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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
245 MHz FM TRANSCEIVER
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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this fine Icom product.
The
IC-80FX
245 MHZ FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and build with
Icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper
care, this product should provide you with years of troublefree operation.
FEATURES
❍ Dust-protection/Splash-resistant construc-
tion (IP54*)
* Only when the battery pack or case, antenna and jack cover are
attached.
❍ Built in VOX circuit enabling VOX opera-
tion* (Voice Operated Transmission)
* To use the VOX function, an optional headset and a plug
adapter cable are required.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
WORD DEFINITION
R DANGER!
Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur.
R WARNING!
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
shock may occur.
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
NOTE
Recommended for optimum use. No risk
of personal injury, fi re or electric shock.
IMPORTANT
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely
before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This in-
struction manual contains important operating instructions
for the IC-80FX.
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RDANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery
pack.
RWARNING RF EXPOSURE!
This device emits
Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Caution should be observed when
operating this device. If you have any questions regarding RF
exposure and safety standards, please refer to the Federal Communications Commission Offi ce of Engineering and Technology’s
report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human
Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields (OET Bulletin 65)
RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that
the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of
the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm
away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with
a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.
Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the
volume level or discontinue use.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while
driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—
anything less may result in an accident.
RWARNING! NEVER operate or touch the trans-
ceiver with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock or
may damage the transceiver.
DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electri-
cal blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
DO NOT push [PTT] unless you actually intend to transmit.
BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when
operating it continuously for long periods of time.
DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sun-
light or in areas with temperatures below –20°C or above
+60°C.
Place the unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by
children.
DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol
when cleaning, as they will damage the transceiver surfaces.
DO NOT disassemble or modify the transceiver for any
reason.
PRECAUTIONS
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Antenna
Battery pack*
Belt clip*
Jack cover
(with screws)
Battery charger*
AC adapter*
* Not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the version.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FOREWORD ..................................................................................... i
FEATURES ........................................................................................ i
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ................................................................... i
IMPORTANT ...................................................................................... i
PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................ii–iii
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............................................................ iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................... iv
1 ACCESSORIES ..........................................................1–2
■ Accessory attachment ............................................................1
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ...............................................3–7
■ Front, top and side panels.......................................................3
■ Function display ......................................................................6
3 BATTERY CHARGING .............................................8–13
■ Caution
(for the BP-264 Ni-MH battery) ...................................8
■ Caution (for the BP-265 Li-Ion battery) ...................................9
■ Battery chargers ...................................................................11
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Battery case (BP-263) .............................................................. 13
■ Battery information ................................................................ 13
4 BASIC OPERATION ...............................................14–18
■ Power ON/OFF ..................................................................... 14
■ Adjusting the volume level .................................................... 14
■ Adjusting the squelch level ....................................................14
■ Monitor function ....................................................................14
■ Setting an operating channel ................................................ 15
■ Receiving .............................................................................. 15
■ Transmitting ...........................................................................16
■ Key lock function ................................................................... 16
■ [VOL] function assignment .................................................... 17
■ Lockout function .................................................................... 17
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Programming a channel name ................................................18
5 SCAN OPERATION ................................................19–20
■ Scan types ............................................................................ 19
■ Channel scan ........................................................................19
■ Setting skip channels ............................................................19
■ Scan resume setting ............................................................. 20
■ Priority watch ........................................................................20
6 TONE SQUELCH AND POCKET BEEP ................21–24
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Tone/DTCS squelch and pocket beep ...................................21
■ Tone scan .............................................................................. 23
■ Subaudible tone encoder ......................................................24
7 DTMF MEMORY .....................................................25–27
■
Programming a DTMF code sequence .................................25
■
Transmitting a DTMF code sequence ....................................26
■ Confi rming a DTMF memory ................................................27
■ Setting DTMF transfer speed ................................................ 27
8 SET MODES ...........................................................28–36
■ Set mode programming ........................................................28
■ Set mode items .....................................................................29
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Initial Set mode programming .................................................. 32
■ Initial Set mode items ............................................................33
9 CLONING ......................................................................37
■ Cloning operation .................................................................. 37
10 TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................................38
11 OPTIONS ................................................................ 39–41
■ VOX function .........................................................................40
12 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................42
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■ Accessory attachment
D Antenna
Insert the antenna into the antenna connector and twist the
antenna base to lock it in place.
CAUTION:
• NEVER HOLD just the antenna when carrying the trans-
ceiver.
• Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver.
D Belt clip
To attach the belt clip:
Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt
clip locks in place, and makes a ‘click’ sound.
To detach the belt clip:
q Remove the battery pack or case from the transceiver, if it
is attached. (p. 2)
w Lift the tab up (q), and slide the belt clip in the direction
of the arrow (w).
ACCESSORIES
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Belt clip
Battery pack/case
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D Battery pack or case
To attach the battery pack or case:
q
Fit the battery pack or case in the direction of the arrow,
then close it.
w Hook the latch until it makes a ‘click’ sound.
To remove the battery pack or case:
Be careful! The latch is tightly locked, so use caution
when releasing it. DO NOT use your fingernail. Use the
edge of a coin or screwdriver tip to carefully release it.
q Unhook the latch.
w
Lift up the battery pack or case in the direction of the arrow.
NEVER remove or attach the battery pack or case when
the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in water
or dust getting into the transceiver or the battery pack/
case, and may result in them being damaged.
NOTE: Keep the battery terminals clean.
D Jack cover
Attach the jack cover when optional equipment is not used.
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To attach the jack cover
q Attach the jack cover to
the [SP MIC] jack.
w Tighten the screws.
To detach the jack cover
q Remove the screws with
a phillips screwdriver.
w Detach the jack cover to
connect optional equipment.
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Latch
Battery pack/case
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
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■ Front, top and side panels
q PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Hold down to transmit, release to receive. (p. 16)
w ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connect an antenna here. (p. 1)
e CONTROL DIAL [VOL]
➥ Adjust the volume level. (p. 14)
➥ While in the Set mode, or Initial Set mode, rotate to se-
lect a desired option or value. (pp. 28, 32)
r EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACKS [SP MIC]
Accepts an optional speaker-microphone, plug adapter
cable or cloning cable connector. The internal microphone
and speaker will not function when an option is connected. See page 39 for a list of available options.
Be sure to turn OFF the transceiver power before connecting or disconnecting optional equipment to or from
the [SP/MIC] jack.
t MONITOR KEY [MONI]
➥ Hold down to temporarily open the squelch to monitor
the operating channel. (p. 14)
➥ While holding down this key, push [S] or [T] to adjust
the squelch level. (p. 14)
➥ Enters or sends the DTMF code ‘A.’ (p. 26)
y POWER KEY [
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Hold down for 1 second to turn the transceiver power ON
or OFF. (p. 14)
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display (p. 6)
Keypad (pp. 4, 5)
Microphone
Speaker
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u UP/DOWN KEYS [S]/[T]
➥ Push to change the operating channel. (p. 15)
➥ In the DTMF memory mode, push to select a DTMF
memory channel. (p. 25)
➥ While scanning, push to change the scanning direction.
(pp. 19, 23)
➥ While holding down [MONI], push to adjust the squelch
level. (p. 14)
➥ While in the Set mode, or Initial Set mode, push to se-
lect a setting item. (pp. 28, 32)
➥ [S] enters or sends the DTMF code ‘B.’ (p. 26)
➥ [T] enters or sends the DTMF code ‘C.’ (p. 26)
i LOCK KEY [
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After pushing [FUNC](M), hold down for 1 second
to turn
the Key Lock function ON or OFF. (p. 16)
The functions of [VOL] and [S]/[T ] can be exchanged.
See page 17 for details.
D KEYPAD
➥ Push to
enter a operating
enter a operating
channel number. (p. 15)
channel number. (p. 15)
➥ Push to enter or send the DTMF code. (p. 26)
➥ Pushing these keys, after pushing [FUNC](M), activates
the key’s second function.
[1] • [ TONE](1)
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nput and DTMF code: ‘1’
nput and DTMF code: ‘1’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M), selects the Tone func-
tion. (p. 22)
[2] • [VOX](2)
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nput and DTMF code: ‘2’
nput and DTMF code: ‘2’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M), turns the VOX function
ON or OFF*. (p. 40)
* Only when an optional headset and plug adapter are
connected.
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[3] • [T.SCAN](3)
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nput and DTMF code: ‘3’
nput and DTMF code: ‘3’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M), starts a tone scan.
(p. 23)
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nput and DTMF code: ‘4’
nput and DTMF code: ‘4’
[5] • [SCAN](5)
➥ Numeric i
nput and DTMF code: ‘5’
nput and DTMF code: ‘5’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M), starts a scan. (p. 19)
[6] • [SKIP](6)
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nput and DTMF code: ‘6’
nput and DTMF code: ‘6’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M), sets or cancels the
skip setting. (p. 19)
[7] • [PRIO](7)
➥ Numeric i
nput and DTMF code: ‘7’
nput and DTMF code: ‘7’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M), starts a priority watch.
(p. 29)
[8] • [SET](8)
➥ Numeric i
nput and DTMF code: ‘8’
nput and DTMF code: ‘8’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M), enters the Set mode.
(p. 28)
[9] • [H/M/L](9)
➥ Numeric i
nput and DTMF code: ‘9’
nput and DTMF code: ‘9’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M ), selects the output
power between high, mid and low. (p. 16)
[0] • [DTMF-M](0)
➥ Numeric i
nput and DTMF code: ‘0’
nput and DTMF code: ‘0’
➥ After pushing [FUNC](M ), enters the DTMF
memory mode. (p. 25)
[M] • [FUNC](M)
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DTMF code: ‘
DTMF code: ‘M (indication: E)’ ’
➥ Push to access the second function of other keys.
[# ENT] • [MN.W](# ENT)
➥
DTMF code: ‘
DTMF code: ‘# (indication: F)’’
➥ After entering a channel number (0-9), push to
set the channel. (p. 15)
➥ Push to exit the Set mode or Initial Set mode.
(pp. 28, 32)
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■ Front, top and side panels
D KEYPAD (Continued)
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q BUSY ICON
➥ Appears when a signal is being received, or the
squelch is open.
➥ Blinks while the Monitor function is ON. (p. 14)
w SIGNAL ICONS
➥ Shows the strength of the received signal. (p. 15)
➥ While transmitting, shows the output power level.
(p. 16)
e TONE ICONS
➥ “
” appears while the Subaudible tone encoder is ON.
(p. 24)
➥ “
” appears while the Tone Squelch function is ON.
(p. 21)
➥ “
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” appears while the DTCS Squelch function is ON.
(p. 21)
➥ “
” appears with the “ ” or “D” icon while the Pocket
Beep function (with CTCSS or DTCS) is ON. (p. 21)
r MEMORY ICON
Blinks while scanning. (p. 19)
t ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY
➥ Displays the operating channel, channnel name, Set
modes’ contents and a variety of other information.
• The decimal point blinks during a scan.
➥ Displays the selected DTMF memory channel number.
(p. 25)
y BATTERY ICONS (p. 13)
➥ “
” appears when the battery pack/case is attached.
➥ “
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Charging the battery pack, or replacing the batteries in
the case is necessary.
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u KEY LOCK ICON
Appears when the Key Lock function is ON. (p. 16)
i VOX ICON
Appears when the VOX function is ON. (p. 40)
o POWER ICONS (p. 16)
➥ “ H” appears when high power is selected.
➥ “ M” appears when mid power is selected.
➥ “ L” appears when low power is selected.
!0 AUTO POWER OFF ICON
Appears when the Auto Power OFF function is ON. (p. 33)
!1 SKIP ICON
Appears when the selected memory channel is set as a
skip channel. (p. 19)
!2 FUNCTION ICON
Appears when the second function can be accessed.
!3 TRANSMIT ICON
Appears while transmitting. (p. 16)
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BATTERY CHARGING
■ Caution
(for the BP-264 Ni-MH battery)
R DANGER! NEVER short terminals (or charging terminals)
of the battery pack. Also, current may fl ow into nearby metal
objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing battery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc.
Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as
a necklace, etc. may cause shorting. This may damage not
only the battery pack, but also the transceiver.
R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal
battery gas may cause an explosion.
R DANGER! NEVER immerse the battery pack in water.
If the battery pack becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BE-
FORE attaching it to the transceiver.
CAUTION: Always use the battery within the specifi ed tem-
perature range, –5˚C to +60˚C. Using the battery out of its
specifi ed temperature range will reduce the battery’s performance and battery life.
CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is
left completely discharged, or in an excessive temperature
environment (above +55˚C) for an extended period of time.
If the battery must be left unused for a long time, it must be
detached from the radio after charging. Keep it safely in a
cool dry place at the following temperature range:
–20˚C to +45˚C (up to a month)
–20˚C to +35˚C (up to six months)
–20˚C to +25˚C (up to a year*)
* We recommend charging the battery pack every 6 months.
Clean the battery terminals to avoid rust or misscontact.
Keep battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to clean battery terminals once a week.
If your Ni-MH 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 pack still does not retain a charge (or only very little charge), a new battery pack must be purchased. (p. 39)
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
• Recommended temperature range for charging:
between +10°C and +40°C (rapid charge: with BC-191) or
between 0°C and +45°C (regular charge: with BC-192)
• Use the supplied charger or optional charger (BC-191 for
rapid charging, BC-192 for regular charging) only. NEVER
use other manufacturers’ chargers.
The battery pack contains a rechargeable battery.
Charge the battery pack before first operating the transceiver, or when the battery pack becomes exhausted.
If you want to prolong the battery life, the following points
should be observed:
• Avoid over charging. The charging time period should be
less than 48 hours.
• Use the battery pack until it becomes almost completely
exhausted, under normal conditions. We recommend battery charging after transmitting becomes impossible.
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■ Caution (for the BP-265 Li-Ion battery)
R DANGER! NEVER short terminals (or charging terminals)
of the battery pack. Also, current may fl ow into nearby metal
objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing battery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc.
Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as
a necklace, etc. may cause shorting. This may damage not
only the battery pack, but also the transceiver.
R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery
packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery
packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or
charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit
battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fi re, or cause
the battery to burst.
D Battery caution
R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the bat-
tery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted
or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy
pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside
of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show
cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may
rupture or catch fi re.
R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery pack in areas
with temperatures above +60˚C. High temperature buildup in
the battery, such as could occur near fi res or stoves, inside a
sun heated car, or in direct sunlight may cause the battery to
rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures may also degrade battery performance or shorten battery life.
R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, sea-
water, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet battery.
If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using.
R DANGER! NEVER incinerate a used battery pack since
internal battery gas may cause it to rupture, or may cause
an explosion.
R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals, or
NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gener-
ation, and the battery may burst, emit smoke or catch fi re.
R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for
which it is specified. Never use a battery with any other
equipment, or for any purpose that is not specifi ed in this instruction manual.
R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your
eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean water,
without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.
R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an
abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of
these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor.
R WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any
part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the battery.
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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.
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R WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven,
high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker.
This could cause a fi re, overheating, or cause the battery to
rupture.
CAUTION: Always use the battery within the specifi ed tem-
perature range, –20˚C to +60˚C. Using the battery out of its
specifi ed temperature range will reduce the battery’s performance and battery life.
CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is
left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive
temperature environment (above +50˚C) for an extended period of time. If the battery must be left unused for a long time,
it must be detached from the radio after discharging. You
may use the battery until the battery indicator shows half-capacity, and then keep it safely in a cool dry place at the following temperature range:
–20˚C to +50˚C (up to a month)
–20˚C to +35˚C (up to three months)
–20˚C to +20˚C (up to a year)
D Charging caution
R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with
extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves,
inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such environments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging.
