Mp3 wma cd player/receiver with full dot matrix display and cd changer control and cd player/receiver with full dot matrix display and cd changer control (23 pages)
Summary of Contents for Panasonic CQ-C8403N
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WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver CQ-C8403N Model: CQ-C8403N DISP Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Bedienungsanleitung Bedienungsanleitung Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d Manuel d’instructions Manuel d’instructions instructions Gebruiksaanwijzing Gebruiksaanwijzing Gebruiksaanwijzing Bruksanvisning Bruksanvisning Bruksanvisning Manuale di istruzioni Manuale di istruzioni Manuale di istruzioni Manual de Instrucciones...
They contain instructions about how to use the sys- from improper connections and operations. The meanings of tem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no the pictographs are explained below. It is important that you responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to fully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to observe the instructions given in this manual.
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For maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer. If any part of your body or clothing comes into contact with Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from your battery liquid, wash it with plenty of water. ●...
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.
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¡ Accessories and their parts numbers are subject to modification without prior notice due to improvements. ¡ Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are mounted on the main unit at shipment. Removable Face Plate Case (YEFA134145) Q'ty: 1 CQ-C8403N...
33) Expansion Module (hub unit) * This software is downloadable from Panasonic Web site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/customize/index.html) Connection of the Expansion Module (hub unit, CY-EM100N) allows users to connect up to 4 optional devices shown below.
DISC System Upgrade page 19) Guidebook) FOLDER page 26) TA Traffic Announcement page 22) AF Alternative Frequency page 21) CQ-C8403N SQ Sound Quality DISP page 17) page 13) MUTE SBC-SW Super Bass Control-Subwoofer page 17) D (DISP) Display page 17)
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¡Preset station calling with one-touch operation page 19) ¡ Direct access to tracks on CDs page 25, 27) ¡ Random and repeat play with one-touch operation page 25, 27) Scan playback page 25, 27) ¡ ¡ PI seek page 21) CQ-C8403N...
Stick your thumbnail into the groove, and push the Note: Battery Information: holder in the direction of Battery Type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025) the arrow, and at the (Included in the remote control) same time. Battery Life: Approximately 6 months under normal use...
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Press []] or [[] to display the adjustment. DISPLAY menu. Press [MENU]. Press [ ] to select “CLOCK ADJ”. For using the remote control, hold down [SEL] Press [BAND] (SET) to confirm the (MENU) for 2 sec. or more. display. CQ-C8403N...
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General This chapter explains how to turn on or off the power, how to adjust the volume, etc. Power on Press [SRC] (PWR: POWER). CQ-C8403N DISP Power off Hold down [SRC] (PWR: POWER) until you hear a beep, then release it.
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Open/Eject Press [u] (OPEN). When a disc is already loaded, the disc will automatically CQ-C8403N be ejected. DISP Tilt Cautions: The display angle changes among 4 levels as follows ¡ To avoid damaging the face plate, do not push it every time you hold down [u] (TILT) for 1 sec.
General The source changes as follows every time CQ-C8403N [SRC] (SOURCE) is pressed. DISP Radio System-up Connector FM1, FM2, FM3, AM (LW/MW) page 18) Device connected to the System-up Connector of the this unit When optional devices are connected: Shift to connected devices...
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The display changes as follows every time [D] (DISP: DISPLAY) is pressed. Note: The graphic pattern and still image are selectable. page 32) CQ-C8403N DISP At power-on: Mode Display OFF All displays disappear in 5 seconds. Folder hierarchy (MP3/WMA mode only.)
Sound Control SRS WOW™ is 3-D sound technology based on the HRTF (Head Related Transfer Function) theory. Unlike CQ-C8403N conventional audio systems, “natural 3-D sound field”, “rich bass”, and “crisp and clear sound” can be obtained DISP at the same time in a wide area in front of speakers.
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The equalizer curve is selectable from among preset 6 types (FLAT, ROCK, POP, VOCAL, JAZZ, and CLUB) CQ-C8403N depending on your listening category. DISP Note: SQ is not changeable when SRS WOW is enabled. page 16) SQ changeover The SQ category is changed every time [SQ] (Sound Quality) is pressed.
Radio This chapter explains how to listen to the radio. Press [SRC] (SOURCE) to select the CQ-C8403N radio mode. DISP Press [BAND] to select a band. Select a station. Frequency adjustment []] (TUNE): Lower [[] (TUNE): Higher Note: Hold down for 0.5 sec. or more and release Notes: for station search.
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(SET) to adjust. Preset range for FM bands Press [MENU] to confirm the adjust- ment. : Setting of FM1-3 together (default) For using the remote control, hold down [SEL] : Individual setting for FM1-3 each (MENU) for 2 sec. or more. CQ-C8403N...
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Setting to TA on with the unit in another mode, it will ¡ automatically switch to radio mode and output the traffic announcement when the traffic announcement begins. The traffic announcement having finished, the unit will return to the previous mode. (TA Standby Mode) CQ-C8403N...
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AF ON/OFF Holding down [TA] (AF) for 2 sec. or more toggles AF on and off. Set AF to off for presetting a non-RDS station or other cases. CQ-C8403N DISP Note: This operation is not adjustable by the remote control.
Radio Data System (RDS) in FM Broadcasting TA ON/OFF Pressing [TA] toggles TA on and off. Notes: CQ-C8403N ¡ This operation is not adjustable by the remote control. DISP ¡ Traffic information is available in monaural. Adjust the TA volume only while receiving a TA.
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SPEECH MUSIC NEWS AFFAIRS INFO SPORT EDUCATE DRAMA CULTURE SCIENCE VARIED POP M ROCK M EASY M LIGHT M CLASSICS OTHER M WEATHER FINANCE CHILDREN SOCIAL RELIGION PHONE IN TRAVEL LEISURE JAZZ COUNTRY NATION M OLDIES FOLK M DOCUMENT CQ-C8403N...
CD Player When a disc is already loaded, press [SRC] (SOURCE) to select the CD mode. Press [u] (OPEN) to open the face plate. CQ-C8403N When a disc is already loaded ( lights), the DISP disc will automatically be ejected.
Press [RANDOM]. Press again to cancel. Direct Access REPEAT Press [REPEAT]. A track can be directly selected. Press again to cancel. Example: track number 5 Press [#] (NUMBER). Press [5]. Press [SET]. Note: To suspend direct selection, press [DISP] (DISPLAY). CQ-C8403N...
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MP3/WMA Player When a disc is already loaded, press [SRC] (SOURCE) to select the MP3/WMA mode. Press [u] (OPEN) to open the face CQ-C8403N plate. DISP When a disc is already loaded ( lights), the disc will automatically be ejected.
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For folder selection, enter a number after pressing [#] You can find your favorite file by playing first 10-sec. of ¡ each file. (NUMBER) twice. ¡ To suspend direct selection, press [DISP] SCAN (All files) (DISPLAY). Press [SCAN]. Press again to cancel. CQ-C8403N...
( Caution: Never assign the “.mp3”, or “.wma” file name extension to a file that is not in the MP3/WMA format. This may not only pro- duce noise from the speaker damage, but also damage your hearing. CQ-C8403N...
¡ “ROOT” appears when displaying the root folder personally. name. No warranty Above description complies with our investigations as of December 2005. It has no warranty for reproducibility and displayability of MP3/WMA. CQ-C8403N...
Treble 0 dB) w : Down q : Up w : Down Note: The rear level is adjustable only when SRS WOW Note: Do not activate SQ and Bass/Treble at same time is enabled. page 16) to avoid causing sound distortion. CQ-C8403N...
