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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely
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instructions for the IC-U20SR.
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Section 1
PANEL DESCRIPTION
Front, top and left side panels ����������������������������������������������������������1-2
D Operating keys �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������1-2D About the Software Key functions ������������������������������������������������������������1-2
Right side panel ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������1-3
Function display �������������������������������������������������������������������������������1-3
D Connectors �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������1-3
• Hold down for 1 second to turn ON the transceiver�
• Hold down for 2 seconds to turn OFF the transceiver�
[PTT]
Microphone
[Side]*
[CH/SET]
[ ]
* Dealer assignable�
Function
display
[MONI]
]
[
[▲]/[▼]
[CH/SET] key
• On the Standby screen, push to enter or exit the
Channel Select mode�
• On the Standby screen, hold down for 1 second to
enter the Set mode�
• In the Set mode, push to move between the setting
items, and hold down for 1 second to return to the
Standby screen�
[▲]/[▼] key
• On the Standby screen, push to adjust the audio
level�
• In the Set mode and the Channel Select mode,
push to select a value�
[MONI] key
While holding down this key, the Monitor function is
ON in the Standby screen�
[] key
On the Standby screen, hold down for 1 second to
turn the Lock function ON or OFF�
DAbout the Software Key functions
The [Top] and [Side] key functions are dealer
assignable� See page 1-4 for details�
The following Software keys are assigned by default:
KeyAssigned Software
[Top]Emergency
[Side]S-Ring/C-Ring
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1
PANEL DESCRIPTION
Right side panel
Speaker
microphone jack
USB connector
(Type-C) [USB]
DConnectors
SPEAKER MICROPHONE JACK
To connect an optional speaker microphone or
headset�
USB CONNECTOR (Type-C) [USB]
For only charging the battery�
L The USB connector does not support USB Power
Delivery (USB PD) or data communication�
CAUTION: DO NOT use the transceiver without
the connector covers or the optional equipment
attached�
The transceiver meets IP54 requirements for
dust-tight and splash resistance only when the
connector covers or the optional HM-183LS speaker
microphone is attached�
Function display
1 2 3
1 TX ICON
Displayed while transmitting�
2 ANTENNA ICON
• Displayed while the channel is busy (receiving)�
• Blinks while the monitor function is turned ON�
3SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR
Displays the relative receive signal strength level�
4SCAN ICON
• Displayed when the channel is selected as a scan
target channel�
• Blinks while scanning�
5VOX ICON
Displayed when the VOX function is ON�
567
4
8
6 KEY LOCK ICON
Displayed when the Key Lock function is ON�
7BATTERY INDICATOR
• Blinks while charging�
• Displays the remaining battery charge�
Indication*
Battery
Status
* Blinks when the battery charge decreases to a set
level�
8 ALPHANUMERIC READOUT
Displays messages such as channel number�
FullMid
Charging
required
Battery
exhausted
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1
PANEL DESCRIPTION
Assignable Software Key functions
Null
No function�
Emergency
1� Hold down during the Emer SW ON Timer period
to enter the Emergency mode�
2� After the Reminder Timer period has passed, an
Alert-Ring call is automatically transmitted once or
repeatedly�
NOTE: Set the related settings using the
programming software�
L Hold down during the Emer SW OFF Timer period to
cancel the Emergency function before transmitting an
Alert-Ring call�
S-Ring/C-Ring
• Push to make a Smart-Ring call�
• Hold down to make a Call-Ring call�
Scan Start/Stop
• Push to start or cancel a scan�
• When the scan starts with the Power ON Scan
function, push to pause the scan� The paused scan
resumes after the period time entered in the Auto
Reset Timer has passed�
• Hold down this key while a scan pauses by
detecting a signal on a channel, and then the
channel is removed from the scan group�
The removed channel is automatically added to the
scan group after the scan is canceled�
Surveillance
Push to turn the Surveillance function ON or OFF�
When this function is turned ON, the beep does not
sound, and the backlight does not light, even when a
signal is received, or a key is pushed�
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Section 2
BASIC OPERATION
Turning ON the transceiver ��������������������������������������������������������������2-2
D Turning ON the transceiver ����������������������������������������������������������������������2-2D Adjusting the audio level ��������������������������������������������������������������������������2-2
Selecting a channel ��������������������������������������������������������������������������2-2
D Selecting an operating channel ����������������������������������������������������������������2-2
Receiving and transmitting ���������������������������������������������������������������2-3
D Receiving �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-3D Transmitting����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-3D Transmitting notes ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-3
