Panasonic Wma Mp3 Cd Player Receiver Cq C9901u Operating Instructions

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41EnglishCustomize the Display (Customize Function)
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Notes on Customize Function
Note on Download ServiceThe download service may be suspended or stopped
without advance notice. The download service is not
available in some areas. Please visit the site below for
further information. 
Panasonic Web site:
(http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/)Notes on IMAGE STUDIO¡This download service is not available in some areas.
For details, please access the Panasonic website.
¡IMAGE STUDIO is available only by downloading from
the address below. It is not bundled with this unit.
¡Refer to the downloaded operating manual for how to
use IMAGE STUDIO.Notes on File¡The customize-specific file is downloadable from the
URL below. You can create exclusive files stored with
a digital camera or other devices by using exclusive
software, IMAGE STUDIO that can be accessed from
the same URL.
¡Do not change the extension. Otherwise, the data can-
not be recognized.At Disc Making¡Save only customize-specific data.
¡Save all data in the root directory. Files contained in a
folder cannot be recognized.
¡Follow the table below with regard to the number of
files that are saved to a disc. Files beyond the speci-
fied capacity are not readable.At Customizing¡If customizing is interrupted on account of turning off
the power, stopping the engine, removing the face
plate or other reasons, you may lose the data. In such
a case, try customizing again.
¡The default image exists on the Panasonic Web site. If
you would like to restore it, download the image from
the site.
Error Display MessagesNO FILES DETECTEDNo customize-specific data on the disc
aLoad a disc that contains customize-specific
data.CUSTOMIZING FAILEDCustomize failed
aCheck to see whether or not the extension is cor-
rect and file contents are appropriate.DISPLAY FILE INCOMPLETEIntended moving image or still image is damaged.
aCustomize it again and overwrite the file with
new one.
Type Extension Max. number
GRAPHIC PATTERN .pfm 10STILL IMAGE .pfs 15OPENING MESSAGE .pfo 5
CLOSING MESSAGE .pfe 5
Download site:http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/
customize/index.html
Customize the Display (Customize Function)You can edit the moving images and still images that are initially stored in the unit. You also can use the data that is downloaded from
the Panasonic Web site and the data that is stored with a digital camera or other devices and processed with exclusive software,
IMAGE STUDIO. See Notes on Customize Function(apage 41) as well.
Note:Visit Panasonic Web site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/customize/index.html) for details.
CUSTOMIZE Menu display
Preparation:
Put the CD-R/RW that contains data to
be customized in hand.1
If there is a disc inside, take out the
disc.
2
Press [SRC]
(Source) to select
the CD mode.
3
Hold down [SEL]for 4 sec. or more to
display the menu screen.
4
Load a CD-R/RW that contains data.Note:
¡It may take time for the unit to identify the CD-
R/RW.
¡Discs recorded by the packet writing software are
not supported.
5
Select an item to be customized.[}][{]:Select
[BAND](SET): Confirm
Note:To exit the customize menu, hold down
[SEL]4 sec. or more.GRAPHIC PATTERNMoving image data (apage 39)STILL IMAGEStill image data (apage 39)OPENING MESSAGEMoving image at power on (apage 14)CLOSING MESSAGEMoving image at power off (apage 14)
6
Select a file.Example: GRAPHIC PATTERN
[}][{][]][[]:Select
[BAND](SET): Confirm
Notes:
¡Files are automatically identified by their exten-
sions, and target files are displayed.
¡If [BACK]is selected, the screen of step 5
appears.
7
For a moving image file or still image
file, select where to save the file.[]][[]:Select
[BAND](SET): Confirm
Notes:
¡New data overwrites existing data.
¡If [BACK]is selected, the screen of step 6
appears.
8
Confirm the changed item.[]][[]:Select
[BAND](SET): Confirm
Customization is performed. Do  not turn off the
power in mid-operation. (It takes approx. 8 minutes
to complete this operation for a 751 KB moving
image.) After completion of this operation, the
screen of step 5 appears.
Note:If [NO]is selected, the screen of step 5
appears.
9
Press [OPEN]to eject the disc.
10
Hold down [SEL]for 4 sec. or more.The CD mode comes back.
