3.Connect the black GROUND wire to the DC power supply’s negative
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4.Connect both the red TO SWITCHED ACCESSORY and orange BATT + wires, with
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These wires supply power to oper- ate your CB and backup the last- channel memory.
5.Connect the DC power supply to a standard AC outlet.
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INSTALLING AN
ANTENNA
Caution: To prevent damage to your CB, you must connect an antenna to the CB before you operate it.
Note: Your local Radio Shack store sells a variety of CB antennas for both mobile and
For the best performance, consider the following when deciding on an antenna and its location:
•The antenna and cable should be as far as possible away from sources of electrical noise.
•The antenna should be located vertically and as high as possible.
Follow these steps to connect an an- tenna.
1.Follow the mounting instructions that come with the antenna.
Warning: Use extreme caution when you install or remove a base station CB antenna. If the antenna starts to fall, let it go! It could con- tact overhead power lines. If the antenna touches the power line, your contact with the antenna, mast, cable, or guy wires can cause electrocution and death. Call the power company to remove the antenna. DO NOT attempt to do so yourself.