Basic Operation; Channel Selection - Icom IC-M73 Instruction Manual

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BASIC OPERATION

Channel selection

IMPORTANT!: Prior to using the transceiver for the first
time, fully charge the battery pack. This will help maximize
the capability and life of the battery. To avoid damage to
the transceiver, turn OFF the radio while charging.
D
Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It is used for
establishing initial contact with another station, and for emer-
gency communications. Channel 16 is automatically moni-
tored during both Dualwatch and Tri-watch. While standing
by, you must monitor Channel 16.
q Push
to select Channel 16.
w Push
selecting Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the
operating channel.
Push
8
to return to the condition before
D Call channel
Each regular channel group has separate leisure-use call
channels. The Call channel is monitored during Tri-watch.
The Call channels can be reprogrammed
used to store your most often-used channels in each channel
group for quick recall.
q Hold down
for 1 second to select the Call channel.
programming" on page 12 for details.
w Push
to return to the screen before you
selected Call channel, or push [Y]/[Z] to select an
operating channel.
Hold down
for 1 second
and may be
(p. 12)