User manual PANASONIC CQ-R575EW

[. . . ] 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. E N G L I S H Use This Product Safely When Driving Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions. Disc Mechanism Do not insert coins or any small objects. Keep screwdrivers and other metallic objects away from the disc mechanism and disc. When Washing Your Car Do not expose the product, including the speakers, CDs and tapes to water or excessive moisture. This could cause electrical shorts, fire, or other damage. Tape Mechanism Keep magnets, screwdrivers or other metallic objects away from the tape mechanism and tape head to prevent poor performance or malfunctions. When Parked Parking in direct sunlight can produce very high temperatures inside your car. Give the interior a chance to cool down before switching the unit on. Use Authorized Service Centers This product is made of precision parts. [. . . ] If you encounter problems, please consult your nearest professional installer. Caution: This unit operates with a 12 volt DC negative ground auto battery system only. Before you begin installation, look for the items on the right which are packed with your unit. Item q Binding-Head Screws (5 mm × 8 mm) w Flat-Head Screws (5 mm × 8 mm) Q'ty 4 8 Required Tools You'll need a screwdriver, a 1. 5 volt AA battery, and the following: 12 V DC Test Bulb Electrical Tape Side-Cut Pliers Dashboard Specifications THICKNESS MIN. 5. 56 mm 103 mm 182mm 32 CQ-R575EWW Identify All Leads The first step in installation is to identify all the car 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. 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. Power Lead If your car 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. If your car has a radio or is pre-wired for one: With the ignition and headlights off, identify the car 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 car is not wired for an audio unit : Go to the fuse block and find the fuse port for the battery, usually marked BAT. A handy way to identify the speaker leads and the speaker they connect with is to test the leads using a 1. 5 volt AA battery as follows. Equipment Connect any optional equipment such as an amplifier, according to the instructions furnished with the equipment. Leave about 30 cm of distance between the speaker cords/amplifier unit and the antenna/ antenna extension cord. Read the operating and installation instructions of any equipment you will connect to this unit. Power Connect the red power lead to the correct wire or to the appropriate fuse port on block. If the stereo unit functions properly with connections made, disconnect the wires ceed to the final installation. car radio the fuse all these and pro- Illumination 1. Connect to light switch, the control button are illuminated. 2. Can not find the light switch, connect the illumination lead (orange with white stripe) to accessory (ACC). Final Installation Lead Connections Connect all wires, making sure that each connection is insulated and secure. Bundle all loose wires and fasten them with tape so they won't fall down later. After making a few final checks, you're ready to enjoy your new auto stereo system. Connect the power cord after completion of other connections to prevent shortings. CAUTION : Never ground the speaker cords. For example, do not use a chassis ground system or a three-wire speaker common system. Each speaker must be connected separately using parallel insulated wires. [. . . ] a If there is a motor antenna in the car, connect the motor antenna relay control lead to the motor antenna lead that is installed in the car correctly. aConnect the battery cable to the terminal that is always live. CD Trouble CD is in the CD compartment but no sound is made, or CD is ejected automatically. Sound skip due to vibration Unstable mounting aMount the unit securely with the mounting parts, referring to the section on Installation. If normal operation is not restored, call the store where you purchased the unit or the nearest Panasonic Service Center to ask for repairs. CD is not ejected. Cassette Tape Trouble No sound Cause / Step Blank tape is inserted in the unit. [. . . ]