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CY-PA4003W/PA2003W/PAD1003W
Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other
components of your car audio system carefully before
using the system. They contain instructions about
how to use the system in a safe and effective manner.
Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any problems
resulting from failure to observe the instructions given
in this manual.
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 meaning of the pictographs are explained below.
It is important that you fully understand the meanings
of the pictographs in order to use this manual and the
system properly.
Safety Information
This pictograph intends to alert you to
the presence of important operating
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
instructions. Failure to heed the
instructions may result in injury or
material damage.
Warning
Caution
Observe the following warnings when using the
unit.
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 system, especially a 24 V DC
battery system.
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 authorised
Panasonic Service Center.
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.
Refer fuse replacement to qualifi ed service
personnel.
When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have
it replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a
qualifi ed service engineer. Incorrect replacement of
the fuse may lead to smoke, fi re, and damage to the
product.
When replacing one fuse which has blown, replace
other fuses at the same time.
In some cases, fuses may deteriorate without failing.
Using different substitutes or fuses with higher ratings,
or connecting the unit directly without a fuse, could
cause fi re or damage to the unit. If the replacement fuse
fails, contact your nearest Panasonic Service Center for
service.
Warning
Observe the following warnings when installing.
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 electrical safety
system have specifi c procedures of battery terminal
disconnection.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY
LEAD TO THE UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE
ELECTRICAL SAFETY SYSTEM RESULTING IN
DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND PERSONAL INJURY
OR DEATH.
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
airbags, etc.) for wiring or fi xing the product or its
accessories.
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, fi rst check where the wire
harness, gasoline tank, and electric wiring are located.
Then open the hole from outside if possible.
After installation and wiring, you should check the
normal operation of other electrical equipment.
The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions
may cause fi re, electrical shock or a traffi c accident.
In the case of installation to an airbag-equipped
car, confi rm warnings and cautions of the vehicle
manufacturer before installation.
Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or
getting in and out of the vehicle.
Failure to heed this caution may result in an accident
and/or injury.
Warning
Observe the following cautions when using this
unit.
Turn off the power supply before changing the
switch setting.
Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road
and traffi c conditions while driving.
This unit is designed for use exclusively in
automobiles.
Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with
the engine turned off.
Operating the audio system for a long period of time
with the engine turned off will drain the battery.
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or
excessive heat.
Otherwise these will raise the interior temperature
of the unit, and it may lead to smoke, fi re, or other
damage to the unit.
Do not use the product where it will be exposed to
water, moisture, or dust.
Exposure of the unit to water, moisture, or dust may
lead to smoke, fi re, or other damage to the unit. Make
especially sure that the unit does not get wet in car
washes or on rainy days.
Stop to use the unit when the red indicator
(PROTECT) lights up.
If the red indicator lights up, this unit will
automatically shut down. Confi rm the speaker and
other audio system’s wiring.
Do not touch the heat dissipation region of the
amplifi er.
If this unit is operated at a high output continuously,
the upper side of the unit will get very hot. Do not
touch it nor place anything on top of the unit.
Contact your local dealer for information about
battery capacity. (If there is not enough battery
capacity, increase the number of batteries.)
Depending on the way you use this unit, (using at
high volume for extended periods, increasing the
number of amplifi ers etc. ) there may be insuffi cient
battery capacity. There is a danger that the battery will
run fl at, or other electronic parts may stop operating.
Do not knock anything against this unit when
loading or unloading objects from the trunk.
Doing so will cause damage to this unit.
Caution
This unit cannot be used alone.
This unit is a power amplifi er for use with Panasonic
car audio products and speakers.
For more details about safety information, refer to
the operating instructions for the connected devices.
Please follow the laws and regulations
of your province or country for
installation of the unit.
For power connection, use the optional power cord
specially designed for use with Panasonic car-audio/
AV system.
Power cord kit (option): CA-PAC75