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 traffic conditions while driving.
❑Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be caught in the unit.
To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in moving parts or in the disc slot. Especially watch out for infants.
❑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.
❑Refer fuse replacement to qualified service personnel.
When the fuse burns out, eliminate the cause and have it replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified service engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead to smoke, fire, and damage to the product.
❑To ensure safety, never attempt to preset stations while you are driving.
❑Depending upon the transmission condition of
❑Make sure that your weather radio can receive properly before driving, especially, before use in a critical condition.
❑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.
Caution
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A CLASS I LASER. 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.
❑Refer wiring and installation to qualified service personnel.
Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience. For maximum safety, have it installed by the shop where you purchased it. Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from your own installation of the unit.
❑Follow the instruction to install and wire the product.
Not following the instructions to properly install and wire the product could cause an accident or fire.
❑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 fire.
❑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 fire 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)
The following applies only in the U.S.A.
Part 15 of the FCC Rules
FCC Warning:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate this device.
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