Tait TM8100 mobiles User manual

TM8100 Mobile Radios
TM8200 Mobile Radios
Installation Guide
MMA-00028-05 · Issue 5 · November 2012

2TM8100/TM8200 Installation Guide
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Contents
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Scope of Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Associated Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Publication Record. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1 Safety and Regulatory Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.1 RF Exposure Hazard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.2 Vehicle Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.3 MPT 1362 Code of Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.4 Safe Radio Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.5 Interference with Vehicular Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.6 Preparation when Drilling Holes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.7 Radio Installation in Gas or Fuel Tankers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.8 Vehicles Powered by Liquefied Petroleum Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.9 Non-standard Radio Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.10 Negative Earth Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2 Preparing the U-Bracket Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.1 Installation Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.2 Checking the Equipment for Completeness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3 Power Source and Ignition Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3 Installing the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.1 Mounting and Removing the Control Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.2 Selecting the Mounting Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.3 Mounting the U-Bracket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.4 Installing the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.5 Connecting the Power Cable to the Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.6 Connecting a Remote Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.7 Connecting to the Auxiliary Connector (Ignition Signal, Emergency Switch,
External Alert Devices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.8 Installing the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.9 Installing the Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.10 Checking the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.11 Blank Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.12 RJ45 Control Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4 Installation Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.1 Radio Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.2 Remote Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.3 Dual Control Heads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.4 Hand-Held Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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4.5 Dual-Radio System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4.6 Desktop Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Tait Software License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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Preface
Scope of Manual
This manual describes the installation of the TM8100/TM8200 mobile
radio using the U-bracket, and how to install and connect the microphone,
antenna, emergency switch, and external alert device.
The radio can also be installed in many other ways, using different
combinations of components and accessories. For information on:
■radio body installation
■remote control head installation
■dual control head installation
■hand-held control head installation
■dual-radio system
■desktop installation
refer to "Installation Options" on page 32, the installation instructions
provided with the equipment, and the relevant sections in the service
manual.
Some installation options may not be suitable for some models of radio.
Consult your nearest Tait Dealer or Customer Service Organization for
more information.
For information on installations with two bodies and one control head refer
to the TM8260 Installation and Programming Guide (MMA-00041-xx).
Associated Documentation
The following associated documentation is available for this product:
■MTA-00011-xx Safety and Compliance Information
■MMA-00002-xx TM8100 User’s Guide
■MMA-00051-xx TM8235 User’s Guide
■MMA-00003-xx TM8250/TM8255 User’s Guide
■MMA-00040-xx TM8260 User’s Guide
■MMA-00041-xx TM8260 Installation and Programming Guide
■MMA-00005-xx TM8100/TM8200 Service Manual
The characters xx represent the issue number of the documentation.
This publication is also available in French (MMA-00044-xx),
Spanish (MMA-00045-xx), and Chinese (MMA-00048-xx).

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Technical notes are published from time to time to describe applications for
Tait products, to provide technical details not included in manuals, and to
offer solutions for any problems that arise.
All available TM8100/TM8200 product documentation is provided on the
CD supplied with the service kit1. Updates may also be published on the
Ta i t s u p p o r t we b s i t e.
Publication Record
1. Technical notes are only available in PDF format from the Tait support
website. Consult your nearest Tait Dealer.
Issue Publication Date Description
01 August 2005 First release
02 July 2006 Auxiliary connector information updated
TM8235 and TM8260 information added
03 March 2008 References to hand-held control head, remote
installations, and multi-head/multi-body
installations added.
Product codes for trigger-base bodies added.
Information on antenna gain for 800MHz radios
added.
Part numbers for fuses corrected.
Instructions on avoiding connection to centre tap
of two 12V batteries added.
Rating for 24V-to-12V converter added.
04 November 2009 Installation Options section added.
Minor corrections and additions.
05 November 2012 New Tait logo

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Document Conventions
Please follow exactly any instruction that appears in the text as an ‘alert’.
An alert provides necessary safety information as well as instruction in the
proper use of the product. This manual uses the following types of alert:.
Warning This alert is used when there is a hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Caution This alert is used when there is a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice This alert is used to highlight information that is required to
ensure procedures are performed correctly. Incorrectly performed proce-
dures could result in equipment damage or malfunction.
This icon is used to draw your attention to information that may improve
your understanding of the equipment or procedure.
Within this manual, the following symbols are used to highlight differences
between radios with a transmit power of more than 25W and radios with a
transmit power of 25W:
This symbol highlights information that is relevant to radios with a transmit
power >25W.
This symbol highlights information that is relevant to radios with a transmit
power of 25W.
>25W
25W

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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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1.4 Safe Radio Mounting
Warning Mount the radio securely so that it will not break
loose in the event of a collision. An unsecured radio is dangerous
to the vehicle occupants.
■Mount the radio and the microphone where they will not interfere with:
■the deployment of passenger airbags
■the vehicle operator controls
■the vehicle operator’s view
■Do not mount the radio vertically, with the control head facing down.
This will violate compliance with the standards UL/CSA/EN 60950,
Safety of Information Technology Equipment.
1.5 Interference with Vehicular Electronics
Warning Some vehicular electronic devices may be prone to
malfunction due to the lack of protection from RF energy when
your radio is transmitting.
Examples of vehicular electronic devices that may be affected by RF
energy are:
■electronic fuel injection systems
■electronic anti-skid braking systems
■electronic cruise control systems
■indicators
If the vehicle contains such equipment, consult the vehicle manufacturer or
dealer to determine whether these electronic circuits will perform normally
when the radio is transmitting.
1.6 Preparation when Drilling Holes
Warning When drilling holes in the vehicle, check that drill-
ing at the selected points will not damage existing wiring, fuel
tanks, fuel and brake lines, or battery cables.
1.7 Radio Installation in Gas or Fuel Tankers
Special conditions must be observed when installing a radio on gas and fuel
tankers. Consult your radio provider or Tait-accredited service center for
more details.

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1.8 Vehicles Powered by Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Warning Radio installation in vehicles powered by LPG (liq-
uefied petroleum gas) with the LPG container in a sealed-off
space within the interior of the vehicle must conform to the
National Fire Protection Association Standard NFPA 58.
This standard states that the radio equipment installation must
meet the following requirements:
■The space containing the radio equipment shall be
isolated by a seal from the space containing the LPG
container and its fitting.
■Outside filling connections shall be used for the LPG
container and its fittings.
■The LPG container space shall be vented to the outside of
the vehicle.
1.9 Non-standard Radio Installations
The installation U-bracket described in this guide has been designed so that
there is enough airflow around the radio to provide cooling.
If a non-standard installation method is used, care must be taken that
sufficient heat can be dissipated from the heatsink fins and the ridged bottom
surface of the radio.
For this to be achieved, there must be a gap of more than 3/8 inch (10 mm)
between the bottom surface of the radio chassis and the mounting surface.
This is illustrated in the following diagram (TM8200 radio shown):
1.10 Negative Earth Supply
The radios are designed to operate only in a negative earth system.
3/8 inch (10 mm)
mounting surface

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2 Preparing the U-Bracket Installation
This section contains the following information:
■installation tools
■checking the equipment for completeness
■choosing an installation configuration
2.1 Installation Tools
The following tools are required to install the radio:
■drill and drill bits
■Pozidr iv screwdr iver
■5/16 inch (8mm) socket
■RF connector crimp tool
■fuse crimp tool
■in-line RF power meter capable of measuring forward and reflected
power at the operating frequency of the radio
2.2 Checking the Equipment for Completeness
Unpack the radio and check that you have the following:
1. A radio body with one of the following product codes:
TM8100:
■TMAB12 standard 25W radio
■TMAB13 trigger-base 25W radio
■TMAB14 standard >25W radio
TM8200:
■TMAB22 standard 25W radio
■TMAB23 trigger-base 25W radio
■TMAB24 standard >25W radio
2. A control head with one of the following product codes:
TM8100:
■TMAC10 blank control head (TM8105 radio)
■TMAC20 2-digit display control head (TM8115 radio)
■TMAC50 1-digit-display control head (TM8110 radio)
TM8200:
■TMAC30 RJ45 control head (TM8252 radio)
■TMAC40 or TMAC42 graphical-display control head
(TM8250 and TM8255 radios)
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■TMAC60 3-digit-display control head (TM8235 radio)
■TMAC70 hand-held control head (TM8254 radio), with
TMAC34 remote control head, and TMAA10-06 remote speaker
(>25W radio) or TMAA10-03 remote speaker (25W radio)
The TMAC31, TMAC32 and TMAC34 remote interfaces are similar in
appearance to the TMAC30 RJ45 control head of the telemetry radio.
However, their electrical characteristics and signals are different. For
more information, refer to the installation instructions provided with the
remote kits.
3. TMAA02-01 microphone, TMAA02-08 keypad microphone
including microphone clip and screws (not required for the TM8105,
TM8252 or TM8254 radio)
4. A TMAA03-17 installation kit (>25W radio) or TMAA03-01
installation kit (25W radio), consisting of the following items:
■U-bracket
■thumbscrews
■self-drilling screws and washers
■power cable with DC connector
■fuses
■in-line fuse holders
■receptacles for a remote speaker (remote speaker not included)
■antenna connector
Refer to "Installation Kit Options" below.
Warning Danger of fire! The radio’s protection mechanisms
rely on the correct fuses on both the negative and positive power
supply leads being present. Failure to fit the correct fuses may
result in fire or damage to the radio.
The correct fuse types are:
■>25W radios: 20A fuses (Tait IPN 265-00010-81)
■25W radios: 10A fuses (Tait IPN 265-00010-80)
Installation Kit
Options Installation kits are also available without the U-bracket included and with
other antenna connector options. Consult your nearest Tait Dealer or
Customer Service Organization for more information.
>25W 25W
>25W 25W

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2.3 Power Source and Ignition Control
The radio allows for different installation configurations for vehicles with
respect to ignition signal and standby current. The installation
configurations described below are based on the following hardware link
configuration:
■hardware link 1 (+13.8V battery power sense): fitted
■hardware link 2 (ignition sense): fitted
For more information on the hardware links, refer to Table 3.4 on page 24
and to the service manual.
Direct Connection
to the Power Source The radio’s power cable must always be connected directly to the power
source (battery).
Notice Although it is possible to connect the radio in line with the
vehicle ignition, this is not recommended, as it may draw too much cur-
rent and damage the vehicle wiring and steering column or ignition
switch. This may also cause the supply voltage of the radio to drop below
the specified level.
The radio can always be turned on and off using the on/off button,
independent of the ignition signal.
Installation without
Ignition Signal Connect the power cable directly to the power source as described in
"Connecting the Power Cable to the Power Source" on page 19.
If hardware link 1 is fitted (factory default) and the ignition signal is not
used, the standby current is approximately 50mA. To reduce the standby
current to <3mA either:
■remove hardware link 1, or
■connect pin 4 (AUX GPI3) to pin 15 (AGND) of the
auxiliary connector
With the above two options, the radio always stays off when power is first
applied. The radio can only be turned on with the on/off button.
Installation with
Ignition Signal Connect the power cable directly to the power source as described in
"Connecting the Power Cable to the Power Source" on page 19.
Connect pin 4 (AUX GPI3) of the auxiliary connector to the ignition signal
as described in "Connecting to the Auxiliary Connector (Ignition Signal,
Emergency Switch, External Alert Devices)" on page 22.
The AUX GPI3 line must be programmed to ‘Power Sense (Ignition)’ and
active to ‘High’. For more information, refer to the online help of the
programming application.
The TMAA04-05 ignition sense kit provides a suitable mating plug for
the radio’s auxiliary connector. The plug includes wiring for the the igni-
tion signal and analog ground.

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3 Installing the Radio
This section contains the following information:
■mounting and removing the control head
■selecting the mounting position
■mounting the U-bracket
■installing the antenna
■connecting the power cable to the power source
■connecting a remote speaker
■connecting to the auxiliary connector (ignition signal,
emergency switch, external alert devices)
■installing the radio
■installing the microphone
■checking the installation
■blank control head
■RJ45 control head
For information on other types of installation, refer to "Installation Options"
on page 32, the installation instructions provided with the equipment, and
the relevant sections in the service manual.
3.1 Mounting and Removing the Control Head
Notice The control head contains devices which can be damaged by
static discharges. Always install or remove the control head in a static-safe
environment. For information on antistatic precautions, go to the Elec-
trostatic Discharge Association (ESD) website, http://www.esda.org.
Mounting the
Control Head The control head and its connection loom are delivered separately from the
radio body. Before installing the radio, the control head should be mounted
on the radio body.
The orientation of the radio body determines which way up the control
head is mounted on the radio body.
Notice It may be necessary to mount the radio upside down to main-
tain a gap of more than 3/8 inch (10 mm) for air circulation between the
underside of the radio body and the mounting surface.

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1. Plug the control-head loom onto the control-head connector.
2. Place one edge of the control head on either the top or bottom pair
of snap features on the front of the radio body, then rotate to snap the
opposite edge into place.
Removing the
Control Head Notice During this procedure, take care that the control-head seal is
not damaged. Damage to this seal reduces environmental protection.
On the underside of the radio, two lever points are indicated on the radio
body by a dot-dash-dot pattern ( ). The lever point is between the
control-head seal and the control head.
1. At either of the lever points, insert a 3/16 inch (5 mm) flat-bladed
screwdriver between the control head and the control-head seal.
2. Use the screwdriver to lift the control head off the snap feature, then
repeat in the other position. The control head can now be removed
from the radio body.
Figure 3.1 Mounting the control head
Figure 3.2 Removing the control head
lever point
indication of
lever point
control-head
seal
control head

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3.2 Selecting the Mounting Position
Requirements for
Safe and
Convenient
Installation
Ensure the mounting position complies with the following safety warnings:
Warning Safe radio mounting!
■Mount the radio securely so that it will not break loose in
the event of a collision. An unsecured radio is dangerous
to the vehicle occupants.
■Mount the radio and the microphone where they will not
interfere with the deployment of airbags, the vehicle
operator controls, the vehicle operator’s view.
Caution The bottom surface of the radio and the heatsink fins can
become hot during prolonged operation. When installing the radio,
position the radio so that it is not possible for the radio user to touch the
bottom surface of the radio and the heatsink fins.
Gap Between Radio
Body and Mounting
Surface
Notice It may be necessary to mount the radio upside down to main-
tain a gap of more than 3/8 inch (10 mm) between the bottom surface
of the radio body and the mounting surface.
Inspect the vehicle and determine the safest and most convenient position
for mounting the radio. Make sure that there is sufficient clearance behind
the radio for the heatsink and cables.
IP54 Protection
Class
Considerations
The radio fulfils the requirements of the IP54 protection class.
Notice However, do not mount the radio in areas where it can be
temporarily submerged from an accumulation of water or other liquids
(e.g. when using a high-pressure cleaning device).
The IP54 protection class does not apply when:
■the control head is removed from the radio body
■the bungs are removed from the auxiliary connector or the cavity for the
external options connector (fitting an auxiliary connector or external
options connector will not restore the IP54 protection class)
■the programming connector cover seal is not installed (blank control
head)
■the RJ45 connector bungs are not installed (RJ45 control head)
■the grommet of the microphone or hand-held control head is not
installed
■an accessory is added which is not rated to IP54 (e.g. control-head
interface box or hand-held control head remote interface box)

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3.3 Mounting the U-Bracket
The U-bracket can be used to install the radio on the dashboard or on any
sufficiently flat surface (e.g. cabin floor or trunk). The U-bracket can be
mounted using the self-drilling screws and washers provided in the
installation kit, or nuts and bolts (not included).
Caution Although an industrial-strength recloseable fastening system
can be used to support the installation, for safety reasons Tait does not
recommend this as a mounting option.
Notice When mounting the radio on a surface, check whether the
mounting screws will screw into material providing sufficient strength.
Reinforce the mounting surface, if required.
1. If the U-bracket is being mounted over a curved surface, bend the
tabs at the bottom of the U-bracket slightly to match the surface
shape.
2. Hold the U-bracket in the position chosen for the radio and use the
mounting holes as a template to mark the mounting locations.
Use at least four screws to install the U-bracket.
The screws provided are self-drilling. For more precise positioning, pre-
drill ∅1/8 inch (3 mm) pilot holes for self-drilling screws. Reduce the
hole size in metal that is less than 1/32 inch (1mm) thick.
Notice Ensure that drilling at the selected points will not damage
existing wiring.
3. Drill any holes required for cables and install suitable grommets or
bushings in the holes.
4. Screw the U-bracket in the chosen mounting position using the self-
drilling screws and washers provided. When tightening the screws,
ensure that this does not distort the U-bracket.
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3.4 Installing the Antenna
This section provides information on installing an external antenna within
the RF exposure limits.
Install the external antenna according to the antenna manufacturer’s
instructions. Good quality 50 Ωcoaxial cable must be used, such as RG58
or UR76.
Notice Route the cable in a manner that minimizes:
■coupling into the electronic control systems of the vehicle
■coupling of electric vehicle systems, such as alternators, into the
radio
Avoid sharp bends in the cable. These distort the cable and alter its
electrical characteristics.
Warning RF exposure hazard!
To comply with FCC RF exposure limits, mount the antenna at
a location such that no person or persons can come closer than
35 inches (0.9m) to the antenna.
For >25W radios:
■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 25W radios:
■The radio must be installed using an externally mounted
antenna with a gain of either 2.15dBi or 5.15dBi.
Terminating the
Antenna Cable 1. Run the free end of the coaxial cable to the radio’s mounting position
and cut it to length, allowing approximately 8 inches (200mm) excess
at the radio end.
2. Terminate the free end of the antenna cable with the mini-UHF plug
or BNC plug (supplied) as shown in Figure 3.4.
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3.5 Connecting the Power Cable to the Power Source
This section provides information on connecting the power cable to the
power source.
Power Connector The power connector is the interface to the vehicle battery and an optional
external remote speaker. Connecting a remote speaker is described in
"Connecting a Remote Speaker" on page 21.
Notice This radio is designed to operate from a nominal 12V negative
ground supply and may draw up to 15A of current. The radio will tol-
erate a supply voltage range of 10.8V to 16.0V at the radio.
Selecting the Power
Source In passenger vehicles, the radio is always connected directly to the battery
using the power cable provided.
Notice Do not connect the radio to the center tap of two 12V batter-
ies! This may result in damage to the radio due to earth loops, in partic-
ular when the negative lead is disconnected from the vehicle battery.
It may also result in overcharging or undercharging of the batteries,
reducing their service life.
In trucks, where direct connection to the battery is often not possible, the
radio can be connected to a suitable terminal inside the fuse box that is
connected directly to the battery.
24V-to-12V
Converter In vehicles with a supply voltage larger than 16.0V, such as many trucks, it
is essential to provide a 24V-to-12V converter with a minimum rating of
15A for radios >25W and 10A for the 25W radio. This will isolate the radio
from excessive battery voltage and provide the correct DC operating
conditions. Note that most 24V-to-12V converters already fitted are not
rated sufficiently.
Standby Current When connecting the radio to the battery without using the ignition signal
as described on page 25, the standby current is approximately 50mA.
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Table 3.1 Power connector (radio) - pins and signals
Pinout Pin Signal name Description Signal type
1 AGND Earth return for radio body power
source
Ground
2 SPK– External speaker output. Balanced load
configuration
Analog
3 SPK+ External speaker output. Balanced load
configuration
Analog
4 13V8 BATT DC power input for radio body and
control head
Power
1 2 3 4
rear view
25W radio
rear view
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When using the ignition signal to turn off the radio, the standby current is
reduced to <3mA.
To reduce the standby current from 50mA to <3 mA without using the
ignition signal, connect pin 4 (AUX GPI3) and pin 15 (GND) of the
auxiliary connector.
Connecting the
Power Cable Notice Although it is possible to connect the radio in line with the
vehicle ignition, this is not recommended, as it may draw too much cur-
rent and damage the vehicle wiring and steering column or ignition
switch. This may also cause the supply voltage of the radio to drop below
the specified level.
Notice Disconnecting the vehicle’s battery may cause problems with
some electronic equipment, such as vehicle alarms, engine management
systems, and in-vehicle entertainment systems. Check that the vehicle
owner has the necessary information to make all electronic equipment
function correctly after battery reconnection.
Notice If the battery is not disconnected, exercise extreme caution
during the installation and install the fuses only when the installation is
ready to be checked. For more information, refer to "Checking the
Installation" on page 29.
1. Disconnect the vehicle’s battery unless specifically prohibited from
doing so by the customer, vehicle manufacturer, agent, or supplier.
Notice Route the cable in a manner that minimizes coupling of elec-
tric vehicle systems such as alternators into the radio.
Notice Protect the power cable from engine heat, sharp edges and
from being pinched or crushed.
2. Run the power cable between the radio’s mounting position and the
power source and cut it to length, allowing approximately 8 inches
(200 mm) excess at the radio end.
3. Plug the power cable into the power connector of the radio.
Warning Danger of fire! The radio’s protection mechanisms
rely on the correct fuses on both the negative and positive power
supply leads being present. Failure to fit the correct fuses may
result in fire or damage to the radio.
The correct fuse types are:
■>25W radios: 20A fuses (Tait IPN 265-00010-81)
■25W radios: 10A fuses (Tait IPN 265-00010-80)
4. Cut the negative and the positive wires where the in-line fuse holders
will be placed (as close to the power source as possible).
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