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Icom IC-F3100D series Instruction Manual

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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. The photo shows the vhf transceiver. Uhf transceivers if4100d series vhf transceivers if3100d series limited functions only limited funct...

  • Page 2: Read All Instructions

    I foreword thank you for choosing this icom product. This product is designed and built with icom’s state of the art technology and craftsman- ship. With proper care this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. Important read all instructions carefully and completely before ...

  • Page 3: Word

    Ii explicit definitions word definition rdanger! Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur. Rwarning! Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. Caution equipment damage may occur. Note if disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric sho...

  • Page 4: R Danger! Never

    Iii precautions r danger! Never short terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects such as a key, so be careful when placing the battery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, and so on. Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as a key, and so on m...

  • Page 5: Do Not

    Iv do not operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. Do not push [ptt] when you do not actually intend to transmit. Do not operate or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below –30°c (+22°f) or above +60°c (+140°f...

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    V fcc information • for class b unintentional radiators: this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class b digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the fcc rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential ins...

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    Vi voice coding technology the ambe+2™ voice coding technology embodied in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of digital voice systems, inc. This voice coding technology is licensed solely for use within this communications...

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    Vii table of contents foreword ........................................................................................ I important ......................................................................................... I explicit definitions ..........................................................

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    Viii 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 4 idas operation ................................................................. 25–30 ■ idas operation ......................................................................... 25 ■ idas-trunk operation ............................................................... 25 ■ rece...

  • Page 10: Accessory Attachments

    ■ accessory attachments d flexible antenna connect the flexible antenna to the antenna connector. Caution: • never carry the transceiver by holding the antenna. • do not connect the antenna other than listed on page 44. • transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. 1 accessories 1.

  • Page 11: D Belt Clip

    2 1 accessories 1 d belt clip to attach the belt clip: ➥ slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip locks in place, and makes a ‘click’ sound. Battery pack belt clip to detach the belt clip: q remove the battery pack from the transceiver, if it is attached. (p. 3) w lift t...

  • Page 12: D Battery Pack Or Case

    3 1 accessories d battery pack or case to attach the battery pack or case: q fit the battery pack/case in the direction of the arrow, then close it. W hook the latch until it makes a ‘click’ sound. Q latch w battery pack/case to remove the battery pack/case: be careful! The latch is tightly locked, ...

  • Page 13: D Jack Cover

    4 1 accessories 1 never remove or attach the battery pack/case when the trans- ceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust getting into the transceiver, battery pack/case, and may result in them being damaged. Note: keep the battery terminals clean. It's a good idea to occasionally cle...

  • Page 14: Panel Description

    5 panel description 2 ■ front, top and side panels microphone speaker r w e q y u i t lower key upper key ptt switch antenna connector rotary selector led indicator volume control speaker- microphone jack q rotary selector rotate to select the pre-programmed memory channels or scan lists, depending ...

  • Page 15: Status Indicator (P. 7)

    6 2 panel description e status indicator (p. 7) ➥ lights red* while transmitting. * when the optional battery case is attached, the led indicator lights orange. ➥ lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is open. ➥ lights/blinks orange when the matched 2/5-tone code is re- ceived, ...

  • Page 16: Led Indicator

    7 2 panel description ■ led indicator the led indicator indicates the status of various parameters of the transceiver as follows; (ref.; r=red, g=green, o=orange) r* r* r* r* r* r* o o o g g g g g g r o r o r o r o r o r o r o r o g g g r * • tx: lights red while transmitting a signal. • rx: lights ...

  • Page 17: Programmable Function Keys

    8 2 panel description ■ programmable function keys the following functions can be assigned to the [upper] and [lower] programmable function keys. Consult your icom dealer or system operator for details concerning your transceiver’s programming. Scan push to start and cancel the scanning operation. •...

  • Page 18: Monitor, Monitor (Audible)

    9 2 panel description monitor, monitor (audible) ➥ push to turn the ctcss (dtcs) or 2/5-tone squelch mute on or off. • only during lmr operation, push to open any squelch func- tions, or deactivate any mute functions. • only during pmr operation, push to activate one or two of the following function...

  • Page 19: Wide/narrow

    10 2 panel description wide/narrow ➥ push to switch the if bandwidth to wide. • the wide passband width can be selected from 20 or 25 khz using the optional cloning software (pmr operation only). Ask your dealer for details. ➥ hold down to switch the if bandwidth to narrow. Call, call a, call b push...

  • Page 20: Siren

    Siren hold down for 1 second to emit a siren sound. This function can be used for situations other than an emergency alert, such as a security alarm for example. The transceiver emits the siren sound until the power is turned off. Encryption push to turn the voice encryption function on or off while...

  • Page 21: Basic Operation

    12 basic operation 2 3 ■ turning power on prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. (p. 31) ➥ rotate [vol] to turn power on. D battery type selection the battery type must be selected according to the battery pack or cas...

  • Page 22: Channel Selection

    ■ channel selection several types of channel selecting methods are available. They may differ, according to your system set up. To select a desired operating channel, do one of the following. • rotate [rotary selector]. • push one of memory channel keys, [mr-ch 1] to [mr-ch 4]. • push one of these k...

  • Page 23: Call Procedure

    14 3 basic operation 3 ■ call procedure when your system employs tone signalling (excluding ctcss and dtcs), the tone call procedure may be necessary prior to voice transmission. The tone signalling that is employed in the transceiver may be a selective calling system, which allows you to call only ...

  • Page 24: Receiving and Transmitting

    15 3 basic operation ■ receiving and transmitting caution: transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. See page 1 for antenna attachment. Receiving: q rotate [vol] to turn on the power. W rotate [rotary selector], or push one of the memory channel keys, [mr-ch 1] to [mr-ch 4], to se...

  • Page 25: D Transmitting Notes

    16 3 basic operation 3 d transmitting notes • transmit inhibit function the transceiver has several inhibit functions, which restrict trans- mission under the following conditions: - the channel is muted. (pmr operation only) - the channel is busy. - a signal with the un-matched (or matched) ctcss (...

  • Page 26: D Dtmf Transmission

    D dtmf transmission if the transceiver has [dtmf autodial] assigned to it, the automatic dtmf transmission function is usable. ➥ push [dtmf autodial] to transmit the dtmf code. D receiving a stun, kill and revive command the dispatcher can send a 2/5-tone signal that will stun, kill or re- vive your...

  • Page 27: Setting The Microphone Gain

    ■ setting the microphone gain adjusts the microphone gain. Q rotate [vol] to turn the trans- ceiver power off. W set [rotary selector] to channel 16. E while holding down [upper], rotate [vol] to turn on the transceiver and enter the micro- phone gain adjustment mode. R push [upper] to increase, or ...

  • Page 28: Setting The Squelch Level

    ■ setting the squelch level the squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal, depending on the signal strength. Q rotate [vol] to turn the trans- ceiver power off. W set [rotary selector] to any channel other than chan- nel 16. E while holding down [upper], ro- tate [vol] to turn on the power and...

  • Page 29: Setting The Beep Level

    ■ setting the beep level the beep function can be turned on or off, and its level can be adjusted between 1 and 5, or 1 (linked) and 5 (linked). When a linked option is selected, the beep level is adjustable with [vol]. Q rotate [vol] to turn the trans- ceiver power off. W set [rotary selector] to a...

  • Page 30: Setting The Ringer Level

    21 3 basic operation ■ setting the ringer level the ringer level can be adjusted between 1 and 5, or 1 (linked) and 5 (linked). When a linked option is selected, the ringer level is adjustable with [vol]. Q rotate [vol] to turn the trans- ceiver power off. W set [rotary selector] to channel 16. E wh...

  • Page 31: Output Power Level Selection

    22 3 basic operation 3 ■ output power level selection if the transceiver has [high/low] assigned to it, the transmit output power level can be selected, depending on the presetting. When the battery case is selected as the battery type, or the bat- tery voltage drops to a low power level and the led...

  • Page 32: Mdc 1200 System Operation

    23 3 basic operation ■ mdc 1200 system operation the mdc 1200 signaling system enhances your transceiver’s capa- bilities. It allows ptt id* and emergency signaling. * when [ptt] is pushed and/or released, the transceiver transmits your station id. D transmitting an emergency call the mdc 1200 syste...

  • Page 33: Emergency Call

    24 3 basic operation 3 ■ emergency call when [emergency] is held down for the specified time period*, the emergency signal is transmitted once, or repeatedly, on the speci- fied emergency channel. A repeat emergency signal is automatically transmitted until you turn the power off. Depending on the p...

  • Page 34: Idas

    25 idas operation ■ idas operation the ic-f3100d series and ic-f4100d series provide icom digital advanced system (idas) that meets the 6.25 khz emission mask requirements for narrow banding, and increases efficiency of chan- nel allocation and use of spectrum. Note: during idas operation, biis 1200...

  • Page 35: Receiving A Call

    26 4 idas operation 4 ■ receiving a call d receiving a call alert q when a call alert is received; • the transceiver will automatically transmit the acknowledgement. • the led indicator blinks orange. • beeps sound. W hold down [ptt], then speak into the microphone. E release [ptt] to receive a resp...

  • Page 36

    27 4 idas operation d receiving a remote monitor or radio check call if an individual call with remote monitor or radio check command is received (ran code matching is not necessary depending on the presetting), the transceiver will automatically transmit. ➥ when a remote monitor command is received...

  • Page 37: Transmitting A Call

    28 4 idas operation 4 ■ transmitting a call idas operation allows you to make a call to a specific station (in- dividual call) or to a particular group (talkgroup call). Other digital mode transceivers on the channel will not receive a call that does not match their individual or talkgroup id and/or...

  • Page 38

    29 4 idas operation important: it is recommended to set an emergency channel individually to provide the certain emergency call operation. Note: the digital request ack function is activated, the trans- ceiver transmits the emergency call with the request to send back an acknowledgment..

  • Page 39: Position Data Transmission

    30 4 idas operation 4 ■ position data transmission when an optional hm-171gp or any other gps receiver is con- nected to the transceiver, the position (longitude and latitude) data can be transmitted automatically when; • after sending a status call - set the ‘send with status call’ item as ‘enable....

  • Page 40: Battery Charging

    31 battery charging ■ caution (for the bp-264 n i - mh battery ) r danger! Keep battery packs away from fire. Fire or heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of an used battery pack according to local ordinances and/or regulations. R danger! Never immerse the battery pack in water. If the...

  • Page 41: Never Use Other

    32 5 battery charging 5 if your ni-mh battery pack seems to have no capacity, even after being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power on overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery pack still does not retain a charge (or only very little charge), a new battery...

  • Page 42: Caution

    ■ caution (for the bp-265 li-ion battery ) d battery caution r danger! Do not hammer or otherwise impact the battery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside of the ca...

  • Page 43

    34 5 battery charging 5 r danger! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean water, without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately. R warning! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or ...

  • Page 44: D Charging Caution

    35 5 battery charging be sure to replace the battery pack with a new one approximately five years after manufacturing, even if it still holds a charge. The inside battery material will become weak after a period of time, even with little use. The estimated number of times you can charge the battery ...

  • Page 45: Battery Chargers

    36 5 battery charging 5 ■ battery chargers d using the bc-191 to rapid charge the bp-264 the bc-191 provides rapid charging of the ni-mh battery pack (bp-264 only). Never use for any other battery pack. Charging time for the bp-264: approximately 2 hours. The following item is additionally required:...

  • Page 46

    37 5 battery charging d using the bc-192 to regular charge the bp-264 the bc-192 provides regular charging of the ni-mh battery pack (bp-264 only). Never use for any other battery pack. Charging time for the bp-264 (with bc-147s): approximately 16 hours. The following item is additionally required: ...

  • Page 47

    38 5 battery charging 5 d using the bc-193 to rapid charge the bp-265 the bc-193 provides rapid charging of the li-ion battery pack (bp-265 only). Never use for any other battery pack. Charging time for the bp-265: approximately 2.5 hours. The following item is additionally required: • a power adapt...

