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VEHICLE PREPARATION:
1)
Locate an accessory power source (+12v when key is in the ACC. and run positions, and 0v when
key is off). Also locate a good grounding point. Generally, these connection points can be found at
the Ignition Switch, Fusebox, Radio etc.
2)
The mounting method and location will vary from vehicle to vehicle, so this manual will only focus
on the installation of the video monitor and related console accessories.
3)
Generally, the best location for the video monitor is where the vehicle's factory dome light is in-
stalled. The monitor should be located in such a manner that it can be comfortably viewed by rear
seat passengers. NEVER INSTALL THE MONITOR IN A PLACE WITHIN THE DRIVER'S VIEW.
THIS IS NOT ONLY DANGEROUS, BUT IT IS ALSO ILLEGAL IN MANY STATES.
4)
Once the mounting location of the monitor has been determined, there may be additional prepara-
tion work necessary, depending on the vehicle structure and installation method. Some of the
steps that may be required are:
A) Removal of the vehicle's dome light
B) The headliner may need to be trimmed as per the drawing below.
C) If the mini-console will be used, it will have to be trimmed to fit the contour
of the vehicle's headliner. Refer to the "Mini-Console installation" section in
this manual.
FULL SIZE CONSOLE INSTALLATION
There are several "full size" custom console available for selected vehicles. Some of these vehicles are
the Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Expedition, and Dodge Durango. These full size consoles incorporate
several additional features, and particularly useful if the vehicle you are installing this system into already
has an OEM overhead console in the headliner.
Refer to the installation manual that comes with the console itself for complete installation instructions.
