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0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page b IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on channel 16. USING CHANNEL 16 Or, transmit your distress call using digital selective calling on channel 70 (the optional DS-100 must be installed). USING DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (ch 70) (DS-100 DSC CONTROLLER is required) DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE 1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.” 2. “THIS IS ...............” (name of vessel) 3.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page c INSTALLATION NOTES The installation of this equipment should be made in such a manner as to respect the EC recommended electromagnetic field exposure limits (1999/519/EC). The maximum RF power available from this device is 25 watts. The antenna should be installed as high as possible for maximum efficiency and that this installation height should be at least 5 meters above ground (or accessible) level.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page d IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This in- before using the transceiver. struction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M501EURO. CAUTIONS RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 1 OPERATING RULES ◊ PRIORITIES • Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others. • You must monitor channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. • False or fraudulent distress signals are prohibited and punishable by law. ◊ PRIVACY • Information overheard but not intended for you cannot lawfully be used in any way.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 2 03.7.29 15:26 Page 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Panel description !1 VHF MARINE !0 o i iM501EURO Function display 16 WATER RESISTANT Speaker SCAN DUAL POWER HI/LO VOL w q POWER SWITCH [POWER] Push to toggle the transceiver power ON and OFF. DIAL TAG q CALL DIMMER SQL e r t y u r TRANSMIT POWER SWITCH [HI/LO] ➥ Toggles high and low power when pushed. (p. 8) • Some channels are set to low power only. w VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Adjusts the audio level. (p.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION t CHANNEL SELECTOR [CHANNEL] Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the operating channels, set mode contents, etc. (p. 8) y DIMMER SWITCH [DIMMER] Push to select one of 8 backlighting (LCD and switches) levels. u CALL CHANNEL SWITCH [CALL] ➥ Push to select the call channel. (p. 6) ➥ Push for 3 sec. to enter call channel programming condition. (p. 9) ➥ While pushing [HI/LO], enters memory name programming condition. (p. 9) 2 !0 SCAN SWITCH [SCAN/TAG] (p.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 2 03.7.29 15:26 Page 4 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display o q w e r r CHANNEL NAME INDICATOR ➥ Channel comment appears if programmed. (p. 9) ➥ “Low Battery” appears when the battery voltage drops to approx. 10 V DC or below. ➥ “DUAL” appears during dualwatch; “TRI” appears during tri-watch. (p. 11) i BUSY INT 25W CALL TAG SC DUP CALLING u t y q BUSY/TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 8) ➥ “BUSY” appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch opens.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 5 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 ■ Microphone q Speaker Microphone w e q PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. (p. 8) Y]/[Z Z] w CHANNEL UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y Push either switch to change the operating memory channel, set mode contents, etc. (p. 8) e TRANSMIT POWER SWITCH [HI/LO] ➥ Same as the [HI/LO] switch on the front panel. ➥ Toggles the [Y]/[Z] and [HI/LO] switch functions ON and OFF when pushed at power ON.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 3 03.7.29 15:26 Page 6 BASIC OPERATION ■ Channel selection ◊ Channel 16 Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It is used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communications. Channel 16 is monitored during both dualwatch and tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor channel 16. ➥ Push [16] to select channel 16. ➥ Push [DIAL] to return to the condition before selecting channel 16, or rotate [CHANNEL] to select operating channel.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 7 BASIC OPERATION ◊ U.S.A. channels (U.K. version only) For the U.K. versions, there are 61 U.S.A. channels in addition to 56 International channels. 3 HOLLAND 1W DUP INTL q Push [DIAL] to select a regular channel. w To change the channel group, push [DIAL] while pushing [HI/LO]. • International and U.S.A. channels can be selected in sequence. e Rotate the channel selector to select a channel. • Channels are memorized separately for each channel group.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 3 03.7.29 15:26 Page 8 BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. q Push [POWER] to turn power ON. w Set the audio and squelch levels. ➥ Rotate [SQL] fully counterclockwise in advance. ➥ Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio output level. ➥ Rotate [SQL] clockwise until the noise disappears. e To change the channel group, push [DIAL] while pushing [HI/LO]. (p. 6) • The European version has International channels only.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 9 BASIC OPERATION 3 ■ Call channel programming ■ Channel names The call channel switch can be programmed to your most often-used channels in each channel group for quick recall. Memory channels can be tagged with alphanumeric names of up to 10 characters each. q While pushing [HI/LO], push [DIAL] one or more times to select the desired channel group (International, U.S.A., Holland, ATIS, DSC) to be programmed. w Push [CALL] for 3 sec.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 3 03.7.29 15:26 Page 10 BASIC OPERATION ■ Optional voice scrambler operation ◊ Activating the scrambler ◊ Programming scrambler codes The optional voice scrambler provides private communications. In order to receive or send scrambled transmissions you must first activate the scrambler function. To activate the function, an optional UT-98 or UT-112 is necessary. See p. 16 for selecting the unit. Ask your dealer for details.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 11 DUAL WATCH/TRI-WATCH ■ Description ■ Operation Dualwatch monitors channel 16 while you are receiving another channel; tri-watch monitors channel 16 and the call channel while receiving another channel. q Select the desired operating channel. w Select dualwatch or tri-watch in set mode. (p. 15) e Push [DUAL] to start dualwatch or tri-watch. 