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MAN# 650814
General Information
WARNING
These are precision instruments and must be handled with care. Do not disassemble gauges.
Never open the system as there is the risk of electrostatic damage to the
sensitive internal circuits. There is also the risk of getting dust or other
contaminants on the TFT(s) or behind the lens.
Care and Cleaning
The tinted lens on the front of the GRAFIX system can be cleaned with a mild soap and water
solution or common glass cleaners on a damp cloth. Use a soft cloth such as a micro-fiber for wiping
the lens clean.
GRAFIX System Installation
Most GRAFIX systems and kits will come with a separate instruction document with Instrument
Cluster mounting details for the particular vehicle application. Follow the installation document for
mounting the GRAFIX Instrument Cluster in the vehicle, and then refer to this manual for wiring and
operation instructions.
Control Box Mounting
Once the Instrument Cluster is in place, mount the Control Box within reach of the supplied
display cable (approximately three (3) feet). The decision will need to be made whether the onboard
GPS receiver and its associated GRAFIX features will be used. If the GPS receiver in the Control
Box will be required, and use of the internal satellite antenna is desired, a location that allows
adequate reception should be identified. See the SYSTEM-INFO-GPS section in this manual for
more specific GPS use and Control Box mounting guidelines.
Also, be sure to choose a mounting
location that will allow you proper access in order to wire all of the inputs on either side of the Control
Box. Double sided tape, hook and loop fasteners or screws in the two tabs on the case work fine for
securing the Control Box under the dash.
The GRAFIX Control Box also includes a built-in audible tone generator, which is primarily
used for system warning notification. If the expectation is to be able to hear the tones, attention
should be paid to the Control Box mounting location, so as to make sure the sound is not blocked or
dampened
– thus restricting the ability to hear the alarms.
Note: When selecting a mounting location, avoid placing the Control Box module next to or
just opposite of the firewall from ignition components, i.e.: Ignition coil, HEI, etc. Ignition
components can emit tremendous amounts of electrical noise, affecting the operation of
electrical components which can cause erratic operation. Also, avoid mounting the Control
Box where it may get wet.
