FCC ID: AFJ405400 VHF Marine Transceiver

INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

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|M37E This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the conditions that this device does not cause harmful interference. Thank you for choosing this Icom product. This product was designed and built with Icom s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M37/IC-M37E. This instruction manual includes some functions that are usable only when they are preset by your dealer. Ask your dealer for details. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD RDANGER!

RWARNING!

DEFINITION Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur. Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. CAUTION Equipment damage may NOTE occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. FEATURES z 6 W RF output power z Powerful 700 mW audio output for clear communication z Floatn Flash:

Floats and flashes on the water z IPX7 waterproof construction i IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16. D USING CHANNEL 16 1. Push [16/C] to switch to Channel 16. 2. While holding down [PTT], give the appropriate information as follows:

z MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY. z THIS IS

(name of vessel). z Say your call sign or other indication of the vessel

(AND your 9 digit DSC ID, if you have one). z LOCATED AT

(your position). z State the nature of the distress and assistance required. z Give any other information which might facilitate the rescue. RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER AND MICROPHONE THOROUGHLY WITH 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. NOTE: If the transceivers waterproof protection appears defective, carefully clean it with a soft, wet (fresh water) cloth, then, dry it before operating. The transceiver may lose its waterproof protection if the case or microphone is cracked or broken, the microphone connector is not screwed in completely, or the transceiver has been dropped. Contact your Icom distributor or your dealer for advice. ABOUT CE AND DOC Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the versions of IC-M37E which have the CE symbol on the product, comply with the essential requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive, 2014/53/EU, and the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive, 2011/65/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:

http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/

DISPOSAL The crossed-out wheeled-

bin symbol on your product, literature, or packaging reminds you that in the European Union, all electrical and electronic products, batteries, and accumulators

(rechargeable batteries) must be taken to designated collection locations at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area. FCC INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. INFORMATION FCC Cet quipement a t test et reconnu conforme aux limites fixes pour un appareil numrique de classe A, conformment au point 15 de la rglementation FCC. Ces limites sont dfinies de faon fournir une protection raisonnable contre le brouillage prjudiciable lorsque cet appareil est utilis dans un environnement commercial. Cet quipement gnre, utilise et peut mettre un rayonnement de frquence radio. Sil na pas t install conformment aux instructions, il peut par ailleurs crer des interfrences perturbant les communications radio. Lutilisation de cet appareil dans une zone rsidentielle peut provoquer un brouillage prjudiciable, auquel cas lutilisateur sera tenu de corriger la situation ses frais. MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement ou modification, non expressment approuv par Icom Inc., peut annuler lautorisation de lutilisateur utiliser cet appareil conformment la rglementation FCC. ii 174101518281351116391461217 7 DUALWATCH AND TRI-WATCH 16 Description ................................... 16 Operation ..................................... 16 8 SET MODE 17 Using the Set mode...................... 17 Set mode items ............................ 18 9 ATIS CODE

(For only the HOL and FRG versions) 20 10 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS 21 Specifications ............................... 21 Options ......................................... 22 Using the BP-297 ......................... 22 Using the HM-213 ........................ 23 11 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST 24 For IC-M37 (USA, EXP, and CHN) and IC-M37E (AUS)..................... 24 For IC-M37E (Except AUS) .......... 25 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 26 INDEX...................................................... 27 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT ................................... i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ................ i FEATURES ..................................... i IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............ i RECOMMENDATION ..................... i FCC INFORMATION .......................ii INFORMATION FCC .......................ii ABOUT CE AND DOC ....................ii DISPOSAL ......................................ii PRECAUTIONS .............................iv PRCAUTIONS ............................. v SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

.......................................................vi INFOMATION EN MATIRE DE SCURIT ...................................vii 1 OPERATIONG RULES 1 2 ACCESSORIES 2 Supplied accessories ..................... 2 Attaching accessories .................... 2 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION 4 Front, top and side panels.............. 4 Function Display............................. 5 4 BATTERY CHARGING 6 Battery caution ............................... 6 Charging caution ............................ 7 Battery charger............................... 8 5 BASIC OPERATION 9 Selecting a channel ........................ 9 Weather channels and Weather Alert

(For the USA, EXP, CHN, and AUS versions) ...................................... 10 Receiving and transmitting ........... 11 Adjusting the squelch level........... 12 Volume Loud/Mute function.......... 12 AquaQuake Water Draining function

..................................................... 12 Setting the Call channel ............... 13 Power OFF Subfunction ............... 13 CH History function ...................... 13 6 SCAN OPERATION

(Except the HOL version) 14 Favorite channels ......................... 15 Starting a scan ............................. 15 iii PRECAUTIONS R WARNING! 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 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. 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 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. 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. NOTE: DO NOT place or leave the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas outside of the specified temperature range:

IC-M37: 20C (4F) ~ +60C (+140F) IC-M37(CHN)/IC-M37E:

IC-M37E(AUS):

Keep the transceiver in a secure place to prevent use by unauthorized persons. 10C (14F) ~ +55C (131F) 15C (5F) ~ +55C (131F) BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IPX7* requirements for waterproof protection. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, or the waterproof seal is cracked or damaged, waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the transceivers case or the waterproof seal.

* Only when the supplied battery pack or case, antenna, and jack cover are attached. Information:

In this instruction manual, the country names are described as shown below. U.S.A.: USA Export: EXP Europe: EUR German: FRG Dutch: HOL U.K.: UK China: CHN Australia: AUS 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 the 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. AquaQuake is a trademark of Icom Incorporated. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. iv 174101518281351116391461217 MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS placer lmetteur-rcepteur dans des environnements excessivement poussireux. Cela pourrait endommager lmetteur-rcepteur. REMARQUE : NE PAS placer ou laisser lmetteur-rcepteur en plein soleil ou dans un environnement soumis des tempratures infrieures 20C (4F) ou suprieures +60C (+140F). Placez lmetteur-rcepteur dans un lien sr pour viter toute utilisation par des personnes non autorises. MISE EN GARDE : Lmetteur-rcepteur rpond aux exigences IPX7* en matire de protection tanche. Toutefois, lorsque lmetteur-rcepteur a t immerg, ltanchit ne peut pas tre garantie, en raison des risques de dommages affectant le botier ou le joint dtanchit de lmetteur-rcepteur.

* Uniquement lorsque la batterie ou le botier, lantenne et le cache-prise sont fixs. PRCAUTIONS R AVERTISSEMENT ! Nutilisez JAMAIS et ne rechargez JAMAIS des blocsbatteries Icom avec des metteurs-rcepteurs non-Icom ou des chargeurs non-Icom. Seuls les blocsbatteries Icom sont tests et homologus pour tre utiliss avec des metteurs-rcepteurs Icom ou pour tre rechargs avec des chargeurs Icom. Lutilisation de blocsbatteries ou de chargeurs tiers ou de contrefaon peut tre lorigine de fumes, dincendie ou peut faire clater la batterie. R AVERTISSEMENT ! NE JAMAIS lmetteur-rcepteur de sorte que lantenne soit trs proche des parties exposes du corps, en particulier du visage ou des yeux, et ne les touche pas pendant la transmission. R AVERTISSEMENT ! Nutilisez JAMAIS lmetteur-rcepteur avec un casque ou dautres accessoires audio des niveaux de volume levs. Le fonctionnement continu volume lev peut provoquer une sonnerie dans vos oreilles. Si vous ressentez la sonnerie, rduisez le volume ou cessez dutiliser. MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS court-circuiter les bornes de la batterie. Un court-circuit peut se produire si les bornes touchent des objets mtalliques tels quune cl. Soyez donc prudent lorsque vous placez les batteries (ou lmetteur-rcepteur) dans des sacs, etc. Transportez-les de manire ce quil ny ait pas de court-circuit avec des objets mtalliques. Un court-circuit peut endommager non seulement la batterie, mais galement lmetteur-

rcepteur. MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS utiliser de dissolvants agressifs tels que du Benzne ou de lalcool lors du nettoyage, car ils endommageraient les surfaces de lmetteur-rcepteur. Si lmetteur-

rcepteur est poussireux ou sale, nettoyez-le avec un tissu doux et sec. v 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 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. vi 174101518281351116391461217 INFOMATION EN MATIRE DE SCURIT Votre radio Icom produit une nergie lectromagntique de radiofrquences (RF), en mode de transmission. Cette radio est conue pour AVERTISSEMENT 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 illustrs dans Options de la feuille dinstructions sont approuvs pour une utilisation avec ce produit. Lutilisation daccessoires autres que ceux prciss peut entraner des niveaux dexposition aux RF suprieures aux limites tablies par la FCC et dIC en matire dexposition aux RF sans fil. Le Code de scurit 6 de Sant Canada -

Les limites dexposition humaine lnergie lectromagntique dans la gamme de frquences de 3 kHz 300 GHz. Afin de vous assurer que votre exposition une nergie lectromagntique de RF se situe dans les limites permises par la FCC pour une utilisation grand public, veuillez en tout temps respecter les directives suivantes :

MISE EN GARDE vii NE PAS faire fonctionner la radio sans quune antenne approprie y soit fixe, car ceci risque dendommager la radio et causer une exposition suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC. Lantenne approprie est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne spcialement autorise par le fabricant pour tre utilise avec cette radio. NE PAS mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total dutilisation de lappareil (50% du facteur dutilisation). mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total dutilisation peut causer une exposition aux RF suprieure aux limites tablies par la FCC. La radio est en train dmettre lorsque le tmoin du TX saffiche sur lcran ACL. La radio mettra si vous appuyez sur le bouton du microphone. TOUJOURS tenir lantenne loigne dau moins 2,5 cm de votre corps au moment dmettre et utiliser uniquement lattache pour ceinture Icom illustre la p. 12, lorsque vous attachez la radio votre ceinture, ou autre chose, de faon vous assurer de ne pas provoquer une exposition aux RF suprieure aux limites fixes par la FCC. Pour offrir vos interlocuteurs la meilleure qualit de transmission possible, tenez lantenne au moins 5 cm de votre bouche et lgrement de ct. Les renseignements ci-dessus fournissent lutilisateur toute linformation ncessaire sur lexposition aux RF et sur ce quil faut faire pour assurer que cette radio fonctionne en respectant les limites dexposition aux RF tablies par la FCC. Interfrence lectromagntique et compatibilit En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de lnergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interfrences avec dautres appareils ou systmes. Pour viter de telles interfrences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs o une signalisation lexige. NE PAS faire fonctionner lmetteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement lectromagntique tels que les hpitaux, les aronefs et les sites de dynamitage. Usage professionnel/contrl Ce radio metteur est utilis dans des cas o des personnes sont exposes en raison de leur travail, pourvu quelles soient conscientes du risque dexpositionet quelles puissent exercer un contrle sur cette exposition. OPERATIONG RULES 1 D Priorities Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others. 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 must have a current radio station license before using the transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not licensed. Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government agency for a Ship-

Radiotelephone license application. This government-issued license states the call sign which is your crafts identification for radio purposes.

(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. The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be posted or kept with the operator. 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 IC-M37/M37E is capable of operation on VHF marine channels 21, 23, 81, 82, and 83, according to FCC regulations these simplex channels cannot be lawfully used by the general population in USA waters. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 1 2 ACCESSORIES Supplied accessories Antenna Handstrap Belt clip Battery pack Power adapter

(For Desktop charger) Desktop charger

(With two screws) NOTE: Some accessories are not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver version. Attaching accessories D Antenna Connect the supplied antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION:

DO NOT carry the transceiver by holding only the antenna. DO NOT connect an antenna other than those listed in this instruction manual. DO NOT transmit without an antenna. D Belt clip To attach:

Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip is locked and makes a click sound. Belt clip To detach:

Lift the tab up (1), and slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow (2). BE CAREFUL! DO NOT break your fingernail. q w q w 2 ACCESSORIES 2 D Battery pack To insert:

1. Use a coin or standard screwdriver (1), and turn the screw counter clockwise one quarter turn (2). w q Screw position when removing the battery cover. Screw position when attaching the battery cover. 2. Open the battery cover (1), and place the battery pack into the transceiver so it fits flat (2). 3. Securely attach the battery cover. To remove:

Slide the latch and then lift the battery cover to remove it. Then remove the battery pack. NEVER remove the battery cover when the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust getting into the transceiver/battery pack, and may result in the transceiver being damaged. CAUTION:

When attaching or removing the battery cover, make sure the rubber seal is correctly set in the groove of the cover. If the seal is not correctly in the groove, it may be damaged when attaching the battery cover. If the seal is damaged, waterproof protection is not guaranteed. When attaching the battery cover, make sure dust or other material does not adhere to the rubber seal. If dust or other material is on the seal when attaching the battery cover, waterproof protection may not be guaranteed. Make sure the rubber seal is properly seated in the groove and there is dust or other material is on it. Correct position Incorrect position Rubber seal Groove Battery cover Battery cover 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 3 2 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels 1 2 3 4 5 11 Function display 10 9 8 7 6 Speaker Microphone 1 SPEAKER/MIC JACK [SP/MIC]

(p. 23) Connect the optional HM-213 speaker microphone here. 2 PTT SWITCH [PTT]

Hold down to transmit, release to receive. 3 CHANNEL 16/CALL CHANNEL KEY

[16/C] (p. 9) Push to select Channel 16. Hold down for 1 second to select the Call channel. 4 VOLUME/SQUELCH/MONITOR KEY

[VOL/SQL]/[MONI]

Push once to display the volume level setting screen. Push twice to display the squelch level setting screen. (p. 12) Hold down for 1 second to turn ON the monitor function. 5 SCAN/DUAL KEY [SCAN]/[DUAL]

Push to start or stop a scan. (p. 15) Hold down for 1 second to start the Dual/Tri-watch mode. (p. 16) L While in Dualwatch, push to cancel Dualwatch. L Tri-watch may start, depending on the Set mode settings. Hold down both [SCAN] and [Hi/Lo] for 1 second to turn ON the AquaQuake function. (p. 12)

]

Hold down for 1 second to turn the transceiver ON or OFF. 6 POWER KEY [

7 TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY

]

[Hi/Lo]/[

Push to set the power level to high, mid, or low. L Some channels are set to only low power. Hold down for 1 second to lock or unlock the keypad. L Push to use the preassigned function. Ask your dealer for details. 8 WEATHER CHANNEL*/CHANNEL GROUP KEY [CH/WX]/[U/I/C]

Push to enter or exit the Weather Channel Selection mode. (p. 10) Hold down for 1 second to change the channel group. (p. 9) 9 FAVORITE CHANNEL KEY [FAV]

(p. 15) Push to select a Favorite channel. Hold down for 1 second to set or clear the selected channel as a Favorite channel. 10 UP/DOWN KEYS []/[]

Push to select the operating channel. Push to change the volume/squelch level while adjusting. In the Set mode, push to select an item option. 11 ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 2) Connect the supplied antenna here.

* For the USA, EXP, CHN, and AUS versions 4 Function Display 1 2 3 4 15 14 13 12 5 6 7 8 11 10 9 1 TRANSMIT INDICATOR Displayed while transmitting. 2 BUSY ICON Displayed while receiving, or the squelch is open. 3 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT Displays the selected operating channel number. 4 BATTERY INDICATOR Displays the battery status. Indication Battery status Full Mid Charging required Battery exhausted 5 DUPLEX INDICATOR Displayed when a Duplex channel is selected. 6 SCAN INDICATOR*1 Blinks while scanning. (p. 15) 7 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATOR*1 Displayed during Dualwatch or Tri-watch operation. (p. 16) PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 8 VOLUME/SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR Number of bars shows the volume/

squelch level. SQL blinks when adjusting the squelch level. (p. 12) VOL blinks when adjusting the volume level. 9 SUB CHANNEL READOUT Displays the volume/squelch level while adjusting the level. (p. 12) Displays Channel 16 during a priority scan, Dualwatch or Tri-watch.

(p. 16) Displays the Set mode item while in the Set mode. (p. 17) 10 CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR Displayed when the Call channel is selected. (p. 9) 11 WEATHER CHANNEL ICON*2 Displayed when the Weather channel is selected. (p. 10) L is displayed when the Weather Alert function is ON. 12 LOCK ICON Displayed when the Lock function is ON. 13 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR

(p. 9) Displays the selected channel group, INT (International), USA, CAN

(Canada), or ATIS. L The selectable channels differ, depending on the transceiver version, or the presetting. 14 LOW POWER INDICATOR Displayed when low power is selected. Blinks when a high temperature error or low voltage is detected, and automatically switches to low power. 15 FAVORITE CHANNEL ICON Displayed when a Favorite channel is selected. (p. 15)

*1 Except the HOL version

*2 For the USA, EXP, CHN, and AUS versions 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 5 3 4 BATTERY CHARGING R WARNING! NEVER use deteriorated battery packs. They could cause a fire. 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 Iet fluid from inside the battery cells come in contact with your body. If it does, immediately wash with clean water. CAUTION: DO NOT continue to 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. CAUTION: DO NOT expose the battery pack to rain, snow, saltwater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet pack. If the pack gets wet, be sure to wipe it with a clean dry cloth before using. CAUTION: DO NOT use the battery pack out of the specified temperature range for the transceivers:

IC-M37: 20C ~ +60C (4F ~ +140F) IC-M37(CHN)/IC-M37E:

IC-M37E(AUS):

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. 10C ~ +55C (14F ~ 131F) 15C ~ +55C (5F ~ 131F) 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 place battery packs near a 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. 6 CAUTION: DO NOT leave the pack fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive temperature environment

(above 50C, 122F) for an extended period of time. If the battery pack must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the transceiver after discharging. You may use the battery pack until the remaining capacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool and dry place at the following temperature range:

20C ~ +50C (4F ~ +122F)

(within a month) 20C ~ +40C (4F ~ +104F)

(within three months) 20C ~ +20C (4F ~ +68F)

(within a year) BE SURE to replace the battery pack with a new one approximately five years after manufacturing, even if it still holds a charge. The material inside the battery cells will become weak after a period of time, even with little use. The estimated number of times you can charge the pack is between 300 and 500. Even when the pack appears to be fully charged, the operating time of the transceiver may become short when:

Approximately 5 years have passed since the pack was manufactured. The pack has been repeatedly charged. 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! Occasionally observe the battery pack condition while charging. If any abnormal condition occurs, discontinue using the battery pack. CAUTION: DO NOT insert the transceiver

(battery attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof. CAUTION: DO NOT charge the battery pack outside of the specified temperature range for BC-235:

IC-M37/IC-M37E(AUS):

15C ~ 40C (59F ~ 104F) IC-M37E: 15C ~ 35C (59F ~ 95F) 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 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 7 4 4 BATTERY CHARGING Battery charger D Supplied battery charger Charging time: approximately 4 hours for the BP-296 Power adapter*

Turn OFF Desktop charger

* Not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver version. L is displayed and bars of the battery icon scroll while charging. 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 transceiver. 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. L When error is detected, the battery icon blinks, and and are displayed. 8 BASIC OPERATION 5 Selecting a channel D Regular Channel You can select a channel by pushing [] or []. D Channel 16 Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It is used to establish the initial contact with a station, and for emergency communications. Channel 16 is monitored during both Dualwatch and Tri-watch. While in the standby mode, you must monitor Channel 16. z Push [16/C] to select Channel 16. L To return to the previously selected channel, push [CH/WX]. D Call channel Each Channel Group has separate leisure-use Call channels. The Call channel is scanned during Tri-watch. The Call channels can be selected and used to store your most often used channels in each Channel Group, for quick recall. See page 13 for details on setting the Call channel. z Hold down [16/C] for 1 second to select the Call channel. The Call channel number and CALL are displayed. L To return to the previously selected channel, push [CH/WX]. D Selecting a Channel Group Channel Groups are preset into your transceiver. You can select a Channel Group for USA, International, Canadian, and ATIS, depending on the transceiver version. z Hold down [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 second to change the channel group. L The selectable channel groups may differ, depending on the transceiver version. Version USA UK EUR FRG HOL AUS EXP (Other) CHN USA Preset Channel Group INT CAN NOTE: You cannot transmit on Channel 70. ATIS 1 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 45 5 BASIC OPERATION Weather channels and Weather Alert

(For the USA, EXP, CHN, and AUS versions) The USA version transceiver has 10 preset Weather channels. The transceivers are capable* of monitoring 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.

* When used within range of the broadcasts. 1. Push [CH/WX]. WX is displayed on the operating screen instead of the Channel Group. 2. Push [] or [] to select a Weather channel. D Setting the Weather Alert 1. Turn OFF the transceiver. 2. While holding down [VOL/SQL], turn ON the transceiver to enter the Set mode. 3. Push [VOL/SQL] to select the Weather Alert item. 4. Push [] or [] to turn ON the Weather Alert. is displayed. is displayed. 5. Push [16/C] to exit the Set mode. The Weather channel list Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz) 1 2 3 4 5 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 6 7 8 9 10 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 163.275 10 BASIC OPERATION 5 Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: DO NOT transmit without an antenna. NOTE: 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. 1. Push [] or [] to select a channel. When a signal is received, is displayed. 2. Hold down [PTT], and speak into the microphone to transmit. is displayed while transmitting. 3. Release [PTT] to receive. TIP: To maximize the readability of your transmitted signal, pause for a second after pushing [PTT] and hold the microphone 5 ~ 10 cm (2 ~

4 inches) from your mouth, and then speak at your normal voice level. NOTE:

To conserve battery power, the Power Save function automatically turns ON when no signal is received for 5 seconds. The Time-out Timer function cuts OFF transmission after 5 minutes* of continuously transmitting, to prevent prolonged transmission.

* 10 seconds before transmission is cut off, a beep sounds to indicate the transmission will be cut off, and TOT blinks. After it is cut OFF, TOT is displayed for 10 seconds, and you cannot transmit until it disappears. 2 Push to transmit 3 Release to receive 1 Select a channel 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 11 5 5 BASIC OPERATION Adjusting the squelch level Squelch enables the audio to be heard only while receiving a signal that is stronger than the set level. A higher level blocks weak signals, so that you can receive only stronger signals. A lower level enables you to hear weak signals. 1. Push [VOL/SQL] twice to enter the Squelch Adjustment mode. 2. Push [] or [] to adjust the squelch level, until the noise just disappears. 3. Push [VOL/SQL] once to exit the Squelch Adjustment mode. Volume Loud/Mute function You can temporary maximize the volume level with a simple operation. z While holding down [VOL/SQL], push []. The volume level is set to the maximum level. Push [VOL/SQL] and [] again to turn OFF the function. You can temporary mute the audio output with a simple operation. z While holding down [VOL/SQL], push []. The volume level is set to the minimum level (OFF). Push [VOL/SQL] and [] again to turn OFF the function. AquaQuake Water Draining function Water in the speaker grill may muffle the sound coming from the speaker. The AquaQuake Water Draining function removes water from the speaker grill by vibrating the speaker cone. L The AquaQuake Water Draining function is not usable when using an optional battery case or the optional speaker microphone. 1. Hold down both [SCAN] and [Hi/Lo] for 1 second. is displayed. A low frequency vibration sounds is heard for 10 seconds to drain the water, regardless of the volume level setting. 2. Push any key to turn OFF the function. 12 BASIC OPERATION 5 Setting the Call channel By default, a Call channel is set in each Channel Group. You can set your most often-used channel as your Call channel in each Channel Group, for quick recall. 1. Hold down [16/C] for 1 second to select the Call channel. CALL and the Call channel number is displayed. 2. Hold down [16/C] again for 3 seconds (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps). The Call channel number blinks. 3. Push [] or [] to select the channel. 4. Push [16/C] to set the selected channel as the Call channel. The Call channel number stops blinking. Power OFF Subfunction Subfunctions can be activated by holding down a specific key when the transceiver is OFF. L This function works even if the lock function is turned ON. 1. Turn OFF the transceiver. 2. Hold down a key to turn ON the function. 3. Push any key to turn OFF the function. L The function is turned OFF after the set period has passed from releasing the key, depending on the Set mode setting. (p. 19) Mode Light Key Function

[VOL/SQL] Turns ON the an LCD and key backlight. Emergency

[SCAN]

Battery Voltage

[FAV]

Flash

[Hi/Lo]

An emergency alarm sounds, and the sound gradually becomes louder. Displays the battery voltage.

