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Icom IC-207H Instruction Manual

Manual is about: VHF/UHF FM Transceiver

Summary of IC-207H

  • Page 1

    Instruction manual i207h vhf/uhf fm transceiver this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is sub- ject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may c...

  • Page 2

    Rwarning! Never connect the transceiver to an ac outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. Rwarning! Never operate the transceiver while driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention— anything less may result in an accident. Never connect the transceiver to a...

  • Page 3

    Ii unpacking accessories included with the transceiver: qty. ➀ dc power cable (opc-346)............................................. 1 ➁ mobile mounting bracket ................................................. 1 ➂ microphone (hm-98*) ...................................................... 1 ➃ fuse (...

  • Page 4

    Table of contents iii important .................................................................................... I explicit definitions ................................................................. I cautions ......................................................................................

  • Page 5

    Iv 9 scan operation ........................................................ 38 – 43 ■ scan types ......................................................................................... 38 ■ scan start/stop ................................................................................... 39 ■ pr...

  • Page 6: Panel Description

    Panel description 1 1 q tuning dial selects the operating frequency (p. 17), the memory chan- nel (p. 29), the contents of the set mode display and the scanning direction. (p. 39) w select memory/memory write switch [s.Mw(mw)] ➥ selects a memory channel for programming. (p. 30) ➥ programs selected m...

  • Page 7

    1 panel description 2 i set/lock switch [set(lock)] ➥ selects set mode when pushed. (p. 70) ➥ toggles the lock function on and off when pushed and held. (p. 16) o monitor/dtmf switch [moni(dtmf)] ➥ toggles squelch opened and closed when pushed. (pgs. 20, 24) ➥ turns the dtmf memory encoder on and of...

  • Page 8: ■ Function Display

    1 panel description 3 q transmit indicator (p.22) ➥ appears while transmitting. ➥ flashes while transmitting with the one-touch ptt func- tion (p. 23). W duplex indicators (p. 24) “dup–” or “dup” appears during semi-duplex operation (repeater operation). E tone indicators ➥ “t” appears while the sub...

  • Page 9

    4 1 panel description i s/rf indicators (p. 22) ➥ show the relative signal strength while receiving sig- nals. ➥ show the output power while transmitting. O memory indicator (p. 15) appears when memory mode is selected. !0 memory channel readouts ➥ show the selected memory channel numbers. ➥ a capit...

  • Page 10: ■ Rear Panel

    1 panel description 5 ■ rear panel q w r e q antenna connector [ant] accepts a 50 Ω dual band antenna with a pl-259 connec- tor. (p. 14) w speaker jack [sp] connects a 4–8 Ω speaker, if required. Outputs the se- lected band’s audio. E data jack [data] 6-pin mini din jack to connect a tnc, etc. For p...

  • Page 11: ■ Microphone

    1 panel description 6 ■ microphone (hm-98*) lock vfo call mr sub band mw func a clr d-off b set ptt-m 3 prio dtmf 6 low afc-off 2 scan csql 5 mid afc 1 moni pgr 4 high t-off c ent tsql 9 simp 16key lock # tsqls 8 dup+ tone-2 0 tone 7 dup tone-1 f-2 f-1 dtmf-s mute d sql sql vol vol mic element q up/...

  • Page 12: ■ Microphone Keypad

    1 panel description 7 ■ microphone keypad function secondary function (after ) func other functions toggles between opening and closing the operating band’s squelch. (p. 21) no secondary function. After : transmit the appropriate dtmf code or push [0] to [9], [a] to [d] to transmit the dtmf memory c...

  • Page 13

    1 panel description 8 key function secondary function (after ) func other functions • clears a digit before entry. (p. 19) • cancels the scan, priority watch or dtmf memory function. (pgs. 39, 45, 48) • writes the vfo contents into the memory channel or call channel. (pgs. 31, 35) • advances the mem...

  • Page 14: Installation

    D separate installation • optional opc-600 separation cable (3.5 m; 11.5 ft) or opc-601 (7.0 m; 23.0 ft) is necessary. • optional mb-58 remote controller bracket is available for front panel mounting. • optional mb-65 mounting base is available for increasing front panel mounting possibilities (mb-5...

  • Page 15: ■ Location

    2 installation 10 ■ location select a location which can support the weight of the trans- ceiver and does not interfere with driving in any way. We rec- ommend the locations shown in the diagram below. ■ single body installation ➀ drill 4 holes where the mounting bracket is to be installed. • approx...

  • Page 16: ■ Microphone Connection

    2 installation 11 ■ microphone connection the microphone connector is located behind the front panel. Connect the supplied microphone as follows: ➀ slide the supplied microphone cable connector (and at- tached microphone) into the microphone jack on the main body of the transceiver until it clicks i...

  • Page 17

    2 installation 12 ■ optional mb-58 installation the optional mb-58 remote controller bracket is avail- able for separate installation. ➀ drill 2 or 4 holes where the bracket or mounting base is to be installed, respectively. • approx. 4 mm ( 1 ⁄ 8 in) when using nuts; approx. 1–2 mm ( 1 ⁄ 16 in) whe...

  • Page 18: ■ Battery Connection

    2 installation 13 ■ battery connection ■ dc power supply connection use a 13.8 v dc power supply with more than 12 a capabil- ity. An optional ic-ps30 dc power supply is available for using the transceiver with a dc power supply in your home. Make sure the ground terminal of the dc power supply is g...

  • Page 19: ■ Antenna Installation

    2 installation 14 ■ antenna installation d antenna location to obtain maximum performance from the transceiver, select a high-quality antenna and mount it in a good location. A non- radial antenna should be used when using a magnetic mount. D antenna splitter you can use a dual band antenna because ...

  • Page 20: Setting A Frequency

    Setting a frequency 3 15 ■ preparation d turning power on/off push [pwr] for 1 sec. To turn power on or off. D operating band the ic-207h can receive/transmit on the 144 mhz and 430(440) mhz bands, or receive only on the avionics band (usa version only). Push [band] one or more times to select the d...

  • Page 21: ■ Lock Functions

    3 setting a frequency 16 ■ lock functions to prevent accidental frequency changes and unnecessary function access, use the lock function. The transceiver has 2 different lock functions. D frequency lock this function locks the tuning dial and switches electronically and can be used together with the...

  • Page 22: ■ Using The Tuning Dial

    3 setting a frequency 17 ■ using the tuning dial ➀ push [band] to select the desired band, if necessary. ➁ rotate the tuning dial to set the frequency. • if vfo mode is not selected, push the [v/mhz] to select vfo mode. • frequency changes according to the selected tuning steps. (p. 18) ➂ for the 1 ...

  • Page 23: ■ Tuning Step Selection

    3 setting a frequency 18 ■ tuning step selection tuning steps are the minimum frequency change increments when you rotate the tuning dial or push the [y] or [z] switches on the microphone. The following tuning steps are available: • 5 khz • 10 khz • 12.5 khz • 15 khz • 20 khz • 25 khz • 30 khz • 50 ...

  • Page 24: ■ Using The Keypad

    3 setting a frequency 19 ■ using the keypad the frequency can be directly set via numeral keys on the microphone. Ä push [band] to set the operating band, if necessary. Å push [vfo] to select vfo mode. Ç push [ent] to activate the keypad for digit input. É push 5 keys to input a frequency. • when a ...

  • Page 25: Basic Operation

    Basic operation 4 20 ■ receiving ➀ push [pwr] for 1 sec. To turn power on. ➁ push [band] to select a band. ➂ set the audio level. ➥ push [moni] to open the squelch. ➥ rotate the [vol] control to adjust the audio output level. ➥ push [moni] again to close the squelch. ➃ set the squelch level. ➥ rotat...

  • Page 26: ■ Avionics Band Receive

    4 basic operation 21 ■ avionics band receive (u.S.A. Version only) am mode can be selected over the range of 118.000 to 135.995 mhz for reception of avionics-related broadcasts. ➀ push [band] one or more times to select the aviation band. ➁ push and hold [band] to toggle between am and fm modes. • m...

