Panasonic CQ C9901U User Manual

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WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver with 512 Color OEL Display  
Récepteur/lecteur CD avec écran OEL de 512 couleurs et lecture WMA/MP3  
Reproductor de CD, WMA y MP3/receptor con pantalla OEL de 512 colores  
CQ-C9901U  
WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver with Full Dot Matrix Display  
Récepteur/lecteur CD avec afficheur matriciel et lecture WMA/MP3  
Reproductor de CD, WMA y MP3/receptor con pantalla de matriz de puntos completa  
CS  
SRC  
CQ-C9801U/C9701U  
(CQ-C9901U)  
Operatting Innstrucctions  
Manueel d’innstrucctions  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Panasonic Consumer  
Panasonic Sales Company,  
Division of Matsushita Electric  
of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)  
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5  
San Gabriel Industrial Park,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
5770 Ambler Drive,  
Mississauga, Ontario  
L4W 2T3  
TEXT  
Electronics Company,  
Division of Matsushita Electric  
Corporation of America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,  
New Jersey 07094  
¡Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before using this product  
and keep this manual for future reference.  
¡Prière de lire attentivement ces instructions (y compris la “Garantie limitée” et le “Répertoire des services à la clientèle”) avant  
d’utiliser ce produit et conserver ce mode d’emploi pour s’y référer ultérieurement.  
¡Lea estas instrucciones cuidadosamente antes de usar este producto y guarde este manual para usar como referencia futura.  
YEFM285646A  
ND1104-1015  
Printed in China  
Imprimé en Chine  
Impreso en China  
Safety Information  
Before Reading These Instructions  
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The following applies only in the U.S.A.  
Part 15 of the FCC Rules  
POWER  
SOURCE MENU  
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX  
OO-OOOOO  
Caution  
SEL  
SRC  
VOL  
SET  
BAND  
MUTE  
1
2
3
REPEAT  
6
RANDOM SCAN  
4
5
7
8
0
9
TUNE  
TUNE  
THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.  
#
NUMBER  
DISP  
CAR AUDIO  
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 YOUR-  
SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.  
FCC Warning:  
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this  
equipment would void the user's authority to operate  
this device.  
Operating Instructions  
(YEFM285646)  
Installation Instructions  
(YEFM293921)  
Owners Information  
Card  
Remote Control Unit  
(Includes a battery:  
CR2025)  
Instruction kit  
(EUR7641010)  
Q'ty: 1  
Q'ty: 1 set  
Lock Cancel Plate  
Mounting Bolt  
Tapping Screw  
(5 mmø x 16 mm)  
Hex. Nut  
(5 mmø)  
Q'ty: 1  
Q'ty: 2  
Q'ty: 1  
Q'ty: 1  
Installation kit (YEP0FZ5701)  
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.  
Power Connector  
(YEAJ02871)  
Trim Plate  
Mounting Collar  
(YEFX0217222)  
Removable Face Plate  
Case  
(YEFA131646)  
CQ-C9901U  
WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver with 512 Color OEL  
(Organic electroluminescence) Display  
CQ-C9801U/C9701U  
WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver with Full Dot Matrix  
Display  
(YEFC05654):  
CQ-C9801U, C9701U  
(YEFC05655):  
CQ-C9901U  
Q'ty: 1  
Q'ty: 1  
Q'ty: 1  
Q'ty: 1  
This operating instruction manual is for 3 models CQ-C9901U, CQ-C9801U and CQ-C9701U.  
The difference among these models’ are mentioned below.  
All screens and main body illustrations in this book represent CQ-C9901U unless otherwise specified.  
Models  
CQ-C9901U  
512 Color OEL  
CQ-C9801U / CQ-C9701U  
Full Dot Matrix (Light Blue)  
Features  
Display unit  
Rear Support Strap  
(YEFG04019)  
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.  
Q'ty: 1  
¡Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are mounted on the main unit at shipment.  
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CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U  
CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U  
Service and Warranty  
U.S.A.  
CANADA  
U.S.A.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied war-  
ranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.  
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,  
DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
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:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
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  
WARRANTY SERVICE  
For product operation and information assistance, please  
contact your Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at:  
Telephone #: (905) 624-5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360  
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 con-  
tact 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.  
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  
For product repairs, please contact one of the following:  
•Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized  
Servicentre nearest you.  
•Our Customer Care Centre at (905) 624-5505 or  
PANASONIC AUTO PRODUCTS  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
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  
LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE  
If your product does not work properly because of defects in materi-  
als and workmanship.  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company  
(collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the peri-  
od indicated in the chart below, which starts with the date of original pur-  
chase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with  
new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or refurbished prod-  
uct. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.  
•A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:  
Richmond, British  
Columbia  
Calgary, Alberta  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
th  
Accessory Purchases:  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
12111 Riverside Way  
Richmond, BC V6W 1K8  
Tel: (604) 278-4211  
Fax: (604) 278-5627  
6835-8 St. N. E. Calgary,  
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online  
for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:  
AB T2E 7H7  
Tel: (403) 295-3955  
Fax: (403) 274-5493  
Categories  
Parts  
Labor  
Audio Components (except items listed below) One (1) Year  
One (1) Year  
or, send your request by E-mail to:  
Date of  
Purchase  
MXE Series Audio Components (except items Two (2) Years Two (2) Years  
listed below)  
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)  
Mississauga, Ontario  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
5770 Ambler Dr.  
Mississauga, ON L4W 2T3 Lachine, QC H8T 1C4  
Tel: (905) 624-8447  
Fax: (905) 238-2418  
Lachine, Quebec  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
3075, rue Louis A. Amos  
Speakers  
One (1) Year  
Not Applicable  
Accessories (in exchange for defective items) Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable  
CANADA  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
During the “Labor” warranty period, there will be no charge for labor.  
During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts.  
You must carry in or mail in your product during the warranty period.  
If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted.  
This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the  
United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the  
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A  
purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is  
required for warranty service.  
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3  
Tel: (514) 633-8684  
Fax: (514) 633-8020  
PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-886-  
605-1277  
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.  
Service in Puerto Rico  
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.  
Panasonic Sales Company  
Factory Servicenter:  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
CAR AUDIO PRODUCT – ONE (1) YEAR, PARTS AND LABOUR  
(The labour to install or remove the product is not warranted)  
CARRY-IN OR MAIL-IN SERVICE  
For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States, call 1-800-211-  
PANA (7262) or visit  
For assistance in Puerto Rico, call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-  
750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.  
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 PARTIC-  
ULAR 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.  
Phone (787) 750-4300, Fax (787) 768-2910  
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 cosmet-  
ic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which  
occurred during shipment, failures which are caused by products not  
supplied by the warrantor, failures which result from accident, misuse,  
abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installa-  
tion, 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 serv-  
ice 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 RESULT-  
ING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY  
BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages  
for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed  
unit if applicable, travel to and from the sevicer, and loss of media,  
data or other memory contents. The items listed are not exclusive,  
but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WAR-  
RANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,  
ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.  
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE  
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in  
the original carton.  
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of the date of original  
purchase.  
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CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U  
CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U  
Features  
Contents  
Note: If you enable CS Auto, the following functions are  
Full Digital CD Receiver  
automatically disabled:  
English  
The CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U uses Radio DSP for  
digital conversion and processing of FM/AM signals, and  
a digital amp to provide amplification of the digital data.  
With this technology, Panasonic achieves full digital  
processing of radio and CD signals from input to speaker  
output. This means faithful reproduction of the original  
sound.  
SQ, POSITION, BASS/TREBLE, BALANCE/FADER, SUB-  
WOOFER LEVEL, LPF, HPF, SBC-SW  
Français  
Español  
50  
98  
SQ (Sound Quality)  
You have six preset modes (FLAT, POP, ROCK, VOCAL,  
JAZZ, CLUB). You can customize your settings for these  
(except FLAT) and save them for instant recall.  
SQ9 (9-Band Sound Quality)  
Radio DSP  
By digitally converting and processing FM/AM broadcast  
signals, this greatly reduces adjacent interference and  
multipath distortion.  
Center frequency and level are adjustable in each of nine  
bands. This lets you fine tune sound quality for each  
genre to suit car-interior acoustics and your personal  
preferences. (a page 18)  
¡Safety Information  
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4
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¡Before Reading These Instructions  
¡Service and Warranty  
¡Features  
A radio's IF filter has the job of preventing neighboring  
broadcast frequencies from interfering with reception of  
your desired station. Panasonic's Radio DSP uses an  
advanced algorithm to perform this task with digital  
control. It maintains the optimum balance between noise  
suppression and sound quality by automatically adjusting  
the IF filter bandwidth in response to the changing  
interference characteristics as you drive.  
