
In situations where a higher volume level is required, 
you can use the an optional external speaker (SP-30/ 
SP-35).
NOTE: 
 • Turn OFF the transceiver and speakerphone before 
connecting the speaker.
 • The internal speaker is muted while an external 
speaker is connected.
To [SP]
External speaker
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide 
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a 
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and 
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications. However, there is 
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. 
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio 
or television reception, which can be determined by turning 
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try 
to correct the interference by one or more of the following 
measures:
 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 • Increase the separation between the equipment and 
receiver.
 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different 
from that to which the receiver is connected.
 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician 
for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modifi cations not expressly 
approved by the party responsible for compliance could 
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
INSTRUCTIONS
SPEAKERPHONE UNIT
VE-SP1
WORD
RDANGER!
RWARNING!
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
NOTE
Personal death, serious injury or an 
explosion may occur.
Personal injury, fi re hazard or electric 
shock may occur.
Recommended for optimum use. No risk of 
personal injury, fi re or electric shock.
DEFINITION
Thank you for choosing this Icom product. 
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely 
before using this product.
The crossed-out wheeled-bin 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.
Input voltage:   12 ~ 16 V DC or the specifi ed 
Icom power adapter (BC-242)
Operating temperature range:
  −10°C ~ +60°C, 14°F ~ 140°F
  ( When using the power adapter:
10°C ~ 40°C, 50°F ~ 104°F)
Current drain:  Less than 1.0 A
Stand-by power:   600 μA 
(When using alkaline batteries)
AF output power:   More than 1.1 W at 10% 
distortion with an 8 Ω load
Microphone output level: 
  5 mVrms ± 20% 
 ( 
Microphone input level: 10 mVrms
(Measurement condition: 1 kHz))
Charging current:   700 mA ± 10% (rapid charging) 
Dimensions (approximate):
216.8 (W) × 52.8 (H) × 173.3 (D) mm,
8.5 (W) × 2.1 (H) × 6.8 (D) inch 
(projections not included)
Weight (approximate):
   595 g, 1 lb 5 oz 
(without the supplied accessories)
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
May 2019
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) 
this device may not cause harmful interference, and 
(2) this device must accept any interference received, 
including interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
ABOUT CE
Versions of the VE-SP1 which have the 
“CE” symbol on the product comply with the 
essential requirements of the 2014/30/EU 
directive for Electromagnetic Compatibility 
and the 2001/95/EC directive for General Product Safety.
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, fi res, 
earthquakes, storms, fl 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.
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A7516W-1EX  Printed in Japan
© 2019 Icom Inc.
R 
DANGER! NEVER charge or use a third-party or 
counterfeit battery pack or power adapter. Otherwise, a fi re 
and/or explosion may occur. Charge only the BP-271 and 
BP-272 battery packs. Only tested and approved for use with 
the BP-271 and BP-272. 
R DANGER! KEEP battery packs away from fi re. Fire or  
heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of an 
used battery pack in accordance with local regulations. 
R WARNING! NEVER charge the battery packs during a  
lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause 
a fi re or damage the battery pack or transceiver. Always 
disconnect the power adapter before a storm. 
R WARNING! NEVER modify the speakerphone and/ or 
power adapter. This may cause a fi re hazard or electric 
shock. 
R WARNING! NEVER use deteriorated battery packs. They 
could cause a fi re.
CAUTION: DO NOT charge the battery packs in areas with 
extremely high temperatures, such as near fi 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. 
CAUTION: DO NOT insert the battery packs (with/without 
the transceiver) into the speakerphone if it is wet or soiled. 
This could corrode the speakerphone terminals or damage 
the speakerphone. The speakerphone is not waterproof. 
CAUTION: DO NOT let metal, wire, and so on, touch any 
internal parts of the speakerphone. 
CAUTION: DO NOT charge the battery in conditions of 
extreme cold (under 10°C, 50°F), or extreme heat (over 
40°C, 104˚F).
The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of 
the specifi ed temperature range. Additionally, battery 
performance or battery life may be reduced. 
CAUTION: DO NOT use the speakerphone with the power 
adapter when it is covered by objects that impede heat 
dispersal.
CAUTION: Occasionally observe the battery pack 
condition while charging. If any abnormal condition occurs, 
discontinue using the battery pack. 
USE INDOORS ONLY! NEVER expose the speakerphone 
and the power adapter to rain, snow or any liquids. 
Always place the speakerphone in a secure place to avoid 
inadvertent use by unauthorized person. 
USE only specifi ed accessories. Using third party or 
counterfeit may result in a fi re hazard or electric shock.
KEEP the speakerphone away from TV sets or radios to 
prevent interference. 
MAKE SURE battery and speakerphone contacts are 
always clean. Otherwise, battery packs may not be charged 
properly. 
Be careful of the battery pack’s temperature—when the 
battery pack is extremely cold, the speakerphone cannot 
charge the pack. 
When the speakerphone is not in use, disconnect the power 
adapter from an AC outlet. The power adapter consumes 
power when connected to the AC outlet. 
When the operating period becomes extremely short after 
full charging, the battery pack has reached the end of its life 
and a new battery pack must be purchased.
NOTE: If your battery packs seem to have no capacity 
even after being fully charged, completely discharge them, 
then fully charge them again. If they still do not retain 
a charge (or very little), a new battery packs must be 
purchased.
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 • Teleconference Call System with the Icom IP 
Transceiver
  The VE-SP1 is the option for the Icom IP transceiver.
For compatible models, see the Icom website.
  The IP501H and IP503H are usable, as of May, 2019.
For IP transceiver operation, see the IP transceiver 
manual posted on the Icom website.
 • External microphone (supplied) and external 
speaker (option) are available
 • Battery pack can be charged when the power 
adapter is connected
 • You can use the VE-SP1 with AA (LR6) size 
alkaline batteries
  The battery pack cannot be charged.
Microphone
3
Speaker
1 2
4
567 8
Item Quantity
 • Connection cable (OPC-2397) ................................. 1
 • External microphone (SM-1) .................................... 1
 • Power adapter (BC-242) .......................................... 1
  Alkaline batteries are not supplied.
 ■ IP Transceiver
NOTE: 
 • You can use the VE-SP1 with the IP transceiver 
that the fi rmware is updated for the VE-SP1.
Ask your dealer for details of the IP transceiver 
fi rmware.
 • You can use the VE-SP1 when “Speakerphone 
Unit” is set to “Use” in the transceiver set mode.
 • Turn OFF the transceiver and speakerphone before 
connecting.
 • Use with the IP transceiver inserted in the VE-SP1.
Turn OFF
Connection 
cable
AC Outlet
Power 
adapter
 ■ External microphone
You can use [PTT] on the external microphone that is 
connected to the speakerphone. 
Connect the microphone to the speakerphone, as 
shown below.
NOTE: 
 • Turn OFF the transceiver and speakerphone before 
connecting the microphone.
 • Place the external microphone 1 m (3.3 ft) away 
from the speakerphone.
To [MIC]
[PTT]
SM-1
TIP: 
 • If feedback occurs, turn the transceiver’s [PWR/VOL] 
counterclockwise to lower the volume level.
 • If noise is heard in the transmitted voice, place the 
speakerphone and microphone in a quiet place.
 • To prevent feedback, place the speakerphone and 
microphone in a place with little reverberation.
 • Place the speakerphone and microphone on a fl at  
desk.
The VE-SP1 can be operated with alkaline batteries. 
Remove the cover on the bottom, then set 8 AA (LR6) 
size alkaline batteries as shown below.
8 AA (LR6) size 
alkaline batteries
SLIDE
 Information
 • The battery life may differ, depending on the operating 
style, or the attached batteries.
 • Batteries may seem to have low capacity when used in 
low temperatures.
 • When the batteries are almost exhausted, the 
speakerphone is automatically turned OFF. Replace all 
batteries with new alkaline batteries.
NOTE: Remove the alkaline batteries when the 
VE-SP1 is not used.
1 CHARGER INDICATOR
  Lights when the power adapter is connected, and 
the IP transceiver or the battery pack is inserted.
  Lights orange: Charging 
  Lights green:  Charged 
  Blinks orange:  A charging error has occurred.
Reinsert the IP transceiver or the 
battery pack.
2 ON/OFF INDICATOR [ON/OFF]
 Lights when the speakerphone power is ON.
  [ON/OFF] does not light when you use with the 
transceiver battery. (The switch on the bottom is OFF.)
3 POWER SWITCH [POWER]
 Push to turn the speakerphone ON or OFF.
  [ON/OFF] is disable when you use with the transceiver 
battery. (The switch on the bottom is OFF.)
4 PTT SWITCH [PTT]
  Push to switch between transmitting and non- 
transmitting.
5 DC JACK [DC]
 Connect the supplied power adapter.
6 MICROPHONE JACK [MIC]
  Connect the supplied external microphone.
7 SPEAKER JACK [SP]
 Connect the optional external speaker.
8 TRANSCEIVER PORT [TRX]
 Connect the supplied connection cable.
When connecting the connection cable
 • Turn OFF the transceiver 
before connecting the 
cable.
 • Connect or remove the 
cable by holding the plug 
not cable.
 • Insert the plug securely 
when connecting the cable.
 • Attach the jack cover when 
the connection cable is not 
connected.
Plug
Jack cover
1. Turning ON the speakerphone
 Push [POWER] to turn ON the speakerphone.
 • [ON/OFF] lights.
2. Turning ON the transceiver
Turn the transceiver’s [PWR/VOL] clockwise to the 
12 o’clock position.
 • A beep sounds.
3. Transmitting
 Push [PTT], and then speak into the microphone.
 • The transceiver’s [TX/RX] indicator lights red. 
  Push [PTT] again to stop transmitting.
About the Time-out Timer:
When the continuous transmission period is set, the 
Time-out Timer automatically stops the transmission 
to prevent prolonged transmissions. 
Push [PTT], and then push [PTT] again to resume talking.
4. Receiving
  When a call is received, the transceiver’s [TX/RX] 
indicator lights green.
5. Talk while receiving a call
  While receiving a call, push [PTT] to talk in the Full 
Duplex mode like a telephone call.
 • In the Full Duplex mode, the transceiver’s [TX/RX] 
indicator lights orange.
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When no standard power source is available, set the 
switch on the bottom to OFF to use the VE-SP1 with 
the transceiver battery.
NOTE: Turn OFF the transceiver and speakerphone 
before switching the switch.
AMP
OFF ON
POWER
OFF ON
The switch
ON:  Use the power adapter, or alkaline batteries.
(Default)
OFF: Use the transceiver battery.
  [ON/OFF] does not light. 
  The speaker volume level will be lower when OFF 
is set.