GroundingTo prevent accidents involving electricity and interfer-ence from transceivers, ground the receiver throughthe [GND] terminal on the rear panel.For best results, connect a heavy gauge wire or strapto a long earth-sunk copper rod. Make the distance be-tween the [GND] terminal and ground as short as pos-sible.R WARNING: NEVER connect the [GND]terminal to a gas or electric pipe, since the connec-tion could cause an explosion or electric shock. Receiver standThe base of the receiver has an adjustable stand fordesktop use. Set the stand to one of two angles de-pending on your operating conditions. Optional bracket andcarrying handleD Mounting bracketAn optional IC-MB5 MOBILE MOUNTING BRACKET is avail-able to install the radio under a table, on a wall, in avehicle, etc.Select an area to mount the receiver keeping in mindthat the weight of the receiver is approx. 3 kg.D Carrying handleAn optional handle allows you to easily carry andtransport the receiver.Attach the MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE with the suppliedrubber feet as shown.37INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONSFlat washer