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Icom IC-2800H Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER
i2800H
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is sub-
ject 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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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER i2800H This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is sub- ject 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.

  • Page 2: Explicit Definitions

    If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk NOTE of personal injury, fire or electric shock. Versions of the IC-2800H which display the “CE” symbol on the se- rial number seal comply with the European harmonised standard ETS300 684 (EMC product standard for Commercially Available Amateur Radio Equipment).
  • Page 3 ‘burn-in’ may occur. In such cases, turn the power OFF and discontinue operation for at least 24 hours. For U.S.A. only CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not ex- pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ... 1 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ... 2 – 13 Controller unit ... 2 Function display ... 4 Basic function menu ... 6 Main unit ... 8 HM-98 microphone ... 10 HM-97/118 microphone ... 13 3 INSTALLATION ...

  • Page 5: Supplied Accessories

    The transceiver comes with the following accessories. HM-98 HM-118 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES q DC power cable (OPC-346) ... 1 w Remote controller cable* e Remote controller mounting bracket (MB-73) ... 1 r Main unit mounting bracket ... 1 t Mounting screws, nuts and washers ... 1 set y Fuse (FGB 20 A) ...

  • Page 6: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION Controller unit MAIN PRIO MAIN MAIN 5.000 M I D - L O PRIO 3.000 MONI MONI M I D - L O POWER CHG/L Function display (p. 4)
  • Page 7 q VHF VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Adjusts the VHF audio level. (p. 23) w VHF SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL] Adjusts the VHF squelch level. (p. 23) Depending on the set mode setting, the RF attenuator is automatically activated when [SQL] is rotated clock- wise past the 12 o’clock position.

  • Page 8: Function Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display MAIN MAIN 5.000 M I D - L O 3.000 MONI M I D - L O q FUNCTION INDICATORS (pgs. 6, 7) Indicate the functions assigned to the multi-function switches at left. w DTMF MEMORY ENCODER INDICATOR (p. 54) Appears when the DTMF memory encoder is in use.
  • Page 9 o FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the operating frequency, memory name, etc. !0 PRIORITY WATCH INDICATOR (p. 48) Appears when priority watch is in use. !1 TONE INDICATORS (pgs. 26, 50, 52) “T” appears when the subaudible tone encoder is in use; “T SQL ì”...

  • Page 10: Basic Function Menu

    PANEL DESCRIPTION Basic function menu The multi-function switches have 2 main menus. Pushing [CHG/L] toggles between the 2 multi-function switch menus. MAIN MAIN 5.000 M I D - L O 3.000 MONI M I D - L O q MAIN BAND/BAND SCOPE MENU [MAIN (SCP)] Push to select the main band.
  • Page 11 r MONITOR/LOW POWER MENU [MONI (LOW)] Push to toggle the monitor function ON and OFF. (p. 24) Push for 2 sec. to change the output power selection. (p. • Low (LO), mid-low (MID-LO), mid-high (MID-HI) and high (HI) powers are available. t MAIN BAND/MEMORY EDIT MENU [MAIN (EDIT)] Push to select the main band.

  • Page 12: Main Unit

    PANEL DESCRIPTION Main unit CONTROLLER q MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC] Connects the supplied microphone. q +8 V DC output (Max. 10 mA) w Frequency up/down e HM-90/98 control input r PTT t Microphone ground y Microphone input u Ground i No connection w CONTROLLER CONNECTOR [CONTROLLER] (p.
  • Page 13 y POWER RECEPTACLE [DC13.8V] (pgs. 15, 16) Accepts 13.8 V DC ±15% with the supplied DC power cable. • Current of 12 A or greater is required. DO NOT use a cigarette lighter socket as a power source when operating in a vehicle. The plug may cause voltage drops and ignition noise may be superimposed onto transmit or receive audio.

