English Rear-View Camera Model CY-RC50KN CY-RC50KW Operating Instructions POWER O CAMERA IN VIDEO OUT Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and keep this manual for future reference.
Safety information R Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other components of your car navigation system carefully before using the system. They contain instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions given in this manual. Warning This pictograph alerts you to the presence of important operating instructions.
Caution Observe the following cautions when using this unit. R Do not use this system for any purpose other than mounting on a road vehicle. Non-vehicular use (such as use outdoors or on a pleasure boat) could cause smoking generation, ignition, electric shock, injury and breakdown. R Do not use an automatic car–washing machine to wash the vehicle. Exposure to water from a high pressure hose or impact from a brush may cause the system to fall resulting in accident or injury.
Notes on use Carefully read the instruction manuals for the connected devices (Car Monitor etc.). Before reversing, always check behind you by eye. O O O This product uses mirrored display (which mimics the orientation of the rear-view and side mirrors), and is for checking the view behind the vehicle. It is intended to augment the driver’s field of vision behind the vehicle. It is not able to view all hazards and obstacles.
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Specifications Output image ...........................................Wide-angle mirror image (for checking the rear view) Video format ..................................................................................................... NTSC composite Power supply ...................................................................................... DC 12 V, negative ground Power consumption .............................................................................. 1.6 W (approx. 135 mA) Image sensor .
Warning Observe the following warnings when installing. R Use on a DC 12 V grounded vehicle. This system can only be used on a DC 12 V grounded vehicle. It cannot be used in DC 24 V and other battery system (large trucks, diesel vehicles for use in cold regions, etc.). Use on such vehicles would cause fire and breakdown. R Disconnect the battery terminal during performing any wiring or installation work.
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.
Troubleshooting If you suspect something wrong Check and take steps as described below. If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it is recommended to take the unit to your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Centre. The product should be serviced only by qualified personnel. Please refer checking and repair to professionals. Panasonic shall not be liable for any accidents arising out of neglect of checking the unit or your own repair after your checking.
Product servicing If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the problem, we recommend that you take it to your nearest authorized Panasonic Service Centre. The product should be serviced only by a qualified technician. Replacing the Fuse Use fuses of the same specified rating (1 A). Using different substitutes or fuses with higher rating, or connecting the product directly without a fuse, could cause fire or damage to this unit.
Check the contents Consult your dealer if any item is missing. O Figures in ( ) are quantities.
Cord routing (example) O O Route the camera cord so that it does not allow rainwater etc. to penetrate. Allow enough slack in the cord so that it is not pulled when the door is opened and closed. Hatchback or Van type Cord clamp Route the cord above the back door (outside). Fasten with cord clamps at key points, then bring the cord in where the clearance from the edge of the door is wider. Harness cover Tie band Tie to the harness cover. Do not route the cord under the back door (inside).
Saloon type Cord clamp Boot lid Rear view camera Rubber gasket View with boot lid closed Rubber water seal (Attached to rear view camera.) Rubber water seal (Attached to rear view camera.) Rubber gasket Attach the rubber water seal so that it is parallel with the rubber gasket when the boot is closed. Note: Open and close the back door or boot lid slowly to check that the camera cord is not pinched or abraded by the door/lid.
Mounting procedure Rear view camera Before mounting Wipe away all oil and dirt etc. from the mounting surface. Make connections and placement tentatively at first, to check positions. Repeated affixing weakens the adhesive. O The screw holes to use, and the possible angle adjustment, vary according to the mounting position. Adjust the angle and check that the required field of view is visible. (It is not possible to re-affix components.
Rear view camera control unit Before mounting Wipe away all oil and dirt etc. from the mounting surface. Mounting on carpet etc. Rear view camera control unit Velcro tape Mounting on hard surfaces (floor etc.) Rear view camera control unit Double-sided tape Note: Do not mount the control unit in the following locations, which could cause breakdowns.
Wiring procedure Make connections and set and operate acco When connected to a Panasonic Car Monitor etc., the image from the camera is automatically displayed in the screen when the shift lever is moved to reverse (R). O For some combinations of vehicle type and device, additional cords (option) may be required, or connection may not be possible. Consult your dealer or service centre. O For connection with products from other companies, consult the manufacturer of each device.
ording to the installation instructions for the connected devices. Connection to a Car Monitor (example) Connect to the wire of the reverse lamp (lamp with a transparent lens, which lights for reversing) which lights when the vehicle shift lever is moved to reverse (R).
Connection to a Car Monitor from another company (example) Connect to the wire of the reverse lamp (lamp with a transparent lens, which lights for reversing) which lights when the vehicle shift lever is moved to reverse (R).
Attach the camera bracket to a glass or painted surface on the vehicle body. Form the camera bracket to fit the form of the mounting surface. (Do not remove the backing paper) Peel the backing paper and press the camera bracket firmly onto the surface. O O Camera bracket Do not touch the bonding surface with your hands. Do not re-attach the adhesive. Mount the camera body onto the camera bracket.
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