Full lineup of optional parts  
TM  
An optional XM Direct Receiver allows you to receive  
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the XM radio service. A DVD changer instead of an XM  
TM  
Direct receiver is also connectable. (a page 30)  
¡Controls Layout  
¡Preparation  
¡General  
10  
12  
14  
18  
¡ Toll free number  
XM Tuner P/N: XMD1000  
Call 1-800-XM-RADIO (96-72346)  
Extension cord P/N: XMDPAN100  
Call 1-800-942-TERK (8375)  
Fully Motorized Front Panel  
A touch is all it takes to slide the front panel down for  
access to the disc slot. A three-stage tilt function permits  
viewing angle to be adjusted to 15, 25 or 35 degrees for  
optimum display visibility.  
¡Sound Control  
The XM name and related logos are trademarks of XM  
Satellite Radio Inc.  
You can also enjoy watching DVDs if the optional DVD  
changer and display unit are connected.  
256x64 pixel 512-color OEL display  
(CQ-C9901U only)  
¡Radio  
¡CD Player  
¡MP3/WMA Player  
¡XM Tuner (XM Direct receiver)  
¡Disc Changer (when CDs or MP3 discs are loaded)  
¡Disc Changer (when DVDs or VCDs are loaded)  
21  
24  
26  
30  
32  
34  
Notes:  
Multicolored expression can be achieved thanks to OEL  
display. You can use this unit in your original way in  
collaboration with the customization function.  
TM  
¡A changer and an XM Direct receiver are not con-  
nectable at the same time.  
TM  
¡To connect the XM Direct receiver (XMD1000), it is  
Sound Control  
TM  
required to use an optional extension cord  
CS Auto (Circle Surround Automotive)  
CS Auto allows your car interior to change to a splendid  
audio room in a moment. Every speaker can be fine-  
tuned. (a page 18)  
(XMDPAN100) that is produced by XM exclusively for  
Panasonic products.  
*CS Auto, TruBass, FOCUS, SRS and  
symbol are  
trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.  
CS Auto technology is incorporated under license from  
SRS Labs, Inc.  
¡Audio Setting  
¡Function Setting  
¡Display Setting  
¡Customize the Display (Customize Function)  
¡Troubleshooting  
¡Error Display Messages  
¡Notes on Discs  
¡Maintenance  
¡Contents by Functions  
¡Specifications  
36  
38  
39  
40  
42  
46  
47  
48  
48  
49  
Delightful sound space thanks to system buildup  
Headrest Monitor: CY-V7100U (Option)  
*XM DirectTM receiver  
XMD1000: manufactured by XM Satellite Radio  
(Option)  
CQ-C9901U/C9801U/  
CQ-C9701U  
Head unit  
*DVD Changer  
CX-DH801U  
(Option)  
Sub-Woofer  
(Option)  
TM  
*A changer and an XM Direct receiver  
are not connectable at the same time.  
Stereo/Mono  
Power Amplifier (Option)  
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CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U  
CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U  
Controls Layout  
Note: This instruction manual explains operations for use with the buttons on the main unit. (Different operations excluded)  
Number Buttons  
0
9
~
POWER  
SOURCE  
MENU  
SEL  
VOL  
SRC  
#
SRC Source  
PWR Power  
SEL Select  
VOL Volume  
}:Up  
NUMBER Number  
MENU  
{:Down  
RANDOM RANDOM  
TILT  
SRC Source  
VOLUME  
P·SET Preset  
4
POWER  
SOURCE  
OPEN (eject)  
PUSH SEL Select  
PWR Power  
DISC  
MENU  
SEL  
SRC  
(FOLDER  
)
SCAN  
VOL  
SCAN  
SET  
5
SET  
BAND  
BAND  
MUTE  
CS  
MUTE  
BAND  
SET  
APM Auto Preset  
Memory  
REPEAT  
CS Circle Surround Automotive  
SQ Sound Quality  
MENU  
DIM Dimmer  
5
1
2
3
REPEAT  
6
/
Pause/Play  
y
REPEAT  
6
RANDOM SCAN  
MUTE  
BAND  
SET  
4
5
SBC·SW Super Bass  
Control·Subwoofer  
7
TUNE  
9
TUNE  
8
0
7
9
APM Auto Preset  
Memory  
DISP  
#
NUMBER  
DISP  
TUNE  
CS  
SRC  
TRACK (FILE)  
DISP Display  
CAR AUDIO  
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0
P·SET (Preset)  
DISC (FOLDER)  
TUNE  
TRACK (FILE)  
One-touch operation is available for selecting a track  
playing style by use of [4] (RANDOM), [5] (SCAN), or  
[6] (REPEAT). (For a Folder/Disc playing style, hold  
down the same button for 2 sec. or more.)  
MUTE  
D•M Direct Memory  
Release  
DISP Display  
SBC·SW Super Bass  
Control·Subwoofer  
Direct Access  
A track (CD mode), disc (Disc changer), file, folder  
(MP3/WMA mode) and channel (XM) can be directly  
selected.  
Example: Track number 5  
Press [#] (NUMBER).  
1
2
3
Press [5].  
Press [BAND] (SET).  
Disc slot  
10  
11  
CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U  
CQ-C9901U/C9801U/C9701U  
Preparation  
When the power is switched on for the first time, a  
demonstration message appears on the display. Press  
You may need to set the following depending on the  
devices to be connected.  
Connecting an AV device (TV, VTR)  
If you connect TV to AUX1 terminal, set the AUX1 setting  
to TV.  
[DISP] to change to regular mode.  
CS  
SRC  
Using Subwoofer  
¡Subwoofer level adjustment (apage 36)  
¡Subwoofer low pass filter (apage 36)  
Set your car’s ignition switch to the ACC  
1
Press [SRC] (Source) to select the  
AUX1 mode. (apage 16)  
or ON position.  
The demonstration screen appears.  
1
TM  
Connecting an XM Direct receiver  
Example: CQ-C9901U  
Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-  
play.  
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
2
Preparation:  
TM  
¡Connect the optional XM Direct receiver (XMD1000).  
TM  
¡
To connect the XM Direct receiver (XMD1000), it is  
required to use an optional extension cord (XMDPAN100)  
that is produced by XM exclusively for Panasonic prod-  
ucts.  
Press [DISP] (Display).  
The demonstration screen is cancelled, and no more  
appears.  
2
Note: If you would like to turn on the power and make  
the demonstration message appear, hold down [SRC]  
(PWR: Power) for 4 sec. or more after turning off the  
power in other than the XM mode.  
Getting Started  
It is required to sign up to become an XM Satellite Radio  
subscriber. After checking your XM Satellite Radio ID,  
sign up on the XM’s website or by calling them.  
Press [BAND] (SET) to adjust.  
3
: TV  
Preparation Before Initial Use  
Pull the insulation film out  
from the backside of  
Warning  
: Other devices (Default)  
Check of XM Satellite Radio ID  
¡Write down the ID indicated on the lower right of  
your XM Direct receiver (XMD1000).  
¡Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of  
infants. If an infant ingests a battery, please seek  
immediate medical attention.  
1
TM  
Note: When using an external TV unit manufactured by  
a third party, select the TV mode.  
remote control gently.  
¡Check the ID shown by tuning your XM Radio to  
channel 0. (apage 30)  
Caution  
¡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 overheat-  
ing, an explosion or ignition, resulting in injury  
or a fire.  
Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust-  
ment.  
4
Insulation film  
Activate the XM Satellite Radio  
Select either of the below to sign up.  
2
Battery Replacement  
¡Phone number: 1-800-XM-RADIO (96-72346)  
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  
Tough pointed object  
Back side  
Note: Refer to the operating instructions for the XM  
TM  
Direct receiver for details.  
Note:  
¡Battery Information:  
Battery Type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025)  
(Included in the remote control)  
Battery Life: Approximately 6 months under nor-  
mal use (at room temperature)  
same time.  
w
Note: Adjust the clock when “ADJUST” appears on the  
display.  
Adjust the setting value.  
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.  
q
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2
Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-  
play.  
1
[[]: Adjusting minutes  
[]]: Adjusting hours  
[}]: Forward  
3
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
The following functions are activated when the Security  
¡The alarm sounds and the message appears on the  
screen to warn you to remove the face plate at power  
off.  
[{]: Backward  
Press []] or [[] to display the DIS-  
Function is ON. (a page 38)  
2
Press [BAND] (SET) to confirm the  
adjustment.  
PLAY menu.  
¡The security indicator blinks when removing the face  
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plate.  
Press [{] to select “CLOCK ADJ”.  
Press [BAND] (SET) to confirm the dis-  
3
4
Press [MENU].  
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
7
play.  
Security Indicator  
12  
13  
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General  
This chapter explains how to turn on or off the power, how to adjust the volume, etc.  
Power on  
Open/Eject  
CS  
SRC  
S
Press [SRC] (PWR: Power).  
Press [ ] (OPEN).  
When a disc is already loaded, the disc will automatically  
be ejected.  
CS  
SRC  
Notes:  
¡The opening screen appears. You can overwrite the  
opening screen (moving picture) with new one. (a  
page 40)  
¡When the power is switched on for the first time, a  
demonstration message appears on the display. Press  
[DISP] to change to regular mode. (apage 12)  
Tilt  
Cautions:  
The display angle changes among 4 levels as follows  
Power off  
¡To avoid damaging the face plate, do not push it  
down or place objects on it while it is open.  
