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Clarion VX709A Owner's Manual & Installation Manual

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VX709A
2-DIN DVD MULTIMEDIA STATION WITH 7-inch
TOUCH PANEL CONTROL

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  • Page 1 Owner’s manual & Installation manual VX709A 2-DIN DVD MULTIMEDIA STATION WITH 7-inch TOUCH PANEL CONTROL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing the Clarion VX709A. • 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). Contents 1. FEATURES ........................2 Expanding Systems......................

  • Page 3: Features

    Expanding visual features Rear Vision Camera Rear Monitor (CC2011E/CAA185) 4-Channel Amplifier iPod VTR etc. Bluetooth Telephone Bluetooth USB Memory Audio Player NP509A Expanding navigation features Note: The items listed outside of the frames are the commercial products generally sold. VX709A...

  • Page 4: Playable Discs

    DVD players and DVD discs by sales area. discs previously recorded in DVD video format or The DVD video region number playable in this format with MP3/WMA/AAC/DivX files. system is marked on the disc jacket as shown below. VX709A...

  • Page 5: Dvd Video Features

    Subpicture (subtitles) function A DVD video can record subtitles for up to 32 languages and you can select the language of the subtitles you wish to see. • The number of recorded subtitle languages is indicated by the icon shown below. VX709A...

  • Page 6: Precautions

    2. Driving on extremely bumpy roads which cause severe vibration may cause the sound to skip. 3. This unit uses a precision mechanism. Even in the event that trouble arises, never open the case, disassemble the unit, or lubricate the rotating parts. VX709A...

  • Page 7: Operation Panel/Generalities

    • Cleaning the liquid crystal panel The liquid crystal panel tends to collect dust, so wipe it off occasionally with a soft cloth. The surface is easily scratched, so do not rub it with hard objects. VX709A...

  • Page 8: 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. VX709A...

  • Page 9: Controls

    (AUDIO OFF). • Use this button to eject the disc set in this unit. Press this button to turn on the audio feature. [–], [+] (Volume) buttons • Use these buttons to increase/decrease the volume. VX709A...
  • Page 10 System tab menu on the General Settings screen, blinks when the ACC power is turned off. Note: *1 This button is available only when a navigation system is connected. *2 This button is available only when the connection with a Bluetooth telephone is established. VX709A...

  • Page 11: Outline Of Button And Touchkey Operation

    * In addition to the above conditions, the system ∗1 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. You can change the media sources. VX709A...
  • Page 12 Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation TUNER mode operation (Source screen) Switches the radio band. Selects Home/Travel modes. Manual tuning Seek tuning (Preset List screen) • Select desired station after selecting radio band. VX709A...
  • Page 13 (DVD Video mode screen) *2 (Source screen) * Screen during DVD Video mode (Options screen) when automobile moving. (DVD Setup screen) Note: *2 When playing a DVD video movie, touching the screen surface will cause the DVD Video mode screen to be displayed. VX709A...
  • Page 14 • To make a call, enter the telephone number using 10-Key Pad, then touch the [ ] (Send) key. (Cellular Select screen) Register your Bluetooth cellular phone beforehand. • Touch your desired Telephone key to select the telephone to be used. VX709A...
  • Page 15 Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation Adjusting the General settings (Clock tab screen) (Clock tab screen) (Menu screen) (General Settings screen) (Wall Paper tab screen) (Display tab screen) (System tab screen) VX709A...
  • Page 16 Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation Adjusting the Audio settings (Menu screen) (OTHERS tab screen) (Audio Settings screen) (BAL/FAD tab screen) (DZE tab screen) (TONE tab screen) VX709A...

  • Page 17: Remote Control Unit

    Using battery improperly can cause it to explode. Take note of the following points: • Do not short-circuit, disassemble or heat battery. • Do not dispose of battery into fire or flames. Rear cover • Dispose of spent battery properly. Rear side VX709A...
  • Page 18 Remote Control Unit Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons You can use the remote control unit to control the VX709A. 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 19: Basic Operations

    Note: • The driver should not operate the operation • The operation panel will close automatically when panel while driving. leaving it open for a while. • When the operation panel is open, the touch panel cannot be operated. VX709A...

  • Page 20: Turning The Audio Off

    Menu screen. the last screen. 2. Touch the [Moni Off] key. • You can also turn on the monitor by The monitor screen is turned off. pressing any button except for the [o] (EJECT), [7] (OPEN/CLOSE), and [–]/[+] buttons. VX709A...

  • Page 21: Setting/Ejecting A Disc

    Storage • Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or any heat source. • Do not expose discs to excess humidity or dust. • Do not expose discs to direct heat from heaters. VX709A...
  • Page 22 • Never insert foreign objects into the disc insertion slot. • If the disc is not inserted easily, there may be another disc in the mechanism or the unit may require service. • 8 cm (single play) discs cannot be used. VX709A...

  • Page 23: Connecting/Disconnecting An Usb Media Device

    • For detailed information on the playable iPod Note: • Never insert foreign objects into the USB models, see our home page: www.clarion.com connector. • For the other limitations, see “iPod Operations” • Always insert the USB media device fully into the (page 43).

  • Page 24: Selecting A Media Source

    You can select the BT Phone or Navigation mode from the Menu screen displayed by pressing the [MENU] button. • For details of the BT Phone mode operations, see “Bluetooth Telephone Operations” (page 50). • For details of the Navigation mode operations, see “Navigation System Operations” (page 54). VX709A...

  • Page 25: 2Zone Function

    1. Press the [SRC] button to display the Source screen. screen. 2. Touch the [2 Zone] tab to display the 2 Zone 2. Touch and hold the [2Zone Off] key for more tab screen. than 1 second. The source keys for the Sub zone are displayed. VX709A...

  • Page 26: Source Operations

    2 seconds will store the • When touching the [R] key, the station is current station to the preset memory. sought in the direction of lower frequencies. 5. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. VX709A...
  • Page 27 ●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. VX709A...

  • Page 28: Dvd Video Operations

    2. Touch the [DVD] key to select the DVD Video 5. Touch the [Back] key. mode. The system changes to the DVD mode (DVD Video mode), and starts playback from the previous position. VX709A...
  • Page 29 You can set up so that the angle mark appears on entered. scenes where the angles can be switched. • 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. VX709A...
  • Page 30 8678 LEVEL4 PG-13 EAST TIMOR 8480 (PARENTS STRONGLY HONG KONG 7275 CAUTIONED) MACAU 7779 LEVEL3 (PARENTAL GUIDANCE TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF 8487 SUGGESTED) CHINA LEVEL1 (GENERAL AUDIENCES) • The contents that the parental level restricts vary with the country code. VX709A...
  • Page 31 4. Touch the [Hide] key to hide the Key Pad sides of the screen. panel. [F.Wide]: The image is expanded so that the rectangle of the image fits to the screen (16:9). The aspect ratio of the image may be changed. VX709A...

  • Page 32: Slow Playback

    2. To resume playback, touch the [p] key. Playback resumes from the scene where playback is stopped. Pausing playback 1. Showing the DVD Video mode screen, touch the [p] key during playback. Playback pauses. 2. To resume playback, touch the [p] key again. Playback resumes. VX709A...

  • Page 33: Repeat Playback

    4. Touch the [ENT] key. 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. VX709A...
  • Page 34 • When the power is turned on and the disc is changed to a new one, the language set at the time of factory shipment is selected. If that language has not been recorded, the language is specified on the disc. VX709A...

  • Page 35: Video Cd Operations

    • When playback is not started, touch the [p] cannot be reproduced during slow playback. key. • You can also use the [F] button instead • Operations may differ depending on the story of the [F] key. of the disc. VX709A...
  • Page 36 2. Touch the [ON] or [OFF] key of the PBC item screen. to set the function ON or OFF. 3. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. Note: • When the PBC setting is changed, the disc plays from the beginning. VX709A...

  • 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. VX709A...
  • 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. VX709A...

  • 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. VX709A...
  • Page 40 Note: • The same operations listed below are also used in the USB Memory mode. Listening to MP3/WMA/AAC files After disc loading, the play mode is automatically engaged. • When playback is not started, touch the [p] key. VX709A...
  • Page 41 The corresponding track is started playback. 3. Touch the [Back] key. 5. 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. VX709A...

  • Page 42: Divx Operations

    ●When a disc is already set 1. Press the [SRC] button to display the Source screen. 2. Touch the [DVD] key to select the DivX mode. The system changes to the DVD mode (DivX mode), and starts playback from the previous position. VX709A...
  • Page 43 Discs are regarded as DivX discs. aspect ratio of the image may be changed. 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. VX709A...

  • Page 44: Source Operations (Accessories)

    (CCA-723) separately sold. 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 ●When an iPod is already connected Notes on using Apple iPod 1.
  • Page 45 1. Touch the [p] key during playback. Normally, it should be set to the All repeat Playback pauses. play. 2. To resume playback, touch the [p] key 4. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous again. screen. Playback resumes. VX709A...
  • Page 46 You can narrow the Tracks to be listed by specifying the Video Podcast name. Displaying the iPod Menu screen 1. Touch the [MENU] key from the iPod mode screen. The iPod Menu screen of the current operation mode is displayed. VX709A...
  • Page 47 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. VX709A...

  • Page 48: Usb Memory Operations

    The limitations on the Tag titles are same as function, the playback speed will become 10-time those in the MP3/WMA/AAC modes. See faster. For the VBR files, it may differ depending on “Displaying MP3/WMA/AAC Tag titles” the file. (page 38). VX709A...

  • Page 49: 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 2. When you finish confirming the Bluetooth information, touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 50: Selecting The Bluetooth Audio Player

    • The Bluetooth audio player may prompt to acknowledge the Bluetooth connection or to enter the Pass Key code of this unit. Perform these operations according to the message displayed. 3. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. VX709A...

  • Page 51: Bluetooth Telephone Operations

    1. Touch the [Setting] key to display the • The factory default setting is “OFF”. Telephone Settings screen. 2-1. Touch the [ON] or [OFF] key of the Automatic Incoming Call item to set the function ON or OFF. VX709A...
  • Page 52 100 records for second and third cellular You can register up to 5 cellular phones. phones, and 50 records for the others. 1. Turn on the power of the cellular phone you [3]: wish to register. Allows 100 records for each cellular phone. VX709A...
  • Page 53 1. Touch the [Cellular] key. 2. Touch the [Delete] key to display the Delete 1. Touch the [10Key] key to display the Ten-Key the Cellular screen. pad screen. 2. Enter the telephone number by using the Ten- Key pad displayed on the screen. VX709A...
  • Page 54 • Only the Phone Book items with at least one key to hang up. telephone number registered in the captured Phone Book data are displayed on the Phone Book screen. 1. Touch the [PhoneBook] key to display the Phone Book screen. VX709A...

  • Page 55: Navigation System Operations

    *1 The CeNET Convert Box CCB509 is required to • Hereafter in this section, the Navigation system connect the NP509A. will be called as “NAVI”. • When the Clarion NAVI NP509A connected, the following functions are available: • Showing the NAVI display •...

  • Page 56: 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. VX709A...

  • Page 57: System Settings

    • The volume changes each time the DZE setting is switched. • Sufficient effects cannot be obtained with some speaker systems. In such cases, adjust the volume. • When you set the DZE to other than “OFF”, the TONE and M-B EX (Magna Bass Extend) settings are disabled. VX709A...

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Tone

    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 a desirable level. Setting range: –6 to 6 • The factory default setting is “0”. VX709A...
  • Page 59 • 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. VX709A...

  • Page 60: General Settings

    • This setting is disabled when the Camera Interrupt feature is set to OFF. 3-1. Touch the [Display] key to display the Display tab screen. 3-2. Touch the [ON] or [OFF] key of the Camera Warning item to turn the Camera Warning function on or off. VX709A...
  • Page 61 A confirmation screen is displayed. (CATS) 3-4. Touch the [Yes] key to perform the system “CATS” is the acronym of “Clarion Anti-Theft check manually. System”. The system will be restarted after When you set a PIN code (called as “Personal performing the system check.
  • Page 62 • The backup power was cut off. • The Reset button was pressed. Note: • If you forgot your Personal Code, please consult your dealer or an authorized Clarion service center. 1. Enter your Personal Code currently set. 2. When the correct Personal Code is entered, the unit will restart from the initial startup screen.

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Monitor

    • The Rear Vision Camera image cannot be adjusted directly. Perform the adjustments when displaying a video image of the other source. 1. Press the [MENU] button to display the Menu screen. VX709A...

  • Page 64: 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 Cause Measure Power does not turn Fuse is blown. Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the on.

  • Page 65: Usb Devices

    MP3/WMA/AAC files are Use MP3/WMA/AAC files encoded properly. noisy. not encoded properly. The iPod’s video The TV Signal setting of Set the TV Signal setting (NTSC/PAL) of the iPod image is disturbed. the iPod is not set correctly. correctly. VX709A...

  • Page 66: Error Displays

    ERROR 3 (iPod) The selected category has Press the [F] button. If the error is not cleared, no track data. disconnect the iPod, and reconnect it again. The iPod is frozen. Disconnect the iPod, reset it, and reconnect it again. VX709A...
  • Page 67 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. • When the Reset button is pressed, frequencies of radio stations, etc. stored in memory are cleared. VX709A...

  • Page 68: Specifications

    Audio input sensitivity: High: 0.65 V (at 2 V output) 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) VX709A...

  • Page 69: Installation And Wire Connection Manual

    9. SAMPLE SYSTEM..........................78 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 70: Installation Notes

    • After wiring cables, fix them with insulation tape. • Be sure to switch off the vehicle when connecting or disconnecting cords to/from the unit, otherwise an electric shock, injury or accident may occur. VX709A...

  • Page 71: Before Starting

    For tough dirt, apply a little cold or warm dealer or an authorized Clarion service water to a soft cloth and wipe off the dirt center.

  • Page 72: Cautions On Installation

    3. Install the unit within 30° of the horizontal Fan motor vent plane. (Figure 3) Figure 5 Max. 30° Figure 3 4. If you have to do any modification on the car body, such as drilling holes, consult your car dealer beforehand. VX709A...

  • Page 73: Installing The Main Unit

    (M5 × 8) (1 pair for the left and right sides) (attached to the main unit) Figure 6 Note: *1 Position the face panel with its wide edge at the bottom. Fit the edge into the groove of the main unit. VX709A...
  • Page 74 In some cases the center panel may require modification. (Trimming, filing, etc.) ●Removing the Main Unit When the main unit is to be removed, disassemble it in the reverse of the order in “INSTALLING THE MAIN UNIT” (see page 72). VX709A...

  • Page 75: Cautions On Wiring

    • 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 (15A FUSE) Fuse holder Figure 8 VX709A...

  • Page 76: Wire Connection

    White Purple Right Non fader output Left terminal White Gray Yellow Rear Monitor Video output terminal Green Right (2Zone audio output terminal) Left White Wireless Headphone Black Yellow Video White Audio (left) AUX input VTR etc. terminal Audio (right) VX709A...
  • Page 77 Front left - Green Rear left + Green/Black Rear left - Blue/White Amplifier turn-on cord Orange/White Illumination Blue Auto antenna Grass-green Parking brake cord Purple/white Reverse gear cord See next page for how to connect the parking brake cord. VX709A...
  • Page 78 Connect the CeNET Convert Box (CCB509) and the main unit via the CeNET and the RGB cables, and then connect the CeNET Convert Box (CCB509) and the NP509A via the System cable. For detailed information, refer to the instruction manual of the Navigation System. VX709A...

  • Page 79: Sample System

    CeNET Convert Box speakers RCA cable (sold (CCB509) separately) Gray System cable (included in White Rear 4-Channel the NP509A) speakers Amplifier Black Hide-away Navigation (NP509A) White RCA cable (sold separately) Gray Yellow Rear Monitor Green White RCA cable (sold separately) VX709A...
  • Page 80 Clarion Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2009: Clarion Co., Ltd. QZ-6074K 280-8776-00 2009/4...

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