Thank you for purchasing the KPA-H2EC Car Docking Kit. The KPA-H2EC includes everything you need to install the Kenwood Here2Everywhere™ Portable SIRIUS® Satellite Tuner in your
vehicle. Use this document to familiarize yourself with the KPA-H2EC features. For the latest information about this and other Kenwood products, visit the Kenwood USA Corporation Web
site at: www.kenwoodusa.com
Unpack your KPA-H2EC and carefully make sure that everything listed here is present. This kit includes:
1. Car Docking Cradle
2. Cigarette lighter adapter
3. Car Magnetic-Mount Antenna
4. Car Windshield Docking Base with suction cup
5. Pigtail power supply cord with Fuse (for optional use by a professional installer)
If anything is missing or damaged, or if your Here2Everywhere fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. Kenwood recommends
that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship the KPA-H2EC in the future.
Safety precautions
Warning
Take the following precautions to prevent traffic accidents and avoid personal injury:
• Installation must be performed according to this installation manual. Kenwood is not responsible for issues arising from installations not performed according to the procedures in this manual.
• Do not install the unit where it may obstruct your view through the windshield or of your vehicle's indicator displays.
• Do not install the unit where it may hinder the function of safety devices such as an airbag. Doing so may prevent the airbag from functioning properly in the event of an accident.
• The installation and use suggestions contained in this manual are subject to any restrictions or limitations that may be imposed by applicable law—the purchaser should check applicable law for
any restrictions or limitations before installing and/or operating this unit.
• Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings may result in a serious accident.
Warning
Take the following precautions to prevent fire and avoid personal injury:
• To avoid short circuits, never put or leave any metallic objects (coins, tools, etc.) inside the unit.
• If the unit emits smoke or strange smells, turn the power off immediately and consult your Kenwood dealer.
• Do not drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks.
• If the LCD display becomes damaged or broken, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid. The fluid may be dangerous to your health or even fatal. If the liquid crystal fluid contacts your body or
clothing, immediately wash it off with soap and water.
Caution
Take the following precautions to keep the unit in proper working order:
• Be sure the unit is connected to a 12V DC power supply with a negative ground connection.
• Do not open the unit.
• Do not install the unit where it will be exposed to high levels of humidity, moisture, or dust.
• When replacing a fuse, use only a new one with the proper rating. Using a fuse with the wrong rating may cause the unit to malfunction.
• To prevent a short circuit when replacing a fuse, first disconnect the wiring harness.
• When drilling holes to mount the unit, make sure not to damage wiring or other systems that may be close to the mounting surface.
Note
If the unit doesn't seem to be working properly:
• Turn the unit's power off, wait 5-10 seconds, then turn the power on again.
• If the unit still fails to operate, turn the unit's power off, remove it from the cradle, wait 5 - 10 seconds, replace it in the cradle and turn the power back on.
• If the problem persists, consult your Kenwood dealer.
FCC Warning
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in this
instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications if it is not installed and used in accordance with these
instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Cleaning the unit
If the unit becomes dirty, turn its power off and wipe it clean with a soft dry cloth. Do not use hard cloths or paint thinner, alcohol, or other volatile solvents to clean the unit. These may cause
damage or remove indicator characters.
Warning
Do not operate the unit in a way that might divert your attention from driving safely. As a driver, you alone are responsible for safely operating your vehicle in accordance with traffic safety laws
at all times.
INSTALLATION IN A VEHICLE
Note:
Do not put Here2Everywhere in the Car Docking Cradle until you have completed the cradle installation.
First, determine where you want to mount Here2Everywhere. There are two options for installing the Here2Everywhere. Select the option and location that provides good visibility of and access to
Here2Everywhere's front panel while maintaining a safe driving experience.
KPA-H2EC Package contents
1
2
3
JEF-703
FUSE
5
Car Docking Kit for Here2Everywhere™ Portable SIRIUS® Satellite Tuner
KPA-H2EC
4
