Panasonic Dvd Player Receiver Cq D5501u Operating Instructions

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DVD Player/Receiver with CD Changer Control
Lecteur DVD/récepteur avec contrôle de changeur CD 
Reproductor de discos DVD/receptor con control de cambiador de discos CD
CQ-D5501U
¡Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before using this product
and keep this manual for future reference.
¡Prière de lire attentivement ces instructions (y compris la “Garantie limitée” et le “Répertoire des services à la clientèle”) avant d’u-
tiliser ce produit et conserver ce mode d’emploi pour s’y référer ultérieurement.
¡Lea con atención estas instrucciones antes de utilizar el producto y guarde este manual para poderlo consultar en el futuro.
YEFM285697A     NT0105-2055          Printed in China
Imprimé en Chine
Impreso en China Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.comPanasonic Sales Company,
Division of Panasonic Puerto
Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
http://www.panasonic.comPanasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive,
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
http://www.panasonic.ca
CQ-D5501U®
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Manual de InstruccionesOperating Instructions
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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 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 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 prod-
uct with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery
system.❑
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.❑
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, con-
sult 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 objects in it, is exposed to
water, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and
consult your dealer.❑
The remote control unit should not lie about in the
car.If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the floor
while driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, and lead to
a traffic accident.❑
Refer fuse replacement to qualified service person-
nel.When the fuse blows 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 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 installa-
tion, 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, gaso-
line tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open the hole
from outside if possible.❑Never install the product in a location where it inter-
feres 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 circuit-
ing.
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 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 exces-
sive 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
personnel.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 prod-
uct.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 sup-
plied 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 can be installed.
Consult your dealer for further details.❑
Wear 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 complet-
ed.
❑
Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of
speaker leads. (except for connecting to a tweeter)Observe the following cautions when handling
the battery for the remote control unit.●Use only specified battery (CR2025).●Match the polarity of the battery with the (+) and (–) marks
in the battery case.●Replace dead battery as soon as possible.●Remove the battery from the remote control unit when not
using it for an extended period of time.●Insulate the battery (by placing them in a plastic bag or cov-
ering them with vinyl tape) before disposal or storage. ●Dispose of the battery according to the local regulations.●Do not disassemble, recharge, heat or short the battery. Do
not throw a battery into a fire or water.In case of battery leakage●Thoroughly wipe the battery liquid off the battery case and
insert new battery.●If any part of your body or clothing comes into contact with
battery liquid, wash it with plenty of water.●If battery liquid comes into contact with your eyes, wash
them with plenty of water and get immediate medical atten-
tion.
This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-
ence 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 com-
ponents of your car audio system carefully before using the
system. They contain instructions about how to use the sys-
tem 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 pres-
ence of important operating instructions and
installation instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in injury or material dam-
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Safety Information 
(continued)
Caution
THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I
LASER 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.
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.
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.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.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-
8855Accessory 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:
[email protected]
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)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-
1277Service 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
CANADAWARRANTY SERVICEFor product operation and information assistance, please contact
your Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at:
Telephone #: (905) 624-5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360
Web: www.panasonic.ca
For product repairs, please contact one of the following:

KYour Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre
nearest you.

KOur Customer Care Centre at (905) 624-5505 or 
www.panasonic.ca

KA Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:
Lachine, Quebec
Panasonic Canada Inc.
3075, rue Louis A. Amos
Lachine, QC H8T 1C4
Tel: (514) 633-8684
Fax: (514) 633-8020 Mississauga, Ontario
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Dr.
Mississauga, ON L4W 2T3
Tel: (905) 624-8447
Fax: (905) 238-2418Calgary, Alberta
Panasonic Canada Inc.
6835-8
thSt. N. E. Calgary,
AB T2E 7H7
Tel: (403) 295-3955
Fax: (403) 274-5493 Richmond, British
Columbia
Panasonic Canada Inc.
12111 Riverside Way
Richmond, BC V6W 1K8
Tel: (604) 278-4211
Fax: (604) 278-5627
Customer Services Directory
For your safety, this system is designed not to see the moving
picture while you are driving.When connecting this unit to the front monitor (on-
dash/in-dash):¡Park your car in a safe place and use the parking brake lever
before seeing the moving picture.
