Icom IC-M32 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
iM32
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 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, 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 (MB­68/74/74N/87), Rechargeable Ni-Cd Battery Pack (BP-224) and Alkaline Battery Case (BP-223).
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-clips which are listed on page 32 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.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
RECOMMENDATION
If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16.
USING CHANNEL 16
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE
1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.”
2. “THIS IS ...........................” (name of vessel)
3. Your call sign or other indication of the ves­sel.
4. “LOCATED AT .....................” (your position)
5. The nature of the distress and assistance re­quired.
6. Any other information which might facilitate the rescue.
CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before opera-
tion. Otherwise, the transceiver’s keys, switches and con­trollers may become inoperable due to salt crystallization.
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FOREWORD
WORD
DEFINITION
RWARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
Equipment damage may occur.
FEATURES
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M32 VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation.
IMPORTANT
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This in-
struction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M32.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
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Waterproof construction
Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environ­ment, the IC-M32 meets JIS waterproof specification grade 7 while using BP-223 (option) or BP-224.
Dualwatch and tri-watch functions
Convenient functions which allow you to monitor the dis­tress channel (Ch 16) while receiving a channel of your choice—dual watch; or monitor the distress channel and another channel while receiving a channel of your choice—tri-watch.
Large, easy-to-read LCD
With dimensions of 16(H) × 32(W) mm;
the IC-M32’s function display is easy to read and shows op­erating conditions at a glance. Backlighting and contrast can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
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8(H) × 11⁄4(W) inch,
Simple operation
9 large buttons on the front panel provide user-friendly op­eration. The independent volume and channel buttons are located on the front panel for convenient one-hand opera­tion.
PRECAUTION
RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an
AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock.
RWARNING! 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.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other
than the BP-223 or BP-224. Such a connection will ruin the transceiver.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +60°C (+140°F).
KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of children. KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meters (3.0 ft) away from
your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.
BE CAREFUL! The transceiver’s right-side panel will
become hot when operating continuously for long periods.
BE CAREFUL! The IC-M32 employs waterproof con-
struction, which corresponds to JIS waterproof specification, Grade 7 (1 m; 3 ft depth for 30 min.). However, once the transceiver has been dropped, waterproofing cannot be guar­anteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, etc.
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.
For U.S.A. only
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not
expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.
Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor­porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ................................... i
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............................................... ii
RECOMMENDATION .......................................................... ii
FOREWORD ...................................................................... iii
IMPORTANT ....................................................................... iii
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .................................................... iii
FEATURES ......................................................................... iii
PRECAUTION .................................................................... iv
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................... v
1 OPERATING RULES ...................................................... 1
2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS.... 2–3
Supplied accessories ................................................... 2
Attachments ................................................................. 2
3 PANEL DESCRIPTION ............................................... 4–7
Front, top and side panels ............................................ 4
Function display .......................................................... 6
4 BASIC OPERATION ................................................. 8–13
Channel selection ........................................................ 8
Adjusting the volume level ......................................... 10
Adjusting the squelch level ........................................ 10
Receiving and transmitting ........................................ 11
Call channel programming ........................................ 12
Lock function ............................................................. 13
Automatic backlighting .............................................. 13
Monitor function ......................................................... 13
5 SCAN OPERATION ................................................ 14–15
Scan types ................................................................. 14
Setting tag channels .................................................. 15
Starting a scan .......................................................... 15
6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH .......................................... 16
Description ................................................................ 16
Operation ................................................................... 16
7 SET MODE ............................................................. 17–22
SET mode programming ........................................... 17
SET mode items ........................................................ 18
8 BATTERY CHARGING ........................................... 23–26
Battery charging ........................................................ 23
Battery caution .......................................................... 23
Optional battery case ................................................ 24
Optional battery chargers .......................................... 25
9 SWIVEL BELT CLIP ............................................... 27–28
MB-87 contents ......................................................... 27
To attach .................................................................... 27
To detach ................................................................... 28
10 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 29
11 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST .................................... 30
12 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 31
13 OPTIONS...................................................................... 32
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OPERATING RULES
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D Priorities
• Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others.
• You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel.
• False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law.
D Privacy
• Information overheard but not intended for you cannot law­fully be used in any way.
• Indecent or profane language is prohibited.
D Radio licenses
(1) SHIP STATION LICENSE
When your craft is equipped with a VHF FM transceiver, you must have a current radio station license before using the transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not licensed.
Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license. This license in­cludes the call sign which is your craft’s identification for radio purposes.
(2) OPERATORS LICENSE
A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio is not required for safety purposes.
The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be posted near the transceiver or be kept with the operator. Only a licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver.
However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a transceiver if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call and makes the necessary log entries.
