Sony MEX-DV1700U Installation/Connections page 2

Foot brake type
Parking brake switch cord
1


1 2
Claws

A
TOYOTA

size
5 × max. 8 mm
( 7 / × max. 5 / in)
32 16
to dashboard/center console
Bracket
Bracket
Existing parts supplied with your car
Hand brake type
Parking brake switch cord
2

Face the hook inwards.


3
Dashboard


B
NISSAN

size
5 × max. 8 mm
( / × max. / in)
7 5
32 16
to dashboard/center console

Bracket
size
5 × max. 8 mm
( 7 / × max. 5 / in)
32 16
Existing parts supplied with your car
A
B

Precautions
 Choose the installation location carefully so that the
unit will not interfere with normal driving operations.
 Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust, dirt,
excessive vibration, or high temperatures, such as in
Fire wall direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
 Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a safe and
secure installation.
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.

Connecting the parking brake
cord
 Be sure to connect the parking cord (Light green) of 
to the parking brake switch cord. The mounting position
of the parking brake switch cord depends on your car.
Consult your car dealer or your nearest Sony dealer for
further details.
Removing the protection
collar and the bracket
Before installing the unit, remove the protection
collar  and the bracket  from the unit.
1
Remove the protection collar .
Pinch both edges of the protection collar , then
pull it out.
2
Remove the bracket .
 Insert both release keys  together between
the unit and the bracket  until they click.
 Pull down the bracket , then pull up the unit
to separate.
Mounting example
Installation in the dashboard
Notes
 Bend these claws outward for a tight fit, if necessary (-2).
 Make sure that the 4 catches on the protection collar  are properly
engaged in the slots of the unit (-3).
Mounting the unit in a
Japanese car
You may not be able to install this unit in some makes of
Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your Sony dealer.
Note
To prevent malfunction, install only with the supplied screws .

size
5 × max. 8 mm
( 7 / × max. 5 / in)
32 16
Bracket
Front panel release button

How to detach and attach the
front panel
Before installing the unit, detach the front panel.
-A To detach
Before detaching the front panel, be sure to press and
hold . Press the front panel release
button, and pull it off towards you.
-B To attach
Engage part  of the front panel with part  of the unit,
as illustrated, and push the left side into position until it
clicks.
Warning if your car's ignition
has no ACC position
Be sure to set the Auto Off function. For details, see the
supplied Operating Instructions.
The unit will shut off completely and automatically in the
set time after the unit is turned off, which prevents
battery drain.
If you do not set the Auto Off function, press and hold
 until the display disappears each time
you turn the ignition off.
Fuse replacement
When replacing the fuse, be sure to
use one matching the amperage
rating stated on the original fuse. If
the fuse blows, check the power
connection and replace the fuse. If
the fuse blows again after
replacement, there may be an
internal malfunction. In such a case,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Fuse (10 A)