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.
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Warning
Observe the following warnings when using this unit.
❑The driver should not operate the system while driving.
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 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 Servicenter.
❑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.
❑Any NOAA broadcast weather report, including cur- rent and forecasts, may not reflect your actual weather conditions at your exact time and loca- tion. You should always pay attention to your actu- al weather conditions to make safe decisions accordingly.
Observe the following warnings when installing.
❑Disconnect the lead from the negative
Wiring and installation with the negative
Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system have specific 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 VEHI- CLE AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
❑Never use
Do not use
❑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, first 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 inter- feres with your field 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 fire, electrical shock or a traffic accident.
❑In the case of installation to an airbag equipped car, confirm 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 circuit- ing.
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