Volks, I'm putting a new stereo system in Mudskipper. Thanks to my multimeter, and a new box of 15 amp fuses (doh!), I've located the battery lead, but it appears to be always hot. The head unit I've purchased (Pioneer DEH-P4400) has two power inputs: one for the "terminal always supplied with power regardless of ignition position" and one for the "terminal controlled by the ignition switch." I figured, hey European cars are always wired hot, there is no "accessory" ignition position, but the DEH-P4400 manual cautions thusly: "the red lead should be connected to a terminal coupled with ignition ON/OFF operations. If this is not done, the vehicle battery may be drained when you are away from the vehicle . . ." Does this mysterious lead ring any bells? The Bentley diagram is a little confusing. Many thanks, d. 1990 GL -- "Mudskipper" |
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