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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF TRANSCEIVERS
iF3100D
UHF TRANSCEIVERS
iF4100D
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.
Series
Series
Limited functions only
Limited functions only
The photo shows
the VHF transceiver.
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- Page 1 Limited functions only Limited functions only INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVERS iF3100D Series UHF TRANSCEIVERS iF4100D Series This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. The photo shows the VHF transceiver.
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Page 2: Important
IC-F3101D/IC-F3103D/IC-F3106D/IC-F3108D VHF TRANSCEIV- ERS and the IC-F4101D/IC-F4103D/IC-F4106D/IC-F4108D UHF TRANSCEIVERS. Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries. -
Page 3: Explicit Definitions
• Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earthquakes, storms, floods, lightnings, or other natural disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive contamination. • The use of Icom transceiver with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. -
Page 4: Precautions
Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom transceivers or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom transceivers or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst. - Page 5 DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. DO NOT push [PTT] when you do not actually intend to transmit. DO NOT operate or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below –30°C (+22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F).
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Page 6: Fcc Information
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. -
Page 7: Voice Coding Technology
VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY The AMBE+2™ voice coding Technology embodied in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding Technology is licensed solely for use within this Communications Equipment. -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ..................i IMPORTANT ..................i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..............ii PRECAUTIONS ...................iii FCC INFORMATION ................v VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY ............vi SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............... vi 1 ACCESSORIES ................. 1–4 ■ Accessory attachments .............. 1 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ............5–11 ■... - Page 9 4 IDAS OPERATION ..............25–30 ■ IDAS operation ................. 25 ■ IDAS-Trunk operation ............... 25 ■ Receiving a call................. 26 ■ Transmitting a call ..............28 ■ Position data transmission ............30 ■ Status message transmission ........... 30 ■ Encryption function ..............30 5 BATTERY CHARGING ............
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Page 10: Accessories
ACCESSORIES ■ Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the flexible antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION: • NEVER carry the transceiver by holding the antenna. • DO NOT connect the antenna other than listed on page 44. • Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. -
Page 11: Belt Clip
ACCESSORIES D Belt clip To attach the belt clip: ➥ Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip locks in place, and makes a ‘click’ sound. Belt clip Battery pack To detach the belt clip: q Remove the battery pack from the transceiver, if it is attached. -
Page 12: Battery Pack Or Case
ACCESSORIES D Battery pack or case To attach the battery pack or case: q Fit the battery pack/case in the direction of the arrow, then close w Hook the latch until it makes a ‘click’ sound. Battery pack/case Latch To remove the battery pack/case: Be careful! The latch is tightly locked, so use caution when re- leasing it. -
Page 13: Accessories
ACCESSORIES NEVER remove or attach the battery pack/case when the trans- ceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust getting into the transceiver, battery pack/case, and may result in them being damaged. NOTE: Keep the battery terminals clean. It's a good idea to occasionally clean them. -
Page 14: Panel Description
PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front, top and side panels ROTARY SELECTOR VOLUME ANTENNA CONTROL CONNECTOR LED INDICATOR PTT SWITCH Speaker SPEAKER- UPPER KEY MICROPHONE LOWER KEY JACK Microphone q ROTARY SELECTOR Rotate to select the pre-programmed memory channels or scan lists, depending on the pre-programming. w VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Rotate to turn the power ON or OFF, and adjust the audio level. - Page 15 PANEL DESCRIPTION e STATUS INDICATOR (p. 7) ➥ Lights red* while transmitting. * When the optional battery case is attached, the LED indicator lights orange. ➥ Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is open. ➥ Lights/blinks orange when the matched 2/5-Tone code is re- ceived, depending on the pre-programming.
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Page 16: Led Indicator
PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ LED indicator The LED indicator indicates the status of various parameters of the transceiver as follows; (Ref.; R=Red, G=Green, O=Orange) • TX: Lights Red while transmitting a signal. • RX: Lights Green while receiving a signal. • Call LED (ON): Turns ON while receiving a matched 2/5-Tone. •... -
Page 17: Programmable Function Keys
■ Programmable function keys The following functions can be assigned to the [Upper] and [Lower] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concerning your transceiver’s programming. SCAN Push to start and cancel the scanning operation. - Page 18 PANEL DESCRIPTION MONITOR, MONITOR (AUDIBLE) ➥ Push to turn the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2/5-Tone squelch Mute ON or OFF. • Only during LMR operation, push to open any squelch func- tions, or deactivate any mute functions. • Only during PMR operation, push to activate one or two of the following functions* on each channel.
- Page 19 PANEL DESCRIPTION WIDE/NARROW ➥ Push to switch the IF bandwidth to Wide. • The wide passband width can be selected from 20 or 25 kHz using the optional cloning software (PMR operation only). Ask your dealer for details. ➥ Hold down to switch the IF bandwidth to Narrow. CALL, CALL A, CALL B Push to transmit a 2/5-Tone code.
- Page 20 PANEL DESCRIPTION SIREN Hold down for 1 second to emit a siren sound. This function can be used for situations other than an emergency alert, such as a security alarm for example. The transceiver emits the siren sound until the power is turned OFF.
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Page 21: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION ■ Turning power ON Prior to using the transceiver for the first [VOL] time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. (p. 31) ➥ Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON. D Battery type selection The battery type must be selected according to the battery pack or case when it is changed, but only the first time it is used. -
Page 22: Channel Selection
BASIC OPERATION ■ Channel selection Several types of channel selecting methods are available. They may differ, according to your system set up. To select a desired operating channel, do one of the following. • Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR]. • Push one of memory channel keys, [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4]. •... -
Page 23: Call Procedure
BASIC OPERATION ■ Call procedure When your system employs tone signalling (excluding CTCSS and DTCS), the tone call procedure may be necessary prior to voice transmission. The tone signalling that is employed in the transceiver may be a selective calling system, which allows you to call only specific station(s), and prevent unwanted stations from contacting you. -
Page 24: Receiving And Transmitting
BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. See page 1 for antenna attachment. Receiving: q Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power. w Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR], or push one of the memory channel keys, [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4], to select a channel. -
Page 25: D Transmitting Notes
BASIC OPERATION D Transmitting notes • Transmit inhibit function The transceiver has several inhibit functions, which restrict trans- mission under the following conditions: - The channel is muted. (PMR operation only) - The channel is busy. - A signal with the un-matched (or matched) CTCSS (or DTCS) tone is received. -
Page 26: D Dtmf Transmission
BASIC OPERATION D DTMF transmission If the transceiver has [DTMF Autodial] assigned to it, the automatic DTMF transmission function is usable. ➥ Push [DTMF Autodial] to transmit the DTMF code. D Receiving a Stun, Kill and Revive command The dispatcher can send a 2/5-Tone signal that will stun, kill or re- vive your transceiver. -
Page 27: Setting The Microphone Gain
BASIC OPERATION ■ Setting the microphone gain Adjusts the microphone gain. q Rotate [VOL] to turn the trans- [ROTARY SELECTOR] ceiver power OFF. [VOL] w Set [ROTARY SELECTOR] to Channel 16. e While holding down [Upper], rotate [VOL] to turn ON the transceiver and enter the micro- phone gain adjustment mode. -
Page 28: Setting The Squelch Level
BASIC OPERATION ■ Setting the squelch level The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal, depending on the signal strength. q Rotate [VOL] to turn the trans- [ROTARY SELECTOR] ceiver power OFF. [VOL] w Set [ROTARY SELECTOR] to any channel other than Chan- nel 16. -
Page 29: Setting The Beep Level
BASIC OPERATION ■ Setting the Beep level The beep function can be turned ON or OFF, and its level can be adjusted between 1 and 5, or 1 (linked) and 5 (linked). When a Linked option is selected, the beep level is adjustable with [VOL]. q Rotate [VOL] to turn the trans- [ROTARY SELECTOR] ceiver power OFF. -
Page 30: Setting The Ringer Level
BASIC OPERATION ■ Setting the Ringer level The Ringer level can be adjusted between 1 and 5, or 1 (Linked) and 5 (Linked). When a Linked option is selected, the Ringer level is adjustable with [VOL]. q Rotate [VOL] to turn the trans- [ROTARY SELECTOR] ceiver power OFF. -
Page 31: Output Power Level Selection
BASIC OPERATION ■ Output power level selection If the transceiver has [High/Low] assigned to it, the transmit output power level can be selected, depending on the presetting. When the battery case is selected as the battery type, or the bat- tery voltage drops to a low power level and the LED indicator sta- tus is “Low Battery 2,”... -
Page 32: Mdc 1200 System Operation
BASIC OPERATION ■ MDC 1200 system operation The MDC 1200 signaling system enhances your transceiver’s capa- bilities. It allows PTT ID* and Emergency signaling. * When [PTT] is pushed and/or released, the transceiver transmits your station ID. D Transmitting an Emergency Call The MDC 1200 system’s Emergency feature can be accessed using the [Emergency] key. -
Page 33: Emergency Call
BASIC OPERATION ■ Emergency Call When [Emergency] is held down for the specified time period*, the emergency signal is transmitted once, or repeatedly, on the speci- fied emergency channel. A repeat emergency signal is automatically transmitted until you turn the power OFF. Depending on the pre-programmed settings, receiving a matching 5-Tone code cancels the transmission. -
Page 34: Idas Operation
IDAS OPERATION ■ IDAS operation The IC-F3100D series and IC-F4100D series provide Icom Digital Advanced System (IDAS) that meets the 6.25 kHz emission mask requirements for narrow banding, and increases efficiency of chan- nel allocation and use of spectrum. NOTE: During IDAS operation, BIIS 1200 and MDC 1200 sys- tem operations are not available. -
Page 35: Receiving A Call
IDAS OPERATION ■ Receiving a call D Receiving a Call Alert q When a Call Alert is received; • The transceiver will automatically transmit the acknowledgement. • The LED indicator blinks orange. • Beeps sound. w Hold down [PTT], then speak into the microphone. e Release [PTT] to receive a response. - Page 36 IDAS OPERATION D Receiving a Remote Monitor or Radio Check Call If an individual call with Remote monitor or Radio check command is received (RAN code matching is not necessary depending on the presetting), the transceiver will automatically transmit. ➥ When a Remote monitor command is received; •...
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Page 37: Transmitting A Call
IDAS OPERATION ■ Transmitting a call IDAS operation allows you to make a call to a specific station (In- dividual call) or to a particular group (Talkgroup call). Other digital mode transceivers on the channel will not receive a call that does not match their individual or talkgroup ID and/or RAN (Radio Ac- cess Number) code. - Page 38 IDAS OPERATION IMPORTANT: It is recommended to set an emergency channel individually to provide the certain emergency call operation. NOTE: The Digital Request Ack function is activated, the trans- ceiver transmits the emergency call with the request to send back an acknowledgment.
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Page 39: Position Data Transmission
IDAS OPERATION ■ Position data transmission When an optional HM-171GP or any other GPS receiver is con- nected to the transceiver, the position (longitude and latitude) data can be transmitted automatically when; • After sending a Status Call - Set the ‘Send with Status Call’ item as ‘Enable.’ •... -
Page 40: Battery Charging
BATTERY CHARGING ■ Caution (for the BP-264 mh battery R DANGER! KEEP battery packs away from fire. Fire or heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of an used battery pack according to local ordinances and/or regulations. R DANGER! NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. - Page 41 BATTERY CHARGING If your Ni-MH battery pack seems to have no capacity, even after being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery pack still does not retain a charge (or only very little charge), a new battery pack must be purchased.
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Page 42: Caution (For The Bp-264 N I- Mh Battery )
BATTERY CHARGING ■ Caution (for the BP-265 Li-ion battery Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery performance. D Battery caution R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the battery. - Page 43 R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored 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.
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Page 44: D Charging Caution
CAUTION: DO NOT charge the battery outside of the specified temperature range: BC-193 (+10˚C to +40˚C: +50˚F to +104˚F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚C (+68˚F). The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range. -
Page 45: Battery Chargers
BATTERY CHARGING ■ Battery chargers D Using the BC-191 to rapid charge the BP-264 The BC-191 provides rapid charging of the Ni-MH battery pack (BP-264 only). Never use for any other battery pack. Charging time for the BP-264: Approximately 2 hours. The following item is additionally required: •... - Page 46 BATTERY CHARGING D Using the BC-192 to regular charge the BP-264 The BC-192 provides regular charging of the Ni-MH battery pack (BP-264 only). Never use for any other battery pack. Charging time for the BP-264 (with BC-147S): Approximately 16 hours. The following item is additionally required: •...
- Page 47 BATTERY CHARGING D Using the BC-193 to rapid charge the BP-265 The BC-193 provides rapid charging of the Li-ion battery pack (BP-265 only). Never use for any other battery pack. Charging time for the BP-265: Approximately 2.5 hours. The following item is additionally required: •...
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Page 48: Battery Pack
BATTERY CHARGING D Using the BC-197 to rapid charge the BP-264 or BP-265 The BC-197 rapidly charges up to six battery packs. Charging time for the BP-264: Approximately 2 hours. Charging time for the BP-265: Approximately 2.5 hours. The following additional item is required: •... - Page 49 BATTERY CHARGING There are two types of BC-197 chargers for the IC-F3100D series or IC-F4100D series; one is for Ni-MH batteries, and the other is for Li-ion batteries. Before you purchase a BC-197, check the type of battery you are using, and then be sure to choose the suitable charger.
- Page 50 BATTERY CHARGING IMPORTANT: Ensure the tabs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger. Tabs BC-191, BC-192, BC-193 Guide rail...
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Page 51: Battery Case
BATTERY CASE ■ Optional battery case (BP-263) When using the optional battery case, install 6 × AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries, as illustrated below. q Remove the battery case, if it is attached. (pp. 3, 4) w Install 6 × AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries. •... -
Page 52: Options
OPTIONS D BATTERY PACK Battery pack Voltage Capacity Battery life* Battery case for BP-263 —* AA (LR6) × 6 alkaline 12 hrs. BP-264 7.2 V 1400 mAh (typ.) 11.3 hrs. 17.5 hrs. 1900 mAh (min.) BP-265 7.4 V 2000 mAh (typ.) 16.1 hrs. - Page 53 OPTIONS • BC-197 muLti charger For rapid simultaneously charging of up to six battery packs. A power adapter may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version. There are two types of BC-197 chargers for the IC- F3100D/IC-F4100D series. BC-197 Charger Type Chargeable Battery Charging time...
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Page 54: D Other Options
OPTIONS D OTHER OPTIONS • AD-98FSC antenna connector converter Allows you to connect an external antenna with a BNC connector. • HM-158L/HM-159L speaker microphone Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while hanging the transceiver on your belt. • HM-171GP speaker microphone GPS speaker-microphone for BIIS and Digital modes operation. -
Page 55: Vox Function
OPTIONS ■ VOX function The transceiver has a VOX function, which allows you hands-free operation. An optional headset (HS-94/HS-95/HS-97) and a plug adapter cable (OPC-2004) are additionally required for operation. • The VOX (voice operated transmission) function starts transmitting when you speak into the microphone, without needing to push the PTT switch;... - Page 56 OPTIONS D Turning the VOX function ON or OFF The VOX function can be turned ON or OFF when turning the trans- ceiver power ON. q Rotate [VOL] to turn the trans- [ROTARY SELECTOR] ceiver power OFF. [VOL] w Set [ROTARY SELECTOR] to any channel other than Chan- nel 16.
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Page 57: Options
OPTIONS D Setting the VOX gain The VOX sensitivity level can be adjusted from 1 (minimum) to 10 (maximum). [ROTARY SELECTOR] Connect the optional headset [VOL] (HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97) OPC-2004. (p. 46) urn the trans- w Rotate [VOL] to t ceiver power OFF. -
Page 58: Safety Training Information
“General Population” in an uncontrolled environment. This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy... -
Page 59: Safety Training Information
“PTT” switch or VOX function. • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clip which is listed on page 43 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to en- sure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. -
Page 60: Information En Matière De Sécurité
Cet appareil a été évalué et jugé conforme, aux limites d’exposition aux RF de la FCC, pour une «utilisation grand public». En outre, votre radio Icom satisfait les normes et directives qui suivent en matière de niveaux d'énergie et d’énergie électromagnétique de RF et d’évaluation de tels niveaux en ce qui concerne l’exposition humaine:... - Page 61 FCC. Interférence électromagnétique et compatibilité En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l’énergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interférences avec d’autres appareils ou systèmes. Pour éviter de telles interférences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs où...
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- Page 64 A-6884D-1EX-t Printed in Japan © 2010–2016 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.
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