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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

1200 MHz FM TRANSCEIVER IC-1201A IC-1201E

Icom Inc.

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CAUTIONS

Before using the transceiver, read all the instructions carefully and completely.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL – This instruction manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the IC-1201A/E.

NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This will ruin the transceiver.

NEVER connect more than 16 V DC power to the transceiver. Check the source voltage before connecting the power cable.

NEVER allow children to touch the transceiver during operation.

NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.

AVOID using or storing the transceiver in places with temperatures below -10°C (+14°F) or over +60°C (+140°F).

DO NOT place the transceiver in excessively humid environments.

AVOID placing the transceiver in direct sunlight, such as on the dashboard.

AVOID placing in excessively dusty environments.

BE CAREFUL! The heatsink may become hot when operating the transceiver for long periods.

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CAUTI	ONS	i
TABLE	OF CONTENTS	ii
FORE	VORD	iii
UNPAC	KING	iii
1 FEA	TURES	1
2 PAN	IEL DESCRIPTION	2
2 - 1	FRONT PANEL	2
2 - 2	FUNCTION DISPLAY	4
2 - 3	REAR PANEL	5
2 - 4	MICROPHONE	5
3 INS	TALLATION	6
4 MO	DE CONSTRUCTION	9
5 BAS	IC OPERATIONS	11
5 - 1	FREQUENCY
	SETTING	11
5 - 2	RECEIVING	12
5 - 3	TRANSMITTING	12
5 - 4	REPEATER
	OPERATION	14

6	REL	ATED FUNCTIONS	16
	6 - 1	AFC, RIT AND
		VXO OPERATIONS	16
	6 - 2	MEMORY OPERATIONS	18
	6 - 3	SCAN FUNCTIONS	20
	6 - 4	PRIORITY WATCH	24
	6 - 5	CALL CHANNEL
		MODE	26
	6 - 6	DIMMER CONTROL	27
	6 - 7	BEEP ON/OFF	27
	6 - 8	LOCK FUNCTION	27
7	POCI	KET BEEP AND TONE
	SQUI	ELCH	28
	7 - 1	UT-40 INSTALLATION .	28
	7 - 2	POCKET BEEP
		FUNCTION	29
	7 - 3	TONE SQUELCH
		FUNCTION	29
8	MAI	NTENANCE	30
	8 - 1	TROUBLESHOOTING	30
	8 - 2	CPU RESETTING	31
	8 - 3	MISCELLANEOUS
		MAINTENANCE	32
9	INSI	DE VIEWS	33
10	SPEC		34
11	OPTI	ONS	35
	SCH	EMATIC/BLOCK

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FOREWORD

Thank you for purchasing the IC-1201A/E 1200 MHz FM TRANSCEIVER from Icom.

Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before operating your new IC-1201A/E. For further information, please feel free to contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center.

UNPACKING

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3	Mobile mounting bracket	1
٩	Mounting bracket knobs	4
5	Self-tapping screws (AO 5 x 16)	4
6	Screws (M5 x 12)	4
1	Flat washers (M5)	4
8	Flat washers (M4)	4
9	Set screws (A) 4 x 8	4
10	Nuts (M5)	4
	Fuses (10 A)	2
12	External speaker plug	1
(])	Cable lugs	2
1	Microphone hanger	1
(5)	Support bracket	1
	* HM-12 for IC-1201A (U.S.A. version)
	HM-15 for IC-1201E (Europe version)

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FFATURES

• AEC FUNCTION

Icom's advanced AFC* system automatically and immediately tunes the receive frequency or both transmit and receive frequencies to the frequency of the transmitting station when transmitting station is off frequency. * Automatic Frequency Control

A GaAs FET MGF1502 is used for the RE front end circuit The EET ensures low noise figure characteristics and superior sensitivity at less than

0.22 µV for 12 dB SINAD.

HIGH SENSITIVITY

•20 MEMORY CHANNELS

•SCAN FUNCTIONS

•STABLE OUTPUT POWER

•POCKET BEEP FUNCTION

•COMPACT BODY

The IC-1201A/E contains 20 fully programmable channels and 1 call channel. Each channel can store all information required to work a repeater

The IC-1201A/E is equipped wth 2 scan functions: programmed scan and memory scan. A memory skip function is also included. In addition, priority watch waits for a call from a station while you're in contact with another station

The IC-1201A/E utilizes a newly designed from power module (SC-1066). This module steadily transmits 10 W of clean powerful output.

When the optional UT-40 TONE SQUELCH UNIT is installed, a 30 sec. alarm is emitted when a subaudible tone identical to your pre-programmed tone is received. This is especially convenient for busy schedules, etc.

Compact at just 140(W) x 40(H) x 200(D) mm [5.5(W) x 1.6(H) x 7.9(D) in] *, the IC-1201A/E will fit anywhere in your vehicle making it the ideal traveller

* Projections not included.

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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

2-1 FRONT PANEL

TRANSMIT INDICATOR [TX]

Lights while transmitting (p. 13)

BECEIVE INDICATOR [BX] Lights when the squelch opens. (p. 12)

CALL CHANNEL SWITCH [CALL] Selects a call channel (p. 26)

VEO/MEMORY SWITCH [VEO/M] Selects VFO or MEMORY mode. (pgs. 11, 18)

TUNING CONTROL

Changes the operating frequency. (p. 11)
Changes the memory channel (n 18)
Changes contents of SET mode displays. (p. 10)

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MEMORY WRITE SWITCH [MW]

Writes a memory channel. (p. 19)
Transfers the contents of a memory channel to the VEO (n 19)
Programs a call channel. (p. 26)

LOCK SWITCH [LOCK]

Deactivates the TUNING CONTROL and some switches. (n 27)

SET MODE SWITCH [SET]

Selects SET mode and advances SET mode displays. (p. 10)
Programs a memory channel to be skipped in ME-MORY mode. (p. 23)

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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

2-3 REAR PANEL

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3 INSTALLATION

(1) LOCATION

Select a location for the transceiver that does not interfere with driving in any way. We recommend the location shown in the figure below.

(2) MOUNTING

After mounting the transceiver, be sure all screws have been tightened.

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INSTALLATION 3

(3) BATTERY CONNECTION

(4) EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY

Use a 13.8 V DC power source with more than 6 A capability. The optional PS-45 AC POWER SUPPLY is suitable for base station operation.

When using the transceiver as a base station, make sure a ground terminal of the power supply is grounded. Use the heaviest gauge wire or strap available and make the connection as short as possible.

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3 INSTALLATION

(5) ANTENNA LOCATION

To obtain maximum performance from the transceiver, select a high-quality antenna and a and location

(6) ANTENNA CONNECTOR

A Type-N antenna connector is used for the

1) Slide the nut, washer, and rubber gasket over the coaxial cable and cut the end of the

cable evenly.

2) Cut and remove 15 mm of the outer vinvl jacket and fold the braid back over the clamp. The clamp end should be flush with the end of the vinvl jacket. Evenly trim the

Cut and remove 6 mm of the dielectric (the center conductor insulation)

3) Soft solder the center conductor. Install a center conductor pin and solder it.
4) Carefully slide the plug into place aligning the center conductor pin on the cable with the hole in the insulator inside the connector body.
5) Complete the assembly by screwing the nut into the connector body

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MODE CONSTRUCTION

The IC-1201A/E has 4 different modes for versatile multi-function operations.

This mode is used for normal operations over the entire band.

This mode is used for operating the transceiver using memory channel contents. You can use 20 memory channels for programming (i.e., repeater frequencies, your ground frequency, etc.).

This mode provides 1 call channel operation separate from the memory channel. You can program the most often used frequency into this

Use SET mode to program data. (p. 10)

channel

Push the [SET] switch to select SET mode in the VFO mode. The display you last used appears.

MODE CONSTRUCTION

(1) VFO MODE

(2) MEMORY MODE

(3) CALL CHANNEL MODE

(4) SET MODE

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4 MODE CONSTRUCTION

SET MODE CONSTRUCTION CHART

Push the [SET] switch while in VFO mode to select SET mode. The previously set position appears.

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BASIC OPERATIONS

5-1 FREQUENCY SETTING

The frequency can be set with the TUNING CONTROL or the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone.

1) Push the [PUSH-ON/VOL] control to turn ON power.
When "M" or "C" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY, push the [VFO/M] switch to select VFO mode.
3) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL or push the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone to change the operating frequency.
- Select a tuning step increment in SET mode. (p. 13)

NOTE: When the decimal point disappears the TUNING CONTROL does not change the operating frequency since the BIT or VXO function is activated. In this case, push the TUNING CONTROL to turn OFF the function (n. 17)

4) Push the [TS] switch to select a MHz tuning step increment.
- The TUNING CONTROL changes the frequency in a MHz step.
- The [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone does not change the frequency in a MHz step.
- Push the [TS] switch again to return to the previous tuning step.

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5 BASIC OPERATIONS

5-2 RECEIVING

1) Push the [PUSH-ON/VOL] control to turn power ON and rotate the [SQL/MONITOR] control maximum counterclockwise.
- The [RX] indicator lights.
2) Rotate the [PUSH-ON/VOL] control to the desired audio level.
3) Rotate the [SQL/MONITOR] control to the squelch threshold point.
4) Set the desired frequency with the TUNING CONTROL or the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone.
5) To monitor the operating frequency momentarily, push the [SQL/MONITOR] control.
- The squelch opens while the [SQL/MONITOR] control is pushed.
6) Use the R-AFC, TR-AFC, RIT or VXO function, if required. (p. 16)

5-3 TRANSMITTING

CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the frequency before transmitting.
1) When "DUP—" or "DUP" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY, push the [DUP] switch until it disappears to select a simplex mode.
- Select duplex mode for repeater operation. (p. 14)
2) Push the [HI/LO] switch to select output power.
- HIGH : 10 W LOW : 1 W
- "LOW" appears only when LOW power is selected.

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BASIC OPERATIONS 5

3) Push and hold the [PTT] switch on the microphone.
- The [TX] indicator lights and the S/RF INDICATOR shows relative output power selection.
4) Speak into the microphone using your normal voice level.
- Do not hold the microphone too closely to your mouth or speak too loudly. This may distort the signal.
5) Release the [PTT] switch to return to receiving.

1) Select VFO mode. (p. 11)
Push the [SET] switch until a tuning step increment flashes on the FUNCTION DIS-PLAY as shown at left.
- IC-1201A : 10 or 20 kHz IC-1201E : 12.5 or 25 kHz
3) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL for the desired tuning step increment.

4) Push the [SET] switch again.

5) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to select MHz tuning step increments as shown below:

FUNCTION DISPLAY	MHz TUNING STEP INCREMENT
1.000	1 MHz
5.000	5 MHz
10.000	10 MHz

6) Push the [VFO/M] switch to set increments and to return to VFO mode.

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5 BASIC OPERATION

5-4 REPEATER OPERATION

2) Transmit.

When you want to contact a station through a repeater, set the transceiver to duplex. To access a repeater which requires a tone, see below.

1) Push the [DUP] switch once to set -duplex or push again to set +duplex.
- "DUP-" or "DUP" appears on the FUNC-TION DISPLAY.

"DUP-" : Transmit freq. = Receive freq. - Offset freq. "DUP" : Transmit freq. = Receive freq. + Offset freq.

2) Push the [PTT] switch to transmit on the repeater input frequency.
3) To check transmit frequency (repeater input frequency), push the [SQL/MONITOR] control. The squelch opens.
- This allows checking of the signal strength of your contacted station directly without going through a repeater.
SUBAUDIBLE TONE (IC-1201A only)

Push the [T/T.SQL] switch to turn the subaudible tone encoder ON and OFF.

"T" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.

• 1750 Hz` TONE CALL (IC-1201E only)

Push and hold the [TONE] switch on the microphone for about 1 ~ 3 sec. to transmit 1750 Hz tone call signals.

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BASIC OPERATION 5

USING SET MODE SETTING AN OFFSET When d FREQUENCY transcei

The display shows that the offset frequency is set at 12 MHz.

When duplex operation has been selected, the transceiver transmits on a frequency equal to the receive frequency plus or minus the offset frequency.

1) Select VFO mode. (p. 11)

2) Push the [SET] switch until "DUP" flashes on the FUNCTION DISPLAY as shown at left.

3) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to select the desired offset frequency.
- Use the [TS] switch to select a MHz tuning step increment. (p. 13)
4) Push the [VFO/M] switch to set the frequency and to return to VFO mode.

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6 RELATED FUNCTIONS 6-1 AFC, RIT AND VXO OPERATIONS (1) PRESETTING When the transmitting station is off frequency, select one of four functions in SET mode as described below. R-AFC FUNCTION Automatically fine tunes receive frequency to the frequency of the transmitting station. Use this function when the transmitting station uses the AFC function. TR-AFC FUNCTION

frequencies to the frequency of the transmitting station. Use this function when the transmitting station does not use the AFC function.

Manually fine tunes both transmit and receive frequencies.

Manually fine tunes receive frequency.

USING SET MODE

SELECTING THE R-AFC, TR-AFC, RIT OR VXO OPERATION

The display shows that R-AFC is selected.

1) Select VFO mode. (p. 11)
Push the [SET] switch to select the desired operation until "r.AFc", "tr.AFc", "rit" or "UHo" appears as shown at left.
3) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to select the desired function described below:

		FINE TUNING
FUNCTION	DISPLAY	TRANSMIT FRE- QUENCY	RECEIVE FRE- QUENCY
R-AFC	r.AFc		Auto
TR-AFC	tr.AFc	Auto	Auto
RIT	rit		Manual
VXO	UHo	Manual	Manual

4) Push the [VFO/M] switch to set the operation and to return to VFO mode.

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(2) AFC OPERATION

1) Select R-AFC or TR-AFC using SET mode. (p. 16)
2) Push the TUNING CONTROL to activate the AFC function.
- AFC automatically and immediately fine tunes receive frequency or both receive and transmit frequencies to the frequency of the transmitting station.
- "◀" or "▶" flashes while AFC tunes or when the off frequency is within approx. ±5.5 ~ 7.0 kHz.
- The decimal point does not disappear.
3) Push the TUNING CONTROL again to cancel the function.
(3) RIT OR VXO OPERATION

1) Select the RIT or VXO function using SET mode.
2) Push the TUNING CONTROL to activate the RIT or VXO function.
- The decimal point disappears.
- "◀" and/or "▶" appear.
- " ◄ " or " ▶ " shows the fine tuning direction.
- RIT or VXO operates in a range of ±5.5 kHz.
- " 4 " or " ▶ " flashes when RIT or VXO exceeds operation range of ±5.5 kHz.
3) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL for fine tuning.
4) Push the TUNING CONTROL again to cancel the function.

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6-2 MEMORY OPERATIONS

The transceiver has 20 memory channels. Each memory channel independently stores an operating frequency, offset frequency, subaudible tone frequency (the IC-1201A or IC-1201E with the optional UT-40), and memory skip function.

(1) MEMORY READING

1) Push the [VFO/M] switch to select MEMORY mode.

• "M" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.

2) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to select the desired memory channel.
- The [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone also changes the memory channel.
3) Push the [VFO/M] switch again to return to VFO mode.

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(2) MEMORY WRITING

1) Push the [VFO/M] switch to select MEMORY mode.

2) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to select the desired memory channel.
3) Push the [VFO/M] switch to select VFO mode. "M" disappears from the FUNCTION DIS-PLAY.
4) Select the operating frequency. (p. 11)
- Repeater or other information contents can be programmed. (pgs. 14, 29)
5) Push and hold the [MW] switch until three beeps are emitted from the speaker.The information is now programmed.

(3) MEMORY TRANSFERRING

In MEMORY mode

Copy and transfer the displayed memory contents into VFO. This function is useful for searching for signals around the memory channel frequency.

The memory channel contents are not erased.

1) Push the [VFO/M] switch to select MEMORY mode.
2) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to select the desired memory channel.
3) Push and hold the [MW] switch until three beeps are emitted from the speaker.
- The memory contents have been transferred into VFO.
- The transceiver returns to VFO mode.

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6-3 SCAN FUNCTIONS

(1) PROGRAMMED SCAN

There are two scan functions: programmed scan and memory scan. The memory skip function can be used with memory scan.

The programmed scan function scans between two frequencies.

when

1) Select VFO mode. (p. 11)

2) Set scan edge frequencies using SET mode. (p. 21)

NOTE: Programmed scan does not function

priority watch is activated. (p. 24) scan edge A and B are equal. (p. 21)

3) Rotate the [SQL/MONITOR] control to the squelch threshold point.
- The [RX] indicator goes out.
4) Push and hold the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone for about 0.5 sec. to start the scan, and then release the switch.
- [UP] : upwards scan.
  - [DN] : downwards scan.
- The decimal point flashes.
5) When receiving a signal, scan stops.
- After 15 sec., scan resumes.
- 2 sec. after the signal disappears, scan starts again.
6) To cancel the scan, push the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone.
- The TUNING CONTROL and some other switches also cancel the scan.

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- USING SET MODE

SETTING SCAN EDGES

1) Select VFO mode. (p. 11)

Push the [SET] switch until "A" flashes in the right corner of the FUNCTION DIS-PLAY as shown at left.
3) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to set the desired "A" scan edge frequency.
- Use the [TS] switch together with the TUNING CONTROL to advance the frequency in a MHz step.
4) Push the [SET] switch once. "b" flashes on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.
5) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL for the other "b" scan edge.
6) Push the [VFO/M] switch to set scan edges and return to VFO mode.

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(2) MEMORY SCAN

The memory scan function scans all memory channels in succession. To skip certain channels, use the memory channel skip function. (p. 23)

1) Select MEMORY mode with the [VFO/M] switch. (p. 18)
2) Rotate the [SQL/MONITOR] control to the squelch threshold point.
- The [RX] indicator goes out.
3) Push and hold the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone for about 0.5 sec. to start the scan, and then release the switch.
- [UP] : upwards scan.
- Both "M" and the decimal point flash.
4) When receiving a signal, scan stops.
- After 15 sec., scan resumes.
- 2 sec. after the signal disappears, scan starts again.
5) To cancel the scan, push the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone.
- The TUNING CONTROL and some other switches also cancel the scan.

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(3) MEMORY SKIP FUNCTION

This function is used to skip memory channels you do not wish to scan during memory scan.

The memory skip function can also be used for priority watch (VFO ↔ memory channels). (p. 24)

Programmed as a skip channel.

1) Select MEMORY mode with the [VFO/M] switch. (p. 18)
- "M" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.
2) Select the memory channel to be skipped with the TUNING CONTROL.
3) Push the [SET] switch to program the selected memory channel to be skipped.
- Memory channel number flashes.
- To cancel the skip function, push the [SET] switch again.
Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to select other memory channels or push the [VFO/M] switch to return to VFO mode.

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6-4 PRIORITY WATCH

(1) VFO ↔ MEMORY OR CALL CHANNEL

Every 5 sec., priority watch monitors a frequency you programmed while you operate on the VFO frequency.

1) Set the desired operating frequency in VFO mode. (p. 11)
2) Select a memory channel or the call channel to be watched. (pgs. 18, 26)
3) Push the [PRIO] switch to start priority watch. "PRIO" appears on the FUNCTION DIS-PLAY.
4) When a signal is received on the watching frequency (memory or call channel), priority watch stops for 15 sec.
- "PRIO" flashes.
- After 15 sec., priority watch resumes.
- 2 sec. after the signal disappears, priority watch starts again.
5) To cancel priority watch, push the [PRIO] switch when the operating frequency is displayed.

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(2) VFO ↔ MEMORY CHANNELS

Priority watch can also watch each memory channels in approx. 5 sec. consecutive intervals.

1) Set the desired operating frequency in VFO mode. (p. 11)
2) Push the [VFO/M] switch to select MEMORY mode.
- The memory skip function can be used. (p. 23)
3) Push and hold the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone for about 0.5 sec. to start memory scan. (p. 22)
4) Push the [PRIO] switch to start priority watch.
- "PRIO" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.
- Memory channels change every 5 sec.
5) When a signal is received on the watching frequency (memory channel), priority watch stops for 15 sec.
- "PRIO" flashes.
- After 15 sec., priority watch resumes.
- 2 sec. after the signal disappears, priority watch starts again.
6) To cancel priority watch, push the [PRIO] switch when the VFO frequency is displayed.

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6-5 CALL CHANNEL MODE

The transceiver has an independent CALL CHAN-NEL mode which provides easy selection of your most used frequency.

CALL CHANNEL mode can be selected from VFO and MEMORY modes.

(1) CALL CHANNEL READING

1) Push the [CALL] switch to select CALL CHANNEL mode.
- "C" appears in the place of the MEMORY CHANNEL READOUT.
- The TUNING CONTROL is deactivated.
2) Push the [CALL] switch again to return to the previous mode.
- The [VFO/M] switch also leaves CALL CHANNEL mode.

(2) CALL CHANNEL PROGRAMMING

Push and hold.

1) Push the [VFO/M] switch to select VFO mode.
2) Select the frequency as a call channel. Repeater or other information can be programmed, (pgs. 14, 29)
3) Push the [CALL] switch to select CALL CHANNEL mode.
4) Push and hold the [MW] switch until three beep tones are emitted from the speaker.
- The selected frequency is programmed into the call channel.

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6-6 DIMMER CONTROL

The display shows the brightest intensity.

The intensity of the FUNCTION DISPLAY backlight is adjustable as follows:

1) Select VFO mode. (p. 11)

Push the [SET] switch until "d-1", "d-2", "d-3" or "d-4" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.
3) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL for the desired lighting intensity.
4) Push the [VFO/M] switch to set the intensity and to return to VFO mode.

6-7 BEEP ON/OFF

The display shows that been is ON.

6-8 LOCK FUNCTION

The speaker emits a beep tone each time a switch is pushed. Turn ON or OFF beep tones as follows:

1) Select VFO mode. (p. 11)
2) Push the [SET] switch until "b-on" or "b-oFF" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.
3) Rotate the TUNING CONTROL to select beep ON and OFF.
4) Push the [VFO/M] switch to set the condition and to return to VFO mode.

This function deactivates the TUNING CONTROL and switches on the front panel.

1) Push the [LOCK] switch to lock switches and the TUNING CONTROL.
- The [SQL/MONITOR], [PUSH-ON/VOL] controls and [PTT] switch are not locked.

2) Push the [LOCK] switch again to unlock.

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7 рос

POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH

7-1 UT-40 INSTALLATION

Fig. 1

Install the optional UT-40 TONE SQUELCH UNIT for pocket beep and tone squelch functions.

CAUTION: Turn OFF power and disconnect the DC power cable before removing covers from the transceiver.

1) Remove 4 screws from the top and bottom covers and remove the covers. (Fig. 1)
2) Remove 4 screws from the left and right sides of the front panel. (Fig. 2)
3) Remove the front panel. (Fig. 2)
4) Connect P5 plug (10 pins) from the IC-1201A/E PLL UNIT to the UT-40 connector. (Fig. 3)
5) Peel off white sheet from the back of the UT-40.
6) Install the UT-40 in the proper position. (Fig. 3)
7) Replace the front panel, covers and screws.

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POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH 7

7-2 POCKET REEP FUNCTION

The pocket beep function alerts you using 30 sec. beep tones and "SQL" flashing when a signal with the same subaudible tone as pre-programmed is received The optional UT-40 is necessary

NOTE: Some repeaters are equipped with filters that filter out subaudible tones. Using the pocket beep or tone squelch function when contacting other stations may not always be possible.

1) Set the desired subaudible tone frequency. (p. 15)
2) Push the [T/T SOL] switch until "SOL" anpears on the ELINCTION DISPLAY
3) When a same subaudible tone as preprogrammed is received, beep tones are emitted from the speaker.
- "SOL" flashes on the EUNCTION DISPLAY
4) Push any switch on the front panel or the [PTT] switch on the microphone to stop beep tones.
- The tone squelch function is automatically activated

7.3 TONE SOLIELCH FUNCTION

When a signal with the same subaudible tone as pre-programmed is received, the squelch opens. The optional UT-40 is necessary

1) Set the desired subaudible tone frequency. (n 15)
2) Push the [T/T.SQL] switch until "T SQL" appears on the EUNCTION DISPLAY.
3) When the same subaudible tone as pre-programmed is received the squelch opens.
- Push the [SQL/MONITOR] control to open the squelch, if desired

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8 MA

MAINTENANCE

8-1 TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION	REF.
1. Power does not come ON.	Polarity of the power con- nection is reversed.	Reconnect the power cable observing the proper polari- ty.	p. 7
	● Blown fuse.	Check the cause, then replace the fuse.	p. 32
2. No sound comes from the speaker.	The [SQL/MONITOR] control is turned too far clockwise.	• Set the [SQL/MONITOR] control at the threshold point.	p. 12
	The optional tone squelch is turned ON, if the UT-40 is installed.	• Turn OFF the tone squelch function.	p. 29
No contact possi- ble with another station.	The transceiver is set to duplex.	• Set to simplex.	p. 12
Repeater cannot be accessed.	Wrong offset frequency is programmed.	Correct the offset fre- quency.	p. 15
	Wrong subaudible tone fre- quency is programmed.	Correct the subaudible tone frequency.	p. 15
		Be sure the offset and subaudible tone frequencies are independently program- med on each memory channel.
Frequency cannot be set.	The [LOCK] switch is turned ON.	Turn OFF the [LOCK] switch.	p. 27
	CALL CHANNEL mode is selected.	• Push the [CALL] switch to leave CALL CHANNEL mode.	p. 26
	RIT or VXO function is activated.	Push the TUNING CON- TROL.	p. 17
6. Scan does not operate.	• Squelch is open.	Set the squelch threshold point.	p. 12
	Scan edge A equals B.	• Reset scan edges.	p. 21
	All memory channels are programmed as the skip channel.	Cancel the memory skip function in the desired channel.	p. 23
All programmed memories have been erased.	Data error occurred in the CPU RAM because of the following problems: The backup battery is empty. The CPU has been dam- aged by static.	Replace the backup battery. Reset the CPU.	p. 31 p. 31

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MAINTENANCE 8

8-2 CPU RESETTING

(1) AUTOMATIC RESETTING

The CPU automatically resets under the following conditions when power is ON:

The backup battery is empty.
Static or a magnetic field has caused a data error in the CPU RAM.

(3) MINIMUM TUNING STEP SELECTION

●10 kHz → 12.5 kHz

●12.5 kHz → 10 kHz

NOTE: Resetting the CPU erases all programmed information.

1) Turn OFF power.

2) Push and hold the [SQL/MONITOR] control and [LOCK] switch.
3) Turn ON power to reset the CPU."1295.000" appears.

To exchange 10 or 20 kHz tuning step increments for 12.5 or 25 kHz increments, (and vice-versa) reset the CPU.

1) Turn OFF power.

2) Push and hold the [SQL/MONITOR] control and [HI/LO] switch.

3) Turn ON power.

Tuning step increment is now 25 kHz. Select a 12.5 kHz tuning step increment, if required. (p. 13)
1) Turn OFF power.
2) Push and hold the [SQL/MONITOR] control and [PRIO] switch.
3) Turn ON power.
- Tuning step increment is now 20 kHz. Select 10 kHz tuning step increment, if required. (p. 13)

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8 MAINTENANCE

8-3 MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE

Locate the problem if possible before replacing a blown fuse.

• DC line fuses : 10 A

BACKUP BATTERY

The IC-1201A/E has a lithium backup battery for retaining memory information.

The usual life of the backup battery is approximately 5 years. When the battery is exhausted, the transceiver transmits and receives normally but the transceiver cannot retain memory information.

NOTE: Battery replacement should be done by an authorized Icom Dealer or Service Center

When the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol as they may damage the surfaces of the transceiver.

Your IC-1201A/E has been thoroughly adjusted and checked at the factory before being shipped. Your transceiver warrnaty does not cover problems caused by unauthorized internal adjustments.

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INSIDE VIEWS

TOP VIEW (PA AND PLL UNITS)

BOTTOM VIEW (RF AND RX UNITS)

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10 SPECIFICATIONS

Osable temperature range	-10 C~+60 C (+14 F~+140 F)
Frequency stability	: ±10 ppm (−10°C ~ +60°C; +140°F ~ +	140°F)
Dimensions	: 140(W) x 40(H) x 200(D) mm
	5.5 (W) x 1.6(H) x 7.9(D) in
	(projections not included)
• Weight	1.5 kg (3.2 lb)

Output power	HIGH 10 W
	LOW 1W
Modulation system	: Variable reactance frequency modulation	ı
Max. frequency deviation	±5 kHz
Spurious emissions	Less than -50 dB (at HIGH output pow	er)
•	Less than -40 dB (at LOW output powe	r)
Microphone impedance	600 Ω

Receive system	Triple-conversion superheterodyne
Intermediate frequencies	1st 136.6 MHz
	2nd 17.2 MHz
	3rd 455 kHz
Sensitivity	Less than 0.22 μV for 12 dB SINAD
• Spurious response rejection	Less than -60 dB (except 1/2 IF)
Audio output power	More than 2.4 W at 10 % distortion with a	n 8 Ω load
Audio output impedance	4~8Ω

: IC-1201A 10 or 20 kHz IC-1201E 12.5 or 25 kHz

: 1240.0000 ~ 1300.0000 MHz

: 20 and 1 call channel
FM (F3)
: 50 $\Omega$ (unbalanced)
: 13.8 V DC ±15 % (negative ground)

Transmit	HIGH	6.0 A
Transmit	LOW	3.0 A
Receive	Squelched	800 mA
Receive	Max. audio output	1.2 A
1000		-

• Frequency coverage

Memory channels

Antenna impedance

Power supply requirement Current drain (at 13.8 V DC)

• Mode

• Tuning step increment

All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

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OPTIONS

SP-7 EXTERNAL SPEAKER

SP-8 EXTERNAL SPEAKER

SP-10 EXTERNAL SPEAKER

PS-45 AC POWER SUPPLY (13.8 V DC 8 A) An OPC-102 cable must be purchased separately.

SM-8 DESK MICROPHONE

SM-10 COMPRESSOR/GRAPHIC EQUALIZER DESK TOP MICROPHONE

HS-15 FLEXIBLE MOBILE MICROPHONE

HS-15SB SWITCHBOX (for the HS-15)

UT-40 TONE SQUELCH UNIT

AH-1200	1200 MHz MOBILE ANTENNA
AHB-1200	TRUNK MOUNT (for AH-1200)
WR-200	SWR & POWER METER (Optional WRC-1300 is necessary.)
WRC-1300	DIRECTIONAL COUPLER (1200 ~ 1300 MHz, max. 20 W)
HM-16	SPEAKER-MICROPHONE
HM-17	SPEAKER-MICROPHONE (Tone call switch included)

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Icom Inc. 6-9-16, Kamihigashi, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547, Japan

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IC-1201A/E ERRATA

Please note the following 3 corrections in the IC-1201A/E instruction manual.

Page iii Second line from the bottom

WRONG

• HM-12 for IC-1201A (U.S.A. version)

RIGHT

• HM-14 for IC-1201A (U.S.A. version)

Page 5 2 - 4 MICROPHONE

Replace with the following information.

Page 14 5 - 4 REPEATER OPERATION

Replace the tone information located at the bottom of the page with the following information.

ICOM IC-1201A, IC-1201E Preparation

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Icom Inc.

CAUTIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD

UNPACKING

FFATURES

2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

2-1 FRONT PANEL

TRANSMIT INDICATOR [TX]

BECEIVE INDICATOR [BX] Lights when the squelch opens. (p. 12)

CALL CHANNEL SWITCH [CALL] Selects a call channel (p. 26)

VEO/MEMORY SWITCH [VEO/M] Selects VFO or MEMORY mode. (pgs. 11, 18)

TUNING CONTROL

MEMORY WRITE SWITCH [MW]

LOCK SWITCH [LOCK]

SET MODE SWITCH [SET]

2-3 REAR PANEL

3 INSTALLATION

(2) MOUNTING

INSTALLATION 3

(3) BATTERY CONNECTION

(4) EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY

3 INSTALLATION

(6) ANTENNA CONNECTOR

MODE CONSTRUCTION

MODE CONSTRUCTION

4 MODE CONSTRUCTION

BASIC OPERATIONS

5 BASIC OPERATIONS

5-2 RECEIVING

5-3 TRANSMITTING

BASIC OPERATIONS 5

5 BASIC OPERATION

5-4 REPEATER OPERATION

BASIC OPERATION 5

USING SET MODE

(2) MEMORY WRITING

1) Push the [VFO/M] switch to select MEMORY mode.

(3) MEMORY TRANSFERRING

- USING SET MODE

(2) MEMORY SCAN

(3) MEMORY SKIP FUNCTION

6-4 PRIORITY WATCH

(2) VFO ↔ MEMORY CHANNELS

6-6 DIMMER CONTROL

6-8 LOCK FUNCTION

7 рос

POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH

7-1 UT-40 INSTALLATION

POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH 7

7-2 POCKET REEP FUNCTION

7.3 TONE SOLIELCH FUNCTION

8 MA

MAINTENANCE

8-1 TROUBLESHOOTING

MAINTENANCE 8

8-2 CPU RESETTING

8 MAINTENANCE

8-3 MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE

BACKUP BATTERY

TOP VIEW (PA AND PLL UNITS)

BOTTOM VIEW (RF AND RX UNITS)

10 SPECIFICATIONS

Count on us!

IC-1201A/E ERRATA

WRONG

Page 5 2 - 4 MICROPHONE

Page 14 5 - 4 REPEATER OPERATION