Panasonic CQ-DF203U Before Reading these Instructions, Use this Product Safely, Features

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Before Reading these Instructions	E
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≥ This operating instruction manual is for 3 models; CQ-DFX683U, CQ-DF583U and CQ-DF203U. All illustra-	G
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tions throughout this manual represent model CQ-DFX683U unless otherwise specified. The following table	I
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Use this Product Safely

Features Models CQ-DFX683U CQ-DF583U

CQ-DF203U

When Driving

Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions.

When Washing Your Car

Do not expose the product, including the speakers and CDs, to water or excessive moisture. This could cause electrical shorts, fire, or other damage.

Disc Mechanism

Do not insert coins or any small objects. Keep screwdrivers and other metallic objects away from the disc mechanism and disc.

Use Authorized Servicenters

Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust this preci- sion product. Please refer to the Servicenter list in-

MP3/WMA data playback	Yes	Yes
CD changer control	Yes	Yes
Remote control unit	Remote control unit	Remote control unit
	with ten number keys	with ten number keys
Subwoofer output	Yes	None

None

None

Remote control unit

without ten number keys

None

When Parked

Parking 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 Supply

This product is designed to operate with a 12 V DC, negative ground battery system (the normal system in a North American car).

cluding with this product for service assistance.

For Installation

This product should be installed in a horizontal po- sition with the front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than 30x

Note:

≥The preset memory is cleared to return to the original factory setting when the power connector or battery is disconnected.

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 ei- ther by the main unit or the remote control unit.

CQ-DFX683U

CQ-DF583U

CQ-DF203U

Indicates	features	applicable	to
CQ-DFX683U.
Indicates	features	applicable	to
CQ-DF583U.
Indicates	features	applicable	to
CQ-DF203U.

Features

Large-sized volume control

An large-sized rotary volume control that looks like one belonging to a Hi-Fi audio system is featured.

CD Changer Control

CQ-DFX683U CQ-DF583U

You need connect the optional CD changer unit. For details, refer to the operating instructions on the CD changer unit.

MP3/WMA Playback from CD-R/RW

CQ-DFX683U CQ-DF583U

You can play your MP3/WMA (Windows Media Audio) files as well as regular CDs.

With up to 10 to 12 times* the capacity of a con- ventional CD, a single MP3/WMA-encoded disc can keep you entertained throughout your entire jour- ney.

*Depending on bit rate.

Example: CQ-DFX683U

Front speaker Rear speaker

Power amplifier for front and rear speakers

CQ-DFX683U

Subwoofer CD changer

Power amplifier for subwoofer

Front speaker Rear speaker

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