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INSTRUCTION MANUAL FM TRANSCEIVER iV85 iV85E iV85-T This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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❍ CTCSS and DTCS encoder/decoder stand- ❍ Optional DTMF decoder 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 and/or other countries.
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PRECAUTIONS RWARNING RF EXPOSURE! RWARNING! NEVER This device emits connect the transceiver to an Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be ob- AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric served when operating this device. If you have any questions shock.
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Otherwise, the battery pack (Li-ion: BP-227) or installed batteries will be- come exhausted. For USA only: Caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.
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OPTION LIST • BP-226 • HM-75A/HM-131L/HM-158L battery case speaker microphones × Battery case for 5 AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries. Combination speaker-microphones that provide convenient operation while hanging the transceiver from your belt. • BP-227 ion battery pack HM-75A has 4 function switches for remote control capabilities. 7.4 V, 1850 mAh (minimum)/1950 mAh (typical) Lithium-ion HM-131L/HM-158L are equipp ed with an earphone jack and battery pack.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 BASIC OPERATION ���������������������������������������������� 17–21 FOREWORD ................ i IMPORTANT ................. i ■ Power ON ..............17 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ............i ■ VFO mode selection ..........17 PRECAUTIONS .............. ii–iii ■ Setting a frequency ..........17 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ..........iii ■...
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11 SET MODES ���������������������������������������������������������� 47–56 ■ Memory bank selection ..........30 ■ SET MODE .............. 47 ■ Memory bank setting ..........30 ■ Transferring bank contents ........31 ■ INITIAL SET MODE ..........51 12 SET MODE INSPECTION ������������������������������������� 57–58 7 DTMF MEMORY ����������������������������������������������������...
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ■ Preparation D Antenna D Battery pack replacement Before replacing the battery pack, push and hold [PWR] for Attach the antenna to the trans- ceiver as illustrated at right. 1 sec. to turn the power OFF. • To attach the battery pack Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direction of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery re- lease button.
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE BP-226 Latch D Battery case— optional for some versions Fig.1 When using a BP-226 attached to the trans- battery case ceiver, install 5 AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated at right. q Hook your finger under the latch, and open the cover in the direction of the arrow (q).
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Regular charging When using a BP-227 attached to the trans- battery pack ceiver, prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the bat- tery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and Transceiver operation. D Charging note •...
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