Connect the red lead of DC power cord to an
accessory 12 volt fuse.
Connect the black lead to the negative side of the
automobile. This is usually the chassis. Any conve-
nient location with good electrical contact (remove
paint) may be used.
Mount the microphone bracket on right side of the
transceiver or near it using two screws supplied.
When mounting in an automobile, place the
bracket under the dash so the microphone is
readily accessible.
Attach the 4-pin microphone cable to receptacle
on front of unit and install unit in bracket securely.
Mounting and Connections
Select a location for the transceiver and microphone
bracket that is convenient for operation. In
automobiles, the transceiver is usually mounted to the
underneath of the dash panel, with the microphone
bracket beside it.
Hold the radio with mounting bracket in the exact
location desired. Remove the mounting bracket
and use it as a template to mark the location for
the mounting screws.
Drill necessary holes and secure mounting bracket
in location.
Connect the antenna cable plug to the receptacle
marked “ANT” on the back of the unit.
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ANT
13.8V DC
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Mounting and
Connections
Note
Before installing the CB radio,
visually check the vehicle
battery connections to
determine which battery
terminal, positive or negative
(positive is the larger of the
two) is grounded to the engine
block (or chassis).
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Mounting and
Connections
Note
The transceiver is held in the
universal mounting bracket by
two thumb screws, permitting
adjustment at the most
convenient angle.
A universal mounting bracket
is supplied along with self
tapping screws and star
washers.
Operation
Installation
Installation
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