4 • “DUAL” appears during dualwatch; “TRI” appears during tri-watch.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 5 03.7.29 15:26 Page 12 SCAN OPERATIONS ■ Scan types Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and normal scan. Set the tag channels (scanned channel) before scanning. Clear the tag channels which inconveniently stop scanning, such as digital communication use. Choose priority or normal scan in set mode. (p.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 13 SCAN OPERATION 5 ■ Setting tag channels ■ Starting a scan For more efficient scanning, add desired channels as tag channels or clear tag channels for unwanted channels. Channels set as non-tag channels will be skipped during scanning. Tag channels can be assigned to each channel group (International, U.S.A., Holland, DSC, ATIS) independently. Set scan type (priority or normal scan) and scan resume timer in advance using set mode. (p.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 6 03.7.29 15:26 Page 14 SET MODE ■ Set mode programming q Turn power OFF. w While pushing [16], turn power ON to enter set mode. e After the display appears, release [16]. r Push [16] to select the desired item, if necessary. t Rotate the channel selector to select the desired condition of the item. y Turn power OFF, then ON again to exit set mode.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 15 SET MODE ■ Set mode items ◊ Scan resume timer ◊ Beep tone You can select silent operation by turning beep tones OFF or you can have confirmation beeps sound at the push of a switch by turning beep tones ON. The scan resume timer can be selected as a pause (OFF) or timer scan (ON). When OFF is selected, the scan pauses until the signal disappears. When ON is selected, the scan pauses 5 sec.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 6 03.7.29 15:26 Page 16 SET MODE ◊ LCD contrast This item adjusts the contrast of the LCD in 8 steps. Scrambler code Set mode LCD contrast Scrambler code 0 (UT-98 default) LCD contrast 4 (default) Scrambler code 127 ◊ Scrambler unit When an optional scrambler unit is connected, the scrambler unit can be selected in set mode depending on dealer setting.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 17 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE 7 ■ Unpacking ■ Antenna The following accessories are supplied: Qty. q Mounting bracket ............................................................ 1 w Microphone hanger (OPC-562) ...................................... 1 e Mic hanger screws (3.5 × 30) ......................................... 2 r Mounting screws (5 × 20) ............................................... 2 t Flat washers (M5) .........................................
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 7 03.7.29 15:26 Page 18 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE ■ Connections q w EXTENSION JACK Connects to optional DS-100 DSC CONTROLLER. r e w q DC POWER CONNECTOR Connects the supplied DC power cable from this connector to an external 12 V DC power source. CAUTION: After connecting the DC power cable and external speaker jack, cover the connector and jack as shown below to avoid water seeping into the transceiver.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 19 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE ■ Mounting the transceiver 7 • OVERHEAD MOUNTING ◊ Using the supplied mounting bracket The universal mounting bracket supplied with your transceiver allows overhead or dashboard mounting. • Mount the transceiver securely with the 2 supplied screws (M5 × 20) to a surface which is more than 10 mm thick and can support more than 5 kg.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 7 03.7.29 15:26 Page 20 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE ◊ Using the optional mounting bracket An optional MB-75 FLUSH MOUNT is available for mounting the transceiver to a flat surface such as an instrument panel. r Attach the clamps on either side of the transceiver. • Make sure that the clamps align parallel to the transceiver body. CAUTION: KEEP the transceiver and microphone at least 1 meter away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 21 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE 7 ■ Optional unit installation CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable from the transceiver before performing any work on the transceiver. Otherwise, there is danger of electric shock and/or equipment damage. w Remove the 4 screws from the shielding plate, then lift up the shielding plate. e Plug an optional unit to J6 on the MAIN unit as shown below.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 7 03.7.29 15:26 Page 22 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE ■ Dimensions 110.0 (4 11⁄32˝) 109.4 (4 5⁄16˝) 145.0 (5 23⁄32˝) 165.0 (6 1⁄2˝) 22 31.4 (1 1⁄4˝) 53.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 8 REF. No power comes ON. • Bad connection to the power supply. • Check the connection to the transceiver. p. 18 No sound comes from the speaker. • Squelch level is too deep. • Volume level is too low. • Speaker has been exposed to water. • Set squelch to the threshold point. • Set [VOL] to a suitable level. • Drain water from the speaker. p. 8 p.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 9 03.7.29 15:26 Page 24 CHANNEL LIST • International channels CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive CH Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 01 156.050 160.650 11 156.550 156.550 21 157.050 161.650 62 156.125 160.725 72 156.625 156.625 84 157.225 161.825 02 156.100 160.700 12 156.600 156.600 22 157.100 161.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 25 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS 10 ■ Specifications ■ Options • GENERAL • DS-100 DSC CONTROLLER When the DS-100 is installed, the transceiver conforms to DSC class D for marine digital communications. • Frequency coverage Transmit Receive • Mode • Channel spacing • Current drain (at 13.8 V) • Power supply requirement • Frequency stability • Dimensions (Projection not included) • Weight : 156.025–157.425 MHz 156.025–162.
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0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page 29 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 0560 We Icom Inc. Japan 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003 Japan Declare on our sole responsability that this equipment complies the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Suite measurements have been performed.
0 IC-M501EURO_3.qxd 03.7.29 15:26 Page Z Count on us! < Intended Country of Use > GER AUT GBR IRL FRA A-5661H-1EU-e Printed in Japan © 2000 Icom Inc.
