BASIC MANUAL VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVERS iA120 iA120E 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 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-A120 and IC-A120E. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS The explicit definitions below apply to this instruction manual. WORD DEFINITION SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Microphone Microphone hanger Microphone hanger cable DC power cable Mounting bracket Sponges*
RWARNING! Personal injury, fire hazard or electric CAUTION shock may occur. Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. NOTE CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. Flat washers Bracket bolts Spring washers Mounting screws
(512) Nuts Fuses (10 A) Self-tapping screws
(516) Self-tapping screws
(316, for Microphone hangar) About E-marking: Detailed installation notes for Icom mobile transceivers to be fitted into vehicles are available. Please contact your Icom dealer or distributor.
* Used for optional unit installation. Ask the technical dealer for details. i PRECAUTIONS R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 31.5 V DC. This could damage the transceiver. R WARNING! NEVER cut the DC power cable between the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect connection is made after cutting, the transceiver might be damaged. R WARNING! NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury. CAUTION: NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids. DO NOT operate or place the transceiver in areas with temperatures below 30C (22F) or above +60C (+140F), or in areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard. DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicles engine. The vehicles battery will quickly run out when the transceiver transmits while the vehicles engine is OFF. DO NOT place the transceiver in excessively dusty environments. DO NOT place the transceiver against walls. Otherwise heat dissipation will be obstructed. DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they damage the transceiver surfaces. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when operating continuously for long periods. USE the specified microphone only. Other microphones have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver. Place the transceiver in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children. KEEP the transceiver away from the heavy rain, and never immerse it in the water. The transceiver meets IP54* requirements for dust-protection and splash resistance. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, dust protection and splash resistance cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, and so on.
*Only when the supplied microphone is attached. CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used. Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Icom inc. is under license. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. ii PRCAUTIONS R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS connecter l'metteur-rcepteur a une alimentation CA au risque de provoquer un incendie ou un choc electrique. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS brancher lmetteur-rcepteur sur une source dalimentation de plus de 31.5 V CC. NE JAMAIS mettre lorsque le coupleur est activ (ON), alors qu'aucune antenne n'est raccorde, au risque d'endommager gravement l'metteur-rcepteur. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS couper le cble dalimentation CC entre la prise CC larrire de lmetteur-
rcepteur et le porte fusible. Lmetteur-rcepteur peut tre endommag par la suite en cas de connexion inapproprie. MISE EN GARDE: NE JAMAIS placer lmetteur-
rcepteur un emplacement o il pourrait gner le fonctionnement normal du navire ou provoquer des blessures corporelles. MISE EN GARDE: NE JAMAIS exposer lmetteur-
rcepteur la pluie, la neige ou tout autre liquide. NE PAS utiliser ou placer lmetteur-rcepteur dans des zones o la temperature est infrieure 30C (22F) ou suprieure
+60C (+140F) ou dans des zones soumises au rayonnement solaire direct, telles le tableau de bord. En utilisation mobile, NE PAS utiliser un emetteur-recepteur embarque avec le moteur du vehicule arrete. La batterie du vhicule sera rapidement puis lorsque la radio transmet lorsque le moteur du vhicule est teint. NE PAS placer l'metteur-rcepteur dans un environnement excessivement poussiereux ou en plein soleil. NE PAS placer l'metteur-rcepteur contre un mur pour ne pas gner la dispersion de la chaleur. NE PAS utiliser de solvants agressifs tels que l'essence ou l'alcool pour nettoyer le lmetteur-rcepteur, en raison des risques d'endommager la surface du lmetteur-rcepteur. ATTENTION! Lmetteur-rcepteur chauffe en cas dutilisation continue sur une longue dure. Utiliser exclusivement un microphone Icom (fourni dorigine ou en option). La repartition des broches des microphones des autres fabricants est diffrente et leur connexion lIC-A120/IC-A120E peut endommager lmetteur-rcepteur. Placer lmetteur-rcepteur hors de porte des enfants pour viter toute utilisation inopine. PLACEZ l'metteur-rcepteur loin d'une forte pluie et ne jamais l'immerger dans l'eau. Cet metteur-rcepteur rpond aux exigences de la norme IP54* en matire de protection contre la poussire et de rsistance aux claboussures. Toutefois, si l'metteur-rcepteur tombe par terre, la protection contre la poussire et la rsistance aux claboussures ne peuvent tre garanties, car l'appareil peut tre fissur ou le joint d'tanchit peut tre endommag, etc.
