Removable Full Front CD Player/Tuner with DSP and
Changer Control
Lecteur de CD avec façade amovible/Poste récepteur
avec DSP et commande de changeur
Reproductor de CD/SintonIzador DSP y control de
cambiador con panel frontal completamente extraible
CQ-DRX900U
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.
Prière de lire ces instructions attentivement avant d'utiliser le produit et garder ce manuel pour l'utilisation ultérieure.
Lea con atención estas instrucciones ames de utilizar el producto y guarde este manuai para poderlo consultar en el tuturo.
Panasonic welcomes you to our ever growing family of electronic product owners. We know that this product
wiil bring you many hours of enjoyment. Our reputation is built on precise electronic and mechanical engineer
ing, manufactured with carefully selected components and assembled by people who take pride in their work.
Once you discover the quality, reliability, and value we have built into this product, you too will be proud to be
a member of our family.
□ Use This Product Safely
When Driving
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions.
When Car Washing
Do not expose the product, including the speakers and CDs, to water or excessive moisture. This could cause
electrical shorts, fire, or other damage.
When Parked
Parking in direct sunlight can produce very high temperatures inside your vehicle. Give the interior a chance to
cool down before switching the unit on.
Use the Proper Power Supply
This product is designed to operate with a 12 volt, negative ground battery system (the normal system in a
North American car.)
Disc Mechanism
Do not insert coins or any small objects. Keep screwdrivers and other metallic objects away from the disc
mechanism and disc.
Use Authorized Servicenters
Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust this precision product. Please refer to the Servicenter list included
with this product for service assistance.
For Installation
The product should be installed in a horizontal position with the front end up at a convenient angle, but not
more than 30‘.
Note: This manual explains mainly remote control operations. However, some operations are not functioned
with a remote control. In such cases, the manual gives you how to operate the functions using main unit
buttons.
Find the model number and serial number on either the back or bottom of the unit. Please record them in the
space below and retain this booklet as a permanent record of your purchase to help with identification in case
of theft.
MODEL NUMBER
DATE PURCHASED
CQ-DRX900U
CQ-DRX900U
SERIAL NUMBER
Contents
Use This Product Safely ...................................................................Page 2
Part 15 of the FCC Rules ......................................................................... 8
Label Indication and Location................................................................... 8
□ Components/Remote Control Preparation
□ General
□ CD Changer
□ Useful Functions
□ Sound Settings and Sound Space
Q Other Settings28
□ Installation Guide
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□ Anti - Theft System37
□ Electrical Connections38
□ Troubleshooting40
□ Maintenance
□ Specifications
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CQ-DRX900U
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Panasonic est heureuse de vous compter parmi les utilisateurs de ses appareils électroniques.
Nous pouvons vous assurer que cet appareil vous procurera de longues heures d’agrément. Notre réputation
est fondée sur une ingénierie électronique et mécanique de haute précision laquelle préside à la fabrication
d’appareils ne comportant que des composants de choix assemblés par un personnel soucieux de la bonne
réputation acquise par la qualité de son travail. Après avoir découvert la qualité, la valeur et la fiabilité de cet
appareil, vous aussi serez fier d’être un client Panasonic.
□ Précautions à prendre
Au volant
Régler le volume à un niveau qui ne risque pas de masquer les bruits ambiants.
Lavage de la voiture
Afin de prévenir tout risque de court-circuit ou d’incendie, ne pas exposer l'équipement, y compris les hautparleurs et CDs, à l’eau ni à une humidité excessive.
Voiture stationnée
L’habitacle d’une voiture immobile exposée au soleil toutes vitres fermées devient rapidement très chaud.
Laisser rafraîchir l’intérieur du véhicule avant d’utiliser l’appareil.
Source d’alimentation
Cet appareil est conçu pour fonctionner sur un système d’alimentation avec batterie de 12V avec négatif à la
masse (système standard sur les voitures de construction nord-américaine).
Méchanisme d’entrainement du disque
Ne pas introduire de pièce de monnaie ou tout autre petit object. Eloigner les aimants, tournevis et autres
objets métalliques du mécanisme d’entraînement et du disque.
Réparation
Ne pas tenter de démonter ou d’ajuster l’appareil soi-même. Confier toute réparation à un centre de service
agréé.
Installation
L’appareil doit être installé en position horizontale avec son extrémité avant inclinée vers le haut à un angle
conventionnel et jamais supérieur à 30°.
Remarque: Ce manuel décrit principalement les opérations effectuées avec le boîtier de télécommande.
Cependant, il faut savoir que certaines fonctions ne peuvent pas être commandées à partir du boîtier de
télécommande. Dans ce cas, le manuel indique la façon de commander ces fonctions avec les touches de
l'appareil.
Il est recommandé de noter, dans l’espace prévu ci-dessous, les numéros de modèle et de série inscrits soit à
l’arrière soit sous le fond de l’appareil, et de conserver ce manuel comme mémorandum de l’achat afin de
permettre l’identification de l’appareil en cas de vol.
Numéro de modèle: CQ-DRX900U Numéro de série:
Date de l’achat:Vendeur:
CQ-DRX900U
Table des matières
□ Elements Constitutifs/Préparatif du boîtier de télé commande . 47
Panasonic le da la bienvenida a la familia constantemente en aumento de poseedores de productos
electrónicos. Nos esforzamos en proporcionarle las ventajas de la ingeniería mecánica y electrónica de
precisión, de una fabricación con componentes cuidadosamente seleccionados, y de un montaje realizado
por personas orgullosas de la reputación que su trabajo ha cimentado para nuestra empresa. Estamos
seguros de que este producto le proporcionará muchas horas de distracción y, una vez comprobada la
calidad, el valor y la fiabilidad incorporados, usted también se sentirá orgulloso de pertenecer a nuestra fami
lia.
□ Use este equipo de manera segura
Cuando esté conduciendo
Mantenga el nivel del volumen suficiente bajo para poder darse cuenta de las condiciones de tráfico de la
carretera.
Cuando esté lavando el auto
No exponga el equipo, incluso los altavoces y los discos compactos, a la agua o a la humedad excesiva. Eso
podría causar cortocircuitos, incendio u otros daños.
Cuando haya estacionado
El estacionar bajo ta luz solar directa produce temperaturas muy altas dentro de su vehículo. Asegúrese de
enfriar el interior del vehículo antes de encender la unidad.
Use la fuente de alimentación apropiada
Este equipo está diseñado para funcionar con un sistema de 12 voltios, de polo negativo puesto a tierra (el
sistema normal en los autos norteamericanos).
Mecanismo de disco
No inserte monedas ni otros objetos pequeños. Evite acercar imanes, destornilladores u otros objetos
metálicos al mecanismo de disco y al disco mismo.
Use los centros de servicio autorizados
No intente desmontar o ajustar este equipo de precisión. Para solicitar ayuda relativa a los servicios de
mantenimiento, refiérase a la lista de los centros de servicio.
Para la instalación
El producto deberá instalarse en una posición horizontal con el extremo frontal levantado a un ángulo
conveniente, pero que no sea de más de 30°.
Nota: Este manual explica las principales operaciones de control remoto. Sin embargo, algunas operaciones
no funcionan con el control remoto. En tales casos, el manual le muestra cómo operar las funciones con los
botones de la unidad principal.
Busque el número del modelo y el número de serie ya sea en la parte trasera o en el fondo de la unidad.
Sírvase anotar dichos números en el espacio siguiente, y mantenga este líbrete como una anotación
permanente de su compra para ayudar en la identificación en el caso de robo.
This unit has been manufactured under the part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Do not attempt to make any changes or modifications to this unit.
Panasonic
Model No. CQ-DRX900U
N= De Module
Manufactured by Matsushita Communication
industrial Co., Ud.
Yokohama Japan Made in Japan
Serial No.
N° De S6rie
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FCC Rules, Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause
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Components/Remote Control Preparation
Components
1. Operating Instruction
2. Supplied Hardware
3. Power Connector
4. Remote Control Unit
5. Lithium battery (CR2025).
6. Warranty Card
Remote Control Preparation
Battery Installation
1. Remove the battery hoider.
Take hold of the holder at position B and pull it out to remove the battery by
pushing position A in the direction shown by the arrow,
2. Install the battery on the battery holder.
Set a new battery properly with its {+) side facing up as shown in the figure.
3. Insert the battery holder.
Push in the battery holder back into its original position.
• Battery Life; Approximately 6 months under normal use {at room
temperature)
Caution; Improper use of batteries may cause overheating, an explosion or
ignition, resulting in injury or a fire. Battery leakage may damage the unit.
• Do not disassemble or short the battery. Do not throw a battery into a fire.
• Keep batteries away from children to avoid the risk of accidents.
• Be careful to the disposal rules when you dispose of batteries.
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General
This manual explains mainly remote control operations. However, some operations are not functioned with a remote con
trol. In such cases, the manual gives you how to operate the functions using main unit buttons.
Power---------------------------------------
Turn the key in the ignition until the accessory indicator lights.
On: Press [PWR].
Off: Press again.
Volume
[A]: Up Note; The sound levels are respectively
[V] : Down stored in the memory for each source mode.
Source
Press [SOURCE]
to change the source.
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Radio
1
CD Player
1
CD Changer
AUXIn
{When a CD is connected)
(When CD Changer is connected)
(When AUX-IN setting is activated)
Clock Set
Note: When the power
is switched on for the
first time, a demonstra
tion message appears on
the display. To cancel
this display, press
[DISP].
