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Icom IC-F50V Instruction Manual

Icom IC-F50V Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF TRANSCEIVER
iF50V
UHF TRANSCEIVER
iF60V
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause
harmful interference.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVER iF50V UHF TRANSCEIVER iF60V This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

  • Page 2: Safety Training Information

    This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans: •...
  • Page 3 “PTT” switch. • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clip which is listed on page 38 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded.

  • Page 4: Important

    • If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the antenna is at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) from your body when transmitting. Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Rus-...

  • Page 5: Precautions

    R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.

  • Page 6: Fcc Information

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............i IMPORTANT ....................iii EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ................iii OPERATING NOTES.................. iii PRECAUTIONS ..................iv FCC INFORMATION ...................v TABLE OF CONTENTS ................vi 1 ACCESSORIES ................1−3 ■ Supplied accessories .................1 ■ Accessory attachments ..............2 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ..............

  • Page 8: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES ■ 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 9: Accessory Attachments

    ACCESSORIES ■ Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION: • NEVER carry the transceiver by holding only the antenna. • DO NOT connect the anntena other than listed on page 38. • Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES D 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 Remove the screw using a [SP MIC] jack. phillips screwdriver.

  • Page 11: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ 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. 7) e ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna.
  • Page 12 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 page 3 for details) t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3] The desired functions can be assigned independently by your dealer.

  • Page 13: Function Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ 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 14: Programmable Function Keys

    [Red], [ ] and [ ] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concern- ing 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 15 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 16 PANEL DESCRIPTION MONITOR KEY ➥ Mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-tone squelch mute. Open any squelch/deactivate any mute while pushing and hold- ing this key. (LMR operation only) ➥ Activates one of (or two of) the following functions on each channel independently: (PMR operation only) •...
  • Page 17 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 18 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 details.

  • Page 19: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION COMPANDER KEY Push to turn the compander function ON and OFF. The compander function reduces noise components from the transmitting audio to provide clearer communication. USER SET MODE KEY ➥ Push and hold to enter the User Set mode. •...

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION ■ 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 21: Call Procedure

    BASIC OPERATION ■ 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 22: Receiving And Transmitting

    BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving and transmitting NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans- ceiver. See page 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 23: 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 24: D Tx Code Channel Selection

    BASIC OPERATION D TX code channel selection If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it, the in- dication 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] selects the TX code channel.

  • Page 25: D Dtmf Transmission

    BASIC OPERATION e Push [TX Code CH Select] to select the desired digit to be ed- ited. 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 26: User Set Mode

    BASIC OPERATION ■ User set mode If the transceiver has [User Set Mode] assigned to it, you can “customize” the transceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the User Set mode: q Push and hold [User Set Mode] for 1 sec. to enter the User Set mode.

  • Page 27: Emergency Transmission

    BASIC OPERATION ■ 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 or 5-tone* emergency signal is transmitted once or repeat- edly on the emergency channel.

  • Page 28: Recording Function (Depends On The Version)

    BASIC OPERATION ■ 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 29 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 transmit- ting a single tone.

  • Page 30: 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 31 WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an ab- normal 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 32: D Charging Caution

    CAUTION! NEVER charge the battery outside of the specified temperature range: 0˚C to +45˚C; +32˚F to +113˚F. Icom recom- mends charging the battery at +20˚C (+68˚F). The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range.

  • Page 33: Optional Battery Chargers

    BATTERY CHARGING ■ Optional battery chargers D Regular charging with the BC-152N q Attach the BC-152N to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired. w Connect the AC adapter (BC-147S) as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger.
  • Page 34 If you are unable to solve the problem through the use of these solutions, the battery pack or the charger may be damaged, or the battery life may be over. In that case, contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center. NOTE: After charging is completed, the BC-152N will automatically re- charge the battery pack when the battery voltage decreases.
  • Page 35 BATTERY CHARGING D AD-100 installation The AD-100 must be installed into the BC-119N charger adapter or BC-121N before battery charging. q Attach the plugs from the BC-119N/BC-121N to the AD-100 charger adapter w Secure the AD-100 into the holder space of the BC-119N/BC- 121N with the supplied screws.
  • Page 36 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 version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L).
  • Page 37 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) Battery pack Turn power OFF *See...

  • Page 38: Battery Case

    BATTERY CASE ■ 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 39 BATTERY CASE Latch BP-226 Fig.1 Fig.2 Ribbon Fig.3 Gasket Ribbon...

  • Page 40: Speaker-Microphone

    SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ■ 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 41: Attachment

    SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ■ 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 allow water intrusion into the jack;...

  • Page 42: Swivel Belt Clip

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP ■ Optional MB-86 contents Qty. q Belt clip ..................1 w Base clip ..................1 e Screws ..................2 ■ 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 43: Detaching

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it will swivel 360 de- grees. ■ 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 44: Options

    OPTIONS D BATTERY PACK/CASE • BP-226 battery case Battery case for 5 × AA (LR6) alkaline cells. • BP-227 ion battery pack Voltage : 7.4 V Capacity : 1850 mAh (minimum)/1950 mAh (typical) BP-227 must be charged with the optional BC-152N/BC-119N/ BC-121N.

  • Page 45: D Belt Clips

    OPTIONS D BELT CLIPS • MB-86 swivel belt clip • MB-98 belt clip Exclusive alligator-type belt clip. • MB-96N/MB-96F leather belt hangers D OTHER OPTIONS • HM-138/HM-168 speaker microphones Full-sized waterproof (IPX7 waterproof protection) speaker-micro- phones including alligator type clip to attach to your shirt or collar, etc. •...
  • Page 46 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 trans- ceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.
  • Page 47 OPTIONS VOX gain and delay adjustment NOTE: To adjust the VOX gain and VOX delay, these items must be preset to “enable” by your dealer. q Attach the connector of the VS-1SC into the [SP/MIC] connec- tor on the transceiver and tighten the screw. •...
  • Page 48 A-6604H-1EX-r Printed in Japan © 2007–2012 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.

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