Clarion CD Player CZ309 User Manual

Owner’s manual  
Mode d’emploi  
Manual de instrucciones  
CZ309  
CD/USB/MP3/WMA/AAC RECEIVER WITH CeNET CONTROL  
AUTORADIO CD/USB/MP3/WMA/AAC / AVEC COMMANDE CeNET  
RECEPTOR CD/USB/MP3/WMA/AAC CON CONTROL CeNET  
 
Thank you for purchasing this Clarion product.  
Please read this owner’s manual in its entirety before operating this equipment.  
Check the contents of the enclosed warranty card and keep it carefully with this manual.  
Contents  
1. FEATURES...................................................................................................................................... 3  
2. PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 4  
3. CONTROLS ..................................................................................................................................... 5  
Names of the Buttons and Their Main Functions ............................................................................. 5  
4. DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL)...................................................................................... 6  
5. REMOTE CONTROL ....................................................................................................................... 7  
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons....................................................................................... 7  
Inserting the Battery ......................................................................................................................... 8  
6. OPERATIONS.................................................................................................................................. 9  
Basic Operations.............................................................................................................................. 9  
Radio Operations ........................................................................................................................... 11  
CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Operations..................................................................................................... 12  
Operations Common to Each Mode............................................................................................... 16  
7. ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................. 19  
USB/MTP Operations..................................................................................................................... 19  
iPod Operations.............................................................................................................................. 21  
Satellite Radio Operations.............................................................................................................. 23  
CD Changer Operations................................................................................................................. 25  
DVD Changer Operations .............................................................................................................. 26  
TV Operations ................................................................................................................................ 26  
8. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................... 27  
9. ERROR DISPLAYS ....................................................................................................................... 29  
10. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 30  
11. OTHERS ........................................................................................................................................ 30  
1. FEATURES  
• USB Audio for iPod  
• SAT Ready via CeNET  
• 6ch/2V RCA Output with Built-in LPF/HPF  
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2. PRECAUTIONS  
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.  
CAUTION  
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS, OR  
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER  
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN, MAY  
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION  
EXPOSURE.  
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.  
THE COMPACT DISC PLAYER SHOULD NOT  
BE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED BY ANYONE  
EXCEPT PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE  
PERSONNEL.  
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT  
EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE  
MANUFACTURER FOR COMPLIANCE  
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO  
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.  
If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception,  
which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to  
consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
INFORMATION FOR USERS:  
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS  
PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE  
MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THE  
WARRANTY AND WILL VIOLATE FCC  
APPROVAL.  
Handling Compact Discs  
• Compared to ordinary music CDs, CD-R and  
CD-RW discs are both easily affected by high  
temperature and humidity and some of CD-R  
and CD-RW discs may not be played.  
Therefore, do not leave them for a long time  
in the car.  
Never stick labels on the surface of the  
compact disc or mark the surface with a  
pencil or pen.  
Display Screen  
In extreme cold, the screen movement may slow  
down and the screen may darken, but this is  
normal.  
The screen will recover when it returns to  
normal temperature.  
Bottom View of Source Unit  
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3. CONTROLS  
Names of the Buttons and Their Main Functions  
[
]
[
]
[
]
[
], [  
]
IR RECEIVER  
CD SLOT  
[
]
RELEASE  
[
]
USB SLOT  
[
] (EJECT)  
[
]
SOUND  
[
]
AUX  
[
]
SRC  
[
]
[
]
DIRECT  
BND  
[
[
]
RDM  
]
ROTARY  
[
]
RPT  
[
]
DISP  
[
]
[
]
SCN  
ISR  
[RELEASE] button  
[RPT] button  
• Perform repeat play while in the CD/MP3/  
Press the [RELEASE] button to unlock the DCP.  
WMA/AAC mode.  
[
] button  
[SCN] button  
• Perform preset scan and auto store while in  
the radio mode.  
• Perform scan play while in the CD/MP3/  
WMA/AAC mode.  
• Play or pause a track while in the CD/MP3/  
WMA/AAC mode.  
[ISR] button  
• Recall ISR radio station in memory.  
[w] (UP), [z] (DN) buttons  
• Select the folder while in the MP3/WMA/AAC  
mode.  
• Press and hold the button for 2 seconds or  
longer: Store current station into ISR memory  
(radio mode only).  
[IR RECEIVER]  
• Receiver for remote control unit. (Operating  
range: 30° in all directions)  
[DISP] button  
• Switch the display indication.  
[CD SLOT]  
• CD insertion slot.  
[ROTARY] knob  
• Adjust the volume by turning the knob  
clockwise or counterclockwise.  
[USB SLOT]  
[BND] button  
USB memory/MTP/iPod devices insertion slot.  
• Switch the band, or seek tuning or manual  
tuning while in the radio mode.  
[SOUND] button  
• Use the button to switch to the sound adjust  
mode.  
• Play a first track while in the CD/MP3/WMA/  
AAC mode.  
[AUX] input jack  
• The input jack for connecting an external  
device.  
[SRC] button  
• Turn on or off the power.  
• Switch the operation mode among the radio  
mode, etc.  
[DIRECT] buttons  
• Store a station into memory or recall it directly  
while in the radio mode.  
[x], [v] buttons  
• Enter the fast-forward or fast-backward mode.  
[RDM] button  
• Perform random play while in the CD/MP3/  
WMA/AAC mode.  
[Q] (EJECT) button  
• Eject a disc when it is loaded into the unit.  
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4. DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL)  
The control panel can be detached to prevent  
theft. When detaching the control panel, store it  
in the DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL)  
case to prevent scratches.  
Storing the DCP in the DCP Case  
Hold the DCP, in the orientation as shown in the  
figure below, and put it into the supplied DCP  
case. (Ensure the DCP is in the correct  
We recommend taking the DCP with you when  
leaving the car.  
orientation.)  
Removing the DCP  
DCP  
1. Press the [SRC] button for 1 second or  
longer to switch off the power.  
2. Press in the [RELEASE] button.  
[
] button  
RELEASE  
DCP case  
CAUTION  
• The DCP can easily be damaged by  
shocks. After removing it, be careful not to  
drop it or subject it to strong shocks.  
• When the Release button is pressed and  
the DCP is unlocked, the car’s vibrations  
may cause it to fall. To prevent damage to  
the DCP, always store it in its case after  
detaching it.  
The DCP is unlocked  
3. Remove the DCP.  
• The connector connecting the main unit  
and the DCP is an extremely important  
part. Be careful not to damage it by  
pressing on it with fingernails, pens,  
screwdrivers, etc.  
DCP  
Main Unit Front  
DCP Rear Panel  
Attaching the DCP  
1. Insert the right side of the DCP into the main  
unit.  
2. Insert the left side of the DCP into the main  
DCP  
connector  
unit.  
Main unit connector  
2.  
Note:  
• If the DCP is dirty, wipe off the dirt with a soft, dry  
cloth only.  
DCP  
1.  
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5. REMOTE CONTROL  
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons  
Some buttons on the remote control unit have different functions from the corresponding buttons on the main  
unit.  
Radio/Satellite Radio modes  
Signal transmitter  
[BND] button  
• Switches reception band.  
[x], [v] buttons  
• Moves preset channels up and down.  
[
]
[
]
SRC  
BND  
[SCN] button  
• Press to perform preset scan.  
• Press and hold the button for 2 seconds or  
longer to perform auto store.  
• In the Satellite Radio mode, press once to  
perform category scan; hold depressed for 1  
second or longer to perform preset scan.  
[
]
]
[
]
MUTE  
DISP  
[
ISR  
[
[
]
RDM  
]
RPT  
[
]
SCN  
CD/MP3/WMA/AAC and USB/MTP  
modes  
[BND] button  
• Press to play the first track.  
[x], [v] buttons  
Shared modes  
[SRC] button  
• Press the button to turn on the power.  
Press and hold the button for 1 second or  
longer to turn off the power.  
• Press to move the tracks up and down.  
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or  
longer to perform fast-forward/fast-backward  
(Except DRM file).  
[
] button  
• Use to alternate operation mode among the  
various modes.  
• Switches between playback and pause.  
[SCN] button  
• Press to perform scan play.  
[w], [z] buttons  
• Increases and decreases volume.  
[MUTE] button  
When in MP3/WMA/AAC and USB/MTP  
modes, press and hold the button for 1  
second or longer to perform folder scan play.  
• Turns mute function on and off.  
[ISR] button  
• Recalls ISR radio station stored in memory.  
[RPT] button  
• Press to perform repeat play.  
• Press and hold the button for 2 seconds or  
longer to store current station in ISR memory  
(radio mode only).  
[DISP] button  
• Press to select the desired display.  
When in MP3/WMA/AAC and USB/MTP  
modes, press and hold the button for 1  
second or longer to perform folder repeat  
play.  
[RDM] button  
• Press to perform random play.  
When in MP3/WMA/AAC and USB/MTP  
modes, press and hold the button for 1  
second or longer to perform folder random  
play.  
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Functions of Remote Control Unit  
Buttons  
CD changer/DVD changer modes  
Inserting the Battery  
1 Turn over the remote control unit and slide  
the cover in the direction indicated by the  
arrow in the illustration.  
[BND] button  
Press to switch to next disc in ascending order.  
2 Insert the battery (CR2025) into the insertion  
guides, with the printed side (+) facing  
upwards.  
[x], [v] buttons  
• Press to move the tracks up and down.  
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or  
3 Press the battery in the direction indicated by  
the arrow so that it slides into the  
compartment.  
longer to perform fast-forward/fast-backward.  
[
] button  
• Switches between playback and pause.  
[SCN] button  
4 Replace the cover and slide in until it clicks  
into place.  
• Press to perform scan play.  
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or  
longer to perform disc scan play.  
[RPT] button  
• Press to perform repeat play.  
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or  
longer to perform disc repeat play.  
[RDM] button  
• Press to perform random play.  
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or  
Insertion guide  
longer to perform disc random play.  
iPod mode  
[x], [v] buttons  
• Press to move the tracks up and down.  
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or  
longer to perform fast-forward/fast-backward.  
[
] button  
Notes:  
• Switches between playback and pause.  
Misuse may result in rupture of the battery,  
producing leakage of fluid and resulting in  
personal injury or damage to surrounding  
materials. Always follow these safety precautions:  
[RPT] button  
• Press to perform repeat play.  
[RDM] button  
• Use only the designated battery.  
• Press to perform random play.  
• When replacing the battery, insert properly, with  
+/– polarities oriented correctly.  
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or  
longer to perform all random play.  
• Do not subject battery to heat, or dispose of in  
fire or water. Do not attempt to disassemble the  
battery.  
TV mode  
[BND] button  
• Switches reception band.  
[x], [v] buttons  
• Moves preset channels up and down.  
[SCN] button  
• Dispose of used batteries properly.  
• Press to perform preset scan.  
• Press and hold the button for 2 seconds or  
longer to perform auto store.  
[RDM] button  
• Press to alternate between TV and VTR.  
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6. OPERATIONS  
Note:  
• Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of chapter “3. CONTROLS” on page 5.  
Basic Operations  
Switching the display  
Press the [DISP] button to select the desired  
CAUTION  
Be sure to lower the volume before  
switching off the unit power or the ignition  
key. The unit remembers its last volume  
setting.  
display.  
Sound Adjustment  
You can adjust a sound effect or tone quality to  
your preference.  
Turning on/off the power  
1. Press the [SRC] button to turn on the power.  
To change sound setting  
2. Press and hold the [SRC] button for 1  
second or longer to turn off the power for the  
unit.  
1. Press the [SOUND] button to switch to the  
sound adjustment selection display.  
The factory default sound setting is “Z-  
EHCR”.  
2. Then press the [x] or [v] button to  
select the sound adjustment mode.  
Note:  
• System check  
The first time this unit is turned on after the wire  
connections are completed, it must be checked  
what equipment is connected. When the power  
is turned on, the “S-CHECK” appears in the  
display, then the unit returns to the clock display  
mode. The system check starts within the unit.  
Then press the [SRC] button again, the unit turn  
to the radio mode.  
Each time you press the [x] or [v]  
button, the sound adjustment mode  
changes as following order:  
Z-EHCRBASSTREBLE↔  
BALANCEFADERS-W LPF↔  
S-W VOLHPF”  
In the case of display blinking “ENT”, you  
Selecting a mode  
1. Press the [SRC] button to change the  
can press the [  
] button to adjust the  
setting value.  
operation mode.  
The sound adjustment mode will be  
displayed for 2 seconds before showing the  
sound setting.  
2. Each time you press the [SRC] button, the  
operation mode changes in the following  
order:  
3. Press the [w] or [z] button to adjust the  
selected audio mode.  
Radio (Satellite radio) CD/MP3/WMA/  
AAC USB/MTP/iPod (CD changer) ➜  
(DVD changer) (TV) AUX Radio...  
4. After completing settings, press the  
[SOUND] button to return to the previous  
mode.  
External equipment not connected with  
CeNET is not displayed.  
iPod/MTP can connect to this unit via USB  
Setting the Z-Enhancer Plus  
This unit is provided with 4 types of sound tone  
effects stored in memory.  
SLOT.  
Adjusting the volume  
1. Turning the [ROTARY] knob clockwise  
increases the volume; turning it  
Select the one you prefer.  
The factory default setting is “OFF”.  
2-1. Select “Z-EHCR”.  
counterclockwise decreases the volume.  
The volume level is from 0 (minimum) to 33  
(maximum).  
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Basic Operations  
3-1. Each time you press the [w] or [z] button,  
the tone effect changes in the following  
order:  
3-4. Press the [  
] button to return to the  
previous mode.  
Adjusting the treble  
This adjustment can be performed only when  
the Z-Enhancer Plus is set to “CUSTOM ”.  
Z+FLATCUSTOM EXCITE↔  
IMPACTB-BOOSTOFF”  
Z+FLAT : user Z+FLAT  
CUSTOM : user custom  
2-1. Select “TREBLE”.  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select as  
following order.  
EXCITE : bass and treble emphasized  
mid emphasized  
TREB<G>TREB<F>”  
IMPACT : bass and treble emphasized  
B-BOOST : bass emphasized  
The factory default setting is “TREB<G>”.  
3-2. Press the [  
] button.  
OFF  
: no sound effect  
3-3. Press the [w] or [z] button to adjust the  
gain, the F (center frequency) and the Q.  
When “Z+FLAT” is set:  
TREB<G>:The factory default setting is “0”.  
(Adjustment range: +7 to 7)  
3-2. Press and hold the [  
] button for 1second  
or longer, bass/treble characteristics  
become flat and switch to the “CUSTOM ”  
mode.  
TREB<F>: The factory default setting is  
10k”.  
When “CUSTOM ” is set:  
(Adjustment range:  
3-1. Press the [x] or [v] button to select the  
BASS” or “TREBLE” mode to adjust.  
10k/12.5k/15k/17.5k)  
3-4. Press the [  
] button to return to the  
When “EXCITE/IMPACT/B-BOOST” is set:  
previous mode.  
3-2. Press the [  
] button.  
Adjusting the balance  
2-1. Select “BALANCE”.  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to adjust the  
balance of the right and left speakers.  
3-3. Press the [w] or [z] button to adjust the  
setting in the range of 3 to +3.  
The factory default setting is “0”.  
3-4. Press the [  
] button to return to the  
The factory default setting is “CENTER”  
(center). (Adjustment range: RIGHT12 to  
LEFT12 (right 12 to left 12))  
previous mode.  
Adjusting the bass  
This adjustment can be performed only when  
the Z-Enhancer Plus is set to “CUSTOM ”.  
Adjusting the fader  
2-1. Select “FADER”.  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to adjust the  
balance of the rear and front speakers.  
2-1. Select “BASS”.  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select as  
The factory default setting is “CENTER”  
(center). (Adjustment range: FRONT12 to  
REAR12 (front 12 to rear 12))  
following order.  
BASS<G>BASS<F>BASS<Q>”  
The factory default setting is “BASS<G>”.  
Setting the subwoofer  
You can set the low pass filter of subwoofer.  
3-2. Press the [  
] button.  
3-3. Press the [w] or [z] button to adjust the  
gain, the F (center frequency) and the Q.  
2-1. Select “S-W LPF”.  
3-1. Each time press the [w] or [z] button to  
select the setting, the setting changes in  
the following order:  
BASS<G>  
: The factory default setting is “0”.  
(Adjustment range: +7 to 7)  
BASS<F>  
THROUGHLPF 50LPF 80↔  
LPF 120”  
The factory default setting is THROUGH”.  
