Specifications

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unnecessary. Post installation road testing should, however, always be considered to ensure that there
are no adverse EMC effects between the installed equipment and the vehicle systems.
The decision to road test is influenced by the following parameters:
• the type, complexity and end use of the vehicle
• knowledge and experience of the installer
• vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations
• the type of installed equipment
• equipment manufacturer recommendations
• frequency band
• RF power
• antenna type and location
• customer requirements
5.3.6.1. Requirements for undertaking a road test safely
Should on-road testing be required it must
• Only be carried out with the vehicle owner’s permission
• Only be undertaken if a suitably qualified and insured driver is available
Safety dictates that road testing should be a two-person operation where applicable. Ideally the person
carrying out the tests should not drive the vehicle at the same time.
Wherever possible the usual driver of the vehicle should take part in the road test. This will provide an
additional degree of quality assurance in that the driver is familiar with the vehicle and can better check if
there is any degradation of vehicle performance.
5.3.7. Recording findings of a road test
The results of all road testing should be recorded.
Where on-road testing has not been carried out, and in particular where it has been recommended to the
customer, a statement to that effect should be included in the installation report and signed off by the
customer.