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Clarion

APX480M

Power System Amplifier

INTRODUCTION

is

The Clarion APX480M

a full-featured four-channel amplifier incorporating

the following features:

• Specially coated circuit boards, that resist mold, mildew and moisture
damage.

• Pulse-Width Modulated (PWM) MOSFET power supply for maximum
performance with minimal distortion.

• Remote turn-on with "soft start" muting to prevent turn-on

HthumpH.

• Advanced circuitry design featuring bridgeable and mixed mode operation
for use

in

various system configurations including4,3,

or 2 channel

systems.

• Variable high-passllow-pass electronic crossover with a 12dB per octave
slope (adjustable range: 55Hz to 5.5kHz).

• Variable bass boost circuit to reinforce low frequency signals that may be
lost due to subwoofer enclosure design.

• Adjustable input level controls with ground loop isolation to minimize noise
and distortion.

• 2-ohm stereo stable, 4-ohm mono stable.

• Gold-plated power, speaker, and RCA connectors.

• Speaker level input.

• Low profile construction with aluminum heat sink for efficient heat
dissipation.

ABOUT

THE MANUAL AND WARRANTY

This manual describes the basic requirements to install the Clarion
APX480M amplifier. The installation of this amplifier can be quite complex to
install, if you do not posses the necessary knowledge and tools to perform
this installation, please contact your local Clarion dealer.
Keep

all

instructions and sales receipt for future reference and warranty

information. Warranty information can be found

OF

TABLE

Description . . . . . , . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Input Connections and Audio Controls 1
Connections for Power and Speakers 3
Installation 4
Mounting Precautions 4
Wiring Precautions 4
Wiring and Applications
Setting the Gain 10
Setting the Crossover 10
Setting the Bass Boost 10
Final System Check
Troubleshooting
Product Specs 12
Clarion Limited Warranty 13

CONTENTS

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Owner's Manual

DESCRIPTION

The APX480M uses an unregulated MOSFET power supply for superior
sound and output wattage.Inaddition, a toroid-coil is used to transfer
power with minimal performance loss due to heat.Toavoid unwanted
noise, a double-sided conformal printed circuit board with strategically
placed components keeps AM RFI subdued.
All

of

the connections and controls for the APX480M are conveniently
located at the endsofthe amplifier and labeled appropriately.Toensure
the best possible electrical connections, the power, speaker, and RCA
inputs are gold-plated. An additional benefit
create a

2,3,or 4 channel amplified system with a flipofa switch (see
Application section).Inthe eventofcomponent failure or a short circuit, the
APX480M incorporates safe guards and an outboard ATC fuse to prevent
damage to the amplifier

INPUT CONNECTIONS AND AUDIO CONTROLS

The front panelofthe APX480M contains both connections for RCA and
speaker level inputs, along with the audio controls as shown below.

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1.CH3/4 Speaker Level Input

2.CH1/2 RCA Level Input

3.CH3/4 RCA Level Input

4.CH1/2 Gain Control

5.CH3/4 Gain Control

6.CH1/2 Bass Extender

7.

Source Select

8.CH1/2 Mode Switch

9.CH3/4 Mode Switch

10.

CH

1/2 Speaker Level Input

11.CH1/2 Frequency Control

12.

CH

1/2 Crossover Mode Switch

CH

13.

14. Frequency Range Multiplier

15.

3/4 Frequency Control

CH

3/4 Crossover Mode Switch

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The RCA connections are gold plated for optimum performance and low sig­nal loss. The RCA connectors are labeled CH 1 (front left), CH 2 (front right),
CH

3 (rear left), and CH 4 (rear right).Inapplications where RCA signals are
not present, the speaker level output from the head unit can be used. (Use
one or the other input, not both.)

• Gain
the nominal operating level
250mV to 2.5V for RCA inputs and 500mV to 5V for speaker level inputs, can
accommodate input levels from virtually any head unit.

