Rugged Radios M1-V, User Manual

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COAX CABLE
ANTENNA
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INSTALLING THE ANTENNA
For the best range in VHF applications, only the Rugged Radios VHF-1/2W-SPR antenna
should be used. Specific installation requirements vary between vehicles. Use the following
guidelines to install the antenna. Where you locate your antenna does make a difference!
For vehicle-mounting, the best place for an antenna is the center of a metal roof. Note that
If your specific vehicle configuration, accessories, or intended use do not allow this, radio
range may decrease.
Important: Mount antenna up high and do not coil-up excess cable.
1. Mount the antenna as high on the vehicle as possible. The higher the better.
2. If possible, mount the antenna in the center of a metal roof
3. Be sure the mounting location is clean and dry before installing the antenna.
4. Route the antenna cable through an accessible entry point, such as a door or trunk
opening.
5. When routing the antenna cable inside the vehicle, keep the cable away from noise
sources, such as the ignition system, gauges, etc.
6. Exercise care to prevent cable damage. Make use of existing gaskets, grommets and
weather stripping to protect the cable along its route.