ICOM IC-F50, IC-F60 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VHF TRANSCEIVER

iF50

UHF TRANSCEIVER

iF60

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

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

CAUTION

WARNING

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

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, Evaluating 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-98), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack
(BP-227), Alkaline Battery Case (BP-226) and Speaker-microphone
(HM-138).

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Population” in an uncontrolled environment.

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.

• 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 belt-clip which is listed
on page vi 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.

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.

FOREWORD

WORD DEFINITION

RWARNING

Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.

NOTE

If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.

CAUTION

Equipment damage may occur.

PRECAUTION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before

using the transceiver.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This instruction

manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F50

TRANSCEIVER

and IC-F60

UHF TRANSCEIVER

.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

OPERATING NOTES

• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical
position with its microphone 5 to 10 centimeters (2 to 4 inches)
away from your mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 centimeters
(1 inch) from your head and body.

• If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the
antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) from your body when
transmitting.

VHF

R WARNING! 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 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the
lips and the transceiver is vertical.

R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset

or other audio accessories at high volume levels.

CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the

BP-226 or BP-227. Such a connection will ruin the transceiver.

DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in

areas with temperatures below –30°C (–22°F) or above +60°C
(+140°F).

DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason.
MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are securely

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

The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver
performance and invalidate the warranty.

FCC caution:

Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved
by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver
under FCC regulations.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION …………………………………… i
FOREWORD ……………………………………………………………… iii
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ………………………………………………… iii
OPERATING NOTES …………………………………………………… iii
PRECAUTION …………………………………………………………… iv
TABLE OF CONTENTS ………………………………………………… v
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES …………………………………………… vi

1 ACCESSORIES ……………………………………………………… 1–2

‘ Accessory attachments……………………………………………… 1

2 PANEL DESCRIPTION …………………………………………… 3–11

‘ Front, top and side panels ………………………………………… 3
‘ Function display ……………………………………………………… 6
‘ Programmable function keys ……………………………………… 7

3 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ………………………………… 12–18

‘ Turning power ON ………………………………………………… 12
‘ Channel selection ………………………………………………… 12
‘ Call procedure ……………………………………………………… 13
‘ Receiving and transmitting ……………………………………… 14
‘ Scrambler function ………………………………………………… 17
‘ User set mode ……………………………………………………… 18

4 BIIS OPERATION ………………………………………………… 19–34

‘ Default setting ……………………………………………………… 19
‘ Receiving a call …………………………………………………… 20
‘ Transmitting a call ………………………………………………… 23
‘ Receiving a message ……………………………………………… 26
‘ Transmitting a status ……………………………………………… 29
‘ Transmitting an SDM ……………………………………………… 30
‘ Position data transmission ………………………………………… 31
‘ Printer connection ………………………………………………… 32
‘ PC connection ……………………………………………………… 32
‘ Digital ANI …………………………………………………………… 32
‘ Auto emergency transmission …………………………………… 33
‘ Stun function………………………………………………………… 33
‘ BIIS indication ……………………………………………………… 34
‘ Priority A channel selection ……………………………………… 34

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5 BATTERY CHARGING ………………………………………… 35–44

‘ Battery charging …………………………………………………… 35
‘ Caution ……………………………………………………………… 36
‘ Optional battery chargers ………………………………………… 37
‘ Optional battery case ……………………………………………… 43

6 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ……………………………………… 45–46

‘ Optional HM-138 description ……………………………………… 45
‘ Attachment ………………………………………………………… 46

7 OPTIONS ………………………………………………………… 47–48

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are supplied: Qty.

• Flexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

• Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

• Jack cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

• Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

• Function name stickers* (KEY-STICKER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

*There are no names on the programmable function keys since the

functions can be freely assigned to [P0] to [P3], [Red], [ ] and
[ ] keys.
Attach the supplied function name stickers above the appropriate
keys for easy recognition of that key’s assigned function.

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Battery pack

Battery release button

Supplied screws

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ACCESSORIES

■ Accessory attachments

D Flexible antenna

Connect the supplied flexible antenna
to the antenna connector.

CAUTION!

• NEVER HOLD by the antenna
when carrying the transceiver.

• Transmitting without an antenna
may damage the transceiver.

ï 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 battery 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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ACCESSORIES

ï Jack cover

Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone is not
used.

To attach the jack cover:

q Insert the jack cover into the

[SP MIC] connector.

w Tighten the screw.

To detach the jack cover:

e Unscrew the screw with a

phillips screwdriver.

r Detach the jack cover for the

speaker-microphone connec­tion.

D Belt clip

Attach the belt clip to the back of the transceiver with the supplied
screws.

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Microphone
Function display

(p. 6)

Speaker
(See the following

NOTE.)

PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front, top and side panels

PANEL DESCRIPTION

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q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]

Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level.

w RED BUTTON

The desired function can be assigned by your dealer.

e ANTENNA CONNECTOR

Connects the supplied antenna.

r SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC]

Connects the optional speaker-microphone. (p. 46)

NOTE: If the speaker netting (for dust proofing) becomes wet,
dry it with a hair drier (cool mode) etc. before operating the
transceiver. Otherwise the audio may be difficult to hear for
loss of the sound pressure.

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

The desired functions can be assigned independently by your
dealer.

y CH UP AND DOWN KEYS [ ]/[ ]

➥ During standby condition, push to select an operating channel.
➥ After pushing [TX Code CH Select], push to select a TX code

channel.

➥ After pushing [DTMF Autodial], push to select a DTMF channel.
➥ After pushing and holding [Scan A Start/Stop]/[Scan B

Start/Stop], push to select a scan group.

➥ After pushing [Digital], push to select a BIIS code, status num-

ber or SDM.

*Desired functions can be assigned independently by your dealer.

[SP MIC] jack cover

NOTE: KEEP the [SP MIC]
jack cover attached to the
transceiver when the speaker­microphone is not used.
(See p. 2 for details)

☞ Continue to the next page.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

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■ Front, top and side panels (Continued)

u TRANSMIT/BUSY INDICATOR

Lights red while transmitting; lights green while receiving a sig­nal, or when the squelch is open.

i PTT SWITCH [PTT]

➥ Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Function display

q OUTPUT POWER INDICATOR

Appears when Low 2 or Low 1 is selected.

w AUDIBLE INDICATOR

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

tion.

➥ Appears when the specified 2/5-tone/BIIS code is received.

e COMPANDER INDICATOR

Appears when the compander function is activated.

r KEY LOCK INDICATOR

Appears during the key lock function ON.

t SCRAMBLER INDICATOR

Appears when the voice scrambler function is activated.

y BELL INDICATOR

Appears/blinks when the specific 2/5-tone/BIIS code is received,
according to the programming.

u BATTERY INDICATOR

Appears or blinks when the battery power decreases to a speci­fied level.

i ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY

Displays the operating channel number, channel names, Set
mode contents, DTMF numbers, etc.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

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■ Programmable function keys

The following functions can be assigned to [P0], [P1], [P2], [P3],
[Red], []and []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 switch used to activate the function de­pends on programming.

CH UP AND DOWN KEYS

• Select an operating channel.

• Select a transmit code channel after pushing the [TX Code CH

Select] keys.

• Select a DTMF channel after pushing the [DTMF Autodial] key.

• Select a scan group after pushing and holding the [Scan A

Start/Stop]/[Scan B Start/Stop] keys.

• Select a BIIS code, status number or SDM after pushing the
[Digital] key.

BANK SELECT KEY

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

SCAN START/STOP KEYS

➥ Push this key to start scanning; and push again to stop.
➥ Push and hold this key to indicate the scan group, then select

the desired scan group using [CH Up]/[CH Down].

SCAN TAG KEY

Adds or deletes the selected channel to the scan group.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

PRIORITY CHANNEL KEYS

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

MR-CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS

Select an operating channel directly.

MONITOR KEY

➥ Mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-tone squelch mute.

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

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

nel independently: (PMR or BIIS 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 to un-mute the channel (sets to ‘Audible’ only).

• Push after the communication is finished to send a ‘reset code’.

NOTE: The un-mute condition (‘Audible’ condition) may auto-
matically return to the mute condition (‘Inaudible‘ condition)
after a specified period.

LOCK KEY

Push and hold to electronically lock all programmable keys except
the following:
[Call] (incl. Call A and Call B), [Moni(Audi)] and [Emergency] keys.

OUTPUT POWER SELECTION KEY

Select the transmit output power temporarily or permanently, de­pending on the pre-setting.

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

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

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C.TONE CHANNEL ENTER KEY

Select the continuous tone channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down] keys
to change the tone frequency/code setting after pushing this key for
permanent operation.

TALK AROUND KEY

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.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

EMERGENCY KEYS

➥ Push and hold to transmit an emergency call.
➥ When [Emergency Single (Silent)] or [Emergency Repeat

(Silent)] is pushed, an emergency call is transmitted without a
beep emission and LCD indication change.

• If you want to cancel the emergency call, push (or 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.

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WIDE/NARROW KEY

Push to toggle the IF bandwidth between wide and narrow.

• The wide passband width can be selected from 25.0 or 20.0 kHz using
the CS-F50
Ask your dealer for details.

CLONING SOFTWARE

. (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only)

DTMF AUTODIAL KEY

➥ Push to enter the DTMF channel selection mode. Then select

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

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

mit the DTMF code.

DTMF RE-DIAL KEY

Push to transmit the last-transmitted DTMF code.

CALL KEYS

Push to transmit a 2/5-tone/BIIS ID code.

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

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

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TX CODE ENTER KEY (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only)
Push to enter the direct ID code edit mode, for both 5-tone and
MSK. Then set the desired digit using [CH Up]/[CH Down]/
[TX Code CH Up]/[TX Code CH Down]. (p. 16)

TX CODE CHANNEL SELECT KEY

➥ Push to enter the direct ID code channel selection mode. Then

set the desired channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down]/[TX Code CH
Up]/[TX Code CH Down]. (p. 15)

➥ While in ID code channel selection mode, push for 1 sec. to enter

the ID code edit mode for 5-tone and MSK. Then set the desired
digit using [CH Up]/[CH Down]/[TX Code CH Up]/[TX Code CH
Down]. (p. 16)

TX CODE CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS

Push to select a TX code channel directly.

ID MEMORY READ KEY (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only)
➥ Recalls detected ID codes.

• Push this key, then push [CH Up]/[CH Down] for selection.

• Up to 5 ID’s are memorized.

➥ Push and hold to erase the selected memorized ID’s.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

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VOICE SCRAMBLER FUNCTION

Push to toggle the voice scrambler function ON and OFF.

COMPANDER KEY

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

➥ Push and hold to enter user set mode.

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

➥ Push and hold this key again to exit user set mode.

• User set mode is also available via the ‘Power ON function’. Please
refer to p. 18 also.

DIGITAL KEY (BIIS operation only)
➥ Push to select the call ID list, transmit message and standby

condition. Toggles between queue channel and received mes­sage record indication after queue channel is selected.

➥ Push and hold to select queue channel indication.

STATUS UP/DOWN KEYS (BIIS operation only)
➥ While in the standby condition, push to display the transmit sta-

tus indication and select a status number.

➥ When a received SDM is displayed, push to cancel the automatic

scroll and scroll the message manually.

➥ When an SDM that contains more than 8 characters is displayed,

push to scroll the message manually.

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

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■ Turning power ON

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

digit codes as directed by your dealer.

• The keys in the table below can be used for password input:

• The transceiver detects numbers in the same block as identical.
Therefore “01234” and “56789” are the same.

KEY

NUMBER

e When the “PASSWORD” indication does not clear after inputting

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

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1

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8

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■ Channel selection

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

NON-BANK TYPE:

Push [ ]/[ ] to select the desired operating channel, in se­quence; or, push one of the [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4] keys to select
a channel directly.

BANK-TYPE:

Push [Bank], then push [ ] or [ ] to select the desired bank.

AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:

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

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

Selective calling

Non-selective calling

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

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■ Call procedure

When your system employs tone signalling (excluding CTCSS and
DTCS), the 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 pgs. 15, 16 for selection.

w Push the call switch (assigned to one of the dealer programma-

ble switches: [P0], [P1], [P2], [P3], [Red], [ ] and []).

e After transmitting a 2/5-tone code, the remainder of your com-

munication can be carried out in the normal fashion.

■ Receiving and transmitting

NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans-

ceiver. See p. 1 for antenna attachment.

Receiving:

q Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON.
w Push [ ] or [ ] to select a channel.
e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a comfort-

able listening level.

Transmitting:

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

normal voice level.

• When a tone signalling system is used, the call procedure de­scribed at left may be necessary.

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

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

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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; “”
does not appear).

- Channel is busy.

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

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

• Time-out timer

After continuous transmission for the pre-programmed time period, 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.

D TX code channel selection

If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it, 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, the [ ]/[ ] key selects
the TX code channel.

TO SELECT A TX CHANNEL:

q Push [TX Code CH Select]— a TX code channel appears.
w Push [ ]/[ ] to select the desired TX code channel.
e Push [Call] (or [PTT] during MSK operation) to transmit the se-

lected TX code.

r Push [TX Code CH Select] again to return to the operating chan-

nel number indication.

FOR TX CODE CHANNEL TYPE:

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.

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

D TX code number edit (PMR or BIIS 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.

TO EDIT A TX CODE VIA [TX CODE CH SELECT] KEY:

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

tion mode.

• Select the desired channel using [ ]/[ ] if necessary.

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

mode.

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

edited.

r Set the desired digit using [ ]/[ ]/[TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down].

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

move to the right automatically.

y Repeat r and t to input all allowable digits.
u Push [Call] or [PTT] to transmit the selected TX code.

TO EDIT A TX CODE VIA [TX CODE ENTER] KEY:

q Select the desired TX code channel via [TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down].

w Push [TX Code Enter] to enter the TX code edit mode.
e Push [TX Code Enter] to select the desired digit to be edited.
r Set the desired digit using [ ]/[ ]/[TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down].

t Push [TX Code Enter] to set the digit. The editable digit will move

to the right automatically.

y Repeat r and t to input all allowable digits.
u Push [Call] or [PTT] to transmit the selected TX code.

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

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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 appears.
w Push [ ]/[ ] to select the desired DTMF channel.
e Push [DTMF Autodial] to transmit the DTMF code in the selected

DTMF channel.

■ Scrambler function

The voice scrambler function provides private communication be­tween stations. The frequency inversion type is equipped to all ver­sions, and some versions have the Rolling or Non-rolling type
installed.

q Push [Scrambler] to turn the scrambler function ON.
w “” appears.
e Push [Scrambler] again to turn the scrambler function OFF.

CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

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■ User set mode

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

Entering the user set mode:

q While pushing and holding [ ] and [ ], rotate [VOL] to enter

the user set mode at power ON.

w Push and hold [P0] to enter user set mode. Push [P0] momen-

tarily to select the item.

Then push [ ] and [ ] to set the desired level/condition.

Available set mode functions:

• Backlight : ON, Auto or OFF

• Beep : ON or OFF

• SQL Level : 0 to 255

• AF Min level : ON or OFF

• Mic Gain : 1 to 5

• Battery Voltage : ON or OFF

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

User set mode is also available using a programmable key. Please
refer to p. 11 [User Set Mode] section.

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Appears or blinksAppears

BIIS OPERATION

■ Default setting

■ Receiving a call

BIIS OPERATION

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The following functions are assigned to each programmable switch
as the default. Ask your dealer for details.

[P0]; Call : Push to transmit a 5-tone/BIIS call when the

selected channel is a 5-tone or MSK channel,
respectively.

[P1]; Digital : Push to select the call list ID/transmit mes-

sage, or to display the receive message
record for selection.

[P3]; Moni(Audi) : Push this key after the communication to

send a “clear down” signal during MSK chan­nel operation.

[ ]/[ ]; CH Down/Up

: While in the standby condition, selects the

operating channel.
After pushing [Digital] or [TX Code CH Se­lect], selects call list or TX code channel, re­spectively.

[P2]/[Red]; Null : No function is assigned.

DD

Individual call

q When an individual call is received;

• Beeps sound.

•“ ” appears and the mute is released.

• The programmed text message (e.g.“”) and the calling

station ID (or text) is displayed alternately, depending on the set­ting.

•“ ” appears or blinks depending on the setting.

w Push and hold [PTT], then speak into the microphone at a nor-

mal voice level.

• Transmit/Busy indicator lights red.

e Release [PTT] to return to receive.

• Transmit/Busy indicator lights green while receiving a signal.

r To finish the conversation, push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the

“Clear down” signal.

• Either station can send a clear down signal.

•“ ” is displayed for 2 sec. (approx.).

•“ ” disappears and the transceiver returns to the standby condi-

tion.

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BIIS OPERATION

Appears or blinksAppears

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DD

Group call

q When a group call is received;

• Beeps sound.

•“ ” appears and the mute is released.

• The programmed text message (e.g.“”) and the calling sta-

tion ID (or text) is displayed alternately, depending on the setting.

•“ ” appears or blinks depending on the setting.

w Push and hold [PTT], then speak into the microphone at a nor-

mal voice level.

NOTE: Only one station is permitted to speak.

• Transmit/Busy indicator lights red.

e Release [PTT] to return to receive.

• Transmit/Busy indicator lights green while receiving a signal.

r To finish the conversation, push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the

“Clear down” signal.

• Either station can send a clear down signal.

•“ ” is displayed for 2 sec. (approx.)

•“ ” disappears and the transceiver returns to the standby condi-

tion.

BIIS OPERATION

DD

Displaying the received call record
— Queue indication

The transceiver memorizes the calling station IDs for record. Up to
3 calls can be memorized, and the oldest call record is erased
when a 4th call is received. However, once the transceiver is pow­ered OFF, the all records are cleared.

q Push [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec.

• Displays following indication.

When a record is available

When no record is available

w Push [ ]/[ ] to select the desired call.
e Push [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec. again to return to the standby con-

dition.

• When no operation is performed for 30 sec., the transceiver returns
to the standby condition automatically.

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BIIS OPERATION

4

■ Transmitting a call

BIIS OPERATION

4

Total of a 3 ways for code selection are available—selecting the call
code from memory, entering the call code from the keypad and call­ing back from the queue channel record.

DD

Using call memory

q While in the standby condition, push [P1] (Digital) to enter the

call code memory channel selection mode.

Call code text is displayed.

w Push [ ]/[ ] to select the desired call code.
e Push [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to call.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

NOTE: When no answer back is received, the transceiver re­peats the call 3 times (default) automatically, and
displayed during each call. However, an error beep sounds

“”is displayed when no answer back is received

and
after the calls.

r Push [PTT] to transmit; release to receive.
t Push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the “Clear down” signal.

“”is

DD

Calling back from the queue channel

q While in the standby condition, push [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec. to

enter queue memory channel selection mode.

w Push [ ]/[ ] to select the desired record.

e Push [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to call.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

NOTE: When no answer back is received, the transceiver re­peats the call 3 times (default) automatically, and
displayed during each call. However, an error beep sounds

“”is displayed when no answer back is received

and
after the calls.

r Push [PTT] to transmit; release to receive.
t Push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the “Clear down” signal.

“”is

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BIIS OPERATION

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DD

Direct code entry

q While in the standby condition, push [TX Code Enter] to enter

the TX code edit mode.

• Editable code digit blinks.

w Push [TX Code Enter] to select the desired digit to be edited.

• Editable digit differs according to the setting.

e Set the desired digit using [ ]/[ ]/[TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down].

r Push [TX Code Enter] to set the digit. The editable digit will move

to the right automatically.

t Repeat e and r to input all allowable digits.
y Push [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to call.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

NOTE: When no answer back is received, the transceiver re­peats the call 3 times (default) automatically, and
displayed during each call. However, an error beep sounds

“”is displayed when no answer back is received

and
after the calls.

u Push [PTT] to transmit; release to receive.
i Push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the “Clear down” signal.

“”is

BIIS OPERATION

■ Receiving a message

DD

Receiving a status message

q When a status message is received;

• Beeps sound.

• The calling station ID (or text) and the status message is displayed

alternately, depending on the setting.

w Push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to return to the standby condition.

NOTE: Only the calling station ID (or text) is displayed (no
message is displayed alternately) when the scroll timer is set
to “OFF”. In this case, push [Status Up]/[Status Down] to dis­play the status message manually.

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For your information

When the “UpDate” setting for the call code is enabled, the set code
is overwritten into the call code memory.

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BIIS OPERATION

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DD

Receiving an SDM

q When an SDM is received;

• Beeps sound.

• The calling station ID (or text) and the SDM is displayed alternately,

depending on the setting.

w When the received SDM includes more than 8 characters, the

message scrolls automatically, when the automatic scroll func­tion is activated.

• Push [Status Up]/[Status Down] to scroll the message manually.

e Push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to return to the standby condition.

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BIIS OPERATION

DD

Received message selection

The transceiver memorizes the received messages for record. Up
to 6 messages for status and SDM, or 95 character SDM’s can be
memorized. The oldest message is erased when the 7th message
is received. However, once the transceiver is powered OFF, all
messages are cleared.

q Push [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec.

• Displays queue memory.

w Push [P1] (Digital) momentarily.

• Displays message memory.

When a message is available

When no message is available

e Push [ ]/[ ] to select the desired message.

• When selecting the SDM that includes more than 8 characters, the
message scrolls automatically, when the automatic scroll function is
activated.

• Push [Status Up]/[Status Down] to scroll the message manually.

r Push [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec. again to return to the standby con-

dition.

• When no operation is performed for 30 sec., the transceiver returns
to the standby condition automatically.

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BIIS OPERATION

Status message is displayed.

SDM is displayed.

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BIIS OPERATION

4

■ Transmitting a status

DD

General

The status message can be selected with the programmed text,
and the message text is also displayed on the function display of
the called station.
Up to 24 status types (1 to 24) are available, and the status mes­sages 22 and 24 have designated meanings.

Status 22: Emergency*
Status 24: GPS request

*The status 22 can also be used as a normal status message by dis-

abling the designated meaning. However, the status 24 is fixed.

The status call can be sent with both individual and group calls.

DD

Transmitting a status

q While in the standby condition, push [P1] (Digital), then push

[ ]/[ ] to select the desired station/group code.

w Push [P1] (Digital) again, then push [ ]/[ ] to select the de-

sired status message.

Or, you can select the desired status message using [Status
Up]/[Status Down] key directly.

■ Transmitting an SDM

DD

General

The short data message, SDM, can be sent to an individual station
or group stations. Also, 8 SDM memory channels are available and
the messages can be edited via PC programming.

DD

Transmitting an SDM

q While in the standby condition, push [P1] (Digital), then push

[ ]/[ ] to select the desired station/group code.

w Push [P1] (Digital) again, then push [ ]/[ ] to select the de-

sired SDM.

Or, you can select the desired SDM using [Status Up]/[Status
Down] key directly.

e Push [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to transmit the SDM to the selected

station/group.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

• 2 beeps will sound and the transceiver returns to the standby con­dition automatically when the transmission is successful.

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e Push [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to transmit the status message to the

selected station/group.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

• 2 beeps will sound and the transceiver returns to the standby con­dition automatically when the transmission is successful.

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BIIS OPERATION

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BIIS OPERATION

4

■ Position data transmission

When the optional OPC-966
is connected to the transceiver, the position (longitude and latitude)
data can be transmitted automatically.
Ask your dealer or system operator for connection details.

The position data is transmitted when;

• Status 24 message is received

*When the status 24 message, GPS request, is received.

• Fully automatic
When automatic position transmission is enabled, send the po­sition data according to ‘Time Marker’ and ‘Interval Timer’ set­tings.

• PTT is released
When ‘Send with Logoff’ is enabled.

- Set the “Log-In/Off” item as “L-OFF”.

• After sending a status message
When ‘Send with Status’ is enabled.

• After sending an SDM
When ‘Send with SDM’ is enabled.

• After sending status 22 (Emergency)
When ‘Send with Emergency’ is enabled.

INTERFACE CABLE

and a GPS receiver

■ Printer connection

When the optional OPC-966
transceiver, a printer can be connected to print out the received
SDM content and the ID of the station who sent the message.
Ask your dealer or system operator for connection details.

INTERFACE CABLE

is connected to the

■ PC connection

When the optional OPC-966
transceiver, a PC can be connected to provide remote control, data
reception, etc.
Ask your dealer or system operator for connection details.

INTERFACE CABLE

is connected to the

■ Digital ANI

The own ID can be transmitted each time the PTT is pushed (log-in)
or released (log-off) during individual or group call communications.
By receiving the ANI, the communication log can be recorded when
using a PC dispatch application.

In addition, when using the ANI with log-in, the PTT side tone func­tion can be used to inform you that the ID is sent and voice com­munication can be performed.

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BIIS OPERATION

4

BIIS OPERATION

4

■ Auto emergency transmission

When [Emergency Single (Silent)] or [Emergency Repeat (Silent)] is
pushed, an emergency signal is automatically transmitted for the
specified time period.

The status 22 (Emergency) is sent to the selected ID station, and
the position data is transmitted after the emergency signal when a
GPS receiver is connected to the transceiver.

The emergency transmission is performed on the emergency chan­nel, however, when no emergency channel is specified, the signal is
transmitted on the previously selected channel.

There is no change in the function display or beep emission during
automatic emergency transmission.

■ Stun function

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

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

■ BIIS indication

The following indications are available for the BIIS operation on an
MSK channel.

: Individual/group call is successful.

: Message (status or SDM) transmission is successful.

: No answer back is received.

: Appears during retry of the call (2nd call).

: End the communication.

: Operating channel is in the busy condition.

■ Priority A channel selection

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

Priority A is selected when;

• Clear down signal is received/transmitted

- Set the “Move to PrioA CH” item as “Clear Down”.

• Turning the power ON
The Priority A channel is selected each time the transceiver
power is turned ON.

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

- Enable the “Send Status on PrioA CH” item in the MSK con-

figuration.

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BATTERY CHARGING

■ Battery charging

■ Caution

BATTERY CHARGING

5

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)

- The Li-Ion battery functions within –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to

+140°F)

• Use the specified chargers (BC-152, BC-119N and BC-121N).

NEVER use another manufacturer’s charger.

• Use the optional AC adapter (BC-147A/E) for the BC-152.

• NEVER use another manufacturer’s AC adapter.

Recommendation:

Charge the supplied battery pack for a maximum of up to
10 hours. Li-Ion batteries are different from Ni-Cd batteries in that
it is not necessary to completely charge and discharge them to
prolong the battery life. Therefore, charging the battery in inter­vals, and not for extended periods is recommended.

CAUTION! NEVER insert battery pack/transceiver (with the bat-

tery pack attached) with wet or soiled into the charger. This may re­sult in corrosion of the charger terminals or damage to the charger.
The charger is not waterproof and water can easily get into it.

NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may

cause an explosion.

NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack be-

comes wet, be sure to wipe it dry immediately (particularly the bat­tery terminals) BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. Otherwise,
the terminals will become corroded, or cause connection failure,
etc.

NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may

flow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace, etc. Therefore,
be careful when carrying with, or placing near metal objects, carry­ing in handbags, etc.

AVOID leaving the battery pack in a fully charged, or completely

discharged condition for long time. It causes shorter battery life. In
case of leaving the battery pack unused for a long time, it must be
kept safely after discharge, or use the battery until the battery indi­cator starts blinking, then remove it from the transceiver.

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.

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BATTERY CHARGING

Charge indica­tor lights green
when BP-227
(with/without
IC-F50/F60) is
inserted.

AC adapter

BC-152

BP-227

IC-F50/F60

Supplied screws

Ensure sides of the
battery pack are cor­rectly aligned with
the charger groves.

Eyelet

USE a rubber band to
secure the transceiv­er while charging, if
desired.

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■ Optional battery chargers

BATTERY CHARGING

5

ï Regular charging with the BC-152

q Attach the BC-152 to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired.
w Connect the AC adapter (BC-147A/E*) as shown below.

*Depending on version.

e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the

charger.

• The charge indicator lights green.

r Charge the battery pack approx. 9–10 hours, depending on the

remaining power condition.

D For your convenience

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BATTERY CHARGING

Desktop charger adapter

Connectors

Plugs

Screws supplied with
the charger adapter

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ï AD-100 installation

q Install the AD-100 desktop charger adapter into the holder space

of the BC-119N/121N.

BATTERY CHARGING

w Connect the plugs of the BC-119N/121N to the AD-100 with the

connector, then install the adapter into the charger with the sup­plied screws.

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BATTERY CHARGING

AC adapter
(Not supplied with
some versions.)

AD-100 charger
adapter is instal­led in BC-119N.

BP-227

IC-F50/F60

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.

MULTI-CHARGER

AD-100 charger
adapters are installed
in each slot.

BP-227

IC-F50/F60

AC adapter
(Purchase

separately.)

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

13.8 V/at least 7 A)

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D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-100

The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of optional Li-Ion
battery packs.
The following are additionally required:

• One AD-100

• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending on ver-

sion) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).

(purchase separately).

BATTERY CHARGING

D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-100

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

• Six AD-100.

• An AC adapter (BC-124) or the DC power cable (OPC-656)

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BATTERY CHARGING

q

w

e

BP-226

Latch

Fig.1

Fig.2

Ribbon

Fig.3

Gasket

Ribbon

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■ Optional battery case

When using the optional battery case attached to the transceiver,
install 5 × AA (R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated at right. The

BP-226 meets JIS waterproof specification grade 4.

q Hook your finger under the latch, and open the cover in the direc-

tion of the arrow (q). (Fig.1)

w Then, install 5 × AA (R6) 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 Close the cover by fitting in the direction of the arrow (w) first,

then check the latch is in place (e). (Fig.1)

• Be sure the gasket and the ribbon are set correctly, and do not pro­trude from the battery case. (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 battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean battery
terminals once a week.

BATTERY CHARGING

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6

Alligator type clip

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

PTT switch

Transmits while pushed
Receives while released

Microphone

Speaker

CAUTION: Attach the

speaker-microphone s
connector securely to pre­vent accidental dropping,
or water intrusion in the
connector.

SPEAKER-MICROPHONE

■ Optional HM-138 description

SPEAKER-MICROPHONE

■ Attachment

Attach the connector of the speaker-microphone into the [SP MIC]
connector on the transceiver and tighten the screw.

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6

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.

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IMPORTANT: KEEP the [SP MIC] jack cover attached (trans­ceiver) when the speaker-microphone is not in use. 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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• BP-226

OPTIONS

BATTERY CASE

Battery case for 5 × AA (R6) alkaline cells.

• BP-227

Li-IonBATTERY PACK

7.2 V/1700 mAh Li-Ion battery pack. The same as supplied with
the transceiver. BP-227 must be charged with the optional BC-152
or the BC-119N/121N.

• BC-121N
+ BC-124

MULTI-CHARGER

AC ADAPTER

+ AD-100

OPTIONS

CHARGER ADAPTER

(6 pcs.)

For rapid charging of up to 6
battery packs (six AD-100’s are
required) simultaneously. An
AC adapter should be pur­chased separately. Charging
time: approx. 2 to 2.5 hours.

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BP-226 BP-227

• BC-152

• BC-119N

+ BC-145

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DESKTOP CHARGER

DESKTOP CHARGER

AC ADAPTER

+ BC-147A/E

AC ADAPTER

Used for regular charging of the battery
pack. The AC adapter, BC-147A/E,
must be purchased separately.
Charging time: approx. 9–10 hours

+ AD-100

CHARGER ADAPTER

For rapid charging of battery packs. An
AC adapter is not supplied with some
versions.
Charging time: approx. 2 to 2.5 hours

• HM-138

SPEAKER-MICROPHONE

Full-sized waterproof (JIS
grade 7; 1m/30 min.) speaker­microphone including alligator
type clip to attach to your shirt
or collar, etc.

• OPC-966

INTERFACE CABLE

Provides advanced operation, such as printer, GPS connection for
position data transmission capabilities during BIIS operation.

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Printed in Japan
© 2003 Icom Inc.

1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan

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