ICOM orporated 269100 VHF Marine Transceiver User Manual IC M32 2

ICOM Incorporated VHF Marine Transceiver IC M32 2

Contents

  • 1. Manual
  • 2. Manual revised in response to FCC correspondence 9722

Manual revised in response to FCC correspondence 9722

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
iM32
VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interfer-
ence.
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SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during
transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as
“Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only during
the course of employment by individuals aware of the haz-
ards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is
NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an un-
controlled environment.
This radio has been evaluated for compliance at the distance of 2.5 cm with
the FCC RF exposure limits 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 ex-
posure to humans:
• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance
with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electro-
magnetic Fields.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for
Safety 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 Recommended
Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic
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 exposure levels
exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure.; Belt Clip (MB-
68/74/74N/87), 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 occupational
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 man-
ufacturer 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 expo-
sure 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-clips which are listed on
page 32 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 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 assure 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 possibly
cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference,
turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate
the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic 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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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and
the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16.
❍USING CHANNEL 16
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE
1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.”
2. “THIS IS ...........................” (name of vessel)
3. Your call sign or other 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 facilitate
the rescue.
RECOMMENDATION
CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH
WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before opera-
tion. Otherwise, the transceiver’s keys, switches and con-
trollers may become inoperable due to salt crystallization.
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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M32 VHF
MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state
of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this
product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation.
IMPORTANT
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This in-
struction manual contains important operating instructions for
the IC-M32.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
FEATURES
☞Waterproof construction
Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environ-
ment, the IC-M32 meets JIS waterproof specification
grade 7 while using BP-223 (option) or BP-224.
☞Dualwatch and tri-watch functions
Convenient functions which allow you to monitor the dis-
tress channel (Ch 16) while receiving a channel of your
choice—dual watch; or monitor the distress channel and
another channel while receiving a channel of your
choice—tri-watch.
☞Large, easy-to-read LCD
With 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 contrast
can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
☞Simple operation
9 large buttons on the front panel provide user-friendly op-
eration. The independent volume and channel buttons are
located on the front panel for convenient one-hand opera-
tion.
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WORD DEFINITION
RWARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
Personal 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.
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PRECAUTION
RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an
AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric
shock.
RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the
antenna is closer than 2.5 cm from exposed parts of the body,
especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The trans-
ceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to
4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other
than the BP-223 or BP-224. Such a connection will ruin the
transceiver.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above
+60°C (+140°F).
KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of children.
KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meters (3.0 ft) away from
your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.
BE CAREFUL! The transceiver’s right-side panel will
become hot when operating continuously for long periods.
BE CAREFUL! The IC-M32 employs waterproof con-
struction, which corresponds to JIS waterproof specification,
Grade 7 (1 m; 3 ft depth for 30 min.). However, once the
transceiver has been dropped, waterproofing cannot be guar-
anteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked,
or the waterproof seal damaged, etc.
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.
For U.S.A. only
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not
expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
operate this device under FCC regulations.
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Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor-
porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France,
Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
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SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ................................... i
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............................................... ii
RECOMMENDATION .......................................................... ii
FOREWORD ...................................................................... iii
IMPORTANT ....................................................................... iii
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .................................................... iii
FEATURES ......................................................................... iii
PRECAUTION .................................................................... iv
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................... v
1 OPERATING RULES ...................................................... 1
2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS.... 2–3
■Supplied accessories ................................................... 2
■Attachments ................................................................. 2
3 PANEL DESCRIPTION ............................................... 4–7
■Front, top and side panels............................................ 4
■Function display .......................................................... 6
4 BASIC OPERATION ................................................. 8–13
■Channel selection ........................................................ 8
■Adjusting the volume level ......................................... 10
■Adjusting the squelch level ........................................ 10
■Receiving and transmitting ........................................ 11
■Call channel programming ........................................ 12
■Lock function ............................................................. 13
■Automatic backlighting .............................................. 13
■Monitor function ......................................................... 13
5 SCAN OPERATION ................................................ 14–15
■Scan types ................................................................. 14
■Setting tag channels .................................................. 15
■Starting a scan .......................................................... 15
6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH .......................................... 16
■Description ................................................................ 16
■Operation ................................................................... 16
7 SET MODE ............................................................. 17–22
■SET mode programming ........................................... 17
■SET mode items ........................................................ 18
8 BATTERY CHARGING ........................................... 23–26
■Battery charging ........................................................ 23
■Battery caution .......................................................... 23
■Optional battery case ................................................ 24
■Optional battery chargers .......................................... 25
9 SWIVEL BELT CLIP ............................................... 27–28
■MB-87 contents ......................................................... 27
■To attach .................................................................... 27
■To detach ................................................................... 28
10 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 29
11 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST .................................... 30
12 SPECIFICATIONS........................................................ 31
13 OPTIONS...................................................................... 32
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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OPERATING RULES
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DPriorities
• Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and
keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls
take priority over all others.
