Icom IC-M37, IC-M37E Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

|M37 |M37E

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

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Thank you for choosing this Icom product. This product was 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

completely before using the transceiver.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M37/IC-M37E.

■ EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

WORD DEFINITION

RDANGER!

RWARNING!

CAUTION

NOTE

Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur.

Personal injury, re hazard

or electric shock may occur. Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk

of personal injury, re or

electric shock.

■ FEATURES

z 6 W*1 RF output power z Powerful 700 mW audio output

for clear communication

z Float’n Flash:

Floats and ashes on the water

z IP57*

dust protection and waterproof

construction

5 W for the AUS version.

Only when the supplied battery pack

or case, antenna, and jack cover are attached.

■ IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16.

D USING CHANNEL 16

1. Push [16/C] to switch to Channel 16.

2. While holding down [PTT], give the appropriate information as follows:

z “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.” z “THIS IS

(name of vessel).

z Say your call sign or other

indication of the vessel (AND your 9 digit DSC ID, if you have one).

z “LOCATED AT

” (your

position).

z State the nature of the distress

and assistance required.

z Give any other information which

might facilitate the rescue.

”

■ RECOMMENDATION

CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER AND MICROPHONE THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to

saltwater, and dry it before operating. Otherwise, the transceiver’s keys, switches and controllers may become unusable, due

to salt crystallization.

NOTE: If the transceiver’s waterproof protection appears defective, carefully clean it with a soft, wet (fresh water) cloth, then, dry it before operating. The transceiver may lose its waterproof protection if the case or microphone is cracked or broken, the microphone connector is not screwed in completely, or the transceiver has been dropped. Contact your Icom distributor or your dealer for advice.

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■ FCC INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CAUTION: Changes or modications to

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

■ INFORMATION FCC

Cet équipement a été testé et reconnu

conforme aux limites xées pour

un appareil numérique de classe A, conformément au point 15 de la réglementation FCC. Ces limites sont

dénies de façon à fournir une protection

raisonnable contre le brouillage préjudiciable lorsque cet appareil est utilisé dans un environnement commercial. Cet équipement génère, utilise et peut émettre un rayonnement de fréquence radio. S’il n’a pas été installé conformément aux instructions, il peut par ailleurs créer des interférences perturbant les communications radio.

L’utilisation de cet appareil dans une zone

résidentielle peut provoquer un brouillage préjudiciable, auquel cas l’utilisateur sera

tenu de corriger la situation à ses frais.

MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement ou

modication, non expressément approuvé

par Icom Inc., peut annuler l’autorisation

de l’utilisateur à utiliser cet appareil conformément à la réglementation FCC.

■ ABOUT CE AND DOC

Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the versions of IC-M37E which have the “CE” symbol

on the product, comply with the essential requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive, 2014/53/EU, and the

restriction of the use of certain hazardous

substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive, 2011/65/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:

http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/

■ DISPOSAL

The crossed-out wheeledbin symbol on your product, literature, or packaging reminds you that in the European Union, all electrical and electronic products,

batteries, and accumulators (rechargeable batteries) must be taken to designated collection locations at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area.

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■ TABLE OF CONTENTS

■ IMPORTANT ................................... i

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

■ FEATURES ..................................... i

■ IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............ i

■ RECOMMENDATION ..................... i

■ FCC INFORMATION .......................ii

■ INFORMATION FCC .......................ii

■ ABOUT CE AND DOC ....................ii

■ DISPOSAL ......................................ii

■ PRECAUTIONS .............................iv

■ PRÉCAUTIONS ............................. v

■ SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

.......................................................vi

■ INFOMATION EN MATIÉRE DE

SÉCURITÉ ...................................vii

1 OPERATING RULES �� 1 2 ACCESSORIES �� 2

■ Supplied accessories ..................... 2

■ Attaching accessories .................... 2

3 PANEL DESCRIPTION �� 4

■ Front, top and side panels..............4

■ Function Display.............................5

4 BATTERY CHARGING ��6

■ Battery caution ............................... 6

■ Charging caution ............................ 7

■ Battery charger...............................8

5 BASIC OPERATION �� 9

■ Selecting a channel ........................ 9

■ Weather channels and Weather Alert (For the USA, EXP, and AUS

versions) ...................................... 10

■ Receiving and transmitting ........... 11

■ Adjusting the squelch level...........12

■ Volume Loud/Mute function.......... 12

■ Monitor function............................12

■ AquaQuake Water Draining function

..................................................... 12

■ Setting the Call channel ............... 13

■ Power OFF Subfunction ............... 13

■ CH History function ...................... 13

6 SCAN OPERATION �� 14

■ Favorite channels ......................... 15

■ Starting a scan

(Except the HOL version) ............ 15

7 DUALWATCH AND TRI-WATCH

(Except the HOL version) �� 16

■ Description ................................... 16

■ Operation .....................................16

8 SET MODE �� 17

■ Using the Set mode......................17

■ Set mode items ............................ 18

9 ATIS CODE

(For only the HOL and FRG versions) �� 20

10 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ��21

■ Specications ............................... 21

■ Options ......................................... 22

■ Using the BP-297 ......................... 22

■ Using the HM-213 ........................ 23

11 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ��24

■ For IC-M37 (USA and EXP) and IC-

M37E (AUS) ................................ 24

■ For IC-M37E (Except AUS) .......... 25

12 TROUBLESHOOTING �� 26

INDEX...................................................... 27

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■ PRECAUTIONS

R WARNING! NEVER use or charge Icom

battery packs with non-Icom transceivers or non-Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom transceivers or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause

smoke, re, or cause the battery to burst.

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.

R WARNING! NEVER operate the

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

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

CAUTION: DO NOT use harsh solvents

such as Benzine or alcohol when cleaning.

This could damage the equipment surfaces. If the surface becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

CAUTION: DO NOT place or leave the transceiver in excessively dusty environments. This could damage the transceiver.

NOTE: DO NOT place or leave the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas

outside of the specied temperature range: IC-M37: –20°C (–4˚F) ~ +60°C (+140˚F) IC-M37E: –15°C (5˚F) ~ +55°C (131˚F)

IC-M37E (AUS):

–10°C (14˚F) ~ +55°C (131˚F)

Keep the transceiver in a secure place to

prevent use by unauthorized persons.

BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IP57 requirements for dust protection and waterproof protection. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, dust protection and waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, and so on. * Only when the supplied battery pack

or case, antenna, and jack cover are attached.

Information:

In this instruction manual, the transceiver version names are described as shown below.

U.S.A.: USA Export: EXP Europe: EUR German: FRG Dutch: HOL U.K.: UK Australia: AUS

Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or performance of any Icom or non-Icom equipment, if the malfunction is because of:

• Force majeure, including, but not

limited to, res, earthquakes, storms, oods, lightning, other natural disasters,

disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive contamination.

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

Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries. AquaQuake is a trademark of Icom Incorporated. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.

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■ PRÉCAUTIONS

R AVERTISSEMENT ! N’utilisez JAMAIS

et ne rechargez JAMAIS des blocsbatteries

Icom avec des émetteurs-récepteurs non-Icom ou des chargeurs non-Icom. Seuls les blocsbatteries Icom sont testés et homologués pour être utilisés avec des émetteurs-récepteurs Icom ou pour être rechargés avec des chargeurs Icom. L’utilisation de blocsbatteries ou de

chargeurs tiers ou de contrefaçon peut être à l’origine de fumées, d’incendie ou peut

faire éclater la batterie.

R AVERTISSEMENT ! NE JAMAIS

l’émetteur-récepteur de sorte que l’antenne soit très proche des parties exposées du corps, en particulier du visage ou des yeux, et ne les touche pas pendant la transmission.

