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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF FM TRANSCEIVER
iV8000
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF FM TRANSCEIVER iV8000 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is sub- ject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 2: Explicit Definitions

    We want to take a couple of moments of your time to thank you for making your IC-V8000 your radio of choice, and hope you agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.” Many hours of research and development went into the design of your IC-V8000.

  • Page 3: Cautions

    Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other man- ufacturer’s microphones have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver if attached.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES q DC power cable (3 m) ......1 w Mobile mounting bracket ......1 e Microphone (HM-133V)* .
  • Page 5 4 REPEATER OPERATION ... 17–23 I Accessing a repeater ... 17 I Subaudible tones ... 19 I Offset frequency ... 21 I Repeater lockout ... 21 I Reverse duplex mode ... 22 I Auto repeater ... 23 5 MEMORY OPERATION ... 24–34 I General description ...

  • Page 6: Quick Reference Guide

    QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE I Installation D Location Select a location which can support the weight of the trans- ceiver and does not interfere with driving in any way. We rec- ommend the locations shown in the diagram below. NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury.

  • Page 7: Battery Connection

    (See p. 5 for details) Attach a rubber grommet when passing the DC power cable through a metal plate to prevent short circuiting. • CONNECTING TO A DC POWER SOURCE • See p. 72 for fuse replacement. IC-V8000 − ⊕ black _ black...

  • Page 8: Antenna Installation

    1–2 mm e Slide the connector body solder solder on and solder it. r Screw the coupling ring onto the connector body. (10 mm ≈ *HM-133V; A different microphone may be supplied with some versions of the IC-V8000. ⁄...

  • Page 9: I Your First Contact

    I Your first contact Now that you have your IC-V8000 installed in your car or shack, you are probably excited to get on the air. We would like to take you through a few basic operation steps to make your first “On The Air” an enjoyable experience.

  • Page 10: I Repeater Operation

    QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE I Repeater operation 1. Setting duplex Push [LOW(DUP)] for 1 sec. once or twice to select minus du- plex or plus duplex. • The USA and CSA versions have an auto repeater function, there- fore, setting duplex is not required. [LOW(DUP)] 2.

  • Page 11: I Programming Memory

    I Programming memory channels The IC-V8000 has a total of 200 memory channels (including 6 scan edges and 1 call channel) for storing often used oper- ating frequency, repeater settings, etc. 1. Setting a frequency In VFO mode, set the desired operating frequency with re- peater, tone and tuning steps, etc.

  • Page 12: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front panel M/CALL PRIO q POWER SWITCH [PWR] Turns power ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. w MEMORY/CALL•PRIORITY SWITCH [M/CALL(PRIO)] ➥ Push to select and toggle memory, call and weather channel* modes. (pgs. 24, 35, 65) *Weather channels available for USA versions only.
  • Page 13 y BANK•OPTION SWITCH [BANK(OPT)] ➥ Push to select memory bank condition during memory mode. (p. 32) ➥ Push for 1 sec. to select and toggle the pager and code squelch function when the optional UT-108 is installed. (p. 52) u SET•LOCK SWITCH [SET(LOCK)] ➥...

  • Page 14: I Function Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Function display q TRANSMIT INDICATOR ➥ Appears while transmitting. (p. 15) ➥ Flashes while transmitting with the one-touch PTT func- tion. (p. 16) w FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the operating frequency, channel names, set mode contents, etc. • Frequency decimal point flashes while scanning. (p. 38) •...
  • Page 15 y S/RF INDICATORS ➥ Shows the relative signal strength while receiving sig- nals. (p. 13) ➥ Shows the output power level while transmitting. (p. 15) u SKIP INDICATOR (p. 41) Appears when the displayed memory channel is specified as a skip channel. i MEMORY INDICATOR (p.

  • Page 16: I Rear Panel

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Rear panel q SPEAKER JACK [SP] Accepts an 8 Ω speaker. • Audio output power is more than 2.0 W. w POWER RECEPTACLE [DC13.8V] Accepts 13.8 V DC ±15% with the supplied DC power cable. NOTE: DO NOT use a cigarette lighter socket as a power source when operating in a vehicle.

