Icom IC-A120, IC-A120E User Manual

BASIC MANUAL

VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVERS

iA120
iA120E

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.

IMPORTANT

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely

before using the transceiver.

Microphone

Microphone hanger Microphone

hanger cable

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This

instruction manual contains important operating instructions
for the IC-A120 and IC-A120E.

DC power cable

Mounting bracket Sponges*

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

The explicit denitions below apply to this instruction manual.

WORD DEFINITION

RWARNING!

CAUTION

NOTE

CAUTION: Changes or modications to this transceiver, not

expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.

About E-marking: Detailed installation notes for Icom mobile

transceivers to be tted into vehicles are available. Please

contact your Icom dealer or distributor.

i

Personal injury, re hazard or electric

shock may occur.
Equipment damage may occur.

If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk

of personal injury, re or electric shock.

Flat washers Bracket bolts Self-tapping screws

(5×16)

Spring washers Mounting screws

(5×12)

Nuts

* Used for optional unit installation.
Ask the technical dealer for details.

Fuses (10 A)

Self-tapping screws
(3×16, for Microphone
hangar)

PRECAUTIONS

R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC

outlet. This may pose a re hazard or result in an electric shock.

R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to a power

source of more than 31.5 V DC. This could damage the transceiver.

R WARNING! NEVER cut the DC power cable between

the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect connection is made
after cutting, the transceiver might be damaged.

R WARNING! NEVER place the transceiver where normal

operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause
bodily injury.

CAUTION: NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or

any liquids.

DO NOT operate or place the transceiver in areas with

temperatures below –30°C (–22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F), or in
areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard.

DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle’s

engine. The vehicle’s battery will quickly run out when the
transceiver transmits while the vehicle’s engine is OFF.

DO NOT place the transceiver in excessively dusty

environments.

DO NOT place the transceiver against walls. Otherwise heat

dissipation will be obstructed.

DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when

cleaning, as they damage the transceiver surfaces.

BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when

operating continuously for long periods.

USE the specied microphone only. Other microphones have

different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver.
Place the transceiver in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by
children.

KEEP the transceiver away from the heavy rain, and never

immerse it in the water. The transceiver meets IP54* requirements
for dust-protection and splash resistance. However, once the
transceiver has been dropped, dust protection and splash
resistance cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver
may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, and so on.
*Only when the supplied microphone is attached.

CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this

radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used.

Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom
Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom,
Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other
countries.

The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Icom inc. is under license.
All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective holders.

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PRÉCAUTIONS

R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS connecter

l'émetteur-récepteur a une alimentation CA au risque de
provoquer un incendie ou un choc electrique.

R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS brancher

l’émetteur-récepteur sur une source d’alimentation de plus de

31.5 V CC. NE JAMAIS émettre lorsque le coupleur est activé (ON),
alors qu'aucune antenne n'est raccordée, au risque d'endommager
gravement l'émetteur-récepteur.

R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS couper le câble

d’alimentation CC entre la prise CC à l’arrière de l’émetteur­récepteur et le porte fusible. L’émetteur-récepteur peut être
endommagé par la suite en cas de connexion inappropriée.

MISE EN GARDE: NE JAMAIS placer l’émetteur-

récepteur à un emplacement où il pourrait gêner le fonctionnement
normal du navire ou provoquer des blessures corporelles.

MISE EN GARDE: NE JAMAIS exposer l’émetteur-

récepteur à la pluie, à la neige ou à tout autre liquide.

NE PAS utiliser ou placer l’émetteur-récepteur dans des zones

où la temperature est inférieure à –30°C (–22°F) ou supérieure

à +60°C (+140°F) ou dans des zones soumises au rayonnement

solaire direct, telles le tableau de bord.

En utilisation mobile,
embarque avec le moteur du vehicule arrete. La batterie du
véhicule sera rapidement épuisé lorsque la radio transmet lorsque
le moteur du véhicule est éteint.

NE PAS utiliser un emetteur-recepteur

NE PAS placer l'émetteur-récepteur dans un environnement

excessivement poussiereux ou en plein soleil.

NE PAS placer l'émetteur-récepteur contre un mur pour ne pas

gêner la dispersion de la chaleur.

NE PAS utiliser de solvants agressifs tels que l'essence ou

l'alcool pour nettoyer le l’émetteur-récepteur, en raison des risques
d'endommager la surface du l’émetteur-récepteur.

ATTENTION! L’émetteur-récepteur chauffe en cas d’utilisation

continue sur une longue durée.
Utiliser exclusivement un microphone Icom (fourni d’origine ou en
option). La repartition des broches des microphones des autres
fabricants est différente et leur connexion à l’IC-A120/IC-A120E
peut endommager l’émetteur-récepteur.
Placer l’émetteur-récepteur hors de portée des enfants pour éviter
toute utilisation inopinée.

PLACEZ l'émetteur-récepteur loin d'une forte pluie et ne

jamais l'immerger dans l'eau. Cet émetteur-récepteur répond aux
exigences de la norme IP54* en matière de protection contre
la poussière et de résistance aux éclaboussures. Toutefois,
si l'émetteur-récepteur tombe par terre, la protection contre la
poussière et la résistance aux éclaboussures ne peuvent être

garanties, car l'appareil peut être ssuré ou le joint d'étanchéité

peut être endommagé, etc.

*Seulement lorsque le microphone fourni est xé.

MISE EN GARDE: Utilisation de 8,33 kHz Espacement des

canaux de cette radio est strictement interdite et ne doit pas être
utilisé au Canada.

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SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

CAUTION

Your Icom radio generates RF
electromagnetic energy during transmit
mode. This radio is designed for and

classied as “Occupational Use Only,”

WARNING

• For compliance with FCC and Industry Canada RF
Exposure Requirements, the transmitter antenna
installation shall comply with the following two conditions:

1. The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed 0 dBi.

2. The antenna is required to be located outside of a

vehicle and kept at a distance of 56 centimeters or
more between the transmitting antenna of this device
and any persons during operation. For a small vehicle,
the antenna as worst case, the antenna shall be
located on the roof top at any place on the centre line
along the vehicle in order to achieve 56 centimeters
separation distance. In order to ensure this distance is
met, the installation of the antenna must be mounted
at least 56 centimeters away from the nearest edge
of the vehicle in order to protect against exposure to
bystanders.

meaning it must be used only during the

course of employment by individuals aware
of the hazards, and the ways to minimize

such hazards. This radio is NOT intended

for use by the “General Population” in an
uncontrolled environment.

To ensure that your exposure to RF
electromagnetic energy is within the FCC
allowable limits for occupational use,
always adhere to the following guidelines:

• DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna
attached, as this may damage the radio and may also
cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper
antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the

manufacturer or an antenna specically authorized by the

manufacturer for use with this radio.

• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time
(“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time
can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements
to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “TX”
indicator appears. You can cause the radio to transmit by
pressing the PTT switch.

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy
that can possibly cause interference with other devices or
systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in
areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate
the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic
radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.

iv

INFORMATION EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ

A

VERTISSEMENT

MISE EN GARDE

Votre radio Icom produit une énergie
électromagnétique de radiofréquences (RF), en

mode de transmission. Cette radio est conçue

pour un «usage professionnel seulement» et
classée comme tel, ce qui signie qu'elle doit
être utilisée uniquement dans le cadre d'un
travail par des personnes conscientes des
dangers et des mesures visant à minimiser
ces dangers. Elle N'EST PAS conçue pour
une «utilisation grand public», dans un
environnement non contrôlé.

• An de satisfaire aux exigences de la FCC et d'Industrie Canada

en matière d'exposition aux RF, il est nécessaire que l'antenne soit
installée conformément aux deux conditions suivantes:

1. Le gain de l'antenne du radio émetteur ne doit pas dépasser 0
dBi.

2. Il faut que l'antenne émettrice de cet appareil soit placée
à l'extérieur d'un véhicule et tenue éloignée d'au moins 56
centimètres de toute personne pendant le fonctionnement.
Dans le pire des cas, pour un petit véhicule, l'antenne doit
être placée sur le toit, n'importe où dans l'axe central du

véhicule, an de respecter une distance de 56 cm du bord le

plus rapproché du véhicule et ainsi éviter que les personnes
présentes soient exposées.

