INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF P25 TRUNKING HANDHELD TRANSCEIVERS iF9011B/S/T UHF P25 TRUNKING HANDHELD TRANSCEIVERS iF9021B/S/T iF9023B/S/T The photo shows the 10-key type VHF transceiver. IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual contains important oper ating instructions for the IC-F9011B/S/T VHF P25 TRUNKING HANDHELD TRANSCEIVERS and the IC-F9021B/S/T, IC-F9023B/S/T UHF P25 TRUNKING HANDHELD TRANSCEIVERS. When the optional UT-125 aes/des encryption unit is installed:
When you attempt to re-export this product and/or AES en-
cryption of this product is activated, you must comply with the export regulations of your country, which can be highly restric-
tive. YOUR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH EXPORT REGULA-
TIONS MAY SUBJECT YOU TO FINES OR PENALTIES. AES encryption products including this software fall under the con-
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Export Legal Controls and Appendix: Exchange Legal Con-
trols. Please consult with your dealer or sales representative for details. Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor-
porated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD RDANGER!
RWARNING!
CAUTION NOTE DEFINITION Personal death, serious injury or an explo-
sion may occur. Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. See the operating guide for details of Analog, MDC and P25 Trunking/Conventional system operations. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concern-
ing your transceivers programming. INFORMATION:
In this instruction manual, the following descriptions are used;
IC-F9011B/IC-F9021B/IC-F9023B : Non-display type IC-F9011S/IC-F9021S/IC-F9023S : Simple type IC-F9011T/IC-F9021T/IC-F9023T : 10-key type Non-display type Simple type 10-key type FCC INFORMATION ABOUT IPR FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:
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 reason-
able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac-
cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, there is no guaran-
tee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference 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 interference by one or more of the following mea-
sures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and re-
ceiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-
ent from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help. This device is made under license under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: #4,590,473; #4,636,791; #5,148,482;
#5,185,796; #5,271,017; #5,377,229; #4,716,407; #4,972,460;
#5,502,767; #5,146,497; #5,164,986; #5,185,795; #5,164,986,
#5,185,795, and #5,146,497.
* IPR means Intellectual Property Rights. 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 Technology is licensed sole-
ly for use within this Communications Equipment. The user of this Technology is explicitly prohibited from attempting to extract, remove, decompile, reverse engineer, or disassem-
ble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code into a human-readable form. U.S. Patent Nos.
#5,870,405, #5,826,222, #5,754,974, #5,701,390,
#5,715,365, #5,649,050, #5,630,011, #5,581,656,
#5,517,511, #5,491,772, #5,247,579, #5,226,084 and
#5,195,166. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 ii PRECAUTIONS R DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the bat-
tery pack. R WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm
(2 to 4 in.) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. CAUTION: NEVER use non-Icom battery packs/charg-
ers to prevent the loss of the transceivers good performance and warranty. DO NOT push [PTT] when not actually desiring to transmit. DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below 30C (+22F) or above
+60C (+140F). The basic operations, transmission and reception of the transceiver are guaranteed within the specified operating temperature range. However, the LCD display may not oper-
ate correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours of operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas. iii DO NOT modify the transceiver. The transceiver warranty does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized modi-
fication. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IP57 require-
ments for dust-protection and waterproof protection. How-
ever, once the transceiver has been dropped, dust-protection and waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, etc. For U.S.A. only CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your author-
ity to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver. Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Icom transceiver in the event it is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. 4 BATTERY CHARGING ............................................1720 Caution .......................................................................17 Optional battery chargers ...........................................19 5 BATTERY CASE ............................................................21 Optional battery case (BP-237) ..................................21 6 SPEAKER MICROPHONE ............................................22 Optional HM-184/H description ..................................22 To attach .....................................................................22 7 OPTIONS .................................................................2325 8 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION .............................26 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT .......................................................................... i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ....................................................... i FCC INFORMATION ............................................................ ii ABOUT IPR .......................................................................... ii VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY ......................................... ii PRECAUTIONS ................................................................... iii TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................... iv 1 ACCESSORIES ...........................................................12 Supplied accessories ...................................................1 Accessory attachments ................................................1 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ..............................................311 Front panel ...................................................................3 Function display (Simple/10-key types only) ................5 Programmable function keys ........................................6 3 BASIC OPERATION ................................................1216 Turning power ON ......................................................12 Channel selection .......................................................12 Receiving and transmitting .........................................13 User set mode ............................................................14 Clock function .............................................................15 LED indicator (Non-display type only) ........................16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 iv 1 ACCESSORIES Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied. Battery pack Flexible antenna Belt clip Connector cover
(with screw) D Battery pack To attach the battery pack:
Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direc-
tion of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery release button. Slide the battery pack until the battery release button makes a click sound. To release the battery pack:
Slide the battery release button in the direction of the arrow
(w) as shown below. The battery pack is then released. NEVER release or attach the battery pack when the trans-
ceiver is wet or soiled. This may result water or dust get-
ting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the transceiver being damaged. Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna con-
nector. Battery pack q CAUTION:
NEVER carry the transceiver by holding the antenna. DO NOT connect the antenna other than listed on p. 23. Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. 1 w Battery release button NOTE: Keep the battery pack terminals clean. Its a good idea to clean the battery pack terminals once a week. D Belt clip To attach the belt clip:
q Release the battery pack if it is attached. w Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip is locked and makes a click sound. To detach the belt clip:
q Release the battery pack if it is attached. w Pinch the clip (q), and slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow (w). w q ACCESSORIES 1 D Connector cover Attach the connector cover when the optional equipment is not used. To attach the connector cover:
q Insert the connector cover into the multi-connector. w Tighten the screw. CAUTION:
Attach the connector cover when the optional equipment is not used. Otherwise the terminals of the multi-con-
nector may be shorted by metal object, etc., and this could damage the transceiver. To detach the connector cover:
q Unscrew the screw using a phillips screwdriver. w Detach the connector cover for the optional equipment connector. Multi-
connector w Connector cover q q w 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 2 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel q w e r i u y t Speaker Microphone Function display*1
(p. 5) o*1
!0*1
*1 Simple/10-key types only
*2 10-key type only
!5
!4
!3
!2*1
!1*2 e LED INDICATOR Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is open. Lights red while transmitting. The LED indicator indicates some information. (Non-
display type only) (p. 16) r DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE ABC SWITCH Desired function can be programmed to each position
(A, B or C) independently by your dealer. (p. 11) To activate the pre-programmed function, set the white line of the ABC switch to the position A, B or C. White line q ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna. (p. 1) w DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [EMR]
Desired function can be programmed by your dealer. (p. 6)
[Emergency] is pre-programmed as default. (See the operating guide for details.) When the white line of the ABC switch is set to the position C, the pre-programmed function at position C will be activated. 3 t CHANNEL INDICATOR Lights white according to the Backlight setting of the user set mode. When you rotate [Rotary selector] to select the channel or zone, set the desired channel/zone number to this point. y DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE TOGGLE SWITCH Desired function can be programmed by your dealer.
(p. 11) When the toggle switch is set to the left side (
programmed function will be activated.
), the pre-
u VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]
Rotate to turn the power ON/OFF and adjust the audio level. i ROTARY SELECTOR Rotate to select the pre-programmed memory channels or the operating zone. (Depending on the pre-setting) The channel/zone that is positioned to the channel indicator (t) is selected as the operating channel/zone. Depending on the pre-setting, selecting channel 1 using the ro-
tary selector starts a scan. (Rotary Selector Home function) o DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS
[I]/[II]/[III]/[]/[]/[]/[] (Simple/10-key types only) Desired function can be programmed independently by your dealer. (p. 6)
!0 APP KEY [APP] (Simple/10-key types only) Desired function can be programmed by your dealer. (p. 6) PANEL DESCRIPTION 2
!1 10-KEYPAD (10-key type only) The keypad allows you to enter digits to:
Select memory channels, tone channels and DTMF codes (while in the DTMF code channel selection mode.) Start up with the password Input the Individual ID code for digital operation. (Depending on the pre-setting)
!2 HOME KEY [HOME] (Simple/10-key types only) Desired function can be programmed by your dealer. (p. 6)
[Home] is pre-programmed as default. (See p. 7 for details.)
!3 PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. Depending on the pre-setting, when an external unit with its own PTT switch* is connected to the multi-connector, the transceiv-
ers [PTT] is disabled.
* Such as an optional speaker-microphone or headset.
!4 DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS
[Side1]/[Side2]/[Side3]
Desired function can be programmed independently by your dealer. (p. 6)
!5 MULTI-CONNECTOR Connect optional equipment. Connector cover NOTE: Attach the connector cover when the optional equipment is not used. See p. 2 for details. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 4 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display (Simple/10-key types only) q e trw y ou i 001 ch-01 IC-F9011
!0 MON CLCK ZONE !1 q SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR Indicates relative signal strength level. Weak Strong w LOW POWER INDICATOR Appears when low output power is selected. When high output power is selected, no indicator appears. e AUDIBLE INDICATOR Appears when the channel is in the audible (unmute) con-
dition. r COMPANDER INDICATOR Appears when the compander function* is activated.
