1GETTING STARTEDNote: The following instructions are for use by your KENWOOD dealer, an authorized KENWOODservice facility, or the factory.SUPPLIED ACCESSORIESCarefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items listed belowbefore discarding the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damagedduring shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately.DC power cable (with fuses). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1• 15 A fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Screw set• 5 x 16 mm self-tapping screw. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4• M4 x 6 mm hex-headed screw with washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4• Spring washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4• Flat washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Microphone (with cable)• KMC-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Microphone hanger (with 4 x 16 mm self-tapping screws) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Instruction manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1PREPARATIONVarious electronic equipment in your vehicle may malfunction if they are not properly protectedfrom the radio frequency energy which is present while transmitting. Typical examples includeelectronic fuel injection, anti-skid braking, and cruise control. If your vehicle contains suchequipment, consult the dealer for the make of vehicle and enlist his/her aid in determining if theywill perform normally while transmitting.■ Power Cable ConnectionThe transceiver operates in 12 V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity andvoltage of the vehicle before installing the transceiver.1 Check for an existing hole, conveniently located in the firewall, where the powercable can be passed through.• If no hole exists, use a circle cutter to drill a hole, then install a rubber grommet.2 Run the power cable through the firewall and into the engine compartment.3 Connect the red lead to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black lead to thenegative (–) battery terminal.• Place the fuse as close to the battery as possible.4 Coil the surplus cable and secure it with a retaining band.