Panasonic cr-cm120u Operation Manual

Safety Information

WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver with CD Changer Control

CQ-C1401U

Receiver with Microphone Ready

Model: CR-CM120U

Operating Instructions

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

and keep this manual for future reference.

English

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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 installation

Warning

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.

❑

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.

❑

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.

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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 installation instruc-

Caution

tions. 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.

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.

❑

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.

❑

To prevent the microphone from howling, keep proper
distance between the microphone and the speaker.

❑

Decrease the volume immediately whenever the howl­ing is generated.

Failure to heed this may damage your hearing and speakers.

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.

❑

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

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

❑

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.

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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.

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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)

❑

The microphone input on this unit is only for specially
designated microphone unit.

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.

Specifications

General

Power supply :DC 12 V (11 V – 16 V DC), test voltage

Current consumption :Less than 2.2 A
Maximum power output :50 W x 4 channels (at 1 kHz), volume

Tone adjustment range :Bass: ±12 dB at 100 Hz,

Speaker impedance :4 – 8 Ω
Dimensions (W x H x D) :178 x 50 x 155 mm

Weight :0.8 kg{1 lbs. 12 oz}

14.4 V, negative ground

control maximum

Treble: ±12 dB at 10 kHz

{7” x 1 15/16” x 6 2/16”}

AUX input

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

Accessories

Instruction kit

Operating Instructions

(YFM264C173CA)

Q'ty: 1

Installation Instructions

(YFM294C158CA)

Q'ty: 1

Product Registration Card

Q'ty: 1

Customer Care Plan

Q'ty: 1

Notes:

¡ The number in parentheses underneath each accessory part name is the part number for maintenance and service.
¡ Accessories and their part numbers are subject to modification without prior notice due to improvements.
¡ Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are mounted on the main unit at shipment.

Installation kit (ZZBISC1101U-J)

Lock Cancel Plate

(FX0214C385ZA)

Mounting Bolt

(YEJV014C002N)

Rubber Bushing

(YFS014C095ZA)

FM Stereo Radio

Frequency range :87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz
Usable sensitivity :11.0 dBf (75 Ω)
50 dB quieting sensitivity :15.2 dBf (75 Ω)
Frequency response :30 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB)
Alternate channel selectivity :75 dB
Stereo separation :35 dB (1 kHz)
Image rejection ratio :55 dB
IF rejection ratio : 100 dB
Signal/noise ratio : 62 dB

AM Radio

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

Above specifications comply with EIA standards.

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

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.

Mounting Collar

(FX0214C384ZB)

Q'ty: 2

Q'ty: 1

Q'ty: 1

Trim Plate

(YFC054C079YA)

Power Connector

(YGAJ021012)

Q'ty: 1

Q'ty: 1

Q'ty: 1

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.

U.S.A.

Customer Services Directory
(United States and Puerto Rico)

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:
(United States and Puerto Rico)

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:

Customer Services Directory

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

Limited Warranty

U.S.A.

Limited Warranty
(For USA and Puerto Rico Only)

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

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) One (1) Year One (1) Year

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 and Puerto Rico call
1-800-211-PANA (7262) or visit
Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

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 infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty instal­lation, set-up adjustment, maladjustment of consumer control, improper
maintenance, improper antenna, inadequate signal reception or pickup,
power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning, modification, com-

Two (2) Years Two (2) Years

One (1) Year Not Applicable

Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable

mercial use (such as use in hotels, offices, restaurants, or other business
uses) or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than the
technician from Factory Servicenter or other authorized service centers,
or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Customer’s Record
Model

No.
Serial

No.
Dealer’s

No.
Code

No.
Dealer’s

Address
Date of

Purchase

© Panasonic Corporation 2008

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

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

YFM264C173CA PTW0808-1128 Printed in China

Maintenance

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.

the Unit

Cleaning

Fuse

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

Warning

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

directly without a fuse could cause fire or damage to the unit. If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest

authorized Panasonic Servicenter.