Kenwood TS-50S Instruction Manual page 7

1 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
PREPARATION FOR MOBILE OPERATION
When you use this transceiver for mobile operation, do
not attempt to perform any kind of configuration or
menu set-up operation while driving your car, simply
because it is too dangerous. Stop the car and then
perform transceiver configuration. In addition, do not
wear headphones when you are driving.
DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION
Connect the DC power cable directly to the vehicle's
battery terminals using the shortest route. Do not use
the cigarette lighter socket since vibration may loosen
the connection, resulting in poor transceiver
performance due to an unstable power source.
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@ Installation example
1 Install the mounting bracket using the supplied flat
washers and self-tapping screws.
2 Position the transceiver in the bracket to
determine the best viewing angle.
3 Insert and tighten the supplied SEMS screws and
washers.
Self-tapping screw
You can also use the optional MB-13 mounting
bracket. For the correct mounting procedure, refer
to the instructions packaged with the MB-13.
Be sure to use a 12 V vehicle battery which has
sufficient current capacity.
If the current to the transceiver is insufficient, the
display may darken during transmission (at audio
peaks during SSB operation), or transmitter output
power may drop excessively.
Note: ff you use the transceiver for a long period when the
vehicle battery has not been fully charged, or when the engine
has been stopped, the battery may become discharged, and will
not have sufficient reserves to start the vehicle. Avoid using the
transceiver under these conditions.
ANTENNA CONNECTION
Use a whip antenna for mobile operation. HF mobile
antennas are larger (and have a larger wind load) and
are heavier than VHF antennas. Therefore, use a
strong and rigid mount to safely and securely install
the HF mobile antenna.
The success of your mobile installation will depend
largely on the type of antenna, and its correct
installation. The transceiver can give excellent results,
if the antenna system and its installation is given
careful attention.
The performance requirements of a mobile antenna
are the same as those for a fixed station installation.
(Refer to page 9.)