Panasonic C7401U, C8301U, C7301U, CQ-C8401U User Manual

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WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver with Full Dot Matrix Display

Récepteur/lecteur CD avec afficheur matriciel et lecture WMA/MP3

Reproductor de CD, WMA y MP3/receptor con pantalla de matriz de puntos completa

CQ-C8401U/C8301U

C7401U/C7301U

Operating Instructions

Manuel d’instructions

Manual de Instrucciones

Operating Instructions

Manuel d’instructions

Manual de Instrucciones

SRC

CQ-C8401U

(CQ-C8401U)

¡Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before using this product

and keep this manual for future reference.

¡Prière de lire attentivement ces instructions (y compris la “Garantie limitée” et le “Répertoire des services à la clientèle”) avant

d’utiliser ce produit et conserver ce mode d’emploi pour s’y référer ultérieurement.

¡Lea con atención estas instrucciones antes de utilizar el producto y guarde este manual para poderlo consultar en el futuro.

YEFM285591A ND1104-1124 Printed in China

Imprimé en Chine
Impreso en China

Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric
Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com

Panasonic Sales Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric
of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
http://www.panasonic.com

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive,
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
http://www.panasonic.ca

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TEXT

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English

Safety Information

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Safety Information

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Warning

Observe the following warnings when using
this unit.

❑

The driver should neither watch the display nor
operate the system while driving.

Watching the display or operating the system will distract
the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can cause
accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use
the parking brake before watching the display or operating
the system.

❑

Use the proper power supply.

This product is designed for operation with a negative
grounded 12 V DC battery system. Never operate this prod­uct with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery
system.

❑

Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of
infants.

Batteries and insulation film can be ingested, so keep them
out of the reach of infants. If an infant ingests a battery or
insulation film, please seek immediate medical attention.

❑

Protect the Deck Mechanism.

Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.

❑

Do not disassemble or modify the unit.

Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair the
product yourself. If the product needs to be repaired, con­sult your dealer or an authorized Panasonic Servicenter.

❑

Do not use the unit when it is out of order.

If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in an
abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to
water, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and
consult your dealer.

❑

The remote control unit should not lie about in the
car.

If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the floor
while driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, and lead to
a traffic accident.

❑

Refer fuse replacement to qualified service person­nel.

When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it
replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified
service engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead
to smoke, fire, and damage to the product.

Observe the following warnings when
installing.

❑

Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery
terminal before installation.

Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminal
connected may cause electrical shock and injury due to a
short circuit.
Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system have
specific procedures of battery terminal disconnection.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO THE
UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY
SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

❑

Never use safety-related components for installa­tion, grounding, and other such functions.

Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank,
brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for
wiring or fixing the product or its accessories.

❑

Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a
location where it interferes with airbag operation is
prohibited.

❑

Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and
other items before installing the product.

If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach or
wire the product, first check where the wire harness, gaso­line tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open the hole
from outside if possible.

❑

Never install the product in a location where it inter­feres with your field of vision.

❑

Never have the power cord branched to supply other
equipment with power.

❑

After installation and wiring, you should check the
normal operation of other electrical equipment.

The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions may
cause fire, electrical shock or a traffic accident.

❑

In the case of installation to an airbag-equipping
car, confirm warnings and cautions of the vehicle
manufacturer before installation.

❑

Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or
getting in and out of the vehicle.

❑

Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuit­ing.

Caution

Observe the following cautions when using this
unit.

❑

Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.

Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and
traffic conditions while driving.

❑

Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be
caught in the unit.

To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in
moving parts or in the disc slot. Especially watch out for
infants.

❑

This unit is designed for use exclusively in automo­biles.

❑

Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with
the engine turned off.

Operating the audio system for a long period of time with the
engine turned off will drain the battery.

❑

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or exces­sive heat.

Otherwise these will raise the interior temperature of the
unit, and it may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the
unit.

❑

Do not use the product where it is exposed to water,
moisture, or dust.

Exposure of the unit to water, moisture, or dust may lead to
smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit. Make especially
sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy
days.

Observe the following cautions when
installing.

❑

Refer wiring and installation to qualified service
personnel.

Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience.
For maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer.
Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from your
own installation of the unit.

❑

Follow the instructions to install and wire the prod­uct.

Not following the instructions to properly install and wire the
product could cause an accident or fire.

❑

Take care not to damage the leads.

When wiring, take care not to damage the leads. Prevent
them from getting caught in the vehicle chassis, screws, and
moving parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull, bend or
twist the leads. Do not run them near heat sources or place
heavy objects on them. If leads must be run over sharp
metal edges, protect the leads by winding them with vinyl
tape or similar protection.

❑

Use the designated parts and tools for installation.

Use the supplied or designated parts and appropriate tools
to install the product. The use of parts other than those sup­plied or designated may result in internal damage to the unit.
Faulty installation may lead to an accident, a malfunction or
fire.

❑

Do not block the air vent or the cooling plate of the
unit.

Blocking these parts will cause the interior of the unit to
overheat and will result in fire or other damage.

❑

Do not install the product where it is exposed to
strong vibrations or is unstable.

Avoid slanted or strongly curved surfaces for installation. If
the installation is not stable, the unit may fall down while
driving and this can lead to an accident or injury.

❑

Installation Angle

The product should be installed in a horizontal position with
the front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than
30˚.
The user should bear in mind that in some areas there may
be restrictions on how and where this unit must be installed.
Consult your dealer for further details.

❑

Wear gloves for safety. Make sure that wiring is
completed before installation.

❑

To prevent damage to the unit, do not connect the
power connector until the whole wiring is complet­ed.

❑

Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of
speaker leads. (except for connecting to a tweeter)

Observe the following cautions when handling
the battery for the remote control unit.

●

Use only specified battery (CR2025).

●

Match the polarity of the battery with the (+) and (–) marks
in the battery case.

●

Replace dead battery as soon as possible.

●

Remove the battery from the remote control unit when not
using it for an extended period of time.

●

Insulate the battery (by placing them in a plastic bag or cov­ering them with vinyl tape) before disposal or storage.

●

Dispose of the battery according to the local regulations.

●

Do not disassemble, recharge, heat or short the battery. Do
not throw a battery into a fire or water.

In case of battery leakage

●

Thoroughly wipe the battery liquid off the battery case and
insert new battery.

●

If any part of your body or clothing comes into contact with
battery liquid, wash it with plenty of water.

●

If battery liquid comes into contact with your eyes, wash
them with plenty of water and get immediate medical atten­tion.

This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres­ence of important operating instructions and
installation instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in severe injury or death.

■

Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other com­ponents of your car audio system carefully before using the
system. They contain instructions about how to use the sys­tem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no
responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to
observe the instructions given in this manual.

■

This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the
product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting
from improper connections and operations. The meanings of
the pictographs are explained below. It is important that you
fully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to
use this manual and the system properly.

Warning

This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres­ence of important operating instructions and
installation instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in injury or material dam­age.

Caution

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Before Reading These Instructions

English

Safety Information, Before Reading These Instructions

CQ-C8401U/C8301U/C7401U/C7301U

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Safety Information (continued)

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Caution

THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS ILASER PRODUCT.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR BY YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

The following applies only in the U.S.A.

Part 15 of the FCC Rules

FCC Warning:

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment would void the user's authority to operate
this device.