• You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating
on another channel.
• False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under 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 LICENSE
When your craft is equipped with a VHF FM transceiver, you
must have a current radio station license before using the
transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not
licensed.
Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government
agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license. This license in-
cludes the call sign which is your craft’s identification for radio
purposes.
(2) OPERATOR’S LICENSE
A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license
most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio
is not required for safety purposes.
The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be
posted near the transceiver or be kept with the operator. Only
a licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver.
However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a transceiver
if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call and
makes 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 a
radio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are not
required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be
thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regulations.
NOTE: Even though the IC-M32 is capable of operation
on 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 occupational in USA
waters.
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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
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■Supplied accessories
The following accessories are supplied: Qty.
• Flexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Belt clip (MB-68) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
■Attachments
DFlexible antenna
Connect the supplied flexible an-
tenna to the antenna connector.
CAUTION!
• NEVER HOLD by the antenna
when carrying the transceiver.
• Transmitting without an an-
tenna may damage the trans-
ceiver.
DHandstrap
Pass the handstrap through
the loop on the side of the
transceiver as illustrated at
right. Facilitates carrying.
DBelt clip
Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
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ïBattery pack
To remove the battery pack:
Turn the screw counterclockwise, then pull the battery pack
in the direction of the arrow as shown below.
To attach the battery pack:
Insert the battery pack in the IC-M32 completely, then turn the
screw clockwise.
NEVER remove or insert the battery pack when the trans-
ceiver is wet or soiled. This may result water or dust get-
ting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the
transceiver being damaged.
NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, use
a coin or flat-blade screwdriver to loosen or tighten the bot-
tom screw.
CAUTION!:
When attaching or removing a battery pack, make sure the
rubber 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.
OPEN
LOCK
Screw position
when removing battery
OPEN
LOCK
Screw position
when attaching battery
Make sure both the rubber seal (purple) is set to the groove
correctly and dust or else does not adhere to it.
Battery pack Battery pack
Rubber seal
Groove
Correct position Incorrect position
NOTE:
When attaching a battery pack, make sure dust or else does
not adhere to the rubber seal. If dust or else is on the seal
when attaching a battery pack, the water resistant may be
reduced.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
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■Front, top and side panels
qPOWER SWITCH [PWR]
Push and hold to turn power ON and OFF.
wANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 2)
Connects the supplied antenna.
eSCAN/DUAL KEY [SCN•DUAL]
•Starts and stops normal or priority scan. (p. 15)
•Enters watch mode when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 16)
• Exits watch mode when pushed during watch operation.
(p. 16)
rTRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY [H/L•LOCK]
•Selects high or low power when pushed. (p. 11)
•Toggles the lock function ON/OFF when pushed for 1
sec. (p. 13)
tVOLUME UP/DOWN KEYS [+]/[–]•[VOL]
•Adjusts the volume level. (p. 10)
• After pushing [SQL•MONI], push to adjust the squelch
level. (p. 10)
ySQUELCH KEY [SQL•MONI]
•Push this key, then adjust the squelch level with [+]/[–].
(p. 10)
• Manually opens the squelch for monitoring the channel
while pushed and held. (p. 13)
•While pushing this key, turn power ON to enter the set
mode. (p. 17)
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Speaker
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uCHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [YY]/[ZZ]•[TAG]
•Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 8, 9)
•Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 17)
• Checks tag channels or changes scanning direction dur-
ing scan. (p. 15)
•Sets or clears the displayed channel as a tag (scanned)
channel when pushed both keys for 1 sec. (p. 15)
• While turning power ON, clears all tag channels in the se-
lected channel group when both keys are pushed. (p. 15)
iCHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL KEY [CH/WX•U/I/C]
•Toggles the regular channels and weather channel when
pushed. (p. 9)
•Selects one of 3 (or 2*) regular channel groups in se-
quence when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 9)
- U.S.A., International and Canadian* channels are available.