  • Page 17: I Microphone (Hm-133V)

    I Microphone (HM-133V*) *A different microphone may be supplied de- pending on version. q VFO/LOCK SWITCH [VFO/LOCK] ➥ Push to select VFO mode. (p. 9) ➥ Push for 1 sec. to switch the lock function ON and OFF. (p. 12) w PTT SWITCH ➥...

  • Page 18: I Microphone Keypad

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Microphone keypad FUNCTION Switches between opening and closing the squelch. Starts and stops scanning. Starts and stops priority watch. Selects high output power. Selects mid. output power. Selects low output power Selects minus duplex operation. Selects plus duplex operation. Selects simplex operation.
  • Page 19 FUNCTION ➥ Cancels frequency entry. ➥ Cancels the scan or priority watch. (pgs. 38, 44) ➥ Exit set mode. ➥ Enters set mode ➥ Advances the set mode selection order after entering set mode. ➥ Sets the keypad for numeral input. ➥...

  • Page 20: Setting A Frequency

    SETTING A FREQUENCY I Preparation D Turning power ON/OFF Push [PWR] for 1sec. D VFO mode selection The transceiver has 2 basic operating modes: VFO mode and memory mode. Push [V/MHz(SCAN)] ➥ Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode. VFO/LOCK I Using the tuning dial qRotate the tuning dial to set the frequency.

  • Page 21: I Using The Keypad

    I Using the keypad The frequency can be directly set via numeral keys on the mi- crophone. z Push [VFO/LOCK] to VFO mode, if necessary. x Push [ C(T-OFF)] to activate the keypad for digit input. c Push 6 keys to input a frequency. •...

  • Page 22: I Tuning Step Selection

    SETTING A FREQUENCY I Tuning step selection Tuning steps are the minimum frequency change increments when you rotate the tuning dial or push [Y]/[Z] on the micro- phone. The following tuning steps are available. • 5 kHz • 10 kHz •...

  • Page 23: I Lock Functions

    I Lock functions To prevent accidental channel changes and unnecessary function access, use the lock function. The transceiver has 2 different lock functions. D Frequency lock This function locks the tuning dial and switches electronically and can be used together with the microphone lock function. ➥...

  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION I Receiving q Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON. w Set the audio level. ➥ Push [MONI(ANM)] to open the squelch. ➥ Rotate the [VOL] control to adjust the audio output level. ➥ Push [MONI(ANM)] again to close the squelch. e Set the squelch level.

  • Page 25: I Audio Mute Function

    I Audio mute function This function temporarily mutes the audio without disturbing the volume setting. ➥ Push [FUNC] then [ MUTE audio signals. • “MUTE” appears. • Push [ A(MW)] (or any other key) to cancel the function. Appears I Squelch attenuator The transceiver has an RF attenuator related to the squelch level setting.

  • Page 26: I Transmitting

    This may distort the signal. r Release [PTT] to return to receive. IMPORTANT! (for 75 W transmission): The IC-V8000 is equipped with protection circuit to protect the power amplifier circuit from high SWR and temperature. When a high SWR antenna or no...

  • Page 27: I One-Touch Ptt Function

    I One-touch PTT function The PTT switch can be operated as a one-touch PTT switch (each push switches between transmit/receive). Using this function you can transmit without pushing and holding the PTT switch. To prevent accidental, continuous transmissions with this function, the transceiver has a time-out timer.

  • Page 28: Repeater Operation

    REPEATER OPERATION I Accessing a repeater q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). (pgs. 9, 10) Push [LOW(DUP)] for 1 sec., one or two times, to select minus duplex or plus duplex. • “–” or “+” appears to indicate the transmit frequency for minus shift or plus shift, respectively.
  • Page 29 z Set the receive frequency (repeater output fre- DUP– quency). (pgs. 9, 10) x Push [ – 7(TONE)] to select minus duplex; push [ + 8(TSQLS)] to select plus duplex. DUP+ Push Push c Push [FUNC] then [ – 7(TONE)] to turn ON the subaudible tone encoder according to re- peater requirements.

  • Page 30: I Subaudible Tones

    REPEATER OPERATION I Subaudible tones (Encoder function) D Subaudible tones q Select the mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tones to, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. w Push [SET(LOCK)] to enter set mode. e Push [SET(LOCK)] or [MONI(ANM)] several times until “ ” and “rt”...
  • Page 31 D DTMF tones ➥ Push [DTMF-S], then push the keys of the de- DTMF-S sired DTMF digits. • The function indicator lights green. • 0–9, A–D, M(E) and #(F) are available. • When “d” is displayed in place of the 100 MHz digit, cancel the DTMF memory encoder in advance.

