Panasonic CQ-5100U Operating Instructions Manual

CQ-5100U2Safety InformationWarningObserve the following warnings when usingthis unit.❑ The driver should not operate the system whiledriving.Operating the system will distract the driver from lookingahead of the vehicle and can cause accidents. Always stopthe vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brakebefore operating 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.❑ Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight orexcessive 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.❑ 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,consult the shop where you purchased this unit or anauthorized Panasonic Servicenter.❑ 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 matter in it, is exposed to water,is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and consultthe store where you purchased it.❑ Any NOAA broadcast weather report, includingcurrent and forecasts, may not reflect your actualweather conditions at your exact time and location.You should always pay attention to your actualweather conditions to make safe decisionsaccordingly.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 forinstallation, 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,gasoline tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open thehole from outside if possible.❑ Never install the product in a location where itinterferes 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 shortcircuiting.This pictograph intends to alert you to thepresence 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 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 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 thepresence of important operating instructions andinstallation instructions. Failure to heed theinstructions may result in injury or materialdamage.Caution