*Canadian channels are available for the USA version only.
•Push to return to the channel selection before selecting
the channel 16 or the call channel with [16•9].
oCHANNEL 16 KEY [16•9]
•Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 8)
•Selects the call channel when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 8)
- Channel 9 is factory default.
•Enters call channel programming condition when the call
channel is selected and this key is pushed for 3 sec.
(p. 12)
• Exits set mode when pushed during set mode operation.
(p. 17)
!0 PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
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■Function display
qTRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 11)
Appears while transmitting.
wBUSY INDICATOR
Appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch
opens. (p. 11)
“” blinks while monitoring. (p. 13)
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. 13)
Appears while the lock function is activated.
yBATTERY INDICATOR
Indicates remaining battery power.
uSCAN INDICATOR (p. 15)
Blinks while scanning.
iDUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATORS (p. 16)
“DUAL” appears during dualwatch; “TRI” appears during
tri-watch.
oDUPLEX INDICATOR
Appears when a duplex channel is selected.
!0 SUB CHANNEL READOUT
• Indicates Channel 16 during priority scan, dualwatch or
tri-watch. (p. 16)
• Indicates the SET mode item while in SET mode. (p. 17)
• Indicates the squelch level while squelch setting. (p. 10)
• Indicates the volume level while volume setting. (p. 10)
Indication
Full Middle Charging
required No battery
Battery level
blinks when the battery is exhaustion.
blinks when the battery over charged.
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!1 SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR
Shows the squelch level.
!2 VOLUME LEVEL INDICATOR
Shows the volume level.
!3 VOLUME LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR
Blinks while adjusting the volume level.
!4 SQUELCH LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR
Blinks 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
(p. 9)
• “WX” appears when the weather channel group is se-
lected.
• “ALT” appears while the weather alert function is acti-
vated; blinks when the alert tone is received.
!8 LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 11)
• “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.
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■Channel selection
IMPORTANT!: Prior to using the transceiver for the first
time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum
life and operation. To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn
the power OFF while charging.
DChannel 16
Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial
contact 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 monitor
Channel 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 operating
channel.
DChannel 9 (Call channel)
Channel 9 is the leisure-use call channel. Each regular chan-
nel group has separate call channels. In addition, the call
channel is monitored during tri-watch. The call channels can
be re-programmed (p. 12) and are used to store your most
often 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 select
the operating channel.
9
Push
for 1 sec.
9
Push
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DU.S.A., International and Canadian channels
There 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] for
1 sec.
•U.S.A., International and Canadian channels can be selected in
sequence.
DWeather channels
There are 10 weather channels. They are used for monitoring
weather channels from the NOAA (National Oceanographic
and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts (reception of
weather channels possible in USA only).
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.
✔
CONVENIENT!
The IC-M32 can detect a weather alert tone on the selected
weather channel while in another channel (when the power
save function is turned ON) or during scanning. See the “SET
mode items” on p. 18 for details.
U/I/C
Push
U/I/CU/I/C
U/I/C
Push for 1 sec.
U.S.A. channels
International channels Canadian channels
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■Adjusting the volume level
The volume level can be adjusted with [+]/[–].
➥Push [+]/[–] to adjust the volume level.
•“VOL” indicator starts blinking.
• There are 32 volume levels to choose.
• When no key is pushed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to nor-
mal condition.
■Adjusting the squelch level
The IC-M32 has a squelch level adjustment, even though there
is no control knob for it. In order to receive signals properly, as
well as for the scan to function effectively, the squelch must be
adjusted to the proper level.
qPush [SQL•MONI], then adjust the squelch level with [+]/[–].
- “SQL” indicator starts blinking.
- There are 11 squelch levels to choose from: OP is completely
open; 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.
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CONVENIENT!
The squelch level adjustment key can be selected from
[Y]/[Z] and [+]/[–] with following operation.
• While pushing both [SQL•MONI] and [Y], turn the power ON
to set [Y]/[Z] to the squelch level adjustment key.
• While pushing both [SQL•MONI] and [+], turn the power ON
to set [+]/[–] to the squelch level adjustment key.
Blinks during squelch
level adjustment.
Indicates the
squelch level.
Blinks during volume
level adjustment.
Indicates the
volume level.
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■Receiving and transmitting
qPush and hold [PWR] to turn power ON.
wSet the volume and squelch levels.
➥Push [SQL•MONI], and push [–] to open the squelch.
➥Push [SQL•MONI] to stop “SQL” indicator blinking, then
push [+]/[–] to set the volume level.
➥Push [SQL•MONI], and push [+]/[–] to set the squelch
level.
ePush [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel.
- When receiving a signal, “” appears and audio is emitted
from the speaker.
- Further adjustment of the volume may be necessary at this point.
rPush [H/L•LOCK] to select the output power if necessary.
- “LOW” appears when low power is selected; no indication when
high power is selected.
- Choose low power to conserve battery power, choose high
power for longer distance communications.
- Some channels are for low power only.
tPush and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the
microphone.
- “”appears.
- Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission.
yRelease [PTT] to receive.
IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your trans-
mitted signal, pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold
the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth
and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.
NOTE: The transceiver has a power save function to con-
serve the battery power. The power save function activates
automatically when no signal 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 ON
eSet channel
t Push to
transmit
y Release to
receive r Set output
power
w Set volume
w Set the
squelch level
w Set the squelch
level
Microphone
CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may
damage the transceiver.
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4BASIC OPERATION
New2001
■Call channel programming
The call channel key is used to select Channel 9 by default,
however, you can program your most often-used channel in
each channel group for quick recall.
qPush [CH/WX•U/I/C] for 1 sec.
several times to select the desired
channel group (USA, INT, CAN) to
be programmed.
wPush [16•9] for 1 sec. to select the
call channel.
•“CALL” and call channel number ap-
pear.
ePush [16•9] again for 3 sec. (until
a long beep changes to 2 short
beeps) to enter call channel pro-
gramming condition.
•Call channel number to be pro-
grammed flashes.
rPush [Y]/[Z] to select the desired
channel.
tPush [16•9] to program the dis-
played channel as the call chan-
nel.
•The call channel number stop flash-
ing.
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BASIC OPERATION
New2001
4
■Lock function
This function electronically locks all keys (except for [+]/[–],
[PTT], [SQL•MONI] and [H/L•LOCK]) to prevent accidental
channel changes and function access.
➥Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and
OFF.
■Automatic backlighting
This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto-
matic backlighting can be activated in SET mode. (p. 20)
➥Push any key except for [PTT] to turn the backlighting ON.
•The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of in-
activity.
■Monitor function
The monitor function releases the noise squelch mute. See
p. 19 for details of the monitor switch action.
➥Push [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec. to activate the monitor func-
tion.
•“ ” blinks and audio is emitted.
MONI
Push
for 1 sec.
Blinks while the monitor
function is used.
LOCK
Push
for 1 sec.
Appears while the
lock function is used.
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SCAN OPERATION
New2001
5
■Scan types
Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a
wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and
normal scan.
In addition, the weather alert and auto scan function is avail-
able for standby convenience. These functions can be acti-
vated simultaneously, depending on the settings in SET
mode. (pgs. 18, 19)
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. 18)
PRIORITY SCAN
Priority scan searches through all tag channels in sequence
while monitoring Channel 16. When a signal is detected on
Channel 16, scan pauses until the signal disappears; when
a signal is detected on a channel other than Channel 16,
scan becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears.
WX*
CH 01
CH 16
CH 02
CH 05 CH 04
CH 03
* Previously selected weather channel
when weather alert function is ON
NORMAL SCAN
Normal scan, like priority scan, searches through all tag
channels in sequence. However, unlike priority scan, Chan-
nel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a tag
channel.
CH 01 CH 02
WX*
CH 05 CH 04
CH 03
* Previously selected weather channel
when weather alert function is ON.
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SCAN OPERATION
New2001
■Setting tag channels
For more efficient scanning, add desired channels as tag
channels or clear the tag 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) by
pushing [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 group
While pushing and holding both [Y] and [Z], turn power ON
to clear all tag channels in the channel group.
■Starting a scan
Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan re-
sume timer and auto scan function in advance, using SET
mode. (pgs. 18, 19)
qSelect the desired channel group (USA, CAN, INT) by
pushing [CH/WX•U/I/C] for 1 sec., if desired.
•When the weather alert function is in use, select the desired
weather 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 on the sub channel readout during priority scan.
•When a signal is received, scan pauses until the signal disap-
pears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. according to scan resume
timer setting. (Channel 16 is still monitored during priority scan.)
•Push [Y]/[Z] to check the scanning tag channels, change the
scanning 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.
5
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DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH
New2001New2001
6
■Description
Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving
another channel; tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the call
channel while receiving another channel.
■Operation
qSelect 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 call
channel.
eTo cancel dualwatch/tri-watch, push [SCN•DUAL] again.
DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION
•If a signal is received on Channel 16, dualwatch/tri-watch
pauses 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-watch
Call channel
[Example]: Operating tri-watch on INT channel 07.
Tri-watch starts.
Push
for 1 sec.
Signal is received
on the call channel.
Signal received on
Channel 16 takes
priority.
Tri-watch resumes
after the signal
disappears.
DUAL
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SET MODE
6
7
New2001
■SET mode programming
SET mode is used to change the condition of 12 transceiver
functions: beep tone function, weather alert function, priority
scan function, scan resume timer, auto scan function, dual/tri-
watch function, monitor switch action, automatic backlighting,
LCD contrast selection, auto power save function, self check
function and battery voltage indicator.
DSET mode operation
qTurn power OFF.
wWhile pushing [SQL•MONI], turn power ON to enter SET
mode.
• “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 selected item is displayed in the dotted circle.
Auto scan
Starting item
Beep tone Battery voltage Scan resume timer
Dual/Tri-watch
Automatic
backlighting
Power save LCD contrast Monitor switch
Self check
Priority scan Weather alert
MONI
: Push
MONI
: Push and
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7SET MODE
New2001
■SET mode items
DBeep tone function “bP”
You can select silent operation by turning the beep tones
OFF, or you can have 2 types of confirmation beeps sound at
the 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 weather
alert tone indication 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 the
weather alert function is turned ON, the transceiver detects
the alert, the alert indicator (“ALT”) blinks and sounds a beep
tone until the transceiver is operated. The previously selected
(used) weather channel is checked any time during standby,
or while scanning, 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 channels
in sequence while monitoring Channel 16.
Push
Normal scan (default) Priority scan
Push
Weather alert function
OFF (default)
Weather alert function
ON
Push
Beep tone ON (default)
Beep tone OFF
User beep
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SET MODE
New2001
7
DScan resume timer “St”
The scan resume timer can be set as a pause (OFF) or timer
scan (ON). When OFF is selected, the scan pauses until a
received signal disappears. When ON is selected, the scan
pauses for 5 sec. after receiving a signal and then resumes
even if the signal has been received.
DAuto scan function “AS”
The Auto scan function starts the desired scan automatically
when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for
30 sec.
DDual/Tri-watch function “dt”
This item selects dual or tri-watch as desired. See p. 16 for
details.
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 squelch
opens and emits audio. The squelch is held open while
continuously pushing and holding [SQL•MONI]. (default)
• Ho (HOLD): After pushing the [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., the squelch
opens and emits audio even [SQL•MONI] is released.
To close the squelch, push any key.
Push
Push setting (default) Hold setting
Push
Dualwatch function
(default)
Tri-watch function
Push
Auto scan OFF (default) Auto scan ON
Push
Scan resume timer OFF
(default)
Scan resume timer ON
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New2001
DAutomatic backlighting “bL”
This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto-
matic backlighting turns the backlighting ON when any key
except 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) and
OFF (low contrast).
DPower save function “PS”
The power save function reduces current drain by deactivat-
ing the receiver circuit for preset intervals.
• ON : The power save function is turned ON. The power save func-
tion will activate when no signal is received, and no operation
is performed for 5 sec.
• OFF: The power save function is turned OFF.
Push
Power save ON
(default)
Power save OFF
Push
LCD contrast ON
(default)
LCD contrast OFF
Push
Auto backlighting ON
(default)
Auto backlighting OFF
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SET MODE
New2001
7
DSelf 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 it
switches to operation mode.
• Temperature : Outside of –25°C to +65°C; –13°F to +149°F
(approx.)
• Connected battery voltage
• Water intrusion
When error messages as shown below are displayed, see
troubleshooting for advice. (p. 29)
DBattery voltage indicator “bt”
The voltage of the connected battery pack can be turned ON
(displayed for 2 sec.) or OFF (non-displayed) after power is
turned ON.
