Clarion VRX74SVD Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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VRX74SVD

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Page 1 Owner's manual & Installation manual Clarion Mode manuel Manual de instrucciones y de instalacion VRX74SVD AM/FM DVD VIDEO / VIDEO CD / CD / MP3 PLAYER / CD CHANGER CONTROLLER WITH LC DISPLAY AVEC CONTROLADOR DE RADIO DE AM/FM, REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS DVDNIDEODISCOS CD/CD/MP3/CAMBIADOR DE DISCOS CD CON VISUALIZADOR DE CRISTAL L1QUIDO DE 7"...
Page 2 Thank you for purchasing the Clarion VRX745VD. This owner's manual is for the VRX745VD. ':' Please read this owner's manual in its entirety before operating this equipment. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in a handy place (e.g., glove compartment).
Page 3 For your safety, the driver should not watch the TV or operate the controls while driving. Please note that watching and operating the TV while driving are prohibited by law in some countries. Also, while driving, keep the volume to a level at which external sounds can be heard.
Page 4: Precautions
Handling Discs Handling Storage • Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or any • New discs may have some roughness around the edges. If such discs are used, the player heat source. may not work or the sound may skip. Use a •...
Page 5 [voLl [FUNC] [BAND]! ~::--:-- [SENSOR] ~----:--[ISR] "-- [DIRECT] [<~], [~>] Avec Ie panneau avant ouvert / With the Front panel open / Con el panel frontal abierto Note: Be sure to unfold this page and refer to the front diagrams as you read each chapter. Remarque: Veuifjez depfier cette page et vaus reterer aux schemas quand vous fisez chaque chap/Ire.
Page 6: Controls
Names of Buttons Note: • Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of chapter "3. CONTROLS" on page 5 (unfold). [~/II] [VOL] button button • Use this button to increase/decrease the • Press this button to enter the play pause volume.
Page 7 When the Front panel open [TILT] button • Use this button to adjust the angle of the liquid crystal panel in 5 steps when the liquid crystal panel is open. • When the panel is closed, holding this button depressed for 2 seconds or longer will enable the panel calibration function.
Page 8 The Color LCD Display and the Information Panel on the main unit show the following displays, providing information about the mode and functions operated. Information Panel Operation status indication *The frequency, play time, clock, etc. are displayed. .11--. Manual indication MANU: ;...
Page 9: Display
Color LCD Display Mode name -Radio mode : FM1 98.1MHz Pch 1 (band/frequency/preset No.) : SR1 100ch Pch 1 (band/channel/preset No.) -SIRIUS mode -DVD changer mode: 02 T02 C002 01 :08:20 (disc No.ltitle No.lchapter No.1 playback time) : T01 C003 00:08:20 (title No.lchapter No.lplayback time) -DVD video mode -Video CD mode : T01 00:01 :18 (track No.lplayback time)
Page 10 FUNC~ System check The CeNET format utilized on this unit is • provided with a system check function. The • operation panel's system check menu is • displayed under the following conditions: • When power is first turned on after initial installation.
Page 11 (Radio mode screen) (Next page) (LIST screen) Notes: 1: The operation button is [OPEN] button in the description of operation per mode. *2: External equipment not connected with CeNET is not displayed. *3: The operation key is [SRCH] key in the description of operation per mode.
Page 12 (Radio mode screen) Notes: *8: The FUNCTION menu screen displays icons for components connected to the main unit. The icons serve as touch keys for selecting play modes. *9: Pressing the [FUNC] button changes to the following play modes. *10: Screen during DVD mode when automobile is moving.
Page 13 (Next page) . - (ADJUST MODE menu) (DVD SETUP menu) (MONITOR menu) VRX745VD...
Page 14 When a 5.1 ch Surround Decorder is connected (AUDIO MODE menu) VRX745VD...
Page 15 (AUDIO EXT. menu) (AUDIO MODE menu) VRX745VD...
Page 16 [PBC] ~~'A~ ~ TV/~ [ RPT] [RDM] 9' : J [AUDIO] [SLOW] clarion ",,) ~~-;.-...-- [SUB TITLE] [ANGLE] Inserting the Batteries 1.Turn the remote control unit over, then slide the rear cover in the direction of the arrow. 2.lnsert the AA (SUM-3, IECR-6/1.5V) batteries...
Page 17: Features
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons .eve player mode .Shared modes [BAND] button [FUNC] button • Press to return to the first chapter in DVD • Press and hold this button for 1 second or video mode. longer to turn on or off the power. Power on/ •...
Page 18 Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons L.A.], [T], [..], [..,] changer mode buttons • Press to select menus and other items during [BAND] button DVD video/MP-3 playback. • Press to switch discs. [ENT] button [DISC SELl button • Press to confirm numerics entered in the KEY •...
Page 19 8.DGR The control panel can be detached to prevent theft. When detaching the control panel, store it Be sure to close the HOLD FLAP for safety in the DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL) when removing the DCP. case to prevent scratches. We recommend taking the DCP with you when leaving the car.
Page 20 9. mAUTIDNS €IN HANDLIN6 Liquid crystal panel/Generalities For a longer service life, be sure to read the following cautions. • Be sure to store the liquid crystal panel inside • Do not place anything on the display when the the main unit when parking the car outdoors panel is tilted.
Page 21 DVD video is a high-quality digital video source Multi-story function that provides crisp and clear images. One 12 When a DVD video contains more than one cm disc contains either one film or four hours of story for a film, you can select the story you music.
Page 22: Dvd Video System
TV color system Discs This DVD player plays NTSC discs only and cannot be used for playback of SECAM discs Playable discs and PAL discs. This DVD video player can play the following discs. ,About MP3 playback This unit can play back CD-R/CD-RW discs on which MP3 music data have been recorded.
Page 23 11. gPERATICINI Note: Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of Basic Operations chapter "3. CONTROLS" on page (unfold). Adjusting the volume 1. Operate the [VOL] button in the direction of When the unit is turned on, starting and stopping (up) or - (down) to adjust the volume;...
Page 24: Operations
Basic Operations Panel calibration function Opening and turning the liquid The liquid crystal panel's maximum angle of crystal panel inclination can be adjusted to match the installation configuration within the automobile. • Perform this with the panel in its closed position. •...
Page 25 Basic Operations Housing the liquid crystal panel Adjusting the AUDIO 1. Press the [OPEN] button and the liquid Note: crystal panel is housed automatically. • When the separately-sold 5. 1 ch Surround Note: Decoder (DVH940j is used, the bass and treble •...
Page 26 Basic Operations Adjusting the MID 3. Touch the [.,] or [..] key to adjust to desirable level. The MID gain, MID frequency (center The factory default setting is "0". (Setting frequency) and MID Q can be adjusted as range: -6 to 6) follows.
Page 27 Basic Operations Switching the VTR system between • "COLOR": Adjust the color saturation. NTSCandPAL • This operation is available only when the car This function is enabled only when the panel is open. is stopped and the parking brake is applied. 4.
Page 28 Basic Operations 2·Z0NE: 2 (rear monitor lock) 4. Touch the [RTN] key, [ESC] key, or press the [ADJ] button. 1. Press the [ADJ] button to display the 5. To cancel the monitor lock, press [ADJ] ADJUST MODE menu. button, touch the [REAR MONI LOCK] key 2.
Page 29 Basic Operations Clock Adjustment Switching CONNECT(connect) 1. When the panel is open, press the [ADJ] Make the following settings when an external button to select the ADJUST MODE menu. device is connected to the Visual terminal. NAVI: when a navigation system is 2.
Page 30 Radio Operations FM reception 1. Touch the [SRCH] key to switch the KEY PAD. mRIiI:rUNEC:= For enhanced FM performance the 2. Touch the [0]-[9] key corresponding with the tuner includes signal actuated stereo control, ® frequency you desired. When you touch the Enhanced Multi AGe, Impulse noise reduction wrong number ([0]-[9] key), you can cancel curcuits and Multipath noise reduction circuits.
Page 31: Radio Operations
Radio Operations • Using the LIST screen 1. Press the [BAND] button and select the desired band. (FM or AM) 1. Touch the [LIST] key. 2. Touch the [LIST] key. 3. Touch and hold the [AS] key for 2 seconds or longer.
Page 32 DVD Video Player Operations .When watching through a conventional Changing DVD System Settings type of the rear view monitor (4:3) Notes: • N PS : The leftmost and rightmost areas of • If the SETUP operation is performed in the middle the screen are cut off.
Page 33: Dvd Video Player Operations
DVD Video Player Operations 2. Touch the key to select a desired language Setting up the country code to set it. Set up the country number for setting up of the The factory default setting is "ENGLISH". parental level. 3. Touch the [RTN] key ([ESC] key). 1.
Page 34 DVD Video Player Operations Basic Operations The relationship between DVD video category codes and parental level are shown in the table below. Use this table when setting the parental Loading disc level. Insert a disc into the centre of the insertion slot with the label side facing up.
Page 35 DVD Video Player Operations Ejecting disc 4. Select the DVD menu contents use either the "Cross KEY PAD" on the "TEN KEY PAD" 1. Press the button a disc ejects. "EJECT" according to the disc contents menu. appears in the display. The play mode then 5.
Page 36 DVD Video Player Operations Fast forward and fast backward Slow playback [~>] [~/II] [~/II] [< ..] 1. Press and hold the button during Press the button or touch the [~>] key, then press and hold the button or playback. [~~] key.
Page 37 DVD Video Player Operations Scan playback Switching among languages Scans and plays back all chapters recorded on On discs in which two or more audios or audio the DVD-Video, the first 10 seconds for each. languages have been recorded, you can switch among the audio languages during playback.
Page 38 DVD Video Player Operations Switching angles Watching video CD On DVD discs in which video images have been After disc loading, the play mode is recorded in two or more angles, you can switch automatically engaged. among the angles during playback. •...
Page 39 DVD Video Player Operations Slow playback Fast forward and fast backward /11] Press the [.. button then press and hold 1. Press and hold the [< ..] or [... > ] button during the [... > ] button. playback. Press and hold the button, and the playback While the button is being pressed, slow playback continues at the speed 1/3 times speed becomes 5-time faster first and then...
Page 40 DVD Video Player Operations Displaying the playback status Skipping a track (searching) 1. Press the [<1II1II] or [1iI->] 1. Touch the screen to display the menu, then button during touch the [SUB] key. playback. Tracks are skipped, as many as the times 2.
Page 41 DVD Video Player Operations Note: Selecting track on the LIST screen • The scan playback function can also be This function allows you to select tracks from a performed using the title list screen's {T.SCN] key. displayed list. To cancel play, touch the {T.SCN] key once again. 1.
Page 42 DVD Video Player Operations • Logical format (File system) Pausing playback [~/II] [~/II] 1. When writing an MP3 file on a CD-R disc, 1. Press the button or touch the please select "1509660 level or level 2 key during playback. (without including expansion format)"...
Page 43 DVD Video Player Operations * FOLDER [REPEAT]; folder repeat playback 3. Touch the [...] or [T] key to select the track and touch the track name. This operation plays back tracks in an MP3 When the selected track's ",)" mark is folder repeatedly.
Page 44: Visual Operations
VISUAL Operations CD Changer Operations Note: This function is available when a VTR, etc. is connected to the visual terminal. • When an optional DVD (CD) changer is connected through the CeNET cable, this unit controls all DVD (CD) changer functions. This unit can control a total of changers (CD and/or For your safety, the driver should not watch...
Page 45: Cd Changer Operations
CD Changer Operations When the panel is open: Selecting with track number 1. Touch the [DISC], [TRACK], [ARTIST], or [USER] key to select the desired title. The selected titles except for the user title scroll once. Selecting When the panel is closed: Each of the [DIRECT] buttons corresponds to a disc loaded into the magazine.
Page 46 CD Changer Operations * DISC [RANDOM]; disc random playback TOP function The disc random play selects and plays The TOP function plays from the first track individual tracks or discs automatically in no (track No.1) of the disc. particular order. •...
Page 47: Dvd Changer Operations
DVD Changer Operations TV Operations Only basic operations of DVD changer can be TV functions performed from the unit. Use the remote control When an optional TV tuner is connected through unit to perform the following functions. the CeNET cable, this unit controls all TV tuner •...
Page 48: Tv Operations
TV Operations Seek tuning .Step tuning: [~>] [< ..] 1. Press the [BAND] button and select the Press the button to manually tune in a station. desired TV band (TV1 or TV2). The same operation can be performed by Notes: touching the screen to display the menu •...
Page 49 SIRIUS Operation TV Operations 2. Touch the screen to display the menu, then What is Sirius 2l. , ~1~11J~~ touch the {LIST] key. Satellite Radio? 3. Touch and hold one of the [DIRECT] key for 2 seconds or longer to store the current Sirius is radio the way it was meant to be: Up to station into the preset memory.
