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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.

UHF TRANSCEIVER

iF60

VHF TRANSCEIVER

iF50

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iii

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy

during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and clas-

sified 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 such haz-

ards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General

Population” in an uncontrolled environment.

This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure lim-

its for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your Icom radio complies with

the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and

electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure

to humans:

• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Com-

pliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Fre-

quency Electromagnetic Fields.

• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard

for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Fre-

quency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.

• American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recom-

mended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Elec-

tromagnetic Fields– RF and Microwave.

• The following accessories are authorized for use with this product.

Use of accessories other than those speciﬁed may result in RF ex-

posure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF ex-

posure.; Belt Clip (MB-98), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack

(BP-227), Alkaline Battery Case (BP-226) and Speaker-microphone

(HM-138).

To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic

energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupa-

tional use, always adhere to the following guidelines:

CAUTION

WARNING

• 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 the

manufacturer for use with this radio.

• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50%

duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC

RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is

transmitting when the “TX indicator” lights red. You can cause the

radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch.

• ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the

body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clip which is listed

on page iv when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC

RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide

the recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the

antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to

one side.

The information listed above provides the user with the information

needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to as-

sure that this radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can pos-

sibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such in-

terference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.

DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electro-

magnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.

Occupational/Controlled Use

The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed

as consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully

aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their

exposure.

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FOREWORD

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before

using the transceiver.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This instruction

manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F50

VHF

TRANSCEIVER

and IC-F60

UHF TRANSCEIVER

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

INSTALLATION NOTES

• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical

position with its microphone 5 to 10 centimeters (2 to 4 inch) away

from your mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 centimeters (1

inch) from your head and body.

• If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the

antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) from your body when

transmitting.

WORD DEFINITION

RWARNING Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock

may occur.

NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk

of personal injury, fire or electric shock.

CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.

PRECAUTION

RWARNING! 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 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the

lips and the transceiver is vertical.

RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset

or other audio accessories at high volume levels.

CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.

NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the

BP-226 or BP-227. Such a connection will ruin the transceiver.

DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.

AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in

areas with temperatures below –30°C (–22°F) or above +60°C

(+140°F).

DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason.

MAKE SURE the ﬂexible antenna and battery pack are securely

attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna and battery pack

are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver

to water will result in serious damage to the transceiver.

The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver

performance and invalidate the warranty.

FCC caution:

Changes or modiﬁcations to this device, not expressly approved

by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver

under FCC regulations.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION …………………………………… i

FOREWORD ……………………………………………………………… iii

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ………………………………………………… iii

INSTALLATION NOTES ………………………………………………… iii

PRECAUTION …………………………………………………………… iv

TABLE OF CONTENTS ………………………………………………… v

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES …………………………………………… vi

1 ACCESSORIES ……………………………………………………… 1–2

‘Accessory attachments……………………………………………… 1

2 PANEL DESCRIPTION …………………………………………… 3–11

‘Front, top and side panels ………………………………………… 3

‘Function display ……………………………………………………… 6

‘Programmable function keys ……………………………………… 7

3 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ………………………………… 12–18

‘Turning power ON ………………………………………………… 12

‘Channel selection ………………………………………………… 12

‘Call procedure ……………………………………………………… 13

‘ Receiving and transmitting ……………………………………… 14

‘ Scrambler function ………………………………………………… 17

‘ User set mode ……………………………………………………… 18

4 BIIS OPERATION ………………………………………………… 19–34

‘Default setting ……………………………………………………… 19

‘Receiving a call …………………………………………………… 20

‘Transmitting a call ………………………………………………… 23

‘Receiving a message ……………………………………………… 26

‘Transmitting a status ……………………………………………… 29

‘Transmitting an SDM ……………………………………………… 30

‘Position data transmission ………………………………………… 31

‘Printer connection ………………………………………………… 32

‘PC connection ……………………………………………………… 32

‘Digital ANI …………………………………………………………… 32

‘Auto emergency transmission …………………………………… 33

‘Stun function………………………………………………………… 33

‘BIIS indication ……………………………………………………… 34

‘Priority A channel selection ……………………………………… 34

5 BATTERY CHARGING ………………………………………… 35–44

‘Battery charging …………………………………………………… 35

‘Cautions …………………………………………………………… 36

‘Optional battery chargers ………………………………………… 37

‘Optional battery case ……………………………………………… 43

6 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ……………………………………… 45–46

‘Optional HM-138 description ……………………………………… 45

‘Attachment ………………………………………………………… 46

7 OPTIONS ………………………………………………………… 47–48

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are supplied: Qty.

• Flexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

• Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

• Jack cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 set

• Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 set

• Function name stickers* (KEY-STICKER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

*There are no names on the programmable function keys since the

functions can be freely assigned to [P0] to [P3], [Red], [ ] and

[ ] keys.

Attach the supplied function name stickers above the appropriate

keys for easy recognition of that key’s assigned function.

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ACCESSORIES

1ACCESSORIES

■Accessory attachments

DFlexible antenna

Connect the supplied ﬂexible antenna

to the antenna connector.

CAUTION!

• NEVER HOLD by the antenna

when carrying the transceiver.

• Transmitting without an antenna

may damage the transceiver.

ïBattery pack

To attach the battery pack:

Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direc-

tion 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 button in the direction of the arrow (w) as

shown below. The battery pack is then released.

Battery pack

Battery release button

ïJack cover

Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone is not

used.

DBelt clip

Attach the belt clip to the back of the transceiver with the supplied

screws.

Supplied screws

To attach the jack cover:

qInsert the jack cover into the

[SP MIC] connector.

wTighten the screw.

To detach the jack cover:

eUnscrew the screw with a

phillips screwdriver.

rDetach the jack cover for the

speaker-microphone connec-

tion.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

2PANEL DESCRIPTION

■Front, top and side panels

NOTE: If the speaker netting (for dust proof) becomes wet,

dry it with a hair drier (cool mode), etc. before operating the

transceiver. Otherwise the audio may be difﬁcult to hear for

loss of the sound pressure.

uMicrophone

Function display

(p. 6)

Speaker

(See the followning

NOTE.)

qVOLUME CONTROL [VOL]

Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level.

wRED BUTTON

Desired function can be assigned by your dealer.

eANTENNA CONNECTOR

Connects the supplied antenna.

rSPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC]

Connects the optional speaker-microphone. (p. 46)

tDEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3]

Desired functions can be assigned independently by your dealer.

yCH DOWN AND UP KEYS [ ]/[ ]

➥During standby condition, push to select an operating channel.

➥After pushing [TX Code CH Select], push to select a TX code

channel.

➥After pushing [DTMF Autodial], push to select a DTMF channel.

➥After pushing and holding [Scan A Start/Stop]/[Scan B

Start/Stop], push to select a scan group.

➥After pushing [Digital], push to select a BIIS code, status num-

ber or SDM.

*Desired functions can be assigned independently by your dealer.

☞Continue to the next page.

[SP MIC] jack cover

NOTE: KEEP the [SP MIC]

jack cover attached to the

transceiver when the speaker-

microphone is not used.

(See p. 2 for details)

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

2PANEL DESCRIPTION

■Front, top and side panels (Continued)

uTRANSMIT/BUSY INDICATOR

Lights red while transmitting; lights green while receiving a sig-

nal, or when the squelch is open.

iPTT SWITCH [PTT]

➥Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.

■Function display

qOUTPUT POWER INDICATOR

Appears when Low 2 or Low 1 is selected.

wAUDIBLE INDICATOR

➥Appears when the channel is in the ‘audible’(unmute) condi-

tion.

➥Appears when the speciﬁed 2/5-tone/BIIS code is received.

eCOMPANDER INDICATOR

Appears when the compander function is activated.

rKEY LOCK INDICATOR

Appears during the key lock function ON.

tSCRAMBLER INDICATOR

Appears when the voice scrambler function is activated.

yBELL INDICATOR

Appears/blinks when the speciﬁc 2/5-tone/BIIS code is received,

according to the programming.

uBATTERY INDICATOR

Appears or blinks when the battery decreases to a specified

level.

iALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY

Displays the operating channel number, channel names, Set

mode contents, DTMF numbers, etc.

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2PANEL DESCRIPTION

PANEL DESCRIPTION

■Programmable function keys

The following functions can be assigned to [P0], [P1], [P2], [P3],

[Red], []and []programmable function keys.

Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concerning

your transceivers programming.

If the following explanations, programmable function names are

bracketed, the speciﬁc switch used to activate the function depends

on programming.

CH UP AND DOWN KEYS

• Select an operating channel.

• Select a transmit code channel after pushing the [TX Code CH

Select] keys.

• Select a DTMF channel after pushing the [DTMF Autodial] key.

• Select a scan group after pushing and holding the [Scan A

Start/Stop]/[Scan B Start/Stop] keys.

• Select a BIIS code, status number or SDM after pushing the

[Digital] keys.

BANK SELECT KEY

Push this key, then push [CH Up] or [CH Down] to select the de-

sired bank.

SCAN START/STOP KEYS

➥Push this key to start scanning; and push again to stop.

➥Push and hold this key to indicate the scan group, then select

the desired scan group using [CH Up]/[CH Down].

SCAN TAG KEY

Adds or deletes the selected channel to the scan group.

PRIORITY CHANNEL KEYS

➥Push to select Priority A or Priority B channel.

➥Push and hold [Prio A (Rewrite)] to rewrite the Prio A channel.

MR-CH 1/2/3/4 KEYS

Select an operating channel directly.

MONITOR KEY

➥Mute and release the CTCSS (DTCS) or 2-tone squelch mute.

Open any squelches/deactivate any mutes while pushing this

key. (LMR operation only)

➥Activates one of (or two of) the following functions on each chan-

nel independently: (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only)

• Push and hold to un-mute the channel (audio is emitted; ‘Audible’

condition).

• Push to mute the channel (sets to ‘Inaudible’only).

• Push to un-mute the channel (sets to ‘Audible’only).

• Push after the communication is ﬁnished to send a ‘reset code’.

NOTE: The un-mute condition (‘Audible’condition) may auto-

matically return to the mute condition (‘Inaudible‘ condition)

after a speciﬁed period.

LOCK KEY

Push and hold to electronically locks all programmable keys except

the following:

[Call] (incl. Call A and Call B), [Moni(Audi)] and [Emergency] keys.

OUTPUT POWER SELECTION KEY

Select the transmit output power temporarily or permanently, de-

pending on the pre-setting.

•Ask your dealer for the output power level for each selection.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

2PANEL DESCRIPTION

C.TONE CHANNEL ENTER KEY

Select the continuous tone channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down] keys

to change the tone frequency/code setting after pushing this key for

permanently operation.

TALK AROUND KEY

Turn the talk around function ON and OFF.

•The talk around function equalizes the transmit frequency to the re-

ceive frequency for mobile-to-mobile communication.

WIDE/NARROW KEY

Push to toggle the IF bandwidth between wide and narrow.

• The wide passband width can be selected from 25.0 or 20.0 kHz using

the CS-F50

CLONING SOFTWARE

. (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only)

Ask your dealer for details.

DTMF AUTODIAL KEY

➥Push to enter the DTMF channel selection mode. Then select

the desired DTMF channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down] keys.

➥After selecting the desired DTMF channel, push this key to trans-

mit the DTMF code.

DTMF RE-DIAL KEY

Push to transmit the last-transmitted DTMF code.

CALL KEYS

Push to transmit a 2/5-tone/BIIS ID code.

•Call transmission is necessary before you call another station de-

pending on your signalling system.

•The [Call A] and/or [Call B] keys may be available when your system

employs selective ‘Individual/Group’calls. Ask your dealer which call is

assigned to each key.

EMERGENCY KEYS

➥Push and hold to transmit an emergency call.

➥When [Emergency Single (Silent)] or [Emergency Repeat

(Silent)] is pushed, an emergency call is transmitted without a

beep emission and LCD indication change.

• If you want to cancel the emergency call, push (or push and hold)

the key again before transmitting the call.

• The emergency call is transmitted one time only or repeatedly until

receiving a control code depending on the pre-setting.

TX CODE ENTER KEY (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only)

Push to enter the direct ID code edit mode, for both 5-tone and

MSK. Then set the desired digit using [CH Up]/[CH Down]/

[TX Code CH Up]/[TX Code CH Down]. (p. 16)

TX CODE CHANNEL SELECT KEY

➥Push to enter the direct ID code channel selection mode. Then

set the desired channel using [CH Up]/[CH Down]/[TX Code CH

Up]/[TX Code CH Down]. (p. 15)

➥During in ID code channel selection mode, push for 1 sec. to

enter the ID code edit mode for 5-tone and MSK. Then set the

desired digit using [CH Up]/[CH Down]/[TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down]. (p. 16)

TX CODE CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS

Push to select a TX code channel directly.

ID MEMORY READ KEY (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only)

➥Recalls detected ID codes.

•Push this key, then push [CH Up]/[CH Down] for selection.

•Up to 5 ID’s are memorized.

➥Push and hold to erase the selected memorized ID’s.

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

2PANEL DESCRIPTION

VOICE SCRAMBLER FUNCTION

Push to toggle the voice scrambler function ON and OFF.

COMPANDER KEY

Push to toggle the compander function ON and OFF.

The compander function reduces noise components from the trans-

mitting audio to provide clear communication.

USER SET MODE KEY

➥Push and hold to enter user set mode.

• During user set mode, push this key to select an item, and push

[CH Up]/[CH Down] to change the value or condition.

➥Push and hold this key again to exit user set mode.

•User set mode is also available via the ‘Power ON function’. Please

refer to p. 18 also.

DIGITAL KEY (BIIS operation only)

➥Push to select the call ID list, transmit message and standby

condition. Toggles between queue channel and received mes-

sage record indication after queue channel is selected.

➥Push and hold to select queue channel indication.

STATUS UP/DOWN KEYS (BIIS operation only)

➥During the standby condition, push to display the transmit status

indication and select a status number.

➥When a received SDM is displayed, push to cancel the automatic

scroll and scroll the message manually.

➥When an SDM that contains more than 8 characters is displayed,

push to scroll the message manually.

■Turning power ON

qRotate [VOL] to turn power ON.

wIf the transceiver is programmed for a start up passcode, input

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 as identical.

Therefore “01234” and “56789” are the same.

eWhen the “PASSWORD” indication does not clear after inputting

4 digits, the input code number may be incorrect. Turn power off

and start over in this case.

■Channel selection

Several types of channel selections are available. Methods may dif-

fer according to your system set up.

NON-BANK TYPE:

Push [ ]/[ ] to select the desired operating channel, in se-

quence; or, push one of the [MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4] to select a

channel directly.

BANK-TYPE:

Push [Bank], then push [ ] or [ ] to select the desired bank.

AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE:

Channel setting is not necessary for this type. When turning the

power ON, the transceiver automatically starts scanning. Scanning

stops when receiving a call.

KEY

NUMBER 0

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

3CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

■Call procedure

When your system employs tone signalling (excluding CTCSS and

DTCS), the call procedure may be necessary prior to voice trans-

mission. The tone signalling employed may be a selective calling

system which allows you to call speciﬁc station(s) only and prevent

unwanted stations from contacting you.

qSelect the desired TX code channel or 2/5-tone code according

to your System Operator’s instructions.

• This may not be necessary depending on programming.

• Refer to pgs. 15, 16 for selection.

wPush the call switch (assigned to one of the dealer programma-

ble switches: [P0], [P1], [P2], [P3], [Red], [ ] and []).

eAfter transmitting a 2/5-tone code, the remainder of your com-

munication can be carried out in the normal fashion.

Selective calling Non-selective calling

■Receiving and transmitting

NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the trans-

ceiver. See p. 1 for antenna attachment.

Receiving:

qRotate [VOL] to turn power ON.

wPush [ ] or [ ] to select a channel.

eWhen receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a comfort-

able listening level.

Transmitting:

Wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference.

qWhile pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the microphone at a

normal voice level.

• When a tone signalling system is used, the call procedure de-

scribed at left may be necessary.

wRelease [PTT] to return to receive.

IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your signal;

1. Pause brieﬂy after pushing [PTT].

2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your

mouth, then speak into the microphone at a normal voice

level.

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

3CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

DTransmitting notes

• Transmit inhibit function

The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict trans-

mission under the following conditions:

- The channel is in mute condition (‘Inaudible’condition; “”

does not appear).

- Channel is busy.

- Un-matched (or matched) CTCSS is received.

- The selected channel is a ‘receive only’channel.

• Time-out timer

After continuous transmission for the pre-programmed time period,

the time-out timer is activated, causing the transceiver to stop trans-

mitting.

• Penalty timer

Once the time-out timer is activated, transmission is further inhibited

for a period determined by the penalty timer.

DTX code channel selection

If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select], indication can be tog-

gled between the operating channel number (or name) and TX

code channel number (or name). When the TX code channel num-

ber (or name) is displayed, the [ ]/[ ] key selects the TX code

channel.

TO SELECT A TX CHANNEL:

qPush [TX Code CH Select]— a TX code channel appears.

wPush [ ]/[ ] to select the desired TX code channel.

ePush [Call] (or [PTT] during MSK operation) to transmit the se-

lected TX code.

rPush [TX Code CH Select] again to return to the operating chan-

nel number indication.

FOR TX CODE CHANNEL TYPE:

If the transceiver has a [TX Code CH Up] or [TX Code CH Down]

key, the programmed TX code channel can be selected directly.

DTX code number edit (PMR or BIIS PMR operation only)

If the transceiver has [TX Code CH Select] or [TX Code Enter], TX

code contents can be edited within the allowable digits.

TO EDIT A TX CODE VIA [TX CODE CH SELECT] KEY:

qPush [TX Code CH Select] to enter the TX code channel selec-

tion mode.

• Select the desired channel using [ ]/[ ] if desired.

wPush [TX Code CH Select] for 1 sec. to enter the TX code edit

mode.

ePush [TX Code CH Select] to select the desired digit to be

edited.

rSet the desired digit using [ ]/[ ]/[TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down].

tPush [TX Code CH Select] to set the digit and the editable digit

move to right automatically.

yRepeat rand tto input all allowed digits.

uPush [Call] or [PTT] to transmit the selected TX code.

TO EDIT A TX CODE VIA [TX CODE ENTER] KEY:

qSelect the desired TX code channel via [TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down], if desired.

wPush [TX Code Enter] to enter the TX code edit mode.

ePush [TX Code Enter] to select the desired digit to be edited.

rSet the desired digit using [ ]/[ ]/[TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down].

tPush [TX Code Enter] to set the digit and the editable digit move

to right automatically.

yRepeat rand tto input all allowed digits.

uPush [Call] or [PTT] to transmit the selected TX code.

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CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

3CONVENTIONAL OPERATION

DDTMF transmission

If the transceiver has [DTMF Autodial], the automatic DTMF trans-

mission function is available. Up to 8 DTMF channels are available.

TO SELECT A TX CODE:

qPush [DTMF Autodial]— a DTMF channel appears.

wPush [ ]/[ ] to select the desired DTMF channel.

ePush [DTMF Autodial] to transmit the DTMF code in the selected

DTMF channel.

■Scrambler function

The voice scrambler function provides private communication be-

tween stations. The frequency inversion type is equipped to all ver-

sions, and some versions have the Rolling or Non-rolling type

installed.

qPush [Scrambler] to turn the scrambler function ON.

w“” appears.

ePush [Scrambler] again to turn the scrambler function OFF.

■User set mode

User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to set

seldom-changed settings. In this case you can “customize” trans-

ceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style.

Entering the user set mode:

qWhile pushing and holding [ ] and [ ], rotate [VOL] to enter

the user set mode at power ON.

wPush and hold [P0] to enter user set mode. Push [P0] momen-

tarily to select the item.

Then push [ ] and [ ] to set the desired level/condition.

Available set mode functions:

•Backlight : ON, Auto or OFF

•Beep : ON or OFF

•SQL Level : 0 to 255

•AF Min level : ON or OFF

•Mic Gain : 1 to 5

•Battery Voltage : ON or OFF

ePush and hold [P0] again to exit set mode.

User set mode is also available using a programmable key. Please

refer p. 11 [User Set Mode] section.

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BIIS OPERATION

4BIIS OPERATION

■Default setting

The following functions are assigned to each programmable switch

as the default. Ask your dealer for details.

[P0]; Call : Push to transmit a 5-tone/BIIS call when the

selected channel is a 5-tone or MSK channel,

respectively.

[P1]; Digital : Push to select the call list ID/transmit mes-

sage, or to display the receive message

record for selection.

[P3]; Moni(Audi) : Pushing this key after the communication to

send a “clear down” signal during MSK chan-

nel operation.

[ ]/[ ]; CH Down/Up

: During standby condition, selects the operat-

ing channel.

After pushing [Digital] or [TX Code CH Se-

lect], selects call list or TX code channel, re-

spectively.

[P2]/[Red]; Null : No function is assigned.

■Receiving a call

DDIndividual call

qWhen an individual call is received;

•Beeps sound.

•“ ” appears and the mute is released.

•The programmed text message (e.g.“”) and the calling

station ID (or text) is displayed alternately, depending on the set-

ting.

•“ ” appears or blinks depending on the setting.

wPush and hold [PTT], then speak into the microphone at a nor-

mal voice level.

•Transmit/Busy indicator lights red.

eRelease [PTT] to return to receive.

•Transmit/Busy indicator lights green while receiving a signal.

rTo finish the conversation, push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the

“Clear down” signal.

•Either station can be send.

•“ ” is displayed for 2 sec. (approx.).

•“ ” disappears and the transceiver returns to standby condition.

Appears or blinksAppears

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BIIS OPERATION

DDDisplaying the received call record

— Queue indication

The transceiver memorizes the calling station IDs for record. Up to

3 calls can be memorized, and the oldest call record is erased

when a 4th call is received. However, once the transceiver is pow-

ered OFF, the all records are cleared.

qPush [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec.

•Displays following indication.

When a record is available

When no record is available

wPush [ ]/[ ] to select the desired call.

ePush [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec. again to return to standby condi-

tion.

•When no operation is performed for 30 sec., the transceiver returns

to standby condition automatically.

4BIIS OPERATION

DDGroup call

qWhen a group call is received;

•Beeps sound.

•“ ” appears and the mute is released.

•The programmed text message (e.g.“”) and the calling sta-

tion ID (or text) is displayed alternately, depending on the setting.

•“ ” appears or blinks depending on the setting.

wPush and hold [PTT], then speak into the microphone at a nor-

mal voice level.

NOTE: Only one station is permitted.

•Transmit/Busy indicator lights red.

eRelease [PTT] to return to receive.

•Transmit/Busy indicator lights green while receiving a signal.

rTo finish the conversation, push [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the

“Clear down” signal.

•Either station can be send.

•“ ” is displayed for 2 sec. (approx.)

•“ ” disappears and the transceiver returns to standby condition.

Appears or blinksAppears

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4BIIS OPERATION

■Transmitting a call

Total of a 3 ways for code selection are available—selecting the call

code from memory, entering the call code from the keypad and call-

ing back from the queue channel record.

DDUsing call memory

qDuring standby condition, push [P1] (Digital) to enter the call

code memory channel selection mode.

wPush [ ]/[ ] to select the desired call code.

ePush [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to call.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

NOTE: When no answer back is received, the transceiver re-

peats the call 3 times (default) automatically, and “”is

displayed during each call. However, an error beep sounds

and “”is displayed when no answer back is received

after the calls.

rPush [PTT] to transmit; release to receive.

tPush [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the “Clear down” signal.

Call code text is displayed.

DDCalling back from the queue channel

qDuring standby condition, push [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec. to enter

queue memory channel selection mode.

wPush [ ]/[ ] to select the desired record.

ePush [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to call.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

NOTE: When no answer back is received, the transceiver re-

peats the call 3 times (default) automatically, and “”is

displayed during each call. However, an error beep sounds

and “”is displayed when no answer back is received

after the calls.

rPush [PTT] to transmit; release to receive.

tPush [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the “Clear down” signal.

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4BIIS OPERATION

DDDirect code entry

qDuring standby condition, push [TX Code Enter] to enter the TX

code edit mode.

•Editable digit code blinks.

wPush [TX Code Enter] to select the desired digit to be edited.

•Editable digit number is differ according to the setting.

eSet the desired digit using [ ]/[ ]/[TX Code CH Up]/[TX

Code CH Down].

rPush [TX Code Enter] to set the digit and the editable digit move

to right automatically.

tRepeat eand rto input all allowed digits.

yPush [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to call.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

NOTE: When no answer back is received, the transceiver re-

peats the call 3 times (default) automatically, and “”is

displayed during each call. However, an error beep sounds

and “”is displayed when no answer back is received

after the calls.

uPush [PTT] to transmit; release to receive.

iPush [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to send the “Clear down” signal.

For your information

When the “UpDate” setting for the call code is enabled, the set code

is overwritten into the call code memory.

■Receiving a message

DDReceiving a status message

qWhen a status message is received;

• Beeps sound.

• The calling station ID (or text) and the status message is displayed

alternately, depending on the setting.

wPush [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to return to standby condition.

NOTE: Only the calling station ID (or text) is displayed (no

message is displayed alternately) when the scroll timer is set

to “OFF”. In this case, push [Status Up]/[Status Down] to dis-

play the status message manually.

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4BIIS OPERATION

DDReceiving an SDM

qWhen an SDM is received;

• Beeps sound.

• The calling station ID (or text) and the SDM is displayed alternately,

depending on the setting.

wWhen the received SDM includes more than 8 characters, scrolls

the message automatically, when the automatic scroll function is

activated.

• Push [Status Up]/[Status Down] to scroll the message manually.

ePush [P3] (Moni(Audi)) to return to standby condition.

DDReceived message selection

The transceiver memorizes the received messages for record. Up

to 6 messages for status and SDM, or 95 character SDM’s can be

memorized. And the oldest message is erased when 7th message

is received. However, once the transceiver is powered OFF, the all

messages are cleared.

qPush [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec.

•Displays queue memory.

wPush [P1] (Digital) momentarily.

•Displays message memory.

When a message is available

When no message is available

ePush [ ]/[ ] to select the desired message.

•When selecting the SDM that includes more than 8 characters, the

message scrolls automatically, when the automatic scroll function is

activated.

• Push [Status Up]/[Status Down] to scroll the message manually.

rPush [P1] (Digital) for 1 sec. again to return to standby condi-

tion.

•When no operation is performed for 30 sec., the transceiver returns

to the standby condition automatically.

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4BIIS OPERATION

■Transmitting a status

DDGeneral

The status message can be selected with the programmed text,

and the message text is also displayed on the function display of

the called station.

Up to 24 status types (1 to 24) are available, and the status mes-

sage 22 and 24 have designated meanings.

Status 22: Emergency*

Status 24: GPS request

*The status 22 can also be used as normal status message by dis-

abling the designated meaning. However, the status 24 is ﬁxed.

The status call can be sent with both individual and group calls.

DDTransmitting a status

qDuring standby condition, push [P1] (Digital), then push

[ ]/[ ] to select the desired station/group code.

wPush [P1] (Digital) again, then push [ ]/[ ] to select the de-

sired status message.

Or, you can select the desired status message using [Status

Up]/[Status Down] key directly.

ePush [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to transmit the status message to the

selected station/group.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

•2 beeps will sound and the transceiver returns to the standby con-

dition automatically when the transmission is successful.

Status message is displayed.

■Transmitting an SDM

DDGeneral

The short data message, SDM, can be sent to an individual station

or group stations. Also, 8 SDM memory channels are available and

the messages can be edited via the PC programming.

DDTransmitting an SDM

qDuring standby condition, push [P1] (Digital), then push

[ ]/[ ] to select the desired station/group code.

wPush [P1] (Digital) again, then push [ ]/[ ] to select the de-

sired SDM.

Or, you can select the desired SDM using [Status Up]/[Status

Down] key directly.

ePush [P0] (Call) or [PTT]* to transmit the SDM to the selected

station/group.

*PTT call can be made only when PTT call capability is permitted.

•2 beeps will sound and the transceiver returns to the standby con-

dition automatically when the transmission is successful.

SDM is displayed.

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BIIS OPERATION

4BIIS OPERATION

■Position data transmission

When the optional OPC-966

INTERFACE CABLE

and a GPS receiver

is connected to the transceiver, the position (longitude and latitude)

data can be transmitted automatically.

Ask your dealer or system operator for connection details.

The position data is transmitted when;

•Status 24 message is received

*When the status 24 message, GPS request, is received.

•Fully automatic

When automatic position transmission is enabled, send the po-

sition data according to ‘Time Marker’and ‘Interval Timer’set-

tings.

•PTT is released

When ‘Send with Logoff’is enabled.

- Set the “Log-In/Off” item as “L-OFF”.

•After sending a status message

When ‘Send with Status’is enabled.

•After sending an SDM

When ‘Send with SDM’is enabled.

•After sending status 22 (Emergency)

When ‘Send with Emergency’is enabled.

■Printer connection

When the optional OPC-966

INTERFACE CABLE

is connected to the

transceiver, a printer can be connected to printed out the received

SDM content and the ID of the station who sent the message.

Ask your dealer or system operator for connection details.

■PC connection

When the optional OPC-966

INTERFACE CABLE

is connected to the

transceiver, a PC can be connected to provide remote control, data

reception, etc.

Ask your dealer or system operator for connection details.

■Digital ANI

The own ID can be transmitted each time the PTT is pushed (log-in)

or released (log-off) during individual or group call communications.

By receiving the ANI, the communication log can be recorded when

using a PC dispatch application.

In addition, when using the ANI with log-in, the PTT side tone func-

tion can be used to inform you that the ID is sent and voice com-

munication can be performed.

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4BIIS OPERATION

■Auto emergency transmission

When [Emergency Single (Silent)] or [Emergency Repeat (Silent)] is

pushed, an emergency signal is automatically transmitted for the

speciﬁed time period.

The status 22 (Emergency) is sent to the selected ID station, and

the position data is transmitted after the emergency signal when a

GPS receiver is connected to the transceiver.

The emergency transmission is performed on the emergency chan-

nel, however, when no emergency channel is speciﬁed, the signal is

transmitted on the previously selected channel.

There is no change in the function display or beep emission during

automatic emergency transmission.

■Stun function

When the speciﬁed ID, set as a killer ID, is received, the stun func-

tion is activated.

When the killer ID is received, the transceiver switches to the pass-

code required condition. Entering of the passcode via the keypad is

necessary to operate the transceiver again in this case.

■BIIS indication

The following indications are available for the BIIS operation on an

MSK channel.

: Individual/group call is successful.

: Message (status or SDM) transmission is successful.

: No answer back is received.

: Appears during retry of the call (2nd call).

: End the communication.

: Operating channel is in busy.

■Priority A channel selection

When one of the following operations is performed, the transceiver

selects the Priority A channel automatically.

Priority A is selected when;

•Clear down signal is received/transmitted

- Set the “Move to PrioA CH” item as “Clear Down”.

•Turning the power ON

The Priority A channel is selected each time the transceiver

power is turned ON.

•Status call

The Priority A channel is selected when transmitting a status

call.

- Enable the “Send Status on PrioA CH” item in the MSK con-

ﬁguration.

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BATTERY CHARGING

5BATTERY 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 it OFF while

charging.

•Recommended temperature range for charging:

+10°C to +40°C (+50°F to +104°F)

- The Li-Ion battery is functioning within –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to

+140°F)

•Use the specified chargers (BC-152, BC-119N and BC-121N).

NEVER use another manufacturer’s charger.

•Use the optional AC adapter (BC-147A/E) for BC-152.

• NEVER use another manufacturer’s AC adapter.

Recommendation:

Charge the supplied battery pack for a maximum of up to

10 hours. Li-Ion batteries are different from Ni-Cd batteries in that

it is not necessary to completely charge and discharge them to

prolong the battery life. Therefore, charging the battery in inter-

vals, and not for extended periods is recommended.

■Cautions

NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may

cause an explosion.

NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack be-

comes wet, be sure to wipe it dry immediately (particularly the bat-

tery terminals) BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. Otherwise,

the terminals will become corroded, or cause connection failure,

etc.

NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may

ﬂow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace, etc. Therefore,

be careful when carrying with, or placing near metal objects, carry-

ing in handbags, etc.

AVOID leaving the battery pack in a fully charged, or completely

discharged condition for long time. It causes shorter battery life. In

case of leaving the battery pack unused for a long time, it must be

kept safely after discharge, or use the battery until the battery indi-

cator starts blinking, then remove it from the transceiver.

If your 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 very little), a new battery pack

must be purchased.

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5BATTERY CHARGING

BATTERY CHARGING

■Optional battery chargers

ïRegular charging with the BC-152

qAttach the BC-152 to a ﬂat surface, such as desk, if desired.

wConnect the AC adapter (BC-147A/E*) as shown below.

*Depending on version.

eInsert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the

charger.

• The charge indicator lights green.

rCharge the battery pack approx. 9–10 hours, depending on the

remaining power condition.

Charge indica-

tor lights green

when BP-227

(with/without

IC-F50/F60) is

inserted.

AC adapter

BC-152

BP-227 IC-F50/F60

Supplied screws

Ensure sides of the

battery pack are cor-

rectly aligned with

the charger groves.

DFor your convenience

Eyelet

USE a rubber band to

secure the transceiv-

er while charging, if

desired.

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BATTERY CHARGING

5BATTERY CHARGING

ïAD-100 installation

qInstall the AD-100 desktop charger adapter into the holder space

of the BC-119N/121N.

Desktop charger adapter

Connectors

Plugs

wConnect the plugs of the BC-119N/121N to the AD-100 with the

connector, then install the adapter into the charger with the sup-

plied screws.

Screws supplied with

the charger adapter

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BATTERY CHARGING

5BATTERY CHARGING

DRapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-100

The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of optional Li-Ion

battery packs.

The following are additionally required:

• One AD-100 (purchase separately).

• An AC adapter (not supplied with some version).

AC adapter

(Not supplied with

some version.)

OPC-515L or

CP-17L

AD-100 charger

adapter is instal-

led in BC-119N.

BP-227

IC-F50/F60

Optional OPC-515L (for 13.8 V

power source) or CP-17L (for

12 V cigarette lighter socket)

can be used instead of the AC

adapter.

DRapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-100

The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged

simultaneously. The following are additionally required.

• Six AD-100.

• An AC adapter (BC-124) or the DC power cable OPC-656.

MULTI-CHARGER

DC power cable

Connect with the DC power supply;

13.8 V/7 A minimum

AD-100 charger

adapters are installed

in each slot.

BP-227

IC-F50/F60

AC adapter

(Purchased

separately.)

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BATTERY CHARGING

5BATTERY CHARGING

■Optional battery case

When using the optional battery case attached to the transceiver,

install 5 ×AA (R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated at right. The

BP-226 meets JIS waterproof speciﬁcation grade 4.

qHook your ﬁnger under the latch, and open the cover in the direc-

tion of the arrow (q). (Fig.1)

wThen, install 5 ×AA (R6) size alkaline batteries. (Fig.2)

• Install the alkaline batteries only.

• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.

• Do not pin the ribbon under the batteries.

eClose the cover with ﬁtting in the direction of the arrow (w) ﬁrst,

then check the latch is in place (e). (Fig.1)

• Be sure to the gasket and the ribbon are set correctly.

Do not protrude out from the battery case. (Fig.3)

CAUTION:

•When installing batteries, make sure they are all the same

brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and old batter-

ies together.

•Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean battery

terminals once a week.

BP-226 Latch

Fig.1

Fig.2

Ribbon

Fig.3

Gasket

Ribbon

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SPEAKER-MICROPHONE

6SPEAKER-MICROPHONE

■Optional HM-138 description

NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes

wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver.

NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the speaker-mi-

crophone, as shown in the diagram above. To maximize the

readability of your transmitted signal (voice), hold the micro-

phone approx. 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth, and

speak in a normal voice level.

Alligator type clip

To attach the speaker-mic.

to your shirt or collar, etc.

PTT switch

Transmits during push

Receives during release

Microphone

Speaker

■Attachment

Attach the connector of the speaker-microphone into the [SP MIC]

connector on the transceiver and tighten the screw.

IMPORTANT: KEEP the [SP MIC] jack cover attached (trans-

ceiver) when the speaker-microphone is not in use. Water will

not get into the transceiver even if the cover is not attached,

however, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the trans-

ceiver will function abnormally if the connector becomes wet.

CAUTION: Attach the

speaker-microphone s

connector securely to pre-

vent accidental dropping,

or water intrusion in the

connector.

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OPTIONS

7OPTIONS

•BP-226

BATTERY CASE

Battery case for 5 ×AA (R6) alkaline cells.

•BP-227

BATTERY PACK

7.2 V/1700 mAh Li-Ion battery pack. The same as supplied with

the transceiver. BP-227 must be charged with the optional BC-152

or the BC-119N/121N.

BP-226 BP-227

•BC-152

DESKTOP CHARGER

+ BC-147A/E

AC ADAPTER

Used for regular charging of battery

pack. The AC adapter, BC-147A/E,

must be purchased separately.

Charging time: approx. 9–10 hours

•BC-119N

DESKTOP CHARGER

+ AD-100

CHARGER ADAPTER

+ BC-145

AC ADAPTER

For rapid charging of battery packs. An

AC adapter is not supplied with some

version.

Charging time: approx. 2 to 2.5 hours

•BC-121N

MULTI

CHARGER

+ AD-100

CHARGER ADAPTER

(6 pcs.)

+ BC-124

AC ADAPTER

For rapid charging of up to 6

battery packs (six AD-100’s are

required) simultaneously. An

AC adapter should be pur-

chased separately. Charging

time: approx. 2 to 2.5 hours.

•HM-138

SPEAKER

MICROPHONE

Full-sized waterproof (JIS

grade 7; 1m/30 min.) speaker-

microphone including alligator

type clip to attach to your shirt

or collar, etc.

•OPC-966

INTERFACE CABLE

Provides advanced operation, such as printer, GPS connection for

position data transmission capabilities during BIIS operation.

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