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Vehicle Preparation:
1) Locate vehicle power source. Generally this is found near the vehicle' s fuse
block, which is usually (though not always) under the steering wheel area.
Locate an accessory hot circuit to tap into for video system power. Accessory
hot means a circuit that is +12VDC when the ignition key is in either the
" ACC' Y" or " Run" positions, and 0 Volts DC when the ignition key is removed
from the vehicle.
2) Mounting location and method for the individual components will vary from
vehicle to vehicle, so this manual will only focus on the installation of the
video pod itself and related console accessories.
3) Generally, the best location for the video pod is where the vehicle' s dome
light is traditionally installed (center of roof, just behind the front 2 seats). The
pod should be located in such a manner that it can be comfortably viewed by
the rear seat passengers in the vehicle. The pod should NEVER be located
in a position that would place it in within the driver' s field of view. This is not
only hazardous for driving conditions (as it creates a distraction to the driver),
but it is against the law in many states. Check your state laws.
4) Once pod location has been determined, there may be prep work required for
the headliner. Some of the steps that may need to be taken depending upon
your installation are:
a) Removing of the vehicle' s dome light.
b) The headliner MAY have to be cut out per the diagram below.**
c) If the mini-console is being used, it will have to be trimmed to fit
the contour of the headliner. Refer to page 8.
Note, steps a-c above are not required for all installations... . you may have to do
none, some, or all of these steps.
** IF your particular installation will require you to cut out the headliner, the box
that this kit came in can be used as a template. You can remove the shelf that
the video pod rests upon and trace the opening onto the headliner for cutting.
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Rev.F Nov. 00
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