Clarion am/fm dvd video / video cd / cd / mp3 player / cd changer controller with 7" lc display owner's manual & installation manual vrx745vd (68 pages)
FCC Approval The Clarion VB475 has been tested and found to comply within the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant of Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limitations are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Do not make selections through the front panel or the remote while operating the VB475OwnersManual.indd 4 VB475OwnersManual.indd 4 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:21 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:21 PM...
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• Do not place screwdrivers or other metal objects near the player or disc. • If the player becomes wet, turn off all power and ask your authorized Clarion Dealer to clean or service the unit. • Do not drop the player. You may cause permanent damage.
• Do not disassemble or modify this player. You may damage the player, void the warranty, and suffer electric shock. All warranty service should be performed by an authorized Clarion service center. 3. CONTROLS Player with the front panel closed...
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Power/mute button ( ) In standby, press to turn the power on. When the power SRC (source) button ( ) Press to alternate among input sources: Radio, DVD. etc. Audio knob Rotate to the right to increase the volume and to the left VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 7 VB475OwnersManual.indd 7 station frequency displays on the LCD.
Quick reference to controls VB475OwnersManual.indd 8 VB475OwnersManual.indd 8 DVD/CD slot Eject button Source Mute Power Return Setup Stop/Band Next Volume increase Previous Fast forward Fast reverse Slow Go to Repeat Random Zoom Angle PAL/NTSC Clear VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:24 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:24 PM...
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Slow In DVD mode, plays back in slow motion. Source (SRC) Alternates among input sources: Radio, DVD, etc. Stop/Band ( BAND) In radio mode, selects among three FM and two AM bands. Subtitle Turns pre-recorded subtitles on and off. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 9 VB475OwnersManual.indd 9 includes multiple scene angles.
Turning the player off When you’re fi nished, either press the power button on the remote or press and hold the power button on the player for two seconds. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 11 VB475OwnersManual.indd 11 < Fader > Loud > Sound effect...
2. Holding the right side of the front panel, push the panel to the left to release the right pivot hinge. VB475OwnersManual.indd 12 VB475OwnersManual.indd 12 Left side of the player CAUTION VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:27 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:27 PM...
In the event that trouble arises, never open the player case, disassemble it or attempt to repair it yourself. The internal parts are not serviceable by the user. Opening any components will void the warranty. All warranty service should be performed by an authorized Clarion service center. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 13 VB475OwnersManual.indd 13...
Do not handle batteries with metallic tools. • Do not store batteries with metallic materials. • If a battery leaks, wipe the remote control completely clean and install a new battery. VB475OwnersManual.indd 14 VB475OwnersManual.indd 14 CAUTION! VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:29 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:29 PM...
5. DVD/CD/MP3 OPERATIONS To play back DVDs, the player must be connected to a monitor, such as one of the Clarion OHM monitors. Audio output depends on the type of disc. Carefully read the audio characteristics of the disc before playing back.
Video CDs and VCDs discs are organized into tracks with each track corresponding to one song. Some discs also feature an index to the tracks. VB475OwnersManual.indd 16 VB475OwnersManual.indd 16 Chapter structure on a DVD VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:30 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:30 PM...
Loading discs (DVDs and CDs) NOTES To view a DVD or video CD, the player must be connected to an LCD monitor, such as one of the Clarion OHM monitors. The player does not need to be turned on to load and unload discs.
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5. When you’re fi nished, open the front panel and press the eject button ( ) to remove the disc. VB475OwnersManual.indd 18 VB475OwnersManual.indd 18 Left side of the front panel DVD/CD slot Eject button CD and player VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:31 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:31 PM...
2. Use the arrows on the remote to select the language. 3. Press SUBTITLE again to select the language. If you press nothing for three seconds, the language subtitle selection option disappears. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 19 VB475OwnersManual.indd 19 . The packaging should also indicate which...
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4:3, which provides normal viewing and 16:9. 1. To enter the SETUP menu, press the SETUP button on the remote. 2. Use the right arrow to select the Video tab. VB475OwnersManual.indd 20 VB475OwnersManual.indd 20 < VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:34 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:34 PM...
Viewing the contents of the disc To view the type of disc and the current track that is playing, press the DISP button on the remote. The player displays information about the disc: VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 21 VB475OwnersManual.indd 21 1/27/2007 9:34:34 PM...
A third press of the repeat button cancels repeat playback. If you’re playing back a video CD and playback control (PBC) is on, don’t use the repeat playback function. Follow the instruc- tions on the disc packaging. VB475OwnersManual.indd 22 VB475OwnersManual.indd 22 CAUTION: VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:35 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:35 PM...
The fi rst time you set parental control, the default password is 3308. 3. Type the default password or the four-number password you set in the password fi eld and press the play/pause button ( ) to confi rm. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 23 VB475OwnersManual.indd 23...
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Not recommended viewing for children under 17. 8 (ADULT) Only for adults due to the graphic content. 6. Press the play/pause button ( ) to confi rm your selection. VB475OwnersManual.indd 24 VB475OwnersManual.indd 24 CAUTION VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:36 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:36 PM...
To automatically search forward through radio frequencies, press next ( ). To stop at a station, press this button again. • To search back through radio frequencies, press previous ( ). To stop at a station, press the button again. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 25 VB475OwnersManual.indd 25 < >...
To play back all tracts randomly, press the random button: 5/RDM on the player or RDM on the remote. • To cancel random play back, press the random button again. VB475OwnersManual.indd 26 VB475OwnersManual.indd 26 VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:37 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:37 PM...
If you do not have the required knowledge, experience, and/or tools to successfully complete the installation, consult an authorized Clarion Dealer about professional installation options. Precautions •...
4. Insert the power connector into the player’s power receptacle on the back of the player. VB475OwnersManual.indd 28 VB475OwnersManual.indd 28 Qty Item Picture Storage box for front panel Power connector Remote control Trim ring Battery VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:38 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:38 PM...
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6. Insert the player into the mounting bracket and push it in until it clicks in place. Front of the player showing how to install the mounting bracket The front edge of the bracket lines up with the front of the player. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 29 VB475OwnersManual.indd 29...
The current capacity of the lead will be exceeded causing overheating. • When replacing the fuse, use only a fuse with the same rating (10A). VB475OwnersManual.indd 30 VB475OwnersManual.indd 30 VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:39 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:39 PM...
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300mA, 12V DC). ILLUMI (Orange) Connect to the lighting switch terminal used to detect the on/off status of the night lamp. MUTE (Brown) Connect to the telephone (TEL) mute control connector. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 31 VB475OwnersManual.indd 31 SURROUND-R WHITE SUB.W1 SUB.W2...
When using an external power amp, do not connect the blue and white lead to the amp’s power terminal. Likewise, do not connect the blue and white lead to the power terminal of the auto-antenna. This connection could cause excessive current drain and the player to malfunction. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 33 VB475OwnersManual.indd 33 White...
Fuse If the fuse requires replacing, use only a 10A fuse. If the fuse malfunctions after installing it, consult an authorized Clarion Dealer. Replacing a 10A fuse with a high-capacity fuse or directly connecting the player without a fuse will easily cause a fi re and or damage the equipment.
English, Chinese, French, Spanish DVD Menu Selects the language for the DVD menus. English, Chinese, French, Spanish Video options Video tab with TV shape option set to 4:3 VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 35 VB475OwnersManual.indd 35 Language setup tab Turns subtitles off. 1/27/2007 9:34:41 PM...
Expands the image horizontally so that it fi ts the entire screen. The expansion ratio increases towards the right and left edges of the screen. Displays the photo at its original size. Enlarges each photo to fi t the screen. VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:41 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:41 PM...
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DivXNetworks, Inc. TVG Mode Simulates, using software, the function of a set-top box that mutes sentences containing off-color language. Tolerant Strict VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 37 VB475OwnersManual.indd 37 CAUTION: Material is safe for children. Material is safe for general audiences.
If the system is locked, insert a the end of a paper clip into the hole to press the RESET button. Player with the front panel removed NOTE Reset returns all option settings to their factory defaults. VB475OwnersManual.indd 38 VB475OwnersManual.indd 38 Reset button VB475 1/27/2007 9:34:42 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:42 PM...
SRC: Source. TVG: TVGuardian® is a registered trademark of Principle Solutions, Inc. VCD: Video CD, the standard for storing video on a CD. Viewing angle: Pre-recorded alternative angles for individual scenes. VB475 VB475OwnersManual.indd 39 VB475OwnersManual.indd 39 1/27/2007 9:34:42 PM 1/27/2007 9:34:42 PM...
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