Panasonic CQ-5100U User Manual

Heavy Duty CD player/Weather Band Receiver

Model:

CQ-5100U

Operating Instructions

• Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before
using this product and keep this manual for future reference.

Safety Information

■

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 pictograph intends to alert you to the
presence of important operating instructions and

Warning

installation instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in severe injury or death.

Warning

Observe the following warnings when using
this unit.

❑

The driver should not operate the system while
driving.

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 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.

❑

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.

❑

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 the shop where you purchased this unit 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 matter in it, is exposed to water,
is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and consult
the store where you purchased it.

❑

Any NOAA broadcast weather report, including
current and forecasts, may not reflect your actual
weather conditions at your exact time and location.
You should always pay attention to your actual
weather conditions to make safe decisions
accordingly.

■

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.

This pictograph intends to alert you to the
presence of important operating instructions and

Caution

installation instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in injury or material
damage.

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.

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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.

❑

Refer fuse replacement to qualified service
personnel.

When the fuse burns 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.

❑

To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations
while you are driving.

❑

Depending upon the transmission condition of
electro-magnetic waves, the geographical reasons
and/or the weather conditions, you may not receive
the NOAA radio partially or at all.

❑

Make sure that your weather radio can receive
properly before driving, especially, before use in a
critical condition.

❑

Set the volume level to low enough before the AUX
connection is completed.

Failure to observe this, the loud noise may come out and
damage your speakers and your hearing. Direct connection of
the speaker/headphone output of an external device without
any attenuator may distort sound or damage the connected
external device.

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 the
shop where you purchased it. Panasonic is not liable for any
problems resulting from your own installation of the unit.

❑

Follow the instruction 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)

Caution

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A CLASS I LASER.

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.

Accessories

1. Operating Instructions ..................................................................................................1

2. Supplied Hardware.............................................................................1 set (

3. Product Registration Card ............................................................................................1

4. Customer Care Plan.......................................................................................................1

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.

➡ page 24)

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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: 1-877-833-8855

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:

npcparts @panasonic.com

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: 1-866-605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Panasonic Sales Company
Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial
Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone [phone], Fax [phone]

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Limited Warranty

U.S.A.

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

PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,
DIVISION OF PANASONIC 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.

Audio Components (except items listed below) one (1) Year One (1) year
MXE Series Audio Components
(except items listed below)
Speakers One (1) Year Not Applicable
Defective Car Audio Speakers under warranty
must be exchanged at the place of purchase.
Contact your Dealer for details.
Accessories (in exchange for defective items) Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable

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

Categories Parts Labor

Two (2) Years Two (2) Years

which occurred during shipment, failures which are caused by
products not supplied by the warrantor, failures which result from
accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, 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 servicer, 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

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Contents

Safety Information(Part 15 of the FCC Rules). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Customer Services Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

❒ Power and Sound Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Power, volume, mute, display change, AUX, SQ setting, audio modes
(Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader)

❒ Clock Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Initial time, time reset

❒ Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Radio mode, band, manual tuning, seek tuning, preset station setting,
preset station calling, Weather Band Stations

❒ CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Disc insert and playback, stop and disc eject, listening to a CD,
CD player mode, display change, track selection, track search,
random play, scan play, repeat play,pause

❒ AUX (Auxiliary Input Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Before using the portable audio device, connecting with the portable
audio device, listening to the portable audio device, display change

❒ Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Troubleshooting tips, Error Display Messages

❒ Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Care of the unit, notes on discs, notes on CD-R/RW

❒ Speaker Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

❒ Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Installation hardware, overview, required tools, dashboard specifications,
identify all leads, connect all leads, final installation, final checks,
preparation, to remove the unit

❒ Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Cautions, wiring diagram

❒ Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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ACC

ON

Power and Sound Controls

Power

Turn the key in the ignition until the accessory
indicator lights.

Power on: Press [MODE](POWER).
Power off: Hold down [MODE](POWER) for

more than 1 second.

Display Change

Press [DISP] (display) to switch to the clock
display.

When the power is off:

No display Clock display

Note: “Adj” is displayed when the clock is not
adjusted (

➡ page 10)

Volume

Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume,
and counterclockwise to decrease volume.

Mute

Press [MUTE] to mute the sound completely.

lights

Press [MUTE] again to cancel.

Caution

Set the volume level to
low enough before the
AUX connection is
completed.

