ICOM orporated 325300 VHF/UHF Dual Band FM Transceiver User Manual

ICOM Incorporated VHF/UHF Dual Band FM Transceiver

Users Manual

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 CEL-LULAR RADIOTELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW. INSTRUCTION MANUALiT70AiT70EVHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER
iFOREWORDThank you for purchasing this fine Icom product. The IC-T70A/T70E VHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and build with Icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. We want to take a moment of your time to thank you for mak-ing your IC-T70A/T70E your radio of choice, and hope you agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.” Many hours or research and development went into the design of your IC-T70A/T70E.EXPLICIT DEFINITIONSWORD DEFINITIONR DANGER! Personal death, serious injury or an ex-plosion may occur.R WARNING! Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur.CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.NOTE Recommended for optimum use. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock.FEATURESMDust-protection/Splash-resistant construc-tion (IP54*)*Only when the battery pack/case, antenna and jack cover are attached.MBuilt in VOX circuit enabling the VOX opera-tion* (voice operated transmission)*To use the VOX operation, an optional headset and a plug adapter cable are additionally required.M700 mW* AF power with BTL (bridge-tied load) amplifier*At 10% distortion with a 16 : loadIMPORTANTREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver.SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-T70A/T70E.
iiRWARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Caution should be observed when operating this device. If you have any questions regard-ing 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)RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the 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 verti-cal.RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with an 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 connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 16 V DC. This will ruin the transceiver.NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source using reverse polarity. This will ruin the transceiver.DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electri-cal blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.DO NOT push the PTT unless you actually intend to trans-mit.BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when op-erating it continuously for long periods.DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4˚F) or above +60°C (+140˚F).Place the unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children.DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol to clean the transceiver, because they can damage the trans-ceiver’s surfaces.PRECAUTIONS
iiiFCC INFORMATION• FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-lation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter-ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter-ference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and re-ceiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.PRECAUTIONSKEEP the transceiver away from heavy rain, and never im-merse it in the water. The transceiver meets IP54* require-ments for dust-protection and splash resistance. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, dust-protection and splash resistance cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the transceiver's case or the waterproof seal.*Only when the supplied battery pack (or optional battery pack/case), antenna and jack cover are attached.NEVER operate or touch the transceiver with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock or may damage the trans-ceiver.Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or batteries from the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Other-wise, the installed battery pack or batteries will become ex-hausted, and will need to be recharged or replaced.CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.
ivIcom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japnan, the United States, the United King-dom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.12345678910111213141516171819Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.SUPPLIED ACCESSORIESThe following accessories are supplied with the transceiver.qHand strap ····································································· 1wAntenna ·········································································· 1eBattery pack (BP-264)* ·················································· 1rBelt clip* ··········································································1tBattery charger (BC-167SA/SD/SV)* ····························· 1* Not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver version.teqrw
vFOREWORD ····················································································· iEXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ··································································· iFEATURES ························································································ iIMPORTANT ······················································································ iPRECAUTIONS ············································································ii, iiiFCC INFORMATION ······································································· iiiSUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ···························································· ivTABLE OF CONTENTS ·······························································v, vi1 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT·················································1–2N Hand strap ···············································································1N Belt clip ····················································································1N Battery pack ·············································································2N Antenna ···················································································22 PANEL DESCRIPTION ···························································3–8N Front, top and side panels ·······················································3N Function display ·······································································63 BATTERY CHARGING ·························································8–15N Caution (for the supplied BP-264 Ni-MH battery pack) ············8N Caution (for the optional BP-265 Li-Ion battery pack) ··············9N Optional battery case ·····························································11N Battery information ································································11N Regular charging ···································································12N Rapid charging with the BC-191 ············································13N Rapid charging with the BC-193 ············································14N External DC power operation ·················································154 BASIC OPERATION ···························································16–23N Power ON ··············································································16N Setting audio volume ·····························································16N Setting squelch level ······························································17N Monitor function ·····································································17N Setting the mode····································································18N Setting a tuning step ······························································19N Setting a frequency ································································19N Operating mode selection ······················································21N Key lock function ····································································21N Receiving ···············································································22N Transmit power selection ·······················································22N Transmitting ············································································235 REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS ························24–28N Repeater operation ································································24N Duplex operation ····································································26N Reverse duplex function ························································26N Auto repeater function ···························································27N 1750 Hz tone ·········································································286 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ···············································29–39N General description································································29N Selecting a call channel ·························································29N Selecting a memory channel ·················································30N Memory channel programming ··············································31N Memory bank setting ·····························································32N Memory bank selection ··························································33N Programming memory/bank/scan name ································34TABLE OF CONTENTS
viN Selecting memory/bank name indication ·······························35N Display type ···········································································36N Copying memory/call contents···············································37N Memory clearing ····································································38N Erasing/transferring bank contents ········································397 SCAN OPERATION ····························································40–47N Scan types ·············································································40N Full/band/programmed scan ·················································42N Scan edges programming ······················································43N Memory scan ········································································44N Memory bank scan ································································45N Skip channel/frequency setting ··············································46N Scan resume condition ··························································478 PRIORITY WATCH······························································48–50N Priority watch types ·······························································48N Priority watch operation ·························································499 SET MODES ········································································51–64N General ··············································································51N Set mode item list ··································································52N Initial set mode item list ·························································52N Set mode items ······································································53N Initial set mode items ·····························································5910 OTHER FUNCTIONS ··························································65–75N Programming a DTMF code sequence ··································65N Transmitting a DTMF code sequence ····································66N Setting DTMF transfer speed ·················································67N Tone frequency and DTCS code ············································68NTone/DTCS squelch ·······························································70N Tone scan···············································································71N Weather channel operation ····················································72N Cloning function ·····································································74N Resetting················································································7511 TROUBLESHOOTING·······························································7612 SPECIFICATIONS·····································································7713 OPTIONS ············································································78–82N VOX function ··········································································80N Remote control function ·························································8214 CE ····················································································· 83, 84INDEX ·····················································································85–88TABLE OF CONTENTS 12345678910111213141516171819
1ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT1N Hand strapTo facilitate carrying the transceiver, slide the hand strap through the loop on the top of the rear panel as illustrated at right.N Belt clipTo attach the belt clip:Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip locks in place, and makes a ‘click’ sound.To detach the belt clip:qRemove the battery pack from the transceiver, if it is at-tached. (p. 2)wLift the tab up (q), and slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow (w).qwHandstrap
21ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT12345678910111213141516171819N Battery packTo attach the battery pack:qFit the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (q), then close.wHook the latch until it makes a ‘click’ sound (w).• Charge the battery pack before use. (pp. 12–14)To detach the battery pack:Be careful! The latch is tightly locked, so use caution when releasing it. DO NOT use your finger nail. Use the edge of a coin or screwdriver tip to carefully release it.Unhook the latch (e), and lift up the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (r).N AntennaInsert the antenna connector into the antenna and tighten the antenna screw.Jack cover•NEVER carry the transceiver by holding only the an-tenna.•When the jack is not in use, keep the jack cover attached to protect the connector from dust and moisture. For your informationThird-party antennas may increase transceiver performance. An optional AD-92SMA ANTENNACONNECTOR ADAPTER is available to connect an antenna that has a BNC connector.wqLatchBattery pack/Battery caseerLatchBattery pack/Battery case
3PANEL DESCRIPTION2N Front, top and side panelsSpeakerANTENNACONNECTOREXTERNALDC IN JACKVOLUMECONTROLCONTROL DIALEXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACKSKeypad (pp. 4, 5)Internal microphoneFunction display (pp. 6, 7)PTT SWITCHerywqtqANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 3)Connects the supplied antenna.• An optional AD-92SMA adapter (p. 79) is available for connect-ing an antenna with a BNC connector.wEXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACKS [SP/MIC]Connect an optional speaker microphone, cloning cable, or headset, if desired.See page 79 for a list of available options.Be sure to turn power OFF before connecting or dis-connecting optional equipment to/from the [SP/MIC] jack.eCONTROL DIAL [DIAL]± Rotate to tune the operating frequency. (p. 19)±During memory mode, rotate to select the memory channel. (pp. 18, 30)±While scanning, changes the scanning direction. (pp. 42, 44, 45)±While continuing to push [MONI](BAND), sets the squelch level. (p. 17)±After pushing [BAND] during memory mode operation, selects the programmed bank. (p. 33)±During set mode operation, rotate to select the set items. (p. 51)
42PANEL DESCRIPTION12345678910111213141516171819rVOLUME CONTROL [VOL]±Adjust audio volume level. (p. 16)±During set mode operation, rotate to select the options. (p. 51)tPTT SWITCH [PTT]±Push and hold to transmit, release to receive. (p. 23)For IC-T70E only±Push briefly, then push and hold to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst. (p. 28)yEXTERNAL DC IN JACK [DC IN]±Connects the supplied wall charger, BC-167S, to charge the attached battery pack, BP-264. (p. 12)• The transceiver can charge only the Ni-MH battery pack, BP-264. Charging the Li-Ion battery pack, BP-265 requires the rapid charger, BC-193.±Connect an external DC power supply through the op-tional CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L for external DC operation. (p. 15)D Keypad±Push to input numeral for frequency input, memory chan-nel selection.±Push to send the DTMF code. (pp. 66, 67) • [0]–[9] send “0”–“9,” [A](SET) sends “A,” [B](BAND) sends “B,” [C](H/M/L) sends “C,” [D](V/M/C) sends “D,” [1](DUP) sends “1(E)” and [#](T.SCAN) sends “# (F).”POWER KEY [ ]±Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the transceiver power ON or OFF. (p. 16)VFO/MEMORY/CALL • SELECT MEMORY WRITE KEY[V/M/C] • [S.MW](V/M/C)±Push to select the VFO mode, memory mode, call channel mode or weather channel mode*. (pp. 18, 29, 30, 72) *Only for the U.S.A. version transceiver.±Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode. (p. 31)
52PANEL DESCRIPTIONDKeypad (continued)BAND • MONITOR KEY [BAND] • [MONI](BAND)±During VFO mode operation, push to select an operating frequency band. (p. 19)±Push and hold to open the squelch temporarily and monitor the operating frequency. (p. 17)±While continuing to push this key, rotate [DIAL] to adjust the squelch level. (p. 17)±During memory mode operation, push to enter the memory bank group selection. (p. 33)OUTPUT POWER • SCAN KEY [H/M/L] • [SCAN](H/M/L)±Push to select the output power. (p. 22)• Selects the transmit output power from high, mid or low.±Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter the scan type selection mode. (pp. 42, 44, 45)• Push again to start the scan.SET • LOCK KEY [SET] • [ ](SET)±Push to enter the Set mode. (p. 51)±Push and hold for 1 sec. to toggle the lock func-tion ON or OFF. (p. 21)±During select memory write mode, push to select the items. (pp. 32, 34, 38, 39)TONE SCAN [T.SCAN](#)±Push and hold for 1 sec. to start tone scan func-tion. (p. 71)TONE/TONE SQUELCH KEY [TONE](0)±Push and hold for 1 sec. to select repeater tone, tone squelch, tone squelch reverse, DTCS squelch, DTCS squelch reverse and no tone op-eration in sequence. (p. 70)• Pocket beep function is available for tone squelch and DTCS squelch. (p. 70)DUPLEX KEY [DUP](1)±Push and hold for 1 sec. to select minus duplex, plus duplex or simplex operation. (p. 26)• “DUP–” (minus duplex), “DUP” (plus duplex) and no indication (simplex) appear in order.
62PANEL DESCRIPTION12345678910111213141516171819N Function displayytrq weqBATTERY ICON (pp. 11, 12)MWhen BP-264 or BP-265 is attached ±“” (battery icons) appear when the battery pack has ample capacity.±“” appears when the battery pack has less than half capacity.±“” blinks before the battery pack is exhausted. The battery pack must be charged.±The icons show “ ,” “ ” and “ (disappears)” in sequence while charging the attached Ni-MH bat-tery pack (BP-264). MWhen BP-263 is attached ±“” (battery icons) appear when the installed bat-teries have ample capacity.±“” blinks before the installed batteries are ex-hausted. The batteries must be replaced.wDUPLEX ICON (p. 26)“DUP” appears when plus duplex, “DUP–” appears when minus duplex is selected.eTONE ICON± “T” appears while the subaudible tone encoder is in use. (p. 24)± “T SQL” appears while the tone squelch function is in use. (p. 70)± “T SQL-R” appears while the reverse tone squelch func-tion is in use. (p. 70)± “DTCS” appears while the DTCS squelch function is in use. (p. 70)± “DTCS -R” appears while the reverse DTCS squelch function is in use. (p. 70)± “S” appears with the “T SQL” or “DTCS” indicator while the pocket beep function (with CTCSS or DTCS) is in use. (p. 70)r VOX ICON (p. 80)Appears when the VOX function is in use.t AUTO POWER OFF ICON (p. 59)Appears when the Auto Power OFF function is ON.yKEY LOCK ICON (p. 21)Appears when the key lock function is activated.
72PANEL DESCRIPTIONNFunction display (continued)!4 !3 !2iou!5!6!1 !0uSKIP ICONS±“ ” appears when the selected memory channel is set as a skip channel. (p. 46)±“P” appears when the displayed frequency is set as a skip frequency in memory mode. (p. 46)iMEMORY ICON (pp. 18, 30)Appears when memory mode is selected.oMEMORY CHANNEL NUMBER±Shows the selected memory channel number. (pp. 18, 30)±“C0” or “C1” appears when the call channel is selected. (pp. 18, 29)!0PRIORITY WATCH ICON (pp. 49, 50)Appears when priority watch is in use.!1WEATHER CHANNEL ICON (pp. 72–73)Appears when the weather alert function is in use.!2S/RF METER±Shows the relative signal strength while receiving sig-nals. (p. 22)±Shows the output power level while transmitting. (pp. 22, 23)!3OPERATING MODE ICONS (p. 21)Shows the selected operating mode.• FM and FMN are selectable.!4POWER ICONS (p. 22)± “L” appears when low power is selected.± “M” appears when middle power is selected.± No indicator appears when high power is selected.!5FREQUENCY READOUT ±Displays a variety of information, such as operating fre-quency, set mode contents.• The decimal point blinks during scan.±During memory mode operation, the programmed memory or memory bank name is displayed.!6TRANSMIT ICON (p. 23)Appears during transmit.
83BATTERY CHARGING12345678910111213141516171819•R DANGER! NEVER short terminals (or charging terminals) of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing bat-tery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc.Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as a necklace, etc. may cause shorting. This may damage not only the battery pack, but also the transceiver.•R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Inter-nal battery gas may cause an explosion.•R DANGER! NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BE-FORE attaching it to the transceiver.•CAUTION: Always use the battery within the specified tem-perature range, –5˚C to +60˚C (+23˚F to +140˚F). Using the battery out of its specified temperature range will re-duce the battery’s performance and battery life.•CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is left completely discharged, or in an excessive temperature environment (above +55˚C; +131˚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 charging. Keep it safely in a cool dry place at the following temperature range:–20˚C to +45˚C (–4˚F to +113˚F) (up to a month)–20˚C to +35˚C (–4˚F to +95˚F) (up to six months)–20˚C to +25˚C (–4˚F to +77˚F) (up to a year*)* We recommend charging the battery pack every 6 months.•Clean the battery terminals to avoid rust or misscontact.•Keep battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to clean bat-tery terminals once a week.• If your Ni-MH battery pack seems to have no capacity, even after being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery pack still does not retain a charge (or only very lit-tle charge), a new battery pack must be purchased.Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.• Recommended temperature range for charging:between 0°C and +45°C for the regular charge by the transceiver.or between +10°C and +40°C for the rapid charge with the BP-191.• Use the supplied charger (BC-167S) or optional charger (BC-191) only. NEVER use other manufacturers’ chargers.• The battery pack contains a rechargeble battery.Charge the battery pack before first operating the trans-ceiver, or when the battery pack becomes exhausted.If you want to prolong the battery life, the following points should be observed:- Avoid over charging.- Use the battery pack until it becomes almost completely exhausted, under normal conditions. We recommend bat-tery charging after transmitting becomes impossible.N Caution (for the supplied BP-264 Ni-MH battery pack)
93BATTERY CHARGINGN Caution (for the optional BP-265 Li-Ion battery pack)•R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios and Icom chargers. Only Icom bat-tery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or coun-terfeit battery packs may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.D Battery caution•R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the bat-tery. 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 tempera-ture 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 tem-peratures 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.•R DANGER! NEVER incinerate a used battery pack, since internal battery gas may cause it to rupture, or may cause an explosion.•R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals, or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gen-eration, 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.•R 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.•RWARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from in-side the battery.Misuse of Lithium-Ion batteries may result in the following hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery performance.
103BATTERY CHARGING12345678910111213141516171819• R 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 tem-perature range, –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.• 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 ex-tended period of time. If the battery must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the radio after discharg-ing. You may use the battery until the remaining capacity is about half, and then keep it safely in a cool dry place at the following temperature range:–20˚C to +50˚C (–4˚F to +122˚F) (up to a month)–20˚C to +35˚C (–4˚F to +95˚F) (up to three months)–20˚C to +20˚C (–4˚F to +68˚F) (up to a year)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 vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such environments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging.• R 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 char-ger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery may rupture.• R WARNING! NEVER insert the transceiver (battery at-tached 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 speci-fied temperature range: BC-193 (+10˚C to +40˚C; +50˚F to +104˚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 per-formance or battery life may be reduced.
113BATTERY CHARGINGNOptional battery case (BP-263)When you would like to use the optional battery case (BP-263),install 6 uAA (LR6) size alkaline batteries, as shown below. q Remove the battery case if it is attached. (p. 2)w Install 6 × AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries.• Install only alkaline batteries.• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.e Attach the battery case. (p. 2)• When installing batteries, make sure they are all the same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and old batteries together.• Never use batteries whose insulated covering is damaged.• Never incinerate used battery cells since internal battery gas may cause them to rupture.• Never expose a detached battery case to water. If the bat-tery case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it.• Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean battery terminals once a week.• We recommend to select the middle power transmission dur-ing the battery case operation for protecting batteries heat up.N Battery informationD Battery lifeBattery pack Voltage Capacity Battery life*1BP-263 Battery case forAA (LR6) × 6 alkaline —*2BP-264 7.2 V 1400 mAh (typ.) VHF 11.5 hrs.UHF 10 hrs.BP-265 7.4 V 1900 mAh (min.)2000 mAh (typ.)VHF 16 hrs.UHF 13.5 hrs.*1 When the power save function is set to “Auto,” and the operating time is calculated under the following conditions;TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90*2The average operating time depends on the alkaline cells used.Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a small current still flows in the radio. Remove the battery pack or case from the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Oth-erwise, the battery pack or installed batteries will become exhausted.Indication Battery conditionThe battery pack (BP-264/BP-265) or battery case (BP-263) has ample capacity.The battery pack (BP-264/BP-265) is nearing exhaus-tion.(blinks)The battery pack or battery case is exhausted. Charg-ing (BP-264/BP-265) or replacing batteries (BP-263)is necessary.Be careful! The negative terminals of the battery case protrude from the body, so pay attention not to injure your fingers when inserting the batteries.
123BATTERY CHARGING3N Regular chargingPrior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.DBattery iconsThe icons show “ ,” “ ” and “ (disappers)” in se-quence and “CHARGE” appears while charging (when the transceiver’s power is OFF). The icons and “CHARGE” dis-appear when the battery pack is completely charged.DCharging note• Be sure to turn the transceiver power OFF.Otherwise the battery pack will not be charged completely or will take much longer to charge.• The transceiver can charge only the BP-264 battery pack. Other types of rechargeable battery, Ni-Cd or Li-Ion batter-ies cannot be charged.• External DC power operation becomes possible when using an optional CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L. The attached battery pack is also charged simultaneously, except during transmit (see p. 15 for more details).• The external DC power supply voltage must be between 10–16 V to charge the battery pack and for operation when using an optional OPC-254L. (We recommend 11 V DC for operation.)• If the battery icons (“ ” and “ ”) disappears only after 1 min. from connecting to the DC power supply, the bat-tery pack may have problem. In this case, contact your Icom dealer/distributor, or purchase a new battery pack.• BC-167S• CP-12L (Optional)• OPC-254L (Optional)to AC outletto cigarette lightersocket (12 V DC)to 11 V DC(power supply)White: +Black: _Transceiverto[DC IN]Turn power OFF while charging the batterypack.The shape maydiffe depending on the version.• Charging time period:Approx. 8 hoursBP-264• CP-19R (Optional)Be sure to disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet after the battery charging is completed, otherwise the trans-ceiver may receive switching noise from the AC adapter de-pending on the operating frequencies and/or antenna used.
133BATTERY CHARGINGThe optional BC-191 provides rapid charging of the Ni-MH battery pack BP-264.DCharging note• Be sure to turn the transceiver power OFF.• The desktop charger, BC-191, can charge only the BP-264 battery pack. Other types of rechargeable battery, Ni-Cd or Li-Ion batteries cannot be charged.•NEVER install the transceiver with battery pack to the BC-191 when the transceiver is connected to the DC power supply. This may cause the BC-191’s manufunction and the charging indicator of the BC-191 lights red. In this case, dis-connect the AC adapter from the BC-191, and then recon-nect the AC adapter to the BC-191.• The optional CP-23L and OPC-515L can be used instead of the supplied AC adapter. Connect one of these to the [DC 12-16V] jack in this case.• Charging period: approx. 2 hours (with BP-264)TransceiverBattery packCharge indicator• Lights orange : While charging• Lights green : Charging is completed.• Blinks red : Charging error occurs.Screws*(Self tapping screw:M3.5 × at least 30 mm)*Purchase separately.Using screws isrecommended tosecure the charger.About OPC-515LWhite line: Black line:CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-515L to a power sourceusing reverse polarity. This willruin the battery charger.+–Optional OPC-515L(for DC powersource) or CP-23L(for 12 V cigarettelighter socket) canbe used instead ofthe AC adapter.BC-123S(suppliedwith BC-191)Turn power OFFN Rapid charging with the BC-191
143BATTERY CHARGING3The optional BC-193 provides rapid charging of the Li-Ion-battery pack BP-265.DCharging note• Be sure to turn the transceiver power OFF.• The desktop charger, BC-193, can charge only the BP-265 battery pack. Other types of rechargeable battery, Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries cannot be charged.•NEVER install the transceiver with battery pack to the BC-193 when the transceiver is connected to the DC power supply. This may cause the BC-193’s manufunction and the charging indicator of the BC-193 lights red. In this case, dis-connect the AC adapter from the BC-193, and then recon-nect the AC adapter to the BC-193.• The optional CP-23L and OPC-515L can be used instead of the supplied AC adapter. Connect one of these to the [DC 12-16V] jack in this case.• Charging period: approx. 2.5 hours (with BP-265)TransceiverTurn power OFFBattery packBC-123S(suppliedwith BC-193)The optional OPC-515L (for DC powersource) or CP-23L(for 12 V cigarettelighter socket) canbe used instead ofthe AC adapter.Charge indicator• Lights orange : While charging• Lights green : Charging is completed.• Blinks red : Charging error occurs.Screws*(Self tapping screw:M3.5 × at least 30 mm)*Purchase separately.Using screws isrecommended tosecure the charger.About OPC-515LWhite line: Black line:CAUTION: NEVER connect theOPC-515L to a power sourceusing reverse polarity. This willruin the battery charger.+–IMPORTANT!Ensure the tabs onthe battery pack arecorrectly aligned withthe guide rails insidethe charger adapter.Guide railTabsN Rapid charging with the BC-193
153BATTERY CHARGINGN External DC power operationAn optional cigarette lighter cable (CP-12L or CP-19R; for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) or external DC power cable (OPC-254L) can be used for external power operation. (We recommend the CP-19R when you want to connect a 12 V cigarette lighter socket.)D Operating note• Power supply voltage must be between 10.0–16.0 V DC. (We recommend 11.0 V DC.) NEVER CONNECT OVER 16 V DC directly into the [DC IN] jack of the transceiver.•BE SURE to use CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L when connecting a regulated 12 V DC power supply.Use an external DC-DC converter to connect the transceiver through optional CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L to a 24 VDC power source.• The voltage of the external power supply must be within 10–16 V DC when using either CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L, otherwise, use the battery pack/battery case.• Disconnect the power cable from the transceiver when not using it. Otherwise, the vehicle battery will become ex-hausted.• The power save function is deactivated automatically dur-ing external DC power operation.TransceiverBP-264• CP-12L (Optional)• CP-19R (Optional)• OPC-254L (Optional)to cigarette lightersocket (12 V DC)to 11 V DC(power supply)White: +Black: _to[DC IN]NOTE: Up to 5 W (approx.) of maximum output power is available when using external DC power. However, when the supplied voltage exceeds 14 V, the built-in protection circuit activates to reduce the transmit output power to 2.5 W (approx.).
