Pioneer DEH-P8100BT - Manual (Page 8)

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Installation
Note
• Check all connections and systems before final
installation.
• Do not use unauthorized parts. The use of
unauthorized parts may cause malfunctions.
• Consult with your dealer if installation requires
drilling of holes or other modifications of the
vehicle.
• Do not install this unit where:
— it may interfere with operation of the vehicle.
— it may cause injury to a passenger as a result
of a sudden stop.
• The semiconductor laser will be damaged if it
overheats. Install this unit away from hot places
such as near the heater outlet.
• Optimum performance is obtained when the unit is
installed at an angle of less than 60°.
• When installing, to ensure proper heat dispersal
when using this unit, make sure you leave ample
space behind the rear panel and wrap any loose
cables so they are not blocking the vents.
• The cords must not cover up the area shown in the
figure. This is necessary to allow the amplifiers to
radiate freely.
DIN Front/Rear-mount
This unit can be properly installed either from
“ Front ” (conventional DIN Front-mount) or
“ Rear ” (DIN Rear-mount installation, utilizing
threaded screw holes at the sides of unit
chassis). For details, refer to the following
installation methods.
Removing or attaching
the trim ring
1. Extend top and bottom of the trim ring
outwards to remove the trim ring.
• When reattaching the trim ring, push the trim
ring onto the unit until it clicks. (If the trim ring
is attached upside down, the trim ring will not
fit properly.)
• It becomes easy to remove the trim ring if the
front panel is released.
DIN Front-mount
Installation with the rubber bush
1. Insert the mounting sleeve into the
dashboard.
• When installing in a shallow space, use a
supplied mounting sleeve. If there is enough
space behind the unit, use factory supplied
mounting sleeve.
2. Secure the mounting sleeve by using
a screwdriver to bend the metal tabs
(90°) into place.
3. Install the unit as illustrated.
Leave ample space Dashboard
Do not cover this area.
Trim ring
Mounting sleeve
Dashboard
Rubber bush
Screw