Foreword; Important; Explicit Definitions; Precautions - Icom IC-M802 Instruction Manual

FOREWORD

Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-
M802
/
MF HF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
with Icom's superior technology and craftsmanship.
With proper care, this product should provide you with
years of trouble-free operation.
We want to take a couple of moments of your time to
thank you for making the IC-M802 your radio of choice,
and hope you agree with Icom's philosophy of "tech-
nology first." Many hours of research and develop-
ment went into the design of your IC-M802.
D FEATURES
❍ Standard 4 × 8 " remote controller
❍ Built-in DSC meets ITU Class E requirement
❍ E-mail function available
❍ PC connection capability for remote control

PRECAUTIONS

R WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER
tach an antenna or internal antenna connector during
transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or
burn.
R WARNING! NEVER
an AC outlet directly. This may pose a fire hazard or
result in an electric shock.
R WARNING! NEVER
main unit overhead. The weight of the unit is approxi-
mately 4.7 kg (10 lb 6 oz), but its apparent weight will
increase several fold due to wave shocks or vibration.
The unit must be mounted on a flat hard surface only.
R NEVER
connect a power source of more than
15.64 V DC, such as a 24 V battery. This connection
could cause a fire or ruin the transceiver.
R NEVER
place the transceiver where normal oper-
ation of the ship or vehicle may be hindered or where it
could cause bodily injury.
R NEVER
let metal, wire or other objects touch any
internal part or connectors on the rear panel of the
transceiver. This may result in an electric shock.
R NEVER
expose the transceiver to rain, snow or
any liquids.
DO NOT use chemical agents such as benzine or al-
cohol when cleaning, as they can damage the trans-
ceiver surface.
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is designed and built
at-
connect the transceiver to
mount the transceiver

IMPORTANT

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAREFULLY
before attempting to operate the
transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
manual contains important safety and operating in-
structions for the IC-M802.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

WORD
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
R R WARNING
shock may occur.
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No
risk or personal injury, fire or electric
NOTE
shock.
During maritime mobile operation, KEEP the trans-
ceiver and microphone as far away as possible (at
least 1 m; 3 ft) from the magnetic navigation compass
to prevent erroneous indications.
Use Icom microphones only (supplied). Other manu-
facturer's microphones have different pin assignments,
and connection to the IC-M802 may damage the trans-
ceiver.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with
temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +55°C
(+131°F).
AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty en-
vironments or in direct sunlight.
AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting
anything on top of the transceiver. This will obstruct
heat dissipation.
Place the unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent
use by children.
BE CAREFUL! The heatsink will become hot when op-
erating the transceiver continuously for long periods.
Icom, Icom Inc. and the
Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United
Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other
countries.
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