Specifications

Main Units
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Main Units
Experience this sound, witness the future.
Leading-edge intelligent func-
tions transform the car into the
ultimate acoustic space.
Compatibility with a wide range
of media & devices extends the
possibilities of future car audio
It goes without saying that disc media
such as audio CD and CD-R/RW are
supported, but smart collaboration with a
wide range of compressed audio media
such as MP3/WMA, as well as compatibil-
ity with the portable audio standard-setter
iPod
®
opens up whole new possibilities
for driving enjoyment. Furthermore, the
“True Sound” Technology Allows
Accurate Sonic Reproduction
that Re-creates the Excitement of
a Concert
In 1996, Clarion’s DRX9255 source unit
became legendary because it faithfully
reproduced the digital signals encoded
on CDs. The new high-end HXD2 car-
ries on the tradition of the DRX9255; it is
equally capable of faithfully reproducing
the original digital sound. The founda-
tion of the HXD2’s high-definition sound
is its Digital-to-Analog converter, which
operates at a sampling rate of 96 kHz.
This double oversampling allows repro-
duction of the subtle details and depth
The latest in audio technology, together with our commitment to usability and safety, are condensed
into mere 1-DIN dimensions. Clarion units are the ultimate, offering everything wanted in a next-gen-
eration main unit; from the unwavering commitment to high fidelity sound, as well as compatibility
with new media and mobile tools. Optimedia Display defines conventional wisdom. Clarion’s 2006
main unit lineup will appeal to the driver’s sense of superiority, offering next-generation functions and
performance to reshape the in-car musical experience of a new generation of users.
Optimedia Display is a new style of GUI
(graphical user interface) offering vastly
improved usability and safety. Keep-
ing the number of buttons and knobs at
a bare minimum, control is gained via
the display panel. The panel responds
immediately and accurately to your com-
mands – you just touch or slide your finger
across the panel – for intuitive control of
various modes and functions. High-end
main units feature a black faceplate that
adds a cool look to the touch-activated
intelligent functions.
contained in upper-frequency harmon-
ics. These details produce the expres-
siveness and resonance of real sound
that cannot be done at a sampling rate
of 44.1 kHz. In addition, the HXD2 uses
only high-quality components such as a
copper-coated chassis, wiring, output
cables, and a glass-epoxy four-layer cir-
cuit board. These components prevent
signal degradation and ensure superior
performance. The HXD2 is the pinnacle
of car-audio excellence; it reproduces the
atmosphere and nuances of recordings
so clearly and accurately you can hear
the musicians breathing.
2006 lineup can connect to SD cards or
USB devices, and supports playback of
MP3/WMA files directly from USB mem-
ory or USB players as well as standard
MP3/WMA playback. You can now enjoy
the flexibility and wide ranging possi-
bilities that the latest music devices and
media formats can provide, both inside
and outside your car.