Panasonic CQDRX900U - Manual (Page 34)

Installation Guide
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□ Connect All Leads
Now that you have identified all the wires in the car,
you're ready to begin connecting them to the stereo
unit wires. The connection diagram {■=> Page 38)
shows the proper connections and color coding of
the leads.
We strongly recommend that you test the unit
before making a final installation.
You can set the unit on the floor and make tempo­
rary connections to test the unit. Use electrical tape
to cover all exposed wires.
Important: Connect the red power lead last, after
you have made and insulated all other connections.
Ground
Connect the black ground lead of the power connec­
tor to the metal car chassis.
Motor Antenna
Connect the car motor antenna lead to the blue
motor antenna relay control lead.
Battery
Connect the yellow battery lead to the correct radio
wire or to the battery fuse port on the fuse block.
Antenna
Connect the antenna by plugging the antenna lead
into the antenna receptacle.
Equipment
Connect any optional equipment such as an amplifi­
er, according to the instructions furnished with the
equipment. Leave about 12 inches {30 cm) of dis­
tance between the speaker cords/amplifier unit and
the antenna/antenna extension cord. Read the oper­
ating and installation instructions of any equipment
you will connect to this unit.
Power
Connect the red power lead to the correct car radio
wire or to the appropriate fuse port on the fuse
block.
If the stereo unit functions properly with all these
connections made, disconnect the wires and pro­
ceed to the final installation.
□ Final Installation
Lead Connections
Connect all wires, making sure that each connection
is insulated and secure. Bundle all loose wires and
fasten them with tape so they won't fall down later.
Now insert the stereo unit into the mounting collar.
Congratulations! After making a few final checks,
you’re ready to enjoy your new auto stereo system.
□ Final Checks
1. Make sure that all wires are properly connect­
ed and insulated.
2. Make sure that the stereo unit is securely held
in the mounting collar.
3. Turn on the ignition to check the unit for prop­
er operation.
If you have difficulties, consult your nearest autho­
rized professional installer for assistance.
□ Precautions
• We strongly recommend that you wear gloves
for installation work to protect yourself from inju­
ries.
• When bending the mounting tab of the mount­
ing collar with a screwdriver, be careful not to
injure your hands and fingers.
• 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°.
less than 30°
Caution : Do not disconnect the battery terminals
of a car with trip or navigational computer since all
user settings stored in memory will be lost.
Instead take extra care with installing the unit to
prevent shorts.
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