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Install the gimbal bracket, which looks similar to the one pictured
here. Place the bracket so the arms slope toward the radio's front.
Once a location is determined, use the bracket as a template and mark
the mounting holes. Screw the bracket to the mounting surface. Be sure
to leave enough slack in the cables to allow tilting the unit.
Attach the unit to the gimbal bracket using the supplied gimbal knobs
and washers. Attach the cables and the unit is ready to use.
Antenna
A good antenna installation will optimize the performance of your ma-
rine radio. There is no height requirement for antenna installation, but
the higher it is mounted, the better the reception. That's because ma-
rine VHF radio signals travel only on a "line of sight" basis. An ideal
installation will give the antenna a clear view of the horizon in all di-
rections.
The antenna may be mounted on a gunwale, rail or on flat surfaces like
a deck, roof or bulkhead. In the case of some sailboats and powerboats,
it may be attached to a mast or mast-like structure.
When installing your VHF marine antenna, be sure to keep it at least
three feet away from any other antenna or metal object. The antenna
also must be installed three feet away from the radio, and at least three
feet from any passengers or crew. Refer to the antenna manufacturer's
instructions for further installation information. You must also make
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