User's Guide

Note: When the IMR-FT micro-USB cable is disconnected, communication with the host
computer running the application software may be interrupted, and application settings
may need to be changed to establish a wireless Bluetooth® connection between the host
and the IMR-FT. Those settings may need to be changed again when reconnecting in the
vehicle via the micro-USB cable. Refer to your application documentation for instructions
on USB and Bluetooth connection settings.
Rubber Duck Antenna Assembly
You may pre-assemble the supplied connector adapter to the rubber duck antenna by
threading the adapter into the rubber duck antenna connector, making sure not to cross-
thread the adapter. Finger-tighten the adapter securely to the antenna. The adapter may be
left connected to the rubber duck antenna when the antenna is not in use.
Using the IMR-FT and rubber duck antenna
1. Disconnect the DC power, antenna, and micro-USB cables from the IMR-FT and remove it
from its Mounting Jacket. See Removing the IMR-FT from the Mounting Jacket on page
32. If the IMR-FT is under power in the vehicle it will automatically switch to internal battery
power.
2. Attach the pre-assembled rubber duck antenna to the IMR-FT by threading the adapter
onto the IMR-FT charge base antenna connector, making sure not to cross-thread the
adapter. Finger-tighten the adapter securely to the charge base connector and check that
the antenna is still securely threaded onto the adapter.
3. Upon returning to the vehicle, remove the rubber duck antenna and adapter from the
charge base antenna connector. The adapter may be left connected to the rubber duck
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