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Operation System Please confirm the difference of operating each source.
Contents Before Use E N G L I S H Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Meaning of Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Discs that can be Played Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Preparing the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Inserting and Replacing the Batteries. . . . . . . 22 Setting Up the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Use (continued) E N G L I S H CD Changer Basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Changing the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Scan Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Repeat Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Using Two Changers (Dual changers) . . . . . . 41 Setting Up the Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Information E N G L I S H CAUTION: WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS PRODUCT USES A VISIBLE/INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
❐ Label indication and location E N G L I S H Identification Label OPEN TILT AY E DISPL IVER & ACTIV t4 DVD RECE MOS FET 45W CQ-DVR909 BAND APM POWER MULTI SOURCE SEL. SOURCE REMOTE F/R T A L D I G I X TUNE W DIMR DIMMER AUDIO/V IDEO SPEAKER OPEN/CLOSE MUTE X OUND•MODE VOL W SEL 6 TRACK 5 X P•SET W DISP X DISC W D Model No. N˚ De Modèle C Q - D V R 909 U S•MODE 12V 4~8 15A FM75 Manufactured by Matsushita Communication Industrial Co., Ltd.
Meaning of Symbols E N G L I S H < < Press Hold (2 seconds) 1 Indicates pressing a button. Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. This manual primarily explains how to perform operations using the remote control. When performing an operation directly on the main unit, do as indicated in this box. Indicates that each time you press the button, the display changes as shown. 20 CQ-DVR909U Indicates detailed information about operations and settings.
E N G L I S H Indicates operations that can only be performed through the main unit. Indicates the compatible types of disc.
Discs that can be Played Back E N G L I S H 3 Disc Mark (logo) Disc size Video format DVD audio Region number NTSC 5z(12 cm) DVD video Video CD NTSC 1 All NTSC 3z(8 cm) CD Region Management Information Region Management Information: This product is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information that is recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region number described on the DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this product, this product cannot play this disc.
Setting Up the Speakers Speakers that are Used Front speakers Surround speakers Use the type of speakers that are built into the driver’s door and the passenger’s door. Use the type of speaker that is used on the left and right side of the rear of the passenger cabin, or that is built into the rear deck. Center speaker Subwoofer We recommend you to use the speaker that is built into this unit. When using a separate speaker, install the speaker near the center console of the car, or near the dashboard.
Setting Up the Speakers (continued) E N G L I S H 5 Preparation: ≥ Turn on the power. POWER SOURCE (Main unit: Press 7 ≥ Open the center speaker. Press C.SP (Main unit: POWER SOURCE ) SPEAKER OPEN/CLOSE ) When you adjust the speaker output levels, switch to the disc mode and operate while stopped. (➡ pages 30,32) 1 Select the setting menu When using the main unit SPEAKER OPEN/CLOSE ! POWER SOURCE 1 Switch to setting mode. < Hold (2 seconds) 1 2 Select the setting menu.
Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. Indicates pressing a button. SP TYPE SEL Set Each Speaker Type and whether They are Present or Not 1 FRONT : LARGE 2 1 FRONT : SMALL (Front speaker) OPT•C NONE 2 2 OPT•C SMALL 2 1 1 SUR : LARGE 2 SUB•WFR : YES 2 SUR : SMALL SUB•WFR : NO (Surround speaker) (Subwoofer) E N G L I S H 6 OPT•C LARGE (Center speaker, sold separately) LARGE : Large speaker. When bass playback is possible. (100 Hz or lower is the target.
Common Operations Before performing any of these operations, turn your car’s ignition switch to “ACC” or “ON”. A Power POWER E N G L I S H When using the main unit 6 TRACK 5 SOURCE Press ≥ Turn the power on. ≥ The first time that you turn the unit on, the radio will begin playing and the message “Panasonic Presents……” (demonstration mode) will be displayed.
Indicates pressing a button. Indicates operations that can only be performed through the main unit. Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. Setting the Clock The clock uses a 12-hour display. 3 Finalize the time setting. 1 DISP CLOCK Hold (2 seconds) F 12 : 00 2 Switch between the hours and minutes displays, and set both. : Selects the hours display, which begins to blink. (Main unit: : Selects the minutes display, which begins to blink.
