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Icom IC-2100H Instruction Manual

Manual is about: 144 MHz FM TRANSCEIVER

Summary of IC-2100H

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    Instruction manual i2100h 144 mhz 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 ...

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    Ii foreword thank you for purchasing this icom product. The ic-2100h/-t 144 mhz fm transceiver is designed and built with icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. Important read all instructions carefully and...

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    During mobile operation, do not operate the transceiver without running the vehicle’s engine. When transceiver power is on and your vehicle’s engine is off, the vehicle’s battery will soon become exhausted. Be careful! The transceiver will become hot when operating it continuously for long periods. ...

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    Iv foreword ................................................................................... Ii important .................................................................................... Ii explicit definitions ................................................................. Ii cautions .......

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    V 8 scratch pad memory ................................................. 34–35 ■ what is scratch pad memory? .............................................. 34 ■ calling up a scratch pad memory ......................................... 34 ■ transferring scratch pad memory contents ......................

  • Page 6: Panel Description

    2 1 panel description r volume control [vol] adjusts the audio level. (p. 18) t tuning dial selects the operating frequency (p. 15), the memory channel (p. 26), the contents of the set mode display and the scanning direction (p. 37). Y vfo/mhz switch [v/mhz(scan)] ➥ selects and toggles vfo mode and ...

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    3 1 panel description u memory/call channel switch [m/call(prio)] ➥ selects and toggles memory mode or the call channel. (pgs. 26, 32) ➥ activates the priority watch function when pushed and held. (p. 42) i tone/tone scan switch [tone(t-scan)] ➥ each push selects a tone function. (p. 46) • tone enco...

  • Page 8: Function Display

    4 1 panel description ■ function display q transmit indicator ➥ appears while transmitting. (p. 19) ➥ flashes while transmitting with the one-touch ptt func- tion. (p.20) w duplex indicators (p. 21) “dup–” or “dup” appears during semi-duplex operation (repeater operation). E tone indicators ➥ “t” ap...

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    5 1 panel description • “d” appears in place of the 100 mhz digit while the dtmf mem- ory function is in use. (p. 44) i s/rf indicators ➥ show the relative signal strength while receiving signals. (p. 18) ➥ show the output power while transmitting. (p. 19) o memory indicator (p.26) appears when memo...

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    E antenna connector [ant] connects a 50 Ω antenna with a pl-259 connector and a 50 Ω coaxial cable. 6 1 panel description ■ rear panel q speaker jack [sp] accepts an 8 Ω speaker. • audio output power is more than 2.4 w. W power receptacle [dc13.8v] accepts 13.8 v dc ±15% with the supplied dc power c...

  • Page 11: Microphone (Hm-98S*)

    7 1 panel description ■ microphone (hm-98s*) q up/down switches [ y ]/[ z ] ➥ push either switch to change operating frequency, mem- ory channel, set mode contents, etc. (pgs. 15, 26) ➥ push and hold either switch to start scanning. (p. 37) w ptt switch ➥ push and hold to transmit; release to receiv...

  • Page 12: Microphone Keypad

    8 1 panel description ■ microphone keypad key function toggles between opening and closing the squelch. Starts and stops scanning. (p. 37) starts and stops priority watch. (p. 42) selects high output power. (p. 19) selects mid output power. (p. 19) selects low output power (p. 19) selects –duplex. (...

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    9 1 panel description key function ➥ clears a digit before entry. (p. 17) ➥ cancels the scan, priority watch or dtmf memory function. (pgs. 16, 37, 43) enters set mode and advances the set mode selection. ➥ sets the keypad for numeral input (p. 17) ➥ decreases the set mode selection order after ente...

  • Page 14: Installation

    10 2 installation ■ 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. Never place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it coul...

  • Page 15: Battery Connection

    11 2 installation ■ battery connection ☞ never connect the transceiver directly to a 24 v battery. ☞ do not use the cigarette lighter socket for power con- nections. Attach a rubber grommet when passing the dc power cable ■ dc power supply connection use a 13.8 v dc power supply with more than 12 a ...

  • Page 16: Antenna Installation

    12 2 installation ■ 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 connector the antenna uses a pl-259 connector. Ro...

  • Page 17: Setting A Frequency

    13 3 setting a frequency ■ preparation d turning power on/off ☞ note: before operating the transceiver for the first time it’s a good idea to reset the transceiver’s cpu. This will en- sure that all transceiver settings are at their defaults. See p. 62 for cpu resetting details. Push [pwr] for 1 sec...

