ICOM orporated 279501 IC-M90 VHF Marine Transceiver User Manual IC M90 instruction manual
ICOM Incorporated IC-M90 VHF Marine Transceiver IC M90 instruction manual
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IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page A INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER iM90 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page i 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 hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is W ARN ING NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled 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 exposure to humans: • FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. • American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic 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 (MB86/103), Rechargeable Ni-Cd Battery Pack (BP-225) and Alkaline Battery Case (BP-223). To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines: C AU TIO N • DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio. • DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “TX indicator” lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch. • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips which are listed on page 33 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side. The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to 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. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page ii IN CASE OF EMERGENCY RECOMMENDATION If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16. CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operation. Otherwise, the transceiver’s keys, switches and controllers may become inoperable due to salt crystallization. ❍ 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 vessel. 4. “LOCATED AT .....................” (your position) MIC /SP 5. The nature of the distress and assistance required. 6. Any other information which might facilitate the rescue. ii IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page iii FOREWORD FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M90 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. ☞ Waterproof construction Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environment, the IC-M90 meets JIS waterproof specification grade 7 while using BP-223 (option) or BP-225. ☞ Dualwatch and tri-watch functions IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com- pletely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M90. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock RWARNING may occur. CAUTION NOTE iii Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. Convenient functions which allow you to monitor the distress channel (Ch 16) while receiving a channel of your choice—dualwatch; 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 19(H) × 35(W) mm; 3⁄4(H) × 13⁄8(W) inch, the IC-M90’s function display is easy to read and shows operating conditions at a glance. Backlighting and contrast can be adjusted to suit your preferences. ☞ Simple operation 6 large buttons on the front panel provide user-friendly operation. The independent volume and channel buttons are located on the front panel for convenient one-hand operation. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page iv 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 (1 inch) from exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the BP-225 or BP-223. 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): MARINE, –30°C (–22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F): LMR. 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. BE CAREFUL! The IC-M90 employs waterproof construction, 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 guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, etc. 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. 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. Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries. iv IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page v TABLE OF CONTENTS 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 .......................................................... 4–6 ■ Front, top and side panels ....................................................... 4 ■ Function display ...................................................................... 5 4 BASIC OPERATION ............................................................. 7–11 ■ Channel selection ................................................................... 7 ■ Receiving and transmitting ...................................................... 9 ■ Call channel programming .................................................... 10 ■ Lock function ......................................................................... 10 ■ Signal strength indicator function .......................................... 10 ■ Monitor function .................................................................... 10 ■ Adjusting the squelch level .................................................... 11 ■ Automatic backlighting .......................................................... 11 ■ Voice scrambler operation ..................................................... 11 5 SCAN OPERATION ........................................................... 12–13 ■ Scan types ............................................................................ 12 ■ Setting tag channels ............................................................. 13 ■ Starting a scan ...................................................................... 13 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH ...................................................... 14 ■ Description ............................................................................ 14 ■ Operation .............................................................................. 14 7 LAND CHANNEL OPERATION ............................................... 15 ■ LAND channel group ............................................................. 15 ■ CTCSS and DTCS display .................................................... 15 ■ VOX function ......................................................................... 15 8 SET MODE ......................................................................... 16–21 ■ SET mode programming ....................................................... 16 ■ SET mode items ................................................................... 17 9 BATTERY CHARGING ....................................................... 22–25 ■ Battery charging .................................................................... 22 ■ Battery cautions .................................................................... 22 ■ Optional battery case ............................................................ 23 ■ Optional battery chargers ...................................................... 24 10 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP ............................................. 26 ■ MB-86 contents ..................................................................... 26 ■ Attachment ............................................................................ 26 ■ Detachment ........................................................................... 26 11 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE .................................. 27 ■ Descriptions .......................................................................... 27 ■ Attachment ............................................................................ 27 12 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................. 28 13 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST ............................................... 29 14 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 30 15 QUICK REFERENCE .............................................................. 31 16 OPTIONS ................................................................................. 33 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 1 OPERATING RULES D Priorities • Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others. • You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. (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. • False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law. D Privacy • Information overheard but not intended for you cannot lawfully be used in any way. • Indecent or profane language is prohibited. D Radio 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 includes the call sign which is your craft’s identification for radio purposes. 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 regulations 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-M90 is capable of operation on VHF marine channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83, according to FCC regulations these simplex channels cannot be lawfully used by the general occupational in USA waters. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ■ Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied: Qty. • Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • Belt clip (MB-103) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • Ni-Cd battery pack (BP-225) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • Battery charger (BC-158) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • Screws for the BC-158 (M3.5 × 20) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 • AC adapter (BC-147A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • Flexible antenna (FA-S59V) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 D Handstrap Pass the handstrap through the loop on the top of the transceiver as illustrated at right. Facilitates carrying. ■ Attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. NEVER HOLD by the antenna when carrying the transceiver. D Belt clip Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below. Supplied screws MIC/SP IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 3 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ï Battery pack To remove the battery pack: Turn the screw counterclockwise, then pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below. NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, use a coin or flat-blade screwdriver to loosen or tighten the bottom screw. To attach the battery pack: Insert the battery pack in the IC-M90 completely, then turn the screw clockwise. CAUTION!: When attaching or removing a battery pack, make sure the rubber seal is set in the groove of the battery pack correctly. If the seal is not neatly in the groove it may be damaged when attaching the battery pack. If the seal is damaged, waterproofing is not guaranteed. NEVER remove or insert the battery pack when the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result water or dust getting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the transceiver being damaged. NOTE: When the lock screw does not easily (feels tight), check to ensure the battery pack is sufficiently inserted to the transceiver. DO NOT bang or cause high impact to the battery pack, as this may damage the battery pack/or the transceiver. 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. Make sure both the rubber seal (purple) is set to the groove correctly and dust or else does not adhere to it. LO CK Screw position when removing battery OPEN Screw position when attaching battery Incorrect position Correct position LO CK Rubber seal OPEN Groove Battery pack Battery pack IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 4 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front, top and side panels MIC/SP r TRANSMIT/RECEIVE INDICATOR Lights green while receiving a signal or when the squelch is open; lights red while transmitting. !0 w MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC] Connects the optional external microphone. NOTE: Attach the [SP MIC] cap when the optional speaker-microphone is not used. e ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna. !1 q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. t CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL SWITCH [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] • Selects and toggles the regular channels and weather channel when pushed. (p. 8) • Selects one of 4 regular channels in sequence when pushed for 1 sec. (pgs. 8, 15) - U.S.A., International, Canadian and Land channels are available. • Push to return to the condition before selecting the channel when the priority channel or the call channel is selected. y SCAN SWITCH [SCAN•DUAL] • Starts and stops normal or priority scan when pushed. (pgs. 12, 13) • Enters watch mode when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 14) IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 5 PANEL DESCRIPTION u TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK SWITCH [Hi/Lo• • Selects high, middle or low power when pushed. (p. 9) • Toggles the lock function ON/OFF when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 10) i CHANNEL 16 SWITCH [16•9] • Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 7) • Selects call channel when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 7) • Enters call channel write mode when the call channel is selected and this switch is pushed for 3 sec. (p. 10) Y]/[Z Z] o CHANNEL UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y • Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 7–9) • Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 16) • Selects the SET mode item when pushed with [SQL]. (p. 16) • Checks tag channels or changes scanning direction during scan. (p. 13) !0 SQUELCH SWITCH [SQL•MONI] • Push this switch, then adjust the squelch level with Y]/[Z Z]. (p. 11) [Y • Manually opens the squelch for monitoring the channel while pushed and held. (p. 10) • While pushing this switch, turn power ON to enter the set mode. (p. 16) !1 PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. ■ Function display q w e !8 !7 !6 !5 !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 q SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR (pgs. 10, 20) Shows the relative signal strength while receiving signals. w TRANSMIT POWER INDICATOR • “LOW” appears when low power is selected. • “MID” appears when middle power is selected. • No indication appears when high power is selected. e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 13) Appears when tag channel is selected. r SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR (p. 11) Show the squelch level. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 6 PANEL DESCRIPTION t MONITOR INDICATOR (p. 10) Appears when the monitor function is activated. y BATTERY INDICATOR Indicates remaining battery power. !3 DUPLEX INDICATOR Appears when a duplex channel is selected. Indication Battery level Full Middle Charging required No battery blinks when the battery over charged. blinks when the battery is exhaustion. !4 SUB CHANNEL READOUT • Indicates Channel 16 during priority scan or dualwatch. (p. 14) • Indicates the SET mode item while on the SET mode. (p. 16) u WEATHER CHANNEL/WEATHER ALERT INDICATORS (p. 8) • “WX” appears when the weather channel group is selected. • “WX ALT” appears while the weather alert function is activated. !5 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT • Indicates the selected operating channel number. • In SET mode, indicates the selected condition. i BELL INDICATOR Blinks when an alert tone is received. !7 CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR Appears when the call channel is selected. o SCAN INDICATOR (p. 13) “SCAN” blinks during scan. !8 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR “U” appears when U.S.A.; “I” appears when International; “C” appears when Canadian; “ ” appears when LAND channel group is selected. !0 VOX INDICATOR (p. 15) “VOX” appears during the VOX function is used. !1 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATORS (p. 14) “DUAL” blinks during dualwatch; “TRI” blinks during triwatch. !2 SCRAMBLER INDICATOR Appears when the optional voice scrambler is activated. (pgs. 11, 20) !6 LOCK INDICATOR Appears while the lock function is activated. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 7 BASIC OPERATION ■ Channel selection IMPORTANT!: Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power OFF while charging. D Channel 16 Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communications. Channel 16 is automatically monitored during both dualwatch and tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16. q Push [16•9] to select Channel 16. w Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] to return to the condition before selecting Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating channel. D Channel 9 (Call channel) Channel 9 is the leisure-use call channel. Each regular channel group has separate call channels. In addition, the call channel is monitored during tri-watch. The call channels can be re-programmed (p. 10) and are used to store your most often used channels in each channel group for quick recall. q Push [16•9] to select the call channel. • “CALL” and the call channel number appear. • Call channel can be re-programmed. See the “Call channel programming” on p. 10 for details. w Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] to return to the condition before se- lecting Channel 9 (call channel), or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating channel. Push Push IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 8 BASIC OPERATION D U.S.A., International and Canadian channels D Weather channels The IC-M90 has 57 U.S.A., 57 International and 61 Canadian channels. These channel groups may be specified for the operating area. The IC-M90 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 U.S.A. only). q Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] to select the regular channel. • If the weather channel appears, push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] again. w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel. • “DUP” appears for duplex channels. e To change the channel group, push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] for 1 sec. • U.S.A., International and Canadian channels can be selected in sequence. Depending on the setting, LAND channel can be selected. See the “LAND CHANNEL OPERATION” on p. 15 for details. q Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] to select the weather channel group. w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a weather channel. e Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] to return to the condition before selecting the weather channel group. Push Push for 1 sec. ✔ CONVENIENT! The IC-M90 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. 17 for details. U.S.A. channels International channels Canadian channels* IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 9 BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. q Rotate [VOL] clockwise to turn power ON. w UseSet the volume and squelch level. ➥ Push [SQL•MONI], and push [√] to open the squelch. ➥ Push [SQL•MONI] to stop “SQL” indicator blinking, then rotate [VOL] to set the volume level. ➥ Push [SQL•MONI], and push [∫]/[√] to set the squelch level. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. - When receiving a signal, the [TRANSMIT/RECEIVE] indicator lights green while audio is emitted from the speaker. - Further adjustment of [VOL] may be necessary at this point. r Push [Hi/Lo• ] to select the output power if necessary. IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your transmitted 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 conserve the battery power. The power save function activates automatically when no signal is received for 5 sec. To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the ICM90 has a time-out timer function. This timer cuts a transmission OFF after 5 min. of continuous transmission. y Push to transmit u Release to receive MIC/SP - “LOW” appears when low power is selected; “MID” appears when middle 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. t Push and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the microphone. - The [TRANSMIT/RECEIVE] indicator lights red while transmitting. - Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission. y Release [PTT] to receive. q Power ON e Set volume Speaker Microphone w Set the squelch level e Set volume r Set channel w Set the squelch level t Set output power IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 10 BASIC OPERATION ■ Call channel programming ■ Lock function The call channel switch is used to select Channel 9 by default, however, you can program your most often-used channel in each channel group for quick recall. This function electronically locks all switches (except for [PTT], [SQL•MONI] and [Hi/Lo• ]) to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. ➥ Push [Hi/Lo• ] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and OFF. q Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] for 1 sec. to several times to select the desired channel group (USA, INT, CAN) to be programmed. w Push [16•9] for 1 sec. to select the call channel. • “CALL” and call channel number appear. e Push [16•9] again for 3 sec. (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to enter call channel programming condition. • Call channel number to be programmed flashes. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. Appears while the lock function is used. ■ Signal strength indicator function The received signal strength level is indicated by number of bars as below. This indicator can be hided in set mode (p. 20) if desired. Indication Signal strength Strong Middle Weak No signal or very weak ■ Monitor function t Push [16•9] to program the displayed channel as the call channel. • The call flashing. 10 channel number stop The monitor function releases the noise squelch mute to check the volume level. See p. 18 for details of the monitor switch action. ➥ Push [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec. to activate the monitor function. •“ ” appears and audio is emitted. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 11 BASIC OPERATION ■ Adjusting the squelch level ■ Voice scrambler operation The IC-M90 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. D Activating the scrambler q Push [SQL•MONI], then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/[Z]. - “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 switch is pushed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to normal condition. w Push [SQL•MONI] again to return to normal condition. Blinks during the squelch level adjutment. Push Indicates the squelch level. ■ Backlighting function This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The backlighting brightness can be adjusted in the SET mode. (p. 18) ➥ Push any switch except for [PTT] to turn the backlighting ON. The voice scrambler provides private communications. In order to receive or send scrambled transmissions, you must activate the scrambler function first. q Select an operating channel except Channel 16, 70 or weather channels. w While pushing and holding [SQL•MONI], push [SCAN•DUAL]. • “SCRM” appears. Appears when the voice scrambler function is in use. e To turn the scrambler function OFF, repeat step w. • “SCRM” disappears. D Programming scramble codes There are 32 codes (1 to 32) available for programming. Set the code on the SET mode. In order to understand each other, all transceivers in your group must have the same scramble code, as well as the same scrambler unit. See p. 20 for “Scrambler code” setting details. • The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. 11 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 12 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan types Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and normal scan. In addition, the “Weather alert” and “Auto scan” functions are available for standby convenience. These functions can be activated simultaneously, depending on the settings on the SET mode. (pgs. 17, 18) CH 01 CH 02 CH 16 CH 05 CH 01 CH 03 CH 04 * Previously selected weather channel when weather alert function is ON 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. 12 Choose priority or normal scan on the SET mode. (p. 17) NORMAL SCAN PRIORITY SCAN WX* Set the tag channels (scanned channel) before scanning. Clear the tag channels which inconveniently stop scanning, such as digital communications. CH 02 WX* CH 03 CH 05 CH 04 * Previously selected weather channel when weather alert function is ON. Normal scan, like priority scan, searches through all tag channels in sequence. However, unlike priority scan, Channel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a tag channel. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 13 SCAN OPERATION ■ Setting tag channels ■ Starting a scan 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. Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer and auto scan function in advance, using the SET mode. (pgs. 17, 18) q Select the desired channel to set as a tag channel. w Push both [Y] and [Z] for 1 sec. to set the displayed channel as a tag channel. q Select the desired channel group (USA, CAN, INT) by pushing [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] for 1 sec., if desired. •“ ” appears in the function display. e To 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. • When the weather alert function is in use, select the desired weather channel with [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] and [Y]/[Z]. w Push [SCAN•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 disappears 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. e To stop the scan, push [SCAN•DUAL]. • “SCAN” disappears. • Pushing [PTT], [16•9] or [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] also stops the scan. [Example]: Starting a normal scan. Push Scan starts. Receiving a signal and audio is emitted. Push for 1 sec. to stop the scan 13 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 14 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH ■ Description ■ Operation Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving another channel; tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the call channel while receiving another channel. q Select the desired operating channel. w Push [SCAN•DUAL] for 1 sec. to start dualwatch or tri-watch (depending on the SET mode setting). DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION Call channel • “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. e To cancel dualwatch/tri-watch, push [SCAN•DUAL] again. [Example]: Operating tri-watch on INT channel 07. Tri-watch starts. Push for 1 sec. Dualwatch Tri-watch • 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/triwatch, push and hold [PTT]. 14 Signal is received on the call channel. Signal ireceived on Channel 16 takes priority. Tri-watch resumes after the signal disappears. IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 15 LAND CHANNEL OPERATION ■ LAND channel group ■ CTCSS and DTCS display A max. of 100 programmable LAND mobile channels (allocated 146.000 to 174.000 MHz) can be programmed into the LAND channel group for simple communication with LMR transceivers in the VHF band. Moreover, any of the marine channels in the USA, INT and CAN channel groups can be programmed. The default setting of the LAND channel group is the same as that of the INT channel group. Ask your local Icom dealer for the LAND channel group setting and LMR frequency programming details. When DTCS or CTCSS is set, the display shows the indications as below. Appears when DTCS is set. Appears when CTCSS is set. q Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] to select a regular channel. • If weather channel appears, push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] again. w To change the channel group, push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] for 1 sec. several times. •“ ” appears when LAND channel group is selected. Push for 1 sec. ■ VOX function The VOX function (voice operated transmission) starts transmission without pushing [PTT] when you speak into microphone; then automatically returns to receive when you stop speaking (hands-free operation becomes possible). NOTE: An optional headset and optional headset adapter is required for the VOX operation. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel. • “DUP” appears for duplex channels. NOTE: The default settings (e.g. call channel programming) of the LAND channel group are same as the U.S.A., International and Canadian channels. Refer to the appropriate pages for details. ➥ Push and hold [SQL•MONI], then push [Hi/Lo• ] to turn the VOX function ON/OFF while connecting the headset and optional headset adapter to [SP MIC] connector. • “VOX” appears on the LCD while the VOX function turns ON. • The “VOX gain” and “VOX delay” can be set on the SET mode. (p. 21) 15 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 16 SET MODE ■ SET mode programming D SET mode operation SET mode is used to change the condition of 17 transceiver functions: beep tone function, weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer, auto scan function, dual/triwatch function, monitor switch action, automatic backlighting, LCD contrast selection, auto power save function, self check function, battery voltage indicator, signal strength indicator, squelch sensitivity, scrambler code, VOX gain and VOX delay. q Turn power OFF. w While pushing [SQL•MONI], turn power ON to enter the SET mode. • “bp” (Beep tone function setting) appears. e Push [SQL•MONI] or [SQL•MONI] and [Y]/[Z] to select the desired item, if necessary. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition of the item. t To exit the SET mode, push [16•9]. D SET MODE ITEMS The displays show the default settings, and the selected item is displayed in the dotted circle. VOX gain VOX delay Scrambler code Beep tone Weather alert Priority scan Scan resume timer Dual/Tri-watch Starting item Push : Push and Squelch sensitivity Monitor switch : Push Signal strength meter 16 Auto scan Battery voltage and Self check Power save LCD contrast Backlighting IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 17 SET MODE ■ SET mode items D Beep tone function “bP” D Priority scan function “Pr” 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. The transceiver has 2 scan types—normal (OFF) and priority (ON) scans. Normal scan searches all tag channels in the selected channel group. Priority scan searches all tag channels in sequence while monitoring Channel 16. • 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. Push Normal scan (default) Push Beep tone ON (default) Priority scan D Scan resume timer “St” Beep tone OFF D Weather alert function “AL” An NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone before any important weather announcements. When the weather alert function is turned ON, the transceiver detects the alert, the alert indicator (“ ”) 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. 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. Push Scan resume timer OFF (default) Scan resume timer ON Push Weather alert function OFF (default) Weather alert function ON 17 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 18 SET MODE D Auto scan function “AS” D Monitor switch action “Sq” The Auto scan function starts the desired scan automatically when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 30 sec. The monitor switch action cuts off the squelch function temporarily. This switch action contains PUSH (Pu) or HOLD (Ho) settings as shown below. Push • Pu (PUSH): After pushing [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., the squelch opens and emits audio. The squelch is held open while continuously pushing and holding [SQL]. (default) • Ho (HOLD): After pushing [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., the squelch opens and emits audio even [SQL•MONI] is released. To close the squelch, push any switch. Auto scan OFF (default) Auto scan ON D Dual/Tri-watch function “dt” This item selects dual or tri-watch as desired. See p. 14 for details. Push Push setting (default) Push Dualwatch function (default) Hold setting D Backlighting function “bL” Tri-watch function This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The backlighting brightness can be adjusted from OFF, 1 (dark)–3 (bright); 3 (default). Select 1–3 to turn this function ON. • The automatic backlighting turns the backlighting ON when any switch except for [PTT] is pushed. • The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. Push Backlighting ON (default) 18 Backlighting OFF IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 19 SET MODE D LCD contrast selection “LC” D Self check function “SC” The contrast of the LCD can be adjusted from 4 levels. The self check function checks transceiver conditions by itself, and informs you in case a problem is found. The following items are checked after the power is turned ON, then it switches to operation mode. • 1 (bright)–4 (dark); 3 (default) Push bright default • Temperature : Outside of –35°C to +73°C; –31°F to +163°F (approx.) • Connected battery voltage D Auto power save function “PS” The auto power save function reduces current drain by deactivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. • ON : The power save function is turned ON. The power save function will activate when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 5 sec. • OFF: The power save function is turned OFF. Push Self check OFF (default) Self check ON When error messages as shown below are displayed, see troubleshooting for advice. (p. 28) Push Power save ON (default) Power save OFF Temperature error Battery voltage error 19 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 20 SET MODE D Battery voltage indicator “bt” D Squelch sensitivity function “SS” This function contains display or non-display settings of the voltage of the connected battery pack when the power is ON. When this function is turned ON, blocking against noise is improved. Therefore the squelch is not easily affected by noise. • The voltage of the connected battery pack is displayed for 2 sec. after power is turned ON. Push Battery voltage indication OFF (default) Push Battery voltage indication ON D Signal strength indicator “Sl” The signal strength indicator displays received signal strength as “S-meter”. This function is convenient to check the signal strength visually. Squelch sensitivity OFF (default) D Scrambler code “cd” There are 32 codes (1 to 32) available for programming. In order to understand each other, all transceivers in your group must have the same scrambler code. • The strength is displayed at 4 steps. • The antenna mark and 3 bars appear when receiving strong signals. • The antenna mark only appears when receiving no signal. Signal strength indication OFF (default) 20 Push Scrambler code 1 (default) Push Signal strength indication ON Squelch sensitivity ON Scrambler code 32 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 21 SET MODE SET MODE LIST D VOX gain “ga” Adjusts the VOX gain (from 1 to 6) to turn transmitting automatically when speaking with the optional headset. • In case of setting to 1, the VOX gain sets to dulling. • In case of setting to 6, the VOX gain sets to sharpening. Push VOX gain 3 (default) VOX gain 6 D VOX delay “dL” Sets the VOX delay timer (0.5 to 3.0 sec. in 0.5 sec. steps) that keeps on transmitting after you stop speaking. • In case of setting to 0.5 (0.5 sec.), the VOX delay sets to short. • In case of setting to 3.0 (3.0 sec.), the VOX delay sets to long. Push VOX delay 1.0 (default) VOX delay 3.0 Function Indication Switch Beep tone function “bP” OFF/ON*/US Weather alert function “AL” OFF*/ON Priority scan function “Pr” OFF*/ON Scan resume timer “St” OFF*/ON Auto scan function “AS” OFF*/ON Dual/Tri-watch function “dt” Dual*/Tri Monitor switch action “Sq” Push*/Hold Backlighting function “bL” OFF/1/2/3* LCD contrast selection “LC” 1/2/3*/4 Auto power save function “PS” OFF/ON* Self check function “SC” OFF*/ON Battery voltage indicator “bt” OFF*/ON Signal strength indicator “SI” OFF*/ON Squelch sensitivity “SS” OFF*/ON Scrambler code “cd” 1*/2/· · ·/31/32 VOX gain “ga” 1/2/3*/4/5/6 VOX delay *default setting “dL” 0.5/1.0*/1.5/2.0/2.5/3.0 21 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 22 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Battery charging ■ Battery cautions Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. CAUTION! NEVER 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-158, BC-119N and BC-121N). NEVER use another manufacture’s charger. • Use the supplied AC adapter for the BC-158. NEVER use another manufacture’s adapters. NEVER connect DC power to the battery case when installing Alkaline batteries. Such a connection will damage the transceiver. D Recycling information 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 1-800822-8837 for battery recycling options in your area or contact your dealer. 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 packs. 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 immediately (particularly the battery terminals BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace, etc. Therefore, be careful when carrying with, or placing near metal objects, 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. Turn power OFF the transceiver when charging the battery pack with the transceiver. Otherwise, the battery pack may not become full-charging or may not charge properly. 22 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 23 BATTERY CHARGING ï Charging connections q Attach the BC-158 to a flat surface, such as a desk or cabin, etc., if desired. w Connect the AC adapter as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger. • The charge indicator lights green. r Charge the battery pack approx. 12 hours, depending on the remaining power condition. DO NOT charge BP-225 more than 18 hours. Otherwise, BP-225 will be damaged. BP-225 must be charged for 12–18 hours only. IC-M90 Turn power OFF MIC/SP ■ Optional battery case When using a battery case attached to the transceiver, install 6 × AA(R6) size Alkaline batteries as illustrated below. q Remove the battery case from the transceiver. w Install 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 battery terminals once a week. BP-225 Charge indicator Lights green when the BP-225 (with/without IC-M90) is inserted. Supplied screws AC adapter BC-158 23 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 24 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Optional battery chargers ï AD-109 installation q Connect the 10-pins connector of the charger to the AD-109 desktop charger adapter’s plug. w Install the adapter into the charger in the direction of the arrow, then screw supplied 2 screws to fix the charger adapter with the charger. NOTE: BE CAREFUL not to catch the unused 3-pins plug between the charger and the charger adapter. NOTE: The 3-pins connector is not used. Supplied screws Desktop charger adapter 10-pins connector Not used (3-pins connector) Plug 24 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:53 PM Page 25 BATTERY CHARGING ï Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-109 ï Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-109 The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of battery packs. The following are additionally required. • AD-109 charger adapter • An AC adapter (BC-147A) or the DC power cable (OPC515L/CP-17L). The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following are additionally required. • Six AD-109 charger adapters • An AC adapter (BC-124) or the DC power cable (OPC-656) Turn power OFF IC-M90 IC-M90 Turn power OFF MIC/SP MIC/SP BP-225 BP-225 AC adapter (Purchase separately) AD-109 charger adapters are installed in each slot. AD-109 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. DC power cable (OPC-656) (Connect with the DC power supply; 13.8 V/at least 7 A) 25 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 10 3:54 PM Page 26 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP ■ MB-86 contents e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it swivels as illustrated below. Qty. Belt clip ………………………………………………………… 1 Base clip ……………………………………………………… 1 Supplied screws ……………………………………………… 2 ■ Attachment q Screw the supplied 2 screws to fix the base clip with the back of the transceiver as illustrated below. Supplied screws ■ Detachment ➥ Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the arrow and pull out from the belt clip. MONI SQL w Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt and insert the transceiver into the belt clip until the base clip fitting into the groove. PTT R CAUTION! HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN HANGING OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP. Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the belt clip or swivelled properly if the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged. 26 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:54 PM Page 27 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ■ HM-125 Descriptions Alligator type clip To attach the speaker-mic. to your shirt or collar, etc. PTT switch Transmits during push. Receives during release. Microphone Speaker NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes wet, be sure to dry BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the speaker-microphone, as shown in the diagram above. To maximize the readability of your transmitted signal (voice), hold the microphone approx. 2.5 cm (1 inch) from your mouth, and speak in a normal voice level. 11 ■ Attachment Insert the connector of the speaker-microphone into [SP MIC] connector on the transceiver and rotate (screw) the connector cover as shown in the diagram below. Set the triangle mark to the front side. Detaching: Pull up the cap in the direction of the arrow to detach it. Attaching: Attach the cap in the direction of the arrow completely. 10 11 CAUTION: Attach the speaker-microphone’s connector securely to prevent accidental dropping, or water intrusion in the connector. IMPORTANT: KEEP [SP MIC] connector cap attached (transceiver) when the speaker-microphone is not in use. Water will not get into the transceiver even if the cover is not attached, however, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the connector has become wet. 27 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 12 3:54 PM Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM The transceiver does not turn ON. No sound from the speaker. POSSIBLE CAUSE • The battery is exhausted. • Bad connection to the battery pack. • Squelch level is too deep. • Volume level is too low. • Speaker has been exposed to water. • Water has entered to [SP MIC] connector. Transmitting is impos- • Some channels are for low power or resible, or high power ceive only. • The battery is exhausted. can not be selected. • The battery over charged. • The output power is set to low. The displayed channel • Lock function is activated. cannot be changed. • “TAG” channels are not programmed. Scan does not start. • Beep tones are turned OFF. No beeps. Self check error. (Temperature) Self check error. (Battery voltage) 28 SOLUTION • Recharge the battery pack. • Check the connection to the transceiver. • Set squelch to the threshold point. • Rotate [VOL] to set a suitable level. • Drain water from the speaker. • Dry [SP MIC] connector. • Change channels. • Recharge the battery pack. • Verify the battery voltage is correct. • Push [Hi/Lo• ] to select high power. • Push [Hi/Lo• ] for 1 sec. to cancel the function. • Set the desired channels as “TAG” channels. • Set the beep tones to ON (Fix Beep/User Beep) on the SET mode. • The temperature is outside of –35°C to • Leave the transceiver at room temperature for a while. Turn the power ON to check if the +73°C; –31°F to +163°F (approx) internal temperature has returned to normal. • The connected battery pack’s voltage is • Verify the battery voltage is correct. more than 11 V. REF. p. 22 p. 3 p. 9 p. 9 — — pgs. 8, 9, 29 p. 23 — p. 9 p. 10 p. 13 p. 17 — — IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:54 PM Page 29 13 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive 01 01 01A 156.050 160.650 19A 156.050 156.050 20 20A 02 02 156.100 160.700 03 03 156.150 160.750 03A 156.150 156.150 04A 156.200 156.200 06 157.050 161.650 68 67 156.375 156.375 86 68 68 156.425 156.425 86A 69 69 69 156.475 156.475 87 70 70 Rx only 156.525 87A 22A 157.100 157.100 23 23 71 71 71 156.575 156.575 88 157.150 161.750 72 72 72 156.625 156.625 88A 85 85 157.275 161.875 157.275 157.275 86 86 157.325 161.925 157.325 157.325 87 87 157.375 161.975 157.375 157.375 88 88 157.425 162.025 157.425 157.425 157.150 157.150 73 73 73 156.675 156.675 21b Rx only 161.650 24 24 157.200 161.800 74 25b Rx only 161.850 25 25 25 157.250 161.850 74 77* 156.725 156.725 156.350 160.950 74 77* 156.875 156.875 28b Rx only 162.000 07A 156.350 156.350 26 26 26 157.300 161.900 156.925 161.525 83b Rx only 161.775 27 157.350 161.950 23A 08 156.400 156.400 27 27 09 09 09 156.450 156.450 28 28 28 157.400 162.000 10 10 10 156.500 156.500 60 60 156.025 160.625 11 11 11 156.550 156.550 61 12 12 12 156.600 156.600 13* 13 13* 156.650 156.650 14 15* 14 15* 14 15* 156.700 156.700 16 16 16 156.800 156.800 17* 17 17* 156.850 156.850 61A 63 156.950 161.550 *Low power only. 156.175 156.175 64A 65 65A 65A 64 78A 156.925 156.925 156.975 161.575 79 79A 79A 156.975 156.975 80A 82A 83 64A 156.225 156.225 83A 156.275 160.875 84 65A 156.275 156.275 84A 84 Receive RX only 162.550 80A 157.025 157.025 RX only 162.400 157.075 161.675 RX only 162.475 81A 157.075 157.075 RX only 162.425 157.125 161.725 RX only 162.450 82A 157.125 157.125 82 156.225 160.825 Frequency (MHz) Transmit 81 81A WX channel 157.025 161.625 80 156.175 160.775 63A 64 78A 156.125 160.725 62A 156.125 156.125 156.750 156.750 156.900 161.500 61A 156.075 156.075 77 78 156.075 160.675 62 18A 156.900 156.900 19 67 70 08 18A 85 85A 157.100 161.700 08 18 66A 66A* 156.325 156.325 21A 157.050 157.050 22 22A 157.000 157.000 66A 67* 24 06 07 07A 21 156.325 160.925 66 156.300 156.300 05A 156.250 156.250 06 21A 156.250 160.850 05 05A 21 156.200 160.800 04 20 19A 156.950 156.950 20* 157.000 161.600 RX only 162.500 157.175 161.775 RX only 162.525 83A 157.175 157.175 RX only 161.650 157.225 161.825 RX only 161.775 157.225 157.225 10 RX only 163.275 83 84 12 13 NOTE: Simplex channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general occupational in USA waters. 29 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 14 3:54 PM Page 30 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL • Frequency coverage [Marine] TX RX [LMR] TX/RX • Mode [Marine] [LMR] • Channel spacing • Number of programmable ch. • Power supply requirement • Current drain (at 7.5 V DC) • Useable temperature range [Marine] [LMR] • Frequency stability • Antenna impedance • Dimensions (Projections not included) • Weight (with BP-225) TRANSMITTER • Output power (at 7.5 V DC) : 156.025–157.425 MHz 156.050–163.275 MHz 146.000–174.000 MHz : 16K0G3E (Wide) : 16K0F3E (Wide)/8K50F3E (Narrow) : 25 kHz (Wide) 12.5 kHz (Narrow; LMR only) : 100 channels : BP-223, BP-224 or BP-225 only : TX High (5 W) 1.6 A typical TX Mid. (3 W) 1.2 A typical TX Low (1 W) 0.7 A typical Power save 20 mA typical : –20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F : –30°C to +60°C; –22°F to +140°F : ±5 ppm (–30°C to +60°C; –22°F to +140°F) : 50 Ω : 65(W) × 145(H) × 44(D) mm 29⁄16(W) × 523⁄32(H) × 13⁄4(D) inch : Approx. 410 g (14.46 oz) • Modulation system • Microphone impedance • Max. frequency deviation [Marine] [LMR] • Adjacent channel power [Marine] [LMR] • Spurious emissions : 5 W (Hi), 3 W (Middle) and 1 W (Low) : Variable reactance frequency modulation : 2 kΩ : ±5 kHz : ±5 kHz (Wide), ±2.5 kHz (Narrow) : 70 dB : 70 dB (Wide), 60 dB (Narrow) : Less than –70 dBc typical RECEIVER • Receive system : Double-conversion superheterodyne • Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) : 0.25 µV typical • Squelch sensitivity : Less than 0.35 µV typical (at threshold) • Intermodulation rejection ratio : 70 dB typical • Spurious response rejection ratio : 70 dB typical • Adjacent channel selectivity (Typical) [Marine] : 70 dB [LMR] : 70 dB (Wide), 60 dB (Narrow) • Audio output power : 0.35 W typical at 10% distortion with an 8 Ω load All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. 30 31 6. Any other information which might facilitate the rescue. 5. The nature of the distress and assistance required. 4. LOCATED AT (your position) 3. Your call sign or other indication of the vessel. 2. THIS IS (name of vessel) 1. MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY. DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE e Complete iM90 w Fold for 1 sec. Push USA/International/Canadian/LAND channels (p. 8) Push Weather channel (p. 8) Push r Push [16 9] to program the displayed channel as the call channel. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. w Push [16 9] for 3 sec. (until long beep changes to 2 short beeps) q Push [16 9] to select the call channel. Call channel programming (p. 10) for 1 sec. Push Channel 9/Call channel (p. 7) Important operating instructions are summed up in this and the following page for your simple reference. By cutting along the line and folding on the dotted line, it will become a card sized operating guide which can easily be carried in a card case or wallet, etc. n IN CASE OF EMERGENCY m USING CHANNEL 16 q Cut 15 Channel 16 (p. 7) QUICK REFERENCE OPERATION GUIDE 3:54 PM04.8.23 n CHANNEL SELECTION (pgs. 7, 8, 10) IC-M90.qxd Page 31 Page 32 3:54 PM 04.8.23 IC-M90.qxd Refer to pgs. 15 20 for set mode item. n SET MODE (pgs. 16 21) q While pushing [SQL MONI], turn power ON. w Push [SQL MONI] again to select an item. condition. e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired erating mode. r Push [16 9] to return to regular op- n WEATHER ALERT (pgs. 8, 17) q Turn the weather alert item in the SET mode ON (p. 17). w Select WX channel; or start scanning. Push [SCAN scanning. DIAL] n SCAN (pgs. 12, 13) to start/stop MONI] for 1sec. to active the monitor function. w Push [SQL SET mode (p. 18). q Select monitor switch action in n MONITOR FUNCTION (p. 10) Push [SQL MONI], then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/[Z]. n SQUELCH LEVEL (p. 11) Push [Hi/Lo for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and OFF. n DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH (p. 14) n LOCK FUNCTION (p. 10) mode (p. 18). q Select dual or tri-watch in the SET channel. w Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired e Push [SCAN D/T] for 1 sec. to start dualwatch or tri-watch (depending on SET mode). r To cancel dualwatch/tri-watch, push [SCAN D/T] again. n TAG CHANNELS (p. 13) q Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel. the TAG setting ON and OFF. w Push [Y]/[Z] for 1 sec. to change 32 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 3:54 PM Page 33 OPTIONS 16 D BATTERY CASE AND PACK D DC CABLES • BP-225 Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/1100 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack. • BP-224 Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/750 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack. • BP-223 BATTERY CASE Battery case for 6 × AA (R6) Alkaline cells. • 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 instead of the AC adapter. OPC-515L: For BC-119N OPC-656 : For BC-121N D CHARGERS • BC-119N DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-109 CHARGER ADAPTER + BC-145A AC ADAPTER For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is supplied with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 2.2 to 2.8 hours • BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER + AD-109 CHARGER ADAPTER (6 pcs.) + BC-124 AC ADAPTER For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-109’s are required) simultaneously. An AC adapter should be purchased separately. Charging time: approx. 2.2 to 2.8 hours. • BC-158 DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-147A AC ADAPTER Used for regular charging of battery pack. The same as supplied with the transceiver. Charging time: approx. 12 hours D OTHER OPTIONS • HM-125 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE Full sized waterproof (JIS grade 7; 1m/30 min.) speaker-microphone including alligator clip to attach to your shirt or collar. etc. • HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 HEADSET + OPC-1392 HEADSET CABLE HS-94: Ear-piece type HS-95: Neck-arm type HS-97: Throat microphone D BELT CLIPS • MB-103 BELT CLIP The same as supplied with the transceiver. • MB-86 SWIVEL BELT CLIP Belt clip for swivel type. • MB-96F/96N BELT HANGER ➥MB-96F: Attaches with the supplied belt clip (Not swivel type). ➥MB-96N: Belt hanger for swivel type. 16 Usable options are depended on versions. Ask your convenient dealers or distributors for details. 33 IC-M90.qxd 04.8.23 A-6383H-1EX Printed in Japan © 2004 Icom Inc. 3:54 PM Page 34 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
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