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DB168R BD169R BD169RG

Clarion Co., Ltd.

2005/12

All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2005: Clarion Co., Ltd. Printed in China / Imprim en Chine / Gedruckt in China / Stampato in Cina Gedrukt in China / Impreso en China / Tryckt i Kina / Impresso na China
CD RECEIVER AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR CD CD-RECEIVER RICEVITORE A CD CD-RECEIVER RECEPTOR CON REPRODUCTOR DE CD CD-SPELARE/RECEIVER RECEPTOR CD

PE-2797E 280-8304-00

+DB168R-001-Cover

280-8304-00

05.11.9, 14:12

CAUTIONS:

VAROITUS
Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sislt laserdiodin, joka lhett nkymtnt silmille vaarallista lasersteily.
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This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read this Owners Manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this player, please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

ADVARSEL.

Denne mrking er anbragt udvendigt p apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet arbejder med laserstrler af klasse 1, hvilket betyder, at der anvendes laserstrler af svageste klasse, og at man ikke p apparatets yderside kan blive udsat for utilladelig kraftig strling. APPARATET BR KUN BNES AF FAGFOLK MED SRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRLER! Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmkning, som advarer imod at foretage sdanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til at udsatte sig for laserstrling.

!CAUTION

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNERS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
Apparaten innehller laserkomponenten som avger laserstrlning verstigande grnsen fr laserklass 1.
CONTROLS / LES COMMANDES / REGLER / CONTROLLI REGELAARS / CONTROLES / KONTROLLER / CONTROLOS
Main unit / Appareil principal / Hauptgert / Apparecchio principale Hoofdtoestel / Unidad principal / Huvudenhet / Unidade principal
[ROTARY] [RELEASE ] [CD SLOT] [Z] [ ] [DIRECT] [TA] [RPT] [RDM] [SCN] [SS] [ ] [] [P/A] [SRC] [PTY] [DISP]

[] [A-M]

[BND] [AF]
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DB168R/BD169R/BD169RG

Contents
1. CONTROLS.... 2 2. PRECAUTIONS.... 3 Handling Compact Discs..... 3 LCD Screen..... 3 3. DCP..... 4 4. NOMENCLATURE.... 5 Names of the Buttons and their Functions... 5 5. OPERATIONS.... 6 Basic Operations..... 6 Radio Operations..... 7 RDS Operations.... 7 CD Operations.... 9 6. SPECIFICATIONS.... 10 7. IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY... 10 8. ERROR DISPLAYS.... 11

English

2. PRECAUTIONS
1. This unit is applicable for on-road 4 wheel vehicle purpose only. Use for tractor, fork truck, bulldozer, off road vehicle, 2 or 3 wheel motor bicycle, marine boat or other special purpose vehicle is not appropriate. 2. 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 or the optical parts of the player and proper playback may not be possible. If moisture forms on the disc, 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. 3. Driving on extremely bumpy roads which cause severe vibration may cause the sound to skip.

Handling Compact Discs

Use only compact discs bearing the mark. Do not play heart-shaped, octagonal, or other specially shaped compact discs.

Handling

Compared to ordinary music CDs, CD-R and CD-RW discs are both easily affected by high temperature and humidity and some of CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be played. Therefore, do not leave them for a long time in the car. Never stick labels on the surface of the compact disc or mark the surface with a pencil or pen.

INFORMATION FOR USERS:. CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

LCD 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.

3. DCP

The control panel can be detached to prevent theft. When detaching the control panel, store it in the DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL) case to prevent scratches. We recommend taking the DCP with you when leaving the car.
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 the [SRC] button for 1 second or longer to switch off the power. 2. Press in the [RELEASE] button.

[RELEASE] button

DCP case

CAUTION

The DCP can easily be damaged by shocks. After removing it, be careful not to drop it or subject it to strong shocks. When the Release button is pressed and the DCP is unlocked, the cars vibrations may cause it to fall. To prevent damage to the DCP, always store it in its case after detaching it. The connector connecting the main unit and the DCP is an extremely important part. Be careful not to damage it by pressing on it with fingernails, pens, screwdrivers, etc.
DCP Rear Panel Main Unit Front
The DCP is unlocked 3. Remove the DCP.

Attaching the DCP

1. Insert the right side of the DCP into the main unit. 2. Insert the left side of the DCP into the main unit.
DCP connector Main unit connector
Note: If the DCP is dirty, wipe off the dirt with a soft, dry cloth only.

DCP 1.

4. NOMENCLATURE
Note: Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of chapter 1. CONTROLS on page 2.
Names of the Buttons and their Functions
[RELEASE] button Press the [RELEASE] button to unlock the DCP. [ROTARY] knob Adjust the volume by turning the knob clockwise or counterclockwise. Use the knob to perform various settings. [CD SLOT] CD insertion slot. [PTY] button Use the button to set the PTY (Programme Type) standby mode or PTY items. [Q] button Ejects a CD when it is loaded into the unit. [DIRECT] button Stores a station into memory or recall it directly while in the radio mode. [RPT] button Plays repeatedly while in the CD mode. [RDM] button Performs random play while in the CD mode. [SCN] button Performs scan play for 10 seconds of each track while in the CD mode. [SS] button Press the [SS] button while keeping the [BND] button pressed, to turn the screen saver function on or off. [ ] button Plays or pauses a CD while in the CD mode. [TA] button Use the button to set the TA (Traffic Announcement) standby mode. [DISP] button Press the [DISP] button while keeping the [BND] button pressed, to switch the display indication (Main display, clock display). [AF] button Press the button to turn on or off the AF (Alternative Frequency) function. When the button is pressed and held, Regional function can select ON or OFF. [BND] button Switches the band, or seek tuning or manual tuning while in the radio mode. Plays a first track while in the CD mode. [SRC] button Press the button to turn on the power. Press and hold the button for 1 second or longer to turn off the power. Switches the operation mode among the radio mode, etc. [A-M] button Press and hold the button for 1 second or longer to switch the MAGNA BASS EXTEND on/off. Use the button to switch to the audio mode (bass/treble, balance/fader). [Z] button Use the button to select one of the three types of sound characteristics already stored in memory. (Z-Enhancer) [], [] button Selects a station while in the radio mode or selects a track when listening to a CD. Press and hold the button for 1 second or longer to switches the fast-forward/fastbackward. [P/A] button Performs preset scan while in the radio mode. When the button is pressed and held, auto store is performed.

5. OPERATIONS

Basic Operations
Be sure to lower the volume before switching off the unit power or the ignition key. The unit remembers its last volume setting. If the display is changed by other button operation when the clock (CT) is displayed, the clock display returns automatically after the operation.

Setting the Z-Enhancer

This unit are provided with 3 types of sound tone effects stored in memory. Select the one you prefer. 1. Each time you press the [Z] button, the tone effect changes in the following order: Z-ENHANCER 1 (bass emphasized) Z-ENHANCER 2 (treble emphasized) Z-ENHANCER 3 (bass and treble emphasized) Z-EHCR OFF (no sound effect) Z-ENHANCER 1.

Turning on/off the power

1. Press the [SRC] button to turn on the power. 2. Press and hold the [SRC] button for 1 second or longer to turn off the power for the unit.

Selecting a mode

1. Press the [SRC] button to change the operation mode. Radio mode CD mode Radio mode.

Adjusting the volume

1. Turning the [ROTARY] knob clockwise increases the volume; turning it counterclockwise decreases the volume. The volume level is from 0 (minimum) to 33 (maximum).
Turning on/off MAGNA BASS EXTEND
1. Press and hold the [A-M] button for 1 second or longer to turn the MAGNA BASS EXTEND and M-B EX in the display lights on or off.

Audio Mode Adjustments

1. Press the [A-M] button to select the adjustment mode. The mode switches as follows each time the [A-M] button is pressed: BASS TREB BAL FAD Previous mode When the Z-Enhancer function is turned on, BASS (bass) and TRE (treble) cannot be selected. 2. Turning the [ROTARY] knob to adjust the selected audio mode. BASS (bass): Adjustment range; 7 to +7 TREB (treble): Adjustment range; 7 to +7 BAL (balance): Adjustment range; L13 to R 13 FAD (fader): Adjustment range; F12 to R12 3. When the adjustment is complete, press the [A-M] button several times until the function mode is reached. The display returns to the previous mode 7 seconds after the adjustment.

CT (Clock Time) function

1. Press and hold the [BND] button, and then press the [DISP] button, the display switches to CT (Clock Time) from RDS data.
Triggered audio mute for cellular telephones
This unit requires special wiring to mute the audio signal automatically when a cellular telephone rings in the car. 1. Press and hold the [BND] button, and then press the [ ] to select the TEL MUTE or TEL OFF. TEL MUTE : mutes the audio sound. TEL OFF : does not mute the audio sound.
Illumination dimmer function
When the illumination line of this unit is connected with the car-side illumination signal line, the display illumination of this unit dims in connection with turning on the car-side illumination.

Switching display

1. Press and hold the [BND] button, and then press the [DISP] button to select the desired display. The display switches in the following order: Main display Clock (CT) display Main
Turning the screen saver function on or off
1. Press the [SS] button while keeping the [BND] button pressed, to turn the screen saver function on or off.

Radio Operations

Listening to the radio
1. Press the [SRC] button and select the radio mode. The frequency or PS appears in the display. PS: Programme service name 2. Press the [BND] button and select the radio band. Each time the button is pressed, the radio reception band changes in the following order: F1 (FM1) F2 (FM2) F3 (FM3) AM (MW/LW) F1 (FM1). 3. Press the [] or [] button to tune in the desired station. There are 3 types of tuning mode available, seek tuning, manual tuning and preset tuning. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons for 2 seconds or longer to store that station into preset memory.

Manual memory

1. Select the desired station with seek tuning, manual tuning or preset tuning. 2. Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] buttons for 2 seconds or longer to store the current station into preset memory.

Auto store

1. Press the [BND] button and select the desired band (FM or AM (MW/LW)). 2. Press and hold the [P/A] button for 2 seconds or longer. The stations with good reception are stored automatically to the preset channels. 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.

Seek tuning

There are 2 types of seek tuning: DX SEEK and LOCAL SEEK. GDX SEEK DX Press the [] or [] button to automatically seek a station. GLOCAL SEEK LO If you press and hold the [] or [] button for 1 second or longer, local seek tuning is carried out. Broadcast stations with good reception sensitivity are selected.

Preset scan

1. Press the [P/A] button. 2. When a desired station is tuned in, press the [P/A] button again to continue receiving that station. Note: Be careful not to press and hold the [P/A] button for 2 seconds or longer, otherwise the auto store function is engaged and the unit starts storing stations.

Manual tuning

There are 2 ways available: Quick tuning and step tuning. 1. Press the [BND] button and select the desired band (FM or AM (MW/LW)). If MANU is not lit in the display, press and hold the [BND] button for 1 second or longer. MANU is lit in the display and manual tuning is now available. 2. Tune into a station. GQuick tuning: Press and hold the [] or [] button for 1 second or longer to tune in a station. GStep tuning: Press the [] or [] button to manually tune in a station. During manual mode, if the buttons are not pressed in more than 7 seconds, tuning mode return to seek tuning automatically.

RDS Operations

RDS (Radio Data System)
This unit has a built-in RDS decoder system that supports broadcast stations transmitting RDS data. When using the RDS function, always set the radio to FM mode.
AF (Alternative Frequency) function
The AF function switches to a different frequency on the same network in order to maintain optimum reception. The factory default setting is ON. GSwitching ON/OFF the AF function 1. Press the [AF] button to turn on/off the AF function. If the reception of the current broadcast station deteriorates, SEARCH appears in the display and the radio searches for the same programme on another frequency.
Recalling a preset station
A total of 24 preset positions (6-FM1, 6-FM2, 6FM3, 6-AM) exists to store individual radio stations in memory. 1. Press the [BND] button and select the desired band (FM or AM (MW/LW)). 2. Press the corresponding [DIRECT] button to recall the stored station.
REG (Regional programme) function
When the REG function is ON, the optimum regional station can be received. When this function is OFF, if the regional station area switches as you drive, a regional station for that region is received. Notes: This function is disabled when a national station such as BBC R2 is being received. The REG function ON/OFF setting is valid when the AF function is ON. GSwitching the REG function ON/OFF 1. Press and hold the [AF] button for 1 second or longer to turn on/off the REG function.

Auto store function for TP stations
With TA lit in the display, press and hold the [P/A] button for 2 seconds or longer. The TP stations with the good reception sensitivity are stored into preset memory. Even if you select F1 (FM1) or F2 (FM2), a TP station is stored into memory for F3 (FM3).
PTY (Programme Type) function
This function enables you to listen to a broadcast of the selected programme type when it starts even if the unit is on a function mode other than radio. Some countries do not yet have PTY broadcast. GSetting the PTY standby mode When you press the [PTY] button, the PTY standby mode is turned on. The PTY item name appears in the display. GCancelling the PTY standby mode When you press and hold the [PTY] button for 1 second or longer, the PTY standby mode is cancelled. GCancelling a PTY interrupt broadcast Press the [PTY] button during the PTY interrupt broadcast, the PTY interrupt is cancelled and the unit returns to PTY standby mode.
Manually tuning a regional station in the same network
1. This function is valid when the AF function is ON and the REG function is OFF. Note: This function can be used when a regional broadcast of the same network is received. 2. Press any one of the [DIRECT] buttons to call out the regional station. 3. If the reception condition of the called out station is bad, press the [DIRECT] button of the same number. The unit receives a local station on the same network.
TA (Traffic Announcement) function
GSetting the TA standby mode If you press the [TA] button when only TP is lit in the display, TP and TA light in the display and the unit is set into the TA standby mode until a traffic announcement is broadcast. When a traffic announcement broadcast starts, TRA INFO appears in the display. If you press the [TA] button while a traffic announcement broadcast is being received, the traffic announcement broadcast reception is cancelled and the unit goes into the TA standby mode. GCancelling the TA standby mode With TP and TA lit in the display, press the [TA] button. The TA in the display goes off and the TA standby mode is cancelled. If TP is not lit, pressing the [TA] button searches for a TP station. GSearching for a TP station When TP is not lit, if you press the [TA] button, TA in the display lights and the unit automatically receives a TP station.

Selecting PTY

1. When you press the [PTY] button, the unit goes into PTY select mode. 2. Press any one of the [DIRECT] buttons. Alternatively, turn the [ROTARY] knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the desired PTY. 3. The PTY select mode is cancelled automatically 7 seconds after a PTY is selected.

PTY seek

1. When you press the [PTY] button, the PTY select mode is turned on. 2. Select PTY. 3. Press the [] or [] button. If you press the [] button, the unit seeks a PTY broadcast moving up the frequencies; if you press the [] button, it seeks moving down the frequencies. If no station with the selected PTY broadcast can be received, the unit returns to the PTY select mode.

RDS Operations PTY preset memory
1. When you press the [PTY] button, the PTY select mode is turned on. 2. Turn the [ROTARY] knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the desired PTY. The 29 types of PTY below can be selected. NEWS, AFFAIRS (Todays events), INFO (Information), SPORT, EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA, CULTURE, SCIENCE, VARIED (Variety), POP M (Pop music), ROCK M (Rock music), EASY M (Easy music), LIGHT M (Light music), CLASSICS, OTHER M (Other music), WEATHER, FINANCE, CHILDREN (For children), SOCIAL, RELIGION, PHONE IN, TRAVEL, LEISURE, JAZZ, COUNTRY, NATION M (Nation music), OLDIES, FOLK M (Folk music), DOCUMENT (Documentaries) 3. If you press and hold any one of the [DIRECT] buttons for 2 seconds or longer, the selected PTY is stored into that preset channel memory.

CD Operations

Listening to a CD already inserted
Press the [SRC] button to select the CD mode. Play starts automatically.

Pausing play

1. Press the [ ] button to pause play. 2. To resume CD play, press the [ ] button again.

Ejecting a CD

1. Press the [Q] to eject the CD. Take it out from the ejected position. Note: If a CD is left in the ejected position for 15 seconds, the CD is automatically reloaded (Auto reload).

Track-up / track-down

1. Press the [] or [] button to select the desired track.
Fast-forward/fast-backward
1. Press and hold the [] or [] button for 1 second or longer to quickly more forward or backward through the disc.

Emergency broadcast

If an emergency broadcast is received, all the function mode operations are stopped. ALARM appears in the display and the emergency broadcast can be heard. GCancelling an emergency broadcast If you press the [AF] button, emergency broadcast reception is cancelled.

Top function

1. Press the [BND] button to play the first track (track No. 1) on the disc.

Scan play

The scan play locates and plays the first 10 seconds of each track on a disc automatically. 1. Press the [SCN] button to start scan play. SCN lights in the display. 2. To cancel the scan play, press the [SCN] button again. SCN goes off from the display and the current track continues to play.
Volume setting of TA, emergency broadcast (ALARM) and PTY
1. During a TA, ALARM or PTY interrupt, turn the [ROTARY] knob clockwise or counterclockwise to set the volume to the desired level (0 to 33).

Repeat play

The repeat play continuously plays the current track. 1. Press the [RPT] button. RPT lights in the display and the current track is repeated. 2. To cancel the repeat play, press the [RPT] button again. RPT goes off from the display and normal play resumes.

Loading a CD

Insert a CD into the centre of the CD SLOT with the labeled side facing up. LOADING appears in the display, the CD enters into the slot, and the play starts. Notes: Do not put your hand, fingers, or foreign objects into the CD SLOT. If a CD has already been loaded, another CD cannot be inserted. Do not insert another one forcefully. Discs not bearing the mark cannot be played with the unit. CD-ROMs cannot be played.

Random play

The random play selects and plays individual tracks on a disc in no particular order. 1. Press the [RDM] button. RDM lights in the display, an individual track is selected randomly and play begins. 2. To cancel the random play, press the [RDM] button again. RDM goes off and normal play resumes.

6. SPECIFICATIONS

Radio section
Tuning System: PLL synthesizer tuner Receiving Frequencies: FM : 87.5 to 108 MHz (0.05 MHz steps) MW : 531 to 1602 kHz (9 kHz steps) LW : 153 to 279 kHz (3 kHz steps)

General

Output Power: W (DIN 45324, +B=14.4V) Power Supply Voltage: 14.4 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V allowable), negative ground Power Consumption: Less than 15 A Speaker Impedance: 4 (4 to 8 allowable) Auto Antenna Rated Current: 500 mA or less Weight: Main unit: 1.125 kg Dimensions: Main unit : 178 (W) 50 (H) 155 (D) mm

CD player section

System: Compact disc digital audio system Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 20 kHz ( 1 dB) Signal to Noise Ratio: 100 dB (1 kHz) IHF-A Dynamic Range: 93 dB (1 kHz) Distortion: 0.03%
Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice for further improvement.

7. IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY

Problem Power does not turn on. (No sound is produced.) Cause Fuse is blown. Solution Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse blows again, consult your store of purchase. Consult your store of purchase. Eject the compact disc before loading the new one. Clean the compact disc with a soft cloth. Replace with a compact disc with no scratches.
Incorrect wiring. Compact disc cannot be loaded. Sound skips or is noisy. Another compact disc is already loaded. Compact disc is dirty. Compact disc is heaviiy scratched or warped. Sound is bad directly after power is turned on. Nothing happens when buttons are pressed. Display is not accurate.
Water droplets may form on Let dry for about 1 hour with the power on. the internal lens when the car is parked in a humid place. Microprocessor has malfunctioned due to noise, etc. Turn off the power, then press the Release button and remove the DCP. Press the reset button for about 2 seconds with a thin rod.

Reset button

DCP or main unit connectors are dirty. Wipe the dirt off with a soft cloth moistened with cleaning alcohol.

8. ERROR DISPLAYS

If an error occurs, one of the following displays is displayed. Take the measures described below to eliminate the problem.
Error Display ERROR 2 Cause A CD is caught inside the CD deck and is not ejected. A CD cannot be played due to scratches, etc. Measure This is a failure of CD decks mechanism and consult your store of purchase. Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped-disc.

ERROR 3

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.