  • Page 32: I Offset Frequency

    REPEATER OPERATION I Offset frequency When communicating thorough a repeater, the transmit fre- quency is shifted from the receive frequency by an amount determined by the offset frequency. q Push [SET(LOCK)] to enter set mode. w Push [SET(LOCK)] or [MW(S.MW)] until “±” and offset fre- quency appear.

  • Page 33: I Reverse Duplex Mode

    I Reversed duplex mode When the reversed duplex mode is selected, the receive fre- quency shifts. (Transmit frequency shifts in normal duplex mode.) Each receive and transmit frequency is shown in the table below with the following conditions; Input frequency : 145.30 MHz Direction : –...

  • Page 34: I Auto Repeater

    REPEATER OPERATION I Auto repeater (U.S.A. and C.S.A. versions only) The USA and CSA versions automatically activate the re- peater settings (DUP– or DUP+ and tone encoder ON/OFF) the operating frequency falls within the general repeater out- put frequency range and deactivate them when outside of the range.

  • Page 35: Memory Operation

    I General description The transceiver has 207 memory channels including 6 scan edge memory channels (3 pairs), and 1 call channel. Each of these channels can be individually programmed with operat- ing frequency (pgs. 9, 10), duplex direction (p. 19) and offset (p.

  • Page 36: I Programming A Memory Channel

    MEMORY OPERATION I Programming a memory channel VFO settings, including the set mode contents such as sub- audible tone frequency, etc., can be programmed into a mem- ory channel. q Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [V/MHz(SCAN)] to select VFO mode. ➥...

  • Page 37: Programming A Memory Channel Via The Microphone

    D Programming a memory channel via the microphone The microphone can also be used to program mem- ory channels. z Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency using the keypad. ➥...

  • Page 38: I Transferring Memory Contents

    MEMORY OPERATION I Transferring memory contents This function transfers a memory channel’s contents to VFO (or another memory/call channel). This is useful when search- ing for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the offset frequency, subaudible tone frequency etc. D Memory/call➪VFO q Select the memory/call channel to be transferred.
  • Page 39 D Memory/call➪call/memory q Select the memory/call channel to be transferred. ➥ Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] to select memory mode, then ro- tate the tuning dial to select the desired memory channel. ➥ Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] for 1 sec. to select the call channel. w Push [MW(S.MW)] momentarily.

  • Page 40: I Memory Clearing

    MEMORY OPERATION I Memory clearing Contents of programmed memories can be cleared (blanked), if desired. q Push [V/MHz(SCAN)] to select VFO mode. w Push [MW(S.MW)] momentarily. • “M” indicator and the memory channel number blink. e Rotate the tuning dial to select the memory channel to be cleared.

  • Page 41: I Channel Names Programming

    I Programming channel names Each memory channel and the call channel can be pro- grammed with an alphanumeric channel name for easy recognition and can be indicated independently by channel. Names can be a maximum of 6 characters— see the table below for available characters.
  • Page 42 MEMORY OPERATION Channel names can also be programmed via the mi- crophone. z Select the memory/call channel to be assigned memory names. ➥ Push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode, then select the desired memory channel via [Y]/[Z] or keypad. • Scan edge channels can also be selected. ➥...

  • Page 43: I Memory Bank Selection

    I Memory bank selection q Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] to select memory mode, if de- sired. w Push [BANK(OPT)] to se- lect memory bank condition. Push [BANK(OPT)] to select memory bank mode. • Bank initial blinks e Rotate the tuning dial to se- lect the desired bank, A to J.

  • Page 44: I Memory Bank Setting

    MEMORY OPERATION I Memory bank setting q Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] to select memory mode, then select the desired memory channel via the tuning dial. w Push [BANK(OPT)]. • “– –” indication blinks as follows. e Push [BANK(OPT)] again to set the channel to bank set- ting stand-by condition.

  • Page 45: I Transferring Bank Contents

    I Transferring bank contents Contents of programmed memory banks can be cleared or transferred to another bank. INFORMATION: Even if the memory bank contents are cleared, the memory channel contents still remain pro- grammed. q Select the desired bank contents to be transferred or erased. ➥...

  • Page 46: Call Channel Operation

    CALL CHANNEL OPERATION I Call channel selection ➥ Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] sev- Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] several times to select the call channel. Appears ➥ Push [MR/CALL] for 1 sec. to select the call MR/CALL channel. • Push [ ] to select memory mode, or push MR/CALL [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode.

  • Page 47: I Programming A Call Channel

    I Programming a call channel Operating frequency, duplex information, subaudible tone in- formation (tone encoder or tone squelch ON/OFF and its fre- quency) and alphanumeric channel names can also be programmed into the call channel. q Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥...

  • Page 48: Scan Operation

    SCAN OPERATION I Scan types Scanning searches for signals automatically and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. FULL SCAN (p. 38) Band Band edge edge Scan Jump MEMORY SCAN (p. 38) SKIP SKIP M 199 NOTE: A tone scan function is available to search for subaudible tones (e.g.

  • Page 49: I Scan Start/Stop

    I Scan start/stop D Preparation Scan resume condition (p. 42); program the scan edges (pgs. 39, 40); program 2 or more memory channels (pgs. 25, 26); set skip settings, if desired (p. 41). D Operation q Select VFO mode for full/programmed scan with [V/MHz(SCAN)];...

  • Page 50: I Scan Edges Programming

    SCAN OPERATION I Scan edges programming Scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edges, 1A/1b to 3A/3b, in memory channels. q Set the edge frequency of the desired frequency range in VFO mode: ➥...
  • Page 51 D Programming scan edges via microphone z Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency via the keypad or [Y]/[Z]. x Push [FUNC] then [ A(MW)] momentarily. c Push [Y] or [Z] to select scan edge channels, 1A, 2A or 3A.

  • Page 52: I Skip Channel Setting

    SCAN OPERATION I Skip channel setting The memory skip function speeds up scanning by checking only those memory channels not set as skip channels. Set skip channels as follows. q Select a memory channel: ➥ Push [M/CALL(PRIO)] to select memory mode. ➥...

  • Page 53: I Scan Resume Condition

    I Scan resume condition The scan resume condition can be selected as timer or pause scan. The selected resume condition is also used for priority watch. (p. 44) The display shows that the scan will resume 15 sec. after it stops. q Push [SET(LOCK)] to enter set mode.

  • Page 54: Priority Watch

    PRIORITY WATCH I Priority watch types Priority watch checks for signals on a VFO frequency every 5 sec. while operating on a memory channel. The transceiver has 3 priority watch types to suit your needs. You can transmit on the VFO frequency while the priority watch operates. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition.

  • Page 55: I Priority Watch Operation

    I Priority watch operation q Select VFO mode; then, set an operating frequency. w Set the watching channel(s). For memory channel watch: Select the desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: Select memory mode; then, push [V/MHz(SCAN)] for 1 sec. to start memory scan. For call channel watch: Select the call channel by pushing [M/CALL(PRIO)] sev- eral times.

  • Page 56: Dtmf Memory Encoder

    DTMF MEMORY ENCODER I Programming a DTMF code DTMF codes are used for autopatching, controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 10 DTMF memory chan- nels (d0–d9) for storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 24 digits. z Push [FUNC] then [ DTMF DTMF encoder ON.

  • Page 57: I Transmitting A Dtmf Code

    I Transmitting a DTMF code D Automatic transmission (DTMF memory) z Push [FUNC] then [ 6(DTMF)] to turn the DTMF DTMF memory encoder ON. • “d” appears in place of the 100 MHz digit. x Push [ B(D-OFF)] to enter the DTMF mem- ory programming condition.

  • Page 58: I Dtmf Speed

    DTMF MEMORY ENCODER I DTMF speed The rate at which DTMF memories send individual DTMF characters can be set to accommodate operating needs. q Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF. w While pushing [SET(LOCK)], push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON and enter initial set mode.

  • Page 59: Pocket Beep And Tone Squelch

    POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH I Pocket beep operation This function uses subaudible tones for calling and can be used as a “common pager” to inform you that someone has called while you were away from the transceiver. D Waiting for a call from a specific station q Set the operating frequency.
  • Page 60 POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH z Set the operating frequency. TSQLS x Program the CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS code in set mode. ➥ Push [ B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode. DTCSS ➥ Push [ B(D-OFF)] or [ several times until “Ct” for tone squelch or “dt”...

