Panasonic CQ-D7400W Operating Instructions Manual

Dvd receiver with full dot matrix display

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DVD RECEIVER WITH FULL DOT MATRIX DISPLAY
CQ-D7400W

Operating Instructions

CAR DVD PLAYER / RECEIVER
CAR DVD PLAYER / RECEIVER
≥ Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    DVD RECEIVER WITH FULL DOT MATRIX DISPLAY CQ-D7400W Operating Instructions CAR DVD PLAYER / RECEIVER CAR DVD PLAYER / RECEIVER ≥ Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2 (Dolby Digital and dts) DVD Receiver DVD Receiver This player is equipped with Dolby Digital and dts CQ-D7400W CQ-D7400W decoders, so by simply adding 6 speakers (2 channels in front on the right and left, 1 center channel, 2 channels in the rear on the right and left, and a 0.1 sub-woofer channel) and a monitor to the...
  • Page 3: Other Features

    (option) (option) according to your preferences. External External amplifiers amplifiers Subwoofer Subwoofer (option) (option) CJ-SFW300D CJ-SFW300D (option) (option) Other Features CD-changer control (page 32) Direct Memory (page 18) 18 FM and 6 AM presets with preset scan (page 18) CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ❏ Language Code List (69) ❏ Before installing and wiring the ❏ Notes on MP3 (60) ❏ Specifications (70) player (64) ❏ Notes on Disc (62) ❏ After-Sales Service (71) ❏ Installation (65) ❏ Definition of Terms (63) ❏ Electrical Connections (66) CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 5 Digital and dts audio to 5.1 channel Surround Playback Function settings Page 48 ❏ Mute/Attenuation, Navigation mute level, Button Operation Sound, Setting AUX input level Picture (Display) settings Page 50 ❏ Background Display Switching, Contrast, Clock adjustment ❏ Dimmer CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    There is a risk that children could swallow the batteries. a nearby service center. Continuing to use the player in that condition If a child does swallow a battery, could cause accidents, fire or electrical shock. contact your doctor immediately. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 7: The Player

    Doing so could cause fire or accidents. Follow the instructions to install and wire the player Not following the instructions to properly install and wire the player could cause accidents or fire. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 8 Always use the accessories provided with the player and the specified parts Using parts other than those specified could damage the inside of the player or cause the player to not be securely fastened and thus come loose, which could cause accidents, malfunction or fire. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 9: Reminders

    Keep cell phones as far away from this player as possible. Indemnification Panasonic is not responsible in any way for damage that occurs due to fire, earthquakes, actions by third parties, other accidents, the customer’s willfulness, negligence, misuse or use under other abnormal conditions.
  • Page 10: Meaning Of Symbols

    It can be selected in the lighting is off, the lighting and the display turn on PICTURE mode. (page 50) and then turn off again after approximately 5 seconds. CQ-D7400W CQ-D7400W This can only be controlled through the main unit.
  • Page 11 2 seconds; Chapter/Folder Repeat Play be displayed. lights. Select (MP3) Cancel FOLDER REPEA 2 sec. CQ-D7400W CQ-D7400W The discs corresponding to each action are shown. DVD Video Video CD Indicates that each time you DVD video...
  • Page 12: Discs That Can Be Played Back

    ≥ CD-EXTRA (audio-only playback possible) ≥ Discs recorded in PAL format, others ≥ DVDs with a region number other than “3” or “ALL” ≥ Playing back a photo CD disc with this unit could damage the data that is recorded on the disc. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 13: Remote Control Unit Preparation

    Install the battery on the battery holder. Insert the battery holder back into its original position. Position B Battery Notes ≥ Battery type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025) Battery holder (included) Position A ≥ Battery life: Approximately 6 months with normal use...
  • Page 14: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Selects the menu. ≥ SET] (Preset), [DISC], [FOLDER], [#], ["] • Preset memory/preset station calling. ≥ Selects the disc in the changer. ≥ Selects the disc in the changer folder. ≥ Selects items when making settings. ≥ Clock setting ≥ CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 15: Remote Control Unit

    Switches between stereo and monaural. ≥ Direct title/chapter/folder selection ≥ Switches the angle (ANGLE). ≥ Track/Folder/Disc random play (RANDOM) ≥ Track/Disc scan play (SCAN) ≥ Repeats the chapter/folder/track/file/disc (REPEAT). ≥ Switches Dynamic range compression. ≥ Preset memory/preset calling of ≥ Parametric equalizer. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 16: Common Operations

    In addition, when a valid button is pressed while It can be selected in the lighting is off, the lighting and the display turn on PICTURE mode. (page 50) and then turn off again after approximately 5 seconds. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 17: Mute/Attenuation

    FM radio CD changer band.) (When a CD changer is connected.) AUX (Auxiliary source) (Auxiliary source) Decreasing volume range is adjustable by setting. (page 48) Mute/ Attenuation No sound. Decrease the volume by j20 dB. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 18: Radio

    [D ≥ Note: Up to 6 stations each can be saved in the FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM preset station memories. ≥ Existing saved stations are overwritten with new stations after following this procedure. ≥ CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 19: Preset Station Calling

    I Recalling the Direct Memory Note: You can recall the direct memory even when the power is off. ≥ Note: When pressing [SEL] in radio mode, the following display appears. ≥ This is because radio mode does not have any menu settings. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 20: Disc Operations

    Pressing [RET] while a video CD with PBC is being played may ≥ cause you to return to the previous menu screen. Operations vary according to the disc. For details, refer to the guide ≥ provided with the disc. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 21 Loading a disc when the power is off allows the power to be ≥ the car. Only audio is enabled. turned on. When “/” is displayed on the monitor, the operation is prohib- ≥ ited by the unit or disc. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 22: Fast Forward

    ≥ Continuing to hold down the button will speed it (double-speed fast forward or reverse) up. Fast Reverse Normal speed 2 times 10 times (DVD video/Video CD) 20 times (CD) DVD Video Video CD (During playback) To resume normal playback Pause CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 23: Slow Playback

    ≥ The folder that does not have any files can not be selected. Select the folder that has files. ≥ If no operation takes place for more than 8 seconds, direct selection mode is released. ≥ Depending on the disc, you may not be able to perform operations in some cases. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 24 ≥ user settings. The number of subtitle languages/audio languages depends on the disc. (Some discs have only one lan- ≥ guages.) Some discs do not support the angle function. See the operating manual with the disc for details. ≥ CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 25: Dvd Menu

    ≥ When it is difficult to hear comparatively quiet sounds (such as movie dialogue), setting “DRC MINIMUM” will make those sounds easier to hear. ≥ When the settings are changed, they are also applied to the user menu. (page 34) CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 26 2 sec. (Disc name Track name) ≥ (No text display) Switching the text display Changing ID3 Tag display (Folder name File name) ≥ (During ID3 Tag display) Album name Artist name (Title name Artist name) ≥ (No text display) CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 27 When playing the file(s) in the top tier (in the root folder), ≥ “ROOT” will be displayed as the folder name. Carefully read the MP3 Support Chart for the types and ≥ number of characters displayed. (page 61) Album name Title name CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 28: Random Play

    SCAN PICTURE DVD Video Video CD Select Track/File Repeat Play REPEAT MODE * The name of DVD Video Video CD the mode Select (DVD video) currently selected will CHAPTER REPEAT Chapter/Folder Repeat Play be displayed. Select (MP3) FOLDER REPEAT CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 29 Each time the button is pressed and Cancel only) held for more than 2 seconds; 2 sec. Repeat the current folder. Each time the button is pressed (DVD video)/ (MP3) and held for more than 2 seconds; lights. Cancel 2 sec. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 30: Cd Changer Control

    CD Changer control CD changer functions are designed for optional Panasonic SOURCE DISC CD changer unit. 9TRACK Preparation: ≥ Connect the CD changer, and load a magazine (disc). CD changer Mode DISC :TRACK Disc Track Playback number number Time SOURCE Lights when the changer is connected.
  • Page 31: Fast Forward/Fast Reverse

    The following functions are not supported during playback through a CD changer. ≥ CD-ROM, CD-RW playback CD text display MP3 playback Pause Stop In principle, CD-R disc play is supported but it does not follow that it will be possible to play all such ≥ discs properly. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 32: Repeat Play

    Disc Random Play DISC RANDOM FUNCTION Select Scan Play SCAN Select PICTURE Disc Scan Play DISC SCAN Select Repeat Play REPEAT MODE * The name of the mode Select currently Disc Repeat Play selected will DISC REPEAT be displayed. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 33 2 sec. Cancel Repeat the current track. Each time the button is pressed; lights. Cancel Repeat the current disc. Each time the button is pressed and held for 2 seconds; lights. 2 sec. Cancel CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 34: The Main Menu

    This is to select OSD (page 26) messages which will be displayed when OSD is turned off. Producing Audio that is audible at low volumes 7. D.Range Compression (Dynamic Range Compression) This function is effective for Dolby Digital encoded software. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 35 3. Return: The display returns to “Main Menu”. 1. Minimum: Most compressed mode like TV broadcasts, etc. 2. Standard: Mode recommended by software creators for listening at low volumes. 3. OFF: Does not compress the dynamic range. (Default) 4. Return: The display returns to “Main Menu”. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 36: Audio Settings

    SP SETUP ** A subwoofer (option, CJ-SFW300D recommended) is required. A power amplifier (option) is also required for connecting a subwoofer. SP LEVEL MODE * The name of the mode currently SP DELAY selected will be displayed. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 37: Speaker Settings

    CD changer. SUB WOOFER Subwoofer speaker setting If no operation takes place for ≥ more than 60 seconds in the : when using a subwoofer settings, the display returns to : when not using a subwoofer the regular mode. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 38 MULTI ≥ Default: d0 dB for all speakers PICTURE Setting range: j12 dB to i12 dB (1 dB steps) SP SETUP SP LEVEL MODE * The name of the mode currently SP DELAY selected will be displayed. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 39 (page 36) more than 60 seconds in the Press [% % % % % ] or [$ $ $ $ $ ] to adjust the volume of the test signal. ≥ settings, the display returns to the regular mode. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 40 Center speaker...0 ms to 5 ms (1 ms steps) SP SETUP Surround speakers...0 ms to 15 ms (1 ms steps) 1 ms = 0.001 seconds SP LEVEL MODE * The name of the mode currently SP DELAY selected will be displayed. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 41 If the speaker setting is “NONE” for a speaker, that speaker ≥ cannot be selected. (page 36) Note: If no operation takes place for ≥ more than 60 seconds in the settings, the display returns to the regular mode. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 42 (MID) 200/500/1 k/2 k Hz (HIGH) 3.15 k/8 k/10 k/12.5 k Hz SP LEVEL GAIN : j12 to i12 dB (2 dB step) MODE WIDTH : 1/2/3/4 * The name of the mode currently SP DELAY selected will be displayed. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 43: Sound Settings

    (1 to 6) settings cannot be made when CENTER/SURROUND was set to 2 sec. Loading the : The preset settings are NONE in the SP SETUP setting preset settings called. (page 36) for the adjustment range of the SPEAKER setting. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 44 PANORAMA : OFF PICTURE DIMENSION : d0 (j3 to i3, by 1 step) SP SETUP CENTER WIDTH : 3 (0 to 7, by 1 step) SP LEVEL MODE * The name of the mode currently SP DELAY selected will be displayed. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 45 60 seconds in the 7: The center channel component is distributed between the front left settings, the display returns to and right speakers. (Sound is not output from the center speaker.) the regular mode. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 46: Stereo Playback

    DOWN MIX Default:OFF MULTI ≥ PICTURE Changing 2 channel SP SETUP Dolby Digital and dts audio to 5.1 channel SP LEVEL Surround Playback MODE * The name of (MULTI ≥ the mode currently Default:ON SP DELAY selected will be displayed. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 47 : This expands the 2 channel signals from Dolby Digital and dts to 5.1 channel signals. : Normal sound (2 channel stereo playback) Note: If no operation takes place for ≥ more than 60 seconds in the settings, the display returns to the regular mode. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 48: Function Settings

    Navigation mute level (EXT. MUTE) Select the mute level of this unit during the FUNCTION EXT. MUTE voice guidance from the Panasonic car navigation system (available in future). Default: 0 Setting range: OFF, 0, 1, 2 PICTURE Button Operation Sound...
  • Page 49 MUTE : No sound : Decrease the volume by j20 dB. (attenuation) This book refers to the connection to the Panasonic car navigation system that will come on the market in future. : Does not change the volume. Descriptions regarding : Decreases the volume to “0”...
  • Page 50: Clock Adjustment

    (CONTRAST) CONTRAST Default: 3 PICTURE Setting range: 1 to 5 MODE Clock adjustment * The name of CLOCK ADJUST (CLOCK ADJUST) the mode currently 24-hour system selected will be displayed. : Darker Dimmer : Medium Default: 3 : Brighter CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 51 If no operation takes place for ≥ display highlights. more than 60 seconds in the " " " " ] : Put forward. Press [" settings, the display returns to # ] : Put back. Press [# the regular mode. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Insert a disc into the player. ≥ An attempt was made to play a disc with a region number that was not “3” or “ALL”. ➡ Eject the disc. ≥ An attempt was made to play a PAL disc. ➡ Eject the disc. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 53: Troubleshooting Tips

    Call the store where you purchased the unit, or your nearest Servicenter and ask for fuse replacement. Mute is set to ON. ➡ Set it to OFF. Cables are not correctly connected. No sound. ➡ Connect cables correctly. Condensation (dew). ➡ Wait for a while before use. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 54 The ground connection of the radio antenna is not secure enough. ➡ Check the ground connection of the mounted base part of the antenna, and tighten up the screw. The radio antenna is not extended enough. ➡ Extend fully the radio antenna. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 55 ) ➡ Play back music data recorded on other than the first track. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 56 ➡ used. Refer to the guide provided with your disc. ➡ Messages in the menu Check the setting for “Menu Language” in the user settings. screen are not in the desired language. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 57 Playing another file will return the file playing time to normal. File playing time is not You played a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format MP3 file. displayed correctly. ➡ The file playing time of VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format MP3 file is sometimes displayed incorrectly. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 58: Sound Setting

    Product Servicing If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the problem, we recommend that you take it to your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by a qualified technician. Replacing the Fuse Use fuses of the same specified rating (10 A). Using different substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the unit directly without a fuse, could cause fire or damage to the unit.
  • Page 59 ≥ The message appears to make sure ≥ Registered settings and adjustments are cleared of memory clearance. and the power is turned off. (The settings return to the factory default.) To avoid initializing the settings and adjustments, press other buttons to cancel it. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 60: Notes On Mp3

    File Names/Folder Names Joliet Maximum of 64 one-byte characters, used with 8.3 format (including “mp3 (MP3)” extension) Romeo Maximum of 128 one-byte characters (including “mp3 (MP3)” extension) ISO9660 Maximum of 31 one-byte characters (including “mp3 (MP3)” extension) Apple Extension CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 61 MP3 is mixed with Mixed Mode CD, CD-Extra or CD-DA) may not be able to be played back properly. Also, discs written using the packet write format may not be able to be played back properly. Panasonic recommends using “Disc At Once” for writing discs.
  • Page 62: Notes On Disc

    Macrovision Do not attach any seals or labels to your discs. Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Do not write on the disc label in a heavy pen or ballpoint pen stroke. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 63: Definition Of Terms

    Track (Video CD/CD) “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are Video CDs or CDs are divided into some sections trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. (tracks). Each section is numbered; these numbers are called “Track number”. …… Track1 Track2 Track3 Track CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 64: Player

    ≥ Install the player at 30 degrees or less with Clamp connector respect to a horizontal axis. ≥ Installation Within 30e Item Qty. Binding-Head screws (M5 a 6 mm) Flat-Head screws (M5 a 6 mm) Remove the transportation brackets. Spacers Transportation bracket t 2 Double-Faced Adhesive tape CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 65: Installation

    When there are hooks, below. use long-nose pliers or such to bend them flat. Bracket (R) CQ-D7400W Bracket (L) Accessory screws ≥ Always use the accessory screws provided ≥ When the bracket is not steady, reinforce the with the player. Do not use screws of a different attachment with a spacer(s) to secure it.
  • Page 66: Electrical Connections

    (Front) ≥ Color LCD TV monitor (CY-TV7200W) VIDEO-CONT ≥ External amplifier for center speaker (Green/Yellow Stripe) Pre Out Cord ≥ External amplifier for subwoofer CQ-D7400W (Rear) ≥ Center speaker (EAB-CF2) ≥ Subwoofer (CJ-SFW300D) Changer Control Cord Antenna Antenna terminal Power connector Connect the radio antenna.
  • Page 67 Side brake (parking brake) connection lead Clamp connector SIDE BRAKE (Blue/Yellow Stripe) Be sure to connect this as a safety measure. ≥ CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 68 Speakers R (Red) L (White) Upgraded External System REAR amplifier Speakers R (Red) External Center CENTER-OUT CQ-D7400W amplifier Speaker (Black) (Monaural) External Subwoofer S . W-OUT amplifier CD.C-IN R (Red) L (White) Changer Control Cord RCA Cord DIN Cord...
  • Page 69: Language Code List

    Scots Gaelic 7869 Nepali 8779 Wolof 7176 Galician 7876 Dutch 8872 Xhosa 7178 Guarani 7879 Norwegian 8979 Yoruba 7185 Gujarati 7982 Oriya 9072 Chinese 7265 Hausa 8065 Panjabi 9085 Zulu 7273 Hindi 8076 Polish 7282 Croatian 8083 Pashto, Pushto CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 70: Specifications

    Front L/R (1 kHz, 0 dB, PCM input) : 0.01 % Dynamic range : more than 95 dB S/N ratio : more than 100 dB Pickup-wave length : 650 nm Note: ≥ Specifications and design are subject to modification, without notice, due to improvements in technology. CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 71: After-Sales Service

    We will hold the functional parts (which are indispensable to maintain its original performance) for 6 years after suspension of producing the unit. Customer Center For repair or handling To the dealer where you purchased the unit Tel : (02)2633-0878 For inquires To “Customer Center” CQ-D7400W...
  • Page 72 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/grobal/ YEFM284094 F0903-0 Printed in Japan...

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