  • Page 18: Lock Functions

    14 3 setting a frequency ■ 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 19: Using The Tuning Dial

    15 4 setting a frequency ■ using the tuning dial ➀ rotate the tuning dial to set the frequency. • if vfo mode is not selected, push [v/mhz] to select vfo mode. • the frequency changes according to the selected tuning steps. (p. 16) ➁ to change the frequency in 1 mhz (10 mhz for some ver- sions) step...

  • Page 20: Tuning Step Selection

    16 3 setting a frequency Ä push [vfo] to select vfo mode, if necessary. Å push [ f set] one or more times until “ts” ap- pears as shown below left. • push [ent] to reverse the order of selection. • cancel the dtmf memory function in advance, if necessary. (p. 44) Ç push [ y ] or [ z ] to select the ...

  • Page 21: Using The Keypad

    17 3 setting a frequency ■ using the keypad the frequency can be directly set via numeral keys on the microphone. Ä push [vfo] to select vfo mode, if necessary. Å push [ent] to activate the keypad for digit input. Ent c Ç push 6 keys to input a frequency. • when a digit is mistakenly input, push [en...

  • Page 22: Basic Operation

    18 4 basic operation ■ receiving ➀ push [pwr] for 1 sec. To turn power on. ➁ 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. ➂ set the squelch level. ➥ rotate [sql] fully counterclockwise i...

  • Page 23: Transmitting

    19 4 basic operation ■ transmitting v caution: transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. ☞ note: to prevent interference, listen on the frequency be- fore transmitting by pushing [moni] or [ ➀ moni] on the mi- crophone. ➀ set the operating frequency. (pgs. 15, 17) • select output ...

  • Page 24: One-Touch Ptt Function

    20 4 basic operation ■ one-touch ptt function the ptt switch can be operated as a one-touch ptt switch (each push toggles transmit/receive). Using this function you can transmit without push- ing and holding the ptt switch. To prevent accidental, continuous transmissions with this function, the tran...

  • Page 25: Repeater Operation

    21 5 repeater operation ■ accessing a repeater ➀ set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). (pgs. 15–17) ➁ push and hold [ (low) dup] for 1 sec., one or more times, to select minus duplex or plus duplex. • “dup –” or “dup” appears to indicate the transmit frequency for minus shift or plu...

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    22 5 repeater operation d dtmf tones push [dtmf-s], then push the keys of the desired dtmf digits. • the function indicator lights green. • 0–9, a–d, m (e) and #(f) are available. • cancel the dtmf memory encoder function in ad- vance, if necessary. (p. 45) • push [dtmf-s] again to return the keypad...

  • Page 27: Subaudible Tone

    23 5 repeater operation ■ subaudible tone (encoder function) ➀ select the mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tone encoder frequency to, such as vfo mode or mem- ory/call channel. ➁ push [set] one or more times until “t” and “rt” appears for repeater use; or until “t sql” and “ct” appears fo...

  • Page 28: Offset Frequency

    24 5 repeater operation ■ offset frequency ➀ select the mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tone frequency to, such as vfo mode or memory/call channel. • the offset frequency can be individually programmed into each mode or channel. ➁ push [set] one or more times until “dup” appears and flas...

  • Page 29: Auto Repeater

    25 5 repeater operation ■ auto repeater (usa version) the usa version automatically activates the repeater settings (dup or – dup and tone encoder on/off) when the operat- ing frequency falls within the general repeater output fre- quency range and deactivates them when outside of the range. D setti...

  • Page 30: Memory Operation

    26 6 memory operation ■ general description the transceiver has 107 memory channels including 6 scan edge memory channels (3 pairs), and 1 call channel. In addi- tion, 6 scratch pad memories are available (see p. 34). Each of these channels can be individually programmed with the following data. • o...

  • Page 31: Programming A Memory Channel

    27 6 memory operation ■ 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...

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    28 6 memory operation [example]: programming 145.870 mhz into memory channel 20 via the microphone. ■ programming a memory channel via the microphone the microphone can also be used to program memory channels. Ä set the desired frequency in vfo mode: ➥ push [vfo] to select vfo mode. ➥ set the freque...

  • Page 33: Transferring Memory

    29 6 memory operation ■ transferring memory contents this function transfers a memory channel’s contents to vfo (or another memory/call channel). This is useful when search- ing for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the offset frequency, subaudible tone frequency, etc. ➀ se...

  • Page 34: Memory Clearing

    30 6 memory operation ☞ note: be careful—the contents of cleared memories cannot be recalled. ■ 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...

  • Page 35: Alphanumeric Display

    31 6 memory operation ■ alphanumeric display each memory channel and the call channel can be pro- grammed with an alphanumeric name such as a repeater name, club name, etc., for easy recognition. Names can be a maximum of 6 characters—see the table below for avail- able characters. ☞ note: scan edge...

  • Page 36: Call Channel Operation

    32 7 call channel operation ■ calling up the call channel use the call channel to store a most-often-used frequency for quick recall. ➀ push [m/call] one or twice to display a large “c” in the memory channel readout. ➁ push [v/mhz] or [m/call] to exit the call channel. Push [ (mr) call] for 1 sec. T...

  • Page 37: Programming The Call Channel

    33 7 call channel operation ■ programming the call channel in addition to an operating frequency, duplex information, sub- audible tone information (tone encoder or tone squelch on/off and its frequency) and an alphanumeric name can be programmed into the call channel. ➀ push [m/call] one or twice t...

  • Page 38: Scratch Pad Memory

    34 8 scratch pad memory ■ what is scratch pad memory? During vfo operation, the transceiver automatically memo- rizes operating frequency information when transmitting on a new frequency. There are 2 types of scratch pad memories, those for simplex operation, l1–l3, and those for duplex (re- peater)...

  • Page 39: Transferring Scratch Pad

    35 8 scratch pad memory Ä push and hold [ (mr) call] for 1 sec. To select the call channel. Å push [ y ] one or more times to select a duplex scratch pad memory; push [ z ] one or more times to select a simplex scratch pad memory. Ç push [mr] or [vfo] to exit the scratch pad memory. ■ transferring s...

  • Page 40: Scan Operation

    36 9 scan operation ■ scan types scanning searches for signals automatically and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. There are 3 scan types and 5 resume conditions to suit your operating needs. Full scan (p. 37) repeatedly scans all frequen- cies over the entire...

  • Page 41: Scan Start/stop

    37 9 scan operation ■ scan start/stop d preparation ➥ common setting: scan resume condition (p. 41) ➥ for programmed scan: program the scan edges (p. 38) ➥ for memory scan: program 2 or more memory chan- nels; set memory skip settings, if desired (p. 40) d operation ➀ select vfo mode for full/progra...

  • Page 42: Programming Scan Edges

    38 9 scan operation ■ programming scan edges scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edges, 1a/1b to 3a/3b, in memory channels. ➀ set the desired frequency in vfo mode: ➥ set the frequency using the tuning dial. ➥ set other data (e.G. O...

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    39 9 scan operation ■ programming scan edges via the microphone ➥ memory channel number advances to the next scan edge channel (1b to 3b) when continuing to push [ e mw] after programming. Ñ to program a frequency for the other scan edge channel, repeat steps Ä and É . Ä set the desired frequency in...

  • Page 44: Skip Channel

    40 9 scan operation ■ skip channel setting the memory skip function speeds up scanning by checking only those memory channels not set as skip channels. Set skip channels as follows. ➀ select a memory channel: ➥ select memory mode by pushing [m/call] once or twice. ➥ rotate the tuning dial to select ...

  • Page 45: Scan Resume

    41 9 scan operation ■ 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. 42) ➀ push [set] one or more times until “sct” ...

  • Page 46: Priority Watch

    42 10 priority watch ■ 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 47: Priority Watch Operation

    43 10 priority watch ■ priority watch operation ➀ select vfo mode; then, set an operating frequency. ➁ set the watching channel(s). For memory channel watch: select the desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: select memory mode; then, push [ (v/mhz) scan] for 1 sec. To start memory scan. For ...

  • Page 48: Dtmf Memory Encoder

    44 11 dtmf memory encoder ■ 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. Ä push [func] then [ ➅ dtmf] to turn t...

  • Page 49: Dtmf Speed

    45 11 dtmf memory encoder ■ 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 left switch), push [pwr] for 1 sec. To turn power on and enter initial set mode. ➂ push [set] o...

  • Page 50: Pocket Beep Operation

    46 12 pocket beep and tone squelch ■ pocket beep operation this function uses subaudible tones for calling and can be used as a “common pager” to inform you that someone has called while you were away from the transceiver. D waiting for a call from a specific station ➀ set the operating frequency. ➁...

  • Page 51: Tone Squelch Operation

    47 12 pocket beep and tone squelch ■ tone squelch operation the tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal with the same pre-programmed subaudible tone. ➀ set the operating frequency. ➁ program the subaudible tone frequency in set mode. • see p. 23 for programming details. ➂ push [tone] one or ...

  • Page 52: Tone Scan

    48 12 pocket beep and tone squelch ■ tone scan by monitoring a signal that is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone frequency nec- essary to open a repeater. ➀ set the frequency to be checked for a tone frequency e.G. A repeater input frequency. ➁ push [ (tone) ...

  • Page 53: Wireless Operation

    49 13 wireless operation ■ connection wireless remote control is available when the following op- tions are used. ➧ hm-90 wireless microphone ➧ ex-1759 infrared receiver the bc-96 microphone holder is additionally recommended for use with the hm-90, since the hm-90’s internal battery re- quires char...

  • Page 54: Ex-1759 Installation

    50 13 wireless operation ■ 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 using...

  • Page 55: Hm-90 Switches

    51 13 wireless operation ■ hm-90 switches q ptt switch ➥ push and hold to transmit; release to receive. ➥ toggles between transmitting and receiving while the one-touch ptt function is in use. W band switches [band select y , z ] no function. E monitor switch [moni] toggles between opening and closi...

  • Page 56

    52 13 wireless operation key function selects the call channel. Selects memory mode. Selects vfo mode. Selects high output power. Selects mid output power. Selects low output power. Selects –duplex. Selects +duplex. Selects simplex. Mutes audio signals. Secondary function (after ) no secondary funct...

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    53 13 wireless operation key function clears a digit before entry. Cancels the scan, priority watch, or dtmf memory function. Enters set mode and advances the set mode selection order. Decreases the set mode selection order after entering set mode. Note: the ic-2100h has no voice synthesizer functio...

  • Page 58: Microphone

    54 13 wireless operation ■ 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 mi...

  • Page 59: Other Functions

    55 14 other functions ■ 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 60: Auto Power-Off

    56 14 other functions ■ 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, if you forget to turn power off, the trans- ceiver automatically turns itself off. The time can be set to 30 min., ...

  • Page 61: Microphone [F-1]/[F-2] Keys

    57 14 other functions ■ 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 function is progr...

  • Page 62: Display Color

    58 14 other functions ■ display color the display color can be set to amber or green. ➀ push [set] one or more times until “col” appears. • pushing [moni] reverses the order of selection. ➁ rotate the tuning dial to set the desired color. ➂ push [v/mhz] to return to normal operation. ■ display dimme...

  • Page 63: Data Cloning

    59 14 other functions ■ data cloning cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the pro- grammed contents from one transceiver to another; or , data from a pc to a transceiver using the optional cs-2100 cloning software . ➀ connect the opc-474 cloning cable with adapter plugs to the [sp] jack...

  • Page 64: Maintenance

    60 15 maintenance ■ troubleshooting if your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. Problem no power comes on. No sound comes from the speaker. Sensitivity is low and only strong signals are audible. No contact possible with an...

  • Page 65

    61 15 maintenance problem some memory channels cannot be selected via the microphone keypad. Scan does not operate. Transmission is automati- cally cut off. Transmission continues even when the ptt is re- leased. The function display shows erroneous informa- possible cause • the input channel number...

  • Page 66: Fuse Replacement

    62 15 maintenance ■ 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 below. ■ partial cpu resetting if you want to initialize the operating conditions without cl...

  • Page 67: Specifications

    63 16 specifications general • frequency coverage : (unit: mhz) transmitter • modulation system : variable reactance frequency • output power : high 55 w (thailand version: 10 w taiwan version: 25 w mid 10 w (approx.) low 5 w (approx.) • current drain (at 13.8 v dc) : transmit max. Power12.0 a (less...

  • Page 68: Options

    64 17 options hm-90 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-10 external speaker compact design. Cable length: 1.5 m; 4.9 ft. Sp-12 external spea...

  • Page 69

    65 17 options d hand microphones hm-77/a dtmf microphone with dtmf memory function. Hm-78, hm-96, hm-118 regular hand microphones. Hm-79, hm-97 equipped with a tone call function. Hm-95 dtmf microphone. Hm-98s remote control microphone with keypad backlighting. Hm-118t/ta dtmf microphones with keypa...

  • Page 70: Mode Arrangement

    66 18 mode arrangement memory mode (p.26) vfo mode (p. 13) call channel (p. 32) scratch pad simplex memory (p. 34) see p. 44 for details. Dtmf memory or no operation for 30 sec. When the dtmf memory encoder is activated. [v/mhz] [v/mhz] [m/call] [m/call] [set] [v/mhz] scan prio t dup anm lock scan v...

  • Page 71

    18 mode arrangement 67 initial set mode set mode scan resume condition (p. 41) wide/narrow setting (p. 58) europe version only beep tone on/off (p. 55) turn power on while pushing [set]. Time-out timer (p. 55) auto power-off (p. 56) auto repeater* (p. 25) * u.S.A. Version only. Repeater lockout (p. ...

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    Count on us! 1-1-32 kamiminami, hirano-ku, osaka 547-0003 japan a-5492h-1ex- ➃ printed in japan copyright 1997 icom inc..