NOTE: Before using the transceiver for the first time,
the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum
life and operation� See the BASIC MANUAL for
details�
z Hold down [
transceiver�
z Hold down [ ] for 2 seconds to turn OFF the
transceiver�
] for 1 second to turn ON the
Selecting a channel
DSelecting an operating channel
1� On the Standby screen, push [CH/SET]�
• Enters the Channel Select mode, and the channel
number blinks�
2� Push [▲] or [▼] to select a channel, and then
push [CH/SET] to apply the setting�
• Returns to the Standby screen�
<Power ON Scan operation>
Depending on the presetting, when the user turns ON
the transceiver, a scan automatically starts� The scan
stops when a call is received�
[ ]
DAdjusting the audio level
z On the Standby screen, push [▲] or [▼] to adjust
the audio volume�
L The volume can be adjusted between 0 and 32�
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2
BASIC OPERATION
Receiving and transmitting
DReceiving
When a call is received, the antenna icon is displayed�
z Push [▲] or [▼] to adjust the audio output level to a
comfortable listening level�
DTransmitting
z While holding down [PTT], speak at your normal
voice level�
• The “” icon is displayed while [PTT] is held
down�
[PTT]
DTransmitting notes
Transmit inhibit function
The transceiver has several inhibit functions which
restrict transmission under the following conditions:
• The channel is busy� However, depending on the
presetting, you can transmit when a call is received
that includes a non-matching (or matching) CTCSS
(DTCS)�
• The selected channel is a ‘receive only’ channel�
Time-Out Timer
If continuous transmission exceeds the preset
Time-Out Timer time, the transmission is cut off�
Penalty timer
After the Time-Out Timer cuts off the transmission, the
transmission is further inhibited for a preset penalty
period of time�
IMPORTANT:
To maximize the readability of your signal:
1� After pushing [PTT], pause briefly before you
start speaking�
2� Hold the microphone 5 ~ 10 cm from your mouth,
then speak at your normal voice level�
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2
BASIC OPERATION
Call-Ring operationSmart-Ring operation
This function sends the preset ringer to your group
members�
z Hold down [S-Ring/C-Ring] for at least 1 second to
send the preset ringer�
• The “” icon is displayed�
• The ringer may sound while holding down
[S-Ring/C-Ring], depending on the setting�
• The same ringer sounds from your group
members’ speakers�
NOTE: To use this function, the operating channel
and CTCSS tone or DTCS code must be the same
on all of your group’s transceivers�
This function can judge whether the other station
is within range or out of range� A transceiver that
receives a Smart-Ring call from another transceiver
sounds the Ringer melody�
The called transceivers automatically send an answer
back call to your transceiver�
1� Push [S-Ring/C-Ring] to make a Smart-Ring call�
• The “” icon is displayed�
• When an answer back call is received, the
transceiver sounds the Ringer melody and
displays “SR OK”�
• When no answer back call is received, the
transceiver sounds three short failure beeps and
displays “SR NG”�
2� Push any key to stop the Ringer melody�
3� Push [PTT] to transmit, if necessary�
[PTT]
NOTE:
• To use this function, the operating channel and
CTCSS tone must be the same on all of your
group’s transceivers�
• This function can be operated for channels which
CTCSS tone is set for�
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Section 3
ADVANCED OPERATION
Emergency function ��������������������������������������������������������������������������3-2
D Transmitting an Alert-Ring call �����������������������������������������������������������������3-2
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3
[Emergency]
[KEY]
ADVANCED OPERATION
Emergency function
IMPORTANT: It is recommended that the dealer sets up an Emergency channel to provide a reliable Emergency
Alert-Ring call operation�
NOTE: Depending on the presetting, the following functions may be automatically activated�
Auto RX function
After transmitting an Alert-Ring call, the transceiver stands by in the Audible mode for a preset period of time�
D Transmitting an Alert-Ring call
• When the transceiver enters the Emergency mode, a countdown starts� The transceiver counts down during the
Reminder Timer set time�
• Before the Reminder Timer set time expires, the transceiver transmits an Alert-Ring call once, or repeatedly*, on
the specified Emergency channel�
* Depending on the presetting�
If no Emergency channel is specified, the Alert-Ring call is made on the previously selected channel�
If the Own ID is set up, you can send the PTT ID with the Alert-Ring call on the MDC 1200 system to know who is calling�
If the transceiver is set for the Silent operation, it transmits an Alert-Ring call without a beep sounding�
• The transceiver automatically transmits a repeat Alert-Ring call until the user turns OFF the transceiver�
The transceiver enters the Emergency mode through the following functions:
The [Emergency] key
When a user holds down [Emergency] for the Emer
SW ON Timer preset time�
If a user holds down [Emergency] for the Emer SW OFF
Timer set time before the Reminder Timer expires, the
Emergency mode is canceled�
Enters the
Emergency mode.
