ICOM orporated 286900 VHF/UHF Dual Band FM Transceiver User Manual IC P7A

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF/UHF DUALBAND FM TRANSCEIVER
iP7A
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CELLULAR RADIO TELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED
UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.
FOREWORD
IMPORTANT
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-P7A
VHF/UHF DUALBAND FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with
Icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper
care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free
operation.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely
We want to take a couple of moments of your time to thank you
for making your IC-P7A your radio of choice, and hope you
agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.” Many hours
of research and development went into the design of your ICP7A.
before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for
the IC-P7A.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
WORD
D FEATURES
❍ Covers the 0.495–999.990 MHz*
frequency range
*Some frequency bands are disabled according to version
DEFINITION
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
R WARNING!
may occur.
CAUTION
NOTE
Equipment damage may occur.
Recommended for optimum use. No risk of
personal injury, fire or electric shock.
❍ CTCSS and DTCS encoder/decoder standard
❍ 1250 memory channels* with 18 banks
available
*200 auto write and 50 scan edge channels are included.
❍ 1800 mAh large capacity Li-Ion battery
standard
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.
PRECAUTION
RWARNING RF EXPOSURE!
This device emits
Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Caution should be observed
when operating this device. If you have any questions regarding RF exposure and safety standards please refer to the
Federal Communications Commission Office of Engineering
and Technology’s report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC
Guidelines for Human Radio Frequency Electromagnetic
Fields (OET Bulletin 65)
NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.
The transceiver may be damaged.
RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the
body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm
(2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a
earphone, headphones or other audio accessories at high
volume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous
high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in your
ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while
driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—
anything less may result in an accident.
NEVER operate or touch the transceiver with wet hands.
This may result in an electric shock or damage the transceiver.
DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
in areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14˚F) or above
+60°C (+140˚F).
Place the unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by
children.
AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they can damage the transceiver’s
surfaces.
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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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
q Battery pack (BP-243) ………………………………………1
w Battery charger (BC-164) …………………………………1
e Antenna ………………………………………………………1
r Handstrap ……………………………………………………1
t AC adapter* (BC-145LA/LE/LV) ……………………………1
(The shape of the BC-145LA, BC-145LE and BC-145LV are different.)
*Depending on versions. Not supplied with some versions.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD ............................................................................................. i
IMPORTANT ............................................................................................. i
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .......................................................................... i
PRECAUTION .......................................................................................... ii
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .................................................................... iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................... iii
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ........................................................... I–VIII
■ Preparation........................................................................................ I
■ Your first contact.............................................................................. III
■ Repeater operation .......................................................................... V
■ Memory programming..................................................................... VI
■ Programmed scan operation.......................................................... VII
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ................................................................... 1–4
■ Front, top and side panels ............................................................... 1
■ Function display .............................................................................. 3
2 BATTERY CHARGING ................................................................... 5–8
■ Caution ............................................................................................. 5
■ Battery installation ............................................................................ 7
■ Battery charging ............................................................................... 8
3 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING .................................... 9–12
■ VFO and memory channels.............................................................. 9
■ Operating band selection ................................................................. 9
■ Setting a frequency......................................................................... 11
■ Setting a tuning step....................................................................... 11
■ Selecting a memory channel .......................................................... 12
■ Selecting a call channel.................................................................. 12
4 BASIC OPERATION ................................................................... 13–18
■ Receiving........................................................................................ 13
■ Setting audio volume...................................................................... 13
■ Squelch level setting ...................................................................... 14
■ Operating mode selection .............................................................. 14
■ Monitor function.............................................................................. 15
■ Attenuator function ......................................................................... 15
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■ Transmitting.................................................................................... 16
■ Transmit power selection ............................................................... 16
■ Dial select step ............................................................................... 17
■ Lock function .................................................................................. 18
■ [DIAL] function assignment ............................................................ 18
REPEATER OPERATION............................................................ 19–23
■ General........................................................................................... 19
■ Offset frequency ............................................................................. 20
■ Subaudible tones............................................................................ 21
■ 1750 Hz tone .................................................................................. 22
■ Auto repeater function .................................................................... 23
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ..................................................... 24–33
■ General description ........................................................................ 24
■ Memory channel programming....................................................... 24
■ Memory bank setting ...................................................................... 25
■ Memory bank selection .................................................................. 26
■ Programming memory/bank name ................................................. 27
■ Selecting display type..................................................................... 28
■ Copying memory contents.............................................................. 29
■ Memory clearing............................................................................. 30
■ Transferring memory contents ....................................................... 31
■ Erasing/transferring bank contents................................................. 32
■ Call channel programming ............................................................. 33
■ Copying call channel contents........................................................ 33
SCAN OPERATION .................................................................... 34–41
■ Scan types...................................................................................... 34
■ Full/band/programmed scan........................................................... 35
■ Scan edges programming .............................................................. 36
■ Memory/bank scan ......................................................................... 37
■ Auto memory write scan................................................................. 38
■ Skip channel/frequency setting ...................................................... 39
■ Scan resume condition................................................................... 41
PRIORITY WATCH ..................................................................... 42–44
■ Priority watch types ........................................................................ 42
■ Priority watch operation.................................................................. 43
9 TONE SQUELCH AND POCKET BEEP .................................... 45–48
■ Tone/DTCS squelch operation ....................................................... 45
■ Tone squelch frequency/DTCS code setting .................................. 46
■ DTCS polarity setting ..................................................................... 47
■ Tone scan ....................................................................................... 48
10 SET MODE ................................................................................. 49–59
■ General........................................................................................... 49
■ Set mode items .............................................................................. 50
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS ................................................................. 60–64
■ Weather channel operation ............................................................ 60
■ Data cloning .................................................................................. 61
■ Auto power-off function .................................................................. 63
■ TV channel operation ..................................................................... 63
■ Partial reset .................................................................................... 64
■ All reset ......................................................................................... 64
12 FREQUENCY TABLE ................................................................. 65–72
■ TV channels ................................................................................... 65
■ VHF marine channels..................................................................... 68
■ Weather channels .......................................................................... 68
■ Other communications in the USA ................................................. 69
■ Other communications—other countries ........................................ 71
13 MAINTENANCE ......................................................................... 73–74
■ Troubleshooting.............................................................................. 73
■ Optional CP-21LR fuse replacement.............................................. 74
14 SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 75–76
■ Transceiver..................................................................................... 75
■ Battery pack (BP-243) .................................................................... 76
■ Battery charger (BC-164) ............................................................... 76
15 OPTIONS .................................................................................... 77–79
■ Options ........................................................................................... 77
16 POCKET GUIDE ......................................................................... 80–81
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11
12
13
14
15
16
17
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
■ Preparation
D Battery installation
D Antenna
qRemove the battery cover from the transceiver.
wInstall the BP-243 (Li-Ion battery pack).
