IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This instruction manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the The use of non-com battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty. OPERATING NOTES BE CAREFUL! when transmitting for 4 long tire with high output power, the rear panel may become hot, If continual, the thermal protection circuit will decrease power.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT FOREWORD . CAUTIONS OPERATING NOTES TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING vl 1. BASIC OPERATION i1=4 . PANEL DESCRIPTION 5~ 10 . CHARGING A BATTERY PACK .. . ACCESSORY INFORMATION . SETTING A FREQUENCY . REPEATER OPERATION .. . MODE ARRANGEMENT . CALL CHANNEL 9. MEMORY OPERATION . 10. SCAN OPERATION 11. PRIORITY WATCH 12, MDT MEMORY OPERATION . 13, BEEP AND POWER SAVER 14. CLOCK AND TIMER OPERATION 3539 15. RIT AND VXO OPERATION 16. PAGER AND CODE SQUELCH 17. POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH .
1 BASIC OPERATION 1] Before operation The function depends on the following procedures: Some keys on the front panel have 3 or 4 different functions. Digits Activated for frequency setting after (1~0) pushing G ENTENTE: Functions written gray Activated by simply pushing the key. Functions written | Activated by pushing the key while pushing blue ing [F} on the side panel. Digits and fetters | Activated for DIME transmission while (1=0and A=D) | [PTT] is being pushed.
3| Reset the transceiver If the display shows erroneous information when first applying power, the transceiver may require CPU resetting. 1) While pushing the [F] {1200] and [ CLR] keys, push [POWER)] for 1 sec. 1o turn power ON. 2) The CPU is reset and the function display shows as follows: * U8 A version 440.00, 1205.00MHz «Other versions 430.00, 1295.00 MHz When the internal CPU backup battery is not charged, Keep the battery pack or battery case attached for at least 2 hotties.
1 BASIC OPERATION 5] Turn power ON Push and hold the [POWER] key for 1 sec. to turn power ON: * A beep sounds at power ON. 6] Set the audio revel‘ 1) Set the 430(440) MHz band audio level: Rotate the 400 SQL] max. counterclockwise; Set 400 ‘[VOLT ‘1o the desired feel. Set 400150l to mute audio-noise while no signals being received. 2) Set the 1200 MHz band audio level; = Rotate 1200 [SQL} max. counterclockwise.
8| When receiving a signal The transceiver can receive a 430(440) MHz and a 1200 MHz band signal simultaneously. . When receiving, the transceiver functions as follows: 1. Emits the received signal(s) from the speaker. 2. Indicates the relative signal strength on'the received band S-indicator on the function display. BASIC OPERATION 1 9] Transmit a signal The transceiver cannot transmit on ‘both. bands: simultaneously.
— BN 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION B Top and side panels — € MAIN DIAL [DIAL] Sets an operating frequency, a memory.channel, contents in BET mode, etc. © 1200 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] (p. 3) Adjusts the 1200 MHz band audio level. © 1200 SQUELCH CONTROL [SOL] (p. 3) Varies the squelch threshold point: for 1200 MHz band noise mute. @ 400 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] (p. 3) Adjusts the 430(440) MHz band audio: level.
© 400 SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL] (p. 3) Varies the squelch threshold point for 430(440) MHz band noise mute. © ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 2) Connects: the: supplied flexible antenna. © FUNCTION SWITCH [F] (pgs. 7. 8) While pushing [F], all switches are set for secondary fun: son use. (Functions written in ‘blue: are secondary functions.) + In VEO made, the dial select function is activated.
i 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION B Front panel OO @Q%$a O@ LR BEER GRIDLOCK: TENTERHOOK: 5 @O ® DEWY M DOGE AM CAR PRI PAEAN TB CAN idiotic KEY FUNCTION WHILE PUSHING [F] rry Selects the 430(440) MHz band as the | Activates the transceiver for the 430(440) MAIN braid. || ‘MHz band only. (p.18) Hon 1200, Selects the 1200 MHz band as the MAIN | Activates the transceiver for the 1200 MHz band.: {8} | -band only. p.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 KEY FUNCTION WHILE PUSHING [F] OTHER FUNCTION i Writes the VFO contents into the memory selectman VFO or MEMORY mode. nel or call channel when pushed and held: {pgs. primary function. No ‘secondary function. Man Turns ON the display lighting for & sec. Turing ON the display lighting continuously. (p.34) p-34) Erratum : Transfers the contents in the selected memory Call up he call charmer. (. 23) or call channel into the VFO. {pgs. 23, 26) meets ) Selects the tuning spat.
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION . F n fion dis la €@ MAIN BAND INDICATORS {p. 3) unc p y ALY appears above the band, either the 430(440) MHz or 1200 MHz band, selected as the main band to be controlled. © TIMER INDICATOR Appears when the power-off timer i5:in use: 2y © 430(440) MHz BAND FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the 430(440) MHz band frequency, SET mode contents or time. * The decimal point of the frequency flashes while scanning: MDRRRCRRRDME LGH SURRROREROMm~BUP,T50L G u Outskirt PTT LOCK INDICATOR (p.
€) 1200 MHz BAND FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the 1200 MHz band frequency, SET mode contents or time. » The decimal point of the frequency flashes while scanning. @ S/RF INDICATORS (pgs. 4, 18) Shaw the relative signal strength in receiving; show the selected output power in transmitting. @ MEMORY CHANNEL READOUTS (pgs. 24~26) Show the selected memory channel number. o T appears when MEMORY. mode is selected. » o U appears when the selected memory channel is set as a skip channel. @ TONE INDICATORS (pgs.
| MM 3 CHARGING A BATTERY PACK » Using supplied wall charger Connect the supplied wall charger to the [DC12.8V] jack. NEVER charge dry cell batteries via the BP-90 BATTERY CASE. {DCi2.5v] Supplied wall MNEMONIC charger BP-81 -~ BP-84 or BP-90 with Ni Cd batteries Charging time: 15 hrs. (approx.) Using an optional BC-72 Insert the battery pack into the char: ing slot of the BC-72. BP:90 ‘BATTERY CASE cannot be charged using the BC-72 even when Nice batteries are installed.
CHARGING A BATTERY PACK 3 * Charging without the transceiver To charge the battery pack separately from the transceiver, AD-20 is available from com. NEVER charge dry cell batteries via the BP-80 BATTERY. CASE; AD-20 {optional) The same chargers as described in e “Optional f i chargers and cables’’ cdn be used: The BP-85 cannot be charged via an optional AD-20: Charging time: 15 hrs. (approx.) ¢ Charging notes *NEVER attempt to charge dry cell batteries with the BP-90.
| 1= 4 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT * Battery pack removal Push the battery pack release button Upwards, then slide the battery pack to the right with the transceiver facing you. To attach the battery pack, insert it until hearing a click: » Battery case Some versions come with' the BP-90 BATTERY CASE instead of a battery pack. Instability dry cell or Ni Cd batteries, open the battery case as shown in the dia gram below, 1. Pushiness bottom part of the battery case {0 open it 2. Install six AA [R6) type batteries.
ACCESSORY INFORMATION 4 = Hand strap The hand strap is convenient for carrying the transceiver. Attach the hand strap as shown in the diagram below. 1. insert the hand strap using-a pointed instrument such-as a mechanical pencil; 2. Deputation of the: hand strap 3. Pauli the handspring to tighten the knot. * Operating with an optional cable The transceiver can operate with an external DC power source through the [DC12.5V] jack. NEVER attach the BP:90 with dry cell batteries while using external DC power.
= 5 SETTING A FREQUENCY B Pr-operation note VFO MODE When the transceiver is not in VFO mode, frequency setting i5 impossible. | Push [(D VML or [@ CALL} o select VFO mode. * Mode information is described on p. 21: CALL CHANNEL e m YEO MODE o 4'395 Worn P50 Frequency canola be set: ! s T Frequency can be sel. Lt ey saturate Depending on the previous mage. . MEMORY MODE LOCK FUNCTION When the lock function is activated, the main dial and keyboard will not function.
B Using numeral keys 1) Push [400] or [1200] 1o select the desired band. 2) Push [@ ENT] to activate the keyboard for numeral input. SETTING A FREQUENCY 5 3) Push 4 or 5 appropriate digit keys o input a frequency. * When a wrong digit is input, push [® CLR] to clear the input; then start again from step and 77 are acceptable for the 1 kHz digits (depending on the 10 kHz digit) {EXAMPLE] Set the frequency to 436520 MHz.
17 5 SETTING A FREQUENCY B Setting a tuning step The main dial or the AV keys change the frequency in step increments. Different tuning steps can be specified for the 430(440) MHz and 1200 MHz band. B Setting a dial select step In VFQ mode, while pushing the [F] key, the main dial changes the frequency in 100 Hz or'1 MHz increments or changes the memory channel according to the select step increment. LELIA E T 5 The: display shows the 25 KHZ.
B One band indication When using the ICX2A/E as a single band transceiver, one band indication can be performed. | At this time, the internal circuits of the unused band are also deactivated. 1200 W85.00 1) While pushing [F]. push [400] of [1200] to hide the display of the unused band. 2) Push [400] or [1200] to cancel One band indication conserves battery power. SETTING A FREQUENCY 5 B PTT lock function The PTT lock function electronically locks the PTT switch 1o prevent accidental transmission.
i i= © REPEATER OPERATION B General description B Tone information Repeater amplifies the received signal and transmits it with SUB AUDIBLE TONE ENCODER a different frequency. When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is therefore, shifted from the receive frequency by the offset frequency. versions require an optional UT-63) 1} Push SQL] to turn ON the sub audible tone encoder. 1) Push [400] or [1200] to select the desired operating band.
B Offset frequency The offset frequency can be separately set on the 430(440) MHz and 1200 MHz bands. unis SET MODE REPEATER OPERATION 6 B Sub audible tone . 557 vote frequency The sub audible tone frequency can be set separately on the 430(440) MHz and 1200 MH> bands. The display saws the: offset frequency for 5 Mtz infinite AB0{440% MHz band. The display shows the 88 5 Hy subaqua cobblestone frequency in the 430(440). MHz hand. 1) or [1200] 1o select the desired band. 2) Push [(1) VIM] to enter VFO mode.
I I= 7/ MODE ARRANGEMENT B Mode types The transceiver has 5 different modes and call channels for versatile, multi-function operations. VEO MODE (p. 15) YNO.0G (2595.00 Used ‘for normal operations over ‘the entire 430(440) MHz and 1200 MHz bands. CLOCK MODE (p. 35) Used for setting the clock time, power-on time, and auto-off time. MEMORY MODE (p. 24) MO8 105500 Y ot o Used for operating the transceiver using memory channel contents. Each band has 30 memory channels.
B Mode arrangement chart MODE ARRANGEMENT 7 Although the following chart refers almost to the 430440y MHz band, the transceiver has the same modes in the 1200 MHz band. 440,08 129550 o Y S MEMORY MODE VEO MODE 285.08 a 30 Wl_ ) SET @ SLACKWARE: 44700 1295.00 &. CALL CHANNEL =8/ -~ MDT MEMORY MODE \\ CLOCK MODE ——runny 2345 125500 ™ 3 oy 500 29500 Available iri the 430(440) MHz band only. Clock: setting cannot: be performed in the 1200 :MHz band. SET MODE .
= 8 CALL CHANNEL B Calling up the call channel A one-touch access call channel is provided on each band and is separate from the memory channels. Use the call channel for your most-often-used frequency. B Programming a call channel Call channels can be programmed with not only an opera: ing frequency but also a duplex information and independent . offset frequency. same Y anon. QF* wma Y9300 129700 | . dope 109500 Y4900 129502 | _ swoon Push [400] or [1200] to select the desired band.
B Selecting a memory channel THe transceiver has 30 memory channels on each band for storage of often-used frequencies. When first applying power or after resenting, memory channels 11<30 are masked. When the dial select step is set as the memory channel, memory channels can lase be selected in VFO mode. See p. 17 for setting the dial select step for memory channel changing. MEMORY OPERATION O NN 13 Push [ VIM] to select MEMORY. mode. 2) Rotate the main dial to select the desired memory channel.
. 9 MEMORY OPERATION B Programming a memory channel 1) Elect the memory channel to be programmed: = Push [400] or [1200] 1o select the desired band. = Push [T} VIM] to select MEMORY node. | (M’ appears). Rotate the main dial to select the desired memory channel: To select blank channels; rotate the main dial while pushing [FL. 2) Set the desired frequency in VEO mode: Push D) VIM] to select VFO mode. -:Set the desired frequency to be programmed-into the memory channel.
B Transferring memory contents The function copies and transfers the displayed memory contents into the VFO. This function is useful for searching for signals around the memorized frequency. MEMORY OPERATION 9 B Masking memory contents Unwanted memory: channels can be masked (hidden). A tasked memory channel cannot be selected for normal use. The contents of the masked memory. however, can be recalled by the following procedure. SALLY: = o Y550 292 | Y4565 179020 Com el L .
10 SCAN OPERATION W Scan types Each band has 4 'scan types and 2 resume conditions are available to suit your needs. | Scans on both bands can' be operated separately or simultaneously. * Full scan Bang. Hand edge dge Scan NG £ g Repeatedly scans all frequencies over the entire selected band: *The frequency kip function car be used. s Programmed scan Sean i ‘\ ” Repeatedly scans between two user-programmed frequencies. * See p. 29 for scan edge programming. The frequency skip function can be used.
B Scan operation SCAN OPERATION 10 Read the following table horizontally for each type of scan; procedures in (1), @, and (6 apply to all scan types. channel “as the skip channel {p.31) SCAN TYPE! (1) PER-OPERATION 1 (1) PER-OPERATION 2 (3 SCAN START & SCAN RESUME CONDITION (B) SCAN STOP Push and hold FULL Push [DIM] to | [SCAN] -~ or SCAN defect VEO mode. [VI SCAN] Hor 1 S0, 1) Program the scan PRO) ‘Push [400] or [1200] edge frequencies. 2 : « Scan resumes 5 sec.
10 SCAN OPERATION B Programmed scan edges Programmed scan edges can be programmed in the same way as memory writing.. Memory channels 'PA” and "'PB” are available for programmed scan edge programming. 1) Push [400] or [1200] to select the desired band. 2) Select the scan edge memory channel "PA” or “PB™: Push (D VML to select MEMORY mode. (‘M appears). +Rotate the main dial 1o select: the: memory channel 'PA” or 3) Set the desired edge frequency in VFO mode: Push [(D) VIM] to select VFO mode.
B Frequency skip function * Programming a skip frequency Frequencies can be skipped when the programmed scan or the full scan is in the pause condition. Memory channels 30~ 11 are used for programming skip frequencies in sequence. SCAN OPERATION 10 * Frequency skip function 5w SET MODE ON/OFF 4395 129725 When: scan pauses; Appears: at the moment of programming. FH0AE | | ofF 29920 Skip function: OFF. Kip: function ON 1) Turn ON the frequency skip function.
10 SCAN OPERATION M Skip channel setting Memory channels can be specified to be skipped for memory skip scan.. These skip channels are also skipped during priority watch (memory scan walk) and the frequencies of the channels are skipped during full or programmed scan. B Scan resume use SET MODE condition The resume condition can be selected as a pause or timer scan. The resume condition is not only used for scan but also for priority watch. R ey 495,38 129920 | . |146.38 129720 ERE Y638 k-5 .
M Priority watch types * Memory channel watch VEG Regency Memory. channel While operating in'a VFO frequency, priority watch checks the selected memory channel every 5 sec. ‘ » When the selected memory channel is masked {hidden), the watch does not start. ¢ Memory scan watch While ‘using & VFO frequency, priority watch checks each memory channel In sequence. « The memory skip cancan be used: for shorter scanning intervals: :Seep. 31 for memory skip scan details.
= 12 MDT MEMORY OPERATION M Programming a MDT code The'transceiver has 4 DEFEAT memory channels for storage of often-used . DIM codes digits. Only the 430(440) MHz band can be used for programming. 1) Push [400] to select the 430(440) MHz Band. 2} While pushing [F]. push [DTME/DTMFE M to enter DIME MEMORY mode. 3) Rotate the main dial to select the desired MDT memory channel: 4) While pushing [F], push [(8) SET] to 'set the transceiver in the MDT programming condition.
BEEP AND POWER SAVER 13 Il M Beep tone Thé transceiver smile a beep tone each time a switch is pushed. For silent operation, the beep tone can be turned OFF| OPERATION While pushing [F]. push [k BEEP] 1o turn OFF arid ON the beep. NOTE Even if the beep is OFF, the transceiver emits a beep tone for the pager function and an optional” pocket beep function, *Builtin to the U.BA version. B Display lighting The display lighting has a & sec. timer for night operation.
B Auto-off function The transceiver automatically turns OFF after a selected period in which no switch is pushed or no signal is received. ¢ Selecting auto-off periods The display shows an autopilot pericardia [otiose ruin: Only from:the 430(440) MHz: band. this display can be accessed. 1) Select the auto-off display: = Push [400] to select the 430(440) MHz band. While pushing [F], push [ CLOCK/ADJ. Continue holding [F| until step 2 is completed.
M Clock operation » Setting time Only the 430(440) MHz band can be used for clock setting. 1) Enter CLOCK mode: 2o Push [400] to:select the 430(440) MH2 band: Push CLOCK] to access CLOCK mode. 2) Set the time: While pushing {F], push [® SET| to set the transceiver in the time-setting condition: Rotate the main dial fo set the hour. " (24-hour system) < Push [AT SCAN] or [V/SCAN], then rotate the main dial o set the minute. When d Wrong time is set, bush [ CERT and begin this crape: rude again.
14 CLOCK AND TIMER OPERATION M Power-on timer Thai transceiver has a power-or timer 10 fit your schedule and conserve battery power. * Setting power-on time | Ha In | c:aa 15000 ¥ uil 4 1) Enter. CLOCK 'mode: < Push [400] 1o select the 430[440) MHz band; + Push CLOCK] to access CLOCK mode. 2) Select the power-on display: = Push [ A/SCAN] to select the display as shown above. 3) Recall the previously set time: = While pushing [F], push [(7) MASK].
39 14 CLOCK AND TIMER OPERATION B Power-off timer The transceiver has a power-off timer separate from the auto off function to turn power OFF at the preset time, ¢ Setting power-off time 1) Enter CLOCK made: ~ Push [400] to select the 430(440) MHz band. Push {(0) CLOCK] to access CLOCK mode. 2) Select the power-off display: Push [V/SCAN] 1o select the display as shown above.
T— RIT AND VXO OPERATION 15 Il M RIT and VXO function To compensate for off frequency of the transmitting station, the has RIT and VXO functions for the 1200 MHz band. The RIT function shifts only the receive frequency and the VX0 function shifts both the receive and transmit frequencies within approx. =5 kHz. Use the VXO function when the transmitting ' station :does not ‘have an RIT, VXO or AFC function. 1) Push [1200] to select the 1200 MHz band. 2) Select the BIT or VXO function as described at right.
I B 16 PAGER AND CODE SQUELCH B General description PAGER FUNCTION (Personal call) " s Pager function Group: 555 The pager function is a selective calling system that allows you to contact a specified station or all stations in your group. To use the pager function in your group, all stations need the pager function. ‘The pager function informs another station with your 1D code which is determine din your group.
M Code programming * Before programming Before operating the pager function, the following are necessary for determining your group. 1D code of each transceiver and the group code in your group.
3 16 PAGER AND CODE SQUELCH B Pager operation Calling a specific station 1) Push [400] of [1200] to select the desired band. * The pager tuition cannot be turned ON simultaneously in the 430{440) MHz and 1200 MHz bands. 2) Push {C PRICE SOL} to turn the pager function ON. «PGR" appears. 3) Select the desired code memory channel 1o be used as 2 transmit code: While pushing {F], push [C)CODE}. Notate the main dial to detect the channel.
PAGER AND CODE SQUELCH 16 W Code squelch operation PERSONAL CALL Her you receive call with ‘your: ID ‘¢ode and received 1D code is “111," the display at right appears. GROUP CALL When you receive a call with ‘the group code of 555" and : you have programmed 555" into code channel C5, the dimply at right appears. o SUCH LELIA ERROR INFORMATION When the transceiver receives an incomplete signal, appears. o ol rang ol rot YARDAGE 05N e0 0 Rena fin Push [400] or [1200] to select the desired band.
. B |1/ POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH B UT-63 installation Thai UT-83 is already installed in the IC-X2A U.S.A. version. For other versions, an optional UT-63 must be purchased separately. 1) Turn power OFF; then remove the battery pack from the transceiver. 2) Unscrew & screws from the rear of the transceiver. 3) Unscrew 1 screw from the top of the transceiver. 4) Remove the rear panel. 5). Pull out the terminal board. UT's 6) Inst ail and plug the UT-63 as shown in the diagrams at right.
B Pocket beep The pocket beep function alerts you for approx. 30 sec. with beep tones and a flashing ! nan ! on the display when you receive a call including the same sub audible tone as that reprogrammed. The: pocket beep cannot be used in combination with the pager or code squelch. 1) Program the sub audible tone frequency in SET mode. *See p. 20 for programming details. 2) Push (B SOL] several times until * 1«y”’ appears on the function display.
Il 18 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE * The squelch of the selected band is open. watch. * Rotate the [SOL] control clockwise: PROBLEM POSSIBLE CASE SOLUTION REF. *No power comes on. * The battery pack is-empty. Charger battery pack ar place new dry cell | pgs. batteries in the battery case. 111 « Poor plug connection of the external DC pow- | :» Check the connector or remove the cable, er cable: * Be ops sound and the power * The battery pack is empty. Detach the battery pack and charge bathe pgs.
mm—— SPECIFICATIONS 10 mmm General » Dimensions and weight (Projections not included): ¥ Frequency coverage Vowel | version FREQUENCY COVERAGE VERSION DIMENSIONS weigh T | BATTERY 430(440) MHz band | 1200 MHz band e Saw) > 1700 USA 440 = 450 MH3 A 24(W) % 67(H) x 1501 | 12k BP X2 | Australia, 1240 = 1300 MHz SON) % 135(H) x 38(DY mm | 406§ Asia 480 5 440 MHz Aurelius SAD « 1SR | 1as on B Roe ICICLE | Europe : B4(W) « 154(H) x 38(D) mm | 465 BR-00 e Tt Asia “ ?E:i < MSG) in ore * Frequency: stability i o L X
