Icom Marine Radio IC R6 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
VHF TRANSCEIVER  
iF14/S  
UHF TRANSCEIVER  
iF24/S  
iF26-L  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC  
rules. Operation is subject to the condition that  
this device does not cause harmful interfer-  
ence.  
 
DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this  
may damaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF  
exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this  
radio by the manufacturer or antenna specifically authorized by the  
manufacturer for use with this radio.  
DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50%  
duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC  
RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is  
transmitting when the “Transmit indicator” lights red. You can cause  
the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch or VOX function.  
ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the  
body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clip which is listed  
on page 31 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC  
RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide  
the recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the  
antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to  
one side.  
The information listed above provides the user with the information  
needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to as-  
sure that this radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.  
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility  
During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can pos-  
sibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such in-  
terference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.  
DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electro-  
magnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.  
Occupational/Controlled Use  
The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed  
as consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully  
aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their  
exposure.  
 
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FOREWORD  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before  
using the transceiver.  
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This instruction  
manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F14/  
IC-F14S VHF TRANSCEIVERS and IC-F24/IC-F24S/IC-F26-L UHF  
TRANSCEIVERS.  
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS  
WORD  
RWARNING  
CAUTION  
NOTE  
DEFINITION  
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock  
may occur.  
Equipment damage may occur.  
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk  
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.  
OPERATING NOTES  
• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical  
position with its microphone 5 to 10 centimeters (2 to 4 inches)  
away from your mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 centimeters  
(1 inch) from your head and body.  
• If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the  
antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) from your body when  
transmitting.  
 
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PRECAUTION  
R WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna  
is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially  
the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform  
best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the  
lips and the transceiver is vertical.  
R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset  
or other audio accessories at high volume levels.  
CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.  
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the  
BP-230N or BP-232N. Such a connection will ruin the trans-ceiver.  
DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.  
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in  
areas with temperatures below –22°F (–30°C) or above +140°F  
(+60°C).  
DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason.  
MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are securely  
attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna and battery pack  
are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver  
to water will result in serious damage to the transceiver.  
The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver  
performance and invalidate the warranty.  
FCC caution:  
Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by  
Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under  
FCC regulations.  
Icom, Icom Inc. and the  
logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorpo-  
rated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain,  
Russia and/or other countries.  
 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION …………………………………… i  
FOREWORD ……………………………………………………………… iii  
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ………………………………………………… iii  
OPERATING NOTES …………………………………………………… iii  
PRECAUTION …………………………………………………………… iv  
TABLE OF CONTENTS ………………………………………………… v  
1 ACCESSORIES…………………………………………………… 1–5  
Supplied accessories………………………………………………… 1  
Accessory attachments…………………………………………… 2  
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION …………………………………………… 6–11  
Front, top and side panels ………………………………………… 6  
LED indicator ………………………………………………………… 8  
Programmable function keys ……………………………………… 9  
3 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION……………………………… 12–18  
Turning power ON ………………………………………………… 12  
Channel selection ………………………………………………… 12  
Call procedure ……………………………………………………… 13  
Receiving and transmitting ……………………………………… 14  
Scrambler function ………………………………………………… 16  
Setting the squelch level ………………………………………… 16  
Man Down Emergency Call ……………………………………… 17  
4 OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION……………………………… 18–19  
Optional unit installation …………………………………………… 18  
Scrambler unit installation ………………………………………… 19  
5 BATTERY CHARGING ………………………………………… 20–25  
Battery charging …………………………………………………… 20  
Caution ……………………………………………………………… 21  
Optional battery chargers ………………………………………… 22  
6 SWIVEL BELT CLIP…………………………………………… 26–29  
MB-93 contents …………………………………………………… 26  
To attach …………………………………………………………… 26  
To detach …………………………………………………………… 28  
7 OPTIONS ………………………………………………………… 30–33  
 
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ACCESSORIES  
I Supplied accessories  
1
1
The following accessories are supplied:  
Qty.  
q Flexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
w Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
e Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
r Unit cover (double-sided tape)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
t Jack cover (with screws) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 set  
*Use the unit cover as a spare. Ask your dealer for details.  
q
w
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ACCESSORIES  
1
I Accessory attachments  
D Flexible antenna  
Connect the supplied flexible an-  
tenna to the antenna connector.  
CAUTION:  
NEVER HOLD by the antenna  
when carrying the transceiver.  
Transmitting without an antenna  
may damage the transceiver.  
 
