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Preset buttons from [1]to [6]
Display Change
Press [DISP](display) to switch to the clock display.
Preset Station Setting
Up to 6 stations can be saved in each of the FM1, FM2,
FM3 and AM preset station memories.
Note:Existing saved stations are overwritten with new
stations after following this procedure.
Band
Press [BAND]to select a desired band. 
(➡page 10)
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Auto Preset Memory (APM)
Press and hold [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.
Manual Preset MemoryqUse manual or seek tuning to find a station. (➡page 10)wPress and hold one of the preset buttons from [1]to [6]until the display blinks once.
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Caution:To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations
while you are driving.Preset Station Calling
Press the corresponding preset button from [1]to [6]to tune in a preset station.Frequency
Clock display
blinks once
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Radio
Change to the Radio mode
Press [PWR]to change to the radio mode.CPlease press [u](eject) to eject the tape when cassette tape play mode start.
Band
Press [BAND]to change the band.
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Manual Tuning
[l lTUNE]:Higher frequency[k kTUNE]:Lower frequency
Seek Tuning
Press and hold ...[l lTUNE]:Higher frequency[k kTUNE]:Lower frequency
Tuning will automatically stop when the signals
of the next broadcast station are received.
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Mono Selection
Press [MONO]for monaural reception in case a lot
of interference is present in an FM stereo signal or
to improve the listening quality of weak FM broad-
casts.
Press 
[MONO]again to cancel.
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FM stereo indicator
MONO indicator
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To stop rewind or fast forward, gently press the button that is not in use.
The tape will resume playing from that position.
Top Side PlayingBottom Side Playing
Play Side Change
Press [a]and [f]at the same time to switch to the program on the other side of the tape.
The display changes to indicate which program is playing.
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Rewind and Fast Forward
When the program indicator i lights, press [a]to rewind or press [f]to fast forward the tape.
When the program indicator olights, press [a]to fast forward or press[f]to rewind the tape.
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Note:To maintain your cassette player in top condition, avoid using tapes that are longer than 90 minutes (C-90).
Notes on Cassette Tapes
Tape Slack:Use a pencil or similar object to take up the slack as
shown. If a loose tape is used, this may result in the
tape becoming tangled in the rotating parts of the unit.
Do not touch
or pull out the
tape. Pencil
Exposed end
(Open end)
blinks
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Cassette Tape Player
Loading a Cassette
Gently insert a cassette with the exposed tape side fac-
ing to the right until the mechanism captures it, and
playback starts.
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Stop and Eject
Once inserted into the unit, your tape will play continuously until you eject it.
If you press [u](eject), the unit ejects the tape and returns to radio operation.
When you stop the car engine, the tape will stop but not be ejected.
Notes:• You can not change to CD Changer mode or Radio mode while tape playing.
If you want to change to CD Changer mode or Radio mode, eject the tape.
• Always remove the cassette when you stop using the cassette player. This will
prolong the life of your tape.Exposed Tape side
Program Indicator
(This indication “” rotates.)
Display Change
Press [DISP](display) to switch to the clock display.
TapeClock display

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Disc is dirty, or is upside down.➡Select the next available compact disc. Check the disc.
Disc has scratches.➡Select the next available compact disc. Check the disc.
No operation by some cause.➡Eject the magazine. If failure persists, press the reset switch on the CD
changer. If normal operation is not restored yet, call the store where
you purchased the unit.
No disc in the changer (magazine)➡Insert discs into the changer (magazine).
Error Display Messages
Scan Play
(Tracks)
• Press [3](SCAN). The track number blinks and
the first 10 seconds of each track on the discs
play in sequence.
• Press 
[3](SCAN) again to cancel and continue
with the current track.
Scan Play
(Discs)
• Press and hold [3](SCAN) for more than 2 sec-
onds. The first track of all the discs in the maga-
zine is played for 10 seconds each and Disc
Number blinks.
• Press and hold 
[3](SCAN) for more than 2sec-
onds again to cancel.
Repeat Play
• Press [4](REPEAT) to repeat the current selec-
tion. 
• Press 
[4](REPEAT) again to cancel.
Random
Play• Press [5](RANDOM) to random selection of
music is played from all available CDs. 
• Press 
[5](RANDOM) again to cancel.lights    REP: Repeat indicator
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Note: CD changer functions are applicable to units with optional CD changer unit (sold separately).
R 5: Random indicator
DISC No.
DISC No.
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CD Changer Control
CD Changer mode
While a disc magazine is inserted in the CD changer, press [CD·C]. 
Play starts from the first track.
Disc Selection
[1](i iDISC): Previous disc.[2](j jDISC): Next disc.
Note:The cassette, if loaded, should be
removed. Otherwise, the CD play will not start.
Playing TimeDisc Number
Track Number
Track Selection
Press [TRACK 7]once to go to the next track, Press
repeatedly to step forward through all the tracks.
Press 
[TRACK 6]once to play from the beginning of the
current track, Press twice to play the previous track. Press
repeatedly to step backward through all the tracks.
Track Search
Press and hold  [TRACK 7]or [TRACK 6]for more than
0.5 second to activate fast forward or reverse through a
track. Release 
[TRACK 7]or [TRACK 6]to resume the
normal CD play from that position.
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Display Change
Press [DISP](display) to switch to the clock display.
CD Changer
Clock display
lights when a CD changer
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Disc is dirty, or is upside down.➡Select the next available compact disc. Check the disc.
Disc has scratches.➡Select the next available compact disc. Check the disc.
No operation by some cause.➡Eject the magazine. If failure persists, press the reset switch on the CD
changer. If normal operation is not restored yet, call the store where
you purchased the unit.
No disc in the changer (magazine)➡Insert discs into the changer (magazine).
Error Display Messages
Scan Play
(Tracks)
• Press [3](SCAN). The track number blinks and
the first 10 seconds of each track on the discs
play in sequence.
• Press 
[3](SCAN) again to cancel and continue
with the current track.
Scan Play
(Discs)
• Press and hold [3](SCAN) for more than 2 sec-
onds. The first track of all the discs in the maga-
zine is played for 10 seconds each and Disc
Number blinks.
• Press and hold 
[3](SCAN) for more than 2sec-
onds again to cancel.
Repeat Play
• Press [4](REPEAT) to repeat the current selec-
tion. 
• Press 
[4](REPEAT) again to cancel.
Random
Play• Press [5](RANDOM) to random selection of
music is played from all available CDs. 
• Press 
[5](RANDOM) again to cancel.lights    REP: Repeat indicator
lightsblinksblinks
Note: CD changer functions are applicable to units with optional CD changer unit (sold separately).
R 5: Random indicator
DISC No.
DISC No.
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CD Changer Control
CD Changer mode
While a disc magazine is inserted in the CD changer, press [CD·C]. 
Play starts from the first track.
Disc Selection
[1](i iDISC): Previous disc.[2](j jDISC): Next disc.
Note:The cassette, if loaded, should be
removed. Otherwise, the CD play will not start.
Playing TimeDisc Number
Track Number
Track Selection
Press [TRACK 7]once to go to the next track, Press
repeatedly to step forward through all the tracks.
Press 
[TRACK 6]once to play from the beginning of the
current track, Press twice to play the previous track. Press
repeatedly to step backward through all the tracks.
Track Search
Press and hold  [TRACK 7]or [TRACK 6]for more than
0.5 second to activate fast forward or reverse through a
track. Release 
[TRACK 7]or [TRACK 6]to resume the
normal CD play from that position.
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Display Change
Press [DISP](display) to switch to the clock display.
CD Changer
Clock display
lights when a CD changer
is connected.

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Much noise in FM stereo
and monaural broad-
casts.The antenna ground lead is not connected properly.➡Connect the antenna ground lead properly.
Preset station is reset.Battery cable is not correctly connected.➡Connect the battery cable to the terminal that is always active.
The radio antenna is not extended enough.➡Extend fully the radio antenna.
Cause/Step
❐Radio
Trouble
No sound.Blank tape is inserted in the unit.➡Insert recorded tape into the unit.
Tape sound quality is
poor.
Heads are dirty.➡Clean heads. (Ask a service representative for advice.)
Poor quality tape.➡Use better quality tape.
Reproduction of high
tones is poor.Heads are magnetized.➡Demagnetize heads. (Ask a service representative for advice.)
Wow and flutter level is
very high.Tape running mechanism is dirty or out of order.➡Clean tape running mechanism, or repair it. (Ask a service represen-
tative for advice.)
Cause/Step
❐Cassette Tape
Trouble
No sound from left,
right, front, or rear
speaker.
Left and right balance, or front and rear balance is off on one side.➡Adjust BAL/FAD as appropriate.
Cables are not correctly connected.➡Connect the cables correctly.
The right speaker wire is connected to the left speaker and the left speaker
wire to the right speaker.
➡Connect the speaker wires to the correct one.
Left and right sounds are
reversed in stereo lis-
tening.
Cause/Step
❐Sound Setting
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Troubleshooting
Preliminary Steps
Check and take steps as described in the tables below.
If You Suspect Something Wrong
Immediately switch the power off.
Disconnect the power connector and check that there is
neither smoke nor heat from the unit before asking for
repairs. Never try to repair the unit by yourself because it
is dangerous to do so.
No power.
Trouble
Car’s ignition switch is not on.➡Turn your car’s ignition switch to ACC or ON.
Cables are not correctly connected. ➡Connect cables correctly.
Battery cable is not correctly connected. ➡Connect the battery cable to the terminal that is always active.
Accessory cable is not correctly connected. ➡Connect the accessory cable to your car’s ACC source.
Grounding wire is not correctly connected. ➡Connect the grounding wire to a metal part of the car.
Fuse is burnt.➡Consult the store where you purchased the unit, and ask for fuse
replacement.
Cautions:• Do not use the unit if it malfunctions or if there is
something wrong.
• Do not use the unit in irregular condition, for example,
without sound, or with smoke or foul smell, which
can cause ignition or electric shock. Immediately stop
using it and call the store where you purchased it.
Cause/Step
Troubleshooting Tips
❐Common
No sound.
Mute is set to ON.➡Set it to OFF.
Noise.The ground lead is not connected properly.➡Connect the ground lead properly.
Cables are not correctly connected.➡Connect cables correctly.

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Q’tyItemNo.Diagram
❏Installation Hardware
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Hex. nut (5 mmø)
Rear support strap
Tapping screw
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Mounting bolt (5 mmø)
Power connector
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Installation Guide
WARNING
This installation information is designed for experienced installers and is not intended
for non-technical individuals. It does not contain warnings or cautions of potential dan-
gers involved in attempting to install this product.
Any attempt to install this product in a motor car by anyone other than qualified
installer could cause damage to the electrical system and could result in serious per-
sonal injury or death.
❏OverviewThis product should be installed by a professional.
However, if you plan to install this product yourself,
your first step is to decide where to install it. The
instructions in these pages will guide you through the
remaining steps:
(Please refer to the “WARNING” statement above.)
• Identify and label the car wires.
• Connect the car wires to the wires of the power con-
nector.
• Install the unit in the dashboard.
• Check the operation of the unit.If you encounter problems, please consult your nearest
professional installer.
Before you begin installation, look for the items which
are packed with your unit.
•
Warranty Card…Fill this out promptly.
• Panasonic Servicenter List for Service Directory…Keep for future reference in case the product
needs servicing.
•
Installation Hardware…Needed for in-dash installa-
tion.
❏Required ToolsYou’ll need a screwdriver, a 1.5 V AA battery, and the
following:
Caution: This unit operates with a 12 V DC nega-
tive ground auto battery system only. Do not
attempt to use it in any other system. Doing so
could cause serious damage.
12 V DC
Test bulbElectrical tape Side-cut
pliers
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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.
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(White)
(White
w/black stripe)
Chassis
(Gray
w/black stripe)(Gray)
Chassis
• Use ungrounded speaker only.
• The maximum speaker input should be 45 W or more. (If used with the optional
power amplifier, the speaker input should be higher than the maximum amplifier
output.)
• The speaker impedance should be 4 - 8 Ω.
• 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.
• 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.
Fuse
Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A). Using different substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the
unit directly without a fuse, could cause fire or damage to the unit.
If the fuse replacement fails, contact your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Center.
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 exteri-
or cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents.

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Less than 30˚
(182 mm)(53 mm)
75/32
23/32
SpeakersConnect the speaker wires. See the wiring diagram
(➡page 25) for the proper hookups. Follow the diagram
carefully to avoid damaging the speakers and the stereo
unit.
The speakers used must be able to handle more than 45
W of audio power. If using an optional audio amplifier,
the speakers should be able to handle the maximum
amplifier output power. Speakers with low input ratings
can be damaged. Speaker impedance should measure
4–8 Ω, which is typically marked on most speakers.
Lower or higher impedance speakers will affect output
and can cause both speaker and stereo unit damage.
BatteryConnect the yellow battery lead to the correct radio wire
or to the battery fuse port on the fuse block.
AntennaConnect the antenna by plugging the antenna lead into
the antenna receptacle.
EquipmentConnect any optional equipment such as an amplifier,
according to the instructions furnished with the equip-
ment. Leave about 12 (30 cm) of distance between the
speaker leads/amplifier unit and the antenna/antenna
extension cord. Read the operating and installation
instructions of any equipment you will connect to this
unit.
Power Connect the red power lead to the correct car radio wire
or to the appropriate fuse port on the fuse block.
If the stereo unit functions properly with all these con-
nections made, disconnect the wires and proceed to the
final installation.
❐Final Installation
Lead ConnectionsConnect all wires, making sure that each connection is
insulated and secure. Bundle all loose wires and fasten
them with tape so they will not fall down later. Now
insert the stereo unit into the mounting collar.
Congratulations! After making a few final checks, you’re
ready to enjoy your new auto stereo system.
❐Final Checks
1. Make sure that all wires are properly connected and
insulated.
2. Make sure that the stereo unit is securely held in the
mounting collar.
3. Turn on the ignition to check the unit for proper
operation.
If you have difficulties, consult your nearest author-
ized professional installer for assistance.
❐Preparation
• Disconnect the cable from the negative battery ter-
minal (see cautions below).
• 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
This unit can be installed in any dashboard having an
opening as shown above. The dashboard should be 3⁄16
(4.75 mm)–7⁄32 (5.56 mm) thick in order to be able to
support the unit.
• We strongly recommend that you wear gloves for
installation work to protect yourself from injuries.
• When bending the mounting tabs of the mounting
collar with a screwdriver, be careful not to injure
your hands and fingers.
Caution: Do not disconnect the battery terminals of
a car with a trip or navigational computer since all
user settings stored in memorywill be lost. Instead
take extra care with installing the unit to prevent
shorts.
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Installation Guide (Continued)
❏Identify All LeadsThe first step in installation is to identify all the car wires
you’ll use when hooking up your sound system.
As you identify each wire, we suggest that you label it
using masking tape and a permanent marker. This will
help avoid confusion when making connections later.
Note:Do not connect the power connector to the stereo
unit until you have made all connections. If there are no
plastic caps on the stereo hooking wires, insulate all
exposed leads with electrical tape until you are ready to
use them. Identify the leads in the following order.
Power LeadIf your car has a radio or is pre-wired for one:
Cut the connector wires one at a time from the plug
(leaving the leads as long as possible) so that you can
work with individual leads.
Turn the ignition on to the accessory position, and
ground one lead of the test bulb to the chassis.
Touch the other lead of the test bulb to each of the
exposed wires from the cut radio connector plug. Touch
one wire at a time until you find the outlet that causes
the test bulb to light.
Now turn the ignition off and then on. If the bulb also
turns off and on, that outlet is the car power lead.
If your car is not wired for an audio unit: Go to the fuse
block and find the fuse port for radio (RADIO), accesso-
ry (ACC), or ignition (IGN).
Battery LeadIf your stereo unit has a yellow lead, you will need to
locate the car’s battery lead. Otherwise you may ignore
this procedure. (The yellow battery lead provides contin-
uous power to maintain a clock, memory storage, or
other function.)
If your car has a radio or is pre-wired for one: With the ignition and headlights off, identify the car bat-
tery lead by grounding one lead of the test bulb to the
chassis and checking the remaining exposed wires from
the cut radio connector plug.
If your car is not wired for an audio unit: Go to the fuse block and find the fuse port for the bat-
tery, usually marked BAT.
SpeakersIdentify the car speaker leads. There are two leads for
each speaker which are usually color coded.
A handy way to identify the speaker leads and the speak-
er they are connected with is to test the leads using a
1.5 V AA battery as follows.
Hold one lead against one pole of the battery and stroke
the other lead across the other pole. You will hear a
scraping sound in one of the speakers if you are holding
a speaker lead.
If not, keep testing different lead combinations until you
have located all the speaker leads. When you label them,
include the speaker location for each.
AntennaThe antenna lead is a thick, black wire with a metal plug
at the end.
❏Connect All LeadsNow that you have identified all the wires in the car, you
are ready to begin connecting them to the stereo unit
wires. The wiring diagram (
➡page 25) shows the prop-
er connections and color coding of the leads.
We strongly recommend that you test the unit before
making a final installation.
You can set the unit on the floor and make temporary
connections to test the unit. Use electrical tape to cover
all exposed wires.
GroundConnect the black ground lead of the power connector
to the metal car chassis.
Important:Connect the red power lead last, after
you have made and insulated all other connections.

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