Panasonic Cd Player Weather Band ReceiverCq 5301u Operating Instructions

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Heavy Duty CD player/Weather Band Receiver
CQ-5301U
•Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and keep this manual for future reference.
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Warning
Observe the following warnings when handling
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.
❑Keep batteries out of reach of infants.Batteries can be ingested, so keep them out of the reach of
infants. If an infant ingests a battery, please seek immediate
medical attention.
❑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.
❑The remote control unit should not lie about in the
car.
If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the floorwhile driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, and lead to
a traffic accident.
Observe the following warnings when
installation.
❑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.
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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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
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
Laser products:Wave length: 790 nm
Laser power: No hazardous radiation is emitted with
safety protection.
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.
Caution
Observe the following cautions when handling
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.
Observe the following cautions when
installation.
❑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.
❑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 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.
Accessories1. Operating Instructions ..................................................................................................1
2. Supplied Hardware.............................................................................1 set (
➡ page 21)
3. Warranty Card ...............................................................................................................1 
						

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Contents
Safety Information(Part 15 of the FCC Rules) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
❒Power and Sound Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Power, volume, mute, display change, audio mode
(Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader)
❒Clock Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Initial time, time reset
❒Radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Radio mode, band, manual tuning, seek tuning, preset station setting,
preset station calling, display change
❒CD Player  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Disc insert and playback, stop and disc eject, listening to a CD,
CD player mode, display change, track selection, track search,
direct track selection, random play, scan play, repeat play,pause
❒Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting tips, where to get service help
❒Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Care of the unit, notes on discs, notes on CD-Rs/RWs
❒Speaker Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
❒Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Installation hardware, overview, required tools dashboard specifications,
identify all leads, connect all leads, final installation, final checks,
preparation, to remove the unit
❒Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Cautions, wiring diagram
❒Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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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. 
						

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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.
Press 
[SQ]for more than 1 second 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 [SEL]to select the audio mode.
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  [VOL](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
Treble:
Adjustable range: –12 to +12 dB (by 2 dB step)default : 0 dB
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) 
						

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Clock Setting
The 12-hour system is used for the clock.
Selecting the Clock Display
Press [DISP]to change the display.
[{TUNE],[}TUNE]
(Hours, Minutes)Time Setting
Time Reset
When you want to reset the time, repeat
steps 
qto r.
Note:• the current time will be displayed at
all the time even the power of the
radio is turned off.
• Adj is displayed before adjusting
the clock.
• Hold  down 
[{]or [}]to change
numbers rapidly.
qPress [MODE](POWER).
wPress [DISP](CLOCK).
eHold down [DISP](CLOCK) for more than 2 seconds.
rAdjust the hour.
Press 
[}]: sets the hour ahead.
Press 
[{]: sets the hour back.
tPress [DISP](CLOCK).
yAdjust the minute.
Press 
[}]: sets the hour ahead.
Press 
[{]: sets the hour back.
uPress [DISP](CLOCK).
Radio mode display (default)
Clock display 
						

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Radio
Radio Mode
Press [MODE]to change to the radio mode.
Band
Press [BAND]to change the band.
Seek Tuning
Press and hold for more than 0.5 seconds and release it.
[}TUNE]: Higher frequency
[{TUNE]: Lower frequency
Tuning will automatically stop when the next broadcast
station is received.FM stereo indicator, lights while receiving an FM stereo signal.
w
Manual Tuning
[}TUNE]: Higher frequency
[{TUNE]: Lower frequency
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( When CD disc loaded)
RadioaCD Player
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FM1FM2
AM162
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Radio (Continued)
Preset buttons from [1]to [6]
Preset Station Setting
Up to 6 stations can be saved in each of the FM1, FM2
and AM preset station memories.
Note:Existing saved stations are overwritten with new
stations after following this procedure.
Caution:To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations
while you are driving.blinks once
Band
Press [BAND](APM)to select a desired band. 
(
➡page 9)
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.
• To stop scanning, press one of the buttons from  
[1] to [6] .
Manual Preset Memory
qUse manual or seek tuning to find a station. (➡page 9)
wPress and hold one of the preset buttons from [1]to [6]
until the display blinks once.
Preset Station Calling
Press the corresponding preset button from [1]
to [6]to tune in a preset station.
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