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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVER iF3/S UHF TRANSCEIVER iF4/S This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. Versions of the IC-F3/IC-F4 which display “CE” on the serial num- ber seal, comply with the essential requirements of the 89/336/EEC directive for Electromagnetic Compatibility. -
Page 3: Getting Started
D UNPACKING The transceiver comes supplied with the following accessories*. q Flexible antenna w Belt clip e 1922A REAR-SHEET *The BP-196 comes at- BATTERY PACK tached to the transceiver. D BELT CLIP Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below. Attach the belt-clip GETTING STARTED D ANTENNA... -
Page 4: Panel Description
PANEL DESCRIPTION IC-F3,IC-F4 IC-F3S,IC-F4S... -
Page 5: Dealer-Programmable Functions
• Skip-ch indication. • Audible indication. NOTE: Above functions depend on presetting. I General Consult your Icom Dealer or System operator for details con- cerning your transceiver’s programming. When available, pro- grammed functions are assigned to [P0], [P1], [P2], [P3], [A]*... -
Page 6: Functions
DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS I Functions In the following explanations, programmable function names are bracketed, the specific switch used to activate the func- tion depends on programming. D D KEYPAD LOCK FUNCTION This function locks access to all programmable switches (ex- cept the switch assigned the lock function). To toggle the lock function ON and OFF: Push and hold the [LOCK] switch for 1 sec. - Page 7 D D MONITOR AUDIBLE FUNCTION The monitor function allows you to open the transceiver’s squelch manually to check whether a channel is busy or not. The transceiver has 2 conditions for receive standby: Audible condition: This condition mutes audio ONLY when no carrier is present.
- Page 8 DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS D D DTMF RE-DIAL FUNCTION This function allows you to transmit the last-used DTMF code at the push of a key. To activate the function: Push the [DTMF RE-DIAL] switch momentarily. • The previously transmitted DTMF code is automatically transmitted. •...
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Page 9: Conventional Operation
I Receiving and transmitting NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. See p.1 for antenna attachment. Turn power ON as described on p.1. Receiving: q Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel. w Listen for a transmission and adjust [VOL] to a comfortable listening level. -
Page 10: Tx Code Channel Selection
CONVENTIONAL OPERATION I Tx code channel selection Your radio may be programmed for Tx code channel selec- tion. In this case, you can choose a Tx code channel to be transmitted when using the call function (p.7). Push the Tx code channel switch (assigned to one of the dealer-programmable switches) to activate the function, then enter digits via the keypad to select the desired Tx code channel. -
Page 11: Smartrunk Ii
I Basic operation These features are enabled by your Dealer or System Operator and may not be available in your system. Contact your Dealer for details. Push the [Bank Up] switch one or more times to select a channel bank for conventional channels or SmarTrunk II™ channels. - Page 12 • A high-pitched beep indicates successful programming. • Memories [A]–[D] are used for the Turbo SpeeDial. NOTE: This function is available for the IC-F3/IC-F4 only. D D Emergency call * Push [0], [ ] to initiate an emergency call.
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Page 13: Optional Installation
UNIT or SmarTrunk II Logic Board Only one of the above optional units can be installed in the IC-F3/IC-F4. q Remove the battery pack from the transceiver as shown in Fig. 1. w Remove the service cover. (Fig. 2) e Take out the protective sponge. (Fig. 2) •... -
Page 14: Battery Packs
BATTERY PACKS I Battery pack replacement Before replacing the battery pack, the volume control MUST be rotated fully counterclockwise, until a click is heard, to turn the power OFF. • TO REMOVE the battery pack from the transceiver: Push and hold the battery release downwards, then pull the battery pack upwards with the transceiver facing you. -
Page 15: Battery Case
I Battery case When using a BP-194 OPTIONAL BATTERY CASE the transceiver, install 8 AA (R6) size alkaline or Ni-Cd bat- teries as illustrated below. D Battery case cautions attached to When installing Ni-Cd batteries: • Make sure all Ni-Cd cells are the same brand, type and ca- pacity. - Page 16 BATTERY PACKS I Battery charging Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it OFF while charging. • Recommended temperature range for charging: +10°C to +40°C (50°F to 140°F).
- Page 17 D Multiple charging with the BC-121 The optional BC-121 allows up to 6 Ni-Cd batteries to be charged simultaneously. The following are additionally re- quired. • Six AD-81s. • An AC adapter (may be supplied with the BC-121 depending on version). Charge indicator (each indicator functions independently)
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Page 18: Charging
BATTERY PACKS D Charging with an optional cables The optional CP-12L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE filter or OPC-254L DC POWER CABLE power source can also be used to charge the battery packs (except the BP-194 with installed dry cell or alkaline batter- ies). -
Page 19: Specifications And Options
: IC-F4/S Mode : 16K0F3E (wide) 8K50F3E (narrow) Usable temperature range : –22°F to +140°F ETS, CEPT : –25°C to +55°C (IC-F3/S) –20°C to +55°C (IC-F4/S) Dimensions : 58 (W)×138.5 (H)×37(D) mm (projections not included) Weight (with BP-196) : 390 g •... - Page 20 A-5452H-1EX-w Printed in Japan 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003 Japan Copyright 1997 by Icom Inc.
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