INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVER iF510 iF520 UHF TRANSCEIVER iF610 iF620
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and complete- RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. ly before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F510/IC-F520 VHF TRANSCEIVER and IC-F610/IC-F620 UHF TRANSCEIVER. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock RWARNING may occur.
TABLE OF CONTENTS peratures below –22°F (–30°C) or above +140°F (+60°C) or, in areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard. AVOID operating the transceiver without running the vehicle’s engine. The vehicle’s battery will quickly run out if the transceiver is in transmission while the vehicle’s engine OFF. AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty environments. AVOID placing the transceiver against walls. This will obstruct heat dissipation.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel q w u y q AF VOLUME CONTROL KNOB ➥Rotate the knob to adjust the audio output level. • Minimum audio level is pre-programmed. ∫]/[√ √] KEYS w LEFT UP/DOWN [∫ ➥One of several functions can be programmed by your Dealer. (Same as [P0] to [P4] keys) 1 e r t e FUNCTION DISPLAY ➥Displays variety of information, such as an operating channel number/name, 2/5tone code, DTMF numbers and audible condition, etc. NOTE: The above functions depend on pre-programming.
PANEL DESCRIPTION t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P4] ➥Desired functions can be programmed independently by your Dealer. ■ Function display q w e r t y u i y POWER SWITCH [POWER] ➥Push to turns the power ON and OFF. • The following functions are available at power ON as options: - Automatic scan start - Password prompt - Set mode u MICROPHONE CONNECTOR ➥Connect the supplied microphone or optional DTMF microphone for SmarTrunk II™ operation here. NEVER connect non-specified microphones.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION u SCRAMBLER INDICATOR ➥Appears when scrambler function is activated. (Optional UT109 (#02)/UT110 (#02) SCRAMBLER UNIT is required.) i 2/5TONE INDICATOR ➥Appears when specified 2/5tone call is received. o ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY ➥Displays the CH number, 2/5tone indication, DTMF numbers, Audible indication, etc. 3 ■ Programmable function keys The following functions can be assigned to [P0], [P1], [P2], ∫], [√ √], [ ] and [ ] programmable function [P3], [P4], [∫ keys.
PANEL DESCRIPTION [BANK] BANK KEY Select and determine a bank number. [MONI] • When the optional UT-105 is installed, push [BANK] then push [CH UP]/[CH DN] to select operating bank number, and then push [BANK] to determine the bank number. NOTE: Place the microphone on hook to start scanning. Take the microphone off hook to stop scanning. NOTE: The unmute condition (‘Audible’ condition) may automatically return to the mute condition (‘Inaudible‘ condition) after a specified period.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION [TA] [CALL] [CAL A] [CAL B] [EMER] 5 TALK AROUND KEY Turns the talk around function ON and OFF. • The talk around function equalises the transmit frequency to the receive frequency for mobileto-mobile communication. CALL KEYS Transmit a 5-tone code. • Call transmission is necessary before you call another station depending on your signaling system. • The [CAL A] and/or [CAL B] keys may be available when your system employs selective ‘Individual/Group’ calls.
PANEL DESCRIPTION [ID MR] [GRP] [COMP] [SET] ID MEMORY READ KEY Recalls detected ID codes. • Push this key, then push [ ]/[ ] for selection. • Up to 5 ID’s are memorized. Push and hold this key to erase all memorized IDs. TRUNKING GROUP KEY Push to select the Trunking group. MIC COMPANDER KEY Push to toggle the mic compander function ON or OFF. USER SET MODE KEY Changes the contents of the items in the User Set mode. • Push and hold [SET] for 1 sec.
2 OPERATION ■ Turning power ON ■ Channel selection q Push [POWER] to turn the power ON. Several types channel selections are available, methods may differ according to your system set up. • A power-up alert tone sounds for about 1 sec. and an opening message may appear. w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up passcode, input digit codes as directed by your Dealer. • The keys in the table below can be used for password input: • The transceiver detects numbers in the same block as identical.
OPERATION ■ Receiving and transmitting RECEIVING: q Push [POWER] to turn the power ON. w Push [CH UP] or [CH DN] to select a channel. e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a comfortable listening level. TRANSMITTING: r Take the microphone off hook. • 5-tone mute may be released (the ‘audible’ condition is selected and “ ” appears). • A priority channel may be selected automatically. t Wait for the channel to become clear.
2 OPERATION D Tx code channel selection D DTMF transmission If the transceiver has a [TX CH] key, display can be toggled between the operating channel number (or name) and Tx code channel number (or name). When the Tx code channel number (or name) is displayed, the [CH UP]/[CH DN] keys select the Tx code channel. If the transceiver has a [DTMF] key, the automatic DTMF transmission function is available. Up to 7 DTMF channels are available.
OPERATION 2 D User set mode User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this case you can “customize” transceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the user set mode: qWhile pushing and holding [ ] and [ ], push [POWER] to enter user set mode ON, allowing you to set seldomchanged settings. wPush and hold [P0] to enter user set mode. Push [P0] momentarily to select the item. Then push [ ] and [ ] to set the desired level/condition.
3 OPTIONAL SmarTrunk II™ OPERATION ■ SmarTrunk II™ and conventional modes This transceiver is capable of SmarTrunk II™ functions. The optional UT-105 allows communication in conventional channels or SmarTrunk II™ channels. Select a channel bank for SmarTrunk II™ before trunking operation. • Push [BANK] several times to select a channel bank for conventional channels or SmarTrunk II™ channels. - Scanning starts when a channel bank for SmarTrunk II™ operation is selected.
OPTIONAL SmarTrunk II™ OPERATION 3 D Terminating a call D System busy indication After completing a call, push [#] to disconnect (hang up). If all channels are busy, three low beeps sound after you initiate a call. Try the call again later. IMPORTANT: If one person in the conversation terminates a call, all participants will be cut off. D Last number re-dial Push [M] 2times to automatically re-dial the last called number. • A high-pitched beep indicates that the number is accepted.
4 CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Rear panel and connection Optional speaker (SP-22) w q Antenna r red: + t Optional cable (OPC-617) e black: NEVER connect to a 24 V battery. 12V Battery Supplied DC power cable Crimp Note: Use the terminals for the cable connections.
CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE q ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects to an antenna. Ask your Dealer about antenna selection and placement. w MICROPHONE HANGER Connect the supplied microphone hanger to the vehicle’s ground for microphone on/off hook functions. (See p. 2) ■ Supplied Accessories t OPTIONAL CABLE (OPC-617) Connect an external modem unit, LCD backlight control, etc. e w q e DC POWER RECEPTACLE Connects to a 12 V DC battery. Pay attention to polarities. NEVER connect to a 24 V battery.
4 CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Mounting the transceiver The front panel can be inverted for correct viewing while leaving the built-in speaker facing away from the mounting surface. D Inverting the Front panel r Invert the transceiver 180 degrees clockwise as below. t Re-attach the Front panel to the transceiver. y Tighten the 2 screws. q Unscrew the 2-side screws. w Detach the Front panel forward from the transceiver.
CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4 D Mounting the transceiver The universal mounting bracket supplied with your transceiver allows overhead mounting. • Mount the transceiver securely with the 4 supplied screws to a thick surface which can support more than 1.5 kg.
4 CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Optional UT-105 and UT-108 installation ■ Optional UT-109 /UT-110 installation The optional UT-105 and UT-108 units install as follows: q Turn power OFF, then disconnect the DC power cable. w Unscrew the 4 screws, then remove the bottom cover. e Cut the print pattern on the PCB at the TX mic circuit (A) and RX AF circuit (B) as shown in the following figure. r Install the scrambler unit as shown in the left. t Return the bottom cover and screws to the original position.
CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4 ■ Optional OPC-617 installation ■ Antenna Install the OPC-617 as shown below. A key element in the performance of any communication system is an antenna. Ask your Dealer about antennas and the best places to mount them. ■ Fuse replacement Two fuses are installed in the supplied DC power cable. If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, track down the source of the problem, if possible, and replace the damaged fuse with a new rated one.
5 OPTIONS SP-22 EXTERNAL SPEAKER Compact and easy-to-install. Input impedance: 4 Ω Max. input power: 5 W HM-152/HM-152T/HM-148 HAND MICROPHONE • HM-152 : Hand microphone. The same as that supplied with the transceiver. • HM-152T : DTMF microphone • HM-148 : Heavy duty microphone SM-25 Desktop microphone. UT-105 SmarTrunk II™ Logic Board Provides SmarTrunk II™ capabilities. UT-108 DTMF DECODER UNIT Provides pager and code squelch capabilities.
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 course of employW ARN ING ment 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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