Battery voltage
indication OFF
(default)
Push
Battery voltage
indication ON
Temperature error Battery voltage error Water intrusion error
Push
Self check OFF (default) Self check ON
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New2001
Indication Switch
Beep tone function
Function
Weather alert function
Priority scan function
Scan resume timer
Auto scan function
Dual/Tri-watch function
Monitor switch action
Automatic backlighting
LCD contrast selection
Power save function
Self check function
OFF / ON* / US
OFF* / ON
OFF* / ON
OFF* / ON
OFF* / ON
Dual* / Tri
Push* / Hold
OFF / ON*
OFF / ON*
OFF / ON*
OFF* / ON
OFF* / ON
"bP"
"AL"
"Pr"
"St"
"AS"
"dt"
"Sq"
"bL"
"LC"
"PS"
"SC"
"bt"
Battery voltage indicator
SET MODE LIST
*Default setting
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BATTERY CHARGING
7
8
■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 the
power OFF while charging.
• Recommended temperature range for charging:
+10°C to +40°C (+50°F to +104°F)
• Use the specified chargers (BC-150, BC-119N and BC-
121N). NEVER use another manufacture’s charger.
• Use the supplied AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V) for
the BC-150. NEVER use another manufacture’s adapters.
NEVER connect DC power to the battery case when in-
stalling alkaline batteries. Such a connection will damage
the transceiver.
DRecycling information (U.S.A. only)
The product that you have purchased contains a
rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At
the end of its life, under various state and local
laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery
into the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-822-
8837 for battery recycling options in your area or
contact your dealer.
■Battery caution
CAUTION! NEVER insert battery pack/transceiver
(with the battery pack attached) with wet or soiled into the
charger. This may result in corrosion of the charger terminals
or damage to the charger. The charger is not waterproof and
water can easily get into it.
NEVER incinerate used battery pack. Internal battery gas
may cause an explosion.
NEVER immerse battery pack in water. If the battery pack
becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to
the transceiver.
NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Also, cur-
rent may flow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace,
etc. Therefore, be careful when carrying with, or placing near
metal objects, carrying in handbags, etc.
If your battery pack seem to have no capacity even after
being charged, completely discharge them by leaving the
power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack
again. If the batteries still do not retain a charge (or very little),
new battery pack must be purchased.
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8BATTERY CHARGING
New2001
ïCharging connections
qAttach the BC-150 to a flat surface, such as a desk or
cabin, etc., if desired.
wConnect the AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V) as
shown below.
eInsert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the
charger.
• The charge indicator lights green.
rCharge the battery pack approx. 8 hours, depending on
the remaining power condition.
DO NOT charge BP-224 more than 12 hours. Other-
wise, BP-224 will be damaged. BP-224 must be
charged for 8–12 hours only.
■Optional battery case
When using a battery case attached to the transceiver, install
6 ×AA(R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated below.
qRemove the battery case from the transceiver.
wInstall 6 ×AA(R6) size alkaline batteries.
•Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
CAUTION:
•When installing batteries, make sure they are all the
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and
old batteries together.
•Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean bat-
tery terminals once a week.
AC adapter
(BC-147A/E
or BM-95V)
IC-M32BP-224
BC-150
Supplied screws
Charge indicator
Lights green when
BP-224 (with/without
IC-M32) is inserted.
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BATTERY CHARGING
New2001
8
■Optional battery chargers
ïAD-103 installation
qInstall the AD-103 desktop charger adapter into the holder
space of the BC-119N/121N.
wConnect the plugs of the BC-119N/121N to the AD-103
desktop charger adapter with the connector, then install
the adapter into the charger with the supplied screws.
Screws supplied with
the charger adapter
Desktop charger adapter
Connector
Plug
Not used
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8BATTERY CHARGING
New2001
ïRapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-103
The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of battery
packs. The following are additionally required.
• AD-103 charger adapter
• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending
on version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L).
ïRapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-103
The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be
charged simultaneously. The following are additionally re-
quired.
• Six AD-103 charger adapters
• An AC adapter (BC-124) or the DC power cable (OPC-656)
AD-103 charger
adapters are installed
in each slot.
IC-M32
BP-224
DC power cable (OPC-656)
(Connect with the DC power supply;
13.8 V/at least 7 A)
AC adapter
(Purchase
separately)
AD-103 charger
adapter is installed
in BC-119N.
AC adapter
(Not supplied with
some versions.)
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.
IC-M32
BP-224
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SWIVEL BELT CLIP
8
9
■MB-87 contents
Qty.
qBelt clip ……………………………………………………… 1
wBase clip …………………………………………………… 1
■To attach
qSlide the base clip into the plastic loop on the back of the
transceiver as illustrated below.
wClip the belt clip to a part of your belt and insert the trans-
ceiver into the belt clip until the base clip fitting into the
groove.
eOnce the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels as illus-
trated below.
q w
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9SWIVEL BELT CLIP
New2001
■To detach
➥Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the
arrow and pull out from the belt clip.
RRCAUTION!
HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN HANGING
OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT
CLIP.
Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the holder
or swivelled properly if the transceiver is accidentally
dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
9
10
PROBLEM 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. 10
p. 10
—
•Set squelch to the threshold point.
•Push [+]/[–] to set a suitable level.
•Drain water from the speaker.
The transceiver does
not turn ON.
•The battery is exhausted.
•Bad connection to the battery pack.
p. 23
p. 3
•Recharge the battery pack.
•Check the connection to the transceiver.
Transmitting is impossi-
ble, or high power can
not be selected.
•Some channels are for low power or re-
ceive only.
•The battery is exhausted.
•The battery over charged.
•The output power is set to low.
pgs. 8,
9, 30
p. 23
—
p. 11
•Change channels.
•Recharge the battery pack.
•Verify the battery voltage is correct.
•Push [H/L•LOCK] to select high power.
The displayed channel
cannot be changed.
•Lock function is activated. •Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. to cancel the
function.
p. 13
Scan does not start. •“TAG” channels are not programmed. •Set the desired channels as “TAG” channels. p. 15
No beeps. •Beep tones are turned OFF. •Set the beep tones to ON (Fix Beep/User
Beep) in SET mode.
p. 18
Self check error.
(Temperature)
•The temperature is outside of –25°C to
+65°C; –13°F to +149°F (approx)
•Leave the transceiver at room temperature
for a while. Turn the power ON to check if the
internal temperature has returned to normal.
Self check error.
(Battery voltage)
•The connected battery pack’s voltage is
more 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 local
distributor or dealer to see whether the trans-
ceiver works properly or not.
—
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VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST
New2001New2001
11
Channel number
USA CAN
Transmit
Receive
Frequency (MHz)
INT
Channel number Frequency (MHz)
USA CAN
Transmit
ReceiveINT
Channel number Frequency (MHz)
USA CAN
Transmit
ReceiveINT
Channel number Frequency (MHz)
USA CAN
Transmit
ReceiveINT
WX channel Frequency (MHz)
Transmit Receive
01 156.050 160.650
01A 156.050 156.050
02 156.100 160.700
03 156.150 160.750
03A 156.150 156.150
156.200 160.800
04A 156.200 156.200
156.250 160.850
05A 05A 156.250 156.250
06 06 156.300 156.300
156.350 160.950
07A 07A 156.350 156.350
08 08 156.400 156.400
09 09 156.450 156.450
10 10 156.500 156.500
11 11 156.550 156.550
12 12 156.600 156.600
13*13*156.650 156.650
14 14 156.700 156.700
15*15*156.750 156.750
16 16 156.800 156.800
17*17*156.850 156.850
156.900 161.500
18A 18A 156.900 156.900
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15*
16
17
18
156.950 161.550
19A 19A 156.950 156.950
20 20*157.000 161.600
21 157.050 161.650
21A 21A 157.050 157.050
157.100 161.700
22A 22A 157.100 157.100
23 157.150 161.750
23A 157.150 157.150
24 24 157.200 161.800
25 25 157.250 161.850
26 26 157.300 161.900
27 27 157.350 161.950
28 28 157.400 162.000
60 156.025 160.625
156.075 160.675
61A 61A 156.075 156.075
156.125 160.725
62A 156.125 156.125
156.175 160.775
63A 156.175 156.175
64 156.225 160.825
64A 64A 156.225 156.225
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
60
61
62
63
64
20A 157.000 157.000
66A 66A*
156.325 160.925
67*67 156.375 156.375
68 68 156.425 156.425
69 69 156.475 156.475
70 70 156.525
71 71 156.575 156.575
72 72 156.625 156.625
73 73 156.675 156.675
74 74 156.725 156.725
77*77*156.875 156.875
156.925 161.525
78A 78A 156.925 156.925
156.975 161.575
79A 79A 156.975 156.975
157.025 161.625
80A 80A 157.025 157.025
157.075 161.675
81A 81A 157.075 157.075
157.125 161.725
82A 82A 157.125 157.125
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
77
78
79
80
81
82
156.325 156.32566A
85 85 157.275 161.875
85A 157.275 157.275
86 86 157.325 161.925
86A 157.325 157.325
87 87 157.375 161.975
87A 157.375 157.375
88 88 157.425 162.025
88A 157.425 157.425
85
86
87
88
21b Rx only
Rx only
161.650
25b Rx only 161.850
28b Rx only 162.000
83b Rx only 161.775
4
1 RX only 162.550
2 RX only 162.400
3 RX only 162.475
5 RX only 162.450
6 RX only 162.500
7 RX only 162.525
8 RX only 161.650
9 RX only 161.775
10 RX only 163.275
RX only 162.425
156.275 160.875
65A 65A 156.275 156.275
65
65A 84A
83 157.175 161.775
83A 83A 157.175 157.175
84 84 157.225 161.825
83
84
157.225 157.225
*Low power only.
NOTE: Simplex channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT
be lawfully used by the general occupational in USA waters.
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SPECIFICATIONS
New2001
GENERAL
• Frequency coverage : Transmit 156.025–157.425 MHz
Receive 156.050–163.275 MHz
• Mode : FM (16K0G3E)
• Channel spacing : 25 kHz
• Power supply requirement : BP-223, BP-224 only
• Current drain (at 7.5 V DC) : TX High (5 W) 1.5 A typical.
Max. audio 200 mA typical
Power save 20 mA typical
• Frequency stability : ±10 ppm (–20°C to +60°C)
• Useable temperature range : –20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F
• Dimensions : 61 (W) ×135(H) ×41(D) mm
(Projections not included) 213⁄32(W) ×55⁄16(H) ×15⁄8(D) inch
• Weight (with BP-224) : Approx. 360 g (12.7 oz)
TRANSMITTER
• Output power (at 7.5 V DC) : 5 W (Hi) and 1 W (Low)
• Modulation system : Variable reactance frequency
modulation
• Max. frequency deviation : ±5 kHz
• Adjacent channel power : 70 dB
• Spurious emissions : Less than –68 dBc
RECEIVER
• Receive system : Double-conversion
superheterodyne
• Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) : 0.25 µV typical
• Squelch sensitivity : Less than 0.35 µV (at threshold)
• Intermodulation rejection ratio : 70 dB typical
• Spurious response rejection ratio : 70 dB typical
• Adjacent channel selectivity : 70 dB typical
• Audio output power : 0.35 W typical at 10% distortion
with an 8 Ωload
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or
obligation.
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DBATTERY CASE AND PACK
•BP-223
BATTERY CASE
Battery case for 6 ×AA (R6) alkaline cells.
•BP-224 Ni-Cd
BATTERY PACK
7.2 V/750 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack.
DCHARGERS
•BC-119N
DESKTOP CHARGER
+ AD-103
CHARGER ADAPTER
+ BC-145
AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is supplied with
the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 1.5 to 2
hours
•BC-121N
MULTI
-
CHARGER
+ AD-103
CHARGER ADAPTER
(6 pcs.)
+ BC-124
AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-103’s are re-
quired) simultaneously. An AC adapter should be purchased sepa-
rately. Charging time: approx. 1.5 to 2 hours.
•BC-150
DESKTOP CHARGER
+ BC-147A/E or BM-95V
AC ADAPTER
Used for regular charging of battery pack. The same as supplied
with the transceiver. Charging time: approx. 8 hours
DBELT CLIPS
•MB-68
BELT CLIP
The same as supplied with the transceiver.
•MB-74N
BELT CLIP
Exclusive alligator-type belt clip.
•MB-87
SWIVEL BELT CLIP
Belt clip for swivel type.
DDC CABLES
•CP-17L
CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE
Allows to charge the battery pack through a 12 V cigarette lighter
socket. (For BC-119N)
•OPC-515L/OPC-656
DC POWER CABLES
Allows to charge the battery pack using 13.8 V power source in-
stead of the AC adapter.
OPC-515L: For BC-119N
OPC-656 : For BC-121N
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