INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VHF TRANSCEIVERS

iF3260
Series
UHF TRANSCEIVERS

iF4260
Series

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.

The photo shows the

UHF transceiver.
 IMPORTANT EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com- WORD DEFINITION
pletely before using the transceiver.
Personal death, serious injury or an explo-
RDANGER!
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This sion may occur.
instruction manual contains important oper­ating instructions Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
RWARNING!
for the IC-F3261DT/DS, IC-F3263DT/DS VHF TRANSCEIV- shock may occur.
ERS and IC-F4261DT/DS, IC-F4263DT/DS UHF TRANS- CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
CEIVERS.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
NOTE
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.

This instruction manual includes some functions which are

usable only when they are preset by your dealer. Ask your
dealer for details. VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY
See the operating guide for details of IDAS™ NXDN™, The AMBE+2™ voice coding Technology embodied in this
BIIS, MDC and LTR® system operations. Ask your dealer product is protected by intellectual property rights including
for details. patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice
Systems, Inc. This voice coding Technology is licensed solely
for use within this Communications Equipment. The user of
Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor- this Technology is explicitly prohibited from attempting to ex-
porated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany,
France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
tract, remove, decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble
IDAS is trademark of Icom Incorporated (Japan). the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code
NXDN is a trademark of Icom Incorporated and JVC KENWOOD Corporation. into a human-readable form. U.S. Patent Nos.
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United States.
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All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
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PRECAUTIONS
R DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery CAUTION: MAKE SURE the flexible antenna, bat-
pack. tery pack and jack cover are securely attached to the trans-
ceiver, and that the antenna and battery pack are dry before
R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery attachment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver to dust or
packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery water will result in serious damage to the transceiver.
packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or
charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electri-
cal blast­ing caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause
the battery to burst. DO NOT push [PTT] when not actually intending to transmit.
R WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or
the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of in areas with temperatures below –30°C (–22°F) or above
the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The +60°C (+140°F).
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm The basic operations, transmission and reception of the trans-
(2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is verti- ceiver are guaranteed within the specified operating tempera-
ture range. However, the LCD display may not be operate
cal.
correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours of
R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas.
a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.
DO NOT modify the transceiver. The transceiver warranty
Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume op- does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized modifica-
eration. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the tion.
volume level or discontinue use.
DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol
R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while when cleaning, as they will damage the transceiver surfaces.
driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—
anything less may result in an accident. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when
operating it continuously for long periods of time.
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 PRECAUTIONS (Continued) FCC INFORMATION
BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IP67 require- • FOR CLASS A UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:
ments for dust-tight and waterproof protection. However, once This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
the transceiver has been dropped, dust-tight and waterproof limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible dam- FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
age to the transceiver’s case or the waterproof seal. protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or batteries from if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
the trans­ceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise, manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
the installed battery pack or batteries will become exhausted, cations. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
and will need to be recharged or replaced. likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
MAKE SURE to turn OFF the transceiver power before
connect­ing the supplied/optional equipment.

For IC-F4261, IC-F4263 CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not

• The GPS receiver may not work if the transceiver transmits expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority
near the 510 MHz. This is made in the internal circuit and to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.
does not indicate a transceiver malfunction.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1
2
IMPORTANT........................................................................... i ■■ Automatic Key Lock function.......................................18
3
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS........................................................ i ■■ Priority A channel selection........................................18
VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY........................................... i 4 BATTERY CHARGING.............................................19–23
4
PRECAUTIONS..................................................................... ii ■■ Caution.......................................................................19 5
FCC INFORMATION............................................................ iii ■■ Optional battery chargers...........................................21
TABLE OF CONTENTS........................................................ iv 6
5 BATTERY CASE.......................................................24–26
1 ACCESSORIES............................................................1–3 7
■■ BP-240 optional battery case. ....................................24
■■ Supplied accessories....................................................1 ■■ BP-261 optional battery case. ....................................25 8
■■ Accessory attachments. ...............................................1
6 SWIVEL BELT CLIP.................................................27–28 9
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION.....................................................4 ■■ MB-93 contents. .........................................................27
■■ Front panel....................................................................4 10
■■ To attach.....................................................................27
■■ Function display............................................................5 ■■ To detach....................................................................28 11
■■ Programmable function keys. .......................................6
7 SPEAKER MICROPHONE.............................................29 12
3 BASIC OPERATION.................................................11–18
■■ Turning power ON.......................................................11
■■ Optional HM-184/HM-184H........................................29 13
■■ To attach.....................................................................29
■■ Channel selection.......................................................12 14
■■ Call procedure. ...........................................................13 8 OPTIONS..................................................................30–31
15
■■ Receiving and transmitting. ........................................13 9 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION........................32–33
■■ User set mode. ...........................................................16 16
■■ Scrambler function......................................................16
■■ Stun function...............................................................16
■■ Emergency transmission. ...........................................17
■■ Man Down Emergency Call........................................17

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 1 ACCESSORIES

■■Supplied accessories ■■Accessory attachments

The following accessories are supplied. DDFlexible antenna
Connect the supplied flexible antenna
Flexible antenna Battery pack Belt clip to the antenna connector.
(This illustration is
for the UHF type.) CAUTION:
• NEVER carry the transceiver by
holding antenna.
• D O NOT connect any antenna
other than those listed on page
31.
Connector cover • Transmitting without an antenna
(with screw) will damage the transceiver.

 OTE: Some accessories are not supplied, depending on

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the transceiver version.

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 ACCESSORIES 1

DDBattery pack DDBelt clip 1

To attach the battery pack: To attach the belt clip:
Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (q) until the q Remove the battery pack if it is attached. 2
battery release button makes a ‘click’ sound. w Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt 3
NOTE: Push on the bottom of the pack to make sure the clip locks and makes a ‘click’ sound.
release button is firmly locked. 4
To remove the battery pack: 5
Push the battery release button in the direction of the arrow 6
(w), as shown below. The battery pack is then removed.
7
 EVER remove or attach the battery pack when the trans-
N
ceiver is wet or soiled. This may result water or dust get- 8
ting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the
9
transceiver being damaged.
10
To detach the belt clip: 11
q Remove the battery pack if it is attached. 12
Battery pack w Pinch the clip (q), and slide the belt clip in the direction of
the arrow (w). 13
q
w
14
15
q
16
Battery release
button
w

 OTE: Keep the battery pack terminals clean. It’s a good

N
idea to occasionally clean them.
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 1 ACCESSORIES

DDConnector cover

To attach the connector cover: To detach the connector cover:

q Place the connector cover over the multi-connector. qR
 emove the screw using a Phillips screwdriver.
w Tighten the screw. wD
 etach the connector cover to connect optional equip-
ment.

Multi-
connector
w
q

q
w
Connector
cover

CAUTION:
Attach the connector cover when optional equipment is not
used. Otherwise the terminals of the multi-connector may
short out, and this could damage the transceiver.

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 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2
■■Front panel 1
r DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Side1] 2
q
!2  Desired functions can be preset by your dealer. 3
w GPS receiver* (p. 6)
e 4
!1 t PTT SWITCH [PTT]
r Speaker Hold down to transmit, release to receive. 5
t !0 y DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [Side2]/[Side3] 6
Desired functions can be preset by your dealer. (p. 6)
Microphone 7
o u 10-KEYPAD (Depending on the version)
y The keypad allows you to enter digits to: 8
i • Select memory channels 9
• Select tone channels
• Select DTMF codes (during transmit) 10
u • Set TX codes
• Start up with the password 11
*A GPS receiver is
built-in, depending on i DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3] 12
Desired functions can be preset by your dealer. (p. 6)
the transceiver version. 13
o FUNCTION DISPLAY (p. 5)
q ROTARY SELECTOR Displays a variety of information such as an operating 14
Rotate to select the memory channels or the operating channel number/name, Set mode contents, DTMF code, 15
zone, depending on the presetting. selected functions and so on.
16
w ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connect the supplied antenna. (p. 1)
e DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [EMR]
Desired functions can be preset by your dealer.
(p. 6)
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 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

!0 MULTI-CONNECTOR
Connects to optional equipment.
■■Function display
q w e r ty u i

Connector cover
NOTE: Attach the connec-
tor cover when optional
equipment is not used. o
See page 3 for details.

CALA TXCU TXC SET !0

q SIGNAL STRENGTH ICON

 Indicates relative signal strength level.
w LOW POWER ICON
 Appears when low output power is selected.
!1 BUSY/TRANSMIT INDICATOR • When the battery power decreases to a specified level, low
➥ Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the power is automatically selected.
squelch is open.
e AUDIBLE ICON
➥ Lights red while transmitting.
 ➥ Appears when the channel is in the ‘audible’ (unmute)
!2 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] mode.
Rotate to turn the transceiver power ON or OFF, and ad-  ➥ Appears when a matched signal is received.
just the audio level.
r COMPANDER ICON
 Appears when the compander function is activated.
t SCRAMBLER ICON
 Appears when the voice scrambler function is activated.
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 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

■■Programmable function keys 1

y BELL ICON The following functions can be assigned to the [EMR],
2
 Appears or blinks when a matched signal is received, de- [Side1], [Side2], [Side3], [P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3] program- 3
pending on the presetting. mable function keys.
Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details con-
4
u CALL CODE MEMORY ICON
 Appears when the call code memory is selected.
cerning your transceivers programming. 5
i BATTERY ICON CH UP AND DOWN KEYS “UP” “DOWN” 6
 Appears or blinks when the battery power decreases to a ➥ Push to select an operating channel. When [Rotary selec- 7
specified level. tor] selects “operating channel,” this key is disabled.
➥ Push to select a transmit code channel after pushing [TX 8
Indication
Code CH Select]. 9
Charging Exhausted ➥ Push to select a DTMF channel after pushing [DTMF Au-
Battery level Full Mid
required Battery todial]. 10
blinks when the battery is over charged. ➥ Push to select a scan group after holding down [Scan]. 11
blinks when the battery is exhausted.
➥ Push to select the desired application type, individual/talk-
group ID, TX status message and SDM (Short Data Mes- 12
sage) after pushing [Digital Button].
o ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY 13
 ➥ Displays the operating channel number, channel name,
Set mode contents, DTMF code, and so on. 14
➥ The display mode can be set to one line or two lines. 15
Ask your dealer for details.
• In this instruction manual, the LCD illustration is described 16
using the two-line display mode.

!0 KEY ICONS
 Indicates the programmed function of the front panel keys
([P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3]).

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 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

ZONE KEY “ZONE” SCAN ADD/DEL (TAG) KEY “SCAD”

Push this key, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the ➥ Push to add a channel to, or delete it from the current scan
desired zone. When [Rotary selector] selects the “operating group.
zone,” this key operation is disabled. 1. P
 ush to display the scan group, then push [CH Up] or
[CH Down] to select the desired group.
 hat is a “zone”?— Selected channels are assigned to a
W
2. P
 ush to add a channel to, or delete it from the selected
zone according to how they are to be used in a group. For
group.
example, ‘Staff A’ and ‘Staff B’ are assigned to a “Busi-
3. H
 old down for 1 second to exit the scan group selection
ness” zone, and ‘John’ and ‘Cindy’ are assigned to a “Pri-
mode.
vate” zone.
➥ While a scan is paused on a non-priority channel, push
this key to delete the selected channel from the scan
ZONE UP AND DOWN KEYS “ZNUP” “ZNDN”
group.
Push to select an operating zone. When [Rotary selector] se-
lects an “operating zone,” these keys are disabled.  epending on the presetting, the cleared channel may
D
be added to the scan group again after the scan is can-
SCAN KEY “SCAN” celled. (Nuisance Delete function)
➥ Push to start or cancel a scan.
• When the Power ON Scan function is activated, push to pause PRIORITY CHANNEL KEYS “PRA” “PRB”
the scan. The paused scan resumes after the specified time pe- ➥ Push to select the Priority A or Priority B channel.
riod has passed.
➥ Hold down this key for 1 second to display the scan group, PRIORITY CHANNEL (REWRITE) KEYS “PRAR” “PRBR”
then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired ➥ Push to select the Priority A or Priority B channel.
group. ➥ Hold down [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Rewrite)] for
1 second to rewrite the Priority A or Priority B channel as
the operating channel.

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 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

MEMORY CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS “CH1” “CH2” “CH3” “CH4” LONE WORKER KEY “LONE” 1
Push to directly select memory channels 1 to 4. Push to turn the Lone Worker function ON or OFF.
• If the Lone Worker function is activated, the Emergency function is 2
MONI KEY “MON” automatically turned ON after the specified time period has passed
with no operation performed. 3
➥ Push to mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-tone
squelch mute. Open any squelch or deactivate any mute 4
while holding down this key. (LMR operation only) HIGH/LOW KEY “H/L”
➥ Independently activates one or two of the following func- Push to select the transmit output power temporarily or per- 5
tions on each channel. (PMR operation only) manently, depending on the presetting. 6
• Hold down to unmute the channel (audio is heard; ‘Audible’ • Ask your dealer for the output power level for each selection.
mode). 7
• Push to mute the channel (sets to ‘Inaudible’ only). TONE/RAN CH SELECT KEY “T SEL”
• Push after the communication is finished to send a ‘reset code’. ➥ While in the analog mode, push to enter the continuous
8
(5-tone/BIIS operation only) tone channel selection mode. Then select the desired tone 9
 OTE: The unmute mode (‘Audible’ mode) may auto-
N frequency/code setting using [CH Up] or [CH Down]. After
the selection, push this key again to set the tone/code.
10
matically return to the mute mode (‘Inaudible‘ mode)
after a specified period. ➥ While in the digital mode, push to enter the RAN channel 11
selection mode. Then select the desired RAN setting using
LIGHT KEY “LIGT” [CH Up] or [CH Down]. After the selection, push this key 12
Push to temporarily turn ON the transceiver’s backlight, only again to set the RAN. 13
when the backlight function is turned OFF in the User set mode. ➥ While in the mixed (digital and analog) mode, push to enter
the continuous tone channel selection mode. Then select 14
LOCK KEY “LOCK” the desired tone frequency/code setting using [CH Up] or 15
➥H old down for 1 second to electronically lock all program- [CH Down]. After the selection, push this key to set the
mable keys to prevent accidental frequency changes and tone/code. After that, the RAN channel selection screen 16
unnecessary function access, except the following: appears. Select the desired RAN setting using [CH Up] or
[PTT], [Call] (incl. Call A and Call B), [Moni(Audi)], [CH Down]. After the selection, push this key again to set
[Light], [Emergency], [Surveillance], [Lone Worker] and the RAN.
[OPT 1/2/3].
➥ Hold down for 1 second again to turn the lock function OFF.
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 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

C.TONE CH ENT KEY “TSEL” CALL KEYS “CALL” “CALA” “CALB”

Push to enter the continuous tone channel selection mode. Push to transmit a 2/5-tone or BIIS ID code.
Then select the desired tone frequency/code setting using • A Call transmission may be necessary before you call another sta-
[CH Up] or [CH Down]. The selected channel remains set as tion, depending on your signaling system.
a continuous tone channel until another channel is designat- • [Call A] and/or [Call B] may be selectable when your system
ed as such. employs selective ‘Individual/Group’ calls. Ask your dealer which
call is assigned to each key.
TALK AROUND KEY “TA”
EMERGENCY KEY “EMR”
Push to turn the talk around function ON or OFF.
• The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the
Hold down to transmit an emergency call.
• The emergency call transmits and beep sounds. The display does
receive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver communication.
not change.
• The transceiver can transmit the emergency call silently, or with the
WIDE/NARROW KEY “W/N” display changing, depending on the presetting. Ask your dealer for
Push to toggle the IF bandwidth between wide and narrow. details.
• If you want to cancel the emergency call, hold down the key again
DTMF AUTODIAL KEY “DTMA” before transmitting it.
Push to enter the DTMF channel selection mode. Then select • The emergency call is transmitted only one time, or repeatedly until
the desired DTMF channel using [CH Up] or [CH Down]. receiving a control code, depending on the presetting.
After selecting the DTMF channel, push again to transmit the
selected DTMF code. SURVEILLANCE KEY “SURV”
Push to turn the surveillance function ON or OFF.
RE-DIAL KEY “DTMR” When this function is turned ON, a beep is not heard and the
Push to transmit the last-transmitted DTMF code. LCD backlight does not light when a signal is received or a
key is pushed.

TX CODE ENTER KEYS “TXCE”

Push to directly enter the ID code edit mode, for both 5-tone
and MSK. Then set the desired digit using [CH Up] or [CH
Down]. (p. 15)

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 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

TX CODE CHANNEL SELECT KEY “TXC” USER SET MODE KEY “SET” 1
Push to enter the TX code channel selection mode. Then ➥ Hold down for 1 second to enter the User set mode.
set the desired channel using [CH Up] or [CH Down]. • While in the User set mode, push this key to select an item, and 2
(pp. 14, 15) change the value or condition using [CH Up] or [CH Down].
➥ Hold down this key for 1 second again to exit the User set
3
TX CODE CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS “TXCU” “TXCD” mode. 4
Push to select a TX code channel directly.
OPT OUT KEYS “OP1” “OP2” “OP3” 5
ID-MEMORY SELECT KEY “IDMS” Push to control the output signal level from the optional unit 6
➥ Recalls detected ID codes. connector.
• Push this key, then select the ID code using [CH Up] or [CH 7
Down]. OPT MOMENTARY KEYS “O1M” “O2M” “O3M” 8
• Up to five ID’s can be memorized. Push to control the output signal level from the optional unit
➥ Hold down for 1 second to erase the selected ID’s. connector. 9
SCRAMBLER/ENCRYPTION KEY “SCR”
10
➥ While in the analog mode operation, push to toggle the 11
voice scrambler function ON or OFF.
➥ While in the digital mode operation, push to toggle the
12
encryption transmission function ON or OFF. 13
COMPANDER KEY “COMP” 14
Push to toggle the compander function ON or OFF. 15
The compander function reduces noise components from the
transmitting audio to provide clear communication. 16

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 3 BASIC OPERATION

■■Turning power ON
 rior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery
P DDBattery type selection
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. When turning ON the transceiver, the battery type must be
(p. 21) selected according to the attached battery type.

q Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power. qqTurn OFF the power.

w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up password, wwWhile holding down [EMR] and [PTT], turn ON the power
input the digit codes as directed by your dealer. with rotating [VOL] to toggle the attaching battery type.
• The 10-keypad can be used for password input, depending on • After the display appears, release [EMR] and [PTT].
the transceiver version. • “DRY BATT” is displayed for about 3 seconds, then the low power
• The keys in the table below can be used for password input. icon “Lo” appears when the battery case is selected. The trans-
• The transceiver detects numbers in the same block as identical. mit output power is automatically set to low1.
Therefore “01234” and “56789” are the same. • “LI-ION” is displayed for about 3 seconds when the Lithium-ion
battery pack is selected.
KEY P0 P1 P2 P3 (Side1)
• This operation may not be available, depending on the presetting.
0 1 2 3 4 Ask your dealer for details.
NUMBER
5 6 7 8 9

e If the “PASSWORD” indication does not clear after input-

ting 6 digits, the input code number may be incorrect. Turn
OFF the power and start over.

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 BASIC OPERATION 3

■■Channel selection 1
Several types of channel selections are available. Methods DDVoting operation (for zone selection) 2
may differ, depending on the presetting. The transceiver automatically starts scanning when a zone, 3
specified for the voting operation, is selected.
NON-ZONE TYPE: The voting scan detects the signal of the repeater and auto- 4
To select the desired operating channel: matically selects the strongest station. 5
• Push [CH Up] or [CH Down].
• Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR]*. 6
- Up to 16 preprogrammed channels can be selected.
7
• Push one of [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4].
8
ZONE TYPE:
To select the desired zone:
9
• Push [Zone], then push [CH Up] or [CH Down]. 10
• Push [Zone Up] or [Zone Down].
• Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR]*. 11
- Up to 16 preprogrammed zones can be selected. 12
* Depending on the presetting. 13
When [Rotary selector] selects “Operating channel,” [CH Up]/[CH
Down] are disabled.
14
When [Rotary selector] selects “Operating zone,” [Zone] or [Zone 15
Up]/[Zone Down] are disabled.
16
AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:
Channel setting is not necessary for this type. When you turn
ON power, the transceiver automatically starts scanning.
Scanning stops when a call is received.

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■■Call procedure ■■Receiving and transmitting

When your system employs tone signaling, excluding CTCSS
 AUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage
C
and DTCS, this call procedure may be necessary prior to
the transceiver.
voice transmission. The tone signaling employed may be a
selective calling system which allows you to call only specific Receiving:
station(s) and prevents unwanted stations from contacting q Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power.
you. w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down], or rotate [ROTARY SELEC-
TOR], depending on the presetting, to sequentially select
q Select the desired TX code channel or 2/5-tone code ac- the conventional system channel.
cording to your System operator’s instructions. e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a
• This may not be necessary, depending on the presetting. comfortable listening level.
• Refer to pages 14 or 15 for selection.
NOTE: When a matched RX code signal is received, audio
w Push [Call], assigned to one of the dealer programmable
from the microphone may be automatically transmitted for
keys.
a specified time period.*
e After transmitting, the remainder of your communication
* Depending on the presetting. Ask your dealer for details.
can be carried out in the normal way.
Selective calling Non-selective calling Transmitting:
Wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference.
q While holding down [PTT], speak into the microphone at a
normal voice level.
• When a tone signaling system is used, the call procedure de-
scribed on the previous page may be necessary.
w Release [PTT] to receive.

IMPORTANT: To maximize the audio quality of your sig-

nal:
1. Pause briefly after pushing [PTT].
2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from
your mouth, then speak at a normal voice level.
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 BASIC OPERATION 3

1
DDTransmitting notes DDTX code channel selection 2
• Transmit inhibit function If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it, 3
The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict the display can be toggled between the operating channel
transmission under the following conditions: number or name, and the TX code channel number or name. 4
- The channel is muted (‘Inaudible’ mode; “ ” (Audible icon) When the TX code channel number, or name is displayed, 5
does not appear.) pushing [CH Up] or [CH Down] selects the TX code channel.
- The channel is busy. 6
- Unmatched or matched CTCSS is received, depending on USING [TX CODE CH SELECT] KEY: 7
the presetting. q Push [TX Code CH Select]— a TX code channel number
- The selected channel is a ‘receive only’ channel. or name appears. 8
w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired TX code 9
• Time-out timer channel.
After continuous transmission for a preset time period, the e After selecting, push [TX Code CH Select] to set the 10
time-out timer causes the transceiver to stop transmitting. code.
• Return to the standby mode.
11
• Penalty timer r Push [Call] to transmit the selected TX code. 12
Once transmission is cut OFF, it is further inhibited for a
period determined by the Penalty timer. USING [TX CODE CH UP]/[TX CODE CH DOWN] KEY: 13
If the transceiver has a [TX Code CH Up] or [TX Code CH 14
Down] key assigned, the preset TX code channel can be di-
rectly selected when pushed. 15
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☞ Continued on the next page

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 3 BASIC OPERATION

DDTX code number edit (PMR operation only) USING [TX CODE ENTER] KEY:
If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] or [TX Code q After pushing [TX Code CH Select], push [CH Up] or [CH
Enter] assigned, the TX code contents can be edited within Down], or push [TX Code CH Up] or [TX Code CH Down]
the allowable digits. to select the desired TX code channel.
w Push [TX Code Enter] to enter the TX code edit mode.
USING [TX CODE CH SELECT] KEY: • The digit to be edited blinks.
q Push [TX Code CH Select] to enter the TX code channel e Push [TX Code Enter] to select the desired digit to be ed-
selection mode. ited.
• Select the desired operating channel before entering the TX r Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired digit.
code channel selection mode, if necessary. t Push [TX Code Enter] to set. The digit to the right will au-
w Push [TX Code CH Select] for 1 second to enter the TX tomatically blink.
code edit mode. y Repeat r and t to edit all allowable digits.
• The digit to be edited blinks. u After editing, push [TX Code Enter] to set.
e Push [TX Code CH Select] to select the desired digit to be • Return to the standby mode.
edited. i Push [Call] to transmit.
r Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired digit.
t Push [TX Code CH Select] to set it. The digit to the right DDDTMF transmission
will automatically blink. If the transceiver has [DTMF Autodial] assigned, the au-
y Repeat r and t to edit all allowable digits. tomatic DTMF transmission function can be used. Up to 8
u After editing, push [TX Code CH Select] to set the code. DTMF channels are selectable.
• Return to the standby mode.
i Push [Call] to transmit. q Push [DTMF Autodial]— a DTMF channel appears.
w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired DTMF
channel.
e Push [DTMF Autodial] to transmit the DTMF code on the
selected DTMF channel.

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 BASIC OPERATION 3

■■User set mode ■■Scrambler function 1

The User set mode allows you to set seldom-changed set- The voice scrambler function provides private communica- 2
tings and “customize” the transceiver operation to suit your tion between stations. All transceiver versions have a built-in 3
preferences and operating style. frequency inversion type scrambler.
4
Entering the User set mode:
q H old down [SET] for 1 second to enter the User set
➥ Push [Scrambler] to toggle the scrambler function ON or 5
OFF.
mode. •“ ” (Scrambler icon) appears when the function is ON. 6
w Push [SET] several times to select the appropriate item.
Then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to set the desired level
7
or option. ■■Stun function 8
• In the User set mode, the selectable items are preset by your
dealer. The presetable items are Backlight, LCD contrast, When the specified ID, set as a stun ID or kill ID, is received, 9
Beep, Beep Level, Ringer Level, SQL Level, AF Min Level,
Mic Gain, VOX Gain*, VOX Delay*, Battery Voltage, Signal
the stun function is activated. 10
When a stun ID is received, the transceiver becomes unus-
Moni, Lone Worker and System Info.
able. Entering the password (p. 11) or receiving a revive ID, is 11
* Appears only when the external VOX unit is connected.
necessary to operate the transceiver again. 12
e Hold down [SET] for 1 second again to exit the User set
When a kill ID is received, the transceiver switches to the
mode. 13
cloning required condition. Cloning the transceiver is neces-
sary to operate the transceiver again.
14
15
16

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 3 BASIC OPERATION

■■Emergency transmission
When [Emergency] is pushed for the specified time period, an DDNOTES
emergency signal is transmitted once, or repeatedly, on the Depending on the presetting, the following functions may be
specified emergency channel, depending on the presetting. automatically activated. Ask your dealer for details.

A repeat emergency signal is automatically transmitted until • Auto TX function

the transceiver receives an acknowledgement signal, or you After the emergency call transmission, audio from the micro-
turn OFF the transceiver power. phone is automatically transmitted for a specified time pe-
When no emergency channel is specified, the signal is trans- riod.
mitted on the previously selected channel. • Auto RX function
After the emergency call transmission, the transceiver stands
If you want to cancel the emergency call, hold down [Emer- by in the audible mode for the specified time period.
gency] again before transmitting it.

If your transceiver is preset for Silent operation, you can ■■Man Down Emergency Call
transmit an Emergency call without the beep sounding and
the LED indicator lighting. This function is available, depending on the transceiver version.
When the transceiver has been left in a horizontal position for
IMPORTANT: It is recommended to set a separate emer- the specified time period*, the transceiver enters the emer-
gency channel to provide reliable emergency calls. gency mode, and then the countdown starts.
After the specified time period* has passed, an emergency
call is automatically transmitted once, or repeatedly.
If the transceiver is placed in a vertical position before the first
transmission, the transceiver exits the emergency mode and
the emergency call is cancelled.
IMPORTANT: It is recommended to set a separate emer-
gency channel to provide reliable emergency calls.

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 BASIC OPERATION 3

■■Automatic Key Lock function 1

When [Lock] is assigned to any key, and the Automatic Key
2
Lock timer is preprogrammed*, the key lock function can be 3
automatically turned ON after the specified time period has
passed with no key operation.
4
While the lock function is ON, hold down [Lock] for 1 second 5
to turn the function OFF. 6
*When “0” is programmed, this function is disabled. 7
8
■■Priority A channel selection 9
When one of the following operations is performed, the trans- 10
ceiver automatically selects the Priority A channel.
11
• Turning the power ON
The Priority A channel is selected each time the trans- 12
ceiver power is turned ON. 13
• Status call
The Priority A channel is selected when transmitting a 14
status call. (BIIS operation only) 15
• Clear down
The Priority A channel is selected after the clear down 16
signal is transmitted.

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 4 BATTERY CHARGING

■■Caution
Misuse of Lithium-ion batteries may result in the following • R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery packs in areas
hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse with temperatures above +60˚C (+140˚F). High tempera-
can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of ture buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fires
battery performance. or stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight may
cause the battery to rupture or catch fire. Excessive tem-
peratures may also degrade battery performance or shorten
• R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery battery life.
packs with Icom radios or Icom charger. Only Icom battery • R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow,
packs are tested and approved for use and charge with seawater, or any other liquids. Never charge or use a wet
Icom radios or Icom charger. Using third-party or counterfeit battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before
battery packs or charger may cause smoke, fire, or cause using. The battery is not waterproof.
the battery to burst. • R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs since
internal battery gas may cause them to rupture, or may
cause an explosion.
DDBattery caution • R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals or
• R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the bat- NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gen-
tery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted eration, and the battery may rupture, emit smoke or catch
or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy fire.
pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside • R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for
of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show which it is specified. Never use a battery with any other
cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this
rupture or catch fire. instruction manual.
• R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your
eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean water,
without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.

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 BATTERY CHARGING 4

• R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits • BE SURE to replace the battery with a new one after five- 1
an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If years, even if still holds a charge. The inside battery matrial-
any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or will deteriorate after a period of time, even with little use. 2
distributor. 3
• R WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any DDCharging caution
part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from in- • R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with 4
side the battery. extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves, 5
• R WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight. In such en-
high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. vironments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will 6
This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the battery activate, causing the battery to stop charging. 7
to rupture. • R WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the battery in the
battery charger beyond the specified time for charging. If
8
• CAUTION: Always use the battery within the specified tem-
perature range, –20˚C to +60˚C (–4˚F to +140˚F). Using the the battery is not completely charged by the specified time, 9
battery out of its specified temperature range will reduce the stop charging and remove the battery from the battery char-
battery’s performance and battery life. ger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified 10
• CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is
time limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery may 11
rupture.
left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an exces- 12
sive temperature environment (above +50˚C; +122˚F) for an • R WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery at-
extended period of time. If the battery must be left unused tached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or 13
for a long time, it must be detached from the radio after dis- soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or
damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof.
14
charging. You may use the battery until the remaining ca-
pacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool dry place • CAUTION: NEVER charge the battery outside of the speci- 15
with the temperature range as below: fied temperature range: BC-160 and BC-171 (0˚C to +45˚C;
–20˚C to +50˚C (–4˚F to +122˚F) (within a month)
16
+32˚F to +113˚F), BC-119 and BC-121 (+10˚C to +40˚C;
–20˚C to +35˚C (–4˚F to +95˚F) (within three months) +50˚F to +104˚F). Icom recommends charging the battery
at +20˚C (+68˚F). The battery may heat up or rupture if
charged out of the specified temperature range. Additionally,
battery performance or battery life may be reduced.

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 4 BATTERY CHARGING

■■Optional battery chargers

DDRapid charging with the BC-160 DDRegular charging with the BC-171
The optional BC-160 provides rapid charging of the Li-ion The optional BC-171 provides regular charging of the Li-ion
battery pack. battery pack.
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours with the BP-232WP Charging time: Approximately 11 hours with the BP-232WP

The following items are additionally required: The following items are additionally required:
• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-160, depending • An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-171, depending
on version) or the OPC-515L/CP-23L DC power cable. on version) or the OPC-515L/CP-23L DC power cable.
AC adapter AC adapter
(A different type, or no AC adapter is Transceiver (A different type, or no AC adapter is Transceiver
supplied, depending on the version.) Turn OFF supplied, depending on the version.) Turn OFF
Battery the power
Battery the power
pack
pack

Optional OPC-515L* (for

Optional OPC-515L* (for
13.8 V power source) or
13.8 V power source) or
CP-23L (for 12 V cigarette
CP-23L (for 12 V cigarette
lighter socket) can be used
lighter socket) can be used
instead of the AC adapter.
instead of the AC adapter.
* CAUTION: NEVER
* CAUTION: NEVER
connect the OPC-
connect the OPC-
515L to a power
515L to a power
source using reverse
source using reverse
polarity. This will ruin
polarity. This will ruin
the battery charger.
the battery charger.
White line:
White line:
Black line :
Black line :
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 BATTERY CHARGING 4

DDAD-106 installation DDRapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-106 1

The AD-106 charger adapter must be installed into the BC- The optional BC-119N provides rapidly charges the Li-ion
119N or BC-121N before battery charging. battery pack. 2
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours with the BP-232WP 3
q Connect the AD-106 charger adapter and the BC-119N/
BC-121N. The following items are additionally required. 4
w Install the AD-106 into the holder space of the BC-119N/ • AD-106 charger adapter (purchase separately) 5
BC-121N with the supplied screws. • An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N, depending
on version) or the OPC-515L/CP-23L DC power cable. 6
AD-106
7
AC adapter Turn OFF
Plugs Battery
(A different type, or no AC
pack
the power 8
adapter is supplied, de-
pending on the version.)
Transceiver 9
10
11
AD-106 charger
Screws supplied
with the charger adapter is installed 12
in the BC-119N.
adapter 13
Sockets 14
Optional OPC-515L* (for 15
13.8 V power source) or
CP-23L (for 12 V cigarette 16
lighter socket) can be used
This illustration shows instead of the AC adapter.
the BC-119N. * CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-
515L to a power source using reverse
polarity. This will ruin the battery charger.
White line: Black line :
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 4 BATTERY CHARGING

DDRapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-106

The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be si- IMPORTANT: Battery charging caution
multaneously charged. Ensure the guide tabs on the battery pack are correctly
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours with the BP-232WP aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter. This
illustration is for the BC-160.
The following items are additionally required.
(purchase separately)
• Six AD-106 charger adapters
• An AC adapter or the OPC-656 DC power cable
Turn OFF the power
Battery Transceiver
pack
AD-106 charger
adapters are installed
in each slot.
Tabs

Guide rail

CAUTION:
OPC-656* DC power cable When using the OPC-656 DC power cable
(Connect with a DC power supply; NEVER reverse the polarity when connecting the OPC-
AC adapter 13.8 V/at least 7 A) 656 to a power source. This will ruin the battery charger.
*Polarity of the OPC-656 OPC-656 : Red line: +, Black line: _
Red line : Black line :
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 BATTERY CASE 5
■■BP-240 optional battery case 1
When using the BP-240 battery case, install six AAA (LR03) Fig.1 w
2
size alkaline batteries, as illustrated to the right. BP-240 3
q Unhook the battery cover release hook (q), and open the 4
cover in the direction of the arrow (w). (Fig.1) 5
w Install six AAA (LR03) size alkaline batteries. (Fig.2)
• Install only alkaline batteries. q 6
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
e Replace the cover in the direction of the arrow (e), then 7
Fig.2
close (r). Push the battery cover release hook until it 8
makes a ‘click’ sound (t). (Fig.3)
9
CAUTION:
• When installing the batteries, make sure they are all the
10
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and 11
old batteries together.
•K  eep battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to occa- 12
sionally clean them. 13
• Never incinerate used battery cells since internal battery e
gas may cause them to rupture. Fig.3 14
•N  ever expose a detached battery case to water. If the bat- 15
tery case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it. r
16
 OTE: When the optional battery case is attached, the
N
t
battery type must be set to “DRY BATT” when turning ON
the transceiver. (p. 11)

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 5 BATTERY CASE

■■BP-261 optional battery case

DDAlkaline batteries installation
BP-261
Install six AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries as described
below.
w
qqUnhook the battery cover release hook (q), and open the
cover in the direction of the arrow (w). (Fig.1) Fig.1
wwInstall six AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries. (Fig.2) q
• Install only alkaline batteries.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
eeReplace the cover in the direction of the arrow (e), then
close (r). Push the battery cover release hook until it
makes a ‘click’ sound (t). (Fig.3)
Fig.2

CAUTION:
• When installing the batteries, make sure they are all the
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and
old batteries together.
• Keep battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to occa-
sionally clean them. e
• Never incinerate used battery cells since internal battery
gas may cause them to rupture.
•N  ever expose a detached battery case to water. If the bat- r
tery case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it.
Fig.3
 OTE: When the optional battery case is attached, the
N
t
battery type must be set to “DRY BATT” when turning ON
the transceiver. (p. 11)
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 BATTERY CASE 5

DDBattery case attachment 1

Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until the To release the battery case:
battery release button makes a ‘click’ sound. 2
Slide the battery case’s battery release button in the
direction of the arrow (q), and then push the release 3
button in the direction of the arrow (w). The battery 4
pack is then released.
5
w
6
q
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
NEVER release or attach the battery case when the
transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result water or
16
dust getting into the transceiver or battery case and
may result in the transceiver being damaged.

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 6 SWIVEL BELT CLIP

■■MB-93 contents r Clip the belt clip to a place on your belt. Insert the trans-
ceiver into the belt clip until the base clip is fully inserted
Qty. into the groove.
q Belt clip.............................................................................1
w Base clip...........................................................................1

q w

■■To attach t Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels, as illus-

trated below.
q Remove the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 2)
w Slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow until it locks
and makes a ‘click’ sound.

Once the transceiver is locked in place,

it will swivel 360 degrees.
e Attach the battery pack. (p. 2)
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 SWIVEL BELT CLIP 6

■■To detach 1
q Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the CAUTION:
2
arrow and pull it out of the belt clip. HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY WHEN HANGING 3
OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT
CLIP.
4
Otherwise the transceiver may not properly attach to the 5
holder or swivel, if the transceiver has been accidentally
dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged. 6
7
8
9
10
11
12
w Remove the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 2)
13
e Pinch the clip (q), and slide the base clip in the direction 14
of the arrow (w).
15
q
16
w

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 7 SPEAKER MICROPHONE

■■Optional HM-184/HM-184H ■■To attach

Attach the connector of the speaker microphone into the multi
Microphone connector on the transceiver and tighten the screw.

Speaker

PTT SWITCH Belt clip

Hold down to Screw
transmit;
release to receive.
Coin

Turn OFF the trans- CAUTION: Firmly attach

ceiver power when at- to the multi connector, but
taching or detaching do not overtighten.
the microphone. A loose connection will al-
low water intrusion into
the connector; an over-
tightened connection will
damage the connector
pins in the transceiver.
NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector
becomes wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the
transceiver. IMPORTANT: KEEP the connector cover attached to the
transceiver when the speaker microphone is not in use.
NOTE: The microphone element is located at the top of (p. 3)
the speaker microphone, as shown in the diagram above. Water will not get into the transceiver, even if the cover is
To maximize the readability of your transmitted signal not attached. However, the terminals (pins) will become
(voice), hold the microphone Approximately 5 to 10 cm (2 rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the con-
to 4 inches) from your mouth, and speak at a normal voice nector becomes wet.
level.

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 OPTIONS 8
DDBATTERY PACKS DDCHARGERS 1
• BP-232WP li-ion battery pack • BC-119N desktop charger + AD-106 charger adapter
Voltage: 7.4 V, Capacity: 2250 mAh (min.) 2300 mAh (typ.) + BC-145S ac adapter
2
• Battery life For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter may be 3
VHF UHF supplied with the charger, depending on the version.
Charging time: A pproximately 3.5 hours.
4
GPS unit Digital Analog Digital Analog
mode mode mode mode •B C-121N multi-charger + AD-106 charger adapter (6 pcs.) 5
+ BC-157S ac adapter 6
Built in type 11 hrs. 11.5 hrs. 10.5 hrs. 11 hrs.
For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs simultaneously.
non GPS type 13 hrs. 13.5 hrs. 12 hrs. 12.5 hrs. Six AD-106s are required. An AC adapter should be pur- 7
chased separately.
When the power save function is turned ON, and the operating
Charging time: A
 pproximately 3.5 hours.
8
periods are calculated under the following conditions;
TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90 • BC-160 desktop charger + BC-145S ac adapter 9
• BP-240 battery case For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter may be 10
Battery case for AAA (LR03) × 6 alkaline supplied with the charger, depending on the version.
Charging time: A pproximately 3.5 hours. 11
• BP-261 battery case
Battery case for AA (LR6) × 6 alkaline • BC-171 desktop charger + BC-147S ac adapter 12
For regular charging of battery packs. An AC adapter may
be supplied with the charger, depending on the version. 13
DDDC CABLES
• CP-23L cigarette lighter cable
Charging time: A
 pproximately 11 hours. 14
Allows charging of the battery pack through a 12 V cigarette DDBELT CLIPS 15
lighter socket. For use with the BC-119N/BC-160/BC-171
• MB-93 swivel belt clip 16
• OPC-515L/OPC-656 dc power cables
Allows charging of the battery pack using a 13.8 V power • MB-94R belt clip
source instead of the AC adapter. Exclusive alligator-type belt clip.
OPC-515L : For BC-119N • MB-96N/MB-96F leather belt hanger
OPC-656 : For BC-121N

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 8 OPTIONS

DDANTENNAS DDOTHER OPTIONS

• FA-SC56VS/FA-SC57VS/FA-SC73US stubby antennas • AD-118 acc adapter
Shorter VHF or UHF antennas. Allows you to connect an accessory which uses a HIROSE
FA-SC56VS: Frequency range 150–162 MHz plug. See the instruction sheet of the AD-118 for details of
FA-SC57VS: Frequency range 160–174 MHz the recommended accessories.
FA-SC73US: Frequency range 450–490 MHz CAUTION: The AD-118 does not have any waterproof
• FA-SC25V/FA-SC55V/FA-SC03U/FA-SC25U/ protection. When it is connected, NEVER expose the
FA-SC57U/FA-SC72U flexible antennas adaptor and the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.
VHF or UHF antennas. • HM-184/HM-184H speaker microphone
FA-SC25V: Frequency range 136–150 MHz Rugged type speaker microphone.
FA-SC55V: Frequency range 150–174 MHz The HM-184 and HM-184H meet IP67 requirements for waterproof
FA-SC03U: Frequency range 380–430 MHz protection.
FA-SC25U: Frequency range 400–430 MHz
FA-SC57U: Frequency range 430–470 MHz • MB-130 vehicle charger bracket
FA-SC72U: Frequency range 470–520 MHz Mounts the BC-160 desktop charger on to variety of place
in vehicle.
• FA-SC61VC/FA-SC61UC cut antennas
FA-SC61VC: 136–174 MHz Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal
FA-SC61UC: 380–520 MHz performance when used with an Icom transceiver.
• FA-SC62V/FA-SC63V high gain antennas Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an
FA-SC62V: 150–160 MHz Icom transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with
FA-SC63V: 155–165 MHz equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.

Some options may not be available in some countries. Please

ask your dealer for details.

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 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION 9
Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy •D  O NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as
during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and this may damaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC
1
classified as “Occupational Use Only,” meaning it must and IC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied 2
be used only during the course of employment by indi- with this radio by the manufacturer or antenna specifically authorized
viduals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize by the manufacturer for use with this radio. 3
W ARN ING
such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the • DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50%
“General Population” in an uncontrolled environment. duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC
4
This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC and IC RF ex- and IC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The 5
posure limits for “Occupational Use Only.” In addition, your Icom radio radio is transmitting when the TX indicator lights red. You can cause
complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF the radio to transmit by pressing the “VOX/PTT” switch. 6
energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels •A  LWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the
for exposure to humans: body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips listed on 7
• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Com- page 30 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC 8
pliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Fre- and IC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded.
quency Electromagnetic Fields. To provide the recipients of your transmission the best sound qual- 9
• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard ity, hold the antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and
for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Fre- slightly off to one side. 10
quency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. The information listed above provides the user with the information 11
• American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recom- needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to
mended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous assure that this radio operates with the FCC and IC RF exposure limits 12
Electromagnetic Fields– RF and Microwave. of this radio.
• The accessories (speaker-microphone, batteries, antennas, belt clips,
13
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
that is listed on pages 30–31) are authorized for use with this product.
During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can pos- 14
Use of accessories other than those specified may result in RF expo-
sibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such inter-
sure levels exceeding the FCC and IC requirements for wireless RF
ference, turn OFF the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO
15
exposure.
To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic
NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic 16
radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
energy is within the FCC and IC allowable limits for
occupational use, always adhere to the following Occupational/Controlled Use
guidelines: The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed
C AU TIO N as consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully
aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their
exposure.
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 9 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

Votre radio Icom produit une énergie électromagnétique de • NE PAS faire fonctionner la radio sans qu’une antenne appropriée y soit
radiofréquences (RF), en mode de transmission. Cette fixée, car ceci risque d’endommager la radio et causer une exposition
radio est conçue pour un «usage professionnel seulement» supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC et d'IC. L’antenne appropriée
et classée comme tel, ce qui signifie qu’elle doit être utilisée est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne
uniquement dans le cadre d'un travail par des personnes spécialement autorisée par le fabricant pour être utilisée avec cette radio.
conscientes des dangers et des mesures visant à minimiser ces dangers. Elle • NE PAS émettre pendant plus de 50 % du temps total d’utilisation de
l’appareil («50 % du facteur d'utilisation»). La notion «50% du facteur
N’EST PAS conçue pour une «utilisation grand public», dans un environne-
d’utilisation» s’applique également au mode VOX/PTT. Émettre pen-
ment non contrôlé. dant plus de 50 % du temps total d’utilisation peut causer une exposi-
Cet appareil a été évalué et jugé conforme, aux limites d’exposition aux RF de tion aux RF supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC et d'IC. Lorsque
la FCC et d'IC, pour une «utilisation grand public». En outre, votre radio Icom le voyant DEL rouge s’allume, cette radio est en train d’émettre. La
satisfait les normes et directives qui suivent en matière de niveaux d'énergie radio émettra si vous appuyez sur le bouton du microphone.
et d’énergie électromagnétique de RF et d’évaluation de tels niveaux en ce • TOUJOURS tenir l’antenne éloignée d’au moins 2,5 cm de votre corps
qui concerne l’exposition humaine: au moment d’émettre et utiliser uniquement l’attache pour ceinture Icom
• Supplément C, édition 97-01, du Bulletin OET n° 65 de la FCC, «Eva- illustrée à la p. 30, lorsque vous attachez la radio à votre ceinture, ou à
autre chose, de façon à vous assurer de ne pas provoquer une exposi-
luating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio
tion aux RF supérieure aux limites fixées par la FCC et d'IC. Pour offrir
Frequency Electromagnetic Fields».
à vos interlocuteurs la meilleure qualité de transmission possible, tenez
• Norme de l’American National Standards Institute (ANSI): IEEE C95.1- l’antenne à au moins 5 cm de votre bouche et légèrement de côté.
1992 sur les niveaux de sécurité compatibles avec l’exposition humaine
Les renseignements ci-dessus fournissent à l’utilisateur toute l’information
aux champs électromagnétiques de radiofréquences (3 kHz à 300 nécessaire sur l’exposition aux RF et sur ce qu’il faut faire pour assurer que
GHz). cette radio fonctionne en respectant les limites d’exposition aux RF établies
• Norme de l’ANSI: IEEE C95.3-1992 sur la méthode d’évaluation recom- par la FCC et d'IC.
mandée du champ magnétique potentiellement dangereux des radiofré- Interférence électromagnétique et compatibilité
quences et des micro-ondes. En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l’énergie de RF qui
• Les accessoires illustrés à la p. 30–31 sont approuvés pour une utilisation peut provoquer des interférences avec d’autres appareils ou systèmes. Pour
avec ce produit. L’utilisation d’accessoires autres que ceux précisés peut éviter de telles interférences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs
entraîner des niveaux d’exposition aux RF supérieures aux limites établies où une signalisation l’exige. NE PAS faire fonctionner l’émetteur dans des
par la FCC et d'IC en matière d’exposition aux RF sans fil. secteurs sensibles au rayonnement électromagnétique tels que les hôpi-
Afin de vous assurer que votre exposition à une taux, les aéronefs et les sites de dynamitage.
énergie électromagnétique de RF se situe dans Usage professionnel/contrôlé
les limites permises par la FCC et d'IC pour une Ce radio émetteur est utilisé dans des cas où des personnes sont exposées
utilisation grand public, veuillez en tout temps en raison de leur travail, pourvu qu’elles soient conscientes du risque d’ex-
respecter les directives suivantes: position et qu’elles puissent exercer un contrôle sur cette exposition.
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