Sony XAV-AX4000 Operating Instructions - Page 12

Installing the microphone To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you need to install the microphone .  Clip (not supplied)    1 Decide the installation location on the dashboard, then clean the attachment surface. Choose a flat surface where:  the GPS antenna (aerial)  can be positioned horizontally.  operation of the passenger-side airbag is not impeded.  GPS satellite reception is not blocked by anything inside the car or the windshield (windscreen) wipers. 2 Remove the tape of the metal plate , then attach it on the dashboard. 3 Remove the tape of the GPS antenna (aerial) , then attach it on the metal plate .   Cautions • It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes wound around the steering column or gearstick. Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering with your driving operations. • If airbags or any other shock-absorbing equipment are in your car, contact the store where you purchased this unit or the car dealer before installation. Notes • When mounting on the dashboard, remove the visor clip carefully from the microphone , then attach the flatmount base  to the microphone . • Before attaching the double-sided tape , clean the surface of the dashboard with a dry cloth. A Installing the GPS antenna (aerial) • Choose a location where no obstacle blocks GPS satellite reception so as to achieve the best reception. • Make sure the GPS antenna (aerial)  does not interfere with the operation of car equipment. • Some types of front windshields (windscreens) block GPS satellite radio waves. Make sure the signal reception is not blocked. • When using Apple CarPlay with a wireless connection, make sure the GPS antenna (aerial)  is connected. Cautions • It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes wound around the steering column or gearstick. Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering with your driving operations. • If airbags or any other shock-absorbing equipment are in your car, contact the store where you purchased this unit or the car dealer before installation. Notes • Be sure to use the metal plate , otherwise signal reception may be poor. • Do not install the GPS antenna (aerial)  close to other electrical equipment, otherwise signal reception may be unstable. • If the surface of the metal plate  is cold, the tape may not stick firmly. Warm up its surface with a hair dryer, etc., before applying the tape. • If there is no flat surface on which to install the GPS antenna (aerial) , bend the metal plate  to fit a curved surface before installing. 12GB