Panasonic CD Player Weater Band Receiver Cq 5100u Operating Instructions

							Operating Instructions
Heavy Duty CD player/Weather Band Receiver
Model:CQ-5100U
• Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before
using this product and keep this manual for future reference.
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Safety Information
Warning
Observe the following warnings when using
this unit.
❑The driver should not operate the system while
driving.
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 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 battery systems, especially a 24 V DC
battery system.
❑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.
❑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 the shop where you purchased this unit 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
the store where you purchased it.
❑Any NOAA broadcast weather report, including
current and forecasts, may not reflect your actual
weather conditions at your exact time and location.
You should always pay attention to your actual
weather conditions to make safe decisions
accordingly.
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.
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
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 injury or material
damage.
Caution
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Accessories1. Operating Instructions ........................................................................\
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2. Supplied Hardware........................................................................\
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➡ page 24)
3. Product Registration Card ........................................................................\
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4. Customer Care Plan..................................................................................\
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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.
❑Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be
caught in the unit.
To  prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in
moving parts or in the disc slot. Especially watch out for
infants.
❑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.
❑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 engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead
to smoke, fire, and damage to the product.
❑To  ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations
while you are driving.
❑Depending upon the transmission condition of
electro-magnetic waves, the geographical reasons
and/or the weather conditions, you may not receive
the NOAA radio partially or at all.
❑Make sure that your weather radio can receive
properly before driving, especially, before use in a
critical condition.
❑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 the
shop where you purchased it. Panasonic is not liable for any
problems resulting from your own installation of the unit.
❑Follow the instruction to install and wire the
product.
Not following the instructions to properly install and wire
the product could cause an accident or fire.
❑T ake 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.
A void 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 must be
installed. Consult your dealer for further details.
❑W ear 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)
Caution
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A CLASS ILASER.
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 users authority to operate
this device.
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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/support
or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7
pm, EST.
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:
npcparts @panasonic.com
You 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)
Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Panasonic Sales Company
Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial
Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787) 750-4300, Fax (787) 768-2910
S
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users,
TTY: 1-877-833-8855
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users,
TTY: 1-866-605-1277
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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 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.
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
Defective Car Audio Speakers under warranty
must be exchanged at the place of purchase.
Contact your Dealer for details.
Accessories (in exchange for defective items) Ninety (90) Days Not 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 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 damageswhich 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 servicer, 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 warrantors Consumer Affairs
Department at the addresses of the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Customers Record
Model
No.
Serial
No.
Dealers
No.
Code
No.
Dealers
Address
Date of
Purchase
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Contents
Safety Information(Part 15 of the FCC Rules) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Customer Services Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
❒Power and Sound Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Power, volume, mute, display change, AUX, SQ setting, audio modes
(Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader)
❒Clock Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Initial time, time reset
❒Radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Radio mode, band, manual tuning, seek tuning, preset station setting,
preset station calling, Weather Band Stations
❒CD Player  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Disc insert and playback, stop and disc eject, listening to a CD,
CD player mode, display change, track selection, track search,
random play, scan play, repeat play,pause
❒AUX (Auxiliary Input Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Before using the portable audio device, connecting with the portable
audio device, listening to the portable audio device, display change
❒Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Troubleshooting tips, Error Display Messages
❒Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Care of the unit, notes on discs, notes on CD-R/RW
❒Speaker Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
❒Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Installation hardware, overview, required tools, dashboard specifications,
identify all leads, connect all leads, final installation, final checks,
preparation, to remove the unit
❒Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cautions, wiring diagram
❒Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Volume level (0 to 40)
(default:18)
Power
Turn the key in the ignition until the accessory
indicator lights.
Power on:Press [MODE](POWER).
Power off:Hold down [MODE](POWER)for
more than 1 second.
ACC
ON
Volume
Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume,
and counterclockwise to decrease volume.
Up
Down
Power and Sound Controls
Mute
Press [MUTE]to mute the sound completely.
Press [MUTE]again to cancel.
Display Change
Press [DISP](display) to switch to the clock
display.
When the power is off:
No display Clock display
Note:“Adj” is displayed when the clock is not
adjusted (
➡page 10)
AUX (AUX IN)
From line output of external sound/audio
device (ex. Silicon-audio player, HDD player,
etc.) (
➡page 16)
Caution
Set the volume level to
low enough before the
AUX connection is
completed.
lights
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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.
Hold down 
[SQ]for more than 2 seconds to select the sound type as follows:
Power and Sound Controls (Continued)
(FLAT) flat frequency response:
does not emphasize any part. (default)
Note:Settings of SQ, bass and treble are influenced one another. If such an influence causes distortion to the
audio signal, readjust bass/treble or volume.(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 emphasizes treble.
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Audio Modes 
(Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader)
Push [VOLUME] (PUSH SEL)to select the audio
mode.
Regular ModeVolumeBass
FaderBalanceTreble
Note:If no operation takes place for more than 5
seconds in audio mode (2 seconds in
volume mode), the display returns to the
regular mode.
push
w qTu r n  [VOLUME]clockwise or counterclockwise to
change each level.
Bass:
Adjustable range: –12 to +12 dB (by 2 dB step)
R (right speaker) or L (left speaker)default : 0 dB
Volume:
Adjustable range: 0 to 40default : 18
Treble:
Adjustable range: –12 to +12 dB (by 2 dB step)default : 0 dB
default : 0 [CNT (center)]
default : 0 [CNT (center)]
Balance:
Adjustable range:
0 to 15 (by 1 step)
F (front speaker) or R (rear speaker)Fader:
Adjustable range:
0 to 15 (by 1 step)
turn
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Clock Adjustment
The 12-hour system is used for the clock.
Selecting the Clock Display
Press [DISP](CLOCK) to change the display.
[{TUNE],[}TUNE]
(Hours, Minutes)Initial Time
Time Reset
Hold down [DISP](CLOCK) for more than 2
seconds to active the time setting mode to reset the
time. Then, repeat steps 
eto y.
Note:Hold down [{]or [}]to change numbers
rapidly.
qPress [DISP](CLOCK).
“Adj” is displayed when the clock is not adjusted.
wHold down [DISP](CLOCK) for more than 2 seconds.
(Hour blinks)
eAdjust the hour.
(Hour set)
Press 
[}]: sets the hour ahead.
Press 
[{]: sets the hour back.
rPress [DISP](CLOCK).
(Minute blinks)
tAdjust the minute.
(Minute set)
Press 
[}]: sets the minute ahead.
Press 
[{]: sets the minute back.
yPress [DISP](CLOCK).
(Completed)
Radio mode display (default)
Clock display
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