Panasonic CQ 5100U User Manual

Heavy Duty CD player/Weather Band Receiver  
Model:  
CQ-5100U  
Operating Instructions  
• Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before  
using this product and keep this manual for future reference.  
Refer wiring and installation to qualified service  
personnel.  
Caution  
Installation of this unit requires special skills and  
experience. For maximum safety, have it installed by the  
shop where you purchased it. Panasonic is not liable for any  
problems resulting from your own installation of the unit.  
Follow the instruction to install and wire the  
product.  
Not following the instructions to properly install and wire  
the product could cause an accident or fire.  
Observe the following cautions when using this  
unit.  
Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.  
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and  
traffic conditions while driving.  
Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be  
caught in the unit.  
To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in  
moving parts or in the disc slot. Especially watch out for  
infants.  
This unit is designed for use exclusively in  
automobiles.  
Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with  
the engine turned off.  
Operating the audio system for a long period of time with  
the engine turned off will drain the battery.  
Refer fuse replacement to qualified service  
personnel.  
When the fuse burns out, eliminate the cause and have it  
replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified  
service engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead  
to smoke, fire, and damage to the product.  
Take care not to damage the leads.  
When wiring, take care not to damage the leads. Prevent  
them from getting caught in the vehicle chassis, screws,  
and moving parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull,  
bend or twist the leads. Do not run them near heat sources  
or place heavy objects on them. If leads must be run over  
sharp metal edges, protect the leads by winding them with  
vinyl tape or similar protection.  
Use the designated parts and tools for installation.  
Use the supplied or designated parts and appropriate tools  
to install the product. The use of parts other than those  
supplied or designated may result in internal damage to the  
unit. Faulty installation may lead to an accident, a  
malfunction or fire.  
Do not block the air vent or the cooling plate of the  
unit.  
Blocking these parts will cause the interior of the unit to  
overheat and will result in fire or other damage.  
Do not install the product where it is exposed to  
strong vibrations or is unstable.  
Avoid slanted or strongly curved surfaces for installation. If  
the installation is not stable, the unit may fall down while  
driving and this can lead to an accident or injury.  
To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations  
while you are driving.  
Depending upon the transmission condition of  
electro-magnetic waves, the geographical reasons  
and/or the weather conditions, you may not receive  
the NOAA radio partially or at all.  
Make sure that your weather radio can receive  
properly before driving, especially, before use in a  
critical condition.  
Set the volume level to low enough before the AUX  
connection is completed.  
Failure to observe this, the loud noise may come out and  
damage your speakers and your hearing. Direct connection of  
the speaker/headphone output of an external device without  
any attenuator may distort sound or damage the connected  
external device.  
Installation Angle  
The product should be installed in a horizontal position with  
the front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than  
30˚.  
The user should bear in mind that in some areas there may  
be restrictions on how and where this unit must be  
installed. Consult your dealer for further details.  
Wear gloves for safety. Make sure that wiring is  
completed before installation.  
To prevent damage to the unit, do not connect the  
power connector until the whole wiring is  
completed.  
Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of  
speaker leads. (except for connecting to a tweeter)  
Observe the following cautions when  
installing.  
The following applies only in the U.S.A.  
Caution  
Part 15 of the FCC Rules  
FCC Warning:  
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this  
equipment would void the user's authority to operate  
this device.  
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A CLASS I LASER.  
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR  
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE  
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS  
RADIATION EXPOSURE.  
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR BY  
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.  
1. Operating Instructions ..................................................................................................1  
2. Supplied Hardware.............................................................................1 set (page 24)  
3. Product Registration Card ............................................................................................1  
4. Customer Care Plan.......................................................................................................1  
Accessories  
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Customer Services Directory  
Service in Puerto Rico  
U.S.A.  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance;  
Panasonic Sales Company  
locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase  
Factory Servicenter:  
Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and  
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial  
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Phone (787) 750-4300, Fax (787) 768-2910S  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-211-PANA (7262),  
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7  
pm, EST.  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users,  
TTY: 1-877-833-8855  
Accessory Purchases:  
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books  
online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web  
Site at:  
or, send your request by E-mail to:  
npcparts @panasonic.com  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)  
(Monday-Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)  
Panasonic Services Company  
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032  
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American  
Express, and Personal Checks)  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users,  
TTY: 1-866-605-1277  
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Limited Warranty  
U.S.A.  
