Setting Up The Radio
Connecting the Antenna
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In general, you can increase your communication range by using a
The FCC has determined that excessive radiation poses a health risk to people near radio transmitting antennas. Therefore, the antenna used with this radio should be installed using the following guidelines to ensure a suitable distance between the antenna and persons close by.
•Small whip antennas (3 dB) or smaller should be installed keeping at least 3 feet separation distance between the radiating element and people.
•Larger antennas (6 dB or 9 dB) should be installed keeping at least a 6 feet separation distance.
•No person should touch the antenna or come closer than the separation distance when the radio is transmitting.
To connect the antenna to the radio, screw its connector onto the antenna jack on the back of the radio.
Connecting Power
1.Connect the red wire of the supplied power cord to the positive (+) side of your distribution circuit or battery.
2.Connect the black wire of the supplied power cord to the negative
Note: The power cord is equipped with a fuse to protect the radio. Use only a six (6) amp fast blow fuse for replacement.
3.Connect the power cord to the keyed connector on the power “pigtail”.
Installation
Caution: The
Keep in mind the flexibility designed into the
•The universal mounting bracket may be installed on either the top or bottom of a shelf, on a bulkhead, or for overhead mounting.
•The remote speaker wires can be used with an auxiliary speaker.
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