Does the antenna have to be 3 feet from the radio or is it at least 3 feet of cable between the two? I’ve read both and want to do it right the first time.
Thanks.
My Shakespeare antenna installation instructions said to not cut the cable any shorter that 3 ft. Don’t recall any restrictions on radio placement.
Angler 204 FX
Yamaha 150
The three foot rule for antenna mount away from the radio is because any closer and you will get a squeal (■■■■■■■■) from the antenna thru the radio.
The three foot rule for cable length is because any shorter and you actually loose signal strength from the radio to the antenna.
If you can, mount the antenna as high as you can. Install the radio as far away from anything else metal or electrical. And last, if you have the means, test the radio output (in watts) and signal loss from the radio to the antenna with An SWR meter. If you live close to James Island call me and you can use mine.
Mike Crouch
Sea Tow Charleston
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One other concern is to not mount the radio to close to your compass. The receiver has a magnet in the speaker that will cause some major deviation. Just a note before you start drilling holes.
Dorado II
Carolina Skiff 25DLV
Sounds like Ian payed attention in class[:0]
Mike Crouch
Sea Tow Charleston
843-881-8949
Sea School Charleston
843-747-1000
www.seatow.com
www.seaschool.com
My favorite part of the captains class. The thing about your compass readings and changing magnetic to true. True Virgins Make Dull Companions Add Whiskey!!!
Dorado II
Carolina Skiff 25DLV