TM9300/TM9400 Installation Guide
Installing the Radio
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© Tait Limited
December 2015
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Installing the Radio
This section describes the installation of the mobile radio using the
U-cradle. However, the principles described in this manual also apply to
other installation options.
For information on other types of installation, refer to
and the installation instructions provided with the
equipment.
Notice
TM9300 only
Ensure that the radio has an analog conventional channel programmed
and available to the installer so that the installation testing can be com-
pleted correctly (see
“Checking the Installation” on page 40
). TM9300
TDMA digital channels do not give a true power level reading on an
in-line power meter.
4.1
Installation Tools
The following tools are required to install the radio:
■
drill and drill bits
■
Pozidriv screwdriver
■
5/16 inch (8mm) socket
■
RF connector crimp tool
■
fuse crimp tool
■
in-line RF power meter capable of measuring forward and reflected
power at the operating frequency of the radio
4.2
Checking the Vehicle Before Installation
Complete a pre-installation check of all vehicular functions.
4.3
Mounting and Removing the Control Head
Notice
The control head contains devices which can be damaged by
static discharges. Always install or remove the control head in a static-
safe environment. For information on antistatic precautions, go to the
Electrostatic Discharge Association (ESD) website,
http://www.esda.org.