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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
Following are instructions for the installation of your radio. Before you start installation,
we encourage you to read these instructions carefully in order to get the full benefit
from your Humminbird® VHF255S radio.
T
o install y
our VHF255S radio, you will perform the following steps:
1. Decide where to install the radio base station.
2. Install the radio base station.
NOTE: You have the option of gimbal bracket mounting, which can either be mounted on the
dash or overhead and allows rotation of the radio during operation, or recessed mounting into
a dashboard or other appropriate surface.
3. Attach the antenna cable to the radio.
4. Install the microphone mounting bracket.
5. Attach the radio to an optional-purchase GPS Receiver (strongly recommended).
PARTS SUPPLIED
Before installing your VHF255S, please make sure that the following parts are included
in your installation kit:
RADIO BASE STATION:
• 25 Watt VHF255S Fixed Mount radio base station (1).
Radio Base Station Gimbal Mounting Bracket Kit:
• Gimbal mounting bracket (1).
• Gimbal mounting knobs (2).
• Self-tapping screws (4).
• Flat screws (4).
• Plain washers (4).
• Spring washers (4).
• Nuts (4).