Icom IC-F4026S Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful
interference.
iF3023T/S
iF3021T/S
VHF TRANSCEIVERS
The photo shows the 10-key
version VHF transceiver.
iF3026T/S
iF4023T/S
iF4021T/S
UHF TRANSCEIVERS
iF4026T/S
PRECAUTIONS
i
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 bat-
tery pack.
DO NOT push [PTT] when not actually desiring to trans-
mit.
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).
The basic operations, transmission and reception of the transceiver are guaranteed within the specified operating temperature range. However, the LCD display may not be operate
correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours of
operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas.
WORD DEFINITION
RWARNIN G
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
CAUTION
Equipment damage may occur.
NOTE
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This
instruction manual contains important operating instructions
for the IC-F3021T/S, IC-F3023T/S, IC-F3026T/S VHF
TRANSCEIVERS and the IC-F4021T/S, IC-F4023T/S, ICF4026T/S UHF TRANSCEIVERS.
IMPORTANT
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.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
ii
DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason.
KEEP the transceiver from the heavy rain, and Never
immerse it in the 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.
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.
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IMPORTANT ........................................................................ i
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..................................................... i
PRECAUTIONS ................................................................... i
TABL E OF CON TENTS ..... ....... ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ .. iii
1ACCESSORIES .........................................................1–3
■ Supplied accessories ................................................. 1
■ Accessory attachments .............................................. 1
2PANELDESCRIPTION .............................................4–9
■ Front panel ................................................................. 4
■ Function display ......................................................... 6
■ Programmable function keys ..................................... 7
3 BASIC OPERATION ............................................. 10–15
■ Turning power ON .................................................... 10
■ Channel selection ..................................................... 11
■ Call procedure ........................................................... 11
■ Receiving and transmitting........................................ 12
■ User Set mode .......................................................... 14
■ Emergency transmission .......................................... 14
■ Scrambler function .................................................... 14
■ Stun function ............................................................ 15
■ Priority A channel selection ...................................... 15
4BATTERYCHARGING ..........................................16–20
■ Caution ..................................................................... 16
■ Optional battery chargers ......................................... 18
5BATTERYCASE .........................................................21
■ Optional battery case (BP-240) ................................ 21
6OPTIONALSWIVELBELT CLIP..........................22–23
■ MB-93 contents ........................................................ 22
■ Attaching .................................................................. 22
■ Detaching ................................................................. 23
7OPTIONS ...............................................................24–25
8SAFETYTRAINING INFORMATION ....................26–27
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
1
ACCESSORIES
1
■ Supplied accessories
NOTE: Some accessories are not supplied with depending
on versions.
■ Accessory attachments
D Flexible antenna
Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector.
CAUTION!
• NEVER HOLD the antenna
when carrying the transceiver.
• Transmitting without an antenna
may damage the transceiver.
Flexible antenna Battery pack Belt clip
Unit cover
(double-sided tape)*
Jack cover
(with screws)
*Use the unit cover as a spare. Ask your dealer for details.
2
1
ACCESSORIES
ï Battery pack
To attach the battery pack:
Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (q), then
lock it with the battery release button.
• Slide the battery pack until the battery release button makes a ‘click’
sound.
To release the battery pack:
Slide the battery release button in the direction of the arrow
(w) as shown below. The battery pack is then released.
NEVER release or attach the battery pack when the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result water or dust getting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the
transceiver being damaged.
D Belt clip
To attach the belt clip:
q Release the battery pack if it is attached.
w Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt
clip is locked and makes a ‘click’ sound.
To detach the belt clip:
q Release the battery pack if it is attached.
w Pinch the clip (q), and slide the belt clip in the direction of
the arrow (w).
q
w
q
w
Battery release button
3
1
ACCESSORIES
1
ï Jack cover
Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone
or headset is not used.
To attach the jack cover:
q Attach the jack cover to the [MIC/SP] jack.
w Tighten the screws.
CAUTION!
•
Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone or headset is not used.
• Use the supplied screws only.
To detach the jack cover:
q Unscrew the screws using a phillips screwdriver.
w Detach the jack cover for the speaker-microphone or
headset connection.
q
q
w
q
w
[MIC/SP] jack
Jack cover
4
2
PANEL DESCRIPTION
■ Front panel
q ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connects the supplied antenna.
w DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Emer]
Desired function can be programmed by your dealer.
(p. 7)
e DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Side1]
Desired function can be programmed by your dealer.
(p. 7)
r PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [Side2]/[Side3]
Desired functions can be programmed independently by
your dealer. (p. 7)
y 10-KEYPAD (Depending on version)
The keypad allows you to enter digits to:
• Select memory channels
• Select tone channels
• Select DTMF codes (during transmit)
• Set TX codes
• Start up with the password
u DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3]
Desired functions can be programmed independently by
your dealer. (p. 7)
i FUNCTION DISPLAY (p. 6)
Displays a variety of information such as an operating
channel number/name, 2-tone code, DTMF numbers,
selected function, etc.
q
w
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Microphone
Speaker
!0
t
5
2
PANEL DESCRI PTION
2
o EXTERNAL MICROPHONE/SPEAKER JACK
Connect an optional speaker-microphone or headset.
NOTE: Connect or disconnect the optional equipment
after the transceiver is turned OFF.
!0 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]
Rotate to turn the power ON/OFF and adjusts the audio
level.
Jack cover
NOTE: Attach the jack
cover when the optional
equipment is not used.
See (p. 3) for details.
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2
PANEL DESCRI PTION
■ Function display
q TRANSMIT INDICATOR
Appears while transmitting.
w BUSY INDICATOR
Appears while the channel is busy.
e SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR
Indicates relative signal strength level.
r LOW POWER INDICATOR
Appears when low output power is selected.
• When the battery power decreases to a specified level, low
power is selected automatically.
t AUDIBLE INDICATOR
➥ Appears when the channel is in the ‘audible’ (unmute)
condition.
➥ Appears when the specified 2-tone code is received.
y SCRAMBLER INDICATOR
Appears when the voice scrambler function is activated.
u BELL INDICATOR
Appears/blinks when the specific 2-tone code is received,
according to the pre-programming.
i KEY LOCK INDICATOR
Appears during the key lock function is ON.
o BATTERY INDICATOR
Appears or blinks when the battery power decreases to a
specified level.
!0 ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY
Displays an operating channel number, channel name, Set
mode contents, DTMF code, etc.
yq iutrew
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!0
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