Clarion CMD6 Head Unit
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Clarion CMD6 Head Unit
Does anybody have the Clarion CMD6 installed in their boats. I am looking to upgrade my head unit from an older model as simple as possible. Any reviews or feedback? I am especially interested in the Ipod functionality.
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Does the alpine have a remote you can install up on the dash? Check out the remotes for the clarion (MW1) part number. This way tuck the head unit inside and the remote on top of the dash. The remote displays/controls ipod info etc as well as other functions.
Ooops, looked for that alpine unit but didn't realise had a M after part number, Nice marine unit and I see an Alpine remote in there marine catalogue, is that compatable with this unit ?
Ooops, looked for that alpine unit but didn't realise had a M after part number, Nice marine unit and I see an Alpine remote in there marine catalogue, is that compatable with this unit ?
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I researched this unit in the fall and talked with Clairion direct. Nice unit, but in order to go from any of the older units you have to change all your remotes as well as cables as nothing is compatible. So plan on a BIG upgrade cost. You can still buy the CMD5 online on Ebay and everything interchanges on that unit. I'll stick with this unit until it dies..I of course have the Ipod box to use with it though and I see the point of the CMD6 but man thats alot of upgrade cost for a Ipod.
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Does the alpine have a remote you can install up on the dash? Check out the remotes for the clarion (MW1) part number. This way tuck the head unit inside and the remote on top of the dash. The remote displays/controls ipod info etc as well as other functions.
Ooops, looked for that alpine unit but didn't realise had a M after part number, Nice marine unit and I see an Alpine remote in there marine catalogue, is that compatable with this unit ?
Ooops, looked for that alpine unit but didn't realise had a M after part number, Nice marine unit and I see an Alpine remote in there marine catalogue, is that compatable with this unit ?
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My current head unit is exposed in the cockpit and not protected by the cabin. I am wondering if the Alpine unit can withstand the elements of nature like the Clarions. They claim the Alpine CDA-9886M has a special marine coating (not sure if that is the same as a water-resistant face plate). Any body know more on this?
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My current head unit is exposed in the cockpit and not protected by the cabin. I am wondering if the Alpine unit can withstand the elements of nature like the Clarions. They claim the Alpine CDA-9886M has a special marine coating (not sure if that is the same as a water-resistant face plate). Any body know more on this?