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Icom IC-F61M Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
UHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
iF61M

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL UHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER iF61M...

  • Page 2: Important

    FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing this Icom transceiver. The IC-F61M uhf marine is designed and built with Icom’s state of the art technology transceiver and craftsmanship. With proper care this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. IMPORTANT...

  • Page 3: Recommendation

    RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before opera- tion. Otherwise, the transceiver’s keys, switches and controllers may become inoperable due to salt crystallization. NOTE: DO NOT wash the transceiver in water if there is any reason to suspect the waterproofing may not be effective.

  • Page 4: Precautions

    DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason. DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. The IC-F61M is not the explosion- proof construction. BE CAREFUL! The IC-F61M meets IP67* requirements for dust- tight and waterproof protection.

  • Page 5: Operating Notes

    • If you wear a portable two-way transceiver on your body, ensure that the antenna is at least 2.5 cm from your body when transmitting. Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorpo- rated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain,...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ..................i IMPORTANT ..................i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..............i RECOMMENDATION ................ii PRECAUTIONS ...................iii OPERATING NOTES................iv TABLE OF CONTENTS ............... v 1 ACCESSORIES ................. 1–3 ■ Supplied accessories ..............1 ■ Accessory attachments .............. 2 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ............
  • Page 7 7 SWIVEL BELT CLIP .............. 37–38 ■ Optional MB-86 contents ............37 ■ Attaching ................... 37 ■ Detaching.................. 38 8 OPTIONS ................39–42 9 TROUBLESHOOTING ............43–44 10 UHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ........... 45 11 SPECIFICATIONS ................ 46 12 COUNTRY CODE LIST ..............47...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES ■ Supplied accessories Antenna Battery pack Jack cover Key sticker* Belt clip There are no names on the programmable function keys since the functions can be freely assigned to [P0] to [P3], [Red], [ and [ ] keys. Put the supplied key stickers on the appropriate keys for easy recognition of that key’s assigned function.

  • Page 9: Accessory Attachments

    ACCESSORIES ■ Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION: • NEVER HOLD the antenna when carrying the transceiver. • Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. D Battery pack To attach the battery pack: Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direction of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery release button.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES D Jack cover Attach the jack cover when the optional equipment is not used. To attach the jack cover: To detach the jack cover: q Insert the jack cover into the e Unscrew the screw using a [SP MIC] jack. phillips screwdriver.

  • Page 11: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front, top and side panels Speaker Microphone Function display (p. 6) q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. w RED BUTTON The desired function can be assigned by your dealer. (p. 7) e ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna.
  • Page 12 PANEL DESCRIPTION r EXTERNAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE JACK [SP MIC] Connects the optional speaker-microphone, etc. [SP MIC] jack cover NOTE: KEEP the [SP MIC] jack cover attached to the transceiver when the optional equipment is not used. (See p. 3 for details) t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3] The desired functions can be assigned independently by your dealer.

  • Page 13: Function Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display q RECORD INDICATOR ➥ Appears when an unread message is in the memory. ➥ Blinks while recording. w LOW POWER INDICATOR Appears when low output power is selected. e AUDIBLE INDICATOR ➥ Appears when the channel is in the ‘audible’ (unmute) condition. ➥...

  • Page 14: Programmable Function Keys

    [Red], [ ] and [ ] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concern- ing your transceivers programming. If the programmable function names are bracketed in the following explanations, the specific key is used to activate the function de- pending on the programming.
  • Page 15 PANEL DESCRIPTION SCAN B START/STOP KEY ➥ Push to start and cancel scanning operation. Scan resumes after a specific time period has passed when scan is cancelled except for this key. ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to indicate the scan group, then select the desired scan group using [CH Up]/[CH Down].
  • Page 16 PANEL DESCRIPTION MONITOR KEY ➥ Activates one of the following functions on each channel inde- pendently. • Push and hold for 1 sec. to un-mute the channel (audio is emitted; ‘Audible’ condition). • Push to mute the channel (sets to ‘Inaudible’ only). NOTE: The un-mute condition (‘Audible’...
  • Page 17 PANEL DESCRIPTION TALK AROUND KEY Push to turn the talk around function ON or OFF. • The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the re- ceive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver communication. DTMF AUTODIAL KEY ➥ Push to enter the DTMF channel selection mode. Then select the desired DTMF channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down].
  • Page 18 PANEL DESCRIPTION EMERGENCY KEYS Push and hold to transmit an emergency call. • The emergency call transmits with beeps; the display does not change. • The transceiver can transmit an emergency call silently or with the display changes depending on the pre-setting. Ask your dealer for details.

  • Page 19: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION COMPANDER KEY Push to turn the compander function ON or OFF. The compander function reduces noise components from the trans- mitting audio to provide clearer communication. USER SET MODE KEY ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter the User Set mode. •...

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Turning power ON q Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON. • When the opening vibration function is turned ON, the transceiver vibrates for 2 sec. Ask your dealer for details. w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up password, input digit codes as directed by your dealer.

  • Page 21: Call Procedure

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Call procedure When your system employs tone signalling (excluding CTCSS and DTCS), this 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 pre- vent unwanted stations from contacting you.

  • Page 22: Receiving And Transmitting

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving and transmitting NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans- ceiver. See page 2 for antenna attachment. Receiving: q Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON. w Push [CH Up]/[CH Down] to select a channel. e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a com- fortable listening level.

  • Page 23: D Transmitting Notes

    BASIC OPERATION D Receiving note • Vibration function (Depends on the version) When the matched RX code signal is received, the transceiver may vibrate for a specific time period, depending on the pre-set- ting. Push any key or [PTT] to stop the vibration. NOTE: •...

  • Page 24: D Tx Code Channel Selection

    BASIC OPERATION D TX code channel selection If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it, the indi- cation can be toggled between the operating channel number (or name) and TX code channel number (or name). When the TX code channel number (or name) is displayed, [CH Up] or [CH Down] se- lects the TX code channel.

  • Page 25: D Dtmf Transmission

    BASIC OPERATION e Push [TX Code CH Select] to select the desired digit to be ed- ited. r Push [CH Up]/[CH Down] to select the desired digit. t Push [TX Code CH Select] to set. The digit to the right will blink automatically.

  • Page 26: User Set Mode

    BASIC OPERATION ■ User set mode The User Set mode allows you to set seldom-changed settings. If the transceiver has [User Set Mode] assigned to it, you can “cus- tomize” the transceiver operation to suit your preferences and op- erating style. Entering the user set mode: q Push and hold [User Set Mode] for 1 sec.

  • Page 27: Emergency Transmission

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Emergency transmission When [Emergency] is pushed and held for the specific time period, an emergency signal is automatically transmitted. When [Emergency] is pushed and held for the specific time pe- riod, the DTMF or 5-tone* emergency signal is transmitted once or repeatedly on the emergency channel.

  • Page 28: Recording Function (Depends On The Version)

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Recording function (Depends on the version) The transceiver has a recording function that records the TX/RX voice messages. When the specific ID is received, the automatic recording function activates and records the voice message for a specific time period. Or, if the transceiver has [Playback/Rec] assigned to it, manual re- cording is also available.
  • Page 29 BASIC OPERATION e Release [PTT] to receive. • The RX voice message is recorded. r Push [Playback/Rec] again to stop recording. • “ ” stops blinking. • The recording operation automatically stops after the following: the recording memory is full, pushing any key but [PTT], or transmit- ting a single tone.

  • Page 30: Battery Charging

    R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom charger. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use and charge with Icom radios or Icom charger. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or charger may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.
  • Page 31 R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnormal odour, heats up, or is discoloured or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor. R WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the battery.

  • Page 32: D Charging Caution

    CAUTION: NEVER charge the battery outside of the specific tem- perature range: +10˚C to +40˚C. Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚C. The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specific temperature range. Additionally, battery perform-...

  • Page 33: Optional Battery Chargers

    BATTERY CHARGING ■ Optional battery chargers D Regular charging with the BC-152N q Attach the BC-152N to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired. w Connect the AC adapter as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger.
  • Page 34 If you are unable to solve the problem through the use of these solutions, the battery pack or the charger may be damaged, or the battery life may be over. In that case, contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center. NOTE: After charging is completed, the BC-152N will automatically re- charge the battery pack when the battery voltage decreases.
  • Page 35 BATTERY CHARGING D Rapid charging with the BC-190 q Attach the BC-190 to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired. w Connect the AC adapter (BC-123S; may be supplied with the BC-190 depending on the version) as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger.
  • Page 36 BATTERY CHARGING D For your convenience Eyelet USE a rubber band to secure the transceiver while charging with BC-152N/BC-190, desired.
  • Page 37 BATTERY CHARGING D AD-100 installation The AD-100 must be installed into the BC-119N charger adapter or BC-121N before battery charging. q Attach the plugs from the BC-119N/BC-121N to the AD-100 charger adapter w Secure the AD-100 into the holder space of the BC-119N/BC- 121N with the supplied screws.
  • Page 38 BATTERY CHARGING D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-100 The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of the optional Li- Ion battery pack. The following items are additionally required: • An AD-100 charger adapter • An AC adapter (may be supplied with the BC-119N depending on the version) or a DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L).

  • Page 39: Battery Charging

    BATTERY CHARGING D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-100 The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following items are additionally required. • Six AD-100 charger adapter • An AC adapter (BC-157S) or a DC power cable (OPC-656) Transceiver *See the instruction Battery pack...

  • Page 40: Battery Case

    BATTERY CASE ■ Optional battery case (BP-226) When using the optional battery case attached to the transceiver, install 5 × AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated at right. q Hook your finger under the latch, and open the cover in the direc- tion of the arrow (q).
  • Page 41 BATTERY CASE Latch BP-226 Fig.1 Fig.2 Ribbon Fig.3 Gasket Ribbon...

  • Page 42: Speaker-Microphone

    SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ■ Optional HM-168 description Alligator type clip To attach the speaker-mic. to your shirt or collar, etc. PTT switch Transmits while pushed Receives while released Microphone Speaker Turn the transceiver power OFF when connecting the HM-168. NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver.

  • Page 43: Attachment

    SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ■ Attachment Attach the connector of the speaker-microphone into the [SP MIC] jack on the transceiver and tighten the screw with a coin or flat head screwdriver. CAUTION: Attach multi connector snugly, but do not overtighten. A loose connection will al- low water intrusion into the connector;...

  • Page 44: Swivel Belt Clip

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP ■ Optional MB-86 contents Qty. q Belt clip ..................1 w Base clip ..................1 e Screws ..................2 ■ Attaching q Attach the base clip to the back of the transceiver. Supplied screws Base clip w Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt and insert the base clip into the belt clip.

  • Page 45: Detaching

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it will swivel 360 de- grees. ■ Detaching Turn the transceiver upside down, and pull out from the belt clip. Then detach the base clip from the back of the transceiver. CAUTION: HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY WHEN ATTACHING OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP.

  • Page 46: Options

    OPTIONS D BATTERY PACK/CASE • BP-226 battery case Battery case for 5 × AA (LR6) alkaline cells. The BP-226 meets IPX4 requirements for splash resistance*. When it is connected, the transceiver corresponds to IPX4. • BP-227/BP-274 battery packs Voltage : 7.4 V Capacity : BP-227;...

  • Page 47: D Belt Clips

    OPTIONS D BELT CLIPS • MB-86 swivel belt clip • MB-98 belt clip Exclusive alligator-type belt clip. • MB-96N/MB-96F leather belt hangers D OTHER OPTIONS • HM-138/HM-168 speaker microphones Full-sized speaker-microphones including alligator type clip to attach to your shirt or collar, etc. HM-138 : The HM-138 is waterproof protection*.
  • Page 48 OPTIONS D About VS-1SC ptt case The VS-1SC is a VOX/PTT unit for Icom handheld transceivers, and allows you hands-free operation. An optional headset (HS-94, etc.) is required for operation. • The VOX (Voice Operated Transmission) function starts transmission without pushing PTT switch when you speak into the microphone;...

  • Page 49: Options

    OPTIONS VOX gain and delay adjustment q Attach the connector of the VS-1SC into the [SP MIC] jack on the transceiver and tighten the screw. • Toggle the toggle switch to [VOX]. w Push and hold [User Set Mode] for 1 sec. to enter the User Set mode.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the fol- lowing points before sending it to a service centre. <Problem> The transceiver’s power cannot be turned ON. <Solution> • The battery is depleted. ➥ Recharge the battery pack (pp. 26–32). •...
  • Page 51 TROUBLESHOOTING <Problem> “OVERVOLT” comment blinks. <Solution> • The connected battery pack’s voltage is more than 10 V. ➥ Verify the battery voltage is correct in the User set mode (p. 19). <Problem> Transmitting continuously while not speaking when using VOX function. <Solution>...

  • Page 52: Uhf Marine Channel List

    UHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST • Single frequency simplex channels Frequency (MHz) 467.525 467.550 467.575 457.525 457.550 457.575 • Two-frequency semi-duplex channels for use with repeater only Frequency (MHz) Repeater RX Repeater TX 467.525 457.525 467.550 457.550 467.575 457.575...

  • Page 53: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS D GENERAL • Frequency rage : 457.525–467.575 MHz • Mode : 16K0G3E • Power supply requirement : Specified Icom’s battery pack only • Current drain (at 7.2 V DC; approx.) Transmit 1.0 A (at 2 W ERP) Transmit 0.4 A (at 0.2 W ERP)

  • Page 54: Country Code List

    COUNTRY CODE LIST • ISO 3166-1 Country Codes Country Codes Austria 18 Liechtenstein Belgium 19 Lithuania Bulgaria 20 Luxembourg Croatia 21 Malta Czech Republic 22 Netherlands Cyprus 23 Norway Denmark 24 Poland Estonia 25 Portugal Finland 26 Romania 10 France 27 Slovakia 11 Germany 28 Slovenia...
  • Page 55 MEMO...
  • Page 56 < Intended Country of Use > A-6686H-1EU-w Printed in Japan © 2008−2013 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.

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