Panasonic CQ-C700U User Manual

AAC WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver

Operating Instructions

Manuel d’instructions

Manual de Instrucciones

Operating Instructions

Manuel d’instructions

Manual de Instrucciones

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Récepteur/lecteur CD avec lecture AAC/WMA/MP3

Reproductor de CD, AAC, WMA y MP3/receptor

Model: CQ-C700U

CQ-C700U

CQ-C700U

¡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

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

manuel d’utilisation

pour s’y référer ultérieurement.

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 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.

■

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 equipped 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.

❑

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.

English

Safety Information

CQ-C700U

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Safety Information (continued)

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.

Notice
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery
which contains Perchlorate Material – special handling
may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Before Reading These Instructions

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.

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Before Reading These Instructions (continued)

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Operating
Instructions

(YFM264C088CA)

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

Remote Control Unit

(including a battery)
(CR2025)

(EUR7641010)

Q'ty: 1

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System Upgrade
Guidebook

(YFM264C089CA)

(YGAJ021009)

Installation
Instructions

(YFM294C133CA)

Instruction kit

Q'ty: 1 set

Mounting Collar

(FX0214C384ZB)

Q'ty: 1

Product
Registration Card

Q'ty: 1

English

Customer Care
Plan

Trim PlatePower Connector

(YEFC051013)

Q'ty: 1

Accessories

Lock Cancel Plate Mounting Bolt Tapping Screw

Rear Support Strap

(YFG044C002ZA)

Q'ty: 1

Removable Face
Plate Case

(YFC054C089CA)

Q'ty: 1

Hex. Nut

(5 mmø x 16 mm)

(5 mmø)

(YEP0FZ5739)

Q'ty: 1 set

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.

Safety Information, Before Reading These Instructions

CQ-C700U

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Before Reading These Instructions (continued)

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:

[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 : 1-866-605-1277

CANADA

WARRANTY SERVICE

FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please con­tact:

Our Customer Care Centre:

Telephone #: [phone]
1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505
Fax #: [phone]
Email link: “Contact Us” on

www.panasonic.ca

FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest
Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca:

TM

Link : “Servicentres

port”

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 date
of original purchase.

locator” under “Customer sup-

Service in Puerto Rico

Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Panasonic Sales Company

Customer Services Directory

Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infantería, 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 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.

Categories Parts Labor

Audio Components (except items listed
below)

MXE Series Audio Components (except
items listed below)

Speakers
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)

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 prepaid 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, bug infection, 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.

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

One (1) Year One (1) Year

Two (2) Years Two (2) Years

One (1) Year Not Applicable

Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable

(As examples, this excludes

of media, data or other memory contents. The items listed are not
exclusive, but are for illustration only.)

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

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED

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)
ACCESSORIES - NINETY (90) DAYS, (IN EXCHANGE FOR DEFEC­TIVE ITEMS)

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.

English

Before Reading These Instructions

CQ-C700U

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Features

Compatible with the AAC format

This unit has newly become compatible with AAC-formatted
files in addition to the existing MP3 and WMA files.

Note: Some of AAC files (such as SD-Jukebox type) are not
playable.

Hands-Free Phone System

Connection of the optional Hands-Free Phone System (Hands­Free Kit featuring
users to talk on a handsfree cellular phone if the phone
supports Bluetooth.

Note: This unit is designed only for receiving calls. It cannot
send calls.

Bluetooth

The Bluetooth word mark and logo are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd. is under license.
Other trademarks and trade name are those of their
respective owners.

Bluetooth®technology: CY-BT100U) allows

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Expansion Module (hub unit)

Connection of the Expansion Module (hub unit, CY-EM100U)
allows users to connect up to 4 optional devices shown below.
Even simultaneous connection of the Sirius Satellite Radio and
XM Satellite Radio is feasible.

Note: A hub unit is not required to connect only one optional
component.

Sound Control

SQ (Sound Quality)

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

SQ7

This is 7-band equalizer with 60, 160, 400, 1 k, 3 k, 6 k, and 16
kHz. Each band is adjustable between –12 dB and 12 dB in
steps of 2 dB.

D·M (Direct Memory)

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 or other modes.

(a page 20)

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. (

* This software is downloadable from Panasonic Web site

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

a page 31)

W

ide array of components for system upgrade

Various optional components allow users to obtain availability
of wide range of system upgrade. Upgrading the system
delivers relaxed AV space in a car. For further information, refer
to the separate

¡ DVD Changer

The optional adapter (Conversion Cable for DVD/CD
Changer: CA-CC30U) allows you to connect the option­al Panasonic DVD changer unit (CX-DH801U).

¡ CD Changer

The optional adapter (Conversion Cable for DVD/CD
Changer: CA-CC30U) allows you to connect the option­al Panasonic CD changer unit (CX-DP880U).

¡ iPod

The optional adapter (Direct Cable for iPod: CA-DC300U)
allows you to connect the optional iPod series.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.

¡ XM Satellite Radio

You can connect the optional XM receiver (XMD-1000)
with optional Digital Adapter. For details, refer to the
operating instructions for the XM receiver.

