INSTRUCTION MANUAL SURVIVAL CRAFT 2-WAY RADIO iGM1600 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful inter-
ference. SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio has been evaluated for compliance at the distance of 2.5 cm with the FCC RF exposure limits for Occupational Use Only. In addition, your Icom radio complies with the fol-
lowing Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:
W ARNING FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compli-
ance 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 Recom-
mended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electro-
magnetic Fields RF and Microwave. The following accessories are authorized for use with this product. Use of accessories other than those specified may result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure.; Belt Clip
(MB-86, MB-103Y), Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack (BP-252) and Lith-
ium Battery Pack (BP-234). To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic en-
ergy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
CAU TION i DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage the radio and may exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufac-
turer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF expo-
sure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the TX indicator light is red. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT switch or VOX function. 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 23 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the re-
cipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the radio in an almost vertical position at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, the mi-
crophone is located next to the speaker, so you should talk into the speaker. 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 FCC RF exposure limits. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites. INFORMATION EN MATIRE DE SCURIT AVERTISSEMENT Votre radio Icom produit une nergie lectromagntique de radiofrquences (RF), en mode de transmission. Elle est conue pour une utilisation grand public, dans un environnement non contrl. Cet appareil a t valu et jug conforme, 2,5 cm, aux limites d'exposition aux RF de la FCC, pour une utilisation grand public. En outre, votre radio Icom satisfait les normes et directives qui suiv-
ent en matire de niveaux d'nergie et d'nergie lectro-
magntique de RF et d'valuation de tels niveaux en ce qui concerne l'exposition humaine :
Supplment C, dition 01-01, du Bulletin OET de la FCC, Evaluating Com-
pliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Elec-
tromagnetic 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 recom-
mande du champ magntique potentiellement dangereux des radiof-
rquences et des micro-ondes. Les accessoires qui suivent sont approuvs pour une utilisation avec ce pro-
duit. L'utilisation d'accessoires autres que ceux prciss peut entraner des niveaux d'exposition aux RF suprieures aux limites tablies par la FCC en matire d'exposition aux RF sans fil; attache pour ceinture (MB-86, MP-
103Y), bloc-piles rechargeable au lithium-ion (BP-252). CAUTION Afin de vous assurer que votre exposition une ner-
gie lectromagntique de RF se situe dans les limites permises par la FCC pour une utilisation grand public, veuillez en tout temps respecter les directives suiv-
antes :
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 au-
torise par le fabricant pour tre utilise avec cette radio. NE PAS mettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation de l'appar-
eil (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 mode de transmission s'affiche sur l'cran ACL. La radio mettra si vous ap-
puyez 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 illus-
tre la p. 23, 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. ii RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operat-
ing. Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and control-
lers may become unusable, due to salt crystallization, and/or the charging terminals of the battery pack may rust. FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing this Icom radio. The IC-GM1600 SURVIVAL CRAFT 2-WAY RADIO is designed and built with Icoms state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trou-
ble-free operation. NOTE: DO NOT wash the transceiver in water if there is any reason to suspect the waterproofing may not be effective. For example, in cases where the [SP MIC] jack cover is damaged, the transceiver/battery pack is cracked or broken, or has been dropped, or when the battery pack is detached from the transceiver.
/SP MIC iii IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUALThis instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-GM1600. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD RWARNING CAUTION NOTE DEFINITION Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. iv PRECAUTION RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmit-
ting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the trans-
ceiver is vertical. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the BP-252 or BP-234. Such a connection will ruin the transceiver. AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below 20C (4F) or above
+60C (+140F) for U.S.A. version;.20C (4F) or above
+55C (+131F) for General version KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of children. KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meters (3.0 ft) away from your vessels magnetic navigation compass. MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are securely attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna and battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver to water will result in serious dam-
age to the transceiver. NOTE:
According to IMO resolution MSC. 149 (77) (adopted on 3 June 2003), the following regulation has been executed. The equipment should have provisions for its attachment to the clothing of the user and also be provided with a wrist or neckstrap. For safety reasons, the strap should include a suitable weak link to prevent the bearer from being ensnared. Instead of the handstrap, a neckstrap is supplied with the equipment on or after 1st July, 2005. v Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated
(Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, Russia and/or other countries. New2001 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 FOR CLASS A UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS 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. vi 5 SET MODE 1115 SET mode programming ...................................................... 11 SET mode items ................................................................... 12 6 BP-234 BATTERY PACK 16 7 BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) 1718 Battery charging ................................................................... 17 Battery cautions ................................................................... 17 8 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP 19 MB-86 contents .................................................................... 19 Attachment ........................................................................... 19 Detachment .......................................................................... 19 9 CHANNEL LIST FOR SURVIVAL OPERATION 20 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 21 11 SPECIFICATIONS 22 12 OPTIONS 23 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............................................... i INFORMATION EN MATIRE DE SCURIT ............................... ii RECOMMENDATION .................................................................... iii FOREWORD ................................................................................. iii IMPORTANT .................................................................................. iv EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ............................................................... iv PRECAUTION ................................................................................ v FCC INFORMATION ..................................................................... vi DISPOSAL ..................................................................................... vi TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................ vii 1 OPERATING RULES 1 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 23 Supplied accessories .............................................................. 2 Attachments ............................................................................ 2 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION 46 Front, top and side panels ....................................................... 4 Function display ..................................................................... 5 4 BASIC OPERATION 710 Channel selection ................................................................... 7 Receiving and transmitting ..................................................... 8 Call channel programming ..................................................... 9 Adjusting the squelch level ..................................................... 9 Lock function ........................................................................ 10 Signal strength indicator function ......................................... 10 Monitor function .................................................................... 10 Backlit function ..................................................................... 10 vii New2001 OPERATING RULES 1 D Priorities Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others.
(2) OPERATORS LICENSE A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio is not required for safety purposes. 1 The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be posted near the transceiver or be kept with the operator. Only a licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver. However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a trans-
ceiver if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call and makes the necessary log entries. A current copy of the applicable government rules and regu-
lations is only required to be on hand for vessels in which a radio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are not required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regula-
tions. You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law. D Privacy Information overheard but not intended for you cannot law-
fully be used in any way. Indecent or profane language is prohibited. D Radio licenses
(1) SHIP STATION LICENSE When your craft is equipped with a VHF FM transceiver, 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. This license in-
cludes the call sign which is your crafts identification for radio purposes. 1 New2001 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied:
Qty. q Neckstrap. 1 w Battery charger (BC-173). 1 e Belt clip (MB-103Y) . 1 r AC adapter (BC-147SA/SE)* . 1 t Li-ion battery pack (BP-252) . 1 Attachments D Neckstrap To attach the neckstrap, pass the neckstrap through the loop on the top of the transceiver as illustrated at right.
*Depends on versions. q w e D Belt clip Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below. r t Supplied screws 2 New2001 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2 D Battery pack To remove the battery pack:
Turn the screw counterclockwise, then pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below. To attach the battery pack:
Insert the battery pack in the IC-GM1600 completely, then turn the screw clockwise. NEVER remove or insert the battery pack when the trans-
ceiver is wet or soiled. This may result water or dust get-
ting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the transceiver being damaged. NOTE: When the lock screw does not easily turn (feels tight), check to ensure the battery pack is sufficiently in-
serted to the transceiver. DO NOT bang or cause high impact to the battery pack, as this may damage the bat-
tery pack/or the transceiver. Screw position when removing battery LOCK OPEN Screw position when attaching battery LOCK OPEN NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, use a coin or flat-blade screwdriver to loosen or tighten the bottom screw. 2 CAUTION!:
When attaching or removing a battery pack, make sure the rubber seal is set in the groove of the battery pack correctly. If the seal is not neatly in the groove it may be damaged when attaching the battery pack. If the seal is damaged, waterproofing is not guaranteed. NOTE:
When attaching a battery pack, make sure dust or else does not adhere to the rubber seal. If dust or anything else is on the seal when attaching a battery pack, the water resistant seal may be compromised. Make sure both the rubber seal (purple) is set into the groove correctly and dust or else does not adhere to it. Correct position Incorrect position Rubber seal Groove Battery pack Battery pack 3 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels MIC
/SP w e r t y u q
!1
!0 o i 4 Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]
w MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC/SP]
Connects the optional external microphone. NOTE: Attach the [MIC/SP] cap when the optional speak-
er-microphone is not used. e ANTENNA Fixed type. r TRANSMIT/RECEIVE INDICATOR Lights green while receiving a signal or when the squelch is open; lights red while transmitting. t CALL CHANNEL KEY [CALL]
Selects the call channel when pushed. (p. 7) Channel 9* is factory default.