¡Do not pinch your finger or hand in the face plate.  
¡Do not insert foreign objects into the disc slots.  
¡For the following cases, the face plate automatical-  
ly closes. Use caution not to catch your finger.  
¡After a lapse of 20 seconds  
every time you hold down [  
] (TILT) for 1 sec. or  
more and release.  
Hold down [SRC] (PWR: Power) for 2 sec.  
or more.  
Note: The ending screen appears. You can overwrite the  
ending screen (moving picture) with new one. (apage  
40)  
¡When a disc is inserted  
¡When the face plate is removed (apage 14)  
You can remove the face  
plate to prevent it from  
being stolen.  
Put the face plate in the case.  
Note: The last selected  
angle is maintained even  
after turning off the power.  
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TILT 1  
TILT 2  
Close  
TILT 3  
OPEN  
Press [ ] (OPEN).  
TILT OFF  
Mounting  
q Up  
w Down  
Removing  
Slide the left side of the face plate in  
1
Turn off the power. (apage 14)  
place.  
1
Setting Range: 0 to 40  
Default: 18  
Notes:  
Press [  
] (Release).  
2
¡The volume level can be set independently for each  
source. (For radio, one volume setting for AM, one  
volume setting for all FMs)  
(The face plate disen-  
gages with a click when  
it is removed.)  
¡The volume is not adjustable while an error display is  
on the monitor. (apage 46)  
The face plate automati-  
cally closes in 5 sec-  
onds if it is open or tilt-  
ed.  
The power is automatically turned off while the unit  
is active.  
Press the right end of the face plate  
until “click” is heard.  
2
Volume off (down)  
Press [ ](MUTE).  
CS  
SRC  
Cautions:  
¡It is recommended to remove or mount the face  
plate when the plate is at the closed position.  
Do not remove or mount the face plate when the  
plate is in motion.  
¡This face plate is not waterproof. Do not expose it to  
water or excessive moisture.  
¡Do not remove the face plate while driving your car.  
¡Do not place the face plate on the dashboard or  
nearby areas where the temperature rises to high  
levels.  
¡Do not touch the contacts on the face plate or on the  
main unit, since this may result in poor electrical  
contacts.  
¡If dirt or other foreign substances get on the con-  
tacts, wipe them off with clean and dry cloth.  
¡To avoid damaging the face plate, do not push it  
down or place objects on it while it is open.  
Cancel  
Press [ ](MUTE) again.  
Note:  
Volume-down range can be specified. ( page  
a
38)  
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General  
The display changes as follows every time [DISP] is  
pressed.  
The source changes as follows every time [SRC]  
(Source) is pressed.  
CS  
SRC  
S
Note: You can select a graphic pattern and a still image  
from originally stored data. (apage 39) You can also use  
your original images. (Customize Function apage 40)  
CS  
SRC  
At power-on:  
Mode  
Display OFF  
All displays disappear in 5 seconds.  
Radio  
FM1, FM2, FM3, AM (apage 21)  
Auxiliary (AUX2)  
When connecting CD Changer, DVD Changer (apage  
Folder hierarchy (MP3/WMA mode only.)  
32, 34)  
Ordinary display + clock  
Player  
When loading CD (apage 24)  
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XM Satellite Radio category (XM Direct receiver mode only)  
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When connecting XM Direct receiver (apage 30)  
Ordinary display + graphic pattern  
Only graphic pattern  
Only still image  
When loading MP3/WMA disc (apage 26)  
When connecting a device that is not  
compatible with this unit  
Ordinary display + still image  
Auxiliary (AUX 1)  
When connecting a TV  
At power-off:  
Note: Please connect a CD changer or a DVD changer to  
AUX2. (aInstallation Instructions)  
Clock display (default)  
When connecting a device that is not compatible with  
this unit  
Off  
The dimmer level changes as follows every time you hold  
down [MENU] (DIM:Dimmer) for 2 sec. or more.  
CS  
SRC  
Brighter (Default)  
Medium  
Darker  
Note: This setting is not adjustable with the remote  
control.  
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GSeonund Control  
CS Auto allows your car interior to change to a splendid  
audio room in a moment. Every speaker can be fine-  
tuned.  
You can optimize the performance of CS Auto (Circle  
Surround Automotive) by following the steps below.  
CS AUTO MODE  
Three-dimensional natural sound field is reproduced with  
clarity in response to sound.  
CS  
SRC  
Set the CS Auto mode to on.  
1
Hold down [CS] (Circle Surround) for 2  
sec. or more to display the audio menu  
display.  
You can toggle the CS Auto function on and off every  
time you press [CS] (Circle Surround). Select CS Auto  
on or off after setting each item.  
2
: Music  
(default in other than the AM mode)  
: Cinema  
CS  
SRC  
Note: If you enable CS Auto, the following functions are  
automatically disabled:  
: Monaural (default in the AM mode)  
SQ, POSITION, BASS/TREBLE, BALANCE/FADER, SUB-  
WOOFER LEVEL, LPF, HPF, SBC-SW  
Lights when CS Auto is activated.  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to adjust.  
3
4
You have six preset modes (FLAT, POP, ROCK, VOCAL,  
JAZZ, CLUB).  
CS  
SRC  
SQ9 (9-Band Sound Quality)  
Center frequency and level are adjustable in each of nine  
bands. This lets you fine tune sound quality for each  
genre to suit car-interior acoustics and your personal  
preferences.  
Press [DISP] to confirm the adjustment.  
You can toggle the SQ function on and off every  
time you press [CS] (SQ).  
Notes:  
¡Each SQ level is changeable. (apage 20)  
¡If you enable SQ, the following functions are  
automatically disabled:  
CS Auto, F-TruBass, R-TruBass, S.W.-TruBass,  
F-Focus, R-Focus, F-R MIX  
Lights when SQ is activated.  
(Hidden in the FLAT mode)  
SBC-SW: Super Bass Control-Subwoofer  
The rear speaker can be used as a substitutional  
subwoofer when a subwoofer is not connected.  
CS  
SRC  
Holding down [  
] (SBC-SW) for 2 sec. or more  
toggles SBC-SW on and off.  
Off (default)  
On  
Notes:  
Lights when SBC-SW is activated.  
¡If ON is selected, the settings of subwoofer level  
adjustment and subwoofer low pass filter are activat-  
ed. (apage 36)  
¡When SBC-SW is set to ON, the CS mode automatical-  
ly turns off.  
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Sound Control  
Radio  
A radio DSP is integrated into this unit. The IF filter allows the radio to adjust the bandwidth automatically to maintain optimum  
reception.  
You can make a fine adjustment of SQ and Position.  
SQ PRESET SELECT  
Select your favorite type from 6 kinds of SQ Presets.  
Set the SQ mode to on.  
1
2
CS  
SRC  
S
Press [SRC] (Source) to select the  
1
2
Hold down [CS] (SQ) for 2 sec. or more  
radio mode.  
to display the audio menu display.  
Press [BAND] to select a band.  
Note: You can also select the SQ preset number by  
pressing [1] to [6] on the remote control.  
CS  
SRC  
Select a station.  
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SQ ADJUSTMENT (SQ9)  
You can make a fine adjustment to the currently selected  
SQ presetting in each type (except FLAT).  
Frequency adjustment  
[]] (TUNE): Lower  
[[] (TUNE): Higher  
Press [}] or [{] to select a function to  
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4
Note: Hold down for 0.5 sec. or more and release  
be adjusted.  
for station search.  
[]][[]: Frequency band  
selection  
Notes:  
Preset station selection  
qw:  
Frequency selection  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to adjust.  
¡For tuning in on only stations whose receiving condi-  
tions are good in the station search, set LOCAL to ON.  
(apage 23)  
¡For reducing noise when a receiving FM stereo wave  
is weak, set MONO to ON. (apage 23)  
[}][{]: Level up/down  
[{] (P·SET: Preset):  
Lower preset number  
Higher preset number  
Note: If you hold down [BAND] for 2 sec. or more, the  
[}] (P·SET: Preset):  
presetting that is called up can be turned into the default.  
Note:  
SQ PRESET MEMORY  
The current value is assigned to one of SQ preset 2 to 6.  
¡Direct Access can be executed with [1] to [6]  
buttons on remote control.  
Adjust the setting value.  
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6
[}][{][]][[]: Select  
¡Stations in FM 1 to 3 are sequentially selectable  
without changing bands when “ALL BAND” is  
selected in “AUTO PRESET”.  
[BAND] (SET):  
Confirm  
Press [DISP] to confirm the adjustment.  
Select a preset number by pressing [}],  
1
[{], []] or [[].  
Hold down [BAND] for 2 sec. or more.  
2
Note: You can also select the SQ preset number by  
pressing [2] to [6] on the remote control, and assign the  
current value to the selected preset number by holding  
down the same button for 2 sec. or more.  
Preset Number  
Band  
Frequency  
POSITION  
You can make the optimal sound field in accordance with  
your seat.  
Indicates the intensity of  
the radio wave.  
Lights while receiving an FM stereo signal.  
(“STEREO”: CQ-C9801U, CQ-C9701U)  
Lights when LOCAL is  
activated. (apage 23)  
Lights when MONO is activated.  
(apage 23)  
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Radio  
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 CD mode  
or the CD changer mode is activated. (Default: FM 87.9  
MHz)  
In the AM mode, only NOISE SUPPRESSION and LOCAL  
can be selected.  
NOISE SUPPRESSION  
IF filter setting for noise suppression  
: Wide range  
CS  
SRC  
Press [MENU] to  
display the menu  
display.  
1
:
Middle range (default)  
: Narrow range  
Note: For the use of an FM transmitter, it is useful  
for users to register applicable frequencies on D•M  
(Direct Memory).  
For using the remote  
control, hold down  
[MENU] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
AUTO PRESET  
You can select 6 or 18 stations for FM presetting with the  
use of APM.  
D•M station calling  
Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be  
2
Press [D•M] (Direct Memory).  
1
adjusted.  
:
D•M station writing  
Presets 6 stations to FM1 to FM3 respectively, that is, 18  
stations in total at the same time. This function is useful  
for presetting more than 6 stations. (default)  
Select a station you would like to preset.  
1
2
Lights when the D•M mode is activated.  
:
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to adjust.  
3
Hold down [D•M] (Direct Memory) for  
2 sec. or more.  
Presets 6 stations with good reception to the selected  
band from FM1 to FM3. This function is useful for preset-  
ting stations in different areas in different bands.  
Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust-  
ment.  
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For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
PRESET EDIT  
You can arrange the order of the preset stations. Preset  
stations can be reordered as you like after executing APM  
or the like.  
Up to 6 stations can be preset in AM, FM1, FM2, and FM3  
respectively.  
Manual station preset  
Press [}], [{], []] or [[] to select one  
1
Preset stations can be simply called up by pressing [}]  
Tune in to a station.  
1
station to be interchanged.  
(P·SET) or [{] (P·SET).  
Hold down [}] or [{] for 2 sec. or  
Notes:  
2
3
4
Press [BAND] to confirm your selection.  
2
more.  
¡Direct Access can be executed with [1] to [6] buttons  
on remote control.  
¡You can switch between 6 and 18 for FM presetting  
stations. (apage 23)  
Press [}], [{], []] or [[] to select the  
3
Select a preset number by pressing [}]  
other station to be interchanged.  
or [{].  
Press [BAND] to confirm your selection.  
4
¡Preset stations are changeable. (apage 23)  
Preset the station by holding down [}]  
Auto Preset Memory (APM)  
Stations with good receiving conditions are automatically  
preset.  
or [{] for 2 sec. or more.  
Calling an FM station registered on D•M.  
RADIO AUDIO FILTER  
You can select the reception status (band) of FM stations  
registered on D•M.  
Select a band.  
1
2
Frequency/preset number blinks once.  
MONO (Monaural)  
Noise reduction when the signal strength decreases  
: Receiving in stereo (default)  
Hold down [BAND]  
(APM) for 2 sec.  
or more.  
Notes:  
: OFF (default)  
: High cut level 1  
¡New stations overwrite existing saved stations.  
¡In step 2, a station can be registered by holding down  
the numeric button [1] to [6] for 2 sec. or more.  
¡To stop presetting stations, press [DISP] (Display).  
: Receiving in mono and reducing the noise level  
The preset stations under best receiving conditions  
are received for 5 sec. each after presetting the sta-  
tions (SCAN). To stop scanning, press [}] or [{].  
: High cut level 2  
LOCAL  
Note: New stations overwrite existing saved stations.  
Setting when searching for a station  
: Searching even for a relatively low-intensity  
radio wave station (default)  
: Searching only for a high-intensity radio wave  
station  
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CD Player  
When a disc is already loaded, press [SRC] (Source) to  
select the CD mode.  
Cautions:  
¡Refer to the section on “Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM,  
CD-R, CD-RW)” (apage 47).  
¡This unit does not support a MIX mode CD (a CD containing  
both CD-DA and MP3/WMA data). In case of using such a  
CD, problems may occur such as anacoustic playback.  
¡This unit does not support 8 cm {3˝ } discs.  
¡Do not use irregularly shaped discs. (apage 47)  
¡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  
panel is in motion.  
¡Do not insert foreign matter into the disc slots.  
Press [ ] (OPEN) to open the face  
plate.  
1
CS  
SRC  
When a disc is already loaded (  
lights), the disc  
will automatically be ejected.  
Load a disc with the label-side facing up.  
2
The face plate closes automatically, and the unit rec-  
ognizes the disc and starts playing automatically,  
too.  
Select a desired track.  
3
4
Track selection  
[7] (TRACK): Next track  
[6] (TRACK): Preceding track (press twice)  
Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.  
Random and Repeat play can be set.  
Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-  
1
play.  
For using the remote  
control, hold down  
[MENU] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
RANDOM  
Pause  
Press [BAND] (  
: Off (default)  
).  
5
/
h
: Random playback  
Press again to cancel.  
Press [ ] (OPEN/eject) to eject the  
REPEAT  
Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be  
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3
disc.  
: Off (default)  
adjusted.  
Track number  
Time  
: Playing the current track repeatedly  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to adjust.  
TEXT  
Text display  
: Enabled (default)  
: Disabled  
Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust-  
ment.  
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For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
CD-TEXT display  
Notes:  
Play Mode indicators  
Lights when the disc is  
loaded.  
Lights when each mode is  
activated.  
¡For scrolling text, hold down [DISP] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
¡“NO TEXT” is displayed when there is no information  
on the disc.  
Play Mode Selection  
One-touch operation is available for selecting a track  
Direct Access  
A track can be directly selected.  
playing style by use of [RANDOM] or [REPEAT].  
Example: track number 5  
Press [#] (NUMBER).  
1
RANDOM  
Press [5].  
Press [RANDOM] (Random).  
2
Press [SET].  
Press again to cancel.  
3
Note: To suspend direct selection, press [DISP]  
(Display).  
REPEAT  
Press [REPEAT] (Repeat).  
Press again to cancel.  
SCAN play  
You can find your favorite track by playing first 10-sec. of  
each track.  
Press [SCAN].  
Press again to cancel.  
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MP3/WMA Player  
When a disc is already loaded, press [SRC] (Source) to  
select the CD mode.  
Notes:  
CS  
SRC  
¡Refer to the section on “Notes on MP3/WMA” (apage 28)  
¡This unit does not support a MIX mode CD (a CD containing  
both CD-DA and MP3/WMA data). In case of using such a  
CD, problems may occur such as anacoustic playback.  
Press [ ] (OPEN) to open the face  
plate.  
1
When a disc is already loaded (  
lights), the disc  
will automatically be ejected.  
Select a desired folder/file.  
3
4
Load a disc with the label-side facing up.  
Random and Repeat play can be set.  
2
RANDOM  
Folder selection  
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.)  
Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-  
play.  
1
: Off (default)  
[}] (FOLDER): Next folder  
[{] (FOLDER): Preceding folder  
: Random playback (from whole disc)  
For using the remote  
control, hold down  
[MENU] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
File selection  
[7] (TRACK): Next file  
FOLDER RANDOM  
: Off (default)  
[6] (TRACK): Preceding file (press twice)  
: Random playback (from selected folder)  
Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.  
Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be  
REPEAT  
2
Pause  
adjusted.  
Press [BAND] (  
).  
5
: Off (default)  
/
h
Press again to cancel.  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to adjust.  
: Playing the current file repeatedly  
3
Press [ ] (OPEN/eject) to eject the  
disc.  
FOLDER REPEAT  
: Off (default)  
: Playing the current folder repeatedly  
File number  
Time  
Folder number  
Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust-  
ment.  
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
TEXT  
4
: Folder name/File name  
(default)  
File type indicator  
for 2 sec. or more.  
: Album/Title (tag information)  
: No display  
Information Display  
Play Mode Selection  
One-touch operation is available for selecting a file  
Direct Access  
A file in the current folder can be directly selected.  
Play Mode indicators  
Lights when the disc is  
loaded.  
Notes:  
Lights when each mode is  
activated.  
¡For scrolling text, hold down [DISP] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
¡“NO TEXT” is displayed when there is no information  
on the disc.  
¡ID3/WMA tag information is displayed for the album  
name and title/artist name.  
playing style by use of [RANDOM] or [REPEAT].  
Example: file number 5  
Press [#] (NUMBER).  
1
RANDOM, REPEAT  
Press the button. Press again to cancel.  
Press [5].  
2
Press [SET].  
3
FOLDER RANDOM, FOLDER REPEAT  
Hold down the button for 2 sec. or more. Hold  
down again to cancel.  
Notes:  
(Folder Random)  
(Folder Repeat)  
(Folder Scan)  
¡For folder selection, enter a number after pressing [#]  
(NUMBER) twice.  
¡If there is no playable file in the selected folder, the  
first file or folder on the disc is selected.  
SCAN play  
You can find your favorite file by playing first 10-sec. of  
each file.  
¡To suspend direct selection, press [DISP] (Display).  
SCAN (All files)  
Press [SCAN]. Press again to cancel.  
FOLDER SCAN (1st file in each folder)  
Hold down [SCAN] for 2 sec. or more. Hold down  
again to cancel.  
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MP3/WMA Player  
What is MP3/WMA?  
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3) and WMA (Windows Media  
Display Information  
Recording MP3/WMA files on a CD-media  
¡You are recommended to minimize the chances of  
making a disc that contains both CD-DA files and  
MP3/WMA files.  
¡If CD-DA files are on the same disc as MP3 or WMA  
files, the songs may not play in the intended order,  
or some songs may not play at all.  
¡When storing MP3 data and WMA data on the same  
disc, use different folders for each data.  
¡Do not record files other than MP3/WMA files and  
unnecessary folder on a disc.  
¡The name of MP3/WMA file should be added by rules  
as shown in the following descriptions and also com-  
ply with the rules of each file system.  
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¡You may encounter trouble in playing MP3/WMA files  
or displaying the information of MP3/WMA files  
recorded with certain writing software or CD  
recorders.  
¡This unit does not have the play list function.  
¡Although Multi-session recording is supported, the  
use of Disc-at-Once is recommended.  
Displayed items  
¡CD-TEXT  
Disc title  
Audio) are the compression formats of digital audio. The  
former is developed by MPEG (Motion Picture Experts  
Group), and the latter is developed by Microsoft  
Corporation. Using these compression formats, you can  
record the contents of about 10 music CDs on a single  
CD media (This figures refer to data recorded on a  
650MB CD-R or CD-RW at a fixed bit rate of 128 kbps  
and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz).  
¡MP3 (ID3 tag)  
Album name  
Track title  
Title name/Artist name  
¡MP3/WMA  
Folder name  
File name  
¡WMA (WMA tag)  
Album name  
Title name/Artist name  
Supported file systems  
ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, Apple Extension to ISO 9660,  
Joliet, Romeo  
Displayable characters  
¡Displayable length of file name/folder name: within 64  
characters.  
¡Name files and folders in accordance with the stan-  
dard of each file system. Refer to the instructions of  
writing software for details.  
¡ASCII character set and special characters in each lan-  
guage can be displayed.  
Notes:  
Note: Apple HFS, UDF 1.50, MIX mode CD, CD Extra are  
not supported.  
¡MP3/WMA encoding and CD writing software pro-  
grams are not supplied with this unit.  
¡CD writing software is not supplied with this unit.  
¡The file extension “.mp3” or “.wma” should be  
assigned to each file depending on the file format.  
Compression formats  
(Recommendation: “Points to remember when making MP3/WMA files” on the previous page)  
Points to remember when making MP3/WMA files  
Common  
¡High bit rate and high sampling frequency are recom-  
mended for high quality sound.  
¡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.  
Compression method  
Bit rate  
VBR  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Sampling frequency  
32, 44.1, 48 kHz  
16, 22.05, 24 kHz  
32, 44.1, 48 kHz  
ASCII character set  
A to Z, a to z, digits 0 to 9, and the following sym-  
bols:  
(space) ! ” # $ % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ˆ  
_ ` { | } ~  
MPEG 1 audio layer 3 (MP3)  
MPEG 2 audio layer 3 (MP3)  
Windows Media Audio Ver. 2, 8  
32 k-320 kbps  
8 k-160 kbps  
64 k-192 kbps  
Folder selection order/file playback order  
Maximum number of files/folders  
¡Maximum number of files: 999  
¡Maximum number of files in one folder: 255  
¡Maximum depth of trees: 8  
¡Maximum number of folders: 255 (Root folder is  
included.)  
Root Folder  
1
(Root Directory)  
Notes:  
MP3  
¡With some software in which MP3/WMA format files  
have been encoded, the character information may not  
be displayed properly.  
2
3
q
¡It is recommended to set the bit rate to “128 kbps or  
Folder Selection  
4
more” and “fixed”.  
e
r
1
8
In the order  
¡Undisplayable characters and symbols will be convert-  
WMA  
w
File Selection  
In the order  
ed into an asterisk ( ).  
¡It is recommended to set the bit rate to “64 kbps or  
more” and “fixed”.  
*
Notes:  
5
6
¡It is recommended that the length of the file name is  
q
y
¡This unit counts the number of folders irrespective of  
the presence or absence of MP3/WMA file.  
¡If the selected folder does not contain any MP3/WMA  
files, the nearest MP3/WMA files in the order of play-  
back will be played.  
less than 8 (excluding the file extension).  
¡Do not set the copy protect attribute on the WMA file  
to enable this unit to play back.  
8
t
y
7
Tree 1  
Tree 2  
Tree 3  
Tree 4  
Tree 8  
(Max.)  
¡Playback order may be different from other MP3/WMA  
players even if the same disc is used.  
¡“ROOT” appears when displaying the root folder  
name.  
Caution: Never assign the “.mp3”, or  
“.wma” file name extension to a file that is  
not in the MP3/WMA format. This may not  
only produce noise from the speaker dam-  
age, but also damage your hearing.  
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.  
Windows Media, and  
the Windows logo are  
trademarks, or regis-  
tered trademarks of  
Microsoft Corporation  
in the United States  
and/or other countries.  
No warranty  
Above description complies with our investigations as of  
December 2004. It has no warranty for reproducibility  
and displayability of MP3/WMA.  
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TM  
(XM Direct receiver)  
XM Tuner  
TM  
An optional XM Direct receiver allows you to receive the XM radio service.  
Note: A changer and an XM Direct receiver are not connectable at the same time.  
TM  
You can toggle the category on and off every time you  
hold down [BAND] for 2 sec. or more. If the category is  
set to on, the unit operates as follows for each button:  
CS  
SRC  
S
Press [SRC] (Source) to select the XM  
tuner.  
1
2
CS  
SRC  
Channel selection  
Press [BAND] to select a band.  
[]] (TUNE): Preceding channel in current category  
[[] (TUNE): Next channel in current category  
Select a station.  
3
Category selection  
Channel selection  
[{] (P·SET: Preset): Preceding category  
Preparation:  
¡Connect the optional XM Direct receiver  
[]] (TUNE): Preceding channel  
TM  
[}] (P·SET: Preset): Next category  
[[] (TUNE): Next channel  
(XMD1000).  
¡To connect the XM Direct receiver  
Lights when category is activated.  
TM  
Preset station selection  
(XMD1000), it is required to use an optional  
extension cord (XMDPAN100) that is produced  
by XM exclusively for Panasonic products.  
Notes:  
[{] (P·SET: Preset):  
Lower preset channel  
Higher preset channel  
Press [MENU] to  
display the menu  
display.  
1
[}] (P·SET: Preset):  
Note: Direct Access can be executed with [1] to [6]  
¡“RADIO ID” is displayed with channel 0.  
¡“UPDATING” is displayed during the update of the  
identification code.  
¡“LOADING” is displayed during the acquisition of  
audio data or information.  
buttons on remote control.  
For using the remote  
control, hold down  
[MENU] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
TEXT  
Text display  
: Enabled (default)  
: Disabled  
Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be  
Preset Number  
Band  
Channel number/name  
2
adjusted.  
Indicates the satellite tuner  
is ready.  
Artist name/Song title  
Indicates the intensity of  
the radio wave.  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to adjust.  
3
Up to 6 channels can be preset in XM1 to XM3.  
Preset channels can be simply called up by pressing  
Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust-  
ment.  
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
4
Preset the channel by holding down [}]  
4
or [{] for 2 sec. or more.  
[}] (P·SET) or [{] (P·SET).  
Note: Direct Access can be executed with [1] to [6]  
buttons on remote control.  
Direct Access  
A channel can be directly selected.  
Tune in to a channel.  
1
channnel name/preset number blinks once.  
Hold down [}] or [{] for 2 sec. or  
Notes:  
2
Example: channel number 5  
¡New channels overwrite existing saved stations.  
¡In step 2, a channel can be registered by holding  
down the numeric button [1] to [6] on the remote  
control unit for 2 sec. or more.  
more.  
Press [#] (NUMBER).  
1
Press [5].  
Select a preset number by pressing [}]  
2
3
Press [SET].  
3
or [{].  
Note: To suspend direct selection, press [DISP]  
¡To stop presetting, press [DISP] (Display).  
(Display).  
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(when CDs or MP3 discs are loaded)  
You can play CDs or MP3 discs when connecting this unit to a CD changer or a DVD changer.  
Disc Changer  
Notes:  
¡Trouble may occur while playing CD-Rs. Refer to the section  
on “Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)” (a  
page 47).  
Load a magazine (discs).  
When a magazine is already loaded (  
press [SRC] (Source) to select the CD changer  
mode.  
1
CS  
¡Please connect a CD changer or a DVD changer (CX-DH801U)  
to CH/AUX2.  
