[chrisjc]

HI all,

Have done a search here, but cant find info on this.

I have a 94 SAAB, and the 6 disk changer has stopped working (actually the boot got flooded, but thats a different story).

The changer is a clarion CDC9350 - and have searched through about 20 shops and wreckers here (in Hong Kong), and I cant track one down.

so...

Can I use another Clarion changer (the ones that look similar are the DCZ625 and DC625), or am I stuffed?

Thanks

 

[cdaly]

I have no idea but, what will probably make a difference is if the audio connector on the replacement changer matches that on your cabling or head-unit...

 

[Rodentmaster]

If the connector plug is the same,

then you should be able to use the new changer. The Clarion software protocol is quite flexible and can recognise units up to ten years old.


BUT, it is essential that the connections match. If they are different then the compatability will be risky.

 

[chrisjc]

Thanks guys


Well, I figured I'd take the changer out and open it up - hey it was broken anyway - fiddled with it a bit and hit it with a hammer

AND it worked!

(for a bit) - it seems the cd gets stuck every so often in when it goes from the player back into the cartridge. Going to continue hitting it with a hammer until it decides to work continuously.

BTW - when you say the connections - do you mean the plug? So if the round 13 pin plug fits, it is likely to work?

Thanks again

 

[Rodentmaster]

Yes,

13 pin DIN plug...
It should be compatable, - CLARION to CLARION. I would suggest NOT trying other brands that use the same plug. The wiring will most likely be different from brand to brand. The damage that could result would be severe.

Those units are actually manufactured by SONY but engineered to Clarion's requirements.
I've got a CD605,....the laser is getting weak and needs replacing. I had a spare KSS320A optical block that I bought for the head unit. Went to put it in the changer and discovered the changer uses a KSS314B..:x (Any optical block starting with 'KSSxxx is a SONY derived item.)

Rang my contact at SONY and was told,"NO, get it from Clarion!"

Rang Clarion......$300???????????:evil:

I'll just have to bump up the laser emission, ....again!


Keep Hammering

 

[cdaly]

hit it with a hammer
the cd gets stuck every so often in when it goes from the player back into the cartridge.

With a mechanical problem like this, it's probably worthwhile opening it up and cleaning everything with isopropyl alcohol. Look for wear marks too. Is it only one out of the 6 {10} CDs that gets stuck or is in any/all? If only one, pay attention to the cartridge and maybe swap around the carriers. If any, pay attention to the transport...

Take your time, watch out for fiddly bits and get a magnifier to work under.

 

[eggsngrits]

Wasyl at Saabradio.com has lots of refurbished units that will fit OR he can fix yours. Don't pay $300 for the darn thing, that's for sure.