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Icom IC-F51V Instruction Manual

Icom IC-F51V Instruction Manual

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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 antenna is at least 2.5 cm from your body when transmitting. Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor- porated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany,...

  • Page 3: 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 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 ■ Front, top and side panels ..............4 ■...

  • Page 5: 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 6: Accessory Attachments

    ACCESSORIES ■ Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION: • NEVER carry the transceiver by holding the antenna. • DO NOT connect the antenna other than listed on page 39. • Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver.

  • Page 7: D Jack Cover

    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 Unscrew the screw using a [SP MIC] jack. phillips screwdriver.

  • Page 8: 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. 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 ■ 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

    The following functions can be assigned to [P0], [P1], [P2], [P3], [Red], [ ] and [ ] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concern- ing your transceiver’s programmed keys and their functions. CH UP AND DOWN KEYS ➥ Push to select an operating channel.
  • 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 chan- nel independently: • Push and hold to un-mute the channel (audio is emitted; ‘Audible’ condition). • 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 details.
  • Page 17 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 user set mode. •...

  • Page 18: 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 19: 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 20: Receiving And Transmitting

    BASIC OPERATION ■ 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 com- fortable 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 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 23: 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 24: User Set Mode

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

  • Page 25: 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 26: 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 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 transmit- ting 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 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 30: D Charging Caution

    CAUTION! NEVER charge the battery outside of the specified tem- perature range: 0˚C to +45˚C. Icom recommends charging the bat- tery at +20˚C. The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range. Additionally, battery performance...

  • Page 31: 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 as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger.
  • Page 32 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 33 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 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-23L).
  • Page 35 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-157S) or the DC power cable (OPC-656) Battery pack Turn power OFF Transceiver...

  • Page 36: 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 37 BATTERY CASE Latch BP-226 Fig.1 Fig.2 Ribbon Fig.3 Gasket Ribbon...

  • Page 38: 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 39: 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 40: Swivel Belt Clip

    SWIVEL BELT CLIP ■ 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 41: 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 42: 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 (min.) / 1950 mAh (typ.) BP-227 must be charged with the optional BC-152N/BC-119N/ BC-121N.

  • Page 43: 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 44 Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver. Icom is not responsible for the de- struction or damage to an Icom transceiver in the event it is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.
  • Page 45 OPTIONS VOX gain and delay adjustment q Attach 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]. w Enter user set mode. (pgs. 13, 20) e Push [P0] several times to select “VOX Gain”...

  • Page 46: Country Code List

    COUNTRY CODE LIST • ISO 3166-1 Country Codes Country Codes Austria 18 Liechtenstein Belgium 19 Lithuania Bulgaria 20 Luxembourg Croatia 21 Malta Czech Republic 22 Netherlands Cyprus 23 Norway Denmark 24 Poland Estonia 25 Portugal Finland 26 Romania 10 France 27 Slovakia 11 Germany 28 Slovenia...
  • Page 47 MEMO...
  • Page 48 < Intended Country of Use > A-6605H-1EU-e Printed in Japan © 2007–2011 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Printed on recycled paper with soy ink.
  • Page 49 Signature EN 300 219-2 V1.1.1 (2001-03) EN 300 113-2 V1.4.1 (2007-07) MAY.2011 Versions of the IC-F51V which display the “CE” symbol on the serial number label, comply with the essential requirements of the European Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 50 ABOUT CE 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 Düsseldorf 31st Jan.

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