*Seulement lorsque le microphone fourni est fix. MISE EN GARDE: Utilisation de 8,33 kHz Espacement des canaux de cette radio est strictement interdite et ne doit pas tre utilis au Canada. iii SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION WA R N ING Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as Occupational Use Only, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the General Population in an uncontrolled environment. For compliance with FCC and Industry Canada RF Exposure Requirements, the transmitter antenna installation shall comply with the following two conditions:
1. The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed 0 dBi. 2. The antenna is required to be located outside of a vehicle and kept at a distance of 56 centimeters or more between the transmitting antenna of this device and any persons during operation. For a small vehicle, the antenna as worst case, the antenna shall be located on the roof top at any place on the centre line along the vehicle in order to achieve 56 centimeters separation distance. In order to ensure this distance is met, the installation of the antenna must be mounted at least 56 centimeters away from the nearest edge of the vehicle in order to protect against exposure to bystanders. To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
CAUTION DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage 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 manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time
(50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the TX indicator appears. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT switch. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites. iv INFORMATION EN MATIRE DE SCURIT AVERTISSEMENT Votre radio Icom produit une nergie lectromagntique de radiofrquences (RF), en mode de transmission. Cette radio est conue pour un usage professionnel seulement et classe comme tel, ce qui signifie qu'elle doit tre utilise uniquement dans le cadre d'un travail par des personnes conscientes des dangers et des mesures visant minimiser ces dangers. Elle N'EST PAS conue pour une utilisation grand public, dans un environnement non contrl. Afin de satisfaire aux exigences de la FCC et d'Industrie Canada en matire d'exposition aux RF, il est ncessaire que l'antenne soit installe conformment aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. Le gain de l'antenne du radio metteur ne doit pas dpasser 0 dBi. 2. Il faut que l'antenne mettrice de cet appareil soit place l'extrieur d'un vhicule et tenue loigne d'au moins 56 centimtres de toute personne pendant le fonctionnement. Dans le pire des cas, pour un petit vhicule, l'antenne doit tre place sur le toit, n'importe o dans l'axe central du vhicule, afin de respecter une distance de 56 cm du bord le plus rapproch du vhicule et ainsi viter que les personnes prsentes soient exposes. Afin de vous assurer que votre exposition une nergie lectromagntique de RF se situe dans les limites permises par la FCC pour une utilisation grand public, veuillez en tout temps respecter les directives suivantes:
MISE EN GARDE NE PAS faire fonctionner la radio sans qu'une antenne approprie y soit fixe, car ceci risque d'endommager la radio et causer une exposition suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC. L'antenne approprie est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne spcialement autorise par le fabricant pour tre utilise avec cette radio. NE PAS mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation de l'appareil (50% du facteur d'utilisation). mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation peut causer une exposition aux RF suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC. La radio est en train dmettre lorsque le tmoin du mode de transmission s'affiche sur l'cran ACL. La radio mettra si vous appuyez sur le bouton du microphone. Interfrence lectromagntique et compatibilit En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l'nergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interfrences avec d'autres appareils ou systmes. Pour viter de telles interfrences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs o une signalisation lexige. NE PAS faire fonctionner l'metteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement lectromagntique tels que les hpitaux, les aronefs et les sites de dynamitage. v TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT .......................................................................... i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ....................................................... i SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .................................................. i PRECAUTIONS .................................................................... ii PRCAUTIONS ....................................................................iii SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ................................... iv INFORMATION EN MATIRE DE SCURIT ..................... v 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ................................................12 Front panel ...................................................................1 Function display ...........................................................2 2 BASIC OPERATION ....................................................35 Turning ON the transceiver ..........................................3 Receiving and transmitting ...........................................4 Adjusting the squelch ...................................................5 3 Bluetooth OPERATION ............................................68 Operating Bluetooth ...................................................6 Electromagnetic Interference .......................................6 Pairing with a headset ..................................................7 Connecting a paired headset .......................................7 Setting AF Output .........................................................8 Disconnecting a headset ..............................................8 Unpairing a headset .....................................................8 4 MENU MODE .............................................................910 Using the Menu mode ..................................................9 Menu item list ...............................................................9 5 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ......................... 1112 Specifications ............................................................. 11 Options .......................................................................12 5 INFORMATION ........................................................1315 Firmware version identification ..................................13 Disposal .....................................................................13 Country code list ........................................................13 VFO channel ID list ....................................................14 FCC information .........................................................15 INDEX.................................................................................16 vi 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel VOLUME CONTROL KNOB UP/DOWN KEYS []/[]
STATUS INDICATOR FUNCTION DISPLAY POWER KEY [
]
SPEAKER MICROPHONE CONNECTOR 1 1 ENTER/MHz/GRP KEY [
]/[MHz]/[GRP]
MENU/CLEAR KEY [MENU]/[CLR]
SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT/LOCK KEY [SQL]/[
]
PRIORITY CHANNEL/DUALWATCH KEY [PRI]/[DUAL]
SCAN KEY [SCAN]
Function display PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 BLUETOOTH ICON TX/BUSY ICON LOCKOUT ICON SCAN/CHANNEL ICON OPERATING MODE ICON GROUP NAME READOUT RX MEMORY NAME READOUT CHANNEL READOUT FREQUENCY READOUT 01 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 13 14 15 16 2 2 BASIC OPERATION Turning ON the transceiver Hold down [
] for 1 second to turn ON the transceiver. If the transceiver is preset for a start-up password, enter the 6 digits password. While in the Password Entry mode, PASSWORD is displayed. D Entering the password Enter the password in the following manner. KEY NUMBER 0 5 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9
/MHz/GRP]. Example:
If the password is 513824, push [SCAN], [PRI/DUAL],
[MENU/CLR], [MENU/CLR], [SQL/
], and then push
[
Note that each key represents 2 digits. That means, 123456 and 678901 are entered in exactly the same way (requires no multiple or extended pushing.) The entered password will not be displayed. If PASSWORD does not disappear after entering, the entered password is incorrect. Turn OFF the transceiver, and then try again. 3 Receiving and transmitting 1. Setting the frequency Setting the frequency in the Memory mode 1) Open the MEMORY menu. Push [
/MHz/GRP]. 2) Select GROUPS item. Push [] or [], and then push [
/MHz/GRP]. 3) Select a desired group. Push [] or [], and then push [
/MHz/GRP]. 4) Select a desired channel. Push [] or []. BASIC OPERATION 2 Setting the frequency in the VFO mode
(For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.) 1) Switch the transceiver to the VFO mode. Select VFO MODE group in the Menu mode and then push [
/MHz/GRP]. The MHz digit blinks.
/MHz/GRP], and then push [] or []. MENU > VFO MODE/MEMORY MODE 2) Set the MHz digit. Push [
3) Exit the MHz Digit Selection mode. Push [
4) Set the kHz digit. Push [] or []. TIP: You can select the channel spacing in the CH SPACING item*. MENU > SETTINGS > FUNCTIONS > CH SPACING
/MHz/GRP] again.
* The menu may not be displayed, depending on the transceivers presettings. Ask your authorized Icom dealer or transceiver administrator for details. CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used. 1 02 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 4 2 BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting (Continued) 2. Receiving When receiving a signal, BUSY is displayed and audio is heard. Rotate volume control knob to adjust the audio level. Adjust the squelch if necessary. See Adjusting the squelch to the right for details. Adjusting the squelch Adjust the squelch to mute undesired noise when no signal is received. 1) Open the SQL window. Push [SQL/
]. 2) Adjust the squelch. Push [] or [] to select the desired squelch level. 3. Transmitting 1) Hold down [PTT], and then speak at your normal voice level. TX is displayed. 2) Release [PTT] to receive. Information To maximise the clarity of the signal, hold the microphone about 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth. 5 Operating Bluetooth If the UT-133A Bluetooth unit is installed in the transceiver, you can connect a Bluetooth headset. When you connect the VS-3 Bluetooth headset to the transceiver, you can wirelessly transmit and receive the headset audio. The VS-3 has a [PTT] switch, so you can transmit in the same way as using the transceivers [PTT] switch. Communication range of Bluetooth is approximately 10 meters (32.8 ft). The Bluetooth communication range may vary, depending on your operating environment. Microwave ovens or Wireless LANs may cause interference. In that case, stop using those devices or move away from them. This Bluetooth headset has a usable range. If communication is unstable, move within the range. Bluetooth OPERATION 3 02 03 Bluetooth Optional Vs-3 Bluetooth headset Transceiver with the UT-133A Bluetooth unit Electromagnetic Interference When you use a Bluetooth headset, pay attention to the following:
Bluetooth devices operate in the 2.4 GHz band. The 2.4 GHz band is also used by other devices, such as Wireless LAN products, microwave ovens, RFID systems, amateur radio stations, and so on. When using the Bluetooth headset near such devices, interference may occur, causing a decrease in communication speed, and an unstable connection. In such cases, use the headset away from the other devices, or stop using those headsets. 6 3 Bluetooth OPERATION 1) Open the BLUETOOTH FUNC item. Pairing with a headset These instructions describe pairing with the VS-3 Bluetooth headset. You can pair a maximum of 7 Bluetooth headsets with the transceiver. If you try to pair a Bluetooth headset to a transceiver that already has 7 headsets paired with it, the oldest headset will automatically be unpaired. 1. Turning ON transceivers Bluetooth function 2) Activate the Bluetooth unit. Select ON and push [
2. Entering the Pairing mode of the VS-3 3. Pairing the Bluetooth headset 2) Search for a headset to pair. Select HEADSET and push MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT >DEVICE SEARCH MENU > SETTINGS > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH FUNC 1) Open the DEVICE SEARCH item. See the VS-3s instruction manual for details.
/MHz/GRP]. 7
/MHz/GRP].
[
The found headsets are displayed. NOT FOUND is displayed if no headsets are found. Push [MENU/CLR] to cancel searching. The headset name changes to its Bluetooth device address in 5 seconds. 3) Select the desired headset to pair. Push [] or [] and then push [
/MHz/GRP]. A passkey or PIN code may be required to pair, depending on the headset. Refer to your headsets instructions for details. 4) Exit the Menu mode. Push [
]. is displayed if the headset is correctly paired. Connecting a paired headset If you have a previously paired headset, follow the steps below to connect it. 1) Open the PAIR/CONNECT menu. MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT 2) Select the desired headset to connect. Push [] or [] and then push [
3) Connect the headset. Select CONNECT and then push CONNECT and UNPAIR is displayed. The paired headsets are displayed.
/MHz/GRP].
/MHz/GRP].
[
The check mark 4 in the box is displayed. 4) Exit the Menu mode. Push [
]. Bluetooth OPERATION 3 Setting AF Output You can select the AF output option in the AF OUTPUT item. MENU > SETTINGS > BLUETOOTH > HEADSET SET >
AF OUTPUT
/MHz/GRP], and then select [YES]. The check mark 4 in the box disappears. 3) Disconnect the headset. Push [
4) Exit the Menu mode. Push [
]. HEADSET:
Outputs audio to the connected Bluetooth headset. HEADSET & SPEAKER: Outputs audio to both the connected Bluetooth headset and the transceivers speaker. Disconnecting a headset You can disconnect from a headset without cancelling the pairing. 1) Open the PAIR/CONNECT menu. MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT 2) Select the desired headset to disconnect. Push [] or [] and then push [
The connected headsets are displayed. DISCONNECT is displayed.
/MHz/GRP]. Unpairing a headset You can unpair a Bluetooth headset. Before unpairing a connected headset, disconnect it. 1) Open the PAIR/CONNECT menu. MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT The paired headsets are displayed. 2) Select the desired headset to unpair. Push [] or [] and then push [
3) Unpair the headset. Select UNPAIR and push [
/MHz/GRP].
/MHz/GRP]. The headset name disappears from the PAIR/CONNECT menu. 4) Exit the Menu mode. Push [
]. 03 8 4 MENU MODE Using the Menu mode You can set seldom changed settings in the Menu mode. You can customize the transceiver settings to suit your preference and operating style. Example: Turning OFF the key beep. 1) Enter the Menu mode. Push [MENU/CLR]. 2) Open the SETTINGS group. Push [] or [], and then push [
/MHz/GRP]. 3) Open the SOUNDS menu. Push [] or [], and then push [
/MHz/GRP]. 4) Open the KEY BEEP item. Push [] or [], and then push [
/MHz/GRP]. 5) Select OFF. Push [] or [], and then push [
/MHz/GRP]. 6) Exit the Menu mode. Push [
]. 9 Menu item list The list on this basic manual shows the transceivers menu items. See the FULL MANUAL for each menu items details. You can download the FULL MANUAL from the Icom website, shown below. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/manual/
index.php The menu items contained in the transceiver may be different, depending on the transceivers setting. Ask your dealer or transceiver administrator for details. VFO MODE/MEMORY MODE group
(For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.) MEMORY WRITE group
(May not be displayed, depending on the transceivers settings.) MEMORY NAME LOCKOUT GROUP GROUP NAME WRITE MEMORY MANAGE group*1 EDIT MEMORY NAME LOCKOUT GROUP NAME OVERWRITE DELETE BLUETOOTH group*2 PAIR/CONNECT DEVICE SEARCH PAIRING STANDBY SETTINGS group FUNCTIONS CH SPACING*1 PRIORITY CH*1 NOISE LIMITING TIME OUT TIMER*1 MIC KEY CUSTOMIZE*1 LOCK FUNCTION CI-V*1
*1 May not be displayed, depending on the transceivers setting.
*2 Displayed only when the optional UT-133A Bluetooth unit is installed. MENU MODE 4 SETTINGS group (Continued) SCAN*1 SCAN TYPE*1 RESUME TIMER*1 ON-HOOK SCAN*1 STOP/TX CH*1 LCD BACKLIGHT LCD CONTRAST INDICATION TYPE DISPLAY SOUNDS KEY BEEP BEEP LEVEL SIDE TONE SPEAKER OUTPUT BLUETOOTH*2 BLUETOOTH FUNC AUTO CONNECT*1 HEADSET SET DATA DEVICE SET*1 DEVICE INFO DEVICE INITIALIZE*1 INFORMATION VERSION 04 10 5 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS IC-A120 IC-A120E IC-A120 IC-A120E IC-A120 IC-A120E (AUS version) IC-A120E (Others) 6K00A3E/5K60A3E (FCC/EXP) 6K00A3E (Industry Canada) 6K80A3E/5K00A3E*1 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz 118.000 to 136.97500 MHz 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz 25 kHz/8.33*1 kHz Specifications In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used. D General Frequency range:
Channel spacing:
Type of emission:
Number of memory channels: 200 Antenna impedance:
Antenna connector:
Power supply requirement:
Current drain (at 13.75 V):
TX Maximum audio Operating temperature range:
IC-A120 IC-A120E Dimensions:
Weight (approximately):
D Transmitter Output power:
Frequency stability:
Modulation system:
Audio frequency distortion:
Spurious emissions:
*2 Except for operating frequency 1 MHz. 9 kHz to 30 MHz 30 MHz to 1 GHz 1 GHz to 4 GHz IC-A120 IC-A120E*2 161 (W)45 (H)175 (D) mm, 6.3 (W)1.8 (H)6.9 (D) inches 1.5 kg, 3.3 lb 50 (nominal) SO-239 13.75 V/27.5 V DC
(negative ground)
(projections not included) 30C to +60C, 22F to +140F 20C to +55C IC-A120 IC-A120E IC-A120 IC-A120E 5.0 A 4.0 A 9 W (Carrier power) typical 9 W1.5 dB
(+15C to +35C) 9 W+1.5 dB/3dB
(20C to +55C)
(30C to +60C, 22F to +140F) 5 ppm 1 ppm (0C to +40C) Last stage modulations Less than 10%
(at 70% modulation) Less than 10%
(at 85% modulation +3 dB) Less than 60 dBc Less than 46 dBm Less than 36 dBm
(For Harmonics) Less than 46 dBm
(For Non-Harmonics) Less than 30 dBm
(For Harmonics) Less than 40 dBm
(For Non-Harmonics)
*1 Except IC-A120E (AUS version). 11 D Receiver Receive system:
Intermediate frequencies:
Sensitivity:
IC-A120 IC-A120E Squelch sensitivity:
Spurious response rejection ratio:
Audio output power:
External speaker More than 10 W IC-A120 IC-A120E IC-A120 IC-A120E Double conversion superheterodyne 1st 38.85 MHz 2nd 450 kHz Less than 1 V (pd)
(at 6 dB S/N) Less than 101 dBm
(12 dB SINAD with CCITT) Less than 0.35 V (pd) Less than 116 dBm More than 5 mV (pd) More than 70 dB Side tone
(at 13.75 V DC with 8 load 60% mod, 10%
distortion) More than 100 mW
(at 13.75 V DC with 500 load 60% mod, 10% distortion) All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS 5 Options HM-217 speaker micrOphOne The speaker microphone with []/[] keys and [P1]/[P2]
keys. VS-3 Bluetooth headset The Bluetooth headset with a [PTT] switch. UT-133A Bluetooth unit OPC-871A headset adapter The adapter to connect a standard headset. OPC-478UC clOning cable The cable to connect a PC and the OPC-592 clOning cable adapter when you control the transceiver with the CI-V commands. OPC-592 clOning cable adapter The cable adapter to connect the transceiver and the OPC-478UC clOning cable when you control the transceiver with the CI-V commands. 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 the Icom transceiver is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. 05 12 6 INFORMATION Firmware version identification You can identify your transceivers firmware version in the VERSION menu. MENU > SETTINGS > INFORMATION > VERSION Disposal The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your product, literature, or packaging reminds you that in the European Union, all electrical and electronic products, batteries, and accumulators
(rechargeable batteries) must be taken to designated collection locations at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area. 13 VFO channel ID list
(For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.) Channel spacing: 25 kHz (Actual frequency is displayed.) Operating Frequency Channel spacing Channel ID
(MHz) 118.0000 118.0250 118.0500 118.0750 118.1000
(kHz) 25 25 25 25 25
(Displayed Frequency) 118.000 118.025 118.050 118.075 118.100 These tables show just the display example between 118.0000 MHz and 118.1000 MHz. Not all frequencies in the band are shown. INFORMATION 6 Channel spacing: 8.33 kHz Operating Frequency Channel spacing Channel ID
(MHz) 118.0000 118.0083 118.0167 118.0250 118.0333 118.0417 118.0500 118.0583 118.0667 118.0750 118.0833 118.0917 118.1000
(kHz) 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33 8.33
(Displayed Frequency) 118.005 118.010 118.015 118.030 118.035 118.040 118.055 118.060 118.065 118.080 118.085 118.090 118.105 CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used. 1 2 3 4 5 06 7 8 9 0 2 3 4 5 6 14 6 INFORMATION FCC information FOR CLASS A UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. POUR LES RAYONNEMENTS NON INTENTIONNELS DE CLASSE A:
Cet quipement a t test et reconnu conforme aux limites fixes pour un appareil numrique de classe A, conformment au point 15 de la rglementation FCC. Ces limites sont dfinies de faon fournir une protection raisonnable contre le brouillage prjudiciable lorsque cet appareil est utilis dans un environnement commercial. Cet quipement gnre, utilise et peut mettre un rayonnement de frquence radio. S'il n'a pas t install conformment aux instructions, il peut par ailleurs crer des interfrences perturbant les communications radio. L'utilisation de cet appareil dans une zone rsidentielle peut provoquer un brouillage prjudiciable, auquel cas l'utilisateur sera tenu de corriger la situation ses frais. 15 AF Output .............................................................................7 Receiving ..............................................................................4 INDEX R S T V Safety training information ................................................... iv Specifications ..................................................................... 11 Squelch.................................................................................5 Transmitting ..........................................................................4 Turning ON the transceiver ..................................................3 VFO channel ID list.............................................................14 A B D E F H I M O P Basic operation .....................................................................3 Bluetooth operation .............................................................6 Disposal ..............................................................................13 Electromagnetic Interference................................................6 FCC information .................................................................15 Firmware version identification ...........................................13 Front panel ...........................................................................1 Function display....................................................................2 Headset Connecting a paired headset ...........................................7 Disconnecting from a headset .........................................8 Pairing with a headset .....................................................7 Unpairing a headset.........................................................8 Important ............................................................................... i Menu item list .......................................................................9 Menu mode...........................................................................9 Options ...............................................................................12 Panel Description .................................................................1 Precautions........................................................................... ii 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 A7249D-1EX-2a Printed in Japan 20152018 Icom Inc. Printed on recycled paper with soy ink. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan