Sony XAV-C1 - Manual (Page 11)

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Installation angle
The unit should be installed within an
angle of 30 degrees from horizontal. If
this angle is exceeded, the monitor may
not open up or retract properly.
Note
Keep the units and connection cables
apart.
2 Installing the Main Unit
After all connections are made, install the main unit to the
dashboard.
Before installation
This unit is designed to be completely safe, but if not installed
correctly, it can cause accidents. Be sure to verify the following
points before installation.
Install the main unit to the in-dash location, and the amplifier unit
under the navigator’s seat, etc.
• If the monitor in the opened position is close to a air-
conditioning outlet, the outlet should be closed.
• Install the unit so that the monitor when opened up will not
block access to the hazard switch or other important controls.
• Do not install the unit (monitor) in locations which may be
subject to excessively low or high temperatures. (Otherwise the
unit may be deformed and the LCD may be damaged.)
Exposure to direct sunlight can also lead to high temperatures
and should be avoided.
Selecting the installation location
1
Set the ignition key to OFF or remove it.
2
Place the units in their intended mounting
locations to check the cable length and monitor
installation conditions.
Installation procedure precautions
• Perform the installation carefully. Dropping the unit or
otherwise subjecting it to strong impact or force may deform
the chassis, resulting in failure of the monitor loading
mechanism or other defects.
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• To allow for proper opening and closing of the monitor, there
must be a clearance of at least 170 mm between the closest
position of the shift lever and the mounting surface for the unit.
• In some cases, the shift lever may touch the monitor when
moved to a certain position. Make sure that there is no
obstruction to driving operations.
• When installing this unit together with other car audio
equipment (single DIN slot size) in a stacked configuration,
install the main unit on top.
Shift lever At least 170 mm
from mounting
surface