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Clarion CCAIPOD CeNet Audio iPod Interface for 2007 and Up Source Units Marine Source Units M455A, M475, CMD4A, CMD5 Description:

CeNet Audio iPod Interface for 2007 and up Source Units, Marine Source Units M455A, M475, CMD4A, CMD5

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3969 in Car Audio or Theater
• Brand: Clarion
• Model: CCAIPOD
• Dimensions: 1.00 pounds

Features

• Clarion iPOD Adapter
• Clarion CeNet Stereos to Ipod Adapter

Customer Reviews:

Clarion CCAIPOD Interface
I purchased this to be able to connect my IPOD Nano to my Clarion CMD5 stereo. This model Clarion stereo was an upgrade to my new boat and it being “IPOD Ready”, I thought it would simplify music souces by not needing to carry a bunch of CD’s out on the water. I was really pissed when I found out I needed to spend more money to be able to use this function, but that’s another review. The CMD5 has a bunch of RCA type cables/connections hanging out its rear plus another round multi pin S-type looking connection. I figured (wrongly) that this was supposed to be the connection for the CCAIPOD which has a square connector – c’mon guys, my first car had an AM radio and I later upgraded it to 8-track! Since the CCAIPOD didn’t have any installation instructions I had to contact the seller for clarification. The actual connection is on the lower rear of the head unit, covered by a plug to cleverly disguise its location. Point being you may need to remove the head unit to access. Once connected all IPOD functions must be selected from the Clarion faceplate and it’s even more obscure to use than the IPOD, especially if it’s music originally from a burned CD. That being said, the unit functioned generally well. I really can’t speak as to fidelity since it’s being used on a boat with a lot of background noise but it certainly is handy to slip the IPOD in your pocket for all your music needs (especially since the CMD5 has such a lousy tuner) plus it keeps the IPOD charged.

Clarion Ipod interface
The Clarion CCAIPOD CENET was purchased for my boat. It has the CMD5 radio. The unit is amazing. The interface completely controls the Ipod. Every feature, even controlling playlists. It works great because the Ipod is completely out of the elements, and the radio is completely waterproof. Shipping was fast, and installation was just one plug! I couldnt be happier with this purchase…

As advertised
This adapter worked as advertised. It was easy to connect. I installed this on the marine stereo on my boat. The product could be improved by including some kind of cover for the actual ipod connector. Some water got in the glove box and the connector has already corroded some. The menus on the stereo have to be used to select and play the songs as described.