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Clarion VZ709 Owner's Manual & Installation Manual

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Mode d'emploi et manuel d'installation
Manual de instrucciones y de instalación
VZ709
DVD MULTIMEDIA STATION WITH 7-inch TOUCH
PANEL CONTROL
STATION MULTIMEDIA DVD AVEC COMMANDE
PAR ECRAN TACTILE 7 pouces
EQUIPO DVD MULTIMEDIA CON PANEL DE
CONTROL TÁCTIL DE 7 pulgadas

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  • Page 1 Owner’s manual & Installation manual Mode d’emploi et manuel d’installation Manual de instrucciones y de instalación VZ709 DVD MULTIMEDIA STATION WITH 7-inch TOUCH PANEL CONTROL STATION MULTIMEDIA DVD AVEC COMMANDE PAR ECRAN TACTILE 7 pouces EQUIPO DVD MULTIMEDIA CON PANEL DE...

  • Page 2: Clarion Product Registration Information

    Once you’re registered, we can keep you informed of important product information. Register at www.clarion.com - it’s easy to keep your Clarion product up to date. INFORMATIONS DE L’ENREGISTREMENT DE PRODUITS CLARION Pour les Étas Unis et le Canada seulement Cher client: Nous vous remercions d’avoir acheté...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing the Clarion VZ709. • Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating this equipment. • After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in a handy place (e.g., glove compartment). • Check the contents of the enclosed warranty card and keep it carefully with this manual.

  • Page 4: Features

    Expanding audio features XM Mini-Tuner 4-Channel Amplifier iPod Bluetooth Audio Player Note: The items listed outside of the frames are the commercial products generally sold. VZ709 Expanding visual features Rear Vision Camera (CC2011/ Rear Monitor CAA185) NP509 NAX980HD/NAX970HD Expanding navigation features VTR etc.

  • Page 5: Playable Discs

    The DVD video system assigns a region number to DVD players and DVD discs by sales area. The DVD video region number playable in this system is marked on the disc jacket as shown below. CD TEXT DivX VZ709...

  • Page 6: Dvd Video Features

    • The number of recorded subtitle languages is indicated by the icon shown below. VZ709 Multi-story function When a DVD video contains more than one story for a film, you can select the story you wish to enjoy.

  • Page 7: Precautions

    WARNING INFORMATION FOR USERS: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND WILL VIOLATE FCC APPROVAL. VZ709...

  • Page 8: Liquid Crystal Panel/Generalities

    The surface is easily scratched, so do not rub it with hard objects. VZ709 • Do not place anything on the display when the panel is tilted. • The remote control unit may not work if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight.

  • Page 9: About The Registered Marks, Etc

    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. ® logo are VZ709...

  • Page 10: Controls

    [R], [F] buttons • Use these buttons to change to the previous/ next preset station in the TUNER and XM modes. VZ709 [ MENU ] [ MAP ] • In the DVD Video mode, use these buttons to select a chapter to be played.
  • Page 11 *1 This button does not work when the liquid crystal panel is closed. *2 This button is available only when a navigation system is connected. *3 This button is available only when the connection with a Bluetooth telephone is established. VZ709...

  • Page 12: Outline Of Button And Touchkey Operation

    * In addition to the above conditions, the system check function can be performed from the System tab menu on the General settings screen. Note: *1 These images indicate the buttons to press or keys to touch. VZ709 You can change the media sources.
  • Page 13 Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation TUNER mode operation (Source screen) Switches the radio band. (Preset List screen) • Select desired station after selecting radio band. Selects Home/Travel modes. Manual tuning Seek tuning VZ709...
  • Page 14 * Screen during DVD Video mode when automobile moving. Note: *2 When playing a DVD video movie, touching the screen surface will cause the DVD Video mode screen to be displayed. VZ709 (DVD Video mode screen) *2 (Options screen) (DVD Setup screen)

  • Page 15: Bluetooth Telephone Operation

    • Touch your desired Telephone key to select the telephone to be used. (10Key screen) • To make a call, enter the telephone number using 10-Key Pad, then touch the [ key. Register your Bluetooth cellular phone beforehand. ] (Send) VZ709...

  • Page 16: Adjusting The General Settings

    Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation Adjusting the General settings (Menu screen) (General Settings screen) (Display tab screen) VZ709 (Clock tab screen) (Wall Paper tab screen) (System tab screen)

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation Adjusting the Audio settings (Menu screen) (Audio Settings screen) (DZE tab screen) (OTHERS tab screen) (BAL/FAD tab screen) (TONE tab screen) VZ709...

