Section

13 Installation

Important

!Check all connections and systems before final installation.

!Do not use unauthorized parts. Use of un- authorized parts may cause malfunctions.

!Consult your dealer if installation requires dril- ling of holes or other modifications to the vehi- cle.

!Do not install this unit where :

it may interfere with operation of the vehi- cle.

it may cause injury to a passenger as a re- sult of a sudden stop.

!The semiconductor laser will be damaged if it overheats. Install this unit away from hot places such as near the heater outlet.

!Optimum performance is obtained when the unit is installed at an angle of less than 30°.

!The cords must not cover up the area shown in the figure below. This is necessary to allow the amplifires to radiate freely.

Do not close this area.

!When installing, to ensure proper heat disper- sal when using this unit, make sure you leave ample space behind the rear panel and wrap any loose cables so they are not blocking the vents.

DIN front/rear mount

This unit can be properly installed either from “Front” (conventional DIN front-mount) or “Rear” (DIN rear-mount installation, utilizing threaded screw holes at the sides of unit chas- sis). For details, refer to the following installa- tion methods.

DIN Front-mount

Installation with the rubber bush

Dashboard

Mounting sleeve

 

Rubber bush

 

Screw

1Insert the mounting sleeve into the dashboard.

2Secure the mounting sleeve by using a screwdriver to bend the triangular metal tabs (90°) into place.

!To install more securely, bend the quadran- gular tabs as necessary.

3Install the unit as illustrated.

Removing the unit

1Extend top and bottom of the trim ring outwards to remove the trim ring. (When reattaching the trim ring, point the side with a groove downwards and attach it.)

!It becomes easy to remove the trim ring if the control panel is released.

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Pioneer DVH-3950MP DIN front/rear mount, DIN Front-mount, Installation with the rubber bush, Removing the unit