Cobra Electronics 29NW ST Two-Way Radio User Manual


 
InstallationInstallation
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Note
Connecting to an accessory fuse
prevents the unit from being left
on accidentally,and also per-
mits operating the unit without
running the engine.
Note
In positive ground vehicles the
red wire goes to the chassis and
the black wire is connected to
the ignition switch.
Note
Before installing the CB radio,
visually check the vehicle’s
battery connection to deter-
mine which terminal, positive
or negative,is grounded (pos-
itive is the larger of the two)
to the engine block (or chas-
sis).A negatively grounded
vehicle has its negative lead
grounded to the chassis.
In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the
red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory
12 volt fuse.
Connect the black lead to the negative side of
the vehicle.This is usually the chassis. Any con-
venient location with a good electrical contact
(remove paint) may be used.
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5
Plug power cable into back of unit marked
“Power”. Be sure to observe polarity markings.
Mount the microphone
bracket on either side of
the unit (driver’s left)
using two screws sup-
plied.Bracket should be
placed under the dash
so microphone is readily
accessible.
6
7
Attach the 4-pin microphone cable to recepta-
cle on front of unit and Install unit in bracket
securely.
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