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Icom IC-M25 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
|M25
|M25EURO
Ihr Partner für Funktechnik
www.fellecs-tech.com
inbox@fellecs-tech.com
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful inter-
ference.
IC-M25
IC-M25EURO

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER |M25 |M25EURO Ihr Partner für Funktechnik www.fellecs-tech.com inbox@fellecs-tech.com This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful inter- ference. IC-M25 IC-M25EURO...

  • Page 2: Explicit Definitions

    Thank you for choosing this Icom product. The IC-M25/IC-M25EURO is designed vhf marine transceiver and built with Icom’s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. Floats on water IMPORTANT The transceiver floats in fresh or salt water even when the supplied accessories are READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS attached.

  • Page 3: In Case Of Emergency

    • Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earthquakes, facilitate the rescue. storms, floods, lightning, other natural disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive contamination. • The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. FELLECS-TECH | inbox@fellecs-tech.com | www.fellecs-tech.com...

  • Page 4: Safety Training Information

    • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body • FCC KDB Publication 447498 D03, Evaluating Compliance with FCC when transmitting, and only use the Icom belt-clips listed on page 30 when attaching the radio to your belt, or other place, to ensure FCC and IC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.

  • Page 5: Infomation En Matiére De Sécurité

    établies par la FCC et d’IC. La radio est en train d’émettre lorsque le public». En outre, votre radio Icom satisfait les normes et directives qui suivent témoin du “TX” s’affiche sur l’écran ACL. La radio émettra si vous appuyez en matière de niveaux d’énergie et d’énergie électromagnétique de RF et...

  • Page 6: Precautions

    Below –10°C (+14°F) or above +55°C (+131°F) CAUTION: DO NOT connect the radio to a power source KEEP other than the products specified by Icom. Such a connection will the radio out of the reach of children. ruin the radio. KEEP the radio at least 0.9 meter (3.0 feet) away from your...

  • Page 7: Précautions

    • Pour les versions EUR, FRG, NLD, UK, et CHN: d'alimentation autre que celle des produits recommandés par En dessous de –15°C (+5˚F) ou au-dessus de +55°C (+131˚F) Icom. Cela pourrait endommager l'appareil. • Pour les version AUS: ATTENTION: ASSUREZ-VOUS En dessous de –10°C (+14°F) ou au-dessus de +55°C (+131°F)

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT ..................i 5 SCAN OPERATION (Except for the NLD version) ....14 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..............i Scan types ................14 FEATURES ..................i Setting Favorite channels ............15 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............. ii Starting a scan ..............15 RECOMMENDATION ............... ii 6 DUALWATCH AND TRI-WATCH (Except for the NLD version) ..16 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ..........

  • Page 9: Operating Rules

    It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not licensed, but required to be. NOTE: Even though the IC-M25/IC-M25EURO is capable of operation on VHF marine channels 1021, 1023, 1081, If required, contact your dealer or the appropriate...

  • Page 10: Accessories Attachments

    ACCESSORIES ATTACHMENTS Supplied accessories ❏ Handstrap Handstrap Belt clip Power adapter* Pass the handstrap through (5 V/2 A) the loop on the back side of the transceiver to make it easy to carry. Antenna *Not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver version.

  • Page 11: Charging

    Charging NOTE: Charging with these power sources is not IMPORTANT: guaranteed. Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to charging with these power sources. • Read Section 8 (Pages 22 to 24) before charging. • Before using the transceiver for the first time, fully Charging time differs, depending on the power supply.

  • Page 12: Panel Description

    Front, top and side panels Antenna connector [SP/MIC] JACK Function Display UP/DOWN KEYS [FAV ] FAVORITE CHANNEL KEY POWER KEY [ ] [CH/WX U/I/C] (For IC-M25) [16/C] [CH] (For IC-M25EURO) CHANNEL 16/CALL CHANNEL KEY CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL KEY [VOL/SQL MONI] VOLUME/SQUELCH/MONITOR KEY [Hi/Lo...
  • Page 13 PANEL DESCRIPTION ANTENNA CONNECTOR (Page 2) [CHARGE] SOCKET Connect the supplied antenna here. Connect the supplied charger. (Page 3) SPEAKER/MIC JACK [SP/MIC] (Page 25) Connect the optional HM-213 here. speaker microphone Unscrew the cap. Lift the cap to detach it. Slide down the cover lock.

  • Page 14: Function Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION Function Display Battery status Indication Over charged (Blinks) Full CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT BATTERY ICON TRANSMIT ICON BUSY ICON Charging required Exhausted FAVORITE CHANNEL ICON (Blinks) LOW POWER ICON DUPLEX ICON SCAN ICON CHANNEL GROUP ICONS DUALWATCH ICON TRI-WATCH ICON VOLUME/SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR KEY LOCK ICON WEATHER CHANNEL ICON...
  • Page 15 PANEL DESCRIPTION TRANSMIT ICON VOLUME/SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR Appears while transmitting.  Number of bars shows the volume/squelch level.  “SQL” blinks when adjusting the squelch level. (Page 11) FAVORITE CHANNEL ICON  “VOL” blinks when adjusting the volume level. (Page 10) Displayed when a Favorite channel is selected.

  • Page 16: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION Selecting a channel Choose the appropriate channel group for your operating For UK and AUS versions area, and then select the desired channel. Hold down ❏ Selecting a channel group 1 Push [CH/WX] to exit the WX group if necessary. for 1 second 2 Hold down [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 second to change the channel group.
  • Page 17 BASIC OPERATION ❏ Selecting Channel 16 ❏ Weather channels Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It is used for For USA, EXP, CHN and AUS versions.) establishing initial contact with a station, and for emergency The transceiver has 10 weather channels. These are used communications.

  • Page 18: Receiving And Transmitting

    BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting NOTE: • To conserve battery power, the transceiver’s Power Save function automatically activates when no signal is received for 5 seconds. CAUTION: DO NOT transmit without an antenna. • When the temperature is extremely low, the battery protection function automatically sets transceiver power to 1 Push [▲] or [▼] to select a channel.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Squelch Level

    BASIC OPERATION Adjusting the squelch level Monitor function Squelch is a function that allows the audio to be heard only The Monitor function momentary cancels the squelch while receiving a signal that is stronger than a set level. You function. You can check for weak signals. can adjust the squelch threshold level.

  • Page 20: Volume Loud Function

    BASIC OPERATION Volume Loud function Lock function You can temporary maximize the volume level with a simple This function electronically locks most keys to prevent operation. accidental changing of the channel and function access.  While holding down [VOL/SQL], push [▲]. ...

  • Page 21: Aquaquake Water Draining Function

    BASIC OPERATION AquaQuake Water Draining Setting the Call channel function You can recall the most often-used channel with a single operation, by setting the channel as the Call channel. Water in the speaker grill may muffle the sound coming The Call channel can be set in each channel group. from the speaker.

  • Page 22: Scan Operation (Except For The Nld Version)

    SCAN OPERATION (Except for the NLD version) Scan types You can find ongoing communication by scanning the Favorite channels. Before starting a scan, you need to: PRIORITY SCAN • Set the desired channels you want to scan as Favorite Sequentially searches through all Favorite channels, while channels (Page 15).

  • Page 23: Setting Favorite Channels

    SCAN OPERATION (Except for the NLD version) Setting Favorite channels Starting a scan 1 Hold down [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 second to change the You can quickly recall often-used channels by setting them as Favorite channels, which can be independently assigned channel group.

  • Page 24: Dualwatch And Tri-Watch (Except For The Nld Version)

    DUALWATCH AND TRI-WATCH (Except for the NLD version) Description Operation Dualwatch and Tri-watch are convenient to periodically 1 Select Dualwatch or Tri-watch in the Set mode. (Page 19) check Channel 16 while you are operating on another 2 Select the desired channel. channel.

  • Page 25: Set Mode

    SET MODE Set mode entry The Set mode is used to select option for the transceiver's functions. ❏ Set mode operation 1 Turn OFF the power. 3 While holding down [VOL/SQL], push [▲] or [▼] to 2 While holding down [VOL/SQL], turn ON the power to select an item.

  • Page 26: Set Mode Items

    SET MODE Set mode items ❏ Priority Scan function “Prio” (Except for the NLD version) ❏ Beep Tone function The transceiver has 2 scan types — “Normal” and “Priority.” “bEEP” • OFF: A normal scan, which searches all Favorite channels Turn the key touch beep sound ON or OFF.
  • Page 27 SET MODE ❏ Auto Scan function ❏ Monitor key action “Auto” “SqLS” (Except for the NLD version) The monitor key momentary activates the Monitor function. The Auto Scan function automatically starts a normal or Select a key action option. priority scan when no signal is received, and no operation is •...
  • Page 28 SET MODE ❏ Power Save function “P_SA” Set mode items (Continued) ❏ Automatic backlighting “A_bL” The Power Save function reduces current drain by This function is convenient for the operation in low light. The periodically turning OFF the receiver circuit. •...
  • Page 29 SET MODE ❏ Automatic AquaQuake function “AquA” ❏ CH Display function “CH_I” / “CH_U” / “CH_C” This function automatically activates the AquaQuake Water (Not display for some versions.) Draining function when the transceiver is retrieved from the Selects the number of digits to display the channel number. water.

  • Page 30: About The Battery

    If any of these stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor. for long periods of time may cause the battery to rupture R WARNING! NEVER use deteriorated battery packs.
  • Page 31 R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery WARNING! Occasionally observe the battery pack condition pack with Icom transceiver. Only Icom battery pack is tested and approved for use with Icom transceiver. Using third- while charging. If any abnormal condition occurs, discontinue party or counterfeit battery packs may cause smoke, fire, or using the battery pack.
  • Page 32 If the battery is left for a long a charge. period without being charged, its life cycle will be shorter, or Contact your Icom's local service shop or authorized Icom worse, it will never accept a charge again. dealer about the battery replacement.

  • Page 33: Optional Speaker-Microphone (Hm-213)

    OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE (HM-213) Descriptions Attaching The HM-213 is a lightweight speaker Turn OFF the power. Then, insert the speaker-mic connector speaker microphone microphone. It fits in the palm of your hand and allows you to into the [SP/MIC] connector and securely screw it, as shown talk and listen more easily.

  • Page 34: Atis Code (For Only The Nld And Frg Versions)

    ATIS CODE (For only the NLD and FRG versions) The 10-digit ATIS code can be set and confirmed. Depending on the dealer setting: • The ATIS code setting may not be necessary. • The code can be set only one time. ❏...

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. The transceiver does not turn ON. • The battery is exhausted. • Charge the battery. Page 3 No sound from speaker, or sound • The squelch level is too high. • Adjust the squelch level. Page 11 is muffled.

  • Page 36: Specifications And Options

    SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS Specifications Measurements made without an antenna. ❏ GENERAL  IC-M25EURO/IC-M25 only [CHN]  IC-M25 (Except [CHN]) • Frequency coverage (MHz): • Frequency coverage (MHz): 156.000–161.450 [EUR], [FRG], [UK] and [NLD] 156.025–157.425 156.000–161.600 [CHN] 156.050–163.275 156.025–157.425 [AUS] • Mode: FM (16K0G3E) 156.000–163.425...
  • Page 37 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ❏ TRANSMITTER ❏ RECEIVER  IC-M25 (Except [CHN])  IC-M25 (Except [CHN]) • Output power: Approximately 5 W /1 W • Sensitivity : 0.25 µV (–12 dBµ) typical (at 12 dB SINAD) • Modulation system: Variable reactance frequency modulation •...

  • Page 38: Options

    Icom transceiver. Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Icom transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details.

  • Page 39: Vhf Marine Channel List

    VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ❏ For IC-M25 (USA, EXP and CHN) and IC-M25EURO (AUS) Channel Number Frequency (MHz) Channel Number Frequency (MHz) Channel Number Frequency (MHz) Channel Number Frequency (MHz) CAN Transmit Receive CAN Transmit Receive CAN Transmit Receive CAN Transmit Receive 156.050 160.650...
  • Page 40 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ❏ For IC-M25EURO (Except AUS) • International channels Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive 156.050 160.650 156.750 156.750 1028 157.400 157.400 156.625 156.625 157.125 161.725 156.100 160.700 156.800 156.800...
  • Page 41 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ❏ For IC-M25EURO (for UK version only) • USA channels Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive 1001 156.050 156.050 1018 156.900 156.900 1065 156.275 156.275 1082 157.125 157.125 1005 156.250 156.250...

  • Page 42: Informations

    CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not MISE EN GARDE : Tout changement ou modification, expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations. non expressément approuvé par Icom Inc., peut annuler l’autorisation de l’utilisateur à...

  • Page 43: About Ce And Doc

    Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the versions To obtain the UKCA Declaration of Conformity, please of IC-M25EURO which have the “CE” symbol contact Icom UK Limited by email at info@icomuk.co.uk or on the product, comply with the essential alternatively call + 44(0) 1227 741741.

  • Page 44: Index

    INDEX – A – – D – ABOUT CE AND DOC ..............35 Display ..................6 and 7 ABOUT UKCA DOC ...............35 DISPOSAL ..................35 Accessories ..................2 Distress ................... ii and 9 Adjusting the volume level ..............10 Dualwatch ..................16 Adjusting the squelch level .............11 –...
  • Page 45 INDEX – O – – T – Often-used channel ................13 Time-out timer ................10 OPERATING RULES ................1 Transmit power ..............11 and 29 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ..........25 and 30 Tri-watch ................16 and 19 OPTIONS ..................30 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............27 – P – – V – Panel description ................4 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ............31 Power save function ................20 Volume level ...............10 and 12...
  • Page 46 MEMO FELLECS-TECH | inbox@fellecs-tech.com | www.fellecs-tech.com...
  • Page 47 MEMO FELLECS-TECH | inbox@fellecs-tech.com | www.fellecs-tech.com...
  • Page 48 How the World Communicates Ihr Partner für Funktechnik www.fellecs-tech.com inbox@fellecs-tech.com A7227H-1EX-12 Printed in Japan 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan 2015–2023 Icom Inc. Jul. 2023 ©...

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