:
The factory default setting is “60  
(Adjustment range: 60/80/100/200)  
BASS<Q>  
: The factory default setting is “1”.  
(Adjustment range: 1/1.25/1.5/2)  
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Basic Operations  
Radio Operations  
Adjusting the subwoofer output  
volume  
You can adjust the volume output from the unit’s  
subwoofer output terminal.  
Listening to the radio  
1. Press the [SRC] button and select the radio  
mode.  
2. Press the [BND] button and select the radio  
band. Each time the button is pressed, the  
radio reception band changes in the  
following order:  
This adjustment can be performed only when  
the “S-W LPF” is set to “LPF 120”, “LPF 80” or  
LPF 50”.  
2-1. Select “S-W VOL”.  
F1 (FM1) F2 (FM2) F3 (FM3) AM ➜  
F1 (FM1)...  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to increases  
or decreases the subwoofer volume.  
The factory default setting is 0”.  
(Adjustment range: +6 to –6)  
Tuning  
When the volume level is more than 30, the  
subwoofer volume adjustment value can not  
reach +6.  
There are 3 types of tuning mode available,  
seek tuning, manual tuning and preset tuning.  
Adjusting the high pass filter  
2-1. Select “HPF”.  
Seek tuning  
1. Press the [BND] button and select the  
desired band (FM or AM).  
3-1. Each time you press the [w] or [z] button  
to select the setting.  
If “MANU” is lit in the display, press and hold  
the [BND] button for 1 second or longer.  
MANU” in the display goes off and seek  
tuning is now available.  
The setting changes in the following order:  
120THROUGH”  
The factory default setting is “THROUGH”  
(through).  
This is supported only with amplifiers  
equipped with this function. Output is not  
supported from RCA cables.  
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to  
automatically seek a station.  
Manual tuning  
There are 2 ways available: Quick tuning and  
step tuning.  
Note:  
• During SOUND adjustment mode, if no operation  
is performed for more than 10 seconds, this  
mode can be cancelled and return to previous  
mode.  
Quick tuning  
Press and hold the [x] or [v] button for 1  
second or longer to tune in a station.  
Setting the MAGNA BASS EXTEND  
Step tuning  
The MAGNA BASS EXTEND does not adjust  
the low frequencies like the normal sound  
adjustment function, but emphasizes the deep  
bass frequencies to provide you with a dynamic  
sound.  
Press the [x] or [v] button to manually tune  
in a station.  
Recalling a preset station  
A total of 24 preset positions (6-FM1, 6-FM2, 6-  
FM3, 6-AM) exists to store individual radio  
stations in memory. Press the corresponding  
[DIRECT] button or the [w] / [z] button to  
recall the stored radio frequency automatically.  
The factory default setting is “OFF” (off).  
1. Press and hold the [SOUND] button for 1  
second or longer to turn on the MAGNA  
BASS EXTEND effect. “M-B EX” appears in  
the display for 2 seconds.  
2. Press and hold the [SOUND] button for 1  
second or longer to turn off the MAGNA  
BASS EXTEND effect.  
Manual memory  
1. Select the desired station with seek tuning or  
manual tuning.  
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Radio Operations  
2. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons  
for 2 seconds or longer to store the current  
station into preset memory.  
CD/MP3/WMA/AAC  
Operations  
MP3/WMA/AAC  
This unit can play back MP3/WMA/AAC files.  
Auto store  
Auto store is a function for storing up to 6  
stations that are automatically tuned in  
sequentially. If 6 receivable stations cannot be  
received, a previously stored station remains  
unoverwritten at the memory position.  
Notes:  
• If you play a file with DRM (Digital Rights  
Management) for WMA remaining ON, no audio  
is output (The WMA indicator blinks).  
• Windows Media™, and the Windows ® logo are  
trademarks, or registered trademarks of  
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or  
other countries.  
1. Press the [BND] button and select the  
desired band (FM or AM).  
2. Press and hold the [  
] button for 2 seconds  
To disable DRM (Digital Rights  
Management)  
or longer. The stations with good reception  
are stored automatically to the preset  
channels.  
1. When using Windows Media Player 9/10/11,  
click on TOOL OPTIONS MUSIC  
RECORD tab, then under Recording  
settings, unclick the Check box for RECORD  
PROTECTED MUSIC. Then, reconstruct  
files.  
Preset scan  
Preset scan receives the stations stored in  
preset memory in order. This function is useful  
when searching for a desired station in memory.  
Personally constructed WMA files are used  
at your own responsibility.  
1. Press the [  
2. When a desired station is tuned in, press the  
] button again to continue receiving that  
station.  
Note:  
• Be careful not to press and hold the [  
] button.  
[
Precautions when creating MP3/  
WMA/AAC file  
Usable sampling rates and bit rates  
1. MP3: Sampling rate 8 kHz-48 kHz,  
Bit rate 8 kbps-320 kbps / VBR  
] button  
for 2 seconds or longer, otherwise the auto store  
function is engaged and the unit starts storing  
stations.  
2. WMA: Bit rate 8 kbps-320 kbps  
3. AAC: Sampling rate 8 kHz-48 kHz,  
Bit rate 8 kbps-320 kbps / VBR  
Instant station recall (ISR)  
Instant station recall is a special radio preset  
that instantly accesses a favorite radio station at  
a touch of a button. The ISR function even  
operates with the unit in other modes.  
File extensions  
1. Always add a file extension “.MP3”, “.WMA”  
or “.M4A” to MP3, WMA or AAC file by using  
single byte letters. If you add a file extension  
other than specified or forget to add the file  
extension, the file cannot be played.  
ISR memory  
1. Select the station that you wish to store in  
ISR memory.  
2. Files without MP3/WMA/AAC data will not  
play. The indication “NO FILE” appears in  
the play time display if you attempt to play  
files without MP3/WMA/AAC data.  
2. Press and hold the [ISR] button for 2  
seconds or longer.  
Recalling a station with ISR  
When VBR files are played, the play time display  
In any mode, press the [ISR] button to turn on  
the radio function and tune the selected radio  
station. “ISR” appears in the display. Press the  
[ISR] button again to return to the previous  
mode.  
may differ the play location.  
When MP3/WMA/AAC files are played, a little no  
sound part is caused between tunes.  
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CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Operations  
Logical format (File system)  
1. Press and hold the [BND] button for 1  
second or longer.  
1. When writing MP3/WMA/AAC file on a CD-R  
disc or CD-RW disc, please select “ISO9660  
level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo” or APPLE  
ISO as the writing software format. Normal  
play may not be possible if the disc is  
recorded on another format.  
Each time the button is held pressed in this  
way, “M-SESS” will be displayed for 1  
second, then “CD” or “MP3” appears in the  
display, the playback type alternates  
between CD type and MP3/WMA/AAC type.  
2. The folder name and file name can be  
displayed as the title during MP3/WMA/AAC  
play but the title must be within 64 single  
byte alphabetical letters and numerals  
(including an extension).  
• “M-SESS CD”  
When playing music CD only.  
• “M-SESS MP3”  
When playing music MP3/WMA/AAC only.  
2. When setting is completed, remove the disc  
3. Do not affix a name to a file inside a folder  
and reinsert it.  
having the same name.  
Folder structure  
1. A disc with a folder having more than 8  
hierarchical levels will be impossible.  
Disc-In-Play function  
As long as the ignition key is turned to the ON or  
ACC position, this function allows you to turn the  
power to the unit and start playing the disc  
automatically when the disc is inserted even if  
the power is not turned on.  
Number of files or folders  
1. Up to 255 files can be recognized per folder.  
Up to 510 files can be played.  
2. Tracks are played in the order that they were  
recorded onto a disc. (Tracks might not  
always be played in the order displayed on  
the PC.)  
CAUTION  
• Do not try to put your hand or fingers in  
the disc insertion slot. Also never insert  
foreign objects into the slot.  
• Do not insert discs where adhesive comes  
out from cellophane tape or a rental CD  
label, or discs with marks where  
cellophane tape or rental CD labels were  
removed. It may be impossible to extract  
these discs from the unit and they may  
cause the unit to break down.  
3. Some noise may occur depending on the  
type of encoder software used while  
recording.  
Set the type of file to be played  
(multi-session function)  
When a single disc holds both normal CD type  
tracks and MP3/WMA/AAC type tracks, use this  
command to select which type of track to play.  
Backup Eject function  
Default setting is “M-SESS CD”.  
When only one type of track (either music CD  
or MP3/WMA/AAC) is recorded on a disc,  
selecting either type will allow playback of the  
disc.  
Just pressing the [Q] button, ejects the disc  
even if the power to the unit was not turned on.  
1. Press the [Q] button to eject the CD. Take it  
out from the ejected position. EJECT”  
appears in the display.  
When playing CCCD (copy-control CDs), set  
to CD type.  
Notes:  
• If a CD (12 cm) is left in the ejected position for  
15 seconds, the CD is automatically reloaded  
(Auto reload).  
• If you force a CD into before auto reloading, this  
can damage the CD.  
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CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Operations  
Listening to a disc already loaded in  
the unit  
Press the [SRC] button to select the CD/MP3/  
WMA/AAC mode.  
Displaying CD titles  
This unit can display title data for CD-text/MP3/  
WMA/AAC disc and user titles input with this  
unit.  
1. Each time you press the [DISP] button to  
When the unit enters the CD/MP3/WMA/AAC  
mode, play starts automatically.  
change the title display.  
CD-TEXT disc  
User Track Disc Artist User ...  
If there is no disc loaded, the indication “NO  
DISC” appears in the title display.  
MP3/WMA/AAC disc  
Track Folder Title Album Artist ➜  
Track ...  
Loading a CD  
1. Insert a CD into the center of the CD SLOT  
with the labeled side facing up. “LOADING”  
appears in the display, the CD enters into the  
slot, and the play starts.  
Notes:  
• If the CD playing is not a CD-text CD or no user  
title has been input, “NO TITLE” appears in the  
display.  
• If MP3/WMA/AAC disc is not input TAG, “NO  
TITLE” appears in the display.  
• For MP3, supports ID3 Tags V2.3 / 2.2 / 1.1 / 1.0.  
• Tag displays give priority to V2.3 / 2.2.  
• In the case of album Tags for WMA, the  
information written into the extension header is  
displayed.  
Notes:  
• Never insert foreign 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 not bearing the  
CD-ROMs cannot be played by this unit.  
or  
mark and  
• Some CDs recorded in CD-R/CD-RW mode may  
not be usable.  
• Only ASCII characters can be displayed in Tags.  
Selecting a track  
Track-up  
Pausing play  
1. Press the [  
] button to pause play.  
1. Press the [v] button to move ahead to the  
PAUSE” appears in the display.  
2. To resume CD play, press the [  
beginning of the next track.  
] button  
2. Each time you press the [v] button, the  
track advances ahead to the beginning of the  
next track.  
again.  
Track-down  
1. Press the [x] button to move back to the  
beginning of the current track.  
2. Press the [x] button twice to move back to  
the beginning of the previous track.  
Fast-forward/fast-backward  
Fast-forward  
1. Press and hold the [v] button for 1 second  
or longer.  
Fast-backward  
1. Press and hold the [x] button for 1 second  
or longer.  
For MP3/WMA/AAC discs, it takes some time  
until the start of searching and between tracks. In  
addition, the playing time may have a margin of  
error.  
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CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Operations  
Folder repeat play  
Folder Select  
This function allows you to play a track currently  
being played in the MP3/WMA/AAC folder  
repeatedly.  
This function allows you to select a folder  
containing MP3/WMA/AAC files and start  
playing from the first track in the folder.  
1. Press and hold the [RPT] button for 1 second  
1. Press the [z] or [w] button.  
or longer to perform folder repeat play.  
Press the [w] button to move the next folder.  
Press the [z] button to move the previous  
folder.  
Random play  
This function allows you to play all tracks  
recorded on a disc in a random order.  
2. To select a track, press the [x] or [v]  
button.  
1. Press the [RDM] button to perform random  
play.  
Folder random play  
Top function  
The top function resets the CD player to the first  
track of the disc. Press the [BND] button to play  
the first track (track No. 1) on the disc.  
This function allows you to play all the tracks of  
all the folders recorded on an MP3/WMA/AAC  
disc in a random order.  
1. Press and hold the [RDM] button for 1  
second or longer to perform folder random  
play.  
In case of MP3/WMA/AAC, the first track of a  
folder being played will be returned.  
To cancel play  
1. Press the operating button previously  
selected.  
The various play mode is canceled and the  
various play off mode appears in the display for 2  
seconds.  
Other various play functions  
Scan play  
This function allows you to locate and play the  
first 10 seconds of all the tracks recorded on a  
disc.  
1. Press the [SCN] button to perform scan play.  
Folder scan play  
This function allows you to locate and play the  
first 10 seconds of the first track of all the folders  
on an MP3/WMA/AAC disc.  
1. Press and hold the [SCN] button for 1  
second or longer to perform folder scan play.  
Repeat play  
This function allows you to play the current track  
repeatedly.  
1. Press the [RPT] button to perform repeat  
play.  
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Operations Common to Each Mode  
Turning the screen saver function on  
or off  
To change adjustment setting  
This unit is provided with the screen saver  
function which allows you to show various kinds  
of patterns and characters in the operation  
status indication area of the display in a random  
order. You can turn on or off this function. If the  
button operation is performed with the screen  
saver function on, the operation display  
corresponding to the button operation is shown  
for about 30 seconds and the display returns to  
the screen saver display.  
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button for 1  
second or longer to switch to the  
adjustment selection display.  
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select  
the “item name”.  
CLOCKSETTINGSSCRN SVR”  
MSG INPSCROLLDIMMER”  
A-CANCELTEL-SPTEL-  
SWS-CHECK”  
3. Press the [w] or [z] button to select the  
desired setting value”.  
The factory default setting is “ON”.  
2-1. Select “SCRN SVR”.  
In the case of display blinking “ENT”, you  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select the  
can press the [  
] button to adjust the  
setting.  
setting value.  
After completing settings, press the [DISP]  
button to return to the previous mode.  
Each time you press the [w] or [z] button,  
the setting changes in the following order:  
MESSAGEONOFF”  
Entering message information  
Message up to 30 characters long can be stored  
in memory and displayed as a type of screen  
saver setting.  
Setting the clock  
2-1. Select “CLOCK”.  
3-1. Press the [  
] button  
The factory default setting is “WELCOME TO  
CLARION”.  
3-2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select the  
hour or the minute.  
2-1. Select “MSG INP”.  
3-3. Press the [w] or [z] button to set the  
correct time.  
3-1. Press the [  
] button.  
The clock is displayed in 12-hour format.  
3-2. Press and hold the [BND] button for 1  
second or longer to clear the old message.  
3-4. Press the [  
memory.  
Note:  
] button to store the time into  
3-3. Press the [x] or [v] button to move the  
cursor.  
• You cannot set the clock when it is displayed  
with only the ignition on. If you drain or remove  
the car’s battery or take out this unit, the clock is  
reset. While setting the clock, if another button or  
operation is selected, the clock set mode is  
canceled.  
3-4. Press the [BND] button to select a  
character type. Each time you press the  
[BND] button, the character type changes  
in the following order:  
Capital letters Numbers Symbols ➜  
Capital letters…  
Displaying the settings  
3-5. Press the [w] or [z] button to select the  
The number of indicator of this unit decreases,  
you can see the state of current settings at any  
operation mode.  
desired character.  
3-6. Repeat step 3-3 to 3-5 to enter up to 30  
characters for message.  
2-1. Select “SETTINGS”.  
3-7. Press and hold the [  
] button for 2  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to display the  
state of current settings.  
seconds or longer to store the message in  
memory.  
Press and hold the [BND] button for 1  
second or longer to cancel the input  
When the setting is selected, after 1 second  
the current state will be displayed.  
For example:  
after 1 second,  
message. Then press and hold the [  
]
button for 2 seconds or longer to store the  
message and the message return to default  
setting.  
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Operations Common to Each Mode  
Setting the method for title scroll  
Set how to scroll in CD-TEXT, MP3/WMA/AAC  
title.  
The factory default setting is “ON”.  
2-1. Select “SCROLL”.  
Cellular phone interrupt setting  
If you connect this unit and your cellular phone  
with a separately sold cable, you can listen to  
your telephone calls on your car speakers.  
The factory default setting is “OFF”.  
2-1. Select “TEL-SW”.  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select “ON”  
or “OFF”.  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select the  
setting. Each time you press the [w] or  
[z] button, the setting changes in the  
following order:  
• ON:  
To scroll automatically.  
• OFF:  
To scroll just 1 time.  
When you want to see the title again, in the  
title mode, press and hold the [DISP] button  
for 3 seconds or longer to scroll the title.  
OFFONMUTE”  
• OFF:  
This unit continues normal operation even  
when the cellular phone is used.  
• ON:  
Setting the dimmer control  
You can set the dimmer control “ON” or “OFF”.  
The factory default setting is “ON”.  
2-1. Select “DIMMER”.  
You can listen to your telephone calls from  
the speakers connected to this unit.  
When listening to your calls on your car  
speakers, you can adjust the volume by  
turning the [ROTARY] knob.  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select “ON”  
or “OFF”.  
• MUTE:  
Setting the external amplifier  
The factory default setting is “OFF”.  
2-1. Select “A-CANCEL”.  
The sound from this unit is muted during  
telephone calls.  
Note:  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select “ON”  
or “OFF”.  
• If connecting a hands-free kit, please ensure the  
setting is ON to receive the telephone audio  
through the system.  
• ON:  
Use with connected AMP.  
Performing a system check  
• OFF:  
This function allows you to perform a system  
check from the adjust mode when required.  
Use with inside AMP.  
Setting the car speaker output for the  
cellular phone  
The factory default setting is “RIGHT”.  
To output the telephone calls, set the cellular  
phone interrupt to “ON”.  
When the AUX input jack is used to connect an  
AUX BLUETOOTH BB (BLT370) (sold  
separately):  
2-1. Select “S-CHECK”.  
3-1. Press and hold the [  
second or longer.  
] button for 1  
S-CHECK” appears in the display, then  
the unit returns to the previous operation  
mode.  
2-1. Select “TEL-SP”.  
3-1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select  
RIGHT” or “LEFT”.  
• RIGHT:  
Telephone calls can be heard on the front  
right speaker connected to this unit.  
• LEFT:  
Telephone calls can be heard on the front  
left speaker connected to this unit.  
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Operations Common to Each Mode  
Entering titles  
Titles up to 8 characters long can be stored in  
memory and displayed for CD, CD changer,  
Radio stations and TV stations. The number of  
titles that can be entered for each mode are as  
follows.  
Clearing titles  
1. Select and play a CD in the CD changer or  
tune in to a TV station or Radio for which you  
want to clear the title.  
2. Press and hold the [DISP] button for 1  
second or longer.  
Mode  
Number of titles  
50 titles  
3. Press the [x] or [v] button to select  
TITLE IN”.  
CD mode  
TV mode  
Radio mode  
20 titles  
4. Press the [  
] button.  
30 titles  
The display switches to the title input display.  
5. Press and hold the [BND] button for 1  
CD changer mode  
Number of titles  
second or longer.  
DCZ625 connected  
100 titles  
All characters in the title disappear.  
6. Press and hold the [  
] button for 2 seconds  
1. Press the [SRC] button to select the mode  
you want to enter a title (Radio, CD, CD  
changer or TV).  
or longer to store the setting.  
2. Select and play a CD in the CD changer or  
tune in to a TV station or Radio for which you  
want to enter the title.  
AUX function  
This system has an external input jack on the  
front panel so you can listen to sounds and  
music from external devices connected to this  
unit.  
3. Press and hold the [DISP] button for 1  
second or longer.  
4. Press the [x] or [v] button to select  
TITLE IN”.  
Selecting AUX IN sensitivity  
Make the following settings to select the  
sensitivity when sounds from external devices  
connected to this unit are difficult to hear even  
after adjusting the volume.  
The factory default setting is “MID”.  
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button for 1  
5. Press the [  
] button.  
The display switches to the title input display.  
6. Press the [x] or [v] button to move the  
cursor.  
7. Press the [BND] button to select a character  
type. Each time you press the [BND] button,  
the character type changes in the following  
order:  
second or longer.  
2. Select AUX SENS”.  
3. Press the [w] or [z] button to select  
HIGH”, “MID” or “LOW”.  
Note:  
• When AUX mode is selected, AUX IN sensitivity  
can be set.  
Capital letters Numbers Symbols ➜  
Capital letters…  
8. Press the [w] or [z] button to select the  
desired character.  
9. Repeat steps 6 to 8 to enter up to 8  
characters for the title.  
10.Press and hold the [  
] button for 2 seconds  
or longer to store the title into memory.  
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7. ACCESSORIES  
USB/MTP Operations  
When a USB memory device is composed of  
two or more drives, only one of the drives will  
be detected.  
USB memory/MTP device operation  
Note:  
• The following operations are the same as for CD  
mode:  
Pause  
• USB memory devices with security functions  
cannot be played.  
• The order in which tracks are recorded may  
differ depending on the USB memory device  
connected (the actual playback order may not  
be the same as that indicated on your  
computer’s display).  
Track selection  
Fast-forward/fast-backward (Except DRM file)  
Top function  
Scan play  
Repeat play  
Random play  
Folder selection  
See “CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Operations” (page 12-  
15) for details.  
• If you continuously operate folder up/down,  
the play time keeps as “00:00”, and the sound  
is not emitted.  
About USB Digital Media Streaming  
This unit supports USB Digital Media Streaming.  
USB Digital Media Streaming is a function used  
to play music files transmitted using Media  
Transfer Protocol (MTP). This function also  
supports the playback of WMDRM 10 files.  
About USB memory  
• USB is an acronym for Universal Serial Bus,  
and refers to an external bus standard  
supporting data transfer rates of 12 Mbps.  
• This unit is compatible with USB 1.1/2.0 with  
maximum data transfer rates of 12 Mbps.  
During USB Digital Media Streaming, the unit  
displays the “MTP” mode indicator.  
• USB memory devices that can be played by  
connecting to the unit’s USB cable are limited  
to those recognized as “USB mass storage  
class devices”; operation is not guaranteed  
with all USB memory devices.  
Use of USB Digital Media Streaming requires  
the purchase of a supported portable audio  
player. For information regarding supported  
portable audio players, consult your nearest  
Clarion dealer, or visit Clarion's website.  
Devices compatible with “USB Mass Storage  
Class” can be used merely by connecting to  
the host device, without need for special  
drivers or application software.  
CAUTION  
• Insert and remove a USB memory/MTP  
device only when the device is not being  
accessed. Connecting or disconnecting  
the device at the following times may  
result in the loss of data:  
- If the USB memory/MTP device is  
removed or power is disconnected  
during writing to the device.  
• Consult the manufacturer of your USB  
memory device for information regarding  
whether it is supported by “USB Mass  
Storage Class” standards.  
• Audio files playable on this unit are limited to  
MP3/WMA/AAC files. For details, see the  
section “MP3/WMA/AAC” (page 12).  
Copy-protected WMA/AAC files cannot be  
played on this unit.  
- When the device is subjected to static  
electricity or electric noise.  
• To prevent the accidental loss of data, always  
back up important data on your computer.  
• Do not leave a USB memory/MTP device  
unattended in an automobile. Exposure to  
direct sunlight or high temperatures may  
cause deformation or other malfunction of  
the USB memory/MTP device.  
• This unit does not support connections to a  
computer. In addition, connections made  
through a USB hub device are also not  
supported.  
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USB/MTP Operations  
Connecting a USB memory/MTP  
To listen to tracks on a connected  
device  
USB memory/MTP device  
1. Connect the USB memory/MTP device to the  
1. Press the [SRC] button to switch the source.  
When USB memory/MTP device is selected,  
playback (except DRM files) will begin from  
the location at which playback was  
previously stopped.  
USB slot.  
Playback will begin from the first file  
recorded on the device.  
When a USB memory/MTP device is  
connected the USB/MTP mode will be  
displayed.  
When a USB memory/MTP device is  
disconnected and then reconnected, playback  
will begin from the beginning of the USB  
memory/MTP device.  
CAUTION  
Do not turn on vehicle ignition when the MTP  
device is connected, since it may result in  
loss or damage to data on the MTP device.  
Connect the MTP device to the USB slot after  
vehicle ignition is turned on.  
When “MTP” mode is selected, AAC files on  
the MTP device cannot be played.  
To stop play  
1. Press the [SRC] button and switch the  
function to a source other than the USB  
memory.  
CAUTION  
Do not remove the USB memory/MTP device  
when the USB/MTP mode is selected, since it  
may result in loss or damage to data on the  
USB memory/MTP device.  
Confirm the proper  
orientation of the  
connector before  
inserting.  
