INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

iM36

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.
 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy dur- •D  O NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this
ing transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified may damaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF ex-
as “Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only posure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by
during the course of employment by individuals aware of the the manufacturer or antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer
hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio for use with this radio.
W ARN ING is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an • DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50% duty
uncontrolled environment. cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF expo-
This radio has been evaluated for compliance at the distance of 2.5 cm (1 inch) sure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting
with the FCC RF exposure limits for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your when the “transmit indicator” appears on the LCD. You can cause the
Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch.
to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body
for exposure to humans: when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips which are listed on
• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compli- page 28 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF
ance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the re-
Electromagnetic Fields. cipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at
• A merican National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side.
for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency The information listed above provides the user with the information needed
Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this
• A merican National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recom- radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.
mended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electro-
magnetic Fields– RF and Microwave. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
• The following accessories are authorized for use with this product. Use of During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly
accessories other than those specified may result in RF exposure levels cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference,
exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure.; Belt Clip turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate
(MB-109), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack (BP-252) and Alkaline Bat- the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as
tery Case (BP-251). hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.

To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic en- Occupational/Controlled Use

ergy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed as
use, always adhere to the following guidelines: consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully aware of
the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure.
C AU TIO N


IN CASE OF EMERGENCY RECOMMENDATION
If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH
the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16. WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before opera-
tion. Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and control-
lers may become unusable due to salt crystallization.
❍ USING CHANNEL 16
NOTE: DO NOT wash the transceiver in water if there is any
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE reason to suspect the waterproof protection may not be ef-
fective. For example, in cases where the battery pack rubber
1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.” seal is damaged, the transceiver/battery pack is cracked or
broken, or has been dropped, or when the battery pack is
2. “THIS IS … ……………… ” (name of vessel) detached from the transceiver.

3. Your call sign or other indication of the ves-

sel.
4. “LOCATED AT ……………… ” (your position)
5. T he nature of the distress and assistance
required.
6. A
 ny other information which might facilitate
the rescue.

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 FOREWORD FEATURES
Thank you for purchasing this Icom radio. The IC-M36 vhf ☞ Floating on water
marine transceiver is designed and built with Icom’s state of The transceiver floats on fresh or salt
the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this water even when the supplied acces-
radio should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. sories are attached.
• W hen a third-party battery pack, strap,
antenna, etc. is used, it may sink.
IMPORTANT • T he battery contacts may be prone to
rust if the transceiver is kept floating on
the water.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver. ☞ Clear voice boost
The transceiver has the noise detection function which
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This enables automatic volume adjustment and the volume
instruction manual contains important operating instructions loud function that enables you to maximize the volume
for the IC-M36. level instantly to provide clear communication in the
noisy marine environments.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ☞ Noise cancelling microphone

The sub-microphone on the rear panel inverts the phase
and cancels out the ambient noise from the main micro-
WORD DEFINITION phone. As a result, the transceiver can reduce the influ-
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric ence of the background noise (particularly treble noise)
RWARNING on the transmitted signal.
shock may occur.
Equipment damage may occur. • The noise cancellation can produce no effect according to con-
CAUTION
ditions such as loudness and type of noise, or the position and
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk distance between the noise source and the microphone, etc.
NOTE of personal injury, fire or electric shock. • The noise cancellation does not work when an optional exter-
iii nal speaker-microphone is connected.
PRECAUTIONS
RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IPX7* require-
AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric ments for waterproof protection. However, once the trans-
shock. ceiver has been dropped, waterproof protection cannot be
guaranteed because of possible damage to the transceiver's
RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that
case or the waterproof seal.
the antenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from exposed
* Only when the BP-251 (option) or BP-252, flexible antenna, [SP
parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmit- MIC] cap is attached.
ting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is
5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the trans- MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are
ceiver is vertical. securely attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna
and battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other inside of the transceiver to water will result in serious dam-
than the BP-251 (option) or BP-252. Such a connection will age to the transceiver.
ruin the transceiver. After exposure to water, clean the battery contacts thor-
DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight oughly with fresh water and dry them completely to remove
or in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above any water or salt residue.
+60°C (+140°F).
For U.S.A. only
KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of children.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not
KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meters (3.0 ft) away expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass. operate this device under FCC regulations.
BE CAREFUL! The transceiver’s right-side panel will
become hot when operating continuously for long periods.
Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor-
porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France,
Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION.................................................. i 5. ..............
SCAN OPERATION.............................................................14–15
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY.............................................................. ii ■ Scan types..............................................................................14
RECOMMENDATION........................................................................ ii ■ Setting TAG channels.............................................................15
FOREWORD.................................................................................... iii ■ Starting a scan........................................................................15
IMPORTANT..................................................................................... iii 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH........................................................16
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS.................................................................. iii ■ Description..............................................................................16
FEATURES....................................................................................... iii ■ Operation................................................................................16
PRECAUTIONS................................................................................ iv 7 SET MODE...........................................................................17–20
TABLE OF CONTENTS..................................................................... v ■ Set mode programming..........................................................17
1 OPERATING RULES...................................................................1 ■ Set mode items.......................................................................18
2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS................2–3 8 BATTERY CHARGING........................................................21–24
■ Supplied accessories................................................................2 ■ Battery caution........................................................................21
■ Attachments..............................................................................2 ■ Supplied battery charger........................................................23
3 PANEL DESCRIPTION............................................................4–7 ■ Optional battery case..............................................................23
■ Front, top, side and rear panels................................................4 ■ Optional battery charger.........................................................24
■ Function display........................................................................6 9 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE.....................................25
4 BASIC OPERATION..............................................................8–13 ■ HM-165 descriptions...............................................................25
■ Channel selection.....................................................................8 ■ Attachment.............................................................................25
■ Receiving and transmitting.....................................................10 10 TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................26
■ Call channel programming......................................................11 11 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST..................................................27
■ Adjusting the volume level......................................................11 12 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS............................................28
■ Volume loud function...............................................................12 n Specifications.........................................................................28
■ Volume mute function.............................................................12 n Options...................................................................................28
■ Adjusting the squelch level.....................................................12 13 FCC INFORMATION..................................................................29
■ Lock function...........................................................................13
■ Monitor function......................................................................13
■ Automatic backlighting............................................................13
■ AquaQuake water draining function........................................13


 OPERATING RULES 1
D Priorities (2) OPERATOR’S LICENSE 1
• Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and A Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license
keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio 2
is not required for safety purposes.
take priority over all others. 3
• You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be 4
on another channel. posted or kept with the operator. Only a licensed radio op-
erator may operate a transceiver. 5
• False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law. 6
However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a trans-
ceiver if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call 7
D Privacy and makes the necessary log entries.
• Information overheard but not intended for you cannot law- 8
fully be used in any way. A current copy of the applicable government rules and regu- 9
lations is only required to be on hand for vessels in which a
• Indecent or profane language is prohibited. radio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are not 10
required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be
thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regula-
11
D Radio licenses
(1) SHIP STATION LICENSE
tions. 12
You must have a current radio station license before using 13
the transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which
is not licensed. NOTE: Even though the IC-M36 is capable of operation 14
on VHF marine channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 15
Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government 83, according to FCC regulations these simplex chan-
agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license application. This 16
nels cannot be lawfully used by the general population in
government-issued license states the call sign which is your
U.S.A. waters.
craft’s identification for radio purposes.


 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

■ Supplied accessories
Handstrap Battery pack Battery charger AC adapter* D Handstrap
(with 2 screws) (BC-147SA or BC- Pass the handstrap through
174E depending
on the version)
the loop on the back side of
the transceiver as illustrated
at right. This facilitates carry-
ing.

Antenna Belt clip D Belt clip

Attach/detach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated
below.

* This illustration is described with the BC-147SA. To attach the belt clip To detach the belt clip

■ Attachments Be careful!
w
Not to break
D Flexible antenna your nails.
Connect the supplied flexible an-
tenna to the antenna connector.
CAUTION!
•N  EVER carry the transceiver
by holding the antenna. q
• Transmitting without an an-
tenna may damage the trans-
ceiver.


 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2

ï Battery pack 1
To remove the battery pack: NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, use
Turn the screw counter clockwise one quarter turn, then pull a coin or standard screwdriver to loosen or tighten the 2
the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below. bottom screw. 3
To attach the battery pack: CAUTION!: 4
Insert the battery pack in the transceiver completely, then When attaching or removing a battery pack, make sure
turn the screw clockwise one quarter turn. the rubber seal is set in the groove of the battery pack
5
correctly. If the seal is not correctly in the groove, it may 6
NEVER remove or insert the battery pack when the trans- be damaged when attaching the battery pack. If the seal
ceiver is wet or soiled. This may result water or dust get- is damaged, waterproof protection is not guaranteed.
7
ting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the 8
transceiver being damaged.
NOTE:
When attaching a battery pack, make sure dust or other 9
material does not adhere to the rubber seal. If dust or other 10
material is on the seal when attaching a battery pack,
waterproof protection may not be guaranteed. 11
Screw position Make sure the rubber seal (purple) is properly seated in the 12
when removing battery groove and dust or other material does not adhere to it.
13
14
15
Screw position
Correct position Incorrect position
16
when attaching battery

Rubber seal
Groove
Battery pack Battery pack


 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front, top, side and rear panels

q ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 2)
q Connects the supplied antenna.
w SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC] (p. 25)
w Connects the optional external speaker-microphone.
Function N OTE: Attach the [SP MIC] cap when the optional
display speaker-microphone is not used. Otherwise, water will
e (pgs. 6, 7) get into the transceiver.
u q
q Attach the [SP MIC] cap.
i
r
o w Then rotate it clockwise
t w completely.
!0
y
!1
Microphone
e PTT SWITCH [PTT]
!2 Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. (p. 10)
Speaker r CHANNEL 16 KEY [16 9]
➥ Push to select Channel 16. (p. 8)
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to select the call channel. (p. 8)
➥ W hen the call channel is selected, push and hold
for 3 sec. to enter the call channel programming
mode. (p. 11)
Sub-microphone ➥ W hile in the set mode, push to return to the normal
(p. iii) condition. (p. 17)


 PANEL DESCRIPTION 3

t VOLUME/SQUELCH/MONITOR KEY [VOL/SQL MONI] i FAVORITE/TAG KEY [FAV TAG] 1

➥ P ush to enter the volume adjustment mode and the ➥ P ush this key to select the favorite (TAG) channels
squelch adjustment mode. (pgs. 11, 12) with ignoring untagged channels in a channel group in 2
sequence. (p. 8) 3
Normal condition ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to set or clear TAG for the
PUSH displayed channel. (p. 15) 4
Volume adjustment mode ➥ While pushing and holding this key, turn power ON to
PUSH clear or set all TAG channels in the selected channel
5
Squelch adjustment mode
PUSH
group. (p. 15) 6
o CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL KEY [CH/WX U/I/C] 7
➥ Push to restore the changed volume level by the noise ➥ P ush to switch between the regular channel and
detection, volume loud, or volume mute function to the weather channel. (p. 9) 8
original. (pgs. 12, 20) ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to select the channel group
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to activate the monitor func- 9
from U.S.A., International and Canada. (p. 9)
tion. (p. 13) ➥ Push to return to the previous channel before selecting 10
➥ While pushing and holding this key, turn power ON to Channel 16 or the call channel.
enter the set mode. (p. 17) 11
!0 TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY [Hi/Lo ]
➥ While in the set mode, push to select an item. (p. 17) 12
➥ Push to select the output power from high and low. (p. 10)
y SCAN/DUAL KEY [SCAN DUAL] ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the key lock function
➥ Push to start or stop normal or priority scan. (p. 15)
13
ON or OFF. (p. 13)
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter the watch mode. (p. 16)
!1 POWER KEY [ ] 14
➥ Push to exit the watch mode. (p. 16)
➥ Push and hold this key and [Hi/Lo ], to activate the
Push and hold to turn power ON or OFF. 15
!2 LOUD/MUTE KEY [LOUD MUTE]
AquaQuake function. (p. 13)
➥ Push to turn the volume loud function ON or OFF. (p. 12)
16
u CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z]
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the volume mute func-
➥ Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 8, 9)
tion ON, and push to turn the function OFF. (p. 12)
➥ While in the set mode, selects the setting or value of an
item. (p. 17)
➥ Checks TAG channels or changes scanning direction
during scan. (p. 15)

 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Function display
q w e r t y t LOCK INDICATOR (p. 13)
Appears while the lock function is activated.
y BATTERY INDICATOR
u Indicates remaining battery power.
!8
i
Indication
!7 o
Charging
!0 Battery level Full Middle No battery
required
!6
!1 blinks when the battery is over charged.
!2 blinks when the battery is exhausted.
u SCAN INDICATOR (p. 15)
!5 !4 !3
Blinks during scan.
q TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 10) i DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATORS (p. 16)
Appears while transmitting. “DUAL” appears during Dualwatch; “TRI” appears during
Tri-watch.
w BUSY INDICATOR
➥ Appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch o DUPLEX INDICATOR
opens. (p. 10) Appears when a duplex channel is selected.
➥ Blinks while monitoring. (p. 13) !0 SUB CHANNEL READOUT
e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 15) ➥ Indicates Channel 16 during priority scan, Dualwatch or
Appears when a TAG channel is selected. Tri-watch. (p. 16)
➥ Indicates the set mode item while in the set mode. (p. 17)
r CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 8)
➥ Indicates the volume level while in the volume adjust-
Appears when the call channel is selected.
ment mode. (p. 11)
➥ Indicates the squelch level while in the squelch adjust-
ment mode. (p. 12)

 PANEL DESCRIPTION 3

!1 SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR !7 WEATHER CHANNEL/WEATHER ALERT INDICATORS 1

Shows the squelch level. (p. 9)
➥ “WX” appears when the weather channel group is se- 2
!2 VOLUME LEVEL INDICATOR
➥ Shows the volume level. lected. 3
➥ The bars appear in ascending order repeatedly when ➥ “WX ALT” appears while the weather alert function is
the volume loud function is activated. (p. 12) activated; blinks when the alert tone is received. 4
➥ Blinks while the volume mute is activated. (p. 12) !8 LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 10) 5
➥ “LOW” appears when low power is selected.
!3 VOLUME LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR (p. 11)
➥ “LOW” blinks when switching forced low power mode 6
➥ Blinks while adjusting the volume level.
➥ This indicator and the volume level indicator appear because of a high temperature error or low voltage. 7
alternately while the volume level is turned up by the 8
noise detection function. (p. 20)
!4 SQUELCH LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR (p. 12)
9
Blinks while adjusting the squelch level. 10
!5 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT 11
➥ Indicates the selected operating channel number.
➥ I n the set mode, indicates the selected condition or 12
value. (p. 17) 13
!6 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR (p. 9)
14
“ ” appears when U.S.A.; “ ” appears when Interna-
tional; “ ” appears when Canadian channel group is se- 15
lected each.
16


 4 BASIC OPERATION

■ Channel selection
IMPORTANT!: Prior to using the transceiver for the first D Channel 9 (Call channel)
time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum Each regular channel group has separate leisure-use call
life and operation. To avoid damage to the transceiver, channels. The call channel is monitored during Tri-watch.
turn the power OFF while charging. The call channels can be programmed (p. 11) and are used
to store your most often used channel in each channel group
D Channel 16 for quick recall.
Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It used for
establishing initial contact with a station and for emergency q Push and hold [16 9] for 1 sec. to select the call channel
communications. Channel 16 is monitored during both Du- of the selected channel group.
alwatch and Tri-watch. While in the standby condition, you • “CALL” and call channel number appear.
must monitor Channel 16. • Each channel group may have an independent call channel
after programming a call channel. (p. 11)
q Push [16 9] momentarily to select Channel 16. w Push [CH/WX U/I/C] to return to the channel used before
w Push [CH/WX U/I/C] to return to the channel used before call channel, or push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel.
Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel.
Push and hold
for 1 sec.
Push

Convenient!
While pushing and holding [FAV TAG], push [Y]/[Z] to select
the favorite (TAG) channels with ignoring untagged channels
in the selected channel group in sequence.
• Pushing [FAV TAG] only advances the displayed TAG channel.
• The favorite channels are selected using the TAG channel setting.
(p. 15)

 BASIC OPERATION 4

D U.S.A., International and Canadian channels D Weather channels 1

The transceiver is pre-programmed with 59 U.S.A., 59 Inter- The transceiver has 10 pre-programmed weather channels.
national and 63 Canadian channels. These channel groups These are used for monitoring broadcasts from the NOAA 2
may be specified for the operating area. (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). 3
q Push [CH/WX U/I/C] to select a regular channel. The transceiver can automatically detect a weather alert 4
• If a weather channel appears, push [CH/WX U/I/C] again. tone on the selected weather channel while receiving an- 5
w Push and hold [CH/WX U/I/C] for 1 sec. to change the other channel or during scan. (p. 18)
channel group. Repeat to advance to the next group. 6
• U.S.A., International and Canadian channel groups can be se- q Push [CH/WX U/I/C] once or twice to select a weather
lected in sequence.
7
channel.
e Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel. • “WX” appears when a weather channel is selected. 8
• “DUP” appears for duplex channels. • “WX ALT” appears when the weather alert function is turned
ON. (p. 18) 9
w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a weather channel. 10
Push once or twice.
11
12
U.S.A. channels 13
14
Push and hold for 1 sec.
15
Weather alert is OFF. Weather alert is ON.
16

International channels Canadian channels


 4 BASIC OPERATION

■ Receiving and transmitting

CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your trans-
the transceiver. mitted signal, pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold
the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your
q Push and hold [ ] to turn power ON. mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice
w Set the volume and squelch levels. level.
You can enter each adjust mode with [VOL/SQL MONI]. NOTE: The transceiver has a power save function to con-
➥ Enter the squelch adjustment mode, and push [Z] sev- serve the battery power. The power save function acti-
eral times to open the squelch. vates automatically when no signal is received for 5 sec.
➥ Enter the volume adjustment mode, then push [Y]/[Z] For U.S.A version: To prevent accidental prolonged
to adjust the volume level. transmission, etc., the transceiver has a time-out timer
➥ Enter the squelch adjustment mode again, and push function. This timer cuts a transmission OFF after 5 min.
[Y] until the noise disappears. of continuous transmission.
e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel.
• When receiving a signal, “ ” appears and audio is emitted
from the speaker. t Push to
• Further adjustment of the audio may be necessary at this point. w Adjust the
transmit.
r Push [Hi/Lo ] to select the output power if necessary. volume and
y Release to squelch level.
• “LOW” appears when low power is selected; no indication when receive.
high power is selected.
• Choose low power for short range communications, choose
high power for longer distance communications. w Enter the volume e Set channel.
• Some channels are for low power only.
and squelch ad-
 ush and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the
tP justment mode. r Set output
microphone. power.
•“ ” appears. Microphone
• Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission.
q Power ON.
y Release [PTT] to receive.

10
 BASIC OPERATION 4

■ Call channel programming ■ Adjusting the volume level 1

Call channel is used to access Channel 9 (default), however, The volume level can be adjusted with [VOL/SQL MONI]
2
you can program the call channel with your most often-used and [Y]/[Z]. 3
channels in each channel group for quick recall.
q Push [VOL/SQL MONI] once to enter the volume adjust- 4
q Push and hold [CH/WX U/I/C] for 1 sec. several times to ment mode, then adjust the volume level with [Y]/[Z]. 5
select the desired channel group (U.S.A., International or • “VOL” indicator starts blinking.
Canada) to be programmed. (p. 9) • The transceiver has 31 volume levels and OFF. 6
• With no key operation is performed for 5 sec., the transceiver
w Push and hold [16 9] for 1 sec. to select the call channel
returns to the normal condition. 7
of the selected channel group.
• “CALL” and call channel number appear. w Push [VOL/SQL MONI] twice to exit the volume adjust- 8
ment mode.
e P ush and hold [16 9] again for 9
3 sec. (until a long beep changes
to 2 short beeps) to enter the call 10
channel programming mode. 11
• Channel number starts blinking. Indicates the
volume level.
12
r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired
Blinks while adjusting the volume level. 13
channel. 14
t P ush [16 9] to program the dis-
played channel as the call chan-
15
nel. 16
• The channel number stops blinking.

11
 4 BASIC OPERATION

■ Volume loud function ■ Adjusting the squelch level

The volume loud function can be activated temporarily by The squelch level can be adjusted with [VOL/SQL MONI]
pushing [LOUD MUTE]. and [Y]/[Z].
The function does not work when the volume level is 31. In order to receive signals properly, as well as for the scan
to function effectively, the squelch must be adjusted to the
q Push [LOUD MUTE] to activate the volume loud function. proper level.
• The volume level is set to the maximum level (level 31).
• The bars of the volume level indicator appears in ascending q Push [VOL/SQL MONI] twice to enter the squelch adjust-
order repeatedly. ment mode, then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/[Z].
w Push [LOUD MUTE] again, or push [VOL/SQL MONI] to • “SQL” indicator starts blinking.
turn the volume loud function OFF. • The transceiver has 11 squelch levels: OP is completely open;
10 is tight squelch; 1 is loose squelch.
• With no key operation is performed for 5 sec., the transceiver

■ Volume mute function returns to the normal condition.

w Push [VOL/SQL MONI] again to exit the squelch adjust-
The volume mute function can be activated temporarily by ment mode.
pushing and holding [LOUD MUTE].
The function does not work when the volume level is OFF.
Indicates the
q Push and hold [LOUD MUTE] for 1 sec. to activate the
squelch level.
volume mute function.
• The volume level is set to the minimum level (OFF).
Blinks while adjusting the squelch level.
• The volume level indicator blinks.
w Push [LOUD MUTE] again, or push [VOL/SQL MONI] to
turn the volume mute function OFF.

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 BASIC OPERATION 4

■ Lock function ■ Automatic backlighting 1

This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT], This function lights the function display and keys, and it is
2
[VOL/SQL MONI], [LOUD MUTE], [Hi/Lo ] and [Y]/[Z]*) convenient for night-time operation. The automatic backlight- 3
to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. ing can be activated in the set mode. (p. 19)
* In the volume or squelch adjustment mode only. ➥ Push any key except for [PTT] to turn the backlight ON.
4
➥ Push and hold [Hi/Lo ] for 1 sec. to turn the lock func- • The backlight is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. 5
tion ON and OFF.
6
Appears while the lock function is activated.
■ AquaQuake water draining 7
Push and hold function 8
for 1 sec.
The AquaQuake water draining function clears water away 9
from the speaker grill. Without this function, water may muffle 10
the sound coming from the speaker. The transceiver emits a
■ Monitor function vibrating beep when this function is activated. 11
The monitor function opens the squelch. The monitor key ac-
➥ Push and hold both [SCAN DUAL] and [Hi/Lo ]. 12
• A low beep tone sounds for 9 sec. to drain water, regardless of
tion can be selected in the set mode. (p. 19) the volume level setting. 13
➥ The monitor function is activated by pushing and holding • T he transceiver never accepts key operation while the
AquaQuake function is activated. 14
[VOL/SQL MONI] for 1 sec.
•“ ” blinks and the squelch is opened. • The AquaQuake function can not be activated when an optional 15
speaker-microphone is connected.
Blinks while the monitor function is activated. 16

Push and hold

for 1 sec.

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 5 SCAN OPERATION

■ Scan types
Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a Set the TAG channels (scanned channels) before scanning.
wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and Clear the TAG for unwanted channels which inconveniently
normal scan. stop scanning, such as those for digital communications.
(p. 15)
In addition, the weather alert and auto scan functions are
available for standby convenience. These functions can be Choose the desired scan type from "Priority" or "Normal"
activated simultaneously, depending on the setting in the set in the set mode. (p. 18)
mode. (pgs. 18, 19)

PRIORITY SCAN NORMAL SCAN

CH 01 CH 02 CH 01 CH 02

WX* CH 16 CH 03 WX* CH 03

CH 05 CH 04 CH 05 CH 04

* Previously selected weather channel. * Previously selected weather channel.

(when the weather alert function is activated) (when the weather alert function is activated)
Priority scan searches through all TAG channels in se- Normal scan, like priority scan, searches through all TAG
quence while monitoring Channel 16. When a signal is channels in sequence. However, unlike priority scan,
detected on Channel 16, scan pauses until the signal Channel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a
disappears; when a signal is detected on a channel other TAG channel.
than Channel 16, scan becomes Dualwatch until the sig-
nal disappears.
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 SCAN OPERATION 5

■ Setting TAG channels ■ Starting a scan 1

For more efficient scanning, add the desired channels as Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan
2
TAG channels or clear TAG for unwanted channels. resume timer and auto scan function in advance, using the 3
Channels that are not tagged will be skipped during scan- set mode. (pgs. 18, 19)
ning. TAG channels can be assigned to each channel group 4
(U.S.A., International and Canada) independently. q Push and hold [CH/WX U/I/C] for 1 sec. several times to 5
select the desired channel group.
q Push and hold [CH/WX U/I/C] for 1 sec. several times to • When the weather alert function is in use, select the desired 6
select the desired channel group. weather channel with [CH/WX U/I/C] and [Y]/[Z].
7
w Select the desired channel to be set as a TAG channel. w Push [SCAN DUAL] to start priority or normal scan.
e Push and hold [FAV TAG] for 1 sec. to set the displayed • “SCAN” blinks in the display. 8
• “16” appears on the sub channel readout during priority scan.
channel as a TAG channel.
• When a signal is received, scan pauses until the signal disap- 9
•“ ” appears on the display.
r To cancel TAG channel setting, push and hold [FAV TAG] for
pears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. according to the set 10
mode setting.
1 sec. • Push [Y]/[Z] to check which channels have been set as TAG 11
•“ ” disappears. channels, change the scanning direction or resume the scan
manually. 12
✔ Clearing (or setting) all tagged channels
While pushing and holding [FAV TAG], turn power ON to e To stop the scan, push [SCAN DUAL]. 13
clear all TAG channels in the selected channel group. • “SCAN” disappears.
• R epeat above procedure to set all channels as TAG channels • Pushing [PTT], [16 9], [CH/WX U/I/C] or [FAV TAG] also stops 14
the scan.
(when no TAG channel has been set.) 15
[Example]: Starting a normal scan. Scan starts When a signal is received 16
Blinks Blinks
Push Appears

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 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH

■ Description ■ Operation
Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving q Select Dualwatch or Tri-watch in the set mode. (p. 19)
on another channel; Tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the w Select the desired channel.
call channel while receiving another channel. Dualwatch/Tri- e Push and hold [SCAN DUAL] for 1 sec. to start Dualwatch
watch is convenient for monitoring Channel 16 when you are or Tri-watch (depending on the set mode setting).
operating on another channel. • “DUAL” blinks during Dualwatch; “TRI” blinks during Tri-watch.
• A beep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16.
• Tri-watch becomes Dualwatch when receiving a signal on the
DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION call channel.
Call
channel
r To cancel Dualwatch/Tri-watch, push [SCAN DUAL] again.

Ch 16 Ch 88 Ch 88 Ch 16 Ch 88 Ch 9 [Example]: Operating Tri-watch on INT channel 07.

Signal is received on call
Tri-watch starts. channel.

Dualwatch Tri-watch

• I f a signal is received on Channel 16, Dualwatch/Tri-

watch pauses on Channel 16 until the signal disappears.
• I f a signal is received on the call channel during Tri-
watch, Tri-watch becomes Dualwatch until the signal dis- Tri-watch resumes after Signal received on Channel
appears. the signal disappears. 16 takes priority.
• To transmit on the selected channel during Dualwatch/
Tri-watch, push and hold [PTT].

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 SET MODE 7
■ Set mode programming 1
Set mode is used to change the conditions of transceiver's D Set mode operation 2
functions: Beep tone function, Weather alert function, Prior- q Turn power OFF. 3
ity scan function, Scan resume timer, Auto scan function, w While pushing [VOL/SQL MONI], turn power ON to enter
Dual/Tri-watch function, Monitor key action, Automatic back- the set mode. 4
lighting, LCD contrast setting, Power save function, Squelch • “bP” appears. 5
sensitivity, Low fix function* and Noise detection function. eP ush [VOL/SQL MONI], or push [Y]/[Z] while pushing
*Appears only when the optional battery case is attached. and holding [VOL/SQL MONI] to select the desired item. 6
r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition of the item. 7
t To exit the set mode, push [16 9].
8
D SET MODE ITEMS (The display shows the current settings, and the selected item is displayed in the dotted circle.)
• Noise detection • Beep tone • Weather alert • Priority scan • Scan resume timer
9
10
11
12
Starting item
• Low fix* • Auto scan
13
: Push or + *Appears only when the optional 14
battery case is attached.
15
: Push +
16
• Automatic
• Squelch sensitivity • Power save • LCD contrast backlighting • Monitor key action • Dual/Tri-watch

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 7 SET MODE

■ Set mode items

D Beep tone function “bP” D Priority scan function “Pr”
Select the key touch beep sound from ON or US, or turn The transceiver has 2 scan types— normal (OFF) and prior-
sound OFF. ity (ON) scans. Normal scan searches all TAG channels in
• OFF: For silent operation. the selected channel group. Priority scan searches all TAG
• ON : A fixed beep sounds. channels in sequence while monitoring Channel 16.
• US : The preset beeps (e.g. do, re, mi) sound.

Push Push

Beep tone ON (default) Beep tone OFF Normal scan (default) Priority scan

D Weather alert function “AL” D Scan resume timer “St”

A NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone be- The scan resume timer can be set as a pause (OFF) or
fore any important weather announcements. When the func- timer scan (ON).
tion is turned ON and the transceiver detect a weather alert • OFF: When a signal is detected on a channel, scan pauses on the
tone, “WX ALT” indicator blinks and the transceiver emits a channel until the signal disappears, and then resumes.
beep. The blinking stops when the transceiver is operated. • ON : When a signal is detected on a channel, scan pauses on the
The currently selected weather channel is checked while the channel for 5 sec., and then resumes.
power save function is activated or during scan.
• “ALT” appears when the function is set ON.
Push

Push Scan resume timer OFF Scan resume timer ON

(default)
Weather alert function Weather alert function
OFF (default) ON
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 SET MODE 7

D Auto scan function “AS” 1

The auto scan function starts normal or priority scan auto-
matically when no signal is received, and no operation is Push 2
performed for 30 sec. 3
Push setting (default) Hold setting
4
Push D Automatic backlighting “bL” 5
This function is convenient for night-time operation. The
Auto scan OFF (default) Auto scan ON backlight can be selected from ON and OFF. 6
• The backlight is automatically activated when any key except for 7
D Dual/Tri-watch function “dt” [PTT] is pushed.
This item can be set as Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 16) • The backlight is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. 8
9
Push
10
Push
11
Dualwatch function Tri-watch function Auto backlighting ON Auto backlighting OFF 12
(default) (default)
13
D Monitor key action “Sq” D LCD contrast setting “LC” 14
The monitor key opens the squelch temporarily. This item sets Set the LCD contrast level from High contrast and Low con-
the key action. trast. 15
• Pu (PUSH) : The monitor function is activated by pushing and The LCD contrast level makes no difference for indoor use. 16
holding [VOL/SQL MONI] for 1 sec. The squelch
opens while holding down the key.
• Ho (HOLD) : The monitor function is activated by pushing and
holding [VOL/SQL MONI] for 1 sec. The squelch Push
stays open until any key is pushed.
High contrast (default) Low contrast
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 7 SET MODE

D Power save function “PS” D Low fix function “LF”

The power save function reduces current drain by deactivat- (Appears only when the optional battery case is attached.)
ing the receiver circuit for preset intervals. When this function is turned ON, the output power is fixed to
• OFF : The power save function is turned OFF. low except for Channel 16.
• ON : T he power save function is turned ON. The power save
function will be activated when no signal is received, and no
operation is performed for 5 sec. Push

Low fix function Low fix function ON

Push OFF (default)

Power save ON Power save OFF D Noise detection function “nd”

(default) The noise detection function enables the transceiver to de-
tect the ambient noise while in the standby condition. If the
detecting noise and the received signal are stronger than the
D Squelch sensitivity “SS” specific level, the transceiver increases the volume level au-
When this function is turned ON, rejection of noise is im- tomatically to suit the environment when receiving a signal.
proved so that the audio is not easily affected by noise.
When the squelch is open, the transceiver won't detect noise.
• OFF: The noise detection function is turned OFF.
• Low : When the detecting noise is louder than the specific level,
the transceiver turns up the volume.
Push
• High : When the detecting noise is louder than the specific level, the
transceiver turns up the volume greater than "Low" setting.
Squelch sensitivity Squelch sensitivity
OFF (default) ON

Push

Noise detection function Noise detection function

OFF (default) ON (High)
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 BATTERY CHARGING 8
■ Battery caution 1
R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery pack in areas 2
Misuse of Lithium-Ion batteries may result in the follow-
ing hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. with temperatures above +60˚C (+140˚F). High tempera- 3
ture buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fires or
Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degra-
stoves, inside a sun-heated car, or by setting the battery in 4
dation of battery performance.
direct sunlight may cause the battery to rupture or catch fire. 5
Excessive temperatures may also degrade battery perfor-
mance or shorten battery life. 6
R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery
pack with Icom radios or Icom charger. Only Icom battery R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, 7
pack is tested and approved for use and charge with Icom saltwater, or any other liquids. Never charge or use a wet
battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before 8
radios or Icom charger. Using third-party or counterfeit bat-
tery packs or charger may cause smoke, fire, or cause the using. The battery by itself is not waterproof. 9
battery to burst. R DANGER! NEVER incinerate a used battery pack since
internal battery gas may cause them to rupture or may
10
D Battery caution cause an explosion. 11
R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the bat- R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals, or 12
tery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gen-
or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy eration, and the battery may rupture, emit smoke or catch 13
pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside fire. 14
of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for
cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may which it is specified. Never use a battery with any other 15
rupture or catch fire. equipment, or for any purpose that is not described in this 16
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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 8 BATTERY CHARGING

WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an D Charging caution

abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any
R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with
of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or dis-
extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves,
tributor.
inside a sun-heated car, or in direct sunlight. In such envi-
WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part ronments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will acti-
of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the vate, causing the battery to stop charging.
battery.
WARNING! DO NOT charge or leave the battery in the bat-
WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven, tery charger beyond the specific time for charging. If the
high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. battery is not completely charged by the specific time, stop
This could cause overheating, a fire, or cause the battery to charging and remove the battery from the battery charger.
rupture. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specific time
CAUTION! Always use the battery within the specific tem- limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery may rup-
perature range for the transceiver (–20˚C to +60˚C; –4˚F ture.
to +140˚F) and the battery itself (–20˚C to +60˚C; –4˚F to WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached
+140˚F). Using the battery out of its specific temperature to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This
range will reduce the battery’s performance and battery life. could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the
CAUTION! Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is charger. The charger is not waterproof.
left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive CAUTION! DO NOT charge the battery outside of the
temperature environment (above +50˚C; +122˚F) for an ex- specific temperature range: ±0˚C to +40˚C (+32˚F to
tended period of time. If the battery must be left unused for a +104˚F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚C
long time, it must be detached from the radio after discharg- (+68˚F). The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of
ing. You may use the battery until the remaining capacity is the specific temperature range. Additionally, battery perfor-
about half, then keep it safely in a cool dry place with the mance or battery life may be reduced.
temperature range as below;
–20˚C to +50˚C (–4˚F to +122˚F) (within a month)
–20˚C to +35˚C (–4˚F to +95˚F) (within three months)
–20˚C to +20˚C (–4˚F to +68˚F) (within a year)

