Clarion Sirius User manual

Clarion CLCK
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Clarion
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Vehicle Installation Guide

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Dear Customer
Congratulations on your purchase of the world's
finest brand
in the electronic industry. At Clarion we
are committed to high-quality sound reproduction,
and are confident that you will be pleased with your
purchase.
Clarion's Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver
provides entertainment with the flexibility of both
home and car use.
100 channels of original programming received
in
high-quality digital sound provide:
60 channels of commercial-free music
40 channels of news, sports and entertainment
This CLCK Vehicle Installation Kit contains the
antenna and power adapter required to provide
satellite radio
in your automobile. The antenna
connects to the Plug and Play receiver cradle.
When not traveling by car, you can disconnect the
Plug and Play receiver from its vehicle cradle and
connect it to the cradle at home (using the optional
CLHK Home Installation Kit)
Clarion and Sirius Satellite Radio welcome you to an
experience like no other.
To learn more about Clarion's complete line of audio
products, please visit us at our Website:
www.clarion.com

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Vehicle Precautions
Vehicle Installation Guide
FCC Notice
Follow these precautions to avoid serious auto
accident or personal injury:
•Do not mount the Plug and Play receiver where
it will block your view through the windshield or
your view of dashboard indicators and displays.
Do not mount the Plug and Play receiver where
it might obstruct the operation of asafety
device, such as air bags, etc.
Do not let the receiver distract you as you drive.
You are responsible for the vehicle. Always
drive safely and follow traffic rules.
This receiver complies with the interference limits
relative to aClass Bdigital device, applicable under
Part 15 of the FCC Rules regarding installation
in a
residential environment. If the receiver is not
installed
in accordance with these instructions, it
could cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception. If this condition persists after
corrective action, consult your dealer or experienced
installation facility.
Copyright and Trademarks
This document is copyrighted by Clarion. You may
not copy any portion of it without permission.
SIRIUS is aregistered trademark of SIRIUS
Satellite Radio.

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Contents
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Package contents 4
Installation cautions 5
Listening options 6
Connecting using an audio cable 6
Connecting using
FM transmission 7
In~tall the cradle 7
Install the unit 9
Using other manufacturer's mounts 9
Removing the receiver 10
Mount the antenna 11
Determine the best position 11
Route the cable 12
Limited warranty information 15

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Vehicle Installation Guide
In addition to this manual, this kit includes the following:
4Phillips machine
screws (M4 x 8 mm) 4split lock washers (M4)
4flat washers (M4)
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1alcohol swab
Power adapter
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Audio cable
Car antenna

In addition to the components in the kit, you will
need adry, clean, lint-free cloth. If it's cold outside
you may also need ahair dryer to warm the
adhesive backing on the mounting base.
To prevent ashort-circuit, turn off the ignition
and remove the negative
(-) battery cable
before starting to install. Connect the power
wires last.
Do not install the receiver where it will receive
direct sunlight or be subject to extreme
temperatures.
Mount the receiver firmly
in place using the
hardware supplied. Incorrect installation may
cause damage to the system.
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•Do not damage the vehicle wiring.
Use the supplied screws and washers.
Do not snag any wires when tightening the
screws.
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Audio cable Car antenna
Audio cable connections
cradle
To use the wireless connection, do
notconnect the audio cable.
Power adapter
Connecting using an audio cable
If you are uncomfortable installing
components in your car, enlist the
help
of aprofessional installer.
The Plug and Play receiver and cradle provide an
audio output signal that you may connect:
•Directly using the audio cable supplied.
The audio signal travels from the cradle to the
auxiliary inputs of aradio or other system.
Wirelessly using the Plug and Play receiver's
FM Transmitter feature.
The satellite radio plays through your car radio
when the radio is tuned to one of ten
FM
frequencies.

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Vehicle FM radio
2. Confirm that the FM Transmitter option is set to
FM ON. This is the default setting.
3. Select afrequency on the Plug and Play
receiver using the
FM Transmitter option.
For more information, see the Plug
and Play
Receiver User's Guide.
4. Set your car radio to the same frequency.
You can mount the cradle directly to the dashboard
or another flat surface or you may mount it using the
mounting base
in this kit.
1. Locate afirm, reasonably flat surface within
your vehicle to permit optimum viewing and
line-of-sight access by the supplied remote
control.
Car antenna
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cradle
Connecting using FM transmission
Wireless connection
The cradle supports ten FM transmission
frequencies.
1. Turn the Plug and Play receiver on.
Power adapter

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Vehicle Installation Guide
Do not install the cradle or mounting
base on aleather
or fabric surface, or
in aposition that could impairyour
vision, block
air bags or obstruct
vehicle dashboardcontrols, including
radio CD/cassette operational
displays.
Be very careful and plan ahead when selecting
the mounting location. If you use the adhesive
backing on the base you won't be able to
reposition the receiver once you mate the
backing to the mounting surface.
To screw the base to the surface, avoid
unintentional damage by making sure the area
behind the mounting surface
is clear of wires or
other items.
The fins on the mounting base are
pliable
and can be bentto conform to
mostmounting surfaces.
2. Using the alcohol swab, clean the mounting
surface and thoroughly wipe the area dry with a
clean, lint-free cloth.
3. Decide how to mount the cradle. Your choices
are:
•Install the cradle
in the mounting base and
use the adhesive backing to fix the mounting
base to the mounting surface.
•Install the cradle
in the mounting base and
use screws to fix the base to the mounting
surface.

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Install the unit
The cradle comes with amounting assembly.
Mounting
Assembly
Mounting the unit
1. Mount the mounting assembly in the vehicle.
2. Use the screws supplied to attach the cradle to
the mounting assembly.
3. Set the receiver in the cradle.
Using other manufacturer's mounts
You may install the cradle using other mounts. The
mounting plates on the rear and bottom of the cradle
provide multiple mounting options using various
vehicle-specific aftermarket brackets, such
as those
you may purchase separately from your local
dealer.

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Vehicle Installation Guide
When it's time to take the Plug and Play receiver
with you:
1. On the back of the cradle, move the lock/unlock
slider to the unlock position.
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Lock/Unlock slider
Back of the cradle
2. Gently lift the receiver upwards.
Removing the receiver

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Antenna and power connectors
Determine the best position
1. Plug the antenna into the connector on the side
of the cradle.
When connected to the Plug and Play
receiver's cradle, the antenna can receive the
SIRIUS signal virtually anywhere as long as
no
obvious obstructions, such as buildings, high
terrain, parking garages and tunnels block the
satellite signal.
2. Mount the antenna on the roof or trunk.
If the vehicle has aroof or trunk rack, you may
have to mount the antenna off-center. The
magnet secures the antenna
in place.
3. Connect the power adapter to the cradle and
the vehicle's +12 VDC power receptacle
(cigarette lighter).
4. Press the power button to turn the Plug and
Play receiver's power on.
5. If you don't hear anything, check the signal
strength indicator
in the bottom left corner of
the display.
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Power adapter- -
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Your goal is to place the antenna on arelatively flat
surface on the exterior of the vehicle, preferably
on
the roof (the high point) or on the trunk, if the car is a
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If necessary, move the antenna to different
positions until the signal comes loud and clear.
6. Mark this position with masking tape or use
some other method that won't scratch the body
work.
Route the cable
1. Plan the routing of the antenna cable to the
Plug and Play receiver antenna input.
Avoid any obstructions that could crimp, kink or
twist the cable. Use protective grommets
wherever you encounter rough openings.
2. At the lowest point of the rear window, route the
cable into the trunk, taking advantage of
existing cable conduits.
3. Snake the cable around the passenger
compartment to the back of the SIRIUS cradle.
In SUVs and minivans, route the cable into the
vehicle under the rubber molding of the hatch
door or tailgate, and then under the interior trim.
Avoidexposing the cable in the driver
or passengerareas where it could
become entangled in feet
or other
objects.
4. Plug the antenna cable into the connector on
the side of the cradle.
5. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the
+12VDC power receptacle.
The power LED on the power button glows red.
You're ready to enjoy SIRIUS programming.

If you leave the cigarette lighter
adapterpluggedin when the ignition
is
off you could drain the vehicle's
battery. Unplug the adapter when
you leave the vehicle.
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Vehicle Installation Guide

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6. Product must be shipped in its original carton or equivalent car-
ton, fully insured, with shipping charges prepaid. Clarion will not
assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred
in
shipping.
7. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PRO-
HIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW SHALL HAVE NO GREATER
DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH
ABOVE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CLARION
BE
LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO
USE THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME
STATES DO NOT
ALLOW LIMITATIONS
ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF INCI-
DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
8. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
9. Should you have any difficulties with the performance of this
product during the warranty period, please call or visit our web
site (www.clarion.com) for alisting of Authorized Warranty Ser-
vice Centers
in your area. You may also contact Clarion at the
address listed below.
For USA and Canada only
This product
is warranted against all defects in material workman-
ship for aperiod of one year from the date of original purchase.
Clarion ProAudio products, except for speakers, are
~overed ~y a
two year limited warranty when installed by an authonzed Clanon
dealer. The conditions of this limited warranty and the extent of
responsibility of Clarion Corporation of America ("Clarion") under
this limited warranty are as follows:
1. PROOF OF DATE OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR
WARRANTY SERVICE OF THIS PRODUCT.
IN THE CASE OF
THE TWO (2) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CLARION
PROAUDIO PRODUCT, PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY
AN
AUTHORIZED DEALER IS REQUIRED. INFORMATION
ABOUT CLARION AUTHORIZED WARRANTY SERVICE CEN-
TERS
MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING CLARION AT
THE ADDRESS BELOW.
2. This limited warranty will become void if service performed by
anyone other than an approved Clarion Warranty Service Cen-
ter results
in damage to the product.
3. This limited warranty does not apply to any product which has
been subject to misuse, neglect or accident, or which,has had
the serial number altered, defaced or removed, or whIch has
been connected, installed, adjusted or repaired, other than
in
accordance with the instructions furnished by Clarion.
4. This limited warranty does not cover car static or other electrical
interferences, tape head or laser pick-up cleaning or adjust-
ments, or labor costs for the removal or reinstallation of the unit
for repair.
5. The sole responsibility of Clarion under this limited warranty
shall be limited to the repair of the product or replacement of the
product, at the sole discretion of Clarion.
In USA:
Clarion Corporation of America
Attn: Customer Service Manager
661 W. Redondo Beach Blvd.
Gardena, CA. 90247-4201
1-800-GO-CLARION
[phone]
In Canada:
Clarion Canada, Inc.
Warranty Service Center
2239 Winston Park Drive
Oakville, Ontario L6H
SR1
[phone]

Clarion Corporation of America
661 West Redondo Beach Blvd.
www.clarion.com 200502-CLCK-10 Rev1.0