Radio Basics E N G L I S H 1 Select “TUNER” When using the main unit # P•SET " POWER SOURCE Press 9 2 Select the band 1 2 POWER SOURCE 3 BAND X TUNE W 6 TRACK 5 APM PLAY BAND Press FM 1 FM 2 AM 1 FM 3 3 Select the station :Increases the frequency. Press : Decreases the frequency. Press PO SO U W E R RCE SUB AUD IO ANG EAT RAN DOM SEL STO P 7 CA RD VD 5 PAG E 6 8 P 9 0 ST/M ONO PLA YE TRA CK G RP CHATITLE / PTER MUT E U TITL E PLA Y BAN D 3 N C.
Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. Indicates pressing a button. Setting Up Station Presets You can store presets for up to 6 stations in each AM and FM band (up to a maximum of 24). Storing Presets Manually Storing Presets Automatically After selecting a band and a station... After selecting a band... E N G L I S H 10 PLAY 1 4 2 5 3 6 Hold (2 seconds) ≥ When the station is stored in the preset, the frequency will blink once.
DVD Audio•Video/Video CD/CD Basics E N G L I S H Perform these operations with the remote control. Before performing any operation, check the TV connection setting (➡ page 39) . Operations vary according to the disc. For details, refer to the guide provided with the disc. Inserting/Removing the Disc 11 1 Open the panel OPEN TILT Press 2 Insert the disc (It takes a few seconds to load the disc after the panel opens. If you force to insert the disc by hand, the disc may be damaged.
Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. Indicates pressing a button.
•Video/Video CD/CD Basics DVD Audio (continued) E N G L I S H 13 Selecting a Menu Item Some DVD discs have unique menu structures called DVD menu. DVD discs programmed with complex contents provide guide menus, and those recorded with various languages provide menus, audio and subtitle languages. Although the DVD menu’s contents and operation differ from disc to disc, the following explains basic operation when this feature is used.
CD Fast Forward/Fast Backward ≥ The speed changes if the button is held down (maximum 20 times as fast as normal speed). Playback begins at the point where the button is released. Hold (Backward) (Forward) E N G L I S H 14 CD Go to Beginning Press (Backward) (Forward) ≥ Each time one of these buttons is pressed, the player jumps to the start of the appropriate track (chapter).
•Video/Video CD/CD Basics DVD Audio (continued) E N G L I S H Starting Playback from a Specific Group/Track/Title/Chapter 1 (During playback) Playing back a bonus group (*) (DVD audio only) * This is a group that contains only DVD audio software, and cannot be played without entering a security code. (Some software does not include bonus groups.) For details, refer to the guide provided with your disc. TRACK 15 GRP TITLE/ CHAPTER Press Select the input mode.
Switching the Audio Language (During playback) AUDIO Press DVD audio AUDIO : 01 ≥ This operation will sometimes cause the player to jump to AUDIO : 02 the beginning of the (maximum: 2) track that is currently being played. Notes: ≥ If you press [DISP], or do not perform any operation for 2 seconds, the unit returns to regular mode. DVD video ≥ The number of audio languages depends on the disc. (Some discs AUDIO : 01 have only one language.
•Video/Video CD/CD Basics DVD Audio (continued) E N G L I S H Slow Playback 1 (During playback) To pause: PAUSE PAUSE 17 Press Press ≥ “PAUSE” is displayed. To resume normal playback: PLAY 2 Hold (0.5 second) BAND ≥ “SLOW PLAY” is displayed. ≥ Playback is at approximately 1/3 normal speed. Press Note: ≥ Reverse slow playback is not possible.
Switching the Angle (During playback) ANGLE Notes: ≥ If you press [DISP], or do not perform any operation for 2 seconds, the unit returns to regular mode. ≥ If multiple angles are not recorded on the disc, “/” lights. ANGLE : 01 ANGLE : 02 Press (maximum: 8) E N G L I S H 18 Title Menu 1 (During playback) Example) MENU TITLE TITLE MENU Hold (2 seconds) ≥ “PLAY” is displayed and the title menu appears on the screen.
•Video/Video CD/CD Basics DVD Audio (continued) E N G L I S H 19 1 Select the setting menu 2 Make setting Press (While stopped) Notes: ≥ If [DISP] is pressed, the unit returns to regular mode. (The setting is ignored.) ≥ If the language that was set is not recorded on the disc, the language determined by the disc is selected.
(Changing the Initial Settings) MENU LAN E N G L I S H Menu language MENU LAN1 : en (English) MENU LAN2 : fr (French) MENU LAN3 : `` (Other)(➡ page 38) 20 SUBTITLE LAN Subtitle language SUBT LAN1 : en (English) AUDIO LAN SUBT LAN2 : fr (French) TV ASPECT TV MODE (4:3) SUBT LAN4 : `` SUBT LAN : OFF (Other)(➡ page 38) (No subtitles) Audio language AUDIO LAN1 : en (English) TV SELECT SUBT LAN3 : sp (Spanish) AUDIO LAN2 : fr (French) AUDIO LAN3 : sp (Spanish) AUDIO LAN4 : `` (Other) (➡ page
CD Changer Basics Connect a CD changer (CX-DP88, etc.; sold separately). E N G L I S H When using the main unit 1 Select “CHANGER” POWER SOURCE 21 Press ≥ A disc is played back. 1 2 POWER SOURCE If “NO DISC” is displayed: Load a disc in the changer (magazine).
Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. Indicates pressing a button. Scan Play Track Scan Plays approximately 10 seconds of each of the tracks on the discs in the changer in sequence. 4 SCAN To cancel: ≥ The elapsed playback time display begins to blink. ≥ Once a complete cycle Press through all the tracks on the discs in the changer has been completed, the unit begins playing from the start of the first track. ≥ The disc number display begins SCAN to blink.
Setting Up the Sound E N G L I S H When using the main unit 1 Select the setting menu < 23 Press 1 AUDIO 01-02 (Regular mode) SOUND•MODE S•MODE 2 X TUNE W 6 TRACK 5 AUDIO 01-02 PROLOGIC SEL (➡ Next page) (Only when “LS” or “RS” does not light.
Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. Indicates pressing a button. Signal Format Display E N G L I S H This display lights in accordance with the digital signals that are input for each speaker channel. (The signal formats that are displayed will vary according to the software.) Left surround LS Lights when PRO LOGIC is on. PROLOGIC SEL Center Right front L C R S S.W RS Right surround LFE Lights for a signal at 120 Hz or lower.
Setting Up the Sound (continued) E N G L I S H 1 Select the setting menu When using the main unit < 25 Press SOUND•MODE 1 2 SEL S•MODE X P•SETW X DISC W AUDIO 01-02 (Regular mode) AUDIO 01-02 AUDIO 01-02 PROLOGIC SEL BASS SEL DOWN MIX SEL TREBLE SEL LOUD SEL BAL // FAD PROLOGIC SEL (➡ page 43) (Only when “LS” or “RS” does not light.
BASS SEL E N G L I S H Adjusting the Bass (Adjustable range: `12 to _12 dB) ["]: Increases the bass. [#]: Decreases the bass. TREBLE SEL BASS _6 dB 26 Adjusting the Treble (Adjustable range: `12 to _12 dB) ["]: Increases the treble. [#]: Decreases the treble. BAL // FAD TREBLE _6 dB Adjusting the Front/Rear/Left/Right Balance (Adjustable range: 15 for each) [$]: Increases the right side. [%]: Increases the left side. ["]: Increases the front. [#]: Increases the rear.
Setting Other Functions E N G L I S H 27 When using the main unit 1 Select the setting menu #DISC" 1 Switch to setting mode. SEL Hold (2 seconds) 1 2 Select the setting menu.
Indicates pressing a button. SIGNAL SEL Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. Signal Sound/Signal Beep (The sound of button operation) You can select to have different signal sounds output from the center speaker whenever you press a button. You can also set the volume of the signal sound. SIGNAL SOUND Sets the operation sound as (a different sound for each operation). SIGNAL BEEP 1 Sets the operation sound as .
Setting Other Functions (continued) E N G L I S H 29 When using the main unit 1 Select the setting menu 1 Switch to setting mode. SEL 1 Hold (2 seconds) SEL 2 X TUNE W 6 TRACK 5 2 Select the setting menu.
MUTE KEY SEL MUTE Button Setting You can select how much to lower the volume when [MUTE](ATT) is pressed. MUTE KEY When [MUTE](ATT) is pressed, the volume goes to “0” (silence). E N G L I S H 30 ATT KEY CONTRAST SEL When [MUTE](ATT) is pressed, the volume is reduced to approximately 1/10 of its original volume. Making the Display Easier to See The display of this unit can be made easier to see by adjusting the display contrast (the difference between the bright and dark portions).