  • Page 27: ■ Transmitting

    4 basic operation 22 ■ transmitting caution: transmitting without an antenna may dam- age the transceiver. Note: to prevent interference, listen on the frequency be- fore transmitting by pushing [moni] or [ ➀moni] on the mi- crophone. ➀ push [band] one or more times to select the operating band. ➁ s...

  • Page 28: ■ One-Touch Ptt Function

    4 basic operation 23 the microphone can select the desired output power directly. Ä push [band] to select the desired band, if nec- essary. Å push [ ➃high] for high output power; [➄mid] for mid-high output power; [ ➅low] for low output power. • “mid-lo” output power cannot be selected via these micr...

  • Page 29: Repeater Operation

    Repeater operation 5 24 ■ accessing a repeater ➀ push [band] one or more times to select the desired band. ➁ set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). (pgs. 15–19) ➂ push and hold for 1 sec., one or more times, to se- lect – duplex or + duplex. • “dup –” or “dup” appears to indicate the...

  • Page 30

    5 repeater operation 25 Ä push [band] to select the desired band, if nec- essary. Å set the receive frequency (repeater output fre- quency). (pgs. 15–19) Ç push [ ➆dup–] to select – duplex; push [ ➇dup+] for + duplex. É push [func] then [ ➆tone] to turn on the subaudible tone encoder according to re...

  • Page 31: ■ Subaudible Tones

    5 repeater operation 26 ■ subaudible tones ➀ push [band] to select the desired band. ➁ select the mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tone frequency to, such as vfo mode or memory/call channel. ➂ push [set] one or more times until “t” and “rt” appears for repeater use; or until “t sql” and “...

  • Page 32: ■ Offset Frequency

    5 repeater operation 27 ■ offset frequency ➀ push [band] to select the desired band. ➁ select the mode/channel you wish to set the offset fre- quency to, such as vfo mode or memory/call channel. • the offset frequency can be independently programmed into each mode or channel. ➂ push [set] one or mor...

  • Page 33: ■ Auto Repeater

    D frequency range and offset direction 5 repeater operation 28 ■ auto repeater (u.S.A. Version only) the u.S.A. Version automatically activates the repeater set- tings (dup or dup– and tone encoder on/off) when the operating frequency falls within the general repeater output frequency range and deac...

  • Page 34: Memory Operation

    Memory operation 6 29 ■ general description the transceiver has 150 regular memory channels, 10 scan edge memory channels (5 pairs) plus 2 call channels (by de- fault c1 is for vhf and c2 is for uhf, however both can be set to vhf or both to uhf as desired); each of these can be individually program...

  • Page 35

    6 memory operation 30 ■ programming a memory channel vfo mode settings, including the set mode contents such as subaudible tone frequency, etc., can be programmed into a memory channel. ➀ set the desired frequency in vfo mode: ➥ push [v/mhz] to select vfo mode. ➥ set the frequency using the tuning d...

  • Page 36

    6 memory operation 31 ■ programming a memory channel via the microphone memory channel programming can be performed via the microphone. Ä push [band] to select the desired band, if necessary. Å set the desired frequency in vfo mode: ➥ push [vfo] to select vfo mode. ➥ set the frequency using the keyp...

  • Page 37: ■ Transferring Memory

    6 memory operation 32 ■ transferring memory contents this function transfers a memory channel’s contents into a vfo (or another memory/call channel). This is useful when searching for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the offset frequency, subaudible tone fre- quency, etc. ...

  • Page 38: ■ Memory Clearing

    6 memory operation 33 ■ memory clearing contents of programmed memories can be cleared (blanked), if desired. ➀ push [s.Mw] momentarily. ➁ select the memory channel to be cleared with the tuning dial. ➂ push [s.Mw] briefly, then a second time for 1 sec. • 3 beeps sound, then the frequency is cleared...

  • Page 39: Call Channel Operation

    Call channel operation 7 34 ■ calling up a call channel each band has an independent call channel to store a most- often-used frequency for quick recall. ➀ push [band] one or more times to select a band, if nec- essary. ➁ push [m/call] once or twice to display a large “c” in the memory channel reado...

  • Page 40

    7 call channel operation 35 ■ programming a call channel in addition to an operating frequency, duplex information and subaudible tone information (tone encoder or tone squelch on/off and its frequency) can be programmed into a call channel. ➀ push [band] to select a band, if necessary. ➁ select the...

  • Page 41: Scratch Pad Memory

    Scratch pad memory 8 36 ■ what is a scratch pad memory? During vfo operation, the transceiver automatically memo- rizes operating frequency information, separate from regular memory channels, when transmitting on a new frequency. The 5 previously operated frequencies for each band can be recalled (l...

  • Page 42: Memory Contents

    8 scratch pad memory 37 ➀ push [band] to select a band, if necessary. ➁ select a call channel by pushing [m/call] once or twice. • a large “c” appears. ➂ rotate the tuning dial to select the desired scratch pad memory. • one of “l1”–“l5” appears. ➃ push [ (s.Mw) mw] momentarily. • “ ” flashes to ind...

  • Page 43: Scan Operation

    Scan operation 9 38 full scan repeatedly scans all fre- quencies over the entire band. Used as the simplest scan without any prelimi- nary settings necessary. Programmed scan repeatedly scans between two user-programmed fre- quencies. Used for check- ing for frequencies within a specified range such...

  • Page 44: ■ Scan Start/stop

    9 scan operation 39 ■ scan start/stop d pre-operation • common setting: scan resume condition. (p. 43) • for programmed scan: program the scan edges. (p. 40) • for memory scan: program 2 or more memory chan- nels; set memory skip settings, if de- sired. (p. 42) d operation ➀ push [band] to select a ...

  • Page 45: ■ Programming Scan Edges

    9 scan operation 40 ■ programming scan edges scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into pairs of scan edge channels, 1a/1b to 5a/5b, in memory channels. ➀ push [band] to select a band, if necessary. ➁ set the desired frequency in vfo mode: ➥ pu...

  • Page 46: The Microphone

    9 scan operation 41 ■ programming scan edges via the microphone Ä push [band] to select the desired band, if nec- essary. Å set the desired frequency in vfo mode: ➥ push [vfo] to select vfo mode. ➥ set the frequency using the keypad. Ç push [func] then [emw] momentarily. É push [y] or [z] to select ...

  • Page 47: ■ Skip Channel Setting

    9 scan operation 42 ■ skip channel setting the memory skip function speeds up scanning by checking only desired memory channels. Set the memory channels to be skipped or scanned as follows. ➀ push [band] to select the a band, if necessary. ➁ select the memory channel to program or to cancel the skip...

  • Page 48: ■ Scan Resume

    9 scan operation 43 ■ scan resume condition the scan resume condition can be selected as timer, pause or empty pause scan. The empty pause scan is useful for finding unused frequencies. The selected resume condition is also used for priority watch. (p. 44) ➀ push [band] to select a band, if necessar...

  • Page 49: Priority Watch

    Priority watch 10 44 ■ priority watch types priority watch checks for signals on a memory or call chan- nel every 5 sec. While operating on a vfo frequency. The transceiver has 3 priority watch types to suit your needs. You can transmit on the vfo frequency while the priority watch operates. The wat...

  • Page 50

    10 priority watch 45 ■ priority watch operation ➀ push [band] to select a band, if necessary. ➁ select vfo mode; then, set an operating frequency. ➂ set the watching channel(s). For memory channel watch: select the desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: select memory mode; then, push for 1 s...

  • Page 51: Dtmf Memory Encoder

    Dtmf memory encoder 11 46 ■ programming a dtmf code dtmf codes are used for autopatching, accessing repeaters, controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 14 dtmf memory channels (d0– d9, da–dd) for storage of often- used dtmf codes of up to 16 digits. Note: dtmf memory channels are common...

  • Page 52

    11 dtmf memory encoder 47 ■ programming a dtmf code via the microphone [example]: programming “5428ab453” into dtmf memory channel “d4.” dtmf codes can be directly programmed via the keypad on the microphone. The contents can be overwritten, but cannot be cleared via the micro- phone. See the previo...

  • Page 53

    11 dtmf memory encoder 48 ■ transmitting a dtmf code d using the dtmf memory function (automatic transmission) the selected dtmf code is transmitted at each push of the ptt switch when the dtmf memory encoder is turned on. ➀ push for 1 sec. To turn the dtmf memory encoder on. • “d” appears in place ...

  • Page 54: ■ Dtmf Speed

    11 dtmf memory encoder 49 ■ dtmf speed the rate at which dtmf memories send individual dtmf characters can be set to accommodate operating needs. ➀ push [pwr] to turn power off. ➁ while pushing [set] (far right switch), push [pwr] for 1 sec. To turn power on and enter initial set mode. ➂ push [set] ...

  • Page 55: Pocket Beep and Tone Squelch

    Pocket beep and tone squelch 12 50 Ä push [band] to select the desired band, if nec- essary. Å set the operating frequency. Ç program the subaudible tone frequency in set mode. • see p. 26 for programming details. É push [func] then [ ➇t sqls] to turn the pocket beep on. Ñ when a signal with the cor...

  • Page 56: ■ Tone Squelch Operation

    Ä push [band] to select the desired band, if nec- essary. Å set the operating frequency. Ç program the subaudible tone frequency in set mode. • see p. 26 for programming details. É push [func] then [ ➈t sql] to turn the tone squelch on. Ñ when the received signal includes the correct tone, the squel...

  • Page 57: ■ Tone Scan

    12 pocket beep and tone squelch 52 Ä push [band] to select the desired band, if nec- essary. Å set the desired frequency to be checked for a tone frequency e.G. Repeater input frequency. Ç push [f-2] to start the tone scan. É when the tone frequency is matched, the squelch opens and the tone frequen...

  • Page 58: Wireless Operation

    Wireless operation 13 53 ■ connection wireless remote control is available when the following op- tions are used: • hm-90 wireless microphone • ex-1759 infrared receiver d recommended connection ■ hm-90 wireless microphone the hm-90’s internal battery should be charged when the mi- crophone is not b...

  • Page 59: ■ Ex-1759 Installation

    13 wireless operation 54 ■ ex-1759 installation the ex-1759 infrared receiver can be installed for 2 differ- ent purposes depending on the hm-90 charger. This is be- cause the ex-1759 has both an infrared receiver and a microphone connector which contains microphone charging capabilities. • when usi...

  • Page 60: ■ Hm-90 Switches

    13 wireless operation 55 ■ hm-90 switches ➊ ptt switch ➥ push and hold to transmit; release to receive. ➥ toggles between transmitting and receiving while the one-touch ptt function is in use. ➋ band switches [band select y,z] select a band. ➌ monitor switch [moni] toggles between opening and closin...

  • Page 61

    13 wireless operation 56 d keypad key function secondary function (after ) func other functions calls up a call channel. No secondary function. • after : input the appropriate digit for frequency or memory channel selection. • after : transmit the appropriate dtmf code. • after : transmit the approp...

  • Page 62

    13 wireless operation 57 key function secondary function (after ) func other functions clears a digit before entry. Cancels the scan, priority watch, or dtmf memory function. Writes the vfo contents into the memory channel or call channel. Advances the memory channel number when continuously pushed ...

  • Page 63: ■ Microphone

    13 wireless operation 58 ■ microphone address the transceiver has 8 possible microphone addresses (in- cluding off) to help prevent interference from other hm-90 wireless microphones . Set both the microphone address and microphone dip switch to the same value as follows. Note: when the supplied mic...

  • Page 64: Other Functions

    Other functions 14 59 ■ beep tones on/off you can select silent operation by turning beep tones off or you can select to have confirmation beeps sound at the push of a switch by turning beep tones on. ➀ push [pwr] to turn power off. ➁ while pushing [set], turn power on to enter initial set mode. ➂ p...

  • Page 65: ■ Auto Power-Off

    14 other functions 60 ■ auto power-off the auto power-off function conveniently turns the transceiver power off after a preset time in which no operations are per- formed. In this way, when you forget to turn the power off, the transceiver automatically turns itself off, thereby con- serving battery...

  • Page 66: ■ Display Dimmer

    14 other functions 61 ■ microphone [f-1]/[f-2] keys switches on the transceiver’s front panel can be assigned to the microphone’s [f-1] and [f-2] keys. ➀ turn power off. ➁ while pushing the desired switch on the transceiver and [f-1] or [f-2] on the microphone, turn power on. • the switches’ functio...

  • Page 67: ■ Squelch Delay

    14 other functions 62 ■ squelch delay during operation, received signal strength often fluctuates. This can result in annoying repeated opening and closing of the squelch during reception of the same signal. The ic-207h has a built-in squelch delay function which helps prevent this. When both statio...

  • Page 68: ■ Packet Operation

    14 other functions 63 ■ packet operation d data speed for packet operation the transceiver can be set to one of two data speeds: 1200 bps (default) or 9600 bps. ➀ push [pwr] to turn power off. ➁ while pushing [set], turn power on to enter initial set mode. ➂ push [set] one or more times until “bps” ...

  • Page 69

    Note: • read the instructions supplied with your tnc carefully before attempting packet operation with the ic-207h. • pin t af out is for 1200 bps operation only. This pin cannot be used for 9600 bps operation. • over modulation may degrade signal quality. If you find that many transmissions are fai...

  • Page 70

    14 other functions 65 note: • when using the pttp terminal for packet operation, no voice signals are transmitted from the microphone. • when pushing [ptt] during data transmission, data transmission is interrupted and the voice signal takes pri- ority. • read the instructions supplied with your tnc...

  • Page 71

    14 other functions 66 d adjusting the transmit signal output from the tnc when setting data transmission speed to 9600 bps, the data signal coming from the tnc is applied exclusively to the in- ternal limiter circuitry to automatically maintain band width. Never apply data levels from the tnc of ove...

  • Page 72: Maintenance

    Maintenance 15 67 ■ troubleshooting if your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. Problem possible cause solution ref. No power comes on. • power connector has a poor contact. • polarity of the power connection is reversed. •...

  • Page 73

    15 maintenance 68 problem possible cause solution ref. Some memory channels cannot be selected via the microphone keypad. • the input channel number has not yet been pro- grammed. • rotate the tuning dial to check whether the channel has been programmed or not. P.29 scan does not operate. • squelch ...

  • Page 74: ■ Fuse Replacement

    15 maintenance 69 ■ fuse replacement if the fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, find the source of the problem if possible, and replace the damaged fuse with a new, rated one (fgb 20 a) as shown in the dia- gram below. ■ partial resetting if you want to initialize the operating conditio...

  • Page 75: Specifications

    Specifications 16 70 general • frequency coverage version vhf uhf 144–148 mhz 440–450 mhz asia 144–148 mhz 430–440 mhz europe 144–146 mhz 430–440 mhz italy 144–148 mhz 430–440 mhz tx rx 136–174 mhz* 1 tx rx 136–174 mhz* 1 400–479 mhz* 2 * 1 guaranteed frequency coverage is 144–148 mhz. * 2 guarantee...

  • Page 76: Options

    Options 17 71 some of the following options may not be available due to variations in local electrical standards, etc. If you have any questions regarding options please consult your icom dealer. D speakers sp-7 external speaker for base station use. Cable length: 1.0 m; 3.3 ft sp-10 external speake...

  • Page 77

    17 options 72 d wireless microphone accessories hm-90 wireless microphone infrared, full remote control microphone. Wired remote con- trol is also possible. Ex-1759 infrared receiver used to receive control signals from the hm-90. Ex-1513 infrared sub receiver used with the ex-1759 to increase remot...

  • Page 78: Mode Arrangement

    Mode arrangement 18 73 memory mode (p.29) vfo mode (p. 15) call channels (p. 34) scratch pad memory (p. 36) dtmf dup lock set moni low prio t scan m ⁄ call tone scan v⁄ mhz h i 1 9 5 see p. 46 for details. Dtmf memory or no operation for 30 sec. When the dtmf memory encoder is activated. Dtmf dup lo...

  • Page 79

    18 mode arrangement 74 initial set mode set mode scan resume condition (p. 43) skip channel* 2 setting (p. 42) beep tone on/off (p. 59) turn power on while pushing [set]. Time-out timer (p. 59) auto power-off (p. 60) auto repeater* (p.28) * u.S.A. Version only. Cooling fan setting (p. 60) data speed...

  • Page 80

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