Volume level (0 to 40)

(default:18)

Up

Down

AUX (AUX IN)

From line output of external sound/audio
device (ex. Silicon-audio player, HDD player,

➡ page 16)

etc.) (

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Power and Sound Controls (Continued)

SQ (Sound Quality)

SQ is a function that can call up various sound types at the touch of button in
accordance with your listening music type.
Hold down

[SQ] for more than 2 seconds to select the sound type as follows:

(FLAT) flat frequency response:
does not emphasize any part. (default)

(ROCK) speedy and heavy sound:
exaggerates bass and treble.

(POP) wide-ranged and deep sound:
slightly emphasizes bass and treble.

(VOCAL) clear sound:
emphasizes middle tone and slightly emphasizes treble.

Note:

Settings of SQ, bass and treble are influenced one another. If such an influence causes distortion to the

audio signal, readjust bass/treble or volume.

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Audio Modes
(Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader)

Push [VOLUME] (PUSH SEL) to select the audio

q

mode.

Regular Mode Volume Bass

Fader Balance Treble

Tur n [VOLUME] clockwise or counterclockwise to

w

change each level.

Volume:

default : 18

Note: If no operation takes place for more than 5

seconds in audio mode (2 seconds in
volume mode), the display returns to the
regular mode.

push

turn

Adjustable range: 0 to 40

Bass:

default : 0 dB

Adjustable range: –12 to +12 dB (by 2 dB step)

Treble:

default : 0 dB

Adjustable range: –12 to +12 dB (by 2 dB step)

Balance:

R (right speaker) or L (left speaker)

default : 0 [CNT (center)]

Adjustable range:

Fader:

F (front speaker) or R (rear speaker)

0 to 15 (by 1 step)

default : 0 [CNT (center)]

Adjustable range:
0 to 15 (by 1 step)

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Clock Adjustment

Selecting the Clock Display

Press [DISP] (CLOCK) to change the display.

Radio mode display (default)

The 12-hour system is used for the clock.

Clock display

Initial Time

q Press [DISP] (CLOCK).

“Adj” is displayed when the clock is not adjusted.

w Hold down [DISP] (CLOCK) for more than 2 seconds.

(Hour blinks)

e Adjust the hour.

(Hour set)

[}]: sets the hour ahead.

Press

[{]: sets the hour back.

Press

r Press [DISP] (CLOCK).

(Minute blinks)

t Adjust the minute.

(Minute set)

Press

[}]: sets the minute ahead.
[{]: sets the minute back.

Press

y Press [DISP] (CLOCK).

[{ TUNE], [}TUNE]

(Hours, Minutes)

Time Reset

Hold down [DISP] (CLOCK) for more than 2
seconds to active the time setting mode to reset the
time. Then, repeat steps

Note: Hold down [{] or [}] to change numbers

rapidly.

e to y.

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Radio

Radio Mode

q

Press [MODE] to change to the radio mode.

Radio

Band

w

Press [BAND] to change the band.

Manual Tuning

e

[}TUNE]: Higher frequency
[{TUNE]: Lower frequency

a

c

FM1 FM2

AM 162

( When a CD disc is loaded. )

FM stereo indicator, lights while receiving an FM stereo signal.

CD Player

(Weather Band)

a

Band

Frequency

AUX Mode

Seek Tuning

Hold down for more than 0.5 seconds and release it.

[}TUNE]: Higher frequency
[{TUNE]: Lower frequency

Tuning will automatically stop when the next broadcast
station is received.

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Radio (Continued)

Preset Station Setting

Up to 6 stations can be saved in each of the FM1, FM2
and AM preset station memories.

Note: Existing saved stations are overwritten with new
stations after following this procedure.

Band

q

Press [BAND](APM) to select a desired band.

➡ page 11)

(

Preset buttons from [1] to [6]

Auto Preset Memory (APM)

w

Hold down [BAND] (APM: auto preset memory) for more than
2 seconds.

• The 6 stations with good reception will be automatically
saved in the memory under preset buttons from

• Once set, the preset stations are sequentially scanned for 5
seconds each.

• To stop scanning, press one of the buttons from

Manual Preset Memory

q Use manual or seek tuning to find a station. (➡ page 11)
w Hold down one of the preset buttons from [1] to [6] until

the display blinks once.

Preset Station Calling

Press the corresponding preset button from [1]
to [6] to tune in a preset station.

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[1] to [6].

[1] to [6] .

Preset Number

blinks once

Caution

To ensure safety, never attempt
to preset stations while you are
driving.

CH7
Selection

Tuning in a Weather Band Station

• Press [BAND](APM) to select WB (Weather Band). (a page 11)

• Press any of the buttons

WB Weather Band Frequency (channel) Number

Note: The weather band (CH1-6) has been preset. CH7 is selected by

[}] or [{].

pressing

[1] to [6] to monitor the preset station.

Weather Band Stations

National Weather Radio Broadcasts from over 380 Iocations throughout the
U.S. on seven VHF/FM frequencies.
Tune to weather band to receive continuous weather information 24 hours
a day on one of the following frequencies.

1. 162.550 MHz

2. 162.400 MHz

3. 162.475 MHz

4. 162.425 MHz

5. 162.450 MHz

6. 162.500 MHz

7. 162.525 MHz

Occasionally the frequency of an existing or planned station must be
changed because of unexpected radio frequency interfere with adjacent
NOAA weather Radio Stations and/or with other Government or
commercial Operations within the area. If you have a question concerning
NOAA Weather Radio, please contact your nearest National Weather
Service Office.

Warning

Any NOAA broadcast weather report, including current and forecasts,
may not reflect your actual weather conditions at your exact time and
location. You should always pay attention to your actual weather
conditions to make safe decisions accordingly.

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CD Player

Disc Insert and Playback

Disc insert

Playback will start automatically after the player recognized
the loaded disc as an ordinary music CD. (When a CD-R or
CD-RW which has CD-DA* formatted data as the same as an
ordinary music CD is loaded, this player recognizes it as an
ordinary music CD.)
*CD-DA: A general music CD format.

“LOAd” will be displayed until the disc is loaded.

Notes:

• Do not insert a disc when “DISC” indicator lights.

• The power will be turned on automatically when a disc is
loaded.

Stop and Disc Eject

Press [u] (eject) to stop CD play and eject the disc.
During disc ejection, “EJ” will be displayed.

Label Side

Listening to a CD

Press [MODE](POWER) to change to the CD player mode.
Playback will start automatically when a disc is loaded.

( When a CD disc is loaded )

Radio

CD player AUX Mode

Display change

Press [DISP] to change the display.

CD mode display (default)

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Current Track

Play time

DISC indicator

Random/Repeat indicator

Clock display

Caution

• Only 12 cm {5"} CD, CD-DA data recorded CD-R and CD-RW discs are available for this unit.

• This unit does not support CD text display.

This unit does not support MP3 and WMA disc playback.

•

• Refer to page 21 about notes on CD-R/RW.

• This unit is not designed for any 8 cm {3"} disc.

• If you insert an 8 cm {3"} disc and can not eject it, turn ACC of your car off once and turn it on again, then press

u] (eject).

[

• Do not use irregular shaped discs.

• Do not use discs that have a seal or label attached.

• Do not insert foreign matter into the disc slot.

Pause

• Press [BAND] (h/5).

• Press again to cancel.

Track Selection

Press [d TUNE]: Advance to the next track.

[s TUNE]: Back to the beginning of the current

Press

track.
Back to the previous track. (Press
twice.)

• Press [5] (REPEAT) .

Repeat play

Random play

Scan play

The current track is repeated.

[5] (REPEAT) again to cancel.

• Press

• Press [6] (RANDOM).

All the tracks are played in random order.

[6] (RANDOM) again to cancel.

• Press

• Press [4] (SCAN).

The first 10 seconds of each track on the
disc are played in sequence.

[4] (SCAN) again to cancel.

• Press

Track Search

Hold down...

[d TUNE]: Fast forward
[s TUNE]: Fast reverse

Release to resume the regular play.

lights

lights

blinks

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AUX (Auxiliary Input Mode)

Before Using the Portable Audio Device

Warning

¡ Do not place the connected portable audio device or mini-plug cable in a location where it will prevent the

SRS airbag may not operate correctly or the portable audio device may be catapulted outward by the
deploying airbag, which may result in serious injury or death.
*Refer to the owner's manual for your car regarding the deploying position of the SRS airbag.

¡ Please or temporarily fix the portable audio device and mini-plug cable where they will not interfere the

driver when driving. Otherwise, they may interfere driving or cause auto accident.

Connecting with the portable audio player

The AUX input terminal is equipped on the front panel. This jack is used to connect a portable audio device using a
standard mini-plug cable. By connecting a commercially available portable audio device, this unit can play the music
recorded on the device.

The AUX Input Example:

Main Unit
CQ-5100U

Front AUX IN
(3.5 mm ø stereo)

3.5 mm ø stereo mini-plug cable (Option)

Caution

• Set the volume level to low enough before the AUX
connection is completed. Failure to observe this may
cause loud noise and, consequently, damage your
speakers and your hearing.

• Do not connect this AUX directly with a speaker/
headphone output. Failure to observe this may
distort sound and break the internal amplifier.

Silicon audio player,
HDD audio player etc.
(Option)

Stereo line out
(3.5 mm ø)

Notes:

• When the high impedance output enuipment such as
old type audio equipment with an output transformer
is connected, sound may be distorted or become
extremely low levels.

• The connected audio equipment should be kept away
from the speakers.

• Be sure that your hand does not catch and yank the
mini-plug cable.

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Listening to the portable audio device

Radio

CD player AUX Mode

q Turn on the connected portable audio device and play the music.
w Press [MODE] (POWER) to change to AUX mode. The sound of the portable audio device is output through the

speakers.

( When a CD disc is loaded )

“AU In” will be displayed when
switch to the AUX mode.

Display change

Press [DISP] to change the display.

AUX input mode (default)

Clock display

Notes:

• If you disconnect the mini-plug cable and connect it again in AUX mode, noise is generated and may cause
speaker damage. Disconnect or connect the mini-plug cable after turning the unit's power off or switching it to
another mode.

• Each device has a different output level. Be sure that the volume is not too high.

• If the input volume of the connected device is high, the distortion may result. In such cases, adjust the volume on
the connected device.

• For the power source of the portable audio device, use a battery, etc., provided with the device. If the device is
powered through a cigarette lighter socket or accessory socket of the car, noise may be generated.

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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.

Never take measures especially for those other than
indicated by
because those are too dangerous for users to handle
themselves.

Troubleshooting Tips

❐ Common

italic letters in “Check point” described below

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.

No power.

No sound.

Noise.

Trouble

Check point

Vehicle’s ignition switch is not on.

a Turn your vehicle’s ignition switch to ACC or ON.

Cables are not correctly connected.

a Connect cables correctly.

Power connector is not correctly connected.

a Connect the power connector to the terminal that is always active.

Power connector is not correctly connected.

a Connect the power connector to your vehicle’s ACC source.

Grounding wire is not correctly connected.

a Connect the grounding wire to a metal part of the vehicle.

Mute is set to ON.

a Set it to OFF.

Cables are not correctly connected.

a Connect cables correctly.

The ground lead is not connected properly.

a Connect the ground lead properly.

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❐ Radio

Trouble

Much noise in FM stereo
and monaural broad­casts.

Preset station is reset.

❐ CD

Trouble

Disc is in the CD
compartment but no
sound is made, or disc is
ejected automatically.

Check point

Station is too far, or signals are too weak.

a Select other stations of higher signal level.

The radio antenna is not extended enough.

a Extend fully the radio antenna.

Battery cable is not correctly connected.

a Connect the battery cable to the terminal that is always active.

Check point

Disc is upside down.

a Place disc in the correct direction with the label side up.

• Disc is dirty.

• Disc has scratches.

a Clean disc, referring to the section on “Notes on Discs”.

A disc that has data other than CD-DA type is loaded.

a Discs that have CD-DA type data should be used.

a The unit may not successfully playback a CD-R/RW that is made in

combination of writing software, a CD recorder (CD-R/RW drive) and a
disc which are incompatible one another. Refer to instructions for the
concerned devices for details.

Sound skips, bad sound
quality. (e.g. caused by
noise)

Sound skips due to
vibration.

• Disc is dirty.

• Disc has scratches.

a Clean disc, referring to the section on “Notes on Discs”.

a The unit may not successfully playback a CD-R/RW that is made in

combination of writing software, a CD recorder (CD-R/RW drive) and a
disc which are incompatible one another. Refer to instructions for the
concerned devices for details.

Mounting angle is over 30˚.

a Adjust mounting angle to less than 30˚.

Instable mounting.

a Mount the unit securely with the mounting parts, referring to the

section on installation.

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Troubleshooting (Continued)

❐ CD (Continued)

Trouble

• Disc is defective.

• Mechanical trouble.

Disc is not ejected.

Time is counted but no
sound comes out.

❐ Sound Setting

Trouble

No sound from left, right,
front, or rear speaker.

a Press [u] (eject). If normal operation is not restored, call the store

where you purchased the unit or the nearest Servicenter to ask for
repairs.

The first track of a mix mode disc was reproduced. (Mix mode is a format in
which data except music is recorded on the first track and music data is
recorded on other than the first track in a session.)

a Playback music data recorded on other than the first track.

Left and right balance, or front and rear balance is off on one side.

a Adjust BAL/FAD as appropriate.

Cables are not correctly connected.

a Connect the cables correctly.

Check point

Check point

Left and right sounds are
reversed in stereo
listening.

Error Display Messages
❐ CD

Trouble Check point

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The right speaker wire is connected to the left speaker and the left speaker
wire to the right speaker.

a Connect the speaker wires to the correct ones.

Disc is dirty, or is upside down.
A disc that has data other than CD-DA type is loaded.

➡ Check the disc.

Disc has scratches.

➡ Check the disc.

No operation by some cause.

➡ If normal operation is not restored, call the store where you purchased

the unit or the nearest Servicenter to ask for repairs.

Maintenance

Care of the Unit

❐ Cleaning this Unit

Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe.

Notes on Discs

Do not play any ordinary music CDs with labels
other than this one.

How to hold the disc

¡ Do not touch the underside of the disc.
¡ Do not scratch on the disc.
¡ Do not bend the disc.
¡ When not in use, keep the disc in a case.

Do not leave discs in the following places:

¡ In direct sunlight
¡ Near car heaters
¡ Dirty, dusty and damp areas
¡ On seats and dashboards

Disc cleaning

Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.

<Wrong><Correct>

Do not write on the disc label with a
ballpoint pen or other hard-point pens.

❐ Caution on Cleaning

Never use solvents such as benzine, thinner as they
may mar the surface of the unit.

Printed side

Labels created by a printer,
Protective films or sheets

Disc with adhered
stickers or tape

Irregularly shaped discs

Discs with cracks,
scratches or parts missing

Notes on CD-R/RW

• You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW discs recorded on CD recorders (CD-R/RW drives), either due to
their recording characteristics or dirt, fingerprints, scratches, etc. on the disc surface.

• CD-R/RW discs are less resistant to high temperatures and high humidity than ordinary music CDs. Leaving them
inside a vehicle for extended periods may damage them and make playback impossible.

• The unit may not successfully play back a CD-R/RW that was made by the combination of writing software, a CD
recorder (CD-R/RW drive) and a disc if they are incompatible one another.

• This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs if the session is not closed.

• This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs which contains other than CD-DA data.

• Be sure to observe the instructions of CD-R/RW disc for handling it.

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Speaker Connections

L

R

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

+

+

+

+

+

+

+

+

+

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

L

R

L

R

L

R

<Right>

<Wrong>

(White)

(White
w/black stripe)

Chassis

(Gray
w/black stripe)

(Gray)

Chassis

Caution

Please follow the instructions given below. Failure to do so will cause damage to the unit and speakers.

• Use ungrounded speaker only.

• The maximum speaker input should be 37 W or more. (If used with the optional
power amplifier, the speaker input should be higher than the maximum amplifier
output.)

• The speaker impedance should be 4 - 8 Ω.

• This unit uses the BTCL circuit, so each speaker should be connected separately
using parallel vinyl insulated cords.

• The speaker cords and the power amplifier unit should be kept away (about 30 cm
apart) from the antenna and antenna extension cord.

• Never connect the speaker cord to
the body of the car.

• Do not use a 3-wire type speaker
system having a common earth
lead.

• Do not connect more than one
speaker to one set of speaker
leads.

Product Servicing

If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the problem, we recommend that you take it to your nearest authorized
Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by a qualified technician.

Maintenance

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Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a soft cloth for routine
exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents.

Fuse

If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.

Warning

• Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A). Using substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the

unit directly without a fuse could cause fire or damage to the unit.

If the replaced fuse fails, contact your

nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.

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Installation Guide

Min. 4.75 mm {3/16"}
Max. 5.56 mm {

7

/32"}

Thickness

53 mm {2

3

/32"}

182 mm {7

5

/32"}

WARNING

❐ This installation information is designed for professional installers with
knowledge of automobile electrical safety systems and is not intended for non­technical, do-it-yourself individuals. It does not contain instructions on the electrical
installation and avoidance of potential harm to air bag, anti-theft and ABS braking or
other systems necessary to install this product.

Any attempt to install this product in a motor vehicle by anyone other than a
professional installer could cause damage to the electrical safety system and could
result in serious personal injury or death.

❐ If your car is equipped with air bag and/or anti-theft systems, specific procedures
may be required for connection and disconnection of the battery to install this
product.

Before attempting installation of this electronic component against the
manufacturer's recommendation, you must contact your car dealer or manufacturer
to determine the required procedure and strictly follow their instructions.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY RESULT IN THE UNINTENDED
DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS OR ACTIVATION OF THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

❐ Overview

This product should be installed by a professional.
However, should you decide to install the product
against the manufacturer’s recommendation, these
operating Instructions do not contain electrical
installation instructions. You must contact your car
dealer or manufacturer for electrical connection
instructions to avoid possible damage to your electrical
safety systems and resulting injury or death.

refer to the “WARNING” statement above).

Your next step is to decide where to install the unit. The
instructions in these pages will guide you through the
remaining steps:

• Identify and label the car wires.

• Connect the vehicle wires to the wires of the power
connector.

• Install the unit in the dashboard.

• Check the operation of the unit.

If you encounter problems, please consult your nearest
professional installer.

¡This unit operates with a 12 V DC negative @

ground auto battery system only. Do not attempt
to use it with any other system. Doing so could
cause serious damage.

Warning

(Please

Before you begin installation, look for the following
items which are packed with your unit.

Operating Instructions (including “Limited Warranty”

•
and “Customer Service Directory”).

Installation Hardware .....Needed for Installation.

•

❐ Dashboard Specifications

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Installation Guide (Continued)

182 mm
{7-

5

/32"}

53 mm
{2-

3

/32"}

Mounting bolt
(5 mm ø)

q Mounting collar

Rear support bracket
(provided on the vehicle)

Rubber cushion (option)

❐ Preparation ❐ Installation Hardware

Warning

If your vehicle is equipped with air bag and/or anti­theft systems, specific procedures may be required
for connection and disconnection of the battery to
install this product.
Before attempting installation of this electronic
component, contact your vehicle dealer or
manufacturer to determine the required procedure
and strictly follow their instructions.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY
RESULT IN THE UNINTENDED DEPLOYMENT OF
AIR BAGS OR ACTIVATION OF THE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE
AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

• Disconnect the cable from the negative @ battery

terminal (see warning and caution below).

• Remove Mounting Collar
temporarily, which are already mounted at shipment.*

q from the main unit

Caution

Various settings that have been stored in the
memory in other on-board equipment (vehicle
navigation etc.) may be lost if the battery terminals
are disconnected.
Therefore, we recommend to make a record of or to
back up the settings before disconnecting the
terminals.
After completing installation of the main unit, set the
equipment again according to the record.

• Unit should be installed in a horizontal position with
the front end up at a convenient angle, but not more
than 30˚.

q

Plain washer (5 mm ø)

w

Spring Washer (5 mm ø)

e

Hex. Nut (5 mm ø)

r

Rear Support Strap

t

Hex. Bolt

y

u

i

× 25 mm)

(5 mm ø

Toothed Lock Washer
(5 mm ø)

Removal Tool
(U-shaped)

(a) Using the rear support strap t

Q’tyItemNo. Diagram

1Mounting Collar*

2

2

2

1

1

1

2

❐ Dashboard Installation

Installation Opening

This unit can be installed in any dashboard having an
opening as shown below. The dashboard should be

4.75 mm {3/16”} – 5.56 mm {7/32”} thick in order to be

able to support the unit.

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(b) Using the rubber cushion (option)

1

2

3

Caution

• We strongly recommend that you wear gloves for installation work to protect yourself from injuries.

• When bending the mounting tab of the mounting collar with a screwdriver, be careful not to injure your hands
and fingers.

First complete the electrical connections, and then check them for correctness.(a page 27)

The included Mounting Collar q is designed specially for this unit. Do not use it to attach any other model.

Insert Mounting Collar q into the
dashboard, and bend the mounting tabs
out with a screwdriver.

The tabs to be bent vary depending on
the vehicle. To securely install the unit,
fully bend a number of the tabs so that
there is no rattling.

Example:

Tab

Power Connector

Engage the Mounting
Springs (C) in the
mounting holes of the
Mounting Collar
firmly.

q

Mounting Spring

Mounting springs (C)

q Mounting

Collar

Mounting Holes
Mounting Bolt

Establish the rear connection of the unit.

