Panasonic 5300U User manual

R
Heavy Duty CD Player / Weather Band Receiver
with CD Changer Control
Heavy Duty CD player/Weather Band Receiver
CQ-5500U/5300U
Operating Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.

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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, manufactured with carefully selected components and assembled by people
who take pride in their work. Once you discover the quality, reliability, and value we have built into this
product, you too will be proud to be a member of our family.
❏Use This Equipment Safely
When Driving
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions.
When Washing Vehicle
Do not expose the equipment, including the speakers and CDs, to water or excessive moisture. This
could cause electrical shorts, fire, or other damage.
When Parked
Parking in direct sunlight can produce very high temperatures inside your vehicle. Give the interior a
chance to cool down before switching the unit on.
Use the Proper Power Supply
This equipment is designed to operate off a 12 volt, negative ground battery system (the normal system
in a North American vehicle.)
Use Authorized Service Centers
Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust this precision equipment. Please refer to the Servicenter list
included with this product for service assistance.
Protect the Compact Disc Mechanism
Avoid inserting any foreign matters to the slot of the compact disc.
Failure to observe this may cause malfunction due to sensitive mechanism of this unit.
Notes:
CQ-5500U can be connected to an optional CD changer (CX-DP801EUC, etc.) and a wired remote
control unit (CA-RC300U).
For connection and operation of CD changer and wired remote control unit, refer to the operating
instructions of that unit.
A wireless remote control unit (CA-RC500U) is optional (only for CQ-5500U).
Find the model number and serial number on either the back or bottom of the unit. Please record them
in the space below and retain this booklet as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in
identification in case of theft.
MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER
DATE PURCHASED FROM
CQ-5500U/5300U
Note: This operating instruction manual is for two models CQ-5500U and CQ-5300U.
The differences between these models are mentioned below. All illustrations throughout this manual
represent model CQ-5500U unless otherwise specified.
Model
Features
Wired remote control
Wireless remote control
AUX-IN
CD changer control
S.HDB/LOUD
preamp-out
Temperature Reading
CQ-5500U
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
S.HDB
Yes
Yes
CQ-5300U
None
None
None
None
LOUD
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Contents
Use This Equipment Safely ...................................................................Page 2
Laser Products ......................................................................................Page 4
Part 15 of the FCC Rules ......................................................................Page 4
❏Power and Sound Controls ......................................................................5
How to adjust the volume, mute, balance, and tone for best listening
❏Radio Basics..............................................................................................7
Mode selection, manual and automatic tuning, band selection,
preset stations
❏Compact Disc Player Basics..................................................................11
Play, repeat, random and scan
❏CD Changer Basics.................................................................................13
Play, repeat, random and scan, error messages.
Note: CD changer controls are applicable to units with optional CD changer
unit (sold separeately).
❏Clock Basics............................................................................................15
Setting the time, selecting the clock display, alarm operation
❏Temperature Reading .............................................................................17
❏If abnormal operation appears...............................................................17
❏In case of Malfunction ............................................................................17
❏Installation Guide....................................................................................18
Step-by-step procedures, electrical connections
❏Troubleshooting......................................................................................27
Troubleshooting tips, where to get service help
Specifications .............................................................................................30

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❏Laser Products (Applies to laser product used in the United States only.)
Caution:
This product utilizes a laser.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Laser products:
Wave Length 780 nm
Laser Power No hazardous radiation is emitted with safety protection.
Label indications and their locations
Product complies with DHHS Rules 21
CFR, Subchapter J in effect as of date of
manufacture.
Matsushita Electric (Taiwan) Co., Ltd.
Taipei, Taiwan
MANUFACTURED
Certification Label
Model No.
Manufactrued by Matsushita Electric
(Taiwan) Co.,Ltd. Taipei Taiwan
Made in Taiwan
Serial No.
Identification Label
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause
harmful interference.