¡ Sirius Satellite Radio

You can connect the optional Sirius Satellite radio
receiver (SIR-PAN1).

System Upgrade Guidebook.

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Contents

English 2

¡Safety Information 2
¡Before Reading These Instructions 4
¡Features 8
¡Controls Layout 10

Français 40

Español 78

Common

Each

As Needed

¡Preparation (Clock adjustment etc.) 12
¡General 14
¡Sound Control 18

¡Radio 20
¡CD Player 22

Source

¡MP3/WMA/AAC Player 24

¡Audio Setting 28
¡Function Setting (Security Function Setting etc.) 29
¡Display Setting 30
¡Customize the Display (Customize Function) 31
¡Troubleshooting 33
¡Error Display Messages 37
¡Notes on Discs 38
¡Maintenance/Fuse 38
¡Specifications 39

CQ-C700U

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Controls Layout

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

SQ Sound Quality (a page 19)

MENU (a page 29, 30)

TUNE

(a page 20)
TRACK (FILE)

(

a page 22, 24)

VOL

(a page 15)

Main Unit

PUSH SEL Select

a page 28)

(

SOURCE Source
PWR Power

(

a page 14, 16)

DIM Dimmer (a page 17)

u OPEN (eject)

(a page 15)

TILT

(a page 15)

Remote Control
Sensor

CQ-C700U

Opens

MUTE (a page 15)
SBC-SW Super Bass

Control-Subwoofer
(

a page 19)

P-SET Preset (a page 21)
DISC (a System Upgrade

Guidebook, page 8, 10)

FOLDER (a page 24)
LIST (a System Upgrade

Guidebook, page 12)

D·M Direct Memory
(

a page 20)

DISP Display
(

a page 17)

(

BAND (a page 20)

/5Pause/Play

y

(

a page 22, 24)

APM Auto Preset Memory
(

a page 21)

Disc slot

Release

a page 14)

10

When Face Plate

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SEL

SRC

BAND

MUTE

VOL

0

T

R

Number Buttons

0

to 9

9

–

SEL Select

#

Number

NUMBE

RANDOM

4

SCAN

5

RANDOM

SCAN

POWER
SRC (SOURCE)

BAND

REPEA

REPEAT

6

7

9

Remote Control UnitOperations executable only with main unit/

TUNE
TRACK

(FILE)

Pause/Play

SET
APM

Auto Preset

Memory

MENU

POWER

SOURCE

MENU

SEL

SEL

SRC

SRC

SET

BAND MUTE

BAND

RANDOM

TUNE TUNE

#

#

NUMBER

VOL

VOL

MUTE

2 31

231

SCAN REPEAT

5

64

5

64

97

97

8

8

0

0

DISP

DISP

Volume

VOL

}:Up
{:Down

MUTE
SBC-SW

Super Bass

Control-Subwoofer

DISP Display

English

8

0

(Preset)

P·SET
DISC (FOLDER)

Although most of the functions of this unit are executable
with both the main unit and remote control, the following
functions are excluded.

Operations executable only with main uni

t

¡ Face panel’s opening, closing, tilting, and removal

actions (

a page 15)
¡ Disc ejection (a page 15)
¡ Dimmer (a page 17)
¡ SQ on, off, and adjustment (a page 19)
¡ Direct memory setting and calling (a page 20)

Operations executable only with remote control

¡Preset station calling with one-touch operation

(

a page 21)
¡ Direct access to tracks on CDs (a page 23, 25)
¡ Random and repeat play with one-touch operation

(

a page 23, 25)
¡ Scan playback (a page 23, 25)

CAR AUDIO

Controls Layout

operations executable only with remote control

CQ-C700U

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Preparation

q

w

2

3

For the first use, the following screen may appear
repeatedly.

Set your car’s ignition switch to the ACC

1

or On position.

The demonstration screen appears.

Press [SOURCE] (PWR: POWER).

2

Press [MENU] to display the menu

3

display.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]

(MENU)

Press []] or [[] to display the

Cancellation of demonstration screenRemote Control Preparation

4

DISPLAY menu.

for 2 sec. or more.

Preparation Before Initial Use

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

Turn [VOL] to select

5

“DEMONSTRATION”.

For using the remote control, use [}] or [{].

Press [PUSH SEL] to select “OFF”.

6

For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET).

Press [MENU] to close the menu

7

screen.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU)

Note: This unit is operable as usual even if the

demonstration screen is activated. The demonstration
screen automatically appears if no operation is executed
for 1 minute.

for 2 sec. or more.

Warning

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

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Battery Replacement

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.

w Put a battery in the case with

(+) side facing up.

e Put the case back.

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Insulation film

Tough pointed object

Back side

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.

Notice
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – spe­cial handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

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)

The following functions are activated when the Security
Function is ON. (

¡ The security indicator lights up when removing the

face plate.

a page 29)

Security Function SettingOther SettingsClock adjustment

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

Using Subwoofer

¡ Subwoofer level adjustment (a page 28)
¡ Subwoofer low pass filter (a page 28)

¡ The alarm sounds and the message appears on the

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

English

Security Indicator

Preparation

Note: Other settings are required when a Sirius receiver,
an XM receiver, or a Hands-Free Phone System is
connected. (

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

1

2

3

4

a System Upgrade Guidebook)

Press [MENU] to display the menu
display.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU)

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

Turn [VOL] to select “CLOCK ADJ”.

For using the remote control, use [}] or [{].

Press [PUSH SEL], and the clock
adjustment screen appears.

For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET).

for 2 sec. or more.

Adjust the setting value.

5

[[]

:

Adjusting minutes

[]]

:

Adjusting hours

q

:

Forward

w

:

Backward

Press [PUSH SEL], and the menu

6

screen resumes.

For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET).

Press [MENU] to close the menu

7

screen.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU)

for 2 sec. or more.

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General

This chapter explains how to turn on or off the power, how to adjust the volume, etc.

Power on

Press [SOURCE] (PWR: POWER).

Power off

(PWR: POWER)

Power On/off

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

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

Removing

Turn off the power (a page 14)

1

Press []

2

(Release).

(The face plate disen-

gages with a click

when it is removed.)

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Mounting

Slide the left side of the face plate in

1

place.

14

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.

(ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM)

Put the face

3

plate in the case.

Face Plate Removing/Mounting

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.

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Press the right end of the face plate

2

until “click” is heard.

¡ 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 [uOPEN].

When a disc is already loaded, the disc will automatically

be ejected.

¡ 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.

(OPEN/CLOSE, TILT)

¡ 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.

Face Plate Motion (Open/Close, Tilt)

Close

Press [uOPEN].

Cautions

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

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Tilt

The display angle changes among 4 levels as follows
every time you hold down
or more and release.

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

[uOPEN] (TILT) for 1 sec.

TILT 1
TILT 2
TILT 3

TILT OFF

English

General

OPEN

q Up
w Down

Setting Range: 0 to 40
Default: 18

(VOLUME)

Volume Adjustment

Volume off (down)

Press [MUTE].

Cancel

Press [MUTE] again.

Note:

MUTE (ATT: ATTENUATION)

Volume-down range can be specified.

(

page 29)

a

Temporary Volume Off (Down)

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 or the

menu screen is present on the monitor.

¡ This unit memorizes individual volume levels for each

source. Make volume adjustments of each source
appropriately to prevent large volume fluctuation when
the source is changed.

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General (continued)

The source changes as follows every time
[SOURCE] is pressed.

Radio

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

Player

When loading CD (a page 22)

When loading a disc containing compressed
audio files (

a page 24)

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System-up Connector

Device connected to the System-up Connector of this
unit

When optional devices are connected:

Shift to connected devices

When an expansion module is connected:

The devices connected to the ports 1 to 4 are activated
in sequence after shifting to AUX2 (devices connected
to the AUX terminal of the expansion module).

When connecting DVD Changer

When connecting CD Changer

(SOURCE)

AUX 1

Source Selection

Device connected to the AUX terminal of the this unit

When connecting iPod

When connecting XM Receiver

When connecting Sirius Receiver

When connecting Expansion Module

Note: For information about connectable devices, refer
to the

System Upgrade Guidebook or the instruction

manual for each device.

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The display changes as follows every time [DISP:

DISPLAY] is pressed.
Note: The graphic pattern and still image are selectable.
(

a page 31)

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At power-on:

Folder hierarchy (Compressed Audio Player mode only.)

Ordinary display + graphic pattern

(DISP: DISPLAY)

Display Change

Only graphic pattern

Note: The graphic equalizer of 19 bands (S.A.) is
selectable when selecting a graphic pattern.

Mode

English

Display OFF
All displays disappear in 5 seconds.

Ordinary display + clock

General

Only still image

Ordinary display + still image

At power-off:

The dimmer level changes as follows every time you hold
down

[MENU] (DIM: DIMMER) for 2 sec. or more.

Brighter (default)

(DIM: DIMMER)

Dimmer Control

Medium

Darker

Clock display (default)

Off

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

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Sound Control

The equalizer curve is selectable from among preset 6
types (FLAT, ROCK, POP, VOCAL, JAZZ, and CLUB)
depending on your listening category.

SQ changeover

The SQ category is changed every time [SQ] (Sound
Quality) is pressed.

Note: 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. (

(SQ: SOUND QUALITY)

a page 28)

SQ Selection Based on Genre

SQ is adjustable in accordance with your taste.

Hold down [SQ] (Sound Quality) for 2

1

sec. or more to display “SOUND

QUALITY MENU”.

Press [PUSH SEL].

2

The targeted SQ preset appears.

For using the remote control, use

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Lights when SQ is activated.

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[BAND] (SET).

Adjust each band.

3

Band: 60, 160, 400, 1 k, 3 k, 6 k, 16 k (Hz)

[]] [[] : Band selection

qw: Level up/down

(USER)

“USER” appears in the category name after

SQ adjustment

adjustment.

Note: If [PUSH SEL] is held down for 2 sec. or

more on the “SQ ADJUSTMENT” display, the preset

data that is called up can be turned into the default.

Press [PUSH SEL].

4

The screen of Step 1 appears again.

For using the remote control, use

Press [DISP: DISPLAY].

5

The regular screen appears again.

[BAND] (SET).

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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.

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Off (default)

Substitutional Subwoofer

(SBC-SW: SUPER BASS CONTROL-SUBWOOFER)

Lights when
SBC-SW is
activated.

Notes:

¡ If ON is selected, the settings of subwoofer level

adjustment and subwoofer low pass filter are activat­ed. (

On

a page 28)

Sound Control

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Radio

This chapter explains how to listen to the radio.

Press [SOURCE] to select the radio

1

mode.

Press [BAND] to select a band.

2

Select a station.

3

Operation Flow

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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

Notes:

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

buttons on remote control.

¡ A preset station is selectable by turning [VOL]

while the preset list screen is present on the mon­itor.

¡ The volume is not adjustable while the preset list

screen is present on the monitor.

Band

Radio Mode Display

Preset Number

You can assign your favorite broadcasting station to

[D·M] button. As the result of doing that, your

the
favorite broadcasting station can be received even if
the unit is in the CD mode or other modes. (Default:
FM 87.9 MHz)
Note: For the use of an FM transmitter, it is useful
for users to register applicable frequencies on D.M
(Direct Memory).

D.M station Calling

Direct Memory

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.

Frequency

Lights while receiving an FM stereo signal.

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Note: If the unit is turned off during receiving a broad­casting station via D·M, the unit starts again receiving
the broadcasting station via D·M by turning on the unit.

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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. (EACH BAND/ALL BAND)

¡ Preset stations are changeable. (Preset Swap)

Auto Preset Memory (APM)

Stations with good receiving conditions automatically
preset.

Select a band.

1

Hold down

Station Preset

2

[BAND] (APM)

for 2 sec. or

(APM: AUTO PRESET MEMORY, P·SET: PRESET)

more.

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

Note: New stations overwrite existing saved stations.

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[}] or [{].

Manual station preset

Tune in to a station.

1

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

2

more.

Turn [VOL] to select a preset number.

3

Hold down [PUSH SEL] for 2 sec. or

4

more, and the frequency is stored at the
selected preset number.

Notes:

¡ In step 2, a station can be registered by holding down

the numeric button

¡

To stop presetting stations, press

¡ The operation above allows users to replace the cur-

rent station with the station preset in the selected
number while selecting a preset station. (Preset Swap)

[1] to [6] for 2 sec. or more.

[DISP]

(DISPLAY).

English

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-

1

play.

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

Press [PUSH SEL] to adjust.

2

For using the remote
control, use

Radio Menu Display

(SET).

[BAND]

Press [MENU] to close the menu

3

screen.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU)

for 2 sec. or more.

PRESET

Preset range for FM bands

: Individual setting for FM1-3 each

(default)

: Setting of FM1-3 together

Radio

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CD Player

Cautions

¡ This unit does not support 8 cm (3”) discs.
¡ Do not use irregularly shaped discs. (a page 38)
¡ 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.

When a disc is already loaded, press [SOURCE] to

select the CD mode.

Press [uOPEN] to open the face plate.

1

When a disc is already loaded ( lights), the disc

will automatically be ejected

Load a disc with the printed side facing

2

up.

The face plate closes automatically, and the unit rec-

ognizes the disc and starts playing automatically,

too.

Operation FlowCD Mode Display

Printed side

.

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

CD-R, CD-RW)” (

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

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

3

a page 38).

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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] (
Press again to cancel.

Press [uOPEN] to eject the disc.

4

Note: The panel automatically closes after 20 sec-

onds.

).

5

/

h

22

Track number Time

CD-TEXT display
Notes:

¡ For scrolling text, hold down [DISP: DISPLAY] for 2

sec. or more.

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

on the disc.

Play Mode indicators

Lights when each mode is
activated.

Lights when the disc is
loaded.

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Random and Repeat play can be set.

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-

1

play.

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

Turn [VOL] to select a function to be

2

adjusted.

For using the remote
control, use

[{].

[}] or

RANDOM

: Off (default)

: Random playback

REPEAT

: Off (default)

: Playing the current track repeatedly

English

(RANDOM, REPEAT)

Press [PUSH

3

SEL] to adjust.

For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET).

Press [MENU] to close the menu

4

screen.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU)

for 2 sec. or more.

Play Mode Selection

One-touch operation is available for selecting a track
playing style by use of

RANDOM

Press [RANDOM].
Press again to cancel.

REPEAT

Press [REPEAT].
Press again to cancel.

[RANDOM] or [REPEAT].

TEXT (CD-TEXT)

: Enabled (default)

: Disabled

SCAN play

You can find your favorite track 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

Press [#] (NUMBER).

1

Press [5].

2

Press [SET].

3

Note: To suspend direct

selection, press

[DISP] (DISPLAY).

CD Player

Functions Only by Remote Control Unit Random, Repeat Play (CD Menu Display)

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MP3/WMA/AAC Player

This unit can play MP3, WMA, and AAC files.

When a disc is already loaded, press [SOURCE] to
select the compressed audio mode.

Press [uOPEN] to open the face plate.

1

When a disc is already loaded ( lights), the disc

will automatically be ejected

Load a disc with the printed side facing

2

up

The face plate closes automatically, and the unit rec-

ognizes the disc and starts playing automatically,

too. (It may take several minutes to start for a disc

that has a lot of files.)

.

Select a desired portion.

3

Folder selection

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

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Operation Flow

File number

Folder number

File type indicator

Printed side

File selection

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

Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.

Pause

Press [BAND] (
Press again to cancel.

Press [uOPEN] to eject the disc.

4

Note: The panel automatically closes after 20 sec-

onds.

).

5

/

h

Time

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Information Display

Notes:

¡ For scrolling text, hold down [DISP: DISPLAY] for 2

sec. or more.

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

on the disc.

Compressed Audio Player Mode Display

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Play Mode indicators

Lights when each mode is
activated.

(Folder Random)

(Folder Repeat)

(Folder Scan)

Lights when the disc is
loaded.

Notes:

¡ Refer to the pages 26 and 27 for cautions.
¡ This unit does not support a MIX mode CD (a CD containing both CD-DA and compressed audio files). In case of using such a

CD, problems may occur such as anacoustic playback.

Random and Repeat play can be set.

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-

1

play.

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

Turn [VOL] to select a function to be

2

adjusted.

For using the remote
control, use
[{].

Press [PUSH

3

[}] or

SEL] to adjust.

For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET).

(RANDOM, REPEAT)

Press [MENU] to close the menu

4

screen.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU)

for 2 sec. or more.

RANDOM

: Off (default)

: Random playback (disc)

FOLDER RANDOM

: Off (default)

: Random playback (folder)

REPEAT

: Off (default)

: Playing the current file repeatedly

FOLDER REPEAT

: Off (default)

: Playing the current folder repeatedly.

TEXT

: Folder name/File name (default)

Album/Title/Artist (tag information)

:

: No display

RE-MASTER

The high-range signal lost through MP3/WMA/AAC compression is
reproduced to more closely recreate the pre-compressed sound.

Notes:

¡

At high bit rates, the Re-master function may have little effect.

¡ The Re-master function is only effective for playback

of MP3/WMA/AAC data.

Random, Repeat Play (Compressed Audio Player Menu Display)

: Digital sound enhancer activated (default)

: Digital sound enhancer inactivated

English

Play Mode Selection

One-touch operation is available for selecting a file
playing style by use of

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

Functions Only by

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

Remote Control Unit

SCAN (All files)

Press [SCAN]. Press again to cancel.

[RANDOM] or [REPEAT].

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

Press [#] (NUMBER).

1

Press [5].

2

Press [SET].

3

Notes:

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

(NUMBER) twice.

¡

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

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MP3/WMA/AAC Player (continued)

Each of MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3), WMA (Windows Media™ Audio), and AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) is a format
for compressed audio file. These formats allow users to save all the files contained in approximately 10 pieces of
existing CDs on one piece of CD-R/RW.
Note: Each of encoding software is not included with this unit.

Setting at file making

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.

¡

Be sure to put an extension compatible with the format.

MP3

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

more” and “fixed”.

Compression formats

Cautions as to compressed audio files

* WMA 9 Professional/LossLess/Voice are not supported.

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.

AAC

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

more” and “Stereo”.

¡ Files with the extension of “.m4a” encoded using

iTunes version 6 are playable on this unit. Some of the
files using other encoders are not playable.

¡ Files encoded using Apple Lossless Encoder are not

playable.

¡ Files with copyright protection are not playable.

Sampling frequencyVBRBit rateCompression method

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

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

12, 11.205, 8 kHzYes8 k – 160 kbpsMPEG 2.5 audio layer 3 (MP3)

32, 44.1, 48 kHzYes32 k – 192 kbpsWindows Media Audio Ver. 2, 7, 8, 9*

Yes24 k – 320 kbpsMPEG 4 AAC LC

8, 11.205, 12, 16, 22.05,
24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz

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Caution

Never put an extension indicating compressed audio (such as “.mp3”, “.wma”, and “.m4a”) to
files other than compressed audio files. This may not only produce noise from the speaker
damage, but also damage your hearing.

Display Information

¡ Common

Folder name,
File name

¡ MP3

Album name,
Title name/artist name
(ID3 tag)

¡ WMA

Album name,
Title name/artist name
(WMA tag)

¡ AAC

Album name,
Title name/artist name
(AAC tag)

this unit

Displayable characters

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

characters. (Unicoded file and folder names are

Cautions as to the display of

reduced by half in the number of displayable charac­ters.)

¡ Name files and folders in accordance with the stan-

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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:

¡ Characters may be garbled depending on encoding

software to be used.

¡ Undisplayable characters and symbols will be convert-

ed into an asterisk (

).

*

Compressed audio file writing

¡ Do not save an audio file (CD-DA file) and a com-

pressed audio file on the same disc. Failure to
observe this may result in difficulty in playing.

¡ If compressed audio files formatted with two or

more types are saved on the same disc, each format
shall have a different folder.

¡ Do not write files other than compressed audio files.
¡ Playability may depend on the combination of writing

software and disc writer to be used.

¡ This unit does not support the play list function.
¡ Write files in a disc-at-once manner unless otherwise

needed.

¡ You can shorten the duration between data read and

playback by decreasing the quantity of files or folders,
or the depth of the hierarchy.

Supported file systems

ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2/Level 3, Joliet, Romeo

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

Cautions as to disc making

Folder selection order/file playback order

Maximum number of files/folders

¡ Maximum number of files: 511 (files + folders)
¡ Maximum number of files in one folder: 255
¡ Maximum depth of trees: 8
¡ Maximum number of folders: 255 (Root folder is

included.)

2

3

Root Folder
(Root Directory)

q

4

w

5

6

7

e

r

8

Folder Selection

File Selection

q

t
y

18

–In the order

–In the order

y

(Max.)

1

Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 8

Notes:

¡ This unit counts the number of folders irrespective of

the presence or absence of a compressed audio file.

¡ If the selected folder does not contain any com-

pressed audio file, the nearest compressed audio file
in the order of playback will play.

¡ Playback order of this unit may be different from that

of other compressed audio players even if the same
disc is used

¡ “ROOT” appears when displaying the root folder

name.

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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
October 2006. It has no warranty for reproducibility and

Common

displayability of MP3/WMA/AAC.

iTunes is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., regis­tered in the U.S. and other countries/regions.

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

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

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Audio Setting

Adjustment to each speaker and an optional subwoofer

Press [PUSH SEL:

1

SELECT] to display

the AUDIO menu dis-

play.

For using the remote control,

use

[SEL] (MENU).

Press [PUSH SEL: SELECT] to select a

2

mode to be adjusted.

For using the remote control, use [SEL] (MENU).

Turn [VOL] clockwise or counterclock-

3

wise to adjust.

For using the remote

control, use

or [VOL {].

[VOL }]

VOLUME

Main volume adjustment
(Setting range: 0 to 40, Default: 18)

q : Up
w : Down

BALANCE/FADER

Balance adjustment
(Setting range: L (left)15 to R (right) 15 and Center,

Default: Center)

q : Right enhanced
w : Left enhanced

BALANCE/FADER

Fader adjustment
(Setting range: R (rear) 15 to F (front) 15 and Center,

Default: Center)

q : Front enhanced
w : Rear enhanced

SUB WOOFER

Subwoofer level adjustment
(Setting range : mute (-∞), -6 dB to +6 dB, 2 dB Step,

Default: 0

q : Up
w : Down

dB

)

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AUDIO Menu Display

BASS/TREBLE

Bass adjustment

-

(Setting range:
Bass 0 dB)

q : Up
w : Down

BASS/TREBLE

Treble adjustment
(Setting range:

Treble 0 dB)

q : Up
w : Down

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

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12 dB to +12 dB, 2 dB Step, Default:

-

12 dB to +12 dB, 2 dB Step, Default:

LPF

Subwoofer Low Pass Filter
(Setting range: 80 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz, Default: 80 Hz)

q : Up
w : Down

Subwoofer output range

Other speakers output ranges

HPF

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

Default: Filter OFF)

q : Up
w : Down

Function Setting

Adjustment to display on the FUNCTION menu

Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-

1

play.

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

Press []] or [[] to display the FUNC-

2

TION menu.

Turn [VOL] to select a function to be

3

adjusted.

For using the remote
control, use
[{].

Press [PUSH

4

SEL] to adjust.

For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET).

[}] or

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

BUILT-IN AMP

You can toggle the integrated amplifier on and off.

: Amplifier on (Default)

: Amplifier off (when the external amplifier is used)

English

Press [MENU] to close the menu

5

screen.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]
(MENU)

for 2 sec. or more.

FUNCTION Menu Display

Lights when disactivated.

Audio Setting, Function Setting

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Display Setting

Adjustment to display on the DISPLAY menu

Press [MENU] to display the menu

1

display.

For using the remote

control, hold down

[SEL] (MENU) for 2

sec. or more.

Press []] or [[] to display the

2

DISPLAY menu.

Turn [VOL] to select a function to be

3

adjusted.

For using the remote

control, use

[{].

Press [PUSH

4

SEL] to adjust.

For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET).

Adjust the setting value.

5

Press [PUSH SEL].

6

For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET).

[}] or

GRAPHIC PATTERN

(Default: All)

Turn [VOL] to make a selection.
All: Sequential display from pattern A to C.

Pattern A-C
S.A.:

19-band display (Spectrum analyzer)

STILL IMAGE PATTERN

(Default: All)

Turn [VOL] to make a selection.
All: Sequential display from pattern 1 to 10

No.1-10

CONTRAST

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

q : Tilting up view angle
w : Tilting down view angle

30

Press [MENU] to close the menu

DISPLAY Menu Display

7

screen.

For using the remote control, hold down [SEL]

(MENU)

for 2 sec. or more.

DEMONSTRATION

Switching by [PUSH SEL].
ON: Demonstration screen at no operation

(default)

OFF: Regular screen

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CLOCK ADJ

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

[[] : Adjusting minutes
[]] : Adjusting hours

q : Forward
w : Backward

Notes:

¡ The graphic pattern and still image are changeable.

(

a page 31)

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

PLETE” appears. (

a page 32)

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” (

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

a page 32) as well.

Preparation:

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

If there is a disc inside, take out the

1

disc.

Press [SOURCE]

2

to select the CD
mode.

Hold down [PUSH SEL] for 4 sec. or

3

more to display the menu screen.

Load a CD-R/RW that contains data.

4

Notes:

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

R/RW.

¡ Discs recorded by the packet writing software are

not supported.

Select an item to be customized.

5

Select a file.

6

qw[]][[]: Select
[PUSH SEL]: 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.

For a moving image file or still image

7

file, select where to save the file.

qw[}][{]: Select
[PUSH SEL]: Confirm
Notes:

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

appears.

English

CUSTOMIZE Menu Display

qw: Select

[PUSH SEL]: Confirm

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

GRAPHIC PATTERN

Moving image (graphic pattern) data (a page 30)

STILL IMAGE

Still image data (a page 30)

OPENING MESSAGE

Moving image at power on

CLOSING MESSAGE

Moving image at power off

Confirm the changed item.

8

qw: Select

[PUSH SEL]: 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.

Press [uOPEN] to eject the disc.

9

Hold down [PUSH SEL] for 4 sec. or

10

more.

The CD mode comes back.

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Customize the Display (Customize Function) (continued)

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://panasonic.net)

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 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.

Download site:

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

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.

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

Notes on Customize Function

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.

Type Extension Max. number

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

DISPLAY FILE INCOMPLETE

Intended moving image or still image is damaged.

a Customize it again and overwrite the file with

new one.

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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 ital­ic

letters in “Possible Solution” described below because those are

too dangerous for users to handle themselves.

Problem

No power to the

unit

Sound is not

generated.

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.

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)

Possible causeaPossible solution

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.

English

Common

Noise

Noise is made in

step with engine

revolutions.

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.

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, Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

(continued)

Problem

Some operations

are not executable.

No sound from

speaker(s)

The speaker

channels are

reversed between

right and left.

The sound field is

not clear in the

stereo mode.

Central sound does

not settled.

Possible causeaPossible solution

Some operations are not executable in particular modes such as menu mode.

a Read the operating instructions carefully and cancel the mode. If the unit is

still out of order, consult your dealer.

BALANCE/FADER setting is not appropriate.

a Readjust BALANCE/FADER.

There is a break, a short circuit, poor contact or wrong wiring regarding the speaker
wiring.

a Check the speaker wiring.

The speaker wiring is confused between right and left.

a Perform the speaker wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.

The plus and minus terminals at right and left channels of speakers are connected
reversely.

a Perform the speaker wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.

The power fails

unintentionally.

Poor reception or

noise

The number of auto

preset stations is

Radio Common (continued)

less than 6.

Preset stations

cannot be stored.

The safety device works.

a Consult your dealer, or your nearest Panasonic Servicenter.

Antenna installation or wiring of antenna cable is faulty.

a Check whether the antenna mounting position and its wiring are correct. In

addition, check to see whether the antenna ground is securely connected to
the chassis.

No power is supplied to the antenna amplifier (when using a film antenna, etc.).

a Check the wiring of the antenna battery lead.

The number of receivable stations is less than 6.

a Move to an area where receivable stations number is maximum, and try pre-

setting.

The contact of the battery lead is poor, or the battery lead is not always powered.

a Make sure that the battery lead is connected securely, and preset stations

again.

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Problem

No playback or

disc ejected

Possible causeaPossible solution

The disc is inserted upside down.

a Insert a disc correctly.

There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.

a Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.

English

CD

Sound skipping or

noise

Sound skipping

due to vibration

Disc unejectable

No playback or

disc ejected

The CD-R/RWs that

are playable on

other devices are

not playable on

this unit.

There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.

a Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.

The unit is not sufficiently secured.

a Secure the unit to the console box.

The unit is tilted at over 30˚ in the front-to-end direction.

a Make the angle 30˚ or less.

Something such as a peeled label obstructs the disc coming out.

a Press and hold the [uOPEN] for more than 2 seconds when the face plate is

open (disc forced ejection). In case that the disc forced ejection does not
work, consult your dealer.

The microcontroller in the unit operates abnormally due to noise or other factors.

a Unplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order,

consult your dealer.

The disc has unplayable formatted data.

a Check the file format.

