Adjusting The Squelch Level; Using The Vox Function; Using The Aquaquake Water Draining Function - Icom IC-M85E Instruction Manual

■ Adjusting the squelch level

The squelch enables the audio to be heard only while
receiving a signal that is stronger than the set level. A higher
level blocks weak signals, so that you can receive only
stronger signals. A lower level enables you to hear weak
signals.
1. Push [SQL] to enter the
Squelch Adjustment
mode.
2. Rotate [DIAL] to adjust the squelch level, until the noise
just disappears.
3. Push [16/C] to exit the Squelch Adjustment mode.

■ Using the VOX function

NOTE: The optional PTT switch cable and headset are required to
use the function.
The VOX function automatically switches between receive
and transmit by detecting your voice.
z While holding down [SQL], push [CH/WX]*
turn ON or OFF the function.
• "VOX" is displayed.
* 1 For the USA, Chinese, and Export versions.
* 2 For the European, UK, German, Dutch, and Australian versions.
■ Using the AquaQuake water
draining function
Water in the speaker grill may muffle the sound coming
from the speaker. The AquaQuake Water Draining function
removes water from the speaker grill by vibrating the
speaker cone.
L The AquaQuake Water Draining function is not usable
when using an optional battery case or the optional speaker
microphone.
1. While holding down [H/L], push [FAV] to turn ON the
function.
• "
• A low frequency vibration beep sounds for 10 seconds to
drain the water, regardless of the volume level setting.
2. Push any key to turn OFF the function.
TIP: When the AquaQuake Action setting is ON in the Set mode,
you can use the function by just shaking the transceiver within 30
seconds, after the water is detected (p. 22)
1 or [CH]* 2 to
BASIC OPERATION
" is displayed.
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
14