11The cover (2) is fixed to the tuner body (3) with 5 mounting brackets (4). Place the tun-er on a flat leveled surface with connectors facing down. Unscrew the 5 bolts (1) andcarefully lift the weather protection cover off the tuner body. If the tuner will be deskmounted, the weather cover (2) and mounting brackets (4) should be safely stored.The mounting brackets (4) are removed by placing the tuner with the connectors facingup and unscrewing the 10 bolts (5), holding the brackets. If the tuner will be mast orwall mounted, the weather protective cover (2) will be reassembled after mounting theselected mast or wall bracket.2.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION OF DELIVERED PACKAGENOTEBefore undertaking tuner installation, read this manualthoroughly.Upon shipment arrival carefully inspect the shipped cartons for mechanical damage.Remove all contents from the cartons and inspect the tuner chassis and all installationaccessories for any missing items according to the order, as well as for any transpor-tation damages. If you notice anything missing or damaged, immediately notify yourACOM dealer. Any delay may void the warranty of the carrier.Store safely the unused accessories and entire packing for possible future use ortransportation.2.2 POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGEThe tuner is powered by direct-current voltage +26VDC +10/-15%, supplied throughthe coaxial cable from the ACOM amplifier RF output to the RF input of the tuner, la-beled 50 Ohm RF +26VDC POWER & CONTROL.CAUTIONIn order to avoid any damage (not covered by the war-ranty), never connect the input jack of the tuner, labeled50 Ohm RF+26VDC POWER & CONTROL to any powersource except the output of an amplifier from the ACOMtransistor series.2.3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION FOR INDOOR OPERATIONNOTEFor installation and connection for remote / outdoor opera-tion see S. 2.4.If the desk mounting option is chosen, the tuner is placed on the desk with theconnectors facing to the back, rubber feet facing down and secured in place with theprovided desk bracket (Fig. 2-2). The decorative black anodized aluminum faceplateprovides an aesthetic look, matching any high-end ham radio setup.