Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

UHF TRANSCEIVER

iF21/S

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Oper-

ation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This de-

vice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this

device must accept any interference received, including in-

terference that may cause undesired operation.

VHF TRANSCEIVER

iF11/S

Summary of content (26 pages)

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVER iF11/S UHF TRANSCEIVER iF21/S This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only during the W ARN ING course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment.
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this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio. • DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “TX indicator” lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch.
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FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the IC-F11/S, F21/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. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 2 to 4 in.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i-ii FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii IMPORTANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–3 ‘ Switches, controls, keys and connectors . . . . . .
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1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ‘ Switches, controls, keys and connectors q y w u Speaker e i r Mic t D Programmable key reference 1 Red Mic Up Upper Mic Down Upper Mic A Lower Mic B
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 q CHANNEL SELECTOR KNOB [CH] Turns to select the programmed operating channel. w VOLUME CONTROL [OFF/VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. e DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Upper] r PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Lower] y ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna. u TX/RX INDICATOR LED Used to enter DTMF codes, the operating channel, etc. i [SP]/[MIC] JACK Connect optional speaker-microphone.
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ACCESSORIES 2 ‘ Accessory attachment D Supplied accessories The transceiver comes supplied with the following accessories. q Flexible antenna w Belt clip q 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.
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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 BC-146 Battery case for AA BP-208*2 (R6) × 6 alkaline BP-209 7.2 V BP-210 7.2 V BP-222 7.
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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. • NEVER incinerate used battery packs.
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3 BATTERY PACKS ‘ Battery charging D Rapid charging with the BC-119+AD-94 The optional BC-119 provides rapid charging of optional battery packs. The following are additionally required: • One AD-94. • An AC adapter (may be supplied with the BC-119 depending on version). Turn power OFF. Check orientation for correct charging. (Insert together with AD-94.
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BATTERY PACKS 3 D Rapid charging with the BC-121+AD-94 The optional BC-121 allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following are additionally required. • Six AD-94s. • An AC adapter (may be supplied with the BC-121 depending on version). Turn power OFF. AC adapter (purchased separately) RGER I-CHA MULT Charge indicator (each indicator functions independently) D Regular charging with the BC-146 The optional BC-146 pro- Turn power OFF.
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3 BATTERY PACKS ‘ 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-119/BC-121 for rapid charging, BC-146 for regular charging) only. NEVER use other manufacturers’ chargers.
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BATTERY PACKS 3 ‘ 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 retains sufficient power in case of 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. Either of the above may cause a fire hazard or damage the transceiver. If ignored.
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4 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS ‘ General In the following explanations, programmable function names are bracketed, the specific switch used to activate the function depends on programming. D KEYPAD LOCK FUNCTION This function locks access to all programmable switches (except the switch assigned for the lock function). : Push and hold the [LOCK] switch for 1 sec. to toggle the lock function ON and OFF. • This function may be inhibited on some channels.
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PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS 4 save function” again. D HIGH/LOW POWER OUTPUT This function selects high or low power for a channel. Push the [HIGH/LOW] switch to toggle between high and low power.
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4 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS 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: P0 P1 P2 P3 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 7 0 All signals are received P0 P1 P2 P3 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 7 0 Only signals containing the proper tone are received Audible condition: This condition mutes audio ONLY when no carrier is present.
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PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS 4 D DTMF TRANSMISSION This function allows you to send a pre-programmed DTMF code to control a repeater, open another transceiver’s squelch, etc. Manual transmission: Push desired digit keys in sequence while pushing [PTT]. • Pushing [PTT] may not be necessary depending on programming. Automatic pre-programmed transmission: Push the [DTMF Autodial] switch to send a DTMF code.
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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION 5 ‘ Receiving and transmitting NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. See p.1 for antenna attachment. Turn power ON as described on p. 1. 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 monitor while adjusting [VOL] (your transceiver may not be programmed with the monitor function).
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5 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ‘ 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. • This may not be necessary depending on programming.
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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION 5 ‘ Transmitting notes D TIME-OUT TIMER After continuous transmission for a pre-programmed period, the time-out timer is activated, causing the transceiver to stop transmitting and automatically select receive. D PENALTY TIMER Once the time-out timer is activated, transmission is further inhibited for a period determined by the penalty timer.
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OTHER FUNCTIONS 7 ‘ CODE SQUELCH 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.
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CLONING 9 ‘ 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 q Connect the optional OPC-474 CLONING CABLE with adapter plugs to the [SP] jack of the master and slave transceivers. • The master transceiver is used to send data to the slave transceiver.
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10 OPTION / PC to Tr cloning ‘ 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-222 Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/600 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack, allows approx. 5.
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OPTION 10 D OTHER OPTIONS • HM-46L/HM-75A SPEAKER-MICROPHONES Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while hanging the transceiver from your belt. • HS-51 HEAD SET Allows you hands-free operation. Includes PTT and TOT. • SP-13 EARPHONE Provides clear receive audio in noisy environments. • MB-68 BELT CLIP Same as that supplied with the transceiver. • MB-74 BELT CLIP Exclusive alligator-type belt clip. • AD-98FSC ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTER Allows you to connect a BNC-type antenna.