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Icom iC-F3161DT Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF TRANSCEIVER
iF3161DT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the condition that this device does not cause
harmful interference.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVER iF3161DT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

  • Page 2: Explicit Definitions

    Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery for the IC-F3161DT VHF TRANSCEIVER. packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit • See the operating guide for details of Digital, BIIS, MDC...
  • Page 3 Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor- DO NOT porated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, modify the transceiver.

  • Page 4: Voice Coding Technology

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni- cian for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT ................i ■ Scrambler function .............16 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ............i ■ Stun function ..............16 PRECAUTIONS ..............i ■ Automatic Key Lock function ........16 VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY ........iii ■ AAR Channel Entry ............17 FCC INFORMATION ............iii 4 BATTERY CHARGING ..........18–22 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............

  • Page 6: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES ■ Supplied accessories D Battery pack To attach the battery pack: Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direc- The following accessories are supplied. tion of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery release button. •...

  • Page 7: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES D Belt clip D Connector cover To attach the belt clip: Attach the connector cover when the optional equipment is q Remove the battery pack if it is attached. not used. w Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow, until the belt To attach the connector To detach the connector clip is locked and makes a ‘click’...

  • Page 8: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel r DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Side1] Desired function can be programmed by your dealer. (p. 5) t PTT SWITCH [PTT] Speaker Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. y DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [Side2]/[Side3] Desired function can be programmed independently by Microphone your dealer.

  • Page 9: Function Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display !0 MULTI-CONNECTOR Connect an optional equipment. Connector cover NOTE: Attach the connec- tor cover when the optional equipment is not used. See p. 2 for details. CALA TXCU TXC !1 BUSY/TRANSMIT INDICATOR q SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR ➥...

  • Page 10: Programmable Function Keys

    [Side2], [Side3], [P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3] programmable u CALL CODE MEMORY INDICATOR function keys. Appears when the call code memory is selected. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details i BATTERY INDICATOR concerning your transceivers programming. Appears or blinks when the battery power decreases to a If the programmable function names are bracketed in the specified level.
  • Page 11 PANEL DESCRIPTION ZONE KEY “ZONE” SCAN ADD/DEL (TAG) KEY “SCAD” Push this key, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select ➥ Push to add the channel to, or delete it from, the current the desired zone. When [Rotary selector] selects “operating scanning list.
  • Page 12 PANEL DESCRIPTION MONI KEY “MON” LONE WORKER KEY “LONE” ➥ Push to mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-tone Push to turn the Lone Worker function ON or OFF. squelch mute. Open any squelch/deactivate any mute • If the Lone Worker function is activated, the Emergency function is automatically turned ON after the specified time period has passed while pushing and holding this key.
  • Page 13 PANEL DESCRIPTION C.TONE CH ENT KEY “TSEL” CALL KEYS “CALL” “CALA” “CALB” Push to enter the continuous tone channel selection mode. Push to transmit a 2/5-tone or BIIS ID code. Then select the desired tone frequency/code setting with [CH • Call transmission is necessary before you call another station depending on your signaling system.

  • Page 14: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION TX CODE CHANNEL SELECT KEY “TXC” USER SET MODE KEY “SET” Push to enter the TX code channel selection mode. Then set ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter user set mode. the desired channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down]. (pp. 13, 14) •...

  • Page 15: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Turning power ON D Battery type selection Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. The battery type must be selected according to the attaching (p.

  • Page 16: Channel Selection

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Channel selection AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE: Several types of channel selections are available. Methods may differ according to your system set up. Channel setting is not necessary for this type. When turning power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning. NON-ZONE TYPE: Scanning stops when receiving a call.

  • Page 17: Call Procedure

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Call procedure ■ Receiving and transmitting When your system employs tone signalling (excluding NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the CTCSS and DTCS), this call procedure may be necessary transceiver. See (p. 1) for accessory attachments. prior to voice transmission.

  • Page 18: D Transmitting Notes

    BASIC OPERATION D Transmitting notes D TX code channel selection • Transmit inhibit function If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it, The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict the indication can be toggled between the operating channel transmission under the following conditions: number (or name) and TX code channel number (or name).

  • Page 19: D Dtmf Transmission

    BASIC OPERATION D TX code number edit USING [TX CODE ENTER] KEY: (PMR operation only) q After pushing [TX Code CH Select], push [CH Up] or [CH If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] or [TX Code Down], Enter] assigned to it, TX code contents can be edited within or push [TX Code CH Up] or [TX Code CH Down] to select the allowable digits.

