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MM-010019-001, Rev. B 

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9.2 CONTROL 

HEAD 

MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 

9.2.1 

Selecting the Mounting Location 

When selecting a location for the CH-721 control head, first observe the safety and operator-convenience 
related information presented in Section 5.1 on page 20.  Also always consider and include clearance for 
the microphone’s connector that must mate to the mic connector on the front panel of the head, and 
clearance for the connectors/cables that must mate to the connectors on the rear panel of the head. The 
CH-721 control head can be mounted under or on top of a mounting surface (typically the vehicle’s dash) 
as space permits using either the standard U-shaped mounting bracket or the optional mounting pedestal. 

 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 

Figure 9-4:  Standard U-Shaped Control Head Mounting Bracket (Kit Part Number KT-008608) 

 

 

 

 

Figure 9-5:  Optional Control Head Mounting Pedestal (Part Number MACDOS0012) 

 

Mounting Bracket

 (Shown 

positioned above control head)

 

Control Head Mounting 
Pedestal MACDOS0012 

(Pedestal can be attached to the 
bottom of the head (as shown) or it 
can be attached to the top of the 
head.)

 

Bracket shown 
attached to a CH-721 
System model 
control head

 (Head is 

not included with 
Mounting Bracket Kit

 

Pedestal shown 
attached to a CH-721 
Scan model control 
head

 (Head is not 

included with Mounting 
Pedestal 

Socket-Head Cap (Allen) Screw, Lockwasher and Flat 
Washer; 2 places each side 

(Included with kit)

 

#8-32 Pan-Head Screw; 4

places 

(Included with

Mounting Pedestal)

For a “hanging” control head
installation, the pedestal can
be attached to the top of the
head via threaded holes in
the top of the head’s case.
This figure shows the
pedestal attached to the
bottom of the control head via
threaded holes in the bottom
of the case. 

Summary of Contents for M/A-COM M7200 Series

Page 1: ...Installation and Product Safety Manual MM 010019 001 Rev B Aug 07 M A COM 700 and 800 MHz M7200 Mobile Radio Trunk Mount Full Duplex Dual Band Mobile Radio with CH 721 Scan and System Control Heads...

Page 2: ...protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc The user of this technology is explicitly prohibited from attempting to deco...

Page 3: ...CEIVER 12 2 3 REGULATORY 13 3 INTRODUCTION 14 3 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 14 3 2 RELATED DOCUMENTS 16 3 3 CONTACTING M A COM FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 16 4 UNPACKING AND CHECKING THE EQUIPMENT 17 4 1 MATER...

Page 4: ...ATION 42 9 4 1 Install DC Power Cable and Make Power and Ground Connections 42 9 4 2 Connect DC Power Cable s White Wire 43 10 DATA ONLY RADIO CONNECTIONS 47 11 MICROPHONE ATTACHMENT 48 12 SPEAKER INS...

Page 5: ...nstallation 41 Figure 9 7 Typical CAN Link Connections for a Multi Control Head Installation 41 Figure 9 8 Connection of White Ignition Sense Wire Using Vehicle Fuse and T Tap Kit 44 Figure 9 9 Attach...

Page 6: ...m performance or clarify a process or procedure 1 2 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS Before using the mobile two way radio read this important...

Page 7: ...ure product label Also this Installation and Product Safety Manual and the applicable Operator s Manual include information and operating instructions required to control RF exposure and to satisfy co...

Page 8: ...C RF exposure limits to be exceeded 1 3 2 Approved Accessories The radio has been tested and meets FCC RF guidelines when used with M A COM accessories supplied or designated for use with it Use of ot...

Page 9: ...le and enlist his aid in determining if such electronic circuits perform normally when the radio is transmitting Electric Blasting Caps To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps DO NO...

Page 10: ...in a smoothly functioning radio network When using a two way radio remember these rules It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt any distress or emergency message The radio operates in much the sa...

Page 11: ...TING TIPS The following conditions tend to reduce the effective range of two way radios and should be avoided whenever possible Operating the radio in areas of low terrain or while under power lines o...

Page 12: ...ker audio output power includes control head Transmit 8 amps maximum 6 amps typical at 15 watts transmit RF output power includes control head Quiescent Off Current Mobile Radio 100 microamps maximum...

Page 13: ...odes ACPR Mask P25 Mode TIA 102 Method 67 dBc minimum OCF OTP and EDACS Modes FCC Mask G and H compliant for 800 MHz channels per FCC Part 90 543 for 700 MHz channels Audio Frequency Response 300 to 3...

Page 14: ...le for use with the radio as listed in Table 1 1 and Table 4 2 The radio is designed for remote mounting in a motor vehicle s trunk or some other preferably unoccupied section in a vehicle such as a f...

Page 15: ...ransmission and 851 to 869 MHz mobile reception bands The radio has a built in Global Positioning System GPS tracking receiver GPS provides quick and accurate unit location information to dispatchers...

Page 16: ...l be null and void if this product is installed or serviced improperly and M A COM shall have no further obligation to the buyer for any damage caused to the product or to any person or personal prope...

Page 17: ...y be purchased separately as needed Table 4 1 lists the parts included in the kit Table 4 2 lists part numbers for radio options and accessories Table 4 3 lists the parts included in Control Head Inst...

Page 18: ...Bd Gain Rooftop Mount AN 025167 015 Catalog No MAMV NAN5V Antenna Combo GPS 700 800 MHz 5 dBd Gain Rooftop Mount AN 025187 001 Catalog No MAMV NAN5F Antenna GPS Roof Mount MAMROS0055 TIA EIA 232 Seria...

Page 19: ...catalog numbers MAMV MC7Z and MAMV NMC9D MAMROS0075 N1210 Cable DC Power 12 AWG 10 Foot Straight Connector MAMROS0075 N1220 Cable DC Power 12 AWG 20 Foot Straight Connector MAMROS0075 R1210 Cable DC P...

Page 20: ...TION A professional radio installer should perform the installation 5 2 TOOLS REQUIRED The following tools are recommended to complete the installation Where specific vendor names and model part numbe...

Page 21: ...DC POWER CABLE LOOPED NEAR FUSE BOX GPS ANTENNA IN LINE FUSE HOLDER AND FUSE 30 AMP TO CONTROL HEAD DC POWER RED WIRE 5 AMP FUSE DETAIL A RED 15A BLACK BLACK WIRE OF FUSE KIT CHASSIS GROUND WHITE WIR...

Page 22: ...Cables Figure 5 2 Mobile Radio Unit Front and Rear Views I O Cable s DB 44 Connector DC Power Cable s 3 Pin Connector GPS Antenna Cable s SMA Connector Antenna Cable s TNC Connector CAN Port Connector...

Page 23: ...to mounting hardware etc Verify sufficient clearance behind the units is provided so cables will not be stressed crushed twisted or bent at severe angles Also the front and sides must have clearance...

Page 24: ...ck steel sheet metal Mounting to plastic or other material with low tensile and shear strength could lead to an unsafe and or failed mounting condition turning the radio and its base bracket into a pr...

Page 25: ...ommended 1 Using the Base Bracket Item 1 as a template and or the dimensional information shown in Figure 6 1 mark and drill mounting holes into the mounting surface as required At least six 6 screws...

Page 26: ...ording to this procedure 1 Attach the radio into the Base Bracket using three 8 32 pan head screws Item 5 in Table 4 1 per side Tighten all six screws with a screwdriver until the lock washer on the s...

Page 27: ...7 1 shows the recommended locations and antenna part numbers for each location Also see Table 4 2 for additional information Always follow manufacturer s instructions when mounting an antenna TYPICAL...

Page 28: ...must be tied and stowed This not only prevents the antenna from radiating above its intended or configured power see Table 1 1 on page 8 but it also allows for future installation considerations such...

Page 29: ...eneath it The following antenna installation procedure is recommended 1 Once the mounting location is selected refer to the antenna manufacturer s mounting and testing instructions for installation gu...

Page 30: ...itch key turns on and it must switch off to near zero volts when the ignition switch key turns off The required fuse rating is 2 amperes An ATM fuse holder and fuse are included with the applicable fu...

Page 31: ...tery s main non switched power distribution terminal block 4 Strip the Fuse Holder s other wire strip one end of the 20 foot long 10 AWG red wire and then connect these two wires together using a 10 A...

Page 32: ...ly As shown in Figure 8 1 and Figure 8 2 one Fuse Block is included in kit FS23057 preassembled to the rail and one is included in kit FS23058 The completed assembly is shown in the photo on page 36 N...

Page 33: ...of the 10 AWG black wire included with the Fuse Distribution Rail Kit and crimp a 3 8 inch ring terminal to it 3 Near the Fuse Distribution Rail Assembly locate an area of vehicle chassis ground with...

Page 34: ...uter locking ring clockwise until it stops A click will be sensed to confirm proper mating 12 Prepare to connect the cable s black negative and red positive wires to a Grounding Block and to the Fuse...

Page 35: ...distribution occurs through the jumper therefore daisy chaining of the supply side wire clamps is not required The Fuse Block from the Fuse Distribution Accessory Kit has a protection marker installe...

Page 36: ...es up the radio via the CAN port when power is applied However connection of the white sense wire may be needed in future configurations that do not use the control head e g Data Only applications The...

Page 37: ...anel connectors Figure 9 1 CH 721 Scan Model Control Head Front Panel Figure 9 2 CH 721 System Model Control Head Front Panel The CH 721 control heads feature a large easy to read 3 line graphical vac...

Page 38: ...d the following instructions make repeated reference to this kit Item numbers given in parenthesis below refer to items in the kit See Table 4 3 on page 18 for a complete listing of kit contents In a...

Page 39: ...ol Head Mounting Bracket Kit Part Number KT 008608 Figure 9 5 Optional Control Head Mounting Pedestal Part Number MACDOS0012 Mounting Bracket Shown positioned above control head Control Head Mounting...

Page 40: ...ns differ Self threading screws are recommended Sheet metal screws should not be used 4 Verify the bracket is held firmly to the mounting surface Firm mounting prevents unreasonable vibration which co...

Page 41: ...N terminator connections for a single control head installation Figure 9 7 illustrates this for a multi head control head installation where for example one control head is located at the main operato...

Page 42: ...in Table 4 3 through the vehicle s interior wire cable channeling to the radio Remove interior panels door kick panels etc as necessary Protect the cable from possible chafing as necessary 3 Attach t...

Page 43: ...ction of vehicle chassis ground and strip this area of any paint or dirt to expose a bare metal surface 6 Cut the black wire of the control head s DC Power Cable as short as possible but long enough f...

Page 44: ...e connected to a fused power source that switches from approximately zero volts to approximately 13 6 volts when the vehicle s ignition switch key is turned from the OFF position to the ACCESSORY and...

Page 45: ...T tap quick disconnect terminals are included in the kit Based on the gauge of wire select the proper terminal size Red is for 22 to 18 AWG wire and blue is for 18 to 14 AWG wire 9 Attach the selected...

Page 46: ...in Section 9 4 2 1 as a reference b Strip and crimp this wire tap to one side of the ATM fuse holder This holder is included with Vehicle Fuse and T Tap Kit item 7 in Table 4 3 It has built in crimpa...

Page 47: ...a Only radio follow the procedure described in Section 8 2 except make the connection of the white wire of the radio s DC Power Cable as detailed in the control head Section 9 4 2 1 page 44 or Section...

Page 48: ...the control head s mic connector so the mic cable s stain relief is hanging down and out at an approximate 45 degree angle 3 Mate the two connectors by pressing them fully together Do not apply any f...

Page 49: ...efer to the instructions included in the speaker for additional mechanical installation information 2 Route the speaker s cable to the rear of the control head 3 Mate the Speaker Cable Item 9 in Table...

Page 50: ...mming port The connector labeled MODEM supports the RF modem function that the radio can provide The connector labeled GPS provides NMEA formatted GPS serial data connections for the external computer...

Page 51: ...AUD_IN_L Differential Audio Input Low 1 2 of twisted pair 16 SERIAL pin 2 TD_A TIA EIA 232 Signal Radio Serial Port 17 SERIAL pin 5 shell GND_A TIA EIA 232 Ground Radio Serial Port 18 SERIAL pin 4 DSR...

Page 52: ...elated to the Full Data I O Option Cable is the Programming Option Cable 1000022242 0002 also shown in Figure 13 1 This option cable presents only the DB 9 serial interface necessary to program contro...

Page 53: ...2 Connect the cable s DB 9 female connector labeled GPS to the computer s serial port DB 9 male connector either directly or with an optional MAMROS0055 serial cable and tighten the screws until firm...

Page 54: ...s battery ground cable 4 If the control head is not already powered up do so by rotating its on off volume control clockwise out of the detent position 5 Verify the control head has powered up by obse...

Page 55: ...d be well ventilated so exhaust fumes from the engine do not cause harm CAUTION If a vehicle equipped with this radio requires jump starting the radio installation s main ATC fuse should be removed fr...

Page 56: ...apter Pasternack Enterprises PE9090 or equivalent N type male to TNC type female adapter Required to connect the cable of the vehicle mounted 700 800 MHz antenna to the wattmeter 50 Ohm RF Terminator...

Page 57: ...Cable 1000022242 0001 Or Programming Option Cable 1000022242 0002 Has the SERIAL connector only 9 Pin Connectors No GPS MODEM connection required when programming Control Head CAN cable connection an...

Page 58: ...e forward RF output power Rotate it if necessary The arrow on the face of the slug must point away from the radio and towards the antenna for forward power measurements 5 Set the wattmeter to measure...

Page 59: ...re Any value exceeding the maximum allowable reflected power value will result in a diminished RF output signal If problems persist contact M A COM s Technical Assistance Center see page 16 14 Disconn...

Page 60: ...it as a permanent record of the tested performance of the M7200 mobile radio installation Clip Here Company Performing Installation Technician Performing Test Date of Test mm dd yyyy Mobile Radio Ser...

Page 61: ...they are out of the way of casual contact away from sources of extreme heat and wire chafing cannot occur Pay special attention to all RF antenna cables To prevent fumes from entering the vehicle s pa...

Page 62: ...rvice will be provided at no charge during the warranty period only for the Equipment covered under Paragraph B 3 and B 4 To be eligible for no charge labor service must be performed at a M A COM fact...

Page 63: ...MM 010019 001 Rev B 63 19 WIRING DIAGRAM M7200 MOBILE RADIO WITH CH 721 CONTROL HEAD WIRING DIAGRAM M7200 Mobile Radio with CH 721 Control Head AA 010461 Rev A...

Page 64: ...lectronics Wireless Systems Segment 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway Lynchburg Virginia 24501 Outside the USA 1 434 385 2400 Toll Free 1 800 528 7711 www macom wireless com Printed in U S A Wiring Diagram...

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