Vhf antenna, 4 mounting procedure for flush mount (option), The antenna requirements – Furuno FM-8800S User Manual
Page 12: Mounting considerations, Mounting procedure

1. MOUNTING
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Mounting procedure for flush mount (option)
Requires optional flush mount kit OP05-102 (Code No. 000-054-120). Prepare a cutout in
the mounting location whose dimensions are as shown in the figure below.
Flush mount kit OP05-102
Name Type
Code
No.
Qty
1 Mounting
plate
05-093-1211 100-323-160
1
2 Self-tapping
screw
5x20
000-802-081
4
3 Hex
screw
M8x16
000-882-075
2
Pilot holes (4 pcs.)
122 0.5
±
30 1
±
277 0.5
±
280 1
±
260 1
±
105 1
±
251
244
#150
20
14 27
Mounting dimensions for flush mount
VHF Antenna
The antenna requirements
Any good quality antenna meeting the requirements shown below may be used. A high-gain
antenna is preferable.
•
Frequency range:
155 to 164 MHz
•
Impedance:
50
ohms
•
Polarization:
Vertical
•
Handling power:
30 W/ min
•
Quality:
Able to withstand marine environment
Mounting considerations
•
The antenna should be well separated from nearby antennas, masts, and other interfering
objects.
•
The higher the antenna is mounted above the horizon, the further the communications
range.
Mounting procedure
The basic mounting procedure for antennas supplied by FURUNO is as follows, however
consult appropriate outline drawing for details.
1. Fasten the antenna bracket to the stanchion.
2. Set the antenna to the antenna bracket and tighten bolts.
3. Screw the coaxial cable plug into the antenna.