Owner’s manual
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones
CX201
2-DIN CD/USB/MP3/WMA RECEIVER
LECTEUR CD/USB/MP3/WMA 2-DIN
RECEPTOR 2-DIN CD/USB/MP3/WMA
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 ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Names of the Buttons and Their Main Functions ............................................................................. 6
4. REMOTE CONTROL ....................................................................................................................... 7
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons....................................................................................... 7
Inserting the Battery ......................................................................................................................... 8
5. OPERATIONS.................................................................................................................................. 9
Basic Operations.............................................................................................................................. 9
Radio Operations ........................................................................................................................... 12
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Operations................................................................................................. 13
HD Radio Operations ..................................................................................................................... 16
iTunes Tagging............................................................................................................................... 17
CD/MP3/WMA Operations ............................................................................................................. 18
Operations Common to Each Mode............................................................................................... 21
6. ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................. 24
USB Operations ............................................................................................................................. 24
iPod/iPhone Operations ................................................................................................................. 26
7. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................... 29
8. ERROR DISPLAYS ....................................................................................................................... 31
9. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 32
1. FEATURES
®
®
• Compatible with iPod /iPhone via USB
• 2V/4ch RCA Output with HPF/LPF and BEAT-EQ with 3 Band Parametric Equalizer
• HD Radio Ready™ and Sirius Radio Direct Connect Ready
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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.
CAUTION
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS, OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN, MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
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.
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.
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.
INFORMATION FOR USERS:
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE
MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY AND WILL VIOLATE FCC
APPROVAL.
Bottom View of Source Unit
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Handling Compact Discs
• Compared 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.
• Never stick labels on the surface of the
compact disc or mark the surface with a
pencil or pen.
Display Screen
In extremely 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.
About the registered marks, etc.
• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean
that an electronic accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to iPod, or
iPhone, respectively, 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.
Please note that the use of this accessory
with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless
performance.
iPhone, iPod and iTunes are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• HD Radio™, HD Radio Ready™ and the HD
Radio Ready logo are proprietary trademarks
of iBiquity Digital Corporation.
This HD Radio Ready receiver is ready to
receive HD Radio broadcasts when
connected to the THD300 or THD301, sold
separately.
• SIRIUS, the SIRIUS Dog logo and related
marks are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio,
Inc.
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3. CONTROLS
Names of the Buttons and Their Main Functions
[CD SLOT]
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[
]
[DIRECT]
[SCN]
[DIRECT]
[F-UP]
[F-DN]
[RPT]
[RDM]
[IR
RECEIVER]
[SOURCE]
[BAND]
[x]
[v]
[RESET]
[AUX]
[
]
[ROTARY ]
[SOUND]
[USB]
[DISP]
[ISR]
[DIRECT] buttons
[SOUND] button
• Press to switch to the sound adjust mode.
•
Store radio stations in memory or recall it
directly while in radio mode.
[DISP] button
• Switch display mode.
[SCN] button
• Perform scan play for 10 seconds of each
track while in CD/MP3/WMA/USB mode.
[ROTARY] knob
• Rotate to adjust the volume.
• Rotate to select the desired item.
• Press to ensure the selected item.
[RPT] button
• Perform repeat play while in CD/MP3/WMA/
USB/iPod mode.
[ISR] button
• Recall ISR radio station in memory.
• Press and hold the button (2 sec.) to store
current station into ISR memory (radio mode
only).
[RDM] button
• Perform random play while in CD/MP3/WMA/
USB/iPod mode.
[IR RECEIVER]
• Receiver for remote control unit.
(Operating range: 30° in all directions)
[AUX], [USB] input jack
• Input jack for connecting external device.
[SOURCE] button
• Turn the power on/off.
[BAND] button
• Change bands.
• Press to switch the source.
[F-UP], [F-DN] buttons
• Select folders while in MP3/WMA/USB mode.
[x], [v] buttons
• Commence fast-forward or fast-reverse mode.
[Q] (EJECT) button
• Press to seek up/down.
• Eject a disc when it is loaded into the unit.
[
•
•
] button
[CD SLOT]
• CD insertion slot.
Perform preset scan while in the radio mode.
Play or pause a track while in CD/MP3/WMA/
USB/iPod mode.
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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.
● Radio/SIRIUS Satellite/HD Radio
Signal transmitter
modes
[BND] button
• Switches reception band.
[x], [v] buttons
[
]
[
]
SRC
BND
• Moves preset channels up and down.
[SCN] button
• Press to perform preset scan.
• Press and hold the button (2 sec.) to perform
auto store.
[
]
]
[
]
MUTE
DISP
• In the SIRIUS Satellite/HD Radio mode, press
once to perform category scan; hold
depressed (1 sec.) to perform preset scan.
[
ISR
[
[
]
RDM
]
RPT
[
]
SCN
● CD/MP3/WMA and USB modes
[x], [v] buttons
• Press to select tracks.
• Press and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform
fast-forward/fast-reverse (Except DRM file).
● Shared modes
[SRC] button
• Press the button to turn on the power.
Press and hold the button (1 sec.) to turn off
[
] button
• Switches between playback and pause.
[SCN] button
• Press to perform scan play.
the power.
• Use to alternate operation mode among the
various modes.
•
When in MP3/WMA and USB modes, press
and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform folder
scan play.
[w], [z] buttons
• Increases and decreases volume.
[MUTE] button
[RPT] button
• Press to perform repeat play.
• Turns mute function on and off.
[ISR] button
• Recalls ISR radio station stored in memory.
•
When in MP3/WMA and USB modes, press
and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform folder
repeat play.
• Press and hold the button (2 sec.) to store
current station in ISR memory (radio mode
only).
[DISP] button
• Press to select the desired display.
[RDM] button
• Press to perform random play.
•
When in MP3/WMA and USB modes, press
and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform folder
random play.
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Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons
[RPT] button
• Press to perform repeat play.
[RDM] button
• Press to perform random play.
● iPod mode
[x], [v] buttons
• Press to move the tracks up and down.
• Press and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform
• Press and hold the button (1 sec.) to perform
all random play.
fast-forward/fast-reverse.
[
] button
• Switches between playback and pause.
Inserting the Battery
Notes:
1 Turn over the remote control unit and slide
the cover in the direction indicated by the
arrow in the illustration.
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:
2 Insert the battery (CR2025) into the insertion
guides, with the printed side (+) facing
upwards.
• Use only the designated battery.
• When replacing the battery, insert properly, with
+/– polarities oriented correctly.
• Do not subject battery to heat, or dispose of in
fire or water. Do not attempt to disassemble the
battery.
3 Press the battery in the direction indicated by
the arrow so that it slides into the
compartment.
4 Replace the cover and slide in until it clicks
into place.
• Dispose of used batteries properly.
Insertion guide
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5. OPERATIONS
Note:
• Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of chapter “3. CONTROLS” on page 6.
Basic Operations
Sound Adjustment
CAUTION
You can adjust a sound effect or tone quality to
Be sure to lower the volume before
your preference.
switching off the unit power or the ignition
key. The unit remembers its last volume
setting.
To change sound setting
1. Press the [SOUND] button to switch to the
sound adjustment selection display.
Turning on/off the power
1. Press the [SOURCE] button to turn on the
∗ The factory default sound setting is
“BEAT EQ”.
power.
2. Then press the [x] or [v] button to
2. Press and hold the [SOURCE] button
select the sound adjustment mode.
(1 sec.) to turn off the power for the unit.
Each time you press the [x] or [v]
button, the sound adjustment mode
Selecting a mode
changes as following order:
1. Press the [SOURCE] button to change the
“BEAT EQ” ↔ “M-B EX” ↔ “BALANCE” ↔
“FADER” ↔ “LPF” ↔ “S-W VOL” ↔
“PHASE” ↔ “HPF”
∗ In the case of display blinking “ENT”, you
can press the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the
setting value.
operation mode.
2. Each time you press the [SOURCE] button,
the operation mode changes in the following
order:
Tuner (HD Radio) ➜ (SIRIUS Satellite radio)
➜ CD/MP3 ➜ USB/iPod ➜ AUX ➜
Tuner (HD Radio)...
3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the
selected sound mode.
4. After completing settings, press the
[SOUND] button to return to the previous
mode.
∗ iPod can connect to this unit via USB cable.
∗ iPhone can also be connected to this system
and “iPod” appearing in this manual should be
referred to as “iPod/iPhone”.
●Setting the BEAT EQ
This unit is provided with 4 types of sound tone
effects stored in memory.
Adjusting the volume
1. Turning the [ROTARY] knob clockwise
increases the volume; turning it
Select the one you prefer.
∗ The factory default setting is “OFF”.
2-1. Select “BEAT EQ”.
counterclockwise decreases the volume.
∗ The volume level is from 0 (minimum) to 33
(maximum).
Switching the display
Press the [DISP] button to select the desired
display.
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Basic Operations
3-1. Each time you turn the [ROTARY] knob,
the tone effect changes in the following
order:
BASS<F>:The factory default setting is “50”.
(Adjustment range: 50/100/200)
BASS<Q>:The factory default setting is “1”.
“CUSTOM” ↔ “EXCITE” ↔ “IMPACT” ↔
“B-BOOST” ↔ “OFF”
(Adjustment range: 0.7/1/1.4/2)
MID<G> : The factory default setting is “0”.
(Adjustment range: +7 to -7)
CUSTOM : user custom
EXCITE : bass and treble emphasized
MID<F>
:
The factory default setting is “500”.
mid emphasized
(Adjustment range: 500/1K/2K)
IMPACT : bass and treble emphasized
MID<Q> : The factory default setting is “1”
(Adjustment range: 0.7/1/1.4/2)
TREBLE<G> The factory default setting is
(Adjustment range: +7 to -7)
TREBLE<F>:The factory default setting is
10K”.
(Adjustment range: 5K/10K/15K)
The factory default setting is
.
B-BOOST : bass emphasized
:
“0
”
.
OFF
: no sound effect
When “CUSTOM” is set:
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
“
3-2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select the
“BASS”, “MID” or “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
TREBLE<Q>
:
“1”
.
(Adjustment range: 0.7/1/1.4/2)
3-4. Press the [ROTARY] knob to return to the
previous mode.
●Setting the MAGNA BASS EXTEND
characteristics become flat and switch to
the “CUSTOM” mode.
The MAGNA BASS EXTEND does not adjust
the low frequencies like the normal sound
adjustment function, but emphasizes the deep
When “EXCITE/IMPACT/B-BOOST” is set:
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the
bass frequencies to provide you with a dynamic
sound.
∗ The factory default setting is “OFF” (off).
setting in the range of -3 to +3.
2-1. Select “M-B EX”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON” or
∗ The factory default setting is “0”.
3-3. Press the [ROTARY] knob to return to the
“OFF”.
previous mode.
●Adjusting the balance
2-1. Select “BALANCE”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the
balance of the right and left speakers.
●Adjusting the BASS/MID/TREBLE
This adjustment can be performed only when
the BEAT EQ is set to “CUSTOM”.
Note:
∗ The factory default setting is “CENTER”
(center). (Adjustment range: RIGHT12 to
LEFT12 (right 12 to left 12))
• While connected with the external amplifiers,
please do not set the “BASS/MID/TREBLE” in
the maximum level. Otherwise the speakers may
be damaged.
●Adjusting the fader
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
3-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select as
following order:
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))
“BASS<G>” ↔ “BASS<F>” ↔
“BASS<Q>” ↔ “MID<G>” ↔ “MID<F>” ↔
“MID<Q>” ↔ “TREBLE<G>” ↔
“TREBLE<F>” ↔ “TREBLE<Q>”
●Setting the subwoofer
You can set the low pass filter of subwoofer.
∗ The factory default setting is “BASS<G>”.
3-3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
This adjustment can be performed only when
the “REAR/S-W” is set to “S-WOOFER”.
setting.
BASS<G>:The factory default setting is “0”.
2-1. Select “LPF”.
(Adjustment range: +7 to –7)
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3-1. Each time you turn the [ROTARY] knob to
select the setting, the setting changes in
the 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”.
2-1. Select “S-W VOL”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to increase or
decrease the subwoofer volume.
∗ The factory default setting is “0”.
(Adjustment range: +6 to –6)
●Setting the phase
This set can be performed only when the
“REAR/S-W” is set to “S-WOOFER”.
2-1. Select “PHASE”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select as
following order:
“NORMAL” ↔ “REVERSE”
∗ The factory default setting is “NORMAL”.
●Adjusting the high pass filter
2-1. Select “HPF”.
3-1. Each time you turn the [ROTARY] knob to
select the setting, the setting changes in
the following order:
“THROUGH” ↔ “60” ↔ “90” ↔ “120”
∗ The factory default setting is “THROUGH”
(through).
Note:
• During SOUND adjustment mode, if no operation
is performed for more than 10 seconds, this
mode can be cancelled and return to previous
mode.
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Radio Operations
Listening to the radio
1. Press the [SOURCE] button and select the
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.
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:
1. Press the [BAND] button and select the
desired band (FM or AM).
FM1 ➜ FM2 ➜ FM3 ➜ AM ➜ FM1...
2. Press and hold the [ ] button for 2 seconds
or longer. The stations with good reception
are stored automatically to the preset
channels.
Tuning
There are 2 types of tuning mode available, auto
tuning and step tuning.
∗ 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.
● Auto tuning
Press and hold the [x] or [v] button (1 sec.)
to automatically seek a station.
● Step tuning
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.
Press the [x] or [v] button to manually tune
in a station.
Recalling a preset station
1. Press the [ ] button.
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.
2. When a desired station is tuned in, press the
[
] button again to continue receiving that
station.
Note:
• Be careful not to press and hold the [
] button
(2 sec.), otherwise the auto store function is
engaged and the unit starts storing stations.
Manual memory
1. Select the desired station with seek tuning or
Instant station recall (ISR)
manual tuning.
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.
2. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons
(2 sec.) to store the current station into
preset memory.
● 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.
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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Operations
This function is available when this unit is
Channel input directly
This function allows you to input the channel No.
directly.
connected to the SCC1, SiriusConnect Vehicle
Tuner, (sold separately) with the SIRIUS SSP
cable.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
Selecting a Satellite Radio mode
1. Press the [SOURCE] button.
“DIRECT”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
The system changes to the specified
Satellite Radio mode.
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:
• If no operation is performed within 10 seconds, it
will return to the previous mode.
• If you select the Parental Locked channel, the
“CH LCKED” will appear in the display for 2 sec.
Then it will remind you to enter the password (For
details, see the chapter “Parental Lock
function” (page 14)).
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.
• When the tuner is not being connected: “NO
TUNER”.
Channel selection
∗ In this time, please turn off the power and
connect the tuner to this unit.
1. Channels are selected with the [x] or
• When the antenna is not being received:
“ANTENNA ERROR”.
• When no signal is received: “NO SIG”.
[v] button.
∗ For details, see the following operation
descriptions.
• When the contract of the channel is being
Notes:
updated: “SUB UPDT”.
• When the channel map is being updated:
“UPDATING”.
• The audio output is muted and other button
operations are not accepted during channel
selection.
• The Parental Locked, unsubscribed and invalid
channels will be skipped and can not be tuned.
• A channel without a broadcast has been
selected: “INVALID CH”.
• A channel not covered by your contract:
“UNSUB CH” (alternated)
• When simulate firmware update: “F/W
UPDATE”.
Recalling a preset station
A total of 18 satellite radio stations can be
stored.
6-SR1, 6-SR2 and 6-SR3
Confirming your SIRIUS ID
1. Switch to channel 0.
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.
∗ For details, see the following operation
descriptions.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
desired preset station.
2. The SIRIUS ID appears in the display.
Displaying channel labels
1. Press the [DISP] button to select the desired
Preset memory
1. Press the [BAND] button to select the
desired band.
2. Select the desired channel.
channel label.
Channel ➜ Category ➜ Title (Artist) ➜
Composer ➜ Channel...
3. Press and hold the [DIRECT] button (2 sec.)
to store the current channel into preset
memory.
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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Operations
Receiving stations selected by
category
Scan function
There are two scan modes: the category scan
mode and the preset scan mode.
Satellite Radio allows you to select broadcast
During scanning channels are displayed in
abbreviated form, the display mode cannot be
switched.
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.
● Preset scan (PRESET SCN)
A preset scan scans the channels (up to 18
channels) stored in the preset memory about
every 10 seconds.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to change the
category item.
3. Press the [x] or [v] button to tune in a
∗ This function is available in the channel selection
mode.
Press the [ ] button. And start the preset
station.
∗ If press and hold the [x] or [v] button, it
will quick tune a channel in the current
category.
∗ If turn the [ROTARY] knob, it will tune the first
channel in the next or last category.
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.
Notes:
• When the category selection mode is entered,
the category of the last received channel is
displayed first.
• If no operation is performed within 10 seconds,
the category selection mode is canceled, and
resumes to the channel mode.
∗ This function is available in the category selection
mode.
Press the [ ] button. And start the category
scanning.
Note:
• Category scanning is not available when no
category is defined for the current channel.
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.
Parental Lock function
This function allows you to set a listening
limitation level.
This setting is possible only when a password is
entered.
1. Press and hold the [BAND] button (1 sec.) to
enter the category mode.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
category.
● Setting the Password
∗ The factory default setting is “0000”.
3. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons
for 2 seconds or longer to store the current
category into preset memory.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
“PARENTAL PASSWORD”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
Notes:
• When 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.
4. Input the old password.
4-1. Press the [x] or [v] button to move
the cursor.
4-2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a
• A channel stored in memory may be
discontinued at the option of the broadcasting
channel.
number.
4-3. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob.
5. Input a new password.
• If no operation is performed for more than 1
second, category seek tuning can automatically
tune in a receivable broadcast channel category.
Repeat step 4-1 to 4-3.
6. Input the new password again.
Repeat step 4-1 to 4-3.
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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Operations
Note:
Unskip all channel function
This function allows you to unskip the skipped
channel.
• If 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”.
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
“UNSKIP ALL CH”.
∗ Input the old password with “4356”, and then
operate step 5-6.
3. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob.
● 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 inputting
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.
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HD Radio Operations
About HD Radio™ Technology
Recalling a preset station
Up to six stations on each band can be stored.
This allows you to store your favorite HD Radio
stations in memory for later recall.
HD Radio Technology allows CD-quality digital
broadcasting of your local AM and FM radio
stations. HD Radio broadcasts can include
multiple channels on the same frequency, which
is called multicasting. With multicasting, you can
receive up to eight additional multicast
channels: HD1-HD8. With an HD Radio tuner
connected, you will receive HD Radio digital
broadcasts automatically when tuned to a
station that offers HD Radio Technology.
1. Press the [BAND] button to select the
desired band.
2. Press the [DIRECT] buttons to select the
desired preset station.
Note:
• Multicast stations can be stored as presets, but
the unit must be in Digital or Auto reception mode
to receive them.
Note:
• Not all FM or AM stations offer HD Radio
(digital) broadcasting. You can receive both
analog and digital stations with the unit.
• The following operations are the same as for CD
mode:
∗ Seek tuning
∗ Manual memory
∗ Auto store
∗ Preset scan
∗ Instant station recall (ISR)
See “Radio Operations” (page 12) for details.
Selecting a HD Radio mode
1. Press the [SOURCE] button.
The system will switch to the RADIO source,
when a THD300 or THD301 is connected.
When the present channel is HD Radio
digital broadcasts the HD icon will light.
HD Radio multicast channels
To tune to an HD Radio multicast channel, tune
to the main signal.
1. Press and hold the [BAND] button (1 sec.).
PTY is displayed.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select PTY or
SUB CH.
∗ PTY: Program type
∗ SUB CH: Sub channel
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
Note:
• Multi channel is available when a digital signal is
detected, the DIGITAL icon will light. If the digital
signal becomes unavailable, the unit will revert to
Analog reception.
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iTunes Tagging
®
Notes:
The CX201 offers iTunes Tagging, which
• Proper tagging depends on good radio
reception. If the reception is poor, tagging will be
affected.
• Tags saved to your iPod can be managed using
the iTunes software, available at
allows the user to “Tag” songs playing on HD
Radio™ stations for purchase later through
iTunes. When you press and hold the [SOUND]
button (2 sec.), the unit stores the title and artist
song information that can then be transferred to
your iPod when connected to the unit. A list
titled “Tagged” will appear in iTunes, allowing
you the option to purchase your tagged songs.
Downloading tags to your iPod
Note:
Plug an iPod into the unit to download tags to
your iPod. All existing tags are automatically
transferred to the iPod and deleted from the
head unit’s memory. If an iPod is connected and
a song is tagged, the Tag will be immediately
transferred to the iPod.
• “iTunes Tagging” function works by connecting
THD300/THD301(sold separately).
iPod compatibility
For detailed information on the playable iPod
Note:
• When transferring Tags to an iPod, the unit must
remain in Radio mode. To purchase tagged
songs, you must sync your iPod to iTunes and
then click the “Tagged” list on the left side of the
iTunes software screen. Click the “view” button
for purchasing information.
Note:
• This system will not operate or may operate
improperly with unsupported versions.
Tagging music
Tune to an HD Radio to begin tagging music.
When a digital station is being received, the
DIGITAL icon at the display will be illuminated.
TAG icon lights up when Tagging function is
ready.
Notes:
• How to enter the iTunes tagging function?
“TAG” and “DIGITAL” light up when Tagging
function is ready, Press and hold the [SOUND]
button (2 sec.) to start iTunes Tagging.
1. Press and hold the [SOUND] button (2 sec.).
• What is seen on the radio’s display to let me
know I have tagged the tune?
Press the [SOUND] button to show
“STORE##64”. After connect to an iPod, the
display shows “SENDING 01”.
If no connection with iPod, the display will show
“STORE##64”. You could save 64 Tag into
E2PROM in total. When you connect to an iPod,
tag information will be saved in the iPod, and the
data in E2PROM will be cleared.
“STORE##/64” will appear in the display. The
song information is saved to the unit memory
until an iPod is connected. You can tag up to 64
songs before the tags must be transferred to an
iPod or deleted. When the Tag memory reaches
capacity (64 tags), the bottom of the screen
displays “MEMO FULL”. The TAG Messages
are as follows:
Tag Message
Reason
• Then how do I get tagged tune from my iPod to
the computer?
If you have installed iTunes, connect your iPod to
your computer and buy songs online.
If the Tags data is ready, and
the [SOUND] button is
pressed and held (2 sec.).
STORE ##/64
SENDING ##
MEMO FULL
DEFFICIENT
IPOD FULL
Tags data is sending to iPod.
Tag storage is full.
Tag data is not available.
iPod memory is full.
The THD300/THD301 has the
Tagging information, but the
connected iPod don’t support
the Tagging function.
NOT SUPPORT
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CD/MP3/WMA Operations
● Logical format (File system)
MP3/WMA
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.
This unit can play back MP3/WMA files.
Note:
• If 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)
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).
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.
3. Do not affix a name to a file inside a folder
having the same name.
● Number of files or folders
1. Up to 256 files can be recognized per folder.
Up to 999 files can be played.
Personally constructed WMA files are used
at your own responsibility.
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.)
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
3. Some noise may occur depending on the
type of encoder software used while
recording.
2. WMA: Bit rate 5 kbps-320 kbps
● File extensions
1. Always add a file extension “.MP3” or
“.WMA” to MP3 or WMA 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.
2. Files without MP3/WMA data will not play.
Instead, “- - : - -” will appear in the play time
display.
∗ When MP3/WMA files are played, a little no
sound part is caused between tunes.
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CD/MP3/WMA Operations
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.
• If the CD is not inserted easily, there may be
another CD in the mechanism or the unit may
require service.
• Discs not bearing the
or
mark and
CD-ROMs cannot be played by this unit.
• Some CDs recorded in CD-R/CD-RW mode may
not be usable.
CAUTION
• Do not try to put your hand or fingers in
the disc insertion slot. Also never insert
foreign objects into the slot.
Pausing play
1. Press the [ ] button to pause play.
“PAUSE” appears in the display.
2. To resume CD play, press the [ ] button
• Do not insert discs where adhesive comes
out from cellophane tape or a rental CD
label, or discs with marks where
again.
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.
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.
Backup Eject function
● CD-TEXT disc
Track ➜ Disc/Artist ➜ Clock ➜ Track ...
Just pressing the [Q] button, ejects the disc
even if the power to the unit was not turned on.
● MP3/WMA disc
Track ➜ Folder ➜ Title/Album ➜ Artist ➜
Clock ➜ Track ...
Press the [EJECT] button. Remove the disc
after it is ejected.
Notes:
Notes:
• If a CD (12 cm) is left in the ejected position for
15 seconds, the CD is automatically reloaded
(Auto reload).
• If the CD playing is not a CD-text CD or no user
title has been input, “NO TITLE” appears in the
display.
• If MP3/WMA disc is not input TAG, “NO TITLE”
appears in the display.
• If you force a CD into before auto reloading, this
can damage the CD.
• For MP3, supports ID3 Tags V2.3 / 2.2 / 1.1 / 1.0.
• Tag displays give priority to V2.3 / 2.2.
• In the case of album Tags for WMA, the
information written into the extension header is
displayed.
Listening to a disc already loaded in
the unit
Press the [SOURCE] button to select the CD/
MP3/WMA mode.
• Only ASCII characters can be displayed in Tags.
When the unit enters the CD/MP3/WMA mode,
play starts automatically.
Selecting a track
If there is no disc loaded, the indication “NO
DISC” appears in the title display.
● Track-up
1. Press the [v] button to move ahead to the
beginning of the next track.
Loading a CD
2. Each time you press the [v] button, the
track advances ahead to the beginning of the
next track.
Insert a CD into the center of the CD SLOT with
the labeled side facing up. “LOADING” appears
in the display, the CD enters into the slot, and
the play starts.
● Track-down
1. Press the [x] button to move back to the
Notes:
beginning of the current track.
• Never insert foreign objects into the CD SLOT.
2. Press the [x] button twice to move back to
the beginning of the previous track.
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CD/MP3/WMA Operations
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 a margin of error.
●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.) to
perform 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
Folder Select
This function allows you to select a folder
containing MP3/WMA files and start playing
from the first track in the folder.
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 the [F-UP] or [F-DN] button.
Press the [F-UP] button to move the next
folder. Press the [F-DN] button to move the
previous folder.
1. Press and hold the [RDM] button (1 sec.) to
perform folder random play.
2. To select a track, press the [x] or [v]
●To cancel play
1. Press the operating button previously
selected.
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.
∗ The various play mode is canceled and the
various play off mode appears in the display
for 2 seconds.
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.) to
perform folder scan play.
●Repeat play
This function allows you to play the current track
repeatedly.
1. Press the [RPT] button to perform repeat
play.
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Operations Common to Each Mode
● Setting the anti-theft function
(CATS)
To change adjustment setting
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.)
to switch to the adjustment selection
display.
“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.
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select
the “item name”.
“CLOCK” ↔ “CONTRAST” ↔ “CODE” ↔
“SCRN SVR” ↔ “SCROLL” ↔
“DIMMER” ↔ “BLINKLED” ↔
• Setting your Personal Code
2-1. Select “CODE”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
“REAR/S-W” ↔ “INT-SW” ↔ “RESET”
3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
“desired setting value”.
The set personal code screen appears.
4-1. Press the [DIRECT] buttons [1]-[6] to enter
your desired 4-digit Personal Code.
∗ 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.
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:
• Write down your Personal Code in case you
forget it.
●Setting the clock
2-1. Select “CLOCK”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
• Erasing the Personal Code
2-1. Select “CODE”.
3-1. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
The ERASE PERSONAL CODE screen
appears.
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
4-1. Enter the Personal Code currently.
5-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob (2
sec.) or longer.
into memory.
Note:
Entering a Personal Code mode is
cancelled.
• You 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.
●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.
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Operations Common to Each Mode
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
• When 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:
“OFF”.
• The car battery was replaced.
• The backup power was cut off.
• The [RESET] button was pressed.
Note:
• ON:
To scroll automatically.
• OFF:
To scroll just 1 time.
• If you have lost your Personal Code, please
contact Clarion customer service.
Setting the dimmer control
1. Enter your Personal Code currently set.
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
2. When the correct Personal Code is entered,
the unit will restart from the initial startup
screen.
“OFF”.
Notes:
• When 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:
Anti-theft indicator
The red Anti-theft indicator is a function for
preventing theft. When the ACC is off, this
indicator blinks.
∗ The factory default setting is “OFF”.
• 1 to 6 times: 15 seconds
2-1. Select “BLINKLED”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON” or
“OFF”.
• 7 times or more: 15 minutes
Turning the screen saver function on
or off
Selecting Rear or Subwoofer
∗ The factory default setting is “REAR”.
2-1. Select “REAR/S-W”.
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.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “REAR”
or “S-WOOFER”.
Cellular phone interrupt setting
If you connect this unit and your cellular phone
with a separately sold cable, you can listen to
your telephone calls on your car speakers.
∗ The factory default setting is “OFF”.
∗ The factory default setting is “ON”.
2-1. Select “INT-SW”.
2-1. Select “SCRN SVR”.
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
setting. Each time you turn the [ROTARY]
knob, the setting changes in the following
order:
setting.
Each time you turn the [ROTARY] knob,
the setting changes in the following order:
“OFF”
“MUTE”
“OFF”
“ON”
• OFF:
This unit continues normal operation even
when the cellular phone is used.
• MUTE:
The sound from this unit is muted during
telephone calls.
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Operations Common to Each Mode
●Performing memory reset
This function allows you to reset adjusted
settings in the memory. The stored settings like
last operation mode, volume setting, preset
channels, MAGNA BASS EXTEND setting,
adjust mode settings and sound mode settings
can be formatted by this function.
Note:
• The settings will remain in the memory even if
you turn the power off or press the reset button.
2-1. Select “RESET”.
3-1. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob
(1 sec.).
“RESET” appears in the display, then the
unit will be restarted automatically and the
memory will be cleared.
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.
●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:
• When AUX mode is selected, AUX IN sensitivity
can be set.
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6. ACCESSORIES
USB Operations
•
When a USB memory device is composed of
two or more drives, only one of the drives will
be detected.
USB memory device operation
Note:
• The following operations are the same as for CD
mode:
• USB memory devices with security functions
cannot be played.
∗Pause
• The 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).
∗Track selection
∗Fast-forward/fast-backward (Except DRM file)
∗Scan play
∗Repeat play
∗Random play
∗Folder selection
See “CD/MP3/WMA Operations” (pages 18-20)
for details.
CAUTION
• Insert 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:
About USB memory
• USB is an acronym for Universal Serial Bus,
and refers to an external bus standard
supporting data transfer rates of 12 Mbps.
- If the USB memory device is removed or
power is disconnected during writing to
the device.
• This unit is compatible with USB 1.1/2.0 with
maximum data transfer rates of 12 Mbps.
• USB 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.
- When the device is subjected to static
electricity or electric noise.
• Do 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.
∗ 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.
• Consult the manufacturer of your USB
memory device for information regarding
whether it is supported by “USB Mass
Storage Class” standards.
• Audio files playable on this unit are limited to
MP3/WMA files. For details, see the section
“MP3/WMA” (page 18).
Copy-protected WMA files cannot be played
on this unit.
• The Podcast files of iTunes Store that stored
in the USB memory device can not be played.
Besides, the data that edit through some softs
such as the Tag edit soft may not be played.
• To prevent the accidental loss of data, always
back up important data on your computer.
• This unit does not support connections to a
computer. In addition, connections made
through a USB hub device are also not
supported.
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USB Operations
Connecting a USB memory device
1. Connect the USB memory device to the USB
To stop play
1. Press the [SOURCE] button and switch the
function to a source other than the USB
memory.
connector.
Playback will begin from the first file
recorded on the device.
∗ When a USB device is connected, it will switch
to USB mode automatically. If the device is
not recognized, press the [SOURCE] button to
switch the source to the device.
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 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).
Always backup and save important data on
your computer.
2. Remove the USB memory device from the
USB connector.
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.
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iPod/iPhone Operations
This section describes operations when
connected to an Apple iPod via the USB cable.
Setting iPod simple mode
Use this function if you wish to operate through
your iPod connected to this unit via the USB
cable.
iPod can be connected by using the connector
cable supplied with the iPod, but in this case,
you can enjoy its audio sound only. To enjoy
video movies stored in the iPod with video
displaying them on this unit, it is required to use
the special monitor and connector cable
(CCA-723/CCA-748) separately sold.
∗ 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”.
Notes:
• See the iPod Owner’s Manual for details
regarding operation conditions.
• The unit will not operate, or may operate
improperly with unsupported versions.
• ON: Operations can be made through your
iPod.
• OFF: Operations cannot be made through
your iPod.
• For a list of compatible Apple iPod unit with this
model, please contact your Clarion dealer or
5. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob (1 sec.)
to store the setting and return to the previous
mode.
Notes:
Connecting an iPod
• When performing iPod operations using simple
control mode, make the operations slowly. If
repetitive operations are performed too quickly,
unforeseen errors may occur.
When an iPod is connected to the USB slot,
“Shuffle” set on the iPod will become as follows:
• “Shuffle (Albums)” play ➜ Random play
• When performing iPod operations using simple
control mode, please do not operate the iPod
and the unit at the same time, otherwise there
may be unexpected event happened.
• Some iPod models do not support this function.
Consult your nearest Clarion dealer or website to
confirm which models do not support this
function.
• “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 (1 sec.).
Note:
• To connect iPod, please use the USB cable
attached in iPod.
Other various play functions
(in Play mode)
Select iPod mode
1. Press the [SOURCE] button.
Notes:
• These functions are not supported when in the
iPod menu mode.
Playback will begin from the last file that was
played on the iPod.
• The Random function set on the iPod remains the
same after attachment/detachment of the iPod.
• The Repeat function on the iPod will be changed
when you connect/disconnect the iPod to the
unit.
Notes:
• The following operations in Play mode operate
the same as in CD mode:
∗Track selection: [x], [v]
∗Fast-forward/fast-reverse: [x], [v]
∗Pause: [
]
See “CD/MP3/WMA Operations” (pages 18-20)
for details.
• After a Podcast file has completed playback, the
pause display, or the track-end position Play-
Time display will appear. At that time, select a
music file once again.
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iPod/iPhone Operations
• In the Music mode:
Repeat play
Play back one track repeatedly.
“PLAYLISTS” “ARTISTS” “ALBUMS”
“SONGS”
“COMPOSERS”...
• In the Video mode:
“GENRES”
1. Press the [RPT] button.
Random play
Play all albums within a selected category, in
random order. (Corresponds to “Shuffle
(Albums)” command on iPod.)
“MUSIC VIDEOS”
“VIDEO PODCASTS”
“MOVIES”
“TV SHOWS”
“RENTALS”
1. Press the [RDM] button.
Notes:
All random play
The iPod menu mode can be canceled by
performing one of the following operations:
• Press the [BAND] button.
• When the category select screen is displayed,
press the [ROTARY] knob.
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.
5. Press the [ROTARY] knob to select the
category.
Notes:
6. When the track name display is showing,
• When the repeat play mode is canceled, after
playing all tracks within a selected category,
playback will begin from the first track in the
selected category.
• When 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.
press the [ROTARY] knob.
Playback will begin from the first track in the
selected category, and the iPod menu mode
will be canceled.
∗ Subfolders may be displayed, depending on
the category.
In this case, turn the [ROTARY] knob to
switch between subfolders, then press the
[ROTARY] knob to select the desired
subfolder.
• Though the default setting of an iPod is “All
Repeat”, the indication on the mode status is not
displayed.
∗ When the track name display is showing,
pressing the [x] button will return to the
currently playing folder name display.
7. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a track
within a category.
• When performing operations using simple control
mode, do not set the repeat off on the iPod.
Selecting category from the iPod
menu
1. Press the [BAND] button (1 sec.) to select
the iPod menu mode.
The iPod menu categories will be displayed.
Notes:
• Repeat and Random mode operations are not
supported when in the iPod menu mode.
• In iPod menu mode, if you press the [x]/[v]
button or turn the [ROTARY] knob fast, playback
may not be performed.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “Music”
or “Video”.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
4. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to switch between
categories.
The iPod menu categories alternate in the
following order:
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∗ Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select a track
within a category.
iPod menu alphabet search
This function searches the subfolders for
desired alphabetical letters.
iPod menu list back
After exiting the iPod menu operation mode:
1. Press the [BAND] button to select the iPod
menu mode.
2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to switch between
categories.
If press the [BAND] button, it will return to the
previous subfolder list mode.
3. Press the [ROTARY] knob.
∗ Subfolders may be displayed, depending on
the category.
If press and hold the [BAND] button (1 sec.), it
will return to the category list mode.
In this case, you can turn the [ROTARY] knob
to switch between subfolders and press the
[ROTARY] knob to enter the next subfolder
layer.
About title display
This unit supports the display of title information
transmitted from a connected iPod.
4. Press and hold the [ROTARY] knob (1 sec.).
5. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the
desired letter to search.
6. Press the [ROTARY] knob to perform
search.
• Character code information is UTF-8;
displayable characters include English
alphanumerics, some symbols, and some
umlaut characters.
• Unsupported characters will be replaced by
asterisks (*).
∗ During search, press the [ROTARY] knob to
cancel search.
7. Press the [ROTARY] knob on the song list to
select song.
8. Press the [v] button to search next song of
the desired letter.
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.
In this case, turn the [ROTARY] knob to
switch between subfolders, then press the
[ROTARY] knob to select the desired
subfolder.
3. When the track name display is showing,
press the [ROTARY] knob.
Playback will begin from the first track in the
selected category, and the iPod menu mode
will be canceled.
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Measure
Power does not
turn on.
Fuse is blown.
Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse
blows again, consult your store of purchase.
(No sound is
produced.)
Incorrect wiring.
Consult your store of purchase.
No sound output Power antenna lead is
1. Turn the unit off.
when operating
the unit with
amplifiers or
power antenna
attached.
shorted to ground or
2. Remove all wires attached to the power antenna
lead. Check each wire for a possible short to
ground using an ohm meter.
excessive current is required
for remote-on the amplifiers
or power antenna.
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 The microprocessor has
Press the reset button for
when buttons are malfunctioned due to noise, about 2 seconds with a
Reset
button
pressed.
etc.
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.
Display is not
accurate.
Main unit connectors are
dirty.
Wipe the dirt off with a soft cloth moistened with
cleaning alcohol.
No sound heard
The speaker protection circuit 1. Turn down sound volume. Function can also be
is operating.
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.
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Problem
Cause
Measure
No sound heard
MP3/WMA files are absent in Write MP3/WMA files onto the disc properly.
a disc.
Files are not recognized as
Use MP3/WMA files encoded properly.
an MP3/WMA file.
File system is not correct.
Use ISO9660 level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo or
APPLE ISO file system.
Sound skips or is Compact disc is dirty.
Clean the compact disc with a soft cloth.
noisy.
Compact disc is heavily
Replace with a compact disc with no scratches.
scratched or warped.
Sound is cut or
skipped.
MP3/WMA files are not
encoded properly.
Use MP3/WMA files encoded properly.
Noise is
generated or
noise is mixed
with sound.
Sound is bad
directly after
power is turned
on.
Water droplets may form on Let dry for about 1 hour with the power on.
the internal lens when the car
is parked in a humid place.
Wrong filename
File system is not correct.
Use ISO9660 level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo or
APPLE ISO file system.
No sound heard
The device contains no MP3/ Record MP3/WMA files properly to the device.
WMA files.
The files are not proper MP3/ Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA files.
WMA format.
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
Check operation of portable music player.
overcurrent protection circuit
operates to stop the music
playback.
Sound is
The MP3/WMA files are
Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA files.
interrupted or has improperly encoded.
noise.
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 Try reversing the connection direction of the device
improperly.
(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.
Error Display
ERROR 2
Cause
A CD is caught inside the CD This is a failure of CD deck’s mechanism and consult
deck and is not ejected. your store of purchase.
Measure
ERROR 3
ERROR 6
A CD cannot be played due Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped-disc.
to scratches, etc.
A CD is loaded upside-down Eject the disc then reload it properly.
inside the CD deck and does
not play.
ERROR 7 (iPod The connected iPod is not
Disconnect and reconnect the iPod.
mode)
recognized.
ERROR 7
Overcurrent detection.
Disconnect the devices and reconnect. If the devices
are still not recognized, try replacing with a different
devices.
ERROR 7
Do not support the HUB
devices.
Do not use the HUB devices.
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.
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9. SPECIFICATIONS
FM Tuner
Frequency Range: 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz
General
Power Supply Voltage:
Usable Sensitivity: 11 dBµV
14.4 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V allowable), negative
ground
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
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: 3.33 lb. (1.51 kg)
Weight / Remote control unit:
AM Tuner
Frequency Range: 530 kHz to 1710 kHz
1.41 oz. (40 g) (including battery)
Dimensions / Source unit:
Usable Sensitivity: 28 dBµV
7" (Width) ✕ 4" (Height) ✕ 6-1/8" (Depth)
[178 (W) ✕ 100 (H) ✕ 155 (D) mm]
Dimensions / Remote control unit:
CD Player
System: Compact disc digital audio system
1-3/4" (Width) ✕ 4-5/16" (Height) ✕ 7/16"
(Depth)
Usable Discs: Compact disc
Frequency Response ( 1 dB): 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Dynamic Range (1 kHz): 80 dB
Harmonic Distortion: 0.03%
[44 (W) ✕ 113 (H) ✕ 11 (D) mm]
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
Note:
• Specifications and design are subject to change without notice for further improvement.
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Clarion Co., Ltd.
All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2010: Clarion Co., Ltd.
Printed in China / Imprimé en Chine / Impreso en China
PE-3419B
280-9008-00
2010/11
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