Installation Manual

Table Of Contents

September 17, 2004 6881098C38-O

2-12 Standard Configurations: Radio Mounting

2.2.2.2 Control Head and Remote Mount Cabling

For radios equipped with optional remote mount control heads, see

Figure 2-8 or Figure 2-9. For

radios equipped with remote handheld control heads, see Figure 2-11 or Figure 2-12. Choose a

mounting location for the radio, considering accessibility, and control and antenna cable lengths.

2.2.2.2.1 Remote W4, W5, W7, and W9 Model Control Head Installation

Figure 2-20 shows each of the control head models.

If you are required to insert any of the replaceable buttons available with these radios, refer to the

XTL 5000 Basic Service Manual (Motorola publication part number 6881096C73) for further

information.

Figure 2-20. W4, W5, W7, and W9 Control Heads

The recommended mounting surfaces for the control unit are under the dashboard, on the

transmission hump, or on the center console.

Figure 2-21 shows how the trunnion, control head, and

cables should be installed for the W4, W5, and W7 control heads. Figure 2-22 shows the installation

for the W9 model control head.

NOTE: For control head models W4, W5, and W7 only: To seal the control head and meet

U. S. MIL-STD-810D environmental specifications, covers are supplied for protection of the

control head’s rear connector pins. These covers are in the bag that is fastened to the remote

control head’s mounting trunnion.

If the VIP connector is not being used to connect options, the VIP protective cover should be

installed as shown in

Figure 2-23. If the microphone is connected to the front of the control

head, the MIC protective cover should be installed as shown in

Figure 2-23. Alternately, the

microphone can be connected to the rear connector in place of the cover, and the control head

will still be environmentally sealed.

An adjustable trunnion, which allows a number of mounting positions, is supplied for mounting the

control unit. The installation must not interfere with the operation of the vehicle or its accessories, nor

disturb passenger seating or leg room. The control head must be within convenient reach and

viewing of the user.

If the trunnion is mounted on a plastic dashboard, all four mounting screws should penetrate the

dashboard’s supporting metal frame. If that is not possible, use a metal backing plate (not supplied)

to strengthen the installation. Install the control unit as follows:

1. Use the control unit trunnion as a template to mark the mounting holes; drill 5/32" holes. If

mounting on a plastic surface, use a metal backing plate.