Icom IC-F1710 Instruction Manual

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Manual is about: VHF, UHF Mobile Transceiver

Summary of IC-F1710

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    Instruction manual uhf mobile transceiver if2810 if2710 vhf mobile transceiver if1810 if1710 above photo shows the ic-f1810 or ic-f2810..

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    I explicit definitions rwarning! Never connect the transceiver to an ac outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. Never connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 16 v dc such as a 24 v battery. This connection will ruin the transceiver. Never cut the dc power c...

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    Ii avoid operating the transceiver without running the vehi- cle’s engine. The vehicle’s battery will quickly run out if the transceiver transmits while the vehicle’s engine off. Avoid placing the transceiver in excessively dusty envi- ronments. Avoid placing the transceiver against walls. This will...

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    Iii table of contents important ....................................................................................... I explicit definitions .................................................................... I precaution ..............................................................................

  • Page 5: Panel Description

    1 1 panel description 1 i c o m i n c y o r u t i q e* w e* ic-f1710 ic-f1810 f2710 f2810 ■front panel qaf volume control knob rotate the knob to adjust the audio output level. • minimum audio level is pre-programmed. Wfunction display (p. 2) displays a variety of information, such as an operating c...

  • Page 6: ■ Function Display

    2 1 panel description ypower switch [power] push to turn the power on and off. • the following functions are available at power on as options: - automatic scan start - password prompt - set mode utransmit indicator lights red while transmitting. Idealer-programmable keys desired functions can be pro...

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    3 1 panel description 1 ybell indicator appears/blinks when the specific 5-tone/biis code is received, according to the pre-programming. Ucall code memory indicator appears when the call code memory is selected. Isdm memory indicator appears when the sdm memory is displayed. Osdm indicator appears w...

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    4 1 panel description zone key push this key, then select the desired zone using [ch up]/ [ch down]. What is “zone”?—the desired channels are assigned into a zone according to the intended use for grouping. For example, ‘staff a’ and ‘staff b’ are assigned into a “business” zone, and ‘john’ and ‘cin...

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    5 1 panel description 1 public address key while in the hailer mode, push this key for the audio output via the hailer amplifier. Ask your dealer for details. While in the normal mode, the audio output via the cable can be controlled from the transceiver separately from [vol] con- trol knob when an ...

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    6 1 panel description re-dial key push to transmit the last-transmitted dtmf code. Call keys push to transmit a 5-tone/biis id code. • call transmission is necessary before calling another station depending on your signalling system. • [call a] and/or [call b] may be available when your system emplo...

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    7 1 panel description 1 compander key push to toggle the compander function on and off. The compander function reduces noise components from the transmitted audio to provide clear communication. Hook scan key when the hook on scan function is turned on, push this key to stop scanning temporarily. Pu...

  • Page 12: Basic Operation

    8 2 basic operation ■ turning power on q push [ ] 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. • 10-keypad* can be used for password input. *ic-f1810 or ic-f2810 only • the keys as below can be used for password i...

  • Page 13: ■ Call Procedure

    9 2 basic operation 2 ■ call procedure when your system employs tone signaling (excluding ctcss and dtcs), the call procedure may be necessary prior to voice transmission. The tone signalling employed may be a selec- tive calling system which allows you to call specific station(s) only and prevent u...

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    10 2 basic operation d transmitting notes • transmit inhibit function the transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict transmission under the following conditions: - the channel is in mute condition (‘inaudible’ condition; “ ” does not appear.) - the channel is busy. - un-matched (or mat...

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    11 2 basic operation 2 d tx code number edit if the transceiver has [tx code ch select] or [tx code enter] assigned to it, tx code contents can be edited within the allowable digits. Using [tx code ch select] key: q push [tx code ch select] to enter the tx code channel selection mode. • select the d...

  • Page 16: ■ Scrambler Function

    12 2 basic operation d dtmf transmission if the transceiver has [dtmf autodial] assigned to it, the auto- matic dtmf transmission function is available. Up to 8 dtmf channels are available. To select a tx code: q push [dtmf autodial]— a dtmf channel appears. W push [ch up] or [ch down], or rotate [c...

  • Page 17: ■ User Set Mode

    13 2 basic operation 2 ■ user set mode user set mode is accessed with [user set mode] and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this case you can “customize” the transceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the user set mode: q while pushing and holding [p1] a...

  • Page 18: Biis Operation

    14 3 biis operation ■ default setting the following functions are assigned to each programmable key as the default. However, the assigned function can be changed by your dealer. Ask your dealer for details. Note: [tx code enter] must be assigned to a key. [p0]; call : push to transmit a 5-tone/biis ...

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    15 3 biis operation 3 d d group call q when a group call is received; • beeps sound. • “ ” appears and the mute is released. • the programmed text message (e.G.“group”) and the calling sta- tion id (or text) is displayed when the indication mode is 2 lines. • the programmed text message (e.G.“group”...

  • Page 20: ■ Transmitting A Call

    16 3 biis operation ■ transmitting a call a total of 3 ways for code selection are available—selecting the call code from memory, entering the call code from the keypad and calling back from the queue channel record. D d using call memory q while in the standby condition, push [p1] (digital) to ente...

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    17 3 biis operation 3 d d direct code entry q while in the standby condition, push [p3] (tx code enter) to enter the tx code edit mode. • code digit for editing blinks. W push [p3] (tx code enter) to select the desired digit to be edited. • digit for editing differs according to the setting. E set t...

  • Page 22: ■ Receiving A Message

    18 3 biis operation ■ receiving a message d d receiving a status message q when a status message is received; • beeps sound. • the calling station id (or text) and the status message is dis- played alternately when the indication mode is 1 line, depending on the setting. W push [p4] (moni(audi)) to ...

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    19 3 biis operation 3 d d received message selection the transceiver memorizes the received message in the memory. Up to 6 messages for status and sdm, or 95 char- acter sdm’s can be memorized. The oldest message is erased when the 7th message is received. However, once the transceiver is powered of...

  • Page 24: ■ Transmitting A Status

    20 3 biis operation ■ transmitting a status d d general the status message can be selected with the programmed text, and the message text is also displayed on the function display of the called station. Up to 24 status types (1 to 24) are available, and the status messages 22 and 24 have designated ...

  • Page 25: ■ Transmitting An Sdm

    21 3 biis operation 3 d d general the short data message, sdm, can be sent to an individual station or group stations. Also, 8 sdm memory channels are available and the messages can be edited via pc program- ming. D d transmitting an sdm q while in the standby condition, push [p1] (digital), then pu...

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    22 3 biis operation d d programming an sdm memory (ic-f1810 or ic-f2810 only) q during standby condition, push [p1] (digital) twice, then push [up] or [down] to select the desired sdm to be edit- ed. W push [m] or [#] to enter the message editing condition. • the first character blinks when [#] is p...

  • Page 27: ■ Printer Connection

    23 3 biis operation 3 ■ position data transmission when the optional cable and a gps receiver is connected to the transceiver, the position (longitude and latitude) data can be transmitted automatically. Ask your dealer or system operator for connection details. The position data is transmitted when...

  • Page 28: ■ Stun Function

    24 3 biis operation ■ 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 aga...

  • Page 29: Connection And Maintenance

    25 4 connection and maintenance 3 4 r t antenna black red 12v battery solder crimp note: use the terminals as shown below for the cable connections. R caution! Never remove t h e f u s e - h o l d e r f r o m t h e d c power cable. Q antenna connector connects to an antenna. Contact your dealer abou...

  • Page 30: ■ Supplied Accessories

    26 4 connection and maintenance ■ supplied accessories • function name stickers there are no names on the programmable function keys since the functions can be freely assigned to these keys. Attach the supplied function name stickers as below to the appropriate keys for easy recognition of that key’...

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    27 4 connection and maintenance 4 ■ mounting the transceiver the universal mounting bracket supplied with your transceiv- er allows overhead mounting. • mount the transceiver securely with the 4 supplied screws to a thick surface which can support more than 1.5 kg. ■ optional ut-111 installation ins...

  • Page 32: Installation

    28 4 connection and maintenance ■ optional ut-109 or ut-110 installation q turn the power off, then disconnect the dc power cable. W unscrew the 4 cover screws, then remove the bottom cover. E cut the pattern on the pcb at the tx mic circuit (mic) and rx af circuit (af out), then solder cp37 as show...

  • Page 33: ■ Antenna

    29 4 connection and maintenance 4 ■ antenna a key element in the performance of any communication sys- tem is an antenna. Contact your dealer about antennas and the best places to mount them. ■ fuse replacement a fuse is installed in the supplied dc power cable. If a fuse blows or the transceiver st...

  • Page 34: Doc

    30 5 doc ce versions of the ic-f1710/f1810/f2710/ f2810 which display the “ce” symbol on the serial number seal, comply with the essential requirements of the european radio and telecommunication terminal directive 1999/5/ec. This warning symbol indicates that this equipment operates in non-harmonis...

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    5 declaration of conformity we icom inc. Japan 1-1-32, kamiminami, hirano-ku osaka 547-0003, japan kind of equipment: uhf transceiver this compliance is based on conformity with the following harmonised standards, specifications or documents: i) en 301 489-1 v1.2.1 (2000-8) ii) en 301 489-5 v1.2.1 (...

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