Insert the supplied antenna into the
antenna connector and screw down
the antenna as shown at right.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
eReplace the battery cover to the transceiver.
NEVER hold the antenna when carrying the transceiver.
Facing up this side
Order
Keep the battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean
the battery terminals once a week.
Keep the jack cover attached when
jack is not in use to protect the connector from dust and moisture.
✔ For your information
Third-party antennas may increase transceiver performance. An optional AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR
ADAPTER is available to connect an antenna with a BNC
connector.
D Handstrap
Slide the handstrap through the
loop on the top of the rear panel as
illustrated at right. Facilities carrying.
D Charging description
D Charging the battery
Transceiver
to [12~16V DC INPUT] jack
• Takes approximately 3 hours for fully charge with the supplied
BP-243 battery pack.
• Charging indicator of BC-164 lights or blinks as follows.
SCAN
S.MW
SET
Charging
indicator
to AC outlet
AC adapter
to cigarette
lighter socket
BC-164
qPlug the AC adapter into an AC outlet; or the optional CP21LR into a cigarette lighter socket.
wInsert the adapter plug into [12~16V DC INPUT] of the BC164 BATTERY CHARGER.
eInstall the BP-243 BATTERY PACK (See left page) to the
transceiver
rBe sure to turn OFF the transceiver, then charge the battery with transceiver.
Optional CP-21LR
Cigarette lighter cable
with noise filter
RWARNING!:
NEVER charge any other than the specified battery pack.
Charging indicator status
Lights orange
Lights green
Blinking red
Quick reference guide
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Charging status
Charging
Charging is completed
Charging error*
* It may be charging outside of the specified temperature range: +5˚C to
+35˚C (+41˚F to +95˚F). Restore the specified temperature range and
reinsert the transceiver.
NOTE: The transceiver has battery indicator to show the
following information.
• No indicator appears when the installed battery pack has
ample capacity.
•“
” (battery indicator) appears when the battery pack
is nearing exhaustion.
•“
” blinks when the battery pack must be charged.
•“
” and “LOW” indicator appear just before the battery
pack is completely discharged and display turns OFF.
II
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
■ Your first contact
Now that you have your IC-P7A ready, you are probably excited to get on the air. We would like to take you through a
few basic steps to make your first experience “On The Air” enjoyable.
2. Adjusting audio level
Y]/[Z
Z] to set the desired audio level.
➥ Push [Y
D About default settings
The [DIAL] control function can be exchanged with the
Y]/[Z
Z] key functions by pushing and holding [FUNC] then
[Y
Y] or [Z
Z]. However, in this QUICK REFERENCE
push [Y
GUIDE, the factory default setting ([DIAL] sets operating frequency) is used to simplify the instructions.
D Basic operation
S.MW
SET
3. Adjusting squelch level
1. Turning ON the transceiver
➥ While pushing and holding [SQL] (ATT•SET), rotate [DIAL]
to set the squelch level.
➥ Push and hold [PWR] for 1
sec. to turn the power ON.
[DIAL]
• Opening indication passes
through, then frequency indication appears.
The opening indication can
be skipped. While pushing
and holding [FUNC], push
and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to
shortcut the opening indication.
III
SCAN
[Y]/[Z]
SCAN
[PWR]
S.MW
SCAN
SET
S.MW
[SQL]
SET
4. Tune the desired frequency
5. Operating mode selection
The tuning dial will allow you to dial in the frequency you want
to use. Pages 11 and 17 will instruct you on how to set the
tuning step size.
➥ While pushing and holding
[FUNC],
push
[CALL]
(MODE•SCAN) several times to
select the desired operating
mode.
qPush [BAND] (TS•LOCK) several times to select the desired frequency band.
[DIAL]
[CALL]
• While pushing and holding
[BAND] (TS•LOCK),
rotating
[DIAL] also selects frequency
band.
SCAN
S.MW
[BAND]
SET
wRotate [DIAL] to set the desired frequency.
• While pushing and holding
[FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
frequency in 1 MHz steps.
[FUNC]
• FM, WFM and AM modes are
selectable.
Quick reference guide
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
SCAN
S.MW
SET
[FUNC]
6. Transmit and receive
➥ Push and hold [PTT] to transmit then speak into the microphone; release to receive.
[PTT]
• Transmission is available on the
144 MHz/440 MHz (FM mode)
amateur bands only.
SCAN
S.MW
SET
Microphone
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
■ Repeater operation
1. Setting duplex
2. Repeater tone
qWhile pushing and holding
[FUNC], push and hold [SQL]
(ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set
mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select “DUP.”
[DIAL]
• The USA/KOREA versions have
an auto repeater function, therefore setting duplex is not required.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
wRotate [DIAL]
“T/TSQL.”
[FUNC]
eWhile pushing and holding
[FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
minus duplex or plus duplex.
qWhile pushing and holding
[FUNC], push and hold [SQL]
(ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set
mode.
S.MW
[SQL]
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
eWhile pushing and holding
[FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
the repeater tone activation.
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
S.MW
[SQL]
SET
SET
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
rPush [SQL] (ATT•SET) to exit set mode.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
[FUNC]
select
SCAN
SCAN
rPush [SQL] (ATT•SET) to exit set mode.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
to
[DIAL]
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
DTCS ATT
■ Memory programming
3. Writing a memory channel
The IC-P7A has a total of 1250 memory channels (including
200 auto write channels and 50 scan edges) for storing often
used operating frequency, mode, etc.
Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. until 3 beeps
sound.
1. Setting frequency
• Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing
to push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) after programming.
In VFO mode, set the desired receive frequency mode.
• When “
” indicator is displayed, push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select
the VFO mode.
2. Selecting a memory channel
Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to
enter select memory write mode
(1 short and 1 long beep sound),
then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
Quick reference guide
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
[DIAL]
SCAN
[V/M]
S.MW
SET
•“
” indicator and memory channel
number blink.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
SCAN
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
[V/M]
S.MW
SET
• To cancel and exit select memory write mode, push [V/M]
(SKIP•S.MW) momentarily.
