Installation; Location; Electrical Connections - Vertex Standard VM-3500E Owner's Manual

6 INSTALLATION

6.1 LOCATION

The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that:
• is far enough from any compass to avoid any deviation in compass read-
ing due to the speaker magnet
• provides accessibility to the front panel controls
• allows connection to a power source and an antenna
• has nearby space for installation of a microphone hanger
• the antenna must be mounted at least 3 feet from radio
Note: To insure the radio does not affect the compass or radios performance is
not affected by the antenna location, temporarily connect the radio in the de-
sired location and:
a. Examine the compass to see if the radio causes any deviation
b. Connect the antenna and key the radio. Check to ensure the radio is
operating correctly by requesting a radio check.

6.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio!
Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Supply
connections are as follows (see Figure 1):
Antenna
Red
Power Source
1. Mount the antenna at least 3 feet away from the radio. At the rear of the
radio, connect the antenna cable. It must have a PL259 connector. RG-8/U
coaxial cable must be used if the antenna is 25 feet or more from the radio.
RG58 cable can be used for distances less than 25 feet.
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Water proof
Deck Outlet
Fuse
Black
Figure 1. General Installation
CAUTION
Optional Speaker
Optional HAIL/PA Horn
Accessory Cable
GPS Navigation Receiver
VM-3500E