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ACCESSORIES  
1
1
ï Battery pack  
To attach the battery pack:  
Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direc-  
tion of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery release button.  
• Slide the battery pack until the battery release button makes a ‘click’  
sound.  
To release the battery pack:  
Push the battery release button in the direction of the arrow (w) as  
shown below. The battery pack is then released.  
NEVER release or attach the battery pack when the transceiver  
is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust getting into the  
transceiver/battery pack and may result in the transceiver being  
damaged.  
q
w
 
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ACCESSORIES  
1
ï Jack cover  
Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone is not  
used.  
To attach the jack cover:  
To detach the jack cover:  
q Attach the jack cover to the q Unscrew the screws with a  
[SP MIC] connector.  
w Tighten the screws.  
phillips screwdriver.  
w Detach the jack cover for the  
speaker-microphone connec-  
tion.  
q
w
w
w
q
q
 
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ACCESSORIES  
1
D Belt clip  
1
To attach the belt clip:  
q Release the battery pack if it is attached.  
w Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip is  
locked and makes a ‘click’ sound.  
To detach the belt clip:  
q Release the battery pack if it is attached.  
w Pinch the clip (q), and slide the belt clip in the direction of the  
arrow (w).  
w
q
 
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PANEL DESCRIPTION  
I Front, top and side panels  
2
q
IC-F14S/F24S  
IC-F14/F24/F26-L  
w
e
i
u
Speaker  
y
t
r
Microphone  
q CHANNEL SW/SELECTOR  
• IC-F14S/F24S  
: Toggle the channel switch to select the  
pre-programmed channel 1 or 2.  
• IC-F14/F24/F26-L : Rotate the channel selector to select the  
pre-programmed memory channels.  
w VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]  
Rotate to turn the power ON/OFF and adjust the audio level.  
 
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PANEL DESCRIPTION  
2
2
e LED INDICATOR (p. 8)  
Lights red while transmitting.  
Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is  
open.  
Lights/blinks orange when the matched 2/5-tone code is re-  
ceived, according to the pre-programming.  
r SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC]  
Connects the optional speaker-microphone. (p. 31)  
[SP MIC] jack cover  
NOTE: Attach the [SP MIC] jack  
cover when the optional speak-  
er-microphone is not used. (p. 4)  
t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Lower]  
The desired function can be assigned by your dealer. (p. 9)  
y PTT SWITCH [PTT]  
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.  
u DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Upper]  
The desired function can be assigned by your dealer. (p. 9)  
i ANTENNA CONNECTOR  
Connects the supplied antenna.  
D Programmable key reference  
Upper  
Lower  
 
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PANEL DESCRIPTION  
2
LED indicator  
The LED indicator indicates several informa-  
tion as follows;  
(Ref.; R=Red, G=Green, O=Orange)  
• TX: Turns Red while transmitting a signal.  
R
• RX: Turns Green while receiving a signal.  
G
• Call LED (ON): When receiving a matched 2/5-tone.  
O O  
• Call LED (Blink): When receiving a matched 2/5-tone.  
O
O
• Fast/Slow scan: Blinks while Fast/Slow scan is activated.  
G
G
• Low BATT1: You should charge the battery. (blinks slowly)  
G
G
G
• Low BATT2: You must charge the battery. (blinks fast)  
G
G
G
• TX low BATT2: Low BATT2 was detected during TX mode.  
R
R
R
R
• CH err: Non-programmed channel is selected.  
R O R O R O R O R O R O R O R O  
 
