Radio Shack 21-1599 Two-Way Radio User Manual


 
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If you use the TRC-499 in a
vehicle, mount it securely to
avoid damage to the CB or vehi-
cle during sudden starts or
stops.
Follow these steps to mount the CB
using the supplied hardware.
1. Using the mounting bracket as a
template, mark the positions for
the screw holes.
2. In each marked location, drill a
hole slightly smaller than the
supplied large screws.
Caution: Be careful not to drill
into anything behind the mount-
ing surface.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver,
attach the mounting bracket to
the mounting surface with the
large screws and supplied lock
washers.
4. Attach the CB to the mounting
bracket using the rubber wash-
ers and mounting knobs.
INSTALLING AN
ANTENNA
Caution: To prevent damage to your
CB, you must connect an antenna to
the CB before you operate it.
Selecting an Antenna
When deciding on a mobile or base-
station antenna and its location, con-
sider these points:
The location of the antenna
should be as high as possible.
The antenna and antenna cable
should be as far as possible
from sources of electrical noise
(ignition systems, gauges, etc.).
The antenna should be vertical
for the best performance.
Your local Radio Shack store sells a
variety of CB antennas for both mo-
bile and base-station use. Choose
the one that best meets your needs.
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