INSTRUCTION MANUAL COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER iR8600
PREFACE EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS Thank you for choosing this Icom product. The ICR8600 COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER is a wide band receiver which designed to cover the 10 kHz to 3 GHz range with Icom’s state of the SDR technology. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. Many hours of research and development went into the design of your IC-R8600. WORD R DANGER! R WARNING! CAUTION NOTE DEFINITION Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur.
FEATURES SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ••Covers 10 kHz to 3 GHz for wide band reception •• Receives various digital modes such as D-STAR, P25 (Phase 1), NXDN, dPMR and DCR (Digital Convenience Radio) ••12 kHz IF output port for DRM broadcast ••Hi-speed Real-Time Spectrum Scope ••A 4.3 inch touch panel color display ••Multi-function dials for easy settings ••An SD card slot DC power cable (3 m: 9.8 ft) DC power short connector Speaker plugs RCA plugs (3.
FCC INFORMATION ••FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTIONS This manual is described in the following manner. Detailed instruction “ ” (Quotation marks): Used to indicate icons, setting items, and screen titles displayed on the screen. The screen titles are also indicated in uppercase letters. (Example: FUNCTION screen) 1. Push MENU . [ ] (brackets): Used to indicate keys. Push ••The MENU screen opens. Routes to the set modes and setting screens 2. Touch [SET].
TABLE OF CONTENTS DAbout D the Tuning Step (TS) function............ 3-2 D DAbout the Programmable Tuning Step function.. 3-3 DAbout D the Auto Tuning Step function............ 3-3 Selecting the antenna........................................ 3-3 Dial/Panel Lock function.................................... 3-3 DDial D Lock function......................................... 3-3 DPanel D Lock function...................................... 3-3 Adjusting Backlight dimmer...............................
9 DDigital D Code Squelch.................................... 5-9 DNetwork D Access Code (NAC)....................... 5-9 D DGroup Code (COM ID) and CC.................. 5-10 DRadio D Access Number (RAN)..................... 5-10 DUser D Code (UC)......................................... 5-10 Descrambler function...................................... 5-10 Decryption function.......................................... 5-10 Receive history log..........................................
11 SET MODE...................................................... 11-1 Set mode description....................................... 11-1 DEntering D the Set mode............................... 11-1 Tone Control.................................................... 11-2 Function........................................................... 11-2 Digital Set........................................................ 11-4 Connectors...................................................... 11-5 Network......................
PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: NEVER expose the receiver to rain, snow or any liquids. R DANGER! NEVER operate the receiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. This could cause an explosion and death. CAUTION: NEVER change the internal settings of the receiver. This could reduce receiver performance and/ or damage to the receiver. The receiver warranty does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized internal adjustments.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel This section describes the keys, controls and dials that you use to operate the IC-R8600. Refer to the pages posted beside each key, control, or dial for details. q w e !8 r !7 t !6 y u i o !0 !1 !2 q POWER KEY (p. 2-1) Turns the receiver ON (lights blue) or OFF. !3 !4 !5 o MENU KEY (pp. 1-6, 11-1) Opens the MENU screens where you can modify the receiver settings and edit memory channels. w LOCAL KEY (p. 16-2) Turns OFF the Remote mode.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 Front panel (Continued) @6 @5 @4 @3 1 @2 2 @1 @0 !9 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 MEMORY CHANNEL DIAL KEY ! Push this key (lights white) then rotate to change the Memory channel number. @0 MEMORY WRITE KEY (p. 8-2) @3 DIAL C •• Push to display the Multi Dial menu. ••Turn to change the memory channel number. @4 PRIORITY SCAN KEY (p. 9-2) Starts or cancels a Priority scan. (p. 8-2) ••Push to open the MW MENU screen.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Rear panel !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 !7 q !0 w o i u y t r q DC POWER SOCKET [DC 13.8 V] (pp. 2-1, 16-2) Connects to the supplied DC power cable. !2 EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK [EXT-SP] (pp. 2-3, 16-2) Connects to an optional external speaker SP-39AD (External speaker with built-in power adapter). (3.5 mm: 1/8 in (d)) w DC INPUT JACK [DC IN] (pp. 2-1, 16-2) Connects to the optional SP-39AD (External speaker with built-in power adapter) or AD-55NS (Power adapter).
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 Touch panel display q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 !7 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 (This screen is only an example.) o NETWORK CONTROL INDICATOR Is displayed while the IC-R8600 is remotely controlled by the optional RS-R8600 (future product), through the network. q MODE INDICATOR (p. 3-1) Displays the selected receive mode. 10 11 12 w VSC INDICATOR (pp. 9-11, 5-10) Appears while the Voice Squelch Control (VSC) function is ON.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Touch panel (Continued) @9 #0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 @8 @7 @6 @5 !8 !9 @4 @3 @0 @2 @1 (This screen is only an example.) !8 PRIORITY INDICATOR (p. 9-2) Is displayed during a Priority scan. @6 OVERFLOW (OVF) INDICATOR (pp. 3-1, 5-1) Is displayed when an excessively strong signal is received. (Normally, "S" is displayed to in the S-Meter mode) !9 TUNING STEP INDICATOR (p. 3-2) Displays the currently selected tuning step. @7 AGC INDICATOR (pp.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 Touch panel (Continued) DDMULTI DIAL MENU ( ••When rotating ) . ••When pushing . LTouch to select an item, then rotate ••When holding down Multi dial menu items Displayed items differ, according to the selected receive mode. AM/S-AM SSB CW AFC*1 PBT1 PBT1 PBT1 PBT2 PBT2 PBT2 VSC*1 VSC*1 VSC*1 CW PITCH BACKLIGHT BACKLIGHT BACKLIGHT BACKLIGHT FSK DIGITAL NB*2 NR*2 PBT1 AFC*1 LEVEL LEVEL . for 1 second. LTouch an item.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Touch panel (Continued) Keyboard entering and editing DDFUNCTION screen DDEntering and editing characters You can enter and edit characters in the items in the following table. Lights blue in use Category Function name Selected option zz Push FUNCTION MEMORY to open the FUNCTION screen. LTo close the FUNCTION screen, push EXIT . DISPLAY Edit items Selectable characters GROUP NAME MEMORY NAME A to Z, a to z, 0 to 9, (space), @ %&#+-=[]/():;˄!?<>.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 Keyboard entering and editing (Continued) DDKeyboard types 1 You can select the Full Keyboard or Tenkey in “Keyboard Type” in the QUICK MENU. 1. When the keypad is opened, push . 2. Touch to select the keyboard type. 2 3 4 5 6 Switched to Full Keyboard 7 Switched to Tenkey 8 LLInformatio You can also select the Keyboard type in the Set mode. MENU 9 » SET > Function > Keyboard Type 10 DDEntry example 11 Example: Entering memory name "MAIN CHANNEL." 1.
2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS Selecting a location Grounding Select a location for the receiver that allows adequate air circulation, free from extreme heat, cold or vibrations, and other electromagnetic sources. An improper location may damage the receiver. To prevent electrical shock, interfere from other electric devices and other problems, ground the receiver using the ground terminal [GND] on the rear panel.
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2 Connecting an antenna Antenna is a very important element in receiving signal. Use the antenna and coaxial cable of appropriate impedance. When you use a long wire antenna for short wave bands, use one as long as possible (at least 10 m, 32.8 ft). GND terminal ANT 3 jack (RCA type) 0.01 MHz ~ 30 MHz (500 Ω) 1 2 3 4 Grounding prevents electrical shock and another problems. Long wire antenna ANT 2 connector (SO-239) 0.01 MHz ~ 30 MHz (50 Ω) ANT 1 connector (N type) 0.
2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS External device connection [PHONES] Headphones (p. 16-2) Accepts headphones with 8 ~ 16 Ω impedance. ••Outputs more than 50 mW into an 8 Ω load. •• The volume level may differ, depending on the headphones. [REMOTE] jack (p. 16-2) (3.5 mm: 1/8 in (d)) Remotely controls the receiver, using the CI-V commands. L Refer to the Icom web site for the CI-V commands. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/Manual [I/Q OUT] port (USB B type) (p.
BASIC OPERATION Adjusting the volume level Monitor function Rotate zz Hold down to adjust the volume level. •• While adjusting, the volume level is indicated in %. 3 to forcibly open the squelch. •• [MONI] appears and [RECEIVE] lights. L You can change the function in the digital mode setting on the MENU screen. MENU L The status or position of each key or dial is stored and recalled when the power is turned ON.
3 BASIC OPERATION Selecting the receiving mode (continued) Changing the Tuning Step LLInformatio 1. Touch the TS indicator. ••S (Synchronous)-AM mode: The Synchronous AM demodulation is a receive method that mixes the incoming signal with a pure carrier frequency with no level variation, then extracts one of the two sides (USB or LSB) signal which is free from interferences. This method is effective to reduce the distortions due to fading, or interferences from adjacent stations. 2.
BASIC OPERATION 3 Changing the Tuning Step (Continued) Selecting the antenna DD About the Programmable Tuning Step function The IC-R8600 has three antenna connectors: ANT1, ANT2, and ANT3. You can use either ANT1, ANT2, or ANT3 for receiving below 30 MHz. 1 to set a frequency to below 1. Rotate 30 MHz (10 kHz–29.999999 MHz). 3 You can preset the tuning step between 0.1 kHz and 999.9 kHz in 100 Hz steps. 1. Touch the TS indicator.
3 BASIC OPERATION Adjusting Backlight dimmer Selecting meter display 1. Push You can display one of the 4 different receive signal parameters. zz Touch the meter to select the parameter you want to display. . ••Opens the setting menu. 2. T ouch [BACKLIGHT]. ••Settable range: 0 (dark) ~ 100% (bright) LYou can select the meter display also on the QUICK menu. DDMeter display types ••S-meter: Received signal strength 3. Rotate Relative signal strength represented by S1 to S9.
SCOPE OPERATION 4 Spectrum scope screen DDUsing the Spectrum Scope This spectrum scope enables you to display the activity on the selected frequency range, as well as the relative strengths of various signals. 1 1. Open the SPECTRUM SCOPE screen. MENU 2 » SCOPE The IC-R8600 has two spectrum scope modes. One is the Center mode, and another one is the Fixed mode. You can also turn the Waterfall display ON or OFF. In addition, you can select a Mini scope screen to save screen space.