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PANEL DESCRIPTION  
2
Programmable function keys  
The following functions can be assigned to [Upper] and [Lower]  
programmable function keys.  
2
Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concerning  
your transceivers programming.  
If the programmable function names are bracketed in the following  
explanations, the specific key used to activate the function depends  
on programming.  
SCAN A KEY  
This key’s operation depends on the Power ON Scan setting.  
When the power ON scan function is turned OFF;  
Push to start and cancel scanning operation. In case of trans-  
mission during scan, cancels scanning.  
When the power ON scan function is turned ON;  
Push to pause scanning. Scanning resumes after passing a  
specified time period. In case of transmission during scan,  
pauses scanning. Scanning resumes after passing a specified  
time period.  
SCAN B KEY  
Push to start and cancel scanning operation. In case of transmis-  
sion during scan, pauses scanning. Scanning resumes after pass-  
ing a specified time period.  
PRIORITY CHANNEL KEYS  
Push to select the Priority A or Priority B channel.  
Push and hold [Prio A (Rewrite)] to rewrite the Prio A channel.  
MR-CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS  
Push to select a memory channels 1 to 4 directly.  
NOTE: The memory channels 3 and 4 are available for IC-  
F14S/F24S when [MR-CH 3] and [MR-CH 4] keys are assigned.  
 
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PANEL DESCRIPTION  
2
MONITOR KEY  
Mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-tone squelch mute.  
Open any squelch/deactivate any mute while pushing this key.  
(LMR operation only)  
Activates one of (or two of) the following functions on each chan-  
nel independently: (PMR operation only)  
• Push and hold to un-mute the channel (audio is emitted; ‘Audible’  
condition).  
• Push to mute the channel (sets to ‘Inaudible’ only).  
• Push to un-mute the channel (sets to ‘Audible’ only).  
• Push after the communication is finished to send a ‘reset code’.  
NOTE: The un-mute condition (‘Audible’ condition) may auto-  
matically return to the mute condition (‘Inaudible‘ condition)  
after a specified period.  
LOCK KEY  
Push and hold to electronically lock all programmable keys except  
the following:  
[Call] (incl. Call A and Call B), [Moni(Audi)] and [Emergency] keys.  
OUTPUT POWER SELECTION KEY  
Select the transmit output power temporarily or permanently, de-  
pending on the pre-setting.  
• Ask your dealer for the output power level for each selection.  
TALK AROUND KEY  
Push to turn the talk around function OFF.  
Push and hold to turn the talk around function ON.  
• The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the re-  
ceive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver communication.  
WIDE/NARROW KEY  
Push to select the IF bandwidth to wide.  
• The wide passband width can be selected from 25.0 or 20.0 kHz  
using the CS-F14 CLONING SOFTWARE. (PMR operation only) Ask  
your dealer for details.  
Push and hold to select the IF bandwidth to narrow.  
 
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PANEL DESCRIPTION  
2
DTMF AUTODIAL KEY  
Push to transmit the programmed DTMF code.  
2
CALL KEYS  
Push to transmit a 2/5-tone code.  
• Call transmission is necessary before you call another station de-  
pending on your signalling system.  
[Call A] and/or [Call B] keys may be available when your system em-  
ploys selective ‘Individual/Group’ calls. Ask your dealer which call is  
assigned to each key.  
EMERGENCY KEYS  
Push and hold to transmit an emergency call.  
When [Emergency Single (Silent)] or [Emergency Repeat  
(Silent)] is pushed, an emergency call is transmitted without a  
beep emission.  
• If you want to cancel the emergency call, push (or push and hold)  
the key again before transmitting the call.  
• The emergency call is transmitted one time only or repeatedly until  
receiving a control code depending on the pre-setting.  
VOICE SCRAMBLER FUNCTION KEYS  
Push to turn the voice scrambler function OFF.  
Push and hold to turn the voice scrambler function ON.  
OPT OUT KEYS  
Push to inactivate the connected output signal level.  
Push and hold to activate the connected output signal level.  
SIREN KEY  
Push to emit a siren. This function can be used for situations other  
than an emergency alert such as a security alarm for example.  
 