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Advance
Hour adjust
(ft Press and hold [DISP] for
more than 2 seconds.
Press [<]: Hour adjustment
[A]: Advance [V]: Back
0 Press [>]: Minute adjustment
[A]: Advance [V]; Back
(ft Press [DISP]; end
BackMinute adjust
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Because the following oprations are not functioned with a remote control, use main unit buttons.
Open the
Center Speaker
Open; Press r/^1.
Close: Press again.
Note: The center speaker can not be opened or closed
while the front panel is opened completely.
Panel Angle (Tilt)
Press and hold [OPEN] (TILT) for more than 1 second
until signal sound is heard, then release.
Each time the button is pressed for 1 second and
release it, the panel angle is changed (in 3 steps).
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Open/Close the Front Panel
• Press [OPEN] to open the front panel.
Note: If nothing is changed for 20 seconds, the original panel
position will be recovered.
• To close the front panel completely, press [OPEN] again.
• To recover the original panel position, press [OPEN] again
and hold it for more than 1 second, then release.
Notes:
• When the ignition switch is turned OFF, the panel
and the center speaker are closed.
• When the ignition switch is turned ON, the panel and the
center speaker are open to secure their former positions.
Display Change
Press [DISP] to change the dispay.
When the power is on
(Example: CD Player mode)
Tiltl
Tilt 2
Tilts
When the power is off
Regula^Display
Dot Spectrum Analyzer Display
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Clock Time Display
Note: Displays differ from each source mode.
Clock Time Display
No Display
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Radio
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Radio Mode
Press [SOURCE] to change to radio
mode.
Band
Press [BAND).
FM1
FM2
Note: The stereo indicator lights during reception of an
FM stereo broadcast.
STEREO
Display Change
FM3
AM(MW)
Tuning
[>]: Up
[<]: Down
Press and hold [>] or [<] for more
than 0.5 seconds, then release. Seeking
will start.
Press [DISP] to change the display.
Band Frequency
Regular Display
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Dot Spectrum Analyzer Display
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Clock Time Display
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Selection of a preset station in a one-touch action
Up to 6 stations each can be saved in the FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM (MW) preset station memories.
Manual Preset
Memory
Save the desired staion in
preset memory manually
Preset Number Frequency
Frequency Preset Number
V____________________J
Auto Preset
Memory
Save stations in good
receiving condition in preset
memory automatically
Select a band (step O, Oon the previous page)
Press and hold [A] or [V] for
more than 2 seconds.
Press [A] or [V].
Press [>] or [<].
Press and hold [A] or [V] for
more than 2 seconds.
Select a band (step O, O on the previous page)
Press and hold [BAND] for more
than 2 seconds.
• The 6 strongest available stations
will be automatically saved in the
memory under preset numbers 1
to 6.
• Once set, the preset stations are
sequentially scanned for 5 sec
onds each.
• To stop the scanning, press [A]
or[V],
preset number blinks
^selkt^ preset number
A.
Station frequency
blinks once
Preset Station
Calling
Note: The stations manually preset on the selected band will be deleted.
• Adjust the Sub-Woofer output level (<=> page 26)
It is also interlocked with the preout (rear speaker output).
• 8A17FAD, POSITION, SDBB and Space settings for rear speaker output will
be invalid.
Front
Rear
SBC-SW ON
A.
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Sound Settings and Sound Space
Regular Мойе
HUMAN EQ
GRAPHIC EQ
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BAL//FAD
POSITION SEL
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SUPER BASS
SDBB SELECT
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Press [SEL] to
select
Center Speaker Output
Sound image is raised and oriented toward
the center forward.
Adjust the Center
Speaker Volume
(Center Speaker Volume Level)
Default: 0
Setting range : -oo, -10 to+10
by 2dB(decibel) step
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CENTER LEVEL
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Adjust the Sense of
Distance
(Center Speaker Delay Time)
Default: 0
Setting range: -10 to +10
1 step = 0.0003 seconds
Press [SEL]
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Adjustment Procedure
Open the center speaker. ('=>pageii)
Select
CENTER LEVEL
1. Adjust the center speaker volume.
Adjust the volume so that middle tone such as vocal is oriented tovi/ard the
center forward without adding DSP effect to the center speaker. (Center
speaker delay time ;0, sound space: Space off)
2. AdJust the sound space and the center speaker delay time.
S.Adjust the center speaker volume again.
Adjust the volume to suit with the sound space setting.
Press [<] or [>] @ Set Up : Press [A] or [V]
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Press [>] to select
CENTER LEVEL
[A]: Up
[V] • Down
-oo : No sound from the center speaker
Press [<] to select
CENTER DELAY
[A] : Longer delay time, farther sound image
(center speaker output gets later)
[V]; Shorter delay time, closer sound image.
(center speaker output gets earlier)
0 : Both outputs between other speakers and center speaker get