FCC ID: AFJ289401 UHF Transceivers

INSTRUCTION MANUAL UHF TRANSCEIVER iF4161T/S/DT/DS iF4163T/S/DT/DS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. IMPORTANT EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-

pletely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F3061T/S/F3063T/S VHF TRANSCEIVERS and IC-F4061T/S/F4063T/S UHF TRANSCEIVERS. WORD RWARNING CAUTION NOTE DEFINITION Personal injury, re hazard or electric shock may occur. Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, re or electric shock. Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United states, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries. i DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason. KEEP the transceiver from the heavy rain, and Never immerse it in the water. The transceiver construction is water resistant, not waterproof. The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty. For U.S.A. only CAUTION: Changes or modications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. PRECAUTIONS R CAUTION! 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 2 to 4 in. (5 to 10 cm) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. R CAUTION! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. R CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the bat-

tery pack. DO NOT push [PTT] when not actually desiring to trans-

mit. AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below +22F (30C) or above

+140F (+60C). The basic operations, transmission and reception of the trans-

ceiver are guaranteed within the specied operating temper-

ature range. However, the LCD display may not be operate correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours of operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas. ii 6 BATTERY CHARGING .......................................... 1822 Caution ..................................................................... 18 Optional battery chargers ......................................... 20 7 SWIVEL BELT CLIP .............................................. 2324 MB-93 contents ........................................................ 23 To attach .................................................................. 23 To detach ................................................................. 24 8 OPTIONS ..................................................................... 25 9 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION .................... 2829 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT ........................................................................ i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..................................................... i PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. ii TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................... iii 1 ACCESSORIES ......................................................... 13 Supplied accessories ................................................. 1 Accessory attachments .............................................. 1 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ............................................. 49 Front panel ................................................................. 4 Function display ......................................................... 6 Programmable function keys ..................................... 7 3 BASIC OPERATION .............................................. 1011 Turning power ON .................................................... 10 Channel selection .................................................... 10 Call procedure........................................................... 11 4 LTR OPERATION .................................................. 1213 Receiving a call ........................................................ 12 Transmitting a call .................................................... 13 5 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ............................ 1417 Receiving and transmitting........................................ 14 User Set mode .......................................................... 16 Emergency transmission .......................................... 16 Scrambler function .................................................... 16 Stun function ............................................................ 17 Priority A channel selection ...................................... 17 iii ACCESSORIES 1 Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied:

Qty. q Flexible antenna 1 w Battery pack 1 e Belt clip 1 r Connector cover (with screw) 1 set Some accessories are not supplied with depending versions. q w e Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied exible anten-

na to the antenna connector. CAUTION!

NEVER HOLD by the antenna when carrying the transceiver. Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. r 1 1 ACCESSORIES Battery pack To attach the battery pack:

Slide the battery pack in the direction 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. q w Battery release button 2 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 Connector cover Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone or head-set is not used. To attach the connector cover:

q Insert the connector cover into the multi-connector. w Tighten the screw. To detach the connector cover:

q Unscrew the screw using a phillips screwdriver. w Detach the connector cover for the speaker-microphone or head-set connector. Multi-

connector q w Connector cover CAUTION!

Attach the connector cover when the optional speaker-

microphone is not used. Otherwise the terminals of the multi-connector may be shorted by metal object, etc., and this could damege the transceiver. w q 3 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel q w e r t y

!2

!1 Speaker

!0 Microphone o i u q ROTARY SELECTOR Rotate to select the pre-programmed memory channels or the operating zone.

(Depending on the pre-setting) w ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna. 4 e DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Emer]

Desired functions can be programmed by your dealer.

(( p. 7)) r DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Side1]

Desired functions can be programmed by your dealer.

(( p. 7)) t PTT SWITCH [PTT]

Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. y DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [Side2]/[Side3]

Desired functions can be programmed independently by your dealer. (( p. 7)) u 10-KEYPAD (Depending on version) The keypad allows you to enter digits to:

Select memory channels Select tone channels Select DTMF codes (during transmit) Set TX codes Start up with the password i DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3]

Desired functions can be programmed independently by your dealer. (( p. 7)) o FUNCTION DISPLAY Displays a variety of information such as an operating channel number/name, 2-tone code, DTMF numbers, selected function, etc.

!0 MULTI-CONNECTOR Connect an optional speaker-microphone. Connector cover NOTE: Attach the connector cover when the optional speak-

er-microphone is not used. See (( p. 3)) for details.

!1 BUSY/TRANSMIT INDICATOR Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is open. Lights red while transmitting.

!2 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]

Rotate to turn the power ON/OFF and adjusts the audio level. PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 5 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display q iuyrew t o

!0 q SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR Indicates relative signal strength level. w LOW POWER INDICATOR Appears when low output power is selected. e AUDIBLE INDICATOR Appears when the channel is in the audible (unmute) condition. Appears when the specied 2-tone is received. r COMPANDER INDICATOR Appears when the compander function is activated. 6 t SCRAMBLER INDICATOR Appears when the voice scrambler function is activated. y BELL INDICATOR Appears/blinks when the specific 2-tone/DTMF select call is received, according to the pre-programming. u CALL CODE MEMORY INDICATOR Appears when the call code memory is selected. i BATTERY INDICATOR Appears or blinks when the battery power decreases to a specied level. o ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY Displays an operating channel number, channel name, Set mode contents, DTMF code, etc. The indication mode can be selected from 1 line or 2 lines. Ask your dealer for details. In this instruction manual, the LCD illustration is described using the 2 lines indication mode.

!0 KEY INDICATOR Indicate the programmed function of the front panel keys

([P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3]). Programmable function keys The following functions can be assigned to [Emer], [Side1],

[Side2], [Side3], [P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details con-

cerning your transceivers programming. If the programmable function names are bracketed in the fol-

lowing explanations, the specic key is used to activate the function depends on the programming. CH UP AND DOWN KEYS UUPP DDOOWWNN Push to select an operating channel. Push to select a transmit code channel after pushing [TX Code CH Select]. Push to select a DTMF channel after pushing [DTMF Autodial]. Push to select a scan group after pushing and holding

[Scan A Start/Stop]/[Scan B Start/Stop]. ZONE KEY ZZOONNEE Push this key, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired zone. What is zone? The desired channels are assigned into a zone according to the intended use for grouping. For example, Staff A and Staff B are assigned into a Business zone, and John and Cindy are assigned into a Private zone. PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 SCAN A KEY SSCCNNAA This keys operation depends on the Power ON Scan set-

ting. When the power ON scan function is turned OFF;

Push to start and cancel scanning operation. In case of transmission during scan, cancels scanning. When the power ON scan function is turned ON;

Push to pause scanning., then resumes scanning after passing a specified time period. In case of transmission during scan, scanning will be canceled. Push and hold this key for 1 sec. to indicate the scan group, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired group. SCAN B KEY SSCCNNBB Push to start and cancel scanning operation. In case of transmission during scan, pauses scanning. Scanning resumes after passing a specied time period. Push and hold this key for 1 sec. to indicate the scan group, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired group. 7 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION SCAN ADD/DEL (TAG) KEY SSCCAADD Push to add or delete the selected channel to/from the scan group. PRIO A/B KEYS PPRRAA PPRRAARR PPRRBB PPRRBBRR Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel. Push and hold [Prio A (Rewrite)] to rewrite the Prio A chan-

nel. MR-CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS CCHH11 CCHH22 CCHH33 CCHH44 Push to select an operating channel directly. MONI KEY MMOONN Mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-tone squelch mute. Open any squelch/deactivate any mute while pushing this key. LIGHT KEY LLIIGGTT Push to turn the transceivers backlight ON temporarily only when the backlight function is turned OFF in user set mode. LOCK KEY LLOOCCKK Push and hold for 1 sec. to electronically lock all program-

mable keys except the following:

[Call] (incl. Call A and Call B), [Moni(Audi)] and

[Emergency]. Push and hold for 1 sec. again to turn the lock function OFF. 8 HIGH/LOW KEY HH//LL 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. to select C.TONE CH ENT KEY TTSSEELL Push tone channel using

[CH Up]/[CH Down] to change the tone frequency/code set-

ting. The selected channel remains set as the continuous tone channel until another channel is designated as such. the continuous TALK AROUND KEY TTAA Push to turn the talk around function ON and OFF. The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the receive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver communication. WIDE/NARROW KEY WW//NN Push to toggle the IF bandwidth between wide and narrow. DTMF AUTODIAL KEY DDTTMMAA Push to enter the DTMF channel selection mode. Then select the desired DTMF channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down]. After selecting the desired DTMF channel, push this key to transmit the DTMF code. RE-DIAL KEY DDTTMMRR Push to transmit the last-transmitted DTMF code. CALL KEYS CCAALLLL CCAALLAA CCAALLBB Push to transmit a 2-tone. Call transmission is necessary before you call another station depending on your signaling system.

[Call A] and/or [Call B] may be available when your system employs selective Individual/Group calls. Ask your dealer which call is assigned to each key. EMERGENCY KEY EEMMRR Push and hold for a specified period to transmit an emer-

gency call. If you want to cancel the emergency call, push (or push and hold) the key again before transmitting the call. The emergency call is transmitted one time only or repeatedly until receiving a control code depending on the pre-setting. SURVEILLANCE KEY SSUURRVV Push to turn 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. TX CODE CHANNEL SELECT KEY TTXXCC Push to enter the ID code channel selection mode directly. Then set the desired channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down].

(( p. 15)) TX CODE CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS TTXXCCUU TTXXCCDD Push to select a TX code channel directly. PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 SCRAMBLER FUNCTION SSCCRR Push to toggle the voice scrambler function ON and OFF. COMPANDER KEY CCOOMMPP Push to toggle the compander function ON and OFF. The compander function reduces noise components from the transmitting audio to provide clear communication. PHONE KEY PPHHNN Push to connect or disconnect the telephone network con-

nection during LTR operation. USER SET MODE KEY SSEETT Push and hold to enter user set mode. During user set mode, push this key to select an item, and change the value or condition using push [CH Up]/[CH Down]. Push and hold this key again to exit user set mode. User set mode is also available via the Power ON function. Refer to (( p. 16)) also. OPT OUT KEYS OOPP11 OOPP22 OOPP33 Push to control the output signal level of the optional ports in the optional unit connector. OPT MOMENTARY KEYS OO11MM OO22MM OO33MM Push and hold to control the output signal level of the option-

al ports in the optional unit connector. 9 3 BASIC OPERATION Turning power ON Prior to using the transceiver for the rst time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.

((p. 20)) 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

(Side3) 0 5 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 e When the PASSWORD indication does not clear after inputting 4 digits, the input code number may be incorrect. Turn the power off and start over in this case. Channel selection Several types of channel selections are available. Methods may differ according to your system set up. NON-ZONE TYPE:

Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-

TOR]* to select the desired operating channel, in sequence;

or, push one of [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4] keys to select a channel directly. Up to 16 pre-programmed channels can be selected via [ROTARY SELECTOR].*

ZONE TYPE:

Push [Zone], then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] or rotate

[ROTARY SELECTOR]* to select the desired zone. AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:

Channel setting is not necessary for this type. When turning power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning. Scanning stops when receiving a call.

*Depending on the pre-setting. 10 BASIC OPERATION 3 Selective calling Non-selective calling Call procedure When your system employs tone signaling (excluding CTCSS and DTCS), the call procedure may be necessary prior to voice transmission. The tone signaling employed may be a selective calling system which allows you to call specic station(s) only and prevent unwanted stations from contacting you. q Select the desired TX code channel or 2-tone code according to your System Operators instructions. This may not be necessary depending on programming. Refer to (( pages. 14 or 15)) for selection. w Push the call key (assigned to one of the dealer program-

mable keys: [Emer], [Side1], [Side2], [Side3], [P0], [P1],

[P2] and [P3]) or [PTT]. e After transmitting a 2-tone code, the remainder of your communication can be carried out in the normal fashion. 11 4 LTR OPERATION Receiving a call D Group call q Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-

TOR]* to select the LTR system channel or talk group. w When a call is received;

BUSY indicator lights green. e Push and hold [PTT], then speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. r Release [PTT] to return to receive. D Selective call (DTMF call) q Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-

TOR]* to select the LTR system channel or talk group. w Push [Call] to mute the channel. e When receiving a call, the calling station name appears and a beep is emitted. Then the mute is released. appears. Appears 002 ch-03 fH 173.7M D Phone call Receive a phone call q Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-

TOR]* to select the phone channel of LTR system chan-

nel. appears. w When a phone call is received (transceiver rings), push

[PHONE] (or push [PTT]). blinks. Blinks 002 ch-03 fH 173.7M e Push and hold [PTT], then speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. Release [PTT] to return to receive. r After conversation is finished, push [PHONE] (or while pushing and holding [PTT], push [#]) to disconnect the phone call. stops blinking.

*:Depending on the pre-setting. 12 LTR OPERATION 4 Transmitting a call D Group call q Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-

TOR]* to select the LTR system channel or talk group. w While pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the micro-

phone at a normal voice level after a beep is emitted. If an error beep is emitted, release [PTT]. After a while, repeat step w. The beep can be turned OFF in User set mode. D Selective call (DTMF call) q Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-

TOR*] to select the LTR system channel or talk group. w Push [DTMF Autodial] a DTMF encode channel appears. e Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired DTMF encode channel. r Push [PTT] to transmit the selected DTMF code in the selected DTMF channel. Push [DTMF Autodial] to cancel the DTMF transmission. Make a phone call q Select the phone channel of LTR system channel. appears. w Push [PHONE] (or push [PTT]). blinks. Blinks 002 ch-03 fH 173.7M e Push [DTMF Autodial] (or while pushing and holding [PTT]

enter the desired telephone number using 10 key pad) to make a phone call. r After conversation is finished, push [PHONE] (or while pushing and holding [PTT], push [#]) to disconnect the phone call. stops blinking.

*:Depending on the pre-setting. 13 5 CONVENTIONAL 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 the conventional system 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 Push [Call] when initiating a call from your side. Coded audio may be heard from the transceiver, then appears. This operation may not be necessary depending on your signal-

ing system. Ask your dealer for details. w While pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the micro-

phone at a normal voice level. e Release [PTT] to return to receive. IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your signal;

1. Pause briey after pushing [PTT]. 2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth, then speak into the microphone at a nor-

mal voice level. 14 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.)

- 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 transceiv-

er to stop transmitting. Penalty timer Once the time-out timer is activated, transmission is further inhibited for a period determined by the penalty timer. CONVENTIONAL OPERATION 5 D TX code channel selection If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it, the indication can be toggled between the operating channel number (or name) and TX code channel number (or name). When the TX code channel number (or name) is displayed,

[CH Up] or [CH Down] selects the TX code channel. USING [TX CODE CH SELECT] KEY:

q Push [TX Code CH Select] a TX code channel number

(or name) appears. D DTMF transmission If the transceiver has [DTMF Autodial] assigned to it, the auto-

matic DTMF transmission function is available. Up to 8 DTMF channels are available. TO SELECT A TX CODE:

q Push [DTMF Autodial] a DTMF channel appears. w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired DTMF channel. e Push [DTMF Autodial] to transmit the DTMF code in the w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired TX code selected DTMF channel. channel. e Push [Call] (or [PTT] during MSK operation) to transmit the selected TX code. r Push [TX Code CH Select] again to return to the operat-

ing channel number indication. USING [TX CODE CH UP]/[TX CODE CH DOWN] KEY:

If the transceiver has a [TX Code CH Up] or [TX Code CH Down] key assignment, the programmed TX code channel can be selected directly when pushed. 15 5 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION User set mode User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this case you can cus-

tomize the transceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the user set mode:

q While pushing and holding [P1] and [P2], rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON. Then, push and hold [P0] to enter user set mode. w Push [P0] several times to select the appropriate item. Then push [Side2] or [Side3] to set the desired level/con-

dition. Available set mode functions are Backlight, LCD contrast, Beep, Beep Level, Ringer Level, SQL Level, AF Min Level, Mic Gain, VOX Gain, VOX Delay, Battery Voltage and Signal Moni. e Rotate [VOL] to turn the power OFF to exit user set mode. NOTE: User set mode is also available via a programma-

ble key. Please refer to (( p. 9)) [User Set Mode] section. Emergency transmission When [Emergency Single] or [Emergency Repeat] is pushed, an emergency signal is automatically transmitted for the spec-

ied time period. When [Emergency] is pushed, the DTMF emergency signal is transmitted on the priority channel. When [Emergency Single] or [Emergency Repeat] is pushed for the specied time period, the DTMF emergency signal is transmitted once or repeatedly on the emergency channel. However, when no emergency channel is specied, the signal is transmitted on the previously selected channel. Scrambler function The voice scrambler function provides private communication between stations. The frequency inversion type is equipped to all versions, moreover, the optional Rolling or Non-rolling type can be available. q Push [Scrambler] to turn the scrambler function ON. appears. w Push [Scrambler] again to turn the scrambler function OFF. disappears. 16 Stun function When the specied ID, set as a killer ID, is received, the stun function is activated. When the killer ID is received, the transceiver switches to the password required condition. Entering of the password via the keypad is necessary to operate the transceiver again in this case. Priority A channel selection When one of the following operations is performed, the trans-

ceiver selects the Priority A channel automatically. Priority A is selected when;

Clear down signal is received/transmitted

-Set the Move to PrioA CH item as Clear down. Turning the power ON The Priority A channel is selected each time the trans-

ceiver power is turned ON. Status call The Priority A channel is selected when transmitting a sta-

tus call. CONVENTIONAL OPERATION 5 17 6 BATTERY CHARGING Caution Misuse of LiTHIUM-ion batteries may result in the fol-

lowing hazards: smoke, re, 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 charger. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use and charge with Icom radios or Icom charger. Using third-party or counterfeit bat-

tery packs or charger may cause smoke, re, or cause the battery to burst. DDBattery 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 re. 18 R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery packs in areas with temperatures above +60C (+140F). High temperature 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 re. Excessive temper-

atures may also degrade battery performance or shorten battery life. R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using. The battery is not waterproof. 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 re. 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. 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 dis-

tributor. WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into contact with uid from inside the battery. WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. This could cause a re, overheating, or cause the battery to rupture. CAUTION! Always use the battery within the specied 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 specied 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 excessive 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 battery indicator shows half-capacity, then keep it safely in a cool dry place with the temperature between 20C to +25C (4F to

+77F). BATTERY CHARGING 6 DDCharging caution R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with extremely high temperatures, such as near res or stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight. In such envi-

ronments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will acti-

vate, causing the battery to stop charging. WARNING! DO NOT charge or leave the battery in the bat-

tery charger beyond the specified time for charging. If the battery is not completely charged by the specied time, stop charging and remove the battery from the battery charger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specied time limit may cause a re, overheating, or the battery may rup-

ture. WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof. CAUTION! DO NOT charge the battery outside of the spec-

ified temperature range: BC-160 (0C to +45C; +32F to

+113F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20C

(+68F). The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specied temperature range. Additionally, battery perfor-

mance or battery life may be reduced. 19 6 BATTERY CHARGING Optional battery chargers Rapid charging with the BC-160 The optional BC-160 provides rapid charging of optional Li-

Ion battery packs. An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-160 depending on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L) is addi-

tionally required. AD-106 installation q Install the AD-106 desktop charger adapter into the holder space of the BC-119N/BC-121N. w Connect the plugs of the BC-119N/BC-121N to the AD-106 desktop charger adapter with the connector, then install the adapter into the charger with the supplied screws. AC adapter

(Not supplied with some versions.) Battery pack Transceiver q AD-106 Optional OPC-515L

(for 13.8 V power source) or CP-17L

(for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of the AC adapter. Plugs Connectors w Screws supplied with the charger adapter 20 BATTERY CHARGING 6 Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-106 The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of battery packs. The following items are additionally required. AD-106 charger adapter An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L). Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-106 The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following items are additionally required. Six AD-106 charger adapters An AC adapter (BC-157) or the DC power cable (OPC-656) Transceiver Transceiver Battery pack Battery pack AC adapter

(Purchased separately) AD-106 charger adapters are installed in each slot. AC adapter

(Not supplied with some versions.) Optional OPC-515L (for 13.8 V power source) or CP-17L (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of the AC adapter. AD-106 charger adapter is installed in BC-119N. DC power cable (OPC-656)

(Connect with the DC power supply;

13.8 V/at least 7 A) 21 6 BATTERY CHARGING IMPORTANT!: Battery charging caution Ensure the guide lobs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter.

(This illustration is described with the BC-160.) Lobs Guide rail 22 SWIVEL BELT CLIP 7 e Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt. And insert the trans-

ceiver into the belt clip until the base clip inserted fully into the groove. MB-93 contents Qty. q Belt clip 1 w Base clip 1 q w To attach q Release the battery pack if it is attached. (( p. 2)) w Slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow until the base clip is locked and makes a click sound. r Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels as illus-

trated below. Once the transceiver is locked in place, it will swivel 360 degrees. 23 7 SWIVEL BELT CLIP To detach q Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the arrow and pull out from the belt clip. w Release the battery pack if it is attached. (( p. 2)) e Pinch the clip (q), and slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow (w). q w CAUTION!

HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN HANGING OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP. Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the hold-

er or swivel properly if the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged. 24 D BATTERY PACK Battery pack Voltage BP-231 BP-232 7.4 V 7.4 V Capacity Battery life*

1150 mAh 8 hrs. 2000 mAh 15 hrs.

* Operating periods are calculated under the following conditions;

TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90 D CHARGERS BC-119N DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-106 CHARGER ADAPTER

+ BC-145 AC ADAPTER For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is sup-

plied with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 2 hours when BP-231 is attached. BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER + AD-106 CHARGER ADAPTER (6 pcs.)

+ BC-157 AC ADAPTER For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-106s are required) simultaneously. An AC adapter should be pur-

chased separately. Charging time: approx. 2 hours when BP-231 is attached. BC-160 DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-145 AC ADAPTER For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is sup-

plied with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 2 hours when BP-231 is attached. OPTIONS 8 D BELT CLIPS MB-93 SWIVEL BELT CLIP MB-94 BELT CLIP Exclusive alligator-type belt clip. The same as supplied with the transceiver. MB-96N/96F LEATHER BELT HANGER D OPTIONAL UNITS UT-119 DIGITAL MODULATOR/DEMODULATOR UNIT Provides 6.25 kHz narrow bandwidth digital mode operation. UT-109R /UT-110R SCRAMBLER UNITS Non-rolling type (UT-109R)/Rolling type (UT-110R) voice scrambler unit provides higher communication security. UT-96R 2/5 TONE UNIT D DC CABLES CP-17L 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 25 8 OPTIONS D OTHER OPTIONS SP-13 EARPHONE Provides clear receive audio in noisy environment. HM-131SC/HM-159SC SPEAKER-MICROPHONE Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while hanging the transceiver from your belt. HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 HEADSET + VS-1SC VOX/PTT CASE HS-94: Ear-hook type HS-95: Neck-arm type HS-97: Throat microphone VS-1SC: VOX/PTT switch box for hands-free operation, etc. FA-SC56VS/FA-SC57VS/FA-SC73US STUBBY ANTENNAS Shorter VHF or UHF antennas. FA-SC56VS: Frequency range 150162 MHz FA-SC57VS: Frequency range 160174 MHz FA-SC73US: Frequency range 450490 MHz FA-SC55V/FA-SC25U/FA-SC57U/FA-SC72U FLEXIBLE ANTENNAS VHF or UHF antennas. FA-SC55V: Frequency range 146174 MHz FA-SC25U: Frequency range 400430 MHz FA-SC57U: Frequency range 440470 MHz FA-SC72U: Frequency range 470520 MHz Some options may not available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details. 26 About VS-1SC VOX/PTT CASE The VS-1SC is a VOX/PTT unit for Icom handheld trans-

ceivers, and allows you hands-free operation. An optional headset (HS-94, etc.) is required for operation. The VOX (Voice Operated Transmission) function starts transmis-

sion without pushing PTT switch when you speak into the micro-

phone; then, automatically returns to receive when you stop speak-

ing. Features 9-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-1SC PTT switch Water protection cover VOX/PTT select switch OPTIONS 8 VOX gain and delay adjustment q Attach the connector of the VS-1SC into the multi-connec-

tor on the transceiver and tighten the screw. Toggle the VOX/PTTselect switch to [VOX]. w Enter user set mode. (( p. 16)) e Push [P0] several times to select the VOX Gain or VOX Delay items. Then, push [Side2] or [Side3] to set the desired level/condition. r Rotate [VOL] to turn the power OFF to exit user set mode. 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.

[Side2]

Push

[Side3]

SET X TXC 0.5 sec (min.)

(default) SET X TXC 3.0 sec (max.) NOTE: MIC/VOX gain can be adjusted via the Adjusting pot using a thin screw driver. X SET VOX function is OFF TXC

[Side2]

Push

[Side3]

SET X TXC VOX gain level 3

(default) 27 9 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION W ARNING Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classied 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. 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 eval-

uation 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 Standard 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 Recommended 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 specied may result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC require-

ments for wireless RF exposure.; Belt Clip (MB-94), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack (BP-232) and Speaker-

microphone (HM-131SC). To ensure that your expose to RF electromag-

netic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the fol-

lowing guidelines:

CAU TION DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manu-

facturer or antenna specically authorized by the manufac-

turer 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 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 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-

clips listed on page 25 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the recipients of your transmis-

sion the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least 5 cm

(2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side. The information listed above provides the user with the informa-

tion needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates with the FCC RF expo-

sure limits of this radio. 28 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION 9 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. Occupational/Controlled Use The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed as consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure. 29 MEMO MEMO MEMO MEMO A-6488D-1EX-q Printed in Japan 2006 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan