Panasonic CQ-C8413U

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Safety Information
CQ-C8413U/C8313U
Warning
Observe the following warnings when using
this unit.
❑
The driver should neither watch the display nor
operate the system while driving.
Watching the display or operating the system will distract
the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can cause
accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use
the parking brake before watching the display or operating
the system.
❑
Use the proper power supply.
This product is designed for operation with a negative
grounded 12 V DC battery system. Never operate this prod-
uct with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery
system.
❑
Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of
infants.
Batteries and insulation film can be ingested, so keep them
out of the reach of infants. If an infant ingests a battery or
insulation film, please seek immediate medical attention.
❑
Protect the Deck Mechanism.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.
❑
Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair the
product yourself. If the product needs to be repaired, consult
your dealer or an authorized Panasonic Servicenter.
❑
Do not use the unit when it is out of order.
If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in an
abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to
water, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and
consult your dealer.
❑
The remote control unit should not lie about in the
car.
If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the floor
while driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, and lead to
a traffic accident.
❑
Refer fuse replacement to qualified service person-
nel.
When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it
replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified
service engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead
to smoke, fire, and damage to the product.
Observe the following warnings when
installing.
❑
Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery
terminal before installation.
Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminal
connected may cause electrical shock and injury due to a
short circuit.
Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system have
specific procedures of battery terminal disconnection.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO THE
UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY
SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
❑
Never use safety-related components for installa-
tion, grounding, and other such functions.
Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank,
brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for
wiring or fixing the product or its accessories.
❑
Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a
location where it interferes with airbag operation is
prohibited.
❑
Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and
other items before installing the product.
If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach or
wire the product, first check where the wire harness, gaso-
line tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open the hole
from outside if possible.
❑
Never install the product in a location where it inter-
feres with your field of vision.
❑
Never have the power cord branched to supply other
equipment with power.
❑
After installation and wiring, you should check the
normal operation of other electrical equipment.
The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions may
cause fire, electrical shock or a traffic accident.
❑
In the case of installation to an airbag-equipping
car, confirm warnings and cautions of the vehicle
manufacturer before installation.
❑
Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or
getting in and out of the vehicle.
❑
Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuit-
ing.
This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-
ence of important operating instructions and
installation instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in severe injury or death.
■
Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other com-
ponents of your car audio system carefully before using the
system. They contain instructions about how to use the sys-
tem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no
responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to
observe the instructions given in this manual.
■
This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the
product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting
from improper connections and operations. The meanings of
the pictographs are explained below. It is important that you
fully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to
use this manual and the system properly.
Warning
This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-
ence of important operating instructions and
installation instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in injury or material dam-
age.
Caution

Panasonic CQ-C8413U Specifications

General

Brand	Panasonic
Model	CQ-C8413U
Category	Car Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Warning Pictograph

Explains warning pictograph for important operating instructions.

Caution Pictograph

Explains caution pictograph for potential dangers.

Warnings for Unit Operation

Key safety guidelines for operating the unit.

Warnings for Unit Installation

Key safety guidelines for installing the unit.

Safety Information (Continued)

Cautions for Unit Operation

Important cautions for safe operation of the unit.

Cautions for Unit Installation

Important cautions for safe installation of the unit.

Safety Information (Continued)

Laser Product Safety Warning

Warning about Class I Laser Product and hazardous radiation exposure.

FCC Compliance Warning

FCC warning regarding unauthorized modifications.

Before Reading These Instructions

Model Differences Overview

Highlights differences between CQ-C8413U and CQ-C8313U models.

Before Reading These Instructions (Continued)

Accessory List and Details

Lists and describes optional accessories for the unit.

Before Reading These Instructions (Continued)

USA Customer Service Directory

Contact information and support for US customers.

Canada Customer Service Directory

Contact information and support for Canadian customers.

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions

Details warranty coverage, terms, and exclusions for US and Canada.

Product Features

Hands-Free Phone System

Enables hands-free calls via Bluetooth technology.

Expansion Module Connectivity

Allows connection of up to four optional devices.

System Upgrade Components

Lists optional components for system enhancements.

Sound Control Features Overview

Covers sound quality features like SQ and SRS WOW.

Product Features (Continued)

SQ (Sound Quality) Settings

Six preset modes and customization for sound quality.

SQ7 Equalizer Bands Adjustment

7-band equalizer with adjustable frequency bands.

Direct Memory Station Assignment

Assign favorite stations to buttons for quick access.

Image Customization Software

Edit moving and still images using software.

Controls Layout

Main Unit Control Buttons

Detailed breakdown of buttons and functions on the main unit.

Face Plate Open Controls

Describes controls accessible when the face plate is open.

Remote Control Sensor Location

Location of the sensor for the remote control.

Controls Layout (Continued)

Remote Control Unit Functions

Explains the functions of the remote control unit.

Main Unit Exclusive Operations

Lists functions exclusive to the main unit.

Remote Control Exclusive Operations

Lists functions exclusive to the remote control.

Initial Preparation

Disable Demonstration Screen

Steps to disable the initial demonstration screen.

Initial Unit Setup Procedures

Steps for initial setup before using the unit.

Remote Control Battery Replacement

Instructions for preparing the remote control, including battery replacement.

Initial Preparation (Continued)

Security Indicator and Alarm Setup

Explains the security indicator and alarm functions.

Subwoofer and Device Settings

Mentions subwoofer settings and other device connections.

Clock Adjustment Procedure

Procedure for adjusting the unit's clock.

General Unit Operations

Power On and Off Procedures

Instructions on how to turn the unit's power on and off.

Face Plate Security Removal and Mounting

Steps for removing and mounting the face plate for security.

Face Plate Handling Cautions

Important cautions regarding face plate handling.

General Unit Operations (Continued)

Face Plate Motion Controls

Operations for opening, closing, and tilting the face plate.

Volume Adjustment Guide

How to adjust the unit's volume.

Temporary Volume Mute Function

Function to temporarily mute or reduce volume.

General Unit Operations (Continued)

Selecting Audio Sources

How to switch between different audio sources.

System-up Connector Usage

Information on connecting optional devices via the system-up connector.

General Unit Operations (Continued)

Changing Display Modes

How to cycle through different display modes.

Adjusting Display Brightness

Adjusting the brightness level of the unit's display.

Sound Control

SRS WOW 3 D Sound Setup

How to set up and adjust SRS WOW 3D sound technology.

Sound Control (Continued)

User Equalizer Settings

Adjusting the equalizer settings to personal taste.

Genre-Based EQ Presets

Selecting preset equalizer curves based on music genre.

Substitutional Subwoofer Function

Using rear speakers as a virtual subwoofer.

Radio Operations

Radio Operation Steps

Steps to select radio mode, band, and station.

Radio Mode Display Information

Information shown in the radio mode display.

Direct Memory Station Recall

Assigning and calling favorite radio stations.

Radio Operations (Continued)

Station Preset Management

How to preset and recall radio stations.

Manual Station Presetting

Steps to tune and save stations manually.

Auto Preset Memory (APM) Process

Automatically presets stations with good reception.

Radio Menu Settings Customization

Options for customizing radio settings.

CD Player Operations

CD Playback and Ejection

Steps to insert, play, and eject a CD.

CD Playback Screen Details

Displays information related to CD playback.

CD Player Operations (Continued)

CD Random and Repeat Playback

Setting random or repeat playback modes for CDs.

CD Play Mode Selection

One-touch selection of playback styles like random or repeat.

CD Track Scan Playback

Playing the first 10 seconds of each track.

CD Direct Track Selection

Directly selecting a specific track number.

MP3 WMA Player Operations

MP3 WMA Disc Playback

Steps to insert and play MP3/WMA discs.

MP3 WMA Display Information

Displays information relevant to MP3/WMA playback.

MP3 WMA Player Operations (Continued)

MP3 WMA Folder Playback Modes

Setting random or repeat playback for MP3/WMA files.

MP3 WMA File Play Mode Selection

One-touch selection of playback styles for files and folders.

MP3 WMA File Scan Playback

Playing the first 10 seconds of each file.

MP3 WMA Direct File Selection

Directly selecting a specific file number.

Notes on MP3 WMA Files

Understanding MP3 and WMA

Explanation of MP3 and WMA audio compression formats.

MP3 WMA File Creation Guidelines

Guidelines for creating high-quality MP3/WMA files.

Notes on MP3 WMA Files (Continued)

Recording MP3 WMA Files to CD

Recommendations for recording MP3/WMA files on discs.

MP3 WMA Compression Format Details

Technical details on MP3 and WMA compression methods.

MP3 WMA Folder and File Order

Rules for folder structure and file playback order.

Audio Settings

Speaker Balance and Fader Adjustment

Adjusting sound balance between speakers.

Subwoofer Level and Low Pass Filter

Adjusting subwoofer volume and filter settings.

Tone and Filter Adjustments

Adjusting bass, treble, and high pass filters.

Rear Level Adjustment for SRS WOW

Adjusting rear speaker level when SRS WOW is enabled.

Function Settings

Mute Key Functionality Options

Setting the function of the MUTE button.

Security System Features

Activating and understanding the security indicator and alarm.

Integrated Amplifier OnOff Control

Toggling the integrated amplifier on or off.

Display Settings

Graphic Pattern Selection Options

Selecting and displaying graphic patterns.

Still Image Pattern Selection

Selecting and displaying still images.

Clock Display Adjustment Procedure

Procedure for adjusting the unit's clock.

Demonstration Screen Settings

Controlling the demonstration screen display.

Customize Display Function

Custom Data Preparation Steps

Preparing custom data on a CD-R/RW.

Image and Message Customization

Editing and loading custom images and messages.

Customize Display Function (Continued)

Customize Function Notes and Tips

Details on download service, IMAGE STUDIO, and file notes.

Error Display Message Explanations

Explains common error messages and their solutions.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Power Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for when the unit has no power.

No Sound Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for no sound output.

Audio Noise Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for audio noise issues.

Engine Noise Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting engine-related noise.

Troubleshooting Common Issues (Continued)

Unexecutable Operations Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for unexecutable operations.

Speaker No Sound Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for no sound from speakers.

Reversed Speaker Channel Correction

Correcting reversed speaker channel wiring.

Unclear Stereo Sound Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting unclear stereo sound field.

Unintended Power Failure Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for unexpected power failures.

Troubleshooting Common Issues (Continued)

Disc Playback and Ejection Issues

Troubleshooting for discs not playing or ejecting.

Disc Sound Skipping and Noise

Troubleshooting for audio skipping or noise.

Vibration-Induced Sound Skipping

Troubleshooting sound skipping caused by vibration.

Disc Unejection Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting when a disc cannot be ejected.

CD-RRW Playback Incompatibility

Reasons why some CD-R/RWs may not be playable.

Troubleshooting Common Issues (Continued)

Remote Control Button Unresponsiveness

Troubleshooting for unresponsive buttons on the remote control.

Error Display Messages

Disc-Related Error Codes

Error messages related to disc issues.

File Read Error Message

Error message for unreadable files or data.

Protected File Playback Error

Indicates a copyrighted WMA file that is not playable.

No Disc Error Message

Indicates that no disc is present in the unit.

Notes on Discs

CD Media Handling Guidelines

Specific handling instructions for CD media.

CD-RRW Usage Precautions

Precautions for using CD-R/RW discs.

Unit Maintenance Procedures

Basic maintenance and cleaning instructions.

Fuse Information and Warnings

Information regarding fuse replacement and warnings.

Specifications

General Technical Specifications

General technical specifications like power supply and dimensions.

CD Player Technical Specifications

Technical specifications related to the CD player.

Radio Technical Specifications

Technical specifications for the FM and AM radio.