Clarion XMD3 issue

[SilentSeven]

For some reason, my OG 2004 model year Clarion XMD3 head unit suddenly lost the rear channels. Has worked great for years. Swapped the amp outputs (running RCA outs to a 4 channel amp) and the problem follows the head unit outs so 99% sure it's the Clarion.

Anyone have any suggestions anything I might do to restore the channel? I looked for external channel level fusing and didn't see any. My planned workaround at the moment is a use a 1 into 2 RCA splitter cable to drive my four channel amp. I will loose my fader but it's a better solution than having to replace the entire head unit.

I'd prefer to not have to replace the head unit with a new model one as 1 / I like the dash control and 2 / I have the legacy oval dash control panel which won't work with any of the new circular dash remotes.

Or...if you're sitting on an old working head unit, I could be a buyer.

[fsts2k]

No idea how to fix it but I was able to find used XMD3s on eBay and marketplace pretty often when they needed repair.

[SilentSeven]

Right. They are definitely for sale. Prefer to fix what I got vs buying something unknown. But that may be the plan....

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[SilentSeven]

....and found what looks like a decent one on eBay for an ok price. Ordered.... fingers crossed it will power up and work as expected.

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[zigs]

Seen this too late. I have one sitting in my garage as I swapped out for a Bluetooth unit a few years ago. I will let you have it just pay shipping if this one doesn't work. Only reason I kept it laying around is for someone looking for a stock head unit. Mine was in a 04 196.

[SilentSeven]

Hi Zigs...thanks - really appreciate that offer! This one should be here in about a week and then we'll know. I'll post a report here.

[SilentSeven]

Got the new unit to try. Now just need to get down the the marina and swap it in. Maybe by this weekend...?

[SilentSeven]

zigs Thanks again for the offer but the replacement unit fixes the problem. Maybe you can save someone else and earn some internet karma.