¡When CX-DP880 or CX-DH801U is connected, a CD-RW disc  
is playable.  
SRC  
S
lights),  
The unit recognizes the magazine and starts playing  
automatically.  
Random and Repeat play can be set.  
RANDOM  
Select a desired disc/folder/file/track.  
Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-  
play.  
2
1
¡CD-DA  
RANDOM playback of the selected disc (DVD changer)  
RANDOM playback of all discs in the magazine (CD  
changer)  
¡MP3 disc  
RANDOM playback of the selected folders  
: Off (default)  
Disc selection  
Note: The changer is automatically turned on when  
the magazine is inserted.  
For using the remote  
control, hold down  
[MENU] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
[}]: Next disc  
[{]: Preceding disc  
Folder selection  
Hold down for 2 sec. or more.  
[}] (FOLDER): Next folder  
[{] (FOLDER): Preceding folder  
Track/File selection  
[7]: Next track/file  
: Random playback  
Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be  
DISC RANDOM  
2
3
adjusted.  
: Off (default)  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to adjust.  
: Random playback (from selected disc)  
[6]: Preceding track/file (press twice)  
REPEAT  
Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.  
: Off (default)  
Pause  
: Playing the current track/file repeatedly  
Press [BAND] (  
).  
5
/
h
Press again to cancel.  
DISC REPEAT  
Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust-  
ment.  
4
: Off (default)  
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
: Playing the current disc repeatedly  
FOLDER REPEAT (only for MP3 disc)  
: Off (default)  
Disc number  
Changer indicator  
(CD changer)  
Lights when the changer is  
connected.  
: Playing the current folder repeatedly  
(DVD changer)  
Press [SCAN]. Press again to cancel.  
Play Mode Selection  
One-touch operation is available for selecting a track  
Disc type (DVD changer only)  
(CQ-C9801U/C9701U)  
Disc type (DVD changer only)  
(CQ-C9901U)  
DISC SCAN (1st track in each disc)  
Hold down [SCAN] for 2 sec. or more. Hold down  
again to cancel.  
playing style by use of [RANDOM] or [REPEAT].  
Play Mode indicators  
(MP3)  
(MP3)  
RANDOM, REPEAT  
Press the button. Press again to cancel.  
Lights when each mode is  
activated.  
Direct Access  
A disc can be directly selected.  
Example: disc number 5  
DISC RANDOM, DISC REPEAT, FOLDER REPEAT  
Hold down the button for 2 sec. or more. Press  
again to cancel.  
Press [#] (NUMBER).  
1
Press [5].  
2
(Folder Repeat)  
Press [SET].  
3
(Disc Random) CD changer only  
(Disc Repeat)  
SCAN play  
Note: To suspend direct selection, press [DISP]  
You can find your favorite track by playing first 10-sec. of  
each track.  
(Display).  
(Disc Scan) CD changer only  
SCAN (All tracks)  
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(when DVDs or VCDs are loaded)  
You can play DVDs or VCDs when connecting this unit to a CD changer or a DVD changer.  
Disc Changer  
Notes:  
Load a magazine (discs).  
When a magazine is already loaded (  
press [SRC] (Source) to select the CD changer  
1
¡Please connect a CD changer or a DVD changer (CX-DH801U)  
to CH/AUX2.  
¡"AUX2" is displayed when connecting a changer that is not  
compatible with this unit.  
CS  
SRC  
S
lights),  
mode.  
The unit recognizes the magazine and starts playing  
automatically.  
Random and Repeat play can be set.  
For a DVD insertion  
CHAPTER REPEAT  
: Off (default)  
Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-  
play.  
1
Select a desired disc/chapter.  
2
Note: The changer is automatically turned on when  
the magazine is inserted.  
For using the remote  
control, hold down  
[MENU] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
Disc selection  
: Playing the current chapter repeatedly  
[}]: Next disc  
TITLE REPEAT  
[{]: Preceding disc  
: Off (default)  
Chapter selection  
[7]: Next chapter / Next track  
: Playing the current title repeatedly  
Press [}] or [{] to select a mode to be  
2
3
[6]: Preceding chapter (press twice)  
Note: The unit may not operate for some DVDs.  
adjusted.  
Preceding track (press twice)  
Notes:  
¡For DVD operations other than the above (i.e. DVD  
menu, closed caption, etc.), use the remote con-  
trol unit supplied with the DVD changer.  
¡The remote control unit supplied with the DVD  
changer does not work properly when you aim it  
at this unit.  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to adjust.  
For a VCD insertion  
REPEAT  
Note: Hold down for fast forward/reverse.  
Pause  
: Off (default)  
Press [BAND] (  
).  
5
/
h
Press again to cancel.  
: Playing the current track repeatedly  
¡When using the remote control unit supplied with  
the DVD changer, aim it at the monitor display  
(CY-V7100U).  
DISC REPEAT  
Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust-  
ment.  
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
4
: Off (default)  
: Playing the current disc repeatedly  
for 2 sec. or more.  
Disc number  
Lights when the changer is  
connected.  
Notes:  
¡The unit may not operate for some VCDs.  
¡The unit may not operate for a disc with the play back  
function activated.  
Disc type (DVD changer only)  
(CQ-C9801U/C9701U)  
Disc type (DVD changer only)  
(CQ-C9901U)  
Play Mode Selection  
One-touch operation is available for selecting a track  
Direct Access  
A disc can be directly selected.  
Play Mode indicators  
Lights when each mode is  
activated.  
playing style by use of [REPEAT].  
Example: disc number 5  
Press [#] (NUMBER).  
1
CHAPTER REPEAT, REPEAT  
Press the button. Press again to cancel.  
Press [5].  
2
(Disc Repeat)  
Press [SET].  
3
TITLE REPEAT, DISC REPEAT  
Hold down the button for 2 sec. or more. Press  
again to cancel.  
(Chapter Repeat)  
(Title Repeat)  
Note: To suspend direct selection, press [DISP]  
(Display).  
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Audio Setting  
Adjustment to each speaker and an optional subwoofer  
You can adjust the settings of bass sound reproduction and 3-dimensional sound field in the CS Auto mode.  
Balance adjustment  
(Setting range: L15 to R15 and Center, Default: Center)  
q : Right enhanced  
S.W-TruBass (Sub Woofer TruBass)  
Set the CS Auto mode to off.  
Set the CS Auto mode to on.  
1
1
2
(Setting range: Lv  
q : Up  
1
to Lv 10 and OFF, Default: Lv 4)  
(apage 18)  
(apage 18)  
Press [VOLUME]  
Press [VOLUME]  
(SEL: Select) to  
2
w : Left enhanced  
w : Down  
(SEL: Select) to  
display the menu  
display.  
display the menu  
display.  
F-FOCUS (Front Focus)  
(Setting range: Lv  
q : Up  
w : Down  
1
to Lv 10 and OFF, Default: Lv 5)  
Fader adjustment  
(Setting range: R15 to F15 and Center, Default: Center)  
q : Front enhanced  
Press [VOL-  
Press [VOL-  
UME] (SEL:  
Select) to select  
a mode to be  
adjusted.  
3
4
3
4
UME] (SEL  
:
Select) to select  
a mode to be  
adjusted.  
w : Rear enhanced  
R-FOCUS (Rear Focus)  
(Setting range: Lv  
q : Up  
Turn [VOLUME]  
clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust.  
Turn [VOLUME]  
clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust.  
1
to Lv 10 and OFF, Default: Lv 5)  
Subwoofer level adjustment  
Note: If no operation takes place for more than 10 sec.  
in the audio menu (2 sec. in Main volume adjustment),  
the display returns to the regular mode.  
Note: If no operation takes place for more than 10 sec.  
in the audio menu (2 sec. in Main volume adjustment),  
the display returns to the regular mode.  
w : Down  
(Setting range : mute (-),-6 dB to +6 dB, 2 dB Step,  
Default: 0)  
q : Up  
w : Down  
F-R MIX (Front to Rear Mixing)  
Main volume adjustment  
(Setting range: 0 to 40, Default: 18)  
q : Up  
w : Down  
Main volume adjustment  
(Setting range: 0 to 40, Default: 18)  
q : Up  
w : Down  
(Setting range: Lv  
q : Up  
1
to Lv 10 and OFF, Default: Lv 4)  
Subwoofer Low Pass Filter  
(Setting range: Filter OFF, 60 Hz to 160 Hz, 5 Hz Step,  
Default 120 Hz)  
w : Down  
q : Up  
w : Down  
BASS  
F-TruBass (Front TruBass)  
Notes:  
Subwoofer output range  
¡TruBass  
(Setting range: –12 to +12 dB, 2 dB step, Default: Bass 0)  
q : Up  
Other speakers output ranges  
(Setting range: Lv  
q : Up  
1
to Lv 10 and OFF, Default: Lv 4)  
TruBass is an audio technology to which the technique  
of bass sound reproduction used in pipe organs is  
electrically applied, and in which an equalizer is not  
used at all and bass sound from the speakers to be  
used is richly reproduced.  
w : Down  
w : Down  
High Pass Filter  
(Setting range: Filter OFF, 90 Hz to 225 Hz, 5 Hz Step,  
Default: Filter OFF)  
¡FOCUS  
q : Up  
w : Down  
TREBLE  
Focus is an audio technology that moves the sound  
image of playing sound vertically to reproduce the  
sounds of instruments and voices clearly.  
R-TruBass (Rear TruBass)  
(Setting range: –12 to +12 dB, 2 dB step, Default: Treble  
0)  
q : Up  
(Setting range: Lv  
q : Up  
1
to Lv 10 and OFF, Default: Lv 4)  
w : Down  
w : Down  
Note: Do not activate SQ and Bass/Treble at the same  
time to avoid causing sound distortion.  
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Function Setting  
Display Setting  
Adjustment to display on the DISPLAY menu  
Adjustment to display on the FUNCTION menu  
STILL IMAGE  
(Setting range: 11types, Default: All)  
Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-  
play.  
Press [MENU] to display the menu dis-  
play.  
1
1
For using the remote  
control, hold down  
[MENU] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
For using the remote  
control, hold down  
[MENU] for 2 sec. or  
more.  
Switching by []] or [[]  
All:  
Sequential display from pattern 1 to 10  
MUTE KEY  
Setting [MUTE] buttons’ functions  
No.1-10  
: Volume off (Default)  
: Volume down by 10 steps  
: Volume down by 5 steps  
Press []] or [[] to display the FUNC-  
Press []] or [[] to display the DIS-  
2
2
3
4
TION menu.  
PLAY menu.  
CONTRAST (CQ-C9801U/C9701U only)  
Press [}] or [{] to select a function to  
(Setting range: 1 to 5, Default: Contrast 3)  
[[]: Tilting up view angle  
be adjusted.  
SECURITY  
[]]: Tilting down view angle  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to confirm  
the display.  
Setting the security function (apage 12)  
: ON (Default)  
Press [}] or [{] to select a function to  
: OFF  
3
4
be adjusted.  
BUILT-IN AMP  
You can toggle the integrated amplifier on and off.  
Press [BAND]  
(SET) to confirm  
the adjustment.  
Adjust the setting value.  
5
6
RGB ADJ (CQ-C9901U only)  
: Amplifier on (Default)  
Press [BAND] (SET) to confirm the  
adjustment.  
(Setting range: 1 to 11, Default: 1)  
You can adjust the screen color.  
[[]: Up  
: Amplifier off (when the external amplifier is  
used)  
Press [MENU].  
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
7
[]]: Down  
[}][{]: Select  
Press [MENU].  
For using the remote control, hold down [MENU]  
for 2 sec. or more.  
5
CLOCK ADJ  
Note: Adjust the clock when “ADJUST” appears on the  
display.  
GRAPHIC PATTERN  
[[]: Adjusting minutes  
[]]: Adjusting hours  
[}]: Forward  
(Setting range: 5 types (CQ-C9901U)/ 6 types (CQ-  
C9801U/C9701U), Default: All)  
Switching by []] or [[]  
[{]: Backward  
All:  
Sequential display from pattern A to E.  
Pattern A-E  
Pattern E: CQ-C9801U/C9701U only  
Notes:  
¡The graphic pattern and still image are changeable.  
(apage 40)  
¡If corrupted data is selected, “DISPLAY FILE INCOM-  
PLETE” appears. (apage 41)  
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Customize the Display (Customize Function)  
You can edit the moving images and still images that are initially stored in the unit. You also can use the data that is downloaded from  
the Panasonic Web site and the data that is stored with a digital camera or other devices and processed with exclusive software,  
IMAGE STUDIO. See "Notes on Customize Function"(apage 41) as well.  
Note on Download Service  
Error Display Messages  
Note: Visit Panasonic Web site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/customize/index.html) for details.  
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.  
NO FILES DETECTED  
No customize-specific data on the disc  
a Load a disc that contains customize-specific  
Preparation:  
Select a file.  
Example: GRAPHIC PATTERN  
6
Put the CD-R/RW that contains data to  
be customized in hand.  
data.  
Panasonic Web site:  
(http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/)  
If there is a disc inside, take out the  
disc.  
1
CUSTOMIZING FAILED  
Customize failed  
a Check to see whether or not the extension is cor-  
Notes on IMAGE STUDIO  
Press [SRC]  
2
[}][{][]][[]:Select  
rect and file contents are appropriate.  
¡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.  
CS  
SRC  
S
(Source) to select  
the CD mode.  
[BAND] (SET): Confirm  
Notes:  
DISPLAY FILE INCOMPLETE  
Intended moving image or still image is damaged.  
a Customize it again and overwrite the file with  
¡Files are automatically identified by their exten-  
sions, and target files are displayed.  
¡If [BACK] is selected, the screen of step 5  
appears.  
new one.  
Hold down [SEL] for 4 sec. or more to  
display the menu screen.  
3
4
Notes on File  
For a moving image file or still image  
file, select where to save the file.  
7
8
¡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.  
Load a CD-R/RW that contains data.  
Note:  
[]][[]:  
Select  
¡Do not change the extension. Otherwise, the data can-  
not be recognized.  
¡It may take time for the unit to identify the CD-  
R/RW.  
¡Discs recorded by the packet writing software are  
not supported.  
[BAND] (SET):Confirm  
Notes:  
¡New data overwrites existing data.  
¡If [BACK] is selected, the screen of step 6  
appears.  
At Disc Making  
¡Save only customize-specific data.  
¡Save all data in the root directory. Files contained in a  
folder cannot be recognized.  
¡Follow the table below with regard to the number of  
files that are saved to a disc. Files beyond the speci-  
fied capacity are not readable.  
Select an item to be customized.  
5
Confirm the changed item.  
[}][{]:  
Select  
[BAND] (SET):Confirm  
Type  
Extension  
.pfm  
Max. number  
[]][[]:  
Select  
GRAPHIC PATTERN  
STILL IMAGE  
10  
15  
5
[BAND] (SET):Confirm  
Note: To exit the customize menu, hold down  
[SEL] 4 sec. or more.  
.pfs  
OPENING MESSAGE  
CLOSING MESSAGE  
.pfo  
GRAPHIC PATTERN  
Moving image data (apage 39)  
.pfe  
5
Customization is performed. Do not turn off the  
power in mid-operation. (It takes approx. 8 minutes  
to complete this operation for a 751 KB moving  
image.) After completion of this operation, the  
screen of step 5 appears.  
At Customizing  
STILL IMAGE  
Still image data (apage 39)  
¡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.  
Note: If [NO] is selected, the screen of step 5  
appears.  
OPENING MESSAGE  
Press [OPEN] to eject the disc.  
¡The default image exists on the Panasonic Web site. If  
you would like to restore it, download the image from  
the site.  
Moving image at power on (apage 14)  
9
10  
Hold down [SEL] for 4 sec. or more.  
The CD mode comes back.  
CLOSING MESSAGE  
Moving image at power off (apage 14)  
Download site:  
customize/index.html  
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Troubleshooting  
Possible cause  
Possible solution  
Problem  
a
If You Suspect Something Wrong  
Check and take steps as described below.  
Warning  
Some operations are not executable in particular modes such as menu mode.  
¡Do not use the unit in an irregular condition, for  
example, without sound, or with smoke or foul  
smell, which can cause ignition or electric shock.  
Immediately stop using the unit and consult your  
dealer.  
Some operations  
are not executable.  
a Read the operating instructions carefully and cancel the mode. If the unit is  
still out of order, consult your dealer.  
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.  
Balance/Fader setting is not appropriate.  
a Readjust Balance/Fader.  
¡Never try to repair the unit by yourself because it is  
dangerous to do so.  
No sound from  
speaker (s)  
There is a break, a short circuit, poor contact or wrong wiring regarding the speaker  
wiring.  
a Check the speaker wiring.  
Possible cause  
Possible solution  
Problem  
a
The speaker  
channels are  
reversed between  
right and left.  
The power cord (battery, power and ground) is connected in the wrong way.  
a Check the wiring.  
The speaker wiring is reversed between right and left.  
a Perform the speaker wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.  
No power to the  
unit  
Fuse blowout  
a Eliminate the cause of fuse blowout and replace the fuse with new one.  
Consult your dealer.  
The sound field is  
not clear in the  
stereo mode.  
Central sound is  
not settled.  
MUTE is set to ON.  
a Set MUTE to OFF.  
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 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  
Sound is not  
generated.  
Instructions)  
BUILT-IN AMP is set to ON.  
a Set BUILT-IN AMP to OFF. Observe that “AMP OFF” is displayed on the  
The power of the  
unit fails  
screen.  
The safety device works.  
a Consult your dealer, or your nearest Panasonic Servicenter.  
unintentionally.  
You cannot operate the unit while the demonstration screen appears.  
a Press [DISP] to end the demonstration screen.  