¡For your safety, you must ensure that the connection of the
parking brake lead is correct. (aPage 50)
   Warning
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Limited WarrantyU.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 00985PANASONIC AUTO PRODUCTS 
LIMITED WARRANTYLIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE
If your product does not work properly because of defects in materials and
workmanship.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (col-
lectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicat-
ed in the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warran-
ty 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 bat-
teries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to prod-
ucts 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 SERVICE
For 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 EXCLUSIONS
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials and work-
manship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.
The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred during ship-
ment, failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor,
failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, mis-
application, 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 cen-
ters, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. 
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMIT-
ED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCI-
DENTAL 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 ser-
vicer, and loss of media, data or other memory contents. The items listed are
not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMIT-
ED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
quential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so theexclusions 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
warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses of the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WAR-
RANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Customer’s Record
Model
No.
SerialNo.
Dealer’sNo.
CodeNo.
Dealer’sAddress
Date of PurchaseCANADAPanasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTYPanasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in materi-
als 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 EXCLUSIONS
This 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 during 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 purchase
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 WARRANTIES
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 limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties,
so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the origi-
nal carton.
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of the date of original purchase.
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
Power
Connector(YEAJ012851)
Qty: 1
Mounting
Collar(YEFX0217263)
Qty: 1
Owners
Information
Card
Note:
¡The number in parentheses underneath each accessory part name is the part number for maintenance and service.
¡Accessories and their parts numbers are subject to modification without prior notice due to improvements.
¡Trim Plate and Mounting Collar are mounted on the main unit at shipment.
Removable
Face Plate
Case(YEFA131839)
Qty: 1
CAR AV1
324
657
980
MUTEENTER
PAUSE PLAY STOP
SRC
RETPOWERSOURCE
TRACK RANDOM RETURN TITLE
 TRACK / SEARCHMENUAUDIO ANGLE
GRP SCAN
DRCSUBTITLE
REPEATTITLE / CHAPTER
SEL
OSDVOL
Remote
Control Unit(YEFX9995584)
Qty: 1
Accessories
Instruction kit
Qty: 1 setXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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Operating 
Instructions(YEFM285697)Battery(CR2025)
Qty: 1
Trim Plate(YEFC05652)
Qty: 1
RCA Cord(YEAJ071740)
Qty: 1
Lock Cancel
Plate
Qty: 2 
Mounting
Bolt
Qty: 1 
Rubber
Bushing
Qty: 1 
Installation kit 
(YEP0FZ5724)
Clip
Connector
Qty: 1 
						

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FeaturesContents■DVD video, Video CD PlaybackYou can enjoy watching DVDs and VCDs if the optional
monitor (CY-VH9300U or CY-V7100U) is connected.
(DVD/VCD Player aPage 28)■MP3 Playback from CD-R/RW(MP3 Player aPage 24)
*This unit is not compatible with WMA file.■DVD-R, DVD-RW Playback(aPage 10, 47 for details)■Fully Motorized Face PlateA touch is all it takes to slide the face plate down for access
to the disc slot. A three-stage tilt function permits viewing
angle to be adjusted to 15, 25 or 35 degrees for optimum
display visibility.■XM Satellite Radio You can connect the optional XM receiver (XMD1000) with
optional digital Adapter (XMDPAN100). For details, refer to
the operating instructions for the XM receiver. (XM Satellite
Radio aPage 20)
¡Toll free number
XM Tuner   P/N: XMD1000
Call 1-800-XM-RADIO(96-72346)
Extension cord   P/N: XMDPAN100
Call 1-800-942-TERK(8375)
About XMThe direct satellite-to-receiver broadcasting technology is used to
provide listeners with crystal clear sound smoothly from coast to
coast. XM is over 130 channels of sheer variety: digital-quality
music, news, sports, comedy, traffic & weather, talk, children’s
programs, and more. 
The XM name and related logos are
trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc.
■CD Changer You can connect the optional Panasonic CD changer unit
(CX-DP880). For details, refer to the operating instructions
for the CD changer unit.Note: 
¡This unit does not support a DVD changer due to shortage
of displayable digit number or other causes.■Digital Audio Output Digital audio output terminal for upgrading to Dolby Digital
and dts surround [Requires separately sold optical cable
(CA-LRD60) and digital surround processor (CY-
AC300EX)].■SQ (Sound Quality)You have 6 preset modes (FLAT, ROCK, POP, VOCAL,
JAZZ, CLUB). You can customize your setting for these
(except FLAT) and save them for instant recall.SQ3 (3-Band Sound Quality)Center frequency and level are adjustable in each of 3
bands. This lets you fine-tune sound quality for each genre
to suit car-interior acoustics and your personal prefer-
ences. (aPage 34)
Option
Option
CommonSafety Information .............................................. 2
Customer Services Directory ..............................5
Limited Warranty  .................................................6
Accessories ........................................................ 7
Features   ............................................................. 8
Contents  ............................................................. 8
System Upgrade   ................................................ 9
Discs that can be Played Back   ...................... 10
Preparation (Battery Replacement, Cancellation  of
demonstration, TV Type setting, Clock Setting)...........11
General (Main Unit) ........................................... 12
General (Remote Control Unit) ........................ 16Each sourceRadio ................................................................. 18
XM Satellite Radio  ............................................ 20
Before Disc Playback ....................................... 22
CD Player  .......................................................... 23
MP3 Player  ........................................................ 24Notes on MP3  ................................................... 26
DVD/VCD Player  ............................................... 28
OSD (On-Screen Display)  ................................ 31
CD Changer Control ......................................... 32
As neededAudio Settings  .................................................. 34
Function Settings (Spectrum Analyzer Display Patterns,
Mute/Attenuation, Security Function)........................ 38
User Settings (TV Type, etc.)............................... 40
Language Code List  ......................................... 44
Definition of Terms  .......................................... 45
Anti-Theft System  ............................................ 46
Fuse ................................................................... 47
Maintenance ..................................................... 47
Notes on Discs  ................................................. 47
Installation ........................................................ 48
Wiring ................................................................ 50
Troubleshooting ............................................... 56
Specifications ................................................... 63
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❑Basic System
Just connecting a monitor display and CD Changer with
this unit.
❑Optional system (Example)
This unit can be combined with other components like
shown below. For more details, refer to the operating
instructions for the connected devices.
Preparation:
¡The video signal setting of this unit  (“TV Type” aPage
42) should be the same as the input signal setting
(NTSC/PAL) of the monitor to be connected. Otherwise,
pictures appear incorrectly.
❑5.1-channel Surround System
This unit has an optical digital output. To connect the
optional digital surround processor (CY-AC300EX) with
this unit, you can build the 5.1-channels surround sys-
tem in order to play DVD software in a way that creates
“You are here” feel in a car.
Power amplifier
Surround Speakers: 
CJ-DA6920U
Subwoofer: 
CJ-HD303UCQ-D5501UOver Head Monitor: 
CY-VH9300U
Digital Surround
Processor:
CY-AC300EX
Center Speaker:
EAB-CF2
Front Speakers: 
CJ-DA1600U
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Note:
¡A CD changer, an XM receiver and AUX cannot be
connected at the same time. 
						

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Preparation 
Warning
¡Keep batteries away from children to avoid the risk of
accidents. If an infant ingests a battery, please seek
immediate medical attention.
Caution
¡Remove and dispose of an old battery immediately.
¡Do not disassemble, heat or short a battery. Do not
throw a battery into a fire or water.
¡Follow local regulations when disposing of a battery.
¡Improper use of a battery may cause overheating, an
explosion or ignition, resulting in injury or a fire.
Note:
¡Battery Information:
Battery Type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025)
Battery Life: Approximately 6 months under normal use
(at room temperature)
Remote Control Unit
Battery ReplacementThe demonstration message appears for initial
use.
qSet your car’s ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. 
The demonstration screen appears.
wPress [DISP].
The demonstration screen is canceled, and no more
appears.
Note:
¡If you would like to turn on the power and make the
demonstration message appear, press and hold [SRC]
(PWR)for more than 4 seconds.
Main Unit
The 12-hour system is used for the clock. 
qPress [SRC] (PWR)to turn on the power.
wPress [DISP].
Clock display
ePress and hold [DISP]for more than 2 seconds.
Hour blinks
rAdjust the hour.
[[]: put forward hour.
[]]: put back hour.
Hour entered
tPress [DISP].
Minute blinks
yAdjust the minute.
[[]: put forward minute.
[]]: put back minute.
Minute entered
uPress [DISP].
Completed
Note:
¡“ADJUST” is displayed before adjusting the clock.
¡Press and hold [[]or []]to change numbers rapidly.
Cancellation of demonstration Clock Setting[SRC] 
(PWR: Power)
qw
qRemove the battery holder with
the remote control unit placed
on a flat surface.
qStick your thumbnail into
the groove, and push the
holder in the direction of the
arrow at the same time.
wPull it out in the direction of
the arrow using a tough
pointed object.
w
e
wPut a battery in the case with
(+)-side facing up.
ePut the case back.Tough pointed object
Back side
Discs that can be Played Back
❒
Symbols used on jackets(Examples of such symbols include)
¡
: Number of subtitle languages
¡
: Number of audio tracks
¡
: Number of angles
The numbers indicate the number of languages,
tracks, angles, etc., recorded on the disc.
Screen size (H:V aspect ratio)
¡
: 4:3 standard size
¡
: Letterbox (aPage 43, 45)
¡ 
16:9 wide size
: Playback in letterbox format on a stan-
dard screen (4:3).
: Playback in (pan and scan)
(aPage 43, 45) format on a standard
screen (4:3).
Note:¡The size of the image that is displayed on the screen
depends on the screen mode (“TV Display” 
a
Page
42), and on the screen size for the content on the disc.
❒
Region Management Information
This product is designed and manufactured to
respond to the Region Management Information that
is recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region number
described on the DVD disc does not correspond to the
Region number of this product, this product does not
play the disc.
The Region number for this product is “1” or “ALL”.
PAN & SCAN
PS 16:
9LB 16:
9LB4:
33221
ALL
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Example:
❒Notes on DVD-Rs/RWs¡Only video formatted discs are playable. Discs in the
video recording (VR) format are unplayable.¡Unfinalized discs are unplayable.¡Some discs are unplayable depending on the disc itself,
device, drive and software that are used for disc record-
ing.❒Discs not supportedThe following discs are not played back on this prod-
uct.¡DVD-Audio
¡DVD-ROM
¡DVD-RAM
¡DVD+R
¡DVD+RW
¡SVCD
¡VSD
¡CVD
¡CD-G
¡CD-ROM (except MP3)
¡CD-RW (except MP3 and CD-DA)¡CD-R (except MP3 and CD-DA)¡SACD
¡Photo CD
¡CDV
¡Hybrid SACD (except CD-DA)¡Divx Video Discs¡CD-EXTRA (audio-only playback possible)¡DVDs with a region number other than “1” or “ALL”¡Playing back a photo CD disc with this unit could
damage the data that is recorded on the disc.*CD-DA : A general music CD format.
Note: 
¡About CD-Rs and CD-RWs, refer to “Notes on CD-
Rs/RWs, DVD-Rs/RWs”. (aPage 47)
¡Some copy-protected music CDs are not playable.
¡Even if you play a dts DVD or a dts CD, analog sound can-
not be reproduced. (Only digital output comes out)LPCM (CD-DA*), 
MP3❒
Disc Type
TEXT
RecordableReWritable
DISC DVDVCD 
(Video CD)CD CD-R/RW
Mark/logo
Disc Size12 cm {5
”} / 8 cm {3
”}
Video
Format
NTSC / PAL
Audio
FormatLPCM,
MPEG1,
MPEG2,
Dolby
DigitalLPCM (CD-
DA*),
MPEG1Region No.
1, ALL
TV Type settingRefer to “Optional system (Example)” (aPage 9) and “TV
Type” (aPage 42).
[DISP] (Display)
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SourcePress [SRC]
to change the source.
Radio
CD Player
MP3 Player
DVD/VCD Player (VCD disc)
DVD/VCD Player (DVD disc)
XM Satellite Radio
CD Changer Control
AUX
Note:
¡AUX cannot be used when the CD changer or XM receiv-
er is connected to the DIN connector.
SQ (Sound Quality)You have 6 preset modes (FLAT, ROCK, POP, VOCAL,
JAZZ, CLUB). You can customize your setting for these
(except SQ-FLAT) and save them for instant recall.
SQ3 (3-Band Sound Quality)
Center frequency and level are adjustable in each of 3
bands. This lets you fine-tune sound quality for each genre
to suit car-interior acoustics and your personal prefer-
ences. (aPage 34)
Press [SQ]to select the sound type as follows:
(Default)
(FLAT) flat frequency response:
does not emphasize any part.
(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.
(JAZZ) jazz-specific deep sound:
sound with emphasis on sharpness of
high-hat and echo of saxophone.
(CLUB) club and disco-specific sound:
reproduction of realism being in a
club.
Press [DISP]to return to the regular mode.
Note:
¡After pressing [SQ]on the main unit, you can also
select a sound type by pressing the preset buttons [1]
to [6].
(Sound source connecting to
the AUX input terminal
)
(When an optional CD
changer is connected 
a
Page 32)(When the optional XM
receiver is connected 
a
Page 20)(When an DVD data disc is
in the player 
aPage 28)(When an VCD data disc is
in the player 
aPage 28)(When an MP3 data disc is
in the player 
aPage 24)(
aPage 23)(
aPage 18)
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General (Main Unit)
[SQ] (Sound Quality)
[DISP] (Display)
[MUTE] (Mute/attenuation) [SRC: Source] (PWR: Power)
Remote control sensor (aPage 16)
[VOLUME]
Preset number Spectrum analyzer (aPage 38)
(SQ3) indicator
CD Player mode display (aPage 23)
Preset Buttons [1] to [6]
PowerSet your cars ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
ON: Press [SRC] (PWR).
OFF: Press and hold [SRC] (PWR)until you hear a
beep (approximately 1 second), then release it.
Note:
¡When the ignition switch is set to ON, the face plate is
tilted to secure their former positions.
¡If you turn the key to the ACC OFF position during the
security function is active, the security message
appears with a warning alarm. (Default: SLED ON) 
(aPage 38 about Security Function setting)
VolumeNote: 
¡The volume level can be set independently for each
source. (For radio, one volume setting for AM, one vol-
ume setting for all FMs)Mute/Attenuation  ON :Press [MUTE].
OFF :Press [MUTE] again.
You can select mute or attenuation. (aPage 38)
indicator
Up
Down
OROR
OR
OR
Default: 18
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(continued)
Open the Face PlatePress [
u] (OPEN).
Note:
¡The face plate automatically closes after a warning alarm
sounds if no operation is performed for approximately
20 seconds.
¡When a disc is already loaded ( lights), the disc
will be ejected after the face plate fully opens.
(Disc Eject aPage 22)
Close the Face PlatePress [
u] (OPEN).
Face Plate Angle (Tilt)Press and hold[
u] (TILT)until you hear a beep (approxi-
mately 1 second) from the speaker output, then release it. 
Set the face plate to the position at which it is easy to read
what is on the display. Each time the above operation is
repeated, the face plate angle changes in the sequence
shown below.
Note:
¡The positions specified at “Face Plate Angle (Tilt)” are
memorized even after the following operations.
¡Open/close
¡ACC on/off
TILT 1
TILT 2
TILT 3
OPENTILT OFF
Clock Display (at Power off)When the power of the unit is set to OFF, press [DISP].
(Clock time) (Default)
(Display off)
When the power is set to ON, refer to the description for
each source mode.
[DISP][
u: Eject] 
(TILT/OPEN)
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General (Remote Control Unit)❑ General
CAR AV
1
3
2
4
6
5
7
9
80
MUTEENTER
PAUSE PLAY STOP
SRC
RETPOWERSOURCE
TRACK RANDOM RETURN TITLE
 TRACK / SEARCH
MENUAUDIO ANGLE
GRP SCAN
DRC
SUBTITLE
REPEATTITLE / CHAPTER
SEL
OSDVOL
[0]to [9]
¡Sets the language
code. [MENU]
¡Shows the menu
screen.  [SRC]
¡Toggles power on/off.
¡Selects a source.
[OSD] (On-Screen Display)
¡Displays information about
each source on the screen.[}] [{] 
¡Selects (vertically)
or adjusts an
operation or item.
[]] [[]
¡Selects (horizontally)
or adjusts an opera-
tion or item.
[ENTER]
¡Determines an opera-
tion or item.
[VOL]
¡Adjusts the sound
volume.
[}]
[{] []][[]
[ENTER]
❑ Discs (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3)
CAR AV
1
3
2
4
6
5
7
9
80
MUTEENTER
PAUSE PLAY STOP
SRC
RETPOWERSOURCE
TRACK RANDOM RETURN TITLE
 TRACK / SEARCH
MENUAUDIO ANGLE
GRP SCAN
DRC
SUBTITLE
REPEATTITLE / CHAPTER
SEL
OSDVOL
[
■](STOP) 
¡Stops playback.
[
❚❚](PAUSE) 
¡Pause.
[
❚❚]
¡Frame to Frame Play.
[B](PLAY) 
¡Playback.[
s] [
d]
¡Goes to the beginning.
¡Chapter/track selection.
¡Fast forward/fast reverse.
[
s] [
d]
¡Goes to the beginning. 
¡File selection. 
[
d] 
¡Slow playback.[RET](RETURN) 
¡Return to the previous display.
¡Input the number again.
¡Displays the video CD’s menu.
[MENU](TITLE) 
¡Displays the DVD menu. (Operations
vary according to the disc.) 
¡Displays the Title menu. (Operations
vary according to the disc.) 
DVDDVDDVD
VCD
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
DVD
VCD
CD
MP3MP3MP3DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
[GRP] (Group)(TRACK) (TITLE/CHAPTER) 
¡Direct title/chapter selection.
¡Direct track selection.
¡Direct folder/file selection.
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
[}] [{] []] [[] 
¡Selects an operation or item.
[ENTER] 
¡Determines an operation or item.
[}] [{] 
¡Selects a folder.
¡Folder up/down. DVD
VCD
CD
MP3MP3MP3DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
DVDDVDDVD
VCD
[
0]to [
9] 
¡Selects an item on the menu. 
[
0]to [
9]
¡Direct title/chapter selection.
¡Direct track selection.
¡Direct folder/file selection.[1](SUBTITLE) 
¡Switches the subtitle language. 
[2] (AUDIO) 
¡Switches the audio language. 
[2] (AUDIO) 
¡Switches between stereo and
monaural sound.
[3] (ANGLE) 
¡Switches the angle.[4](RANDOM) 
¡Random play.
[5](SCAN) 
¡Scan play.
[6](REPEAT) 
¡Repeat play.
[0](DRC)
¡Selects a range of dynamic range
compression.
DVDDVDDVD
VCDDVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
DVD
VCD
CDCDCD
DVD
VCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
DVDDVDDVD
VCD
DVD
VCDVCDVCDDVDDVDDVD
VCD
DVDDVDDVD
VCD
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
CDCDCD
MP3MP3MP3
DVDDVDDVD
VCDVCDVCD
[MUTE]
¡Mutes the sound temporarily.
In this manual, the pictographs shown below are used to indicate compatible types of discs and operating units.Discs: DVD Video : VCD (Video CD)
: CD : CD-R/RW’s containing MP3 files
DVD
VCD
CD
MP3MP3MP3
DVD
VCD
CDCDCD
MP3
DVD
VCDVCDVCD
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Radio ModePress [SRC]to select the radio mode.
w
BandPress [BAND].
e
Tuning[[]: Higher frequency
[]]: Lower frequency
Press and hold [[]or []]for more than 0.5
seconds, then release it. Seeking will start.
Display ChangePress [DISP]to change the display as follows.
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Auto Preset Memory (APM)With this operation, stations with good receiving condi-
tions can be automatically stored in the preset memory.
qSelect a band. (aPrevious page)
wPress and hold [BAND] (APM)for more than 2 sec-
onds.
6 stations with first to 6th highest in signal strength will
be preset to each band.
Once set, the preset stations are sequentially scanned
for 5 seconds each. (scanning)
Note:
¡To stop scanning, press one of the buttons from [1]to
[6].
Manual Preset MemoryWith this operation, a station can be manually stored in the
preset memory.
qSelect a band and frequency. (aPrevious page)
wPress and hold one of the preset buttons from [1]to [6]
until the display blinks once.
Preset number
18
Preset Station Calling
qSelect a band. (aPrevious page)
wPress one of the preset buttons from [1]to [6].
Radio
[SRC: Source]
[BAND] 
(APM: Auto Preset Memory)
Preset Buttons [1] to [6]
(Preset station)
[]][[]
(TUNE)
(Stereo) indicator
Band Frequency
Clock Time FrequencyDisplay Off[DISP] (Display)
Station Preset
Up to 6 stations can be stored in each of the FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM band selections.Note:
¡New stations overwrite existing saved stations after these procedures.
Warning
¡To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations while you are driving.
Preset number