Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product IF3026T/S Icom
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. iF3023T/S iF3021T/S VHF TRANSCEIVERS The photo shows the 10-key version VHF transceiver .
PRECAUTIONS i R CAUTION! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body , especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 2 to 4 in. (5 to 10 cm) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
ii DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason. KEEP the transceiver from the heavy rain, and Never immerse it in the water . The transceiver construction is water resistant , not waterproof. The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty .
iii IMPORT ANT ........................................................................ i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..................................................... i PRECAUTIONS ................................................................... i T ABLE OF CONTENTS .
1 1 ACCESSORIES 1 ■ Supplied accessories NOTE: Some accessories are not supplied with depending on versions. ■ Accessory attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible anten- na to the antenna connector . CAUTION! • NEVER HOLD the antenna when carrying the transceiver .
2 1 ACCESSORIES ï Battery pack T o attach the battery pack: Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow ( q ), then lock it with the battery release button. • Slide the battery pack until the battery release button makes a ‘click’ sound.
3 1 ACCESSORIES 1 ï Jack cover Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone or headset is not used. T o attach the jack cover: q Attach the jack cover to the [MIC/SP] jack. w T ighten the screws. CAUTION! • Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-micro- phone or headset is not used.
4 2 P ANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel q ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna. w DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Emer] Desired function can be programmed by your dealer . (p. 7) e DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [Side1] Desired function can be programmed by your dealer .
5 2 P ANEL DESCRIPTION 2 o EXTERNAL MICROPHONE/SPEAKER JACK Connect an optional speaker-microphone or headset. NOTE: Connect or disconnect the optional equipment after the transceiver is turned OFF . !0 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Rotate to t urn the power ON/OFF and adjusts the audio level.
6 2 P ANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display q TRANSMIT INDICA TOR Appears while transmitting. w BUSY INDICA TOR Appears while the channel is busy . e SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICA T OR Indicates relative signal strength level. r LOW POWER INDICA TOR Appears when low output power is selected.
7 2 P ANEL DESCRIPTION 2 ■ Programmable function keys The following functions can be assigned to [Emer] , [Side1] , [Side2] , [Side3] , [P0] , [P1] , [P2] and [P3] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details con- cerning your transceivers programming.
8 2 P ANEL DESCRIPTION PRIO A/B KEYS ➥ Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel. ➥ Push and hold [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Rewrite)] for 1 sec. to reassign the operating channel to Priority A or Priority B channel. MR-CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS Push to select memory channels 1 to 4 in the operating zone directly .
9 2 P ANEL DESCRIPTION 2 CALL KEYS Push to transmit a 2-tone. • Call transmission is necessary before you call another station depending on your signaling system. • [Call A] and/or [Call B] may be available when your system employs selective ‘Individual/Group’ calls.
■ T urning power ON Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. (p. 16) q Rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON. w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up password, input the digit codes as directed by your dealer .
11 3 BASIC OPERA TION 3 ■ Channel selection Several types of channel selections are available. Methods may differ according to your system set up. NON-ZONE TYPE: Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the desired operating channel, in sequence; or , push one of [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4] keys to select a channel directly .
12 3 BASIC OPERA TION ■ Receiving and transmitting NOTE: T ransmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver . See page 1 for accessory attachments. Receiving: q Rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON. w Push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the conventional sys- tem channel, in sequence.
13 3 BASIC OPERA TION 3 D TX code channel selection If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] assigned to it, the indication 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.
14 3 BASIC OPERA TION ■ User set mode User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this case you can “cus - tomize” the transceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the user set mode: q While pushing and holding [Side2] and [Side3], rotate [VOL] to turn the power ON.
15 3 BASIC OPERA TION 3 ■ Stun function When the specified ID, set as a killer ID, is received, the stun function is activated. When the killer ID is received, the transceiver switches to the password required condition. Entering of the password via the keypad is necessary to operate the transceiver again in this case.
16 4 BA TTER Y CHARGING ■ Caution 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 bat- tery packs or charger may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.
17 4 BA TTER Y CHARGING 4 W ARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnormal odor , heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur , contact your Icom dealer or distrib - utor .
18 4 BA TTER Y CHARGING ■ Optional battery chargers ï Rapid charging with the BC-160 The optional BC-160 provides rapid charging of optional Li- Ion battery packs. • An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-160 depending on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L) is addi- tionally required.
19 4 BA TTER Y CHARGING 4 ï Rapid charging with the BC-1 19N+AD-106 The optional BC-1 19N provides rapid charging of battery packs. The following items are additionally required. • AD-106 charger adapter • An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-1 19N depending on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).
20 4 BA TTER Y CHARGING IMPORT ANT!: Battery charging caution Ensure the guide lobs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter .
21 5 BA TTER Y CASE 4 5 ■ Optional battery case (BP-240) When using the optional battery case, install 6 × AAA (LR03) size alkaline batteries as illustrated at right. q Unhook the battery cover release hook ( q ), and open the cover in the direction of the arrow ( w ).
22 6 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BEL T CLIP ■ MB-93 contents Qty . q Belt clip ……………………………………………………… 1 w Base clip …………………………………………………… 1 ■ Attaching q Release the battery pack if it is attached.
23 6 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BEL T CLIP 6 ■ Detaching q T urn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the arrow and pull out from the belt clip. w Release the battery pack if it is attached. ( p. 2) e Pinch the clip ( q ), and slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow ( w ).
24 7 OPTIONS D BA TTER Y P ACK D CHARGERS • BC-1 19N DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-106 CHARGER ADAPTER + BC-145 AC ADAPTER For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is sup- plied with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 2 hours when BP-231 is attached.
25 7 OPTIONS 7 D OTHER OPTIONS • SP-13 EARPHONE Provides clear receive audio in noisy environment. • HM-158L/159L SPEAKER - MICROPHONE Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while hanging the transceiver from your belt.
26 8 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMA TION Y our Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards.
27 8 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMA TION 8 Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. T o avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan A-6506D-1EX- w Printed in Japan © 2006 Icom Inc..
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