R AVERTISSEMENT ! N’utilisez JAMAIS

l’émetteur-récepteur avec un casque ou

d’autres accessoires audio à des niveaux

de volume élevés. Le fonctionnement

continu à volume élevé peut provoquer

une sonnerie dans vos oreilles. Si vous

ressentez la sonnerie, réduisez le volume ou cessez d’utiliser.

MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS court-circuiter les bornes de la batterie. Un court-circuit peut se produire si les bornes touchent des objets métalliques tels qu’une clé.

Soyez donc prudent lorsque vous placez

les batteries (ou l’émetteur-récepteur) dans

des sacs, etc. Transportez-les de manière à ce qu’il n’y ait pas de court-circuit avec

des objets métalliques. Un court-circuit peut endommager non seulement la batterie, mais également l’émetteurrécepteur.

MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS utiliser de dissolvants agressifs tels que du

Benzène ou de l’alcool lors du nettoyage,

car ils endommageraient les surfaces de l’émetteur-récepteur. Si l’émetteurrécepteur est poussiéreux ou sale,

nettoyez-le avec un tissu doux et sec.

MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS placer l’émetteur-récepteur dans des environnements excessivement poussiéreux. Cela pourrait endommager l’émetteur-récepteur.

REMARQUE : NE PAS placer ou laisser l’émetteur-récepteur en plein soleil ou

dans un environnement soumis à des températures inférieures à –20°C (–4˚F) ou supérieures à +60°C (+140˚F). Placez l’émetteur-récepteur dans un lien

sûr pour éviter toute utilisation par des personnes non autorisées.

MISE EN GARDE : Cet émetteur-récepteur répond aux exigences de la norme IP57 en matière de protection contre la poussière et de protection étanche. Cependant, en cas de chute de l’émetteur-récepteur, la protection contre la poussière et la protection étanche ne peuvent plus être

garanties, car le boitier risque d’être ssuré

ou le joint d’étanchéité endommagé, etc. * Uniquement lorsque la batterie ou le

boîtier, l’antenne et le cache-prise sont

xés.

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■ SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

WARNING

CAUTION

Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy while transmitting. This radio

is designed for and classied

as for “Occupational Use Only.” This means 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 and IC 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 KDB Publication 447498 D03, 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 accessories listed on page i are

authorized for use with this product. Use of accessories other than those specied may

result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure.

• Health Canada Safety Code 6 - Limits of Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Energy

in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300 GHz.

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 damage 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 an antenna specically authorized by the manufacturer for use with

this radio.

• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of

the 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 “TX” is displayed on the function display. You can cause the radio to transmit by pushing 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 12 when attaching the radio to your belt, or other place, to ensure FCC and IC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded.

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 within 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 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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■ INFOMATION EN MATIÉRE DE SÉCURITÉ

VERTISSEMENT

MISE EN GARDE

seulement» et classée comme tel, ce qui

signie qu’elle doit être utilisée uniquement

dans le cadre d’un travail par des personnes conscientes des dangers et des mesures

visant à minimiser ces dangers. Elle N’EST PAS conçue pour une «utilisation grand public

», dans un environnement non contrôlé. Cet appareil a été évalué et jugé conforme, aux limites d’exposition aux RF de la FCC et d’IC, pour une «utilisation grand public». En outre, votre radio Icom satisfait les normes et directives qui suivent en matière de niveaux d’énergie et d’énergie électromagnétique de RF et d’évaluation de tels niveaux en ce qui concerne l’exposition humaine:

• Publication 447498 D03 de la FCC KDB, «Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields».

• Norme de l’American National Standards Institute (ANSI): IEEE C95.1-1992 sur les niveaux de sécurité compatibles avec l’exposition humaine aux champs électromagnétiques de

radiofréquences (3 kHz à 300 GHz).

• Norme de l’ANSI: IEEE C95.3-1992 sur la méthode d’évaluation recommandée du champ magnétique potentiellement dangereux des radiofréquences et des micro-ondes.

• Les accessoires illustrés dans “Options” de la feuille d’instructions sont approuvés pour une utilisation avec ce produit. L’utilisation d’accessoires autres que ceux précisés peut entraîner des niveaux d’exposition aux RF supérieures aux limites établies par la FCC et

d’IC en matière d’exposition aux RF sans l.

• Le Code de sécurité 6 de Santé Canada - Les limites d’exposition humaine à l’énergie

électromagnétique dans la gamme de

fréquences de 3 kHz à 300 GHz.

vii

Votre radio Icom produit une énergie électromagnétique de radiofréquences (RF), en mode de transmission.

Cette radio est conçue pour

un «usage professionnel

An de vous assurer que votre exposition à une énergie

électromagnétique de RF se situe dans les limites permises par la FCC pour une utilisation grand

public, veuillez en tout temps

respecter les directives suivantes :

• NE PAS faire fonctionner la radio sans

qu’une antenne appropriée y soit xée,

car ceci risque d’endommager la radio et causer une exposition supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC. L’antenne appropriée est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne spécialement autorisée par le fabricant pour être utilisée avec cette radio.

• NE PAS émettre pendant plus de 50% du

temps total d’utilisation de l’appareil («50% du facteur d’utilisation»). Émettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d’utilisation peut causer une exposition aux RF supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC. La radio est en train

d’émettre lorsque le témoin du “TX” s’afche

sur l’écran ACL. La radio émettra si vous

appuyez sur le bouton du microphone.

• TOUJOURS tenir l’antenne éloignée d’au moins

2,5 cm de votre corps au moment d’émettre et utiliser uniquement l’attache pour ceinture

Icom illustrée à la p. 12, lorsque vous attachez la radio à votre ceinture, ou à autre chose, de façon à vous assurer de ne pas provoquer une exposition aux RF supérieure aux limites xées par la FCC. Pour offrir à vos interlocuteurs la meilleure qualité de transmission possible, tenez l’antenne à au moins 5 cm de votre bouche et

légèrement de côté.

Les renseignements ci-dessus fournissent à

l’utilisateur toute l’information nécessaire sur l’exposition aux RF et sur ce qu’il faut faire pour assurer que cette radio fonctionne en respectant les limites d’exposition aux RF établies par la FCC.

Interférence électromagnétique et compatibilité

En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l’énergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interférences avec d’autres appareils ou systèmes. Pour éviter de telles interférences,

mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs où

une signalisation l’exige. NE PAS faire fonctionner l’émetteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement électromagnétique tels que les hôpitaux, les aéronefs et les sites de dynamitage.

Usage professionnel/contrôlé

Ce radio émetteur est utilisé dans des cas où

des personnes sont exposées en raison de leur travail, pourvu qu’elles soient conscientes du risque d’expositionet qu’elles puissent exercer un contrôle sur cette exposition.

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OPERATING RULES

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.

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D Radio licenses

(1) SHIP STATION LICENSE

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 ShipRadiotelephone license application. This government-issued license states the call sign

which is your craft’s identication for radio purposes.

(2) OPERATOR’S 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 or 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-M37/IC-M37E is capable of operation on VHF marine channels 21, 23, 81, 82, and 83, according to FCC regulations these simplex channels cannot be lawfully used by the general population in USA waters.

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ACCESSORIES

■ Supplied accessories

Antenna Handstrap Belt clip

Battery pack

NOTE: Some accessories are not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver version.

Power adapter (For Desktop charger)

Desktop charger (With two screws)

■ Attaching accessories

D Antenna

Connect the supplied antenna to the antenna connector.

CAUTION:

• DO NOT carry the transceiver by holding only the

antenna.

• DO NOT connect an antenna other than those listed in

this instruction manual.

• DO NOT transmit without an antenna.

D Belt clip

To attach:

Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip is locked and makes a ‘click’ sound.

To detach:

Lift the tab up (1), and slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow (2).

BE CAREFUL! DO NOT break your

ngernail.

Belt clip

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ACCESSORIES

D Battery pack

To insert:

1. Use a coin or standard screwdriver (1), and turn the screw counter clockwise one

quarter turn (2).

3 4

Screw position when removing the battery cover.

2. Open the battery cover (1), and place the battery pack into the transceiver so it fits

flat (2).

3. Securely attach the battery cover.

To remove:

Slide the latch and then lift the battery cover to remove it. Then remove the battery pack.

CAUTION:

• NEVER remove the battery cover when the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may

result in water or dust getting into the transceiver/battery pack, and may result in the transceiver being damaged.

• When attaching or removing the battery cover, make sure the rubber seal is correctly set in the groove of the cover. If the seal is not correctly in the groove, it may be damaged when attaching the battery cover. If the seal is damaged, waterproof protection is not guaranteed.

• When attaching the battery cover, make sure dust or other material does not adhere to the rubber seal. If dust or other material is on the seal when attaching the battery cover, waterproof protection may not be guaranteed.

Make sure the rubber seal is properly seated in the groove and there is dust or other material is on it.

Correct position

Screw position when attaching the battery cover.

Incorrect position

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Rubber seal

Groove

Battery coverBattery cover

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front, top and side panels

1SPEAKER/MIC JACK [SP/MIC]

(p. 23)

Connect the optional HM-213 speaker

microphone here.

2PTT SWITCH [PTT]

Hold down to transmit, release to

receive.

3CHANNEL 16/CALL CHANNEL KEY

[16/C] (p. 9)

• Push to select Channel 16.

• Hold down for 1 second to select the Call channel.

4VOLUME/SQUELCH/MONITOR KEY

[VOL/SQL]/[MONI]

• Push once to display the volume level setting screen.

• Push twice to display the squelch level setting screen. (p. 12)

• Hold down for 1 second to turn ON the monitor function.



Function display



7 6

Speaker

Microphone

5SCAN/DUAL KEY [SCAN]/[DUAL]

• Push to start or stop a scan. (p. 15)

• Hold down for 1 second to start the Dual/Tri-watch mode. (p. 16)

L While in Dualwatch, push to cancel

Dualwatch.

L Tri-watch may start, depending on the

Set mode settings.

• Hold down both [SCAN] and [Hi/Lo] for 1 second to turn ON the AquaQuake function. (p. 12)

6POWER KEY [

Hold down for 1 second to turn the

transceiver ON or OFF.

7TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY

[Hi/Lo]/[

• Push to set the power level to High or Low.

L Some channels are set to only Low

power.

• Hold down for 1 second to lock or unlock the keypad.

8CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL*

KEY [CH/WX]/[U/I/C] or [CH]

• Push to switch between a regular channel and weather channel.*

• Push to select a regular channel.*

• Hold down for 1 second to change the channel group. (p. 9)

NOTE: [CH] is described as [CH/WX] or [U/I/C] in this instruction manual.

9FAVORITE CHANNEL KEY [FAV] (p. 15)

• Push to select a Favorite channel.

• Hold down for 1 second to set or clear the selected channel as a Favorite channel.

UP/DOWN KEYS [▲]/[▼]

• Push to select the operating channel.

• Push to change the volume/squelch level while adjusting.

• In the Set mode, push to select an item option.

ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 2) Connect the supplied antenna here.

]

(p. 10)

For the USA, EXP, and AUS versions

*2 For the EUR, FRG, HOL, and UK versions

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■ Function Display

234

1

  



9



1TRANSMIT INDICATOR

Displayed while transmitting.

2BUSY ICON

Displayed while receiving, or the

squelch is open.

3CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT

Displays the selected operating channel

number.

4BATTERY INDICATOR

• Displays the battery status.

Indication Battery status

Full

Mid

Charging required

Battery exhausted

5DUPLEX INDICATOR

Displayed when a Duplex channel is

selected.

6SCAN INDICATOR* Blinks while scanning. (p. 15)

7DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH

INDICATOR*

Blinks during Dualwatch or

Tri-watch operation. (p. 16)

5 6

PANEL DESCRIPTION

8VOLUME/SQUELCH LEVEL

INDICATOR

• Number of bars shows the volume/

squelch level.

• “SQL” blinks when adjusting the

squelch level. (p. 12)

• “VOL” blinks when adjusting the

volume level.

9SUB CHANNEL READOUT

• Displays the volume/squelch level

while adjusting the level. (p. 12)

• Displays Channel 16 during a priority

scan, Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 16)

• Displays the Set mode item while in

the Set mode. (p. 17)

CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR

Displayed when the Call channel is

selected. (p. 9)

WEATHER CHANNEL ICON* Displayed when the Weather channel is

selected. (p. 10)

L “ ” is displayed when the Weather

Alert function is ON.

LOCK ICON

Displayed when the Lock function is

ON.

CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR

(p. 9)

Displays the selected channel group,

INT (International), USA, CAN (Canada), or ATIS.

L The selectable channels differ,

depending on the transceiver version, or the presetting.

LOW POWER INDICATOR

• Displayed when low power is selected.

• Blinks when a high temperature

error or low voltage is detected, and automatically switches to low power.

FAVORITE CHANNEL ICON

Displayed when a Favorite channel is

selected. (p. 15)

1 2

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Except the HOL version

For the USA, EXP, and AUS versions

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BATTERY CHARGING

■ Battery caution

Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in

the following hazards: smoke, re, or

the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery performance.

R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery

terminals, or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat generation, and the battery may burst, emit smoke or catch

re.

R DANGER! NEVER place or leave

battery packs in areas with temperatures above 60°C (140°F). High temperature buildup in the battery cells, such as could

occur near res or stoves, inside a sun-

heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause the battery

cells to rupture or catch re. Excessive

temperatures may also degrade the battery pack’s performance or shorten the battery cell’s life.

R DANGER! NEVER strike or otherwise

impact the battery pack. Do not use the battery pack if it has been severely impacted or dropped, or if the pack has been subjected to heavy pressure. Battery pack damage may not be visible on the outside of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery

may rupture or catch re.

R DANGER! NEVER place battery packs

near a re. Fire or heat may cause them

to rupture or explode. Dispose of used battery packs in accordance with local regulations.

R DANGER! NEVER let uid from inside

the battery get in your eyes. This can cause blindness. Rinse your eyes with clean water, without rubbing them, and immediately go to a doctor.

R WARNING! NEVER use deteriorated

battery packs. They could cause a re.

R WARNING! NEVER put the battery

pack in a microwave oven, highpressure container, or in an induction

heating cooker. This could cause a re,

overheating, or cause the battery cells to rupture.

R WARNING! NEVER Iet uid from inside

the battery cells come in contact with your body. If it does, immediately wash with clean water.

CAUTION: DO NOT continue to use the battery pack if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor.

CAUTION: DO NOT expose the battery pack to rain, snow, saltwater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet pack. If the pack gets wet, be sure to wipe it with a clean dry cloth before using.

CAUTION: DO NOT use the battery pack

out of the specied temperature range for

the transceivers:

IC-M37: –20°C ~ +60°C (–4°F ~ +140°F) IC-M37E: –15°C ~ +55°C (5°F ~ 131°F)

IC-M37E (AUS):

–10°C ~ +55°C (14°F ~ 131°F) and the battery itself (–20°C ~ +60°C (–4°F ~ +140°F)). Using the battery out of its specied temperature range will reduce

its performance and battery cell’s life.

Please note that the specied temperature

range of the battery may exceed that of the transceiver. In such cases, the transceiver may not work properly because it is out of its operating temperature range.

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CAUTION: DO NOT leave the pack fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive temperature environment (above 50°C, 122°F) for an extended period of time. If the battery pack must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the transceiver after discharging. You may use the battery pack until the remaining capacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool and dry place at the following temperature range: –20°C ~ +50°C (–4°F ~ +122°F) (within a month) –20°C ~ +40°C (–4°F ~ +104°F) (within three months) –20°C ~ +20°C (–4°F ~ +68°F) (within a year)

BE SURE to replace the battery pack

with a new one approximately ve years

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

• Approximately 5 years have passed since the pack was manufactured.

• The pack has been repeatedly charged.

BATTERY CHARGING

■ Charging caution

R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery

pack in areas with extremely high

temperatures, such as near res or stoves,

inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such environments, the safety/ protection circuit in the battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging.

R WARNING! NEVER charge the

transceiver during a lightning storm. It may

result in an electric shock, cause a re or

damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the power adapter before a storm.

R WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the

battery in the battery charger beyond the

specied time for charging. If the battery is not completely charged by the specied

time, stop charging and remove the battery from the battery charger. Continuing to

charge the battery beyond the specied time limit may cause a re, overheating, or

the battery may rupture.

R WARNING! Occasionally observe the

battery pack condition while charging. If any abnormal condition occurs, discontinue using the battery pack.

CAUTION: DO NOT insert the transceiver (battery attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof.

CAUTION: DO NOT charge the battery

pack outside of the specied temperature

range for BC-235: IC-M37/IC-M37E (AUS):

15˚C ~ 40˚C (59˚F ~ 104˚F) IC-M37E: 15˚C ~ 35˚C (59˚F ~ 95˚F)

Otherwise, the charging time will be longer, but the battery will not reach a full charge. While charging, at a point after

the temperature goes out of the specied

range, the charging will automatically stop.

1 2 3

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

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BATTERY CHARGING

■ Battery charger

D Supplied battery charger

Charging time: Approximately 4 hours for

Power adapter*

* Not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver

version.

L “

” is displayed and bars of the battery icon scroll while charging.

the BP-296

Desktop charger

Turn OFF

BC-235

D Optional battery charger

Charging time: Approximately 4 hours for

the BP-296

CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC2416 to a power source using reverse polarity. This will ruin the battery charger. The positive (+) side is marked with a white dashed line.

Turn OFF

BC-238

OPC-2416

Connect to a DC power supply: 5 V, at least 6 A

Charger adapter

L “ ” is displayed when the battery has been fully charged.

NOTE:

• The transceiver MUST be turned OFF while charging. Otherwise:

- The battery will not be charged correctly.

- The battery life may be shortened.

• DO NOT transmit while charging. When you need to transmit, remove the transceiver from the charger, and then turn ON the transceiver.

• The transceiver is designed to not easily come out of the charger when the vessel is pitching and rolling. If you cannot easily remove the transceiver from the charger, tilt the transceiver forward and remove it, as shown to the right.

• If the battery pack does not properly charge when it is attached to the transceiver, remove the transceiver from the charger and insert the transceiver into the charger again.

L When error is detected, the battery icon blinks, and “ ” and

“

” are displayed.

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■ Selecting a channel

BASIC OPERATION

D Regular Channel

You can select a channel by pushing [▲] or [▼].

D Channel 16

Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It is used to establish the initial contact with a station, and for emergency communications. Channel 16 is monitored during both Dualwatch and Tri-watch. While in the standby, you must monitor Channel 16.

z Push [16/C] to select Channel 16.

L To return to the previously selected channel, push [CH/WX].

D Call channel

Each Channel Group has separate leisure-use Call channels. The Call channel is scanned during Tri-watch. The Call channels can be selected and used to store your most often used channels in each Channel Group, for quick recall. See page 13 for details on setting the Call channel.

z Hold down [16/C] for 1 second to select the Call channel.

• The Call channel number and “CALL” are displayed. L To return to the previously selected channel, push [CH/WX].

D Selecting a Channel Group

Channel Groups are preset into your transceiver. You can select a Channel Group for USA, International, Canadian, and ATIS, depending on the transceiver version.

z Hold down [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 second to change the channel

group.

L The selectable channel groups may differ, depending on the

transceiver version.

Version

USA

UK EUR FRG HOL AUS

EXP (Other)

USA INT CAN ATIS

    

Preset Channel Group

    

1 2 3

4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

NOTE: You cannot transmit on Channel 70.

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BASIC OPERATION

■ Weather channels and Weather Alert (For the USA, EXP, and AUS versions)

The transceiver has 10 preset Weather channels. The transceivers are capable* of monitoring broadcasts from the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The transceiver automatically detects a Weather alert tone on the selected weather channel, or while scanning. * When used within range of the broadcasts.

1. Push [CH/WX].

• “WX” is displayed on the operating screen instead of the Channel Group.

2. Push [▲] or [▼] to select a Weather channel.

D Setting the Weather Alert

1. While holding down [VOL/SQL], push [ ] to enter the Set mode.

2. Push [VOL/SQL] to select the Weather Alert item.

• “ ” is displayed.

3. Push [▲] or [▼] to turn ON the Weather Alert.

• “ ” is displayed.

4. Push [16/C] to exit the Set mode.

The Weather channel list

Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)

1 162.550 6 162.500 2 162.400 7 162.525 3 162.475 8 161.650 4 162.425 9 161.775 5 162.450 10 163.275

NOTE: When this function is turned ON, the currently selected weather channel is monitored, even while receiving another channel (when the Power Save function is turned ON), or during a scan.

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■ Receiving and transmitting

BASIC OPERATION

CAUTION: DO NOT transmit without an antenna.

NOTE: Before using the transceiver for the rst time, the battery pack

must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. See Section 4 for battery charging.

1. Push [▲] or [▼] to select a channel.

• When a signal is received, “ ” is displayed.

2. Hold down [PTT], and speak into the microphone to transmit.

• “ ” is displayed while transmitting.

3. Release [PTT] to receive.

TIP: To maximize the readability of your transmitted signal, pause for a second after pushing [PTT] and hold the microphone 5 ~ 10 cm (2 ~

4 inches) from your mouth, and then speak at your normal voice level.

NOTE:

• To conserve battery power, the Power Save function automatically turns ON when no signal is received for 5 seconds.

• The Time-out Timer function* cuts OFF transmission after 5 minutes of continuously transmitting, to prevent prolonged transmission.

sounds to indicate the transmission will be cut off, and “TOT” blinks. After it is cut OFF, “TOT” is displayed for 10 seconds, and you cannot transmit until it disappears.

* This function may not be installed, depending on the transceiver

version.

10 seconds before transmission is cut off, a beep

D SP Line Convert function

When the optional speaker microphone is not used, the speaker can be converted into a microphone.

L The speaker automatically converts into a microphone when the

transceiver is oating on the water, depending on the Set mode

setting. (p. 19)

1Select a channel�

2Push to transmit� 3Release to receive�

1 2 3 4

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

z Push [VOL/SQL] while holding down [PTT] to turn the function ON

or OFF.

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BASIC OPERATION

■ Adjusting the squelch level

Squelch enables the audio to be heard only while receiving a signal that is stronger than the set level. A higher level blocks weak signals, so that you can receive only stronger signals. A lower level enables you to hear weak signals.

1. Push [VOL/SQL] twice to enter the Squelch Adjustment mode.

2. Push

3. Push [VOL/SQL] once to exit the Squelch Adjustment mode.

[▲] or [▼] to adjust the squelch level, until the noise just

disappears.

