Page 2 - SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
i SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio has been evaluated for compliance at the distanceof 2.5 cm with the FCC RF exposure limits for “OccupationalUse Only”. In addition, your Icom radio complies with the fol-lowing Standard...
Page 3 - RECOMMENDATION; FOREWORD; READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS; SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—; EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
ii RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESHWATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before opera- tion. Otherwise, the transceiver ’s keys, switches and con-trollers may become inoperable due to salt crystallization. NOTE: DO NOT remove the battery pack when cleaning the trans...
Page 4 - PRECAUTION; NEVER
iii PRECAUTION R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electricshock. R WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from exposed parts ofthe body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting....
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
iv SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............................................... iRECOMMENDATION ...................................................................... iiFOREWORD ................................................................................... iiIMPORTANT ..............................
Page 6 - OPERATING RULES; Priorities
1 OPERATING RULES 1 D Priorities • Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress callstake priority over all others. • You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. • False or fraudulent distress calls are ...
Page 7 - SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS; Supplied accessories; Attachments; Handstrap
2 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 1 2 ■ Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied: Qty. q Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 w Battery charger (BC-158) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 e Belt clip (MB-103Y) . ...
Page 9 - PANEL DESCRIPTION; Front, top and side panels
4 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 3 ■ Front, top and side panels q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. w MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC/SP] Connects the optional external microphone. NOTE: Attach the [MIC/SP] cap when the optional speaker-microphone is not used. e ANTENNA Fixed type. r...
Page 10 - Function display
5 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION i CHANNEL 16 KEY [16] Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 7) o CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [ Y Y ]/[ Z Z ] ➥ Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 7–8) ➥ Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 11) ➥ Selects the SET mode item when pushed with [SQL].(p. 11) !0 SQUELCH SWITCH [SQL...
Page 11 - Using rechargeable battery pack
6 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 t BATTERY INDICATOR Indicates remaining battery power. y VOX INDICATOR “VOX” appears when the VOX function is used. (p. 10) u SET MODE ITEM READOUT Indicates the SET mode items while in the SET mode.(p. 11) i LOCK INDICATOR Appears when the lock function is activated. (p. 10)...
Page 12 - BASIC OPERATION; Channel selection; Call channel
7 BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Channel selection D Channel 16 Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initialcontact with another station and for emergency communica-tions. While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16. q Push [16] to select Channel 16. w Push [CH] to return to the condition ...
Page 13 - Receiving and transmitting
8 4 BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Receiving and transmitting q Rotate [VOL] clockwise to turn power ON. w Set the volume and squelch level. ➥ Push [SQL• MONI ], and push [ √ ] to open the squelch. ➥ Push [SQL• MONI ] to stop the “SQL” indicator blinking, then rotate [VOL] to set the volume level. ➥ Push [SQL•...
Page 14 - Call channel programming; Adjusting the squelch level
9 4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Call channel programming The call channel switch is used to select Channel 9* by de-fault, however, you can program your most often-used chan-nel for quick recall. *The channel number depends on version. q Push [CALL] to select the call chan-nel. • “CALL” and call channel numbe...
Page 15 - Lock function
10 4 BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Lock function This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT],[SQL• MONI ] and [Hi/Lo• ]) to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. ➥ Push [Hi/Lo• ] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and OFF. ■ Signal strength indicator The received signa...
Page 16 - SET MODE; SET mode programming; SET mode operation; Starting item
11 SET MODE 5 ■ SET mode programming SET mode is used to change the condition of 11 transceiverfunctions: beep tone function, monitor switch action, back-lighting function, LCD contrast selection, auto power savefunction, self check function, battery voltage indicator, signalstrength indicator, sque...
Page 17 - SET mode items; Beep tone function; “bP”; Monitor switch action; “Sq”; Backlighting function; “bL”; LCD contrast selection; “LC”
12 5 SET MODE 5 ■ SET mode items D Beep tone function “bP” You can select silent operation by turning the beep tonesOFF, or you can have 2 types of confirmation beeps sound atthe push of a key. When “ON” is selected, a fixed beep (Pi)sounds, and when “US” is selected, the preset beeps (e.g.do, re, m...
Page 18 - Auto power save function; “PS”; Self check function; “SC”
13 5 SET MODE D Auto power save function “PS” The auto power save function reduces battery drain by deac-tivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. • ON : The power save function is turned ON. The power save func- tion will activate when no signal is received, and no operationis performed f...
Page 19 - Battery voltage indicator; “bt”; Signal strength indicator; “Sl”; Squelch sensitivity function; “SS”; VOX gain; “ga”
14 5 SET MODE 5 D Battery voltage indicator “bt” This function controls display or non-display settings of theconnected battery pack’s voltage when the power is ON. • The voltage of the connected battery pack is displayed for 2 sec. after power is turned ON. D Signal strength indicator “Sl” The sign...
Page 20 - VOX delay; “dL”
15 5 SET MODE D VOX delay “dL” (Available for on-board use only) Sets the VOX delay timer (0.5 to 3.0 sec. in 0.5 sec. steps)keeping the radio in transmit mode after you stop speaking. • Setting the delay to 0.5 (0.5 sec.) is a short VOX delay.• Setting the delay to 3.0 (3.0 sec.) is a long VOX dela...
Page 22 - Battery charging; Recycling information; Battery cautions
17 BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) 7 ■ Battery charging Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the batterypack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power OFF while charging. • Recommended temperature range fo...
Page 23 - Charging connections
18 7 BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) 7 ï Charging connections q Attach the BC-158 to a flat surface, such as a desk. w Connect the AC adapter as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into thecharger. • The charge indicator lights green. r Charge the battery pac...
Page 24 - Optional battery chargers
19 7 BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) ■ Optional battery chargers ï AD-109 installation q Connect the charger ’s 10-pin connector to the AD-109desktop charger adapter’s plug. NOTE: The 3-pin connector is not used. w Install the adapter into the charger in the direction of thearrow, then use ...
Page 26 - OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP; Attachment; Detachment
21 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP 8 ■ MB-86 contents Qty. Belt clip ………………………………………………………… 1Base clip ……………………………………………………… 1Supplied screws ……………………………………………… 2 ■ Attachment q Screw the base clip to the back of the transceiver usingthe two screws (supplied) as shown below. w Clip the belt clip over your...
Page 28 - CHANNEL LIST FOR SURVIVAL OPERATION
23 CHANNEL LIST FOR SURVIVAL OPERATION 10 Channel number TX/RX Channel number TX/RX Channel number TX/RX 06 156.300 MHz 08 156.400 MHz 09 156.450 MHz 10 156.500 MHz 11 156.550 MHz 12 156.600 MHz 13 156.650 MHz 14 156.700 MHz 15* 156.750 MHz 16 156.800 MHz 17* 156.850 MHz 67 156.375 MHz 68 156.425 MH...
Page 29 - TROUBLESHOOTING
24 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 10 11 The transceiver doesnot turn ON. No sound from thespeaker. Transmitting is impos-sible, or high powercan not be selected. The displayed channelcannot be changed. No beeps. Self check error.(Temperature) Self check error.(Battery voltage) Transmitting continu-ously while n...
Page 30 - SPECIFICATIONS
25 SPECIFICATIONS 12 D GENERAL • Frequency coverage TX/RX : 156.300–156.875 MHz • Mode : 16K0G3E • Channel spacing : 25 kHz • Power supply requirement : Battery packs (BP-234 or BP- 224*)*For on-board use only • Current drain (approx.) : TX High (2 W) 1.0 A at 7.5 V DC for [USA] TX Low (1 W) 700 mA ...
Page 31 - OPTIONS; BATTERY PACKS
26 13 OPTIONS 12 13 D BATTERY PACKS <FOR SURVIVAL CRAFT USE>• BP-234 LITHIUM BATTERY PACK 9.0 V/3300 mAh Lithium battery pack. <FOR ON-BOARD USE>• BP-224 Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/750 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack. • BP-225 Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/1100 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack. D BELT CLIPS • MB-...
