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The CZ509 is an in-car A/V receiver which provides up to 200 watts of peak power from Clarion's 2009 lineup. The receiver is designed with a 2-line display, rotary volume control, and a detachable flip-down face for security. It supports playback of CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA, and iTunes AAC files and includes built-in Bluetooth connectivity, making it an upgrade to the CZ309. The receiver also has a subwoofer volume control and both BBE MP and Beat EQ technology for sound adjustment and improvement. The CZ509 features a built-in AM/FM tuner and has front panel USB and AUX inputs with USB digital media streaming for connecting an MP3 player. It is also Satellite radio and steering wheel remote ready with the use of optional adapters and includes a wireless remote control and handsfree microphone. The receiver has a suggested retail price of $300 and comes with a 1 year limited warranty.
MSRP $300.00
Release date February, 2009
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Features/Specs
- 2-Line Display /w Screensavers
- Flip-Down Detachable Face
- Rotary Volume Control
- Front 3.5mm AUX and Rear USB Inputs
- USB Digital Media Streaming
- BBE MP & Beat EQ Technology
- Subwoofer Volume Control
- AM/FM Tuner with 24 Presets
- Supports ID3 Tags
- Steering Wheel Remote Ready
- Satellite Ready
- Built-in Bluetooth Connectivity
- Power Output: 50 watts x 4 channels, Built-in Amplifier
- Playback Compatibility: CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA, iTunes AAC
- Comes with Remote Control and Handsfree Microphone
- 1 year limited warranty
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Clarion CZ509
• CZ-509 CD Receiver
UPC: 029218017471
MPN: CZ509
Competitors
MSRP $250.00
Released February, 2009
The Alpine iDA-X303 is an in-dash head unit that is designed to provide seamless control of your iPod, iPhone and other digital devices over your car stereo. The three color, two line LCD display clearly shows track information and the large double-action rotary encoder knob gives maximum control over music search functions like QuickSearch,...
Clarion CZ509
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Alpine iDA-X303
MSRP $259.99
Released June, 2009
The Sony Xplod MEX-DV2200 is an automotive in-dash CD/DVD receiver that is a part of Sony's Xplod line. It has a detachable faceplate with a front auxillary input making it easy to connect a digital audio player with a 1/8" jack. It supports CD, DVD and SACD (super audio CD) discs as well as...
Clarion CZ509
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Sony Xplod MEX-DV2200
MSRP $260.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- front USB and aux input
- built-in iPod control
- built-in Bluetooth compatibility for hands-free calling
Cons
- Small text display, should have more than 13 characters
- no usb on the back
- iPod cable sold separately
Clarion CZ509
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Pioneer DEH-P6100BT
MSRP $260.00
Released March, 2009
The Pioneer DEH-P6000UB is a well-priced, car-audio CD receiver with a 200w (peak) and 4-channel MOSFET amplifier. The seventh of seven Pioneer DEH receivers, the Pioneer DEH-P6000UB is an upgrade from the Pioneer 5100UB in that instead of just being Bluetooth compatible, the DEH-P6000UB in fact features built-in Bluetooth so that a user can...
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Pioneer DEH-P6000UB
MSRP $269.95
Released March, 2009
The JVC KD-R900 is an ultra-powerful and multifunctional in-dash car-audio receiver that features a built-in MOSFET amplifier with a 200w max power output. The fifth and laste of five JVC KD A/V head units, the JVC KD-R900 is a slight upgrade from the KD-A805 in that instead of a regular detachable face, the KD-R900...
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JVC KD-R900
MSRP $279.95
Released February, 2009
The JVC KD-DV5500 is a automotive in-dash CD/DVD receiver. It is capable of playing WAV/MP3/WMA/MPEG1 and is compatible with burned DVD/CD discs and there is a front auxillary input making it easy to connect a digital audio player with a 1/8" jack. It is satellite radio and CD changer ready and can also be...
Clarion CZ509
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JVC KD-DV5500
MSRP $290.00
Released April, 2009
The Pioneer DEH-P7000BT is a high-end in dash cd reciever unit; which was first announced at the 2009 CES event in Las Vegas. The P7000BT is part of Pioneer's latest CD reciever lineup which also includes the Pioneer DEH-P6100BT, Pioneer DEH-P7100BT, and the Pioneer DEH-P9800BT. The P7000BT includes CD, Satellite radio and HD radio...
Clarion CZ509
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Pioneer DEH-P7000BT
MSRP $300.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- front AUX and USB input
- Bluetooth connectivity
- iPod and AVRCP-compatible Sony Walkman compatibility
- Satellite / HD radio ready
Clarion CZ509
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Sony MEX-BT5700U
MSRP $340.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- built-in Bluetooth receiver for hands-free calling
- direct Apple iPod support
- HD and satellite radio ready
Cons
- expensive
- iPod cable not included
- USB and aux ports are on the rear of the unit
Clarion CZ509
vs.
Pioneer DEH-P7100BT
Reviews
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Pros
- affordable price - already 2/3rds the MSRP
- built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling
- quality external microphone
- built-in iPod control
- charges iPod while connected
- good value - lots of features not found on similarly priced units
- clean aesthetic
- easy to install
- front AUX input
Cons
- poorly translated manual
- poor AM reception
- Bluetooth pairing and phonebooks can be a real pain
- unintuitive interface
- USB input is on the rear of the unit
- lesser known brand
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