Installing The Antenna - Midland MXT115 Owner's Manual

Installing the Mounting Bracket
1. Using the mounting bracket as a
template, mark the location of each
screw hole under the dash. Use a
nail or other sharp pointed object to
mark the hole locations.
2. Attach the bracket to the dash with
the Phillips head sheet metal screws
provided. Tighten the screws
securely. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
3. Slide the radio into the mounting
bracket. BE SURE the mounting
bracket retainers engage the slots
in the sides of the radio to prevent
movement while driving.
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Installing the Antenna

The MXT115 includes a "magnetic mount" antenna, intended to be
attached to the vehicle's roof, trunk or similar location. Specific installation
requirements vary between vehicles. Use the following guidelines to install
the antenna.
*Where you locate your antenna does make a difference.*
Some general rules for antenna location that can aid radio
performance.
1. Metal surfaces covered by fiberglass or vinyl may affect radio range.
2. Mount the antenna as high on the vehicle as possible. The higher the
3. If possible, mount the antenna in the center of whatever surface you
4. The antenna cable is 19.7 feet (6 meters) long. Be sure the mounting
5. Be sure the mounting location is clean and dry before installing the
6. Route the antenna cable through an accessible entry point, such as a
7. When routing the antenna cable inside the vehicle, keep the cable
8. Exercise care to prevent cable damage. Make use of existing gaskets,
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Avoid these locations.
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location will allow for connection of the cable to the radio.
antenna.
rear door or trunk opening.
away from noise sources, such as the ignition system, gauges, etc.
grommets and weather stripping to protect the cable along its route.
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