Getting Started

Resetting the unit

Before operating the unit for the first time or after replacing the car battery, you must reset the unit.

Remove the front panel and press the RESET button with a pointed object, such as a ballpoint pen.

RESET button

Note

Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock setting and some memorised functions.

Detaching the front panel

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

1 Press (OFF).

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

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Notes

•Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel.

•Be sure not to drop the panel when detaching it from the unit.

•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.

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

Attaching the front panel

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

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Notes

•Be careful not to attach the front panel upside down.

•Do not press the front panel too hard against the unit when attaching it.

•Do not press too hard or put excessive pressure on the display window of the front panel.

•Do not expose the front panel to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, and do not leave it in a humid place. Never leave it on the dashboard of a car parked in direct sunlight or where there may be a considerable rise in temperature.

Caution alarm

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

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

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