Operating Instructions High-Power Cassette Player/Receiver with Changer Control CQ-R221W • Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use. •...
Specifications ..........23 Installation Guide ......... 15 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-R221W Power Turn the key in the ignition until the accessory indicator lights. Press [PWR] to switch on the power. Volume Press [VOL j j ] or [VOL i i ] to increase or decrease volume.
Note: When a control mode (BAS/TRE/BAL/FAd) is selected but no operation is made within 5 seconds (2 seconds at volume mode), the display will return to the normal operation (Radio, Cassette, etc.) mode. In such a case, press [SEL] again to select the next control mode. CQ-R221W...
Radio Basics CQ-R221W Change to the tuner mode Press [MODE] to switch the operation mode as follows. TUNER a TAPE CD Changer Control (When Tape is inserted) (When connecting CD Changer) Selecting a Band Press [BAND] to select the bands as follows.
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To reduce interference during FM broadcasts (MONO) Press [MONO] for monaural reception in case a lot of interference is present in an FM stereo signal or to improve the listening quality of weak FM broadcasts. To turn it off, press [MONO] again. CQ-R221W...
Cassette Tape Player Basics CQ-R221W Loading a Cassette Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side facing to the right. CQ-R221W Gently push the cassette in until the loading begins. The cassette will be loaded in place and playback starts.
To turn it off, press [4] (REP) again. Metal Tape Mode CQ-R221W Press [1] (MTL) when playing metal or chromium dioxide (CrO tapes. To turn it off, press [1] (MTL) again.
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If you insert into the unit a cassette with a loose tape caused by forcing it into cassette with a finger or the like, the cassette may not be properly reproduced. In such a case, eject the cassette, make the tape tight, then insert it back into the deck. CQ-R221W...
CD Changer Basics Note: CD changer functions are applicable to units with optional CD changer unit. (sold separately) CQ-R221W To Changer mode While a disc magazine is inserted in the CD changer, press [MODE] to switch to changer mode. Play starts from the first track.
Selects the Please contact your nearest next available compact disc. authorized Panasonic Servicenter. Displays when compact disc is Displays when there is no disc in scratched. Selects next available the magazine.
Clock Basics (The clock system is 12-hours.) CQ-R221W Initial Time Setting Press and hold Press and hold [DISP] for more than 2 seconds. “AdJ” is displayed. Press and hold [DISP] again for more than 2 seconds. “12” blinks indicating the time setting mode is activated.
Battery holder Position A Battery Notes Remove and dispose of an old battery immediately. Battery information: Battery Type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025) (Included) Battery Life: Approximately 6 months under normal use (at room temperature) Caution: Improper use of batteries may cause overheating, an explosion or ignition, resulting in injury or a fire.
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.
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Rear Support Bracket Fire Wall of Car (existing on the car) 3 mm Rubber Cushion Tapping Screw (Option) Hex. Nut Rear Support Strap Mounting Bolt Mounting Bolt Mounting Collar Mounting Collar 3. After installation reconnect the negative (–) battery terminal. CQ-R221W...
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Remove the unit pulling with both hands. (Fig 4). Lock Lever Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Dismounting Plate Fig. 4 Note: Do not lose the Dismounting Plate. It will be needed to remove the unit from the car’s dashboard. CQ-R221W...
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. Removable Face Plate Case Set two arrows together. Fig. 7 CQ-R221W...
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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. CQ-R221W...
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). Caution: 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) WRONG WRONG RIGHT Chassis (Gray) (Gray w/Black Stripe) Chassis Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of speaker leads. (White) (White w/Black Stripe) RIGHT WRONG (Gray) (Gray w/Black Stripe) CQ-R221W...
Changer mode. No CDs in the magazine. Check disc magazine. CD Changer will not play a Disc loaded upside down. Reload disc properly. specific disc. Disc damaged. Check disc for scratches, chips. Disc not loaded in magazine. Check disc magazine. CQ-R221W...
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.
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221W [4] REPEAT REPEAT REPEAT [5] RANDOM [5] RANDOM [3] SCAN [3] SCAN [3] SCAN SCAN Panasonic CQ-R221W...
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CQ-R221W [DISP] [ D I S P ] j ] [ i [DISP] j ] [ i [DISP] [DISP] [DISP] [DISP] CQ-R221W...
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Panasonic CR-2025 (ATT) MUTE MUTE SOURCE MODE Band/Disc up, program, BAND/DISC UP STOP TUNE TRACK TUNE/TRACK, Rewind/ Fast Forward Car Audio Car Audio CQ-R221W...
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53 mm 182 mm 4.5 mm - 6 mm Panasonic (BAT) (5 mm ) (ATT) (ATT) MUTE MODE BAND/DISC UP BAND/DISC UP (5 mm x 16 mm) TUNE TRACK Car Audio Car Audio (5 mm ) CQ-R221W...