Tait TM9100 Installation Manual - Installing The Radio
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Installing the Radio
TM9100 110W Mobile Radio Installation Guide
© Tait LimitedOctober 2012
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Installing the Radio
This section explains how to install and check the radio and its associated
equipment. It contains the following information:
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selecting the mounting position
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installing the antenna
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connecting the power cable to the power source
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installing the remote control head
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installing the microphone
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connecting to the ignition signal
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connecting a remote speaker
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connecting to an emergency switch and/or external alert devices
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mounting the radio
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checking the installation.
3.1
Selecting the Mounting Position
Inspect the vehicle and determine the safest and most convenient position
for mounting the radio. Tait recommends the use of an equipment
mounting tray designed for the vehicle. These are available from
manufacturers such as Havis-Shields (www.havis.com), Jotto Desk
(www.jottodesk.com), Gamber Johnson (www.gamberjohnson.com), and
Stewart Products (www.stewartproducts.com).
Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for the cables. Check cable
lengths. Make sure that there is a gap of at least 1 inch (2.5cm) for the
heatsink and that air can flow freely around it.
Notice
Do not mount the radio in areas where it can be sprayed by a
high-pressure cleaning device or temporarily submerged from an accu-
mulation of water or other liquids.