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AAC WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver Récepteur/lecteur CD avec lecture AAC/WMA/MP3 Reproductor de CD, AAC, WMA y MP3/receptor CQ-C8405U/C8305U Model: CQ-C8405U SOURCE MENU TUNE TRACK /SET/APM TILT FOLDER /P-SET/DISC (CQ-C8405U) BAND DISP OPEN MUTE SBC-SW LIST O O perating Instructions Operating Instructions Manuel d’instructions...
They contain instructions about how to use the sys- from improper connections and operations. The meanings of tem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no the pictographs are explained below. It is important that you responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to fully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to observe the instructions given in this manual.
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For maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer. If any part of your body or clothing comes into contact with Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from your battery liquid, wash it with plenty of water. ●...
This operating instruction manual is for 2 models CQ-C8405U and CQ-C8305U. The difference between these models’ are mentioned below. All screens and main body illustrations in this book represent CQ-C8405U unless otherwise specified. Models CQ-C8405U...
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Accessories and their parts numbers are subject to modification without prior notice due to improve- ments. ¡ Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are mounted on the Rear Support Strap Removable Face main unit at shipment. Plate Case (YFG044C002ZA) (YFC054C089CA) Q'ty: 1 Q'ty: 1 CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
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Link : “Servicentres locator” under “Customer sup- Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books port” online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE or, send your request by E-mail to: Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and npcparts@panasonic.com...
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“as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service. Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect CARRY-IN OR MAIL-IN SERVICE for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
31) Expansion Module (hub unit) * This software is downloadable from Panasonic Web site Connection of the Expansion Module (hub unit, CY-EM100U) (http://panasonic.co.jp/pas/en/software/customize/index.html) allows users to connect up to 4 optional devices shown below.
Operations executable only with remote control ¡Preset station calling with one-touch operation page 21) ¡ Direct access to tracks on CDs page 23, 25) ¡ Random and repeat play with one-touch operation page 23, 25) ¡ Scan playback page 23, 25) CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. tough pointed object. Back side Note: Battery Information: Battery Type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025) w Put a battery in the case (Included in the remote control) with (+) side facing up. Battery Life: Approximately 6 months under normal use e Put the case back.
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For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET). Press [PUSH SEL], and the clock Press [MENU] to close the menu adjustment screen appears. screen. For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET). For using the remote control, hold down [SEL] (MENU) for 2 sec. or more. CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
General This chapter explains how to turn on or off the power, how to adjust the volume, etc. Power on CQ-C8405U Press [SOURCE] (PWR: POWER). SOURCE MENU TUNE TRACK /SET/APM TILT FOLDER/P-SET/DISC BAND DISP OPEN MUTE SBC-SW LIST Power off Hold down [SOURCE] (PWR: POWER) until you hear a beep, then release it.
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Open/Eject Press [uOPEN]. CQ-C8405U SOURCE When a disc is already loaded, the disc will automatically MENU be ejected. TUNE TRACK /SET/APM TILT FOLDER/P-SET/DISC BAND DISP OPEN MUTE SBC-SW LIST Tilt Cautions The display angle changes among 4 levels as follows ¡...
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General (continued) The source changes as follows every time CQ-C8405U SOURCE [SOURCE] is pressed. MENU TUNE TRACK /SET/APM TILT FOLDER/P-SET/DISC BAND DISP OPEN MUTE SBC-SW LIST Radio System-up Connector FM1, FM2, FM3, AM page 20) Device connected to the System-up Connector of this...
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The display changes as follows every time [DISP: CQ-C8405U DISPLAY] is pressed. SOURCE Note: The graphic pattern and still image are selectable. MENU TUNE page 30) TRACK /SET/APM TILT FOLDER/P-SET/DISC BAND DISP OPEN MUTE SBC-SW LIST At power-on: Mode Display OFF All displays disappear in 5 seconds.
(regarding BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, FADER, SUB.W, LPF, HPF, REAR). SRS WOW™ is 3-D sound technology based on the HRTF (Head Related Transfer Function) theory. Unlike CQ-C8405U conventional audio systems, “natural 3-D sound field”, SOURCE “rich bass”, and “crisp and clear sound” can be obtained...
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The equalizer curve is selectable from among preset 6 types (FLAT, ROCK, POP, VOCAL, JAZZ, and CLUB) CQ-C8405U SOURCE depending on your listening category. MENU Note: SQ is not changeable when SRS WOW is enabled. TUNE TRACK /SET/APM TILT FOLDER/P-SET/DISC...
Radio This chapter explains how to listen to the radio. Press [SOURCE] to select the radio CQ-C8405U SOURCE mode. MENU TUNE TRACK /SET/APM TILT Press [BAND] to select a band. FOLDER/P-SET/DISC BAND DISP OPEN MUTE SBC-SW LIST Preset station selection [{] (P-SET: Preset): Lower preset number Select a station.
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Stations with good receiving conditions automatically Notes: preset. ¡ In step 2, a station can be registered by holding down Select a band. CQ-C8405U the numeric button [1] to [6] for 2 sec. or more. ¡ To stop presetting stations, press [DISP: Hold down...
¡ Do not insert foreign matter into the disc slots. When a disc is already loaded, press [SOURCE] to select the CD mode. CQ-C8405U SOURCE Press [uOPEN to open the face plate. MENU TUNE...
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Press [RANDOM]. Press again to cancel. Direct Access REPEAT Press [REPEAT]. A track can be directly selected. Press again to cancel. Example: track number 5 Press [#] (NUMBER). Press [5]. Press [SET]. Note: To suspend direct selection, press [DISP] (DISPLAY). CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
MP3/WMA/AAC Player This unit can play MP3, WMA, and AAC files. When a disc is already loaded, press [SOURCE] to select the compressed audio mode. CQ-C8405U Press [uOPEN] to open the face plate. SOURCE MENU When a disc is already loaded (...
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For folder selection, enter a number after pressing [#] You can find your favorite file by playing first 10-sec. of (NUMBER) twice. each file. ¡ To suspend direct selection, press [DISP] SCAN (All files) (DISPLAY). Press [SCAN]. Press again to cancel. CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
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Characters may be garbled depending on encoding characters. (Unicoded file and folder names are software to be used reduced by half in the number of displayable charac- ¡ Undisplayable characters and symbols will be convert- ters.) ed into an asterisk ( CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
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Corporation in the United Above description complies with our investigations as of States and/or other October 2006. It has no warranty for reproducibility and countries/regions. displayability of MP3/WMA/AAC. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
(Setting range: 0 to –15, Default: –10) w : Down q : Up w : Down Note: Do not activate SQ and Bass/Treble at same time to avoid causing sound distortion. Note: The rear level is adjustable only when SRS WOW is enabled. page 18) CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
Press [PUSH SBC-SW LIST SEL] to adjust. For using the remote control, use [BAND] (SET). Press [MENU] to close the menu lights when disactivated. screen. For using the remote control, hold down [SEL] (MENU) for 2 sec. or more. CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
DEMONSTRATION Notes: ¡ Switching by [PUSH SEL]. The graphic pattern and still image are changeable. page 31) Demonstration screen at no operation ¡ If corrupted data is selected, “DISPLAY FILE INCOM- (default) PLETE” appears. page 32) OFF: Regular screen CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
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 from the Panasonic Web site and the data that is stored with a digital camera or other devices and processed with exclusive software, IMAGE STUDIO.
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In such further information. a case, try customizing again. ¡ The default image exists on the Panasonic Web site. If Panasonic Web site: you would like to restore it, download the image from (http://panasonic.net) the site.
If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it is ¡ Do not use the unit in an irregular condition, for recommended to take the unit to your nearest authorized Panasonic example, without sound, or with smoke or a foul Servicenter.
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The power fails The safety device works. unintentionally. Consult your dealer, or your nearest Panasonic Servicenter. Antenna installation or wiring of antenna cable is faulty. Check whether the antenna mounting position and its wiring are correct. In addition, check to see whether the antenna ground is securely connected to Poor reception or the chassis.
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Noise is heard with With some CDs, noise may be heard in the treble range when playing compressed “RE-MASTER” at audio files into which the CD tracks were encoded with “RE-MASTER” enabled. If noise is heard, set “RE-MASTER” to “OFF”. “ON” CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
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The sensor is exposed to direct sunlight. (The remote control unit may not be opera- ble when the sensor is exposed to direct sunlight. In such a case, the system is not faulty.) Block off sunlight to the sensor. CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
Create a new disc if necessary. A WMA file can be copyrighted. (After 5 seconds) The file protected by copyright is not playable. To next file automatically No disc. System Upgrade Guidebook Note: Refer to the for error messages regarding optional products. CQ-C8405U/C8305U...
Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a soft cloth for routine exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents. If the fuse blows out, consult your dealer, or your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter. Warning ¡...
4 – 8 Ω Speaker Impedance Pre-amp output voltage 5 V (CQ-C8405U), 2.5 V (CQ-C8305U) (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB) Subwoofer-output voltage 5 V (CQ-C8405U), 2.5 V (CQ-C8305U) (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB) 60 Ω (CQ-C8405U), 200 Ω (CQ-C8305U) Pre-amp output impedance 60 Ω...
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Panasonic Consumer Panasonic Sales Company, Panasonic Canada Inc. Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Puerto 5770 Ambler Drive, Division of Panasonic Rico, Inc. (“PSC”) Mississauga, Ontario Corporation of North America Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 L4W 2T3 One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, San Gabriel Industrial Park, http://www.panasonic.ca...