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3 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION  
I Turning power ON  
Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON.  
[VOL]  
I Channel selection  
IC-F14S/F24S:  
Toggle [CHANNEL SWITCH] to select  
the channel 1 or 2, or, push one of [MR-  
CH 1] to [MR-CH 4] key to select a chan-  
nel directly.  
• The memory channels 3 and 4 are avail-  
able when [MR-CH 3] and [MR-CH 4]  
keys are assigned.  
[CHANNEL SWITCH]  
IC-F14/F24/F26-L:  
Rotate [CHANNEL SELECTOR] to se-  
lect the desired operating channel, in se-  
[CHANNEL  
SELECTOR]  
quence; or, push one of [MR-CH 1] to  
[MR-CH 4] key to select a channel di-  
rectly.  
AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:  
Channel setting is not necessary for this type. When turning the  
power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning. Scanning  
stops when receiving a call.  
 
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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION  
3
I Call procedure  
When your system employs tone signalling (excluding CTCSS and  
DTCS), the call procedure may be necessary prior to voice trans-  
mission. The tone signalling employed may be a selective calling  
system which allows you to call specific station(s) only and prevent  
unwanted stations from contacting you.  
3
q Select the desired TX code channel or 2/5-tone code according  
to your System Operator’s instructions.  
• This may not be necessary depending on programming.  
w Push the call key (assigned to one of the dealer programmable  
keys.) (p. 11)  
e After transmitting a 2/5-tone code, the remainder of your com-  
munication can be carried out in the normal fashion.  
Selective calling  
Non-selective calling  
 
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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION  
3
I Receiving and transmitting  
NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans-  
ceiver. See p. 2 for antenna attachment.  
Receiving:  
q Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON.  
w Toggle [CHANNEL SWITCH] (IC-F14S/F24S), rotate [CHAN-  
NEL SELECTOR] (IC-F14/F24/F26-L) or push one of [MR-CH  
1] to [MR-CH 4] key to select a channel.  
For IC-F14S/F24S:  
The memory channels 3 and 4 are available when [MR-CH 3]  
and [MR-CH 4] keys are assigned.  
e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a comfort-  
able listening level.  
Transmitting:  
Wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference.  
q While pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the microphone at  
a normal voice level.  
• When a tone signalling system is used, the call procedure de-  
scribed on p. 13 may be necessary.  
w Release [PTT] to return to receive.  
IMPORTANT!: To maximize the readability of your signal;  
1. Pause briefly after pushing [PTT].  
2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your  
mouth, then speak into the microphone at a normal voice  
level.  
 
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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION  
3
D Transmitting notes  
• Transmit inhibit function  
3
The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict trans-  
mission under the following conditions:  
- The channel is in mute condition.  
- Channel is busy.  
- Un-matched (or matched) CTCSS is received.  
- The selected channel is a ‘receive only’ channel.  
• Time-out timer  
After continuous transmission for the pre-programmed time period, the  
time-out timer activates, and causes the transceiver to stop transmit-  
ting.  
• Penalty timer  
Once the time-out timer activates, transmission is further inhibited  
for a period determined by the penalty timer.  
D DTMF transmission  
If the transceiver has [DTMF Autodial] assigned to it, the automatic  
DTMF transmission function is available.  
Push [DTMF Autodial] to transmit the DTMF code.  
 
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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION  
3
I Scrambler function  
The optional voice scrambler units UT-109 (#01) and UT-110 (#01)  
provide high performance private communication between stations  
with the same scrambler codes.  
Push and hold [Scrambler] to turn the scrambler function ON.  
Push [Scrambler] to turn the scrambler function OFF.  
I Setting the squelch level  
The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal depending on  
the signal strength.  
q While pushing [PTT] and [Lower],  
rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON  
to enter the squelch level adjust-  
ment mode.  
w Push [Upper] to increase the  
squelch level (tight squelch) or  
[Lower] to decrease the squelch  
level (loose squelch).  
[VOL]  
[Upper]  
[PTT]  
[Lower]  
e Rotate [VOL] to turn the power  
OFF to fix the squelch level.  
 
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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION  
3
I Man Down Emergency Call  
The man down emergency call function transmits an emergency  
call automatically, after the transceiver laying down in a horizontal  
position for a pre-set time period. (The optional UT-113 MAN DOWN  
UNIT is required.)  
3
After the emergency call, the transceiver performs transmission and  
reception alternately with the following conditions:  
- Transmits the microphone signals.  
- Receives the signal and emits audio.  
When the emergency cancel code is received, the function is can-  
celled.  
IMPORTANT!: Set an emergency channel individually, to provide  
certain emergency call operation is recommended.  
 
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OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION  
I Optional unit installation  
4
Install the optional unit as follows:  
q Rotate [VOL] to turn the power OFF, and remove the battery  
pack. (p. 3)  
w Remove the unit cover.  
NOTE: Use a flat head screw driver or a similar flat instru-  
ment, and insert into the hollow of the chassis, then lift and  
take away the unit cover. (The removed cover cannot be used  
again.)  
e Install the unit as shown below.  
*This illustration is  
described with the  
UT-110.  
r Replace the unit cover and the battery pack, then rotate [VOL] to  
turn the power ON.  
NOTE: The optional UT-109/UT-110 SCRAMBLER UNITS requires  
some PC board modifications. Please refer to the additional in-  
stallation as at right.  
 
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OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION  
4
I Scrambler unit installation  
The following PC board modification is required when installing the  
optional UT-109 or UT-110.  
q Rotate [VOL] to turn the power OFF, and remove the battery  
pack. (p. 3)  
w Remove the unit cover as shown at left (Optional unit installation.)  
e Cut the pattern on the PCB at the TX mic circuit (MIC) and RX  
AF circuit (DISC) as shown below.  
4
r Install the scrambler unit as shown at left (Optional unit installa-  
tion.)  
t Replace the unit cover and the battery pack, then rotate [VOL] to  
turn the power ON.  
NOTE: When uninstalling the  
scrambler unit  
Be sure to re-solder the discon-  
nected points at left, otherwise no  
TX modulation or AF output is  
available.  
 
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5 BATTERY CHARGING  
I Battery charging  
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must  
be fully charged for optimum life and operation.  
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it OFF while  
charging.  
• Recommended temperature range for charging:  
+10°C to +40°C (+50°F to +104°F)  
- The Li-Ion battery functions within –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to  
+140°F)  
• Use the specified chargers (BC-119N, BC-121N and BC-160).  
NEVER use another manufacturer’s charger.  
• Use the optional AC adapter. NEVER use another manufacturer’s  
AC adapter.  
Recommendation:  
Charge the supplied battery pack for a maximum of up to  
10 hours. Li-Ion batteries are different from Ni-Cd batteries in  
that it is not necessary to completely charge and discharge them  
to prolong the battery life. Therefore, charging the battery in in-  
tervals, and not for extended periods is recommended.  
 
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BATTERY CHARGING  
5
I Caution  
R DANGER Charge the specified Icom batteries only.  
Only tested and approved for use with genuine Icom batteries. Fire  
and/or explosion may occur when a third party battery pack or  
counterfeit product is charged.  
CAUTION! NEVER insert battery pack/transceiver (with the bat-  
tery pack attached) with wet or soiled into the charger. This may re-  
sult in corrosion of the charger terminals or damage to the charger.  
The charger is not waterproof and water can easily get into it.  
5
NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may  
cause an explosion.  
NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack be-  
comes wet, be sure to wipe it dry immediately (particularly the bat-  
tery terminals) BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. Otherwise,  
the terminals will become corroded, or cause connection failure,  
etc.  
NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may  
flow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace, etc. Therefore,  
be careful when carrying with, or placing near metal objects, carry-  
ing in handbags, etc.  
AVOID leaving the battery pack in a fully charged, or completely  
discharged condition for long time. It causes shorter battery life. In  
case of leaving the battery pack unused for a long time, it must be  
kept safely after discharge, or use the battery until the battery indi-  
cator appears, then remove it from the transceiver.  
If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after being  
charged, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery pack still  
does not retain a charge (or very little), a new battery pack must be  
purchased.  
 
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BATTERY CHARGING  
5
I Optional battery chargers  
D Rapid charging with the BC-160  
The optional BC-160 provides rapid charging of optional Li-Ion bat-  
tery packs.  
• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-160 depending on ver-  
sion) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L) is additionally  
required.  
Transceiver  
Battery pack  
AC adapter  
(Not supplied with  
some versions.)  
Turn power OFF  
Optional OPC-515L  
(for 13.8 V power  
source) or CP-17L  
(for 12 V cigarette  
lighter socket) can  
be used instead of  
the AC adapter.  
Lobs  
IMPORTANT!:  
Ensure the guide lobs  
on the battery pack are  
correctly aligned with  
the guide rails inside  
the charger adapter.  
0
-16  
c
b
Guide rail  
 
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BATTERY CHARGING  
5
ï AD-106 installation  
q Install the AD-106 desktop charger adapter into the holder space  
of the BC-119N/121N.  
Desktop charger adapter  
Connectors  
5
Plugs  
w Connect the plugs of the BC-119N/BC-121N to the AD-106 with  
the connector, then install the adapter into the charger with the  
supplied screws.  
Screws supplied  
with the charger  
adapter  
 
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BATTERY CHARGING  
5
D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-106  
The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of optional Li-Ion  
battery packs.  
The following items are additionally required:  
• One AD-106 (purchase separately).  
• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending on ver-  
sion) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).  
Transceiver  
Turn power OFF  
Battery pack  
AC adapter  
(Not supplied with  
some versions.)  
AD-106 charger  
adapter is installed  
in BC-119N.  
Optional OPC-515L  
(for 13.8 V power  
source) or CP-17L  
(for 12 V cigarette  
lighter socket) can  
be used instead of  
the AC adapter.  
IMPORTANT!:  
Lobs  
Ensure the guide  
lobs on the bat-  
tery pack are  
correctly aligned  
with the guide  
rails inside the  
charger adapter.  
Guide rails  
 
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BATTERY CHARGING  
5
D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-106  
The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged  
simultaneously. The following items are additionally required.  
• Six AD-106.  
• An AC adapter (BC-157) or the DC power cable (OPC-656)  
Transceiver  
5
Turn power OFF  
Battery pack  
AD-106 charger  
adapters are installed  
in each slot.  
AC adapter  
(Purchase  
separately)  
IMPORTANT!:  
Lobs  
Ensure the guide  
lobs on the bat-  
tery pack are  
correctly aligned  
with the guide  
rails inside the  
charger adapter.  
DC power cable  
(OPC-656)  
(Connect with the  
DC power supply;  
13.8 V/at least 7 A)  
Guide rails  
 
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6 SWIVEL BELT CLIP  
I MB-93 contents  
Qty.  
q Belt clip …………………………………………………………… 1  
w Base clip …………………………………………………………… 1  
q
w
I To attach  
q Release the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 3)  
w Slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow until the base clip  
is locked and makes a ‘click’ sound.  
 
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SWIVEL BELT CLIP  
6
e Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt. And insert the transceiver  
into the belt clip until the base clip inserted fully into the groove.  
6
r Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels as illustrated  
below.  
 
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SWIVEL BELT CLIP  
6
I To detach  
q Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the arrow  
and pull out from the belt clip.  
 
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SWIVEL BELT CLIP  
6
w Release the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 3)  
e Pinch the clip (q), and slide the base clip in the direction of the  
arrow (w).  
q
w
6
CAUTION:  
HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN HANGING OR  
DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP.  
Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the holder or  
swivel properly if the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the  
base clip is scratched or damaged.  
 
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7 OPTIONS  
D BATTERY PACK  
Battery pack Voltage  
Capacity  
Battery life*  
7.4 V  
7.4 V  
980 mAh  
BP-230N  
BP-232N  
9 hrs.  
2000 mAh  
18 hrs.  
* When the power save function is turned ON, and the operating  
periods are calculated under the following conditions;  
TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90  
D CHARGERS  
• BC-119N DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-106 CHARGER ADAPTER  
+ BC-145 AC ADAPTER  
For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is supplied  
with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 3  
hours when BP-232N is attached.  
• BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER + AD-106 CHARGER ADAPTER (6 pcs.)  
+ BC-157 AC ADAPTER  
For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-106’s are re-  
quired) simultaneously. An AC adapter should be purchased sep-  
arately. Charging time: approx. 3 hours when BP-232N is  
attached.  
• BC-160 DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-145 AC ADAPTER  
For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is supplied  
with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 3  
hours when BP-232N is attached.  
 
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OPTIONS  
7
D OPTIONAL UNITS  
• UT-108 DTMF DECODER UNIT  
Provides pager and code squelch capabilities.  
• UT-109 (#01)/UT-110 (#01) SCRAMBLER UNITS  
Non-rolling type (UT-109)/Rolling type (UT-110) voice scrambler  
unit provides higher communication security.  
• UT-113 MAN DOWN UNIT  
Provides a measure of safety when working in a hazardous envi-  
ronment, etc.  
D BELT CLIPS  
• MB-93 SWIVEL BELT CLIP  
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• MB-94 BELT CLIP  
Exclusive alligator-type belt clip. The same as supplied with the  
transceiver.  
• MB-96*/96F LEATHER BELT HANGER  
*MB-93’s base clip is required.  
D DC CABLES  
• CP-17L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE  
Allows charging of the battery pack through a 12 V cigarette  
lighter socket. (For BC-119N)  
• OPC-515L/OPC-656 DC POWER CABLES  
Allows charging of the battery pack using a 13.8 V power source  
instead of the AC adapter.  
OPC-515L: For BC-119N  
OPC-656 : For BC-121N  
D OTHER OPTIONS  
• SP-13 EARPHONE  
Provides clear receive audio in noisy environment.  
• HM-131L SPEAKER-MICROPHONE  
Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient oper-  
ation while hanging the transceiver from your belt.  
HM-131L has a moisture proof construction.  
 
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OPTIONS  
7
• HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 HEADSET + VS-1L VOX/PTT CASE  
HS-94: Ear hook type  
HS-95: Neck-arm type  
HS-97: Throat microphone  
VS-1L: VOX/PTT switch box for hands-free operation, etc.  
• FA-SC73US/FA-SC56VS/FA-SC57VS STUBBY ANTENNAS  
FA-SC73US: 450–490 MHz  
FA-SC57VS: 160–174 MHz  
FA-SC56VS: 150–162 MHz  
• FA-SC01U/FA-SC25U/FA-SC57U/FA-SC72U/FA-SC25V/  
FA-SC55V ANTENNAS  
FA-SC01U: 350–400 MHz  
FA-SC57U: 430–470 MHz  
FA-SC25V: 136–155 MHz  
FA-SC25U: 400–430 MHz  
FA-SC72U: 470–520 MHz  
FA-SC55V: 146–174 MHz  
Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your  
dealer for details.  
 
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OPTIONS  
7
ï About VS-1L VOX/PTT CASE  
The VS-1L is a VOX/PTT unit for Icom handheld transceivers, and  
allows you hands-free operation.  
An optional headset (HS-94, etc.) is additionally required for opera-  
tion.  
• The VOX (voice operated transmission) function starts transmission  
without pushing PTT switch when you speak into the microphone;  
then, automatically returns to receive when you stop speaking.  
Features  
Straight type head SP/MIC plug equipped  
Water resistant construction  
Durable construction  
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Equipped with a PTT switch and revolving clip.  
MIC/VOX gain adjustment  
1 Remove the water protection cover on the right side of the VS-1L.  
2 Adjust the MIC/VOX gain with a thin screw driver. Clockwise ro-  
tation increases the MIC/VOX gain.  
3 Return the protective cover back to the MIC/VOX gain adjustment  
hole.  
VS-1L  
Adjusting pot  
PTT switch  
Water protection cover  
VOX  
PTT  
 
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A-6369D-1EX-y  
Printed in Japan  
© 2004–2006 Icom Inc.  
 
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan  

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