Panasonic Wma Mp3 Cd Player Receiver Cq C9800u Operating Instrucitons Manual

							Removable Full Front MP3 WMA CD Player/Receiver with Full Dot Matrix 
Display and CD Changer Control
CQ-C9800/C9700U
≥  Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.
≥  Prière de lire ces instructions attentivement avant d’utiliser Ie 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.
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Item Diagram Q’ty
Screw Kit (YEP0FZ3158)
≥ Hex. Nut (5 mm‡)1
≥ Tapping Screw
(5 mm‡t16 mm)1
≥ Mounting Bolt
(5 mm‡)1
≥ Lock Cancel Plate2
Rear Support Strap
(YEFG04019)1
Removable Face Plate 
Case
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Power Connector
(YEAJ02871)1
Item Diagram Q’ty
Remote Control Unit
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Lithium Battery
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Instruction kit
≥ Operating Instructions
(YEFM284204)1
≥ Warranty Card, etc.1 set
Mounting Collar
(YEFX0215873)1
Trim Plate
(YEFC05605)1
Safety InformationWARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO 
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE 
ONLY THE INCLUDED COMPONENTS.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 modi cations to 
this equipment would void the user’s authority 
to operate this device.NOTICE:This product has a  uorescent lamp that 
contains a small amount of mercury. It 
also contains lead in some components. 
Disposal of these materials may be regulated 
in your community due to environmental 
considerations. 
For disposal or recycling information 
please contact your local authorities, 
or the Electronics Industries Alliance: 

Precautions
When DrivingKeep the volume level low enough to be aware of 
road and traf c conditions.When Washing Your CarDo not expose the product, including the speakers 
and CDs, to water or excessive moisture. This could 
cause electrical shorts,  re, 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/Front Panel MechanismDo not insert coins or any small objects. Keep 
screwdrivers and other metallic objects away from 
the disc mechanism and disc. 
The face plate may close automatically depending 
on the situation. Be careful not to catch your  ngers 
in the plate.Use Authorized ServicentersThis product is made of precision parts. Do not 
attempt to disassemble or adjust any parts. Please 
refer to the Servicenter list including with this 
product for service assistance.For InstallationThis product should be installed in a horizontal 
position with the front end up at a convenient angle, 
but not more than 30°.
Note:
≥ The preset memory is cleared to return to the 
original factory setting when the power connector 
or battery is disconnected.
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 identi cation in case 
of theft.MODEL NUMBER CQ-C9800U / CQ-C9700U
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE PURCHASED
FROM
AccessoriesPanasonic welcomes 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 engineering, 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.
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CQ-C9800/C9700URemovable Full Front MP3 WMA CD Player/Receiver with Full Dot Matrix Display and 
CD Changer Control
Note:
≥ Please refer to page 9 for information on differences in each model.
Note:
≥ The number in parenthesis underneath each accessory part name is the part number for maintenance and 
service.
≥  Accessories and their parts numbers are subject to modi cation without prior notice due to improvements.
≥ Mounting  collar 1 and trim plate 7 are mounted on the main unit at shipment (page 64). 
						

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≥ This operating instruction manual applies to the following models. The differences among these models are 
mentioned below.
≥ All illustrations represent model CQ-C9800U unless otherwise speci ed.
Models
Features
Power output 70 W 60 W
This can only be controlled through 
the main unit.
This can only be controlled through 
the remote control unit.
Operations with neither mark can be performed 
either by the main unit or the remote control unit.CQ-C9800U only.
CQ-C9800U
CQ-C9700U only.
CQ-C9700U
Indicates features applicable to
FeaturesFull Digital CD ReceiverThe CQ-C9800U/CQ-C9700U uses Radio DSP 
for digital conversion and processing of FM/AM 
signals, and a digital amp to provide ampli cation 
of the digital data. With this technology, Panasonic 
achieves full digital processing of radio and CD 
signals from input to speaker output. This means 
faithful reproduction of the original sound.Radio DSPBy digitally converting and processing FM/AM 
broadcast signals, this greatly reduces adjacent 
interference and multipath distortion. 
A radio’s IF  lter has the job of preventing 
neighboring broadcast frequencies from interfering 
with reception of your desired station. Panasonic’s 
Radio DSP uses an advanced algorithm to perform 
this task digital control. It maintains the optimum 
balance between noise suppression and sound 
quality by automatically adjusting the IF  lter 
bandwidth in response to the changing interference 
characteristics as you drive.Maximum Power Output 70 W
 60 WFully Motorized Front PanelA touch is all it takes to slide the front panel 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.Customizable GraphicsYou can customize the background (graphic 
pattern/still image), opening, and ending screens 
using your own images stored on CD-R/RW. At last, 
you can create an original display that’s all yours 
(page 54).
SQ (Sound Quality)You have 6 preset modes (FLAT, POP, ROCK, 
VOCAL, JAZZ, CLUB). You can customize your 
settings for these (except FLAT) and save them for 
instant recall.SQ9 (9-Band Sound Quality)Center frequency and level are adjustable in each of 
9 bands. This lets you  ne tune sound quality for 
each genre to suit car-interior acoustics and your 
personal preferences (page 46).Audio SettingsDynamic Control (Bass/treble)This unit uses a special  lter to accentuate the 
feeling of ambiance.
This  lter serves to bring out the feeling of 
ambiance embedded in the music and reproduce an 
expressive sound quality without compromising the 
sound in the midrange. Further, by setting the bass 
and treble, the bass and treble can be accentuated 
so you can create the kind and quality of sound that 
you really like.Position settingYou can adjust the timing at which the sound from 
the speakers reaches you at the position where you 
are sitting in the car so that you can reproduce the 
sound  eld which is tailored to this position.Subwoofer LPF (Low Pass Filter)You can select the upper limit frequency of the 
sound from subwoofer.HPF (High Pass Filter)Select the lower limit frequency of the sound from 
speakers (except subwoofer).
CQ-C9800U
CQ-C9700U
CD changer
(CX-DP880U, option)Subwoofer 
(option)
Dual CD changer selector
(CA-CD55U, option)
Stereo power 
ampli er  (option)Before Reading these Instructions
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System UpgradeNote:
≥  This unit does not support Sirius satellite radio.
≥  You cannot connect CD changer and Sirius 
receiver using the dual CD changer selector 
(CA-CD55U, option).
CQ-C9800UCQ-C9700U
≥ 2 CD changers (option) can be controlled with 
this unit. To connect 2 CD changers to it, the 
dual CD changer selector CA-CD55U (option) is 
necessary.
CD Changer ControlYou can connect the optional CD changer unit. For 
details, refer to the operating instructions on the CD 
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Preparation
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Battery Installation1 Remove the battery holder.
  Pull the holder out at position B while pushing 
position A as indicated.
2 Install the battery on the battery holder.
3 Insert the battery holder back into its original 
position.Battery Notes≥ Battery type:  Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025) 
(included)
≥ Battery life:  Approximately 6 months under 
normal use (at room temperature)
≥ Remove and dispose of an old battery 
immediately.
≥ Do not disassemble or short the battery. Do not 
throw a battery into a  re.
≥ Keep the battery away from children to avoid the 
risk of accidents.
≥ Follow local regulations when disposing of the 
battery.Back sideLithium battery 
(included)
Battery holder
Position APosition B
Remote Control UnitCaution:
≥  Improper use of the battery may cause 
overheating, an explosion or ignition, resulting 
in injury or a  re. 
Subwoofer
Preparation:
≥ Connect the subwoofer and the ampli er (option) 
(page 74).
Subwoofer level setting:
≥ You can change the subwoofer level (page 44).
Subwoofer low pass  lter setting:
≥ You can select the upper limit frequency of the 
sound from subwoofer (page 44).The 12-hour system is used for the clock.
≥ Turn your car’s ignition key to the ACC or ON 
position.
≥ Press [SOURCE] (PWR).
≥ When the power is switched on for the  rst 
time, a demonstration appears on the display.
 Press [DISP] (display) to change to regular 
mode (page 22).
1 Press [MENU].
  Press and hold [MENU] for more than 
2 seconds. 
2 Press [$] to select “DISPLAY”.
3 Press [#] to select “CLOCK ADJ”.
4 Press [SET].
5 Setting.
  Hours:
1 Press [%].
  The hour display hilights.
2 Press ["]: Put forward
3 Press [#]: Put back
  Minutes:
1 Press [$].
  The Minutes display hilights.
2 Press ["]: Put forward
3 Press [#]: Put back
6 Complete.
 Press [SET]. 
Note:
≥ Press and hold ["] or [#] to change numbers 
rapidly.
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Audio Settings ....................................................... 42Volume, DC (Dynamic Control) (bass/treble), balance/fader, subwoofer level, 
subwoofer low pass fi lter (LPF), high pass fi lter (HPF), SQ adjustment (SQ 
ADJUSTMENT), SQ preset memory setting (SQ PRESET MEMORY), position 
setting (POSITION)Display Settings..................................................... 50Background display selection (GRAPHIC PATTERN), background display 
selection (STILL IMAGE), contrast, clock adjustmentFunction Settings ................................................... 52Mute/attenuation, security functionCustomize the Display ............................................. 54What the customize function does, image data which can be changed, 
customizing procedureTroubleshooting..................................................... 56 Preliminary steps, if you suspect something wrong, troubleshooting tips, error 
display messages, maintenance, product servicing, fuseNotes on Discs ...................................................... 62Notes on CD/CD media (CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM), notes on CD-Rs/RWsAnti-Theft System ................................................... 63Remove the removable face plate, install removable face plate, 
security indicator, panel removal alarmInstallation Guide ................................................... 64
Electrical Connections ............................................. 70Wiring diagram, upgrading the system 1, upgrading the system 2, speaker 
system connectionSpecifi cations ....................................................... 75
Safety Information ................................................................................. Page 2
Precautions ..................................................................................................... 2Accessories ............................................................3
Features ................................................................8
Before Reading these Instructions .................................9
Preparation .......................................................... 10Remote control unit, subwooferClock Setting ........................................................ 11
General ............................................................... 22Power, source, volume, mute/attenuation, rear speakers as sub-woofers (super 
bass control subwoofer/SBC-SW), open the front panel, close the front panel, 
panel angle (tilt), dimmer, SQ (Sound Quality), display changeRadio ................................................................. 26Radio mode, band, tuning, direct memory (D·M), station preset, preset station 
calling Before Disc Playback............................................... 28Available discs, disc insert, when CD is in the player, disc ejectCD Player ............................................................ 29Track selection, fast forward/fast reverse, pause, scan play, direct track 
selection, text display, random play/repeat playMP3/WMA Player ................................................... 32Folder selection, fi le selection, fast forward/fast reverse, pause, text display, 
scan play, folder scan play, direct fi le selection, direct folder selection, random 
play/repeat play, notes on MP3/WMACD Changer Control ................................................ 38 CD changer mode, disc selection, track selection, fast forward/fast reverse, 
scan play, disc scan play, CD changer selection, direct disc selection, random 
play/repeat play
WELCOMEFM
MP3/WMA
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VolumeNote: 
≥ The volume level can be set independently for 
each source (for radio, one volume setting for 
AM, one volume setting for all FMs).Setting range: 0 to 40 
(default: 18)
[VOL "]: Up
[VOL #]: Down
DownUp
General
Source
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Mute/AttenuationON: Press [MUTE].
OFF: Press [MUTE] again.
You can select mute or attenuation (page 52).
PowerTurn your car’s ignition key 
to the ACC or ON position.
ON: Press [SOURCE] (PWR).
OFF:  Press [SOURCE] (PWR) again and hold  
until you hear a beep (about 1 second), 
then release it. 
  Press [SOURCE] (POWER) again and 
hold for more than 1 second.  Note:
≥ After turning off the ignition key, a security 
message is displayed, and the panel removable 
alarm that reminds you to take the panel is 
activated.
(When security function is set to on, page 52)
ACC
ON
Demonstration: 
When the power is switched on for the fi rst time, 
a demonstration appears on the display. 
  Press [DISP] (display) to change to regular 
mode.
Note: 
≥ To display the demonstration again, press and 
hold [SOURCE] for more than 4 seconds when 
turning power on.
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(Display) [SOURCE]
(Power/source)
[MUTE]
(Mute/attenation)
(SBC-SW)[VOL "]
[VOL #]
(Volume)
[SOURCE] 
(PWR: Power)
Press [SOURCE] to change the source. [MUTE] (Mute/attenuation)
(SBC-SW)[VOLUME]
When a CD is in the player. 
Radio (page 26)CD player (page 29)
When a MP3 data disc is in 
the player. 
MP3 player (page 32)
When an optional CD changer 
is connected.
CD changer control (page 38)AUX (page 71)or
No sounds. (default)Decrease the volume by 10 steps.
[DISP] (Display)
Point the remote control unit at the remote control signal sensor.
Rear Speakers as Sub-Woofers(Super  Bass Contr ol Subwoofer / SBC-SW)
You can utilize the rear speaker connected to the 
built-in amplifi er as Sub-Woofers that output only 
bass. (Default: OFF)
Press and hold [MUTE] (SBC-SW) for more than 
2 seconds.
When a WMA data disc is 
in the player. 
WMA player (page 32) or
OFF (default)
ON
Note: 
≥ When ON has been selected, the settings resulting 
from the adjustments performed at the subwoofer 
level and subwoofer low pass fi lter settings are 
refl ected in the output.
≥ Depending on the speakers used and the type of 
music played, it may not be possible to achieve a 
satisfactory effect.
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Note: 
≥  New stations overwrite existing saved stations after this procedure.
Radio
Direct Memory (D·M)This is a useful function that can call broadcast 
stations directly during playback in other modes (CD, 
CD Changer, etc.), even when the power is off.
Your favorite radio station can be memorized in 
[D·M] (direct memory).
Default: FM 87.9 MHz∫ Memorize
1 Select a band and frequency.
2  Press and hold [D·M] for more than 
2 seconds.
 ≥  Frequency blinks once and is saved in the 
memory.
Note: 
≥  New stations overwrite existing saved stations 
after this procedure above.
∫ Recalling the Direct Memory
Press [D·M].
Press [D·M] again to cancel.[%] [$] 
(TUNE)
[D·M] (Direct Memory)
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[BAND] 
(APM: Auto Preset Memory) [SOURCE]
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[%] [$]
(Tuning) [BAND]
(Auto Preset 
Memory)[1] to [6]
(Preset station)
Stereo indicator
Radio ModePress [SOURCE] to select the radio mode.
Radio mode display
1
Tuning[$]: Higher frequency
[%]: Lower frequency
Press and hold [%] or [$] for more than 
0.5 seconds, then release. Seeking will start.
3
Frequency
Band
Station Preset
Up to 6 stations can be stored in each of the FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM band selections.
Caution:
≥  To ensure safety, never attempt to preset 
stations while you are driving.
Auto Preset Memory (APM)Automatically save stations with good reception in 
the preset memory.
1 Select a band (previous page).
2 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 number 1 to 6.
 ≥  Once set, the preset stations are sequentially 
scanned for 5 seconds each (scanning).
Manual Preset MemoryManually save a station in the preset memory.
1 Select a band and frequency (previous page).
2 Press and hold ["] or [#] until the preset 
number blinks.
3 Press ["] or [#] to select the preset number 
(1 to 6).
4 Press and hold ["] or [#] for more than 
2 seconds to memorize.
 ≥  The display blinks once, and a receiving station 
is saved in the memory.
Preset Station Calling
1 Select a band (previous page).
2  Press ["] or [#].
 
 Press [1] to [6].
Note: 
≥  When  pressing [MENU] (pressing and hold 
[MENU]  for more than 2 seconds on the remote 
control unit) in radio mode, the following display 
appears.
  This is because radio mode does not have 
any menu settings.
1 Select a band and frequency 
(previous page).
2 Press and hold [1] to [6] for more than 
2 seconds to memorize.
["] [#] 
(Preset station)
BandPress [BAND].
2
FM1
FM2
FM3
AM
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Random PlayDefault: OFF
1
  Menu
1  Press [MENU] during CD 
playing.
Press and hold [MENU] 
for more than 2 seconds 
during CD playing.
2 Press [%] or [$] to select 
“CD·
DA”.
3
  Set
Press [SET].
Note:
≥ Press [DISP] (display) to return to the 
regular mode.
≥ Press and hold [MENU] for more than 
2 seconds to return to the regular 
mode.
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 Submenu
Press ["] or [#].
Select “CD·
DA”.
Repeat PlayDefault: OFF
Select  ∫ RANDOMSelect  ∫ REPEAT
All the available tracks play in a random 
sequence.
                  lights.
ON
Cancel
OFF
Repeat the current track.
                  lights.
ON
Cancel
OFF
Direct Operation
[#] ["] (Submenu)
[SET]
[MENU]
Press [4] (Random play).
Press [6] (Repeat play).
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[SEL] (MENU)
["] [#] 
(Submenu)
[%] [$]
[BAND] (SET)
 Random Play/Repeat Play
[DISP] (Display)
Note:
≥ Press [MENU] to return 
to the regular mode.[DISP] 
(Display)
[%] [$]