Useful Functions E N G L I S H 31 When using the main unit 1 Select the setting menu 1 Switch to setting mode. < 1 Hold (2 seconds) 1 SOUND•MODE S•MODE 2 X TUNE W 6 TRACK 5 2 Select the setting menu.
Indicates pressing a button for an extended period of time. Indicates pressing a button. DR COMP SEL Dynamic Range Compression By compressing the range of the playback level (the dynamic range), it is possible to maintain the impact of audio even at low volumes. This function only works with Dolby Digital encoded material. E N G L I S H 32 DR COMP OFF Does not compress the dynamic range. DR COMP ON Compresses the dynamic range. ≥ “DR COMP” lights.
Useful Functions (continued) E N G L I S H Adjusting the Display Brightness (Dimmer) DIMR DIMMER Press 33 DIMMER LEV 3 Illumination is bright. (Default: When the car’s small light is off.) DIMMER LEV 2 Illumination is moderate. (Default: When the car’s small light is on.) DIMMER LEV 1 Illumination is dim. MULTI SOURCE SEL. DIMR Note: ≥ [DIMR] and [F/R] on the main unit are located on the panel behind the center speaker. Press [!] to open the speaker in order to access these buttons.
Lowering the Volume Temporarily (Mute/Attenuator) E N G L I S H The extent to which the volume is lowered depends on the MUTE/ATT setting. (➡ page 49) MUTE 34 Press When MUTE is set: When ATT is set: Normal volume MUTE OFF Normal volume ATT OFF Volume goes to “0” Volume goes to 1/10 of ATT ON (silence). what it was. ≥ When Mute/Attenuate is “ON”, “MUTE” blinks and you can not operate except for some buttons.
Installation E N G L I S H 35 WARNING The installation information is designed for experienced installers and is not intended for non-technical individuals. It does not contain warnings or cautions of the potential dangers involved in attempting to install this product. Any attempt to install this product in a motor car by anyone other than a qualified installer could cause damage to the electrical system and could result in serious personal injury or death.
❐ Required Tools ❐ Dashboard Specifications You’ll need a screwdriver, a 1.5 volt AA battery, and the following: 12 V DC TEST ELECTRICAL BULB TAPE SIDE-CUT PLIERS THICKNESS MIN. 3⁄16z (4.75 mm) MAX. 7⁄32z (5.56 mm) 23⁄32z (53 mm) E N G L I S H 36 75⁄32z (182 mm) ❐ 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.
Installation (continued) E N G L I S H 37 ❐ Connect All Leads Now that you have identified all the wires in the car, you’re ready to begin connecting them to the stereo unit wires. The connection diagram (➡ page 62) shows the proper connections and color coding of the leads. We strongly recommend that you test the unit before making a final installation. You can set the unit on the floor and make temporary connections to test the unit. Use electrical tape to cover all exposed wires.
❐ Before Installation Be sure to remove the Shipping Brackets 1. 1 Shipping Bracket E N G L I S H 38 Note: ≥ The shipping brackets are sometimes used when installing the power amplifier unit. Do not discard the shipping brackets. ❐ Power Amplifier Unit 2 Power Amplifier Unit Using Velcro Tape 3, secure the Power Amplifier Unit 2 underneath the passenger seat. ≥ Affix the adhesive-backed Velcro Tape 3 to the bottom of the power amplifier unit, and then place the unit on the carpet under the seat.
Installation (continued) E N G L I S H 39 Preparation ≥ Before installation, check the radio operation with antenna and speakers. ≥ Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal (see caution below). ≥ Unit should be installed in a horizontal position with the front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than 30o. ≥ We strongly recommend that you wear gloves for installation work to protect yourself from injuries.
≥ When bending the mounting tabs of the mounting collar with a screwdriver, be careful not to injure your hands and fingers. 1 Insert Mounting Collar 5 into the dashboard, and bend the mounting tabs out with a screwdriver. E N G L I S H Make sure that the lock lever (§) is flush with the mounting collar (not projecting outward). 40 Lock Lever (a) Using the Rear Support Strap 7 Fire Wall of Car 3 mm· 8 Tapping Screw 6 Hex.
Installation (continued) E N G L I S H 41 Remove the Unit Preparation: Make sure that the panel and the center speaker are closed. 1 Remove the trim plate < with a screw driver. 1 < Trim Plate Screwdriver MULTI SOURCE SEL. F/R DIMR 1 DIMMER SOUND•M ODE S•MODE 2 2 Pull out the unit while pushing down the lock lever with a screw driver. 2 Lock Lever MULTI SOURCE SEL.
Anti-Theft System This unit is equipped with a removable face plate. Removing this face plate makes the radio totally inoperable. The security indicator will blink. Remove the removable face plate. 2 E N G L I S H 42 1 IVE DISPLAY CEIVER & ACT OPEN TILT BAND APM POWER SOURCE REMOTE ≥ When the removable face plate comes off, the center speaker opens. (The center speaker stays open.) 2 Remove the removable face plate by pulling on the right side of the unit.
Wiring Connections E N G L I S H ❐ Accessories used for wiring No. 2 : = Item Qty Power Amplifier Unit Power Connector Ground Extension Lead 43 No.
Cautions ≥ This product is designed to operate of a 12 volt, negative ground battery system. ≥ To prevent damage to the unit, be sure to follow the connection diagram below. ≥ Remove approx. 5 mm of protective covering from the ends of the leads before connecting. ≥ Do not insert the power connector into the unit until the wiring is completed. ≥ Be sure to insulate any exposed wires from a possible short-circuit from the car chassis.
Wiring Connections (continued) E N G L I S H 45 ❐ Upgrading the System ≥ This unit can be connected to an optional CD changer (CX-DP801U/88U). For details consult your nearest Panasonic dealer. ≥ For connection to the CD changer, refer to the operating instructions of the CD changer (CX-DP801U/88U).
❐ Parking Brake Cord Caution: ≥ For safety’s sake, and to prevent accidents, the parking brake cord must be connected. Note: ≥ The position of the parking brake switch depends on the car. (The figure shows examples of where the switch might be located.) For details on the exact location of the parking brake switch in your car, contact your dealer.
Troubleshooting E N G L I S H 47 ❐ Maintenance 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. ❐ When Something Doesn’t Work Check the chart for possible causes and solutions to the problem you might be experiencing. Some simple checks or minor adjustments may eliminate the problem.
❐ Changer Display Cause CD • CHsE1s ≥ Either the disc is dirty, or upside down. ≥ There is a scratch on the disc. Check the disc. (The changer automatically switches to the next disc.) CD • CHsE3s The changer will not operate for some reason. Press [<] on the changer. If the changer does not respond, press the changer’s reset switch. NO DISC There are no discs in the changer or magazine. Load discs in the changer or magazine.
Troubleshooting (continued) E N G L I S H 49 ❐ Panel Symptom Cannot adjust the tilt of the panel. Remedy Change the tilt setting to “ON”. Page 27 ❐ Radio Symptom Remedy Page There is a lot of noise in FM stereo and monaural broadcasts. Select another station with a stronger signal. 28 Station presets were cancelled. Connect the battery power cord to a terminal that is always supplied with power. 62 ❐ DVD/Video CD/CD Symptom 68 Remedy Page The sound skips. The sound quality is poor.
❐ DVD/Video CD/CD (Continued) Symptom Remedy Page It is difficult to hear quiet sounds. Set the DR COMP setting to “DR COMP ON”. Cannot switch the audio language/subtitle language/angle. ≥ It is not possible to switch if the disc does not have multiple audio languages/subtitle languages/angles recorded on it. (Refer to the guide provided with your disc.) ≥ Some discs permit switching through a menu screen. ≥ Sometimes, switching angles is possible only with certain scenes.
Disc Notes E N G L I S H 51 ❐ Handling and Cleaning ≥ Dirt, dust, scratches and warping discs will cause misoperation. Label side up ≥ Do not place stickers or make scratches on discs. ≥ Do not warp discs. ≥ A disc should always be kept in its case when not in use to prevent it from becoming damaged. ≥ Do not place discs in the following places: 1. Direct sunlight 2. Dirty, dusty and damp areas 3. Near car heaters 4. On the seats or dashboard Do not touch the underside of the disc.
Language Code List How to input the language code, refer to page 38.
Specifications E N G L I S H 53 General Power supply voltage : 12 V DC, - ground (test voltage: 14.4 V) Current consumption : Less than 8.
Definition of Terms Dolby Digital This is a digital audio compression technology that was developed by Dolby Labs. This technology breaks up a music signal into 5.1 channels for recording and playback: left front, right front, center, left surround, right surround and subwoofer (0.1 channel). Because this technology makes it possible to store a large amount of audio data on a disc efficiently, it is used to record audio in multiple languages, in stereo or monaural.
