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Icom IC-A24E Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER iA24E iA6E IC-A24E IC-A6E...

  • Page 2: Foreword

    FOREWORD SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Accessories included with the transceiver: Qty. Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-A24E/ A6E VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built q Antenna ................1 with Icom’s state of the art technology and craftsmanship.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .............. i Memory scan ................16 ■ TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............ii “TAG” channel setting ............17 ■ PRECAUTION ................. iii 6 VOR NAVIGATION (IC-A24E ONLY) .........18–24 1 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT ............1 VOR indicators ..............18 ■ VOR functions ...............19 ■ 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ............2–7 Flying to a VOR station ............20...

  • Page 4: Precaution

    AC outlet or to a power source of more than 11.5 V DC. Such a Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor- porated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, connection will damage the transceiver.

  • Page 5: Accessory Attachment

    ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT Antenna Belt clip ï ï CAUTION: Conveniently attaches to your belt. DO NOT transmit without an antenna. Other- wise the transceiver may be damaged. Attach the belt clip with the supplied screws as below. NOTE: Use the supplied screws only. Insert the supplied antenna into the antenna connector and screw down the antenna as shown below.

  • Page 6: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION Panel description ■ IC-A24E IC-A6E Microphone Speaker...
  • Page 7 PANEL DESCRIPTION q BACKLIGHT SWITCH [LIGHT] u SQUELCH KEY [SQL] (p. 8) Turns the backlight for display and keypad ON or OFF. ➥ Push [SQL], then rotate [DIAL] to select the squelch level. w PTT SWITCH [PTT] (p. 9) • 24 squelch levels and squelch open (0) are available. Hold down to transmit;...
  • Page 8 , then push [ANL• ] to start the SCAN CP-20 from/to the cigarette lighter socket. scan function. IC-A24E/A6E CP-20 (for 11 24 V) !3 EMERGENCY KEY [121.5] (p. 11) (optional) Push for 2 seconds to select the 121.5 MHz emer- gency frequency.
  • Page 9 “TAG” channel. (p. 17) the DVOR display in the NAV band. (p. 19)* ➥ Corrects the deviation while using the “TO” flag.* These functions are available on the IC-A24E only. ➥ Push , then push [3•FROM] to change the course indicator characteristics to a “FROM”...

  • Page 10: Function Display

    RX INDICATOR (p. 9) Appears when receiving a signal, or when the squelch opens. r DUPLEX INDICATOR (IC-A24E only) (p. 24) ➥ “DUP” appears when the duplex function is activated in the NAV mode. ➥ “DUP” blinks while setting the duplex frequency.

  • Page 11: Panel Description

    [NOTE] When you set the IC-A24E/A6E’s channel spacing to 8.33 !4 COURSE INDICATORS (IC-A24E only) (pp. 18, 19) kHz, the displayed frequency is different from the actual ➥ Indicates where your aircraft is located on a VOR radial operating frequency.

  • Page 12: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION Setting a frequency ■ ï Using the tuning dial ï Using keypad q Push [PWR] for 2 seconds to turn power ON, then push q Push [PWR] for 2 seconds to turn power ON, then push [CLR• ] to select the frequency mode when memory [CLR•...

  • Page 13: Receiving

    BASIC OPERATION Receiving Transmitting ■ ■ q Push [PWR] for 2 seconds to turn the power ON. CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage w Push [SQL], then rotate [DIAL] counterclockwise to select the transceiver. the squelch level 0. e Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio level. r Push [SQL], then rotate [DIAL] clockwise until the noise is NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the frequency muted.

  • Page 14: Low Battery Indicator

    BASIC OPERATION Low battery indicator Deletes the stored recall channel ï ■ q Push to select the channel to be deleted. Low battery indicator appears when w Push , then push [CLR• ] for 2 seconds to delete it. Low battery indicator the battery power has decreased to •...

  • Page 15: Accessing The 121.5 Mhz Emergency Frequency

    When using an headset (other manufacture’s product), the transceiver outputs your transmitted voice to the head- The IC-A24E and IC-A6E can set to the 121.5 MHz emer- set for monitoring. Connect the optional headset with the gency frequency quickly. This function can be activated even...

  • Page 16: Memory Operation

    MEMORY OPERATION Memory channel selection ■ Transferring memory ■ contents The transceiver has 200 memory channels for storage of often-used frequencies, along with 6-character notes. This function transfers a memory channel’s contents into the frequency mode. This is useful when searching for signals q Push [MR•...

  • Page 17: Programming A Memory Channel

    MEMORY OPERATION ■ Programming a memory • EXAMPLE: Programming 118.250 MHz into memory BANK 3/ memory channel 9. channel Push The transceiver has 200 (20 CH × 10 BANK) memory chan- nels for storage of often-used frequencies. q Push [CLR• ] to select the frequency mode, if neces- sary.

  • Page 18: Memory Names

    MEMORY OPERATION Memory names ■ ï Programming memory names Character Character Key Character The memory channel can display a 6-character name in- 1, Q, Z 2, A, B, C 3, D, E, F stead of the programmed frequency. 4, G, H, I 5, J, K, L 6, M, N, O q In the frequency mode, rotate [DIAL] to select the desired...

  • Page 19: Memory Operation

    MEMORY OPERATION • EXAMPLE: Programming 125.000 MHz into memory BANK 1/ memory channel 17 with “AIR-23” as a comment. Push Push Push (or rotate [DIAL]) Push Push Push Push (or rotate [DIAL]) Push Push Push Push NOTE: Push , then push [0• ], and then rotate BANK [DIAL] to select the BANK number, if desired.

  • Page 20: Scan Operation

    SCAN OPERATION Scan types COM band scan ■ ■ The transceiver has 2 scan types to suit your needs. q Push [CLR•DEL] to select the frequency mode. w Push [SQL], then rotate [DIAL] to set the squelch level to COM BAND SCAN the point where noise is just muted.

  • Page 21: Tag" Channel Setting

    SCAN OPERATION “TAG” channel setting ■ Memory channels can be specified to be skipped for the memory channel scans respectively. The “TAG” channel function is only available during the scan operation. Push then Appears the “TAG” indicator. Memory channel 15 is Memory channel 15 is scanned during memory skipped during scan.

  • Page 22: Vor Navigation (Ic-A24E Only)

    To-from flag Course indicator indicator Push [F], then push [1 Push [F], then push [4 DVOR CDI MODE General VOR equipment Function display of the IC-A24E Course indicator To-from flag indicator FROM To-from flag indicator Two-degree deviation Course marks indicator...

  • Page 23: Vor Functions

    • When using the ‘TO’ flag and passing through the VOR station, When entering the NAV band, 108.000–117.975 MHz, the the ‘TO’ flag changes to the ‘FROM’ flag automatically. IC-A24E selects the DVOR mode automatically. • When turning power ON, the ‘FROM’ flag is selected automati- cally.

  • Page 24: Flying To A Vor Station

    VOR station. • ‘Ω’ or ‘≈’ appears to indicate your aircraft is off course to the The IC-A24E shows the deviation from a VOR station. right or left, respectively. Correct your course until ‘Ω’ or ‘≈’ dis- appears.
  • Page 25 VOR NAVIGATION (IC-A24E ONLY) 330 340 310 320 Magnetic 123.65 THE AIRCRAFT IS ON COURSE VORTAC north SEATTLE 116.8 Ch 115 SEA station 330 340 310 320 123.65 Magnetic THE AIRCRAFT IS OFF COURSE VORTAC north SEATTLE 116.8 Ch 115 SEA...

  • Page 26: Entering A Desired Course

    Crosschecking position ■ ■ The IC-A24E shows not only the deviation from the VOR sta- q Select 2 VOR stations on your aeronautical chart. tion but the deviation from the desired course. w Push the keypad or rotate [DIAL] to set the frequency of one of the VOR station in the DVOR mode.
  • Page 27 VOR NAVIGATION (IC-A24E ONLY) EXAMPLE: Entering the desired course bearing 65° to a VOR station. CROSSCHECKING POSITION 123.65 VORTAC VORTAC OLYMPIA SEATTLE 330 340 330 340 310 320 310 320 113.4 Ch 81 OLM 116.8 Ch 115 SEA Magnetic north...

  • Page 28: Duplex Operation

    VOR NAVIGATION (IC-A24E ONLY) Duplex operation Operating the duplex function ï ■ q Set the desired frequency in the NAV band. The duplex function allows you to call a flight service station • NAV band frequency range: 108.000–117.975 MHz while receiving a VOR station. The duplex function requires w Push , then push [6•...

  • Page 29: Cloning

    PC to a transceiver, using the optional CS-A24 (#02) NOTE: DO NOT transfer the data from a IC-A24E to cloning software a IC-A6E, when the data contains the NAV band data. In Transceiver to transceiver cloning ï...

  • Page 30: Battery Packs

    BATTERY PACKS Battery cautions Battery charging ■ ■ R DANGER! NEVER Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may cause an explosion. pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the R DANGER! NEVER immerse battery pack in water.

  • Page 31: Optional Battery Case

    Also, do not mix new tion could cause a fire or electrocution. and old batteries together. • NEVER IC-A24E/A6E with the cut or fray the CP-20’s power • Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean cable when disconnecting/connecting attached battery pack battery terminals once a week.

  • Page 32: Optional Battery Chargers

    AD-101 installation ï About AD-99N The AD-101 must be installed into the The adapter (Spacer A) only is required for IC-A24E/A6E. charger adapter BC-119N or BC-121N before battery charging. When removing the spacer (Spacer B/C), push the latch Connect the AD-101...
  • Page 33 • An AC adapter (BC-157) or the DC power cable (OPC-656). The adapter (Spacer A) only is required for IC-A24E/A6E. When The adapter (Spacer A) only is required for IC-A24E/A6E. When removing the spacer (Spacer B/C), push the latch carefully with...

  • Page 34: Specifications

    (projections not included) • External speaker connector • Weight : Approximately 180 g (Without the battery pack and antenna.) *: IC-A24E only. (IC-A6E frequency coverage is from 118.000 to 136.9917 MHz.) ï Transmitter • Output power : 5.0 W (PEP) typical 1.5 W (CW) typical...

  • Page 35: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS (VFO CHANNEL ID LIST) • Channel spacing: 25 kHz (Actual frequency is displayed.) • Channel spacing: 8.33 kHz/25 kHz Operating Frequency Channel spacing Channel ID Operating Frequency Channel spacing Channel ID (MHz) (kHz) (Displayed Frequency) (MHz) (kHz) (Displayed Frequency) 118.0000 118.000 118.0000...

  • Page 36: Options

    Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with an 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.

  • Page 37: Optional Headset Connection

    3.5 mm ( 1 / 8 ") diameter plug, if required. OPC-499 HEADSET (Must be purchased separately) NOTICE! Some headsets do not work properly when used with the IC-A24E/A6E. Therefore, ask your dealer for details about headsets IC-A24E/A6E compatible for operation with the IC-A24E/A6E with the headset.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. No power comes on. • The battery is exhausted. • Recharge the battery pack. pp. 26–29 •...

  • Page 39: Country Code List

    COUNTRY CODE LIST • ISO 3166-1 Country Codes Country Codes Austria Liechtenstein Belgium Lithuania Bulgaria Luxembourg Croatia Malta Czech Republic Netherlands Cyprus Norway Denmark Poland Estonia Portugal Finland Romania France Slovakia Germany Slovenia Greece Spain Hungary Sweden Iceland Switzerland Ireland Turkey Italy United Kingdom...
  • Page 40 < Intended Country of Use > A-6988D-1EU-q Printed in Japan © 2012 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.

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