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Installation
This chapter describes installation of the FT-8500
with typical supplied accessories. Installation of the
optional FTS-22 Tone Squelch Unit should be done
before installing the transceiver and is described in
the Installation of Options chapter at the back of this
manual.
Preliminary Inspection
Inspect the transceiver thoroughly immediately upon
opening the packing carton. Confirm that all controls
and switches work freely, and inspect the case for
any damage. Make sure the accessory fuse is in-
cluded. If any damage is found. document it com-
pletely, and contact the shipping company (or dealer,
if
you purchased it over the counter) right away. Save
the packing materials in case you need to return the
set tor service.
If
you purchased the optional FTS-22 Tone Squelch
Unit. install it now as described on page 59. This
chapter describes base station installation first, fol-
lowed by mobile installation and then interconnec-
tions with external accessories.
Installing the MH-39 Microphone
From the factory, the MH-39 is packaged separately
from the transceiver body. It is installed by removing
the front panel from the transceiver, then plugging
the MH-39 cable into the transceiver body, then rein-
stalling the front panel.
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To remove the front panel. use your left thumb nail
to slightly pry open the latch on the left side of the
transceiver. Next, using your right hand to slide the
panel outward and away from the transceiver.
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Plug the microphone cable into the recessed jack
on the transceiver, as shown in the drawing.
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Before reinstalling the front panel, decide if you
want the control cable to exit from the side or
bottom of the transceiver, then route the cable into
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