, AUX IN sensitivity
can be set.
rWhen the ENTER PERSONAL
CODE screen appears
The ENTER PERSONAL CODE screen will be
displayed when turning the ACC power on after
performing the following operations:
rThe car battery was replaced.
rThe backup power was cut off.
rThe [RESET] button was pressed.
Note:
rIf you have lost your Personal Code, please
contact Clarion customer service.
1. Enter your Personal Code currently set.
2. When the correct Personal Code is entered,
the unit will restart from the initial startup
screen.
Notes:
rWhen you enter a wrong Personal Code, the
message “LOCK - - - -” is displayed and the
Personal Code entry is prohibited for a while.
This prohibited time is changed according to the
number of times of wrong code entry as follows:
r1 to 6 times: 15 seconds
r7 times or more: 15 minutes
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6. ACCESSORIES
USB Operations
USB memory device operation
Note:
rThe following operations are the same as for CD
mode:
∗Pause
∗Track selection
∗Fast-forward/reverse (Except DRM file)
∗List search function
∗Scan play
∗Repeat play
∗Random play
∗Folder selection
See “CD/MP3/WMA Operations” (page 15-17)
for details.
About USB memory
rUSB is an acronym for Universal Serial Bus,
and refers to an external bus standard
supporting data transfer rates of 12 Mbps.
rThis unit is compatible with USB 1.1/2.0 with
maximum data transfer rates of 12 Mbps.
rUSB memory devices that can be played by
connecting to the unit’s USB cable are limited
to those recognized as “USB mass storage
class devices”; operation is not guaranteed
with all USB memory devices.
∗Devices compatible with “USB Mass Storage
Class” can be used merely by connecting to
the host device, without need for special
drivers or application software.
rConsult the manufacturer of your USB
memory device for information regarding
whether it is supported by “USB Mass
Storage Class” standards.
rAudio files playable on this unit are limited to
MP3/WMA files. For details, see the section
“MP3/WMA” (page 15).
rThe Podcast files of iTunes Store that stored
in the USB memory device can not be played.
CAUTION
rInsert and remove a USB memory
device only when the device is not being
accessed. Connecting or disconnecting
the device at the following times may
result in the loss of data:
- If the USB memory device is
removed or power is disconnected
during writing to the device.
- When the device is subjected to static
electricity or electric noise.
rDo not leave a USB memory device
unattended in an automobile. Exposure to
direct sunlight or high temperatures may
cause deformation or other malfunction of
the USB memory device.
rWhen a USB memory device is composed of
two or more drives, only one of the drives will
be detected.
rUSB memory devices with security functions
cannot be played.
rThe order in which tracks are recorded may
differ depending on the USB memory device
connected (the actual playback order may not
be the same as that indicated on your
computer’s display).
rIf you continuously operate folder up/down,
the play time keeps as “00:00”, and the sound
is not emitted.
rTo prevent the accidental loss of data, always
back up important data on your computer.
rThis unit does not support connections to a
computer. In addition, connections made
through a USB hub device are also not
supported.
Besides, the data that edit through some softs
such as the Tag edit soft may not be played.
USB Operations
Connecting a USB memory
device
1. Connect the USB memory device to the
USB cable.
Playback will begin from the first file
recorded on the device.
∗If the device is not recognized, press the
[SOURCE] button to switch the source to the
device.
∗Always insert the device fully into the
connector. Incomplete connections may
cause the device not to be recognized.
∗Depending on the number of tracks recorded,
some amount of time may be required until all
tracks are read into the unit.
∗The order in which tracks are recorded may
differ depending on the device connected (the
actual playback order may not be the same as
that indicated on your computer’s display).
To listen to tracks on a connected
USB memory device
1. Press the [SOURCE] button to switch the
source. When USB memory device is
selected, playback (except DRM files) will
begin from the location at which playback
was previously stopped.
∗When a USB memory device is
connected the USB mode will be
displayed.
∗When a USB memory device is
disconnected and then reconnected, playback
will begin from the beginning of the USB
memory device.
To stop play
1. Press the [SOURCE] button and switch the
function to a source other than the USB
memory.
CAUTION
Do not remove the USB memory device
when the USB mode is selected, since it
may result in loss or damage to data on the
USB memory device.
Always backup and save important data on
your computer.
2. Remove the USB memory device from
the USB cable.
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iPod Operations
Notes:
rSee the iPod Owner’s Manual for details
regarding operation conditions.
rThe unit will not operate, or may operate
improperly with unsupported versions.
rFor a list of compatible Apple iPod unit with the
this model, please contact your Clarion dealer or
www.clarion.com.
r“Made for iPod” means that an electronic
accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPod and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance
standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards.
iPod and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Connecting an iPod
When an iPod is connected to the USB slot,
“Shuffle” set on the iPod will become as follows:
r“Shuffle (Albums)” play Random play
r“Shuffle (Songs)” play All random play
The iPod has two modes, the “Play mode” and
the “iPod menu mode” for selecting tracks.
Switch between these modes by pressing the
[BAND] button for 1 second or longer.
Note:
rTo connect iPod, please use the USB cable
attached in iPod.
Select iPod mode
1. Press the [SOURCE] button.
Playback will begin from the last file that was
played on the iPod.
Notes:
rThe following operations in Play mode operate
thesameasinCDmode:
∗Track selection: [x],[v]
∗Fast-forward/fast-backward: [x],[v]
∗Pause: [ ]
See “CD/MP3/WMA Operations” (page 15-17)
for details.
rAfter a Podcast file has completed playback, the
pause display, or the track-end position Play-
Setting iPod simple mode
Use this function if you wish to operate through
your iPod connected to this unit via the USB cable.
∗The factory default setting is “OFF”.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.).
2. Press [x]or[v] to select “S-CTRL”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
4. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON”
or “OFF”.
rON:
Operations can be made through your iPod.
rOFF:
Operations cannot be made through your
iPod.
5. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob (1 sec.)
to store the setting and return to the
previous mode.
Notes:
rWhen performing iPod operations using simple
control mode, make the operations slowly. If
repetitive operations are performed too quickly,
unforseen errors may occur.
rWhen performing iPod operations using simple
control mode, please do not operate the iPod
and the unit at the same time, otherwise there
may be unexpeted event happened.
rSome iPod models do not support this function.
Consult your nearest Clarion dealer or website to
confirm which models do not support this
function.
Other various play functions
(in Play mode)
Notes:
rThese functions are not supported when in the
iPod menu mode.
rTheRandomfunctionsetontheiPodremainsthe
same after attachment/detachment of the iPod.
rThe Repeat function on the iPod will be changed
when you connect/disconnect the iPod to the
unit.
Repeat play
Play back one track repeatedly.
1. Press the [RPT] button.
Random play
Play all albums within a selected category, in
random order. (Corresponds to “Shuffle
(Albums)” command on iPod.)
1. Press the [RDM] button.
Time display will appear. At that time, select a
music file once again.
iPods can be connected by using the connector
able supplied with the iPod, but in this case,
c
You can
enjoy its audio sound only. To enjoy
displaying movies stored in the iPod with video
u
and connector cable (CCA-723/CCA-748)
nit, it is required to use
separately sold.
the special monitor
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iPod Operations
All random play
Play all tracks within a selected category, in
random order. (Corresponds to “Shuffle
(Songs)” command on iPod.)
1. Press and hold the [RDM] button (1 sec.).
To cancel play
1. Press the same play button once again.
Notes:
rWhen the repeat play mode is canceled, after
play all tracks within a selected category,
playback will begin from the first track in the
selected category.
rWhen playing the last track within a selected
category in Random mode, if ACC is switched off
then on again, playback will begin from a
different track.
rThough the default setting of an iPod is “All
Repeat”, the indication on the mode status is not
displayed.
rWhen performing operations using simple control
mode, do not set the repeat off on the iPod.
Selecting category from the iPod
menu
1. Press and hold the [BAND] button to select
the iPod menu mode.
The iPod menu categories will be displayed.
Notes:
rRepeat and Random mode operations are not
supported when in the iPod menu mode.
rIn iPod menu mode, if you press the [x]/[v]
button fast, playback may not be performed.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to switch between
categories.
The iPod menu categories alternate in the
following order:
“PLAYLISTS”“ARTISTS”
“ALBUMS” “SONGS” “GENRES”
“COMPOSERS”...
Note:
The iPod menu mode can be canceled by
performing one of the following operations:
rPress the [BAND] button.
rWhen the category select screen is displayed,
press the [v]button.
3. Press the [v] button to select the category.
4. When the track name display is showing,
press the [v] button.
Playback will begin from the first track in the
selected category, and the iPod menu mode
will be canceled.
the category.
In this case, use the [ ] and [ ]
buttons to switch between subfolders, then
v]
use the [ button to select the desired
subfolder.
∗When the track name display is showing,
pressing the [x]buttonwillreturntothe
currently playing folder name display.
5. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
track within a category.
iPod menu alphabet search
This function searches the subfolders for
desired alphabetical letters.
1. Press the [BND] button to select the iPod
menu mode.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to switch
between categories.
3. Press the [v] button.
∗Subfolders may be displayed, depending on
the category.
In this case, you can use the
[
]or
[
]
button to switch between subfolders and use the
[
v
]
button to enter the next subfolder layer.
4. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.).
5. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
desired letter to search.
6. Press the [DISP] button to perform search.
rDuring search, press the [DISP]button to
cancel search.
Selecting category using preset
memory
1. Press and hold the [BAND] button (1 sec.) to
select the iPod menu mode.
The category can be set as follows in the
[DIRECT] (1-6) buttons.
[1] : PLAYLISTS
[2] : ARTISTS
[3] : ALBUMS
[4] : SONGS
[5] : GENRES
[6] : COMPOSERS
2. Press the desired [DIRECT] (1-6) button to
select the category.
∗Subfolders may be displayed, depending on
the category.
3. When the track name display is showing,
press the [v] button.
F-UP F-DN
F-UP F-DN
In this case, use the [ ] and [ ]
buttons to switch between subfolders, then
v]
use the [ button to select the desired
subfolder.
F-UP F-DN
∗Subfolders may be displayed, depending on
iPod Operations
Playback will begin from the first track in the
selected category, and the iPod menu mode
will be canceled.
∗Use the [ ] knob to select a track
within a category.
iPod menu list back
In the iPod menu operation mode:
∗If press the [BAND] button, it will return to the
previous subfolder list mode.
∗If press and hold the [BAND] button (1 sec.), it
will return to the category list mode.
About title display
This unit supports the display of title
information transmitted from a connected iPod.
rCharacter code information is UTF-8;
displayable characters include English
alphanumerics, some symbols, and some
umlaut characters.
rUnsupported characters will be replaced
by asterisks (*).
ROTARY
2. Press [x]or[v] to select “
iPod Menu Operation
You can specify the tracks to play by narrowing
the following categories:
1. Press and hold the [BAND] button.
sIf press the [BAND] button, it will return to
the previous menu.
2. Turn the [ROTARY ] knob to select “Music”
or “Video”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
4. Turn the [ROTARY ] knob to select a
category.
In the Music mode
[Playlists]:
The list of all the Playlists stored in the iPod is
displayed.
[Artists]:
You can narrow the Albums to be listed by
specifying the Artist name.
[Albums]:
The list of all the Albums stored in the iPod is
displayed.
[Songs]:
The list of all the Tracks stored in the iPod is
displayed.
Setting iPod Output Format
The iPod output format can be changed.
*
The factory default setting is “
Digital
”.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
iPod
Output Format”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob to change the
setting: “Digital” or “Analog”.
sDigital: The iPod will be played normaly.
sAnalog: When the iPod is connected with
the iPod cable (incuded in the iPod), it will
be played soundlessly.
Note:
rAfter the setting, please disconnect and then
connect the iPod again to make the setting
become effective.
rSomeiPodvideomodelsdonotsupportthis
function. Consult your nearest Clarion dealer or
website to confirm which models do not support
this function.
[Composers]:
You can narrow the Albums to be listed by
specifying the Composer name.
In the Video mode
sDisplayed items may be changed depending
on the firmware version of the iPod.
[Video Playlists]:
The list of all the Video Playlists stored in the iPod
is displayed.
[Movies]:
The list of all the Movies stored in the iPod is
displayed.
[Music Videos]:
You can narrow the Albums to be listed by
specifying the Artist name.
[TV Shows]:
You can narrow the Seasons to be listed by
specifying the Program title.
[Video Podcasts]:
You can narrow the Tracks to be listed by
specifying the Video Podcast name.
[Rentals]:
The list of all the rental Movies stored in the iPod
is displayed.
[Genres]:
You can narrow the Artists to be listed by
specifying the Genre name.
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Measure
General
Power does not
turn on.
(No sound is
produced.)
Fuse is blown. Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse
blows again, consult your store of purchase.
Incorrect wiring. Consult your store of purchase.
No sound output
when operating
the unit with
amplifiers or
power antenna
attached.
Power antenna lead is
shorted to ground or
excessive current is required
for remote-on the amplifiers
or power antenna.
1. Turn the unit off.
2. Remove all wires attached to the power antenna
lead. Check each wire for a possible short to
ground using an ohm meter.
3. Turn the unit back on.
4. Reconnect each amplifier remote wire to the power
antenna lead one by one. If the amplifiers turn off
before all wires are attached, use an external relay
to provide remote-on voltage (excessive current
required).
Nothing happens
when buttons are
pressed.
Display is not
accurate.
The microprocessor has
malfunctioned due to noise,
etc.
Press the reset button for about
2 seconds with a thin rod.
If the RESET button is
pressed when a disc is
loaded, please eject the disc
and load it once again before
attempting to play it.
DCP or main unit connectors
are dirty.
Wipe the dirt off with a soft cloth moistened with
cleaning alcohol.
No sound heard The speaker protection circuit
is operating.
1. Turn down sound volume. Function can also be
restored by turning the power off and on again.
(Speaker volume is reduced automatically when
the speaker protection circuit operates).
2. If the sound is muted again, consult our service
department.
Reset
button
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CD/MP3/WMA
No sound heard MP3/WMA files are
absent in a disc.
Write MP3/WMA files onto the disc properly.
Files are not recognized as
an MP3/WMA file.
Use MP3/WMA files encoded properly.
File system is not correct. Use ISO9660 level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo or
APPLE ISO file system.
Sound skips or is
noisy.
Compact disc is dirty. Clean the compact disc with a soft cloth.
Compact disc is heavily
scratched or warped.
Replace with a compact disc with no scratches.
Soundiscutor
skipped.
Noise is
generated or
noise is mixed
with sound.
MP3/WMA files are not
encoded properly.
Use MP3/WMA files encoded properly.
Soundisbad
directly after
power is turned
on.
Water droplets may form on
the internal lens when the car
is parked in a humid place.
Let dry for about 1 hour with the power on.
Wrong filename File system is not correct. Use ISO9660 level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo or
APPLE ISO file system.
USB/iPod
Nosoundheard ThedevicecontainsnoMP3/
WMA files.
Record MP3/WMA files properly to the device.
The files are not proper MP3/
WMA format.
Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA files.
Connectors are loose. Disconnect the device and reconnect securely.
Some USB portable music
players may consume current
that exceeds the USB rating.
In this case, this unit’s
overcurrent protection circuit
operates to stop the music
playback.
Check operation of portable music player.
Sound is
interrupted or has
noise.
The MP3/WMA files are
improperly encoded.
Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA files.
The device isn’t
recognized.
The device is damaged. Disconnect the device and reconnect. If the device is
still not recognized, try replacing with a different
device.
Connectors are loose.
According to the state of
operation on the device, the
communication fault is
caused.
Disconnect the device and reconnect.
Can’t insert the
device.
The device has been inserted
improperly.
Try reversing the connection direction of the device
(usually the brand name surface should be facing
left).
The connector is broken. Replace with a new device.
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8. ERROR DISPLAYS
If an error occurs, one of the following displays is displayed.
Take the measures described below to eliminate the problem.
If an error display other than the ones described above appears, press the reset button. If the problem
persists, turn off the power and consult your store of purchase.
Error Display Cause Measure
CD/MP3/WMA
ERROR 2 ACDiscaughtinsidetheCD
deck and is not ejected.
This is a failure of CD deck’s mechanism and consult
your store of purchase.
ERROR 3 ACDcannotbeplayeddue
to scratches, etc.
Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped-disc.
ERROR 6 A CD is loaded upside-down
inside the CD deck and does
not play.
Eject the disc then reload it properly.
u
Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA files.
Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA files.
vices and reconnect. If the devices
are still not recognized, try replacing with a different
devices.
USB/iPod
ERROR 2 The files are not proper MP3/
WMA format.
ERROR 3
(USB mode)
The MP3/WMA files are
improperly encoded.
CUR ERR Overcurrent detection. Disconnect the de
HUB ERR Do not s pport the HUB
devices.
Do not use the HUB devices.
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9. SPECIFICATIONS
FM Tuner
Frequency Range: 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz
Usable Sensitivity: 11 dBµV
50dB Quieting Sensitivity: 17 dBµV
Alternate Channel Selectivity: 60 dB
Stereo Separation (1 kHz): 30 dB
Frequency Response (±3 dB): 30 Hz to 15 kHz
AM Tuner
Frequency Range: 530 kHz to 1710 kHz
Usable Sensitivity: 28 dBµV
CD Player
System: Compact disc digital audio system
Usable Discs: Compact disc
Frequency Response (±1 dB): 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Dynamic Range (1 kHz): 80 dB
Harmonic Distortion: 0.03%
Bluetooth
General
Accessories
Power Supply Voltage:
14.4 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V allowable), negative
ground
Current Consumption: Less than 15 A
Speaker Impedance: 4 Ω(4 Ω to 8 Ω allowable)
Auto Antenna Rated Current: 500 mA or less
Weight / Source unit: 3.50 lb. (1.59 kg)
Weight / Remote control unit:
1.41 oz. (40 g) (including battery)
Dimensions / Source unit:
7" (Width) 4" (Height) 6-1/8" (Depth)
[178 (W) 100 (H) 155 (D) mm]
Dimensions / Remote control
Warranty card
Installation
Owner’s manual
Remote control
Battery
Extension lead
Screw
Machine screw
unit:
1-3/4" (Width) 4-5/16" (Height) 7/16"
(Depth)
[44 (W) 113 (H) 11 (D) mm]
Note:
rSpecifications and design are subject to change without notice for further improvement.
Power Output :
22 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4
and 1 % THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio:
90 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 )
Audio
Maximum Power Output: 200 W (50 W 4 ch)
Bass Control Action (100 Hz): +14 dB, –14 dB
Treble Control Action (10 kHz): +14 dB, –14 dB
Line Output Level (CD 1 kHz): 2 V
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
8
Specification: Bluetooth Ver. 2.0 + EDR
Profile:
HFP (Hands-Free Profile)
HSP (Headset Profile)
OPP (Object Push Profile) Phone Book
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
AT Command
Send/Receive Sensitivity: Class 2
Clarion Co., Ltd.
All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2008: Clarion Co., Ltd.
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2010/08
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