  • Page 48: Bp-265

    39 5 battery charging d using the bc-197 to rapid charge the bp-264 or bp-265 the bc-197 rapidly charges up to six battery packs. Charging time for the bp-264: approximately 2 hours. Charging time for the bp-265: approximately 2.5 hours. The following additional item is required: • a power adapter (...

  • Page 49: Bc-197 Charger Type

    40 5 battery charging 5 there are two types of bc-197 chargers for the ic-f3100d series or ic-f4100d series; one is for ni-mh batteries, and the other is for li-ion batteries. Before you purchase a bc-197, check the type of battery you are using, and then be sure to choose the suitable charger. Bc-1...

  • Page 50: Important:

    41 5 battery charging important: ensure the tabs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger. Guide rail tabs bc-191, bc-192, bc-193.

  • Page 51: Caution:

    ■ optional battery case (bp-263) when using the optional battery case, install 6 × aa (lr6) size alkaline batteries, as illustrated below. Q remove the battery case, if it is attached. (pp. 3, 4) w install 6 × aa (lr6) size alkaline batteries. • install only alkaline batteries. • be sure to observe ...

  • Page 52: D Battery Pack

    D battery pack battery pack voltage capacity battery life* 1 bp-263 battery case for aa (lr6) × 6 alkaline —* 2 bp-264 7.2 v 1400 mah (typ.) vhf 12 hrs. Uhf 11.3 hrs. Bp-265 7.4 v 1900 mah (min.) 2000 mah (typ.) vhf 17.5 hrs. Uhf 16.1 hrs. * 1 when the power save function is turned on, and the opera...

  • Page 53: •   Bc-197

    44 7 options 7 • bc-197 multi - charger for rapid simultaneously charging of up to six battery packs. A power adapter may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version. There are two types of bc-197 chargers for the ic- f3100d/ic-f4100d series. Bc-197 charger type chargeable battery chargin...

  • Page 54: D Other Options

    45 7 options d other options • ad-98fsc antenna connector converter allows you to connect an external antenna with a bnc connector. • hm-158l/hm-159l speaker - microphone combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while hanging the transceiver on your belt. • hm-171gp speaker ...

  • Page 55: Vox Function

    46 7 options 7 ■ vox function the transceiver has a vox function, which allows you hands-free operation. An optional headset (hs-94/hs-95/hs-97) and a plug adapter cable (opc-2004) are additionally required for operation. • the vox (voice operated transmission) function starts transmitting when you ...

  • Page 56: [Vol]

    47 7 options d turning the vox function on or off the vox function can be turned on or off when turning the trans- ceiver power on. Q rotate [vol] to turn the trans- ceiver power off. W set [rotary selector] to any channel other than chan- nel 16. E while holding down [ptt] and [upper], rotate [vol]...

  • Page 57: D Setting The Vox Gain

    48 7 options 7 d setting the vox gain the vox sensitivity level can be adjusted from 1 (minimum) to 10 (maximum). Q connect the optional headset (hs-94, hs-95 or hs-97) and opc-2004. (p. 46) w rotate [vol] to t urn the trans- ceiver power off. E set [rotary selector] to channel 16. R while holding d...

  • Page 58: W Arning

    W arning your 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 indi- viduals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This rad...

  • Page 59: Occupational/controlled Use

    50 8 safety training information 8 • do not operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed fcc rf exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or antenna specifically authorized by t...

  • Page 60: Avertissement

    51 information en matiÈre de sÉcuritÉ avertissement votre radio icom produit une énergie électromagnéti- que de radiofréquences (rf), en mode de transmis- sion. Cette radio est conçue pour un «usage professionnel seulement» et classée comme tel, ce qui signifie qu’elle doit être utilisée uniquement ...

  • Page 61

    52 8 information en matiÈre de sÉcuritÉ 8 • ne pas faire fonctionner la radio sans qu’une antenne appropriée y soit fixée, car ceci risque d’endommager la radio et causer une exposition su- périeure aux limites établies par la fcc. L’antenne appropriée est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par ...

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    Memo.

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    Memo.

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    1-1-32 kamiminami, hirano-ku, osaka 547-0003, japan a-6884d-1ex-t printed in japan © 2010–2016 icom inc. Printed on recycled paper with soy ink..