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BARRETT PRC-4090 TACTICAL HF SDR TRANSCEIVER - INSTALLATION
Transceiver Mounting
The following points must be considered when mounting the transceiver.
Safety
It is essential that the transceiver be mounted in a place where it cannot cause
injury to the occupants of the vehicle in the event of a motor vehicle accident.
For this reason overhead mounting is not generally recommended and “under
dash” mounting must take into account the possibility of injuring the legs of
front seat occupants.
Convenience
The chosen position for the transceiver or control handset, (if in mobile cong-
uration) should be one which allows convenient operation.
Positions which are often used are:
On the centre console
In place of the glove box
Behind the seat
Under the seat
Under the dash board (if safe).
Where in mobile conguration, only the control handset need be mounted con-
venient to the operator. The transceiver may be mounted under a seat, in the
luggage compartment or any other appropriate place within the vehicle (which
allows for sufcient air ow).
All equipment should be positioned in such a way that convenient access for
maintenance is provided.
Strength
It must be assumed that the vehicle will be used on rough roads and in many
cases off road. Hence, the mounting of equipment must take into account the
severe vibration and shock that may be encountered.
Transceivers may only be mounted to structural components of the vehicle
body and not on interior panels. In some cases, the area around the transceiver
mounting may need reinforcement.
Precautions should be taken to ensure xing screws etc. cannot vibrate loose.