Clarion NZ500 7 In-Dash Single-Din Touchscreen DVD/CD/MP3/USB Receiver

 

Clarion NZ500 7" In-Dash Single-Din Touchscreen DVD/CD/MP3/USB Receiver, Built-in Navigation and Bluetooth

 

Item Description

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Clarion's NZ500 is a premium audio/video navigation unit with built-in GPS navigation, built-in Bluetooth for hands-cost-free control, and audio streaming and USB iPod and iPhone compatibility. iPod video playback is also offered working with an optional cable (CCA748). The unit is also Sirius Satellite Radio and HD Radio Ready (like the iTunes tagging function) with extra hardware. With built-in GPS navigation, the flash memory permits for rapid response and access to navigation maps and multimedia selections.

A premium audio/video navigation unit with built-in GPS navigation. Click to enlarge.

Built-in Bluetooth for hands-no cost manage.

Superior iPod and iPhone connectivity.

Front and rear AV inputs.
7-Inch Touch Panel With Sub DisplayThe single-DIN NZ500 with motorized seven-inch touch panel has an effortless-to-view sub display when the LCD is in the closed position. The 12-digit blue illuminated LCD sub display permits maximum visibility in a space-saving package.
Built-in Navigation Technique With 12 Million POIsNZ500 characteristics a built-in auto navigation technique with uncomplicated destination input, turn-by-turn voice prompts, selectable route guidance--every thing you will need to reach your destination easily and efficiently. Pre-loaded with 12 million Points of Interest, its database contains national parks, restaurants, gas stations, and a lot much more.
Built-in Bluetooth Hands-No cost CallingWith Bluetooth built-in, you can wirelessly connect your Bluetooth capable mobile telephone to listen to calls by way of your car's audio technique. HFP/OPP/A2DP/AVRCP protocols are supported.
Superior iPod and iPhone ConnectivityUSB connection enables complete manage of your iPod such as video playback. Also "Works with iPhone" certified to bring its communication and entertainment capabilities into your vehicle.
HD Radio Prepared with iTunes TaggingConnecting the THD400 lets you delight in listening to digitally broadcast radio programs with all their superior high quality and useful information. This contains iTunes Tagging capability, so if you hear a song on the radio that you like, you can tag it to download later from the iTunes Retailer. Save time locating and accumulating the tunes you want.
Sirius Direct Connect ReadyConnect to a Sirius Satellite Radio receiver devoid of any want for a interface box--and enjoy more than 130 channels of music, news, speak shows, sports and site visitors specifics with digital excellent sound all through the U.S. and Canada.
Rear Vision Camera RCA InputThis RCA input enables you to smoothly connect a rear camera to display the area behind your car. The elevated view encourages and facilitates safer driving.
Front/Rear AV InputsNZ500 is equipped with AV input terminals on the front and rear of the unit to enable enjoyment of content from an external connected supply. The rear RCA inputs are ideal for permanent installations, though the front pin jack type input will come in handy for swift connection of portable audiovisual sources.
24-bit D/A Converter for Excellent Sound ReproductionFully delight in the sonic influence of DVD movie soundtracks or music videos. 24-bit technology essentially oversamples the digital signal, supplying good outcomes that just weren't potential with older 16-bit systems.
6ch/2V RCA Output with Subwoofer ControlWith three sets of RCA outputs, you are free to add external power amplifiers to generate a additional potent, sophisticated audio method. Also, independent volume control is enabled for the subwoofer so you can adjust the level of bass output to your liking at any time, regardless of the output level of the other channels.
What's in the BoxNZ500 Receiver, Remote Control, Installation Hardware, User's Manual
Clarion Nz500 7" Single-Din Touchscreen Multimedia Station With Built-In Bluetooth® Navigation

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16.1 x 9.6 x 16.1 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0032FOJD4
• Item model number: NZ500
  

Technical Details

• Built-in Navigation System with 12 million POIs
• Built-in Bluetooth® Hands-free Calling
• Superior iPod® and iPhone® Connectivity
• HD Radio(TM) Ready with iTunes® Tagging
• Sirius Direct Connect Ready

Client Critiques

I bought this unit for my automobile, and couldn't be happier! Particularly solid unit, lots of alternatives, fairly straightforward install. My only complaint is the minimal installation directions, presumably due to the fact Clarion prefers that their stereos be professionally installed, but, I didn't really have any concerns installing it.
UPDATE: DO NOT Spend Consideration TO THE LIMIT OF THE NUMBER OF SONGS ON A USB DRIVE! Manual says 1500 max...I have 2350 on an 8GB drive, and it is rocking just fine...

I was honestly excited to get this unit, and did 'some' study and talked with the several vendors and decided it was time to pull the trigger. I figured at $499 down from $799, it had to be the 'real deal' as far as quality and features. Well I was wrong. I spent the day doing a Particularly clean install in my 2006 Dodge Viper, to then turn on the unit (as soon as installed) and comprehend, it 'seems type of cheap' the push buttons beneath the screen make a PLASTIC CLICKING/RUBBING (on all buttons) sound like your playing with some two year old's 'made in china' toy. I moved on telling myself the lie that it would 'wear itself in, and cease creating that noise' right after some use. Navi DID appear cool, but then i started moving about the rest of the menu system, and it seemed kind of dated, no colors, completely monocrome. You'd consider if they had a full color palet they would use it. They opted not to. Produced the display quite boring. (you wont impress your friends with the 'slickness' of this unit). Next, I adjusted the screen to the angle I wanted, and then played about for a bit, asked it to close itself and reopen, to see if it kept the angle, certain adequate it was a couple of 'clicks' of the angle button off. So I re clicked and it would be hit or miss the next few occasions on opening and closing, if it would basically go back to the 'set' place I gave it. I was nevertheless telling myself for $499 I can live with this. Then the final nail. I tried blue tooth, each on my blackberry bold and wifes iphone 3g. Worked Fantastic, if YOU dont want to hear the individual your talking to. They hear you clear as day (nicely ok thats an exegeration), but you cant hear them at all. Sure, take it off of blue tooth by way of the head unit, and the contact resumes very easily. I did this with TECH Assistance and they stated, 'ok sure, we'll replace the unit no proble, BUT dont be suprised if the replacement does this identical issue, bluetooth isnt definitely standardized.' I pretty much fell out of my seat (except i was in a auto, so thats fairly challenging to do, unless you open the vehicle door). I mentioned thanks, cancel the replacement order, and just issue me a refund. World-wide-web searches will confirm this is a Identified issue with this unit, and people are Nevertheless waiting for a patch for this, luckily clarion has responded and provided a patch for a GPS problem folks have had with the clock (aka entirely unrelated, and generally ignoring this concern, considering that three/2010.. yes over a year they have recognized about the issue and offered no repair). Dont let the value fool you, you are finding what you paid for. If you dont want bluetooth to operate, and you dont mind the 'cheap feel' and 'look' of the unit, then its a wonderful deal!

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