INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVERS iM85 iM85E This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Thank you for choosing this Icom product. This product 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 instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M85 and IC-M85E. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS DEFINITION WORD IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 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. 2. 3. MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY. THIS IS ............... (name of vessel). Say your call sign or other description of the vessel
(AND 9 digit DSC ID if you have one). LOCATED AT ............... (your position). State the nature of the distress and assistance required. Give any other information which might facilitate the rescue. 4. 5. 6. sion may occur. RDANGER! Personal death, serious injury or an explo-
RWARNING! Personal injury, fire hazard or electric CAUTION shock may occur. Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. NOTE i PRECAUTIONS R DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Shorting may occur if the terminals touch metal objects such as a key, so be careful when placing the battery packs (or the transceiver) in bags, and so on. Carry them so that shorting cannot occur with metal objects. Shorting may damage not only the battery pack, but also the transceiver. R DANGER! NEVER use or charge Icom battery packs with non-
Icom transceivers or non-Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom transceivers or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst. R DANGER! NEVER operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. R WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. The continuous high volume operation may cause a ringing in your ears. If you experience the ringing, reduce the volume level or discontinue use. CAUTION: DO NOT use harsh solvents such as Benzine or alcohol when cleaning. This could damage the equipment surfaces. If the surface becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. CAUTION: DO NOT place or leave the transceiver in excessively dusty environments. This could damage the transceiver. CAUTION: DO NOT expose the transceiver to heavy rain, and never immerse it in water. The transceiver meets IP67 requirements for dust-protection and splash resistance. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, dust protection and splash resistance cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, and so on. DO NOT place or leave the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below 30C (22F) or above +60C (+140F). Keep the transceiver in a secure place to prevent use by unauthorized persons. FCC caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. (USA only) Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or performance of any Icom or non-Icom equipment, if the malfunction is because of:
Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earthquakes, 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. Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated
(Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. ii PRCAUTIONS R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS court-circuiter les bornes du bloc-batterie. Un court-circuit peut se produire si les bornes touchent des objets mtalliques, tels que des cls, faites donc attention lorsque vous rangez des blocs-batteries (ou lmetteur-
rcepteur) dans des sacs, etc. Transportez-les de telle sorte que des courts-circuits ne peuvent se produire avec des objets mtalliques.Car cela peut endommager le bloc-batterie ainsi que l'metteur-rcepteur. Utilisez et chargez uniquement les packs batterie Icom spcifis avec les terminaux Icom ou les chargeurs Icom. Seuls les packs batterie Icom sont tests et homologus pour une utilisation avec les terminaux Icom ou tre chargs avec les chargeurs Icom. L'utilisation de packs batterie ou de chargeurs tiers ou de contrefaon peut tre l'origine de fumes, d'incendie ou faire clater la batterie. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS tenir le terminal de communication avec l'antenne place proximit immdiate ou en contact avec des parties du corps exposes, en particulier le visage ou les yeux, lors des transmissions.Les performances de la radio sont optimales quand le microphone est tenu entre 5 et 10 cm de la bouche de lutilisateur et quand lappareil est vertical. R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS utiliser l'metteur-rcepteur avec un casque ou tout autre accessoire audio un niveau sonore lev. Lutilisation continue un niveau sonore lev peut provoquer un bourdonnement dans vos oreilles. NE PAS utiliser l'metteur-rcepteur proximit de dtonateurs lectriques non blinds ou dans une atmosphre explosive. iii NE PAS utiliser de dissolvants agressifs tels que du Benzne ou de l'alcool lors du nettoyage, car ils endommageraient les surfaces de l'metteur-rcepteur. Si l'metteur-rcepteur est poussireux ou sale, nettoyez-le avec un tissu doux et sec. NE PAS placer l'metteur-rcepteur dans des environnements excessivement poussireux. Cela pourrait endommager l'metteur-
rcepteur. CONSERVEZ l'metteur-rcepteur l'abri des fortes pluies et ne le plongez jamais dans l'eau. Cet metteur-rcepteur rpond aux exigences de la norme IP57 en matire de protection contre la poussire et de rsistance aux claboussures. Cependant, en cas de chute de l'metteur-rcepteur, la protection contre la poussire et la rsistance aux claboussures ne peuvent plus tre garanties, car le boitier risque d'tre fissur ou le joint d'tanchit endommag, etc. NE PAS placer ou laisser lmetteur-rcepteur en plein soleil ou dans un environnement soumis des tempratures infrieures 10 C ou suprieures +60 C. Placez lmetteur-rcepteur dans un lien sr pour viter toute utilisation par des personnes non autorises. RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY IN A BOWL OF FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operating. Otherwise, the transceivers keys, switches, and controllers may become unusable, due to salt crystallization, and/or the charging terminals of the battery pack may corrode. TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: If the transceivers waterproof protection appears defective, carefully clean it with a soft, damp (fresh water) cloth, then dry it before operating. The transceiver may lose its waterproof protection if the case, jack cap, or connector cover is cracked or broken, or the transceiver has been dropped. Contact your Icom distributor or your dealer for advice. vi 1 OPERATING RULES 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 lawfully 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 government agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license application. This government-issued license states the call sign which is your crafts identification for radio purposes. 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 regulations 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 regulations. NOTE: Even though the transceiver is capable of operation 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. ACCESSORIES 2 Attaching accessories D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector. Supplied accessories Antenna Belt clip Handstrap Battery pack Connector cover
(With a screw) Battery charger Power adapter
(For Battery charger) NOTE:
Some accessories are not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver version. Confirm both battery sliding locks are locked in place, when attaching the battery pack or the battery case to the transceiver. Both sliding locks make a click sound when locked. Before using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. See Section 4 for battery charging. CAUTION:
DO NOT carry the transceiver by holding only the antenna. DO NOT connect an antenna other than those listed in the INSTRUCTIONS. Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 2 2 ACCESSORIES D Battery pack To attach:
1. 2. Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. (q) Push the battery pack until the battery sliding locks make a click sound. (w) Battery sliding locks To detach:
1. Push both battery sliding locks in the direction of the arrow. (z) Push the battery pack until the battery sliding locks make a click sound. (x) 2. z x z w Battery pack q q CAUTION: DO NOT attach or detach the battery pack when the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust getting into the transceiver/ battery pack and may damage the transceiver. 3 NOTE: Keep the battery pack terminals clean. Its a good idea to occasionally clean them. D Belt clip To attach:
1. Remove the battery pack from the transceiver, if it is attached. Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip is locked and makes a click sound. 2. Belt clip ACCESSORIES 2 To detach:
Lift the tab up (q), and slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow (w). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 4 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels Antenna Connector
!2 q w e r t Microphone
!1
!0 o i u y Speaker
]
q LOCK KEY [
Hold down for 1 second to lock or unlock the keypad. w PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Hold down to transmit, release to receive. e CHANNEL 16/CALL CHANNEL KEY [16/C]
z Push to select Channel 16. z Hold down for 1 second to select the Call channel. r SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT KEY [SQL]
Push to enter the Squelch adjustment mode. 5 t TRANSMIT POWER KEY [H/L]
Push to enter the Squelch adjustment mode. z Push to set the power level to high, middle, or low. L Some channels are set to only low power. y FAVORITE CHANNEL KEY [FAV]
z Push to select a Favorite channel. z Hold down for 1 second to set or clear the selected channel as a Favorite channel. u SCAN/DUALWATCH KEY [SCAN]/[DUAL]
z Push to start or stop a scan. z Hold down for 1 second to start or stop the Dualwatch*. L The key assignment may differs, depending on the presetting.
*Tri-watch starts, depending on the Set mode settings. i WEATHER CHANNEL/ CHANNEL GROUP KEY
[CH/WX]/[U/I/C/L]
z Push to enter or exit the Weather Channel Selection mode. o MULTI-CONNECTOR
!0 STATUS INDICATOR z Hold down for 1 second to change the channel group. Connects to an optional speaker microphone or headset. z Lights red while transmitting. z Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is open.
!1 VOLUME/POWER SWITCH [VOL]
z Rotate to turn the transceiver ON or OFF. z Rotate to adjust the audio output level.
!2 TUNING DIAL [DIAL]
z Rotate to select a channel. Function display PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 CALL SCAN NARROW ICON Displayed when the narrow channel spacing is selected in the land channel group. SCAN INDICATOR Blinks while scanning. CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR Displayed when the call channel is selected. DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATOR Displayed during Dualwatch or Tri-watch. DUPLEX INDICATOR Displayed when a Duplex channel is selected. LOCK ICON Displayed when the Lock function is ON. CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR INT/USA/CAN/LAND/ATIS Displays the selected channel group. WX ICON (For only the USA version) Displayed when the Weather channel is selected. DUAL/TRI DUP MID/LOW TRANSMIT POWER INDICATOR Displayed when low power or middle power is selected. VOX INDICATOR VOX Displayed when the VOX function is ON. VOICE SCRAMBLER INDICATOR Displayed when the Voice scrambler is ON. MAN DOWN ICON Displayed when the Man Down function is ON. LONE WORKER ICON Displayed when the Lone Worker function is ON. BATTERY INDICATOR Displays the battery status. SCRM Battery status Indication Full Mid Charging required Battery exhausted 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 6 4 BATTERY CHARGING Battery caution Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery performance. R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals, or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat generation, and the battery may burst, emit smoke or catch fire. R DANGER! NEVER place or leave battery packs in areas with temperatures above +60C (+140F). High temperature buildup in the battery cells, such as could occur near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause the battery cells to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures may also degrade the battery packs performance or shorten the battery cells life. R DANGER! NEVER strike or otherwise impact the battery pack. Do not use the battery pack if it has been severely impacted or dropped, or if the pack has been subjected to heavy pressure. Battery pack damage may not be visible on the outside of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may rupture or catch fire. R DANGER! NEVER expose the battery pack to rain, snow, seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet pack. If the pack gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using. 7 R DANGER! NEVER place or leave battery packs near fire. Fire or heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of used battery packs in accordance with local regulations. R DANGER! NEVER let fluid from inside the battery get in your eyes. This can cause blindness. Rinse your eyes with clean water, without rubbing them, and immediately go to a doctor. R WARNING! NEVER put the battery pack in a microwave oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the battery cells to rupture. R WARNING! NEVER use the battery pack if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor. R WARNING! NEVER Iet fluid from inside the battery cells come in contact with your body. If it does, immediately wash with clean water. CAUTION: DO NOT use the battery pack out of the specified temperature range for the transceiver (30C
~ +60C (22F ~ +140F)) and the battery itself (20C
~ +60C (4F ~ +140F)). Using the battery out of its specified temperature range will reduce its performance and battery cells life. Please note that the specified temperature range of the battery may exceed that of the transceiver. In such cases, the transceiver may not work properly because it is out of its operating temperature range. New2001 Battery caution (continued) CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive temperature environment (above +50C (+122F)) for an extended period of time. If the battery pack must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the transceiver after discharging. You may use the battery pack until the remaining capacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool and dry place at the following temperature range:
20C ~ +50C (4F ~ +122F) (within a month) 20C ~ +40C (4F ~ +104F) (within three months) 20C ~ +20C (4F ~ +68F) (within a year) BE SURE to replace the battery pack with a new one approximately five years after manufacturing, even if it still holds a charge. The 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 operating time of the transceiver may become short when:
Approximately 5 years have passed since the battery was manufactured. The battery has been repeatedly charged. BATTERY CHARGING 4 Charging caution R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such environments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging. R WARNING! NEVER charge the transceiver during a lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause a fire or damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the power adapter before a storm. R WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the battery in the battery charger beyond the specified time for charging. If the battery is not completely charged by the specified time, stop charging and remove the battery from the battery charger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery may rupture. R WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof. CAUTION: NEVER charge the battery outside of the specified temperature range: BC-214 (16C ~ 40C
(60.8F ~ 104F)). Otherwise, the charging time will be longer, but the battery will not reach a full charge. While charging, at a point after the temperature goes out of the specified range, the charging will automatically stop. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 8 New2001 4 BATTERY CHARGING Battery charger D Supplied battery charger Charging time: approximately 3 hours D Optional BC-226 desktop charger Charging time: approximately 3 hours Battery pack Turn OFF Battery pack Power adapter*
Power adapter*
Battery charger*
Status indicator Turn OFF BC-226 Status indicator
* May not be supplied, or the shape may be different, depending on the version. L To connect the power adapter to the charger, remove the chargers left cover. 9 Connecting BC-226 together You can connect up to 6 BC-226 together. 1. Remove the chargers right cover. (q) 2. Snap the DC power plug to the another chargers DC power jack. (w) WARNING: DO NOT connect more than 7 chargers together. It may result in an electric shock, cause a fire, overheating, or damage chargers. BATTERY CHARGING 4 D Information Status indicator information Light color Orange Green Status Charging Charging is completed. Blinks orange and green Charging failed. It may have some problems. NOTE:
The transceiver MUST be turned OFF while charging. Otherwise:
- The battery will not be charged correctly.
- The battery life may be shortened. Do not transmit while charging. When you need to transmit, remove the transceiver from the charger, and then turn ON the power. If the battery pack does not properly charge when it is attached to the transceiver, remove it from the transceiver and insert only the battery pack into the charger. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 10 5 BASIC OPERATION Selecting a channel D Channel 16 Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communications. Channel 16 is automatically monitored during both dualwatch and tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16. z Push [16/C] to select Channel 16. z Push [DIAL] to return to the condition before selecting Channel 16, or rotate {DIAL] to select the operating channel D Call channel Each regular channel group has a separate call channel. In addition, each call channel is monitored during tri-watch. The call channels can be reprogrammed and are used to store your most often used channels in each channel group for quick recall. z Push [16/C] for 2 sec. to select the call channel in the selected channel group. 11 BASIC OPERATION 5 D Selecting channel group Choose the appropriate channel group for your operating area, and then select a desired channel. z Hold down [CH/WXU/I/C/L] for 2 seconds to select the channel group. D Weather channels For the USA version, the transceiver has 10 preset Weather channels. You can use these channels to monitor broadcasts from the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The transceiver automatically detects a Weather alert tone on the selected weather channel, or while scanning. 1. Hold down [CH/WXU/I/C/L] for 2 seconds to select the channel group. 2. Rotate [DIAL] to select a Weather channel. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 12 IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your transmitted signal at a receiver station, pause a second after pushing [PTT], and then hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm from your mouth and speak at your normal voice level. NOTE: The transceiver has a Power Save function to conserve the battery power and it cannot be turned OFF. The Power Save function automatically activates when no signal is received for 5 seconds. For USA version: To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, the transceiver has a time-out timer function. This timer cuts the transmission OFF after 5 minutes of continuous transmission. 5 BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. 1. Rotate [VOL] clockwise to turn ON the power. Adjust the squelch to mute any audio noise if 2. necessary. 3. Rotate [VOL] to set the volume level. 4. Rotate [DIAL] to select a channel. While receiving a signal, the status indicator lights green, and audio is heard from the speaker. L Further adjustment of [VOL] may be necessary at this point. L Push [H/L] to select the output power if necessary. LOW is displayed when low power is selected, MID is displayed when middle power is selected, no indication is displayed when high power is selected. Choose Low power to conserve the battery power, choose High power for long range communications. L Some channels are restricted to Low power only. Hold down [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the microphone. The status indicator lights red while transmitting. 5. 13 Adjusting the squelch level The transceiver has a squelch circuitry. In order to receive the signals properly, as well as for the efficient scan, the squelch must be adjusted to the proper level. 1. Push [SQL]. 2. Rotate [DIAL] to adjust the squelch level. L When no key is pushed for 5 seconds, the transceiver returns to the normal condition. 3. Push [SQL] again to return to the normal condition. Automatic backlight This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The automatic backlight can be activated in the Set mode. z Push any key except [PTT] to turn ON the backlight. L The backlight is automatically turned OFF after 5 seconds of inactivity. BASIC OPERATION 5 2. Setting the Call channel The Call channel key is used to select Channel 9 by default, however, you can set your most often-used channels in each channel group for quick recall. 1. Hold down [CH/WXU/I/C/L] for 1 second several times to select the desired channel group (USA, INT, CAN) to be used. Hold down [16/C] for 1 second to select the Call channel. CALL and Call channel number appear. Hold down [16/C] again for 3 seconds (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to enter Call channel programming condition. Call channel number to be programmed flashes. 4. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel. 5. Push [16/C] to program the displayed channel as the Call channel. The Call channel number stops blinking. 3. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 6 SET MODE Using the Set mode You can set seldom changed settings in the Set mode. You can customize the transceiver settings to suit your preference and operating style. 1. Turn OFF the power. 2. While holding down [SQL], turn ON the power to enter the Set mode. the beep item is displayed. 3. Push [SQL] to select the item. 4. Rotate [DIAL] to select the option. 5. Push [16/C] to exit the Set mode. Set mode items Beep [bEEP]
WX Alert [ALrt]
Scan Type [Prio]
Scan Timer [S_ti]
Auto Scan [Auto]
Dual/Tri-watch [ dt ]
SQL Key Action
[SqLS]
Backlight [A_bL]
Contrast [Lcdc]
Power Save [P_SA]
CH Display [CH_I]
CH Display [CH_U]
CH Display [CH_C]
CH Display [CH_L]
SCRM Code [codE]
VOX Gain [gAIn]
VOX Delay [dELA]
AquaQuake Action
[Aq_A]
Man Down Alarm
[do_A]
15 LAND (PMR) Channel Group A max. of 22 free LAND mobile channels (allocated 146.000 to 174.000 MHz) can be programmed into the LAND channel group for simple communication with PMR transceivers in the VHF band. Moreover, any of the marine channels in the INT and USA channel groups can be programmed. The default setting of the LAND channel group is the same as that of the INT channel group. Ask your local Icom dealer for the LAND channel group setting and PMR frequency programming details. z Hold down [CH/WXU/I/C/L] for 2 seconds to select the channel group. LAND appears when LAND (PMR) channel group is selected. z Rotate [DIAL] to select a channel. DUP appears for duplex channels. LAND CHANNEL 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 About CE and DOC Versions of the IC-M85E which have the CE symbol on the product, comply with the essential requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive, 2014/53/EU, and the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive, 2011/65/EU. 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. INFORMATION 8 Country code list ISO 3166-1 Country 1 Austria 2 Belgium 3 Bulgaria 4 Croatia 5 Czech Republic 6 Cyprus 7 Denmark 8 Estonia 9 Finland 10 France 11 Germany 12 Greece 13 Hungary 14 Iceland 15 Ireland 16 Italy 17 Latvia Codes AT BE BG HR CZ CY DK EE FI FR DE GR HU IS IE IT LV Codes Country LI 18 Liechtenstein LT 19 Lithuania LU 20 Luxembourg MT 21 Malta NL 22 Netherlands NO 23 Norway PL 24 Poland PT 25 Portugal RO 26 Romania SK 27 Slovakia SI 28 Slovenia ES 29 Spain SE 30 Sweden CH 31 Switzerland 32 Turkey TR 33 United Kingdom GB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 14 15 16 17 8 INFORMATION FCC information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Information FCC Cet quipement a t test et reconnu conforme aux limites fixes pour un appareil numrique de classe A, conformment au point 15 de la rglementation FCC. Ces limites sont dfinies de faon fournir une protection raisonnable contre le brouillage prjudiciable lorsque cet appareil est utilis dans un environnement commercial. Cet quipement gnre, utilise et peut mettre un rayonnement de frquence radio. S'il n'a pas t install conformment aux instructions, il peut par ailleurs crer des interfrences perturbant les communications radio. L'utilisation de cet appareil dans une zone rsidentielle peut provoquer un brouillage prjudiciable, auquel cas l'utilisateur sera tenu de corriger la situation ses frais. 18 Safety training information WA R N ING 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 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 i are authorized for use with this product. Use of accessories other than those specified may result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure. Health Canada Safety Code 6 - Limits of Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Energy in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300 GHz. To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
CAUTION INFORMATION 8 DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of the total radio use time (50%
duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when TX is displayed on the function display. You can cause the radio to transmit by pushing the [PTT] switch. ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips which are listed on page 12 when attaching the radio to your belt, or other place, to ensure FCC and IC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals and blasting sites. Occupational/Controlled Use The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed as consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure. 10 11 12 19 8 INFORMATION Infomation en matire de scurit 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 AVERTISSEMENT 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 illustrs dans Options de la feuille d'instructions 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 :
20 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. 12, lorsque vous attachez la radio votre ceinture, ou autre chose, de faon vous assurer de ne pas provoquer une exposition aux RF suprieure aux limites fixes par la FCC. Pour offrir vos interlocuteurs la meilleure qualit de transmission possible, tenez 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. A7424?-1EX Printed in Japan 2017 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan