2 VHF installation
2.1 Location requirements
Please check these
before
doing any cutting or drilling.
Whichever installation method you choose, ensure that the chosen location:
•
Is at least 3’ (1 m) from the antenna
•
Allows easy connection to (at least) a 10 Amp fused 13.6 V DC electrical source and the
antenna
•
Is at least 1.5’ (45 cm) from the compass to avoid creating magnetic deviation of the
compass during radio operation
•
Has a suitable space close by for installing the microphone bulkhead mount
•
Provides easy access to the controls on the front panel
•
Provides reasonable access to the wiring at the back of the radio
•
Provides enough room to fix the DSC warning label.
2.2 LCD viewing angle
The VHF has a large LCD screen with an
optimum viewing angle of approx. +/-20 deg.
Ensure the chosen location provides a suitable
view of the display. Ideally, the user should be
directly in front of the display or no more than
+/-20 deg from the front of the display.
Note:
If unsure, temporarily power up the
radio and check for a suitable location.
2.3 Choose an installation type
There are two ways to install the radio. You can choose:
• Deck or overhead mounting bracket installation.
The reversible mounting gimbal is fixed
to a suitable site and the radio is placed into it. The radio can be removed for storage and
the viewing angle can be adjusted.
• In dash or recessed installation.
The radio is recessed into a cavity cut into a bulkhead.
The radio fixture is permanent and the viewing angle cannot be adjusted.
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