Name: Clarion FZ501
Brand: Clarion
SKU: fz501
Price: 129.99 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 3.8750 (8 reviews)

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In-dash MP3, WMA, AAC Digital Media player with Remote • 50W x 4 Chan. Max • BeatEQ with Preset patterns • 3 Sets of 2V Preamp Outputs • Built-in Bluetooth technology • Rear USB Input

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In-dash MP3, WMA, AAC Digital Media player with Remote • 50W x 4 Chan. Max • BeatEQ with Preset patterns • 3 Sets of 2V Preamp Outputs • Built-in Bluetooth technology • Rear USB Input

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Clarion High Quality Receiver

Clarion is known for making some of the highest quality products and the Clarion FZ501 is no exception to this. Unlike any other headunit this one features a 7-way Rotary Volume Control knob that is easy to use and will allow for a number of accessible functions. The built-in Bluetooth interface supports hands-free operation and phone book download for added convenience and safer driving, as well as A2DP music streaming. For iPhone and iPod users this radio will integrate your device so that you can control just like normal via the headunit. If you are looking to step up your game and upgrade your headunit to a reliable headunit that offers complete sound customization then the Clarion FZ501 is the only answer you need. With this all-in-one radio you wont be disappointed.

General Features:

In-dash MP3, WMA, AAC Digital Media player with Remote
iPod USB direct connectivity via your standard iPod-to-USB connection cable allows you to charge, control, and playback your iPod through the receiver and stereo system
Full dot OEL Display
Wireless remote control included
Illuminated capacitive sensor buttons
CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
Power Output:

Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
RMS: 18 watts x 4 channels

MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
1-year Sonic Electronix warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

Playback of MP3, WMA and AAC
AM/FM tuner with 18FM/12AM presets
24 Bit digital-to-analog converter
Magna Bass EX Dynamic bass enhancement
3-Band BeatEQ with 5 selectable tone curves (4 preset, 1 user)
BBE MP Digital Sound processing to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
Built-in LPF/HPF

Expandability Options:

2 Sets of 2V preamp outputs (front, switchable rear and subwoofer)
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready: SiriusXM SCC1 required and sold separately
Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
HD Radio Ready: Clarion THD301 required and sold separately
iPod Ready: Standard USB-to-iPod Cable will work, however Clarion recommends the Clarion CCA748
Front-panel auxiliary input: 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.
Front USB Input

Product history:

	Clarion FZ502 (newest, current model)
	Clarion FZ501 (previous model, replaced by Clarion FZ502)

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Specifications & Details

In-Dash Receiver Specifications

Receiver Size

Single DIN

Wireless Remote

Yes

Peak Power Output

50 watts x 4 channel

RMS Power Output

18 watts x 4 channel

Preamp RCA Outputs

2 Sets (4-Channel)

Dedicated Subwoofer Preamp RCA Output

Yes

Preamp Voltage

2 volts

Built-In Equalizer

BeatEQ with Preset patterns

Display Type

OEL Motion Display (Organic Electroluminescent)

Expandability Features

Inputs

Auxiliary (Front)

Steering Wheel Control Compatible

Yes (Accessory required and sold separately)

PAC SWI-JACKv1: Clarion specific, Manual programming interface
Axxess ASWC: Universal, Automatic programming interface

Tuner

AM/FM Tuner

Yes

FM Presets

AM Presets

Warranty and Return Policy

Parts Warranty Duration

1 year

Labor Warranty Duration

1 year

Warranty Provider

Sonic Electronix

Customer Ratings & Reviews

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5 star		25%
4 star		50%
3 star		13%
2 star		13%
1 star		0%

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Durability		4
Value		4.3
Features		3.9
Design		4.2
Usability		3.2

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NO!

I wouldn't recommend this stereo to anyone who likes user friendly interfaces. So... I wouldn't really recommend this stereo to anyone. While cosmetically the design is pretty cool, it's actually a hassle. The dial is ultra-sensitive, and not labeled well. Built-in Bluetooth is a plus, but the screen is so small that the process of tethering is too much of a pain. The switchable Rear-Subwoofer pre-out is awful, and I wouldn't have bought this if I'd known. Guess I'll have to read more carefully.

Really, if you want anything other than a very simple, hard to use, cool looking head unit, buy something else!

By Jacob on January 13, 2012

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Nice unit

Overall I like this unit. Connects great with my phone for bluetooth. Only issues is the remote is not all that great. I find myself pressing harder than i should to get it to work. Sometimes it feels like i might break it. But the head unit itself is great.

By adam on June 20, 2012

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almost perfect

The controls are easy to use and everything works as it should. My only personal complaint is that it does not have a way to display time as default, you must select the clock using the remote and if you even change the volume it will not be displayed again. Other than that, its price is great and you can just stick a flash drive in it and go! Perfect for older cars that need an upgrade but you dont want to break the bank.

By Brian on June 19, 2012

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Very good product

I purchased this radio 6 months ago. Great product as far as sound quality and operation. 2 issues however. I do not like that if the radio setting for continuos Play is ON, the radio will automatically start playing last Bluetooth enabled device audio. If feature is turned of, you have to re-connect via Bluetooth from iPhone settings. Just a little annoying. Also, phone call quality isn't great. Callers complain of echoing and sound like in a tunnel and sounds far away

By George on June 1, 2012

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Clarion FZ501

pros
1.this deck is very good in terms of sound quality when you adjust its customized 3 band parametric equalizer.
2. easy to install
3. has all the features mentioned on the box

cons
1. the single knob navigation takes getting used to.
2. if you disconnect your car battery all the presets (radio,equalizer) are gone.
3. defaults to a screen saver

By rabindranath ramsaroop on March 22, 2012

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Carefully Consider

This is a high-quality head unit that is difficult to operate while driving (using the remote is better) and very difficult to configure. Large text on a small screen requires the use of non-standard contractions for almost everything; the manual does a poor job of explaining anything. The single control knob does something different for a tap in each direction; a long-press in each direction, and does not maintain consistency in the controls across the different functions.

However, if you're willing to put up with all of that, the sound quality is excellent and if, like me, you primarily wanted a good auto-connecting Bluetooth head unit, this one works quite well.

By Xinem on March 16, 2012

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Excellent fot the price

The only quibble I have is that the knob sticks in cold weather. Can't use Android phone as USB drive. Otherwise, incredible value and great product.

By Olivier on March 28, 2012

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BAD A**!!!!!

I've owned 2 clarion decks in the past and this one is awsome. The bluetooth works great even though the mic is built in. Easy to connect to my iphone/ipod.

By Pedro on January 15, 2012

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