Installation And Connection Basics - Alinco DX-R8T Instruction Manual

1-3 Installation and Connection Basics

Connection Diagram
13.8 V regulated
DC power supply
Procedure
1. Connecting an antenna and ground cable
• Antenna connection
Use a properly-adjusted (low SWR) antenna to obtain optimum performance from the receiver. A 50 ohm
impedance coaxial with PL-259 connector is required for this connection.
NOTE:
• Ground connection
To prevent electric shock hazard and audio interference with other electronic appliances, bury a copper
rod or plate under the ground and connect it to the transceiver GND terminal. Use a heavy gauge, short
cable for this connection.
IMPORTANT: Do not ground the equipment on gas pipes, electrical conduits, or plastic water
Antenna
Ground
It is recommended to use commercially available antenna tuner for proper
antenna matching in case non-resonant antenna is connected.
pipes.
PS0633 DX-R8T/E
1. Getting Started
Headphones
External speaker
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