INSTRUCTION MANUAL PMR446 TRANSCEIVER iF27SR
FOREWORD READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F27SR PMR446 TRANSCEIVER. This instruction manual includes some functions which are usable only when they are preprogrammed by your dealer. Ask your dealer for details. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION RDANGER! Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur.
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PRECAUTIONS R DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.
DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below –25°C or above +55°C. The basic operations, transmission and reception of the transceiver, are guaranteed within the specified operating temperature range. DO NOT modify the transceiver. The transceiver warranty does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized modification. DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they will damage the transceiver surfaces.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD...................................................................................i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS.................................................................i COUNTRY CODE LIST.................................................................. ii PRECAUTIONS............................................................................. iii TABLE OF CONTENTS..................................................................v 1 ACCESSORIES....................................
1 4 BATTERY CHARGING......................................................19–29 ‘‘Caution (for the BP-264 Ni-MH battery)...............................19 ‘‘Caution (for the BP-265 Li-ion battery)................................21 ïïBattery caution.................................................................21 ïïCharging caution..............................................................23 ‘‘Battery chargers..................................................................
1 ACCESSORIES ■■Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied with the transceiver. Battery pack* Battery charger* AC adapter* Belt clip Jack cover (with screws) * Not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the version.
ACCESSORIES 1 ■■Accessory attachments 1 DD Belt clip 2 To attach the belt clip: ➥➥ Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place, and makes a ‘click’ sound. 3 4 5 Belt clip 6 7 Battery pack 8 9 10 11 12 To detach the belt clip: qq Remove the battery pack from the transceiver, if it is attached. (p. 3) ww Lift the tab up (q), and slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow (w).
1 ACCESSORIES ■■ Supplied accessories (continued) DD Battery pack/case To attach the battery pack/case: qq Fit the battery pack/case in the direction of the arrow, then close. ww Hook the latch until it makes a ‘click’ sound. q Battery pack/case w Latch To remove the battery pack/case: Unhook the latch (q), and lift up the battery pack/case in the direction of the arrow (w). w q Be careful! The latch is tightly locked, so use caution when releasing it. DO NOT use your finger nail.
ACCESSORIES 1 NEVER remove or attach the battery pack/case when the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust getting into the transceiver, battery pack/case, and may result in them being damaged. NOTE: Keep the battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to regularly clean them. 1 2 3 4 5 6 DD Jack cover 7 Attach the jack cover when optional equipment is not used. To attach the jack cover: qq Attach the jack cover to the [SP MIC] jack. ww Tighten the screws.
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■■Front, top and side panels q ROTARY SELECTOR Antenna w VOLUME CONTROL e LED INDICATOR u PTT SWITCH y UPPER KEY t LOWER KEY Speaker r SPEAKERMICROPHONE JACK Microphone q ROTARY SELECTOR Rotate to select the preprogrammed memory channels. w VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Rotate to turn the power ON/OFF, and adjust the audio level.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 1 e LED INDICATOR (p. 9) ➥➥ Lights red* while transmitting. * When the optional battery case is attached, the LED indicator lights orange. ➥➥ Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is open. r SPEAKER-MICROPHONE JACK [SP MIC] Connect the optional speaker-microphone or plug adapter cable. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Jack cover NOTE: Attach the jack cover when optional equipment is not used. (p.
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■■Programmable key functions Various functions can be assigned to the [Upper] and [Lower] programmable function keys. If [Upper] or [Lower] is preprogrammed, push to activate whichever function is set. Consult your Icom dealer for details concerning which functions are programmed into the key. SCAN A ➥➥ Push to start or cancel the scanning operation. ➥➥ When the Power ON scan function is turned ON, push to pause the scanning.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 1 MONITOR ➥➥ Hold down for 1 second to temporarily release the CTCSS*1 (or DTCS*2) squelch mute. ➥➥ Push to activate the CTCSS*1 (or DTCS*2) squelch mute. ➥➥ Holding down [MONI] opens any squelch and deactivates any mute. 2 *1 6 Contiuous Tone Coded Squelch System *2 Digital Tone Coded Squelch LOCK Hold down for 1 second to electronically lock all programmable keys except [MONI], [LOCK], [SURVEILLANCE] and [SIREN]. SURVEILLANCE ➥➥ Push to turn the Surveillance function OFF.
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■■LED indicator The LED indicator indicates the status of various parameters of the transceiver, as follows; (Ref.; R=Red, G=Green, O=Orange) • TX: Lights Red while transmitting a signal. R* • RX: Lights Green while receiving a signal. G • Fast/Slow scan: Blinks when the Fast/Slow scan is activated. G can G • Low Battery 1: You should charge the battery. (blinks slowly) G B AT T1 G • Low Battery 2: You must charge the battery.
OPERATION ■■Turning ON the power Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. (p. 19) 3 1 [VOL] 2 3 4 ➥➥ Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power. 5 DD Battery type selection The battery type must be selected according to the battery pack or case when it is changed, but only the first time it is used. Check the battery type before you begin the selection procedure.
3 OPERATION ■■Channel selection Several types of channel selecting methods are available. They may differ, according to your system set up. To select a desired operating channel, do one of the following: • Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR]. • Push one of memory channel keys, [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4]. AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE: Selecting a channel is not necessary for this type. When turning the power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning. Scanning stops when a signal is received, and then the channel is set.
OPERATION 3 ■■Receiving and transmitting 1 Receiving: qq Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power. ww Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR], or push one of the memory channel keys, [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4], to select a channel. ee When receiving a call, adjust the audio output to a comfortable listening level. 2 • When the received signal contains the same CTCSS tone or DTCS code, the LED indicator lights green. • If no audio is heard, hold down [MONI] while adjusting the audio output level. Release to receive.
3 OPERATION ■■ Receiving and transmitting (continued) DD Preprogrammed frequency and CTCSS tone list (Default) *1 CH Frequency (MHz)*1 Tone (Hz)*2 1 446.006250 No setting 2 446.018750 No setting 3 446.031250 No setting 4 446.043750 107.2 5 446.056250 110.9 6 446.068750 114.8 7 446.081250 118.8 8 446.093750 123.0 9 446.006250 127.3 10 446.018750 131.8 11 446.031250 136.5 12 446.043750 141.3 13 446.056250 146.2 14 446.068750 151.4 15 446.081250 156.
OPERATION 3 1 DD Transmitting notes 2 • Transmit inhibit function The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict transmission under the following conditions: - The channel is muted. - The channel is busy. - A signal with an un-matched CTCSS (or DTCS) tone is received. - The selected channel is a ‘receive only’ channel. 3 • Time-out timer The transceiver has a time-out timer function which prevents continuous, extend transmissions.
3 OPERATION ■■Setting the microphone gain Adjusts the microphone gain. qq Rotate [VOL] to turn OFF the [ROTARY SELECTOR] transceiver power. [VOL] ww Set [ROTARY SELECTOR] to any channel other than Channel 16. ee While pushing and holding [Lower], rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power and enter the microphone gain adjustment mode. rr Push [Upper] to increase, or [Upper] push [Lower] to decrease the [Lower] microphone gain. • The adjustable range is 1 (minimum) to 4 (maximum).
OPERATION 3 ■■Setting the squelch level The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal, depending on the signal strength and the squelch setting. qq Rotate [VOL] to turn OFF the [ROTARY SELECTOR] transceiver power. [VOL] ww Set [ROTARY SELECTOR] to any channel other than Channel 16. ee While pushing and holding [PTT] and [Lower], rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power and enter the [PTT] squelch level adjustment mode.
3 OPERATION ■■Priority A channel selection Depending on the preprogramming, the Priority A channel is selected each time the transceiver power is turned ON. ■■Auto scan function The Auto scan function sequentially scans from the selected channel. Scanning automatically searches for signals and makes it easier for you to find stations to contact or to just listen to. qq Set [ROTARY SELECTOR] to any channel that the Auto scan function is ON. ww Scan starts automatically.
OPERATION 3 ■■Power save function The power save function reduces the current drain to conserve battery power. • Depending on the preprogramming, the power save function is automatically turned ON when no operation is performed or no signal is received for the preprogrammed time period. Ask your dealer for details.
4 BATTERY CHARGING ■■Caution (for the BP-264 ni-mh battery) R DANGER! NEVER short terminals (or charging terminals) of the battery pack. 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. may cause shorting. This may damage not only the battery pack, but also the transceiver. R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs.
BATTERY CHARGING 4 1 If your Ni-MH battery pack seems to have no capacity, even after being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery pack still does not retain a charge (or only very little charge), a new battery pack must be purchased. (p. 31) Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
4 BATTERY CHARGING ■■Caution (for the BP-265 li-ion battery) Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery performance. R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icom chargers.
BATTERY CHARGING 4 1 R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs, since internal battery gas may cause them to rupture, or may cause an explosion. R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat generation, and the battery may rupture, emit smoke or catch fire. R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for which it is specified. Never use a battery with any other equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this instruction manual.
4 BATTERY CHARGING ■■ Caution (for the BP-265 Li-ion battery) (continued) CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive temperature environment (above +50˚C) for an extended period of time. If the battery must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the radio after discharging.
BATTERY CHARGING 4 ■■Battery chargers 1 DD Using the BC-191 to rapid charge the BP-264 2 The BC-191 provides rapid charging of only the BP-264 Ni-MH battery pack. Never use it for any other battery pack. Charging time period for the BP-264: Approximately 2 hours The following item is additionally required: An AC adapter (not supplied with some versions), OPC-515L dc power cable or CP-23L cigarette lighter cable.
4 BATTERY CHARGING ■■ Battery chargers (continued) DD Using the BC-192 to regular charge the BP-264 The BC-192 provides regular charging of only the BP-264 Ni-MH battery pack. Never use it for any other battery pack. Charging time period for the BP-264 (with the specified AC adapter) : Approximately 16 hours (at 16 V) The following item is additionally required: An AC adapter (not supplied with some versions) or OPC-515L dc power cable.
BATTERY CHARGING 4 DD Using the BC-193 to rapid charge the BP-265 The BC-193 provides rapid charging of only the BP-265 Li-ion battery pack. Never use it for any other battery pack. Charging time period for the BP-265: Approximately 2.5 hours The following item is additionally required: An AC adapter (not supplied with some versions), OPC-515L dc power cable or CP-23L cigarette lighter cable.
4 BATTERY CHARGING ■■ Battery chargers (continued) DD Using the BC-197 to rapid charge the BP-264 or BP-265 The BC-197 rapidly charges up to six battery packs. Charging time for the BP-264: Approximately 2 hours Charging time for the BP-265: Approximately 2.5 hours The following additional item is required: • An AC adapter (not supplied with some versions) or the OPC-656 dc power cable Battery pack Transceiver Turn OFF the power The charger adapters are installed in each slot.
BATTERY CHARGING 4 1 2 There are two types of BC-197 chargers for the IC-F27SR; one is for Ni-MH batteries, and the other is for Li-ion batteries. Before you purchase a BC-197, check the type of battery you are using, and then be sure to choose the suitable charger type.
4 BATTERY CHARGING ■■ Battery chargers (continued) IMPORTANT: Ensure the tabs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger.
BATTERY CASE ■■Optional BP-263 battery case 5 When using the optional battery case, install 6 × AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries, as illustrated below. qq Remove the battery case if it is attached. (p. 3) ww Install 6 × AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries, as shown below. • Install only alkaline batteries. • Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
6 OPTIONS DD BATTERY PACK/CASE Battery pack/case BP-263 Voltage Capacity Battery case for AA (LR6) × 6 alkaline Battery life*1 —*2 BP-264 7.2 V 1400 mAh 24.8 hrs. BP-265 7.4 V 2000 mAh 35.3 hrs. *1 When *2 the power save function is turned ON, and the operating time is calculated under the following conditions; TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90 The average operating time depends on the alkaline cells used.
OPTIONS 6 • BC-197 multi-charger + BC-157SE ac adapter For rapid simultaneously charging of up to six battery packs. An AC adapter may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version. There are two types of BC-197 chargers for the ICF27SR. 1 2 3 BC-197 Charger Type Chargeable Battery Charging time 4 With AD-120* BP-264 Ni-MH battery Approx. 2 hrs. 5 With AD-121* BP-265 Li-ion battery Approx. 2.5 hrs.
6 OPTIONS DD OTHER OPTIONS • HM-158L/HM-159L speaker-microphone Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while hanging the transceiver on your belt. • HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 headset + OPC-2004 plug adapter cable HS-94 : Ear hook type HS-95 : Neck-arm type HS-97 : Throat microphone OPC-2004 : Allows you to connect the HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 to the transceiver. After connection, the VOX function can be used.
OPTIONS 6 ■■VOX function 1 The transceiver has a VOX (voice operated transmission) function, which allows you hands-free operation. In addition, an HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 headset and an OPC-2004 plug adapter cable are required. 2 • The VOX function starts transmission when you speak into the microphone, then automatically returns to receive when you stop speaking without needing to push or release the PTT switch. DD Optional unit connection qq Rotate [VOL] to turn OFF the transceiver power.
6 OPTIONS ■■ VOX function (continued) DD Turning the VOX function ON or OFF The VOX function can be turned ON or OFF when turning the transceiver power ON. qq Rotate [VOL] to turn OFF the [ROTARY SELECTOR] transceiver power. [VOL] ww Set [ROTARY SELECTOR] to any channel other than Channel 16. ee While holding down [Upper], turn ON the transceiver power to switch the VOX function ON [PTT] or OFF. • 1 beep sounds when the VOX function is turned OFF. • 2 beeps sound when the VOX function is turned ON.
OPTIONS 6 1 DD Setting the VOX gain The VOX sensitivity level can be adjusted from 1 (minimum) to 10 (maximum). Higher values make the VOX function more sensitive to your voice. ✓✓ IMPORTANT! Set the microphone gain before setting the VOX gain. (p. 15) qq Connect the optional HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 headset and the OPC-2004. (p. 34) ww Rotate [VOL] to turn OFF the transceiver power. [ROTARY SELECTOR] [VOL] ee Set [ROTARY SELECTOR] to Channel 16.
7 SPECIFICATIONS DD General • Frequency coverage • Mode • Current drain (at 7.2 V) : 446.00625–446.09375 MHz : 8K50F3E (FM) : TX 400 mA approx. RX Max. audio 330 mA approx. • Power supply requirement : 7.2 V DC nominal* (negative ground) *Only specified Icom’s battery pack • Frequency stability : ±2.5 ppm (–25°C to +55°C) • Antenna impedance : 50 ˘ nominal • Weight : Approximately 340 g (with BP-264) : Approximately 285 g (with BP-265) 111.5 135.5 186.0 74.
SPECIFICATIONS 7 DD Transmitter • Output power • Modulation system • Max. frequency deviation • Spurious emissions • Adjacent channel power • External mic. connector : 0.5 W ERP : Variable reactance frequency modulation : ±2.5 kHz : 0.25 µW (1 GHz or below) 1.00 µW (above 1 GHz) : 60 dB : 3 conductor 2.5 (d) mm/2.2 k˘ 1 2 3 4 5 6 DD Receiver 7 • Receive system : Double conversion superheterodyne • Sensitivity (20 dB SINAD) : 26.5 dBµV/m • Squelch sensitivity : 26.
8 INDEX A Auto scan function............. 11, 17 B Battery Case............................... 3, 30 Caution (Li-ion)................... 21 Caution (Ni-MH)................. 19 Chargers............................. 24 Charging............................. 19 Life...................................... 31 Pack...................................... 3 Type selection..................... 10 Belt clip...................................... 2 C Channel selection.................... 11 Country code list............
INDEX R Rapid charge Using the BC-191 to charge the BP-264......................... 24 Using the BC-193 to charge the BP-265......................... 26 Using the BC-197 to charge the BP-264 or BP-265........ 27 Receiving................................. 12 Regular charge Using the BC-192 to charge the BP-264......................... 25 Rotary selector.......................... 5 S Squelch level setting................ 16 Side panel..................................
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