Page 2 - Safety Information; Use the proper power supply.; Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
2 Safety Information CQ-C800U Warning Observe the following warnings when usingthis unit. ❑ The driver should neither watch the display noroperate the system while driving. Watching the display or operating the system will distractthe driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can causeaccidents. ...
Page 3 - English; Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.; In case of battery leakage
3 English Safety Information CQ-C800U Caution Observe the following cautions when using thisunit. ❑ Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level. Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road andtraffic conditions while driving. ❑ Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to becaught in th...
Page 4 - Caution; Part 15 of the FCC Rules; Before Reading These Instructions
4 Safety Information (continued) CQ-C800U Caution THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCEOF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREINMAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR BY YOURSELF.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIF...
Page 5 - Before Reading These Instructions (continued); Safety Information, Before Reading These Instructions
5 Before Reading These Instructions (continued) English Safety Information, Before Reading These Instructions CQ-C800U Accessories SEL SRC BAND MUTE 2 3 1 5 8 0 6 4 9 7 # VOL DISP CAR AUDIO MENU SEL POWER SOURCE SRC SET BAND MUTE 2 3 1 5 8 0 6 4 9 7 # VOL RANDOM NUMBER TUNE TUNE SCAN REPEAT DISP Rem...
Page 6 - Customer Ser; Service in Puerto Rico; CANADA; WARRANTY SERVICE
6 Before Reading These Instructions (continued) CQ-C800U Customer Ser vices Director y U.S.A. Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance;locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchaseParts and Accessories; or make Customer Service andLiterature requests by visiting our Web Site at: htt...
Page 7 - Limited W
7 CQ-C800U U.S.A. PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.Ave. 65 de infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial ParkCarolina, Puerto Rico ...
Page 8 - Features
CQ-C800U 8 Features Compatible with the AAC format This unit has newly become compatible with AAC-formattedfiles in addition to the existing MP3 and WMA files. Note: Some of AAC files (such as SD-Jukebox type) are not playable. Hands-Free Phone System Connection of the optional Hands-Free Phone Syst...
Page 9 - Contents; Français; Common
CQ-C800U 9 Contents ¡ Safety Information 2 ¡ Before Reading These Instructions 4 ¡ Features 8 ¡ Controls Layout 10 ¡ Preparation (Clock adjustment etc.) 12 ¡ General 14 ¡ Sound Control 18 ¡ Radio 20 ¡ CD Player 22 ¡ MP3/WMA/AAC Player 24 ¡ Audio Setting 28 ¡ Function Setting (Security Function Setti...
Page 10 - Controls Layout; When Face Plate; Main Unit
10 Controls Layout Note: This instruction manual explains operations for use with the buttons on the main unit. (Different operations excluded) CQ-C800U Disc slot When Face Plate Opens BAND ( a page 20) y / 5 Pause/Play ( a page 22, 24) APM Auto Preset Memory ( a page 21) OPEN DISP BAND TILT /SET/ A...
Page 11 - Operations executable only with main unit; Number Buttons
CQ-C800U English 11 Although most of the functions of this unit are executablewith both the main unit and remote control, the followingfunctions are excluded. Operations executable only with main unit ¡ Face panel’s opening, closing, tilting, and removalactions ( a page 15) ¡ Disc ejection ( a page ...
Page 12 - Preparation; Cancellation of demonstration screen; Preparation Before Initial Use; POWER
12 Preparation CQ-C800U Cancellation of demonstration screen Remote Control Preparation Preparation Before Initial Use Pull the insulation film outfrom the backside ofremote control gently. Battery Replacement q w q Remove the battery holder with the remote control unitplaced on a flat surface. q St...
Page 13 - Using Subwoofer
CQ-C800U English 13 Note: Adjust the clock when “ADJUST” appears on the display. 1 Press [MENU] to display the menu display. For using the remote control, hold down [SEL] (MENU) for 2 sec. or more. 2 Press [ ] ] or [ [ ] to display the DISPLAY menu. 3 Turn [VOL] to select “CLOCK ADJ”. For using the ...
Page 14 - Power on; Power off; General; Removing; Cautions; Face Plate Removing/Mounting
Power on Press [SOURCE] ( PWR: POWER ). Power off Hold down [SOURCE] ( PWR: POWER ) until you hear a beep, then release it. 14 General This chapter explains how to turn on or off the power, how to adjust the volume, etc. CQ-C800U You can remove the faceplate to prevent it frombeing stolen. Removing ...
Page 15 - Close; Press; Tilt; Press; Cancel; Press
CQ-C800U English 15 Open/Eject Press [ u OPEN] . When a disc is already loaded, the disc will automaticallybe ejected. Close Press [ u OPEN] . Tilt The display angle changes among 4 levels as followsevery time you hold down [ u OPEN] ( TILT ) for 1 sec. or more and release. Note: The last selected a...
Page 16 - Radio; Source Selection; The source changes as follows every time; Player
16 General (continued) CQ-C800U Radio FM1, FM2, FM3, AM ( a page 20) Source Selection (SOURCE) The source changes as follows every time [SOURCE] is pressed. OPEN DISP BAND TILT /SET/ APM SQ MENU TUNETRACK MUTE D ・ M SBC-SW FOLDER / P-SET / DISC LIST SOURCE PWR / DIM VO L PUS H SEL / SRS W OW CQ-C800...
Page 17 - Display Change
CQ-C800U General English 17 The display changes as follows every time [DISP: DISPLAY ] is pressed. Note: The graphic pattern and still image are selectable. ( a page 30) At power-off: Clock display (default) Mode Folder hierarchy (Compressed Audio Player mode only.) Ordinary display + graphic patter...
Page 18 - Sound Control; DISPLAY; SRS TruBass
18 Sound Control SRS and SQ that provide users with simple adjustment of sound quality are described on this page. Audio Setting ( a page 28) allows users to adjust each speaker and the optional subwoofer in more detail (regarding BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, FADER, SUB.W, LPF,HPF, REAR). CQ-C800U SRS WOW...
Page 19 - SQ changeover; SQ Selection Based on Genre
CQ-C800U 19 English Sound Control The equalizer curve is selectable from among preset 6types (FLAT, ROCK, POP, VOCAL, JAZZ, and CLUB)depending on your listening category. Note: SQ is not changeable when SRS WOW is enabled. ( a page 18) SQ changeover The SQ category is changed every time [SQ] (Sound ...
Page 20 - Frequency adjustment; Preset station selection; Operation Flow; D·M station Calling; D·M station Setting; Direct Memor
20 Radio This chapter explains how to listen to the radio. CQ-C800U 1 Press [SOURCE] to select the radio mode. 2 Press [BAND] to select a band. 3 Select a station. Frequency adjustment [ ] ] ( TUNE ): Lower [ [ ] ( TUNE ): Higher Note: Hold down for 0.5 sec. or more and release for station search. P...
Page 21 - APM; Manual station preset; Station Preset; PRESET
CQ-C800U Radio English 21 Up to 6 stations can be preset in AM, FM1, FM2, and FM3respectively. Preset stations can be simply called up by pressing [ } ] ( P-SET ) or [ { ] ( P-SET ). Notes: ¡ Direct selection can be executed with [1] to [6] but- tons on remote control. ¡ You can switch between 6 and...
Page 22 - CD Player; to open the face plate.; Load a disc with the printed side facing; Track selection; Pause
22 CD Player CQ-C800U Cautions ¡ This unit does not support 8 cm (3 ” ) discs. ¡ Do not use irregularly shaped discs. ( a page 38) ¡ Do not use discs that have a seal or label attached. ¡ To avoid damaging the face plate, do not push it down orplace objects on it while it is open. ¡ Do not pinch you...
Page 23 - Play Mode Selection; SCAN play; Functions Only by
CQ-C800U 23 English CD Player Random and Repeat play can be set. 1 Press [MENU] to display the menu dis- play. For using the remotecontrol, hold down [SEL] (MENU) for 2 sec. or more. 2 Turn [VOL] to select a function to be adjusted. For using the remotecontrol, use [ } ] or [ { ] . 3 Press [PUSH SEL...
Page 24 - Folder selection; Compressed Audio Player Mode Display
24 MP3/WMA/AAC Player This unit can play MP3, WMA, and AAC files. CQ-C800U Operation Flow When a disc is already loaded, press [SOURCE] to select the compressed audio mode. 1 Press [ u OPEN] to open the face plate. When a disc is already loaded ( lights), the disc will automatically be ejected . 2 L...
Page 25 - FOLDER RANDOM, FOLDER REPEAT
CQ-C800U 25 English MP3/WMA/AAC Player Notes: ¡ Refer to the pages 26 and 27 for cautions. ¡ This unit does not support a MIX mode CD (a CD containing both CD-DA and compressed audio files). In case of using such aCD, problems may occur such as anacoustic playback. Random and Repeat play can be set....
Page 26 - Cautions as to compressed audio files; Display Information; Cautions as to the display of; WMA; Setting at file making; Compression formats
26 MP3/WMA/AAC Player (continued) CQ-C800U Cautions as to compressed audio files Display Information Displayable characters ¡ Displayable length of file name/folder name: within 64characters. (Unicoded file and folder names arereduced by half in the number of displayable charac-ters.) ¡ Name files a...
Page 27 - Cautions as to disc making; Compressed audio file writing; Supported file systems; Folder selection order/file playback order; Maximum number of files/folders; Copyright
CQ-C800U 27 English MP3/WMA/AAC Player Cautions as to disc making Compressed audio file writing ¡ Do not save an audio file (CD-DA file) and a com- pressed audio file on the same disc. Failure to observe this may result in difficulty in playing. ¡ If compressed audio files formatted with two ormore ...
Page 28 - Audio Setting; AUDIO Menu Display
28 Audio Setting Adjustment to each speaker and an optional subwoofer CQ-C800U VOLUME Main volume adjustment (Setting range: 0 to 40, Default: 18) q : Up w : Down BASS Bass adjustment (Setting range: -12 dB to +12 dB, 2 dB Step, Default:Bass 0 dB) q : Up w : Down TREBLE Treble adjustment (Setting ra...
Page 29 - Function Setting; Audio Setting, Function Setting; FUNCTION Menu Display; MUTE KEY
CQ-C800U Function Setting Adjustment to display on the FUNCTION menu Audio Setting, Function Setting English FUNCTION Menu Display 29 1 Press [MENU] to display the menu dis- play. For using the remotecontrol, hold down [SEL] (MENU) for 2 sec. or more. 2 Press [ ] ] or [ [ ] to display the FUNC- TION...
Page 30 - Display Setting; DISPLA; GRAPHIC PATTERN; DEMONSTRATION; CLOCK ADJ
30 Display Setting Adjustment to display on the DISPLAY menu CQ-C800U DISPLA Y Menu Display 1 Press [MENU] to display the menu display. For using the remotecontrol, hold down [SEL] (MENU) for 2 sec. or more. 2 Press [ ] ] or [ [ ] to display the DISPLAY menu. 3 Turn [VOL] to select a function to be ...
Page 31 - Customize the Display (Customize Function); CUSTOMIZE Menu Display; PWR
CQ-C800U 31 English Display Setting, Customize the Display (Customize Function) Customize the Display (Customize Function) 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 fromthe Panasonic Web site and the data that ...
Page 32 - Notes on Customize Function; NO FILES DETECTED
CQ-C800U 32 Notes on Customize Function Note on Download Service The download service may be suspended or stoppedwithout advance notice. The download service is notavailable in some areas. Please visit the site below forfurther information. Panasonic Web site: (http://panasonic.net) Notes on IMAGE S...
Page 33 - roubleshooting; Troubleshooting; If You Suspect Something Wrong; Problem; No power to the; Noise is made in
CQ-C800U 33 English Customize the Display (Customize Function), T roubleshooting Troubleshooting If You Suspect Something Wrong Check and take steps as described below. If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it isrecommended to take the unit to your nearest authorized PanasonicServic...
Page 35 - oubleshooting; No playback or; Disc unejectable; CD
CQ-C800U 35 English Tr oubleshooting Problem Possible cause a Possible solution No playback or disc ejected The disc is inserted upside down. a Insert a disc correctly. There is a flaw or foreign material on the disc. a Remove the foreign material, or use a flawless disc. Sound skipping or noise The...
Page 36 - Remote control unit; No response to
CQ-C800U 36 Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible cause a Possible solution Remote control unit No response to pressing buttons The battery is inserted in the wrong direction. A wrong battery is inserted. a Insert a correct battery in the correct direction. The battery is weak. a Replace the ...
Page 37 - Error Display Messages; Display
CQ-C800U 37 English Tr oubleshooting, Error Display Messages Error Display Messages The player for some reason cannot read the file you are trying to play. (File recordedin an unsupported file system, compression scheme, data format, file name exten-sion, damaged data, etc.) a Select a file that the...
Page 38 - Notes on Discs; How to hold the disc; Notes on
CQ-C800U 38 Notes on Discs How to hold the disc ¡ Do not touch the underside of the disc. ¡ Do not scratch on the disc. ¡ Do not bend the disc. ¡ When not in use, keep the disc in a case. Do not leave discs in the following places: ¡ In direct sunlight ¡ Near car heaters ¡ Dirty, dusty and damp area...
Page 39 - Specifications; FM
CQ-C800U Specifications 39 Notes on discs, Maintenance/Fuse, Specifications Notes: ¡ Specifications and design are subject to modification without notice due to improvements. ¡ Some figures and illustrations in this manual may be different from your product. General Sampling Frequency 8 times oversa...
