
parts.
* The
t
ransceiver is not directly in front of heating vents,
* All wires and cables can reach their connection points.
Caut
i
on
:
If you the transceiver in a vehicle, mount it securely to
avoid damage to the transceiver or vehicle or injury
t
o anyone in the
vehicle during sudden starts or stops.
Follow these stops to mount the transceiver using
t
he supplied
hardware.
1. Using the moun
t
ing bracket as a template, mark the posi
t
ions for the
screw holes on the mounting surface
2. In each marked location, drill a hole
slightly
smaller
than
the
supplied
mounting screws.
Caution
:
Be careful not to drill into
objects behind the mounting surface.
3. Using a Philips screwdriver, attach the
mounting bracket to
t
he mounting surface
with the supplied mounting screws and
flat washers.
4. At
t
ach the transceiver to the mounting
bracket using
t
he supplied rubber
washers and mounting knobs.
CONNECTING AN ANTENNA
There are many different types of
transceiver antennas for mobile transce-
ivers. Each antenna type has its own
benefits, so choose the one that best meets
your needs.
Note
:
If you are using this transceiver as a base s
t
ation, see "Using
the Transceiver as a Base Station".
When you choose an antenna, keep in mind tha
t
for the best performance you should mount the
antenna:
* As high as possible on the vehicle
* As far as possible from sources of electrical
noise
* Vertically
Once you choose an antenna, follow its
mounting instruc
t
ions. Then route the
cable to the transceiver and connect the
cable to the ANT jack on the back of the
transceiver,
Cautions
:
* Avoid routing the cable next to sharp edges or moving parts, which
might damage the cable.
* Do not run the cable next to power cables or other radio antenna
cables.
* Do not run the cable
t
hrough the engine compartment or other areas
that produce extreme heat.
To achieve your radio's maximum range, the antenna's Standing Wave
Rubber Washers