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iA210

VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this

device does not cause harmful interference.

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IMPORTANT

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely

before using the transceiver.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL —This in-

struction manual contains important operating instructions for

the IC-A210.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

The explicit deﬁnitions below apply to this instruction manual.

Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor-

porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France,

Spain, Russia and/or other countries.

IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in

the U.S.A. and other countries.

FEATURES

❍Large, bright OLED display

A fixed mount VHF airband first! The IC-A210 has an organic light

emitting diode (OLED) display. All man-made lighting emits its own

light and display offers many advantages in brightness, not bright-

ness, vividness, high contrast, wide viewing angle and response time

compared to a conventional display. In addition, the auto dimmer

function adjusts the display for optimum brightness at day or night.

❍Easy channel selection

It’s fast and easy to select any of memory channels in the IC-A210.

The “flip-flop” arrow button switches between active and standby

channels. The dualwatch function allows you to monitor two channels

simultaneously. In addition, the history memory channel stores the

last 10 channels used and allows you to recall those channels easily.

❍GPS memory function

When connected to an external GPS receiver* equipped with an air-

port frequency database, the IC-A210 will instantly tune in the local

airport frequency as you ﬂy into its airspace.

*Ask your dealer for available GPS receiver details.

❍13.8 V/27.5 V DC power source

The built-in DC-DC converter accepts a 13.8/27.5 V DC power

source. The IC-A210 is easily installed in most airplanes or vehicles.

❍Intercom function

The IC-A210 has a built-in voice activated intercom function allowing

the pilot to talk with a co-pilot via headset. The IC-A210 has ad-

justable audio level and squelch control functions.

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DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to trans-

mit.

AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or

in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above

+55°C (+131°F).

AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty envi-

ronments.

AVOID placing the transceiver against walls. This will ob-

struct heat dissipation.

AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or al-

cohol when cleaning, as they damage the transceiver sur-

faces.

BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when

operating continuously for long periods.

PRECAUTIONS

RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a

headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.

Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume op-

eration. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the

volume level or discontinue use.

NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet or to a

power source of more than 28 V DC. Such a connection will

damage the transceiver.

NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source that is

DC fused at more than 5 A. Accidental reverse connection will

be protected by this fuse, higher fuse values will not give any

protection against such accidents and the transceiver will be

ruined.

DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical

blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.

DO NOT connect the transceiver to a power source using

reverse polarity. This connection will not only blow fuses but

also may damage the transceiver.

DO NOT place unit in a non-secure place to avoid inad-

vertent use by children.

FCC caution: Changes or modiﬁcations to this transceiver, not

expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to

operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.

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IMPORTANT .............................................................................................i

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS...........................................................................i

FEATURES ...............................................................................................i

PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................ii

TABLE OF CONTENTS...........................................................................iii

1 PANEL DESCRIPTION.....................................................................1–4

■ Front panel .....................................................................................1

■ Rear panel......................................................................................3

■ Main unit.........................................................................................3

■ Function display..............................................................................4

2 BASIC OPERATION.........................................................................5–8

■ Frequency selection .......................................................................5

■ Standby frequency selection (Step 1-2) .........................................5

■ Frequency exchanging/not exchanging (Step 2-2).........................6

■ Receiving........................................................................................6

■ Transmitting....................................................................................6

■ Frequency set example ..................................................................7

■ Direct frequency setting mode operation........................................8

■ Dualwatch operation.......................................................................8

3 MEMORY OPERATION ..................................................................9–18

■ Programming notes ........................................................................9

■ Entering memory mode ..................................................................9

■ Memory channel type .....................................................................9

■ Channel selection.........................................................................10

■ Programming a memory channel .................................................10

■ Programming example..................................................................11

■ Transferring memory contents......................................................12

■ Memory mode menu

(Regular memory and group memory channels only) ..................12

■ Memory channel...........................................................................13

■ Group memory channel................................................................13

■ History memory channel...............................................................14

■ Clearing the memory contents

(Regular memory and group memory channels only) ..................14

■ Programming channel names (Regular memory channel only) ...15

■ Programming group names (Group memory channel only) .........15

■ Programming channel tag

(Group memory channel only)......................................................16

■Channel tag list.............................................................................16

■Weather memory channel (U.S.A. version only) ..........................17

■GPS memory................................................................................17

■GPS memory edit .........................................................................18

■Memory protection........................................................................18

4 OTHER FUNCTIONS....................................................................19–21

■Lock function ................................................................................19

■Accessing 121.5 MHz emergency frequency ...............................19

■Intercom function..........................................................................20

■Squelch test function ....................................................................20

■Weather memory channel scan (U.S.A. version only)..................21

5 MENU MODE................................................................................22–27

■MENU mode programming...........................................................22

■MENU mode items .......................................................................23

6 INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL.......................................................28

■Transceiver installation.................................................................28

■Transceiver removal .....................................................................28

7 CLONING............................................................................................29

8 SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................30

9 OPTIONS ............................................................................................31

10 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ...............................................35

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

■Front panel

qDUAL SWITCH [DUAL]

➥Push to turn dualwatch operation ON or OFF (p. 8).

➥Push and hold for 2 sec. to turn the intercom function

ON or OFF.

wEMERGENCY CHANNEL SWITCH [EC]

➥Push to set the emergency frequency (121.5 MHz) to

the standby frequency (p. 19).

➥Push and hold for 2 sec. to enter the direct frequency

setting mode (p. 8), and set the emergency frequency

(121.5 MHz) (p. 19).

eVOLUME/POWER SWITCH [VOL]

➥Turn [VOL] to switch the power ON and OFF (p. 5).

➥Adjusts the audio output level.

The volume level bar appears while rotating [VOL].

➥Push to set the squelch test function ON or OFF (p. 20).

➥Push and hold for 2 sec. to start the weather channel

(U.S.A. version only) scan (p. 21).

rFREQUENCY EXCHANGE SWITCH (FLIP-FLOP)[↔]

➥Push to exchange the standby frequency with the ac-

tive frequency (p. 6).

➥Push and hold for 2 sec. to enter direct frequency set-

ting mode (p. 8).

RCL

MEM

OFF

VOL

PUSH

TEST

COMM

DUAL

iA210

CH09 SAMPLE

121.525

118.00

RX MEMORY

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1PANEL DESCRIPTION

■Front panel (Continued)

tMEMORY SWITCH [MEM]

➥Push and hold for 2 sec. to be programmed a displayed

frequency to any blank regular memory channel or

delete/revive the selected memory channel (depending

on the operating mode) (p. 9).