ACC position in the ignition switch. Failure to do this could cause the battery to go dead. BUILT-IN AMP You can toggle the integrated amplifier on and off. : Amplifier on (default) : Amplifier off (when the external amplifier is used) lights when disactivated. CQ-C8403N...
Backward DEMONSTRATION Switching by [BAND]. Notes: Demonstration screen at no operation ¡ The graphic pattern and still image are changeable. (default) page 33) Regular screen OFF: If corrupted data is selected, “DISPLAY FILE INCOM- ¡ PLETE” appears. page 34) CQ-C8403N...
You can edit the moving images and still images that are initially stored in the unit. You also can use the data that is downloaded from the Panasonic Web site and the data that is stored with a digital camera or other devices and processed with exclusive software, IMAGE STUDIO.
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In such further information. a case, try customizing again. ¡ The default image exists on the Panasonic Web site. If Panasonic Web site: you would like to restore it, download the image from (http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/) the site.
Please refer the checking and the repair to professionals. dealer. Panasonic shall not be liable for any accidents arising out of neglect of ¡ Never try to repair the unit by yourself because it is checking the unit or your own repair after your checking.
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The power fails The safety device works. unintentionally. Consult your dealer, or your nearest Panasonic Service Centre. Antenna installation or wiring of antenna cable is faulty. Check whether the antenna mounting position and its wiring are correct. In addition, check to see whether the antenna ground is securely connected to Poor reception or the chassis.
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There is little difference in receiving conditions between the current station and AF cannot be received stations. Update of the AF list ended in failure. even if AF indicator Wait until the AF list is successfully updated. For unstable reception, tune in to a stable station by the hand. lights. CQ-C8403N...
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There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc. Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc. For MP3/WMA, refer to Sound skipping or the description about MP3/WMA. noise Playing VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files may cause sound skipping. Play Non-VBR files. CQ-C8403N...
Create a new disc if necessary. A WMA file can be copyrighted. (After 5 seconds) The file protected by copyright is not playable. To next file automatically No disc. System Upgrade Guidebook Note: Refer to the for error messages regarding optional products. CQ-C8403N...
Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a soft cloth for routine exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents. If the fuse blows out, consult your dealer, or your nearest authorized Panasonic Service centre. Warning ¡...
Customer Care Centre ¡ All enquiries, transactions and distribution facilities are ¡ For customers within the UK: 08705 357357 provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. ¡ For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 ¡ It couldn't be simpler! 8333 ¡...
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Stromversorgungskabel für Verstärkerrelaissteuerung an den Panasonic Leistungsverstärker. (Max. 100 mA) (synchronisiert mit dem Ein/Ausschalten der )/(D)/( Stromversorgung des Verstärkers) (Red)/(Rot)/(Rouge)/(Rood) AUX Input Connector Fil d'alimentation de commande de relais d'amplificateur à amplificateur de puissance Panasonic. (Max. 100 mA) (synchronisé à l'application ou la coupure AUX-Eingangsstecker d'alimentation de l'amplificateur) AUX1-IN Connecteur d'entrée AUX Versterker-relais Stuurstroomdraad naar Panasonic eindversterker.
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àÌÒÚÛ͈Ëfl ÔÓ ‡Ò¯ËÂÌ˲ ÒËÒÚÂÏ˚ CQ-C8803N/ Model: CQ-C8403N ¡For upgrading your system, read this manual carefully before use. This manual should be retained for future reference after read. ¡Lesen Sie dieses Handbuch sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie ein System-Upgrade vornehmen. Bewahren Sie dieses Handbuch für späteres Nachschlagen auf.
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They contain instructions about how to use the sys- from improper connections and operations. The meanings of tem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no the pictographs are explained below. It is important that you responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to fully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to observe the instructions given in this manual.
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Do not disassemble, recharge, heat or short the battery. Do For maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer. not throw a battery into a fire or water. Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from your In case of battery leakage own installation of the unit.
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¡ CQ-C8803N/C8403N as an accessory when the head unit is connected to All illustrations throughout this manual represent model optional devices. CQ-C8403N unless otherwise specified. Monitor: CY-VM1500EX (Option) Head Unit: CQ-C8803N/C8403N iPod Page 12) Hands-Free Phone System:...
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Contents English Deutsch Français Nederlands Svenska Italiano Español Dansk ê ê Û Û Ò Ò Ò Ò Í Í Ë Ë È È Safety Information ¡ Before Reading These Instructions ¡ General ¡ Disc Changer ¡ iPod Control ¡ Hands-Free Phone System ¡...
) allows you to connect the optional (Hands-Free Kit featuring Bluetooth technology: ® Panasonic DVD changer unit (CX-DH801N). For details, CY-BT100N). For details, refer to the operating refer to the operating instructions for the DVD changer instructions for the Hands-Free Phone System.
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[SRC] The source changes as follows every time (SOURCE) is pressed. CQ-C8403N DISP Radio System-up Connector FM1, FM2, FM3, AM (LW/MW) Device connected to the System-up Connector of the Operating Instructions) this unit When optional devices are connected: Shift to connected devices...
Connected an optional CD changer or an optional DVD changer can be controlled by this unit. Load a magazine (discs). When a magazine is already loaded, press [SRC] CQ-C8403N (SOURCE) to select the changer mode. DISP The unit recognizes the magazine and starts playing automatically.
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Notes: When CX-DP880N or CX-DH801N is connected, a CD-RW This unit does not support the following through the CD ¡ ¡ disc is playable. changer. ¡ Trouble may occur while playing CD-Rs. Refer to the section ¡MP3 playback. on “Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)”. Operating Instructions) Random and Repeat play can be set.
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Connected an optional DVD changer (CX-DH801N) can be controlled by this unit. Load a magazine (discs). When a magazine is already loaded, press [SRC] CQ-C8403N (SOURCE) to select the DVD changer mode. DISP The unit recognizes the magazine and starts playing automatically.
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Repeat play can be set. ¡ For a DVD insertion Press [MENU] to display the menu dis- CHAPTER REPEAT play. : Off (default) For using the remote control, hold down : Playing the current chapter repeatedly. [SEL] (MENU) for 2 DISP TITLE REPEAT sec.
Connection of the optional iPod adapter (Direct Cable for iPod) (CA-DC300N) allows users to operate the iPod including file selection and file sequence change with the buttons on this unit. Connect the iPod. Press [SRC] (SOURCE) to select the CQ-C8403N iPod mode. Playback starts. DISP Note: If playback does not start, press [BAND] (y / 5).
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Notes: Files without an album name or an artist name are not playable ¡ The shuffle function of iPod corresponds to the RANDOM in the playing mode of the album or artist display respectively. function of this unit. Connect this unit after turning down the volume of the iPod. ¡...
It cannot send calls. Pairing/Reconnecting [Hang-on]/Blue LED [Hang-up]/Red LED Press [Hang-on] on the Hands-Free CQ-C8403N Phone System and pick up the phone. DISP The phone is in the incoming state. Adjust the volume if necessary. Press [Hang-up] on the Hands-Free Phone System and hung up the phone.
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Notes: This item is not selectable by pressing [SRC] (PWR: The mute function is automatically canceled when receiving ¡ ¡ POWER), but activated by receiving an incoming call. a call even at mute-on setting. ¡ Only outline is described here. Refer to the operating ¡...
Please refer the checking and the repair to professionals. dealer. Panasonic shall not be liable for any accidents arising out of neglect of ¡ Never try to repair the unit by yourself because it is checking the unit or your own repair after your checking.
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Display Possible cause Possible solution Display Possible cause Possible solution Failure to communicate with the Hands-Free Phone System Check the connection to the Hands-Free Phone System. page 14) Make sure that the pairing is successfully completed. ( Operating Instructions) CQ-C8803N/C8403N...
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