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4 Channel Power Amplifi er
Model: CY-PA4003U
2 Channel Power Amplifi er
Model: CY-PA2003U
Digital Mono Amplifi er
(CY-PA4003U)
Model: CY-PAD1003U
Operating Instructions
Manuel d’instructions
Manual de Instrucciones
Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before using
this product and keep this manual for future reference.
Prière de lire attentivement ces instructions (y compris la “Garantie limitée” et le “Répertoire des serv
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Safety Information Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other components of your car audio system carefully before Warning Warning Caution using the system. They contain instructions about Observe the following warnings when using the Observe the following cautions when using this Observe the following warnings when installing. how to use the system in a safe and effective manner. unit. unit. Disconnect the lead from the negative ( ) battery Panasonic assumes no respons
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Safety Information (continued) Caution Use the spacer included when installing the unit so Caution for the power cord (option): Observe the following cautions when installing. that the fan and air hole on the base side of the unit Follow an expert’s instruction for the use of the cord Refer wiring and installation to qualifi ed service are not covered. separately sold. personnel. If the fan and air hole on the base side of the unit are For the power, make sure to use the ba
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Customer Services Directory Limited Warranty ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY U.S.A. CANADA U.S.A. OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; WARRANTY SERVICE PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA FOR PRODUCT OPERATI
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Before Reading These Instructions Before Use Contents Panasonic welcomes you to our constantly growing Check the connections according to the manual of English 2 CY-PA4003U family of electronic products owners. We endeavor to give the device you have connected, and switch on the 4 Channel Power Amplifi er you the advantages of precise electronic and mechanical connected device’s power supply. Français 36 engineering, manufactured with carefully selected Adjust the GAIN to a satisfactory
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Features 5.1-channel Surround System (Combination with other Panasonic car audio products) CY-PA4003U High Level Speaker Input connection: You can enjoy a powerful 5.1-channel surround system by connecting Head Unit (CQ-VD7003U, CQ-VD6503U, option), 250 W 4 channel maximum power output 4-channel amplifi er (CY-PA4003U) and monaural amplifi er for subwoofer (CY-PAD1003U). The high-quality playback sound is produced when For more details, refer to the operating in
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Location of Controls For channel A (except ) For channel B (except ) Crossover fi lter switch (LPF, OFF, HPF) BASS BOOST control knob Fuses (FUSES) (35 A2) Caution LPF (Low Pass Filter): LPF cuts off the treble, and Turn this knob to boost the 45 Hz frequency sound. Turn off the power supply before changing the outputs only a low-pitched sound for the subwoofer. It enhances the low-pitched sound.
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Location of Controls (continued) GAIN control knob Crossover frequency control knob (FREQUENCY) Battery connector (12 V) Caution In some instances, the acoustical output from each The frequency band of the treble and the bass played To the car battery, continuous 12 V DC. Turn off the power supply before changing the speaker may not be balanced properly
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Speaker System Setting 4CH Input 2-channel Speaker System (Monaural) 4-channel Speaker System INPUT CH A INPUT CH B INPUT CH A INPUT CH B Switch to 4CH. Switch to 4CH. Speaker output CH A LeftRight RCA cord (option) Right Left RCA cord (option) (min. 4 ) (from Head Unit output terminal) (min. 2 ) (min. 2 ) Speaker output CH A (from Head Unit output terminal) Subwoofer (Bridge connection) (Monaural) Subwoofer Speaker output CH B (Bridge connection) Speaker output CH B (
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Speaker System Setting (continued) Speaker System Setting 2-channel Speaker System (Stereo) 2CH Input Special Application INPUT 4-channel Speaker System Example: If the Head Unit only has a single pre-out, connect it to this unit for 4-channel audio output. Input the left channel (white). Input the right channel (red). Switch to 2CH. RCA cord (option) (from Head Unit output terminal) Speaker output CH A Not used. Right Left (min. 2 ) RCA cord (option) (min. 2
