Panasonic CQ-VW100N Operating Instructions Manual

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12 CQ-VW100NEnglish Safety InformationWarningObserve 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 anduse the parking brake before watching the display or oper-ating the system.❑ Use the proper power supply.This product is designed for operation with a negativegrounded 12 V DC battery system. Never operate thisproduct with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DCbattery system.❑ 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 repairthe product yourself. If the product needs to be repaired,consult your dealer or an authorized Panasonic ServiceCentre.❑ 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.❑ Refer fuse replacement to qualified service per-sonnel.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 maylead to 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 termi-nal connected may cause electrical shock and injury due toa short circuit.Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system havespecific procedures of battery terminal disconnection.FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TOTHE UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICALSAFETY SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHI-CLE AND PERSONAL 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 operationis prohibited.❑ Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring,and other items before installing the product.If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attachor wire the product, first check where the wire harness,gasoline tank, and electric wiring are located. Then openthe hole from 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 supplyother equipment 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 equippedcar, confirm warnings and cautions of the vehiclemanufacturer before installation.❑ Make sure the leads do not interfere with drivingor getting in and out of the vehicle.❑ Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuit-ing.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 ordeath.■ Read the operating instructions for the unit and all othercomponents of your car audio system carefully before usingthe system. They contain instructions about how to use thesystem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumesno responsibility 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