Installing the Hardware
Installing the Hardware
Mounting the radio
The.VHF550.can.sit.at.any.angle.in.the.mounting.bracket.so.it.can.easily.
accommodate the best location. First, determine the best place to mount the
radio. For optimum performance, find a location that can:
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Properly support the weight of the radio, approximately 3 pounds or
1.4.kilograms..You.may.need.to.use.some.type.of.anchor.with.the.
mounting screws to hold the radio, depending on the surface.
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Keep.the.battery.leads.as.short.as.possible..
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Keep.the.antenna.lead-in.wire.as.short.as.possible..
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Allow free air flow around the heat sink on the rear of the radio.
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Avoid.interference.with.the.ship's.compass.
Install the radio into the mounting bracket, and connect the power
1.
cable.and.accessory cable.
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Step 1:
Slide the radio
into the mounting
bracket.
Step 2:
Tighten the mounting knobs
to secure the radio in place.
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