Panasonic CQ-C1321NW Operating Instructions

WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver
CQ-C1321NW/C1311NW/C1301NW
Operating Instructions
BAND CQ-C1321N
APM
PWR PTY
SRC MUTE/SQ SCROLL RANDOM SCAN REPEAT TA/AF DISP
1 2 3 4 5 6
(CQ-C1321NW)
TEXT
¡Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and keep this manual for future reference.
Accessories
Operating Instructions Installation kit (YEP0FZ5700) Notes:
(English : YEFM285600) Lock Cancel Plate ¡ The number in parentheses underneath
(Deutsch : YEFM285601) each accessory part name is the part
(Français : YEFM285602) Q'ty: 2 number for maintenance and service.
(Nederlands : YEFM285603) Mounting Bolt ¡ Accessories and their part numbers are
(Svenska : YEFM285604) subject to modification without prior
(Italiano : YEFM285605) Q'ty: 1 notice due to improvements.
(Español : YEFM285606) Mounting Collar ¡ Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are
(Dansk : YEFM285607) (YEFX0217263) mounted on the main unit at shipment.
Q'ty: 1 set Q'ty: 1
Installation Instructions Trim Plate
(English, Deutsch, Français, (YEFC051001)
Nederlands : YEFM293892) Q'ty: 1
(Svenska, Italiano, Español,
Power Connector
Dansk : YEFM293893) (YEAJ02874)
Q'ty: 1 set Q'ty: 1
Warranty Card Removable Face Plate
Case
Q'ty: 1 (YEFA131839)
Q'ty: 1
Remote Control Unit (Option) (CA-RC61EX)
(ATT)
¡ This instruction manual explains operations for use with the but-
Power Mute
PWR MUTE
tons on the main unit. (Different operations excluded)
Mode MODE
Volume
VOL
(Source)
Note: The optional remote control unit is available from your local
dealer. (CA-RC61EX)
Band PRG
BAND/DISC UP BAND/DISC UP
Tune
Pause
TUNE
TRACK Track selection
Fast forward/fast reverse
Car Audio
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YEFM285600C NT1104-3124 Printed in China
Safety Information
■ ■
Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other compo- This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the product
nents of your car audio system carefully before using the system. safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting from improper
They contain instructions about how to use the system in a safe and connections and operations. The meanings of the pictographs are
effective manner. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any prob- explained below. It is important that you fully understand the mean-
lems resulting from failure to observe the instructions given in this ings of the pictographs in order to use this manual and the system
manual. properly.
This pictograph intends to alert you to the presence of This pictograph intends to alert you to the presence of
important operating instructions and installation instruc- important operating instructions and installation instruc-
tions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in tions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in
Warning Caution
severe injury or death. injury or material damage.
Observe the following warnings when installing.
Warning
❑ Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery termi-
Observe the following warnings when using this
nal before installation.
Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminal con-
unit.
nected may cause electrical shock and injury due to a short circuit.
❑ The driver should neither watch the display nor operate
Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system have specific
the system while driving.
procedures of battery terminal disconnection.
Watching the display or operating the system will distract the driv- FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO THE
er from looking ahead of the vehicle and can cause accidents.
UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY SYSTEM
Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND PERSONAL
brake before watching the display or operating the system.
INJURY OR DEATH.
❑ Use the proper power supply.
❑ Never use safety-related components for installation,
This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded
grounding, and other such functions.
12 V DC battery system. Never operate this product with other bat-
Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank, brake,
tery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery system.
suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for wiring or fix-
❑ Protect the Deck Mechanism.
ing the product or its accessories.
❑ Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a location
Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.
❑ Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
where it interferes with airbag operation is prohibited.
Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair the prod- ❑ Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and other
uct yourself. If the product needs to be repaired, consult your
items before installing the product.
dealer or an authorized Panasonic Service Centre.
If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach or wire
❑ Do not use the unit when it is out of order.
the product, first check where the wire harness, gasoline tank, and
If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in an abnormal
electric wiring are located. Then open the hole from outside if pos-
state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or
sible.
smells), turn it off immediately and consult your dealer. ❑ Never install the product in a location where it interferes
❑ Refer fuse replacement to qualified service personnel.
with your field of vision.
When the fuse burns out, eliminate the cause and have it replaced ❑ Never have the power cord branched to supply other
with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified service engi-
equipment with power.
neer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead to smoke, fire,
❑ After installation and wiring, you should check the nor-
and damage to the product.
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.
Notes on Discs
If you use commercial CDs, they must have the label
shown at right.
Some copy-protected music CDs are not playable.
TEXT
How to hold a disc
Printed side
¡ 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 a case.
Do not use irregularly shaped discs.
Do not leave discs in the following places:
¡ Direct sunlight
¡ Near car heaters
¡ Dirty, dusty and damp areas
Seats and dashboards
¡
Do not use irregularly shaped discs.
Disc cleaning
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the centre outward.
<Correct> <Wrong>
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.
¡ 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
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.
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.
MP3/WMA files" on the right.)
Recording MP3/WMA files on a CD-media
¡ MPEG 1 audio layer 3 ¡ Windows Media
¡ 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
Bit rate: 64 k-192 kbps
VBR: Yes
files.
Sampling frequency: VBR: No
¡ If CD-DA files are on the same disc as MP3 or WMA files,
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.
Observe the following cautions when installing.
Caution
❑ Refer wiring and installation to qualified service person-
Observe the following cautions when using this
nel.
unit. Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience. For
maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer. Panasonic is not
❑ Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.
liable for any problems resulting from your own installation of the
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic
unit.
conditions while driving.
❑ Follow the instructions to install and wire the product.
❑ This unit is designed for use exclusively in automobiles.
Not following the instructions to properly install and wire the prod-
❑ Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with the
uct could cause an accident or fire.
engine turned off. ❑ Take care not to damage the leads.
Operating the audio system for a long period of time with the
When wiring, take care not to damage the leads. Prevent them
engine turned off will drain the battery.
from getting caught in the vehicle chassis, screws, and moving
❑ Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or excessive
parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull, bend or twist the
heat. leads. Do not run them near heat sources or place heavy objects
Otherwise these will raise the interior temperature of the unit, and on them. If leads must be run over sharp metal edges, protect the
it may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit. leads by winding them with vinyl tape or similar protection.
❑ Do not use the product where it is exposed to water, ❑ Use the designated parts and tools for installation.
moisture, or dust. Use the supplied or designated parts and appropriate tools to
install the product. The use of parts other than those supplied or
Exposure of the unit to water, moisture, or dust may lead to
smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit. Make especially sure that designated may result in internal damage to the unit. Faulty instal-
lation may lead to an accident, a malfunction or fire.
the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days.
❑ Do not block the air vent or the cooling plate of the unit.
Blocking these parts will cause the interior of the unit to overheat
and will result in fire or other damage.
❑ 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 complet-
ed before installation.
❑ To prevent damage to the unit, do not connect the power
connector until the whole wiring is completed.
❑ Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of
speaker leads. (except for connecting to a tweeter)
Notes on MP3/WMA
Note: MP3/WMA encoding and writing software is not sup-
Folder selection order/file playback order
plied with this unit.
Root Folder
1
(Root Directory)
Points to remember when making MP3/WMA files
2
q
Common
Folder Selection
¡ High bit rate and high sampling frequency are recommend- 4
e
In the order 1 – 8
ed for high quality sounds. 3
w
File Selection
¡ Selecting VBR (Variable Bit Rate) is not recommended
In the order –
5
because playing time is not displayed properly and sound q y
6
may be skipped.
r
¡ The playback sound quality differs depending on the encod-
8
t
ing circumstances. For details, refer to the user manual of
7 y
your own encoding software and writing software.
Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 8
MP3 (Max.)
¡ It is recommended to set the bit rate to "128 kbps or more"
Maximum number of files/folders
and "fixed".
¡ Maximum number of files: 999
WMA ¡ Maximum number of files in one folder: 255
¡ Maximum depth of trees: 8
¡ It is recommended to set the bit rate to "64 kbps or more"
¡ Maximum number of folders: 255 (Root folder is included.)
and "fixed".
¡ Do not set the copy protect attribute on the WMA file to
Notes:
enable this unit to play back.
¡ This unit counts the number of folders irrespective of the
presence or absence of MP3/WMA file.
Caution
¡ If the selected folder does not contain any MP3/WMA files,
¡ Never assign the ".mp3", or ".wma" file the nearest MP3/WMA files in the order of playback will be
name extension to a file that is not in the played.
MP3/WMA format. This may not only pro- ¡ Playback order may be different from other MP3/WMA
duce noise from the speaker damage, but players even if the same disc is used.
also damage your hearing. ¡ "ROOT" appears when displaying the root folder name.
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 Windows Media, and the Windows logo
are trademarks, or registered trade-
marks of Microsoft Corporation in the
Displayable characters
United States and/or other countries.
¡ 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 language Copyright
can be displayed. It is prohibited by copyright laws to copy, distribute and
deliver copyrighted materials such as music without the
Notes:
approval of copyright holder except enjoying yourself per-
¡ With some software in which MP3/WMA format files have
sonally.
been encoded, the character information may not be dis-
played properly.
No warranty
¡ Undisplayable characters and symbols will be converted
Above description complies with our investigations as of
into an asterisk ( ).
December 2004. It has no warranty for reproducibility and
displayability of MP3/WMA.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Label Indications and Their Locations
CAUTION
LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE
INTO BEAM.
Caution
This product utilizes a laser. Caution Label
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
CAUTION - LASER RA- V A R O I T U S – LA S E R -
DIATION WHEN OPEN.
SÄTEILYVAARA
procedures other than those specified herein may AVOID EXPOSURE TO
BEAM. A V A T T A E S S A . V A R O
ALTISTUMISTA
result in hazardous radiation exposure. SÄTEELLE.
VORSICHT - LASER-
STRAHLUNG, WENN
GEÖFFNET. VERMEIDEN FÖRSIKTIGHET –
LASERSTRÅLNING I
SIE EIN AUSSETZEN
GEGENÜBER DEM ÖPPNAT LÄGE. UNDVIK
LASERSTRAHL. ATT UTSÄTTAS FÖR
STRÅLEN.
Do not take apart this unit or attempt to
ATTENTION –
RAYONNEMENT LASER A D V A R S E L – LA S E R -
STRÅLING. UNNGÅ
SI OUVERT, ÉVITER
make any changes yourself. TOUTE EXPOSITION AU E K S P ON E R I N G F OR
FAISCEAU. STRÅLEN VED ÅPNING.
This unit is a very intricate device that uses a laser ÇçàåÄçàÖ – ãÄáÖêçéÖ
ADVARSEL – LASER àáãìóÖçàÖ èêà
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compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so that STRÅLER.
its rays remain inside the cabinet.
Therefore, never try to disassemble the player or alter
any of its parts since you may be exposed to laser
rays and dangerous voltages.
Deck Ass'y (in the unit,
upper side)
Before Reading These Instructions
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 components, 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.
This operating instruction manual is for 3 models CQ-C1321NW, CQ-C1311NW and CQ-C1301NW. All illustrations throughout
this manual represent model CQ-C1321NW unless otherwise specified. The following table describes the differences among 3
models.
Models
CQ-C1321NW CQ-C1311NW CQ-C1301NW
Features
Display colour Blue Black Black
Key/disc slot illumination colour Red Red Green
Maintenance
Your product 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.
If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Centre.
Warning
¡ Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A). Using substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the unit direct-
ly without a fuse could cause fire or damage to the unit. If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest authorized
Panasonic Service Centre.
Anti-Theft System
This unit is equipped with a removable face plate. Removing this face plate makes the unit totally inoperable.
Caution
¡ Do not touch the contacts on the face plate and the main
¡ This face plate is not waterproof. Do not expose it to
unit, since this may result in poor electrical contact.
water or excessive moisture.
¡ If dirt or other foreign substances get on the contacts,
¡ Do not remove the face plate while driving your car.
wipe them off with a clean and dry cloth.
¡ Do not place the face plate on the dashboard or nearby
areas where the temperature rises high.
Removing Mounting
1 1
Turn off the power. Slide the left side of the face plate in place.
2 2
Press [ ]. The face plate will open. Press the right end of face plate until a
3 "click" is heard.
Pull it out toward you.
4
Put the face plate in the case.
1 2
1
2
Preparation
1 3
Set your car's ignition ACC Press [DISP] (Display).
ON
switch to the ACC or ON The demonstration screen is cancelled, and no more
appears.
position.
2 Note: If you would like to turn on the power and make the
Press [SRC] (PWR: Power).
demonstration message appear, hold down [SRC] (PWR)
The demonstration screen appears.
for more than 4 seconds (ACC ON).
Caution
Be sure to select OFF when your car has no ACC position in the ignition switch. Failure to do this
could cause the battery to go dead.
For an ACC-equipped car, select ON. (a "Function
: ACC not equipped (Default)
Settings") The following functions are available. (Default:
off)
: ACC equipped
¡ The power is turned on automatically when inserting a
disc.
¡ The clock can be displayed even if the power is off.
The 24-hour system is used for the clock. [[]: sets the hour ahead.
Notes:
[]]: sets the hour back.
Adjust the clock when "NO CT" appears on the dis-
¡ 5
Press [DISP].
play.
When a broadcast of FM Radio Data System is
¡
Minute blinks
received, the clock is adjusted automatically by the
Clock Time service.
6
Adjust the minute.
¡ Hold down []] or [[] to change numbers rapidly.
Minute entered
1
Select the radio AM mode. (a "Radio (AM
[[]: sets the minute ahead.
[LW/MW]/FM )")
[]]: sets the minute back.
7
Press [DISP].
2 Completed
Press [DISP].
(clock display)
Clock Display at Power Off
3
Hold down [DISP] for more than 2 sec-
Press [DISP] to change the display. (ACC ON)
onds.
Hour blinks
Display off
4
Adjust the hour.
Hour entered
Clock display
Clock display
Specifications
Power supply DC 12 V (11 – 16 V), test voltage 14.4 V, negative ground
Current consumption Less than 2.2 A (CD mode; 0.5 W 4 channels)
Maximum power output 50 W x 4 (at 1 kHz), volume control maximum
Tone adjustment range Bass: ±12 dB at 100 Hz, Treble: ±12 dB at 10 kHz
Speaker impedance 4 – 8 Ω
Pre-amp output voltage 2.5 V (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
200 Ω
Pre-amp output impedance
Dimensions (W x H x D) 178 x 50 x 160 mm
Weight 1.3 kg
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
Frequency response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
Signal to noise ratio 96 dB
Total harmonic distortion 0.01 % (1 kHz)
Wow and flutter Below measurable limits
Channel separation 75 dB
FM
Frequency Range 87.5 MHz – 108 MHz
Usable Sensitivity 6 dB/µV (S/N 30 dB)
Stereo Separation 35 dB (at 1 kHz)
AM (MW)
Frequency Range 531 kHz – 1 602 kHz
Usable Sensitivity 28 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)
AM (LW)
Frequency Range 153 kHz – 279 kHz
Usable Sensitivity 32 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)
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.