This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. BASIC MANUALVHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVERS|A16|A16E Thank you for choosing this Icom product. This product is designed and built with Icom s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. Important READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-A16 and IC-A16E. For Advanced features and instructions, see the FULL MANUAL on the Icom website for details. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/manual Explicit definitions WORD DEFINITION R DANGER! Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur. R WARNING! Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. CAUTION NOTE Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. Features z 25 kHz/8.33 kHz channel spacing compatible z Bluetooth function that can connect your Wireless headset*1 z Compact, waterproof durable design (IP67*2 and MIL-STD-810-G)
*1 For only transceivers with the built-in Bluetooth unit
*2 When the battery, antenna, and jack cap are attached. Supplied accessories Battery pack Belt clip Handstrap Flexible antenna Battery charger Power adapter NOTE:
Some accessories are not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver Confirm both battery sliding locks are locked in place, when attaching the battery pack or the battery case to the transceiver. Both sliding locks make a click sound when locked. version. i BASIC MANUAL Precautions R DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Shorting may occur if the terminals touch metal objects such as a key, so be careful when placing the battery packs (or the transceiver) in bags, and so on. Carry them so that shorting cannot occur with metal objects. Shorting may damage not only the battery pack, but also the transceiver. R DANGER! NEVER use or charge Icom battery packs with non-Icom transceivers or non-Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom transceivers or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst. R DANGER! NEVER operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. 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 inches) 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. The continuous high volume operation may cause a ringing in your ears. If you experience the ringing, reduce the volume level or discontinue use. CAUTION: DO NOT use harsh solvents such as Benzine or alcohol when cleaning. This could damage the equipment surfaces. If the surface becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. CAUTION: DO NOT place or leave the transceiver in excessively dusty environments. This could damage the transceiver. CAUTION: DO NOT expose the transceiver to heavy rain, and never immerse it in water. The transceiver meets IP67 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. DO NOT place or leave the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas outside of the specified temperature range:
IC-A16:
IC-A16E: 20C ~ +55C Keep the transceiver in a secure place to prevent use by unauthorized persons. This transceiver is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. This transceiver is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where the transceiver operator must have the knowledge to control. This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present. 10C (14F) ~ +60C (+140F) 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. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. 3M, PELTOR, and WS are trademarks of 3M Company. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. ii 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL Prcautions (pour le Canada) R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS court-
circuiter les bornes du blocbatterie. Un court-circuit peut se produire si les bornes touchent des objets mtalliques, tels que des cls, faites donc attention lorsque vous rangez des blocs-batteries (ou lmetteur-
rcepteur) dans des sacs, etc. Transportez-
les de telle sorte que des courts-circuits ne peuvent se produire avec des objets mtalliques.Car cela peut endommager le bloc-batterie ainsi que lmetteur-rcepteur. R DANGER! Nutilisez JAMAIS et ne rechargez JAMAIS des blocsbatteries Icom avec des metteurs-rcepteurs non-Icom ou des chargeurs non-Icom. Seuls les blocs-batteries Icom sont tests et homologus pour tre utiliss avec des metteurs-rcepteurs Icom ou pour tre rechargs avec des chargeurs Icom. Lutilisation de blocs-batteries ou de chargeurs tiers ou de contrefaon peut tre lorigine de fumes, dincendie ou peut faire clater la batterie. R DANGER! NE JAMAIS utiliser lmetteur-rcepteur proximit de dtonateurs lectriques non blinds ou dans une atmosphre explosive. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS tenir le terminal de communication avec lantenne place proximit immdiate ou en contact avec des parties du corps exposes, en particulier le visage ou les yeux, lors des transmissions.Les performances de la radio sont optimales quand le microphone est tenu entre 5 et 10 cm de la bouche de lutilisateur et quand lappareil est vertical. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS utiliser lmetteur-rcepteur avec un casque ou tout autre accessoire audio un niveau sonore lev. Lutilisation continue un niveau sonore lev peut provoquer un bourdonnement dans vos oreilles. ATTENTION: NE PAS utiliser de dissolvants agressifs tels que du Benzne ou de lalcool lors du nettoyage, car ils endommageraient les surfaces de lmetteur-rcepteur. Si lmetteur-
cepteur est poussireux ou sale, nettoyez-
le avec un tissu doux et sec. ATTENTION: NE PAS placer lmetteur-
rcepteur dans des environnements excessivement poussireux. Cela pourrait endommager lmetteur-rcepteur. ATTENTION: NE PAS exposer lmetteur-
rcepteur la pluie, la neige ou tout liquide. Cet metteur-rcepteur rpond aux exigences de la norme IP67 en matire de protection contre la poussire et de rsistance aux claboussures. Cependant, en cas de chute de lmetteur-rcepteur, la protection contre la poussire et la rsistance aux claboussures ne peuvent plus tre garanties, car le boitier risque dtre fissur ou le joint dtanchit endommag, etc. NE PAS placer ou laisser lmetteur-
rcepteur en plein soleil ou dans un environnement soumis des tempratures infrieures 30C (22F) ou suprieures
+60C (+140F). Placez lmetteur-rcepteur dans un lien sr pour viter toute utilisation par des personnes non autorises. 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 BASIC MANUAL Recommendation CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY IN A BOWL OF FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operating. Otherwise, the transceivers keys, switches, and controllers may become unusable, due to salt crystallization, and/or the charging terminals of the battery pack may corrode. Table of contents NOTE: If the transceivers waterproof protection appears defective, carefully clean it with a soft, damp (fresh water) cloth, then dry it before operating. The transceiver may lose its waterproof protection if the case, jack cap, or connector cover is cracked or broken, or the transceiver has been dropped. Contact your Icom distributor or your dealer for advice. iv 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels 1 9 8 7 6 5 2 Microphone 3 4 1 ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connect the supplied antenna. 2 PTT SWITCH [PTT]
3 SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT KEYS Hold down to transmit, release to receive.
[SQL]/[SQL]
Push to adjust the squelch level. 4 UP/DOWN KEYS []/[]
z Push to change or select the frequency, memory channel, Set mode setting, and so on. z While scanning, push to change the scanning direction. 5 CLEAR/HOME KEY [CLR]/[HOME]
z Push to return to the VFO mode. 6 MEMORY/MEMORY WRITE KEY [MR]/[MW]
z Push to enter the Memory Channel Selection mode. z Push [F], and then push this key to enter the Memory write mode. Connects a third party headset through the optional headset adapter. 7 HEADSET JACK 8 LOCK KEY [
]
z Push to lock the keypad. z Hold down for 1 second to unlock the keypad. 9 VOLUME/POWER SWITCH [VOL]
z Rotate to turn the transceiver ON or OFF. z Rotate to adjust the audio output level. 1 BASIC MANUAL PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 Keypad z Push to set the frequency, select a Memory channel, and so on. z Push [FUNC], and then push or hold down another key within 3 seconds to use the secondary functions listed below. KEYS Push [1]/[ANL]
Push [2]/[SCAN] Start a scan. Turn the Automatic Noise Limiter (ANL) function ON or OFF. FUNCTIONS L Push [CLR] to stop a scan. In the Memory mode, enter the Memory selection mode. Push [3]/[GRP]
Push [4]/[WX-ALT] Turn the Weather Alert function ON or OFF. Push [5]/[DUP-W] Enter the Duplex frequency entry mode. Push [6]/[DUP]
Push [7]/[WX]*
Push [8]/[BEEP]
Push [9]/[TAG]
Hold down
[ENT]/[SET] for 1 second Push [0]/[121.5]
L Confirm the NAV band frequency is selected. Turn the Duplex function ON or OFF. Enter the Weather Channel Selection mode. Turn the Key beep ON or OFF. Tag or untag the selected memory channel. Enter the Set mode. Select the emergency frequency.
*For only the USA version. 2 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display 1 432 5 86 9 10 7 1 FUNCTION ICON Displayed for 3 seconds when you push [FUNC], to use secondary functions assigned to a key. 2 MEMORY CHANNEL ICON Blinks when the memory channel is selected. Displayed when the tagged memory channel is selected. 3 TAG ICON 4 BLUETOOTH ICON Displayed when a Bluetooth headset is connected. 5 RX/TX ICON Displayed while receiving or transmitting. 6 DUPLEX ICON z Displayed when the Duplex function is ON. z Blinks while entering the duplex frequency to the memory channel. 7 AUTOMATIC NOISE LIMITER ICON Displayed when the Automatic Noise Limiter function is ON. 8 WEATHER ALERT ICON Displayed when the Weather Alert function is ON. 9 LOCK ICON [
Displayed when the Lock function is ON. 10 LOW BATTERY ICON
]
z Displayed when the charging is required. z Blinks when the battery exhausted. 3 BASIC MANUAL BATTERY CHARGING 2 Battery caution Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery performance. R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals, or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat generation, and the battery may burst, emit smoke or catch fire. R DANGER! NEVER place or leave battery packs in areas with temperatures above 60C
(140F). High temperature buildup in the battery cells, such as could occur near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause the battery cells to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures may also degrade the battery packs performance or shorten the battery cells life. R DANGER! NEVER strike or otherwise impact the battery pack. Do not use the battery pack if it has been severely impacted or dropped, or if the pack has been subjected to heavy pressure. Battery pack 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. R DANGER! NEVER expose the battery pack to rain, snow, seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet pack. If the pack gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using. R DANGER! NEVER place or leave battery packs near fire. Fire or heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of used battery packs in accordance with local regulations. R DANGER! NEVER let fluid from inside the battery get in your eyes. This can cause blindness. Rinse your eyes with clean water, without rubbing them, and immediately go to a doctor. R WARNING! NEVER put the battery pack in a microwave oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the battery cells to rupture. R WARNING! NEVER use the battery pack 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! NEVER use deteriorated battery packs. They could cause a fire. R WARNING! NEVER Iet fluid from inside the battery cells come in contact with your body. If it does, immediately wash with clean water. CAUTION: DO NOT use the battery pack out of the specified temperature range for the transceiver (30C ~ +60C (22F ~
+140F)) and the battery itself (20C ~
+60C (4F ~ +140F)). Using the battery out of its specified temperature range will reduce its performance and battery cells life. Please note that the specified temperature range of the battery may exceed that of the transceiver. In such cases, the transceiver may not work properly because it is out of its operating temperature range. CAUTION: DO NOT leave the pack fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive temperature environment (above 50C, 122F) for an extended period of time. If the battery pack must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the transceiver after discharging. You may use the battery pack until the remaining capacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool and dry place at the following temperature range:
20C ~ +50C (4F ~ +122F)
(within a month) 20C ~ +40C (4F ~ +104F)
(within three months) 20C ~ +20C (4F ~ +68F)
(within a year) BE SURE to replace the battery pack with a new one approximately five years after manufacturing, even if it still holds a charge. The material inside the battery cells will become weak after a period of time, even with little use. The estimated number of times you can charge the pack is between 300 and 500. Even when the pack appears to be fully charged, the operating time of the transceiver may become short when:
Approximately 5 years have passed since the pack was manufactured. The pack has been repeatedly charged. 4 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 2 BATTERY CHARGING 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 vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such environments, the safety/
protection circuit in the battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging. R WARNING! NEVER charge the transceiver during a lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause a fire or damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the power adapter before a storm. 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 charger. 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 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. R WARNING! Occasionally observe the battery pack condition while charging. If any abnormal condition occurs, discontinue using the battery pack. CAUTION: DO NOT charge the battery outside of the specified temperature range:
10C ~ 40C (50F ~ 104F)). Otherwise, the charging time will be longer, but the battery will not reach a full charge. While charging, at a point after the temperature goes out of the specified range, the charging will automatically stop. 5 BASIC MANUAL BATTERY CHARGING 2 Battery charger NOTE: Before attaching or detaching a battery pack, BE SURE to turn OFF the transceiver by rotating [VOL] fully counter clockwise, until it makes a click sound. Otherwise, a transceiver malfunction could occur. D Supplied battery charger Charging time:
Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-280 Power adapter*
Turn OFF Battery pack Battery charger Charging indicator Lights orange: Charging Lights green: Charged The CP-23L (for a 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of the power adapter.
* May not be supplied, or the shape may be different, depending on the transceiver version. NOTE: If the charging indicator alternately blinks green and orange, remove the battery pack or the transceiver from the charger, then reinsert it. D Optional BC-214 MULTI CHARGER Charging time:
Approximately 2 to 3 hours for the BP-280 Additionally needed item
(purchase separately):
The BC-157S ac adapter or the OPC-656 dc power cable CAUTION: DO NOT reverse the polarity when connecting the OPC-656 to a power source. This will ruin the battery charger. Red: +, Black: _ Battery pack Turn OFF Power adapter*1 Charger adapter*2 OPC-656 Connect to a DC power supply:
12 to 16 V, at least 7 A Red: +, Black: _
*1 A different type, or no power adapter is supplied, depending on the charger version.
*2 Charger adapters shape may differ, depending on the charger version. 6 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 3 SET MODE Using the Set mode You can use the Set mode to set infrequently changed values or function settings. 1. Push [FUNC], and then hold down
[ENT]/[SET] for 1 second. The Set mode item is displayed. 2. Push [MR]/[MW] to select an item. L Push [ENT]/[SET] to go to the next tree level, go back a level by pushing
[CLR]/[HOME]. 3. Push [] or [] to select an option. 4. Push [CLR]/[HOME] to exit the Set mode. See the FULL MANUAL for each menu items details. You can download the FULL MANUAL from the Icom website. L The Set mode items contained in the transceiver may be different, depending on the transceivers version or presettings. Ask your dealer for details. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/
download/manual D Set mode items ITEM Backlight MIC gain Internal MIC VOX setting VOX Level VOX delay TOT Battery voltage Eco mode Bluetooth settings Bluetooth Auto connect Connect/Disconnect Pairing Headset settings
/
SCO AF Output Headset function Icom headset Power save PTT PTT Beep Initialize Bluetooth unit CPU version Bluetooth unit version 7 BASIC MANUAL BASIC OPERATION 4 Receiving and transmitting D Setting the frequency L If the transceiver is in the Memory mode, push [CLR]/[HOME] to exit the Memory mode. z Use the keypad to set the frequency. Selecting a Memory channel 1. Push [FUNC], and then push
[MR]/[MW] to enter the Memory mode. The memory channels name or blinks. frequency is displayed, if it is entered. 2. Push [] or [] to select a channel. TIP: To change the selected group:
L Confirm the transceiver is in the Memory mode. 1. Push [FUNC], and then push
[GRP]. 2. Push [] or [] to select a group, and then push [ENT]/[SET]. D Using the Automatic Noise Limiter (ANL) function The function reduces noise components in the received signal, such as those caused by engine ignition systems. z Push [FUNC], and then push [ANL] to turn the function ON or OFF. ANL is displayed while the function is ON. D Transmitting CAUTION: DO NOT transmit without an antenna. It may damage the transceiver. z Hold down [PTT], and then speak at your normal voice level. TX is displayed. D Receiving When receiving a signal, RX is displayed and audio should be heard. L Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio output level. D Adjusting the squelch level z Push [SQL]/[SQL] to adjust the squelch level until the noise just disappears, when no signal is received. The squelch level is displayed while adjusting. Selecting the 121.5 MHz emergency frequency In case of emergency, you can immediately select the 121.5 MHz emergency frequency. z Push [FUNC], and then push [121.5] to select the emergency frequency. L Push [CLR] to return to the previously selected frequency. 8 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 5 HEADSET CONNECTION Using a Bluetooth headset
(For only transceivers with the built-in Bluetooth unit) Transceivers with the built-in Bluetooth unit can connect Bluetooth headsets. The communication range of Bluetooth is approximately 10 meters (33 ft). D Pairing with a device You can pair maximum of 4 Bluetooth headsets to the transceiver. L These instructions describe pairing with the VS-3 Bluetooth headset, as an example. 1. Turning ON the transceivers Bluetooth function 1. Push [FUNC], and then hold down
[ENT]/[SET] for 1 second to enter the Set mode. 2. Select BT SET, and then push 3. Select ON, and then push [ENT]/
[ENT]/[SET].
[SET]. 4. Push [CLR]/[HOME] to exit the Set mode. 2. Entering the VS-3 Pairing mode Refer to the VS-3s instruction manual for details. 3. Pairing and connecting the Bluetooth headset 1. Push [FUNC], and then hold down
[ENT]/[SET] for 1 second to enter the Set mode. 2. Select PAIR, and then push
[ENT]/[SET]. BT SET > PAIR The transceiver searches for a headset. L Push [CLR] to cancel searching. SUCCESS and is displayed if the headset or device is correctly connected. 3. Push [CLR]/[HOME] twice to exit the Set mode. Bluetooth Bluetooth headset
(Example:
Optional VS-3) NOTE:
The Bluetooth communication range may vary, depending on the environment where you operate the device. D Electromagnetic Interference When you use a Bluetooth device, 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 this device near such devices, interference may occur, causing a decrease in communication speed, and an unstable connection. In such cases, use this device away from the other devices, or stop using those devices. 9 BASIC MANUAL D Disconnecting a paired device You can disconnect a paired Bluetooth device if it is not being used. 1. Push [FUNC], and then hold down
[ENT]/[SET] for 1 second to enter the Set mode. 2. Select DISCON, and then push
[ENT]/[SET]. BT SET > DISCON SUCCESS is displayed and the headset is disconnected. 3. Push [CLR]/[HOME] twice to exit the Set mode. HEADSET CONNECTION 5 D Unpairing a device Before unpairing a connected headset or device, disconnect it by following the steps shown to the left. 1. Push [FUNC], and then hold down
[ENT]/[SET] for 1 second to enter the Set mode. 2. Select CONNECT, and then push
[ENT]/[SET]. BT SET > CONNECT A paired devices name is displayed. L Push [MR]/[MW] to display the Bluetooth device address. L Push [] or [] to select other paired headsets, if necessary. 3. Push [FUNC], and then push
[CLR]/[HOME]. DELETE? is displayed. 4. Push [ENT]/[SET]. 5. Push [CLR]/[HOME] twice to exit the Set mode. Using a wired headset Connect your headset through the optional OPC-2401 headset adapter. OPC-2401 10 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 6 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS Specifications L All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. L Measurements made without an antenna. D General Frequency range:
IC-A16 Channel spacing:
Mode:
Number of memory channels:
Antenna impedance:
Antenna connector:
Power supply requirement:
Current drain:
Operating temperature range:
Dimensions*1 :
Weight (approximately):
D Transmitter Output power:
Modulation limiting (IC-A16):
Modulation depth: (IC-A16E):
Audio harmonic distortion:
Ham and Noise ratio:
Spurious emissions:
Frequency stability:
D Receiver Receive system:
Intermediate frequencies:
Sensitivity:
IC-A16E IC-A16 IC-A16E IC-A16 IC-A16E IC-A16 IC-A16E IC-A16 IC-A16E IC-A16 IC-A16E IC-A16 IC-A16E 118.000 ~ 136.99166 MHz 108.000 ~ 117.975 MHz 161.650 ~ 163.275 MHz 118.000 ~ 136.99166 MHz TX RX WX TX/RX 25 kHz/8.33 kHz 6K00A3E/5K60A3E 16K0G3E (WX) 6K80A3E/5K00A3E 200 Channels 50 nominal BNC type 7.2 V DC standard Less than 1.8 A 10C ~ +60C, 14F ~ 140F 20C ~ +55C 52.2 (W) 111.8 (H) 34.1 (D) mm, 2.1 (W) 4.4 (H) 1.3 (D) inches 6.0 W (PEP), 1.8 W (CW) 70 ~ 100%
85%
Less than 10% (at 60% modulation) Less than 10% (at 85%+3dB modulation) More than 35 dB More than 46 dB*2*3 Less than 36 dBm*4 0.4 kHz 1 ppm Double conversion superheterodyne 1st 46.35 MHz, 2nd 450 kHz COM WX Less than 0dBu (at 6 dB S/N) Less than -8dBu
(at 12 dB SINAD) Less than 0dBu
(at 12dB SINAD with CCITT) Less than 0dBu Less than 5 dBu More than 60 dB More than 30 dB More than 70 dB Squelch sensitivity (Threshold):
Spurious response rejection ratio:
IC-A16 11 IC-A16E WX WX BASIC MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS 6 Audio output power:
More than 1500 mW at 10%
distortion into an 8 load
*1 Projections not included.
*2 Except operating frequency 62.5 kHz in 25 kHz channel spacing.
*3 Except operating frequency 20.825 kHz in 8.33 kHz channel spacing.
*4 Except for operating frequency 1 MHz. Options D Battery packs BP-278/BP-279/BP-280 BATTERY PACKS Battery pack Voltage Capacity BP-278 BP-279 BP-280 7.2 V 1130 mAh (minimum) 1190 mAh (typical) 7.2 V 1485 mAh (minimum) 1570 mAh (typical) 7.2 V 2280 mAh (minimum) 2400 mhA (typical) Approximate battery life*
9 hours 11.5 hours 18 hours
* Operating periods are calculated under the following conditions. TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90 D Chargers/Adapters/DC cables BC-213 DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-123S AC ADAPTER To rapidly charge a single battery pack. BC-214 MULTI CHARGER + BC-157S AC ADAPTER+ AD-130 CHARGER ADAPTER To rapidly charge up to 6 battery packs. CP-23L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE Use when charging the battery pack from a 12 V cigarette lighter socket.
(Use with the BC-213) OPC-515L DC POWER CABLE OPC-656 DC POWER CABLE Use with a 13.8 V power source instead of the power adapter. (Use with the BC-214) D Others FA-B02AR ANTENNA OPC-2401 HEADSET ADAPTER To connect your wired headset to the transceiver. HM-240 SPEAKER MICROPHONE MB-130 CHARGER BRACKET Mounts the BC-213 desktop charger on a variety of places in a vehicle. MB-133 BELT CLIP MB-96F/MB-96FL/MB-96N BELT HANGERS VS-3 Bluetooth HEADSET The Bluetooth headset with a [PTT] switch. About the third party Bluetooth headsets:
Icom has checked the PTT operation with some 3M Peltor headsets such as the WS Headset XP, WS ProTac XP and WS Alert XP. (Compatibility not guaranteed.) Some options may not be available in some countries. Ask your dealer for details. All options and those specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. See the FULL MANUAL for the latest informations, if necessary. You can download the FULL MANUAL from the Icom website. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/manual 12 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 7 INFORMATION Channel ID list Channel spacing: 8.33 kHz Operating Frequency (MHz) Channel ID (Displayed Frequency) 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 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 Channel spacing: 25 kHz (Actual frequency is displayed.) Operating Frequency (MHz) Channel ID (Displayed Frequency) 118.0000 118.0250 118.0500 118.0750 118.1000 118.000 118.025 118.050 118.075 118.100 L These tables show just the display example between 118.0000 MHz and 118.1000 MHz. Not all frequencies in the band are shown. CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used. 13 BASIC MANUAL About CE and DOC Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the versions of IC-A16E which have the CE symbol on the product, comply with the essential requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive, 2014/53/
EU, and the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive, 2011/65/
EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/
Disposal The crossed-out wheeled-
bin symbol on your product, literature, or packaging reminds you that in the European Union, all electrical and electronic products, batteries, and accumulators
(rechargeable batteries) must be taken to designated collection locations at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area. Firmware version identification You can identify your transceivers firmware version in the Set mode. 1. Push [FUNC], and then hold down
[ENT]/[SET] to enter the Set mode. 2. Select CPU. The firmware version is displayed. INFORMATION 7 FCC information 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. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. Information FCC 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. Sil na pas t install conformment aux instructions, il peut par ailleurs crer des interfrences perturbant les communications radio. Lutilisation de cet appareil dans une zone rsidentielle peut provoquer un brouillage prjudiciable, auquel cas lutilisateur sera tenu de corriger la situation ses frais. MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement ou modification, non expressment approuv par Icom Inc., peut annuler lautorisation de lutilisateur utiliser cet appareil conformment la rglementation FCC. 14 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 7 INFORMATION Safety training information Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy while transmitting. This radio is designed for and classified as WA R N ING for Occupational Use Only. This means 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 and IC RF exposure 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 KDB Publication 447498 D03, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. American National Standards Institute
(C95.1-2010), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. American National Standards Institute
(C95.3-2002), IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields RF and Microwave. The accessories listed on page i are authorized for use with this product. Use of accessories other than those specified may result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure. Health Canada Safety Code 6 - Limits of Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Energy in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300 GHz. To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
CAUTION 15 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 the 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 TX is displayed on the function display. You can cause the radio to transmit by pushing 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 which are listed on page 12 when attaching the radio to your belt, or other place, to ensure FCC and IC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. 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 within the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio. 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 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. BASIC MANUAL Infomation en matire de scurit INFORMATION 7 Votre radio Icom produit une nergie lectromagntique de radiofrquences (RF), en mode de transmission. Cette radio est conue pour un usage AVERTISSEMENT professionnel seulement et classe comme tel, ce qui signifie quelle doit tre utilise uniquement dans le cadre dun travail par des personnes conscientes des dangers et des mesures visant minimiser ces dangers. Elle NEST PAS conue pour une utilisation grand public , dans un environnement non contrl. Cet appareil a t valu et jug conforme, aux limites dexposition aux RF de la FCC et dIC, pour une utilisation grand public. En outre, votre radio Icom satisfait les normes et directives qui suivent en matire de niveaux dnergie et dnergie lectromagntique de RF et dvaluation de tels niveaux en ce qui concerne lexposition humaine:
Publication 447498 D03 de la FCC KDB, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. Norme de lAmerican National Standards Institute (ANSI): IEEE C95.1-2010 sur les niveaux de scurit compatibles avec lexposition humaine aux champs lectromagntiques de radiofrquences
(3 kHz 300 GHz). Norme de lANSI: IEEE C95.3-2002 sur la mthode dvaluation recommande du champ magntique potentiellement dangereux des radiofrquences et des micro-ondes. Les accessoires illustrs dans Options de la feuille dinstructions sont approuvs pour une utilisation avec ce produit. Lutilisation daccessoires autres que ceux prciss peut entraner des niveaux dexposition aux RF suprieures aux limites tablies par la FCC et dIC en matire dexposition aux RF sans fil. Le Code de scurit 6 de Sant Canada -
Les limites dexposition humaine lnergie lectromagntique dans la gamme de frquences de 3 kHz 300 GHz. 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 quune antenne approprie y soit fixe, car ceci risque dendommager la radio et causer une exposition suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC. Lantenne approprie est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne spcialement autorise par le fabricant pour tre utilise avec cette radio. NE PAS mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total dutilisation de lappareil (50%
du facteur dutilisation). mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total dutilisation peut causer une exposition aux RF suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC. La radio est en train dmettre lorsque le tmoin du TX saffiche sur lcran ACL. La radio mettra si vous appuyez sur le bouton du microphone. TOUJOURS tenir lantenne loigne dau moins 2,5 cm de votre corps au moment dmettre et utiliser uniquement lattache pour ceinture Icom illustre la p. 12, lorsque vous attachez la radio votre ceinture, ou autre chose, de faon vous assurer de ne pas provoquer une exposition aux RF suprieure aux limites fixes par la FCC. Pour offrir vos interlocuteurs la meilleure qualit de transmission possible, tenez lantenne au moins 5 cm de votre bouche et lgrement de ct. Les renseignements ci-dessus fournissent lutilisateur toute linformation ncessaire sur lexposition aux RF et sur ce quil faut faire pour assurer que cette radio fonctionne en respectant les limites dexposition aux RF tablies par la FCC. Interfrence lectromagntique et compatibilit En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de lnergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interfrences avec dautres appareils ou systmes. Pour viter de telles interfrences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs o une signalisation lexige. NE PAS faire fonctionner lmetteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement lectromagntique tels que les hpitaux, les aronefs et les sites de dynamitage. Usage professionnel/contrl Ce radio metteur est utilis dans des cas o des personnes sont exposes en raison de leur travail, pourvu quelles soient conscientes du risque dexpositionet quelles puissent exercer un contrle sur cette exposition. 16 174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 17 INDEXBASIC MANUAL 18 INDEX174101518281351116391461217BASIC MANUAL 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku,Osaka 547-0003, JapanAXXXXX-1EXPrinted in Japan 2018 Icom Inc. Dec. 2018