scraping sound in a speaker if you are holding a speakerlead.If not, keep testing different lead combinations until youhave located all the speaker leads. When you label them,include the speaker location for each. Connect all leadsNow that you have identifi ed all the wires in the car,you’re ready to begin connecting them to this unit wires.Electrical Connections ( page 10 – 11) shows theproper connections and color coding of the leads.We strongly recommend that you test the unit beforemaking a fi nal installation.You can set the unit on the fl oor and make temporaryconnections to test the unit. Use electrical tape to coverall exposed wires.Important:Connect the red power lead last, after you have madeand insulated all other connections.GroundConnect the black ground lead of the power connector tothe metal car chassis.SpeakersConnect the speaker wires. See the wiring diagram forthe proper hookups. Follow the diagram carefully toavoid damaging the speakers and this unit.The speakers used must be able to handle more than50 W of audio power. If using optional audio power,the speakers should be able to handle the maximumamplifi er output power. Speakers with low input ratingscan be damaged.Speaker impedance should measure 4 – 8 , which istypically marked on most speakers. Lower or higherimpedance speakers will affect output and can causeboth speaker and this unit damage.BatteryConnect the yellow battery lead to the correct radio wireor to the battery fuse port on the fuse block.EquipmentConnect any optional equipment according to theinstructions furnished with the equipment. Read theoperating and installation instructions of any equipmentyou will connect to this unit.PowerConnect the red power lead to the correct car radio wireor to the appropriate fuse port on the fuse block.If this unit functions properly with all these connectionsmade, disconnect the wires and proceed to the fi nalinstallation. Final installationLead connectionsConnect all wires, making sure that each connection isinsulated and secure. Bundle all loose wires and fastenthem with tape so they will not fall down later. Nowinsert this unit into the mounting collar.Congratulations! After making a few fi nal checks, thenew unit is ready for use. Final checks1. Make sure that all wires are properly connected andinsulated.2. Make sure that this unit is securely held in themounting collar.3. Turn on the ignition to check the unit for properoperation.If you have diffi culties, consult your nearest authorizedprofessional installer for assistance. Precautions Disconnect the cable from the negative (–) batteryterminal. Unit should be installed in a horizontal positionwith the front end up at a convenient angle, but lessthan 30°.0 – 30°This unit should be professionally installed. In case ofdiffi culty, please consult with your nearest professionalinstaller.1. This unit only operates in a 12 V DC negative groundsystem.2. Follow the electrical connections carefully( page 10 – 11). Failure to do so may result indamage to the unit.3. Connect the power lead after all other connections aremade.4. Be sure to connect the battery lead (yellow) to thepositive terminal (+) of the battery or fuse block (BAT)terminal.5. Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuiting.6. Secure all loose wires after installing the unit.7. Please carefully read the operating and installationinstructions of the respective equipment beforeconnecting it to this unit.English55