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Heavy duty MP3 CD player/weather band receiver
Model: CQ-5250U
Operating Instructions
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¡Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before using this product and
keep this manual for future reference.
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Safety Information ■ ■ Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the components of your car audio system carefully before using product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting the system. They contain instructions about how to use the from improper connections and operations. The meanings of system in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes the pictographs are explained below. It is important that you no
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Observe the following cautions when Caution installing. Observe the following cautions when using ❑ Refer wiring and installation to qualified service personnel. this unit. Installation of this unit requires special skills and experi- ❑ Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level. ence. For maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer. Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from traffic conditions while driving. your own
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Safety Information (continued) The following applies only in the U.S.A. Warning Part 15 of the FCC Rules TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FCC Warning: PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment RAIN, SPLASHING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE. would void the user's authority to operate this device. Caution THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPE
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Limited Warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse- U.S.A. quential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product dev
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Before Reading These Instructions Panasonic welcomes you to our ever growing family of electronic product owners. We know that this product will bring you many hours of enjoyment. Our reputation is built on precise electronic and mechanical engineering, man- ufactured with carefully selected components and assembled by people who take pride in their work. Once you dis- cover the quality, reliability, and value we have built into this product, you too will be proud to be a member of our family.
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Features Front AUX terminal USB Connector Your mobile audio player and other devices are connectable to The USB connector is equipped on the front panel. this unit without any difficulty. Connection of a USB memory (not included) to the USB connector via a USB extension cable (not included) allows users to enjoy MP3/WMA files stored on the USB memory (not Sound Control included) in the car. SQ (Sound Quality) You have four preset modes (FLAT, ROCK, POP and VOCAL). 7 CQ-5250U
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Preparation First time power on Turn the key in the ignition until the accessory 1 indicator lights. Press [SRC] (PWR). 2 Clock adjustment The 12-hour system is used for the clock. Adjust the minute. 5 [ ] :Sets ahead. Press [DISP] (CLK). d 1 [ ] :Sets back. s (Clock display) Minute entered Hold down [DISP] (CLK) for 2 sec. or more. 2 Press [DISP]. 6 Hour blinks Completed Adjust the hour. 3 Notes: [ ] :Sets ahead. d ¡ “ADJUST” is displayed before adjusting the clock. [ ] :Sets back. s ¡ Hold d
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Controls Layout SRC Source (a page 10) u (Eject) (a page 14) PWR Power (a page 10) BAND (a page 12) Disc slot DISP Display (a page 10, etc.) 5 y Play/Pause CLK Clock (a page 8) (a page 14,16) APM Auto Preset Memory (a page 12) USB Connector (a page 16) MUTE (a page 10) Preset Buttons [1] to [6] AUX (a page 12) From line output of SQ Sound Quality external sound/audio SCROLL (a page 14, etc.) (a page 11) device (ex. Silicon- SCAN/REPEAT/RANDOM (a page 14,16) audio player, HDD FOLDER}/{ (a page
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General Source Selection Display Change The source changes as follows every time [SRC] (Source) Press [DISP] to switch to the clock display. is pressed. When the power is off: Radio FM, AM, WB clock display (default) (a page 12) No display Disc player CD, MP3/WMA Note: “ADJUST” is displayed when the clock is not adjusted. (a page 14) (a page 8) USB MP3/WMA (a page 16) AUX Device connected to the AUX terminal of this unit Power Volume Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume, and counterclock-
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Sound Controls SQ (Sound Quality) SQ is a function that can call up various sound types at the touch of button in accordance with your listening music type. Press [SQ] for more than 2 seconds to select the sound type as follows: (FLAT) flat frequency response: does not emphasize any part. (default) (ROCK) speedy and heavy sound: exaggerates bass and treble. (POP) wide-ranged and deep sound: slightly emphasizes bass and treble. (VOCAL) clear sound: emphasizes middle tone and slightly emphasizes
