INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF TRANSCEIVER
iV8
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Oper-
ation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including in-
terference that may cause undesired operation.
• 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 in this manual when attaching the radio to
your belt, etc. To provide the recipients of your transmission
the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least 5 cm (2
inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side.
The information listed above provides the user with the in-
formation needed to make him or her aware of RF expo-
sure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates
within the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio. Electro-
magnetic Interference/Compatibility. During transmissions,
your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly
cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid
such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs
are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in
areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such
as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing the IC-V8 FM transceiver. This trans-
ceiver is designed for those who require quality, performance
and outstanding reliability under the most demanding condi-
tions.
IMPORTANT
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before
using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL–This instruction manual
contains important operating instructions for the transceiver.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
The explicit definitions below apply to this instruction manual.
WORD
RWARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
DEFINITION
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
shock may occur.
Equipment damage may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Accessories included with the transceiver:
q
w
t
e
y
r
qAntenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
wBelt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
e2251 OPT sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
rAC Adapter* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
tBattery pack*/Battery case* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
yBattery charging stand* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
*Not supplied with some versions.
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PRECAUTION
RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the
antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body,
especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver
will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 in) away
from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a
headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hear-
ing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. If
you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or dis-
continue use.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source that is DC
fused at more than 5 A. Accidental reverse connection will be
protected by this fuse, but higher fuse values will not give any
protection against such accidents and the transceiver will be ru-
ined.
NEVER attempt to charge alkaline or dry cell batteries. Be a
ware that external DC power connections will charge batteries
inside the battery case. This will damage not only the battery
case but also the transceiver.
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DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to trans-
mit.
Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by chil-
dren.
DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical
blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in
areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C
(+140°F).
The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair trans-
ceiver performance and invalidate the warranty.
Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still
flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from the
transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise, the bat-
tery pack or installed Ni-Cd batteries will become exhausted.
For USA only:
Caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not ex-
pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to op-
erate this transceiver under FCC regulations.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i–ii
FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
IMPORTANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
PRECAUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v–vi
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii–viii
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–8
‘ Switches, controls, keys and connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–6
‘ Function display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7–8
2 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3 BATTERY PACKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10–15
‘ Battery pack replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
‘ Battery caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
‘ Battery charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12–13
‘ Charging NOTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
‘ Battery case (optional for some versions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4 BASIC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16–20
‘ Power ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
‘ Setting a frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16–17
‘ Setting audio/squelch level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
‘ Receive and transmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
‘ Selecting a memory channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
‘ Selecting call channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
‘ Key lock function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
‘ Display type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
5 REPEATER OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21–24
‘ General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
‘ Offset frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
‘ Subaudible tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22–23
‘ Auto repeater function (USA version only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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6 MEMORY PROGRAMMING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25–27
‘ General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
‘ Programming the memory/call channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
‘ Channel name programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
‘ Memory transferring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26–27
7 DTMF MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28–29
‘ Programming a DTMF code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
‘ Transmitting a DTMF code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
‘ DTMF transmission speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
8 SCAN OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30–34
‘ Scan types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
‘ Programmed scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
‘ Memory (skip) scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
‘ Priority watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
‘ Scan resume condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
9 SUBAUDIBLE TONES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35–38
‘ Tone squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35–36
‘ Pocket beep operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
‘ Tone scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
10 PAGER/CODE SQUELCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39–45
‘ Pager function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
‘ Code programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40–42
‘ Pager operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43–44
‘ Code squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46–54
‘ Set mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46–48
‘ Initial set mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49–53
‘ CPU reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
12 CLONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
13 OPTIONAL UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
14 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
15 OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
Switches, controls, keys and
connectors
1
‘
q
u
w
Speaker
e
i
Micropho
r
o
t
y
q CONTROL DIAL [VOL]
A Adjusts the audio level.
B Selects the operating channel or adjusts the squelch level.
• The function B is available when “dial” is assigned with [VOL] in
INITIAL SET MODE (p. 51).
w POWER SWITCH [POWER]
Push for 1 sec. to turn the power ON and OFF.
e PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
1
1
PANEL DESCRIPTION
r SQUELCH SWITCH [SQL]
Push and hold to force the squelch open and to adjust the
squelch level with [Y]/[Z] keys.
t UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z]
A Selects the operating channel or adjusts the squelch level.
B Adjusts the audio level.
• The function B is available when “dial” is assigned with [VOL] in
INITIAL SET MODE (p. 51).
y KEY PAD (pgs. 3–6)
Used to enter operating frequency, the DTMF codes, etc.
u ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connects the supplied antenna.
i [SP]/[MIC] JACK
Connect an optional speaker-microphone or headset, if desired.
The internal microphone and speaker will not function when ei-
ther is connected.
DExternal connection
NOTE: When connecting or disconnecting an external speaker-
microphone, first turn the transceiver is power OFF.
External speaker
(Nominal impedance 8 Ω)
ø3.5 mm
plug
[SP] jack
SP (AF OUT)
SP GND
SP
SP
GND
External microphone
(Nominal impedance 2k Ω)
ø2.5 mm
plug
[MIC] jack
MIC
MIC
MIC
GND
5 V
33 kΩ
MIC GND
PTT
o FUNCTION DISPLAY (pgs 7, 8)
2
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
DKey pad
KEY
[name]
FUNCTION
Access to secondary function
[A•FUNC]
[B•CALL]
[C•MR]
Select the call channel. (p. 19)
Selects a memory mode. (p. 19)
Selects VFO mode, aborts direct frequency input,
or cancels scanning, etc. (pgs. 16, 31)
[D•CLR]
[1•TONE]
[2•P.BEEP]
[3•T.SCAN]
[4•DUP]
Input digit “1” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
Input digit “2” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
Input digit “3” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
Input digit “4” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
Input digit “5” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
[5•SCAN]
Input digit “6” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
[6•SKIP]
3
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
SECONDARY FUNCTION (After [A•FUNC] is pushed)
No function.
No function.
Entering into memory programming/editing mode. (p. 25)
Programs/transfers VFO/memory or call channel contents into
memory channel/VFO when pushed for 1 sec. (pgs. 25, 26)
No function.
Selects the subaudible tone function. (pgs. 21, 35)
Turn the pocket beep function ON and OFF. (p. 37)
Starts the tone scanning. (pgs. 23, 38)
Selects a duplex function (–duplex, +duplex, simplex). (p. 21)
Starts scanning. (p. 31)
Sets and cancels skip setting for memory skip scan during mem-
ory mode. (p. 32)
4
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
DKey pad (Continued)
KEY
[name]
FUNCTION
Input digit “7” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
[7•PRIO]
Input digit “8” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
[8•SET]
Input digit “9” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
[9•HI/LO]
Input digit “0” during frequency input, memory chan-
nel selection, etc. (pgs. 16, 19)
[0•DTMF-M
]
No function.
[✱•OPTION]
Sets the frequency even if the full 6-digits of fre-
quency have not been entered. (p. 16)
[#•ENT
]
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
SECONDARY FUNCTION (After [A•FUNC] is pushed)
Starts the priority watch. (p. 33)
Enters into the SET MODE. (p. 46)
Toggles between high and low output power. (p. 18)
Enters into the DTMF memory mode. (p. 28)
Selects an optional pager or code squelch operation mode. (p.39)
Switches key pad lock function ON and OFF when pushed for 1
sec.
Lock all keys, except [POWER], [PTT], [SQL] and audio level ad-
justment. (p. 19)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
‘
Function display
q
qw
qe qr qt qy qu qi
qo
F
SKIP
D
TX
!
!
!
AO MR
75
50
25
!
!
L
q
!
q FUNCTION INDICATOR
Appears while a secondary function is being accessed.
w SKIP CHANNEL INDICATOR
Appears when the selected memory channel is set as a “skip
channel.” (p. 32)
e DUPLEX INDICATOR
Either “–” or “+” appears during repeater operation (p. 21).
r TONE ENCODER INDICATOR
Appears when tone encoder is in use. (p. 21)
t POCKET BEEP INDICATOR
Appears during pocket beep operation (p. 37).
y TONE SQUELCH INDICATOR
Appears when tone squelch is in use. (p. 35)
u DTCS INDICATOR
Appears when DTCS tone is in use. (p. 35)
i TRANSMIT INDICATOR
Appears during transmit. (p. 18)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
o SIGNAL INDICATOR
Appears when the channel is busy and shows receiving signal
strength as below.
Weak ⇐ RX Signal level ⇒ Strong
! LOW POWER INDICATOR
Appears when low output power is selected. (p. 18)
! KEY LOCK INDICATOR (p. 19)
Appears when the key lock function is ON.
! FREQUENCY READOUT
Shows operating frequency, channel number or channel names,
depending on display mode (p. 20).
! MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR
Indicates the selected memory channel number or other items
such as the call channel, etc. (pgs. 19, 25)
! MEMORY MODE INDICATOR
Appears while in memory mode or channel number indication
mode. (p. 25)
! AUTO POWER OFF INDICATOR
Appears while the auto power OFF function is activated. (p. 50)
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2 ACCESSORIES
‘
Accessory attachment
DAntenna
Attach the antenna to the transceiver as il-
lustrated at right.
Keep the jack cover attached when jacks are
not in use to avoid bad contacts.
DBelt clip
Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.
To release the belt-clip
To attach the belt-clip
9
BATTERY PACKS 3
‘
Battery pack replacement
Before replacing the battery pack, push [POWER] for 1 sec. to turn
the power OFF.
• Push the battery release
forward, then pull the
battery pack upward
with the transceiver fac-
ing you.
DBATTERY PACKS
Charging period
Battery
pack
Operating
period*1
Voltage Capacity
BC-144
or
BC-121
BC-146
attery case for AA
(R6) × 6 alkaline
B
BP-208*2
N/A
1100
BP-209 7.2 V
BP-210 7.2 V
12 hrs
18.5 hrs
6.5 hrs
1.5 hrs
2.0 hrs
1.0 hrs
7.5hrs
11 hrs
4 hrs
mAh
1650
mAh
600
mAh
BP-222
7.2 V
*1 Operating periods are calculated under the following conditions;
Tx : Rx : standby =5 : 5 : 90, power save function: auto setting is activated
*2 Operating period depends on the alkaline cells used.
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BATTERY PACKS
3
‘
Battery caution
• CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack (or
charging terminals of the transceiver). Also, current may flow into
nearby metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when plac-
ing battery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc.
Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as a neck-
lace, etc. causes shorting. This will damage not only the battery
pack, but also the transceiver.
• NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may
cause an explosion.
• NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack be-
comes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to the
transceiver.
• Clean the battery terminals to avoid rust or miss contact.
• Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean battery ter-
minals once a week.
If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after being
charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power ON
overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery
pack still does not retain a charge (or only very little charge), a new
battery pack must be purchased (p. 59).
DRecycling information (U.S.A. only)
The product that you have purchased contains a
rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At
the end of its life, under various state and local
laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into
the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-822-8837
for battery recycling options in your area or contact your dealer.
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BATTERY PACKS
3
‘
Battery charging
DRegular charging
with the BC-146
Turn power OFF.
Check orienta-
tion for correct
charging. (In-
sert together
with AD-99.)
The optional BC-146 provides
regular charging of an optional
battery pack with/without
transceiver. The following is
additionally required:
• An optional AC adaptor.
(An AD-99 is supplied with
BC-146.)
BC-146 + AD-99
DAbout AD-99
Attach the spacer (Spacer B/C)
to the adaptor (Spacer A) with
orientation as illustrated in the di-
agram below.
Check orientation
and
Spacer A
• Attach the spacer (Spacer B/C) to
the adaptor with the orientation of
the stamp “ ” pointing up.
Spacer B/C
Remove the spacer
from the adapter.
When removing the spacer
(Spacer B/C), Push the notch
carefully with your finger to re-
move the spacer (Spacer B/C)
from the adapter (Spacer A).
Push the notch
carefully.
RCAUTION!
DO NOT push or force the notch with a screw driver, etc., to remove it.
DO NOT bend the notch when the adapter and spacer are not joined
together. This will cause weakening of the notch plastic.
Both cases may break the notch and it may not be able to be reattached.
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BATTERY PACKS
3
DRapid charging with the BC-144
The optional BC-144provides
Turn power OFF.
rapid charging of optional bat-
tery packs.
The following are additionally
required:
Check orientation
for correct charg-
ing. (Insert togeth-
er with AD-99.)
• An AC adaptor (may be sup-
plied with the BC-144 depend-
ing on version).
BC-144 + AD-99
DRapid charging with the BC-121+AD-94 (#11)
The optional BC-121 allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged si-
multaneously. The following
are additionally required.
• Six AD-94 (#11).
Turn power OFF.
Check orientation
for correct charging.
(Insert together with
AD-99.)
• An AC adaptor (may be sup-
plied with the BC-121 de-
pending on version).
R
E
G
R
A
H
I-C
T
L
U
M
Charge indicator
(each indicator functions
independently)
AC adapter
(purchased separately)
13
BATTERY PACKS
3
‘
Charging NOTE
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must
be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
• Recommended temperature range for charging:
+10°C to +40°C (50°F to 140°F).
• Use the supplied charger or optional charger (BC-144/BC-121 for
rapid charging, BC-146 for regular charging) only. NEVER use other
manufacturers’ chargers.
The optional BP-222, BP-209 or BP-210 battery packs include
rechargeable Ni-Cd (Ni-MH: BP-210) batteries and can be charged
approx. 300 times. Charge the battery pack before first operating
the transceiver or when the battery pack becomes exhausted.
If you want to charge the battery pack more than 300 times, the fol-
lowing points should be observed:
• Avoid over charging. The charging period should be less than
24 hours.
• Use the battery until it becomes almost completely exhausted under
normal conditions. We recommend battery charging after transmitting
becomes impossible.
DBattery pack life
When the operating period becomes extremely short even after
charging the battery pack fully, a new battery pack is needed.
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BATTERY PACKS
3
‘
Battery case
(optional for some versions)
When using a BP-208 BATTERY CASE attached to the transceiver,
install 6 AA (R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated below.
DCAUTIONS
• Use ALKALINE batteries only.
• Make sure all battery cells are the same brand, type and ca-
pacity.
• Never mix old and new batteries.
Either of the above may cause a fire hazard or damage the
transceiver if ignored.
• 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 use.
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BASIC OPERATION 4
I Power ON
Push [POWER] for 1sec. to turn
power ON.
Push for 1 sec.
I Setting a frequency
DVia the keypad
qPush [D.CLR] to select VFO mode, if necessary.
wEnter 6 digit, starting from the 100 MHz digit, to enter the de-
sired frequency.
• When [#•ENT
] is pushed after three or more digits are entered,
the frequency is also set.
• When a digit is mistakenly input, push [D.CLR] to abort inputing.
• “2” and “7” are acceptable for the 1 kHz digit (depending on the 10
kHz digit).
Push
or
MR
MR
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BASIC OPERATION
4
DBy other methods
Via the [Y]/[Z] keys
Each push increases/decreases the frequency by the selected tun-
ing step.
Using the [VOL]
Rotate the [VOL] to increases/decreases the frequency with the se-
lected tuning step.