Page 50: Sirius Operations
SIRIUS Operation Selecting band Selecting with a station number Press the [BAND] button to select a band. 1. Touch the [SRCH] key. Each press of the button changes the display as 2. Touch the [0]-[9] key corresponding with the shown below. station you desired.
Page 51 SIRIUS Operation This changes the seek mode to manual mode Manual memory and the "MANU" indicator on the display 1. Select the desired station with seek tuning, lights. When this operation is performed in manual tuning or preset tuning. manual mode, the seek mode is engaged and the "MANU"...
Page 52 Other Functions SIRIUS Operation Entering titles Presetting a category A category can be preset by registering specific Titles up to 10 characters long can be stored in memory and displayed for Radio stations, CD, categories in [DIRECT] keys 1 to 6. Then the TV stations and CD changer.
Page 53: Other Functions
"F. WIDE" "CINEMA" "NORMAl:' telephone rings in the car. "WIDE" "F. WIDE" This function is not compatible with all cellular telepones. Contact your local authorized Clarion dealer for information on proper installation and compatibility. VRX745VD...
Page 54 5. 1 ch Surround Decoder Operations 5.1 ch Surround Decoder control function CONTROL This function is available only when the MUSIC This function is available when a 5.1 ch MODE is selected for Dolby PL II. For setup Surround Decoder (DVH940) is connected. details, see "Selecting the Dolby PL IT (Dolby When the 5.1 ch Surround Decoder (DVH940, Pro Logic IT) type."...
Page 55: Ch Surround Decoder Operations
5. 1 ch Surround Decoder Operations DSFmode .SPEAKER GAIN This function sets speaker output level. DSF effect ON/OFF This function is not available for speakers whose The factory default setting is "OFF". SPEAKER SEL setting is set to OFF. 1. Press the [ADJ] button and touch the 3-1.
Page 56 5. 1 ch Surround Decoder Operations Output adjustment of subwoofer Setting and storing P.EQ Properties volume, center volume and balance/ 1. Press the [ADJ] button and touch the [AUDIO] key. fader 2. Touch the [P.EO] key to show the PEQ Press the [ADJ] button and touch the adjusting display.
Page 57 Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse blows again, consult your store of purchase. Incorrect wiring. Consult your store of purchase. The microprocessor has Turn off the power and remove the DCP. malfunctioned due to noise, Press the reset button for about 2 seconds with a etc.
Page 58 The brightness control is too Adjust the brightness properly. low. The operating condition is The temperature inside the vehicle may be O°C or not good. Jess. Set to an appropriate temperature (25°C or so) and check it again. The headlight of the vehicle The display is made dark at night to prevent the is lit.
Page 59: Error Displays
DIIRLAYI 13. ERROR an error occurs, one of the following displays is displayed. Take the measures described below to eliminate the problem. A CD is caught inside the CD deck and is This is a failure of CD deck's mechanism and consult your store of purchase.
Page 60: Specifications
14. IPEmIFIEATI.NS LCD Monitor FM Tuner Frequency Range: 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz Screen Size: 7-inch wide type 6" Width (152 mm) x 3-5/16" Height Usable Sensitivity: 9 dBf (85mm) 50dB Quieting Sensitivity: 15 dBf Display method: Alternate Channel Selecitivity: 70 dB Transmission type TN liquid crystal display Stereo Separation (1 kHz): 35 dB Drive method: TFT (thin-film transistor)
Page 61: Table Of Contents
VRX74SVD Installation and Wire connection manual • Contents 1. BEFORE STARTING 2. PACKAGE CONTENTS 3. GENERAL CAUTIONS 4. CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION 5. INSTALLING THE MAIN UNIT 6. REMOVING THE MAIN UNIT 7. CAUTIONS ON WIRING 8. WIRE CONNECTION 9. SAMPLE SYSTEMS '"...
Page 62: General Cautions
For tough dirt, apply a little cold into the unit during installation, consult your or warm water to a soft cloth and wipe off the dealer or an authorized CLARION service centre. dirt gently. CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION 1.
Page 63: Installing The Main Unit
3. Insert the main unit into the universal 1) Some car models require special mounting kits mounting bracket until it locks. for proper installation. Consult your Clarion 4. Mount the outer escutcheon so that all the dealer for details. hooks are locked.