SRC
CS
SRC 
						

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43 42EnglishTroubleshooting
Common (continued)
Some operations
are not executable.
Some operations are not executable in particular modes such as menu mode.
aRead the operating instructions carefully and cancel the mode. 
If the unit is
still out of order, consult your dealer.
Problem
Possible cause
aPossible solution
No sound from
speaker (s)
Balance/Fader setting is not appropriate.a
Readjust Balance/Fader.
There is a break, a short circuit, poor contact or wrong wiring regarding the speaker
wiring.
aCheck the speaker wiring.
The speaker
channels are
reversed between
right and left.
The speaker wiring is reversed between right and left.
aPerform the speaker wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.
The sound field is
not clear in the
stereo mode.
Central sound is
not settled.
The plus and minus terminals at right and left channels of speakers are connected
reversely.
aPerform the speaker wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.
The power of the
unit fails
unintentionally.
The safety device works.
aConsult your dealer, or your nearest Panasonic Servicenter.
TroubleshootingIf You Suspect Something WrongCheck and take steps as described below.
If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it is
recommended to take the unit to your nearest authorized Panasonic
Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by qualified personnel.
Please refer the checking and the repair to professionals. Panasonic
shall not be liable for any accidents arising out of neglect of checking the
unit or your own repair after your checking.
Warning
¡Do not use the unit in an irregular condition, for
example, without sound, or with smoke or foul
smell, which can cause ignition or electric shock.
Immediately stop using the unit and consult your
dealer.
¡Never try to repair the unit by yourself because it is
dangerous to do so.
Problem
Possible cause
aPossible solution
Common
No power to the
unit
The power cord (battery, power and ground) is connected in the wrong way.aCheck the wiring.
Fuse blowout
aEliminate the cause of fuse blowout and replace the fuse with new one.
Consult your dealer.
Sound is not
generated.
MUTE is set to ON.aSet MUTE to OFF.
The wiring of speaker lines are not correct, or a break or poor contact arises.
aCheck the wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram. (Installation
Instructions)
BUILT-IN AMP is set to ON.
aSet BUILT-IN AMP to OFF. Observe that “AMP OFF” is displayed on the
screen.
The demonstration
screen displayed
and no operable
You cannot operate the unit while the demonstration screen appears.aPress [DISP] to end the demonstration screen.
If the demonstration screen appears frequently, there is a possibility that poor
contact or wrong wiring arises between the battery lead of the unit and the battery
cable of the car. (The battery lead should be always powered.)
aCheck the battery wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram.
Noise
There is an electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone near the unit or
its electrical lines.
aKeep an electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone away from
the unit and the wiring of the unit. In case that noise cannot be eliminated
due to the wiring harness of the car, consult your dealer.
The contact of the ground lead is poor.
aMake sure that the ground lead is connected to an unpainted part of the chas-
sis securely.
Noise is made in
step with engine
revolutions.
Alternator noise comes from the car.
aChange the wiring position of the ground lead.
aMount a noise filter on the power supply.
Disc unejectable
Something such as a peeled label obstructs the disc coming out.
aPress and hold the [OPEN] for more than 2 seconds when the face plate is
open (disc forced ejection). In case that the disc forced ejection does not
work, consult your dealer.
The microcontroller in the unit operates abnormally due to noise or other factors.
aUnplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order,
consult your dealer. 
Playing sound is
interrupted
An inappropriate speaker network (device) is used.
aUse a speaker without any speaker network, or use an appropriate speaker
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Problem
Possible cause
aPossible solution
No playback or
disc ejected
The disc is inserted upside down.aInsert a disc correctly.
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.
aRemove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc.
Sound skipping or
noise
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.
aRemove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc. 
Sound skipping
due to vibration 
The unit is not sufficiently secured.aSecure the unit to the console box.
The unit is tilted at over 30˚ in the front-to-end direction.
aMake the angle 30˚ or less.
MP3/WMA Remote control unit
The CD-R/RWs that
are playable on
other devices are
not playable on
this unit.
The playability of some CD-R/RWs may depend on the combination of media,
recording software and recorder to be used even if these CD-R/RWs are playable on
other devices such as a PC.
aMake CD-R/RWs in different combination of media, recording software and
recorder after referring to the description about MP3/WMA.
No response to
pressing buttons
The battery is inserted in the wrong direction. A wrong battery is inserted.aInsert a correct battery in the correct direction.
The battery is weak.aReplace the battery with new one.
The aiming direction of the remote control unit is wrong.aAim the remote control unit at the sensor of the unit and press buttons.
The sensor is exposed to direct sunlight. (The remote control unit may not be
operable when the sensor is exposed to direct sunlight. In such a case, the system
is not faulty.)
aBlock off sunlight to the sensor.
Sound skipping or
noise
There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc.
aRemove the foreign objects, or use a flawless disc. For MP3/WMA, refer to
the description about MP3/WMA.
Playing VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files may cause sound skipping.
aPlay Non-VBR files.
CD
Problem
Possible cause
aPossible solution
The number of auto
preset stations is
less than 6.
The number of receivable stations is less than 6.
aMove to an area where receivable stations number is maximum, and try pre-
setting.
Preset stations
cannot be stored.
The contact of the battery lead is poor, or the battery lead is not always powered.
aMake sure that the battery lead is connected securely, and preset stations
again.
Channel
unselectable
No contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc.
aRefer to page 30 of this book and the XMs website to sign up for XM Radio
service.
Troubleshooting
XM DirectTMreceiver (Option)Radio
Poor reception or
noise
Antenna installation or wiring of antenna cable is faulty.
aCheck whether the antenna mounting position and its wiring are correct. In
addition, check to see whether the antenna ground is securely connected to
the chassis.
No power is supplied to the antenna amplifier (when using a film antenna, etc.).
aCheck the wiring of the antenna battery lead.
Stereo broadcast is
received only in
mono.
The MONO mode is active.
aCancel the MONO mode.
Only nearby
stations can be
received.
The LOCAL mode is active.
aCancel the LOCAL mode.
Note:
¡Refer to “Notes on MP3/WMA”. (aPage 28) 
						

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Notes on Discs
How to hold the disc¡Do not touch the underside of a disc.
¡Do not scratch on a disc.
¡Do not bend a disc.
¡When not in use, keep a disc in the case.Do not use irregularly shaped discs.
Do not leave discs in the following places:¡In direct sunlight
¡Near car heaters
¡Dirty, dusty and damp areas
¡On seats and dashboardsDisc cleaningUse a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the centre outward.Do not attach any seals or labels to your discs.
Do not write on the disc label with a ballpoint
pen or other hard-point pens.
Label side
 Do not use irregularly shaped discs.
If you use commercial CDs, they must have
either of these labels shown at right.
Some copy-protected music CDs are not
playable.
TEXT
¡You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW discs recorded on CD recorders (CD-R/RW drives), either due
to their recording characteristics or dirt, fingerprints, scratches, etc. on the disc surface.
¡CD-R/RW discs are less resistant to high temperatures and high humidity than ordinary music CDs.  Leaving them
inside a car for extended periods may damage and make playback impossible.
¡Some CD-R/RWs can not be played back successfully due to incompatibility among writing software, a CD recorder
(CD-R/RW drive) and the discs.
¡This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs if the session is not closed.
¡This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs which contains other than CD-DA or MP3/WMA data.
¡Be sure to observe the instructions of CD-R/RW disc for handling it.
Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)Notes on
CD-Rs/RWs
Error Display Messages, Notes on DiscsEnglish
Error Display Messages
The file is not readable.
Error display continues when there is no playable file in the disc at the direct folder
selection.
aEject the disc.
(After 5 seconds)
To next file automatically
Display
Possible cause
aPossible solution
CD/MP3/WMA
The disc is dirty or upside down.
aCheck the disc.
The disc has scratches.
aCheck the disc.
No operation by some cause.
aUnplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order,
consult your dealer.A WMA file can be copyrighted. 
aThe file protected by copyright is not playable.No disc. Disc is dirty, or is upside down.
Disc has scratches.
aEject the magazine.
¡Check the disc.
¡Load the disc again.
(After 5 seconds)
To next disc automatically
No operation by some cause.
aEject the magazine. If failure persists, press the reset switch on the CD
changer.  If normal operation is not restored, call the store where you pur-
chased the unit or the nearest Panasonic Servicenter to ask for repairs.No disc is in the CD changer (magazine). 
aInsert discs into the changer (magazine).The changer has become disconnected from the unit in the changer mode.
aVerify the wiring.
XM DirectTMreceiver
An error arises in the DVD changer.
aCheck the DVD changer. (“REGION ERROR” etc.)
Cannot receive XM satellite radio.
aVerify the wiring.
XM antenna unconnected.
aConnect the XM antenna.
XM broadcasts unreceivable because of poor receiving conditions.
aMove to an area where XM broadcasts can be received well.
Channel not in service
aThis channel is not currently in service. Tune to another channel.
Changer
Note:Messages in the action and display sections of the error chart vary with changers. Refer to the operating
instructions for the CD changer for details. 
						

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Specifications
Maintenance, Contents by Functions, Specifications
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Above Specifications comply with EIA standards.
Notes: 
¡Specifications and design are subject to modification without notice due to improvements.
¡Some figures and illustrations in this manual may be different from your product.
General
Sampling Frequency8 times oversamplingPick-Up TypeAstigma 3-beamLight SourceSemiconductor laserWavelength790 nmFrequency Response20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)Signal to Noise Ratio96 dB (2 V), 106 dB (5 V)Total Harmonic Distortion0.01 % (1 kHz)Wow and FlutterBelow measurable limits
Channel Separation86 dB (2 V)FM
Frequency Range87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHzUsable Sensitivity12.2 dBf. (1.12 µV, 75 Ω)50 dB quieting sensitivity15.2 dBf. (1.59 µV, 75 Ω)Frequency Response30 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB)Alternate channel selectivity75 dBStereo Separation40 dB (1 kHz)Image response ratio75 dBIF response ratio100 dBSignal to noise ratio62 dB
AMFrequency Range530 kHz – 1 710 kHz
Usable Sensitivity25 dB/µV (11V, S/N 20 dB)
English
CD Player Stereo Radio
Power SupplyDC 12 V (11 V – 16 V), Test Voltage 14.4 V, Negative GroundTone Controls (Bass/Treble)Bass; ±12 dB at 80 Hz, Treble; ±12 dB at 6 kHzEqualizer Center Frequency (SQ)62.5, 125, 250, 500, 1 k, 2 k, 4 k, 8 k, 16 k (Hz, default)Variable Range of Equalizer
-12 dB to 12 dB (2 dB step)
Current ConsumptionLess than 2.5 A (CD mode, 0.5 W 4-Speaker)Maximum Power Output70 W x 4 (at 1 kHz) volume control maximumPower Output31 W x 4 (at 4 Ω)Speaker Impedance4 – 8 ΩPre-amp output voltage5 V (CD mode; 1 kHz, 0 dB)Subwoofer-output voltage5 VPre-amp output impedance60 ΩSubwoofer-output impedance60 ΩExternal Input Impedance10 kΩ(AUX1, CH/AUX2 IN)External Input SensitivityMax. 2 V (AUX1, CH/AUX2 IN)Dimensions (Main Unit)178 (W) x 50 (H) x 155 (D) mm {7˝ x 1 
15/16˝ x 6
1/8˝}
Weight (Main Unit)1.7 kg {3 lbs. 12 oz}
This unit is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a dry, soft cloth for
routine exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents.
MaintenanceContents by Functions
Cleaning the Unit Fuse Contents by Functions
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If the fuse blows out, consult your dealer, or your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.
Warning
Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A). Using substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the unit
directly without a fuse could cause fire or damage to the unit. If the replaced fuse fails, contact your near-
est authorized Panasonic Servicenter.
Clock adjustment 
(CLOCK ADJ)
13
Temporary Volume off (Down)
(MUTE (ATT : Attenuation))
15
Display Change 
(DISP : Display)
17
Dimmer Control 
(DIM : Dimmer)
17
SBC-SW: Super Bass Control-Subwoofer 18
Direct Memory
(D • M : Direct Memory)
22
Power Output: 
31 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4  Ωand ≤1%
THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio: 
80 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω)