Grounding

Energy generated by Near-Lightning Strikes (NLS) and atmospheric static build-up can be conducted by the product, via the VHF antenna. To ensure that this energy is safely discharged, the grounding stud connection located on the product MUST be connected (via the supplied grounding strap) to the vessel battery’s 0V negative terminal.

Failure to connect the grounding stud to the vessel battery’s 0V negative terminal may cause permanent damage to the product and invalidate your product’s warranty.

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Important

This is NOT an optional connection.

Note

If your vessel is constructed of an electrically conductive material such as steel, aluminium or carbon fibre, you MUST ensure that the VHF antenna’s outer mount is insulated / isolated from the vessel structure.

  1. M5 Nut (supplied).

  2. M5 Shakeproof washer (supplied).

  3. Grounding strap (supplied), connected to vessel battery’s 0V negative battery terminal.

  4. Grounding stud.