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 BATTERY CHARGING 8

■ Supplied battery charger ■ Optional battery case 1

ï Charging connections When you would like to use the optional AAA(LR03) size
2
Do not charge batteries other than the BP-252. battery case (BP-251), install the batteries as illustrated 3
q Attach the BC-173 to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired. below. Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
4
w Connect the AC adapter as shown below.
e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into CAUTION: 5
the charger. • W hen installing batteries, make sure they are all the
• The charge indicator lights orange. same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new 6
• T he charge indicator blinks orange (or orange/green alter- and old batteries together. 7
nately) when the protector is activated. • Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean
r Charge the battery pack approx. 10 hours, depending on battery terminals once a week. 8
the remaining power condition. • W hen using the optional battery case, output power 9
• The charge indicator lights green when charging is completed. level is 2 W (at high).
10
Charge indicator Battery pack Transceiver NOTE: The transceiver can sink when the optional battery
lights orange when
case is attached. (Depends on the weight of the installed
11
the battery pack
(with/without the
Turn power OFF batteries.) 12
transceiver) is
inserted. 13
NOTE: The battery
charger, BC-173,
14
has a charging 15
timer. The timer
stops the charging 16
process after 14
hours (approx.).
AC adapter* BC-173
*This illustration Supplied
is described with screws
the BC-147SA.
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 8 BATTERY CHARGING

■ Optional battery charger

D BC-162 installation D Charging
• To a desktop • To a wall q Connect the AC adapter as shown below.
Supplied screws Supplied screws w Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into
the charger.
• The charge indicator lights orange.
• The charge indicator blinks orange (or red) when the protector
is activated.
e Charge the battery pack approx. 2 hours, depending on
the remaining power condition.
• The charge indicator lights green when charging is completed.
NOTE: The battery charger, BC-162, has a charging
timer. The timer stops the charging process after 4
hours (approx.).

Battery pack Transceiver

• For added stability

Turn power OFF

Eyelet:
Use a rubber band to
Charge BC-162
secure the transceiver,
indicator
if desired.
AC adapter
(Optional for
some versions)

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 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE 9
■ HM-165 descriptions ■ Attachment 1
Alligator type clip Turn power OFF before attaching the speaker-microphone.
2
To attach the speaker-mic. Then, insert the speaker-mic connector into the [SP MIC] 3
to your shirt or collar, etc. connector and carefully screw it tight, as shown below. Be
careful not to cross-thread the connection. 4
PTT switch
Transmits during push. 5
IMPORTANT: KEEP the transceiver’s [SP MIC] cap at-
Receives during release. 6
tached when the speaker-microphone is not in use. If the
Microphone cover is not attached, water will get into the transceiver. 7
Moreover, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the
Speaker transceiver will function abnormally if the connector gets wet. 8
9
Turn the transceiver power OFF CAUTION: Attach the speaker-microphone’s
when connecting the HM-165. connector securely to prevent accidental 10
loss, or water intrusion in the connector.
11
Detaching:
NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector Rotate the [SP MIC] cap counter-
12
gets wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the trans-
ceiver.
clockwise (q), then detach it (w). 13
w
q
14
NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the
speaker-microphone, as shown above. To maximize the 15
readability of your transmitted signal (voice), hold the mi- Attaching: 16
crophone approx. 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your Attach the [SP MIC] cap (q), then
mouth, and speak in a normal voice level. rotate it clockwise completely (w).
q w
NOTE: When the speaker-microphone is connected to
the transceiver, the noise cancellation does not work.

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 10 TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.

The transceiver does not turn • The battery is exhausted. • Recharge the battery pack. p. 23
ON. • T he battery pack is not attached cor- • Attach the battery pack correctly. p. 3
rectly.
No sound from speaker. • The squelch level is too high. • Set the squelch level to the threshold level. p. 12
• Volume level is too low. • Adjust the audio level to a suitable level. p. 11
• Speaker has been exposed to water. • Drain water from the speaker. p. 13
Transmitting is impossible, • S ome channels are for low power or re- • Change channels. pgs. 8,
or high power can not be se- ceive only. 9, 27
lected. • The battery is exhausted. • Recharge the battery pack. p. 23
• The battery is over charged. •M ake sure the battery voltage is correct. —
• The output power is set to low. • Push [Hi/Lo ] to select high power. p. 10
The displayed channel cannot • Lock function is activated. • Push and hold [Hi/Lo ] for 1 sec. to p. 13
be changed. cancel the function.
Scan does not start. • “TAG” channels are not programmed. •S
 et the desired channels as “TAG” chan- p. 15
nels.
No beep emits. • Beep tone function is turned OFF. • Set the beep tone to ON (Fix Beep/User p. 18
Beep) in the set mode.
Battery voltage error. • The connected battery pack’s voltage is • Make sure the battery voltage is correct. —
more than 11 V.
The noise cancellation does • T he sub-microphone is covered with • M ake sure the sub-microphone is not p. 4
not work. something. covered.
•A  n optional external speaker-micro- • Disconnect the microphone. p. 25
phone is connected.
The noise detection function • T he sub-microphone is covered with • M ake sure the sub-microphone is not p. 4
does not work. something. covered.
• The squelch is open. • Set the squelch level to the desired level. p. 12
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 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST 11
Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) 1
USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive
01 01 156.050 160.650 21 21 157.050 161.650 68 68 68 156.425 156.425 86A 157.325 157.325 2
01A 156.050 156.050 21A 21A 157.050 157.050 69 69 69 156.475 156.475 87 87 87 157.375 161.975
02 02 156.100 160.700 21b Rx only 161.650 70 70 70 RX only 156.525 87A 157.375 157.375 3
03A
03 03 156.150 160.750
156.150 156.150 22A
22
22A
157.100 161.700
157.100 157.100
71
72
71
72
71
72
156.575 156.575
156.625 156.625
88
88A
88 88 157.425 162.025
157.425 157.425
4
04 156.200 160.800 23 23 157.150 161.750 73 73 73 156.675 156.675 5
04A 156.200 156.200 23A 157.150 157.150 74 74 74 156.725 156.725
05 156.250 160.850 24 24 24 157.200 161.800 75* 75* 75* 156.775 156.775 6
05A 05A 156.250 156.250 25 25 25 157.250 161.850 76* 76* 76* 156.825 156.825
06 06 06 156.300 156.300 25b Rx only 161.850 77* 77 77* 156.875 156.875
7
07 156.350 160.950 26 26 26 157.300 161.900 78 156.925 161.525 8
07A 07A 156.350 156.350 27 27 27 157.350 161.950 78A 78A 156.925 156.925
08 08 08 156.400 156.400 28 28 28 157.400 162.000 79 156.975 161.575 9
09 09 09 156.450 156.450 28b Rx only 162.000 79A 79A 156.975 156.975
10 10 10 156.500 156.500 60 60 156.025 160.625 80 157.025 161.625 10
11 11 11 156.550 156.550 61 156.075 160.675 80A 80A 157.025 157.025
12 12 12 156.600 156.600 61A 61A 156.075 156.075 81 157.075 161.675 Frequency (MHz)
11
WX channel
13* 13 13* 156.650 156.650 62 156.125 160.725 81A 81A 157.075 157.075 Transmit Receive 12
14 14 14 156.700 156.700 62A 156.125 156.125 82 157.125 161.725 1 RX only 162.550
15* 15* 15* 156.750 156.750 63 156.175 160.775 82A 82A 157.125 157.125 2 RX only 162.400 13
16 16 16 156.800 156.800 63A 156.175 156.175 83 83 157.175 161.775 3 RX only 162.475
17* 17 17* 156.850 156.850 64 64 156.225 160.825 83A 83A 157.175 157.175 4 RX only 162.425 14
18A
18
18A
156.900 161.500
156.900 156.900
64A
65
64A 156.225 156.225
156.275 160.875 84 84
83b
84
Rx only 161.775
157.225 161.825
5
6
RX only
RX only
162.450
162.500
15
19 156.950 161.550 65A 65A 65A 156.275 156.275 84A 157.225 157.225 7 RX only 162.525 16
19A 19A 156.950 156.950 66 156.325 160.925 85 85 85 157.275 161.875 8 RX only 161.650
20 20 20* 157.000 161.600 66A 66A 66A* 156.325 156.325 85A 157.275 157.275 9 RX only 161.775
20A 157.000 157.000 67* 67 67 156.375 156.375 86 86 86 157.325 161.925 10 RX only 163.275

* Low power only. NOTE: Simplex channels, 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT
be lawfully used by the general public in U.S.A. waters.

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 12 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

n Specifications n Options
ï GENERAL D BATTERY CASE AND PACK
• Frequency coverage : Transmit 156.025–157.425 MHz • BP-251 battery case
Receive 156.050–163.275 MHz Battery case for 5 × AAA (LR03) alkaline cells.
• Mode : FM (16K0G3E) Output power level: 2 W
• Channel spacing : 25 kHz • BP-252 li-Ion battery pack
• Power supply requirement : BP-251 and BP-252 only 7.4 V/980 mAh Li-Ion battery pack.
• Current drain (at 7.4 V DC) : TX (6 W/1 W) 1.5 A/0.7 A typical
Max. audio 0.3 A typical (internal speaker) D CHARGERS
0.2 A typical (external speaker) • BC-173 desktop charger + BC-147SA/BC-174E ac adapter
Power save 10 mA typical Used for regular charging of battery pack. An AC adapter is supplied with
• Frequency stability : ±10 ppm the charger depending on the version.
• Operating temperature range : –20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F Charging time: approx. 10 hours
• Dimensions : 62 (W) × 139.5(H) × 43(D) mm
• BC-162 desktop charger + BC-145* ac adapter
(projections not included) 27⁄16(W) × 51⁄2(H) × 111⁄16(D) inch
Used for rapid charging of battery pack.
• Weight : Approx. 295 g; 10.4 oz
Charging time: approx. 2 hours.
(incl. BP-252, FA-SC58V and MB-109)
*Not supplied with some versions.
ï TRANSMITTER
• Output power (at 7.4 V DC) : 6 W (High) and 1 W (Low) D BELT CLIPS
• Modulation system : Variable reactance frequency modulation • MB-109 belt clip
• Maximum frequency deviation : ±5 kHz The same as supplied with the transceiver.
• Adjacent channel power : 70 dB
• Spurious emissions : –68 dBc typical D OTHER OPTIONS
• HM-165 speaker-microphone
ï RECEIVER  ull sized speaker-microphone including an alligator clip to attach the mi-
F
• Receive system :D  ouble-conversion superheterodyne crophone to your shirt, collar, etc. The HM-165 meets IPX7 requirements
• Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) : 0.25 µV typical for waterproof protection. However, once it has been dropped, the IP rating
• Squelch sensitivity : 0.35 µV typical (at threshold) cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to it's case or the water-
• Intermodulation : 70 dB typical proof seal.
• Spurious response : 70 dB typical • FA-SC58V antenna
• Adjacent channel selectivity : 70 dB typical
• Audio output power (at 10% distortion) Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with
Internal speaker :0  .70 W typical with a 16 Ω load this transceiver. We are not responsible for the transceiver being damaged or
External speaker : 0.35 W typical with an 8 Ω load any accident caused when using non-Icom optional equipment.
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 FCC INFORMATION 13
FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS 1
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of 2
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason- 3
able protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate 4
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac-
5
cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, there is no guaran- 6
tee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
7
or television reception, which can be determined by turning 8
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following mea- 9
sures: 10
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 11
• Increase the separation between the equipment and re-
ceiver.
12
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different 13
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
14
for help. 15
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