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Icom IC-F61V Instruction Manual

Icom IC-F61V Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF TRANSCEIVER
iF51V
UHF TRANSCEIVER
iF61V

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVER iF51V UHF TRANSCEIVER iF61V...

  • Page 2: Explicit Definitions

    • If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the an- tenna is at least 2.5 cm from your body when transmitting. Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorpo- rated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.

  • Page 3: Precautions

    The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver per- formance and invalidate the warranty. Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with this transceiver.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT ……………………………………………………………………… i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ………………………………………………………… i OPERATING NOTES ……………………………………………………………… i PRECAUTIONS …………………………………………………………………… ii TABLE OF CONTENTS ………………………………………………………… iii 1 ACCESSORIES ……………………………………………………………… 1–3 ‘ Supplied accessories ……………………………………………………… 1 ‘ Accessory attachments……………………………………………………… 2 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION …………………………………………………… 4–13 ‘...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES I Supplied accessories Antenna Battery pack Jack cover Key sticker* Belt clip * There are no names on the programmable function keys since the functions can be freely assigned to [P0] to [P3], [Red], [ ] and ] keys. Attach the supplied key stickers above the appropriate keys for easy recognition of that key’s assigned function.

  • Page 6: Accessory Attachments

    ACCESSORIES I Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION! • NEVER HOLD the antenna when carrying the transceiver. • Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. ï Battery pack To attach the battery pack: Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direc- tion of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery release button.

  • Page 7: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES ï Jack cover Attach the jack cover when the optional equipment is not used. To attach the jack cover: To detach the jack cover: q Insert the jack cover into the e Unscrew the screw using a [SP MIC] jack. phillips screwdriver.

  • Page 8: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front, top and side panels Speaker Microphone Function display (p. 6) q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. w RED BUTTON The desired function can be assigned by your dealer. (p. 8) e ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna.
  • Page 9 PANEL DESCRIPTION r EXTERNAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE JACK [SP MIC] Connects the optional speaker-microphone, etc. [SP MIC] jack cover NOTE: KEEP the [SP MIC] jack cover attached to the transceiver when the optional equipment is not used. (See p. 3 for details) t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3] The desired functions can be assigned independently by your dealer.

  • Page 10: Function Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Function display q RECORD INDICATOR ➥ Appears when an unread message is in the memory. ➥ Blinks while recording. w LOW POWER INDICATOR Appears when low output power is selected. e AUDIBLE INDICATOR ➥ Appears when the channel is in the ‘audible’ (unmute) condition. ➥...
  • Page 11 PANEL DESCRIPTION i BATTERY INDICATOR Appears or blinks when the battery power decreases to a speci- fied level. o ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY Displays an operating channel number, channel names, Set mode contents, DTMF code, etc. BIIS operation only MDC operation only...

  • Page 12: Programmable Function Keys

    [Red], [ ] and [ ] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concerning your transceivers programming. If the programmable function names are bracketed in the following explanations, the specific key is used to activate the function de- pends on programming.
  • Page 13 PANEL DESCRIPTION SCAN B START/STOP KEY ➥ Push to start and cancel scanning operation. Scan resumes after a specified time period has passed when scan is cancelled except for this key. ➥ Push and hold this key for 1 sec. to indicate the scan group, then select the desired scan group using [CH Up]/[CH Down].
  • Page 14 PANEL DESCRIPTION MONITOR KEY Activates one of (or two of) the following functions on each channel independently: • Push and hold to un-mute the channel (audio is emitted; ‘Audible’ con- dition). • Push to mute the channel (sets to ‘Inaudible’ only). •...
  • Page 15 PANEL DESCRIPTION TALK AROUND KEY Push to turn the talk around function ON and OFF. • The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the re- ceive frequency for transceiver-to-transceiver communication. WIDE/NARROW KEY Push to toggle the IF bandwidth between wide and narrow. •...
  • Page 16 PANEL DESCRIPTION EMERGENCY KEYS Push and hold to transmit the emergency call. • The emergency call transmits with beeps; the display does not change. • The transceiver can transmit the emergency call silently or with the display changes depending on the pre-setting. Ask your dealer for de- tails.

  • Page 17: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION COMPANDER KEY Push to turn the compander function ON and OFF. The compander function reduces noise components from the trans- mitting audio to provide clearer communication. USER SET MODE KEY ➥ Push and hold to enter user set mode. •...

  • Page 18: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION I Turning power ON q Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON. • When the opening vibration function is turned ON, the transceiver vibrates for 2 sec. Ask your dealer for details. w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up passcode, input digit codes as directed by your dealer.

  • Page 19: Call Procedure

    BASIC OPERATION I Call procedure When your system employs tone signalling (excluding CTCSS and DTCS), this call procedure may be necessary prior to voice trans- mission. The tone signalling employed may be a selective calling system which allows you to call specific station(s) only and prevent unwanted stations from contacting you.

  • Page 20: Receiving And Transmitting

    BASIC OPERATION I Receiving and transmitting NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans- ceiver. See p. 2 for antenna attachment. Receiving: q Rotate [VOL] to turn power ON. w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select a channel. e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a comfort- able listening level.

  • Page 21: D Transmitting Notes

    BASIC OPERATION D Receiving note • Vibration function (Depends on the version) When the matched RX code signal is received, the transceiver may vibrate for a specified time period, depending on the pre-setting. Push any key or [PTT] to stop the vibration. NOTE: •...

  • Page 22: D Tx Code Channel Selection

    BASIC OPERATION D TX code channel selection If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it, the indi- cation can be toggled between the operating channel number (or name) and TX code channel number (or name). When the TX code channel number (or name) is displayed, [CH Up] or [CH Down] se- lects the TX code channel.

  • Page 23: D Dtmf Transmission

    BASIC OPERATION e Push [TX Code CH Select] to select the desired digit to be edited. r Push [CH Up]/[CH Down] to select the desired digit. t Push [TX Code CH Select] to set. The digit to the right will blink automatically.

  • Page 24: User Set Mode

    BASIC OPERATION I User set mode User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to set sel- dom-changed settings. You can “customize” the transceiver opera- tion to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the user set mode: q While pushing and holding [ ] and [ ], rotate [VOL] to power...

  • Page 25: Emergency Transmission

    BASIC OPERATION I Emergency transmission When [Emergency] is pushed for the specified time period, an emergency signal is automatically transmitted. When [Emergency] is pushed for the specified time period, the DTMF emergency signal is transmitted once or repeatedly on the emergency channel.

  • Page 26: Recording Function (Depends On The Version)

    BASIC OPERATION I Recording function (Depends on the version) The transceiver has a recording function that records the TX/RX voice messages. When the specified ID is received, the automatic recording function activates and records the voice message for a specified time period. Or, if the transceiver has [Playback/Rec] assigned to it, manual recording is also available.
  • Page 27 BASIC OPERATION e Release [PTT] to receive. • The RX voice message is recorded. r Push [Playback/Rec] again to stop recording. • “ ” stops blinking. • The recording operation automatically stops after the following: the recording memory is full, pushing any key but [PTT], or transmitting a single tone.

  • Page 28: Battery Charging

    R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom charger. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use and charge with Icom radios or Icom charger. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or charger may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.
  • Page 29 WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnor- mal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor. WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the battery.

  • Page 30: D Charging Caution

    CAUTION! DO NOT charge the battery outside of the specified temperature range: 0˚C to +45˚C. Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚C. The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range. Additionally, battery perfor-...

  • Page 31: Optional Battery Chargers

    BATTERY CHARGING I Optional battery chargers ï Regular charging with the BC-152 q Attach the BC-152 to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired. w Connect the AC adapter (BC-147) as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger.
  • Page 32 BATTERY CHARGING D For your convenience Eyelet USE a rubber band to secure the transceiv- er while charging, if desired.
  • Page 33 BATTERY CHARGING ï AD-100 installation The AD-100 must be installed into the BC-119N CHARGER ADAPTER or BC-121N before battery charging. ➥ Connect the AD-100 and the BC-119N/BC- CHARGER ADAPTER 121N as below, then install the AD-100 into the holder space of the BC-119N or BC-121N with the supplied screws.
  • Page 34 BATTERY CHARGING D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-100 The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of the optional Li- Ion battery pack. The following items are additionally required: • An AD-100 charger adapter • An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending on ver- sion) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).

  • Page 35: Battery Charging

    BATTERY CHARGING D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-100 The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following items are additionally required. • Six AD-100 charger adapter • An AC adapter (BC-157) or the DC power cable (OPC-656) Transceiver Battery pack *See the instruction...

  • Page 36: Battery Case

    BATTERY CASE I Optional battery case (BP-226) When using the optional battery case attached to the transceiver, install 5 AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated at right. The BP-226 is constructed to the IPX4 waterproof standard (IEC 60529, 2006). q Hook your finger under the latch, and open the cover in the direc- tion of the arrow (q).
  • Page 37 BATTERY CASE Latch BP-226 Fig.1 Fig.2 Ribbon Fig.3 Gasket Ribbon...

  • Page 38: Speaker-Microphone

    SPEAKER-MICROPHONE I Optional HM-168 description Alligator type clip To attach the speaker-mic. to your shirt or collar, etc. PTT switch Transmits while pushed Receives while released Microphone Speaker Turn the transceiver power OFF when connecting the HM-168. NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver.

  • Page 39: Attachment

    SPEAKER-MICROPHONE I Attachment Attach the connector of the speaker-microphone into the [SP MIC] jack on the transceiver and tighten the screw. CAUTION: Attach the [SP MIC] jack snugly, but do not overtighten. A loose connection will al- low water intrusion into the jack;...

  • Page 40: Swivel Beltclip

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP I MB-86 contents Qty. q Belt clip ………………………………………………………………… 1 w Base clip ……………………………………………………………… 1 e Screws ………………………………………………………………… 2 I Attaching q Attach the base clip to the back of the transceiver. Supplied screws Base clip w Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt and insert the base clip into the belt clip.

  • Page 41: Detaching

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it will swivel 360 de- grees. I Detaching Turn the transceiver upside down, and pull out from the belt clip. Then detach the base clip from the back of the transceiver. CAUTION! HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN ATTACHING OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP.

  • Page 42: Options

    OPTIONS D D BATTERY PACK/CASE • BP-226 BATTERY CASE Battery case for 5 AA (LR6) alkaline cells. • BP-227 BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/1700 mAh Li-Ion battery pack. The same as supplied with the transceiver. BP-227 must be charged with the optional BC- 152/BC-119N/BC-121N.
  • Page 43 OPTIONS D D DC CABLES • CP-17L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE Allows charging of the battery pack through a 12 V cigarette lighter socket. (For BC-152/BC-119N) • OPC-515L/OPC-656 DC POWER CABLES Allows charging of the battery pack using a 13.8 V power source instead of the AC adapter.
  • Page 44 OPTIONS ï About VS-1SC VOX / PTT CASE The VS-1SC is a VOX/PTT unit for Icom handheld transceivers, and allows you hands-free operation. An optional headset (HS-94, etc.) is required for operation. • The VOX (Voice Operated Transmission) function starts transmission without pushing PTT switch when you speak into the microphone;...

  • Page 45: Options

    OPTIONS VOX gain and delay adjustment qAttach the connector of the VS-1SC into the [SP/MIC] con- nector on the transceiver and tighten the screw. • Toggle the toggle switch to [VOX]. wEnter user set mode. (pgs. 13, 20) ePush [P0] several times to select “VOX Gain” or “VOX Delay.” Then, push to set the desired level/condition.

  • Page 46: Doc

    CE version of the IC-F51V which display the “CE” symbol on the serial number seal, comply with the essential requirements of the European Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC. This warning symbol indicates that this equipment operates in non-harmonised frequency bands and/or may be subject to licensing conditions in the country of use.
  • Page 47 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Icom Inc. Japan 0168 1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku Osaka 547-0003, Japan Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test 31th Aug.
  • Page 48 < Intended Country of Use > A-6605H-1EU Printed in Japan © 2007 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.

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