Clarion DB189RMP - User Manual

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Scott BurnsSep 9, 2025
Why is there no sound from my Clarion DB189RMP Car Receiver with amplifiers/power antenna?
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  John AlexanderSep 9, 2025
  If you're getting no sound output from your Clarion Car Receiver when using amplifiers or a power antenna, the power antenna lead may be shorted to ground, or the amplifiers/power antenna may require excessive current. Here's how to troubleshoot: 1. Turn the unit off. 2. Remove all wires attached to the power antenna lead and check each wire for shorts to ground using an ohm meter. 3. Turn the unit back on. 4. Reconnect each amplifier remote wire to the power antenna lead one by one. If the amplifiers turn off before all wires are attached, use an external relay to provide remote-on voltage.
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jamesbakerSep 12, 2025
How to fix a Clarion DB189RMP when the sound skips?
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  Jeffrey BarnettSep 12, 2025
  If the sound from your Clarion Car Receiver skips or is noisy, the compact disc might be dirty, heavily scratched, or warped. Try cleaning the disc with a soft cloth. If that doesn't work, replace the disc with one that has no scratches.
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simmonsmichaelSep 13, 2025
Why my Clarion DB189RMP Car Receiver doesn't play MP3/WMA files?
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  Joseph DuranSep 13, 2025
  If your Clarion Car Receiver isn't playing sound from a disc, it could be due to a few reasons related to the MP3/WMA files. First, ensure the MP3/WMA files are properly written onto the disc. Second, confirm that the files are correctly encoded as MP3/WMA files. Finally, check that you're using the correct file system: ISO9660 level 1, 2, JOLIET, or Romeo.
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Raymond FletcherSep 15, 2025
Why does my Clarion DB189RMP Car Receiver sound bad when first turned on?
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  Cathy LandrySep 15, 2025
  If your Clarion Car Receiver sounds bad immediately after being turned on, water droplets may have formed on the internal lens due to humidity. Let it dry for about 1 hour with the power on.
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Jeffery WilsonSep 17, 2025
Why does my Clarion DB189RMP show the wrong filename?
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  Janet ButlerSep 18, 2025
  If your Clarion Car Receiver is displaying the wrong filename, the file system is likely incorrect. Make sure to use ISO9660 level 1, 2, JOLIET, or Romeo file system.

Clarion DB189RMP Specifications

General

Type	Car Receiver
Model	DB189RMP
Brand	Clarion
Power Output	50W x 4
RMS Power	22W x 4
Peak Output	50W x 4
Bluetooth	Yes
USB Port	1
Radio Tuner	AM/FM
Display	LCD
DIN Size	Single DIN
Detachable Face	Yes
HD Radio	No
SIRIUS or XM	No
AUX Input	Yes
USB Input	Yes
Memory Card Slot	No
Inputs	AUX, USB
Display Type	LCD
Equalizer	Yes
Supported Media	MP3/WMA

Summary

1. FEATURES

2. PRECAUTIONS

Handling Compact Discs

Guidance on proper handling, storage, and cleaning of compact discs for optimal performance.

3. CONTROLS

Names of the Buttons and Their Functions

Detailed explanation of each button and its function on the car stereo unit.

Display Items

Explanation of various indicators and symbols displayed on the unit's screen.

Display Screen

Information on how the display screen behaves in extreme cold conditions.

4. DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL)

Removing and Attaching the DCP

Instructions on how to safely detach and reattach the control panel, including storage advice.

5. OPERATIONS

Basic Operations

Covers fundamental operations like turning the unit on/off, adjusting volume, and switching modes.

Sound Adjustment

Guide to adjusting sound settings like EQ, bass, treble, and balance for personalized audio.

Setting the Z-Enhancer Plus

Details on configuring the Z-Enhancer Plus feature with various sound tone effects.

Adjusting the treble

Instructions for adjusting the treble frequency and gain.

Adjusting the balance

Guidance on adjusting the audio balance between left and right speakers.

Adjusting the fader

Instructions on adjusting the audio balance between front and rear speakers.

Setting the MAGNA BASS EXTEND

Explanation of how to activate and control the MAGNA BASS EXTEND for enhanced bass.

CT (Clock Time) function

Details on how the unit receives and displays clock time data from RDS stations.

Radio Operations

Steps to select radio mode, band, and tune into desired stations.

RDS Operations

Introduction to RDS features like station name display, AF switching, and traffic announcements.

CD;MP3;WMA Operations

Instructions for playing CDs, MP3, and WMA files, including format precautions.

Operations Common to Each Mode

How to change general settings like screen saver, title scroll, and dimmer control.

6. TROUBLESHOOTING

Power does not turn on

Troubleshooting steps for when the unit does not power on, including fuse and wiring checks.

No sound output

Steps to resolve no sound output when amplifiers or power antenna are attached.

Nothing happens when buttons are pressed

Procedure for unresponsive buttons, involving power cycling and using the reset button.

Display is not accurate

Troubleshooting for inaccurate display, involving connector cleaning and reset button use.

No sound heard

Steps to resolve no sound, including speaker protection circuit and file checks.

Sound skips or is noisy

Troubleshooting for sound skipping or noise, involving disc condition and file encoding.

Sound is cut or skipped

Steps to resolve sound cutting or skipping, particularly with MP3/WMA files.

Sound is bad directly after power is turned on

Guidance for bad sound immediately after power-on, related to internal lens condensation.

Wrong filename

Troubleshooting for wrong filenames, relating to file system correctness.

7. ERROR DISPLAYS

ERROR 2: CD caught inside deck

Troubleshooting for ERROR 2, indicating a CD is caught and cannot be ejected.

ERROR 3: CD cannot be played

Troubleshooting for ERROR 3, where a CD cannot be played due to scratches or warping.

ERROR 6: CD loaded upside-down

Troubleshooting for ERROR 6, where a CD is loaded incorrectly.

8. SPECIFICATIONS

Radio section

Technical specifications for the radio tuner, including tuning system and receiving frequencies.

CD player section

Technical specifications for the CD player, covering system, frequency response, and audio quality.

General

General specifications including output power, voltage, consumption, impedance, weight, and dimensions.

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Questions and Answers:

Clarion DB189RMP Specifications

Summary

1. FEATURES

2. PRECAUTIONS

Handling Compact Discs

3. CONTROLS

Names of the Buttons and Their Functions

Display Items

Display Screen

4. DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL)

Removing and Attaching the DCP

5. OPERATIONS

Basic Operations

Sound Adjustment

Setting the Z-Enhancer Plus

Adjusting the treble

Adjusting the balance

Adjusting the fader

Setting the MAGNA BASS EXTEND

CT (Clock Time) function

Radio Operations

RDS Operations

CD;MP3;WMA Operations

Operations Common to Each Mode

6. TROUBLESHOOTING

Power does not turn on

No sound output

Nothing happens when buttons are pressed

Display is not accurate

No sound heard

Sound skips or is noisy

Sound is cut or skipped

Sound is bad directly after power is turned on

Wrong filename

7. ERROR DISPLAYS

ERROR 2: CD caught inside deck

ERROR 3: CD cannot be played

ERROR 6: CD loaded upside-down

8. SPECIFICATIONS

Radio section

CD player section

General

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