Panasonic Aac Wma Mp3 Cd Player Receiver Cq C500u Operating Instructions

							
AAC WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver
Récepteur/lecteur CD avec lecture AAC/WMA/MP3 
Reproductor de CD, AAC, WMA y MP3/receptor
•		
Please	read	these	instructions	(including	“Limited	Warranty”	and	“Customer	Services	Directory”)	carefully	before	
using	this	product	and	keep	this	manual	for	future	reference.
•	 	 Prière	de	lire	attentivement	ces	instructions	(y	compris	la	«	Garantie	limitée	»	et	le	«	Répertoire	des	services	à	la	
clientèle	»)	avant	d’utiliser	ce	produit	et	conserver	ce	manuel	d’instructions	pour	s’y	référer	ultérieurement.
•	 	
Lea	con	atención	estas	instrucciones	antes	de	utilizar	el	producto	y	guarde	este	manual	para	poderlo	consultar	en	el	futuro.
Operating Instructions
Manuel d’instructions
Manual de Instrucciones
Model: CQ-C500U 
						

							
CQ-C500U

Safety Information
	Read	the	operating	instructions	for	the	unit	and	all	other	components	of	your	car	audio	system	carefully	before	using	
the	system.	They	contain	instructions	about	how	to	use	the	
system	in	a	safe	and	effective	manner.	Panasonic	assumes	
no	responsibility	for	any	problems	resulting	from	failure	to	
observe	the	instructions	given	in	this	manual.	This	manual	uses	pictographs	to	show	you	how	to	use	the	product	safely	and	to	alert	you	to	potential	dangers	resulting	
from	improper	connections	and	operations.	The	meanings	of	
the	pictographs	are	explained	below.	It	is	important	that	you	
fully	understand	the	meanings	of	the	pictographs	in	order	to	
use	this	manual	and	the	system	properly.
Warning
This pictograph intends to alert you to the 
presence of important operating instructions 
and installation instructions. Failure to heed the 
instructions may result in severe injury or death.Caution
This	pictograph	intends	to	alert	you	to	the	presence	
of	important	operating	instructions	and	installation	
instructions.	Failure	to	heed	the	instructions	may	
result	in	injury	or	material	damage.
 Warning
Observe the following warnings when using 
this unit.
  The driver should neither watch the display nor 
operate the system while driving.
Watching	the	display	or	operating	the	system	will	distract	
the	driver	from	looking	ahead	of	the	vehicle	and	can	cause	
accidents.	Always	stop	the	vehicle	in	a	safe	location	and	use	
the	parking	brake	before	watching	the	display	or	operating	
the	system.
  Use the proper power supply.
This	product	is	designed	for	operation	with	a	negative	
grounded	1	V	DC	battery	system.	Never	operate	this	
product	with	other	battery	systems,	especially	a	4	V	DC	
battery	system.
  Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of 
infants.
Batteries	and	insulation	film	can	be	ingested,	so	keep	them	
out	of	the	reach	of	infants.	If	an	infant	ingests	a	battery	or	
insulation	film,	please	seek	immediate	medical	attention.	
  Protect the Deck Mechanism. 
Do	not	insert	any	foreign	objects	into	the	slot	of	this	unit.	
  Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
Do	not	disassemble,	modify	the	unit	or	attempt	to	repair	
the	product	yourself.	If	the	product	needs	to	be	repaired,	
consult	your	dealer	or	an	authorized	Panasonic	Servicenter.
  Do not use the unit when it is out of order.
If	the	unit	is	out	of	order	(no	power,	no	sound)	or	in	an	
abnormal	state	(has	foreign	objects	in	it,	is	exposed	to	
water,	is	smoking,	or	smells),	turn	it	off	immediately	and	
consult	your	dealer.
  The remote control unit should not lie about in the 
car.
If	the	remote	control	unit	lies	about,	it	could	fall	on	the	floor	
while	driving,	get	wedged	under	the	brake	pedal,	and	lead	to	
a	traffic	accident.
  Refer fuse replacement to qualified service 
personnel.
When	the	fuse	blows	out,	eliminate	the	cause	and	have	it	
replaced	with	the	fuse	prescribed	for	this	unit	by	a	qualified	
service	engineer.	Incorrect	replacement	of	the	fuse	may	lead	
to	smoke,	fire,	and	damage	to	the	product.
Observe the following warnings when 
installing.
  Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery 
terminal before installation.
Wiring	and	installation	with	the	negative	(–)	battery	terminal	
connected	may	cause	electrical	shock	and	injury	due	to	a	
short	circuit.
Some	cars	equipped	with	the	electrical	safety	system	have	
specific	procedures	of	battery	terminal	disconnection.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO THE 
UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY 
SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND 
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
  Never use safety-related components for 
installation, grounding, and other such functions.
Do	not	use	safety-related	vehicle	components	(fuel	tank,	
brake,	suspension,	steering	wheel,	pedals,	airbag,	etc.)	for	
wiring	or	fixing	the	product	or	its	accessories.
  Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a 
location where it interferes with airbag operation is 
prohibited.
  Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and 
other items before installing the product.
If	you	need	to	open	a	hole	in	the	vehicle	chassis	to	attach	
or	wire	the	product,	first	check	where	the	wire	harness,	
gasoline	tank,	and	electric	wiring	are	located.	Then	open	the	
hole	from	outside	if	possible.
  Never install the product in a location where it 
interferes with your field of vision.
  Never have the power cord branched to supply 
other equipment with power.
  After installation and wiring, you should check the 
normal operation of other electrical equipment.
The	continuation	of	their	using	in	abnormal	conditions	may	
cause	fire,	electrical	shock	or	a	traffic	accident.
  In the case of installation to an airbag-equipping 
car, confirm warnings and cautions of the vehicle 
manufacturer before installation.
  Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or 
getting in and out of the vehicle.
  Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short 
circuiting. 
						

							
CQ-C500U
English

Safety Information
	Caution
Observe the following cautions when using this 
unit.
 Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.
Keep	the	volume	level	low	enough	to	be	aware	of	road	and	
traffic	conditions	while	driving.
 This unit is designed for use exclusively in automobiles. 
  Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with 
the engine turned off.
Operating	the	audio	system	for	a	long	period	of	time	with	the	
engine	turned	off	will	drain	the	battery.
  Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or 
excessive heat.
Otherwise	these	will	raise	the	interior	temperature	of	the	
unit,	and	it	may	lead	to	smoke,	fire,	or	other	damage	to	the	
unit.
  Do not use the product where it is exposed to water, 
moisture, or dust.
Exposure	of	the	unit	to	water,	moisture,	or	dust	may	lead	to	
smoke,	fire,	or	other	damage	to	the	unit.	Make	especially	sure	
that	the	unit	does	not	get	wet	in	car	washes	or	on	rainy	days.	
  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.	
Observe the following cautions when 
installing.
 Refer wiring and installation to qualified service personnel. 
Installation	of	this	unit	requires	special	skills	and	experience.	
For	maximum	safety,	have	it	installed	by	your	dealer.	
Panasonic	is	not	liable	for	any	problems	resulting	from	your	
own	installation	of	the	unit.
 Follow the instructions to install and wire the product.
Not	following	the	instructions	to	properly	install	and	wire	the	
product	could	cause	an	accident	or	fire.
  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.
  Installation Angle
The	product	should	be	installed	in	a	horizontal	position	with	
the	front	end	up	at	a	convenient	angle,	but	not	more	than	
0˚.
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 handling 
the battery for the remote control unit.
•	Use	only	specified	battery	(CR05).
•	Match	the	polarity	of	the	battery	with	the	(
 )	and	()	marks	
in	the	battery	case.
•	Replace	a	dead	battery	as	soon	as	possible.
•	Remove	the	battery	from	the	remote	control	unit	when	not	 using	it	for	an	extended	period	of	time.
•	Insulate	the	battery	(by	placing	them	in	a	plastic	bag	or	 covering	them	with	vinyl	tape)	before	disposal	or	storage.
•	Dispose	of	the	battery	according	to	the	local	regulations.
•	Do	not	disassemble,	recharge,	heat	or	short	the	battery.	Do	 not	throw	a	battery	into	a	fire	or	water.
In case of battery leakage
•	Thoroughly	wipe	the	battery	liquid	off	the	battery	case	and	insert	new	battery.
•	If	any	part	of	your	body	or	clothing	comes	into	contact	with	 battery	liquid,	wash	it	with	plenty	of	water.
•	If	battery	liquid	comes	into	contact	with	your	eyes,	wash	 them	with	plenty	of	water	and	get	immediate	medical	
attention.
Safety Information 
						

							
CQ-C500U4

Lock Cancel 
Plate 
Mounting Bolt 
(5	mm	
)
Rubber 
Bushing 
(YEP0FZ5698)
Q’ty: 1 set
Panasonic	welcomes	you	to	our	constantly	growing	family	of	electronic	products	owners.
We	endeavor	to	give	you	the	advantages	of	precise	electronic	and	mechanical	engineering,	manufactured	with	carefully	
selected	components,	and	assembled	by	people	who	are	proud	of	the	reputation	their	work	has	built	for	our	company.	We	
know	this	product	will	bring	you	many	hours	of	enjoyment,	and	after	you	discover	the	quality,	value	and	reliability	we	have	
built	into	it,	you	too	will	be	proud	to	be	a	member	of	our	family.	
The	instruction	manual	consists	of		books.	One	is	“Operating	Instructions”	describing	the	operations	of	the	main	unit.	The	other	is	
“System	Upgrade	Guidebook”	describing	the	optional	devices	such	as	CD	changer.
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Operating
Instructions
(YGFM86068)	
System Upgrade 
Guidebook
(YGFM685)
Installation 
Instructions
(YGFM9441)
Product 
Registration 
Card
Customer Care 
Plan
Instruction kit 
Q’ty: 1 set
Accessories
Safety Information
 Caution
THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.
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.
The following applies only in the U.S.A.
Part 15 of the FCC Rules
FCC Warning:
Any	unauthorized	changes	or	modifications	to	this	equipment	
would	void	the	user’s	authority	to	operate	this	device.
Before Reading These Instructions
Notice
This	product	contains	a	CR	Coin	Cell	Lithium	Battery	which	
contains	Perchlorate	Material	-	special	handling	may	apply.	
See	www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.	
SELSRCBANDMUTE2315806497#
VOL
DISPCAR AUDIO
MENUSELPOWERSOURCESRCSETBANDMUTE2 315806497#
VOLRANDOMNUMBERENUTENUTSCAN REPEATDISP
Remote Control 
Unit
(including	a	battery)
(CR05)	
Power Connector
(EUR7641010)	
Q’ty: 1
(YGAJ0101)	
Q’ty: 1 
						

							
CQ-C500U5
English

Safety Information, Before Reading These Instructions
Customer Services Directory
Before Reading These Instructions
Mounting 
Collar
Trim PlateRemovable 
Face Plate 
Case
(YEFX0176A)	
Q’ty: 1
(YEFC051011)	
Q’ty: 1
(YEFA1189A)	
Q’ty: 1
Notes:
•	The	number	in	parenthesis	underneath	each	 accessory	part	name	is	the	part	number	for	
maintenance	and	service.
•	Accessories	and	their	parts	numbers	are	subject	 to	modification	without	prior	notice	due	to	
improvements.
•	Mounting	Collar	and	Trim	Plate	are	mounted	on	 the	main	unit	at	shipment.
U.S.A.
Obtain	Product	Information	and	Operating	Assistance;	
locate	your	nearest	Dealer	or	Servicenter;	purchase	
Parts	 and	Accessories;	or	make	Customer	Service	and	
Literature	requests	by	visiting	our	Web	Site	at:	
http://www.panasonic.com/support
or,	contact	us	via	the	web	at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You	may	also	contact	us	directly	at:
1-800-11-PANA	(76),	
Monday-Friday	9	am-9	pm;	Saturday-Sunday	10	am-7	
pm,	EST.	
CANADA
WARRANTY SERVICE
FOR	PRODUCT	OPERATION	ASSISTANCE,	please	
contact:		
Our	Customer	Care	Centre:	
Telephone	#: (905)	64-5505
1-800	#:
1-800-561-5505
Fax	#: (905)	8-60
Email	link:	 “Contact	Us”	on	www.panasonic.ca	
FOR	PRODUCT	REPAIRS,	please	locate	your	nearest	
Authorized	Servicentre	at	www.panasonic.ca:	
Link	:		 “Servicentres™	locator”	under	“Customer	
support”	
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE 
Carefully	pack	and	send	prepaid,	adequately	insured	and	
preferably	in	the	original	carton.	
Include	details	of	the	defect	claimed,	and	proof	of	date	
of	original	purchase.
For	hearing	or	speech	impaired	TTY	users,	
TTY	:	1-877-8-
8855
Accessory Purchases:
Purchase	Parts,	Accessories	and	Instruction	Books	
online	for	all	Panasonic	Products	by	visiting	our	Web	
Site	at:	
http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or,	send	your	request	by	E-mail	to:
[email protected]
You	may	also	contact	us	directly	at:
1-800--568	(Phone)	1-800-7-9080	(Fax	Only)	
(Monday-Friday	9	am	to	8	pm,	EST.)
Panasonic	Services	Company	
	
041	84th	Avenue	South,	Kent,	WA	980	
(We	accept	Visa,	MasterCard,	Discover	Card,	American	
Express,	and	Personal	Checks)
Service in Puerto RicoPanasonic	Puerto	Rico,	Inc.
Panasonic	Sales	Company
Factory	Servicenter:
Ave.	65	de	Infantería,	Km.	9.5,	San	Gabriel	Industrial	
Park,
Carolina,	Puerto	Rico	00985
Phone	(787)	750-40 0,	Fax	(787)	768-910
For	hearing	or	speech	impaired	TTY	users,	
TTY	:	1-866-605-
177
Accessories (continued) 
						

							
CQ-C500U6

Before Reading These Instructions
Limited Warranty
U.S.A.
PANASONIC	CONSUMER	ELECTRONICS	COMPANY,	
DIVISION	OF	PANASONIC	CORPORATION	OF	NORTH	AMERICA
One	Panasonic	Way,	Secaucus,	New	Jersey	07094
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
LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE
If	your	product	does	not	work	properly	because	of	defects	in	
materials	and	workmanship.	
Panasonic	Consumer	Electronics	Company	or	Panasonic	Sales	
Company	(collectively	referred	to	as	“the	warrantor”)	will,	for	the	
length	of	the	period	indicated	in	the	chart	below,	which	starts	with	
the	date	of	original	purchase	(“warranty	period”),	at	its	option	either	
(a)	repair	your	product	with	new	or	refurbished	parts,	or	(b)	replace	
it	with	a	new	or	refurbished	product.	The	decision	to	repair	or	
replace	will	be	made	by	the	warrantor.
CategoriesPartsLabor
Audio	Components	(except	items	listed	
below) One	(1)	Year
One	(1)	YearMXE	Series	Audio	Components	(except	items	
listed	below) Two	()	Years
Two	()	Years
Speakers	
Defective	Car	Audio	Speakers	under	warranty	
must	be	exchanged	at	the	place	of	purchase.
Contact	your	Dealer	for	details. One	(1)	Year
Not	
Applicable
Accessories	(in	exchange	for	defective	items) Ninety	(90)	
DaysNot	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	prepaid	during	
the	warranty	period.	If	nonrechargeable	batteries	are	included,	they	
are	not	warranted.	This	warranty	only	applies	to	products	purchased	
and	serviced	in	the	United	States	or	Puerto	Rico.	This	warranty	is	
extended	only	to	the	original	purchaser	of	a	new	product	which	was	
not	sold	“as	is”.	A	purchase	receipt	or	other	proof	of	the	original	
purchase	date	is	required	for	warranty	service.
CARRY-IN OR MAIL-IN SERVICE
For	Carry-In	or	Mail-In	Service	in	the	United	States,	call	1-800-11-
PANA	(76)	or	visit	
Panasonic	Web	Site:	http://www.panasonic.com	
For	assistance	in	Puerto	Rico,	call	Panasonic	Sales	Company	(787)-
750-	400	or	fax	(787)-768-910.
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
This	warranty	ONLY	COVERS	failures	due	to	defects	in	materials	
and	workmanship,	and	DOES	NOT	COVER	normal	wear	and	tear	or	
cosmetic	damage.	The	warranty	ALSO	DOES	NOT	COVER	damages	
which	occurred	during	shipment,	failures	which	are	caused	by	
products	not	supplied	by	the	warrantor,	failures	which	result	from	
accident,	misuse,	abuse,	neglect,	bug	infestation,	mishandling,	
misapplication,	alteration,	faulty	installation,	set-up	adjustment,	
maladjustment	of	consumer	control,	improper	maintenance,	
improper	antenna,	inadequate	signal	reception	or	pickup,	power	line	
surge,	improper	voltage	supply,	lightning,	modification,	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.	
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
	(As	examples,	this	excludes	
damages	for	lost	time,	cost	of	having	someone	remove	or	re-install	
an	installed	unit	if	applicable,	travel	to	and	from	the	sevicer,	and	
loss	of	media,	data	or	other	memory	contents.	The	items	listed	
are	not	exclusive,	but	are	for	illustration	only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. 
Some	states	do	not	allow	the	exclusion	or	limitation	of	incidental	
or	consequential	damages,	or	limitations	on	how	long	an	implied	
warranty	lasts,	so	the	exclusions	may	not	apply	to	you.
This	warranty	gives	you	specific	legal	rights	and	you	may	also	
have	other	rights	which	vary	from	state	to	state.	If	a	problem	with	
this	product	develops	during	or	after	the	warranty	period,	you	may	
contact	your	dealer	or	Servicenter.	If	the	problem	is	not	handled	
to	your	satisfaction,	then	write	to	warrantor’s	Consumer	Affairs	
Department	at	the	addresses	of	the	warrantor.	
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Customer’s	RecordModelNo.SerialNo.Dealer’sNo.CodeNo.Dealer’sAddress
Date	of
Purchase
CANADA
Panasonic	Canada	Inc.
5770	Ambler	Drive,	Mississauga	Ontario	L4W	T
PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic	Canada	Inc.	warrants	this	product	to	be	free	from	defects	
in	materials	and	workmanship	and	agrees	to	remedy	any	such	defect	
for	a	period	as	stated	below	from	the	date	of	original	purchase.	
CAR AUDIO PRODUCT – ONE (1) YEAR, PARTS AND LABOUR
(The	labour	to	install	or	remove	the	product	is	not	warranted)	
ACCESSOIRES	-	NINETY	(90)	DAYS,	(IN	EXCHANGE	FOR	
DEFECTIVE	ITEMS)
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This	warranty	does	not	apply	to	products	purchased	outside	Canada	
or	to	any	product	which	has	been	improperly	installed,	subjected	to	
usage	for	which	the	product	was	not	designed,	misused	or	abused,	
damaged	during	shipping,	or	which	has	been	altered	or	repaired	in	
any	way	that	affects	the	reliability	or	detracts	from	the	performance,	
nor	does	it	cover	any	product	which	is	used	commercially.	Dry	cell	
batteries	are	also	excluded	from	coverage	under	this	warranty.	
This	warranty	is	extended	to	the	original	end	user	purchaser	only.	
A	purchase	receipt	or	other	proof	of	the	original	purchase	date	is	
required	before	warranty	service	is	performed.	
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In	certain	instances,	some	jurisdictions	do	not	allow	the	exclusion	or	
limitation	of	incidental	or	consequential	damages,	or	the	exclusion	
of	implied	warranties,	so	the	above	limitations	and	exclusions	may	
not	be	applicable. 
						

							
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Contents
• Safety Information 2
•  Before Reading These Instructions 
4
•  Features 
8
•  Controls Layout 
9
•  Preparation (Clock Adjustment etc.)  1
0
•  General  1
1
•  Sound Control  1
3
•  Radio 
14
•  CD Player  1
6
•  MP3/WMA/AAC Player  1
8
•  Audio Setting  2
2
•  Function Setting 
23
•  Troubleshooting 
24
•  Error Display Messages  2
7
•  Notes on Discs  2
8
•  Maintenance/Fuse  2
8
•  Specifications  2
9
Common
Each Source
As Needed 
						

							
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Features
Hands-Free Phone System
Connection	of	the	optional	Hands-Free	Phone	System	(Hands-
Free	Kit	featuring	
Bluetooth®	technology:	CY-BT100U)	allows	
users	to	talk	on	a	handsfree	cellular	phone	if	the	phone	supports	
Bluetooth.
Notes: 
• This	unit	is	designed	only	for	receiving	calls.	It	cannot	send	
calls.	
• This	unit	does	not	support	CY-BT00U.	 
Bluetooth® 
The	Bluetooth	word	mark	and	logo	are	owned	by	the	
Bluetooth	SIG,	Inc.	and	any	use	of	such	marks	by	
Matsushita	Electric	Industrial	Co.,	Ltd.	is	under	license.	
Other	trademarks	and	trade	name	are	those	of	their	
respective	owners.
Expansion Module (Hub Unit)
Connection	of	the	Expansion	Module	(hub	unit,	CY-EM100U)	
allows	users	to	connect	up	to	4	optional	devices	shown	below.	
Even	simultaneous	connection	of	the	Sirius	Satellite	Radio	and	
XM	Satellite	Radio	is	feasible.	
Wide Array of Components for System Upgrade 
Various	optional	components	allow	users	to	obtain	availability	of	
wide	range	of	system	upgrade.	Upgrading	the	system	delivers	
relaxed	AV	space	in	a	car.	For	further	information,	refer	to	the	
separate	
System Upgrade Guidebook.
•  CD Changer
The	optional	adapter	(Conversion	Cable	for	DVD/CD	
Changer:	CA-CC0U)	allows	you	to	connect	the	optional	
Panasonic	CD	changer	unit	(CX-DP880U).
• iPod®
The	optional	adapter	(Direct	Cable	for	iPod®:	CA-DC00U)	
allows	you	to	connect	the	optional	iPod	series.
iPod	is	a	trademark	of	Apple	Computer,	Inc.,	registered	in	
the	U.S.A.	and	other	countries.
• XM Satellite Radio
	 You	can	connect	the	optional	XM	receiver	(XMD1000)	with	
optional	Digital	Adaptor	Cable	(XMDPAN110).	
  Note:  The	optional	XM	Direct
	CNP000UC/the	optional	
Connection	Cable	CNPPAN1	cannot	be	used	with	this	unit.
For	details,	refer	to	the	operating	instructions	for	the	XM	
receiver.
• Sirius Satellite Radio
	 You	can	connect	the	optional	Sirius	Satellite	Radio	receiver	 (SIR-PAN1)	with	optional	Interface	Adaptor	(CA-PANSC1U).
	Note:  The	optional	Sirius	Satellite	Radio	receiver	SC-C1/the	
optional	Interface	Adaptor	CA-LSR01U	cannot	be	used	with	
this	unit.
•  Hands-Free Phone System
SQ (Sound Quality)
You	have	6	preset	modes	(FLAT,	ROCK,	POP,	VOCAL,	JAZZ,	
CLUB).	You	can	customize	your	settings	for	these	and	save	them	
for	instant	recall.
SQ3 (3-Band Sound Quality) 
Center	frequency	and	level	are	adjustable	in	each	of		bands.	
This	lets	you	fine-tune	sound	quality	for	each	genre	to	suit	car-
interior	acoustics	and	your	personal	preferences.	(
	page	1)	
AUX (AUX1) Input Terminal
The	AUX	input	terminal	is	equipped	on	the	front	panel.	
Your	mobile	audio	player	and	other	devices	are	connectable	to	
this	unit	without	any	difficulty.	 
						

							
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Number
RANDOM
Controls Layout
Note: 	This	instruction	manual	explains	operations	for	use	with	the	buttons	on	the	main	unit.	(Different	operations	excluded)
Main UnitVOL	Volume	
(	page	1)
PUSH SEL 	Select	
(	page	,	)
LIST	(	P	14	of	System	Upgrade	Guidebook)
DISC 	(	P	10	of	System	Upgrade	Guidebook)
FOLDER 	(	page	18)	
MUTE	(	page	1)Remote	control	sensor
SQ	Sound	Quality	(	page	1)
SOURCE (	page	1)
PWR 	Power	(	page	11)
TUNE 	(	page	14)	
TRACK 	(FILE)	(	page	16,	18)
BAND	(	page	14)	
 Play/Pause	
(	page	16,	18)	
APM	Auto	Preset	Memory	
(	page	15)OPEN 	(	page	16,	18)
DISP Display	(	page	11)
Number Buttons
SCAN
REPEAT
TUNE
TRACK (FILE)
DISC	(FOLDER)	
LIST
SEL  Select	
MENUVOL Volume
:	Up
:	DownPOWER
SRC (SOURCE)
MUTEBAND
Pause/Play
SET
APM  Auto	Preset
Memory
DISP Display
S E L S R C 
B A N D M U T E 
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V O L 
D I S P 
CAR AUDIO
MENU SEL 
POWER SOURCE 
SRC 
SET BANDMUTE 
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VOL 
RANDOM 
NUMBER 
TUNETUNE 
SCANREPEAT 
DISPRemote Control Unit
Features, Controls Layout
AUX1 	(	page	1)	1	to	6 (	page	14)
3 (SCROLL) (	page	17,	19)
4 (RANDOM) (	page	17,	19)
5 (SCAN) (	page	17,	19)
6 (REPEAT) (	page	17,	19) 
						

							
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Preparation Before Initial Use
Pull the insulation film 
out from the backside of 
remote control gently. 
Battery Replacement
 
Remove the battery 
holder with the remote 
control unit placed on a 
flat surface.
   Stick your thumbnail 
into the groove, and 
push the holder in 
the direction of the 
arrow, and at the 
same time.
   Pull it out in the 
direction of the 
arrow using a tough 
pointed object.
 Put a battery in the case 
with () side facing up.  Put the case back.
Preparation
The demonstration message appears for initial use. 
1	Set	your	car’s	ignition	switch	to	the	
ACC	or	ON	position.
2	Press	[PWR] 	(Power). 	
3	Hold	down	[VOL] (PUSH SEL: 	Select)	
for	2	sec. 	or	more	to	open	the	menu. 	
4	Press	[VOL] (PUSH SEL:	Select)	to	
select	the	Demonstration	setting. 	
(“DEMO” is displayed) 
5 Turn	[VOL]	counterclockwise. 	
For using the remote control, press [0] (). 
Notes: 
• To return to the regular mode, press
 [DISP]. 
•  Refer to the section on “Function Setting” 
( page 
23).
•  When “NO DISC” is displayed, the Demonstration 
cannot be cancelled.
Cancellation of Demonstration
Remote Control Preparation
Tough pointed object
Back side
The 12-hour system is used for the clock. 
1	Press	[PWR] 	(Power). 	
2	Press	[DISP].	
3	Hold	down	[DISP] 	for	2	sec. 	or	more.	
4	Adjust	the	hour	and	press	[DISP].	
[]: Forward
[]: Backward
5	Adjust	the	minute	and	press	[DISP] 	to	
confirm	the	adjustment.
[]: Forward
[]: Backward 
Notes: 
• 
Adjust the clock when “ADJUST” appears on the display.
•  Hold down [] or [] to change numbers 
rapidly. 
•  When “NO DISC” is displayed, the clock cannot be 
adjusted.
 Cautions
• Remove and dispose of an old battery immediately.
•  Do not disassemble, heat or short a battery. Do not 
throw a battery into a fire or water.
•  Follow local regulations when disposing of a 
battery.
•  Improper use of a battery may cause overheating, 
an explosion or ignition, resulting in injury or a fire.
 Warning
Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of 
infants. If an infant ingests a battery, please seek 
immediate medical attention.
Note: Battery Information:
Battery Type:   Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025) 
(Included in the remote control)
Battery Life:   Approximately 6 months under normal use 
(at room temperature)
Insulation film



Clock Adjustment
Notice
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium 
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - special 
handling may apply. 
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.