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Icom ic-80fx Instruction Manual

Manual is about: 245 MHz FM TRANSCEIVER

Summary of ic-80fx

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    Instruction manual 245 mhz fm transceiver.

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    I foreword thank you for purchasing this fine icom product. The ic-80fx 245 mh z fm transceiver is designed and build with icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble- free operation. Features ❍ dust-protection/splash-resistan...

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    Ii rdanger! Never short the terminals of the battery pack. Rwarning rf exposure! This device emits radio frequency (rf) energy. Caution should be observed when operating this device. If you have any questions regarding rf exposure and safety standards, please refer to the federal com- munications co...

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    Iii antenna battery pack* belt clip* jack cover (with screws) battery charger* ac adapter* * not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the version..

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    Iv table of contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 foreword ..................................................................................... I features ........................................................................................ I explicit definitions ................

  • Page 6: ■ Accessory Attachment

    1 1 ■ accessory attachment d antenna insert the antenna into the antenna connector and twist the antenna base to lock it in place. Caution: • never hold just the antenna when carrying the trans- ceiver. • transmitting without an antenna will damage the trans- ceiver. D belt clip to attach the belt c...

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    2 1 d battery pack or case to attach the battery pack or case: q fit the battery pack or case in the direction of the arrow, then close it. W hook the latch until it makes a ‘click’ sound. To remove the battery pack or case: be careful! The latch is tightly locked, so use caution when releasing it. ...

  • Page 8: Panel Description

    3 panel description 2 ■ front, top and side panels q ptt switch [ptt] hold down to transmit, release to receive. (p. 16) w antenna connector connect an antenna here.(p. 1) e control dial [vol] ➥ adjust the volume level. (p. 14) ➥ while in the set mode, or initial set mode, rotate to se- lect a desir...

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    4 2 u up/down keys [s]/[t] ➥ push to change the operating channel. (p. 15) ➥ in the dtmf memory mode, push to select a dtmf memory channel. (p. 25) ➥ while scanning, push to change the scanning direction. (pp. 19, 23) ➥ while holding down [moni], push to adjust the squelch level. (p. 14) ➥ while in ...

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    5 [3] • [t.Scan](3) ➥ numeric input and dtmf code: ‘3’ nput and dtmf code: ‘3’ ➥ after pushing [func](m), starts a tone scan. (p. 23) [4] numeric input and dtmf code: ‘4’ nput and dtmf code: ‘4’ [5] • [scan](5) ➥ numeric input and dtmf code: ‘5’ nput and dtmf code: ‘5’ ➥ after pushing [func](m), sta...

  • Page 11: ■ Function Display

    6 2 ■ function display q busy icon ➥ appears when a signal is being received, or the squelch is open. ➥ blinks while the monitor function is on. (p. 14) w signal icons ➥ shows the strength of the received signal. (p. 15) ➥ while transmitting, shows the output power level. (p. 16) e tone icons ➥ “ ” ...

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    7 ■function display (continued) u key lock icon appears when the key lock function is on.(p. 16) i vox icon appears when the vox function is on.(p. 40) o power icons (p. 16) ➥ “ h” appears when high power is selected. ➥ “ m” appears when mid power is selected. ➥ “ l” appears when low power is select...

  • Page 13: Battery Charging

    8 2 3 3 battery charging ■ caution (for the bp-264 ni-mh battery) r danger! Never short terminals (or charging terminals) of the battery pack. Also, current may fl ow into nearby metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing bat- tery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc. Simpl...

  • Page 14: ■ Caution

    9 ■ caution (for the bp-265 li-ion battery) r danger! Never short terminals (or charging terminals) of the battery pack. Also, current may fl ow into nearby metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing bat- tery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc. Simply carrying with or pla...

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    10 3 3 battery charging r warning! Never put the battery in a microwave oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. This could cause a fi re, overheating, or cause the battery to rupture. Caution: always use the battery within the specifi ed tem- perature range, –20˚c to +60˚c....

  • Page 16: ■ Battery Chargers

    11 ■ battery chargers d using the bc-191 to rapid charge the bp-264 the bc-191 provides rapid charging of only the bp-264 ni-mh battery pack. Never use it to charge any other battery pack. Charging time: approximately 2 hours the following item is additionally required: • an ac adapter (not supplied...

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    12 3 3 battery charging d using the bc-193 to rapid charge the bp-265 the bc-193 provides rapid charging of only the bp-265 li- ion battery pack. Never use it to charge any other battery pack. Charging time: approximately 2.5 hours the following item is additionally required: • an ac adapter (not su...

  • Page 18: ■ Battery Case (Bp-263)

    13 ■ battery case (bp-263) when using the battery case (bp-263), install 6 × aa (lr6) size alkaline batteries, as described below. Q remove the battery case if it is attached. (p. 2) w install 6 × aa (lr6) size alkaline batteries. • install only alkaline batteries. • be sure to observe the correct p...

  • Page 19: ■ Power On/off

    14 3 4 ■ power on/off ➥ hold down [ ] for 1 second to turn the power on or off. The voltage indication can be turned off in the initial set mode (p. 36). ■ adjusting the volume level ➥ rotate [vol] to adjust the volume level. • if the squelch is closed, hold down [moni] while adjusting the volume le...

  • Page 20: ■ Receiving

    15 ■ selecting an operating channel d channel selection using [s] or [ t] ➥ push [s] or [t] to select the channel. • holding down [ s] or [t] makes selecting a channel quick. D channel entry using the keypad ➥ to select a channel between 10 and 80, simply enter the channel number. ➥ to select a chan...

  • Page 21: ■ Transmitting

    16 4 4 basic operation 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 ■ transmitting caution: transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. Note: to prevent interference, hold down [moni] to lis- ten on the channel before transmitting. Q set the operating channel. (p. 15) w push [func]...

  • Page 22: ■ Lockout Function

    17 ■ [vol] function assignment [vol] can be used as a channel selector instead of [ s] and [ t], to suit your preference. However, when [vol] functions as a channel selector, [ s] and [t] function as volume controls. Q while holding down [s] and [t], turn on the power to enter the initial set mode. ...

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    18 4 4 basic operation 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 ■ programming a channel name an alphanumeric name can be programmed into each chan- nel for easy recognition. The programmed channel name is displayed instead of the channel number. Up to fi ve charac- ters can be used for a channe...

  • Page 24: ■ Scan Types

    19 ■ scan types a scan automatically searches for signals, and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. ■ channel scan a channel scan repeatedly scans the operating channels, except those set as the skip channels. Q push [func](m), then [scan](5) to start the scan. •...

  • Page 25: ■ Scan Resume Setting

    20 7 ■ scan resume setting when a signal is received during a scan, the scan resume setting determines what action the transceiver takes. The transceiver has two scan resume settings, as described below. Use the set mode to select the one which best suits your needs. Q push [func](m), and then [set]...

  • Page 26: Tone Squelch and Pocket Beep

    21 6 tone squelch and pocket beep d tone squelch and dtcs squelch the tone squelch (ctcss) or dtcs squelch opens only when receiving a signal that includes a matching ctcss tone or dtcs code, respectively. You can silently wait for calls using the same tone or code. Separate tone frequencies can be ...

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    22 7 8 6 tone squelch and pocket beep 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 d setting dtcs polarity for dtcs operation, the polarity setting is configurable, as well as the code setting. If the polarity is different, the dtcs squelch never opens, even when receiving a signal that in- cludes a ...

  • Page 28: ■ Tone Scan

    23 6 tone squelch and pocket beep ■ tone/dtcs squelch and pocket beep d operation (continued) r when receiving a signal that includes a matched tone or code, the squelch opens and the signal is heard. • when the pocket beep function is activated, beep tones sound and “ ” blinks. To stop the beeps an...

  • Page 29: ■ Subaudible Tone Encoder

    24 8 6 tone squelch and pocket beep 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 ■ subaudible tone encoder subaudible tones are superimposed over your transmitted signal and must be set fi rst. Q push [func](m) then [set](8) to enter the set mode. W push [s] or [t] to select the subaudible tone enc...

  • Page 30: Dtmf Memory

    25 the dtmf codes are used for autopatching, controlling other equipment, and other operations. The transceiver has 16 dtmf memory channels (d0–d9, da, db, dc, dd, de and df) for storage of often-used dtmf code sequences of up to 24 digits. Q push [func](m), and then [dtmf.M](0) to enter the dtmf me...

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    26 9 7 dtmf memory the transceiver has two methods of transmitting a dtmf code sequence. Select an option in the set mode. Q push [func](m), and then [set](8) to enter the set mode. W push [s] or [t] to select the dtmf tx key item (dmt). E rotate [vol] to select an option. • dmt.K : transmits the ap...

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    27 7 dtmf memory ■ confi rming a dtmf memory the dtmf tones in a memory channel can be confi rmed. Q push [func](m), and then [dtmf.M](0) to enter the dtmf memory mode. W push [s] or [t] to select a dtmf memory channel. E push [moni] to confi rm the dtmf memory contents. • the programmed dtmf code s...

  • Page 33: Set Modes

    28 9 10 8 set modes ■ set mode programming the set mode is used to change the settings of the trans- ceiver ’ s functions. D set mode operation q push [func](m), and then [set](8) to enter the set mode. W push [s] or [t] to select the item. E rotate [vol] to select the option or value. R to exit the...

  • Page 34: ■ Set Mode Items

    29 ■ set mode items d subaudible tone frequency (encoder) selects one of 50 subaudible tone frequencies used only to transmit. • 67.0–254.1 hz d tone squelch frequency selects one of tone frequencies for tone squelch (both en- coder/decoder) or pocket beep operation. • 67.0–254.1 hz • usable subaudi...

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    30 10 8 set modes d scan resume setting selects the scan resume setting between sct. 5, sct. 10, sct. 15, and scp. 2. When a signal is received during a scan, the scan pauses and then resumes, according to the scan resume setting. • sct. 5/10/15 : the scan pauses for 5, 10 or 15 seconds, and then re...

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    31 8 set modes d microphone gain sets the microphone gain to between 1 and 4 to suit your needs. Higher values make the microphone more sensitive to your voice. Note: when using the vox function, we recommend setting the microphone gain to 3. However, you can adjust it to suit your operating environ...

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    32 8 set modes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 ■ initial set mode programming the initial set mode can be accessed at power on and al- lows you to set seldom-changed settings, to suit your prefer- ence and operating style. D initial set mode operation q while holding down [s] and [t]...

  • Page 38: ■ Initial Set Mode Items

    33 8 set modes ■ initial set mode items d key-touch beep turns the key-touch beep on (the beep level 1 to 3) or off. • when changing the beep level, beeps sound at the level. D time-out timer to prevent accidental prolonged transmission, the trans- ceiver has a time-out timer. This function cuts tra...

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    34 8 set modes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 d squelch delay sets the squelch delay between short and long. The delay prevents the squelch from repeatedly opening and closing while continuously receiving a weak signal. • sqd. S : sets the squelch delay to short. • sqd. L : sets the...

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    35 8 set modes d lcd contrast selects the lcd contrast. • lcd.Lo : sets the contrast to low. • lcd.At : sets the contrast to high. However, if the transceiver is exposed to high temperatures, it automatically sets the contrast to low. D power save the power save function allows you conserve battery ...

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    36 8 set modes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 • user remote control unit the circuit illustrated below is for reference only. D voltage indication the voltage of the battery is displayed at power on. This display can be turned on or off. • of : the battery voltage display is skipped...

  • Page 42: Cloning

    37 cloning 9 ■ cloning operation cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the programmed contents from one transceiver to another. D transceiver-to-transceiver cloning q turn off the power, and then connect an optional opc-474 cloning cable to the [sp] jacks of the master transceiver and th...

  • Page 43: Trouble Shooting

    38 12 13 10 trouble shooting if your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. Problem possible cause solution ref. The transceiver does not turn on. • the battery is exhausted. • the battery polarity is reversed. • loose connect...

  • Page 44: Options

    39 options 11 • bp-263 battery case battery case for lr6 (aa) × 6 alkaline batteries. • bp-264 ni - mh battery pack 7.2 v/1400 mah (typ.) ni-mh battery pack. Battery life: 13 hrs. (approximately; high power, tx : rx : standby = 5:5:90) • bp-265 li - ion battery pack 7.4 v/1900 mah (min.)/2000 mah (t...

  • Page 45: ■ Vox Function

    40 14 11 options ■ vox function the transceiver has a vox function, which allows hands-free operation. An optional hs-94, hs-95 or hs-97 headset and the opc- 2004 plug adapter cable are also required. • the vox (voice operated transmission) function starts transmis- sion when you speak into the micr...

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    41 ■vox function (continued) dvox-related settings the vox gain, the vox delay, and the vox time-out timer is set in the set mode. Q connect an optional headset and plug adapter cable to the transceiver, and then turn on the power. W push [func](m), and then [vox](2) to turn on the vox function. E p...

  • Page 47: Specifications

    42 14 15 9 12 specifications d general • frequency coverage : 245.000–245.9875 mhz • mode : fm narrow • usable temperature range : –20°c to +60°c • frequency stability : ±2.5 ppm (–20°c to +60°c) • power supply : icom specifi ed battery pack or case • current drain (at 7.2 v dc: typical) transmit at...

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