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INSTRUCTION MANUALiM32VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVERThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is sub-ject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.New2001!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 1 (1,1)

iNew2001SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATIONYour Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy duringtransmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as“Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only duringthe course of employment by individuals aware of the haz-ards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio isNOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an un-controlled environment.This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for“Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your Icom radio complies with the follow-ing Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagneticenergy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliancewith FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electro-magnetic Fields.• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard forSafety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Elec-tromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.• American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE RecommendedPractice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous ElectromagneticFields– RF and Microwave.• The following accessories are authorized for use with this product. Use ofaccessories other than those speciﬁed may result in RF exposure levelsexceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure.; Belt Clip (MB-68), Rechargeable Ni-Cd Battery Pack (BP-224) and Alkaline Battery Case(BP-223).To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic en-ergy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupationaluse, always adhere to the following guidelines:CAUTIONWARNING• DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this maydamaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposurelimits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the man-ufacturer or antenna speciﬁcally authorized by the manufacturer for usewith this radio.• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50% dutycycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF expo-sure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmittingwhen the “TX indicator” lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit bypressing the “PTT” switch.• ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the bodywhen transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips which are listed onpage 31 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF ex-posure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the recipi-ents of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side.The information listed above provides the user with the information needed tomake him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radiooperates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.Electromagnetic Interference/CompatibilityDuring transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possiblycause 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 operatethe transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such ashospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.Occupational/Controlled UseThe radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed asconsequence of their employment provided those persons are fully aware ofthe potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page i (1,1)

iiNew2001IN CASE OF EMERGENCYIf your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels andthe Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16.❍USING CHANNEL 16DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.”2. “THIS IS ...........................” (name of vessel)3. Your call sign or other indication of the ves-sel.4. “LOCATED AT .....................” (your position)5. The nature of the distress and assistance re-quired.6. Any other information which might facilitatethe rescue.RECOMMENDATIONCLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESHWATER after exposure to saltwater. Otherwise, the trans-ceiver’s keys, switches and controllers may become inopera-ble due to salt crystallization.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page ii (1,1)

FOREWORDThank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M32 VHFMARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s stateof the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care thisproduct should provide you with years of trouble-free operation.IMPORTANTREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-pletely before using the transceiver.SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This in-struction manual contains important operating instructions forthe IC-M32.EXPLICIT DEFINITIONSFEATURES☞Waterproof constructionBuilt tough to withstand the punishing marine environ-ment, the IC-M32 meets JIS waterproof specificationgrade 7 while using BP-223 or BP-224.☞Dual watch and tri-watch functionsConvenient functions which allow you to monitor the dis-tress channel (Ch 16) while receiving a channel of yourchoice—dual watch; or monitor the distress channel andanother channel while receiving a channel of yourchoice—tri-watch.☞Large, easy-to-read LCDWith dimensions of 16(H) ×32(W) mm; 5⁄8(H) ×11⁄4(W) inch,the IC-M32’s function display is easy to read and shows op-erating conditions at a glance. Backlighting and contrastcan be adjusted to suit your preferences.☞Simple operationErgonomic design with a minimum number of switchesand controls provides simple intuitive operation.iiiNew2001WORD DEFINITIONRWARNINGCAUTIONNOTEPersonal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur.If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock.Equipment damage may occur.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page iii (1,1)

vNew2001SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ................................... iIN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............................................... iiRECOMMENDATION .......................................................... iiFOREWORD ...................................................................... iiiIMPORTANT ....................................................................... iiiEXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .................................................... iiiFEATURES ......................................................................... iiiPRECAUTION .................................................................... ivTABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................... v1 OPERATING RULES ...................................................... 12 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS.... 2–3■Supplied accessories ................................................... 2■Attachments ................................................................. 23 PANEL DESCRIPTION ............................................... 4–7■Front, top and side panels............................................ 4■Function display .......................................................... 64 BASIC OPERATION ................................................. 8–12■Channel selection ........................................................ 8■Receiving and transmitting ........................................ 10■Adjusting the squelch level ........................................ 11■Automatic backlighting ............................................... 11■Lock function .............................................................. 11■Call channel programming ........................................ 126 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH .......................................... 13■Description ................................................................ 13■Operation ................................................................... 135 SCAN OPERATION ................................................ 14–15■Scan types ................................................................. 14■Setting tag channels .................................................. 15■Starting a scan .......................................................... 157 SET MODE ............................................................. 16–21■SET mode programming ........................................... 16■SET mode items ........................................................ 178 BATTERY CHARGING ........................................... 22–25■Battery charging ........................................................ 22■Battery cautions ......................................................... 22■Optional battery case ................................................ 23■Optional battery chargers .......................................... 249 TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................. 2610 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ................................... 2711 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ...............................28TABLE OF CONTENTS!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page v (1,1)

11OPERATING RULES1DPriorities• Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities andkeep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress callstake priority over all others.• You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operatingon another channel.• False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law.DPrivacy• Information overheard but not intended for you cannot law-fully be used in any way.• Indecent or profane language is prohibited.DRadio licenses(1) SHIP STATION LICENSEWhen your craft is equipped with a VHF FM transceiver, youmust have a current radio station license before using thetransceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is notlicensed.Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate governmentagency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license. This license in-cludes the call sign which is your craft’s identiﬁcation for radiopurposes.(2) OPERATOR’S LICENSEA restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the licensemost often held by small vessel radio operators when a radiois not required for safety purposes.The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must beposted near the transceiver or be kept with the operator. Onlya licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver.However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a transceiverif a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call andmakes the necessary log entries.A current copy of the applicable government rules and regu-lations is only required to be on hand for vessels in which aradio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are notrequired to have these on hand it is your responsibility to bethoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regulations.NOTE: Even though the IC-M32 is capable of operationon VHF marine channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83,according to FCC regulations these simplex channels can-not be lawfully used by the general public in USA waters.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 1 (1,1)

2SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTSNew20012■Supplied accessoriesThe following accessories are supplied: Qty.• Flexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1• Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1• Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1• Ni-Cd battery pack (BP-224) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1• Battery charger (BC-150) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1• Screws for the BC-150 (M3.5 ×20) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2• AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1* Depending on version■AttachmentsDFlexible antennaConnect the supplied flexible an-tenna to the antenna connector.CAUTION!• NEVER HOLD by the an-tenna when carrying thetransceiver.• Transmitting without an an-tenna may damage the trans-ceiver.DHandstrapSlide the handstrap throughthe loop on the side of thetransceiver as illustrated atright. Facilitates carrying.DBelt clipAttach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.To attach the belt clipTo release the belt clip!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 2 (1,1)

32SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTSNew20012ïBattery packTo remove the battery pack:Turn the screw counterclockwise, then pull the battery packin the direction of the arrow as shown below.To attach the battery pack:Insert the battery pack in the IC-M32 completely, then turn thescrew clockwise.NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, usea coin or flat-blade (normal) screwdriver to loosen ortighten the bottom screw.CAUTION!:When attaching or removing a battery pack, make sure therubber seal is set in the groove of the battery pack cor-rectly. If the seal is not neatly in the groove it may be dam-aged when attaching the battery pack.If the seal is damaged, waterprooﬁng is not guaranteed.OPENLOCKScrew position when removing battery OPENLOCKScrew position when attaching battery Make sure both the rubber seal (purple) is set to the groovecorrectly and dust etc. does not adhere to it.Battery pack Battery packRubber sealGrooveCorrect position Incorrect positionNOTE:When attaching a battery pack, make sure dust etc. does not adhere to the rubber seal. If dust etc. is on the seal when attaching a battery pack, the water resistant may be reduced.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 3 (1,1)

4PANEL DESCRIPTIONNew20013■Front, top and side panelsqPOWER SWITCHPush and hold to turn power ON and OFF.wANTENNA (p. 2)Connects the supplied antenna.eSCAN/DUAL KEY [SCN•DUAL] (pgs. 13, 15)•Starts and stops normal or priority scan.•Enters watch mode when pushed for 1 sec.• Exits watch mode when pushed.rTRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY[H/L•LOCK]•Selects high or low power when pushed. (p. 10)•Toggles the lock function ON/OFF when pushed for 1sec. (p. 11)tVOLUME UP/DOWN KEYS [+]/[–]•Adjusts the audio level.• After pushing [SQL•MONI], push to set the squelch level.ySQUELCH KEY [SQL•MONI] (p. 11)•Push this key, then set the squelch level with [+]/[–].• Manually opens the squelch for channel monitoring whilepushed and held.•While pushing this key, turn the power ON to enter theset mode.rqoui!0wyteMicrophoneFunction display (p. 6)Speaker!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 4 (1,1)

53PANEL DESCRIPTIONNew20013uCHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [YY]/[ZZ]•[TAG]•Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 8, 9)•Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 16)• Checks tag channels or changes scanning direction dur-ing scan. (p. 15)•Sets and clears the displayed channel as a tag (scanned)channel when pushed both keys for 1 sec.• While turning power ON, clears all tag channels in the se-lected channel group when both keys are pushed.iCHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL KEY[CH/WX•U/I/C]•Selects and toggles the regular channels and weatherchannel when pushed. (pgs. 8, 9)•Selects one of 3 regular channels in sequence whenpushed for 1 sec. (p. 9)- U.S.A., International and Canadian channels are avail-able.•Push to return to the condition before selecting the chan-nel when the priority channel or the call channel is se-lected.oCHANNEL 16 KEY [16•9]•Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 8)•Selects the call channel when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 8)•Enters call channel write mode when the call channel isselected and this key is pushed for 3 sec. (p. 12)• Exits set mode when pushed. (p. 16)!0 PTT SWITCH [PTT]Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 5 (1,1)

63PANEL DESCRIPTIONNew2001■Function displayqTRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 10)Appears while transmitting.wBUSY INDICATOR (p. 10)Appears when receiving a signal or when the squelchopens.“” blinks while monitoring.eTAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 15)Appears when a tag channel is selected.rCALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 8)Appears when the call channel is selected.tLOCK INDICATOR (p. 11)Appears while the lock function is activated.yBATTERY INDICATORIndicates remaining battery power.uSCAN INDICATOR (p. 15)Blinks while scanning.iDUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATORS (p. 13)“DUAL” appears during dualwatch; “TRI” appears duringtri-watch.oDUPLEX INDICATORAppears when a duplex channel is selected.!0 SUB CHANNEL READOUT• Indicates Channel 16 during priority scan, dualwatch ortri-watch. (p. 15)• Indicates the SET mode item while in SET mode. (p. 16)• Indicates the squelch level while it is setting. (p. 11)• Indicates the volume level while it is setting.IndicationFull Middle Chargingrequired DischargedBattery levelblinks when the battery is exhaustion.blinks when the battery over discharged.!8!6!7qer ytwiuo!2!1!0!5 !3!4!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 6 (1,1)

73PANEL DESCRIPTIONNew20013!1 SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATORShows the squelch level when it is set.!2 VOICE LEVEL INDICATORShows the voice level when it is set.!3 VOLUME LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATORBlinks while adjusting the volume level.!4 SQUELCH LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATORBlinks while adjusting the squelch level.!5 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT• Indicates the selected operating channel number.• In SET mode, indicates the selected condition.!6 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR (p. 9)“U” appears when U.S.A.; “I” appears when Interna-tional; “C” appears when Canadian channel group is se-lected.!7 WEATHER CHANNEL/WEATHER ALERT INDICATORS• “WX” appears when the weather channel group is se-lected. (p. 9)• “ALT” appears while the weather alert function is acti-vated; blinks when on alert tone is received.!8 TRANSMIT POWER INDICATOR (p. 10)• “LOW” appears when low power is selected.• “LOW” blinks when switching forced low power mode be-cause of a high temperature error or low voltage.• No indication when high power is selected.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 7 (1,1)

8BASIC OPERATIONNew20014■Channel selectionDChannel 16Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initialcontact with another station and for emergency communica-tions. Channel 16 is automatically monitored during both du-alwatch and tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitorChannel 16.qPush [16•9] to select Channel 16.wPush [CH/WX•U/I/C] to return to the condition before se-lecting Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operatingchannel.DChannel 9 (Call channel)Channel 9 is the leisure-use call channel. Each regular chan-nel group has separate call channels. In addition, each callchannel is monitored during tri-watch. The call channels canbe re-programmed (p. 12) and are used to store your mostoften used channels in each channel group for quick recall.qPush [16•9] for 1 sec. to select the call channel in the se-lected channel group.•“CALL” and the call channel number appear.•Each channel group may have its own call channel after pro-gramming a call channel. See the “Call channel programming”on p. 12 for details.wPush [CH/WX•U/I/C] to return to the condition before se-lecting Channel 9 (call channel), or push [Y]/[Z] to selectthe operating channel.9Pushfor 1 sec.9Push!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 8 (1,1)

94BASIC OPERATIONNew20014DU.S.A., International and Canadian channelsThere are 57 U.S.A., 57 International, and 61 Canadian chan-nels. These channel groups may be speciﬁed for the operat-ing area.qPush [CH/WX•U/I/C] to select a regular channel.•If a weather channel appears, push [CH/WX•U/I/C] again.wPush [Y]/[Z] to select a channel.•“DUP” appears for duplex channels.eTo change the channel group, push [CH/WX•U/I/C] for1 sec.•U.S.A., International and Canadian channels can be selected insequence.DWeather channels (Available for USA version only)There are 10 weather channels. They are used for monitoringweather channels from the NOAA (National Oceanographicand Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts.qPush [CH/WX•U/I/C] to select the weather channel group.wPush [Y]/[Z] to select a weather channel.ePush [CH/WX•U/I/C] to return to the condition before se-lecting the weather channel group.U/I/CPushU/I/CU/I/CU/I/CPush for 1 sec.U.S.A. channelsInternational channels Canadian channels!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 9 (1,1)

104BASIC OPERATIONNew2001■Receiving and transmittingqPush [POWER] to turn power ON.wUse the squelch function to mute any audio noise ifnecessary. After pushing the [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., thesquelch function is cut off until [SQL•MONI] is released.(default)ePush [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec. (see the SET mode on p. 18),and push [+]/[–] to set the audio output level.rPush [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel.- When receiving a signal, “” appears and audio is emittedfrom the speaker.- Further adjustment of the volume may be necessary at this point.tPush [H/L•LOCK] to select the output power if necessary.- “LOW” appears when low power is selected; no indication whenhigh power is selected.- Choose low power to conserve battery power, choose highpower for longer distance communications.- Some channels are for low power only.yPush and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into themicrophone.- “TX” appears.- Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission (for GMDSS use).uRelease [PTT] to receive.IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your trans-mitted signal, pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT], holdthe microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouthand speak at a normal voice level.NOTE: The transceiver has a power save function to con-serve the battery power and it cannot be turned OFF. Thepower save function activates automatically when no sig-nal is received for 5 sec.For U.S.A version: To prevent accidental prolonged trans-mission, etc., the IC-M32 has a time-out timer function.This timer cuts a transmission OFF after 5 min. of continu-ous transmission.q Power ONrSet channely Push to transmitu Release to receive t Set output powere Set volumew Open the squelchCAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna maydamage the transceiver.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 10 (1,1)

114BASIC OPERATIONNew20014■Adjusting the squelch levelThe IC-M32 has a squelch even though there is no control knobfor it. In order to receive signals properly, as well as for the scanto function effectively, the squelch must be adjusted to theproper level.qPush [SQL•MONI], then adjust the squelch level with [+]/[–].- “SQL” indicator starts blinking.- There are 11 squelch levels to choose from: OP is completelyopen; 10 is tight squelch; 1 is loose squelch level.- When no key is pushed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to nor-mal condition.wPush [SQL•MONI] again to return to normal condition.✔CONVENIENT!The squelch level adjustment key can be select from [Y]/[Z]and [+]/[–] with following operation.• While pushing both [SQL•MONI] and [Y], turn the power ONto set [Y]/[Z] to the squelch level adjustment key.• While pushing both [SQL•MONI] and [+], turn the power ONto set [+]/[–] to the squelch level adjustment key.■Automatic backlightingThis function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto-matic backlighting can be activated in SET mode. (p. 19)➥Push any key except for [PTT] to turn the backlighting ON.•The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of in-activity.■Lock functionThis function electronically locks all keys (except for [+]/[–],[PTT], [SQL•MONI] and [H/L•LOCK]) to prevent accidentalchannel changes and function access.• Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON andOFF.LOCKPushfor 1 sec.Appears while the lock function is used.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 11 (1,1)

124BASIC OPERATIONNew2001■Call channel programmingThe call channel key is used to select Channel 9 by default,however, you can program your most often-used channels ineach channel group for quick recall.qPush [CH/WX•U/I/C] for 1 sec.several times to select the de-sired channel group (USA, INT,CAN) to be programmed.wPush [16•9] for 1 sec. to selectthe call channel.•“CALL” and call channel numberappear.ePush [16•9] again for 3 sec. (untila long beep changes to 2 shortbeeps) to enter call channel pro-gramming condition.•Call channel number to be pro-grammed ﬂashes.rPush [Y]/[Z] to select the de-sired channel.tPush [16•9] to program the dis-played channel as the call chan-nel.•The call channel number stop ﬂash-ing.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 12 (1,1)

135DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH5■DescriptionDualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving another channel; tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the callchannel while receiving another channel.■OperationqSelect the desired operating channel.wPush [SCN•DUAL] for 1 sec. to start dualwatch or tri-watch(depending on SET mode setting).•“DUAL” blinks during dualwatch; “TRI” blinks during tri-watch.•A beep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16.•Tri-watch becomes dualwatch when receiving a signal on the callchannel.eTo cancel dualwatch/tri-watch, push [SCN•DUAL] again.DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION•If a signal is received on Channel 16, dualwatch/tri-watchpauses on Channel 16 until the signal disappears.•If a signal is received on the call channel during tri-watch,tri-watch becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears.•To transmit on the selected channel during dualwatch/tri-watch, push and hold [PTT].Dualwatch Tri-watchCall channel[Example]: Operating tri-watch on INT channel 07.Tri-watch starts.Pushfor 1 sec.Signal is received on call channel.Signal received on Channel 16 takes priority.Tri-watch resumes after the signal disappears.DUAL!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 13 (1,1)

14SCAN OPERATIONNew20016■Scan typesScanning is an efﬁcient way to locate signals quickly over awide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan andnormal scan.In addition, the weather alert and auto scan function is avail-able for standby convenience. These functions can be acti-vated simultaneously, depending on the settings in SETmode. (pgs. 17, 18)Set the tag channels (scanned channel) before scanning.Clear the tag channels which inconveniently stop scanning,such as digital communications.Choose priority or normal scan in SET mode. (p. 17)PRIORITY SCANPriority scan searches through all tag channels in sequencewhile monitoring Channel 16. When a signal is detected onChannel 16, scan pauses until the signal disappears; whena signal is detected on a channel other than Channel 16,scan becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears.WX*CH 01CH 16CH 02CH 05 CH 04CH 03* Previously selected weather channel when weather alert function is ONNORMAL SCANNormal scan, like priority scan, searches through all tagchannels in sequence. However, unlike priority scan, Chan-nel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a tagchannel.CH 01 CH 02WX*CH 05 CH 04CH 03* Previously selected weather channel when weather alert function is ON.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 14 (1,1)

156SCAN OPERATIONNew20016■Setting tag channelsFor more efficient scanning, add desired channels as tagchannels or clear tag channels for unwanted channels. Non-tag channels will be skipped during scanning. Tag chan-nels can be assigned to each channel group (USA, INT, CAN)independently.qSelect the desired channel group (USA, INT, CAN) bypushing [CH/WX•U/I/C] for 1 sec., if desired.wSelect the desired channel to set as a tag channel.ePush both [Y] and [Z] for 1 sec. to set the displayed chan-nel as a tag channel.•“ ” appears in the function display.rTo cancel the tag channel setting, push both [Y] and [Z]for 1 sec.•“ ” disappears.•Clearing all tag channels in the selected channel groupWhile pushing and holding both [Y] and [Z], turn power ONto clear all tag channels in the channel group.■Starting a scanSet the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan re-sume timer and auto scan function in advance, using SETmode. (pgs. 17, 18)qSelect the desired channel group (USA, CAN, INT) bypushing [CH/WX•U/I/C] for 1 sec., if desired.•When the weather alert function is in use, select the desiredweather channel with [CH/WX•U/I/C] and [Y]/[Z].wPush [SCN•DUAL] to start priority or normal scan.•“SCAN” blinks in the function display.•“16” appears during priority scan.•When a signal is received, scan pauses until the signal disap-pears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. according to SET modesetting. (Channel 16 is still monitored during priority scan.)•Push [Y]/[Z] to check the scanning tag channels, to change thescanning direction or resume the scan manually.eTo stop the scan, push [SCN•DUAL].•“SCAN” disappears.•Pushing [PTT], [16•9] or [CH/WX•U/I/C] also stops the scan.[Example]: Starting a normal scan.Scan starts.DUAL DUALPush Pushto stop the scanScan pauses when receiving a signal and audio is emitted.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 15 (1,1)

16SET MODENew20017■SET mode programmingSET mode is used to change the condition of 12 transceiverfunctions: beep tone function, weather alert function, priorityscan function, scan resume timer, auto scan function, dual/tri-watch function, monitor switch action, automatic backlighting,LCD contrast selection, auto power save function, self checkfunction and battery voltage indicator.DSET mode operationqTurn power OFF.wWhile pushing [SQL•MONI], turn power ON to enter SETmode.• “bp” appears.ePush [SQL•MONI] or [SQL•MONI] and [Y] to select the de-sired item, if necessary.rPush [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition of the item.tTo exit SET mode, push [16•9].DSET MODE ITEMS The displays show the default settings, and the item initial is displayed in the dotted circle. Auto scanStarting item Beep tone Battery voltage Scan resume timer Dual/Tri-watch Automatic backlighting Auto power save LCD contrast Monitor switch Self check Priority scan Weather alertMONI: PushMONI: Push and!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 16 (1,1)

177SET MODENew20017■SET mode itemsDBeep tone function “bP”You can select silent operation by turning the beep tonesOFF, or you can have 2 types of conﬁrmation beeps sound atthe push of a switch. When ON is selected, a ﬁxed beep (Pi)sounds, and when US is selected, the preset beeps (e.g. do,re, mi) sound.• Beep tone synchronises with the volume level.• The beeps sound during call channel programming and a weatheralert tone transmission even if this function is turned OFF.DWeather alert function “AL”An NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone be-fore any important weather announcements. When theweather alert function is turned ON, the transceiver detectsthe alert, the bell indicator blinks and sounds a beep tone untilthe transceiver is operated. The previously selected (used)weather channel is checked any time during standby, or whilescanning, when the power save function is activated.•“ALT” appears when the function is set ON.DPriority scan function “Pr”The transceiver has 2 scan types—normal (OFF) and priority(ON) scans. Normal scan searches all tag channels in the se-lected channel group. Priority scan searches all tag channelsin sequence while monitoring Channel 16.PushNormal scan (default) Priority scanPushWeather alert function OFF (default)Weather alert function ONPushBeep tone ON (default) User beep!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 17 (1,1)

187SET MODENew2001DScan resume timer “St”The scan resume timer can be set as a pause (OFF) or timerscan (ON). When OFF is selected, the scan pauses until areceived signal disappears. When ON is selected, the scanpauses for 5 sec. after receiving a signal and then resumeseven if the signal has been received.DAuto scan function “AS”The Auto scan function starts the desired scan automaticallywhen no signal is received, and no operation is performed for30 sec.DDual/Tri-watch function “dt”This item selects dual or tri-watch as desired. See p. 13 fordetails.DMonitor switch action “Sq”The monitor switch action cuts off the squelch function tem-porarily. This switch action contains PUSH (Pu) or HOLD (Ho)settings as shown below.• Pu (PUSH): After pushing the [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., the squelchopens and emits audio while pushing and holding[SQL•MONI]. (default)• Ho (HOLD): After pushing the [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., the squelchopens and emits audio even [SQL•MONI] is released.To close the squelch, push any key.PushPush setting (default) Hold settingPushDualwatch function(default)Tri-watch functionPushAuto scan OFF (default) Auto scan ONPushScan resume timer OFF(default)Scan resume timer ON!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 18 (1,1)

197SET MODENew20017DAutomatic backlighting “bL”This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto-matic backlighting turns the backlighting ON when any keyexcept for [PTT] is pushed.• The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity.DLCD contrast selection “LC”The contrast of the LCD can be turned ON (high contrast) andOFF (low contrast).DAuto power save function “PS”The auto power save function reduces current drain by deac-tivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. • ON : The power save function is turned ON. The power save func-tion will activate when no signal is received, and no operationis performed for 5 sec.• OFF: The power save function is turned OFF.PushAuto power save ON (default)Auto power save OFFPushLCD contrast ON (default)LCD contrast OFFPushAuto backlighting ON(default)Auto backlighting OFF!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 19 (1,1)

207SET MODENew2001DSelf check function “SC”The self check function checks transceiver conditions by it-self, and informs you in case a problem is found. The follow-ing items are checked after the power is turned ON, then itswitches to operation mode.• Temperature : Outside of –20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F(approx.)• Connected battery voltage• Water intrusionWhen error messages as shown below are displayed, seetroubleshooting for advice. (p. 26)DBattery voltage indicator “bt”This function contains display or non-display settings of thevoltage of the connected battery pack when the power is ON.• The voltage of the connected battery pack is displayed for 2 sec.after power is turned ON.Battery voltage OFF(default)PushBattery voltage ONTemperature error Battery voltage error Water instrusion errorPushSelf check OFF (default) Self check ON!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 20 (1,1)

217SET MODENew20017Indication SwitchBeep tone functionFunctionWeather alert functionPriority scan functionScan resume timerAuto scan functionDual/Tri-watch functionMonitor switch actionAutomatic backlightingLCD contrast selectionAuto power save functionSelf check functionOFF / ON* / US OFF* / ONOFF* / ONOFF* / ONOFF* / ONDual* / TriPush* / HoldOFF / ON*OFF / ON*OFF / ON*OFF* / ONOFF* / ON"bP""AL""Pr""St""AS""dt""Sq""bL""LC""PS""SC""bt"Battery voltage indicatorSET MODE LIST*Default setting!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 21 (1,1)

22BATTERY CHARGINGNew20018■Battery chargingPrior to using the transceiver for the ﬁrst time, the Ni-Cd bat-teries must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it OFFwhile charging.• Recommended temperature range for charging: +50°F to +104°F (+10°C to +40°C)• Use the supplied AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V) only.NEVER use other adapters.NEVER connect DC power to the battery case when in-stalling alkaline batteries. Such a connection will damagethe transceiver.■Battery cautionsNEVER incinerate used Ni-Cd batteries. Internal battery gasmay cause an explosion.NEVER immerse batteries in water. If the battery case be-comes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to thetransceiver.NEVER short terminals of the battery case. Also, current mayﬂow into nearby metal objects so be careful when placing bat-tery cases in handbags, etc.If your Ni-Cd batteries seem to have no capacity even afterbeing charged, completely discharge them by leaving thepower ON overnight. Then, fully charge the Ni-Cd batteriesagain. If the batteries still do not retain a charge (or very little),new batteries must be purchased.DRecycling information (U.S.A. only)The product that you have purchased contains arechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. Atthe end of its life, under various state and locallaws, it may be illegal to dispose of this batteryinto the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-822-8837 for battery recycling options in your area orcontact your dealer.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 22 (1,1)

248BATTERY CHARGINGNew2001■Optional battery chargersïAD-103 installationInstall the AD-103 desktop charger adapter into the holderspace of the BC-119N/121N.Connect the plugs of the BC-119N/121N to the AD-103 desk-top charger adapter with the connector, then install theadapter into the charger with the supplied screws.Screws supplied with the charger adapterDesktop charger adapterConnectorsPlugsqw!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 24 (1,1)

258BATTERY CHARGINGNew20018ïRapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-103The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of batterypacks. The following are additionally required.• AD-103 charger adapter• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N dependingon version).ïRapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-103The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to becharged simultaneously. The following are additionally re-quired.• Six AD-103 charger adapters• An AC adapter (BC-124) or the DC power cable (OPC-656),supplied with the BC-121N.AC adapter(purchasedseparately)AD-103 chargeradapters are installedin each slot.IC-M32BP-224DC power cable(Connect with the DC power supply; 13.8 V/at least 7 A)AC adapter(Not supplied with some versions.)OPC-515L orCP-17LAD-103 charger adapter is installed in BC-119N.IC-M32BP-224!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 25 (1,1)

26TROUBLESHOOTINGNew2001New20019PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.No sound from speaker. •Squelch level is too deep.•Volume level is too low.•Speaker has been exposed to water.p. 11p. 10—•Set squelch to the threshold point.•Set [+]/[–] to a suitable level.•Drain water from the speaker.The transceiver doesnot turn ON.•The battery is exhausted.•Bad connection to the battery pack.p. 22p. 3•Recharge the battery pack.•Check the connection to the transceiver.Transmitting is impossi-ble, or high power cannot be selected.•Some channels are for low power or re-ceive only.•The battery is exhausted.•The battery over discharged.•The output power is set to low.pgs. 8,9, 27p. 22—p. 10•Change channels.•Recharge the battery pack.•Leave the battery pack from the transceiverat least for 1 hour. Then re-install.•Push [H/L•LOCK] to select high power.The displayed channelcannot be changed.•Lock function is activated. •Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. to cancel thefunction.p. 11Scan does not start. •“TAG” channels are not programmed. •Set the desired channels as “TAG” channels. p. 15No beeps. •Beep tones are turned OFF. •Set the beep tones to ON (Fix Beep/UserBeep) in SET mode.p. 17Self check error.(Temperature)•The temperature is outside of –20°C to+60°C; –4°F to +140°F (approx)•Leave the transceiver at room temperaturefor a while. Turn the power ON to check if theinternal temperature has returned to normal.Self check error.(Battery voltage)•The connected battery pack’s voltage ismore than 11 V.•Verify the battery voltage is correct.——Self check error.(Water intrusion)•Water has entered the transceiver. •Have the transceiver checked at your localdistributor or dealer to see whether the trans-ceiver works properly or not.—!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 26 (1,1)

2710VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST910New2001Channel numberUSA CANTransmitReceiveFrequency (MHz)INTChannel number Frequency (MHz)USA CANTransmitReceiveINTChannel number Frequency (MHz)USA CANTransmitReceiveINTChannel number Frequency (MHz)USA CANTransmitReceiveINTWX channel Frequency (MHz)Transmit Receive01 156.050 160.65001A 156.050 156.05002 156.100 160.70003 156.150 160.75003A 156.150 156.150156.200 160.80004A 156.200 156.200156.250 160.85005A 05A 156.250 156.25006 06 156.300 156.300156.350 160.95007A 07A 156.350 156.35008 08 156.400 156.40009 09 156.450 156.45010 10 156.500 156.50011 11 156.550 156.55012 12 156.600 156.60013*13*156.650 156.65014 14 156.700 156.70015*15*156.750 156.75016 16 156.800 156.80017*17*156.850 156.850156.900 161.50018A 18A 156.900 156.900010203040506070809101112131415*161718156.950 161.55019A 19A 156.950 156.95020 20*157.000 161.60021 157.050 161.65021A 21A 157.050 157.050157.100 161.70022A 22A 157.100 157.10023 157.150 161.75023A 157.150 157.15024 24 157.200 161.80025 25 157.250 161.85026 26 157.300 161.90027 27 157.350 161.95028 28 157.400 162.00060 156.025 160.625156.075 160.67561A 61A 156.075 156.075156.125 160.72562A 156.125 156.125156.175 160.77563A 156.175 156.17564 156.225 160.82564A 64A 156.225 156.22519202122232425262728606162636420A 157.000 157.00066A 66A*156.325 160.92567*67 156.375 156.37568 68 156.425 156.42569 69 156.475 156.47570 70 156.52571 71 156.575 156.57572 72 156.625 156.62573 73 156.675 156.67574 74 156.725 156.72577*77*156.875 156.875156.925 161.52578A 78A 156.925 156.925156.975 161.57579A 79A 156.975 156.975157.025 161.62580A 80A 157.025 157.025157.075 161.67581A 81A 157.075 157.075157.125 161.72582A 82A 157.125 157.125666768697071727374777879808182156.325 156.32566A85 85 157.275 161.87585A 157.275 157.27586 86 157.325 161.92586A 157.325 157.32587 87 157.375 161.97587A 157.375 157.37588 88 157.425 162.02588A 157.425 157.4258586878821b Rx onlyRx only161.65025b Rx only 161.85028b Rx only 162.00083b Rx only 161.77541 RX only 162.5502 RX only 162.4003 RX only 162.4755 RX only 162.4506 RX only 162.5007 RX only 162.5258 RX only 161.6509 RX only 161.77510 RX only 163.275RX only 162.425156.275 160.87565A 65A 156.275 156.2756565A 84A83 157.175 161.77583A 83A 157.175 157.17584 84 157.225 161.8258384157.225 157.225*Low power only.NOTE: Simplex channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOTbe lawfully used by the general public in USA waters.!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 27 (1,1)

28SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONSNew2001New200111■Speciﬁcations• GENERALFrequency coverage : Transmit 156.025–157.425 MHzReceive 156.050–163.275 MHzMode : FM (16K0G3E)Channel spacing : 25 kHzCurrent drain (at 7.5 V DC) : TX High (5 W) 1.5 A typical.Max. audio 200 mA typicalPower save 20 mA typicalFrequency stability : ±10 ppm (–20°C to +60°C)Useable temperature range : –20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°FDimensions : 61 (W) ×135(H) ×41(D) mm(Projections not included) 213⁄32(W) ×55⁄16(H) ×15⁄8(D) inchWeight (approx.; with BP-224): 360g (12.7 oz)• TRANSMITTEROutput power (at 7.5 V DC) : 5 W (Hi) and 1 W (Low)Modulation system : Variable reactance frequency modulationMax. frequency deviation : ±5 kHzAudio harmonics distortion : Less than 10 % (at 60 % mod.)Spurious emissions : Less than –68 dBc• RECEIVERReceive system : Double-conversion superheterodyneSensitivity (12 dB SINAD) : 0.25 µV typicalSquelch sensitivity : Less than 0.35 µV (at threshold)Intermodulation rejection ratio: 70 dB typicalSpurious response rejection ratio: 70 dB typicalAdjacent channel selectivity : 70 dB typicalHam and noise ratio : More than 40 dBAudio output power : 0.35 W typical at 10% distortion with an8 ΩloadAll stated speciﬁcations are subject to change without notice or obligation.■OptionsDBATTERY CASE AND PACK•BP-223 BATTERY CASEBattery case for 6 ×AA (R6) alkaline cells. The same as suppliedwith the transceiver depending on versions.•BP-224 Ni-CdBATTERY PACK7.2 V/750 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack. The same as supplied with thetransceiver depending on versions.DCHARGERS•BC-119N DESKTOP CHARGER+ AD-103 CHARGER ADAPTER+ BC-145 AC ADAPTERFor rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is supplied withthe charger. Charging time: approx. 1.5 to 2 hours•BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER+ AD-103 CHARGER ADAPTER(6 pcs.)+ BC-124 AC ADAPTERFor rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-103’s are re-quired) simultaneously. An AC adapter may be supplied dependingon version. Charging time: approx. 1.5 to 2 hours.•BC-150 DESKTOP CHARGER+ BC-147A/E or BM-95V AC ADAPTERUsed for regular charging of battery pack. The same as suppliedwith the transceiver. Charging time: approx. 8 hoursDBELT CLIPS•MB-68 BELT CLIPThe same as supplied with the transceiver.•MB-74 BELT CLIPExclusive alligator-type belt clip.•MB-87 SWIVEL BELT CLIPBelt clip for swivel type. !IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 28 (1,1)

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