USER MANUAL VX409 CLARION
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Contents
1 FEATURES 3
Expanding Systems 3
- PRECAUTIONS 4
3.CONTROLS/COMMANDES/CONTROLES. 5
Names of Buttons 6
Outline of Button and Touchkey Operation 7
Remote Control 10
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons 11
- CAUTIONS ON HANDLING 13
Operation panel 13
Cleaning 13
Handling Discs 14
5.DVDVIDEOSYSTEM 15
DVD Video Features 15
Discs. 16
About the registered marks etc. 16
- OPERATIONS 17
Basic Operations 18
Radio Operations 22
DVD Video Player Operations 23
7 ACCESSORIES 32
iPod Operations 32
AUX In Operations 33
Sirius Radio Operations 34
8.TROUBLESHOOTING 36
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ERROR DISPLAYS 37
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SPECIFICATIONS 38
INSTALLATION AND WIRE CONNECTION MANUAL 39
1. FEATURES
Double Din Motorized 6.5" Widescreen LCD
Motorized 7" Widescreen LCD
Touch Panel Control
DVD Video/CD-DA/MP3/WMA Playback Capability
RCA 6-Channel Output
CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD RW Compatible
Built-in 40 W x 4 Amplifier
iPod® Control
"iPod" is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Expanding Systems
2. PRECAUTIONS
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.
- When the inside of the car is very cold and the player is used soon after switching on the heater, moisture may form on the disc (DVD/ CD) or the optical parts of the player and proper playback may not be possible. If moisture forms on the disc (DVD/CD), wipe it off with a soft cloth. If moisture forms on the optical parts of the player, do not use the player for about one hour. The condensation will disappear naturally allowing normal operation.
- Driving on extremely bumpy roads which cause severe vibration may cause the sound to skip.
- This unit uses a precision mechanism. Even in the event that trouble arises, never open the case, disassemble the unit, or lubricate the rotating parts.
- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER WILL Void THE WARRANTY AND WILL VIOLATE FCC APPROVAL.

3. CONTROLS

Operation panel
Note:
Be sure to read this chapter while referring to the front diagrams for chapter "3.CONTROLS"
- Press this button to turn on the power. Keep pressing this button more than 1 second to turn off the power.
- Press this button to attenuate the sound of the receiver, press again to restore sound.
- Use this button to open/close the operation panel.
- Keep pressing this button more than 2 seconds to adjust the angle of the operation panel. The angle of the operation panel is adjustable in the range of 0^ to 30^ (VX409 only).
Sensor
- Receiver for the remote control unit (operating range: 30^ in all directions).
- Use this button to enter the AM/FM tuner mode from any source.
- Once in the AM/FM tuner mode, you can press it to change bands between FM1, FM2, FM3, and AM bands.
- Press this button to reset the unit.
- Press this button to enter/exit the playback information mode while in DVD mode.
- Keep pressing this button more than 1 second to enter/exit the Monitor Adjust mode.
- Press this button to scroll through the available sources such as AM/FM tuner, DVD mode, AV input, Sirius Radio, and iPod mode.
- Press and hold for more than 2 seconds for shortcut to navigation map. (VZ409 only)
- Press this button to enter the play pause mode in the DVD/CD/MP3/WMA, and iPod modes. Press the button again to resume playback.
- Use these buttons to change to the previous/ next preset station in the TUNER/Sirius Radio modes.
- Use these buttons to select a track in the CD, MP3/WMA,and iPod modes.
- Use these buttons to select a chapter in the DVD video mode.
- Use this button to enter the AM/FM tuner mode from any source.
- Once in the AM/FM tuner mode, you can press it to change bands between FM1, FM2, FM3, and AM bands.
- Pressing this button in the any mode will return the unit to the main menu.
- The main menu allows selection of any available source to include AM/FM tuner, DVD mode, AV input, Sirius radio, and iPod mode. The main menu also has a MONITOR OFF function to turn off the display to reduce glare or distraction while driving.
- The SETTING menu is also located in the main menu. Please do not make adjustments to the setting menu while the vehicle is in motion.
- Press this button to enter the DVD mode from any source.
- Press and hold for more than 2 seconds for shortcut to navigation map. (VX409 only)
- Press this button to start the preset scan mode.
- Press and hold this button to start the auto preset scan and setting mode. This function is very useful when traveling to unfamiliar areas.
- Use this button to eject the disc set in this unit.
- Press and hold for more than 2 seconds for shortcut to navigation map, when a navigation module is connected.
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Turning the power on
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TUNERmodeoperation
Note:
*1: These images indicate the buttons to press or keys to touch.

DVD Video mode operation
Adjusting audio/video settings

*2: Press and hold button to access setting menu.
Remote control unit

Replacing the Batteries
- Press the retention tab and pull out the battery tray and remove the old battery.
- Insert the new CR2025 battery and slide the battery tray back in the remote control the same direction that you removed it. Please ensure the tray is inserted in the correct direction.
Note:
Using batteries improperly can cause them to explode. Take note of the following points:
- When replacing batteries, replace both batteries with new ones.
- Do not short-circuit, disassemble or heat batteries.
- Do not dispose of batteries into fire or flames.
- Dispose of spent batteries properly.
You can use the remote control unit to control the VX409 and VZ409.
Note:
- The wireless remote control operation may not be optimal in direct sunlight.
Shared modes
- Press this button to scroll through the various available sources such as the AM/FM tuner, DVD player, iPod, Sirius Radio, or AUX IN.
- Increase and decrease volume.
Turns mute on and off.
- Press this button to turn the unit on or off. menu screens.
- Press this button to OPEN or CLOSE the motorized screen. Please ensure there are no obstructions before starting the operation.
- Press this button to enter the MAIN MENU. From the main menu, you can select your desired source or change your settings.
- Press this button to change your monitor settings such as Brightness, Color, and Contrast.
- Press this button to change your audio settings such as Tone, Fader, and Balance.
- Press this button to exit selection and adjustment menus.
TUNER/Satellite Radio mode
- Press to show/hide the Key Pad screen.
- Press to fix the entered data in the Key Pad screen.
[1], [按钮]
- Press to seek the next available higher or lower station in TUNER mode. In Sirius Radio mode, you will scroll through the categories.
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- Press to manually select the next higher or lower station in TUNER and Satellite Radio modes.
- Press to scroll through the saved presets in the TUNER mode. Press [OK] to tune to the highlighted preset.
- Press to switch in and out of the LIST mode while in the TUNER/ Sirius Radio mode.
DVD PLAYER mode
- Press to turn on and off the playtime display in the DVD video.
- Press to switch in and out of the LIST mode while playing CD audio.
- Press to open the direct search menu while in the DVD video mode.
- Press to select, play or pause video and audio media.
- Press to stop video and audio media playback.
- Press to enter DVD video chapters/titles in the Key Pad screen.
- Press to set the track/folder number of the CD, or MP3/WMA in the Key Pad screen.
- Press to show/hide the Track List screen in the CD mode.
- Press to show/hide the Folder List screen in the MP3/WMA mode.
- Press to go to the title menu on the DVD.
- Press to go to the root menu on the DVD.
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- Press to select button items on the menu screen of a DVD video.
- Press [ ][ ] t> scroll the through the page screens in the CD and MP3/WMA modes.
- Press to select the next higher or lower chapter number in DVD video mode.
- Press to select the next higher or lower track in CD.
- Press to perform fast-forward and fast-backward. Press again to advance to higher speed reversing or forwarding such as 2x, 4x, 8x and 16x. Press once more to resume normal speed playback.
- Press to perform chapter repeat in the DVD video mode, and track repeat in CD and MP3/WMA modes.
- Press again to perform title repeat in DVD video mode or folder repeat in MP3/WMA mode. In CD mode, this will activate the repeat all mode.
- Press again to perform all repeat in MP3/WMA playback mode.
- 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'
- Press to turn on and zoom in while in DVD Video mode. You can zoom in up to 3x.
- Press to switch the AUDIO function in the DVD video mode.
- Press to display subtitles in the DVD video mode.
- Press to switch the ANGLE function in the DVD video mode when the Angle mark is displayed.
iPod mode
- Press to play or pause the selected media.
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- Press to scroll the list screens.
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- Press to select the next higher or lower track numbers.
- Press to perform fast-forward or fast-backward searching. Press again to change the speed to 2x, 4x, 8x or 16x.
4. CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
Operation panel
For a longer service life, be sure to read the following cautions.
The operation panel will operate properly in a temperature range of 0 to 60^
- Do not allow any liquids on the set from drinks, umbrellas etc. Doing so may damage the internal circuitry.
- Do not disassemble or modify the set in any way. Doing so may result in damage.
- Subjecting the operation panel to shocks may result in breakage, deformation or other damage.
- Do not let cigarettes burn the display. Doing so may damage or deform the cabinet.
- If a problem should occur, have the set inspected at your store of purchase.
- Do not insert objects or poke in the space between the operation panel and the main unit when the panel is tilted.
Cleaning
- Cleaning the cabinet
Use a soft, dry cloth and gently wipe off the dirt. For tough dirt, apply some neutral detergent diluted in water to a soft cloth, wipe off the dirt gently, then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not use benzene, thinner, car cleaner, etc., as these substances may damage the cabinet or cause the paint to peel. Also, leaving rubber or plastic products in contact with the cabinet for long periods of time may cause stains.
- Cleaning the liquid crystal panel
The liquid crystal panel tends to collect dust, so wipe it off occasionally with a soft cloth. The surface is easily scratched, so do not rub it with hard objects.
- The remote control unit may not work if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight.
- In extremely cold weather, the display movement may slow down and the display may darken, but this is not a malfunction. The display will work normally when the temperature increases.
- Small black and shiny spots inside the liquid crystal panel are normal for LCD products.
- The touchkeys on the display operate when slightly touched. Do not press the touchkey screen with much force.
- Do not push the case surrounding the touchkey panel with much force. This may cause malfunctioning of the touchkeys.
Handling
- New discs may have some roughness around the edges. If such discs are used, the player may not work or the sound may skip. Use a ball-point pen or the like to remove any roughness from the edge of the disc.

- Never stick labels on the surface of the disc or mark the surface with a pencil or pen.
- Never play a disc with any cellophane tape or other glue on it or with peeling off marks. If you try to play such a disc, you may not be able to get it back out of the DVD player or it may damage the DVD player.
- Do not use discs that have large scratches, are misshapen, cracked, etc. Use of such discs may cause misoperation or damage.
- To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.
- Do not use commercially available disc protection sheets or discs equipped with stabilizers, etc. These may damage the disc or cause breakdown of the internal mechanism.
Storage
- Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or any heat source.
- Do not expose discs to excess humidity or dust.
- Do not expose discs to direct heat from heaters.
Cleaning
- To remove fingermarks and dust, use a soft cloth and wipe in a straight line from the center of the disc to the circumference.
- Do not use any solvents, such as commercially available cleaners, anti-static spray, or thinner to clean discs.
After using special disc cleaner, let the disc dry off well before playing it.
On Discs
Exercise a good precaution when loading a disc. The operation panel will close automatically when leaving it open for a while.
- Never turn off the power and remove the unit from the car with a disc loaded.
CAUTION
For your safety, the driver should not insert or eject a disc opening the operation panel while driving.

5. DVDVIDEOSYSTEM
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.
DVDVideoFeatures
This unit provides the following functions in addition to the high image quality and sound quality of DVD video.
Note:
- The functions described in this section, for example, the recorded language, subtitles, angles, etc. differ depending on the DVD video disc. Refer to the instructions provided with the DVD video.
- Some disc functions may operate differently from described in this manual.
Multi-soundfunction
DVD video can store up to 8 languages for one film; select the language of your preference.
- The languages stored on the disc are indicated by the icon shown below.

Multi-anglefunction
A DVD video that is filmed from multiple angles allows you to select the angle of choice.
The number of recorded angles are indicated by the icon shown below.

Subpicture(subtitles)function
A DVD video can record subtitles for up to 32 languages and you can select the language of the subtitles you wish to see.
The number of recorded subtitle languages are indicated by the icon shown below.

Multi-storyfunction
When a DVD video contains more than one story for a film, you can select the story you wish to enjoy. The operation procedures vary with the disc; observe the instructions for selecting a story provided during playback.
Menu can be called up during DVD video playback to perform menu setting.
Example showing menu display

Playable discs
This DVD video player can play the following discs.
Playable discs
DVD video discs

MP3 ID3 TAG

Audio CDs

WMA

A CD Extra disc is a disc in which a total of two sessions have been recorded. The first session is Audio session and the second session is Data session.
Your personally-created CDs with more than second data sessions recorded cannot be played on this DVD video player.
Note:
- When you play a CD Extra disc, only the first session will be recognized.
About playing a CD-R/CD-RW disc (MP3, WMA)
This player can play CD-R/CD-RW discs previously recorded in music CD format (MP3, WMA) or video CD format.
About playing a DVD-R/RW or DVD+R/RW disc
This player cannot play DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/ RW discs previously recorded in video CD format.
However, MP3/WMA files recorded on DVD-R/ RW and DVD+R/RW discs can be played.
About the registered marks etc.
- This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Discs that cannot be played back
This DVD video player cannot play back DVD-Audio, DVD-RAM, Photo CDs, etc.
Note:
- It may also not be possible to play back CDs recorded on a CD-R unit and CD-RW unit. (Cause: disc characteristics, cracks, dust/dirt, dust/dirt on player's lens, etc.)
- If a CD-R or CD-RW disc that has not been finalized is played, it will take a long time to start playing. Also, it may not be possible to play depending on its recording conditions.
- You cannot play Super Audio CDs. Playback of the CD player is not supported even if it is a hybrid disc.
About MP3/WMA playback
This unit can play back CD-R/CD-RW, DVD-R/ RW and DVD+R/RW discs on which MP3/WMA music data have been recorded.
For a detailed information, see the section entitled "Listening to an MP3/WMA.
Note on region numbers
The DVD video system assigns a region number to DVD video players and DVD discs by sales area. DVD video players sold in the United States can play back DVD discs with the region number "ALL", "1" or any combination of numbers that also incorporate a "1".
The DVD video region number is marked on the disc jacket as shown below.



manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
- "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
- "iPod" is for legal or rightholder-authorized copying only. Do not steal music.
- Windows Media™, and the Windows® logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
6. OPERATIONS
Basic Operations
Note:
- Be sure to read this chapter referring to the chapter "3.CONTROLS" (page 5).
CAUTION
When the unit is turned on, starting and stopping the engine with its volume raised to the maximum level may harm your hearings. Be careful about adjusting the volume.
Turning on and off the power
Note:
- Start the engine before using this unit.
- Be careful about using this unit for a long time without running the engine. If you drain the car's battery too far, you may not be able to start the engine and this can reduce the service life of the battery.
- Start the engine. The power button / knob illumination on the unit will light up.

Engine ON position
- Press the (POWER) button to turn on the power.
- Pressing this button while the power is turned on will mute the volume on the VX409, on the VZ409, the audio settings appear.
- To turn off the power, press and hold the [POWER] button for more than 1 second.
Selecting a mode
- Press the [MENU] button to display the Source menu.
- External equipment not connected to this unit is not displayed.
- Touch the desired mode key.
Adjusting the volume
- Turn the volume knob to adjust the volume.
Clockwise: Increases the volume.
Counter-clockwise: Decreases the volume.
The volume level indicated in the display is in a range from 0 (min.) to 40 (max.).
CAUTION
While driving, keep the volume level at which external sounds can be heard.
Mute
- If using a VX409, press the PWR/MUTE button to turn the mute on and off. the mute on and off.
- If using a VZ409, press the [MUTE] button to turn the mute on and off.
- When the mute is turned on, " " appears on the LCD screen.
Opening the operation panel and adjusting the angle
Open the operation panel when inserting/ejecting a disc.
The angle of the operation panel can be adjusted depending on the mounting angle of the unit or light coming into the car.
CAUTION
- Do not move the operation panel forcibly or do not apply strong force to the operation panel.
- When the operation panel is operating, be careful not to get your hand or finger caught between the operation panel and main unit or its mechanical parts.
- The driver should not operate the operation panel while driving.
Opening/closing the operation panel
- Press the [OPEN/CLOSE) button. The operation panel will be opened or closed.

Note:
The operation panel will close automatically when a disc is inserted. (VX409 only)
- When the operation panel is open, the touch panel should not be operated. (VX409 only)
Adjusting the angle of the operation panel
The angle of the operation panel can be adjusted in the range of 0^ to 30^ .
- Keep pressing the [OPEN/CLOSE) button more than 2 seconds.
A beep will sound and the operation panel will start moving.


- When the operation panel is moved to your desired angle, release the button. The operation panel will stop.
- For the VZ409, simply adjust your desired angle by pressing the [V] or [A] tilt buttons on your control panel.
Returning the operation panel to the original angle (VX409)
- Press the [ ] (OPEN/CLOSE) button to open the motorized LCD panel.
- Keep pressing the [OPEN/CLOSE) button until the panel is back at the normal position.
Adjusting the AUDIO
- Press the [EQ] button on the screen or the [SEL] button on the remote control.
- Touch the item key to adjust.
- Perform the adjustment. See the following sections for detail.
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Touch the [Back] key to return to the previous screen.
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In the following sections, only the details regarding adjustments are described, procedures to select items are skipped.
Adjusting the balance/fader
- Touch the BALANCE or FADER in the audio menu.
- Touch the [F] or [R] key to adjust to the fader level.
The factory default setting is "0". (Adjustment range: front 9 to rear -9)
- 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 BASS
The bass gain and bass frequency can be adjusted as follows.
- Enter the Audio settings menu.
- 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.
Adjusting the TREBLE
The treble gain and treble frequency can be adjusted as follows.
- Enter the Audio settings menu.
- Touch the [-] or [+] key to set the desirable level.
GAIN:
-7 to 7 (The factory default setting is "0".)
3. To set the treble center frequency, enter the ASP adjustment in the SETTING menu.
Adjusting the non fader output phase
You can adjust the subwoofer phase from the SETTING adjustment menu.
- Touch the ASP tab in the SETTING menu.
- Touch the [SUB PHASE] button in the ASP menu and a selection menu will appear.
Setting range:
0 or 180 (The factory default setting is "0")
Adjusting the non fader output Low Pass Crossover
You can adjust the subwoofer phase from the SETTING adjustment menu.
- Touch the ASP tab in the SETTING menu.
- Touch the [SUB FILTER] button in the ASP menu and a selection menu will appear.
Setting range:
80,120 or 160Hz (The default setting is "60")
Adjusting the non fader output volume
You can adjust the volume output from the unit's Audio adjustment menu.
- Touch the [-] or [+] key of the SW VOL item to adjust to desirable level.
Setting range:
-7 to 7 (The factory default setting is "0".)
Turning on/off the LOUDNESS
The Loudness setting emphasizes the low and high sound level areas to provide a more full and dynamic sound without distortion.
- Enter the Audio settings menu.
- Touch [ON] or [OFF] of the [LOUDNESS]
item to turn on or off the loudness effect.
(The factory default setting is "OFF").
Adjusting the MONITOR
- Press the [PIC] button on the remote control or [MONI/ADJ] button on the VX409.
- Perform the adjustment for the desired item. See the following sections for detail.
- 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.
Adjusting the brightness, contrast and color levels
- Touch the [PIC] key on the remote control or [MONI/ADJ] key on the VX409.
- Touch the [-] or [+] key to make adjustments to the settings to your desired levels.
"Bright":
Adjusts the brightness of the display.
"Color":
Adjusts the color saturation.
"Contrast":
Adjusts the level of black.
or green is emphasized).
Bright/Color/Contrast:
The factory default setting is medium level.
Adjusting the SETTING
- Press the [MENU] button, then touch the [SETTING] key.
- Touch the top navigation tabs to switch between the SETTING menus. You can navigate between General, Screen, ASP, Regional, and Rating.
- Perform the adjustment for the desired item. See the following sections for detail.
- 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.
Changing the output speaker for the cellular phone
When you connect your cellular phone to this unit using a separately sold adaptor, you can listen to your telephone calls on your car speakers.
The factory default setting is "RIGHT"
- To output the telephone calls, set the following TEL SWITCH item to "ON".
Touch the [LEFT] or [RIGHT] key of the TEL SP item to set to "LEFT" or "RIGHT".
LEFT:
Telephone calls are heard from the front left speaker connected to this unit.
RIGHT:
Telephone calls are heard from the front right speaker connected to this unit.
Note:
- During cellular phone interrupts, setting this function is disabled.
Cellular phone interrupt setting
The factory default setting is "OFF".
Touch the [ON], [OFF] or [MUTE] key of the TEL SWITCH item to set to "ON", "OFF" or "MUTE".
ON:
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 using the [+] /[-] buttons.
OFF:
This unit continues normal operation even when you use the cellular phone.
MUTE:
The sound from this unit is muted during telephone calls.
Note:
- This function is not compatible with all cellular telephones. Contact your local authorized Clarion dealer for information on proper installation and compatibility.
- When you set this function to "OFF", disconnect the cellular phone from the cable or turn off the power of the cellular phone.


Adjusting the CLOCK
- Press the [SETTING] button, then touch the [CLOCK] key.
- 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.
- 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 region
- Press the [SETTING] button, then touch the [RADIO] key.
- 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 area's 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 Defaults
- Press the [SETTING] button, then touch the [LOAD FACTORY] key.
- 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.
Displaying the Navigation Map
- Press and hold the [MAP] shortcut key for more than 2 seconds.
- Navigation module must be purchased separately and connected.
- You may also press the [MENU] button or return to the main menu and select the [NAVI] function to display the navigation map.
Radio Operations
Listening to the radio
- Press the [MENU] button, and touch the [TUNER] key. The TUNER mode screen is displayed.

- Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band] key to select the radio band. Each time the button is pressed, the radio reception band changes in the following order: FM1 FM2 FM3 AM FM1...
Seek tuning
- Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band] key to select the desired band (FM or AM).
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Touch the [ ] key automatically seek a station.
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When touching the [ ] key, the station is sought in the direction of higher frequencies.
- When touching the [ ] key, the station is sought in the direction of lower frequencies.
Selecting presets by direct access
This function displays the Key Pad on the screen allowing you to tune by entering a preset number.
- Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band] key to select the desired band (FM or AM).
- Touch the [DIRECT] key to display the Key Pad screen.
- Touch the [0] to [9] key corresponding with the preset you desired. When you input the wrong number, touch the [ ] key to delete the last input number.
- Touch the [ENT] key to tune in to the entered preset.
Manual tuning
- Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band] key to select the desired band (FM or AM).
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Touch the [ ] key manually select a station.
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When touching the [ ] key, the frequency is tuned in the direction of higher frequencies.
- When touching the [ ] key, the frequency is tuned in the direction of lower frequencies.
Recalling a preset station
There are total of 48 preset positions (12-FM1, 12-FM2, 12-FM3, 12-AM) to store individual radio stations in memory. There are 2 ways available to recall the preset station.
Using the remote controller
- Press the [BAND] button to select the desired band (FM or AM).
- Press the preset number desired on the 0-9 numeric keypad.
Using the Preset List screen
- Touch the [List] key.

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Touch the corresponding Preset key to recall the stored station.
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You can select the desired band by touching the [Band] key. Scroll through pages using scroll bar buttons to the right of the presets.
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Touching and holding the desired Preset key for more than 2 seconds will store the current station to the preset memory.
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Touch the [List] key to return to the previous screen.
Manual memory
- Touch the [Band] key to select the desired band. (FM or AM)
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Select the desired station with the seek tuning, manual tuning, or preset tuning.
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Touch the [List] key.
- Touch and hold one of the Preset key for more than 2 seconds to store the current station into the preset memory.
- Scroll through the 3 pages of presets in each band by pressing the scroll bar buttons to the right of the presets.
Auto store
The Auto Store is a function for storing up to 12 stations that are automatically tuned in sequentially. If 12 receivable stations cannot be received, a previously stored station remains unoverwritten at the memory position.
- Touch the [Band] key to select the desired band. (FM or AM)
- Touch the [AS] key momentarily to start the Auto Store function. A beep sounds and the stations with good reception are stored automatically to the preset channels.
Preset scan
The Preset Scan receives the stations stored in the preset memory in order. This function is useful when searching for the desired station in memory.
- Touch the [Band] key to select the desired band. (FM or AM)
- Touch the [PS] key to start the Preset Scan. The unit starts scanning each station for 10 seconds sequentially.
- When the desired station is tuned in, touch the [PS] key again to continue receiving that station.
Channel scan
The Channel Scan receives the stations sequentially and scans continuously. This function is useful when searching for the desired station in an unfamiliar area.
- Touch the [Band] key to select the desired band. (FM or AM)
- Touch the [SCAN] key to start the Channel Scan. The unit starts scanning each station for 10 seconds sequentially.
- When the desired station is tuned in, touch the [SCAN] key again to continue receiving that station.
DX / LOC setting
The DX / LOC setting changes the tuner sensitivity in order to separate closely spaced stations. This feature is useful in areas that have many radio stations in close proximity.
- Touch the [DX] key to switch to LOCAL tuner sensitivity.
- Touch the [LOC] key to switch to DX tuner sensitivity.
DVD Video Player Operations
Changing DVD System Settings
Note:
- If the Setup operation is performed in the middle of DVD video play, the disc will restart from beginning.
- Press the [MENU] button, and touch the [SETTING] key. The main SETTING screen is displayed
- Touch the [Screen] key to display the Display settings menu.
- Touch the [Regional] key to display the Language settings menu.
- Touch the [Rating] key to display the Parental Controls settings menu.
- Perform setting for the desired setting items. See the following sections for detail.
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Touch the [Back] key.
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In the following sections, only the details regarding settings are described, the procedures to select items are skipped.
Screen Saver Feature
- Press the [MENU] button, and touch the [SETTING] key. The main SETTING screen is displayed.
- Touch the [Screen] key to display the Display settings menu.
- Touch the [Screen Saver] key to display the screen saver selection menu.
- Touch the [OFF] or [ON] key to turn off or on the screen saver feature
Note:
- If the screen saver is not for entertainment purposes. The feature is intended to prevent screen damage if the unit is paused or stopped for an extended period of time.
Setting up the screen size
- Touch the [Aspect Ratio] button to enter the TV DISPLAY item to change the screen size to "16:9" or "4:3".
The factory default setting is "4:3".
- When watching a wide type through a conventional type of the rear view monitor (4:3) 4:3 :
The leftmost and rightmost areas of the screen are cut off.

This function allows displaying the important part of image fully on the screen. In some cases, image is displayed while being panned (scrollled).
- When watching a wide type through a wide type of the rear view monitor (16:9)
16:9 :
The leftmost and rightmost areas of the screen are cut off.

Setting up the audio language
4-1. Touch the [REGIONAL] key in the SETTING menu.
The Language menu is displayed.
4-2. Touch the [Audio] key to select a desired language and set it by touching the available languages.
- The factory default setting is "ENGLISH".
Setting up the subtitle language
4-1. Touch the [REGIONAL] key in the SETTING menu.
The Language menu is displayed.
4-2. Touch the [Subtitle] key to select a desired language and set it by touching the available languages.
- The factory default setting is "ENGLISH".
Setting up the password for setting up of the parental level
- The factory default setting is "0000".
4-1. Touch the [RATING] key in the SETTING menu.
4-2. Touch the [Set Password] key and a key pad will appear.
- Input the old password, and touch the [OK] key.
* Input "4356" to return password to "0000".
- Input a new password, and touch the [ENT] key.
Note:
- Whenadiscwithviewrestrictionsisinserted, you will be prompted to input password. The disc will not viewable until the correct password is entered.
Setting up the parental level
You can change the level of parental lock (audiovisual restriction).
This function allows cutting scenes that are unfavorable for children or replacing them automatically with other scenes prepared in 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 SETTINGS menu.
4-1. Touch the [PARENTAL CONTROL] key in the RATING menu.
4-2. Touch the ten-key (0 to 9) to input a 4-digit password, and touch the [ENT] key.
The factory default setting of the password is "0000".
4-3. Touch the appropriate parental rating that is desired. 1 is similar to G and 8 is similar to NR.
- The factory default setting is "8".
The relationship between DVD video category codes and parental level are shown in the table below. Use this table when setting the parental level.
| LEVEL7 NC-17
(NO ONE 17 AND UNDER
ADMITTED) |
| LEVEL6 R
(RESTRICTED) |
| LEVEL4 PG-13
(PARENTS STRONGLY
CAUTIONED) |
| LEVEL3 PG
(PARENTAL GUIDANCE
SUGGESTED) |
| LEVEL1 G
(GENERAL AUDIENCES) |
- The contents that the parental level restricts vary with the country code.
BasicOperations
Loadingadisc
- Press the [VXOPEN/CLOSE) button to open the operation panel. (VX409 only)
- Insert a disc into the center of the insertion slot with the label side facing up. The disc plays automatically after loading.
Note:
- Never insert foreign objects into the disc insertion slot.
- If the disc is not inserted easily, there may be another disc in the mechanism or the unit may require service.
- 8 cm (single play) discs cannot be used.
CAUTION
For your safety, the driver should not insert or eject a disc opening the operation panel while driving.
Watching/Listeningtoadiscalready inserted
- 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.
WARNING
- Some videos may be recorded at higher than desired volume levels. Increase the volume gradually from the minimal setting after the video has started.
- For your safety, the driver should not watch the video or operate the controls while driving. Please note that watching and operating the video while driving are prohibited by law in some countries.
Note:
- For your safety, your entertainment system has a safety function which turns off the picture when the car is moving, so only the audio can be heard. The picture can only be watched when the car is stopped and the parking brake is applied.
- If "AUDIO ONLY" appears on the screen just after turning on the ACC power of the car, release the parking brake while confirming safety, and then engage the parking brake again.
Pausingplay
- Press the [OK] button or touch the [▶/I] key to pause play. "PAUSE" appears in the display.
- To resume disc play, press the [▶/■] button again.
Ejectingadisc
- Press the [ ]/OPEN/CLOSE) button to open the operation panel. (VX409 only)
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Press the [ ]EJECT) button to eject disc. "EJECT" appears in the display. The play mode then switches to the TUNER mode.
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If a disc is left in the ejected position for 15 seconds, the disc is automatically reloaded (Auto reload). In this case, however, the play mode will remain set to the TUNER mode.
Note:
- If you force a disc into before auto reloading, this can damage the disc.
Watching a DVD-Video
After disc loading, the play mode is automatically engaged.
- When playback is not started, press the [OK ] button or touch the [Key].
- Button operation may differ depending on the story of the disc.
For normal DVD-Video discs, the DVD menu screen appears.
After the DVD menu screen is displayed, select an item in the following operations and play it back.
Showing the DVD PLAYER mode screen
The DVD PLAYER mode screen is used to control the playback mode from the screen.
- Touch the screen.
The DVD PLAYER mode screen is displayed. If you do not touch the screen for 5 seconds, the display will return to the playback screen.

- 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 display

You can select the button items displayed in the DVD menu by directly touching it.
If the button items are hard to select correctly, you can also operate them by using the remote control directional buttons.
Stopping playback
- Showing the DVD PLAYER mode screen, touch the [■] key. Playback is stopped. On the VZ409, you can also press the [■] key on the front control panel.
- To resume playback, press the [▶/11] button. Playback resumes from the scene where playback is stopped.
Pausing playback
- Press the [OK] button or touch the [ ]▶/I key during playback. Playback pauses.
- To resume playback, press the [▶/11] button again. Playback resumes.
Skippingaptersearching)
About chapter
Chapter means a small segment to divide the data area of the disc.
1-1. Press the [ ] or [ ] button during playback. (VX409)
1-2. Press the [ ] button during playback. (VZ409)
Chapters are skipped, as many as the times the button is pressed, and playback starts.

- Pressing the [ ] button starts playback from the beginning of the next chapter.
- Pressing the [ ] button starts playback from the beginning of the current chapter. When this button is pressed again within about 3 seconds, playback starts from the beginning of the previous chapter.
Fastforwardandfastbackward
- Press the [ ] button to start your fast backward or fast forward during playback. The playback speed starts at 2x, then will increase to 4x,8x, and 16x with each additional press.
No audio is reproduced during fast forward and fast backward operation.
The fast forward and fast backward speed may differ depending on the disc.
Searchingwithapter/title number
You can locate the beginning of a scene using the chapter numbers or title numbers recorded on the DVD-Video disc.
- Showing the DVD PLAYER mode screen, touch the [CHAP] key.
The Key Pad screen appears with the chapter number input mode. Touching the [Title] key turns the Key Pad to the title number input mode. Touching the [Time] key turns the Key Pad to the time number input mode.
A large segment to divide the data area of the disc.
Chapter
A small segment to divide the data area of the disc.
Time
A specific time on the disc.
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Input the number of the title/chapter/time that you want to play back with the [0] to [9] key.
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Touch the [ENT] key.
Playback starts from the scene of the input title number, time or chapter number.

Repeatplayback
This operation plays back chapters recorded on the DVD-Video repeatedly.
- Showing the DVD PLAYER mode screen, touch the [Repeat] key.
- Touch the [Repeat] key once for Chapter Repeat, again for Title Repeat.
- Press the [Repeat] button again to turn off the repeat playback.
On DVD discs containing two or more titles, you can select from the title menu for playback.
- Showing the DVD PLAYER mode screen, touch the [Top Menu] key during playback. The title menu screen appears.
- Depending on the disc, the title menu cannot be called.
- Select the button items displayed in the title menu screen by the same way of the DVD menu operation.
- Depending on the disc, items cannot be selected with the ten-key buttons.
Switchingamonglanguages
On discs in which two or more audios or audio languages have been recorded, you can switch among the audio languages during playback.
- Touch the [Audio] key during playback.
Each time you touch the key, you can switch among audio languages.
It may take time to switch among audios.
Depending on the disc, up to 8 audios may be recorded. For details, see the mark of the disc (8): Indicates that 8 audios have been recorded).
When the power is turned on and when the disc is changed to a new one, the language set as the factory default is selected. If that language has not been recorded, the language specified on the disc.
* Depending on the disc, switching may be completely impossible or impossible on some scenes.
- The DVD PLAYER mode screen will hide in 5 seconds after your selection is made.
Switchingsubtitles
On DVD discs in which two or more subtitle languages have been recorded, you can switch among the subtitle languages during playback.
- Touch the [SubT.] key during playback.
Each time you touch the key, you can switch among subtitles.
- It may take time to switch among subtitles.
- Depending on the disc, up to 32 kinds of subtitles may be recorded. For details, see the mark of the disc : Indicates that 8 kinds of subtitles have been recorded).
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Depending on the disc, switching may be completely impossible or impossible on some scenes.
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The DVD PLAYER mode screen will hide in 5 seconds after your selection is made.
- Toturnoffsubtitles
- Repeat touching the [SubT.] key until "Sub Title: OFF" is displayed on the screen. Subtitles are turned off.
Switchingangles
On DVD discs in which video images have been recorded in two or more angles, you can switch among the angles during playback.
- Touch the [Angle] button on the remote controller during playback. Each time you touch the key, you can switch among angles.
It may take time to switch among angles.
- Depending on the disc, up to 9 angles may be recorded. For details, see the mark of the disc (indicates multi-angle).
- Depending on the disc, angles may switch smoothly or switch with a momentary still image.
- Depending on the disc, switching may be completely impossible or impossible on some scenes.
*Depending on the disc, scenes recorded in two or more angles may be played back.
Displayingtheplaybackstatus
- Showing the DVD PLAYER mode screen, touch the [INFO] key.
- or Touch the [INFO] button on the remote.
- Touch the screen to hide the playback status screen.
Playback status is displayed on the screen until it is manually hidden.

Listening to a CD
Pausing playback
- Press the [ button or touch the [ ] key during playback. Playback pauses.
- To resume playback, press the [Qkutton or touch the key. Playback resumes.
Skipping a track (searching)
- Press the [ ] button during playback.
Tracks are skipped, as many as the times the button is pressed, and playback starts.
- Pressing the [ ] button starts playback from the beginning of the next track.
- Pressing the [ ] button starts playback from the beginning of the current track. When this button is pressed again within about 2 seconds, playback starts from the beginning of the previous track.
Fast forward and fast backward
- Press the [ ] but during playback.
Press again to advance to higherspeed reversing or forwarding such as 2x,4x, 8x and 16x. Press once more to resume normal speed playback.
Searching with a track number
This operation allows searching using the track numbers recorded on the CDs.
- Touch the [Direct] key.
- Input the track number that you want to play back with [0] to [9] key.
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Touch the [OK ] key.
Playback starts from the track of the input track number.
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If the input track number does not exist or searching with a track number is not allowed, the screen image will not change.
Selecting a track on the Track List screen
This function allows you to select tracks from a displayed list.
- Touch the [List] key.
The Track List screen is displayed.
- When the desired track is not displayed, touch the [Aor [] key to scroll the track list.
- Touch the desired track title key.
The corresponding track is started playback.
- Press the [LIST] key to return to the previous screen.
Other various play functions
- Touch the touch key of the function you want to play.
[Repeat]: Press once to start a single track repeat. Press again to activate a repeat all. To turn off, press until 'Repeat Off' is shown on the display.
- Repeat symbols are displayed in the info window in the upper right area of the screen.
[Track Random]: track random playback. This operation plays back all tracks on the disc in no particular order. Press again to turn off the feature.
- A random symbol is displayed in the info window in the upper right area of the screen.
ListeningtoanMP3/WMA
This unit is an ID3 Tag compatible model.
This unit supports the ID3 TAGs of the Version 2.4, 2.3, 1.1 and 1.0.
In displaying, this unit gives priority to the Version 2.3 and 2.4 TAGs.
After disc loading, the play mode is automatically engaged.
WhatisMP3/WMA?
MP3 is an audio compression method and classified into audio layer 3 of MPEG standards.
WMA is an audio compression method developed by Microsoft Corporation.
These audio compression methods have penetrated into PC users and become a standard format.
These features compress the original audio data to about 10 percent of its initial size with a high sound quality. This means that about 10 music CDs can be recorded on a CD-R disc or CD-RW disc to allow a long listening time without having to change CDs.
Note:
- Some CDs recorded on CD-R/RW mode may not be usable.
DisplayingMP3/WMATAGtitles
Tag information such as title, artist and album title can be displayed for an MP3/WMA file containing Tag information.
PrecautionswhencreatinganMP3 disc
- File extensions
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Always add a file extension“.MP3” or“.mp3” to an MP3 file, and“.WMA” or“.wma” to a WMA file by using single byte letters. If you add a file extension other than specified or forget to add these file extension, the file cannot be played. In addition, if you use upper case and lower case letters (capital and small letters) mixedly for file extensions, normal play may not be possible.
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Files other than MP3/WMA data cannot be played.
Playing files with a format not supported will be skipped, and the scan, random and repeat playback mode may be canceled.
- When writing an MP3/WMA file on a disc, please select "ISO9660 level 1 or level 2 (without including expansion format)" as the writing software format. Normal playback may not be possible if the disc is recorded on another format.
- The folder name and file name can be displayed as the title during MP3/WMA play but the title must be within 31 single byte alphabetical letters and numerals for the folder name and file name (including an extension). Entering more letters or numerals than specified may cause an incorrect display.
- Folder structure
- A disc with a folder having more than 8 hierarchical levels will conflict with the ISO9660 and playback will be impossible.
Number of files or folders
- The maximum allowable number of folders is 255 (including root directory); the maximum allowable number of files is 512 (max. 255 per folder). This represents the maximum number of tracks that can be played back.
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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.)
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Some noise may occur depending on the type of encoder software used while recording.
- In case of a track recorded at VBR (variable bit rate), the display for the play time of the track may be slightly different from the actual play time. Also, the recommended value of VBR ranges from 32 kbps to 320 kbps.
After disc selection, the play mode is automatically engaged.
Note:
- If Tag information was entered with 2-byte characters, it may occur that the characters are not reproduced properly on the display.
- MP3/WMA files that the DRM (Digital Rights Management) function is set cannot be played.
Regarding MP3/WMA folder creation
Up to 8 folder levels (including the root directory) can be created for MP3/WMA files (items 1 - in the illustration). However, on this unit, folders created above the third level will be converted to 2 levels.

Pausing playback
- Press the [OK] button or touch the [ ] / key during playback. Playback pauses.
- To resume playback, press the [OK] button or touch the [key again. Playback resumes.
Skipping a track (searching)
- Press the [ ] but during playback.
Tracks are skipped, as many as the times the button is pressed, and playback starts.
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Press the [ ] button starts playback from the beginning of the next track.
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Press the [ ] button starts playback from the beginning of the current track. When this button is pressed again within about 2 seconds, playback starts from the beginning of the previous track.
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This function performs in the current folder only.
Fast forward and fast backward
- Press the [ ]▶[ ] but during playback to start the fast backward or fast forward. A second press will increase speed to 4x, then 8x, and 16x. Press [▶/11] for normal playback speed.
Selecting a folder/track on the LIST screen
- Touch the [List] key during playback. Folder List screen is displayed.
- When the desired folder is not displayed, touch the [A or [] key to scroll the list.
- Touch the desired folder name key. The Track List screen appears.
- Touch the [y] or [A] key to scroll the list, and touch the desired track name key. The corresponding track is started playback.
- Touch the [LIST] key.
Other various play functions
- Touch the touch key of the function you want to play.
[Repeat]: track random playback
Repeat Single: track repeat playback
This operation plays back the tracks currently being played back repeatedly.
- An icon is displayed in the info window in the upper right corner of the display.
Repeat Folder: folder repeat playback This operation plays back tracks in an MP3/ WMA folder repeatedly.
- An icon is displayed in the info window in the upper right corner of the display.
Repeat All: repeat all playback
This operation plays back tracks in an MP3/WMA disc repeatedly.
- An icon is displayed in the info window in the upper right corner of the display.
[Random]: folder random playback
This operation plays back tracks recorded on the disc in no particular order.
- An icon is displayed in the info window in the upper right corner of the display.
7. ACCESSORIES
iPod Operations
This unit can be used to control a connected Apple iPod and iPhone. Please consult your dealer or Clarion Technical support about specific features and functions with your Apple device.
Note:
Note that iPod versions higher than those noted above may not be playable or offer all features.
- The unit will not operate, or may operate improperly with unsupported versions.
- First, second and third generation iPod and iPod shuffle cannot be used.
Notes regarding use of Apple iPod
- When using an iPod, after connecting the iPod to the connector, select the iPod mode by touching the [iPod] key on the Source menu.
- After the iPod has been connected to this unit, the iPod's buttons are disabled for operation.
- When the iPod mode has been selected, a special iPod control screen is displayed different from the main screens for other modes.
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This unit can display the Podcast titles, Artist names, Album titles, Song titles, Genre names,Composer names and Audio Book titlesregistered on the iPod. When no data is present, the title display will remain blank.
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Whether these functions are available or not depends on the iPod version.
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The iPod is used with the equalizer function turned OFF.
- Do NOT connect an iPod to the unit with a headset connected to the iPod.
Precautions regarding battery consumption:
When the iPod's internal battery becomes depleted, the recharge warning indicator will appear in the iPod's display. In this condition, the iPod cannot be played even if attached to the unit. Also, the unit's recharging function cannot be used to recharge the iPod.
As a result, when the iPod's battery becomes depleted, use the dedicated charger provided with it to recharge the battery.
Controlling the iPod
- Selecting the iPod mode
- Connect the iPod to the connector.
- Press the [ iPod] key on the Source menu.
[VIDEO] key
- Switches to the screen of which the video output from the iPod is displayed.
Note:
Note that not all iPod devices are compatible to output video to this unit.
[FOLDER] List key
- Displays the corresponding list screen. [Composers], [Artists], [Albums], [Songs] and [Genres] are available from the iPod folder list menu screen.
[Shuffle] key
- Use to switch the shuffle mode on or off. When enabled, this function performs playback of tracks in random order, regardless of the order in which they are recorded.
[ ]key
- Use to control playback and pause.
Operation display
Pausing playback
- Press the [OK] button or touch the [ ] / key during playback. Playback pauses.
- To resume playback, press the [OK] button or touch the [key again. Playback resumes.
Skipping a track (searching)
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Press the [ ] button during playback. Tracks are skipped, as many as the times the button is pressed, and playback starts.
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Pressing the [ button starts playback from the beginning of the next track.
- Pressing the [ ] button starts playback from the beginning of the current track. When this button is pressed again within about 2 seconds, playback starts from the beginning of the previous track.
Fast forward and fast backward
- Press the [ ]▶[ ] but▶ during playback. The first press will advance the music at 2x speed. Following presses will increase the speed to 4x, 8x, and 16x. Press the [▶/II] button to resume normal speed playback.
Selecting a list item from a list screen
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Touch the Folder List icon in the iPod selection screen.
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Touch a desired list item on the screen to display the corresponding list of tracks.
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Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to scroll the list.
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Skip this operation for the Songs list.
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Touch the desired track name on the list to play back.
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Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to scroll the list.
Viewing video data in the iPod (only for the iPod with video features)
When you connect an iPod with video features by using the optional connector cable for iPod with video, you can enjoy the video data and slideshow data stored in the iPod showing them on the display of this unit (and the rear monitor if connected).
Note:
- Do not connect the iPod to this unit when a Video Playlists item is selected on the iPod.
AUX IN Operations
- Touch the [VIDEO] key on the iPod menu screen. The screen will be changed to a "waiting for iPod video" screen. In this condition, the iPod cannot be controlled from this unit. The iPod is turned into the normal operation mode, and you can control the iPod using the original controls of the iPod (iPod operation mode).
- Play back your desired video data or slideshow data from the iPod. The specified image data will be displayed on the display.
Note:
Not all iPod/iPhone devices are supported for video playback operations. An optional connection cable or accessory may be required for this feature.
3. To return to the iPod menu screen, stop your video content and press the[VIDEO] key.
*When you touch the [Music] key during playing back image data, the playback is terminated and the first track of the first playlist will be played back.
Note:
"AUDIO ONLY" is displayed when the automobile is moving.
- Image data may not be played back according to the status of the iPod.
This function is available when a VTR, etc. is connected to the visual terminal.
WARNING
For your safety, the driver should not watch the VTR, etc. or operate the controls while driving. Please note that watching and operating the VTR, etc. while driving are prohibited by law in some countries.
Switching to the AUX IN mode
Note:
- For your safety, the unit has a safety function which turns off the picture when the car is moving, so only the audio can be heard. The picture can only be watched when the car is stopped and the parking brake is applied.
Press the [MENU] button, and touch the [AV IN] key.
This function is available when a Sirius Satellite Radio Receiver is connected through the dedicated connection. This unit requires the following receiver:
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Receiver: SC-C1
Note:
SIRIUS satellite radio is a subscription service. Please contact Sirius Radio to begin or alter your subscription:
Internet: www.sirius.com
Telephone: 888-539-SIRIUS (747487)
Selecting a Satellite Radio mode
- Press the [MODE] or [SOURCE] button until SIRIUS is displayed or select 'SIRIUS' in the main menu. You can reach the main menu by pressing the [MENU] button on your unit. The system changes to the Sirius Satellite Radio mode.

Selecting your presets
- Press the [BAND] button or touch the [Band] key to enter the preset memory menu. You can save up to 20 presets for your favorite channels for quick access.
The following information is displayed when the satellite radio cannot be received normally.
- When the receiver is turned on the first time or after a reset: "UPDATING" followed by a percentage of completion.
- When a channel is being tuned in (no signal is yet received): "ACQUIRING SIGNAL"
- A channel without a broadcast has been selected: "INVALID CHANNEL"
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"
Confirming your Radio ID
SIRIUS
- Touch the [Search] key to display the Key Pad screen.
- Touch the [0] key, then touch the [ENT] key. Your Radio ID (12-digits number) will be displayed.
- To return to the Sirius Radio, enter a new channel to resume.

Displaying channel labels
- Touch the [LIST] button and the next four channels are displayed for your ease of viewing.
- Touch the [LIST] button again to return to the main display screen.

Channel selection
Channels are selected with the [< ] or [▶▶] buttons.
- For details, see the following operation descriptions.
Note:
- The audio output is muted and other button operations are not accepted during channel selection.
Selecting a station with the channel number
- Touch the direct access button on the Sirius screen to enter direct channel selection. The button is at the top right corner.
- Enter the channel number of your desired station by touching the [0] to [9] keys. If you enter a wrong number, you can cancel it by touching the [BACK] key.
- Touch the [OK] key. The radio channel you entered will be tuned.
Selecting a station with in the tuning mode
- Seek tuning
Only channels that can be received are selected. Channels that are locked and channels not covered by the contract will be skipped.
- Touch the [ ]
key: ▲
The receiver seeks the next available channel below or above the current channel.
Saving a preset station
A total of 20 satellite radio stations can be stored in the receiver's memory. You can access the presets by pressing the BAND button This allows you to store your favorite satellite radio stations the memory for later recall.
- Touch the [BAND] button to enter the preset list to select or save your presets.
- Touch and hold for more than 2 seconds the corresponding preset key to save the selected channel.
- There are 5 pages of preset memory space available for your use. You can scroll the pages using the scroll bar buttons to the right of the screen.
- Touch the [BAND] key to return to the previous screen.
Auto preset store
- Touch the [BAND] button and hold it for 3 seconds and the selected channel will be stored in the next available empty preset location.
Recalling a preset station
A total of 20 satellite radio stations can be recalled from the receiver's memory. You can access the presets by pressing the BAND button This allows you to store your favorite satellite radio stations the memory for later recall.
- Touch the [BAND] button to enter the preset list to select or save your presets.
- Touch the corresponding Preset key (1 to 4) to recall the desired preset station.
*There are 5 pages of preset memory space available for your use. You can scroll the pages using the scroll bar buttons to the right of the screen.
- Touch the [BAND] key to return to the previous screen.
Deleting a preset
- Touch the [BAND] button and enter the preset menu.
- Select the preset you would like to delete by touching it in the preset menu.
- Touch and hold the [DEL] button for more than 3 seconds.
Receiving stations selected by category
Satellite Radio allows you to select broadcast channel category (contents).
- Touch the [ ] key.
1-1. Touch the scroll bar buttons on the right to scroll through the available pages.
1-2. Touch the [I ] or [▶▶] key to scroll through the available categories.
1-3. Select your desired channel by touching it momentarily on the screen.
1-2. Touch the desired Category item key to select the category.
2. Touch the [LIST] button to exit category tuning mode.
Note:
- When the category selection mode is entered, the category of the last received channel is displayed first.
8.TROUBLESHOOTING
GENERAL
| ProblemCause | Measure | |
| Power does not turn on. (No sound is produced.) | Fuse is blown. | Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse blows again, consult your store of purchase. |
| Incorrect wiring. Consult your store of purchase. |
| Nothing happens when buttons are pressed. | The microprocessor has malfunctioned due to noise, etc. | Turn off the power and open the operation panel. Press the reset button with a thin rod. |
| Display is not accurate. | Note: WhentheResetbuttonispressed,turnofftheACC power. * When the Reset button is pressed, frequencies of radio stations, titles, etc. stored in memory are cleared. |
| The remote control unit does not work. | Direct rays of the sun fall on the light-receptive part of the remote control unit. | When direct rays of the sun fall on the light-receptive part of the remote control unit, it may not work. |
| The batteries of the remote control unit are dead or there is no battery in the remote control unit. | Check the batteries of the remote control unit. |
| Navigation map does not work. | Navigation module is not connected or defective. | Consult your store of purchase. |
DVD Player
| ProblemCause | Measure | |
| Disc cannot be loaded. | Another disc is already loaded. | Eject the disc before loading the new one. |
| There is a foreign matter already in place. | Eject the foreign matter forcibly. |
| Sound skips or is noisy. | Compact disc is dirty. | Clean the compact disc with a soft cloth. |
| Compact disc is heavily scratched or warped. | Replace with a compact disc with no scratches. |
| Sound is bad directly after power is turned on. | Water droplets may form on the internal lens when the car is parked in a humid place. | Let dry for about 1 hour with the power on. |
| The image is not displayed. | The parking brake is not engaged. | Check that the parking brake is engaged. |
| Disc cannot play with the display “PARENTAL VIOLATION” shown. | Feature exceeds set parental level. | See the subsection “level” |
9. ERROR DISPLAYS
If an error occurs, one of the following displays is displayed.
Take the measures described below to solve the problem.
DVD Player
| Display Cause | Measure | |
| BAD DISC A disc is caught inside the CD deck and is not ejected. | This is a failure of DVD deck's mechanism and consult your store of purchase. | |
| BAD DISC A disc cannot be played due to scratches, etc. | Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped disc. | |
| BAD DISC A disc is loaded upside-down inside the DVD deck and does not play. | Eject the disc then reload it properly. | |
| PARENTAL VIOLATION | Parental level error | Set the correct Parental level. |
| WRONG 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 problem persists, 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.
10.SPECIFICATIONS
FM Tuner
Frequency Range: 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz
Usable Sensitivity: 9 dBf
50dB Quieting Sensitivity: 15 dBf
Alternate Channel Selectivity: 70 dB
Stereo Separation (1 kHz): 32 dB
Frequency Response (3 dB): 30 Hz to 15 kHz
AM Tuner
Frequency Range: 530 kHz to 1710 kHz
Usable Sensitivity: 28dB_ V
DVD Player
System:
Digital Versatile Disc System with CDDA capable
Usable discs:
DVD video disc, Compact disc
Frequency Response:
20 Hz to 20 kHz (CD) (1 dB)
Dynamic Range: 100 dB (1 kHz)
Distortion: 0.006%
Audio Amplifier
Maximum power output:
160W(40W4)
Speaker impedance: 4 (4 to 8 allowable)
Audio input:
130 60mVrms (High)
600 80mVrms (Mid)
840 ±00mVrms (Low)
(input impedance 10k greater)
Video input:
1.0 Θ.2 Vp-p (input impedance 75)Ω
Video Output
Video output:
1.0 Θ.2 Vp-p (output impedance 75) Ω
LCD Monitor
VX409 Screen Size: 6.5-inch wide type
141 mm Width ×78 mm Height
VZ409 Screen Size: 7-inch wide type
153mm Width × 87 mm Height
Display method:
Transmission type TN liquid crystal display
Drive method: TFT (thin-film transistor)
active matrix driving
Pixels: 336,960 (480 x3 (RGB) 234)
General
Power source voltage:
14.4 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V allowable)
Ground: Negative
Current consumption: 4.0 A (1 W)
Auto Antenna Rated Current: 500 mA less
VX409 Dimensions of the Main Unit:
7" Width (178 mm) × 3-15/16" Height
(100mm)× 6 - 1 / 2" Depth (165 mm)
VX409 Weight of the Main Unit: 2.8 kg
VZ409 Dimensions of the Main Unit:
7" Width (178 mm) × 2 " Height
(50 mm) 6/5/16" Depth (160 mm)
VZ409 Weight of the Main Unit: 2.15 kg
Dimensions of the Remote Control Unit:
2-1/8" Width (54 mm) × 9/16" Height
(14mm)× 4 - 13 / 16" Depth (122 mm)
Weight of the Remote Control Unit:
50 g (including battery)
Note:
- Specifications comply with JEITA Standards.
- Specifications and design are subject to change without notice for further improvement.
Power Output:
18 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4 Ω
and 1% THD + N
Signal to Noise Ratio:
76 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω)

INSTALLATION AND WIRE CONNECTION MANUAL
Contents
- BEFORE STARTING 39
2.PACKAGE CONTENTS 39
- GENERAL CAUTIONS 39
- CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION 40
- INSTALLING THE MAIN UNIT 41
- CAUTIONS ON WIRING 43
7.WIRE CONNECTION 44
1. BEFORE STARTING
- This set is exclusively for use in cars with a negative ground 12V power supply.
- Read these instructions carefully.
- Be sure to disconnect the battery "-" terminal before starting. This is to prevent short circuits during installation. (Figure 1)

Figure 1
2. PACKAGE CONTENTS
1.Main unit
2. Manuals
Owner's manual & Installation manual Warranty card
3.Power supply cord
4. Bag for accessories (No. 1) Flat head screw (M5× 8) . 8 or 4 Sems hexagonal bolt (M5 8) . 8 or 4
- Remote control unit
6.Battery (installed in remote control unit)
7.Finishers
3. GENERAL CAUTIONS
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Do not open the case. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If you drop anything into the unit during installation, consult your dealer or an authorized Clarion service center.
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Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the case. Never use a rough cloth, thinner, benzine, or alcohol, etc. For tough dirt, apply a little cold or warm water to a soft cloth and wipe off the dirt gently.
4. CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION
- Prepare all articles necessary for installing the main unit before starting.
- This model features an operation panel that slides forward.
On some types of cars, the operation panel may make contact with the dashboard or gearshift lever, in which cause it cannot be installed. Before installing, check that the unit will not hamper operation of the gearshift lever or obstruct your view before selecting the installation location. (Figure 2)

Gearshift lever
(check that it does not touch the LCD)

Figure 2
- Install the unit within 30 of the horizontal plane. (Figure 3)

Figure 3
- If you have to do any modification on the car body, such as drilling holes, consult your car dealer beforehand.
- Use the included screws for installation. Using other screws can cause damage. (Figure 4)

Figure 4
- This unit has a fan motor in the back of the main unit so as not to raise the temperature in the main unit. When the fan motor vent is covered with cords or mounting bracket, it may cause a malfunction. Be sure not to cover it when wiring cords.
5. INSTALLING THE MAIN UNIT
This unit is designed for fixed installation in the dashboard.
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When installing the main unit in NISSAN vehicles, use the parts attached to the unit and follow the instructions in Figure 6. When installing the main unit in TOYOTA vehicles, use the parts attached to the vehicle and follow the instructions in Figure 7.
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Wire as shown in Section 7.
- Reassemble and secure the unit in the dashboard and set the face panel and center panel.

Mounting Screw Holes (Side View of the Main Unit)
For NISSAN vehicle

For TOYOTA vehicle

Installing the Main Unit in a NISSAN Vehicle
Figure 6
Note:
*1: Position the face panel with its wide edge at the bottom. Fit the edge into the groove of the main unit.
InstallingtheMainUnitinaTOYOTAVehicle
Install by using parts attached to the vehicle. (Screws marked are attached to the vehicle.)

Figure 7
Note:
*2: Some panel openings are too small for the unit depending on the vehicle type and model. In such a case, trim the upper and lower sides of the panel frame by about 0.5 to 1.5mm so the unit can be inserted smoothly.
*3: If a hook on the installation bracket interferes with the unit, bend and flatten it with a nipper or similar tool.

VehiclesotherthanNISSANandTOYOTA
In some cases the center panel may require modification. (Trimming, filing, etc.)
- Removing the Main Unit
When the main unit is to be removed, disassemble it in the reverse of the order in "INSTALLING THE MAIN UNIT"
6. CAUTIONS ON WIRING
- Be sure to turn the power off before wiring.
- Be particularly careful where you route the wires. Keep them well away from the engine, and exhaust pipe, etc. Heat may damage the wires.
- If the fuse should blow, check to see if the wiring is correct. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a new one of the same amperage rating as the original (15A FUSE).
- To replace the fuse, remove the old fuse of the power supply cord and insert the new one. (Figure 8)
Note:
- There are various types of fuse holder. Do not let the battery side touch other metal parts.
CAUTION
After the connection, fix the cord by a clamp or insulation tape for protection.

Figure 8
7. WIRE CONNECTION
Note:
- Before installing, be sure to disconnect the negative cable of the car battery.
- In the optional devices, the RCA cables and the Connector cables are separately-sold items.



Note:
*1: Connecting the PHONE INTERRUPT terminal The phone interrupt will mute the audio if the lead receives a negative or ground signal.
See next page for how to connect the parking brake cord.
- Connecting the parking brake cord
Connect the cord to parking brake lamp ground in the meter panel.
Note:
- Connecting the parking brake cord to lamp ground allows you to watch iPod video/DVD video/AV input when the parking brake is engaged.
- When the parking brake cord is not connected, the monitor will not show any video sources.
- If "AUDIO ONLY" appears on the screen just after turning on the ACC power of the car, release the parking brake while confirming safety, and then engage the parking brake again.

- How to attach the electro-tap
- Place the Parking brake cord at the stopper, and fold it back in the direction of the arrow.
- Pass the Parking brake signal cord through, and fold it back in the direction of the arrow.

ConnectingtheAccessories
- Connection to the external amplifier
The external amplifiers can be connected to the 6 channel RCA output connections. Ensure that the connectors are not grounded or shorted to prevent damage to the unit.
- Connection to iPod devices
The iPod device can be connected to dedicated iPod connection on the main unit. For detailed information, refer to the instruction sheet or manual for the iPod cable.
Note:
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This unit may not support all functions of all iPod devices
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The iPod connection will charge your iPod unless the iPod battery is completely depleted.
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If the specified cord of the cellular phone is connected to the phone interrupt cord of the main unit, the audio mute is available when the cellular phone is used.
Sirius Satellite Radio Receiver
When a Sirius Satellite Radio Receiver is to be connected, use the dedicated connector. For detailed information, refer to the instruction manual of the Sirius Satellite Radio Receiver.
DONNÉES D'ENREGISTREMENT DU PRODUIT CLARION
Bouton [POWER/MUTE (marche/sourdine)]
Bouton [Mode] [Source]
Bouton [MUTE (sourdine)]
Bouton [SEL (selectionner)]
Bouton [ESC (echappement)]
Bouton [SEL (selectionner)]
Bouton [ROOT (racine)]
Bouton [RPT (répetition)]
Réglage BASS (graves)
Bright/Color/Contrast:
- Ensemble principal
- Manuels
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