  • Page 14: Hm-98 Microphone

    PANEL DESCRIPTION HM-98 microphone* LOCK CALL DTMF-S FUNC AFC-OFF PTT-M MONI SCAN PRIO CSQL DTMF HIGH TONE TSQLS TSQL DUP– DUP+ SIMP TONE-1 TONE-2 16KEY LOCK q UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y Y ]/[Z Z ] Push either switch to change the operating frequency, memory channel, set mode contents, etc.
  • Page 15 FUNCTION Toggles between opening and closing the MONI operating band’s squelch. AFC-OFF Starts and stops scanning. SCAN PTT-M Starts and stops priority watch. PRIO Selects high output power. HIGH CSQL Selects mid-high output power. DTMF Selects low output power. TONE Selects –duplex.
  • Page 16 PANEL DESCRIPTION FUNCTION • Clears a digit before entry. • Cancels the monitor, scan, priority watch, DTMF memory, mute function or set mode condition. Enters set mode and decreases the set D-OFF mode selection order. • Sets the keypad for numeral input. T-OFF •...

  • Page 17: Panel Description ......... 2

    HM-97/118 microphone HM-118 HM-97 HM-118T/TA q PTT SWITCH Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. (p. 24) w UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP]/[DN] Push either switch to change the operating frequency, memory channel, set mode contents, etc. (p. 20) Push either switch for 2 sec. to start scanning. (p. 42) Activate a function programmed in set mode.

  • Page 18: Installation

    INSTALLATION Location Select a location which can support the weight of the trans- ceiver and does not interfere with driving in any way. We rec- ommend the locations shown in the diagram below. NEVER place the transceiver or remote controller where nor- mal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury.

  • Page 19: Mounting The Remote Controller

    Mounting the remote controller Install the nut before attaching the bracket to the wall, etc. D When using an optional MB-65 The supplied remote con- troller bracket is not nec- essary when using the optional MB-65. Battery connection NEVER connect the transceiver directly to a 24 V battery. DO NOT use the cigarette lighter socket for power con- nections.

  • Page 20: Dc Power Supply Connection

    INSTALLATION DC power supply connection Use a 13.8 V DC power supply with more than 12 A capacity. Make sure the ground terminal of the DC power supply is grounded. • See p. 74 for fuse replacement. DC power supply 13.8 V to an outlet + red...

  • Page 21: Antenna Installation

    Antenna installation D Antenna location To obtain maximum performance from the transceiver, select a high-quality antenna and mount it in a good location. A non- radial antenna should be used when using a magnetic mount. Roof-mount antenna (Drill a hole or use a magnetic mount.) Gutter-mount antenna D Antenna connector The antenna uses a PL-259 connector.

  • Page 22: Frequency Setting

    FREQUENCY SETTING Preparation D Turning power ON/OFF Before operating the transceiver for the first time it’s a good idea to reset the transceiver’s CPU. This will ensure that all transceiver settings are at their defaults. See p. 75 for CPU resetting details.

  • Page 23: Lock Functions

    Lock functions To prevent accidental frequency changes and unnecessary function access, use the lock function. The transceiver and HM-98 have 2 different lock functions. D Frequency lock This function locks the tuning dials and switches electronically and also locks the microphone switches. Push [CHG/L] for 2 sec.

  • Page 24: Using The Tuning Dial

    FREQUENCY SETTING Using the tuning dial q Select VFO mode with the desired band’s [V/M • Push [CHG/L] if [V/M ] is not displayed. w Rotate desired band’s [DIAL] to change the frequency. • The frequency changes according to the selected tuning steps. See the next page for selecting the tuning step.

  • Page 25: Setting A Tuning Step

    Setting a tuning step Tuning steps can be selected for each band. This transceiver has 8 tuning steps as follows: • 5 kHz • 10 kHz • 12.5 kHz • 15 kHz • 25 kHz • 30 kHz • 50 kHz q Select VFO mode with the desired band’s [V/M •...

  • Page 26: Using The Keypad

    FREQUENCY SETTING Using the keypad The frequency can be directly set via numeral keys on the HM-98 microphone. q Push [BAND] to select the desired operating band. w Push [VFO] to select VFO mode, if necessary. e Push [ENT] to activate the keypad for digit input. [EXAMPLE]: Setting the frequency to 145.3625 MHz.

  • Page 27: Basic Operation

    Receiving q Push [POWER] for 2 sec. to turn power ON. w Set the audio level. Push the desired band’s [MONI] to open the squelch. • Push [CHG/L] if [MONI] is not displayed. Rotate the desired band’s [VOL] control to adjust the audio output level.

  • Page 28: Monitor Function

    BASIC OPERATION Monitor function This function is used to listen to weak signals without disturb- ing the squelch setting or to open the squelch manually even when mute functions such as the tone squelch are in use. Push the desired band’s [MONI] to toggle the monitor func- tion ON and OFF.

  • Page 29: Selecting Output Power

    Selecting output power The transceiver has 4 output power levels to suit your operat- ing requirements. Low output powers during short-distance communications may reduce the possibility of interference to other stations and will reduce current consumption. Push the desired band’s [ LOW] for 2 sec.

  • Page 30: Repeater Operation

    REPEATER OPERATION Accessing a repeater When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by the offset frequency. (p. 30) It is con- venient to program repeater information into memory chan- nels. (p. 32) q Select the desired band with the desired band’s [MAIN]. w Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
  • Page 31 q Select the desired band with [BAND]. DUP– w Set the receive frequency (repeater output fre- quency). e Push [u DUP–] to select –duplex; push [i DUP+] for +duplex. r Push [FUNC] then [u TONE] to turn ON the DUP+ subaudible tone encoder according to repeater requirements.

  • Page 32: 1750 Hz Tone

    REPEATER OPERATION 1750 Hz tone A 1750 Hz tone is required to access most European re- peaters. The microphone has 1750 Hz tone capability. D Using the HM-98 microphone q Push [BAND] to select the desired band. TONE-1 w Push [FUNC]. •...

  • Page 33: Subaudible Tone

    Subaudible tone (encoder function) Some repeaters require subaudible tones to be accessed. Subaudible tones are superimposed over your normal signal and must be set in advance. Each operating band and each memory channel have inde- pendent settings. q Select the mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tone encoder frequency to, such as VFO mode or mem- ory/call channel.

  • Page 34: Offset Frequency

    REPEATER OPERATION Offset frequency When communicating through a repeater, the transmit fre- quency is shifted from the receive frequency by an amount determined by the offset frequency. q Select the mode/channel you wish to set the offset fre- quency to, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. w Push the desired band’s [ (MAIN) edit screen.

  • Page 35: Auto Repeater Function

    Auto repeater function (U.S.A. and Korea versions only) The U.S.A. and Korea versions automatically activate the re- peater settings (duplex ON/OFF, duplex direction, tone en- coder ON/OFF) when the operating frequency falls within or outside of the general repeater output frequency range. The offset and repeater tone frequencies are not changed by the auto repeater function, reset these frequencies, if necessary.

  • Page 36: Memory/Call Channels

    MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS General The transceiver has 99 memory channels and 1 call channel for each band for storage of often-used frequencies. D Memory/call channel contents The following information can be programmed into memory or call channels: • Operating frequency (p. 20) •...

  • Page 37: Programming After Selection

    Programming after selection q Select memory mode with the desired band’s [M/C]. • Push [CHG/L] if [M/C] is not displayed. • “!” appears when memory mode is selected. w Set the memory channel to be programmed with the de- sired band’s tuning dial. e Push [V/M ] to select VFO mode.

  • Page 38: Programming During Selection Via The Microphone

    MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS Programming during selection via the microphone The HM-98 microphone can also be used to pro- gram memory channels. q Select the desired band with [BAND]. w Select VFO mode with [VFO]. e Set the desired frequency. • Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if required.