Always backup and save important data on  
your computer.  
If the device is not recognized, press the  
[SRC] button to switch the source to the  
device.  
Always insert the device fully into the  
connector. Incomplete connections may  
cause the device not to be recognized.  
2. Remove the USB memory/MTP device from  
the USB slot.  
Depending on the number of tracks recorded,  
some amount of time may be required until all  
tracks are read into the unit.  
The order in which tracks are recorded may  
differ depending on the device connected (the  
actual playback order may not be the same as  
that indicated on your computer’s display).  
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iPod Operations  
Note:  
This section describes operations when  
connected to an Apple iPod via the USB slot.  
• The following operations in Play mode operate  
the same as in CD mode:  
Notes:  
Track selection: [x], [v]  
• See the iPod Owner’s Manual for details  
regarding operation conditions.  
• The unit will not operate, or may operate  
improperly with unsupported versions.  
Fast-forward/fast-backward: [x], [v]  
Pause: [  
]
Top function: [BND]  
• For a list of compatible Apple iPod unit with the  
this model, please contact your Clarion dealer or  
See “CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Operations” (page 12-  
15) for details.  
• “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.  
Other various play functions  
(in Play mode)  
Notes:  
• These functions are not supported when in the  
iPod menu mode.  
• The Random function set on the iPod remains the  
same after attachment/detachment of the iPod.  
• The Repeat function on the iPod will be changed  
when you connect/disconnect the iPod to the  
unit.  
iPod and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.,  
registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
Connecting an iPod  
When an iPod is connected to the USB slot,  
“Shuffle” set on the iPod will become as follows:  
Repeat play  
Play back one track repeatedly.  
1. Press the [RPT] button.  
• “Shuffle (Albums)” play Random play  
• “Shuffle (Songs)” play All random play  
Random play  
Play all albums within a selected category, in  
random order. (Corresponds to “Shuffle  
(Albums)” command on iPod.)  
The iPod has two modes, the “Play mode” and  
the “iPod menu mode” for selecting tracks.  
Switch between these modes by pressing the  
[BND] button for 1 second or longer.  
1. Press the [RDM] button.  
All random play  
Note:  
Play all tracks within a selected category, in  
random order. (Corresponds to “Shuffle  
(Songs)” command on iPod.)  
• To connect iPod, please use the USB cable  
attached in iPod.  
1. Press and hold the [RDM] button for 1  
Select iPod mode  
1. Press the [SRC] button.  
second or longer.  
To cancel play  
1. Press the same play button once again.  
Notes:  
Playback will begin from the last file that was  
played on the iPod.  
• When the repeat play mode is canceled, after  
play all tracks within a selected category,  
playback will begin from the first track in the  
selected category.  
• When playing the last track within a selected  
category in Random mode, if ACC is switched off  
then on again, playback will begin from a  
different track.  
• Though the default setting of an iPod is “All  
Repeat”, the indication on the mode status is not  
displayed.  
iPod cable  
Confirm the proper  
orientation of the iPod  
connector before  
inserting.  
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iPod Operations  
Selecting category from the iPod  
Selecting category using preset  
menu  
memory  
1. Press and hold the [BND] button for 1  
second or longer to select the iPod menu  
mode.  
1. Press and hold the [BND] button for 1  
second or longer to select the iPod menu  
mode.  
The iPod menu categories will be displayed.  
Notes:  
The category can be set as follows in the  
[DIRECT] (1-6) buttons.  
[1] : PLAYLIST  
[2] : ARTIST  
[3] : ALBUM  
[4] : SONG  
• Repeat and Random mode operations are not  
supported when in the iPod menu mode.  
• In iPod menu mode, if you press the [x]/[v]  
or [w]/[z] button fast, playback may not be  
performed.  
[5] : GENRE  
[6] : COMPOSER  
2. Press the [w] or [z] button to switch  
between categories.  
The iPod menu categories alternate in the  
following order:  
2. Press the desired [DIRECT] (1-6) button to  
select the category.  
PLAYLISTARTISTALBUM↔  
SONGGENRECOMPOSER”...  
Subfolders may be displayed, depending on  
the category.  
In this case, use the [w] and [z] buttons to  
switch between subfolders, then use the [v]  
button to select the desired subfolder.  
Note:  
The iPod menu mode can be canceled by  
performing one of the following operations:  
• Press the [BND] button.  
3. When the track name display is showing,  
press the [v] button.  
• When the category select screen is displayed,  
Playback will begin from the first track in the  
selected category, and the iPod menu mode  
will be canceled.  
press the [v] button.  
3. Press the [v] button to select the category.  
4. When the track name display is showing,  
press the [v] button.  
Use the [w] and [z] buttons to select a track  
within a category.  
Playback will begin from the first track in the  
selected category, and the iPod menu mode  
will be canceled.  
About title display  
This unit supports the display of title information  
transmitted from a connected iPod.  
Subfolders may be displayed, depending on  
the category.  
• Character code information is UTF-8;  
displayable characters include English  
alphanumerics, some symbols, and some  
umlaut characters.  
In this case, use the [w] and [z] buttons to  
switch between subfolders, then use the [v]  
button to select the desired subfolder.  
When the track name display is showing,  
pressing the [x] button will return to the  
currently playing folder name display.  
• Unsupported characters will be replaced by  
asterisks (*).  
5. Use the [w] and [z] buttons to select a  
track within a category.  
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Satellite Radio Operations  
This function is available when a Satellite Radio  
Receiver is connected through the CeNET  
cable.  
Confirming your SIRIUS ID  
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button for 1  
second or longer to display the ADJUST  
item.  
This unit can control the following satellite radio  
receivers:  
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select “SID  
DISP”.  
• XM Satellite Interface Adapter (Mini-Tuner  
Included) : CNP2000UC  
Clarion cable for CNP2000UC : CNPCLA1  
3. Press the [  
] button, the display will display  
the upper 6 digits.  
• SIRIUS Satellite Radio Receiver : SIRCL3  
4. Press the [w] or [z] button to switch  
between the display for the upper 6 digits  
and lower 6 digits.  
• SIRIUS Satellite Translator Adapter :  
CLA-SC1 (which needs Sirius universal Tuner  
sold separately.)  
5. To return to the previous mode, press the  
[DISP] button.  
Notes:  
• When the function is differ depending to the  
connected receiver, they are distinguished by  
the following notations:  
Displaying channel labels  
1. Press the [DISP] button to select the desired  
channel label.  
“XM”: for an XM Satellite Radio Receiver  
“SIRIUS”: for a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Receiver  
• XM and the XM logos are trademarks of XM  
Satellite Radio Inc.  
Channel Category Title (Artist) Radio  
text Channel...  
Selecting a Satellite Radio mode  
1. Press the [SRC] button.  
Channel selection  
1. Channels are selected with the [x] or  
The system changes to the specified  
Satellite Radio mode.  
[v] button.  
For details, see the following operation  
descriptions.  
Note:  
Selecting a band  
• The audio output is muted and other button  
operations are not accepted during channel  
selection.  
1. Press the [BND] button to select a band.  
This changes the reception band as follows:  
XM: XM1 XM2 XM3 XM1 ...  
SIRIUS: SR1 SR2 SR3 SR1 ...  
Tuning mode  
There are two channel selection modes: quick  
tuning mode and step tuning mode.  
Information displayed during reception  
The following information is displayed when the  
satellite radio cannot be received normally.  
Quick tuning  
When the receiver is turned on the first time  
or after a reset: “UPDATING”  
1. Press and hold the [x] or [v] button for 1  
second or longer.  
When a channel is being tuned in (no signal is  
yet received):  
Step tuning  
1. Press the [x] or [v] button.  
XM: “LOADING”, SIRIUS: “LINKING”  
• A channel without a broadcast has been  
selected:  
XM: “– – – CH”, SIRIUS: “INVALID CH”  
• A channel not covered by your contract:  
XM: “UPDATING”, SIRIUS: “CALL 888↔  
539-SIRI” (alternated)  
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Satellite Radio Operations  
Recalling a preset station  
A total of 18 satellite radio stations can be  
stored.  
Presetting a category  
A category can be preset by registering specific  
categories in [DIRECT] buttons 1 to 6. Then the  
desired category can be recalled by pressing  
the corresponding [DIRECT] button.  
XM: 6-XM1, 6-XM2 and 6-XM3  
SIRIUS: 6-SR1, 6-SR2 and 6-SR3  
This allows you to store your favorite satellite  
radio stations in memory for later recall.  
1. Press and hold the [BND] button for 1  
second or longer to enter the category mode.  
2. Press the [w] or [z] button to select a  
1. Press the [BND] button to select the desired  
band.  
category.  
3. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons  
for 2 seconds or longer to store the current  
category into preset memory.  
2. Press the [w] / [z] button or [DIRECT]  
button to select the desired preset station.  
Notes:  
Preset memory  
• When the name of a channel stored in memory is  
changed by a broadcasting channel, the display  
may show a channel name that differs from the  
stored name.  
• A channel stored in memory may be  
discontinued at the option of the broadcasting  
channel.  
• If no operation is performed for more than 1  
second, category seek tuning can automatically  
tune in a receivable broadcast channel category.  
1. Press the [BND] button to select the desired  
band.  
2. Select the desired channel with quick tuning  
or step tuning.  
3. Press and hold the [DIRECT] button for 2  
seconds or longer to store the current  
channel into preset memory.  
Receiving stations selected by  
category  
Satellite Radio allows you to select broadcast  
channel category (contents).  
Scan function  
There are two scan modes: the category scan  
mode and the preset scan mode.  
During scanning channels are displayed in  
abbreviated form, the display mode cannot be  
switched.  
1. Press and hold the [BND] button for 1  
second or longer to select the category  
selection mode.  
Preset scan (PRESET SCN)  
A preset scan scans the channels (up to 18  
channels) stored in the preset memory about  
every 10 seconds.  
It press once again, return to the channel  
selection mode.  
2. Press the [w] or [z] button to change the  
category item.  
3. Press the [x] or [v] button to tune in a  
Press and hold the [  
or longer to select the preset scan mode.  
And start the preset scanning.  
] button for 1 second  
station.  
Notes:  
• When the category selection mode is entered,  
the category of the last received channel is  
displayed first.  
• The category selection mode is canceled when  
no channel with the selected category can be  
found.  
• The [x] or [v] button are not pressed within  
7 seconds, the category selection mode is  
canceled, and resumes to the channel mode.  
Category scan (CAT SCN)  
In a category scan, broadcast channels in the  
same category as the current channel are  
selected about every 10 seconds.  
Press the [  
scan mode. And start the category scanning.  
Note:  
] button to select the category  
• Category scanning is not available when no  
category is defined for the current channel.  
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CD Changer Operations  
Note:  
Procedure to scroll a title  
Set “SCROLL” to “ON” or “OFF”.  
(The factory default setting is “ON”. Refer to the  
subsection “Setting the method for title scroll” in  
section “Operations Common to Each Mode”.)  
• The following operations are the same as for CD  
mode:  
Pause  
Track selection  
Fast-forward/fast-backward  
Scan play  
Repeat play  
Random play  
See “CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Operations” (page 12-  
15) for details.  
When set to “ON”  
The title is automatically kept scrolling.  
When set to “OFF”  
To scroll just 1 time.  
When you want to see the title again, in the title  
mode, press and hold the [DISP] button for 3  
seconds or longer to scroll the title.  
CD changer functions  
When an optional CD changer is connected  
through the CeNET cable, this unit controls all  
CD changer functions. This unit can control a  
total of 2 changers.  
Selecting a CD  
1. Press the [w] or [z] button to select the  
desired disc.  
If a CD is not loaded in a slot of magazine,  
pressing the [w] or [z] button can not work.  
Press the [SRC] button and select the CD  
changer mode to start play. If 2 CD changers  
are connected, press the [SRC] button to select  
the CD changer for play.  
Other various play functions  
If “NO MAG” appears in the display, insert the  
magazine into the CD changer. “D-CHECK”  
appears in the display while the player loads  
(checks) the magazine.  
If “NO DISC” appears in the display, eject the  
magazine and insert discs into each slot. Then,  
reinsert the magazine back into the CD changer.  
Disc scan play  
Disc scan play locates and plays the first 10  
seconds of the first track on each disc in the  
currently selected CD changer. This function  
continues automatically until it is cancelled.  
Disc scan play is useful when you want to select a  
desired CD.  
Note:  
1. Press and hold the [SCN] button for 1  
second or longer. “ALL SCAN” appears in  
the display and disc scan play starts.  
• Some CDs recorded in CD-R/CD-RW mode may  
not be usable.  
CAUTION  
CD-ROM discs cannot be played from every  
CD changer, it’s depended on the model.  
Disc repeat play  
After all the tracks on the current disc have been  
played, disc repeat play automatically replays  
the current disc over from the first track. This  
function continues automatically until it is  
cancelled.  
Displaying CD titles  
This unit can display title data for CD-text CDs  
and user titles input with this unit.  
Title data for CD-text CDs can be displayed with  
this unit only when it is connected to DCZ625.  
1. Press and hold the [RPT] button for 1 second  
or longer. “ALL RPT” appears in the display  
and disc repeat play starts.  
Disc random play  
1. Press the [DISP] button to change the title  
The disc random play selects and plays  
individual tracks or discs automatically in no  
particular order. This function continues  
automatically until it is cancelled.  
display.  
Notes:  
• If the CD playing is not a CD-text CD or no user  
title has been input, “NO TITLE” appears in the  
display.  
• If a CD-text CD is not input its disc title or a track  
title, “NO TITLE” appears in the display.  
1. Press and hold the [RDM] button for 1  
second or longer. “ALL RDM” appears in the  
display and disc random play starts.  
To cancel play  
1. Press the operating button previously  
selected.  
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DVD Changer Operations  
Note:  
By connecting an optional DVD changer that  
supports CeNET wiring, this unit can be used to  
control the DVD changer. To view DVDs, an  
optional monitor is required.  
• The following operations are the same as for CD  
and CD Changer modes:  
Pause  
Track selection  
Fast-forward/fast-backward  
Scan play  
Repeat play  
Random play  
• The DVD control and display functions  
supported by this unit are limited; the unit  
does not support all the functions possible on  
a DVD changer.  
For fullest functionality, use the remote  
control unit provided with your DVD changer  
to control its operations. For details, consult  
the Owner’s Manual provided with your DVD  
changer.  
See “CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Operations” (page 12-  
15) and “CD Changer Operations” (page 25) for  
details.  
TV Operations  
Note:  
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button for 1  
second or longer to switch to the adjustment  
selection display.  
• The following operations are performed the same  
as for radio mode:  
Channel selection  
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select “TV/  
VTR”.  
Storing channels in memory  
Calling channels from memory  
Auto store  
3. Press and hold the [  
] button for 1 second  
or longer to set to “VTR”.  
Preset scan  
See “Radio Operations” (page 11-12) for details.  
4. To return to the TV broadcast, press and  
hold the [DISP] button for 1 second or longer  
to switch to the adjustment selection display.  
5. Press the [x] or [v] button to select “TV/  
VTR”.  
TV tuner functions  
When an optional TV tuner is connected through  
the CeNET cable, this unit controls all TV tuner  
functions. To watch TV requires a TV tuner and  
monitor.  
6. Press and hold the [  
] button for 1 second  
or longer to set to “TV”.  
Setting the TV diver  
You can change the reception setting for the TV  
antenna connected to the TV tuner.  
Watching a TV  
1. Press the [SRC] button and select the TV  
mode.  
The factory default setting is “ON”.  
2. Press the [BND] button to select the desired  
TV band (TV1 or TV2). Each time the button  
is pressed, the input selection toggles  
between TV1 and TV2.  
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button for 1  
second or longer to switch to the adjustment  
selection display.  
2. Press the [x] or [v] button to select “TV  
DIVER”.  
3. Press the [x] or [v] button to tune in the  
desired TV station.  
3. Press the [w] or [z] button to set to “ON” or  
OFF”.  
Watching a video  
• ON:  
The TV tuner has a VTR input terminal to which  
1 external device can be connected. Connect a  
12 V video cassette player (VCP) or video  
cassette recorder (VCR) to the TV tuner input  
terminal.  
Sets the diver setting to ON.  
• OFF:  
Sets the diver setting to OFF.  
4. Press the [DISP] button to return to the  
previous mode.  
The factory default setting is “TV”.  
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8. TROUBLESHOOTING  
Problem  
Cause  
Measure  
Power does not  
turn on.  
Fuse is blown.  
Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse  
blows again, consult your store of purchase.  
(No sound is  
produced.)  
Incorrect wiring.  
Consult your store of purchase.  
No sound output Power antenna lead is  
1. Turn the unit off.  
when operating  
the unit with  
amplifiers or  
power antenna  
attached.  
shorted to ground or  
2. Remove all wires attached to the power antenna  
lead. Check each wire for a possible short to  
ground using an ohm meter.  
excessive current is required  
for remote-on the amplifiers  
or power antenna.  
3. Turn the unit back on.  
4. Reconnect each amplifier remote wire to the power  
antenna lead one by one. If the amplifiers turn off  
before all wires are attached, use an external relay  
to provide remote-on voltage (excessive current  
required).  
Nothing happens The microprocessor has  
Turn off the power, then press the  
Reset button  
when buttons are malfunctioned due to noise, [RELEASE] button and remove  
pressed.  
etc.  
the DCP.  
Press the reset button for about 2  
seconds with a thin rod.  
Display is not  
accurate.  
If the RESET button is pressed  
when a disc is loaded, please  
eject the disc and load it once  
again before attempting to play it.  
DCP or main unit connectors Wipe the dirt off with a soft cloth moistened with  
are dirty. cleaning alcohol.  
No sound heard  
The speaker protection circuit 1. Turn down sound volume. Function can also be  
is operating.  
restored by turning the power off and on again.  
(Speaker volume is reduced automatically when  
the speaker protection circuit operates).  
2. If the sound is muted again, consult our service  
department.  
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Problem  
Cause  
Measure  
No sound heard  
MP3/WMA/AAC files are  
absent in a disc.  
Write MP3/WMA/AAC files onto the disc properly.  
Files are not recognized as  
Use MP3/WMA/AAC files encoded properly.  
an MP3/WMA/AAC file.  
File system is not correct.  
Use ISO9660 level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo or  
APPLE ISO file system.  
Sound skips or is Compact disc is dirty.  
Clean the compact disc with a soft cloth.  
noisy.  
Compact disc is heavily  
Replace with a compact disc with no scratches.  
scratched or warped.  
Sound is cut or  
skipped.  
MP3/WMA/AAC files are not Use MP3/WMA/AAC files encoded properly.  
encoded properly.  
Noise is  
generated or  
noise is mixed  
with sound.  
Sound is bad  
directly after  
power is turned  
on.  
Water droplets may form on Let dry for about 1 hour with the power on.  
the internal lens when the car  
is parked in a humid place.  
Wrong filename  
File system is not correct.  
Use ISO9660 level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo or  
APPLE ISO file system.  
No sound heard  
The device contains no MP3/ Record MP3/WMA/AAC files properly to the device.  
WMA/AAC files.  
The files are not proper MP3/ Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA/AAC files.  
WMA/AAC format.  
Connectors are loose.  
Disconnect the device and reconnect securely.  
Sound is  
The MP3/WMA/AAC files are Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA/AAC files.  
interrupted or has improperly encoded.  
noise.  
The device isn’t  
recognized.  
The device is damaged.  
Disconnect the device and reconnect. If the device is  
still not recognized, try replacing with a different  
device.  
Connectors are loose.  
According to the state of  
operation on the device, the  
communication fault is  
caused.  
Disconnect the device and reconnect.  
Can’t insert the  
device.  
The device has been inserted Try reversing the connection direction of the device  
improperly.  
(usually the brand name surface should be facing  
left).  
The connector is broken.  
Replace with a new device.  
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9. ERROR DISPLAYS  
If an error occurs, one of the following displays is displayed.  
Take the measures described below to eliminate the problem.  
Error Display  
ERROR 2  
Cause  
A CD is caught inside the CD This is a failure of CD deck’s mechanism and consult  
deck and is not ejected. your store of purchase.  
Measure  
ERROR 3  
ERROR 6  
A CD cannot be played due Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped-disc.  
to scratches, etc.  
A CD is loaded upside-down Eject the disc then reload it properly.  
inside the CD deck and does  
not play.  
ERROR 2  
ERROR 3  
A CD inside the CD changer This is a failure of CD changer’s mechanism and  
is not loaded.  
consult your store of purchase.  
A CD inside the CD changer Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped disc.  
cannot be played due to  
scratches, etc.  
ERROR 6  
A CD inside the CD changer Eject the disc then reload it properly.  
cannot be played because it  
is loaded upside-down.  
ERROR 2  
ERROR 3  
ERROR 6  
A DISC inside the DVD  
changer cannot be played.  
This is a failure of DVD mechanism and consult your  
store of purchase.  
A DISC cannot be played due Retry or replace with a non-scratched, non-warped-  
to scratches, etc.  
disc.  
A DISC inside the DVD  
changer cannot be played  
because it is loaded upside-  
down.  
Eject the disc then reload it properly.  
ERROR P  
ERROR R  
ERROR 2  
Parental level error  
Set the correct Parental level.  
Region code error  
Eject the disc and replace correct region code disc.  
The files are not proper MP3/ Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA/AAC files.  
WMA/AAC format.  
ERROR 3  
The MP3/WMA/AAC files are Use only properly encoded MP3/WMA/AAC files.  
(USB/MTP mode) improperly encoded.  
ERROR 3  
(iPod mode)  
The iPod contains no audio  
files.  
Insert an iPod containing audio files.  
CUR ERR  
Overcurrent detection.  
Disconnect the devices and reconnect. If the devices  
are still not recognized, try replacing with a different  
devices.  
HUB ERR  
Do not support the HUB  
devices.  
Do not use the HUB devices.  
If an error display other than the ones described above appears, press the reset button. If the problem  
persists, turn off the power and consult your store of purchase.  
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10. SPECIFICATIONS  
FM Tuner  
Frequency Range: 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz  
General  
Power Supply Voltage:  
Usable Sensitivity: 11 dBµV  
14.4 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V allowable), negative  
ground  
50dB Quieting Sensitivity: 17 dBµV  
Alternate Channel Selectivity: 60 dB  
Stereo Separation (1 kHz): 30 dB  
Frequency Response ( 3 dB): 30 Hz to 15 kHz  
Current Consumption: Less than 15 A  
Speaker Impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowable)  
Auto Antenna Rated Current: 500 mA or less  
Weight / Source unit: 2.53 lb. (1.14 kg)  
Weight / Remote control unit:  
AM Tuner  
Frequency Range: 530 kHz to 1710 kHz  
1.41 oz. (40 g) (including battery)  
Dimensions / Source unit:  
Usable Sensitivity: 28 dBµV  
7" (Width) 2" (Height) 6-1/8" (Depth)  
[178 (W) 50 (H) 155 (D) mm]  
Dimensions / Remote control unit:  
CD Player  
System: Compact disc digital audio system  
1-3/4" (Width) 4-5/16" (Height) 7/16"  
(Depth)  
Usable Discs: Compact disc  
Frequency Response ( 1 dB): 20 Hz to 20 kHz  
Dynamic Range (1 kHz): 80 dB  
Harmonic Distortion: 0.03%  
[44 (W) 113 (H) 11 (D) mm]  
Power Output :  
20 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4  
and 1 % THD+N  
Audio  
Signal to Noise Ratio:  
90 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 )  
Maximum Power Output: 200 W (50 W 4 ch)  
Bass Control Action (100 Hz): +14 dB, –14 dB  
Treble Control Action (10 kHz): +14 dB, –14 dB  
Line Output Level (CD 1 kHz): 2 V  
Note:  
• Specifications and design are subject to change without notice for further improvement.  
11.OTHERS  
content. If the WMDRM software fails to  
WMDRM 10 for devices  
protect the content, content owners may ask  
Microsoft to revoke the software’s ability to  
use WMDRM to play or copy protected  
• This product is protected by certain  
intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or  
distribution of such technology outside of this  
product is prohibited without a license from  
Microsoft.  
content. Revocation does not affect  
unprotected content. When you download  
licenses for protected content, you agree that  
Microsoft may include a revocation list with  
the licenses. Content owners may require you  
to upgrade WMDRM to access their content.  
If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able  
to access content that requires the upgrade.  
• Content owners use Windows Media digital  
rights management technology (WMDRM) to  
protect their intellectual property, including  
copyrights. This device uses WMDRM  
software to access WMDRM-protected  
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Clarion Co., Ltd.  
PE-3045B  
280-8584-01  
All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2008: Clarion Co., Ltd.  
2008/9  
Printed in China / Imprimé en Chine / Impreso en China  
 

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