FLEX-6000 Signature Series – FLEX-6000 Hardware Reference Manual
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5 UNPACKING AND INSPECTATION
5.1 UNBOXING
FLEX-6000 Signature series radios are double packed to protect your investment. To
remove the radio, carefully cut the tape on one end of the outer carton and open the end
flaps to expose the inner carton. Remove the inner carton by placing one hand on the inner
carton while using the other hand to invert the outer box so the open end is facing down.
Carefully place the inner carton on a flat surface then remove the outer carton by pulling
up on the sides. Use caution not to let the inner carton slip out and fall.
Position the inner carton to the FLEX-6000 label is facing up. Carefully cut the tape and
open the flaps exposing your radio. Remove the upper packing foam and set it aside.
I - Be sure to keep the carton and all packing material in case you ever need to ship your
FLEX-6000.
5.2 VISUAL INSPECTION
5.2.1 General
Note the orientation of the radio in the packing foam. It is important that the front of the
radio be properly aligned to prevent damage if further shipment is required. Remove the
radio from the foam and the poly bag. Retain this bag if further shipment is required.
! - WARNING: POLY BAGS CAN BE A SUFFOCATION HAZARD. DO NOT LEAVE THIS BAG
UNATTENDED AROUND SMALL CHILDREN!
Δ – CAUTION: THE POLY BAG IS VERY IMPORTANT TO PROTECT YOUR RADIO’S FINISH
SHOULD YOU EVER NEED TO SHIP IT. DO NOT SHIP THE RADIO IN THE PACKING FOAM
WITHOUT FIRST PLACING IT IN THE INCLUDED POLY BAG.
5.2.2 Radio
Inspect your FLEX-6000 radio for any physical damage due to rough shipment. Remove the
protective cover from the front display.
5.2.3 Included Accessories
One (1) FLEX-6000 Signature Series Unit (FLEX-6300, FLEX-6500, FLEX-6700 or FLEX-
6700R)
One (1) FHM-1 Microphone (optional for EU countries) (NA to FLEX-6700R)
One (1) 6 ft. (1.8m) CAT 5 Ethernet cable
One (1) DC power cord with Anderson Power Pole™ connectors (NA to FLEX-6700R)
One (1) AC Power Cord / US (FLEX-6700R only)
One (1) SmartSDR for Windows installation CD
One (1) FLEX-6000 Quick Start Guide or FLEX-6700R Quick Start Guide
One (1) Rack Mount Kit Option (if ordered)
One (1) Handle Kit Option (if ordered)
One (1) GPS patch antenna and RG-174 coax cable (if GPSDO ordered)