Panasonic Aac Wma Mp3 Cd Player Receiver Cq C800u Operating Instructions

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Display Setting, Customize the Display (Customize Function) 
Customize the Display (Customize Function)
You can edit the moving images and still images that are initially stored in the unit. You also can use the data that is downloaded from
the Panasonic Web site and the data that is stored with a digital camera or other devices and processed with exclusive software,
IMAGE STUDIO. See “Notes on Customize function” (
apage 32) as well.
Note:Visit Panasonic Web site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/customize/index.html) for details.
CUSTOMIZE Menu Display
Preparation:
Put the CD-R/RW that contains data to
be customized in hand.
1If there is a disc inside, take out the
disc.
2Press [SOURCE]
(PWR)to select
the CD mode.
3Hold down [PUSH SEL]for 4 sec. or
more to display the menu screen.
4Load a CD-R/RW that contains data.
Notes:
¡It may take time for the unit to identify the CD-
R/RW.
¡Discs recorded by the packet writing software are
not supported.
5Select an item to be customized.
qw:Select
[PUSH SEL]:Confirm
Note:To exit the customize menu, hold down
[PUSH SEL]for 4 sec. or more.
GRAPHIC PATTERN
Moving image (graphic pattern) data (apage 30)
STILL IMAGE
Still image data (apage 30)
OPENING MESSAGE
Moving image at power on 
CLOSING MESSAGE
Moving image at power off 
6Select a file.
qw[]][[]:Select
[PUSH SEL]:Confirm
Notes:
¡Files are automatically identified by their exten-
sions, and target files are displayed.
¡If “BACK”is selected, the screen of step 5
appears.
7For a moving image file or still image
file, select where to save the file.
qw[}][{]:Select
[PUSH SEL]:Confirm
Notes:
¡New data overwrites existing data. 
¡If “BACK”is selected, the screen of step 6
appears.
8Confirm the changed item.
qw:Select
[PUSH SEL]:Confirm
Customization is performed. Do not turn off the
power in mid-operation. (It takes approx. 5 minutes
to complete this operation for a 548 kB moving
image.) After completion of this operation, the
screen of step 5 appears.
Note:If “NO”is selected, the screen of step 5
appears.
9Press [uOPEN]to eject the disc.
10Hold down [PUSH SEL]for 4 sec. or
more.
The CD mode comes back.
SQ
MENU
TUNE
TRACK
MUTE
D
・MSBC-
SWFOLDER / P-
SET / DISC
LIST
SOURCEPWR
DIM
VOLPUSHSEL/SRSWOW
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Notes on Customize Function
Note on Download Service
The download service may be suspended or stopped
without advance notice. The download service is not
available in some areas. Please visit the site below for
further information. 
Panasonic Web site: 
(http://panasonic.net)
Notes on IMAGE STUDIO
¡This download service is not available in some areas.
For details, please access the Panasonic website.
¡IMAGE STUDIO is available only by downloading from
the address below. It is not bundled with this unit.
¡Refer to the downloaded operating manual for how to
use IMAGE STUDIO.
Notes on File
¡The customize-specific file is downloadable from the
URL below. You can create exclusive files stored with
a digital camera or other devices by using exclusive
software, IMAGE STUDIO that can be accessed from
the same URL.
¡Do not change the extension. Otherwise, the data can-
not be recognized.
At Disc Making
¡Save only customize-specific data.
¡Save all data in the root directory. Files contained in a
folder cannot be recognized.
¡Follow the table below with regard to the number of
files that are saved to a disc. Files beyond the speci-
fied capacity are not readable.
¡Discs recorded by the packet writing software are not
supported.
At Customizing
¡If customizing is interrupted on account of turning off
the power, stopping the engine, removing the face
plate or other reasons, you may lose the data. In such
a case, try customizing again.
¡The default image exists on the Panasonic Web site. If
you would like to restore it, download the image from
the site.
Error Display Messages
NO FILES DETECTED
No customize-specific data on the disc
aLoad a disc that contains customize-specific
data.
CUSTOMIZING FAILED
Customize failed
aCheck to see whether or not the extension is cor-
rect and file contents are appropriate.
DISPLAY FILE INCOMPLETE
Intended moving image or still image is damaged.
aCustomize it again and overwrite the file with
new one.
Type Extension Max. number
GRAPHIC PATTERN .pfm 10
STILL IMAGE .pfs 15
OPENING MESSAGE .pfo 5
CLOSING MESSAGE .pfe 5
Download site:
http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/
customize/index.html
Customize the Display (Customize Function) (continued)
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Customize the Display (Customize Function), Troubleshooting
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 measures especially for those other than indicated by ital-
ic
letters in “Possible Solution” described below because those are
too dangerous for users to handle themselves.
Warning
¡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.
ProblemPossible causeaPossible solution
Common
No power to the
unit
The power cord (battery, power and ground) is connected in the wrong way.
aCheck the wiring.
Fuse blows out.
aEliminate the cause of fuse blowout and replace the fuse with new one.Consult your dealer.
Sound is not
generated.
MUTE is set to ON.
aSet MUTE to OFF.
The wiring of speaker lines are not correct, or a break or poor contact arises.
aCheck the wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram. (Installation
Instructions)
Noise
There is an electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone near the unit or
its electrical lines.
aKeep an electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone away from
the unit and the wiring of the unit. In case that noise cannot be eliminated
due to the wiring harness of the car, consult your dealer.
The contact of the ground lead is poor.
aMake sure that the ground lead is connected to an unpainted part of the chas-
sis securely.
Noise is made in
step with engine
revolutions.Alternator noise comes from the car.
aChange the wiring position of the ground lead.aMount a noise filter on the power supply.
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Troubleshooting (continued)
Common (continued)
Some operations
are not executable.Some operations are not executable in particular modes such as menu mode.
aRead the operating instructions carefully and cancel the mode. If the unit is
still out of order, consult your dealer.
ProblemPossible causeaPossible solution
No sound from
speaker(s)
BALANCE/FADER setting is not appropriate.
aReadjust BALANCE/FADER.
There is a break, a short circuit, poor contact or wrong wiring regarding the speaker
wiring.
aCheck the speaker wiring.
The speaker
channels are
reversed between
right and left.
The speaker wiring is confused between right and left.
aPerform the speaker wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.
The sound field is
not clear in the
stereo mode.
Central sound does
not settled.
The plus and minus terminals at right and left channels of speakers are connected
reversely.
aPerform the speaker wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.
Radio
Poor reception or
noise
Antenna installation or wiring of antenna cable is faulty.
aCheck whether the antenna mounting position and its wiring are correct. In
addition, check to see whether the antenna ground is securely connected to
the chassis.
No power is supplied to the antenna amplifier (when using a film antenna, etc.).
aCheck the wiring of the antenna battery lead.
The power fails
unintentionally.The safety device works.
aConsult your dealer, or your nearest Panasonic Servicenter.
The number of auto
preset stations is
less than 6.The number of receivable stations is less than 6.
aMove to an area where receivable stations number is maximum, and try pre-
setting.
Preset stations
cannot be stored.The contact of the battery lead is poor, or the battery lead is not always powered.
aMake sure that the battery lead is connected securely, and preset stations
again.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible causeaPossible solution
No playback or
disc ejected
The disc is inserted upside down.
aInsert a disc correctly.
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.
aRemove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.
Sound skipping or
noiseThere is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.
aRemove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc. 
Sound skipping
due to vibration 
The unit is not sufficiently secured.
aSecure the unit to the console box.
The unit is tilted at over 30˚ in the front-to-end direction.
aMake the angle 30˚ or less.
Disc unejectable
Something such as a peeled label obstructs the disc coming out.
aPress and hold the [uOPEN] for more than 2 seconds when the face plate is
open (disc forced ejection). In case that the disc forced ejection does not
work, consult your dealer.
The microcontroller in the unit operates abnormally due to noise or other factors.
aUnplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order,
consult your dealer. 
CD
The CD-R/RWs that
are playable on
other devices are
not playable on
this unit.The playability of some CD-R/RWs may depend on the combination of media,
recording software and recorder to be used even if these CD-R/RWs are playable on
other devices such as a PC.
aMake CD-R/RWs in different combination of media, recording software and
recorder after referring to the description about the compressed audio player.
Sound skipping or
noise
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.
aRemove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc. 
Playing VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files may cause sound skipping.
aPlay Non-VBR files.
Noise is heard with
“RE-MASTER” at
“ON”With some CDs, noise may be heard in the treble range when playing compressed
audio files into which the CD tracks were encoded with “RE-MASTER” enabled.
aIf noise is heard, set “RE-MASTER” to “OFF”.
Compressed audio
No playback or
disc ejectedThe disc has unplayable formatted data.
aCheck the file format.
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Troubleshooting (continued)
ProblemPossible causeaPossible solution
Remote control unit
No response to
pressing buttons
The battery is inserted in the wrong direction. A wrong battery is inserted.
aInsert a correct battery in the correct direction.
The battery is weak.
aReplace the battery with new one.
The aiming direction of the remote control unit is wrong.
aAim the remote control unit at the sensor of the unit and press buttons.
The sensor is exposed to direct sunlight. (The remote control unit may not be opera-
ble when the sensor is exposed to direct sunlight. In such a case, the system is not
faulty.)
aBlock off sunlight to the sensor.
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Troubleshooting, 
Error Display Messages
Error Display Messages
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 exten-
sion, damaged data, etc.)
aSelect a file that the player can read. Check the type of data recorded on the
disc. Create a new disc if necessary.
(After 5 seconds)
To next file automaticallyThe disc is dirty, or is upside down.
aCheck the disc.
The disc has scratches.
aCheck the disc.
No operation by some cause.
aUnplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order,
consult your dealer.(aInstallation Instructions)
A WMA file can be copyrighted. 
aThe file protected by copyright is not playable.
No disc. 
DisplayPossible causeaPossible solution
Note:Refer to the System Upgrade Guidebookfor error messages regarding optional products.
CD/Compressed Audio
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Notes on Discs
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 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
Disc cleaning
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.
Do not write on the disc label with a ballpoint
pen or other hard-point pens.
If you use commercial CDs, they must have
either of these labels shown at right.
Some copy-protected music CDs are not
playable.
TEXT
¡You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW discs recorded on CD recorders (CD-R/RW drives), either due
to their recording characteristics or dirt, fingerprints, scratches, etc. on the disc surface.
¡CD-R/RW discs are less resistant to high temperatures and high humidity than ordinary music CDs. Leaving them
inside a car for extended periods may damage them and make playback impossible.
¡Some CD-R/RWs can not be played back successfully thanks to incompatibility among writing software, a CD
recorder (CD-R/RW drive) and the discs.
¡This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs if the session is not closed.
¡This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs which contains other than CD-DA or compressed audio data.
¡Be sure to observe the instructions of CD-R/RW disc for handling it.
Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)
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.
Notes on
CD-Rs/RWs
Maintenance/Fuse
Cleaning the
Unit Fuse
If the fuse blows out, consult your dealer, or 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.
 
Labels created by a printer,
Protective films or sheetsIrregularly shaped discs Printed side
Disc with adhered
stickers or tapeDiscs with cracks,
scratches or parts missing
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Specifications
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Notes on discs, Maintenance/Fuse, Specifications
Notes: 
¡Specifications and design are subject to modification
without notice due to improvements.
¡Some figures and illustrations in this manual may be
different from your product.
General
Sampling Frequency8 times oversampling
DA Converter4 DAC System
Pick-Up TypeAstigma 3-beam
Light SourceSemiconductor laser
Wavelength790 nm
Frequency Response20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio96 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion0.01 % (1 kHz)
Wow and FlutterBelow measurable limits
Channel Separation85 dB
FM
Frequency Range87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz
Usable Sensitivity10.2 dBf (0.9 µV, 75 Ω)
50 dB quieting Sensitivity15.2 dBf (1.6 µV, 75 Ω)
Frequency Response30 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB)
Alternate channel selectivity75 dB
Stereo Separation30 dB (at 1 kHz)
Image response ratio55 dB
IF response ratio100 dB
Signal to noise ratio62 dB
AM
Frequency Range530 kHz – 1 710 kHz
Usable Sensitivity27 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)
English
Power SupplyDC 12 V (11 V – 16 V), Test Voltage 14.4 V, Negative Ground
Tone Controls (Bass/Treble)Bass; ±12 dB at 60 Hz, Treble; ±12 dB at 16 kHz
Equalizer Center Frequency60, 160, 400, 1 k, 3 k, 6 k, 16 k Hz
Variable Range of Equalizer-12 dB to 12 dB (2 dB step)
Current ConsumptionLess than 2.2 A (CD mode, 0.5 W 4-Speaker)
Maximum Power Output50 W x 4 (at 1 kHz) 
Speaker Impedance4 – 8 Ω
Pre-amp output voltage5 V, (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
Subwoofer-output voltage5 V, (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
Pre-amp output impedance60 Ω
Subwoofer-output impedance60 Ω
Dimensions (Main Unit)178(W) x 50(H) x 155(D) mm {7”x 1 15/16”x 6 1/8”}
Weight (Main Unit)1.6 kg {3 lbs. 8 oz}
Above Specifications comply with EIA standards.Power Output: 
18 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4 Ωand ≤1%
THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio: 
85 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω)
Radio CD Player
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Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
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Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
http://www.panasonic.ca
CQ-C800U
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