3/21/2012

Clarion NX501 6.2" Double-DIN Navigation Multimedia Control Station


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Rating: 3.7

List Price : $999.99 Price : Too low to display
Clarion NX501 6.2

Product Description

7" single din multimedia control station with touch panel control, usb & built-in navi / bluetooth

Amazon.com Product Description

Clarion's NX501 offers all the features of the NZ501 in a 2-DIN package--a premium audio/video navigation unit with built-in GPS navigation, built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming, and USB, iPod, and iPhone compatibility. iPod video playback is also available using an optional cable (CCA748). The unit is also Sirius Satellite Radio and HD Radio Ready (including the iTunes tagging feature) with additional hardware. With built-in GPS navigation, the flash memory allows for quick response and access to navigation maps and multimedia options. In addition, you'll get massive expandability with 3 sets of preamp outputs and an additional set for full two-zone operation.

Clarion NX501
Premium in-dash navigation unit with advanced high-resolution widescreen VGA touch panel display. Click here for a larger image

Touchscreen Navigation and Entertainment

6.2-Inch Touch Panel Display

The double-DIN NX501 boasts a fixed 6.2-inch touch panel display, with a brilliant 800 x 480 RGB pixel resolution for easy navigation of roads and unit features.

Built-in Navigation System With 12 Million POIs

The NX501 features a built-in car navigation system with simple destination input, turn-by-turn voice prompts, selectable route guidance, text-to-speech directions with spoken street names, 2D/3D navigation--everything you need to reach your destination quickly and efficiently. Pre-loaded with over 15 million Points of Interest, its database includes national parks, restaurants, gas stations, and much more. Maps cover the US 50 states, Canada, and Puerto Rico, and updating maps/software is a breeze.

Clarion NX501
Built-in SiRFprima GPS Receiver featuring TeleAtlas Mapping Coverage of US 50 States, Canada, and Puerto Rico on Preloaded Micro SD Card.
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USB connection enables complete control of your iPod including video playback.
Clarion NX501
Wirelessly connect your Bluetooth capable mobile phone for hands-free calls or streaming music through your car's audio system.
Built-in Bluetooth

With a built-in Parrot Bluetooth interface, you can wirelessly connect your Bluetooth capable mobile phone to listen to calls through your car's audio system. Answer calls, dial using a 10-digit key screen, dial from your phone book, and more, for safe and convenient hands-free calling. A built-in microphone is included or you can add the optional RCB199 external mic.

If you have a cell phone or audio player with Bluetooth, you can also stream your music directly through the system, complete with playback controls for compatible devices. HFP/HSP/OPP/A2DP/AVRCP/DUN/PBAP Bluetooth protocols are supported.

Superior iPod and iPhone Connectivity

USB connection enables complete control of your iPod including video playback (add the optional CCA748 video cable). Browse your iPod/iPhone's contents and settings, and control playback right from the receiver.

HD and SAT Radio Ready

Connecting the THD400 lets you enjoy listening to digitally broadcast radio programs with all their superior quality and helpful information. This includes 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 Store. Save time finding and accumulating the tunes you want.

You can also connect to a Sirius Satellite Radio receiver without any need for a interface box--and enjoy over 130 channels of music, news, talk shows, sports and traffic information with digital quality sound throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Rear Vision Camera RCA Input

This RCA input enables you to smoothly connect a rear camera to display the area behind your vehicle. The increased view encourages and facilitates safer driving.

Front/Rear AV Inputs

NX501 is equipped with AV input terminals on the front and rear of the unit to enable enjoyment of content from an external connected source. The rear RCA inputs are ideal for permanent installations, while the front pin jack type input will come in handy for quick connection of portable audiovisual sources.

8ch/2V RCA Output with Subwoofer Control

With 3 sets of RCA outputs, you are free to add external power amplifiers to create a more powerful, sophisticated audio system. 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.

Two of the channels are used for rear zone programming, allowing back seat passengers to enjoy different programming than those in the front.

What's in the Box

NX501 Receiver, Remote Control With Battery, Wiring Harness, GPS Antenna, Trim Ring, Cleaning Cloth, Installation Hardware, AV Cable, Documentation


  • 6.2-inch Digital WVGA Touch Panel LCD Monitor. CD/MP3/WMA/DVD Playback. Built-in Parrot Bluetooth Interface (HFP, HSP, OPP, A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, PBAP). Built-in Microphone and External Microphone Ready with Optional RCB199. 2- Audio/Video Inputs.
  • 2-Zone Entertainment: Front and 7 Rear Separate Source Control. Rear USB Port with iPod Direct Connect Capabilities. iPod Audio/Video Control with Optional CCA748 iPod Interface Cable. Rear Vision Camera Composite Video Input.
  • Built-in SiRFprima GPS Receiver featuring TeleAtlas Mapping Coverage of US 50 States, Canada, and Puerto Rico on Preloaded Micro SD Card. 15 Million Points of Interest. Text to Speech for Street Announcements. Sirius Direct Connect Ready.
  • HD Radio Ready with Optional THD400. 50 Watts x 4 Built-in Amplifier. 8-Channel / 4 Volt RCA Output (2-Channels Rear Zone). Subwoofer Volume Control. Built-in High and Low-Pass Filters. Magna Bass EX Dynamic Bass Enhancement.
  • Beat EQ for Sound Adjustment. OEM Steering Wheel Remote Ready. Wireless Remote Control Included.


Clarion NX501 6.2" Double-DIN Navigation Multimedia Control Station Reviews


Clarion NX501 6.2" Double-DIN Navigation Multimedia Control Station Reviews


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26 of 29 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Great Interface but not ready for prime time., May 21, 2011
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G. Spicuze (Rhode Island, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Clarion NX501 6.2" Double-DIN Navigation Multimedia Control Station (Electronics)
I just purchased this headunit from Amazon 7 days ago. I am now packing it for a return. I absolute love the interface, scrolling/swipe, and features. I can't, however, deal with the issues. It seems like Clarion got to a beta stage and just rushed it to release.

PROS

Gorgeous interface
Swiping / Scrolling is seamless
iPhone like usability
Comes with Sirius, BT, Nav, and iPod cables !

CONS

My issues are:

1) The Clarion advertised RCB199 external microphone does NOT work with the unit. This was confirmed by Clarion's technical support themselves. The gentleman on the phone said that an engineer is making a hardware change to fix the issue. Even so, it is unacceptable for Clarion to advertise this optional mic if it does NOT work with the unit. What were they thinking? I spent hours trying to figure out how to get it to work all to find out that they lied in the product description!

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars great unit but has its issues., June 24, 2011
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This review is from: Clarion NX501 6.2" Double-DIN Navigation Multimedia Control Station (Electronics)
Originally posted on crutchfield but they won't let me edit it or update my comments.
I love this head unit. It sounds fantastic has all the options i wanted the navigation
features and speed alerts come in handy, I've had it installed for 3 weeks and Just really
got used to the menus. Would have gotten 5 stars except today the navigation function
wont load. i was out using the system it was finding all the places i needed to go
but on my 3rd stop of the day after i started my car the nav software loaded, asked
me for the language preference and when i selected English it proceeded to boot
then hung and rebooted the entire radio.

I have reset defaults, disconnected the power to try and reset no go. Everything else
still works only the navigation wont load. I am restoring my memory chip (made a backup)
hopefully it's just the chip (windows reported an issue when i plugged it in) if that
dose not work i will be calling clarion... Read more
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Everything I had been looking for, April 25, 2011
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This review is from: Clarion NX501 6.2" Double-DIN Navigation Multimedia Control Station (Electronics)
The NX501 has been installed now for three weeks. I'm using the GPS, HDTuner and External Mic. I also installed the Steering Wheel Controls and a SW Relay.

Installation took about 3 hours in my 2008 Tacoma. Configuration of the settings was very straight forward. I'm streaming Pandora from my BlackBerry and also have a USB drive in the glove box loaded with 4 GB of audio.

Bluetooth for both audio and phone are very clear and syncing is very simple. It was worth every penny even though I only budgeted $400 originally for the head unit.

Audio is clear, it switches between functions seamlessly and the touch screen is very functional. There are two issues that I'm working on: 1) Nav audio seems muted even though the audio setting is turned up all the way and 2) The head unit dimmer doesn't seem to integrate with my truck even though there is a wire for dimming...
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