A current copy of the applicable government rules and regu­lations is only required to be on hand for vessels in which a radio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are not required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regulations.
NOTE: Even though the IC-M32 is capable of operation on VHF marine channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83, according to FCC regulations these simplex channels can­not be lawfully used by the general public in USA waters.
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2
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
Supplied accessories
The following accessories are supplied: Qty.
• Flexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Belt clip (MB-68) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Ni-Cd battery pack (BP-224) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Battery charger (BC-150) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Screws for the BC-150 (M3.5 × 20) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
• AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
* Depending on version
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 an- tenna may damage the trans­ceiver.
D Handstrap
Pass the handstrap through the loop on the side of the transceiver as illustrated at right. Facilitates carrying.
D Belt clip
Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.
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ï Battery pack
OPEN
LO
C
K
Screw position when removing battery
OPEN
L
O
C
K
Screw position when attaching battery
Make sure both the rubber seal (purple) is set to the groove correctly and dust or else does not adhere to it.
Battery pack
Battery pack
Rubber seal
Groove
Correct position
Incorrect position
NOTE:
When attaching a battery pack, make sure dust or else does not adhere to the rubber seal. If dust or else is on the seal when attaching a battery pack, the water resistant may be reduced.
To remove the battery pack:
Turn the screw counterclockwise, then pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, use a coin or at-blade screwdriver to loosen or tighten the bot­tom screw.
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2
To attach the battery pack:
Insert the battery pack in the IC-M32 completely, then turn the screw clockwise.
NEVER remove or insert 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.
CAUTION!:
When attaching or removing a battery pack, make sure the rubber seal is set in the groove of the battery pack cor­rectly. If the seal is not neatly in the groove it may be dam­aged when attaching the battery pack. If the seal is damaged, waterproong is not guaranteed.
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!0
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Microphone
Function display (p. 6)
Speaker
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
Front, top and side panels
q POWER SWITCH [PWR]
Push and hold to turn power ON and OFF.
w ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 2)
Connects the supplied antenna.
e SCAN/DUAL KEY [SCN
Starts and stops normal or priority scan. (p. 15)
Enters watch mode when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 16)
Exits watch mode when pushed during watch operation.
(p. 16)
r TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY [H/L
Selects high or low power when pushed. (p. 11)
Toggles the lock function ON/OFF when pushed for 1
sec. (p. 13)
t VOLUME UP/DOWN KEYS [+]/[]
Adjusts the volume level. (p. 10)
After pushing [SQL•
level. (p. 10)
y SQUELCH KEY [SQL
Push this key, then adjust the squelch level with [+]/[]. (p. 10)
Manually opens the squelch for monitoring the channel while pushed and held. (p. 13)
While pushing this key, turn power ON to enter the set
mode. (p. 17)
DUAL]
LOCK]
[VOL]
MONI], push to adjust the squelch
MONI]
PANEL DESCRIPTION
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u CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [YY]/[ZZ][TAG]
Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 8, 9)
Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 17)
Checks tag channels or changes scanning direction dur-
ing scan. (p. 15)
Sets or clears the displayed channel as a tag (scanned) channel when pushed both keys for 1 sec. (p. 15)
While turning power ON, clears all tag channels in the se­lected channel group when both keys are pushed. (p. 15)
i CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL KEY [CH/WX
Toggles the regular channels and weather channel when pushed. (p. 9)
Selects one of 3 (or 2*) regular channel groups in se­quence when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 9)
- U.S.A., International and Canadian* channels are available. *Canadian channels are available for the USA version only.
Push to return to the channel selection before selecting the channel 16 or the call channel with [169].
U/I/C]
o CHANNEL 16 KEY [16•9]
Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 8)
Selects the call channel when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 8)
- Channel 9 is factory default.
Enters call channel programming condition when the call channel is selected and this key is pushed for 3 sec. (p. 12)
Exits set mode when pushed during set mode operation. (p. 17)
!0 PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
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3 PANEL DESCRIPTION
Indication
Full Middle
Charging
required
No battery
Battery level
blinks when the battery is exhaustion.
blinks when the battery over charged.
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ryt
w
!5 !3!4
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!2
!1
!0
!8
!6
!7
Function display
q TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 11)
Appears while transmitting.
w BUSY INDICATOR
Appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. (p. 11)
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“” blinks while monitoring. (p. 13)
e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 15)
Appears when a tag channel is selected.
r CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 8)
Appears when the call channel is selected.
t LOCK INDICATOR (p. 13)
Appears while the lock function is activated.
y BATTERY INDICATOR
Indicates remaining battery power.
u SCAN INDICATOR (p. 15)
Blinks while scanning.
i DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATORS (p. 16)
DUAL appears during dualwatch; TRI appears during tri-watch.
o DUPLEX INDICATOR
Appears when a duplex channel is selected.
!0 SUB CHANNEL READOUT
Indicates Channel 16 during priority scan, dualwatch or tri-watch. (p. 16)
Indicates the SET mode item while in SET mode. (p. 17)
Indicates the squelch level while squelch setting. (p. 10)
Indicates the volume level while volume setting. (p. 10)
PANEL DESCRIPTION
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!1 SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR
Shows the squelch level.
!2 VOLUME LEVEL INDICATOR
Shows the volume level.
!3 VOLUME LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR
Blinks while adjusting the volume level.
!4 SQUELCH LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR
Blinks while adjusting the squelch level.
!5 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT
Indicates the selected operating channel number.
In SET mode, indicates the selected condition.
!6 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR (p. 9)
U” appears when U.S.A.; I” appears when Interna-
tional; C appears when Canadian channel group is se­lected.
!7 WEATHER CHANNEL/WEATHER ALERT INDICATORS
(p. 9)
WX appears when the weather channel group is se­lected.
ALT appears while the weather alert function is acti­vated; blinks when the alert tone is received.
!8 LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 11)
• “LOW appears when low power is selected.
• “LOW blinks when switching forced low power mode be-
cause of a high temperature error or low voltage.
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9
Push for 1 sec.
9
Push
BASIC OPERATION
Channel selection
IMPORTANT!: Prior to using the transceiver for the first
time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power OFF while charging.
D Channel 16
Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communica­tions. Channel 16 is automatically monitored during both du­alwatch and tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16.
q Push [16 w Push [CH/WX
lecting Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating channel.
9] to select Channel 16.
U/I/C] to return to the condition before se-
D Channel 9 (Call channel)
Channel 9 is the leisure-use call channel. Each regular chan­nel group has separate call channels. In addition, the call channel is monitored during tri-watch. The call channels can be re-programmed (p. 12) and are used to store your most often used channels in each channel group for quick recall.
q Push [16
lected channel group.
•“CALL” and the call channel number appear.
Each channel group may have its own call channel after pro-
gramming a call channel. See the Call channel programming on p. 12 for details.
w Push [CH/WX•U/I/C] to return to the condition before se-
lecting Channel 9 (call channel), or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating channel.
9] for 1 sec. to select the call channel in the se-
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BASIC OPERATION
U/I/C
Push
U/I/CU/I/C
U/I/C
Push for 1 sec.
U.S.A. channels
International channels Canadian channels
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D U.S.A., International and Canadian channels
There are 57 U.S.A., 57 International, and 61 Canadian chan­nels. These channel groups may be specied for the operat­ing area.
q Push [CH/WX
If a weather channel appears, push [CH/WXU/I/C] again.
w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel.
•“DUP” appears for duplex channels.
e To change the channel group, push [CH/WX
1 sec.
U.S.A., International and Canadian channels can be selected in sequence.
U/I/C] to select a regular channel.
U/I/C] for
D Weather channels
There are 10 weather channels. They are used for monitoring weather channels from the NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts (reception of weather channels possible in USA only).
q Push [CH/WX w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a weather channel. e Push [CH/WX
lecting the weather channel group.
CONVENIENT!
The IC-M32 can detect a weather alert tone on the selected weather channel while in another channel (when the power save function is turned ON) or during scanning. See the SET mode items on p. 18 for details.
U/I/C] to select the weather channel group.
U/I/C] to return to the condition before se-
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4 BASIC OPERATION
Blinks during squelch level adjustment.
Indicates the squelch level.
Blinks during volume level adjustment.
Indicates the volume level.
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Adjusting the volume level
The volume level can be adjusted with [+]/[–].
Push [+]/[] to adjust the volume level.
•“VOL” indicator starts blinking.
There are 32 volume levels to choose.
When no key is pushed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to nor-
mal condition.
Adjusting the squelch level
The IC-M32 has a squelch level adjustment, even though there is no control knob for it. In order to receive signals properly, as well as for the scan to function effectively, the squelch must be adjusted to the proper level. q Push [SQL
- SQL indicator starts blinking.
- There are 11 squelch levels to choose from: OP is completely open; 10 is tight squelch; 1 is loose squelch level.
- When no key is pushed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to nor­mal condition.
w Push [SQL•MONI] again to return to normal condition.
CONVENIENT!
The squelch level adjustment key can be selected from [Y]/[Z] and [+]/[–] with following operation.
While pushing both [SQL
to set [Y]/[Z] to the squelch level adjustment key.
While pushing both [SQL to set [+]/[–] to the squelch level adjustment key.
MONI], then adjust the squelch level with [+]/[–].
MONI] and [Y], turn the power ON
MONI] and [+], turn the power ON
Receiving and transmitting
q Power ON
e Set channel
t Push to
transmit y Release to
receive
r Set output power
w Set volume w Set the
squelch level
w Set the squelch
level
Microphone
BASIC OPERATION
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CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may
damage the transceiver.
q Push and hold [PWR] to turn power ON. w Set the volume and squelch levels.
Push [SQLPush [SQL
Push [SQL
e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel.
- When receiving a signal, “” appears and audio is emitted
- Further adjustment of the volume may be necessary at this point.
r Push [H/L•LOCK
- LOW appears when low power is selected; no indication when
- Choose low power to conserve battery power, choose high
- Some channels are for low power only.
t Push and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the
microphone.
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- Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission.
y Release [PTT] to receive.
MONI], and push [–] to open the squelch. MONI] to stop SQL indicator blinking, then
push [+]/[–] to set the volume level.
MONI], and push [+]/[–] to set the squelch
level.
from the speaker.
] to select the output power if necessary.
high power is selected.
power for longer distance communications.
“”appears.
IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your trans­mitted signal, pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.
NOTE: The transceiver has a power save function to con­serve the battery power. The power save function activates automatically when no signal is received for 5 sec.
For U.S.A version: To prevent accidental prolonged trans­mission, etc., the IC-M32 has a time-out timer function. This timer cuts a transmission OFF after 5 min. of continu­ous transmission.
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4 BASIC OPERATION
Call channel programming
The call channel key is used to select Channel 9 by default, however, you can program your most often-used channel in each channel group for quick recall.
q Push [CH/WX
several times to select the desired channel group (USA, INT, CAN) to be programmed.
w Push [16
call channel.
•“CALL and call channel number ap- pear.
e Push [16•9] again for 3 sec. (until
a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to enter call channel pro­gramming condition.
Call channel number to be pro­grammed ashes.
r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired
channel.
U/I/C] for 1 sec.
] for 1 sec. to select the
9
t Push [16
played channel as the call chan­nel.
The call channel number stop ash­ing.
9] to program the dis-
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BASIC OPERATION
MONI
Push for 1 sec.
Blinks while the monitor function is used.
LOCK
Push for 1 sec.
Appears while the lock function is used.
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Lock function
This function electronically locks all keys (except for [+]/[–], [PTT], [SQL channel changes and function access.
Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and
OFF.
MONI] and [H/LLOCK]) to prevent accidental
Automatic backlighting
This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto­matic backlighting can be activated in SET mode. (p. 20)
Push any key except for [PTT] to turn the backlighting ON.
The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of in­activity.
Monitor function
The monitor function releases the noise squelch mute. See p. 19 for details of the monitor switch action.
Push [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec. to activate the monitor func-
tion.
•“ blinks and audio is emitted.
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WX*
CH 01
CH 16
CH 02
CH 05 CH 04
CH 03
* Previously selected weather channel when weather alert function is ON
CH 01 CH 02
WX*
CH 05 CH 04
CH 03
* Previously selected weather channel when weather alert function is ON.
SCAN OPERATION
Scan types
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Scanning is an efcient way to locate signals quickly over a wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and normal scan.
In addition, the weather alert and auto scan function is avail­able for standby convenience. These functions can be acti­vated simultaneously, depending on the settings in SET mode. (pgs. 18, 19)
PRIORITY SCAN
Priority scan searches through all tag channels in sequence while monitoring Channel 16. When a signal is detected on Channel 16, scan pauses until the signal disappears; when a signal is detected on a channel other than Channel 16, scan becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears.
Set the tag channels (scanned channel) before scanning. Clear the tag channels which inconveniently stop scanning, such as digital communications.
Choose priority or normal scan in SET mode. (p. 18)
NORMAL SCAN
Normal scan, like priority scan, searches through all tag channels in sequence. However, unlike priority scan, Chan­nel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a tag channel.
SCAN OPERATION
Scan starts.
DUAL DUAL
Push Push
to stop the scan
Receiving a signal and audio is emitted.
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Setting tag channels
For more efficient scanning, add desired channels as tag channels or clear the tag for unwanted channels. Non-tag channels will be skipped during scanning. Tag chan­nels can be assigned to each channel group (USA, INT, CAN) independently.
q Select the desired channel group (USA, INT, CAN) by
pushing [CH/WX
w Select the desired channel to set as a tag channel. e Push both [Y] and [Z] for 1 sec. to set the displayed chan-
nel as a tag channel.
•“ appears in the function display.
r To cancel the tag channel setting, push both [Y] and [Z]
for 1 sec.
•“ disappears.
Clearing all tag channels in the selected channel group
While pushing and holding both [Y] and [Z], turn power ON to clear all tag channels in the channel group.
[Example]: Starting a normal scan.
U/I/C] for 1 sec., if desired.
Starting a scan
Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan re­sume timer and auto scan function in advance, using SET mode. (pgs. 18, 19)
q Select the desired channel group (USA, CAN, INT) by
pushing [CH/WX
When the weather alert function is in use, select the desired
weather channel with [CH/WXU/I/C] and [Y]/[Z].
w Push [SCN•DUAL] to start priority or normal scan.
•“SCAN” blinks in the function display.
•“16” appears on the sub channel readout during priority scan.
When a signal is received, scan pauses until the signal disap-
pears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. according to scan resume timer setting. (Channel 16 is still monitored during priority scan.)
Push [Y]/[Z] to check the scanning tag channels, change the
scanning direction or resume the scan manually.
e To stop the scan, push [SCN•DUAL].
•“SCAN” disappears.
Pushing [PTT], [169] or [CH/WXU/I/C] also stops the scan.
U/I/C] for 1 sec., if desired.
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Dualwatch Tri-watch
Call channel
Tri-watch starts.
Push
for 1 sec.
Signal is received on the call channel.
Signal received on Channel 16 takes priority.
Tri-watch resumes after the signal disappears.
DUAL
DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH
Description
Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving another channel; tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the call channel while receiving another channel.
DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION
If a signal is received on Channel 16, dualwatch/tri-watch pauses on Channel 16 until the signal disappears.
If a signal is received on the call channel during tri-watch, tri-watch becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears.
To transmit on the selected channel during dualwatch/tri­watch, push and hold [PTT].
Operation
q Select the desired operating channel. w Push [SCN
(depending on SET mode setting).
•“DUAL” blinks during dualwatch; “TRI” blinks during tri-watch.
A beep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16.
Tri-watch becomes dualwatch when receiving a signal on the call
channel.
e To cancel dualwatch/tri-watch, push [SCN•DUAL] again.
[Example]: Operating tri-watch on INT channel 07.
DUAL] for 1 sec. to start dualwatch or tri-watch
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SET mode programming
SET MODE
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SET mode is used to change the condition of 12 transceiver functions: beep tone function, weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer, auto scan function, dual/tri­watch function, monitor switch action, automatic backlighting, LCD contrast selection, auto power save function, self check function and battery voltage indicator.
D SET MODE ITEMS The displays show the default settings, and the selected item is displayed in the dotted circle.
Beep tone Battery voltage Scan resume timer
Self check
Power save LCD contrast Monitor switch
Starting item
: Push
: Push and
Automatic backlighting
D SET mode operation
q Turn power OFF. w While pushing [SQL
mode.
bp appears.
e Push [SQL
sired item, if necessary.
r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition of the item. t To exit SET mode, push [16
MONI
MONI
MONI] or [SQLMONI] and [Y] to select the de-
Priority scan Weather alert
MONI], turn power ON to enter SET
9].
Auto scan
Dual/Tri-watch
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7 SET MODE
Push
Normal scan (default) Priority scan
Push
Weather alert function
OFF (default)
Weather alert function
ON
Push
Beep tone ON (default)
Beep tone OFF
User beep
SET mode items
D Beep tone function “bP
You can select silent operation by turning the beep tones OFF, or you can have 2 types of conrmation beeps sound at the push of a switch. When ON is selected, a xed beep (Pi) sounds, and when US is selected, the preset beeps (e.g. do, re, mi) sound.
Beep tone synchronises with the volume level.
The beeps sound during call channel programming and a weather
alert tone indication even if this function is turned OFF.
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D Weather alert function “AL
An NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone be­fore any important weather announcements. When the weather alert function is turned ON, the transceiver detects the alert, the alert indicator (“ALT”) blinks and sounds a beep tone until the transceiver is operated. The previously selected (used) weather channel is checked any time during standby, or while scanning, when the power save function is activated.
•“ALT appears when the function is set ON.
D Priority scan function “Pr
The transceiver has 2 scan typesnormal (OFF) and priority (ON) scans. Normal scan searches all tag channels in the se­lected channel group. Priority scan searches all tag channels in sequence while monitoring Channel 16.
SET MODE
Push
Push setting (default) Hold setting
Push
Dualwatch function
(default)
Tri-watch function
Push
Auto scan OFF (default) Auto scan ON
Push
Scan resume timer OFF
(default)
Scan resume timer ON
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D Scan resume timer “St
The scan resume timer can be set as a pause (OFF) or timer scan (ON). When OFF is selected, the scan pauses until a received signal disappears. When ON is selected, the scan pauses for 5 sec. after receiving a signal and then resumes even if the signal has been received.
D Auto scan function “AS
The Auto scan function starts the desired scan automatically when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 30 sec.
D Dual/Tri-watch function “dt
This item selects dual or tri-watch as desired. See p. 16 for details.
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D Monitor switch action “Sq
The monitor switch action cuts off the squelch function tem­porarily. This switch action contains PUSH (Pu) or HOLD (Ho) settings as shown below.
Pu (PUSH): After pushing the [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., the squelch opens and emits audio. The squelch is held open while continuously pushing and holding [SQL•MONI]. (default)
Ho (HOLD): After pushing the [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., the squelch opens and emits audio even [SQL•MONI] is released. To close the squelch, push any key.
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7 SET MODE
Push
Power save ON
(default)
Power save OFF
Push
LCD contrast ON
(default)
LCD contrast OFF
Push
Auto backlighting ON
(default)
Auto backlighting OFF
D Automatic backlighting “bL
This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto­matic backlighting turns the backlighting ON when any key except for [PTT] is pushed.
The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity.
D LCD contrast selection “LC
The contrast of the LCD can be turned ON (high contrast) and OFF (low contrast).
D Power save function “PS
The power save function reduces current drain by deactivat­ing the receiver circuit for preset intervals.
ON : The power save function is turned ON. The power save func­tion will activate when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 5 sec.
OFF: The power save function is turned OFF.
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SET MODE
Battery voltage indication OFF
(default)
Push
Battery voltage
indication ON
Temperature error Battery voltage error Water intrusion error
Push
Self check OFF (default) Self check ON
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D Self check function “SC
The self check function checks transceiver conditions by it­self, and informs you in case a problem is found. The follow­ing items are checked after the power is turned ON, then it switches to operation mode.
Temperature : Outside of –25°C to +65°C; 13°F to +149°F (approx.)
Connected battery voltage
Water intrusion
When error messages as shown below are displayed, see troubleshooting for advice. (p. 29)
D Battery voltage indicator “bt
The voltage of the connected battery pack can be turned ON (displayed for 2 sec.) or OFF (non-displayed) after power is turned ON.
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7 SET MODE
Indication Switch
Beep tone function
Function
Weather alert function
Priority scan function
Scan resume timer
Auto scan function
Dual/Tri-watch function
Monitor switch action
Automatic backlighting
LCD contrast selection
Power save function
Self check function
OFF / ON* / US
OFF* / ON
OFF* / ON
OFF* / ON
OFF* / ON
Dual* / Tri
Push* / Hold
OFF / ON*
OFF / ON*
OFF / ON*
OFF* / ON
OFF* / ON
"bP"
"AL"
"Pr"
"St"
"AS"
"dt"
"Sq"
"bL"
"LC"
"PS"
"SC"
"bt"
Battery voltage indicator
SET MODE LIST
*Default setting
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BATTERY CHARGING
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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 the power OFF while charging.
Recommended temperature range for charging:
+10°C to +40°C (+50°F to +104°F)
Use the specified chargers (BC-150, BC-119N and BC-
121N). NEVER use another manufactures charger.
Use the supplied AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V) for
the BC-150. NEVER use another manufactures adapters.
NEVER connect DC power to the battery case when in­stalling alkaline batteries. Such a connection will damage the transceiver.
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 1-800-822­8837 for battery recycling options in your area or contact your dealer.
Battery caution
CAUTION! NEVER insert battery pack/transceiver
(with the battery 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 pack. Internal battery gas
may cause an explosion.
NEVER immerse battery pack in water. If the battery pack
becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver.
NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Also, cur-
rent may ow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace, etc. Therefore, be careful when carrying with, or placing near metal objects, carrying in handbags, etc.
If your battery pack seem to have no capacity even after being charged, completely discharge them by leaving the power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the batteries still do not retain a charge (or very little), new battery pack must be purchased.
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8 BATTERY CHARGING
AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V)
IC-M32BP-224
BC-150
Supplied screws
Charge indicator Lights green when BP-224 (with/without IC-M32) is inserted.
ï Charging connections
q Attach the BC-150 to a flat surface, such as a desk or
cabin, etc., if desired.
w Connect the AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V) as
shown below.
e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the
charger.
The charge indicator lights green.
r Charge the battery pack approx. 8 hours, depending on
the remaining power condition.
DO NOT charge BP-224 more than 12 hours. Other­wise, BP-224 will be damaged. BP-224 must be charged for 8–12 hours only.
Optional battery case
When using a battery case attached to the transceiver, install 6 × AA(R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated below.
q Remove the battery case from the transceiver. w Install 6 × AA(R6) size alkaline batteries.
Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
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. Its a good idea to clean bat­tery terminals once a week.
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Optional battery chargers
Screws supplied with the charger adapter
Desktop charger adapter
Connector
Plug
Not used
ï AD-103 installation
q Install the AD-103 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-103
desktop charger adapter with the connector, then install the adapter into the charger with the supplied screws.
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8
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8 BATTERY CHARGING
AD-103 charger adapters are installed in each slot.
IC-M32
BP-224
DC power cable (OPC-656) (Connect with the DC power supply;
13.8 V/at least 7 A)
AC adapter (Purchase
separately)
AD-103 charger adapter is installed in BC-119N.
AC adapter (Not supplied with
some versions.)
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.
IC-M32
BP-224
ï Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-103
The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of battery packs. The following are additionally required.
AD-103 charger adapter
An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending
on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).
ï Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-103
The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following are additionally re­quired.
Six AD-103 charger adapters
An AC adapter (BC-124) or the DC power cable (OPC-656)
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SWIVEL BELT CLIP
q w
9
MB-87 contents
Qty.
q Belt clip……………………………………………………… 1 w Base clip …………………………………………………… 1
To attach
q Slide the base clip into the plastic loop on the back of the
transceiver as illustrated below.
w Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt and insert the trans-
ceiver into the belt clip until the base clip fitting into the groove.
8 9
e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels as illus-
trated below.
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9 SWIVEL BELT CLIP
To detach
Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the
arrow and pull out from the belt clip.
RR
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 swivelled properly if the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.
The transceiver does not turn ON.
No sound from speaker. • Squelch level is too deep.
Transmitting is impossi­ble, or high power can not be selected.
The displayed channel cannot be changed.
Scan does not start. •“TAG channels are not programmed. Set the desired channels as TAG channels. p. 15
No beeps. Beep tones are turned OFF. Set the beep tones to ON (Fix Beep/User
Self check error. (Temperature)
Self check error. (Battery voltage)
Self check error. (Water intrusion)
The battery is exhausted.
Bad connection to the battery pack.
Volume level is too low.
Speaker has been exposed to water.
Some channels are for low power or re-
ceive only.
The battery is exhausted.
The battery over charged.
The output power is set to low.
Lock function is activated. Push [H/L
The temperature is outside of 25°C to +65°C; 13°F to +149°F (approx)
The connected battery packs voltage is
more than 11 V.
Water has entered the transceiver. • Have the transceiver checked at your local
Recharge the battery pack.
Check the connection to the transceiver.
Set squelch to the threshold point.
Push [+]/[] to set a suitable level.
Drain water from the speaker.
Change channels.
Recharge the battery pack.
Verify the battery voltage is correct.
Push [H/L
function.
Beep) in SET mode.
Leave the transceiver at room temperature for a while. Turn the power ON to check if the internal temperature has returned to normal.
Verify the battery voltage is correct.
distributor or dealer to see whether the trans­ceiver works properly or not.
LOCK] to select high power.
] for 1 sec. to cancel the
LOCK
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p. 23 p. 3
p. 10 p. 10
pgs. 8, 9, 30 p. 23
p. 11
p. 13
p. 18
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Channel number
USA CAN
Transmit
Receive
Frequency (MHz)
INT
Channel number Frequency (MHz)
USA CAN
Transmit
ReceiveINT
Channel number Frequency (MHz)
USA CAN
Transmit
ReceiveINT
Channel number Frequency (MHz)
USA CAN
Transmit
ReceiveINT
WX channel
Frequency (MHz)
Transmit Receive
01 156.050 160.650
01A 156.050 156.050
02 156.100 160.700
03 156.150 160.750
03A 156.150 156.150
156.200 160.800
04A 156.200 156.200
156.250 160.850
05A 05A 156.250 156.250
06 06 156.300 156.300
156.350 160.950
07A 07A 156.350 156.350
08 08 156.400 156.400
09 09 156.450 156.450
10 10 156.500 156.500
11 11 156.550 156.550
12 12 156.600 156.600
13
*
13
*
156.650 156.650
14 14 156.700 156.700
15
*
15
*
156.750 156.750
16 16 156.800 156.800
17
*
17
*
156.850 156.850
156.900 161.500
18A 18A 156.900 156.900
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
*
16
17
18
156.950 161.550
19A 19A 156.950 156.950
20
20
*
157.000 161.600
21 157.050 161.650
21A 21A 157.050 157.050
157.100 161.700
22A 22A 157.100 157.100
23 157.150 161.750
23A 157.150 157.150
24 24 157.200 161.800
25 25 157.250 161.850
26 26 157.300 161.900
27 27 157.350 161.950
28 28 157.400 162.000
60 156.025 160.625
156.075 160.675
61A 61A 156.075 156.075
156.125 160.725
62A 156.125 156.125
156.175 160.775
63A 156.175 156.175
64 156.225 160.825
64A 64A 156.225 156.225
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20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
60
61
62
63
64
20A 157.000 157.000
66A
66A
*
156.325 160.925
67
*
67 156.375 156.375
68 68 156.425 156.425
69 69 156.475 156.475
70 70
156.525
71 71 156.575 156.575
72 72 156.625 156.625
73 73 156.675 156.675
74 74 156.725 156.725
77
*
77
*
156.875 156.875
156.925 161.525
78A 78A 156.925 156.925
156.975 161.575
79A 79A 156.975 156.975
157.025 161.625
80A 80A 157.025 157.025
157.075 161.675
81A 81A 157.075 157.075
157.125 161.725
82A 82A 157.125 157.125
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
77
78
79
80
81
82
156.325 156.32566A
85 85 157.275 161.875
85A 157.275 157.275
86 86 157.325 161.925
86A 157.325 157.325
87 87 157.375 161.975
87A 157.375 157.375
88 88 157.425 162.025
88A 157.425 157.425
85
86
87
88
21b Rx only
Rx only
161.650
25b Rx only 161.850
28b Rx only 162.000
83b Rx only 161.775
4
1 RX only 162.550
2 RX only 162.400
3 RX only 162.475
5 RX only 162.450
6 RX only 162.500
7 RX only 162.525
8 RX only 161.650
9 RX only 161.775
10 RX only 163.275
RX only 162.425
156.275 160.875
65A 65A 156.275 156.275
65
65A
84A
83 157.175 161.775
83A 83A 157.175 157.175
84 84 157.225 161.825
83
84
157.225 157.225
*Low power only.
VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST
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NOTE: Simplex channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in USA waters.
SPECIFICATIONS
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GENERAL
• Frequency coverage : Transmit 156.025–157.425 MHz Receive 156.050–163.275 MHz
Mode : FM (16K0G3E)
Channel spacing : 25 kHz
Power supply requirement : BP-223, BP-224 only
Current drain (at 7.5 V DC) : TX High (5 W) 1.5 A typical.
Max. audio 200 mA typical Power save 20 mA typical
Frequency stability : ±10 ppm (–20°C to +60°C)
Useable temperature range : 20°C to +60°C; 4°F to +140°F
Dimensions : 61 (W) × 135(H) × 41(D) mm
(Projections not included) 213⁄32
Weight (with BP-224) : Approx. 360 g (12.7 oz)
(W) × 5
5
16
(H) × 1
5
(D) inch
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TRANSMITTER
Output power (at 7.5 V DC) : 5 W (Hi) and 1 W (Low)
Modulation system : Variable reactance frequency
modulation
Max. frequency deviation : ±5 kHz
Adjacent channel power : 70 dB
Spurious emissions : Less than 68 dBc
RECEIVER
Receive system : Double-conversion superheterodyne
Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) : 0.25 µV typical
Squelch sensitivity : Less than 0.35 µV (at threshold)
Intermodulation rejection ratio : 70 dB typical
Spurious response rejection ratio : 70 dB typical
Adjacent channel selectivity : 70 dB typical
Audio output power : 0.35 W typical at 10% distortion
with an 8 Ω load
All stated specications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
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OPTIONS
D BATTERY CASE AND PACK
BP-223
BP-224 Ni-Cd
BATTERY CASE
Battery case for 6 × AA (R6) alkaline cells.
BATTERY PACK
7.2 V/750 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack.
D CHARGERS
BC-119N + BC-145
For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is supplied with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 1.5 to 2 hours
BC-121N + BC-124
For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-103s are re­quired) simultaneously. An AC adapter should be purchased sepa­rately. Charging time: approx. 1.5 to 2 hours.
BC-150
Used for regular charging of battery pack. The same as supplied with the transceiver. Charging time: approx. 8 hours
DESKTOP CHARGER
AC ADAPTER
MULTI-CHARGER
AC ADAPTER
DESKTOP CHARGER
+ AD-103
+ AD-103
+ BC-147A/E or BM-95V
CHARGER ADAPTER
CHARGER ADAPTER
(6 pcs.)
AC ADAPTER
D BELT CLIPS
MB-68
MB-74N
MB-87
BELT CLIP
The same as supplied with the transceiver.
BELT CLIP
Exclusive alligator-type belt clip.
SWIVEL BELT CLIP
Belt clip for swivel type.
D DC CABLES
CP-17L
OPC-515L/OPC-656
CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE
Allows to charge the battery pack through a 12 V cigarette lighter socket. (For BC-119N)
DC POWER CABLES
Allows to charge the battery pack using 13.8 V power source in­stead of the AC adapter. OPC-515L: For BC-119N OPC-656 : For BC-121N
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A-6297D-1EX-q Printed in Japan
© 2003 Icom Inc.
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
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