➥Push to display the memory mode menu, and operate

selected menu (p. 9).

yRECALL SWITCH [RCL]

➥Push to enter/exit the memory mode (p. 9).

➥Push and hold for 2 sec. to enter the menu mode

(p. 22).

uLIGHT-SENSITIVE DETECTOR

This detector senses ambient light. The detector is used

to adjust “Dimmer brightness (Low/High)” (p. 25) automat-

ically when “Dimmer Mode” (p. 25) sets to ‘AUTO.’

iINNER (Small) TUNING DIAL [DIAL]

➥Rotate to set the standby frequencies (kHz digit) (p. 5),

memory channels (p. 10), MENU mode conditions

(p. 22), etc.

➥Push and hold for 2 sec. to turn the dial/panel lock func-

tion ON (p. 19).

oOUTER (Large) TUNING DIAL [O-DIAL]

➥Rotate to set the standby frequencies (MHz digit) (p. 5),

group memory channel (p. 13), cursor position (p. 15),

etc.

➥Rotate to change the scan direction while scanning

(p. 21).

RCL

MEM

OFF

VOL

PUSH

TEST

COMM

DUAL

iA210

CH09 SAMPLE

121.525

118.00

RX MEMORY

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

■Rear panel

qANTENNA CONNECTOR

Connects an antenna connector.

wDATA JACK

Connects a 3rd party GPS receiver*1or optional cloning

cable (OPC-1529R).

*1Ask your dealer for available GPS receiver details.

eDC, MICROPHONE, SPEAKER AND HEADPHONE

JACK

Connects a 13.8 V or 27.5 V DC power supply, speaker

and headphone.

Refer to the “INSTALLATION GUIDE” in details.

■Main unit

qMetal catch (For Icom products)

Use to attach to an installation rack for Icom products

(p. 28).

wMetal catch (For 3rd party products*)

Use to attach to an installation rack for 3rd party products*

(p. 28).

*Ask your dealer for available products details.

q w

e q

• Top view • Bottom view

q w

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1PANEL DESCRIPTION

■Function display

qACTIVE FREQUENCY INDICATOR

➥Shows the active frequency (p. 6).

➥Shows the MENU mode items in the MENU mode

(p. 22).

wTX INDICATOR

Appears while transmitting (p. 6).

eRX INDICATOR

➥Appears when receiving a signal on the active fre-

quency signal (p. 6).

➥Appears when receiving a signal on the standby fre-

quency signal while dualwatch operation (p. 8).

➥Appears when opening the active frequency’s squelch

function (p. 6).

rINTERCOM INDICATOR

Appears when the intercom function is in use (p. 20).

tDUALWATCH INDICATOR

Appears when the dualwatch function is active (p. 8).

yMEMORY CONDITION INDICATOR

➥Indicates “MEMORY” when the regular memory channel

is selected (p. 13).

➥Indicates “GRP01–GRP20” when the group memory

channel is selected (p. 13).

The group name is also indicated if the name has been

entered.

➥Indicates “HISTORY” when the history memory chan-

nel is selected (p. 14).

➥Indicates “WEATHER” when the weather memory chan-

nel is selected (U.S.A. version only) (p. 17).

➥Indicates “GPS” when the GPS memory channel is se-

lected (The 3rd party GPS receiver is required) (p. 17).

uSTANDBY FREQUENCY INDICATOR

➥Shows the standby frequency (p. 5).

➥Shows the setting values in the MENU mode (p. 22).

iCHANNEL NAME INDICATOR

Shows the channel name during memory mode (p. 15).

oMEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR

Shows the selected memory channel number during mem-

ory mode (p. 13).

!0 TEST INDICATOR

Appears while the squelch test function is active (p. 20).

!1 LOCK INDICATOR (p. 19)

➥Indicates “ ”while the dial lock function is in use.

➥Indicates “ ”while the panel lock function in use.

CH09 SAMPLE

TEST

121.525

118.00

RX DUAL MEMORY RX

ICS

etr y e

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BASIC OPERATION

■Frequency selection

IC-A210 has 2 ways to select the desired frequency.

ïGeneral frequency selection

Select the desired frequency which is used for the next oper-

ating frequency in the standby frequency indicator. Then ex-

change the active frequency for the standby frequency.

NOTE: Operate from “Standby frequency selection

(Step 1-2)” to “Frequency exchanging (Step 2-2)” as pgs. 5–6.

ïDirect frequency selection

The desired frequency direct selection is available.

Refer to “Direct frequency selection mode operation.”

■Standby frequency selection

(Step 1-2)

qRotate [VOL] clockwise to turn power ON.

• Previously used frequencies appear in the active and

standby frequency indicators.

wRotate [DIAL] and [O-DIAL] to select the desired fre-

quency to the standby frequency.

• The active frequency is not affected.

• Rotate [O-DIAL] to set above 1 MHz digit.

• Rotate [DIAL] to set below 100 kHz digit.

•Set the frequency step* in the menu mode, if necessary (p. 27).

*Available for depending on versions.

TIP: For quick frequency setting, often used frequencies

can be programmed into memory channels. Refer to “MEM-

ORY OPERATION” (pgs. 9–18).

When a memory channel is recalled, the previous standby

frequency is erased.

CAUTION:

DO NOT turn the power ON until the aircraft engines have

been started. It is very important for protection of the power

supply circuit.

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2BASIC OPERATION

■Frequency exchanging/

not exchanging (Step 2-2)

qAfter selecting the standby frequency, push [↔]to ex-

change the standby frequency with the active frequency.

•Rotate [VOL] to set the volume level, if necessary.

• When receiving a signal, “RX” appears and audio is emitted from

the speaker or headset.

•Further adjustment of audio level may be necessary at this point.

• Adjust the squelch level in the menu mode, if necessary (p. 24).

wPush and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the mi-

crophone.

• Transmit indicator “TX” lights.

eRelease [PTT] to receive.

Frequency exchanging can be also performed remotely from

the yoke-mounted frequency exchange switch.

■Receiving

qSelect an operating frequency.

• Refer to pgs. 5–6 in details.

• “RX” appears when receiving a signal or opening squelch.

wPush [VOL] to open the squelch manually.

• Refer to p. 20 “Squelch test function” in details.

eRotate the volume control to adjust the audio level.

■Transmitting

qSelect the yoke-mounted communication/intercom switch

to the “communication” position.

wSelect an operating frequency.