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•

•

• CH 1/2 FREQ / CH 3/4 FREQ

• CH 1/2

Controls

Bass

Extender

band) Bass Boost circuit. It acts much like an equalizer with an adjustable
gain from 0 to +18dB fixed at 45Hz. Use this feature to tune low-frequency
audio response to compensate for a less than ideal subwoofer enclosure
design. The added boost produces rich, full bass tones that are normally
difficult to reproduce

undesired, set Bass Extender to

Source

2 CH BASS: Uses CH 1/2 inputs and has output from all 4 channels with

Bass Extender.

2 CH: Uses CH 1/2 inputs and has output from all 4 channels. The Bass

Extender will work only on

4 CH: Uses all 4 channel inputs and has output from all 4 channels. The

Bass Extender will work only on

Output

STEREO: Full left and right stereo operation.

CH 1Mono / CH 2 Mono: Single channel input for bridged operation. This

especially usefulinhigh-powered systems. (Uses

CH

1/2 Mono / CH 3/4 Mono: Allows for a stereo input to be summed into a

mono output.

adjustable from 55Hz to 550Hz. While CH 3/4-crossover frequencies are

adjustable from 55Hz to 5500Hz (via the Frequency Range Multiplier) for a

wider range

manufacturer's recommended crossover frequencies to quickly design a
more advanced system.

set to OFF, varying the frequency control will have no effect.

CH 3/4 filter switch to either HP or
55-550Hz (via CH 1/2 Freq) and CH 3/4
(via CH 3/4 Frequency and Frequency Range Multiplier). Use this feature
along with your speaker manufacture's recommended crossover
frequencies to design a more advanced system.

Select

Mode

Filter

APX480M

- Separate CH 1/2 and CH 3/4 gain controls allow you to set

- The amplifier features a "high-Q" (i.e. narrow frequency

Selector

of

crossover points. Use this feature along with your speaker

I CH 3/4

Power

of

the amplifier. The amplifier's input range,

in

the car audio

CH

Switch:

NOTE: If either

Filter

- A filter is activated by sliding the CH 1/2 and

System

environment

OdS.

1/2 and have no effect on

CH

1/2 and have no effect on

(CH 1/2

..

The CH 1/2-crossoverfrequencies are

LP.

CH 1/2 is fully adjustable from

Amplifier

NOTE: If bass boost is

CH

3/4.

CH

and

CH 3/4)

CH

2 and CH 4 inputs.)

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the Crossover Mode Switches is

is

fully adjustable from 55-5500Hz

3/4.

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CH

3/4

Frequency

increases the crossover frequencyofCH
Example: If the frequency hertz dial is set to 240Hz, pushinginthe
Frequency Range Multiplier changes the setting to 2400Hz.

Range

Multiplier

- When engaged, this switch

3/4 by a factorof10.

Manual

CONNEcnONS

The rear panelofthe APX480M contains power and speaker connections as
shown below.

FOR

POWER

AND

SPEAKERS

Figure 2

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1.CH1 Speaker Output

2.

CH2 Speaker Output

3.

Ground Input

4.

Remote Turn-on Input

8

5.

Battery + 12v Input

6.

(2) 25Amp Fuses

7.

CH3 Speaker Output

8.

CH4 Rear Speaker Output

Figure 3 - Electrical connections

Right FrontSpeaker (-)

leftFrontSpeaker(-)

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INSTALLATION

This section suggests Mounting and Wiring Precautions for installing the
Clarion APX480M amplifier. If you do not posses the necessary tools and
installation experience, do not attempt
tact your local Clarion dealer to perform the installation.

APX480M Power System Amplifier

to

install this amplifier. Instead, con-

MOUNTING

Prior to mounting the amplifier, make sure itissafetomount the amplifier in
that location. Failure
addition, stainless steel hardware should be used to mount the amplifier and
additional accessories. When possible, use a nut and bolt with a lock wash­er to secure the amplifier. Extra care and attention

installations due to the uncertainty of water conditions.

Additional precautions and suggestions:

1.

For the most efficient cooling, mount the amplifier so cool air runs along
the length
movement and circulation, a cooling fan can be installed.

2.

Mount the amplifierona rigid surface; avoid mounting to subwoofer
enclosures or areas prone

3.

Prior to drilling and holes, make sure the proposed mounting holes will not
cut into the fuel tank, fuel lines, electrical wiring, or through the boat.

4.

Do

not mount the amplifier where itissusceptibletowater.

WIRING PRECAUTIONS

Read allofthe wiring precautions priortomaking any connections. If you
are unsure and/or don't have the necessary installation hardware, contact
your local Clarion dealer to perform the installation.

1.

Before you begin the installation, make sure the source unit Power switch
isinthe OFF position.

2.

Disconnect the negative (-) leadofthe battery (or batteries) before making
any power connections.

3.

When making connections, be sure that each connection is clean and
secure. Insulate final connections with electrical tape or shrink tubing.
Failure to do so may damage your equipment.

4.

A good groundiscritical for the performanceofthe amplifier. A ground
wire should be run directly from the battery to the amplifier. Use black
insulated 10-gauge or larger wire for the amplifier's ground (-) power lead.

5.

Addanadditional fuse holder and fuse at the positive (+) terminal of the
battery. The fuse rating should equal the total current consumption at full
output
amplifie(s positive
complete installation has been performed.

PRECAUTIONS

to

do so can result in serious damage to the boat.

is

necessaryinmarine

of

the heat sink, rather than across them.Toincrease air

to

vibration.

of

the amplifier(s). Use red insulated 10-gauge or larger wire for the

(+) power lead. Do not install the fuse until the

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6.

When replacing the amplifier's fuse, always use one having the same

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amperage rating. Substituting a higher rated fuse or a slow-blow type can

result

in

serious damage to the amplifier.

7.

When creating passage holes for power cables, RCA's cords, and speaker
wires, use grommets to eliminate any sharp edges created during drilling.
This will protect the wire from being nicked and causing a short circuit.

8.

Extra cable can cause signal loss and act asan"antenna" for noise. Use

only high-quality RCA cords that are no longer than necessary.

9.Inmultiple amplifier systems, it is recommended to use a relay on the
remote turn-on lead

AND

WIRING

APPLICATIONS

of

the radio.

The Clarion APX480M 4-channel marine amplifier can be usedina variety of
system applications. Here are some examples to help plan your own installa­tion.

4-Channel Full-Range Stereo System

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this application, the APX480M is used as a 4-channel amplifier to drive

four full-range speakersinstereo.

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4-Channel Stereo System

2-Channel High-Pass, 2-Channel Low-Pass

BASS

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In

this 4-channel system, the

the front and a pair of subwoofers for the rear. Note the filter settings.

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drives a pair of stereo satellites for

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2-Channel Stereo System with Low-Pass

Bridged Mono Channel

BASS

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CH1/2

CH1/2

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The

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front and a single mono subwoofer for the rear. Note the filter settings.

can also be usedtodrive a pair of stereo satellites for the

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APX480M

2-Channel High Power System

Power System Amplifier

(Satellite or Subwoofer)

SOURCE

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The APX480M can be setupas a 2-channel high-power amplifier

drive a pair of satellites (or subwoofers).

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Mixed-Mode SystemOnRear;

SpeakersOnFront

L Full Range

L Speaker

L Full Range

Full-Range

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CH1/2 CH3/4 CH1/2

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EXTENDER

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MONO

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STEREO

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FREQ (hz)

80

100

125
150

200

L(mH)

8.0

6.4

5.1

4.2

3.2 199

C (uF)

497
398
318
265

Subwoofer 300W

NOTE: Chart values based on 4 Ohm speakers.

Figure 8

The amplifier can be configured for a mixed-mode operationoneither

channels 1/2 or 3/4 amplifier sections. The table provides component

values to create a 6dB per octave crossover at specified frequencies. Use

components that have a

.±

50/0

tolerance and capacitors rated at 100V.
NOTE: Choose the same frequency for both LP and HP crossovers. Do
not overlap frequencies, as this may damage the amplifier.

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SETTING THE GAIN

After completing the installation, follow these steps to set the Gain Control
and then perform the Final System Checks.

1.

Turn the Gain Control all the way counter-clockwise.

2.

Turn the vehicle's Ignition Switch to the ON position. Then turn the

ON/OFF Switch on the source units to the ON position. Set all Tone or

Equalization Controls to "flat" positions and turn Loudness off.

3.

Playa
NOTE: If the system uses an equalizer, set its frequency controls to "flat"
positions.

4.

Slowly increase the Gain Control. Stop when you hear a slight distortion
audio.

SETTING THE CROSSOVER

The Clarion APX480M features fully adjustable front and rear crossovers.
set the crossovers, follow these steps.

1.

Using the X-Over Mode Switch, select the desired mode: LP for Low Pass,

HP for High Pass or OFF for Full Range.

APX480M

CDorTape and set the Volume Control at 75%offull level.

Power System Amplifier

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To

2.

Using the Freq (Hz) Selection Control, select the desired frequency. If the

desired frequency exceeds the range

press the Crossover Frequency Multiplier Switch to increase the value by a
multiplier of 10.

• For example, 55Hz x 10

3.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 for both the front and rear crossovers.

SETTING THE BASS

1.

Initially set the Bass Boost control to its full left position (i.e.

2.

Listen to a variety of music styles (e.g. Rock, Rap, etc.) and slowly

increase the Bass Boost control until a noticeable increase

response

3.

Slowly adjust the Bass Boost control (up or down) to realize the best bass

response.
CAUTION: If you hear a "pop" (due to speaker over-excursion), lower the

Bass Boost to prevent speaker damage. If the system sounds muddy and
distorted (due to amplifier clipping), lower Bass Boost to avoid shutdown from
overheating.

10

is

perceived.

:::

550Hz or 550Hz x 10

BOOST

of

the Freq (Hz) Selection Control,

:::

5.5kHz.

OdB).

in

low bass

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FINAL SYSTEM CHECK

1.

Start the engine and turn on the source unit. After a two-second delay,
slowly increase the Volume Control and listen to the audio. If you hear any
noise, static, distortion
refer to Troubleshooting. Depending on your system design, the levels

or

no sound at all, check the connections, and also

may

become quite loud even at low Volume Control settings. Until you get an

of

"audio feel"

2.

Turn the Balance Controls to their extreme positions and listen to the

the system1s power, use care when adjusting controls.

results. Audio output should match control settings (audio from the left
speaker when balance

3.

Increase the volume and verify that the amplifier reproduces audio (at full

is

left).

frequencies) without distortion. If you hear distortion, check the connections
and verify that the Gain Control is set correctly. Another possibility is
damaged speakers

or

under-powered speakers. Once again refer to

Troubleshooting for additional help.

TRQUBLESHOOTING

Prf)blem

NoAudio.

Sqlution

Low ornoremote turn-on voltage. Check remote connections at amplifier and
source unit.

Blown amplifier fuse. Replace with new fast-blow fuse (same rating).
Power wires not connected. Check battery and ground wiring at amplifier; also

check battery connections.
Speaker leads shorted. Check speaker continuity

common ground.
Speakers not connected or are blown. Check speaker connections at amplifier,

measure coil impedance.

Problem

Audio cyclesonand off.

Solution

Thermal protection circuits are shutting amplifier off. Check location for adequate
ventilation; consult an authorized Clarion Audio Dealer.

Problem

Distorted audio.

Solution

Gainisnot set properly! or damaged speaker cones. Review Setting Gain; inspect
each speaker cone for signs

of

damage

(Le.

to

ground, it should not show a

frozen cone, burning smell, etc.)

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APX480M Power System Amplifier

Problem

Amplifier fuse keeps blowing.

Solution

Incorrect wiringorshort circuit. Review Installation and

check

all wiring connections.

Problem

Whiningorticking noiseinthe audio with engine on.

Solution

Amplifier is picking up alternator noiseorradiated noise. Turn down input gain;

move audio cables away from
on amplifier; install an in-line noise filter on source unit's
alternator

and/or

voltage regulator;

power

test

wires.

for

Check

power

and ground connections

power

wire;

weak

batteryoradd water to battery.

check

PRODUCT

Frequency Response
Signal Noise Ratio

THO

Input Sensitivity Low Level
Input Sensitivity Speaker Level
Max.

Power
Cant.
2-0hm
Bridged
Dimensions
Current Consumption @
Power Output

SPECS

Output

Power

Output

Stereo Output

Power

Max

20Hz

- 20kHz
>95db
.05% all channels driven
250mV-2.5V
500mV-5V
640W

(160 x4)

320W

(BOW

x4) @.05% THO

115W x 4 @ .5% THO

230W

x 2 @ .5% THO

1/8" H x 8 1/4" W x 12" L

2
46A

@ 640 Watts

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CLARION LIMITED WARRANTY

For USAand Canada only
If purchased from an authorized Clarion dealer, this product

and workmanship for a period
ucts, except for speakers, are covered by a two (2) year limited warranty when purchased from and
installed by an authorized Clarion dealer.
ALL PURCHASES OF CLARION PRODUCTS FROM NON-AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALERS ARE
SUBJECT TO FURTHER WARRANTY RESTRICTIONS AS DESCRIBED BELOW.
The conditions
("Clarion") under this limited warranty are as follows:

1.

PROOF OF DATE OF PURCHASE WILLBEREQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE OF THIS
PRODUCT.
PRODUCT, PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER
INFORMATION ABOUT CLARION AUTHORIZED WARRANTY SERVICE CENTERS MAY BE
OBTAINED BY CONTACTING OR WRITING CLARION

2.

This limited warranty will become void if service performed by anyone other than an approved Clarion
Warranty Service Center results

3.

This limited warranty does not apply to any product which has been subject to misuse, neglect or
accident, or which has had the serial number altered, defaced
connected, installed, adjusted or repaired, other than
Clarion.

4.

his limited warranty does not cover car static or other electrical interferences, tape head or laser pick-up
cleaning or adjustments, or labor costs for the removal or reinstallation

5.

The sole responsibilityofClarion under this limited warranty shall be limited to the repairofthe product
or replacement

6.

Product must be shippedinits original carton or equivalent carton, fully insured, with shipping charges
prepaid. Clarion will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred in shipping.

7.

CLARION PRODUCTS, INCLUDING PROAUDIO PRODUCTS, PURCHASED FROM A SOURCE
OTHER THAN AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES VIA
THE INTERNET FROM A NON INTERNETAUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER, SHALL NOT BE
COVERED BY ANY CLARION LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE EXTENTALLOWED BY APPLICABLE
LAW.INTHE EVENT AND TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE LAW PROHIBITS ELIMINATION OF
WARRANTIES UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES, THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD
SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE FIFTEEN (15) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.

8.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW SHALL

HAVE NO GREATER DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. UNDER
CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CLARIONBELIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR
EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU

9.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

10.The laws
enforcement.

11.

Should you have any difficulties with the performanceofthis product during.the warranty period, please
call or visit our web site for a listing of Authorized Warranty Service Centers
contact the Clarion Customer Service at the address listed below for any service help you may need

with Clarion products.

of

this limited warranty and the extentofresponsibilityofClarion CorporationofAmerica

IN

THE CASE OF THE TWO (2) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CLARION PROAUDIO

of

of

the StateofCalifornia shall govern and control this limited warranty, its interpretation and

of

one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Clarion ProAudio prod-

in

damage to the product.

the product, at the sole discretionofClarion.

OF

THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE

is

warranted against all defects in materials

IS

REQUIRED.

AT

THE ADDRESS LISTED BELOW.

or

in

removed, or which has been

accordance with the instructions furnished by

of

the unit for repair.

in

your area.

You

NO

may also

In

USA:

Clarion Corporation

of

America

Attn:Customer Service Manager

661W.Redondo Beach Blvd
Gardena, CA.90247-4201
1-800-GO-CLARION
[phone]

www.clarion.com

In

Canada:
Clarion Canada Inc.
Warranty Service Center
2239 Winston Park Drive
Oakville,Ontario L6H

5R1

[phone]

www.clarioncanada.com

13

80-0480M-01

281-0624-00 2003/8

clarion®

If purchased from an authorized Clarion dealer, this product is warranted against all defects in materials and
workmanship for a period
speakers, are covered by a two (2) year limited warranty when purchased from and installed by an authorized Clarion
dealer. ALL PURCHASES

SUBJECTTO

The conditions of this limited warranty and the extent of responsibility of Clarion Corporation of America CClarion")
under this limited warranty are as

FURTHER WARRANTY RESTRICTIONS AS DESCRIBED BELOW.

1. PROOF OF DATE

INTHE

CASE
INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER IS REQUIRED. INFORMATION ABOUT CLARION
AUTHORIZED WARRANTY SERVICE CENTERS MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING OR WRITING CLARION
ATTHE

ADDRESS LISTED BELOW.

2.

This limited warranty will become void if service performed by anyone other than an approved Clarion Warranty

Service Center results in damage to the product.

3.

This limited warranty does not apply to any product which has been subject to misuse, neglectoraccident,

or which has had the serial number altered, defaced
or

repaired, other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by Clarion.

4.

This limited warranty does not cover car static or other electrical interferences, tape headorlaser pick-up cleaning

or adjustments,

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.

6.

Product must be shipped in its original carton or equivalent carton, fully insured, with shipping charges prepaid.
Clarion will not assume any responsibility for any loss

7. CLARION PRODUCTS, INCLUDING PROAUDIO PRODUCTS, PURCHASED FROM A SOURCE OTHERTHAN

AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES VIA THE INTERNET FROM A
NON INTERNET AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER, SHALL NOT BE COVERED BY ANY CLARION LIMITED

WARRANTY TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE

APPLICABLE LAW PROHIBITS ELIMINATION OF WARRANTIES UNDERTHESE CIRCUMSTANCES,

THE APPLICABLE LIMITEDWARRANTY PERIOD SHALL BE

DATE OF

8.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPTTO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW SHALL HAVE NO
GREATER DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
SHALL CLARION BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF

THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON

HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO

ORIGINAL

9. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES

RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

10. The laws of the State of California shall govern and control this limited warranty, its interpretation and enforcement.

11. Should you have any difficulties with the performance of this product during the warranty period, please call or
visit our web site for a listing of Authorized Warranty Service Centers in your area.

Custom~r

Clarion

of

one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Clarion ProAudio products, except for

OF

OF

PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICEOFTHIS PRODUCT.

OFTHETWO

or

labor costs for the removalorreinstallation of the unit for repair.

PURCHASE.

Service at the address listed below for any service help you may need with Clarion products.

CLARION LIMITED WARRANTY

For USA and Canada only

CLARION PRODUCTS FROM NON-AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALERS ARE

follows:

(2) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CLARION PROAUDIO PRODUCT, PROOF OF

or

removed, or which has been connected, installed, adjusted

or

damage incurred in shipping.

LAW.

IN THE EVENT AND TO THE EXTENT

DEEMEDTO

YOU

SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, ANDYOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER

BE FIFTEEN (15) DAYS FROM THE

YOU.

You

may also contact the

In

USA:

Clarion Corporation of America

Attn:Customer Service Manager

661W.Redondo Beach Blvd

Gardena, CA.90247-4201

1-800-GO-CLARION
[phone]

www.clarion.com

In

Canada:
Clarion Canada Inc.
Warranty Service Center
2239 Winston Park Drive
Oakville,Ontario L6H 5R1
[phone]
www.c1arioncanada.com