Mobile Antenna - Kenwood TS-120S Operating Manual

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Connect the TS-120S(V) power cable to the battery ter-
'minals, with consideration to current requirements and noise
Prevention. The maximum current drawn by the TS-120S
Feaches to between 18 and 20A when transmitting
Therefore, the cable should be made as short as possible. us-
ing the specified fuse. Also, determine that the power
system of the car (including the battery and generator or
alternator) will handle the increased load of the TS-120S\V).
Route battery and ANTENNA leads away from all high
4.7.3. MOBILE ANTENNA
(1) Antenna Installation
Use @ rugged mount for the mobile antenna because HF
antennas are larger (and have more wind load) and heavier
than VHF antennas. A bumper mount is recommended for
general use. The ground side of the mount must be ground-
'ed perfectly to the body of the car since the body itself func-
tions as the ground plane for the mobile antenna. (Refer to
Fig. 4-10.)
Notes: —
1. Some cars have a urethane bumper.
ground the antenna mount to the body.
For such cars.
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