Installing The Gps Antenna - Clarion NX404 Quick Start Manual & Installation Manual

Installing The GPS Antenna

WARNING
•
Do not install the GPS antenna in a place where it may interfere with the operation of the
airbag or hinder the driver's visual range.
•
Do not use the navigation system with the GPS antenna cord cut off. The power cables in the
cord may be short-circuited.
Note:
• The supplied GPS antenna is for installing inside the vehicle. Do not install it outside the
vehicle.
• Install the GPS antenna more than 50 cm away from the main unit, other audio devices such
as CD player, and a radar detector. If it is installed near these devices, GPS reception may be
impaired.
• To improve the GPS signal reception, install the GPS antenna horizontally on a flat plane.
• Do not wax or paint the cover of the GPS antenna. This may reduce the performance of the
GPS antenna.
• Install the GPS antenna at least 10 cm away from the windshield.
• Wipe off the dirt of the mounting surface before installing the GPS antenna.
GPS antenna
Bottom face of the GPS antenna
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• Mount the GPS antenna.
the passenger side dashboard
where GPS signal interruption is
minimized.
• Wire the GPS antenna cord.
Fasten the cord using the cord
holders.
Cord holder
Double-sided tape
• Stick the double-sided tape to the bottom
face of the GPS antenna.
Cautions on Wiring
1. Be sure to turn the power off before wiring.
2. Be particularly careful where you route the wires.
Keep them well away from the engine, and exhaust pipe, etc. Heat may
damage the wires.
3. If the fuse should blow, check to see if the wiring is correct.
If a fuse is blown, replace it with a new one of the same amperage rating
as the original (15A FUSE).
4. To replace the fuse, remove the old fuse on the back of the unit and
insert the new one. (Figure 7)
NOTE:
There are various types of fuse holder. Do not let the battery side touch other metal parts.
After the connection, fix the cord by a clamp or insulation
tape for protection.
Fuse holder
CAUTION
Fuse (15A FUSE)
Figure 7