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2001 NEW
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CONNECTION AND INSTALLATION
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Antenna
Most stations operate with a whip or long wire (insu-
lated back stay) antenna. However, these antennas
cannot be connected directly to the transceiver since
their impedance may not match with the transceiver
antenna connector.
R
DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE!
NEVER
touch the antenna element/wire while tun-
ing or transmitting.
q
Attach the Cooling fan to the transceiver’s heat-
sink, and tighten the 4 supplied M3
×
8 mm screws.
w
Secure the connector and cables using the sup-
plied cable tie.
D
AT-140
automatic
antenna
tuner
See page 50.
D
Non-Icom tuner
Some non-Icom tuners may be used with the IC-
F8100. Please consult your dealer if you wish to use
one.
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CFU-F8100 (Optional Cooling Fan)
For Users in California (U.S.A.)
This CR-1632 Lithium Battery contains Perchlorate
Material—special handling may apply.
See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate