Alinco DR-SR8 User Manual
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
2. Connecting the power cable
IMPORTANT: Use a 12 V car battery to operate the transceiver.
1.
Connect the supplied power cable directly to
the car battery.
NOTE:
If threading the cable through wiring
holes, use grommets to prevent the
cable from coming in contact with the
car chassis.
IMPORTANT: •
If using a 24 V car battery, be sure to convert the voltage to 12 V DC
with a DC/DC converter.
•
Never connect the power cable to a cigarette lighter connector
because the available current is too low.
3. Connecting the accessories
Please refer to:
Microphone, page 20
•
Telegraph key, page 14
•
External speaker, page 14
•
4. Installing the control panel and body separately (optional)
To detach the control panel from the body, refer to P.15.
Install the control panel in a location that is easily accessible using the separate angle
bracket, and be sure as well to install the body in a proper location, such as under a seat.
IMPORTANT: •
Be sure to disconnect the power cable before detaching the control panel
from the body.
•
Give the fi rst priority to the safety of driving. Do not install anything that
could obstacle the controls of your vehicle in driver’s area.
•
Mounting antenna and other accessories outside of your vehicle may
be prohibited or restricted in some countries. Please check your local
regulations before the installation.
Red
Black
Fuse
To passanger cabin
To engine room
Transceiver
Chassis
Chassis