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Radio Band Caution Press [BAND] to change the band. To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations while you are driving. (FM stereo) indicator Weather Band lights while receiving an FM stereo signal. (a page 13) Frequency adjustment Preset station selection [TUNE/SEEK ]: Lower Press the corresponding preset button from [1] to [6] to tune in s a preset station. [TUNE/SEEK ]: Higher d Note: Hold down for 0.5 sec. or more and release for station search. Auto Preset Memory (APM) Manual Preset
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Tuning in a Weather Band Station Press [BAND] to select WB (Weather Band). 1 Warning (a page 12) Any NOAA broadcast weather report, including current and Press any of the buttons [1] to [6] to monitor 2 forecasts, may not reflect your actual weather conditions at the preset station. your exact time and location. You should always pay attention to your actual weather conditions to make safe Note: The weather band (CH1-6) has been preset. CH7 is decisions accordingly. selected by pressing [}] or [
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CD/MP3/WMA Player Cautions ¡ Do not insert a disc when the indicator lights. ¡ Refer to the section on “Notes on MP3/WMA”. (a page 30) ¡ This unit does not support 8 cm {3"} discs. ¡ This unit does not support a MIX mode CD (a CD containing both CD-DA and compressed audio data). In case of using ¡ Do not use irregularly shaped discs. (a page 32) ¡ Do not use discs that have a seal or label attached. such a CD, problems may occur such as anacoustic play- back. ¡ Do not insert foreign matter into
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Display change Press [DISP] to change the display. Notes: ¡ For scrolling text, press [3] (SCROLL). ¡ “NO TEXT” is displayed when there is no information on the disc. CD-DA MP3/WMA Track number/ Folder number/File Play time number Disc title* Play time Track title* Folder name/ Album* Clock File name/ Title, artist* * CD TEXT Display Clock Disc title and Track title name are displayed. * ID3 Tag ON/OFF Hold down [3] (SCROLL) for more than 2 seconds. TAG ON: album title and song title/artist name
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USB (MP3/WMA) Compatible USB devices Cautions ¡ USB Mass Storage Class ¡ Do not connect a USB device directly to this unit. If a USB For details as to whether your USB memory/USB Audio is device is connected directly to this unit and an accident compatible with USB Mass Storage Class, please contact occurs, or if the brakes are applied suddenly, the driver or the USB memory/USB Audio manufacturer. passenger may bump into the USB device and may be ¡ USB Standard Compatibility 1.1/2.0 Full Speed i
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Notes: ¡ Refer to the section on “Notes on MP3/WMA”. (a page 30) ¡ Do not leave the USB device for long periods of time in places inside the car where the temperature rises too high. ¡ This unit may not operate correctly if a cable other than a USB standard cable is used. ¡ To prevent dirt and dust from adhering to the USB connector, close the cover of this unit when not in use. ¡ Back up any important data beforehand. We cannot accept responsibility for any lost data. ¡ The use of USB devices t
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Installation WARNING ❐ This installation information is designed for experienced installers and is not intended for non-technical individuals. It does not contain warnings or cautions of potential dan- gers involved in attempting to install this product. Any attempt to install this product in a vehicle by anyone other than a qualified installer could cause damage to the electrical system and could result in serious personal injury or death. ❐ If your vehicle is equipped with air bag and/or anti-
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❐ Preparation ❐ Installation Hardware No. Item Diagram Q’ty Warning q Mounting Collar* 1 If your vehicle is equipped with air bag and/or anti-theft sys- tems, specific procedures may be required for connection and disconnection of the battery to install this product. Plain washer (5 mmø) 2 w Before attempting installation of this electronic component, contact your vehicle dealer or manufacturer to determine the required procedure and strictly follow their instructions. Spring Washer (5 mmø) 2 e
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Installation (continued) Mounting and removing the Main Unit ❏ Mounting Procedures (When using Mounting Collar q) The included Mounting Collar q is designed specially for this unit. Do not use it to attach any other model. Insert Mounting Collar q into the dashboard, and bend the mounting 1 tabs out with a screwdriver. The tabs to be bent vary depending on the vehicle. To securely install the unit, fully bend a number of the tabs so that there is no rattling. Example: Tab q Mounting Power