VI
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
■ Programmed scan operation
50 channels of memories in 25 pairs are used to specify
scanning ranges for programmed scan operation. The programmed scan scans between “xxA” and “xxb” (xx=00 to 24)
channels. Therefore, before operating the programmed scan,
different frequencies must be programmed into the “A” and
“b” channels.
D Programming scan edges
Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. until 3 beeps
sound.
• Scan edge channel “b” is automatically selected when continuing to
push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) after programming.
• After programming is completed, the display returns to VFO indication.
A start and stop frequency must be programmed into a pair
of "xxA" or "xxb" channels.
4. Selecting a scan edge channel “b”
1. Setting frequency
Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1
sec., then rotate [DIAL] to select the
desired scan edge channel “b.”
In VFO mode, set the desired operating frequency and mode.
• When “
” indicator is displayed, push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select
the VFO mode.
2. Selecting a scan edge channel “A”
Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1
sec. to enter select memory write
mode (1 short and 1 long beep
sound), then rotate [DIAL] to select
the desired scan edge channel “A.”
•“
” indicator and scan edge channel
number blink.
VII
3. Writing a memory channel
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
•“
” indicator and scan edge channel
number blink.
• When the scan edge channel “b” is already selected at step 3, continuing to push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) after programming, skip this step.
5. Writing a memory channel
Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. until 3 beeps
sound.
• The next scan edge channel “A” is automatically selected when continuing to push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) after programming.
• After programming is completed, the display returns to VFO indication.
D Starting scan
1. Select VFO mode.
3. Starting scan
Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select the VFO mode for full, band
and programmed scan operation.
• Rotate [DIAL] to change the scanning direction.
Push [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) to start the scan.
• Select memory mode by pushing [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) again for memory or bank scan.
Push and hold [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) for 1 sec., then rotate
[DIAL] to select the desired scanning type.
• Available scan types when VFO mode is selected; “ALL” for full
scan; “BAND” for the selected band; one of “PROGxx” (xx=0 to 24)
for programmed scan.
• Available scan types when memory mode is selected; “M ALL” for all
memory scan “B ALL” for all bank scan, “B LINK” for bank link scan,
“BANK” for the selected bank scan.
• Scan type indication examples
• Full scan
• Band scan
[CALL]
SCAN
S.MW
SET
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
2. Selecting a scanning type
[DIAL]
• Full/Band scan
• Programmed scan
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
• All memory/All bank/
Bank link scan
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
• Programmed scan
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
• Bank scan
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
Quick reference guide
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
4. Cancelling scan
Push [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) again to stop scan.
✔ For your information
The memory channel number you program the scan edges
into correlate “PROGxx” as follows:
00A/00b: Select “PROG 00” to scan between frequencies
programmed in 00A and 00b channels.
01A/01b: Select “PROG 01” to scan between frequencies
programmed in 01A and 01b channels.
•
•
•
•
24A/24b: Select “PROG 24” to scan between frequencies
programmed in 24A and 24b channels.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
■ Front, top and side panels
q ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. I)
Connects to the supplied antenna.
!2
• An optional AD-92SMA adapter (p. 77) is available for connecting an antenna with a BNC connector.
!1
w EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACK [MIC/SP]
Connect an optional speaker-microphone or headset via
an optional OPC-782 PLUG ADAPTOR CABLE, if desired.
The internal microphone and speaker will not function
when the OPC-782 is connected. (See p. 77 for a list of
available options.)
Function display
(pgs 3, 4)
!0
SCAN
Microphone
S.MW
Speaker
SET
Y]/[Z
Z] can be exchanged. See page
*The function of [DIAL] and [Y
18 for details.
e PTT SWITCH [PTT] (p. 16)
➥ Push and hold to transmit, release to receive.
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push to toggle the
transmit output power between High and Low.
r FUNCTION KEY [FUNC]
Push and hold this key for access to secondary functions.
Y]/[Z
Z]
t UP/DOWN KEYS [Y
➥ Adjusts audio volume level.* (p. 13)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push either key to
Y]/[Z
Z] function. (p. 18)
exchange [DIAL] and [Y
PANEL DESCRIPTION
y CALL•MODE•SCAN KEY [CALL] (MODE•SCAN)
➥ Push momentarily to select the call channel. (p. 12)
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter the scan type selection
condition, push again to start a scan. (p. 35)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push momentarily
to select the operating mode. (p. 14)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold for
1 sec. to start a tone scan. (p. 48)
uVFO/MEMORY•MEMORY WRITE KEY [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW)
➥ Push momentarily to toggle between VFO and memory
mode. (p. 9)
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter select memory write
mode. (p. 24)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push momentarily
to select scan skip condition. (p. 40)
➥ During VFO scan, pushing and holding [FUNC], push
and hold for 1 sec. to store into highest blank memory
channel as PSKIP channel (p. 40)
i SQUELCH•ATTENUATOR•SET KEY [SQL] (ATT•SET)
➥ Push and hold to open the squelch temporarily and
monitor the operating frequency. (p. 15)
➥ While pushing and holding this key, rotate [DIAL]* to adjust the squelch level. (p. 14)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold for
1 sec. to enter set mode. (p. 49)
o POWER KEY [PWR]
Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the transceiver power ON
and OFF.
!0 BAND•TUNING STEP•LOCK KEY [BAND] (TS•LOCK)
➥ Push to select the operating frequency band. (p. 9)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push momentarily
to enter tuning step set mode. (p. 11)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold for
1 sec. to toggle the lock function ON and OFF. (p. 18)
!1 TX RX INDICATOR [TX/RX] (pgs. 13, 16)
Lights green while receiving a signal or when the squelch
is open; lights red while transmitting.
!2 CONTROL DIAL [DIAL]
➥ Rotate to select the operating frequency.* (p. 11)
➥ While scanning, changes the scanning direction.*
(p. 35)
➥ While pushing and holding [SQL] (ATT•SET), sets the
squelch level.* (p. 14)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], changes the operating frequency in 100 kHz, 1 MHz or 10 MHz increments in VFO mode.* (p. 11)
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], changes the memory channel in 10 channels steps in memory mode.*
(p. 12)
➥ While pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), selects
the operating band in VFO mode.* (p. 9)
➥ While pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), selects
the programmed bank or auto memory write channel in
memory mode.* (p. 9)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
■ Function display
!4
!3
!2
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
!1
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
q FREQUENCY READOUT
Displays a variety of information, such as an operating frequency, set mode contents, memory names.
