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Clarion VS735 User Manual

Clarion VS735 User Manual

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Warning!
THE CLARION VS735 DIGITAL MEDIA PLAYER IS DE-
SIGNED TO ENABLE VIEWING OF DVD OR CD-VIDEO
RECORDINGS ONLY FOR REAR-SEAT OCCUPANTS.
DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTS ARE NOT INTENDED FOR
VIEWING BY THE DRIVER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN
MOTION. SUCH USE MAY DISTRACT THE DRIVER OR
INTERFERE WITH THE DRIVER'S SAFE OPERATION OF
THE VEHICLE, AND THUS RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH. SUCH USE MAY ALSO VIOLATE STATE LAW.
CLARION DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY BODILY
INJURY, INCLUDING FATALITIES, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY IMPROPER OR UNIN-
TENDED USES OF THIS PRODUCT.
About Installation
Installation of mobile audio and video components requires
experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical proce-
dures. Even though this manual provides general installation
and operation instructions for your new Clarion VS735 Digital
Media Player, it does not show the exact installation methods
for your particular vehicle.
If you do not have the required knowledge and experience to
successfully complete the installation, we strongly recommend
consulting an authorized Clarion dealer about professional
installation options.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction .................................................................... 2
2. Care and Maintenance .................................................. 3
3. Discs Played by the VS735 ........................................... 4
4. Using the VS735 ............................................................. 5
5. The Remote Control ....................................................... 9
6. DVD/VCD/CD-Audio Playback .................................... 11
7. MP3 Playback on CD-R Discs ..................................... 15
8. Installation and Wiring ................................................ 17
9. Setup ............................................................................. 29
10. Troubleshooting ......................................................... 37
11. Specifications .............................................................. 38
12. Limited Warranty Information ................................... 39

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Even though this manual provides general installation 11. Specifications .............. 38 and operation instructions for your new Clarion VS735 Digital Media Player, it does not show the exact installation methods 12. Limited Warranty Information ........39 for your particular vehicle.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Clarion dealer. designed specifically for the mobile environment. It is intended for use with other Clarion multimedia products, and can also Accessories Supplied with the VS735 be integrated with many other products as part of a complete mobile video solution.

  • Page 3: Care And Maintenance

    If the unit, the detachable control panel, or the remote control should become wet, turn off all power and contact an authorized Clarion dealer to have the system inspected. Servicing the VS735 This unit uses a precision mechanism. In the event that...

  • Page 4: Discs Played By The Vs735

    VS735 to warm up, and DVD Regions for the condensation to evaporate. If playback issues continue, please see your authorized Clarion dealer. This digital media player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information that is recorded on a DVD disc.

  • Page 5: Using The Vs735

    the DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of 4. USING THE VS735 this player (Region 1), this player will not be able to play the DVD disc. Some DVD discs are manufactured to operate in “all” zones, and those discs are compatible with the VS735. In order to operate the VS735, the vehicle ignition key switch must be in the ACC or RUN position.
  • Page 6 The [POWER] button turns the VS735 on and off. When the Reset button ignition switch is in the ACC or RUN positions, this button is Disc loading Security illuminated red. The [POWER] button on the remote can also slot be used. The IR Receiver detects the signals from the included infrared DCP release button remote control.
  • Page 7 Detaching the DCP The Detachable Control Panel (DCP) To detach the DCP: The DCP can easily be damaged by shocks. After removing it, be careful not to drop it or subject it to strong shocks - store it 1 Press the [OPEN] button. The DCP will deploy outward. immediately in the included storage case.
  • Page 8 When the DCP is removed, the security LED will flash red. Reattaching the DCP Fold the hinged DCP tray into the main body. A ‘click’ will be heard. Holding the DCP by its edges, press the DCP into the hinged DCP tray on the front panel of the VS735.

  • Page 9: The Remote Control

    Power 5. THE REMOTE CONTROL Switches the VS735 on and off. 2 0-9 Numeric keys Used with various functions. 3 ILL/GOTO Illumination/Goto Adjusts front-panel display brightness when the disc is in STOP mode. Enables direct access to a defined point within a track or chapter during playback.
  • Page 10 11 REPEAT Using the Remote Control Selects among the three repeat modes: 1, all, and off. Aim the remote control towards the IR receiver on the front Play/Pause panel, as shown. The remote control can operate at a 30- Begins and pauses playback. degree angle from the front of the unit.

  • Page 11: Dvd/Vcd/Cd-Audio Playback

    6. DVD/VCD/CD-AUDIO PLAYBACK negative poles of the batteries are positioned as shown inside the battery compartment. Inserting a DVD/VCD/CD 1 Turn the vehicle’s ignition key to the ACC position. ACC or engine ON position 2 Press the [POWER] button . [OPEN] button front-panel display 3 Slide the battery compartment closed .
  • Page 12 3 Holding the disc by its edges, gently insert the disc label- Removing a Disc side up into the loading slot until the power-loading 1 Press [OPEN]. Let the panel fully fold down, then press the mechanism pulls the disc in. ] eject button to eject the disc.
  • Page 13 chapter will be selected. Disc Playback Moving to the Previous Track or Chapter DVD playback will often begin automatically when the disc is inserted. With some DVD discs, you will need to press Press the [ ] button during playback. The first time this button [ENTER] or [ ] to begin playback.
  • Page 14 Repeat Mode GOTO Mode Press the [REPEAT] button to select from the following repeat During DVD playback, pressing the [ILL/GOTO] button once modes: allows direct input of the chapter you wish to directly access. Pressing it twice allows you to enter the elapsed time of the Repeat 1 - Repeat - Repeat Off.
  • Page 15 Parental Control Screen A: In order for the film to play, the viewer must press The Parental Control feature allows authorized users to Setup and change the Parental Control setting using the select an upper limit to film ratings that can be played by the password.

  • Page 16: Mp3 Playback On Cd-R Discs

    7. MP3 PLAYBACK ON CD-R DISCS What is MP3? MP3 is an audio compression method. This audio compres- sion method has become a standard format with many PC users. MP3 allows the original digital audio data to be compressed to about 10 percent of its initial file size while still retaining high sound quality.
  • Page 17 31 files in each folder. File tracks are played in the order that MP3 format) they were recorded onto a disc. (Files might not always be Joliet (a version of ISO9660 that supports longer played in the order displayed on the PC.) filenames) Sound Quality Romeo (a format used by some CD-creating software)

  • Page 18: Installation And Wiring

    18 Installation Brackets Do not open the case. There are no user-serviceable parts 19 Backstrap inside. If you drop anything into the unit during installation, 20 Owner’s Manual / Installation Guide consult your dealer or an authorized Clarion service center. VS735...
  • Page 19 Chassis Note: Damage Some car models require special mounting kits for proper installation. Consult your Clarion dealer for details. 1 Place the universal mounting sleeve into the instrument Max. 8 mm (M5 screw) panel opening. Ensure a tight fit. 2 Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve inward as shown to lock the sleeve into place.
  • Page 20 Installing into the Universal In-Dash Mount Sleeve Removing the VS735 from the Universal In-Dash Mount Note: Rear fastening hole of vehicle, or backstrap This requires you to have the original release tools provided with the Instrument panel Hole VS735. Keep these tools in a safe place, not in the vehicle. 1 Remove the rear nut from the backstrap.
  • Page 21 DIN sleeve spring clip Some vehicles use the “ISO” standard radio-mounting system. The Clarion VS735 has pre-tapped mounting holes that are compatible with ISO mounting systems. In these vehicles the mounting bracket sleeve, the rear nut and washers, and the backstrap are not used.
  • Page 22 The VS735 installed with another head unit The VS735 Installed with a factory pocket Factory Radio Mounting Bracket Factory (1 pair for the left and right sides) Radio 4-Hexagonal screw Clarion Supplied Mounting Screws into VS735 Bracket Dashboard Factory Trim Screws...
  • Page 23 2 Position the unit in place, and secure it with hexagon Clarion dealer. washer-head tapping screws (M5x18). 5. Wiring the VS735 The following pages display wiring diagrams for various VS735 configurations.
  • Page 24 VS735 Connections External Auxiliary IR input A/V Output A/V Input Digital Yellow optical +12V +12V output Accessory Constant Power Power connector Black pin assignments - Ground Yellow +12V Constant Power +12V Accessory Black - Ground VS735...
  • Page 25 VS735 with Monitor Clarion VMA 7191 monitor Video input 2 Audio output - to head unit with volume control or Clarion FM200 FM Modulator Video input 1 Video Video output - IR input A/V Auxiliary inputs to monitor input 1...
  • Page 26 Clarion VMA 7191 monitor Video input 2 3-conductor Audio output - to head unit with volume control "Y"-cable or Clarion FM200 FM Modulator (not supplied) Red +12V ACC Video input 1 Black - Ground Video IR input Video output -...
  • Page 27 VS735 in Dolby Pro Logic 5.1 System Clarion VMA 7191 monitor Video input 2 Video input 1 Video Video output - A/V Auxiliary inputs input 1 IR input to monitor A/V Output Red +12V Black - VS 735 Accessory Ground...
  • Page 28 VS735 Added to Factory Audio System To radio and antenna Clarion VMA 7191 monitor Video input 2 Audio output FM200 Video input 1 Video Video output - to monitor input 1 A/V Auxiliary inputs IR input Red +12V Black -...

  • Page 29: Setup

    Changing Settings 9. SETUP The following sections explain how to customize various features of the VS735. VS735 Typical Setup and Configuration To change settings for your VS735: The VS735 is shipped with the following configuration: 1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to highlight a selection. Standard 4:3 aspect ratio format output 3 Press the [ENTER] button to confirm your selection.
  • Page 30 Changing the Aspect Ratio Mode Changing the Video Output Mode To change the aspect ratio mode, select GENERAL, and then To change the video output mode, select GENERAL, and then select TV DISPLAY. For widescreen (16:9) monitors, select select TV TYPE. The default is MULTI. If you experience WIDE.
  • Page 31 Changing the “Angle Mark” Activating Captions and Subtitles To enable or disable the “angle mark,” which appears during To enable or disable captions or subtitles, select GENERAL scenes that support the multiple-viewing-angle feature, select and CAPTIONS. GENERAL and ANGLE MARK. Note: If CAPTIONS is set to OFF, the [SUBTITLE] button will be defeated from working.
  • Page 32 Activating the SPDIF Digital Output Selecting an LPCM Output Frequency To turn on the SPDIF digital output, select AUDIO and SPDIF. To select an LPCM output frequency (when a digital audio processor is in use), select AUDIO and LPCM OUTPUT. Note: Only enable the SPDIF digital output when a digital audio processor is in use.
  • Page 33 Deactivating the “Smart Nav” On-Screen Menu Display Selecting Mono Audio Output Mode To play MP3 discs without the “Smart Nav” on-screen menu For a mono audio output mode, select AUDIO and DUAL display, select PREFERENCES, then SMART NAV. MONO. The three settings are: Channel 1 on both outputs, Channel 2 on both outputs, and both channels mixed on both outputs.
  • Page 34 Changing Language Settings To change the soundtrack language, select PREFER- ENCES and AUDIO. Several language settings can be customized on the VS735. Notes: Not all language settings are supported by all discs. The languages supported by the VS735 vary by individual option setting.
  • Page 35 To change the disc menu language, select PREFERENCES To access these adjustments: and DISC MENU. 1 Insert a DVD, Video CD, or audio CD (these adjustments are not accessible with MP3 discs loaded). 2 After the disc loads and begins playing, press the [ ] button.
  • Page 36 LPCM OUTPUT: LPCM 48K, LPCM 96K Setup Options List PREFERENCES PAGE The factory default options are given in bold type. AUDIO: ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH, CHINESE, GENERAL PAGE JAPANESE, GERMAN, ITALIAN TV DISPLAY: NORMAL/PS, NORMAL/LB, WIDE. SUBTITLE: ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH, CHINESE, TV TYPE: MULTI, NTSC, PAL JAPANESE, GERMAN, ITALIAN, OFF...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Check the setting of the Audio Output Level - it may be too high. (See “Special Installer Output Adjustments”, under Setup.) Have your Clarion authorized dealer check all connections. Picture “rolls.” Check that the TV Type setting is correct for the monitors and DVDs being used (see “Changing the Video Output Mode”).

  • Page 38: Specifications

    Note: 11. SPECIFICATIONS The technical data and the design of the equipment may change for the sake of technical improvements without prior notice. Supply voltage: 12V DC (11V-16V) Test voltage: 12V, negative ground Current consumption: Less than 2.0A Signal system: Composite video 1.0Vp-p 75W RCA pin jack Discs played: DVD video discs—...

  • Page 39: Limited Warranty Information

    This product is warranted against all defects in material workmanship shipping. for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. Clarion 7. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED ProAudio products, except for speakers, are covered by a two year BY APPLICABLE LAW SHALL HAVE NO GREATER DURATION limited warranty when installed by an authorized Clarion dealer.

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