Contents Thank you for purchasing this Clarion product. Please fully read this owner’s manual before operating this equipment. 1. FEATURES ......................... 3 Expanding Systems ......................3 2. PRECAUTIONS ........................4 Front Panel ........................5 USB Port ..........................5 Remove the DCP ....................... 6 Re-attach the DCP ......................
1. FEATURES • Compatible with iPod /iPhone via USB ® ™ • 6ch/4V RCA Output with Subwoofer Control and BEAT-EQ with 3 Band Parametric Equalizer • MP3/WMA compatible with ID3-TAG display • Built in Bluetooth handsfree (HFP) and audio streaming (A2DP & AVRCP) • Rear USB • IR remote controller included • OEM Steering Wheel Remote Ready Expanding Systems Expanding audio features 4-channel amplifier iPod/iPhone USB memory Portable player Bluetooth ® (Connect by AUX IN jack) cellular phone Note: Items outside of the frames are commercially available.
Apple Inc. 5. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Clarion Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective...
Some models may not Doing so may damage or deform the body. operate correctly. • If a problem should occur, have the set Clarion will not be held liable in the inspected at your store of purchase. unlikely event of loss of or damage to • The remote control unit may not work if the memorized data.
Remove the DCP The control panel can be detached to prevent theft. When detaching the control panel, store it in the DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL) case to prevent scratches. We recommend taking the DCP with you when leaving the car. ] button (2 sec.) to turn off 1. Press the [ the power. 2. Depress the [OPEN] button to unlock the DCP. 3. Grab the edge that pops out and remove the DCP. Re-attach the DCP 1. Hold the DCP and ensure that the panel faces towards you.
3. CONTROLS Operational Panel Disc slot [BAND/ ] [MENU/ [PS/AS] [SOUND] [ISR] [1~6] AUX jack [OPEN] [POWER/SRC] [VOLUME] Names of Buttons [ISR] button / SRC] button • Recall ISR station stored in memory and • Power/Toggle the audio source store current station in ISR memory (long press) [BAND / ] button...
4. CAUTIONS ON HANDLING Handling Discs Handling Cleaning • New discs may have some roughness • To remove fingermarks and dust, use a soft around the edges. If such discs are used, cloth and wipe in a straight line from the the player may not work or the sound may center of the disc to the outer edge.
5. OPERATIONS Basic Operations Note: Mute Be sure to read this chapter referring to the Press the [MUTE] button on the remote chapter “3. CONTROLS.” control to mute the volume from the unit. Note: CAUTION Pressing the [MUTE] button again or adjusting volume will release muting.
2. The unit has four bands: FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM. FM3 and AM can store by AS function. Each bands can store six stations, CZ500A can store 24 stations in total. Manual store While tuned into a desired radio station, press and hold number button 1–6 to store it in the...
CD/MP3/WMA Operations This unit can play back MP3/ (including an extension). WMA files 3. Do not affix a name to a file inside a folder having the same name. Note: If you play a file with DRM (Digital Rights Folder structure Management) for WMA remaining ON, no A disc with a folder having more than eight audio is output (The WMA indicator blinks).
CD/MP3/WMA Operations Fast-forward/Fast-reverse • Discs not bearing the mark TEXT Fast-forward and CD-ROMs cannot be played by this TEXT Press and hold the [ ] button. unit. Fast-reverse • Some CDs recorded in CD-R/CD-RW Press and hold the [ ] button. mode may not be usable.
CD/MP3/WMA Operations Press the [RDM] button to perform random play. Random play starts with the next played track when Random function is on. USB Operations 1. Insert a USB device into the USB connector. When connecting a USB device, the unit will read the files automatically.
3. Search for new Buetooth devices. 1. Rotate the knob to select “SIM PHONE 4. Select CZ500A from the pairing list on the BOOK”, “MEMORY PHONE BOOK” or mobile phone. “TELEPHONE BOOK” . 5. Enter “0000” as the password.
Please When A2DP device is disconnected, “BT consult your nearest Clarion dealer for more DISCONNECT” will be shown on the display information on wireless audio streaming and return to previously selected audio transmitter products offered.
Audio Setup Press the [SOUND] button to enter sound BALANCE: LEFT 1-7→ CENTER → RIGHT effect setting mode. First press shows current EQ. Rotate the [VOLUME] knob to change FADER: LEFT 1-7→ CENTER → RIGHT 1-7 the options in the following order: OFF → M-BEX: ON/OFF B-BOOST →...
6. TROUBLESHOOTING General Problem Cause Measure Unit does not turn Unit fuse blown. Install new fuse with correct rating. Car battery fuse blown. Install new fuse with correct rating. Unit does not turn Illegal operation. Turn off the power and open the operation panel. Press the Reset button with a thin rod.
USB devices Problem Cause Measure The USB device has been inserted Reversing the connection direction of the USB USB device cannot be with wrong direction. device, try it again. inserted. The USB connector is broken. Replace with a new USB device. The USB device is damaged.
Never use a rough cloth, thinner, drop anything into the unit during benzine, or alcohol. For tough dirt, installation, consult your dealer or an apply a little cold or warm water to a authorized Clarion service center. soft cloth and wipe off the dirt gently.
Notes: 1. Some car models require special mounting kits for proper installation. Consult your Clarion dealer for details. 2. Fasten the front stopper securely to prevent the source unit from coming loose. • Console opening dimensions 182 mm...
Notes on installation 6. To prevent electric spark, connect the positive pole first and then the negative 1. Before installation, please make sure that pole. all connections have been properly made 7. DO NOT block the cooling fan exit to and the unit operates normally.
6) Removing the Source Unit Method B Disassemble trim ring 1. Push the trim ring upward and pull out the upper part. M5×6 2. Push the trim ring downward and pull out the lower part. Disassemble the unit 1. Switch off the power. Dashboard Mounting frame 2.
7) Wiring and Connections Purple Subwoofer output 1 White Left Rear audio output Right terminal Purple Black Subwoofer output 2 White Left Front audio output Black Black Right terminal Steering wheel control Gray terminal Black Black Microphone 4-channel amplifier USB connector Refer to the next page. Fuse 15 A ANTENNA (Black)
16-pin connector extension lead (attached to the source unit) Gray Front right Gray/Black White Front left Yellow wire (Memory back-up lead) Connect directly to battery White/Black Purple Rear right Red wire (Power lead) Purple/Black Accessory 12 V Green Rear left Green/Black Blue/White wire (Amplifier turn-on lead) 4-speaker system...
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