■ Volume Loud/Mute function

You can temporary maximize the volume level with a simple

operation.

z While holding down [VOL/SQL], push

• The volume level is set to the maximum level.

• Push [VOL/SQL] and [▲] again to turn OFF the function.

You can temporary mute the audio output with a simple operation.

z While holding down [VOL/SQL], push

• The volume level is set to the minimum level (OFF).

• Push [VOL/SQL] and [▼] again to turn OFF the function.

[▲].

[▼].

■ Monitor function

The monitor function opens the squelch.

L The monitor key action can be selected in the set mode. (p. 18)

z The monitor function is activated by holding down [MONI] for 1

second.

• “ ” blinks and the squelch is opened.

■

AquaQuake Water Draining function

Water in the speaker grill may mufe the sound coming from the

speaker. The AquaQuake Water Draining function removes water from the speaker grill by vibrating the speaker cone.

L The AquaQuake Water Draining function is not usable when using

the optional speaker microphone.

1. Hold down both [SCAN] and [Hi/Lo] for 1 second.

• “ ” is displayed.

• A low frequency vibration sounds is heard for 10 seconds to drain the water, regardless of the volume level setting.

CAUTION: The low frequency vibration sounds loudly.

2. Push any key to turn OFF the function.

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BASIC OPERATION

■ Setting the Call channel

By default, a Call channel is set in each Channel Group. You can set your most often-used channel as your Call channel in each Channel Group, for quick recall.

1. Hold down [16/C] for 1 second to select the Call channel.

• “CALL” and the Call channel number is displayed.

2. Hold down [16/C] again for 3 seconds (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps).

• The Call channel number blinks.

3. Push [▲] or [▼] to select the channel.

4. Push [16/C] to set the selected channel as the Call channel.

• The Call channel number stops blinking.

■ Power OFF Subfunction

Subfunctions can be activated by holding down a specic key when

the transceiver is OFF.

L This function works even if the lock function is turned ON.

1. Turn OFF the transceiver.

2. Hold down a key to turn ON the function.

Mode Key Function

Light [VOL/SQL]

Emergency [SCAN]

Battery Voltage [FAV]

Flash [Hi/Lo] The LCD and key backlight blink.

• The function is activated while holding down the key.

L The function is turned OFF after the set period has passed from

releasing the key, depending on the Set mode setting. (p. 19)

L If you want to turn OFF the function before the set period has

passed, push any key.

Turns ON the an LCD and key backlight. An emergency alarm sounds, and the sound gradually becomes louder.

CAUTION: The alarm sounds loudly.

Displays the battery voltage. (

For example: [3_60] means 3.60 V.)

L [AL] is displayed when using alkaline

batteries.

■ CH History function

The CH History function quickly selects your last-used channel.

L Up to 5 channels are saved in each Channel Group. L The CH History is saved, even if the transceiver is turned ON or

OFF.

1. Push [CH/WX] and [▼] to enter the CH History seletion mode.

• “ “ blinks.

2. Push [▼] to select the registered channel.

3. Turn OFF the transceiver, and then push [ down

[▼] to delete the CH History.

] while holding

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You can nd ongoing communication by scanning the Favorite channels. Scan is for the

all transceiver versions except the HOL version.

Before starting a scan:

• Set the channels that you want to scan as Favorite channels. (p. 15)

• Set the scan type to “Priority Scan” or “Normal Scan” on the Set mode setting. (p. 18)

Normal Scan

Sequentially searches through all Favorite channels. Channel 16 is not scanned unless it is set as a Favorite channel.

SCAN OPERATION

L Only the Favorite channels are scanned.

CH 04

CH 03

CH 02

CH 01

Priority Scan

Sequentially searches through all Favorite channels, while also periodically checking Channel 16.

CH 04

CH 03

CH 16

CH 02

CH 01

When a signal is received:

On Channel 16: The scan pauses until the signal disappears. On a channel other than Channel 16: The scan switches to Dualwatch until the

CH 05

WX*

CH 05

WX*

For the USA, EXP, and AUS versions. When the Weather Alert function is ON, the previously selected Weather channel is also scanned.

signal disappears.

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SCAN OPERATION

■ Favorite channels

You can quickly recall often-used channels by setting them as Favorite channels. You can set Favorite channels in each Channel Group.

D Setting/Clearing

1. Push [▲] or [▼] to select the channel.

2. Hold down [FAV] for 1 second to set or clear as a Favorite

channel.

• The selected channel is set as a Favorite channel, and “ ” is displayed.

D Selecting

z Push [FAV].

L Non-Favorite channels are skipped and not displayed.

TIP: You can clear all Favorite channels.

L If there is no Favorite channel, all channels will be set as Favorite

channels.

1. Turn OFF the transceiver.

2. While holding down [FAV], turn ON the transceiver.

■ Starting a scan (Except the HOL version)

Example: Starting a Normal Scan.

1. Push [SCAN] to start the scan.

• “SCAN” blinks during a Normal Scan.

• “

” is also displayed during a Priority Scan.

• “

2. Push [SCAN] to stop the scan.

TIP: In order to properly receive signals, be sure to adjust the squelch to a suitable level.

” is displayed when a signal is received.

L When a signal is received, the scan pauses until it disappears,

or resumes after 5 seconds, depending on the Set mode setting. (p. 18)

L 2 beeps sound and “

Channel 16 during a Priority scan.

” blinks when a signal is received on

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DUALWATCH AND TRI-WATCH (Except the HOL version)

■ Description

Dualwatch and Tri-watch are convenient to periodically check Channel 16 while you are operating on another channel.

Dualwatch Tri-watch

Call

channel

Operating

channel

CH 16

Operating

channel

CH 16

Periodically checks Channel 16 while operating on another channel.

When a signal is received:

On Channel 16: Dualwatch/Tri-watch pauses on Channel 16 until the signal

disappears.

On the Call channel: Tri-watch switches to Dualwatch until the signal on the Call channel

disappears.

Periodically checks Channel 16 and the Call channel while operating on another channel.

■ Operation

Example: Operating Dualwatch on Channel 7.

1. Select Dualwatch in the Set mode setting. (p. 18)

2. Push [▲] or [▼] to select a channel.

3. Hold down [DUAL] for 1 second.

• Dualwatch starts.

• “DUAL” and “16” blink during Dualwatch.

• “CALL” is displayed when a signal is received on the Call

channel.

L A beep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16.

4. Push [DUAL] again to cancel Dualwatch.

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SET MODE

■ Using the Set mode

You can set seldom changed settings in the Set mode.

You can customize the transceiver settings to suit your preference and operating style.

1. While holding down [VOL/SQL], push [

• The “Beep” item is displayed.

L When the transceiver is turned OFF:

Hold down [VOL/SQL], and within 1 second, push [ and enter the Set mode.

2. Push [VOL/SQL], or push [▲] or [▼] while holding down [VOL/SQL] to select an item.

3. Push [▲] or [▼] to select an option.

4. Push [16/C] to exit the Set mode.

• Beep • WX Alert*

] to enter the Set mode.

]. This will turn ON the transceiver

• Scan Type*

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8

• Scan Timer*

• SQL Key Action • Backlight • Contrast

• Power Save • CH Display*

• Float’n Flash Alarm • Float’n Flash Power Save • Low Battery Alarm

• Sub-function Delay Timer • Auto SP Line Convert

• Auto Scan*

• Dual/Tri-watch*

• Float’n Flash

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

*1 For the USA, EXP, and AUS transceiver versions *2 Except the HOL version

The “CH Display” item is displayed for each selectable channel group.

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SET MODE

■ Set mode items

NOTE: The Set mode items contained in

the transceiver may be different, depending on the transceiver’s version or presettings. Ask your dealer for details.

Beep “ ”

Turns the Key Beep function ON or OFF. OFF: Turns OFF the function for silent

operation.

ON:

When a key is pushed, a beep sounds.

WX Alert “ ”

(For the USA, EXP, and AUS versions)

Turns the Weather Alert function ON or OFF.

L See page 10 for details.

OFF: The transceiver does not detect a

Weather Alert tone.

ON: The transceiver detects the Weather

Alert tone, and the “ blinks and a beep sounds.

L The blinking stops when another

key is pushed.

Scan Type “ ”

(Except the HOL version)

Turns the Priority Scan function ON or OFF. OFF:

The scan type is set to “Normal,” which sequentially searches all Favorite channels in the channel group.

ON:

The scan type is set to “Priority,” which sequentially searches all Favorite channels in the channel group, while also periodically checking Channel 16 (Priority channel).

Scan Timer “ ”

(Except the HOL version)

Turns the Scan Resume Timer ON or OFF. OFF:

When a signal is detected on a channel, the scan pauses until the signal disappears, and then resumes.

ON:

When a signal is detected on a channel, the scan pauses for 5 seconds, and then resumes. If the signal disappears in less than 5 seconds, the scan immediately resumes.

” icon

Auto Scan “ ”

(Except the HOL version)

Turns the Automatic Scan function ON or OFF. OFF: The function is OFF. ON: Scan automatically starts when no

signal is received, or no operations are carried out for 30 seconds.

Dual/Tri-watch “ ”

(Except the HOL version)

Selects Dualwatch or Tri-watch. d- (Dual):

t- (Tri): Periodically checks Channel

Periodically checks Channel 16 while operating on another channel.

16 and the Call channel while operating on another channel.

SQL Key Action “ ”

The function temporarily opens the squelch. Pu (Push):

Ho (Hold):

The Monitor function is activated by holding down [VOL/SQL] for more than 1 second. The squelch opens while holding down the key. The Monitor function is activated by holding down [VOL/SQL] for more than 1 second. squelch stays open until the user pushes any key.

The

Backlight “ ”

Turns the Automatic Backlight function ON or OFF. OFF: The function is OFF. ON:

The backlight turns ON for 5 seconds when the user pushes any key except [PTT].

Contrast “ ”

Selects the transceiver’s display contrast. Hi: The transceiver’s display contrast is set

to High.

Lo: The transceiver’s display contrast is set

to Low.

Power Save “ ”

Turns the Power Save function ON or OFF. OFF: The function is OFF. ON: The Power Save function reduces

current drain by deactivating the receiver circuit of the transceiver at

specied intervals.

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SET MODE

CH Display “ ”/“ ”/“ ”

Selects the number of digits to display the channel number. You can select settings for each channel group. 3d: The channel number is displayed in 3

digits, such as “78A.”

4d: The channel number is displayed in 4

digits, such as “1078.”

Float’n Flash “ ”

Turns the Float’n Flash function ON or OFF. You can easily retrieve the transceiver from the water.

L This function works even if the transceiver

is turned OFF.

OFF: This function is OFF. ON: The backlight, LED, or both of them

send out intermittent light when the

transceiver is oating on the water.

L This function is temporally OFF, and

the transceiver can be operated when any key is pushed. This function is turned ON in 10 seconds after releasing the key.

Float’n Flash Alarm “ ”

Selects whether or not an alarm sounds while the light blinks when the transceiver

is oating on the water.

L This function is usable only when the

Float’n Flash is turned ON.

OFF: The alarm does not sound. ON: The alarm sounds while the light

blinks when the transceiver is

oating on the water.

CAUTION: The alarm sounds loudly.

Float’n Flash Power Save “ ”

Turns the Float’n Flash Power Save function ON or OFF.

L This function is usable only when the

Float’n Flash is turned ON.

OFF: This function is OFF. ON

: When the transceiver oats on the

water, it enters the Float’n Flash Power Save mode to conserve battery power.

Low Battery Alarm “ ”

Selects whether or not an alarm sounds when the battery is low. A beep sounds every time the battery indication is lower than a displayed value. The beep interval changes, as shown below, according to the number of bars displayed.

Beep interval

Option

OFF This function is OFF.

Delay Timer Subfunction “ ”

Sets the Delay Timer Subfunction to 10, 30, 60 seconds, or OFF. A sub function is turned OFF after the set period of time has

passed after releasing a specic key.

L When the timer is set to OFF, the sub function

is turned OFF when releasing the specied key.

L See page 13 for details.

Auto SP Line Convert “ ”

Turns the Auto SP Line Convert function ON or OFF.

L The speaker is converted into a microphone

by pushing [VOL/SQL] while holding down [PTT], regardless of this setting. (p. 11)

OFF: This function is OFF. ON: Automatically converts the speaker

into a microphone, when the

transceiver is oating on the water.

Battery

exhausted

Every

30 seconds

Charging

required

–

Every

minute

Mid

–

Every

2 minutes

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

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ATIS CODE (For only the HOL and FRG versions)

The Automatic Transmitter Identication System (ATIS) ID consists of 10 digits. You can set and conrm the ID as shown below.

NOTE: You can enter this initial code ONLY ONCE. After entry, only your dealer or distributor can change it. If your ATIS code has already been entered, this entry is not necessary.

D Setting the ATIS code

1. Turn OFF the power.

2. While holding down [16/C], push [

• Enters to the ATIS Code Setting mode.

3. Push [▲] or [▼] to select the number for the first digit of the ATIS code.

4. Push [CH/WX] to select the next digit, and then push [▲] or

[▼] to select a number.

• Pushing [VOL/SQL] selects the previous digit.

5. After the 10th digit has been input, push [Hi/Lo] to store the code.

• The code number stops blinking.

• Push [16/C] to return to the normal operating mode.

D ATIS code conrmation

(Can be performed only when the ATIS code has been programmed.)

1. Turn OFF the power.

2. While holding down [16/C], push [ confirmation mode.

• The stored code number is displayed.

• Push [CH] to select the next digit, push [VOL/SQL] to select the previous digit.

3. Push [16/C] to exit the ATIS Confirmation mode.

] to enter the ATIS code

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SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

■ Specications

L All stated specications are subject to change without notice or obligation. L Measurements made without an antenna.

General IC-M37 IC-M37E IC-M37E (AUS)

Frequency coverage

Type of emission 16K0G3E (FM) Antenna impedance 50 Ω nominal Input impedance (MIC) 2 kΩ Output impedance

(audio)

Operating temperature range

Power supply voltage Negative ground: 3.7 V DC nominal

Current drain (at 3.7 V DC) (approximate)

Dimensions (projections not included)

Weight (approximate)

External 4 Ω

Internal 8 Ω

Maximum

audio

TX high

156.025 ~

157.425 MHz

156.050 ~

163.275 MHz

–20°C ~ +60°C,

–4ºF ~ +140ºF

External speaker: 0.2 A Internal speaker: 0.4 A

6 W: 1 W:

59.7 (W) × 140.5 (H) × 38.7 (D) mm

2.4 (W) × 5.5 (H) × 1.5 (D) in

(including battery pack, antenna, and belt clip)

156.000 ~

161.450 MHz

156.000 ~

163.425 MHz

–15°C ~ +55°C,

5ºF ~ 131ºF

2.75 A

1.0 A

293 g, 10.3 oz

156.025 ~

157.425 MHz

156.300 ~

162.000 MHz

–10°C ~ +55°C,

14ºF ~ 131ºF

5 W: 2.6 A 1 W: 1.0 A

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10

11 12 13

Transmitter IC-M37 IC-M37E IC-M37E (AUS)

Rated output power 6 W or 1 W 5 W or 1 W Modulation Variable reactance frequency modulation Maximum frequency deviation ±5 kHz Frequency error ±10 ppm ±1.5 kHz ±10 ppm Spurious emissions –68 dBc (typical) 0.25 μW 0.25 μW (typical) Adjacent channel power 70 dB Audio harmonic distortion

(at 60% Deviation) Residual modulation 40 dB Audio frequency response +1 dB ~ –3 dB of 6 dB octave from 300 Hz ~ 3000 Hz

Receiver IC-M37 IC-M37E IC-M37E (AUS)

Sensitivity (typical)

Squelch sensitivity (typical) (at threshold)

Audio output power (at 10% distortion)

External

(with 4 Ω)

Internal

(with 8 Ω)

0.25 μV

at 12 dB SINAD

0.25 μV –5 dBμ

0.3 W (typical) 0.2 W

10%

–4 dBμ

at 20 dB SINAD

0.7 W (typical)

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SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

■ Specications

Receiver IC-M37 IC-M37E IC-M37E (AUS)

Adjacent channel selectivity 70 dB (typical) 70 dB 65 dB Spurious response Intermodulation 70 dB (typical) 68 dB 65 dB Hum and noise 40 dB Audio frequency response +1 dB ~ –3 dB of –6 dB octave from 300 Hz ~ 3000 Hz

70 dB

(typical)

70 dB 65 dB

■ Options

D Battery pack/Battery case

• BP-296 li-ion battery pack

Voltage: 3.6 V Capacity: 2200 mAh (minimum),

Battery life: Approximately 12 hours* * When the Power Save function is ON,

and the operating periods are calculated under the following conditions: TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90

• BP-297

Battery case for 3 × AAA (LR03) alkaline

batteries.

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

2350 mAh (typical)

battery case

D Charger

• BC-235 desktop charger

+BC-217 ac adapter

To rapidly charge a battery pack.

• BC-238

+OPC-2416 dc power cable

To rapidly charge a battery pack.

multi charger

L The AD-138 charger adapters are installed.

D Others

• FA-SC59V antenna

• MB-133 belt clip

• HM-213 speaker microphone

Full sized waterproof speaker

microphone including alligator type clip to attach to your shirt or collar, and so on.

The HM-213 meets IP57 requirements for

dust protection and waterproof protection.

■ Using the BP-297

When using the optional BP-297 battery case, install 3 × AAA (LR03) size Alkaline batteries.

CAUTION:

• NEVER incinerate used battery cells since internal battery gas

may cause them to rupture.

• NEVER expose a detached battery case to water. If the battery

case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it.

• NEVER use batteries whose insulated cover is damaged.

• NEVER insert the transceiver into the charger, and charge it

when the optional battery case is attached.

NOTE:

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

• Keep the battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to occasionally clean them.

• The transceiver may sink when the optional battery case is attached. (Depends on the weight of the installed batteries.)

• When using the optional battery case, the output power level is

xed at Low power.

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■ Using the HM-213

SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

Alligator type clip

To attach the speaker microphone to your shirt or collar.

PTT switch

Push to transmit. Release to receive.

Microphone Speaker

Turn the transceiver power OFF when connecting the HM-213.

NOTE:

• NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes wet, BE SURE to

dry it before attaching to the transceiver.

• The microphone element is located at the top of the speaker microphone, as shown in

the illustration above. To maximize the readability of your transmitted audio, hold the microphone approximately 5 ~ 10 cm (2 ~ 4 inches) from your mouth, and then speak

at your normal voice level.

D Attaching the HM-213

1. Turn OFF the power.

2. Insert the speaker microphone connector into the [SP/MIC] connector and securely screw it, as shown below.

L Be careful not to cross-thread the connection.

CAUTION: Attach the speaker microphone’s connector securely to prevent accidental loss, or water intrusion into the connector.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

11 12 13 14 15

Detaching: Rotate the [SP/MIC] cap counter-

clockwise, and then detach it.

Attaching: Attach the [SP/MIC] cap, and then

rotate it clockwise completely.

NOTE: KEEP the transceiver’s [SP/MIC] cap attached when the speaker microphone is not used. If the cover is not attached, water will get into the transceiver. Moreover, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the connector gets wet.

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VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST

■ For IC-M37 (USA and EXP) and IC-M37E (AUS)

NOTE:

When the “CH Display” is set to “4d” in the Set mode, the channel number is displayed in 4 digits. See

page 19 for details. (Example: Channel 78A is displayed as “1078,” channel 78b is displayed as “2078.”)

Channel Number Frequency (MHz)

USA INT CAN Transmit Receive

01 01 156.050 160.650

01A 01A*

156.050 156.050 02 02 156.100 160.700 03 03 156.150 160.750 04 156.200 160.800

04A 156.200 156.200

05A*

156.250 160.850

05A 05A 156.250 156.250

06 06 06 156.300 156.300

07 156.350 160.950

07A 07A*

07A 156.350 156.350 08 08 08 156.400 156.400 09 09 09 156.450 156.450 10 10 10 156.500 156.500 11 11 11 156.550 156.550 12 12 12 156.600 156.600

13*

13 13*1156.650 156.650

14 14 14 156.700 156.700

15*

15*215*1156.750 156.750

16 16 16 156.800 156.800

17*

17 17*1156.850 156.850 18 156.900 161.500

18A 18A*

18A 156.900 156.900

19 156.950 161.550

19A 19A 19A 156.950 156.950

19b RX only 161.550

20 20 20*

157.000 161.600

20A 20A 157.000 157.000

20b RX only 161.600

21 157.050 161.650

21A 21A*

21A 157.050 157.050

21b RX only 161.650

22 157.100 161.700

22A 22A*

23A 23A*

24 24* 25 25*

26 26* 27 27 27 157.350 161.950

28 28 28 157.400 162.000

22A 157.100 157.100

23 23 157.150 161.750

27A*

28A*

157.150 157.150

23b RX only 161.750

24 157.200 161.800 25 157.250 161.850

25b RX only 161.850

26 157.300 161.900

157.350 157.350

157.400 157.400

28b RX only 162.000

60 60 156.025 160.625

NOTE: Simplex channels, 21, 23, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in USA waters.

Channel Number Frequency (MHz)

USA INT CAN Transmit Receive

61 156.075 160.675

61A 156.075 156.075

62 156.125 160.725

62A 156.125 156.125

63 156.175 160.775

63A 63A*

63A 156.175 156.175

64 64 156.225 160.825

64A 156.225 156.225

65 156.275 160.875

65A 65A*

66A 66A*

67*

65A*1156.275 156.275

66 156.325 160.925

66A*1156.325 156.325

67 67 156.375 156.375 68 68 68 156.425 156.425 69 69 69 156.475 156.475 71 71 71 156.575 156.575 72 72 72 156.625 156.625 73 73 73 156.675 156.675 74 74 74 156.725 156.725

77*

75*

75*1156.775 156.775

76*

76*1156.825 156.825 77 77*1156.875 156.875 78 156.925 161.525

78A 78A 78A 156.925 156.925

78b RX only 161.525

79 156.975 161.575

79A 79A 79A 156.975 156.975

79b RX only 161.575

80 157.025 161.625

80A 80A*

81A 81A*

82A 82A*

83A 83A*

84 84* 85 85* 86 86*

80A 157.025 157.025 81 157.075 161.675

81A 157.075 157.075 82 157.125 161.725

82A 157.125 157.125 83 157.175 161.775

83A 157.175 157.175

83b RX only 161.775

84 157.225 161.825

85 157.275 161.875

86 157.325 161.925 87 87 87 157.375 157.375 88 88 88 157.425 157.425

*1 Low power only

Low power only except the AUS version

RX only

For only the USA and EXP versions

For only the AUS versions

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VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST

■ For IC-M37E (Except AUS)

NOTE:

When the “CH Display” is set to “4d” in the Set mode, the channel number is displayed in 4 digits. See

page 19 for details. (Example: Channel 78A is displayed as “1078,” channel 78b is displayed as “2078.”)

D International channels

Frequency (MHz)

Transmit

01 156.050 160.650 02 156.100 160.700 03 156.150 160.750 04 156.200 160.800 05 156.250 160.850 06 156.300 156.300 07 156.350 160.950 08 156.400 156.400 09 156.450 156.450 10 156.500 156.500 11 156.550 156.550 12 156.600 156.600 13 156.650 156.650 14 156.700 156.700

15*

156.750 156.750

16 156.800 156.800

17*

156.850 156.850

Low power only

UK Marina Channels:

M1=37A (157.850 MHz) for the UK and HOL versions, M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for only the UK version

For only the HOL version

Receive

D USA channels

Frequency (MHz)

Transmit

01A 156.050 156.050 05A 156.250 156.250

06 156.300 156.300

07A 156.350 156.350

08 156.400 156.400 09 156.450 156.450 10 156.500 156.500 11 156.550 156.550 12 156.600 156.600

13*

156.650 156.650

14 156.700 156.700

15*

156.750 156.750

16 156.800 156.800

Low power only

RX only

UK Marina Channels:

M1=37A (157.850 MHz) for the UK and HOL versions, M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for only the UK version

NOTE: Simplex channels, 21, 23, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in USA waters.

Receive

Frequency (MHz)

Transmit

18 156.900 161.500

19 156.950 161.550 1019 156.950 156.950 2019 RX only 161.550

20 157.000 161.600 1020 157.000 157.000 2020 RX only 161.600

21 157.050 161.650

22 157.100 161.700

23 157.150 161.750

24 157.200 161.800

25 157.250 161.850

26 157.300 161.900

27 157.350 161.950

28 157.400 162.000 31*1*3157.050 162.150 37A*2157.850 157.850

Frequency (MHz)

Transmit

156.850 156.850

17* 18A 156.900 156.900 19A 156.950 156.950

20 157.000 161.600 20A 157.000 157.000 21A 157.050 157.050 22A 157.100 157.100 23A 157.150 157.150

24 157.200 161.800

25 157.250 161.850

26 157.300 161.900

27 157.350 161.950

28 157.400 162.000

Receive

Frequency (MHz)

Transmit

60 156.025 160.625 61 156.075 160.675 62 156.125 160.725 63 156.175 160.775 64 156.225 160.825 65 156.275 160.825 66 156.325 160.925 67 156.375 156.375 68 156.425 156.425 69 156.475 156.475 71 156.575 156.575 72 156.625 156.625 73 156.675 156.675 74 156.725 156.725

75*

156.775 156.775

76*

156.825 156.825

77 156.875 156.825

Frequency (MHz)

Transmit

37A*3157.850 157.850

63A 156.175 156.175 65A 156.275 156.275 66A 156.325 156.325

67*

156.375 156.375 68 156.425 156.425 69 156.475 156.475 71 156.575 156.575 72 156.625 156.625 73 156.675 156.675 74 156.725 156.725

77*

156.875 156.725

78A 156.925 156.925

Receive

Frequency (MHz)

Transmit

78 156.928 161.525 1078 156.925 156.925 2078 RX only 161.525

79 156.975 161.575 1079 156.975 156.975 2079 RX only 161.575

80 157.025 161.625

81 157.075 161.675

82 157.125 161.725

83 157.175 161.775

84 157.225 161.825

85 157.275 161.875

86 157.325 161.925

87 157.325 157.375

88 157.425 157.425

P4*

161.425 161.425

Frequency (MHz)

Transmit

79A 156.975 156.975 80A 157.025 157.025 81A 157.075 157.075 82A 157.125 157.125 83A 157.175 157.175

84 157.225 161.825 85 157.275 161.875 86 157.325 157.325 87 157.375 157.375 88 157.425 157.425

P4*

161.425 161.425

Receive

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

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The transceiver does not turn ON�

z The battery is exhausted.

z The battery pack is not correctly attached.

Little or no sound comes from the speaker�

z Squelch level is set too high.

z Volume level is set too low.

z The speaker has been exposed to water.

You cannot transmit, or cannot select high power�

z Some channels are set for low power or receive only by regulations.

z The output power is set to low.

Scan does not start�

z More than 2 favorite channels are not set.

No beep sounds�

z The Key Beep function is OFF.

TROUBLESHOOTING

→ Recharge the battery pack. (p. 8)

→ Correctly reattach the battery pack. (p. 3)

→ Adjust the squelch level. (p. 12)

→ Adjust the volume level.

→ Use the AquaQuake Water Draining function to remove water from the speaker grill.

(p. 12)

→ Change channels. (p. 9)

→ Push [Hi/Lo] to select high power. (p. 4)

→ Set the Favorite channels. (p. 15)

→ Turn ON the Key Beep function. (p. 18)

The keypad does not work�

z The keypad is locked.

→ Hold down [

] for 1 second to lock or unlock the keypad. (p. 4)

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INDEX

AD-138 ........................ 22

Antenna ......................... 2

AquaQuake.................. 12

ATIS

ATIS code ............... 20

Auto Scan .................... 18

Auto SP Line Convert .. 19

Backlight ...................... 18

Battery case................. 22

Battery caution............... 6

Battery charger .............. 8

Battery pack............. 3, 22

BC-217 ........................ 22

BC-235 ........................ 22

BC-238 ........................ 22

Beep ............................ 18

Belt clip .......................... 2

BP-296

Battery life ............... 22

Charging time ............ 8

BP-297......................... 22

Using ....................... 22

Call channel

Selecting ................... 9

Setting ..................... 13

Channel

Group ........................ 9

Selecting ................... 9

Channel 16

Selecting ................... 9

Charger........................ 22

Charging caution ........... 7

CH Display................... 19

CH History function...... 13

Contrast ....................... 18

Delay Timer Subfunction

......................... 19

Dual/Tri-watch ............. 18

Operation ................ 16

Dualwatch .................... 16

Favorite channels

Clearing ................... 15

Selecting ................. 15

Setting ..................... 15

Float’n Flash ................ 19

Float’n Flash Alarm ...... 19

Float’n Flash Power Save

......................... 19

Front panel .................... 4

Function display............. 5

HM-213

Attaching ................. 23

Using ....................... 23

Low Battery Alarm ....... 19

Monitor function ........... 12

OPC-2416................ 8, 22

Options ........................ 22

Panel description ........... 4

Power OFF Subfunction

......................... 13

Battery Voltage ........ 13

Emergency .............. 13

Flash ....................... 13

Light ........................ 13

Power Save ................. 18

Receiving ......................11

Scan

Normal .................... 14

Priority ..................... 14

Starting .................... 15

Scan Timer .................. 18

Scan Type .................... 18

Set mode

Items ....................... 18

Using ....................... 17

Side panel...................... 4

Specications .............. 21

SP Line Convert function

..........................11

SQL Key Action ........... 18

Squelch level ............... 12

Top panel ....................... 4

Transmitting ..................11

Tri-watch ...................... 16

Volume

Loud ........................ 12

Mute ........................ 12

Weather Alert ............... 10

Setting ..................... 10

Weather channels ........ 10

WX Alert....................... 18

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

13 14 15 16 17 18

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

Icom IC-M37, IC-M37E Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

OPERATING RULES

ACCESSORIES

PANEL DESCRIPTION

BATTERY CHARGING

BASIC OPERATION

AquaQuake Water Draining function

SCAN OPERATION

SET MODE

SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX