Important; Features; Explicit Definitions - Icom ID-50A Basic Manual

Thank you for choosing this Icom product. This product is designed and built with Icom's
state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should
provide you with years of trouble-free operation.
This product combines traditional analog technologies with Digital Smart Technologies for
Amateur Radio (D-STAR), for a balanced package.

■ Important

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This instruction manual contains basic operating
instructions for the ID-50A/ID-50E. For advanced operating instructions, see the
Advanced manual for details.
The Advanced manual can be downloaded from the following internet address:
https://www.icomjapan.com/support/

■ Features

z D-STAR operation: The ID-50A/ID-50E has the D-STAR Repeater (DR) function.
z The Dualwatch function can simultaneously receive two different bands or modes.
z A built-in GPS receiver to check your current location.
z The Voice recorder records your QSO conversation, voice audio for TX, and
microphone voice audio.
z A microSD card slot that can accept different cards to backup settings, various
memories, the GPS log, and so on.
z A USB connector for data transmission or battery charging.
z The waterfall display of the Band Scope function to display signal strengths over time.

■ Explicit definitions

WORD
RDANGER!
RWARNING!
CAUTION
NOTE
Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or performance of any Icom or
non-Icom equipment, if the malfunction is because of:
• Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earthquakes, storms, floods,
lightning, or other natural disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive
contamination.
• The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved
by Icom.
About weld lines
This product's surfaces may have streaks called "weld lines," that occur during the
molding process, and are not cracks or flaws.
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Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur.
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.
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