Model RG1 Owner’s Manual
Installation
The REGATTA 1 will only operate with a nominal 13.8 volt negative ground bat- tery system. It is important to carefully determine the most suitable location for your radio on your vessel. Electrical, mechanical, and environmental considerations must all be taken into account. You should select the optimum relationship among these consid- erations.
Features which should be considered are:
1.The universal mounting bracket may be installed on either the top or bottom of a shelf, on a bulkhead, or for overhead mounting.
2.The accessory speaker wires can be used with an external speaker.
3.All connections are
4.Front fire
Choosing a Location
Some important factors to consider in selecting the location for your REGATTA 1.
1.Select a location that is free from spray and splash.
2.Keep the battery leads as short as possible. Direct connection to the battery is most desirable. If direct connection can not be made with the supplied power lead, any extension should be made with #10 AWG wire. Long extensions should use larger gauge wire.
3.Keep the antenna lead as short as possible. Long antenna leads can cause substantial loss of performance for both receiving and transmitting.
4.Locate your antenna as high as possible and clear from metal objects. The reli- able range of coverage is a direct function of the antenna height.
5.Select a location that allows free air flow around the heat sink on the rear of the radio.
6.Select a location well away from the ship’s compass.
Engine Noise Suppression
Interference from the noise generated by the electrical systems of engines is sometimes a problem with radios. The REGATTA 1 has been designed to be essentially impervious to ignition noise and alternator noise. However, in some installations it may be necessary to take measures to further reduce the effect of noise interference. All DC battery wires, antenna lead, and accessory cables should be routed away from the engine and engine compartment, and from power cabling carrying high currents.
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