Panasonic cq-rx300n Manual Do Utilizador

AAC WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver 

Model:

WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver

Model:

• Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and keep this manual for future reference.

(YEFX0217263A)

(YGFC051023)

(K1HY13YY0002)

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\ 
Remote Control Unit (includes a 
battery) 

(EUR7641010)

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\ 
Removable Face Plate Case 

(YGFA134302)

\CQ-RX200N\  \CQ-RX103N\  \CQ-RX102N\  \CQ-RX101N\
Request for use of the Removable Face Plate Case: 
• To avoid trouble and ensure safety, use the optional Removable 

Face Plate Case (YGFA134302). 

(English: 

YGFM286051)

(Deutsch : 

YGFM286052)

(Français : 

YGFM286053)

(Nederlands :  YGFM286054)

(Svenska : 

YGFM286055)

(Italiano : 

YGFM286056)

(Español : 

YGFM286057)

(Dansk : 

YGFM286058)

(Polski : 

YGFM286059)

(Česky : 

YGFM286060)

(Magyar : 

YGFM286061)

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\
\CQ-RX200N\
System Upgrade Guidebook

(YGFM262851)

(English, Deutsch, Français,

Nederlands 

: YGFM294417)

(Svenska, Italiano, Español,

Dansk 

: YGFM294418)

(Polski, Česky, Magyar

 

: YGFM294419) 

Installation kit (YEP0FZ5700)

Mounting Bolt (5 mm œ)

(CQ-RX400N/

CQ-RX300N)

Notes:
• The number in parentheses underneath each accessory part 

name is the part number for maintenance and service.

• Accessories and their part numbers are subject to modifi cation 

without prior notice due to improvements.

• Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are mounted on the main unit at 

shipment.

Q

 Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other 

components of your car audio system carefully before using the 
system. They contain instructions about how to use the system in 
a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no responsibility 
for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions 
given in this manual. 

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 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.

This pictograph intends to alert you to the presence 

of important operating instructions and installation 

instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in 

injury or material damage.

unit.
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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.

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This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded 
12 V DC battery system. Never operate this product with other 
battery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery system.

R

Batteries and insulation fi lm can be ingested, so keep them out of 
the reach of infants. If an infant ingests a battery or insulation fi lm, 
please seek immediate medical attention.

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Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.

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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 Service Centre.

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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.

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If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the fl oor while 
driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, and lead to a traffi c 
accident.

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When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it replaced 
with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualifi ed service 
engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead to smoke, 
fi re, and damage to the product.

Observe the following warnings when installing.
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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 
specifi c 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.

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Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank, brake, 
suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for wiring or 
fi xing the product or its accessories.

R

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If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach or wire 
the product, fi rst check where the wire harness, gasoline tank, 
and electric wiring are located. Then open the hole from outside if 
possible.

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The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions may cause 
fi re, electrical shock or a traffi c accident.

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unit.
R

Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffi c 
conditions while driving.

R

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Operating the audio system for a long period of time with the 
engine turned off will drain the battery.

R

Otherwise these will raise the interior temperature of the unit, and 
it may lead to smoke, fi re, or other damage to the unit.

R

Exposure of the unit to water, moisture, or dust may lead to 
smoke, fi re, or other damage to the unit. Make especially sure that 
the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days. 

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Failure to observe this, the loud noise may come out and damage 
your speakers and your hearing. Direct connection of the speaker/
headphone output of an external device without any attenuator 
may distort sound or damage the connected external device. 

Observe the following cautions when installing.
R

Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience. For 
maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer. Panasonic is not 
liable for any problems resulting from your own installation of the 
unit.

R

Not following the instructions to properly install and wire the 
product could cause an accident or fi re.

R

When wiring, take care not to damage the leads. Prevent them 
from getting caught in the vehicle chassis, screws, and moving 
parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull, bend or twist the 
leads. Do not run them near heat sources or place heavy objects 
on them. If leads must be run over sharp metal edges, protect the 
leads by winding them with vinyl tape or similar protection.

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Use the supplied or designated parts and appropriate tools to 
install the product. The use of parts other than those supplied 
or designated may result in internal damage to the unit. Faulty 
installation may lead to an accident, a malfunction or fi re.

R

Blocking these parts will cause the interior of the unit to overheat 
and will result in fi re or other damage.

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Avoid slanted or strongly curved surfaces for installation. If the 

installation is not stable, the unit may fall down while driving and 

this can lead to an accident or injury.

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The product should be installed in a horizontal position with the 

front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than 30˚.

The user should bear in mind that in some areas there may be 

restrictions on how and where this unit must be installed. Consult 

your dealer for further details.

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\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\
• Use only specifi ed battery (CR2025).
• Match the polarity of the battery with the (+) and (–) marks in the 

battery case.

• Replace a dead battery as soon as possible.
• Remove the battery from the remote control unit when not using it 

for an extended period of time.

• Insulate the battery (by placing them in a plastic bag or covering 

them with vinyl tape) before disposal or storage.

• Dispose of the battery according to the local regulations.
• Do not disassemble, recharge, heat or short the battery. Do not 

throw a battery into a fi re or water.

• Thoroughly wipe the battery liquid off the battery case and insert 

new battery.

• If any part of your body or clothing comes into contact with battery 

liquid, wash it with plenty of water.

• If battery liquid comes into contact with your eyes, wash them with 

plenty of water and get immediate medical attention. 

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\

• Do not connect a USB device directly to this unit. If the USB device 

is connected directly to this unit and an accident occurs, or if the 
brakes are applied suddenly, the driver or passenger may bump 
into the USB device and may get injured. 

• Position the USB device and USB extension cable so that they do 

not obstruct your driving. 

• Do not connect any USB device other than USB memory, a USB 

audio player or iPod series (\CQ-RX400N\). Do not connect multiple 
USB devices to the USB connector. Drawing power for multiple 
USB devices from the connector could cause overheating and 
smoking.

Deck Ass’y (in the unit, 
upper side)

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be 

mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be 

accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer

upon the purchase of an equivalent new product.

Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human 

health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority 

for further details of your nearest designated collection point.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

This unit is a very intricate device that uses a laser 

pickup to retrieve information from the surface of 

compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so that its 

rays remain inside the cabinet.

Therefore, never try to disassemble the player or alter 

any of its parts since you may be exposed to laser rays 

and dangerous voltages.

(Bottom of the unit)

Panasonic welcomes you to our 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. 
\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\ \CQ-RX200N\

The instruction manual consists of 2 books. One is “Operating Instructions” describing the operations of the main unit. 

The other is “System Upgrade Guidebook” describing the optional devices such as CD changer.

This operating instruction manual is for 6 models CQ-RX400N, CQ-RX300N, CQ-RX200N, CQ-RX103N, CQ-RX102N and CQ-RX101N. All illustrations throughout 

this manual represent model CQ-RX400N unless otherwise specifi ed. The following table describes the differences among 6 models.

CQ-RX400N

CQ-RX300N

CQ-RX200N

CQ-RX103N

CQ-RX102N

CQ-RX101N

Removable Face Plate Case Included

Included

Not included

Not included

Not included

Not included

Remote Control Unit

Included

Included

Not included

Not included

Not included

Not included

System Upgrade Guidebook Included

Included

Included

Not included

Not included

Not included

System-up Connector

Supported

Supported

Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

Preamp Out Connector

2 (Front/Rear)

2 (Front/Rear)

1 (Rear)

1 (Rear)

1 (Rear)

1 (Rear)

USB Connector

Supported (USB iPod) Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

AAC playback

Supported

Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

Button logo colour

Blue

Red

Red

Blue

Green

Red

Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a dry, 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 Service Centre.

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

Notes:
• Do not touch the contacts on the face plate and the main 

unit, since this may result in poor electrical contact.

• If dirt or other foreign substances get on the contacts, wipe 

them off with a clean and dry cloth.

(Anti-Theft System)

• Use fuses of the same specifi ed rating (15 A). Using substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the unit directly 

without a fuse could cause fi re or damage to the unit. If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest authorized 
Panasonic Service Centre.

Turn off the power.

Press

[ ]. The face plate will open.

Pull it out toward you.

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\ 

Put the face plate in the case. 

Slide the left side of the face plate in place.

Press the right end of face plate until a 
“click” is heard.

