Panasonic Dual DIN Hdd Mobile Navigation System Cn Nvd905u Operating Instructions

							Car navigation
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
The vehicle position is 
not displayed.
   The display is on Map mode screen.
 
 Press .
The vehicle position 
is not displayed 
correctly.
The GPS mark is not 
displayed.
   The vehicle position changed while ACC was off. Movement of the vehicle by ferry 
or car train, rotation by parking lot turntable, towing, etc.
 
 Drive for a while on a road with good reception.   Error in the signal from the GPS satellite is excessive.
 
 Drive for a while on a road with good reception.   The GPS signal cannot be received due to obstructions.
 
 GPS signals will be received when the obstruction is no longer in the way.   The GPS antenna is mounted in a bad position.
 
 Mount antenna in a position where it can receive GPS signals easily.   Distance correction is not complete.
 
 Check distance correction precision (Accuracy Level).   The GPS antenna cable is incompletely connected, or the vehicle speed signal 
cable, relay cable, etc., are not connected correctly.
 
 Check the wiring.
Registered points or 
detour memory are not 
registered.
Settings do not 
change.
A searched route was 
deleted.
   The power was turned off immediately after a Contact or area to avoid was 
registered or a setting was changed.
 
 Register those again.   Power was turned off immediately after searching for a route.
 
 Search for the route again.
The desired road is not 
included in the route.   A road away from the start location and destination was specifi ed.
 
 Add a destination close to the specifi ed road.
There is no voice 
guidance.
   The volume is set to “0” under Guide Speaker setting.
 
 Adjust the volume under Guide Speaker.   The vehicle has deviated from the route.
 
 Check the route guidance display on the current position screen.
 
 Move back to the route.
 
 Search again for a route.   The vehicle is moving backwards along the route.
 
 Check the direction to the next destination.
 
 Search again for a route.   The audio cable is not connected correctly.
 
 Check the wiring.
Audio output is 
audible, but navigation 
voice guidance is not.   The volume is set to “0” under Guide Speaker setting.
 
 Adjust the volume under Guide Speaker.
The route uses toll 
roads even when 
ordinary road search 
is prioritized.   Even when ordinary road search is prioritized, the route may employ toll roads due 
to the current position and the destination.
 
  This is not a malfunction. When making a route on ordinary roads, add a 
destination on the road you want to use.
Radio
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
Poor reception or 
noise
   Antenna installation or wiring of antenna cable is faulty.
 
  Check whether the antenna mounting position and its wiring are correct. In 
addition, check to see whether the antenna ground is securely connected to 
the chassis.
   No power is supplied to the antenna amplifi er (when using a fi lm antenna, etc.).
 
  Check the wiring of the antenna power lead.    The radio signal from the station is weak.
 
  Change to a different station.  Check that the radio antenna is fully extended.   Check the auto antenna control cable connection.
The number of auto 
preset stations is less 
than 6.   The number of receivable stations is less than 6.
 
  Move to an area where receivable stations number is maximum, and try 
presetting. 
Preset stations cannot 
be stored.   The contact of the battery lead is poor, or the battery lead is not always powered.
 
  Make sure that the battery lead is connected securely, and preset stations 
again.
The vehicle’s radio 
antenna extends and 
retracts when the 
engine starts.   Starting the engine may cause the vehicle radio antenna to extend and retract, 
depending on the timing.
 
  This is not a malfunction.
Car navigation
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
A route is created on 
roads other than the 
specifi ed road.
   A route is created if it is not possible to reach the destination without taking a road 
other than the one specifi ed.
   Depending on the current position and destination, a route may be created on 
roads other than those intended for use.
 
  This is not a malfunction. To set a route on the specifi ed roads, add a 
destination on the road you wish to use.
Route cannot be 
searched.
   Distance to the destination is too far or a road to the destination cannot be found.
 
  Change the destination and conduct a route search again.
 
  Conduct a route search by setting the destination midway to the fi nal 
destination.
 
  There is a case that route search cannot be conducted depending on the 
destination. Drive the car referring to the map.
Unable to scroll map 
while driving. Please 
use after stopping.   As a safety feature, map scrolling is disabled while the vehicle is in motion.
 
  Stop in a safe place and engage the parking brake before scrolling.
Troubleshooting (continued)
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							CD, MP3/WMA, DVD
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
 Common
No playback or disc 
ejected
   The disc is inserted upside down.
 
  Insert the disc correctly.   There is a fl aw or foreign object on the disc.
 
  Remove the foreign object, or use a fl awless disc.   There is condensation on the disc or the pickup lens.
 
