Optimus 12-2154 - Manual (Page 6)

6
INSTALLATION
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
THE INSTALLATION
Before you install your stereo, read all
the instructions in this owner’s manu-
al. You should be able to answer all of
these questions about your vehicle’s
electrical and sound systems.
• Which terminal in my vehicle’s
fuse box supplies power even
when the ignition is turned off?
• Which terminal in my vehicle’s
fuse box is for accessories?
• How do I connect a wire to the
fuse box?
Also, be aware that installation in your
vehicle might require cutting or modi-
fying your vehicle.
Place the stereo as close as possible
to the selected mounting location. We
recommend that you install the stereo
by temporarily connecting it to ground
and power, optional components, and
your speakers. Then test the connec-
tions, disconnect the stereo, mount it in
your vehicle, and reconnect it. The in-
structions in this manual are arranged
in this order.
Preparing the Mounting Area
Before you mount the stereo, make
sure you have all the necessary mate-
rials. Then confirm that the stereo fits
your vehicle’s mounting area. This au-
tosound stereo system is a DIN-E size
unit that requires a 2
1 /
4
-inch high by
7 1 /
2
-inch wide by 7 1 /
4
-inch deep (57 ¥
190 ¥ 186 mm) mounting area.
Note: If the mounting area is too
large, you might be able to mount the
stereo with an in-dash installation kit,
available at your local RadioShack
store. Follow the installation kit’s in-
structions to mount the stereo.
Cautions:
• Make sure the stereo will not tilt
up more than 30 degrees when it
is mounted.
• Be sure to avoid obstructions be-
hind the mounting surface.
Routing Speaker Wires
If you install speakers, avoid routing
the speaker wires near moving parts
or sharp edges. You can usually route
them along the wiring channel be-
neath the vehicle’s door facings by
carefully removing the molding that
holds the carpet in place. After you
route the speaker wires, replace the
molding.
Removing the Shipping
Screw
The shipping screw helps protect the
stereo’s CD player from being dam-
aged during shipment.
Before you mount the stereo, use a
Phillips screwdriver to remove the
shipping screw from the top of the ste-
reo.
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