Safety Information
Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other
components of your car audio system carefully before using
the system. They contain instructions about how to use the
system in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes
no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to
observe the instructions given in this manual.
This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the
product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting
from improper connections and operations. The meanings of
the pictographs are explained below. It is important that you
fully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to
use this manual and the system properly.
Warning
This pictograph intends to alert you to the
presence of important operating instructions
and installation instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in severe injury or death.
Caution
This pictograph intends to alert you to the presence
of important operating instructions and installation
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may
result in injury or material damage.
Warning
Observe the following warnings when using
this unit.
The driver should neither watch the display nor
operate the system while driving.
Watching the display or operating the system will distract
the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can cause
accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use
the parking brake before watching the display or operating
the system.
Use the proper power supply.
This product is designed for operation with a negative
grounded 12 V DC battery system. Never operate this
product with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DC
battery system.
Protect the Deck Mechanism.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.
Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair the
product yourself. If the product needs to be repaired, consult
your dealer or an authorized Panasonic Service Center.
Do not use the unit when it is out of order.
If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in an
abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to
water, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and
consult your dealer.
The remote control unit should not lie about in the
car.
If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the fl oor
while driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, and lead to
a traffi c accident.
Refer fuse replacement to qualifi ed service
personnel.
When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it
replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualifi ed
service engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead
to smoke, fi re, and damage to the product.
Observe the following warnings when
installing.
Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery
terminal before installation.
Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminal
connected may cause electrical shock and injury due to a
short circuit.
Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system have
specifi c procedures of battery terminal disconnection.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO THE
UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY
SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Never use safety-related components for
installation, grounding, and other such functions.
Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank,
brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for
wiring or fi xing the product or its accessories.
Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a
location where it interferes with airbag operation is
prohibited.
Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and
other items before installing the product.
If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach
or wire the product, fi rst check where the wire harness,
gasoline tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open the
hole from outside if possible.
Never install the product in a location where it
interferes with your fi eld of vision.
Never have the power cord branched to supply
other equipment with power.
After installation and wiring, you should check the
normal operation of other electrical equipment.
The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions may
cause fi re, electrical shock or a traffi c accident.
In the case of installation to an airbag-equipping
car, confi rm warnings and cautions of the vehicle
manufacturer before installation.
Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or
getting in and out of the vehicle.
Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short
circuiting.
Caution
Observe the following cautions when using this
unit.
Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and
traffi c conditions while driving.
This unit is designed for use exclusively in automobiles.
Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with
the engine turned off.
Operating the audio system for a long period of time with the
engine turned off will drain the battery.
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or
excessive heat.
Otherwise these will raise the interior temperature of the unit,
and it may lead to smoke, fi re, or other damage to the unit.
Do not use the product where it is exposed to water,
moisture, or dust.
Exposure of the unit to water, moisture, or dust may lead to
smoke, fi re, or other damage to the unit. Make especially sure
that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days.
Set the volume level to low enough before the AUX
connection is completed.
Failure to observe this, the loud noise may come out and
damage your speakers and your hearing. Direct connection
of the speaker/headphone output of an external device
without any attenuator may distort sound or damage the
connected external device.
Observe the following cautions when installing.
Refer wiring and installation to qualifi ed service personnel.
Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience.
For maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer.
Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from your
own installation of the unit.
Follow the instructions to install and wire the product.
Not following the instructions to properly install and wire the
product could cause an accident or fi re.
Take care not to damage the leads.
When wiring, take care not to damage the leads. Prevent
them from getting caught in the vehicle chassis, screws, and
moving parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull, bend
or twist the leads. Do not run them near heat sources or
place heavy objects on them. If leads must be run over sharp
metal edges, protect the leads by winding them with vinyl
tape or similar protection.
Use the designated parts and tools for installation.
Use the supplied or designated parts and appropriate tools to
install the product. The use of parts other than those supplied
or designated may result in internal damage to the unit. Faulty
installation may lead to an accident, a malfunction or fi re.
Do not block the air vent or the cooling plate of the unit.
Blocking these parts will cause the interior of the unit to
overheat and will result in fi re or other damage.
Do not install the product where it is exposed to
strong vibrations or is unstable.
Avoid slanted or strongly curved surfaces for installation.
If the installation is not stable, the unit may fall down while
driving and this can lead to an accident or injury.
Installation Angle
The product should be installed in a horizontal position with
the front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than 30˚.
The user should bear in mind that in some areas there may
be restrictions on how and where this unit must be installed.
Consult your dealer for further details.
Wear gloves for safety. Make sure that wiring is
completed before installation.
To prevent damage to the unit, do not connect the
power connector until the whole wiring is completed.
Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of
speaker leads. (except for connecting to a tweeter)
Safety Information
Caution
THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR BY YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.