Page 64 • Fixed Mount (TOYOTA, NISSAN and other ISO/DIN equipped vehicles) This unit is designed for fixed installation in the direction of arrow to remove it. Repeat the dashboard. same for the other side to remove the springs from the both sides. (Figure 7) If the vehicle is equipped with a factory-installed radio, install the main unit with the parts and 2.
Page 65: Removing The Main Unit
REMOVING THE MAIN UNIT 1. When the rear of the main unit has been pull the main unit out by the hook plate. secured with the method shown in Figure 6 (Insert both the right and left edges of the unfasten the special screw.
Page 66: Wire Connection
WIRE CONNECTION Radio antenna jack Optical output connector ' - --@-O-----lII-------l@.l-mill]J ~.-.-.-.-.-,-,-.-.- ..f .. I ....• • 1~~G~ra~y~~~ Front audio output terminal (*2) Right} left White 1~~8~la~Ck~R:e~d~Ri9ht d" Rear au output terminal *2) left White Non fader output terminal Right } left Yelow...
Page 67 Yellow 12V main power Black Ground "-::====:::=====~p~u~rp~l:e/~B~la:ck Rear right Purple Rear right .I_I_.~ Parking brake Grass-green ii!l'~~~~1 Glay Front right ::.._._. "" \\l,=,================= Front right Glay/Black ~====-- Front left White ~========~~~ Front left White/Black ~==:::====:::===G==:::re=en=/~B~la---:-'ck Rear left Green Rear left Amplifier turn-on lead BluelWhite Illumination...
Page 68 • Connecting the Accessories • Connection to the external amplifier The external amplifier can be connected unless the 5.1 ch Surround Decoder is connected. For detailed information, refer to the instruction manual of the 5.1 ch Surround Decoder. • Connection to the CCO camera for vehicle The CCD camera for vehicle can be connected to CCD terminal on the tuner amp unit.
Page 69: Sample Systems
SAMPLE SYSTEMS • Sample System 1 VRX745VD Front Speakers RCAcable (sold separately) Visual input Rear View Monitor (VMA5894/ VMAl194) CeNETcable (Included the TV tuner) RCA video cable (included the TV tuner) » < (~;;;~;) TV tuner (TTX7501z) 0> SIRIUS tuner Conector cable ;:======tD3::::±::J (included the CC425E)
Page 70 • Sample System 2 VRX745VD Front Speakers RCA video cable (included the TV tuner) RCA cable » (sold separately) < Rear Speakers 4-Channel Amplifier ll.l (APA4320) S· RCA cable (sold separately) Center speaker ::J'" built-in amplifier p=;(IIl(!]J[]P < (SRKS) I 0 I .ffi Powered sub-woofer built-in amplifier...
Page 72 ~ CAUTION With the screen open, a driver may not see the disc insertion slot. For your safety, insert a disc with the screen closed. F'ran~ais ~ PRECAUTION Lorsque Ilecran est ouvert, il est possible que Ie conducteur ne voie pas la fente d'insertion du disque. Pour votre securite inserez Ie disque avec I'ecran ferme.
Page 74 ME T 100 CHANNELS OF THE BEST ENTERTAINMENT ON THE ROAD siriusradio.com...
Page 75 ~II1IUS~~~~~~~- ~IRtuS o;;l1~ • "'DJ~ ENTERTAINMENT !;:IHHl'iJ'SiJ 'i\;--'> 150 Radio Disney Blues 120 ESPN Radio Network Classic Jazz Top 40 Hits Country Hits 121 ESPNews 151 Discovery Radio Latin Jazz Reggae Adult Contemporary Today's Country 123 Sports Byline USA 152 E! Entertainment Radio Contemporary Jazz Gospel Alt Pop Mix...
Page 76 GET READY FOR 100 CHANNELS OF THE BEST EXPERIENCE SIRIUS IN TWO SIMPLE STEPS. IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT. If you haven't already activated your Sirius receiver, here's how: You've just purchased a Sirius Satellite Radio receiver that's going Contact us at siriusradio.com or call toll-free to plug you into 60 original music channels, from today's hits to 1-888-539-SIRJUS (7474).
Page 77 5. The sole responsibility of Clarion under this limited warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product or replacement of the product, at the sole discretion of Clarion.

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