After fixing Power Connector, fix the rear of the unit
to the vehicle body by either method (a) or (b)
shown in the previous page.

After installation reconnect the negative
(–) battery terminal.

Mounting
Hole

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Installation Guide (Continued)

To Remove the Unit from the vehicle's dashboard

Insert each Removal Tool i and pull.

i Removal Tool

(U-shaped)

Note: Do not lose Removal Tools. They will be needed to remove the unit from the vehicle's dashboard.

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Electrical Connections

Caution

• This wiring information is for experienced technical individual, for safety reason, please your dealer wire this

connection.

• This product is designed to operate with a 12 V DC, negative

• To prevent damage to the unit, be sure to follow the connection diagram below.

• Do not insert the power connector into the unit until the wiring is completed.

• Be sure to insulate any exposed wires from a possible short-circuit from the vehicle chassis. Bundle all cables and

keep cable terminals free from touching any metal parts.

• Remember, if your vehicle has a drive computer or a navigation computer, the data of its memory maybe erased

when the battery terminals are disconnected.

❐ Wiring Diagram

Antenna

Power Connector

※

The power connector does not come
along with the unit. If need, please
consult your dealer.

@ ground battery system.

3

1

2

Fuse (15 A) Refer fuse
replacement to your nearest
authorized Panasonic
Servicenter. Do not try fuse
replacement by yourself.

(White/Black)

Left Speaker

(Front)

(Gray/Black)

Right Speaker

(Front)

(Gray)(white)

ACC

Ground

Battery

(Green/Black)

Left Speaker

(Rear)

(Green)

(Red)

(Black)

(Yellow)

(Violet/Black)

Right Speaker

Accessory Power(ACC)
(+12V DC, negative @ ground
only)

Ground Lead
(Connect to a clean, bare
metallic part of your vehicle)

Battery Lead
(Connect to vehicle battery)

(Violet)

(Rear)

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Specifications

❐ General

Power Supply: 12 V DC (11 V-16 V) test Voltage 14.4 V, Negative @ ground
Current consumption: Less than 2.5 A (CD mode, 0.5 W 4-speaker)
Maximum Power Output: 37 W
Tone adjustment range:

Bass: ± 12 dB at 100 Hz

Treble: ± 12 dB at 10 kHz
Power Output: 18 W per channel into 4 ohms, 40 to 30 000 Hz at 3 % THD
Suitable Speaker Impedance: 4-8 Ω
Dimensions (W H D): 178(W) 50(H) 150(D) mm {7" 1-15/16" 5-7/8"}
Weight: 1.3 k

❐ Front AUX Input

Input impedance: 10 kΩ
Allowable external input: 2.0 V
Connector: 3.5 mm ø stereo mini pin

❐ FM Stereo Radio

Frequency Range: 87.9-107.9 MHz
Useable Sensitivity: 12 dBf. (1.1 µV/ 75 Ω, S/N 30 dB)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: 17 dBf. (1.8 µV/ 75 Ω)
Frequency Response: 30-15 000 Hz ±3 dB
Alternate Channel Selectivity: 75 dB
Stereo Separation: 35 dB at 1 kHz
Signal/Noise Ratio: 70 dB (Mono)

❐ AM Radio

Frequency range: 530 kHz – 1 710 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 28 dB/µV (25 µV, S/N 20 dB)

× 4 channels at 400 Hz, Volume Control maximum

g {2.8 lbs.}

❐ Weather Band Radio

Frequency range: 162.40 – 162.55 MHz
Usable sensitivity: 3 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)
Signal/Noise Ratio (40 dB/µV): 50 dB

❐ CD Player

Sampling Frequency: 32 times oversampling
DA Converter: MASH•1 bit/4 DAC System
Error Correction System: Panasonic Super Decoding Algorithm
Pick-Up Type: 1-beam
Light Source: Semiconductor laser
Wavalength: 790 nm
Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz (±1 dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 85 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.01 % (1 kHz)
Wow and Flutter: Below measurable limits
Channel Separation: 75 dB

Above specifications comply with EIA standards.

Note: Specifications and the design are subject to modification without notice due to improvements in technology.

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Power Output:
18 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4 Ω and ≤ 1%
THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio:
85 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω)

Memorandum

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Memorandum

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Memorandum

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Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America

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

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

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

©2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

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