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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF TRANSCEIVERS
iF3000
UHF TRANSCEIVERS
iF4000
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
The photo shows
the VHF transceiver.

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  • Page 1 Limited functions only INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVERS iF3000 Series UHF TRANSCEIVERS iF4000 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.

  • Page 2: Explicit Definitions

    If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk NOTE of personal injury, fire or electric shock. Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorpo- rated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.

  • Page 3: Fcc Information

    Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.

  • Page 4: Precautions

    Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios 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 use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below –30°C (+22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F). The basic operations, transmission and reception of the transceiver are guaranteed within the specified operating temperature range. However, the LCD display may not be operate correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours of operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ..................i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..............i FCC INFORMATION ..............ii PRECAUTIONS ................iii TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............v 1 ACCESSORIES ..............1–4 Supplied accessories ............1 Accessory attachments ............1 ............5–11 Front, top and side panels .............5 LED indicator ................7 Programmable function keys ..........8 ............12–22 Turning power ON ...............12 Channel selection ...............13...
  • Page 7 4 BATTERY CHARGING .............23–33 Caution (for the BP-264 ) ......23 MH BATTERY Caution (for the BP-265 i-ion ) ......25 BATTERY Battery chargers..............28 5 BATTERY CASE ..............34 Optional battery case (BP-263)...........34 ................35–40 VOX function ...............38 7 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION .......41–44...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied with the transceiver. Battery pack* Flexible antenna (This illustration is for the VHF type.) Battery charger* AC adapter* Belt clip* Jack cover (with screws) * Not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the version. Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the flexible antenna to the antenna connector.

  • Page 9: 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 10 ACCESSORIES D Battery pack/case To attach the battery pack/case: q Fit the battery pack/case in the direction of the arrow (q), then close. w Hook the latch until it makes a ‘click’ sound (w). Battery pack/case Latch To remove the battery pack/case: Unhook the latch (e), and lift up the battery pack/case in the direction of the arrow (r).

  • Page 11: D Jack Cover

    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. Keep the battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to occasionally clean them.

  • Page 12: Front, Top And Side Panels

    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. w VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Rotate to turn the power ON/OFF, and adjust the audio level.
  • Page 13 PANEL DESCRIPTION e LED 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.

  • Page 14: 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) ED O N ED Bl in k c an BAT T1 B ATT 2 w BATT 1 w B ATT 2 R O R O R O R O R O R O R O R O * Lights (or blinks) orange when the optional battery case is attached.

  • Page 15: Programmable Function Keys

    PANEL DESCRIPTION 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 A Push to start and cancel the scanning operation. When the Power ON scan function is turned ON, push to pause the scanning operation.
  • Page 16 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 17 PANEL DESCRIPTION TALK AROUND Push to turn the Talk Around function OFF. Push and hold to turn the Talk Around function ON. receive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver communication. WIDE/NARROW Push to switch the IF bandwidth to Wide. the optional cloning software (PMR operation only). Ask your dealer for details.
  • Page 18 PANEL DESCRIPTION EMERGENCY Push and hold for specified time period to transmit an emergency call. red. sounding and the LED indicator lighting. Ask your dealer for details. before transmitting the call. ceiving an acknowledgement signal, or until the power is turned OFF. When a matched 5-tone code signal is received, the emergency func- tion can be cancelled depending on the presetting.

  • Page 19: 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. 23) 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 20: 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. AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE: Selecting a channel is not necessary for this type. When turning the power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning.

  • Page 21: 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 22: Receiving And Transmitting

    BASIC OPERATION Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. See p. 1 for antenna attachment. Receiving: q Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON. nel keys, [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4], to select a channel. e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output to a comfortable listening level.
  • Page 23 BASIC OPERATION The transceiver has several inhibit functions, which restrict trans- - 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. - The selected channel is a ‘receive only’ channel. After continuously transmitting longer than the pre-programmed time period, the time-out timer activates, and stops further transmitting.

  • Page 24: 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. The dispatcher can send a 2/5-tone signal that will stun, kill or re- vive your transceiver.

  • Page 25: Setting The Microphone Gain

    BASIC OPERATION Adjusts the microphone gain. q Rotate [VOL] to turn the trans- [ROTARY SELECTOR] ceiver power OFF. [VOL] any channel other than Chan- nel 16. e While pushing and holding [Lower], rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON and enter the micro- phone gain adjustment mode.

  • Page 26: Setting The Squelch Level

    BASIC OPERATION 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] any channel other than Chan- nel 16. e While pushing and holding [PTT] and [Lower], rotate [VOL] [PTT] to turn the power ON and enter...

  • Page 27: Output Power Level Selection

    BASIC OPERATION 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 28: Emergency Call

    BASIC OPERATION When [Emergency] is pushed 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 the transceiver receives an acknowledgement signal, or you turn the transceiver power OFF.

  • Page 29: Lone Worker Emergency Call

    BASIC OPERATION When the Lone Worker function is turned ON, and no operation is performed for the specified time period*, the transceiver enters the emergency mode, and then the countdown for the emergency call transmission starts. After the specified time period* has passed, an emergency call is automatically transmitted once, or repeatedly*.

  • Page 30: Battery Charging

    BATTERY CHARGING Caution (for the BP-264 MH BATTERY R DANGER! NEVER short terminals (or charging terminals) of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing battery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc.
  • Page 31 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.

  • Page 32: Caution (For The Bp-264 Mh Battery )

    R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios 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 33 R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an ab- normal 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.
  • Page 34 Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚C (+68˚F). The bat- tery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified tempera- ture range. Additionally, battery performance or battery life may be...
  • Page 35 The BC-191 provides rapid charging of the Ni-MH battery pack (BP-264 only). Never use for any other battery pack. cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L). Battery pack Transceiver Turn power OFF AC adapter Optional OPC-515L* (for power source) or Screws* CP-23L (for 12 V cig- arette lighter socket) M3.5 ×...
  • Page 36 The BC-192 provides regular charging of the Ni-MH battery pack (BP-264 only). Never use for any other battery pack. Charging time period for the BP-264 (with BC-147S) cable (OPC-515L). Battery pack Transceiver Turn power OFF AC adapter (A different type, or no AC adapt- er is supplied, depending...
  • Page 37 The BC-193 provides rapid charging of the Li-ion battery pack (BP-265 only). Never use for any other battery pack. cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L). Battery pack Transceiver Turn power OFF AC adapter Optional OPC-515L* (for power source) or Screws* CP-23L (for 12 V cig- arette lighter socket) M3.5 ×...
  • Page 38 The BC-197 rapidly charges up to six battery packs. POWER CABLE Transceiver Battery pack Turn OFF the power The charger adapters are in- stalled in each slot. The shape of charger adapter depends on the version of the BC-197. AC adapter (No AC adapt- er is supplied, depending on...
  • Page 39 There are two types of BC-197 chargers for the transceier; 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 type. BP-264 Ni-MH battery BP-265 Li-ion battery * The charger adapter type, AD-120 or AD-121, is printed on the inside...
  • Page 40 Ensure the tabs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger. Tabs Guide rail...

  • Page 41: Battery Case

    BATTERY CASE 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, as shown below. Be careful! The negative terminals of the battery case protrude from the body, so...
  • Page 42 Battery pack Capacity Battery life* Battery case for —* AA (LR6) × 6 alkaline 14.1 hrs. 1400 mAh (min.) 7.2 V 1420 mAh (typ.) 13.7 hrs. 20.2 hrs. 1900 mAh (min.) 7.4 V 2000 mAh (typ.) 19.6 hrs. When the power save function is turned ON, and the operating time is calculated under the following conditions;...
  • Page 43 OPTIONS MULTI CHARGER For rapid simultaneously charging of up to six battery packs. An AC adapter may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version. There are two types of BC-197 chargers for the IC-F3000/ IC-F4000 series. With AD-120* BP-264 Ni-MH battery Approx.
  • Page 44 Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver. Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Icom trans- ceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.

  • Page 45: Vox Function

    OPTIONS 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. when you speak into the microphone, without needing to push the PTT switch; then, automatically returns to receive when you stop speak- ing.
  • Page 46 OPTIONS 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] any channel other than Chan- nel 16. e While pushing and holding [Upper], turn the transceiver power ON to switch the VOX function ON or OFF.
  • Page 47 OPTIONS 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. 38) urn the trans- w Rotate [VOL] to t ceiver power OFF. Channel 16. [PTT] r While pushing and holding [PTT] and [Upper], rotate [VOL]...

  • Page 48: 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 and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
  • Page 49 “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 36 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to en- sure FCC RF exposure compliance requirem ents are not exceeded.
  • Page 50 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 «Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure...
  • Page 51 TOUJOURS tenir l’antenne éloignée d’au moins 2,5 cm de votre corps au moment d’émettre et utiliser uniquement l’attache pour ceinture Icom illustrée à la p. 36, lorsque vous attachez la radio à votre ceinture, ou à autre chose, de façon à vous assurer de ne pas provoquer une exposition aux RF supérieure aux limites fixées...
  • Page 52 A-6797H-1EX-w Printed in Japan © 2009–2012 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.

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