FOREWORD
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
before using the receiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL —
struction manual contains important operating instructions for
the IC-R3.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
The explicit definitions below apply to this instruction manual.
WORD
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
R WARNING
shock may occur.
Equipment damage may occur.
CAUTION
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
NOTE
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
Versions of the IC-R3 which display the "CE" symbol on the serial
number seal, comply with the essential requirements of the Euro-
pean Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC.
i
carefully and completely
This in-
DEFINITION
CAUTIONS
R WARNING! NEVER
operate the receiver with a head-
set or other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing
experts advise against continuous high volume operation. If
you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume level
or discontinue use.
AVOID
using or placing the receiver in direct sunlight or in
areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above
+60°C (+140°F).
Even when the receiver power is OFF, a slight current still
flows in the circuits. Remove batteries from the receiver when
not using it for a long time, otherwise, the installed batteries
will become exhausted.
REMOVE any cables from the [DC 6V] jack after operation or
charging a battery pack.
LCDs are produced using high-density manufacturing tech-
nology resulting in 99.98% active dots, however, up to 0.02%
of the dots may be non-active and/or continuously active. This
is normal and does not indicate LCD malfunction.
For U.S.A. only
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications to this device, not ex-
pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
operate this device under FCC regulations.
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