• The smaller “75,” “50” and “25” on the right of the readout indicate 0.75, 0.5 and 0.25 kHz, respectively.
• The decimal point blinks during scan.
w DIAL/VOLUME EXCHANGE INDICATOR (p. 18)
Y]/[Z
Z] are exAppears when the function of [DIAL] and [Y
changed.
!0
e BATTERY INDICATOR
➥ No indicator appears when the installed battery pack
has ample capacity.
➥“
” (battery indicator) appears when the battery
pack is nearing exhaustion.
➥“
” blinks when the battery pack must be charged.
➥“
” and “LOW” indicator appear just before the battery pack is completely discharged and display turns
OFF.
PANEL DESCRIPTION
r PRIORITY WATCH INDICATOR (p. 43)
Appears when priority watch is in use.
!1 ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 15)
Appears when the RF attenuator is in use.
t LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 16)
➥ “LOW” appears when the low output power is selected.
➥ No indicator appears when the high output power is selected.
!2 TONE INDICATORS
➥ “T” appears while the subaudible tone encoder is in use.
(p. 21)
➥ “T SQL” appears while the tone squelch function is in
use. (p. 45)
➥ “DTCS” appears while the DTCS squelch function is in
use. (p. 45)
➥ “S” appears with the “T SQL” or “DTCS” indicator
while the pocket beep function (with CTCSS or DTCS) is
in use. (p. 45)
y S/RF METER
➥ Shows the relative signal strength while receiving signals. (p. 13)
➥ Shows the output power level while transmitting. (p. 16)
u SKIP INDICATORS (p. 39)
➥ “SKIP” appears when the selected memory channel is
set as a skip channel.
➥ “PSKIP” appears when the displayed frequency is sset
as a skip frequency.
i MEMORY CHANNEL NUMBER INDICATOR
➥ Shows the selected memory channel number. (pgs. 12,
24)
➥ “C” appears when the call channel is selected. (p. 12)
➥ “L” appears when the lock function is active. (p. 18)
!3 DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 19)
“DUP” appears when plus duplex, “–DUP” appears when
minus duplex (repeater operation) is selected.
!4 OPERATING MODE INDICATOR (p. 14)
Shows the selected operating mode.
• FM, WFM and AM are available.
o MEMORY INDICATOR (pgs. 12, 24)
Appears when memory mode is selected.
!0 AUTO WRITE CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 38)
Appears when auto write channel is selected.
2
BATTERY CHARGING
■ Caution
Misuse of LiTHIUM-ion batteries may result in the following hazards: smoke, fire, or the the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or
degradation of battery performance.
• R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery
packs with Icom radios. Only Icom battery packs are tested
and approved for use with Icom radios. Using third-party or
counterfeit battery packs may cause smoke, fire, or cause
the battery to burst.
D Battery caution
• R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the battery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted
or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy
pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside
of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show
cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may
rupture or catch fire.
• R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery pack in areas
with temperatures above +60˚C (+140˚F). High temperature
buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fires or
stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight may
cause the battery to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures may also degrade battery performance or shorten
battery life.
• R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow,
seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet
battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before
using. The battery by itself is not waterproof.
• R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery pack since internal battery gas may cause it to rupture, or may cause an
explosion.
• R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals. This may
cause heat generation, and the battery may burst, emit
smoke or catch fire.
• R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for
which it is specified. Never use a battery with any other
equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this instruction manual.
• R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your
eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean
water, without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.
• WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an
abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any
of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor.
• WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part
of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the
battery.
BATTERY CHARGING
• WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven,
high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker.
This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the battery to
rupture.
• CAUTION! Always use the battery within the specified temperature range for the transceiver (–10˚C to +60˚C; +14˚F
to +140˚F) and the battery itself (–20˚C to +60˚C; –4˚F to
+140˚F). Using the battery out of its specified temperature
range will reduce the battery’s performance and battery life.
Please note that the specified temperature range of the battery may exceed that of the transceiver. In such cases, the
transceiver may not work properly because it is out of its operating temperature range.
• CAUTION! Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is
left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive
temperature environment (above +50˚C; +122˚F) for an extended period of time. If the battery must be left unused for a
long time, it must be detached from the radio after discharging. You may use the battery until the battery indicator
shows half-capacity, then keep it safely in a cool dry place
with the temperature between –20˚C to +20˚C (–4˚F to
+68˚F).
D Charging caution
• R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with
extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves,
inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight. In such environments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging.
• WARNING! DO NOT charge or leave the battery in the battery charger beyond the specified time for charging. If the
battery is not completely charged by the specified time, stop
charging and remove the battery from the battery charger.
Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time
limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery may
ruprute.
• WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached
to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This
could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the
charger. The charger is not waterproof.
• CAUTION! DO NOT charge the battery outside of the specified temperature range: +5˚C to +35˚C (+41˚F to +95˚F).
Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚C (+68˚F).
The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the
specified temperature range. Additionally, battery performance or battery life may be reduced.
2
BATTERY CHARGING
■ Battery installation
Before installing, or replacing the battery pack, be sure to turn
OFF the transceiver. If it’s ON, push and hold [PWR] for 1
sec. to turn the power OFF.
qRemove the battery cover from the transceiver.
eReplace the battery cover to the transceiver.
Keep the battery contacts clean to avoid rust or poor contact. It’s a good idea to clean the battery terminals once a
week.
wInstall the BP-243 (Li-Ion battery pack).
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
Facing up this side
BATTERY CHARGING
■ Battery charging
D Charging connections
Transceiver
D Charging description
to [12~16V DC INPUT] jack
SCAN
qPlug the AC adapter into an AC outlet; or the optional CP21LR into a cigarette lighter socket.
wInsert the adapter plug into [12~16V DC INPUT] of the BC164 BATTERY CHARGER.
eInstall the BP-243 BATTERY PACK (See left page) in the
transceiver
rBe sure to turn OFF the transceiver, then charge the battery with transceiver.
• Takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge with the supplied BP243 battery pack.
S.MW
SET
Charging
indicator
to AC outlet
AC adapter
to cigarette
lighter socket
BC-164
Optional CP-21LR
Cigarette lighter cable
with noise filter
Charging indicator of BC -164
Orange (lights) : During charging.
Green (lights) : When the battery pack is charged completely.
