Panasonic CQ-C1301W specifications General FM Stereo Radio, AM Radio, Disc Player, Removing

Specifications

General		FM Stereo Radio
Power supply	:DC 12 V (11 – 16 V), test voltage	Frequency range	:87.50 MHz – 108.00 MHz
	14.4 V, negative ground	Usable sensitivity	:6 dB/µV (S/N 30 dB)
Current consumption	:Less than 2.2 A (CD mode; 0.5 W 4	Frequency response	:30 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB)
	channels)	Alternate channel selectivity	:75 dB
Maximum power output	:50 W x 4 (at 1 kHz), volume control	Stereo separation	:35 dB (1 kHz)
	maximum	Image rejection ratio	:70 dB
Tone adjustment range	:Bass: ±12 dB at 100 Hz, Treble: ±12	IF rejection ratio	:100 dB
	dB at 10 kHz	Signal to noise ratio	:62 dB
Speaker impedance	:4 – 8 Ω
		AM Radio
Pre-amp output voltage	:2.5 V (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
Pre-amp output impedance	:200 Ω	Frequency range	:531 kHz – 1 602 kHz
Dimensions (W x H x D)	:178 x 50 x 160 mm
		Usable sensitivity	:28 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)
Weight	:1.3 kg
Disc Player

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WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver English

CQ-C1301W

Operating Instructions

Safety Information

■Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other compo- nents of your car audio system carefully before using the system. They contain instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any prob- lems resulting from failure to observe the instructions given in this manual.

	This pictograph intends to alert you to the presence of
	important operating instructions and installation instruc-
Warning	tions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in
	severe injury or death.

■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 mean- ings of the pictographs in order to use this manual and the system properly.

	This pictograph intends to alert you to the presence of
	important operating instructions and installation instruc-
Caution	tions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in
	injury or material damage.

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.

❑ 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 excessive

❑ 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 Angle

The 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.

❑ Wear gloves for safety. Make sure that wiring is com-

pleted before installation.

❑ To prevent damage to the unit, do not connect the

power connector until the whole wiring is completed.

Sampling frequency	:8 times oversampling
DA converter	:1 bit DAC System
Pick-up type	:Astigma 3-beam
Light source	:Semiconductor laser
Wave length	:790 nm	Note:
Frequency response	:20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)	¡ Specifications and design are subject to modification without
Signal to noise ratio	:96 dB
		notice due to improvements.
Total harmonic distortion	:0.01 % (1 kHz)
Wow and flutter	:Below measurable limits	¡ Some figures and illustrations in this manual may be different
Channel separation	:75 dB	from your product.

Accessories
Instruction kit			Installation kit (YEP0FZ5698)			Mounting Collar
Operating Instructions			Lock Cancel Plate			(YEFX0217263)
(English	: YEFM285618)					Q'ty: 1
(êÛÒÒÍËÈ	: YEFM285640)		Q'ty: 2			Trim Plate
(	: YEFM285641)		Mounting Bolt			(YEFC051002)
(	: YEFM285642)					Q'ty: 1
(YEFM285643:		)
			Q'ty: 1			Power Connector
		Q'ty: 1 set
			Rubber Bushing			(YEAJ02877)
Installation Instructions
						Q'ty: 1
(English, êÛÒÒÍËÈ,		,	Q'ty: 1
						Remote Control Unit
: YEFM293903)
(YEFM293904:		)	1	2	3	(includes a battery)
			4	5	6
			#7	08	9
		Q'ty: 1 set				(EUR7641010)

Q'ty: 1

Note:

¡The number in parentheses 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.

¡Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are mounted on the main unit at shipment.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

YEFM285618A NT1204-1015 Printed in China

TEXT

¡Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and keep this manual for future reference.

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 compo- nents, 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.

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 driv- er 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 product with other bat- tery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery system.

❑Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of infants.

Batteries and insulation film can be ingested, so keep them out of the reach of infants. If an infant ingests a battery or insulation film, 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 prod- uct yourself. If the product needs to be repaired, consult 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 personnel.

When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified service engi- neer. 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 termi- nal before installation.

Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminal con- nected 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 installation, grounding, and other such functions.

Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank, brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for wiring or fix- ing 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, gasoline tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open the hole from outside if pos- sible.

❑Never install the product in a location where it interferes 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 nor- mal 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 manufactur- er before installation.

❑Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or get- ting in and out of the vehicle.

❑Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuiting.

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 per- sonnel.

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 product.

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 supplied 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 over- heat and will result in fire or other damage.

❑ 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 covering 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 bat- tery 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 attention.

Caution

THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS 1 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.

Preparation Maintenance

Notes on Discs

Notes on MP3/WMA

Note: MP3/WMA encoding and writing software is not sup-

Folder selection order/file playback order

First Time Power On
Battery	Installation

1 Set your car's ignition switch to the ACC	2 Press [DISP] (Display).
or ON position.	The demonstration screen is canceled, and no more
The demonstration screen appears.	appears.
ON	3 Press [SRC] (PWR: Power).
ACC
	Note: If you would like to turn on the power and make
	the demonstration message appear, hold down [SRC]
	(PWR) for more than 4 seconds.
Pull the insulation film out from	Note: Battery Information:
the backside of the remote con-	Battery Type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025) (Included
trol gently.	in the remote control)
	Battery Life: Approximately 6 months under normal use (at
	room temperature)

Cleaning the	This unit is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a dry, soft cloth for routine exteri-
	or cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents.
	Unit

If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Center.

Fuse	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 nearest
	authorized Panasonic Service Center.

Anti-Theft System

CD-RW)	If you use commercial CDs, they must have the label
	shown at right.
	Some copy-protected music CDs are not playable.		TEXT
CD-R,	How to hold a disc		Printed side
	¡ Do not touch the underside of a disc.
	¡ Do not scratch on a disc.
(CD-ROM,
	¡ Do not bend a disc.
	¡ When not in use, keep a disc in a case.
	Do not use irregularly shaped discs.
	Do not leave discs in the following places:
Media	¡ Direct sunlight
	¡ Near car heaters
	¡ Dirty, dusty and damp areas
CD/CD	¡ Seats and dashboards		Do not use irregularly shaped discs.
	Disc cleaning
	Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.
on	Do not attach any seals or labels to your discs.	<Correct>	<Wrong>
Notes	Do not write on the disc label with a ballpoint pen or
	other hard-point pens.

plied with this unit.

Points to remember when making MP3/WMA files

Common

¡High bit rate and high sampling frequency are recom- mended for high quality sounds.

¡Selecting VBR (Variable Bit Rate) is not recommended because playing time is not displayed properly and sound may be skipped.

¡The playback sound quality differs depending on the encoding circumstances. For details, refer to the user manual of your own encoding software and writing soft- ware.

MP3

¡It is recommended to set the bit rate to “128 kbps or more” and “fixed”.

WMA

¡It is recommended to set the bit rate to “64 kbps or more” and “fixed”.

¡Do not set the copy protection on the WMA file to enable this unit to play back.

1Root Folder (Root Directory)

2		q		Folder Selection
	4		e
3				In the order 1		– 8
				File Selection
		w
	5			In the order		–
					q		y

6

r

8 t

7 y

Tree 1	Tree 2	Tree 3	Tree 4	Tree 8
				(Max.)

Maximum number of files/folders

¡Maximum number of files: 999

¡Maximum number of files in one folder: 255

¡Maximum depth of trees: 8

¡Maximum number of folders: 255 (Root folder is includ- ed.)

Note:

The 24-hour system is used for the clock.

1 Press [DISP] (CLOCK).

Clock Display at Power Off

Press [DISP] to change the display.

This unit is equipped with a removable face plate. Removing this face plate makes the unit totally inoperable.

¡ You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW discs	¡ You may encounter trouble in playing MP3/WMA files or
recorded using CD recorders (CD-R/RW drives), either due	displaying the information of MP3/WMA files recorded with

MP3/WMA Caution

¡ This unit counts the number of folders irrespective of the

presence or absence of MP3/WMA file.

¡ If the selected folder does not contain any MP3/WMA

files, the nearest MP3/WMA files in the order of playback

Clock Setting

(clock display)

2 Hold down [DISP] (CLOCK) for more than

2 seconds.

Hours blinks

3 Adjust the hour.

Hours set

[[]: sets the hour ahead.

[]]: sets the hour back.

4 Press [DISP] (CLOCK).

Minutes blinks 5 Adjust the minute.

Minutes set

[[]: sets the minute ahead.

[]]: sets the minute back.

6 Press [DISP] (CLOCK).

Complete

Note:

¡“ADJUST” is displayed before adjusting the clock.

¡Hold down []] or [[] to change numbers rapidly.

Display off

Clock display

Face Plate Removing/Mounting

(Anti-Theft System)

Caution

¡This face plate is not waterproof. Do not expose it to water or excessive moisture.

¡Do not remove the face plate while driving your car.

¡Do not place the face plate on the dashboard or nearby areas where the temperature rises high.

Removing

1 Turn off the power.

2 Press []. The face plate will open. 3 Pull it out toward you.

1

2

¡Do not touch the contacts on the face plate and the main unit, since this may result in poor electrical contact.

¡If dirt or other foreign substances get on the contacts, wipe them off with a clean and dry cloth.

Mounting

1 Slide the left side of the face plate in place.

2 Press the right end of face plate until a “click” is heard.

2

1

	to their recording characteristics or dirt, fingerprints,	certain writing software or CD recorders.
	scratches, etc. on the disc surface.	¡ The file extension “.mp3“ or “.wma” should be assigned to
	¡ CD-R/RW discs are less resistant to high temperatures and	each file depending on the file format.
	high humidity than ordinary music CDs. Leaving them	¡ This unit does not have the play list function.
	inside a car for extended periods may damage and make	¡ Although Multi-session recording is supported, the use of
	playback impossible.	Disc-at-Once is recommended.
	¡ Some CD-R/RWs cannot be played back successfully due	Supported file systems
	to incompatibility among writing software, a CD recorder
		ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, Apple Extension to ISO 9660, Joliet,
	(CD-R/RW drive) and the discs.
CD-Rs/RWs		Romeo
	¡ This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs if the session is
	not closed.	Note: Apple HFS, UDF 1.50, MIX mode CD, CD Extra is not
	¡ This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs which contain	supported.
	other than CD-DA or MP3/WMA data (Video CD, etc.).	Compression formats
	¡ Be sure to observe the instructions of the CD-R/RW disc
		(Recommendation: “Points to remember when making
	for handling it.
on		MP3/WMA files” on the right.)
	Recording MP3/WMA files on a CD-media
		¡ MPEG 1 audio layer 3	¡ Windows Media
Notes	¡ You are recommended to minimize the chances of mak-
		Bit rate: 32 k – 320 kbps	Audio Ver. 2, 8
	ing a disc that contains both CD-DA files and MP3/WMA
		VBR: Yes	Bit rate: 64 k – 192 kbps
	files.
	¡ If CD-DA files are on the same disc as MP3 or WMA files,	Sampling frequency:	VBR: No
	the songs may not play in the intended order, or some	32, 44.1, 48 kHz	Sampling frequency:
	songs may not play at all.	¡ MPEG 2 audio layer 3	32, 44.1, 48 kHz
	¡ When storing MP3 data and WMA data on the same disc,	Bit rate: 8 k – 160 kbps
	use different folders for each data.	VBR: Yes
	¡ Do not record files other than MP3/WMA files and unnec-	Sampling frequency:
	essary folder on a disc.	16, 22.05, 24 kHz

¡The name of MP3/WMA file should be added by rules as shown in the following descriptions and also comply with the rules of each file system.

	Never assign the “.mp3”, or “.wma” file name
	extension to a file that is not in the MP3/WMA
on	format. This may not only produce noise from
	the speaker damage, but also damage your
	hearing.
Notes
	Display Information
	Displayed items
	¡ CD-TEXT	¡ MP3 (ID3 tag)
	Disc title	Album name
	Track title	Title name/Artist name
	¡ MP3/WMA	¡ WMA (WMA tag)
	Folder name	Album name
	File name	Title name/Artist name

Displayable characters

¡Name files and folders in accordance with the standard of each file system. Refer to the instructions of writing soft- ware for details.

¡ASCII character set and special characters in each lan- guage can be displayed.

Note:

¡With some software in which MP3/WMA format files have been encoded, the character information may not be displayed properly.

¡Undisplayable characters and symbols will be converted into an asterisk ( ).

will be played.

¡ Playback order may be different from other MP3/WMA

players even if the same disc is used.

¡ “ROOT” appears when displaying the root folder name.

Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trade- marks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Copyright

It is prohibited by copyright laws to copy, distribute and deliver copyrighted materials such as music without the approval of copyright holder except enjoying yourself per- sonally.

No warranty

Above description complies with our investigations as of December 2004. It has no warranty for reproducibility and displayability of MP3/WMA.