HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Be certain to follow standard anti-static procedures when handling any of Midian’s products.
Tait Orca Portables:
Disassembling the Radio:
Reference the Tait Orca Service Manual for instructions on disassembly of the radio. Use extreme care when
disassembling the radio.
Installing the Scrambler:
Flex Installed:
Make certain R5 and R6 are removed from the flex. The scrambler plugs onto the flex pads
labeled TS1. Lift the latch on the scrambler and plug the scrambler into the flex. Make certain the flex is inserted
evenly into the connector. Close the latch.
Remove R5 & R6
Program Out
Right Pad
Program In
Flex Not Installed:
If the flex is not installed, please reference the Service Manual for Tait Encryption for
installation of the flex. Make certain R5 and R6 are removed from the flex. The scrambler plugs onto the flex
pads labeled TS1. Lift the latch on the scrambler and plug the scrambler into the flex. Make certain the flex is
inserted evenly into the connector. Close the latch.
Reassembling the Radio:
1. If programming the scrambler using the KL-3, proceed to the programming section. Reference the Tait Orca
Service Manual for instructions on assembly of the radio. Use extreme care when assembling the radio.
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