• This function is available when “dial” is assigned with [VOL] in INITIAL
SET MODE (p. 51).
✔ For your information
Tuning steps:
The transceiver has 8 tuning steps as follows:
5 kHz
20 kHz
10 kHz
25 kHz
12.5 kHz
30 kHz
15 kHz
50 kHz
• A tuning step is selected in SET MODE. (p. 47)
I Setting audio/squelch level
DTo set the audio level
Rotate the [VOL] to set the desired audio level while receiving
the signal.
• When no signal is received, push and hold [SQL] while setting the
audio level.
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], push [Y]/[Z] to adjust the audio out-
put level. (p. 51)
DTo set the squelch level
While pushing [SQL], push [Y]/[Z] to set the squelch level.
• The squelch level “1” is loose squelch,“10” is tight squelch.
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], rotate [VOL] while [SQL] is pushed.
(p. 51)
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BASIC OPERATION
4
I Receive and transmit
qPush [POWER] for 1 sec. to turn the power ON.
wAdjust volume to the desired level.
eSet a frequency.
When a signal is received:
• Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
• Signal indicator shows the relative signal strength level.
rPush [9•H/L] after pushing [A•FUNC] to toggle output power be-
tween high and low.
• “L” appears when low output power is selected.
tPush and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the micro-
phone.
• “TX” appears.
• Do not hold the microphone too close to your mouth or speak too
loudly. This may distort the signal.
yRelease [PTT] to receive.
✔ For your information
Monitor function:
Push and hold [SQL] to listen to weak signals that do not open the
squelch.
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BASIC OPERATION
4
I Selecting a memory channel
qPush [C•MR] to select memory mode.
• “ ” appears.
X
wEnter 2 digits to select the desired
memory channel (or push the [Y]/[Z]
keys).
MR
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], rotate
[VOL] to select the memory channel.
(p. 51)
• The memory channels 0–9 are pro-
ceeded by a “0.”
MR
I Selecting call channel
Push [B•CALL] to select the call chan-
nel.
• “C” is displayed instead of the mem-
MR
ory channel number.
• Push [D•CLR] or [C•MR] to return to
previous indication.
I Key lock function
The key lock function prevents accidental frequency changes and
function activation.
Push [#•ENT
ing [A•FUNC] to toggle the function ON
and OFF.
• “é” appears while the lock func-
tion is activated.
] for 1 sec. after push-
F
SKIP
D
TX
AO MR
75
50
25
L
• [POWER], [PTT], [VOL] and [SQL] can be operated regardless of
this setting.
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BASIC OPERATION
4
USING
INITIAL SET MODE
I Display type
The transceiver has 3 display types to match your operating style.
The display type is selected in the INITIAL SET MODE (p. 51).
“Frequency Indication” type is used for
basic amateur radio operation.
MR
“Channel Indication” type is used to sim-
MR
plify operation. In this mode only pre-
programmed memory channel numbers
are displayed.
VFO mode cannot be selected.
• When the channel indication type is selected, only the following func-
tions can be performed.
- Scan function (p. 30)
- Output power setting (p. 18)
- DTMF memory function (p. 28)
- Key lock function (p. 19)
- Scan pause timer setting, function key timer setting and LCD
backlight setting in SET MODE (p. 47)
“Channel Name Indication” type is used
to simplify operation the same as above.
MR
In this mode pre-programmed memory
channel names are displayed.
VFO mode selectable.
• Programmed frequency is indicated when the channel name is not
pre-programmed in the selected memory channel.
• Push and hold [SQL] to display the operating frequency.
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5 REPEATER OPERATION
I General
When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the
receive frequency by the offset frequency. It is convenient to pro-
gram repeater information into memory channels.
qSet the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
wPush [4•DUP] after pushing [A•FUNC] several times to select “–” or
“+.”
• “–” indicates the transmit frequency is shifted down; “+” indicates
the transmit frequency is shifted up.
• Flashing “–” or “+” indicates the reversed duplex mode is selected
in SET MODE (p. 46).
• When the auto repeater function is in used (USA version only) this
selection and step eare not necessary. (p. 24)
ePush [1•TONE] after pushing [A•FUNC] to activate the subaudible
tone encoder, according to repeater requirements.
• “ ” appears.
• Select the desired subaudible tone frequency, if necessary. (p. 22)
rPush and hold [PTT] to transmit.
• The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit fre-
quency (repeater input frequency).
• If “OFF” appears, check the offset frequency and direction.
tRelease [PTT] to receive.
yPush and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station’s trans-
mit signal can be directly received or not.
About reversed duplex mode
When the reversed duplex mode is selected, the receive fre-
quency shifts. (Transmit frequency shifts in normal duplex mode.)
Each receive and transmit frequency is shown in the table below
with the following conditions;
inputed freq.: 145.30 MHz, Reversed
OFF
ON
duplex direction : – ,
frequency offset : 0.6 MHz
Rx frequency 145.30 MHz 144.70 MHz
Tx frequency 144.70 MHz 145.30 MHz
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REPEATER OPERATION
5
USING
SET MODE
I Offset frequency
When communicating through a repeater, the transmit frequency is
shifted from the receive frequency by an amount determined by the
offset frequency.
qPush [8•SET] after pushing [A•FUNC]
F
SKIP
D
TX
to enter SET MODE.
wPush [Y]/[Z] several times until “ ”
and offset frequency appear.
AO MR
75
50
25
LM
eRotate [VOL] to select the desired offset frequency.
• Selectable steps are the same as the pre-set tuning steps.
• The unit of the displayed offset frequency is “MHz.”
rPush [#•ENT
] to fix the offset frequency and exit SET MODE.
USING
SET MODE
I Subaudible tones
Some repeaters require subaudible tones to be accessed. Sub-
audible tones are superimposed over your normal signal and must
be set in advance.
qPush [8•SET] after pushing [A•FUNC]
F
SKIP
TX
to enter SET MODE.
wPush [Y]/[Z] one or more times until
“rt” appears.
AO MR
75
50
25
LM
eRotate [VOL] to select the desired subaudible tone.
rPush [#•ENT ] to enter the selected tone and exit set mode.
Available subaudible tone frequencies
(unit: Hz)
67.0 79.7 94.8 110.9 131.8 156.7 171.3 186.2 203.5 229.1
69.3 82.5 97.4 114.8 136.5 159.8 173.8 189.9 206.5 233.6
71.9 85.4 100.0 118.8 141.3 162.2 177.3 192.8 210.7 241.8
74.4 88.5 103.5 123.0 146.2 165.5 179.9 196.6 218.1 250.3
77.0 91.5 107.2 127.3 151.4 167.9 183.5 199.5 225.7 254.1
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REPEATER OPERATION
5
DTone information
Some repeaters require a tone to be accessed.
DTMF TONES
While pushing [PTT], push the desired DTMF keys (0–9, A–F) to
transmit DTMF tones.
• The transceiver has 5 DTMF memory channels (p. 28).
1750 Hz TONE
While pushing [PTT], push [Y] or [Z] to transmit a 1750 Hz tone
signal.
✔ Convenient
Tone scan function: When you don’t know the subaudible tone
used for a repeater, the tone scan is convenient for detecting the
tone frequency.
Push [3•T.SCAN] after pushing [A•FUNC] to start the tone scan.
• Push [D•CLR] to cancel the scan.
• When the required tone frequency is detected, the scan pauses.
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REPEATER OPERATION
USING
5
INITIAL SET MODE
I Auto repeater
function
(USA version only)
The USA version automatically activates the repeater settings (du-
plex, ON/OFF, duplex direction, tone encoder ON/OFF) when the
operating frequency falls within or outside of the general repeater
output frequency range. The offset and repeater tone frequencies
are not changed by the auto repeater function, reset these fre-
quencies, if necessary.
qWhile pushing [Y]+[Z], turn the power ON to enter INITIAL SET
MODE.
F
SKIP
D
D
D
TX
wPush [Y]/[Z] several times until
“RPt.” appears.
eRotate [VOL] to select the desired
condition.
• “OF”—the auto repeater function is
turned OFF;
“R1”—the auto repeater function acti-
vates for duplex only;
AO MR
75
50
25
LM
LM
LM
F
SKIP
TX
AO MR
75
50
25
“R2”—the auto repeater function acti-
vates for duplex and tone.
F
SKIP
TX
AO MR
75
50
25
rPush [#•ENT
] to exit INITIAL SET
MODE.
Frequency range and offset direction
FREQUENCY RANGE
DUPLEX DIRECTION
145.200–145.495 MHz
146.610–146.995 MHz
“–” appears
147.000–147.395 MHz
“+” appears
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6 MEMORY PROGRAMMING
I General
The transceiver has 100 memory channels (plus 3 pairs of scan
edges and 1 call channel) for storage of often-used frequencies.
DMemory channel contents
The following information can be programmed into the memory:
• Operating frequency
• Duplex direction (+ or –) with an offset frequency (pgs. 21, 22)
• Subaudible tone encoder or tone squelch ON/OFF (pgs. 21, 35)
• Subaudible tone and tone squelch frequencies (pgs. 22, 36)
• Skip information* (p. 32)
*Except for scan edge channels.
I Programming the memory/call
channels
qPush [D•CLR] to select VFO mode, if necessary.
wSet the desired frequency.
eSet other information such as tone, duplex, etc. as desired.
rPush [C•MR] for 1 sec. (until 3 beeps emitted) after pushing
[A•FUNC] to program the information into the displayed memory
channel and return to VFO
• Continue to hold [C•MR] down for 1
sec. after 3 beeps are emitted, to in-
MR
crement the displayed memory chan-
nel number.
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MEMORY PROGRAMMING
6
I Channel name programming
qSelect a “Channel Name Indication” type in INITIAL SET MODE
(pgs. 20, 51).
wPush [C•MR] to select memory mode, if necessary.
ePush [8•SET] after pushing [A•FUNC] to enter into the channel
name programming mode.
• The character to be edited flashes.
rRotate [VOL] to select a character.
tPush [Y] to move to the right, [Z] to move to the left.
• Up to characters can be used for channel name.
• Usable characters are; A–Z, 0–9, ”space“, +, –, =, ✱, /, [, and ]
yPush [#•ENT
] to fix and exit the channel name programming
mode.
I Memory transferring
Memory (call) channel contents can be transferred to the VFO or
to another memory channel.
DMemory/call ➾ VFO
qSelect the memory (call) channel to be transferred:
Push [C•MR] ([
]) to select memory (call) mode.
B•CALL
Push [Y]/[Z] to select the memory channel.
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], rotate [VOL] to select the memory
channel. (p. 51)
wPush [C•MR] for 1 sec. after pushing [A•FUNC] to transfer the se-
lected memory contents to the VFO.
• VFO mode is selected automatically.
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MEMORY PROGRAMMING
6
DMemory/call ➾ call/memory
qSelect the memory (call) channel to be transferred:
Push [C•MR] ([
]) to select the memory (call) mode.
B•CALL
Push [Y]/[Z] to select the memory channel.
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], rotate [VOL] to select the memory
channel. (p. 51)
wPush [C•MR] momentarily after pushing [A•FUNC].
• “--” and “
” flashes.
X
ePush [Y]/[Z] to select the target memory.
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], rotate [VOL] to select the memory
channel. (p. 51)
rPush [C•MR] for 1 sec after pushing [A•FUNC].
• Memory mode is selected and the contents are transferred to
the target memory.
DClearing a memory
qPush [C•MR] after pushing [A•FUNC] to enter the memory trans-
fer mode.
• “ ” and a memory channel number flash.
X
wPush [Y]/[Z] to select the memory channel to be cleared.
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], rotate [VOL] to select the memory
channel. (p. 51)
• The call channel cannot be cleared.
ePush [C•MR] after pushing [A•FUNC] momentarily, then push
[C•MR] for 1 sec after pushing [A•FUNC] again.
• Perform this operation within 1.5 sec, otherwise the memory clear-
ing is cancelled and the transceiver returns to the memory mode
• The contents of the selected memory are cleared.
rPush [D•CLR] to return to regular operation.
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DTMF MEMORY 7
I Programming a DTMF code
The transceiver has 5 DTMF memory channels (d0 to d4) for
storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 24 digits.
qPush [0•DTMF-M] after pushing [A•FUNC] to enter the DTMF
memory.
• One of “d0” to “d4” appears.
MR
wRotate [VOL] to select the desired
channel.
ePush [0•DTMF-M] for 1 sec. after
pushing [A•FUNC] to enter the
DTMF programming mode.
MR
• “_ _ _ _ _” appears.
• Programmed memories can be
cleared in this way.
rPush the digit keys, [A•FUNC], [B•CALL], [C•MR], [D•CLR], [✱•OP-
TION] and [#•ENT
] to enter the desired DTMF code.
• A maximum of 24 digits can be input.
• [✱•OPTION] enters as “E”, [#•ENT
] enters as “F.”
• If a digit is mistakenly input, push [SQL] or [PTT] momentarily
then repeat from step q.
tPush [SQL] or [PTT] to input the digits and exit the DTMF pro-
gramming mode.
• Programmed DTMF codes sound when [SQL] is pushed to exit.
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DTMF MEMORY
7
I Transmitting a DTMF code
DUsing a DTMF memory channel
qPush [0•DTMF-M] after pushing [A•FUNC] to enter the DTMF mem-
ory.
wRotate [VOL] to select the desired channel.
ePush [SQL] or [PTT] to exit the DTMF memory mode.
rWhile pushing [PTT], push [SQL] to transmit the selected DTMF
memory.
• After the DTMF code is transmitted, the transceiver returns to re-
ceive automatically.
DManual DTMF code transmission
While pushing [PTT], push digit keys, A–F to transmit a DTMF
code manually.
USING
INITIAL SET MODE
I DTMF
transmission speed
When slow DTMF transmission speeds are required with DTMF
memory transmission (as for some repeaters), the transceiver’s rate
of DTMF transmission can be adjusted.
qWhile pushing [Y] and [Z], turn the power on to enter INITIAL SET
MODE.
wPush [Y]/[Z] several times until “dtd”
MR
appears.
eRotate [VOL] to select the desired
DTMF transmission speed.
• Four speeds are available: “1” (100
MR
msec. intervals) is the fastest; “5” (500
msec. intervals) is the slowest.
rPush [#•ENT
] to exit INITIAL SET
MODE.
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SCAN OPERATION 8
I Scan types
PROGRAMMED SCAN
1A
2A
1b
2b
3b
Scan edges
3A
Band edge
Band edge
Scan
Jump
MEMORY (SKIP) SCAN
SKIP
Mch 3
Mch 1
Mch 2
Mch 4
Mch 5
Mch 0
Mch 6
SKIP
Mch 99
Mch 10
Mch 9
Mch
8
Mch 7
PRIORITY WATCH
Priority memory channel watch
VFO frequency
145.20 MHz
Priority channel
Mch 3
5 sec.
50 msec.
Mch 3
Priority memory channel scan
Mch 2
Mch 4
Memory
scan
SKIP
Mch 5
VFO frequency
145.20 MHz
Mch 1
Priority channel
5 sec.
50 msec.
Mch 6
Mch 99
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SCAN OPERATION
8
I Programmed scan
Programmed scan repeatedly scans between two user pro-
grammed frequencies (memory channels “1A–3A” and “1b–3b”) or
scans between upper and lower band edges. This scan is useful
for checking for signals within a specific frequency range such as
repeater output frequencies, etc.
qPush [D•CLR] to select VFO mode, if necessary.
wPush [5•SCAN] after pushing [A•FUNC] to start the scan, then a
selected scan edge appears as “P1”, “P2”, “P3” or “AL.”
• To change the scan edge, push [8•SET] after pushing [A•FUNC] sev-
eral times until the desired scan edge is appears.
• “AL” for full scan, “P1”, “P2” and “P3” for programmed scan be-
tween the programmed scan edge channels as “1A”–“1b”,
“2A”–“2b” and “3A”–“3b”.
• To change the scan direction, push [Y] or [Z].
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], rotate [VOL] to change the scan di-
rection. (p. 51)
ePush [D•CLR] to stop the scan.
NOTE: Scan edges, 1A–3A/1b–3b, must be programmed in ad-
vance. Program them in the same manner as regular memory
channels. (p. 25)
If the same frequencies are programmed into the scan edges,
programmed scan will not proceed.
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SCAN OPERATION
8
I Memory (skip) scan
Memory scan repeatedly scans all programmed memory chan-
nels, except those set as skip channels.
qPush [C•MR] to select memory mode, if necessary.
• “ ” appears.
X
wPush [5•SCAN] after pushing [A•FUNC] to start the scan.
• To change the scan direction, push [Y] or [Z].
• When “dial” is assigned [VOL], rotate [VOL] to change the scan di-
rection. (p. 51)
ePush [D•CLR] to stop the scan.
DSetting skip channels
In order to speed up the scan interval, you can set memory
channels you don’t wish to scan as skip channels.
qPush [C•MR] to select memory mode, if necessary.
• “ ” appears.
X
wSelect a memory channel to set as a skip channel.
ePush [6•SKIP] after pushing [A•FUNC] to toggle the skip setting
ON and OFF.
• “SKIP” appears when the channels is set as a skip channel.
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SCAN OPERATION
8
I Priority watch
Priority watch checks for signals on “priority channels” while oper-
ating on a VFO frequency.
DMemory or call channel watch
While operating on a VFO frequency, memory or call channel watch
monitors for signals in the selected memory or call channel every
5 sec.
q Select the desired memory channel or the call channel.
wPush [D•CLR] to select VFO mode.
ePush [7•PRIO] after pushing [A•FUNC] to start watching.
• VFO is displayed, then the decimal point “.”, on the frequency read-
out flashes.
• The priority channel is monitored every 5 sec.
• When the signal is detected on the priority channel, the watching
is paused according to the setting of the scan resume condition.
rPush [D•CLR] to stop watching.
DMemory scan watch
While operating on a VFO frequency or the call channel, memory
scan watch monitors for signals in each memory channel in se-
quence, every 5 sec.
q Push [C•MR] to select memory mode, if necessary.
• “X” appears.
wPush [5•SCAN] after pushing [A•FUNC] to start the memory scan.
ePush [7•PRIO] after pushing [A•FUNC] to start the watching.
• VFO is displayed, then the decimal point “.”, on the frequency read-
out flashes.
• When the signal is detected on the priority channel, the watching
is paused according to the setting of the scan resume condition.
rPush [D•CLR] to stop the watching.
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SCAN OPERATION
8
USING
SET MODE
I Scan resume
condition
When a signal is received during
scanning, the scan resume condi-
tion determines what action the
transceiver takes. The transceiver
has 2 scan resume conditions avail-
able as illustrated at right. Use SET
MODE to select the one which best
suits your needs.
Receiving
a signal
Pause
scan
2 sec.
Timer
scan
5, 10 or 15 sec.
qPush [8•SET] after pushing [A•FUNC] to enter SET MODE.
wPush [Y]/[Z] several times until “SCP” or “SCt” appears.
eRotate [VOL] to select the desired scan resume condition.
• Pause scan: When receiving a signal,
F
SKIP
D
TX
AO MR
scan pauses on the signal until it disap-
pears. Resumes 2 sec. after the signal
disappears.
75
50
25
LM
LM
Pause scan
Timer scan: When receiving a signal,
scan pauses on the signal for 5 sec., 10
sec. or 15 sec., then resumes.
F
SKIP
D
TX
AO MR
75
50
25
Timer scan
rPush [#•ENT
] to set and exit SET MODE.
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SUBAUDIBLE TONES
Tone squelch
9
‘
DOperation
The tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal containing a
matching subaudible tone. You can silently wait for calls from group
members using the same tone.
qSet the operating frequency.
•
Set the AF and squelch to the desired level as the normal operation.
wSet the desired subaudible tone in the set mode.
• See right for programming.
ePush [1•TONE] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
• Repeat several times until “ ” appears when selecting CTCSS, or
D
“ ” appears when selecting DTCS.
rWhen the received signal includes a matching tone, squelch
opens and the signal can be heard.
• When the received signal’s tone does not match, tone squelch
does not open, however, the S-indicator shows signal strength.
• To open the squelch manually, push and hold [SQL].
tOperate the transceiver in the normal way.
yTo cancel the tone squelch, push [1•TONE] after [A•FUNC] is
pushed.
D
• Repeat several times until “ ” or “ ” disappears.
NOTE: The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies and conse-
quently their spacing is narrow compared to units having 38
tones. Therefore, some tone frequencies may receive interfer-
ence from adjacent tone frequencies.
To prevent interference from adjacent tone frequencies, using
the frequencies as in the following table, is recommended.
• Recommended tone frequencies
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5 100.0 114.8 131.8 151.4 173.8 203.5 233.6
91.5 103.5 118.8 136.5 156.7 179.9 210.7 241.8
94.8 107.2 123.0 141.3 162.2 186.2 218.1 250.3
97.4 110.9 127.3 146.2 167.9 192.8 225.7
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9
SUBAUDIBLE TONES
DSetting subaudible tones for tone squelch operation
Separate tone frequencies can be set for tone squelch operation
rather than repeater operation (the same range of tones is avail-
able— see below). Like the repeater tones, these are set in set
mode.
qSelect VFO or memory channel.
wPush [A•FUNC] + [8•SET] to enter set mode.
ePush [∫] or [√] several times until “Ct” ap-
F
TX
MR
pears when selecting CTCSS, or “dt” ap-
pears when selecting DTCS.
• “ ” flashes when selecting CTCSS, or “ ”
D
F
D
TX
flashes when selecting DTCS.
MR
rRotate [VOL] to select the desired subaudible tone.
tPush [#•ENT
] to program the selected tone and exit set
mode.
When SET MODE is selected from memory mode.
yPush [C•MR] for 1 sec. after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
• 3 beeps are emitted.
• VFO mode is selected automatically.
uPush [C•MR] for 1 sec. after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
• 3 beeps are emitted.
Steps yand uare necessary when overwriting the memory con-
tents permanently. The set tone frequency is used for temporary
operation only, therefore,these steps are not necessary.
• Available CTCSS tone frequency list
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
94.8 110.9 131.8 156.7 171.3 186.2 203.5 229.1
97.4 114.8 136.5 159.8 173.8 189.9 206.5 233.6
85.4 100.0 118.8 141.3 162.2 177.3 192.8 210.7 241.8
88.5 103.5 123.0 146.2 165.5 179.9 196.6 218.1 250.3
91.5 107.2 127.3 151.4 167.9 183.5 199.5 225.7 254.1
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9
SUBAUDIBLE TONES
‘
Pocket beep operation
This function uses subaudible tones for calling and can be used as
a “common pager” to inform you that someone has called when you
were away from the transceiver.
DWaiting for a call from a specific station
qSet the operating frequency.
wSet the desired CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS code in the set
mode.
• See p. 36 for programming details.
ePush [1•TONE] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
D
• Repeat several times until “ ” appears when CTCSS, or “ ” ap-
pears when DTCS is selected.
rPush [2•P.BEEP] after [A•FUNC] is pushed to
F
D
TX
MR
activate the pocket beep function.
• “ ” appears.
“
” appears
tWhen a signal with the matched tone is re-
ceived, the transceiver emits beep tones
and flashes “ .”
F
D
TX
MR
• Beep tones sound for 30 sec. and “ ”
flashes. To stop the beeps manually,
push any key. “ ” continues blinking until
step yis operated.
yPush [PTT] to answer.
• “ ” disappears and cancels the pocket beep function automatically.
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9
SUBAUDIBLE TONES
‘
Tone scan
By monitoring a signal that is being operated with repeater, pocket
beep or tone squelch function, you can determine the tone fre-
quency necessary to access a repeater or open a squelch.
qSet the frequency to be checked for a tone frequency or code.
wPush [1•TONE] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
• Repeat several times to select the tone condition or type to be
D
scanned. (One of “ ”, “ ” or “ ” appears)
• The tone scan can be operated even if the tone condition or type is
not selected.
ePush [3•T.SCAN] after [A•FUNC] is pushed to start the tone scan.
• To change the scanning direction, push [∫] or [√].
rWhen the CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS code is matched, the
squelch opens and the tone frequency or code is temporarily
programmed into the selected mode such as memory or call
channel.
• The tone scan pauses when a CTCSS tone frequency or 3-digit
DTCS code is detected.
• The decoded CTCSS tone frequency or 3-digit DTCS code is used
for the tone encoder or tone encoder/decoder depending on the
selected tone condition or type in step w.
- No indication : Cannot be used for operation.
- “ ”
- “ ”
- “ ”
: CTCSS tone encoder
: CTCSS tone encoder/decoder
: DTCS tone encoder/decoder
D
tPush [D•CLR] to stop the scan.
F
F
TX
D
TX
MR
MR
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PAGER/CODE SQUELCH
10
Optional UT-108 required
‘
Pager function
This function uses DTMF codes for paging and can be used as a
“message pager” to confirm you of a caller’s identification even
when you leave the transceiver temporarily unattended.
Pager selective code (push [PTT])
Answer back (manual)
Set both transceivers to either
code squelch or non-coded operation
Communication
39
PAGER/CODE SQUELCH 10
Optional UT-108 required
‘
Code programming
DBefore programming
The pager and code squelch functions require ID codes and a
group code. These codes are 3-digit DTMF codes and must written
into the code channels before operation.
qDecide the ID code of each transceiver and a group code for
your group.
wDecide whether you want to return to normal operation or code
squelch operation after a connection is made.
eProgram the ID code, group code and transmit codes (other sta-
tion’s codes) as below.
DCode channel assignment
ID OR
GROUP CODE
CODE CHANNEL “RECEIVE ACCEPT” OR
NUMBER
“RECEIVE INHIBIT”
Your ID code
0
“Receive accept” only
Other parties’
ID code
“Receive inhibit” should be
programmed in each channel.
1–6
“Receive accept” must be
programmed.
Group code
One of 1–6
P
Memory space*
“Receive inhibit” only.
*Channel CP automatically memorizes an ID code when receiving a
pager call. The contents in channel CP cannot be changed manually.
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10PAGER/CODE SQUELCH
DCode programming
An ID code MUST be programmed into code channel C0. Up to 6
transmit codes are programmable into code channels, C1 to C6, if
required.
qPush [✱•OPTION] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
F
TX
MR
• Pager mode is selected.
• 100 MHz digit shows “P.”
wPush [8•SET] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
F
TX
MR
• One of either “CP” or “C0” to “C6” flashes.
• “C0” is the ID code and “C1” to “C6” are
transmit codes.
eRotate [VOL] to select code channel C0.
• A different ID code must be programmed into each transceiver.
rEnter the desired 3-digit ID code via the
F
TX
MR
keypad.
tRotate [VOL] to select a transmit code
F
TX
MR
channel from C1 to C6.
yEnter the desired 3-digit transmit code via
the keypad.
uPush [6•SKIP] after [A•FUNC] is pushed to
F
SKIP
MR
TX
set the channel for “receive inhibit” or “re-
ceive accept.”
• When “receive inhibit” is set, “SKIP” ap-
pears as at right.
• Code channel C0 cannot be set as “receive inhibit.”
• See the table for “receive accept” and “receive inhibit” details
(p. 42).
iRepeat steps tand yto set additional transmit code channels,
if desired.
oPush [#•ENT
] or [PTT] to exit code set mode.
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PAGER/CODE SQUELCH 10
• Receive accept/receive inhibit
➥ “Receive accept” (“SKIP” indicator does not appear) accepts
pager calls when the transceiver receives a signal with a code
the same as that in the code channel.
➥ “Receive inhibit” (“SKIP” indicator appears) rejects calls even
when the transceiver receives a code the same as that in the
code channel. Transmit codes should therefore be programmed
for “receive inhibit,” otherwise the transceiver will not reject un-
necessary calls.
• Pager/code squelch operation during channel indication
To use these functions in channel indication, the pager/code
squelch setting must be programmed with other memory contents
before selecting channel number indication.
42
10PAGER/CODE SQUELCH
Optional UT-108 required
‘
Pager operation
DCalling a specific station
qProgram the desired code channel in advance (p. 41).
wSet the operating frequency.
•
Set the AF and squelch to the desired level as in normal operation.
ePush [✱•OPTION] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
• Pager mode is selected.
F
TX
MR
• 100 MHz digit shows “P.”
rSelect the desired transmit code channel:
➥ Push [8•SET] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
➥ Rotate [VOL] to select the desired code channel.
➥ Push [#•ENT ] to return to previous condition.
tPush [PTT] to transmit the pager code.
yWait for an answer back.
• When the transceiver receives an answer back code, the function
display shows the other member’s ID or group code.
uAfter confirming a connection push [✱•OPTION] after [A•FUNC] is
pushed to select the code squelch operation, or repeat the pre-
vious key operation again to select non-selective calling system.
• DO NOT push any digit keys while code channels C0 to C6 are dis-
played, or code channel contents be changed.
iCommunicate with the other party as normal: push [PTT] to
transmit; release to receive.
43
PAGER/CODE SQUELCH 10
DWaiting for call from a specific station
qSet the operating frequency.
wPush [✱•OPTION] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
• 100 MHz digit shows “P.”
eWait for a call.
• When receiving a call, the caller’s ID or group code appears as
shown below.
• DO NOT push any digit keys while code channels C0 to C6 are dis-
played, or code channel contents will be changed.
rPush [PTT] to send an answer back call and display the operat-
ing frequency.
tAfter confirming a connection push [✱•OPTION] after [A•FUNC] is
pushed to select code squelch operation, or repeat previous key
operation again to select non-selective calling system.
• PERSONAL CALLS
This display appears when you are called
F
SKIP
MR
TX
with your ID code and the calling station’s ID
code is 123.
CP and
flash.
• GROUP CALLS
This display appears when you are called
with the group code, 888, and 888 has been
programmed into code channel C6.
Code channel
F
TX
MR
• ERROR INFORMATION
When the transceiver receives an incomplete
signal, “E” and previously received code ap-
pear.
F
TX
MR
Previously received
code.
44
10PAGER/CODE SQUELCH
Optional UT-108 required
‘
Code squelch
Code squelch provides communications with quiet standby since
you will only receive calls from stations which know your ID or
group code. Each push of [PTT] sends a 3-digit code in order to
open the receiving station’s code squelch prior to voice transmis-
sion.
qSet the operating frequency.
•
Set the AF and squelch to the desired level as in normal operation.
wPush [✱•OPTION] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
• Repeat several times, if necessary.
• Code squelch mode is selected.
F
TX
MR
• 100 MHz digit shows “C.”
eSelect the desired transmit code channel:
➥ Push [8•SET] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
➥ Rotate [VOL] to select the desired code channel.
➥ Push [#•ENT ] to exit code set mode.
rOperate the transceiver in the normal way (push [PTT] to trans-
mit; release [PTT] to receive).
tTo cancel the code squelch, push [✱•OPTION] after [A•FUNC] is
pushed.
• 100 MHz digit shows “1” when the function is cancelled.
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
Set mode
DEntering set mode
11
‘
qPush [8•SET] after [A•FUNC] is pushed.
wPush [∫] or [√] to select the desired item.
eRotate [VOL] to select the condition/value.
• To exit set mode, push [#•ENT
].
DRepeater tone frequency
Selects tone encoder frequency for accessing
a repeater, etc. from one of 50 available fre-
quencies.
F
F
F
TX
MR
MR
MR
• 67.0–254.1 Hz (50 tones): 88.5 Hz (default)
DTone squelch frequency
Selects frequency for tone squelch or pocket
beep operation from one of 50 available fre-
quencies.
TX
• 67.0–254.1 Hz (50 tones): 88.5 Hz (default)
DDTCS code
Selects DTCS encoder/decoder code with po-
larity (N: normal/I: inverse) from one of 208
available codes.
D
TX
• 023N/I–754N/I: 023N (default)
DOffset frequency
Sets the offset frequency for duplex (repeater)
operation within 0–20.00 MHz range.
F
TX
MR
DReverse function
Turns the reverse function ON and OFF.
• Default: OFF
F
TX
MR
46
OTHER FUNCTIONS
11
DTuning step
Selects tuning step from 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20,
25 , 30 and 50 kHz.
F
TX
MR
DScan pause timer
F
F
Selects the scan pause time from SCt.5,
SCt.10, SCt.15 and SCP. 2. When receiving
signals, the scan pauses according to the
scan pause time.
TX
TX
MR
MR
• SCt. 5/10/15 : Scan pauses for 5/10/15 sec.
(default: SCt.15)
• SCP. 2
: Scan pauses until the signal
disappears. Resumes 2 sec. after the signal dis-
appears.
DFunction key timer
Selects [A•FUNC] effect timer from F0.At,
F
TX
MR
F1.At, F2.At, F3.At and F .m.
F
• F0.At
: “ ” disappears immediately after
secondary function is operated.
F
TX
MR
(default)
F
• F1/2/3.At : “ ” disappears after 1/2/3 sec.
after secondary function is oper-
ated.
F
• F .m
: “ ” appears until [A•FUNC] is pushed again.
DLCD backlight
Selects LCD backlight lighting condition from
auto, ON and OFF.
F
TX
MR
• LIG.At
: Lights when any keys except
[PTT] is pushed. (default)
• LIG.ON : Lights continuously while the transceiver is powered
ON.
• LIG.OF : Never lights.
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
11
DTransmission permission
Turns transmission permission ON and OFF.
This function can be set for each memory and
call channel, independently.
F
TX
MR
• tX .ON: Transmission is permitted. (default)
• tX .OF : Transmission is inhibited.
Optional UT-108 required
DPager/Code squelch channel
Programs 3-digit ID code in channel “C0”
and individual or group call code in channel
“C1” to “C6” for the pager and code squelch
functions. See p. 41 for programming details.
F
TX
MR
*This item appears only when the optional UT-108 is installed and pager
or code squelch function is activated.
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
11
AT POWER ON
‘
Initial set mode
The initial set mode is accessed at power on and allows you to set
seldom-changed settings. In this way, you can “customize” trans-
ceiver operations to suit your preference and operating style.
DEntering initial set mode
qTurn power on while [∫] and [√] are pushed.
wPush [∫] or [√] to select the desired item.
eRotate [VOL] to select the condition/value.
• To exit set mode, push [#•ENT
].
DKey-touch beep
Turns key-touch beep emission ON and OFF.
• Default: ON
F
TX
MR
DTime-out timer
To prevent accidental prolonged transmission,
etc., the transceiver has a time-out timer. This
function cuts a transmission OFF after 1–30
min. of continuous transmission. This timer
can be cancelled.
F
TX
MR
• tOt.OF : The time-out timer is turned OFF. (default)
• tOt. 1–30 : The transmission is cut OFF after the set period
elapses.
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
11
U.S.A. version only
DAuto repeater
The auto repeater function automatically turns
ON or OFF the duplex operation with a speci-
fied shift direction and tone encoder, when the
operating frequency falls within or outside of
145.200–145.495, 146.610–146.995 and
147.000–147.395 MHz range. The offset and
repeater tone frequencies are not changed by
F
TX
MR
F
TX
MR
the auto repeater function, reset these frequencies, if necessary.
• RPt.OF : The auto repeater function is turned OFF.
• RPt.R1 : Activates for duplex only. (default)
• RPt.R2 : Activates for duplex and tone.
DAuto power-off
The transceiver can be set to automatically
turn OFF after a specified period with a beep
F
TX
MR
when no key operations are performed.
• 30 min., 1 hour, 2 hours and OFF (default)
F
AO
TX
can be specified. The specified period is re-
tained even when the transceiver is turned
OFF by the auto power-off function. To can-
MR
cel the function, select “POF.OF” in this set mode.
DRepeater lock-out
Selects lockout type from repeater, busy and
OFF.
• RLO.RP : The repeater lockout is turned ON.
• RLO.bu : The busy lockout is turned ON.
• RLO.OF : No lockout is activated. (default)
F
TX
TX
MR
F
MR
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
11
DSquelch delay
Selects squelch delay from short and long to
prevent repeated opening and closing of the
squelch during reception of the same signal.
• Sqt. S: The squelch closes in short delay.
(default)
F
TX
MR
• Sqt. L: The squelch closes in long delay.
DDTMF speed
The rate at which DTMF memories send indi-
vidual DTMF characters can be set to accom-
modate operating needs.
F
TX
MR
• 1: 100 msec. interval; 5.0 cps speed (default)
• 2: 200 msec. interval; 2.5 cps speed
• 3: 300 msec. interval; 1.6 cps speed
• 5: 500 msec. interval; 1.0 cps speed
(cps=characters/sec.)
DDial assignment
Selects [VOL] control action from AF volume
and tuning dial.
F
TX
MR
• tOP.VO : AF volume (default)
• tOP.dI : Tuning dial
F
TX
MR
DDisplay type
F
Selects LCD indication type from frequency,
channel number and channel names.
• dSP.FR : Shows frequency (default)
• dSP.CH: Shows channel number*
• dSP.Nm: Shows channel names
*Memory channels only can be selected.
TX
MR
F
TX
MR
F
TX
MR
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
11
DLCD contrast
Selects LCD contrast from auto and low.
• LCd.AT : Automatic (default)
• LCd.LO : Low contrast
F
TX
MR
DPower save
Selects duty cycle for power save function
from auto, 1:32, 1:16, 1:8, 1:2 and OFF.
• P–S.At : Duty cycle changes automatically.
(default)
F
F
TX
TX
MR
MR
• P–S.32 : 1:32 duty cycle
• P–S.16 : 1:16 duty cycle
• P–S. 8 : 1:8 duty cycle
• P–S. 2 : 1:2 duty cycle
• P–S.OF : The power save function turned OFF.
DTuning speed acceleration
The tuning speed acceleration automatically speeds up the tuning
speed when pushing and holding [∫] or [√], or rotating [VOL]
rapidly.*
F
TX
MR
• S–S.At : The tuning speed acceleration is
activated. (default)
• S–S. m : The tuning speed acceleration is
F
TX
not activated.
