PREPARATION / INSTALLATION

UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT

Note: The following unpacking instructions are for use by your KENWOOD dealer, an authorized KENWOOD service facility, or the factory.

Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items listed in the following table before discarding the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Item

Part Number

Quantity

DC power cable (with fuses)

E30-3489-XX

1

 

 

 

 

Fuse

25 A

F52-0044-XX

1

 

 

 

4 A

F52-0038-XX

1

 

 

 

 

 

Foot pads

J02-1302-XX

2

 

 

 

 

Instruction manual

B62-1866-XX

1

 

 

 

 

BASE STATION INSTALLATION

FOOT PADS

ANTENNA CONNECTION

For best performance:

•Use a properly adjusted, good-quality 50 Ω antenna.

•Use a good-quality 50 Ω coaxial cable and connector.

•Match the impedance of the coaxial cable and antenna so that the SWR is 1.5:1 or less.

•Ensure that all connections are clean and tight.

The transceiver’s protection circuit will activate if the SWR is greater than 2.5:1, but do not rely on protection to compensate for a poorly functioning antenna system. High SWR will cause the transmit output to drop, and may lead to radio frequency interference with consumer products such as stereo receivers and televisions. You may even interfere with your own transceiver. Reports that your signal is garbled or distorted, especially at peak modulation, may indicate that your antenna system is not transmitting efficiently.

◆Transmitting without first connecting an antenna or other matched load may damage the transceiver. Always connect the antenna to the transceiver before transmitting.

◆Use a lightning arrestor to prevent fire, electric shock, or damage to the transceiver.

A set of foot pads are provided so that you can protect the surface of your desk/table/shelf from scratching. Apply the foot pads to the base of the transceiver.

GROUND CONNECTION

•A good DC ground is required to prevent such dangers as electric shock.

•A good RF ground is required for superior communcations, against which the antenna system can operate.

Both of these conditions can be met by providing a good earth ground for your station. Bury one or more ground rods or a large copper plate under the ground, and connect this to the transceiver GND terminal. Use heavy gauge wire or a copper strap, cut as short as possible, for the connection. Ensure that all connections are clean and tight.

Fuse (25 A) Black (—)

Red (+)

DC Power supply

Earth ground

(20.5 A or more)

 

 

To antenna

 

DC 13.6 V

Base Station Installation

1