  • Page 39: Transferring Memory Contents To Another Memory Via The Microphone

    Transferring memory contents to another memory via the microphone The HM-98 microphone can also be used to trans- fer memory channels. q Select the desired band with [BAND]. w Select memory mode with [MR]. e Set the desired memory channel to be transferred with [Y] or [Z].

  • Page 40: Memory Clear

    MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS Memory clear Unwanted memory channels can be cleared (erased). Before clearing a memory channel make sure it is no longer needed as cleared memories cannot be recalled. q Push the desired band’s [S.MW] momentarily. • Push [CHG/L] if [S.MW] is not displayed. •...

  • Page 41: Alphanumeric Display

    Alphanumeric display Each memory channel and the call channel can be pro- grammed with an alphanumeric name such as a repeater name, club name, etc., for easy recognition. Names can be a maximum of 8 characters—see the table at right for available characters.

  • Page 42: Call Channel

    MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS Call channel 1 call channel is available for each band to store a most-often- used frequency for quick recall. D Selecting a call channel q Push [M/C] to select a call chan- nel. • Push [CHG/L] if [M/C] is not dis- played.
  • Page 43 D Programming a call channel via the microphone The HM-98 microphone can also be used to pro- gram a call channel. q Select the desired band with [BAND]. w Select VFO mode with [VFO]. e Set the desired frequency. • Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if required.

  • Page 44: Scratch Pad Memory

    SCRATCH PAD MEMORY What is a scratch pad memory? During VFO operation, the transceiver automatically memo- rizes operating frequency information, separate from regular memory channels, when transmitting on a new frequency. There are 2 types of scratch pad memories, those for simplex operation, L1–L5, and those for duplex (repeater) operation, R1–R5.

  • Page 45: Transferring Scratch Pad Memory Contents

    q Select the desired band with [BAND]. CALL w Push [ CALL] for 2 sec. to select the se- (MR) lected band’s call channel. e Push [Y] one or more times to select a duplex scratch pad memory; push [Z] one or more times to select a simplex scratch pad memory.

  • Page 46: Scan Operation

    SCAN OPERATION Scan types Scanning searches for signals automatically and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. There are 3 scan types and 4 resume conditions to suit your operating needs. FULL/BAND SCAN (p. 43) Band Band edge...

  • Page 47: Full/Programmed Scan

    Full/programmed scan q Select VFO mode with the desired band’s [V/M • Push [CHG/L] if [V/M ] is not displayed. w Make sure the squelch is set to the threshold point. e Push [ SCN] for 2 sec. to enter scan screen. (M/C) •...

  • Page 48: Selecting Scan Edges

    SCAN OPERATION Selecting scan edges The scanning range can be set to all frequencies (full scan) or between two user-programmed frequencies (programmed scan). Scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edges, 1A/1B to 3A/3B, in memory channels.

  • Page 49: Memory Scan

    Memory scan q Select memory mode with the desired band’s [M/C]. • Push [CHG/L] if [M/C] is not displayed. • “!” appears when memory mode is selected. w Make sure the squelch is set to the threshold point. e Push [ SCN] for 2 sec.

  • Page 50: Skip Channel Setting

    SCAN OPERATION Skip channel setting Memory channels can be set to be skipped for memory skip scan. In addition, memory channels can be set to be skipped for both memory skip scan and full/band/programmed scan (frequency skip scan). This is useful to speedup the scan in- terval.

  • Page 51: Band Scope

    Operation The band scope function allows you to visually check a spec- ified frequency range. Sweep range varies ±50 kHz through ±500 kHz with setting of the sweep tuning steps. Receive audio is muted while monitoring the band scope. Push [SWP] to cancel sweeping and receive the audio. q Set the desired frequency as band scope center frequency.

  • Page 52: Priority Watch

    PRIORITY WATCH Priority watch types Priority watch checks for signals on a frequency every 5 sec. while operating on a VFO frequency. The transceiver has 2 priority watch types to suit your needs. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition.
  • Page 53 y Push [ PRIO] for 2 sec. to start the watch. (MEM ) • The transceiver checks the memory or call channel frequency every 5 sec. • The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume con- dition. (p. 46) •...

  • Page 54: Subaudible Tone Operation

    SUBAUDIBLE TONE OPERATION Tone squelch operation The tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal con- taining a matching subaudible tone. You can silently wait for calls from group members using the same tone. q Select the desired band with the desired band’s [MAIN]. w Set an operating frequency.
  • Page 55 D Setting subaudible tones for tone squelch operation (CTCSS tones) Separate tone frequencies can be set for tone squelch oper- ation than for repeater operation (the same range of tones is available). Like repeater tones, these are set in the edit screen.

  • Page 56: Pocket Beep Operation

    SUBAUDIBLE TONE OPERATION Pocket beep operation This function uses subaudible tones for calling and can be used as a “common pager” to inform you that someone has called while you were away from the transceiver. D Waiting for a call from a specific station q Select the desired band with the desired band’s [MAIN].

  • Page 57: Tone Scan

    Tone scan The transceiver can detect the subaudible tone frequency in a received signal. By monitoring a signal that is being transmit- ted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone frequency required to access the repeater. q Set the desired frequency or memory channel to be checked for a tone frequency.

  • Page 58: Dtmf Memory

    DTMF MEMORY Programming a DTMF code DTMF codes are used for autopatching, accessing repeaters, controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 14 DTMF memory channels (D0–D9, DA–DD) for storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 16 digits. q Push [DTMF] for 2 sec. to select the DTMF memory screen.

  • Page 59: Transmitting A Dtmf Code

    Transmitting a DTMF code D Automatic transmission (DTMF memory) The selected DTMF code is transmitted at each push of the PTT switch when the DTMF memory encoder is turned ON. q Push [DTMF] to turn the DTMF memory encoder ON. •...

  • Page 60: Dtmf Speed

    DTMF MEMORY DTMF speed The rate at which DTMF memories send individual DTMF characters can be set to accommodate operating needs. q Push [DTMF] for 2 sec. to select the DTMF memory screen. • Push [CHG/L] if [DTMF] is not displayed. DTMF 0123456 0123456789AB...

  • Page 61: Wireless Operation

    INFRARED RECEIVER D Recommended connection Use the microphone cable for charging DATA CONTROLLER IC-2800H EX-1759 WIRELESS OPERATION HM-90 wireless microphone The HM-90’s internal battery should be charged when the mi- crophone is not being held. Charging period : 1.5 hr. with timer (or 8 hr.

  • Page 62: Ex-1759 Installation

    EX-1759 has both an infrared receiver and a microphone connector which contains microphone charging capabilities. When using the IC-2800H main unit Attach the EX-1759 to a suitable location for receiving infrared signals, e.g. sun visor, etc. When using the connector for a microphone charger Attach the EX-1759 to a suitable location for receiving infrared signals and where it can be connected to cable, e.g.

  • Page 63: Hm-90 Switches

    HM-90 switches BAND SELECT MONI REMOTE CONTROL MICROPHONE Front and side panels q PTT SWITCH Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. Toggles between transmitting and receiving while the one-touch PTT function is in use. w BAND SWITCHES [BAND SELECT Y Y ,Z Z ] Push to select the operating band.
  • Page 64 WIRELESS OPERATION FUNCTION Selects the call channel. CALL AFC-OFF Selects memory mode. PTT-M Selects VFO mode. Selects high output power. HIGH C-SQL Selects mid-high output power. DTMF Selects low output power. TONE DUP– Selects –duplex. T-SQLS DUP + Selects +duplex. T-SQL Selects simplex.
  • Page 65 Enters set mode and advances the set mode selection order. Decreases the set mode selection order T-OFF after entering set mode. SPCH NOTE: The IC-2800H has no voice synthesizer function. DEMO Sets the keypad for numeral input. SCAN Toggles between opening and closing MONI the squelch.

  • Page 66: Microphone Address

    WIRELESS OPERATION Microphone address The transceiver has 8 possible microphone addresses (in- cluding OFF) to help prevent interference from other HM-90 wireless microphones. Set both the microphone address and microphone dip switch to the same value as follows. When the supplied microphone is connected, the trans- ceiver rejects control signals from the HM-90 even when the microphone address is matched.

  • Page 67: Other Functions

    Beep tones You can select silent operation by turning beep tones OFF or you can select to have confirmation beeps sound at the push of a switch by turning beep tones ON. q Push [ SET] for 2 sec. to enter set mode. (DISP) •...

  • Page 68: Auto Power-Off Function

    OTHER FUNCTIONS Auto power-off function The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a specified period in which no operations are performed. 2 hours, 1 hour, 30 min. and OFF can be specified. The spec- ified period is retained even when the transceiver is turned OFF by the auto power-off function.

  • Page 69: Squelch Delay

    Squelch delay During operation, received signal strength often fluctuates. This can result in annoying repeated opening and closing of the squelch during reception of the same signal. The trans- ceiver has a built-in squelch delay function which helps pre- vent this. When both stations are operating from a fixed location e.g.

  • Page 70: Sub Band Busy Beep

    OTHER FUNCTIONS Sub band busy beep The sub band busy beep sounds when the sub band’s squelch is closed to inform you that the sub band’s squelch has been opened. q Push [ SET] for 2 sec. to enter set mode. (DISP) •...

  • Page 71: Memory Name Indication

    Memory name indication The transceiver can display MAIN MAIN memory names programmed EDIT in memory or call channels. (p. M I D - L O S.MW EDIT q Push [ SET] for 2 sec. to enter set mode. (DISP) • Push [CHG/L] if [(DISP) SET] is not displayed. w Push [Y] or [Z] to select the ‘Memory Name’...

  • Page 72: Hm-97/118 [Up]/[Dn] Keys

    OTHER FUNCTIONS HM-97/118 [UP]/[DN] keys Switches on the transceiver’s front panel can be assigned to the HM-97/118 [UP] and [DN] keys. The following can be as- signed: V/U MAIN : [MAIN (SCP)] V/U M/C : [M/C (SCN)] V/U EDIT : [MAIN (EDIT)] V/U MW : [S.MW (MW)] DISP...

  • Page 73: Display Brightness

    Display brightness The brightness of the LCD can be adjusted from 0% to 100% in 3 or 4% steps. Adjust brightness to suit lighting conditions and personal preferences. q Push [DISP] to enter display set mode. • Push [CHG/L] if [DISP] is not displayed. w Push [Y] or [Z] to select the ‘Bright’...

  • Page 74: Packet Operation

    OTHER FUNCTIONS Packet operation D Data speed For packet operation, the transceiver can be set to one of two data speeds: 1200 bps (default) or 9600 bps. q Push [ SET] for 2 sec. to enter set mode. (DISP) • Push [CHG/L] if [(DISP) SET] is not displayed. w Push [Y] or [Z] to select the ‘Packet BPS’...
  • Page 75 D 1200 bps packet operation q Connect the transceiver and a TNC as illustrated below. q DATA IN w GND e PTT P y P SQL t AF OUT w Set the TNC for transmit. e Set transmit delay on the TNC to 30–50. r Adjust the TNC frequency deviation if necessary.
  • Page 76 OTHER FUNCTIONS D 9600 bps high speed packet operation The transceiver supports 2 modes of 9600 bps packet opera- tion: G3RUH and GMSK. q Connect the transceiver and a TNC as illustrated below. q DATA IN w GND e PTT P r DATA OUT y P SQL w G3RUH mode can handle 16 kinds of modulated wave...

  • Page 77: Video Monitor Function

    D Adjusting the transmit signal output from the TNC When setting data transmission speed to 9600 bps, the data signal coming from the TNC is applied exclusively to the in- ternal limiter circuitry to automatically maintain band width. NEVER apply data levels from the TNC of over 0.6 V p-p, oth- erwise the transceiver will not be able to maintain the band width and may possibly interfere with other stations.

  • Page 78: Demonstration Display

    Repeat e to select the desired frequency. t Push [ï] to exit the edit screen. The Europe and Italy versions of the IC-2800H comply with European regulations regarding narrow FM bandwidth op- eration on amateur transceivers. Wide and narrow FM op- eration differ in specifications.

  • Page 79: Partial Reset

    Partial reset If you want to initialize the operating conditions (VFO fre- quency, VFO settings, set mode contents) without clearing the memory contents, a partial resetting function is available for the transceiver. Band conditions can be reset independently. D VHF band partial resetting While pushing the 2nd switch from the top on the left side, turn power ON to partially reset the transceiver.

  • Page 80: Cs-2800 Cloning Software

    CS-2800 CLONING SOFTWARE Getting started D This cloning software is designed to perform data setting and cloning for the IC-2800H DUAL BAND FM transceiver. D HELP WINDOW: Each item has a help window to describe functions and operation. System requirements...
  • Page 81 COM port/call sign setting • Set the com port (RS-232C port) number properly. • Enter your call sign. NOTE: ‘Check the following’ dialog box appears when the RS-232C serial port is not set correctly. NOTE: When first using this software, read out all the transceiver cloning data into the PC before starting editing with this cloning software.

  • Page 82: Edit Menu

    CS-2800 CLONING SOFTWARE t CLONING MENU [Cloning] Push to display cloning menu and cloning information dia- log box. y HELP MENU [Help] Push to display one point help, help contents, cloning soft- ware revision information. u Tool bar Short cut key appears on the tool bar when clicking the tool bar function in the [View] menu.
  • Page 83 Common settings There are 3 setting menus available. Common : Commonly set items such as operation beeps, sub band mute, sub band beep, RF attenuator, name display, TOT, auto repeater, auto power-off, cooling fan setting, packet data speed, squelch delay, VHF/UHF scan re- sume timer and RF output power settings.

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. PROBLEM No power comes on. • Power connector has a poor contact. • Polarity of the power connection is reversed. •...

  • Page 85: Options

    HM-90 WIRELESS MICROPHONE Infrared, full remote control microphone. Wired remote control is also possible. EX-1759 INFRARED RECEIVER Used to receive control signals from the HM-90. EX-1513 INFRARED SUB RECEIVER Used with the EX-1759 to extend the controllable area. HM-98 REMOTE CONTROL MICROPHONE Wired remote control microphone with key backlight.

  • Page 86: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS D General • Frequency coverage U.S.A. Transmit 144–148, 430–450* Receive 118–174* S. America Transmit 144–148, 430–440 Receive 118–174* Europe, Tx/Rx 144–146, 430–440 Taiwan Italy Transmit 144–148, 430–440 Receive 136–174* Asia Transmit 144–148, 430–440 Receive 136–174* Specifications guaranteed 440–450 MHz. Specifications guaranteed 144–148 MHz.
  • Page 87 D Receiver • Receive system : Double conversion superhetero- dyne • Intermediate frequencies : 15.65 MHz 46.05 MHz 450 kHz • Sensitivity : 0.16 µV typical • Squelch sensitivity : Less than 0.13 µV • Selectivity Wide More than 12 kHz/–6 dB Less than 28 kHz/–60 dB Narrow More than 6 kHz/–6 dB...
  • Page 88 Count on us! A-5570H-1EX-q Printed in Japan 6-9-16 Kamihigashi, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0002 Japan © 1999 Icom Inc.

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