CQ-RD324N - Car radio PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Car Stereo / Receiver
Brand	Panasonic
Model	CQ-RD324N
Dimensions (W x H x D)	178 mm x 50 mm x 160 mm (1 DIN)
Weight	1.5 kg
Power Supply	12V DC (negative ground)
Power Output	4 x 20W (max)
Supported Media	CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Radio Bands	FM, AM
Preset Stations	30 (FM 24 + AM 6)
Audio Features	Built-in amplifier, EQ presets
Front Panel	Detachable, anti-theft
Display	LCD with backlight
Inputs	AUX (front 3.5mm)
Outputs	RCA pre-out (2 channels), speaker wires
Maintenance	Clean face with soft cloth; avoid solvents
Safety	Remove faceplate when leaving vehicle
Spare Parts / Repair	Contact Panasonic service centers
Compatibility	Standard 1 DIN car dashboard

Frequently Asked Questions - CQ-RD324N PANASONIC

How do I remove the front panel for theft protection?

Press the release button (usually marked with a 'OPEN' icon) and pull the front panel towards you. Store it in the provided case when not in use.

Can I play MP3 CDs on this stereo?

Yes, the CQ-RD324N supports CD-R and CD-RW discs with MP3 files. Ensure the files are burned at a compatible bitrate (32-320 kbps) and the disc is finalized.

What should I do if the display shows 'ERROR' or 'NO DISC'?

Check that the disc is inserted correctly (label side up) and is clean. If the problem persists, try a different disc. The lens may need cleaning with a lens cleaner CD.

How do I reset the stereo to factory settings?

Press and hold the 'RESET' button (located behind the front panel or on the chassis) for 3 seconds. This clears all presets and settings.

What is the correct wiring for installation?

Connect the yellow wire to constant 12V (memory), red to switched 12V (ignition), black to ground (chassis), and speaker wires to corresponding speakers. Use crimp connectors for secure connections.

How can I improve radio reception?

Ensure the antenna is fully extended and connected firmly. If reception is poor, consider a signal booster or replace the antenna. The stereo's antenna input is a standard ISO connector.

The sound is distorted at high volume. What could be wrong?

Check that speaker impedance is within the rated range (4-8 ohms). Also, reduce the bass boost setting and ensure the volume is not above 75% of maximum to avoid clipping.

Does this unit have Bluetooth?

No, the CQ-RD324N does not include Bluetooth. For hands-free calls or wireless audio, use the AUX input with an external Bluetooth adapter.

How do I set the clock?

Press and hold the 'DISP' or 'CLOCK' button until the hour digits flash. Use the tuning knob to adjust hours, then press the same button to switch to minutes. Adjust and confirm by pressing the button again.

My remote control stopped working. What should I do?

First, replace the battery (CR2025 or similar). Check for obstructions between the remote and the sensor. If still not working, re-pair the remote by pressing a specific sequence (refer to manual).

USER MANUAL CQ-RD324N PANASONIC

Cassette Player/Receiver with Changer Control

CQ-RD324N

Operating Instructions

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Contents		Page
	Precautions......4Remote Control Unit Preparation......5Power and Sound Controls......6Radio Basics......8RDS (Radio Data System)......10Clock Setting......13
Inhaltsverzeichnis		Seite
	Vorsichtsmaßnahmen......26Vorbereitung der Fernbedienung......27Stromversorgung und Klangregler......28Rundfunkempfang......30Radio-Daten-System (RDS)-Empfang......32
Table des matières		Page
	Mesures de précaution......48Préparatifs pour la télécommande......49Interrupteur d'alimentation et commandesde réglage de la sonorité......50Utilisation de base du récepteur radio......52Réception radio RDS (Radio Data System)...54
Inhoudsopgave		Bladzijde
	Voorzorgen......70Voorbereiding afstandsbediening......71Stroomvoorziening en geluidsregeling......72Basisbediening radio......74RDS (Radio Data Systeem)......76Gelijk zetten van de klok......79
Contenuto		Pag.
	Precauzioni......92Preparazione del telecomando......93Comandi di alimentazione e del suono......94Funzionamento della radio......96Ricezione RDS (Radio Data System)......98Regolazione dell'orologio......101
Indice		Pag.
	Precauciones......114Preparativos del controlador remoto......115Alimentación y controles del sonido......116Operación básica de la radio......118Recepción RDS(sistema de datos radiofónicos)......120
Spis treści		Strona
	Środki ostrożności......136Przygotowanie nadajnika zdalnego sterowania......137Regulatory zasilania i dźwięku......138Podstawowe funkcje radia......140RDS (System Danych Radiowych)......142Nastawianie zegara......145

Cassette Tape Player Basics 14 CD Changer Basics ...... 16 Electrical Connections ...... 18 Installation.... 20 Anti-Theft System 23 Speaker Connections 24

Fuse 24 Maintenance 24 Specifications 25

Panasonic welcomes you to their constantly growing family of electronic products owners.

We endeavor to give you the advantages of precise electronic and mechanical engineering, manufactured with carefully selected components, and assembled by people who are proud of the reputation their work has built for our company. We know this product will bring you many hours of enjoyment, and after you discover the quality, value and reliability we have built into it, you too will be proud to be a member of our family.

Precautions

Volume Level

For your driving safety, keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions.

Car Washing

To avoid electrical shorts which may cause fire, or other damage, do not expose this Product (including the speakers and tape) to water or excessive moisture.

Car Ventilation

If your car is parked for several hours in direct sun-

light, the temperature inside the car may become very high. It is advisable to drive the car and give the interior a chance to cool down before switching the unit on.

Power Supply

This Product is designed to be used in a car having a 12-Volt negative ground battery system.

Tape Mechanism

Keep magnets, screwdrivers and other metallic objects away from the tape mechanism and tape head.

Service

This Product is made of precision parts. Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust any parts. For repair, please consult your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Center.

Note: The preset memory is cleared to return to the original factory setting when the power connector or battery is disconnected.

Remote Control Unit Preparation

Battery Installation

1. Remove the battery holder. Hold the holder at position B and pull it out by pushing position A in the direction shown by the arrow. 2. Install the battery on the battery holder. Set a new battery properly with its (+) side facing up as shown in the figure. 3. Insert the battery holder. Push the battery holder back into its original position.

Battery Notes

Remove and dispose of an old battery immediately. Battery Information:

● Battery Type: Panasonic lithium battery (CR2025) ● Battery Life: Approximately 6 months under normal use (at room temperature)

Caution: Improper use of batteries may cause overheating, an explosion or ignition, resulting in injury or a fire. Battery leakage may damage the unit.

• Do not disassemble or short the battery. Do not throw a battery into a fire.
• Keep batteries away from children to avoid the risk of accidents.
• Be careful to the disposal rules when you dispose of batteries.

Remote Controls

Power and Sound Controls

Power

Turn the key in the ignition until the accessory indicator lights.

Power on: Press [PWR].

Power off: Press [PWR] again and hold.

Note: When the power is switched on for the first time, a demonstration message appears on the display.

To cancel this display, press [D].

Volume

Press and hold for rapid adjustment.

VOL 20

Volume Level (0 to 40)

Anti-Volume-Blast Circuit

When the power is switched off and on again, the volume slowly rises to the previous level.

The anti-volume-blast circuit will not work when the volume level is set lower than position 20 on the display.

Attenuator

Press [ATT] to decrease the volume to about 1/10 of the previous level.

Press [ATT] again to cancel.

ATT

Loudness

Press [L] (LOUD) to enhance bass and treble tones at low or medium volume.

Press [L] (LOUD) again to cancel.

LOUD

Audio Mode (Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader)

1 Press [SEL] to select the audio mode.

2 Press [∧VOL] or [∨VOL] to change each level.

Bass 385+ 3dB (-12 to +12)

Treble TRE+3dB (-12 to +12)

Balance BRL L 2 (Left / Right: 1 to 15)

BRL CNT

Fader FRD F 3 (Front / Rear: 1 to 15)

FRD CNT

Note: If no operation takes place for more than 5 seconds in audio mode (2 seconds in Volume mode), the display returns to Regular Mode.

Radio Basics

[>]: Higher frequency. [<]: Lower frequency.

Seek Tuning

Press and hold for more than 0.5 seconds, then release it.

[>]: Higher frequency. [<]: Lower frequency.

Tuning will automatically stop when the signals of the next broadcast station are received.

MONO: Noise is significantly decreased when weak signals are received from an FM broadcast station.

LOCAL: Only strong signals of stations are searched in seek tuning, while at the LOCAL OFF setting, relatively weak signals are also searched.

MONO

LOCAL

FM broadcasts

Press and hold [M/L] (MONO/LOC) to change the mode.

Release when at the desired point.

AM broadcast

Press [M/L] (MONO/LOC) to switch LOCAL mode on and off.

Preset Station Setting

Up to 6 stations each can be saved in the FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM (LW/MW) preset station memories.

Caution: To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations while you are driving.

1 Band

Press [BAND] to select a desired band. (→ Page 8)

2 Auto Station Preset (AUTO•P)

Press and hold [P] (AUTO•P) for more than 2 seconds (Auto Preset Memory).

• The 6 strongest available stations will be automatically saved in the memory under preset buttons [1] to [6].
• Once set, the preset stations are sequentially scanned for 5 seconds each.

Manual Station Preset

① Use manual or seek tuning to find a station. (→page 8) ② Press and hold one of the preset buttons [1] to [6] until the display blinks once.

3 Tuning in a Preset Station

Press the corresponding preset button [1] to [6] to tune in a preset station.

Note: You can change the memory presetting by repeating the above procedure.

RDS (Radio Data System)

RDS Basics

The following functions are available when receiving RDS stations.

PS Display

(Program Service name)

The name of the station is displayed instead of the frequency.

CT Service

(Clock Time)

When receiving an RDS station, the CT (Clock Time) service automatically adjusts the time.

"NO CT" is displayed in areas where CT service is not available.

(→Page 13 for Clock Setting)

AF

(Alternative Frequency list)

When reception is poor, an RDS station broadcasting the same program is tuned in automatically.

AF Mode

Press [AF] to select one of the following AF modes:

AF

AF 1 Mode (Default)

AF 2 Mode

AF OFF Mode

Low level AF operating sensitivity.

High level AF operating sensitivity.

When the AF network of an RDS station is not required

REG (Region) Mode

Changes the selection range of AF, Best Station and PI Seek. Press and hold [AF] (REG) when AF mode is on.

The frequency is changed only for programs within the region.

The frequency is changed also for programs outside the region.

Auto Preset Memory

Auto preset of RDS stations works only when AF mode is on.

Best Station Research

Best Station is automatically activated to store the station with the best reception for each preset button.

PI (Program Identification) Seek

If Best Station does not work properly and reception is poor when tuning in a preset station, press the same pre-set button again. PI Seek will search an AF station with good reception.

Display Change

Press [D] (DISP/CT) to change the display as follows.

PS (Program Service Name) (Default)

RDS service availability varies with areas. Please understand that if RDS service is not available in your area, the following services are not available either. This chapter explains the summary and operation of RDS.

Traffic Announcements

Some RDS FM stations periodically provide traffic information.

TP

(Traffic Program identification)

Broadcasting of traffic information

TA

(Traffic Announcements identification)

Radio announcements on traffic conditions

TA Volume Set

(Volume Level: 0 to 40)

Press [AVOL] or VVOL while receiving traffic announcements.

The TA volume differs from the regular volume (by up to 5 levels).

TA in Tape/CD Changer Mode

When TA is on, tape or CD changer playback will be interrupted by FM traffic announcements.

Muting in TA Mode

To listen only to Traffic Announcements while muting, press and hold [TA] for more than 2 seconds.

To cancel the muting TA on mode (muting in TA mode → TA mode), take either of the following two actions.

• Press [TA] again.
• Press [AVOL] several times.

Note: To switch to TA off, press [TA] again and hold for more than 2 seconds.

TP Auto Search

When reception of a TP station is poor, TP Auto Search will automatically search for a TP station with better reception.

Seek and Preset Station

TP Seek Tuning

Seek tunes only TP stations. (→Page 8)

Auto TP Station Preset

The 6 strongest TP stations are saved in memory. (→Page 9)

Tuning in a TP Preset Station

(→ Page 9)

RDS (Radio Data System) (continued)

PTY Reception (Program Type)

RDS FM stations provide a program type identification signal.

Example: news, rock, classical music, etc.

PTY Mode

Press [PTY] to switch PTY display mode on or off.

PTY Selection

1 Press [>] to change the program type as follows. ([] : opposite direction)

2 Select the desired program and press [BAND]. Seek will start to tune in to a station broadcasting the selected program type.

PTY Preset Change

1 Select a program type by using PTY Selection or pressing PTY Preset buttons.

2 Press and hold one of the buttons [1] to [6]. (Example) Press and hold preset button [2].

PTY display in Swedish

Press [D] (DISP/CT) to switch the PTY display language as follows.

-PTY Search

1 Select a program type by pressing the preset button.

The preset program type appears on the display for 5 seconds.

(Example) Press preset button [1].

2 Press the same preset button again (or press [BAND]) to tune in the desired program type station.

(Example) Press preset button [1] again.

PTY Type Preset

Program types are stored in memory under preset buttons [1] to [6] as shown in the table below.

To tune in the desired program type, press any of preset buttons [1] to [6].

	News NEWS
	Speech2	SPEECH 2	AFFAIRS / INFOEDUCATE / DRAMACULTURES / SCIENCEVARIED / WEATHERFINANCE / CHILDRENSOCIAL A / RELIGIONPHONE IN / TRAVELLEISURE / DOCUMENT
	Sport SPORT3
	Pop. Music	POP M 4	POP.M4
	Classic Music	CLASSICS 5	CLASSICS5
6	Other Music	MUSIC 6	ROCK M / M.O.R.MLIGHT M / OTHER MJAZZ / COUNTRYNATIONAL / OLDIESFOLK M

EON (Enhanced Other Networks)

When EON data is received, the EON indicator lights and the TA and AF functions are expanded as follows.

TA: Traffic information from the current and other network stations can be received.

AF : The frequency list of preset RDS stations is updated by EON data.

EON enables the radio to make fuller use of RDS information. It constantly updates the AF list of preset stations, including that currently tuned in to. For example, if you preset a station far from home, you will later be able to receive the same station at an alternative frequency, or any other station serving the same program. EON also keeps track of locally available TP stations for quick reception.

Emergency Announcement Reception

When an emergency announcement is broadcast, the unit is automatically switched to receiving that broadcast. If this happens in a mode other than radio mode (tape mode, CD Changer mode) or in Muting in TA mode, "ALARM" blinks on the display.

The clock uses 24-hour system.

When RDS CT service is not available, set the clock as follows.

Note: Clock can be set only in the AM mode.

AM Band

① Press [BAND] to change to AM band.

② Press [D] (DISP/CT).

Note: Initial setting is "NO CT".

Hours

③ Press and hold [D] (DISP/CT).

④ Press [>] or [<].

Minutes

⑤ Press [D] (DISP/CT).

⑥ Press [>] or [<].

⑦ Press [D] (DISP/CT).

Note: Hold [>] or [<] to change numbers rapidly.

Cassette Tape Player Basics

Tape Insert and Playback

Insert a cassette tape.

Playback will start automatically.

Caution:

Make sure that the indicator (Δx) is off before loading a tape. If the indicator is on, eject the tape.

Stop and Tape Eject

Press [▲] to stop tape play and eject the cassette tape.

Note: To maintain your cassette player in top condition, avoid using tapes that are longer than 90 minutes (C-90).

Notes on Cassette Tape

Tape Slack:

Use a pencil or similar object to take up the slack as shown. If a loose tape is used, this may result in the tape becoming tangled in the rotating parts of the unit.

Listening to a Cassette Tape

Mode Selection

Press [MODE] to change to Cassette tape play mode.

Source

Play Side Change

Press [◀▶] to reverse.

Rewind and Fast Forward

Press [◀◀] or [▶▶] to activate rewind or fast forward of the tape.

Press [◀▶] to resume the tape play.

Metal Tape Mode

• Press 1 when playing metal or chromium dioxide (CrO2) tapes.
• Press 1 again to cancel.

MTL

Note: Playing non-metal tapes in MTL mode causes high frequency imbalance, which affects tone quality.

Tape Program Search (TPS) Operation

① Press 3 to activate the Tape Program Search mode.

② To select a desired program, press [▶▶] or [◀◀] the corresponding number of times to go forward (up to 9) or backward (up to 8).

Press 3 again to cancel.

Notes:

The TPS mode may not work correctly in the following cases. This, however, does not mean that the unit is defective.

• There is an interval of less than 3 seconds or a high level of noise or hum between programs.
• There is a particularly low-level passage during the program.

Blank Skip

• Press 5 to skip unrecorded portions longer than 15 seconds on the tape.
• Press 5 again to cancel.

B-SKIP

Note: When repeat is on, the blank skip does not work because the repeat has priority over the blank skip.

Repeat Play

• Press 4 to repeat the current program.
• Press 4 again to cancel.

REP

CD Changer Basics

Error Display Messages

	DISC No.	Appears on the display when the compact disc is dirty or inverted. Select the next available compact disc.
	DISC No.	Appears on the display when compact disc is scratched.Select the next available compact disc.
		Appears on the display when the unit stops operating for some reason.Press the reset switch on the CD changer.
		Appears on the display when there is no disc in the magazine.

Various Ways of Listening

• Press [5] (RANDOM). All tracks on all discs in the magazine are played in random order.
• Press again to cancel.

CDC 3-01

Electrical Connections

Precautions (ISO Connector)

● The pin arrangement of the power connector conforms to ISO standard. - The pin arrangement of ISO connectors in some cars may differ from the ISO standard. - Please check that the pin arrangement of the connector in your car conforms to ISO standard.

Note: For cars other than types A and B, see below.

- Make sure that your car's ISO connector arrangement is the same as that of the ISO standard. In this case, connect your car's connector to the unit.

Standard ISO

- If it is different from that of the ISO standard, correct wire using the supplied power and speaker connector ③. (See the next page.)

Example

Car Type A

Car Type B

How to mount power and speaker connector ③

How to remove power and speaker connector ③

Keep it pressed here and pull it outward somewhat to the right.

Cautions:

• Confirm the note on the previous page and make connections to the connectors on car side.
• This product is designed to be used in a car having 12-volt negative ground battery system.
• To prevent damage to the unit, be sure to follow the connection diagram below.
• Remove the covering of the leads about 5 mm long from their end before connecting. (except for ISO connector's cords)
• 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. Bundle all cables and keep cable terminals free from touching any metal parts.

Example: In case of using the supplied power and speaker connector (See the previous page)

• This unit can be connected to an optional CD changer (CX-DP9061/DP9060EN, CX-DP88N, CX-DP801/DP803EN or CX-DP601EN) and optional extension cord.
• For details consult your nearest authorized Panasonic Dealer.
• For connection to a CD changer, refer to the operating instructions of the CD changer (CX-DP9061/DP9060EN, CX-DP88N, CX-DP801/DP803EN or CX-DP601EN).

If the fuse (rear panel) blows frequently, there may be something wrong with the unit. Consult your nearest Panasonic Service Center for service.

Battery Lead

To the car battery, continuous +12V DC

Power Lead (ACC or IGN)

To ACC power, +12V DC

Ground Lead

To a clean, bare metallic part of the car chassis

Motor Antenna Relay Control Lead

(To Motor Antenna) (Max. 500mA)

This lead is not intended for use with switch actuated power antenna.

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 30°.

Caution: Do not disconnect the battery terminals of a car with trip or navigational computer since all user settings stored in memory will be lost. Instead take extra care with installing the unit to prevent shorts.

Dashboard Installation Opening

The unit can be installed in any dashboard having an opening as shown at right. The dashboard should be

4.5 mm - 6 mm thick in order to be able to support the unit.

Installation Precautions

This product should be installed by a professional installer, if possible.

In case of difficulty, please consult your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Center.

1. This system is to be used only in a 12-volt, DC battery system (car) with negative ground.
2. Follow the electrical connections carefully (→Page 18). Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit.
3. Connect the power lead (red) after all other connections are made.
4. Be sure to connect the battery lead (yellow) to the positive terminal (+) of the battery or fuse block (BAT) terminal.
5. Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuiting.
6. Secure all loose wires after installing the unit.
7. Please carefully read the operating and installation instructions of the respective equipment before connecting it to this unit.

Supplied Hardware

No.	Item	Diagram	Q'ty
1	Mounting Collar		1
2	Mounting Bolt (5 mmø)		1
3	Power and Speaker Connector		1
4	Removable Face Plate Case		1
5	Dismounting Plate		1
6	Remote Control Unit	[BWBW]	1
7	Lithium Battery (CR 2025) 1

(a) Using the Rear Support Strap (Option)

(b) Using the Rubber Cushion (Option)

To remove the trim plate (for Japanese cars)

You may not be able to install this unit in some makes of Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your dealer.

To mount this unit on a Japanese car, first cut the 9 slits in back of the trim plate with side-cut pliers, remove the trim plate, then mount this unit.

• We strongly recommend that you wear gloves for installation work to protect yourself from injuries.
• When bending the mounting tab of the mounting collar with a screwdriver, be careful not to injure your hands and fingers.

First complete the electrical connections, and then check them for correctness. (→Page 18)

Secure the rear of the unit.

Connect Mounting Bolt ② using a suitable wrench.

Insert standard ISO connector of your car or Power and Speaker Connector ③ to the unit.

(→Page 18)

Fix the rear of the unit to the car body by either method (a) or (b) shown at right.

After installation, reconnect the negative (−) battery terminal.

Make sure that the lock lever (※) is flush with the mounting collar (not projecting outward).

Installation (continued)

To Remove the Unit

1. Remove the removable face plate. - Switch off the power. - Press the release button. The removable face plate will be released.

① Switch off the power. ② Press the release button ( ). The removable face plate will be released.

2 Pull out the unit while pushing down the lock lever with the Dismounting Plate ⑤.

Cautions:

Do not touch the contacts on the face plate or on the main unit, since this may result in poor electrical contacts.

• Do not touch the contacts on the face plate or on the main unit, since this may result in poor electrical contacts.
• If dirt or other foreign substances get on the contacts, wipe them off with a clean and dry cloth.

This unit is equipped with a removable face plate. Removing this face plate makes the radio totally inoperable.

This unit is equipped with a removable face plate. Removing this face plate makes the radio totally inoperable.

1. Switch off the power of the unit. 2. Remove the removable face plate. (→ Page 22) 3. Gently press the bottom of the case and open the cover. Place the face plate into the case and take it with you when you leave the car.

① Switch off the power of the unit. ② Remove the removable face plate. (→ Page 22) ③ Gently press the bottom of the case and open the cover. Place the face plate into the case and take it with you when you leave the car.

This face plate is not water-proof. Do not expose it to water or excessive moisture.

• This face plate is not water-proof. Do not expose it to water or excessive moisture.
• Do not remove the face plate while driving your car.
• Do not place the face plate on the dashboard or nearby areas where the temperature rises to high levels.

Install Removable Face Plate

① Slide the left side of the removable face plate in place. ② Press the right end of the removable face plate until a “click” is heard.

Panel Removal Alarm

This alarm sounds to warn you not to forget to remove the panel before leaving your car.

Speaker Connections

Caution: Please follow the instructions given below. Failure to do so will cause damage to the unit and speakers.

• Use ungrounded speakers only.
• The maximum speaker output should be 40 W or more. (If used with the optional power amplifier, the speaker output should be higher than the maximum amplifier output.) ● The speaker impedance should be 4 - 8 Ω.
• This unit uses the BTCL circuit, so each speaker should be connected separately using parallel vinyl insulated cords.
• The speaker cords and the power amplifier unit should be kept away (about 30 cm apart) from the antenna and antenna extension cord.

- Never connect the speaker cord to the body of the car.

- Do not use a 3-wire type speaker system having a common earth lead.

- Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of speaker leads.

Fuse

Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A). Using different substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the unit directly without a fuse, could cause fire or damage to the unit.

If the fuse replacement fails, contact your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Center.

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.

If the quality of reproduced sound became deteriorated, clean the playback head of the cassette player. Please consult a nearest Panasonic Service Center on how to clean the head.

Specifications

General FM Stereo Radio
Power Supply : DC 12 V (11 V - 16 V), TestVoltage 14.4 V, Negative GroundTone Controls : Bass; ±12 dB at 100 HzCurrent Consumption : Less than 2.5 A (tape mode, 0.5 W 4-Speaker)Maximum Power Output : 40 W x 4 (at 4 Ω)Power Output : 20 W x 4(DIN45 324, at 4 Ω)Speaker Impedance : 4 - 8 ΩDimensions : 178(W) x 50(H) x 150(D) mmWeight : 1.4 kg		Frequency Range : 87.5 - 108 MHzUsable Sensitivity : 6 dB/μV(S/N 30 dB)Stereo Separation : 35 dB (at 1 kHz)
		MW Radio
		Frequency Range : 531 - 1 602 kHzUsable Sensitivity : 28 dB/μV (S/N 20 dB)
		LW Radio
		Frequency Range : 153 - 279 kHzUsable Sensitivity : 32 dB/μV (S/N 20 dB)
		Cassette Tape Player
		Reproduction System : 4-track, 2-program stereoTape Speed : 4.76 cm/sec.FF/REW Time : Less than 110 sec. (C-60)Frequency Response : 30 - 17 000 Hz (normal)30 - 18 000 Hz (metal)Wow and Flutter : 0.12 % (WRMS)Signal to Noise Ratio : 52 dB

Note: Specifications and design are subject to modification without notice due to improvements.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 542-8588, Japan

P.T. National Gobel

JI.Raya Jakarta-Bogor Km.29 P.O.BOX 6000, Jakarta 13710 INDONESIA