o (610} INSTRUCTION MANUAL 144 MHz FM TRANSCEIVERS el et Rt “This device complies with Part 150f the FCC rules Operation is'sutBt to the Glowing two conditions: (1) TS device may not saute thalami interference; and {2) this device must accept any interference. received; including interference that may cause undesired operation. Pilcomayo Inc.
IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-T2A and IC-T2E. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS The explicit define below apply to this instruction manual Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shod may recur. Equipment damage may ‘occur, 1f disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
UNPACKING DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transgressors included with the transceiver: mit. @ Antenna DO NOT allow children to play with any radio equipment © Belt clip . containing a transmitter. @ Battery case (BP-194) attached to the transceiver with 8 Ni-Cd (AA) batteries” installed .. @ Wall charger” .. *Not supplied with some versions. DO NOT operate the transceiver near shielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT = EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .. A CAUTIONS i UNPACKING .. TABLE OF CON 1. PANEL DESCRIPTION H Switches. controls, keys and connectors .. W Function display e 2 BATTERY PACKS AND ACCESSORIES 8 Battery pack charging . M Charging precautions . W About battery packs . M Charging connections R installing batteries in the battery case .. B Accessory attachment 3 BASIC OPERATION M Power ON M Gilder function .. B Notes forest mode . M Sating a frequency .. 8 Setting tuning steps .
) PANEL DESCRIPTION | IR M Switches, controls, keys and connectors © PTT SWITCH [PTT] @ POWER/VOLUME CONTROL [PROVOLONE] A 0 © EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS Excess =0 {SPIC] ANTENNA CONNECTOR Tom 2S5 ~33323220 © EXTERNAL DC POWER JACK [CHARGE] @ TX INDICATOR [TX] :égzéggga ¥ e © UP/DOWN SWITCHES [ARTY] ; © MONITOR SWITCH [ demonic] i © DIAL SELECT SWITCH =0 @ CUSTOMIZATION KEYS ] @ GUIDE KEY T ® DIGIT KEYS & MHz KEY
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION O PTT SWITCHER] (p. 13) Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. ® POWER/VOLUME CONTROL [PROVOLONE] w Rotate fo furn prows ON and OFF w Rotate clockwise 1o increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume. © EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS [spic] Connect an optional speaker-microphone or headset, if desired. The internal microphone and speaker will not function when either is connected. (See p. 37 for options.
© DIAL SELECT SWITCH 12) Push this switch one or more times to select the dial select step for frequency tuning. { CUSTOMIZATION KEYS (p.29) These keys can be assigned a variety of functions (see p. 29 for a list of available functions).
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION B Function display @ MEMORY MODE INDICATOR (p. 12) Appears while in memory mode. © LOCK INDICATOR (p. 12) Appears while the lock function is activated. © DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 14) Appear during semi-duplex operation, + .. DUP” appears for minus duplex; *‘DUP” only appears for plus duplex: O TONE INDICATORS “T” appears when the sub audible tone encoder use, “T SOL (1)) ” appears during pocket beep operation {p. 25) and “T SOL" appears when the tone squelch function (p. 24) Is activated.
w In channel indication mode, indicates the selected channel. set mode, initial set mode, indicates the scaled item, condition, etc. : © BUSY AND S/RF INDICATORS [p. 13) w "BUSY® appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch is open = The S/RF indicators show the relative signal strength while receiving and the output power when transmitting (2 segments appear for low power and all segments appear for high power). © LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 13) Appears when low output power is set. @ SKIP INDICATOR (p.
2 W Battery pack charging The supplied BP-194 servery case includes rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries™ and can be charged approx. 300 times, Charge the batteries before first operating the transceiver or when they becomes exhausted. If you want to be able to charge the batteries more than 300 times, the following points should be observed: 1. Avoid overcharging. The charging period should be less than 48 hours. 2. Uss the battered until they become alms! completely exhausted under normal conditions.
HM Charging connections ¢ Regular charging When charging a battery case (pack) attached to the transceiver the power must be OFF. IC-T2A/E with attached battery case ozl {optional} OP C-254L {optional) Towboat w16 VDG power source Charging periods: 15 hours 20 hours *Not supplied with some versions. BATTERY PACKS AND ACCESSORIES 2 ¢ Rapid charging with the BC-119 The optional BC-119 provides rapid charging of optional Ni Cd battery packs (power to the transceiver must be OFF during charging).
o 2 BATTERY PACKS AND ACCESSORIES H Installing batteries in the battery case When using a battery case attached to the transceiver, install 8 AA(R®) size Ni-Cd or alkaline batteries as illustrated below. @ Remove the battery case from the {transceiver. @ Install 8 x R6(AA) size Ni-Cd or alkaline batteries. » Be sure to observe the correct polarity. ® NEVER connect DC power 1¢ the transceiver when installing dry cell or alkaline batteries. Such a connection will damage the transceiver.
B Accessory attachment BATTERY PACKS AND ACCESSORIES 2 < Antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector and rotate the antenna clockwise. ? CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may % damage the transceiver. ¥ pYaYofesetuto Osages oo@ 0T worsts Earl Potherbs mae ST wanes Sore Sues i ¢ Belt clip To attach: Slide the belt lip into the plastic loop on the back of the battery case/pack.
10 3 BASIC OPERATION B Power ON Rotate [PROVOLONE] clockwise to turn power ON. © Toggling frequency/channel “POWER ON indication mode Saccharine indication mode is used to simplify operation. In this made only per-programmed memory channel numbers are displayed and functions are limited [rowlock, [PT, [ € (MONDAY, [# (HA)] and [ (SCAN)] are functional).
H Setting a frequency < Via the keypad @ Push [# to select VFO mode, if necessary. @ Push 6 digit keys, startingfromthe 100 MHz digit, to input a frequency. « Push the key first to start input from the 100 kHz digit, it desired.
12 3 BASIC OPERATION B Dial select function Use the dial select function to adjust the tuning behavior or the keys—use 1 MHz tuning when you want to change the frequency in large increments; use the selected tuning step when you want to change the frequency in smaller increments, (D Push [ (EDSEL) one or more times 10 select the desired (M| Y] key form's; g tuning increment. »1 MHz tuning, 100 KHz tuning or reg-'* 1 MHz tuning selected ulnar tuning steps tuning can ba selected (see diagrams at right).
M Receive and transmit @ Rotate [PWR/NOL] clockwise to turn power ON. @ Adjust volume to the desired level. * While pushing | € (MONOTONY. rotate [COLL @ Set a frequency. ‘When a signal is received: = Squelch opens and audio'is emitted from the speaker. w ‘BUSY" appears and the S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength. @ Push [« (HL)] to toggle output power between high and low: +*LOW” appears when low output power is selected. © Pus hand hold [PTT] 1o transmit; then speak into the mic.
14 4 B General When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by the offset frequency. It is convenient to program repeater information into memory channels 17 @ Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). @ Push one or more times to select— DUP or DUP. + 5 DUP” indicates the transmit frequency is shifted down; "DUP" indicates the transmit frequency is shifted up.
N Sub audible tones Some repeaters require sub audible tones to be accessed. Sub audible tones are superimposed over your normal signal and must be set in advance. sums SET MODE @ Push [# for 1 sec. to enter set mode. @ Push one or more times until “RP” appears. i oo @ Push to select the desired | "' HRS sub audible tone. Sub audible tone of @ Push [« to enter the selected 33,5afiz‘ tone and exit set mode. When set mode js selected from memory mode: & Push [# (SmwW)l. ® Push [« @ Push for 1 sec.
REPEATER OPERATION M Auto repeater e INITIAL SET MODE Operation (U.S.A version only) The U.S.A. version automatically activates the repeater settings (duplex, ON/OFF duplex direction, tone encoder ON/CFF) when the operating frequency falls within or outside of the general repeater output frequency range. The offset and repeater tone frequencies are not changed by the auto repeater function, reset these frequencies, if necessary. O While pushing {8] + [0}, turn power ON to enter initial set mode.
. MEMORY/CALL PROGRAMMING D I H General B Programming a memory The transceiver has 40 memory channels {plus 1 pair of scan Chan nel edge channels and 1 call channel) for storage of often-used ©Push to select VFO frequencies. In addition, the U.S.A. version has 10 marine de. it Dior xl weather channels (however, these are not programmable). come, 1 necessary Lott ot & Push 6 digit keys to enter the desired frequency. <& Memorialize chinned contents ‘ @ Bush [ (TONE}], ete.
5 MEMORY/CALL PROGRAMMING B Programming the e SET MODE call channel @ Push [# (CALL)] to select call channel mode. «*C” appears. @ Push for 1 sec. to enter set mode. @ Push one or more times until ‘FR” appears. @ Pugh 6 digit keys to input the desired frequency, b Ebg ® 1§ desired, push again, then : push to select another item (e.g. tone setting) and condition. ® Repeat step ® until all desired inP T formation is programmed into the call channel. T @ Push [ % (CALL] to exit call channel set mode.
H Memory editing Memory (call) channel contents can be moved to VFQ or to another memory. © Memory/call > VFO @ Select the memory (call) channel to be transferred: w Push [« (CALL)]) to select memory (call) mode, w Push AVILA] to select the memory (call) channel. @ Push for 1 sec. to transfer the VFO contents to the selected memory. * VEQ mode is selected. ¢ Memory/call = memory/call D select the memory (call) channel to be transferred; w Push [w vl (W APICALLY) to select memory (call) mode.
20 6 M Programming a MDT code The transceiver has 5 DIME memory channels (d1 to d5) for storage of often-used DIME daces digits. MDT MEMORY @ Push to enter DEFEAT memory made. «One of "d17 1o "d5” appears. @ Push [AV[Y] to select the desired channel. @ Push [« (BEDTIME] tor 1 sec, to enter DIME programming mode. W * appears. »Programmed memories can: be cleared in this way. @ Push digit keys to enter the desired MDT code. © A maximum of 32 digits can be input.
B MDT o INITIAL SET MODE transmission speed When slow MDT transmission speeds are required {as for some repeaters), the transceiver’s rate of MDT transmission can be adjusted. @ While pushing [8] + [0], turn power ON to enter initial set mode. . @ Push one or more times until “dt” appears. i (I © Push to select the desired di 1R DEFAME transmission speed. Fastest « Four speeds are available: 1007 (100 meg. intervals) is the fastest: “500° (500 sec. interim 5 i veils) is the slowest.
R 7 B Scan types SCAN OPERATION PROGRAMMED SCAN Band Scan edges Band edge PA Fb edge Sean Jump .Eat MEMORY (SKIP) SCAN < Scan resume condition When a signal is received during scanning, the scan resume condition determines what action the transceiver takes. The MAJESTIC has 2 scan resume conditions available as illustrated at right. Use initial set made to select the one which best suits your needs. yen INITIAL SET MODE Receiving assign O While pushing [8] + [0}, turn power ON to enter initial set mode.
M Programmed scan Programmed scan repeatedly scans between two user-programmed frequencies (memory channels "PA” and This scan is useful for checking for frequencies within a specific range such as repeater output frequencies, efc. @ Push [# 1o select VFO mode, if necessary. @ Push [% (SCAN)] to start the scan. « To change the scan direction, push [A] or @ Push [ (SCAN)] again to stop the scan.
E 8 SUB AUDIBLE TONE OPERATION B Tone squelch © Operation The phone squelch opens only when receiving a signal containing a marching sub audible tone. You can silently wait for calls from group members using the same tone. @ Sat the operating frequency. @ Bet the desired sub audible tone in set mode. * Sea right for programming. @ Push [w(TONE}] one or more times until “SQL” appears. @ When the received signal includes a marching tone, squelch opens and the signal can be heard.
B Tone scan The transceiver can detect the sub audible tone frequency ina received signal. By monitoring a signal, such as that being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone frequency required to access the repeater. @ Set the desired frequency or memory channel to be checked for a lone frequency. @ Push [# (T SCAN)] for 1 sec. to start the tame scan. » Push LA} to change the scan direction.
= O OTHER FUNCTIONS M Initial set mode _“POWER ON. Initial set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to sel seldom-changed settings. In this way you can "customize” transceiver operations to suit your preferences and operating style. < Entering initial set mode @ While pushing [8] + [0], rotate [PWR] to turn power ON. « The transceiver enters initial set mode and 'mS Si Mp” or 'mS noRm® (see right) is displayed.
Auto power OFF This item allows you to set a time at which the transceiver will automatically turn OFF The power OFF time can be set min.
28 9 OTHER FUNCTIONS © DIME speed (seep. 21} © Function display contrast This item sets the function display contrast to one of two is low contrast and 2" Is high contrast. © Scan resume condition (seep.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 9 B Key customize mode -overcrowd [ ASSIGNABLE The functions of the and D keys on NULL i the 1C-T2A/E can be customized to slut your aerating needs. Back light While pushing + [0], turn power Power output Hilda i =T O? Utg i:::nzer key customize mode, I Li' % Scan start/stop appears.
30 9 OTHER FUNCTIONS M Resetting the CPU = frowziness Reset the CPU before operating the transceiver for the first time, or when the internal CPU malfunctions. we While pushing [A] + [C] tuns power ON 1o reset the transceiver. «“CLEAR’ appears briefly to indicate the CPU has beer reset. CAUTION: Besetting the CPU returns all pro rammed contents to their default settings. N B ANI mode ON ANI {Automatic Number Identification) mode can only be turned ON using the optional CS-T CLONING SOFTWARE.
M General The ANI (Automatic Number Identification) function is a method of selective calling which features an answer back function. This allows you to confirm whether or not a call has reached the receiving party even if the operator is temporarily away from the transceiver.
10 NONCOOPERATION B Operation © Calling a specific station @ Turn power ON and set the [VOL] control to the 10 or 12 o'clock position. @ Push the keys 1o set the desired channel. ey appears when the ANI function has been programmed vna cloning. ® Push [PTT] once to connect to the selected station or enter a 3-digit AN code, if required (in this case it is not necessary to push is automatic after entry of the 3rd digit), ¢ The transceiver transmits the per-programmad selective code.
© Calling group stations @ Turn power ON, then select the desired group channel. ® Enter the 3-digit AN code including the group code 'D— the transceiver calls the desired station automatically. « The transceiver transmits the per-programmed selective code. » When entering 2 3-digit cods, the transceiver automatically transmits the group code after the 3rd digit fs entered, « When making group calls the transceiver does not ring and no answer back connection code is received.
}=1 1 cloning Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the programmed contents from one transceiver to another transceiver: or, data from transceiver using the optional C5-T2 cloning software. < Transceiver-to-transceiver cloning ® Connect the OP-474 cloning CABLE With adapter plugs to the [SP] jack of the master and slave transceivers. « The master transceiver is used to send data fo the slave transceiver.
. TROUBLESHOOTING 12 IR If your transceiver seems 1o be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it 1o a service center, wore comes on. +The battery is exhausted. » Charge the battery pack or place new dry cell bat| pgs. 7, (A slight current flows in the circuits even when| reties in the battery case. 8 the power is OFF) {Remove the battery pack if you will not be using the transceiver for a long time.} Transmitting is impossible. |» The battery is exhausted.
36 = 13 Specification S B Specifications GENERAL * Frequency coverage *Guaranteed mange 144-148-Y » Operating mode 1F2/F3 * Frequency stability * Antenna impedance £ 210 ppmi{0°C 32°F 10 4122°F) 500 (nominal) * Power supply. £9.6 V. DG (Nice x 8; negative ground) * Current drain (at 9.6 Vi typ) TX (At 4.
& Battery pack ST o LINAGE Ind e | Battery case for BB(AA}x 8 alkaline or cells 45W 35he”? 98V 700mAh | 4BW 35hr g6V 1050 mAh 45 W 35hr *1 Operating periods are calculated under the following conditions: 2 When Ni-Cd batteries are installed. © Chargers and cables WALL CHARGER Regularly charge battery packs attached to the transceiver in 1510 20 hrs. BC-119 DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-81 BATTERY PACK ADAPTER Rapidly charge battery backs In 110 1.5 hrs. depending on the battery pack.
= 15 MODE ARRANGEMENT VFO MODE o LT OMAR {manically] i Jig's} Levi mi e CALL MODE at right). T MEMORY MODE CHANNEL INDICATION MODE e e Llf‘t‘uv i {9 for 1 sec. (% # (CALL)] momentarily NOTE: w indicates one of the customization keys {see page DIME MEMORY MODE Soe p. 20 for details [w(DTME)] (Transmit DIME code.) AT POWER ON See p. 10 for details ANl MODE VIA CLONING > rhenium Refer to the CS.T2 Lt Ls cloning software read me fail for details. See p. 31 for details 38 " Tuning step (p.
Los ] MIC simple mode (p. 28) renter ((CF ) + (0 at power ON @ Push aka to assigned function is displayed. @ Push the [Alva] keys to select the desired function. (See p. 29 for a list ‘of available functions.) @ Push the selected key for 1 sec. 1o program the function, TO ENTER + at power ON Auto power OFF (p. 27) KEY CUSTOMIZE MODE MODE ARRANGEMENT 15 Power OFF then ON TO EXIT [ssqgflm Revel/ ‘ [Sé:é; ;gmwfim LCD back light (p. 27) INITIAL SET MODE Power OFF then ON TO EXIT Beep phones (p.
