Clarion VZ509A Owners Manual

Owner’s manual & Installation manual

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DVD MULTIMEDIA STATION WITH 7-inch TOUCH PANEL CONTROL

Thank you for purchasing the Clarion VZ509A.

• Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating this equipment.

• After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in a handy place (e.g., glove compartment).

Contents

1. FEATURES .................................................................................................................... 2

Expanding Systems........................................................................................................ 2

Playable Discs................................................................................................................ 3

DVD Video Features ...................................................................................................... 3

2. PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................. 4

Liquid Crystal Panel/Generalities ................................................................................... 5

Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 5

About the Registered Marks, etc. ................................................................................... 6

3. CONTROLS ................................................................................................................... 6

Functions of Buttons....................................................................................................... 6

Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation .................................................................... 7

Remote Control Unit..................................................................................................... 12

4. BASIC OPERATIONS.................................................................................................. 13

Turning On and Off the Power ..................................................................................... 13

Adjusting the Volume ................................................................................................... 14

Opening the Liquid Crystal Panel and Adjusting the Angle.......................................... 14

Turning the Audio OFF................................................................................................. 15

Turning the Monitor OFF .............................................................................................. 16

Displaying the Clock Screen......................................................................................... 16

Setting/Ejecting a Disc ................................................................................................. 16

Connecting/Disconnecting an USB Media Device........................................................ 17

Selecting a Media Source ............................................................................................ 18

2-Zone Function ........................................................................................................... 19

5. SOURCE OPERATIONS ............................................................................................. 20

Radio Operations ......................................................................................................... 20

DVD Video Operations ................................................................................................. 22

Video CD Operations ................................................................................................... 29

Audio CD Operations ................................................................................................... 31

MP3/WMA/AAC Operations ......................................................................................... 32

DivX Operations ........................................................................................................... 35

6. SOURCE OPERATIONS (ACCESSORIES)................................................................ 38

iPod Operations............................................................................................................ 38

USB Memory Operations.............................................................................................. 42

Navigation System Operations..................................................................................... 43

AUX Operations ........................................................................................................... 43

7. SYSTEM SETTINGS.................................................................................................... 44

Audio Settings .............................................................................................................. 44

General Settings........................................................................................................... 47

Adjusting the Monitor.................................................................................................... 50

8. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................. 52

9. ERROR DISPLAYS...................................................................................................... 54

10. SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 56

INSTALLATION AND WIRE CONNECTION MANUAL ................................................... 57

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1. FEATURES

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■ NP509A (Hide-away Navigation) Control with Touch Panel

■ USB Direct Connection for iPod

■ 7-inch Wide-Screen Color LCD Touch Panel, DVD Video/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Player

Expanding Systems

Expanding audio features

4-Channel Amplifier

iPod

BLT370

Expanding visual features

Rear Vision Camera (CC2011E/ CAA185)

Expanding navigation features

Rear Monitor

USB Memory

NP509A

VTR etc.

Bluetooth

Note:

The items listed outside of the frames are the commercial products generally sold.

cellular phone

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Playable Discs

This DVD player can play the following discs:

Playable discs

DVD video discs

Video CDs

In addition, the DVD player can play CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW, and DVD+R/RW discs on which the following media files have been recorded:

Playable media files

MP3 ID3 TAG

AAC

Audio CDs

CD TEXT

WMA

DivX

About playing a DVD-R/RW or DVD+R/RW disc

This player can play DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs previously recorded in DVD video format or format with MP3/WMA/AAC/DivX files.

Discs that cannot be played back

This player cannot play DVD Audio, DVD-RAM, Photo CDs, etc.

Note:

• It may not be possible to play back discs recorded

on some CD/DVD drive units. (Cause: disc characteristics, cracks, dust/dirt, dust/dirt on player’s lens, etc.)

• If a CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW, or DVD+R/RW disc

that has not been finalized is played, it will take a long time to start playing. Also, it may not be possible to play depending on its recording conditions.

• You cannot play Super Audio CDs. Playback of the

CD player is not supported even if it is a hybrid disc.

Note on region numbers of DVD video discs

The DVD video system assigns a region number to DVD players and DVD discs by sales area. The DVD video region number playable in this system is marked on the disc jacket as shown below.

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For detailed information, see the sections entitled “MP3/WMA/AAC Operations” (page 32) and “DivX Operations” (page 35).

About CD Extra discs

A CD Extra disc is a disc in which a total of two sessions have been recorded. The first session is Audio session and the second session is Data session. Your personally-created CDs with more than second data sessions recorded cannot be played on this DVD player.

Note:

• When you play a CD Extra disc, only the first

session will be recognized.

About playing a CD-R/RW disc

This player can play CD-R/RW discs previously recorded in Video CD, Audio CD format, or format with MP3/WMA/AAC/DivX files.

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DVD Video Features

This unit provides the following functions in addition to the high image quality and sound quality of DVD video.

Note:

• The functions described in this section differ

depending on the DVD video disc. Refer to the instructions provided with the DVD video.

• Some disc functions may operate differently from

described in this manual.

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Multi-sound function

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DVD video can store up to 8 languages for one film; select the language of your preference.

• The languages stored on the disc are indicated by the icon shown below.

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Multi-angle function

A DVD video that is filmed from multiple angles allows you to select the angle of choice.

• The number of recorded angles is indicated by the icon shown below.

Subpicture (subtitles) function

A DVD video can record subtitles for up to 32 languages and you can select the language of the subtitles you wish to see.

• The number of recorded subtitle languages is indicated by the icon shown below.

Multi-story function

When a DVD video contains more than one story for a film, you can select the story you wish to enjoy. The operation procedures vary with the disc; observe the instructions for selecting a story provided during playback.

2. PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

For your safety, the driver should not watch the DVD video/movie data or operate the controls while driving. Please note that watching and operating the DVD video/ movie data 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.

1. When the inside of the car is very cold and the player is used soon after switching on the heater, moisture may form on the disc (DVD/ CD) or the optical parts of the player and proper playback may not be possible. If moisture forms on the disc (DVD/CD), 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 roads which cause severe vibration may cause the sound to skip.

3. This unit uses a precision mechanism. Even in the event that trouble arises, never open the case, disassemble the unit, or lubricate the rotating parts.

DVD menu

DVD Menus can be called up during DVD video playback to perform menu setting.

• Example showing DVD menu

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Liquid Crystal Panel/ Generalities

For a longer service life, be sure to read the following cautions.

• Be sure to house the liquid crystal panel inside the main unit when parking the car outdoors for a long period of time. The liquid crystal panel will operate properly in a temperature range of 0 to 60qC.

• Do not allow any liquids on the set from drinks, umbrellas, etc. Doing so may damage the internal circuitry.

• Do not disassemble or modify the set in any way. Doing so may result in damage.

• Do not draw the liquid crystal panel out and use it as a tray. Also, subjecting the liquid crystal panel to shocks may result in breakage, deformation, or other damage.

• Do not let cigarettes burn the display. Doing so may damage or deform the cabinet.

• If a problem should occur, have the set inspected at your store of purchase.

• Do not insert objects or poke in the space between the liquid crystal panel and the main unit when the panel is tilted.

• Do not place anything on the display when the panel is tilted.

• The remote control unit may not work if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight.

• In extremely cold weather, the display movement may slow down and the display may darken, but this is not a malfunction. The display will work normally when the temperature increases.

• Small black and shiny spots inside the liquid crystal panel are normal for LCD products.

• The liquid crystal panel may stop temporarily when it opens or closes, when the engine stops or when it is cold.

• The touchkeys on the display operate when slightly touched. Do not press the touchkey screen with much force.

• Do not push the case surrounding the touchkey panel with much force. This may cause malfunctioning of the touchkeys.

Cleaning

• Cleaning the cabinet Use a soft and dry cloth and gently wipe off the dirt. 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 the cabinet or cause the paint to peel. Also, leaving rubber or plastic products in contact with the cabinet for long periods of time may cause stains.

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

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About the Registered

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Marks, etc.

3. CONTROLS

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of

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this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• Windows Media™, and the Windows trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries.

• “DivX”, “DivX Certified”, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc., and are used under license.

• “Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• BBE MP (Minimized Polynomial Non-Linear Saturation) Process improves digitally compressed sound, such as MP3, by restoring and enhancing the harmonics lost through compression. BBE MP works by regenerating harmonics from the source material, effectively recovering warmth, details and nuance.

• Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

• Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the following US patents: 5510752,

5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

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Blink LED

[OPEN/CLOSE]

[VOL –]

Sensor

[VOL +]

[SRC]

Functions of Buttons

Note:

• Be sure to read this section while referring to the

front diagram.

Sensor

• Receiver for the remote control unit (operating range: 30° in all directions).

[VOL –], [VOL +] buttons

• Use these buttons to increase/decrease the volume.

[SRC] button

• When the liquid crystal panel is closed, press this button to change to the next source mode such as Tuner mode.

• When the liquid crystal panel is open, press this button to display/hide the Source screen to switch the source mode.

[OPEN/CLOSE] button

• Use this button to open/close the liquid crystal panel.

• Keep pressing this button more than 2 seconds so that the liquid crystal panel is positioned horizontally when the liquid crystal panel is open (Air Conditioner Operation mode).

• When the liquid crystal panel is closed, keep pressing this button more than 5 seconds to perform the panel calibration function to memorize the maximum angle of the liquid crystal panel.

Blink LED

• When the Blink LED function is set to “On” from the System tab menu on the General screen, blinks when the ACC power is turned off.

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Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation

Turning the power on

Engine ON position

When the liquid crystal panel is open

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When the liquid crystal panel is closed

System check

The CeNET format utilized on this unit is provided with a system check function. When the system check function is performed under the following conditions, the power is automatically turned off. Once turn off the engine switch, then restart the engine again.

• When power is first turned on after initial installation.

• When an external device is connected or disconnected.

• When Reset button is pressed.

* In addition to the above conditions, the system

check function can be performed from the System tab menu on the General screen.

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*1 These images indicate the buttons to press or

keys to touch.

You can change the media sources.

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Tuner mode operation

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(Source screen)

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• Select desired station after selecting radio band.

Switches the radio band.

Selects Home/Travel modes.

Manual tuning

Seek tuning

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DVD Video mode operation

(Source screen)

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(DVD Video mode screen) *2

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* Screen during DVD Video mode

when automobile moving.

(DVD top menu) *2

(Options screen)

(Setup screen)

Note:

*2 If you do not touch the screen for about 7 seconds, all the keys on the screen

will disappear. Touch the screen surface to redisplay them.

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Adjusting the General settings

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(Source or Mode screen)

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(Settings screen)

(General screen)

(Clock tab screen)

(System tab screen)(Display tab screen)

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Adjusting the Audio settings

(Source or Mode screen)

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(Settings screen)

(Audio screen)

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(Others tab screen)

(Beat EQ tab screen)

(BAL/FAD tab screen)

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Remote Control Unit

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❏ Names of buttons

Signal transmitter

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Operating range: 30° in all directions

❏ Functions of Remote Control

Unit Buttons

You can use the remote control unit to control the NP509A. When the 2-Zone function is ON, the controls work upon the Sub zone only.

Note:

• The steering wheel remote control operations work

upon the Main zone even when the 2-Zone function is ON.

[SUBTITLE]

[AUDIO]

[TOP MENU]

[ENT]

[SOURCE]

[BAND]

[6]

[ANGLE]

[MENU]

[E], [e], [T], [t]

[RETURN]

[–], [+]

[R], [F]

❏ Inserting the Battery

1. Slide the rear cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove it.

2. Insert the CR2025 battery bundled with the remote control unit in the directions shown in the figure, then close the rear cover.

Note:

Using battery improperly can cause it to explode. Take note of the following points:

• Do not short-circuit, disassemble or heat battery.

• Do not dispose of battery into fire or flames.

• Dispose of spent battery properly.

[AUDIO] button

• Press to set the Audio language. (in DVD Video and DivX modes)

• Press to change the Audio Channel mode. (in Video CD mode)

[SUBTITLE] button

• Press to display subtitles. (in DVD Video and DivX modes)

[ANGLE] button

• Press to switch among the angles when DVD video discs recorded in multiple angles are played back.

[TOP MENU] button

• Press to display the DVD top menu stored on the DVD video disc. Some discs are not displayed the DVD top menu. (in DVD Video mode)

[MENU] button

• Press to display the DVD menu stored on the DVD video disc. (in DVD Video mode)

• Press to display the Video CD menu stored on the Video CD. (in Video CD mode)

[ENT] button

• Press to fix the selected menu item on the DVD menu. (in DVD Video mode)

[E], [e], [T], [t] buttons

• Press to select desired menu item displayed on the DVD menu. (in DVD Video mode)

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CR2025 battery

Rear cover

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[SOURCE] button

• Press to switch the source modes such as Tuner mode, DVD mode, etc. (in any mode)

* Only DVD, USB, and AUX modes are selectable

when 2-Zone ON.

• Keep pressing more than 1 second to turn the 2-Zone function ON/OFF. (in any mode)

[RETURN] button

• Press to return to the previous screen while the DVD or Video CD menu is being displayed. However, it may occur that this button operation dose not work on some discs. (in DVD Video and Video CD modes)

[BAND] button

• Switches reception bands. (in Tuner mode; disabled when 2-Zone ON)

• Keep pressing more than 1 second to switch the Home/Travel modes. (in Tuner mode; disabled when 2-Zone ON)

• Press to select the next higher folder. (in MP3/ WMA/AAC/DivX and USB memory modes)

[VOL –], [VOL +] buttons

• Decreases or increases the volume. (in any mode; disabled when 2-Zone ON)

[6] button

• Press to play or pause video and audio media. (in DVD and USB modes; disabled in USB mode when 2-Zone ON)

• Keep pressing more than 1 second to stop video playback. (in DVD Video mode)

[R], [F] buttons

• Press to select the next lower or higher preset station. (in Tuner mode; disabled when 2-Zone ON)

• Press to select the next lower or higher chapter number. (in DVD Video mode)

• Press to select the next lower or higher track. (in Video CD, CDDA, MP3/WMA/AAC/DivX, and USB modes)

• Keep pressing to perform fast backward or fast forward playback. (in DVD and USB modes)

4. BASIC OPERATIONS

Note:

• Be sure to read this chapter referring to the chapter

“3. CONTROLS” (page 6).

Turning On and Off the Power

CAUTION

When the unit is turned on, starting and stopping the engine with its volume raised to the maximum level may harm your hearings. Be careful about adjusting the volume.

Note:

• 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 is supplied to this unit.

Engine ON position

The unit automatically memorizes its last operation mode and will automatically switch to display that mode.

2. To turn off the power, turn off the engine switch.

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Adjusting the Volume

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1. Press the [VOL –]/[VOL +] buttons to adjust the volume.

[VOL –]: Decreases the volume. [VOL +]: Increases the volume.

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• The volume level indicated in the display is

in a range from 0 (min.) to 33 (max.).

CAUTION

While driving, keep the volume level at which external sounds can be heard.

Opening the Liquid Crystal Panel and Adjusting the Angle

WARNING

• To prevent the battery from going dead,

operate this unit with the engine running if possible.

• When the liquid crystal panel is

operating, be careful not to get your hand or finger caught between the panel and main unit or the instrument panel of the car.

• Do not move the liquid crystal panel by

hand.

Standing up the liquid crystal panel

1. Press the [OPEN/CLOSE] button. The liquid crystal panel comes out and stands up automatically.

Note:

• If the liquid crystal panel stops in the middle of its

operation, press the [OPEN/CLOSE] button to house the panel and press the button again to raise it. The unit will enter the same display mode as the display was in when last turned off.

70˚

Panel calibration function

The liquid crystal panel’s maximum angle of inclination can be adjusted to match the installation configuration within the vehicle.

• Perform this with the panel in its housed position.

1. Keep pressing the [OPEN/CLOSE] button

more than 5 seconds. The electronic beep will be heard. After the beep sounds twice, the panel will come out and stand up to the maximum angle. After completion of the calibration, the panel will be housed into the unit automatically.

• If the panel does not strike the instrument panel or other parts of the car during calibration, the maximum inclination will be 110q.

• If the panel strikes a car part during calibration within a range of 70q inclination, the maximum downward inclination will be 70q.

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Adjusting the angle of the liquid crystal panel

The angle of the liquid crystal panel can be adjusted depending on the mounting angle of the unit or light coming into the car.

1. Turn the power on. When the liquid crystal panel is closed, press the [OPEN/CLOSE] button.

2. Touch the [o (Eject)] key to display the following Eject screen:

Turning the liquid crystal panel horizontal (Air conditioner operation mode)

When the way the liquid crystal panel is mounted hinders the operation of the air conditioner, the position of the panel can be turned horizontal temporarily.

1. Keep pressing the [OPEN/CLOSE] button more than 2 seconds when the liquid crystal panel is open. A beep sounds and the liquid crystal panel turns horizontal.

• Press the [OPEN/CLOSE] button again for

the panel to return to the original position.

• The unit can be set so that the panel returns

to the original position after a set time in the horizontal position (see page 48).

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3. Repeat touching the [Tilt] key to adjust the angle of the liquid crystal panel. Every touching the [Tilt] key tilts the liquid crystal panel forward or backward. The adjusted angle is stored in memory.

• Adjustment is possible within the range 70q

to 110q.

• There are 5 adjustable angles available.

MAX 110°

70˚

4. When the adjustment is finished, touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen.

Housing the liquid crystal panel

1. Press the [OPEN/CLOSE] button. The liquid crystal panel is housed automatically.

Note:

• When leaving this unit unused for a long period of

time or leaving your car, be sure to house the liquid crystal panel.

Turning the Audio OFF

You can turn off all of the AV features.

1. Press the [SRC] button to display the Source screen.

2. Touch the [Audio Off] key. The AV features are turned off.

Turning the AV features on

1. Press the [SRC] button to display the Source screen.

2. Touch the desired Source key. The AV features are turned on, and the system enters into the specified mode.

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Turning the Monitor OFF

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You can turn off the monitor screen, and change it to a black screen.

1. Touch the [SET] key to display the Settings screen.

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2. Touch the [Monitor Off] key. The monitor screen is turned off.

Turning the monitor on

1. Touch the monitor screen. The monitor screen is turned on, and resumes the last screen.

• You can also turn on the monitor by

pressing the [SRC] button.

Displaying the Clock Screen

You can change the screen to display only the digital clock on a black screen.

1. Touch the clock display on most screens. The Clock screen is displayed.

2. To return to the current mode screen, touch the monitor screen.

• Pressing the [SRC] button displays the

Source screen.

Setting/Ejecting a Disc

❏ Notes on 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 DVD player or it may damage the DVD 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

• To remove fingermarks and dust, use a soft 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

• Exercise a good precaution when loading a disc with the panel open.

• Never turn off the power and remove the unit from the car with a disc loaded.

• Do not use lens cleaning discs. These may damage the lens of this unit.

• When there seems to be something wrong with reading discs, please consult your dealer or an authorized Clarion service center.

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❏ Setting a disc

1. Insert a disc into the center of the insertion slot with the label side facing up. The disc will automatically be drawn into the DVD player.

After setting a disc

The system will automatically be switched to the relevant source media mode according to the disc, and start playing back the disc.

When a DVD video disc is set:

The system is switched to the DVD Video mode. See “DVD Video Operations” (page 22).

When a Video CD is set:

The system is switched to the Video CD mode. see “Video CD Operations” (page 29).

When an Audio CD is set:

The system is switched to the CDDA mode. See “Audio CD Operations” (page 31).

When a CD/DVD with MP3/WMA/AAC/DivX files is set:

The system is switched to the MP3/WMA/AAC mode or DivX mode according to the Playform setting. See “MP3/WMA/AAC Operations” (page 32) or “DivX Operations” (page 35).

Note:

• Never insert foreign objects into the disc insertion

slot.

• If the disc is not inserted easily, there may be

another disc in the mechanism or the unit may require service.

• 8 cm (single play) discs cannot be used.

CAUTION

For your safety, the driver should not insert or eject a disc while driving.

❏ Ejecting a disc

1. Touch the [o (Eject)] key to display the Eject screen.

2. Touch the [Eject] key to eject the disc. The disc will be ejected.

• If a disc is left in the ejected position for 15

seconds, the disc is automatically reloaded (Auto reload).

3. Remove the disc carefully.

4. Touch the [Back] key.

Note:

• If you force a disc into the insertion slot before auto

reloading, this can damage the disc.

Connecting/Disconnecting an USB Media Device

This unit has one USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector which is compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0.

❏ Playable USB media devices

This system can control the following USB media devices connected to the USB connector.

• Apple iPod

• USB memory

About the Apple iPod

iPods can be connected by using the connector cable supplied with the iPod you use, but in this case, you can enjoy its audio sound only. To enjoy video movies stored in the iPod with video displaying them on this unit, it is required to use the special connector cable separately sold.

Note:

• This system will not operate or may operate

improperly with unsupported versions.

• For detailed information on the playable iPod

models, see our home page: www.clarion.com

• For the other limitations, see “iPod Operations”

(page 38).

About the USB memory

This system can play audio files (MP3/WMA/ AAC) stored in an USB memory which is recognized as “USB Mass Storage Class device”. You can use your USB memory as an audio device by simply copying desired audio files into it.

Note:

• This system will not operate or may operate

improperly with some USB memory.

• Files protected with any DRM can not be played.

• For the other limitations, see “USB Memory

Operations” (page 42).

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❏ Connecting an USB media

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CAUTION

• For your safety, the driver should not

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connect or disconnect an USB media device.

• Do not start the vehicle’s engine while the

USB media device is connected, since it may result in loss or damage to data on the USB media device. Connect the USB media device to this unit after starting the engine.

1. Turn on the power of your USB media device, if required.

2. Confirming the orientation of the connectors, connect the USB media device to the USB connector of this unit.

• It may take a long time to recognize the

connected device.

After connecting an USB device

The system will automatically be switched to the relevant source media mode according to the USB device connected, and start playback.

When an iPod is connected:

The system is switched to the iPod mode. See “iPod Operations” (page 38).

When an USB memory is connected:

The system is switched to the USB Memory mode. See “USB Memory Operations” (page 42).

Note:

• Never insert foreign objects into the USB

connector.

• Always insert the USB media device fully into the

connector. Incomplete connections may cause the device not to be recognized.

❏ Disconnecting an USB media

device

1. Confirm that data transfer is not performed on the USB media device. For the method to confirm it, see the operation manual of your USB media device.

2. Remove the USB media device from the USB connector.

CAUTION

Be sure to disconnect the USB media device while the vehicle’s engine is running. Otherwise, it may result in loss or damage to data on the USB media device. Do not stop the engine when the USB media device is connected.

Note:

• When turning on the ACC power with no USB

media device connected, “No Media” may be displayed on the screen if the USB mode is selected.

Selecting a Media Source

When the liquid crystal panel is closed

1. Press the [SRC] button to switch the source mode. Each time you press the [SRC] button, the source mode changes in the following order: Tuner mode ➜ DVD mode ➜ USB mode ➜ AUX mode ➜ Tuner mode...

Note:

• When 2-Zone function is ON, the [SRC] button

works only for the Main zone. To switch the Sub zone source, specify it from the Source screen, or use the remote control unit.

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When the liquid crystal panel is open

1. Press the [SRC] button to display the Source screen.

2. Touch the desired Source key you wish to change to. The system is switched to the corresponding source media mode.

Available media sources

Source

mode

Tuner mode Tuner mode page 20

DVD mode*

USB mode*

AUX mode AUX mode page 43

Navi mode*

*1:The source media mode to be selected differs

depending on the data format of the disc set in the DVD player. When no disc is set, “No Disc” will be displayed.

*2:The source media mode to be selected differs

depending on the type of the USB media device connected. When no USB media device is connected, “No Media” will be displayed.

*3:This key is displayed only when the optional

navigation system is connected.

Note:

• When the USB mode is selected, video images

input from the AUX1 terminal will be output to the rear monitor. This is normal.

Corresponding

source media

mode

DVD Video mode page 22

Video CD mode page 29

CDDA mode page 31

MP3/WMA/AAC mode

DivX mode page 35

iPod mode page 38

USB Memory mode page 42

Navi mode page 43

Refer to

page 32

2-Zone Function

About the 2-Zone function

The 2-Zone function is a function that assigns separate source output to the Main zone (this unit) and Sub zone (the optional rear monitor) by simultaneously playing two sources in this system. Therefore, the rear passengers are allowed to enjoy a different video source from the source played on the liquid crystal panel of this unit.

• The source sounds of the Main zone are output from the speakers of the vehicle side, and those of the Sub zone are from the optional headphone systems.

• Controlling a source assigned to the Sub zone can be made by using the optional remote control unit. To control it from this unit, once assign the same source to the Main zone, then control it.

• When a media without video images is played on the Sub zone, a black screen is output to the rear monitor.

Note:

• When an interrupt of the navigation system arises

during the 2-Zone function is turned on, the sound of the Main zone is muted, but the sound of the Sub zone is output normally.

• When it arises during the 2-Zone function is turned

off, the audio signals to the 4ch speakers are attenuated, and the voice from the navigation system is output from the front two speakers.

• You cannot operate the 2-Zone function during the

interrupt of the navigation system.

• When the same source is assigned for Main and

Sub zones, operations in a zone are also applied for another zone.

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Assignable source mode for Main/

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Sub zones

● For Main zone

All the source modes can be assigned for the Front zone.

Owner’s manual

● For Sub zone

The following source modes can be assigned:

• DVD mode

•USB mode

• AUX1 mode

Note:

• The AUX2 mode cannot be assigned for the Sub

zone.

Setting the 2-Zone function

• The factory default setting is OFF.

1. Press the [SRC] button to display the Source screen.

2. Touch the [2-Zone] tab to display the 2-Zone tab screen. The source keys for the Sub zone are displayed.

3. Touch the desired source key you wish to assign to the Sub zone. The 2-Zone function is turned on with the selected source mode assigned to the Sub zone.

4. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen.

Note:

• Use the remote control unit to control the source

assigned to the Sub zone. To control it from this unit, once select the same source mode as assigned to the Sub zone for the Main zone, and then control it.

5. SOURCE OPERATIONS

Radio Operations

Listening to the radio

1. Press the [SRC] button, and touch the [Tuner] key. The Tuner mode screen is displayed, and the system resumes the last status of the Tuner mode.

2. Touch the [Home Travel] key to select the Home or Travel mode. The Home/Travel modes are provided to manage the preset stations separately in your home location and in a location during a trip.

3. Touch the [Band] key to select the radio band. Each time the key is touched, the radio reception band changes in the following order:

• In Home mode: FM Home 1 ➜ FM Home 2

➜ AM Home ➜ FM Home 1...

• In Travel mode: FM Travel ➜ AM Travel ➜

FM Travel...

4. Touch the desired Preset key to tune in the corresponding preset station.

Turning off the 2-Zone function

1. Press the [SRC] button to display the Source screen.

2. Touch the [2-Zone] tab to display the 2-Zone tab screen.

3. Touch and hold the [2-Zone Off] key for more than 1 second.

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