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When deciding on a mobile or
•The antenna should be mounted as high as possible.
•The antenna and antenna cable should be as far as possible from sources of electrical noise (appliances, ignition sys- tems, gauges, and so on).
•The antenna should be vertical for the best performance.
When connecting an optional antenna, always use
Follow the mounting instructions supplied with the antenna. Then route the antenna cable to the scanner, and connect it to the ANT jack on the top of the scanner.
Cautions:
•Do not route the cable over sharp edges or moving parts.
•Do not run the cable next to power cables.
•Do not run the cable through a vehicle’s engine compart- ment or other areas that produce extreme heat.
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