FCC ID: AFJ316800 VHF Marine Transceiver

INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER iM36 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as General Population Use in an uncontrolled environment. This radio has been evaluated for compliance at the distance of 2.5 cm (1 inch) with the FCC RF exposure limits for Gen-

eral Population Use. 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:

W ARNING FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 01-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compli-

ance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. American National Standards Institute (C95.1-2005), 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 Recom-

mended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electro-

magnetic Fields RF and Microwave. The following accessories are authorized for use with this product. Use of accessories other than those specified may result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure.; Belt Clip

(MB-109), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack (BP-252) and Alkaline Bat-

tery Case (BP-251). To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic en-

ergy is within the FCC allowable limits for general popu-

lation use, always adhere to the following guidelines:

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 ex-

posure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or 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 expo-

sure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the transmit indicator appears on the LCD. 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 which are listed on p. 28 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the re-

cipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side. The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that 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. CAU TION i i IN CASE OF EMERGENCY RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before opera-

tion. Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and control-

lers may become unusable due to salt crystallization. NOTE: DO NOT wash the transceiver in water if there is any reason to suspect the waterproof protection may not be ef-

fective. For example, in cases where the battery pack rubber seal is damaged, the transceiver/battery pack is cracked or broken, or has been dropped, or when the battery pack is detached from the transceiver. If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16. USING CHANNEL 16 DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE 1. MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY. 2. THIS IS (name of vessel) 3. Your call sign or other indication of the ves-

sel. 4. LOCATED AT (your position) 5. The nature of the distress and assistance required. 6. Any other information which might facilitate the rescue. ii FOREWORD FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this Icom radio. The IC-M36 vhf marine transceiver is designed and built with Icoms state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this radio should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-

pletely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUALThis instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M36. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD RWARNING CAUTION NOTE DEFINITION Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. iii Floating on water The transceiver floats on fresh or salt water even when the supplied acces-

sories are attached. When a third-party battery pack, strap, antenna, etc. is used, it may sink. The battery contacts may be prone to rust if the transceiver is kept floating on the water. Clear voice boost The transceiver has the noise detection function which enables automatic volume adjustment and the volume loud function that enables you to maximize the volume level instantly to provide clear communication in the noisy marine environments. Noise cancelling microphone The sub-microphone on the rear panel inverts the phase and cancels out the ambient noise from the main micro-

phone. As a result, the transceiver can reduce the influ-

ence of the background noise (particularly treble noise) on the transmitted signal. The noise cancellation can produce no effect according to con-

ditions such as loudness and type of noise, or the position and distance between the noise source and the microphone, etc. The noise cancellation does not work when an optional exter-

nal speaker-microphone is connected. PRECAUTIONS RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmit-

ting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the trans-

ceiver is vertical. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the BP-251 (option) or BP-252. Such a connection will ruin the transceiver. DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below 20C (4F) or above

+60C (+140F). KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of children. KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meters (3.0 ft) away from your vessels magnetic navigation compass. BE CAREFUL! The transceivers right-side panel will become hot when operating continuously for long periods. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IPX7* require-

ments for waterproof protection. However, once the trans-

ceiver has been dropped, waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the transceiver's case or the waterproof seal.

* Only when the BP-251 (option) or BP-252, flexible antenna, [SP MIC] cap is attached. MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are securely attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna and battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver to water will result in serious dam-

age to the transceiver. After exposure to water, clean the battery contacts thor-

oughly with fresh water and dry them completely to remove any water or salt residue. For U.S.A. only CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations. Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor-

porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries. iv TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ................................................. i IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............................................................. ii RECOMMENDATION ....................................................................... ii FOREWORD ................................................................................... iii IMPORTANT .................................................................................... iii EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ................................................................. iii FEATURES ...................................................................................... iii PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................... iv TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................... v 1 OPERATING RULES ..................................................................1 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ...............23 Supplied accessories ...............................................................2 Attachments .............................................................................2 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION ...........................................................47 Front, top, side and rear panels ...............................................4 Function display .......................................................................6 4 BASIC OPERATION .............................................................813 Channel selection ....................................................................8 Receiving and transmitting ....................................................10 Call channel programming .....................................................11 Adjusting the volume level .....................................................11 Volume loud function ..............................................................12 Volume mute function ............................................................12 Adjusting the squelch level ....................................................12 Lock function ..........................................................................13 Monitor function .....................................................................13 Automatic backlighting ...........................................................13 AquaQuake water draining function .......................................13 v SCAN OPERATION ............................................................1415. 5. SCAN OPERATION Scan types .............................................................................14 Setting TAG channels ............................................................15 Starting a scan .......................................................................15 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH .......................................................16 Description .............................................................................16 Operation ...............................................................................16 7 SET MODE ..........................................................................1720 Set mode programming .........................................................17 Set mode items ......................................................................18 8 BATTERY CHARGING .......................................................2124 Battery caution .......................................................................21 Supplied battery charger .......................................................23 Optional battery case .............................................................23 Optional battery charger ........................................................24 9 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ....................................25. HM-165 descriptions ..............................................................25 Attachment.............................................................................25 10 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................26 11 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST .................................................27 12 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ...........................................28 Specifications.........................................................................28 Options ..................................................................................28 13 FCC INFORMATION .................................................................29 OPERATING RULES 1 D Priorities Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others.

(2) OPERATORS LICENSE A Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio is not required for safety purposes. You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law. D Privacy Information overheard but not intended for you cannot law-

fully be used in any way. Indecent or profane language is prohibited. D Radio licenses

(1) SHIP STATION LICENSE You must have a current radio station license before using the transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not licensed. Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license application. This government-issued license states the call sign which is your crafts identification for radio purposes. The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be posted or kept with the operator. Only a licensed radio op-

erator may operate a transceiver. However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a trans-

ceiver if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call and makes the necessary log entries. A current copy of the applicable government rules and regu-

lations is only required to be on hand for vessels in which a radio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are not required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regula-

tions. NOTE: Even though the IC-M36 is capable of operation on VHF marine channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83, according to FCC regulations these simplex chan-

nels cannot be lawfully used by the general population in U.S.A. waters. 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 1 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS Supplied accessories Handstrap Battery pack Battery charger

(with 2 screws) AC adapter*

(BC-147SA or BC-

174E depending on the version) D Handstrap Pass the handstrap through the loop on the back side of the transceiver as illustrated at right. This facilitates carry-

ing. Antenna Belt clip D Belt clip Attach/detach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.

* This illustration is described with the BC-147SA. To attach the belt clip To detach the belt clip Attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible an-

tenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION!

NEVER carry the transceiver by holding the antenna. Transmitting without an an-

tenna may damage the trans-

ceiver. 2 w Be careful!

Not to break your nails. q SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2 Battery pack To remove the battery pack:

Turn the screw counter clockwise one quarter turn, then pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below. To attach the battery pack:

Insert the battery pack in the transceiver completely, then turn the screw clockwise one quarter turn. NEVER remove or insert 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. Screw position when removing battery Screw position when attaching battery NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, use a coin or standard screwdriver to loosen or tighten the bottom screw. CAUTION!:

When attaching or removing a battery pack, make sure the rubber seal is set in the groove of the battery pack correctly. If the seal is not correctly in the groove, it may be damaged when attaching the battery pack. If the seal is damaged, waterproof protection is not guaranteed. NOTE:

When attaching a battery pack, make sure dust or other material does not adhere to the rubber seal. If dust or other material is on the seal when attaching a battery pack, waterproof protection may not be guaranteed. Make sure the rubber seal (purple) is properly seated in the groove and dust or other material does not adhere to it. Correct position Incorrect position Rubber seal Groove Battery pack Battery pack 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 3 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top, side and rear panels q w e r t y Microphone Function display

(pgs. 6, 7) u i o

!0

!1

!2 Speaker Sub-microphone

(p. iii) 4 q ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 2) Connects the supplied antenna. w SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC] (p. 25) Connects the optional external speaker-microphone. NOTE: Attach the [SP MIC] cap when the optional speaker-microphone is not used. Otherwise, water will get into the transceiver. q w q Attach the [SP MIC] cap. w Then rotate it clockwise completely. Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. (p. 10) e PTT SWITCH [PTT]

r CHANNEL 16 KEY [16 9]

Push to select Channel 16. (p. 8) Push and hold for 1 sec. to select the call channel. (p. 8) When the call channel is selected, push and hold for 3 sec. to enter the call channel programming mode. (p. 11) While in the set mode, push to return to the normal condition. (p. 17) t VOLUME/SQUELCH/MONITOR KEY [VOL/SQL MONI]

Push to enter the volume adjustment mode and the squelch adjustment mode. (pgs. 11, 12) Normal condition PUSH Volume adjustment mode PUSH Squelch adjustment mode PUSH Push to restore the changed volume level by the noise detection, volume loud, or volume mute function to the original. (pgs. 12, 20) Push and hold for 1 sec. to activate the monitor func-

tion. (p. 13) While pushing and holding this key, turn power ON to enter the set mode. (p. 17) While in the set mode, push to select an item. (p. 17) y SCAN/DUAL KEY [SCAN DUAL]

Push to start or stop normal or priority scan. (p. 15) Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter the watch mode. (p. 16) Push to exit the watch mode. (p. 16) Push and hold this key and [Hi/Lo

], to activate the AquaQuake function. (p. 13) u CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z]

Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 8, 9) While in the set mode, selects the setting or value of an item. (p. 17) Checks TAG channels or changes scanning direction during scan. (p. 15) PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 i FAVORITE/TAG KEY [FAV TAG]

Push this key to select the favorite (TAG) channels with ignoring untagged channels in a channel group in sequence. (p. 8) Push and hold for 1 sec. to set or clear TAG for the displayed channel. (p. 15) While pushing and holding this key, turn power ON to clear or set all TAG channels in the selected channel group. (p. 15) o CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL KEY [CH/WX U/I/C]

Push to switch between the regular channel and weather channel. (p. 9) Push and hold for 1 sec. to select the channel group from U.S.A., International and Canada. (p. 9) Push to return to the previous channel before selecting Channel 16 or the call channel.

!0 TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY [Hi/Lo Push to select the output power from high and low. (p. 10) Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the key lock function

ON or OFF. (p. 13)

Push and hold to turn power ON or OFF.

!1 POWER KEY [

!2 LOUD/MUTE KEY [LOUD MUTE]

Push to turn the volume loud function ON or OFF. (p. 12) Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the volume mute func-

tion ON, and push to turn the function OFF. (p. 12) 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 5 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display e r q w

!8

!7

!6 yt t LOCK INDICATOR (p. 13) Appears while the lock function is activated. y BATTERY INDICATOR Indicates remaining battery power. Indication Battery level Full Middle Charging required No battery blinks when the battery is over charged. blinks when the battery is exhausted. u i o

!0

!1

!2

!5

!3!4 q TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 10) Appears while transmitting. w BUSY INDICATOR Appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. (p. 10) Blinks while monitoring. (p. 13) e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 15) Appears when a TAG channel is selected. r CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 8) Appears when the call channel is selected. 6 Blinks during scan. u SCAN INDICATOR (p. 15) i DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATORS (p. 16) DUAL appears during Dualwatch; TRI appears during Tri-watch. o DUPLEX INDICATOR Appears when a duplex channel is selected.

!0 SUB CHANNEL READOUT Indicates Channel 16 during priority scan, Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 16) Indicates the set mode item while in the set mode. (p. 17) Indicates the volume level while in the volume adjust-

ment mode. (p. 11) Indicates the squelch level while in the squelch adjust-

ment mode. (p. 12) PANEL DESCRIPTION 3

!7 WEATHER CHANNEL/WEATHER ALERT INDICATORS

(p. 9) WX appears when the weather channel group is se-

lected. WX ALT appears while the weather alert function is activated; blinks when the alert tone is received.

!8 LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 10) LOW appears when low power is selected. LOW blinks when switching forced low power mode because of a high temperature error or low voltage.

!1 SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR Shows the squelch level.

!2 VOLUME LEVEL INDICATOR Shows the volume level. The bars appear in ascending order repeatedly when the volume loud function is activated. (p. 12) Blinks while adjusting the volume level. Blinks while the volume mute is activated. (p. 12)

!3 VOLUME LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR (p. 11) This indicator and the volume level indicator appear alternately while the volume level is turned up by the noise detection function. (p. 20) Blinks while adjusting the squelch level.

!4 SQUELCH LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR (p. 12)

!5 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT Indicates the selected operating channel number. In the set mode, indicates the selected condition or value. (p. 17)

!6 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR (p. 9) appears when U.S.A.;

appears when Interna-

appears when Canadian channel group is se-

tional;

lected each. 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 7 4 BASIC OPERATION Channel selection IMPORTANT!: Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power OFF while charging. D Channel 16 Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It used for establishing initial contact with a station and for emergency communications. Channel 16 is monitored during both Du-

alwatch and Tri-watch. While in the standby condition, you must monitor Channel 16. q Push [16 9] momentarily to select Channel 16. w Push [CH/WX U/I/C] to return to the channel used before Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel. D Channel 9 (Call channel) Each regular channel group has separate leisure-use call channels. The call channel is monitored during Tri-watch. The call channels can be programmed (p. 11) and are used to store your most often used channel in each channel group for quick recall. q Push and hold [16 9] for 1 sec. to select the call channel of the selected channel group. CALL and call channel number appear. Each channel group may have an independent call channel after programming a call channel. (p. 11) w Push [CH/WX U/I/C] to return to the channel used before call channel, or push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel. Push Push and hold for 1 sec. Convenient!

While pushing and holding [FAV TAG], push [Y]/[Z] to select the favorite (TAG) channels with ignoring untagged channels in the selected channel group in sequence. Pushing [FAV TAG] only advances the displayed TAG channel. The favorite channels are selected using the TAG channel setting.

(p. 15) 8 BASIC OPERATION 4 D U.S.A., International and Canadian channels The transceiver is pre-programmed with 59 U.S.A., 59 Inter-

national and 63 Canadian channels. These channel groups may be specified for the operating area. D Weather channels The transceiver has 10 pre-programmed weather channels. These are used for monitoring broadcasts from the NOAA

(National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). q Push [CH/WX U/I/C] to select a regular channel. w Push and hold [CH/WX U/I/C] for 1 sec. to change the If a weather channel appears, push [CH/WX U/I/C] again. channel group. Repeat to advance to the next group. U.S.A., International and Canadian channel groups can be se-

lected in sequence. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel. DUP appears for duplex channels. The transceiver can automatically detect a weather alert tone on the selected weather channel while receiving an-

other channel or during scan. (p. 18) q Push [CH/WX U/I/C] once or twice to select a weather channel. WX appears when a weather channel is selected. WX ALT appears when the weather alert function is turned ON. (p. 18) w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a weather channel. Push once or twice. U.S.A. channels Push and hold for 1 sec. International channels Canadian channels Weather alert is OFF. Weather alert is ON. 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 9 4 BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver.

] to turn power ON. q Push and hold [

w Set the volume and squelch levels. You can enter each adjust mode with [VOL/SQL MONI]. Enter the squelch adjustment mode, and push [Z] sev-

eral times to open the squelch. Enter the volume adjustment mode, then push [Y]/[Z]

to adjust the volume level. Enter the squelch adjustment mode again, and push

[Y] until the noise disappears. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. When receiving a signal, appears and audio is emitted from the speaker. r Push [Hi/Lo Further adjustment of the audio may be necessary at this point.

] to select the output power if necessary. LOW appears when low power is selected; no indication when high power is selected. Choose low power for short range communications, choose high power for longer distance communications. Some channels are for low power only. t Push and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the appears. microphone. Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission. y Release [PTT] to receive. 10 IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your trans-

mitted signal, pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. NOTE: The transceiver has a power save function to con-

serve the battery power. The power save function acti-

vates automatically when no signal is received for 5 sec. For U.S.A version: To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the transceiver has a time-out timer function. This timer cuts a transmission OFF after 5 min. of continuous transmission. t Push to transmit. y Release to receive. w Enter the volume and squelch ad-

justment mode. Microphone w Adjust the volume and squelch level. eSet channel. r Set output power. q Power ON. Call channel programming Call channel is used to access Channel 9 (default), however, you can program the call channel with your most often-used channels in each channel group for quick recall. q Push and hold [CH/WX U/I/C] for 1 sec. several times to select the desired channel group (U.S.A., International or Canada) to be programmed. (p. 9) w Push and hold [16 9] for 1 sec. to select the call channel of the selected channel group. CALL and call channel number appear. e Push and hold [16 9] again for 3 sec. (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to enter the call channel programming mode. Channel number starts blinking. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. t Push [16 9] to program the dis-

played channel as the call chan-

nel. The channel number stops blinking. BASIC OPERATION 4 Adjusting the volume level The volume level can be adjusted with [VOL/SQL MONI]

and [Y]/[Z]. q Push [VOL/SQL MONI] once to enter the volume adjust-

ment mode, then adjust the volume level with [Y]/[Z]. VOL indicator starts blinking. The transceiver has 31 volume levels and OFF. With no key operation is performed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to the normal condition. w Push [VOL/SQL MONI] twice to exit the volume adjust-

ment mode. Indicates the volume level. Blinks while adjusting the volume level. 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 11 4 BASIC OPERATION Volume loud function The volume loud function can be activated temporarily by pushing [LOUD MUTE]. The function does not work when the volume level is 31. q Push [LOUD MUTE] to activate the volume loud function. The volume level is set to the maximum level (level 31). The bars of the volume level indicator appears in ascending order repeatedly. w Push [LOUD MUTE] again, or push [VOL/SQL MONI] to turn the volume loud function OFF. Volume mute function The volume mute function can be activated temporarily by pushing and holding [LOUD MUTE]. The function does not work when the volume level is OFF. q Push and hold [LOUD MUTE] for 1 sec. to activate the volume mute function. The volume level is set to the minimum level (OFF). The volume level indicator blinks. w Push [LOUD MUTE] again, or push [VOL/SQL MONI] to turn the volume mute function OFF. Adjusting the squelch level The squelch level can be adjusted with [VOL/SQL MONI]

and [Y]/[Z]. In order to receive signals properly, as well as for the scan to function effectively, the squelch must be adjusted to the proper level. q Push [VOL/SQL MONI] twice to enter the squelch adjust-

ment mode, then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/[Z]. SQL indicator starts blinking. The transceiver has 11 squelch levels: OP is completely open;

10 is tight squelch; 1 is loose squelch. With no key operation is performed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to the normal condition. w Push [VOL/SQL MONI] again to exit the squelch adjust-

ment mode. Indicates the squelch level. Blinks while adjusting the squelch level. 12 Lock function This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT],

] and [Y]/[Z]*)

[VOL/SQL MONI], [LOUD MUTE], [Hi/Lo to prevent accidental channel changes and function access.

* In the volume or squelch adjustment mode only. Push and hold [Hi/Lo

] for 1 sec. to turn the lock func-

tion ON and OFF. Appears while the lock function is activated. Push and hold for 1 sec. Monitor function The monitor function opens the squelch. The monitor key ac-

tion can be selected in the set mode. (p. 19) The monitor function is activated by pushing and holding

[VOL/SQL MONI] for 1 sec. blinks and the squelch is opened. Blinks while the monitor function is activated. Push and hold for 1 sec. BASIC OPERATION 4 Automatic backlighting This function lights the function display and keys, and it is convenient for night-time operation. The automatic backlight-

ing can be activated in the set mode. (p. 19) Push any key except for [PTT] to turn the backlight ON. The backlight is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. AquaQuake water draining function The AquaQuake water draining function clears water away from the speaker grill. Without this function, water may muffle the sound coming from the speaker. The transceiver emits a vibrating beep when this function is activated. Push and hold both [SCAN DUAL] and [Hi/Lo A low beep tone sounds for 9 sec. to drain water, regardless of

]. the volume level setting. The transceiver never accepts key operation while the AquaQuake function is activated. The AquaQuake function can not be activated when an optional speaker-microphone is connected. 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 13 5 SCAN OPERATION Scan types Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and normal scan. In addition, the weather alert and auto scan functions are available for standby convenience. These functions can be activated simultaneously, depending on the setting in the set mode. (pgs. 18, 19) Set the TAG channels (scanned channels) before scanning. Clear the TAG for unwanted channels which inconveniently stop scanning, such as those for digital communications.

(p. 15) Choose the desired scan type from "Priority" or "Normal"

in the set mode. (p. 18) PRIORITY SCAN NORMAL SCAN CH 01 CH 02 CH 01 CH 02 WX*

CH 16 CH 03 WX*

CH 03 CH 05 CH 04

Previously selected weather channel.

(when the weather alert function is activated) Priority scan searches through all TAG channels in se-

quence while monitoring Channel 16. When a signal is detected on Channel 16, scan pauses until the signal disappears; when a signal is detected on a channel other than Channel 16, scan becomes Dualwatch until the sig-

nal disappears. 14 CH 05 CH 04

Previously selected weather channel.

(when the weather alert function is activated) Normal scan, like priority scan, searches through all TAG channels in sequence. However, unlike priority scan, Channel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a TAG channel. SCAN OPERATION 5 Setting TAG channels For more efficient scanning, add the desired channels as TAG channels or clear TAG for unwanted channels. Channels that are not tagged will be skipped during scan-

ning. TAG channels can be assigned to each channel group

(U.S.A., International and Canada) independently. Starting a scan Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer and auto scan function in advance, using the set mode. (pgs. 18, 19) q Push and hold [CH/WX U/I/C] for 1 sec. several times to q Push and hold [CH/WX U/I/C] for 1 sec. several times to select the desired channel group. w Select the desired channel to be set as a TAG channel. e Push and hold [FAV TAG] for 1 sec. to set the displayed channel as a TAG channel. appears on the display. r To cancel TAG channel setting, push and hold [FAV TAG] for 1 sec. disappears. Clearing (or setting) all tagged channels While pushing and holding [FAV TAG], turn power ON to clear all TAG channels in the selected channel group. Repeat above procedure to set all channels as TAG channels

(when no TAG channel has been set.)

[Example]: Starting a normal scan. select the desired channel group. When the weather alert function is in use, select the desired weather channel with [CH/WX U/I/C] and [Y]/[Z]. w Push [SCAN DUAL] to start priority or normal scan. SCAN blinks in the display. 16 appears on the sub channel readout during priority scan. When a signal is received, scan pauses until the signal disap-

pears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. according to the set mode setting. Push [Y]/[Z] to check which channels have been set as TAG channels, change the scanning direction or resume the scan manually. e To stop the scan, push [SCAN DUAL]. SCAN disappears. Pushing [PTT], [16 9], [CH/WX U/I/C] or [FAV TAG] also stops the scan. Scan starts When a signal is received Push Blinks Appears Blinks 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 15 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH Description Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving on another channel; Tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the call channel while receiving another channel. Dualwatch/Tri-

watch is convenient for monitoring Channel 16 when you are operating on another channel. DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION Call channel Operation q Select Dualwatch or Tri-watch in the set mode. (p. 19) w Select the desired channel. e Push and hold [SCAN DUAL] for 1 sec. to start Dualwatch or Tri-watch (depending on the set mode setting). DUAL blinks during Dualwatch; TRI blinks during Tri-watch. A beep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16. Tri-watch becomes Dualwatch when receiving a signal on the call channel. r To cancel Dualwatch/Tri-watch, push [SCAN DUAL] again. Ch 16 Ch 88 Ch 88 Ch 16 Ch 88 Ch 9

[Example]: Operating Tri-watch on INT channel 07. Tri-watch starts. Signal is received on call channel. Dualwatch Tri-watch If a signal is received on Channel 16, Dualwatch/Tri-

watch pauses on Channel 16 until the signal disappears. If a signal is received on the call channel during Tri-

watch, Tri-watch becomes Dualwatch until the signal dis-

appears. To transmit on the selected channel during Dualwatch/

Tri-watch, push and hold [PTT]. 16 Tri-watch resumes after the signal disappears. Signal received on Channel 16 takes priority. Set mode programming Set mode is used to change the conditions of transceiver's functions: Beep tone function, Weather alert function, Prior-

ity scan function, Scan resume timer, Auto scan function, Dual/Tri-watch function, Monitor key action, Automatic back-

lighting, LCD contrast setting, Power save function, Squelch sensitivity, Low fix function* and Noise detection function.

*Appears only when the optional battery case is attached. SET MODE 7 D Set mode operation q Turn power OFF. w While pushing [VOL/SQL MONI], turn power ON to enter the set mode. bP appears. e Push [VOL/SQL MONI], or push [Y]/[Z] while pushing and holding [VOL/SQL MONI] to select the desired item. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition of the item. t To exit the set mode, push [16 9]. D SET MODE ITEMS (The display shows the current settings, and the selected item is displayed in the dotted circle.) Noise detection Weather alert Priority scan Beep tone Scan resume timer Low fix*

Starting item

: Push

: Push or

*Appears only when the optional battery case is attached. Auto scan Squelch sensitivity Power save LCD contrast Automatic backlighting Monitor key action Dual/Tri-watch 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 17 7 SET MODE Set mode items D Beep tone function bP Select the key touch beep sound from ON or US, or turn sound OFF. OFF : For silent operation. ON : A fixed beep sounds. US : The preset beeps (e.g. do, re, mi) sound. D Priority scan function Pr The transceiver has 2 scan types normal (OFF) and prior-

ity (ON) scans. Normal scan searches all TAG channels in the selected channel group. Priority scan searches all TAG channels in sequence while monitoring Channel 16. Push Push Beep tone ON (default) Beep tone OFF Normal scan (default) Priority scan D Weather alert function AL A NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone be-

fore any important weather announcements. When the func-

tion is turned ON and the transceiver detect a weather alert tone, WX ALT indicator blinks and the transceiver emits a beep. The blinking stops when the transceiver is operated. The currently selected weather channel is checked while the power save function is activated or during scan. ALT appears when the function is set ON. D Scan resume timer St The scan resume timer can be set as a pause (OFF) or timer scan (ON). OFF : When a signal is detected on a channel, scan pauses on the channel until the signal disappears, and then resumes. ON : When a signal is detected on a channel, scan pauses on the channel for 5 sec., and then resumes. Push Push Scan resume timer OFF

(default) Scan resume timer ON Weather alert function OFF (default) 18 Weather alert function ON SET MODE 7 D Auto scan function AS The auto scan function starts normal or priority scan auto-

matically when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 30 sec. Push Auto scan OFF (default) Auto scan ON D Dual/Tri-watch function This item can be set as Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 16) dt Push Push setting (default) Hold setting D Automatic backlighting bL This function is convenient for night-time operation. The backlight can be selected from ON and OFF. The backlight is automatically activated when any key except for

[PTT] is pushed. The backlight is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. Push Push Dualwatch function

(default) Tri-watch function Auto backlighting ON

(default) Auto backlighting OFF D Monitor key action Sq The monitor key opens the squelch temporarily. This item sets the key action. Pu (PUSH)

: The monitor function is activated by pushing and holding [VOL/SQL MONI] for 1 sec. The squelch opens while holding down the key.

: The monitor function is activated by pushing and holding [VOL/SQL MONI] for 1 sec. The squelch stays open until any key is pushed. Ho (HOLD) D LCD contrast setting Set the LCD contrast level from High contrast and Low con-

trast. LC The LCD contrast level makes no difference for indoor use. Push High contrast (default) Low contrast 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 19 7 SET MODE D Power save function PS The power save function reduces current drain by deactivat-

ing the receiver circuit for preset intervals. OFF : The power save function is turned OFF. ON

: The power save function is turned ON. The power save function will be activated when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 5 sec. Push Power save ON

(default) Power save OFF D Squelch sensitivity SS When this function is turned ON, rejection of noise is im-

proved so that the audio is not easily affected by noise. Push Squelch sensitivity OFF (default) Squelch sensitivity ON 20 D Low fix function LF

(Appears only when the optional battery case is attached.) When this function is turned ON, the output power is fixed to low except for Channel 16. Push Low fix function OFF (default) Low fix function ON D Noise detection function nd The noise detection function enables the transceiver to de-

tect the ambient noise while in the standby condition. If the detecting noise and the received signal are stronger than the specific level, the transceiver increases the volume level au-

tomatically to suit the environment when receiving a signal. When the squelch is open, the transceiver won't detect noise. OFF : The noise detection function is turned OFF. Low : When the detecting noise is louder than the specific level, the transceiver turns up the volume. High : When the detecting noise is louder than the specific level, the transceiver turns up the volume greater than "Low" setting. Push Noise detection function OFF (default) Noise detection function ON (High) Battery caution Misuse of Lithium-Ion batteries may result in the follow-

ing hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degra-

dation of battery performance. R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery pack with Icom radios or Icom charger. Only Icom battery pack is 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, fire, or cause the battery to burst. D Battery caution R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the bat-

tery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may rupture or catch fire. BATTERY CHARGING 8 R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery pack in areas with temperatures above +60C (+140F). High tempera-

ture buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated car, or by setting the battery in direct sunlight may cause the battery to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures may also degrade battery perfor-

mance or shorten battery life. R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, saltwater, or any other liquids. Never charge or use a wet battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using. The battery by itself is not waterproof. R DANGER! NEVER incinerate a used battery pack since internal battery gas may cause them to rupture or may cause an explosion. R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals, or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gen-

eration, and the battery may rupture, emit smoke or catch fire. R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for which it is specified. Never use a battery with any other equipment, or for any purpose that is not described 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. 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 21 8 BATTERY CHARGING 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 fluid 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 overheating, a fire, or cause the battery to rupture. CAUTION! Always use the battery within the specific tem-

perature range for the transceiver (20C to +60C; 4F to +140F) and the battery itself (20C to +60C; 4F to

+140F). Using the battery out of its specific 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 +50C; +122F) for an ex-

tended period of time. If the battery must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the radio after discharg-

ing. You may use the battery until the remaining capacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool dry place with the temperature range as below;

20C to +50C (4F to +122F) (within a month) 20C to +35C (4F to +95F) (within three months) 20C to +20C (4F to +68F) (within a year) 22 D Charging caution R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated car, or in direct sunlight. In such 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 specific time for charging. If the battery is not completely charged by the specific time, stop charging and remove the battery from the battery charger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specific time limit may cause a fire, 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 specific temperature range: 0C to +40C (+32F to

+104F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20C

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

mance or battery life may be reduced. Supplied battery charger Charging connections Do not charge batteries other than the BP-252. q Attach the BC-173 to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired. w Connect the AC adapter as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger. The charge indicator lights orange. The charge indicator blinks orange (or orange/green alter-

nately) when the protector is activated. r Charge the battery pack approx. 10 hours, depending on the remaining power condition. The charge indicator lights green when charging is completed. Battery pack Transceiver Charge indicator lights orange when the battery pack

(with/without the transceiver) is inserted. Turn power OFF NOTE: The battery charger, BC-173, h a s a c h a r g i n g timer. The timer stops the charging process after 14 hours (approx.). BC-173 AC adapter*

* This illustration is described with the BC-147SA. Supplied screws BATTERY CHARGING 8 Optional battery case When you would like to use the optional AAA(LR03) size battery case (BP-251), install the batteries as illustrated below. Be sure to observe the correct polarity. CAUTION:

When installing batteries, make sure they are all the same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and old batteries together. Keep battery contacts clean. Its a good idea to clean battery terminals once a week. When using the optional battery case, output power level is 2 W (at high). NOTE: The transceiver can sink when the optional battery case is attached. (Depends on the weight of the installed batteries.) 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 23 8 BATTERY CHARGING Optional battery charger D BC-162 installation To a desktop Supplied screws To a wall Supplied screws D Charging q Connect the AC adapter as shown below. w Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger. The charge indicator lights orange. The charge indicator blinks orange (or red) when the protector is activated. e Charge the battery pack approx. 2 hours, depending on the remaining power condition. The charge indicator lights green when charging is completed. NOTE: The battery charger, BC-162, has a charging timer. The timer stops the charging process after 4 hours (approx.). For added stability Battery pack Transceiver Turn power OFF Eyelet:

Use a rubber band to secure the transceiver, if desired. Charge indicator BC-162 AC adapter

(Optional for some versions) 24 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE 9 HM-165. descriptions Alligator type clip To attach the speaker-mic. to your shirt or collar, etc. PTT switch Transmits during push. Receives during release. Microphone Speaker Turn the transceiver power OFF when connecting the HM-165. NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector gets wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the trans-

ceiver. NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the speaker-microphone, as shown above. To maximize the readability of your transmitted signal (voice), hold the mi-

crophone approx. 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth, and speak in a normal voice level. NOTE: When the speaker-microphone is connected to the transceiver, the noise cancellation does not work. Attachment Turn power OFF before attaching the speaker-microphone. Then, insert the speaker-mic connector into the [SP MIC]

connector and carefully screw it tight, as shown below. Be careful not to cross-thread the connection. IMPORTANT: KEEP the transceivers [SP MIC] cap at-

tached when the speaker-microphone is not in use. If the cover is not attached, water will get into the transceiver. Moreover, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the connector gets wet. CAUTION: Attach the speaker-microphones connector securely to prevent accidental loss, or water intrusion in the connector. Detaching:

Rotate the [SP MIC] cap counter-

clockwise (q), then detach it (w). q w Attaching:

Attach the [SP MIC] cap (q), then rotate it clockwise completely (w). q w 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 25 10 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The transceiver does not turn ON. The battery is exhausted. The battery pack is not attached cor-

rectly. Recharge the battery pack. Attach the battery pack correctly. No sound from speaker. Transmitting is impossible, or high power can not be se-

lected. The displayed channel cannot be changed. Scan does not start. The squelch level is too high. Volume level is too low. Speaker has been exposed to water. Some channels are for low power or re-

Set the squelch level to the threshold level. Adjust the audio level to a suitable level. Drain water from the speaker. Change channels. ceive only. The battery is exhausted. The battery is over charged. The output power is set to low. Lock function is activated. Recharge the battery pack. Make sure the battery voltage is correct. Push [Hi/Lo Push and hold [Hi/Lo

] to select high power.

] for 1 sec. to TAG channels are not programmed. Set the desired channels as TAG chan-

p. 15 nels. cancel the function. No beep emits. Beep tone function is turned OFF. Set the beep tone to ON (Fix Beep/User p. 18 Battery voltage error. The noise cancellation does not work. The connected battery packs voltage is more than 11 V. The sub-microphone is covered with something. An optional external speaker-micro-

phone is connected. Beep) in the set mode. Make sure the battery voltage is correct. Make sure the sub-microphone is not p. 4 covered. Disconnect the microphone. p. 25 The noise detection function does not work. The sub-microphone is covered with something. Make sure the sub-microphone is not p. 4 covered. The squelch is open. Set the squelch level to the desired level. p. 12 26 REF. p. 23 p. 3 p. 12 p. 11 p. 13 pgs. 8, 9, 27 p. 23 p. 10 p. 13 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST 11 05 04 01A 03A 06 07 02 03 02 03 INT 01 05A 06 Channel number Frequency (MHz) CAN Transmit Receive USA 156.050 160.650 01 156.050 156.050 156.100 160.700 156.150 160.750 156.150 156.150 156.200 160.800 04A 156.200 156.200 156.250 160.850 05A 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 06 156.350 160.950 07A 156.350 156.350 08 156.400 156.400 156.450 156.450 09 156.500 156.500 10 156.550 156.550 11 12 156.600 156.600 13* 156.650 156.650 14 156.700 156.700 15* 156.750 156.750 16 156.800 156.800 17* 156.850 156.850 156.900 161.500 18A 156.900 156.900 156.950 161.550 19A 156.950 156.950 20* 157.000 161.600 157.000 157.000 07A 08 09 10 11 12 13*

14 15*

16 17*

08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15*

16 17 18 19A 20 20A 18A 19 20 23 22 21A 22A 24 25 INT 21 26 27 28 26 27 28 23A 24 25 Channel number Frequency (MHz) CAN Transmit Receive USA 21 157.050 161.650 21A 157.050 157.050 21b Rx only 161.650 157.100 161.700 22A 157.100 157.100 157.150 161.750 23 157.150 157.150 157.200 161.800 24 25 157.250 161.850 25b Rx only 161.850 157.300 161.900 26 157.350 161.950 27 28 157.400 162.000 28b Rx only 162.000 156.025 160.625 60 156.075 160.675 61A 156.075 156.075 156.125 160.725 62A 156.125 156.125 156.175 160.775 156.175 156.175 64 156.225 160.825 64A 156.225 156.225 156.275 160.875 65A 156.275 156.275 156.325 160.925 66A* 156.325 156.325 67 156.375 156.375 65 65A 66 66A 67 66A 67*

60 61 64A 65A 61A 63A 64 62 63 79 78A INT 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75*

76*

77 78 Channel number Frequency (MHz) CAN Transmit Receive USA 68 156.425 156.425 68 156.475 156.475 69 69 70 RX only 156.525 70 71 156.575 156.575 71 156.625 156.625 72 72 156.675 156.675 73 73 74 156.725 156.725 74 75* 156.775 156.775 75*

76* 156.825 156.825 76*

77* 156.875 156.875 77*

156.925 161.525 78A 156.925 156.925 156.975 161.575 79A 156.975 156.975 157.025 161.625 80A 157.025 157.025 157.075 161.675 81A 157.075 157.075 157.125 161.725 82A 157.125 157.125 83 157.175 161.775 83A 157.175 157.175 83b Rx only 161.775 157.225 161.825 84 157.225 157.225 157.275 161.875 157.275 157.275 157.325 161.925 84 84A 85 85A 86 83A 79A 80A 81A 82A 84 85 85 80 81 82 83 86 86 INT Channel number Frequency (MHz) CAN Transmit Receive USA 157.325 157.325 86A 157.375 161.975 87 157.375 157.375 87A 157.425 162.025 88 157.425 157.425 88A 88 88 87 87 WX channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Frequency (MHz) Receive Transmit 162.550 RX only 162.400 RX only 162.475 RX only 162.425 RX only 162.450 RX only 162.500 RX only 162.525 RX only 161.650 RX only 161.775 RX only 163.275 RX only

* Low power only. NOTE: Simplex channels, 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in U.S.A. waters. 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 27 12 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS Specifications GENERAL Frequency coverage Mode Channel spacing Power supply requirement Current drain (at 7.4 V DC) 156.025157.425 MHz 156.050163.275 MHz

: Transmit Receive

: FM (16K0G3E)

: 25 kHz

: BP-251 and BP-252 only

: TX (6 W/1 W) 1.5 A/0.7 A typical Max. audio Power save 10 mA typical

: 10 ppm 0.3 A typical (internal speaker) 0.2 A typical (external speaker) Frequency stability Operating temperature range : 20C to +60C; 4F to +140F

: 62 (W) 139.5(H) 43(D) mm Dimensions 2716(W) 512(H) 11116(D) inch

: Approx. 295 g; 10.4 oz

(projections not included) Weight

: 6 W (High) and 1 W (Low)

: Variable reactance frequency modulation

(incl. BP-252, FA-SC58V and MB-109) TRANSMITTER Output power (at 7.4 V DC) Modulation system Maximum frequency deviation : 5 kHz

: 70 dB Adjacent channel power Spurious emissions

: 68 dBc typical RECEIVER Receive system Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) Squelch sensitivity Intermodulation Spurious response Adjacent channel selectivity Audio output power (at 10% distortion) Internal speaker External speaker All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

: Double-conversion superheterodyne

: 0.25 V typical

: 0.35 V typical (at threshold)

: 70 dB typical

: 70 dB typical

: 70 dB typical

: 0.70 W typical with a 16 load

: 0.35 W typical with an 8 load 28 Options D BATTERY CASE AND PACK BP-25.1 battery case Battery case for 5 AAA (LR03) alkaline cells. Output power level: 2 W BP-25.2 li-Ion battery pack 7.4 V/980 mAh Li-Ion battery pack. D CHARGERS BC-173 desktop charger + BC-147SA/BC-174E ac adapter Used for regular charging of battery pack. An AC adapter is supplied with the charger depending on the version. Charging time: approx. 10 hours BC-162 desktop charger + BC-145.* ac adapter Used for rapid charging of battery pack. Charging time: approx. 2 hours.

*Not supplied with some versions. D BELT CLIPS MB-109 belt clip The same as supplied with the transceiver. D OTHER OPTIONS HM-165. speaker-microphone Full sized speaker-microphone including an alligator clip to attach the mi-

crophone to your shirt, collar, etc. The HM-165 meets IPX7 requirements for waterproof protection. However, once it has been dropped, the IP rating cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to it's case or the water-

proof seal. FA-SC5.8V antenna Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with this transceiver. We are not responsible for the transceiver being damaged or any accident caused when using non-Icom optional equipment. FCC INFORMATION 13 FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason-

able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac-

cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-

ence to radio communications. However, there is no guaran-

tee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following mea-

sures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and re-

ceiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 29 A-6710H-1EX-q Printed in Japan 2008 Icom Inc. Printed on recycled paper with soy ink. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan