Clarion CMS2 Repair manual

MARINE DIGITAL MEDIA BLACK BOX WITH
WATERTIGHT CONTROLLER
Owner’s manual & Installation manual

Dear Customer:
English Owner’s Manual
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Contents
1. FEATURES......................................................................................................................3
2. PRECAUTIONS...............................................................................................................3
3. CAUTIONS ON HANDLING............................................................................................3
4. CONTROLS.....................................................................................................................4
About the Registered Marks, etc.....................................................................................4
Names of Buttons and Their Functions...........................................................................5
Optional Wired Remote Control Unit Operations.............................................................5
5. OPERATIONS..................................................................................................................7
Radio (AM/FM) Operation................................................................................................8
Weather Band Operation.................................................................................................9
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Operation................................................................................10
USB Mode Operation.....................................................................................................12
iPod/iPhone Mode Operation.........................................................................................13
6. TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................................16
7. SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................17
INSTALLATION AND WIRE CONNECTION.....................................................................18
Aux Operation................................................................................................................14
Bluetooth Operation.......................................................................................................15

TURES
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2. PRECAUTIONS.
TURES
3. CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
1. This unit
that trouble arises, never open the case, disassemble
the unit, or lubricate the parts.
has precision parts inside. Even in the event
1. FEATURES.
TM
SiriusXM-Ready Built-In Bluetooth
Weather Band Radio 50Wx4 Built-In Amplifier
Watertight Controller Compatible with iPod /iPhone
® ®
WARNING
For your safety, while boating, keep the volume to a level at which external sounds can be heard.
Protect from high temperature. Expose to direct sunlight for an extended period of time can produce very high
temperature in your vessel. Cool down the interior before starting the playback.
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2. FCC STATEMENT
2.1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
2.2.
This quipment 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 try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body
3. IC warning
- English
3.1. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-
exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
3.2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
- French
4.1. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement."
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Note:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
USA: AM530-1710kHz, FM 87.9-107.9MHz
EUROPE: AM531-1602kHz, FM87.5-108.0MHz
AUSTRALIA: AM531-1620kHz, FM87.5-108.0MHz
ASIA: AM531-1620kHz, FM87.5-108.0MHz
MADE IN CHINA
SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURER: SMX
MANUFACTURED:
CLARION CORPORATION OF AMERICA
6200 GATEWAY DRIVE, CYPRESS, CA 90630, USA
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfe rence, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, includ ing interference that
may cause undesired operation.
FCC ID: AB 7S -C MS 2
IC ID: 118 88A- CM S2
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This dev ice compl ies wi th In du st r y Can ada li ce nce- exe mp t RS S st anda rd(s) .
Operat ion i s subj ec t to t he fo llow ing t wo co ndit ion s: (1) thi s device ma y no t
caus e in terferen ce , an d (2) thi s device mu st a cc ept any i nt erferen ce ,
inc l ud ing int er fe ren ce tha t may ca use un desi red o pera tion o f th e device.
CANIC ES-3(*)/NM B-3(*)
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MODEL NUMBER

4. CONTROLS
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Display Controller
Black Box
[SRC]
[DISP]
[OP]
ENTER
VOL
[MUTE]
[ADJ]
About the registered marks, etc.
Windows Media™ and the Windows logo are
trademarks, or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and /
or other countries.
®
The Bluetooth word mark and Logos are owned
by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such
marks by Clarion Corporation of America is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
"Made for iPod" and "Made for iPhone" mean
that an electronic accessory has been designed
to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone,
respectively, and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the use
of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect
wireless performance. .
iPhone and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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[ ]
VOL
-
[ ]
[ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
[ ]
[ ]
RESET
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Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are
trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. All rights
reserved.
© 2013 CSR plc and its group companies. The
aptX mark and the aptX logo are trade marks
of CSR plc or one of its group companies and
may be registered in one or more jurisdictions.
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Name of Buttons and their Functions
[ ] Power Button
Press the button to turn power on or off.
[ ] [ ] Volume Button
Press button to increase the volume.
VOL+
Press
maximum volume level is “46”.
button to decrease the volume. The
VOL-
[MUTE] Button
Press this button to mute the audio output.
Press this button to Play or Pause.
Press this button to confirm operating Tuner Mode,
Weather Band Mode, SiriusXM mode, iPod/iPhone
mode, USB mode and BT Audio mode.
While in SiriusXM Replay mode, press and hold the
Play/Pause button for 3 seconds to exit the SiriusXM
Replay mode.
Press it again to unmute the audio output.
[SRC] Source Button
Press SRC button to switch modes among FM, AM,
Weather Band, SiriusXM, USB/iPod, AUX and BT
Audio.
[ADJ] Adjust Button
Press ADJ to access the adjust menu. Press [ / ]
repeatedly to select the item to be adjusted:
+
VOL VOL
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EQ
Press the [ / ] buttons to change EQ:
Flat->Jazz->Pop->Classic->Rock->News->Urban->
Rave->Movie->Techno->User
Press the [ / ] buttons to select Loundness between
ON and OFF.
Press the [ / ] buttons to adjust the Subwoofer Gain
range:0 to 12
Press the [ / ] buttons to adjust the Subwoofer Low
Pass Filter range:80HZ/120HZ/180HZ
Press the [ / ] buttons to adjust the Bass level range:
-12 to +12
Press the [ / ] buttons to adjust the Middle level
range:-12 to +12
Press the [ / ] buttons to adjust the Treble level
range:-12 to +12
Press the [ / ] buttons to adjust the Balance between
the Left and Right speakers from L12 (full left) to R12
(full right).
Press the [ / ] buttons to adjust the Fader between
the Rear and Front speakers from R12 (full rear) to F12
(full front).
Press the [ / ] buttons to select the “Mid”, “Low”
or “ High”.
Loud On/Off
Subwoofer Gain
Subwoofer LPF
Bass Level
Middle Level
Treble Level
Balance
Fader
AUX In Mid/Low/High
Note: Be sure to read this chapter while referring
to the front diagram in chapter “4.CONTROLS”
Press the [ / ] buttons to see LCD contrast from 01-
15. Default setting is 08.
Press the [ / ] buttons to select Beep tone between
ON and OFF.
Press the [ / ] buttons to Disconnect and Connect
the Bluetooth.
Press the [ ] button to select the suitable country
area of the radio.
U.S.A->Europe->Asia->AUST (Australia)
Press the [ ] button to restore the factory default
settings.
Press the [ ] button to view the device hardware
and software versions.
Contrast
Beep
BT Disconnect/Connect
Area Mode
Reset Setting
About
Press DISP button to switch the display indication.
Press and hold DISP button to turn off the screen.
ENTER
[DISP] Display Button
[OP] Option Button
Press OP button to access option menu items for
necessary functions in every mode.
In different modes, the option menu items are different.
Please see the operation introduction of every mode
for more details.
[ ] Play/Pause/Enter/SiriusXM Replay
[ ] Left Arrow / [ ] Right Arrow Buttons
[ ] Search Up / [ ] Search Down Buttons
Use these buttons for tuning up and down in Tuner
Mode,Weather Band Mode, SiriusXM mode, iPod/
iPhone mode, USB mode and BT Audio mode.
Use these buttons to recall the preset in Tuner Mode
and Weather Band and SiriusXM Mode. Press and
hold these buttons enter into Manual Store.
Black Box
[RESET] Button
Press RESET button with a ball point pin to:
1. Perform a complete system reset.
2. In the event that button do not respond or operate
correctly.
3. When an Error Code or Message is displayed.
In USB mode, use these buttons to select a folder.
In SiriusXM play screen, press the Play/Pause button
to enter Replay mode.
Press the [ / ] buttons to select Subwoofer between
ON and OFF.
Subwoofer On/Off
Display Controller

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Optional Wired Remote Control Unit Operations
Following operations are enabled by remote
control with the separately sold Wired Remote
Control Unit MW1 (shown below),MW2 or MW4.
Note: If the remote control is connected with
this unit while the power on, please restart this
unit again to confirm the normal display.
[MENU/BAND]
[ENTER]
[ [ /SOURCE]]
[ ], [ ]
[ ]
[ ]
[ ], [ ]
IR-Receiver
CAUTION
Lower the volume level before powering the
source unit off. The source unit stores the
last volume setting.
WARNING
EXPOSING THE UNIT TO WATER WITH
THE FRONT PANEL OPEN WILL CAUSE
DAMAGE OR UNIT MALFUNCTION!
[ / SOURCE] Button
[ ] / [ ] Buttons
[ ] / [ ] Buttons
[ ] / [ ] Buttons
[ ] Buttons
[MENU/BAND] Buttons
Press the [ /SOURCE] button to turn the
power on and press and hold it (1 sec.) to
turn the power off.
Each time the [ /SOURCE] button is
pressed, the mode switches.
USB mode – Previous/Next track & Fast Forward
/Reverse (Press and hold)
USB mode – Folder Up/Down & Select (in Folder
search mode)
USB mode - Play/Pause
AM/FM/Weather Band mode–Station Up/Down
&Seek Up/Down (Press and hold)
AM/FM/Weather Band mode–Preset Station Up
/Down & Enter into Manual Store (Press and hold)
AM/FM/Weather Band mode - Mute On/Off
Press this button to access menu items for
necessary functions in every mode.
Press the [ ] button to increase the volume.
Press the [ ] button to idecrease the volume.
iPod/iPhone mode – Previous/Next track & Fast
Forward/Reverse (Press and hold)
iPod/iPhone mode – Select (in Menu mode)
iPod/iPhone mode - Play/Pause
Note: If the above equipment is not connected,
corresponding mode cannot be selected.
SiriusXM mode – Channel Tune Up/Down,Fast
Channel Tune Up/Down (Press and hold), Move
cursor (Direct mode)& Enter the Parent Code
Window
SiriusXM Replay mode – Press and Release
the Left or Right Arrow to skip back or forward
one song/track.
Press and Hold will Fast Forward/Fast Rewind
through the Replay buffered content.
SiriusXM mode – Preset channel Up/Down,Category
Up/Down (in Category mode), Numeric Up/Down
(Direct mode), input Parent code interface
AUX In mode – No function
AUX In mode – No function
AUX In mode - Mute On/Off
BT Audio mode – Previous/Next track & Fast
Forward/Reverse (Press and hold)
BT Audio mode – No function
In different modes, the menu items are different.
Please see the operation introduction of every
mode for more details.
SiriusXM mode - Replay Mode, Press and Hold
for 3-seconds to exit Replay Mode.
BT Audio mode - Play/Pause
ADJ/OP(Option) mode–Adjust the current item
ADJ/OP(Option) mode–Select the menu item
[ENTER] Button
USB mode - Confirm (in Menu/Search mode)
AM/FM/Weather Band mode - Confirm (in
Preset and Manual store)
iPod/iPhone mode - Confirm (in Menu/Search mode)
SiriusXM mode - Confirm ch (in Search mode)
AUX In mode - No function
BT Audio mode - Confirm (in Menu/Search mode)

5. OPERATIONS
Basic Operation
CAUTION
CAUTION
When the unit is turned on, starting and
stopping the engine with its volume raised to
the maximum level it may cause hearing
damage. Be careful about adjusting the
volume.
While boating, please be aware of the volume
levels in residential, family areas and local
volume level ordinances.
Turning on and off the power
Selecting a mode
Adjusting the volume
Engine ON
position
Note: Be sure to read this chapter referring
chapter “4.CONTROLS”
to the
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
vessel battery too far, you may not be able to
start the engine and this can reduce the service
life of the battery.
1. Start the engine. The power button / knob
illumination on the unit will light up.
2. Press the [ ] power button to turn On or Off
the power.
1. Press the [ SRC ] button to display source
menu.
*External equipment not connected to this unit
is not displayed.
1. Press VOL+ button to increase the volume.
2. Press VOL- button to decrease the volume.
Mute
Display OFF/ON
Press the [MUTE] button to turn the mute On and
Off.
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This feature will allow the user to turn the display
OFF in the event the display is too bright in different
lighting conditions.
To use this feature, please follow these steps:
1. To turn the display OFF, Press and release the
Power Button and the display will turn OFF, but
the audio from the current source will continue
to play.
2. To turn the display ON, Press and release the
Power Button and the display will turn back ON.
**With the display OFF, the ability to change tracks
and adjust volume will still remain.**

Radio (AM/FM) Operation
[ ] Tuning Up / [ ] Tuning
Down Buttons
Select Tuner As Playing
Source
World Tuner
1. Press the [ ] / [ ] button change intervals
step by step.
Press the [SRC] Source button to select the AM/
FM mode.
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
can be switched to the intervals below.
2. Press and hold the [ ] / [ ] button to seek
to the next strongest station.
Recalling a Preset Station
Presets
A total of 10 preset positions (P1~P10) exists to
store individual radio stations in memory.
Press [ ] / [ ] button to select the desired
preset station.
During listening to the radio (AM/FM), press the
[OP] Options Button to access the radio options.
Radio Mode Options:
Auto Store LO/DX
[OP] Options Button
Only stations with sufficient signal strength will
be detected and stored in the memory.
Auto Store
LO/DX
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Auto Store"
is displayed.
3. Press the [ ] button to start automatically
select nine strong stations and store them into
nine presets. The new stations replace any
stations already stored in the band.
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
3. Press the [ / ] button until “LO/DX” is
displayed.
4. Press the [ / ] button to select local (LO)
or distant (DX) mode.
When LOCAL seeking is ON, only those radio
stations with strong radio signal could be received.
Area Set
This option allows you to select the appropriate
frequency spacing for your area.
1. Press the [ADJ] Adjust button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Area U.S.A"
is displayed.
3. Press the [ / ] scroll through the Area
options:
"Area U.S.A", "Area Europe", "Area Asia",
"Area AUST (Australia)"
Note: Default is USA frequency. Once the
region is changed, all the stations in the preset
memory will be erased.
1. Select the desired station with seek tuning or
manual tuning.
2. Press and hold the [ / ] button
3. Press the [ / ] button to select a preset
number.
4. Press the [ ] button to store current
station into preset memory.
AM
FM
Frequency
spacing
Frequency
range
Frequency
spacing
Frequency
range
U.S.A
standard
Aisa
standard
Europe
standard
10KHz 9KHz
9KHz
530-1710
KHz
531-1620
KHz
531-1602
KHz
200KHz 50KHz
50KHz
87.9-107.9
MHz
87.5-108
MHz
87.5-108
MHz
Australia
standard
9KHz
531-1620
KHz
100KHz
87.5-108
MHz
Note: Press [OP] Option button to exit .
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Weather Band Operation
[ ] Tuning Up / [ ] Tuning
Down Buttons
1. Press the [ ] / [ ] button to change
intervals step by step.
2. Press and hold the [ ] / [ ] button to
seek to the next strongest station.
Recalling a Preset Station
A total of 7 preset positions (WB1~WB7) exists to
store individual weather band stations in memory.
Press [ ] / [ ] button to select the desired
preset weather band station to recall the stored
frequency.
During listening of the weather band, press the
[OP] Options Button to access available options.
Scan
1. Press the [OP] Options button to select SCAN.
2. Press the [ ] button to start scanning
available stations. Press again to stop.
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Note: Only stations with acceptable reception
will lock to SCAN. Scan time is approximately
10 seconds.

SiriusXM Satellite Radio Operations
®
Only SiriusXM® brings you more of what you
love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140
channels, including commercial-free music plus
the best sports, news, talk, comedy and
entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite
radio. A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and
Subscription are required. For more information,
visit www.siriusxm.com
Displaying the Radio ID
Before you listen to satellite radio, you must
subscribe to the service using the SiriusXM Radio
ID number.
1. Press [SRC] button to enter SiriusXM mode.
2. Press [ ] or [ ] to select channel “0”.
The unit displays Radio ID.
Note:
1. The Radio ID is located on the bottom of the
SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner.
2. Please note that the SiriusXM Radio ID does
not include the letters I, O, S or F.
3. Activate the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner
using one of the two methods below:
• Online: Go to “www.siriusxm.com/activatenow”.
• Phone: Call 1-866-635-2349.
• To activate SiriusXM Canada service go to
www.xmradio.ca and click on “ACTIVATE
RADIO” in the top or call XM customer Care at
1-877-438-9677.
Channel Up [ ] Down [ ]
Operation
Recalling a Preset Station
1. Press the [ ] Right Arrow to advance to the
next channel.
Press the [ ] Left Arrow to go to previous
channel.
2. Press and Hold in the [ ] Right Arrow to fast
forward search channel.
Press and Hold in the [ ] Left Arrow to fast
backward search channel.
1. Press the [ / ] button to enter into the
Preset List.
2. Press the [ / ] button to select the desired
Preset you wish to access.
3. Press the [ ] button to confirm tune to
that channel.
Direct Tune
1. Press and hold the [ / ] button to enter
into the Manual Store
2. Press the [ / ] button to select a preset
number.
3. Press the [ ] button to store current
channel into preset.
Presets interface.
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Direct Tune”
is displayed.
3. Press the [ ] button to enter Direct Tune
mode.
4. Press the [ / ] button to change the digit
or [ / ] button to change the number.
5. Press the [ ] button to confirm channel
number selection.
Note: If no operation, after 3 seconds will
return to the select Preset automatically.
From the SiriusXM play screen, press the [OP]
Options Button to access the SiriusXM options.
SiriusXM Mode Options:
[OP] Options Button
Replay Category Direct Tune
Mature Channel Parental Code
Replay
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Replay" is
displayed.
3. Press and hold [ ] button for 3-seconds to
exit the Replay mode.
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until “Category SCH”
is displayed.
3. Press the [ ] button to enter Category
Search mode.
4. Press [ / ] button to scroll available
categories.
5. Press [ / ] button to scroll channels with
in the category.
6. Press the [ ] button to confirm to tune to
that channel.
Category Search
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Presets

SiriusXM Satellite Radio Operations
Parental Controls
The SiriusXM Parental Control feature allows you
with the ability to prevent unauthorized access to
mature content channels. When enabled, the
Parental Control feature requires you to enter a
passcode to tune to the locked mature content
channels. Information on setting up the passcode,
setting up the mature content channels to be
locked, and the method to access the locked
channels is described below.
1. For setting up the passcode, press the [OP]
button and press the [ / ] button to select
“Parental”. Press the [ ] button to change
passcode. Enter old passcode, new passcode.
To enter code, Press the [ / ] button to
decide number and [ ] or [ ] to select digit.
You after enter the passcode, you need to press
the [ ] button to confirm passcode.
The default passcode set for the Parental Lock
is "1111". This can be changed, please refer to
the Manage Passcode section.
2. For setting up the mature content channels to
be locked, press the [OP] button to enter into
the option menu, press the [ / ] button to
select the Mature CH and [ ] or [ ] to set
“L(Lock)”. You will be asked to input passcode.
Enter passcode and “ Successful ” will be
displayed if it is successful. Please write down
the new 4-digit passcode for future reference.
3. For unlocking the mature content channels,
press the [OP] button to enter into the option
menu, press the [ / ] button to select the
Mature CH and [ ] or [ ] to set “U(Unlock)”.
You will be asked to input passcode. Enter the
passcode and “Successful” will be displayed
if it is successful.
SiriusXM Replay™ function
During REPLAY playback
Fast rewind: Press and hold [ ].
Fast forward: Press and hold [ ].
Returning to the beginning of the current song:
Press [ ].(If you press [ ] in the first 2
seconds of a song,you return to the beginning
of the previous song.)
Advancing to the beginning of the next song:
press [ ].
3. Press and hold the [ ] button to exit Replay
mode
Note:
If you continue to press the [ ] button until
the end,the Replay mode is canceled, and the
unit will change to live SiriusXM radio mode.
If you change channels while in Replay mode,
the unit will exit Replay mode to live Satellite
mode and clear the Replay memory.
4. For accessing the mature content channels,
select channel by “Direct Tune”. Press the
[OP] button and select “Direct Tune” by
pressing the [ ] button. Input desired
mature content channels and input passcode,
then you can tune to that mature content
channels.
Press the [OP] Option button to enter into the
Option Menu to select the Go-Live function and
press the [ ] button, also can finish
Replay mode
Note: Press [OP] Option button to exit .
Changing the Display
Text information, such as the channel name,artist
name, song title and content is available with each
SiriusXM channel. The unit can display this text
information as explained below:
In SiriusXM mode, press [DISP] button.Each time
you press this button, the display changes as
shown below:
Channel name =>Artist Name => Song Title=>
Content Info=> Category Name
Note: If there is no text information,nothing will
be displayed.
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Note: Press [ADJ] to access the adjust menu,
press [ / ] to select the [Reset] mode, and
then press [ ] to set the parent code to
the factory default value.
The Replay feature allows you to pause,rewind,
and replay of live SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
1. While listening to a SiriusXM channel, press the
[ ] button to enter Replay mode. The display
will show “PAUSE” when entering this mode.
2. Press and hold the
to resume playback of the stored audio from the
point at which it was paused. During playback,the
SiriusXM Tuner will continue to store the channel
audio until you exit the Replay mode.
[ ] button for 3-seconds

1. Press the [ ] Right Arrow to advance to the
next track/song.
Press the[ ] Left Arrow to go to previous
track/song.
This function allows you to select a folder containing
MP3/WMA files and start playing from the first track
in the folder.
Press the [ / ] button to select a folder.
2. Press and Hold in the [ ] Right Arrow to fast
forward through the track/song.
Press and Hold in the [ ] Left Arrow to fast
backward through the track/song.
Press [DISP] button to check ID3 information.
Connect
[ ] Right Arrow / [ ] Left
Arrow Buttons
Folder Select
Play / Pause
1. Insert a USB device into the USB pigtail.
2. To remove the USB device, you should first
select another source or turn off the power, in
order to avoid damaging the USB device.
Then take off the USB device.
Press the [ ] button to pause the track/song
that is currently playing.
Press the [ ] button to resume playing the
track/song that has been paused.
This function allows you to Repeat All tracks/
songs, Repeat the currently playing track/song,
or to turn the Repeat feature OFF.
Repeat Feature
This function allows you to play tracks/songs from
the current album, songs or artists in a random order.
This function allows you to play the first 10 seconds
to each track on the device.
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Random OFF"
appears on the display.
3. Press the [ / ] to scroll through the Shuffle
options.
"Random OFF", or "Random ON"
4. When the Random option you would like to use
appears on the display, Press the [ ]
button to select that Random option.
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Intro OFF"
appears on the display.
3. Press the [ / ] to scroll through the Intro
options.
"Intro OFF", or "Intro ON"
4. When the Intro option you would like to use
appears on the display, Press the [ ]
button to select that Intro option.
Random Feature
Intro Feature
[DISP] Display Button
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Repeat All" is
displayed.
3. Press the [ / ] to scroll through the Repeat
options:
"Repeat All", "Repeat Song", "Repeat FLD"
4. When the Repeat option you would like to use
appears on the display, Press the [ ]
button to select that Repeat option.
USB Mode Operation
From the USB device play screen, press the [OP]
Options Button to access the USB device options.
USB Mode Options:
[OP] Options Button
3. Press the to enter into the foloder list.
4. Press the [ / ] button to select the a folder.
5. Press the [ ] button to enter the file list
search mode. And then the track list appears in
the display.
6. Press the [ / ] button to select a track.
7. Press the [ ] button to play.
[ ]
Search Function
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Search Mode"
appears on the display.
Note:
Press [OP] Option button to exit .
After 8 seconds of no action, you will return
to the play screen for the current source in
use.
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iPod/iPhone Mode Operation
1. Press the [ ] Right Arrow to advance to the
next track/song.
Press the[ ] Left Arrow to go to previous
track/song.
2. Press and Hold in the [ ] Right Arrow to fast
forward through the track/song.
Press and Hold in the [ ] Left Arrow to fast
backward through the track/song.
Press [DISP] button to check iPod information.
BLACK
iPod
Connect
Compatible iPod/iPhone
[ ] Right Arrow / [ ] Left
Arrow Buttons
Play / Pause
Connect an iPod/iPhone to the USB pigtail using
a iPod/iPhone USB Cable. When connecting a
device, the unit will read the files automatically.
The track information displays on the screen once
playback start.
You can connect the following iPod/iPhone:
iPod nano (6G)
iPod nano (7G)
iPod touch (3G)
iPod touch (4G)
iPod touch (5G)
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 4
iPhone 4S
iPhone 5
iPhone 5C
iPhone 5S
Minimum iOS 5.0 or higher
Press the [ ] button to pause the track/song
that is currently playing.
Press the [ ] button to resume playing the
track/song that has been paused.
This function allows you to Repeat All tracks/
songs, Repeat the currently playing track/song,
or to turn the Repeat feature OFF.
Repeat Feature
This function allows you to play tracks/songs from
the current playlist, songs, genre or artists in a
shuffle order.
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Shuffle OFF"
appears on the display.
3. Press the [ / ] to scroll through the Shuffle
options.
"Shuffle OFF", or "Shuffle ON"
4. When the Shuffle option you would like to use
appears on the display, Press the [ ]
button to select that Shuffle option.
Shuffle Feature
[DISP] Display Button
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Repeat All"
is displayed.
3. Press the [ / ] to scroll through the Repeat
options:
"Repeat All", "Repeat Song", “Repeat OFF"
4. When the Repeat option you would like to use
appears on the display, Press the [ ]
button to select that Repeat option.
Search Function
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Search Mode"
appears on the display.
3. Press the [ ] button to enter into the
Search mode.
4. Press the [ / ] button to select the among
Playlist Artists Albums Genres Songs
Composers.
5. Press the [ ] button to confirm selecting
Playlists or Artists or Albums or Genres or Songs
or Composers.
6. When display the desired Playlist or Artists or
Album or Genre or Composer, press [ ]
then the Music file will be displayed.
7. Press the [ / ] button to select File.
8. Press the [ ] button to confirm wanted
File to play.
From the iPod/iPhone play screen, press the [OP]
Options Button to access the iPod/iPhone options.
iPod/iPhone Mode Options:
[OP] Options Button
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1. Press the [ADJ] adjust button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until “Aux In Mid”
is displayed.
3. Press the [ / ] button to select the “Mid”,
“Low” or “High”.
AUX Input sensitivity
setting
The AUX RCA inputs in this system are provided
to allow playback of sounds and music from
external devices connected to this unit.
AUX Operation
Press the [SRC] button to select the “AUX In”.
Make the following settings to select the sensitivity
when sounds from external devices connected to
this unit are difficult to hear even after adjusting
the volume.
Note: When AUX mode is selected, AUX IN
sensitivity can be adjusted.
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iPod/iPhone Mode Operation
Use this function if you wish to operate through
your iPod/iPhone connected to this unit via the
USB Cable.
The factory default setting is OFF.
1. When in iPod/iPhone mode, Press the [OP]
Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Simple Control"
appears on the display.
3. Press the [ / ] to navigate through your
iPod/iPhone Menu Options.
4. When "Simple Control" is displayed, press
the [ ] button to turn the Simple Control
ON or OFF.
Setting iPod Simple Control Mode
When performing iPod/iPhone operations using
Simple Control, make the operations slowly. If
repetitive operations are performed too quickly,
unforeseen errors may occur.
When performing iPod/iPhone operations using
Simple Control, please do not operate the iPod/
iPhone and the unit at the same time, otherwise
unexpected events may occur.
Some iPod/iPhone models do not support this
function. Please consult Clarion Customer
Service or Clarion website to confirm which
models are supported
ON: iPod/iPhone controls are made through
your connected iPod/iPhone device.
OFF: iPod/iPhone controls cannot be made
through your connected iPod/iPhone.
Note:

Bluetooth Operation
Audio Streaming Operations
What is audio streaming?
Play / Pause a track
Pairing the Bluetooth Device
Disconnect / Re-Connect
Audio streaming is a technique for transferring audio
data such that it can be processed as a steady and
continuous stream. Users can stream music from
their external audio player to their audio system
wirelessly and listen to the tracks through the boat’s
speakers. Please consult your nearest Clarion dealer
for more information on the product of wireless audio
streaming transmitter offered.
CAUTION
Please avoid operating your connected mobile phone
while audio streaming as this may cause noise or
sound choppy on the song playback. Audio
streaming may or may not resume after telephone
interrupt as this is dependent on mobile phone.
1. Press the [ADJ] adjust button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until “BT Disconn” or
“Connect” is displayed.
3. Press the [ ] button to confirm the selection.
Press the [ ] button to pause the track/song
that is currently playing.
Press the [ ] button to resume playing the
track/song that has been paused.
1. Press the [ ] Right Arrow to advance to the next
track/song.
Press the[ ] Left Arrow to go to previous track/song.
2. Press and Hold in the [ ] Right Arrow to fast
forward through the track/song.
Press and Hold in the [ ] Left Arrow to fast
backward through the track/song.
[ ] Right Arrow / [ ] Left
Arrow Buttons
[OP] Options Button
From the BT Audio play screen, press the [OP]
Options Button to access the BT Audio Options:
This function allows you to Repeat All tracks/songs,
Repeat the currently playing track/song,or to turn
the Repeat feature OFF.
Repeat Feature
This function allows you to play tracks/songs from the
current playlist, songs, genre or artists in a shuffle order.
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Shuffle OFF"
appears on the display.
3. Press the to scroll through the Shuffle options.
"Shuffle OFF", or "Shuffle ON"
4. When the Shuffle option you would like to use
appears on the display, Press the [ ]
button to select that Shuffle option.
[ / ]
Shuffle Feature
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Repeat All" is displayed.
3. Press the to scroll through the Repeat options:
"Repeat All", "Repeat Song", “Repeat OFF"
4. When the Repeat option you would like to use
appears on the display, Press the [ ]
button to select that Repeat option.
[ / ]
Search Function
1. Press the [OP] Options button.
2. Press the [ / ] button until "Search Mode"
appears on the display.
3. Press the [ ] button to enter into the
Search mode.
4. Press the [ / ] button to select the among
Radio Playlist Artists Songs Albums
Genres Compilations Composers.
5. Press the [ ] button to confirm selecting
Radio or Playlists or Artists or Songs or Albums
or Genres or Compilations or Composers.
6. When display the desired Radio or Playlist or
Artists or Songs or Album or Genres or
Compliations or Composers, press [ ]
then the Music file will be displayed.
7. Press the [ / ] button to select File.
8. Press the [ ] button to confirm wanted
File to play.
Note:
Press [OP] Option button to exit .
After 8 seconds of no action, you will return to
the play screen for the current source in use.
Playing order will depend on BT Audio player. When
[ ] button is pressed, some Bluetooth devices will
restart the current track depends on the duration of
playback. During music streaming playback, “BT
Audio” will be shown on the display. When BT Audio
device is disconnected, “BT Disconnect” will be
shown on the display . Some Bluetooth audio players
may not have play/pause synchronized with this unit.
Please make sure both device and main unit are in
the same play/pause status in BT Audio mode.
Note:
Not all Bluetooth enabled devices will support the fast
forward and fast backward function.
ID3 Display
During music streaming playback, press [DISP] to
view the ID3 display information:
ALBUM->TITLE->ARTIST...
Repeat and Shuffle function may not work on
all Bluetooth enabled devices.
Note: The search feature requires the paired and connected device
that the minimum Bluetooth AVRCP1.4 be incorporated to function.
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1. From your Bluetooth enabled device, turn the
Bluetooth ON and search for Bluetooth devices.
2. When a list of available Bluetooth devices appear
on your Bluetooth device, select "Clarion".
3. "Successful” will appear on the CMS2 display.
4. The unit will automatically enter the BT Audio
source and you can now start streaming audio
from your Bluetooth enabled device.
Note: If the mobile phone doesn't support SSP (Simple
Secure Pairing) Profile, please enter the pass code of "0000".

6. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Problem
Cause
Cause
Measure
Measure
The unit will
not power on
Cannot pair the
Bluetooth enabled
device with the
audio system.
No sound
The audio quality is
poor after connection
with a Bluetooth-
enabled device.
The is
not responding
controller
Auto seek function
can not find any
stations
Volume is set too low
Wiring is not properly connected
The Bluetooth reception is poor.
The built-in internal processor
is not operating properly
The antenna cable is not
connected
The signals are too weak
Increase the volume to audible level
Correct wiring connections
Press the RESET button with a ball point pen
Insert the antenna cable securely
Select a station manually
The vessels accessory
switch is not on
The device does not support
the profiles required for the
system.
The Bluetooth function of the
device is not enabled.
If the power supply is properly connected
to the vessel’s accessory terminal,
switch the ignition key to “ACC”
Use another device to connect.
Refer to the user manual of the device for how
to enable the function.
GENERAL
Bluetooth
Message
CHEK TUNER
CHAN UNSUB
CHK ANTENA
CH UNAVAIL
NO SIGNAL
CH LOCKED
SUBSCRIPTN
UPDATED
Ensure the SiriusXM antenna cable is connected to the SiriusXM tuner
correctly. Check the SiriusXM antenna wire for breaks or sharp bends.
Replace the antenna if necessary. Press RESET located….. If the message
remains, the antenna may have been damaged.
This channel is not a valid SiriusXM channel.
The channel number has been entered incorrectly, or the channel was
removed from the SiriusXM channel lineup
The vehicle must be outside, and the antenna must have a clear view of the
southern sky.The magnetic antenna must be mounted on the outside of the
vehicle for the best reception.
The selected channel has been locked by a mature channel has been
selected.
A prompt to enter the unlock code will appear.
An update to your SiriusXM subscription has been received by the SiriusXM
tuner. Press any button to continue.
Check the SiriusXM tuner connection on the back of the unit to ensure that
its correctly connected.
This channel is not included in your SiriusXM subscription plan.
Call 1-866-635-2349 to subscribe.
Description
SiriusXM Advisory Messages
Move the device closer to the audio system or
remove any obstacle between the device and
the system.
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7. SPECIFICATIONS
FM Tuner
Power Output:
20W × 4 RMS (4 Ω @14.4V
≤1% THD+N)
Signal to Noise Ratio:
74dB (reference: LPF 1 W into 4 )
Frequency Range: USA 87.9 - 107.9MHz
Europe 87.5 - 108.0MHz
Asia 87.5 - 108.0MHz
Australia 87.5 - 108.0MHz
Usable Sensitivity: 4 V (S/N=30dB)
Image Rejection: >45dB
Stereo Separation: >25dB
AM Tuner
Frequency Range: USA 530 -1710KHz
Europe 531 - 1602KHz
Asia 531 - 1629KHz
Australia 531- 1629KHz
Usable Sensitivity: 40dB (S/N=20dB)
Weather Band Selection
CH.1 162.400MHz CH.2 162.425MHz
CH.3 162.450MHz CH.4 162.475MHz
CH.5 162.500MHz CH.6 162.525MHz
CH.7 162.550MHz
Audio
USB
Maximum Power Output: 50W x 4
USB: 2.0 High Speed
USB Port: 1.0A
USB Voltage: 5.0V
Maximum MP3/WMA Songs: 65535
Maximum MP3/WMA Folder: 255
Maximum Songs per Folder: 65535
Maximum USB Memory Size: 32G
USB Flash Drive and Hard FAT/FAT32
Drive Compatible Format:
Bass Control (60Hz): ± 12dB
Treble Control (10kHz): ± 12dB
Middle Control: (1kHz): ± 12dB
General
Power Supply Voltage: 14.4V DC (10.8 to 15.6V
allowable)
Grounding System: Negative Ground
Speaker Impedance: 4-8 ohms per channel
Note: Specifications and design are subject to
change without notice for further improvement.
Bluetooth
Specification: Bluetooth Version. 3.0+EDR
(Enhanced Data Rate)
Supported Profiles: A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile)
AptX (CD Quality audio
bandwidth matching and
reproduced)
AVRCP 1.4 (Audio/Video
Remote Control Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
SSP (Simple Secure Pairing)
Send/Receive Sensitivity: Class 2
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INSTALLATION AND
CONNECTION
WIRE
1. BEFORE STARTING
1. This set is exclusively for use in vessels with
a negative ground 12 V power supply.
2. Read these instructions carefully.
3. Be sure to disconnect the battery “ ” terminal
before starting. This is to prevent short circuits
during installation. (Figure 1)
2. INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
3. INSTALLATIONDISPLAY CONTROLLER
Battery
Figure 1
1. In order to avoid any interference, do not install the tuner module or control unit in the proximity of
the engine compartment.
2. The use of unauthorized parts can cause permanent damage to the unit.
3. Always check your wire connections to ensure proper installation before turning on the unit.
4. Consult with your nearest dealer for proper installation or if common parts need to be used.
Seek assistance if modifications or drilling holes to your vessel is needed.
5. Do not install the unit where it will be subjected to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, foreign particles
or vibration. Areas of high temperature from the engine, direct sunlight, heater or hot air should
also be avoided.
6. Do not install the unit in a location where it will interfere with the vessel operation, or it will injure the
passengers if there is a sudden or emergency stop.
M4 Tapping
Screw
4 Pcs
M4 Machine
Screw
2 Pcs
8-Pin DIN Cable
8-Pin DIN Cable
8-Pin DIN
Cable
Mounting
Bracket
Flush Mount
Flush Mount
Screw Hole
Method 3
This method requires the
purchase of the optional
BKU001 Gimbal mount
accessory
1. The control unit should be mounted to a dry, clean and flat surface. Ensure the rear gasket is fully
sealed to the mounting surface without distorting the unit.
2. Select one of the three recommended methods that best fit your vessel.
Method 1
Screw Hole
Method 2
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4. BLACK BOX INSTALLAION
1. Select an area with sufficient ventilation for the mounting of the black box in order to prevent the
module from overheating. You may mount the black box in a horizontal or vertical position. If the
black box is mounted in a vertical position, do not mount the module with the harness exit points
directly facing up to prevent water collecting in these areas.
BLACK BOX MOUNTING
RUBBER
STOPPER
4 PCS
M4 TAPPING SCREW
4 PCS
2. Please refer to the diagram below for the mounting screw hole positions. Always use the shortest
length of screw possible.
3. During installation, use the 4 rubber mounting stoppers (included in the package) for the bottom of
the module. This provides clearance from surface moisture and provides sufficient ventilation for
the heat sink.
4. Extension wires/cables may be needed to route the harness and cable throughout the vessel.
Note: Retain some slack in the harness/ cables to prevent damage to the wires. It is recommended
relieve stress in all cables and harnesses.
5. Always read through the wiring diagram in this manual first, and follow all the wiring diagrams
carefully. The connections should be secured and insulated with crimp connectors or electrical
tape to ensure proper connections.
6. Once the wiring connections are completed, connect the negative terminal on the battery, turn the
vessel accessory ON and power on the unit to check if it is operating correctly. If abnormalities
occur, disconnect the battery negative terminal, recheck all wiring and try again. Please refer to the
troubleshooting section for assistance.
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5. WIRE CONNECTION
DISPLAY CONTROLLER
1
4
7
10
2
5
8
11
3
6
9
12
1
4
7
10
2
5
8
11
3
6
9
12
ORIENTATION
BLACK BOX
RESET BUTTON
3048mm (10 feet)
RUBBER STOPPER
L-CH R-CH L-CH R-CH L-CH
WHITE
R-CH
RED
AUX
REAR
CHANNEL
SUBWOOFER
DISPLAY
CONTROLLER
FUSE
15A
RED
L-CH R-CH
FRONT
CHANNEL
AUX IN
LEFT
AUX IN
RIGHT
LINE OUT
LEFT
LINE OUT
LEFT
LINE OUT
RIGHT
LINE OUT
RIGHT
USB
SIRIUS XM
WIRED
REMOTE
12 PIN MOLEX Connector
SECTION A-A SECTION B-B
1
7
12
11
10
9
8
4
5
6
3
2
GREEN
PIN NO. WIRE DEFINTIONWIRE COLOR AWG
SPEAKER REAR LEFT (+)
GREEN/BLACK
RED
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
ORANGE/WHITE
GREY
GREY/BLACK
BLUE/WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/BLACK
BLACK
SPEAKER REAR LEFT (-)
ACCESSORY/IGNITION
SWITCHED (+12V)
SPEAKER FRONT LEFT (+)
SPEAKER FRONT LEFT (-)
ILLUMINATION
SPEAKER FRONT RIGHT (+)
SPEAKER FRONT RIGHT (-)
SPEAKER REAR RIGHT (+)
SPEAKER REAR RIGHT (-)
AMPLIFI ER REMOTE
TURN ON (+)
GROUND (-)
20
20
16
16
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
12 PIN MOLEX Connector
Wire Code
BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
PURPLE
BLUE/WHITE
GREY/BLACK
GREY WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
ORANGE/WHITE
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
RED
Female Male Big 8Din Cable
DISPLAY
CONTROLLER
ANTENNA BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
PURPLE
GREY
RED
WHITE
RED
WHITE
RED
WHITE
RED
Female
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