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Other microphones performance when used with an Icom transceiver. have different pin assignments and may damage the trans- Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an ceiver. Icom transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with...
PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel Function LED (p. 2) Speaker TX/RX q AF VOLUME CONTROL KNOB [VOL] r POWER KEY [ ] Rotate the knob to adjust the audio output level. Push to turn the power ON or OFF. • Minimum audio level is pre-set. (p. 10) •...
PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function LED D MICROPHONE The supplied or optional microphone has a PTT switch and a hanger hook. • The following functions are available when the microphone is ON or OFF hook (depending on the preprogramming): - Automatic scan start when you put it ON hook. TX/RX - Scan is cancelled when you take it OFF hook - Scan is paused when you take it OFF hook...
[P3] programmable function keys. ➥ To rewrite the operating channel as Priority A or Priority Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details con- B, hold down [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Rewrite)] for cerning your transceivers programming.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Programmable function keys (continued) LOCK KEY DTMF AUTODIAL KEY Hold down to electronically lock all programmable keys ex- Push to transmit a DTMF code. cept the following: [Moni(Audi)], [Lock], [Call] (incl. Call A and Call B), [Emer- RE-DIAL KEY gency], [Surveillance], [Siren], [Lone Worker] and [OPT 1/2/3].
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PANEL DESCRIPTION SURVEILLANCE KEY USER SET MODE KEY ➥ Hold down for 1 second to enter the User Set mode. Push to turn the surveillance function ON or OFF. • During User Set mode, push this key to select an item*, and When this function is turned ON, the beeps do not sound change the value or setting using [CH Up]/[CH Down].
PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Programmable function keys (continued) Ext. CH Sel Mode KEY Push to turn the Ext. CH Select function ON or OFF. When the function is turned ON, memory channels can be selected with external input operation only. When the function is turned OFF, memory channels can be selected with [CH Up] or [CH Down] operation, or with exter- nal input operation.
BASIC OPERATION ■ Turning ON the power ■ Channel selection q Push [ ] to turn ON the power. There are several methods to select channels, and they may w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up password, differ, according to your system set up.
BASIC OPERATION ■ Call procedure ■ Receiving and transmitting When your system employs tone signaling (excluding CTCSS Receiving: q Hold down [ ] for 1 second to turn ON the power. and DTCS), a call procedure may be necessary prior to voice w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select a channel.
BASIC OPERATION D Transmitting notes D DTMF transmission If the transceiver has [DTMF Autodial] assigned to it, the au- The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict tomatic DTMF transmission function can be used. transmission under the following conditions: - The channel is muted (‘Inaudible’ mode) Push [DTMF Autodial] to transmit the DTMF code.
BASIC OPERATION ■ User Set mode r Push [P0] several times to select the appropriate item. The User Set mode can be accessed with the ‘Power ON’ Then, push [P2] or [P3] to set the desired level or setting. function. In this case, all set mode items are selectable. •...
BASIC OPERATION ■ Scrambler function ■ Priority A channel selection The Voice Scrambler function provides private communica- When one of the following operations is performed, the trans- tion between stations. ceiver automatically selects the Priority A channel. The optional Rolling or Non-rolling type can be used. •...
BASIC OPERATION ■ Emergency transmission D NOTES When [Emergency] is held down for the specified time pe- riod*, the emergency signal is transmitted on the specified Depending on the preprogramming, the following functions emergency channel once, or repeatedly. are automatically activated. Ask your dealer for details. When no emergency channel is specified, the call is transmit- ted on the operating channel.
BASIC OPERATION ■ MDC 1200 system operation The MDC 1200 signaling system enhances your transceiver’s capabilities with PTT ID* and Emergency signaling. *When [PTT] is pushed and/or released, the transceiver transmits its own station ID. D Transmitting an Emergency Call The MDC 1200 system’s Emergency feature can be ac- cessed using the [Emergency] key (p.
CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Rear panel connection q ANTENNA CONNECTOR e MICROPHONE HANGER Antenna Connect to an antenna. Ask your Connect the supplied micro- dealer about antenna selection phone hanger to the vehicle’s ground for microphone on/off and placement. hook functions. (See page 2) w EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK Connect to a 4 to 8 ø...
CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Supplied Accessories ■ Mounting the transceiver The universal mounting bracket supplied with your trans- Microphone Microphone hanger Microphone ceiver also allows overhead mounting. and screw set hanger cable • Mount the transceiver securely with the 4 supplied screws to a thick surface which can support more than 1.5 kg (3.3 lb).
CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Antenna ■ Options A key element in the performance of any communication sys- DC POWER CABLE tems is the antenna. Contact your dealer for more information 2 fuse holders are attached. USE only a 20 A fuse. regarding antennas and how to install them.
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION 3. IC-F5011: Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic en- Transmit only when people outside the vehicle are at least the ergy during transmit mode. This radio is designed recommended minimum distance of 100 centimeters away from for and classified as “Occupational Use Only”, the properly installed antenna.
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“PTT” switch. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn OFF the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.