Motorcycle Installation
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Motorcycle Installation
General
The motorcycle installation is engineered and tested by Motorola as a functional unit and
as such provides a reliable unit suitable for the motorcycle environment and operational via
the included fist microphone and speaker. Some users may however require operation via
existing helmet headset/microphone -combinations and PTT. Therefore in the following
installation examples appropriate interface points are indicated. Please note that it is the
responsibility of the installing party to ensure that the inclusion of such accessories is not
in breach of applicable safety specifications.
The product warranty is void if defects are found to be caused by incompatible accessories,
e.g microphone or helmet earpiece/microphone
.
The Motorcycle installation is a modified version of the remote mount installation.
In the motorcycle mount version of the MTM300, the radio unit (transceiver) is mounted
at the back of the motorcycle and the control head is mounted at the front on the fuel tank
or the handlebars. A data junction box interfaces the control head and the transceiver
through a pair of cables.
The data junction box enables adding a laptop to the remote configuration.
Planning is the key to fast, easy radio installation. Before a hole is drilled or a wire is run,
inspect the vehicle and determine how and where you intend to mount the antenna, radio,
and accessories. Plan wire and cable runs to provide maximum protection from pinching,
crushing, and overheating.
The installation planning should only be undertaken by persons who are competent and
able to ensure that the complete installation fulfils its regulatory requirements, such as
EMC (ElectroMagnetic Compatibility).
To connect the MTM300, proceed as explained in the following paragraphs while referring
to Figure 39.
Installation Planning
The following list of considerations should, as a minimum, be checked during installation
planning:
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The recommended place for the transceiver is to place it in the box at the back of the
motorcycle.
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Mount the control head horizontally at a position which enables the driver to view the
controls and operate them easily.
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Be sure the control head is close enough to the vehicle operator to permit easy access
to operating controls.
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It is recommended to mount the control head directly on the chassis or handle part.
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Ensure that the units mounted in the motorcycle box are protected from dirt and
moisture.
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