Safety Information
 Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the
components of your car audio system carefully before usingproduct safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting
the system. They contain instructions about how to use thefrom improper connections and operations. The meanings of
Englishsystem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumesthe pictographs are explained below. It is important that you
no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure tofully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to
observe the instructions given in this manual.use this manual and the system properly.
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This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-
ence of important operating instructions andence of important operating instructions and
installation instructions. Failure to heed theinstallation instructions. Failure to heed the
WarningCaution
instructions may result in severe injury orinstructions may result in injury or material dam-
death.age.
Observe the following warnings when
Warning
installing.
Observe the following warnings when using
QDisconnect the lead from the negative (�) battery
this unit.terminal before installation.
Wiring and installation with the negative (�) battery termi-
QThe driver should neither watch the display nor
nal connected may cause electrical shock and injury due to
operate the system while driving.
a short circuit.
Watching the display or operating the system will distract
Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system have
the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can cause
specific procedures of battery terminal disconnection.
accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO
use the parking brake before watching the display or oper-
THE UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL
ating the system.
SAFETY SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHI-
QUse the proper power supply.
CLE AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
This product is designed for operation with a negative
QNever use safety-related components for installa-
grounded 12 V DC battery system. Never operate this
tion, grounding, and other such functions.
product with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DC
Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank,
battery system.
brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for
QKeep batteries and insulation film out of reach of
wiring or fixing the product or its accessories.
infants.
QInstalling the product on the air bag cover or in a
Batteries and insulation film can be ingested, so keep them
location where it interferes with airbag operation
out of the reach of infants. If an infant ingests a battery or
is prohibited.
insulation film, please seek immediate medical attention.
Q
QProtect the Deck Mechanism.Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring,
Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.and other items before installing the product.
If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach
QDo not disassemble or modify the unit.
or wire the product, first check where the wire harness,
Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair
gasoline tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open
the product yourself. If the product needs to be repaired,
the hole from outside if possible.
consult your dealer or an authorized Panasonic
Q
Servicenter.Never install the product in a location where it inter-
feres with your field of vision.
QDo not use the unit when it is out of order.
If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in anQNever have the power cord branched to supply
abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed toother equipment with power.
water, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately andQAfter installation and wiring, you should check the
consult your dealer.normal operation of other electrical equipment.
QThe remote control unit should not lie about in theThe continuation of their using in abnormal conditions may
car.cause fire, electrical shock or a traffic accident.
If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on theQIn the case of installation to an airbag equipped
floor while driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, andcar, confirm warnings and cautions of the vehicle
lead to a traffic accident.manufacturer before installation.
QRefer fuse replacement to qualified service per-QMake sure the leads do not interfere with driving
sonnel.or getting in and out of the vehicle.
When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it
QInsulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuit-
replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified
ing.
service engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may
lead to smoke, fire, and damage to the product.
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