Panasonic CQ-DF203U operating instructions Installation Guide, Preparation, Final Installation

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Connect the speaker wires. See the wiring diagram

1.

Make sure that all wires are properly connected

First complete the electrical connections, and then

The included

mounting

collar 1 is designed

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(page 52) for the proper hookups. Follow the dia-

and insulated.

check them for correctness. (page 52)

specifically for this unit. Do not use it to attach

gram carefully to avoid damaging the speakers and

2.

Make sure that the stereo unit is securely held in

any other model.

the stereo unit.

the mounting collar.

Insert

mounting

collar

1 into

the

The speakers used must be able to handle more

3. Turn on the ignition to check the unit for proper

than 50 W of audio power. If using an optional

1 dashboard, and bend the

mounting

tabs

operation.

audio amplifier, the speakers should be able to han-

out with a screwdriver.

dle the maximum amplifier output power. Speakers

If you have difficulties, consult your nearest author-

The tabs to be bent vary depending on the

with low input ratings can be damaged. Speaker im-

ized professional installer for assistance.

6 Power

pedance should measure 4–8 ≠, which is typically

car. To securely install the unit, fully bend

❐ Preparation

connector

marked on most speakers. Lower or higher imped-

a number of the tabs so that there is no

ance speakers will affect output and can cause both

≥ We strongly recommend that you wear gloves

rattling.

speaker and stereo unit damage.

Mounting

Example:

for installation work

to protect

yourself from

Motor Antenna

springs (§)

injuries.

Connect the car motor antenna lead to the dark blue

≥ When

bending

the

mounting

tabs

of

the

Tab

motor antenna relay control lead.

mounting collar with a screwdriver, be careful

(Do not confuse the antenna lead with blue/white

not to injure your hands and fingers.

stripe lead for a power amplifier.)

Mounting holes

Battery

≥ Disconnect the cable from the negative - battery

5 Mounting bolt

Connect the yellow battery lead to the correct radio

terminal (see caution below).

wire or to the battery fuse port on the fuse block.

Secure the rear of the unit.

≥ Unit should be installed in a horizontal position

Antenna

with the front end up at a convenient angle, but

2 After fixing mounting bolt 5 and power con-

Connect the antenna by plugging the antenna lead

not more than 30o.

Mounting springs (§)

nector 6, fix the rear of the unit to the car

into the antenna receptacle.

body by either method (a) or (b) shown below.

Equipment

Connect any optional equipment such as an amplifi-

3 Insert trim plate 8.

er, according to the instructions furnished with the

equipment. Leave about 12z (30 cm) of distance be-

Less than 30x

tween the speaker leads/amplifier unit and the an-

Engage the mounting

After installation,

tenna/antenna extension cord. Read the operating

4 reconnect the nega-

springs (§) in

the

and installation instructions of any equipment you

tive - battery ter-

mounting

holes

of

will connect to this unit.

Caution:

Mounting

minal.

the mounting collar

Power

≥ Do not disconnect the battery terminals of a

1 firmly.

hole

Connect the red power lead to the correct car radio

car with a trip or navigational computer since

wire or to the appropriate fuse port on the fuse

all user settings stored in memory will be lost.

Mounting springs

block.

Instead take extra care with installing the unit

If the stereo unit functions properly with all these

to prevent shorts.

(a) Using the rear support strap 3

(b) Using the rubber cushion (option)

connections made, disconnect the wires and pro-

Fire wall of car

ceed to the final installation.

Dashboard Installation

Rear support bracket

❐ Final Installation

Installation Opening

4 Tapping screw

3 mm·

Rubber cushion (option)

(provided on the car)

23/32q

Lead Connections

(53 mm)

2 Hex. nut

Connect all wires, making sure that each connection

75/32q

is insulated and secure. Bundle all loose wires and

3 Rear support

(182 mm)

fasten them with tape so they will not fall down

strap

later. Now insert the stereo unit into the mounting

This unit can be installed in any dashboard having

5 Mounting bolt

collar.

an opening as shown above. The dashboard should

5 Mounting bolt

1 Mounting collar

Congratulations! After making a few final checks,

be 3⁄16z (4.75 mm)j7⁄32z (5.56 mm) thick in order to

be able to support the unit.

1 Mounting collar

you’re ready to enjoy your new auto stereo system.

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