Red (blinking) : Thecharger may be outside of the specified
temperature range: +5˚C to +35˚C (+41˚F to
+95˚F). Restore the specified temperature
range and reinsert the transceiver or contact
your dealer.
CAUTION: BE SURE to disconnect the CP-21LR from the
cigarette lighter socket when charging is finished, because,
a slight current still follows in the CP-21LR and the vehicle’s battery will become will be drained.
• Charging periods: Approx. 3 hours
3
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING
■ VFO and memory channels
■ Operating band selection
The IC-P7A has two primary operating modes: VFO mode
and memory mode.
The transceiver can receive the AM broadcast, HF band,
50 MHz, FM broadcast, VHF air, 144 MHz, 300 MHz,
400 MHz, 600 MHz, *800 MHz, television channels or
†
Weather channels.
VFO mode is used for setting the desired frequency within
the frequency coverage.
➥ Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode.
Memory mode is used for operating from memory channels
which have programmed frequencies.
➥ Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select memory mode.
• See p. 24 for memory programming details.
• VFO mode indication
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
Available frequency bands are differ depending on version.
See the specification for details. (p. 75)
*Some frequency ranges are inhibited for the USA version
due to local regulation.
†
Available for the USA version only.
➥ Push [BAND] (TS•LOCK) several times to select the desired
frequency band.
• When memory mode is selected, push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode first.
➥ While pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotating
[DIAL] also selects frequency band.
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
• Memory mode indication
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
[DIAL]
DTCS ATT
SCAN
S.MW
S.MW
SET
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
“
” and memory channel
number appear.
What is VFO?
VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator. Frequencies for receiving or transmitting are selected and controlled by the VFO.
Push
Push and hold
SCAN
S.MW
Dual operation
SET
+ [DIAL]
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING
• Available frequency bands
AM broadcast band
HF band
50 MHz band
FM broadcast band
: Push
Weather channels*
: Rotating
while pushing
VHF air band
Initial frequencies shown differ according to version.
*Available for the USA version only
†
Appears only when TV channels are programmed using the
optional CS-P7.
TV channels†
800 MHz band
144 MHz band
600 MHz band
400 MHz band
300 MHz band
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3
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING
■ Setting a frequency
■ Setting a tuning step
q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode, if necessary.
w Select the desired frequency band with [BAND] (TS•LOCK).
The tuning step can be selected for each frequency band.
The following tuning steps are available for the IC-P7A.
• 5.0 kHz* • 6.25 kHz* • 8.33 kHz† • 9.0 kHz‡ • 10.0 kHz
• 12.5 kHz • 15.0 kHz • 20.0 kHz • 25.0 kHz • 30.0 kHz
• 50.0 kHz • 100.0 kHz • 200.0 kHz
* Appears for below the 500 MHz bands only.
†
Appears for the VHF air band only.
‡
Appears for the AM broadcast band only.
• Or, while pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotate [DIAL]
to select the desired frequency band.
e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired frequency.
• The frequency changes according to the preset tuning steps.
See the section at right for setting the tuning step.
• While pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to change the
frequency in 1 MHz steps (default).
D Tuning step selection
[DIAL]
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
[DIAL] changes the frequency according to the
selected tuning step.
SCAN
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
S.MW
SET
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
While pushing [FUNC],
[DIAL] changes the frequency in 1 MHz steps (default).
The 1 MHz tuning step (dial select step) can be set to
100 kHz, 1 MHz or 10 MHz tuning steps in set mode. See
p. 17 for details.
11
qPush [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to
select VFO mode, if necessary.
wPush [BAND] (TS•LOCK)
several times to select the
desired frequency band.
• Or, while pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotate
[DIAL] to select the desired
frequency band.
eWhile pushing and holding
[FUNC], push [BAND]
(TS•LOCK) momentarily to
enter tuning step set mode.
rRotate [DIAL] to select the
desired tuning step.
tPush [BAND] (TS•LOCK) to
return to VFO mode.
[DIAL]
SCAN
S.MW
SET
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
5 kHz tuning step
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING
■ Selecting a memory channel
■ Selecting a call channel
qPush [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) momentarily to select memory
mode.
qPush [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) momentarily to select a call
channel.
wRotate [DIAL] to select the desired call channel.
•“
” appears when a memory channel is selected.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
• Only programmed memory channels can be selected.
• While pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select a
memory channel in 10 channel steps, blank channels can be selected in this case.
[DIAL]
[DIAL]
SCAN
SCAN
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
S.MW
SET
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
SCAN
[DIAL] changes the memory channel.
S.MW
S.MW
SET
ePush [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) or [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) momentarily to return to the previously selected mode.
• Call channel example (depends on version)
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
144 MHz band
Push
Push and hold
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
440 MHz band
Dual operation
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4
BASIC OPERATION
■ Receiving
■ Setting audio volume
Make sure charged battery pack (BP-243) is installed (p. 7).
The audio level can be adjusted to one of 40 levels.
q Push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON.
Y] or [Z
Z] to set the desired audio level.
w Push [Y
Y] or [Z
Z] to adjust the audio level.
➥ Push [Y
• The frequency display shows the volume level while setting. See
the section at right for details.
e Set the receiving frequency. (p. 11)
r Set the squelch level. (p. 14)
• If squelch is closed, push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) to verify the
audio level.
• Pushing and holding either key changes the audio level continuously.
• The display shows the volume level while setting.
• While pushing and holding [SQL] (ATT•SET), rotate [DIAL].
• The first click of [DIAL] indicates the current squelch level.
• “LEVEL 1” is loose squelch (for weak signals) and “LEVEL 9” is
tight squelch (for strong signals).
• “AUTO” indicates automatic level adjustment by a noise pulse
counting system.
• Push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) to open the squelch manually.
INDICATION
AUDIO LEVEL
Minimum setting
(no audio)
tWhen a signal is received:
• TX/RX indicator lights green.
• Squelch opens and audio is emitted.
• The S/RF meter shows the relative signal strength level.
SCAN
e Set frequency
r Set squelch level
Initial setting
SET
e Select band
w Set audio level
r Push for setting
the squelch
(Push to monitor)
13
S.MW
SCAN
S.MW
SET
q [PWR]
Muximum setting
BASIC OPERATION
■ Squelch level setting
■ Operating mode selection
The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal depending on the signal strength. The transceiver has 9 squelch levels, a continuously open setting and an automatic squelch
setting.
