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Installation Guide

Supplied Hardwares

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Item
Mounting Collar
Hex. Nut (5 mm φ)
Rear Support Strap
Tapping Screw
(5 mm φx 16 mm)
Diagram Qty No. Item Diagram Qty
Preparation
●Before installation, check the radio operation with antenna and speakers.
●Disconnect the cable from the negative (–) battery terminal (see caution below).
●Unit should be installed in a horizontal position with the front end up at a convenient angle, but not
more than 30°.
In-dash Installation
Installation Opening
In-dash installation can be done if the car’s
dashboard has an opening for this unit as shown in
Fig. 1. The car’s dashboard should have a
thickness of 4.5 mm - 6 mm in order to make the
installation of the unit.
Installation Precautions
This equipment, if possible, should be installed by a professional installer.
In case of difficulty, please consult your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Center.
1. This system is to be used only in a 12-volt, DC battery system (car) with negative ground.
2. Follow the electrical connection on page 18 carefully. Failure to do so may result in damage to the
unit.
3. Connect the power lead after other connections are made.
4. Be sure to connect the YELLOW lead to the positive terminal (+) of the battery or fuse block (BAT)
terminal.
5. Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuitting.
6. Secure all loose wires after installing the unit.
7. Please carefully read the operating and installation instructions of the respective equipment
before connecting it to this unit.
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Mounting Bolt (5 mm φ)
Power Connector
Dismounting Plate
Removable Face
Plate Case
182 mm
53 mm

Fig. 1

Caution:
For installation to cars with trip or navigational computers, all electronic memory settings
previously registered in the computer will be lost when the battery terminal is disconnected. For
this type of car, battery could not be disconnected. Therefore, extra care should be taken to
prevent short circuitting.