Removable face high-power logic-control cassette/receiver with voice recording, dsp and cd changer control; removable face high-power logic-control cassette/receiver with cd changer control (36 pages)
Operating Instructions High-Power Cassette Player/Receiver with Changer Control CQ-RG131W • Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use. •...
Clock Basics ... 12 Installation Gudie ... 13 Panasonic welcomes you to their 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.
Power and Sound Controls CQ-RG131W CQ-RG131W Press and hold Note: This unit is equipped with an anti-volume-blast circuit which serves as an automatic volume level adjuster so that you will not be deafened with sudden loud volume. This system operates as follows. When [PWR] is switched on, the volume level is low. After that, the volume level gradually returns to the level as the same as the one before turning off.
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] to shift the sound volume to the front or rear speakers. F or R 1 to 15 (F: Front, R: Rear) (Treble) (Balance) –12 to 0 (Center) to 12 j ] or Balance Center j ] or Fader Center CQ-RG131W...
Radio Basics CQ-RG131W Hold and release CQ-RG131W CQ-RG131W Change to the tuner mode In case of Tape mode ...Eject a tape. In case of CD Changer mode ...Press [BAND]. Selecting a Band CQ-RG1 Press [BAND] to select the band as follows.
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[1] through [6]. Once set, the preset stations are sequentially scanned for 5 seconds. Press the appropriate preset button for the station you want to hear. Note: The stations manually preset on the selected band will be deleted. Preset Number CQ-RG131W...
Cassette Tape Player Basics CQ-RG131W Exposed Tape “ ” lights : Rewind “ ” lights : Fast Forword “ ” lights : Fast Forword “ ” lights : Rewind Press Both at the same time CQ-RG131W CQ-RG131W Loading a Cassette Gently insert a cassette with the exposed tape side facing to the right until the mechanism captures it, and playback starts.
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CQ-RG131W Notes on Cassette Tapes Tape Slack: Use a pencil or similar object to take up the slack as shown. If a loose tape is used, this may result in the tape becoming tangled in the rotating parts of the unit.
CD Changer Basics Note: CD changer functions are applicable to units with optional CD changer unit. (sold separately) CQ-RG131W CQ-RG131W CQ-RG131W To Changer mode While a disc magazine is inserted in the CD changer, press [CD·C]. Play starts from the first track.
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[3] (SCAN) for more than 2 seconds again. Displays when the compact disc stops operating for some reason. Please contact your nearest authorized Panasonic Ser vice center. Displays when there is no disc in the magazine. ] for more than 0.5...
Clock Basics (The clock system is 12-hours.) Press and hold Press and hold CQ-RG131W CQ-RG131W Initial Time Setting Press [DISP]. “AdJ” is displayed. Press and hold [DISP] again for more than 2 seconds. “12” blinks indicating the time setting mode is activated.
This equipment, if possible, should be installed by a professional installer. In case of difficulty, please consult your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Center. 1. This system is to be used only in a 12-volt, DC battery system (car) with negative ground.
Cover Mounting Bolt on the rear of the unit with Rubber Cushion (Option), and mount it into the existing Rear Support Bracket. Tapping Screw 3. After installation reconnect the negative (–) battery terminal. CQ-RG131W (continued) into the Dashboard Mounting Collar using a suitable wrench.
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Remove the unit pulling with both hands. (Fig 4). Fig. 2 Fig. 4 Note: Do not lose the Dismounting Plate. It will be needed to remove the unit from the car’s dashboard. Trim Plate Lock Lever Dismounting Plate Screwdriver Fig. 1 as follows. Fig. 3 CQ-RG131W...
As shown in Fig.7, insert the removable face plate with the arrow pointing toward the removable face plate case until you hear a “click”. Keep the removable face plate in the case. Then, you can bring the plate safely. CQ-RG131W ) (Fig. 5). Contacts Fig.
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5. Do not touch the contacts on the removable face plate or on the main unit, since this may result in poor electrical contacts. 6. If dirt or other foreign substances get on the contacts, wipe them with a clean, dry cloth. Removable Face Plate CQ-RG131W Fig. 9...
Electrical Connection This unit can be connected to an optional CD changer (CX-DP88N). For details consult your nearest Panasonic Service center. For connection to a CD changer, refer to the operating instructions of the CD Changer (CX- DP88N). Cautions: To prevent damage to the unit, be sure to follow the connection diagram below.
Unit will be damaged if speakers (Front, Rear) are not connected properly. (White) (White w/Black Stripe) RIGHT (Gray) (Gray w/Black Stripe) Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of speaker leads. (White) (White w/Black Stripe) RIGHT (Gray) (Gray w/Black Stripe) WRONG Chassis Chassis WRONG WRONG CQ-RG131W...
Tape will not change programs. CD Changer will not operate. Unit not properly connected. CD Changer will not play a specific disc. CQ-RG131W POSSIBLE CAUSE Dead vehicle battery. Charge vehicle battery. Ignition not on. Turn ignition to On or Accessory.
Be sure to use a fuse of the specified rating (12 A) when replacing a blown fuse. Fuses with higher capacity ratings, use of any substitute, or connection without a fuse may result in a fire hazard or damage to the unit. If the replacement fuse fails, consult your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Center.