Detaching the front panel

You can detach the front panel of this unit to protect the unit from being stolen.

Caution alarm

If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without removing the front panel, the caution alarm will beep for a few seconds.

If you connect an optional amplifier and do not use the built-in amplifier, the beep sound will be deactivated.

1 Press (OFF)*.

CD playback or radio reception stops (the key illumination and display remain on).

*If your car has no ACC position on the ignition switch, be sure to turn the unit off by pressing (OFF) for 2 seconds to avoid car battery drain.

2 Press (OPEN), then slide the front panel to the right, and gently pull out the left end of the front panel.

Attaching the front panel

Place hole A of the front panel onto the spindle B on the unit, then lightly push the left side in.

Press (SOURCE) (or insert a CD) to operate the unit.

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B

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Notes

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Note

Do not put anything on the inner surface of the

•If you detach the panel while the unit is still turned on, the power will turn off automatically to prevent the speakers from being damaged.

•Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front panel and its display window.

•Do not subject the front panel to heat/high temperature or moisture. Avoid leaving it in parked cars or on dashboards/rear trays.

Tip

When carrying the front panel with you, use the supplied front panel case.

front panel.

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