INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF FM TRANSCEIVER iV8000 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.
FOREWORD IMPORTANT Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-V8000 VHF FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely We understand making you have a choice of many different radios in the market place.
CAUTIONS RWARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be observed when operating this device. If you have any questions regarding RF exposure and safety standards please refer to the Federal Communications Commission Office of Engineering and Technology’s report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Radio frequency Electromagnetic Fields (OET Bulletin 65) RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet.
1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel Function display (p. 00) q PWR w M/CALL PRIO e !2 !1 TONE T-SCAN LOW DUP V/MHz SCAN MONI ANM SET LOCK MW S.MW !0 BANK OPT r t y u i o Speaker q POWER SWITCH [PWR] Turns power ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. e MICROPHONE CONNECTOR Connects the supplied microphone. (p. 00) w MEMORY/CALL•PRIORITY SWITCH [M/CALL(PRIO)] (p. 00) ➥ Push to selects and toggles memory, call and weather channel* mode.
PANEL DESCRIPTION y BANK•OPTION SWITCH [BANK(OPT)] ➥ Selects memory memory bank when pushed. (p. 00) ➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn the DTMF decoder ON and OFF when the optional UT-108 is installed. (p. 00) u SET•LOCK SWITCH [SET(LOCK)] ➥ Selects set mode when pushed. ➥ Switches the lock function ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 14) i TUNING DIAL [DIAL] Selects the memory channel (p. 00), call channel (pgs. 00, 00, 00), the contents of the set mode display and the scanning direction (p. 00).
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display !5 !4 !3 !2 !1 q !0 w e r t u i o q TRANSMIT INDICATOR ➥ Appears while transmitting. (p. 00) ➥ Flashes while transmitting with the one-touch PTT function. (p. 00) e OUTPUT POWER INDICATORS (p. 00) “LOW” appears when low output power; “LOW” and “MID” appear when low mid output power; “MID” appears when middle output power is selected w FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the operating frequency, channel names, set mode contents, etc.
PANEL DESCRIPTION y S/RF INDICATORS ➥ Show the relative signal strength while receiving signals. (p. 00) ➥ Show the output power level while transmitting. (p. 00) u SKIP INDICATOR (p. 00) Appears when the displayed memory channel is specified as a skip channel. i MEMORY INDICATOR (p. 00) Appears when memory mode is selected. o MEMORY CHANNEL NUMBER INDICATORS ➥ Shows the selected memory channel number. (p. 00) ➥ “C” appears when the call channel is selected. (p. 00) !0 PRIORITY WATCH INDICATOR (p.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Rear panel q e r w q SPEAKER JACK [SP] Accepts an 8 Ω speaker. • Audio output power is more than 2.0 W. w POWER RECEPTACLE [DC13.8V] Accepts 13.8 V DC ±15% with the supplied DC power cable. ☞ NOTE: DO NOT use a cigarette lighter socket as a power source when operating in a vehicle. The plug may cause voltage drops and ignition noise may be superimposed onto transmit or receive audio.
PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Microphone (HM-133V*) q w e r !1 !0 o i u y Mic element t 1 r ACTIVITY INDICATOR ➥ Lights red while any key, except [FUNC] and [DTMF-S], is pushed, or while transmitting. ➥ Lights green while the one-touch PTT function is in use. t KEYPAD (p. 00) y FUNCTION INDICATOR ➥ Lights orange while [FUNC] is activated—indicates the secondary function of switches can be accessed. ➥ Lights green when [DTMF-S] is activated—DTMF signals can be transmitted with the keypad.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Microphone keypad KEY FUNCTION SECONDARY FUNCTION (after ) OTHER FUNCTIONS Switches between opening and closing the Switches between frequency indication and memory names indication. (p. 00) squelch. Starts and stops scanning. (p. 00) Starts and stops tone scanning. (p. 00) Starts and stops priority watch. (p. 00) Turns the one-touch PTT function ON and OFF. (p. 00) Selects high output power. (p. 00) Turns the DTCS squelch ON. (p. 00) Selects mid. output power. (p.
PANEL DESCRIPTION KEY FUNCTION SECONDARY FUNCTION (after ) 1 OTHER FUNCTIONS ➥ Clears a digit before entry. (p. 00) ➥ Writes memory contents into the call channel. (p. 00) ➥ Cancels the scan, priority watch or DTMF memory function. (pgs. 00, 00) ➥ Advances the memory channel number when continuously pushed after pro➥ Exit set mode (p. 00) gramming is completed. (p. 00) ➥ Increases the set mode selection order after entering set mode. (p. 00) Enters set mode and advances the set DTMF memory OFF.
2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 9 INSTALLATION ■ Location ■ Using the mounting bracket Select a location which can support the weight of the transceiver and does not interfere with driving in any way. We recommend the locations shown in the diagram below. ➀ Drill 4 holes where the mounting bracket is to be installed. NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury.
INSTALLATION 2 ■ Battery connection ■ DC power supply connection ☞ NEVER connect the transceiver directly to a 24 V battery. ☞ DO NOT use the cigarette lighter socket for power connections. Attach a rubber grommet when passing the DC power cable through a metal plate to prevent short circuits. Use a 13.8 V DC power supply with more than 12 A capacity. Make sure the ground terminal of the DC power supply is grounded. • CONNECTING TO A DC POWER SUPPLY • See p. 00 for fuse replacement.
2 INSTALLATION ■ Antenna installation D Antenna location D Antenna connector To obtain maximum performance from the transceiver, select a high-quality antenna and mount it in a good location. A nonradial antenna should be used when using a magnetic mount. The antenna uses a PL-259 connector. • PL-259 CONNECTOR 30 mm Roof-mount antenna (Drill a hole or use a magnetic mount.) Trunk-mount antenna Coupling ring q Slide the coupling ring down. Strip the cable jacket and soft solder.
SETTING A FREQUENCY ■ Preparation 3 ■ Using the tuning dial D Turning power ON/OFF ➥ Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON or OFF. Push [PWR] for 1sec. D VFO mode selection The transceiver has 2 basic operating modes: VFO mode and memory mode. qRotate the tuning dial to set the frequency. • If VFO mode is not selected, push [V/MHz(SCAN)] to select VFO mode. • The frequency changes according to the selected tuning [V/MHz(SCAN)] Tunig dial steps. (p.
3 SETTING A FREQUENCY ■ Using the keypad The frequency can be directly set via numeral keys on the microphone. z Push [VFO/LOCK] to VFO mode, if necessary. ENT x Push [ENT C] to activate the keypad for digit input. C c Push 6 keys to input a frequency. • When a digit is mistakenly input, push [ENT C] to clear the input, then repeat input from the 1st digit. • Pushing [CLR A] clears input digits and retrieves the frequency. [EXAMPLE]: Setting frequency to 145.3625 MHz.
SETTING A FREQUENCY 3 ■ Tuning step selection USING SET MODE Tuning steps are the minimum frequency change increments when you rotate the tuning dial or push [Y]/[Z] on the microphone. The following tuning steps are available. • 5 kHz • 20 kHz • 10 kHz • 25 kHz • 12.5 kHz • 30 kHz • 15 kHz • 50 kHz ☞NOTE: For convenience, select a tuning step that matches the frequency intervals of repeaters in your area. q Push [V/MHz(SCAN)] to select VFO mode, if necessary. [SET(LOCK)] Tuning dial [MW(S.
3 SETTING A FREQUENCY ■ Lock functions To prevent accidental channel changes and unnecessary function access, use the lock function. The transceiver has 2 different lock functions. D Frequency lock ➥ Push [SET(LOCK)] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and OFF. • [PTT], [MONI(ANM)], [VOL] and [SQL] can be used while the channel lock function is in use. Also, TONE-1, TONE-2, DTMF tones or DTMF memory contents can be transmitted from the microphone.
BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Receiving ■ Monitor function q Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON. w Set the audio level. ➥ Push [MONI(ANM)] to open the squelch. ➥ Rotate the [VOL] control to adjust the audio output level. ➥ Push [MONI(ANM)] again to close the squelch. e Set the squelch level. ➥ Rotate [SQL] fully counterclockwise in advance. ➥ Rotate [SQL] clockwise until the noise just disappears. ➥ When interference is received, rotate [SQL] clockwise again for attenuator operation.
4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Audio mute function This function temporarily mutes the audio without disturbing the volume setting. MUTE z Push [FUNC] then [SQLY D(MUTE)] to mute audio signals. • “MUTE” appears. x Push [CLR A] (or any other key) to cancel the function. • “MUTE” disappears. ■ Transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. ☞ NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the channel before transmitting by pushing [MONI(ANM)] or [MONI 1] on the microphone.
BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Selecting output power ■ One-touch PTT function The transceiver has 4* output power levels to suit your operating requirements. Low output powers during short-distance communications may reduce the possibility of interference to other stations and will reduce current consumption. The PTT switch can be operated as a one-touch PTT switch (each push switches transmit/receive). Using this function you can transmit without pushing and holding the PTT switch.
5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 19 REPEATER OPERATION ■ Accessing a repeater q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). (pgs. 00–00) w Push [LOW(DUP)] for 1 sec., one or two times, to select minus duplex or plus duplex. Either “–” or “+” appears. • “–” or “+” appears to indicate the transmit frequency for minus shift or plus shift, respectively. • When the auto repeater function is turned ON (available for the USA version only), steps w and e are not necessary. (p.
REPEATER OPERATION ■ Subaudible tones USING SET MODE (Encoder function) SET B z Set the mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tone encoder frequency to, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. • The subaudible tone frequency is independently programmed into each mode or channel. The display shows that an 88.5 Hz subaudible CTCSS tone frequency is set. x Push [SET B] until “ ” and “rt” appears; or until “ ” and “Ct” appears for tone squelch or pocket beep use.
5 REPEATER OPERATION D DTMF tones ➥ Push [DTMF-S], then push the keys of the deDTMF-S sired DTMF digits. • The function indicator lights green. • 0–9, A–D, M(E) and #(F) are available. • Cancel the DTMF memory encoder function in advance, if necessary. (p. 00) • Push [DTMF-S] again to return the keypad to normal function control. • The transceiver has 14 DTMF memory channels for autopatch operation. See p. 00 for details.
REPEATER OPERATION ■ Auto repeater USING 5 INITIAL SET MODE (USA version only) The USA version automatically activates the repeater settings (DUP– or DUP+ and tone encoder ON/OFF) when the operating frequency falls within the general repeater output frequency range and deactivates them when outside of the range. D Setting the auto repeater function ON/OFF q Push [PWR] to turn power OFF. w While pushing [SET(LOCK)], turn power ON to enter initial set mode.
5 REPEATER OPERATION ■ Repeater lockout USING ■ Reversed duplex mode INITIAL SET MODE This function helps prevent interference to other stations by inhibiting your transmission when a signal is received. The transceiver has two inhibiting conditions, repeater and busy. q Push [PWR] to turn power OFF. w While pushing [SET(LOCK)], turn power ON to enter initial set mode. While pushing [SET(LOCK)], turn power ON. e Push [SET(LOCK)] several times until the “RLO” display appears as shown below.
MEMORY OPERATION 6 ■ General description The transceiver has 207 memory channels including 6 scan edge memory channels (3 pairs), and 1 call channel. Each of these channels can be individually programmed with operating frequency (p. 00), duplex direction (p. 00), subaudible tone encoder or tone squelch and its tone frequency (pgs. 00, 00) and skip information.* (p. 00) In addition, a total of 10 memory banks, A to J, are available for making groups with usage, etc. *except for scan edge memory channels.
6 MEMORY OPERATION ■ Programming a memory channel VFO settings, including the set mode contents such as subaudible tone frequency, etc., can programmed into a memory channel. q Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [V/MHz(SCAN)] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency using the tuning dial. ➥ Set other data (e.g. tone frequency, duplex information, etc.) if required. w Push [MW(S.MW)] momentarily. • “M” indicator and the memory channel number blink.
MEMORY OPERATION 6 ■ Programming a memory channel via the microphone MW The microphone can also be used to program memory channels. z Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency using the keypad. ➥ Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, subaudible tone encoder ON/OFF and its frequency) , if necessary. x Push [FUNC], then [CLR A(MW)] momentarily. c Select the memory channel to be programmed.
6 MEMORY OPERATION ■ Transferring memory contents This function transfers a memory channel’s contents to VFO (or another memory/call channel). This is useful when searching for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the offset frequency, subaudible tone frequency etc. D Memory/call➪VFO q Select the memory/call channel to be transferred. ➥ Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] to select memory mode, then rotate the tuning dial to select the desired memory channel. ➥ Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] for 1 sec.
MEMORY OPERATION D Memory/call➪call/memory q Select the memory/call channel to be transferred. ➥ Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] to select memory mode, then rotate the tuning dial to select the desired memory channel. ➥ Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] for 1 sec. to select the call channel. w Push [MW(S.MW)] momentarily. • “M” indicator and “– –” indication blink. MR/CALL MW [Y]/[Z] e Rotate the tuning dial to select the target memory channel. • “C” blinks when the call channel is selected.
6 MEMORY OPERATION ■ Memory clearing Contents of programmed memories can be cleared (blanked), if desired. q Push [V/MHz(SCAN)] to select VFO mode. w Push [MW(S.MW)] momentarily. • “M” indicator and the memory channel number blink. e Rotate the tuning dial to select the memory channel to be cleared. • Memory channels not yet programmed are blank. r Push [MW(S.MW)] briefly, then push [MW(S.MW)] again for 1 sec. • 3 beeps sound, then the frequency is cleared. • “M” indicator blinks continuously.
MEMORY OPERATION 6 ■ Channel names programming Each memory channel and the call channel can be programmed with an alphanumeric channel names for easy recognition and can be indicated channel independent. Names can be a maximum of 6 characters— see the table below for available characters. NOTE: q Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] to select memory mode. w Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired memory channel. e Push [MONI(ANM)] for 1 sec. • 3 beeps sound.
6 MEMORY OPERATION Channel names can also be programmed via the microphone. z Select the memory/call channel to be assigned memory names. ➥ Push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode, then select the desired memory channel via [Y]/[Z] or keypad. • Scan edge channels can also be selected. ➥ Push [MR/CALL] for 1 sec. to select the call channel. x Push [FUNC], then [MONI 1(ANM)] momentarily. c Push [SET B(D-OFF)]. • Frequency readouts disappear. v Push [Y]/[Z] to selected the desired character.
MEMORY OPERATION 6 ■ Memory bank selection Push [BANK(OPT)] to select memory bank mode. q Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] to select memory mode, if desired. w Push [BANK(OPT)] to select memory bank selecting condition. BANK/OPTION • Bank initial blinks e Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired bank. Shows bank initial. • Initials which no contents are progemmed banks are skipped. r Push [BANK(OPT)] to set the bank. • Stop blinking. t Rotate the tuing dial to select the contents in the bank.
6 MEMORY OPERATION ■ Memory bank setting q Push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode, then select the desired memory channel via the tuning dial. w Push [BANK(OPT)]. BANK/OPTION • “M” and “– –” indication blink as follow. z Push [MR/CALL] then select the desired memory channel via [Y]/[Z] or keypad. x Push [BANK/OPTION]. • “– –” indication blinks. MW c Push [BANK/OPTION] again to set the channel to bank setting stand-by condition.
MEMORY OPERATION ■ Transferring bank contnts 6 bank contents. For erasing contents from bank or transferring contents to an another bank, bank contents transfer is available. q Select the desired bank contents to be transferred or erased. ➥ Push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode. ➥ Push [BANK(OPT)] then rotate the tuning dial to select the desired memory bank. BANK/OPTION MW • “M” and bank initial blink. ➥ Push [BANK(OPT)] to select the bank then rotate the tuning dial to select the desired contents.
7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 CALL CHANNEL OPERATION ■ Call channel selection Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] several times to select the call channel. q Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] several times to select the call channel. • “C” appears instead of memory channel number indication. • Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] once or twice to select memory mode, or push [V/MHz(SCAN)] to select VFO mode. w Push [MW(S.MW)] momentarily, then rotate the tuning dial to select the memory channel to transfer the contents to.
CALL CHANNEL OPERATION ■ Programming a call channel In addition to an operating frequency, duplex information, subaudible to information (ton encoder or tone squelch ON/OFF and its frequency) and an alphanumeric channel names can be programmed into the call channel. r Push [MW(S.MW)] for 1 sec. to program. • 3 beeps sound and return to VFO mode automatically. MR/CALL MW q Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [V/MHz(SCAN)] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency using the tuning dial.
8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan types Scanning searches for signals automatically and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. FULL SCAN (p. 00) Band edge Band edge Repeatedly scans all frequencies over the entire band. Used as the simplest scan without any preliminary settings necessary. Scan There are 3 scan types and 5 resume conditions to suit your operating needs. PROGRAMMED SCAN (p.
SCAN OPERATION 8 ■ Scan start/stop D Preparation Scan resume condition (p. 00); program the scan edges (p. 00); program 2 or more memory channels (p. 00); set skip settings, if desired (p. 00) D Operation q Select VFO mode for full/programmed scan with [V/MHz(SCAN)]; or memory mode for memory scan with [M/CALL(PRIO)]. w Set the squelch to the point where noise is just muted. e Push [V/MHz(SCAN)] for 1 sec. to start the scan. • To change the scanning direction, rotate the tuning dial.
8 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan edges programming Scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edges, 1A/1b to 3A/3b, in memory channels. r Push [MW(S.MW)] for 1 sec. to program. q Set the edge frequency of the desired frequency range in VFO mode: ➥ Set the frequency using the tuning dial. ➥ Set other data (e.g. repeater settings, etc.) if desired. w Push [MW(S.MW)] momentarily.
SCAN OPERATION 8 ■ Scan edges programming via microphone MW z Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency via the keypad or [Y]/[Z]. x Push [FUNC] then [CLR A(MW)] momentarily. c Push [Y] or [Z] to select scan edge channels, 1A, 2A or 3A. v Push [FUNC], then push [CLR A(MW)] for 1 sec. to program. b To program a frequency for the other scan edge channel, repeat steps z to v. • 3 beeps may sound and the VFO contents are programmed.
8 SCAN OPERATION ■ Skip channel setting USING SET MODE The memory skip function speeds up scanning by checking only those memory channels not set as skip channels. Set skip channels as follows. The display shows that memory channel 1 is set as a skip channel. SET B z Select a memory channel. ➥ Select memory mode by pushing [MR/CALL]. ➥ Push [Y] or [Z] to select the desired channel to be a skip channel. x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode.
SCAN OPERATION 8 ■ Scan resume condition USING SET MODE The scan resume condition can be selected as timer, pause or empty pause scan. The empty pause scan is useful for finding unused channels. The selected resume condition is also used for priority watch. (p. 00) The display shows that the scan will resume 15 sec. after it stops. z Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode. SET x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] or [ENT C(T-OFF)] several B times until “SCT” or “SCP” appears as shown at left.
9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 43 PRIORITY WATCH ■ Priority watch types Priority watch checks for signals on a call channel every 5 sec. while operating on a memory channel. The transceiver has 2 priority watch types to suit your needs. You can transmit on the memory channel while the priority watch operates. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition. See previous page for details.
PRIORITY WATCH 9 ■ Priority watch operation q Select memory mode; then, set an operating frequency. w Set the watching channel(s). For memory channel watch: Select the desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: Select memory mode; then, push [V/MHz(SCAN)] for 1 sec. to start memory scan. For call channel watch: Select the call channel by pushing [M/CALL(PRIO)] once or twice. e Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] for 1 sec. to start the watch. • The transceiver checks the memory or call channel every 5 sec.
10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 45 DTMF MEMORY ENCODER ■ Programming a DTMF code DTMF codes are used for autopatching, controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 10 DTMF memory channels (d0–d9) for storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 24 digits. DTMF z Push [FUNC] then [LOW 6(DTCS)] to turn the DTMF encoder ON. • “d” appears in place of the 100 MHz digit. x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter the DTMF memory programming condition.
DTMF MEMORY ENCODER 10 ■ Transmitting a DTMF code D Automatic transmission (DTMF memory) DTMF z Push [FUNC] then [LOW 6(DTMF)] to turn the DTMF encoder ON. • “d” appears in place of the 100 MHz digit. x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter the DTMF memory programming condition. c Push [Y] or [Z] to select the desired channel. v Push [PTT] to transmit the selected memory. • Exit the programming condition automatically. • Each push of [PTT] transmits the DTMF code.
10 DTMF MEMORY ENCODER ■ DTMF speed USING INITIAL SET MODE The rate at which DTMF memories send individual DTMF characters can be set to accommodate operating needs. The display shows the fastest DTMF speed is selected. q Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF. w While pushing [SET(LOCK)], push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON and enter initial set mode. e Push [SET(LOCK)] or [MW(S.MW)] several times to select the “DTD” display as shown above.
POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH ■ Pocket beep operation This function uses subaudible tones for calling and can be used as a “common pager” to inform you that someone has called while you were away from the transceiver. D Waiting for a call from a specific station q Set the operating frequency. w Push [SET(LOCK)] to enter set mode. e Push [SET(LOCK)] or [MW(S.MW)] several times until “Ct” for tone squelch or “dt” for DTCS squelch appears. 11 tion. z Set the operating frequency.
11 POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH q Set the operating frequency. w Program the CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS code in set mode. • See p. 18 for programming details. e Push [TONE(T-SCAN)] several times. “T SQL” appears in the function display. r When a signal with the matched tone is received, the squelch opens and the signal can be heard. • When the received signal includes an unmatched tone, the squelch does not open. However, the S/RF indicator shows the received signal strength.
A-6115D-1EX Printed in Japan © 2001 Icom Inc.