The demonstration  
screen displayed  
and no operable  
If the demonstration screen appears frequently, there is a possibility that poor  
contact or wrong wiring arises between the battery lead of the unit and the battery  
cable of the car. (The battery lead should be always powered.)  
An inappropriate speaker network (device) is used.  
a Use a speaker without any speaker network, or use an appropriate speaker  
Playing sound is  
interrupted  
a Check the battery wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.  
network system that does not cause interruption.  
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.  
Something such as a peeled label obstructs the disc coming out.  
a Press and hold the [OPEN] 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.  
Noise  
Disc unejectable  
The contact of the ground lead is poor.  
a Make sure that the ground lead is connected to an unpainted part of the chas-  
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,  
sis securely.  
consult your dealer.  
Noise is made in  
step with engine  
revolutions.  
Alternator noise comes from the car.  
a Change the wiring position of the ground lead.  
a Mount a noise filter on the power supply.  
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Troubleshooting  
Possible cause  
Possible solution  
Possible cause  
Possible solution  
Problem  
Problem  
a
a
The disc is inserted upside down.  
a Insert a disc correctly.  
Antenna installation or wiring of antenna cable is faulty.  
No playback or  
disc ejected  
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.  
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.  
a Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.  
Poor reception or  
noise  
No power is supplied to the antenna amplifier (when using a film antenna, etc.).  
a Check the wiring of the antenna battery lead.  
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.  
a Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.  
Sound skipping or  
noise  
Stereo broadcast is  
received only in  
mono.  
The MONO mode is active.  
a Cancel the MONO mode.  
The unit is not sufficiently secured.  
a Secure the unit to the console box.  
Sound skipping  
due to vibration  
The unit is tilted at over 30˚ in the front-to-end direction.  
a Make the angle 30˚ or less.  
Only nearby  
stations can be  
received.  
The LOCAL mode is active.  
a Cancel the LOCAL mode.  
The CD-R/RWs that  
are playable on  
other devices are  
not playable on  
this unit.  
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.  
The number of auto  
preset stations is  
less than 6.  
The number of receivable stations is less than 6.  
a Move to an area where receivable stations number is maximum, and try pre-  
a Make CD-R/RWs in different combination of media, recording software and  
setting.  
recorder after referring to the description about MP3/WMA.  
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  
Preset stations  
cannot be stored.  
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.  
again.  
a Remove the foreign objects, or use a flawless disc. For MP3/WMA, refer to  
Sound skipping or  
noise  
the description about MP3/WMA.  
Playing VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files may cause sound skipping.  
a Play Non-VBR files.  
Note:  
¡Refer to “Notes on MP3/WMA”. (aPage 28)  
No contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc.  
a Refer to page 30 of this book and the XM's website to sign up for XM Radio  
Channel  
unselectable  
service.  
The battery is inserted in the wrong direction. A wrong battery is inserted.  
a Insert a correct battery in the correct direction.  
The battery is weak.  
a Replace the battery with new one.  
No response to  
pressing buttons  
The aiming direction of the remote control unit is wrong.  
a Aim 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.)  
a Block off sunlight to the sensor.  
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Error Display Messages  
Display  
Possible cause  
Possible solution  
a
Cannot receive XM satellite radio.  
aVerify the wiring.  
The disc is dirty or upside down.  
aCheck the disc.  
XM antenna unconnected.  
The disc has scratches.  
aConnect the XM antenna.  
aCheck the disc.  
XM broadcasts unreceivable because of poor receiving conditions.  
aMove to an area where XM broadcasts can be received well.  
No operation by some cause.  
aUnplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order,  
Channel not in service  
aThis channel is not currently in service. Tune to another channel.  
consult your dealer.  
The file is not readable.  
Error display continues when there is no playable file in the disc at the direct folder  
selection.  
aEject the disc.  
Notes on Discs  
A WMA file can be copyrighted.  
aThe file protected by copyright is not playable.  
(After 5 seconds)  
To next file automatically  
If you use commercial CDs, they must have  
either of these labels shown at right.  
Some copy-protected music CDs are not  
playable.  
TEXT  
No disc.  
How to hold the disc  
¡Do not touch the underside of a disc.  
¡Do not scratch on a disc.  
Label side  
¡Do not bend a disc.  
¡When not in use, keep a disc in the case.  
Disc is dirty, or is upside down.  
Disc has scratches.  
Do not use irregularly shaped discs.  
Do not leave discs in the following places:  
¡In direct sunlight  
¡Near car heaters  
¡Dirty, dusty and damp areas  
¡On seats and dashboards  
a Eject the magazine.  
¡Check the disc.  
(After 5 seconds)  
To next disc automatically  
¡Load the disc again.  
Do not use irregularly shaped discs.  
<Wrong>  
Disc cleaning  
No operation by some cause.  
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the centre outward.  
a Eject the magazine. If failure persists, press the reset switch on the CD  
changer. If normal operation is not restored, call the store where you pur-  
chased the unit or the nearest Panasonic Servicenter to ask for repairs.  
<Correct>  
Do not attach any seals or labels to your discs.  
Do not write on the disc label with a ballpoint  
pen or other hard-point pens.  
An error arises in the DVD changer.  
a Check the DVD changer. (“REGION ERROR” etc.)  
¡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 and make playback impossible.  
No disc is in the CD changer (magazine).  
aInsert discs into the changer (magazine).  
¡Some CD-R/RWs can not be played back successfully due to incompatibility among writing software, a CD recorder  
(CD-R/RW drive) and the discs.  
¡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 MP3/WMA data.  
¡Be sure to observe the instructions of CD-R/RW disc for handling it.  
The changer has become disconnected from the unit in the changer mode.  
aVerify the wiring.  
Note: Messages in the action and display sections of the error chart vary with changers. Refer to the operating  
instructions for the CD changer for details.  
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Maintenance  
Specifications  
This unit is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a dry, soft cloth for  
routine exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents.  
Power Supply  
Tone Controls (Bass/Treble)  
DC 12 V (11 V – 16 V), Test Voltage 14.4 V, Negative Ground  
Bass; 12 dB at 80 Hz, Treble; 12 dB at 6 kHz  
Equalizer Center Frequency (SQ) 62.5, 125, 250, 500, 1 k, 2 k, 4 k, 8 k, 16 k (Hz, default)  
Variable Range of Equalizer  
Current Consumption  
Maximum Power Output  
Power Output  
-12 dB to 12 dB (2 dB step)  
Less than 2.5 A (CD mode, 0.5 W 4-Speaker)  
70 W x 4 (at 1 kHz) volume control maximum  
31 W x 4 (at 4 )  
Speaker Impedance  
4 – 8 Ω  
Pre-amp output voltage  
Subwoofer-output voltage  
Pre-amp output impedance  
Subwoofer-output impedance  
External Input Impedance  
External Input Sensitivity  
Dimensions (Main Unit)  
Weight (Main Unit)  
5 V (CD mode; 1 kHz, 0 dB)  
5 V  
60 Ω  
60 Ω  
10 k(AUX1, CH/AUX2 IN)  
Max. 2 V (AUX1, CH/AUX2 IN)  
178 (W) x 50 (H) x 155 (D) mm {7˝ x 1 /16˝ x 6 /8˝}  
1.7 kg {3 lbs. 12 oz}  
If the fuse blows out, consult your dealer, or your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.  
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Sampling Frequency  
Pick-Up Type  
Light Source  
8 times oversampling  
Astigma 3-beam  
Semiconductor laser  
790 nm  
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 near-  
est authorized Panasonic Servicenter.  
Wavelength  
Frequency Response  
Signal to Noise Ratio  
Total Harmonic Distortion  
Wow and Flutter  
20 Hz – 20 kHz ( 1 dB)  
96 dB (2 V), 106 dB (5 V)  
0.01 % (1 kHz)  
Below measurable limits  
86 dB (2 V)  
Channel Separation  
FM  
Frequency Range  
Usable Sensitivity  
50 dB quieting sensitivity  
Frequency Response  
Alternate channel selectivity  
Stereo Separation  
Image response ratio  
IF response ratio  
87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz  
12.2 dBf. (1.12 µV, 75 )  
15.2 dBf. (1.59 µV, 75 )  
30 Hz – 15 kHz ( 3 dB)  
75 dB  
40 dB (1 kHz)  
75 dB  
100 dB  
Contents by Functions  
Clock adjustment (CLOCK ADJ)  
Temporary Volume off (Down) (MUTE (ATT : Attenuation))  
Display Change (DISP : Display)  
Dimmer Control (DIM : Dimmer)  
SBC-SW: Super Bass Control-Subwoofer  
Direct Memory (D • M : Direct Memory)  
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15  
17  
17  
18  
22  
Signal to noise ratio  
62 dB  
AM  
Frequency Range  
Usable Sensitivity  
530 kHz – 1 710 kHz  
25 dB/µV (11V, S/N 20 dB)  
Above Specifications comply with EIA standards.  
Power Output:  
31 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4 and 1%  
THD+N  
Signal to Noise Ratio:  
80 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 )  
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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