8CQ-VX2200WENGLISHPanasonic welcomes you to our ever growing family of electronic product owners. We know that thisproduct will bring you many hours of enjoyment. Our reputation is built on precise electronic and mechani-cal engineering, manufactured with carefully selected components and assembled by people who takepride in their work. Once you discover the quality, reliability, and value we have built into this product, youtoo will be proud to be a member of our family.When DrivingKeep the volume level low enough to be aware of roadand traffic conditions.When Washing Your CarDo not expose the product, including the speakers, CDsand tapes to water or excessive moisture. This couldcause electrical shorts, fire, or other damage.When ParkedParking in direct sunlight can produce very high tempera-tures inside your car. Give the interior a chance to cooldown before switching the unit on.Use the Proper Power SupplyThis product is designed to operate with a 12 V DC, nega-tive ground battery system.Disc MechanismDo not insert coins or any small objects. Keep screw-drivers and other metallic objects away from the discmechanism and disc.Tape MechanismKeep magnets, screwdrivers or other metallic objectsaway from the tape mechanism and tape head to preventpoor performance or malfunctions.Use Authorized Service CentersThis product is made of precision parts. Do not attemptto disassemble or adjust any parts. For repair, pleaseconsult your nearest authorized Panasonic ServiceCenter.For InstallationThe product should be installed in a horizontal positionwith the front end up at a convenient angle, but not morethan 30˚.❏ Use This Product Safely❏ Components¡Operating instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1¡Installation hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 set (a page 32)¡Power connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1¡Remote Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1¡Lithium battery (CR2025) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1