45InstallationNotes on discs, Maintenance, InstallationCQ-CB8901UCQ-CB8901U44Notes on DiscsHow to hold the disc¡ Do not touch the underside of the disc.¡ Do not scratch on the disc.¡ Do not bend the disc.¡ When not in use, keep disc in the case.Do not use irregularly shaped discs.Do not leave discs in the following places:¡ In direct sunlight¡ Near car heaters¡ Dirty, dusty and damp areas¡ On seats and dashboardsDisc cleaningUse a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.Do not attach any seals or labels to your discs.Do not write on the disc label with a ballpointpen or other hard-point pens.Printed side Do not use irregularly shaped discs.If you use commercial CDs, they must haveeither of these labels shown at right.Some copy-protected music CDs are notplayable. TEXT¡ You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW discs recorded on CD recorders (CD-R/RW drives), either dueto their recording characteristics or dirt, fingerprints, scratches, etc. on the disc surface.¡ CD-R/RW discs are less resistant to high temperatures and high humidity than ordinary music CDs. Leaving theminside a car for extended periods may damage and make playback impossible.¡ Some CD-R/RWs can not be played back successfully thanks to incompatibility among writing software, a CDrecorder (CD-R/RW drive) and the discs.¡ This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs if the session is not closed.¡ This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs which contains other than CD-DA or MP3/WMA data (Video CD, etc.).¡ Be sure to observe the instructions of CD-R/RW disc for handling it.Notes on CD/CD Media (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW)Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a soft cloth forroutine exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents.Notes onCD-Rs/RWsMaintenanceCleaning theUnitFuseIf the fuse blows out, consult your dealer, or your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.Warning¡Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A). Using substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting theunit directly without a fuse could cause fire or damage to the unit. If the replaced fuse fails, contact yournearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.WARNING❐ This installation information is designed for professional installers withknowledge of automobile electrical safety systems and is not intended for non-technical, do-it-yourself individuals. It does not contain instructions on theelectrical installation and avoidance of potential harm to air bag, anti-theft andABS braking or other systems necessary to install this product.Any attempt to install this product in a motor vehicle by anyone other than aprofessional installer could cause damage to the electrical safety systemand could result in serious personal injury or death.❐ If your car is equipped with air bag and/or anti-theft systems, specific proce-dures may be required for connection and disconnection of the battery to installthis product.Before attempting installation of this electronic component against the man-ufacturer's recommendation, you must contact your car dealer or manufac-turer to determine the required procedure and strictly follow their instruc-tions.FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY RESULT IN THE UNINTENDEDDEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS OR ACTIVATION OF THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMRESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND PERSONAL INJURY ORDEATH.This product should be installed by a professional.However, should you decide to install the productagainst the manufacturer's recommendation, thisoperating Instructions does not contain electricalinstallation instructions. You must contact your cardealer or manufacturer for electrical connectioninstructions to avoid possible damage to your electri-cal safety systems and resulting injury or death.(Please refer to the “WARNING” statement above).Your next step is to decide where to install the unitThe instructions in these pages will guide youthrough the remaining steps:¡Identify and label the car wires.¡Connect the car wires to the wires of the powerconnector.¡Install the unit.¡Check the operation of the unit.If you encounter problems, please consult your near-est professional installer.Caution: This unit operates with a 12 V DCnegative ground auto battery system only. Donot attempt to use it in any other system. Doingso could cause serious damage.Before you begin installation, look for the followingitems which are packed with your unit.¡Installation Hardware … Needed for installation.Overview
