Using the 9350 Automatic Tuning Whip Antenna with a 2110 Manpack Transceiver
62 Manpack Transceiver 2110 series Reference Manual
Transceiver is not
responding to
instructions
The transceiver may
not be connected
correctly
Check that the cables and connectors between all items of
equipment are securely connected and not damaged.
Faulty cables and/or
connectors
Check that the cables and connectors between all items of
equipment are securely connected and not damaged.
Tuning fails Inadequate earthing Antenna mounting bracket should be welded or bolted
directly to the chassis.
All paint should be cleaned from mating surfaces.
The earth braid provided should be connected to an
independent grounding point going to the bodywork of
the vehicle, or to the battery negative if possible.
Improve the earth of the transceiver by connecting an
earthing strap (braid or copper strip) from the earth
terminal of the transceiver to the earthing point, keeping
the strap as short as possible.
Voltage drop in the
battery
Voltage less than
12 V DC
Check the voltage; it must be greater than 12 V DC on
transmit.
Table 18: Possible faults in the installation (cont.)
Symptoms Possible causes Action