MR
*When tuning dial is assigned with [VOL].
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
11
Optional HM-75A required
DMic simple mode
This item turns the microphone simple mode
ON and OFF. Microphone simple mode is
used to change the function assignments for
keys in the optional HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL
SPEAKER-MICROPHONE as below. This assign-
ment is convenient for 3-channel use of sim-
ple operation.
F
TX
MR
F
TX
MR
• mIC.N1 : Normal 1 (default)
• mIC.N2 : Normal 2
• mIC.Sm : Simple mode
HM-75A
key
Mode
NORMAL1
NORMAL2
SIMPLE
[SQL]
Freq.
CH
[B•CALL]
Null
[A]
[SQL]
Freq.
CH
VFO/Memory
Null
VFO/Memory
Null
[B]
[B•CALL]
Freq.
CH
Freq. Up
Memory CH Up
Freq. Up
Memory CH Up
[∫]
MR-00CH
MR-01CH
Freq.
Freq. Down
Freq. Down
[√]
CH Memory CH Down Memory CH Down
NOTE:
Turn power OFF when connecting the HM-75A to the trans-
ceiver.
VFO mode cannot be selected via the microphone when SIM-
PLE mode is selected.
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
11
AT POWER ON
‘
CPU reset
The function display may occasionally display erroneous informa-
tion (e.g. when first applying power). This may be caused by exter-
nally by static electricity or other factors.
If this problem occurs, turn power OFF. After waiting a few seconds,
turn power ON again. If the problem persists, perform CPU reset-
ting operation as follows.
• Turn power ON while [SQL] and [D•CLR] are
pushed.
CAUTION:
Resetting the CPU returns to all programmed
contents to their default settings.
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CLONING
12
Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the programmed
contents from one transceiver to another transceiver; or, data from
a PC to a transceiver using the optional CS-V8 CLONING SOFTWARE.
DTransceiver-to-transceiver cloning
AT
POWER ON
qConnect the OPC-474 CLONING CABLE with
adaptor plugs to the [SP] jack of the master and sub-trans-
ceivers.
• The master transceiver is used to send data to the sub-transceiver.
wWhile pushing [A•FUNC] + [Y], turn power ON to enter cloning
mode (master transceiver only— power ON only for sub-trans-
ceiver).
• “CLONE” appears and the transceivers enter the clone standby
condition.
ePush [PTT] on the master transceiver.
• “CL” appears in the master transceiver’s display and two digit num-
bers show that data is being transferred to the sub-transceiver.
• “CL IN” appears automatically in the sub-transceiver’s display and
two digit numbers show that data is being received from the master
transceiver.
rWhen cloning is finished, turn power OFF, then ON again to exit
cloning mode.
DCloning using a PC
Please refer to the HELP file that comes with CS-V8 CLONING
SOFTWARE.
NOTE: DO NOT push the [PTT] on the sub-transceiver during
cloning. This will cause a cloning error.
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OPTIONAL UNIT 13
DOptional UT-108 installation
qRemove the optional
connecter access cover
(named
sheet).
2251
OPT
• Insert a screwdriver into
the hollow of the chassis,
then lift and take away
the cover. (The cover
cannot be used again.)
q
WARNING!
NEVER attempt to remove the optional connector cover
using your finger nails, this may result in injury.
wAttach the optional unit. Insert the connector tightly to avoid a
bad contact.
eRemove the paper back-
ing of 2251 OPT sheet
supplied as an acces-
sory.
r
rAttach the new 2251
OPT sheet to the service
window.
e
tProgram the necessary
information from the
w
transceivers key pads or
using the cloning soft-
ware, before operation.
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SPECIFICATIONS
14
D General
• Frequency range
USA
:
144–148 MHz (Tx), 136–174 MHz* (Rx)
136–174 MHz* (Tx/Rx)
General (LM)
*Guaranteed 144–148 MHz range only.
• Operating temp. range
• Frequency stability
: –10˚C to +60˚C; +14˚F to +140˚F
10 ppm (–10˚C to +60˚C)
:
• Antenna connector
: BNC (50 Ω)
• Power supply requirement
: 7.2 V DC (6–10.3 V DC acceptable; Icom’s bat-
tery pack only)
:
• Current drain (at 7.2 V DC)
Transmit
at 5.5 W
at 0.5 W
at max. AF
Stand-by
Power saved
Less than 2.0 A
Less than 0.7 A
Less than 250 mA
Less than 70 mA
Less than 20 mA
Receive
• No. of memory channels
• Tuning steps
• Dimensions
(projections not included)
• Weight (approx.)
:
107 (incl. 1 call and 6 programmed scan edges)
: 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 50 kHz
: 54(W)×132(H)×35(D) mm
; 21⁄8(W)×53⁄16(H)×13⁄8(D) in
: 350 g; 12.3 oz (with BP-222)
190 g; 6.7 oz (without battery pack)
D Transmitter
• Modulation system
: Variable reactance frequency modulation
• Output power (at 7.2 V DC) : 5.5 W (High), 0.5 W (Low)
• Max. frequency deviation
• Spurious emissions
• External mic. connector
:
5.0 kHz
: Less than –60 dB
: 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm (1⁄10″); 2.2 kΩ
D Receiver
• Receiving system
• Intermediate frequencies
: Double conversion superheterodyne system
: 1st: 21.7 MHz, 2nd: 450 kHz
•
Sensitivity (at 12 dB SINAD) : 0.16 µV typ.
• Squelch sensitivity
• Selectivity
: 0.1 µV typ.
: 65 dB typ.
• Intermodulation rejection
: 65 dB typ.
•
Spurious & image rejection
: 75 dB typ.
• Audio output power
(at 7.2 V DC)
: More than 0.3 W at 10% distortion with an
8 Ω load
•
External speaker connector: 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm(1⁄8″); 8 Ω
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OPTIONS 15
DBATTERY PACKS
Battery
Pack
Voltage
Capacity
Output
Power
Operating
Period*
1
Battery case for R6 (AA)
×6 alkaline or Ni-Cd cells
2
BP-208*
5.5 W
—
BP-209
BP-210
BP-222
7.2 V
7.2 V
7.2 V
1100 mAh
1650 mAh
600 mAh
5.5 W
5.5 W
5.5 W
7.5 hrs.
11 hrs.
4 hrs.
*1Operating periods are calculated under the following conditions:
Tx:Rx:standby=5:5:90, power save function: auto setting, is activated
*2Operation with the LOW output power selection is recommended.
DCHARGER
• BC-144 (#11) DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-145 AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hrs.
• BC-137 (#11) BATTERY CHARGER + BC-122 AC ADAPTER
For regular charging. Charging time: 15 hrs.
• BC-146 BATTERY CHARGER + BC-147 AC ADAPTER.
For regular charging. Charging time: 18.5 hrs.
• BC-121 MULTI-CHARGER + AD-94 (#11) CHARGER ADAPTER (6 pcs.)
For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs simultaneously.
Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hrs.
• BC-119 DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-94 (#11) CHARGER ADAPTER
For rapid charging of battery packs. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hrs.
DINTERNAL UNIT
• UT-108 DTMF DECODER UNIT
Provides pager and code squelch capabilities.
DOTHER OPTIONS
• HM-54/HM-46L/HM-75A/HM-131L SPEAKER-MICROPHONES
• HM-128L EARPHONE-MICROPHONE
• HS-51 HEADSET
• MB-68/MB-74 BELT CLIPS
• CS-V8 CLONING SOFTWARE + OPC-478 CLONING CABLE
For memory contents programming by PC editing.
• OPC-474 CLONING CABLE
For cloning between transceivers.
• SP-13 EARPHONE
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A-6043H-1EX
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© 2001 Icom Inc.
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