INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF DIGITAL REPEATER
|FR5300 UHF DIGITAL REPEATER
|FR6300 Thank you for choosing this Icom product. This product is designed and built with Icom s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. IMPORTANT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY before attempting to operate the re-
peater. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This manual contains important safety and operating in-
structions for the IC-FR5300/IC-FR6300 vhf/uhf digital repeaters. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION R WARNING!
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. FEATURES m Up to 2 channels of operation You can install a channel extension module (op-
tional UR-FR5300/UR-FR6300) into a repeater. Two channels can be operated on the same repeater when a channel extension module is in-
stalled. m Built-in 5-Tone decoder, DTMF encoder &
decoder Multiple signaling systems are built-in as standard. These systems are fully compatible with Icom F-
series radios. m DTMF remote control capability You can control the repeater from a remote loca-
tion over the air or over a phone line with DTMF. m D-Sub 25 pin ACC port equipped You can use optional equipment through the D-sub 25 pin ACC port on the repeaters rear panel. m Online control and Digital Trunking opera-
tion Online control and digital trunking operation are available when the optional UC-FR5300 trunk-
ing/network controller is installed in the re-
peater. Wide frequency coverage m Other features IC-FR5300 (VHF): 136 to 174 MHz IC-FR6300 (UHF): 330 to 400 MHz, 400 to 470 MHz, 450 to 512 MHz, 450 to 520 MHz PC programmable 19 inch rack mount Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to the Icom repeater, if the malfunction is because of:
Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earthquakes, storms, floods, lightning, other natu-
ral disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioac-
tive contamination. The use of Icom repeaters with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries. AMBE+2 is a trademark and property of Digital Voice Systems Inc. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. i PRECAUTIONS R WARNING HIGH RF VOLTAGE! NEVER touch an antenna or antenna connector while transmitting. This could cause an electrical shock or burn. R WARNING HIGH RF VOLTAGE! NEVER install the antenna at any place that person easily touch the antenna while transmitting. This could cause an elec-
trical shock or burn. R WARNING! NEVER apply AC power to the DC power receptacle on the repeater rear panel. This could cause a fire or damage the repeater. R WARNING! NEVER apply more than 16 V DC to the DC power receptacle on the repeater rear panel. This could cause a fire or damage the repeater. R WARNING! NEVER remove the fuse holder on the DC power receptacle on the repeater rear panel. Ex-
cessive current caused by a short could cause a fire or damage the repeater. R WARNING! NEVER reverse the DC power cable polarity. This could cause a fire or damage the re-
peater. R WARNING! NEVER let metal, wire or other objects contact the inside of the repeater, or make incorrect contact with connectors on the rear panel. This could cause an electric shock or damage the repeater. R WARNING! NEVER operate or touch the repeater with wet hands. This could cause an electric shock or damage to the repeater. R WARNING! NEVER operate the repeater if you notice an abnormal odor, sound or smoke. Imme-
diately turn OFF the power and/or remove the DC power cable. Contact your Icom dealer or distributor for advice. R WARNING! NEVER put the repeater on an un-
stable place where the repeater may suddenly move or fall. This could cause an injury or damage the re-
peater. CAUTION: DO NOT expose the repeater to rain, snow or any liquids. They could damage the repeater. CAUTION: DO NOT use or leave the repeater in areas with temperatures below 25C (13F) or above +55C (+131F): European or Australian versions, below 30C (22F) or above +60C
(+140F): other versions. Be aware that temperatures can exceed 80C (+176F), resulting in permanent damage to the repeater if left there for extended pe-
riods. CAUTION: DO NOT place or leave the repeater in excessively dusty environments. This could damage the repeater. CAUTION: DO NOT use harsh solvents such as ben-
zine or alcohol when cleaning. This could damage the repeater surfaces. If the surface becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. CAUTION: DO NOT put anything on top of the re-
peater. This will obstruct heat dissipation. CAUTION: DO NOT use non-Icom microphones. Other manufacturers microphones may have differ-
ent pin assignments, and could damage the connec-
tor and/or the repeater. BE CAREFUL! The heatsink will become hot when continuously transmitting the repeater for long peri-
ods of time. NEVER leave the repeater in an insecure place to avoid use by unauthorized persons. For European versions CAUTION: Hot surfaces. DO NOT touch the repeaters surface after continuously transmitting for long periods of time. The repeaters chassis radiates heat, and it will become hot to protect the power amplifier unit from overheating. Touching it may cause a burn. ii SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION W ARN ING Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as Occupational Use Only, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the General Population in an uncontrolled environment. For compliance with FCC and IC RF Exposure Requirements, the transmitter antenna installation shall comply with the following two conditions:
1. The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed 0 dBi. 2. IC-FR5300:
Transmit only when people are at least the recommended minimum distance of 60 centimeters away from the properly installed antenna. This separation distance will ensure that there is sufficient distance from a properly installed externally-mounted antenna to satisfy the RF exposure requirements in the applicable RF exposure compliance standards. 2. IC-FR6300:
Transmit only when people are at least the recommended minimum distance of 50 centimeters away from the properly installed antenna. This separation distance will ensure that there is sufficient distance from a properly installed externally-mounted antenna to satisfy the RF exposure requirements in the applicable RF exposure compliance standards. To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC and IC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
C AU TIO N DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC and IC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC and IC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the TX indicator lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT switch. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites. FCC INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful in-
terference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guar-
antee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful in-
terference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-
ferent from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech-
nician for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this repeater, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this repeater under FCC regulations. iii MISE EN GARDE: NE JAMAIS exposer le rpteur la pluie, la neige ou tout liquide. Cela pourrait endommager le rpteur. MISE EN GARDE: NE PAS utiliser ou laisser le rpteur dans des zones avec des tempratures infrieures 25C (13F) ou suprieures +55C
(+131F): versions Europennes ou Australiennes, infrieures 30C (22F) ou suprieures +60C
(+140F): dautres versions. Sachez que les tempra-
tures peuvent dpasser +80C (+176F), ce qui peut endommager dfinitivement le rpteur s'il est laiss l pendant de longues priodes. MISE EN GARDE: NE PAS placer ou laisser le rpteur dans des environnements excessivement poussireux. Cela pourrait endommager le rpteur. MISE EN GARDE: NE PAS utiliser de solvants agressifs tels que du Benzne ou de l'alcool lors du nettoyage. Cela risque d'endommager les surfaces de le rpteur. Si la surface devient poussireuse ou sale, la nettoyer avec un tissu doux et sec. MISE EN GARDE: NE PAS mettre quoi que ce soit sur le dessus du rpteur. Cela obstruera la dissipa-
tion de la chaleur. MISE EN GARDE: NE PAS utiliser de microphones autres que Icom. Les microphones des autres fabri-
cants risquent de disposer d'affectation de broches diffrentes, et pourrait endommager le connecteur et/
ou le rpteur. MISE EN GARDE: Le rpteur chauffe en cas d'utilisation continue pendant une longue dure de le rpteur. NE JAMAIS laisser le rpteur dans un endroit peu sr pour viter que des personnes non autorises ne l'utilisent. PRCAUTIONS R AVERTISSEMENT TENSION HAUTES RF! NE JAMAIS toucher l'antenne ou le connecteur de l'antenne pendant une transmission. Cela pourrait causer un choc lectrique ou des brulures. R AVERTISSEMENT TENSION HAUTES RF! NE JAMAIS installer l'antenne n'importe quel endroit o cette personne touche facilement lantenne tout en transmettant. Cela pourrait causer un choc lectrique ou des brulures. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS appliquer une source de courant alternatif au rceptacle de puissance CC sur le panneau arrire du rpteur. Cela pourrait causer un incendie ou endommager le rpteur. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS appliquer plus de 16 V CC au rceptacle de puissance CC sur le panneau arrire du rpteur. Cela pourrait causer un incendie ou endommager le rpteur. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS retirer le porte-
fusible sur le rceptacle de puissance CC sur le pan-
neau arrire du rpteur. Un courant excessif provo-
qu par un court-circuit pourrait causer un incendie ou endommager le rpteur. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS inverser la polar-
it du cble d'alimentation CC. Cela pourrait causer un incendie ou endommager le rpteur. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS permettre que du mtal, un fil ou d'autres objets soit au contact de l'intrieur du rpteur ou raccorder incorrectement les connecteurs sur le panneau arrire. Cela pour-
rait provoquer une lectrocution ou endommager le rpteur. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS utiliser ou toucher le rpteur avec des mains mouilles. Cela pourrait causer un choc lectrique ou endommager le rpteur. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS faire fonction-
ner le rpteur si vous dtectez une odeur, un bruit ou une fume anormaux. Mettre immdiatement lappareil hors tension et/ou dbrancher le cble dalimentation CC. Contactez votre revendeur ou distributeur Icom pour obtenir des conseils. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS placer le r-
pteur sur un support instable o il risque de se dplacer brusquement ou de tomber. Cela pourrait causer des blessures ou endommager le rpteur. iv INFORMATION SUR LA FORMATION LA SCURIT Votre radio Icom produit une nergie lectromagntique de radiofrquences
(RF), en mode de transmission. Cette radio est conue pour un usage A V E R T I S S E M E N T professionnel seulement et classe comme tel, ce qui signifie quelle doit tre utilise uniquement dans le cadre dun travail par des personnes conscientes des dangers et des mesures visant minimiser ces dangers. Elle NEST PAS conue pour une utilisation grand public, dans un environnement non contrl. Afin de satisfaire aux exigences de la FCC et dIC en matire dexposition aux RF, il est ncessaire que lantenne soit installe conformment aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. Le gain de lantenne du radio metteur ne doit pas dpasser 0 dBi. 2. IC-FR5300:
Transmettre que lorsque les gens sont au moins la distance minimale recommande de 60 centimtres de lantenne est correctement install. Cette distance de scurit assurera que les personnes soient places suffisamment loin dune antenne correctement fixe lextrieur pour satisfaire aux exigences en matire dexposition aux RF, en vertu des normes de conformit applicables. 2. IC-FR6300:
Transmettre que lorsque les gens sont au moins la distance minimale recommande de 50 centimtres de lantenne est correctement install. Cette distance de scurit assurera que les personnes soient places suffisamment loin dune antenne correctement fixe lextrieur pour satisfaire aux exigences en matire dexposition aux RF, en vertu des normes de conformit applicables. Afin de vous assurer que votre exposition une nergie lectromagntique de RF se situe dans les limites permises par la FCC et dIC MISE EN GARDE pour une utilisation grand public, veuillez en tout temps respecter les directives suivantes:
NE PAS faire fonctionner la radio sans quune antenne approprie y soit fixe, car ceci risque dendommager la radio et causer une exposition suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC et dIC. Lantenne approprie est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne spcialement autorise par le fabricant pour tre utilise avec cette radio. NE PAS mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total dutilisation de lappareil (50% du facteur dutilisation). mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total dutilisation peut causer une exposition aux RF suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC et dIC. Lorsque le voyant DEL rouge sallume, cette radio est en train dmettre. La radio mettra si vous appuyez sur le bouton du microphone. Interfrence lectromagntique et compatibilit En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de lnergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interfrences avec dautres appareils ou systmes. Pour viter de telles interfrences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs o une signalisation lexige. NE PAS faire fonctionner lmetteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement lectromagntique tels que les hpitaux, les aronefs et les sites de dynamitage. INFORMATION FCC Cet quipement a t test et reconnu conforme aux limites fixes pour un appareil numrique de classe B, conformment au point 15 de la rglementation FCC. Ces limites ont t fixes afin dassurer une protection raisonnable contre les interfrences nocives dans une installation rsidentielle. Cet quipement gnre, utilise et peut mettre un rayonnement de frquence radio. Sil na pas t install conformment aux instructions, il peut par ailleurs crer des interfrences perturbant les communications radio. Toutefois, il ny a aucune garantie que les interfrences ne se produiront pas dans une installation particulire. Si cet quipement cre des interfrences perturbant la rception de la radio ou de la tlvision, comme cela peut tre dtermin en teignant et en allumant lquipement, lutilisateur est invit essayer de corriger linterfrence en prenant une ou plusieurs des mesures ci-aprs:
Rorienter ou changer de place lantenne de rception. loigner lquipement et le rcepteur. Connecter lquipement sur une prise sur un autre circuit que celui sur lequel le rcepteur est connect. Faire appel au revendeur ou un technicien radio/
TV expriment. MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement ou modification, non expressment approuv par Incom Inc, peut annuler lautorisation de lutilisateur utiliser cet appareil conformment la rglementation FCC. v SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES The following accessories are supplied. Handles For handle attachment Spacers Screws DC power cable
(OPC-1784) DC power cable for cooling fan (CAB-1149) OPTIONS SP-35 external speaker Compact and easy-to-install. Input impedance: 4 Rated input: 5 W Maximum input: 7 W HM-152 hand microphone SM-26 desktop microphone UR-FR5300/UR-FR6300 channel extension modules UC-FR5300 trunking/network controller Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details. TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT .............................................................. i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ............................................ i FEATURES ................................................................ i PRECAUTIONS ..........................................................ii SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ........................iii FCC INFORMATION .................................................iii PRCAUTIONS .........................................................iv INFORMATION SUR LA FORMATION LA SCURIT ............................ v INFORMATION FCC ................................................. v SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ......................................vi OPTIONS ..................................................................vi 1. PANEL DESCRIPTION ........................................ 1 Front panel ........................................................ 1 D Function display ............................................ 2 Rear panel ........................................................ 2 D Accessory connector .................................... 3 2. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ............... 4 Unpacking ......................................................... 4 Selecting a location ........................................... 4 Antenna connection .......................................... 4 Power supply connection .................................. 4 Replacing fuse .................................................. 4 D Line fuse replacement .................................. 4 Mounting the repeater ....................................... 4 D Using the supplied handles ........................... 4 Front panel connection ..................................... 5 Rear panel connection ...................................... 5 Installing the Channel extension module .......... 6 D Opening Case ............................................... 6 D Installation .................................................... 6 D Assemble the unit ......................................... 7 3. OPERATION ......................................................... 8 Receiving and transmitting ............................... 8 D Repeater operation ....................................... 8 D Base station operation .................................. 8 4. MAINTENANCE ................................................... 9 Troubleshooting ................................................ 9 5. INFORMATION ................................................... 10 About CE and DOC ........................................ 10 Disposal .......................................................... 10 Voice coding technology ................................. 10 Installation notes ............................................. 11 vi 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel q INTERNAL SPEAKER Outputs the received audio. w VOLUME CONTROL [VOLUME] (p. 8) Adjusts the audio output level. e SELECTOR DIAL [SELECT]
Adjusts the squelch threshold level, or selects the operating channel, depending on the presetting. r POWER INDICATOR [PWR]
z The A module indicator lights green while the repeater is ON. z When you install the channel extension module, the selected module indicator lights green and the unselected module indicator lights orange while the repeater is ON. t TRANSMIT INDICATOR [TX]
Lights red while transmitting. y BUSY INDICATOR [BUSY]
Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the noise squelch is open. About [PWR], [TX] and [BUSY] indicators:
A and B modules indicators are usable for the following indications. A module indicator corre-
sponds to the original module, and the B module indicator corresponds to an extended module. q w Function display e r t y P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 o i u u MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC]
The 8-pin modular jack accepts an optional micro-
phone. KEEP the [MIC] connector cover attached to the repeater when you dont use an optional micro-
phone. q i
(Front panel view) q +8 V DC output (Max. 15 mA) w Output port for PC programming e NC r M PTT (Input port for TX control) t Microphone ground y Microphone input u Ground i Input port for PC programming i POWER SWITCH [POWER]
z Push to turn ON the repeater. z Hold down for 3 seconds to turn OFF the repeater. z When you install a channel extension module, and while the repeater is ON, push one or two times to select the desired module to operate the repeater as a base station. The power indicator of the selected module lights green, and the other lights orange. o DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS Desired functions can be independently preset by your dealer. Ask your dealer for details. Because these keys are programmable, the functions are unique to each unit. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 D Function display q w e r I C O M I n c . t y q SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR Indicates the relative signal strength level. w LOW POWER INDICATOR Displayed when low output power is selected. e AUDIBLE INDICATOR Displayed when the channel is in the audible (un-
mute) mode. r GNSS INDICATOR Displayed when a UC-FR5300 is installed, and the GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) posi-
tioning is established. This indicator can be deactivated using program-
ing software. t ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY Shows a variety of text and code information. y KEY ICON Displayed when the key assigned as [Lock] or [Tx Disable] and it is active. Rear panel q w e r yt The optional channel extension module can be installed here. Ask your dealer for details. The optional trunking/network controller can be installed here. Ask your dealer for details. The repeater rear panel may be different, depending on the repeaters version. q DC POWER CONNECTOR (For cooling fans) Connects to an external DC power source using the supplied CAB-1149 DC power cable to activate the cooling fans. r ACCESSORY CONNECTOR [ACC]
Connects to the accessory connector. See page 3 for the accessory connector information. See page 5 for connection details. w EXTERNAL SPEAKER CONNECTOR [SP]
Connects to the optional speaker SP-35. e RECEIVE ANTENNA CONNECTOR [RX]
Connects to a receive antenna (impedance: 50 ). t DC POWER RECEPTACLE Connects to an external DC power source using the supplied OPC-1784 DC power cable. See page 5 for connection details. y TRANSMIT ANTENNA CONNECTOR [TX]
Connects to a transmit antenna (impedance: 50 ). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 2 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION D Accessory connector
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!3 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Pin Name NC TXD RXD RTS CTS NC GND MOD IN DISC OUT EXT. D/A VCC NC NC GND Description No connection Input terminal for serial communication data. Output terminal for serial communication data. Input terminal for request-to-send data. Output terminal for clear-to-send data. No connection Serial/digital signal ground Modulation input from an external terminal unit. Output terminal for AF signals from the AF detector circuit. Output level is fixed, regardless of the [AF] control setting. Output terminal. The desired function can be assigned.*1 (Default: Null) 13.6 V DC output*2 No connection No connection Ground EXT.I/O 15 A desired function can be assigned.*1 (Default: Null) A desired function can be assigned.*1
(Default: P0 Monitor Output) EXT.I/O 16 EXT.I/O 17 A desired function can be assigned.*1 (Default: Busy Output) EXT.I/O 18 A desired function can be assigned.*1 (Default: Null) EXT.I/O 19 A desired function can be assigned.*1 (Default: Null) NC EXT.I/O 21 AF OUT EXT.I/O 23 No connection A desired function can be assigned.*1
(Default: Analog Audible Output) The AF detector Output. A desired function can be assigned.*1
(Default: Mic Mute Output) EXT.I/O 24 A desired function can be assigned.*1 (Default: Null) EXT.I/O 25 A desired function can be assigned.*1 (Default: Null) Specification Input level: 85 mV rms Output level: 300 mV rms Output current: Less than 100 mA
*1 A desired function can be assigned using the optional programming software CS-FR5300. Ask your dealer for details.
*2 13.2 V for European or Australian versions. 3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2 Unpacking After unpacking, immediately report any damage to the delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping cartons. Replacing fuse If a fuse blows, or the repeater stops functioning, find the source of the problem, repair it, and then replace the damaged fuse with a new rated one. For a description and a diagram of accessory equipment included with the repeater, see SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES on page vi of this manual. Selecting a location Select a location for the repeater that allows adequate air circulation, free from extreme heat, cold, or vibra-
tions, and other electromagnetic sources. Never place the transceiver in areas such as:
Temperatures below 25C (13F) or above +55C
(+131F): European or Australian versions, below 30C (22F) or above +60C (+140F): other ver-
sions. An unstable place that slopes or vibrates. In direct sunlight. High humidity and temperature environments. Dusty environments. Noisy environments. Antenna connection For radio communications, the antenna is a critical component, along with output power and sensitivity. Select antenna(s), such as a well-matched 50 an-
tenna and feedline. We recommends 1.5:1 or better of Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) for the de-
sired band. Of course, the transmission line should be a coaxial cable. CAUTION: DO NOT install the repeater without a lightning arrestor to help protect the repeater from lightning. NOTE: Many publications describe proper antennas and their installation. Check with your local dealer for more information and recommendations. Power supply connection Confirm the repeater is OFF before connecting the DC power cable. R WARNING! NEVER apply more than 16 V DC to the DC power receptacle on the repeater rear panel. This could cause a fire or damage the re-
peater. CAUTION: DO NOT replace the fuse with the DC power cable connected to the power source. Disconnect the cable to prevent electric shock and/
or equipment damage. D Line fuse replacement USE only a specified fuse. Fuse rating: 32 V 20 A Fuse rating: 125 V 1 A Mounting the repeater D Using the supplied handles When mounting the repeater into a 19-inch rack, use the supplied handles. Install the handles on the re-
peaters front panel, as described below. 1. Attach the supplied handles to both sides of the repeaters front panel with the spacers, and then tighten the screws. P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 Screw Handle Spacer 2. The completed installation should look like this. P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 4 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS Front panel connection HM-152 HAND MICROPHONE
(optional) SM-26 DESKTOP MICROPHONE
(optional) q i MICROPHONE CONNECTOR (Front panel view) P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 q +8 V DC output (Max. 15 mA) w Output port for PC programming e NC r M PTT (Input port for TX control) t Microphone ground y Microphone input u Ground i Input port for PC programming CAUTION: DO NOT short pin 1 to ground as this can damage the internal 8 V regulator. DC voltage is applied to pin 1 for microphone operation. We only recommend Icom microphones. Rear panel connection EXTERNAL SPEAKER 4 external speaker.
(3.5 W min.)
[RX ANT]
(p. 4) ACC CONNECTOR (p. 3) Used for external equipment control.
[TX ANT] (p. 4) Supplied DC power cable (CAB-1149)*1 Red Black AC outlet 125 V 1 A fuses DC power supply*2 13.6 V, at least 20 A Red
Black _ 32 V 20 A fuses R WARNING!
NEVER remove the fuse holder from the DC power recepta-
cle or cable. R When you disconnect the DC power cable, take care to not crack of your fingernail. w q Push AC cable Red Black Supplied DC power cable (OPC-1784)
*1 This connection is used to activate the cooling fan on the front panel.
*2 A DC power supply is required 13.2 V for European or Australian versions, or at least 10 A for 25 W versions. 5 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2 Installing the Channel extension module D Opening Case 1. Remove the 7 screws from the top and the 2 screws each from both sides of the repeater, then slide off the top cover in the direction of the arrow, as illustrated below. D Installation Install the UR-FR5300 or UR-FR6300
(channel extension module) 1. Attach the supplied single brackets to both sides of the channel extension module, and tighten the 2 supplied screws (M4 8 mm) on each side. 2. Remove the 3 screws from the bottom and the 2 screws each from both sides of the repeater. P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 2. Install the channel extension module using the supplied screws (Tapping screws: M3 8 mm, Set screws: M3 6 mm), as shown below. Set screws Tapping screws Channel extension module Channel module
(original) 3. Disconnect the control cable from the channel module (original), then remove the front panel. Channel module
(original) Front panel P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 4. Remove the 6 screws from the front panel, then remove the shielding plate and rubber seal. Shielding plate Rubber seal Connect the control cable 1. 2. Connect the supplied control cable to J502 on the front board, as shown below. Cut the rubber caps of the control cables, then insert the rubber caps to the front panels chassis, as shown below. w q J502 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 6 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS D Assemble the unit 1. Replace the rubber seal and shielding plate on the front panel, then tighten the 6 screws. Make sure the rubber seal is correctly seated in the groove of the chassis. Be sure to match the correct positions of the holes of the shielding plate and projections of the front panels chassis. Holes Rubber seal Projections 2. Connect the control cables to the channel modules. Channel extention module Channel module
(original) Longer cable
(upper side) P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 Shorter cable
(lower side) 3. Return the front panel, top cover, and screws to their original positions. P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 P0 P1 P2 P3 P4 7 Receiving and transmitting D Repeater operation Ask your dealer for details of the repeaters preset-
tings. zz zWhen the repeater is ON, the [PWR] indicator lights green. (p. 1) zz zThe [TX] or [BUSY] indicator lights simultaneously while transmitting/receiving a signal. The [TX] indicator lights red. The [BUSY] indicator lights green. NOTE: The repeater has a built-in power amplifier protector. A protector circuit is activated when the repeater temperature becomes exceptionally high, due to long periods of transmitting, to reduce the transmit output power level. The output power will return to its normal level when the repeater has cooled down. OPERATION 3 D Base station operation Receiving 1. 2. Set the audio and squelch levels. Push [POWER] to turn ON the power. z Rotate [SELECT]*1 fully counterclockwise in z Rotate [VOLUME] to adjust the audio output advance. level. z Rotate [SELECT]*1 clockwise until the noise just disappears. 3. Push [CH Up]*2 or [CH Down]*2 to select the desired channel. When receiving a signal, the [BUSY] indicator lights green, and audio is heard from the speaker. Further adjustment of [VOLUME] to a comfortable listening level may be necessary at this point.
*1 When the [SQL Level Up/Down] key function is assigned
*2 When the [CH Up]/[CH Down] key functions are as-
to [SELECT]. signed. Transmitting 1. Take the microphone off the hook. 2. Wait for the channel to become open. 3. Hold down [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the microphone at your normal voice level. 4. Release [PTT] to receive. IMPORTANT:
To maximize the audio quality of the transmitted signal:
1. Pause briefly after pushing [PTT]. 2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inch) from your mouth, then speak at your normal voice level. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 8 4 MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting The following chart is designed to help you correct problems that are not equipment malfunctions. If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem or solve it through the use of this chart, contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION DC power cable is improperly connected. Correctly reconnect the DC power cable. pp. 4, REF. 5 Fuse is blown. Find the cause and repair it, then replace p. 4 the fuse with a rated one. The volume level is too low. Rotate [VOLUME] clockwise to obtain a p. 8 Power does not come on when
[POWER] is pushed. No sound comes from the speaker. The squelch is closed. suitable listening level. While in the base operating mode, rotate
[SELECT] to counterclockwise to open the squelch. (When the [SQL Level Up/
Down] key function is assigned to [SE-
LECT].) p. 8 audio mute function OFF. Turn OFF the appropriate function. The audio mute function is activated. Push [MONI] (if assigned) to turn the A selective call or squelch function is activated, such as 5-Tone call or tone squelch. The front speaker is set to OFF. Turn ON the front speaker using the op-
tional programming software CS-FR5300. Ask your dealer for details. Sensitivity is low, and only strong signals are audible. Antenna feedline or the antenna con-
nector has a poor connection or short-
circuited. Check and reconnect (or replace if neces-
sary), the antenna feedline or antenna connector. p. 5 Output power is too low. Output power is set to Low. Push [HIGH/LOW] (if assigned) to select High power. The power amplifier protecttor circuit is Cool down the repeater or stop accessing activated. the repeater until it has cooled down. No contact possible with another station. squelch. The other station is using signaling Turn the signaling squelch function ON. The operation mode is set to the Full-
duplex mode. (Base station operation) Set the operation mode to the Simplex mode, if the other station is in the Simplex mode. 9 INFORMATION 5 Voice coding technology The AMBE+2 voice coding Technology embodied in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding Tech-
nology is licensed solely for use within this Communi-
cations Equipment. The user of this Technology is explicitly prohibited from attempting to extract, remove, decompile, re-
verse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code into a human-
readable form. U.S. Patent Nos.
#8,595,002, #8,359,197, #8,315,860, #8,200,497,
#7,970,606, and #6,912,495 B2. About CE and DOC Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the versions of IC-FR5300 and IC-FR6300 which have the CE symbol on the product, comply with the essential requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive, 2014/53/EU, and the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive, 2011/65/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
https://www.icomjapan.com/support/
Disposal The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your product, literature, or packaging reminds you that in the European Union, all electrical and electronic products, batteries, and accumulators
(rechargeable batteries) must be taken to designated collection locations at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 10 5 INFORMATION Installation notes Compliance of base station transmitter installations with EN50385 The installation of this equipment and its associated antenna should be made in such a manner as to respect the EC recommended electromagnetic (EM) field exposure limits. (1999/519/EC) In order not to exceed these exposure limits it is necessary to determine the Compliance Boundary, that means the volume within which the EM field radiated by the transmitter/antenna installation may exceed the 1999/519/EC limits. You will then need to ensure that members of the general public do not have access within this area. The actual Compliance Boundary for this repeater will be totally dependant on the antenna, feeder, RF amplifier and other passive or active devices used in the installation. The RF output power of this repeater is 25 watts. The figures contained in this guide are based on the recommended limits for the general public and are obtained by worst case numerical analysis. For a definitive evaluation of any given installation, measurements should be made with an EM field meter and a broadband calibrated probe. Installation The antenna should be installed as high as possible for maximum efficiency and minimum EM field at ground-level. The evaluation of radiated field should take into account any additional RF amplifiers used, any loss in the antenna feeder cable and the gain of the antenna used as well as its polar radiation pattern. If there are any objects or structures larger than half a wavelength close to the antenna, or within the clearance distances specified, then these can cause reflections which will have an effect on the overall radiation pattern. For any installation you need to consider height clearance (i.e. the height above any place where persons may have access) and front clearance