• Refer to pgs. 5–6 in details.

ePush the PTT switch.

• “TX” appears.

rSpeak into the microphone at your normal voice level.

• DO NOT set the microphone too closely to your mouth or speak

too loudly. This may distort the signal.

tRelease the PTT switch to receive.

TIP: The intercom function is useful for swift communica-

tion between the pilot and co-pilot.

Set the communication/intercom switch on the VHF control

panel to the “intercom” position. Voice signals from the mi-

crophone are sent to both the pilot and co-pilot’s headsets.

NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the frequency be-

fore transmitting. If the frequency is busy, wait until the fre-

quency is clear.

NOTE: DO NOT push and hold [↔]continuously. Oth-

erwise the standby frequency disappears. If this happens,

again push and hold [↔]until the standby frequency reap-

pears.

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BASIC OPERATION

■Frequency set example

The following example shows to how to select 126.40 MHz in the standby frequency indicator and then exchange it to the active

frequency indicator.

eThe active frequency and the standby

frequenies are exchanged.

Previously used frequencies appear.

Rotate the large tuning dial to change

the standby frequency in MHz steps.

Rotate the small tuning dial to change

the standby frequency in kHz steps.

121.805

134.80

126.805

134.80

126.405

134.80

134.805

126.40

Rotate [O-DIAL] clockwise to

select “126” MHz.

Rotate [DIAL] counterclockwise

to select “400” kHz.

Push [↔].

DO NOT push and hold. See

“Direct frequnecy setting mode

operation” on p. 8 if you make a

mistake and do push and hold.

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2BASIC OPERATION

■Direct frequency setting

mode operation

The direct frequency setting mode operation is useful when

setting the desired frequency directly to the active frequency

indicator.

qPush and hold [↔]for 2 sec. to enter the direct frequency

setting mode.

• The only active frequency is displayed.

wSelect an operating frequency.

• Refer to pgs. 5–6 in details.

ePush [RCL] or [↔]to exit the direct frequency setting

mode.

■Dualwatch operation

The dualwatch operation monitors active and standby fre-

quencies alternately. Therefore, it’s useful to monitor the

standby frequency while receiving the active frequency.

qPush [DUAL] to enter dualwatch operation.

• “DUAL” appears on the active frequency indicator.

• The active or standby frequency‘s “RX”blinks when receiving sig-

nal or opening the squelch.

wPush [DUAL] again to exit dualwatch operation.

• “DUAL” disappears.

• You may also exit dualwatch by pushing [PTT].

121.80

129.405

121.00

RX DUAL RX

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MEMORY OPERATION

■Programming notes

ïBlank channel

A memory or group channel with no frequency content is

called as a blank channel. When a blank channel is selected

while memory programming, “–––––” appears instead of a

frequency.

ïMemory protect function

IC-A210 has a memory protect function. The function pre-

vents accidental changes or deletion.

The function can be set in the MENU mode.

■Entering memory mode

• Push [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• Push [RCL] to set the selected memory channel frequency

to the standby frequency, then exit the memory mode.

• Push and hold [RCL] for 2 sec. to exit the memory mode

(The standby frequency is set the frequency before enter-

ing the memory mode ).

■Memory channel type

The transceiver has 5-memory* channel types as follows.

*Depends on versions, the transceiver has 5 different types of mem-

ory channels.

ïRegular memory channel (MEMORY)

There are up to 10 available memory channels.

The following functions are available:

REPLACE, DELETE, REVIVE and CHANNEL NAME EDIT

functions.

ïGroup memory channel (GRP01–GRP20)

There are up to 200 group channels (10 CH ×20 Groups).

The following functions are available:

REPLACE, DELETE, REVIVE, GROUP NAME EDIT and

CHANNEL TAG functions.

ïWeather memory channel (WEATHER)

(U.S.A. version ONLY)

10 weather memory channels are available.

They are used for monitoring NOAA (National Oceanic and

Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts (reception of weather

memory channels possible in U.S.A. version only).

ïHistory memory channel (HISTORY)

There are up to 10 available history memory channels.

The active frequency is written into history memory channels

automatically when pushing [↔]to exchange the active and

standby frequency (except weather channels: U.S.A. version

only).

ïGPS memory channel (GPS)

There are up to 10 available GPS memory channels.

When connected to an external GPS receiver* equipped with

an airport frequency database, the frequency data such as

nearby airports can be transferred into GPS memory chan-

nels .

* Ask your dealer for available GPS receiver details.

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3MEMORY OPERATION

■Programming a memory

channel

This transceiver is equipped with 10 regular memory and 200

group channels. You can program often-used frequencies into

them.

qRotate [DIAL] and [O-DIAL] to set the desired frequency

for the standby frequency indicator.

wPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

• The memory channel name also appears if it has been entered.

eRotate [O-DIAL] to select the desired memory channel

type.

• Select regular memory channel or group memory channel.

rPush [MEM] again, and then rotate [O-DIAL] to select a

“REPLACE” menu.

• The memory channel number blinks.

tRotate [DIAL] to select a memory channel to be pro-

grammed.

yPush [MEM], then the selected memory channel is pro-

grammed.

• “WRITE COMPLETED” appears on the display when the regular

memory channel is programmed.

uPush [RCL] to exit the memory mode.

■Channel selection

The transceiver has 10 regular memory and 200 group

channels (10 channels ×1 REGULAR MEMORY and 10

channels ×20 GROUPS) for storage of often-used

frequencies along with 6-character notes.

qPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

• The memory channel name also appears if it has been entered.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the memory channel type.

• Select from regular memory channel or group memory channel.

eRotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel num-

ber.

Transferring the memory channel to the active fre-

quency is necessary if operating at the memory chan-

nel.

Refer to “Transferring memory contents” (p. 12) for de-

tails.

rPush [RCL] to exit the memory mode.

CH01

127.005

122.00

RX MEMORY

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MEMORY OPERATION

■Programming example

The following is an example showing how to program 126.000 MHz into regular memory channel 4.

“ ” appears when no frequency

has been programmed into regular

memory channel 4.

“MEMORY” and regular memory

channel number appear.

“126.00” appears in the standby

indicator.

126.005

134.80

CH01

134.80

RX MEMORY

CH04

134.80

RX MEMORY

CH04

126.000

---.---

134.80

RX MEMORY

REPLACE Ç

CH04

126.005

134.80

RX MEMORY

Set a “126.000 MHz” in the

standby indicator.

Push [RCL], then rotate [O-

DIAL] to select “MEMORY”.

Push [MEM], then rotate [O-

DIAL] to select “REPLACE.”

Push [MEM] to store the

desired frequency into the

selected regular memory

channel.

Select regular memory chan-

nel 4 with [DIAL].

“WRITE COMPLETED” is displayed

when the selected frequency is

stored.

Regular memory channel number

blinks.

TIP: Push and hold [MEM] for 2 sec. to program a displayed frequency to any blanket memory channel automatically, after step

NOTE: The programming is cancelled while all regular memory channels have already programmed.

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3MEMORY OPERATION

■Transferring memory

contents

This function transfers a memory channel’s contents into the

active frequency indicator.

qPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

• The memory channel name also appears if it has been entered.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the desired memory channel

type.

• Select regular, group history, weather* or GPS memory channel.

* Selectable depending on versions.

eRotate [DIAL] to select a memory channel to be trans-

ferred.

rPush [↔], then the selected memory channel is trans-

ferred into the active frequency indicator.

• The memory mode is cancelled automatically.

■Memory mode menu

(Regular and group memory

channels only)

ïREPLACE

Replacing the selected memory channel to the standby fre-

quency.

ïDELETE

Deleting the selected memory channel.

ïREVIVE

Returning the selected memory channel to its previous state.

ïCH NAME (Regular memory channel only)

Setting the channel name to the selected regular memory

channel.

ïGRP NAME (Group memory channel only)

Setting the group name to the selected memory group.

ïCH TAG (Group memory channel only)

Setting the channel tag to the selected memory channel (Se-

lecting the group memory channel is the only option).

ïDONE

Return to the memory mode.

CH01

127.005

122.00

RX MEMORY

122.005

127.00

RX MEMORY

Push [↔].

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MEMORY OPERATION

■Regular memory channel

The transceiver has 10 regular memory channels. 5 actions

are selectable.

qPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

• The memory channel name also appears if it has been entered.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the regular memory channel.

• “MEMORY” appears.

ePush [MEM] again, then rotate [O-DIAL] to select a menu

as follow.

• The memory channel number blinks.

rPush [MEM] to perform the selected action.

■

Group memory channel

The transceiver has 200 memory channels 200 group

channels (10 channels ×20 groups). 6 actions are selectable.

qPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

• The memory channel name also appears if it has been entered.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the group memory channel.

• “GRP01–GRP20” appears.

ePush [DIAL], and then rotate [O-DIAL] to select the mem-

ory group from GRP01 to GRP20 if necessary.

• The group and channel numbers blink.

• Push [DIAL] again, or push [RCL] to set the memory group.

rPush [MEM] again, rotate [O-DIAL] to select a menu as

follow.

• The memory channel number blinks.

tPush [MEM] to perform the selected action.

CH01

127.005

122.00

RX GRP01

CH01

127.005

122.00

RX MEMORY

REPLACE Replace to the standby frequency.

DELETE Delete the memory channel.

REVIVE Revive the previous memory channel data.

CH NAME Edit the memory channel name.

DONE Do nothing and return to the memory mode.

REPLACE Replace to the standby frequency.

DELETE Delete the memory channel.

REVIVE Revive the previous memory channel data.

GRP NAME Edit the group name.

CH TAG Set the memory channel as a tag channel.

DONE

Do nothing and return to the memory mode.

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3MEMORY OPERATION

■

History memory channel

The transceiver has 10 history memory channels.

The standby frequency is stored into a history memory chan-

nel when pushing [↔].

The frequency is stored into the history memory channel in

order from “CH01” to “CH10.”

qPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

• The memory channel name also appears if it has been entered.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the history memory channel.

• “HISTORY” appears.

eRotate [DIAL] to select a desired channel.

• Push [↔]to exchange the history memory channel frequency to

the active frequency if necessary.

rPush [RCL] to exit the memory mode.

■

Clearing the memory contents

(Regular and group memory

channels only)

Unwanted memory channels can be cleared.

qPush [RCL] to select memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

• The memory channel name also appears if it has been entered.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the memory channel type.

• Select from regular memory channel or group memory channel.

ePush [MEM] again, then rotate [O-DIAL] to select

“DELETE.”

• The memory channel number blinks.

rPush [MEM] to delete the memory channel data.

•“-- -- -- -- -- --” appears momentarily, then the next selectable

channel appears.

tPush [RCL] to exit the memory mode.

CH01

127.005

122.00

RX HISTORY

CH01

127.000

122.00

RX MEMORY

ÅDELETE Ç

CH01

122.00

RX MEMORY

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MEMORY OPERATION

■

Programming channel names

(Regular memory channel only)

The regular memory channel can display a 6-character name

in addition to the memory number.

qPush [RCL], then rotate [O-DIAL] to select the desired

regular memory channel in the memory mode.

• Rotate [O-DIAL] to select the memory channel type if necessary.

wPush [MEM], then rotate [O-DIAL] to select “CH NAME.”

ePush [MEM], then memory channel name’s 1st digit

blinks.

rRotate [DIAL] to select the desired character.

• The character type as shown below is selectable.

• Push [DIAL] to switch capital (A, B, C, ···) →lower case (A, B, C,

···) →number (0, 1, 2, ···) →capital (A, B, C, ···) in order.

tRotate [O-DIAL] to select the next input digit.

yRepeat r–tto input the memory channel name.

uPush [MEM] to decide the memory channel name.

• Selectable characters

■Programming group names

(Group memory channel only)

The group memory channel can display a 6-character name

in addition to the group number (“GRP01”–“GRP20”).

qPush [RCL], then rotate [O-DIAL] to select the desired

memory channel in the memory mode.

• Rotate [O-DIAL] to select the memory channel type if necessary.

wPush [DIAL], and then rotate [O-DIAL] to select the mem-

ory group from GRP01 to GRP20, if necessary.

ePush [MEM], then rotate [O-DIAL] to select “GRP NAME”.

rPush [MEM], then group name’s 1st digit blinks.

tRotate [DIAL] to select the desired character.

• The character type as shown left “Selectable characters” is se-

lectable.

• Push [DIAL] to switch capital (A, B, C, ···) →lower case (A, B, C,

···) →number (0, 1, 2, ···) →capital (A, B, C, ···) in order.

yRotate [O-DIAL] to select the next input digit.

uRepeat t–yto input the group name.

iPush [MEM] to decide the group name.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ? @

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ]

^ _ `

a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ■! ” # $

% & ’ ( ) ∗+ , – . /

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3MEMORY OPERATION

■Programming channel tag

(Group memory channel only)

The tag name can be set a 3-character name in addition to

the group number. It is convenient for separating memory

type.

qPush [RCL], then rotate [O-DIAL] to select the desired

group memory channel in the memory mode.

• Rotate [O-DIAL] to select the memory channel type if necessary.

wPush [MEM], then rotate [O-DIAL] to select “CH TAG”

when selecting “LABEL” in “Group memory channel dis-

play” of the menu mode (p. 24)

ePush [MEM], then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired

channel tag.

• The tag type as shown below is selectable.

rPush [MEM] to decide the channel tag.

• Selectable tags

___ / TWR / GND / ATS / ATF / APP / ARR / AWS / CLR /

CTF / DEP / FSS / RFS / UNI / MF / OTH / U-1 / U-2

■

Channel tag list

TAG DISPLAY

MEANS

NAME Group*1GPS*2

_ _ _ YES – Non-tag

TWR YES YES Tower

GND YES YES Ground

ATS YES YES ATIS

ATF YES YES Air trafﬁc

APP YES YES Approach

ARR YES YES Arrival

AWS YES YES Automatic Weather Station

CLR YES YES Clearance / Delivery

CTF YES YES

Common Trafﬁc Advisory Frequency

DEP YES YES Departure Frequency

FSS YES YES Flight Service Station

RFS YES YES Remote Flight Service Station

UNI YES YES Unicom frequency

MF YES YES Mandatory frequency

OTH YES – Other

U-1 YES – User1 setting (Refer to p. 26)

U-2 YES – User2 setting (Refer to p. 26)

*1Group memory, *2GPS memory

CH01

127.005

122.00

RX GRP01

TWR

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MEMORY OPERATION

■GPS memory

When connected to an external GPS receiver* equipped with

an airport frequency database, frequency data such as

nearby airports can be transferred and made available in the

GPS memory (maximum 10-memory channels).

*Ask your dealer for available GPS receiver details.

qPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the GPS memory channel.

• “GPS” appears.

eRotate [DIAL] to select a desired channel.

rPush [RCL] to exit the GPS memory mode.

■Weather memory channel

(U.S.A. version only)

The U.S.A. version has VHF marine WX (weather) channel

receiving capability for ﬂight planning.

qPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the weather memory channel.

• “WEATHER” appears.

eRotate [DIAL] to select a desired channel.

rPush [RCL] to exit the weather memory mode.

WX01

162.555

122.00

RX DUAL WEATHER

CH01 TWR

122.055

122.00

RX GPS RJTJ

Airport code

Tag name

Channel Frequency Channel Frequency

WX01 162.550 MHz WX06 162.500 MHz

WX02 162.400 MHz WX07 162.525 MHz

WX03 162.475 MHz WX08 161.650 MHz

WX04 162.425 MHz WX09 161.775 MHz

WX05 162.450 MHz WX10 163.275 MHz

• Weather memory channel list

NOTE: See the GPS receiver’s instruction manual when

transferring the frequency data in details.

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3MEMORY OPERATION

■GPS memory edit

The received GPS memory data is stored to desired group

memory channel.

qPush [RCL] to enter the memory mode.

• The channel number appears.

• The memory channel name also appears if it has been entered.

wRotate [O-DIAL] to select the GPS memory channel.

• “GPS” appears.

ePush [MEM] to enter the GPS memory channel edit mode,

then rotate [O-DIAL] to select the desired group memory.

• “GPS” and airport code blink.

rPush [MEM] to store the GPS memory channel data to the

selected group memory.

tPush [RCL] to exit the memory mode.

NOTE:The GPS memory data is overwritten if the setting

group memory channel has already memorized other data.

■Memory protection

The transceiver has memory protection which inhibits to the

editing (storing, deleting, replacing, etc.) of the memory group

memory channels.

Refer to “Memory Protection” (pgs. 18, 24) for details.

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OTHER FUNCTIONS

■Lock function

The lock function prevents accidental frequency changes and

accidental function activation.

qPush and hold [DIAL] for 2 sec. to turn the lock function

ON.

• “ ” appears when DIAL lock mode is selected.

• “ ” appears when PANEL lock mode is selected.

wTo turn the function OFF, repeat step qabove.

• “ ” or “ ” disappears.

■Accessing 121.5 MHz

emergency frequency

The IC-A210 can be set to the 121.5 MHz emergency fre-

quency quickly. This function can be activated even when the

key lock function is in use.

qPush [EC] to call the emergency frequency to the standby

frequency, and then entering the dualwatch operation au-

tomatically.

wPush [↔]to transfer emergency frequency to the active

frequency if necessary.

• “EC” appears.

ePush [↔]to exit from the emergency frequency.

• Set the frequency except 121.500 MHz before pushing [↔]to

the standby frequency if necessary.

• “EC” disappears.

NOTE: “EC” also appears on the display while the active

frequency is set to 121.500 MHz.

NOTE: AUTOMATIC LOCK RELEASE FUNCTION

This transceiver has an “Automatic Lock Release Function”

which releases the Lock function automatically when an op-

erator gets into a panic.

The function performs when operating to push any keys (ex-

cept [EC]) 8-times or rotating any dials (except [VOL]) 25-

clicks for 5 sec.

CONVENIENT!: Push and hold [EC] for 2 sec. to enter

the direct frequency setting mode (p. 8), and set the emer-

gency frequency (121.5 MHz).

• “EC” appears.

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4OTHER FUNCTIONS

■Intercom function

When 2-headphone and microphone jacks are connected to

the transceiver, these headsets can be used as a voice-acti-

vated intercom.

qEnter to the MENU mode.

• See p.22 for details.

wSet Intercom Usable Setting to ON.

• See p.27 for details.

eExit from the MENU mode.

• See p.22 for details.

rPush and hold [DUAL] for 2 sec. to enable the intercom

function.

• “ICS” appears.

• The headphone audio output level can be selected

“OFF,” “output level ﬁxing (001–076)” or “interlocking with

[VOL]” in the MENU mode (p. 23).

• The microphone1 and microphone2 audio input levels

can be also selected “OFF” or “output level fixing

(001–076)” in the MENU mode (p. 23).

■Squelch test function

This function opens the squelch manually for testing.

qPush [VOL] to turn the squelch test function ON.

• “TEST” appears.

wTo turn the function OFF, repeat step qas above.

• “TEST” disappears.

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OTHER FUNCTIONS

■Weather memory channel

scan (U.S.A. version only)

Scanning searches for weather channel signals automatically

and makes it easier to listen purposes.

Repeatedly scans all weather memory channels.

This function is available for the U.S.A. version only.

qSet to the weather memory channel mode.

wPush and hold [VOL] for 2 sec. to start weather memory

channel scan.

• To change the scan direction, turn [DIAL].

• “NO WTH” appears when no signal receives from WX01– WX10

channels. Then the weather memory channel scan stops auto-

matically.

• “SEARCH“ ﬂashes while scanning.

ePush and hold [VOL] for 2 sec. again to stop the scan.

162.555

122.00

RX WEATHER

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5MENU MODE

■MENU mode programming

MENU mode is available at power ON and allows you to set

seldom-changed settings. In this way you can customize

transceiver operations to suit your preferences and operating

style.

DOperating MENU mode

qRotate [VOL] to turn the transceiver’s power ON.

wPush [RCL] to set VFO mode if memory mode is selected.

ePush and hold [RCL] for 2 sec. to enter the MENU mode.

rRotate [O-DIAL] to select setting items.

tRotate [DIAL] to select the desired condition.

yPush [RCL] to exit MENU mode, and returning to the pre-

vious operating condition.

• MENU mode items

MENU MODE

HP LEVEL AF GAIN

01/31

RCL

MEM

OFF

VOL

PUSH

TEST

COMM

DUAL

iA210

AF GAIN

OFF

001

076

Desired condition setting

HP LEVEL

INCOM LV1

INCOM LV2

MIC1 SQL

Menu mode items setting

Menu mode items Items number

Setting value

p. 23

HP LEVEL

GRP MEMORY

INCOM LV2

INCOM LV1

MIC1 SQL

MIC2 SQL

ANL

SQL LEVEL

FM SQL LV*

*Not available on all versions.

LOCK MODE

DW INTERVAL

MEM PROTECT

MIC2 GAIN

MIC1 GAIN

SIDETONE LV

TX MIC SEL

DISP HIGH

DISP MAN.

AUX LEVEL

DISP MODE

DISP LOW

DISP RESP.

FREQ DISP

U-1 ID SET

U-2 ID SET

AUX IN

BEEP

INCOM MODE

TIME OUT

MEM CLEAR

p. 26

p. 27

p. 25

p. 24

p. 25

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MENU MODE

■MENU mode items

DHeadphone Level “HP LEVEL”

Set the headphone output level while receiving.

• AF gain : The output level is same as [VOL].

• OFF (0) : While muting the headphone.

• 001–080 : Setting audio level from 1 to 80.

DIntercom1 Microphone Audio Input Level

“INCOM LV1”

Set the intercom1 microphone input level.

• OFF (0) : While muting the intercom1 microphone.

• 001–080 : Setting the intercom1 input level from 1 to 80.

DIntercom2 Microphone Audio Input Level

“INCOM LV2”

Set the intercom2 microphone input level.

• OFF (0) : While muting the intercom2 microphone.

• 001–076 : Setting the intercom2 input level from 1 to 80.

DIntercom1 Squelch Level “MIC1 SQL”

Set the intercom1 squelch level.

The setting level is required to open the squelch when speak-

ing to the intercom1.

• OFF (0) : While opening the intercom1 squelch.

• 001–030 : Setting the intercom1 squelch level from 1 to 30.

DIntercom2 Squelch Level “MIC2 SQL”

Set the intercom2 squelch level.

The setting level is required to open the squelch when speak-

ing to the intercom2.

• OFF (0) : While opening the intercom2 squelch.

• 001–030 : Setting the intercom2 squelch level from 1 to 30.

DAutomatic Noise Limiter “ANL”

The ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) function reduces noise

components such as that caused by engine ignition systems

while receiving.

• OFF : The ANL function is OFF.

• ON : The ANL function is ON.

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5MENU MODE

■MENU mode items (Continued)

DAM Squelch Level “SQL LEVEL”

Set the squelch level for AM mode operation.

In order to receive signals properly, as well as for the scan to

function effectively, the squelch must be adjusted to the

proper level.

• –010–010 : Setting AM squelch level from –10 to 10.

DFM Squelch Level “FM SQL LV”

(U.S.A. version only)

Set the squelch level for FM mode operation.

• –010–010 : Setting FM squelch level from –10 to 10.

DLock Mode “LOCK MODE”

Set the lock function effective area.

• OFF : The lock function is nonfunctional.

• DIAL : The lock function applies to [DIAL].

• PANEL : The lock function applies to buttons on the front panel.

DDualwatch Interval “DW INTERVAL”

Set the interval time while operating dualwatch or weather

scan.

• FAST : The interval time sets to 300 msec.

• MID : The interval time sets to 600 msec.

• SLOW : The interval time sets to 2 sec.

DMemory Protection “MEM PROTECT”

Set the memory protection to regular memory channels and

group memory channels.

Editing the regular memory and group memory channels is

inhibited while the protection is ON.

• OFF : The memory protection is OFF.

• ON : The memory protection is ON.

DGroup Memory Channel Display

“GRP MEMORY”

Set the displaying whether the label displays or not.

• CH : The only channel number is displayed.

• LABEL : The label is also displayed.

DMicrophone1 Gain “MIC1 GAIN”

Set the microphone1’s gain.

• –010–010 : Setting the microphone1’s gain from –10 to 10.

DMicrophone2 Gain “MIC2 GAIN”

Set the microphone2’s gain.

• –010–010 : Setting the microphone2’s gain from –10 to 10.

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MENU MODE

■MENU mode items (Continued)

DSidetone Level “SIDETONE LV”

When using an optional headset (supplied from 3rd party*)

via the adapter, the transceiver outputs your transmitted voice

to the headset for monitoring.

*Ask your dealer in details.

• OFF (0) : The sidetone function is OFF.

• 001–080 : Setting sidetone level from 1 to 80.

DTransmitting Microphone Selection

“TX MIC SEL”

Set the usable microphone when pushing microphone’s PTT

switch.

The item allows you to control which connected microphone

is permitted to transmit.

• MIC1 : Selecting the microphone1.

• MIC2 : Selecting the microphone2.

• MIC1+2 : Selecting both the microphone1 and microphone2.

DDimmer Mode “DISP MODE”

Set the OLED dimmer mode.

• OFF : The dimmer function is OFF.

• AUTO : Set the dimmer automatically depending on local bright-

ness.

The light sensor which built-in the display is used for

this function.

• MANUAL : Set the dimmer depending on Dimmer Brightness (Low)

“DISP LOW”.

DDimmer Brightness (Low) “DISP LOW”

Set the lower brightness level in the automatic adjustment

range when “AUTO” is selected at the “Dimmer Mode.”

The transceiver automatically adjusts its display brightness

by the current lighting conditions.

• OFF : The key backlight sets OFF.

• 001–049 : Setting low dimmer brightness level from 1 to 49.

DDimmer Brightness (High) “DISP HIGH”

Set the upper brightness level in the automatic adjustment

range when “AUTO” is selected at the Dimmer Mode.

• 050–100 : Setting dimmer brightness level from 50 to 100.

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5MENU MODE

■MENU mode items (Continued)

DDimmer Brightness (Manually) “DISP MAN.”

Set the brightness manually to suit your own preferences.

• 0–100 : Setting dimmer level manually from 0 (OFF) to 100.

DDimmer Response “DISP RESP.”

Set the dimmer switching speed when selecting “AUTO” at

the “Dimmer Mode.”

• STANDARD

: Selecting switch speed is normal.

• FAST : Selecting switch speed is fast.

DFrequency Display “FREQ DISP”

Set the 1 kHz digit frequency displaying to the OLED.

• OFF : The 1 kHz digit always does not display on the OLED.

• ON : The 1 kHz digit always display on the OLED.

• ZERO SUPP.

: The 1 kHz digit display on the OLED (Except the digit

is 0).

DUSER-1 Setting “U-1 ID SET”

Set the USER-1, channel tag, to the desired ID.

qPush [MEM] to enter the U-1 ID edit mode.

wRotate [DIAL] to select the desired character.

eRotate [O-DIAL] to select the next input digit.

rRepeat w–eto input the U-1 ID.

tPush [MEM] again to store the U-1 ID, and exit the edit mode.

DUSER-2 Setting “U-2 ID SET”

Set the USER-2, channel tag, to the desired ID.

qPush [MEM] to enter the U-2 ID edit mode.

wRotate [DIAL] to select the desired character.

eRotate [O-DIAL] to select the next input digit.

rRepeat w–eto input the U-2 ID.

tPush [MEM] again to store the U-2 ID, and exit the edit mode.

DExternal Input “AUX IN”

Set the external input mode.

• OFF : The external input does not use.

• ON : The external input is available while squelch is closing.

• INCOM : The external input is available with the intercom opera-

tions as following.

- The intercom function is OFF.

- While the intercom function does not use.

- While audio signal does not input to the intercom’s mi-

crophone.

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MENU MODE

■MENU mode items (Continued)

DExternal Input Level “AUX LEVEL”

Set the external input level.

• OFF (0) : The external input does not operate.

• 001–080 : Setting the external input level from 1 to 80.

• AF GAIN : Interlocking with [VOL].

DBeep Tone Level “BEEP”

Conﬁrmation beep tones normally sound when storing mem-

ory, operating time-out-timer function, etc. These can be set

the desired beep level as you prefer.

• OFF (0) : The beep tone turns OFF.

• 001–100 : Setting the beep tone level from 1 to 100.

DIntercom Usable Setting “INCOM MODE”

Set the intercom using or not.

• ON : The intercom is usable.

• OFF : The intercom is unusable.

DTime-Out-Timer “TIME OUT”

To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the trans-

ceiver has a time-out-timer function. This timer starts when a

transmission begins, and will cut off the transmission when

the time set in the timer elapses.

• 020–240 : Setting time-out-timer starting period from 20 sec. to

240 sec. at 10 sec. intervals.

DMemory Clear “MEM CLEAR”

Setting values in the CPU are cleared.

Push and hold [MEM] for 2 sec., the CPU is reset as follow.

• MENU : MENU mode items are reset.

• MEMORY : Stored memories are reset.

• ALL : All CPU data is reset. 05

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6INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

■Transceiver installation

qInsert a

in allen wrench into the 2-holes in the front

panel.

wTurn the wrench counterclockwise until the front panel is

loose.

• A cable connects the front panel with the main unit.

eDisconnect the ﬂat cable from the front panel’s connector

to remove the front panel.

rVisually conﬁrm that the metal catches on the top and bot-

tom of the transceiver are as shown below.

tTurn the wrench clockwise until the main unit is ﬁxed to the

installation rack.

• Turn the wrench in the upper socket as shown below when using

the installation rack for Icom products.

• Turn the wrench when in the lower socket as shown below when

using the installation rack for 3rd party* products.

yReplace the disconnected cable and removed front panel

in place.

■

Transceiver removal

The IC-A210 may easily be removed from the installation

rack, if desired.

qPerform the same steps as q–eof “Transceiver installa-

tion” to remove the front panel (See the left column).

wTurn the wrench counterclockwise until the main unit

moves slightly from the installation rack.

• See tof “Transceiver installation” for details.

ePull out the transceiver slowly from the installation rack.

RCL

MEM

OFF

VOL

PUSH

TEST

COMM

DUAL

iA210

• Front panel rear view

• Main unit top/bottom view

Main unit front view

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CLONING

DData cloning

Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the

programmed contents or data from a PC to a transceiver

using the optional CS-A210 CLONING SOFTWARE.

Data can be cloned to and from a PC (IBM compatible) using

the optional CS-A210 CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional OPC-

1529R CLONING CABLE. Consult the CS-A210 instruction manual

and HELP message in details.

DDisplayed Message

• While clone writing.

• When clone writing is ﬁnished properly.

• When clone writing error occurs.

• While clone reading.

• When turn the power OFF/ON after clone writing error oc-

curs.

(The transceiver boots with Error mode.)

In this case, Clone writing correctly data to the transceiver is

necessary to cancel the error.

CLONE

WRITE

CLONE

WRITE OK

CLONE

WRITE ERR

CLONE

READ

127.00

RX MEMORY

CLONE

NO DATA

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8SPECIFICATIONS

DGeneral

• Frequency range : 118.000 to 136.975 MHz

161.650 to 163.275 MHz*

• Channel spacing : 25 kHz

• Frequency stability : ±5 ppm

• Operating temperature : –20˚C to +55˚C

–4˚F to +131˚F

• Antenna impedance : 50 Ω

• Number of memory channels : 10 memory channels

200 group channels

10 history channels

10 GPS channels

10 weather channels*

• Mode : AM (6K00A3E)

•Power supply requirement : 13.80 V / 27.50 V DC

(negative ground)

•Dimensions : 160 (W)✕34 (H)✕271 (D) mm

(projections not incl.)

(W)✕1

(H)✕10

(D)

• Weight : approx 1.0 kg; 2.2 lb

*U.S.A. version only, receiving only.

DTransmitter

• Mode : A3E

• Output power : 8 W (Carrier power)

• Spurious emissions : –60 dBc

• Microphone impedance : 600 Ω

• Modulation limiting : 70% (Max 98%)

DReceiver

• Receive system : Double conversion

superheterodyne

• Intermediate frequencies : 1st 38.85 MHz

2nd 450 kHz

•Sensitivity : (AM) Less than 2 µV (pd)

at 6 dB S/N

(FM) Less than 1.4 µV

at 12 dB SINAD*

• Selectivity : 6 dB ±3 kHz

60 dB ±22 kHz

• Spurious response rejc. : More than 74 dBµ

• Audio output power : 5 W with a 4 Ωload (External

speaker)

60 mW with a 500 Ωload

(Headphone)

Measurements made in accordance with RTCA DO-186B for

U.S.A. version. All stated speciﬁcations are subject to change

without notice or obligation.

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OPTIONS

DCS-A210

CLONING SOFTWARE

Provides quick and easy programming of items, including pri-

vate channels, scan settings, etc., via an Windows®PC (Mi-

crosoft®Windows®2000/Me/XP/Vista™) to transceiver.

DOPC-1529R

CLONING CABLE

This cloning cable provides convenient connection to a PC to

access programmable features, such as memory channels,

memory name, etc.

DMB-53

MOUNTING BRACKET

For mounting the transceiver to a vehicle. The external

speaker and microphone are included.

DPS-80

POWER SUPPLY

Provides convenient operation of the transceiver on the

ground. A built-in speaker and microphone* are included.

*Depending on version.

NOTE: PS-80’s speciﬁcations

Dimensions : 200 (W) ×200 (H) ×300 (D) mm

7.9 (W) ×7.9 (H) ×11.8 (D) in

Outputs : 13.8 V DC / 6 A

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INDEX

Accessing 121.5 MHz emergency frequency.........................................19

AM squelch level....................................................................................24

Automatic noise limiter...........................................................................23

Basic operation ........................................................................................5

Beep tone level ......................................................................................27

Blank channel...........................................................................................9

Channel selection...................................................................................10

Channel tag list ......................................................................................16

Clearing the memory contents ...............................................................14

Cloning...................................................................................................29

Data cloning ..........................................................................................29

Dimmer brightness (High) ......................................................................25

Dimmer brightness (Low).......................................................................25

Dimmer brightness (Manually) ...............................................................26

Dimmer mode ........................................................................................25

Dimmer response...................................................................................26

Direct frequency selection........................................................................5

Direct frequency setting mode operation .................................................8

Displayed message................................................................................29

Dualwatch interval..................................................................................24

Dualwatch operation ................................................................................8

Emergency frequency ............................................................................19

Entering memory mode............................................................................9

External input .........................................................................................26

External input level.................................................................................27

FM squelch level ....................................................................................24

Frequency display..................................................................................26

Frequency exchanging/not exchanging ...................................................6

Frequency selection.................................................................................5

Frequency set example............................................................................7

Frequency step ......................................................................................27

Front panel...............................................................................................1

Function display .......................................................................................4

General frequency selection ....................................................................5

GPS memory..........................................................................................17

GPS memory channel..............................................................................9

GPS memory edit...................................................................................18

Group memory channel......................................................................9, 13

Group memory channel display .............................................................24

Headphone level ....................................................................................23

History memory channel ....................................................................9, 14

Installation and removal .........................................................................28

Intercom function....................................................................................20

Intercom usable setting..........................................................................27

Intercom1 Microphone audio input level ................................................23

Intercom1 squelch level .........................................................................23

Intercom2 Microphone audio input level ................................................23

Intercom2 squelch level .........................................................................23

Lock function..........................................................................................19

Lock mode..............................................................................................24

Memory channel type...............................................................................9

Memory clear .........................................................................................27

Memory mode menu ..............................................................................12

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INDEX

Memory operation ....................................................................................9

Memory protect function...........................................................................9

Memory protection ...........................................................................18, 24

Menu mode items...................................................................................23

Menu mode programming......................................................................22

Microphone1 gain ..................................................................................24

Microphone2 gain ..................................................................................24

Operating menu mode ...........................................................................22

Other functions.......................................................................................19

Panel descriptions....................................................................................1

Programming channel names ................................................................15

Programming channel tag......................................................................16

Programming example ...........................................................................11

Programming group names....................................................................15

Programming notes..................................................................................9

Programming a memory channel...........................................................10

Regular memory channel...................................................................9, 13

Safety training information .....................................................................35

Sidetone level .......................................................................................25

Squelch test function..............................................................................20

Standby frequency selection....................................................................5

Time-Out-Timer ......................................................................................27

Transceiver installation ..........................................................................28

Transceiver removal...............................................................................28

Transferring memory contents ...............................................................12

Transmitting .............................................................................................6

Transmitting microphone selection .......................................................25

USER-1 setting ......................................................................................26

USER-2 setting ......................................................................................26

Weather memory channel..................................................................9, 17

Weather memory channel scan .............................................................21

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M E M O

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SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

Your Icom radio generates RF electromag-

netic energy during transmit mode. This

radio is designed for and classiﬁed as “Oc-

cupational 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 NOT intended for use by the “General

Population” in an uncontrolled environment.

• For compliance with FCC and Industry Canada RF Expo-

sure Requirements, the transmitter antenna installation shall

comply with the following two conditions:

1. The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed 0 dBi.

2. The antenna is required to be located outside of a vehicle

and kept at a distance of 36 centimeters or more between

the transmitting antenna of this device and any persons

during operation. For a small vehicle, the antenna as

worst case, the antenna shall be located on the roof top

at any place on the centre line along the vehicle in order

to achieve 36 centimeters separation distance. In order

to ensure this distance is met, the installation of the an-

tenna must be mounted at least 36 centimeters away

from the nearest edge of the vehicle in order to protect

against exposure to bystanders.

To ensure that your exposure to RF elec-

tromagnetic energy is within the FCC al-

lowable limits for occupational use, always

adhere to the following guidelines:

•DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna at-

tached, as this may damage 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

an 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 indica-

tor” appears. You can cause the radio to transmit by press-

ing the “PTT” switch.

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 ra-

diation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.

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