Icom IC-706 MKII Instruction Manual page 2

IMPORTANT
Read this instruction manual carefully
before attempting to operate the transceiver.
Save this instruction manual. This instruction
manual contains important safety and operating
instructions for the IC-706MKII.
PRECAUTIONS
Z\WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER
attach an antenna or internal antenna connector dur-
ing transmission. This may result in an electrical shock
or burn.
A\NEVER apply AC to the [DC13.8V] socket on the
transceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or ruin
the transceiver.
Z\NEVER apply more than 16 V DC, such as a 24 V
battery, to the [DC13.8V] socket on the transceiver
rear panel. This could cause a fire or ruin the trans-
ceiver. l
A NEVER let metal, wire or other objects touch any
internal part or connectors on the rear panel of the
transceiver. This will cause electric shock.
ZA\NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or
any liquids.
NEVER allow children to play with the transceiver.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with
temperatures below —10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C
(+140°F). Be aware that temperatures on a vehicle's
dashboard can exceed 80°C, resulting in permanent
damage to the transceiver's front panel if left there for
extended periods.
AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty
environments or in direct sunlight.
AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting
anything on top of the transceiver. This will obstruct
heat dissipation.
During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the trans-
ceiver without running the vehicle's engine. When
transceiver power is ON and your vehicle's engine is
- OFF, the vehicle's battery will soon become exhausted.
Make sure the transceiver power is OFF before start-
ing the vehicle. This will avoid possible damage to the
transceiver by ignition voltage spikes.
During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiv-
er and microphone as far away as possible from the
magnetic navigation compass to prevent erroneous
indications.
BE CAREFUL! The heatsink will become hot when
operating the transceiver continuously for long periods.
BE CAREFUL! If a linear amplifier is connected, set
the transceiver's RF output power to less than the lin-
ear amplifier's maximum input level, otherwise, the lin-
ear amplifier will be damaged.
Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional).
Other manufacturer's microphones have different pin
assignments and connection to the IC-706MKII may
damage the transceiver.
Beat signals may be heard on some frequencies.
These will occur as a result of circuit construction.
For U.S.A. only
Caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not
expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your author-
ity to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
The explicit definitions described below apply to this
instruction manual.
lf disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
The IC-706MKIIi Europe version complies with
€ € essential requirements of the 89/336/EEC direc-
tive for Electromagnetic Compatibility under the
conditions listed below. This compliance is based on confor-
mity with the ETSI specification ETS300 684 Jan. 1997 (EMC
product standard for Commercially Available Amateur Radio
Equipment).
Condition:
eln combination with PS-85
When connected to a power supply via OPC-639