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CQ-RXBT490U
English
Safety Information
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Read the operating instructions for the unit and all
other components of your car audio system care-
fully before using the system. They contain instruc-
tions about how to use the system in a safe and
effective manner. Panasonic assumes no respon-
sibility for any problems resulting from failure to
observe the instructions given in this manual.
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This manual uses pictographs to show you how to
use the product safely and to alert you to potential
dangers resulting from improper connections and
operations. The meanings of the pictographs are
explained below. It is important that you fully under-
stand the meanings of the pictographs in order to
use this manual and the system properly.
This pictograph intends to alert you to
the presence of important operating in-
structions and installation instructions.
Failure to heed the instructions may
result in severe injury or death.
This pictograph intends to alert you to the
presence of important operating instruc-
tions and installation instructions. Failure
to heed the instructions may result in
injury or material damage.
Warning Caution
Warning
Observe the following warnings when using
this unit.
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The driver should neither watch the display nor operate
the system while driving.
Watching the display or operating the system will distract
the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can
cause accidents.
Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the
parking brake before watching the display or operating
the system.
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Use the proper power supply.
This product is designed for operation with a negative
grounded 12 V DC battery system. Never operate this
product with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DC
battery system.
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Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of
infants.
Batteries and insulation film can be ingested, so keep
them out of the reach of infants. If an infant ingests a
battery or insulation film, please seek immediate medical
attention.
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Protect the Deck Mechanism.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.
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Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair
the product yourself. If the product needs to be repaired,
consult your dealer or an authorized Panasonic Servicen-
ter.
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Do not use the unit when it is out of order.
If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in an
abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to
water, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and
consult your dealer or an authorized Panasonic Servicen-
ter.
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The remote control unit should not lie about in the car.
If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the
floor while driving, get wedged under the brake pedal,
and lead to a traffic accident.
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Refer fuse replacement to qualified service personnel.
When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it
replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a quali-
fied service engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse
may lead to smoke, fire, and damage to the product.
Observe the following warnings when install-
ing.
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Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery
terminal before installation.
Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery
terminal connected may cause electrical shock and injury
due to a short circuit. Some cars equipped with the elec-
trical safety system have specific procedures of battery
terminal disconnection.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD
TO THE UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRI-
CAL SAFETY SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE
VEHICLE AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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Never use safety-related components for installation,
grounding, and other such functions.
Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank,
brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.)
for wiring or fixing the product or its accessories.
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Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a
location where it interferes with airbag operation is
prohibited.
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Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and
other items before installing the product.
If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach
or wire the product, first check where the wire harness,
gasoline tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open
the hole from outside if possible.
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Never install the product in a location where it inter-
feres with your field of vision.
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Never have the power cord branched to supply other
equipment with power.
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After installation and wiring, you should check the
normal operation of other electrical equipment.
The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions
may cause fire, electrical shock or a traffic accident.
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In the case of installation to an airbag-equipping car,
confirm warnings and cautions of the vehicle manufac-
turer before installation.
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Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or
getting in and out of the vehicle.
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Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuiting.
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Keep accessories out of reach of infants.
Accessories can be ingested, so keep them out of the
reach of infants. If an infant ingests accessories, please
seek immediate medical attention.
