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Panasonic CQ-C500U
$170.00
Released February, 2008
The Pros:A wide variety of screen backlight colors that are easy to switch. VERY simple to use interface. 6 radio preset buttons.
The Cons:The faceplate doesn't go on and off as easy as newer models. Not HD radio ready (?).
The Panasonic CQ-C500U is an in-dash multi-format CD player that supports AAC, MP3, WMA, and CD-R/RW playback and is a step up from Panasonic's CQ-C300U. The unit features a variable 7-color display with open face CD access and a removable faceplate for security compared to the black and white display of the CQ-C300U.
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It provides a total 72 watts of RMS power handling with a MOS-FET output stage and an additional Re-Master function which the CQ-C300U lacks. The CQ-C500U is compatible with iPod, Satellite Radio, and an optional expansion module for connecting a phone or other digital device to the receiver. It also includes an integrated AM/FM tuner, CD changer control, and displays 2-lines of CD text or ID3 tags. The receiver comes with a wireless remote control and a 1 year limited warranty.
Features/Specs
- Multi-Format CD Player/Receiver
- Removable faceplate
- Variable 7 color display
- Wireless remote control
- Open face CD access
- AAC, MP3, WMA, CD-R/RW playback
- iPod®, Satellite Radio & Expansion Module Ready
- Power Handling: 18W x 4 channels RMS, 50W x 4 channels Peak
- Bass, Treble, Balance Fader Controls
- 2-Line CD Text and MP3 ID3 Tag Display
- MOS-FET Output stage
- Re-master function
- 3-Band Sound Quality (SQ3)
- SBC-SW( super bass controlled subwoofer)
- AM/FM Tuner
- Front AUX input
- CD Changer Control
- 1 year limited warranty
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A wide variety of screen backlight colors that are easy to switch
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VERY simple to use interface
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Audio in located on the faceplate for quick and easy access
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Volume control is nice and smooth, allowing great volume control
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includes wireless remote control
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The faceplate doesn't go on and off as easy as newer models
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