Too many problems This has not worked %100 correctly since I got it. I've had it for a few months and still struggle with the touch screen. As an IT person I deal touch screen phones and other devices. I had a problem starting the Sirius. This was fixed with a firmware update and then the navigation stopped working. Calling Clarion was disappointing. They transferred me to a local installer and he told me to call back and go to the option to check on an existing case. He said that is the only way to actually speak to a customer service representative. When I did talk to the tech he was less then friendly. I shipped out the SD card and I'm waiting for it to be repaired.
Great but not without its flaws There were mixed reviews on this unit but I've been pretty happy with it. It is more responsive and not quite as laggy as other units I've researched. The maps are decent but not quite as detailed as I would like them to be. The startup time could be greatly improved in my opinion but I have a remote start on my truck so that tends not to be a problem for me.The thing I absolutely hate the most is that when you are navigating somewhere the music just cuts out then you hear the voice guidance with the faint sound of your music in the background then the music comes back on then two seconds later another prompt comes up in the same manner if you are approaching a turn or exit. It wouldn't be nearly as bad if the music was mixed with the voice prompts in a better fashion.If you buy this be sure not to put anything on the SD card that came in the unit you will then need to buy a new one from Clarion. You cannot as far as I know use your own SD card with loaded content media/music you would need to use a USB drive or iPod.My iPod hooked up nicely and the unit supports music out of the box through USB. You will need another adapter to get the iPod/iPhone video working.The unit played DVD's fine and while the DVD menus are not touch capable controls will popup when you need them.I have a steering wheel and OnStar adapter Axxess hooked up and they both work great. The radio lacks some common steering wheel input commands but the basic functions are there.I got the unit from Amazon as it was the cheapest place I could find. Shipping was quick and the product was problem free so far.I would recommend this unit to those that are looking for an alternative to the common Kenwood slow Sony buggy and Pioneer crappy interface units.
it was soo bad
Clarion NX501 After reading the earlier reviews I was skeptical about buying this product but after purchasing it I love it. I haven't had any issues with this item and it works perfectly.
Clarion nx501 I wasn't sure on this unit and spent a couple of weeks reviewing units and finally decided on the clarion. I tell you I couldn't be happier the interface is awesome the iPod controls are real sweet. And the navigation is perfect. Would totally recommend this unit to anyone looking for an all in one.
great unit but has its issues. 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 navigationfeatures and speed alerts come in handy I've had it installed for 3 weeks and Just reallygot used to the menus. Would have gotten 5 stars except today the navigation functionwont load.
Very good all around Nav Radio I just upgraded from the NX500. This radio has better nav better bluetooth higher res screen and cool animations.GPS is a big upgrade over the the NX500 nice options.I considered the Sony but from other reviews noticed the sirius radio capabilities of the Sony were poor. The clarion Sirius abilities are great.I have hooked up a backup camera sirius radio am/fm and the nav.All work well in my 2010 ford Edge.Easy install.Cons Slow boot/start up about 20 seconds+ longer if booting to nav.Sometimes the radio gets stuck on loading when starting the Sirius radio part this is only fixed by turning off the radio and back on.
Almost Perfect A Definite Buy I was so happy when I bought this. I snagged it for $630 and it was worth every penny. The UI is great the feature list is deep and the performance is stellar. The GPS is the best I've ever used and that's coming from a Garmin Nuvi which I didn't think could get any better. The sound is incredible. My stock speakers in my Ford Explorer sounds so awesome now. I can only imagine what it would sound like if I had good speakers. If you buy one make sure you get a new version. Major fixes to the problems that other reviewers have mentioned have been implemented.FIXESI bought this about 4 months ago when it first came out and the external mic from Clarion did not work with it. I had to send it in and they replaced it with a newer version. The external mix now works and it is perfect. I haven't had a complaint yet from people on the other end.There has been a firmware update. Before if you turned off the radio when the input was NOT Sirius you had to reset the unit after turning on again because Sirius wouldn't work. Sirius now ALWAY turns on no matter what the input was.General Bluetooth connectivity is much improved.
Top shelf navigation unit This is by far the best navigation unit I ever had in a vehicle. This is installed in my 2005 F150. Looks factory. The navigation is top notch. The only downside to this radio is the usb connection for the Ipod. For whatever reason sometimes you have to unplug your ipod and plug it back in to make the unit recognize it. I had a pioneer navigation in the past and I like this one better.
Nice to Have In the Car Sony offers a comparable unit and maybe I shouldve gone with it. Maybe. I still don't really understand the Navigation part of this unit. Anywayonce I loaded some albums on my memory stick and when it's playing them the song will stutter because the CPU is being interrupted by the NAV unit. The stuttering occurs briefly after you start and move the car fifty feet. And you cannot turn off the NAV unit temporarily to test this buffering theory although I'm sure that's it. It does not increment to the next album folderinstead replays the same album. Had a hard time getting the songs to play but once I put them in MP3 format they worked fine except for the aforementioned problems. When you get in your car there is at least a 15 sec delayor more as the unit warns you about the dvd and staticly puts its brand name up grandioselyClarionand it seems to last wayyy longer than it should. Also the NAV unit talks to you but you cannot give it voice commands except for cursing at it which it will ignore. AndI was driving along on the freeway listening to my tunes and this deafening although slightly sexy female voice came out of the speakers YOU ARE OVER THE SPEED LIMIT!! I was only about 5 mph over it too. It was like having your mother in the car. okay you can use the menu and shut it up thankfully Also I used the Bluetooth feature and it works fine great in fact. Lots of volume but not too loud in my Infiniti. Butoverall In spite of a few shortcomingsI have yet to really use the navigation with any kind of ease and besides give me a map any dayI would say this is a great device because it frees you from the constant commercials of AM/FM. The ability to load over 500 cd's on a USB memory stick is pretty awesome which is the main reason I bought this unit. Having had a 6 cd player and thinking that was the cat's meow well this thing beats it hands down. I've already loaded 21+ cd's onto it. The limitation is not the memory stick however the limitation is with the Clarion unit itself. Even so it's very impressive. Like having your own radio station. Plus the Sirius capability DVDs etc. And having Mommy or Big Brother keeping my speed down if you want may just save my a.. one day.
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