Removable Full Front MP3 WMA CD Player/Receiver with CD Changer
Control
Récepteur/lecteur CD MP3 WMA avec panneau avant amovible et
contrôle de changeur CD
Reproductor de CD MP3 WMA/Receptor con Controlador de Cambiador
de Discos y Frente Completo Desmontable
CQ-DFX683/DF583U
Removable Full Front CD Player/Receiver
Récepteur/lecteur CD avec panneau avant amovible
Reproductor de CD/Receptor y Frente Completo Desmontable
CQ-DF203U
Operating Instructions
Manuel d’instructions
Manual de instrucciones
(CQ-DFX683U)
Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company, Division
of Matsushita Electric
Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Sales Company.
Division of Matsushita Electric
of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“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
≥ Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.
≥ Prière de lire ces instructions attentivement avant d’utiliser Ie produit et garder ce manuel pour l’utilisation ultérieure.
≥ Lea con atención estas instrucciones antes de utilizar el producto y guarde este manual para poderlo consultar en el futuro.
YEFM283966A FT1102-2013
Printed in China
Imprimé en Chine
Impreso en China
Panasonic welcomes you to our ever growing
family of electronic product owners. We know that
this product will bring you many hours of enjoy-
ment. Our reputation is built on precise electronic
and mechanical engineering, manufactured with
carefully selected components and assembled by
people who take pride in their work. Once you dis-
cover the quality, reliability, and value we have
built into this product, you too will be proud to be
a member of our family.
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Before Reading these Instructions
≥This operating instruction manual is for 3 models; CQ-DFX683U, CQ-DF583U and CQ-DF203U. All illustra-
tions throughout this manual represent model CQ-DFX683U unless otherwise specified. The following table
describes the differences among 3 models.
Models
CQ-DFX683U
CQ-DF583U
CQ-DF203U
Features
Use this Product Safely
MP3/WMA data playback
CD changer control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
None
None
When Driving
Disc Mechanism
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of
road and traffic conditions.
Do not insert coins or any small objects. Keep
screwdrivers and other metallic objects away from
the disc mechanism and disc.
Remote control unit
Remote control unit
Remote control unit
Remote control unit
without ten number keys
None
with ten number keys with ten number keys
When Washing Your Car
Subwoofer output
Yes
None
Do not expose the product, including the speakers
and CDs, to water or excessive moisture. This could
cause electrical shorts, fire, or other damage.
Use Authorized Servicenters
Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust this preci-
sion product. Please refer to the Servicenter list in-
cluding with this product for service assistance.
This can only be controlled through the
main unit.
Indicates features applicable to
CQ-DFX683U.
CQ-DFX683U
CQ-DF583U
CQ-DF203U
When Parked
Parking in direct sunlight can produce very high
temperatures inside your car. Give the interior a
chance to cool down before switching the unit on.
For Installation
This product should be installed in a horizontal po-
sition with the front end up at a convenient angle,
but not more than 30x
This can only be controlled through the
remote control unit.
Indicates features applicable to
CQ-DF583U.
Use the Proper Power Supply
Note:
This product is designed to operate with a 12 V DC,
negative ground battery system (the normal system
in a North American car).
Indicates features applicable to
CQ-DF203U.
≥ The preset memory is cleared to return to the
original factory setting when the power connector
or battery is disconnected.
Operations with neither mark can be performed ei-
ther by the main unit or the remote control unit.
Features
Large-sized volume control
MP3/WMA Playback from CD-R/RW
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An large-sized rotary volume control that looks like
one belonging to a Hi-Fi audio system is featured.
You can play your MP3/WMA (Windows Media
Audio) files as well as regular CDs.
With up to 10 to 12 times* the capacity of a con-
ventional CD, a single MP3/WMA-encoded disc can
keep you entertained throughout your entire jour-
ney.
CD Changer Control
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You need connect the optional CD changer unit. For
details, refer to the operating instructions on the CD
changer unit.
*Depending on bit rate.
Example: CQ-DFX683U
Front speaker
Rear speaker
Power amplifier for front and rear speakers
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Subwoofer
CD changer
Power amplifier for subwoofer
Front speaker
Rear speaker
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Contents
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
Use this Product Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Before Reading these Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
❒ Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Volume, bass and treble, balance and fader, subwoofer level, muting or
attenuation
❒ Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
❒ Function Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Security function, excluding Sirius from source selection, level meter
❒ Control Reference Guide (remote control unit). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
❒ Remote Control Unit Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
❒ Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Preliminary steps, if you suspect something wrong, troubleshooting tips,
error display messages, maintenance, product servicing, replacing the
fuse
Battery installation, battery notes
❒ General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Power (PWR), source, volume, muting or attenuation, S HDB (Super High
WELCOME
❒ Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Definition Bass), level meter
Notes on CD-Rs/RWs, notes on CD/CD media (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)
❒ Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Time reset, display change
❒ Installation Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Remove the unit
❒ Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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Radio mode, band, tuning, display change, Direct Memory (D M), preset
FM
station setting, manual preset memory, Auto Preset Memory (APM),
preset station calling
❒ Anti-Theft System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Place the removable face plate into case, install removable face plate,
security indicator, panel removal alarm
❒ CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Listening to a CD, open the front panel, insert the disc, stop and eject the
disc, track selection, fast forward/fast reverse, pause, repeat play, random
play, scan play, direct track selection, display change, text scroll
❒ Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Caution, wiring diagram, upgrading the system 1, upgrading the system 2
❒ MP3/WMA Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Listening to MP3/WMA, open the front panel, insert the disc, stop and
eject the disc, file selection, fast forward/fast reverse, folder selection,
repeat play, folder repeat play, pause, random play, folder random play,
scan play, folder scan play, display change, direct file selection, direct
folder selection, text scroll, ID3/WMA tag setting, notes on MP3/WMA
❒ Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
MP3/WMA
❒ CD Changer Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CD changer mode, disc selection, track selection, fast forward/fast
reverse, using two changers (dual changers), repeat play, disc repeat
play, random play, disc random play, scan play, disc scan play, display
change, direct disc selection
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Accessories
Control Reference Guide
(remote control unit)
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POWER
MENU
SOURCE
SEL
(ATT)
PWR
MUTE
NUMBER VOL
MUTE
#
MODE
VOL
1
RAND
2
SCAN
3
REP
1
2
Buttons of the remote control function in the same way as the controls on the main unit of the reference page.
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8
0
6
PRG
BAND/DISC UP
TUNE
TRACK
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6
9
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BAND
SET
DISP
Car Audio
Car Audio
Point the remote control unit at the sensor.
≥ Remote control unit
≥ Remote control unit
≥Lithium battery
≥Operating instructions
(CQ-DFX683U/DF583U) (1)
(CQ-DF203U) (1)
(CR2025) (1)
(1)
≥Installation hardware
(screws, power connector, etc.)
(page 46)
Swirches on/off the power. (page 19)
Selects a source. (page 19)
Enters the menu setting mode.
(pages 34, 36)
≥Operating guide for
≥Warranty card, etc.
Sirius
(CQ-DFX683U/DF583U)
(1)
POWER
MENU
SEL
Muting or attenuation. (page 20)
Adjusts the sound volume. (page 20)
Selects or adjusts an operation
or item. (page 35)
SOURCE
VOL
NUMBER
#
MUTE
Control Reference Guide
(remote control unit)
to
1
RAND
2
SCAN
3
REP
Memorizes broadcast stations [1] to [6].
(page 23)
CQ-DF203U
Enters the number input mode.
(pages 25, 29, 33)
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Selects preset number [1] to [6].
(page 23)
Direct track selection. (page 25)
Direct file/folder selection. (page 29)
Direct disc selection. (page 33)
Buttons of the remote control function in the same way as the controls on the main unit of the reference page.
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6
9
5
Point the remote control unit at the sensor.
BAND
SET
DISP
(ATT)
PWR
MUTE
Changes the display.
(pages 21, 22, 25, 29)
(ATT)
Random play (pages 25, 28, 33)
Folder random play (page 28)
Disc random play (page 33)
Car Audio
Switches on/off the power.
(page 19)
Muting or attenuation. (page 20)
PWR
MUTE
MODE
Scan play (pages 25, 29, 33)
Folder scan play (page 29)
Disc scan play (page 33)
MODE
VOL
VOL
Selects a band. (page 22)
Disc play pause (pages 24, 28)
Direct track/file/folder/disc selection.
(pages 25, 29, 33)
Switches between changer 1 and 2.
(page 32)
Selects a source.
Adjusts the sound volume. (page 20)
(This has the same function as
[SOURCE] on the main unit.)
(page 19)
Repeat play (pages 25, 28, 33)
Folder repeat play (page 28)
Disc repeat play (page 33)
PRG
BAND/DISC UP
TUNE
TRACK
TUNE
TRACK
PRG
Selects or seeks frequency.
(page 22)
BAND/DISC UP
Selects a band. (page 22)
CD play pause (page 24)
Selects or searches track. (page 24)
Car Audio
Adjust the clock. (page 21)
Selects or seeks the frequency. (page 22)
Selects or searches the track/file. (pages 24, 27)
Selects the folder. (page 28)
Selects the disc. (page 32)
Adjusts the setting item. (page 37)
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Remote Control Unit Preparation
General
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1 Power (PWR)
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ON
Battery Installation
1 Remove the battery holder.
Lithium battery
(included)
AC
Back side
Turn your car’s ignition key to ACC or ON
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4
position.
Pull the battery holder by the position B while
pushing position A in the direction indicated by
the arrow.
ON: Press [PWR].
OFF: Press and hold [PWR] again on the
main unit for more than 1 second.
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Note:
≥When the power is switched on for the first time,
a demonstration message appears on the display.
To cancel this display, press [DISP] (display).
2 Install the battery on the battery holder.
2
Press and hold [POWER] again on the
remote control unit for more than
2 seconds.
3 Insert the battery holder back into its original
Position B
≥ To display the message again, press and hold
[SOURCE] on the main unit for more than 4 sec-
onds when the power is off.
position.
3
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Press [PWR] again on the remote con-
trol unit.
Battery holder
Position A
Battery Notes
≥Battery type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025)
1
≥After turning off the ignition key, a security
message is displayed, and the panel re-
movable alarm that reminds you to take
the panel is activated.
(included)
≥Battery life: Approximately 6 months with nor-
mal use (at room temperature)
(When security function is set to on, page 36)
Caution:
≥Improper use of batteries may cause overheat-
ing, an explosion or ignition, resulting in injury
or a fire. Battery leakage may damage the unit.
≥Remove and dispose of an old battery immediately.
≥Do not disassemble or short the battery. Do not
throw a battery into a fire.
≥Keep batteries away from children to avoid the
risk of accidents.
Remote control signal sensor
Point the remote control unit at the main unit’s sensor.
[DISP] (display)
2 Source
≥Be careful to observe proper local disposal rules
when you dispose of batteries.
Press [SOURCE] to change the source.
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Radio
Radio
(page 22)
(page 22)
CD player
CD player
(When a CD is in the
player.)
(page 24)
(page 24)
or
MP3/WMA player
(When a MP3/WMA
data disc is in the player.)
(page 27)
The model CQ-DF203U does not support
MP3/WMA and CD changer.
CD changer control
(When a CD changer
is connected.) (page 32)
For details on the Sirius mode, refer to the
separate operating guide for Sirius.
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General
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Clock Set
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The 12-hour system is used for the clock.
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Volume
S HDB
Level Meter
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1 Press [DISP] (display).
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Turn [VOL].
(Super High Definition Bass)
Clock display
With music genres like rock music, the
bass-sound will be more powerful.
Press [S HDB].
Press [LEVEL].
[VOL # ]
Down
[VOL " ]
(Default)
Up
•
2 Press and hold [DISP] (display) again for
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more than 2 seconds.
SHDB is non-active.
(default)
Hours blink
[VOL " ]: Up
[VOL # ]: Down
The bass sounds of
the speakers are
Hours:
3 Press [%] or [$ ].
Hours set
moderately empha-
Setting range: 0 to 40
(default: 18)
sized.
lights.
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(The sounds of the
subwoofer can be
heard clearly.)
Note:
4 Press [DISP] (display).
≥The sound level for each source is stored in memory.
(For radio, one volume setting for AM, one volume
setting for all FMs)
Minutes blink
The bass sounds of
the speakers are
strongly emphasized.
lights.
Minutes:
5 Press [%] or [$ ].
Minutes set
[%] [$ ] (hour/minute)
6 Press [DISP] (display).
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End
(Function Settings: page 36)
Note:
Displays before ad-
justing the clock.
≥Press and hold [%] or [$ ] to change numbers
rapidly.
[DISP] (display)
Time Reset
Muting or Attenuation
ON: Press [
].
MUTE
1 Press and hold [DISP] (display) for more than
OFF:Press [
] again.
MUTE
2 seconds.
2 Repeat steps to
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6
.
Decreasing volume range is adjustable by setting.
(page 34)
Display Change
Press [DISP] (display).
When the power is off:
No sound.
lights.
Clock display
Display off
Decrease the volume
by 10 steps.
lights during
attenuation as well.
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≥To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations while you are driving.
Radio
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Radio mode display
1 Radio Mode
Preset Station Setting
≥ Up to 6 stations each can be saved in the FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM preset station memories.
FM stereo indicator
Press [SOURCE] to change to the radio
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mode.
Manual Preset Memory
Auto Preset Memory (APM)
Band Frequency
Manually save a station in the preset memory.
Automatically save stations with good reception in
the preset memory.
[%] [$ ] (tuning)
1 Select a band and frequency. (previous page)
1 Select a band. (previous page)
2 Press and hold [1] to [6] for more than
2 seconds to memorize.
2 Press and hold [APM] for more than 2 sec-
onds.
≥ The display blinks once, and a receiving sta-
tion is saved in the memory.
≥The 6 stations with good reception will be auto-
matically saved in the memory under preset num-
ber 1 to 6.
[BAND]
[APM]
(auto preset
memory)
≥Once set, the preset stations are sequentially
scanned for 5 seconds each. (scanning)
≥To stop the scanning, press [1] to [6].
Preset number
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[D M] (direct memory)
[1] to [6]
(preset station)
[DISP] (display)
2 Band
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Direct Memory (D M)
Press [BAND].
Your favorite radio station can be memorized in
1 Select a band and frequency. (previous page)
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[D M] (direct memory).
2 Press and hold [1] to [6] for more than 2 sec-
Default: FM 87.9 MHz
onds to memorize.
∫ Memorize
Note:
1 Select a band and frequency.
≥Existing saved stations are overwritten with new stations after this procedure above.
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2 Press and hold [D M] for more than 2 seconds.
3 Tuning
[$ ]: Up
[%]: Down
Preset Station Calling
1 Select a band. (previous page)
Press and hold [%] or [$ ] for more than
0.5 seconds, then release.
Seeking will start.
Note:
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2 Press [1] to [6].
≥Existing saved station is overwritten with new sta-
tion after this procedure above.
1 Select a band. (previous page)
Display Change
Press [DISP] (display).
∫ Recalling the Direct Memory
2 Press [1] to [6].
•
Press [D M].
Radio mode display
(default)
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Press [D M] again to cancel.
Note:
Clock display
≥You can recall the direct memory even when the
power is off.
