Basic Operation; Selecting A Channel; Receiving And Transmitting - Icom IC-F1000 Series Operating Manual

■ Selecting a channel

There are several types of channel selections. Methods may
differ, depending on the presetting. Consult your dealer for
details.
NON-ZONE TYPE:
To select the desired operating channel:
Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR].
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[CH Up] or [CH Down].
Push
➥
Push one of [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4].
➥
[Prio A], [Prio B], [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Re-
Push
➥
write)].
ZONE TYPE:
To select the desired operating channel:
Push [Zone], then push [CH Up] or [CH Down].
➥
AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:
Channel setting is not necessary for this scan type. When
turning ON the power, the transceiver automatically starts
scanning. Scanning stops when a signal is received.

BASIC OPERATION

■ Receiving and transmitting

CAUTION:
Attach an antenna before transmitting.
Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans-
ceiver.
Receiving:
Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power.
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[ROTARY SELECTOR], or push one of the memo-
Rotate
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ry channel keys, [MR-CH1] to [MR-CH4], to select a chan-
nel.
e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a
comfortable listening level.
Transmitting:
Wait until the channel is clear to avoid interference.
While holding down [PTT], speak at a normal voice level.
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[PTT] to receive.
Release
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IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your signal:
1. After pushing [PTT], pause briefly before you start
speaking.
2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from
your mouth, then speak at a normal voice level.
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