1. Introduction
This manual provides essential information for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Planet Audio P100CPAC Car Stereo. The P100CPAC is a single-DIN car receiver featuring a 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, and includes a rear backup camera. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product to ensure proper functionality and safety.
This image displays the Planet Audio P100CPAC car stereo unit, featuring a 10.1-inch touchscreen showing the Apple CarPlay interface with various app icons. The included rear backup camera is positioned in the foreground.
2. Product Features
- Apple CarPlay: Seamlessly integrate your iPhone for navigation, music, messages, and more via Siri voice control or the touchscreen.
- Android Auto: Connect your Android phone to access Google Assistant, Google Maps, Waze, calls, messages, and music applications.
- 10.1-Inch Capacitive Touchscreen: Large, responsive display for intuitive control.
- Bluetooth Connectivity: For hands-free calling and audio streaming.
- Rear Backup Camera: Included for enhanced safety and parking assistance.
- Multi-Color Illumination: Customize the unit's panel lighting to match your vehicle's interior.
- Inputs: USB, USB charging, SD, AUX, AV, front & rear camera.
- Outputs: Front, rear & subwoofer pre-amp.
- Steering Wheel Control Ready: Requires an interface module (sold separately, Metra ASWC-1 recommended).
This image features the Planet Audio P100CPAC car stereo integrated into a vehicle's dashboard, showcasing the Apple CarPlay interface with icons for phone, music, maps, and messages. Icons for Bluetooth, capacitive touchscreen, mechless design, and hands-free calling are also present.
The Planet Audio P100CPAC car stereo is shown installed in a vehicle dashboard, displaying the Google Maps interface from Android Auto. A hand holds a smartphone also showing the navigation, emphasizing Android Auto compatibility.
3. Installation
Professional installation of this product is strongly encouraged to ensure proper and safe functionality. Incorrect installation can lead to damage to the unit or vehicle, and may void the warranty.
3.1. What's in the Box
Before beginning installation, verify that all components are present:
- Planet Audio P100CPAC Head Unit
- 10.1-inch Touchscreen Display
- Rear Backup Camera
- Wiring Harness
- Mounting Brackets
- Microphone
- Various Cables and Accessories
This image displays all components included in the box for the Planet Audio P100CPAC car stereo, including the main head unit, 10.1-inch screen, backup camera, wiring harness, mounting brackets, microphone, and various cables and accessories.
3.2. Dimensions
The unit is designed for single-DIN installation. Refer to the diagram below for precise measurements:
A technical diagram illustrating the dimensions of the Planet Audio P100CPAC car stereo. It shows the main unit with a depth of 4.94 inches, height of 1.97 inches, and width of 7.01 inches. The detachable screen has a width of 10.00 inches and a height of 6.50 inches.
3.3. Screen Adjustment
The 10.1-inch screen offers adjustability for optimal viewing angles and positioning within your vehicle's dashboard.
The image highlights the adjustable screen mechanism of the Planet Audio P100CPAC car stereo, showing its ability to pivot and slide. Text overlays mention a 3-year Platinum Online Dealer Warranty and key features like the 10.1-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility, 85 Watts x 4 Channel output, included camera, Bluetooth, steering wheel control readiness, and multi-color illumination.
4. Operating Instructions
4.1. Apple CarPlay
Connect your iPhone to the designated USB port. The CarPlay interface will automatically launch on the touchscreen. You can then use Siri voice commands or the touchscreen to access phone functions, music, maps, messages, and compatible third-party applications.
- Siri Voice Control: Activate Siri to make calls, send messages, get directions, or control music without taking your hands off the wheel.
- Navigation: Use Apple Maps or other supported navigation apps for turn-by-turn directions.
- Messages: Siri can read incoming messages and compose replies.
- App Management: Rearrange CarPlay app icons through your iPhone settings.
4.2. Android Auto
Connect your Android phone to the designated USB port. The Android Auto interface will appear on the touchscreen. Use
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