Icom IC-A200 Instruction Manual page 9

RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING
Mi Receiving
1) Select an operating frequency.
e Refer to pgs. 3~4 for details.
4) Push the volume control IN to close the squelch.
e The squelch automatically opens only when a
signal is received.
The squelch opens
- manually.
The squelch opens
only when a signal is
received
CONVENIENT: The intercom function is useful for
swift communication between the pilot and co-pilot.
Set the communication/intercom switch on the VHF
control panel to the "intercom" position. Voice signals
from the microphone are sent to both the pilot and
co-pilot's headsets.
Mi Transmitting
NOTE: To prevent interference, lister on the frequency
before transmitting. If the frequency is busy, wait until the
frequency is clear.
1) Select the yoke-mounted communication/intercom
switch to the "communication" position.
2) Select an operating frequency.
3) Push the PTT switch.
e "TX" appears.
4) Speak into the microphone at your normal voice
level.
e DO NOT set the microphone too closely to your
mouth or speak too loudly. This may distort the
signal.
5) Release the PTT switch to receive.
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