An de vous assurer que votre exposition à une
énergie électromagnétique de RF se situe dans les
limites permises par la FCC pour une utilisation
grand public, veuillez en tout temps respecter les
directives suivantes:

•

NE PAS faire fonctionner la radio sans qu'une antenne appropriée

y soit xée, car ceci risque d'endommager la radio et causer une

exposition supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC. L'antenne
appropriée est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant
ou une antenne spécialement autorisée par le fabricant pour être
utilisée avec cette radio.

• NE PAS émettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation
de l'appareil («50% du facteur d'utilisation»). Émettre pendant plus
de 50% du temps total d'utilisation peut causer une exposition
aux RF supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC. La radio est
en train d’émettre lorsque le témoin du mode de transmission

s'afche sur l'écran ACL. La radio émettra si vous appuyez sur le

bouton du microphone.

Interférence électromagnétique et compatibilité

En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l'énergie de
RF qui peut provoquer des interférences avec d'autres appareils ou

systèmes. Pour éviter de telles interférences, mettez la radio hors

tension dans les secteurs où une signalisation l’exige. NE PAS faire
fonctionner l'émetteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement
électromagnétique tels que les hôpitaux, les aéronefs et les sites de
dynamitage.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT .......................................................................... i

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ....................................................... i

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .................................................. i

PRECAUTIONS .................................................................... ii

PRÉCAUTIONS ....................................................................iii

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ................................... iv

INFORMATION EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ ..................... v

1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ................................................1–2

■ Front panel ................................................................... 1

■ Function display ........................................................... 2

2 BASIC OPERATION ....................................................3–5

■ Turning ON the transceiver .......................................... 3

■ Receiving and transmitting ........................................... 4

■ Adjusting the squelch ................................................... 5

3 Bluetooth

■ Operating Bluetooth

■ Electromagnetic Interference ....................................... 6

■ Pairing with a headset .................................................. 7

■ Connecting a paired headset ....................................... 7

■ Setting AF Output .........................................................8

■ Disconnecting a headset .............................................. 8

■ Unpairing a headset ..................................................... 8

®

OPERATION ............................................6–8

®

...................................................6

4 MENU MODE ............................................................. 9–10

■ Using the Menu mode .................................................. 9

■ Menu item list ............................................................... 9

5 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ......................... 11–12

■ Specications ............................................................. 11

■ Options ....................................................................... 12

5 INFORMATION ........................................................ 13–15

■ Firmware version identication .................................. 13

■ Disposal ..................................................................... 13

■ Country code list ........................................................ 13

■ VFO channel ID list .................................................... 14

■ FCC information ......................................................... 15

INDEX.................................................................................16

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1

PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel

VOLUME CONTROL KNOB

STATUS INDICATOR

FUNCTION DISPLAY

MICROPHONE
CONNECTOR

PRIORITY CHANNEL/DUALWATCH KEY [PRI]/[DUAL]

SCAN KEY [SCAN]

1

1

UP/DOWN KEYS [∫]/[√]

POWER KEY [

SPEAKER

ENTER/MHz/GRP KEY [

MENU/CLEAR KEY [MENU]/[CLR]

SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT/LOCK KEY [SQL]/[

]

]/[MHz]/[GRP]

]

PANEL DESCRIPTION

BLUETOOTH ICON

CHANNEL READOUT FREQUENCY READOUT

NAME

OPERA
ICON

1

■ Function display

TX/BUSY ICON

TING MODE

LOCKOUT ICON

SCAN/CHANNEL ICON

GROUP NAME

RX

READOUT

MEMORY
READOUT

01

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

0

1

2

13

14

15

16

2

2

BASIC OPERATION

■ Turning ON the transceiver

Hold down [ ] for 1 second to turn ON the transceiver.
If the transceiver is preset for a start-up password, enter the
6 digits password.

While in the Password Entry mode, “PASSWORD” is
displayed.

D Entering the password

Enter the password in the following manner.

KEY

NUMBER

Example:

If the password is 513824, push [SCAN], [PRI/DUAL],
[MENU/CLR], [MENU/CLR], [SQL/
[

/MHz/GRP].

• Note that each key represents 2 digits. That means,

“123456” and “678901” are entered in exactly the same
way (requires no multiple or extended pushing.)

• The entered password will not be displayed.

