Icom IC-F4TR User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the condition that this device does not
cause harmful interference.

iF4TR

UHF TRUNKED RADIO

Count on us!

6-9-16 Kamihigashi, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0002 Japan

A-5632D-1US
Printed in Japan
© 1999 Icom Inc.

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SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

4-1 Specifications

• GENERAL

Frequency coverage (MHz) : 400–430, 450–490, 480–512

Mode : 16K0F3E (25 kHz)

11K0F3E (12.5 kHz)

Usable temperature range : –30˚C to +60˚C; –22°F to +140°F

Dimensions (proj not incl.) : 57(W)×140(H)×37 (D) mm

; 2

1

⁄4(W)×51⁄2(H)×115⁄32(D) in

Weight (with BP-196) : 390 g; 13.8 oz

• TRANSMITTER

Output power : 4 W

• RECEIVER

Sensitivity

(12 dB SINAD) : 0.3 µV

Intermodulation rejection ratio

: 75 dB typ.

Spurious response rejection : 70 dB typ.

Adjacent channel selectivity : 70 dB typ. (25 kHz)

65 dB typ. (12.5 kHz)

Audio output power : 500 mW (at 5% distortion with an 8 Ω

load)

4-2 Options

• HM-46/HM-54/HM-75A SPEAKER-MICROPHONES

Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient opera-

tion while hanging the transceiver from your belt clip.

• BC-119 DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-81 CHARGER ADAPTER

Used for rapid charging of battery packs. Charging time: 1.5 to 2

hours. An AC adapter is supplied with the chargers (depending on

version).

• BC-121 MULTI-CHARGER + AD-81 CHARGER ADAPTER

+ BC-124 AC ADAPTER

Rapidly charges of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-81’s are required)

at once. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hours.

• BC-133 DESKTOP CHARGER

Regularly charges battery pack with/without transceiver. The AC

adapter, BC-122, is additionally required. Charging time: approx. 15

hours

• BC-110A/D/V WALL CHARGER

Used for charging via a domestic AC wall socket.

•CP-12L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE

Used for charging via a vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket (12 V).

•OPC-254L DC POWER CABLE

Used for charging with an external power supply.

•BP-194 BATTERY CASE

Takes eight (8) AA (R6) size batteries. External DC-jack on the

transceiver can be used to charge the Ni-Cd battery cells.

•SP-13 EARPHONE

Provides clear audio in noisy environments.

All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or

obligation.

IMPORTANT

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before

using the transceiver.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. This manual contains

important safety and operating instructions for the IC-F4TR.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

NEVER allow the antenna to come close to, or touch,

exposed body parts, especially the face or eyes while trans-

mitting.

NEVER disassemble the transceiver. incorrect reassemble

may result in a fire hazard or electric shock.

NEVER operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical

blasting caps or in an explosive area.

AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzene or alco-

hol when cleaning—use a water-dampened cloth only.

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

2 GETTING STARTED

2-1 Accessory attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

2-2 Turning POWER ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

3 BATTERY PACKS AND BATTERY CASE

3-1 Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

3-2 Battery case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2

3-3 Battery charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

4 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

4-1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

4-2 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

q Battery pack (comes attached to the transceiver)

w Flexible antenna

e Belt clip

r 1922 A-REAR SHEET

3-1 Caution

NEVER incinerate used battery packs or battery cells. Internal

battery gas may cause an explosion.
NEVER immerse the battery pack or the battery case in

water. If the battery pack or case becomes wet, be sure to
wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver.

NEVER short terminals of the battery pack or battery case.
Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects so be careful
when placing battery packs in handbags, etc.

If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after
being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power
ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the
battery pack still does not retain a charge (or very little), a
new battery pack must be purchased.

D Recycling information (U.S.A. only)

The product that you have purchased contains a recharge­able battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its life,

under various state and local laws, it may be ille­gal to dispose of this battery into the municipal
waste stream. Call 1-800-822-8837 for battery
recycling options in your area or contact your
dealer.

3-2 Battery case

When using the optional BP-194
attached to the transceiver, in­stall 8 AA (R6) size Alkaline or
Ni-Cd batteries as illustrated as
at right.

When installing Ni-Cd batteries:

• Make sure all cells are the same brand, type and capacity.

• Never mix old and new batteries.
Either of the above may cause a fire hazard or damage the
transceiver.

When installing dry or alkaline cells:

• Never connect DC power to the transceiver. Such a con­nection always charges the installed batteries and will dam­age the transceiver.

D LOW BATTERY INDICATION

- When appears, battery capacity is becoming low and
transmitting is impossible.

- When flashes, battery capacity is nearly exhausted.

3-3 Battery charging

Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it OFF
while charging.

• Recommended temperature range for charging: +10°C to
+40°C

(+50°F to +104°F)

• Use the Icom’s charger (BC-1 19/BC-121 for rapid charging, BC-

110, and BC-133 for regular charging) only. NEVER use another

manufacturers’ chargers.

• An optional cable OPC-254L

(for 13.8 V power source) or CP-

12L

(for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used in-stead of

the AC adapters of the supplied charger.

DD

With the BC-119 or BC-121

The optional BC-119 and BC-121 provide rapid charging of
optional Ni-Cd battery pack/s.
The following are additionally required:

• Only one AD-81 for the BC-119; six AD-81s for the BC-121.

• An AC adapter

(may be supplied with the BC-119 depending on

version; The optional AC adapter, BC-124, for the BC-121).

When using the BC-119 in the vehicle: If the charge in­dicator flashes orange, the vehicle battery voltage is low
and charging may not be performed. Check the vehicle
battery voltage in this case. If the charge indicator flashes
red, there may be a problem with the battery pack

(or

charger). Re-insert the battery pack or contact your dealer.

DD

With the BC-133

The optional BC-133 provides regular
charging of optional Ni-Cd battery pack
with/without transceiver.
The following are additionally required:

• The optional AC adapter, BC-122.

DD

With the BC-110 or an optional cables

CAUTION: Only Ni-Cd batteries can be charged. NEVER

connect a wall charger when dry or Alkaline cells are in­stalled in the BP-194

BATTERY CASE— the transceiver and/or

battery case may be damaged.
CAUTION: Even if the power source has enough capac-

ity , the [CHARGE] jack can be used for charging purposes
only. You can not operate the transceiver without an inter­nal power source.

Connect the optional BC-110, CP-12L or OPC-254L to the
[CHARGE] jack on the transceiver as illustrated below. Be
careful of battery overcharging as the connected battery is
charged simultaneously..

• Approx. charging period: 15 hrs.

• DO NOT turn power ON while connecting the BC-110A/D/V.
Current capacity is insufficient.

• AVOID over charging. The charging period should be less
than 48 hours.

q ANTENNA CONNECTOR

Connects the supplied antenna.

w VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]

Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level.

e [SP]/[MIC] JACK

Connect optional speaker-microphone, or headset.

r PTT SWITCH [PTT]

Transmits during push; receives during release.

t ACTIVITY LED

Lights red while transmitting.

y FUNCTION DISPLAY

Displays the preset user information.

u

CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z]
Push either switch to change the operating channel.

i DEALER PROGRAMMABLE KEYS

[P0]/[P1]/[P2]/[P3]/[A]*/[B]*/[C]*/[D]*/[Ω]*/[–]
Can each be programmed for one of several functions by
your Icom dealer or system operator.

D Programmable key reference.

*10-keypad type only.

o KEYPAD

Used to enter DTMF codes, the operating channel, etc.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

1

[ – ]

[Ω]*
[P0] [A]*
[P1] [B]*
[P2] [C]*
[P3] [D]*

2

GETTING STARTED

3

BATTERY PACKS AND BATTER Y CASE

AC adapter, BC-124
(purchased separately)

MULTI-CHARGER

BC-121 + AD-81 (6 pcs.)

BC-119 + AD-81

Turn power
OFF.

Turn power
OFF.

CP-12L

(to 12–16 V DC power source)

OPC-254L

(to 12–16 V DC power source)

To
[CHARGE]

white
black

BC-110A/D/V

(to AC outlet)

2-1 Accessory attachment

DD

BATTERY PACK

Before attaching, or replacing the battery pack, the volume
control MUSTbe rotated fully counterclockwise, until a click is
heard, to turn the power OFF.

• TO ATTACH the battery pack to the transceiver, mate the
notched ends of the battery pack and the transceiver, and
push the battery pack until it clicks into place.

• TO REMOVE the battery pack from the transceiver, push
and hold the battery release downwards, then lift up the bat­tery pack.

DD

BELT CLIP

Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.

DD

ANTENNA

The antenna screws onto the trans­ceiver as illustrated as at right.

2-2 Turning POWER ON

Rotate the volume control to the 12 o’clock position.

• Apower-up alert tone sounds for about 2 sec. and an open­ing message may appear.

(Depend on pre-setting.)

• Then the LCD shows user information.

(depending on pre-setting).

NOTE: If the power-up alert tone does not sound or a
channel number does not appear on the display, turn the
transceiver OFF, check the battery, then turn the trans­ceiver back ON. If the power-up tone still does not sound
or a channel number does not appear, charge the battery
or replace it.

Attach the belt-clip

Release the belt-clip

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