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4. Power Cable
The C98-20PW is a 20-foot cable used to provide power to the M-RIM. It has a connector on one end
and is unterminated on the other end. It is important to choose a power “pick
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off” point that can provide at
least two amperes of current at a voltage between 11-30VDC. Direct connection to a 2-Amp fuse/circuit-
breaker is preferred.
Parts/Tools Required
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C98-20PW Power Cable (40892G-02)
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Includes David Clark 2-Amp Fuse kit (40688G-47)
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Power pick-off point (circuit breaker/Fuse box, 11-30VDC)
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Soldering iron/Solder
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Wire terminals
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Wire cutters/ Wire strippers
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Tape Measure
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Wire ties
Figure 6: C98-20PW Cable with 40688G-47 2-Amp Fuse kit
Procedure
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Determine the location of a 2-Amp circuit breaker to be used and how to connect to it (solder,
screw terminals, lugs, etc).
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If only a higher-amperage circuit breaker is available, it may be used, but the David Clark 2-Amp
Fuse Kit must also be used.
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Determine the location of the 11-30VDC and Ground pick-off points.
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Determine the path of the cable between the power source and the M-RIM. The cable should be
routed using under-deck conduits and be as far as possible from radio antenna coax cables and
anywhere water may collect.
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Measure the length of cable necessary, adding 3 ft as a service loop.
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If necessary, trim the length of the cable to the length you just determined in the previous step.
Be sure to trim the UN-PREPARED end of the cable.
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Route the cable. Use wire ties where necessary.