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Speaker System Setting Note for Bridge Speaker Connection In case of 2-channel/stereo connection: 2-channel (Monaural) Speaker System In case of multiple speakers to be mounted in a bridge connection, confi rm the summed impedance to be 4 8 INPUT in order to avoid ignition, smoking, or damage. Summed impedance: 4 Summed impedance: 4 Speaker: 2 RCA cord (option) Speaker: 8 Speaker: 8 (from Head Unit output terminal) Speaker: 2 Right Speaker output (min. 4 ) Do
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Installation Installation Hardware Preparation Mounting the Unit (For Installation) Install the unit to a metallic portion of the car Caution Caution Since the power amplifi er has a very large output, the No. Item Diagram Qty. Never mount the unit in any of the following locations unit should be installed in the boot of your car. Please follow the laws and regulations of your Tapping Screw 4 to avoid damage due to overheating; province or country for installation of the u
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Wiring Make sure to use the ground lead (black) separately Caution Speaker Output Terminal Screw Connection sold and specially designed for car audio system, and This unit is designed for use in a car having a 12 V to connect it to the metal portion of the car chassis. 1 Using a nipper or cutter, expose approximately 10 mm negative ground battery system. Wire the battery lead (yellow), the ground lead (black), long of the core of the speaker cord and twist its end. Be sure to
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Wiring Speaker Connections with RCA cord Speaker Connections with SPEAKERS INPUT Connectors Example: 4 channel speaker connection (4CH input) Example: 4 channel speaker connection (4CH input) Note for RCA Input Connection: Selectively assign each front and rear output to either RCA INPUT A or B, in accordance with the system from which the output is coming. INPUT SELECT 4/2 CHANNEL SWITCH In case of a single line coming from the RCA output of Head Unit, connect the line to R
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Wiring Speaker Connections with RCA cord Speaker Connections with SPEAKERS INPUT Connectors Example: 2 channel speaker connection Example: 2 channel speaker connection INPUT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT LINE OUTPUT SPEAKERS When connecting another power amplifi er: SPEAKERS INPUT SPEAKERS Not used. INPUT INPUT (Not used.) L (White) L (White) R (Red) R (Red) Speaker lead’s color Channel Ground lead White Left ( ) RCA cord White/black stripe Left ( ) (option) RCA cord Gray Rig
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Wiring Speaker Connections with RCA cord Speaker Connections with SPEAKERS INPUT Connectors Example: 2 channel Input System Example: 2 channel Input System INPUT SELECT INPUT LINE INPUT SELECT OUTPUT SPEAKERS When connecting another power amplifi er: SPEAKERS INPUT SPEAKERS Not used. INPUT INPUT (Not used.) L (White) L (White) R (Red) R (Red) Speaker lead’s color Channel Ground lead White Left () RCA cord White/black stripe Left ( ) Speaker input connector (option) Gray R
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Possible solution If You Suspect Something Wrong Warning Check and take steps as described below. Do not use the unit in abnormal condition, for No sound available. There is an electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone near the unit or example, without sound, or with smoke or foul (continued) its electrical lines. If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, smell, which can cause ignition or electric shock. Keep
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Troubleshooting (continued) Specifi cations Product Servicing Power Supply: DC 12 V (11 V–16 V), test Power Supply: DC 12 V (11 V–16 V), test Power Supply: DC 12 V (11 V–16 V), test If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the problem, voltage 14.4 V, voltage 14.4 V, voltage 14.4 V, we recommend that you take it to your nearest authorized Negative Ground Negative Ground Negative Ground Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced Curren
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Informations concernant la sécurité Veuillez lire le manuel d’instructions qui accompagne l’appareil et les autres composants de votre chaîne Avertissement Avertissement Mise en garde audio pour véhicule avant d’utiliser cette dernière. Lors de de l’utilisation de l’appareil, respecter les Tenir compte des avertissements suivants lors Lors de l’installation, respecter les Il contient des instructions pour une utilisation sûre avertissements suivants. de l’utilisation de cet appareil. avert
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Informations concernant la sécurité (suite) Mise en garde Utiliser l’entretoise fournie pour installer l’appareil, Mise en garde concernant le câble d’alimentation Lors de l’installation, respecter les mises en de sorte que le ventilateur et l’orifi ce d’aération ne (en option) : garde suivantes. Confi er le câblage et l’installation à un technicien soient pas recouverts du côté de la base de Suivre les instructions d’un expert pour ce qui est de d’entretien qualifi é. l’appareil.
