32 Radio installation
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Installing the antenna
Install the external antenna according to the supplier’s
instructions. Good quality 50 ohm coaxial cable must be
used, such as RG58 or UR76.
Caution: The cable should be routed in a manner that mini-
mizes coupling into the electronic control systems
of the vehicle.
Caution: Avoid sharp bends in the cable. These distort the
cable and alter its electrical characteristics.
Warning: RF exposure hazard
To comply with FCC RF exposure limits:
1 Mount the antenna at a location such that no person or
persons can come closer than 0.9m (35 inches) to
the antenna.
2 For 25W radios, the radio must be installed using an
externally mounted antenna with a gain of either a
2.15dBi or 5.15dBi gain.
3 For 40W/50W radios:
— VHF radios must be installed using an antenna
mounted centrally on the vehicle roof, with a gain of
2.15dBi or 5.15dBi.
— UHF radios must be installed using an antenna either
mounted centrally on the vehicle roof with a gain of
2.15dBi or 5.65dBi, or mounted centrally on the
trunk with a gain of 5.65dBi.
Antenna termination
1 Run the free end of the coaxial cable to the radio’s
mounting position and cut it to length, allowing 20 -
30cm (8 - 12 inches) excess.
Caution: The cable should be protected from engine heat,
sharp edges and from being pinched or crushed.
2 Terminate the free end of the cable with the BNC or
mini-UHF plug.
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