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Display Features
Audio Section
Radio Functions
Disc Playback
USB/iPod/Aux Connection
Bluetooth/Remote Control
Display Features
2-DIN Chassis: The Clarion CX609 has a 2-DIN chassis (also
known as "Double DIN" or size DD), and will fit in many vehicles with a large
dash opening. The unit can be ISO-mounted using your vehicle's factory radio
brackets and the supplied hardware. There is also an optional custom double-DIN
sleeve (0202DBKT,
sold separately) available for this unit that will allow you to mount the CX609
in a custom 4" opening.
Note: As always, please consult the
Crutchfield
Car Selector to verify fit with your vehicle.
728 Variable-Color Illumination Display: The high visibility,
728 Variable-Color Illumination LCD
display on the CX609 allows numbers and characters
to be displayed clearly in all lighting conditions. You can select the exact
color you want for the headunit's display and button illumination to match your car's instrument panel. You can adjust the display
contrast to match the angle of installation of this unit between 1 to 16.
Illumination Dimmer: The
receiver's display automatically dims to a preset brightness when the vehicle's
headlights are turned on. The wiring harness includes an orange/white lead that
should be connected to the vehicle's parking light circuit in order for the
dimmer feature to operate.
Screen Saver: This unit is provided with a Screen Saver function which
allows you to show various kinds of patterns and characters in the operation
status indication area of the display in a random order. You can turn this
function on or off. If the button operation is performed with the screen saver
function on, the operation display corresponding to the button operation is
shown for about 30 seconds and the display returns to the screen saver display.
Message Information: A message up to 30 characters long can be stored
in memory and displayed as a type of screen saver.
Anti-Theft System: Since the CX609 does not have detachable face,
this unit features Clarion's Anti-Theft System (CATS). CATS allows you to create
a 4-digit code that must be entered to operate the unit if it is ever
disconnected from your vehicle's battery.
Audio Section
CEA2006 Compliant: The power specifications for the CX609
are compliant with the CEA2006 Mobile Amplifier Power Testing and Measurement
standards from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). These standards were
developed as a way to equitably compare power specs from model to model and
between manufacturers. The power output specs for the CX609 are as follows:
- CEA2006 Specs: 22 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4 ohms,
20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD-N)
- Maximum Power Output: 50 watts x 4 channels (200 watts
total)
Two 2-Volt Preamp Outputs: The CX609 is equipped with a pair
of 2-volt front and rear preamp outputs. You can fade between the front and rear
preamp outputs or you can set the rear-preamp output to a subwoofer (non-fading)
preamp output.
Crossovers: The Clarion CX609 is equipped with high and low pass
crossover filters.
- High-Pass Crossovers: The CX609 features a high-pass crossover
filter which can be set to "Through", 60, 90, or 120 Hz for the headunit's
speaker and preamp outputs. The high-pass crossover setting will be the same
for the front and rear speaker or preamp outputs of the headunit.
- Low-Pass Crossover: When the rear preamp output of the CX609 is
to "Subwoofer", you can adjust the headunit's low-pass crossover to 60, 90,
or 120 Hz to prevent any unwanted high-frequencies from reaching your
connected subwoofer amplifier and speaker. You can also se the low-pass
crossover to "Through" if your connected subwoofer amplifier features its
own built-in low-pass crossover.
Subwoofer Output Volume: You can adjust the volume output from the
headunit's subwoofer output between -6 and +6 dB.
Beat EQ With Parametric Equalization: In addition to providing 3
preset equalization patterns (Excite, Impact, B-Boost), BeatEQ lets you freely
customize the level and range of the bass, midrange and treble portions of each
pattern with a 3-band parametric equalizer.
- B-Boost: Bass is emphasized from -3 to +3.
- Impact: Bass and treble are emphasized from -3 to +3.
- Excite: Bass, treble and midrange are emphasized from
-3 to +3.
- Off: No sound effect.
- Custom: Adjusts the bass, midrange, and treble
independently from -7 to +7. You can set the effected bass frequency to 50,
100, or 200 Hz; the effected midrange frequency to 500Hz, 1kHz, or 2kHz; the
effected treble frequency to 5k, 10k, or 15k. The Q-factor for each
frequency (Bass, Midrange, and Treble) can be set to 0.7, 1,0 1.4, or 2.0.
Magna Bass EX (Extend): The Magna Bass Extend feature does not adjust
the low frequencies like the normal sound adjustment function, but emphasizes
the deep bass frequencies to provide you with a dynamic sound. The Magna Bass EX
circuit boosts bass at 50Hz. This creates a rich, deep, defined bass rather than
the muddy, booming bass of a standard loudness control. The Magna Bass EX boost
levels are dependent on the system volume, which results in balanced system
response and dynamic bass reproduction
BBE MP (Minimized Polynomial Non-Linear Saturation): By restoring the
harmonics that are lost during digital compression of MP3 and WMA audio files,
BBE MP reproduces the warmth, details and nuances of sound that you would
otherwise miss. Effective for digital audio files and CDs.
Radio Functions
AM/FM Tuner: The Clarion
CX609 features a built-in AM/FM tuner with a total of 24 presets (18FM/6AM). You
can store these presets manually or automatically. The headunit also offers
manual or seek tuning, as well as preset station scan.
Instant Station Recall (ISR): You can store one radio station in Instant Station Recall (ISR) memory and
recall it from any mode (except Power Off). Once the ISR station has been
recalled, you cannot tune to another station without first disengaging the ISR
function. You can, however, switch to another source.
Satellite Radio Ready: There are several options for
connecting an optional XM or SIRIUS Satellite Radio receiver to this receiver:
Disc Playback
MP3/WMA/AAC Playback: The unit can
play MP3, WMA, and AAC files recorded onto CD-R and CD-RW discs using ISO9660 Level 1
or 2, Joliet, Romeo, or APPLE ISO formats. The player can recognize up to 8 hierarchical
levels, 255 files per folder and 510 total files. Bit rates for MP3 and AAC are 8-320 kbps,
plus VBR (Variable Bit Rates). Bit rates for WMA are 8-320 kbps. This unit is
compatible with, and will display MP3, WMA, and AAC ID3 tags up to 64 characters.
Note: Copyright-protected WMA/AAC files cannot be played.
Title Entry: Titles up to 10 characters long can be stored in memory
and displayed for CD, CD changer, and Radio stations. The number of
titles that can be entered for each mode are as follows - 50 disc titles for CD Mode,
30 station titles for Radio Mode, and 100 disc
titles for Changer
mode.
Disc-In-Play-Function: This feature allows you to turn the
power to the unit "on" and start playing the disc automatically when the disc is
inserted even if the unit is not powered up, as long as the ignition key is
turned to the "on" or "acc" position.
Top Function: The Top Function resets the CD player to the first track
of a CD-audio disc. In the case of an MP3/WMA/AAC disc, the first track of a
folder being played will be reset.
Scan Play: This function allows you to locate and play the first 10
seconds of all the tracks recorded on a CD or the first 10 seconds of the first
track of all the folders on an MP3/WMA/AAC disc.
Last Position Memory: If you turn off the unit while a disc
is playing, it will resume playback at the stopping point when it is turned on
again.
Auto Reload:
When a CD is ejected and left sticking out of the CD slot for 15 seconds, the
unit automatically reloads the CD to protect if from damage.
Mounting: For proper CD playback, you must install the unit within 30-degrees of
horizontal.
USB/iPod/Aux Connection
USB Port: The headunit features a rear panel USB port on a
42" pigtail that allows you to connect and play USB Mass Storage devices loaded
with MP3, WMA, and AAC files. This unit is compatible with USB 1.1/2.0 with maximum
data transfer rates of 12mbps. MP3, WMA, and AAC files with a bit rate of 8-320
kbps are supported, while titles up to 64 characters can be displayed in USB
mode. This unit also supports USB Digital Media Steaming which allows you to
play music files transmitted using Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) and supports
the playback of WMDRM 10 files. The headunit can recognize up to 8 hierarchical
levels, 255 files per folder and 510 total files. The CX609 offers the following playback
operation of your USB Mass Storage device - Play, Pause, Track selection,
Fast-forward/backward, Scan play, Repeat play, Random play and Folder selection.
Note: Copyright-protected WMA/AAC files cannot be played.
iPod Direct: The Clarion CX609 allows you to connect your
iPod/iPhone to the headunit's rear-panel USB port using your iPod's USB/Dock
cable for audio playback, control, and charging of your iPod/iPhone. This
headunit also supports the display of title information transmitted from your
iPod/iPhone.
- USB Connection: The USB connection allows your
iPod/iPhone's stored music to be loaded instantly to the headunit and sound
quality to be maximized through the headunit's 24-bit D/A converter,
allowing for a Signal to Noise ratio up to 90dB.
- Audio Playback: The Clarion headunit supports audio
playback of music files stored on your iPod or iPhone.
- Music Navigation: The CX609 offers two iPod playback
modes - Play Mode and iPod Menu Mode. During Play Mode you can control the
following playback functions of your iPod: Skip Tracks,
Fast-forward/backward, Pause, Repeat, Random, and Cancel. The iPod Menu Mode
allows you to select music for playback from your iPod by category
(Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Genre, or Composer). You can select between
categories by using the headunit's numbered preset buttons 1-6. Once you
have selected a category, you can search through the tracks in that
particular category alphabetically.
- Information Display: The headunit will also display
your iPod/iPhone's music file information, including - Track number, Elapsed
playing time, Song Title, Artist Name, and Album Title.
- Charging: While connected and the ignition switch is
set to ACC or ON, the headunit's USB connection will power and charge your
iPod/iPhone.
Note: If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery
charge, then the unit will not recognize it.
iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The Clarion CX609 is "Made
for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model
features (as of January 2010):
|
iPod/iPhone Model |
Generation |
Media Type |
Control
Type |
Display
Type |
Charge |
| Audio |
Video |
Headunit |
iPod/iPhone |
Song/Artist
Info |
Track Info |
| dock
connector |
3rd |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
clickwheel
color |
4th |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| mini
|
1st |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| 2nd |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| video
|
5th |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
classic |
80GB |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 120GB |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 160GB |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
nano |
1st |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 2nd |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 3rd |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 4th |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 5th |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 6th |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
touch |
1st |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 2nd |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 3rd |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 4th |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
iPhone |
2G |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| 3G |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3GS |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4 |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the headunit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality.
If this doesn't work, you may need to revert to the older software
version or wait until an newer software update is available.
Auxiliary Input: The CX609 feature a front panel 3.5mm
auxiliary input so you connect your external portable audio player or portable
satellite radio receiver to this headunit. You can adjust the Auxiliary input
sensitivity level from Low, Mid, to High to match the volume output of your
connected external audio device.
Bluetooth/Remote Control
Built-in Bluetooth:
Built-in Bluetooth technology allows you to utilize your vehicle's built-in
audio system for wireless mobile phone or music hands-free operation.
The Clarion CX609 features built-in Bluetooth technology for wireless connection with Bluetooth enabled mobile phones, PDAs and MP3 Players.
The CX609 supports Bluetooth Ver.2.0 profiles A2DP/AVRCP for audio streaming and HFP/OPP
for hands-free operation, so you can easily communicate and transfer digital
music to your vehicle's audio system.
- Hands-Free Communication: The CX609 will be able to retrieve
phonebook contacts, received calls, dialed calls, missed calls, incoming calls,
outgoing calls, and redialed calls. The CX609 can be set to automatically answer
your incoming calls and mute any music audio to your vehicle's speakers so you
can instantly carry on a phone conversation hands-free. A wired microphone is
supplied to carry on your side of the conversation while your car's speakers are
used to hear the other person.
- Audio Streaming: The CX609 will also be able to control basic
playback features such a Pause, Track Selection, Fast Forward, and Reverse. Up
to 5 phones and/or audio devices can be paired to this unit.
Note: The Clarion CX609 is not compatible with all Bluetooth
enabled phones or audio players. See Clarion.com for complete list of
compatible phones and players.
Wireless Remote: The Clarion CX609 is equipped with the
RCB-176 infrared wireless remote control for convenient and wireless operation
of the headunit. The remote measures 4.461" long x 1.718" wide x 0.494" deep.
OEM Remote Ready: The unit also features an OEM steering
wheel remote control input on the rear of the unit to allow you to keep your
vehicle's radio steering wheel remote controls when used with the optional PAC
SWI-JACK Steering Wheel Control Interface Adapter (127SWIJACK,
sold separately); or the optional Metra ASWC Steering Wheel Control Interface
Adapter (120ASWC,
sold separately).
Note: Please consult the
Crutchfield Car Selector to see if your vehicle is compatible.
