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2. CLARION PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION For USA and Canada only www.clarion.com Dear Customer: Congratulations on your purchase of a Clarion mobile electronic product. We are confident that youll enjoy your Clarion experience. There are many benefits to registering your product. We invite you to visit our website at www.clarion.com to register your Clarion product. We have made product registration simple with our easy to use website. The registration form is short and easy to complete. Once youre registered, we can keep you informed of important product information. Register at www.clarion.com - its easy to keep your Clarion product up to date.Contents1. FEATURES3 Expanding Systems...................................................................................................... 32. PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................... 43. CONTROLS/COMMANDES/CONTROLES5 Names of Buttons.........................................................................................................6 Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation 7 Remote Control............................................................................................................ 10 Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons 114. CAUTIONS ON HANDLING 13 Operation panel13 Cleaning....................................................................................................................... 13 Handling Discs 145. DVD VIDEO SYSTEM 15 DVD Video Features 15 Discs............................................................................................................................. 16 About the registered marks etc.166. OPERATIONS.............................................................................................................. 17 Basic Operations.......................................................................................................... 18 Radio Operations21 DVD Video Player Operations...................................................................................... 227. ACCESSORIES 31 iPod Operations............................................................................................................ 31 AUX In Operations.32 Sirius Radio Operations...338. TROUBLESHOOTING359. ERROR DISPLAYS...................................................................................................... 361O. SPECIFICATIONS37INSTALLATION AND WIRE CONNECTION MANUAL.38 VRX48SVD/MAX38SVD 2 3. Motorized 7" Widescreen LCD CD-R1CD-RW/DVDR1DVDRW Compatible Double Din Motorized 6.5" Widescreen LCD Built-in 40 W x 4 Amplifier o Touch Panel Control :f: iPod@ Control ~ DVD Video/CD-DAlMP3/WMA Playback"iPod" is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., :-Capabilityregistered in the U.S. and other countries. ~ RCA 6-Channel Output ::::l c:: Ql , .0_._._. ., .~---- ! SIRIUS~ J2!2VIDEO "-"_t_lllk ~_ _ _._.OOlOOLBVlDIGITAL ~8_ _. _ ",?~ ID3TAG ....,..__ ~ REA 0 y~.. ...""_....~ ~~ Expanding SystemsExpanding audio features Expanding visual features Satellite Radio (SIRIUS: 5(-(1)Rear monitor. :ul II .. i , 0iPod ;/ VTRetc.~ ~ Note: The items listed outside of theExternal Power Amplifiers frames are the commercial products generally sold. Expanding sound features 3 VRX485VD/MAX385VD 4. A. WARNING For your safety, the driver should not watch any video sources and/or operate the controls while driving. Please note that watching and operating any video sources 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. 3 Ql ::J c1. When the inside of the car is very cold and theparticular installation. If this equipment does~ player is used soon after switching on the cause harmful interference to radio or heater, moisture may form on the disc (DVDItelevision reception, which can be determined CD) or the optical parts of the player and by turning the equipment off and on, the user proper playback may not be possible. Ifis encouraged to consult the dealer or an moisture forms on the disc (DVD/CD), wipe it experienced radio/TV technician for help. off with a soft cloth. If moisture forms on the optical parts of the player, do not use theINFORMA TION FOR USERS: player for about one hour. The condensationCHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS will disappear naturally allowing normal PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE operation. MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THEWARRANTY AND WILL VIOLATE FCC2. Driving on extremely bumpy roads which APPROVAL. cause severe vibration may cause the sound to skip.12V 0 GROUND AM 530-1710kHZI FM 87.9-107.9MHz3. This unit uses a precision mechanism. Even fHtSOEVECEC()toIPlIE5W1I .. fItJlT50fT1EFCCAlA.ESOPEi,l11Q!l; IS SU8Jf:CT TO IhE FOo-L()M1iQ rwoCQN:)IlIONS11lTlB] button Press to set initial starting point of repeat.The screen will show REP A-. Press again to set repeat ending point. The screen will show REP A-B Press again to turn off A-B repeating. The screen will show REP AB Off [ZOOM] button Press to turn on and zoom in while in DVD Video mode. You can zoom in up to 3x.[AUDIO] button Press to switch the AUDIO function in the DVDvideo mode.[SUB-T] button Press to display subtitles in the DVD videomode.[ANGLE] button Press to switch the ANGLE function in the DVDvideo mode when the Angle mark is displayed. VRX485VO/MAX385VO 12 13. 4. CAUTIONS ON HANDLINGOperation panelFor a longer service life, be sure to read the following cautions. The operation panel will operate properly in a The remote control unit may not work if thetemperature range of 0 to 60C.remote control sensor is exposed to direct Do not allow any liquids on the set from drinks, sunlight.umbrellas etc. Doing so may damage the In extremely cold weather, the displayinternal circuitry.movement may slow down and the display may Do not disassemble or modify the set in anydarken, but this is not a malfunction. Theway. Doing so may result in damage.display will work normally when the Subjecting the operation panel to shocks may temperature increases.result in breakage, deformation or other Small black and shiny spots inside the liquiddamage.crystal panel are normal for LCD products. Do not let cigarettes burn the display. Doing so The touchkeys on the display operate whenmay damage or deform the cabinet.slightly touched. Do not press the touch key If a problem should occur, have the setscreen with much force.inspected at your store of purchase. Do not push the case surrounding the touchkey Do not insert objects or poke in the space panel with much force. This may causebetween the operation panel and the main unitmalfunctioning of the touch keys.when the panel is tilted.Cleaning Cleaning the cabinetUse a soft, dry cloth and gently wipe off the dirt.For tough dirt, apply some neutral detergentdiluted in water to a soft cloth, wipe off the dirtgently, then wipe again with a dry cloth.Do not use benzene, thinner, car cleaner, etc.,as these substances may damage the cabinetor cause the paint to peel. Also, leaving rubberor plastic products in contact with the cabinetfor long periods of time may cause stains. Cleaning the liquid crystal panelThe liquid crystal panel tends to collect dust, sowipe it off occasionally with a soft cloth. Thesurface is easily scratched, so do not rub it withhard objects.13 VRX485VD/MAX385VD 14. Handling DiscsHandling Storage New discs may have some roughness around Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or anythe edges. If such discs are used, the playerheat source.may not work or the sound may skip. Use a Do not expose discs to excess humidity orball-point pen or the like to remove any dust.roughness from the edge of the disc. Do not expose discs to direct heat from heaters.Ball-point pen ~ Cleaning ~~~.~~iJ To remove fingermarks and dust, use a soft cloth and wipe in a straight line from the center I!~ 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 Never stick labels on the surface of the disc or off well before playing it.mark the surface with a pencil or pen. Never playa disc with any cellophane tape orother glue on it or with peeling off marks. If you On Discstry to play such a disc, you may not be able to Exercise a good precaution when loading aget it back out of the DVD player or it maydisc. The operation panel will closedamage the DVD player. automatically when leaving it open for a while. Do not use discs that have large scratches, are Never turn off the power and remove the unitmisshapen, cracked, etc. Use of such discs from the car with a disc loaded.may cause misoperation or damage. To remove a disc from its storage case, pressdown on the center of the case and lift the discACAUTIONout, holding it carefully by the edges.For your safety, the driver should not insert Do not use commercially available disc or eject a disc opening the operation panelprotection sheets or discs equipped with while driving.stabilizers, etc. These may damage the disc orcause breakdown of the internal mechanism.VRX485VD/MAX385VD 14 15. DVD video is a high-quality digital video source that provides crisp and clear images. One 12 cm disc contains either one film or four hours of music.o~ DVD Video Features"".V>~ This unit provides the following functions in~Multi-story functioncaddition to the high image quality and soundQlWhen a DVD video contains more than one story quality of DVD video.for a film, you can select the story you wish to Note:enjoy. The operation procedures vary with the The functions described in this section, for disc; observe the instructions for selecting a story example, the recorded language, subtitles, angles, provided during playback. etc. differ depending on the OVO video disc. Refer to the instructions provided with the OVO video. Some disc functions may operate differently fromMenu screens described in this manual.Menus can be called up during DVD videoplayback to perform menu setting. Multi-sound function Example showing menu display DVD video can store up to 8 languages for one film; select the language of your preference. The languages stored on the disc are indicatedby the icon shown below. ,.0))" l w >" r ~!-~.P ; 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 are indicatedby 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 are indicated by the icon shown below. 15VRX485VD/MAX385VD 16. DiscsPlayable discsDiscs that cannot be played backThis DVD video player can play the followingThis DVD video player cannot play back DVD-discs.Audio, DVD-RAM, Photo CDs, etc.0Note::e Playable discs It may also not be possible to play back CDs ~ .recorded on a CD-R unit and CD-RW unit. (Cause:~ DVD video discs MP31D3TAGdisc characteristics, cracks, dust/dirt, dust/dirt on~ m?3 players lens, etc.)103 TAG If a CD-R or CD-RW disc that has not beenVIDEOfinalized is played, it will take a long time to start Audio CDsWMA playing. Also, it may not be possible to playrnJD~~ I ",.=~~~ Jdepending on its recording conditions.Gmll AU ~ You cannot play Super Audio CDs. Playback of theCD player is not supported even if it is a hybriddisc.About CD Extra discsAbout MP3IWMA playbackA CD Extra disc is a disc in which a total of two This unit can play back CD-R/CD-RW, DVD-R/sessions have been recorded. The first session is RW and DVD+R/RW discs on which MP3IWMAAudio session and the second session is Datamusic data have been recorded.session.For a detailed information, see the sectionYour personally-created CDs with more thanentitled "Listening to an MP3IWMA" (page 42).second data sessions recorded cannot be playedon this DVD video player. Note on region numbersNote: The DVD video system assigns a region number When you playa CD Extra disc, only the firstto DVD video players and DVD discs by sales session will be recognized.area. DVD video players sold in the United Statescan play back DVD discs with the region numberAbout playing a CD-R/CD-RW disc "ALL", "1" or any combination of numbers that(MP3, WMA)also incorporate a "1".This player cen play CD-R/CD-RW discs The DVD video region number is marked on thepreviously recorded in music CD format (MP3,disc jacket as shown below.WMA) or video CD format.About playing a DVD-R/RW orfll.....j....L..] ":-.-," i,:-/ ~,-~,;y .1DVD+R/RW discThis player cannot play DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs previously recorded in video CDformat.However, MP3IWMA files recorded on DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs can be played.About the registered marks etc. This product incorporates copyright protection Manufactured under license from Dolbytechnology that is protected by U.S. patents Laboratories.and other intellectual property rights. Use of "Dolby" and the double-D symbolthis copyright protection technology must beare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for "iPod" is for legal or rightholder-authorizedhome and other limited viewing uses onlycopying only. Do not steal music.unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Windows Media, and the Windows logo areReverse engineering or disassembly is trademarks, or registered trademarks ofprohibited. Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.VRX48SVD/MAX38SVD 16 17. Basic Operations~;:,~Note: Be sure to read this chapter referring to the chapterAdjusting the volume3 "3. CONTROLS" (page 5). 1. Turn the volume knob to adjust the volume.01;:,Clockwise: Increases the volume.C Counter- clockwise: Decreases the volume.~ ACAUTION The volume level indicated in the display isWhen the unit is turned on, starting and in a range from 0 (min.) to 40 (max.).stopping the engine with its volume raised tothe maximum level may harm your hearings.Be careful about adjusting the volume.ACAUTIONWhile driving, keep the volume level at whichTurning on and off the powerexternal sounds can be heard.Note: Mute Start the engine before using this unit.1. If using a MAX385VD, press the PWR/MUTE Be careful about using this unit for a long timewithout running the engine. If you drain the cars button to turn the mute on and off.battery too far, you may not be able to start thethe mute on and off.engine and this can reduce the service life of the2. If using a VRX485VD, press the [MUTE] buttonbattery. to turn the mute on and off. When the mute is turned on, "-4x" appears1. Start the engine. The power button / knobon the LCD screen. illumination on the unit will light up.~ EngineONOpening the operation panel~ positionand adjusting the angleOpen the operation panel when inserting/ejecting2. Press the (POWER) button to turn on thea disc. power. The angle of the operation panel can be adjusted * Pressing this button while the power is turned depending on the mounting angle of the unit or on will mute the volume on the MAX385VD, light coming into the car. on the VRX485VD, the audio settings appear.3. To turn off the power, press and hold the [POWER] button for more than 1 second.ACAUTION Do not move the operation panel forcibly orSelecting a modedo not apply strong force to the operationpanel.1. Press the [MENU] button to display the When the operation panel is operating, be Source menu. careful not to get your hand or finger caught * External equipment not connected to this unitbetween the operation panel and main unit is not displayed.or its mechanical parts. The driver should not operate the operation2. Touch the desired mode key.panel while driving.17 VRX485VD/MAX385VD 18. Basic OperationsOpening/closing the operation panel Returning the operation panel to the1. Press the [0/:.1 (OPEN/CLOSE) button.original angle (MAX385VD) The operation panel will be opened or closed.1. Press the [lk] (OPEN/CLOSE) button to open the motorized LCD panel. 02. Keep pressing the Wt.] (OPEN/CLOSE) button :Euntil the panel is back at the normal position. ~ ""l lIAdjusting the AUDIO1. Press the [EO] button on the screen or the [SEL] button on the remote control.2. Touch the item key to adjust.3. Perform the adjustment. See the following sections for detail.Note:4. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous The operation panel will close automatically when screen.a disc is inserted. (MAX385VO only) When the operation panel is open, the touch panel* In the following sections, only the detailsshould not be operated. (MAX385VO only)regarding adjustments are described, procedures to select items are skipped.Adjusting the angle of the operationAdjusting the balance/faderpanelThe angle of the operation panel can be adjusted1. Touch the BALANCE or FADER in thein the range of 00 to 30 0.audio menu.1. Keep pressing the [OA] (OPEN/CLOSE) button 2. Touch the [F ] or [R] key to adjust to themore than 2 seconds. fader level.A beep will sound and the operation panel The factory default setting is "0".will start moving. (Adjustment range: front 9 to rear -9)3. Touch the [L] or [R] key to adjust to the balance level. The factory default setting is "0". (Adjustment range: left -9 to right 9)Adjusting the BASSThe bass gain and bass frequency can beadjusted as follows.1. Enter the Audio settings menu.2. Touch the [-] or [+] key to set the desirable level.GAIN:-7 to 7 (The factory default setting is "0")3. To set the bass center frequency, enter the ASP adjustment in the SETTING menu.~... - ... ~I1::0-1-11-11. __,,- . ---L_Adjusting the TREBLEThe treble gain and treble frequency can be2. When the operation panel is moved to youradjusted as follows. desired angle, release the button. 1. Enter the Audio settings menu. The operation panel will stop.2. Touch the [-] or [+] key to set the desirable3. For the VRX485VD, simply adjust yourlevel. desired angle by pressing the [v] or [A] tiltGAIN: buttons on your control panel.-7 to 7 (The factory default setting is "0".)3. To set the treble center frequency, enter the ASP adjustment in the SETTING menu. VRX485VD/MAX385VD18 19. Basic Operations Adjusting the non fader outputAdjusting the brightness, contrastphase and color levelsYou can adjust the subwoofer phase from the 1. Touch the [PIC] key on the remote controlSETTING adjustment menu. or [MONI/ADJ] key on the MAX385VD.1. Touch the ASP tab in the SETTING menu.2. Touch the [-] or [+] key to make adjustments2. Touch the [SUB PHASE] button in the ASPto the settings to your desired levels. menu and a selection menu will appear. "Bright":Setting range:Adjusts the brightness of the display.o or 180 (The factory default setting is "0") "Color":Adjusts the color saturation.Adjusting the non fader output"Contrast":Low Pass CrossoverAdjusts the level of black.You can adjust the subwoofer phase from the or green is emphasized).SETTING adjustment menu.Bright/Color/Contrast:1. Touch the ASP tab in the SETTING menu. The factory default setting is medium level.2. Touch the [SUB FILTER] button in the ASP menu and a selection menu will appear. Adjusting the SETTINGSetting range:1. Press the [MENU] button, then touch the80,120 or 160Hz (The default setting is "60")[SETTING] key.Adjusting the non fader output2. Touch the top navigation tabs to switchvolume between the SETTING menus. You can navigate between General, Screen, ASP,You can adjust the volume output from the units Regional, and Rating.Audio adjustment menu.3. Perform the adjustment for the desired item.1. Touch the [-] or [+] key of the SW VOL item See the following sections for detail. to adjust to desirable level.4. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previousSetting range: screen.-7 to 7 (The factory default setting is "0".)* In the following sections, only the details regarding adjustments are described,Turning on/off the LOUDNESSprocedures to select items are skipped.The Loudness setting emphasizes the low andhigh sound level areas to provide a more full anddynamic sound without distortion.1. Enter the Audio settings menu.2. Touch [ON] or [OFF] of the [LOUDNESS] item to turn on or off the loudness effect. (The factory default setting is "OFF").Adjusting the MONITOR1. Press the [PIC] button on the remote control or [MONI/ADJ] button on the MAX385VD.2. Perform the adjustment for the desired item. See the following sections for detail.3. Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen. * In the following sections, only the details regarding adjustments are described, procedures to select items are skipped.19VRX485VD/MAX385VD 20. Basic OperationsAdjusting the CLOCK1. Press the [SETTING] button, then touch the [CLOCK] key.2. The entry keypad will appear. Enter your time without spaces. For example, 12:45 would be entered as 1245. Press [OK] to accept or [... ] to backspace and correct your entry. If you have selected to display your time in 24 hour format, you must enter your time in 24 hour format such as 1745 for 5:45PM.3. To change your time from AM to PM, press AM or PM text in the CLOCK selection box. If you have selected to display your time in 24 hour format, you will not have this selection.Adjusting the RADIO region1. Press the [SETTING] button, then touch the [RADIO] key.2. A region selection menu will appear. Scroll down using the arrow at the bottom of the menu. Scroll up using the arrow at the top of the menu. Once you have located the region that matches your areas radio spacing and frequency range, touch the region to make your selection. If the region selected is incorrect, radio reception will be poor.Reset to Factory Defaults1. Press the [SETTING] button, then touch the [LOAD FACTORY] key.2. A selection menu will appear. Select [YES] to restore your unit to factory default settings. This function will erase all memory from the unit and you must reset all personalized items such as tuner presets. NOTE: You will be asked once to confirm that you would like to reset the unit. The unit will power down and restart with factory defaults. VRX485VD/MAX385VD 20 21. Radio Operations Listening to the radio Recalling a preset station 1. Press the [MENU] button, and touch theThere are total of 48 preset positions (12-FM1,[TUNER] key.12-FM2, 12-FM3, 12-AM) to store individualo The TUNER mode screen is displayed. radio stations in memory.:EThere are 2 ways available to recall the preset~ttl....station.Vl~3 .Using the remote controllerQl:::l1. Press the [BAND] button to select the desiredCQl band (FM or AM).2. Press the preset number desired on the 0-9 numeric keypad . Using the Preset List screen 2. Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band] 1. Touch the [List] key.key to select the radio band. Each time thebutton is pressed, the radio reception bandchanges in the following order:FM1 ... FM2" FM3" AM ... FM1 ... Seek tuning 1. Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band]key to select the desired band (FM or AM). 2. Touch the [..... ] or [~] key to automaticallyseek a station. 2. Touch the corresponding Preset key to recall When touching the [~] key, the station isthe stored station.sought in the direction of higher* You can select the desired band by touchingfrequencies. the [Band] key. Scroll through pages using When touching the [..... ] key, the station is scroll bar buttons to the right of the presets.sought in the direction of lower frequencies.* Touching and holding the desired Preset key for more than 2 seconds will store the current Selecting presets by direct accessstation to the preset memory. This function displays the Key Pad on the screen 3. Touch the [List] key to return to the previous allowing you to tune by entering a preset number. screen. 1. Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band] Manual memory key to select the desired band (FM or AM).1. Touch the [Band] key to select the desired 2. Touch the [DIRECT] key to display the Key band. (FM or AM) Pad screen.2. Select the desired station with the seek 3. Touch the [0] to [9] key corresponding with the tuning, manual tuning, or preset tuning. preset you desired. When you input the wrong number, touch the [~ ] key to delete 3. Touch the [List] key. the last input number. 4. Touch and hold one of the Preset key for more 4. Touch the [ENT] key to tune in to the enteredthan 2 seconds to store the current station into preset. the preset memory.5. Scroll through the 3 pages of presets in each Manual tuning band by pressing the scroll bar buttons to the 1. Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band]right of the presets.key to select the desired band (FM or AM). 2. Touch the [....] or [. .] key to manuallyselect a station. When touching the [. .] key, the frequencyis tuned in the direction of higherfrequencies. When touching the [.... ] key, the frequencyis tuned in the direction of lower frequencies. 21VRX485VD/MAX385VD 22. Radio OperationsAuto store Channel scanThe Auto Store is a function for storing up to 12The Channel Scan receives the stations seq-stations that are automatically tuned in uentially and scans continuously. This functionsequentially. If 12 receivable stations cannot beis useful when searching for the desired stationreceived, a previously stored station remainsin an unfamiliar area.unoverwritten at the memory position.1. Touch the [Band] key to select the desired1. Touch the [Band] key to select the desiredband. (FM or AM) band. (FM or AM)2. Touch the [SCAN] key to start the Channel 3QI2. Touch the [AS] key momentarily to start Scan. The unit starts scanning each station::::lc: the Auto Store function.for 10 seconds sequentially. QI A beep sounds and the stations with good3. When the desired station is tuned in, touch the reception are stored automatically to the [SCAN] key again to continue receiving that preset channels.station. DX / LOC settingPreset scanThe OX / LOC setting changes the tuner sen-The Preset Scan receives the stations stored insitivity in order to seperate closely spacedthe preset memory in order. This function is stations. This feature is useful in areas thatuseful when searching for the desired station in have many radio stations in close proximity.memory.1. Touch the [DX] key to switch to LOCAL1. Touch the [Band] key to select the desiredtuner sensitivity. band. (FM or AM)2. Touch the [LOC] key to switch to OX tuner2. Touch the [PS] key to start the Preset Scan. sensitivity. The unit starts scanning each station for 10 seconds sequentially.3. When the desired station is tuned in, touch the [PS] key again to continue receiving that station.DVD Video Player OperationsChanging DVD SystemScreen Saver FeatureSettings 1. Press the [MENU] button, and touch the[SETIING] key.Note: The main SETIING screen is displayed. If the Setup operation is performed in the middle of 2. Touch the [Screen] key to display the DisplayDVD video play, the disc will restart fromsettings menu.beginning. 3. Touch the [Screen Saver] key to display theSelecting the DVD SETUP menuscreen saver selection menu.1. Press the [MENU] button, and touch the4. Touch the [OFF] or [ON] key to turn off or on [SETIING] key. the screen saver feature The main SETIING screen is displayed.2. Touch the [Screen] key to display the Display Note: If the screen saver is not for entertainment purposes. settings menu. The feature is intended to prevent screen damage if3. Touch the [Regional] key to display the the unit is paused or stopped for an extended period Language settings menu. of time.3. Touch the [Rating] key to display the Parental Controls settings menu.4. Perform setting for the desired setting items. See the following sections for detail.5. Touch the [Back] key. * In the following sections, only the details regarding settings are described, the procedures to select items are skipped. VRX485VD/MAX385VD 22 23. DVD Video Player Operations Setting up the screen size Setting up the password for setting 1. Touch the [Aspect Ratio] button to enterup of the parental levelthe TV DISPLAY item to change the screen The factory default setting is "0000".~ size to " 16:9 " or" 4:3 ". 4-1. Touch the [RATING] key in the SETIING:::l The factory default setting is" 4:3 "./l)menu.;;}When watching a wide type through a con-34-2. Touch the [Set Password] key and a keyQjventional type of the rear view monitor (4:3):::lpad will appear.c:Qj4:3 : Input the old password, and touch theThe leftmost and rightmost areas of the screen[OK] key.are cut off.* Input "4356" to return password to "0000". Input a new password, and touch the[ENT] key. Note: When a disc with view restrictions is inserted, you will be prompted to input a password. The disc will not be viewable until the correct password isThis function allows displaying the importantentered.part of image fully on the screen. In somecases, image is displayed while being panned Setting up the parental level(scrolled). You can change the level of parental lock (audio- When watching a wide type through a wide visual restriction) .type of the rear view monitor (16:9) This function allows cutting scenes that are16:9 : unfavorable for children or replacing themThe leftmost and rightmost areas of the screen automatically with other scenes prepared inare cut off. advance. For example, by replacing scenes of radical violence or portrayals of sex with safe scenes, you can make a trouble-free story as if it were so from the beginning. 4-1. Touch the [RATING] key in the SETIINGSmenu. 4-1. Touch the [PARENTAL CONTROL] key in Setting up the audio languagethe RATING menu. 4-2. Touch the ten-key (0 to 9) to input a 4-digit 4-1. Touch the [REGIONAL] key in the SETIING password, and touch the [ENT] key.menu. The factory default setting of theThe Language menu is displayed. password is "0000". 4-2. Touch the [Audio] key to select a. desired 4-3. Touch the appropriate parental rating thatlanguage and set it by touching the is desired. 1 is similar to G and 8 is similaravailable languages.to NR. The factory default setting is "ENGLISH". The factory default setting is "8". Setting up the subtitle language 4-1. Touch the [REGIONAL] key in the SETIINGmenu.The Language menu is displayed. 4-2. Touch the [Subtitle] key to select a desiredlanguage and set it by touching theavailable languages. The factory default setting is "ENGLISH". 23VRX485VD/MAX385VD 24. DVD Video Player OperationsThe relationship between DVD video categorycodes and parental level are shown in the tablebelow. Use this table when setting the parentallevel. Some videos may be recorded at higherthan desired volume levels. Increase the LEVEL7NC-17volume gradually from the minimal (NO ONE 17 AND UNDER setting after the video has started. ADMITTED) For your safety, the driver should notwatch the video or operate the controls LEVEL6Rwhile driving. Please note that watching (RESTRICTED)and operating the video while driving are LEVEL4PG-13prohibited by law in some countries. (PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED)Note: LEVEL3PG For your safety, your entertainment system has a (PARENTAL GUIDANCEsafety function which turns off the picture when the car is moving, so only the audio can be heard. The SUGGESTED) picture can only be watched when the car is LEVEL1G stopped and the parking brake is applied. (GENERAL AUDIENCES) If "AUDIO ONL Y" appears on the screen just after turning on the ACC power of the car, release the The contents that the parental level restricts parking brake while confirming safety, and thenvary with the country code.engage the parking brake again.Basic Operations Pausing play 1. Press the [OK] button or touch the [~/II]key to pause play.Loading a disc"PAUSE" appears in the display.1. Press the [01.] (OPEN/CLOSE) button to open 2. To resume disc play, press the [~III] button the operation panel. (MAX385VD only) again.2. Insert a disc into the center of the insertion slot with the label side facing up. The discEjecting a disc plays automatically after loading. 1. Press the [01.] (OPEN/CLOSE) button to openNote: the operation panel. (MAX385VD only) Never insert foreign objects into the disc insertionslot.2. Press the [~] (EJECT) button to eject disc. If the disc is not inserted easily, there may be"EJECT" appears in the display. The playanother disc in the mechanism or the unit may mode then switches to the TUNER mode.require service.* If a disc is left in the ejected position for 15 8 cm (single play) discs cannot be used.seconds, the disc is automatically reloaded(Auto reload). In this case, however, the playmode will remain set to the TUNER mode.ACAUTION Note:For your safety, the driver should not insert If you force a disc into before auto reloading, thisor eject a disc opening the operation panelcan damage the disc.while driving.Watching/Listening to a disc alreadyinserted1. Press the [MENU] button, and touch the [DVD/CD] key to select the DVD PLAYER mode. Play starts automatically. If no disc is loaded in the unit, the DVD/CD icon will be shaded in the display.VRX485VD/MAX385VD 24 25. DVD Video Player OperationsWatching a DVD-Video Operating the DVD menu After disc loading, the play mode is automaticallyYou can select the button items displayed in the engaged.DVD menu by directly touching it. When playback is not started, press the [OK]If the button items are hard to select correctly,~button or touch the [~/II ] key.you can also operate them by using the remote~ Button operation may differ depending on the control directional buttons.;} story of the disc.3On the MAX385VD, you can press the volume~ After the menu screen is displayed knob in momentarily, then turn it to change the~ For normal DVD-Video discs, the DVD menu selected items on the screen. Press the [~/II]screen appears. button to select it.After the DVD menu screen is displayed, selectan item in the following operations and play itback.On the VRX485VD, you can use the right knob to change the selected items on the screen. Press the right knob or [~/II] button to select it.Showing the DVD PLA YER modescreen Stopping playbackThe DVD PLAYER mode screen is used to1. Showing the DVD PLAYER mode screen,control the playback mode from the screen.touch the [ ] key. Playback is stopped.1. Touch the screen.On the VRX485VD, you can also press the The DVD PLAYER mode screen is displayed. [.] key on the front control panel. If you do not touch the screen for 5 seconds, 2. To resume playback, press the [~/II ] button. the display will return to the playback screen.Playback resumes from the scene whereplayback is stopped. Pausing playback 1. Press the [ OK] button or touch the [~/II ]key during playback.Playback pauses. 2. To resume playback, press the [ ~!II] buttonagain.Playback resumes.Showing the DVD menu1. Showing the DVD PLAYER mode screen, touch the [Menu] key during playback. The DVD menu appears. The displayed contents may differ depending * on the DVD software. Example showing DVD menu display25VRX485VO/MAX385VO 26. DVD Video Player OperationsSkipping a chapter (searching) Title About chapter A large segment to divide the data area ofthe disc.Chapter means a small segment to divide the Chapterdata area of the disc.A small segment to divide the data area of01-1. Press the [A] or [v] button during the disc.~ playback. (MAX385VD) Time !!{1-2. Press the [ .... ] or [~] button duringA specific time on the disc.3 playback. (VRX485VD)2. Input the number of the title/chapter/time that ~til Chapters are skipped, as many as the timesyou want to play back with the [0] to [9] key. !!!. the button is pressed, and playback starts. 3. Touch the [ENT] key.Playback starts from the scene of the input Currenttitle number, time or chapter number. ~ location ~T * If the input title/chapter/time number does notSIRIUS satellite radio is a subscription service.displayed.~Please contact Sirius Radio to begin or alter~your subscription:3. To return to the Sirius Radio, enter a newc channel to resume.Q1 Internet: www.sirius.com Telephone: 888-539-SIRIUS (747487) Selecting a Satellite Radio mode 1. Press the [MODE] or [SOURCE] button untilSIRIUS is displayed or select SIRIUS in themain menu. You can reach the main menuby pressing the [MENU] button on your unit.The system changes to the Sirius SatelliteRadio mode. Displaying channel labels 1. Touch the [LIST] button and the next fourchannels are displayed for your ease ofviewing. 2. Touch the [LIST] button again to return tothe main display screen. Selecting your presets 1. Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band]key to enter the preset memory menu. Youcan save up to 20 presets for your favoritechannels for quick access. Information displayed during reception The following information is displayed when the Channel selection satellite radio cannot be received normally. Channels are selected with the [ ........ ] or [~ ~ ] When the receiver is turned on the first time or buttons. after a reset: "UPDATING" followed by a percentage of completion. * For details, see the following operation descriptions. When a channel is being tuned in (no signal is yet received): "ACQUIRING SIGNAL" Note: A channel without a broadcast has been The audio output is muted and other button operations are not accepted during channel selected: "INVALID CHANNEL" selection. A channel not covered by your contract: " CALL 888-539-SIRIUS" Call (888)539-747487 to activate your radio When a channel is out of air time: "OFF AIR" When the antenna is disconnected or has been damaged: "ANTENNA ERROR" 33VRX485VD/MAX385VD 34. Satellite Radio OperationsSelecting a station with the channel Recalling a preset stationnumber A total of 20 satellite radio stations can be recalled1. Touch the direct access button on the Siriusfrom the receivers memory. You can access the screen to enter direct channel selection. The presets by pressing the BAND button This allows button is at the top right corner.you to store your favorite satellite radio stations~ the memory for later recall. :)2. Enter the channel number of your desired fl) station by touching the [0] to [9] keys.1. Touch the [BAND] button to enter the preset ~list to select or save your presets.3 If you enter a wrong number, you can cancelQJ::J it by touching the [BACK] key.2. Touch the corresponding Preset key (1 to 4) c:QJ3. Touch the [OK] key.to recall the desired preset station. The radio channel you entered will be tuned. * There are 5 pages of preset memory space available for your use. You can scroll theSelecting a station with in thepages using the scroll bar buttons to the right of the screen.tuning mode 3. Touch the [BAND] key to return to the previous Seek tuningscreen.Only channels that can be received are selected.Channels that are locked and channels notcovered by the contract will be skipped. Deleting a preset1. Touch the [~ ~] or [~ ~] key. 1. Touch the [BAND] button and enter the preset The receiver seeks the next available channelmenu. below or above the current channel. 2. Select the preset you would like to delete bytouching it in the preset menu.Saving a preset station3. Touch and hold the [DEL] button for more thanA total of 20 satellite radio stations can be stored3 seconds.in the receivers memory. You can access thepresets by pressing the BAND button This allowsReceiving stations selected byyou to store your favorite satellite radio stationscategorythe memory for later recall. Satellite Radio allows you to select broadcast1. Touch the [BAND] button to enter the preset channel category (contents).list to select or save your presets. 1. Touch the [I ~~] or [~ ~ I] key.2. Touch and hold for more than 2 seconds thecorresponding preset key to save the selected Scroll the category and select a channelchannel. 1-1. Touch the scroll bar buttons on the right * There are 5 pages of preset memory space to scroll through the available pages. available for your use. You can scroll the pages using the scroll bar buttons to the right 1-2. Touch the [I ~~] or [~ ~ I] key to of the screen. scroll through the available categories.3. Touch the [BAND] key to return to the previous1-3. Select your desired channel by touching screen.it momentarily on the screen. 1-2. Touch the desired Category item key toA uto preset storeselect the category.1. Touch the [BAND] button and hold it for 3 sec-2. Touch the [LIST] button to exit category onds and the selected channel will be stored intuning mode. the next available empty preset location. Note: When the category selection mode is entered. the category of the last received channel is displayed first. VRX48SVO/MAX38SVO 34 35. GENERALProblem Cause MeasurePower does not turnFuse is blown. Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If theon. (No sound isfuse blows again, consult your store of purchase.3 produced.)QI Incorrect wiring.Consult your store of purchase.::::sc~ Nothing happensThe microprocessor has Turn off the power and open the operation panel.when buttons are malfunctioned due to Press the reset button with a thin rod.pressed. noise, etc.Note:When the Reset button is pressed, turn off the ACCDisplay is notpower.accurate.* When the Reset button is pressed, frequencies ofradio stations, titles, etc. stored in memory arecleared.The remote control Direct rays of the sun fall on When direct rays of the sun fall on the light-unit does not work.the light-receptive part ofreceptive part of the remote control unit, it may not the remote control unit. work. The batteries of the remoteCheck the batteries of the remote control unit. control unit are dead or there is no battery in the remote control unit.DVD PlayerProblem Cause MeasureDisc cannot be Another disc is alreadyEject the disc before loading the new one.loaded.loaded. There is a foreign matterEject the foreign matter forcibly. already in place.Sound skips or isCompact disc is dirty. Clean the compact disc with a soft cloth.noisy. Compact disc is heavilyReplace with a compact disc with no scratches. scratched or warped.Sound is bad directlyWater droplets may formLet dry for about 1 hour with the power on.after power is turnedon the internal lens whenon.the car is parked in a humid place.The image is not The parking brake is not Check that the parking brake is engaged.displayed. engaged.Disc cannot play with Feature exceeds setthe display parental level."PARENTAL See the subsection "level"VIOLATION" shown.35 VRX485VO/MAX385VO 36. If an error occurs, one of the following displays is displayed.Take the measures described below to solve the problem.DVD Player DisplayCauseMeasure BAD DISCA disc is caught inside the This is a failure of DVD decks mechanism and CD deck and is not ejected. consult your store of purchase. BAD DISCA disc cannot be playedReplace with a non-scratched, non-warped disc. due to scratches, etc. BAD DISCA disc is loaded upside- Eject the disc then reload it properly. down inside the DVD deck and does not play. PARENTALParental level errorSet the correct Parental level. VIOLATIONWRONG REGION Region code error Eject the disc, and replace correct region code disc.If an error display other than the ones described above appears, press the Reset button. If the problempersists, turn off the power and consult your store of purchase.* When the Reset button is pressed, frequencies of radio stations, titles, etc. stored in memory are cleared. VRX485VD/MAX385VD 36 37. FM TunerLCD Monitor Frequency Range: 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHzVRX485VD Screen Size: 7-inch wide type~Usable Sensitivity: 9 dBf153 mm Width x 87 mm Height~50dB Quieting Sensitivity: 15 dBf MAX385VD Screen Size: 6.5-inch wide type~Alternate Channel Selectivity: 70 dB 141 mm Width x 78 mm Height3Stereo Separation (1 kHz): 32 dB~Frequency Response (3 dB): 30 Hz to 15 kHz Display method:c:~Transmission type TN liquid crystal display AM TunerDrive method: TFT (thin-film transistor) Frequency Range: 530 kHz to 1710kHz active matrix driving Usable Sensitivity: 28 dBJ-lV Pixels: 336,960 (480 x 3 (RGB) x 234) DVD PlayerGeneral System: Power source voltage: Digital Versatile Disc System with CODA 14.4 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V allowable) capable Ground: Negative Usable discs: Current consumption: 4.0 A (1 W) DVD video disc, Compact discAuto Antenna Rated Current: 500 mA less Frequency Response: MAX385VD Dimensions of the Main Unit: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (CD) (1 dB)7" Width (178 mm) x 3-15/16" Height Dynamic Range: 100 dB (1 kHz) (100 mm) x 6-1/2" Depth (165 mm) Distortion: 0.006%MAX385VD Weight of the Main Unit: 2.8 kg VRX485VD Dimensions of the Main Unit: Audio Amplifier 7" Width (178 mm) x 2" Height Maximum power output: (50 mm) x 6-5/16" Depth (160 mm)160 W (40 W x 4) VRX485VD Weight of the Main Unit: 2.15 kg Speaker impedance: 4 Q (4 to 8 Q allowable) Dimensions of the Remote Control Unit: Input2-1/8" Width (54 mm) x 9/16" Height Audio input: (14 mm)x 4-13/16" Depth (122 mm) 130 60mVrms (High) Weight of the Remote Control Unit: 600 80mVrms (Mid) 50 g (including battery) 840 1 OOmVrms (Low) (input impedance 10 kQ or greater) Video input: 1.0 0.2 Vp-p (input impedance 75 Q) Note: Video Output Specifications comply with JEITA Standards. Video output: Specifications and design are subject to change 1.0 0.2 Vp-p (output impedance 75 Q) without notice for further improvement.Power Output:..t 9" 8~~18 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4 Q ./ ~and 1 % THD+NSignal to Noise Ratio:76 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Q) 37VRX48SVD/MAX38SVD 38. Contents1. BEFORE STARTING 382. PACKAGE CONTENTS383. GENERAL CAUTIONS384. CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION395. INSTALLING THE MAIN UNIT406. CAUTIONS ON WIRING427. WIRE CONNECTION 431. BEFORE STARTING1. This set is exclusively for use in cars with a negative ground 12 V power supply.2. Read these instructions carefully.3. Be sure to disconnect the battery "- "terminal before starting. This is to prevent short circuits during installation. (Figure 1)Car battery Figure 12. PACKAGE CONTENTS1. Main unit5. Remote control unit2. Manuals6. Battery Owners manual & Installation manual(installed in remote control unit) Warranty card7. Finishers3. Power supply cord4. Bag for accessories (No.1) Flat head screw (M5 x 8)8 or 4 Sems hexagonal bolt (M5 x 8)............. 8 or 43. GENERAL CAUTIONS1. Do not open the case. There are no user- 2. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the case. Never serviceable parts inside. If you drop anythinguse a rough cloth, thinner, benzine, or alcohol, into the unit during installation, consult your etc. For tough dirt, apply a little cold or warm dealer or an authorized Clarion service water to a soft cloth and wipe off the dirt center. gently. VRX485VD/MAX385VD38 39. 4. CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION 1. Prepare all articles necessary for installing the 4. If you have to do any modification on the carmain unit before starting. body, such as drilling holes, consult your car 2. This model features an operation panel thatdealer beforehand.slides forward. 5. Use the included screws for installation. Usingz On some types of cars, the operation panel other screws can cause damage. (Figure 4)F~~may make contact with the dashboard or Chassis Chassis!,>Fgearshift lever, in which cause it cannot be>~-0 Zinstalled. Before installing, check that the unitwill not hamper operation of the gearshift leveror obstruct your view before selecting the+