8 Safety and Regulatory Warnings TM8100/TM8200 Installation Guide
© Tait Limited November 2012
1 Safety and Regulatory Warnings
This section contains important information on the safe installation of the
radio. You must read this information before starting the installation.
You must also read and observe the safety information on radio operation
provided in the safety and compliance information and the user’s guide.
1.1 RF Exposure Hazard
To comply with FCC RF exposure limits:
For radios with a transmit power >25W:
■ VHF radios must be installed using an antenna mounted centrally on the
vehicle roof, with a gain of 2.15dBi or 5.15dBi.
■ UHF and 800MHz radios must be installed using an antenna mounted
either centrally on the roof with a gain of 2.15dBi or 5.65dBi, or
centrally mounted on the trunk with a gain of 5.65dBi.
For radios with a transmit power of 25W:
■ The radio must be installed using an externally mounted antenna with a
gain of either 2.15dBi or 5.15dBi.
In all cases, the antenna must not be mounted at a location such that any
person or persons can come closer than 35 inches (0.9m) to the antenna.
1.2 Vehicle Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions
Installation of this product in a vehicle must be performed according to the
instructions provided by the vehicle manufacturer. For more information,
refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s website or contact the vehicle
manufacturer’s dealer.
1.3 MPT 1362 Code of Practice
Mobile radios should be installed in accordance with the MPT 1362 Code
of Practice.
>25W
25W
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