Uniden Bearcat 880 Mobile Installation, Mobile Antenna, Connecting the Power Cords

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Installation

MOBILE INSTALLATION

Plan the location of the transceiver and microphone bracket before beginning installation.

1.Select a location that is convenient for operating the radio but does not interfere with the driver or passenger.

2.Install bracket with self-tapping screws provided.

3.Connect power cords (see page 8).

4.Attach the microphone bracket to side of the radio.

5.Attach radio to bracket.

Mobile Antenna

Because the maximum power output of the transmitter is limited by the FCC, the quality of your antenna is very important. To achieve the maximum transmission distance, Uniden strongly recommends that you install only a high quality antenna. You have just purchased a superior transceiver - don't diminish its performance by installing an inferior antenna.

Only a properly matched antenna system will allow maximum power transfer from the 50 ohm transmission line to the radiating element. Your Uniden dealer is qualified to help you select the proper antenna for your requirements. A whip style antenna may be used for automobile installation.

A short ‘loaded’ whip antenna is easier to install on an automobile, but its efficiency is less than that of a full quarter-wave whip antenna.

Connecting the Power Cords

Uniden recommends connecting the power lead to the Ignition Switch Accessory Terminal. This way, the transceiver is automatically turned off when the ignition switch is turned off.

As an alternative, the power cord may be connected to an available terminal on the fuse block or to a point in the wiring harness. However,

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