Clarion CAAD1 User Manual

W

ARRANTY

This product is warranted against all defects in material workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase.
The conditions of this warranty and the extent of the responsibility of Clarion Corporation under this warranty are as follows:

1. PROOF OF DATE OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE OF THIS PRODUCT. INFORMATION ABOUT
CLARION AUTHORIZED WARRANTY SERVICE CENTERS MAY ALSO BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING OR WRITING
CLARION CORPORATION AT THE ADDRESS LISTED BELOW.

2. This warranty will become void if service performed by anyone other than an approved Clarion Warranty
Service Center results in damage to product.

3. This 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 or removed, or which has been connected, installed, adjusted or
repaired, other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by Clarion Corporation.

4. This warranty does not cover car static or other electrical interferences, tape head cleaning or adjustments, or
labor costs for the removal or reinstallation of the unit for repair.

5. The sole responsibility of Clarion Corporation under this W arranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement
thereof, at the sole discretion of Clarion Corporation.

6. If it becomes necessary to send the product or any defective part to Clarion Corporation or an authorized
warranty service station, the product must be shipped in its original carton or equivalent carton, fully insured,
with shipping charges prepaid. Clarion Corporation will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage
incurred in shipping.

7. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW
SHALL HAVE NO GREATER DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CLARION CORPORATION 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 NOTALLOWLIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAYNOT APPLYTO YOU.

8. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARYFROM STATE TO STATE.

9. Should you have any difficulties with the performance of this product during warranty, or with any Clarion
authorized service centers, you may contact Clarion for a listing of Authorized Warranty Service Centers in
your area.

FCC S

TATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc­tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be verified by turning the unit off
and on, the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

2000-CAAD1-10 Rev. 0 (8/00)

Clarion Corporation of America

661 West Redondo Beach Blvd

Gardena, CA 90247

800-Go-Clarion

www.clarion-usa.com

©2000 Clarion Corporation, Gardena, CA

I

NTRODUCTION

:

The Clarion CAAD1 is a electronic serial data
translator specifically created for interface with
standard Audi factory radios. The CAAD1
allows the OEM factory radio to control a
Clarion CD Changer’s operations and audio
signals.

P

RECAUTIONS

:

• Before installation, disconnect the (–) negative lead from the vehicle’s battery.

• Always wear protective eyewear when using tools.

• Use extreme caution when drilling around electrical wiring, brake lines, and fuel lines.
Check clearances on both sides of a planned installation surface before drilling any
holes or installing any screws.

• If a fuse needs replacement, use the same value as the original. Do not substitute anoth­er rating.

I

NSTALLATION

:

1. Temporarily mount the Clarion CD Changer in the rear compartment using the acces­sories supplied with the CD changer (see the changer instruction sheet for mounting
procedures and details).

2. Locate the factory cable and plug the 13-Pin DIN cable into the CAAD1 adapter.

3. Plug the other end of the adapter into the 13-Pin C-bus input located on the side of the
Clarion CD Changer (RDC634 or CDC635).

4. Reconnect the negative (-) ground terminal to the vehicle’s battery.

NOTE: When the magazine is first inserted; the changer must complete one cycle before try-

ing to access the CD mode. If the CD button is pressed before the cycle is complete;
reset the CD changer by pressing the AM/FM button or turn the radio OFF then back
ON.

5. Turn the car’s ignition switch to the "on" position. Turn the radio on and press the CD
button on the factory radio. Function test the radio’s CD functions to confirm proper
operation.

6. Replace any components or panels removed while installing the adapter or changer.

O

PERATION

:

Consult your factory OEM manual for details on radio/changer controls and operations.

AUDI TO CLARION CD CHANGER ADAPTER

M

ODEL

:

CAAD1

2000-CAAD1-10 Rev. 0 (8/00)

Clarion Sales Corporation, 661 West Redondo Beach Blvd.
Gardena, CA 90247-4201 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Clarion Canada, Inc., 2239 Winston Park Drive, Oakville,
Ontario L6H 5R1, Canada Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]