Panasonic Cd Player Receiver Cq C1103u Operating Instrucitons Manual

							CD Player/Receiver
Model:CQ-C1103U
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.
English
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							Before Reading These Instructions
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.
Customer Services Directory
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/supportor, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoYou 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:
http://www.pasc.panasonic.comor, send your request by E-mail to:[email protected] 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 : 1-886-605-
1277
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) 750-4300, Fax (787) 768-2910
CANADA
WARRANTY SERVICEFOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact: 
Our Customer Care Centre:
Telephone #: (905) 624-5505 
1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505
Fax #:   (905) 238-2360
Email link: “Contact Us” on www.panasonic.ca 
FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest
Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca:
Link : “Servicentres
TMlocator” under “Customer support”
Panasonic Factory Service:
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.
TorontoPanasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, ON  L4W 2T3
Tel: (905) 624-8447
Fax: (905) 238-2418VancouverPanasonic Canada Inc.
12111 Riverside Way
Richmond, BC   V6W 1K8
Tel: (604) 278-4211
Fax: (604) 278-5627
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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
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 COVERAGEIf 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 peri-
od indicated in the chart below, which starts with the date of original pur-
chase (“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.
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.
CARRY-IN OR MAIL-IN SERVICEFor Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States, call 1-800-211-PANA
(7262) or visit
Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
For assistance in Puerto Rico, call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-
4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONSThis 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, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation,
set-up adjustment, maladjustment of consumer control, improper main-
tenance, 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 techni-
cian 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 applica-
ble, travel to and from the sevicer, and loss of media, data or other mem-
ory 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 con-
sequential 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 deal-
er 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 Record
Model
No.
Serial
No.
Dealer’s
No.
Code
No.
Dealer’s
Address
Date of 
Purchase
CANADA
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3
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)
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONSThis 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 dur-
ing 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 pur-
chase 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 WAR-
RANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES 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 lim-
itation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of
implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be
applicable.
Categories Parts Labor
Audio Components (except items listed below) One (1) Year One (1) Year
MXESeries Audio Components (except items
listed below)Two (2) Years Two (2) Years
Speakers One (1) Year Not Applicable
Accessories (in exchange for defective items) Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable
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							Preparation
The 12-hour system is used for the clock.
1Turn the ignition switch until
the accessory indicator
lights.
2Press [SRC] (PWR: Power).
3Press [DISP] (CLOCK).
4Hold down [DISP] (CLOCK)for more than
2 seconds.
5Adjust the hour.
[[]: sets the hour ahead.
[]]: sets the hour back.
6Press [DISP] (CLOCK).
7Adjust the minute.
[[]: sets the minute ahead.[]]: sets the minute back.
8Press [DISP] (CLOCK).
Notes:¡“AdJ”is displayed before adjusting the clock.¡Hold down[]]or [[]to change numbers rapidly.
Clock Display at Power Off
Press[DISP](Display) to change the display.
Clock Setting
Display off
Clock display
ACCON
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							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.
Cleaning the
Unit Fuse
Anti-Theft System
This unit is equipped with a removable face plate. Removing this face plate makes the unit totally inoperable.
Removing
1Turn off the power.
2Press []. The face plate will open.
3Pull it out toward you.
Mounting
1Slide the left side of the face plate in place.
2Press the right end of the face plate until a
“click” is heard.
Caution
¡This face plate is not waterproof. Do not expose it to
water or excessive moisture.
¡Do not remove the face plate while driving your car.¡Do not place the face plate on the dashboard or nearby
areas where the temperature rises high.
¡Do not touch the contacts on the face plate and the main
unit, since this may result in poor electrical contact.
¡If dirt or other foreign substances get on the contacts,
wipe them off with a clean and dry cloth.
Face Plate Removing/Mounting
(Anti-Theft System)
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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							Safety Information
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 driv-
er 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
12 V DC battery system. Never operate this product with other bat-
tery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery system.
❑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 prod-
uct  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 matter in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or
smells), turn it off immediately and consult your dealer.
❑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 engi-
neer. 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 termi-
nal before installation.
Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminal con-
nected 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 fix-
ing 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 pos-
sible.
❑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 nor-
mal 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-equipped car, con-
firm warnings and cautions of the vehicle manufacturer
before installation.
❑Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or get-
ting in and out of the vehicle.
❑Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuiting.
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.
■Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other compo-
nents 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 prob-
lems 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 mean-
ings 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 instruc-
tions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in
injury or material damage.
Caution
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							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 automo-
biles.
❑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.
Observe the following cautions when installing.
❑Refer wiring and installation to qualified service per-
sonnel.
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 over-
heat 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 AngleThe 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 can be installed. Consult
your dealer for further details.
❑Wear gloves for safety. Make sure that wiring is com-
pleted 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)
The following applies only in the U.S.A.
Part 15 of the FCC RulesFCC Warning:Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the users authority to operate this device.
Caution
THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS ILASER 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.
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							General
General Operations
Power On/Off
Turn your cars ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
Power on: Press [SRC] (PWR: Power).
Power off: Hold down [SRC] (PWR: Power)for
more than 1 second.
Source Selection
Press[SRC](Source) to change the source.
Volume Adjustment
(Setting Range: 0 to 40, Default: 18)
Turn [VOL](Volume).
Mute
ON: Press [MUTE]. (lights.)
OFF: Press [MUTE]again.
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.
Press 
[SQ]to select the sound type as follows:
Note:Settings of SQ, bass and treble are influenced
by one another. If such an influence causes distortion
to the audio signal, readjust bass/treble or volume.
RadioDisc Player
(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 empha-
sizes treble.
[MUTE]
toggles mute on/off.
[VOL] (Volume) (Turn) 
[SRC](Source)
selects a source.
(PWR)(Power)
toggles power on/off.
[D•M](Direct Memory)
tunes into the station memorized in D•M.
(Hold down it for more than 2 seconds to
memorize the current station.)
[SQ](Sound Quality)
selects a sound type (SQ).
lights when mute is on.
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							Audio Setting
Audio menu
1Display the audio menu.
Press[VOL](PUSH SEL: Select).
Note:If no operation takes place for more than 5 seconds
in the audio menu (2 seconds in Main volume adjustment),
the display returns to the regular mode.
2Select a mode to be adjusted.
Press
[VOL](PUSH SEL: Select).
3Adjust.
Turn
[VOL].
(Setting Range: 0 to 40, Default: 18):Up:Down
(Setting Range: –12 dB to +12 dB by 2 dB,
Default: 0 dB):Increased:Decreased
(Setting Range: –12 dB to +12 dB by 2 dB,
Default: 0 dB):Increased:Decreased
(Setting Range: 15 levels each and 0 (center),
Default 0): Right enhanced:Left enhanced
(Setting Range: 15 levels each and 0 (center),
Default 0):Front enhanced:Rear enhanced
Volume
Bass
Treble
Balance
Fader
Note:If the fader is set to front, the pre-amp. output
(rear) is decreased.
[DISP] (Display)
exits from the audio menu.
[VOL]selects a value in the audio menu.(PUSH SEL)(Push to Select)
selects items in the audio menu.
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							Radio (AM/FM )
Operation Flow
1Press [SRC](Source) to select the radio
source.
2Press [BAND]to select a band.
3Select a station.
Frequency adjustment
[TUNE]]: Lower
[TUNE[]: Higher
Note:Hold down either of them for more than 0.5
seconds and release it for station search.
Preset station selection
Press the corresponding preset button from [1]to [6]to
tune into a preset station.
[TUNE ]] [TUNE []down/up the frequency. (Hold down it for
more than 0.5 seconds for seek tuning.)
[BAND]
selects a band in the radio source.(APM) (Auto Preset Memory)
executes APM in the radio source. (Hold
down it for more than 2 seconds)
[DISP] (Display)
switches the information
on the display.
[D•M](Direct Memory)
tunes into the station memorized in D•M.
(Hold down it for more than 2 seconds to
memorize the current station.)
[SRC] (Source)
selects a source.
Preset buttons [1] to [6]
selects a preset station in the radio
source,and presets the current station.
(Hold down it for more than 2 seconds)
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