Foreword; Important; Explicit Definitions; Precautions - Icom IC-M801E Instruction Manual

FOREWORD

Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-
M801E
MF / HF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
built with Icom's superior technology and craftsman-
ship. 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-M801E your radio of
choice, and hope you agree with Icom's philosophy of
"technology first." Many hours of research and devel-
opment went into the design of your IC-M801E.
D FEATURES
❍ Standard 4 × 8 " remote controller
❍ Built-in DSC meets ITU Class E requirement
❍ 12 and 24 V DC versions are 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 8.5 kg, 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
15.6 V DC or 31.2 V DC
. This connection could cause a fire or ruin the
version)
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.
DO NOT use chemical agents such as benzine or al-
cohol when cleaning, as they can damage the trans-
ceiver surface.
i
is designed and
at-
connect the transceiver to
mount the transceiver
(depending on 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-M801E.

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 handset or microphone as far away as pos-
sible from the magnetic navigation com-
(at least 1 m)
pass to prevent erroneous indications.
Use Icom handset or microphones only
. Other manufacturer's handset or microphones
tional)
have different pin assignments, and connection to the
IC-M801E may damage the transceiver.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with
temperatures below –15°C or above +55°C.
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 transceiver main unit will become
hot when operating the transceiver continuously for
long periods.
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countries.
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