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Icom IC-F70DS Instruction Manual
Summary of IC-F70DS
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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. If80dt/ds uhf transceiver if80t/s the photo shows the ic-f70dt/t or ic-f80dt/t. If70dt/ds vhf transceiver if70t/s.
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I important read all instructions carefully and com- pletely before using the transceiver. Save this instruction manual — this instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the ic-f70dt/f70ds/f70t/f70s vhf transceivers and ic-f80dt/f80ds/f80t/f80s uhf transceivers. Explicit defini...
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Caution! Never hold the transceiver so that the an- tenna 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 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 in.) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. Cauti...
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Iii table of contents important .......................................................................... I explicit definitions ....................................................... I about apco project 25 ................................................ I about fm approved ........................
Page 5: Accessories
1 accessories 1 ■ supplied accessories the following accessories are supplied: qty. Q flexible antenna .............................................................. 1 w battery pack .................................................................... 1 e belt clip .....................................
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2 1 accessories d 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: slide the battery release b...
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1 accessories d connector cover attach the connector cover when the optional speaker-micro- phone is not used. To attach the connector cover: q insert the connector cover into the multi-connector. W tighten the screw. To detach the connector cover: e unscrew the screw using a phillips screwdriver. R...
Page 8: Panel Description
4 2 panel description ■ front panel q !2 !1 !0 w e r t speaker microphone o y u i q volume control [vol] rotate to turn the power on/off and adjusts the audio level. W rotary selector rotate to select the pre-programmed memory channels or the operating zone. (depending on the pre-setting) e antenna ...
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O 10-keypad (ic-f70dt/f70t or ic-f80dt/f80t only) the keypad allows you to enter digits to: • select memory channels, tone channels and dtmf codes (dur- ing transmission). • start up with a password. • set the individual id code for digital operation. • set tx codes. !0 monitor switch ➥ mute and rel...
Page 10: Function Display
6 2 panel description ■ function display q t i u y r e w o !0 q signal strength indicator indicates relative signal strength level. W low power indicator appears when low output power is selected. E audible indicator ➥ appears when the channel is in the ‘audible’ (unmute) condition. ➥ appears when t...
Page 11: Programmable Function Keys
■ programmable function keys the following functions can be assigned to [emergency], [up], [down], [monitor], [p0], [p1], [p2] and [p3] pro- grammable function keys. Consult your icom dealer or system operator for details con- cerning your transceivers programming. If the programmable function names...
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8 2 panel description scan add/del (tag) key “scad” push to add or delete the selected channel to/from the scan group. Prio a/b keys “pra”/“prar”/“prb”/“prbr” ➥ push to select priority a or priority b channel. ➥ push and hold [prio a (rewrite)] or [prio b (rewrite)] to rewrite the priority a or prio...
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Dtmf autodial key “dtma” ➥ push to enter the dtmf channel selection mode. Then select the desired dtmf channel using [ch up]/[ch down]. ➥ after selecting the desired dtmf channel, push this key to transmit the dtmf code. Call keys “call”/“cala”/“calb” push to transmit a 2/5-tone id code. • call tran...
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10 2 panel description compander key “comp” push to toggle the compander function on and off. The compander function reduces noise components from the transmitted audio to provide clear communication. User set mode key “set” ➥ push and hold to enter user set mode. • during user set mode, push this k...
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Scrambler/encryption key “s/d” (lmr (p25 conventional) operation only) ➥ while in the analog mode operation, push to toggle the voice scrambler function on and off. ➥ while in the digital mode operation, push to toggle the en- cryption transmission function on and off. ➥ while in the mixed (digital ...
Page 16: Basic Operation
12 3 basic operation ■ 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. 19) q rotate [vol] to turn the power on. W if the transceiver is programmed for a start up password, input the digit codes as directed...
Page 17: Call Procedure
■ 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 selective calling system which allows you to call specific station(s) only and prevent unwanted stations from co...
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14 3 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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D tx code number edit (pmr operation only) 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 des...
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16 3 basic operation d individual id code selection (digital mode operation only) if the transceiver has [individual] assigned to it, the indication can be toggled between the operating channel number (or name) and individual id code (or name). When the individual id code (or name) is displayed, [ch...
Page 21: User Set Mode
■ user set mode user set mode is accessed at power on and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this case you can “custom- ize” the transceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the user set mode: q while pushing and holding [p1] and [p2], rotate [vol] to turn ...
Page 22: Scrambler Function
18 3 basic operation ■ scrambler function the voice scrambler function provides private communication between stations. The frequency inversion type is equipped to all versions, moreover, the optional rolling or non-rolling type can be available. Q push [scrambler] to turn the scrambler function on....
Page 23: Battery Charging
4 battery charging 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 ■ caution misuse of lithium-ion batteries may result in the fol- lowing hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degra- dation of battery performance. • r danger! Use and charge only ...
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20 4 battery charging • r warning! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your icom dealer or distributor. • r warning! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes int...
Page 25: Optional Battery Chargers
21 4 battery charging 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 ■ optional battery chargers note: see each instruction manual for details of the char- ger led indication, operation, etc. D ad-110 installation the ad-110 charger adapter must be installed into the bc- 119n or bc-121n before battery charg...
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D rapid charging with the bc-121n+ad-110 the optional bc-121n allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following items are additionally required. • six ad-110 charger adapters • an ac adapter (bc-157) or the dc power cable (opc-656) multi -cha rger dc power cable (opc-656) (con...
Page 27: Battery Case
■ optional battery case (bp-237) when using the optional battery case attached to the trans- ceiver, install 6 × aa (lr6) size alkaline batteries as illus- trated at right. Q hook your finger under the latch, and open the cover in the direction of the arrow (q). (fig.1) w then, install 6 × aa (lr6) ...
Page 28: Swivel Belt Clip
24 6 swivel belt clip ■ mb-93 contents qty. Q belt clip ........................................................................... 1 w base clip ......................................................................... 1 q w ■ to attach q release the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 2) w slide t...
Page 29: To Detach
25 6 swivel belt clip 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 ■ 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. 2) e pinch the clip (q), and slide the base clip in the direction of the arrow ...
Page 30: Optional Hm-138 Description
■ optional hm-138 description alligator type clip to attach the speaker-mic. To your shirt or collar, etc. Ptt switch transmits while pushed receives while released microphone speaker never immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes wet, be sure to dry it before attaching it to the tra...
Page 31: Options
27 8 options 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 d battery packs and case battery pack voltage capacity battery life* 3 bp-253* 1 7.4 v 1570 mah (min.) 1650 mah (typ.) 8 hrs. Bp-254/fm* 1 7.4 v 2900 mah (min.) 3040 mah (typ.) 14.5 hrs. Bp-237* 2 battery case for a6 × aa (lr6) alkaline —* 4 * 1 th...
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D other options • hm-138/hm-168is/hm-169 speaker - microphones hm-138 : full-sized speaker-microphones. The hm-138 is waterproof protection*. When it is connected, the transceiver's waterproof rating is equivalent to ipx7. Hm-168is : compact type speaker-microphone. Intrinsically safe version. The h...
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29 8 options 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 d about vs-1sc vox / ptt case the vs-1sc is a vox/ptt unit for icom handheld transceiv- ers, and allows you hands-free operation. An optional headset (hs-94, etc.) is required for operation. • the vox (voice operated transmission) function starts t...
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30 8 options • vox delay the vox delay time can be set from 0.5 to 3.0 sec. (0.5 sec. Step) for a convenient interval before returning to receive. 0.5 sec (min.) (default) x txc set 3.0 sec (max.) x txc set [up] push [down] note: mic/vox gain can be adjusted via the adjusting pot using a thin screw ...
Page 35: Safety Training Information
31 9 safety training information 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 your icom radio generates rf electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is de- signed for and classified as “occupational use only”, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware ...
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Electromagnetic interference/compatibility during transmissions, your icom radio generates rf en- ergy 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 operate the transmitter in areas ...
Page 37: Fcc Information
33 10 fcc information 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 • 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 agains...
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Memo.
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Memo 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16.
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