VEHICLE PREPARATION:
1)
Locate a constant power source (+12v at all times) and an accessory power source (+12v when
key is in the acc. and run positions, and 0v when key is off). Generally, these wires can be found
at the ignition switch or fusebox.
2)
The mounting method and location will vary from vehicle to vehicle, so this manual will only focus
on the installation of the video monitor and related console accessories.
3)
Generally, the best location for the video monitor is where the vehicle's factory dome light is
installed. The monitor should be located in such a manner that it can be comfortably viewed by
rear seat passengers. NEVER INSTALL THE MONITOR IN A PLACE WITHIN THE DRIVER'S
VIEW. THIS IS NOT ONLY DANGEROUS, BUT IT IS ALSO ILLEGAL IN MANY STATES
4)
Once the mounting location of the monitor has been determined, there may be additional prepara-
tion work necessary, depending on the vehicle structure and installation method. Some of the
steps that may be required are:
A)
Removal of the vehicle's dome light
B)
The headliner may need to be trimmed as per the drawing below
C)
If the mini-console (PN 1181300) will be used, it will have to be trimmed to fit the
contour of the vehicle's headliner. Refer to the "Mini-Console installation" section
later in this manual.
Note:
If your installation will require you to cut out the headliner, the box that this kit came in can be used as a
template. You can remove the shelf that the video monitor rests on and trace the opening onto the
headliner for cutting
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FULL SIZE CONSOLE INSTALLATION
There are several “full size” custom consoles available for selected vehicles. Some of
these vehicles are the Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Expedition, and Dodge Durango. These full
size consoles incorporate several additional features, and are particularly useful if the vehicle
you are installing this system into already has an OEM overhead console in the headliner.
Refer to the installation manual that comes with the console itself for complete installation
instructions.
