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CONNECTING
THE POWER CORDS
With regard to the connection
of the power cords, it may be possible or desirable to
connect
the red lead (for negative ground systems) or the black lead (for positive
ground systems) to the ignition
switch accessory terminal
so that the radio is auto-
matically turned off when the ignition switch (key) is turned off.
Alternately,
the power lead may be connected
to an available terminal
on the fuse
block or even to a point in the wiring harness. Care must be taken, however, to guard
against a short circuit condition.
When in doubt, please contact your vehicle dealer for
specific information
for your vehicle.
GROUND INFORMATION
A negative ground system is generally identified
by the"
- " battery terminal
being
connected
to the vehicle motor
block,
but if you cannot determine the polarity
of
your vehicle, consult your vehicle dealer for information.
NOTE: This radio may be installed and used in any 12-volt
DC
negative
or positive
ground system.
NEGATIVE
GROUND SYSTEM
If you are operating on a negative ground system, connect the red DC power cord
from the radio to the positive "+" battery terminal or other convenient point and
connect the black power lead to the chassisor vehicle frame, or the negative 11 -
"
terminal of the battery.
POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEM
If you
are operating
on a positive
ground
system,
connect
the black
DC
power cord
from the radio to the negative"
- " battery terminal
or other convenient
point and
connect
the red power
lead to the chassis or vehicle frame, or the positive"
+ "
terminal of the battery.
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