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TO ORDER – VISIT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SURVIVAL CRAFT 2-WAY RADIO
iGM1600
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful inter-
ference.
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- Page 1 American Communication Systems Discover the Power of Communications ™ http://www.ameradio.com TO ORDER – VISIT INSTRUCTION MANUAL SURVIVAL CRAFT 2-WAY RADIO iGM1600 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful inter- ference.
- Page 2 FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electro- • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips which are listed on magnetic Fields. page 26 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF ex- •...
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Page 3: Recommendation
RECOMMENDATION FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing this Icom radio. The IC-GM1600 SUR- CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH VIVAL CRAFT 2-WAY RADIO is designed and built with Icom’s WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before opera- state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, tion. -
Page 4: Precaution
5 to 10 cm Changes or modifications to this device, not (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is verti- expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to cal. operate this device under FCC regulations. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ..........i 5 SET MODE ................. 11–15 I SET mode programming ............11 RECOMMENDATION ..............ii I SET mode items ..............12 FOREWORD ................... ii IMPORTANT ..................ii 6 BP-234 BATTERY PACK ............16 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .............. -
Page 6: Operating Rules
OPERATING RULES D Priorities (2) OPERATOR’S LICENSE A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license • Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls is not required for safety purposes. -
Page 7: Supplied Accessories And Attachments
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS I Supplied accessories I Attachments D Handstrap The following accessories are supplied: Qty. q Handstrap ........1 Pass the handstrap through the w Battery charger (BC-158) . - Page 8 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ï Battery pack NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, use To remove the battery pack: a coin or flat-blade screwdriver to loosen or tighten the bot- Turn the screw counterclockwise, then pull the battery pack tom screw.
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Page 9: Panel Description
PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front, top and side panels q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. w MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC/SP] Connects the optional external microphone. NOTE: Attach the [MIC/SP] cap when the optional speaker-microphone is not used. e ANTENNA Fixed type. -
Page 10: I Function Display
PANEL DESCRIPTION I Function display i CHANNEL 16 KEY [16] Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 7) o CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y Y ]/[Z Z ] ➥ Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 7–8) ➥ Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 11) ➥... - Page 11 PANEL DESCRIPTION t BATTERY INDICATOR o CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT ➥ Indicates the selected operating channel number. Indicates remaining battery power. ➥ In SET mode, indicates the selected condition. Using rechargeable battery pack !0 CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR Indication Appears when the call channel is selected. (p. 7) Charging Battery level Full...
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Page 12: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION I Channel selection D Call channel D Channel 16 The call channels can be re-programmed (p. 9) and may be Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial used to store your most often used channels for quick recall. contact with another station and for emergency communica- tions. -
Page 13: I Receiving And Transmitting
BASIC OPERATION I Receiving and transmitting q Rotate [VOL] clockwise to turn power ON. IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your trans- w Set the volume and squelch level. mitted signal, pause a moment after pushing [PTT], hold ➥ Push [SQL• ], and push [√] to open the squelch. -
Page 14: I Call Channel Programming
BASIC OPERATION I Call channel programming I Adjusting the squelch level To adjust the IC-GM1600’s squelch level, use the [Y]/[Z] keys. The call channel switch is used to select Channel 9* by de- In order to receive signals properly, the squelch must be ad- fault, however, you can program your most often-used chan- justed to the proper level. -
Page 15: I Lock Function
BASIC OPERATION I Lock function I Monitor function The monitor function releases the noise squelch mute to This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT], check the volume level. See p. 12 for details of the monitor [SQL• ] and [Hi/Lo• ]) to prevent accidental channel MONI switch action. -
Page 16: Set Mode
SET MODE I SET mode programming D SET mode operation SET mode is used to change the condition of 11 transceiver q Turn power OFF. functions: beep tone function, monitor switch action, back- w While pushing [SQL• ], turn power ON to enter the MONI lighting function, LCD contrast selection, auto power save SET mode. -
Page 17: I Set Mode Items
SET MODE I SET mode items D Beep tone function “bP” D Backlighting function “bL” You can select silent operation by turning the beep tones This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The back- OFF, or you can have 2 types of confirmation beeps sound at lighting brightness can be adjusted from OFF, 1 (dark)–3 the push of a key. - Page 18 SET MODE D Auto power save function “PS” D Self check function “SC” The auto power save function reduces battery drain by deac- The self check function checks the transceiver conditions by tivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. itself, and informs you in case a problem is found. Self check •...
- Page 19 SET MODE D Battery voltage indicator “bt” D Squelch sensitivity function “SS” This function controls display or non-display settings of the When this function is turned ON, blocking against noise is im- connected battery pack’s voltage when the power is ON. proved.
- Page 20 SET MODE D VOX delay “dL” (Available for on-board use only) SET MODE LIST Sets the VOX delay timer (0.5 to 3.0 sec. in 0.5 sec. steps) Function Indication Condition keeping the radio in transmit mode after you stop speaking. Beep tone function “bP”...
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Page 21: Bp-234 Battery Pack
BP-234 BATTERY PACK The optional BP-234 battery pack is a non-rechargeable, DO NOT • apply excessive pressure to the battery. This may result Lithium battery pack for operation in a survival craft. The fol- in electrolyte leakage, possibly causing an explosion. lowing precaution must be observed. -
Page 22: Battery Charging (For On-Board Use Only)
BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) I Battery charging I Battery cautions CAUTION! NEVER Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery insert a battery pack or a trans- pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. ceiver (with the battery pack attached) that is wet or soiled into the charger. - Page 23 BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) ï Charging connections q Attach the BC-158 to a flat surface, such as a desk. w Connect the AC adapter as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger. •...
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Page 24: I Optional Battery Chargers
BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) I Optional battery chargers w Install the adapter into the charger in the direction of the ï AD-109 installation arrow, then use the supplied 2 screws to attach the q Connect the charger’s 10-pin connector to the AD-109 charger adapter to the charger. - Page 25 BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) ï Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-109 ï Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-109 The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of battery The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be packs. The following are additionally required. charged simultaneously.
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Page 26: Optional Swivel Belt Clip
OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP I MB-86 contents e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels as illus- trated below. Qty. Belt clip ………………………………………………………… 1 Base clip ……………………………………………………… 1 Supplied screws ……………………………………………… 2 I Attachment I Detachment q Screw the base clip to the back of the transceiver using the two screws (supplied) as shown below. -
Page 27: Optional Speaker-Microphone (For On-Board Use Only)
OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) I HM-125 descriptions I Attachment Insert the speaker-mic connector onto [MIC/SP] connector and carefully screw it tight, as shown in the diagram below. Alligator-type clip Be careful not to cross thread the connection. To attach the speaker-mic. to your shirt or collar, etc. -
Page 28: Channel List For Survival Operation
CHANNEL LIST FOR SURVIVAL OPERATION Channel number TX/RX Channel number TX/RX Channel number TX/RX 156.300 MHz 156.400 MHz 156.450 MHz 156.500 MHz 156.550 MHz 156.600 MHz 156.650 MHz 156.700 MHz 156.750 MHz 156.800 MHz 156.850 MHz 156.375 MHz 156.425 MHz 156.475 MHz 156.575 MHz 156.625 MHz... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. The transceiver does • The battery is exhausted. • Change to a new battery pack (Survival). p. 16 not turn ON. • Recharge the battery pack (On-board). pgs. 17–20 • Bad connection to the battery pack. •... -
Page 30: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS D GENERAL • Spurious emissions [USA] –70 dBc typical • Frequency coverage [GEN] 0.25 µW (30 MHz to 1 GHz) TX/RX : 156.300–156.875 MHz 1 µW (1–2 GHz) • Mode : 16K0G3E • Channel spacing : 25 kHz D RECEIVER •... -
Page 31: Options
OPTIONS D BATTERY PACKS D CHARGERS <FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY> <FOR SURVIVAL CRAFT USE> • BC-119N + AD-109 DESKTOP CHARGER CHARGER ADAPTER • BP-234 + BC-145A/E* LITHIUM BATTERY PACK AC ADAPTER 9.0 V/3300 mAh Lithium battery pack. For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is supplied with <FOR ON-BOARD USE>... - Page 32 A-6383D-1EX Printed in Japan 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan 2004 Icom Inc. ©...