INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF TRANSCEIVER
iF111S
iF121S
UHF TRANSCEIVER
iF211S
iF221S
IMPORTANT
PRECAUTION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver.
RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an
AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric
shock.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This
instruction manual contains important operating instructions
for the IC-F111S/F121S VHF TRANSCEIVER and IC-
F211S/F221S UHF TRANSCEIVER.
CAUTION! NEVER touch the transceiver (especially
the heat sink) when transmitting continuously for long peri-
ods. It will become hot.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
WORD DEFINITION
RWARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
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.
SmarTrunk II™ is a Trademark of SmarTrunk Systems, Inc.
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Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
Equipment damage may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
than 16 V DC such as a 24 V battery. This connection will ruin
the transceiver.
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.
NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of
the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily
injury.
NEVER allow children to touch the transceiver.
NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
USE the supplied microphone only. Other microphones
have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver.
DO NOT use or place the transceiver in areas with tempera-
tures below –22°F (–30°C) or above +140°F (+60°C), or in areas
subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard of a vehicle.
AVOID operating the transceiver without running the vehi-
cle’s engine. The vehicle’s battery will quickly run out if the
transceiver is in transmission while the vehicle’s engine OFF.
AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty envi-
ronments.
AVOID placing the transceiver against walls. This will
obstruct heat dissipation.
AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alco-
hol when cleaning, as they damage the transceiver surfaces.
For U.S.A. only
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate
this transceiver under FCC regulations.
IMPORTANT .................................................................................... i
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ................................................................. i
PRECAUTION .................................................................................. i
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................. ii
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ........................................................... 1–5
■ Front panel ............................................................................... 1
■ Function LED ........................................................................... 2
■ Programmable function keys .................................................... 3
2 OPERATION ............................................................................ 6–8
■ Turning power ON .................................................................... 6
■ Channel selection ..................................................................... 6
■ Receiving and transmitting ....................................................... 7
D Transmitting notes ................................................................. 7
D Scrambler function ................................................................ 8
D User set mode ....................................................................... 8
3 CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE .................................. 9–13
■ Rear panel and connection ...................................................... 9
■ Supplied Accessories ............................................................. 10
■ Mounting the transceiver ......................................................... 11
■ Optional UT-108 installation ................................................... 11
■ Optional UT-109/UT-110 installation ...................................... 12
■ Optional OPC-617 installation ................................................. 12
■ Antenna ................................................................................... 13
■ Fuse replacement .................................................................. 13
■ Cleaning ................................................................................. 13
4 OPTIONS ................................................................................... 14
5 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ........................................ 15
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1
TX/RX
1
2
3
4
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Function LED (p. 2)
PANEL DESCRIPTION
■ Front panel
q AF VOLUME
CONTROL KNOB
➥Rotate the knob to adjust the audio output level.
• Minimum audio level is pre-programmed.
wMICROPHONE CONNECTOR
➥Connect the supplied microphone or optional DTMF micro-
phone.
NEVER connect non-specified microphones. The pin
assignments may be different and the transceiver may
1
be damaged.
■ Function LED
1
2
3
4
TX/RX
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q CHANNEL INDICA-
TORS
➥ Indicates the operating channel.
➥ Blinks when receiving a signal during scanning opera-
tion.
➥ All LEDs blink while entering the power ON password.
wTX/RX INDICATOR
➥ Lights red: while transmitting
➥ Lights green: while the channel is busy
➥ Blinks orange (green and red blink simultaneously):
when the specified 2-tone, 5-tone call is received.
➥ Green and red blink alternately: cloning error
eACTIVATED KEY INDICATOR (LP 0/1/2)
➥ Appears when a pre-programmed key function is acti-
vated.
NOTE: When all function LEDs blink, check the DC battery
voltage is not too high.
PANEL DESCRIPTION
DD
MICROPHONE
➥The supplied microphone has a PTT switch and a hanger
hook.
• The following functions are available when the microphone is on
or off hook:
- Automatic scan start when hook on.
- Automatic priority channel selection when hook off.
- Sets to ‘Inaudible’ condition (mute condition) when hook on.
- Sets to ‘Audible’ condition (unmute condition) when hook off.
1
2
CH UP
CH DN
BANK
PRI A
PRI B
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
TAG
SCAN A
SCAN B
LOCK
3
PANEL DESCRIPTION
1
■ Programmable function keys
The following functions can be assigned to [P0], [P1], [P2]
and [P3] programmable function keys.
Consult your Icom Dealer or System operator for details concerning your transceiver’s programming.
In the following explanations, programmable function names
are bracketed. The specific switch used to activate the func-
tion depends on programming.
¡¡
CH UP AND DOWN KEYS
Select an operating channel.
¡¡
BANK KEY
Select and determine a bank number.
¡¡
SCAN START/STOP KEY
Push this key to start scanning; and push again
to stop.
NOTE: Place the microphone on hook to start
scanning.
Take the microphone off hook to stop scanning.
¡¡
SCAN TAG KEY
Adds or deletes the selected channel to the scan
group.
¡¡
PRIORITY CHANNEL KEYS
Push these keys to select priority A or priority B
channel, respectively.
¡¡
OPERATING CHANNEL KEYS
Select an operating channel directly.
¡¡
LOCK KEY
Push this key for 1 sec. to lock all programmable
keys except the following:
• [
CALL
] (incl. [CAL A] and [CAL B]), [
and [
EMER
] keys.
MONI
]
PANEL DESCRIPTION
MONI
TA
W/N
DTMF
H/L
CALL
CAL A
CAL B
1
¡¡
MONITOR KEY
Activates one of (or two of) the following functions
on each channel independently:
• Push and hold the key to unmute the channel (audio
is emitted; ‘Audible’ condition).
• Push the key to toggle the mute and unmute condi-
tions (toggles ‘Audible’ and ‘Inaudible’).
• Push the key to mute the channel (sets to ‘Inaudible’
only).
• Push the key to unmute the channel (sets to ‘Audible’
only).
• Push the key after communication is finished to send a
‘reset code’.
NOTE: The unmute condition (‘Audible’ condi-
tion) may automatically return to the mute condition (‘Inaudible‘ condition) after a specified
period depending on the pre-setting.
¡¡
OUTPUT POWER SELECTION KEYS
Select the transmit output power temporarily, or
permanently, depending on the pre-setting.
• Ask your Dealer or System Operator for the output power level for each selection.
¡¡
TALK AROUND KEY
Turns the talk around function ON and OFF.
• The talk around function equalizes the transmit
frequency to the receive frequency for mobile-tomobile communication.
¡¡
WIDE/NARROW KEY
Push this key to toggle the bandwidth between
wide or narrow.
¡¡
DTMF AUTODIAL KEY
Push this key to transmit a specified DTMF code.
¡¡
CALL KEY
Transmit a 2-tone, 5-tone code.
• Call transmission is necessary before you call
another station depending on your signaling system.
• The [CAL A] and/or [CAL B] keys may be avail-
able when your system employs selective
‘Individual/Group’ calls. Ask your Dealer which
call is assigned to each key.
4
PANEL DESCRIPTION
EMER
SCRM
HOOK
SET
1
5
¡¡
EMERGENCY KEY
Push and hold the key to transmit an emergency call.
• If you want to cancel the emergency call, push
and hold (or push) the key again before transmitting the call.
• Depending on the pre-setting, the emergency
call is transmitted one time only, or repeatedly,
until receiving a control code.
¡¡
Hook Scan
Several functions are available for the hanger
function when taking the microphone from its
hanger (hanger-off) and/or returning it to the
hanger (hanger-on).
¡¡
USER SET MODE KEY
Changes the contents of the items in the User Set
mode. Please refer to p. 8.
• Push and hold this key for 1 sec. to enter set
mode. Push this key again momentarily to select
the desired item. Push [P2] and [P3] to set the
desired level/condition.
Push and hold this key again to exit set mode.
• User set mode also available via the ‘Power ON
function’.
¡¡
SCRAMBLER KEY
• Push and hold to turn the voice scrambler function ON.
• Push this key to turn the voice scrambler function OFF.
NOTE:
• The optional UT-109 (#02) or UT-110 (#02)
• This transceiver requires version #02 of
• Some PC board modifications are required
• Please contact your Dealer for details.
VOICE SCRAMBLER UNIT is required.
– UT-109: Non-rolling type. 32 codes are available.
– UT-110: Rolling type. Provides higher communi-
cation security. 1020 (4 groups × 255) codes are
available.
these units. Do not install version #01, as
they are not compatible.
when installing UT-109 and UT-110. Please
refer to ‘Optional UT-109/UT-110 installation’.
(p.12)
OPERATION
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■ Turning power ON
q Push [ ] to turn the power ON.
w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up passcode,
input the digit codes as directed by your Dealer.
• The keys in the table below can be used for password input:
• The transceiver detects numbers in the same block as identical.
Therefore “01234” and “56789” are same.
e When all channel indicator LEDs still blink after inputting 4
digits, the input code number is incorrect. Turn the power
off and start over in this case.
KEY
NUMBER
01234
56789
■ Channel selection
Several types of channel selection are available. The methods may differ according to your system setup.
NON-BANK TYPE:
Push [CH UP]/[CH DN] to select the desired operating chan-
nel, in sequence; or, push one of the [CH 1] to [CH 4] keys to
select a channel directly.
BANK-TYPE:
Push [BANK] to toggle between bank 1 and 2.
AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:
Channel setting is not necessary for this type. When turning
the power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning.
Scanning stops when receiving a call or when taking the
microphone off hook.
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OPERATION
2
■ Receiving and transmitting
RECEIVING:
q Push [POWER] to turn the power ON.
w Push [CH UP] or [CH DN] to select a channel.
e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a
comfortable listening level.
TRANSMITTING:
r Take the microphone off hook.
• The channel is busy when TX/RX indicator turns green.
- According to the trasceiver’s setting;
• 2-tone, 5-tone mute may be released. (The ‘audible’ condition is
selected)
• A priority channel may be selected automatically.
t Wait for the channel to become clear.
y Push the [CALL] key when initiating a call from your side.
- According to the trasceiver’s setting;
• Coded audio may be heard from the transceiver, then TX/RX
indicator turns green.
• This operation may not be necessary depending on your signaling system. Ask your Dealer.
u While pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the micro-
phone at your normal voice level.
i Release [PTT] to receive.
IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your signal:
(1) Pause briefly after pushing [PTT]
(2) Hold the microphone 2 to 5 cm from your mouth, then
speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.
D Transmitting notes
• Transmit inhibit function
The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict
transmission under the following conditions:
• The channel is in mute condition.
• Channel is busy.
• A matched/non-matched CTCSS code is received.
• The selected channel is a ‘receive only’ channel.
• 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 select receive.
• Penalty timer
Once the time-out timer is activated, transmission is further
inhibited for a period determined by the penalty timer.
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OPERATION
4
3
2
1
2
D Scrambler function
The UT-109 (#02) or UT-110 (#02) optional voice scrambler
unit provides high performance private communication
between stations with the same scrambler codes.
q Push and hold [SCRM] to turn the scrambler function ON.
w Push [SCRM] to turn the function OFF.
D User set mode
User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to
set seldom-changed settings. In this case you can “customize” transceiver operation to suit your preferences and
operating style.
Entering the user set mode:
qWhile pushing and holding [P1] and [P2], push [POWER] to
enter user set mode at power ON.
wPush and hold [P0] to enter user set mode. Push [P0]
again momentarily to select the item. The channel indicator
lights respectively to indicate the function is selected.
Available set mode functions;
• Backlight ( lights) : OFF, Dim, Auto or ON
• Beep ( lights) : OFF or ON
• SQL Level ( lights) : 0 to 255
• AF Min level ( lights) : 0 to 255
eThen push [P2] and [P3] to set the desired level/condition.
rPush [POWER] (or push and hold [P0]) again to exit set
mode.
User set mode is also available via a programmable key.
Please refer to p. 5 [SET] section.
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CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE
■ Rear panel and connection
q Antenna
To the antenna
connector
Optional cable
(OPC-617)
Optional speaker
(SP-22)
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w
R CAUTION! NEVER re-
move the fuse-holder from
the DC power cable.
red:
black:
12V
Battery
NEVER connect to
a 24 V battery.
NOTE: Use the terminals as
shown below for the cable
connections.
Crimp
+
Solder
9
CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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!0 !1 !2
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KEY-STICKER
3
q ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connects to an antenna. Ask your Dealer about antenna
selection and placement.
w MICROPHONE HANGER
Connect the supplied microphone hanger to the vehicle’s
ground for microphone on/off hook functions. (See p. 1)
e DC POWER RECEPTACLE
Connects to a 12 V DC battery. Pay attention to polarities.
NEVER connect to a 24 V battery. This could damage the
transceiver.
r OPTIONAL CABLE (OPC-617)
Connect an external modem unit, Dimmer control, etc.
t EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK
Connect a 4–8 Ω external speaker, if desired.
■ Supplied Accessories
q Microphone ...................... 1
w Microphone hanger and
screw set ..................... 1 set
e Microphone hanger cable . 1
r DC power cable (OPC-1132)
............................................1
t Function name stickers*
(KEY STICKER) ....................1
*Function name stickers
There are no names on the programmable function keys since the
functions can be freely assigned to these keys.
Attach the supplied function name stickers above the appropriate
keys for easy recognition of that key’s assigned function.
y Mounting bracket .............. 1
u Bracket bolts ..................... 4
i Mounting screws (M5×12) . 4
o Self-tapping screws (M5×20)
........................................... 4
!0 Flat washers ...................... 4
!1 Spring washers ................. 4
!2 Nuts ................................... 4
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CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Flat washer
Spring washer
When using
self-tapping screws
UT-108
3
■ Mounting the transceiver
The universal mounting bracket supplied with your transceiver allows overhead mounting.
• Mount the transceiver securely with the 4 supplied screws
to a thick surface which can support more than 1.5 kg.
■ Optional UT-108 installation
Install the optional UT-108 DTMF decoder unit as follows:
q Turn the power OFF, then disconnect the DC power cable.
w Unscrew the 4 screws, then remove the bottom cover.
e Install the unit as shown in the diagram below.
r Replace the bottom cover and screws, then re-connect the
DC power cable.
Front panel
11
CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE
MIC
DISC
q
Dimmer cont. IN or
IGSW cont. IN
w AF OUT
e Det. AF OUT
r Mod. IN
t PTT control IN or
y Horn drive cont. OUT
u AF GND
i Det. AF GND
o Mod. GND
OPTIONAL CABLE PIN ASSIGNMENT
t r e w q
o i u y
FTSW control IN
OPC-617
Cut off the bushing as in the illustration, when you install the optional
OPC-617.
3
■ Optional UT-109 /UT-110
installation
q Turn the power OFF, then disconnect the DC power cable.
w Unscrew the 4 screws, then remove the bottom cover.
e Cut the pattern on the PCB at the TX mic circuit (MIC) and
RX AF circuit (DISC) as shown below.
r Install the scrambler unit as described in optional UT-108
installation in the page at left.
t Return the bottom cover and screws to the original posi-
tion.
NOTE: Be sure to re-solder the
above disconnected points when
you remove the scrambler units.
Otherwise no TX modulation or
AF output is available.
■ Optional OPC-617 installation
Install the OPC-617 as shown below.
Front panel
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CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE
3
■ Antenna
A key element in the performance of any communication system is an antenna. Ask your Dealer about antennas and the
best places to mount them.
■ Fuse replacement
A fuse is installed in the supplied DC power cable. If a fuse
blows or the transceiver stops functioning, track down the
source of the problem, if possible, and replace the damaged
fuse with a new rated one.
❑ Fuse rating: 20 A, IC-F520/F620: 20 A
■ Cleaning
If the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a
soft, dry cloth.
13
AVOID the use of solvents such as benzene or
alcohol, as they may damage the transceiver surfaces.
SP-22 EXTERNAL SPEAKER
Compact and easy-to-install.
Input impedance : 4 Ω
Max. input power : 5 W
HM-152/HM-152T/HM-148
• HM-152 : Hand microphone. The same as that supplied
with the transceiver.
• HM-152T : DTMF microphone.
• HM-148 : Heavy duty microphone.
SM-25
Desktop microphone.
UT-108 DTMF DECODER UNIT
Provides pager and code squelch capabilities.
UT-109/UT-110 (#02) VOICE SCRAMBLER UNIT
• UT-109 : Non-rolling type (max. 32 codes)
• UT-110 : Rolling type (max. 1020 codes)
OPC-617 ACC CABLE
Allows you to connect to an external terminal.
OPTIONS
4
Some options may not available in some countries. Please ask your
dealer for details.
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WARNING
CAUTION
5
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
15
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.
• 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. IC-F121S:
The antenna is required to be located outside of a vehicle and
kept at a distance of 1 meter or more between the transmitting
antenna of this device and any persons during operation. For
small vehicle 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 1 meter separation distance. In order to ensure this
distance is met, the installation of the antenna must be mounted
at least 1 meter away from the nearest edge of the vehicle in
order to protect against exposure to bystanders.
3. IC-F221S:
The antenna is required to be located outside of a vehicle and
kept at a distance of 79 centimeters or more between the transmitting antenna of this device and any persons during operation.
For small vehicle 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 79 centimeters separation distance. In order to
ensure this distance is met, the installation of the antenna must
be mounted at least 79 centimeters away from the nearest edge
of the vehicle in order to protect against exposure to bystanders.
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 specifically authorized
by the manufacturer for use with this radio.
•DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (
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.
50%
“
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.
MEMO
A-6199H-1EX-w
Printed in Japan
© 2002–2005 Icom Inc.
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
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