Panasonic Lcd Monitor Tv Dvd Sd Receiver Cq Vd7700 Operating Instructions

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Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Matsushita
Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, 
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.comPanasonic Sales Company.
Division of Matsushita Electric of 
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
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¡Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and keep this manual for future reference.
¡Prière de lire ces instructions attentivement avant d’utiliser le produit et garder ce manuel pour l’utilisation ultérieure.
¡Lea con atención estas instrucciones antes de utilizar el producto y guarde este manual para poderlo consultar en el futuro.CQ-VD7700U
CQ-VD7500U
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In-Dash 7” Widescreen Color LCD Monitor TV/DVD/SD Receiver
Moniteur/télé couleur de tableau de bord à ÉCL de 7 po (grand-
écran)/récepteur/lecteur DVD/SD
Reproductor de DVD con receptor SD y monitor LCD de TV en color de pantalla
ancha de 7 pulgadas para el tablero de instrumentos
CQ-VD7700U/VD7500U
Operating Instructions
Manuel d’instructions
Manual de Instrucciones 
						

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Safety Information
Consignes de sécuritéIl est recommandé de noter, dans l’espace prévu ci-dessous, les numéros de modèle et de série inscrits soit à l’ar-
rière soit sous le fond de l’appareil, et de conserver ce manuel comme mémorandum de l’achat afin de permettre
l’identification de l’appareil en cas de vol.NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE
CQ-VD7700U/VD7500U
NUMÉRO DE SÉRIEDATE DE L’ACHAT
VENDEUR
Find the model number and serial number on either the back or bottom of the unit. Please record them in the
space below and retain this booklet as a permanent record of your purchase to help with identification in case of
theft.MODEL NUMBER
CQ-VD7700U/VD7500U
SERIAL NUMBERDATE PURCHASEDFROMCAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A CLASS I
LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFOR-
MANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR-
SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSON-
NEL.
CAUTION:• PLEASE FOLLOW THE LAWS AND REGULATIONS
OF YOUR STATE, PROVINCE OR COUNTRY FOR
INSTALLATION OF THE UNIT.• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN, SPLASHING, DRIPPING
OR MOISTURE.
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.
WARNING
NOTICE:
This product has a fluorescent lamp that con-
tains a small amount of mercury. It also con-
tains lead in some components. Disposal of
these materials may be regulated in your
community due to environmental considera-
tions. For disposal or recycling information
please contact your local authorities, or the
Electronics Industries Alliance:
 
• TO REDUCE THE RISK FOR FIRE OR ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK AND ANNOYING INTERFER-
ENCE, USE ONLY THE INCLUDED COMPO-
NENTS.
• This unit operates with a 12 V DC negative
ground auto battery system only. Do not
attempt to use it any other system.
• Do not expose unit to direct sunlight or
excessive heat.
• Keep out the SD-Card and batteries of reach
of children.
If swallowed, seek medical advice immedi-
ately.ATTENTION!
CET APPAREIL EST UN PRODUIT LASER DE LA
CLASSE I
.
L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU RÉGLAGES OU
L’EXÉCUTION D’OPÉRATIONS AUTRES QUE CELLES
QUI SONT INDIQUÉES DANS CE DOCUMENT 
PEUVENT RÉSULTER EN UNE EXPOSITION À UN 
RAYONNEMENT DANGEREUX.
N’OUVREZ PAS LES COUVERCLES ET N’ESSAYEZ
PAS D’EFFECTUER VOUS-MÊME DES RÉPARATIONS.
ADRESSEZ-VOUS À UN PERSONNEL QUALIFIÉ POUR
TOUTE RÉPARATION.ATTENTION:• OBSERVEZ LES LOIS ET RÈGLEMENTS DE VOTRE
PROVINCE OU PAYS POUR L’INSTALLATION DE
L’APPAREIL.• AFIN DE LIMITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU
D’ÉLECTROCUTION OU ENCORE D’ENDOMMAGE-
MENT DE L’APPAREIL, N’EXPOSEZ PAS CET
APPAREIL À LA PLUIE, AUX ÉCLABOUSSURES
D’EAU OU À L’HUMIDITÉ.
MISE EN GARDE
•AFIN DE PRÉVENIR TOUT RISQUE D’IN-
CENDIE OU D’INTERFÉRENCES, UTILISER
UNIQUEMENT LES COMPOSANTS FOURNIS.
•Cet appareil ne peut fonctionner que sur
une batterie de 12 V c.c. avec négatif à la
masse. Ne tentez pas de l’utiliser avec une
autre source d’alimentation. Cela pourrait
causer de graves dommages.
•N’exposez pas l’unité à la lumière du soleil
directe ou chaleur excessive.
• Gardez les cartes SD et les piles hors de
portée des enfants.
Si elle a été avalée, faites immédiatement
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Busque el número del modelo y el número de serie ya sea en la parte trasera o en el fondo de la unidad. Sírvase
anotar dichos números en el espacio siguiente, y mantenga este librete como una anotación permanente de su
compra para ayudar en la identificación en el caso de robo.NÚMERO DEL MODELO
CQ-VD7700U/VD7500U
NÚMERO DE SERIEFECHA DE COMPRANOMBRE DE LA TIENDA
When Car WashingDo not expose the product, including the speakers and discs, to water or excessive moisture. This could cause electrical
shorts, fire, or other damage.When ParkedParking in direct sunlight can produce very high temperatures inside your car. Give the interior a chance to cool down
before switching the unit on.Use the Proper Power SupplyThis product is designed to operate with a 12 V DC, negative ground battery system (the normal system in a North
American car.)Disc MechanismDo not insert coins or any small objects. Keep screwdrivers and other metallic objects away from the disc mechanism and
disc.Protect the SoftwareWhen you leave the car, be sure to eject the disc and SD-card from this unit and remove them from the vehicle.Use Authorized ServicentersDo not attempt to disassemble or adjust this precision product. Please refer to the Servicenter list included with this prod-
uct for service assistance.For InstallationThe 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.Use This Product SafelyWARNING:
TO AVOID RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR POSSIBLE VIOLATION OF LAWS, DO NOT USE WHERE
VISIBLE TO DRIVER FOR ANY PURPOSE OTHER THAN NAVIGATION OR USE WITH REAR VIEW
CAMERA.When Driving
¡The driver must not operate the color LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor. Operating the color LCD monitor may lead
to carelessness and cause an accident. Stop your car in a safe location when operating the unit.
¡The driver must not watch videos while driving. It may lead to carelessness and cause an accident.
¡Keep the unit at an appropriate sound level. Driving with the sound at a level that prevents you from hearing sounds
outside and around the car may cause an accident.CAUTION:Follow local rules and regulations for installing monitor and TV antenna.
Información para su seguridadPRECAUCIÓN:ÉSTE UN PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASEI
.
LA UTILIZACIÓN DE CONTROLES, EL HASER
AJUSTES O EL SEGUIR PROCEDIMIENTOS DISTIN-
TOS DE LOS ESPECIFICADOS EN ESTE MANUAL
PODRÍA CAUSAR UNA EXPOSICIÓN PELIGROSA A LA
RADIACIÓN.
NO ABRA LAS CUBIERTAS NI HAGA PERARACIONES
USTED MISMO. SOLICITE LOS TRABAJOS DE SERVI-
CIO AL PERSONAL CUALIFICADO.
PRECAUCIONES:• RESPETE LAS LEYES Y REGULACIONES DE SU
ESTADO, PROVINCIA O PAÍS PARA LA INSTALACIÓN
DEL APARATO.• PARA REDUCIR EL PELIGRO DE INCENDIOS Y DE
DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS ASÍ COMO DE DAÑOS
DEL PRODUCTO, NO LO EXPONGA A LA LLUVIA, A
SALPICADURAS, CONDENSACIÓN DE AGUA NI
HUMEDAD.
Lo siguiente se aplica solamente a los EE.UU.
Parte 15 de los Reglamentos FCCAdvertencia FCC:Cualesquier cambios o modificaciones sin autor-
ización a este equipo puede anular la autoridad del
usuario para operar este dispositivo.
ADVERTENCIA
AVISO:
Este producto contiene plomo en algunos
componentes.
La eliminación de estos materiales puede
estar reglamentado en su comunidad debido
a las consideraciones ambientales.
Para informarse acerca de la eliminación o
reciclaje comuníquese con las autoridades
locales, o la Alianza de Industrias
Electrónicas: 
•PARA EDUCIR EL RIESGO DE INCENDIOS O
SACUDIDAS ELÉCTRICAS< Y PARA EVITAR
LAS INTERFERENCIAS MOLESTAS, UTILICE
SOLAMENTE LOS COMPONENTES INCLUI-
DOS.
•Este unidad sólo funcionará con un sistema
de batería de vehículo de 12 V CC con nega-
tivo a masa.
•No exponga la unidad a la luz directa del
sol ni a calor excesivo.
•  Mantenga las tarjetas SD y las pilas ale-
jadas del alcance de los niños.
Existe el peligro de que se la traguen.
Si se la traga alguien, llévelo inmediata-
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ID CodePrior to operating this unit, it is advisable to assign a 4-digit ID code for security. (Make sure to use four digitsfor ID code.)