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\  \CQ-RX200N\

Connection of the Expansion Module (hub unit, CY-EM100N) allows 

users to connect up to 4 optional devices shown below. 

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\  \CQ-RX200N\

Various optional components allow users to obtain availability of wide range of 

system upgrade. Upgrading the system delivers relaxed AV space in a car. For 

further information, refer to the separate System Upgrade Guidebook. 
•

iPod
The optional adaptor (Direct Cable for iPod: CA-DC300N) allows 
you to connect the optional iPod series. 
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other 
countries.

The optional adaptor (Conversion Cable for DVD/CD Changer: 
CA-CC30N) allows you to connect the optional Panasonic CD 
changer unit (CX-DP880N).

Using the optional Bluetooth Unit (CY-BT200N) and a Bluetooth 
device enables hands-free telephony and Bluetooth Audio listening 
with this unit. 
Note: This unit does not support CY-BT100N. 
Bluetooth

  The Bluetooth word mark and logo are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, 

Inc. and any use of such marks by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., 
Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade name are those of 
their respective owners.

You have 6 preset modes (FLAT, ROCK, POP, VOCAL, JAZZ, CLUB). You 

can customize your settings for these and save them for instant recall.
SQ3 (3-Band Sound Quality) 

Center frequency and level are adjustable in each of 3 bands. This lets 

you fi ne-tune sound quality for each genre to suit car-interior acoustics 

and your personal preferences. (

«

 “Sound Control”) 

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\

The USB Connector is equipped on the front panel. (

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By connecting a USB memory (not included) to USB connector via a 

USB extension cable (USB 2.0, not included), you can enjoy MP3/

WMA/AAC fi les stored on the USB memory (not included) in your car. 
\CQ-RX400N\

By connecting iPod series to USB connector via a USB extension cable 

for iPod (USB 2.0, not included), you can enjoy music fi les stored on 
the iPod series in your car. 

The AUX input terminal is equipped on the front panel. 

Your mobile audio player and other devices are connectable to this unit 

without any diffi culty.  

Printed in China

Power supply 

:  DC 12 V (11 V – 16 V DC), test 

voltage 14.4 V, negative ground

Current consumption 

:  Less than 2.1 A

   

 (CD mode; 0.5 W x 4 channels)

Maximum power output 

:  50 W x 4 channels (at 1 kHz), 

volume control maximum 

Power output 

:  22 W x 4 channels 

(DIN 45 324, at 4 j ) 

Tone/SQ adjustment range  : SQ Low/Bass: ±12 dB 

   

 (at 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz)

   

 SQ Mid: ±12 dB 

   

 (at 500 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz, 3 kHz)

   

 SQ High/Treble: ±12 dB 

   

 (at 10 kHz, 12 kHz, 15 kHz, 18 kHz)

Speaker impedance 

: 4 – 8 j

Pre-amp output voltage 

: 2.0 V (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB)

Pre-amp output impedance  : 200 j

USB Connector \CQ-RX400N\ \CQ-RX300N\

USB Standard Compatibility  : 1.1/2.0 Full Speed

  Maximum Supply Current : 500 mA

Front AUX input

  Input impedance 

: 10 kj

  Allowable external input  : 2.0 V

  Connector 

: 3.5 mm œ Stereo mini-pin 

Dimensions (W x H x D) 

: 178 x 50 x 160 mm 

Weight 

: 1.2 kg

Sampling frequency  

: 8 times oversampling

DA converter 

: 1 bit DAC System

Pick-up type 

: Astigma 3-beam

Light source 

: Semiconductor laser

Wave length 

: 790 nm

Frequency response 

: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)

Signal to noise ratio 

: 96 dB

Total harmonic distortion 

: 0.01 % (1 kHz)

Wow and fl utter 

: Below measurable limits

Channel separation 

: 85 dB

• Order accessories and consumable items for your product with ease and 

confi dence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday - Thursday 
9:00am - 5:30pm, Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays).

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at 

www.panasonic.co.uk.

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted. 
• All enquiries, transactions and distribution facilities are provided 

directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

• It couldn’t be simpler!
• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of 

fi nished products, so take a browse on our website for further details.

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852
• For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333
• Visit our website for product information 
  www.panasonic.co.uk.
• E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk

Notes:
• Remote Control Unit for CQ-RX200N/CQ-RX103N/CQ-RX102N/

CQ-RX101N is option (CA-RC80N). 

• The optional remote control is available from your local dealer. 

(CA-RC80N)

(CA-RC80N)

Frequency range 

: 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz

Usable sensitivity 

: 6 dB/µV (S/N 30 dB)

Stereo separation 

: 35 dB (at 1 kHz)

Frequency range  

: 531 kHz – 1 602 kHz

Usable sensitivity 

: 28 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)

Frequency range  

: 153 kHz – 279 kHz

Usable sensitivity 

: 32 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)

Notes:
• Specifi cations and design are subject to modifi cation without 

notice due to improvements.

• Some fi gures and illustrations in this manual may be different 

from your product.

Authorized Representative
[Requirements of the EMC directive]:
Panasonic Testing Centre
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH 
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany

Web Site: http://panasonic.net

CQ-RX400N

MP3/WMA/AAC

CQ-RX300N

MP3/WMA/AAC

CQ-RX200N

MP3/WMA

CQ-RX103N

MP3/WMA

CQ-RX102N

MP3/WMA

CQ-RX101N

MP3/WMA

MP3* (MPEG Audio Layer-3) and WMA (Windows Media

TM

Audio) are the compression formats of digital audio. The former 

is developed by MPEG (Motion Picture Experts Group), and 

the latter is developed by Microsoft Corporation. Using these 

compression formats, you can record the contents of about 

10 music CDs on a single CD media (This fi gures refer to data 

recorded on a 650 MB CD-R or CD-RW at a fi xed bit rate of 

128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz).

*MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from 

Fraunhofer. 

AAC is an abbreviation for “Advanced Audio Coding”.

It has been defi ned as a standard for audio compression 

technology using MPEG 2 and MPEG 4.

Note: MP3/WMA/AAC encoding and writing software is not 
supplied with this unit.

• High bit rate and high sampling frequency are recommended 

for high quality sounds.

• Selecting VBR (Variable Bit Rate) is not recommended 

because playing time is not displayed properly and sound 
may be skipped. 

• The playback sound quality differs depending on the 

encoding circumstances. For details, refer to the instructions 
of your own encoding software and writing software.

• It is recommended to set the bit rate to “128 kbps or more” 

and “fi xed”.

• It is recommended to set the bit rate to “64 kbps or more” 

and “fi xed”.

• Do not set the copy protect attribute on the WMA fi le to 

enable this unit to play back. 

• It is recommended to set the bit rate to “128 kbps or more” 

and “fi xed”.

• The formats and extensions for AAC data vary according to 

the encoder software used. 

• AAC fi les which can be played on this unit have the “.m4a” 

extension and were encoded with Apple iTunes

®

 version 7. 

• The fi le extension for fi les encoded with the iTunes Apple 

Lossless Encoder is “.m4a”, but such fi les cannot be played 
on this player.

• Files under copyright protection cannot be played. 

iTunes is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. 

and other countries/regions. 

Windows Media, and the 

Windows logo are trademarks, or 

registered trademarks of Microsoft 

Corporation in the United States 

and/or other countries/regions.

• CD-TEXT

Disc title
Track title

• MP3 (ID3 tag)

Album name
Title name/artist name

• MP3/WMA/AAC

Folder name
File name

• WMA (WMA tag)

Album name
Title name/artist name

• AAC (Song information) 

Album name
Title name/artist name

• Displayable length of fi le name/folder name: within 

32 characters. (Unicoded fi le and folder names are reduced 
by half in the number of displayable characters.)

• Name fi les and folders in accordance with the standard of 

each fi le system. Refer to the instructions of writing software 
for details.

• ASCII character set and special characters in each language 

can be displayed. 

• Some Cyrillic characters in the Unicode can be displayed. 

A to Z, a to z, digits 0 to 9, and the following symbols:

(space) ! ” # $ % & ’ ( )  * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ˆ _ ` { | } ~
Special Characters

À Á Â Ã Å à á â ã å

Ä ä

Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö ò ó ô õ ö

Ù Ú Û Ü ù ú û ü

Notes:
• With some software in which MP3/WMA/AAC format fi les 

have been encoded, the character information may not be 
displayed properly. 

• Undisplayable characters and symbols will be converted into 

an asterisk ( ).

• It is recommended that the length of the fi le name is less 

than 8 characters (excluding the fi le extension). 

• You are recommended to minimize the chances of making 

• If CD-DA fi les are on the same disc as MP3, WMA or AAC 

• When storing MP3 data, WMA data or AAC data on the 

• Do not record fi les other than MP3/WMA/AAC fi les and 

unnecessary folder on a disc.

• The name of an MP3/WMA/AAC fi le should be added by 

rules as shown in the following descriptions and also comply 
with the rules of each fi le system. 

• The fi le extension “.mp3”, “.wma” or “.m4a” should be 

assigned to each fi le depending on the fi le format.

• You may encounter trouble in playing MP3/WMA/AAC fi les or 

displaying the information of MP3/WMA/AAC fi les recorded 
with certain writing software or CD recorders.

• This unit does not have a play list function.
• Although Multi-session recording is supported, the use of 

Disc-at-Once is recommended.

Supported fi le systems
Q

ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, Apple Extension to ISO 9660, Joliet, 

Romeo
Note: Apple HFS, UDF 1.50, Mix CD and CD Extra are not 

supported.

Q

\CQ-RX400N\ \CQ-RX300N\

File system is FAT12/16/32

(Recommendation: “Points to Remember When Making MP3/WMA/AAC Files” 

«

Left)

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\

MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3 (MP3)

32 k – 320 kbps Yes

32, 44.1, 48 kHz

MPEG 2 Audio Layer-3 (MP3)

8 k – 160 kbps

Yes

16, 22.05, 24 kHz

MPEG 2.5 Audio Layer-3 (MP3)

8 k – 160 kbps

Yes

8, 11.025, 12 kHz

Windows Media Audio Ver. 2B9*

64 k – 160 kbps Yes

32, 44.1, 48 kHz

MPEG 4 Advanced Audio Coding Low Complexity 
(AAC LC)

16 k – 320 kbps Yes

8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 
44.1, 48 kHz

* WMA 9 Professional/LossLess/Voice are not supported. 

• Maximum depth of trees: 8
\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\ 
• Maximum number of fi les 
    CD-media: 999 
    USB device: 65 535
• Maximum number of fi les in one folder
    CD-media: 999 
    USB device: 999 
• Maximum number of folders: 
    CD-media: 256 (Root folder is included.)  
    USB device: 255 (Root folder is included.) 
\CQ-RX200N\  \CQ-RX103N\  \CQ-RX102N\  \CQ-RX101N\
• Maximum number of fi les: 999
• Maximum number of fi les in one folder: 999
• Maximum number of folders: 256 (Root folder is included.) 
Notes:
• You can shorten the duration between data read and 

playback by decreasing the quantity of fi les or folders, or the 
depth of the hierarchy.

• This unit counts the number of folders irrespective of the 

presence or absence of an MP3/WMA/AAC fi le.

• If the selected folder does not contain any MP3/WMA/AAC 

fi les, the nearest MP3/WMA/AAC fi les in the order of 
playback will be played.

• Playback order may be different from other MP3/WMA/AAC 

players even if the same disc is used.

• “ROOT” appears when displaying the root folder name. 
\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\
• Empty folders stored on the USB memory are not included in 

the folder count. 

• Depending on the connected USB memory, the order in 

which the fi les are played back may differ to the order in 
which the fi les were stored.

1

1

4

5

6

2

3

8

7

8

Root folder 

(Root Directory)

In the order 

In the order 

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\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\

1

4

5

2

3

1

5

Root folder 

(Root Directory)

In the order 
File Selection 

In the order 

\CQ-RX200N\  \CQ-RX103N\  \CQ-RX102N\  \CQ-RX101N\

MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3 (MP3)

32 k – 320 kbps Yes

32, 44.1, 48 kHz

MPEG 2 Audio Layer-3 (MP3)

8 k – 160 kbps

Yes

16, 22.05, 24 kHz

MPEG 2.5 Audio Layer-3 (MP3)

8 k – 160 kbps

Yes

8, 11.025, 12 kHz

Windows Media Audio Ver. 2B9*

64 k – 160 kbps Yes

32, 44.1, 48 kHz

* WMA 9 Professional/LossLess/Voice are not supported. 