* Analog mode operation only. 5 t SCRAMBLER INDICATOR Appears when the voice scrambler or encryption function is activated. y BELL INDICATOR Appears/blinks when the matched signal is received, ac-
cording to the pre-programming. u TELEPHONE INDICATOR Appears when a phone call* is received.
* P25 operation only. i SHORT MESSAGE INDICATOR Appears when an Status message or Short message is received. o BATTERY INDICATOR Appears or blinks when the battery power decreases to a specified level. Indication Battery level Full Middle Charging required No battery blinks when the battery is exhausted.
!0 ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY Displays an operating channel number, channel name, Set mode contents, DTMF code, etc.
!1 KEY INDICATOR Indicate the programmed function of the front panel keys
([I], [II] and [III]). See the operating guide for details of Analog, MDC and P25 Trunking/Conventional system operations. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concern-
ing your transceivers programming. PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 Programmable function keys The following functions can be assigned to the following pro-
grammable function keys and switches;
[EMR], [Side1], [Side2], [Side3], [I]*, [II]*, [III]*, []*, []*, []*,
[]*, [APP]*, [HOME]*, ABC switch and Toggle switch.
*Simple/10-key types only Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details con-
cerning your transceivers programming. If the key indicator shows the programmed function key name, push the front panel key ([I], [II] or [III]) under the key indicator to activate the programmed function.
( The function key name in parentheses in the following expla-
nation is displayed for that key indicator; e.g. UP) For Non-display type:
The programmable key functions are limited and some key functions should be operated differently from Simple and 10-key types. (See pp. 8 and 9 for details.) For ABC and Toggle switches:
The programmable key functions to ABC and Toggle switches are limited. (See p. 11 for details.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 6 HOME KEY HOME Push to return to the stand-by mode. After editing some information that requires to be memorized, push this key to save the editing contents in the memory before returning to the stand-by mode. OPT MOMENTARY KEYS O1M O2M O3M Push to control the output signal level from the optional unit connector. 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION D For All types (Common operation) PRIO A AND PRIO B KEYS PRA PRB Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel. MR-CH 1, MR-CH 2, MR-CH 3 AND MR-CH 4 KEYS CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 Push to select the memory channels 1, 2, 3 and 4 directly. MONI KEY MON Push to mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS), 2-tone, NAC or Talkgroup ID squelch mute. Open any squelch/de-
activate any mute while pushing and holding this key. Depending on the pre-setting, the Audible (unmute) condition may automatically return to the Inaudible (mute) condition, after a specified time period. Depending on the pre-setting, pushing and holding this key for 1 sec. cancels the scan. LOCK KEY LOCK Push and hold for 1 sec. to electronically lock all program-
mable keys except the following:
[PTT], [Moni], [Light], [Lock], [Emergency], [Surveillance] and
[OPT 1/2/3]. Push and hold for 1 sec. again to turn the function OFF. LIGHT KEY LIGT Push to turn the transceivers backlight ON for about 5 sec. when the backlight function is turned OFF in user set mode.
(p. 14) 7 D For All types (Different operation with Non-display type) When the following key functions are programmed to Non-
display type, the key functions may be limited and some key functions should be operated differently from Simple and 10-key types. HIGH/LOW KEY H/L Push to select the transmit output power temporarily or per-
manently, depending on the pre-setting. Ask your dealer for the output power level for each selection. Emits one beep when Low 1 is selected, two beeps when Low 2 is selected and three beeps when High is selected. (Non-display type only) SCAN KEY SCAN For Simple/10-key types Push to start and cancel scanning operation. When the Power ON Scan, Auto Scan, or Rotary Selector Home function starts a scan, push this key to cancel the scan. The canceled scan resumes after the specified time period has passed. Push and hold this key for 1 sec. to indicate the scan list, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select a desired list.
(Depending on the presetting.) For Non-display type Push to start and cancel scanning operation. When the Power ON Scan, Auto Scan, or Rotary Selector Home function starts a scan, push this key to cancel the scan. The can-
celed scan resumes after the specified time period has passed. The LED indicator blinks green slowly while scanning. PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 SURVEILLANCE KEY SURV When this function is turned ON, the beep is not emitted and the LCD backlight does not light when a signal is received or a key is pushed. For Simple/10-key types Push to turn the surveillance function ON or OFF. For Non-display type Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the surveillance function ON. When the surveillance function is ON, push to turn the function OFF. TALK AROUND KEY TA (Conventional operation only) The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the receive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver commu-
nication. For Simple/10-key types Push to turn the talk around function ON or OFF. For Non-display type Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the talk around function ON. When the talk around function is ON, push to turn the function OFF. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 8 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION PRIO A REWRITE AND PRIO B REWRITE KEYS PRAR PRBR For Simple/10-key types Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel. Push and hold [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Rewrite)] for 1 sec. to rewrite the operating channel as the Priority A or Priority B channel. For Non-display type Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel. COMPANDER KEY COMP The compander function reduces noise components from the transmitted audio to provide clear communication. For Simple/10-key types Push to toggle the compander function ON and OFF. For Non-display type Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the compander function ON. When the compander function is ON, push to turn the function OFF. OPT OUT KEYS OP1 OP2 OP3 For Simple/10-key types Push to control the output signal level from the optional unit connector. For Non-display type Push and hold for 1 sec. to control the output signal level from the optional unit connector. When this key function is activated, push to deactivate 9 the function. D For Simple/10-key types only Following key functions cannot be programmed to Non-dis-
play types. CH UP AND DOWN KEYS UP DOWN Push to select an operating channel. When [Rotary selec-
tor] selection mode is operating channel, this function is not available. Push to select a scan group after pushing and holding
[Scan]. ZONE KEY ZONE Push this key, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired zone. When [Rotary selector] selects operating zone, push this key to switch the range of selectable zones. What is zone? Selected channels are assigned to a zone according to how they are to be used in a group. For example, Staff A and Staff B are assigned into a Business zone, and John and Cindy are assigned into a Private zone. USER SET MODE KEY SET Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter user set mode. During in the user set mode, push this key to select an item that is enabled by your dealer, and change the value or condition by pushing [CH Up] or [CH Down]. Push and hold this key for 1 sec. again to exit user set mode. User set mode is also available via the Power ON func-
tion. Refer to p. 14 also. CLOCK KEY CLCK Push to indicate the current time on the LCD. (p. 15) While the current time is indicated, push and hold this key for 1 sec. to enter the time data edit mode. SCAN ADD/DEL (TAG) KEY SCAD Push to add the selected channel to or delete it from the scan list. 1. Push to indicate the scan list, then push [CH Up] or
[CH Down] to select the desired list. 2. Push to add the channel to or delete it from the select-
ed scan list. 3. Push and hold for 1 sec. to exit the scan list selection mode. While a scan is paused on a non-priority channel, push this key to delete the selected channel from the scan group. Depending on the pre-setting, the deleted channel is added to the scan group again, after the scan is canceled. (Nuisance Delete function) PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 AND MENU KEYS
] and [Menu ] can only be assigned to [] and MENU
( [Menu
[], respectively.) The menu mode is available when either [Menu
[Menu ] is assigned to [] or []. During menu mode, the pre-programmed menu items (up to 15) become effective with [I], [II] and [III] keys. Push [Menu
]/[Menu ] to switch the previous/next 3 menu items, and push [I], [II] or [III] to activate the programmed function. During menu mode
] or Push [Menu] or [Menu]
001 ch-01 IC-F9011 MON CLCK ZONE 001 ch-01 IC-F9011 LOCK LIGT SET Push [Menu]
or [Menu]
Push [Menu]
or [Menu]
001 ch-01 IC-F9011 SCNA PRA CH1 Menu items 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 10 SURVEILLANCE SWITCH Turns the surveillance function ON or OFF. When this function is turned ON, the beep is not emitted and the LCD backlight does not light when a signal is received or a key is pushed, etc. COMPANDER SWITCH Turns the compander function ON and OFF. The compander function reduces noise components from the transmitted audio to provide clear communication. OPT MOMENTARY SWITCHES Controls the output signal level from the optional unit con-
nector. 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION D For ABC and Toggle switches only ZONE SWITCH Selects the pre-programmed zone directly. PRIO A AND PRIO B SWITCHES Selects Priority A or Priority B channel. MR-CH 1, MR-CH 2, MR-CH 3 AND MR-CH 4 SWITCHES Selects the memory channels 1, 2, 3 and 4, directly. TALK AROUND SWITCH (Conventional operation only) Turns the talk around function ON and OFF. The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the receive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver communication. LOCK SWITCH Turns the lock function ON and OFF. All programmable keys except the following are locked:
[PTT], [Moni], [Light], [Lock], [Emergency], [Surveillance]
and [OPT 1/2/3]. HIGH/LOW SWITCH Selects the transmit output power temporarily. Ask your dealer for the output power level for each selection. 11 Turning power ON Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and opera-
tion. (p. 17) When you use the transceiver for the first time, or after the transceiver has sat unused for a long time, make sure to check the date and time indication after turning the power ON. If the time and date are not correct, reset them. (p. 15) q Rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON. w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up password, input the digit codes as directed by your dealer. 10-keypad can be used for password input depending on ver-
sion. The keys in the table below can be used for password input. The transceiver detects numbers in the same block as identical. Therefore 01234 and 56789 are the same. KEY NUMBER 0 5 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 e When the PASSWORD indication does not clear after in-
putting 6 digits, the input code number may be incorrect. Turn the power OFF and start over in this case. When you operate Non-display type, the password setting is not available. BASIC OPERATION 3 Channel selection Several types of channel selections are available. Methods may differ according to your system set up. NOTE: Depending on the pre-setting, EMPTY appears on the LCD when selecting an empty channel (no fre-
quency is programmed). (Simple/10-key types only) NON-ZONE TYPE:
To select the desired operating channel:
Push [CH Up] or [CH Down]. Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR]*.
- Up to pre-programmed 16 channels can be selected. Push one of [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4]. ZONE TYPE:
To select the desired zone:
Push [Zone], then push [CH Up] or [CH Down]. Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR]*.
- Up to pre-programmed 16 zones can be selected. AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:
Channel setting is not necessary for this type. When turn-
ing power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning. Scanning stops when receiving a call.
* Depending on the pre-setting. When [Rotary selector] selects Operating channel, [CH Up]/[CH Down] are not available, and when [Rotary selector] selects Oper-
ating zone, [Zone]/[Zone Up]/ [Zone Down] are not available. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 12 3 BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. See p. 1 for accessory attachments. Receiving:
q Rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON. w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-
TOR]* to select a channel, in sequence.
*Depending on the pre-setting. e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a comfortable listening level. Transmitting:
Wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference. q While pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the micro-
phone at a normal voice level. w Release [PTT] to return to receive. IMPORTANT: To maximize the audio quality of your signal;
1. Pause briefly after pushing [PTT]. 2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 in.) from your mouth, then speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. D Transmitting notes Transmit inhibit function The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict transmission under the following conditions:
- The channel is in mute condition (Inaudible condition;
does not appear.)
- The channel is busy.
- Un-matched (or matched) CTCSS is received.
(Depending on the pre-setting.)
- Un-matched (or matched) NAC is received*.
(Depending on the pre-setting.)
*Digital mode operation only.
- The selected channel is a receive only channel. Time-out timer After continuous transmission for the pre-programmed time period, the time-out timer is activated, causing the trans-
ceiver to stop transmitting. Penalty timer Once the time-out timer is activated, transmission is further inhibited for a period determined by the penalty timer. 13 User set mode The user set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. You can customize the trans-
ceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. When you operate Non-display type, this function is not available. Entering the user set mode:
q While pushing and holding [I] and
[II], rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON. Turn power OFF in advance. SET MODE appears for 1 sec. at power ON. w Push and hold [] to enter user set mode.
[VOL]
[I]/[II]
BASIC OPERATION 3 e Push [] several times to select the appropriate item. Then push [] or [] to set the desired level/condition. Available set mode functions are Backlight, LCD contrast, Beep, Beep Level, Ringer Level, SQL Level, AF Min Level, Mic Gain, VOX Gain*, VOX Delay*, Horn, Battery Voltage, Signal Moni, Lone Worker and System info.
* Appears only when the external VOX unit is connected.
r Push and hold [] again to exit
the user set mode. User set mode is also available using a programmable key. Refer to p. 9 [User Set Mode] section for instructions regard-
ing using the key assigned for user set mode.
[User Set Mode] allows for quick item selection. Set Enable for the often used items with the CS-F9010/F9510 cloning sfotware. Ask your dealer for details. NOTE: While in the user set mode, [], [] and [] acti-
vate regardless of the assigned key functions. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 3 BASIC OPERATION Clock function The transceiver indicates the current time and date when
[Clock] is pushed. And you can change the indication format and time/date settings. When you operate Non-display type, this function is not available. When you use the transceiver for the first time, or after the transceiver has sat unused for a long time, make sure to check the date and time indication after turning the power ON. If the time and date are not correct, reset them. (See Time and date settings to the right.) D Time and date indication q Push [Clock] to indicate the current time and date on the LCD. When the indication format is set to 12-hour, AM or PM is indicated. The LCD indication returns to the stand-by mode after 30 sec. has passed with no operation. The time indication format (12-hour/24-hour) 12HR 12:00PM YMD 08-04-01 MON CLCK ZONE Time Date Date indication format (Y: Year, M: Month, D: Day) w Push [Clock] again to return to the stand-by mode. 15 D Time and date settings q Push [Clock] to indicate the current time and date on the LCD. 12HR 12:00PM YMD 08-04-01 MON CLCK ZONE w Push and hold [Clock] for 1 sec. to enter the time and date setting mode. The time indication format, 24HR or 12HR blinks. 12HR 12:00PM YMD 08-04-01 MON CLCK ZONE e Push [Clock] to select the desired item to be changed. r Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to set the selected item. 12HR 03:00PM YMD 08-04-01 MON CLCK ZONE TX TX Low BATT1 BASIC OPERATION 3 LED indicator (Non-display type only) The LED indicator indicates some information as follows;
(Ref.; R=Red, G=Green, O=Orange) TX: Lights Red while transmitting a signal. R*
TX low BATT1: TX is performed at Low BATT1. TX low BATT2: Low BATT2 was detected during TX mode. R*
R*
t Push [Clock] to set. The next item blinks. TX Low BATT2 R*
R*
R*
R*
Fast/Slow scan: Blinks while Fast/Slow scan is activated. 12HR 03:00PM YMD 08-04-01 MON CLCK ZONE F/S Scan Busy Low BATT1 y Repeat steps e to t to set items. Low BATT2 u After setting, push and hold [Clock] for 1 sec. to program. i Push [Clock] to return to the stand-by mode. Return to the time and date setting mode. Inh & Blank CH G G RX: Turns Green while receiving a signal. G Low BATT1: You should charge the battery. (blinks slowly) G G Low BATT2: You must charge the battery. (blinks fast) G G G G CH err: Non-programmed channel is selected. R O R O R O R O R O R O R O R O
* Lights (or blinks) orange when the optional battery case is at-
tached. Call LED ON O Call LED Blink O O 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 4 BATTERY CHARGING Caution Misuse of Lithium-Ion batteries may result in the fol-
lowing hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degra-
dation of battery performance. R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom bat-
tery packs are tested and approved for use and charge with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Using third-party or coun-
terfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst. D Battery caution R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the bat-
tery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may rupture or catch fire. 17 R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery packs in areas with temperatures above +60C (+140F). High tempera-
ture buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fires or stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight may cause the battery to rupture or catch fire. Excessive tem-
peratures may also degrade battery performance or shorten battery life. R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, seawater, or any other liquids. Never charge or use a wet battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using. R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs since internal battery gas may cause them to rupture, or may cause an explosion. R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gen-
eration, and the battery may rupture, emit smoke or catch fire. R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for which it is specified. Never use a battery with any other equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this instruction manual. R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean water, without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately. R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor. R WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from in-
side the battery. R WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the battery to rupture. CAUTION: Always use the battery within the specified tem-
perature range for the transceiver (30C to +60C; 22F to +140F) and the battery itself (20C to +60C; 4F to
+140F). Using the battery out of its specified temperature range will reduce the batterys performance and battery life. CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an exces-
sive temperature environment (above +45C; +113F) for an extended period of time. If the battery must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the radio after dis-
charging. You may use the battery until the remaining ca-
pacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool dry place with the temperature range as below;
20C to +45C (4F to +113F) (within a month) 20C to +35C (4F to +95F) 20C to +25C (4F to +77F)
(within three months)
(within a year) BATTERY CHARGING 4 D Charging caution R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight. In such en-
vironments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging. R WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the battery in the battery charger beyond the specified time for charging. If the battery is not completely charged by the specified time, stop charging and remove the battery from the battery char-
ger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery may rupture. R WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery at-
tached to the transceiver) into the chargers if it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the chargers. The chargers are not waterproof. CAUTION: NEVER charge the battery outside of the speci-
fied temperature range: 0C to +40C (+32F to +104F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20C (+68F). The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range. Additionally, battery perfor-
mance or battery life may be reduced. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 4 BATTERY CHARGING Optional battery chargers D AD-110 installation The AD-110 charger adapter must be installed into the BC-
119N or BC-121N before battery charging. D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-110 The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of the Li-Ion battery pack. Charging period: Approx. 4 hours (with BP-254) q Attach the plugs from the BC-119N/BC-121N to the AD-
110 charger adapter. w Secure the AD-110 into the holder space of the BC-119N or BC-121N with the supplied screws. The following items are additionally required. AD-110 charger adapter (purchase separately) An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L). q AD-110 Plugs BATTERY PACK Turn power OFF TRANSCEIVER AC adapter
(Not supplied with some versions.) w Screws supplied with the charger adapter Sockets This illustration shows the BC-119N. 19 Optional OPC-515L
(for 13.8 V power source) or CP-23L
(for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of the AC adapter. AD-110 charger adapter is installed in BC-119N. BATTERY CHARGING 4 D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-110 The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. Charging period: Approx. 4 hours
(with BP-254) IMPORTANT: Battery charging caution Ensure the guide tabs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter.
(This illustration shows the BC-119N.) The following items are additionally required. Six AD-110 charger adapters (purchase separately) An AC adapter (BC-157S) or the DC power cable (OPC-656) BATTERY PACK Turn power OFF TRANSCEIVER AC adapter
(Purchased separately) AD-110 charger adapters are installed in each slot. Tabs MULTI-CHARGER Guide rails DC power cable (OPC-656)
(Connect with the DC power supply;
13.8 V/at least 7 A) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 20 5 BATTERY CASE Optional battery case (BP-237) The optional battery case uses 6 AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries. The battery case offers low output power. q Hook your finger under the latch, and open the cover in Fig.1 q BP-237 Latch the direction of the arrow (q). (Fig.1) w Then, install 6 AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries. (Fig.2) e Close the cover by fitting in the direction of the arrow (w) Install the alkaline batteries only. Be sure to observe the correct polarity. Do not pin the ribbon under the batteries. first, then check the latch is in place (e). (Fig.1) Be sure the gasket is set correctly, and do not protrude from the battery case. (Fig.3) CAUTION:
When installing batteries, make sure they are all the same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and old batteries together. Keep battery terminals clean. Its a good idea to clean bat-
tery terminals once a week. Never incinerate used battery cells since internal battery gas may cause them to rupture. Never expose a detached battery case to water. If the bat-
tery case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it. 21 w Fig.2 Fig.3 e Gasket Optional HM-184/H description Microphone Speaker Belt clip PTT SWITCH Push and hold to transmit;
release to receive. Turn the transceiver power OFF when at-
taching or detaching the microphone. NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector gets wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. NOTE: The microphone is located as shown in the dia-
gram above. To maximize the readability of your transmit-
ted signal (voice), hold the microphone approx. 5 to 10 cm
(2 to 4 in.) from your mouth, and speak in a normal voice level. SPEAKER MICROPHONE 6 To attach Attach the connector of the speaker-microphone into the multi connector on the transceiver and tighten the screw with a coin or flat head screwdriver. Screw Coin CAUTION: Attach the multi connector properly, but do not overtighten. A loose connection will allow water intrusion into the connector; an over-
tightened connection will damage the connector pins in the transceiver. IMPORTANT: KEEP the connector cover attached to the transceiver when the speaker-microphone is not in use.
(p. 3) Water will not get into the transceiver even if the cover is not attached; however, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the con-
nector gets wet. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 22 7 OPTIONS D BATTERY PACKS Battery pack Voltage Capacity Battery life*3 BP-254*1 7.4 V 2900 mAh (min.) 3040 mAh (typ.) BP-237*2 Battery case for A6 AA (LR6) alkaline 9.5 hrs.
*4
*1 The BP-254 meets IPX7* requirements for waterproof protection. When it is connected, the transceiver corresponds to IPX7.
*2 The BP-237 meets IPX4* requirements for splash resistance. When it is connected, the transceiver corresponds to IPX4.
*3 When the power save function is turned ON, and the operating periods are calculated under the following conditions;
TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90
*4 Operating period depends on the alkaline cells used. D CHARGERS BC-119N desktop charger + AD-110 charger adapter
+ BC-145S ac adapter For rapid charging of battery pack. An AC adapter is sup-
plied with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 4 hours when BP-254 is attached. BC-121N multi-charger + AD-110 charger adapter
(6 pcs.) + BC-157S ac adapter For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-110s are required) simultaneously. An AC adapter should be pur-
chased separately. Charging time: approx. 4 hours when BP-254 is attached. 23 D CABLES CP-23L cigarette lighter cable Allows charging of the battery pack through a 12 V cigarette lighter socket. (For BC-119N) OPC-515L/OPC-656 dc power cables Allows charging of the battery pack using a 13.8 V power source instead of the AC adapter. OPC-515L : For BC-119N OPC-656
: For BC-121N OPC-1870/OPC-1871 zone copy cables OPC-1870 : Portable to portable zone copy cable. OPC-1871 : Portable to mobile zone copy cable. See the operating guide for details. D OPTIONAL UNITS UT-124R man down unit Provides a measure of safety when working in a hazardous environment, etc. UT-125 aes/des encryption unit UT-128 des encryption unit D ANTENNAS FA-S25V/S65V/S66V/S30U/S58U/S75U flexible antennas FA-S25V FA-S65V FA-S66V FA-S67VC/S76UC cut antenna FA-S67VC : 136174 MHz
: 136148 MHz
: 148160 MHz
: 160174 MHz
: 380430 MHz
: 430470 MHz
: 470520 MHz FA-S30U FA-S58U FA-S75U FA-S76UC : 380520 MHz D OTHER OPTIONS MB-115 belt clip Exclusive alligator-type belt clip. AD-118 acc adapter Allows you to connect an accessory which uses a HIROSE plug. See the instruction sheet of the AD-118 for details of the recommended accessories. CAUTION: The AD-118 does not have any waterproof protec-
tion. When it is connected, NEVER expose the adapter and the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids. HM-184/HM-184H speaker-microphones Rugged type speaker-microphone. The HM-184/HM-184H meet IP67* requirements for waterproof protection. VS-1MC vox/ptt case + HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 headset VS-1MC : VOX/PTT switch box for hands-free operation, etc. HS-94 HS-95 HS-97 These items have IPX4* waterproof protection. When in use, the transceivers waterproof rating meets IPX4 when they are con-
nected.
: Ear-hook type
: Neck-arm type
: Throat microphone
* Once these items have been dropped, the IP rating cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to these cases or the waterproof seal. Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details. OPTIONS 7 D About VS-1MC vox/ptt case The VS-1MC is a VOX/PTT unit for Icom handheld transceiv-
ers, and allows you hands-free operation. An optional headset (HS-94, etc.) is required for operation. The VOX (Voice Operated Transmission) function starts transmission without pushing PTT switch when you speak into the microphone;
then, automatically returns to receive when you stop speaking. Features 14-pin Spring-plug type head SP/MIC plug is equipped Water resistant construction Durable construction Equipped with a PTT switch and revolving clip MIC/VOX gain adjusting pot VS-1MC PTT switch Water protection cover VOX/PTT select switch Continues to the next page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 24 7 OPTIONS D About VS-1MC vox/ptt case (Continued) VOX gain and delay adjustment q Attach the connector of the VS-1MC into the multi-connec-
tor on the transceiver and tighten the screw. Toggle the VOX/PTT select switch to [VOX]. w Enter user set mode. (p. 14) e Push [] several times to select the VOX Gain or VOX Delay items. Then, push [] or [] to set the desired level/
condition. r Push and hold [] again to exit the user set mode. Until turning power OFF, [], [] and [] is not activated as the assigned key function. These adjustments are for Simple/10-key types only. VOX Gain The VOX sensitivity level can be adjusted from OFF or 1 to 6
(more sensitive). VOX Delay The VOX delay time can be set from 0.5 to 3.0 sec. (0.5 sec. step) for a convenient interval before returning to receive. VOX DLY0.5 Push
[] or []
VOX DLY3.0 MON CLCK ZONE 0.5 sec (min.)
(default) MON CLCK ZONE 3.0 sec (max.) If your voice is detected, TX appears on the LCD as shown below during the VOX gain or VOX delay adjust-
ment. (The transmission is not performed.) Appear VOX OFF Push
[] or []
VOX GAIN 3 MON CLCK ZONE VOX function is OFF MON CLCK ZONE VOX gain level 3
(default) VOX GAIN 3TX VOX DLY3.0TX MON CLCK ZONE MON CLCK ZONE VOX gain adjustment VOX delay adjustment NOTE: MIC/VOX gain can be adjusted via the Adjusting pot using a thin screw driver. 25 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION 8 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 indi-
viduals 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. W ARNING This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF expo-
sure limits for Occupational Use Only. In addition, your Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:
FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Stan-
dard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Rec-
ommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields RF and Microwave. The following accessories are authorized for use with this product. Use of accessories other than those specified may result in RF ex-
posure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF expo-
sure.; Belt Clip (MB-115), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack (BP-254), Alkaline Battery Case (BP-237), Speaker-microphones (HM-184/
HM-184H), VOX/PTT case (VS-1MC) and ACC adapter (AD-118). To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for oc-
cupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
CAU TION DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damaged the radio and may also exceed FCC RF expo-
sure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by Icom Inc. or antenna specifically authorized by Icom Inc. for use with this radio. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50%
duty cycle). 50% duty cycle is also applicable to the VOX and/or PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) mode. Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC 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. ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips listed on p. 24 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF expo-
sure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the re-
cipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least 5 cm (2 in.) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side. The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that could possible 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. Occupational/Controlled Use The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are ex-
posed as consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 26 A-6662D-1US-u Printed in Japan 20082013 Icom Inc. Printed on recycled paper with soy ink. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan