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FTM-10SR O
PERATING
M
ANUAL
R
EAR
P
ANEL
This connector provides receiver audio output for
an optional external speaker and connect an exter-
nal audio source (such as the iPod
®
) to this connec-
tor using the supplied “SP/LINE-IN” cable. The
audio impedance is 4 Ohms, and the level varies
according to the setting of the front panel VOL con-
trol. Adjust the input level with the volume control
of the external audio equipment connected.
P
Inserting a Speaker plug into the speaker jack
of the “SP/LINE-IN” cable disables audio from
the Front Panel’s internal speaker.
P
When stereo speakers are connected to speaker
jack of the “SP/LINE-IN” cable, and the Menu
item “
F42 STEREO
” is set to “
STEREO
”, you
may enjoy FM Broadcast audio, or the external
audio from the LINE IN jack in stereo.
P
When External speaker connected to speaker
jack of the “SP/LINE-IN” cable, confirm that
the Menu item “
F34 SPEAKER
” is set to “
REAR
”
(See page 86).
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Use of a sound isolating headset while driving
on public roads is not lawful. An open type head-
set must be used for safety.
Hint: Menu Mode
The
FTM-10SR
Menu enables the configuration
of 49 transceiver parameters to your favorite set-
tings.
SP/LINE-IN jack
Connect the DC power cable directly to the battery terminals.
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Connect the white lead to the positive side (+) of the battery and connect the
black lead to the negative side (-) of the battery. The DC cable is as short as
possible, because transmitting requires a high DC electrical current flow.
P
Performance may be significantly reduced when connecting the DC cable
to the cigarette lighter plug or fuse box.
P
Install a line filter if your vehicle has objectionable alternator noises.
DC Power cable
Please attach the wire so it will not touch the high temperature
parts such as the engine and the muffler.
Do Not place the wire where it will contact the exhaust, or
gasoline and oil.