Check and take steps as described below.

If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it is 

recommended to take the unit to your nearest authorized Panasonic 

Service Centre. The product should be serviced only by qualifi ed 

personnel. Please refer the checking and the repair to professionals. 

Panasonic shall not be liable for any accidents arising out of neglect 

of checking the unit or your own repair after your checking.
Never take measures especially those other than 
indicated by italic letters in “Possible Solution” described 
below because those are too dangerous for users to 
handle themselves.

• Do not use the unit in an irregular condition, for example, 

without sound, or with smoke or a foul smell, which can cause 
ignition or electric shock. Immediately stop using the unit and 
consult your dealer.

• Never try to repair the unit by yourself because it is dangerous 

to do so.

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•

Verify the wiring. (battery lead, power 
lead, ground lead, etc.)

•

Fuse blown (Contact the nearest Panasonic 
Service Centre.)

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•

Be sure to use the same rated fuse.

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•

Verify the wiring.

•

•

Make sure that grounding is established 
properly.

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•

Verify the wiring.

•

Connect the speaker lead correctly.

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•

Make sure that the antenna mounted point 
is grounded properly.

•

(The disc is ejected automatically.)

The disc is dirty or upside down.

•

(The disc is ejected automatically.)

The disc has scratches.

•

No operation by some cause.

•

Cannot read the fi le

•

A WMA/AAC fi le can be copyrighted.

•

The fi le protected by copyright is not 
playable.

\CQ-RX400N\  \CQ-RX300N\  \CQ-RX200N\ 
Note: Refer to the System Upgrade Guidebook for error messages 

regarding optional products. 

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•

The maximum permissible tilt angle is 
30°.

•

Secure the unit.

•

Press []. If the disc is still not ejected, 

Printed side

• Do not touch the underside of the disc.
• Do not scratch on the disc.
• Do not bend the disc.
• When not in use, keep disc in the case.

• Special discs in a shape which is not round

• Partly or wholly transparent disc

Wholly transparent disc

Partly transparent disc

Wholly semi-transparent disc may not be played back.
• Discs with adhered labels, etc. on them

Disc with adhered stickers 

or tape

Labels created by a printer

Protective fi lms or sheets

Discs accessories (stabilizers, 

etc.)

• Damaged or deformed discs

Shoddily made discs

Discs with cracks, scratches or 

parts missing

Discs with burrs 

Please remove the burrs 

before use. 

The surfaces of new discs tend to be slippery. Therefore, 

when using such a disc for the fi rst time, it may not load 

satisfactorily even when it has been inserted into the unit. At 

a time like this, insert the disc into the unit as far as it will go 

until it is loaded properly. 
• When inserting a disc into or ejecting and removing it 

• Direct sunlight
• Near car heaters
• Dirty, dusty and damp areas
• On seats and dashboards

• Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward. 

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• Do not attach any seals or labels to your discs. 
• Do not write on the disc label in a heavy pen or ballpoint 

pen.

• You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW discs 

recorded using CD recorders (CD-R/RW drives), either 
due to their recording characteristics or dirt, fi ngerprints, 
scratches, etc. on the disc surface.

• CD-R/RW discs are less resistant to high temperatures 

and high humidity than ordinary music CD. Leaving them 
inside a car for extended periods may damage and make 
playback impossible.

• The unit may not successfully playback a CD-R/RW, 

that was made by the combination of writing software, 
a CD recorder (CD-R/RW drive) and a disc if they are 
incompatible with one another. 

• This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs if the session is 

not closed.

• Be sure to observe the handling instructions of CD-R/RW 

discs.

• This player cannot play CD-R/RW discs which contain 

other than CD-DA or MP3/WMA/AAC data (Video CD, etc.).

It is prohibited by copyright laws to copy, distribute and 

deliver copyrighted materials such as music without the 

approval of copyright holder except enjoying yourself 

personally.  

Above description complies with our investigations as of 

September 2007. It has no warranty for reproducibility and 

displayability of MP3/WMA/AAC.

YGFM286051A   FT1007-1117