Panasonic Stereo Receiver CR W400U User Manual

High Power Receiver  
CR-W400U  
Operating Instructions  
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.  
 
Panasonic welcomes you to our ever growing family of electronic product owners. We know that this  
product will bring you many hours of enjoyment. Our reputation is built on precise electronic and  
mechanical engineering, manufactured with carefully selected components and assembled by people  
who take pride in their work. 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.  
Use This Equipment Safely  
When Driving  
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions.  
When Washing Vehicle  
Do not expose the equipment, including the speakers to water or excessive moisture. This could cause  
electrical shorts, fire or other damage.  
When Parked  
Parking in direct sunlight can produce very high temperatures inside your vehicle. Give the interior a  
chance to cool down before switching the unit on.  
Use the Proper Power Supply  
This equipment is designed to operate off a 12 volt, negative ground battery system (the normal system  
in a North American vehicle.)  
Use Authorized Service centers  
Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust this precision equipment. Please refer to the Service center list  
included with this product for service assistance.  
For Installation  
The product should be installed in a horizontal position with the front end up at a convenient angle, but  
not more than 30˚.  
Find the model number and serial number on either the back or bottom of the unit. Please record them  
in the space below and retain this booklet as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in  
identification in case of theft.  
MODEL NUMBER  
CR-W400U  
SERIAL NUMBER  
FROM  
DATE PURCHASED  
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Contents  
Use This Equipment Safely ...................................................................Page 2  
Power and Sound Controls ......................................................................4  
How to adjust the volume, mute, balance, and tone for best listening  
Radio Basics..............................................................................................6  
Mode selection, manual and automatic tuning, band selection,  
preset stations  
Clock Basics..............................................................................................9  
Setting the time, selecting the clock display  
In case of Malfunction ............................................................................10  
Installation Guide....................................................................................11  
Step-by-step procedures, electrical connections  
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................15  
Troubleshooting tips, where to get service help  
Specifications .............................................................................................17  
Part 15 of the FCC Rules............................................................................17  
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Power and Sound Controls  
CRW400U  
Power  
If the vehicle is not running yet, turn the key in the ignition until the  
accessory indicator lights.  
Press [PWR] to switch on the power.  
Volume  
Press the knob to select the volume mode and then turn it  
clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the volume level.  
Volume Level  
0 to 40  
d
Anti-Volume-Blast Circuit  
At power on, the volume returns to the previous level slowly if  
the level was at 20 or higher.  
Changing Audio Modes  
Press this knob [SEL] to change the audio mode as follows.  
VOL  
(Volume)  
c
BASS  
TRE  
(Treble)  
d
a
a
FADE  
BAL  
b
(Fader)  
(Balance)  
d
Bass and Treble  
Press the knob to select the BASS or TREBLE mode and then turn  
it clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the  
bass/treble level.  
-12 to 12  
-12 to 12  
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Power and Sound Controls (continued)  
Balance  
Press the knob to select the BALANCE mode and then turn it  
clockwise or counterclockwise to shift the sound volume to the right  
or left speakers.  
or L 1 to 15  
(R: Right, L: Left)  
Balance Center  
Fader  
Press the knob to select the FADER mode and then turn it  
clockwise or counterclockwise to shift the sound volume to the front  
or rear speakers.  
or R 1 to 15  
(F: Front, R: Rear)  
Fader Center  
Note: In the audio mode (BASS/TRE/BAL/FADE), the display  
will return to regular operation mode when there is no input for  
more than 5 seconds (2 seconds in the VOL mode).  
Press and hold  
Tone Enhancement (Loudness)  
Press and hold [BAND] (LOUD) for more than 2 seconds to  
enhance bass and treble tones when listening at low or medium  
volume.  
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Press and hold [BAND] (LOUD) for more than 2 seconds again to  
deactivate when listening at higher volumes.  
Mute  
Press [MUTE] to mute the sound completely.  
Press [MUTE] again to cancel.  
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Radio Basics  
CRW400U  
Selecting a Band  
Press [BAND] to change the band setting as follows.  
FM1  
FM2  
W/B  
AM  
a
a
a
(Weather Band)  
c
d
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"ST" indicator lights when FM stereo breadcast is available.  
Manual Tuning  
Press [TUNE  
] or [TUNE  
] to tune in a higher or lower  
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frequency.  
Hold and release  
Seek Tuning  
Press and hold [SEEK  
seconds, then release it.  
] or [SEEK  
] for more than 0.5  
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Seek tuning will automatically stop when a signal of the next  
broadcast station is received.  
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Radio Basics (continued)  
Station Preset  
FM1, FM2 and AM can save maximum 6 stations each in their preset station memories.  
Caution: To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations while you are driving.  
Manual Station Preset  
Press [BAND] to select a desired band.  
Use manual or seek tuning to find a station to be stored in the  
preset memory.  
Press and hold one of the preset buttons [1] to [6] until the  
display blinks once.  
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d
Preset Number  
Note: You can change the memory setting by repeating the above  
procedure.  
d
Auto Station Preset  
Select a band and press and hold [SCAN] (AUTO PRESETS) for  
more than 2 seconds.  
The 6 strongest available stations will be automatically saved in  
the memory on preset buttons [1] to [6].  
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Once set, the preset stations are sequentially scanned for 5  
seconds each.  
Notes:  
d
Press and hold  
In Auto Station Preset mode, only FM2 is available for FM  
stations. (FM1 is not available.)  
Auto Station Preset is not activated in Weather Band.  
Any stations preset previously on the selected band will be  
erased.  
Tuning in a Preset Station  
Press the corresponding preset buttons [1] to [6] to tune in a preset  
station.  
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Tuning in a Weather Band  
Station  
Press any of the buttons [1] to [6] to monitor the preset station.  
The frequency (162) remains unchanged.  
WB  
Weather Band Frequency Channel Number  
Note: The weather band (CH1-6) has been preset. CH7 is  
selected by pressing [ ] or [ ].  
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Weather Band Stations  
National Weather Radio Broadcasts from over 380 locations  
throughout the U.S. on seven VHF/FM frequencies.  
Tune to weather band to receive continuous weather information 24  
hours a day on one of the following frequencies.  
1. 162.550 MHz  
2. 162.400 MHz  
3. 162.475 MHz  
4. 162.425 MHz  
5. 162.450 MHz  
6. 162.500 MHz  
7. 162.525 MHz  
Occasionally the frequency of an existing or planned station must  
be changed because of unexpected radio frequency interference  
with adjacent NOAA Weather Radio Stations and/or with other  
Government or Commercial Operations within the area. If you have  
a question concerning NOAA Weather Radio, please contact your  
nearest National Weather Service Office.  
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Clock Basics (The clock system is 12-hours.)  
CRW400U  
Initial Time  
Press and hold [CLK] to set time. Display blinks, and the time  
setting mode is activated.  
Press [ ] to set the hour.  
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Press [ ] to set the minute.  
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(Hold [ ] or [ ] to change numbers rapidly.)  
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Once the time has been set, release [CLK].  
Note: When the clock is not set yet, "SET" is displayed.  
or  
Time Reset  
When you want to reset the time, repeat steps  
and  
above.  
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Clock Display  
Press [CLK] to display the current time.  
Press [CLK] again to return to previous display.  
Note: The current time will be displayed at all the time even the  
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power of the radio is turned off.  
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In Case of Malfunction  
Reset Switch  
If the unit does not respond when the function buttons are  
pressed, press the reset switch with a small pointed object,  
such as a pencil point. This will restore the unit to its default  
settings. All previously stored memory settings will be  
erased. Repeat the necessary steps in the previous pages to  
reprogram the clock and memory settings. If pressing the  
reset switch does not restore normal operation, please  
return the radio to the nearest authorized service center for  
service.  
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Installation Guide  
WARNING  
This installation information is designed for experienced installers  
and is not intended for non-technical individuals. It does not  
contain warnings or cautions of potential dangers in attempting to  
install this product.  
Any attempt to install this product in a motor vehicle by anyone  
other than qualified installer could cause damage to the electrical  
system and could result in serious personal injury or death.  
Overview  
Installation Hardware  
This equipment should be installed by a  
professional. However, if you plan to install this  
unit yourself, your first step is to decide where to  
install it. The instructions in these pages will  
guide you through the remaining steps: (Please  
refer to "WARNING" statement above).  
No.  
Item  
Diagram Qty  
Mounting Collar  
1
Identify and label the vehicle wires.  
Connect the vehicle wires to the wires of the  
power connector.  
Install the unit in the dash.  
Check the operation of the unit.  
If you do encounter problems, please consult  
your nearest authorized dealer.  
Caution: This unit will operate with a 12 volt DC  
negative ground auto battery system only. Do  
not attempt to use it in any other system. Doing  
so could cause serious damage.  
Before you begin installation, look for the following  
items included in the packing with your unit.  
Installation Hardware ...... Needed for in-dash  
installation  
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Installation Procedures  
When bending the mounting tab of the mounting collar with a screwdriver, be careful not to injure  
your hands and fingers.  
We strongly recommend you to wear gloves for installation work to protect yourself from injuries.  
Note: Disconnect the cable from the negative (–) battery terminal.  
1. Secure the Mounting Collar  
.
Insert Mounting Collar  
screwdriver.  
into the vehicle's dashboard, and bend mounting tabs out with a  
Mounting Tab  
Dashboard  
1
Mounting Collar  
Screwdriver  
2. Secure the rear of the unit.  
a) Insert Power Connector to the unit.  
b) Check the electrical connection by referring to this operating instructions.  
c) Insert the unit into Mounting Collar  
and push it in until "click" is heard.  
Power Connector  
Unit  
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To remove the unit from the vehicle's dashboard  
Insert each removal tool and pull.  
Removal tool  
(U-shaped)  
Note: Do not lose removal tools. They will be needed to remove the unit from the vehicle's  
dashboard.  
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Electrical Connections  
Cautions:  
This product is designed to operate with a 12-volt negative ground battery system.  
To prevent damage to the unit, be sure to follow the connection diagram below.  
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 vehicle chassis. Bundle  
all cables and keep cable terminals free from touching any metal parts.  
Receiver  
CR-W400U  
Antenna  
(Rear Side)  
Power Connector  
(Red)  
ACC  
Power Lead (ACC or IGN)  
To ACC power, +12V DC  
(Black)  
Ground Lead  
To a clean, bare metallic part of  
the vehicle chassis  
Ground  
Battery  
Battery Lead  
To the vehicle battery, continuous  
+12V DC  
(Yellow)  
(Orange w/White stripe)  
(Violet w/black stripe)  
Dimmer  
Dimmer Control Lead  
Connect to vehicle dimmer control lead  
(Gray w/black stripe)  
(white) (Gray)  
(White  
w/black  
stripe)  
(Green  
w/black  
stripe)  
(Green)  
(Violet)  
Left Speaker  
(Front)  
Right Speaker  
(Front)  
Left Speaker  
(Rear)  
Right Speaker  
(Rear)  
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Troubleshooting  
Maintenance  
When Something Doesn't Work  
Your product is designed and manufactured to  
ensure a minimum of maintenance. Use a soft  
cloth for routine exterior cleaning. Never use  
benzine, thinner, or other solvent.  
Check the charts on page 16 for possible causes  
and solutions to any problem you might be  
experiencing. Some simple checks or minor  
adjustments may eliminate the problem.  
Product Servicing  
If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the  
problem, we recommend that you take it to your  
nearest authorized PASC service center. The  
unit should be serviced only by a qualified  
technician.  
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Troubleshooting (continued)  
Troubleshooting Tips  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
PROBABLE SOLUTION  
Unit does not turn on.  
Dead vehicle battery  
Ignition or Acc is not on.  
Bad power line connection  
Charge vehicle battery.  
Turn ignition to On or Acc.  
Check connections.  
Radio has static.  
Antenna not hooked up  
Close to high power lines  
Hook up antenna.  
Move away from high power lines.  
Radio memory buttons do not Not holding buttons down long Press and hold buttons for more  
work. enough than 2 seconds.  
Inverted sound (Left/Right conn- The speaker cords are inverted. Check the speaker cords.  
ections.)  
No sound from front or rear The fader control is set on the Adjust the fader control of the  
speakers  
wrong position.  
unit correctly.  
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Specifications  
General  
Power Supply  
Maximum Power Output  
: 12 V DC (11V-16V) Test Voltage 14.4V, Negative ground  
×
: 37W 4 channels at 400 Hz, Volume Control maximum  
Power Output  
: 18W per channel into 4 ohms, 40 to 30,000Hz at 3% THD.  
Tone Action  
: Bass; ± 12 dB at 100 Hz  
Treble; ± 12 dB at 10 kHz  
Current Consumption  
Speaker Impedance  
: Less than 2.5 A (0.5W 4-speaker)  
: 4 (4-8 acceptable)  
×
×
×
×
×
×
Dimensions (W  
Weight  
H
D)  
: 7" 1-15/16" 5-7/8" (178 50 150 mm)  
: 1 lbs. 14 oz. (0.85 k )  
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AM Radio  
Frequency Range  
: 530-1,710 kHz  
Useable Sensitivity  
: 28 dB/µV (25 µV/ S/N 20 dB)  
FM Stereo Radio  
Frequency Range  
Useable Sensitivity  
50 dB Quienting Sensitivity  
Frequency Response  
Alternate Channel Selectivity  
Stereo Separation  
: 87.9-107.9 MHz  
: 12 dBf. (1.1 µV / 75, S/N 30 dB)  
: 17 dBf. (1.8 µV / 75)  
: 30-15,000 Hz ± 3 dB  
: 75 dB  
: 35 dB at 1,000 Hz  
: 70 dB (Mono)  
Signal/Noise Ratio  
Weather Band Radio  
Frequency Range  
Useable Sensitivity  
Signal/Noise Ratio (40 dB/µV)  
: 162.40-162.55 MHz  
: 3 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)  
: 50 dB  
*Above specifications comply with EIA standards.  
Note: Specifications and design are subject to modification without notice due to improvements in  
technology.  
Part 15 of the FCC Rules  
This unit has been manufactured under the Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Do not attempt to make any changes or modifications to this unit.  
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Company, Division of Matsushita  
Electric Corporation of America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,  
New Jersey 07094  
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