Clarion takes H.M.I. to the next level with SLIDETRAK for precise control of key features on the head unit. Simply swipe your fingertip to easily operate key functions. Preset radio station and CD track controls are also incorporated into the multifunctional display. Navigate through station presets or select favourite music tracks by sliding your finger to either side of the display. SLIDETRAK also maximises available space on the head unit to create a large, easy-toread display. This promotes safer driving.

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an international interface standard for connection of peripheral devices. It is fully supported via the USB slot on the front. This enables simple plug-in connection of a wide range of devices and USB memory media carrying up to 65,025 songs.

By connecting your iPod to the main unit, you can listen to favourite tunes from your iPod library in your car using the Clarion system. iPod control is done on the main unit screen, and as the unit recognises the connection automatically, operation of your iPod is smoothly integrated as part of your Clarion system.

Compression formats like MP3, WMA and AAC achieve more efficient compression by sacrificing the high frequency range above 10 kHz. ”Sound Restorer” complements this lost content by way of extracting harmonic overtone elements from the compressed data. Reproduction, quasi equal to the original sound, can be realised.

A key component in the transfer of digital data from a CD into analogue sound is Clarion’s 24-bit D/A converter. Because the digital realm is made up of unnaturally square sound waves, as opposed to the smoothly undulating sound waves characteristic of the real-world environment, Clarion’s embedded 24-bit D/A converter recreates the natural nuances and expressions lost during the sound reproduction process.

The 13-segment 2-line display enables display of a multitude of information. As a visual interface between you and the source unit, it offers clear display of what’s playing with numerous setting and selection possibilities.