ON Timer
[Emergency]
Operation
Reminder TimerEmergency Timer
Time
Sends an
Alert-Ring call.
If holding down [Emergency]
during the Reminder Timer,
the Emergency mode is
canceled.
The Lone Worker function
When no operation occurs for the ON Timer preset time�
If a user pushes any key before the Reminder Timer set
time expires, the Emergency mode is canceled�
[PTT][PTT][PTT]
Operation
Enters the
Emergency mode.
ON Timer
No operation
is detected.
Reminder Timer
Time
Sends an
Alert-Ring call.
Emergency Timer
If pushing any key
during the Reminder
Timer, the Emergency
mode is canceled.
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Section 4
USER SET MODE
User Set mode description ���������������������������������������������������������������4-2
D Operation in the User Set mode ��������������������������������������������������������������4-2
User Set mode items ������������������������������������������������������������������������4-2
D Ringer type of Smart Ringer ���������������������������������������������������������������������4-4
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4
USER SET MODE
User Set mode description
The user can enter the “User Set Mode” to customize
certain transceiver setting�
DOperation in the User Set mode
Example: Changing the Beep level 1 to 4�
1� Hold down [CH/SET] for 1 second to enter the Set
mode�
2� Push [CH/SET] to select an item�
(Example: Selecting Beep level(BV))
3� Push [▲] or [▼] to select an option.
(Example: Selecting Level 4)
4� Hold down [CH/SET] for 1 second to return to the
Standby screen�
User Set mode items
Item
Backlight
Beep
Beep Level
Ringer Level
Announce
SQL Level
Mic Gain
VOX
VOX Gain
Call-Ring Pattern
Smart-Ring Pattern
* Displayed when the optional headset is connected
with the OPC-2006LS
Backlight
Sets the Backlight status�
• OFF: Turns OFF the backlight�
• Auto: When pushing any key (except [PTT]), the
• ON: The backlight turns ON all the time�
(Squelch Level)
(Microphone Gain)
plugadaptercable.
backlight automatically turns ON for 5 seconds�
Display
BL
BE
BV
RV
AN
SQ
MG
VX*
VG*
CR
SR
Beep
Turns the key-touch beeps and the Channel
Announce function ON or OFF�
Beep Level
Sets the beep and announce output level�
• Range: 1 ~ 4
Ringer Level
Sets the ringer level�
• Range: 1 ~ 4
Announce
Turn the Channel Announce function ON or OFF�
When the Channel Announce function is ON, the
transceiver announces the selected channel number�
L When the Beep function is OFF, the Announce function is
automatically OFF�
SQL Level (Squelch Level)
Sets the squelch level to high or low�
Mic Gain
Sets the microphone sensitivity� Higher values make
the microphone more sensitive to the user’s voice�
Turns the VOX function ON or OFF�
When the VOX function is ON, receiving and
transmitting are automatically switched by detecting
sounds�
NOTE: To use the function, a headset and the
optional OPC-2006LS plugadaptercable are
required (purchase separately)�
VOX Gain
Sets the VOX gain�
Higher values make the VOX function more sensitive
to sounds�
• Range: 1 ~ 10
Call-Ring Pattern
Sets the Call-Ring Pattern to call by placing a melody
on the transmission modulation�
L The Call-Ring Pattern function is available 16 types of
Melody patterns for use with the Call-Ring function�
Smart-Ring Pattern
Sets the ringer type that sounds when a Smart Ringer
is received�
L See page 4-4 for details of Ringer Type�
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4
50 mSec
50 mSec
50 mSec50 mSec50 mSec
50 mSec50 mSec
50 mSec
50 mSec
50 mSec
100 mSec100 mSec100 mSec
50 mSec50 mSec50 mSec
40 mSec 40 mSec 40 mSec 40 mSec 40 mSec40 mSec
40 mSec
120 mSec
USER SET MODE
User Set mode items
DRinger type of Smart Ringer
Options Ringer typeDescription
NUNullThe state of the ringer does not change�
OFOFFTurns OFF the ringer�
1PiOne high ring sounds once�
2PiPiTwo high rings sound once�
3Pi-One high long ring sounds once�
4PiPiPiPiPiFive high rings sound once�
High 1
Freq
High 1
Freq
High 1
Freq
5PiRo1The following ringer pattern sounds only once�
High 1
Freq
Low Freq
High 1
Freq
Low Freq
6PiRo2The following ringer pattern sounds twice�
High 2
Freq
High 1
Freq
High 2
Freq
High 1
Freq
High 2
Freq
OFFOFFOFF
High 1
High 1
Freq
Freq
High 1
Freq
High 2
Freq
OFFOFF
Low Freq
High 1
Freq
High 1
Freq
OFF
1RPi/ROne high ring repeatedly sounds during the ringer repeat timer period�
2RPiPi/RTwo high rings repeatedly sound during the ringer repeat timer period�
3RPi-/ROne high long ring sounds during the ringer repeat timer period�
4RPiPiPiPiPi/R Five high rings sound during the ringer repeat timer period�
5RPiRo1/ROne high and one low rings repeatedly sound during the ringer repeat timer period�
6RPiRo2/ROne high and one low rings rapidly and repeatedly sound during the ringer repeat timer
period�
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Section 5
OTHER FUNCTIONS
ID Set mode operation ���������������������������������������������������������������������5-2
Channel Set mode operation ������������������������������������������������������������5-3
Reassigning a key function ��������������������������������������������������������������5-6
VOX function ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5-7
D Optional unit connection ���������������������������������������������������������������������������5-7D Turning the VOX function ON or OFF ������������������������������������������������������5-7
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5
OTHER FUNCTIONS
ID Set mode operation
PTT ID function on the MDC 1200 system can send an Own ID with an Alert-Ring call to identify the callers� (p� 3-2)
You can rewrite the Own ID with the transceiver�
1� Turn OFF the transceiver�
2� Hold down [], [MONI], and [ ] to enter the ID
Set mode�
• “ID ST”, and then the current Own ID is displayed�
3� Push [CH/SET] to edit the Own ID�
• The first digit of the current Own ID blinks�
4� Push [▲] or [▼] to select a number.
5� Push [CH/SET] to move to the right�
6� Repeat step 4 and step 5 to enter all 4 digits�
7� Hold down [ ] for 2 seconds to turn OFF the
transceiver to exit the ID Set mode�
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5
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Channel Set mode operation
This function is convenient to rewrite Frequency, CTCSS tone, and DTCS code which are not assigned to the
memory channel�
L The Frequency can be changed from 16 channels�
z Procedures
Turning ON the transceiver (p� 5-3)
Selecting a channel (p� 5-3)
Selecting an operating frequency (p� 5-3)
Selecting a tone type (p� 5-4)
Setting a CTCSS tone (p� 5-4)
Setting a DTCS code (p� 5-5)
1� Turn OFF the transceiver�
2� Hold down [Side], [], and [ ] to turn ON the transceiver and enter the Channel Set mode�
• “CH ST,” and then channel number is displayed�
1. Selecting a channel
3� Push [▲] or [▼] to select a desired channel.
4� Push [CH/SET] to set the channel�
2. Selecting an operating frequency
5� Push [▲] or [▼] to select a desired frequency number.
• “FT” and the currently selected frequency number
are displayed�
6� Push [CH/SET] to set the number�
• Frequency number list
NumberFrequency (MHz)NumberFrequency (MHz)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
446�006250
446�018750
446�031250
446�043750
446�056250
446�068750
446�081250
446�093750
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
446�106250
446�118750
446�131250
446�143750
446�156250
446�168750
446�181250
446�193750
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
Channel Set mode operation
3. Selecting a tone type
7� Push [▲] or [▼] to select a desired tone type.
8� Push [CH/SET] to set the tone type�
When you select the CTCSS tone:
• The current CTCSS tone number is displayed�
➥Go to ʽ4. Setting a CTCSS toneʼ below.
When you select the DTCS code:
• The current DTCS code number is displayed�
➥Go to ʽ5. Setting a DTCS codeʼ on the next page.
4. Setting a CTCSS tone
9� Push [▲] or [▼] to select the desired CTCSS tone number.
10� Push [CH/SET] to set the number�
L When you select No� 01-84, the code polarity is Normal�
When you select No� 101-184, the code polarity is Inverse�
Recommended DTCS codes
023
025
026
031
032
043
047
051
When you want to change another channel setting:
➥Go to ʽ1. Selecting a channelʼ on page 5-3.
When you want to exit the Channel Set mode:
➥Go to ʽ6. Exiting the Channel Set modeʼ below.
6. Exiting the Channel Set mode
13� Hold down [
054
065
071
072
073
074
114
115
116
125
131
132
134
143
152
155
] for 2 seconds to turn OFF the transceiver, save the settings, and exit the Channel Set mode�
156
162
165
172
174
205
223
226
243
244
245
251
261
263
265
271
306
311
315
331
343
346
351
364
365
371
411
412
413
423
431
432
445
464
465
466
503
506
516
532
546
565
606
612
624
627
631
632
654
662
664
703
712
723
731
732
734
743
754
TIP: You can check your current channel information by following the steps�
1� Turn OFF the transceiver�
2� Push [▲] and [ ] to enter Channel Information mode�
• Displays the current CTCSS tone number, the DTCS code number and frequency number�
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5
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Reassigning a key function
You can reassign another function to the [Side] and [Top] programmable function keys�
1� Turn OFF the transceiver�
2� Hold down [], [Top], and [ ] to enter the Key
Assignment mode�
• “KY ST” is displayed�
3� Push [Side] or [Top] to select the key that you
want to reassign�
4� Push [▲] or [▼] to select a desired key function.
When the surveillance
function is assigned to
[Side]
When the scan function
is assigned to [Top]
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5
OTHER FUNCTIONS
VOX function
The VOX function toggles the transceiver between transmit and receive by your voice� This function provides
hands-free operation�
To use the VOX function, the optional OPC-2006LS plugadaptercableand an optional headset (HS-94, HS-95,
or HS-97) are required�
DOptional unit connection
1� Turn OFF the transceiver�
2� Connect an optional headset and OPC-2006LS as
shown to the right�
OPC-2006LS
Turn OFF
* You can also use this function with the optional HS-95 or
HS-97�
DTurning the VOX function ON or OFF
You can turn the VOX function ON or OFF in the Set mode�
See page 4-3 for details�
L When the VOX function is ON, is displayed on the Standby screen�
D Battery charging ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6-2D Charging directly ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6-2D Charging on the cradle ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6-2D Rapid charging the battery pack ��������������������������������������������������������������6-3
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OPTIONS
Battery charging
DBattery charging
• Fully charge the transceiver before using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for more than 2 months�
The charger automatically restarts charging when the battery voltage drops�
• Disconnect the AC adapter from the outlet when not charging the battery�
• Use the supplied USB cable�
• The battery icon on the function display blinks while charging and lights when the charging has been completed�
DCharging directly
USB
Type-C
To the [USB] connector
Turn OFF
To an AC adapter or a PC
(User supplied)
USB cable
DCharging on the cradle
Turn OFF
Charging cradle
(BC-262)
NOTE: Be sure the
tabs on the transceiver
are correctly aligned
with the guide rails
inside the cradle�
Tabs
Guide rails
USB cable
USB Type-C
L Charging together
with one cable is not
supported� Charge by
inserting a cable into
each charger�
Charging time: Approximately 5�5 hours with 5 V/1 A input
NOTE for charging with a USB cable:
• Use a 5 V/1 A output AC adapter�
• USB Power Delivery (USB PD) is not supported�
• The charging time may differ, depending on the current� When you use a lower than 1 A output AC adapter or PC, it may take longer to
charge, or the battery may not be charged�
• Before using the AC adapter, thoroughly read its instructions�
NOTE: If “Q ER” is displayed, a charging error has occurred�
• Disconnect the USB cable or AC adapter, and then connect properly�
• Properly install the battery pack to the transceiver�
• Properly insert the transceiver into the charging cradle�
• Charge the battery pack within the specified temperature range: 15°C ~ 40°C�
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OPTIONS
Battery charging
DRapid charging the battery pack
You can charge the battery pack with the optional BC-264 batterycharger�
Install the supplied battery pack so that the terminals of the battery pack and the battery charger meet�
Charging time: Approximately 3�8 hours with 5 V/1 A input
NOTE: Charging time will be longer in extremely hot or cold environments�
We recommend charging between 15°C ~ 40°C�
L The battery pack can be charged by the charging with
USB cable
BC-262 inserted�
USB Type-C
Battery pack
BC-264
Charging indicator
• Lights orange: Charging
• Not lit: Battery not installed or
charging completed
BC-264
Charging
indicator
Charging cradle
(BC-262)
Battery pack
USB
Type-C
USB cable
NOTE for charging with a USB cable:
• Use a 5 V/1 A output AC adapter�
• USB Power Delivery (USB PD) is not supported�
• The charging time may differ, depending on the current� When you use a lower than 1 A output AC adapter or PC, it may take longer to
charge, or the battery may not be charged�
• Before using the AC adapter, thoroughly read its instructions�
TIP: To remove the battery pack, slide the battery pack and lift it up in the direction of the arrow