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 A Note About Bluetooth Auto Connect September 7, 2010
SAS
Several folks have commented about Bluetooth auto connect issues, particularly that the unit automatically switches to Bluetooth as soon as the phone connects, interrupting the source that you had been listening to.
There is another alternative with Bluetooth connectivity. If you set up Bluetooth for the phone only (not audio) then the autoconnect will not occur every time you turn on the phone. You can turn your phone on and continue to listen to the current source. If you get a call, it will automatically switch to Bluetooth. Of course, this won't help much if you're planning to use your phone as a music source.
The reason the HU automatically switches to Bluetooth when you connect your phone with Bluetooth audio enabled is that it views it as a new audio source that you want to listen to now. It works exactly the same way as it does if you connect a USB device or insert a CD.
Hope this helps clarify the issue.
 Difficult with iPhone 3GS August 18, 2010
Shelly
At first I was having issues connecting my iPhone 3GS unit. If you are connecting an iPhone 3GS, while in Pairing mode, use the WAIT and have the iPhone search for the CX609. If you do this, you should connect flawlessly every time. I can't get the Phonebook to upload from the 3GS to the head unit.
Make sure if you have upgraded audio, that you use ground wires or else you'll hear a whiney high pitch sound through the speakers when your car revs.
Pros:
Color Options
Bluetooth built-in
Audio over Bluetooth via iPhone (awesome!)
Ability to charge iPhone 3GS
Ability to edit names of stereo stations
Auto Answer in 5 seconds of incoming call
Auto Connect Bluetooth when getting into car.
Sensitive radio signal scanning
Cons:
Wish it didn't need spacers on each side, but still looks decent
Manual is difficult to read
Do not use "Searching" when pairing as the manual says, but use "Waiting" and have phone find head unit
Overall, I'm very pleased with this unit.
A lot to offer, great looks and interface, at a good price. July 16, 2010
Jake Hegnauer (Providence)
I've had this installed now for a few months.
INPUTS:
I love all the source options. My own very old B&W LCD screen Ipod is not compatible with the USB input, but I can use it with the Aux input for now (until I get a more up to date Ipod/Iphone)
I have a 16GB Thumb drive attached to the USB input in the glove box, and that's a great alternative, though you don't get all of the Ipods shuffle features, in fact you get nothing but skipping songs or albums by folder via manual controls.
Ergonomics:
The interface of this unit is excellent, it takes no time to get the hang of things, quick and easy to adjust,. with one exception!
The biggest negative I have is that the "tone" controls like bass and treble are pretty deeply buried in the EQ settings. One must press several buttons just to get to the frequency adjustments.
For an actual EQ, this is not problem as we would want to set and forget it,. (if we truly know what an EQ is for) however, with so many different source options, and our various music tastes, I feel that simple easy to reach Bass and Treble adjustment should be available on all head units. Sadly this seems to not be the trend these days. I can hardly hold it against the Clarion since this is the norm.
Many complain that the set up for the Blue tooth is difficult and thus they rate the interface and manual poorly. I have not yet tackled Bluetooth owning no BT devices as yet,. so I can't comment there but, taking that aspect out of the equation I find this is an easy set of controls to get along with. I have to deduce based on other reviews that the only weak point is the Bluetooth set up and instructions.
Audio:
The sound is excellent. Mine is attached to 6 channels of outboard amplifier (front LR/rear LR/sub LR) so I can't comment on the internal amp, but as a head/control unit it is fantastic. Many options for controlling the output sound to AMPs including built in adjustable electronic crossovers.
Visual:
I simply love the way the Double Din looks in my 2007 Tacoma, most assume it's stock. I have used the adjustable face lighting to match the color of my trucks interior exactly. Fantastic!
Summary:
I really think this was an excellent choice. It meets all my needs and then some, and sounds great. My two wishes are as follows
- Lacks Quickly accessible Bass and Treble controls
- Lacks Built in "Ipod like" shuffle, play list, and play back options for when you access flash drives via USB or MP3 CDs.
...all in all, highly recommended.
Great unit, unless you have upgraded your Iphone July 1, 2010
Henry
I did a lot of research before ordering a head unit for my GMC Canyon. It was between this and the Pioneer. My brother has this same unit in his car so I went over and tried it out and everything worked perfect with my iPhone 3GS. I got the unit today, installed it and was very disappointed after I noticed it wasn't working correctly with the iPhone. Turns out that I upgraded to the new OS4 last week and I cannot go back to the old OS. The blue tooth does not auto connect. It does not recognize the ipod, gives different error messages. It does play music through the bluetooth and the phone works fine when I manually connect it. Hopefully there is a fix soon, as Apple tells me there is no downgrading OS.
UPDATE: Auto connect does work with OS4. I just had not activated it on the head unit. Still does not recognize the Ipod, though
 No usb controls or charging Iphone 3gs with iOS4.0! June 26, 2010
Bruno Carboni Borrase
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Since I upgraded my iPhone 3gs to iOS 4.0 the Clarion unit will no longer charge or play music through USB (accesory is not supported shown on screen) It was good for the 2 weeks I had it with iPhone 3gs with OS 3.1.2.
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