Audiovox P-965 User Manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL

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P-965

AM/FM/MPX RADIO WITH MOTORIZED

SLIDE-DOWN DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL,

COMPACT DISC PLAYER,

CD CHANGER CONTROLS,

WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL

AND QUARTZ CLOCK

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

This unit is designed for installation in cars, trucks, and vans with an existing radio opening. In many cases, a special installation
kit will be required to mount the radio to the dashboard. These kits are available at electronics supply stores and car stereo specialist
shops. Always check the kit application before purchasing to make sure the kit works with your vehicle. If you need a kit but cannot find
it available, call our toll-free “HELP” line at 1-800-645-4994.

UNIVERSAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE USING MOUNTING SLEEVE

1. Activate panel fold-down, and remove the detachable front panel, if it is attached to the chassis, by grasping the release
latch on the middle underside of the panel and pulling the panel assembly straight out. The mounting plate will return
to the upright position within 3 seconds. Slide the mounting sleeve off of the chassis. If it is locked into position, use the
removal tools (supplied) to disengage it.

2. Check the dashboard opening size by sliding the mounting sleeve into it. If the opening is not large enough, carefully
cut or file as necessary until the sleeve easily slides into the opening. Do not force the sleeve into the opening or cause
it to bend or bow. Check that there will be sufficient space behind the dashboard for the radio chassis.

3. Locate the series of bend tabs along the top, bottom, and sides of the mounting sleeve. With the sleeve fully inserted
into the dashboard opening, bend as many of the tabs outward as necessary so that the sleeve is firmly secured to the
dashboard.

4. Place the radio in front of the dashboard opening so that the wiring can be brought through the mounting sleeve. Follow
the wiring diagram carefully and make certain all connections of the wiring harness are secure and insulated with wire
nuts or electrical tape to insure proper operation of the unit. After completing the wiring connections, attach the front panel
and turn the unit on to confirm operation (ignition switch must be “on”). If unit does not operate, re-check all wiring until
problem is corrected. Once proper operation is achieved, turn off the ignition switch and proceed with final mounting of
the chassis.

5. Carefully slide the radio into the mounting sleeve making sure it is right-side-up until it is fully seated and the spring clips
lock it into place.

6. Attach one end of the perforated support strap (supplied) to the screw stud on the rear of the chassis using the hex nut
provided. Fasten the other end of the perforated strap to a secure part of the dashboard either above or below the radio
using the screw and hex nut provided. Bend the strap to position it as necessary.

CAUTION: The rear of the radio must be supported with the strap to prevent damage to the dashboard from the weight of

the radio or improper operation due to vibration.

7. Re-attach the front panel to the chassis and test radio operation by referring to the Operating Instructions for the unit.

INSTALLATION USING KITS

1. If your vehicle requires the use of an installation kit to mount this radio, follow the instructions included with the installation
kit to attach the radio to the mounting plate supplied with the kit.

2. Wire and test the radio as described in Step 4 above.

3. Install the radio/mounting plate assembly to the sub-dashboard according to the instructions of the installation kit.

4. Attach the support strap to the radio and dashboard as described in Step 6 above.

5. Replace the dashboard trim panel.

ISO INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

This unit has threaded holes in the chassis side panels which may be used with the original factory mounting brackets of some
Toyota, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Hyundai and Honda vehicles to mount the radio to the dashboard. Please consult with your
local car stereo specialist shop for assistance on this type of installation.

1. Remove the existing factory radio from its dashboard or center console mounting. Save all hardware and brackets as
they will be used to mount the new radio.

2. Carefully un-snap the plastic frame from the front of the new radio chassis. Remove and discard the frame.

3. Remove the factory mounting brackets and hardware from the existing radio and attach them to the new radio.

CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED M5 X 8 MM MAXIMUM SCREW SIZE. LONGER SCREWS MAY TOUCH AND DAMAGE

COMPONENTS INSIDE THE CHASSIS.

4. Wire the new radio to the vehicle as per step 4 above.

5. Mount the new radio assembly to the dashboard or center console using the reverse procedure of step 1.

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TOLL-FREE INSTALLATION ASSISTANCETOLL-FREE INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE

TOLL-FREE INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE

TOLL-FREE INSTALLATION ASSISTANCETOLL-FREE INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE

The installation and wiring connections for this unit are so simple, we doubt you'll need our help, but, if you do, we're here to help you. Just call
our toll-free telephone assistance line at 1-800-645-4994 during the days and hours shown (U.S.A. and Canada only).

TIME ZONE

DAY

MON. - FRI.
SATURDAY

SCREW (5MM)

NUT (5MM)

PACIFIC

5:30AM - 4PM
6AM - 2PM

NUT (5MM)

PERFORATED STRAP

FASTEN THIS END TO SCREW STUD ON
REAR OF CHASSIS

MOUNTING SLEEVE

MOUNTAIN

6:30AM - 5PM

7AM - 3PM

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EXISTING DASH OPENING
FILE EDGES TO FIT IF NECESSARY - DO NOT OVERFILE
NOTE: IF DASH IS SOLID, USE REAR SIDE (WITHOUT THE LIP) OF MOUNTING SLEEVE
AS A TEMPLATE & CUT OPENING

SCREW STUD

RADIO

CENTRAL EASTERN

7:30AM - 6PM

8AM - 4PM

BEND TOP
TABS UPWARD

8:30AM - 7PM

9AM - 5PM

BEND BOTTOM TABS
DOWNWARD

FASTEN THIS END TO SECURE PART OF DASHBOARD.
DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY.

FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE CD PLAYER, THE CHASSIS MUST BE MOUNTED
WITHIN 20° OF HORIZONTAL. MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS MOUNTED WITHIN THIS
LIMITATION.

SIDE VIEW

OF

CHASSIS

REMOVE THE PLASTIC FRAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE CHASSIS BY
CAREFULLY UN-SNAPPING IT.

CAUTION:

20° MAX.

FRONT PANEL

UN-SNAP AT 2 PLACES EACH ON
TOP AND BOTTOM

PLASTIC FRAME

REMOVAL TOOLS

ISO INSTALLATIONISO INSTALLATION

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ISO INSTALLATIONISO INSTALLATION

MAXIMUM SCREW

FACTORY MOUNTING
BRACKETS

SIZE

M5 x 8

FOLD-DOWN
DETACHABLE
FRONT PANEL

TYPICAL INSTALLATION

MAXIMUM SCREW

SIZE

M5 x 8

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RADIO WIRINGRADIO WIRING

RADIO WIRING

RADIO WIRINGRADIO WIRING

REFER TO PAGE 5
FOR SPEAKER
WIRING

ANTENNA

EXISTING
ANTENNA
CABLE

AUTOMATIC
ANTENNA

BLUE

IMPORTANT

THE BLUE WIRE CAN BE USED TO REMOTELY ACTI­VATE AN AUTOMATIC ANTENNA OR AN EXTERNAL
AMPLIFIER (SEE ANTENNA OR AMPLIFIER MANUAL)

RED (0.5 AMP. FUSE)

SCREW

BLACK

YELLOW (15 AMP. FUSE)

METAL PART OF DASH
(DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY)

FUSEBLOCK

“RADIO” FUSE
+12V ACCESSORY

CAR BATTERY

ANTENNA LEAD
ON REAR OF RADIO

FILTER/FUSE
BOX

YELLOW WIRE MUST BE CONNECTED
AS SHOWN OR RADIO WILL NOT OP­ERATE PROPERLY

CONTAINS:
ONE 0.5 AMP FUSE
ONE 15 AMP FUSE

IMPORTANT

4-PIN PLUGS

9 PIN PLUG
(SEE PAGE 5 FOR SPEAKER WIRING)

CD CHANGER LEAD
ON REAR OF RADIO
(SEE PAGE 5)

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL 12 VOLT
BATTERY

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SPEAKER WIRINGSPEAKER WIRING

SPEAKER WIRING

SPEAKER WIRINGSPEAKER WIRING

REFER TO PAGE 4
FOR RADIO WIRING

RCA LINE OUT JACKS

FOR USE WITH

OPTIONAL EXTERNAL

AMPLIFIERS

LINE OUT (LEFT) = WHITE
LINE OUT (RIGHT) = RED

SUB-LINE
OUT

WARNING!

l THE AMPLIFIERS IN THIS RADIO ARE ONLY DESIGNED FOR USE WITH 4 SPEAKERS.
l NEVER COMBINE (BRIDGE) OUTPUTS FOR USE WITH 2 SPEAKERS.
l NEVER GROUND NEGATIVE SPEAKER LEADS TO CHASSIS GROUND.
l FAILURE TO WIRE EXACTLY AS SHOWN BELOW MAY CAUSE ELECTRICAL

NOTE: THIS RADIO WILL CONTROL PRESTIGE CD CHANGER MODEL
SP-11CDP AND MODEL SP6CDP. CHECK WITH YOUR PRESTIGE
AUDIOVOX CAR STEREO SPECIALIST OR CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR
RECOMMENDATIONS OF OTHER MODELS THAT WILL WORK WITH
YOUR RADIO.

RADIO

CD CHANGER LEAD ON REAR OF RADIO

OPTIONAL CD CHANGER

6

DIN CABLE
(SUPPLIED WITH CD CHANGER)

COMPACT

REMOTE INPUT JACK FOR USE
WITH EXTERNAL CD-PLAYER,
CASSETTE PLAYER, OR MP3
PLAYBACK

LEFT FRONT SPEAKER

WHITE w/BLACK STRIPE

9-PIN PLUGS

WHITE

GREEN

GREEN w/BLACK STRIPE

VIOLET w/BLACK STRIPE

HELP!

4-PIN PLUGS

SEE PAGE 4 FOR RADIO
WIRING

GRAY w/BLACK STRIPE

GRAY

VIOLET

RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER

1-800-645-49941-800-645-4994

1-800-645-4994

1-800-645-49941-800-645-4994

Monday - Friday
Saturday

LEFT REAR SPEAKER RIGHT REAR SPEAKER

8:30am - 7:00pm Eastern
9:00am - 5:00pm Eastern

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