TM8260 Installation and Programming Guide Safety and Regulatory Warnings 7© Tait Limited October 20141 Safety and Regulatory WarningsThis section contains important information on the safe installation of theradio system. You must read this information before starting the installation.You must also read and observe the safety information on radio operationprovided in the safety and compliance information and the user’s guide.1.1 RF Exposure HazardTo comply with FCC RF exposure limits:For radios with a transmit power >25W:■ VHF radios must be installed using an antenna mounted centrally on thevehicle roof, with a gain of 2.15dBi or 5.15dBi.■ UHF and 800MHz radios must be installed using an antenna mountedeither centrally on the roof with a gain of 2.15dBi or 5.65dBi, orcentrally mounted on the trunk with a gain of 5.65dBi.For radios with a transmit power of 25W:■ The radio must be installed using an externally mounted antenna with again of either 2.15dBi or 5.15dBi.In all cases, the antenna must not be mounted at a location such that anyperson or persons can come closer than 35 inches (0.9m) to the antenna.1.2 Vehicle Manufacturer’s Installation InstructionsInstallation of this product in a vehicle must be performed according to theinstructions provided by the vehicle manufacturer. For more information,refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s website or contact the vehiclemanufacturer’s dealer.1.3 MPT 1362 Code of PracticeMobile radios should be installed in accordance with the MPT 1362 Codeof Practice.>25W25W