• If “PASSWORD” does not disappear after entering, the

entered password is incorrect. Turn OFF the transceiver,
and then try again.

0

5

1

6

2

7

3

8

], and then push

4

9

3

BASIC OPERATION

2

■ Receiving and transmitting

1. Setting the frequency

Setting the frequency in the Memory mode

1) Open the “MEMORY” menu.
➥ Push [

2) Select “GROUPS” item.
➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then push [

3) Select a desired group.
➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then push [

4) Select a desired channel.
➥ Push [∫] or [√].

/MHz/GRP].

/MHz/GRP].

/MHz/GRP].

Setting the frequency in the VFO mode
(For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.)

1) Switch the transceiver to the VFO mode.
➥ Select “VFO MODE” group in the Menu mode and

then push [

MENU > VFO MODE/MEMORY MODE

2) Set the MHz digit.

➥ Push [

• The MHz digit blinks.

3) Exit the MHz Digit Selection mode.

➥ Push [

4) Set the kHz digit.

➥ Push [∫] or [√].

TIP: You can select the channel spacing in the “CH
SPACING” item*.

MENU > SETTINGS > FUNCTIONS > CH SPACING

* The menu may not be displayed, depending on the transceiver’s

presettings. Ask your authorized Icom dealer or transceiver

administrator for details.

/MHz/GRP].

/MHz/GRP], and then push [∫] or [√].

/MHz/GRP] again.

1

02

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of

this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used.

16

4

BASIC OPERATION

2

■ Receiving and transmitting (Continued)

2. Receiving

When receiving a signal, “BUSY” is displayed and audio is
heard.

• Rotate volume control knob to adjust the audio level.

• Adjust the squelch if necessary. See ‘Adjusting the squelch’
to the right for details.

3. Transmitting

1) Hold down [PTT], and then speak at your normal voice

level.

• “TX” is displayed.

2) Release [PTT] to receive.

Information

To maximise the clarity of the signal, hold the microphone
about 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth.

■ Adjusting the squelch

Adjust the squelch to mute undesired noise when no signal
is received.

1) Open the “SQL” window.
➥ Push [SQL/

2) Adjust the squelch.
➥ Push [∫] or [√] to select the desired squelch level.

].

5

Bluetooth® OPERATION

3

■ Operating Bluetooth

If the UT-133A Bluetooth® unit is installed in the transceiver,
you can connect a Bluetooth
When you connect the VS-3 Bluetooth
transceiver, you can wirelessly transmit and receive the
headset audio.
The VS-3 has a [PTT] switch, so you can transmit in the
same way as using the transceiver’s [PTT] switch.

Communication range of Bluetooth
meters (32.8 ft).

The Bluetooth® communication range may vary, depending
on your operating environment.
Microwave ovens or Wireless LANs may cause
interference. In that case, stop using those devices or
move away from them.
This Bluetooth
communication is unstable, move within the range.

®

headset has a usable range. If

®

headset.

®

®

®

headset to the

is approximately 10

®

Bluetooth

Transceiver with the
UT-133A Bluetooth® unit

Optional Vs-3

®

Bluetooth

headset

■ Electromagnetic Interference

When you use a Bluetooth® headset, pay attention to the
following:
Bluetooth

The 2.4 GHz band is also used by other devices, such as

Wireless LAN products, microwave ovens, RFID systems,
amateur radio stations, and so on.
When using the Bluetooth
interference may occur, causing a decrease in
communication speed, and an unstable connection.
In such cases, use the headset away from the other
devices, or stop using those headsets.

®

devices operate in the 2.4 GHz band.

®

headset near such devices,

02

03

6

Bluetooth® OPERATION

3

■ Pairing with a headset

These instructions describe pairing with the VS-3 Bluetooth®

headset. You can pair a maximum of 7 Bluetooth

with the transceiver.

• If you try to pair a Bluetooth® headset to a transceiver that already
has 7 headsets paired with it, the oldest headset will automatically
be unpaired.

®

headsets

3) Select the desired headset to pair.
➥ Push [∫] or [√] and then push [

• A passkey or PIN code may be required to pair,
depending on the headset. Refer to your headset’s
instructions for details.

/MHz/GRP].

4) Exit the Menu mode.

➥ Push [

• “ ” is displayed if the headset is correctly paired.

].

1. Turning ON transceiver’s Bluetooth® function

1) Open the “BLUETOOTH FUNC” item.
MENU > SETTINGS > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH FUNC

2) Activate the Bluetooth

➥ Select “ON” and push [

®

unit.

/MHz/GRP].

2. Entering the Pairing mode of the VS-3

• See the VS-3’s instruction manual for details.

3. Pairing the Bluetooth® headset

1) Open the “DEVICE SEARCH” item.
MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT >DEVICE SEARCH

2) Search for a headset to pair.

➥ Select “HEADSET” and push

[

/MHz/GRP].

•

The found headsets are displayed.

• “NOT FOUND” is displayed if no

headsets are found.

• Push [MENU/CLR] to cancel

searching.

• The headset name changes to

its Bluetooth® device address in

7

5 seconds.

■ Connecting a paired headset

If you have a previously paired headset, follow the steps
below to connect it.

1) Open the “PAIR/CONNECT” menu.

MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT

• The paired headsets are displayed.

2) Select the desired headset to connect.
➥ Push [∫] or [√] and then push [

• “CONNECT” and “UNPAIR” is displayed.

3) Connect the headset.
➥ Select “CONNECT” and then push

[

/MHz/GRP].

• The check mark “4” in the box is displayed.

4) Exit the Menu mode.
➥ Push [

].

/MHz/GRP].

Bluetooth® OPERATION

3

■ Setting AF Output

You can select the AF output option in the
item.

MENU > SETTINGS > BLUETOOTH > HEADSET SET >

AF OUTPUT

HEADSET: Outputs audio to the connected

Bluetooth

HEADSET & SPEAKER: Outputs audio to both the

connected Bluetooth
the transceiver’s speaker.

®

headset.

“AF OUTPUT”

®

headset and

■ Disconnecting a headset

You can disconnect from a headset without cancelling the
pairing.

1) Open the “PAIR/CONNECT” menu.

MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT

• The connected headsets are displayed.

2) Select the desired headset to disconnect.
➥ Push [∫] or [√] and then push [

• “DISCONNECT” is displayed.

/MHz/GRP].

3) Disconnect the headset.
➥ Push [

• The check mark “4” in the box disappears.

4) Exit the Menu mode.
➥ Push [

/MHz/GRP], and then select [YES].

].

■ Unpairing a headset

You can unpair a Bluetooth® headset.
Before unpairing a connected

1) Open the “PAIR/CONNECT” menu.
MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT

• The paired headsets are displayed.

2) Select the desired headset to unpair.

➥ Push [∫] or [√] and then push [

3) Unpair the headset.

➥ Select “UNPAIR” and push [

• The headset name disappears from the “PAIR/CONNECT”

menu.

headset

/MHz/GRP].

, disconnect it.

/MHz/GRP].

03

4) Exit the Menu mode.

➥ Push [

].

8

4

MENU MODE

■ Using the Menu mode

You can set seldom changed settings in the Menu mode.

You can customize the transceiver settings to suit your

preference and operating style.

Example: Turning OFF the key beep.

1) Enter the Menu mode.
➥ Push [MENU/CLR].

2) Open the “SETTINGS” group.
➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then

push [

3) Open the “SOUNDS” menu.
➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then

push [

4) Open the “KEY BEEP” item.
➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then

push [

5) Select “OFF.”
➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then

push [

6) Exit the Menu mode.
➥ Push [

/MHz/GRP].

/MHz/GRP].

/MHz/GRP].

/MHz/GRP].

].

■ Menu item list

The list on this basic manual shows the transceiver’s menu
items.
See the FULL MANUAL for each menu item’s details. You
can download the FULL MANUAL from the Icom website,
shown below.

http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/manual/
index.php

The menu items contained in the transceiver may be
different, depending on the transceiver’s setting. Ask your

dealer or transceiver administrator for details.

VFO MODE/MEMORY MODE group
(For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.)
MEMORY WRITE group
(May not be displayed, depending on the transceiver’s
settings.)

MEMORY NAME
LOCKOUT

GROUP
GROUP NAME

WRITE

9

MENU MODE

4

MEMORY MANAGE group*

1

EDIT

MEMORY NAME
LOCKOUT
GROUP NAME

OVERWRITE
DELETE
BLUETOOTH group*

2

PAIR/CONNECT

DEVICE SEARCH
PAIRING STANDBY

SETTINGS group

FUNCTIONS

CH SPACING*

PRIORITY CH*

1

1

NOISE LIMITING

TIME OUT TIMER*

MIC KEY CUSTOMIZE*

1

1

LOCK FUNCTION

1

CI-V*

1

*

May not be displayed, depending on the transceiver’s setting.

2

*

Displayed only when the optional UT-133A Bluetooth® unit is
installed.

SETTINGS group (Continued)

1

SCAN*

SCAN TYPE*
RESUME TIMER*
ON-HOOK SCAN*
STOP/TX CH*

1

1

1

1

DISPLAY

LCD BACKLIGHT
LCD CONTRAST
INDICATION TYPE

SOUNDS

KEY BEEP
BEEP LEVEL
SIDE TONE
SPEAKER OUTPUT

BLUETOOTH*

2

BLUETOOTH FUNC
AUTO CONNECT*

1

HEADSET SET
DATA DEVICE SET*

1

DEVICE INFO
DEVICE INITIALIZE*

1

INFORMATION

VERSION

04

10

11

5

SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

■ Specications

In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used.

D General

• Frequency range:

IC-A120 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz
IC-A120E (AUS version) 118.000 to 136.97500 MHz
IC-A120E (Others) 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz

• Channel spacing: 25 kHz/8.33*1 kHz

• Type of emission:
IC-A120 6K00A3E/5K60A3E (FCC/EXP)
6K00A3E (Industry Canada)
IC-A120E 6K80A3E/5K00A3E*

• Number of memory channels: 200

• Antenna impedance: 50 ø (nominal)

• Antenna connector: SO-239

• Power supply requirement: 13.75 V/27.5 V DC
(negative ground)

• Current drain (at 13.75 V):
TX 5.0 A
Maximum audio 4.0 A

• Operating temperature range:

IC-A120 –30˚C to +60˚C,
–22˚F to +140˚F
IC-A120E –20˚C to +55˚C

• Dimensions:
(projections not included) 161 (W)✕45 (H)✕175 (D) mm,

6.3 (W)✕1.8 (H)✕6.9 (D) inches

• Weight (approximately): 1.5 kg, 3.3 lb

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Except IC-A120E (AUS version).

*

1

D Transmitter

• Output power:
IC-A120 9 W (Carrier power) typical
IC-A120E 9 W±1.5 dB

(+15˚C to +35˚C)

9 W+1.5 dB/–3dB

(–20˚C to +55˚C)

• Frequency stability:
IC-A120 ±5 ppm

(–30˚C to +60˚C, –22˚F to +140˚F)
IC-A120E ±1 ppm (0˚C to +40˚C)

• Modulation system: Last stage modulations

• Audio frequency distortion:
IC-A120 Less than 10%
(at 70% modulation)
IC-A120E Less than 10%
(at 85% modulation +3 dB)

• Spurious emissions:
IC-A120 Less than –60 dBc
IC-A120E*

9 kHz to 30 MHz Less than –46 dBm
30 MHz to 1 GHz Less than –36 dBm

(For Harmonics)
Less than –46 dBm
(For Non-Harmonics)

1 GHz to 4 GHz Less than –30 dBm

(For Harmonics)
Less than –40 dBm
(For Non-Harmonics)
*2 Except for operating frequency ±1 MHz.

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SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

■ Options

5

D Receiver

• Receive system: Double conversion
superheterodyne

• Intermediate frequencies: 1st 38.85 MHz
2nd 450 kHz

• Sensitivity:

IC-A120 Less than 1 μV (pd)

(at 6 dB S/N)
IC-A120E Less than –101 dBm
(12 dB SINAD with CCITT)

• Squelch sensitivity:

IC-A120 Less than 0.35 μV (pd)

IC-A120E Less than –116 dBm

• Spurious response rejection ratio:
IC-A120 More than 5 mV (pd)
IC-A120E More than 70 dB

• Audio output power:
External speaker More than 10 W

(at 13.75 V DC with 8 Ω load 60% mod, 10%

distortion)

Side tone More than 100 mW

(at 13.75 V DC with 500 Ω load 60% mod,

10% distortion)

All stated specications are subject to change without

notice or obligation.

HM-217

speaker micrOphOne

The speaker microphone with [∫]/[√] keys and [P1]/[P2]
keys.

VS-3

Bluetooth

®

headset

The Bluetooth® headset with a [PTT] switch.

UT-133A

Bluetooth

®

unit

OPC-871A headset adapter

The adapter to connect a standard headset.

OPC-478UC

clOning cable

The cable to connect a PC and the OPC-592 clOning

adapter when you control the transceiver with

cable

the CI-V commands.

OPC-592

clOning cable adapter

The cable adapter to connect the transceiver and the
OPC-478UC

clOning cable when you control the

transceiver with the CI-V commands.

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 the Icom transceiver is used
with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by
Icom.

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6

INFORMATION

■ Firmware version

identication

You can identify your transceiver’s rmware version in the
“VERSION” menu.

MENU > SETTINGS > INFORMATION > VERSION

■ Disposal

The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your

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

(rechargeable batteries) must be taken to
designated collection locations at the end of their working
life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal
waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area.

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INFORMATION

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■ VFO channel ID list

(For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.)

• Channel spacing: 25 kHz (Actual frequency is displayed.)

Operating Frequency

(MHz)

118.0000 25 118.000

118.0250 25 118.025

118.0500 25 118.050

118.0750 25 118.075

118.1000 25 118.100

These tables show just the display example between 118.0000 MHz
and 118.1000 MHz. Not all frequencies in the band are shown.

Channel spacing

(kHz)

Channel ID

(Displayed Frequency)

• Channel spacing: 8.33 kHz

Operating Frequency

(MHz)

118.0000 8.33 118.005

118.0083 8.33 118.010

118.0167 8.33 118.015

118.0250 8.33 118.030

118.0333 8.33 118.035

118.0417 8.33 118.040

118.0500 8.33 118.055

118.0583 8.33 118.060

118.0667 8.33 118.065

118.0750 8.33 118.080

118.0833 8.33 118.085

118.0917 8.33 118.090

118.1000 8.33 118.105

CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing

of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used.

Channel spacing

(kHz)

Channel ID

(Displayed Frequency)

1

2

3

4

5

06

7

8

9

0

2

3

4

5

6

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INFORMATION

6

■ FCC information

• FOR CLASS A UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.

• POUR LES RAYONNEMENTS NON INTENTIONNELS

DE CLASSE A:

Cet équipement a été testé et reconnu conforme aux

limites xées pour un appareil numérique de classe A,

conformément au point 15 de la réglementation FCC.

Ces limites sont dénies de façon à fournir une protection

raisonnable contre le brouillage préjudiciable lorsque cet
appareil est utilisé dans un environnement commercial. Cet
équipement génère, utilise et peut émettre un rayonnement
de fréquence radio. S'il n'a pas été installé conformément
aux instructions, il peut par ailleurs créer des interférences
perturbant les communications radio.

L'utilisation de cet appareil dans une zone résidentielle peut

provoquer un brouillage préjudiciable, auquel cas l'utilisateur
sera tenu de corriger la situation à ses frais.

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INDEX

A

AF Output .............................................................................7

B

Basic operation ..................................................................... 3

Bluetooth

Disposal .............................................................................. 13

Electromagnetic Interference................................................6

FCC information .................................................................15

Firmware version identication ........................................... 13

Front panel ...........................................................................1

Function display....................................................................2

Headset

Connecting a paired headset ...........................................7

Disconnecting from a headset ......................................... 8

Important ............................................................................... i

Menu item list .......................................................................9

Menu mode...........................................................................9

Options ...............................................................................12

Panel Description .................................................................1

Precautions........................................................................... ii

®

operation .............................................................6

D

E

F

H

Pairing with a headset .....................................................7

Unpairing a headset.........................................................8

I

M

O

P

R

Receiving .............................................................................. 4

S

Safety training information ................................................... iv

Specications ..................................................................... 11

Squelch.................................................................................5

T

Transmitting ..........................................................................4

Turning ON the transceiver ..................................................3

V

VFO channel ID list.............................................................14

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12

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14

15

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