  Leave the disc and the pickup lens undisturbed for a while before using.
Sound skipping or 
noise    There is a fl aw or foreign object on the disc.
 
  Remove the foreign object, or use a fl awless disc.
Sound skipping due to 
vibration
   The unit is not properly secured.
 
  Secure the unit to the console box.   The unit is tilted at over 30º in the front-to-end direction.
 
  Make the angle 30º or less.
Disc unejectable
   Something such as a peeled label obstructs the disc coming out.
 
  Press and hold [Disc] for more than 10 seconds (disc forced ejection). In 
case the disc forced ejection does not work, consult your dealer.
   The microcontroller in the unit operates abnormally due to noise or other factors.
 
  Unplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order, 
consult your dealer.
 MP3/WMA
No playback or disc 
ejected
   The disc has unplayable formatted data.
 
  Refer to the description about MP3/WMA for playable sound data except 
CD-DA (i.e. music CD).
  MP3 fi les must have the “.mp3” (MP3) extension and WMA fi les must have the 
“.wma” (WMA) extension.
The CD-R/RW that 
are playable on 
other devices are not 
playable on this unit.   The playability of some CD-R/RW may depend on the combination of media, 
recording software and recorder to be used even if these CD-R/RW are playable 
on other devices such as a PC.
 
  Make CD-R/RW in a different combination of media, recording software and 
recorder after referring to the description about MP3/WMA.
Sound skipping or 
noise   Playing VBR (Variable Bit Rate) fi les may cause sound skipping.
 
  Play Non-VBR fi les.
Note:
  Refer to “Notes on MP3/WMA” ( page 108)
 DVD
Cannot switch the 
audio language/
subtitle language/
angle.   It is not possible to switch if the disc does not have multiple audio languages/
subtitle languages/angles recorded on it. (Refer to the guide provided with your 
disc.)
   Some discs permit switching through a menu screen.   Sometimes, switching angles is possible only with certain scenes.
The audio/subtitle 
language selected in 
the DVD settings is not 
used.   If audio or subtitles in that language are not recorded on the disc, the audio or 
subtitles do not switch to that language. (Some discs permit switching through a 
menu screen. Refer to the guide provided with your disc.)
A DVD-R or DVD-RW is 
not playable.
   The disc is still unfi nalized.
 
  Finalize the disc.
   Refer to “Discs that can be played back” (
 page 7) or “Notes on discs” 
(
 page 107) for other cases.
Touch panel operation 
does not operate the 
disc.
   For some discs, that operation may be prohibited.
Volume for DVD play 
is low.   CD and DVD have different sound recording levels.
 
  Play DVD at a higher volume setting than CD.
Messages on the menu 
screens are not in the 
desired language.
  Check the menu language setting.
There is no sound 
even though a disc is 
inserted.
(Disc cannot play)
  Use a playable disc.   After inserting the disc, or after switching to DVD, the sound may break up for a 
short time while the format is recognized.
   A DVD with dts audio content was played.
 
  This system is not compatible with dts. When playing, always play non-dts 
sound. (If dts sound is selected, this system will output no audio.)
 
  On some discs, audio automatically switches to dts when playback is stopped 
and resumed from the beginning of the disc, so sound output will be lost or 
the subtitle settings may be changed. If that happens, reset to the previous 
settings manually.
Parental lock code 
number is forgotten.  Touch [Clear] 10 times to initialize the setting (returning to the state with no 
code number setting).
Troubleshooting (continued)
Display Settings
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
The picture is dark.
The picture is whitish.
Something is wrong 
with the picture. 
The picture is light in 
color.
   The screen is not adjusted properly.
 
  Readjust the screen. 
Red, blue, or green 
spots appears.   This is a characteristic of liquid crystal panels and is not a problem.
CD, MP3/WMA, DVD
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
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							CD, MP3/WMA, DVD
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
 Common
No playback or disc 
ejected
   The disc is inserted upside down.
 
  Insert the disc correctly.   There is a fl aw or foreign object on the disc.
 
  Remove the foreign object, or use a fl awless disc.   There is condensation on the disc or the pickup lens.
 
  Leave the disc and the pickup lens undisturbed for a while before using.
Sound skipping or 
noise    There is a fl aw or foreign object on the disc.
 
  Remove the foreign object, or use a fl awless disc.
Sound skipping due to 
vibration
   The unit is not properly secured.
 
  Secure the unit to the console box.   The unit is tilted at over 30º in the front-to-end direction.
 
  Make the angle 30º or less.
Disc unejectable
   Something such as a peeled label obstructs the disc coming out.
 
  Press and hold [Disc] for more than 10 seconds (disc forced ejection). In 
case the disc forced ejection does not work, consult your dealer.
   The microcontroller in the unit operates abnormally due to noise or other factors.
 
  Unplug the power cord and plug it again. In case the unit is still out of order, 
consult your dealer.
 MP3/WMA
No playback or disc 
ejected
   The disc has unplayable formatted data.
 
  Refer to the description about MP3/WMA for playable sound data except 
CD-DA (i.e. music CD).
  MP3 fi les must have the “.mp3” (MP3) extension and WMA fi les must have the 
“.wma” (WMA) extension.
The CD-R/RW that 
are playable on 
other devices are not 
playable on this unit.   The playability of some CD-R/RW may depend on the combination of media, 
recording software and recorder to be used even if these CD-R/RW are playable 
on other devices such as a PC.
 
  Make CD-R/RW in a different combination of media, recording software and 
recorder after referring to the description about MP3/WMA.
Sound skipping or 
noise   Playing VBR (Variable Bit Rate) fi les may cause sound skipping.
 
  Play Non-VBR fi les.
Note:
  Refer to “Notes on MP3/WMA” ( page 108)
 DVD
Cannot switch the 
audio language/
subtitle language/
angle.   It is not possible to switch if the disc does not have multiple audio languages/
subtitle languages/angles recorded on it. (Refer to the guide provided with your 
disc.)
   Some discs permit switching through a menu screen.   Sometimes, switching angles is possible only with certain scenes.
The audio/subtitle 
language selected in 
the DVD settings is not 
used.   If audio or subtitles in that language are not recorded on the disc, the audio or 
subtitles do not switch to that language. (Some discs permit switching through a 
menu screen. Refer to the guide provided with your disc.)
A DVD-R or DVD-RW is 
not playable.
   The disc is still unfi nalized.
 
  Finalize the disc.
   Refer to “Discs that can be played back” (
 page 7) or “Notes on discs” 
(
 page 107) for other cases.
Touch panel operation 
does not operate the 
disc.
   For some discs, that operation may be prohibited.
Volume for DVD play 
is low.   CD and DVD have different sound recording levels.
 
  Play DVD at a higher volume setting than CD.
Messages on the menu 
screens are not in the 
desired language.
  Check the menu language setting.
There is no sound 
even though a disc is 
inserted.
(Disc cannot play)
  Use a playable disc.   After inserting the disc, or after switching to DVD, the sound may break up for a 
short time while the format is recognized.
   A DVD with dts audio content was played.
 
  This system is not compatible with dts. When playing, always play non-dts 
sound. (If dts sound is selected, this system will output no audio.)
 
  On some discs, audio automatically switches to dts when playback is stopped 
and resumed from the beginning of the disc, so sound output will be lost or 
the subtitle settings may be changed. If that happens, reset to the previous 
settings manually.
Parental lock code 
number is forgotten.  Touch [Clear] 10 times to initialize the setting (returning to the state with no 
code number setting).
Troubleshooting (continued)
Display Settings
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
The picture is dark.
The picture is whitish.
Something is wrong 
with the picture. 
The picture is light in 
color.
   The screen is not adjusted properly.
 
  Readjust the screen. 
Red, blue, or green 
spots appears.   This is a characteristic of liquid crystal panels and is not a problem.
CD, MP3/WMA, DVD
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
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							  If the unit fails to operate IMPORTANT
Push the switch only when the unit fails to operate 
with any buttons. (Stored settings and adjustments 
are cleared.) If the unit fails to return to normal, 
contact the nearest Panasonic Servicenter and have it 
repaired.
Note:
   If the ID code has been already set, you will be asked 
to enter the ID code right after the unit is restarted.
   A noise may occur when the reset switch is pressed, 
but that does not indicate a malfunction.
Error display messages
DisplayPossible cause  Possible solution
No map data
   A location not within the area of the recorded map is trying to be displayed.
 
  It is not a malfunction.  Use the unit within the area covered by the map.
Destination too far. 
Please set a point 
within 3200 miles 
(5000 km*) in a 
straight line.
   Guidance is impossible because the destination is too far away.
 
  Reconsider the area conditions, or set destinations to pass through, then 
search again.
HDD cannot be 
read due to low 
temperature.
   The system could not start up due to abnormal HDD temperature.
 
  Turn off the power and wait for a while before turning the power back on.HDD cannot be 
read due to high 
temperature. 
Not compatible with 
DTS.
Please select 
alternative mode.
   A dts DVD was played.
 
  This system is not compatible with dts. If the DVD contains non-dts sound, 
switch to that.
No disc   No disc is in the player.
 
  Insert disc into the disc slot.
Incorrect region disc   An attempt was made to play a disc with a region number other than “1” or “ALL”.
 
  Check the disc.
Sound settings
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
No sound from left, 
right, front, or rear 
speaker.
   Cables are not correctly connected.
 
  Connect the cables correctly.
Left and right sounds 
are reversed.   The speaker leads are connected in reverse between right and left.
 
  Connect the speaker wires to the correct one.
No sound from the 
subwoofer  Playing back a disc having a subwoofer channel.
Troubleshooting (continued)
Error display messages
DisplayPossible cause  Possible solution
Hardware error.
Reboot or press reset 
switch.
   There was a malfunction in the amp.
 
  Press the reset switch on the system. ( follows)
Read error   Some mechanical or operation error has occurred.
 
  If there is no response to pressing the eject button, restart the engine.
Cannot play this disc
   The inserted CD/DVD cannot be read.
 
  Refer to “Discs that can be played back” ( page 7) and use the right kind of 
disc.
   Some mechanical or operation error has occurred.
 
  If there is no response to pressing the eject button, restart the engine.
Product servicing
If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the problem, we recommend that you take it to your nearest authorized 
Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by a qualifi ed technician.
Replacing the Fuse
Use fuses of the same specifi ed rating (15 A). Using different substitutes or fuses with higher rating, or connecting 
the product directly without a fuse, could cause fi re or damage to this unit. 
If the replacement of the fuse fails, contact your nearest Panasonic Servicenter for service.
 Reset the system
Reset switch
Insert a hard, slender stick into the hole and push the 
switch. 
*   This is the distance when “km” is set as the distance setting (
 page 84).
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							  If the unit fails to operate IMPORTANT
Push the switch only when the unit fails to operate 
with any buttons. (Stored settings and adjustments 
are cleared.) If the unit fails to return to normal, 
contact the nearest Panasonic Servicenter and have it 
repaired.
Note:
   If the ID code has been already set, you will be asked 
to enter the ID code right after the unit is restarted.
   A noise may occur when the reset switch is pressed, 
but that does not indicate a malfunction.
Error display messages
DisplayPossible cause  Possible solution
No map data
   A location not within the area of the recorded map is trying to be displayed.
 
  It is not a malfunction.  Use the unit within the area covered by the map.
Destination too far. 
Please set a point 
within 3200 miles 
(5000 km*) in a 
straight line.
   Guidance is impossible because the destination is too far away.
 
  Reconsider the area conditions, or set destinations to pass through, then 
search again.
HDD cannot be 
read due to low 
temperature.
   The system could not start up due to abnormal HDD temperature.
 
  Turn off the power and wait for a while before turning the power back on.HDD cannot be 
read due to high 
temperature. 
Not compatible with 
DTS.
Please select 
alternative mode.
   A dts DVD was played.
 
  This system is not compatible with dts. If the DVD contains non-dts sound, 
switch to that.
No disc   No disc is in the player.
 
  Insert disc into the disc slot.
Incorrect region disc   An attempt was made to play a disc with a region number other than “1” or “ALL”.
 
  Check the disc.
Sound settings
ProblemPossible cause  Possible solution
No sound from left, 
right, front, or rear 
speaker.
   Cables are not correctly connected.
 
  Connect the cables correctly.
Left and right sounds 
are reversed.   The speaker leads are connected in reverse between right and left.
 
  Connect the speaker wires to the correct one.
No sound from the 
subwoofer  Playing back a disc having a subwoofer channel.
Troubleshooting (continued)
Error display messages
DisplayPossible cause  Possible solution
Hardware error.
Reboot or press reset 
switch.
   There was a malfunction in the amp.
 
  Press the reset switch on the system. ( follows)
Read error   Some mechanical or operation error has occurred.
 
  If there is no response to pressing the eject button, restart the engine.
Cannot play this disc
   The inserted CD/DVD cannot be read.
 
  Refer to “Discs that can be played back” ( page 7) and use the right kind of 
disc.
   Some mechanical or operation error has occurred.
 
  If there is no response to pressing the eject button, restart the engine.
Product servicing
If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the problem, we recommend that you take it to your nearest authorized 
Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by a qualifi ed technician.
Replacing the Fuse
Use fuses of the same specifi ed rating (15 A). Using different substitutes or fuses with higher rating, or connecting 
the product directly without a fuse, could cause fi re or damage to this unit. 
If the replacement of the fuse fails, contact your nearest Panasonic Servicenter for service.
 Reset the system
Reset switch
Insert a hard, slender stick into the hole and push the 
switch. 
*   This is the distance when “km” is set as the distance setting (
 page 84).
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							Caution on cleaning
Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure 
a minimum of maintenance. Use a dry soft cloth for 
routine exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner or 
other solvents.
Note:
   If water drops or similar wet substances get inside 
the monitor, it may cause a malfunction.
   Since there is the possibility of water drops getting 
inside of the unit, do not directly apply cleanser to the 
surface.
   Do not scratch the screen with your nails or other 
hard objects. The resulting scratches or marks will 
obscure the images.
Cleaning this unit
When the unit is dirty, wipe the surface of the display 
using the Wiping Cloth (supplied).
Cleaning without the supplied cloth

   Moisten the soft cloth in dishwashing soap diluted 
with water and wring well.

   Wipe lightly. Go over the same surface with a dry 
cloth.
Maintenance
Pesticide Alcohol
Thinner
BenzineWax
The pickup lens
Depending on the usage environment (temperature, 
humidity, etc.), the pickup lens may become dirty in the 
course of long-term use, as dirt and fi ne dust on discs 
and in the air build up on the lens.
If there is a problem reading a disc, check fi rst for the 
dust on the disc.
If the disc is clean but the problem continues, the pickup 
lens must be replaced to repair the problem.
Consult your dealer or your nearest Servicenter. Please 
note that repairs after the warranty period expires must 
be paid for.
   Do not use commercially available lens cleaner discs. 
They could damage the pickup lens and cause product 
failure.
How to prevent pickup lens contamination   Before using a disc, wipe away any dust, dirt or 
fi ngerprints on the surfaces.
   Occasionally take the disc out and wipe away any dust 
or dirt on the surfaces.
   Discs that are not inside the player should always be 
stored in their cases.Do not use discs that fi t any of the descriptions given 
below. Using these discs may damage the discs or 
cause the unit to malfunction.
   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 tapeLabels created by a printer
Protective fi lms or sheets Disc accessories 
(stabilizers, etc.)
   Damaged or deformed discs
Poorly made discs Discs with cracks, 
scratches or parts missing
Discs with burrs
Please remove the burrs before use.
Notes on  discs
Disc insert
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 from the unit, insert it straight in or eject and 
remove it straight out in parallel with the unit. 
Otherwise, the disc may be scratched or marked in 
the process.
   When inserting a disc, do not put one disc on 
another. Failure to observe this may cause the discs 
to be jammed.
Do not leave discs in the following places:
  Direct sunlight   Near car heaters   Dirty, dusty and damp areas   On seats or dashboards
Disc cleaning
   Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.
   Do not attach any stickers or labels to your discs. Do 
not write on the disc label in a heavy pen or ballpoint 
pen. Printed side
DVD/Audio CD/CD-R/CD-RW
How to hold the disc
   Do not touch the underside of the disc.   Do not scratch disc.   Do not bend disc.   When not in use, keep disc in the case.
Notes on CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW
   You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW 
or DVD-R/RW discs recorded on CD/DVD recorders 
(CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW drivers), either due to 
their recording characteristics or dirt, fi ngerprints, 
scratches, etc. on the disc surface.
   CD-R/RW, DVD-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, 
DVD-R/RW that was made by the combination of 
writing software, a CD/DVD recorder (CD-R/RW, 
DVD-R/RW drive) and a disc if they are incompatible 
with one another.
   This player does not play CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW discs 
if the session is not closed.
   Be sure to observe the handling instructions of CD-R/
RW, DVD-R/RW discs.
   This player does not play CD-R/RW discs which 
contain other than CD-DA or MP3/WMA data.
 
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							Caution on cleaning
Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure 
a minimum of maintenance. Use a dry soft cloth for 
routine exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner or 
other solvents.
Note:
   If water drops or similar wet substances get inside 
the monitor, it may cause a malfunction.
   Since there is the possibility of water drops getting 
inside of the unit, do not directly apply cleanser to the 
surface.
   Do not scratch the screen with your nails or other 
hard objects. The resulting scratches or marks will 
obscure the images.
Cleaning this unit
When the unit is dirty, wipe the surface of the display 
using the Wiping Cloth (supplied).
Cleaning without the supplied cloth

   Moisten the soft cloth in dishwashing soap diluted 
with water and wring well.

   Wipe lightly. Go over the same surface with a dry 
cloth.
Maintenance
Pesticide Alcohol
Thinner
BenzineWax
The pickup lens
Depending on the usage environment (temperature, 
humidity, etc.), the pickup lens may become dirty in the 
course of long-term use, as dirt and fi ne dust on discs 
and in the air build up on the lens.
If there is a problem reading a disc, check fi rst for the 
dust on the disc.
If the disc is clean but the problem continues, the pickup 
lens must be replaced to repair the problem.
Consult your dealer or your nearest Servicenter. Please 
note that repairs after the warranty period expires must 
be paid for.
   Do not use commercially available lens cleaner discs. 
They could damage the pickup lens and cause product 
failure.
How to prevent pickup lens contamination   Before using a disc, wipe away any dust, dirt or 
fi ngerprints on the surfaces.
   Occasionally take the disc out and wipe away any dust 
or dirt on the surfaces.
   Discs that are not inside the player should always be 
stored in their cases.Do not use discs that fi t any of the descriptions given 
below. Using these discs may damage the discs or 
cause the unit to malfunction.
   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 tapeLabels created by a printer
Protective fi lms or sheets Disc accessories 
(stabilizers, etc.)
   Damaged or deformed discs
Poorly made discs Discs with cracks, 
scratches or parts missing
Discs with burrs
Please remove the burrs before use.
Notes on  discs
Disc insert
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 from the unit, insert it straight in or eject and 
remove it straight out in parallel with the unit. 
Otherwise, the disc may be scratched or marked in 
the process.
   When inserting a disc, do not put one disc on 
another. Failure to observe this may cause the discs 
to be jammed.
Do not leave discs in the following places:
  Direct sunlight   Near car heaters   Dirty, dusty and damp areas   On seats or dashboards
Disc cleaning
   Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.
   Do not attach any stickers or labels to your discs. Do 
not write on the disc label in a heavy pen or ballpoint 
pen. Printed side
DVD/Audio CD/CD-R/CD-RW
How to hold the disc
   Do not touch the underside of the disc.   Do not scratch disc.   Do not bend disc.   When not in use, keep disc in the case.
Notes on CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW
   You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW 
or DVD-R/RW discs recorded on CD/DVD recorders 
(CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW drivers), either due to 
their recording characteristics or dirt, fi ngerprints, 
scratches, etc. on the disc surface.
   CD-R/RW, DVD-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, 
DVD-R/RW that was made by the combination of 
writing software, a CD/DVD recorder (CD-R/RW, 
DVD-R/RW drive) and a disc if they are incompatible 
with one another.
   This player does not play CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW discs 
if the session is not closed.
   Be sure to observe the handling instructions of CD-R/
RW, DVD-R/RW discs.
   This player does not play CD-R/RW discs which 
contain other than CD-DA or MP3/WMA data.
 
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What is MP3/WMA?
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3) and WMA (Windows 
Media™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 CD 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).
Note:
   MP3/WMA encoding and writing software is not 
supplied with this unit.
Points to remember when 
making MP3/WMA fi les
Common    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 user 
manual of your own encoding software and writing 
software.
MP3*
   It is recommended to set the bit rate to “128 kbps or 
more” and “fi xed”.
*   MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from 
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
WMA
   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.
Notes on  MP3/  WMA
Display information
Displayed items
  CD-TEXT
 Disc title
 Track title   MP3 (ID3 tag)
 Album name
  Title name/artist name
  MP3/WMA
 Folder name
 File name   WMA (WMA tag)
 Album name
  Title name/artist name
 
Displayable characters
   Displayable length of fi le name/folder name: within 
64 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.
ASCII character set
A to Z, a to z, digits 0 to 9, and the following symbols:
(space) ! ” # $ % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [  ] ˆ_ ` { | 
} ~
Note:
   With some software in which MP3/WMA format fi les 
have been encoded, the character information may not 
be displayed properly.
   Undisplayable characters and symbols will be 
converted into an middle dot.
Compression formats
(Recommendation: “Points to remember when making MP3/WMA fi les” on the previous page)
Compression method Bit rate VBR Sampling frequency
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
Windows Media Audio Ver. 7, 8, 9* 32 k – 192 kbps Yes 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
*   WMA 9 Professional/LossLess/Voice are not supported.
Folder selection order/fi le playback order
Maximum number of fi les/folders   Maximum number of fi les: 511 (fi les + folders)   Maximum number of fi les in one folder: 255   Maximum depth of trees: 8   Maximum number of folders: 192 (Root folder is 
included.)
Note:
   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 fi le.
   If the selected folder does not contain any MP3/WMA 
fi les, the nearest MP3/WMA fi les in the order of 
playback will be played.
   Playback order may be different from other MP3/WMA 
players even if the same disc is used.
   “ROOT FOLDER” appears when displaying the root 
folder name.
Recording MP3/WMA fi les on a CD-media
   You are recommended to minimize the chances of 
making a disc that contains both CD-DA fi les and 
MP3/WMA fi les.
   If CD-DA fi les are on the same disc as MP3 or WMA 
fi les, the songs may not play in the intended order, 
or some songs may not play at all.
   When storing MP3 data and WMA data on the same 
disc, use different folders for each data.
   Do not record fi les other than MP3/WMA fi les and 
unnecessary folder on a disc.
   The name of an MP3/WMA fi le should be added by 
rules as shown in the following descriptions and also 
comply with the rules of each fi le system.
   You may encounter trouble in playing MP3/WMA 
fi les or displaying the information of MP3/WMA 
fi les recorded with certain writing software or CD 
recorders.
   The fi le extension “.mp3” or “.wma” should be 
assigned to each fi le depending on the fi le format.
   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
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.
Root Folder
(Root Directory)
Folder Selection
  In the order
File Selection
  In the order
Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4
Tree 8
(Max.) Caution:
Never assign the “.mp3”, or “.wma” fi le name 
extension to a fi le that is not in the MP3/WMA 
format. This may not only produce noise from the 
speaker damage, but also damage your hearing.Windows Media, and the Windows 
logo are trademarks, or registered 
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation 
in the United States and/or other 
countries/regions.
Copyright
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.
No warranty
Above description complies with our investigations as 
of February 2007. It has no warranty for reproducibility 
and displayability of MP3/WMA.
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What is MP3/WMA?
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3) and WMA (Windows 
Media™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 CD 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).
Note:
   MP3/WMA encoding and writing software is not 
supplied with this unit.
Points to remember when 
making MP3/WMA fi les
Common    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 user 
manual of your own encoding software and writing 
software.
MP3*
   It is recommended to set the bit rate to “128 kbps or 
more” and “fi xed”.
*   MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from 
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
WMA
   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.
Notes on  MP3/  WMA
Display information
Displayed items
  CD-TEXT
 Disc title
 Track title   MP3 (ID3 tag)
 Album name
  Title name/artist name
  MP3/WMA
 Folder name
 File name   WMA (WMA tag)
 Album name
  Title name/artist name
 
Displayable characters
   Displayable length of fi le name/folder name: within 
64 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.
ASCII character set
A to Z, a to z, digits 0 to 9, and the following symbols:
(space) ! ” # $ % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [  ] ˆ_ ` { | 
} ~
Note:
   With some software in which MP3/WMA format fi les 
have been encoded, the character information may not 
be displayed properly.
   Undisplayable characters and symbols will be 
converted into an middle dot.
Compression formats
(Recommendation: “Points to remember when making MP3/WMA fi les” on the previous page)
Compression method Bit rate VBR Sampling frequency
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
Windows Media Audio Ver. 7, 8, 9* 32 k – 192 kbps Yes 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
*   WMA 9 Professional/LossLess/Voice are not supported.
Folder selection order/fi le playback order
Maximum number of fi les/folders   Maximum number of fi les: 511 (fi les + folders)   Maximum number of fi les in one folder: 255   Maximum depth of trees: 8   Maximum number of folders: 192 (Root folder is 
included.)
Note:
   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 fi le.
   If the selected folder does not contain any MP3/WMA 
fi les, the nearest MP3/WMA fi les in the order of 
playback will be played.
   Playback order may be different from other MP3/WMA 
players even if the same disc is used.
   “ROOT FOLDER” appears when displaying the root 
folder name.
Recording MP3/WMA fi les on a CD-media
   You are recommended to minimize the chances of 
making a disc that contains both CD-DA fi les and 
MP3/WMA fi les.
   If CD-DA fi les are on the same disc as MP3 or WMA 
fi les, the songs may not play in the intended order, 
or some songs may not play at all.
   When storing MP3 data and WMA data on the same 
disc, use different folders for each data.
   Do not record fi les other than MP3/WMA fi les and 
unnecessary folder on a disc.
   The name of an MP3/WMA fi le should be added by 
rules as shown in the following descriptions and also 
comply with the rules of each fi le system.
   You may encounter trouble in playing MP3/WMA 
fi les or displaying the information of MP3/WMA 
fi les recorded with certain writing software or CD 
recorders.
   The fi le extension “.mp3” or “.wma” should be 
assigned to each fi le depending on the fi le format.
   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
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.
Root Folder
(Root Directory)
Folder Selection
  In the order
File Selection
  In the order
Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4
Tree 8
(Max.) Caution:
Never assign the “.mp3”, or “.wma” fi le name 
extension to a fi le that is not in the MP3/WMA 
format. This may not only produce noise from the 
speaker damage, but also damage your hearing.Windows Media, and the Windows 
logo are trademarks, or registered 
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation 
in the United States and/or other 
countries/regions.
Copyright
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.
No warranty
Above description complies with our investigations as 
of February 2007. It has no warranty for reproducibility 
and displayability of MP3/WMA.
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							A navigation system marks a route to a destination or 
destinations on a map, guiding the user along the route 
to the destination.
Vehicle positioning system
   GPS (Global Positioning System)
The positioning system uses communications satellites 
launched by the US Department of Defense. Signals are 
received from three or more satellites orbiting at 21 000 
km altitude, and the principle of triangulation is used to 
fi nd the position.
By receiving GPS signals, this system can position the 
vehicle within a margin of error of 30 to 200 m.
Time before the current position is found
When this system is used for the fi rst time, or if it 
has not been used for an extended period, it may take 
as much as 5 minutes to fi nd the current position. In 
normal conditions, at a location with good reception, 
positioning takes around 2 minutes.
Starting to move the vehicle immediately after turning on 
the power causes it to take longer to fi nd the position, so 
the user is advised to remain parked in a location with 
good reception (with no buildings or trees to block the 
signals from GPS satellites) until the current position is 
found.
   Locations where GPS signal reception 
is diffi cult
Reception may not be possible in locations such as the 
following:
  In tunnels   Between tall buildings   Under elevated roads  Between trees
  Map matching 
This function displays the vehicle position obtained from 
GPS, the gyro sensor and other sources on the map.
What is a navigation system?
Vehicle positioning precision
The vehicle mark position may not be displayed 
correctly due to the driving environment and the 
GPS satellite status.
Continue driving without taking further action, and the 
map matching function and GPS satellite data will be 
used to automatically correct the vehicle mark position.
   When a highway and an ordinary road are close 
together
   When driving through a fork junction with a narrow 
angle between roads
   When driving on roads in a block grid pattern   After moving on a ferry, car transporter, etc.   When driving on steep mountain roads   When driving on winding roads   When turning right or left after driving on a straight 
road for a long period
   When driving in a weaving motion on a wide road
The vehicle mark position may not be displayed correctly 
in the following additional situations:
   Between turning the ignition switch on (after turning 
the power on) and receiving GPS signals.
   When driving for the fi rst time after installing this 
system.
   After changing a tire, particularly when driving on an 
emergency tire.
   When driving on roads that are slippery due to snow, 
gravel etc., or when driving with tire chains.
   When the vehicle emerges onto a normal road after 
driving on a spiral route out of an underground or 
multi-story parking lot, or when the vehicle was turned 
on a turntable after stopping the engine (turning the 
power off).
   GPS satellites are under the control of the US 
Department of Defense, which may deliberately reduce 
positioning precision. In such situations, the vehicle 
mark not refl ect the actual position of the vehicle.
Route searching
The following situations do not indicate a 
malfunction:
   Some roads may be impassable, such as roads closed 
in winter or temporarily closed for pedestrian.
   When searching for a route through narrow streets, 
the route may include impassable footpaths or stairs.
   Some roads may be impassable, due to opening of a 
new road.
   Roads may be displayed which are not actually 
passable.
   The route may not change even when the search is 
repeated.
   The route may be congested.   If there is no road or only very narrow roads to the 
destination, the route may only be displayed to a point 
some distance from the destination.
   Guidance may lead to an ordinary road under an 
elevated road. The reverse can also happen.
   A route may be displayed which makes a U-turn.
Route guidance
The following situations do not indicate a 
malfunction:
   Guidance may not be displayed even though a turn is 
required at an intersection. Guidance of the name of 
the intersection may not be provided.
   Guidance for left or right turns may not match the 
actual shape of the road.
   Voice guidance may be provided when the vehicle 
deviated from the guidance route, for example, turning 
before the guided intersection. 
   It may not be possible to display/provide audio 
direction guidance on some highways and toll roads.
   The Enlarged intersection map may not match the 
actual road shape.
   The guidance distances may be slightly inaccurate.
Road on the map 
dataRoute trace derived from sensors Actual path
Screen display
Point corrected by map matching
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