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Icom IC-R6 Instruction Manual

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Summary of IC-R6

  • Page 1

    Instruction manual ir6 communications receiver this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may caus...

  • Page 2: D Features

    I foreword thank you for purchasing this icom product. The ic-r6 communications receiver is designed and built with icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. We want to take a moment of your time to thank you...

  • Page 3: Rwarning! Never

    Ii rwarning! Never operate the receiver with a earphone, headphones or other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use. Rwarning! Never operate the rec...

  • Page 4: Caution:

    Iii 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 reason- able protection against harmful interference in a residential...

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    Iv 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 table of contents foreword ………………………………………………… i important ………………………………………………… i explicit definitions …………………………………… i precautions ……………………………………………… ii fcc information ……………………………………… iii operating theory …………………………………...

  • Page 6

    V 7 priority watch ……………………………… 36–38 „ priority watch types…………………………………… 36 „ priority watch operation ……………………………… 37 8 tone squelch and pocket beep ……… 39–41 „ tone/dtcs squelch operation ……………………… 39 „ tone squelch frequency/dtcs code setting ……… 40 „ dtcs polarity setting ………………………………… 41 „ to...

  • Page 7: N Preparation

    N preparation d battery installation q remove the batter y cover from the receiver. W install 2 r6(aa) size ni-mh or alkaline cell batteries. • be sure to observe the correct polarity. • charge the ni-mh bat- teries before use. (see p.Iii for charging instruc- tions.) keep the battery terminals clea...

  • Page 8: D Charging The Battery

    Ii quick reference guide d charging the battery ic-r6 cp-18a/e cigarette lighter cable with dc-dc converter ac adapter to a cigarette lighter socket the shape may differ depending on the version. To an ac outlet to the [dc4.5v] jack q install the ni-mh batteries. W plug the optional ac adapter into ...

  • Page 9: Quic

    Iii quick reference guide quic k ref erence guide now that you have your ic-r6 ready, you are probably ex- cited to start listening. We would like to take you through a few basic operation steps to make your first “listennig expe- rience” enjoyable. D about the default settings the [dial] control fu...

  • Page 10: N Memory Programming

    Iv quick reference guide n your first scanning experience (continued) 5. Receive mode selection ± push [mode] repeatedly to select a desired receive mode. • the fm, wfm or am is selectable. N memory programming the ic-r6 has a total of 1300 memory channels for stor- ing often used receive frequency,...

  • Page 11: N Programmed Scan Operation

    V quick reference guide n programmed scan operation 25 pairs, 50 channels of memories are used for programmed scan operation, that specifies a scanning ranges. The pro- grammed scan scans between “xxa” and “xxb” (xx=00 to 24) frequencies. Therefore, before operating the programmed scan, different fr...

  • Page 12

    Vi quick reference guide d starting scan 1. Select the vfo mode. Push [v/m] to select the vfo mode for a vfo scan opera- tion, such as full scan, band scan and programmed scan. • select the memory mode by pushing [v/m] again for a memory scan operation, such as all memory scan, bank link scan or ban...

  • Page 13: Quic

    Vii quick reference guide 3. Starting scan push [scan](mode) to start the scan. • rotate [dial] to change the scanning direction. • full/band scan • program link program scan • all memory/all bank bank link scan • bank scan in the vfo mode in the memory mode 4. Cancelling scan push [scan](mode) agai...

  • Page 14: Panel Description

    1 panel description 1 n front, top and side panels !2 !0 u t r e w !1 q function display (pp 3, 4) speaker o i y q antenna connector (p. I) connect the supplied antenna. • an optional ad-92sma is available for connecting an antenna with a bnc connector. W function key [func] while holding down this ...

  • Page 15

    2 1 panel description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 y tuning step • set • dial exchange key [ts] • [set](ts) • [ ](ts)] ± push to enter tuning step selecting mode. (p. 9) ± hold down for 1 second to enter the set mode. (p. 39) ± while holding down [func], push to exchange the [dial] and [s]...

  • Page 16: N Function Display

    3 1 panel description q battery icon ± both segments appear when the batteries have ample capacity. • they do not appear when operating with an external power source. ± only the right segment “ ” appears when the batter- ies have less than half capacity. ± scrolls while charging the rechargeable bat...

  • Page 17

    4 1 panel description 1 y auto write channel icon (p. 29) appears when an auto write channel is selected. U skip icons (p. 30) ± “skip” appears when the selected memory channel is specified as a skip channel. ± “pskip” appears when the displayed frequency is specified as a skip frequency. I priority...

  • Page 18: Battery Charging

    5 battery charging 2 n battery installation before installing, or replacing the batteries, hold down [ ] for 1 second to turn the power off. Q remove the battery cover from the receiver. Latch w install 2 r6 (aa) size ni-mh batteries. • be sure to observe the correct polarity. N caution • r danger! ...

  • Page 19: D Charging Caution

    6 2 battery charging 2 • caution: shorter battery life could occur if the batteries are left completely discharged, or in an excessive temper- ature environment (above +55˚c; +131˚f) for an extended period of time. If the batteries must be left unused for a long time, they must be detached from the ...

  • Page 20: N Battery Charging

    7 2 battery charging n battery charging d charging connections ic-r6 cp-18a/e cigarette lighter cable with dc-dc converter ac adapter to a cigarette lighter socket the shape may differ depending on the version. To an ac outlet to the [dc4.5v] jack • charging periods: approx. 15 hours rwarning!: neve...

  • Page 21: D Charge Adapter Bc-194

    8 2 battery charging 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 • the charging confirmation is displayed. U rotate [dial] to select “y,” then push [band] to start the battery charging. Rotate then, push • the battery icon scrolls during charge. • both segments blink when completely charged. • it takes a...

  • Page 22: N Vfo and Memory Channels

    9 frequency and channel setting 3 n vfo and memory channels the ic-r6 has 2 normal operating modes: the vfo mode and the memory mode. The vfo mode is used for a desired frequency setting within the frequency coverage. ± push [v/m] to select the vfo mode. T h e m e m o r y m o d e i s u s e d f o r q...

  • Page 23

    10 3 frequency and channel setting 3 • available frequency bands am broadcast band hf band 50 mhz band 800 mhz band 400 mhz band fm broadcast band vhf air band 144 mhz band 300 mhz band weather channels* 1200 mhz band : push : while holding down , rotate the actual frequencies may differ, depending ...

  • Page 24: N Setting A Frequency

    11 3 frequency and channel setting n setting a frequency q push [v/m] to select the vfo mode, if necessary. W select a desired frequency band with [band]. • or, while holding down [band], rotate the [dial] to select a desired frequency band. E rotate [dial] to select a desired frequency band. • the ...

  • Page 25: N Lock Function

    12 3 frequency and channel setting 3 n selecting a memory channel q push [v/m] to select the memory mode. • “ ” appears when the memory mode is selected. W rotate [dial] to select a desired memory channel. • only programmed memory channels can be selected. • while holding down [func], rotate [dial] ...

  • Page 26: Basic Operation

    13 basic operation 4 n receiving make sure charged ni-mh or brand new alkaline batteries are installed (p. 5). Q hold down [ ] for 1 second to turn power on. W push [s] or [t] to set a desired audio level. • the function display shows the volume level while setting. See the section to the right for ...

  • Page 27: N Squelch Level Setting

    14 4 basic operation 4 n squelch level setting the squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal, depend- ing on the signal strength. The receiver has 9 squelch levels, a continuously open setting and an automatic squelch set- ting. ± while holding down [sql], rotate [dial] to select the squelch l...

  • Page 28: N Monitor Function

    N monitor function this function is used to listen to weak signals, without dis- turbing the squelch setting. It can also be used to open the squelch manually, even when mute functions such as the tone squelch are in use. ± hold down [sql] to monitor the receive frequency. • the 1st segment of the s...

  • Page 29: N Duplex Operation

    16 4 basic operation 4 duplex communication uses 2 different frequencies for trans- mitting and receiving. Generally, duplex is used in communi- cation through a repeater, some utility communications, etc. During duplex operation, the transmit station frequency is shifted from the receive station fr...

  • Page 30: N Dial Select Step

    17 4 basic operation n dial select step [ this receiver has a 1 mhz tuning step for quick frequency setting. You can select 100 khz, 1 mhz or 10 mhz steps, as desired. D setting dial select step q push [v/m] to select the vfo mode. W hold down [set](ts) for 1 second to enter the set mode. E rotate [...

  • Page 31: Memory Channels

    18 5 memory channels 4 5 n general description the receiver has 1350 memory channels, including 50 scan edge memory channels (25 pairs) for storage of often-used frequencies. A total of 18 memory banks, a to r, t, u, w and y can be selected. Up to 100 channels can be assigned to each bank. D memory ...

  • Page 32

    19 5 memory channels n memory channel programming q push [v/m] to select the vfo mode. W set a desired frequency: ± select a desired band with [band]. ± set a desired frequency with [dial]. ± set other data (e.G. Frequency offset, duplex direction, tone squelch, etc.) , if desired. E hold down [s.Mw...

  • Page 33: N Memory Bank Setting

    20 5 memory channels 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 n memory bank setting the ic-r6 has a total of 22 banks (a to r, t, u, w and y) . Regular memory channels 000 to 1299, and scan edge memory channels 00a to 24b, can be assigned to any desired bank, for easy memory management. Q hold down [s...

  • Page 34: N Memory Bank Selection

    21 5 memory channels n memory bank selection q push [v/m] to select the memory mode. W while holding down [band], rotate [dial] to select a desired bank. • the bank can also be selected by pushing [band] repeatedly. • only banks with entries are displayed. [dial] auto write channels regular memory c...

  • Page 35

    22 5 memory channels 5 each memory channel can be programmed with an alpha- numeric channel name for easy recognition, and can be dis- played independently by channel. Names can be a maximum of 6 characters. Q push [v/m] to select the memory mode. W rotate [dial] to select a desired memory channel. ...

  • Page 36: N Selecting Display Type

    23 5 memory channels n selecting display type during memory mode operation, either the programmed bank name, memory name or the channel number can be displayed instead of the frequency display. [dial] frequency display bank name display memory name display channel number display q push [v/m] to sele...

  • Page 37: N Copying Memory Contents

    24 5 memory channels 5 n copying memory contents this function transfers a memory channel’s contents to the vfo (or another memory channel). This is useful when search- ing for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the frequency offset, subaudible tone frequency etc. D memorydv...

  • Page 38: N Memory Clearing

    25 5 memory channels n memory clearing contents of programmed memories can be cleared (erased), if desired. Q hold down [s.Mw](v/m) for 1 second to enter the select memory write mode. • 1 short and 1 long beep sounds. • the “ ” icon and memory channel number blink. • do not hold down [s.Mw](v/m) for...

  • Page 39

    26 5 memory channels 5 n transferring memory contents the contents of programmed memory channels can be transferred to another memory channels. Q hold down [s.Mw](v/m) for 1 second to enter the select memory write mode. • 1 short and 1 long beep sounds. • the “ ” icon and memory channel number blink...

  • Page 40

    27 5 memory channels the contents of programmed memory channels can be erased or transferred to another memory. Information: even if the memory bank contents are erased, the memory channel contents still remain pro- grammed. Q select a desired bank contents to be transferred or erased from the bank....

  • Page 41: Scan Operation

    28 6 scan operation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 n scan types scanning automatically searches for signals and makes it easier to locate new stations for listening purposes. There are 7 scan types and 4 resume options to suit your operating needs. Full scan (p. 26) 100 khz 1309.995 mhz scan...

  • Page 42

    29 6 scan operation q push [v/m] to select the vfo mode. • push [band] to select a desired frequency band. W set the squelch level. E hold down [scan](mode) for 1 second to enter the scan type selection mode. R rotate [dial] to select a desired scanning type. • select “all” for full scan, “band” for...

  • Page 43: N Scan Edges Programming

    30 6 scan operation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 n scan edges programming scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edge memory channels, 00a/00b to 24a/24b. Q push [v/m] to select the vfo mode. W set a desired frequency: ± push...

  • Page 44

    31 6 scan operation n memory/all bank/bank link/bank scan q push [v/m] to select the memory mode. W set the squelch level. E hold down [scan](mode) for 1 second to enter the scan type selection mode. R rotate [dial] to select a desired scanning type. • select “m-all” for all memory scan, “b-all” for...

  • Page 45: N Auto Memory Write Scan

    32 6 scan operation 6 n auto memory write scan this scan is useful for searching a specified frequency range, and automatically storing busy frequencies into memory channels. The same frequency ranges used for a program scan are used for an auto memory write scan. Q start a vfo scan. ± push [v/m] to...

  • Page 46

    33 6 scan operation d during auto memory write scanning: • when a signal is received, the scan pauses and the frequency is stored into an auto memory write channel group ( aw 000– aw 199). - 2 short beeps sound when stored. • scan resumes after frequency storing. • when all channels are stored, the ...

  • Page 47

    34 6 scan operation 6 memory channels can be set to be skipped for a memory skip scan. In addition, memory channels can be set to be skipped for both a memory skip scan and a frequency skip scan. These are useful to speed up the scan time. Q select a memory channel: ± push [v/m] to select the memory...

  • Page 48: N Scan Resume Setting

    35 6 scan operation d scan pause timer the scan pauses when receiving signals according to the scan pause time. It can be set from 2–20 seconds, or unlim- ited. Q hold down [set](ts) for 1 second to enter the set mode. W rotate [dial] to select the “expand” item. E while holding down [func], rotate ...

  • Page 49: Priority Watch

    36 7 priority watch 6 7 n priority watch types priority watch checks for signals on a frequency every 5 sec- onds, while operating on a vfo frequency or scanning. The receiver has four priority watch types to suit your needs. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume setting. See the l...

  • Page 50: N Priority Watch Operation

    37 7 priority watch n priority watch operation d memory channel/memory scan watch q select the vfo mode; then, set an operating frequency. W select the channel(s) to be watched. For memory channel watch: select a desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: ± push [v/m] to select the memory mode. ...

  • Page 51: D Vfo Scan Watch

    38 7 priority watch 7 d vfo scan watch q select the channel(s) to be watched. For memory channel watch: select a desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: ± push [v/m] to select the memory mode. ± hold down [scan](mode) for 1 second to enter the scan type selection mode. ± rotate [dial] to sele...

  • Page 52: Tone Squelch and Pocket Beep

    39 tone squelch and pocket beep 8 n tone/dtcs squelch operation the tone or dtcs squelch opens only when receiving a signal with the same pre-programmed subaudible tone or dtcs code, respectively. You can silently wait for the speci- fied signal using the same tone. Q set a desired frequency in the ...

  • Page 53

    40 8 tone squelch and pocket beep 8 n tone squelch frequency/dtcs code setting 88.5 hz and 023 is set as the default for the tone squelch frequency and the dtcs code, respectively. The frequency and code can be selected as desired. Q hold down [set](ts) for 1 second to enter the set mode. W rotate [...

  • Page 54: N Dtcs Polarity Setting

    41 8 tone squelch and pocket beep n dtcs polarity setting as well as the code setting, the polarity setting is also avail- able for the dtcs operation. When a different polarity is set, the dtcs never releases audio mute even a signal with matched code number is received. Q hold down [set](ts) for 1...

  • Page 55: N Tone Scan

    42 8 tone squelch and pocket beep 8 n tone scan by monitoring a signal that is being operated with pocket beep, tone or dtcs squelch function, you can determine the tone frequency or dtcs code necessary to open a squelch. Q set the frequency to be checked for a tone frequency or code. W turn a desir...

  • Page 56: Set Mode

    43 set mode 9 n general set mode is used for programming infrequently changed val- ues or options of the functions. In addition, the ic-r6 has the expand set mode which is used for programming even more infrequently changed val- ues or options of the functions. When turning the expand set mode off, ...

  • Page 57: N Set Mode Items

    44 9 set mode 9 n set mode items the following items are available in the set mode and the expand set mode. D general set mode items *appears when accessing the set mode in only the am or fm broadcast band mode. D expand set mode items † available in only the usa version. Guide item name ref. D sel ...

  • Page 58: D Dial Select Step

    45 9 set mode d dial select step select the tuning step between 100 khz, 1 mhz (default) and 10 mhz for a temporary faster frequency setting. When setting a frequency with the increased tuning step, hold down [func], and then rotate [dial]. D priority watch turn the priority watch or priority beep (...

  • Page 59: D Display Backlighting

    46 9 set mode 9 d display backlighting the receiver has a backlit display with a 5 seconds timer, for dim light operation. The backlighting can be turned on con- tinuously or turned off, if desired. • off : never lights. • on : lights continuously while receiver power is on. • auto1 : lights when an...

  • Page 60: D Expand Set Mode

    47 9 set mode d expand set mode turn the expand set mode on or off. • off : displays only the regular set mode. (default) • on : displays the regular set mode and the expand set mode. D key lock effect even while the key lock function is on, [y]/[z] and [sql] can still be usable. Usable switches can...

  • Page 61: D Auto Power Off

    48 9 set mode 9 d auto power off the receiver can be set to automatically turn off, and sound a beep, after a specified period when no key opera- tions are performed. Off (default), times of 30 minutes, 1 hour, 1.5 hours, 2 hours and busy can be specified. The (repetitive) period is retained even wh...

  • Page 62: D Frequency Offset

    49 9 set mode d frequency offset sets the frequency offset for each frequency band independ- ently within 0 to 159.995 mhz range. During duplex opera- tion (–dup or +dup), the monitoring frequency (while [sql] is pushed) shifts the set frequency. The default value may differ depending on the selecte...

  • Page 63: D Tone Frequency

    50 9 set mode 9 d tone frequency selects a subaudible tone frequency for tone squelch opera- tion. A total of 50 tone frequencies (67.0–254.1 hz) are selectable.(default: 88.5 hz) • available subaudible tone frequencies 67.0 69.3 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 11...

  • Page 64

    51 9 set mode d memory bank link function (b-link) turns the memory bank link function on (default) or off. The link function provides continuous bank scan, scanning all channels in the selected banks during bank scan. • bank link setting q push [mode] to enter the bank link setting mode. W rotate [...

  • Page 65

    52 9 set mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 • program scan link setting q push to [mode] to enter the program scan link setting. W rotate [dial] to select the program scan link number that you want to change. E push [mode], then rotate [dial] to select the option, “add” or “clear”. R rotate...

  • Page 66: D Lcd Contrast

    53 9 set mode d lcd contrast selects the lcd contrast level between 1 (light) and 5 (dark), as desired. (default: 3) d weather alert function u.S.A. Version only turns the weather alert function on or off. D af filter the af filter suppresses high-pitch tone when this setting is on. This function ca...

  • Page 67: D Ci-V Address

    54 9 set mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 54 9 10 d ci-v address to distinguish equipments, each ci-v transceiver/receiver has its own icom standard address in hexadecimal number. The ic-r6’s address is “7e.” when 2 or more ic-r6 receivers are connected with an op- tional ct-17 ci - v lev...

  • Page 68: Other Functions

    55 other functions 10 n [dial] function assignment the [dial] control can be used as an audio volume control, instead of [y]/[z] keys. However, while [dial] functions as an audio volume control, the [y]/[z] keys function as tuning controls. ± while holding down [func], push [ ] (ts) to toggle the [d...

  • Page 69: D Weather Alert Function

    56 10 other functions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 d weather alert function noaa broadcast stations transmit weather alert tones before important weather announcements. When the weath- er alert function is turned on, the selected weather channel is monitored every 5 seconds for the announc...

  • Page 70: N Data Cloning

    57 10 other functions n data cloning cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the pro- grammed contents from one receiver to another; or data from a personal computer to a receiver, using the optional cs-r6 cloning software . D cloning between receivers q connect the opc-474 cloning cable t...

  • Page 71: D Cloning Error

    58 10 other functions 10 d cloning using a personal computer data can be cloned to and from a personal computer (microsoft ® windows ® 2000/xp/windows vista ® or windows 7) using the optional cs-r6 cloning software and the option- al opc-478/opc-478uc cloning cable . Consult the cs-r6 cloning softwa...

  • Page 72: N Partial Reset

    59 10 other functions n partial reset if you want to initialize the operating settings (vfo frequen- cy, vfo settings, set mode contents) without clearing the memory contents, a partial resetting function is available for the receiver. ± while holding down [func] and [ts], turn the power on to parti...

  • Page 73: Frequency Table

    60 11 frequency table 10 11 n tv channels the following tables show the channels versus video and audio frequencies, depending on each version. D u.S.A. Channels (unit: mhz) ch freq. 2 59.75 3 65.75 4 71.75 5 81.75 6 87.75 7 179.75 8 185.75 9 191.75 10 197.75 11 203.75 12 209.75 13 215.75 14 475.75 ...

  • Page 74

    61 11 frequency table d china channels (unit: mhz) ch freq. 1 56.25 2 64.25 3 72.25 4 83.75 5 91.75 6 174.75 7 182.75 8 190.75 9 198.75 10 206.75 11 214.75 12 222.75 13 477.75 14 485.75 15 493.75 16 501.75 17 509.75 18 517.75 19 525.75 20 533.75 21 541.75 22 549.75 23 557.75 24 565.75 25 613.75 26 6...

  • Page 75

    62 11 frequency table 11 d indonesian channels (unit: mhz) ch freq. 2 53.75 3 60.75 4 67.75 5 180.75 6 187.75 7 194.75 8 201.75 9 208.75 10 215.75 11 222.75 12 229.75 21 476.75 22 484.75 23 492.75 24 500.75 25 508.75 26 516.75 27 524.75 28 532.75 29 540.75 30 548.75 31 556.75 32 564.75 33 572.75 34 ...

  • Page 76: N Vhf Marine Channels

    63 11 frequency table n vhf marine channels (unit: mhz) ch ship ship no. Transmit receive 01 156.050 160.650 01a 156.050 156.050 02 156.100 160.700 03 156.150 160.750 03a 156.150 156.150 04 156.200 160.800 04a 156.200 156.200 05 156.250 160.850 05a 156.250 156.250 06 156.300 156.300 07 156.350 160.9...

  • Page 77

    64 11 frequency table 11 n other communications in the usa dot color frequency red 151.625 mhz purple 151.955 mhz blue 154.570 mhz green 154.600 mhz white 462.575 mhz black 462.625 mhz orange 462.675 mhz brown 464.500 mhz yellow 464.550 mhz “j” dot 467.763 mhz “k” dot 467.813 mhz silver star 467.850...

  • Page 78

    65 11 frequency table frequency description 121.500 emergencies 122.000 flight advisory service 122.200 flight service stations 122.700 unicom— uncontrolled airports 122.725 unicom— private airports 122.750 unicom— air-to-air communications 122.800 unicom— uncontrolled airports 122.900 search & resc...

  • Page 79

    66 11 frequency table 11 n other communications— other countries ch frequency 1 446.00625 2 446.01875 3 446.03125 4 446.04375 5 446.05625 6 446.06875 7 446.08125 8 446.09375 d pmr446 channels (unit: mhz) ch frequency 59 434.525 60 434.550 61 434.575 62 434.600 63 434.625 64 434.650 65 434.675 66 434...

  • Page 80

    67 11 frequency table ch frequency 1 476.425 mhz 2 476.450 mhz 3 476.475 mhz 4 476.500 mhz 5 476.525 mhz 6 476.550 mhz 7 476.575 mhz 8 476.600 mhz 9 476.625 mhz 10 476.650 mhz 11 476.675 mhz 12 476.700 mhz 13 476.725 mhz 14 476.750 mhz 15 476.775 mhz 16 476.800 mhz 17 476.825 mhz 18 476.850 mhz 19 4...

  • Page 81: Maintenance

    68 12 maintenance 11 12 problem possible cause solution ref. N troubleshooting if your receiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. No power comes on. No sound comes from the speaker. Sensitivity is low and only strong signals are audi...

  • Page 82: N Cp-18A/e Fuse Replacement

    69 12 maintenance n cp-18a/e fuse replacement if the fuse blows, or the receiver stops functioning while operating with the optional cp-18a/e, find the source of the problem if possible, solve it and only then replace the dam- aged fuse with a new rated one (fgb 5 a) as shown below. Fuse 5 a.

  • Page 83: Specifications

    70 13 specifications 12 13 d general • frequency coverage : (unit: mhz) usa 0.100–823.995, 851.000–866.995, 896.000–1309.995 france 0.100–29.995, 50.200–51.200, 87.500–107.995, 144.000–146.000, 430.000–440.000, 1240.000–1300.000 other than above 0.100–1309.995 mhz • number of memory channels : 1350 ...

  • Page 84: Options

    71 options 14 n options bc-196sa/sd/153sc ac adapter regularly charges the installed batteries. Bc-196sa/sd: 4.5 v dc/400 ma output bc-153sc: 6.0 v dc/1 a output cp-18a/e cigarette lighter cable with dc - dc converter a l l ow s yo u t o o p e ra t e t h e receiver through a 12 v ciga- rette lighter...

  • Page 85: Pocket Guide

    Q w ir6 vfo and memory mode selection pocket guide push [v/m] to toggle between the vfo and the memory mode. Receive mode selection push [mode] repeatedly to select the desired mode audio level setting push [y] to increase, push [z] to decrease the audio level. Squelch level setting hold down [sql],...

  • Page 86

    Q w e r memory channel programming set the desired frequency and other functions in the vfo mode. Push and hold [s.Mw](v/m) for 1 sec. To enter the select memory write mode. • 1 short and 1 long beeps sound. Rotate [dial] to select a desired memory channel. Push and hold [s.Mw](v/m) for 1 sec. To pr...

  • Page 87: Declaration

    74 16 ce 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 declaration of conformity we icom inc. Japan 1-1-32, kamiminami, hirano-ku osaka 547-0003, japan kind of equipment: type-designation: signature authorized representative name place and date of issue version (where applicable): this compliance is based ...

  • Page 88

    1-1-32 kamiminami, hirano-ku, osaka 547-0003, japan printed on recycled paper with soy ink. A-6810h-1ex printed in japan © 2009 icom inc. #02 europe #12 europe-1 #03 u.K. #04 italy #14 italy-1 #07 france #17 france-1 #08 spain #18 spain-1 n at n be n cy n cz n dk n ee n fi n fr n de n gr n hu n ie n...