The playability of some CD-R/RWs may depend on the combination of media,
recording software and recorder to be used even if these CD-R/RWs are playable on
other devices such as a PC.

a Make CD-R/RWs in different combination of media, recording software and

recorder after referring to the description about the compressed audio player.

Troubleshooting

Sound skipping or

noise

Compressed audio

Noise is heard with

“RE-MASTER” at

“ON”

There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.

a Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.

Playing VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files may cause sound skipping.

a Play Non-VBR files.

With some CDs, noise may be heard in the treble range when playing compressed
audio files into which the CD tracks were encoded with “RE-MASTER” enabled.

a If noise is heard, set “RE-MASTER” to “OFF”.

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Troubleshooting (continued)

Problem

No response to

pressing buttons

Remote control unit

Possible causeaPossible solution

The battery is inserted in the wrong direction. A wrong battery is inserted.

aInsert a correct battery in the correct direction.

The battery is weak.

aReplace the battery with new one.

The aiming direction of the remote control unit is wrong.

aAim the remote control unit at the sensor of the unit and press buttons.

The sensor is exposed to direct sunlight. (The remote control unit may not be
operable when the sensor is exposed to direct sunlight. In such a case, the
system is not faulty.)

aBlock off sunlight to the sensor.

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Error Display Messages

Display

CD/Compressed Audio

(After 5 seconds)

To next file automatically

Possible causeaPossible solution

The disc is dirty, or is upside down.

a Check the disc.

The disc has scratches.

a Check the disc.

No operation by some cause.

a Unplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order,

consult your dealer.

The player for some reason cannot read the file you are trying to play. (File recorded
in an unsupported file system, compression scheme, data format, file name exten­sion, damaged data, etc.)

a Select a file that the player can read. Check the type of data recorded on the

disc. Create a new disc if necessary.

A WMA file can be copyrighted.

a The file protected by copyright is not playable.

(a Installation Instructions)

EnglishEnglish

Error Display Messages

No disc.

Note: Refer to the System Upgrade Guidebook for error messages regarding optional products.

Troubleshooting,

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Notes on Discs

TEXT

If you use commercial CDs, they must have
either of these labels shown at right.
Some copy-protected music CDs are not
playable.

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>

Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)

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

Labels created by a printer,
Protective films or sheets

Printed side

Disc with adhered
stickers or tape

Irregularly shaped discs

Discs with cracks,
scratches or parts missing

¡ 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 car for extended periods may damage them and make playback impossible.

¡ Some CD-R/RWs can not be played back successfully thanks to incompatibility among writing software, a CD

recorder (CD-R/RW drive) and the discs.

Notes on

¡ 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 or compressed audio data.

CD-Rs/RWs

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

Maintenance/Fuse

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.

Unit

Cleaning the

If the fuse blows out, consult your dealer, or your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.

38

Fuse

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.

nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.

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If the replaced fuse fails, contact your

Specifications

Power Supply DC 12 V (11 V – 16 V), Test Voltage 14.4 V, Negative Ground
Tone Controls (Bass/Treble)
Equalizer Center Frequency
Variable Range of Equalizer
Current Consumption Less than 2.2 A (CD mode, 0.5 W 4-Speaker)
Maximum Power Output
Speaker Impedance 4 – 8 Ω
Pre-amp output voltage

General

CD Player

Subwoofer-output voltage
Pre-amp output impedance
Subwoofer-output impedance
Dimensions (Main Unit)
Weight (Main Unit) 1.6 kg {3 lbs. 8 oz}

Sampling Frequency 8 times oversampling
DA Converter 4 DAC System
Pick-Up Type Astigma 3-beam
Light Source Semiconductor laser
Wavelength 790 nm
Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio 96 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion
Wow and Flutter Below measurable limits
Channel Separation 85 dB

Bass; ±12 dB at 60 Hz, Treble; ±12 dB at 16 kHz
60, 160, 400, 1 k, 3 k, 6 k, 16 k Hz
–12 dB to 12 dB (2 dB step)

50 W x 4 (at 1 kHz)

5 V, (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
5 V, (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
60 Ω
60 Ω
178(W) x 50(H) x 155(D) mm {7” x 1 15/16”x 6 1/8”}

0.01 % (1 kHz)

English

English

FM

Frequency Range 87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz
Usable Sensitivity 10.2 dBf (0.9 µV, 75Ω)
50 dB quieting Sensitivity
Frequency Response 30 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB)
Alternate channel selectivity
Stereo Separation 30 dB (at 1 kHz)
Image response ratio 55 dB
IF response ratio 100 dB

Stereo Radio

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)

Signal to noise ratio 62 dB

AM

Frequency Range 530 kHz – 1 710 kHz
Usable Sensitivity 27 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)

15.2 dBf (1.6 µV, 75Ω)

75 dB

Notes on discs, Maintenance/Fuse, Specifications

Above Specifications comply with EIA standards.

Notes:

¡Specifications and design are subject to modification

without notice due to improvements.

¡Some figures and illustrations in this manual may be

different from your product.

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Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America

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New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com

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