FCC ID: AFJ349510 VHF Marine Transceiver

 

INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER iM73 iM73EURO This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera-

tion is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. IC-M73 IC-M73EURO

(These transceivers use the FA-S64V) Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M73/

IC-M73EURO vhf marine transceiver is designed and built with Icoms 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 in-

struction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M73/IC-M73EURO. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION RDANGER!

Personal death, serious injury or an ex-

plosion may occur. RWARNING!

Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. 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. ABOUT CE AND DOC Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the versions of IC-M73 EURO which have the CE symbol on the product, comply with the essential re-

quirements of the Radio Equipment Directive, 2014/53/EU, and the restriction of the use of cer-

tain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equip-

ment 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 Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated

(Japan) in Japan, the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries. i PRECAUTIONS RDANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. RDANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst. 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 an-

tenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The trans-

ceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. CAUTION: NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the products specified by Icom. Such a connec-

tion will ruin the transceiver. CAUTION: MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and bat-

tery 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 damage to the transceiver. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IPX8 requirements for waterproof protection. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed be-

cause of possible damage to the transceiver's case or the water-

proof seal. DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below 20C (4F) or above +60C

(+140F) for the EXP/USA versions, below 15C (+5F) or above +55C (+131F) for the CHN/EUR/FRG/HOL/UK versions, and below 10C (+14F) or above +55C (+131F) for the AUS versions. DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they will damage the transceiver surfaces. DO NOT push [PTT] when not actually intending to transmit. DO NOT modify the transceiver. The transceiver warranty does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized modification. DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of children. KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meter (3.0 feet) away from your vessels magnetic navigation compass. Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or performance of any Icom or non-Icom equipment, if the mal-

function is because of:

Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earth-

quakes, storms, floods, lightning, other natural disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive contamination. The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. ii SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy while transmitting. This radio is designed for and classified as 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 W A R N I NG 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 (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields RF and Microwave. The accessories listed on page 43 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:

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 43 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. C AU TIO N iii INFOMATION EN MATIRE DE SCURIT A V E R T I S S E M E N T Votre radio Icom produit une nergie lectromagntique de radiofrquences (RF), en mode de transmission. Cette radio est conue pour un usage professionnel seulement et classe comme tel, ce qui signifie 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 C95.1-1992 sur les niveaux de scurit compatibles avec lexposition humaine aux champs lectromagntiques de radiofrquences (3 kHz 300 GHz). Norme de lANSI: IEEE C95.3-1992 sur la mthode dvaluation recommande du champ magntique potentiellement dangereux des radiofrquences et des micro-ondes. Les accessoires numrs la p. 43 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 qu'une antenne approprie y soit fixe, car ceci risque d'endommager la radio et causer une exposition suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC. L'antenne approprie est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne spcialement autorise par le fabricant pour tre utilise avec cette radio. NE PAS mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation de l'appareil (50% du facteur d'utilisation). mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation peut causer une exposition aux RF suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC. La radio est en train dmettre lorsque le tmoin du TX saffiche sur lcran ACL. La radio mettra si vous appuyez sur le bouton du microphone. TOUJOURS tenir l'antenne loigne d'au moins 2,5 cm de votre corps au moment d'mettre et utiliser uniquement l'attache pour ceinture Icom illustre la p. 43, 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 l'antenne au moins 5 cm de votre bouche et lgrement de ct. Les renseignements ci-dessus fournissent l'utilisateur toute l'information ncessaire sur l'exposition aux RF et sur ce qu'il faut faire pour assurer que cette radio fonctionne en respectant les limites d'exposition aux RF tablies par la FCC. Interfrence lectromagntique et compatibilit En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l'nergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interfrences avec d'autres appareils ou systmes. Pour viter de telles interfrences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs o une signalisation lexige. NE PAS faire fonctionner l'metteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement lectromagntique tels que les hpitaux, les aronefs et les sites de dynamitage. Usage professionnel/contrl Ce radio metteur est utilis dans des cas o des personnes sont exposes en raison de leur travail, pourvu qu'elles soient conscientes du risque d'expositionet qu'elles puissent exercer un contrle sur cette exposition. iv FCC INFORMATION IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 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 instruc-

tion manual, may cause harmful interference to radio commu-

nications. 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 device, not ex-

pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations. vessel. 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. Say your call sign or other indication of the 4. LOCATED AT ..................... (your position) 5. S t a t e t h e n a t u r e o f t h e d i s t r e s s a n d assistance required. 6. Give any other information which might facilitate the rescue. v RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY IN A BOWL OF FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operating. Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and controllers may become unusable, due to salt crystalliza-

tion, and/or the charging terminals of the battery pack may corrode. NOTE: IF the transceiver's 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. vi TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT ...................................................................................... i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ................................................................... i DISPOSAL ......................................................................................... i ABOUT CE AND DOC ...................................................................... i PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................ ii RADIO OPERATOR WARNING ...................................................... iii AVERTISSEMENT POUR LES OPRATEURS RADIO .................. iv FCC INFORMATION ........................................................................ v IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............................................................. v RECOMMENDATION ...................................................................... vi 1 OPERATING RULES ..................................................................1 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ...............23 Supplied accessories ...............................................................2 Attachments .............................................................................2 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION ...........................................................47 Front, top and side panels .......................................................4 Function display .......................................................................6 4 BASIC OPERATION .............................................................813 Channel selection ....................................................................8 Receiving and transmitting ....................................................11 Call channel programming .....................................................12 Lock function ..........................................................................12 Monitor function .....................................................................12 Adjusting the squelch level ....................................................13 AquaQuake water draining function .......................................13 5 SCAN OPERATION (Except for the Dutch version) ............1415 Scan types .............................................................................14 Setting Favorite channels ......................................................15 Starting a scan .......................................................................15 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH (Except for the Dutch version) .......16 Description .............................................................................16 vii Operation ...............................................................................16 7 FUNCTION MODE OPERATION ........................................1724 About the function mode ........................................................17 Manual recording function (Depending on versions) .............18 Automatic recording function (Depending on versions) .............19 Play back function (Depending on versions) ..........................20 Channel naming function .......................................................21 Opening comment entry function ...........................................22 ATIS code programming

(For only the Dutch and German versions) ............................ 23 Backlight function ...................................................................24 8 SET MODE ..........................................................................2530 SET mode programming ........................................................25 SET mode items ....................................................................26 9 BATTERY CHARGING .......................................................3134 Battery cautions .....................................................................31 Supplied battery charger .......................................................33 Optional battery chargers ......................................................34 10 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP ..............................................35 Attaching ................................................................................35 Detaching...............................................................................35 11 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ....................................36 HM-167 descriptions ..............................................................36 Attaching ................................................................................36 12 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................37 13 SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................3839 14 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ...........................................4042 15 OPTIONS ..................................................................................43 INDEX .......................................................................................4445 D Priorities Read all rules and regulations pertaining to call priorities, and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others. 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 may require a current radio station license before using the transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not licensed, but required to be. If required, contact your dealer or the appropriate govern-

ment agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license application. This government-issued license states the call sign which is your crafts identification for radio purposes. OPERATING RULES 1

(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. If required, the Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be posted or kept with the operator. If required, only a licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver. However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a transceiver 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 transceiver is capable of opera-

tion on VHF marine channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83, according to FCC regulations these simplex channels cannot be lawfully used by the general population in USA 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 Attachments D Flexible antenna Handstrap Battery Charger

(with two screws) Belt clip

(with two screws) Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION:

NEVER carry the transceiver by holding the antenna. DO NOT transmit without an antenna. Pass the handstrap through the loop on the top corner of the transceiver, as illustrated to the left. This facilitates carrying the transceiver. Li-ion battery pack Flexible antenna*

AC adapter*

Cigarette lighter cable*

D Handstrap

* Not supplied or different type may be supplied depending on the transceiver version. 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2 D Battery pack q Attach the battery pack into the transceiver. D Belt clip Attach the belt clip to the transceiver. Battery pack Supplied screws w Lock the battery pack with the latch. Latch CAUTION:

NEVER remove or attach the battery pack when the trans-

ceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust get-

ting into the transceiver and battery pack, and may result in them being damaged. Be careful! The latch is tightly locked, so use caution when releasing it. DO NOT use your finger nail. Use the edge of a coin or screwdriver tip to carefully release it. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 3 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]

Turns ON power and adjusts the audio level. w PTT SWITCH [PTT]

Hold down to transmit; release to receive. Function display (p. 6) Manually opens the squelch to monitor the channel while Push this switch, then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/

e MONITOR KEY [

held down. (p. 12)

[Z]. (p. 13)

!2

!1

!0 o i u While holding down this switch, turn the ON power to enter the SET mode. (p. 25) r CHANNEL 16 KEY [16/C]

(p. 8) Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 8) Selects the Call channel when pushed for 1 second. Enters the Call channel write mode when the Call channel is selected and this key is held down for 3 seconds. (p. 12) t FUNCTION KEY [F]

Enters the Function mode when pushed. (p. 17) The AquaQuake function is activated when held down for 1 second. (p. 13) While holding down this key, turn ON the power to enter the recording counter mode. Microphone Speaker q w e r t y 4 y SCAN KEY [SCANDUAL]

This key may not be available depending on the transceiver version. Starts and stops normal or priority scan when pushed. o TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY [H/LLOCK]

Selects high, middle or low power when pushed. (p. 11) Toggles the lock function ON/OFF when held down for 1 second. (p. 12) PANEL DESCRIPTION 3

!0 FAVORITE (TAG) KEY [FAV]

Push this key to sequentially select the Favorite (TAG) channels, while ignoring untagged channels, in a channel group. (p. 15) Hold down for 1 second to set or clear the displayed channel as a Favorite (TAG) channel. (p. 15) While holding down this key, turn ON power to clear or set all Favorite (TAG) channels in the selected channel group. (p. 15)

!1 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC]

Connects the optional external speaker-microphone.

(p. 36) NOTE: Attach the [SP MIC] cap when the optional speaker-microphone is not used.

!2 ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna. (p. 2) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 5

(pp. 14, 15) Enters the Watch mode when held down for 1 second. (p. 16) u CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL KEY

[CH/WXU/I/C] (IC-M73), [CH] (IC-M73EURO) Selects and toggles the regular channels and weather channel* when pushed. (pp. 9, 10) Selects the U.S.A., International, Canadian or ATIS channel group* when held down for 1 second. (p. 9)

- The function display shows which channel group is active. Push to return to the display before you selected the channel when the priority channel or the Call channel is selected.

* Selectable contents differ depending on the transceiver version. NOTE: [CH/WXU/I/C] and [CH] are described as [CH/

WXU/I/C] in this instruction manual. i CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z]

Selects the operating channel. (pp. 810) Selects the SET mode option of the item. (p. 25) Selects the SET mode item when pushed along with [

(p. 25) Checks Favorite (TAG) channels, or changes the scanning direction during a scan. (p. 15) Selects the Function mode item. (p. 17) 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display q

!7

!5

!3

!6

!4

!1

!2

!0 w r y i e t u o Indicates the selected operating channel number. In the SET mode, indicates the selected value. q CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT w FAVORITE CHANNEL ICON (p. 15) Appears when a Favorite (TAG) channel is selected. e BATTERY ICON Indicates remaining battery power. Indication Battery level Full Middle Low No battery

(Charging required) blinks when the battery is overcharged (or over voltage). 6 r DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH ICONS (p. 16) DUAL blinks during dualwatch; TRI blinks during tri-

watch. This may not appear depending on the transceiver version. Appears when a duplex channel is selected. t DUPLEX ICON (p. 9) y MONITOR ICON (p. 12) Appears when the monitor function is activated. u AUTOMATIC RECORDING ICON (p. 19) Appears when the automatic recording is activated. This may not appear depending on the transceiver version. i RECORDING ICON Appears while the receiving audio is recording. (pp. 18, 19) This may not appear depending on the transceiver ver-

sion. o CHANNEL NAME FIELD Indicates or scrolls the operating channel name, comment or ATIS code*. (pp. 2123)

*For only the Dutch and German versions. In the SET and Function mode, indicates or scrolls the selected item. (pp. 2530) SCAN 16 is displayed during a Priority scan; SCAN appears during a Normal scan. (p. 15)

!0 LOCK ICON (p. 12) Appears when the lock function is activated.

!1 ATIS ICON (pp. 9, 23) Appears when the channel group, in which ATIS function is activated, is selected or while programming an ATIS code. For only the HOL and FRG versions.

!2 CALL CHANNEL ICON (p. 8) Appears when the Call channel is selected.

!3 CHANNEL GROUP ICON (p. 9) USA appears when U.S.A.*1; INT appears when International; CAN appears when the Canadian*2; ATIS appears when ATIS*3 channel group is selected.

*1Only USA, UK, EXP, CHN and AUS versions.

*2Only USA, EXP and CHN versions.

*3Only HOL version.

!4 WEATHER CHANNEL/WEATHER ALERT ICONS* (p. 10) appears when the Weather channel group is appears when the Weather alert function is selected. activated.

*Selectable on only the USA, EXP, AUS and CHN versions.

!5 TRANSMIT POWER ICONS (p. 11) LOW appears when low power is selected. MID appears when mid power is selected. No indication appears when high power is selected.

!6 TRANSMIT ICON (p. 11) Appears during transmit. PANEL DESCRIPTION 3

!7 BUSY ICON (pp. 11, 12) Appears when a signal is received, or the squelch opens. 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, fully charge the battery pack. This will help maximize the capability and life of the battery. To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn OFF the radio while charging. D Channel 16 Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It is used for establishing initial contact with another station, and for emer-

gency communications. Channel 16 is automatically moni-

tored during both Dualwatch and Tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16. q Push [16/C] to select Channel 16. w Push [CH/WXU/I/C] to return to the condition before selecting Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating channel. Push D 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 reprogrammed (p. 12) and may be used to store your most often-used channels in each channel group for quick recall. q Hold down [16/C] for 1 second to select the Call channel. CALL and the call channel number appear. The Call channel can be re-programmed. See the Call channel programming on page 12 for details. w Push [CH/WXU/I/C] to return to the screen before you selected Call channel, or push [Y]/[Z] to select an operating channel. Hold down for 1 second 8 BASIC OPERATION 4 D U.S.A., International, Canadian and ATIS For Dutch version channels The transceiver has U.S.A.*1, International, Canadian*2 and ATIS*3 channels. You must select the proper channels for the operating area.

*1Only USA, UK, EXP, CHN and AUS versions.

*2Only USA, EXP and CHN versions.

*3Only HOL version. If the weather channel appears, push [CH/WXU/I/C] again. q Push [CH/WXU/I/C] to select a regular channel. w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel. DUP appears for duplex channels. e To change the channel group, hold down [CH/WXU/I/C]

for 1 second. Repeat until you reach the desired channel group. For U.K. and Australia versions Hold down for 1 second International channels ATIS channels For U.S.A., Export, and China versions Hold down for 1 second International channels Hold down for 1 second Hold down for 1 second Hold down for 1 second International channels U.S.A. channels U.S.A. channels Canadian channels 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 9 4 BASIC OPERATION D Weather channels The transceiver has 10 pre-programmed weather channels*. These are used for monitoring broadcasts from NOAA (Na-

tional Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration.) The transceiver can automatically detect a weather alert tone on the selected weather channel or while scanning. See the SET mode items on page 26 for details.

* For only the USA, EXP, AUS and CHN versions. q Push [CH/WXU/I/C] to select the weather channel group. w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a weather channel. e Push [CH/WXU/I/C] to return to the screen before you selected the Weather channel group. The Weather channel list WX channel Frequency (MHz) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Transmit RX only RX only RX only RX only RX only RX only RX only RX only RX only RX only Receive 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 163.275 10 Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: DO NOT transmit without an antenna. An opening comment scrolls across the function display. Push [16/C] to skip the opening comment. q Rotate [VOL] clockwise to turn ON power. w Set the volume and squelch level. Push [

Rotate [VOL] to set the volume level. Push [

e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. Pushing [FAV] selects only Favorite channels.

- When receiving a signal, the

], and push [Z] to open the squelch.

], and push [Y]/[Z] to set the squelch level. icon appears while audio is heard from the speaker.

- Further adjustment of [VOL] may be necessary at this point. r Push [H/LLOCK] to select the output power, if necessary.

- LOW appears when low power is selected; MID appears when mid power is selected; no indication is displayed when high power is selected.

- Choose low or mid power to conserve battery power; choose high power for longer distance communications.

- Some channels are for only low transmission. t Hold down [PTT] to transmit, and speak at your normal voice level.

- The

- Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission. y Release [PTT] to receive. appears while transmitting. BASIC OPERATION 4 IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your transmit-

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

serve the battery power. The power save function automati-

cally activates when no signal is received for 5 seconds. The Time-out Timer function* cuts OFF transmission after 5 minutes of continuously transmitting, to prevent pro-

longed transmission. 10 seconds before transmission is cut OFF, a beep sounds and TOT blinks to indicate that the transmission will be cut OFF. After it is cut OFF, TIME OUT is displayed for 10 seconds, and you cannot transmit until it disappears.

* This function may not be installed in some transceiver versions. t Push to transmit y Release to receive q Power ON w Set the volume w Set the squelch level w Set the squelch level e Select the channel r Set the output power Microphone Speaker 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 11 4 BASIC OPERATION Call channel programming The Call channel key is used to select Channel 9* by default. However, you can program your most often-used channel in each channel group for quick recall.

* The channel may differ, depending on the transceiver version. q Hold down [CH/WXU/I/C] for 1 second several times to select the desired channel group (USA, INT, CAN, ATIS) to be programmed. w Hold down [16/C] for 1 second to se-

lect the Call channel. CALL and Call channel number appear. e Hold down [16/C] again for 3 sec-

onds (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to enter the Call channel programming mode. The Call channel number to be pro-

grammed blinks. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. t Push [16/C] to program the displayed channel as the Call channel. The Call channel number stops blinking. 12 12 Lock function This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT], [

and [H/LLOCK]) to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. Push [H/LLOCK] for 1 second to turn the lock function ON or OFF. Hold down for 1 second Appears while the lock function is in use. Monitor function The monitor function releases the noise squelch mute to check the volume level. See page 27 for details of the monitor switch action. Hold down [

] for 1 second to activate the monitor func-

tion. and appear and audio is heard. Hold down for 1 second Appears while the monitor function is in use. BASIC OPERATION 4 Adjusting the squelch level AquaQuake water draining function To adjust the transceivers squelch level, use the [Y]/[Z]

keys, as described below. In order to properly receive signals, as well as for the scan to function effectively operate, the squelch must be adjusted to the proper level. 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. q Push [

], then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/[Z].

- SQL and the squelch level are displayed.

- There are 11 squelch levels to choose from: OP is completely open; 10 is tight squelch; 1 is loose squelch level.

- When no key is pushed for 5 seconds, the transceiver returns to its normal condition. w Push [

] again to return to normal operating mode. While holding down [F], the AquaQuake function is acti-

vated to clear water away from the speaker grill. Beep sounds, regardless of the volume level setting. Activates for 10 seconds in maximum to drain water. 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. Push Shows the squelch level. Appears during squelch level adjustment 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 13 SCAN OPERATION (Except for the Dutch version) 5 Scan types Scanning is an efficient way to quickly locate signals over a wide frequency range. The transceiver has a priority scan set-

ting and normal scan setting. Set the Favorite channels (scanned channel) before scanning. Clear those Favorite channels which are not needed or incon-

veniently stop scanning, such as digital communications. Choose priority or normal scan in the SET mode. (p. 26) In addition, the Weather alert* and Auto scan functions are also selectable for scanning. These functions can be simul-

taneously activated, depending on the settings in the SET mode. (pp. 26, 27)

* For only the USA, EXP, AUS and CHN versions. NORMAL SCAN PRIORITY SCAN CH 01 CH 02 CH 01 CH 02 WX*

CH 03 WX*

CH 16 CH 03 CH 05 CH 04 CH 05 CH 04

* Previously selected weather channel when weather alert function is ON.

* Previously selected weather channel when weather alert function is ON Normal scan, like priority scan, sequentially searches through all Favorite channels. However, unlike priority scan, Channel 16 is not checked unless it is set as a Fa-

vorite channel. Priority scan sequentially searches through all Favorite chan-

nels while monitoring Channel 16. When a signal is detected on Channel 16, the scan pauses until the signal disappears;

when a signal is detected on a channel other than Channel 16, scan becomes Dualwatch until the signal disappears. 14 SCAN OPERATION (Except for the Dutch version) 5 Setting Favorite channels Starting a scan For more efficient scanning, add desired channels as Favor-

ite channels, or clear the Favorite for unwanted channels. Untagged channels will be skipped during scanning. Favor-

ite channels can be independently assigned to each channel group (USA, INT, CAN, ATIS) independently. q Select the desired channel to set as a Favorite channel. w Hold down [FAV] for 1 second to set the displayed chan-

nel as a Favorite channel. appears on the function display. e To cancel the Favorite channel setting, hold down [FAV]

for 1 second. disappears. Clearing (or setting) All Favorite Channels in the Se-

lected Channel Group While holding down [FAV], turn ON power to clear all the Favorite channel settings in the channel group. Repeat above procedure to set all channels as Favorite channels. First, set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer and auto scan function, using the SET mode. (pp. 26, 27) q Make sure the desired channel group (e.g., USA, CAN, INT, ATIS) is selected. Move between channel groups by repeat-

edly pushing [CH/WXU/I/C] for 1 second at a time. When the weather alert function* is in use, select the desired weather channel with [CH/WXU/I/C] and [Y]/[Z].

* For only the USA, EXP, AUS and CHN versions. w Push [SCANDUAL] to start a priority or normal scan. SCAN blinks in the function display. 16 appears on the comment indicator during a priority scan. When a signal is received, the scan pauses until the signal dis-

appears, or resumes after pausing 5 seconds, depending on the scan resume timer setting. (Channel 16 is still monitored during a priority scan.) Push [Y]/[Z] to check the scanning of Favorite channels, change the scanning direction or resume the scan manually. e To stop the scan, push [SCANDUAL]. SCAN disappears.

[Example]: Starting a normal scan. Push Scan starts SCAN indication blinks Push When receiving a signal, SCAN indica-

tion blinks and audio is heard. to stop the scan 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 15 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH (Except for the Dutch version) Description Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving on another channel; Tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the call channel while receiving on another channel. DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION Operation q Select a desired operating channel. w Hold down [SCANDUAL] for 1 second to start Dualwatch or Tri-watch (depending on the SET mode setting; p. 27). 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 Call channel. e To cancel Dualwatch/Tri-watch, push [SCANDUAL] again. Ch 16 Ch 88 Ch 88 Ch 16 Ch 88 Ch 9

[Example]: Operating tri-watch on INT channel 07. Hold down for 1 second 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, hold down [PTT]. 16 Tri-watch starts. A signal is received on the Call channel. A signal received on Channel 16 always takes priority. Tri-watch resumes after the signal disappears. FUNCTION MODE OPERATION 7 About the function mode There are 7 transceiver functions in the function mode: Play back function, Manual recording function, Automatic record-

ing function, backlight function, channel naming function, opening comment entry function and the ATIS code program-

ming function. For only the Dutch and German versions. Depending on versions. D Entering the function mode q Push [F] to enter the function mode. PLAY (Play back function) appears. When no key is pushed for 5 seconds, the transceiver returns to its normal condition. w Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired item. e Push [H/LLOCK] to select or decide the desired option of the item. Some items exit the function mode when pushing [H/LLOCK]. r To exit the function mode, push [F]. D FUNCTION MODE ITEMS Playback function*, Manual recording function Automatic recording fucntion Backlight function

: Push [Y] : Push [Z] *Starting item For only the Dutch and German versions. Depending on versions. ATIS code programming function Opening comment entry function Channel naming function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 7 FUNCTION MODE OPERATION Manual recording function (Depending on versions) q Push [F] to enter the function mode, and then push [Y]/[Z] to select the manual recording function. M-REC appears. w Push [H/LLOCK] to start record-

ing. REC appears. When the signal disappears, the transceiver continues recording without audio. e Push [F] to stop the recording. The recording will automatically stop after 30 seconds. Manual recording mode appears. REC appears while recording. You can record the received signal whenever you want by us-

ing the manual recording function. This function can record the received signal for maximum 30 seconds. The transmitted signal cannot be recorded. The previously recorded signal will be overwritten when you re-

cord the next audio using this function. Example Manual recording

[Less than 30 seconds]

Start manual recording. Stop manual recording. When receiving a signal for 30 seconds or less, this function records all contents. Example: 20 seconds

[More than 30 seconds]

Start manual recording. Automatically stops recording. These contents will not be recorded. 30 seconds 30 seconds after you start the manual recording, the recording will automatically stop. 18 FUNCTION MODE OPERATION 7 Automatic recording function (Depending on versions) When this function is turned ON, the transceiver automati-

cally records the received signal into the memory. The maximum recording time is 60 seconds. The transmit signal cannot be recorded. If a signal less than 60 seconds is recorded, the next recorded sig-

nal is added into the same data. The recording threshold level can be set in the set mode. See page 30 for details. NOTE: Even if you turn OFF the transceiver, this function remains ON. Example Automatic recording

[Less than 60 seconds]

Starts recording Stops recording When receiving a signal for 60 seconds or less, this function records all contents. Example: 40 seconds

[More than 60 seconds]

Starts recording Stops recording q Push [F] to enter the function mode, and then push [Y]/[Z] to select the automatic recording function. A-REC appears. w Push [H/LLOCK] to turn the function ON or OFF. The automatic recording icon ap-

pears when the function is turned ON. After pushing [H/LLOCK], exits the function mode. Automatic recording mode appears. Automatic recording icon appears. e When a signal is received, the transceiver automatically starts recording. REC appears while recording. The recording will automatically stop when the received signal disap-

pears, or the received signal strength becomes weaker than the set threshold level in the set mode

(p. 30). REC is appeared while recording. 60 seconds These contents wont be recorded. After 60 seconds has passed from starting the automatic recording, this function records the 60 seconds before stopping to record. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 19 7 FUNCTION MODE OPERATION Play back function (Depending on versions) This transceiver has two voice recorders. One is the manual recording function which can record for 30 seconds. The other is the automatic recording function which can record the last 60 seconds of the receiving signal. There are three play-back modes as follows. PLAY appears. q Push [F] to enter the function mode. w Push [H/LLOCK] to enter the play back selection mode, and then push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired play back mode from M-PLAY, LAST30S, or LAST60S. If there is no recorded signal in the transceiver, BLANK appears. Playing back the all contents of the manual recording M-PLAY : Play back the manually Blinks while playbacking. Select M-PLAY Playing back for 30 seconds (maximum). Playing back the last 30 seconds of the automatic recording Select LAST30S Not playing back. Playing back for 30 seconds (maximum). Playing back the all contents of the automatic recording Select LAST60S Playing back for 60 seconds (maximum). 20 Playback mode appears. recorded signal. LAST30S : Play back the last 30 seconds of the automati-

caliy recorded signal. LAST60S : Play back the automati-

caliy recorded signal for 60 seconds. e Push [H/LLOCK] to play back the recorded signal. PL blinks. To stop

[H/LLOCK] again. the play back, push DO NOT detach the battery pack while the transceiver is turned ON. Other-

wise, the data could be lost or delet-

ed. BLANK appears when the transceiver has no recorded signal. Deleting a recorded signal:

While selecting the desired data to delete, hold down [FAV]

for 3 seconds until 2 short beeps sound. FUNCTION MODE OPERATION 7 Channel naming function The IC-M73/IC-M73EURO can assign up to 10-character channel names for each operating channel, including each weather channel. This provides easy recognition of the chan-

nel in use, or station names. When shipped from the factory, the IC-M73/IC-M73EURO is programmed with default names for each VHF marine chan-

nel. These defaults can be changed, if desired. D Usable characters

(0)

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(8)

(9)

(Space)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(7)

(D)

(E)

(F)

(G)

(H)

(I)

(J)

(K)

(L)

(N)

(O)

(P)

(Q)

(R)

(S)

(T)

(U)

(V)

(X)

(Y)

(Z)

(a)

(b)

(c)

(h)

(i)

(r)

(s)

(j)

(t)

(k)

(u)

(l)

(m)

(v)

(w)

(d)

(n)

(x)

(e)

(o)

(y)

(f)

(p)

(z)

(M)

(W)

(g)

(q) D Channel name programming q Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel to program. Hold down [CH/WXU/I/C] for 1 second to select a channel group, if necessary. w Push [F] to enter the function mode, and then push [Y]/[Z] to select the channel naming function. CH NAME appears. e Push [H/LLOCK] to edit the channel name. The 1st character of the currently pro-

grammed name blinks. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select a character. t Push [CH/WXU/I/C] to move to the right; then push [Y]/[Z] to select a character. Push [SCANDUAL] to move to the left. y Continue until the desired charac-

ters have been selected, then push

[H/LLOCK] to return to normal op-

eration. Deleting a channel name (All clear):

While selecting the desired channeI name in the channel name editing mode, push [FAV] to delete the selected channel name. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 21 7 FUNCTION MODE OPERATION Opening comment entry function The IC-M73/IC-M73EURO can assign up to 16-character opening comments. You may replace the factory-set opening comment with a comment of your own. The opening comment appears each time the IC-M73/IC-M73EURO is powered ON. The comment may be up to 16 characters long. You can use same characters as Channel naming function.

(p. 21) D Opening comment programming q Push [F] to enter the function mode, and then push [Y]/

[Z] to select the opening comment programming mode. OC EDIT appears. w Push [H/LLOCK] to edit the open-

ing comment. The 1st character of the currently pro-

grammed comment blinks. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select a character. r Push [CH/WXU/I/C] to move to the right; then push [Y]/[Z] to select a character. Pushing [SCANDUAL], moves to left. t Continue until the desired charac-

ters have been entered, then push

[H/LLOCK] to return to normal op-

eration. Deleting the opening comment (All clear):

While in the opening comment editing mode, push [FAV] to delete. The programmed opening comment is briefly displayed or scrolled when the transceiver is powered ON. However, the opening comment display can be skipped by pushing [16/C]. 22 FUNCTION MODE OPERATION 7 ATIS code programming (For only the Dutch and German versions) The 10-digit ATIS code can be programmed and confirmed with the following operation. The ATIS code programming is not necessary and con-

firmation can only be performed when the ATIS code has been programmed by your dealer. The code programming can be performed 1 time only, if the code has not been programmed by your dealer. t After inputting the 10-digit ATIS code, push [H/LLOCK] to write the code into the memory, then goes to the ATIS code confirma-

tion mode. Scrolls Deleting the ATIS code (All clear):

While in the ATIS code editing mode, push [FAV] to delete. D ATIS code confirmation q Push [F] to enter the function mode, and then push [Y]/

(When the ATIS code has been programmed)

[Z] to select the ATIS code programming function. ATIS ID appears. w Push [H/LLOCK] to confirm the ATIS code. Id and ATIS appear. The ATIS code is displayed and scrolls in the channel comment dis-

play. e Push [H/LLOCK] to return to normal operation. Scrolls

. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 23 q Push [F] to enter the function mode, and then push [Y]/[Z] to select the ATIS code programming function. ATIS ID appears. w Push [H/LLOCK] to edit the ATIS code. Id and ATIS appear, and the 1st char-

acter of the code blinks. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select a number. r Push [CH/WXU/I/C] to move to the right; then push [Y]/[Z] to select a number. Push [SCANDUAL] to move to the left. 7 FUNCTION MODE OPERATION Backlight function This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The back-

lighting can also be turned OFF in the SET mode. (p. 27) Push any key other than [PTT] to turn ON the backlighting. The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 seconds of inactivity. q Push [F] to enter the function mode, and then push [Y]/[Z] to select the backlighting function. LIGHT appears. w Push [H/LLOCK] to turn the func-

tion ON or OFF. After pushing [H/LLOCK], exits from the function mode. Backlight mode appears. 24 SET MODE 8 SET mode programming The SET mode is used to change the status of 17 transceiver functions: Beep tone function, Weather alert function, Prior-

ity scan, Scan resume timer, Auto scan start function, Dual/

Tri-watch function, Monitor key action, Display backlight, LCD contrast selection, Power save function, Scroll type selection, Scroll speed selection, RX noise cancel function, TX noise cancel function, RX bass boost function, TX bass boost function and the Automatic recording threshold level selec-

tion. D SET MODE ITEMS Beep tone function*

Weather alert function D SET mode operation q Turn OFF power. w While holding down [

], turn ON power to enter the SET mode. The BEEP (Beep tone function setting) appears.

], or push [

] and [Y]/[Z] to select the desired e Push [

item. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired option of the item. t To exit the SET mode, push [16/C]. Priority scan Scan resume timer Auto scan start function Automtic recording threshold level selection TX bass boost function RX bass boost function

: Push [ ], or while holding down [ ], push [Y]

: While holding down [ ], push [Z]

*Starting item Depending on versions Dual/Tri-watch function Monitor key action Display backlight LCD contrast selection TX noise cancel function RX noise cancel function Scroll speed selection Scroll type selection Power save function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 25 8 SET MODE SET mode items D Beep tone function Turns ON the key touch beep sound or AJ, or turns OFF the sound OFF. ON AJ OFF : Silent operation

: A fixed beep sounds (default)

: The preset beeps (example: do, re, mi) sound Push Beep tone ON (default) Beep tone OFF D Weather alert function For only the USA, EXP, AUS and CHN versions, a NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone before any important weather announcements. When the weather alert function is turned ON, any detected weather alert will make the IC-M73/IC-M73EURO activate a blinking alert icon on the function display and repeatedly sound a beep tone. The blinking and beeping stops when the radio is picked up and operated. The previously selected weather channel is checked any time during standby, or while scanning, when the power save function is activated. appears when the function is turned ON. D Priority scan function Except for the HOL version, the transceiver has 2 scan types normal (OFF) and priority (ON) scans. Normal scan searches all Favorite (TAG) channels in the selected channel group. Priority scan sequentially searches all Favorite (TAG) channels while monitoring Channel 16. The default setting may differ, depending on the version. Normal scan (default) Priority scan D Scan resume timer Except for the HOL version, the scan resume timer can be set as a pause (OFF) or timer scan (ON). When OFF is selected, the scan pauses until a received signal disappears. When ON is selected, the scan pauses for 5 seconds after receiving a signal and then resumes even if a signal has been received. Push Push Push Scan resume timer OFF (default) Scan resume timer ON Weather alert function Weather alert function OFF (default) ON 26 D Auto scan function Except for the HOL version, the auto scan function automati-

cally starts the desired scan when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 30 seconds Auto scan OFF (default) Auto scan ON D Dual/Tri-watch function Except for the HOL version, this item selects Dual or Tri-watch as desired. See page 16 for details. Push Push Dualwatch (default) Tri-watch SET MODE 8 D Monitor key action The monitor key action temporarily cuts off the squelch func-

tion. This key action contains PUSH (Pu) or HOLD (Ho) set-

tings, as shown below. Pu (PUSH): After pushing [

] for 1 second, the squelch opens and audio is heard. The squelch is held open while con-

tinuously holding down [

]. (default) Ho (HOLD): After pushing [

] for 1 second, the squelch opens

] is released. To close and audio is heard even if [

the squelch, push any key. Push setting (default) Hold setting D Backlight function This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The back-

light can be turned ON or OFF. The backlight is automatically activated when any key except for The backlight is automatically turned OFF after 5 seconds of inac-

[PTT] is pushed. tivity. Push Push Backlight ON

(default) Backlight OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 27 8 SET MODE D LCD contrast selection The contrast of the LCD can be set to Hi (default) or Lo. High contrast (default) Low contrast D Auto power save function The auto power save function reduces current drain by deac-

tivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. ON

: The power save function is turned ON. The power save func-

tion will activate when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 5 seconds OFF : The power save function is turned OFF. Push Push Power save ON

(default) Power save OFF D Channel name scroll type Set the channel name/comment scroll type to 1 or 2. 1: The first 7 characters are displayed for approximately 1 second then scrolls. When the channel name or comment is 7 character or less, it does not scroll (default). 2: The channel name or comment scrolls regardless of the number of characters after no name or comment (blank) is displayed for 1 second. Scroll type 1 (default) Scroll type 2 D Scrolling speed Selects the channel name/comment scroll speed. 1: Scrolls 3.33 characters in a second. 2: Scrolls 2.5 characters in a second. 3: Scrolls 2 characters in a second. Push Push Scroll speed 2 (default) Scroll speed 3 28 D RX Noise Cancel function Set the Noise Cancel function for reception. The function may not be available, depending on the transceiver version. OFF : Turns OFF the function. 1

: The Noise Cancel function reduces random noise components in the received signal to approximately one half.

: The Noise Cancel function reduces random noise components in the received signal to approximately one third.

: The Noise Cancel function reduces random noise components in the received signal to approximately one tenth. 2 3 RX noise cancel OFF (default) RX noise cancel 3 D TX Noise Cancel function Set the Noise Cancel function for transmission. The function may not be available, depending on the transceiver version. OFF : Turns OFF the function. ON

: The Noise Cancel function reduces random noise compo-

nents in the transmitted signal to one third. Push Push TX noise cancel OFF (default) TX noise cancel ON SET MODE 8 D RX bass boost function Set the bass boost function for reception.The function may not be available, depending on the transceiver version. OFF : Turns OFF the function. ON

: The RX bass boost function boosts the bass level of the re-

ceive audio tone. RX bass boost OFF (default) RX bass boost ON D TX bass boost function Set the bass boost function for transmission. The function may not be available, depending on the transceiver version. OFF : Turns OFF the function. ON

: The TX bass boost function boosts the bass level of the trans-

mit audio tone. Push Push TX bass boost OFF (default) TX bass boost ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 29 8 SET MODE D Automatic recording threshold level Set the automatic recording threshold level. The function may not be available, depending on the transceiver version. 1 : Set the threshold level to shallow. Weak signals will automatically be recorded into memory. 2 : Set the threshold level to mid. 3 : Set the threshold level to deep. Weak signals will not automatically be recorded into memory. Push Automatic recording threshold level 2 (default) Automatic recording threshold level 3 30 Battery cautions Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following haz-

ards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of bat-

terys performance. 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 pres-

sure. 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. R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery pack in areas with temperatures above +60C (+140F). High temperature build-

up 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. Exces-

sive temperatures may also degrade battery performance or shorten battery life. R DANGER! NEVER incinerate a used battery pack since internal battery gas may cause a rupture or explosion. R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, sea-

water, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using. The battery by itself is not waterproof. BATTERY CHARGING 9 R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals, or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat generation, 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 equip-

ment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this instruc-

tion manual. R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean water, with-

out rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately. R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor. R WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the battery. R 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 specified tem-

perature range for the transceiver* and the battery itself

(20C to +60C; 4F to +140F).

* EXP/USA:

20C to +60C; 4F to +140F CHN/EUR/FRG/HOL/UK: 15C to +55C; +5F to +131F 10C to +55C; +14F to +131F AUS:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 31 9 BATTERY CHARGING Using the battery out of its specified temperature range will reduce the batterys performance and battery 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 tem-

perature range. CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive tem-

perature environment (above +50C; +122F) for an extended period of time. If the battery must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the radio after discharging. 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) 20C to +35C (4F to +95F) 20C to +20C (4F to +68F)

(within a month)

(within three months)

(within a year) BE SURE to replace the battery pack with a new one ap-

proximately five years after manufacturing, even if it still holds a charge. The inside battery material will become weak after a period of time, even with little use. The estimated number of times you can charge the battery is between 300 and 500. Even when the battery appears to be fully charged, the oper-

ating time of the radio may become short when:

Approximately five years have passed since the battery was manu-

factured. The battery has been repeatedly charged. 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 environ-

ments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging. R WARNING! NEVER charge the transceiver during a light-

ning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause a fire or damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the power adapt-

er before a storm. R WARNING! DO NOT 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 battery and transceiver

(battery attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the battery charger termi-

nals or damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof. CAUTION: DO NOT charge the battery outside of the speci-

fied temperature range: +10C to +40C (+50F to +104F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20C (+68F). The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the spec-

ified temperature range. Additionally, battery performance or battery life may be reduced. 32 Supplied battery charger D BC-210 installation To a desktop Supplied screws To a wall Supplied screws BATTERY CHARGING 9 D Charging q Connect the AC adapter as shown below. w Insert the battery pack with or without the transceiver into the charger. The charge indicator lights orange. e Charge the battery pack approximately 3 hours, depend-

ing on the remaining power level. The charge indicator lights green when charging is complete. Transceiver Turn OFF the transceiver power while charging. Battery pack OPC-515L* (for a 13.8 V power source) or the CP-25H (for a 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of the AC adapter. AC adapter q e w Eyelet:

Use a rubber band to secure the transceiver, if desired. For added stability Charger indicator R DANGER! Charge the BP-245H with only the specified chargers listed on page 43. Otherwise, it may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.

CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-515L to a power source using reverse polarity. This will ruin the battery charger. White line: Black line :

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 33 9 BATTERY CHARGING Optional battery chargers D AD-129 installation q Connect the 8-pin connector of the each charger slot to the AD-129 desktop charger adapters plug. w Install the adapter into the each charger slot in the direc-

tion of the arrow, then use the two supplied screws to se-

cure the adapter to the charger. Desktop charger adapter 8-pin connector D Rapid charging with the BC-197+BC-157S or OPC-656 The optional BC-197 with the BC-157S will simultaneously charge up to 6 Li-ion battery packs. The following items are additionally required. (Charging time: approximately 3 hours) Six AD-129 charger adapters An AC adapter (BC-157S) or the DC power cable (OPC-656) Battery pack Transceiver Turn OFF power NEVER transmit near the BC-197 or the AC adapter while charging. Supplied screws The charger adapters are installed in each slot. AC adapter

(An AC adapter is not supplied with some versions.) R DANGER! Charge the BP-245H with only the specified chargers listed on page 43. Otherwise, it may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst. 34 Status indicator

(each indicator independently functions) OPC-656*

DC power cable

DC power cable (OPC-656)

(Connect to a DC power supply: 12 to 16 V/at least 7 A) NEVER reverse the polarity when connecting the power cable to a power source. This will ruin the battery charger. Red line : + Black line : _ OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP 10 Detaching Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the Supplied screws arrow and pull out from the belt clip. Attaching q Screw the base clip to the back of the transceiver us-

ing the two screws (sup-

plied), as shown to the right. w Clip the belt clip over your belt and insert the transceiver. e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels. R CAUTION: HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY WHEN HANGING OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP. Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the belt clip or swivelled properly if the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 35 11 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE HM-167 descriptions Attaching HM-202 is also an optional speaker microphone. see the page 43 for details. Insert the speaker-mic connector onto the [SP MIC] connec-

tor and carefully screw it tight, as shown in the diagram below. Be careful not to cross-thread the connection. Set the triangle mark to the front side. CAUTION: Attach the speaker-

microphones connector securely to prevent accidental dropping, or water intrusion in the connector. Alligator type clip To attach the speaker-microphone to your shirt or collar. PTT switch Push to transmit. Release to receive. Microphone Speaker Turn OFF the transceiver power when connecting the HM-167. Detaching:

Pull up the cap in the direction of the arrow to detach it. Attaching:

Attach the cap in the direction of the arrow completely. NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the speak-

er-microphone, as shown in the diagram above. To maxi-

mize the readability of your transmitted signal (voice), hold the microphone approximately 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth, and speak in a normal voice level. 36 IMPORTANT: KEEP the transceivers [SP MIC] connector cap attached when the speaker-microphone is not in use. Water will not get into the transceiver even if the cover is not attached; however, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the con-

nector has become wet. TROUBLESHOOTING 12 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The transceiver does not turn ON. The battery is depleted or the safety/

protection circuit in the battery is activated. Recharge the battery pack. Bad connection to the battery pack. Check the connection to the transceiver. No sound from the speak-

er. Squelch level is too tight. Volume level is too low. Speaker has been exposed to water. Water has entered to [SP MIC] connector. Set squelch to the threshold point. Rotate [VOL] to set a suitable level. Hold down [F] to drain water from the speaker. Dry [SP MIC] connector. Some channels are for low power or receive Change channels. Transmitting is impossible, or high power can not be selected. only. The battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery pack. The battery is overcharged. The output power is set to low. The transceiver is over heated. Verify the battery voltage is correct. Push [H/LLOCK] to select high power. Turn OFF the power, leave it at room temperature for The displayed channel cannot be changed. Lock function is activated. Push [H/LLOCK] for 1 second to cancel the function. p. 12 Scan does not start. Favorite (TAG) channels are not programmed. Set the desired channels as Favorite (TAG) channels. No beeps. Beep tones are turned OFF. Set the beep tones to ON (Fix Beep/Preset) in the SET Does not record or does not record properly. The read/write capacity has been exceeded

(the recording counter displays 100 or more.

(p. 4)), or the memory is damaged. The memory IC should be replaced. Ask your technical dealer for service. The automatic recording threshold level is Set the automatic recording threshold level to shallow. p. 30 a while. mode. The weak signal is not recorded by the automatic recording function. CHARGE comment blinks too deep. The connected battery is depleted. Recharge the battery pack. REF. pp. 33, 34 p. 3 p. 13 p. 11 p. 13 pp. 11, 12, 4042 pp. 33, 34 p. 11 p. 15 p. 26 pp. 33, 34 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 37 13 SPECIFICATIONS Tx 156.025157.425 MHz Rx 156.050163.275 MHz FM (16K0G3E) IC-M73 D General Frequency coverage:

Mode:

Operating temperature range: 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Current drain (at 7.4 V):

(approximately) Power supply requirement:

Frequency stability:

Antenna impedance:

Dimensions (approximately):

(Projections not included) TX high Max. audio 7.4 V DC nominal (negative ground) 10 ppm (20C to +60C) 50 nominal 52.5(W) 125(H) 30(D) mm 2.0(W) 4.9(H) 1.2(D) inches 280 g/9.9 oz with BP-245H Weight (approximately):

1.5 A 0.45 A D Transmitter Output power:

Modulation system:

6 W/3 W/1 W Variable reactance frequency Max. frequency deviation:

Adjacent channel power:

Spurious emissions (typical):

modulation 5.0 kHz 70 dB 68 dBc D Receiver Sensitivity (typical) USA and EXP versions:

Squelch sensitivity (at threshold, typical):

0.35 V 38 Measurements made without an antenna. Intermodulation rejection ratio: 70 dB (typical) Spurious response rejection ratio: 70 dB (typical) Adjacent channel selectivity:

70 dB (typical) Audio output power (at 10% distortion with an 8 load):

0.35 W typical (External) 0.7 W typical (Internal) IC-M73EURO/IC-M73 (CHN version) D General Frequency coverage:

Tx 156.000161.450 MHz 156.000161.600 MHz (CHN) Rx 156.000163.425 MHz Mode:

FM (16K0G3E) Operating temperature range: 15C to +55C Current drain (approximately):

1.5 A Tx (6 W) Tx (1 W) 0.7 A Tx (0.5 W) 0.6 A Rx Max. audio 0.45 A 7.4 V DC nominal (negative ground) 1.5 kHz 50 nominal 52.5(W) 125(H) 30(D) mm Power supply requirement:

Frequency stability:

Antenna impedance:

Dimensions (approximately):

(Projections not included) 0.22 V (12 dB SINAD) Weight (approximately):

280 g with BP-245H D Transmitter Output power:

Modulation system:

Max. frequency deviation:

Adjacent channel power:

Spurious emissions:

6 W/3 W/1 W/0.5 W*

*German version only Variable reactance frequency modulation 5 kHz 70 dB 0.25 W 4 dB emf at 20 dB SINAD D Receiver Sensitivity (typical):

Squelch sensitivity (threshold): 5 dB emf (typical) Intermodulation rejection ratio:

68 dB Spurious response rejection ratio: 70 dB Adjacent channel selectivity:

70 dB Audio output power (at 10% distortion with an 8 load):

0.2 W (External) 0.7 W typical at 1 kHz (Internal) IC-M73EURO (AUS version) D General Frequency coverage:

Mode:

Operating temperature range:

Current drain (at 7.4 V):

(approximately) Tx 156.025157.425 MHz Rx 156.300162.025 MHz FM (16K0G3E) 10C to +55C TX high Max. audio 1.4 A 0.45 A SPECIFICATIONS 13 Power supply requirement:

Frequency stability:

Antenna impedance:

Dimensions (approximately):

(Projections not included) Weight (approximately):

7.4 V DC nominal (negative ground) 10 ppm (10C to +55C) 50 nominal 52.5(W) 125(H) 30(D) mm 2.0(W) 4.9(H) 1.2(D) inches 280 g/9.9 oz with BP-245H D Transmitter Output power:

Modulation system:

5 W/3 W/1 W Variable reactance frequency Max. frequency deviation:

Adjacent channel power:

Spurious emissions (typical):

modulation 5.0 kHz 70 dB 0.25 W 5 dB emf (20 dB SINAD) D Receiver Sensitivity (typical):

Squelch sensitivity (at threshold, typical):

6 dB emf Intermodulation rejection ratio:

65 dB Spurious response rejection ratio: 65 dB Adjacent channel selectivity:

65 dB Audio output power (at 10% distortion with an 8 load):

0.2 W (External) 0.7 W typical at 1 kHz (Internal) All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 39 14 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST D For IC-M73EURO (Except for AUS) International channels CH CH CH CH CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 01 156.050 160.650 11 156.550 156.550 21 157.050 161.650 02 156.100 160.700 12 156.600 156.600 22 157.100 161.700 03 156.150 160.750 13 156.650 156.650 23 157.150 161.750 04 156.200 160.800 14 156.700 156.700 24 157.200 161.800 05 156.250 160.850 15*1 156.750 156.750 25 157.250 161.850 06 156.300 156.300 16 156.800 156.800 26 157.300 161.900 07 156.350 160.950 17*1 156.850 156.850 27 157.350 161.950 08 156.400 156.400 18 156.900 161.500 28 157.400 162.000 09 156.450 156.450 19 156.950 161.550 10 156.500 156.500 20 157.000 161.600 31*2*3157.550 162.150 68 37A*4 157.850 157.850 69 Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 60 156.025 160.625 70 RX Only 156.525 80 157.025 161.625 61 156.075 160.675 71 156.575 156.575 81 157.075 161.675 62 156.125 160.725 72 156.625 156.625 82 157.125 161.725 63 156.175 160.775 73 156.675 156.675 83 157.175 161.775 64 156.225 160.825 74 156.725 156.725 84 157.225 161.825 65 156.275 160.875 75*2 156.775 156.775 85 157.275 161.875 66 156.325 160.925 76*2 156.825 156.825 86 157.325 161.925 67 156.375 156.375 77 156.875 156.875 87 157.375 157.375 88 157.425 157.425 156.425 156.425 78 156.925 161.525 156.475 156.475 79 156.975 161.575 CH CH 19A 20A 78A 79A 19b 20b 78b Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 156.950 156.950 157.000 157.000 156.925 156.925 156.975 156.975 161.550 RX Only 161.600 RX Only 161.525 RX Only RX Only 161.575 79b P4*4 161.425 161.425

*1 Channels 15 and 17 may also be used for on-board communications provided the effective radiated power does not exceed 1 W, and subject to the national regulations of the administration concerned when these channels are used in its territorial waters.

*2 The output power is limited to low power (1 W). The use of these chan-

nels should be restricted to navigation-related communications only and all precautions should be taken to avoid harmful interference to channel 16, e.g. by means geographical separation.

*3 For only the HOL version.

*4 UK Marina Channels: M1=37A (157.850 MHz), M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for only the UK version. The channels from 19A to 79b after channel 88 represent the 4-digit channels listed below:

19A = 1019 20A = 1020 20b = 2020 19b = 2019 78A = 1078 78b = 2078 79A = 1079 79b = 2079 40 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST 14 D For IC-M73EURO (Only for UK) USA channels Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 156.050 156.050 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.400 156.450 156.450 156.500 156.500 156.550 156.550 156.600 156.600 156.650 156.650 156.700 156.700 CH 15*2 16 17*1 18A 19A 20 20A 21A 22A 23A 24 Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 156.750 156.750 156.800 156.800 156.850 156.850 156.900 156.900 156.950 156.950 157.000 161.600 157.000 157.000 157.050 157.050 157.100 157.100 157.150 157.150 157.200 161.800 CH 25 26 27 28 37A*3 63A 65A 66A 67*1 68 69 Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 157.250 161.850 157.300 161.900 157.350 161.950 157.400 162.000 157.850 157.850 156.175 156.175 156.275 156.275 156.325 156.325 156.375 156.375 156.425 156.425 156.475 156.475 CH 01A 05A 06 07A 08 09 10 11 12 13*1 14 Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 156.575 156.575 156.625 156.625 156.675 156.675 156.725 156.725 156.875 156.875 156.925 156.925 156.975 156.975 157.025 157.025 157.075 157.075 157.125 157.125 157.175 157.175 CH 71 72 73 74 77*1 78A 79A 80A 81A 82A 83A Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 157.225 161.825 157.275 161.875 157.325 161.925 157.375 161.975 157.425 162.025 161.425 161.425 CH 84 85 86 87 88 P4*3

*1 Low power only.

*2 RX only.

*3 UK Marina Channels: M1=37A (157.850 MHz), M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for only the UK version. NOTE: Simplex channels, 21, 23, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in USA waters. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 41 14 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST D For IC-M73 and IC-M73EURO (AUS) 05 01 01A 06 07 02 03 01A*6 07A*6 05A*6 INT 01 02 03 04 05A 06 Channel number Frequency (MHz) CAN Transmit Receive USA 156.050 160.650 156.050 156.050 156.100 160.700 156.150 160.750 156.200 160.800 04A 156.200 156.200 156.250 160.850 05A 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 06 156.350 160.950 07A 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.400 08 09 156.450 156.450 156.500 156.500 10 156.550 156.550 11 12 156.600 156.600 13*1 156.650 156.650 156.700 156.700 14 15*1 156.750 156.750 16 156.800 156.800 17*1 156.850 156.850 156.900 161.500 18A 156.900 156.900 156.950 161.550 19A 156.950 156.950 20*1 157.000 161.600 157.000 157.000 157.050 161.650 07A 08 09 10 11 12 13*1 14 15*4 16 17*1 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15*3 16 17*2 18 19A 20 20A 18A*6 18A 20 19 21 28 28 28 22 23 22A 22A*6 27A*6 28A*6 24 25 26 27 INT 21A*6 23A 24 25 26 27 23A*6 24*7 25*7 26*7 27 Channel number Frequency (MHz) CAN Transmit Receive USA 21A 157.050 157.050 21A 157.100 161.700 22A 157.100 157.100 157.150 161.750 23 157.150 157.150 157.200 161.800 157.250 161.850 157.300 161.900 157.350 161.950 157.350 157.350 157.400 162.000 157.400 157.400 156.025 160.625 156.075 160.675 61A 156.075 156.075 156.125 160.725 62A 156.125 156.125 156.175 160.775 63A 156.175 156.175 64 156.225 160.825 64A 156.225 156.225 156.275 160.875 65A*1 156.275 156.275 156.325 160.925 66A*1 156.325 156.325 156.375 156.375 156.425 156.425 156.475 156.475 66A 67*1 68 69 67 68 69 67 68 69 63A*6 66A*6 65A*6 60 61 63A 65A 60 64 62 63 65 66 80 79 80A 79A 78A 77*1 80A*6 INT 71 72 73 74 75*3 76*3 77 78 Channel number Frequency (MHz) USA CAN Transmit Receive 156.575 156.575 71 71 156.625 156.625 72 72 156.675 156.675 73 73 74 74 156.725 156.725 75*1 156.775 156.775 76*1 156.825 156.825 77*1 156.875 156.875 156.925 161.525 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 157.125 157.125 157.175 161.775 83A 157.175 157.175 157.225 161.825 84 157.275 161.875 85 157.325 161.925 86 157.375 161.975 87 157.425 162.025 88 156.950 156.950 157.000 157.000 156.925 156.925 156.975 156.975 83A*6 84*7 85*7 86*7 87 88 19A 20A 78A 79A 83A 84 85 86 87 88 82A*6 81A*6 82A 81A 81 83 82 INT 19b*5 20b*5 Channel number Frequency (MHz) CAN Transmit Receive USA 161.550 161.550 161.600 161.600 21b RX only 161.650 23b RX only 161.750 25b RX only 161.850 28b RX only 162.000 161.525 161.525 161.575 161.575 83b RX only 161.775 78b*5 79b*5 The channels from 19A to 79b after channel 88 represent the 4-digit channels listed below:

19A = 1019 19b = 2019 20A = 1020 20b = 2020 78A = 1078 78b = 2078 79A = 1079 79b = 2079 NOTE: Simplex channels, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CAN-

NOT be lawfully used by the general public in USA waters.

*1 Low power only. *2 Low power only for the CHN version.

*3 Low power only. (Except for the AUS version)

*4 RX only. *5 RX only. (Except for the CHN version)

*6 For only the USA and EXP version. *7 For only the AUS and CHN version. 42 OPTIONS 15 D BATTERY CASE AND PACK BP-245H Li-ion battery pack The same as supplied with the transceiver. Voltage Capacity : 2150 mAh (minimum)/2200 mAh (typical)

: 7.2 V D CHARGERS BC-210 desktop charger + BC-123SA/SE/SV ac adapter For rapid charging of battery packs. The same as supplied with the transceiver. An AC adapter is supplied with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: Approximately 3 hours BC-197 multi-charger + AD-129 charger adapter (6 pcs.)

+ BC-157S ac adapter OPC-515L/OPC-656 dc power cables Charges the battery pack using 13.8 V power source instead of the AC adapter. OPC-515L: For BC-210 OPC-656 : For BC-197 D BELT CLIPS MB-103 belt clip The same as supplied with the transceiver. MB-86 swivel belt clip Belt clip for swivel type. MB-96N/MB-96F/MB-96FL leather belt hanger For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-129s are required) simultaneously. An AC adapter should be purchased separately. D OTHER OPTIONS HM-167 speaker-microphone Full sized waterproof speaker-microphone including alligator type Charging time: Approximately 3 hours. clip to attach to your shirt or collar, etc. HM-202 speaker-microphone The HM-202 meets IP67 requirements for waterproof protection. Once the item has been dropped, the waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the case or the waterproof seals. FA-S59V*/FA-S64V flexible antennas

*Except for the AUS version. D DC CABLES CP-25H cigarette lighter cable The same as supplied with some of the transceiver versions. Specification: 12 V DC/1 A NOTE: The CP-25H is equipped with a 2 A fuse. If the fuse blows, replace it with a new rated fuse. DO NOT use a fuse with amp ratings other than this rating. Fuse CP-25H : (2 A / 250 V) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 43 INDEX A About the function mode .................................................................17 AD-129 installation .........................................................................34 Adjusting the squelch level .............................................................13 AquaQuake water draining function................................................13 ATIS code confirmation...................................................................23 ATIS code programming .................................................................23 Attaching ...................................................................................35, 36 Attachments ......................................................................................2 Automatic recording function ..........................................................19 Automatic recording threshold level ................................................30 Auto power save function................................................................28 Auto scan function ..........................................................................27 AVERTISSEMENT POUR LES OPRATEURS RADIO .................. iv Backlight function .....................................................................24, 27 BASIC OPERATION .........................................................................8 BATTERY CASE AND PACK ..........................................................43 Battery caution ...............................................................................31 BATTERY CHARGING ...................................................................31 Battery pack......................................................................................3 BC-210 installation .........................................................................33 Beep tone function ..........................................................................26 Belt clip .......................................................................................3, 43 Call channel ......................................................................................8 Call channel programming ..............................................................12 Channel 16 .......................................................................................8 Channel name programming ..........................................................21 Channel name scroll type ...............................................................28 Channel naming function ................................................................21 Channel selection .............................................................................8 CHARGERS ...................................................................................43 Charging .........................................................................................33 Charging caution ............................................................................32 B C D 44 DC CABLES ...................................................................................43 Description......................................................................................16 Detaching .......................................................................................35 DISPOSAL ......................................................................................... i Dual/Tri-watch function ...................................................................27 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH .............................................................16 Entering the function mode.............................................................17 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ................................................................... i FCC INFORMATION ........................................................................ v Flexible antenna ...............................................................................2 Front, top and side panels ................................................................4 Function display ................................................................................6 FUNCTION MODE ITEMS .............................................................17 FUNCTION MODE OPERATION ...................................................17 General .....................................................................................38, 39 Handstrap .........................................................................................2 HM-167 descriptions.......................................................................36 IMPORTANT ...................................................................................... i IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............................................................ vi LCD contrast selection ...................................................................28 Lock function ..................................................................................12 E F G H I L M N O P R Manual recording function ..............................................................18 Monitor function ..............................................................................12 Monitor key action...........................................................................27 NORMAL SCAN .............................................................................14 Opening comment entry function ...................................................22 Opening comment programming ....................................................22 OPERATING RULES ........................................................................1 Operation ........................................................................................16 Optional battery chargers ...............................................................34 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE .........................................36 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP ................................................... 35 OPTIONS .......................................................................................43 OTHER OPTIONS ..........................................................................43 PANEL DESCRIPTION .....................................................................4 Play back function...........................................................................20 PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................ ii Priorities ...........................................................................................1 PRIORITY SCAN ............................................................................14 Priority scan function ......................................................................26 Privacy ..............................................................................................1 Radio licenses ..................................................................................1 RADIO OPERATOR WARNING ...................................................... iii Rapid charging with the BC-197+BC-157S or OPC-656 ................34 Receiver ...................................................................................38, 39 Receiving and transmitting .............................................................11 RECOMMENDATION ...................................................................... vi INDEX RX bass boost function ...................................................................29 RX Noise Cancel function ...............................................................29 S SCAN OPERATION ........................................................................14 Scan resume timer .........................................................................26 Scan types ......................................................................................14 Scrolling speed ...............................................................................28 SET MODE .....................................................................................25 SET MODE ITEMS ...................................................................25, 26 SET mode operation .......................................................................25 SET mode programming ................................................................25 Setting Favorite channels ...............................................................15 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................38 Starting a scan ...............................................................................15 Supplied accessories........................................................................2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS .........................2 Supplied battery charger ................................................................33 Transmitter ................................................................................38, 39 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................37 TX bass boost function ...................................................................29 TX Noise Cancel function ...............................................................29 Usable characters ...........................................................................21 U.S.A., International, Canadian and ATIS channels .........................9 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST .......................................................40 Weather alert function ....................................................................26 Weather channels ...........................................................................10 T U V W 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 45 MEMO 46 MEMO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 47 A7070D-1EX-9a Printed in Japan 20132018 Icom Inc. 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O ICOM Model:IC-M73 eS) = a FCC ID: AFJ349510 IC: 202D-349510 HVIN: 349510-01 Icom Inc. MADE IN JAPAN SSS ee eT 9 ICOM__Model:IC-M73 PLUS TEES ea T Pare COREL

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Icom Inc. 16-19, Kamikuratsukun,Hirano-ku,Osaka Japan. Phone : +81 6 6793 8424 Fax: +81 66793 3336 e-mail: world_support@icom.co.jp URL : http:/Awww.icom.co.jpAworld Date: February 18, 2020 To Whom It May Concern Subject: Authority to Act as an Agent Applicant: Icom Incorporated Product: VHF transceiver Model: IC-M73 FCC ID: AFJ349510 Dear Sir/Madam, We hereby appoint UltraTech Engineering Labs Inc. (UltraTech) to act as our agent in preparation of this application for authorization of above equipment under F.C.C. Rules. We hereby certify that neither the application nor any party to the application is subject to a denial of Federal benefits, that include FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. 862 because of a conviction for possession or distribution of a controlled substance. See 47 CRF 1.2002(b) for the definition of a party for these purposes. We also certify that the information provided, property describe the device or system for which authorization is required. Best regards Icom Incorporated Atsushi Tomiyama General Manager of Quality Assurance Department

 

 

Icom Inc. 1-6-19,Kamikuratsukuri, Hirano-ku,Osaka Japan. Phone : +81 6 6793 8424 Fax : +81 66793 3336

&mail: world_support@icom.co.jp URL : http:/Awww.icom.co.jp/world Date: February 18, 2020 To Whom It May Concern Subject: Confidentiality and Short-Term Confidentiality Letter Applicant: Icom Incorporated FCC ID: AFJ349510 Dear Sir/Madam: -

The applicant would like to request the following documents submitted with this application for certification be withheld from public disclosure as per Section 0.457 & 0.459 of FCC Rules. Confidential Operational Description Block Diagram Schematics Parts List Tuning Info AQPoNn>

Short-Term Confidential for 120 days 6. External Photos 7. Internal Photos 8. Users Manual The above materials contain trade secrets and proprietary information not customarily released to the public. The public disclosure of these materials may be harmful to the applicant and provide unjustified benefits to its competitors. The applicant understands that pursuant to Section 0.457 of the Rules, disclosure of this application and all accompanying documentation shall not be made. Regards Icom Incorporated Atsushi Tomiyama General Manager of Quality Assurance Department

 

 

March 16, 2020 Ultratech Engineering Labs, Inc. 3000 Bristol Circle Oakville, Ontario L6H 6G4 Subject:

Equipment Authorization under FCC 47 CFR, Parts 2, 80 (Marine in 156.025-157.425 MHz Band) - Non-Broadcast Radio Transceivers. ICOM Incorporated VHF Marine Transceiver IC-M73 AFJ349510 Applicant:

Product:

Model:

FCC ID:

Dear Sir/Madam:

As appointed agent for ICOM Incorporated, we submit the application for FCC certification of the above product. Kindly review all required documents uploaded to your E-Filing Site. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. Yours truly, Santhosh Fernandez Santhosh Fernandez Authorized Agent FCC TCB & ISED CB APEC TEL #CA0001 1309 CA 0001/2049 AT-1945 SL2-IN-E-1119R Korea KCC-RRL CA0001 3000 Bristol Circle, Oakville, Ontario, Canada L6H 6G4 Tel.: (905) 829-1570 Fax.: (905) 829-8050 Website: www.ultratech-labs.com Email: vic@ultratech-labs.com

 

 

Icom Inc. 1-6-19, Kamikuratsukuri, Hirano-ku,Osaka Japan. Phone : +81 6 6793 8424 Fax : +816 6793 3336 email: world_support@icom.co.jp URL : http:/Awww.icom.co.jpAvond Date: February 18, 2020 To Whom It May Concern Subject: Manufactures Letter Applicant: Icom Incorporated Product: VHF transceiver Model: IC-M73 FCC ID: AFJ349510 Dear Sir/Madam, Please be advised that the manufacture will ensure that the above-referenced model will be manufactured in accordance with the FCC Rules and Regulations. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Icom Incorporated Atsushi Tomiyama General Manager of Quality Assurance Department

 

 

Icom Inc. 1-6-19, Kamikuratsukuri, Hirano-ku,Osaka Japan. Phone : +81 6 6793 8424 Fax: +81 6 6793 3336 email: world_support@icom.co.jp URL : hitp:/Avwww.icom.co.jp/world Date: February 18, 2020 To Whom It May Concern Subject: FCC Part80 Letter Applicant: Icom Incorporated Product: Marine transceiver Model: IC-M73 FCC ID: AFJ349510 Dear Sir/Madam, This equipment meets the requirements of the FCC Rules, Parts 80.203(b)3, as applicable. Programming of this products transmit frequencies can be performed ONLY by the manufacturer or by service or by maintenance personal. The operator cannot program transmit frequencies using the equipments external operation controls. Best regards Icom Incorporated Atsushi Tomiyama General Manager of Quality Assurance Department

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For USA Only Suppliers Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR 2.1077 Compliance Information Unique Identifier:

Trade Name : ICOM Model Name: : IC-M73 Responsible party:

Company name : Icom America Inc. Address : 12421 Willows Road NE Kirkland, WA 98034 U.S. Contact Information: 800-usa-icom (800-872-4266) Monday - Friday 7AM to 5PM PST FCC Compliance Statement:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.