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Icom IC-M36 Instruction Manual
Summary of IC-M36
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Instruction manual im36 vhf marine transceiver this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference..
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I 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 dur- ing the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This r...
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Ii in case of emergency recommendation if your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the coast guard by sending a distress call on channel 16. ❍ using channel 16 distress call procedure 1. “mayday mayday mayday.” 2. “this is ……………… ” (name of vessel) 3. Your call sign or other indica...
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Foreword thank you for purchasing this icom radio. The ic-m36 vhf ma - rine transceiver is designed and built with icom’s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this radio should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. Important read all instructions carefully and ...
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Iv rwarning! Never connect the transceiver to an ac outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. Rwarning! Never hold the transceiver so that the antenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmit- ting. The trans...
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V safety training information ................................................. I in case of emergency ............................................................. Ii recommendation ....................................................................... Ii foreword ....................................
Page 7: Operating Rules
D priorities • read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others. • you must monitor channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. • false or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under la...
Page 8: Supplied Accessories
2 supplied accessories and attachments 2 ■ supplied accessories battery pack handstrap belt clip battery charger (with 2 screws) antenna ac adapter (bc-147sa or bc- 174e depending on version) ■ attachments d flexible antenna connect the supplied flexible an- tenna to the antenna connector. Caution! ...
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Screw position when removing battery screw position when attaching battery make sure the rubber seal (purple) is properly seated in the groove and dust or other material does not adhere to it. Battery pack battery pack rubber seal groove correct position incorrect position note: when attaching a bat...
Page 10: Panel Description
4 panel description 3 ■ front, top and side panels function display (pgs. 6, 7) speaker y t r e u q w !1 o i !0 microphone !2 q speaker-microphone connector [sp mic] (p. 25) connects the optional external speaker-microphone. Note: attach the [sp mic] cap when the optional speaker-microphone is not u...
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T volume/squelch/monitor key [vol/sql moni] ➥ enters the volume adjustment mode by the first push- ing. (p. 11) ➥ enters the squelch adjustment mode by the second push- ing. (p. 12) ➥ exits the adjustment mode by the third pushing. ➥ push and hold for 1 sec. To activate the monitor func- tion. (p. 1...
Page 12: Function Display
6 3 panel description ■ function display !5 !3 !4 i u o !2 !1 !0 !8 !6 q e r y t w !7 q transmit indicator (p. 10) appears while transmitting. W busy indicator ➥ appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. (p. 10) ➥ blinks while monitoring. (p. 13) e tag channel indicator (p. 15) appe...
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!1 squelch level indicator shows the squelch level. !2 volume level indicator ➥ shows the volume level. ➥ the bars appear in ascending order repeatedly when the loud function is activated. (p. 12) ➥ blinks while the volume mute is activated. (p. 12) !3 volume level adjusting indicator (p. 11) ➥ blin...
Page 14: Basic Operation
8 basic operation 4 ■ channel selection important!: prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power off while charging. D channel 16 channel 16 is the distress and safety chan...
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D u.S.A., international and canadian channels the transceiver is pre-programmed with 59 u.S.A., 59 inter- national and 63 canadian channels. These channel groups may be specified for the operating area. Q push [ch/wx u/i/c] to select a regular channel. • if a weather channel appears, push [ch/wx u/i...
Page 16: Receiving and Transmitting
10 4 basic operation ■ receiving and transmitting caution: transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. Q push and hold [ ] to turn power on. W set the volume and squelch levels. You can enter each adjust mode with [vol/sql moni]. ➥ enter the squelch adjust mode, and push [z] several ...
Page 17: Call Channel Programming
■ call channel programming call channel is used to access channel 9 (default), however, you can program the call channel with your most often-used channels in each channel group for quick recall. Q push and hold [ch/wx u/i/c] for 1 sec. Several times to select the desired channel group (u.S.A., inte...
Page 18: Volume Loud Function
12 4 basic operation ■ volume loud function the volume loud function can be activated temporarily by pushing [loud mute]. Q push [loud mute] to activate the volume loud function. • the volume level is set to the maximum level (level 31). • the bars of the volume level indicator appears in ascending ...
Page 19: Lock Function
■ lock function this function electronically locks all keys (except for [ptt], [vol/sql moni], [loud mute], [hi/lo ] and [y]/[z]*) to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. * in the volume or squelch adjustment mode only. ➥ push and hold [hi/lo ] for 1 sec. To turn the lock func- ti...
Page 20: Scan Operation
14 scan operation 5 ■ scan types scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and normal scan. In addition, the weather alert and auto scan functions are available for standby convenience. These functions can be activated simul...
Page 21: Setting Tag Channels
■ setting tag channels for more efficient scanning, add the desired channels as tag channels or clear the tag for unwanted channels. Channels that are not tagged will be skipped during scan- ning. Tag channels can be assigned to each channel group (u.S.A., international and canada) independently. Q ...
Page 22: Dualwatch/tri-Watch
16 dualwatch/tri-watch 6 ■ description dualwatch monitors channel 16 while you are receiving on another channel; tri-watch monitors channel 16 and the call channel while receiving another channel. Dualwatch/tri- watch is convenient for monitoring channel 16 when you are operating on another channel....
Page 23: Set Mode Programming
■ set mode programming set mode is used to change the conditions of transceiver's functions: beep tone function, weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer, auto scan function, dual/ tri-watch function, monitor key action, automatic backlight- ing, lcd contrast setting, power ...
Page 24: Set Mode Items
18 7 set mode ■ set mode items d beep tone function “bp” select the key touch beep sound from on or us, or turn sound off. • us : the preset beeps (e.G. Do, re, mi) sound • on : a fixed beep sounds (default) • off : for silent operation d weather alert function “al” a noaa broadcast station transmit...
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D auto scan function “as” the auto scan function starts normal or priority scan auto- matically when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 30 sec. Push auto scan off (default) auto scan on d dual/tri-watch function “dt” this item can be set as dual or tri-watch. (p. 16) d monitor ...
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20 7 set mode d power save function “ps” the power save function reduces current drain by deactivat- ing the receiver circuit for preset intervals. • on : the power save function is turned on. The power save function will be activated when no signal is re- ceived, and no operation is performed for 5...
Page 27: Battery Charging
21 8 battery charging 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 ■ battery caution misuse of lithium-ion batteries may result in the follow- ing 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 char...
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22 8 battery charging 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 dis- tributor. Warning! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into cont...
Page 29: Supplied Battery Charger
23 8 battery charging 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 ■ supplied battery charger ï charging connections do not charge batteries other than the bp-252. Q attach the bc-173 to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired. W connect the ac adapter as shown below. E insert the battery pack with/w...
Page 30: Optional Battery Charger
24 8 battery charging ■ optional battery charger d bc-162 installation supplied screws supplied screws • to a desktop • to a wall • for added stability eyelet: use a rubber band to secure the transceiver, if desired. D charging q connect the ac adapter as shown below. W insert the battery pack with/...
Page 31: Optional Speaker-Microphone
25 9 optional speaker-microphone 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 ■ hm-165. Descriptions ptt switch transmits during push. Receives during release. Microphone speaker alligator type clip to attach the speaker-mic. To your shirt or collar, etc. Turn the transceiver power off when connecting t...
Page 32: Troubleshooting
26 troubleshooting 10 problem possible cause solution ref. The transceiver does not turn on. • the battery is exhausted. • the battery pack is not attached cor- rectly. • recharge the battery pack. • attach the battery pack correctly. P. 23 p. 3 no sound from speaker. • squelch level is too high. • ...
Page 33: Vhf Marine Channel List
27 11 vhf marine channel list 1 2 3 4 5. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15. 16 note: simplex channels, 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 cannot be lawfully used by the general public in u.S.A. Waters. * low power only. Channel number frequency (mhz) 03 156.150 160.750 03 03a 156.150 156.150 156.200 160.800 0...
Page 34: Specifications and Options
28 specifications and options 12 ■ specifications ï general • frequency coverage : transmit 156.025–157.425 mhz receive 156.050–163.275 mhz • mode : fm (16k0g3e) • power supply requirement : bp-251 and bp-252 only • current drain (at 7.4 v dc) : tx (6 w/1 w) 1.5 a/0.7 a typical max. Audio 0.3 a typi...
Page 35: Fcc Information
29 13 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 reason- able protection again...
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1-1-32 kamiminami, hirano-ku, osaka 547-0003, japan a-6710h-1ex printed in japan © 2008 icom inc. Printed on recycled paper with soy ink..