  • Page 61: I Tone/Dtcs Squelch Operation

    I Tone/DTCS squelch operation The tone or DTCS squelch opens only when receiving a sig- nal with the same pre-programmed subaudible tone or DTCS code, respectively. q Set the operating frequency. w Program the CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS code in set mode.

  • Page 62: I Tone Scan

    POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH I Tone scan By monitoring a signal that is being operated with pocket beep, tone or DTCS squelch function, you can determine the tone frequency or DTCS code necessary to open a squelch. q Set the channel to be checked for a tone frequency or code.

  • Page 63: Pager/Code Squelch

    I Pager function Optional UT-108 required This function uses DTMF codes for paging and can be used as a “message pager” to inform you of a caller’s identification even when you leave the transceiver temporarily unattended. Pager selective code (push [PTT]) Answer back (manual) Set both transceivers to either code squelch or...
  • Page 64 PAGER/CODE SQUELCH D D Code programming An ID code MUST be programmed into code channel C0. Up to 6 transmit codes are programmable into code channels, C1 to C6, if required. q Push [BANK(OPT)] for 1 sec. • Pager mode is selected. •...
  • Page 65 z Push [BANK/OPTION] for 1 sec. to select BANK/OPTION pager mode. • 100 MHz digit shows “P.” x Push [ B(D-OFF)] to enter to the code set mode. • One of either “CP” or “C0” to “C6” blinks. • “C0” is the ID code and “C1” to “C6” are the transmit code.

  • Page 66: I Pager Operation

    PAGER/CODE SQUELCH I Pager operation D Calling a specific station q Program the desired code channel in advance (p. 53). w Set the operating frequency. • Set the [VOL] and [SQL] to the desired level as in normal opera- tion. e Push [BANK(OPT)] for 1 sec.
  • Page 67 D Waiting for a call from a specific station q Set the operating frequency. w Push [BANK(OPT)] for 1 sec. • 100 MHz digit shows “P.” e Wait for a call. • When receiving a call, the caller’s ID or group code appears as shown at right.

  • Page 68: I Code Squelch

    PAGER/CODE SQUELCH I Code squelch Code squelch provides communications with quiet standby since you will only receive calls from stations which know your ID or group code. Each push of [PTT] sends a 3-digit code in order to open the receiving station’s code squelch prior to voice transmission.

  • Page 69: Other Functions

    I Set mode • Set mode operation q Push [SET(LOCK)] to enter the set mode. w Push [SET(LOCK)] or [MW(S.MW)] to select the desired item. e Rotate the tuning dial to select the condition or value. r Push [TONE(T-SCAN)] to exit set mode. •...
  • Page 70 OTHER FUNCTIONS D D Display dimmer Adjust to suit lighting conditions. The levels 1 (dark) to 4 (bright: default) are available. D D Display color The display color can be set to amber (default) or green. Amber setting (default) D D Repeater tone Sets subaudible tone frequency (encoder only) for repeater operation.
  • Page 71 D D Offset frequency Sets the duplex offset frequency within 0 to 20 MHz range. During duplex (repeater) operation, transmit frequency (or re- ceive when reverse function is set to ON) shifts the set fre- quency. (default value may differ depending on versions) D D Reverse mode Sets the reverse function ON and OFF (default).
  • Page 72 OTHER FUNCTIONS D D Channel skip setting Sets channel skip setting from ON and OFF for memory skip scan operation. This item appears when set mode is accessed from memory mode only. Scans the memory channel. (does not skip; default) D D Wide/Narrow setting Sets both the transmission and reception passband width from wide and narrow.

  • Page 73: I Initial Set Mode

    I Initial set mode The initial set mode is accessed at power ON and al- lows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this way, you can “customize” transceiver operations to suit your preference and operating style. • Initial set mode items •...
  • Page 74 OTHER FUNCTIONS D D Key-touch beep The key-touch beep can be turned OFF for silent operation. (default: ON) D D Time-out timer To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the trans- ceiver has a time-out timer. This function cuts a transmission OFF after 1–30 min.
  • Page 75 D D Auto power OFF The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a specified period with a beep when no key operations are per- formed. 30 min., 1 hour, 2 hours and OFF (default) can be specified. The specified period is retained even when the transceiver is turned OFF by the auto power OFF function.

  • Page 76: I Weather Channel Operation

    OTHER FUNCTIONS D D Display type Selects LCD indication type from frequency, channel number and channel names. • FR : Shows frequency (default) • CH : Shows channel number* • NM : Shows channel names* *Memory channels only can be selected. Frequency indication setting D D Squelch attenuator Turns the squelch attenuator function ON and OFF.
  • Page 77 D D Weather alert function NOAA broadcast stations transmit weather alert tones before important weather announcements. When the weather alert function is turned ON, the selected weather channel is moni- tored each 5 sec. for the announcement. When the alert sig- nal is detected, the “AL.T”...

  • Page 78: I Microphone Keys

    OTHER FUNCTIONS I Microphone keys The supplied HM-133V’s (optional for some versions) [F-1] and [F-2] keys memorize the transceiver conditions. The [UP]/[DN] keys of the standard or an optional microphone (other than the HM-133V) can be assigned functions like the function keys on the transceiver’s front panel.

  • Page 79: I Partial Reset

    I Partial reset If you want to initialize the operating conditions (VFO fre- quency, VFO settings, set mode contents) without clearing the memory contents, a partial resetting function is available for the transceiver. ➥ While pushing [V/MHz(SCAN)], turn the power ON to par- tially reset the transceiver.

  • Page 80: I Data Cloning

    OTHER FUNCTIONS I Data cloning Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the pro- grammed contents from one transceiver to another; or , data from a personal computer to a transceiver using the optional CS-V8000 CLONING SOFTWARE D Cloning between transceivers q Connect the OPC-474 cloning cable to the [SP] jack of the master and sub-transceivers.
  • Page 81 D Cloning using a personal computer Data can be cloned to and from a personal computer (Mi- crosoft Windows 95/98/ME) using the optional CS-V8000 ® ® and the optional OPC-478 CLONING SOFTWARE . Consult the CS-V8000 CABLE CLONING SOFTWARE for details. D Cloning error NOTE: DO NOT push any key on the sub-transceiver dur- ing cloning.

  • Page 82: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE I Troubleshooting PROBLEM No power comes on. • Power connector has a poor contact. • Polarity of the power connection is reversed. • Blown fuse. No sound comes from the • Volume is too low. speaker. • The audio mute function is activated. •...

  • Page 83: I Fuse Replacement

    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Some memory channels • The input channel number has not yet been pro- cannot be selected via the grammed. microphone keypad. Scan does not operate. • The squelch is open. • Only 1 memory channel is programmed or other channels are set as skip channels.

  • Page 84: I Optional Unit Installation

    MAINTENANCE I Optional unit installation q Remove the 3 allen-socket bolts from the front panel using with an allen wrench (2.5 mm; Allen-socket bolts w Detach the front panel from the main unit. e Remove the protective paper attached to the bottom of the optional unit to expose the adhesive strip.

  • Page 85: Specifications And Options

    I Specifications GENERAL • Frequency coverage Tx: 144–148/Rx: 136–174* Asia, CSA Tx: 144–148/Rx: 136–174* (Central South America) Australia Tx/Rx: 144–148 Taiwan, Korea Tx/Rx: 144–146 *Guaranteed: 144–148 MHz range only. • Type of emission : FM • Number of memory channels : 207 (incl. 6 scan edges and 1 call) •...

  • Page 86: Mode Arrangement

    MODE ARRANGEMENT V/MHz M/CALL SCAN MEMORY MODE (p. 24) MONI for 1 sec. BANK CHANNEL NAME INDICATION (p. 30) VFO mode (p. 9) V/MHz SCAN PRIO V/MHz SCAN M/CALL PRIO CALL CHANNEL (p. 35) WEATHER CHANNEL (p. 65)* MONI for 1 sec. BANK CHANNEL (p.
  • Page 87 SET MODE Display dimmer (p. 59) Display color (p. 59) Repeater tone (p. 59) LOCK Tone squelch tone (p. 59) DTCS code and polarity (p. 59) Offset frequency (p. 60) Reverse mode (p. 60) Turn power ON while pushing [SET(LOCK)]. Tuning step (p.
  • Page 88 A-6115D-1EX Printed in Japan 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003 Japan 2001 Icom Inc. ©...

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