Icom IC-F3032T, IC-F3032S, IC-F4032T, IC-F4032S Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VHF TRANSCEIVERS

iF3032T
iF3032S

UHF TRANSCEIVERS

iF4032T
iF4032S

The photo shows the
VHF transceiver (S type)

Thank you for choosing this Icom product. This product is
designed and built with Icom’s state of the art technology and
craftsmanship. With proper care this product should provide
you with years of trouble-free operation.

IMPORTANT

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-F3032T/IC-F3032S VHF TRANSCEIVERS and the
IC-F4032T/IC-F4032S UHF TRANSCEIVERS.

This instruction manual includes some functions which are
usable only when they are preset by your dealer. Ask your
dealer for details.

ABOUT CE

Versions of IC-F3032T/IC-F3032S/IC-F4032T/
IC-F4032S which have the “CE” symbol on the
product, comply with the essential requirements

of the Radio Equipment Directive, 2014/53/EU,
and the restriction of the use of certain hazardous sub­stances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive,
2011/65/EU.

About the declaration of conformity

Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the radio equipment
types IC-F3032T, IC-F3032S, IC-F4032T, and IC-F4032S
are in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full
text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at
the following internet address:
http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/

DISPOSAL

The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your

product, literature, or packaging reminds you that

in the European Union, all electrical and electron-

ic products, batteries, and accumulators (re-

chargeable batteries) must be taken to designat-

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.

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life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal
waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area.

ed collection locations at the end of their working

RECOMMENDATION

PRECAUTIONS

CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH
WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operating.

Otherwise, the transceiver’s keys, switches and controllers
may become unusable, due to salt crystallization, and/or the
charging terminals of the battery pack may rust.

NOTE: If the transceiver’s waterproof protection appears de­fective, carefully clean it with a soft, wet (fresh water) cloth,
then, dry it before operating. The transceiver may lose its
waterproof protection if the case or jack cover is cracked or
broken, or the transceiver has been dropped.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

WORD DEFINITION

RDANGER!

RWARNING!

CAUTION

NOTE

Personal death, serious injury or an ex­plosion may occur.

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.

R DANGER! NEVER short terminals of the battery

pack. This may damage not only the battery pack, but also
the transceiver.

R DANGER! NEVER operate the transceiver near

unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmo­sphere.

DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom bat-

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tery packs with Icom transceivers or Icom chargers. Only
Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom
transceivers or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party
or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke,
fire, or cause the battery to burst.

WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that

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the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of
the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm
away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.

WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with

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a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.
The continuous high volume operation may cause a ringing
in your ears. If you experience the ringing, reduce the volume
level or discontinue use.

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PRECAUTIONS (Continued)

WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while

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driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—
anything less may result in an accident.

CAUTION: MAKE SURE the flexible antenna, bat-

tery pack and jack cover are securely attached to the trans­ceiver, and that the antenna and battery pack are dry before
attachment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver to dust or
water will result in serious damage to the transceiver.

CAUTION: DO NOT use harsh solvents such as Ben-

zine or alcohol when cleaning, as they will damage the trans­ceiver surfaces.

DO NOT

push [PTT] when not actually intending to transmit.

DO NOT operate or place the transceiver in direct sunlight

or in areas with temperatures below –25°C or above +55°C.

DO NOT modify the transceiver. The specifications may

change and then not comply with the requirements of a corre­sponded regulation. The transceiver warranty does not cover
any problems caused by unauthorized modification.

BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when

operating it continuously for long periods of time.

BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IP67* require-

ments for dust-tight and waterproof protection. However,
once the transceiver has been dropped, dust-tight and water­proof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible
damage to the transceiver’s case or the waterproof seal.

* Only when the jack cover or the optional HM-168LWP is

attached.

Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still
flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or batteries
from the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Other­wise, the installed battery pack or batteries will become ex­hausted, and will need to be recharged or replaced.

MAKE SURE to turn OFF the transceiver before connect-

ing or disconnecting the supplied or optional accessory.

Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to
the Icom transceiver, if the malfunction is because of:

• Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earth­quakes, storms, floods, lightning, other natural disasters,
disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive contamination.

• The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that is
not manufactured or approved by Icom.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

ABOUT CE ............................................................................ i

DISPOSAL ............................................................................. i

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

RECOMMENDATION ........................................................... ii

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

1 ACCESSORIES ...........................................................1–2

■ Supplied accessories ................................................... 1

■ Accessory attachments ................................................ 1

2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ................................................3–7

■ Front panel ................................................................... 3

■ Function display ........................................................... 4

■ Assignable function keys .............................................. 5

3 BASIC OPERATION .................................................. 8–14

■ Turning power ON ........................................................8

■ Channel selection ........................................................ 9

■ Call procedure .............................................................. 9

■ Receiving and transmitting ......................................... 10

■ User set mode ............................................................ 12

■ Emergency Call .......................................................... 12

■ Priority A channel selection ........................................13

■ Man Down Emergency Call........................................ 13

■ Stun function .............................................................. 13

■ Scrambler function ..................................................... 13

■ MDC 1200 system operation ..................................... 14

4 BATTERY CHARGING ............................................15–19

■ Caution ....................................................................... 15

■ Optional battery chargers ...........................................17

5 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP ............................20–21

■ MB-93 contents .......................................................... 20

■ Attaching .................................................................... 20

■ Detaching ................................................................... 21

6 SPEAKER MICROPHONE ............................................22

■ Optional HM-168LWP description .............................. 22

■ Attachment ................................................................. 22

7 OPTIONS ................................................................. 23–24

8 COUNTRY CODE LIST .................................................25

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ACCESSORIES

■ Supplied accessories

NOTE: Some accessories are not supplied with depending

on the transceiver version.

Battery pack

Belt clip

Flexible antenna

D Battery pack

To attach the battery pack:

Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (q) until
the battery release button makes a ‘click’ sound.

NOTE: Push on the bottom of the pack to make sure the

release button is firmly locked.

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.

■ Accessory attachments

D Flexible antenna

Connect the supplied flexible antenna to
the antenna connector.

CAUTION:

• NEVER carry the transceiver by
holding the antenna.

• DO NOT connect the antenna other
than listed on page 27.

• Transmitting without an antenna
may damage the transceiver.

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NOTE: Keep the battery terminals clean. It's a good idea

to occasionally clean them.

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Battery release button

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ACCESSORIES

Jack cover

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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).

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D Jack cover

To attach the jack cover:

q Attach the jack cover to the [MIC/SP] jack.
w Tighten the screws.

[MIC/SP] jack

q

CAUTION:

• Attach the jack cover when the op-

tional speaker-microphone 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 speak-

er-microphone or headset connec­tion.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel

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q ANTENNA CONNECTOR

Connects the supplied antenna.

w DEALER-ASSIGNABLE KEY [Emer]
Desired function can be assigned by your dealer. (p. 7)
e DEALER-ASSIGNABLE KEY [Side1]
Desired function can be assigned by your dealer. (p. 5)
r PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Hold down to transmit.
Release to receive.
t DEALER-ASSIGNABLE KEYS [Side2]/[Side3]
Desired functions can be assigned independently by your

dealer. (p. 5)

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Speaker
Microphone

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y10-KEYPAD (Depending on version)

The keypad allows you to enter digits to:

• Select memory channels and tone channels

• Select DTMF codes (during transmit)

• Set TX codes

• Start up with the password

u DEALER-ASSIGNABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3]
Desired functions can be assigned independently by your

dealer. (p. 5)

i FUNCTION DISPLAY (p. 4)
Displays a variety of information such as an operating

channel number/name, 2-Tone code, DTMF numbers, se­lected function and so on.

o EXTERNAL MICROPHONE/SPEAKER JACK
Connect an optional speaker-microphone.

NOTE: Connect or disconnect the optional equipment

after the transceiver is turned OFF.

Jack cover
NOTE: Attach the jack

cover when the optional
equipment is not used.
See (p. 2) for details.

!0 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]

Rotate to turn the power ON/OFF and adjusts the audio

level.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

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■ Function display

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q TRANSMIT INDICATOR

Displayed while transmitting.

w BUSY INDICATOR

Displayed while the channel is busy.

e SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR

Indicates relative signal strength level.

r LOW POWER INDICATOR

Displayed when low output power is selected.

• When the battery power decreases to a specified level, low
power is selected automatically.

t AUDIBLE INDICATOR

➥ Displayed when the channel is in the Audible mode.
➥ Displayed when the specified 2-Tone code is received.

y SCRAMBLER INDICATOR
Displayed when the voice scrambler function is activated.
u BELL INDICATOR
Displayed or blinks when the specific 2-Tone code is re-

ceived, according to the presetting.

i KEY LOCK INDICATOR
Displayed during the key lock function is ON.
o BATTERY INDICATOR
Displayed 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.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

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■ Assignable function keys

The following functions can be assigned to [Emer], [Side1],
[Side2], [Side3], [P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3] assignable func-

tion keys.
Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details con­cerning your transceivers setting.

CH UP AND DOWN KEYS

➥ Push to select an operating channel.
➥ Push to select a transmit code channel after pushing [TX

Code CH Select].

➥ Push to select a DTMF channel after pushing [DTMF Au-

todial].

➥ Push to select a scan group after holding down [Scan A

Start/Stop]/[Scan B Start/Stop] for 1 second.

SIREN KEY

Push to emit a siren.

ZONE KEY

Push this key, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the
desired zone.

What is “zone”?— The desired channels are assigned
into a zone according to the intended use for grouping.
For example, ‘Staff A’ and ‘Staff B’ are assigned into a
“Business” zone, and ‘John’ and ‘Cindy’ are assigned into
a “Private” zone.

SCAN A KEY

➥ This key’s operation depends on the Power ON Scan set-

ting.

When the power ON scan function is turned OFF:

Push to start and cancel scanning operation. In case of

transmission during scan, scanning will be cancelled.
When the power ON scan function is turned ON:
Push to pause scanning, then resumes scanning after pass­ing a specified time period. In case of transmission during
scan, scanning will be cancelled.
➥ Hold down this key for 1 second to indicate the scan group,

then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired
group.

SCAN B KEY

➥ Push to start and cancel scanning operation. In case of

transmission during scan, scanning will be paused. Then
resumes scanning after passing a specified time period.

➥ Hold down this key for 1 second to indicate the scan group,

then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired
group.

PRIO A/B KEYS

➥ Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel.
➥ Hold down [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Rewrite)] for 1

second to reassign the operating channel to Priority A or
Priority B channel.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

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SCAN ADD/DEL (TAG) KEY

➥ Push to add a channel to, or delete it from the current scan

list.

• When a channel is added to the current scan list, the display
shows “SCAN ON.” When a channel is deleted from the current
scan list, the display shows “SCAN OFF.” After showing “SCAN

ON” or “SCAN OFF,” the display shows the current scan list text.

➥ You can add a channel to, or delete it from the scan list

after selecting the list.

1. Hold down for 1 second to display the current scan list,

and then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select a desired
list.

2. Push this key to add a channel to, or delete it from the

selected list.

3. Hold down this key for 1 second to exit the scan list

selection mode.

➥ Push this key while a scan is paused on a channel, except

for primary or secondary channel, and then the channel is
deleted from the scan list.

• Depending on the setting, the deleted channel is added to the
scan list again after the scan is cancelled. (Nuisance Delete
function)

C.TONE CH ENT KEY

Push to select the continuous tone channel using [CH Up]/
[CH Down] to change the tone frequency/code setting. The
selected channel remains set as the continuous tone channel
until another channel is designated as such.

MR-CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS

Push to select memory channels 1 to 4 in the operating zone
directly.

MONI KEY

Mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-Tone squelch
mute. Open any squelch/deactivate any mute while holding
down this key.

LOCK KEY

➥ Hold down for 1 second to electronically lock all assignable

keys except the following:

[Call] (incl. Call A and Call B), [Moni], [Emergency], [Sur-

veillance], [Siren], [Lone Worker] and [OPT 1/2/3].

➥ Hold down

HIGH/LOW KEY

Push to select the transmit output power temporarily or per­manently, depending on the presetting.

• Ask your dealer for the output power level for each selection.

OPT MOMENTARY KEYS

Controls the output signal level of the optional ports in the
optional unit connector while holding down this key.

OPT OUT KEYS

Push to control the output signal level of the optional ports in
the optional unit connector.

SCRAMBLER FUNCTION

Push to toggle the voice scrambler function ON and OFF.

for 1 second again to turn the lock function OFF.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

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TALK AROUND KEY

Push to turn the talk around function ON and OFF.

• The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the
receive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver communication.

WIDE/NARROW KEY

Push to toggle the IF bandwidth between wide and narrow.

DTMF AUTODIAL KEY

➥ Push to enter the DTMF channel selection mode. Then se-

lect the desired DTMF channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down].

➥ After selecting the desired DTMF channel, push this key to

transmit the DTMF code.

RE-DIAL KEY

Push to transmit the last-transmitted DTMF code.

CALL KEYS

Push to transmit a 2-Tone.

• Call transmission is necessary before you call another station de­pending on your signaling system.

• [Call A] and /or [Call B] may be available when your system em­ploys selective ‘Individual /Group’ calls. Ask your dealer which call
is assigned to each key.

LONE WORKER KEY

Push to turn the Lone Worker function ON or OFF.