*Channel 16 is set as factory default by version. Push for 3 sec. to enter call channel programming con-
dition. (p. 9) y CHANNEL KEY [CH]
Push to return the previous condition when distress chan-
nel or call channel is selected. (p. 7) u TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY [Hi/Lo Selects high or low power when pushed. (p. 8) Toggles the lock function ON/OFF when pushed for
]
1 sec. (p. 10) New2001 i CHANNEL 16 KEY [16]
Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 7) o CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z]
Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 78) Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 11) Selects the SET mode item when pushed with [SQL].
(p. 11)
!0 SQUELCH SWITCH [SQLMONI]
Push this switch, then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/
[Z]. (p. 9) Manually opens the squelch for monitoring the channel while pushed and held. (p. 10) While pushing this switch, turn power ON to enter the SET mode. (p. 11)
!1 PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 3 5 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display q w e r t t BATTERY INDICATOR Indicates remaining battery power. o i u y q q SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR (pgs. 10, 14) Shows the relative signal strength while receiving signals. w TRANSMIT POWER INDICATOR (p. 8) w LOW appears when low power is selected. No indication appears when high power is selected. e SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR (p. 9) Shows the squelch level. r MONITOR INDICATOR (p. 10) u Appears when the monitor function is activated. y r e t i y SET MODE ITEM READOUT Indicates the SET mode items while in the SET mode.
(p. 11) u LOCK INDICATOR Appears when the lock function is activated. (p. 10) i CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT Indicates the selected operating channel number. In SET mode, indicates the selected condition. o CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR Appears when the call channel is selected. (p. 7) 6 Channel selection D Channel 16 Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communica-
tions. While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16. q Push [16] to select Channel 16. w Push [CH] to return to the condition before selecting Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating chan-
nel. BASIC OPERATION 4 D Call channel The call channels can be re-programmed (p. 9) and may be used to store your most often used channels for quick recall. q Push [CALL] to select the call channel. CALL and the call channel number appear. Call channel can be re-programmed. See the Call channel programming on p. 9 for details. w Push [CH] to return to the condition before selecting the call channel, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating chan-
nel. Push Push 4 7 4 BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting q Rotate [VOL] clockwise to turn power ON. w Set the volume and squelch level. Push [SQLMONI], and push [Z] to open the squelch. Push [SQLMONI] to stop the SQL indicator blinking, then rotate [VOL] to set the volume level. Push [SQLMONI], and push [Y]/[Z] to set the squelch level. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel.
- When receiving a signal, the [TRANSMIT/RECEIVE] indicator lights green while audio is emitted from the speaker.
- Further adjustment of [VOL] may be necessary at this point.
] to select the output power if necessary.
- LOW appears when low power is selected; no indication when
r Push [Hi/Lo
high power is selected.
- Choose low power to conserve battery power, choose high power for longer distance communications.
- Some channels are for low power only.
t Push and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the
microphone.
- The [TRANSMIT/RECEIVE] indicator lights red while transmitting. y Release [PTT] to receive. 8 IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your transmit-
ted signal, pause a moment after pushing [PTT], hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. NOTE: The transceiver has a power save function to con-
serve the battery power. The power save function acti-
vates automatically when no signal is received for 5 sec. t Push to transmit y Release to receive MIC
/SP q Power ON w Set volume Speaker Microphone w Set the squelch level w Set the squelch level e Select channel r Select output power Call channel programming The call channel switch is used to select Channel 9* by de-
fault, however, you can program your most often-used chan-
nel for quick recall.
*The channel number depends on version. q Push [CALL] to select the call chan-
nel. CALL and call channel number appear. w Push [CALL] again for 3 sec. (until a long beep changes to 2 shor t beeps) to enter call channel pro-
gramming condition. C a l l c h a n n e l nu m b e r t o b e p r o-
grammed flashes. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. r Push [CALL] to program the dis-
played channel as the call channel. The call channel number stops flash-
ing. BASIC OPERATION 4 Adjusting the squelch level To adjust the IC-GM1600s squelch level, use the [Y]/[Z] keys. In order to receive signals properly, the squelch must be ad-
justed to the proper level. q Push [SQLMONI], then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/[Z].
- SQL indicator starts blinking.
- There are 11 squelch levels to choose from: OP is completely open; 10 is tight squelch; 1 is loose squelch level. w Push [SQLMONI] again to return to normal condition.
- When no switch is pushed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to normal condition. 4 Blinks during the squelch level adjutment. Push Indicates the squelch level. 9 Monitor function The monitor function releases the noise squelch mute to check the volume level. See p. 12 for details of the monitor switch action. Push [SQLMONI] for 1 sec. and keep holding to activate the monitor function. appears and audio is emitted. Backlit function This function is convenient for night time operation. The backlit brightness can be adjusted in the SET mode. (p. 12) Push any key except for [PTT] to turn the backlit ON. appears and audio is emitted. The backlit is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. 4 BASIC OPERATION Lock function This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT],
[SQLMONI] and [Hi/Lo
]) to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. Push [Hi/Lo
] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and OFF. Push for 1 sec. Appears while the lock function is used. Signal strength indicator The received signal strength level is indicated by number of bars as below. Only the antenna mark appears when receiving no signal or a very weak signal when the signal strength indicator is set to ON in the SET mode (p. 14). This indicator can be hidden by using the SET mode (p. 14) if de-
sired. Indication Signal strength 10 Strong Middle Weak No signal or Very weak SET MODE 5 SET mode programming SET mode is used to change the condition of 11 transceiver functions: beep tone function, monitor switch action, backlit function, LCD contrast selection, auto power save function, self check function, battery voltage indicator, signal strength indicator and squelch sensitivity function. D SET mode operation q Turn power OFF. w While pushing [SQLMONI], turn power ON to enter the SET mode. bp (Beep tone function setting) appears. e Push [SQLMONI] or [SQLMONI] and [Y]/[Z] to select the desired item, if necessary. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition of the item. t Push [16] to exit the SET mode. 5 D SET MODE ITEMS The displays show the default settings, and the selected item is displayed in the dotted circle. Squelch sensitivity Beep tone Monitor switch Signal strength indicator Starting item Backlighting
: Push Push and
: Push and Battery voltage Self check Auto power save LCD contrast 11 5 SET MODE SET mode items D Beep tone function bP You can select silent operation by turning the beep tones OFF, or you can have 2 types of confirmation beeps sound at the push of a key. When ON is selected, a fixed beep
(Pi) sounds, and when US is selected, the preset beeps
(e.g. do, re, mi) sound. Beep tone synchronizes with the volume level. The beeps sound during call channel programming even if this function is turned OFF. Push Beep tone ON (default) Beep tone OFF D Monitor switch action Sq The monitor switch action cuts off the squelch function tem-
porarily. This switch action contains PUSH (Pu) or HOLD
(Ho) settings as shown below. PU (PUSH): After pushing [SQLMONI] for 1 sec., the squelch opens and emits audio. The squelch is held open while continuously pushing and holding [SQLMONI].
(default) HO (HOLD): After pushing [SQLMONI] for 1 sec., the squelch opens and emits audio even if [SQLMONI] is re-
leased. To close the squelch, push any switch. Push PUSH setting (default) HOLD setting 12 D Backlit function bL This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The back-
lit brightness can be adjusted from OFF, 1 (dark)3 (bright);
3 (default). Select 13 to turn this function ON. The automatic backlit turns the backlit ON when any switch except for [PTT] is pushed. The backlit is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. Push Backlighting ON
(default) Backlighting OFF D LCD contrast selection LC The contrast of the LCD can be adjusted from 4 levels. 1 (bright)4 (dark); 3 (default) Push Middle contrast
(default) Low contrast SET MODE 5 D Auto power save function PS The auto power save function reduces battery drain by de-
activating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. ON : The power save function is turned ON. The power save func-
tion will activate when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 5 sec. OFF: The power save function is turned OFF. D Self check function SC The self check function checks the transceiver conditions by itself, and informs you in case a problem is found. Self check automatically and quickly runs through its diagnostic steps each time the radio is turned ON. Afterwards, the radio switches to normal operation mode. Temperature : Outside of 35C to +80C; 31F to +173F 5 Push Power save ON
(default) Power save OFF
(approx.) Connected battery voltage Push Self check OFF (default) Self check ON When error messages as shown below are displayed, see troubleshooting for advice. (p. 24) Temperature error Battery voltage error 13 5 SET MODE D Battery voltage indicator bt This function controls display or non-display settings of the connected battery packs voltage when the power is ON. The voltage of the connected battery pack is displayed for 2 sec. D Squelch sensitivity function SS When this function is turned ON, blocking against noise is improved. Therefore the squelch is not easily affected by noise. after power is turned ON. Push Battery voltage indicator OFF
(default) Battery voltage indicator ON Squelch sensitivity OFF Squelch sensitivity ON
(default) Push D Signal strength indicator Sl The signal strength indicator displays received signal strength like an S-meter. This function is convenient to check the signal strength visually. The strength is displayed at 4 steps. The antenna mark and 3 bars appear when receiving strong sig-
nals. The antenna mark only appears when receiving no signal when the signal strength indicator is ON. Signal strength indicator OFF
(default) 14 Push Signal strength indicator ON SET MODE LIST Indication Function Backlit function Beep tone function Monitor switch action LCD contrast selection Auto power save function Battery voltage indicator Signal strength indicator Self check function Squelch sensitivity
*default setting bP Sq bL LC PS SC bt SI SS Condition OFF/ON*/US PUSH*/HOLD OFF/1/2/3*
1/2/3*/4 OFF/ON*
OFF*/ON OFF*/ON OFF*/ON OFF*/ON SET MODE 5 5 15 6 BP-234 BATTERY PACK The optional BP-234 battery pack is a non-rechargeable, Lithium battery pack for operation in a survival craft. The fol-
lowing precaution must be observed. NEVER dispose of the BP-234 battery pack in a fire. This could result in an explosion. DO NOT short-circuit the BP-234 battery pack. Metal contact
(such as paper clip, another battery, etc.) across the battery con-
tacts can result in a sustained high rate discharge, which could damage the battery, void the warranty and create a burn or a fire hazard. NEVER expose of the BP-234 battery pack to excessive heat of 60C (+140F) or above. This could result in electrolyte leakage, possibly causing an explosion or fire. NEVER attempt to recharge the BP-234. Lithium batteries may explode or cause a fire in such cases. DO NOT disassemble the BP-234 battery pack. The BP-234 bat-
tery pack contains no user serviceable parts. Internal battery gas can cause throat irritation. Also, exposed lithium may generate heat and ignite. 16 DO NOT apply excessive pressure to the battery. This may result in electrolyte leakage, possibly causing an explosion. The storage life of the BP-234 is about 5 years. Once the expira-
tion date on the battery pack passes, a new battery pack must be purchased. For safety reasons, once the BP-234 is used, a spare one should be purchased. The original battery pack can be continued to be used for regular communications; save the spare one for emer-
gency situations. BP-234 Lithium battery pack IMPORTANT!
This battery pack is for EMERGENCY USE ONLY. Usable temperature range is within 20C to +55C
(4F to +131F). Stored temperature range is within 30C to +35C
(22F to +95F). Once this bags seal is broken, a new emergency battery pack must be used for EMERGENCY use. BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) 7 M Battery charging Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power OFF while charging. Recommended temperature range for charging:
+10C to +40C (+50F to +104F) Use the specified chargers (BC-173). NEVER use another manufacturers charger. Use the supplied AC adapter for the BC-173. NEVER use another manufacturers adapters. Turn the transceiver OFF when charging an attached bat-
tery pack. Otherwise, the battery pack may not become full-charging or may not charge properly. M Battery cautions CAUTION! NEVER insert a battery pack or a trans-
ceiver (with the battery pack attached) that is wet or soiled into the charger. This may result in corrosion of the charger terminals or damage to the charger. The charger is not wa-
terproof and water can easily get into it. NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may cause an explosion. 6 7 NEVER immerse a battery pack in water. If the battery pack becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry immediately (par-
ticularly the battery terminals), and especially BEFORE at-
taching it to the transceiver. NEVER short terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace, etc. Those may cause burn, electric shock or fire. Therefore, be careful when carrying in a pocket, backpack or handbag, and when placing the radio near metal objects. If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery still do not retain a charge (or very little), a new battery pack must be replaced. 17 7 BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) D Charging connections q Attach the BC-173 to a flat surface, such as a desk. w Connect the AC adapter as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger. The charge indicator lights green. r Charge the battery pack approx. 8 hours, depending on the remaining power condition. DO NOT charge the BP-252 more than 12 hours. Oth-
erwise, the BP-252 will be damaged. Turn power OFF MIC
/SP BP-252 IC-GM1600 Charge indicator Lights green when the BP-252
(with/without IC-GM1600) is inserted. Supplied screws BC-173 AC adapter*
*Plug type is dependent on version. 18 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP 8 MB-86 contents Qty. Belt clip. 1 Base clip. 1 Supplied screws . 2 Attachment q Screw the base clip to the back of the transceiver using the two screws (supplied) as shown below. Supplied screws w Clip the belt clip over your belt and insert the transceiver. e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels as illus-
trated below. Detachment Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the arrow and pull out from the belt clip. 8 R CAUTION!
HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN HANGING OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the belt clip or swivelled properly attached to the belt clip and may not swivel properly. The transceiver could then be acciden-
tally dropped and scratched or damaged . 19 9 CHANNEL LIST FOR SURVIVAL OPERATION Channel number 06 10 13 16 68 72 77 TX/RX Channel number TX/RX Channel number TX/RX 156.300 MHz 156.500 MHz 156.650 MHz 156.800 MHz 156.425 MHz 156.625 MHz 156.875 MHz 08 11 14 17*
69 73 156.400 MHz 156.550 MHz 156.700 MHz 156.850 MHz 156.475 MHz 156.675 MHz 09 12 15*
67 71 74 156.450 MHz 156.600 MHz 156.750 MHz 156.375 MHz 156.575 MHz 156.725 MHz
*U.S.A. version is low power only 20 TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The battery is exhausted. Bad connection to the battery pack. Squelch level is too deep. Volume level is too low. Speaker has been exposed to water. Water has entered the [MIC/SP] connector. Some channels are for low power or re-
ceive only. The battery is exhausted. Change to a new battery pack (Survival). Recharge the battery pack (On-board). Check the connection to the transceiver. Set squelch to the threshold point. Rotate [VOL] to set a suitable level. Drain water from the speaker. Dry [MIC/SP] connector. Change channels. Change to a new battery pack (Survival). Recharge the battery pack (On-board). PROBLEM The transceiver does not turn ON. No sound from the speaker. Transmitting is impos-
sible, or high power can not be selected. The displayed channel cannot be changed. No beeps. The output power is set to low. Lock function is activated. Beep tones are turned OFF. Self check error.
(Temperature) The temperature is outside of 35C to
+80C; 31F to +173F (approx.). Self check error.
(Battery voltage) The connected battery packs voltage is more than 11 V. Push [Hi/Lo Push [Hi/Lo function.
] to select high power.
] for 1 sec. to cancel the Set the beep tones to ON (Fix Beep/User Beep) on the SET mode. Leave the transceiver at room temperature for a while. Turn the power ON to check if the internal temperature has returned to normal. Verify the battery voltage is correct. p. 12 10 REF p. 16 pgs. 1720 p. 3 p. 9 p. 8 pgs. 8, 23 p. 16 pgs. 1720 p. 8 p. 10 10 11 21 11 SPECIFICATIONS D GENERAL Frequency coverage (TX/RX) Mode Channel spacing Power supply requirement Current drain (approx.) at 7.5 V DC [USA]
at 7.2 V DC [GEN]
Usable temperature range
[USA]
[GEN]
Antenna impedance Dimensions
(Projections not included) Weight (with BP-234) D TRANSMITTER Output power at 7.5 V DC [USA]
at 7.2 V DC [GEN]
Modulation system Frequency error
[USA]
[GEN]
Microphone impedance Max. frequency deviation Adjacent channel power Audio harmonics distortion FM hum and noise Spurious emissions
[USA]
[GEN]
22
: 156.300156.875 MHz
: 16K0G3E
: 25 kHz
: Battery packs (BP-234 or BP-252)
: TX High (2 W) 1.0 A TX Low (1 W) 700 mA Max. audio 200 mA
:
20C to +60C; 4F to +140F 20C to +55C; 4F to +131F
: 50
: 65(W) 145(H) 44(D) mm 29/16(W) 523/32(H) 13/4(D) inch
: Approx. 385 g (13.6 oz) D RECEIVER Receive system Sensitivity
[USA] (at 12 dB SINAD)
[GEN] (at 20 dB SINAD) Squelch sensitivity (at threshold)
[USA]
[GEN]
Intermodulation rejection ratio
[USA]
[GEN]
Spurious response rejection ratio Adjacent channel selectivity Hum and noise Audio output power
[USA]
: 2 W (Hi) and 1 W (Low)
[GEN]
: Double-conversion superheterodyne
:
0.25 V typical 2 dB EMF typical
:
0.35 V typical 6 dB EMF typical
:
70 dB 68 dB
: 70 dB
: 70 dB
: 40 dB
:
0.35 W typical at 10% distor-
tion with an 8 load. 0.20 W at 10% distortion with an 8 load. All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation
: Variable reactance frequency modulation
:
5.0 ppm
(20C to +60C; 4F to +140F) 1.5 kHz
(20C to +55C; 4F to +131F)
: 2 k
: 5.0 kHz
: 70 dB
: 10% at 60% deviation
: 40 dB
:
70 dBc typical 0.25 W (30 MHz to 1 GHz) 1 W (12 GHz) D BATTERY PACKS
<FOR SURVIVAL CRAFT USE>
BP-234 lithium battery pack 9.0 V/3300 mAh Lithium battery pack.
<FOR ON-BOARD USE>
BP-252 lithium battery pack 7.4 V/980 mAh Li-ion battery pack. D BELT CLIPS MB-103Y belt clip The same as supplied with the transceiver. MB-86 swivel belt clip Belt clip for swivel type. MB-96F/96N belt hanger MB-96F: Attaches with the supplied belt clip (Not swivel type). MB-96N: Belt hanger for swivel type. D CHARGERS <FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY>
BC-173 desktop charger + BC-147SA/SE* ac adapter Used for regular charging of battery pack. The same as supplied with the transceiver. Charging time: approx. 8 hours (BP-252).
*The supplied AC adapter is dependent on version. Different versions of this radio use different options. Ask your authorized dealers for details. OPTIONS 12 12 13 23 A-6383D-1EX-e Printed in Japan 20042016 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan