Advent AMN101 Installation And Operation Manual

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3AMN101INSTALLATIONThe AMN101 can be used with an Advent navigation-ready DVD unit (AMM10, AMM12).Warnings• Do not install components in areas which are susceptible to rain, moisture, direct sunlight,extreme heat or cold, excessive dust, dirt or humidity.• Do not install the AMN101 where it will obstruct the driver’s view or interfere with thevehicle’s operating system or safety features (air bags, hazard light buttons, etc.).• Use only installation parts and hardware provided with the unit. Use of other parts cancause malfunction and possible damage to your navigation system.• This product should only be installed in vehicles with a 12-volt battery with negativegrounding. Check the battery voltage of your vehicle before installation.• To avoid shorts in the electrical system, be sure to disconnect the negative (–) batterycable before beginning installation.AMN101 PlacementThe AMN101 should be installed under the back or front seat. It can also be installed in thetrunk, if necessary. Do not install the AMN101 where it will come in contact with water or directsunlight. Mount the supplied brackets to the AMN101 using the 4mm (.25in) screws provided.NOTE: Be sure to install the AMN101 in such a way that the SD card slot is accessibleafter install, allowing for the removal/insertion of the SD card for future changes to mapdata or upgrades.WARNING! Be sure to secure all wires/cables safely away from the steering wheel, shiftlever, and gas or brake pedal.Antenna PlacementSince the AMN101 uses GPS technology for navigation, proper antenna placement is crucialfor optimal performance of the GPS receiver. When using GPS antennas, the antenna planeshould be parallel to the geographic horizon. There should be nothing between the antennaand the sky to ensure a direct line-of-sight between the antenna and available satellites.The preferred antenna location is on the top of the car on the roof or trunk area. When placedon the dashboard, performance may be reduced due to obstruction caused by the window orroof.NOTE: Do not cut the GPS antenna cable to shorten or lengthen it.