Operating modes are determined by the modulation of the
radio signals. The transceiver has 3 operating modes: FM,
AM and WFM modes. The mode selection is stored independently in each band and memory channels.
➥ While pushing and holding [SQL] (ATT•SET), rotate [DIAL]
to select the squelch level.
Typically, AM mode is used for the AM broadcast stations
(0.495–1.620 MHz) and air band (118–135.995 MHz), and
WFM is used for FM broadcast stations (76–107.9 MHz).
WFM mode cannot be selected below 30 MHz bands for all
versions (and above 850 MHz bands for USA version).
• “LEVEL 1” is loose squelch (for weak signals) and “LEVEL 9” is
tight squelch (for strong signals).
• “AUTO” indicates automatic level adjustment by a noise pulse
counting system.
• “OPEN” indicates continuously open setting.
[DIAL]
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push [CALL]
(MODE•SCAN) several times to select the desired operating
mode.
DTCS ATT
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Automatic squelch
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
FM mode
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
DTCS ATT
SCAN
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
S.MW
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
SET
SCAN
SET
Maximum level
SCAN
S.MW
AM mode
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
SET
Push
Push and hold
Dual operation
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFM mode
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4
BASIC OPERATION
■ Monitor function
■ Attenuator function
This function is used to listen to weak signals without disturbing the squelch setting or to open the squelch manually even
when mute functions such as the tone squelch are in use.
The attenuator prevents distortion of a desired signal when
very strong RF signals are near the desired frequency or
when very strong electric fields, such as from a broadcasting
station, are present at your location.
➥ Push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) to monitor the operating
frequency.
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push [SQL] (ATT•SET)
momentarily to toggle the attenuator function ON and OFF.
• “ATT” appears when the attenuator functions is in use.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
Appears
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
SCAN
ATT
The 1st segment blinks
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
S.MW
SCAN
SET
SET
S.MW
The [SQL] (ATT•SET) key can be set to ‘sticky’ operation in
expanded set mode. See page 56 for details.
SET
Push
15
SET
Push and hold
Dual operation
BASIC OPERATION
■ Transmitting
■ Transmit power selection
CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage
the transceiver.
NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the channel before transmitting by pushing and holding [SQL] (ATT•SET).
q Set the operating frequency. (pgs. 9, 11)
• Transmission is available on the 144 MHz/440 MHz (FM mode)
amateur bands only.
• Select output power if desired. See the section at right for details.
The transceiver has two output power levels to suit your operating requirements. Low output power during short-range
communications may reduce the possibility of interference to
other stations and will reduce current consumption.
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push [PTT] to toggle
the transmit output power between High and Low.
• “LOW” appears when the low power is selected.
w Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
• TX/RX indicator lights red.
• S/RF meter shows the output power level.
e Speak into the microphone using your normal voice level.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
• DO NOT hold the transceiver too close to your mouth or speak
too loudly. This may distort the signal.
r Release [PTT] to return to receive.
DTCS
LOW
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
SCAN
Appears
S.MW
TX/RX indicator
SCAN
SET
Microphone
S.MW
SET
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4
BASIC OPERATION
■ Dial select step
This transceiver has a 1 MHz tuning step for quick frequency
setting. This dial select step can be set to 100 kHz, 1 MHz or
10 MHz steps, as desired.
rWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
the desired dial select step.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
DTCS ATT
D Setting dial select step
q Select VFO mode with [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW).
wWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold
[SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
100 kHz step
10 MHz step
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
[DIAL]
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
1 MHz step (default)
t Push [SQL] (ATT•SET) momentarily to exit set mode.
SCAN
S.MW
SET
SET
e Rotate [DIAL] to select “D SEL.”
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Dial select step item
17
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
After 1 sec.
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Setting indication
Push
Push and hold
Dual operation
BASIC OPERATION
■ Lock function
■ [DIAL] function assignment
To prevent accidental frequency changes and unnecessary
function activation, use the lock function.
The [DIAL] control can be used as an audio volume control
Y]/[Z
Z] keys to suit your preference. However,
instead of [Y
Y]/[Z
Z] keys funcwhile [DIAL] functions as an audio volume, [Y
tion as tuning controls.
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold
[BAND] (TS•LOCK) for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON
and OFF.
• “L” appears while the lock function is active.
Y]/[Z
Z] can be used while the lock function
• [SQL] (ATT•SET) and [Y
is in use in default setting. Either or both [SQL] (ATT•SET) and
Y]/[Z
Z] to toggle
➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push [Y
the [DIAL] function between tuning dial and audio volume.
• “VOL” appears when [DIAL] functions as an audio volume.
Y]/[Z
Z] keys may also be locked in set mode. (p. 56)
[Y
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
VOL
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
or
DTCS ATT
SCAN
S.MW
SCAN
SET
Appears
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Appears
S.MW
Y]/[Z
Z] functions
• [DIAL] and [Y
SET
No “VOL” indication
“VOL” appears
Frequency, Memory channel, Audio volume set
Squelch level, Scanning
Set mode condition set
[DIAL]
direction, Set mode item
and condition set
Audio volume set
Frequency, Memory channel,
Y]/[Z
Z]
[Y
Squelch level, Scanning
direction, Set mode item
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5
REPEATER OPERATION
■ General
When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from
the receive frequency by the amount of the offset frequency. It
is convenient to program repeater information, such as offset
and access tone, into memory channels.
D Setting duplex and duplex direction
qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold
[SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
[DIAL]
q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
w Set the shift direction of the transmit offset frequency. (–DUP
or +DUP; see the next section for details.)
• “–DUP” or “+DUP” indicates a minus or plus offset of the transmit
frequency, respectively.
• When the auto repeater function is in use (USA/KOREA versions
only), this selection and step e are not necessary. (p. 23)
SCAN
eActivate the subaudible tone encoder, according to repeater requirements.
S.MW
SET
• Refer to page 21 for tone frequency settings.
r Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
• The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit
frequency (repeater input frequency).
• If “OFF” appears, check the offset frequency (see next page for
details) or shift direction (see section at right).
t Release [PTT] to receive.
yPush and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) to check whether the other
station’s transmit signal can be received directly on the repeater’s input frequency.
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SET
w Rotate [DIAL] to select “DUP.”
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Duplex item
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
After 1 sec.
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Setting indication
eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
“–DUP” or “+DUP.”
r Push [SQL] (ATT•SET) to exit set mode.
tPush and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) to monitor the repeater
input frequency.
REPEATER OPERATION
■ Offset frequency
When communicating through a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by the amount of
the offset frequency.
qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold
[SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
[DIAL]
wRotate [DIAL] to select “OFFSET.”
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
After 1 sec.
Offset frequency item
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Setting indication
eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to set the
desired offset frequency within 0.000–159.995 MHz range.
• The tuning step, selected in VFO mode, is used for setting.
r Push [SQL] (ATT•SET) to exit set mode.
SCAN
S.MW
SET
Push
SET
Push and hold
Dual operation
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5
REPEATER OPERATION
■ Subaudible tones
To be accessed, some repeaters require subaudible tones on
the input signal. Subaudible tones are added to your normal
signal and must be set in advance.
D Setting the subaudible tone frequency
qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold
[SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
[DIAL]
SCAN
SET
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
After
1 sec.
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
159.8
162.2
165.5
167.9
171.3
173.8
177.3
179.9
183.5
186.2
189.9
192.8
196.6
199.5
203.5
206.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
229.1
233.6
241.8
250.3
254.1
NOTE: The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies and consequently their spacing is narrow compared to units having
38 tones. Therefore, systems using some tone frequencies
may receive interference from signals using adjacent tone
frequencies.
While pushing and holding [FUNC], pushing and holding
[CALL] (MODE•SCAN) for 1 sec. to start the repeater tone
scan.
wRotate [DIAL] to select “R TONE.”
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
✔ CONVENIENT!
Tone scan function: When you don’t know the subaudible
tone used for a repeater, the tone scan is convenient for detecting the tone frequency. (p. 48)
S.MW
SET
• Available tone frequency list
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
• Push [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) to cancel the scan.
• When the required tone frequency is detected, the scan pauses.
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
the desired subaudible tone frequency.
• See the tables at right.
r Push [SQL] (ATT•SET) to exit set mode.
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Push
Push and hold
Dual operation
REPEATER OPERATION
■ 1750 Hz tone
D Setting the subaudible tone encoder ON/OFF
qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold
[SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select “T/TSQL.”
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
After
1 sec.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
Repeater tone selection
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Tone squelch
selection
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Subaudible tone OFF
DTCS ATT
Tone squelch with pocket
Tone
decoder beep function selection
selections
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS selection
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
wSet the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or
+DUP; see p. 19 for details.)
• “–DUP” or “+DUP” indicates a minus or plus offset of the transmit
frequency, respectively.
eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
the repeater tone from “TONE” or “OFF.”
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
Some European repeaters require a 1750 Hz tone burst to be
accessed. For such European repeaters, perform the following.
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS with pocket beep
function selection
eWhile pushing and holding
[PTT], push and hold
[SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 to 2
sec. to transmit a 1750 Hz
tone burst signal.
• The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit frequency (repeater input
frequency).
• If “OFF” appears, check the offset frequency (see next page
for details) or shift direction
(right section).
SCAN
S.MW
SET
SET
r Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
t Release [PTT] to receive.
yPush and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) to monitor the repeater
input frequency.
r Push [SQL] (ATT•SET) to exit set mode.
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REPEATER OPERATION
■ Auto repeater function
The USA/KOREA versions automatically activate the repeater
settings when the operating frequency falls within or outside
of the general repeater output frequency range. The offset
and repeater tone frequencies are not changed by the auto
repeater function. Reset these frequencies, if necessary.
qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold
[SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
USA/KOREA versions only
eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
the desired condition.
U.S.A. version:
• OFF
• DUP ONLY
• DUP TONE
: The auto repeater function is turned OFF.
: Activates duplex offset only. (default)
: Activates duplex and tone.
Korea version:
• OFF
• ON
: Deactivates the function.
: Activates duplex and tone. (default)
r Push [SQL] (ATT•SET) to exit set mode.
[DIAL]
D Frequency range and offset direction
• U.S.A. version:
SCAN
S.MW
SET
SET
wRotate [DIAL] to select “AUTORP.”
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Auto repeater item
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WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
After 1 sec.
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Setting indication
Frequency range
Duplex direction
145.200–145.495 MHz
146.610–146.995 MHz
“–” appears
147.000–147.395 MHz
“+” appears
442.000–444.995 MHz
“+” appears
447.000–449.995 MHz
“–” appears
• Korea version:
Frequency range
Duplex direction
439.000–440.000 MHz
“–” appears
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MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
■ General description
■ Memory channel programming
The IC-P7A has 1050 memory channels including 50 scan
edge memory channels (25 pairs) for storage of often-used
frequencies. And a total of 18 memory banks, A to H, J, L, N,
O to R, T, U and Y are available for storing groups of frequencies, etc. Up to 100 channels can be assigned into a
bank.
q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode.
w Set the desired frequency:
➥ Select the desired band with [BAND] (TS•LOCK).
➥ Set the desired frequency with [DIAL].
➥ Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if desired.
ePush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select
memory write mode.
D Memory channel contents
The following information can be programmed into memory
channels:
• Operating frequency (p. 11)
• Operating mode (p. 14)
• Duplex direction (DUP or –DUP) with an offset frequency
(pgs. 19, 20)
• Subaudible tone encoder (p. 22), tone squelch or DTCS
squelch ON/OFF (p. 45)
• Subaudible tone frequency (p. 21), tone squelch frequency or DTCS code with polarity (pgs. 46, 47)
• Scan skip information (p. 39).
• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.
•“
” indicator and memory channel number blink.
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
• Call channels (C0, C1), VFO (VF) and scan edge channels
(00A/00b to 24A/24b), as well as regular memory channels, can
be programmed in this way.
• While pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select memory channel in 10 channel steps.
t Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec.
• 3 beeps sound
• Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing to push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) after programming.
[EXAMPLE]: Programming 145.870 MHz into memory channel 20 (blank channel).
Push
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
S.MW
for 1 sec.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Rotate
DTCS ATT
Push
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
S.MW
for 1 sec.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
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MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
■ Memory bank setting
The IC-P7A has a total of 18 banks (A to H, J, L, N, O to R, T, U
and Y). Regular memory channels, 000 to 999, may assigned
into a desired bank for easy memory management.
qPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select
memory write mode.
• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.
•“
” indicator and memory channel number blink.
• After releasing [CALL] (MODE•SCAN), “-- -- -- --” is displayed instead of the frequency indication, and only “
” indicator blinks.