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Caution:
≥Available discs:
• Disc size: 5z (12 cm) only
• CD-DA data recorded CD-R and CD-RW discs
≥3z (8 cm) CD is not available for this unit, so
do not insert it absolutely.
≥Before loading a disc, check to make sure that a
disc is not already loaded.
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[: 9] (track)
[OPEN]
•
•
use irregularly shaped discs.
push the front panel down or place
objects on it while it is open.
use discs that have a seal or label at-
tached.
pinch your finger or hand in the front
panel.
insert foreign matter into the disc
slot.
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≥ Do not
[ [
[ /1] (pause)
≥Refer to page 45 about notes on CD-Rs/RWs.
watch the scroll display while driving a
[SCROLL] [RANDOM] [SCAN] [REPEAT] [DISP] (display)
car. (page 25)
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Repeat Play
Press [REPEAT].
Display Change
Press [DISP] (display).
Note:
lights.
≥ The power will be turned on automatically when
≥ The disc/track title can be displayed.
Track number/playing
time (default)
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a disc is loaded.
≥ Be sure to close the front panel while CD play-
back.
Press [REPEAT] again to cancel.
Disc title (scroll)
Random Play
Press [RANDOM].
Listening to a CD
Track title (scroll)
lights.
(eject)
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1 Open the front panel.
All the available tracks play in a random sequence.
Press [OPEN].
Close.
Clock display
2 Insert the disc.
Press [RANDOM] again to cancel.
Note:
Playback starts automatically.
Displays when there is no
title.
≥ The display shows title when a disc with CD text
data is loaded. (Up to 128 letters can be displayed
when scrolling. Some letters are not serviceable.)
Label side
Scan Play
Track number Playing time
Press [SCAN].
The first 10 seconds of each track plays in se-
quence.
Close the front panel manually.
Track Selection
[9]: Next track.
[:]: Beginning of the current track.
For the previous track, press twice.
≥ Do not insert a disc when this indicator
lights.
≥ Lights when the disc is loaded.
Press [SCAN] again to cancel.
When CD is in the player
Press [SOURCE] to change to CD player
mode.
Fast Forward/Fast Reverse
Press and hold.
Text Scroll
Press [SCROLL].
Direct Track Selection
[9] (5): Fast forward.
[:] (6): Fast reverse.
Release to resume the regular play.
Example: track number 10
3 Stop and eject the disc.
When the display is set to show disc/track title, this
re-scroll the text.
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[ ]
1 Press
.
Press [OPEN] and [<] (eject).
2 Press [1] [0].
Pause
[ [
3 Press [BAND].
Press [ /1].
[ [
Press [ /1] again to cancel.
Note:
≥ Press [DISP] (display) to return to the regular
mode.
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CD Player
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Caution:
≥ Available discs:
• Disc size: 5z (12 cm) only
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use irregularly shaped discs.
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push the front panel down or place
Scan Play
Press and hold [SCAN] for more than 2 seconds.
The first 10 seconds of each track plays in se-
quence.
Repeat Play
Press [REPEAT].
•
MP3/WMA data recorded CD media (CD-ROM,
objects on it while it is open.
use discs that have a seal or label
lights.
•
CD-R, CD-RW)
≥ 3z (8 cm) CD is not available for this unit, so
do not insert it absolutely.
≥ Before loading a disc, check to make sure that a
disc is not already loaded.
≥ Refer to page 30 about notes on MP3/WMA.
≥ Refer to page 45 about notes on CD-Rs/RWs.
attached.
≥ Do not
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•
pinch your finger or hand in the front
panel.
insert foreign matter into the disc
slot.
Press [REPEAT] again to cancel.
Press and hold [SCAN] again for more than 2 sec-
onds to cancel.
watch the scroll display while driving a
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Press and hold [RANDOM] for more than 2 sec-
Listening to MP3/WMA
onds.
lights.
All the available tracks play in a random sequence.
(eject)
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1 Open the front panel.
Press [OPEN].
Close.
Press and hold [RANDOM] again for more than
2 seconds to cancel.
2 Insert the disc.
The display changes as shown below.
Playback starts automatically.
Label side
[: 9] (track)
[OPEN]
Close the front panel manually.
Data reading.
File Selection
MP3/WMA player
[ [
[9]: Next file.
[ /1]
[:]: Beginning of the current file.
For the previous file, press twice.
(pause)
Fast Forward/Fast Reverse
Press and hold.
Folder number
File number
[9] (5): Fast forward.
[:] (6): Fast reverse.
Release to resume the regular play.
≥ Do not insert a disc when this indicator
lights.
Direct Track Selection
Track number: 1 to 6
Display Change
Press [DISP] (display).
≥ Lights when the disc is loaded.
When CD is in the player
Press [SOURCE] to change to MP3/WMA
player mode.
Press a track number button from [1] to [6].
Track number/
playing time
(default)
Track number: 7 to 12
Press and hold a track number button from [7] to
[12] for more than 2 seconds.
Clock display
3 Stop and eject the disc.
Press [OPEN] and [<] (eject).
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Scan Play
Press [SCAN].
The first 10 seconds of each file on all folder plays
in sequence.
Direct File Selection
≥ The power will be turned on automatically when
a disc is loaded.
≥ Be sure to close the front panel while MP3/WMA
playback.
≥ The file/folder name can be displayed.
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≥ It may take some time to distinguish CD-DA and
MP3/WMA before playback starts.
≥ If you record too many folders and files onto a
disc, it may take some time before playback
starts.
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Example: file number 10
#
[ ]
1 Press
.
2 Press [1] [0].
Press [SCAN] again to cancel.
3 Press [BAND].
Folder Selection
Pause
Folder Scan Play
[" ]: Next folder.
[# ]: Previous folder.
[ [
Press and hold [SCAN] for more than 2 seconds.
From the next folder, the first 10 seconds of the
first file on each folder plays in sequence.
Press [ /1].
[ [
Direct Folder Selection
Press [ /1] again to cancel.
Example: folder number 10
1 Press twice.
#
[ ]
[OPEN]
Press and hold [SCAN] again for more than 2 sec-
onds to cancel.
2 Press [1] [0].
3 Press [BAND].
Display Change
Press [DISP] (display).
Note:
≥ Press [DISP] (display) to return to the regular
mode.
≥ Operation returns to the start of the disc when a
folder with no MP3 or WMA format files is selected.
Folder/file number
(default)
File playing time
Folder name (scroll)
File name (scroll)
[SCROLL] [RANDOM] [SCAN] [REPEAT] [DISP] (display)
Text Scroll
Press [SCROLL].
Repeat Play
Press [REPEAT].
Random Play
When the display is set to show folder/file name
and ID3/WMA tag, this re-scroll the text.
lights.
Press [RANDOM].
lights.
All the available files on all folders play in a random
sequence.
ID3/WMA Tag Setting
Press and hold [SCROLL] for more than 2 seconds.
Press [REPEAT] again to cancel.
Clock display
Press [RANDOM] again to cancel.
(Example: MP3)
Folder Repeat Play
Folder Random Play
Note:
Press and hold [REPEAT] for more than 2 seconds.
Press and hold [RANDOM] for more than 2 sec-
Displays when there is no
blinks.
Repeat the current folder.
onds.
blinks.
file/folder name.
≥The bit rate value changes when variable bit rate
(VBR) data is played.
≥When playing a Tree 1 file, the folder name is dis-
played with the word “ROOT” (root folder).
≥ Folder and file names can be displayed. Displayable
character number varies with file systems.
≥Characters that the player cannot display are
shown as an asterisk.
(Default)
All the files on the current folder play in a random
sequence.
When a folder name is displayed:
TAG ON: The album title is displayed.
TAG OFF: The folder name is displayed.
Press and hold [REPEAT] again for more than
2 seconds to cancel.
When a file name is displayed:
TAG ON: The title/artist name is displayed.
TAG OFF: The file name is displayed.
Press and hold [RANDOM] again for more than
2 seconds to cancel.
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❐ What is MP3/WMA?
❐ Recording MP3/WMA files on a CD-media
TM
MP3 (MPEG audio layer 3) and WMA (Windows Media 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 sin-
gle CD media. (This figures refer to data recorded on a 650 MB CD-R or CD-RW at a fixed bit rate of 128 kbps
and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.)
≥ You are recommended to minimize the chances
of making a disc that contains both CD-DA files
and MP3/WMA files.
≥ 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.
≥ The file extension “.mp3” or “.wma” should be
assigned to each file depending on the file format.
≥ This unit does not have the play list function.
≥ Although Multi-session recording is supported,
the use of Disc-at-Once is recommended.
≥ If CD-DA files are on the same disc as MP3 or
WMA files, the songs may not play in the in-
tended 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.
Note:
≥ MP3/WMA encoding and writing software are not supplied with this unit.
≥ CD writing software is not supplied with this unit.
Supported file systems
ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, Apple Extension to ISO
9660, Joliet, Romeo
❐ Points to remember when making MP3/WMA files
Common
≥ The name of MP3/WMA file should be added by
rules as shown in the following descriptions and
also comply with the rules of each file system.
MP3
≥ High bit rate and high sampling frequency are
recommended for high quality sounds.
≥ Selecting VBR (Variable Bit Rate) is not recom-
mended 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.
≥ It is recommended to set the bit rate to “128 kbps
or more” and “fixed”.
Note:
≥ Apple HFS, UDF 1.50, Mix CD (CD Extra) is not
supported.
WMA
≥ It is recommended to set the bit rate to “64 kbps
or more” and “fixed”.
≥ Do not set the copy protect attribute on the WMA
file to enable this unit to playback.
Compression formats (Recommend: “Points to remember when making MP3/WMA files” on the previous page)
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
MPEG 1 audio layer 3 (MP3)
MPEG 2 audio layer 3 (MP3)
Windows Medio Audio Ver. 2, Ver. 8
32 kj320 kbps
8 kj160 kbps
64 kj192 kbps
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 damage, but also damage your hearing.
❐ Folder selection order/file playback order (example)
Note:
Root folder (root directory)
1
≥ This unit counts the number of folders irrespective of the
presence or absence of MP3/WMA file.
❐ Display Information
2
[1
Folder selection
≥ If the selected folder does not contain any MP3/WMA
files, the nearest MP3/WMA files in the order of playback
will be played.
≥ Playback order may be different from other MP3/WMA
players even if the same disc is used.
∫Displayed items
In the order
to
to
1
6
4
CD-TEXT
MP3/WMA
≥ Folder name
≥ File name
MP3 (ID3 tag)
≥ Album title
≥ Artist name
≥ Title name
WMA (WMA tag)
≥ Album title
≥ Artist name
≥ Title name
[3
File selection
≥ Disc title
≥ Track title
3
[1
[4
[2
In the order
5
6
≥ “ROOT” appears when displaying the root folder name.
∫Displayable characters
≥ Displayable length of file name/folder name: within 128 characters
≥ Name files and folders in accordance with the standard of each file system. Refer to the instructions of writ-
ing software for details.
Maximum number of files/folders:
[4
≥ Maximum number of files/folders: 999 (filesifolders)
≥ Maximum number of files in one folder: 255
≥ Maximum depth of trees: 8
Tree 1
Tree 2
Tree 3
.....Tree 8 (Max.)
≥ ASCII character set and special characters in each language can be displayed.
≥
Maximum number of folders: 255 (Root folder is included.)
Copyright
ASCII character set
A to Z, a to z, digits 0 to 9, and the following symbols:
(space) ! ” # $ % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ˆ _ ` { | } ~
Special characters
It is prohibited by copyright laws to copy, distribute
and deliver copyrighted materials such as music
without the approval of copyright holder except en-
joying yourself personally.
Windows Media, and the Windows
logo are trademarks, or registered
trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
À Á Â Ã Å à á â ã å Ä ä
Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö ò ó ô õ ö
Ù Ú Û Ü ù ú û ü
Note:
No warranty
≥ With some software in which MP3/WMA format files have been encoded, the character information may not
be displayed properly.
≥ Undisplayable characters and symbols will be converted into an asterisk.
Above description complies with our investigations
as of December 2002. It has no warranty for repro-
ducibility and displayability of MP3/WMA.
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CD changer functions are designed for optional
Panasonic CD changer unit.
≥ The following functions are not supported dur-
ing playback through the CD changer:
• CD-ROM, CD-RW playback
• CD text display
• MP3/WMA playback.
• Pause
≥ In principle, CD-R disc play is supported but it
does not follow that it will be possible to play all
such discs properly.
Repeat Play
Scan Play
Press [SCAN].
The first 10 seconds of each track on all discs plays
in sequence.
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Press [REPEAT].
lights.
Preparation:
≥ Connect the CD changer, and load a magazine
(CDs).
Note:
≥ The power will be turned on automatically when
a magazine is loaded.
Repeat the current track.
Press [REPEAT] again to cancel.
Press [SCAN] again to cancel.
CD changer mode display
Disc Repeat Play
Press and hold [REPEAT] for more than 2 seconds.
blinks.
Repeat the current disc.
Disc Scan Play
Press and hold [SCAN] for more than 2 seconds.
From the next disc, the first 10 seconds of the first
track of all the discs plays in sequence.
1 CD Changer Mode
Lights when the changer is connected.
(When a CD changer is connected and a
magazine is in the changer.)
Changer 1
(This lights only when
the dual changer con-
Press [SOURCE] to change to CD changer
mode.
Playback starts automatically.
Track
number time
Playing Disc
number
trol unit is connected.)
Press and hold [REPEAT] again for more than
Press and hold [SCAN] for more than 2 seconds
Note:
2 seconds to cancel.
again to cancel.
≥Load a magazine with CDs.
Fast Forward/Fast Reverse
Press and hold.
[9] (5): Fast forward.
[:] (6): Fast reverse.
Release to resume the regular play.
Random Play
Press [RANDOM].
All the available tracks on all discs in the magazine
play in a random sequence.
Display Change
Press [DISP] (display).
≥Magazine is ejected in the CD changer mode.
lights.
Track number/playing
time/disc number
(default)
Clock display
Press [RANDOM] again to cancel.
[BAND]
(changer 1/2)
Disc Random Play
Press and hold [RANDOM] for more than 2 sec-
Direct Disc Selection
[RANDOM]
[SCAN] [REPEAT]
[DISP] (display)
onds.
blinks.
Example: disc number 10
2 Disc Selection
Using Two Changers (Dual Changers)
Use the dual changer control unit (CA-CD55; op-
tion) to connect the 2 CD changers to this unit.
(page 55)
All the available tracks on the current disc play in a
random sequence.
[" ]: Next disc.
[# ]: Previous disc.
1 Press
#
[ ]
.
2 Press [1] [0].
3 Track Selection
Press [BAND].
The selected changer number (either
3 Press [BAND].
Press and hold [RANDOM] again for more than
2 seconds to cancel.
or
) lights.
[9]: Next track.
[:]: Beginning of the current track.
Note:
Note:
For the previous track, press twice.
≥ For details on the Sirius receiver connections,
≥ Press [DISP] (display) to return to the regular
refer to the separate operating guide for Sirius.
mode.
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1 Press [SEL].
2 Turn [VOL].
[VOL # ]
[VOL " ]
(Press [VOL " ] or [VOL # ]
on the remote control unit.)
(Push.)
Select
Volume
Default: 18
[VOL " ]: Increases the volume.
[VOL # ]: Decreases the volume.
Setting range: 0 to 40
Select
Select
Select
Select
[VOL " ]: Increases the bass.
[VOL # ]: Decreases the bass.
Bass and Treble
You can adjust the bass and treble sound.
Default: BAS (bass) 0 dB
TRE (treble) 0 dB
Setting range: j12 dB to i12 dB (by 2 dB)
[VOL " ]: Increases the treble.
[VOL # ]: Decreases the treble.
Balance and Fader
You can adjust the sound balance among the
front, rear, right and left speakers.
[VOL " ]: Right enhanced.
[VOL # ]: Left enhanced.
Default: BAL (balance) CNT (center)
FAD (fader) CNT (center)
Setting range: 15 levels each
[VOL " ]: Front enhanced.
[VOL # ]: Rear enhanced.
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Select
Select
You can change the subwoofer volume level.
[VOL " ]: Increases the level.
[VOL # ]: Decreases the level.
Default: 0 dB
Setting range: MUTE (subwoofer mute)
j6 dB to i6 dB (by 2 dB)
[VOL " ]: Decrease the volume
by 10 steps.
Note:
Muting or Attenuation
You can select MUTE or ATTENUATION when
≥ Press [DISP] (display) to return to the
regular mode.
(attenuation)
[MUTE] is pressed.
≥ If no operation takes place for more
than 7 seconds in audio setting, the
display returns to the regular mode.
[VOL # ]: No sound.
Default: MUTE
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1 Press and hold [SEL] 2 Press [SEL].
for more than 2 sec-
onds.
3 Turn [VOL].
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(Press [" ] or [# ] on the
remote control unit.)
[# ]
[" ]
(Push.)
Security Function
When the key in the ignition is turned
OFF.
≥ Security message will be displayed.
[" ]: Security function is active.
Security Function
The security indicator blinks
when the removable face plate
is removed from the unit.
Select
[# ]: Security function is non-active.
Default: SLED ON
≥
The panel removable alarm will be active.
(page 51)
When the removable face plate is re-
moved.
≥ The security indicator blinks.
(page 51)
[" ]: Sirius control mode is selectable
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table as a source even if the
Sirius receiver is connected.
(Press and hold.)
Default: SET OFF
2 sec.
Pattern 4
Pattern 3
Note:
Level Meter
Select
≥ For details on the “Excluding Sirius
from Source Selection” function, refer
to the separate operating guide for
Sirius.
≥ Press [DISP] (display) to return to the
regular mode.
≥ If no operation takes place for more
than 7 seconds in function setting, the
display returns to the regular mode.
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[# ]
[" ]
Default: PATTERN 1
Setting range:PATTERN 1 to 4,
OFF
Pattern 1
Pattern off
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Preliminary Steps
Caution:
≥ Do not use the unit if it malfunctions or is
something wrong.
Check and take steps as described in the tables
below.
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Trouble
Cause/Step
≥ Do not use the unit in abnormal condition, for
example, without sound, or with smoke or foul
smell, which can cause ignition or electric
shock. Immediately stop using it and call the
store where you purchased it.
Station is too far, or signals are too weak.
➡Select other stations of higher signal level.
If You Suspect Something Wrong
Immediately switch the power off.
Disconnect the power connector and check that
there is neither smoke nor heat from the unit before
asking for repairs. Never try to repair the unit your-
self because it is dangerous to do so.
The motor antenna relay control lead is not connected correctly.
➡If there is a motor antenna in the car, connect the antenna control
lead to the motor antenna lead that is installed in the car correctly.
Too much noise in FM
stereo and monaural
(AM) broadcasts.
The ground connection of the radio antenna is not secure enough.
➡Check the ground connection of the mounted base part of the
antenna, and tighten up the screw.
Troubleshooting Tips
➡ Common
The radio antenna is not extended enough.
➡Fully extend the radio antenna.
Trouble
Cause/Step
Car’s engine switch is not on.
➡Turn your car’s ignition switch to ACC or ON.
Battery cable is not correctly connected.
➡Connect the battery cable to the terminal that is always active.
Preset station is reset.
Cables are not correctly connected.
➡Connect cables correctly.
➡Connect the battery cable to the terminal that is always active.
➡Connect the accessory cable to your car’s ACC source.
➡Connect the grounding wire to a metal part of the car.
No power.
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CD
Fuse is burnt out.
Trouble
Cause/Step
➡Call the store where you purchased the unit, or your nearest
Servicenter (see the attached sheet) and ask for fuse replacement.
Disc is upside down.
➡Place disc in the correct direction with the label side up.
Mute is set to ON.
➡Set it to OFF.
≥ Disc is dirty.
≥ Disc has scratches.
➡Clean disc, referring to the section on “ Notes on CD/CD Media
(CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)” . (page 45)
Cables are not correctly connected.
➡Connect cables correctly.
No sound.
Condensation (dew).
➡Wait for a while before use.
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Disc is in the CD
compartment but no
sound is made, or disc
is ejected automatically.
A disc that has data other than CD-DA or MP3/WMA type is played.
➡Discs that have CD-DA or MP3/WMA type data should be used.
A mobile phone is used near the unit.
➡Keep the mobile phone away from the unit.
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Noise.
The unit’s grounding wire is not connected securely.
➡Check the metal areas of the car body (chassis), and connect the
grounding wire more securely.
A disc that has data other than CD-DA type is played.
➡Discs that have CD-DA type data should be used.
➡The unit may not successfully play back a CD-R/RW that is made in
combination of writing software, a CD recorder (CD-R/RW drive)
and a disc which are incompatible one another. Refer to
instructions for the concerned devices for details.
Audio sound is output
but the display shows
demonstration message.
Demonstration mode is ON.
➡Press [DISP] (display) to cancel demonstration mode.
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Trouble
Cause/Step
Trouble
Cause/Step
The disc does not conform to any of the file systems supported by this
player.
➡Insert a disc that conforms to the file systems (ISO 9660 Level 1,
Level 2, Joliet, Romeo or Apple Extension to ISO 9660).
≥ Disc is dirty.
≥ Disc has scratches.
➡Clean disc, referring to the section on “ Notes on CD/CD Media
(CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)” . (page 45)
No playback.
Sound skips, bad sound
quality. (e.g. caused by
noise)
The MP3 file is missing the “.mp3” file name extension.
➡Make sure to add the “ .mp3” extension to each MP3 file name.
➡The unit may not successfully play back a CD-R/RW that is made in
combination of writing software, a CD recorder (CD-R/RW drive)
and a disc which are incompatible one another. Refer to
instructions for the concerned devices for details.
The WMA file is missing the “.wma” file name extension.
➡Make sure to add the “ .wma” extension to each WMA file name.
The folders and files recorded on the disc are layered too much.
➡As checking of files takes longer in this case, do not record any
unnecessary folders or files other than MP3/WMA on the disc.
It takes too long for
playback to start.
Mounting angle is over 30o.
➡Adjust mounting angle to less than 30x.
Sound skips due to
vibration.
Instable mounting.
➡Mount the unit securely with the mounting parts, referring to the
section on installation.
➡The recording quality differs depending on the encoding software
used, and on settings such as the bit rate. Set the bit rate within the
range specified in the specifications chart (page 57).
It is recommended to set the bit rate to “ 128 kbps or more” and
“ Fixed” .
Poor recording quality,
sound skipping.
≥ Disc is defective.
≥ Mechanical trouble.
➡Press [OPEN] to open the panel and press [<] (eject). If normal
operation is not restored, call the store where you purchased the
unit or the nearest Servicenter to ask for repairs.
High-speed writing was executed when MP3/WMA data was recorded on
the disc.
➡Decrease writing speed as low as possible.
Disc is not ejected.
Files or folders are not recorded in the desired playback order.
➡Some writing software lets you specify the recording order by
adding a prefix in the range of “ 01”j“ 99” , etc. to the file name.
For details refer to the user manual of your writing software.
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≥ Disc is dirty.
≥ Disc has scratches.
➡Clean disc, referring to the section on “ Notes on CD/CD Media
(CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)” . (page 45)
Files are not played in
the desired order.
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CD text is not displayed
normally.
The disc does not conform to the file systems supported by this player.
➡Insert a disc that conforms to the file systems (ISO 9660 Level 1,
Level 2, Joliet, Romeo or Apple Extension to ISO 9660).
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An attempt has been made to play a mixed disc.
➡In the case of mixed discs, MP3 files may be played with their
sound muted.
Folder/file name is not
displayed correctly.
Time is counted but no
sound comes out.
➡There may be a problem with your writing software or CD recorder
(CD-R/RW drive). For details refer to the user manual of your
writing software.
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An attempt has been made to play a regular CD-ROM disc.
➡Insert a CD-DA disc.
You ran the file in fast forward or fast reverse during playback or turned
off the ignition switch of the car during playback.
➡Playing another file will return the file playing time to normal.
File playing time is not
displayed correctly.
You played a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format file.
➡The file playing time of VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format file is
sometimes displayed incorrectly.
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➡ CD/MP3/WMA
Trouble
Cause/Step
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CD
Left and right balance, or front and rear balance is off on one side.
➡Adjust balance/fader setting as appropriate.
Display
Cause/Step
No sound from left, right,
front or rear speaker.
Cables are not correctly connected.
➡Connect the cables correctly.
≥ Disc is dirty, or is upside down.
➡Check the disc.
Left and right sounds
are reversed in stereo
listening.
The speaker wires are reversed between right and left.
➡Connect the speaker wires to the correct ones.
➡ Remote Control Unit
Trouble
Cause/Step
Disc has scratches.
➡Check the disc.
Battery polarities are reversed.
➡Insert the battery correctly.
Wrong the battery.
➡Check the battery.
Buttons are invalid for
operation.
No operation by some cause.
➡If normal operation is not restored, call the store where you
purchased the unit or the nearest Servicenter to ask for repairs.
The battery has run down.
➡Replace the battery.
Remote control unit is in the wrong direction.
➡Direct the remote control unit at sensor on the front panel.
∫MP3/WMA
The player for some reason cannot read the file you are trying to play.
(File recorded in an unsupported file system, compression scheme, data
format, file name extension, damaged data, etc.)
§
➡Select a file that the player can read. Confirm the type of data
recorded on the disc. Create a new disc if necessary.
∫WMA
An attempt has been made to play a copy-protected WMA file.
§
➡Play WMA files which are not copy-protected.
No disc is in the player.
➡Insert discs in the player.
§ If all the files cannot be played, E4 or E5 remains on the display.
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➡ CD Changer
Notes on CD/CD Media
(CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)
Notes on CD-Rs/RWs
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Display
Cause/Step
≥ 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 temper-
atures and high humidity than ordinary music
CDs. Leaving them inside a car for extended peri-
ods may damage them and make playback im-
possible.
≥ The unit may not successfully play back a
CD-R/RW that was made by the combination of
writing software, a CD recorder (CD-R/RW drive)
and a disc if they are incompatible one another.
≥ This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs if the
session is not closed.
If you use commercial CDs, they must have
either of these labels below.
≥ Disc is dirty, or is upside down.
≥ A disc other than a music CD (CD-DA type) is loaded.
➡Check the disc. (The changer automatically switches to the next disc.)
Disc has scratches.
➡Check the disc. (The changer automatically switches to the next disc.)
How to hold the disc
≥ Do not touch the underside of the disc.
≥ Do not scratch the discs.
≥ Do not bend the disc.
≥ When not in use, keep the disc in the case.
No operation by some cause.
➡If normal operation is not restored, call the store where you
purchased the unit or the nearest Servicenter to ask for repairs.
The display continues if you cannot switch off the power.
No disc is in the changer (magazine).
➡Insert discs into the changer (magazine).
Label side
≥ This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs which
contains other than CD-DA (or MP3/WMA data
The dual changer control unit is connected, and the connections are now
being checked.
➡The connections are now being checked so please wait a few
moments.
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).
≥ Be sure to observe the instructions of CD-R/RW
disc for handling it.
≥ The dual changer control unit is connected but the changers are not
connected.
≥ The changer has become disconnected from the main unit in the
changer mode.
➡Verify that correct connections have been made.
Do not leave discs on the following places:
≥ Direct sunlight
≥ Near car heaters
≥ Dirty, dusty and damp areas
≥ Seats and dashboards
Note:
≥For details, refer to operating instructions for the changer used.
Disc cleaning
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center out-
ward.
Maintenance
Replacing the Fuse
Your product is designed and manufactured to en-
sure a minimum of maintenance. Use a dry, a soft
cloth for routine exterior cleaning. Never use ben-
zine, thinner or other solvents.
Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A).
Using different substitutes or fuses with higher rat-
ings, or connecting the unit directly without a fuse,
could cause fire or damage to the unit.
<Right>
<Wrong>
If the replacement fuse fails, contact your nearest
Panasonic Servicenter for service.
Product Servicing
If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the
problem, we recommend that you take it to your
nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter. The
product should be serviced only by a qualified tech-
nician.
Do not attach any seals or labels to your discs.
Do not write on the disc label in a heavy pen or
ballpoint pen stroke.
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If your car is not wired for an audio unit:
Go to the fuse block and find the fuse port for the
battery, usually marked BAT.
❐ Identify All Leads
The first step in installation is to identify all the car
wires you’ll use when hooking up your sound sys-
tem.
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WARNING
Speakers
This installation information is de-
signed for experienced installers and is
not intended for non-technical individu-
als. It does not contain warnings or cau-
tions of potential dangers involved in
attempting to install this product.
Any attempt to install this product in a
motor car by anyone other than quali-
fied installer could cause damage to the
electrical system and could result in se-
rious personal injury or death.
As you identify each wire, we suggest that you label
it using masking tape and a permanent marker. This
will help avoid confusion when making connections
later.
Identify the car speaker leads. There are two leads
for each speaker which are usually color coded.
A handy way to identify the speaker leads and the
speaker they are connected with is to test the leads
using a 1.5 V AA battery as follows.
Hold one lead against one pole of the battery and
stroke the other lead across the other pole. You will
hear a scraping sound in one of the speakers if you
are holding a speaker lead.
Note:
≥Do not connect the power connector to the stereo
unit until you have made all connections. If there
are no plastic caps on the stereo hooking wires,
insulate all exposed leads with electrical tape until
you are ready to use them. Identify the leads in
the following order.
≥Install the unit in the dashboard.
≥Check the operation of the unit.
If you encounter problems, please consult your
nearest professional installer.
❐ Installation Hardware
If not, keep testing different lead combinations until
you have located all the speaker leads. When you
label them, include the speaker location for each.
No.
Item
Diagram Q’ty
1
Mounting collar
1
Power Lead
Caution:
Antenna Motor
If your car has a radio or is pre-wired for one:
Cut the connector wires one at a time from the plug
(leaving the leads as long as possible) so that you
can work with individual leads.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Hex. nut (5 mm·)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
≥This unit operates with a 12 V DC negative
ground auto battery system only. Do not at-
tempt to use it in any other system. Doing so
could cause serious damage.
If your car is equipped with an automatic power an-
tenna, identify the car motor antenna lead by con-
necting one bulb tester lead to the car battery lead
and touching the remaining exposed wires from the
cut radio connector plug one at a time. You will
hear the antenna motor activate when you touch the
correct wire.
Rear support strap
Before you begin installation, look for the items
which are packed with your unit.
Tapping screw
(5 mm·a16 mm)
Mounting bolt (5 mm·)
Antenna
≥Warranty Card…Fill this out promptly.
≥Panasonic Servicenter List for Service Directory
…Keep for future reference in case the product
needs servicing.
≥Installation Hardware…Needed for in-dash in-
stallation.
Turn the ignition on to the accessory position, and
ground one lead of the test bulb to the chassis.
The antenna lead is a thick, black wire with a metal
plug at the end.
Power connector
Touch the other lead of the test bulb to each of the
exposed wires from the cut radio connector plug.
Touch one wire at a time until you find the outlet
that causes the test bulb to light.
❐ Connect All Leads
Removable face plate
case
Now that you have identified all the wires in the car,
you are ready to begin connecting them to the
stereo unit wires. The wiring diagram (page 52)
shows the proper connections and color coding of
the leads.
❐ Required Tools
You’ll need a screwdriver, a 1.5 V AA battery, and
the following:
Trim plate
Now turn the ignition off and then on. If the bulb
also turns off and on, that outlet is the car power
lead.
Lock cancel plate
12 V DC
Test bulb
Electrical
tape
Side-cut
pliers
We strongly recommend that you test the unit be-
fore making a final installation.
If your car is not wired for an audio unit:
Go to the fuse block and find the fuse port for radio
(RADIO), accessory (ACC), or ignition (IGN).
You can set the unit on the floor and make tempo-
rary connections to test the unit. Use electrical tape
to cover all exposed wires.
❐ Overview
Battery Lead
This product should be installed by a professional.
However, if you plan to install this product yourself,
your first step is to decide where to install it. The in-
structions in these pages will guide you through the
remaining steps:
If your stereo unit has a yellow lead, you will need
to locate the car’s battery lead. Otherwise you may
ignore this procedure. (The yellow battery lead pro-
vides continuous power to maintain a clock, memo-
ry storage, or other function.)
Important:
≥Connect the red power lead last, after you have
made and insulated all other connections.
❐ Dashboard Specifications
Thickness Min. 3⁄16z (4.75 mm)
Max. 7⁄32z (5.56 mm)
(Please refer to the “ WARNING” statement
above.)
Ground
If your car has a radio or is pre-wired for one:
With the ignition and headlights off, identify the car
battery lead by grounding one lead of the test bulb
to the chassis and checking the remaining exposed
wires from the cut radio connector plug.
Connect the black ground lead of the power connec-
tor to the metal car chassis.
23⁄32z (53 mm)
≥Identify and label the car wires.
≥Connect the car wires to the wires of the power
connector.
75⁄32z (182 mm)
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❐ Final Checks
1. Make sure that all wires are properly connected
and insulated.
2. Make sure that the stereo unit is securely held in
the mounting collar.
3. Turn on the ignition to check the unit for proper
operation.
❐ Installation Procedures
Connect the speaker wires. See the wiring diagram
(page 52) for the proper hookups. Follow the dia-
gram carefully to avoid damaging the speakers and
the stereo unit.
The speakers used must be able to handle more
than 50 W of audio power. If using an optional
audio amplifier, the speakers should be able to han-
dle the maximum amplifier output power. Speakers
with low input ratings can be damaged. Speaker im-
pedance should measure 4–8 ≠, which is typically
marked on most speakers. Lower or higher imped-
ance speakers will affect output and can cause both
speaker and stereo unit damage.
Motor Antenna
Connect the car motor antenna lead to the dark blue
motor antenna relay control lead.
(Do not confuse the antenna lead with blue/white
stripe lead for a power amplifier.)
Battery
First complete the electrical connections, and then
check them for correctness. (page 52)
The included mounting collar 1 is designed
specifically for this unit. Do not use it to attach
any other model.
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Insert mounting collar 1 into the
dashboard, and bend the mounting tabs
out with a screwdriver.
1
If you have difficulties, consult your nearest author-
ized professional installer for assistance.
The tabs to be bent vary depending on the
car. To securely install the unit, fully bend
a number of the tabs so that there is no
rattling.
6 Power
connector
❐ Preparation
≥ We strongly recommend that you wear gloves
for installation work to protect yourself from
injuries.
≥ When bending the mounting tabs of the
mounting collar with a screwdriver, be careful
not to injure your hands and fingers.
Example:
Mounting
springs (§)
Tab
Mounting holes
≥ Disconnect the cable from the negative -battery
terminal (see caution below).
≥ Unit should be installed in a horizontal position
with the front end up at a convenient angle, but
not more than 30o.
5 Mounting bolt
Connect the yellow battery lead to the correct radio
wire or to the battery fuse port on the fuse block.
Antenna
Connect the antenna by plugging the antenna lead
into the antenna receptacle.
Secure the rear of the unit.
2
5
After fixing mounting bolt
and power con-
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nector , fix the rear of the unit to the car
Mounting springs (§)
body by either method (a) or (b) shown below.
Equipment
Connect any optional equipment such as an amplifi-
er, according to the instructions furnished with the
equipment. Leave about 12z (30 cm) of distance be-
tween the speaker leads/amplifier unit and the an-
tenna/antenna extension cord. Read the operating
and installation instructions of any equipment you
will connect to this unit.
3 Insert trim plate 8.
Less than 30x
After installation,
reconnect the nega-
tive -battery ter-
minal.
Engage the mounting
springs (§) in the
mounting holes of
the mounting collar
1 firmly.
4
Caution:
Mounting
hole
Power
≥ Do not disconnect the battery terminals of a
car with a trip or navigational computer since
all user settings stored in memory will be lost.
Instead take extra care with installing the unit
to prevent shorts.
Connect the red power lead to the correct car radio
wire or to the appropriate fuse port on the fuse
block.
If the stereo unit functions properly with all these
connections made, disconnect the wires and pro-
ceed to the final installation.
Mounting springs
(a) Using the rear support strap 3
(b) Using the rubber cushion (option)
Fire wall of car
Rear support bracket
(provided on the car)
Dashboard Installation
Installation Opening
Rubber cushion (option)
4 Tapping screw
3 mm·
❐ Final Installation
Lead Connections
Connect all wires, making sure that each connection
is insulated and secure. Bundle all loose wires and
fasten them with tape so they will not fall down
later. Now insert the stereo unit into the mounting
collar.
23/32q
(53 mm)
2 Hex. nut
75/32q
(182 mm)
3 Rear support
strap
This unit can be installed in any dashboard having
an opening as shown above. The dashboard should
be 3⁄16z (4.75 mm)j7⁄32z (5.56 mm) thick in order to
be able to support the unit.
5 Mounting bolt
5 Mounting bolt
1 Mounting collar
Congratulations! After making a few final checks,
you’re ready to enjoy your new auto stereo system.
1 Mounting collar
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Anti-Theft System
This unit is equipped with a removable face plate.
Removing this face plate makes the radio totally in-
operable. The security indicator will blink.
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Switch off the power of the unit.
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Remove the removable face plate.
1
1 Press [OPEN]. The removable face plate
Place the Removable Face Plate
1 Open.
will be opened.
Contact
2 Push.
7 Removable face plate case
into Case
1 Switch off the power of the unit.
[OPEN]
2 Remove the removable face plate. (page 50)
3 Gently press the bottom of the case and open
the cover. Place the face plate into the case and
take it with you when you leave the car.
3 Pull
out.
2 Push the face plate to the left.
3 Pull it out toward you.
Install Removable Face Plate
Contact
1 Fit the face plate with its left hole on one of the
pins provided on the main unit.
2 Remove the trim plate 8with a screwdriver.
8 Trim plate
2 Fit the other hole on the other pin applying
2
slight pressure.
3
Screwdriver
3 Move the face plate up and down a few times to
make sure it is secure. Then close the front
panel and press down the right side of the face
plate until it clicks into plate.
1
3 1 Insert the lock cancel plates 9 along
Security Indicator
1 Insert.
the grooves on both sides of the main
unit until “click” is heard.
Security indicator
The security indicator blinks when the removable
face plate is removed from the unit.
Insert the tab
end in the
outer groove.
2 Pull out the unit while pushing the
This function is activated when the security function
is on. (page 36)
plates further inside.
Panel Removal Alarm
9 Lock cancel plate
This alarm sounds to warn you not to forget to re-
move the panel before leaving your car.
“Click”
This function is activated when the security function
is on. (page 36)
Caution:
2 Pull out.
≥ 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 level.
≥ 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
contacts, wipe them off with a clean and dry
cloth.
4 Remove the unit by pulling with both hands.
≥ To avoid damaging the front panel, do not push
it down or place objects on it while it is open.
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Accessory used for wiring
No.
Item
Q’ty
Caution:
≥ This product is designed to operate with a 12 V
DC, negative ground battery system.
≥To prevent damage to the unit, be sure to follow
the connection diagram below.
≥Be sure to insulate any exposed wires from a
possible short-circuit from the car chassis.
Bundle all cables and keep cable terminals free
from touching any metal parts.
≥Remember, if your car has a drive computer or a
navigation computer, the data of its memory
may be erased when the battery terminals are
disconnected.
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Power connector
1
≥Remove approximately 1⁄4z (5 mm) of protective
covering from the ends of the leads before con-
necting.
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CD changer input cord
R (red)
CD.C-IN
L (white)
≥Do not insert the power connector into the unit
until the wiring is completed.
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Subwoofer cord
(Red)
Monaural
S.W-OUT
(White)
Antenna
: L (white) Preamp output connector (rear)
: R (red)
Preamp output connector (front)
CD changer control connector
6
External amplifier control power lead
(max. 500 mA)
Power
connector
Fuse (15 A)§
(Blue/white stripe)
This lead is for connection to the power amplifier.
§
If the fuse (rear panel) blows frequently,
there may be something wrong with the unit.
Consult your nearest Panasonic Servicenter
Note:
≥ This lead is used for power control when an external power amplifier
is connected. The power supply of a power amplifier will be activated
when turning on the power of this unit.
for service.
(White)
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Left
(White/black stripe)
Front speaker lead
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FRONT SP
To front speaker
Dual CD changer control lead
(Brown/white stripe)
(Blue)
(Gray)
Right
Note:
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≥ Insulate this lead with vinyl tape when you do not connect it.
(Gray/black stripe)
(Green)
Antenna control lead
(to motor antenna) (max. 500 mA)
This lead is not intended for use with switch actuated power
antenna.
+
Left
(Green/black stripe)
Rear speaker lead
-
+
REAR SP
Note:
To rear speaker
≥ The power antenna extends automatically
when the AM/FM radio mode is selected.
(Violet)
Right
-
(Violet/black stripe)
ACC
ACC power lead
To ACC power, _12 V DC.
(Red)
Caution:
≥ Do not connect more than one
speaker to one set of speaker leads.
L
BATTERY 15 A
Battery lead
To the car battery, continuous _12 V DC.
(Yellow)
R
Ground lead
To a clean, bare metallic part of the car chassis.
(Black)
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❐ Upgrading the System 2
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Example Combination
≥ CD changer (CX-DP88U, option)
≥ Stereo power amplifier (option)
Example Combination
≥ CD changer (CX-DP88U, option)
≥ Dual changer control unit
(CA-CD55, option)
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Power connector
R (red)
R (red)
CD changer input cord
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Subwoofer cord
Stereo power
amplifier
S.W-OUT
L (white)
L (white)
Subwoofer
RCA cord
DIN extension cord
(supplied with CA-CD55)
(bridged
connection)
(supplied with CA-CD55)
(White)
Dual changer
output cord
RCA cord
(option)
Monaural
Dual changer
control unit
(CA-CD55, option)
.
TWIN CD C-CONT
CD changer input cord
R (red)
RCA cord (R)
Dual CD changer control lead
CD.C-IN
(Brown/white stripe)
CD changer
control connector
L (white)
RCA cord (L)
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Changer 1
connecting
cord
Changer 2
connecting
cord
Note:
For details on the Sirius receiver
connections, refer to the separate
operating guide for Sirius.
≥
DIN cord
RCA cord
DIN cord
RCA cord
Extension cord
(supplied with CX-DP88U)
Preamp output connector (rear)
Preamp output connector (front)
: L (white)
: R (red)
DIN cord
Fuse (3 A)
Fuse (3 A)
Battery lead
Ground lead
Battery lead
Ground lead
Battery lead
Ground lead
Fuse (3 A)
CD changer
(CX-DP88U, option)
CD changer
(CX-DP88U, option)
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❐ General
Power supply:
❐ FM Stereo Radio
❐ CD Player
12 V DC (11 Vj16 V),
Frequency range:
Usable sensitivity:
87.9 MHzj107.9 MHz
11.0 dBf.
Sampling frequency:
DA converter:
8 times oversampling
1 bit/4 DAC system
Astigma 3-beam
Semiconductor laser
780 nm
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ative ground
(1.25 ¨V, 75 ≠)
50 dB quieting sensitivity: 15.2 dBf. (1.6 ¨V, 75 ≠)
Pick-up type:
Light source:
Wave length:
Frequency response:
Signal to noise ratio:
Total harmonic distortion: 0.01 % (1 kHz)
Wow and flutter:
Channel separation:
Current consumption:
Less than 2.2 A
(CD play mode;
0.5 Wa4 channels)
Maximum power output: 50 Wa4 channels at
1 kHz, volume control
Frequency response:
Alternate channel
selectivity:
30 Hzj15 kHz (n3 dB)
20 Hzj20 kHz (n1 dB)
96 dB
75 dB
Stereo separation:
Image response ratio:
IF response ratio:
Signal to noise ratio:
35 dB (1 kHz)
75 dB
100 dB
70 dB
maximum
Below measurable limits
75 dB
Tone adjustment range:
Bass:
Treble:
Speaker impedance:
Preamp output voltage:
n12 dB at 100 Hz
n12 dB at 10 kHz
4j8 ≠
2.5 V (CD play mode;
1 kHz, 0 dB)
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MPEG 1 audio layer 3/
MPEG 2 audio layer 3
❐ AM Radio
Frequency range:
Usable sensitivity:
530 kHzj1 710 kHz
29 dB/¨V
Bit rate:
Preamp output
impedance:
MPEG 1 audio layer 3: 32 kbpsj320 kbps,
VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
(25 ¨V, S/N 20 dB)
200 ≠
MPEG 2 audio layer 3: 8 kbpsj160 kbps, VBR
(Variable Bit Rate)
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Subwoofer output voltage: 2.5 V
Subwoofer output
Sampling frequency:
MPEG 1 audio layer 3: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,
48 kHz
impedance:
200 ≠
MPEG 2 audio layer 3: 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz,
24 kHz
Dimensions (WaHaD): 7za115/16za61/8z
(178a50a155 mm)
Weight:
3 lbs. 1 oz (1.4 kg)
WMA:
Bit rate:
Sampling frequency:
64 kbpsj192 kbps
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,
48 kHz
Above specifications comply with EIA standards.
Note:
≥ Specifications and the design are subject to modi-
fication without notice due to improvements in
technology.
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