For detailed information regarding warranty conditions, please see the separate warranty card
enclosed with your product. There you will also find information regarding how to register your
product for Clarion’s “Free Extended Warranty” program.
• “Free Extended Warranty” subject to terms and conditions.
You can also view the warranty conditions at any stage by visiting the Clarion webiste and
clicking on the “warranty information” link.
http://www.clarion.com.au
Contents
Thank you for purchasing this Clarion product.
• Please fully read this owner’s manual before operating this equipment.
• Check the contents of the enclosed warranty card and store it in a safe place with this manual.
1. FEATURES .......................................................................................................................2
Compatible with iPod® / iPhone® with PANDORA® internet radio App
Front Panel Auxiliary Input and 4ch RCA Output with Subwoofer Control
BEAT-EQ with 3 Band Parametric Equalizer and MAGNA BASS EX Dynamic Bass
Enhancement
Expanding Systems
Expanding audio features
®
/ iPhone
®
USB Memory
Portable Player
(Connect via AUX IN Jack)
iPod
Note:
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commercial products generally sold.
WARNING
For your safety, the driver should not operate the controls while driving.
Also, while driving, keep the volume to a level at which external sounds can be heard.
1. When the interior of the car is extremely
cold and the player is used soon after
switching on the heater, moisture may
form on the disc or the optical parts of the
player and proper playback may not be
possible. If moisture forms on the disc,
wipe it off with a soft cloth. If moisture
forms on the optical parts of the player,
do not use the player for about one hour.
The condensation will disappear naturally
allowing normal operation.
2. Driving on extremely bumpy or rough
roads can cause the disc to skip during
playback.
3. This unit uses precision parts and
components for its operation. In the
event that trouble arises, never open the
case, disassemble the unit, or lubricate
the rotating parts. Contact your Clarion
dealer or service center.
4. “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone”
mean that an elect ronic accessory ha s
iPod , or iPhone, res pecti vely, and h as
been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation
of this device or its compliance wit h
safety and regulatory standards. Please
note that the use of this accessory with
iP od o r iPhone may a ffect wir eless
performance.
iPhone and iPod are trademarks of Apple
Inc ., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
6. Pando ra, the Pandora logo and other
Pa nd or a ma rk s ar e tr adema rk s or
registered trademarks of Pandora Media,
Inc. or its subsidiaries worldwide.
“If you have any issues with the Pandora
applica tion on your mobile phone,
please direct them to pandora-support@
pandora.com.”
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CZ203AU
531-1629kHz87.5-108MHz
This product includes technology owned by Microsoft Corporation and
cannot be used or distributed without a license from MSLGP.
051 722 877
INFORMATION FOR USERS:
Changes or modifi cat ions to this product
unapproved by the manufacturer will void the
warranty and will violate FCC approval.
Front Panel / Generalities
For a longer service life, be sure to read the
following cautions.
• Do not allow any liquids on the unit from
drinks, umbrellas, etc. Doing so may
damage the internal circuitry.
• Do not disassemble or modify the unit in
any way. Doing so may result in damage.
• Do not let cigarettes burn the display.
Doing so may damage or deform the
body.
• If a problem should occur, have the unit
inspected at your store of purchase.
• The remote control unit may not work if
the remote control sensor is exposed to
direct sunlight.
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Cleaning the body
• Use a soft, dry cloth and gently wipe off
any dirt or dust.
• For tough dirt, apply some neutral
detergent diluted in water to a soft cloth,
wipe off the dirt gently, then wipe again
with a dry cloth.
• Do not use benzene, thinner, car cleaner,
etc., as these substances may damage
CHINA
PN:127071003545TX-1099K-D
the body or cause the paint to peel. Also,
leaving rubber or plastic products in
contact with the body for long periods of
time may cause stains.
The control panel can be detached to prevent
theft. When detaching the control panel, keep
it in the safety place and prevent scratches.
We r e c o mmend taking the DCP
(DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL) with you
when leaving the car.
1. Press the [SRC /
off the power.
2. Deeply pus h in [OPEN] button to unlock
the DCP.
3. Hold the side popped out, remove the
DCP.
] button (1 sec.) to turn
Attach the DCP
1. Hold the DCP and ensure that the panel
Remove the DCP
USB Port
• The USB memory stick may stick out
when inserted,so it may cause danger
during driving. When connect USB
memory stick to the main unit, please use
a USB extension cable(CCA-755).
• T he USB m em ory sticks m us t b e
recognized as “USB mass storage class“
to work properly. Some models may not
operate correctly.
Whe n the memori zed data is lost or
damaged by any chance, Clarion shall
not be liable for any damage.
When using an USB memory stick, we
recommend that you backup your data
stor ed on it before us ing a personal
computer etc.
• Data
memory s ticks in the following situation:
When disconnecting the USB memory
st ick or t urning the power off during
reading data.
When affected by sta tic electricity or
electric noise.
Connect/disconnect the USB memory stick
when it is not accessed.
• Connecting with the computer is not
covered.
faces towards you. Set the right side of the
DCP into the DCP bracket.
2. Press the left side of the DCP until it locks.
CAUTION
• The DCP can easily be damaged by shocks. After removing it, be carefully not to drop it or
subject it to strong shocks.
• Once the [OPEN] button is pressed and DCP is unlocked, car vibrations can cause the DCP
to fall.
• The connector for the main unit and DCP is extremely important. Be careful not to damage it
Note:
If the DCP is dirty, wipe off the dirt with a soft, dry cloth only.
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3. CONTROLS
Operational Panel
[MENU][BAND]
[OPEN]
[ / ]
[VOLUME]
[ SRC / ]
Names of Buttons
[ SRC / ] Button
• Power / Toggle the audio source
[BAND] Button
• Select tuner band(RADIO mode)
• Skip(PANDORA mode)
[MENU] Button
• MP3/WMA mode – Search function.
• CD mode – No function.
• RADIO mode – No function.
• AUX mode – No function.
• USB mode – Search function
• iPod mode – iPod menu
• PANDORA mode – Station select
[
] Button
• Press to eject disc.
[
, ] Buttons
• Previous / next track
• Search (long press)
• Station up/down(PANDORA mode)
[Open] Button
• Unlock the front panel.
[PS / AS] Button
• Scan play / Preset scan
• Auto memory store (long press)
[PS/AS]
Disc Slot
CZ203AU
[DISP]
[1~6]
[
] Button
• Sound effect setting
[VOLUME] Knob
•
• Bookmark (PANDORA mode)
[ISR] Button
• Recall ISR sta tion stored in m emory and
store current station in I SR memory (long
press)
[1~6] Buttons
• [1] Button: Scan play / Preset station 1 /
Create new station(PANDORA
mode)
• [2] Button: Repeat play / Preset station 2.
• [3] Button: Random play / Preset station 3.
• [4] Button: Play / Pause / Top play (long
• [5] Button: Previous folder / Preset station 5.
10 tracks down (long press) /
Thumbs up(PANDORA mode)
• [6] Button: Next folder / Preset station 6.
10 tracks up (long press) /
Thumbs down(PANDORA mode)
[DISP] Button
• Display switch
• System setup (long press)
press) / Preset station 4.
[ ]
[ISR]
USB Connector
AUX Jack
Remote Control (RCX001)
[SRC / ] Button
• Toggle the audio source
• Power on / Power off (long press)
, ] Buttons
[
• Preset station up/down
• Previous / next track
• Search (long press)
• Station up/down (PANDORA mode)
[SCN/PS/AS] Button
• Scan play / Preset scan
• Auto memory store (long press)
• Thumbs down (PANDORA mode)
[BAND/TOP] Button
• Select tuner band (RADIO mode)
• Top play (long press-CD/MP3/WMA mode))
• Skip (PANDORA mode)
[ , ] Buttons
• Volume up / down
] Button
[
• Play / Pause
[ISR] Button
• Recall ISR station stored in memory and store
current station in ISR memory (long press)
Notes of remote control using
1. Aim the remote control at the remote sensor
on the unit.
2. Remove the battery from the rem ote control
or insert a battery insulator if the battery has
not been used for a month or longer.
3. DO NOT store the remote control under direct
sunlight or in high temperature environment,
or it may not function properly.
4. Use “button shaped” lithium battery “CR2025”
(3V) only.
5. DO N OT subje ct bat ter y to rec harge,
6. Insert t he battery in proper direc ti on
according to the (+) and (-) polarities.
7. Store the battery in a place where child ren
cannot reach to avoid the risk of accident.
[DISP] Button
• Display switch
[RDM] Button
• Random play
• Thumbs up (PANDORA mode)
[RPT] Button
• Repeat play
• Bookmark (PANDORA mode)
[MUTE] Button
• Mute the volume
[SRC / ]
[ , ]
[MUTE]
[SCN/
PS/AS]
Inserting the Battery
1. Slide remote control unit’s rear cover in
the direction shown.
2. Ins ert battery (CR2025) into inser tio n
guides with printed side (+) up.
3. Press battery into compartment as shown.
4. Replace and slide cover until it clicks into
place.
Insertion guide
[BAND/TOP]
[ , ]
[ ]
[ISR]
[DISP]
[RDM
]
TPR[ ]
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4. CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
5. OPERATIONS
Handling Discs
Handling
• New discs may have some roughness
around the edges. If such discs are used,
the player may not work or the sound may
skip. Use a ball-point pen or the like to
remove any roughness from the edge of
the disc.
Ball-point pen
Roughness
• Never stick labels on the surface of the disc
or mark the surface with a pencil or pen.
• Never play a disc with any cellophane tape
or other glue on it or with peeling off marks.
If you try to play such a disc, you may not
be able to get it back out of the player or it
may damage the player.
• Do not use discs that have large scratches,
are misshapen, cracked, etc.
Use of such discs may cause misoperation
or damage.
• To remove a disc from its storage case,
press down on the center of the case and
lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the
edges.
• Do not use commercially available disc
protection sheets or discs equipped with
stabilizers, etc. These may damage the
disc or cause breakdown of the internal
mechanism.
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.
Cleaning
•
cloth and wipe in a straight line from the
center of the disc to the circumference.
• Do not use any solvents, such as
commercially available cleaners, anti-static
spray, or thinner to clean discs.
• After using special disc cleaner, let the disc
dry off well before playing it.
On Discs
• Never turn off the power and remove the
unit from the car with a disc loaded.
For your safety, the driver should not insert
or eject a disc while driving.
CAUTION
Basic Operations
Note:
• Refer to the diagrams in “3. CONTROLS”
when reading this chapter.
When the unit is turned on, starting and
stopping the engine with its volume
raised to the maximum level may harm
your hearing.
Be careful about adjusting the volume.
Power on / off
Notes:
• Start the engine before using this unit.
• Be careful about using this unit for a long
time without running the engine. If you
drain the car’s battery too far, you may not
be able to start the engine and this can
reduce the service life of the battery.
1. Start the engine. The power button / knob
illumination on the unit will light up.
2. Press the [SRC /
panel or the remote control to turn on the
power under standby mode. The unit goes
back to the last status after power on.
3. Press and hold the [SRC /
the front panel or the remote control to
turn off the power.
Mute
Press the [MUTE] button on the remote
control to mute the volume from the unit.
Note:
Doing the operation above again or adjusting
volume will release muting.
CAUTION
Engine ON
position
] button on the front
] button on
Volume adjustment
Turn the [VOLUME] knob on the front panel
or press the [
remote control.
The adjustable range of volume is 0 to 40.
] or [ ] button on the
CAUTION
While driving, keep the volume level at
which external sounds can still be heard.
Playing source selection
Press [SRC / ] button on the front panel or
remote control repeatedly to choose desired
playing source.
Notes:
Playing source selection means selecting
which mode, such as DISC mode, RADIO
mode and AUX mode.
Display system time
Press the [DISP] button on the front panel or
[DISP] button on the remote control to switch
the display information from clock, station
information (radio mode), or track information
(CD mode).
RESET
Note:
* When the [RESET] button is pressed,
preset radio stations, titles, etc. stored in
memory are cleared.
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System Setup
In any mode, press and hold [DISP] butto n
to enter system s etup. Press [
button t o select options, rotate the [VOLUME]
knob to adjust.
CLOCK
Press the [VOLUME] knob to enter clock setting
mode, rotat e the [VOLUME] knob to se t clock,
] or [] button to select hour or
press [
minute, press and hold the [VOLUME] knob to
DX/LO (RADIO mode)
Rotate the [VOLUME ] knob to choose radio
local or distant at RADIO mode.
• LO: Only stations with strong signal can be
received.
• DX: Stations with strong and weak signals
can be received.
AUX SENS (AUX mode)
Rotat e the [ VOLUME] knob t o choose AUX
Input sensitiv ity LOW, MID or H IGH at AUX
mode.
SCRN SVR: ON/OFF
Rotate the [VO LUME] knob to choose SCRN
SVR (screen saver) ON or OFF.
SCROLL: ON/OFF
For track informat ion t hat is longer than the
display panel:
When SCROLL is ON , t he LCD will scroll the
ID3 TAG information across the display, e.g.:
TRA CK- >FOLDER->FILE ->ALB UM->TITLE>ARTIST->TRACK->...
When SCROLL is OFF, the LCD will display
one of the ID3 TAG information, the default is
] or []
Audio Setup
Press the [
setting mode. First press shows current EQ.
Rotate the [VOLUM E] knob to change the
BEAT EQ in this order:
OFF -> B-BOOST -> I MPACT -> EXC ITE - >
] button to enter sound effect
TRACK, but user can adjust it to other ID3
TAG information by press [DISP] button.
S-CTRL (IPOD mode) : ON/OFF
Rotate the [VOLUME] knob to choose S-CTRL
(Simple control) ON or OFF.
* Refer to P9.
DIMMER: ON/OFF
Rota te the [VOLUME ] knob to choose
DIMMER ON or OFF.
ON: LCD dimmer is active when small light
of vehicle is turned ON.
• OFF: LCD a lways m aximum brightness
regardless of the vehicle small light.
PANDORA: ON/OFF
Select OFF if the PANDORA application
has not been installed on your iPod touch or
iPhone.
REAR/S-W
Rotate the [VOLUME] knob to choose REAR
or S-WOOFER (SUB-WOOFER).
BEEP: ON/OFF
Rotate the [VOLUME] knob to choose button
beep sound ON or OFF.
12/24H
Rotate the [VOLUME] knob to choose time
format: 12 or 24 hours.
CUSTOM
Rotate the [VOLUME] knob to change the
CUSTOM, and press the [VOLUME] knob,
the press [
including: BAS-G - > BAS-F - > BAS-Q ->
Press [SRC / ] button once or more to
enter RADIO mode.
Selecting the radio band
Press the [BAND] button on the panel or on
the remote control to select one radio band
among FM1, FM2, FM3, AM.
Manual tuning
During manual tuning, the frequency will be
changed in steps.
Press the [
to tune in a higher / lower station.
Press the [
remote control to select preset stations.
Auto tuning
Press and hold the [ ] or [ ] button
to seek a higher / lower station.
To stop searching, repeat the operation
above or press other buttons having radio
functions.
Note:
When a station is received, searching stops
and the station is played.
Preset scan
Preset scan receives the sta tions stored
] or [ ] button on the panel
] or [ ] button on the
BALANCE - > FADER -> M-B EX -> LPF(low
rotate the [VOLUME] knob to select a value.
BALANCE:LEFT 1-7->CENTER->RIGHT 1-7
FADER:FRONT 1-7->CENTER->REAR 1-7
M-BEX: ON/OFF
LPF: THROUGH/80/120/160
SUBW VOL: (-6)-(+6)
in pres et memory in order. This function is
useful when searching for a desired station in
memory.
1. Press the [PS/AS] button.
2. When a desired station is tuned in, press
the [PS/AS ] button again to c ontinue
receiving that station.
Note:
Be careful not to press and hold the [PS/
AS] button for 1 second or longer, otherwise
the auto store function will begin and the unit
starts storing stations.
Auto store
will be detected and stored in the memory.
Press and hold the [PS/AS] button (1 sec.) to
start automatic station search.
To stop auto store, press other buttons
having radio functions.
Notes:
1. After auto store, the previous stored
stations will be overwritten.
2. The unit has 4 bands, such as FM1, FM2,
FM3 and AM. FM3 and AM can store
by AS function. Each bands can store
6 stations, CZ203AU can store 24
stations in total.
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Radio Operations
Manual store
When one expected radio station has been
detected, press and hold number button 1-6
to store it in the memory.
Recall the stored stations
Press one numeric button among 1 to 6 on
the panel to select the corresponding stored
station.
Local seeking
When LOCAL seeking is ON, only those
radio stations with strong radio signal could
CD/MP3/WMA Operations
This unit can playback MP3/WMA
Notes:
• If you p lay a W MA file with a ctive DRM
(Digital Rights Management), there will be
no audio.
To disable DRM
(Digital Rights Management)
When using Windows Media Player 9/10/11,
click on Tool -> Options -> Copy Music tab,
then under Copy settings, unclick the Check
box for copy project music. Then, reconstruct
Personally constructed WMA files are used
at your own responsibility.
Precautions when creating MP3/
Usable sampling rates and bit rates
1. MP3: Sampling rate 8 kHz-48 kHz,
Bit rate 8 kbps-320 kbps / VBR
2. WMA: Bit rate 8 kbps-320 kbps
File extensions
1. Always add a file extension “. MP3”,
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be received.
To select LOCAL function, press and hold
the [ DISP ] button on the front panel, then
press [ ] button repeatedly until LO or
DX displays on the screen, and rotate the
[VOLUME] knob to select Local or Distant
mode.
Note:
The number of radio stat ions that c an be
received will decrease after the local seeking
mode is ON.
byte letters. If you add a file extension
other than specified or forget to add the
2. Files without MP3/WMA data will not play.
attempt to play files without MP3/WMA
data.
* When
display may differ the play location.
* When
no sound part is caused between tunes.
Logical format (File system)
1. When writing MP3/WMA file on a CD-R
disc or CD-RW disc, please select
“ISO9660 level 1, 2 or Joliet” or Apple ISO
as the writing software format. Normal play
may not be possible if the disc is recorded
on another format.
2. The folder name and f ile name can be
displayed as the title during MP3/WMA play
but the title must be within 32 single byte
alphabetical letters and numerals (including
an extension).
3. Do
having the same name.
CD/MP3/WMA Operations
Folder structure
A disc with a fol der h aving more tha n 8
hierarchical levels will be impossible.
1. Up to 999 f iles c an be recognized per
folder.
2. Tracks are play ed i n the order t hat they
were recorded onto a disc. (Tracks may not
always be played in the order displayed on
the PC.)
3. Some noise may occur depending on
the type of encoder software used while
recording.
Eject function
Just pressing the [ ] button, ejects the disc .
Notes:
• I f you force a CD into bef ore auto
reloading, this can damage the CD.
• If a CD (12 cm) is left ejected f or 15
seconds, the CD is automatically reloaded
(Auto reload).
Listening to a disc already loaded
in the unit
Press the [SRC / ] button to select the CD/
MP3/WMA mode.
When the unit ent ers t he CD/MP 3/WMA
mode, play starts automatically.
Loading a CD
I nsert a CD int o the center of the CD
SLOT with label facing up. T he CD plays
automatically after loading.
Notes:
• Never insert f oreign objects into the CD
SLOT.
• If the CD is not inserted easily, there may
be another CD in the mechanism or the
unit may require service.
• Discs without t he
CD-ROMs cannot be played by this unit.
• Some CD-R/CD-RW discs may not be usable.
or
mark and
TEXT
Pausing play
1. Press the [ 4 ] button to pause play.
“PAUSE” appears in the display.
2. To resume CD play, press the [ 4 ] button
again.
Displaying CD titles
This unit can display title data for MP3/WMA
disc.
When SCROLL is OFF, each time you press
the [ DISP ] button to change the title display.
MP3/WMA disc
Track -> Folder -> File title -> Album -> Title
-> Artist -> Track ...
Notes:
• If MP3/WMA disc has no ID3 TAG,, “NO
TITLE” appears in the display.
• Only ASCII characters can be displayed in
Tags.
Selecting a track
Track-up
1. Press the [
the beginning of the next track.
2. Each time you press the [
track advances ahead to the beginning of
the next track.
3. For MP3/WMA disc, press and hold the
[ 6 ] button (1 sec.) to move ahead to +10
tracks.
Track-down
1. Press the [
the beginning of the current track.
2. Press the [
back to the beginning of the p reviou s
track.
3. For MP3/WMA disc, press and hold the [ 5 ]
button (1 sec.) to move back to -10 tracks.
Fast-forward/Fast-reverse
Fast-forward
Press and hold the [
Fast-reverse
] button to move ahead to
] button, the
] button to move back to
] button twice to move
] button .
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CD/MP3/WMA Operations
Press and hold the [ ] button .
* For MP3/WMA discs, i t takes some time
until the start o f searching and bet ween
tracks. In addition, some errors may occur in
the play time.
Folder Select
This function a llows you to select a fol der
1. Press the [ 5 ] or [ 6 ] button.
Press the [ 6 ] button to move the next
folder. Press the [ 5 ] button to move the
previous folder.
2. To select a track, press the [
button.
Search Function
1. Press t he [MENU] button to enter FOLD
SCH mode. P ress the [VOLUME] button
to enter the folder list search mode.
2. Turn the [VOLUME] knob to select a folder.
3. Press the [VOLUME] button to enter the
file list searc h mode. And then the track
list appears in the display.
4. Turn the [VOLUME] knob to select a track.
5. Press the [VOLUME] knob to play.
* When play back MP3 / WMA file, this
function is performed in the current folder.
Top function
The top function resets the CD player to the
1) on the disc.
* In
current folder will be played.
Press and hold the [ 4 ]
] or [ ]
Other various play functions
Scan play
This function allows you to locate and play
on a disc.
Press the [ 1 ] button to perform scan play.
Repeat play
This f unction allows you to play the current
track repeatedly or play a track currently
being played in the MP3/WMA folder
repeatedly.
CD:
1. Press the [ 2 ] button once or more until
“RPT ON” appears on the LCD to perform
repeat play.
2. Press [ 2 ] button again to cancel repeat
playback, “RPT OFF” appears on the LCD.
MP3/WMA:
1. Press the [ 2 ] button once or more until
“TRACK RPT” appears o n the dis play to
perfor m repeat play, and “RPT” segmen t
lights on.
2. For MP3/WMA files, press [ 2 ] button
repeatedly until “FOLD RPT” appears on
the display for folder repeat play.
3. Press [ 2 ] button repeatedly until “RPT
OFF” appears on the display to cancel
repeat playback, and “RPT” segment goes
Random play
This function allows yo u to play all tracks
recorded on a disc in a random order.
Press the [ 3 ] button t o perform random
play.
USB Operations
1. Open the cover of the USB connector to the
right. Insert a USB cable (CCA-755) into the
USB connector. Insert a USB device into
the USB cable.
When connecting a USB device, the unit
2. To
select another source or turn off the power,
in order to avoid damaging the USB device.
Then take off t he U SB device. O pen t he
cover to the left.
3. Operation is same as MP3/WMA operation.
iPod & iPhone Operations
Connect
Connect an iP od or i Phone to the USB
connector via CCA-748 cable.
When connect ing a device, the unit will read
the files automatically. The track information
display on the screen once playback start.
MENU
In t he S -CTRL OFF mode, press [ME NU]
button,rotate the [VOLUME] knob s elect
“MUSIC” or “VIDEO”.
Select “MUSIC”, press the [ VOLUME] knob,
then rotate the [VOLUME] knob to show PLAY
LISTS / A RTISTS / A LBUMS / GENRES /
SONGS / COMPOSERS, press and rotate the
[VOLUME] knob t o sel ect a desired option,
then press the [VOLUME]
Select “ VIDEO”, press the [VOLUME] knob,
then rotat e the [VOLUME ] knob t o show
MOVIES / MUSIC VIDEO / TV SHOWS /
VIDEO PODCASTS / R ENTALS, press and
rotate the [VOLUME] knob to select a desired
option, then press t he [VOLUME ] knob to
NOTE:
• VIDEO MENU item is different by the model
of connected iPod and language setting.
CCA-755
to monitor
CCA-748
Note: Video function for pre-Lightning iPod/iPhone
Repeat play
This function allows you to play the current
track repeatedly or p lay all tracks in your
iPod/iPhone repeatedly.
1. Press the [ 2 ] button once or more until
“RPT ON” appears on the LCD to perform
repeat play.
2. Press [ 2 ] button repeatedly until “RPT OFF” appears on the LCD to cancel repeat
playback.
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iPod & iPhone OperationsiPod & iPhone Operations
Random play
This functio n allo ws you t o play all tracks
recorded on a disc in a random order.
1. Press [ 3 ] button repeatedly until “ALBUM RDM” appears on the LCD for album random
play.
2. Press the [ 3 ] button once or more until
“SONG RD M” appear s on the LCD to
perform random play.
3. Press [ 3 ] butto n repeatedl y unt il “ RDM OF F” app ea rs on the LC D to ca nc el
random playback.
Setting iPod simple control mode
Use this function if you wish to operate
through y our iPod connected to this unit via
the USB cable.
* The factory default setting is “ OFF “.
1. Press and hold [ DISP ] butt on to enter
system setup.
2. Press [
3. Rotate the [VOLUME] knob to select
• O N: O perations are made through your
• O FF: Opera tions c annot be made
Notes:
• When per forming iPod operations using
• When performing i Pod operations u sing
• Som e iPo d models do not s upport this
iPod menu alphabet search
This funct ion searches the subfolders for
desired alphabetical letters.
] or [ ] button to select
“ S-CTRL“.
“ ON “ or “ OFF “ .
iPod.
through your iPod.
simple control mode, make the operations
slowly. If repet it iv e operations a re
performed too quickly, unforeseen errors
may occur.
simple cont rol mode, please do no t
operate the iPod and the unit at the same
time, otherwise there may be unexpected
event happened.
funct ion. Cons ult your nearest Clari on
do not support this function.
1. Press the [MENU] button to select the iPod
menu mode.
2. Press th e [VOLUM E] kno b to sw it ch
between categories.
MUSIC: PLAYLIST, ARTISTS, ALB UMS,
GENRES, SONGS, COMPOSERS
VIDEO: MOVIES, MUSIC VIDEOS,
TV SHOWS, VIDEO PADCASTS,
RENTALS
3. Press the [VOLU ME] knob. (The contents
of the category are displayed.)
4. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.).
5. Rotate the [VOLUME] knob to select the
desired letter to search.
6. Press the [DISP] button again to nex t
per
form search.
7. Press the [ VOLUME
Listening to Pandora®
You can stream Pandora internet radio by
connecting an iPhone/iPod that has the Pandora
mobile application already installed.
To start streaming, connect the iPhone/iPod
with Pandora already launched.
When the unit displays “PLEASE LAUNCH
PANDORA APPLICATION ON MOBILE
DEVICE” in Pandora mode, please launch
the Pandora mobile application by operating
the iPhone/iPod connected.
1. Press the [SRC/
PANDORA mode.
Selecting a station from list
Press the [ MENU ] butt on and select ”BY
DATE” or ” A-Z” by r otating t he [VOLUME]
knob and press the [ VOLUME ] knob.
• BY DATE: List in an created date order
• A-Z: List in an alphabetical order
Go to next station or previous station
(in alphabetical order)
Press the [
control to go to next station.
Press the [
control to go to previous station.
] b utton to e nter the
] button on the panel or remote
] button on the panel or remote
Thumbs up/down
1. Press the [ 6 ] button on the panel or the [RDM]
button on the remote control for the thumbs up.
2. Press the [ 5 ] button on the panel or the
[SC N] button on the remote control f or the
thumbs down.
Notes:
• You can personalise your stations by “thumbs
up” or “thumbs down”.
• If you give a track the thumbs down after the
skip limit has been exceeded, your feedback
will be saved but the current track will continue
to play.
BOOKMARK artist or song
Short-press the [VOLUME] knob or the [RPT ]
buton on the remote control to Bookmark artist.
Long-press the [VOLUME ] knob or the [RPT
] butt on on th e rem
current artist of the song.
Creating new stations
Short-press the [1] button on the panel to create
a new Station from the current artist.
ote control to Bookmar k
AUX Operations
Press [SRC /
“AUX”.
AUX is just for audio content with 3.5mm Jack
connector pl ugged into audio-in socket on the
front panel.