• Bank group and channel number is displayed if the selected
memory channel has already been assigned to a bank.
• “BANK” can can also be selected by pushing [CALL]
(MODE•SCAN) several times.
[DIAL]
DTCS ATT
After [CALL]
released
SCAN
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
S.MW
S.MW
SET
25
Bank is selected with
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
t Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank channel number.
• Vacant bank channel numbers are only be displayed.
Bank channel is selected with
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
yPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to set the channel into the bank.
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
SCAN
• Banks A to H, J, L, N, O to R, T, U and Y are available.
• The bank can also be selected by pushing [BAND] (TS•LOCK)
several times.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
eWhile pushing and holding [CALL] (MODE•SCAN), rotate
[DIAL] to select “BANK.”
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
[DIAL] to select the desired bank.
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
rWhile pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotate
• Return to the previous indication.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
■ Memory bank selection
qPush [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select memory mode, if desired.
wWhile pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotate
[DIAL] to select the desired bank (A to H, J, L, N, O to R, T, U
and Y).
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Rotate [DIAL] while
pushing [BAND]
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
• The bank can also be selected by pushing [BAND] (TS•LOCK)
several times.
• The only programmed banks are displayed.
[DIAL]
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
DTCS ATT
Only programmed
banks appear
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Auto write channels
eRotate [DIAL] to select the bank channel.
• Only programmed channels are displayed.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
SCAN
S.MW
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
SET
Bank initial
Bank channel number
rTo return to regular memory operation, rotate [DIAL] while
pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), or push [BAND]
(TS•LOCK) several times.
Push
Push and hold
Dual operation
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MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
■ Programming memory/bank name
Each memory channel can be programmed with an alphanumeric channel name for easy recognition and that can be indicated independently by channel. Names can be a maximum of
6 characters.
q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select memory mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
ePush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select
memory write mode.
• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.
•“
” indicator and memory channel number blink.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
tWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select
the desired character.
• The selected character blinks.
y Rotate [DIAL] to move the cursor to left or right.
Memory name
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
Bank name
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
Memory name selection
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
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DTCS ATT
Bank name selection
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
DTCS ATT
uRepeat steps t and y until the desired 6-character channel names are displayed.
iPush [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) several times, or rotate [DIAL]
while pushing and holding [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) to select
“S.MW.”
rWhile pushing and holding [CALL] (MODE•SCAN), rotate
[DIAL] to select “M NAME” or “B NAME” when programming the memory name or the bank name, respectively.
• Name type can also be selected by pushing [CALL]
(MODE•SCAN) several times.
• After releasing [CALL] (MODE•SCAN), an under bar blinks for the
first digit instead of the frequency indication, and only “
” indicator blinks.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
oPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to program the
name and exit the channel name programming.
• 3 beeps sound.
• Available characters
A to Z, 0 to 9, (, ), ✱, +, –, ., /, :, = and space.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
■ Selecting display type
During memory mode operation, the programmed memory
name, bank name or the channel number can be displayed
instead of the frequency at your preference.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
D Selecting bank channel indication
During bank channel operation, the bank channel number can
also be displayed instead of the memory channel number indication.
Memory channel No. indication
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
Push [BAND] momentarily
while pushing [FUNC]
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
Bank channel No. indication
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
Push [BAND]
SCAN
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
DTCS ATT
S.MW
SET
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Auto write channel No.
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
When no memory or bank
name is programmed with the
selected memory channel,
frequency is displayed on the
function display.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Bank channel No. indication
➥ After selecting channel number indication as described at
left, push [BAND] (TS•LOCK) to select the desired bank.
Or while pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotate
[DIAL] to select the desired bank.
q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select memory mode.
• [BAND] (TS•LOCK) to select the desired bank.
wWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push [BAND]
(TS•LOCK) momentarily to select display type from frequency, bank name, memory name and channel number
display.
Push
Push and hold
Dual operation
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MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
■ Copying memory contents
This function transfers a memory channel’s contents to a VFO
(or another memory channel). This is useful when searching
for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the offset frequency, subaudible tone frequency etc.
Pushing and holding [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 2 sec. at the
step w, can also copies the memory contents to VFO. In
this case, steps e and r are not necessary.
D Memory➪VFO
D Memory➪memory
q Select the memory channel to be copied.
➥ Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) momentarily to select memory
mode, then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory
channel.
q Select the memory channel to be transferred.
➥ Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select memory mode, then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
wPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select
memory write mode.
• Select the bank channel with [BAND] (TS•LOCK) and [DIAL],
if desired.
• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.
•“
” indicator and memory channel number blink.
• Do not hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for more than 1 sec. otherwise the
memory contents will be copied to VFO.
wPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select
memory write mode.
• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.
•“
” indicator and memory channel number blink.
e Rotate [DIAL] to select the target memory channel.
rPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. again to transfer.
e Rotate [DIAL] to select “VF.”
r Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. again.
• VFO mode is selected automatically.
[EXAMPLE]: Copying channel 20 to 51.
Select memory channel
Push
S.MW
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
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DTCS ATT
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
S.MW
for 1 sec.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Rotate
DTCS ATT
Push
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
S.MW
for 1 sec.
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
DTCS ATT
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
■ Memory clearing
Contents of programmed memories can be cleared (blanked),
if desired.
qPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select
memory write mode.
• 1 short and 1 long beeps sound.
•“
” indicator and memory channel number blink.
• Do not hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for more than 2 sec. otherwise the
memory contents will be copied to VFO.
wRotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel to be
cleared.
eWhile pushing and holding [CALL] (MODE•SCAN), rotate
[DIAL] to select “CLEAR.”
• “CLEAR” item can also be selected by pushing [CALL]
(MODE•SCAN) several times.
rPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to clear the
contents.
• 3 beeps sound.
• Return to VFO or memory mode, if VFO is selected before performing step q.
• Return to select memory write mode if memory mode is selected
before performing step q.— “
” indicator and memory channel number blink. Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) momentarily to return
to memory mode.
Push
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
S.MW
for 1 sec.
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
[DIAL]
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
DTCS ATT
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
After [CALL]
released
SCAN
SCAN
WFMAM -DUP T SQL
S.MW
S.MW
SET
DTCS ATT
While pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold
[V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. after step w also clears the
memory contents. In this case, steps e and r are not
necessary.
☞NOTE: Be careful!— the contents of cleared memories
CANNOT be re-called even in bank channel operation.
VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
LOW 1
Push
Push and hold
Dual operation
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