286 INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL■ Transceiver installationq Insert a 3/32 inch allen wrench into the 2 holes in the frontpanel.w Turn the wrench counterclockwise until the front panel isloose.• A cable connects the front panel with the main unit.e CAREFULLY disconnect the flat cable from the frontpanel’s connector to remove the front panel.r Visually confirm that the metal catches on the top andbottom of the transceiver are as shown below.t Turn the wrench clockwise until the main unit is fixed tothe installation rack.• Turn the wrench in the upper socket as shown below whenusing the installation rack for Icom products.• Turn the wrench when in the lower socket as shown belowwhen using the installation rack for 3rd party* products.y Replace the disconnected cable and put the front panelback in place.■ Transceiver removalThe IC-A210 may easily be removed from the installationrack, if desired.q Perform the same steps as q–e of “Transceiver installa-tion” to remove the front panel (See the left column).w Turn the wrench counterclockwise until the main unitmoves slightly from the installation rack.• See t of “Transceiver installation” for details.e Pull out the main unit slowly from the installation rack.RCLMEMOFFVOLPUSHTESTCOMMDUAL ECiA210Disconnectfrom here.• Front panel rear view• Main unit top/bottom view• Main unit front viewUse for pre-existingIcom radio installationsUse for pre-existing 3rd party radio* installations*Ask your dealer for available products details.See the “INSTALLATION GUIDE” for details when attachingIC-A210.CAUTION: Treat the flat cable with care when discon-necting it to avoid possible damage.Improper care disconnecting the cable can cause damageand result in severe non-warranty repair.CAUTION: Make sure that the flat cable between themain unit and front panel is securely and straight con-nected. The transceiver may not function properly whenloose or when a wrong connection is made.Improper care disconnecting the cable can cause damageand result in severe non-warranty repair.