AUX Input sensitivity setting
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.).
2. Turn the [VOLUME] knob to selec t “AUX
SENS”.
] button on the panel to select
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Long-press the [1] button on the panel to
create a new song.
Notes:
If the name of the station you wish to create
for a song title or an artist name is the same
as the station name currently playing, “NOW
PLA Y” appears on the display and the
station will not be created.
Skip
Press the [BAND ] b utton on the panel or
on t he remote
station.
Notes:
• Pandora limits the number of skips allowed
on their service. If you attempt to skip songs
beyond the limit, ”SKIP LIMIT” is displayed.
Play/Pause
Press the [ 4 ] button on the panel or the
[
] bu tton on the remote control for play/
pause.
3. If the output level of connected external
audio player is “HIGH”, rotate [VOLUME]
knob and choose “L OW”. And if the
output level is “LOW”, choose “HIGH”.
control for th e next song in
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6. TROUBLE SHOOTING
GENERAL
ProblemCauseMeasure
Unit can not power on.
Unit can not power on.
Nothing happens
when buttons are
pressed.
Display is not
accurate.
No/low audio output.
Poor sound quality or
distortion.
Unit resets itself when
engine is off.
Unit fuse blown.
Car battery fuse blown.
Replace with new fuse of correct rating.
Replace with new fuse of correct rating.
Press the [RESET] button with a thin rod.
The microprocessor has
malfunctioned due to noise, etc.
Improper audio output connection. Check wiring and correct.
Volume set too low.Increase volume level.
Speakers damaged.Replace speakers.
Heavily biased volume balance. Adjust the channel balance to center position.
Speaker wiring is in contact with
metal part of car.
Non-standard disc used.Use a standard disc.
Speaker power rating does not
match unit.
Wrong connections.Check wiring and correct.
Speaker is shorted.Check wiring and correct.
Incorrect connection between ACC
and Battery.
Note:
When the [RESET]
the ACC power.*
* When the [RESET] button is pressed,
frequencies of radio stations, titles, etc. stored
in memory are cleared.
Insulate all speaker wiring connections.
Replace speakers.
Check wiring and correct.
DISC Player
ProblemCauseMeasure
Disc cannot be
loaded.
Sound skips or is
noisy.
Sound is bad when
on.
Another disc is already loaded.Eject the disc before loading the new one.
There is an object install installed
the unit.
Compact disc is dirty.Clean the compact disc with a soft cloth.
Compact disc is heavily scratched
or warped.
Condensation may form on the internal
lens when the car is parked in a
humid place.
Remove the object inside the unit.
Replace with a compact disc with no
scratches.
Let dry for about 1 hour with power on.
USB Devices
ProblemCauseMeasure
USB device cannot
be inserted.
USB device is not
recognized.
No sound heard with
the display “No File”
shown.
Sound skips or is
noisy.
The USB device has been
inserted with wrong direction.
The USB connector is broken.Replace with a new USB device.
The USB device is damaged.
Connectors are loose.
USB device.
properly.
Reversing the connection direction of the USB
device, try it again.
Disconnect the USB device and reconnect. If the
device is still not recognized, try replacing with a
different USB device.
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7. ERROR DISPLAYS
If an error occurs, one of the following displays is displayed.
Take the measures described below to solve the problem.
DisplayCauseMeasure
ERROR 3
ERROR 5This is a failure of deck’s mechanism.Consult your store of purchase.
If an error display other than the ones described above appears, press the
problem persists, turn off the power and consult your store of purchase.
* When the
memory are cleared.
Disc is inserted incorrectly.Eject the disc then reload it properly.
The disc format is not supported.Try another disc.
[RESET ]
b utton is pre ssed, frequencies of radio stat ions, titles, etc. s tored in
[RESET]
button. If the
8. SPECIFICATIONS
FM Tuner
Frequency range: 87.5-108MHz
Usable sensitivity: 8dBf
Frequency response: 30Hz-15kHz
Stereo separation: 30dB(1kHz)
Signal/noise ratio: >55dB
AM Tuner
Frequency range: 531-1629kHz
Usable sensitivity (S/N=20dB): 30dBμ
CD Player
System: Disc digital audio system
Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
Signal/noise ratio: >94dB
Total harmonic distortion: Less than 0.1% (1kHz)
Channel separation: >60dB
General
Power supply voltage:
14.4VDC (10.8 to 15.6V allowable),
negative ground
Pre-Amp output voltage:
2.0V (CD play mode: 1kHz, 0dB, 10k
Fuse: 15A
Dimensions of the Main Unit:
188mm Width × 58mm Height × 190mm Depth
7-2/5(width) × 2-7/25(Height) × 7-12/25(Depth)
Weight of the Main Unit: 2.87lb. (1.30kg)
Dimensions of the Remote Control unit:
43mm Width × 11mm Height × 113mm Depth
1-2/3(Width) × 2/5(Height) × 4-2/5(Depth)
Weight of the Remote Control Unit:
1.16oz. (36g) (including battery)
7” 178mm
load)
2” 50mm
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MP3/WMA mode
MP3 sampling rate: 8 kHz to 48 kHz
MP3 bit rate: 8 kbps to 320 kbps / VBR
WMA bit rate: 8 kbps to 320 kbps
Logical format: ISO9660 level 1,2
USB
Playable audio format:
MP3(.mp3): MPEG 1/2/Audio Layer-3
WMA(.wma): Ver 7/8/9.1/9.2
Maximum power output:
180W (45W x 4)
Speaker impedance: 4
Special screw (Front panel lock) .................1
Car battery
4) Cautions on Installation
1. Prepare all articles necessary for
installing the source unit before
starting.
2. Install the unit within 30° of the
horizontal plane. (Figure 2)
3. If you have to do any work on the car
body, such as drilling holes, consult
Max 30
˚
Figure 2Figure 3
your car dealer beforehand.
4. Use the enclosed screws for
installation.
Using other screws can cause
damage.
(Figure 3)
ChassisChassis
Damage
Max. 6 mm (M5 screw)
5) Installing the Source Unit
1. Place the mounting bracket into the instrument panel, use a screwdriver to bend
each stopper of the mounting bracket inward, then secure the stopper.
2. Wire as shown in Section 7) .
3. Insert the source unit into the mounting bracket until it locks.
4. Take care of the top and bottom of the trim ring and mount it so that all the hooks
are locked.
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
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3) General Cautions
1. Do not open the case. There are no
user serviceable parts inside. If you
drop anything into the unit during
installation, consult your dealer or an
authorized Clarion service center.
2. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the case.
Never use a rough cloth, thinner,
benzine, or alcohol etc. For tough dirt,
apply a little cold or warm water to a
soft cloth and wipe off the dirt gently.
(182 mm)
Hole
53 mm
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Notes of installation
1. Before installation, please make sure
proper connections are conducted and
the unit operates normally. Improper
connection may result in damage to the
unit.
2. Use only accessories designed and
manufactured for this unit and other
unauthorized accessories may result in
damage to the unit.
3. Before installation, please fasten all power
cables.
4. DO NOT install the unit in the place where
close to hot area to prevent damage to
electrical components such as the laser
head.
5. Install the unit horizontally. Installing the
unit more than 30 degree vertically may
result in worse performance.
6. To prevent electric spark, connect the
Dashboard
pole.
7. DO NOT block the cooling fan exit to
unit, or it may result in damage to this unit.
Unit Installation
Method A
1. Insert mounting bracket into dash board,
choose appropriate mounting tab according
to the gap width, bending the mounting
mounting bracket in place.
2. Slide the unit into the bracket until you hear
a click sound.
Screwdriver
Method B
M5x6
Mounting Frame
1. Insert this unit directly to the opening of
the dashboard.
2. Place M5×6 cylindrical screw through the
holes of the mounting frame located inside
the opening to holes of the unit and fasten
the screws to left & right.
Dashboard
Trim Ring installation
Attach the trim ring around the front panel.
Take care of the top and bottom of the trim
ring and mount it so that all the hooks
are locked.
6) Removing the Source Unit
Disassemble trim ring
1. Push the trim ring to right and pull out the
right part.
2. Push the trim ring to left and pull out the
left part.
Disassemble the unit
1. Switch off the power.
2. Remove the panel.
3. Remove the trim ring.
4. Insert the removal keys straight back until
they lock, then pull the unit out.
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Mounting Bracket
5. Disconnect all the wires.
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Bottom
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7) Wiring and Connections
(Black)
Black
Antenna
Steering wheel
control terminal
Black
SWC
Refer to next page
Refer to next page.
Black
SUB OUT 1
Black
Gray
16-Pin Connector Extension Lead
(attached to the source unit)
White
Rear Left /
Rear Right /
SUB OUT 2
Rear audio output (Left)/
Subwoofer output 1
Red
White
Left
Right
Red
Rear audio output (Right)/
Subwoofer output 2
F ront audio
output terminal
Front Right
Front Left
Rear Right
Rear Left
Front Right
Front Left
Not used.
Insulate each wire
Gray
Gray/Black
White
White/Black
Purple
Purple/Black
Green
Green/Black
4-Speaker system
or
2-Speaker system
Gray
Gray/Black
White
White/Black
Purple
Purple/Black
Green
Green/Black
Yellow wire (Memory back-up lead)
Red wire (Power lead)
•
Connect it to the car power supply terminal for antenna
•
Black wire (Ground lead)
Orange/White wire (Illumination lead)
Connect directly to battery
Fuse 15A
Accessory
12V
Connect to vehicle chassis ground
Connect it to the car power supply terminal
for illumination
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8) Connecting the accessories
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connections.
Ensure that the connectors are not grounded or shorted to prevent damage to the