General - How “water resistant” are the Marine source units?
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FAQs
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Marine
01/30/2002
How “water resistant” are the Marine source units?
For marine source units to function properly and remain water resistant, it is imperative that they are installed on a flat surface and that the rubber gasket seals perfectly against this mounting surface. These source units are not water proof when the CD loading slot or front panel is open. Water damage occured by improper installation or use is not covered under warranty.
Clarion's IPX5 and IPX6 certified marine source units have been subject to rigorous testing including their control panel being hit with 65 gallons of water for 5 minutes. The superior design of the front gasket and drainage channels helps keep water out. Sensitive components such as the PCB and microprocessor have also been conformally coated for added protection against humidity.
Serveral marine source units feature a water resitant stainless steel chassis. This chassis was designed to help further protect the internal circuitry of these radios. This is an additional level of protection against water intrusion damage, but does not make these units waterproof.