(For example: [9_60] means 9.60 V.) L [AL] is displayed when using alkaline batteries. The LCD and key backlight blink. CH History function The CH History function quickly selects your last-used channel. L Up to 5 channels are saved in each Channel Group. L The CH History is saved, even if the transceiver is turned ON or OFF. 1. Push [CH/WX] and [] to enter the CH History seletion mode. blinks. 2. Push [] to select the registered channel. 3. While holding down [] , push [

] to delete the CH History. 13 5 6 SCAN OPERATION

(Except the HOL version) You can find ongoing communication by scanning the Favorite channels. Before starting a scan:

Set the channels that you want to scan as Favorite channels. (p. 15) L Only the Favorite channels are scanned. Set the scan type to Priority Scan or Normal Scan on the Set mode setting. (p. 18) Normal Scan Sequentially searches through all Favorite channels. Channel 16 is not scanned unless it is set as a Favorite channel. CH 04 CH 03 CH 05 CH 02 WX*

CH 01

* For the USA, EXP, CHN, and AUS versions. When the Weather Alert function is ON, the previously selected Weather channel is also scanned. Priority Scan Sequentially searches through all Favorite channels, while also periodically checking Channel 16. CH 03 CH 02 CH 04 CH 16 CH 01 CH 05 WX*

* For the USA, EXP, CHN, and AUS versions. When the Weather Alert function is ON, the previously selected Weather channel is also scanned. When a signal is received:

On Channel 16:

On a channel other than Channel 16: The scan switches to Dualwatch until the The scan pauses until the signal disappears. signal disappears. 14 SCAN OPERATION 6 Favorite channels You can quickly recall often-used channels by setting them as Favorite channels. You can set Favorite channels in each Channel Group. D Setting/Clearing 1. Push [] or [] to select the channel. 2. Hold down [FAV] for 1 second to set or clear as a Favorite channel. The selected channel is set as a Favorite channel, and is displayed. D Selecting z Push [FAV]. L Non-Favorite channels are skipped and not displayed. TIP: You can clear all Favorite channels. L If there is no Favorite channel, all channels will be set as Favorite channels. 1. Turn OFF the transceiver. 2. While holding down [FAV], turn ON the transceiver. Starting a scan Example: Starting a Normal Scan. 1. Push [SCAN] to start the scan. is also displayed during a Priority Scan. SCAN blinks during a Normal Scan. L When a signal is received, the scan pauses until it disappears, is displayed when a signal is received. or resumes after 5 seconds, depending on the Set mode setting. (p. 18) L 2 beeps sound and blinks when a signal is received on Channel 16 during a Priority scan. 2. Push [SCAN] to stop the scan. TIP: In order to properly receive signals, be sure to adjust the squelch to a suitable level. 15 6 7 DUALWATCH AND TRI-WATCH Description Dualwatch and Tri-watch are convenient to periodically check Channel 16 while you are operating on another channel. Tri-watch is for the all transceiver versions except the HOL version. Dualwatch Tri-watch Operating channel CH 16 Operating channel Call channel CH 16 Periodically checks Channel 16 while operating on another channel. Periodically checks Channel 16 and the Call channel while operating on another channel. When a signal is received:

On Channel 16:

On the Call channel: Tri-watch switches to Dualwatch until the signal on the Call channel Dualwatch/Tri-watch pauses on Channel 16 until the signal disappears. disappears. Operation Example: Operating Dualwatch on Channel 7. 1. Select Dualwatch in the Set mode setting. (p. 18) 2. Push [] or [] to select a channel. 3. Hold down [DUAL] for 1 second. Dualwatch starts. DUAL and 16 blink during Dualwatch. CALL is displayed when a signal is received on the Call channel. L A beep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16. 4. Push [DUAL] again to cancel Dualwatch. 16 SET MODE 8 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 transceiver. 2. While holding down [VOL/SQL], turn ON the transceiver to enter the Set mode. The Beep item is displayed. 3. Push [VOL/SQL], or push [] or [] while holding down [VOL/SQL] to select an item. 4. Push [] or [] to select an option. 5. Push [16/C] to exit the Set mode. Beep WX Alert*1 Scan Type*2 Scan Timer*2 Auto Scan*2 Dual/Tri-watch*2 SQL Key Action Backlight Contrast Power Save CH Display*3 Floatn Flash Floatn Flash Alarm Floatn Flash Power Save Low Battery Alarm Sub-function Delay Timer Auto SP Line Convert

*1 For the USA, EXP, CHN, and AUS transceiver versions *2 Except the HOL version

*3 The CH Display item is displayed for each selectable channel group. 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 78 8 SET MODE Set mode items NOTE: The Set mode items contained in the transceiver may be different, depending on the transceivers version or presettings. Ask your dealer for details. Beep Turns the Key Beep function ON or OFF. OFF: Turns OFF the function for silent ON:

operation. When a key is pushed, a beep sounds. WX Alert

(For the USA, EXP, CHN, and AUS versions) Turns the Weather Alert function ON or OFF. This function detects the Weather Alert tone on Weather channels. OFF: The transceiver does not detect a ON:

Weather Alert tone. The transceiver detects the 1050 Hz Weather Alert tone on a Weather channel. Scan Type

(Except the HOL version) Turns the Priority Scan function ON or OFF. OFF: The scan type is set to Normal, ON:

which sequentially searches all Favorite channels in the channel group. The scan type is set to Priority, which sequentially searches all Favorite channels in the channel group, while also periodically checking Channel 16 (Priority channel). Scan Timer

(Except the HOL version) Turns the Scan Resume Timer ON or OFF. OFF: When a signal is detected on a channel, the scan pauses until the signal disappears, and then resumes. When a signal is detected on a channel, the scan pauses for 5 seconds, and then resumes. If the signal disappears in less than 5 seconds, the scan immediately resumes. ON:

18 Auto Scan

(Except the HOL version) Turns the Automatic Scan function ON or OFF. OFF: The function is OFF. ON:

Scan automatically starts when no signal is received, or no operations are carried out for 30 seconds. Dual/Tri-watch

(Except the HOL version) Selects Dualwatch or Tri-watch. d- (Dual): Periodically checks Channel t- (Tri):

16 while operating on another channel. Periodically checks Channel 16 and the Call channel while operating on another channel. SQL Key Action The function temporarily opens the squelch. Pu (Push): The Monitor function is activated by holding down [VOL/SQL] for more than 1 second. The squelch opens while holding down the key. Ho (Hold): The Monitor function is activated by holding down [VOL/SQL] for more than 1 second. The squelch stays open until the user pushes any key. Backlight Turns the Automatic Backlight function ON or OFF. OFF: The function is OFF. ON:

The backlight turns ON for 5 seconds when the user pushes any key except [PTT]. Contrast Selects the transceivers display contrast. Hi: The transceivers display contrast is set Lo: The transceivers display contrast is set to High. to Low. Power Save Turns the Power Save function ON or OFF. OFF: The function is OFF. ON:

The Power Save function reduces current drain by deactivating the receiver circuit of the transceiver at specified intervals.

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/

CH Display Selects the number of digits to display the channel number. You can select settings for each channel group. 3d: The channel number is displayed in 3 digits, such as 78A. 4d: The channel number is displayed in 4 digits, such as 1078. Floatn Flash Turns the Floatn Flash function ON or OFF. You can easily retrieve the transceiver from the water. L This function works even if the transceiver is turned OFF. OFF: This function is OFF. ON:

The backlight, LED, or both of them send out intermittent light when the transceiver is floating on the water. Floatn Flash Alarm Selects whether or not an alarm sounds while the light blinks when the transceiver is floating on the water. OFF: The alarm does not sound. ON:

The alarm sounds while the light blinks when the transceiver is floating on the water. Floatn Flash Power Save Turns the Floatn Flash Power Save function ON or OFF. OFF: This function is OFF. ON:

When the transceiver floats on the water, it enters the Floatn Flash Power Save mode to conserve battery power. SET MODE 8 Low Battery Alarm Selects whether or not an alarm sounds when the battery is low. A beep sounds every time the battery indication is lower than a displayed value. The beep interval changes, according to the number of bars displayed. L The beep and interval can be changed. OFF: This function is OFF. 1:

A beep sounds when the battery indication displays no bars. A beep sounds when the battery indication displays one bar or less. A beep sounds when the battery indication displays two bars or less. 2:

3:

Delay Timer Subfunction Sets the Delay Timer Subfunction to 10, 30, 60 seconds, or OFF. A sub function is turned OFF after the set period of time has passed after releasing a specific key. L When the timer is set to OFF, the sub function is turned ON until any key is pushed after releasing the specified key. L See page 13 for details. Auto SP Line Convert Turns the Auto SP Line Convert function ON or OFF. L When this function is OFF, the speaker is converted into a microphone by pushing

[VOL/SQL] while holding down [PTT]. OFF: This function is OFF. ON:

Automatically converts the speaker into a microphone, when the transceiver is floating on the water. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 8 9 ATIS CODE

(For only the HOL and FRG versions) The Automatic Transmitter Identification System (ATIS) ID consists of 10 digits. You can set and confirm the ID as shown below. NOTE: You can enter this initial code ONLY ONCE. After entry, only your dealer or distributor can change it. If your ATIS code has already been entered, this entry is not necessary. D Setting the ATIS code 1. Turn OFF the power. 2. While holding down [16/C], push [

]. Enters to the ATIS Code Setting mode. 3. Push [] or [] to select the number for the first digit of the ATIS code. 4. Push [CH/WX] to select the next digit, and then push [] or

[] to select a number. Pushing [VOL/SQL] selects the previous digit. 5. After the 10th digit has been input, push [Hi/Lo] to store the code. The code number stops blinking. Push [16/C] to return to the normal operating mode. D ATIS code confirmation

(Can be performed only when the ATIS code has been programmed.) 1. Turn OFF the power. 2. While holding down [16/C], push [

] to enter the ATIS code confirmation mode. The digit number and the stored code number are displayed. Push [CH] to select the next digit, push [VOL/SQL] to select the previous digit. 3. Push [16/C] to exit the ATIS Confirmation mode. 20 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS Specifications L All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. L Measurements made without an antenna. 10 General Frequency coverage IC-M37 156.025 ~

157.425 MHz 156.050 ~

163.275 MHz TX RX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 IC-M37E(AUS) 156.025 ~

157.425 MHz 156.300 ~

162.025 MHz IC-M37(CHN) IC-M37E 156.000 ~

161.450 MHz 156.000 ~

163.425 MHz 16K0G3E (FM) 50 nominal 2k 4 8 20C ~ +60C, 4F ~ +140F 15C ~ +55C, 5F ~ 131F 10C ~ +55C, 14F ~ 131F Negative ground: 3.7 V DC nominal 2.75/1.0 A 0.2/0.4 A 2.6/1.0 A 0.2/0.4 A 59.7 (W) 140.5 (H) 38.7 (D) mm 2.4 (W) 5.5 (H) 1.5 (D) in 292 g, 10.3 oz

(including battery pack, antenna, and belt clip) IC-M37 IC-M37(CHN) IC-M37E 6 W or 1 W IC-M37E(AUS) Variable reactance frequency modulation 10 ppm 68 dBc 10 ppm 0.25 W 5 kHz 1.5 kHz 70 dB 10%

40 dB

+1 dB ~ 3 dB of 6 dB octave from 300 Hz ~ 3000 Hz IC-M37 0.25 V at 12 dB SINAD IC-M37(CHN) IC-M37E IC-M37E(AUS) 5 dB at 20 dB SINAD 0.25 V 6 dB 21 Type of emission Antenna impedance Input impedance (MIC) Output impedance

(audio) External Internal Operating temperature range Power supply voltage Current drain

(at 3.7 V DC)

(approximate) TX high

(6 W/1 W) Maximum audio Dimensions

(projections not included) Weight (approximate) Transmitter Rated output power Modulation Maximum frequency deviation Frequency error Spurious emissions (typical) Adjacent channel power Audio harmonic distortion

(at 60% Deviation) Residual modulation Audio frequency response Receiver Sensitivity (typical) Squelch sensitivity

(typical) (at threshold) 109 10 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS Specifications Receiver Audio power output

(at 10% distortion) External

(with 4 ) Internal

(with 8 ) IC-M37 0.3 W (typical) IC-M37(CHN) IC-M37E IC-M37E(AUS) 0.2 W 0.7 W (typical) 70 dB 70 dB 68 dB 40 dB 65 dB 65 dB 65 dB 70 dB

+1 dB ~ 3 dB of -6 dB octave from 300 Hz ~ 3000 Hz Adjacent channel sensitivity

(typical) Spurious response (typical) Intermodulation (typical) Hum and noise Audio frequency response Options D Battery pack/Battery case BP-296 li-ion battery pack Voltage:

Capacity:

3.6 V 2200 mAh (minimum), 2350 mAh (typical) Battery life: Approximately 12 hours*

* When the Power Save function is ON, and the operating periods are calculated under the following conditions:

TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90 BP-297 battery case Battery case for 3 AAA (LR03) alkaline batteries. Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details. D Charger BC-235 desktop charger

+BC-217SA/SE power charger To rapidly charge a battery pack. Charging time: Approximately 4 hours with the BP-296. L BC-217SA/SE power adapter is not supplied, depending on the transceiver version. D Others FA-SC59V antenna MB-133 belt clip HM-213 speaker microphone Full sized waterproof speaker microphone including alligator type clip to attach to your shirt or collar, and so on. The HM-213 meets IPX7 requirements for waterproof protection. Using the BP-297 When using the optional BP-297 battery case, install 3 AAA (LR03) size Alkaline batteries. CAUTION:

NEVER incinerate used battery cells since internal battery gas may cause them to rupture. NEVER expose a detached battery case to water. If the battery case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it. NEVER use batteries whose insulated cover is damaged. NOTE:

When installing the batteries, make sure they are all the same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and old batteries together. Keep the battery terminals clean. Its a good idea to occasionally clean them. 22 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS 10 Using the HM-213 Alligator type clip To attach the speaker microphone to your shirt or collar. PTT switch Push to transmit. Release to receive. Microphone Speaker Turn the transceiver power OFF when connecting the HM-213. NOTE:

NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes wet, BE SURE to dry it before attaching to the transceiver. The microphone element is located at the top left of the speaker microphone, as shown in the illustration above. To maximize the readability of your transmitted audio, hold the microphone approximately 5 ~ 10 cm (2 ~ 4 inches) from your mouth, and then speak at your normal voice level. D Attaching the HM-213 1. Turn OFF the power. 2. Insert the speaker microphone connector into the [SP/MIC] connector and securely screw it, as shown below. L Be careful not to cross-thread the connection. CAUTION: Attach the speaker microphones connector securely to prevent accidental loss, or water intrusion into the connector. Detaching: Rotate the [SP/MIC] cap counter-

clockwise, and then detach it. Attaching: Attach the [SP/MIC] cap, and then rotate it clockwise completely. NOTE: KEEP the transceivers [SP/MIC] cap attached when the speaker microphone is not used. If the cover is not attached, water will get into the transceiver. Moreover, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the connector gets wet. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 23 10 11 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST For IC-M37 (USA, EXP, and CHN) and IC-M37E (AUS) Channel Number Frequency (MHz) Channel Number USA INT Frequency (MHz) USA INT 01 CAN 01 01A 01A*6 02 03 04 05 06 07 07A*6 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15*2 16 17*3 18 18A*6 19 19B 20 21 21A*6 22 22A*6 23 23A*6 24*7 25*7 26*7 27 27A*6 28 28A*6 60 61 02 03 04A 05A 06 07A 08 09 10 11 12 13*1 14 15*1 16 17*1 18A 19A 20*1 21A 21b 22A 23 23b 24 25 25b 26 27 28 28b 60 05A 06 07A 08 09 10 11 12 13*1 14 15*4 16 17*1 18A 19A 20 20A 21A 22A 23A 24 25 26 27 28 Transmit 156.050 156.050 156.100 156.150 156.200 156.200 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 156.650 156.700 156.750 156.800 156.850 156.900 156.900 156.950 156.950 RX only 157.000 157.000 157.050 157.050 RX only 157.100 157.100 157.150 157.150 RX only 157.200 157.250 RX only 157.300 157.350 157.350 157.400 157.400 RX only 156.025 156.075 Receive 160.650 156.050 160.700 160.750 160.800 156.200 160.850 156.250 156.300 160.950 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 156.650 156.700 156.750 156.800 156.850 161.500 156.900 161.550 156.950 161.550 161.600 157.000 161.650 157.050 161.650 161.700 157.100 161.750 157.150 161.750 161.800 161.850 161.850 161.900 161.950 157.350 162.000 157.400 162.000 160.625 160.675 63A 65A 66A 67*1 68 69 71 72 73 74 77*1 78A 79A 80A 81A 82A 83A 84 85 86 87 88 CAN 61A 62A 63A 64 64A 65A*1 66A*1 67 68 69 71 72 73 74 75*1 76*1 77*1 78A 79A 80A 81A 82A 83A 83b 84 85 86 87 88 62 63 63A*6 64 65 65A*6 66 66A*6 67 68 69 71 72 73 74 75*2 76*2 77 78 79 80 80A*6 81 81A*6 82 82A*6 83 83A*6 84*7 85*7 86*7 87 88 1019 1020 1078 1079 2019 2020 2078 2079 Transmit 156.075 156.125 156.125 156.175 156.175 156.225 156.225 156.275 156.275 156.325 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.775 156.825 156.875 156.925 156.925 156.975 156.975 157.025 157.025 157.075 157.075 157.125 157.125 157.175 157.175 RX only 157.225 157.275 157.325 157.375 157.425 156.950 157.000 156.925 156.975 161.550*5 161.600*5 161.525*5 161.575*5 Receive 156.075 160.725 156.125 160.775 156.175 160.825 156.225 160.875 156.275 160.925 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.775 156.825 156.875 161.525 156.925 161.575 156.975 161.625 157.025 161.675 157.075 161.725 157.125 161.775 157.175 161.775 161.825 161.875 161.925 157.375 157.425 156.950 157.000 156.925 156.975 161.550 161.600 161.525 161.575

*1 Low power only *2 Low power only except the AUS version *3 Low power only except the CHN version *4 RX only

*5 RX only except the CHN version *6 For only the USA and EXP versions *7 For only the CHN and AUS versions NOTE: Simplex channels, 21, 23, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in USA waters. 24 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST 11 CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 157.075 161.675 81 157.125 161.725 82 83 157.175 161.775 157.225 161.825 84 157.275 161.875 85 157.325 161.925 86 157.325 157.375 87 88 157.425 157.425 P4*2 161.425 161.425 1019 156.950 156.950 1020 157.000 157.000 1078 156.925 156.925 1079 156.975 156.975 2019 RX only 161.550 2020 RX only 161.600 2078 RX only 161.525 2079 RX only 161.575 CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 156.225 160.825 64 156.275 160.825 65 66 156.325 160.925 156.375 156.375 67 156.425 156.425 68 69 156.475 156.475 70 RX only 156.525 156.575 156.575 71 72 156.625 156.625 156.675 156.675 73 74 156.725 156.725 75*1 156.775 156.775 76*1 156.825 156.825 77 156.875 156.825 156.928 161.525 78 156.975 161.575 79 80 157.025 161.625 CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 156.900 161.500 18 156.950 161.550 19 20 157.000 161.600 157.050 161.650 21 157.100 161.700 22 157.150 161.750 23 157.200 161.800 24 157.250 161.850 25 26 157.300 161.900 157.350 161.950 27 28 157.400 162.000 31*1*3 157.050 162.150 37A*1 157.850 157.850 60 156.025 160.625 156.075 160.675 61 156.125 160.725 62 63 156.175 160.775 For IC-M37E (Except AUS) D International channels CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 156.050 160.650 01 156.100 160.700 02 03 156.150 160.750 156.200 160.800 04 156.250 160.850 05 156.300 156.300 06 156.350 160.950 07 156.400 156.400 08 09 156.450 156.450 156.500 156.500 10 156.550 156.550 11 156.600 156.600 12 156.650 156.650 13 14 156.700 156.700 15*1 156.750 156.750 16 156.800 156.800 17*1 156.850 156.850

*1 Low power only

*2 UK Marina Channels: M1=37A (157.850 MHz), M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for only the UK version

*3 For only the HOL version D USA channels CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 01A 156.050 156.050 05A 156.250 156.250 06 156.300 156.300 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 14 156.700 156.700 15*2 156.750 156.750 16 156.800 156.800 CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 37A*3 157.850 157.850 63A 156.175 156.175 65A 156.275 156.275 66A 156.325 156.325 67*1 156.375 156.375 68 156.425 156.425 156.475 156.475 69 156.575 156.575 71 156.625 156.625 72 73 156.675 156.675 74 156.725 156.725 77*1 156.875 156.725 78A 156.925 156.925 CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 17*1 156.850 156.850 18A 156.900 156.900 19A 156.950 156.950 20 157.000 161.600 20A 157.000 157.000 21A 157.050 157.050 22A 157.100 157.100 23A 157.150 157.150 157.200 161.800 24 157.250 161.850 25 26 157.300 161.900 157.350 161.950 27 28 157.400 162.000 CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 79A 156.975 156.975 80A 157.025 157.025 81A 157.075 157.075 82A 157.125 157.125 83A 157.175 157.175 84 157.225 161.825 157.275 161.875 85 157.325 157.325 86 157.375 157.375 87 88 157.425 157.425 P4*3 161.425 161.425

*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 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 25 11 12 TROUBLESHOOTING The transceiver does not turn ON z The battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery pack. (p. 8) z The battery pack is not correctly attached. Correctly reattach the battery pack. (p. 3) Little or no sound comes from the speaker z Squelch level is set too high. Adjust the squelch level. (p. 12) z Volume level is set too low. Adjust the volume level. z The speaker has been exposed to water. Use the AquaQuake Water Draining function to remove water from the speaker grill.

(p. 12) You cannot transmit, or cannot select high power z Some channels are set for low power or receive only by regulations. Change channels. (p. 9) z The output power is set to low. Push [Hi/Lo] to select high power. (p. 4) Scan does not start z More than 2 favorite channels are not set. Set the Favorite channels. (p. 15) No beep sounds z The Key Beep function is OFF. Turn ON the Key Beep function. (p. 18) The keypad does not work z The keypad is locked. Hold down [

] for 1 second to lock or unlock the keypad. (p. 4) 26 F Favorite channels Clearing ................... 15 Selecting ................. 15 Setting ..................... 15 Floatn Flash ................ 19 Floatn Flash Alarm ...... 19 Floatn Flash Power Save

......................... 19 Front panel .................... 4 Function display............. 5 H HM-213 Attaching ................. 23 Using ....................... 23 L Low Battery Alarm ....... 19 O Options ........................ 22 P Panel description ........... 4 Power OFF Subfunction

......................... 13 Battery Voltage ........ 13 Emergency .............. 13 Flash ....................... 13 Light ........................ 13 Power Save ................. 19 R Receiving ......................11 A Antenna ......................... 2 AquaQuake.................. 12 ATIS ATIS code ............... 20 Auto Scan .................... 18 Auto SP Line Convert .. 19 B Backlight ...................... 18 Battery case................. 22 Battery caution............... 6 Battery charger .............. 8 Battery pack............. 3, 22 BC-217SA/SE .............. 22 BC-235 ........................ 22 Beep ............................ 18 Belt clip .......................... 2 BP-296 Battery life ............... 22 Charging time ...... 8, 22 BP-297......................... 22 Using ....................... 22 C Call channel Selecting ................... 9 Setting ..................... 13 Channel Group ........................ 9 Selecting ................... 9 Channel 16 Selecting ................... 9 Charger........................ 22 Charging caution ........... 7 CH Display................... 19 CH History function...... 13 Contrast ....................... 18 D Delay Timer Subfunction

......................... 19 Dual/Tri-watch ............. 18 Operation ................ 16 Dualwatch .................... 16 INDEX S Scan Normal .................... 14 Priority ..................... 14 Starting .................... 15 Scan Timer .................. 18 Scan Type .................... 18 Set mode Items ....................... 18 Using ....................... 17 Side panel...................... 4 Specifications .............. 21 SQL Key Action ........... 18 Squelch level ............... 12 T Top panel ....................... 4 Transmitting ..................11 Tri-watch ...................... 16 V Volume Loud ........................ 12 Mute ........................ 12 W Weather Alert ............... 10 Setting ..................... 10 Weather channels ........ 10 WX Alert....................... 18 12 27 1741015182813511163914617 A7494D-1EX Printed in Japan 2019 Icom Inc. Feb. 2019 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan