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IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 2 (1,1) FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the IC-F12/S, F22/S FM transceiver. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL–This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the transceiver. IMPORTANT R CAUTION! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 3 (1,1) TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i IMPORTANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–3 ‘ Switches, controls, keys and connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
03.1.20 14:48 Page 4 (1,1) 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ‘ Switches, controls, keys and connectors 2CH version CH1↔CH2 16CH version CH1 to CH16 q y w u e Speaker r i t Mic 1 SP MIC IC-F12_F22.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 5 (1,1) PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 q CHANNEL SELECTOR/SW [CH] • 2CH version: Toggle the CH switch to select CH1 or CH2. • 16CH version: Turn the selector knob to select the programmed operating channel. w VOLUME CONTROL [OFF/VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. e DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Upper] Can be programmed for one of several functions by your Icom dealer. r PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 6 (1,1) 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ‘ LED indicator The TX/RX indicator LED indicates several more information as follows; (Ref.; R=Red, G=Green, O=Orange) • TX: Turns Red while transmitting a signal. R • RX: Turns Green while receiving a signal. G • Call LED (ON): When receiving a matched 2/5TONE. O O • Call LED (Blink): When receiving a matched 2/5TONE. O O • Fast/Slow scan: Blinks while Fast/Slow scan is activated. G G •Low BATT1: You should charge the battery.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 7 (1,1) ACCESSORIES 2 ‘ Accessory attachment D Supplied accessories The transceiver comes supplied with the following accessories. q Flexible antenna q w Belt clip w D Antenna The antenna screws onto the transceiver as illustrated right. D Belt clip Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 8 (1,1) 3 BATTERY PACKS ‘ Battery pack replacement Before replacing the battery pack, the volume control MUST be rotated fully counterclockwise, until a click is heard, to turn the power OFF. • Push the battery release forward, then pull the battery pack upward with the transceiver facing you. D BATTERY PACKS Charging period Battery Voltage Capacity pack Operating period*1 BC-146 BC-144, BC-119 or BC-121 12 hrs 1.5 hrs 8 hrs 18.5 hrs 2.0 hrs 11 hrs 6.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 9 (1,1) BATTERY PACKS 3 ‘ Battery cautions • CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack (or charging terminals of the transceiver). Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing battery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc. Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as a necklace, etc. causes shorting. This will damage not only the battery pack, but also the transceiver.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 10 (1,1) 3 BATTERY PACKS ‘ Battery charging D Rapid charging with the BC-144+AD-99 The optional BC-144 provides rapid charging of optional battery packs. The following are additionally required: • One AD-99 (depends on version.). • An AC adapter (may be supplied with the BC-144 depending on version). BP-209, BP-210 or BP-222 only AC adapter BC-145A/E/V/UK Check orientation.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 11 (1,1) BATTERY PACKS 3 D Rapid charging with the BC-144+AD-99 Turn power OFF BP-209, BP-210 or BP-222 attached to the transceiver. AC adaptor BC-145A/E/V/UK Check orientation and the spacer combination as follows. Charging indicator D Spacer combination. • Be sure to attach the spacer (Spacer B/C) to the adapter (Spacer A) Spacer A with the orientation as illustrated in the diagram at right.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 12 (1,1) 3 BATTERY PACKS D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-94 (#11) The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following are additionally required. • Six AD-94 (#11) (Some versions require additional AD-99s). • An AC adapter (may be supplied with the BC-121N depending on version). Turn power OFF.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 13 (1,1) BATTERY PACKS 3 ‘ Charging NOTE Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. • Recommended temperature range for charging: +10°C to +40°C (50°F to 140°F). • Use the supplied charger or optional charger (BC-119N/BC121N/BC-144 for rapid charging, BC-146 for regular charging) only. NEVER use other manufacturers’ chargers.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 14 (1,1) 3 BATTERY PACKS ‘ Battery case (Option) When using a BP-208 OPTIONAL BATTERY CASE attached to the transceiver, install 6 AA (R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated below. NOTE: Output power is automatically reduced to 1 W to retain sufficient power in case of an emergency, etc. D CAUTIONS • Use ALKALINE batteries only. • Make sure all battery cells are the same brand, type and capacity. • Never mix old and new batteries.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 15 (1,1) PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS 4 ‘ General In the following explanations, programmable function names are bracketed, the specific switch used to activate the function depends on programming. D KEY LOCK FUNCTION1/2 This function locks access to all programmable switches (except the switch assigned for the lock function): Lock1: All Key Lock function; lockes all keys except Lock, PTT, CALL, Moni, Emergency keys and Channel selector SW.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 16 (1,1) 4 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS D SCAN FUNCTION The scan function allows you to search a pre-programmed group of channels for signals. Push the [Scan] switch to start/stop scan. • Scan pauses on a channel when receiving a signal. • “Lockout SCAN” (pre-programmed list SCAN) or “Priority SCAN” can be pre-programmed. • When the “Power-save function” is activated, the transceiver checks all pre-programmed channels then returns to the “Powersave function” again.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 17 (1,1) PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS 4 D MONITOR AUDIBLE FUNCTION The monitor function allows you to open the transceiver’s squelch manually to check whether a channel is busy or not. The transceiver has 2 conditions for receive standby: All signals are received Only signals containing the proper tone are received Audible condition: This condition mutes audio ONLY when no carrier is present. You can receive (or monitor) any signals on a channel.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 18 (1,1) 4 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS D DTMF TRANSMISSION This function allows you to send a pre-programmed DTMF code to control a repeater, open another transceiver’s squelch, etc. Automatic pre-programmed transmission: Push the [DTMF Autodial] switch to send a DTMF code. D EMERGENCY FUNCTION The emergency function allows you to send your ID quickly and easily to your Base Station, etc. in case of emergency. Push and hold the [Emergency Single/repeat] switch for 1 sec.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 19 (1,1) PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS 4 D CODE SQUELCH This conveniently eliminates unwanted audio and is useful in group activities or security related activities where unwanted output can be a problem. The function is similar to a CTCSS tone squelch. In order to use the above functions, cloning is necessary via a PC using the optional CS-F11 cloning software.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 20 (1,1) 5 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ‘ Receiving and transmitting NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. See p.4 for antenna attachment. Turn power ON as described on p. 2. Receiving: q Select a desired channel. w Listen for a transmission and adjust [VOL] to a comfortable listening level. • When no transmission is heard, push and hold [Moni] (monitor) while adjusting [VOL] (your transceiver may not be programmed with the monitor function).
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 21 (1,1) CONVENTIONAL OPERATION 5 ‘ Call procedure When your system employs tone signalling (excluding CTCSS and DTCS), the call procedure may be necessary prior to voice transmission. The tone signalling employed may be a selective calling system which allows you to call specific station(s) only and prevent unwanted stations from contacting you. q Select the desired Tx code channel or 5-tone code according to your System Operator’s instructions.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 22 (1,1) 5 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ‘ Setting squelch level The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal depending on the signal strength. q While pushing [PTT] and [Lower], turn the transceiver’s power on to enter the squelch adjustment mode. w Push [Upper] to increase the squelch level (tight squelch) or [Lower] to decrease the squelch level (loose squelch). • Squelch level will be fixed after 1 sec.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 23 (1,1) CLONING 6 ‘ Cloning Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the programmed contents from one transceiver to another transceiver; or data from PC to a transceiver using the optional CS-F11 CLONING SOFTWARE. D Transceiver-to-transceiver cloning NOTE: ‘Transceiver-to-transceiver cloning’ is available between the same models on 2CH model to 16CH model or the opposite case cannot be cloned.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 24 (1,1) 7 OPTION ‘ Options D BATTERY PACKS • BP-208 BATTERY CASE Allows a set of Alkaline batteries to operate the handheld when charging the rechargeable battery or in emergencies, etc. 6 AA (R6) cells are required. • BP-209 Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/1100 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack, allows more than 8 hours operation. • BP-210 Ni-MH BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/1650 mAh Ni-MH battery pack, allows approx. 11 hours operation. • BP-211 Li-Ion BATTERY PACK 7.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 25 (1,1) OPTION 7 D OTHER OPTIONS • HM-46L/HM-75A/HM-131L SPEAKER-MICROPHONES Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while hanging the transceiver from your belt. HM-75A has programmable function key Mic Up, Mic Down, Mic A, Mic B. HM-131L has a moisture proof construction. • HS-51 HEAD SET Allows you hands-free operation. Includes PTT and TOT.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 26 (1,1) 8 CE ABOUT CE CE Versions of the IC-F12/S, F22/S which display the “CE” symbol on the serial number seal, comply with the essential requirements of the European Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC. This warning symbol indicates that this equipment operates in non-harmonised frequency bands and/or may be subject to licensing conditions in the country of use.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 27 (1,1) CE We Icom Inc. Japan 1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku Osaka 547-0003, Japan Declare on our sole responsability that this equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Suite measurements have been performed. Kind of equipment: VHF TRANSCEIVER Type-designation: iC-f12/s Version (where applicable): 146—174 MHz 12.5 kHz/ 25 kHz 146—174 MHz 12.
IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 28 (1,1) 8 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Icom Inc. Japan 1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku Osaka 547-0003, Japan Declare on our sole responsability that this equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Suite measurements have been performed. Kind of equipment: UHF TRANSCEIVER Type-designation: iC-f22/s Version (where applicable): 400—430 MHz 12.
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IC-F12_F22.qxd 03.1.20 14:48 Page 30 (1,1) Count on us! ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ GER ■ FRA ■ ESP ■ SWE AUT ■ NED ■ POR ■ DEN GBR ■ BEL ■ ITA ■ FIN IRL ■ LUX ■ GRE ■ SUI NOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL IC-F12S/F22S series A-6024H-1EU-w Printed in Japan © 2001–2003 Icom Inc.
