Installing The Gps Antenna - Clarion NX404E Quick Start Manual

Installing The GPS Antenna

• D o 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.
• D o 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.
• Wipeoff the dirt of the mounting surface before installing the GPS antenna.
GPS antenna
Figure 7
Bottom face of the GPS
antenna
WARNING
• M ount the GPS antenna. Stick
it surelz on a flat plane of the
passenger side dashboard
where GPS signal interruption is
minimized.
• W ire the GPS antenna cord.
Fasten the cord using the cord
holders.
Cord holder
Double-sided tape
• S tick 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 8)
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 8
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