(i.e. the distance in front of the antenna where the radiated field may exceed the recommended limits). Normally with an antenna installed on a reasonably high mast or tower, there will not be any access point directly in front but care should be exercised when there are other buildings higher than the antenna within the vicinity. 11 Installation with a vertical type antenna at VHF-UHF You need to consider the distances between the antenna and any point where persons may have access. Allowing an average height of 1.8 m for a person in the vicinity of the antenna the clearance distances can be evaluated as follows. For the antenna a forward gain of 1.6 and downward gain of unity has been assumed. Power EIRP Distance Height clearance 1.6 watts 1 watt 16 watts 10 watts 40 watts 25 watts 100 watts 160 watts 1 kW 1600 watts 0.32 m 2.1 cm 2.8 m 3.4 m 5 m 12 m 1 m 1.6 m 3.2 m 10 m Front clearance 0.4 m 1.3 m 2 m 4 m 13 m Installation with a yagi or directive type antenna Exposure distance assumes that the predominant radiation pattern is forwards and that radiation vertically downwards is at unity gain (sidelobe suppression is equal to main lobe gain). This is true of almost every gain antenna today. Exposed persons are assumed to be beneath the antenna array and have a typical height of 1.8 m. The figures assume the worst case emission of constant carrier. RF power Clearance heights by frequency band Watts 102 m 70 cm 23 cm 1 10 25 100 1000 2.1 m 2.8 m 3.4 m 5 m 12 m 2 m 2.7 m 3.3 m 4.7 m 11.5 m 2 m 2.5 m 2.7 m 3.6 m 7.3 m 13 cm and above 2 m 2.3 m 2.5 m 3.2 m 6.3 m EIRP Watts 100 1,000 10,000 100,000 23 cm 102 m 70 cm Forward clearance, EIRP by frequency band 13 cm and above 0.7 m 3 m 7 m 29 m 1.1 m 3.5 m 11 m 35 m 2 m 6.5 m 20 m 65 m 2 m 6 m 18 m 60 m INFORMATION 5 Operating Notes All of the above comments on RF safety assume that the radio is transmitting continuously in a constant carrier mode such as FM or RTTY et c. The RF exposure limits recommended by the EC are based on the mean power averaged over a 6 minute period. Therefore if the total transmit time during any 6 minute period is reduced, then the installation will be even further within the recommended limits. Typical installation example A UHF base station transmitter is to be installed on the roof of an office. The transmit power is 25 watts, there is 20 m of RG-213 coaxial cable and the antenna is vertically polarised dipole. The specification of the RG-213 cable gives a loss of 1.5 dB/10 m. There will be 3 dB loss for the 20 m length used. The RF power at the antenna input will be 12.5 watts. The dipole antenna has a forward gain of 0 dBd or 1.6, giving an EIRP of 20 watts. Referring to the table above for VHF/UHF vertical antennas, this gives a front clearance distance of approx. 1.5 m and a height clearance of 3 m. The antenna installation needs to ensure that the lowest part of the antenna is at least 3 m above any point where the general public may gain access and that they cannot pass within 1.5 m in front of the antenna. If there is no general public access to the roof in question then the antenna could be mounted on a short stub mast. If there is such access to the roof then the antenna could be mounted on top of a short mast of 3.2 m high. The mast position should be such that the antenna can radiate clearly i.e. no other object or structure is within 1.5 m (preferably more). It should be relatively easy to fulfil all these recommendations. If for any reason such minimum distances are impossible to guarantee then some type of access control fence or barrier around the antenna installation should be provided. Should a Yagi type antenna be used then you will have to obtain a 3 dimensional polar plot of the radiation characteristic from the manufacturer and evaluate the clearance distances in both vertical and horizontal planes. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 A7579H-1EX-2a Printed in Japan 20202021 Icom Inc. Sep. 2021 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan TECHNICAL INFORMATION Frequency Range and Output Power IC-FR5300 VHF Digital Repeater Frequency Range Output Power Version IC-FR6300 UHF Digital Repeater Frequency Range Version Output Power USA EXP-01/EXP-03 CAN AUS EXP-02 EUR Channel spacing 136 174 MHz 50 W 25 W USA:
EXP-01/03, CAN, AUS: 6.25 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 25 kHz EXP-02, EUR:
7.5 kHz, 15 kHz 6.25 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 20 kHz, 25 kHz USA-01/USA-04 EXP-01/EXP-06 CAN EXP-03 USA-03/USA-06 EXP-05/EXP-10 AUS EXP-02 EUR Channel spacing 400 470 MHz 330 400 MHz 450 512 MHz 450 520 MHz 50 W 400 470 MHz 25 W 6.25 kHz, 12.5 kHz USA:
EXP, EUR: 6.25 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 20 kHz, 25 kHz CAN, AUS: 6.25 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 25 kHz A7579W-5EX