Installation planning 27
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Installation planning
The procedures outlined in this and the following sections
are for installing a TM8100 radio in a vehicle, using a
standard U-bracket.
The following topics are covered in this section:
■ MPT 1362 code of practice
■ checking equipment
■ installation tools
■ selecting the mounting position.
MPT 1362 code of practice
TM8100 radios should be installed in accordance with the
MPT 1362 Code of Practice. This code of practice covers the
installation of mobile radio equipment in land based vehicles
and has been developed by the United Kingdom Office of
Communication (Ofcom).
Website: For the full text of the MPT 1362 Code of
Practice, go to the Ofcom website,
http://www.ofcom.org.uk/codes_guidelines/radio_co
mms/radio_equip_stnds/.
Checking equipment
Unpack the radio and check that you have the following items:
■ radio control head with connecting loom
■ radio body
■ microphone with microphone clip and screws
■ U-bracket installation kit, consisting of:
—U-bracket
—thumbscrews
— self-drilling screws and washers
— power cable with DC connector
— 10A fuses (25W radios)
— 20A fuses (40W/50W radios)