Panasonic Aac Wma Mp3 Cd Player Receiver Cq C500u Operating Instructions

CQ-C500U21
English

• You are recommended to minimize the chances of 
making a disc that contains both CD-DA files and 
MP3/WMA/AAC files.
• 
If CD-DA files are on the same disc as MP3, WMA 
or AAC files, the songs may not play in the intended 
order, or some songs may not play at all.
• 
When storing MP3 data, WMA data and AAC data on 
the same disc, use different folders for each data.
•  Do not record files other than MP3/WMA/AAC files and 
unnecessary folder on a disc.
•  The name of an MP3/WMA/AAC...

CQ-C500U22

Audio Setting
1 Press [VOL] ( PUSH	
SEL: Select) to open 
the menu.
2 Press [VOL] ( PUSH	SEL: Select) to 
select a mode to be adjusted. 
3 Turn [VOL] clockwise 
or counterclockwise to 
adjust.
Notes: 	
•  The sequence and contents of setting items may 
depend on the conditions of devices to be connected. 
For further information, refer to the System Upgrade 
Guidebook or the instruction manuals for the devices 
to be connected. 
•  To return to the regular mode, press 
[DISP]. 
•  If no...

CQ-C500U23
English

Function Setting
Audio Setting, Function Setting
1 Hold down [VOL] ( PUSH	
SEL: Select) for 2 sec. or 
more to open the menu.
2 Press [VOL] ( PUSH	SEL: Select) to 
select a mode to be adjusted. 
3 Turn [VOL] clockwise 
or counterclockwise to 
adjust.
Notes: 	
•  The sequence and contents of setting items may 
depend on the conditions of devices to be connected. 
For further information, refer to the System Upgrade 
Guidebook or the instruction manuals for the devices 
to be...

CQ-C500U24

Troubleshooting
If You Suspect Something Wrong
Check and take steps as described below.
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.
Never take...

CQ-C500U25
English

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
Some operations are 
not executable.
Some operations are not executable in particular modes such as menu mode\
.
  Read the operating instructions carefully and cancel the mode. If the un\
it is 
still out of order, consult your dealer.
No sound from 
speaker(s)
Balance/Fader setting is not appropriate.
  Readjust Balance/Fader.
There is a break, a short circuit, poor contact or wrong wiring regarding the...

CQ-C500U26

ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
No playback or disc 
ejected
The disc is inserted upside down.
  Insert a disc correctly.
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.
  Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.
Sound skipping or 
noise
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.
  Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.
Sound skipping due to 
vibration
The unit is not sufficiently secured.
  Secure the unit to the console box.
The unit is tilted...

CQ-C500U27
English

Troubleshooting, Error Display Messages
Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
No response to 
pressing buttons
The battery is inserted in the wrong direction. A wrong battery is inserted.
  Insert a correct battery in the correct direction.
The battery is weak.
  Replace the battery with new one.
The aiming direction of the remote control unit is wrong.
  Aim the remote control unit at the sensor of the unit and press buttons.\
The sensor is exposed to direct...

CQ-C500U28

Notes on Discs
If	you	use	commercial	CDs,	they	must	have	
either	of	these	labels	shown	at	right. 	
Some	copy-protected	music	CDs	are	not	
playable.
How to hold the disc
•  Do not touch the underside of the disc.
•  Do not scratch on the disc.
•  Do not bend the disc.
•  When not in use, keep disc in the case.
Do not leave discs in the following places:
• In direct sunlight
•  Near car heaters
•  Dirty, dusty and damp areas
•  On seats and dashboards
Disc cleaning
Use a dry, soft cloth to...

CQ-C500U29
English

Specifications
Power	SupplyDC 12 V (11 V – 16  V), Test Voltage 14.4  V, Negative Ground
Current	Consumption Less than 2.1 A (CD mode, 0.5 W 4-Speaker)
Maximum	Power	Output 50 W x 4 (at 1 kHz), volume control maximum
Tone/SQ	Adjustable	Range	 SQ Low/Bass: ±12 dB (at 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz) 
SQ Mid: ±12 dB (at 500 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz, 3 kHz) 
SQ High/Treble: ±12 dB (at 8 kHz, 10 kHz, 12 kHz, 15 kHz) 
Speaker	Impedance 4 – 8 
  
Pre-amp	Output	 Voltage 4 V (CD mode: 1 kHz, 0 dB)...

CQ-C500U30

Informations de sécurité
	Veuillez	lire	attentivement	le	guide	d’utilisation	de	l’appareil	et	de	tous	les	autres	composants	avant	d’utiliser	le	système	
audio	du	véhicule.	Il	contient	des	instructions	sur	l’utilisation	
du	système	d’une	manière	sûre	et	efficace.	Panasonic	
n’assume	aucune	responsabilité	pour	tout	problème	résultant	
du	non-respect	des	instructions	fournies	dans	ce	manuel.	Des	pictogrammes	sont	utilisés	dans	ce	guide	pour	indiquer	comment	utiliser	l’appareil	en	toute...