• If the Lone Worker function is activated, the Emergency function
is automatically turned ON after the specified time period has
passed with no operation is performed.

TX CODE CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS

Push to select a TX code channel directly.

EMERGENCY KEY

Hold down to transmit the emergency call.

• The transceiver can transmit the emergency call silently or audibly
depending on the presetting. Ask your dealer for details.

• When the emergency call transmits with beeps, the emergency
text is displayed on the LCD if entered.

• If you want to cancel the emergency call, hold down the key again
before transmitting the call.

• The emergency call is transmitted one time only or repeatedly until
receiving a control code, depending on the presetting.

SURVEILLANCE KEY

Push to turn the surveillance function ON or OFF.
When this function is turned ON, the beep is not emitted and
the LCD backlight does not light when a signal is received or
a key is pushed, etc.

TX CODE CHANNEL SELECT KEY

Push to enter the ID code channel selection mode directly.
Then set the desired channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down] or 10­keypad*. (p. 11)
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10-key versions only

USER SET MODE KEY

➥ Hold down for 1 second to enter user set mode.

• During in the user set mode, push this key to select an item that

is enabled by your dealer, and change the value or condition by
pushing [CH Up] or [CH Down].

➥ Hold down this key for 1 second again to exit user set

mode.

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BASIC OPERATION

[P0]/[P1]/
[P2]/[P3]

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■ Turning power ON

Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery

pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
(p. 17)

q Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the transceiver.
w If the transceiver is preset for a start up password, input

the digit codes as directed by your dealer.

• 10-keypad can be used for password input depending on ver­sion:

• 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 the same.

[VOL]

KEY

[Side3]

NUMBER

e When the “PASSWORD” indication does not clear after

inputting 4 digits, the input code number may be incorrect.
Turn OFF the transceiver and start over in this case.

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D Battery type selection

The battery type must be selected according to the attaching
battery type when turning ON the transceiver.
Ask your dealer for details.

q Turn OFF the transceiver.
w While holding down [Emer] and [PTT], turn the power ON

with rotating [VOL] to toggle the attaching battery type.

• After the battery type is displayed, release [Emer] and [PTT].

• “DRY BATT” is displayed for about 3 seconds then “L” is dis-
played when the battery case operation is selected. In this
case, the transmit output power is low.

• “LI-ION” is displayed for about 3 seconds when the Lithium-ion
battery operation is selected.

[VOL]

[Emer]

[PTT]

Displayed

Dry battery mode

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BASIC OPERATION

Selective calling

Non-selective calling

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■ Channel selection

Several types of channel selections are available. Methods
may differ according to your system set up.

NON-ZONE TYPE:

Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired operating
channel in sequence.
Push one of [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4] keys to directly select a
channel.

ZONE TYPE:

Push [Zone], then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the
desired zone.

AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:

Channel setting is not necessary for this type. When turn­ing power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning.
Scanning stops when receiving a call.

■ Call procedure

When your system employs tone signaling (excluding CTCSS
and DTCS), the call procedure may be necessary prior to voice
transmission. The tone signaling employed may be a selective
calling system which allows you to call specific station(s) only
and prevent unwanted stations from contacting you.

q Select the desired TX code channel or 2-Tone code ac-

cording to your System Operator’s instructions.

• This may not be necessary depending on the presetting.

• Refer to page 11 for selection.

w Push the call key (assigned to one of the dealer assignable

keys: [Emer], [Side1], [Side2], [Side3], [P0], [P1], [P2] and
[P3]) or [PTT].

e After transmitting a 2-Tone code, the remainder of your

communication can be carried out in the normal fashion.

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■ Receiving and transmitting

BASIC OPERATION

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CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage
the transceiver. See page 1 for accessory attachments.

Receiving:

q Rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON.
w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the conventional sys-

tem channel, in sequence.

e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a

comfortable listening level.

NOTE: When a matched RX code signal is received, audio
from the microphone is automatically transmitted for a
specified time period.*
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Depending on the presetting. Ask your dealer for details.

Transmitting:

Wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference.

q Push [Call] when initiating a call from your side.

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Coded audio may be heard from the transceiver, then “ ” is dis­played.

• This operation may not be necessary depending on your sig­naling system. Ask your dealer for details.

w While holding down [PTT], speak at your normal voice

level.

e Release [PTT] to return to receive.

IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your signal:

1. Pause briefly after pushing [PTT].

2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm from your mouth, then
speak into the microphone at your 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 the Inaudible mode (“
played.)

- The channel is busy.

- Un-matched (or matched) CTCSS is received.

(Depending on the presetting.)

- The selected channel is a ‘receive only’ channel.

• Time-Out Timer

After continuous transmission for the preset period of time,
the Time-Out Timer is activated, causing the transceiver to
stop transmitting.

• Penalty timer

Once the Time-Out Timer is activated, transmission is further
inhibited for a period determined by the penalty timer.

• PTTID call

The transceiver sends the ID code (DTMF or digital ANI) au­tomatically when [PTT] is pushed (beginning of transmission)
and released (end of transmission) depends on the setting.

” is not dis-

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D TX code channel selection

If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it,
the indication can be toggled between the operating channel
number (or name) and TX code channel number (or name).
When the TX code channel number (or name) is displayed,
[CH Up] or [CH Down] selects the TX code channel.

USING [TX CODE CH SELECT] KEY:

q Push [TX Code CH Select] to enter the TX code channel

selection mode.

• Select the desired channel with [CH Up] or [CH Down] if neces­sary.

w Hold down [TX Code CH Select] for 1 second to enter the

TX code edit mode.

e Push [TX Code CH Select] several times to select the de-

sired digit to be edited.

• The digit to be edited blinks.

r Push [CH Up], [CH Down] or 10-keypad to set the desired

digit.

t Push [TX Code CH Select] to set the digit. The digit to the

right will blink automatically.

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When the 10-keypad is used for setting, the digit to be edited moves
to the right automatically without pushing [TX Code CH Select].

y Repeat r and t to input all allowable digits.
u After setting the last digit, push [TX Code CH Select] to set

the code and return to the stand-by mode.

USING [TX CODE CH UP]/[TX CODE CH DOWN] KEY:

If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Up] or [TX Code CH
Down] assignment, the preset TX code channel can be se­lected directly when pushed.

D DTMF transmission

If the transceiver has [DTMF Autodial] assigned to it, the
automatic DTMF transmission function is available. Up to 8
DTMF channels are available.

TO SELECT A TX CODE:

q Push [DTMF Autodial]— a DTMF channel is displayed.
w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired DTMF

channel.

e Push [DTMF Autodial] to transmit the DTMF code in the

selected DTMF channel.

BASIC OPERATION

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■ User set mode

The User Set mode enables you to set the seldom changed
settings, and customize the transceiver operation to suit your
preferences and operating style.

Entering the user set mode:

q Hold down [User Set Mode] for 1 second to enter the user

set mode.

w Push [User Set Mode] one or more times to select the ap-

propriate item.

e Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to set the desired level or

condition.

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Available set mode functions are Backlight, Beep, Beep
Level, SQL Level, Mic Gain, Battery Voltage, Signal
Moni and Lone Worker.

r Hold down [User Set Mode] for 1 second again to exit the

set mode.

Emergency Call

When [Emergency] is held down for the specified time peri­od*, the emergency signal is transmitted once, or repeatedly,
on the specified emergency channel.

A repeat emergency signal is automatically transmitted until
the transceiver receives an acknowledgement signal, or you
turn OFF the transceiver power.

When no emergency channel is specified, the signal is trans­mitted on the previously selected channel.

If you want to cancel the emergency call, hold down [Emer­gency] again before transmitting the call.

If your transceiver is preset for Silent operation, you can
transmit an Emergency call without the beep sounding and
the LED indicator lighting.

IMPORTANT: It is recommended to set an emergency
channel individually to provide the certain emergency call
operation.

* Depending on the presetting. Ask your dealer for details.

D NOTES

Depending on the presetting, the following functions are au­tomatically activated. Ask your dealer for details.

• Auto TX function

After the emergency call transmission, audio from the micro­phone is automatically transmitted for a specified time period.*

• Auto RX function

After the emergency call transmission, the transceiver stands
by in the audible mode for the specified time period.*

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■ Priority A channel selection

Depending on the presetting, the Priority A channel is se­lected each time the transceiver power is turned ON.

■ Man Down Emergency Call

This function requires the optional UT-124R man down unit.
When the transceiver has been left in a horizontal position for
the specified time period*, the transceiver enters the emer­gency mode, and then the countdown starts.
After the specified time period* has passed, an emergency
call is automatically transmitted once, or repeatedly.

If the transceiver is placed in a vertical position before the first
transmission, the transceiver exits the emergency mode and
the emergency call is cancelled.

IMPORTANT: It is recommended to set an emergency
channel individually to provide the certain emergency call
operation.

* Depending on the presetting. Ask your dealer for details.

■ Stun function

When the specified ID, set as a stun ID or kill ID, is received,
the stun function is activated.
When the stun ID is received, the transceiver becomes unus­able. Entering of the password (p. 8) or receiving a specified
ID, set as a revive ID, is necessary to operate the transceiver
again in this case.

When the kill ID is received, the transceiver switches to the
cloning required condition. Cloning the transceiver is neces­sary to operate the transceiver again in this case.

Stun function is also available with the MDC 1200 signaling
system. (p. 14)

■ Scrambler function

The voice scrambler function provides private communica­tion between stations. The optional Rolling or Non-rolling
type can be available.

q Push [Scrambler] to turn the scrambler function ON.

• “ ” is displayed.

w Push [Scrambler] again to turn the scrambler function

OFF.

• “ ” disappears.

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BASIC OPERATION

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The MDC 1200 signaling system enhances your transceiv­er’s capabilities. It allows PTT ID*, Emergency signaling, and
receiving Radio Check. Also, the dispatcher can stun and re­vive transceivers on the system.

* When [PTT] is pushed and/or released, the transceiver transmits

your station ID.

D Transmitting an Emergency Call

The MDC 1200 system’s Emergency feature can be ac­cessed using the [Emergency] key (p. 7). The transceiver will
send an Emergency MDC 1200 system command once, or
repeatedly for a preset number of times until it receives the
acknowledgement signal.
The emergency call can be transmitted without a beep sound
depending on how the emergency function is preset. Ask
your dealer for details.

D Receiving an Emergency Call

q When an emergency call is received;

• Beeps sound.

• The calling station alias and “EMG EMG” are displayed alter­nately.

w Turn power OFF, change the channel, push [PTT] for reply-

ing the call, etc. to stop the beep and display indication.

D Receiving a Stun and Revive

The dispatcher can send MDC 1200 system signals that will
stun or revive your transceiver. If a Stun command is re­ceived that matches your station ID, the transceiver will dis­play “SORRY” (default) and you can not receive or transmit.
When a Revive command is received that matches your sta­tion ID, normal operation is restored.

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BATTERY CHARGING

■ Caution

Misuse of Lithium-ion batteries may result in the following
hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture.
Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degrada­tion of battery performance.

D Battery caution

R DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.

Shorting may occur if the terminals touch metal objects such
as a key, so be careful when placing the packs (or the trans­ceiver) in bags, and so on. Carry them so that shorting cannot
occur. Shorting may damage not only the pack, but also the
transceiver.

R DANGER! NEVER leave battery packs in places with tem­peratures above +60˚C. High temperature buildup in the bat­tery cells, such as could occur near fires or stoves, inside
a sun heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight for long periods
of time may cause the battery cells to rupture or catch fire.
Excessive temperatures may also degrade battery pack’s
performance or shorten the battery cell’s life.

R DANGER! NEVER expose the battery pack to rain, snow,
seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet
battery pack. If the pack gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry be­fore using. The battery pack itself is not waterproof.

R DANGER! NEVER strike or otherwise impact the battery.
Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted or
dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy pres­sure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside of the
case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks
or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may rupture
or catch fire.

R DANGER! NEVER place battery packs near a fire. Fire or
heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of used
packs in accordance with local regulations.

R DANGER! NEVER let fluid from inside the battery cells get
in your eyes. If it does, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes
with clean water, without rubbing them, and immediately go
to a doctor.

R DANGER! NEVER put the battery pack in a microwave
oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating
cooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the
battery cells to rupture.

R WARNING! NEVER use the battery pack if it emits an
abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any
of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or dis­tributor.

R WARNING! NEVER Iet fluid from inside the battery cells
come in contact with your body. If it does, immediately wash
with clean water.

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CAUTION: DO NOT use the battery pack out of the specified
temperature range, –20˚C to +55˚C. Using the battery pack
out of its specified temperature range will reduce its perfor­mance and battery cell's life.

CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery pack
is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive
temperature environment (above +50˚C) for an extended pe
riod of time. If the battery must be left unused for a long time,
it must be detached from the transceiver after discharging.
You may use the battery until the remaining capacity is about
half, then keep it safely in a cool dry place with the following
temperature range:
–20˚C to +50˚C (within a month)
–20˚C to +35˚C (within three months)
–20˚C to +20˚C (within a year)

BE SURE to replace the battery pack with a new one approxi­mately five years after manufacturing, even if it still holds a
charge. The inside battery material will become weak after a
period of time, even with little use. The estimated number of
times you can charge the battery is between 300 and 500.
Even when the battery appears to be fully charged, the oper­ating time of the transceiver may become short when:

• Approximately five years have passed since the battery was
manufactured.

• The battery has been repeatedly charged.

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D Charging caution

R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with

extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves,
inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such en­vironments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will ac­tivate, and stop charging.

R WARNING! NEVER charge the transceiver during a light­ning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause a fire or
damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the power adapt­er before a storm.

R WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the battery pack in
the battery charger beyond the specified time for charging. If
the battery is not completely charged by the specified time,
stop charging and remove the battery from the battery charger.
Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time limit
may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery cells may rupture.

R WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (with the battery
pack attached) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This could
corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the charger.
The charger is not waterproof.

CAUTION: NEVER charge the battery outside of the speci­fied temperature range: BC-160 and BC-171 (0˚C to +45˚C).
BC-119N and BC121N (+10˚C to +40˚C). Icom recommends
charging the battery at +20˚C. The battery may heat up or rup­ture if charged out of the specified temperature range. Addi­tionally, battery performance or battery life may be reduced.

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■ Optional battery chargers

D Rapid charging with the BC-160

The optional BC-160 provides rapid charging of the Li-ion
battery pack.

• A power adapter (may be supplied with BC-160 depending on ver­sion) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L) is additionally
required.

Power adapter
(A different type, or
no power adapter is
supplied with
some versions.)

Optional OPC-515L
(for 13.8 V power
source) or CP-23L
(for 12 V cigarette
lighter socket) can
be used instead of
the power adapter.

CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-

*

515L to a power source using reverse
polarity. This will ruin the battery charger
White line: Black line

*

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Battery
pack

Tu rn OFF
the power

D Regular charging with the BC-171

The optional BC-171 provides regular charging of the Li-ion
battery pack.

• A power adapter (may be supplied with BC-171 depending on ver­sion) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L) is additionally
required.

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erent type, or

wer adapter is

ersions.)

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socket) can

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CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-

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polarity. This will ruin the battery charger
White line: Black line

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pack

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supplied

charger

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adapter is installed

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D AD-106 installation

The AD-106 charger adapter must be installed into the BC­119N or BC-121N before battery charging.

q Connect the AD-106

BC-121N.

w Install the AD-106 into the holder space of the BC-119N or

BC-121N with the supplied screws.

AD-106

Sockets

* This illustration is described with the BC-119N.

charger adapter and the BC-119N/

Plugs

w

Screws
with the
adapter

D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-106

The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of the Li-ion
battery pack. The following items are additionally required.

• AD-106 charger adapter

• A power adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending on
version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L).

Transceiver

Power adapter
(Not supplied with

some versions.)

Optional OPC-515L
(for 13.8 V power
source) or CP-23L
(for 12 V cigarette
lighter socket) can
be used instead of
the power adapter.

CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-

*

515L to a power source using reverse
polarity. This will ruin the battery charger.
White line: Black line

*

Battery
pack

:

Tu rn OFF
the power

AD-106 charger

in BC-119N.

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D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-106

The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 Li-ion battery packs to
be charged simultaneously. The following items are addition­ally required.

• Six AD-106 charger adapters

•

An optional power adapter or the DC power cable (OPC-656)

IMPORTANT: Battery charging caution

Ensure the guide tabs on the battery pack are correctly

aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter.

(This illustration is described with the BC-160.)

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Power adapter
(Purchased

separately)

Battery
pack

DC power cable (OPC-656)
(Connect with the DC power supply;

13.8 V/at least 7 A)

CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-656

*

to a power source using reverse polarity.
This will ruin the battery charger.
Red line: Black line

Tu rn OFF the power

AD-106 charger
adapters are installed
in each slot.

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Tabs

Guide rail

NOTE: For the instructions on the BC-197 multi-charger,

see the instruction manual supplied with the charger.

OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP

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■ MB-93 contents

q Belt clip ...........................................................................1

w Base clip .........................................................................1

q w

Qt y.

■ Attaching

q Release the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 2)
w Slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow until the

base clip is locked and makes a ‘click’ sound.

r Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt. And insert the trans-

ceiver into the belt clip until the base clip inserted fully into
the groove.

t Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels as illus-

trated below.

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e Attach the battery pack. (p. 2)

Once the transceiver is locked in place,
it will swivel 360 degrees.

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■ Detaching

q Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the

arrow and pull out from the belt clip.

w Release the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 2)
e Pinch the clip (q), and slide the base clip in the direction

of the arrow (w).

q

CAUTION:
HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN HANGING
OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT
CLIP.

Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the
holder or swivel properly if the transceiver is accidentally
dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged.

w

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■ Optional HM-168LWP description

Alligator type clip

To attach the speaker-mic.
to your shirt or collar, etc.

PTT switch

Transmits while pushed
Receives while released

Microphone

Speaker

Turn the transceiver power
OFF when connecting the
HM-168LWP.

NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector

becomes wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the
transceiver.

NOTE: The microphone is located as shown in the dia-

gram above. To maximize the readability of your transmit­ted signal (voice), hold the microphone approximately 5
to 10 cm from your mouth, and speak in a normal voice
level.

■ Attachment

Attach the connector of the speaker-microphone into the [SP
MIC] jack on the transceiver and tighten the screws with fin­gers.

NOTE: Use only your fingers instead of tools to tighten

the screws.

CAUTION: Attach the con­nector snugly.
A loose connection will al­low water intrusion into the
connector.

Hand tighten

IMPORTANT: Keep the [SP MIC] jack cover attached to

the transceiver when the speaker-microphone is not in
use.

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OPTIONS

D BATTERY PACK

Battery pack

BP-232WP 7.4 V

* When the power save function is turned ON, and the operating

periods are calculated under the following conditions;
TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90
(Operating period depends on the alkaline cells used.)

Voltage Capacity Battery life*

2200 mAh
2350 mAh (typical)

(minimum)

17.5 hrs.

D CHARGERS

• BC-119N desktop charger + AD-106 charger adapter

+ BC-145S

For rapid charging of battery packs. A power adapter is sup-

plied with the charger depending on versions.

Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232WP

• BC-121N multi-charger + AD-106 charger adapter (6 pcs.)

+ BC-157S

For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-106’s

are required) simultaneously. A power adapter should be
purchased separately.

Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232WP

• BC-197 multi-char ger + AD-122 charger adapter (6 pc s.)

+ BC-157S

For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs simultaneously.

Six AD-122s are required. A power adapter may be sup­plied with the charger, depending on the version.

Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours.

ac adapter

ac adapter

ac adapter

• BC-160 desktop charger + BC-145S ac adapter

For rapid charging of battery packs. A power adapter is sup-

plied with the charger depending on versions.

Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232WP

• BC-171 desktop charger + BC-147S ac adapter

A power adapter is supplied with the charger depending on

versions.

Charging time: Approximately 11.5 hours when BP-232WP is at-

tached.

D DC CABLES

• CP-23L cigarette lighter cable

Allows charging of the battery pack through a 12 V cigarette

lighter socket. (For BC-160/BC-171/BC-119N)

• OPC-515L/OPC-656

Allows charging of the battery pack using a 13.8 V power

source instead of the power adapter.
OPC-515L: For BC-160/BC-171/BC-119N
OPC-656 : For BC-121N

dc power cables

D BELT CLIPS

• MB-93 swivel belt clip

• MB-94 belt clip

Exclusive alligator-type belt clip. The same as supplied with

the transceiver.

• MB-96N/96F

leather belt hanger

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D OPTIONAL UNITS

• UT-96R 5-tone unit

• UT-108R dtmf decoder unit

Provides pager and code squelch capabilities.

• UT-109R /UT-110R*

Non-rolling type (UT-109R)/Rolling type (UT-110R)* voice

scrambler unit provides higher communication security.

*You can use the UT-110R as Non-rolling type.

• UT-124R

Provides measure of safety when working in a hazardous

environment, etc.

man down unit

voice scrambler units

D OTHER OPTIONS

•

HM-168LWP speaker-microphone

Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient

operation while hanging the transceiver from your belt.

• FA-SC25V/FA-SC55V/
FA-SC25U/FA-SC57U/FA-SC62V/FA-SC63V

FA-SC25V: 136–150 MHz FA-SC55V: 150–174 MHz
FA-SC25U: 400–430 MHz FA-SC57U: 430–470 MHz
FA-SC62V: 150–160 MHz FA-SC63V: 155–165 MHz

• FA-SC56VS/FA-SC57VS/FA-SC73US

FA-SC56VS: 150–162 MHz FA-SC57VS: 160–174 MHz
FA-SC73US: 450–490 MHz

• FA-SC61VC/FA-SC61UC

FA-SC61VC: 136–174 MHz FA-SC61UC: 380–520 MHz

cut antennas

antennas

stubby antennas

Some options may not be available in some countries. Ask
your dealer for details.

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