Icom IC-F3161T, IC-F3161S, IC-F3161DS, IC-F3163T, IC-F3163S Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subje ct to the c ondition that this devi ce does not cause
harmful interference.

iF4163T/S

iF4161T/S/DT/DS

UHF TRANSCEIVER

iF3163T/S

iF3161T/S/DT/DS

VHF TRANSCEIVER

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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-F3161T/S/DT/DS, IC-F3163T/S VHF TRANSCEIV-

ERS and IC-F4161T/S/DT/DS, IC-F4163T/S UHF TRANS­CEIVERS.

See the operating guide for details of Digital, BIIS, MDC

and LTR® system operations. Ask your dealer for details.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

WORD DEFINITION

RDANGER

Personal death, serious injury or an explo­sion may occur.

RWARNING

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.

Icom, Ico m Inc . an d the Ic om lo go ar e r eg is tered trademar ks of Ic om
Incor porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany,
France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
LTR is a registered trademark of the E.F.Johnson Company.
All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective holders.

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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.

R CAUTION! NEVER use non-Icom battery packs/

chargers to prevent the loss of the transceiver’s good per­formance and warranty.

DO NOT push [PTT] when not actually desiring to transmit.

DO NOT use or place 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 oper­ate correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours
of operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas.

DO NOT modify the transceiver. The transceiver warranty

does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized modi­fication.

KEEP the transceiver away from the heavy rain, and

Never immerse it in the water. The transceiver is water re­sistant, not waterproof.

Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal perform­ance when used with this transceiver. We are not respon­sible for the transceiver being damaged or any accident
caused when using non-Icom optional equipment.

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.

PRECAUTIONS

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FCC INFORMATION

• FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason­able protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac­cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer­ence to radio communications. However, there is no guaran­tee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to cor­rect the interference by one or more of the following meas­ures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and re

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• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ

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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni

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cian for help.

VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY

The AMBE+2™ voice coding Technology embodied in this
product is protected by intellectual property rights including
patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice
Systems, Inc. This voice coding Technology is licensed
solely for use wit hin this Communica tions Equipment.
The user of this Technology is explicitly prohibited from
attempting to extract, remove, decompile, reverse engineer,
or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert
the Object Code into a human-readable form. U.S. Patent
Nos.
#5, 8 7 0, 405, #5 , 826, 2 2 2, #5 ,754, 9 7 4, #5 , 7 01 ,3 90,
#5, 7 1 5, 365, #5 , 649, 0 5 0, #5 ,630, 0 1 1, #5 , 5 81 ,6 56,
#5,517,5 11, #5,49 1,772, #5 ,247,579, #5,226,084 and
#5,195,166.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY ........................................ iii

FCC INFORMATION ........................................................... iii

TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................... iv

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ACCESSORIES ...........................................................1−3

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

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

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PANEL DESCRIPTION ..............................................4−10

 ■ Front panel ................................................................... 4

 ■ Function display ...........................................................5

 ■ Programmable function keys ........................................6

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BASIC OPERATION ................................................11−17

 ■ Turning power ON ......................................................11

 ■ Channel selection .......................................................12

 ■ Call procedure ............................................................13

 ■ Receiving and transmitting .........................................13

 ■ User set mode ............................................................16

 ■ Emergency transmission ............................................16

 ■ Man Down Emergency Call ........................................16

 ■ Scrambler function .....................................................17

 ■ Stun function ..............................................................17

 ■ Automatic Key Lock function ...................................... 17

 ■ Priority A channel selection ........................................17

 ■ Forced Narrow function ..............................................17

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BATTERY CHARGING ............................................18−22

 ■ Caution .......................................................................18

 ■ Optional battery chargers ...........................................20

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BATTERY CASE ............................................................23

 ■ Optional battery case (BP-240) ..................................23

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SWIVEL BELT CLIP ................................................24−25

 ■ MB-93 contents .......................................................... 24

 ■ To attach ..................................................................... 24

 ■ To detach .................................................................... 25

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SPEAKER MICROPHONE ............................................26

 ■ Optional HM-169/170GP description .........................26

 ■ To attach ..................................................................... 26

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OPTIONS .................................................................27−30

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SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION .......................31−32

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ACCESSORIES

■ Supplied accessories

The following accessories are supplied.

Flexible

antenna

Battery pack Belt clip

Connector cover
(with screw)

■ 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.

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D Battery pack

To attach the battery pack:

Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direc­tion of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery release button.

• Slide the batter y pack until the battery release button makes a
‘click’ sound.

To release the battery pack:

Push 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.

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Battery release
button

Battery pack

NOTE: Keep the battery pack terminals clean. It’s a good

idea to clean the battery pack terminals once a week.

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 Connector cover

Attach the connector cover when the optional equipment is

not used.

To attach the connector cover:

q Insert the connector cover into the multi-connector.
w Tighten the screw.

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Multi­connector

Connector
cover

CAUTION:

Attach the connector cover when the optional equipment

is not used. Otherwise the terminals of the multi-connec­tor may be shorted by metal object, etc., and this could
damage the transceiver.

To detach the connector cover:

q Unscrew the screw using a phillips screwdriver.
w Detach the connector cover for the optional equipment

connector.

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■ Front panel

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Microphone

Speaker

q ROTARY SELECTOR

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Rotate to select the pre-programmed memory channels or
the operating zone. (Depending on the pre-setting)

w ANTENNA CONNECTOR
 Connects the supplied antenna. (p. 1)

e DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [EMR]

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Desired function can be programmed by your dealer.

(p. 6)

r DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Side1]
 Desired function can be programmed by your dealer.
(p. 6)

t PTT SWITCH [PTT]
 Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.

y DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [Side2]/[Side3]

 

Desired function can be programmed independently by
your dealer. (p. 6)

u 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

i DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3]

 

Desired function can be programmed independently by
your dealer. (p. 6)

o FUNCTION DISPLAY (p. 5)

 

Displays a variety of information such as an operating
channel number/name, Set mode contents, DTMF code,
selected function, etc.

!0 MULTI-CONNECTOR

 

Connect an optional equipment.

Connector cover

NOTE: Attach the connec­tor cover when the optional
equipment is not used.
See p. 3 for details.

!1 BUSY/TRANSMIT INDICATOR

 ➥

Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the
squelch is open.

 ➥

Lights red while transmitting.

!2 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]

 

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

■ Function display

SET

CALA TXCU

TXC

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q SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR

 Indicates relative signal strength level.

w LOW POWER INDICATOR

 Appears when low output power is selected.

e AUDIBLE INDICATOR

 ➥ Appears when the channel is in the ‘audible’ (unmute)

condition.

 ➥ Appears when the matched signal is received.

r COMPANDER INDICATOR

 Appears when the compander function is activated.

t SCRAMBLER INDICATOR

 Appears when the voice scrambler function is activated.

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y BELL INDICATOR

 Appears/blinks when the matched signal is received, ac-

cording to the pre-programming.

u CALL CODE MEMORY INDICATOR

 Appears when the call code memory is selected.

i BATTERY INDICATOR

 Appears or blinks when the battery power decreases to a

specified level.

Indication

Full Middle

Charging

required

No batteryBattery level

blinks when the battery is exhausted.

blinks when the battery is over charged.

o ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY

 ➥ Displays an operating channel number, channel name,

Set mode contents, DTMF code, etc.

➥ The indication mode can be selected from 1 line or 2

lines. Ask your dealer for details.

• In this instruction manual, the LCD illustration is described

using the 2 lines indication mode.

!0 KEY INDICATOR

 Indicate the programmed function of the front panel keys

([P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3]).

■ Programmable function keys

The following functions can be assigned to [EMR], [Side1],
[Side2], [Side3], [P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3] programmable

function keys.
Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details con­cerning your transceivers programming.
If the programmable function names are bracketed in the fol­lowing explanations, the specific key is used to activate the
function depends on the programming.

CH UP AND DOWN KEYS “UP” “DOWN”
➥ Push to select an operating channel. When [Rotary selec-

tor] selects “operating channel,” this key is not available.

➥ 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 pushing and holding

[Scan].

➥ Push to select the desired application type, individual/talk-

group ID, TX status message and SDM (Short Data Mes­sage) after pushing [Digital Button].

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ZONE KEY “ZONE”
Push this key, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select
the desired zone. When [Rotary selector] selects “operating
zone,” this key operation is not available.

What is “zone”?— Selected channels are assigned to a

zone according to how they are to be used in a group. For
example, ‘Staff A’ and ‘Staff B’ are assigned into a “Busi­ness” zone, and ‘John’ and ‘Cindy’ are assigned into a “Pri­vate” zone.

ZONE UP AND DOWN KEYS “ZNUP” “ZNDN”
Push to select an operating zone. When [Rotary selector] se­lects “operating zone,” this key is not available.

SCAN KEY “SCAN”
➥ Push to start and cancel scanning operation.

• When Power ON Scan function is activated, push to pause the
scanning operation. And the paused scan restarts after the
specified time period has passed.

➥ Push and hold this key for 1 sec. to indicate the scan list,

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

SCAN ADD/DEL (TAG) KEY “SCAD”
➥ Push to add or delete the selected channel to/from the

scan group.

1. Push to indicate the scan group, then push [CH Up] or
[CH Down] to select the desired group.

2. Push to add or delete the channel to/from the selected
scan group.

3. Push and hold for 1 sec. to exit the scan group selection
mode.

➥ Push this key while scan is paused (a signal is detected)

on a channel (except for priority channel,) the channel is
cleared from the scan group.

Depending on the setting, the cleared channel is added

to the scan group again after the scan is cancelled.
(Nuisance Delete function)

PRIORITY CHANNEL KEYS “PRA” “PRAR” “PRB” “PRBR”

➥ Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel.
➥ Push and hold [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Rewrite)] for

1 sec. to rewrite the Priority A or Priority B channel for the
operating channel.

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MEMORY CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS “CH1” “CH2” “CH3” “CH4”
Push to select the memory channels 1 to 4 directly.

MONI KEY “MON”
➥ Push to mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-tone

squelch mute. Open any squelch/deactivate any mute
while pushing and holding this key. (LMR operation only)

➥ Activates one of (or two of) the following functions on each

channel independently: (PMR operation only)

• Push and hold to un-mute the channel (audio is emitted; ‘Audible’
condition).

• Push to mute the channel (sets to ‘Inaudible’ only).

• Push after the communication is finished to send a ‘reset code’.
(5-tone/BIIS operation only)

NOTE: The un-mute condition (‘Audible’ condition) may

automatically return to the mute condition (‘Inaudible‘
condition) after a specified period.

LIGHT KEY “LIGT”
Push to turn the transceiver’s backlight ON temporarily only
when the backlight function is turned OFF in user set mode.

LOCK KEY “LOCK”
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to electronically lock all program-

mable keys for preventing accidental frequency changes
and unnecessary function access except the following:

[PTT], [Call] (incl. Call A and Call B), [Moni(Audi)],

[Light], [Emergency], [Surveillance], [Lone Worker] and
[OPT 1/2/3].

➥

Push and hold for 1 sec. again to turn the lock function OFF.

LONE WORKER KEY “LONE”
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.

HIGH/LOW KEY “H/L”
Push to select the transmit output power temporarily or per

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manently, depending on the pre-setting.

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

TONE/RAN CH SELECT KEY “T SEL”
➥ While in analog mode operation, push to enter the continu-

ous tone channel selection mode. Then select the desired
tone frequency/code setting with [CH Up] or [CH Down].
After the selection, push this key again to set.

➥ While in digital mode operation, push to enter the RAN

channel selection mode. Then select the desired RAN set­ting with [CH Up] or [CH Down]. After the selection, push
this key again to set.

➥ While in mixed (digital and analog) mode operation, push

to enter the continuous tone channel selection mode. Then
select the desired tone frequency/code setting with [CH
Up] or [CH Down]. After the selection, push this key to set.
After that, the RAN channel selection screen appears. Se­lect the desired RAN setting with [CH Up] or [CH Down].
After the selection, push this key again to set.

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C.TONE CH ENT KEY “TSEL”
Push to enter the continuous tone channel selection mode.
Then select the desired tone frequency/code setting with [CH
Up]/[CH Down]. The selected channel remains set as the
continuous tone channel until another channel is designated
as such.

TALK AROUND KEY “TA”
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 “W/N”
Push to toggle the IF bandwidth between wide and narrow.

DTMF AUTODIAL KEY “DTMA”
Push to enter the DTMF channel selection mode. Then select
the desired DTMF channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down]. After
selecting the DTMF channel, push again to transmit the
selected DTMF code.

RE-DIAL KEY “DTMR”
Push to transmit the last-transmitted DTMF code.

CALL KEYS “CALL” “CALA” “CALB”
Push to transmit a 2/5-tone or BIIS ID code.

• 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.

EMERGENCY KEY “EMR”
Push and hold to transmit the emergency call.

• The emergency call transmits with beeps; the display does not
change.

• The transceiver can transmit the emergency call silently or with the
display changes depending on the pre-setting. Ask your dealer for
details.

• If you want to cancel the emergency call, push and hold 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 pre-setting.

SURVEILLANCE KEY “SURV”
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 ENTER KEYS “TXCE”
Push to enter the ID code edit mode directly, for both 5­tone and MSK. Then set the desired digit using [CH Up]/[CH
Down]. (p. 15)

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TX CODE CHANNEL SELECT KEY “TXC”
Push to enter the TX code channel selection mode. Then set
the desired channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down]. (pgs. 14, 15)

TX CODE CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS “TXCU” “TXCD”
Push to select a TX code channel directly.

ID-MEMORY SELECT KEY “IDMS”
➥ Recalls detected ID codes.

• Push this key, then select the ID code using [CH Up]/[CH
Down].

• Up to 5 ID’s are memorized.

➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to erase the selected ID’s.

SCRAMBLER/ENCRYPTION KEY “SCR”
➥ While in the analog mode operation, push to toggle the

voice scrambler function ON and OFF.

➥ While in the digital mode operation, push to toggle the

encryption transmission function ON and OFF.

COMPANDER KEY “COMP”
Push to toggle the compander function ON and OFF.
The compander function reduces noise components from the
transmitting audio to provide clear communication.

USER SET MODE KEY “SET”
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter user set mode.

• During user set mode, push this key to select an item, and
change the value or condition using push [CH Up]/[CH Down].

➥ Push and hold this key for 1 sec. again to exit user set

mode.

User set mode is also available via the ‘Power ON function.’
Refer to (p. 16) also.

OPT OUT KEYS “OP1” “OP2” “OP3”
Push to control the output signal level from the optional unit
connector.

OPT MOMENTARY KEYS “O1M” “O2M” “O3M”
Push to control the output signal level from the optional unit
connector.

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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. 18)

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

input the digit codes as directed by your dealer.

• 10-keypad can be used for p assword i nput dependi ng 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.

KEY

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(Side1)

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e When the “PASSWORD” indication does not clear after

inputting 6 digits, the input code number may be incorrect.
Turn the power off and start over in this case.

D Battery type selection

The battery type must be selected according to the attaching
battery type when tuning the transceiver ON.

➥ While pushing and holding [Emer] and [PTT], rotate [VOL]

to toggle the attaching battery type.

• After the display appears, release [Emer] and [PTT].

• “ DRY BATT” is displayed for about 3 sec. then “Lo” (low power
indicator) appears when the battery case operation is selected.

• “LI-ION” is displayed for about 3 sec. when the Lithium-ion bat-

tery operation is selected.

• This operation may not be available depending on the pre-setting.

Ask your dealer for details.

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BASIC OPERATION

■ Channel selection

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

NON-ZONE TYPE:

To select the desired operating channel:

• Push [CH Up] or [CH Down].

• Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR]*.

- Up to pre-programmed 16 channels can be selected.

• Push one of [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4].

ZONE TYPE:

To select the desired zone:

• Push [Zone], then push [CH Up] or [CH Down].

• Push [Zone Up] or [Zone Down].

• Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR]*.

- Up to pre-programmed 16 zones can be selected.

D Voting operation

The transceiver automatically starts scanning when a zone,
specified for the voting operation, is selected.
The voting scan detects the S-meter of the repeater and
automatically selects the strongest station.

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.

* Depending on the pre-setting.
When [Rotary selector] selects “Operating channel,” [CH Up]/[CH

Down] are not available.

When [Rotary selector] selects “Operating zone,” [Zone]/[Zone Up]/

[Zone Down] are not available.

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■ Call procedure

When your system employs tone signalling (excluding
CTCSS and DTCS), this call procedure may be necessary
prior to voice transmission. The tone signalling 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 2/5-tone code

according to your System Operator’s instructions.

• This may not be necessary depending on programming.

• Refer to pages 14 or 15 for selection.

w Push [Call] (assigned to one of the dealer programmable

keys)

e After transmitting, the remainder of your communication

can be carried out in the normal fashion.

Selective calling

Non-selective calling

■ Receiving and transmitting

NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the

transceiver. See (p. 1) for accessory attachments.

Receiving:

q Rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON.
w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-

TOR]* to select the conventional system channel, in se­quence.

*Depending on the pre-setting.

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

comfortable listening level.

Transmitting:

Wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference.
q While pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the micro-

phone at a normal voice level.

• When a tone signalling system is used, the call procedure de-

scribed at the previous page may be necessary.

w Release [PTT] to return to receive.

IMPORTANT: To maximize the audio quality of your signal;

1. Pause briefly after pushing [PTT].

2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from
your mouth, then speak into the microphone at a normal
voice level.

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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 (‘Inaudible’ condition;

“ ” (Audible indicator) does not appear.)

- The channel is busy.

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

(Depending on the pre-setting.)

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

• Time-out timer

After continuous transmission for the pre-programmed time

period, the time-out timer starts, causing the transceiver to
stop transmitting.

• Penalty timer

Once the time-out timer starts, transmission is further inhib

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ited for a period determined by the penalty timer.

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]— a TX code channel number

(or name) appears.

w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired TX code

channel.

e After selecting, push [TX Code CH Select] to set.

• Return to the stand-by mode.

r Push [Call] to transmit the selected TX code.

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

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

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D TX code number edit (PMR operation only)

If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] or [TX Code
Enter] assigned to it, TX code contents can be edited within
the allowable digits.

USING [TX CODE CH SELECT] KEY:

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

selection mode.

• Select the desired operating channel before entering the TX
code channel selection mode if necessary.

w Push [TX Code CH Select] for 1 sec. to enter the TX code

edit mode.

• The digit to be edited blinks.

e Push [TX Code CH Select] to select the desired digit to be

edited.

r Push [CH Up]/[CH Down] to select the desired digit.
t Push [TX Code CH Select] to set. The digit to the right will

blink automatically.

y Repeat r and t to edit all allowable digits.
u After editing, push [TX Code CH Select] to set.

• Return to the stand-by mode.

i Push [Call] to transmit.

USING [TX CODE ENTER] KEY:

q After pushing [TX Code CH Select], push [CH Up] or [CH

Down],

or push [TX Code CH Up] or [TX Code CH Down] to select

the desired TX code channel.

w Push [TX Code Enter] to enter the TX code edit mode.

• The digit to be edited blinks.

e Push [TX Code Enter] to select the desired digit to be ed-

ited.

r Push [CH Up]/[CH Down] to select the desired digit.
t Push [TX Code Enter] to set. The digit to the right will blink

automatically.

y Repeat r and t to edit all allowable digits.
u After editing, push [TX Code Enter] to set.

• Return to the stand-by mode.

i Push [Call] to transmit.

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.

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

channel.

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

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■ User set mode

User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to
set seldom-changed settings. You can “customize” the trans­ceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style.

Entering the user set mode:

q While pushing and holding [P1] and [P2], rotate [VOL] to

turn the power ON.

• Turn power OFF in advance.

• “SET MODE” appears for 1 sec at power ON.

w Push and hold [P0] to enter user set mode.
e Push [P0] several times to select the appropriate item.

Then push [Side2] or [Side3] to set the desired level/condi

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• Available set mode functions are Backlight, LCD contrast,

Beep, Beep Level, Ringer Level, SQL Level, AF Min Level,
Mic Gain, VOX Gain*, VOX Delay*, Battery Voltage, Signal
Moni, Lone Worker and System Info.

* Appears only when the external VOX unit is connected.

r Push and hold [P0] again to exit set mode.

User set mode is also available using a programmable key.
Please refer to p. 10 [User Set Mode] section for instructions
regarding using the key assigned for user set mode.

NOTE: [Side2] or [Side3] and [P0] activate while in the

user set mode regardless of the assigned key functions.

■ Emergency transmission

When [Emergency] is pushed for the specified time period,
an emergency signal is automatically transmitted. (p. 9)

When [Emergency] is pushed for the specified time period,
the DTMF emergency signal is transmitted once or repeat­edly on the emergency channel. However, when no emer­gency channel is specified, the signal is transmitted on the
previously selected channel.

If you want to cancel the emergency call, push and hold the
key again before transmitting the call.

■ Man Down Emergency Call

This function requires the optional UT-124R man down unit
and can be performed in conventional mode.
The man down emergency call function transmits an emer­gency call automatically when the transceiver has been left in
a horizontal position.
After the emergency call, the transceiver performs transmis­sion and reception alternately with receiving a signal and
emitting audio.
When the emergency reset signal is received, the function is
cancelled.

IMPORTANT: Set an emergency channel individually, to
provide certain emergency call operation is recommended.

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■ Scrambler function

The voice scrambler function provides private communication
between stations. All versions have a built-in frequency inver­sion type scrambler; however, an optional rolling or non-roll­ing type is available as well.

➥

Push [Scrambler] to toggle the scrambler function ON or OFF.

• “ ” (Scrambler indicator) appears when the function is ON.

■ Stun function

When the specified ID, set as a kill ID, is received, the stun
function is activated.

When the kill ID is received, the transceiver switches to the pass­word required condition. Entering of the password via the keypad
is necessary to operate the transceiver again in this case.

■ Automatic Key Lock function

When [Lock] is assigned to any key and the Automatic Key Lock
timer is pre-programmed* by your dealer, the key lock function
can be automatically turned ON after the specified time period
has passed without operation during standby condition.

While the lock function is ON, push and hold [Lock] for 1 sec.
to turn the function OFF.

*When “0” is programmed, this function is not available.

■ Priority A channel selection

When one of the following operations is performed, the trans­ceiver selects the Priority A channel automatically.

• Turning the power ON
The Priority A channel is selected each time the trans

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ceiver power is turned ON.

• Status call
The Priority A channel is selected when transmitting a

status call. (BIIS operation only)

■ Forced Narrow function

Depending on the pre-setting, the Forced Narrow function is
turned ON or OFF when the transceiver power is ON while
pushing and holding both [P1] and [PTT].

While the function is activated, the channel width becomes
Narrow regardless of the channel setting, the [Wide/Narrow]
key operation, repeater setting, and PC control command.

If the Forced Narrow function is pre-set by your dealer, the
channel width becomes Narrow without your operation as
above.

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■ Caution

Mi suse of L ithiu m-Ion batter ies may resul t in the
following hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may
rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery
or degradation of battery performance.

• R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery

packs with Icom radios or Icom charger. Only Icom battery
packs are tested and approved for use and charge with
Icom radios or Icom charger. Using third-party or coun­terfeit battery packs or charger may cause smoke, fire, or
cause the battery to burst.

D Battery caution

• R DANGER! DO NOT hammer 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.

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R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery packs in areas
with temperatures above +60˚C (+140˚F). High tempera­ture buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fires
or stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight
may cause the battery to rupture or catch fire. Excessive
temperatures may also degrade battery performance or
shorten battery life.

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

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R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs since
internal battery gas may cause them to rupture, or may
cause an explosion.

•

R DANGER! NEVER solder the batt ery terminals or
NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gen­eration, and the battery may rupture, emit smoke or catch
fire.

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R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for
which it is specified. Never use a batter y with any other
equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this
instruction manual.

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R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your
eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean
water, without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.

• WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery 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.

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WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part
of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside
the battery.

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

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CAUTION! Always use the battery within the specified tem­perature range for the transceiver (–30˚C to +60˚C; –22˚F
to +140˚F) and the battery itself (–20˚C to +60˚C; –4˚F to
+140˚F). Using the battery out of its specified temperature
range will reduce the battery’s performance and battery life.

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CAUTION! Shorter battery life could occur if the battery
is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an ex­cessive temperature environment (above +50˚C; +122˚F)
for an extended period of time. If the battery must be left
unused for a long time, it must be detached from the radio
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 temperature range as below:
–20˚C to +50˚C (–4˚F to +122˚F) (within a month)
–20˚C to +35˚C (–4˚F to +95˚F) (within three months)
–20˚C to +20˚C (–4˚F to +68˚F) (within a year)

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 car, or in direct sunlight. In such en­vironments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will
activate, causing the battery to stop charging.

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WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the battery 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 batter y
charger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the speci­fied time limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery
may rupture.

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WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached
to the transceiver) 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 (0˚C to +40˚C; +32˚F to
+104˚F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚
C (+68˚F). 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. Charging period: Approx. 3 hours (with BP­232N)

The following items are additionally required:

• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-160 depending
on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).

Optional OPC-515L
(for 13.8 V power
source) or CP-17L
(for 12 V cigarette
lighter socket) can
be used instead of
the AC adapter.

AC adapter
(A different type, or no AC

adapter is supplied, de­pending on the version.)

Transceiver

Battery
pack

Turn power OFF

D Regular charging with the BC-171

The optional BC-171 provides regular charging of the Li-Ion
battery pack. Charging period: Approx. 10 hours (with BP­232N)

The following items are additionally required:

• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-171 depending
on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).

Optional OPC-515L
(for 13.8 V power
source) or CP-17L
(for 12 V cigarette
lighter socket) can
be used instead of
the AC adapter.

AC adapter
(A different type, or no AC

adapter is supplied, de­pending on the version.)

Transceiver

Battery
pack

Turn power OFF

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D AD-106 installation

The AD-106 charger adapter must be installed into the
BC-119N or BC-121N before battery charging.
➥ Connect the AD-106 cha rg er a da pter a nd the BC-

119N/BC-121N as below, then install the AD-106 into the
holder space of the BC-119N or BC-121N with the sup­plied screws.

Screws supplied
with the charger
adapter

AD-106

Connectors

Plugs

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

The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of the Li-Ion
battery pack. Charging period: Approx. 3 hours (with BP­232N)

The following items are additionally required.

• AD-106 charger adapter (purchase separately)

• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending
on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).

AD-106 charger
adapter is installed
in BC-119N.

Optional OPC-515L (for

13.8 V power source) or
CP-17L (for 12 V cigarette
lighter socket) can be used
instead of the AC adapter.

AC adapter
(A different type, or no AC

adapter is supplied, de­pending on the version.)

Transceiver

Battery
pack

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

The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be
charged simultaneously. Charging period: Approx. 3 hours
(with BP-232N)

The following items are additionally required.

• Six AD-106 charger adapters (purchase separately)

• An AC adapter (BC-157) or the DC power cable (OPC-656)

Transceiver

Battery
pack

AD-106 charger
adapters are installed
in each slot.

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

13.8 V/at least 7 A)

AC adapter
(Purchased

separately)

Turn power OFF

IMPORTANT: Battery charging caution
Ensure the guide lobes on the battery pack are correctly

aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter.
(This illustration is described with the BC-160.)

Guide rail

Lobes

■ Optional battery case (BP-240)

When using the optional battery case attached to the trans­ceiver, install 6 × AAA (LR03) size alkaline batteries as illus­trated at right.

q Unhook the battery cover release hook (q), and open the

cover in the direction of the arrow (w). (Fig.1)

w Then, install 6 × AAA (LR03) size alkaline batteries.

(Fig.2)

• Install the alkaline batteries only.

• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.

• Do not pin the ribbon under the batteries.

e Fit the cover in the direction of the arrow (e), then close

(r). And hook the batter y cover release hook until it
makes a ‘click’ sound (t). (Fig.3)

CAUTION:

• When installing batteries, make sure they are all the
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new
and old batteries together.

• Keep batter y contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean
battery terminals once a week.

• Never incinerate used battery cells since internal battery
gas may cause them to rupture.

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Never expose a detached battery case to water. If the bat­tery case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it.

NOTE: When the optional battery case is attached, the

battery type must be selected to “DRY BATT” when turn­ing the transceiver ON. (p. 11)

q

BP-240

w

Fig.1

Fig.2

Fig.3

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■ MB-93 contents

Qty.

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

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

q w

■ To attach

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.

e Clip the belt clip to a par t of your belt. And insert the

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

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

trated below.

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

■ To detach

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

w

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.

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■ Optional HM-169/170GP
description

Turn the transceiver power
OFF while connecting the
HM-169/170GP.

Speaker

Belt clip

Microphone

TOP KEY

(for HM-170GP only)
Desired functions can
be programmed by
your dealer.

GPS ANTENNA
(for HM-170GP only)

PTT SWITCH

Push and hold to
transmit;
release to receive.

This illustration is desicribed with HM-170GP.

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 at the top of the
speaker-microphone, as shown in the diagram above. To
maximize the readability of your transmitted signal (voice),
hold the microphone approx. 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches)
from your mouth, and speak in a normal voice level.

■ To attach

Attach the connector of the speaker-microphone into the multi
connector on the transceiver and tighten the screw.

CAUTION: Attach the
multi connector snugly, but
do not overtighten.
A loose connection will al­low water intrusion into the
connector; an overtight­ened connector will dam­age the connector pins in
the transceiver.

IMPORTANT: KEEP the connector cover attached to the
transceiver when the speaker-microphone is not in use.
(p. 3)
Water will not get into the transceiver even if the cover is
not attached, however, the terminals (pins) will become
rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the con­nector becomes wet.

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D BATTERY PACKS

Battery pack Voltage Capacity Battery life*

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BP-230N 7.4 V

950 mAh (min.)

980 mAh (typ.)

7.35 hrs.

BP-232N 7.4 V

1900 mAh (min.)

2000 mAh (typ.)

14 hrs.

BP-240

Battery case for AAA

(LR03) × 6 alkaline

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1

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

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

D CHARGERS

• BC-119N desktop charger + AD-106 charger adapter
+ BC-145 ac adapter

For rapid charging of battery pack. An AC adapter is sup-

plied with the charger depending on versions.

Charging time: approx. 3 hours when BP-232N is attached.

•

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

+ BC-157 ac adapter

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

are required) simultaneously. An AC adapter should be
purchased separately.

Charging time: approx. 3 hours when BP-232N is attached.

• BC-160

desktop charger + BC-145 ac adapter

For rapid charging of battery pack. An AC adapter is sup-

plied with the charger depending on versions.

Charging time: approx. 3 hours when BP-232N is attached.

• BC-171

desktop charger + BC-147 ac adapter

For regular charging of battery packs. We recommend that

the BP-230N charging. An AC adapter is supplied with the
charger depending on versions.

Charging time:

approx. 10 hours when BP-232N is attached.
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pprox. 4 hours when BP-230N is attached.

D BELT CLIPS

• MB-93 swivel belt clip

• MB-94 belt clip

Exclusive alligator-type belt clip.

• MB-96N/96F leather belt hanger

D OPTIONAL UNITS

• UT-96R 2/5 tone unit

• UT-109R /UT-110R scrambler units

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

scrambler unit provides higher communication security.

• UT-126H digital modulator/demodulator unit

Provides 6.25 kHz digital mode operation.

• UT-124R man down unit

Provides a measure of safety when working in a hazardous

environment, etc.

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D DC CABLES

• CP-17L cigarette lighter cable

Allows charging of the battery pack through a 12 V ciga-

rette lighter socket. (For BC-119N)

• OPC-515L/OPC-656 dc power cables

Allows charging of the battery pack using a 13.8 V power

source instead of the AC adapter.
OPC-515L : For BC-119N
OPC-656 : For BC-121N

D OTHER OPTIONS

• SP-13 earphone

Provides clear receive audio in noisy environment.

• AD-52 earphone adapter

Provides clear receive audio in noisy environment.

• HM-131SC/HM-159SC speaker-microphone

Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient

operation while hanging the transceiver from your belt.

• HM-169 speaker-microphone

Rugged type speaker-microphone.

• HM-170GP speaker-microphone

GPS speaker-microphone for BIIS and Digital modes op-

eration.

• HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 headset + VS-1SC vox/ptt case
HS-94: Ear-hook type
HS-95: Neck-arm type
HS-97: Throat microphone
VS-1SC: VOX/PTT switch box for hands-free operation, etc.

D ANTENNAS

• FA-SC56VS/FA-SC57VS/FA-SC73US stubby antennas

Shorter VHF or UHF antennas.
FA-SC56VS: Frequency range 150–162 MHz
FA-SC57VS: Frequency range 160–174 MHz
FA-SC73US: Frequency range 450–490 MHz

• FA-SC25V/FA-SC55V/

FA-SC25U/FA-SC57U/FA-SC72U flexible antennas

VHF or UHF antennas.
FA-SC25V: Frequency range 136–150 MHz
FA-SC55V: Frequency range 150–174 MHz
FA-SC25U: Frequency range 400–430 MHz
FA-SC57U: Frequency range 430–470 MHz
FA-SC72U: Frequency range 470–520 MHz

• FA-SC61VC/FA-SC61UC cut antennas

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

Some options may not available in some countries. Please ask your
dealer for details.

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D About VS-1SC vox/ptt case

The VS-1SC is a VOX/PTT unit for Icom handheld transceiv­ers, and allows you hands-free operation.
An optional headset (HS-94, etc.) is required for operation.

• The VOX (Voice Operated Transmission) function starts trans­mission without pushing PTT switch when you speak into the
microphone; then, automatically returns to receive when you stop
speaking.

Features

➥ 9-pin Spring-plug type head SP/MIC plug is equipped
➥ Water resistant construction
➥ Durable construction
➥ Equipped with a PTT switch and revolving clip

VS-1SC

Water protection cover

PTT switch

MIC/VOX gain
adjusting pot

VOX/PTT select switch

VOX gain and delay adjustment

q Attach the connector of the VS-1SC into the multi-con-

nector on the transceiver and tighten the screw.

• Toggle the VOX/PTT select switch to [VOX].

w Enter user set mode. (p. 16)
e Push [P0] several times to select the “VOX Gain” or “VOX

Delay” items. Then, push [Side2] or [Side3] to set the de­sired level/condition.

r Rotate [VOL] to turn the power OFF to exit user set mode.

• VOX Gain

The VOX sensitivity level can be adjusted from OFF or 1 to 6
(more sensitive).

VOX function is OFF

CALA

SET

TXCU

TXC

CALA

SET

TXCU

TXC

VOX OFF VOX GAIN 3

VOX gain level 3

(default)

[Side2]

Push

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• VOX Delay

The VOX delay time can be set from 0.5 to 3.0 sec. (0.5 sec.
step) for a convenient interval before returning to receive.

0.5 sec (min.)
(default)

CALA

SET

TXCU

TXC

CALA

SET

TXCU

TXC

VOX DLY0.5 VOX DLY3.0

3.0 sec (max.)

[Side2]

Push

[Side3]

NOTE: MIC/VOX gain can be adjusted via the Adjusting

pot using a thin screw driver.

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, Evaluat

­ing 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.

• The following accessories are authorized for use with this
product. Use of accessories other than those specified may
result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC require­ments for wireless RF exposure.; Belt Clip (MB-93, MB-94,
MB-96N and MB-96F), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack
(BP-230N and BP-232N), Alkalies Battery Case (BP-240)
and Speaker-microphone (HM-131SC, HM-159SC, HM-169
and HM-170GP).

To ensure that your expose 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 damaged 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
antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use
with this radio.

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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 keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away
from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt­clips listed on page 27 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 with the FCC RF
exposure limits of this radio.

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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.

Occupational/Controlled Use

The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are
exposed as consequence of their employment provided those
persons are fully aware of the potential for exposure and can
exercise control over their exposure.

MEMO

MEMO

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