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INSTALLA
TION
MOUNTING LOCATIONS
Engine Compartment
Never mount this unit in the engine compartment. Mounting the unit in the engine compartment will void your
warranty.
Trunk Mounting
The recommended orientation would be on the floor, as this would provide the best possible range for the
Bluetooth controller.The device may be mounted in any other orientation as long as Bluetooth range is
maintained. Each vehicle is made of different materials and this may inhibit the Bluetooth range as well.The less
metal between the device and controller, the better the signal strength will be.
Passenger Compartment Mounting
This would be the ideal location for the device, as this would provide the optimal Bluetooth range.
WIRING THE SYSTEM
CAUTION: If you do not feel comfortable with wiring your new unit, please see your local
Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for installation.
CAUTION: Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent damage
to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
CAUTION: Avoid running power wires near the low level input cables, antenna, power leads,
sensitive equipment or harnesses.The power wires carry substantial current and
could induce noise into the audio system.
Power Connection
1. Plan the wire routing. Keep RCA cables close together but isolated from power cables and any high power
auto accessories, especially electric motors.This is done to prevent coupling the noise from radiated
electrical fields into the audio signal.When feeding the wires through the firewall or any metal barrier,
protect them with plastic or rubber grommets to prevent short circuits. Leave the wires long at this point to
adjust for a precise fit at a later time.
2. Prepare the RED wire (power cable) for attachment to the
power connector by stripping 1/4" (6.4mm) of insulation from
the end of the wire. Insert the bared wire into the B+ terminal
and tighten the setscrew to secure the cable in place.
3. Connect the RED (B+) wire to a constant 12 volt DC source.
NOTE: If you are connecting directly to the battery, ensure the wire
is equipped with a fuse. See specifications for fuse rating.
4. Prepare the BLACK wire (ground cable) for attachment to
the power connector by stripping 1/4" (6.4mm) of insulation
from the end of the wire. Insert the bare wire into the GND
terminal and tighten the setscrew to secure the cable in place.
Prepare the chassis ground by scraping any paint from the metal
surface and thoroughly clean the area of all dirt and grease. Strip
the other end of the wire and attach a ring connector. Fasten the
cable to the chassis using a non-anodized screw and a star washer.
NOTE: Keep the length of the BLACK wire (Ground) as short as possible.
NOTE: The REM connection can be used as either an input (turning on and off the 3Sixty unit) or as an output
(used to turn on or off an amplifier or other accessory). If the source unit provides a remote turn on, it
is recommended that the REM be used as an input. If a remote lead is not available, the 3Sixty will turn
on and off via signal sense circuitry.
