Icom IF5061 Instruction Manual
Icom IF5061 Instruction Manual

Icom IF5061 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
iF5061
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UHF MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
iF6061
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MOBILE TRANSCEIVER iF5061 iF5063 UHF MOBILE TRANSCEIVER iF6061 iF6063...
  • Page 2: Important

    See the operating guide for details of BIIS, MDC and LTR system operations. Ask your dealer for details. Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The transceiver will become hot when operating continuously for long periods. For U.S.A. only CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not ex- pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT ... i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ...
  • Page 4: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front panel q AF VOLUME CONTROL KNOB [VOL] Rotate the knob to adjust the audio output level. • Minimum audio level is pre-programmed. w LED INDICATOR ➥ Lights red while transmitting a signal. ➥ Lights green while receiving a signal. e UP/DOWN KEYS [CH Up]/[CH Down] Push to select an operating channel, etc.
  • Page 5: I Function Display

    I Function display I c o m I n c . q SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR Indicates relative signal strength level as below. Weak Receive Signal level Strong w LOW POWER INDICATOR Appears when low output power is selected. e AUDIBLE INDICATOR ➥...
  • Page 6: I Programmable Function Keys

    The following functions can be assigned to [UP], [DOWN], [P0], [P1], [P2], [P3] and [P4] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details con- cerning your transceivers programming. If the programmable function names are bracketed in the fol- lowing explanations, the specific key is used to activate the...
  • Page 7 PRIO A/B KEYS ➥ Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel. ➥ Push and hold [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Rewrite)] to set the operating channel as the Priority A or Priority B chan- nel. MR-CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS Push to select the memory channel 1 to 4 directly.
  • Page 8 PANEL DESCRIPTION HIGH/LOW KEY Push to select the transmit output power temporarily or per- manently, depending on the pre-setting. • Ask your dealer for the output power level for each selection. C.TONE CH ENT KEY Push to select the continuous tone channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down] to change the tone frequency/code setting after push- ing this key.
  • Page 9 TX CODE ENTER KEY (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only) Push to enter the ID code edit mode directly, for both 5-tone and MSK. Then set the desired digit using [CH Up]/ [CH Down]. (p. 11) TX CODE CHANNEL SELECT KEY ➥...
  • Page 10 PANEL DESCRIPTION D For Digital mode operation only TALKGROUP KEY Push to enter the talkgroup ID code selection mode. Then select the desired talkgroup ID code using [CH Up]/[CH Down]. (p. 12) TX STATUS KEY Push to enter the Status message selection mode. Then select the desired Status message using [CH Up]/[CH Down].
  • Page 11: Basic Operation

    I Turning power ON q Push [ ] to turn the power ON. w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up password, input the digit codes as directed by your dealer. • The keys as below can be used for password input: The transceiver detects numbers in the same block as identical.
  • Page 12: I Call Procedure

    BASIC OPERATION I Call procedure When your system employs tone signaling (excluding CTCSS and DTCS), the call procedure may be necessary prior to voice transmission. The tone signalling employed may be a selec- tive calling system which allows you to call specific station(s) only and prevent unwanted stations from contacting you.
  • Page 13: D Transmitting Notes

    D Transmitting notes • Transmit inhibit function The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict transmission under the following conditions: - The channel is in mute condition (‘Inaudible’ condition; “ ” does not appear.) - The channel is busy. - Un-matched (or matched) CTCSS is received. (Depending on the pre-setting) - Un-matched (or matched) RAN is received.* (Depending on the pre-setting)
  • Page 14: D Tx Code Number Edit

    BASIC OPERATION D TX code number edit (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only) If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] or [TX Code Enter] assigned to it, TX code contents can be edited within the allowable digits. USING [TX CODE CH SELECT] KEY: q Push [TX Code CH Select] to enter the TX code channel selection mode.
  • Page 15: D Talkgroup Id Code Selection

    D Talkgroup ID code selection (Digital mode operation only) If the transceiver has [Talkgroup] assigned to it, the indication can be toggled between the operating channel name (and the channel number)* and the Talkgroup ID name (or ID code if the ID name is not programmed.) When the Talkgroup ID name (or ID code) is displayed, [CH Up] or [CH Down] selects the desired Talkgroup ID name (or ID code).
  • Page 16: D Dtmf Transmission

    BASIC OPERATION D DTMF transmission If the transceiver has [DTMF Autodial] assigned to it, the auto- matic DTMF transmission function is available. Up to 8 DTMF channels are available. q Push [DTMF Autodial]— a DTMF channel appears. w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired DTMF channel.
  • Page 17: I User Set Mode

    I User set mode User set mode is accessed with [User Set Mode] and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this case you can “customize” the transceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the user set mode: q While pushing and holding [P1] and [P2], push [ the power ON.
  • Page 18: Connection And Maintenance

    CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE I Rear panel connection q ANTENNA CONNECTOR Antenna Connects to an antenna. Contact your dealer about antenna selection and placement. y DC POWER RECEPTACLE Connects to a 12 V DC battery. Pay atten- tion to polarities. NEVER connect to a 24 V battery.
  • Page 19: I Supplied Accessories

    I Supplied Accessories Microphone Microphone hanger and screw set Function name DC power cable stickers* Mounting bracket Flat washers and felts Spring washers Nuts Felts are already attached. Used for labelling the programmable function keys according to their assin- ged functions. Used for the optional unit installation.
  • Page 20: I Antenna

    CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE I Antenna A key element in the performance of any communication sys- tem is an antenna. Contact your dealer about antennas and the best places to mount them. I Fuse replacement A fuse is installed in the supplied DC power cable. If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, track down the source of the problem if possible, and replace the damaged fuse with a new rated one.
  • Page 21: Safety Training Information

    “PTT” switch. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.
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  • Page 24 A-6565D-1EX-q Printed in Japan © 2006–2007 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.

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