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,  
DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
which occurred during shipment, failures which are caused by  
products not supplied by the warrantor, failures which result from  
accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, mishandling,  
misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustment,  
maladjustment of consumer control, improper maintenance,  
improper antenna, inadequate signal reception or pickup, power line  
surge, improper voltage supply, lightning, modification, commercial  
use (such as use in hotels, offices, restaurants, or other business  
uses) or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than  
the technician from Factory Servicenter or other authorized service  
centers, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.  
PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,  
DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.  
Ave. 65 de infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
PANASONIC AUTO PRODUCTS  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER  
"LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS NOT  
LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES  
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT  
OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.  
LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE  
If your product does not work properly because of defects in  
materials and workmanship.  
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having  
someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, travel to  
and from the servicer, and loss of media, data or other memory  
contents. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration  
only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE  
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD  
OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales  
Company (collectively referred to as "the warrantor”) will, for the  
length of the period indicated in the chart below, which starts with  
the date of original purchase ("warranty period”), at its option either  
(a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace  
it with a new or refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace  
will be made by the warrantor.  
Categories  
Parts  
Labor  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.  
Audio Components (except items listed below) one (1) Year  
One (1) year  
MXE Series Audio Components  
(except items listed below)  
Two (2) Years  
Two (2) Years  
Not Applicable  
Speakers  
One (1) Year  
Defective Car Audio Speakers under warranty  
must be exchanged at the place of purchase.  
Contact your Dealer for details.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have  
other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this  
product develops during or after the warranty period, you may  
contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to  
your satisfaction, then write to warrantor's Consumer Affairs  
Department at the addresses of the warrantor.  
Accessories (in exchange for defective items)  
Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable  
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.  
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED  
WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.  
Customer's Record  
Model  
No.  
Serial  
No.  
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.  
Dealer's  
No.  
Code  
No.  
Dealer's  
Address  
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS  
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials and  
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or  
cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages  
Date of  
Purchase  
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Contents  
Safety Information(Part 15 of the FCC Rules). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2  
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Customer Services Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Power and Sound Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Power, volume, mute, display change, AUX, SQ setting, audio modes  
(Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader)  
Clock Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Initial time, time reset  
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Radio mode, band, manual tuning, seek tuning, preset station setting,  
preset station calling, Weather Band Stations  
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Disc insert and playback, stop and disc eject, listening to a CD,  
CD player mode, display change, track selection, track search,  
random play, scan play, repeat play,pause  
AUX (Auxiliary Input Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Before using the portable audio device, connecting with the portable  
audio device, listening to the portable audio device, display change  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Troubleshooting tips, Error Display Messages  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Care of the unit, notes on discs, notes on CD-R/RW  
Speaker Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Installation hardware, overview, required tools, dashboard specifications,  
identify all leads, connect all leads, final installation, final checks,  
preparation, to remove the unit  
Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Cautions, wiring diagram  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
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Power and Sound Controls  
Power  
Display Change  
Turn the key in the ignition until the accessory  
indicator lights.  
Press [DISP] (display) to switch to the clock  
display.  
Power on: Press [MODE](POWER).  
Power off: Hold down [MODE](POWER) for  
more than 1 second.  
When the power is off:  
C
AC  
ON  
No display  
Clock display  
Note: “Adj” is displayed when the clock is not  
adjusted (page 10)  
Volume  
Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume,  
and counterclockwise to decrease volume.  
Volume level (0 to 40)  
(default:18)  
Mute  
Press [MUTE] to mute the sound completely.  
Up  
lights  
Down  
Press [MUTE] again to cancel.  
AUX (AUX IN)  
Caution  
From line output of external sound/audio  
device (ex. Silicon-audio player, HDD player,  
etc.) (page 16)  
Set the volume level to  
low enough before the  
AUX connection is  
completed.  
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Power and Sound Controls  
(Continued)  
SQ (Sound Quality)  
SQ is a function that can call up various sound types at the touch of button in  
accordance with your listening music type.  
Hold down [SQ] for more than 2 seconds to select the sound type as follows:  
(FLAT) flat frequency response:  
does not emphasize any part. (default)  
(ROCK) speedy and heavy sound:  
exaggerates bass and treble.  
(POP) wide-ranged and deep sound:  
slightly emphasizes bass and treble.  
(VOCAL) clear sound:  
emphasizes middle tone and slightly emphasizes treble.  
Note:  
Settings of SQ, bass and treble are influenced one another. If such an influence causes distortion to the  
audio signal, readjust bass/treble or volume.  
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Note: If no operation takes place for more than 5  
seconds in audio mode (2 seconds in  
volume mode), the display returns to the  
regular mode.  
Audio Modes  
(Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader)  
q Push [VOLUME] (PUSH SEL) to select the audio  
mode.  
Regular Mode  
Fader  
Volume  
Balance  
Bass  
Treble  
push  
Turn [VOLUME] clockwise or counterclockwise to  
change each level.  
w
turn  
Volume:  
default : 18  
Adjustable range: 0 to 40  
Bass:  
default : 0 dB  
Adjustable range: –12 to +12 dB (by 2 dB step)  
Treble:  
default : 0 dB  
Adjustable range: –12 to +12 dB (by 2 dB step)  
Balance:  
R (right speaker) or L (left speaker)  
default : 0 [CNT (center)]  
Adjustable range:  
0 to 15 (by 1 step)  
Fader:  
F (front speaker) or R (rear speaker)  
default : 0 [CNT (center)]  
Adjustable range:  
0 to 15 (by 1 step)  
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Clock Adjustment  
Selecting the Clock Display  
Press [DISP] (CLOCK) to change the display.  
Radio mode display (default)  
Clock display  
The 12-hour system is used for the clock.  
[{ TUNE], [} TUNE]  
Initial Time  
(Hours, Minutes)  
q Press [DISP] (CLOCK).  
“Adj” is displayed when the clock is not adjusted.  
w Hold down [DISP] (CLOCK) for more than 2 seconds.  
(Hour blinks)  
e Adjust the hour.  
(Hour set)  
Press [}]: sets the hour ahead.  
Press [{]: sets the hour back.  
Time Reset  
Hold down [DISP] (CLOCK) for more than 2  
seconds to active the time setting mode to reset the  
time. Then, repeat steps e to y.  
r Press [DISP] (CLOCK).  
(Minute blinks)  
Note: Hold down [{] or [}] to change numbers  
t Adjust the minute.  
rapidly.  
(Minute set)  
Press [}]: sets the minute ahead.  
Press [{]: sets the minute back.  
y Press [DISP] (CLOCK).  
(Completed)  
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Radio  
Radio Mode  
q
Press [MODE] to change to the radio mode.  
Radio  
CD Player  
AUX Mode  
a
a
c
( When a CD disc is loaded. )  
FM stereo indicator, lights while receiving an FM stereo signal.  
w Band  
Band  
Frequency  
Press [BAND] to change the band.  
FM1  
FM2  
AM  
162  
(Weather Band)  
Manual Tuning  
e
[}TUNE]: Higher frequency  
[{TUNE]: Lower frequency  
Seek Tuning  
Hold down for more than 0.5 seconds and release it.  
[}TUNE]: Higher frequency  
[{TUNE]: Lower frequency  
Tuning will automatically stop when the next broadcast  
station is received.  
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Radio  
(Continued)  
Preset Station Setting  
Up to 6 stations can be saved in each of the FM1, FM2  
and AM preset station memories.  
Note: Existing saved stations are overwritten with new  
stations after following this procedure.  
Band  
q
Press [BAND](APM) to select a desired band.  
(page 11)  
Preset buttons from [1] to [6]  
Auto Preset Memory (APM)  
w
Hold down [BAND] (APM: auto preset memory) for more than  
2 seconds.  
• The 6 stations with good reception will be automatically  
saved in the memory under preset buttons from [1] to [6].  
• Once set, the preset stations are sequentially scanned for 5  
seconds each.  
• To stop scanning, press one of the buttons from [1] to [6] .  
Preset Number  
Manual Preset Memory  
q Use manual or seek tuning to find a station. (page 11)  
w Hold down one of the preset buttons from [1] to [6] until  
the display blinks once.  
blinks once  
Preset Station Calling  
Caution  
Press the corresponding preset button from [1]  
To ensure safety, never attempt  
to preset stations while you are  
driving.  
to [6] to tune in a preset station.  
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CH7  
Selection  
Tuning in a Weather Band Station  
• Press [BAND](APM) to select WB (Weather Band). (a page 11)  
• Press any of the buttons [1] to [6] to monitor the preset station.  
WB  
Weather Band Frequency (channel) Number  
Note: The weather band (CH1-6) has been preset. CH7 is selected by  
pressing [}] or [{].  
Weather Band Stations  
National Weather Radio Broadcasts from over 380 Iocations throughout the  
U.S. on seven VHF/FM frequencies.  
Tune to weather band to receive continuous weather information 24 hours  
a day on one of the following frequencies.  
1. 162.550 MHz  
2. 162.400 MHz  
3. 162.475 MHz  
4. 162.425 MHz  
5. 162.450 MHz  
6. 162.500 MHz  
7. 162.525 MHz  
Occasionally the frequency of an existing or planned station must be  
changed because of unexpected radio frequency interfere with adjacent  
NOAA weather Radio Stations and/or with other Government or  
commercial Operations within the area. If you have a question concerning  
NOAA Weather Radio, please contact your nearest National Weather  
Service Office.  
Warning  
Any NOAA broadcast weather report, including current and forecasts,  
may not reflect your actual weather conditions at your exact time and  
location. You should always pay attention to your actual weather  
conditions to make safe decisions accordingly.  
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CD Player  
Disc Insert and Playback  
Disc insert  
Playback will start automatically after the player recognized  
the loaded disc as an ordinary music CD. (When a CD-R or  
CD-RW which has CD-DA* formatted data as the same as an  
ordinary music CD is loaded, this player recognizes it as an  
ordinary music CD.)  
*CD-DA: A general music CD format.  
“LOAd” will be displayed until the disc is loaded.  
Label Side  
Notes:  
Do not insert a disc when “DISC” indicator lights.  
• The power will be turned on automatically when a disc is  
loaded.  
Stop and Disc Eject  
Press [u] (eject) to stop CD play and eject the disc.  
During disc ejection, “EJ” will be displayed.  
Listening to a CD  
Press [MODE](POWER) to change to the CD player mode.  
Playback will start automatically when a disc is loaded.  
( When a CD disc is loaded )  
CD player  
AUX Mode  
Radio  
Current Track  
Display change  
Press [DISP] to change the display.  
Play time  
DISC indicator  
CD mode display (default)  
Random/Repeat indicator  
Clock display  
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Caution  
Only 12 cm {5"} CD, CD-DA data recorded CD-R and CD-RW discs are available for this unit.  
• This unit does not support CD text display.  
This unit does not support MP3 and WMA disc playback.  
• Refer to page 21 about notes on CD-R/RW.  
• This unit is not designed for any 8 cm {3"} disc.  
• If you insert an 8 cm {3"} disc and can not eject it, turn ACC of your car off once and turn it on again, then press  
[u] (eject).  
• Do not use irregular shaped discs.  
• Do not use discs that have a seal or label attached.  
• Do not insert foreign matter into the disc slot.  
Pause  
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• Press [BAND] (h/ ).  
• Press again to cancel.  
Track Selection  
Track Search  
Press [d TUNE]: Advance to the next track.  
Hold down...  
Press [s TUNE]: Back to the beginning of the current  
[d TUNE]: Fast forward  
[s TUNE]: Fast reverse  
Release to resume the regular play.  
track.  
Back to the previous track. (Press  
twice.)  
• Press [5] (REPEAT) .  
The current track is repeated.  
• Press [5] (REPEAT) again to cancel.  
Repeat play  
lights  
lights  
• Press [6] (RANDOM).  
All the tracks are played in random order.  
• Press [6] (RANDOM) again to cancel.  
Random play  
• Press [4] (SCAN).  
The first 10 seconds of each track on the  
disc are played in sequence.  
• Press [4] (SCAN) again to cancel.  
Scan play  
blinks  
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AUX (Auxiliary Input Mode)  
Before Using the Portable Audio Device  
Warning  
¡ Do not place the connected portable audio device or mini-plug cable in a location where it will prevent the  
SRS airbag may not operate correctly or the portable audio device may be catapulted outward by the  
deploying airbag, which may result in serious injury or death.  
*Refer to the owner's manual for your car regarding the deploying position of the SRS airbag.  
¡ Please or temporarily fix the portable audio device and mini-plug cable where they will not interfere the  
driver when driving. Otherwise, they may interfere driving or cause auto accident.  
Connecting with the portable audio player  
The AUX input terminal is equipped on the front panel. This jack is used to connect a portable audio device using a  
standard mini-plug cable. By connecting a commercially available portable audio device, this unit can play the music  
recorded on the device.  
The AUX Input Example:  
Silicon audio player,  
HDD audio player etc.  
(Option)  
Main Unit  
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Front AUX IN  
(3.5 mm ø stereo)  
Stereo line out  
(3.5 mm ø)  
3.5 mm ø stereo mini-plug cable (Option)  
Caution  
Notes:  
• When the high impedance output enuipment such as  
old type audio equipment with an output transformer  
is connected, sound may be distorted or become  
extremely low levels.  
• The connected audio equipment should be kept away  
from the speakers.  
• Set the volume level to low enough before the AUX  
connection is completed. Failure to observe this may  
cause loud noise and, consequently, damage your  
speakers and your hearing.  
• Do not connect this AUX directly with a speaker/  
headphone output. Failure to observe this may  
distort sound and break the internal amplifier.  
• Be sure that your hand does not catch and yank the  
mini-plug cable.  
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Listening to the portable audio device  
q Turn on the connected portable audio device and play the music.  
w Press [MODE] (POWER) to change to AUX mode. The sound of the portable audio device is output through the  
speakers.  
( When a CD disc is loaded )  
CD player  
AUX Mode  
Radio  
“AU In” will be displayed when  
switch to the AUX mode.  
Display change  
Press [DISP] to change the display.  
AUX input mode (default)  
Clock display  
Notes:  
• If you disconnect the mini-plug cable and connect it again in AUX mode, noise is generated and may cause  
speaker damage. Disconnect or connect the mini-plug cable after turning the unit's power off or switching it to  
another mode.  
• Each device has a different output level. Be sure that the volume is not too high.  
• If the input volume of the connected device is high, the distortion may result. In such cases, adjust the volume on  
the connected device.  
• For the power source of the portable audio device, use a battery, etc., provided with the device. If the device is  
powered through a cigarette lighter socket or accessory socket of the car, noise may be generated.  
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Troubleshooting  
If You Suspect Something Wrong  
Check and take steps as described below.  
Warning  
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.  
¡ Do not use the unit in an irregular condition,  
for example, without sound, or with smoke  
or a foul smell, which can cause ignition or  
electric shock. Immediately stop using the  
unit and consult your dealer.  
¡ Never try to repair the unit by yourself  
because it is dangerous to do so.  
Never take measures especially for those other than  
indicated by italic letters in “Check point” described below  
because those are too dangerous for users to handle  
themselves.  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Common  
Trouble  
Check point  
Vehicle’s ignition switch is not on.  
a Turn your vehicle’s ignition switch to ACC or ON.  
Cables are not correctly connected.  
a Connect cables correctly.  
Power connector is not correctly connected.  
a Connect the power connector to the terminal that is always active.  
No power.  
Power connector is not correctly connected.  
a Connect the power connector to your vehicle’s ACC source.  
Grounding wire is not correctly connected.  
a Connect the grounding wire to a metal part of the vehicle.  
Mute is set to ON.  
a Set it to OFF.  
No sound.  
Noise.  
Cables are not correctly connected.  
a Connect cables correctly.  
The ground lead is not connected properly.  
a Connect the ground lead properly.  
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Radio  
Trouble  
Check point  
Station is too far, or signals are too weak.  
Much noise in FM stereo  
and monaural broad-  
casts.  
a Select other stations of higher signal level.  
The radio antenna is not extended enough.  
a Extend fully the radio antenna.  
Battery cable is not correctly connected.  
a Connect the battery cable to the terminal that is always active.  
Preset station is reset.  
CD  
Trouble  
Check point  
Disc is upside down.  
a Place disc in the correct direction with the label side up.  
• Disc is dirty.  
• Disc has scratches.  
a Clean disc, referring to the section on “Notes on Discs”.  
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 type is loaded.  
a Discs that have CD-DA type data should be used.  
a The unit may not successfully playback 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.  
• Disc is dirty.  
• Disc has scratches.  
a Clean disc, referring to the section on “Notes on Discs”.  
Sound skips, bad sound  
quality. (e.g. caused by  
noise)  
a The unit may not successfully playback 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.  
Mounting angle is over 30˚.  
a Adjust mounting angle to less than 30˚.  
Sound skips due to  
vibration.  
Instable mounting.  
a Mount the unit securely with the mounting parts, referring to the  
section on installation.  
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Troubleshooting  
(Continued)  
CD (Continued)  
Trouble  
Check point  
• Disc is defective.  
• Mechanical trouble.  
Disc is not ejected.  
a Press [u] (eject). If normal operation is not restored, call the store  
where you purchased the unit or the nearest Servicenter to ask for  
repairs.  
The first track of a mix mode disc was reproduced. (Mix mode is a format in  
which data except music is recorded on the first track and music data is  
recorded on other than the first track in a session.)  
Time is counted but no  
sound comes out.  
a Playback music data recorded on other than the first track.  
Sound Setting  
Trouble  
Check point  
Left and right balance, or front and rear balance is off on one side.  
a Adjust BAL/FAD as appropriate.  
No sound from left, right,  
front, or rear speaker.  
Cables are not correctly connected.  
a Connect the cables correctly.  
Left and right sounds are  
reversed in stereo  
listening.  
The right speaker wire is connected to the left speaker and the left speaker  
wire to the right speaker.  
a Connect the speaker wires to the correct ones.  
Error Display Messages  
CD  
Trouble  
Check point  
Disc is dirty, or is upside down.  
A disc that has data other than CD-DA type is loaded.  
Check the disc.  
Disc has scratches.  
Check the disc.  
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.  
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Maintenance  
Care of the Unit  
Caution on Cleaning  
Cleaning this Unit  
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe.  
Never use solvents such as benzine, thinner as they  
may mar the surface of the unit.  
Notes on Discs  
Do not play any ordinary music CDs with labels  
other than this one.  
How to hold the disc  
¡ Do not touch the underside of the disc.  
¡ Do not scratch on the disc.  
Printed side  
¡ Do not bend the disc.  
¡ When not in use, keep the disc in a case.  
Do not leave discs in the following places:  
¡ In direct sunlight  
¡ Near car heaters  
¡ Dirty, dusty and damp areas  
¡ On seats and dashboards  
Labels created by a printer, Irregularly shaped discs  
Protective films or sheets  
Disc cleaning  
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.  
<Correct>  
<Wrong>  
Disc with adhered  
stickers or tape  
Discs with cracks,  
scratches or parts missing  
Do not write on the disc label with a  
ballpoint pen or other hard-point pens.  
Notes on CD-R/RW  
• 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 vehicle for extended periods may damage them and make playback impossible.  
• 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.  
• This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs which contains other than CD-DA data.  
• Be sure to observe the instructions of CD-R/RW disc for handling it.  
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Speaker Connections  
Caution  
Please follow the instructions given below. Failure to do so will cause damage to the unit and speakers.  
<Right>  
(White)  
• Use ungrounded speaker only.  
• The maximum speaker input should be 37 W or more. (If used with the optional  
power amplifier, the speaker input should be higher than the maximum amplifier  
output.)  
+
-
+
L
-
(White  
w/black stripe)  
• The speaker impedance should be 4 - 8 .  
• This unit uses the BTCL circuit, so each speaker should be connected separately  
using parallel vinyl insulated cords.  
• The speaker cords and the power amplifier unit should be kept away (about 30 cm  
apart) from the antenna and antenna extension cord.  
(Gray)  
+
-
+
R
-
(Gray  
w/black stripe)  
<Wrong>  
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
+
-
+
+
L
L
L
-
-
-
Chassis  
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
+
-
+
+
R
R
R
-
-
-
Chassis  
• Never connect the speaker cord to  
the body of the car.  
• Do not use a 3-wire type speaker  
system having a common earth  
lead.  
• Do not connect more than one  
speaker to one set of speaker  
leads.  
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 technician.  
Maintenance  
Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a soft cloth for routine  
exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents.  
Fuse  
If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.  
Warning  
• Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A). Using substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the  
unit directly without a fuse could cause fire or damage to the unit. If the replaced fuse fails, contact your  
nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.  
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Installation Guide  
WARNING  
This installation information is designed for professional installers with  
knowledge of automobile electrical safety systems and is not intended for non-  
technical, do-it-yourself individuals. It does not contain instructions on the electrical  
installation and avoidance of potential harm to air bag, anti-theft and ABS braking or  
other systems necessary to install this product.  
Any attempt to install this product in a motor vehicle by anyone other than a  
professional installer could cause damage to the electrical safety system and could  
result in serious personal injury or death.  
If your car is equipped with air bag and/or anti-theft systems, specific procedures  
may be required for connection and disconnection of the battery to install this  
product.  
Before attempting installation of this electronic component against the  
manufacturer's recommendation, you must contact your car dealer or manufacturer  
to determine the required procedure and strictly follow their instructions.  
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY RESULT IN THE UNINTENDED  
DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS OR ACTIVATION OF THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM  
RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.  
Before you begin installation, look for the following  
items which are packed with your unit.  
Overview  
This product should be installed by a professional.  
However, should you decide to install the product  
against the manufacturer’s recommendation, these  
operating Instructions do not contain electrical  
installation instructions. You must contact your car  
dealer or manufacturer for electrical connection  
instructions to avoid possible damage to your electrical  
safety systems and resulting injury or death. (Please  
refer to the “WARNING” statement above).  
Your next step is to decide where to install the unit. The  
instructions in these pages will guide you through the  
remaining steps:  
Operating Instructions (including “Limited Warranty”  
and “Customer Service Directory”).  
Installation Hardware .....Needed for Installation.  
Dashboard Specifications  
Thickness Min. 4.75 mm {3/16"}  
Max. 5.56 mm {7/32"}  
53 mm {23/32"}  
182 mm {75/32"}  
• Identify and label the car wires.  
• Connect the vehicle wires to the wires of the power  
connector.  
• Install the unit in the dashboard.  
• Check the operation of the unit.  
If you encounter problems, please consult your nearest  
professional installer.  
Warning  
¡This unit operates with a 12 V DC negative @  
ground auto battery system only. Do not attempt  
to use it with any other system. Doing so could  
cause serious damage.  
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Installation Guide  
Preparation  
(Continued)  
Installation Hardware  
No.  
Item  
Diagram Q’ty  
Warning  
If your vehicle is equipped with air bag and/or anti-  
theft systems, specific procedures may be required  
for connection and disconnection of the battery to  
install this product.  
Mounting Collar*  
1
q
Plain washer (5 mm ø)  
Spring Washer (5 mm ø)  
Hex. Nut (5 mm ø)  
2
2
2
1
1
1
2
w
e
r
t
y
u
i
Before attempting installation of this electronic  
component, contact your vehicle dealer or  
manufacturer to determine the required procedure  
and strictly follow their instructions.  
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY  
RESULT IN THE UNINTENDED DEPLOYMENT OF  
AIR BAGS OR ACTIVATION OF THE ANTI-THEFT  
SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE  
AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.  
Rear Support Strap  
Hex. Bolt  
• Disconnect the cable from the negative @ battery  
terminal (see warning and caution below).  
(5 mm ø × 25 mm)  
Toothed Lock Washer  
(5 mm ø)  
• Remove Mounting Collar q from the main unit  
temporarily, which are already mounted at shipment.*  
Removal Tool  
(U-shaped)  
Caution  
Various settings that have been stored in the  
memory in other on-board equipment (vehicle  
navigation etc.) may be lost if the battery terminals  
are disconnected.  
Therefore, we recommend to make a record of or to  
back up the settings before disconnecting the  
terminals.  
After completing installation of the main unit, set the  
equipment again according to the record.  
(a) Using the rear support strap t  
• Unit should be installed in a horizontal position with  
the front end up at a convenient angle, but not more  
than 30˚.  
Dashboard Installation  
Installation Opening  
(b) Using the rubber cushion (option)  
This unit can be installed in any dashboard having an  
opening as shown below. The dashboard should be  
4.75 mm {3/16”} – 5.56 mm {7/32”} thick in order to be  
able to support the unit.  
Rear support bracket  
Rubber cushion (option)  
(provided on the vehicle)  
53 mm  
{2-3/32"}  
Mounting bolt  
(5 mm ø)  
182 mm  
{7-5/32"}  
q Mounting collar  
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Caution  
• We strongly recommend that you wear gloves for installation work to protect yourself from injuries.  
• When bending the mounting tab of the mounting collar with a screwdriver, be careful not to injure your hands  
and fingers.  
First complete the electrical connections, and then check them for correctness.(a page 27)  
The included Mounting Collar q is designed specially for this unit. Do not use it to attach any other model.  
Insert Mounting Collar q into the  
dashboard, and bend the mounting tabs  
out with a screwdriver.  
1
The tabs to be bent vary depending on  
the vehicle. To securely install the unit,  
fully bend a number of the tabs so that  
there is no rattling.  
Example:  
Tab  
q Mounting  
Power Connector  
Collar  
Mounting Holes  
Mounting Bolt  
Establish the rear connection of the unit.  
After fixing Power Connector, fix the rear of the unit  
to the vehicle body by either method (a) or (b)  
shown in the previous page.  
2
Mounting springs (C)  
After installation reconnect the negative  
(–) battery terminal.  
3
Engage the Mounting  
Springs (C) in the  
Mounting  
Hole  
mounting holes of the  
Mounting Collar q  
firmly.  
Mounting Spring  
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Installation Guide  
(Continued)  
To Remove the Unit from the vehicle's dashboard  
Insert each Removal Tool i and pull.  
i Removal Tool  
(U-shaped)  
Note: Do not lose Removal Tools. They will be needed to remove the unit from the vehicle's dashboard.  
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Electrical Connections  
Caution  
• This wiring information is for experienced technical individual, for safety reason, please your dealer wire this  
connection.  
• 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.  
• Do not insert the power connector into the unit until the wiring is completed.  
• Be sure to insulate any exposed wires from a possible short-circuit from the vehicle chassis. Bundle all cables and  
keep cable terminals free from touching any metal parts.  
• Remember, if your vehicle has a drive computer or a navigation computer, the data of its memory maybe erased  
when the battery terminals are disconnected.  
Wiring Diagram  
Fuse (15 A) Refer fuse  
replacement to your nearest  
authorized Panasonic  
3
1
Servicenter. Do not try fuse  
replacement by yourself.  
2
Antenna  
Power Connector  
The power connector does not come  
along with the unit. If need, please  
consult your dealer.  
Accessory Power(ACC)  
(+12V DC, negative @ ground  
only)  
(Red)  
ACC  
Ground Lead  
(Connect to a clean, bare  
metallic part of your vehicle)  
(Black)  
Ground  
(Yellow)  
Battery  
Battery Lead  
(Connect to vehicle battery)  
(Violet/Black)  
(Gray/Black)  
(white)  
(Gray)  
(Green)  
(Violet)  
(Green/Black)  
(White/Black)  
Left Speaker  
(Front)  
Right Speaker  
(Front)  
Left Speaker  
(Rear)  
Right Speaker  
(Rear)  
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Specifications  
General  
Power Supply:  
12 V DC (11 V-16 V) test Voltage 14.4 V, Negative @ ground  
Less than 2.5 A (CD mode, 0.5 W 4-speaker)  
Current consumption:  
Maximum Power Output:  
Tone adjustment range:  
Bass:  
37 W × 4 channels at 400 Hz, Volume Control maximum  
12 dB at 100 Hz  
12 dB at 10 kHz  
Treble:  
Power Output:  
18 W per channel into 4 ohms, 40 to 30 000 Hz at 3 % THD  
Suitable Speaker Impedance:  
4-8 Ω  
Dimensions (W  
Weight:  
H
D):  
178(W) 50(H) 150(D) mm {7" 1-15/16" 5-7/8"}  
1.3 kg {2.8 lbs.}  
Front AUX Input  
Input impedance:  
Allowable external input:  
Connector:  
10 kΩ  
2.0 V  
3.5 mm ø stereo mini pin  
FM Stereo Radio  
Frequency Range:  
Useable Sensitivity:  
87.9-107.9 MHz  
12 dBf. (1.1 µV/ 75 , S/N 30 dB)  
17 dBf. (1.8 µV/ 75 )  
30-15 000 Hz 3 dB  
75 dB  
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity:  
Frequency Response:  
Alternate Channel Selectivity:  
Stereo Separation:  
35 dB at 1 kHz  
70 dB (Mono)  
Signal/Noise Ratio:  
AM Radio  
Frequency range:  
Usable sensitivity:  
530 kHz – 1 710 kHz  
28 dB/µV (25 µV, S/N 20 dB)  
Weather Band Radio  
Frequency range:  
162.40 – 162.55 MHz  
3 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)  
50 dB  
Usable sensitivity:  
Signal/Noise Ratio (40 dB/µV):  
CD Player  
Sampling Frequency:  
32 times oversampling  
MASH•1 bit/4 DAC System  
Panasonic Super Decoding Algorithm  
1-beam  
DA Converter:  
Error Correction System:  
Pick-Up Type:  
Light Source:  
Wavalength:  
Semiconductor laser  
790 nm  
Frequency Response:  
Signal to Noise Ratio:  
Total Harmonic Distortion:  
Wow and Flutter:  
20 - 20,000 Hz ( 1 dB)  
85 dB  
0.01 % (1 kHz)  
Below measurable limits  
75 dB  
Channel Separation:  
Above specifications comply with EIA standards.  
Power Output:  
18 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4 and 1%  
THD+N  
Signal to Noise Ratio:  
85 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 )  
Note: Specifications and the design are subject to modification without notice due to improvements in technology.  
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Memorandum  
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Memorandum  
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Memorandum  
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©2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.  
Panasonic Consumer  
Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic  
Panasonic Sales Company,  
Division of Panasonic Puerto  
Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)  
Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,  
New Jersey 07094  
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5  
San Gabriel Industrial Park,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
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