24 CQ-DP171U15ENGLISH WARNINGThis installation information is designed for experienced installers and is notintended for non-technical individuals. It does not contain warnings or cautions ofpotential dangers involved in attempting to install this product.Any attempt to install this product in a motor vehicle by anyone other than a qual-ified installer could cause damage to the electrical system and could result inserious personal injury or death.❏ Installation HardwareInstallation GuideNo. Item Diagram Q’tyq 1w 1e 1r 1t 1y 1u 1i 1Mounting collarHex. nut (5 mmø)Rear support strapTapping screw (5 mmø x16 mm)Mounting bolt (5 mmø)Power connectorRemovable face plate caseTrim plate❏ OverviewThis product should be installed by a professional.However, if you plan to install this product yourself, yourfirst step is to decide where to install it. The instructions inthese pages will guide you through the remaining steps:(Please refer to the “WARNING” statement above).¡Identify and label the car wires.¡Connect the car wires to the wires of the power connec-tor.¡Install the unit in the dashboard.¡Check the operation of the unit.If you encounter problems, please consult your nearestprofessional installer.Caution: This unit operates with a 12 V DC negativeground auto battery system only. Do not attempt to useit in any other system. Doing so could cause seriousdamage.Before you begin installation, look for the items which arepacked with your unit.¡Warranty Card … Fill this out promptly.¡Panasonic Servicenter for Service Directory … Keepfor future reference in case the product needs servicing.¡Installation Hardware … Needed for in-dash installa-tion.❏ Required ToolsYou’ll need a screwdriver, a 1.5 V AA battery, and the fol-lowing:❏ Dashboard Specifications12 V DCTest bulbElectricaltapeSide-cutpliersThicknessMin. 3/16” (4.75 mm)Max. 7/32” (5.56 mm)2 3/32” (53 mm)7 5/32” (182 mm)