4 SCOPE OPERATION Spectrum scope screen (Continue) DDSetting the span DDSetting the range Settable span: ±2.5, 5.0, 10, 25, 50, 100, 250, 500 kHz, 1.0 and 2.5 MHz. Settable range: 0.010 ~ 3000.000 MHz. The signals within a specified frequency range are displayed. Set the frequency range around the receive frequency. 1. Open the SPECTRUM SCOPE screen. 1. Open the SPECTRUM SCOPE screen. MENU » SCOPE MENU » SCOPE 2. Touch [CENT/FIX] to select the Center mode. 2. Touch [CENT/FIX]. 3.
SCOPE OPERATION 4 Spectrum scope screen (Continue) DDSearching for the peak signal DDTouch screen operation You can find the strongest signal within the scope frequency range. When you touch the FFT scope zone or the waterfall zone on the SPECTRUM SCOPE screen, the area will be zoomed in. Then, touch the signal in the zoomed area to tune into the signal on the SPECTRUM SCOPE screen. 1. Open the SPECTRUM SCOPE screen. MENU » SCOPE 2. Touch [<1>] to select the [<2>] menu. 3. Touch [PEAK]. 2 3 4 1.
4 SCOPE OPERATION Spectrum scope screen (Continue) DDAdjusting the Reference level DDSweep speed •• Even if this setting is changed, it does not affect the scope input level. •• When you adjust the Reference level, the signal strength for the waterfall also appears to change. L To change only the waterfall speed, select “Slow,” “Mid,” or “Fast” on the Scope set screen. (p. 4-6) Adjusting the Reference level of the screen helps you to see a weak signal that is buried in the noise floor.
SCOPE OPERATION 4 Spectrum scope screen (Continue) DDScope set screen Max Hold (Default: 10s Hold) Select the peak level holding function. • OFF: Turns OFF the peak level holding function. • 10s Hold: Holds the peak spectrum for 10 seconds. • ON: Turns ON the peak spectrum. The Scope Set screen is used to configure the scope screen parameters, such as the waveform color. 1. Open the SPECTRUM SCOPE screen. MENU » SCOPE 2. Touch [EXPD/SET] for 1 second.
4 SCOPE OPERATION Spectrum scope screen (Continue) DD Scope set screen (Continued) Waterfall Size (Expand Screen) (Default: Mid) Select the Waterfall height for the Expand scope screen. • Small: The same height with the Normal scope screen, only the FFT scope expands. • Mid: The Waterfall height expands at the same ratio with the FFT scope. • Large: Only the Waterfall height expands. Waveform Type (Default: Fill) Select the outline waveform display for the FFT scope screen.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 5 About the Function screen Selecting the antenna On the Function screen, you can configure the settings of various functions for each receiving mode. You can use either ANT1, ANT2, or ANT3 for receiving below 30 MHz. 1. Rotate to set a frequency to below 30 MHz (10 kHz ~ 29.999999 MHz). 2. Touch the antenna connector indicator. 1. Push to open the Function screen. 2. Touch (or touch for 1 second) a function key. •• Each touch turns the function ON or OFF.
5 OTHER FUNCTIONS IP Plus function Using the Digital Twin PBT The IP Plus function improves the Intermodulation Distortion (IMD) quality by optimizing the direct sampling system performance. This function optimizes the Analog/Digital Converter (ADC) against the distortion when you receive a strong input signals. It also improves the Third-order Intercept Point (IP3) while minimizing the reduction of the receive sensitivity.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 5 Selecting the digital IF filter [Receiving mode and the IF filter] The IC-R8600 has 3 digital IF filter passband widths for each receive mode. zz Touch the filter icon several times to select FIL 1 (wide), FIL 2 (mid) or FIL 3 (narrow). Mode SSB L Each touch changes the filter. CW FSK AM S-AM DDAdjusting the passband width FM 1. Touch the filter icon for 1 second. 2. Touch [BW]. ••Selects the passband width mode.
5 OTHER FUNCTIONS Noise Blanker (NB) Noise Reduction SSB, CW, FSK and AM modes The Noise blanker eliminates pulse-type noise such as the noise from car ignitions. The Noise Reduction function digitally reduces random noise components, and enhances desired signals that are buried in noise. L The function is effective in the SSB, AM and CW modes. 1. On the FUNCTION screen, touch [NB]. L Each touch turns the Noise Blanker function ON or OFF. 1. On the FUNCTION screen, touch [NR].
5 OTHER FUNCTIONS Receiving FSK (RTTY) signal AFC function FM, WFM and DIGITAL modes The AFC (Automatic Frequency Control) function tunes the receive frequency into the incoming signal. DDDecoded FSK data display The IC-R8600 decodes FSK signals with a built-in decoder. The decoded characters are displayed on the FSK DECODE screen. zzOpen the FSK DECODE screen in the FSK mode. MENU » DECODE LThis function activates regardless of the squelch condition.
5 OTHER FUNCTIONS Receiving FSK (RTTY) signal (Continued) DDTurning ON the FSK log Turn ON the FSK log to save the received FSK signal records onto an SD card (user supplied). LInsert an SD card before attempting to save logs. 1. O pen the FSK DECODE LOG screen in the FSK mode. MENU » DECODE > <1> > LOG 2. Select “Decode Log.” FSK DECODE screen Touch for 1 second to open the FSK DECODE SET screen (p. 5-8) zzTouch <1> to switch to Menu 2. 3. Select “ON.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 5 Receiving FSK (RTTY) signal (Continued) DDFSK tone and shift setting DDViewing the FSK log contents You can change the FSK RX frequency, tone and shift frequencies, on the [FSK TONE/SHIFT] screen. You can check the FSK log contents saved on an SD card. 1. Open the FSK DECODE LOG VIEW screen in the FSK mode. MENU » DECODE > <1> > LOG VIEW 1. T ouch [TONE/SHIFT] on the function screen. 2. Touch the desired item. (Example: FSK RX frequency) 2. Select the desired log file to view.
5 OTHER FUNCTIONS Receiving FSK (RTTY) signal (Continued) DDAbout the FSK DECODE SET screen FFT Scope Averaging (Default: OFF) Set the FFT scope waveform averaging function (noise reduction by averaging the waveform) to between 2 and 4 or to OFF. You can change the settings related to FSK signal decoding. 1. Touch [DECODE] on the MENU screen. 2. Touch [EXPD/SET] for 1 second. L Set the default or smaller number for tuning on FFT scope waveform.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 5 Tone squelch function D.SQL (Digital Squelch) function FM mode The Tone squelch opens only when you receive a signal that includes a matching subaudible tone. DDDigital Code Squelch D-STAR mode The squelch opens only when you receive a D-STAR signal that includes a matching CSQL (Code Squelch). LRefer to page 9-11 for Tone scan or Code scan. 1. Touch [TONE] on the FUNCTION screen. ••E ach touch changes between [TSQL], [DTCS] and [OFF]. 2.
5 OTHER FUNCTIONS D.SQL (Digital Squelch) (Continued) Descrambler function DD Group Code (COM ID) and CC dPMR mode You can descramble the scrambled dPMR (Tire2) communication by entering the appropriate key. dPMR mode The squelch opens only when you receive a dPMR signal that includes a matching COM ID (Common ID) or CC. ••Settable range: 1 ~ 32767 ••Settable range: 1 ~ 255 (COM ID), 0 ~ 63 (CC) 1. Touch [SCRAM] on the FUNCTION screen. •• Each touch turns the function ON or OFF. 1. Touch [D.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 5 Receive history log Screen Capture function DIGITAL mode When a digital is received, the call signs, IDs and so on are stored in the RX history. Up to 50 log entries can be stored. You can capture the receiver screen onto an SD card. LSome displays cannot be captured. ••W hen you receive the 51th call, the oldest history will be deleted. •• Even if the receiver is turned OFF, the RX record will not be deleted. 1. Open the “Screen Capture [POWER] Switch” screen. 1.
6 RECORDING AND PLAYING BACK Recording You can record the received audio onto an SD card. LLInformatio: Record indication DDQuick recording ••While recording: 1. Push QUICK . 2. Touch [<>]. ••While the recording is paused: SD You can quickly start to record the receive audio. Blinks in blue •• Starts recording and “Recording started.” is briefly displayed and the SD card LED starts to blink. Playing back 1. Open the PLAY FILES screen. MENU » RECORD > Play Files 2.
RECORDING AND PLAYING BACK Operation while playing back Playing back on a PC Operations on the Playback screen. You can also playback on a PC. Key 6 L The recorded information (frequency, date, and so on) is not displayed. Operation Touch to play the previous file. L If there are other files in the folder, while the oldest file is playing back, touch this key to start playing the beginning of the file. 1. Insert the SD card into your PC's SD card slot. IC-R8600 PC Touch to play the next file.
6 RECORDING AND PLAYING BACK Checking the file information Deleting a file The IC-R8600 can display the recorded file’s operating frequency, operating mode, date, and so on. You can delete the recorded audio file. 1. Open the PLAY FILES screen. MENU » RECORD > Play Files 1. Open the PLAY FILES screen. MENU » RECORD > Play Files 2. S elect a folder that contains the file you want to delete. 2. Select a folder that contains the file you want to check. ••The file list is displayed. 3.
RECORDING AND PLAYING BACK Deleting a folder RECORDER SET screen You can delete the recorded audio folder. You can change the RECORDER SET settings. NOTE: All the files in the folder are also deleted. 6 1 1. Open the RX RECORDER screen. MENU » RECORD 1. Open the PLAY FILES screen. MENU » RECORD > Play Files 2 3 2. S elect “Recorder Set.” 2. Touch the folder to delete for 1 second. 4 5 6 3. Touch “Delete.” 7 3. S elect an item.
7 USING AN SD CARD About the SD card Saving data onto the SD card You can save the following data onto the card: The SD and SDHC cards are not supplied by Icom. User supplied. •• Data settings of the receiver Memory channel contents saved in the receiver. •• Communication contents The recorded audio. •• Communication log The receive history log. •• FSK (RTTY) decode log The received FSK decode history log. •• Captured screens You can use an SD card of up to 2 GB, or an SDHC of up to 32 GB.
USING AN SD CARD 7 Formatting an SD card Saving the setting data Before using an SD card with the receiver, be sure to format all SD cards with the built-in Format function. This creates a special folder on the card that you need for operations like updating the firmware. Format all cards, including a brand new SD card, and even preformatted cards for PCs or other uses. You can save the Memory channels and the receiver’s settings onto an SD card. 1 1. Insert an SD card into the card slot. 2.
7 USING AN SD CARD Loading the data files Deleting a data file You can load the Memory channels and receiver’s settings from the card to the receiver. NOTE: Deleted data from a card cannot be recalled. Before deleting any data, back up the card data onto your PC. 1. Open the SAVE SETTING screen. MENU » SET > SD Card > Save Setting TIP: Saving the current data is recommended before loading other data into the receiver. 2. Touch the file desired to delete for 1 second. 1.
8 MEMORY OPERATION Memory channels GROUPS MEMORY CHANNELS Selecting channel group DDSelecting with USAGE 1. Push 2. Push Has 100 memory groups. L Up to 2000 channels can Group 00 ~ 99 00 ~ 99 be separately stored in (100 groups) the 100 memory channel groups. Automatically stores A000 ~ A199 frequencies into each 200 Auto Memory channels when a signal is (200 Write channels received during an Auto channels) Memory Write scan. 100 scan skip channels can be stored into the memory channels.
8 MEMORY OPERATION Selecting a memory channel Writing a memory channel zz Rotate or memory channel. single memory channel stores the frequency, A receive mode and IF filter width besides the following items. to select the desired L Only the Memory channels that have contents are displayed. • Tuning step • P.
MEMORY OPERATION 8 Copying the Memory contents Clearing a memory channel You can copy the Memory contents to the VFO. When you clear a memory channel, you can choose whether to leave the cleared channel blank as a place holder, or keeping the deleted channel number. 1. Push V/M to select the Memory mode. 2. S elect the memory channel to be copied. 3. Hold down V/M for 1 second. •• Beeps sound and the selected memory contents are copied to the VFO. LYou cannot clear program scan edge channels.
8 MEMORY OPERATION Entering a group/memory name You can assign a name of up to 16 characters to each channel group (00 ~ 99) and memory channel. Memory name •• You cannot change the group name of Auto MW, Skip and scan channels (Groups "A," "S" and "P"). DDEntering a group name DDEntering a memory name 1. Touch the Memory channel number. 1. Open the MEMORY screen. MENU » MEMORY 2. Push 3. Rotate name. ••The VFO/MEMORY screen opens. or to select the group. to select the channel to enter a 2.
MEMORY OPERATION 8 About the MEMORY screen You can edit the Memory channel contents on this screen. LLInformatio: You can also edit the memory channel in the QUICK MENU. zz Open the MEMORY screen. MENU » MEMORY w q e 1 2 3 r 4 u t y Memory screen example q Memory channel group and channel number D isplays the Memory group (00 ~ 99, A, S and P), and Memory channel number (00 ~ 99, A000 ~ A199, S00 ~ S99 and P00A/P00B ~ P49A/P49B) in each group. Example: Moving or copying a memory channel 1.
9 SCANS Scan types SCAN TYPE VFO SCAN SCANNING DETAILS PROGRAMMED SCAN FINE PROGRAMMED SCAN ∂F SCAN FINE ∂F SCAN AUTO MEMORY WRITE SCAN MEMORY SCAN MEMORY SCAN SELECT MEMORY SCAN MODE SELECT MEMORY SCAN PRIORITY SCAN Repeatedly scans between 2 Scan Edge frequencies of Program Scan Edge memory channels. The scan starts from the lower edge frequency. (p.9-4) During a Programed scan, the scan speed decreases when the squelch opens, but the receiver keeps scanning.
SCANS Setting the Scan Resume function Priority scan (Example) DDSetting the scan delay timer You can set the delay time that the scan restarts after the signal disappears. zzRotate 9 145 MHz (Memory channel) 90.6 MHz (VFO) A priority scan periodically checks a selected memory channel* while receiving on a VFO frequency. . ••Setting range: 1 ~ 30 seconds LThe delay amount is displayed while setting. L If a signal is received before the delay time has expired, the timer restarts.
9 SCANS Scan Setting screen Configure the Scan on the Scan Setting screen. 1. Open the SCAN screen. MENU » SCAN Temporary Skip Timer (Default: 5min) Sets the period of time of the Temporary Skip timer. The Skip timer ignores the Temporary Skip signal for the set period of time. ••Options: 5, 10 and 15 minutes 2. Touch [TYPE/SET]. SKIP function (Default: ON) Sets the Skip (SKIP or PSKIP) function. ••OFF: Turns OFF the function. SCAN screen 3. Touch [SET].
9 SCANS Programmed scan and Fine Programmed scan Programmed scan and Fine Programmed scan L To change the Scan Edge Memory channels, see “Writing a memory channel” for details. (p. 8-2) L If the both Scan Edges are the same frequencies, the Programmed scan does not start. L In the Fine Programmed scan, the scan speed decreases when the squelch opens, but the receiver keeps scanning. The scan tuning step changes to 10 Hz when the squelch opens.
9 SCANS ∂F scan ∂F scan and Fine ∂F scan (Example) Span: 100 kHz 93.2 MHz 93.3 MHz 100 kHz Repeatedly scans within the ∂F span area. The scan starts from the center frequency of VFO or selected memory channel. L In fine ∂F scan, the scan speed decreases when the squelch opens, but the receiver keeps scanning. The scan tuning step changes to 10 Hz when the squelch opens. 93.4 MHz 100 kHz Start Lower edge Center frequency Jump Upper edge DD∂F scan operation DDFine ∂F scan operation 1.
9 SCANS Auto Memory Write scan Auto Memory Write scan The received signal frequency is stored into an Automatic Memory Write group Scanning Signal received Signal received Signal received L When no blank channels is left in group A (A000 ~ A199), the Auto Memory Write scan automatically cancels. You can clear the all channels in group A (A000 ~ A199) every time you start a Auto Memory Write scan. See page 9-3 for details.
9 SCANS Memory scan and Select Memory scan Select Memory scan Memory scan (Example) Group: ALL (Each channel is in the different group.) 01ch 00ch 02ch 98ch 50ch 06ch 01ch 00ch 03ch 2 1 Blank channels are skipped 99ch (Example) Group: ALL (Each channel is in the different group.) 99ch 04ch 1 50ch 1 Repeatedly scans all entered Memory channels except Program Scan Edges. 1 03ch 1 Only " " tagged channels are scanned. " " indicates the Selected (Tagged) Channel.
SCANS 9 Memory scan and Select Memory scan (Continued) DDSetting Select Memory channels DD Canceling the Select Memory channel settings Repeatedly scans only Memory channels that are assigned as Select Memory channels (★1 ~ ★9). You can cancel the select memory setting, by removing the Select Memory channel assignment (★1 ~ ★9). L You cannot assign the Programed Scan Edge channels (P00A/P49A ~ P00B/P49B) as Select Memory channels. 1. Touch the memory channel number. 1.
9 SCANS Mode select memory scan Setting the skip frequency You can set a frequency as a skip frequency that is skipped (ignored) during a VFO scan*. (Example) Group: ALL (Each channel is in the different group.) AM WFM WFM WFM WFM 01ch 02ch All modes except the WFM are skipped.
SCANS 9 Setting the Temporary Skip Skip channel for memory scan You can set a frequency as a temporary skip frequency that is skipped (ignored) during a VFO scan* or memory scan, for a period of time (default: 5 minutes). You can set a selected memory channel as a Skip channel (SKIP or PSKIP) which is skipped during a memory scan. L You cannot assign the Programed Scan Edge channels (P00A/P49A ~ P00B/P49B) as skip channels.
9 SCANS Voice Squelch Control function Tone scan operation FM, WFM, AM and SSB modes The Voice Squelch Control (VSC) function opens the squelch, or stops the scan only when voice components are detected in the signal. FM mode The IC-R8600 can detect subaudible tone frequency or the DTCS code in a received signal. You can determine the tone frequency or DTCS code necessary to open the squelch. 1. Push . 2. Touch [VSC]. 1. O n the FUNCTION screen, touch [TONE] for 1 second. 2.
CLOCK AND TIMER 10 Setting the Time and Date NTP Time Server Manually set date and time without accessing the time management server. The NTP function periodically synchronizes the internal clock with the time management server. L To use this function, an internet connection are necessary. DDSetting date DDExecute the time synchronization 1. Open the Date screen. MENU » SET > Time Set > Date/Time > Date The IC-R8600 accesses the NTP server address that is set in the “NTP Server Address” item. 2.
10 Clock and Timer Timer DDSetting the Sleep timer DDSetting the Daily timer The Sleep timer automatically turns OFF the receiver power after the set period of time ends. •• Settable range : 5 ~ 120 minutes (in 5 minutes steps) The IC-R8600 automatically turns power ON or OFF on the specified day and time. LYou can set up to 3 timer slots for different timer setting. 1. Hold down for 1 second. 2. Touch to select a timer slot. 1. Hold down for 1 second. 2. Touch [Sleep Timer]. 3.
Clock and Timer 10 Timer (continued) DDTimer setting items DDAbout the Timer recording You can start the recording using the Timer. zzStart the recording then turn OFF the power. Timer Status (Default: OFF) Turns this timer slot ON or OFF. Set to ON to activate the Timer. L •• When the IC-R8600 is turned on by the Timer, the recording is automatically starts, according to the preset recording setting (p. 6-4). is displayed in the slot while the Timer is activated.
11 SET MODE Set mode description You can use the Set mode to set infrequently changed values or function settings. TIP: The Set mode is constructed in a tree structure. You may go to the next tree level, or go back a level, depending on the selected item. DDEntering the Set mode 6. Rotate to select the desired option, and then push to set it. LLInformatio 1. Push MENU . ••Opens the MENU screen. 2. Touch [SET].
SET MODE Tone Control MENU Function » SET > Tone Control > FM MENU HPF/LPF (Default: – – – – – – – – –) Sets the receive audio high-pass filter and low-pass filter cutoff frequencies in 100 Hz steps. Selectable ranges: ••HPF: 100 ~ 2000 Hz ••LPF: 500 ~ 2400 Hz Bass (Default: OFF) De-Emphasis(15k) (Default: ON) Beep Level Limit (Default: ON) Selects whether or not to limit the volume up to the specified level. ••OFF: Does not limit the volume level. ••ON: Limits the volume level.
11 SET MODE Function (Continued) SPEECH > SPEECH Output for Ext connectors (Default: All) Selects the announcement condition to output from the external terminals (USB, LAN, AF/IF and EXT-SP). ••OFF: The announcement is not output. ••Push/Touch: The announcement is output when you push , or touch the screen. ••All: The announcement is output when you push or touch the screen, or when a signal is received during a scan.
SET MODE Function (Continued) Digital Set (Continued) RX History Log > CSV Format > Separator/Decimal Screen Capture File Type (Default: PNG) Selects the file format for the Screen Capture function. ••Options: PNG or BMP (Default: Sep [,] Dec [.]) Selects the separator and the decimal character for the CSV format. • Sep [,] Dec [.]: Separator is “,” and Decimal is “.” • Sep [;] Dec [.]: Separator is “;” and Decimal is “.
11 SET MODE Connectors MENU USB (Front) > AF SQL (Default: OFF (OPEN)) Selects whether or not to output the audio from [USB] on the front panel, according to the squelch and signal levels. ••OFF(OPEN): The squelch is always opened regardless of the squelch and signal levels. ••ON: The squelch opens and closes, according to the squelch and signal levels. » SET > Connectors Phones Level Ratio (Default: 1.00) Sets the output ratio of the speaker output level and headphones output level. • Range: 0.
SET MODE 11 Connectors (Continued) LAN > AF Speech Output USB (Rear) > AF SQL (Default: OFF (OPEN)) Selects whether or not to output the audio from [USB] on the rear panel, according to the squelch and signal levels. ••OFF(OPEN): The squelch is always opened regardless of the squelch and signal levels. ••ON: The squelch opens and closes, according to the squelch and signal levels. 1 CI-V > CI-V Baud Rate 4 L You should set the “AF SQL” item to “AF.
11 SET MODE Network Connectors (Continued) CI-V > CI-V USB (Rear) Port (Default: Unlink from [REMOTE]) Selects the internal connection type between the [USB] port on the rear panel and the [REMOTE] CI-V port. ••Link to [REMOTE]: The [USB] port on the rear panel and the [REMOTE] CI-V port are internally connected. ••Unlink from [REMOTE]: The [USB] port on the rear panel and [REMOTE] CI-V port are not internally connected. Each port functions independently. (duplex communication can be made.
SET MODE 11 Network (Continued) Network Name Internet Access Line (Valid after Restart) When you remotely control the IC-R8600 using the optional RS-R8600 (future product), enter a network name. When you remotely control the IC-R8600 using the optional RS-R8600 (future product), set the port number for the audio signal transfers between the IC-R8600 and the remote station. L“.” (period) cannot be used for the first character. LPush to change the keyboard type.
11 SET MODE Display MENU RX Popup (Default: Normal) Selects whether or not to display the information included in the received digital signal such as call sign, caller’s ID, code and so on, when you receive a digital signal. ••OFF: The information is not displayed. ••Normal: The information is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. ••RX Hold: The information is displayed until an operation is performed. ••Hold: The information is displayed and remains, even an operation is performed.
SET MODE Time Set MENU SD Card (Continued) » SET > Time Set Date/Time > Date 11 (Default: 2000/01/01) 1 Format Formats the SD card. 3 L See “Updating the firmware” (p. 13-1) for details. Sets the date* (Year/Month/Day). ••Settable range: 2000/01/01 ~ 2099/12/31 LThe day of the week is automatically set. L If the NTP Function is ON and receiver is connected to Internet, these items are automatically set. Date/Time > Time Firmware Update Enters the Firmware Update mode.
12 MAINTENANCE Cleaning DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, because they will damage the receiver surfaces. If the receiver becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a dry, soft cloth. Replacing fuse DDCircuitry fuse If a fuse blows, or the receiver stops functioning, find and repair the cause of the problem. Then replace the damaged fuse with a new, adequately rated fuse. 1. Remove the 10 screws, then remove the cover.
MAINTENANCE 12 Resetting DDAll reset Occasionally, erroneous information may be displayed. This may be caused by static electricity or by other factors. If this problem occurs, turn OFF the receiver. After waiting a few seconds, turn ON the receiver. If the problem still exists, perform a Partial reset as described below. If the problem still exists after a Partial reset, perform an All reset as described to the right. All reset clears all data and returns all settings to their factory defaults. 2 1.
12 MAINTENANCE Touch screen calibration When no screen action occurs, or a different function is activated after touching the screen, the touched point and the detected point may be different. In that case, the Touch screen calibration function helps to correct the touch screen sensing accuracy. 1. Open the OTHERS screen. MENU » SET > Others 2. Touch “Touch Screen Calibration.” ••A dot appears on the screen. 3. Touch the dot that appears on the screen. dot •• A new dot appears in another position. 4.
MAINTENANCE 12 Troubleshooting The following chart is designed to help you correct problems which are not equipment malfunctions. If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem, or solve it through the use of this chart, contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center. PROBLEM Power does not come on when is pushed. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. 1 2 3 Power cable is improperly connected. The external power supply is turned OFF. The DC power cable fuses or circuitry fuse is blown.
12 MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting (Continued) PROBLEM The backlight is OFF. The touch panel does not work. Programmed scan does not start. Memory scan does not start. Select memory scan does not start. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION indicator lights. (The The Panel Lock function is activated.) Push to turn OFF the Panel Lock function. The same frequencies have been set Set different frequencies in scan edge in scan edge memory channels. memory channels (P00A/P00B ~ P49A/P49B).
UPDATING THE FIRMWARE General Preparation D About updating the firmware D Downloading the firmware file You can update the IC-R8600’s firmware using an SD card. Updating the firmware may add new functions and improves performance parameters. 13 Access the following URL and download the firmware file. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/index.html 1 These instructions are based on Microsoft® Windows® 7. 2 You can download the latest firmware from the Icom website. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/index.html 1.
13 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE Updating the firmware 5. Touch [Ù] or [Ú] to scroll the screen. IMPORTANT: To update the firmware, first format your SD card using the IC-R8600. (p. 7-2) Then copy the downloaded firmware data from your PC into the ICR8600 folder that was created on the SD card. Carefully read all the displayed precautions. 6. After you read and agree with all the precautions, touch [YES]. • The file select screen is displayed. CAUTION: NEVER turn OFF the receiver while updating the firmware.
SPECIFICATIONS 14 DDGeneral ••Frequency coverage: USA France Other than above 1 0.010000 ~ 821.999999 MHz* 851.000000 ~ 866.999999 MHz 896.000000 ~ 3000.000000 MHz 2 0.135700 ~ 0.137800 MHz 1.810000 ~ 1.850000 MHz 3.500000 ~ 3.800000 MHz 7.000000 ~ 7.200000 MHz 10.100000 ~ 10.150000 MHz 14.000000 ~ 14.350000 MHz 18.068000 ~ 18.168000 MHz 21.000000 ~ 21.450000 MHz 24.890000 ~ 24.990000 MHz 28.000000 ~ 29.700000 MHz 50.000000 ~ 52.000000 MHz 144.000000 ~ 146.000000 MHz 430.000000 ~ 440.
14 SPECIFICATIONS DD Receiver (continued) ••Sensitivity: SSB/CW/FSK (BW: SSB/FSK=2.4 kHz, CW=500 Hz) 0.100000 ~ 1.799999 MHz 1.800000 ~ 29.999999 MHz 30.000000 ~ 1099.999999 MHz 1100.000000 ~ 1999.999999 MHz 2000.000000 ~ 3000.000000 MHz AM (BW=6 kHz) 0.100000 ~ 1.799999 MHz 1.800000 ~ 29.999999 MHz 30.000000 ~ 1099.999999 MHz 1100.000000 ~ 1999.999999 MHz 2000.000000 ~ 3000.000000 MHz FM (BW=15 kHz) 28.000000 ~ 29.999999 MHz 30.000000 ~ 1099.999999 MHz 1100.000000 ~ 1999.999999 MHz 2000.000000 ~ 3000.
OPTIONS 15 Options AD-55NS AC adaptor ••15 V/2 A SP-23 1 SP-39AD external speaker external speaker 2 with built-in power supply ••4 W/8 Ω ••15 V/2 A ••4 W/8 Ω 3 4 L The shape may differ, depending on the version. 5 L145.0(W)×111.0(H)×282.5(D) mm 5.7(W)×4.4(H)×11.1(D) mm (Projections not included) zzCAB-1258 DC power cable ( approximately 3 m, 9.8 ft: repair parts) zzMB-123 Carrying handle 6 ••Same height as the IC-R8600. (Has a desktop stand.
16 CONNECTOR INFORMATION [10.7 MHz OUT] ••Center frequency: ••Band width*: ••Impedance: ••Maximum output level: Outputs the 10.7 MHz IF signal for an external detector/demodulator circuit. *The band width is fixed regardless of the digital PBT filter setting. BNC type [REF I/O 10 MHz] Outputs or inputs a 10 MHz reference frequency signal. You can change the signal direction in the Set mode. 10.
CONNECTOR INFORMATION [REMOTE] 16 In the remote control mode, push [LOCAL] to return to the normal (Local) mode (LOCAL LED turns OFF). *Except , and . Used to remotely controls the receiver with the CI-V format data. (3.5 mm, 1/8 in (d)) L You can download the USB driver and installation guide from the Icom website. http://www.icom.co.
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INDEX Symbols ∂F scan...................................................................9-5 ∂F scan operation...................................................9-5 [NOTCH] Switch....................................................11-3 [P.LOCK] Switch....................................................11-3 [SPEECH/LOCK] Switch.......................................11-3 C CC.........................................................................5-10 CI-V Address..............................................
INDEX DISPOSAL................................................................. iii Downloading the firmware file...............................13-1 dPMR....................................................................5-10 D.SQL (Digital Squelch) function.............................5-9 D-STAR Auto Detect..............................................11-4 D-STAR Data Baud Rate.............................. 11-5, 11-6 D-STAR EMR AF Level.........................................11-4 D-STAR Standby Beep....
INDEX M MAIN DIAL...............................................................1-1 MAIN DIAL Auto TS...............................................11-3 MB-123 (Optional) attachment..............................15-1 Memory channel Entry example (Group and memory name).........1-8 Inserting a blank channel....................................8-3 Memory channels................................................8-1 Memory channel clearing....................................8-3 Memory channel group name..........
INDEX Playing back........................................................6-1 Playing back on a PC..........................................6-2 Quick recording...................................................6-1 Recording setting................................................6-1 RECORDER SET screen....................................6-4 REF (reference frequency) adjust.........................11-4 Reference level.......................................................4-4 REF IN/OUT.......................
INDEX V Version................................................................11-10 VFO and Memory modes........................................3-1 VFO scan and Memory scan...................................9-1 Viewing the captured screen.................................5-11 Voice Squelch Control function.............................9-11 Volume level............................................................3-1 Speech function Language..........................................................11-2 Level.
IC-R8600 #03 (Europe) IC-R8600 #06 (France) A-7375D-1EX-q Printed in Japan © 2017 Icom Inc.