  • Page 20: User Set Mode

    BASIC OPERATION ■ User Set Mode ■ Emergency Transmission User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to When [Emergency] is pushed for the specified time period, set seldom-changed settings. You can “customize” the trans- an emergency signal is automatically transmitted. (p. 8) ceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style.

  • Page 21: Scrambler Function

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Scrambler function ■ Automatic Key Lock function The voice scrambler function provides private communication When [Lock] is assigned to any key and the Automatic Key between stations. All versions have a built-in frequency inver- Lock timer is pre-programmed* by your dealer, the key lock sion type scrambler;...

  • Page 22: Aar Channel Entry

    BASIC OPERATION ■ AAR Channel Entry Depending on the pre-setting, the transceiver has the ➥ Push [1], [2], [3], then [#] to set the operating channel as TX Channel: 123 (Narrow), RX Channel: 123 (Narrow). capability to directly input the AAR (Association of American Railroads) channel, using the keypad.

  • Page 23: Battery Charging

    • R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery • R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, packs with Icom radios or Icom charger. Only Icom battery seawater, or any other liquids.
  • Page 24 If • R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves, distributor.

  • Page 25: Optional Battery Chargers

    BATTERY CHARGING ■ Optional battery chargers D Regular charging with the BC-171 D Rapid charging with the BC-160 The optional BC-171 provides regular charging of the Li-ion The optional BC-160 provides rapid charging of the Li-ion battery pack. battery pack. Charging period: Approximately 10 hours (with BP-232N) Charging period: Approximately 3 hours (with BP-232N) The following items are additionally required:...
  • Page 26 BATTERY CHARGING D AD-106 installation D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-106 The AD-106 must be installed into the The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of the Li-ion charger adapter BC-119N or BC-121N before battery charging. battery pack. Charging period: Approximately 3 hours (with BP-232N) q Connect the AD-106 and the BC-119N/ charger adapter...
  • Page 27 BATTERY CHARGING D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-106 IMPORTANT: Battery charging caution Ensure the guide tabs on the battery pack are correctly The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter. charged simultaneously.

  • Page 28: Battery Case

    BATTERY CASE ■ Optional battery case (BP-240) When using the optional battery case attached to the trans- Fig.1 ceiver, install 6 × AAA (LR03) size alkaline batteries as illus- BP-240 trated at right. q Unhook the battery cover release hook (q), and open the cover in the direction of the arrow (w).

  • Page 29: Speaker Microphone

    SPEAKER MICROPHONE ■ Optional HM-169/170GP ■ To attach description Attach the connector of the speaker-microphone into the multi connector on the transceiver and tighten the screw. TOP KEY GPS ANTENNA (for HM-170GP only) (for HM-170GP only) CAUTION: Attach Desired functions can multi connector snugly, but Microphone be programmed by...

  • Page 30: Swivel Belt Clip

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP ■ MB-93 contents r Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt. And insert the trans- ceiver into the belt clip until the base clip inserted fully into the groove. Qty. q Belt clip ................1 w Base clip ................1 ■...

  • Page 31: To Detach

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP ■ To detach CAUTION: q Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the arrow and pull out from the belt clip. HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN INSERTING THE TRANSCEIVER INTO, OR DETACHING IT FROM, THE BELT CLIP. Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the holder or swivel properly if the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged.

  • Page 32: Options

    OPTIONS D BATTERY PACKS • BC-160 + BC-145SA desktop charger ac adapter For rapid charging of battery pack. An AC adapter is sup- Battery pack Voltage Capacity Battery life* plied with the charger depending on versions. BP-230N 7.4 V 980 mAh 7.35 hrs.
  • Page 33 Icom transceiver. • AD-52 earphone adapter Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Provides clear receive audio in noisy environment. Icom transceiver in the event it is used with equipment that •...

  • Page 34: Vox Gain

    D About VS-1SC ptt case VOX gain and delay adjustment The VS-1SC is a VOX/PTT unit for Icom handheld transceiv- ers, and allows you hands-free operation. q Attach the connector of the VS-1SC into the multi-con- nector on the transceiver and tighten the screw.
  • Page 35 OPTIONS • VOX Delay The VOX delay time can be set from 0.5 to 3.0 sec. (0.5 sec. step) for a convenient interval before returning to receive. [Side2] VOX DLY0.5 VOX DLY3.0 Push [Side3] SET TXCU TXC CALA SET TXCU TXC CALA 0.5 sec (min.) 3.0 sec (max.)

  • Page 36: Safety Training Information

    • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away sure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt- 300 GHz. clips listed on page 27 when attaching the radio to your belt, •...
  • Page 37 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION 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. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
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  • Page 40 A-6745H-1US-w Printed in Japan © 2009–2011 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.

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