  • Page 18: Remote Control Unit

    Take note of the following points: • Do not short-circuit, disassemble or heat battery. • Do not dispose of battery into fire or flames. • Dispose of spent battery properly. VZ709 Signal transmitter Operating range: 30° in all directions [SUBTITLE]...

  • Page 19: Functions Of Remote Control Unit Buttons

    Remote Control Unit Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons You can use the remote control unit to control the VZ709. When the 2Zone function is ON, the controls work upon the Sub zone only. Note: • The steering wheel remote control operations work upon the Main zone even when the 2Zone function is ON.

  • Page 20: Basic Operations

    When the Auto Panel function (see page 61) is set to “OFF”, be sure to close the liquid crystal panel for safe before removing the DCP. VZ709 Attaching the DCP 1. Hook the right side of the DCP to the right side of the main unit.

  • Page 21: Turning On And Off The Power

    CAUTION CAUTION While driving, keep the volume level at which external sounds can be heard. Standing up the liquid crystal panel 1. Press the [OPEN] button. The liquid crystal panel comes out and stands up automatically. VZ709...
  • Page 22 [OPEN] button. 2. Press the [MENU] button to display the following Menu screen: VZ709 3. Repeat touching the [Tilt] key to adjust the angle of the liquid crystal panel. Every touching the [Tilt] key tilts the liquid crystal panel forward or backward.

  • Page 23: Turning The Audio Off

    • Do not use any solvents, such as commercially available cleaners, anti-static spray, or thinner to clean discs. • After using special disc cleaner, let the disc dry off well before playing it. VZ709...

  • Page 24: Ejecting A Disc

    No/Non VZ709 Setting a disc 1. Insert a disc into the center of the insertion slot with the label side facing up.

  • Page 25: Connecting/Disconnecting An Usb Media Device

    • This system will not operate or may operate improperly with unsupported versions. • For detailed information on the playable iPod models, see our home page: www.clarion.com • For the other limitations, see “iPod Operations” (page 45). About the USB memory...
  • Page 26 • Always insert the USB media device fully into the connector. Incomplete connections may cause the device not to be recognized. VZ709 Disconnecting an USB media device 1. Confirm that data transfer is not performed on the USB media device.

  • Page 27: Selecting A Media Source

    The source media mode differs depending on the type of the USB media device page 49 connected to the USB connector. When no USB media device is connected, “NO MEDIA” will be displayed. page 50 — page 57 — VZ709...

  • Page 28: 2Zone Function

    2. Touch the [2 Zone] tab to display the 2 Zone tab screen. The source keys for the Sub zone are displayed. VZ709 3. Touch the desired source key you wish to assign to the Sub zone. The 2Zone function is turned on with the selected source mode assigned to the Sub zone.

  • Page 29: Source Operations

    4. Touch the corresponding Preset key to recall the stored station. • Touching and holding the desired Preset key for more than 2 seconds will store the current station to the preset memory. 5. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. VZ709...

  • Page 30: Manual Memory

    ●Recalling a station with ISR 1. In any mode, press the [ISR] button to switch to the ISR mode and tune in the stored radio station. “ISR” appears in the display. Press the [ISR] button again to return to the previous mode. VZ709...

  • Page 31: Dvd Video Operations

    4. Perform setting for the desired setting items. See the following sections for detail. • In the following sections, only the details of settings are described, the procedures to select items are skipped. 5. Touch the [Back] key. VZ709...
  • Page 32 • The factory default setting is “OFF”. 4-1. Touch the [ON] or [OFF] key of the Angle item to turn the Angle function ON or OFF. VZ709 Setting up the disc menu language • The factory default setting is “English”.

  • Page 33: Watching A Dvd Video

    For general DVD Video discs, the DVD menu may appear. After the DVD menu is displayed, select an item in the operations described as follows. NC-17 (NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED) (RESTRICTED) PG-13 (PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED) (PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED) (GENERAL AUDIENCES) VZ709...

  • Page 34: Dvd Menu Operations

    The DVD menu appears. • The displayed contents for each key differ depending on the DVD software. VZ709 • An example shown below is the DVD menu display: ●Operating the DVD menu You can operate the menu items by displaying the Key Pad panel.

  • Page 35: Stopping Playback

    Playback starts from the scene of the input chapter number of the selected title. • If the input chapter number does not exist or searching with a chapter number is not allowed, the screen image will not change. Chapter VZ709...

  • Page 36: Repeat Playback

    • Depending on the disc, switching may be completely impossible or impossible on some scenes. • It may take time to switch among subtitles. VZ709 4. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. Switching angles On DVD discs in which video images have been recorded in two or more angles, you can switch among the angles during playback.

  • Page 37: Audio Cd Operations

    The playback speed becomes 4-time faster first and then 16-time faster 3 seconds later. Releasing the button resumes the normal speed playback. • You can also use the [R] and [F] keys instead of the [R] and [F] buttons. VZ709...
  • Page 38 1. Displaying the text you wish to scroll, touch the [x] key displayed at the right of the text area. The text will scroll once. VZ709...

  • Page 39: Mp3/Wma/Aac Operations

    • Set the Sampling Frequency to 44.1 or 48 kHz. • Set the Bit Rate to within ranges from 16 to 320 kbps (VBR). • Add a file extension “.M4A” or “.m4a” using single byte characters. VZ709...
  • Page 40 • Folder hierarchy (1 to 4 in illustration) is ignored, and unified into one level. • Folders are arranged in the order of the folder creation. VZ709 Selecting the MP3/WMA/AAC mode 1. Set a disc which the MP3/WMA/AAC files are recorded to the DVD player.

  • Page 41: Pausing Playback

    Discs are regarded as MP3/WMA/AAC discs. [Video]: Discs are regarded as DivX discs. 3. Touch the [Back] key. Note: • This setting is disabled when a Mixed Mode CD, which contains both data track and audio tracks, is set in the DVD player. VZ709...

  • Page 42: Divx Operations

    Note: • The limitations on preparing a disc are same as those in the MP3/WMA/AAC modes. See “Precautions when preparing a disc” (page 38). VZ709 ® 6) with standard playback of DivX Selecting the DivX mode 1. Set a disc which the DivX files are recorded to the DVD player.
  • Page 43 Discs are regarded as MP3/WMA/AAC discs. [Video]: Discs are regarded as DivX discs. 3. Touch the [Back] key. Note: • This setting is disabled when a Mixed Mode CD, which contains both data track and audio tracks, is set in the DVD player. VZ709...

  • Page 44: Source Operations (Accessories)

    • When no signal is received: “NO SIGNAL” • When the XM antenna is not connected correctly : “CHECK ANTENNA” VZ709 Selecting a band 1. Touch the [Band] key to select a band. This changes the reception band as follows: XM1 ➜...

  • Page 45: Recalling A Preset Station

    3. Tune to the station you wish to store. 4. Touch and hold the desired Preset key you wish to store to for more than 2 seconds to store the current station into the preset memory. 5. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. VZ709...
  • Page 46 Note: • Category scanning is not available when no category is defined for the current channel. VZ709 Changing the Direct setting When this function is set to “ON”, touching the ] (Enter) key is not required to tune in the station selected.

  • Page 47: Ipod Operations

    Note: • This system will not operate or may operate improperly with unsupported versions. • For detailed information on the playable iPod models, see our home page: www.clarion.com Notes on using Apple iPod • Do not connect an iPod to this unit with a headphone connected to the iPod.
  • Page 48 1. Touch the [p] key during playback. Playback pauses. 2. To resume playback, touch the [p] key again. Playback resumes. VZ709 Skipping a track (searching) 1. Press the [R] or [F] button during playback. Tracks are skipped, as many as the times the button is pressed, and playback starts.

  • Page 49: Ipod Menu Operation

    • When the other list screen is displayed, repeat this operation until you select the tracks to be played back. • When video tracks are specified in the Music mode, only the audio data will be played back. VZ709...
  • Page 50 Menu screen. The iPod may be frozen. If the iPod is frozen, reset the iPod by following the procedure described in the instruction manual of the iPod. • Audio may be played back slightly out of synchronization with video images. VZ709...

  • Page 51: Usb Memory Operations

    MP3/WMA/AAC modes. See “Operating MP3/WMA/AAC playback” (page 38) for details. Note: • When performing the fast forward or fast backward function, the playback speed will become 10-time faster. For the VBR files, it may differ depending on the file. VZ709...

  • Page 52: Bluetooth Audio Player Operations

    Bluetooth mode. • This system will not operate or may operate improperly with some Bluetooth audio players. • For detailed information on the playable Bluetooth audio players, see our home page: www.clarion.com Selecting the Bluetooth mode 1. Press the [SRC] button to display the Source screen.

  • Page 53: Controlling The Bluetooth Audio Player

    The system enters the fast backward or fast forward playback mode during pressing the button. Releasing the button resumes the normal speed playback. • You can also use the [R] and [F] keys instead of the [R] and [F] buttons. VZ709...

  • Page 54: Bluetooth Telephone Operations

    Telephone settings Setting the telephone features 1. Touch the [Setting] key to display the Telephone Settings screen. VZ709 2. Perform setting for the desired item. See the following sections for detail. 3. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 55: Registering Your Cellular Phone

    • The factory default setting is “1234”. 2-5. Enter your desired 4-digit PIN number, then touch the [ENT] key. Registering your cellular phone (Pairing) You can register up to 5 cellular phones. 1. Turn on the power of the cellular phone you wish to register. VZ709...

  • Page 56: Obtaining The Phone Book Data

    ●To delete the cellular phone registration 1. Touch the [Cellular] key. 2. Touch the [Delete] key to display the Delete the Cellular screen. VZ709 3. Touch the desired Cellular key you wish to delete. A confirmation screen is displayed. 4. Touch the [Yes] key to perform deletion.

  • Page 57: Making A Call Using The Phone Book

    You can answer to the incoming call on this system by the following operation. 1. Press the [ ] (SEND/END) button or touch the [Send] key to answer to the call. • When the call is finished, touch the [End] key to hang up. VZ709...

  • Page 58: Navigation System Operations

    Navigation System Operations Notes on the NAVI functions • Hereafter in this section, the Navigation system will be called as “NAVI”. • When the Clarion NAVI NP509 NAX970HD is connected, the following functions are available: • Showing the NAVI display •...

  • Page 59: Aux Operations

    The image is expanded in the same way as the [F.Wide] setting, but the width will become narrower. Depending on the image data, black areas may be displayed at the both sides of the screen. 3. Touch the [Hide] key to return to the video screen. VZ709...

  • Page 60: System Settings

    4. When the adjustment completes, touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. VZ709 Setting the DZE (Digital Z- Enhancer) This system provides 3 types of sound tone effects stored in memory.

  • Page 61: Adjusting The Treble

    3-1. Touch the [OTHERS] key to display the OTHERS tab screen. 3-2. Touch the [–] or [+] key of the NON FADER VOL item to adjust to desirable level. Setting range: –6 to 6 • The factory default setting is “0”. VZ709...

  • Page 62: Adjusting The High Pass Filter

    • The factory default setting is “OFF”. 3-1. Touch the [OTHERS] key to display the OTHERS tab screen. 3-2. Touch the [ON] or [OFF] key of the AMP CANCEL item to turn the Amp Cancel function on or off. VZ709...

  • Page 63: General Settings

    3-1. Touch the [Display] key to display the Display tab screen. 3-2. Touch the [C] key to display the next screen. 3-3. Touch the [5s], [10s], or [30s] key of the HVAC item to set the time to “5 seconds”, “10 seconds”, or “30 seconds”. VZ709...

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Clock

    3-2. Touch the [C] key to display the next screen. 3-3. Touch the [Check] key of the System Check item. A confirmation screen is displayed. VZ709 3-4. Touch the [Yes] key to perform the system check manually. The system will be restarted after performing the system check.

  • Page 65: Adjusting The Monitor

    [[]: Press to make contrast lower. [Hue]: Adjusts the tone of color (red is emphasized or green is emphasized). []]: Press to increase green. [[]: Press to increase red. 4. When the adjustment completes, touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. VZ709...

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    8. TROUBLESHOOTING If you have a problem with this system, check the following items to resolve it. See also our homepage (www.clarion.com) for additional information. General Problem Power does not turn Fuse is blown. on. (No sound is produced.) Incorrect wiring.

  • Page 67: Usb Devices

    Disconnect the USB device and reconnect. If the device is still not recognized, try replacing with a different USB device. Store these files properly in the USB device. Use MP3/WMA/AAC files encoded properly. Set the TV Signal setting (NTSC/PAL) of the iPod correctly. Measure Measure VZ709...

  • Page 68: Error Displays

    USB device. ERROR 3 (iPod) The selected category has no track data. The iPod is frozen. VZ709 Cause This is a failure of DVD player’s mechanism. Consult your store of purchase. Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped disc. Eject the disc then reload it properly.

  • Page 69: Bus Error

    Disconnect the device, and reconnect directly to the USB connector of this unit without using the USB Hub. Perform the operation such as skipping a file. (Repeat and random playback mode may be canceled.) Measure VZ709...

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Mid: 1.3 V (at 2 V output) Low: 2.0 V (at 2 V output) (input impedance 10 kΩ or greater) Video input: 1.0 ±0.2 Vp-p (input impedance 75 Ω) VZ709 Video Output Video output: 1.0 ±0.2 Vp-p (output impedance 75 Ω) LCD Monitor Screen Size: 7-inch wide type 6"...

  • Page 71: Installation And Wire Connection Manual

    10. SAMPLE SYSTEM...79 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The Installation and Wire Connection Manual is intended for authorized Clarion dealers. Due to the complexity of the vehicle’s wiring and components, it is recommended an authorized Clarion dealer perform the installation. For the location of nearest authorized Clarion dealer, please visit: www.clarion.com...

  • Page 72: Installation Precautions

    • Please note the position of pipes, tanks and electrical wirings before installing the unit into the vehicle; failure in avoiding these may cause a fire or malfunction. VZ709 CAUTION CAUTION • Use only the supplied parts. • If unspecified parts are used, they may cause damage.

  • Page 73: Before Starting

    4. GENERAL CAUTIONS 1. Do not open the case. There are no user- serviceable parts inside. If you drop anything into the unit during installation, consult your dealer or an authorized Clarion service center. Car battery Figure 1 6 Bag for accessories (No. 2) Hook plate ...

  • Page 74: Cautions On Installation

    Figure 3 4. If you have to do any modification on the car body, such as drilling holes, consult your car dealer beforehand. VZ709 5. Use the included screws for installation. Using other screws can cause damage. (Figure 4) Chassis Chassis Max.

  • Page 75: Installing The Main Unit

    Screwdriver Main Unit Outer escutcheon Note: • Some car models require special mounting kits for proper installation. Consult your Clarion dealer for details. • Fasten the front stopper securely to prevent the main unit from coming loose. Strap * This part is not provided.
  • Page 76 *3 In some cases, the center panel may require some modification (trimming, filling, etc.). *4 If the hook on the installation bracket interferes with the unit, bend and flatten it with a nipper or a similar tool. VZ709 2. Secure the mounting brackets to the chassis as shown in Figure 8.

  • Page 77: Removing The Main Unit

    • There are various types of fuse holder. Do not let the battery side touch other metal parts. caution CAUTION After the connection, fix the cord by a clamp or insulation tape for protection. Fuse holder Figure 10 Fuse (15A FUSE) VZ709...

  • Page 78: Wire Connection

    Video White Audio (left) Audio (right) Black Yellow Rear Vision Camera terminal Black Microphone terminal of BT phone (Connects the optional microphone RCB-199.) VZ709 terminal Connect to the AUX input terminal. CeNET terminal Front audio output terminal Rear audio output...
  • Page 79 Rear left + Green/Black Rear left - Blue/White Amplifier turn-on cord Orange/White Illumination Blue Auto antenna Grass-green Purple/white See next page for how to connect the parking brake cord. +12V main power Ground +12V accessory Parking brake cord Reverse gear cord VZ709...

  • Page 80: Connecting The Accessories

    When using the NAX980HD/NAX970HD: Connect the CeNET connector and the RGB terminal. For detailed information, refer to the instruction manual of the Navigation System. VZ709 ●How to attach the electro-tap 1. Place the Parking brake cord at the stopper, and fold it back in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 81: Sample System

    Yellow Black White RCA cable (sold separately) Gray White Black White RCA cable (sold separately) Gray Yellow Green White RCA cable (sold separately) iPod with video Connector cable (CCA-723) No connection Front speakers Rear 4-Channel speakers Amplifier Rear Monitor VZ709...
  • Page 82 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 2009/1 FCC ID: AX2QC6827B1 IC: 419C-QC6827 Bluetooth ID: B013603 Clarion Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2009: Clarion Co., Ltd. Printed in China / Imprimé en Chine / Impreso en China QC-6832B 280-8752-00...

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