Icom IC-F11BR, IC-F21BR User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
UHF BRS TRANSCEIVER
iF21BR
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Oper­ation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This de­vice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including in­terference that may cause undesired operation.
iF11BR
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Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is de­signed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only”, 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.
This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF expo­sure limits for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:
• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.1 – 1992), IEEE Stan­dard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.3 – 1992), IEEE Rec­ommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields – RF and Microwave.
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
WARNING
CAUTION
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
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this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio.
DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of 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” lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch.
ALWAYS use Icom authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc). Use of unauthorized accessories can cause the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be ex­ceeded.
ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips, listed in p. 22, when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF ex­posure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the an­tenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side.
The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
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Your Icom IC-F21BR (UHF) operates on GMRS (Plus 7 frequen­cies shared with FRS) and BRS frequencies. Select the fre­quencies you desire from the Frequency Table and assign them to channel 1 or channel 2.
GENERAL MOBILE RADIO SERVICE (GMRS);
Frequency Table Numbers 3 -17
GMRS is a two-way personal radio service available to an individual (one man or one woman) to facilitate the activities of the individ­ual's immediate family members. GMRS is not authorized for busi­ness uses.
Users must cooperate in the selection and use of channels to make the most effective use of them and reduce the possibility of inter­ference. 7 channels are compatible with FRS channels. You can communicate with any FRS radios on these 7 channels. FRS is a UHF two-way voice communication service for family, friends and associates to communicate among themselves within their neigh­bourhood and while on group outings. Eight GMRS channels are authorized for repeater operation*.
You must obtain a license for a GMRS system. Application is made on FCC Form 605 or on line at http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls. As of January, 2001, the license fee is $85 for a 5-year term. Schedule F of the form permits immediate temporary operation during the application process. Form 605 and Form 159 fee remittance advice, are available for downloading at http://www.fcc.gov/formpage.html.
Applications may also be mailed to Federal Communications Com­mission, Wireless Bureau Applications, PO Box 358245, Pittsburgh, PA 15251-5245
Call 1-800-418 FORM to have the forms mailed to you, or call 1­202-418-0177 from your fax machine to have them faxed to you on the FCC Fax-On-Demand system. For assistance completing the forms call 1-800-CALL-FCC. *Repeater use may require a subscription.
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BUSINESS RADIO SERVICE (BRS)
;
Frequency Table Numbers;
IC-F21BR (UHF): 1, 2, 18-36, IC-F11BR (VHF); 1-36
BRS frequencies are a part of the FCC's Industrial/Business Pool for the operation of a commercial activity, or the operation of edu­cational, philanthropic, ecclesiastical institutions or clergy activities, or the operation of hospitals, clinics, or medical associations.
The itinerant BRS frequencies in the IC-F11/F21BR are not desig­nated for permanent use and need not be processed by a fre­quency coordinator. No protection is provided from interference from other itinerant operations.
You must obtain a license for a BRS system. Application for a BRS license is made on FCC Form 601 or on line at http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls/ Universal Licensing System. As of Jan­uary, 2001, the license fee is $120 for a 10-year term. Forms 601 and 159 are available for downloading from the FCC's Internet homepage on the World Wide Web at http://www.fcc.gov/form­page.html.
Applications for BRS may be mailed to Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Bureau Applications, P.O. Box 358130, Pitts­burgh, PA 15251-5130.
Before filling out your FCC Form 601 application Technical Data section, you must decide which frequency (or frequencies) you will operate on. See the frequency charts on pgs. 14 and 16.
Call 1-800-418 FORM to have the forms mailed to you, or call 1­202-418-0177 from your fax machine to have them faxed to you on the FCC Fax-On-Demand system.
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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing the IC-F11/F21BR FM transceiver. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL–This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the transceiver.
IMPORTANT
R CAUTION! 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 2 to 4 in. (5 to 10 cm) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
R CAUTION! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.
R CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.
DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas
with temperatures below –22°F (–30°C) or above +140°F (+60°C).
DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason.
KEEP the transceiver from the heavy rain, and Never immerse it in
water. The transceiver construction is water resistant, not water­proof.
The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty.
FCC caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to op­erate this transceiver under FCC regulations.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i-ii
ABOUT GMRS and BRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii-iv
FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
IMPORTANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–3
Switches, controls, keys and connectors . . . . . . . . . . . .1–2
LED indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
3 BATTERY PACKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–11
Battery pack replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Battery cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Battery charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-9
Charging NOTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Battery case (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
44 SSEETT MMOODDEE .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
12-20
Set mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
D Set the operation Frq. for IC-F11BR . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
D Set the operation Frq. for IC-F21BR . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
5 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-23
Receiving and transmitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Setting squelch level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Wide/Narrow selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
6 OPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25
Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United states, the United King­dom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
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Switches, controls, keys and connectors
y
u
Speaker
Mic
w
e
r
t
q
i
SP
MIC
CH1CH2
Mic UP
Mic A
Mic Down
Mic B
HM-75A (OPTION)
Mic Up Same as [MONI(Audi)] key (p. 22)
Mic Down Same as [W/N] key (p. 23)
Mic A Push to select CH 1
Mic B Push to select CH 2
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
q CHANNEL SELECTOR/SW [CH]
Toggle the CH switch to select CH1 or CH2.
w VOLUME CONTROL [OFF/VOL]
Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level.
e MONITOR (Audi) key [MONI] (p. 22)
Push and hold to open the noise/tone squelch.
Push to turn the noise/tone squelch ON.
r PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
t WIDE/NARROW KEY [W/N] (p. 23)
Push to select Wide deviation.
Push and hold to select Narrow deviation.
y ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connects the supplied antenna.
u TX/RX INDICATOR LED (p. 3)
Lights red while transmitting.
Lights green while receiving a signal, or squelch is open.
i [SP]/[MIC] JACK
Connects optional speaker-microphone.
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HM-75A key reference (OPTION)*
*These functions are available when the optional Speaker/Mic. is con-
nected.
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LED indicator
The TX/RX indicator LED indicates informa­tions several ways as follows; (Ref.; R=Red, G=Green)
PANEL DESCRIPTION
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3
R R R R
R R
R R R R
R R
G
R
TX: Turns Red while transmitting a signal.
RX: Turns Green while receiving a signal.
Low BATT1: You should charge the battery. (blinks slowly)
Low BATT2: You must charge the battery. (blinks fast)
TX low BATT1: Low BATT1 was detected during TX mode.
TX low BATT2: Low BATT2 was detected during TX mode.
CAUTION:
Low BATT3: If you did not charge the battery after Low BATT2 warning has appeared, the Low BATT3 warning beep emits for 15 sec. then the power turns OFF automatically.
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ACCESSORIES
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Accessory attachment
D Supplied accessories
The transceiver comes supplied with the following accessories.
q Flexible antenna w Belt clip
D Antenna
The antenna screws onto the transceiver as illustrated at right.
D Belt clip
Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.
q
w
2
5
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BATTERY PACKS
Battery pack replacement
Before replacing the battery pack, the volume control MUST be ro­tated fully counterclockwise, until a click is heard, to turn the power OFF.
Push the battery release for­ward, then pull the battery pack upward with the trans­ceiver facing you.
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BATTERY PACKS
*1Operating periods are calculated under the following conditions;
Tx : Rx : standby =5 : 5 : 90 *1Operating period depends on the alkaline cells used. (BP-208 only) *2Output power is automatically reduced to 1 W to retain sufcient power
in case of an emergency, etc. *3Operating period measured with the 2 W model.
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BC-144,
BC-119 or
BC-121
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BATTERY PACKS
Battery cautions
CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack (or charging terminals of the transceiver). Also, current may 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. causes shorting. This will damage not only the battery pack, but also the transceiver.
NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may
cause an explosion.
NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack be-
comes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver.
Clean the battery terminals to avoid rust or miss contact.
Keep battery contacts clean. Its a good idea to clean battery ter-
minals once a week.
If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after being charged, completely discharge them, 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.
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Recycling information (U.S.A. only)
The battery (BP-209, BP-210 or BP-222) that you have purchased is recyclable. At the end of its life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-822-8837 for battery recycling options in your area or contact your dealer.
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3
BATTERY PACKS
Battery charging
D Rapid charging with the BC-144+AD-99
The optional BC-144 provides rapid charging of optional battery packs. The following are additionally required:
One AD-99 (depends on version.).
An AC adaptor (may be supplied with the BC-144 depending on
version).
AC adaptor BC-145A/E/V/UK
BP-209, BP-210
or BP-222 only
Charging indicator
Check orientation.
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3
BATTERY PACKS
D Rapid charging with the BC-144+AD-99
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Spacer combination.
Be sure to attach the
spacer (Spacer B/C) to the adapter (Spacer A) with the orientation as il­lustrated in the diagram at right.
Attach the spacer
(Spacer B/C) to the adap­tor with the orientation of the stamp “” pointing up.
NOTE: Push the notch carefully when removing the spacer from the adaptor.
Turn power OFF
BP-209, BP-210
or BP-222 attached
to the transceiver.
AC adaptor BC-145A/E/V/UK
Charging indicator
Check orientation
and
Spacer A
Spacer B/C
Check orientation and the spacer com­bination as follows.
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3
BATTERY PACKS
D Rapid charging with the BC-121+AD-94 (#11)
The optional BC-121 allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged si­multaneously. The following are additionally required.
Six AD-94 (#11) (Some versions require additional AD-99s).
An AC adaptor (may be supplied with the BC-121 depending on
version).
D Regular charging with the BC-146
The optional BC-146 pro­vides regular charging of optional battery pack with/ without transceiver. The following is additionally required:
An optional AC adapter.
(A charging spacer is sup­plied with BC-146.)
MULTI-CHARGER
AC adaptor (purchased separately)
Charge indicator (each indicator functions independently)
Turn power OFF.
AD-99
Check orientation for correct charg­ing.
(Insert togeth­er with charging adapter.)
Turn power OFF.
BC-146
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3
BATTERY PACKS
Charging NOTE
Prior to using the transceiver for the rst time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
Recommended temperature range for charging: +10°C to +40°C (50°F to 140°F).
Use the supplied charger or optional charger (BC-119/BC-121/BC­144 for rapid charging, BC-146 for regular charging) only. NEVER use other manufacturerschargers.
The optional BP-209, BP-210 or BP-222 battery packs include rechargeable Ni-Cd(Ni-MH: BP-210) batteries and can be charged approx. 300 times. Charge the battery pack before rst operating the transceiver or when the battery pack becomes exhausted. If you want to charge the battery pack more than 300 times, the fol­lowing points should be observed:
Avoid overcharging–batteries must be removed from the charger to stop charging. Batteries should not be charged for more than 20 hours after the LED indicator turns green.
Use the battery until it becomes almost completely exhausted under normal conditions.
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Battery pack life
When the operating period becomes extremely short even after charging the battery pack fully, a new battery pack is needed.
NOTE: The charger rapidly charges a battery pack to a speci­ed level, not a completed level, to prevent overcharging. Leave the battery pack in the charger for a few more hours (up to 15 hours; depending on battery condition) after the LED indica­tor turns green, to charge the battery completely.
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Battery case (Option)
When using a BP-208 OPTIONAL BATTERY CASE attached to the transceiver, install 6 AA (R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated below.
NOTE: Output power is automatically reduced to 1 W to retain suffi-
cient power in case of an emergency, etc.
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CAUTIONS
Use ALKALINE batteries only.
Make sure all battery cells are the same brand, type and ca-
pacity.
Never mix old and new batteries. Either of the above may cause a fire hazard or damage the transceiver, if ignored.
Never incinerate used battery cells since internal battery gas may cause them to rupture.
Never expose a detached battery case to water. If the battery case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it.
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3
BATTERY PACKS
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SET MODE
Set mode
Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed values or conditions of functions.
All settings performed with [CH 1/CH 2], [OFF/VOL], [MONI], [PTT] and [W/N] keys.
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SETTING THE OPERATION FREQUENCY
The operating frequency can be selected from GMRS* ( Plus 7 frequencies shared with FRS*) and BRS frequencies. (pgs. 13–14 for IC-F11BR, pgs. 15–16 for IC-F21BR)
* IC-F21BR (UHF model) only.
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SETTING THE CTCSS TONE FREQUENCY
CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) encoder/decoder are standard, providing quiet stand-by. (pgs. 17–18)
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FREQUENCY FIND
This transceiver can detect the operating frequency by scanning the all pre-programmed channels. (p. 19)
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CTCSS FIND
This transceiver can detect the CTCSS tone frequency in the re­ceived signal. (p. 20)
[MONI]
[PTT]
[W/N]
[OFF/VOL]
[CH 1/CH 2]
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13
4
SET MODE
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IC-F11BR (VHF) SETTING THE OPERATION FREQUENCY
The operating frequency can be selected from 36 frequencies. (See right.) Select the frequencies you desire from the frequency table and assign them to CH 1 and CH 2.
Default settings are as follows; CH 1: Operating CH No. 1 (154.5700 MHz), CTCSS: No. 0 (OFF) CH 2: Operating CH No. 2 (154.6000 MHz), CTCSS: No. 0 (OFF)
q While pushing and holding [PTT], [MONI] and [W/N], turn
[OFF/VOL] to power ON.
w Select the desired CH 1 or CH 2 that you want to assign the fre-
quency to.
e Push and hold [W/N] until a beep (Pi) is emitted. r Push [PTT] the necessary number of times to choose the 10 digit
of the desired channel from the channel list.
t Push [MONI]. y Push [PTT] the necessary number of times to choose the 1 digit
of the desired channel from the frequency list.
u Push [MONI]. i Turn the power OFF, and then ON again.
[Example]
To assign Frequency channel No. 28 as CH1;
q While pushing and holding [PTT], [MONI] and [W/N], turn
[OFF/VOL] to power ON.
w Select the CH 1. e Push and hold [W/N] until a beep (Pi) is emitted. r Push [PTT] twice to choose the 10 digit of the desired channel. t Push [MONI]. y Push [PTT] eight times to choose the 1 digit of the desired chan-
nel.
u Push [MONI]. i Turn the power OFF, and then ON again.
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4
SET MODE
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Freq.*
154.5700
154.6000
151.5125
151.6250
151.6250
151.6550
151.6550
151.6850
151.6850
151.7000
151.7150
151.7150
151.7600
151.7750
151.7750
151.8050
151.8050
151.8200
151.8350
151.8350
W/N
N*
1
N*
1
N*
1
W
N
W
N
W
N
N*
1
W
N
N*
1
W
N
W
N
N*
1
W
N
Note
Blue*
2
Green*
2
Red
Red
MURS
No
.21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
Freq.*
151.8800
151.8950
151.8950
151.9250
151.9250
151.9400
151.9550
151.9550
154.4900
154.4900
154.5150
154.5150
154.5400
154.5400
158.4000
158.4000
W/N
N*
1
W
N
W
N
N*
1
W
N
W
N
W
N
W
N
W
N
Note
MURS
MURS
Purlpe
Purlpe
IC-F11BR Frequency channel list
(Unit: MHz)
*
1
: Fixed to N-FM mode. *2: MURS
W/N: W-Wide FM, N-Narrow FM (default)
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15
4
SET MODE
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IC-F21BR (UHF) SETTING THE OPERATION FREQUENCY
The operating frequency can be selected from GMRS ( Plus 7 fre­quencies shared with FRS) and BRS frequencies. (See right.) Select the frequencies you desire from the frequency table and as­sign them to CH 1 and CH 2.
Default settings are as follows; CH 1: Operating CH No. 1 (464.5500 MHz), CTCSS: No. 0 (OFF) CH 2: Operating CH No. 2 (467.9250 MHz), CTCSS: No. 0 (OFF)
q While pushing and holding [PTT], [MONI] and [W/N], turn
[OFF/VOL] to power ON.
w Select the desired CH 1 or CH 2 that you want to assign the fre-
quency to.
e Push and hold [W/N] until a beep (Pi) is emitted. r Push [PTT] the necessary number of times to choose the 10 digit
of the desired channel from the channel list.
t Push [MONI]. y Push [PTT] the necessary number of times to choose the 1 digit
of the desired channel from the frequency list.
u Push [MONI]. i Turn the power OFF, and then ON again.
[Example]
To assign Frequency channel No. 28 as CH1;
q While pushing and holding [PTT], [MONI] and [W/N], turn
[OFF/VOL] to power ON.
w Select the CH 1. e Push and hold [W/N] until a beep (Pi) is emitted. r Push [PTT] twice to choose the 10 digit of the desired channel. t Push [MONI]. y Push [PTT] eight times to choose the 1 digit of the desired chan-
nel.
u Push [MONI]. i Turn the power OFF, and then ON again.
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SET MODE
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Freq.*
464.5500
467.9250
462.5500
462.5625
462.5750
462.5875
462.6000
462.6125
462.6250
462.6375
462.6500
462.6625
462.6750
462.6875
462.7000
462.7125
462.7250
462.7625
462.7875
462.8125
W/N
W
W
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N*
1
N*
1
N*
1
Note
Yellow
Blue Star
FRS*
2
White
FRS*
2
FRS*
2
Black
FRS*
2
FRS*
2
Orange
FRS*
2
FRS*
2
No
.21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
Freq.*
462.8375
462.8625
462.8875
462.9125
464.3250
464.4875
464.5000
464.8250
467.7625
467.8125
467.8500
467.8750
467.9000
469.2625
469.5000
469.5500
W/N
N*
1
N*
1
N*
1
N*
1
N
N*
1
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
Note
Brown
J
K
Siver Star
Gold Star
Red Star
IC-F21BR Frequency channel list
(Unit: MHz)
*
1
: Fixed to N-FM mode. *2: FRS channels shared with GMRS.
W/N: W-Wide FM, N-Narrow FM (default)
: BRS channels, ; GMRS channels
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17
4
SET MODE
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SETTING THE CTCSS TONE FREQUENCY
This transceiver is equipped with 52 CTCSS codes. (See p. 18.) CTCSS operation provides communication with silent standby since you will only receive calls from group members using the same CTCSS number. You can assign different numbers to CH 1 and CH 2 independently.
q While pushing and holding [PTT], [MONI], [W/N], turn [OFF/VOL]
to power ON.
w Select the desired CH 1 or CH 2 that you want to assign the
CTCSS tone frequency to .
e Push and hold [MONI] until a beep (Pi) is emitted. r Push [PTT] the necessary number of times to choose the 10 digit
of the desired channel from the channel list.
t Push [MONI].
Conrmation beep is emitted (See p. 19)
y Push [PTT] the necessary number of times to choose the 1 digit
of the desired channel from the frequency list.
u Push [MONI]. i Turn the power OFF, and then ON again.
[Example]
To assign code No. 28 as CH1;
q While pushing and holding [PTT], [MONI] and [W/N], turn
[OFF/VOL] to power ON.
w Select the CH 1. e Push and hold [MONI] until a beep (Pi) is emitted. r Push [PTT] twice to choose the 10 digit of the desired channel. t Push [MONI]. y Push [PTT] eight times to choose the 1 digit of the desired chan-
nel.
u Push [MONI]. i Turn the power OFF, and then ON again.
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SET MODE
No.
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Freq.*
OFF
67.0
69.3
71.0
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
No.
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
Freq.*
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
No.
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
No.
48
49
50
51
52
Freq.*
233.6
241.8
250.3
254.1
270.4
Freq.*
171.3
173.8
177.3
179.9
183.5
186.2
189.9
192.8
196.6
199.5
203.5
205.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
229.1
CTCSS tone code list
(Unit: Hz)
: EIA/TIA standard code (Recommended to use these.)
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SET MODE
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FREQUENCY FIND
This transceiver can detect the operating frequency by scanning all pre-programmed channels. Scan pauses when receiving the sig­nal. You can assign that operating channel to your transceiver. This function very useful when you are going to communicate with unknown channel number stations. You can also nd which CTCSS tone number is being used by them with the CTCSS FINDfunction. (Next page)
q While pushing and holding [MONI], [W/N], turn [OFF/VOL] to
power ON.
w Select the desired CH 1 or 2 that you want to assign the fre-
quency.
e Push and hold [W/N] until a beep (Pi) is emitted.
FREQUENCY FINDstart to scan the signal.
r FREQUENCY FINDstops when the signal is detected. t Push [W/N] to determine the frequency channel number. y Turn the power OFF, and then ON again.
Note: CTCSS tone setting turns to No. 0 (OFF) automatically after turn the power ON again.
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SETTING THE CTCSS TONE FREQUENCY (continued)
CTCSS conrmation beep
; Single beep
; Long beep
Push [PTT]
no 1 (Once) 2 (Twice) 3 (Third) 4 (Fourth)
Conrmation beep
●●
●●●
●●●●
Push [PTT]
5 (Fifth) 6 (Sixth) 7 (Seventh) 8 (eighth) 9 (ninth)
Conrmation beep
●●●●●
●●
●●●
●●●●
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SET MODE
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CTCSS FIND
This transceiver can detect the CTCSS tone frequency in the re­ceived signal. By monitoring a signal that is being transmitted from the other station, you can determine the tone frequency required to communicate with them. This function very useful when you are going to communicate with unknown CTCSS channel number stations. CTCSS FIND’ scans all of the CTCSS channels, then stops when a tone frequency is detected.
q While pushing and holding [MONI], [W/N], turn [OFF/VOL] to
power ON.
w Select the desired CH 1 or CH 2 that you want to assign the
CTCSS tone frequency.
e Push and hold [MONI] until a beep (Pi) is emitted.
CTCSS FINDstart to scan the signal.
r CTCSS FINDstops when the tone signal is detected. t Push [MONI] to determine the tone number. y Turn the power OFF, and then ON again.
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OPERATION
Receiving and transmitting
NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans-
ceiver. See p.4 for antenna attachment. Turn power ON as described on p. 2.
Program the operating frequency channel and CTCSS tone number (select CH 0 if you will not use the CTCSS function) be­fore operation.
Receiving:
q Select the desired channel CH 1 or CH 2. w Listen for a transmission and adjust [VOL] to a comfortable lis-
tening level.
When no transmission is heard, push and hold [MONI] while adjusting [VOL].
The transceiver is now set to receive desired calls on the selected channel.
Transmitting:
Wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference. e While pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the microphone at a
normal voice level.
r Release [PTT] to return to receive.
IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your transmitted sig­nal, pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold the microphone 10 to 15 cm from your mouth and speak at a normal voice level.
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OPERATION
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MONITOR AUDIBLE FUNCTION
The monitor function allows you to open the transceivers squelch manually to check whether a channel is busy or not. The trans­ceiver has 2 conditions for receive standby:
Audible condition:
This condition mutes audio ONLY when no carrier is present. You can receive (or monitor) any signals on a channel.
Push and hold the [MONI], switch to se­lect the audible condition.
Any audio mute functions are cancelled while pushing the [MONI] switch.
Inaudible condition:
This condition mutes ALL signals except those directed to you. Therefore you should check a channels condition (busy or not) with the monitor function before transmitting.
Push the [MONI] switch momentarily to
select the inaudible condition.
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TIME-OUT TIMER
After continuous transmission for a pre-programmed period, the time-out timer is activated, causing the transceiver to stop transmit­ting and automatically selects receive.
The time-out timer function is automatically turned ON when 3 min. has passed.
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POWER SAVE FUNCTION
The power save function reduces the current drain to conserve bat­tery power.
The power save function is automatically turned ON when no operation is performed or no signal is received for 5 sec.
All signals are received
Only signals con­taining the proper tone are received
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OPERATION
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Setting squelch level
The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal depending on the signal strength. Scan proceeds in sequence from lower channel to higher channel numbers.
q While pushing [PTT] and [W/N], turn the transceiver’s power on
to enter the squelch adjustment mode.
w Push [MONI] to increase the squelch level (tight squelch) or
[W/N] to decrease the squelch level (loose squelch).
Squelch level will be xed after 1 sec.
Wide/Narrow selection
You can easily to toggle between wide FM mode and narrow FM mode by pushing [W/N] key.
Push [W/N]: Turns to wide FM mode
Pushing and holding [W/N]: Turns to narrow FM mode
NOTE: Some channels cannot toggle between wide FM and nar­row FM. Please refer the Frequency channel list. (pgs. 14, 16)
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OPTION
Options
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BATTERY PACKS
BP-208
BATTERY CASE
Allows a set of Alkaline batteries to operate the handheld when charging the rechargeable battery or in emergencies, etc. 6 AA (R6) cells are required.
BP-209 Ni-Cd
BATTERY PACK
7.2 V/1100 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack, allows more than 8 hours op­eration.
BP-210 Ni-MH
BATTERY PACK
7.2 V/1650 mAh Ni-MH battery pack, allows approx. 11 hours op­eration.
BP-222 Ni-Cd
BATTERY PACK
7.2 V/600 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack, allows approx. 5.5* hours op­eration (Same as supplied with 2 W models). *When used with 2 W model.
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CHARGER
BC-119
DESKTOP CHARGER
+ AD-99 (#11) For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adaptor is supplied with the charger. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hrs.
BC-121
MULTI-CHARGER
For rapid charging up to 6 battery packs simultaneously. An AC adaptor may be supplied depending on version. Six AD-94s (#11) are necessary. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hrs.
AD-99
CHARGER ADAPTOR
BC-144
DESKTOP CHARGER
For rapid charging of BP-209 (Ni-Cd), BP-210 (Ni-MH) and BP­222 (Ni-Cd).
BC-146
DESKTOP CHARGER
For regular charging of BP-209 (Ni-Cd), BP-210 (Ni-MH) and BP­222 (Ni-Cd).
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OTHER OPTIONS
HM-46L/HM-75A/HM-131L
SPEAKER-MICROPHONE
Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient oper­ation while hanging the transceiver from your belt. HM-75A has programmable function key Mic Up, Mic Down, Mic A, Mic B. HM-131L has a moisture proof construction.
HM-128L
EARPHONE-MICROPHONE
HS-51
HEAD SET
Allows you hands-free operation. Includes PTT and TOT.
SP-13
EARPHONE
Provides clear receive audio in noisy environments.
MB-68
BELT CLIP
Same as that supplied with the transceiver.
MB-74
BELT CLIP
Exclusive alligator-type belt clip.
FA-SC73US
STUBBY ANTENNAS
Shorter UHF antennas: 450–470 MHz
AD-98FSC antenna connector adaptor Allows you to connect a BNC-type antenna.
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