Product Spotlight: Clarion NX502A Navigation Powerhouse
- Wednesday 8th August, 2012
Highly anticipated has been the replacement for the very popular NX501A 2-DIN Receiver from Clarion. The NX502A is shipping today and packs an absolute truck load of features into a small package.

The NX502A has an attractive retail price of $1699 when you consider it can do just about everything!

Smooth flicking menu operation
The interactive touch screen supports flick operation, so you can quickly scroll to another menu page. Sound familiar? Yes, it operates just like a smartphone screen. Plus, feature icons are animated for an enhanced appearance, and can be dragged and dropped into different positions to customise the way you want.
Built-in Parrot Bluetooth
The built-in Parrot Bluetooth provides hands-free telephone communication, with comprehensive compatibility with a variety of mobile phones. With a built-in microphone and Phonebook access, you can safely talk and drive at the same time. Play music stored on your mobile phone with Bluetooth audio streaming.
DAB+ Ready
Simply installing the optional DAB+ receiver module (DAB302E) will give you access to higher quality audio and a wide selection of programming that is available with DAB+ digital radio all controlled via the high-resolution touch panel display.
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High level of connectivity over multiple formats and media types
In addition to store-bought and rental DVDs, you can also watch home-burned DVDs, DivX certified files and MP4 files. So compatible video files recorded using a camcorder or smartphone can be stored on SD card, USB flash drive or DVD-R disc and viewed on the head unit.

Made for iPod and Made for iPhone certified
You can enjoy the convenience of iPod/iPhone ABC search to quickly access tunes, with a simple control mode to allow operation using the iPod/iPhone controls. Album artwork is displayed to visually enhance interactivity. For audio playback, please use the USB cable provided with your NX502A. * For video playback, an optional CCA748 cable is required.

Customise, your own way
With the new added feature of 728 multi-colour key illumination you’re free to select the exact colour you want, to match your car’s instrument panel or to match your mood. The NX502A also features fully customisable wallpaper function so you can select what background best suits you. You can even upload your own images to the unit for your very own personalised touch.
Audio / Multimedia Features :
- 6.2-inch 800x480 digital touch panel WVGA monitor
- DVD/DIVX/MP4/CD/MP3/WMA Playback
- DAB+ Ready via optional DAB302E Digital Radio Tuner
- Front SD Card Slot (+ MicroSD for Navigation)
- Rear USB Port with iPod direct connect capabilities
- 18FM, 12AM station presets
- Built-in Parrot Bluetooth Interface (HFP, HSP, OPP, A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, PBAP)
- Built-in microphone and external microphone ready with optional RCB199
- (2) Audio/Video inputs (front 3.5mm, rear RCA)
- 2-Zone Entertainment - (F / R separate source)
- 728 Variable Key Colour Illumination
- Customisable Wallpaper (including user upload)
- Animated menu icons (with static option)
- iPod Audio control with included iPod cable
- iPod Video control with optional CCA748600 cable
- Rear vision camera composite video input
- 4 × 50 W MOS-FET power amplifier
- 4V / 6-channel audio pre-out
- Subwoofer level control
- 24-bit D/A converter
- Built-in Low pass / High pass filters
- Magna Bass EX dynamic bass enhancement
- BEAT EQ for sound adjustment
- OEM steering wheel remote ready
- Wireless infrared remote control included
Navigation Features :
- Built-in Navigation with NEW Advanced GUI
- Direct turn-by-turn guidance with TTS Pro voice instructions
- 3D Elevation, 3D City & 3D Landmarks
- 4GB Map Storage on MicroSD
- 4WD Off-road (HEMA Tracks)
- SUNA Live Traffic Updates
- SUNA Predictive Traffic (Smart Traffic)
- Driver Alerts for safer driving
- Junction View & Tunnel View
- Safety Alerts: Speed cameras, Red light cameras, Bus lane cameras, Time-overdistance, cameras, School Zones, Accident black-spots, and more....
- Extended Points of Interest listings
- Latest Map Guarantee: This means that no matter when you purchase the unit, you have 30 days to download the latest map.
So you can see just from the feature list, this truly is a powerhouse from Clarion. At $1699 RRP, check it out now at your local Clarion retail outlet.



