Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer Services Directory”) carefully before using this product and keep this manual for future reference. Universal Rear-View Camera Model CY-RC50KU Operating Instructions CAMERA POWER VIDEO...
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.
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Caution Observe the following cautions when using this unit. Do not use this system for any purpose other than mounting on a road vehicle. Non-vehicular use (such as use outdoors or on a pleasure boat) could cause smoking generation, ignition, electric shock, injury and breakdown.
Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by qualifi ed personnel. Please refer checking and repair to professionals. Panasonic shall not be liable for any accidents arising out of neglect of checking the unit or your own repair after your checking.
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Warning Observe the following warnings when installing. Use on a DC 12 V grounded vehicle. This system can only be used on a DC 12 V grounded vehicle. It cannot be used in DC 24 V and other battery system (large trucks, diesel vehicles for use in cold regions, etc.).
Notes on use Carefully read the instruction manuals for the connected devices (Car Monitor etc.). Before reversing, always check behind you by eye. This product uses mirrored display (which mimics the orientation of the rear-view and side mirrors), and is for checking the view behind the vehicle. It is intended to augment the driver’s fi...
Product servicing If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the problem, we recommend that you take it to your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by a qualifi ed technician. Replacing the Fuse Use fuses of the same specifi ed rating (1 A). Using different substitutes or fuses with higher rating, or connecting the product directly without a fuse, could cause fi...
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
Check the contents Consult your dealer if any item is missing. Figures in ( ) are quantities. Rear view camera Rear view camera (with Rubber water seal) control unit 4 m cord Hexagon wrench Power cord Cord clamp Cord rail 18 cm Double-sided tape 30 ×...
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Cord routing (example) Route the camera cord so that it does not allow rainwater etc. to penetrate. Allow enough slack in the cord so that it is not pulled when the door is opened and closed. Hatchback or Van type Cord clamp Harness cover Tie band...
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Sedan type Cord clamp Rubber water seal (Attached to rear view camera.) Note: Open and close the back door or trunk lid slowly to check that the camera cord is not pinched or abraded by the door/lid. Moisture or water can enter through the damaged area of the cord and penetrate to the interior of the camera, causing breakdowns.
Mounting procedure Rear view camera Before mounting Make connections and placement tentatively at fi rst, to check positions. Repeated affi xing weakens the adhesive. The screw holes to use, and the possible angle adjustment, vary according to the mounting position. Adjust the angle and check that the required fi eld of view is visible.
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Rear view camera control unit Before mounting Mounting on carpet etc. Rear view camera control unit Velcro tape Note: Do not mount the control unit in the following locations, which could cause breakdowns. Places exposed to water Places which could be stepped on Dusty places Close to heater ducts or heat-emitting objects Places exposed to direct sunlight...
Wiring procedure When connected to a Panasonic Car Monitor etc., the image from the camera is automatically displayed in the screen when the shift lever is moved to reverse (R). For some combinations of vehicle type and device, additional cords (option) may be required, or connection may not be possible.
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Connection to a Car Navigation System (example) Connect to the lights for reversing) which lights when the vehicle shift lever is moved to reverse (R). Reverse lamp Reverse lead (Violet/white stripe) Cut off the end terminal and connect to the clip connector.
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Connection to a Car Monitor from another company (example) Connect to the lights for reversing) which lights when the vehicle shift lever is moved to reverse (R). Reverse lamp Clip connector NTSC Only Car Monitor Reverse lead Cut off the end terminal and connect to the clip connector.
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Attach the camera bracket to a glass or painted surface on the vehicle body. Form the camera bracket to fi t the form of the mounting surface. (Do not remove the backing paper) Camera bracket Mount the camera body onto the camera bracket. Bolt with washer Hexagon wrench Rear view camera...