12V 4~8Ω10A FM75Ω
CQ-5500U
Certification label
5500U
Identification label Front
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This unit has been manufactured under the Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Do not attempt to make any changes or modifications to this unit.
Part 15 of the FCC Rules

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Power and Sound Controls
BASS/TREB/BAL/FADER
BASS/TREB/BAL/FADER
Power
If the vehicle is not running yet, turn the key in the ignition until the
accessory indicator lights.
Press [PWR] to switch on the power.
Changing Audio Modes
Press this knob [SEL] to change the audio mode as follows.
VOL aBASS aTRE
(Volume) (Treble)
cd
FADE bBAL
(Fader) (Balance)
Volume
Press the knob to select the volume mode and then turn it
clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the volume level.
Bass and Treble
Press the knob to select the BASS or TREBLE mode and then turn
it clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
bass/treble level.
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0 to 40
-12 to 12 -12 to 12
Volume Level
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Anti-Volume-Blast Circuit
At power on, the volume returns to the previous level slowly if
the level was at 20 or higher.

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Fader
Press the knob to select the FADER mode and then turn it
clockwise or counterclockwise to shift the sound volume to the front
or rear speakers.
S•HDB (Super High Definition Bass)
(Only for CQ-5500U)
This featare enhances bass definition.
Press and hold [MUTE] (S•HDB) for more than 2 seconds to
activate high-defintion bass.
Press and hold [MUTE] (S•HDB) for more than 2 seconds to
cancel.
Note: In the audio mode (BASS/TRE/BAL/FADE), the display
will return to regular operation mode when there is no input for
more than 5 seconds (2 seconds in the VOL mode).
or R 1 to 15 Fader Center
Press and hold
Press and hold
Balance
Press the knob to select the BALANCE mode and then turn it
clockwise or counterclockwise to shift the sound volume to the right
or left speakers.
or L 1 to 15 Balance Center
Power and Sound Controls
(continued)
(F: Front, R: Rear)
(R: Right, L: Left)
Tone Enhancement (Loudness)
(Only for CQ-5300U)
Press and hold [MUTE] (LOUD) for more than 2 seconds to
enhance bass and treble tones when listening at low or medium
volume.
Press and hold [MUTE] (LOUD) for more than 2 seconds again to
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SS/TREB/BAL/FADER
Selecting Auxiliary Source
(Only for CQ-5500U)
Press and hold [MODE] (AUX) for more than 2 seconds to select
AUX Input mode.
Connect the auxiliary equipment (any other appropriate
equipment) to AUX IN Connector.
Canceling AUX Input mode
Press [MODE] (AUX) to resume the previous mode.
Press and hold
Power and Sound Controls
(continued)
Mute
Press [MUTE] to mute the sound completely.
Press [MUTE] again to cancel.
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Radio Basics
To change to the tuner mode
In case of CD changer mode or CD mode, press [MODE].
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Selecting a Band
Press [BAND] to change the band setting as follows.
FM1 aFM2 aW/B aAM
(Weather Band)
cd
"ST" indicator lights when FM stereo broadcast available.
Manual Tuning
Press [TUNE jj]or [TUNE ii]to tune in a higher or lower
frequency.
Seek Tuning
Press and hold [SEEK jj]or [SEEK ii]for more than 0.5
seconds, then release it.
Seek tuning will automatically stop when a signal of the next
broadcast station is received.
Hold and release
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S/TREB/BAL/FADER
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S/TREB/BAL/FADER
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Mode Selection
Press [MODE] to change the operation mode as follows.
Radio aCompact Disc aCD Changer (when connected)
(Only for CQ-5500U)
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Press and hold [MODE] for more
than 2 seconds.
(Only for CQ-5500U)
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SS/TREB/BAL/FADER
Station Preset
FM1, FM2 and AM can save maximum 6 stations each in their preset station memories.
Manual Station Preset
Press [BAND] to select a desired band.
Use manual or seek tuning to find a station to be stored in the
preset memory.
Press and hold one of the preset buttons [1] to [6] until the
display blinks once.
Note: You can change the memory setting by repeating the above
procedure.
Tuning in a Preset Station
Press the corresponding preset buttons [1] to [6] to tune in a preset
station.
Auto Station Preset
Select a band and press and hold [BAND] (APM: Auto Preset
Memory) for more than 2 seconds.
The 6 strongest available stations will be automatically saved in
the memory on preset buttons [1] to [6].
Once set, the preset stations are sequentially scanned for 5
seconds each.
Notes:
In the case of Auto Station Preset mode, only FM2 is available for
FM stations. (FM1 is not available.)
Auto Station Preset is not activated in Weather Band.
Any stations preset previously on the selected band will be erased.
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Press and hold
Press and hold
Preset Number
Radio Basics (continued)
ASS/TREB/BAL/FADER
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Caution: To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations while you are driving.

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Tuning in a Weather Band
Station
Press any of the buttons [1] to [6] to monitor the preset station.
Weather Band Stations
National Weather Radio Broadcasts from over 380 locations
throughout the U.S. on seven VHF/FM frequencies.
Tune to weather band to receive continuous weather information 24
hours a day on one of the following frequencies.
1. 162.550 MHz
2. 162.400 MHz
3. 162.475 MHz
4. 162.425 MHz
5. 162.450 MHz
6. 162.500 MHz
7. 162.525 MHz
Occasionally the frequency of an existing or planned station must
be changed because of unexpected radio frequency interference
with adjacent NOAA Weather Radio Stations and/or with other
Government or Commercial Operations within the area. If you have
a question concerning NOAA Weather Radio, please contact your
nearest National Weather Service Office.
Note: The weather band (CH1-6) has been preset. CH7 is
selected by pressing [jj]or [ii].
WB Weather Band Frequency Channel Number
The frequency (162) remains unchanged.

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Compact Disc Player Basics
To play CD
Insert the disc and play starts automatically.
"LOAD" will be displayed until the disc is loaded. Play starts from
the first track.
Note: While the disc is in the deck, " " indicator lights.
Disc Ejection
Press [u]to stop CD play, and the disc will eject quietly from the
CD slot. (During disc ejection, "EJ" will be displayed.)
Selection a Track
Press [jj]once to go to the next track.
Press [ii]once to play from the beginning of the current track.
Press twice to play the previous track.
Press repeatedly to skip the desired number of tracks.
Searching a Track
Press and hold [jj]or [ii]for more than 0.5 seconds to activate
fast forward or reverse.
Release [jj]or [ii]to resume the regular CD play.
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Hold and release
Caution: Only
12 cm CD is
available for
this unit.
Caution: Do not use irregularly-shaped CD. Failure to observe this
may cause malfunction.
Disc
Disc
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Repeating a Track
Press [5](RPT: REPEAT) to repeat the current selection.
Press [5](RPT: REPEAT) again to cancel.
Random Selection
Press [6](RDM: RANDOM). A random selection of music is
played from all available tracks.
Press [6](RDM: RANDOM) again to cancel.
Scanning Track
Press [4](CD SCAN). The display will blink and the first 10
seconds of each track on the disc play in sequence.
Press [4](CD SCAN) again to cancel.
REPEAT
RANDOM
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CD Changer Basics (Only for CQ-5500U)
Starting the CD Changer
Once the CD changer has been connected, press [MODE] to
change to the CD changer mode. When a disc magazine is
inserted, CD play starts automatically.
Selecting a Disc
Press [1] (iDISC) or [2] (DISC j) to select a disc in descending
or ascending order.
Then, the selected disc will start to play from the first track.
Note: The number of discs you can load the CD changer with is
specific to each model.
Selecting a Track
Press [jj]to advance to the next track.
Press [ii]to start play from the beginning of the current track.
Press [jj]or [ii]repeatedly to skip the desired number of tracks.
Searching a Track
Press and hold [jj]or [ii]for more than 0.5 seconds to activate
fast forward or reverse.
Release [jj]or [ii]to resume regular CD changer play.
Note: CD changer functions are designed for an optional CD changer unit.
Hold and release
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Track Repeat
Press [5](RPT: REPEAT) to repeat the current selection.
"REPEAT" indicator lights.
Press [5](RPT: REPEAT) again to cancel.
Random Selection
Press [6](RDM: RANDOM). A random selection of music is
played from all available discs/tracks.
Press [6](RDM: RANDOM) again to cancel.
Note: The Random mode will stop and the disc select function will
operate once the [1] (iDISC) or [2] (DISC j) is pressed.
Scanning Track
Press [4](CD SCAN). The display blinks and the first 10 seconds
of each track on the discs play in sequence.
Press [4](CD SCAN) again to cancel.
❏Error Display Messages
Appears on the display when the
compact disc is dirty or inverted.
Selects the next available compact
disc.
Appears on the display when
compact disc is scratched. Selects
the next available compact disc.
Appears on the display when there
is no disc in the magazine.
Appears on the display when the
CD changer stops operating for
some reason. Please turn off the
vehicle engine (ACC off), disconnect
radio harness for 1 minute then
reconnect.
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Clock Basics (The clock system is 12-hours.)
Initial Time
Press and hold [CLK] to set time. Display blinks, and the time
setting mode is activated.
Press [ii]to set the hour.
Press [jj]to set the minute.
(Hold [ii]or [jj]to change numbers rapidly.)
Once the time has been set, release [CLK].
Note: When the clock is not set yet, "SET" is displayed.
Time Reset
When you want to reset the time, repeat steps and above.
Clock Display
Press [CLK] to display the current time.
Press [CLK] again to return to previous display.
Note: The current time will be displayed at all the time even the
power of the radio is turned off.
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Alarm Time Setting
Press and hold [ALM] to set alarm time. Display blinks, and the
alarm time setting mode is activated.
Press [ii]to set the hour.
Press [jj]to set the minute.
(Hold [ii]or [jj]to change numbers rapidly.)
When you have set the alarm time, release [ALM].
Note: When the alarm is not set yet, "AM 12:00" is displayed.
Alarm Time Reset
To reset the alarm time, repeat steps and above.
Alarm Operation
Alarm is switched to ON or OFF each time [ALM] is pressed.
When the alarm is switched to ON, the alarm will sound at the set
alarm time.
Turning off the Alarm Sound
The alarm will turn off automatically after 90 seconds. Otherwise,
press [ALM] once.
Cautions:
Be careful not to set wrong alarm time, otherwise, the alarm may sound while driving.
If the alarm is set, be sure to check the set alarm time by pressing and holding [ALM] for more than
2 seconds.
If volume is set at "0" level, the output volume will be muted. (Even when ALARM is acting.)
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Press and hold
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Alarm output Volume Selection
You can select ALARM VOL 1 (or VOL 2) by pressing [ALM] in
sequence and the display will show as follows.
ALARM TIME aALM VOL 1 aALM VOL 2
(display 3 seconds) (display 2 seconds) (display 2 seconds)
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BASS/TREB/BAL/FADER
BASS/TREB/BAL/FADER
Temperature Reading
(Only for CQ-5500U)
To read the temperatare outside the vehicle, press and hold the
knob [SEL] for more than 2 seconds. The current temperature in
Fahrenheit appears on the display.
Press and release the knob [SEL] to shift the temperature display
to the current operating mode.
Press and hold the knob [SEL] for more than 2 seconds again to
cancel the temperature reading mode.
Notes:
The temperature Sensor Lead must be connected. (option)
The temperature reading range is -22°F~140°F. The display will -
22°F when the temperature is lower than -22°F or 140°F when
higher than 140°F.
If you change the temparature reading mode to the other mode
(EX. Tape mode CD changer mode) the display will show that
mode for 5 seconds and then resume the temperature reading.
Press and hold
Press and release
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In Case of Malfunction
Reset Switch
If the unit does not respond when the function buttons are
pressed, press the reset switch with a small pointed object,
such as a pencil point. This will restore the unit to its default
settings. All previously stored memory settings will be
erased. Repeat the necessary steps in the previous pages to
reprogram the clock and memory settings. If pressing the
reset switch does not restore normal operation, please return
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Installation Guide
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 dangers in attempting to
install this product.
Any attempt to install this product in a motor vehicle by anyone
other than qualified installer could cause damage to the electrical
system and could result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING
❏Overview
This equipment should be installed by a
professional. However, if you plan to install this
unit yourself, your first step is to decide where to
install it. The instructions in these pages will
guide you through the remaining steps: (Please
refer to "WARNING" statement above).
Identify and label the vehicle wires.
Connect the vehicle wires to the wires of the
power connector.
Install the unit in the dash.
Check the operation of the unit.
If you do encounter problems, please consult
your nearest authorized dealer.
Caution: This unit will operate with a 12 volt DC
negative ground auto battery system only. Do
not attempt to use it in any other system. Doing
so could cause serious damage.
Before you begin installation, look for the following
items included in the packing with your unit.
Warranty Card ...... Fill this out promptly
Panasonic Servicenter for Service Directory
...... Keep for future reference in case the unit
needs servicing
Installation Hardware ...... Needed for in-dash
installation
❏Installation Hardware
No.
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2
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
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

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Item
Mounting Collar
Plain Washer (5 mmφ)
Spring Washer (5 mmφ)
Hex. Nut (5 mmφ)
Rear Support Strap
Hex. Bolt
(5 mmφ×25 mm)
Toothed Lock Washer
(5 mmφ)
Power Connector
Removal Tool
(U-shaped)
Diagram Qty
1
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❏Required Tools
You'll need a screwdriver, a 1.5 volt AA battery
and the following:
12 V DC ELECTRICAL SIDE-CUT
TEST BULB TAPE PLIERS
❏Dashboard Specifications
❏Identify All Leads
The first step in installation is to identify all the
vehicle wires you'll use when hooking up your
sound system.
As you identify each wire, we suggest that you
label it using masking tape and a permanent
marker. This will help avoid confusion when
making connections later.
Note: Do not connect the power connector to the
stereo unit until you have made all connections.
If there are no plastic caps on the stereo hooking
wires, insulate all exposed leads with electrical
tape until you are ready to use them. Identify the
leads in the following order.
Power Lead
If your vehicle has a radio or is pre-wired for one:
Cut the connector wires one at a time from the
plug (leaving the leads as long as possible) so
that you can work with individual leads.
Turn the ignition on to the accessory position, and
ground one lead of the test bulb to the chassis.
Touch the other lead of the test bulb to each of
the exposed wires from the cut radio connector
plug. Touch one wire at a time until you find the
outlet that causes the test bulb to light.
Now turn the ignition off and then on. If the bulb
also turns off and on, that outlet is the vehicle
power lead.
If your vehicle is not wired for an audio unit:
Go to the fuse block and find the fuse port for
radio (RADIO), accessory (ACC), or ignition
(IGN).
Battery Lead
If your stereo unit has a yellow lead, you will
need to locate the vehicle's battery lead.
Otherwise you may ignore this procedure. (The
yellow battery lead provides continuous power to
maintain a clock, memory storage or other
function.)
If your vehicle has a radio or is pre-wired for one:
With the ignition and headlights off, identify the
vehicle battery lead by grounding one lead of the
test bulb to the chassis and checking the
remaining exposed wires from the cut radio
connector plug.
If your vehicle is not wired for an audio unit:
Go to the fuse block and find the fuse port for the
battery, usually marked BAT.
Speakers
Identify the vehicle speaker leads. There will be
two leads for each speaker, usually color coded.
THICKNESS
MIN. 3/16" (4.75 mm)
MAX. 7/32" (5.56 mm)
7-5/32" (182mm)
2-3/32" (53 mm)
Installation Guide (continued)