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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER
iA14
iA14S
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
YIC-A14
YIC-A14S

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER iA14 iA14S This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. YIC-A14 YIC-A14S...

  • Page 2: Important

    Thank you for choosing this Icom product. The following accessories are supplied with the transceiver. This product is designed and built with Icom’ s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this prod- uct should provide you with years of trouble-free operation.

  • Page 3: Precautions

    Benzine or alcohol to clean the transceiver, because they Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor- porated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, can damage the transceiver’s surfaces.

  • Page 4: Fcc Information

    CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your author- ity to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. i iii...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ■ COM band scan �������������������18 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS …………………………………………… i ■ Memory scan ��������������������19 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ………………………………………… i ■ Weather channel scan (Available with the IC-A14 only) ��19 PRECAUTIONS ……………………………………………………… ii ■ “TAG” channel setting ����������������20 FCC INFORMATION ………………………………………………… iii 6. OTHER FUNCTIONS ……………………………………… 21–26 ■...

  • Page 6: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Panel description q ANTENNA CONNECTOR [ANT] (p. 6) Connects to the supplied antenna. w KEY LOCK SWITCH [ ] (p. 9) ➥ Push to turn ON the key lock function. ➥ Hold down for 2 seconds to turn OFF the key lock func- tion.
  • Page 7 PANEL DESCRIPTION !0 EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS u KEYPAD (Available with only the IC-A14) (pp. 3, 4) [MIC/SP] (p. 39) i MEMORY MODE/MEMORY WRITE KEY [MR]/[MW] If desired, connects the optional speaker microphone or a Push to select the memory mode. (p. 12)
  • Page 8 PANEL DESCRIPTION D KEYPAD (Available with IC-A14 only) ➥ Inputs digit “1” for frequency entry or memory ➥ Inputs digit “5” for frequency entry or memory channel selection. (pp. 8, 12) channel selection. (pp. 8, 12) ➥ Inputs “1,” “Q,” or “Z” when entering memory ➥...
  • Page 9 PANEL DESCRIPTION ➥ Inputs digit “9” for frequency entry or memory channel selection. (pp. 8, 12) ➥ Inputs “9,” “W,” “X,” or “Y” when entering memory names. (p. 15) ➥ After pushing [FUNC], toggles scan tag setting ON or OFF. (p. 20) ➥...

  • Page 10: Function Display

    ANL ICON (p. 22) Appears when the ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) func- tion is in use. i WEATHER ALERT ICON (IC-A14 only) (p. 23) Appears when the weather alert function is in use. o LOCK ICON (p. 9) q FUNCTION ICON Appears when the lock function is in use.

  • Page 11: Accessory Attachment

    ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT D Antenna D Belt clip Insert the supplied antenna into the Conveniently attaches to your belt. antenna connector and screw down - To attach the belt clip the antenna, as shown to the right. q Remove the battery pack if it is attached. w Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt CAUTION! clip is locked and makes a ‘click’...

  • Page 12: Accessory Attachment

    ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT D Battery pack attachment Turn OFF the transceiver power by rotating [VOL] before at- taching or detaching the battery pack. To attach the battery pack: Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery release button. •...

  • Page 13: Basic Operation

    Push [Y]/[Z] to set the desired frequency. - For the IC-A14 only - • The 1 MHz tuning step is selectable. Push [FUNC] , then push [Y]/[Z]. Push [FUNC] again to return to normal tuning.

  • Page 14: Setting The Squelch Level

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Setting the squelch level ■ Lock function The lock function prevents accidental frequency changes or The transceiver has a noise squelch circuit to mute undesired accidental function activation. noise when no signal is received. q Push [ ] to turn ON the lock function.

  • Page 15: Receiving

    NOTE: About Time-Out-Timer function Appears when a signal is received. To prevent prolonged transmission, according to regula- tory requirements, the IC-A14/S has a Time-Out Timer function. This timer cuts OFF transmission after the set time period of continuous transmission. The Time-Out Timer is set in the Set mode. See page 26 When the squelch setting is too “tight”...

  • Page 16: Side Tone Function

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Side tone function ■ LCD backlight The IC-A14/S has an LCD backlight for convenience during When using a headset , the transceiver outputs (user supplied) night time operation. your transmitted voice to the headset for monitoring. Connect...

  • Page 17: Memory Operation

    (Available with the IC-A14 only) and the IC-A14S has 100 memory chan- banks, default setting) A total of 200 memory channels in the IC-A14, are divided nels for storing often-used frequencies. into bank (up to 10 banks are selectable, depending on the setting) for simple memory grouping.

  • Page 18: Entering A Memory Channel

    Enter often-used frequencies using the following instructions. • EXAMPLE: Entering WX-05 into memory channel 9 in memory BANK 3. D For the IC-A14 Push q Push [CLR] to select the frequency mode, if necessary. w Set the desired frequency. (p. 8) •...
  • Page 19 MEMORY OPERATION D For the IC-A14S q Push [CLR] to select the frequency mode, if necessary. • EXAMPLE: Entering 123.450 MHz into memory w Set the desired frequency. (p. 8) channel 51. e Hold down [MR] for 1 second to enter the select memory Push write mode.

  • Page 20: Memory Names

    Select the desired memory channel to be entered by time. pushing [Y]/[Z] (or on only the IC-A14, push the keys on the • Return to the frequency display. keypad then [ENT]) • If no name is entered, the entered frequency is displayed.

  • Page 21: Copying Memory Contents

    Select the desired memory channel to be copied using For the IC-A14 [Y]/[Z] (or keypad and [ENT], For the IC-A14 only) w Push [FUNC], then push [MW](MR). • Select the desired bank if desired. • The selected memory contents copied into frequency mode and frequency mode is selected automatically.

  • Page 22: Clearing The Memory Contents (Available With The Ic-A14 Only)

    MEMORY OPERATION ■ Clearing the memory contents (Available with the IC-A14 only) Unwanted memory channels can be cleared. q Select the desired memory channel to be cleared. (p. 12) • Select the desired bank if desired. (p. 12) w Push [FUNC], then hold down [CLR] for 1 second.

  • Page 23: Scan Operation

    SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan types ■ COM band scan The IC-A14 has 3 scan types to suit your needs. IC-A14S q Push [CLR] to select the frequency mode. w Push [SQLY]/[SQLZ] to set the squelch level to the point has 2 scan types.

  • Page 24: Memory Scan

    Push [MR] to enter the memory mode. channel mode. • For the IC-A14, select the desired BANK if desired. (p. 12) w Set squelch to the point where noise just disappears with w Push [SQLY]/[SQLZ] to set the squelch level to the point [SQLY]/[SQLZ].

  • Page 25: Tag" Channel Setting

    The “TAG” channel function is only selectable in the nel. scan mode. *For the IC-A14 only e Hold down [LIGHT] for 2 seconds to set a “TAG.” r To cancel the “TAG” setting, repeat the above steps. The “...

  • Page 26: Other Functions

    The following transceiver’s settings will return to the default (Selectable on only the IC-A14) value. The IC-A14 can quickly be set to the 121.5 MHz emergency • Operating mode (Frequency, memory or weather* channel mode frequency. This function can be activated even when the key with frequency or channel number, including bank*) lock function is in use.

  • Page 27: Key Touch Beep Tone

    The ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) function reduces noise set, if desired. components on received signals, such as those caused by engine ignition systems. For the IC-A14 ➥ Push [FUNC], then push [BEEP](8) to turn the key touch For the IC-A14 beep tone ON or OFF.

  • Page 28: Weather Channel Operation (Available With The Ic-A14 Only)

    ■ Weather channel operation (Selectable on only the IC-A14) D Setting weather alert function The IC-A14 has VHF marine WX (weather) channel receiving capability for flight planning. An NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone before any important weather announcements. When the...

  • Page 29: Duplex Operation (Available With The Ic-A14 Only)

    OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Duplex operation (Selectable on only the IC-A14) The duplex function allows you to call a flight service station while receiving a VOR station. The duplex function requires that you first enter the frequency entry of the flight service station.

  • Page 30: Set Mode Setting

    Push [CLR] to return to the frequency mode. • MIC— Microphone gain For the IC-A14 only The internal microphone gain can be set to suit your needs. Push [FUNC], then hold down [SET] (ENT) for 1 second to “H” (High gain), “M” (Medium gain) and “L” (Low gain) can also enter the Set mode.

  • Page 31: Other Functions

    OTHER FUNCTIONS • I.MIC— Using the internal microphone The internal microphone can be turned OFF to use a head- set. This setting prevents unwanted audio or noise from the inter- nal microphone when [PTT] is pushed. • TOT— Time-out timer Sets the time-out timer period to prevent prolonged transmis- sions, according to regulatory requirements.

  • Page 32: Battery Packs And Case

    If with temperatures above +60°C (+140°F). High tempera- any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or ture buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fires or distributor.

  • Page 33: D Charging Caution

    BC-179 (0°C to +40°C, +32°F to times you can charge the battery is between 300 and 500. +104°F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20°C Even when the battery appears to be fully charged, the oper- (+68°F). The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of ating time of the transceiver may become short when: the specified temperature range.

  • Page 34: Charging The Battery

    BATTERY PACKS AND CASE ■ Charging the battery D Regular charging with the BC-179+BC-174 CAUTION! The BC-179 provides regular charging of battery packs. The • DO NOT modify the CP-22. A modification could cause a fire or following accessories are additionally required. electric shock.
  • Page 35 BATTERY PACKS AND CASE D Installing AD-106 D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-106 ➥ Connect the AD-106 charger adapter and the BC-119N or The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of battery packs. The following accessories are additionally required. BC-121N as shown below (q). Then install the AD-106 •...

  • Page 36: Battery Case (Optional For Some Versions)

    BATTERY PACKS AND CASE ■ Battery case D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-106 The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be (optional for some versions) simultaneously charged. The following are additionally re- D Precaution quired. • Six AD-106 charger adapters. NEVER incinerate used battery cells since internal battery •...
  • Page 37 BATTERY PACKS AND CASE D Alkaline cells installation Install 6 AA (LR6) size alkaline cells as described below. w Install 6 AA (LR6) size alkaline cells. q Release the latch, and open the cover. • Install the conventional alkaline cells only. •...

  • Page 38: Battery Packs And Case

    BATTERY PACKS AND CASE D Battery case attachment Slide the battery case in the direction of the arrow. To release the battery case: • Slide the battery case until the transceiver’s battery release button Slide out the battery case’s battery release button in the di- makes a ‘click’...

  • Page 39: Cloning

    CLONING Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the entered data from one transceiver to another transceiver, or, data from PC to a transceiver using the optional CS-A14 cloning software. D Transceiver to transceiver cloning q Connect the OPC-474 to the [MIC/SP] CLONING CABLE e Push [PTT] on the master transceiver.

  • Page 40: Cloning

    CLONING D Cloning using PC Data can be cloned to and from a PC (Microsoft ® Windows ® using the optional CS-A14 2000/XP and Windows Vista™) CLON- and the optional OPC-478 ING SOFTWARE (RS-232C type) OPC-478UC . Consult the CS-A14 (USB type) CLONING CABLE HELP file for details.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    • Program 2 or more memory channels. pp. 13, 14 No beep sounds. • Beep tones are turned OFF. • Turn ON the beep tone. IC-A14: Push [FUNC], then push [BEEP](8). ➥ p. 22 ➥ IC-A14S: Turn the beep tone ON in set mode.

  • Page 42: Specifications

    161.650 to 163.275 MHz 150 Ω IC-A14S TX/RX 118.000 to 136.975 MHz • Mode: 6K00A3E D Receiver 16K0G3E (IC-A14/Rx only) • Channel spacing: 25 kHz • Receive system: Double conversion superhetero- • Number of memory channels: dyne 200 (20 CH × 10 BANKS) IC-A14 •...

  • Page 43: Options

    OPTIONS D BATTERY PACKS D BELT CLIPS • MB-94 belt clip • BP-230N/BP-232N/BP-232H Li-ion battery packs Alligator type belt clip. BP-230N: 7.4 V/980 mAh (typical), 950 mAh (minimum) • MB-96F BP-232H: 7.4 V/2300 mAh (typical), 2250 mAh (minimum) leather belt hanger Attaches with the supplied belt clip (Fixed type).

  • Page 44: Optional Headset Connection

    Use a PTT switch with a 3.5 mm ⁄ inch) diameter plug, required. OPC-499 HEADSET (Purchase separately) NOTICE! Transceiver Some headsets do not work properly when used with the IC-A14/S. Therefore, ask your dealer for details about headsets compatible with the IC-A14/S.

  • Page 45: Safety Training Information

    This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC and IC RF ex- IC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio posure limits for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your Icom radio is transmitting when “ ” appears on the function display. You can...

  • Page 46: Safety Training Information

    Interférence électromagnétique et compatibilité radiofréquences et des micro-ondes. En mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l’énergie de RF qui • Les accessoires illustrés à la p. 38 sont approuvés pour une utilisation peut provoquer des interférences avec d’autres appareils ou systèmes.
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