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Icom IC-F43TR Instruction Manual
Summary of IC-F43TR
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Instruction manual if43tr uhf trunked radio (ltr ® /passport version) this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. !Ic-f43tr-1.Qxd 04.3.17 9:21 am page a (1,1).
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I explicit definitions r caution! Never hold the transceiver so that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 2 to 4 in. (5 to 10 cm) away from the lips and the transce...
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Ii do not modify the transceiver for any reason. Keep the transceiver from the heavy rain, and never immerse it in the water. The transceiver construction is water resistant, not waterproof. The use of non-icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty. Fo...
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Iii important ........................................................................ I explicit definitions ..................................................... I precaution ..................................................................... I table of contents ....................................
Page 5: Accessories
1 1 accessories ■ supplied accessories the following accessories are supplied: qty. Q flexible antenna ……………………………………………1 w battery pack …………………………………………………1 e belt clip ………………………………………………………1 r jack cover (with screws) ………………………………1 set ■ accessory attachments d flexible antenna connect the supplie...
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2 1 accessories ï battery pack to attach the battery pack: slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow ( q), then lock it with the battery release button. • slide the battery pack until the battery release button makes a ‘click’ sound. To release the battery pack: push the battery release b...
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3 1 accessories ï jack cover attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone is not used. Q w q w to attach the jack cover: q attach the jack cover on the [sp mic] connector. W tighten the screws. To detach the jack cover: q unscrew the screw with a phillips screwdriver. W detach the jack...
Page 8: Panel Description
4 2 panel description ■ front panel q rotary selector selects the pre-programmed system channels or talk groups (max. 16) on the ltr/passport system. (depending on the pre-setting) w volume control [vol] turns power on and adjusts the audio level. E emergency key push to transmit the dtmf emergency ...
Page 9: ■ Function Display
5 2 panel description ■ function display q transmit indicator appears while transmitting. W busy indicator appears while the channel is busy. E signal strength indicator ➥ indicates relative signal strength level. ➥ does not appear when the transceiver is out of the com- munication area on the passp...
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6 2 panel description ■ programmable function keys the following functions can be assigned to [p0], [p1], [p2], [p3], [emergency], [monitor], [ m m]* and [#]* programmable function keys. Consult your icom dealer or system operator for details con- cerning your transceivers programming. If the progra...
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7 2 panel description monitor key push to mute and release the ctcss (dtcs) squelch mute. Open squelch/deactivate mute while pushing this key. Nuisance delete key push to cancel the displayed channel from the scan list in the talk group. Scan type key push to toggle the scan type from individual or ...
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8 2 panel description roam request key ➥ push to return to the home site. ➥ push and hold to start roaming. Site lock key push to turn the site lock function on and off. This function inhibits automatic roaming, and can be useful when the transceiver is out of the communication area such as on a sub...
Page 13: Basic Operation
9 3 basic operation ■ turning power on q rotate [vol] to turn the power on. W if the transceiver is programmed for a start up passcode, input the digit codes as directed by your dealer. • the keys in the table below can be used for password input: • the transceiver detects numbers in the same block ...
Page 14: Passport Operation
10 4 passport operation ■ receiving a call d group call q push [up] or [down], or rotate [rotary selector] to select the passport system channel or talk group. W when a call is received; • “ ” and the calling station name/id appear. E push and hold [ptt], then speak into the microphone at a normal v...
Page 15: ■ Transmitting A Call
11 4 passport operation ■ transmitting a call d group call q push [up] or [down], or rotate [rotary selector] to select the passport system channel or talk group in which the group id is pre-programmed. W while pushing and holding [ptt], speak into the micro- phone at a normal voice level after a be...
Page 16: ■ Other Functions
12 4 passport operation ■ other functions d manual roaming start function if the transceiver has [roam request] assigned to it, you can start roaming manually to search for another site. Q push [up] or [down], or rotate [rotary selector] to select the passport system channel or talk group. W push an...
Page 17: Ltr Operation
13 5 ltr operation ■ receiving a call d group call q push [up] or [down], or rotate [rotary selector] to select the ltr system channel or talk group. W when a call is received; • “ ” and the calling station name/id appear. E push and hold [ptt], then speak into the microphone at a normal voice level...
Page 18: ■ Transmitting A Call
14 5 ltr operation ■ transmitting a call d group call q push [up] or [down], or rotate [rotary selector] to select the ltr system channel or talk group. W while pushing and holding [ptt], speak into the micro- phone at a normal voice level after a beep is emitted. • if an error beep is emitted, rele...
Page 19: Conventional Operation
15 6 conventional operation ■ receiving and transmitting note: transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. See p. 1 for antenna attachment. Receiving: q rotate [vol] to turn the power on. W push [up] or [down], or rotate [rotary selector] to select the conventional system channel, in...
Page 20: ■ User Set Mode
16 6 conventional operation d dtmf receiving and transmitting —optional ut-108 is required— if the transceiver has [send dtmf] assigned to it, a dtmf encode channel is displayed when pushed, and assigned dtmf encode channels can be selected via [up] or [down]. Receiving: q push [up] or [down], or ro...
Page 21: ■ Emergency Transmission
17 6 conventional operation ■ emergency transmission when [emergency], [emergency single] or [emergency repeat] is pushed, an emergency signal is automatically transmitted for the specified time period. When [emergency] is pushed, the dtmf emergency signal is transmitted on the priority channel. Whe...
Page 22: Optional Unit Installation
18 7 optional unit installation ■ ut-113 installation install the optional ut-113 man down unit as follows: q rotate [vol] to turn the power off, and remove the bat- tery pack. (p. 2) w remove the unit cover. Note: use a flat head screw driver or a similar flat instrument, and insert into the hollow...
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19 7 optional unit installation ■ ut-109 and ut-110 installation install the optional ut-109/ut-110 scrambler units as fol- lows: q rotate [vol] to turn the power off, and remove the bat- tery pack. (p. 2) w remove the unit cover as shown on p. 18 (ut-113 instal- lation). E cut the pattern on the pc...
Page 24: Battery Charging
20 8 battery charging ■ battery charging prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. Caution: to avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power off while charging. • recommended temperature range for charging: +10°c to +4...
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21 8 battery charging ■ optional battery chargers ï ad-106 installation q install the ad-106 desktop charger adapter into the holder space of the bc-119n/121n. W connect the plugs of the bc-119n/121n to the ad-106 desktop charger adapter with the connector, then install the adapter into the charger ...
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22 8 battery charging ï rapid charging with the bc-121n+ad-106 the optional bc-121n allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following are additionally required. • six ad-106 charger adapters • an ac adapter (bc-124) important: ensure the sides of the battery pack are cor- rect...
Page 27: Swivel Belt Clip
23 9 swivel belt clip ■ mb-93 contents qty. Q belt clip ……………………………………………………… 1 w base clip …………………………………………………… 1 ■ to attach q release the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 1) w slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow. E clip the belt clip to a part of your belt. And insert the trans- ...
Page 28: ■ To Detach
24 9 swivel belt clip ■ to detach q turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the arrow and pull out from the belt clip. W release the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 1) e pinch the clip ( q), and slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow ( w). R r caution! Hold the transceive...
Page 29: Options
25 10 options d battery pack • bp-230 li-ion battery pack 7.4 v/800 mah li-ion battery pack, allows more than 4 hours oper- ation. • bp-231 li-ion battery pack 7.4 v/1150 mah li-ion battery pack, allows more than 6 hours oper- ation. • bp-232 li-ion battery pack 7.4 v/2000 mah li-ion battery pack, a...
Page 30: Safety Training Information
26 11 safety training information 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 individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize...
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27 11 safety training information electromagnetic interference/compatibility during transmissions, your icom radio generates rf energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. Do not o...
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1-1-32 kamiminami, hirano-ku, osaka 547-0003, japan a-6344h-1ex-q printed in japan © 2004 icom inc. !Ic-f43tr-1.Qxd 04.3.17 9:21 am page z (1,1).