Clarion CD Player M109 User Manual

Owner’s manual  
Mode d’emploi  
Manual de instrucciones  
Istruzioni per l’uso  
M109  
MARINE CD RECEIVER  
LECTEUR MARINE CD  
RECEPTOR CD MARINO  
RICEVITORE CD MARINO  
 
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Thank you for purchasing this Clarion product.  
Please do not use this product on vehicles.  
Please fully read this owner’s manual before operating this equipment.  
Check the contents of the enclosed warranty card and store it in a safe place with this manual.  
Contents  
1. FEATURES...................................................................................................................................... 4  
2. PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 5  
3. CONTROLS ..................................................................................................................................... 6  
Names of the Buttons and Their Main Functions ............................................................................. 6  
4. DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL)...................................................................................... 7  
5. REMOTE CONTROL ....................................................................................................................... 8  
Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons....................................................................................... 8  
Inserting the Battery ......................................................................................................................... 9  
6. OPERATIONS.................................................................................................................................. 9  
Basic Operations.............................................................................................................................. 9  
Radio Operations ........................................................................................................................... 11  
CD/MP3/WMA Operations ............................................................................................................. 13  
Operations Common to Each Mode............................................................................................... 16  
7. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................... 18  
8. ERROR DISPLAYS ....................................................................................................................... 19  
9. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 20  
1. FEATURES  
• Drip Shield Chassis  
• PCB and Microprocessor Conformal Coating  
• Front Panel 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input  
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2. PRECAUTIONS  
This equipment has been tested and found to  
comply with the limits for a Class B digital  
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
CAUTION  
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS, OR  
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER  
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN, MAY  
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION  
EXPOSURE.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses, and can  
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not  
installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference to  
radio communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation.  
THE COMPACT DISC PLAYER SHOULD NOT  
BE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED BY ANYONE  
EXCEPT PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE  
PERSONNEL.  
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT  
EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE  
MANUFACTURER FOR COMPLIANCE  
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO  
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.  
If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on,  
the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or  
an experienced radio technician for help.  
INFORMATION FOR USERS:  
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS  
PRODUCT UNAPPROVED BY THE  
MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THE  
WARRANTY AND VIOLATE FCC APPROVAL.  
Handling Compact Discs  
• Compared to ordinary music CDs, CD-R and  
CD-RW discs are easily affected by high  
temperatures and humidity, potentially  
making them unplayable. Therefore, do not to  
leave them in the boat for a long time.  
• Do not stick labels on compact discs or mark  
the surface with pens or pencils.  
Display Screen  
• In extreme cold, the screen movement may  
slow down and the screen may darken, but  
this is normal.  
The screen will recover when it returns to  
normal temperature.  
Bottom View of Source Unit  
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3. CONTROLS  
Names of the Buttons and Their Main Functions  
[
]
[IR RECEIVER]  
RELEASE  
[
]
[CD SLOT]  
[
]
BND  
[
]
Q
[
]
AUX  
[
]
[
]
DISP  
AUDIO  
[UP]  
DN  
[
]
SRC  
[
]
SCN  
RPT  
[
]
ISR  
[
]
[
]
[
]
ROTARY  
[
]
RDM  
[DIRECT]  
[RELEASE] button  
• Press to unlock DCP.  
[RDM] button  
• Perform random play while in CD/MP3/WMA  
mode.  
[
] button  
[RPT] button  
• Perform preset scan while in the radio mode.  
• Perform repeat play while in CD/MP3/WMA  
mode.  
• Play or pause a track while in CD/MP3/WMA  
mode.  
[SCN] button  
• Perform scan play in CD/MP3/WMA mode.  
[BND] button  
• Change bands, or select seek tuning or  
manual tuning while in radio mode.  
[DISP] button  
• Switch display mode.  
[CD SLOT]  
• Insert CDs here.  
[ROTARY] knob  
• Rotate to adjust the volume.  
[IR RECEIVER]  
• Receiver for remote control unit. (Operating  
range: 30° all directions)  
[ISR] button  
• Recall ISR station stored in memory.  
[AUX] input jack  
• Input jack for connecting external device.  
• Press and hold (2 sec.) to store current  
station in ISR memory (radio mode only).  
[AUDIO] button  
• Press to switch to the sound adjust mode.  
[SRC] button  
• Turn the power on/off.  
[UP], [DN] buttons  
• Select folders while in MP3/WMA mode.  
[x], [v] buttons  
• Commence fast-forward/fast-reverse mode.  
[DIRECT] buttons  
• Store radio stations in memory or recall it  
directly while in radio mode.  
[Q] (EJECT) button  
• Press to eject disc.  
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4. DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL)  
When detaching the control panel, store it in the  
DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL) case  
to prevent scratches.  
Storing the DCP in the DCP Case  
Hold the DCP, in the orientation as shown in the  
figure below, and put it into the supplied DCP  
case. (Ensure the DCP is in the correct  
orientation.)  
Removing the DCP  
1. Press and hold the [SRC] button (1 sec.) to  
switch off power.  
2. Press the [RELEASE] button.  
DCP  
[RELEASE] button  
DCP case  
CAUTION  
• After removal, be careful not to drop the  
DCP or subject it to strong impacts, to  
prevent damage.  
DCP is unlocked.  
3. Remove DCP.  
• The connector for the main unit and DCP  
is extremely important. Be careful not to  
damage it by pressing with fingernails or  
sharp objects.  
DCP Rear Panel  
Main Unit Front  
DCP  
Attaching the DCP  
1. Insert the right end of DCP into main unit.  
DCP  
connector  
Main unit connector  
2. Press left end of DCP into main unit.  
Note:  
• If the DCP is dirty, wipe off with a soft, dry cloth  
only.  
2.  
DCP  
1.  
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Radio mode  
[BND] button  
• Switches reception band.  
5. REMOTE CONTROL  
If you buy the RCB-176-200 sold separately, you  
[x], [v] buttons  
can enjoy the use of the Remote Control function.  
• Change preset channels.  
Functions of Remote  
Control Unit Buttons  
Some buttons on the remote have different  
functions from those on the main unit.  
[SCN] button  
• Press for preset scan play.  
• Press and hold (2 sec.) for auto store.  
CD/MP3/WMA modes  
Signal transmitter  
[x], [v] buttons  
• Press to select tracks.  
• Press and hold (1 sec.) for fast-forward/fast-  
reverse.  
[
] button  
[
]
[
]
SRC  
BND  
• Switches between playback and pause.  
[SCN] button  
• Press for scan play.  
• In MP3/WMA mode, press and hold (1 sec.)  
for folder scan play.  
[RPT] button  
• Press for repeat play.  
[
[
]
[
]
MUTE  
DISP  
]
ISR  
[
]
RDM  
• In MP3/WMA mode, press and hold (1 sec.)  
for folder repeat play.  
[
]
RPT  
[
]
SCN  
[RDM] button  
• Press for random play.  
• In MP3/WMA mode, press and hold (1 sec.)  
for folder random play.  
Shared modes  
[SRC] button  
• Use to change operation mode.  
[w], [z] buttons  
• Increases/decreases volume.  
[MUTE] button  
• Turns mute function on/off.  
[ISR] button  
• Recalls ISR station stored in memory.  
• Press and hold (2 sec.) to store current  
station in ISR memory (radio mode only).  
[DISP] button  
• Press to select desired display.  
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Inserting the Battery  
1 Slide remote control unit’s rear cover in the  
6. OPERATIONS  
Note:  
direction shown.  
• Refer to the diagrams in “3. CONTROLS”  
(page 6) when reading this chapter.  
2 Insert battery (CR2025) into insertion guides  
with printed side (+) up.  
3 Press battery into compartment as shown.  
Basic Operations  
4 Replace and slide cover until it clicks into  
place.  
CAUTION  
Be sure to lower the volume before  
switching off the unit power. The unit  
remembers its last volume setting.  
Turning power on/off  
1. Press the [SRC] button to turn on power.  
Insertion guide  
2. Press and hold the [SRC] button (1 sec.) to  
turn off power.  
Selecting modes  
1. Press the [SRC] button to change operation  
mode.  
Notes:  
2. Each time the [SRC] button is pressed, the  
operation mode changes as follows:  
Misuse may result in battery rupture and fluid  
leakage, resulting in personal injury or damage.  
Always follow these safety precautions:  
Radio CD/MP3/WMA AUX Radio...  
• Use only the designated battery.  
• When replacing the battery, insert with +/–  
polarities correctly oriented.  
• Do not subject battery to heat, or dispose in fire  
or water. Do not attempt to disassemble the  
battery.  
Adjusting the volume  
1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob clockwise to  
increase volume; turn counterclockwise to  
decrease volume.  
Volume range is 0 (minimum) to 33 (maximum).  
• Dispose of used batteries properly.  
Switching the display  
Press the [DISP] button to select desired  
display.  
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3-4. Press the [  
] button to return to the  
Sound Adjustment  
Sound effects and tone can be adjusted as  
desired.  
previous mode.  
When set to “CUSTOM”:  
3-2. Press and hold the [  
] button (1 sec.).  
Bass/treble characteristics become flat and  
FLAT” is show in the display.  
To change sound settings  
1. Press the [AUDIO] button to switch to the  
3-3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to change to the  
OFF” mode.  
sound adjustment display.  
The factory default sound setting is “Z-  
EHCR+”.  
Adjusting the bass  
This adjustment is supported only when  
Z-Enhancer Plus is set to “CUSTOM”.  
2. Press [x] or [v] to select the sound  
adjustment mode.  
2-1. Select “BASS”.  
Each time [x] or [v] is pressed, the  
sound adjustment mode changes as  
follows:  
3-1. Press the [  
] button.  
3-2. Press [x] or [v] to change and select  
settings as follows:  
Z-EHCR+BASSTREBLE↔  
BALANCEFADERNF VOL”  
B<G 0>B<F 60>Q 1”  
3-3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust values  
When “ENT” is flashing in the display, press  
for gain, F (center frequency) and Q curve.  
the [  
] button to adjust the setting value.  
B<G 0> :The factory default setting is “0”.  
The sound adjustment mode is displayed  
for 2 seconds before showing the sound  
setting.  
(Adjustment range: +7 to 7)  
B<F 60> :The factory default setting is  
60”.  
3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the  
selected audio mode.  
(Adjustment range:  
60/80/100/200)  
4. After completing settings, press the  
[AUDIO] button to return to the previous  
mode.  
Q 1  
:The factory default setting is “1”.  
(Adjustment range: 1/1.25/1.5/2)  
3-4. Press the [  
] button to return to the  
Setting the Z-Enhancer Plus  
This unit has 4 sound tone effects stored in  
memory.  
previous mode.  
Adjusting the treble  
This adjustment is supported only when  
Z-Enhancer Plus is set to “CUSTOM”.  
Select the effect you prefer.  
The factory default setting is “OFF”.  
2-1. Select “Z-EHCR+”.  
2-1. Select “TREBLE”.  
3-1. Press the [  
] button.  
3-1. When you turn the [ROTARY] knob, the  
3-2. Press [x] or [v] to change and select  
tone effect changes as follows:  
settings as follows:  
OFFB-BOOSTIMPACT↔  
EXCITECUSTOM”  
T<G 0>T<F 10K>”  
3-3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust values  
OFF  
: No sound effect  
for gain and F (center frequency).  
B-BOOST : Enhanced bass  
T<G 0> : The factory default setting is “0”.  
IMPACT : Enhanced bass and treble  
EXCITE : Enhanced bass, mid, and  
(Adjustment range: +7 to 7)  
T<F 10K>: The factory default setting is  
10K”.  
treble  
CUSTOM : User customized  
(Adjustment range: 10K/12.5K/  
15K/17.5K)  
When set to “B-BOOST/IMPACT/EXCITE”:  
3-2. Press the [  
] button.  
3-4. Press the [  
] button to return to the  
3-3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the  
previous mode.  
setting (Setting range: 3 to +3).  
The factory default setting is “0”.  
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Adjusting the balance  
2-1. Select “BALANCE”.  
Radio Operations  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust balance  
Changing the reception area  
between right and left speakers.  
This unit is initially set to USA frequency  
intervals of 10 kHz for AM and 200 kHz for FM.  
When using it outside the USA, the frequency  
reception range should be switched to the  
intervals below.  
The factory default setting is “CENTER”.  
(Adjustment range: RIGHT12 to LEFT12)  
Adjusting the fader  
2-1. Select “FADER”.  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust balance  
U.S.  
Other  
countries  
Europe  
standard  
between front and rear speakers.  
standard  
The factory default setting is “CENTER”.  
(Adjustment range: FRONT12 to REAR12)  
Frequency  
spacing  
10 kHz  
9 kHz  
9 kHz  
Frequency  
range  
530 to  
531 to  
531 to  
Adjusting the non-fader volume  
Adjust volume output from the unit’s non-fader  
output terminal.  
1,710 kHz  
1,629 kHz  
1,602 kHz  
Frequency  
spacing  
200 kHz  
50 kHz  
50 kHz  
2-1. Select “NF VOL”.  
Frequency  
range  
87.9 to  
87.0 to  
87.5 to  
107.9 MHz 108.0 MHz 108.0 MHz  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob clockwise to  
increase volume; turn counterclockwise to  
decrease volume.  
The factory default setting is “0”.  
(Adjustment range: +6 to –6)  
Note:  
• When in the sound adjustment mode, if no  
operation is performed for 10 seconds or more,  
the mode is cancelled and the unit returns to the  
previous mode.  
Setting the reception area  
All station preset memories are lost when the  
reception area is changed.  
1. Press the [BND] button and select the  
desired radio band (FM or AM).  
U.S. standard (initial setting for US model)  
2. While pressing the [AUDIO] button, press  
and hold the number “1” of the [DIRECT]  
buttons for 2 seconds or longer.  
Setting the MAGNA BASS EXTEND  
Other countries (new setting)  
3. While pressing the [AUDIO] button, press  
and hold the number “2” of the [DIRECT]  
buttons for 2 seconds or longer.  
The MAGNA BASS EXTEND function does not  
adjust low frequencies like normal sound  
adjustments, but emphasizes the deep bass  
range with dynamic sound.  
Europe standard (initial setting for Europe  
model)  
The factory default setting is “OFF”.  
1. Press and hold the [AUDIO] button (1 sec.)  
4. While pressing the [AUDIO] button, press  
and hold the number “3” of the [DIRECT]  
buttons for 2 seconds or longer.  
to enable MAGNA BASS EXTEND.  
2. Press and hold the [AUDIO] button (1 sec.)  
to disable MAGNA BASS EXTEND.  
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Listening to broadcasts  
1. Press the [SRC] button and select radio  
Auto store  
The auto store function stores up to 6 stations  
automatically tuned in sequential order. If 6  
stations cannot be found, any previously stored  
station remains in its memory position.  
mode.  
2. Press the [BND] button and select the  
reception band. Each time the button is  
pressed, the band changes as follows:  
1. Press the [BND] button and select the  
desired band (FM/AM).  
F1 (FM1) F2 (FM2) F3 (FM3) AM ➜  
F1 (FM1)...  
2. Press and hold the [  
] button (2 sec.). The  
stations with good reception are stored  
automatically to the preset channels.  
Tuning  
If auto store is performed in the FM bands, the  
stations are stored in FM3 even if FM1 or FM2  
was chosen for storing stations.  
3 tuning modes are available: seek tuning,  
manual tuning and preset tuning.  
Seek tuning  
1. Press the [BND] button and select the  
Preset scan  
Preset scan sequentially receives stations  
stored in preset memory. This function is useful  
when searching for a station stored in the  
memory.  
desired band (FM/AM).  
If “MANU” appears in the display, press and  
hold the [BND] button (1 sec.). “MANU” will  
turn off, and seek tuning will be enabled.  
1. Press the [  
2. When the desired station is received, press  
the [ ] button again to continue receiving  
that station.  
Note:  
• Do not press and hold the [  
] button.  
2. Press [x] or [v] to automatically seek a  
station.  
Manual tuning  
2 modes are available: Quick tuning and step  
tuning.  
] button (2 sec.),  
or the auto store function will begin and the unit  
will begin storing stations.  
Quick tuning  
Press and hold [x] or [v] (1 sec.) to tune a  
station.  
Instant station recall (ISR)  
The ISR function allows instant access to a  
favorite preset station. The function operates  
even when the unit is in other modes.  
Step tuning  
Press [x] or [v] to manually tune a station.  
ISR memory  
1. Select the station you wish to store in ISR  
memory.  
Recalling a preset station  
A total of 24 preset positions (6-FM1, 6-FM2, 6-  
FM3, 6-AM) can be used to store broadcast  
stations in memory. Press the corresponding  
[DIRECT] button to automatically recall the  
stored frequency.  
2. Press and hold the [ISR] button (2 sec.).  
Recalling a station with ISR  
While in any mode, press the [ISR] button to  
turn on the radio function and tune the selected  
station. “ISR” appears on the display. Press the  
[ISR] button again to return to the previous  
mode.  
Manual memory  
1. Use seek tuning or manual tuning to select  
the desired station.  
2. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons  
(2 sec.) to store the current station in preset  
memory.  
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Number of files or folders  
1. Up to 256 files can be recognized per folder.  
Up to 578 files can be played.  
CD/MP3/WMA Operations  
MP3/WMA  
This unit supports to play MP3/WMA files.  
2. Tracks are played in the order they were  
recorded onto the disc. (Tracks may not  
always be played in the order displayed on  
the PC.)  
Notes:  
• If you play a WMA file with active DRM (Digital  
Rights Management), no audio is output (WMA  
indicator flashes).  
3. Some noise may occur depending on the  
type of encoder software used for recording.  
• Windows Media™, and the Windows ® logo are  
trademarks, or registered trademarks of  
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or  
other countries.  
Ejecting a CD  
1. Press the [Q] button to eject the CD. Take it  
out from the ejected position. “EJECT”  
appears in the display.  
To disable DRM (Digital Rights  
Management)  
1. In Windows Media Player 9/10/11, click on  
TOOL OPTIONS MUSIC RECORD tab.  
Under Recording settings, unclick the check  
box for RECORD PROTECTED MUSIC.  
Then reconstruct files.  
Notes:  
• If you force a CD in before auto reloading, you  
may damage the CD.  
• If a CD (12 cm) is left ejected for 15 seconds, it  
will be automatically reloaded (auto reload).  
Use personally constructed WMA files at  
your own responsibility.  
CAUTION  
• Do not insert hands, fingers, or other  
foreign objects into the disc insertion slot.  
Precautions when creating MP3/  
WMA files  
• Do not insert discs with adhesives such as  
cellophane tape or rental CD labels  
Usable sampling rates and bit rates  
1. MP3: Sampling rate: 8 kHz-48 kHz,  
Bit rate: 8 kbps-320 kbps / VBR  
2. WMA: Bit rate: 48 kbps-192 kbps  
attached, or discs with marks left from  
removal of such adhesives, since the disc  
may become stuck and damage the unit.  
Listening to a disc already loaded in  
the unit  
Press the [SRC] button to select CD/MP3/WMA  
mode.  
File extensions  
1. Always add a file extension “.MP3” or  
.WMA” to MP3 or WMA files using single  
byte characters. If a different or no file  
extension is appended, the file cannot be  
played.  
When the unit enters this mode, playback starts  
automatically.  
2. Files without MP3/WMA data will not play.  
If no disc is loaded, “NO DISC” appears in the  
title display.  
Logical format (File system)  
1. When writing MP3/WMA files on a CD-R or  
CD-RW disc, select “ISO9660 level 1, 2, or  
JOLIET or Romeo” as the software format.  
Normal playback may not be possible if  
recorded in other formats.  
2. The folder name and file name can be  
displayed as the title during MP3/WMA play.  
However titles must be within 64 single byte  
alphabetical letters and numbers (including  
extension).  
3. Do not affix a name to a file inside a folder  
with the same name.  
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Loading a CD  
Selecting a track  
Track advance  
1. Insert a CD into the centre of the CD SLOT  
with label facing up. “LOADING” appears in  
the display, the CD enters the slot, and play  
begins.  
1. Press the [v] button to move to the  
beginning of the next track.  
2. Each time the [v] button is pressed, the  
track advances to the beginning of the next  
track.  
Notes:  
• If the CD does not enter easily, another CD may  
be in the unit, or the unit may require service.  
Track back  
1. Press the [x] button to return to the  
• Discs without the  
ROMs are not supported.  
• Some CD-R/CD-RW discs may not be usable.  
or  
mark and CD-  
beginning of the current track.  
2. Press the [x] button twice to return to the  
beginning of the previous track.  
Pausing play  
1. Press the [  
Fast-forward/fast-reverse  
Fast-forward  
1. Press and hold the [v] button (1 sec.).  
Fast-reverse  
1. Press and hold the [x] button (1 sec.).  
] button to pause play.  
PAUSE” appears in the display.  
2. To resume CD play, press the [  
again.  
] button  
For MP3/WMA discs, some time is required until  
to initiate movement between tracks. Also, some  
error may occur in the playing time.  
Displaying CD titles  
This unit can display title data for CD-text/MP3/  
WMA discs.  
Folder select  
Select a folder containing MP3/WMA files and  
begins playing the first track in the folder.  
1. Each time the [DISP] button is pressed, the  
title display will change.  
CD-TEXT discs  
Track Disc Artist Track ...  
1. Press [UP] or [DN].  
MP3/WMA discs  
Track Folder Title Album Artist ➜  
Track ...  
Press the [UP] button to move to the next  
folder. Press the [DN] button to move to the  
previous folder.  
Notes:  
2. To select a track, press [x] or [v].  
• If the CD playing is not a CD-text disc or no user  
title has been input, “NO TITLE” appears in the  
display.  
Other play modes  
Scan play  
This function locates and plays the first 10  
seconds of all tracks recorded on a disc.  
• If an MP3/WMA disc has no Tag input, “NO  
TITLE” appears in the display.  
• This unit supports MP3 ID3 Tags V2.3 / 2.2 / 1.1 /  
1.0.  
• Tag display gives priority to V2.3 / 2.2.  
• For WMA album Tags, the information written into  
the extension header is displayed.  
• ISO8859-1, ASCII, S-JIS characters can be  
displayed in Tags.  
UNKNOW characters can be turned into  
ISO8859-1 characters.  
1. Press the [SCN] button for scan play.  
Folder scan play  
This function locates and plays the first 10  
seconds of the first tracks of all folders on an  
MP3/WMA disc.  
1. Press and hold the [SCN] button (1 sec.) for  
folder scan play.  
Repeat play  
This function plays the current track repeatedly.  
• Titles up to 32 bytes can be displayed in CD/  
MP3/WMA mode.  
1. Press the [RPT] button for repeat play.  
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Folder repeat play  
Repeatedly plays all tracks of the current folder  
on an MP3/WMA disc.  
1. Press and hold the [RPT] button (1 sec.) for  
folder repeat play.  
Random play  
This function plays all tracks recorded on a disc  
in random order.  
1. Press the [RDM] button for random play.  
Folder random play  
This function plays all the tracks of all the folders  
recorded on an MP3/WMA disc in random order.  
1. Press and hold the [RDM] button (1 sec.) for  
folder random play.  
To cancel play modes  
1. Press the button previously selected.  
The play mode is canceled and the off mode  
appears in the display for 2 seconds.  
If the error display “– –:– –” appears, these  
modes (Scan/Repeat/Random) can be canceled  
while still in play mode.  
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Turning the screen saver on/off  
This unit has a screen saver function in which  
various patterns and random characters can be  
displayed on the operation status indication  
area. This function can be turned on/off. If a  
button is pressed while the screen saver is on,  
the corresponding operation display is shown  
for about 30 seconds, and then the display  
returns to the screen saver.  
The factory default setting is “ON”.  
2-1. Select “SCRN SVR”.  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON” or  
OFF”.  
Operations Common to  
Each Mode  
To change settings  
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.)  
to switch to the adjustment display.  
2. Press [x] or [v] to select the “item  
name” as follows:  
CLOCKSETTINGSSCRN SVR”  
SCROLLDIMMERTEL-SP”  
TEL-SW”  
The adjustment item will be displayed for 2  
Setting title scroll method  
Set how to scroll in CD-TEXT and MP3/WMA  
titles.  
The factory default setting is “ON”.  
2-1. Select “SCROLL”.  
seconds before showing the desired value.  
3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select the  
desired value.  
When “ENT” is flashing in the display, press  
the [  
] button to adjust setting value.  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON” or  
OFF”.  
4. After completing settings, press the [DISP]  
button to return to the previous mode.  
ON: Scroll automatically.  
OFF: Scroll 1 time only.  
Setting the clock  
2-1. Select “CLOCK”.  
Setting dimmer control  
Dimmer control can be set “ON” or “OFF”.  
The factory default setting is “ON”.  
2-1. Select “DIMMER”.  
3-1. Press the [  
] button  
3-2. Press [x] or [v] to select the hour or  
minute.  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “ON” or  
OFF”.  
3-3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to set the time.  
The clock is displayed in 12-hour format.  
Setting the speaker output for cell  
phones  
When the AUX input jack is used to connect an  
AUX BLUETOOTH BB (BLT370) (sold  
separately):  
The factory default setting is “RIGHT”.  
To output the telephone calls, set cell phone  
interrupt to “ON”.  
3-4. Press the [  
memory and return to the previous mode.  
Note:  
] button to store the time in  
• You cannot set the clock when it is displayed  
with only the ignition on. If the boat’s battery dies  
or is removed, or the unit is removed, the clock  
will be reset. If another button/operation is  
selected while setting the clock, the clock set  
mode is canceled.  
2-1. Select “TEL-SP”.  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “RIGHT”  
or “LEFT”.  
Displaying the settings  
You can see the state of current settings at any  
operation mode.  
RIGHT: Telephone calls can be heard on  
the front right speaker connected to this  
unit.  
LEFT: Telephone calls can be heard on  
the front left speaker connected to this  
unit.  
2-1. Select “SETTINGS”.  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to display the  
current settings.  
When the setting is selected, the current  
state will be displayed after 1 second.  
Example:  
After 1 second:  
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Cell phone interrupt setting  
If you connect this unit and your cell phone with  
an optional cable, you can listen to your calls on  
your speakers.  
When the AUX input jack is used to connect an  
AUX BLUETOOTH BB (BLT370) (sold  
separately):  
The factory default setting is “OFF”.  
2-1. Select “TEL-SW”.  
3-1. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select setting.  
When turning the [ROTARY] knob, the  
setting changes as follows:  
OFFONMUTE”  
OFF: This unit continues normal  
operation even when the cell phone is  
used.  
ON: Telephone calls can be heard from  
the speakers connected to the unit.  
When listening to calls on your speakers,  
turn the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the  
volume.  
MUTE: The sound from this unit is muted  
during telephone calls.  
Note:  
• If connecting a hands-free kit, make sure the  
setting is ON to receive telephone audio through  
the system.  
AUX function  
An external input jack (AUX) is provided on the  
front panel to allow playback of sound and  
music from external devices.  
Selecting AUX IN sensitivity  
Make the following settings to adjust sensitivity  
when the sound from an external device is  
difficult to hear even after adjusting the volume.  
The factory default setting is “MID”.  
1. Press and hold the [DISP] button (1 sec.).  
2. Select AUX SENS”.  
3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob to select “HIGH”,  
MID” or “LOW”.  
Note:  
• When AUX mode is selected, AUX IN sensitivity  
can be set.  
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING  
Problem  
Cause  
Fuse is blown.  
Measure  
Power does not  
turn on.  
Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse  
blows again, consult your dealer.  
(No sound)  
Incorrect wiring.  
Consult your dealer.  
No sound when  
Power antenna lead is short 1. Turn the unit off.  
operating the unit circuited, or excessive  
with amplifiers or current is required for  
2. Remove all wires attached to the power antenna  
lead. Check each wire for possible short circuits  
using an ohm meter.  
power antenna  
attached.  
remotely powering on the  
amplifiers or power antenna.  
3. Turn the unit back on.  
4. Reconnect each amplifier remote wire to the power  
antenna lead one by one. If the amplifiers turn off  
before all wires are attached, use an external relay  
to provide remote power-on voltage (excessive  
current required).  
Nothing happens Microprocessor malfunction 1. Turn off power, then press the  
Reset button  
when buttons are due to noise, etc.  
pressed.  
[RELEASE] button and remove  
the DCP.  
2. Use a thin rod to hold reset  
button depressed (2 sec.).  
If the reset button is pressed  
when a disc is loaded, please  
eject the disc and load it once  
again before attempting to play  
it.  
Display is not  
accurate.  
DCP or main unit connectors Wipe dirt off with a soft cloth dampened with cleaning  
are dirty. alcohol.  
No sound  
No sound  
The speaker protection circuit 1. Turn down sound volume. Function can also be  
is operating.  
restored by turning power off and on again.  
(Speaker volume is reduced automatically when  
the speaker protection circuit operates).  
2. If the sound is still muted, consult your dealer.  
MP3/WMA files are absent  
on disc.  
Write MP3/WMA files onto disc properly.  
Files are not recognized as  
MP3/WMA files.  
Use properly encoded MP3/WMA files.  
File system is not correct.  
Use ISO9660 level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo file  
system.  
Sound skips or is CD is dirty.  
noisy.  
Clean the CD with a soft cloth.  
CD is heavily scratched/  
Replace with a CD without scratches.  
warped.  
Sound cuts out or MP3/WMA files are not  
Use properly encoded MP3/WMA files.  
Let dry for about 1 hour with power on.  
skips.  
encoded properly.  
Noise is  
generated/noiseis  
mixed with sound.  
Sound is poor  
when power is  
first turned on.  
Condensation may form on  
the internal lens in a humid  
place.  
Wrong file name File system is not correct.  
Use ISO9660 level 1, 2 or JOLIET or Romeo file  
system.  
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8. ERROR DISPLAYS  
If an error occurs, one of the following messages is displayed.  
Take the measures described below to eliminate the problem.  
Error Display  
ERROR 2  
Cause  
A CD is caught inside the CD This is a failure of the CD deck mechanism. Consult  
deck and is not ejected. your dealer.  
Measure  
ERROR 3  
ERROR 6  
A CD cannot be played due Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped disc.  
to scratches, etc.  
A CD is loaded upside-down Eject the disc and reload properly.  
inside the CD deck and does  
not play.  
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 dealer.  
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9. SPECIFICATIONS  
FM Tuner  
Frequency Range:  
General  
Power Supply Voltage:  
U.S.A: 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz  
Europe: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz  
Australia: 87.0 MHz to 108.0 MHz  
Usable Sensitivity: 9 dBf  
14.4 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V allowable), negative  
ground  
Current Consumption: Less than 15 A  
Speaker Impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowable)  
Weight / Source unit: 2.53 lb. (1.15 kg)  
Dimensions / Source unit:  
50dB Quieting Sensitivity: 15 dBf  
Alternate Channel Selectivity: 70 dB  
Stereo Separation (1 kHz): 35 dB  
Frequency Response ( 3 dB): 30 Hz to 15 kHz  
7" (Width) 2" (Height) 6-1/8" (Depth)  
[178 (W) 50 (H) 155 (D) mm]  
AM Tuner  
Frequency Range:  
Power Output :  
20 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4  
and 1 % THD+N  
U.S.A: 530 kHz to 1710 kHz  
Europe: 531 kHz to 1602 kHz  
Australia: 531 kHz to 1629 kHz  
Usable Sensitivity: 25 μV  
Signal to Noise Ratio:  
88 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 )  
Note:  
• Specifications and design are subject to change  
without notice for further improvement.  
CD Player  
System: Compact disc digital audio system  
Usable Discs: Compact disc  
Frequency Response ( 1 dB): 5 Hz to 20 kHz  
Dynamic Range (1 kHz): 85 dB  
Harmonic Distortion: 0.01%  
Audio  
Maximum Power Output: 200 W (50 W 4 ch)  
Bass Control Action (100 Hz): +14 dB, –14 dB  
Treble Control Action (10 kHz): +14 dB, –14 dB  
Line Output Level (CD 1 kHz): 1.8 V  
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Clarion Co., Ltd.  
PE-3179B  
280-8730-00  
All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2008: Clarion Co., Ltd.  
2008/10  
Printed in China / Imprimé en Chine / Impreso en China / Stampato in Cina  
 

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