Panasonic CQ-C8301N Operating Instructions Manual

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Safety Information English3CQ-C8351N/C8301N/C7301N2Safety InformationCQ-C8351N/C8301N/C7301NWarningObserve the following warnings when usingthis unit.❑ The driver should neither watch the display noroperate the system while driving.Watching the display or operating the system will distractthe driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can causeaccidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and usethe parking brake before watching the display or operatingthe system.❑ Use the proper power supply.This product is designed for operation with a negativegrounded 12 V DC battery system. Never operate this prod-uct with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DC batterysystem.❑ Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach ofinfants.Batteries and insulation film can be ingested, so keep themout of the reach of infants. If an infant ingests a battery orinsulation film, please seek immediate medical attention.❑ Protect the Deck Mechanism.Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.❑ Do not disassemble or modify the unit.Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair theproduct yourself. If the product needs to be repaired, consultyour dealer or an authorized Panasonic Service Centre.❑ Do not use the unit when it is out of order.If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in anabnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed towater, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately andconsult your dealer.❑ The remote control unit should not lie about in thecar.If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the floorwhile driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, and lead toa traffic accident.❑ Refer fuse replacement to qualified service person-nel.When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have itreplaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualifiedservice engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may leadto smoke, fire, and damage to the product.Observe the following warnings wheninstalling.❑ Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) batteryterminal before installation.Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminalconnected may cause electrical shock and injury due to ashort circuit.Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system havespecific procedures of battery terminal disconnection.FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO THEUNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETYSYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE ANDPERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.❑ Never use safety-related components for installa-tion, grounding, and other such functions.Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank,brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) forwiring or fixing the product or its accessories.❑ Installing the product on the air bag cover or in alocation where it interferes with airbag operation isprohibited.❑ Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, andother items before installing the product.If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach orwire the product, first check where the wire harness, gaso-line tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open the holefrom outside if possible.❑ Never install the product in a location where it inter-feres with your field of vision.❑ Never have the power cord branched to supply otherequipment with power.❑ After installation and wiring, you should check thenormal operation of other electrical equipment.The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions maycause fire, electrical shock or a traffic accident.❑ In the case of installation to an airbag-equippingcar, confirm warnings and cautions of the vehiclemanufacturer before installation.❑ Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving orgetting in and out of the vehicle.❑ Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuit-ing.CautionObserve the following cautions when using thisunit.❑ Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road andtraffic conditions while driving.❑ Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to becaught in the unit.To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught inmoving parts or in the disc slot. Especially watch out forinfants.❑ This unit is designed for use exclusively in automo-biles.❑ Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period withthe engine turned off.Operating the audio system for a long period of time with theengine turned off will drain the battery.❑ Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or exces-sive heat.Otherwise these will raise the interior temperature of theunit, and it may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to theunit.❑ Do not use the product where it is exposed to water,moisture, or dust.Exposure of the unit to water, moisture, or dust may lead tosmoke, fire, or other damage to the unit. Make especiallysure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainydays.Observe the following cautions wheninstalling.❑ Refer wiring and installation to qualified servicepersonnel.Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience.For maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer.Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from yourown installation of the unit.❑ Follow the instructions to install and wire the prod-uct.Not following the instructions to properly install and wire theproduct could cause an accident or fire.❑ Take care not to damage the leads.When wiring, take care not to damage the leads. Preventthem from getting caught in the vehicle chassis, screws, andmoving parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull, bend ortwist the leads. Do not run them near heat sources or placeheavy objects on them. If leads must be run over sharpmetal edges, protect the leads by winding them with vinyltape or similar protection.❑ Use the designated parts and tools for installation.Use the supplied or designated parts and appropriate toolsto install the product. The use of parts other than those sup-plied or designated may result in internal damage to the unit.Faulty installation may lead to an accident, a malfunction orfire.❑ Do not block the air vent or the cooling plate of theunit.Blocking these parts will cause the interior of the unit tooverheat and will result in fire or other damage.❑ Do not install the product where it is exposed tostrong vibrations or is unstable.Avoid slanted or strongly curved surfaces for installation. Ifthe installation is not stable, the unit may fall down whiledriving and this can lead to an accident or injury.❑ Installation AngleThe product should be installed in a horizontal position withthe front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than30˚.The user should bear in mind that in some areas there maybe restrictions on how and where this unit must be installed.Consult your dealer for further details.❑ Wear gloves for safety. Make sure that wiring iscompleted before installation.❑ To prevent damage to the unit, do not connect thepower connector until the whole wiring is complet-ed.❑ Do not connect more than one speaker to one set ofspeaker leads. (except for connecting to a tweeter)Observe the following cautions when handlingthe battey for the remote control unit.● Use only specified battery (CR2025).● Match the polarity of the battery with the (+) and (–) marksin the battery case.● Replace dead battery as soon as possible.● Remove the battery from the remote control unit when notusing it for an extended period of time.● Insulate the battery (by placing them in a plastic bag or cov-ering them with vinyl tape) before disposal or storage.● Dispose of the battery according to the local regulations.● Do not disassemble, recharge, heat or short the battery. Donot throw a battery into a fire or water.In case of battery leakage● Thoroughly wipe the battery liquid off the battery case andinsert new battery.● If any part of your body or clothing comes into contact withbattery liquid, wash it with plenty of water.● If battery liquid comes into contact with your eyes, washthem with plenty of water and get immediate medical atten-tion.This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-ence of important operating instructions andinstallation instructions. Failure to heed theinstructions may result in severe injury or death.■ Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other com-ponents of your car audio system carefully before using thesystem. They contain instructions about how to use the sys-tem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes noresponsibility for any problems resulting from failure toobserve the instructions given in this manual.■ This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use theproduct safely and to alert you to potential dangers resultingfrom improper connections and operations. The meanings ofthe pictographs are explained below. It is important that youfully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order touse this manual and the system properly.WarningThis pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-ence of important operating instructions andinstallation instructions. Failure to heed theinstructions may result in injury or material dam-age.Caution