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NX503E, FX503E Mobile Phone Compatibility List using "Smart Access"

This page provides confirmed connectivity information for NX503E and FX503E with smartphones as of March, 2017.

Using iPhone 4S and iPhone 4 with Smart Access (Smartphone Linking)

Connection with iPhone 4S and iPhone 4 will require the Connection Cable for iPod (CCA750)(sold separately).

The iPhone 5 Lightning connector is not compatible due to a lack of analog video output.

Using Android smartphone with Smart Access (Smartphone Linking)

In order to use Smart Access (Smartphone Linking) with an Android smartphone, you will need both a cable and Bluetooth connection.
・From the source unit settings, select the linked device as “Android Smartphone.”
・From the source unit Bluetooth settings, pair by selecting “Hands-Free Call + Smartphone Linking” or “Smartphone Linking.”

Cable connection for Android Smartphone

The type of cable you will use will depend on your smartphone.
Refer to the bottom of this page (Bluetooth Compatibility) to determine the necessary cable. HDMI models will require the HDMI Micro cable (sold separately). MHL models will require the HDMI conversion cable “MHL-HDMI” (not a Clarion product) and an HDMI Image Input cable (sold separately).
●For HDMI
HDMI Cable (Type A to Type D) CCA771
You will not be able to use the Micro USB cable and an HDMI cable simultaneously (you will not be able to charge your smartphone) for some models.
●For MHL
You will need the HDMI conversion cable “MHL-HDMI” (not a Clarion product). Follow the cable manufacturer’s instructions before use.
HDMI conversion cable “MHL-HDMI” compatibility will vary, depending on the smartphone. Check cable compatibility with your smartphone, prior to purchase.
You will need both the HDMI Micro cable (Type A to Type A) and the HDMI conversion cable “MHL-HDMI” in order to connect a smartphone to the NX503E or FX503E.
HDMI Conversion Cable [MHL - HDMI] Not a Clarion product
HDMI Cable (Type A to Type A) CCA770
[Caution]
●You will need the HDMI conversion cable “MHL-HDMI” that is compatible with EDID. Contact the HDMI cable manufacturer for compatibility information.
●The HDMI conversion cable “MHL-HDMI” requires power for video output. Make sure you plug the HDMI conversion cable into a power source, such as a cigarette lighter socket. Video will not be displayed unless power is supplied.
*MHL models will require the HDMI conversion cable “MHL-HDMI” (not a Clarion product).
 
Please read the following documents for appropriate use.

Bluetooth and "Smart Access" Compatibility

Yes: Available
No: Unavailable
*: Compatibility may vary. Click the corresponding annotation in the chart for compatibility.
-: No function
#: Cable connection compatibility may vary. Click the corresponding annotation for compatibility.
 
(1): There have been confirmed reports of the app link not displaying correctly on iOS 7.
The Clarion App (Smart Access and 4car series) has applied a fix to this issue. Update all apps to the most recent version.
Other apps will be updated accordingly.
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