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WARNING! DO NOT charge or leave the battery in the
battery charger beyond the specifi ed time for charging. If the
battery is not completely charged by the specifi ed time, stop
charging and remove the battery from the battery charger.
Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time
limit may cause a fi re, overheating, or the battery may rupture.
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WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery at-
tached 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 outside of the speci-
fi ed temperature range: BC-193 (+10˚C to +40˚C
). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚C. The battery may
heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range. Additionally, battery performance or battery life
may be reduced.
The supplied battery pack, charger, and AC adapter differ, or no supplied depending on the version.
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
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■ Battery chargers
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Using the BC-191 to rapid charge the BP-264
The BC-191 provides rapid charging of only the BP-264 Ni-MH
battery pack. Never use it to charge any other battery pack.
Charging time: Approximately 2 hours
The following item is additionally required:
• An AC adapter (not supplied with some versions) or the OPC-515L
or CP-23L DC power cable.
D Using the BC-192 to regular charge the BP-264
The BC-192 provides regular charging of only the BP-264
Ni-MH battery pack. Never use it to charge any other battery
pack.
Charging time (with the 147S): Approximately 16 hours
The following item is additionally required:
• An AC adapter (not supplied with some versions) or the OPC-515L
DC power cable.
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The optional OPC-515L
(for DC power source)
can be used instead of
the AC adapter.
Charge indicator
• Lights green while charging.
NOTE:
The charge indicator will not
go out even after a battery
pack is fully charged.
AC adapter
(A different type, or no AC
adapter is supplied, depending on the version.)
Transceiver
Battery pack
Screws*
(Self tapping screw:
3.5 × at least 30 mm)
*Purchase separately.
Using screws is
recommended to
secure the charger.
Charging time period differs
depending on the input voltage.
12 V : Approx. 36 hours
13.8 V : Approx. 21 hours
16 V : Approx. 16 hours
Turn OFF the power
The optional OPC-515L (for DC
power source) or CP-23L (for 12 V
cigarette lighter socket) can be
used instead of the AC adapter.
Charge indicator
• Lights orange : While charging
• Lights green :
Charging is completed.
AC adapter
(A different type, or no AC
adapter is supplied, depending on the version.)
Transceiver
Turn OFF the power
Battery pack
Screws*
(Self tapping screw:
3.5 × at least 30 mm)
*Purchase separately.
Using screws is
recommended to
secure the charger.
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Using the BC-193 to rapid charge the BP-265
The BC-193 provides rapid charging of only the BP-265 LiIon battery pack. Never use it to charge any other battery
pack.
Charging time: Approximately 2.5 hours
The following item is additionally required:
• An AC adapter (not supplied with some versions) or the OPC-515L
or CP-23L DC power cable.
IMPORTANT: Battery charging caution
Ensure the tabs on the battery pack are correctly aligned
with the guide rails inside the charger.
CAUTION: When using the OPC-515L DC power cable
NEVER connect the OPC-515L to a power source using
reverse polarity. This will ruin the battery charger.
White line:
+
Black line:
–
The optional OPC-515L
(for DC power source) or
CP-23L (for 12 V cigarette
lighter socket) can be used
instead of the AC adapter.
AC adapter
(A different type, or no AC
adapter is supplied, depending on the version.)
Transceiver
Turn OFF the power
Battery pack
Screws*
(Self tapping screw:
3.5 × at least 30 mm)
*Purchase separately.
Using screws is
recommended to
secure the charger.
Charge indicator
• Lights orange : While charging
• Lights green :
Charging is completed.
Guide rail
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■ Battery case (BP-263)
When using the battery case (BP-263), install 6 × AA (LR6)
size alkaline batteries, as described below.
q Remove the battery case if it is attached. (p. 2)
w Install 6 × AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries.
• Install only alkaline batteries.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
e Attach the battery case. (p. 2)
CAUTION:
• When installing batteries, make sure they are all the
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new
and old batteries together.
• Keep battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to clean
battery terminals once a week.
• Never incinerate used battery cells, since the 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 covering is damaged.
NOTE:
When the battery case is attached, the Battery Pro-
tection function must be turned OFF in the Initial Set mode
(p. 36).
■ Battery information
D Battery life
Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a small current
still flows in the transceiver.
Remove the battery pack/case
when it won’t be used for a long time.
Otherwise, the battery
pack or the batteries in the case will become exhausted.
D Battery icon
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Battery pack/case
Voltage Capacity Battery life*
1
BP-263
Battery case for
AA (LR6) × 6 alkaline
—*
2
BP-264 7.2 V 1400 mAh
13 hrs.
(approx.)
BP-265 7.4 V
1900 mAh (min.)
2000 mAh (typ.)
18.5 hrs.
(approx.)
*
1
When the Power Save function is set to “P–S.At” (p. 35) and the
operating time is calculated under the following conditions;
TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90
*2 The average operating life depends on the alkaline cells used.
Icon Battery condition
The battery has ample capacity.
The battery is nearing exhaustion.
Charging the battery pack, or replacing the batteries
in the case is necessary.
Be careful! The negative terminals of the battery case protrude
from the body, so pay attention
not to injure your fingers when
inserting the batteries.
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■ Power ON/OFF
➥
Hold down [ ] for 1 second to turn the power ON or OFF.
The voltage indication can be turned OFF in the Initial Set
mode (p. 36).
■ Adjusting the volume level
➥ Rotate [VOL] to
adjust the volume level.
• If the squelch is closed, hold down [MONI] while adjusting the
volume level.
• The display shows the volume level while adjusting.
■ Adjusting the squelch level
➥ While holding down [MONI], push [S ] or [T ] several
times
to adjust the squelch level.
• “SqL 1” is loose squelch (for weak signals) and “SqL10” is tight
squelch (for strong signals). “SqL 0” is open squelch.
■ Monitor function
This function is used to listen to weak signals, or to open
the squelch manually. You can use it without disturbing the
squelch setting, even when mute functions such as the tone
squelch are in use.
➥ Hold down [MONI] to monitor the operating channel.
• “ ” blinks while the Monitor function is ON.
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Selecting an operating channel
D Channel selection using [S] or [T]
➥ Push [S] or [T] to select the channel.
• Holding down [S] or [T] makes selecting a channel quick.
D Channel entry using the keypad
➥ To select a channel between 10 and 80, simply enter
the channel number.
➥ To select a channel between 1 and 9, first enter a “0”
and then enter the channel number.
• Entering the channel number and pushing [# ENT](MN.W)
also selects the channel.
• Example 1— entering channel 12
Push
• Example 2— entering channel 8
Push
■ Receiving
Make sure the BP-264 or BP-265 battery pack is fully
charged, or the BP-263 battery case has brand new alkaline
batteries (pp. 11–13).
q Hold down [
] for 1 second to turn ON the power.
w Set the operating channel.
• Refer to the left column to select a channel.
e Rotate [VOL] to set the volume level. (p. 14)
• If the squelch is closed, hold down [MONI] while adjusting the
volume level.
r Adjust the squelch level. (p. 14)
• While holding down [MONI], push [S] or [T].
• The squelch level is displayed on the LCD while setting.
• “SqL 1” is loose squelch (for weak signals) and “SqL10” is tight
squelch (for strong signals). “SqL 0” is open squelch.
t When a signal is received:
• The squelch opens and audio is heard.
• The signal indicator shows the relative signal strength level.
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e Adjust the volume level.
r
For the squelch level setting.
q Turn ON the power.
w Set the receive channel.
r Adjust the squelch level.
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■ Transmitting
CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage
the transceiver.
NOTE: To prevent interference, hold down [MONI] to lis-
ten on the channel before transmitting.
q Set the operating channel. (p. 15)
w
Push [FUNC](M), and then push [H/M/L](9) to select the output power between High (5 W), Mid (2.5 W) and Low (0.5 W).
• “ H,” “M,” or “ L” appears, depending on the selected output power.
•
When you change the operating channel, the output power is automatically returned to the level set in the CS-80FX cloning software.
e Hold down [PTT] to transmit.
• “ ” appears while transmitting.
• The signal indicator shows the output power level.
r Speak into the microphone using your normal voice level.
• DO NOT hold the transceiver too close to your mouth or speak
too loudly. This may distort your speech.
t Release [PTT] to receive.
When the channel’s TX inhibit is set to ON, you cannot
transmit. (Set in the CS-80FX
CLONING SOFTWARE.)
■ Key lock function
To prevent accidental changes of the operating channel, or
unnecessary function access, use the Key Lock function.
➥ Push [FUNC](M), and then hold down
[ ] for 1 second
to turn the Key Lock function ON or OFF.
• “ ” appears while the key lock function is ON.
• [ ], [VOL], [MONI], [PTT] and [FUNC](M) with [ ] are still
operable while the Key Lock function is ON.
r Speak into the microphone
w Select the
output power.
Push to monitor.
q Set the channel.
e Hold down to transmit.
t
Release to receive.
R WARNING! When using the BP-263 battery case, fre-
quent or continuous transmissions can cause the batteries to overheat, and may cause a burn.
Be careful of long
transmissions when the Time-out Timer function is turned
OFF, or set to a long time period.
• We recommend using the mid or low power setting.
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■ [VOL] function assignment
[VOL] can be used as a channel selector instead of [S] and
[T], to suit your preference. However, when [VOL] functions as
a channel selector, [S] and [T] function as volume controls.
q While holding down [S] and [T ], turn ON the power to
enter the Initial Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select the dial assignment item. (tOP)
e Rotate [VOL] to select an option.
r Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Initial Set mode.
[VOL] and
[S]/[T] function as described below, depend-
ing on the option.
[VOL]
[VOL] functions as the volume control.
[VOL] functions as the channel selector.
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Option [VOL] [S]/[T]
tOP.VO Volume control Channel selector
tOP.di Channel selector Volume control
■ Lockout function
The Lockout function helps prevent interference to other stations by inhibiting transmitting when the channel is busy.
The function is set in the Initial Set mode.
q While holding down [S] and [T ], turn ON the power to
enter the Initial Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select the lockout item. (RLO)
e Rotate [VOL] to select an option of the Lockout function.
• “RLO.OF” : Allows transmitting, even if the channel is busy.
• “RLO.RP” : Inhibits transmitting when the channel is busy, except while receiving a signal that includes a matching subaudible tone.
• “RLO.bU” : Inhibits transmitting when the channel is busy.
r Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Initial Set mode.
The RP Lockout function is ON.
[VOL]
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Programming a channel name
An alphanumeric name can be programmed into each channel for easy recognition. The programmed channel name is
displayed instead of the channel number. Up to fi ve characters can be used for a channel name.
q Push [S] or [T] to select the chan-
nel to program a name.
w Push [FUNC](M ) , and then hold
down [MN.W](# ENT) for 1 second
to enter the channel name programming mode.
• A cursor blinks for the fi rst character.
e Rotate [VOL] to select a character.
• The selected character blinks.
• Push [S] to move the cursor right, push [T] to move the cursor left.
r Repeat step e until the channel name is programmed.
t Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the programming mode.
D Usable characters
[VOL]
(J)
(W)
(0)
( I )
(V)
(9)
(A)
(n)
(1)
(
+
)
(H)
(U)
(8)
(
:
)
(C)
(P)
(3)
(
=
)
(F)
(S)
(6)
(
(
)
(G)
(t)
(7)
(
)
)
(d)
(q)
(4)
(
∗
)
(k)
(X)
(L)
(y)
(m)
(Z)
(b)
(O)
(2)
(
-
)
(E)
(R)
(5)
(
/
)
(Space)
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■ Scan types
A scan automatically searches for signals, and makes it
easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes.
■ Channel Scan
A channel scan repeatedly scans the operating channels,
except those set as the skip channels.
q Push [FUNC](M), then [SCAN](5) to start the scan.
• To change the scan direction while scanning, push [S] or [T].
w To cancel the scan, push any key except [ ], [S]/[T ],
[FUNC], [
] or [MONI].
■ Setting skip channels
In order to speed up the scan rate, you can skip the channels you don’t want to scan.
q Select a channel to be skipped.
➥ Push [S] or [T] to select the channel.
w Push [FUNC](M), and then [SKIP](6) to turn the skip set-
ting ON or OFF.
•
“SKIP” appears when the channel is set as a skip channel.
(SKIP) CHANNEL SCAN
SKIP
SKIP
Ch 2
Ch 1
Ch 3 Ch 4 Ch 5 Ch 6
Ch 11Ch 80 Ch 10 Ch 9 Ch 8
Ch 7
PRIORITY WATCH (p. 20)
5 seconds
Priority
channel
Operating
channel
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■ Scan resume setting
When a signal is received during a scan, the scan resume
setting determines what action the transceiver takes. The
transceiver has two scan resume settings, as described
below. Use the Set mode to select the one which best suits
your needs.
q
Push [FUNC](M), and then [SET](8) to enter the Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select the scan pause timer item (SCt,
or SCP).
e Rotate [VOL] to select a scan pause option.
• Pause scan
The scan pauses until the received signal disappears,
and then resumes after 2 seconds.
• Timer scan
The scan pauses for 5 seconds, 10 seconds or 15 sec-
onds, and then resumes.
r Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Set mode.
■ Priority watch
The priority watch checks for signals on the selected channel (Priority channel) every 5 seconds.
The priority channel must be set fi rst, using the optional CS-
80FX
CLONING SOFTWARE.
q Push [FUNC](M), and then [PRIO](7) to start the watch.
• The decimal point “ . ” on the alphanumeric display blinks.
• When a signal is detected on the channel, the watch pauses,
and then resumes according to the scan resume setting. (p. 30)
w To cancel the watch, push any key except [ ], [S]/[T],
[FUNC], [
] or [MONI].
NOTE: When you start the priority watch, the Tone func-
tion is automatically turned OFF and the output power
is automatically returned to the level set in the CS-80FX
cloning software.
[VOL]
Pause scan
Timer scan (15 seconds)
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Tone squelch and DTCS squelch
The tone squelch (CTCSS) or DTCS squelch opens only when
receiving a signal that includes a matching CTCSS tone or
DTCS code, respectively. You can silently wait for calls using
the same tone or code. Separate tone frequencies can be set
for the Subaudible tone encoder (“
”) and tone squelch (“ ”)/
pocket beep (“
”) operation.
D
Pocket beep
The Pocket Beep function uses subaudible tones or DTCS codes
for calling, and can be used as a “common pager” to inform you
that someone has called while you were away from the transceiver.
• Recommended CTCSS tones (unit: Hz)
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8
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146.2
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162.2
167.9
173.8
179.9
186.2
192.8
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250.3
• Recommended DTCS code
D
Setting CTCSS tone or DTCS code
q Push [FUNC](M), and then [SET](8) to enter the Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T ] to select the CTCSS tone item (Ct) or
the DTCS code item (dt).
• “ ” blinks when selecting the CTCSS tone item, and “D” blinks
when selecting the DTCS code item.
e Rotate [VOL] to select a CTCSS tone or DTCS code.
• The recommended CTCSS tones or DTCS codes are shown to
the left.
r Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Set mode.
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032
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CTCSS tone setting
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Setting DTCS polarity
For DTCS operation, the polarity setting is configurable, as
well as the code setting. If the polarity is different, the DTCS
squelch never opens, even when receiving a signal that includes a matching DTCS code.
q Push [FUNC](M), and then [SET](8) to enter the Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select the DTCS polarity item (dtP).
e Rotate [VOL] to select a polarity setting between “dtP.nn”
(TX and RX normal), “dtP.nR” (TX: normal, RX: reverse), “dtP.
Rn”
(TX: reverse, RX: normal) and “dtP.RR” (TX and RX re-
verse).
r Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Set mode.
D
Operation
q Select an operating channel. (p. 15)
w Push
[FUNC](M), and then [TONE](1)
to
set a CTCSS
tone or a DTCS code.
• Repeat step w several times to activate the desired Tone function.
e Operate the transceiver in a normal way. (p. 15)
NOTE: The Tone function is automatically turned OFF if
you change the operating channel.
TX and RX: Normal polarity TX: Normal, RX: Reverse
TX: Reverse, RX: Normal TX/RX: Reverse polarity
Function OFF
: Push , and then .
Tone squelch with
pocket beep
Tone squelch
DTCS squelch
DTCS squelch with
pocket beep
Subaudible tone encoder
(continued on the next page.)
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■ Tone/DTCS squelch and pocket beep
D Operation (Continued)
r When receiving a signal that includes a matched tone or
code, the squelch opens and the signal is heard.
• When the Pocket Beep function is activated, beep tones sound
and “ ” blinks. To stop the beeps and blinking, push any key.
• When the received signal’s tone/code does not match, the
squelch does not open. However, the signal indicator shows the
signal strength.
• To open the squelch manually, hold down [MONI].
t Push [PTT] to answer.
■ Tone scan
By scanning a Pocket Beep or Squelch function operation,
you can determine the subaudible tone required to open the
squelch.
q Set a channel to be checked for a tone frequency or
DTCS code.
w Push
[FUNC](M), and then push [TONE](1) several times
to
activate a Tone function
.
- No indication : Cannot be used for operation.
-“ ” : Subaudible tone encoder
-“ ” : CTCSS tone encoder or decoder
-“
D
” : DTCS code encoder or decoder
• The tone scan can be made even if the Tone function is not selected.
e Push [FUNC](M), and then [T.SCAN](3) to start a tone
scan.
• To change the scan direction while scanning, push [S] or [T].
r When a tone frequency or DTCS code is matched, the
squelch opens and the tone frequency or code is temporarily programmed.
• The decoded CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS code is used
depending on the selected Tone function type in step
w
.
t To cancel the scan, push any key except [ ], [S]/[T],
[FUNC], [
] or [MONI]..
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■ Subaudible tone encoder
Subaudible tones are superimposed over your transmitted
signal and must be set fi rst.
q Push [FUNC](M) then [SET](8) to enter the Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select the subaudible tone encoder
item. (rt)
e Rotate [VOL] to select the subaudible tone.
r Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Set mode.
• Available subaudible tone frequencies (unit: Hz)
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
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162.2
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173.8
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218.1
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229.1
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250.3
254.1
88.5 Hz subaudible tone
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The DTMF codes are used for autopatching, controlling
other equipment, and other operations. The transceiver has
16 DTMF memory channels (d0–d9, dA, db, dC, dd, dE and
dF) for storage of often-used DTMF code sequences of up
to 24 digits.
q Push
[FUNC](M), and then [
DTMF.M](0) to enter the
DTMF memory mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select a DTMF memory channel.
• If previously programmed, the DTMF code is displayed.
e Hold
down [
DTMF.M](0) for 1 second to enter the pro-
gramming mode.
• “_ _ _ _ _” appears.
• The previously programmed memories will be cleared by this
operation.
r Push keys to input a DTMF code sequence of up to 24
digits.
• [0]–[9] inputs “0”–“9,” [MONI] inputs “A,” [S] inputs “B,” [T] in-
puts “C,” [
] inputs “D,” [M] inputs “M (E)” and [# ENT](MN.
W) inputs “# (F).”
• If a digit is mistakenly input, push [PTT] momentarily, then re-
peat from step e.
t Repeat step r until the code is input.
y Push [PTT] to store the DTMF code sequence and exit
the programming mode.
• When the 24th digit is input, the transceiver automatically
stores the code sequence and returns to step w.
u Push [ ] to exit the DTMF memory.
• Programming mode indication
The programming mode consists of 5 pages.
Push , and then .
Hold down for 1 second
The next page appears when
the 6th digit is input.
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Programming a DTMF code sequence
DTMF MEMORY
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Page Digits Indication
1st 1st to 5th No indication.
2nd 6th to 10th “
” appears.
3rd 11th to 15th “
” appears.
4th 16th to 20th “
” appears.
5th 21st to 24th “
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The transceiver has two methods of transmitting a DTMF
code sequence. Select an option in the Set mode.
q Push [FUNC](M), and then [SET](8) to enter the Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select the DTMF TX key item (dmt).
e Rotate [VOL] to select an option.
• dmt.k : Transmits the appropriate DTMF code assigned to the
key.
• dmt.m :
Transmits the programmed DTMF code sequence in the
DTMF memory channel assigned to the key.
r Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Set mode.
D Manual DTMF code transmission
First, set the DTMF TX key to
“dmt.k” in the Set mode.
➥ While holding down [PTT], push the keys to transmit a
DTMF code sequence manually.
• Push [0]–[9] for “0”–“9,” [MONI] for “A,” [S] for “B,” [T] for “C,”
[
] for “D,” [M] for “M,” and [# ENT](MN.W) for “#.”
D Using a DTMF memory channel
First, set the DTMF TX key to
“dmt.m” in the Set mode.
➥ While holding down [PTT], push one of the keys to trans-
mit the DTMF code sequence in the memory.
• Pushing [0] to [9], [MONI](A), [S ](B), [T ](C), [ ] (D),
[M]
(E), or [# ENT
](MN.W)
(F) transmits a DTMF code channel
(d0–d9, dA, dB, dC, dD, dE or dF) respectively.
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■ Confi rming a DTMF memory
The DTMF tones in a memory channel can be confi rmed.
q Push
[FUNC](M), and then [
DTMF.M](0) to enter the
DTMF memory mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select a DTMF memory channel.
e Push [MONI] to confi rm the DTMF memory contents.
• The programmed DTMF code sequence sounds.
• After sounding, the transceiver exits the DTMF memory mode.
■ Setting DTMF transfer speed
When slow DTMF transmission speeds are required, the
transceiver’s DTMF transmission speed can be adjusted in
the Initial Set mode.
q While holding down [S] and [T ], turn ON the power to
enter the Initial Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select the DTMF speed item. (dtd)
e Rotate [VOL] to select a speed.
• dtd. 1 : 100 milliseconds interval; 5.0 cps
• dtd. 2 : 200 milliseconds interval; 2.5 cps
• dtd. 3 : 300 milliseconds interval; 1.6 cps
• dtd. 5 : 500 milliseconds interval; 1.0 cps
(cps=characters per second)
r Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Initial Set mode.
E
xits the DTMF memory mode.
The programmed DTMF code
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■ Set mode programming
The Set mode is used to change the settings of the transceiver
’s functions.
D Set mode operation
q
Push [FUNC](M), and then [SET](8) to enter the Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select the item.
e Rotate [VOL] to select the option or value.
r To exit the Set mode, push [# ENT](MN.W).
• Subaudible tone
frequency (p. 29)
• Tone squelch
frequency (p. 29)
• DTCS code (p. 29)
• DTCS polarity (p. 29)
•
Scan resume setting (p. 30)
•
Function key timer (p. 30)
• LCD backlight (p. 30)
• VOX gain (p. 30)
• Microphone gain (p. 31)
• VOX delay (p. 31)
• VOX time-out timer (p. 31)
• DTMF TX key (p. 31)
: Push
: Push
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■ Set mode items
D
Subaudible tone frequency (Encoder)
Selects one of 50 subaudible tone frequencies used only to
transmit.
• 67.0–254.1 Hz
D Tone squelch frequency
Selects one of tone frequencies for tone squelch
(both en-
coder/decoder)
or pocket beep operation.
• 67.0–254.1 Hz
• Usable subaudible tone frequencies (unit: Hz)
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
159.8
162.2
165.5
167.9
171.3
173.8
177.3
179.9
183.5
186.2
189.9
192.8
196.6
199.5
203.5
206.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
229.1
233.6
241.8
250.3
254.1
The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies and consequently their spacing is narrow compared with units having 38 tones. Therefore, some tone frequencies may receive interference from adjacent tone frequencies.
D DTCS Code
Selects one of 104 DTCS (both encoder and decoder) codes.
• 023–754
• Available DTCS codes
023
025
026
031
032
036
043
047
051
053
125
131
132
134
143
145
152
155
156
162
245
246
251
252
255
261
263
265
266
271
356
364
365
371
411
412
413
423
431
432
506
516
523
526
532
546
565
606
612
624
054
065
071
072
073
074
114
115
116
122
165
172
174
205
212
223
225
226
243
244
274
306
311
315
325
331
332
343
346
351
445
446
452
454
455
462
464
465
466
503
627
631
632
654
662
664
703
712
723
731
732
734
743
754
D DTCS Polarity
Selects the DTCS polarity between “dtP.nn” (normal), “dtP.nR”
(TX: normal, RX: reverse), “dtP.Rn” (TX: reverse, RX: normal) and
“dtP.RR”
(reverse).
The DTCS code’s polarity for transmitting or receiving can
be independently set by this item.
TX/RX: Normal polarity TX/RX: Reverse polarity
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D Scan resume setting
Selects the scan resume setting between SCt. 5, SCt. 10,
SCt. 15, and SCP. 2.
When a signal is received during a scan, the scan pauses
and then resumes, according to the scan resume setting.
• SCt. 5/10/15 : The scan pauses for 5, 10 or 15 seconds, and then
resumes.
• SCP.2 : The scan pauses until the received signal disappears, and then resumes after 2 seconds.
D Function key timer
Push
[FUNC](M)
to enter the Function mode, and then push
a keypad key to activate its second function.
• During the Function mode, “ ” is displayed on the LCD.
Sets the time between when the Function mode is entered,
and how long it remains activated after you push the keypad
key to activate its second function.
• F0.At : Exit the Function mode immediately after a key is
pushed to activate its second function.
• F1/2/3.At :
The Function mode remains activated for 1, 2 or 3 seconds after a key is pushed to activate its second function.
• F .m : The Function mode remains activated until
[FUNC](M)
is pushed again, even after a key is pushed
to activate
its second function.
D LCD backlight
Selects the LCD Backlight function.
• LIG.OF : Turns OFF the Backlight function.
• LIG.ON :
Lights continuously while the transceiver is ON.
• LIG.At : Turns ON when an operation occurs, and turns OFF
after 5
seconds.
D VOX gain
Sets the VOX gain to between 1 and 10. Higher values make
the VOX function more sensitive to your voice.
To turn OFF the VOX function, select “VOX.OF.”
NOTE: Set the microphone gain before setting the VOX
gain. See page 41 for details of the VOX function.
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D Microphone gain
Sets the microphone gain to between 1 and 4 to suit your
needs. Higher values make the microphone more sensitive
to your voice.
NOTE: When using the VOX function, we recommend
setting the microphone gain to 3. However, you can adjust
it to suit your operating environment (including your headset performance).
D VOX delay
The VOX Delay is the amount of time the transmitter stays
ON after you stop speaking.
Sets the VOX Delay to between “VXd.05” (0.5
seconds
),
“VXd.10” (1 second), “VXd.15” (1.5
seconds
), “VXd.20” (2
seconds
), “VXd.25” (2.5
seconds
) and “VXd.30” (3
seconds).
D VOX Time-out Timer
Sets the VOX Time-out Timer to 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 or 15
minutes to prevent accidental prolonged transmission by the
VOX function.
To turn OFF the function, select “Vto.OF.”
The VOX Time-out Timer must be set shorter than the
Time-out Timer, otherwise this timer will not function.
D DTMF TX key
Selects the method to transmit a DTMF code sequence.
While holding down [PTT], push one of the keys, [0] to [9],
[MONI](A), [S ](B), [T](C), [
](D), [M](E), and [# ENT]
(MN.W)(F).
• dmt.k : Transmits the appropriate DTMF code assigned to the
key.
• dmt.m :
Transmits the programmed DTMF code sequence in
the DTMF memory channel assigned to the key.
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■
Initial Set mode programming
The Initial Set mode can be accessed at power ON and allows you to set seldom-changed settings, to suit your preference and operating style.
D Initial Set mode operation
q While holding down
[S] and [T]
, turn ON the power to
enter the Initial Set mode.
w Push [S] or [T] to select an item.
e Rotate [VOL] to select the option or value.
r To exit the Initial Set mode, push [# ENT](MN.W).
• Time-out timer (p. 33)
• Auto power-OFF (p. 33)
• Lockout
(p. 33)
• Squelch delay (p. 34)
• DTMF speed (p. 34)
•
Dial assignment (p. 34)
• Simple mode (p. 34)
• Power save (p. 35)• Select speed (p. 35) • LCD contrast (p. 35)
• Battery protection
function (p. 36)
• Voltage indication
(p. 36)
• Microphone simple
mode (p. 35)
• Key-touch beep (p. 33)
• Auto low power (p. 36)
: Push
: Push
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■ Initial Set mode items
D Key-touch beep
Turns the key-touch beep ON (the beep level 1 to 3) or OFF.
• When changing the beep level, beeps sound at the level.
D Time-out timer
To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, the transceiver has a Time-out Timer. This function cuts transmission
OFF after 1 to 30 minute of continuous transmission.
To turn OFF the function, select “tot.OF.”
• tot.OF : Turns OFF the function.
• tot.1 to 30 :
If continuous transmission exceeds the selected time
period (1 to 30 minutes), the transmission will be cut off.
Approximately 10 seconds before the Time-out Timer is
activated, the transceiver emits a beep tone as a warning.
Be careful! When using the BP-263 battery case, the
batteries will become hot if this Time-out Timer function is
turned OFF or set to a long time period, and transmission
is made for long periods.
D Auto power-OFF
The transceiver can automatically turn itself OFF after a
specifi ed time. Activating a control or receiving a signal restarts
the time-out. The transceiver beeps before turning OFF.
30 minutes, 1 hour, 2 hours and OFF can be specifi ed. The
specifi ed time period is retained even when the transceiver
is turned OFF by the Auto Power OFF function. To cancel
the function, select "POF.OF."
• POF.OF : Turns OFF the function.
• POF.30/1H/2H :
The transceiver is automatically turned OFF when
no operation occurs during the selected time period.
D Lockout
Select a Lockout function option.
• RLO.OF : Turns OFF the function.
• RLO.RP : Inhibits transmitting when the channel is busy, except
while receiving a signal that includes a matching tone.
• RLO.bU : I
nhibits transmitting while receiving a signal.
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D Squelch delay
Sets the squelch delay between short and long. The delay
prevents the squelch from repeatedly opening and closing
while continuously receiving a weak signal.
• Sqd. S : Sets the squelch delay to short.
• Sqd. L : Sets the squelch delay to long
.
D DTMF speed
Selects a DTMF transfer speed.
• dtd. 1 : 100 milliseconds interval; 5.0 cps
• dtd. 2 : 200 milliseconds interval; 2.5 cps
• dtd. 3 : 300 milliseconds interval; 1.6 cps
• dtd. 5 : 500 milliseconds interval; 1.0 cps
(cps=characters per second)
D Dial assignment
Selects whether or not to use [VOL] as the channel selector
instead of [S] and [T]. When [VOL] functions as the
channel
selector, [S] and [T] function as volume controls.
D Simple mode
Inhibits the access to some functions. The operations and
modifications of Set mode items listed below are inhibited
while the Simple Mode function is turned ON.
Operation Set mode modifi cation
Tone Squelch and Pocket Beep Subaudible tone frequency
Tone Scan Tone squelch frequency
Setting skip channels DTCS code
Priority Watch DTCS polarity
Programming a channel name
Option [VOL] [S]/[T]
tOP.VO Volume control Channel selector
tOP.dI Channel selector Volume control
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D LCD Contrast
Selects the LCD contrast.
• Lcd.LO : Sets the contrast to low.
• Lcd.At : Sets the contrast to high. However, if the transceiver is
exposed to high temperatures, it automatically sets the
contrast to low.
D Power Save
The Power Save function allows you conserve battery life by
selecting the duty cycle of the receiver. Select the ratio of the
power save time to the standby time.
To turn OFF the function, select “P–S.OF.”
• P–S.OF : Turns OFF the function.
• P–S. 2 : Sets the duty cycle to 1:2. (ON: 0.1 sec., OFF: 0.2 sec.)
• P–S. 8 : Sets the duty cycle to 1:8. (ON: 0.1 sec., OFF: 0.8 sec.)
• P–S.16 : Sets the duty cycle to 1:16.
(ON: 0.1 sec., OFF: 1.6 sec.)
• P–S.At : Automatically sets the duty cycle.
When no operation occurs and no signal is received
for 5 seconds, the transceiver enters the Power Save
mode, and sets "1:2" as the duty cycle, and after 60
seconds, it sets "1:16" as the duty cycle.
D Dial Acceleration
Selects whether or not to accelerate the changing speed
when rotating [VOL] rapidly.
• S–S. m : Turns OFF the selecting speed acceleration.
• S–S. At : The selecting speed is automatically accelerated when
rapidly rotating [VOL].
D Microphone Simple mode
Microphone Simple mode is used to assign the essential operations to the four switches (S1 to S4) on the remote control unit.
• mS .Sm
• mS .n1
• mS .n2
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S1 Turns the Monitor function ON or OFF
S2 –
S3 Selects the channel 1
S4 Selects the channel 2
S1 –
S2 –
S3 Channel up
S4 Channel down
S1 Turns the Monitor function ON or OFF
S2 –
S3 Channel up
S4 Channel down
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• User remote control unit
The circuit illustrated below is for reference only.
D Voltage indication
The voltage of the battery is displayed at power ON. This
display can be turned ON or OFF.
• OF : The battery voltage display is skipped.
• On : The battery voltage is displayed at power ON.
D Battery protection
When the battery voltage decreases, the Battery Protection
function automatically turns OFF the transceiver.
Select the function option according to your battery type.
• bAt.OF :
Turns OFF the function. Select when you use the BP-263
battery case.
• bAt.nm : Select when you use the BP-264 Ni-MH battery pack.
• bAt.LI : Select when you use the BP-265 Li-Ion battery pack.
NOTE: BE SURE to select an appropriate option accord-
ing to your battery type
.
D Auto low power
Turns the Automatic Low-power function ON or OFF.
When the temperature goes below 0°C, the function automatically sets the output power to low.
In that case, the transmit power options (Hi or Mid) are also
disabled.
2.7 kΩ 6.8 kΩ 15 kΩ 33 kΩ
+
–
S1 S2 S3 S4
to the [SP] jack
GND
SP
REMOTE
Rated input 700 mW (8 Ω)
EXTERNAL SPEAKER
3.5(d) mm
>
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■ Cloning operation
Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the
programmed contents from one transceiver to another.
D Transceiver-to-transceiver cloning
q
Turn OFF the power, and then connect an optional OPC-474
cloning cable to the [SP] jacks of the master transceiver
and the sub transceiver.
•
The master transceiver is used to send the data to the sub transceiver.
w While pushing [FUNC](M) and [S], turn ON the master
transceiver to enter the cloning mode.
e Turn ON the sub transceiver.
r
Push [PTT] on the master transceiver to start the data transfer.
•
“CL Out” appears on the master transceiver’s display, and the signal
indicator shows the data is being transferred to the sub transceiver.
•
“CL In” appears on the sub transceiver’s display, and the signal indicator shows the data is being received from the master transceiver.
t
When cloning is fi nished, "CLOnE" appears again.
y
Turn OFF both transceivers, and then turn them ON again
to exit the cloning mode.
NOTE:
•
DO NOT push [PTT] on the sub transceiver while cloning. This will cause a cloning error.
• DO NOT disconnect the cloning cable or turn OFF the
power
while clon
ing. This will cause a cloning error.
D Cloning using a PC
The CS-80FX CLONING SOFTWARE is also used to clone/edit
contents with a PC (using Microsoft
®
Windows® 2000/XP or
Windows Vista
®
/Windows® 7) using ICF format fi les.
Refer to the INSTRUCTIONS and the Help file that come
with the CS-80FX, for details.
Master transceiver
Sub transceiver
Transceiver
PC
OPC-478
(RS-232C type)
OPC-478UC*
(USB type)
to USB port
to RS-232C
port
*Refer to the OPC-478UC instruction manual for OS driver compatibility.
• “CLOnE” appears
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.
The transceiver does not turn
ON.
• The battery is exhausted.
• The battery polarity is reversed.
•
Loose connection of a battery pack or case.
• Charge the battery pack, or replace the batteries.
• Check the battery polarity.
• Clean the battery terminals.
pp. 11–13
p. 13
p. 13
No sound comes from the
speaker.
• Volume level is too low.
• An external speaker or a cloning cable is
connected to the [SP] jack.
• Rotate [VOL] to adjust the volume level.
• Check the external speaker connection or remove
the cloning cable.
p. 14
–
Transmitting is impossible. • The battery is exhausted.
• TX permission is inhibited on the channel.
• The Lockout function is activated.
• Charge the battery pack, or replace the batteries.
•
Set the ‘TX inhibit’ item to OFF using the CS-80FX
CLONING SOFTWARE.
• Turn OFF
the Lockout function.
pp. 11–13
–
p. 17
Transmitting using the VOX
function is impossible.
• The VOX gain is set to OFF or too low.
• The microphone gain is too low.
• TX permission is inhibited on the channel.
•
Set the VOX gain to a suitable level.
•
Set the microphone gain to a suitable level.
•
Set the ‘TX inhibit’ item to OFF using the CS-80FX
CLONING SOFTWARE.
p. 30
p. 31
–
Contacting with another station is impossible.
• A different tone or code is used for the
tone or DTCS squelch.
• Check the tone or DTCS by performing a tone
scan.
p. 21
Channel cannot be set. • The Key Lock function is activated. • Push [FUNC](M), and then hold down [
] for
1 second to turn OFF the Key Lock function.
p. 16
Some operations or modifi cations of Set mode items are
impossible.
• The transceiver is in the simple mode. • Turn OFF the Simple Mode function. p. 34
The display is erroneous. • External factors have caused a fault. • Remove and re-attach the battery pack or case. p. 2
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• BP-263 BATTERY CASE
Battery case for LR6 (AA) × 6 alkaline batteries.
• BP-264
NI-MH BATTERY PAC K
7.2 V/1400 mAh (Typ.) Ni-MH battery pack. Battery life: 13 hrs.
(approximately; high power, Tx : Rx : Standby = 5:5:90)
• BP-265
LI-ION BATTERY PAC K
7.4 V/1900 mAh (Min.)/2000 mAh (Typ.) Lithium Ion battery
pack. Battery life: 18.5 hrs. (approximately.; high power, Tx : Rx
: Standby = 5:5:90)
• BC-191
DESKTOP CHARGER+BC-123S AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging of the Ni-MH battery pack. An AC adapter
may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version.
Charging time: approximately 2 hours for the BP-264.
• BC-192
DESKTOP CHARGER+BC-147S AC ADAPTER
For regular charging of the Ni-MH battery pack. An AC adapter
may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version.
Charging time: approximately 16 hours for the BP-264.
• BC-193
DESKTOP CHARGER+BC-123S AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging of the Li-Ion battery pack. An AC adapter
may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version.
Charging time: approximately 2.5 hours for the BP-265.
• CP-23L
CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE
For charging of the battery packs through a 12 V cigarette
lighter socket. (For only BC-191/BC-193)
• OPC-515L DC POWER CABLE
For charging of the battery packs using a 12 V DC power
source instead of the AC adapter. (For all chargers)
• MB-124
BELT CLIP
Exclusive alligator-type belt clip.
• FA-B71V 245 MH
Z ANTENNA
The same antenna that is supplied with the transceiver.
• HM-153L
EARPHONE-MICROPHONE
Ideal for hands-free operation: clip the HM-153L (with inte-
grated PTT switch) to your lapel or breast pocket.
• HM-158L/HM-159L
SPEAKER-MICROPHONE
Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient
operation while hanging the transceiver on your belt.
•
HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 HEADSET+OPC-2004 PLUG ADAPTER CABLE
HS-94 : Ear hook type
HS-95 : Neck & arm type
HS-97 : Throat microphone
OPC-2004 : Allows you to connect the HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 to
the transceiver. After connecting, the VOX function
can be used.
•
CS-80FX CLONING SOFTWARE+OPC-478/OPC-478UC CLONING CABLE
Provides quick and easy programming of channels and Set
modes contents.
• OPC-474
CLONING CABLE
For transceiver-to-transceiver cloning.
Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver.
Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an
Icom transceiver in the event Icom transceiver is used with
equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.
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■ VOX function
The transceiver has a VOX function, which allows hands-free
operation.
An optional HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 headset and the OPC2004 plug adapter cable are also required.
• The VOX (voice operated transmission) function starts transmission when you speak into the microphone, without needing to
push [PTT]; then, automatically returns to reception when you stop
speaking.
D Optional unit connection
q Hold down [ ] for 1 second to turn OFF the power.
w Remove the jack cover. (p. 2)
e Connect the optional HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 and OPC-
2004, as illustrated below.
D Turning the VOX function ON or OFF
q Connect an optional headset and plug adapter cable to
the transceiver, and then turn ON the power.
w Push
[FUNC](M), and then [VOX](2)
to turn the VOX func-
tion ON or OFF
.
•
“VOX” appears when the VOX function is ON.
NOTE:
•
When using the VOX function, adjust the microphone gain
and the VOX-related settings (pp. 30, 31) to suit your operating environment (including your headset performance).
• Set the microphone gain before setting the VOX gain in
the Set mode (p. 31). We recommend setting the microphone gain to 3.
HS-94 etc.
OPC-2004
(Plug adaptor cable)
(Headset)
q
w
e
[ ]
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■ VOX function (Continued)
D VOX-related settings
The VOX gain, the VOX delay, and the VOX Time-out Timer is
set in the Set mode.
q Connect an optional headset and plug adapter cable to
the transceiver, and then turn ON the power.
w Push [FUNC](M), and then [VOX](2) to turn ON the VOX
function.
e Push [FUNC](M), and then [SET](8) to enter the Set mode.
r Push [S] or [T] to select the VOX gain (VOX), the VOX
delay (VXd), or the VOX Time-out Timer (Vto) item.
t Rotate [VOL] to select a option.
y Push [# ENT](MN.W) to exit the Set mode.
The VOX function is not activated while in the Set mode.
• VOX gain
The VOX gain level can be adjusted between 1 (minimum) and
10 (maximum), or turned OFF. Higher values make the VOX
function more sensitive to your voice.
➥ While speaking into the head-
set microphone, adjust the
VOX gain until “On” continuously appears on the LCD.
If “On” is intermittent, be sure the VOX delay is set long
enough to allow normal pauses in speech, but keep the
VOX ON until you fi nish speaking.
✔ CONVENIENT!
While transmitting using the VOX function, you can adjust
the VOX gain simply by rotating [VOL].
• VOX delay
Sets the VOX delay to between 0.5 and 3.0 seconds (in
0.5 second steps). The VOX delay is the amount of time the
transmitter stays ON after you stop speaking.
The VOX delay is set to
1 second
The VOX delay is set to
3 seconds
• VOX Time-out Timer
Sets the VOX Time-out Timer to between 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10
and 15 minutes to prevent accidental prolonged transmission
for the VOX function.
To turn OFF the function, select “Vto."
The VOX Time-out Timer must be set shorter than the
Time-out Timer, otherwise this timer will not function.
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The VOX function is
turned OFF.
The VOX gain is set to
10 (maximum).
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SPECIFICATIONS
D General
• Frequency coverage : 245.000–245.9875 MHz
• Mode :
FM Narrow
• Usable temperature range : –20°C to +60°C
• Frequency stability : ±2.5 ppm
(–20°C to +60°C)
• Power supply : Icom specifi ed battery pack or case
• Current drain
(at 7.2 V DC: typical)
Transmit at 5.0 W (High) : 1.4 A
at 2.5 W (Mid) 0.9 A
at 0.5 W (Low) 0.5 A
Receive standby : 70 mA
power save 20 mA
max. audio
320 mA
(internal speaker)
200 mA
(external speaker)
• Antenna connector : BNC (50 Ω)
• Dimensions : 58(W)×112(H)×30(D) mm
(projections not included)
• Weight (approximately) : 140 g
(without the battery pack/case and antenna)
D Transmitter
• Modulation system : Variable reactance
frequency modulation
• Output power
(at 7.2 V DC) : High 5.0 W, Mid 2.5 W, Low 0.5 W.
• Type of emission : F2D, F3E
• Max. frequency deviation : ±2.5 kHz
• Spurious emissions : Less than –70 dB
• External mic. connector : 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm/2.2 kΩ
D Receiver
• Receive system :
Double-conversion superheterodyne
• Intermediate frequencies : 1st: 46.35 MHz, 2nd: 450 kHz
• Sensitivity
(at 12 dB SINAD) : 0.18 µV typ.
•
Squelch sensitivity (threshold)
: 0.13 µV typ.
• Adjacent channel selectivity : 63 dB typ.
• Spurious and image rejection
: 70 dB typ.
• Intermodulation : 70 dB typ.
• Audio output power
Int. speaker (16 Ω) : 0.75 W typ. at 10% distortion
Ext. speaker (8 Ω) : 0.45 W typ. at 5% distortion
• External speaker connector : 3-conductor 3.5(d) mm/8 Ω
D Channel list (unit: MHz)
All stated specifi cations are subject to change without notice or obligation.
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Ch. Freq. Ch. Freq. Ch. Freq. Ch. Freq. Ch. Freq.
1 245.0000 17 245.2000 33 245.4000 49 245.6000 65 245.8000
2 245.0125 18 245.2125 34 245.4125 50 245.6125 66 245.8125
3 245.0250 19 245.2250 35 245.4250 51 245.6250 67 245.8250
4 245.0375 20 245.2375 36 245.4375 52 245.6375 68 245.8375
5 245.0500 21 245.2500 37 245.4500 53 245.6500 69 245.8500
6 245.0625 22 245.2625 38 245.4625 54 245.6625 70 245.8625
7 245.0750 23 245.2750 39 245.4750 55 245.6750 71 245.8750
8 245.0875 24 245.2875 40 245.4875 56 245.6875 72 245.8775
9 245.1000 25 245.3000 41 245.5000 57 245.7000 73 245.9000
10 245.1125 26 245.3125 42 245.5125 58 245.7125 74 245.9125
11 245.1250 27 245.3250 43 245.5250 59 245.7250 75 245.9250
12 245.1375 28 245.3375 44 245.5375 60 245.7375 76 245.9375
13 245.1500 29 245.3500 45 245.5500 61 245.7500 77 245.9500
14 245.1625 30 245.3625 46 245.5625 62 245.7625 78 245.9625
15 245.1750 31 245.3750 47 245.5750 63 245.7750 79 245.9750
16
245.1875
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64 245.7875 80
245.9875
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