NX505E Mobile Phone Compatibility List using Bluetooth and "Smart Access"
This page provides confirmed connectivity information for NX505E with Smartphones as of March, 2019.
- Smart Access App Compatibility with Android 6.0
- Smart Access App Compatibility with iOS 9.0
- Smart Access App Compatibility with iOS 8.0 and later
- The listed mobile phones are tested upon release under fixed conditions. The list may change due to mobile phone specification changes. Depending on the specification changes, connectivity may be lost, or certain functionality may be lost.
- The results listed here are based on compatibility testing and does not warrant full connectivity or functionality with mobile phones.
- Connectivity testing conducted with a limited list of mobile phone models. It does not limit the mobile phone compatibility to the phones listed below.
Instructions for using Clarion Intelligent VOICE
Clarion Intelligent VOICE can be used over a Bluetooth connection only.
Set up the Bluetooth connection (pairing) from the MENU screen.
*In the BT Devices Connection settings, add a new connection. Choose either "Handsfree + Smartphone Linking" or "Smartphone Linking Only" from the applicable settings, then pair the devices.
NOTE: If using other applications that support Bluetooth connection, read the instructions below before connecting and configuring.
Install and start the "Smart Access" application on the smartphone to use Clarion Intelligent VOICE.
- The voice search function may not start or work properly when used for the first time after pairing. If this happens, switch the engine OFF and ON again (stop the vehicle in a safe place to do this). The problems may be resolved by pairing again.
- The voice search may become temporarily unusable due to an interrupted network connection. If searching fails, wait for a short time and then try again.
- Voice search and Screen scroll function may be slow on some models or under some usage conditions.
- Set the time display to the 24-hour clock if using an iPhone. There are known issues when the 12-hour clock is used.
iPhone / Android™ SmartPhone Connection
Using iPhone with Smart Access (Smartphone Linking)
・Connection with iPhone 4s and iPhone 4 will require the Connection Cable for iPod (CCA750)(sold separately).
・Connection with iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c and iPhone 5 will require both Lightning Digital AV Adapter and HDMI cable listed below (sold separately). Bluetooth connection is also required in addition to those cable connection.
| Lightning Digital AV Adapter | Apple Inc. |
| HDMI Cable (Type A to Type A) | CCA770 |
Using Android Smartphone with Smart Access (Smartphone Linking)
In order to use Smart Access (Smartphone Linking) with an Android Smartphone, you will need a simultaneous cable and Bluetooth connection.
・From the head unit settings, select the linked device as "Android Smartphone".
・From the head unit Bluetooth settings, pair by selecting "Handsfree + Smartphone Linking" or "Smartphone Linking Only".
Cable connection for Android Smartphone
The type of cable you will use will differ depending on the Smartphone.
Refer to the bottom of this page (Bluetooth Compatibility) to determine the necessary cable. HDMI models will require HDMI Micro Cable (sold separately). MHL or SlimPort models will require HDMI Conversion Cable (Not a Clarion product) and HDMI Cable (sold separately).
For HDMI micro terminal equipped models
| HDMI Cable (Type A to Type D) | CCA771 |
You will not be able to use the Micro USB Cable and HDMI Cable simultaneously (you will not be able to charge your Smartphone) for some models.
For HDMI conversion cable compatible models
You will need a HDMI conversion cable (Not a Clarion product). Follow cable manufacturer’s instructions before use.
HDMI conversion cable compatibility will vary depending on Smartphone. Check cable compatibility with your Smartphone prior to purchase.
You will need both HDMI Cable (Type A- Type A) and HDMI Conversion Cable in order to connect a Smartphone to the product.
| HDMI Conversion Cable | Not a Clarion product |
| HDMI Cable (Type A to Type A) | CCA770 |
[Caution]
●You will need a HDMI conversion cable that is compatible with EDID. Contact the HDMI conversion cable manufacturer for compatibility information.
●HDMI conversion cable requires power supply for video output in most cases. Make sure you plug the HDMI conversion cable to a power source such as a cigar lighter socket. Video will not be displayed unless power is supplied.
Connectivity List
Yes： Available
No： Unavailable
*： Compatibility may vary. Click corresponding annotation in chart for compatibility.
-： No function
#： Cable connection compatibility may vary. Click corresponding annotation for compatibility.
*HF: Call waiting function may not work normally. Please restart the vehicle, if it cannot make a call after that.
Please read the following documents for appropriate use.