Accessories

SRC

BAND

MUTE

VOL

Remote Control Unit

(including a battery)
(CR2025)

Operating
Instructions

(YEFM285591)

Installation
Instructions

(YEFM293907)

Owners
Information Card

Removable Face
Plate Case

Mounting Collar

Trim PlatePower Connector

Instruction kit

Q'ty: 1 set

(YEFA131646)

Q'ty: 1

(EUR7641010)

Q'ty: 1

(YEFX0217222)

Q'ty: 1

(YEFC05654)

Q'ty: 1

(YEAJ02871)

Q'ty: 1

Lock Cancel Plate Mounting Bolt Tapping Screw

(5 mmø x 16 mm)

Notes:

¡ The number in parenthesis underneath each accessory part name is the part number

for maintenance and service.

¡ Accessories and their parts numbers are subject to modification without prior notice

due to improvements.

¡ Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are mounted on the main unit at shipment.

Hex. Nut

(5 mmø)

(YEP0FZ5701)

Q'ty: 1 set

Rear Support Strap

(YEFG04019)

Q'ty: 1

This operating instruction manual is for 4 models CQ-C8401U, CQ-C8301U CQ-C7401U and CQ-C7301U.
The difference among these models’ are mentioned below.
All screens and main body illustrations in this book represent CQ-C8401U unless otherwise specified.

Panasonic welcomes you to our constantly growing family of electronic products owners.
We endeavor to give you the advantages of precise electronic and mechanical engineering, manufactured with carefully
selected components, and assembled by people who are proud of the reputation their work has built for our company. We
know this product will bring you many hours of enjoyment, and after you discover the quality, value and reliability we have
built into it, you too will be proud to be a member of our family.

NoNoYesYesCH/AUX2-IN Cord *1

NoNoYesYesAUX1-IN Cord *2

YesYesNoNoCH/AUX-IN Cord *1

2.5 V5 V5 V5 VPreout

2.5 V

5 V5 V5 VSubwoofer-output

50 W50 W50 W60 WMaximum Power Output

CQ-C7301UCQ-C7401UCQ-C8301UCQ-C8401U

Models

Features

*1 You can connect only one of a changer, an XM receiver and other commercially available portable audio

equipment.

*2 You can connect commercially available portable audio equipment and the like.

Before Reading These Instructions

Differences Among 4 Models

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OO-OOOOO

POWER
SOURCE

MENU

SEL

SEL

SRC

SRC

VOL

VOL

SET

BAND

MUTE

BAND MUTE

2 31

231

RANDOM

SCAN REPEAT

5

64

5

64

97

97

8

8

TUNE TUNE

0

0

DISP

DISP

#

#

NUMBER

CAR AUDIO

7

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Before Reading These Instructions

CQ-C8401U/C8301U/C7401U/C7301U

U.S.A.

PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,
DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,
DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC.
Ave. 65 de infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

PANASONIC AUTO PRODUCTS
LIMITED WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE

If your product does not work properly because of defects in materi­als and workmanship.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales
Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the
length of the period indicated in the chart below, which starts with
the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either
(a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace
it with a new or refurbished product. The decision to repair or
replace will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period, there will be no charge for
labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for

parts. You must carry in or mail in your product during the warranty
period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not war­ranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serv­iced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended
only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold
“as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase
date is required for warranty service.

CARRY-IN OR MAIL-IN SERVICE

For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States, call 1-800-211­PANA (7262) or visit
Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
For assistance in Puerto Rico, call Panasonic Sales Company (787)­750-4300 or fax [phone].

LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials and
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cos­metic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages
which occurred during shipment, failures which are caused by prod­ucts not supplied by the warrantor, failures which result from acci­dent, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alter­ation, faulty installation, set-up adjustment, maladjustment of con­sumer control, improper maintenance, improper antenna, inadequate
signal reception or pickup, power line surge, improper voltage sup­ply, lightning, modification, commercial use (such as use in hotels,
offices, restaurants, or other business uses) or rental use of the
product, or service by anyone other than the technician from Factory
Servicenter or other authorized service centers, or damage that is
attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED
UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS
NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT
OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes

damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install
an installed unit if applicable, travel to and from the sevicer, and loss
of media, data or other memory contents. The items listed are not
exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED

WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILI­TY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied war­ranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this
product develops during or after the warranty period, you may con­tact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your
satisfaction, then write to warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department
at the addresses of the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer’s Record
Model

No.
Serial

No.
Dealer’s

No.
Code

No.
Dealer’s

Address
Date of

Purchase

CANADA

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect
for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

CAR AUDIO PRODUCT – ONE (1) YEAR, PARTS AND LABOUR

(The labour to install or remove the product is not warranted)

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada
or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to
usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused,
damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in
any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance,
nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell
batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A
purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is
required before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PAR­TICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of
implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not
be applicable.

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably
in the original carton.
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of the date of original
purchase.

Categories Parts Labor

Audio Components (except items listed
below)

One (1) Year One (1) Year

MXE Series Audio Components (except
items listed below)

Two (2) Years Two (2) Years

Speakers One (1) Year Not Applicable

Accessories (in exchange for defective
items)

Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable

Limited Warranty

Before Reading These Instructions

Customer Services Directory

U.S.A.

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance;
locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase
Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/support

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7
pm, EST.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877­833-8855

Accessory Purchases:

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books
online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web
Site at:

http://www.pasc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

[e-mail]

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday-Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Services Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American
Express, and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866­605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico

Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Panasonic Sales Company
Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial
Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone [phone], Fax [phone]

CANADA

WARRANTY SERVICE

For product operation and information assistance,
please contact your Dealer or our Customer Care Centre
at:
Telephone #: [phone] Fax #: [phone]
Web: www.panasonic.ca
For product repairs, please contact one of the following:
･Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized

Servicentre nearest you.

･Our Customer Care Centre at [phone] or

www.panasonic.ca

･A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:

Lachine, Quebec
Panasonic Canada Inc.

3075, rue Louis A. Amos
Lachine, QC H8T 1C4
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Mississauga, Ontario
Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Dr.
Mississauga, ON L4W 2T3
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Calgary, Alberta
Panasonic Canada Inc.

6835-8

th

St. N. E. Calgary,
AB T2E 7H7
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Richmond, British
Columbia
Panasonic Canada Inc.

12111 Riverside Way
Richmond, BC V6W 1K8
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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Sub-Woofer

(Option)

CQ-C8401U/C8301U
CQ-C7401U/C7301U
Head unit

Stereo/Mono
Power Amplifier (Option)

XM Receiver

XMD1000: manufactured by XM
Satellite Radio

(Option)

Delightful sound space thanks to system buildup

Features

CQ-C8401U/C8301U/C7401U/C7301U

WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver with Full Dot Matrix Display

Fully Motorized Front Panel

A touch is all it takes to slide the front panel down for access to
the disc slot. A three-stage tilt function permits viewing angle
to be adjusted to 15, 25 or 35 degrees for optimum display
visibility.

Sound Control

SQ (Sound Quality)

You have six preset modes (FLAT, ROCK, POP, VOCAL, JAZZ,
CLUB). You can customize your settings for these (except
FLAT) and save them for instant recall.

SQ7 (7-Band Sound Quality)
The level is adjustable in each of seven bands. This lets you

fine tune sound quality for each genre to suit car-interior
acoustics and your personal preferences.

Full lineup of optional parts

An optional XM tuner allows you to receive the XM radio
service. A DVD changer instead of an XM tuner is also
connectable.

¡ Toll free number

XM Tuner P/N: XMD1000
Call 1-800-XM-RADIO(96-72346)
Extension cord P/N: XMDPAN100
Call 1-800-942-TERK(8375)

The XM name and related logos are trademarks of XM Satellite
Radio Inc.

Notes:

¡A changer and an XM receiver are not connectable at the

same time.

¡ To connect the XM receiver (

XMD1000

), it is required to use

an optional extension cord (

XMDPAN100

) that is produced by

XM exclusively for Panasonic products.

Customize

Initially stored moving images and still images are editable to
taste. IMAGE STUDIO* allows you to process images from a
digital camera or other devices without difficulty. ( a page 37)

* This software is downloadable from Panasonic Web site

(http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/customize/index.html

)

.

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Contents

¡Safety Information 2
¡Before Reading These Instruction 4
¡Features 8
¡Controls Layout 10
¡Preparation 12
¡General 14

¡Radio 20
¡CD Player 22
¡MP3/WMA Player 24
¡XM Tuner 28
¡Disc Changer 30

¡Audio Setting 34
¡Function Setting 35
¡Display Setting 36
¡Customize the Display 37
¡Troubleshooting 39
¡Error Display Messages 42
¡Notes on Discs 44
¡Maintenance 44
¡Specifications 45

English

Français 46
Español 90

CommonEach SourceAs Needed

DVD Changer

CX-DH801U
(Option)

Headrest Monitor: CY-V7100U (Option)

*You can connect only one of a changer, an XM receiver

and other commercially available portable audio
equipment.

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English

y

/5Pause/Play
BAND
SET
APM

Auto Preset

Memory

BAND

1110

Controls Layout

Note: This instruction manual explains operations for use with the buttons on the main unit. (Different operations excluded)

CQ-C8401U/C8301U/C7401U/C7301U

SRC

CQ-C8401U

One-touch operation is available for selecting a track
playing style by use of [4] (RANDOM), [5] (SCAN), or
[6] (REPEAT). (For a Folder/Disc playing style, hold
down the same button for 2 sec. or more.)

Direct Access

A channel (XM mode), a track (CD mode), a disc (Disc
changer), a file and a folder (MP3/WMA mode) can be
directly selected.

Example: Track number 5

1

Press [#] (NUMBER).

2

Press [5].

3

Press [BAND] (SET).

SRC Source
PWR Power

SQ Sound Quality MENU

DIM Dimmer

VOLUME
PUSH SEL Select

DISP

Display

TUNE
TRACK (FILE)

Release

TILT
OPEN (eject)

Controls Layout

Main Unit

Remote Control UnitFunctions Only by Remote Control Unit

Disc slot

P·SET Preset
DISC (FOLDER

)

MUTE
SBC·SW Super Bass

Control·Subwoofer

D·M Direct Memory

When Face Plate

Opens

SEL

SRC

BAND

MUTE

VOL

POWER
SRC (SOURCE)

MUTE
SBC·SW Super Bass

Control·Subwoofer

BAND

Pause/Play

SET
APM

Auto Preset

Memory

SEL Select
MENU

VOL Volume

}:Up
{:Down

DISP Display

0

T

R

Number Buttons

–

Number

RANDOM

SCAN

REPEAT

TUNE
TRACK (FILE)

P·SET

(Preset)

DISC (FOLDER)

DISP

MENU

SEL

SRC

9

#

NUMBE

BANDBAND

BANDBAND

RANDOM

4

SCAN

5

REPEA

6

7

9

POWER

SOURCE

SRC

SET

BAND

POWER

SOURCE

MENU

SEL

SEL

SRC

SRC

SET

BAND MUTE

BAND

MUTE

2 31

231

RANDOM

SCAN REPEAT

5

5

8

8

TUNE TUNE

0

0

#

#

NUMBER

VOL

VOL

64

64

97

97

DISP

DISP

VOL

MUTE

8

0

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Note: Adjust the clock when “ADJUST” appears on the
display.

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu
display.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

2

Press []] or [[] to display the
DISPLAY menu.

3

Press [{] to select “CLOCK ADJ”.

4

Press [BAND] (SET) to confirm the
display.

5

Adjust the setting value.

[[]

:

Adjusting minutes

[]]

:

Adjusting hours

[}]

:

Forward

[{]

:

Backward

6

Press [BAND] (SET) to confirm the
adjustment.

7

Press [MENU].

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

The demonstration message appears for first use.

1

Set your car's ignition switch to the ACC
or On position.

The demonstration screen appears.

2

Press [DISP] (Display).

The demonstration screen is cancelled, and no more
appears.

3

Press [SRC] (PWR: Power).

Note: If you would like to turn on the power and make
the demonstration message appear, hold down [SRC]

(PWR: Power) for 4 sec. or more after turning off the
power in other than the XM mode.

You may need to set the following depending on the
devices to be connected.

Using Subwoofer

¡ Subwoofer level adjustment (a page 34)
¡ Subwoofer low pass filter (a page 34)

Connecting XM tuner

¡ Connect the optional XM receiver (

XMD1000

).

¡ To connect the XM receiver (

XMD1000

), it is required

to use an optional extension cord (

XMDPAN100

) that is

produced by XM exclusively for Panasonic products.

Getting Started

It is required to sign up to become an XM Satellite Radio
subscriber. After checking your XM Satellite Radio ID,
sign up on the XM’s website or by calling them.

1

Check of XM Satellite Radio ID

¡ Write down the ID indicated on the lower right of your

XM receiver (XMD1000).

¡ Radio ID also can be found by turning your XM Radio

to channel 0. (a page 28.)

2

Activate the XM Satellite Radio

Select either of the below to sign up.

¡ Web site: http://www.xmradio.com/activation
¡ Phone number: 1-800-XM-RADIO (1-800-967-2436)

Note: Refer to the operating instructions for the XM
receiver for details.

The following functions are activated when the Security
Function is ON. (a page 35)

¡ The security indicator lights up when removing the

face plate.

¡ The alarm sounds and the message appears on the

screen to warn you to remove the face plate at ACC
off.

Security Indicator

Preparation

First Time Power On

(DEMONSTRATION)

Remote Control Preparation

Security Function

Setting

Other SettingsClock adjustment

Warning

Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of
infants. If an infant ingests a battery, please seek
immediate medical attention.

Cautions

¡Remove and dispose of an old battery immediately.
¡Do not disassemble, heat or short a battery. Do not

throw a battery into a fire or water.

¡Follow local regulations when disposing of a battery.
¡Improper use of a battery may cause overheating, an

explosion or ignition, resulting in injury or a fire.

Note: Battery Information:

Battery Type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025)

(Included in the remote control)

Battery Life: Approximately 6 months under normal use

(at room temperature)

Preparation Before Initial Use

Pull the insulation film out
from the backside of
remote control gently.

Battery Replacement

q

w

q Remove the battery holder

with the remote control unit
placed on a flat surface.
q Stick your thumbnail into

the groove, and push the
holder in the direction of
the arrow, and at the
same time.

w Pull it out in the direction

of the arrow using a
tough pointed object.

2

3

w Put a battery in the case

with (+) side facing up.

e Put the case back.

Tough pointed object

Back side

Insulation film

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Power on

Press [SRC] (PWR: Power).

Note: The opening screen appears. You can overwrite

opening screen (moving image) with new one. (a page

37)

Power off

Hold down [SRC] (PWR) until you hear a
beep, then release it.

Note: The ending screen appears. You can change the
ending screen (moving image). (a page 37)

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You can remove the face
plate to prevent it from
being stolen.

Removing

1

Turn off the power (a page 14)

2

Press []
(Release).

(The face plate disen­gages with a click
when it is removed.)

The face plate automatically closes after a lapse of 5
seconds while it is open.

The power is automatically turned off while the unit
is active.

3

Put the face
plate in the case.

Mounting

1

Slide the left side of the face plate in
place.

2

Press the right end of the face plate
until “click” is heard.

Cautions:

¡ It is recommended to remove or mount the face

plate when the plate is at the closed position.
Do not remove or mount the face plate when the
plate is in motion.

¡ This face plate is not waterproof. Do not expose it to

water or excessive moisture.

¡ Do not remove the face plate while driving your car.

¡ Do not place the face plate on the dashboard or

nearby areas where the temperature rises to high
levels.

¡ Do not touch the contacts on the face plate or on the

main unit, since this may result in poor electrical
contacts.

¡ If dirt or other foreign substances get on the con-

tacts, wipe them off with clean and dry cloth.

¡ To avoid damaging the face plate, do not push it

down or place objects on it while it is open.

Open/Eject

Press [] (OPEN).

When a disc is already loaded, the disc will automatically
be ejected.

Close

Press [] (OPEN).

Tilt

The display angle changes among 4 levels as follows
every time you hold down [] (TILT) for 1 sec. or
more and release.

Note: The last selected
angle is memorized even
after turning off the power.

Notes:

¡ The volume level can be set independently for each

source. (For radio, one volume setting for AM, one
volume setting for all FMs)

¡ The volume is not adjustable while an error display is

on the monitor. (a page 42)

q Up
w Down

Setting Range: 0 to 40
Default: 18

Volume off (down)

Press [] (MUTE).

Cancel

Press [] (MUTE) again.

Note:

Volume-down range can be specified. (apage

35)

General

Power On/off

(PWR: Power)

Face Plate Motion (Open/Close, Tilt)

(OPEN/CLOSE, TILT)

Volume Adjustment

(VOLUME)

Temporary Volume Off (Down)

MUTE (ATT: Attenuation)

Cautions:

¡ To avoid damaging the face plate, do not push it

down or place objects on it while it is open.

¡ Do not pinch your finger or hand in the face plate.
¡ Do not insert foreign objects into the disc slots.
¡ For the following cases, the face plate automatical-

ly closes. Use caution not to catch your finger.

¡ After a lapse of 20 seconds
¡ When a disc is inserted
¡ When the face plate is removed (a page 14)

Face Plate Removing/Mounting

(Anti-Theft System)

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TILT 2
TILT 3

TILT OFF

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Substitutional Subwoofer

(SBC-SW: Super Bass Control·Subwoofer)

The rear speaker can be used as a substitutional
subwoofer when a subwoofer is not connected.

Holding down [] (SBC·SW) for 2 sec. or
more toggles SBC-SW on and off.

Radio

FM1, FM2, FM3, AM (a page 20)

Source Selection

(SOURCE)

The source changes as follows every time [SRC]
(Source) is pressed.

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When loading CD (a page 22)

When loading MP3/WMA disc (a page 24)

Auxiliary (AUX1)

Only for CQ-C8401U/C8301U

When connecting a device that is not controlled by this
unit

Auxiliary (AUX or AUX 2)

When connecting CD Changer, DVD Changer
(a page 30, 32)

When connecting XM Tuner (a page 28)

When connecting a device that is not
controlled by this unit.

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Note: Please connect a CD changer or a DVD changer
to CH/AUX2 (CQ-C8401U/C8301U), CH/AUX (CQ­C7401U/C7301U). (a Installation Instructions)

Lights when activated.

Off (default)

On

Note: If ON is selected, the settings of subwoofer level
adjustment and subwoofer low pass filter are activated.
(a page 34)

The display changes as follows every time [DISP] is
pressed.

Note: The graphic pattern and still image are selectable. (a
page 36)

At power-off:

Clock display (Default)

The dimmer level changes as follows every time you hold
down [MENU] (DIM:Dimmer) for 2 sec. or more.

Brighter (Default)

Medium

Mode

Folder hierarchy (for CQ-C8401U/C8301U, MP3/WMA
mode only.)

Ordinary display + graphic pattern

Ordinary display + still image

Ordinary display + clock

Display OFF
All displays disappear in 5 seconds.

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Off

Only graphic pattern

Only still image

Display Change

(DISP: Display)

Dimmer Control

(DIM: Dimmer)

Note: This setting is not adjustable with the remote
control.

Note: The graphic equalizer of 19 bands is
selectable when selecting a still image.

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The sound type each of which is adjusted with 7 bands
changes every time you press [SQ].

1. FLAT

(default)

2. ROCK

3. POP

Lights when activated.

SQ Selection Based on Genre

(SQ: Sound Quality)

4. VOCAL

5. JAZZ

6. CLUB

Notes:

¡ Setting of SQ, bass/treble and volume are influenced

one another. If the influence mentioned above causes
distortion to the audio signal, readjust bass/treble or
volume.

¡ Each SQ (except FLAT) level is changeable. (a page

19)

You can make fine adjustments to the currently selected
SQ presetting in ROCK, POP, VOCAL, JAZZ, or CLUB in
accordance with your car type or taste.

1

Hold down [SQ] (Sound Quality) for 2
sec. or more.

The targeted SQ preset appears.

2

Adjust each frequency.

Note: If you press [DISP], the presetting is can-
celed. The presetting is active until another SQ pre­set is called up.

[[]

:

Higher frequency

[]]: Lower frequency

q : Level Up
w : Level Down

3

Hold down [}] or [{] for 2 sec. or
more to confirm your adjustment.

Note: You can select a SQ preset to be targeted
with [}] and [{] (and [2]-[6] on the remote con­trol).

4

Hold down [}] or [{] for 2 sec. or
more to confirm your adjustment.

The existing adjustment is overwritten with new
adjustment.

Notes:

¡ FLAT is not changeable.
¡ If no operation takes place for more than 10 sec-

onds, the display returns to the regular mode.

¡ This adjustment is executable in the AUDIO menu

as well. (a page 34)

¡ If you hold down [BAND] for 2 sec. or more on

the SQ call-up screen, the presetting that is called
up can be turned into the default.

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Up to 6 stations can be preset in AM, FM1, FM2, and FM3
respectively.

Preset stations can be simply called up by pressing [}]
(P·SET) or [{] (P·SET).

Notes:

¡ Direct selection can be executed with [1] to [6] but-

tons on remote control.

¡ You can switch between 6 and 18 for FM presetting

stations.

¡ Preset stations are changeable.

Auto Preset Memory (APM)

Stations with good receiving conditions automatically
preset.

1

Select a band.

2

Hold down
[BAND] (APM)
for 2 sec. or
more.

The preset stations under best receiving conditions
are received for 5 sec. each after presetting the sta­tions (SCAN). To stop scanning, press [}] or [{].

Note: New stations overwrite existing saved stations.

Manual station preset

1

Tune in to a station.

2

Hold down [}] or [{] for 2 sec. or
more.

3

Select a preset number by pressing [}]
or [{].

4

Preset the station by holding down [}]
or [{] for 2 sec. or more.

Frequency/preset number blinks once.

Notes:

¡ New stations overwrite existing saved stations.
¡ In step 2, a station can be registered by holding down

the numeric button [1] to [6] for 2 sec. or more.

¡ To stop presetting stations, press [DISP] (Display).

1

Press [SRC] (Source) to select the
radio mode.

2

Press [BAND] to select a band.

3

Select a station.

Frequency adjustment

[]] (TUNE): Lower
[[] (TUNE): Higher

Note: Hold down for 0.5 sec. or more and release

for station search.

Preset station selection

[{] (P·SET: Preset): Lower preset number
[}] (P·SET: Preset): Higher preset number

Note: Direct selection can be executed with [1] to
[6] buttons on remote control.

Band

Frequency

Preset Number

Station Preset

(APM: Auto Preset Memory, P·SET: Preset)

Radio Mode Display

Operation Flow

Radio Menu Display

You can assign your favorite broadcasting station to
the [D·M] button. As the result of doing that, your
favorite broadcasting station can be received even if
the unit is in the CD mode, CD changer mode, XM
mode or AUX mode. (Default: FM 87.9 MHz)

D•M station Calling

Press [D.M] (Direct Memory).

D•M station Setting

q Select a station you would like to preset.
w Hold down [D.M] (Direct Memory) for 2 sec. or

more.

Direct Memory

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis­play.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL](MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

2

Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be
adjusted.

3

Press [BAND]
(SET) to adjust.

4

Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust­ment.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

AUTO PRESET

Preset range for FM bands

: Individual setting for FM1-3 each

: Setting of FM1-3 together

PRESET EDIT

Replacement of preset station

[}][{] : Selection

[BAND] : Locked

Indicates the intensity of
the radio wave.

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Cautions:

¡ This unit does not support 8 cm (3”) discs.
¡ Do not use irregularly shaped discs. (a page 44)
¡ Do not use discs that have a seal or label attached.
¡ To avoid damaging the face plate, do not push it down or

place objects on it while it is open.

¡ Do not pinch your finger or hand in the face plate when the

face plate is in motion.

¡ Do not insert foreign matter into the disc slots.

¡ Refer to the section on “Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM,

CD-R, CD-RW)” (a page 44).

¡ This unit does not support a MIX mode CD (a CD containing

both CD-DA and MP3/WMA data). In case of using such a
CD, problems may occur such as anacoustic playback.

When a disc is already loaded, press [SRC] (Source) to
select the CD mode.

1

Press [] (OPEN) to open the face
plate.

When a disc is already loaded ( lights), the disc
will automatically be ejected.

2

Load a disc with the label-side facing up.

The face plate closes automatically, and the unit rec­ognizes the disc and starts playing automatically,
too.

3

Select a desired portion.

Track selection

[7] (TRACK): Next track
[6] (TRACK): Preceding track (press twice)
Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.

Pause

Press [BAND] (

h

/

5

).

Press again to cancel.

4

Press [] (OPEN) to eject the disc.

Track number Time

Lights when the disc is
loaded.

Play Mode indicators

Lights when each mode is
activated.

CD-TEXT display
Notes:

¡ For scrolling text, hold down [DISP] for 2 sec. or

more.

¡ “NO TEXT” is displayed when there is no information

on the disc.

Random and Repeat play can be set.

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis­play.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL] (MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

2

Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be
adjusted.

3

Press [BAND]
(SET) to adjust.

4

Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust­ment.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

RANDOM

: Off

: Random playback

REPEAT

: Off

: Playing the current track repeatedly

TEXT (CD-TEXT)

: Enabled (Default)

: Disabled

Play Mode Selection

One-touch operation is available for selecting a track
playing style by use of [RANDOM] or [REPEAT].

RANDOM

Press [RANDOM].
Press again to cancel.

REPEAT

Press [REPEAT].
Press again to cancel.

SCAN play

You can find your favorite file by playing first 10-sec. of
each track.

Press [SCAN].
Press again to cancel.

Direct Access

A track can be directly selected.

Example: track number 5

1

Press [#] (NUMBER).

2

Press [5].

3

Press [SET].

Note: To suspend direct
selection, press [DISP] (Display).

Operation FlowCD Mode Display

Functions Only by

Remote Control Unit

Random, Repeat Play (CD Menu Display)

(RANDOM, REPEAT)

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Notes:

¡ Refer to the section on “Notes on MP3/WMA” (a page 26)
¡ This unit does not support a MIX mode CD (a CD containing

both CD-DA and MP3/WMA data). In case of using such a
CD, problems may occur such as anacoustic playback.

Operation Flow

When a disc is already loaded, press [SRC] (Source) to
select the MP3/WMA mode.

1

Press [] (OPEN) to open the face
plate.

When a disc is already loaded ( lights), the disc
will automatically be ejected.

2

Load a disc with the printed-side facing
up

The face plate closes automatically, and the unit rec­ognizes the disc and starts playing automatically,
too. (It may take several minutes to start for a disc
that has a lot of files.)

3

Select a desired portion.

Folder selection

[}] (FOLDER): Next folder
[{] (FOLDER): Preceding folder

File selection

[7] (TRACK): Next file
[6] (TRACK): Preceding file (press twice)

Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.

Pause

Press [BAND] (

h

/

5

).

Press again to cancel.

4

Press [] (OPEN) to eject the disc.

MP3/WMA Mode Display

Folder number

Time

Lights when the disc is
loaded.

Play Mode indicators

Lights when each mode is
activated.

Information Display

Notes:

¡ For scrolling text, hold down [DISP] for 2 sec. or

more.

¡ “NO TEXT” is displayed when there is no information

on the disc.

¡ ID3/WMA tag information is displayed for the album

name and title/artist name.

File number

File type indicator

(Folder Random)

(Folder Repeat)

(Folder Scan)

Random and Repeat play can be set.

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis­play.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL] (MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

2

Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be
adjusted.

3

Press [BAND]
(SET) to adjust.

4

Press [MENU] to
confirm the adjustment.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

RANDOM

: Off

: Random playback (disc)

FOLDER RANDOM

: Off

: Random playback (folder)

REPEAT

: Off

: Playing the current file repeatedly

FOLDER REPEAT

: Off

: Playing the current folder repeatedly.

TEXT

: Folder name/File name

: Album/Title (tag information)

: No display

Play Mode Selection

One-touch operation is available for selecting a track
playing style by use of [RANDOM] or [REPEAT] .

RANDOM, REPEAT

Press the button. Press again to cancel.

FOLDER RANDOM, FOLDER REPEAT

Hold down the button for 2 sec. or more. Hold
down again to cancel.

SCAN play

You can find your favorite file by playing first 10-sec. of
each file.

SCAN (All files)

Press [SCAN]. Press again to cancel.

FOLDER SCAN (1st file in each folder)

Hold down [SCAN] for 2 sec. or more. Hold down
again to cancel.

Direct Access

A file in the current folder can be directly selected.

Example: file number 5

1

Press [#] (NUMBER).

2

Press [5].

3

Press [SET].

Notes:

¡ For folder selection, enter a number after pressing [#]

(NUMBER) twice.

¡ To suspend direct selection, press [DISP] (Display).

Random, Repeat Play (MP3/WMA Menu Display)

(RANDOM, REPEAT)

Functions Only by

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What is MP3/WMA?

MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3) and WMA (Windows Media

TM

Audio) are the compression formats of digital audio. The
former is developed by MPEG (Motion Picture Experts
Group), and the latter is developed by Microsoft
Corporation. Using these compression formats, you can
record the contents of about 10 music CDs on a single
CD media (This figures refer to data recorded on a 650
MB CD-R or CD-RW at a fixed bit rate of 128 kbps and a
sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz).

Notes:

¡ MP3/WMA encoding and writing software is not sup-

plied with this unit.

Points to remember when making MP3/WMA files

Common

¡ High bit rate and high sampling frequency are recom-

mended for high quality sounds.

¡ Selecting VBR (Variable Bit Rate) is not recommended

because playing time is not displayed properly and
sound may be skipped.

¡ The playback sound quality differs depending on the

encoding circumstances. For details, refer to the user
manual of your own encoding software and writing
software.

MP3

¡ It is recommended to set the bit rate to “128 kbps or

more” and “fixed”.

WMA

¡ It is recommended to set the bit rate to “64 kbps or

more” and “fixed”.

¡ Do not set the copy protect attribute on the WMA file

to enable this unit to play back.

Display Information

Displayed items

Displayable characters

¡ Displayable length of file name/folder name: within 64

characters

¡ Name files and folders in accordance with the stan-

dard of each file system. Refer to the instructions of
writing software for details.

¡ ASCII character set and special characters in each lan-

guage can be displayed.

ASCII character set

A to Z, a to z, digits 0 to 9, and the following sym­bols:

(space) ! ” # $ % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ˆ

_ ` { | } ~

Notes:

¡ With some software in which MP3/WMA format files

have been encoded, the character information may not
be displayed properly.

¡ Undisplayable characters and symbols will be convert-

ed into an asterisk (

*

).

Caution: Never assign the “.mp3”, or

“.wma” file name extension to a file that is

not in the MP3/WMA format. This may not

only produce noise from the speaker dam-

age, but also damage your hearing.

¡ CD-TEXT

Disc title
Track title

¡ MP3/WMA

Folder name
File name

¡ MP3 (ID3 tag)

Album name
Title name/artist name

¡ WMA (WMA tag)

Album name
Title name/artist name

¡ You are recommended to minimize the chances of

making a disc that contains both CD-DA files and
MP3/WMA files.

¡ If CD-DA files are on the same disc as MP3 or WMA

files, the songs may not play in the intended order,
or some songs may not play at all.

¡ When storing MP3 data and WMA data on the same

disc, use different folders for each data.

¡ Do not record files other than MP3/WMA files and

unnecessary folder on a disc.

¡ The name of an MP3/WMA file should be added by

rules as shown in the following descriptions and also
comply with the rules of each file system.

¡ You may encounter trouble in playing MP3/WMA files

or displaying the information of MP3/WMA files
recorded with certain writing software or CD
recorders.

¡ The file extension “.mp3” or “.wma” should be

assigned to each file depending on the file format.

¡ This unit does not have a play list function.
¡ Although Multi-session recording is supported, the

use of Disc-at-Once is recommended.

Supported file systems

ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, Apple Extension to ISO 9660,
Joliet, Romeo

Note:
¡ Apple HFS, UDF 1.50, Mix CD and CD Extra are not

supported.

Recording MP3/WMA files on a CD-media

32, 44.1, 48 kHzNo64 k-192 kbpsWindows Media Audio Ver. 2, 8

16, 22.05, 24 kHzYes8 k-160 kbpsMPEG 2 audio layer 3 (MP3)

32, 44.1, 48 kHzYes32 k-320 kbpsMPEG 1 audio layer 3 (MP3)

Sampling frequencyVBRBit rateCompression method

Compression formats

(Recommendation: “Points to remember when making MP3/WMA files” on the previous page)

Folder selection order/file playback order

Maximum number of files/folders

¡ Maximum number of files: 999
¡ Maximum number of files in one folder: 255
¡ Maximum depth of trees: 8
¡ Maximum number of folders: 255 (Root folder is

included.)

Notes:

¡ This unit counts the number of folders irrespective of

the presence or absence of an MP3/WMA file.

¡ If the selected folder does not contain any MP3/WMA

files, the nearest MP3/WMA files in the order of play­back will be played.

¡ Playback order may be different from other MP3/WMA

players even if the same disc is used.

¡ “ROOT” appears when displaying the root folder

name.

Copyright

It is prohibited by copyright laws to copy, distribute and
deliver copyrighted materials such as music without the
approval of copyright holder except enjoying yourself
personally.

No warranty

Above description complies with our investigations as of
December 2004. It has no warranty for reproducibility
and displayability of MP3/WMA.

Windows Media, and
the Windows logo are
trademarks, or regis­tered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation
in the United States
and/or other countries.

Notes on MP3/WMA

Notes on MP3/WMA (continued)

2

3

Root Folder
(Root Directory)

q

4

w

5

6

7

e

r

8

Folder Selection

File Selection

q

t
y

1 8

–In the order

–In the order

(Max.)

y

1

Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 8

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XM Tuner

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XM Tuner

The optional XM receiver allows you to receive the XM radio service.

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Operation Flow

1

Press [SRC] (Source) to select the XM
Satellite Radio mode.

2

Press [BAND] to select a band.

¡ Connect the optional XM receiver (XMD1000).
¡ To connect the XM receiver (XMD1000), it is

required to use an optional extension cord

(XMDPAN100) that is produced by XM exclu-

sively for Panasonic products.

Notes:

¡ “RADIO ID” is displayed with channel 0.
¡ “UPDATING” is displayed during the update of the

identification code.

¡ “LOADING” is displayed during the acquisition of

audio data or information.

3

Select a channel.

Channel selection

[]] (TUNE): Preceding channel
[[] (TUNE): Next channel

Preset channel selection

[{] (P·SET: Preset): Lower preset channel
[}] (P·SET: Preset): Higher preset channel

Note: Direct selection can be executed with [1] to
[6] buttons on remote control.

Channel Preset

(P·SET: Preset)

Selection by Category

(P·SET: Preset)

Functions Only by

Remote Control Unit

Direct Access

A channel can be directly selected.

Example: channel number 5

1

Press [#] (NUMBER).

2

Press [5].

3

Press [SET].

Note: To suspend direct selection, press [DISP]

(Display).

Up to 6 channels can be preset in XM1 to XM3
respectively.

Preset

channels

can be simply called up by pressing [}]

(P·SET) or [{] (P·SET).
Note: Direct selection can be executed with [1] to [6]

buttons on remote control.

1

Tune into a channel.

2

Hold down [}] or [{] for 2 sec. or more.

3

Select a preset number by pressing

[}] or [{].

4

Preset the channel by holding down [}]

or [{]

for 2 sec. or more.

Preset number/channel number blinks once.

Notes:

¡ New channels overwrite existing saved channels.
¡ In step 2, a channel can be registered by holding

down the numeric button [1] to [6] on remote control
for 2 sec. or more.

¡ To stop presetting channels, press [DISP] (Display).

You can toggle the category on and off every time you
hold down [BAND] for 2 sec. or more. If the category is
set to on, the unit operates as follows for each button:

Channel selection

[]] (TUNE): Preceding channel in current category
[[] (TUNE): Next channel in current category

Category selection

[{] (P·SET: Preset): Preceding category
[}] (P·SET: Preset): Next category

XM Tuner Mode

Display

Artist name/Song title

Band

Preset Number

Channel number/name

indicates the satellite tuner
is ready.

TEXT Setting (XM Tuner Menu Display)

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis­play.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL] (MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

2

Press [BAND] (SET) to adjust.

3

Press [MENU] to
confirm the
adjustment.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL] (MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

TEXT

Text display

: Enabled (Default)

: Disabled

lights when activated

Indicates the intensity of
the radio wave.

SRC

SRC

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Disc Changer (When CDs or MP3 discs are loaded)

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Disc Changer

(When CDs or MP3 discs are loaded)

Connected an optional CD changer or an optional DVD changer can be controlled by this unit.

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Notes:

¡ Please connect a CD changer or a DVD changer to CH/AUX2

terminal (CQ-C8401U/C8301U), CH/AUX terminal (CQ­C7401U/C7301U).

¡ When CX-DP880 or CX-DH801U is connected, a CD-RW

disc is playable.

¡ Trouble may occur while playing CD-Rs. Refer to the section

on “Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)”. (a
page 44)

¡ This unit does not support the following through the CD

changer.

¡MP3 playback.

1

Load a magazine (discs).

When a magazine is already loaded( lights), press
[SRC] (Source) to select the CD changer mode.

The unit recognizes the magazine and starts playing
automatically.

Note: The changer is automatically turn on when
the magazine is inserted.

2

Select a desired portion.

Disc selection

[}]: Next disc
[{]: Preceding disc

Folder up/Down

Hold down for 2 sec. or more.

[}] (FOLDER): Next folder
[{] (FOLDER): Preceding folder

Track/File selection

[7]: Next track/file
[6]: Preceding track/file (press twice)

Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.

Pause

Press [BAND] (y / 5).
Press again to cancel.

Disc number

Time

lights when the changer is
connected.

Play Mode indicators

lights when each mode is
activated.

(CD changer)

Changer indicator

Random and Repeat play can be set.

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis­play.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL] (MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

2

Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be
adjusted.

3

Press [BAND]
(SET) to adjust.

4

Press [MENU] to
confirm the adjustment.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

RANDOM (Only for CD-DA disc)

: Off (default)

: Random playback (from whole magazine: CD-CH)

(From selected disc: DVD-CH)

RANDOM (Only for MP3 disc)

: Off (default)

: Random playback (from selected folder)

DISC RANDOM (Only for CD changer)

: Off (default)

: Random playback (from selected disc)

REPEAT

: Off (default)

: Playing the current track/file repeatedly

DISC REPEAT (Only for CD-DA disc)

: Off (default)

: Playing the current disc repeatedly

FOLDER REPEAT (Only for MP3 disc)

: Off (default)

: Playing the current folder repeatedly

Random, Repeat Play (Disc Changer Menu Display)

(RANDOM, REPEAT)

Functions Only by

Remote Control Unit

Play Mode Selection

One-touch operation is available for selecting a track
playing style by use of [RANDOM] or [REPEAT].

RANDOM, REPEAT

Press the button. Press again to cancel.

DISC RANDOM, DISC REPEAT

Hold down the button for 2 sec. or more. Hold
down again to cancel.

SCAN play

You can find your favorite file by playing first 10-sec. of
each file.

SCAN (CD changer: All tracks, DVD changer:
from selected disc)

Press [SCAN]. Press again to cancel.

DISC SCAN (1st file in each disc, only for CD
changer)

Hold down [SCAN] for 2 sec. or more. Hold down
again to cancel.

Direct Access

A disc can be directly selected.

Example: disc number 5

1

Press [#] (NUMBER).

2

Press [5].

3

Press [SET].

Note: To suspend direct
selection, press [DISP] (Display).

Operation FlowCD Changer Mode Display

(DVD changer)

(Disc Random, Only for CD changer)

(Disc Repeat)

(Disc Scan, Only for CD changer)

SRC

SRC

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Disc Changer

(when DVDs or VCDs are loaded)

Connected an optional DVD changer (CX-DH801U) can be controlled by this unit.

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Notes:

¡ Please connect a CD changer or a DVD changer to

CH/AUX2. (Only for CQ-C8401U/C8301U)

¡ “AUX 2” is display when connecting a changer that is not

compatible with this unit. (Only for CQ-C8401U/C8301U)

1

Load a magazine (discs).

When a magazine is already loaded( lights), press
[SRC] (Source) to select the DVD changer mode.

The unit recognizes the magazine and starts playing
automatically.

Note: The power is turned on automatically when
inserting a magazine.

Notes:

¡ For DVD operations other than the above (i.e. DVD

menu, closed caption, etc.), use the remote con­trol unit supplied with the DVD changer.

¡ The remote control unit supplied with the DVD

changer does not work properly when you aim it
at this unit.

¡ When using the remote control unit supplied with

the DVD changer, aim it at the monitor display
(CY-V7100U).

2

Select a desired portion.

Disc selection

[}]: Next disc
[{]: Preceding disc

Chapter/Track selection

[7]: Next chapter/Next track
[6]: Preceding chapter/ Preceding track

(press twice)

Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.

Pause

Press [BAND] (y / 5).
Press again to cancel.

Disc number

Time

lights when the changer is
connected.

Play Mode indicators

lights when each mode is
activated.

Chapter number

Changer indicator

(Disc Repeat)

(Chapter Repeat)

(Title Repeat)

Repeat play can be set.

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis­play.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL] (MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

2

Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be
adjusted.

3

Press [BAND]
(SET) to adjust.

4

Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust­ment.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

¡

For a DVD insertion

CHAPTER REPEAT

: Off (Default)

: Playing the current chapter repeatedly.

TITLE REPEAT

: Off (Default)

: Playing the current title repeatedly.

Note: The unit may not operate for some DVDs.

¡

For a VCD insertion

REPEAT

: Off (Default)

: Playing the current track repeatedly

DISC REPEAT

: Off (Default)

: Playing the current disc repeatedly

Notes:

¡ The unit may not operate for some VCDs.
¡ The unit may not operate for a disc with the play back

function activated.

Random, Repeat Play (DVD Changer Menu Display)

(RANDOM, REPEAT)

Functions Only by

Remote Control Unit

Play Mode Selection

One-touch operation is available for selecting a chapter
playing style by use of or [REPEAT].

CHAPTER REPEAT, REPEAT

Press the button. Press again to cancel.

TITLE REPEAT, DISC REPEAT

Hold down the button for 2 sec. or more. Hold
down again to cancel.

Direct Access

A disc can be directly selected.

Example: disc number 5

1

Press [#] (NUMBER).

2

Press [5].

3

Press [SET].

Note: To suspend direct
selection, press [DISP] (Display).

Operation FlowDVD Changer Mode Display

Disc Changer (when DVDs or VCDs are loaded)

Disc type

SRC

SRC

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Function Setting

Adjustment to display on the FUNCTION menu

Audio Setting, Function Setting

English

FUNCTION Menu Display

3534

Audio Setting

Adjustment to each speaker and an optional subwoofer

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Main volume adjustment

(Setting range: 0 to 40, Default: 18)

q : Up
w : Down

BASS

(Setting range: -12 dB to +12 dB, 2 dB Step, Default:
Bass 0 dB)

q : Up
w : Down

TREBLE

(Setting range: -12 dB to +12 dB, 2 dB Step, Default:
Treble 0 dB)

q : Up
w : Down

Note: Do not activate SQ and Bass/Treble at same time
to avoid causing sound distortion.

Balance adjustment

(Setting range: L15 to R15 and Center, Default: Center)

q : Right enhanced
w : Left enhanced

Fader adjustment

(Setting range: R15 to F15 and Center, Default: Center)

q : Front enhanced
w : Rear enhanced

Subwoofer level adjustment

(Setting range : mute (

-

∞), -6 dB to +6 dB, 2 dB Step,

Default: 0

dB

)

q : Up
w : Down

Subwoofer Low Pass Filter

(Setting range: 80 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz, Default: 80 Hz)

q : Up
w : Down

High Pass Filter

(Setting range: Filter OFF, 90 Hz, 135 Hz, 180 Hz, 225 Hz,

Default: Filter OFF)

q : Up
w : Down

SQ preset change

(Adjustable frequency: 60, 160, 400, 1 k, 3 k, 6 k, 16 k (Hz),
Setting range: –12 dB to +12 dB, 2 dB Step) (a page 18)

q : Up
w : Down

[[]

:

Higher frequency

[]]: Lower frequency

Subwoofer output range

Other speakers output ranges

AUDIO Menu Display

1

Press [VOLUME]
(

SEL

: Select) to
display the
AUDIO menu
display.

2

Press

[VOLUME] (

SEL

: Select)

to select
a mode to be
adjusted.

3

Turn [VOLUME]
clockwise or
counterclockwise
to adjust.

Note: If no operation takes place for more than 10 sec­onds in the audio menu (2 sec. in Main volume adjust­ment), the display returns to the regular mode.

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis­play.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL] (MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

2

Press []] or [[] to display the FUNC­TION menu.

3

Press [}] or [{] to select a function to
be adjusted.

4

Press [BAND]
(SET) to adjust.

5

Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust­ment.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

MUTE KEY

Setting [MUTE] buttons’ functions

: Volume off (Default)

: Volume down by 10 steps

: Volume down by 5 steps

SECURITY

Setting the security function (a page 13)

: ON (Default)

: OFF

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Customize the Display (Customize Function)

You can edit the moving images and still images that are initially stored in the unit. You also can use the data that is downloaded from
the Panasonic Web site and the data that is stored with a digital camera or other devices and processed with exclusive software,
IMAGE STUDIO. See “Notes on Customize function” (a page 38) as well.

Note: Visit Panasonic Web site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/customize/index.html) for details.

CUSTOMIZE Menu Display

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Adjustment to display on the DISPLAY menu

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Display Setting, Customize the Display (Customize Function)

Preparation:

Put the CD-R/RW that contains data to
be customized in hand.

1

If there is a disc inside, take out the
disc.

2

Press [SRC] to
select the CD
mode.

3

Hold down [SEL] for 4 sec. or more to
display the menu screen.

4

Load a CD-R/RW that contains data.

Note:

¡ It may take time for the unit to identify the CD-

R/RW.

¡ Discs recorded by the packet writing software are

not supported.

5

Select an item to be customized.

[}][{]: Select
[BAND] (SET):Confirm

Note: To exit the customize menu, hold down
[SEL] 4 sec. or more.

GRAPHIC PATTERN

Moving image (graphic pattern) data (a page 36)

STILL IMAGE

Still image data (a page 36)

OPENING MESSAGE

Moving image at power on (a page 14)

CLOSING MESSAGE

Moving image at power off (a page 14)

6

Select a file.

[}][{][]][[]:Select
[BAND] (SET): Confirm

Notes:

¡ Files are automatically identified by their exten-

sions, and target files are displayed.

¡ If ”BACK” is selected, the screen of step 5

appears.

7

For a moving image file or still image
file, select where to save the file.

[]][[]: Select
[BAND] (SET):Confirm

Notes:

¡ New data overwrites existing data.
¡ If “BACK” is selected, the screen of step 6

appears.

8

Confirm the changed item.

[]][[]: Select
[BAND] (SET):Confirm

Customization is performed. Do not turn off the
power in mid-operation. (It takes approx. 1 minutes
to complete this operation for a 168 kB moving
image.) After completion of this operation, the
screen of step 5 appears.

Note: If “NO” is selected, the screen of step 5
appears.

9

Hold down [SEL] 4 sec. or more.

The CD mode comes back. Press the [OPEN] but­ton to eject the disc.

DISPLAY Menu Display

1

Press [MENU] to display the menu
display.

For using the remote
control, hold down
[SEL] (MENU) for 2
sec. or more.

2

Press []] or [[] to display the
DISPLAY menu.

3

Press [}] or [{] to select a function to
be adjusted.

4

Press [BAND]
(SET) to confirm
the display.

5

Adjust the setting value.

6

Press [BAND] (SET).

7

Press [MENU] to confirm the
adjustment.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU) for 2 sec. or more.

GRAPHIC PATTERN

(Setting range: 6 types, Default: All)

Switching by []] or [[]

All: Sequential display from pattern A to D.
Pattern A-D

S.A.: 19-band display (Spectrum analyzer)

STILL IMAGE

(Setting range: 11types, Default: All)

Switching by []] or [[]

All: Sequential display from pattern 1 to 10
No.1-10

CONTRAST

(Setting range: 1 to 5, Default: Contrast 3)

[[]: Tilting up view angle
[]]: Tilting down view angle

CLOCK ADJ

Note: Adjust the clock when “ADJUST” appears on the
display.

[[]: Adjusting minutes
[]]: Adjusting hours
[}]: Forward
[{]: Backward

Notes:

¡ The graphic pattern and still image are changeable.

(a page 37)

¡ If corrupted data is selected, “DISPLAY FILE INCOM-

PLETE” appears. (a page 38)

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Customize the Display (Customize Function), Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

If You Suspect Something Wrong

Check and take steps as described below.

If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it is
recommended to take the unit to your nearest authorized Panasonic
Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by qualified personnel.
Please refer the checking and the repair to professionals. Panasonic
shall not be liable for any accidents arising out of neglect of checking the
unit or your own repair after your checking.

Warning

¡ Do not use the unit in an irregular condition, for

example, without sound, or with smoke or a foul
smell, which can cause ignition or electric shock.
Immediately stop using the unit and consult your
dealer.

¡ Never try to repair the unit by yourself because it is

dangerous to do so.

Problem

Possible causeaPossible solution

Common

No power to the

unit

The power cord (battery, power and ground) is connected in the wrong way.

a Check the wiring.

Fuse blows out.

a Eliminate the cause of fuse blowout and replace the fuse with new one.

Consult your dealer.

Sound is not

generated.

MUTE is set to ON.

a Set MUTE to OFF.

The wiring of speaker lines are not correct, or a break or poor contact arises.

a Check the wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram. (Installation

Instructions)

The demonstration

screen displayed

and no operable

You cannot operate the unit while the demonstration screen appears.

a Press [DISP] to end the demonstration screen.

If the demonstration screen appears frequently, there is a possibility that poor
contact or wrong wiring arises between the battery lead of the unit and the battery
cable of the car. (The battery lead should be always powered.)

a Check the battery wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.

Noise

There is an electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone near the unit or
its electrical lines.

a Keep an electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone away from

the unit and the wiring of the unit. In case that noise cannot be eliminated
due to the wiring harness of the car, consult your dealer.

The contact of the ground lead is poor.

a Make sure that the ground lead is connected to an unpainted part of the chas-

sis securely.

Noise is made in

step with engine

revolutions.

Alternator noise comes from the car.

a Change the wiring position of the ground lead.
a Mount a noise filter on the power supply.

Customize the Display (Customize Function)

Notes on Customize Function

Note on Download Service

The download service may be suspended or stopped
without advance notice. The download service is not
available in some areas. Please visit the site below for
further information.

Panasonic Web site:
(http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/)

Notes on IMAGE STUDIO

¡ This download service is not available in some areas.

For details, please access the Panasonic website.

¡ IMAGE STUDIO is available only by downloading from

the address below. It is not bundled with this unit.

¡ Refer to the downloaded operating manual for how to

use IMAGE STUDIO.

Notes on File

¡ The customize-specific file is downloadable from the

URL below. You can create exclusive files stored with
a digital camera or other devices by using exclusive
software, IMAGE STUDIO that can be accessed from
the same URL.

¡ Do not change the extension. Otherwise, the data can-

not be recognized.

At Disc Making

¡ Save only customize-specific data.
¡ Save all data in the root directory. Files contained in a

folder cannot be recognized.

¡ Follow the table below with regard to the number of

files that are saved to a disc. Files beyond the speci­fied capacity are not readable.

¡ Discs recorded by the packet writing software are not

supported.

At Customizing

¡ If customizing is interrupted on account of turning off

the power, stopping the engine, removing the face
plate or other reasons, you may lose the data. In such
a case, try customizing again.

¡ The default image exists on the Panasonic Web site. If

you would like to restore it, download the image from
the site.

Error Display Messages

NO FILES DETECTED

No customize-specific data on the disc

a Load a disc that contains customize-specific

data.

CUSTOMIZING FAILED

Customize failed

a Check to see whether or not the extension is cor-

rect and file contents are appropriate.

DISPLAY FILE INCOMPLETE

Intended moving image or still image is damaged.

a Customize it again and overwrite the file with

new one.

Type Extension Max. number

GRAPHIC PATTERN .pfm 10
STILL IMAGE .pfs 15
OPENING MESSAGE .pfo 5
CLOSING MESSAGE .pfe 5

Download site:

http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/
customize/index.html