SoundGate VIDFORD1V4 Quick Installation Instructions

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VIDFORD1V4
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(DVD, VCR, rear-view camera, game console,
etc.) to the factory navigation systems on the
Ford vehicles listed below. Note: The
VIDFORD1V4 provides video input only. To
input audio signals, you will need an
additional interface (sold separately - see
below).
The SoundGate VIDFORD1V4 works in the following vehicles:
FORD
2000-05 Excursion
2003-05 Expedition
1998-05 Explorer
LINCOLN
2003-05 Aviator
1998-03 Continental
2003-04 LS
Audio input interfaces (one required if you need to input audio signals also):
SDSFORD - Vehicles with factory remote-mounted CD changer (direct input)
VIDFM8T or VIDFM40T - High-performance FM transmitter required for vehicles
without factory remote-mounted CD changer
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If you experience any problems, call SoundGate Technical Support at 800-256-0808
Purpose... Features...
The The VIDFORD1V4 utilizes microprocessor
VIDFORD1V4 control, ultra-reliable surface-mount
allows you to construction, and advanced firmware design,
add up to 2 to flawlessly match the video signal from the
video signals new sources to the factory system.
The VIDFORD1V4 is also equipped with
brightness, color and contrast adjustments to
allow you to get the best quality picture
possible.
2003-04 Navigator
2003-05 Towncar
MERCURY
2003-05 Grand Marquis
2003-04 Marauder
1999-04 Mountaineer
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