Panasonic Rear View Camera Cy Rc50u Operating Instructions

							   Universal Rear-View Camera
 Model
CY-RC50KU
Operating Instructions
O   Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty” and “Customer 
Services Directory”) carefully before using this product and keep this manual for 
future reference.
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  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.
 This pictograph alerts you 
to the presence of important 
operating instructions. 
Failure to heed the 
instructions may result in 
severe injury or death.
 Warning
 This pictograph alerts you 
to the presence of important 
operating instructions. Failure 
to heed the instructions may 
result in injury or material 
damage.
 Caution
 Observe the following warnings 
when using this unit.
R  Always reverse slowly, checking for safety 
with your own eyes.
   The camera image is perceived differently from 
the actual distance. The fi eld of view which can 
be displayed is also limited. Reverse slowly, 
checking safety by eye, rather than relying on 
the screen. Reversing without checking safety 
can cause collisions with people and objects.
R  Always use a fuse of the specifi ed capacity. 
Ask a specialist engineer to replace the fuse.
   If the fuse used exceeds the specifi ed capacity, 
it can cause fi re, smoke, ignition and other 
breakdowns. Consult your dealer or service 
center to request fuse replacement or repair.
R  Do not continue using the system when it has 
broken down or malfunctioned.
   If there is a breakdown (no image, no sound, 
etc.) or malfunctions (a foreign object inside, 
water on the components, smoke comes out, 
abnormal noise or odor, etc.), immediately 
stop using it, then consult your dealer or 
service center. Continued use in that state 
could cause fi re, electric shock or accident.
  Warning
R
  This manual uses pictographs to show you 
how to use the product safely and to alert 
you to potential dangers resulting from 
improper connections and operations. 
The meanings of the pictographs are 
explained below. It is important that you 
fully understand the meanings of the 
pictographs in order to use this manual 
and the system properly.
Safety information 
						

							 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. Water 
entering inside the camera can result in a fi re, 
electric shock or breakdown.
 Observe the following cautions 
when installing.
R  Do not damage cords.
   Do not damage, pull, bend, twist or modify 
cords, place heavy objects on them, or place 
them near hot equipment or in contact with 
hot parts of the vehicle. Breaking or shorting 
cords could cause fi re, electric shock, or 
accidents.
O   Route cords so that they cannot be pinched 
by the body of the vehicle, screws or 
moving parts (seat rails etc.).
O   Do not press cords with the point of a 
screwdriver or similar implement.
  Caution
R  Do not damage the rear view camera cord.
   Water and moisture can move along the cord 
from the damaged area and enter the camera, 
causing fi re, electric shock and breakdown.
R  Route the rear view camera cord inside 
the vehicle, so that water cannot penetrate 
them.
   If water enters the vehicle during rain or car 
washing, it could cause fi re or electric shock.
R  Order wiring, mounting and dismounting 
work from a specialist engineer.
   Wiring, mounting and dismounting work 
requires specialist skills and experience. For 
safety, ask your dealer to perform such work. 
In the case that this system is installed in a 
vehicle with a drive computer or a navigation 
system, improper removal of the battery may 
result in erasure of system’s memory.
R  Only use the accessories provided and the 
parts specifi ed.
   Use of non-specifi ed parts can cause internal 
damage to the equipment, and insecure 
mounting could allow it to fall off, causing 
accident, breakdown and fi re.
R  Mount the equipment securely, so that it 
cannot come off and fall.
   Wipe the mounting area clean of dirt, wax 
etc., then fasten the camera securely in place. 
Re-affi xing adhesive parts or use of general-
purpose double-sided tape could cause weak 
bonding that would allow the equipment to 
drop off while the vehicle is in motion, causing 
accident or injury. Check the state of bonding 
or mounting (loose screws etc.) occasionally. 
						

							 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 Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by 
qualifi ed 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. 
 Never take measures especially those other than indicated by italic letters in “Possible 
solution” described below because those are too dangerous for users to handle 
themselves.
  Warning 
O   Do not use the unit in an irregular condition, for example, without sound, or with smoke 
or a foul smell, which can cause ignition or electric shock. Immediately stop using the 
unit and consult your dealer. 
O   Never try to repair the unit by yourself because it is dangerous to do so. 
ProblemPossible cause° Possible solution
 No image from the 
camera.
O   Incorrect settings or connection.
°Check settings and cord connections.O   The fuse for the system, or for equipment connected to it, has 
blown.
°Consult a Panasonic Servicenter.
 Image is unclear.
O   Is there dust or dirt on the camera?
°  Wipe the lens clean.
 White lines (vertical 
lines of light) on the 
screen.
O   If the camera is viewing the sun directly, or a strong light 
(refl ection from a fender, a headlight beam etc.) shines into it, 
bright vertical lines can appear above and below the light source. 
(Smearing)
°  This is not a breakdown.
 Noise on the 
screen.
O   When the area viewed by the camera is lit by fl uorescent light or 
a similar light source, noise can appear on the screen. (Flickering)
°  This is not a breakdown.
 Screen display is 
hard to see.
O   The screen display may become hard to see when it shows a 
dark area, or an image that is bright in a small area, or when the 
camera is hot.
°  This is not a breakdown.
Troubleshooting 
						

							CANADA
WARRANTY SERVICE
FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please 
contact:
Our Customer Care Centre: 
Telephone #: (905) 624-5505
1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505
Fax #: (905) 238-2360
Email link:  “Contact Us” on www.panasonic.ca 
FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest 
Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca: 
Link : “Servicentres™ locator” under “Customer 
support”
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE 
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately 
insured and preferably in the original carton. 
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of 
date of original purchase.
U.S.A.
Obtain Product Information and Operating 
Assistance;
locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase 
Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service 
and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: 
http://www.panasonic.com/support
or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262), 
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 
am-7 pm, EST. 
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, 
TTY : 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases:
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books 
online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our 
Web Site at: 
http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to:
[email protected]
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax 
Only)
(Monday-Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Services Company 
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, 
American Express, and Personal Checks)
Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Panasonic Sales Company
Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel 
Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787) 750-4300, Fax (787) 768-2910For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, 
TTY : 1-866-605-1277
  Customer services directory 
						

							© 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.comPanasonic Sales Company,
Division of Panasonic Puerto 
Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
http://www.panasonic.comPanasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive,
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
http://www.panasonic.ca  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 ....................................................................  Color CCD, solid-state, 6.35 mm {
1/4"}
 Effective pixels ........................................................................................  Approx. 250 000 pixels
 Lens .......................................................................  Wide angle, focal length f=1.94 mm, F 1:2.8
 Angular  fi eld of view ..................................................................  Horizontal: 134°, Vertical: 103°
 S/N ratio .................................................................  46 dB or more (at recommended light level)
 Horizontal resolution ..............................................................................  330 TV lines (at center)
 Brightness range ............................................................................... Approx. 1.5 lx – 100 000 lx
 Image  output .........................................................................................................  1  Vp-p  (75Ω)
 Dimensions (W x H x D)
O   Rear view camera ............................................. 23 mm x 21 mm x 20 mm {15/16" x 7/8" x 13/16"}
  (cord length 4 m, not including projections on the rear)
O   Rear view camera control unit .......................  76 mm x 27 mm x 40 mm {3" x 1 1/16" x 1 9/16"}
 Weight
O   Rear view camera ...................................................  Approx. 90 g {3.2 oz.} (including cord)O   Rear view camera control unit .........................................................  Approx. 110 g{3.9oz.}
 Note:
O  Specifi cations and the design are subject to modifi cation without notice due to 
improvements in technology.
O   Some fi gures and illustrations on this manual may be different from your product.
  Printed in Japan  YEFM285995  F0207-0
Specifi cations 
						

							 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 fi re and breakdown.
R  Disconnect the battery 
 terminal during 
performing any wiring or installation work.
   Wiring or installation work with the battery 
terminal connected could cause electric shock 
and injury from shorting.
R  This system should be installed in a way so 
that operation of vehicle protective devices 
such as an air bag is not hindered.
   Should this system be installed in a vehicle 
with a protective device such as an air bag 
or an anti-theft system, check with the car 
manufacturer about operational cautions 
prior to attempting installation and perform 
the installation in a safe and proper manner. 
Improper removal of the battery may result in 
a malfunction of a device or possibly death.
R  Never use the security parts of the vehicle 
for mounting or grounding the system.
   Use of the bolts or nuts of security parts 
(steering, brake systems, fuel tank etc.) can 
cause brake failure, fi re, or other accidents.
R  Check positions of pipes, tanks, electric 
wirings in the vehicle when mounting.
   Never interfere with or touch pipes, tanks, 
or electric wirings when opening holes in 
the vehicle body for installation. Apply rust 
prevention and waterproofi ng treatments to 
the processed area, as rust or water leakage 
may result in a fi re, an electric shock, or other 
accident.
R  Route cords so that they do not get in the 
way of occupants driving or getting into or 
out of the vehicle.
   Route cords so that they do not tangle with the 
steering wheel, shift lever, brake pedals, feet 
etc., and bundle and fasten them appropriately. 
Poorly arranged cords can cause accident and 
injury.
R  Wire and mount the system as instructed.
   Fire or accident could result if wiring and 
mounting do not properly follow the operating 
instructions.
R  Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or 
modify the system.
   Never attempt to disassemble, repair or modify 
the system, or to remove cord insulation to 
take power supply from other devices. Fire, 
electric shock or accident could result. 
R  After mounting and wiring the system, check 
that all vehicle systems function normally.
   If any vehicle equipment (brakes, lights, horn, 
hazard and indicator lights etc.) does not work 
normally, fi re, electric shock or accident could 
result.
R  Keep screws and other small components 
away from small children.
   There is a risk that they could swallow 
small components. Seek immediate medical 
attention if that happens.
  Warning 
						

							 Carefully read the instruction manuals for the connected devices (Car 
Monitor etc.).
 Before reversing, always check behind you by eye.
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.
O   It is intended to augment the driver’s fi eld of vision behind the vehicle. It is not able to view 
all hazards and obstacles.
O   It uses a wide-angle lens, which makes close areas appear wider and further areas narrower. 
This may cause perceived distances to differ from actual distances.
 This product can be connected to a monitor etc. with RCA-type video inputs. When the 
shift lever is in reverse (R), the linkage function (camera interrupt display) and scaled 
display correspond to the connected display device, so we are unable to guarantee normal 
operation.
 Check the mounting of the system components regularly
O   Check that there are no loose screws, and that the camera bracket is not detached.O   Check that the rubber water seals where the cord enters the vehicle are parallel to the rubber 
gasket where they are in contact.
 Do not display a direct view of the sun for long periods
O   A burned image could remain on the screen.
 Do not use a cellular telephone or wireless equipment close 
to the system
O   Screen noise and malfunctions could result.
You are advised to use cellular telephone or wireless equipment away from this system.
Disclaimers
O   Any repairs to breakdowns or damage caused by fi re, earthquake, third-party action, other 
accident, actions of the user, whether by accident or design, incorrect operation or usage 
under other abnormal conditions will, as a rule, require payment of repair fees.
O   Not guaranteed when equipped in a commercial-use vehicle (buses, trucks, taxis, goods 
vehicles etc.).
Notes on use 
						

							 Pesticide  Alcohol
 Thinner
 Benzine Wax
 Caution on cleaning
O   Do not wipe with volatile chemicals, such as alcohol, benzine, thinners and gasoline. These 
can cause deformation, deterioration and breakage.
O   Do not wipe with cleaners that contain abrasive particles, as they leave scratches.O   If the lens is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, moist cloth. Wiping strongly with a dry cloth 
will damage the lens.
 Product  servicing
 If the suggestions in the charts do not solve the problem, we recommend that you take it to 
your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by a 
qualifi ed technician.
 Replacing the Fuse
 Use fuses of the same specifi ed rating (1 A). Using different substitutes or fuses with higher 
rating, or connecting the product directly without a fuse, could cause fi re or damage to this 
unit.
 If the replacement of the fuse fails, consult your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter 
for service.
Maintenance 
						

							U.S.A.
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, 
DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,
DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.
Ave. 65 de infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
PANASONIC AUTO PRODUCTS
LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE
If your product does not work properly because of defects in materials and 
workmanship.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company 
(collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period 
indicated in the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase 
(“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or 
refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or refurbished product. The 
decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
Categories Parts Labor
Audio Components (except items listed below) One (1) Year One (1) Year
MXE Series Audio Components (except items listed below) Two (2) Years Two (2) Years
Speakers
Defective Car Audio Speakers under warranty must be 
exchanged at the place of purchase. Contact your Dealer 
for details.One (1) Year Not Applicable
Accessories (in exchange for defective items) Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable
During the “Labor” warranty period, there will be no charge for labor. During 
the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry in 
or mail in your product prepaid during the warranty period. If nonrechargeable 
batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to 
products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This 
warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was 
not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date 
is required for warranty service.
CARRY-IN OR MAIL-IN SERVICE
For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States, call 1-800-211-PANA (7262) 
or visit 
Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com 
For assistance in Puerto Rico, call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750- 4300 
or fax (787)-768-2910.
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials and 
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic 
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred 
during shipment, failures which are caused by products not supplied by the 
warrantor, failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug 
infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-
up adjustment, maladjustment of consumer control, improper maintenance, 
improper antenna, inadequate signal reception or pickup, power line surge, 
improper voltage supply, lightning, modifi cation, commercial use (such as 
use in hotels, offi ces, restaurants, or other business uses) or rental use of 
the product, or service by anyone other than the technician from Factory 
Servicenter or other authorized service centers, or damage that is attributable to 
acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER 
“LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR 
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF 
THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As 
examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, travel to and from the sevicer, and loss 
of media, data or other memory contents. The items listed are not exclusive, 
but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, 
INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE 
PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, 
so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you may also have other rights 
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during 
or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the 
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to warrantor’s Consumer 
Affairs Department at the addresses of the warrantor. 
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED 
WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Customer’s Record
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No.
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No.
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No.
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No.
Dealer’s
Address
Date of
Purchase
CANADA
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials 
and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated 
below from the date of original purchase. 
CAR AUDIO PRODUCT – ONE (1) YEAR, PARTS AND LABOUR
(The labour to install or remove the product is not warranted) 
ACCESSOIRES - NINETY (90) DAYS, (IN EXCHANGE FOR DEFECTIVE ITEMS)
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any 
product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which 
the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, 
or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or 
detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used 
commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this 
warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase 
receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required before warranty 
service is performed. 
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER 
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED 
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR 
PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, 
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation 
of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, 
so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.
Limited warranty