Once the ID code has been set, the unit cannot be operated if the main power supply is disconnected then re-connected. It
is electronically locked so that a thief can not use the stolen unit unless that person knows the code you have set.
The ID code operation must be performed only by the person to whom the unit belongs.
Generally, it is not necessary to enter the ID code each time when using the unit if it has never been disconnected from the
main power supply (car battery). For the ID code setting procedures, see page 57.ID Code InputEnter the ID code after turning on the power and activating the display.
Note:When you fail in entering the ID code, the screen on the right is displayed
and the unit beeps three times. Enter a correct ID code.
If you fail to enter the correct ID code three times consecutively, the power is turned
off. Turn on the power again and enter a correct ID code.This system is designed so that you cannot see
moving pictures while you are driving.¡Park your car in a safe and pull the side brake (parking brake)
lever before watching the monitor.
¡A rear monitor (option) displays moving pictures while driving.Note:
Be sure to connect the side brake (parking brake) connection lead. (
aInstallation Instructions)
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Caution:Record your registered ID code and keep it in a secure location. If you forget it, you will be unable
to use the unit. If you cannot operate the unit because you forgot the ID code, please consult your nearest Panasonic
Servicenter.Cautions:¡Picture might not be displayed, or it might take more time than usual to display picture in low temperature. 
Also, movement of picture might become labored, or picture quality might deteriorate in low temperature.
[practicable temperature: 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)]
¡Do not press the Touch Panel with hard pointed sticks.
¡In some cases, noise is generated. It depends on the position or direction of a mobile phone and CB transceiver, etc.
Change the position or direction of the mobile phone and CB transceiver, etc. or keep them away from the unit.
Panasonicwelcomes you to our ever growing family of electronic product owners. We know that this product
will bring you many hours of enjoyment. Our reputation is built on precise electronic and mechanical engineer-
ing, manufactured with carefully selected components and assembled by people who take pride in their work.
Once you discover the quality, reliability, and value we have built into this product, you too will be proud to be
a member of our family.❏Features■
Integration of the monitor, TV tuner, FM/AM radio, DVD Video/Audio player, Video
CD player, CD/MP3 player and SD-card player¡A CD-R and a CD-RW that hold CD-DA data can be reproduced.
¡A CD-ROM, a CD-R and a CD-RW that hold MP3 data can be reproduced.
¡MP3 ID3Tag is supported.
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SD-card Player (apage 50)Equipped with 1 SD-Card Slot. You can play MPEG4 Videos, AAC Audios, JPEG still images and Voice(G.726) files on
the SD-Cards. MP3 audio files on the SD-Card cannot be played. (However, MP3 files that were written with SD-
Jukebox in order to use as an SD audio file are playable.)
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Built-in Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder, Dolby Pro Logic II decoder
(only for CQ-VD7700U)You can enjoy a powerful 5.1 channel surround system by connecting optional center speaker, power amplifier and
sub-woofer.
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Built-in DSP (only for CQ-VD7700U) (apage 72)8 sound field (space) and Parametric equalizer.
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7-inch wide LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) displayDelivers images of high quality and superb color reproduction.
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Optical digital output (Only for CQ-VD7500U)Equipped with an optical digital output. You can realize the 5.1 channel surround system by connecting an optional 
digital surround processor to the output.
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GUI (Graphic User Interface) with touch panelGUI displays various indicators with colorful symbols to enhance visibility, enjoyment, and operability.
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Image capture functionImages can be imported from TV, VTR, DVD or Video CD for a wallpaper.
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70 W
High power high-efficiency digital power amplifier (only for CQ-VD7700U)
Digital power amplifier transmits power at approx. 90 % efficiency.
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ID code4-digit ID code for increased security.
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External extension terminal¡2 video inputs
You can connect a car navigation system, VCR and camcorder with this unit if they have a video output type terminal.
¡One video output (on the hide-away unit side)
You can connect an optional monitor for passengers in the rear seat (private mode).
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CD changer control functionAn optional CD changer (CX-DP880U) can be connected.
Note: It is necessary to incorporate the Dual CD Changer Selector CA-CD55 (option) when connecting 2 CD changers.
This book refers to connections to the Panasonic car navigation system that will come onto the market in the future.
Descriptions regarding the car navigation system are boxed with a dotted line.
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ComponentsDifferences between 2 modelsNote:This operating instruction manual is for 2 models CQ-VD7700U and CQ-VD7500U. All illustrations throughout this
manual represent model CQ-VD7700U unless otherwise specified. The following table describes the differences between
the 2 models.
Features
Model CQ-VD7700U CQ-VD7500UMaximum Power Output 70 W x 4 ch. + 35 W x 1 ch. 50 W x 4 ch.Power Amplifier Digital AnalogCenter Speaker Output Yes (35 W x 1 ch.) NoSubwoofer Output 1 ch. 2 ch. (MONO)5.1 ch. decoder (Dolby digital/DTS) Yes NoOptical digital Output No YesDSP Functions (Space, Parametric EQ.) Yes No
Graphic EQ. and other audio functions No Yes
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Lors du nettoyage du véhiculeN’exposez pas l’appareil, incluant les haut-parleurs et le disque, à l’eau ou à une humidité trop grande. Cela risquerait de
causer des courts-circuits, un incendie ou d’autres dommages.Lorsque la voiture est stationnéeLe stationnement en plein soleil peut produire des températures très élevées à l’intérieur du véhicule. Laissez l’intérieur du
véhicule refroidir avant d’allumer l’appareil.Utilisez la bonne source d’alimentationCet appareil est conçu pour fonctionner sur un système d’alimentation avec batterie de 12 V c.c. à masse négative (système
standard sur les véhicules de construction nord-américaine).Mécanisme de lecture de disqueN’insérez pas de pièces de monnaie ou tout autre petit objet. Gardez les tournevis et autres objets métalliques à l’écart du
mécanisme de lecture de disque et des disques.Protégez le logicielAu moment de quitter le véhicule, prenez soin déjecter le disque et la carte SD de cet appareil et de les conserver sur soi.Faites appel aux centres de service après-vente agréésNe tentez pas de démonter ou d’ajuster cet appareil de précision. Veuillez consulter la liste des centres de service après-
vente fournie avec cet appareil pour obtenir de l’aide.Pour l’installationCet appareil doit être installé en position horizontale, avec l’extrémité avant inclinée à un angle commode mais ne dépassant pas 30˚.L’utilisateur doit garder à l’esprit que dans certaines régions il peut y avoir des restrictions spécifiant comment et où
installer cet appareil. Pour plus de détails, contactez votre détaillant.Utilisez cet appareil de façon sécuritaireAVERTISSEMENT:
AFIN D’ÉVITER LES RISQUES DE BLESSURE GRAVE OU UNE POSSIBILITÉ D’INFRACTIONS AUX
LOIS, N’UTILISEZ PAS L’APPAREIL DANS LE CHAMP DE VISION DU CONDUCTEUR POUR TOUTE
AUTRE FIN QUE LA NAVIGATION OU POUR L’UTILISATION AVEC UNE CAMÉRA DE VISION
ARRIÈRE.Au volant:
¡Le conducteur ne doit pas faire fonctionner l’écran couleur à cristaux liquides. Le fonctionnement de l’écran couleur à
cristaux liquides pourrait détourner l’attention du conducteur et entraîner un accident. Lorsque vous faites fonctionner
l’appareil, stationnez votre véhicule dans un endroit sûr.
¡Le conducteur ne doit pas visionner de vidéos en conduisant. Cela pourrait détourner son attention et entraîner un accident.¡Maintenez l’appareil à un niveau de son approprié. La conduite avec un niveau de son qui empêche d’entendre les
sons extérieurs et autour du véhicule pourrait entraîner un accident.PRÉCAUTION: 
Respectez les règlements locaux et la réglementation pour installer le moniteur vidéo et l’an-
tenne de télévision.
Note:
¡The number in parenthesis underneath each accessory part name is the part number for maintenance and service.
¡Accessories and their part numbers are subject to modification without prior notice due to improvements. 10. Installation Hardware (screws, cords, etc.) (
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Installation instructions)
1. Display Unit
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Contents¢Safety Information.................................. 2
¢Use This Product Safely........................ 5
¢Features.................................................. 7
¢Components........................................... 8
¢Differences between 2 models.............. 8
¢Contents................................................ 17
¢Preparations......................................... 18
Remote Control, Main Unit
¢Name of Controls and Functions........ 20
¢Touch Panel Operation Overview....... 24
Operation mode, regular mode
¢Display Mode Changes........................ 26
¢Status Bar............................................. 27
¢Icons Used in This Manual.................. 27
¢Indications on the Screen.................... 28
The state of the current output appears, OSD (On
Screen Display) on/off
¢Discs that can be Played Back............ 29
¢System Upgrade................................... 30
¢General.................................................. 34
Power, source selection (Mode), volume, mute,
display open/close and monitor position adjust-
ment
¢TV Tuner/VTR (External Devices)........ 36
TV mode, channel setting, direct channel selection,
preset channels, VTR1/VTR2 mode
¢DVD/Video CD Player........................... 38
Disc insert/eject, basic operation, chapter/title
selection, useful functions
¢CD/MP3 Player...................................... 42
Disc insert/eject, direct folder and file selection,
basic operations, points to remember when record-
ing an MP3 disc
¢Radio..................................................... 46
Radio mode, band, tuning, One-touch Selection of
a Station
¢CD Changer Control............................. 48
CD Changer mode, system expansion, basic 
operations
¢SD-Card Player..................................... 50
Notes on SD-Card, Playable data, SD-Card insert-
ing, SD mode selection, go to SD Menu, go to SD
Setup Menu, removing the SD-Card
¢MENU : User Settings.......................... 54
Display unit, beep, guidance, clock, calender, touch
panel, id-code, memory clear
¢MENU : Display (Screen) Settings...... 58
Dimmer, picture, LCD dimmer, LCD contrast
¢MENU : Capture Function.................... 59
Capture, initialize
¢MENU : Animation Settings................. 60
Animation, color
¢MENU : Audio Settings........................ 61
Parametric-EQ, pro logic II, down mix, DR comp, SP
setup, SP level, SP delay, VTR level, graphic-EQ,
bal/fad, sub-woofer, HPF
¢MENU : DVD Settings........................... 67
Language, display
¢MENU : Input/output Setting............... 68
Navi setup, camera setup, VTR skip, video-cont,
rear monitor, BGC
¢Aspect Ratio......................................... 71
¢Sound Settings..................................... 72
Space, dynamic range compression
¢About Rear Monitor.............................. 74
Rear monitor set up, private mode
¢Sub-LCD Display Change.................... 76
¢Troubleshooting................................... 78
¢Maintenance.......................................... 86
¢Definition of Terms............................... 88
¢Language Code List............................. 90
¢Specifications....................................... 91 
						

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Battery Installation (Inserting/Replacing the Battery)qRemove the battery holder.
Pull the holder by position B while pushing position A 
in the direction indicated by the arrow.
wInstall the battery on the battery holder.
Set a new battery properly with its (
+) side facing up as shown in 
the figure.
eInsert the battery holder.
Push the battery holder back into its original position.
Back side
Lithium battery
(CR2025: supplied)
Position B
Position A
Battery holder
Preparations (Remote Control)
Preparations (Main Unit)You should check and prepare your unit before initial use referring to the following steps:■
Step 1
Check the connecting external devices for input.
❒VTR1/VTR2Connected:
Set the VTR input level, etc. (apage 65, 70)Unconnected:
Set the VTR Skip. (apage 70)❒Rear View CameraConnected:
Check if the reverse lead is connected. (ainstallation
Instructions)
Execute the Camera SetUp. (apage 69)Unconnected:
Set the Rear View Camera to off. (apage 69)❒Car NavigationConnected:
Check the connection terminal. (a Installation
Instructions)
Execute the NAVI SETUP. (a page 68)Unconnected:
Check if “NAVI INPUT” is set to “RGB”. (a page 68)
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Step 2
Check the connecting external devices for output.
❒Rear MonitorConnected:
Execute the Rear Monitor Set Up. (a page 74)Unconnected:❒Subwoofer and External amplifierConnected:
Check the connection of external amplifier control lead
and subwoofer output. (a Installation Instructions)
Execute “SP SETUP”. (a page 63: CQ-VD7700U)Unconnected:
Set “SUB•W” to “NO”. (apage 64)❒Other speakersCheck the connected speakers.(a Installation Instructions)
Execute “SP SETUP” and “AUDIO” setting (a page 63, 64: CQ-VD7700U, apage 66: CQ-VD7500U)■
Step 3
Check the other equipment and settings.❒ID code setting (apage 57)
❒ Check the Illumination lead connection. (aInstallation Instructions)
❒ Display (Screen) Settings (apage 58)
❒ “DISPLAY UNIT” setting (TILT, OPEN/CLOSE) (apage 54)
❒ Clock Setting (apage 55)
❒ DVD Setting (if necessary)
Language Setting (apage 67)
Display Aspect and DVD Software Mode (apage 68)
Battery Notes¡Battery life: approx. 6 months (at room temperature)
¡Battery handling: 
• Do not disassemble, short-circuit or dispose of batteries in a fire as such action may result in explosion or fire.
• Keep out of the reach of children to prevent risk of choking, swallowing, or other injury.
¡Replace old battery:
Follow the local regulations for disposal.Caution:Improper use of batteries may cause overheating, an explosion or ignition, resulting in injury or a fire.
Change battery as required - battery leakage may damage the unit.This book refers to connections to the Panasonic car navigation system that will come onto the market in the future.
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Remote Control (General)
Name of Controls and Functions
Aim the remote control at the remote control sensor of the display unit and operate it 
(aprevious
page)
.
ENTER
PWR NAVI MODE MENU
CHAPTER
ASPECT
P-MODETRACK
NAVIGATION
STOP TOP MENU DVD / SD MENUST / MONOCH1 CH2
RANDOM RETURN
OSD
RET
RAND
AUDIOANGLE
REP
SUBSPACE MUTEVOL
GRP
DISP
12 3
45 6
7
A8
09
PA G E
SCAN PAUSE PLAY
SUBTITLE REPEAT
SCROLLTITLE / CHAPTERVOL
CAR AV
[PWR]
¡Switches the power on/off. 
(apage 34)
[RET](RETURN)
¡Cancel the direct channel selection.
(apage 36)
[SD](TOP MENU)
¡Show the SD-Card menu.
¡Goes back to the top menu. 
(apage 52)
[A](ASPECT) (P • MODE)
¡Selects the aspect ratio. 
(apage 71)
¡Activates/inactivates private mode.
(apage 75)
[0]to [9]
¡Selects a TV channel directly. (apage 36)
¡Scan [5], for the CD/CD changer mode. 
(apage 42, 48)
¡Sets the ID code. (apage 57)[NAVI](NAVIGATION)
Activates/inactivates the car
navigation. (apage 26)
[MODE]
¡Switches the power on/off. (apage 34)
¡Changes the modes such as sound and pic-
ture. (apage 34)
[MENU]
¡Shows the menu screen. (apage 54)
¡Shows the BGC menu. (apage 70)
[OSD](CAPTURE)
¡Displays information about each source on
the screen.  (apage 28)
¡Saves your favorite part of a playing picture
as a freeze-frame picture. (apage 59)
[DISP]
¡Changes the display. (apage 26, 76)
[}] [{](VOL)
¡Adjusts the sound volume. (apage 35)
[MUTE]
¡Mutes the sound temporarily. (apage 35)
[SPACE]
¡Setting the sound field. 
(Only for CQ-VD7700U) (apage 72) [}] [{] 
¡Searches for TV stations and memorizes them
automatically. (apage 36)
¡Selects a disc. (apage 48)
¡Selects (vertically) or adjusts an operation or
item.
[]] [[]
¡Selects or searches for a channel, frequency,
track or file. (apage 36, 38, 42, 46, 48)
¡Selects (horizontally) or adjusts an operation
or item.
[ENTER]
¡Selects a band. (apage 46)
¡Searches for broadcast stations and memo-
rizes them automatically. (apage 46)
¡Determines an operation or item.
[DVD/SD MENU]
¡Displays the DVD or the SD-Card
menu. (Operations vary according
to the medium.) (apage 40, 52)
ENTER
TILT
CQ-VD7700U
OPEN / CLOSE
DISC
SD CARDTRACK/
CHANNEL
Main Unit 
(Front Panel Open)Disc indicator(EJECT button illumination light) (apage 38, 42)
Caution:A disc is in the slot when this is illuminated  in blue.
Disc slot
Dimmer
Sensor
(apage 58)
Main Unit
ENTER
TILT
OPENVOLUME
MUTE NAVI DISP
CQ-VD7700U
MODE
OPEN / CLOSE
DISC
POWERASPECTP
·MODE
NAVIGATION
SD CARDTRACK/
CHANNEL
ASP
IN-DASH 7 WIDESCREEN COLOR LCD MONITOR TV / DVD / SD RECEIVER
OPEN / CLOSE
CQ-VD7700U
TILT
[u]¡Ejects/reloads a disc.
(apage 38, 42)
Note:You should open
the front panel before
ejecting the disc.
[OPEN/CLOSE]
¡Opens/closes the monitor.
(apage 35) [TILT]
¡Adjust the monitor position.
(apage 35, 54)
¡Tilts the monitor forward
temporarily. (apage 35, 54)
[}] [{] (DISC)
¡Searches for TV stations and
memorizes them automatically.
(apage 36)
¡Selects a folder or a disc. 
(apage 42, 48)
¡Selects (vertically) or adjusts
an operation or item.
[]] [[]
(TRACK/CHANNEL)
¡Selects or searches for a chan-
nel, track, file or frequency. 
(apage 36, 38, 42, 46, 48)
¡Selects (horizontally) or
adjusts an operation or item.
[ENTER]
¡Selects a band. 
(apage 46)
¡Searches for broadcast sta-
tions and memorizes them
automatically. (apage 46)
¡Determines an operation or
item.
[OPEN] 
¡Open the Front Panel.
Note:You should open
the front panel before
ejecting the disc.
[VOLUME]
¡Adjusts the sound volume.
(apage 35)Remote control sensor
[MUTE]
¡Mutes the sound temporarily.
(apage 35)
[NAVI] (NAVIGATION)
¡Activates/inactivates the car navigation. 
(apage 68)
[DISP]
¡Changes sub-LSD display. (apage 76) [MODE] (POWER)
¡Switches on/off the power. 
(apage 34)
¡Changes the modes such as
sound and picture. 
(apage 34)SD-Card Slot
(apage 52) [ASP] (ASPECT)
(P•MODE)
¡Selects the aspect ratio.
(apage 71)
¡Activates/inactivates
the private mode. 
(apage 75)
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¡Changes to direct folder selection
mode. (apage 42)
[}] [{] []] [[]
¡Selects an operation or item.
[]] [[]
¡Selects a track or file. (apage 42, 48)
¡Fast forward/fast reverse (apage 42,
48)
[}] [{]
¡Selects a folder. (apage 42)
¡Selects a disc. (apage 48)
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Remote Control Functions for the DVD audio/video, Video CD
ENTER
PWR NAVI MODE MENU
CHAPTER
ASPECT
P-MODETRACK
NAVIGATION
STOP TOP MENU DVD / SD MENUST / MONOCH1 CH2
RANDOM RETURN
OSD
RET
RAND
AUDIOANGLE
REP
SUBSPACE MUTEVOL
GRP
DISP
12 3
45 6
7
A8
09
PA G E
SCAN PAUSE PLAY
SUBTITLE REPEAT
SCROLLTITLE / CHAPTERVOL
CAR AV
Indicates compatible types of Media.
DVD
VIDEO
DVD
AUDIO
VIDEO
CD
[■](STOP)
¡Stops playback. (apage 38)
[❚❚](PAUSE)
¡Pause (apage 38)
[B](PLAY)
¡Playback (apage 38)
[s] [d]
¡Goes to beginning. (apage 38)
¡Fast forward/fast reverse. (apage 38)
¡Slow playback [d].(apage 38)
DVD
VIDEO
DVD
AUDIO
VIDEO
CD
VIDEO
CD
[MODE]
¡Changes the modes such as
sound and picture. (apage 34)
[}] [{] []] [[]
¡Selects an operation or item.
[ENTER]
¡Determines an operation or item.
[RAND](RANDOM)
¡Random play. (apage 38)
[REP](REPEAT)
¡Repeats a playback. (apage 38) [PAGE](SCROLL)
¡Change the page. (apage 38)
[GRP](TRACK) 
(TITLE/CHAPTER)
¡Selects the group/track. (apage 40)
¡Selects the title/chapter. (apage 40)
DVD
VIDEO
DVD
AUDIO
DVD
VIDEODVD
VIDEO
DVD
AUDIO
DVD
AUDIO
DVD
AUDIO
VIDEO
CD
[0]to [9]
¡Selects an item on the menu. (apage 40)
[0]to [9]
¡Selects a title or chapter. (apage 40)
¡Selects a group/track. (apage 40)
DVD
VIDEODVD
VIDEO
DVD
AUDIO
VIDEO
CD
[RET] (RETURN)
¡Returns to the previous display. 
(apage 40)
¡Inputs the number again. (apage 40)
¡Displays the video CDs menu. 
(apage 40)
[DVD/SD MENU]
¡Displays the DVD menu. (Operations vary
according to the media.) (apage 40)
[SUB](SUB TITLE)
¡Switching the subtitle language.
(apage 41)
[ANGLE]
¡Switching the angle. (apage 41)
[AUDIO]
¡Switching the audio language. (a
page 41)
[AUDIO] (ST/MONO)
¡Switches between stereo or
monaural sound. (apage 41)DVD
VIDEO
DVD
VIDEODVD
VIDEODVD
VIDEO
DVD
VIDEO
DVD
VIDEO
VIDEO
CD
DVD
AUDIO
DVD
AUDIO
VIDEO
CD
VIDEO
CD
Name of Controls and Functions 
(continued)
DVD
VIDEO
VIDEO
CD
Remote Control Functions for the CD/MP3/SD/CD Changer
ENTER
PWR NAVI MODE MENU
CHAPTER
ASPECT
P-MODETRACK
NAVIGATION
STOP TOP MENU DVD / SD MENUST / MONOCH1 CH2
RANDOM RETURN
OSD
RET
RAND
AUDIOANGLE
REP
SUBSPACE MUTEVOL
GRP
DISP
12 3
45 6
7
A8
09
PA G E
SCAN PAUSE PLAY
SUBTITLE REPEAT
SCROLLTITLE / CHAPTERVOL
CAR AV
Indicates compatible types of Media.
CD
MP3
LOCKSD
[■](STOP)
¡Stops playback. (apage 42, 48, 52)
[❚❚](PAUSE)
¡Pause (apage 42, 48, 52)
[B](PLAY)
¡Playback (apage 42, 48, 52)
[s] [d]
¡Goes to beginning. (apage 42, 48,
52)
¡Fast forward/fast reverse. (apage 42,
48, 52)
CD
MP3
CD Changer
LOCKSD
LOCKSD
[MODE]
¡Changes modes such as sound
and picture. (apage 34)
[RAND](RANDOM)
¡Random play. (apage 42, 48)
[REP](REPEAT)
¡Repeats a playback. (apage 42, 48,
52)
MP3
MP3
CD
CD
MP3
LOCKSD
[1](CH 1)
¡Selects first CD Changer. (apage 48)
[2](CH 2)
¡Selects second CD Changer. (apage 48)
* When connecting the dual CD changer selector (CA-CD55 option) and two CD
changers.
[5](SCAN)
¡Scan in the CD/CD Changer mode. (apage 42, 48)
CD Changer
[DVD/SD MENU]
¡Displays the SD-Card menu. (Operations
vary according to the medium.) 
(apage 52)
MP3
CD
LOCKSD
CD Changer
CD
MP3
LOCKSD
CD Changer
LOCKSD
CD
CD Changer
DVD
AUDIO
DVD
AUDIO
DVD
AUDIO
CD Changer
MP3
CD ChangerMP3
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Touch Panel Operation OverviewOperation ModeWhile in operation mode, You can operate almost all functions of this unit by touching symbols on
the panel.
TILT
CQ-VD7700U
OPEN / CLOSEOPEN / CLOSE
CQ-VD7700U
TILT
How to show operation modeWhen not in operation mode, Touch the center of touch panel [Area A]
to show operation display (see next page).
Notes:
¡When no operation is performed for 10 seconds during the Video playback, the display returns to the regular mode.
¡In audio mode (CD/MP3/RADIO/CD Changer), the operation mode remains till the [OPERATION OFF]button is pressed.Return to the regular modeTo return to the regular mode, touch           [OPERATION OFF].
Example: TV mode
The Guidance display
appears for 4 seconds
(a
page 26)
. Touch a symbol to operate. When there is no
operation symbol to operate, touch        ,        , 
or            to show.
Example: Mode Selection:
Example: DVD operation symbols 
TILT
CQ-VD7700U
OPEN / CLOSEOPEN / CLOSE
CQ-VD7700U
TILT
Regular ModeWhile in regular mode, You can operate basic functions of this unit by touching areas  to  on
the panel. Each area has following control functions.
Example: GUIDANCE ON
(a
page 55)
TILT
CQ-VD7700U
OPEN / CLOSEOPEN / CLOSE
CQ-VD7700U
TILT
Area ARegular mode:
Shows operation display.
Note:To return the regular mode, press
[OSD]or touch [OPERATION OFF].
Area DTV/Radio mode:
Next Preset Frequency/Channels
MP3 mode:
Next Folder
CD Changer mode:
Next disc
Area CTV/Radio mode:
Goes to next fre-
quency or channel.
Seek
DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/C
D Changer mode:
Next Chapter/track/
File
Fast forward
Area BTV/Radio mode:
Goes to previous frequen-
cy or channel.
DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/CD
Changer mode:
Previous Chapter/track/
File
Fast reverseArea ETV/Radio mode:
Previous preset
Frequency/Channels.
Seek
MP3 mode:
Previous Folder
CD Changer mode:
Previous Disc
B
C
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Notes on the Touch PanelBefore operation
¡Clean the surface of the touch panel.  (apage 86)Operation
¡Use only your fingers to operate the touch panel.
¡Do not press the panel forcefully.
¡Do not scratch the panel by fingernails or any hard objects.
¡Do not use a pen or other sharp implements to operate the touch panel.
¡Do not bump the front panel.
aFailure to observe the above may damage or break the glass on the surface of the touch panel.
TILT
CQ-VD7700U
OPEN / CLOSEOPEN / CLOSE
CQ-VD7700U
TILT
Touch the center of touch panel.
Operations on the touch panelTouch operation buttons (Symbols) to opearte.
TILT
CQ-VD7700U
OPEN / CLOSEOPEN / CLOSE
CQ-VD7700U
TILT