164BASIC OPERATION12345678910111213141516171819N Power ON± Push and hold [ ] for 1 sec. to turn power ON.• Push and hold [ ] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF.The voltage indication is skipped in the Initial set mode (p. 61).N Setting audio volume± Rotate [VOL]to adjust the audio level. • If squelch is closed, push and hold [MONI](BAND) while setting the audio level.• The display shows the volume level while setting.[VOL]Minimum setting (no audio)Maximum settingVolume levelThe beep level is adjustable in the Initial set mode (p. 60).
174BASIC OPERATIONN Setting squelch levelThe squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal depend-ing on the signal strength. The transceiver has 9 squelch lev-els, a continuously open setting and an automatic squelch setting.±While continuing to push [MONI](BAND), rotate [DIAL] to select the squelch level.• “LEVEL1” is loose squelch (for weak signals) and “LEVEL9” is tight squelch (for strong signals).• “Auto” indicates automatic level adjustment by a noise pulse counting system.• “OPEn” indicates continuously open setting.[DIAL]Maximum levelAutomatic squelchN Monitor functionThis function is used to listen to weak signals without disturb-ing the squelch setting or to open the squelch manually even when mute functions such as the tone squelch are in use.±Push and hold [MONI](BAND) to monitor the operating frequency.• The 1st and 2nd segments of the S-meter blink.Two segments blinkThe [MONI] key can be set to ‘sticky’ operation in the Initial set mode. See page 63 for details.
184BASIC OPERATION12345678910111213141516171819N Setting the modeq Push [V/M/C] repeatedly to select the VFO mode, memory mode, call channel mode or weather channel mode*, in sequence*Only for the U.S.A. version transceiver.w Rotate [DIAL] to change the fre-quency or select a desired channel.D VFO modeThe VFO mode is used to set the desired frequency.• VFO mode displayWhat is VFO?VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator. Fre-quencies for both transmitting and receiving are generated and controlled by the VFO.D Memory modeMemory mode is used for opera-tion on memory channels which store programmed frequencies.•“ ” appears when memory mode is selected.• Only programmed memory chan-nels can be selected.• Enter the memory channel directly to select the desired memory channel. (p. 30)D Call channel modeThe Call channel is used for quick recall of most often-used frequency.• “C0” or “C1” appears instead of the memory channel number when the Call channel mode is selected.D Weather channel mode*There are 10 weather channels for monitoring weather broad-casts from NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Ad-ministration).*Only for the U.S.A. version transceiver.[DIAL]• Memory mode displayAppears• Call channel display• Weather channel display
194BASIC OPERATIONN Setting a tuning stepThe tuning step can be selected for both band. The following tuning steps are available for the IC-T70A/T70E.• 5.0 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 • 125.0 kHz • 200.0 kHzD Tuning step selectionq In the VFO mode, push [BAND] to select the desired fre-quency band.• If the VFO mode is not selected, such as a memory channel/call channel mode or the weather channel mode, push [V/M/C] to select the VFO mode first, then push [BAND] to select the de-sired band.w Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.e Rotate [DIAL] to select the tuning step set item, then ro-tate [VOL] to select the desired tuning step.rPush [V/M/C] to return to the VFO mode.[VOL][DIAL]5 kHz tuning stepN Setting a frequencyD Using the dialq Push [V/M/C] to select the VFO mode, if any other mode is selected.w Push [BAND] to select the desired frequency band.eRotate [DIAL] to select the desired frequency.• The frequency changes according to the preset tuning steps. See the previous content to set the tuning step.[DIAL][DIAL] changes the frequencyaccording to the selectedtuning step.• 144 MHz band• 400 MHz bandPush [BAND]
D Using the keypadThe frequency can be directly set via numeric keys.• If a frequency outside the frequency range is en-tered, the previously displayed frequency is auto-matically recalled after entering last digit.q Push [V/M/C] to select the VFO mode, if any other mode is selected.w Enter the desired frequency via the keypad.204BASIC OPERATION12345678910111213141516171819Depending on the tuning step setting, it may not be possible to input a 1 kHz digit. In this case, enter “0” as 1 kHz digit, then ro-tate [DIAL] to set the desired frequency.• Entering 145.580 MHz• Changing 100 kHz and belowEditing 145.550 MHz to 145.640 MHzPush to cancel numeral key input.
N Operating mode selectionOperating modes are determined by the modulation of the radio signals. The transceiver has two operating modes, FM and FM-N (narrow). The mode selection is stored indepen-dently for each band and memory channel.q Push [V/M/C] to select the VFO mode, if any other mode is selected.w Push [BAND] to select the desired frequency band.e Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.r Rotate [DIAL] to select the operating mode set item, then rotate [VOL] to select “WIDE” (FM) or “nARROW” (FM-nar-row).tPush [V/M/C] to return to the VFO mode.[VOL][DIAL]: Rotate [VOL]FM FMNN Key lock functionTo prevent accidental frequency changes and unnecessary function access, use the lock function. ±Push and hold [](SET) for 1 sec. to turn the lock func-tion ON or OFF.• “ ” appears while the lock function is activated.•[],[ ](SET), [MONI](BAND), [PTT],[VOL] and squelch ad-justment ([MONI](BAND) + [DIAL]) are operable while the lock function is activated.AppearsTo prevent accidental transmission, etc., the transceiver has a PTT lock function. Turns the PTT lock function ON or OFF in the Initial set mode. (p. 62)214BASIC OPERATION
224BASIC OPERATION12345678910111213141516171819N ReceivingMake sure a charged battery pack (BP-264, BP-265) or brand new alkaline batteries (BP-263) are installed (pp. 2, 12–14).qPush and hold [] for 1 sec. to turn power ON.w Rotate [VOL] to set the desired audio level. (p. 16)• The frequency display shows the volume level while setting.eSet the receiving frequency. (p. 20)rSet the squelch level. (p. 17)• While continuing to push [MONI](BAND), rotate [DIAL].• The first click of [DIAL] indicates the current squelch level.• “LEVEL1” is loose squelch (for weak signals) and “LEVEL9” is tight squelch (for strong signals).• “Auto” indicates automatic level adjustment by a noise pulse counting system.• Push and hold [MONI](BAND) to open the squelch manually.t When a signal is received:• Squelch opens and audio is output.• The S/RF meter shows the relative signal strength level.qr Set squelch levele Set frequencyr Push and hold forsetting the squelch(Push and hold to monitor)e Select bandw Set audio levelN Transmit power selectionThe transceiver has three output power levels to suit your op-erating requirements. Low output power during short-range communications may reduce the possibility of interference to other stations and will conserve battery power.± Push [H/M/L] to toggle the transmit output power between High (5W*), Mid (2.5 W*) and Low (0.5 W*). *approx.AppearsLow power transmissionMid. power transmissionHigh power transmission• During transmitting
234BASIC OPERATIONN TransmittingNOTE: To prevent interference, push and hold [MONI](BAND) to listen on the frequency before transmitting.Microphone[PTT]q Set the operating frequency. (p. 20)• Transmission is available on the 144 MHz/400 MHz amateur bands only.• Select output power if desired. See pre-vious page for details.w Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.•“ ” appears.• S/RF meter shows the output power level.e Speak into the microphone using your normal voice level.• DO NOT hold the transceiver too close to your mouth or speak too loudly. This may distort your speech.rRelease [PTT] to return to receive.RWARNING!NEVER continuously transmit for long periods of time. When the transceiver is used for continuous prolonged transmission at high power, the transceiver radiates heat to protect itself from overheating and transceiver’s chassis will become hot. This may cause a burn.DO NOT operate the transceiver in a situation that will ob-struct heat dissipation, especially if the transceiver is oper-ated with an external power supply. Heat dissipation may be affected, and it may cause a burn, warp the casing or damage the transceiver.NOTE: When the transceiver becomes hot from continuous transmission, etc., the transceiver’s heat protection gradu-ally reduces the output power to 2.5 W (Mid), then it stops transmission after that, to protect the transceiver itself until it has cooled down.• “M” (Power icon) blinks during the heat protection reduces the output power.• “Hot” is displayed during the heat protection inhibits the transmis-sion.CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver.
245REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS12345678910111213141516171819N Repeater operationWhen using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by the frequency offset (p. 54). This is called duplex operation. It is convenient to program repeater information into memory channels (p. 29).Station A Station BRepeater145.300 MHz144.700 MHz 144.700 MHz145.300 MHzUplinkDownlink(transmitting freq.)(receiving freq.)q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).w Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (DUP– or DUP; see p. 26 for details.)• When the auto repeater function is in use (U.S.A. and Korean versions only), this selection and step e are not necessary. (p. 27)“DUP–”or “DUP” appears[PTT]TAppearse Push and hold [TONE](0) for 1 sec. to activate the subaudible tone encoder, according to repeater re-quirements.• “T” appears. Refer to p. 53 for tone frequency set-tings.rPush and hold [PTT] to transmit.• The displayed frequency automati-cally changes to the transmit fre-quency (repeater input frequency).• If “OFF” appears, check the frequency offset or shift direction. (p. 26)While receiving While transmittingtRelease [PTT] to receive.y Push and hold [MONI](BAND) to check whether the other station’s transmit signal can be directly received or not. U.S.A. and Korean versions:Auto repeater function uses standard values of the re-peater tone frequency and frequency offset.
255REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONSDChecking the repeater input signalThe transceiver can check whether the other station’s trans-mit signal can be received directly or not, by listening on the repeater input frequency.±Push and hold [MONI](BAND) to check whether the other station’s transmit signal can be received directly or not.• When the other station’s signal can be directly received, move to a non-repeater frequency to use simplex. (duplex OFF)Display while receivingReceives –0.6 MHz lowerBlinks while pushing and holding [MONI]Push and holdDOff band indicationIf the transmit frequency is out of the amateur band when [PTT] is pushed, the off band indication, “OFF,” appears on the display. Check the frequency offset or duplex direction in this case. (p. 26) U.S.A. and Korean versions:The auto repeater function uses standard values of the frequency offset. CONVENIENT!Tone scan function: When you don’t know the subaudible tone used for a repeater, the tone scan is convenient for de-tecting the tone frequency.±Push and hold [T.SCAN](#) for 1 sec. to start the tone scan. See p. 71 for more information.
265REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS12345678910111213141516171819N Duplex operationDSetting frequency offsetq Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the frequency offset set item, then rotate [VOL] to set the frequency offset.e Push [V/M/C] to return to the fre-quency display.Frequency offset setting0.6 MHz offsetDSetting duplex direction±Push and hold [DUP](1) for 1 sec. to select “DUP–” (nega-tive offset) or “DUP” (positive offset).• “DUP–” or “DUP” indicates the transmit frequency for minus shift or plus shift, respectively.• When frequency offset is 0.6 MHz–Duplex example+Duplex exampleReceiving TransmittingU.S.A. and Korean versions:The auto repeater function has priority over the manual duplex setting. If the transmit frequency changes after setting, the auto repeater function may have changed the duplex setting. Turn the auto repeater function OFF to prevent this (p. 26).N Reverse duplex functionWhen the reverse duplex function is ON, the receive and transmit frequencies are reversed. The function can be set in the Set mode.qPush [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the reverse duplex set item, then rotate [VOL] to turn the function ON or OFF.Reverse duplex settingePush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.Each receive and transmit frequency is shown in the table below, with the following configurations;Input freq.: 145.300 MHz, Direction: – (down), Offset: 0.6 MHz• “DUP–” or “DUP” blinks when the reverse duplex function is ON.ReversedRX freq. TX freq.OFF145.300 MHz 144.700 MHzON144.700 MHz 145.300 MHz[DIAL][VOL]
275REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONSN Auto repeater functionThe U.S.A. and Korean versions automatically use standard repeater settings (duplex ON/OFF, duplex direction, tone encoder ON/OFF) 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.DFrequency range and offset direction• U.S.A. version• Korean versionFREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION439.000–440.000 MHz “DUP–” appearsq While continuing to push [SET], turn the power ON to enter the Initial set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the auto repeater set item, then rotate [VOL] to set the auto repeater setting.U.S.A. version: • “R1” : Activates duplex only. (default) • “R2” : Activates duplex and tone. • “OFF” : Auto repeater function is turned OFF.Korean version: • “On” : Activates duplex and tone. (default) • “OFF” : Auto repeater function is turned OFF.[VOL][DIAL]U.S.A. versionKorean versionAuto repeater settinge Push [ ] to return to the frequency display.FREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION147.000–147.395 MHz “DUP” appears442.000–444.995 MHz “DUP” appears447.000–449.995 MHz “DUP–” appears145.200–145.495 MHz146.610–146.995 MHz “DUP–” appears
285REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS12345678910111213141516171819N 1750 Hz toneTo access some European repeaters, the transceiver must transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst. For such European repeaters, perform the following.• This tone can be use as a ‘Call signal’ in countries out of Europe.q Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the DTMF key item, then rotate [VOL] to set to “t-CALL.”[VOL][DIAL]Tone call settingDTMF key settingePush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.r Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).t Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or +DUP; see p. 26 for details.)y While continuing to push [PTT], push [MONI](BAND) to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.• If “OFF” appears, check the frequency offset or shift direction. (p. 26)• The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit frequency (repeater input frequency).uPush and hold [PTT] to transmit.iRelease [PTT] to receive.o Push and hold [MONI](BAND) to check whether the other station’s transmit signal can be received directly or not, by listening on the repeater input frequency. CONVENIENT! (For the IC-T70E only)q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).w Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or +DUP; see p. 26 for details.)e Push [PTT] briefly, then push and hold [PTT] again for 1 to 2 sec. to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.• If “OFF” appears, check the frequency offset or shift direction. (p. 26)• The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit frequency (repeater input frequency).rPush and hold [PTT] to transmit; release to receive.
29MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS6N General descriptionThe IC-T70A/T70E has 300 memory channels, and 2 call channels. Memory channels include 50 scan edge memory channels (25 pairs) for storage of often-used frequencies.Also, 26 memory banks, A to Z, are available in each band for storing groups of frequencies, etc. Up to 100 channels can be assigned to a bank.D Memory channel contentsThe following information can be programmed into memory channels:• Operating frequency (p. 20)• Operating mode (p. 21)• Duplex direction (+DUP or –DUP) with a frequency offset (p. 26)• Reverse duplex function ON/OFF (p. 26)• Subaudible tone encoder (p. 24), tone squelch or DTCS squelch ON/OFF (p. 70)• Subaudible tone frequency (p. 53), tone squelch fre-quency or DTCS code with polarity (p. 53)• Scan skip setting (p. 46)• Memory bank (p. 32)• Memory name (p. 34)• Tuning step (p. 19)• Output power (p. 22)NOTE: Memory data can be erased by static electricity, electric transients, etc.In addition, they can be erased by malfunction and during repairs. Therefore, we recommend that memory data be written down or be saved to a PC using the CS-T70 CLONING SOFTWARE.N Selecting a call channelq Push [V/M/C] to select call channel mode.• Pushing [V/M/C] toggles between the VFO mode, the memory channel mode, call channel mode and weather channel mode*.*Only the U.S.A. version transceiver.w Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired call channel.• “C0” and “C1” are selectable.[DIAL] VHF band call channelUHF band call channel
306MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS12345678910111213141516171819N Selecting a memory channelD Using [DIAL]q Push [V/M/C] to select the memory mode.• Pushing [V/M/C] toggles between the VFO mode, the memory channel mode, call channel mode and weather channel mode*.*Only the U.S.A. version transceiver.w Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired memory channel.• Only programmed channels are displayed.[DIAL] AppearsRotate [DIAL] to selectthe memory channel.D Using the Numeral keysq Push [V/M/C] to select the memory mode.• Pushing [V/M/C] toggles between the VFO mode, the memory channel mode, call channel mode and weather channel mode*.*Only the U.S.A. version transceiver.w Use the numeral keys to enter 3 digits to select a desired memory channel.• The blank channels are also selectable.• Example— selecting memory channel “25”Push [V/M/C], then push [0],[2],[5].AppearsNumeralkeysThe entered memorychannel is selected.
316MEMORY/CALL CHANNELSqPush [V/M/C] to select the VFO mode.wSet a desired frequency:± Select a desired band with [BAND].± Set a desired frequency with [DIAL].± Or set a desired frequency with keypad directly. In this case, the band and frequency settings with [BAND] and [DIAL] as above are not required.±Set other data (e.g. frequency offset, duplex direction, tone squelch, etc.), if desired.e Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.•“ ” icon and memory channel number blink.rRotate [DIAL] to select a desired channel.• Call channels (C0, C1), VFO and scan edge channels (0A/0b to 24A/24b), as well as regular memory channels, can be pro-grammed in this way.tPush and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to program.• 3 beeps sound.• Memory channel number automatically increases when continu-ing to push [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. after programming.NOTE: Push [H/M/L] to cancel to program and exit the select memory write mode before memory programming is finished.[DIAL]The VFO mode Enter the select memory write mode.to select channel 11.RotatePush and hold for 1 sec.Return to the VFO mode.Push and hold for 1 sec. to program.[EXAMPLE]: Programming 145.440 MHz into memory channel 11 (a blank channel).Channel 11NMemory channel programming
326MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS12345678910111213141516171819N Memory bank settingThe IC-T70A/T70E has a total of 26 banks (A to Z). Memory channels 0 to 249 are assigned to any desired bank for easy memory management.q Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.•“ ” icon and memory channel number blink.wRotate [DIAL] to select a desired memory channel.e Push [SET] to select “bAnk” item.• Bank group and channel number are displayed if the selected memory channel has already been assigned to a bank.[DIAL]Pushr Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired bank group from “A” to “Z.”[DIAL]t Push [BAND] to select the bank channel digit, then rotate [DIAL] to select the bank channel number from “00” to “99.”• Push [BAND] to toggle the bank group selection and bank chan-nel selection.[DIAL]Rotatey Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to assign the channel to the bank.• Return to the previous indication before entering the select memory write mode.
336MEMORY/CALL CHANNELSN Memory bank selectionq Push [V/M/C] to select the memory mode.w Push [BAND] to enter the bank selection mode.e Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired bank (A to Z), then push [BAND].• Only programmed banks are displayed.• Also regular memory channel can be selected.[DIAL]PushRotateBank channel is displayed.Regular memorychannelis displayed.Pushr Rotate [DIAL] to select the bank channel.• Only programmed channels are displayed.[DIAL]Bank channel is selected.
346MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS12345678910111213141516171819N Programming memory/bank/scan nameEach memory channel can be programmed with an alpha-numeric channel name for easy recognition and can be indi-cated independently by channel. Names can be a maximum of 6 characters.NOTE: Scan name indication can be turned ON or OFF in the Initial set mode. (p. 34)qPush [V/M/C] to select the memory mode.w Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.•“ ” icon and memory channel number blink.eRotate [DIAL] to select a desired memory channel.• Select Call channels (C0 or C1) or scan edge channels (0A/0b to 24A/24b) to program a call channel name or scan name, re-spectively.r Push [SET] repeatedly to select “b nAmE,” “m nAmE” or “S nAmE” when programming the bank name, the memory name or the scan name, respectively.t Push and hold [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the name program-ming mode.• After selecting the name to be programmed, a cursor blinks for the first character.y Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired character.• The selected character blinks.• Push [BAND] to move the cursor right; push [SET] to move the cursor left. u Repeat step y until a desired channel name is pro-grammed.i Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to set the name and exit channel name programming state.• 3 beeps sound.NOTE: Only one bank name can be programmed into each bank. Therefore, the previously programmed bank name will be displayed when bank name indication is selected. Also, the programmed bank name is assigned for the other bank channels automatically.D Usable characters(A) (b) (C) (d) (E) (F) (G) (H) ( I ) (J) (k) (L) (m)(n) (O) (P) (q) (R) (S) (t) (U) (V) (W)(9)(0) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8)(+) (:)(=) (()())()(X) (y) (Z)(-) (/)(Space)
356MEMORY/CALL CHANNELSNProgramming memory/bank/scan name (continued)[EXAMPLE]: Programming the bank name “VHF” into the scan edge channel 1ANSelecting memory/bank name indicationDuring memory mode operation, either the programmed memory name or bank name can be displayed.q While continuing to push [SET], turn the power ON to enter the Initial set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the memory name item, then rotate [VOL] to set the memory name indication setting.• “OFF” : Memory name indication is turned OFF.• “On” : Activates the memory name indication. (default)[VOL][DIAL] Memory name settinge Push [ ] to return to the frequency display.Push and holdfor 1 sec.Push and holdfor 1 sec.Enter the select memorywrite mode.Push repeatedlyto select “b nAmE*2.”Push and holdfor 1 sec. to program.During memory mode, rotateto select scan edge channel 1A.Rotate to select “V,”then push .Select “H” and “F”with and .*1 S nAmE can be set for scan edge channels only.*2 b nAmE can be set for bank assigned channels only.Select “m nAmE” or “S nAmE*1” when programming the memoryname or the scan name, respectively.
366MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS12345678910111213141516171819NDisplay typeDuring memory mode operation, the transceiver has 3display types to suit your operating style. Set the display type in the Initial set mode.q While continuing to push [SET], turn the power ON to enter the Initial set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the display mode item, then rotate [VOL] to set the display type from “FREq,” “CH” or “PRIV.”[VOL][DIAL] Display mode settinge Push [ ] to return to the frequency display.“Frequency display”Displays the programmed fre-quency. (default)“Channel number display”Displays the memory chan-nel number. Only programmed memory channels are displayed, and modes other than the memory mode cannot be selected.• When the channel number display type is selected, only the following functions can be performed.- Scan function (p. 44) - Output power setting (p. 22)- Monitor function (p. 17) - Key lock function (p. 21)- DTMF transmit function (p. 66)- The scan pause timer setting, the scan resume timer setting, the DTMF memory selection, the mic gain setting and the VOX gain setting in the Set mode.“Private channel display”Displays the memory channel number. Only programmed mem-ory channels 0 to 5 are displayed, and modes other than the memory mode cannot be selected.• When the private channel display type is selected, only the following functions can be performed.- Output power setting (p. 22) - Monitor function (p. 17)- Key lock function (p. 21) - DTMF transmit function (p. 66)
376MEMORY/CALL CHANNELSN Copying memory/call contentsThis function transfers a memory channel’s contents to VFO (or another memory/call channel). This is useful when search-ing for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the frequency offset, subaudible tone frequency etc.D Memory/call¶VFOqSelect the memory (call) channel to be copied.±Push [V/M/C] repeatedly to select the memory mode or the call channel mode, then rotate [DIAL] to select a desired channel.w Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.•“ ” icon and memory channel number blink.eRotate [DIAL] to select “VFO.”r Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to write the se-lected channel contents to the VFO mode.• Returns to the VFO mode automatically.Pushing and holding [S.MW](V/M/C) for 2 seconds at step w, will also copy the memory contents to VFO. In this case, steps e and r are not necessary.DMemory/call¶memory/callqSelect the memory (call) channel to be copied.±Push [V/M/C] repeatedly to select the memory mode or the call channel mode, then rotate [DIAL] to select a desired channel.w Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.•“ ” icon and memory channel number blink.• Do not hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for more than 2 seconds otherwise the memory contents will be copied to the VFO mode.eRotate [DIAL] to select the target memory (call) channel.rPush and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. again to copy.[DIAL]Memory mode Enterthe select memory write mode.to select “VFO.”RotatePush and hold for 1 sec.“VFO” is selected. Return to the VFO mode.Push and hold for 1 sec.[EXAMPLE]: Copying memory channel 11 to the VFO mode.
386MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS12345678910111213141516171819Contents of programmed memories can be cleared (erased), if desired.q Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.•“ ” icon and memory channel number blink.• Do not hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for more than 2 seconds otherwise the memory contents will be copied to the VFO mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired memory channel to be cleared.e Push [SET] repeatedly to select “CLEAR.”r Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to clear the con-tents.• 3 beeps sound.• The cleared channel changes to blank channel• Return to the select memory write mode.— Memory channel number blinks. Push [H/M/L] to exit the select memory write mode.NOTE: Be careful!— the contents of cleared memories CANNOT be recalled.[DIAL]The VFO mode Enter the select memory write mode.to select a desired channel.RotatePush and hold for 1 sec.Channel 14Push repeatedly to select “CLEAR.”Push and hold for 1 sec to clear and return to the VFO mode.[EXAMPLE]: Clearing memory channel 14.NMemory clearing
396MEMORY/CALL CHANNELSN Erasing/transferring bank contentsThe bank contents of programmed memory channels can be cleared or reassigned to another memory bank.INFORMATION: Even if the memory bank contents are cleared, the memory channel contents still remain programmed.q Select a desired bank contents to be transferred or erased from the bank. (p. 33)±Push [BAND] to enter the memory bank selection mode.±Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired memory bank group, then push [BAND].±Rotate [DIAL] to select the bank channel.[DIAL]w Push [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.• 1 short and 1 long beeps sound.• Displays the original memory channel number automatically, and then “ ” icon and memory channel number blink.• Do not hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for more than 2 seconds, otherwise the memory contents will be copied to VFO.e Push [SET] repeatedly to select “bAnk.”r Push [BAND] to toggle the bank channels selection or the bank group selection.t Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired bank group or channel to be transferred.• Select “– – – –” display when erasing the contents from the bank.[DIAL]To transfer the bank contentsto ch 11 in Bank b.To eraseBank channel is displayed.is displayed.y Push [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to erase/transfer the bank contents.
407SCAN OPERATION12345678910111213141516171819N Scan typesScanning searches for signals automatically and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening pur-poses.FULL SCAN (p. 42)Repeatedly scans all frequen-cies over the entire band. Some frequency ranges are not scanned according to the fre-quency coverage of the trans-ceiver’s version.SELECTED BAND SCAN (p. 42)Repeatedly scans all frequen-cies over the entire selected band. FREQUENCY/MEMORY SKIP FUNCTIONSkips unwanted frequencies or channels that inconveniently stop scanning.This setting can be turned ON or OFF in the select memory write mode. (p. 46)PROGRAMMED SCAN (p. 42)Repeatedly scans between two user-programmed frequencies. Used for checking for frequen-cies within a specified range such as repeater output fre-quencies, etc.144 MHzband440 MHzbandScanScanJumpBandedgeBandedgeScanJumpBandedge xxA xxBBandedgeScan edgesScanJumpBandedgeBandedgeScanSKIP SKIPJumpPROGRAMMED LINK SCAN (pp. 42, 57)Repeatedly programmed scans user-programmed frequen-cies selected at “P LInk” item in the Set mode.The frequency skip scan function can be turned ON or OFF in the Set mode. When this function is set to ON, the speci-fied frequencies are skipped during VFO scan. (p. 55)•“P” icon appears in the VFO mode.
417SCAN OPERATIONALL/SELECTED BANK SCAN (p. 45)Repeatedly scans all bank chan-nels or selected bank channels. The skip scan is also available.MEMORY (SKIP) SCAN (p. 44)Repeatedly scans memory channels except those set as skip channel. Skip channels can be turned ON or OFF in the select memory write mode. (p. 46)BAND MEMORY (SKIP) SCAN (p. 44)Repeatedly scans memory channels in the same band as displayed band.BANK-LINK SCAN (pp. 45, 46)Repeatedly scans bank channels selected at “b LInk” item in the Set mode.DUPLEX SCAN (pp. 42, 44)Repeatedly scans two (transmission/reception) frequencies during duplex scan operation.N Scan types (continued)SKIPSKIPM0 M4M1 M2 M3M5M 249M6SKIP440 MHz band 440 MHzbandExample: While scaning the 144 MHz bandSKIPM0 M4M1 M2 M3M5M 249M6SKIPSKIPA99 A03A00 A01 A02A04A98A05
N Full/band/programmed scan qPush [V/M/C] to select the VFO mode.• Select a desired frequency band with [BAND], if desired.wSet the squelch level.e Push and hold [SCAN](H/M/L) for 1 sec. to enter the scan-ning type selection.r Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired scanning type.• “ALL” for full scan; “bAnd” for band scan, “P-LInk x” for pro-grammed link scan (x= 0 to 9), “PROGxx (or scan name if pro-grammed)” for programmed scan (xx= 0 to 24; only programmed scan edge numbers are displayed), “dUP” (appears only when duplex operation is set) for duplex scan.[DIAL]Full scanBand scan Duplex scanProgrammed link scanPush and holdfor 1 sec.Programmed scanRotateSelectable from “0” to “9.”Selectable from “0” to “24,”if programmed.tPush [SCAN](H/M/L) to start the scan.• Scan pauses when a signal is received.• Rotate [DIAL] to change the scanning direction. This also causes the transceiver to resume scanning.• Push [V/M/C] to stop the scan.• Push [BAND] to change the band during band scan, or change the scan edge during programmed scan/program link scan.During full/band scan During programmed scanScan name can be displayed instead of “P-LInk x” for pro-gram link scan (x= 0 to 9), “PROGxx” for programmed scan (xx= 0 to 24) when scan name is programmed and set to ON in the Initial set mode.Scan name is not displayed during scan.427SCAN OPERATION12345678910111213141516171819
437SCAN OPERATIONN Scan edges programmingScan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edges, 0A/0b to 24A/24b, in memory channels.qPush [V/M/C] to select the VFO mode.wSet a desired frequency:± Select a desired band with [BAND].± Set a desired frequency with [DIAL].±Program different frequencies in “1A” and “1b” respec-tively.±Set other data (e.g. frequency offset, duplex direction, tone squelch, etc.), if desired.e Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.• 1 short and 1 long beep sound.•“ ” icon and memory channel number blink.r Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired programmed scan edge channel from 0A to 24A.tPush and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec.• 3 beeps sound.• The other scan edge channel “b,” 0b to 24b, is automatically se-lected when continuing to push [S.MW](V/M/C) after program-ming.y To program a frequency for the other pair of scan edges, 0b to 24b, repeat steps w and r.• If the same frequency is programmed into a pair of scan edges, programmed scan will not function.[DIAL]The VFO mode Enterthe select memory write mode.to selectRotatePush and holdfor 1 sec. “3A.”“3A” is selected. Return to the VFO mode.Push and holdfor 1 sec.[EXAMPLE]: Programming 145.300 MHz into scan edges 3A.
N Memory scan IMPORTANT!: To perform memory scan, 2 or more mem-ory channels MUST be programmed, otherwise the scan will not start.q Push [V/M/C] repeatedly to select the memory mode.wSet the squelch level.e Push and hold [SCAN](H/M/L) for 1 sec. to enter the scan-ning type selection.r Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired scanning type.• “ALL” for all memory scan; “bAnd” for band memory scan, “dUP” (appears only when duplex operation is set) for duplex scan.[DIAL]All memory scanBand memory scanDuplex scanPush and holdfor 1 sec.RotatetPush [SCAN](H/M/L) to start the scan.• Scan pauses when a signal is received.• Rotate [DIAL] to change the scanning direction. This also causes the transceiver to resume scanning.• Push [V/M/C] to stop the scan.During memory scan447SCAN OPERATION12345678910111213141516171819
457SCAN OPERATIONN Memory bank scan IMPORTANT!: To perform memory bank scan, 2 or more bank channels MUST be programmed, otherwise the scan will not start.q Select memory bank mode.±Select the memory mode with [V/M/C].± Enter the memory bank selection mode with [BAND].±Set a desired bank (A to Z) with [DIAL], then push [BAND].wSet the squelch level.e Push and hold [SCAN](H/M/L) for 1 sec. to enter the scan-ning type selection.[DIAL]All bank scanBank link scanBank scanDuplex scanPush and holdfor 1 sec.RotateSelectable from “A” to “Z”if programmed.r Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired scanning type.• “ALL” for all bank scan; “b-LInk” for bank link scan or “bAnk-x” for bank scan (x= A to Z; programmed bank groups are only displayed.), “dUP” (appears only when duplex operation is set) for duplex scan.tPush [SCAN](H/M/L) to start the scan.• Scan pauses when a signal is received.• Rotate [DIAL] to change the scanning direction. This also causes the transceiver to resume scanning.• Push [V/M/C] to stop the scan.• Push [BAND] to change the bank during bank scan.During all bank/bank link scan During bank scanThe bank-link setting can be changed in the Set mode. See page 56 for details.Memory bank scan skips any memory channels in the se-lected bank that are set to “SKIP” or “PSKIP.”Memory bank scan stops at the first channel when all channels in a bank are set to “SKIP” or “PSKIP.”
N Skip channel/frequency settingMemory channels can be set to be skipped during memory skip scan. In addition, memory channels can be set to be skipped during both memory skip scan and frequency skip scan. This is useful to speed up the scan rate.qSelect a memory channel:± Push [V/M/C] to select the memory mode.±Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired channel to be a skip channel/frequency.[DIAL]w Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to enter the select memory write mode.e Push [SET] repeatedly to select “SkIP” item.Push repeatedly.r Rotate [DIAL] to select the skip condition from “SkIP,” “PSkIP” or “OFF” for the selected channel.• PSkIP : The channel is skipped during memory/bank scan and the programmed frequency is skipped during VFO scan, such as programmed scan.• SkIP : The channel is skipped during memory or bank scan. • OFF : The channel is scanned during any scan.t Push and hold [S.MW](V/M/C) for 1 sec. to store the skip condition into the memory.•“ ” or “P” icon appears, according to the skip selection in step r.“ ” appears “ ” appearsSkip channel setting Program skip setting467SCAN OPERATION12345678910111213141516171819
N Scan resume conditionD Scan pause timerThe scan pauses when receiving signals according to the scan pause time. It can be set from 2 to 20 seconds or un-limited.q Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the scan pause timer item.e Rotate [VOL] to select a desired scan pausing time from 2–20 seconds (2 seconds steps) or “HOLd.” • “2”–“20” : Scan pauses for 2–20 seconds while receiving a sig-nal.• “HOLd” : Scan pauses on a received a signal until it disap-pears.rPush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.D Scan resume timerThe scan restarts after the signal disappears according to the resume time. It can be set from 0–5 seconds or unlimited.q Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the scan pause timer item.e Rotate [VOL] to select a desired scan resume time from 0–5 seconds (1 second steps) or “HOLd.” • “0” : Scan restarts immediately after the signal disap-pears.• “1”–“5” : Scan restarts 1–5 seconds after the signal disap-pears.• “HOLd” : Scan remains paused on the received signal accord-ing to the scan pause timer even if it disappears. Ro-tate [DIAL] to resume manually.rPush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.Scan resume timer must be set shorter than the scan pause timer, otherwise this timer does not activate.477SCAN OPERATION
488PRIORITY WATCH12345678910111213141516171819N Priority watch typesPriority watch checks for signals on the frequency every 5 seconds while operating on a VFO frequency or scanning. The transceiver has three priority watch types to suit your needs.The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition. See page 47 for details.NOTE: If the pocket beep function is activated, the trans-ceiver automatically selects the tone squelch function when priority watch starts.D About priority beep functionWhen receiving a signal on the priority frequency, you can be alerted with beeps and a blink “S” icon. This function can be activated when setting the priority watch function ON.MEMORY/CALL CHANNEL WATCHWhile operating on a VFO fre-quency, priority watch checks for a signal on the selected channel every 5 seconds.• A memory channel with skip infor-mation can be watched.MEMORY SCAN WATCHWhile operating on a VFO fre-quency, priority watch checks for signals on each memory channel in sequence.• The memory skip function and/or memory bank scan is useful to speed up the scan.VFO SCAN WATCHWhile scanning in the VFO mode, priority watch checks for signals on the selected channel every 5 seconds.5 sec.VFOfrequencyMemory(Call)channel5 sec.VFOfrequencySKIPMch 0Mch 1Mch 2Mch 2495 sec.VFOscanMemory(Call)channel
498PRIORITY WATCHNPriority watch operationDMemory/call channel and memory scan watchqSelect the VFO mode; then, set an operating frequency.wSelect the channel(s) to be watched.For memory channel watch:Select a desired memory channel.For call channel watch:Select a desired call channel.For memory scan watch:± Select the memory mode, or a desired bank group.±Push and hold [SCAN](H/M/L) for 1 sec. to enter the scan type selection mode.±Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired scan type, then push [SCAN](H/M/L) again to start the memory/bank scan.e Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.r Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority watch set item.t Rotate [VOL] to select “On.”• Select “bELL” if the priority beep function is desired.y Push [V/M/C] to exit the Set mode and start the watch.• “PRIO” icon appears.• The transceiver checks the memory/bank channel(s) or call channel every 5 seconds.• The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume con-dition. (p. 47)u Push [V/M/C] to cancel the watch.Monitors VFO frequency for 5 sec.Pauses on a memoryor call channel when a signal is received.• During priority watchSounds beep tone and blinks “S” icon when a signal is received on a memory or call channel.• During priority watch with priority beep
508PRIORITY WATCH12345678910111213141516171819DVFO scan watchqSelect the channel(s) to be watched.For memory channel watch:Select a desired memory channel.For call channel watch:Select a desired call channel.For memory scan watch:± Select the memory mode, or a desired bank group.±Push and hold [SCAN](H/M/L) for 1 sec. to enter the scan type selection.±Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired scan type, then push [SCAN](H/M/L) again to start memory/bank scan.w Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.e Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority watch set item.r Rotate [VOL] to select “On.”• Select “bELL” if the priority beep function is desired.t Push [V/M/C] to exit the Set mode and start the watch.• “PRIO” icon appears.y Push and hold [SCAN](H/M/L) for 1 sec. to enter scan type selection mode.u Rotate [DIAL] to select a desired scan type from “ALL,” “bAnd,” “P-LInk x (x= 0–9),” “PROGxx (xx= 0–24)” and “dUP.” iPush [SCAN](H/M/L) to start the VFO scan watch.• The transceiver checks the memory/bank channel(s) or call channel every 5 seconds.• The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume con-dition. (p. 47)i Push [V/M/C] to cancel the watch.Searches VFO frequencies for 5 sec.Pauses on a memoryor call channel when a signal is received.• During priority watchSounds beep tone and blinks “S” icon when a signal is received on a memory or call channel.• During priority watch with priority beep
51SET MODES9N GeneralD Entering Set mode and operationThe Set mode is used to change the settings of the trans-ceiver’s functions.q Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired set item.e Rotate [VOL] to set the desired value or setting.rPush [V/M/C] to return to frequency display, or repeat steps w and e to set another items.[VOL][DIAL]D Entering Initial set mode and operationThe Initial set mode can be accessed at power ON and al-lows you to set seldom-changed settings, to suit your prefer-ence and operating style.qWhile continuing to push [SET], turn the power ON to enter the Initial set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired set item.e Rotate [VOL] to set the desired value or setting.rPush [] to return to the frequency display, or repeat steps w and e to set another items.[VOL][DIAL]
529SET MODES12345678910111213141516171819N Set mode item listGuidance Item PageRepeater tone frequency p. 5353TSQL frequency p. 5353DTCS code p. 5353DTCS polarity p. 5353Tuning step p. 5454Frequency offset p. 5454Reverse duplex function p. 5454Operating mode p. 5454Weather alert p. 5454Priority watch p. 5555Scan pause timer p. 5555Scan resume timer p. 5555Program skip function p. 5555Bank link p. 5656Programmed scan link p. 5656DTMF TX key p. 5858DTMF memory setting p. 5858MIC gain p. 5858VOX function p. 5858VOX gain p. 5858VOX delay p. 5959VOX time-out timer p. 5959N Initial set mode item listGuidance Item PageMicrophone simple mode p. 5959Auto power OFF p. 5959Display backlight p. 6060Beep output level p. 6060Auto repeater p. 6060Power save p. 6161Voltage indication p. 6161DTMF speed p. 6161LCD contrast p. 6262PTT lock p. 6262Busy lockout p. 6262Time-out timer p. 6262Squelch delay p. 6262Monitor key action p. 6363Dial speed acceleration p. 6363Memory name p. 6363Scan name p. 6363Display type p. 6464HS-95 selection p. 6464Auto low power p. 6464
539SET MODESN Set mode itemsD Repeater tone frequency (R TONE)Selects one of 50 subaudible tone frequencies used to ac-cess the repeaters.• 67.0–254.1 Hz (default: 88.5 Hz)D TSQL frequency (C TONE)Selects one of tone frequencies for tone squelch or pocket beep operation.• 67.0–254.1 Hz (default: 88.5 Hz)• Available subaudible tone frequencies 67.069.371.974.477.079.782.585.488.591.594.897.4100.0103.5107.2110.9114.8118.8123.0127.3131.8136.5141.3146.2151.4156.7159.8162.2165.5167.9171.3173.8177.3179.9183.5186.2189.9192.8196.6199.5203.5206.5210.7218.1225.7229.1233.6241.8250.3254.1The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies and conse-quently their spacing is narrow compared with units hav-ing 38 tones. Therefore, some tone frequencies may re-ceive interference from adjacent tone frequencies.DDTCS code (CODE)Selects one of 104 DTCS (both encoder/decoder) codes.• 023–754 (default: 023)• Available DTCS codes023025026031032036043047051053125131132134143145152155156162245246251252255261263265266271356364365371411412413423431432506516523526532546565606612624054065071072073074114115116122165172174205212223225226243244274306311315325331332343346351445446452454455462464465466503627631632654662664703712723731732734743754DDTCS polarity (DTCS P)Selects the DTCS polarity between “both n” (TX/RX: normal), “tn-RR” (TX: normal, RX: reverse), “tR-Rn” (TX: reverse, RX: normal) and “both R” (TX/RX: reverse). (default: both n)The DTCS code’s polarity for transmitting or receiving can be independently set by this item.
549SET MODES12345678910111213141516171819D Tuning step (TS)Sets the tuning step between 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 50 kHz for the dial operation. 5.0 kHz tuning stepThe default value may differ according to the selected fre-quency band (before accessing the Set mode) and trans-ceiver version.D Frequency offset (OFFSET)Sets the offset frequency for duplex (repeater) operation within the range of 0 to 59.995 MHz.0.600 MHz settingThe default value may differ according to the selected fre-quency band (before accessing the Set mode) and trans-ceiver version.The selected tuning step in VFO mode is used when set-ting the frequency offset.DReverse duplex function (DUP.REV)Turns the reverse duplex function ON or OFF. (default: OFF)Reverse function is OFFD Operating mode (MODE)Sets the operating mode between “WIdE” (FM mode) and “nARROW” (FM-N mode). (default: WIdE)FM mode settingU.S.A. version onlyD Weather alert (WX.ALT)Turns weather alert function ON or OFF. (p. 72)(default: OFF)
559SET MODESD Priority watch (PRIO)Activates priority watch or priority watch with alert (Bell). (default: OFF)• OFF : The priority watch is turned OFF.• On : The transceiver checks the memory channel frequency every 5 seconds.• bELL : The transceiver checks the memory channel frequency every 5 seconds. You can be alerted with beeps and blinking “S.”D Scan pause timer (PAUSE)Selects the scan pause time. When receiving signals, the scan pauses according to the scan pause timer. (default: 10)• 2–20 : Scan pauses for 2–20 seconds while receiving a signal in 2 seconds steps.• HOLd : Scan pauses on a received signal until it disappears. D Scan resume timer (RESUME)Selects the scan resume time from a pause after the received signal disappears. (default: 2)• 0 : Scan resumes immediately after the received signal disappears.• 1–5 : Scan pauses 1–5 seconds after the received signal dis-appears.• HOLd : Scan remains paused on the received signal according to the scan pause timer even if it disappears. Rotate [DIAL] to resume manually.Scan resume timer must be set shorter than scan pause timer (previous item), otherwise this timer cannot be acti-vated.D Program skip scan (P SKIP)Sets programmed skip scan function ON (default) or OFF for VFO scan (full scan, programmed scan, etc.) operation.
569SET MODES12345678910111213141516171819D Memory bank link function (B LINK)Sets the memory bank link function ON (default) or OFF. The link function provides continuous bank scan, scanning all channels in the selected banks during bank scan.• Bank link settingqPush and hold [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the bank link setting.wRotate [DIAL] to select the bank that you want to change the link setting.eRotate [VOL] to select the option. Setting is OFFSetting is ONrRotate [DIAL] to select next bank and repeat steps wand e, or push [BAND] to exit the BANK link setting.D Program scan link function (P LINK)Sets the program scan link function. The link function pro-vides continuous program scan in the selected program scan number during program scan. Default settings for LInk0 to LInk9;PROG 1 to PROG 24 are linked, but PROG 0 is no-linked.• Confirming program scan linkqRotate [VOL] to select the program scan link number that you want to confirm.wPush and hold [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the program scan link setting.• “LInk” appears.ePush and hold [SET] for 1 sec., then rotate [DIAL] to confirm the linked program scans.rPush [BAND] to exit the program scan link setting.
579SET MODES• Program scan link settingqRotate [VOL] to select the program scan link number that you want to change.wPush and hold [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the program scan link setting.• “LInk” appears.eRotate [DIAL] to select the option, “Add” or “CLEAR.”rPush and hold [SET] for 1 sec., then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired program scan.• When “Add” is selected in step e, only non-linked program scans are displayed. When “CLEAR” is selected in step e, only linked program scans are displayed. tPush and hold [SET] for 1 sec. to set the program scan link setting.yRepeat steps r and t to add or clear the program scan to/from the link, or push [BAND] to exit the program link scan setting.• Program scan link name programmingqRotate [VOL] to select the program scan link number for which you want to program a name.wPush and hold [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the program scan link setting.• “LInk” appears.eRotate [DIAL] to select “nAmE.”rPush and hold [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the name programming.t Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired character, number, symbol or space; push [BAND] or [SET] to move the cur-sor right or left, respectively.y When the cursor is on the 6th digit, push [BAND] to pro-gram the scan link name and exit the setting.u Push [BAND] to exit the program link setting.iRepeat steps from q to u to program the program link scan name, or push [V/M/C] to exit the Set mode.
589SET MODES12345678910111213141516171819D DTMF TX key (DTMF-T)Selects the method to transmit a DTMF code sequence. While continueing to push [PTT], push one of the keys, [0] to [9], [A](SET), [B](BAND), [C](H/M/L), [D](V/M/C), [1] (indica-tion: E) and [#] (indication: F). • KEy : Transmits the appropriate DTMF code assigned to the key. (default)• mEm : Transmits the programmed DTMF code sequence in the DTMF memory channel assigned to the key.• t-CALL : No DTMF code can be transmitted. However, while continuing to push [PTT], push [MONI](BAND) to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.DDTMF memory (DTMF)Program the DTMF memory channels. (p. 65)DMicrophone gain (MIC G)Sets the microphone gain to between 1 and 4 to suit your preference. Higher values make the microphone more sensi-tive to your voice. (default: 2)NOTE: When using the VOX function, we recommend setting the microphone gain to 3. However, you can adjust it to suit your operating environment (including the head-set performance you are using).DVOX function (VOX) (VOX)Turns the vox function ON or OFF. (p. 80) (default: On)DVOX gain (VOX LV) (VOX LV)Sets the VOX gain to between 1 and 10. Higher values make the VOX function more sensitive to your voice.To turn the VOX function OFF, select “OFF.” (default: 5)NOTE: Set the microphone gain before setting the VOX gain. See page 80 for details of the VOX function.
599SET MODESDVOX delay (VOX.DLY)Sets the VOX delay to between “0.5,” “1.0,” “1.5,” “2.0,” “2.5” and “3.0” (seconds).The VOX delay is the amount of time the transmitter stays ON after you stop speaking. (default: 0.5)DVOX time-out timer (VOXTOT)Sets the VOX time-out timer to between 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 and 15 (minutes) to prevent accidental prolonged transmission for the VOX function.To turn the function OFF, select “OFF.” (default: 3)N Initial set mode itemsD Microphone simple mode (MIC S)Microphone simple mode is used to assign the essential op-erations to the four switches (S1 to S4) on the remote con-trol unit. (p. 82)• SImPLE• nORm-1 (default)• nORm-2D Auto power OFF (AP OFF)The transceiver can turn itself OFF automatically after a specified time. Activating a control restarts the time-out. The transceiver beeps before turning OFF.30, 60, 90, 120 (minutes) and OFF (default) can be specified. The specified period is retained even when the transceiver is turned OFF by the auto power-off function. To cancel the function, select “OFF.”
609SET MODES12345678910111213141516171819D Display backlighting (LIGHT)The transceiver has display backlighting with a 5 seconds timer for night time operation. The display backlighting can be turned ON continuously or turned OFF. (default: Auto1)• OFF : The backlight is turned OFF.• On : The backlight continuously lights ON.• Auto1 : Lights when an operation is performed, goes out after 5 seconds.• Auto2 : Lights when an operation is performed, goes out after 5 sec with a battery pack or battery case operation, or stays ON when using the external power supply (more than 10 V DC).D Beep output level (BEEPLV)Turns the key-touch beep ON (the beep level 1 to 9) or OFF.When changing the beep level, beeps sound at the level. (default: 4)D Auto repeater (AUTORP)U.S.A. and Korean versions onlyThe auto repeater function automatically turns ON or OFF the duplex operation and tone encoder. The offset and repeater tone settings are not changed by the auto repeater function. Reset these frequencies, if necessary.U.S.A. version:• OFF : The auto repeater function is turned OFF.• R1 : Activates for duplex only. (default)• R2 : Activates for duplex and tone.Korean version:• OFF : The auto repeater function is turned OFF.• On : Activates duplex and tone. (default)
619SET MODESD Power save (P SAVE)The power save function allows you conserve battery life by selecting the duty cycle of the receiver. Select the ratio of the power save time to the standby time. (default: Auto)• OFF : Turns the function OFF.• 2 : Sets the duty cycle to 1:2.• 8 : Sets the duty cycle to 1:8.• 16 : Sets the duty cycle to 1:16.• 32 : Sets the duty cycle to 1:32.• Auto : Transceiver sets “1:2” duty ratio when receiving nosets “1:2” duty ratio when receiving no signal for 5 seconds, then it sets “1:16” after 60 sec-onds has past.62.5 msec.60 sec.125 msec. 1000 msec.No signal5 sec.Circuit ONCircuit OFFNOTE: Power save function is disabled when connecting the external power supply (more than 10 V DC).D Voltage indication (VOLT)The power voltage, battery voltage or external power supply voltage, is displayed at power ON. This setting is selectable from ON or OFF. (default: On)• OFF : The power voltage indication is skipped.• On : The power voltage is displayed at power ON.D DTMF speed (DTMF-S)Select the desired DTMF transmission speed from 100 msec, 200 msec, 300 msec, 500 msec. (default: 100)• 100 : 100 msec. interval; 5.0 characters per second• 200 : 200 msec. interval; 2.5 characters per second• 300 : 300 msec. interval; 1.6 characters per second• 500 : 500 msec. interval; 1.0 character per second
629SET MODES12345678910111213141516171819D LCD contrast (CONT)Selects the LCD contrast. (default: Auto)• Auto : Sets the contrast to high. However, if the transceiver is exposed to high temperatures, it automatically sets the contrast to low.• HI : Sets the contrast to high.• LO : Sets the contrast to low.DPTT lock (PTT LK)PTT lock (PTT LK)Turns the PTT lock function ON or OFF.To prevent accidental transmission, etc., the transceiver has a PTT lock function. (default: OFF)D Busy lockout (LK OUT)Turns the busy lockout function ON and OFF.This function inhibits transmission while receiving a signal or when the squelch is open. (default: OFF)D Time-out timer (TOT)To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the trans-ceiver has a time-out timer. This function cuts transmission OFF after 1–30 min. of continuous transmission. This timer can be cancelled. (default: 5)• OFF : The time-out timer is turned OFF.• 1 to 30 : The transmission is cut OFF after the set period elapses.Approx. 10 seconds before the time-out timer is activated, the transceiver emits a beep tone as a warning.BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when this time-out timer function is turned OFF or set to the long periods, and transmission is made for long periods.DSquelch delay (SQL DL)Sets the squelch delay between short and long. The delay prevents the squelch from repeatedly opening and closing while receiving the same signal. (default: SHORt)• SHORt : Sets the squelch delay to short.• LOnG : Sets the squelch delay to long.
639SET MODESD Monitor key action (MONI)The monitor key, [MONI](BAND), can be set as a ‘sticky’ key. When set to the sticky condition, each push of [MONI](BAND) toggles the monitor function ON and OFF. (default: PUSH)• PUSH : Push and hold [MONI](BAND) to monitor the fre-quency.• HOLd : Push and hold [MONI](BAND) for 1 sec. to monitor the frequency and push again to cancel it.D Dial speed acceleration (DIAL S)The dial speed acceleration automatically speeds up the tun-ing dial speed when rotating [DIAL] rapidly. (default: On)• OFF : The dial speed acceleration is turned OFF.• On : The dial speed acceleration is tuned ON.D Memory name (NAME)The memory name is displayed during memory mode. (default: OFF)• OFF : The frequency of the selected memory channel is dis-played.• On : The pre-programmed memory name is displayed when the memory mode is selected.D Scan name (S NAME)The programmed scan, programmed link scan or bank name is displayed during the scan type selection. (default: On)• OFF : The programmed scan, programmed link scan or bank name is not displayed.• On : The programmed scan, programmed link scan or bank name is displayed.
649SET MODES12345678910111213141516171819D Display type (DISP M)Selects the display type for memory mode operation. (default: FREq)• FREq : Displays the programmed frequency.•CH : Displays the memory channel number. Operable func-tions, configurable items in the Set mode, and select-able modes will be restricted.• PRIV : Displays the memory channel number. Operable chan-nel, functions and selectable mode are restricted.D Head set selection (HS SEL)Selects the connected head set type between the HS-95 and other.When using optional head set HS-95, this setting must be set “HS-95.” (default: OtHER)DAuto low power (AUTOLP)Turns the auto low power function ON or OFF.When the temperature goes below 0°C (+32°F), the function automatically sets the output power to low.In that case, the transmit power selections (Hi/Mid) are also disabled. (default: OFF)
65OTHER FUNCTIONS10DTMF codes are used for autopatching, accessing repeat-ers, controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 16DTMF memory channels (d0–d9, dA, db, dC, dd, dE, dF) for storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 24 digits.q Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the DTMF programming item.e Rotate [VOL] to select a desired DTMF memory channel.• If programmed, previously programmed DTMF code is dis-played.[VOL][DIAL]DTMF memory channelBlank channel indicationr Push and hold [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the programming mode.The cursor is blinking duringprogramming mode.t Rotate [VOL] to select the char-acters.• “0”–“9,” “A,” “b,” “C,” “d,” “E” and “F” are selectable.• Up to 24 digits can be programmed.• Push [BAND] to move the cursor right; push [SET] to move the cur-sor left.y Repeat step t until the desired code is input.Next display appears after 6th digit has been input.: 1st display : 2nd display: 3rd display : 4th display• If a digit is mistakenly programmed, push [SET] (or [BAND]) re-peatedly to select the digit, then rotate [VOL] to correct it.Or rotate [VOL] to select “_” to erase on and after the digits. Pro-grammed memories will be cleared by this operation on the 1st digit.y Push [BAND] twice to program the DTMF code and exit the programming mode.• After the 24th digit is input, the transceiver automatically stores the code sequence and returns to step e.uPush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.N Programming a DTMF code sequence[VOL]
6610OTHER FUNCTIONS12345678910111213141516171819The transceiver has 3 methods of transmitting a DTMF code sequence. Select a desired option in the Set mode.q Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the DTMF TX key item.[VOL][DIAL]e Rotate [VOL] to select a desired DTMF key setting.• kEy : Transmits the appropriate DTMF code assigned to the pushed key. (default)• mEm :Transmits the programmed DTMF code sequence in the DTMF memory channel assigned to the pushed key.• t-CALL : No DTMF code can be transmitted. However, while continuing to push [PTT], pushing [MONI](BAND) transmits a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.rPush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.DManual DTMF code transmissionFirst, set the DTMF TX key to “kEy” in the Set mode.±While continuing to push [PTT], push the desired keys to transmit a DTMF code sequence manually.•[0]–[9],[A](SET), [B](BAND), [C](H/M/L), [D](V/M/C), [1](.) or [#] sends “0”–“9,” “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” “” or “#.”[PTT]DTMF code keysN Transmitting a DTMF code sequence
NTransmitting a DTMF code sequence (continued)DUsing a DTMF memory channelFirst, set the DTMF TX key to “mEm” in the Set mode.±While continuing to push [PTT], push one of the keys to transmit the programmed DTMF code sequence in the DTMF memory.• Pushing [0] to [9], [A](SET), [B](BAND), [C](H/M/L), [D](V/M/C), [M](.) or [#] transmits “d0”–“d9,” “dA,” “db,” “dC,” “dd,” “dE” or “dF.”D1750 Hz toneTo access some European repeaters, the transceiver must transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst signal. • This tone can be used as a ‘Call signal’ in countries out of Europe.First, set the DTMF TX key to “t-CALL” in the Set mode.±While continuing to push [PTT], push and hold [MONI](BAND) for 1 or 2 sec. to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.N Setting DTMF transfer speedThe DTMF transfer speed can be selected.q While continuing to push [SET], turn the power ON to enter the Initial set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the DTMF transfer speed item, then rotate [VOL] to select the transfer speed. 100 : Transfer the DTMF tones at about 100 msec. per tone.200 : Transfer the DTMF tones at about 200 msec per tone. 300 : Transfer the DTMF tones at about 300 msec per tone.500 : Transfer the DTMF tones at about 500 msec per tone.e Push [] to return to the frequency display.6710 OTHER FUNCTIONS
6810OTHER FUNCTIONS12345678910111213141516171819NTone frequency and DTCS codeDTone and DTCS squelchesThe tone squelch (CTCSS) or DTCS squelch opens only when receiving a signal containing a matching subaudible tone or DTCS code, respectively. You can silently wait for calls from group members using the same tone or code. Separate tone frequencies can be set for repeater and tone squelch/pocket beep operation.DReverse tone/DTCS squelchThe reverse tone/DTCS squelch is convenient if you want to ignore a specific signal. The transceiver mutes the squelch when a signal with the matched tone or code is received. “T SQL-R” / “DTCS-R” is displayed when the reverse tone/DTCS squelch is set.DPocket beepThese functions use subaudible tones or DTCS codes for calling and can be used as a “common pager” to inform you that someone has called while you were away from the transceiver.DSetting subaudible tones for tone squelchq Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the CTCSS tone frequency item.[VOL][DIAL]e Rotate [VOL] to select a desired CTCSS tone frequency.• Each operating band and each memory channel have indepen-dent settings.• See page 53 for available tone frequencies for details.rPush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.
NTone frequency and DTCS code (continued)DSetting DTCS code for DTCS squelchq Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the DTCS code item.[VOL][DIAL]e Rotate [VOL] to select a desired DTCS code.• Each operating band and each memory channel have indepen-dent settings.• See page 53 for available DTCS codes for details.rPush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.DTCS phase can be selected in “dtCS-P” item. See next content for more details.DSetting DTCS polarityq Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the DTCS polarity item.[VOL][DIAL]e Rotate [VOL] to select a desired DTCS polarity mode.• bOtH n : Normal phase is used for both TX and RX. (Default)• tn-RR : Normal phase is used for TX; Reverse phase for RX.• tR-Rn : Reverse phase is used for TX; Normal phase for RX.• bOtH R : Reverse phase is used for both TX and RX.rPush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.6910 OTHER FUNCTIONS
7010OTHER FUNCTIONS12345678910111213141516171819N Tone/DTCS squelchq Set a desired operating frequency, and then set a CTCSS tone or DTCS code.w Push and hold [TONE](0) for 1 sec. repeatedly to activate the tone or DTCS squelch. (T SQL or DTCS)• Subaudible tone encoder “T,” pocket beep (tone squelch) “ST SQL,” tone squelch “T SQL,” DTCS beep “SDTCS,”DTCS squelch “DTCS,” tone squelch reverse “T SQL-R,” DTCS squelch reverse “DTCS-R” and no tone operation are select-able in order.e Operate the transceiver in the normal way.r When the received signal includes a matching tone/code, the squelch opens and the signal can be heard.When the pocket beep function is activated, the trans-ceiver also emits beep tones and blinks ““S.”• When the received signal’s tone/code does not match, tone/DTCS squelch does not open, however, the S-indicator shows signal strength.• To open the squelch manually, push and hold [MONI](BAND).t Push [PTT] to answer or push and hold [MONI](BAND) for 1 sec. to stop the beeps and blinking.No tone operation Subaudible tone encoderTone squelchPocket beepDTCS beep DTCS squelchTone squelch (reverse) DTCS squelch (reverse)
N Tone scanThe transceiver can detect the subaudible tone frequency and DTCS code in a received signal. By monitoring a signal that is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone frequency required to access the re-peater.q Set the desired frequency or memory channel to be checked for a tone frequency or DTCS code.w Push and hold [TONE](0) for 1 sec. repeatedly to activate the repeater tone, tone squelch or DTCS squelch. (T, T SQL or DTCS)e Push and hold [T.SCAN](#) for 1 sec. to start the tone scan.• To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL].r When the tone frequency or DTCS code is decoded, the set mode contents are programmed with the frequency or code.• The tone scan pauses for the set period in scan pause timer (p. 47) when a tone frequency or DTCS code is detected.• The decoded tone frequency is used for the repeater tone fre-quency when any tone setting, such as repeater tone or tone squelch is OFF.• The decoded tone frequency is used for the tone squelch fre-quency when the tone squelch is ON.• The decoded DTCS code is used for the DTCS squelch code when the DTCS squelch is ON.Tone scan for repeater toneTone scan for tone squelchtPush [V/M/C] to stop the scan.• If the scan is cancelled before the transceiver detects the tone or code, the set mode contents are not changed.• The detected tone is used for temporary operation only. The stored tone setting in memory or call channel won’t be changed.7110 OTHER FUNCTIONSNOTE: Tone frequency is over-written automatically when it corresponds with the scanning tone frequency in tone squelch mode. However, it is not over-written in memory or call channel mode.
7210OTHER FUNCTIONS12345678910111213141516171819There are 10 weather channels for monitoring weather broadcasts from the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration).D Weather channel selectionq Push [V/M/C] repeatedly to select weather channel mode.• “WX” and the weather channel number appear.wRotate [DIAL] to select a desired weather channel.e Push [V/M/C] to return to the previous frequency or mem-ory channel.[DIAL]Weather channel indicationPush and hold [SCAN](H/M/L) for 1 sec. activates the weather channel scan. Push [SCAN](H/M/L) again to stop the scan.D Weather alert functionNOAA broadcast stations transmit weather alert tones be-fore important weather announcements. When the weather alert function is turned ON, the selected weather channel is monitored every 5 seconds for the announcement. When the alert signal is detected, the “ALT” and the WX channel in-dications are displayed alternately and a beep sounds until the transceiver is operated. The previously selected (used) weather channel is checked periodically during standby or while scanning.qSelect the desired weather channel.w Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.e Rotate [DIAL] to select the weather alert setting item, then rotate [VOL] to select “On.”rPush [V/M/C] to return to the weather channel display.tSet the desired stand-by condition.• Select VFO, memory or call channel.• Scan or priority watch operation can also be selected.NWeather channel operation U.S.A. version only
DWeather alert function (continued)y When the alert is detected, a beep sounds and the follow-ing indication is displayed.Shows above indications alternately.uTurn the weather alert function OFF in the Set mode.NOTE: While receiving a signal on a frequency other than the Weather alert frequency, the receiving signal will be interrupted momentarily approximately every 5 seconds when the Whether alert function is ON. These interrup-tions cease when the Weather alert function is turned OFF.7310 OTHER FUNCTIONS
7410OTHER FUNCTIONS12345678910111213141516171819N Cloning functionThe IC-T70A/T70E has transceiver-to-transceiver data clon-ing capability. This function is useful when you want to copy all of the programmed contents from one IC-T70A/T70E to another.• An optional OPC-474 CLONING CABLE is required.q Turn the transceiver’s power OFF, then connect an optional OPC-474 between both [SP] jacks.OPC-474to the [SP] jack to the [SP] jackw While continuing to push [V/M/C], push and hold []for 1 sec. to enter the cloning mode.• “CLOnE m” appears.ePush [PTT] on the “master” transceiver.• “CL OUt m” appears and the bar meter shows that cloning is taking place.• After the cloning is completed, the display returns to “CLOnE m.”rPush and hold [ ] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF.The optional CS-T70 CLONING SOFTWARE is also available to clone/edit contents with a PC (for Microsoft® Windows®2000/XP, Windows Vista® or Windows® 7) using ICF format files.PCOPC-478(RS-232C type)OPC-478UC(USB type) to USB portto RS-232Cportto the[SP] jack
7510 OTHER FUNCTIONSN ResettingThe display may occasionally display erroneous information (e.g. when first applying power). This may be caused externally by static electricity or by other factors.If this problem occurs, turn power OFF. After waiting a few seconds, turn power ON again. If the problem persists, per-form either or both procedures below.• All resetReset the CPU before operating the transceiver for the first time, or if the internal CPU malfunctions due to static electricity, etc. All reset clears all pro-gramming and returns all settings to their factory defaults. • Partial resetUse Partial reset if you want to initial-ize the operating conditions (VFO frequency, VFO settings, set mode contents) without clearing the memory contents.D All resetq Push and hold [ ] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF.w While continuing to push [SET],[BAND] and [H/M/L], then turn power ON to reset the CPU.• “CLEAR” appears when resetting the CPU (See the illustration below).CAUTION: Resetting the CPU re-turns all programmed contents to their default settings.D Partial resetq Push and hold [ ] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF.w While continuing to push [V/M/C], then turn power ON to partially reset the transceiver.NOTE: No message appears on the display after the partial reset is done.All resetPartial reset
7611TROUBLESHOOTING12345678910111213141516171819If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center.PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.Transceiver does not turn ON.• The battery is exhausted.• The battery polarity is reversed.• Loose connection of a battery pack (case).• Charge the battery pack, or replace the batteries.• Check the battery polarity.• Clean battery terminals.pp. 2, 11–14p. 11–No sound comes from the speaker.• Volume level is too low.• An external speaker or a cloning cable is con-nected to the [SP] jack.• Rotate [VOL] to adjust to a desired level.• Check the external speaker connection or remove the cloning cable. p. 16–Transmitting is impossible. • A frequency outside of the 144/400 MHz ama-teur bands is set.• The PTT lock function is activated.• The heat protection is activated, and “Hot” is displayed.• Set the frequency within 144/400 MHz amateur bands.• Set the PTT lock function OFF in the Initial set mode.• Cool down the transceiver.p. 20p. 62p. 23Transmitting using the VOX function is impossible.• The VOX gain is set to OFF or too low.• The microphone gain is too low.•Set the VOX gain to a suitable level.•Set the microphone gain to a suitable level.p. 81p. 58Contacting with another station is impossible.• Different tone or code is used for the tone/DTCS squelch.• Check the tone/DTCS by performing a tone scan. p. 71Frequency cannot be set. • The lock function is activated.• The memory mode, Call channel mode, or weather channel mode is selected.• Push and hold [](SET) for 1 sec. to cancel the lock function.• Push [V/M/C] repeatedly to select the VFO mode.p. 21p. 18A program scan does not start.• The memory mode, Call channel mode, or weather channel mode is selected.• The same frequency has been programmed in the scan edge channels, “1A” and “1b.”• Push [V/M/C] repeatedly to select the VFO mode.• Programming different frequencies in the scan edge channels.p. 18p. 43A memory scan does not start.•The VFO mode or Call channel mode is selected.• Only one or no memory channel has been pro-grammed.•Push [V/M/C] repeatedly to select the memory mode.• Program 2 or more memory channels.p. 18p. 31The displayed frequency is erroneous.• The CPU has malfunctioned.• External factors have caused a fault.• Reset the transceiver.• Remove and re-attach the battery pack/case.p. 75p. 2
77SPECIFICATIONS12D General• Frequency coverage : (unit: MHz)Version TX RXEUR, KOR 144–146, 430–440 144–146, 430–440UK, RSP 144–146, 430–440 136–174*1, 400–479*2U.S.A. 144–148, 420–450*4136–174*3, 400–479*4TPE 144–146, 430–432 144–146, 430–432AUS 144–148, 420–450*2136–174*3, 400–479*2CHN, EXP 136–174*3, 400–479*2136–174*3, 400–479*2*1Guaranteed 144–146 MHz only, *2Guaranteed 430–440 MHz only, *3Guaranteed 144–148 MHz only, *4Guaranteed 440–450 MHz only• Mode :FM, FM-N• No. of memory channels : 302(incl. 50 scan edges and 2 call channels)• Usable temp. range : –20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F• Tuning steps : 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 125 and 200 kHz• Frequency stability : ±2.5 ppm (–20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F)• Power supply : 10.0–16.0 V DC for external DC power, or specified Icom battery pack • Current drain (at 7.2 V DC) :TX High(typical) VHF 1.7 A, UHF 2.1 A Mid. (typical) VHF 1.2 A, UHF 1.5 A Low (typical) VHF 0.6 A, UHF 0.8 ARx Max. output Less than 450 mA (Internal speaker)Less than 300 mA (External speaker)Power save Less than 40 mA (Duty 1:8)standby Less than 90 mA• Antenna connector : SMA (50 :)• Dimensions : 58(W)u111(H)u30(D) mm;(projections not included) 29⁄32(W)u43⁄8(H)u13⁄16(D) in• Weight (approx.) : 380 g; 13.4 oz (with antenna and BP-264)D Transmitter• Modulation system : Variable reactance freq. modulation• Output power (at 7.2 V DC) : High 5.0 W, Mid. 2.5 W, Low 0.5 W (typical)• Max. frequency deviation : ±5.0 kHz (FM wide: approx.)±2.5 kHz (FM narrow: approx.)• Spurious emissions : Less than –60 dBc at High/Mid.Less than –13 dBm at Low• Ext. mic. impedance : 2.2 k:D Receiver• Receive system : Double-conversion superheterodyne• Intermediate frequencies : 1st 46.35 MHz, 2nd 450 kHz• Sensitivity (except spurious points, 1 kHz/3.5 kHz Dev.; 12 dB SINAD) :Guaranteed freq. range Less than 0.18 μVOther freq. range Less than 0.32 μV• Squelch Sensitivity (except spurious points, 1 kHz/3.5 kHz Dev.) :Guaranteed range Less than 0.18 μVOther frequency range Less than 0.32 μV• Audio output power : (at 10% distortion/7.2 V DC)Internal speaker More than 700 mW with a 16 : loadExternal speaker More than 400 mW with an 8 : load• Selectivity :(at CH spacing 20 kHz/in the amateur bands)FM (Wide) More than 60 dB FM (Narrow) More than 60 dB• Ext. speaker connector : 3-conductor 3.5(d) mm; (1⁄8˝)/8 :• Spurious and image rejection ratio (in guaranteed freq. range) :More than 60 dBAll stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
7813OPTIONS12345678910111213141516171819• BP-263 BATTERY CASEBattery case for LR6 (AA) u 6 alkaline batteries.• BP-264 NI-MH BATTERY PACK7.2 V/1400 mAh (Typ.) Ni-MH battery pack. Battery life: 11.5 hrs. (approx.; VHF, FM, high power, Tx : Rx : Standby = 5:5:90)• BP-265 LI-ION BATTERY PACK7.4 V/1900 mAh (Min.)/2000 mAh (Typ.) Lithium Ion battery pack. Battery life: 16 hrs. (approx.; VHF, FM, high power, Tx : Rx : Standby = 5:5:90)• BC-167SA/SC/SV BATTERY CHARGERFor regular charging of the battery pack BP-264.• BC-191 DESKTOP CHARGER+BC-123S AC ADAPTERFor rapid charging of the Ni-MH battery pack. An AC adapter may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version.Charging time: approx. 2 hours for the BP-264.• BC-193 DESKTOP CHARGER+BC-123S AC ADAPTERFor rapid charging of the Li-Ion battery pack. An AC adapter may be supplied with the charger, depending on the version.Charging time: approx. 2.5 hours for the BP-265.BC-191/BC-193 common specificationsPower supply voltage 12 to 16 V DC or the specified Icom AC adapter (BC-123S)Charging temp. range +10°C to +40°C; +50°F to +104°FDimensions(projections not included)87.5(W)u53.7(H)u72.8(D) mm;37⁄16(W)u21⁄8(H)u27⁄8(D) in•CP-12L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER•CP-19R CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH DC-DC CONVERTERAllows you to operate the transceiver through a 12 V ciga-rette lighter socket. You can also charge the attached bat-tery pack (during stand-by only). CP-19R: A built-in DC-DC converter provides an 11 V DC output.•OPC-254L DC POWER CABLEFor operation and charging via an external power supply.• CP-23L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLEAllows charging of the battery packs through a 12 V ciga-rette lighter socket. (For BC-191/BC-193)• OPC-515L DC POWER CABLEAllows charging of the battery packs using a 12 V DC power source instead of the AC adapter. (For BC-191/BC-193)
7913 OPTIONS• AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTERAllows you to connect an external antenna with a BNC connector.• HM-131 SPEAKER-MICROPHONECombination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while hanging the transceiver on your belt.• HM-153/HM-166 EARPHONE-MICROPHONEIdeal for hands-free operation: clip the HM-153/HM-166 (with integrated PTT switch) to your lapel or breast pocket.•HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 HEADSET+OPC-2006 PLUG ADAPTER CABLEHS-94 : Ear hook typeHS-95 : Neck & arm typeHS-97 : Throat microphoneOPC-2006 : Allows you to connect the HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 to the transceiver. After connecting, the VOX function can be used.•SP-13 EARPHONEProvides clear audio in noisy environments.•OPC-474 CLONING CABLEFor transceiver-to-transceiver cloning.•OPC-478/478UC CLONING CABLEUsed for data cloning between transceiver and PC with CS-T70 (cloning software).• CS-T70 CLONING SOFTWAREProvides quick and easy programming of such settings as memory channels and Set modes contents via your PC’s RS-232C terminal (using OPC-478), or USB port (OPC-478UC). Either OPC-478 or OPC-478UC is required.•LC-174 CARRYING CASEHelps protect the transceiver from scratches, etc.Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver.Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Icom transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.
8013OPTIONS12345678910111213141516171819The transceiver has a VOX function, which allows hands-free operation.An optional HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 headset and the OPC-2006 plug adapter cable are also required for operation.• The VOX (voice operated transmission) function starts transmis-sion when you speak into the microphone, without needing to push [PTT]; then, automatically returns to reception when you stop speaking.DOptional unit connectionq Push and hold [ ] for 1 sec. to turn the power OFF.w Remove the jack cover.e Connect the optional HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 and OPC-2006, as illustrated below.OPC-2006HS-95TransceiverDTurning the VOX function ON or OFFq Connect an optional headset and plug adapter cable to the transceiver, and then turn the power ON.w Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.e Rotate [DIAL] to select the VOX setting item, then rotate [VOL] to select “On.”rPush [V/M/C] to return to the frequency display.•“VOX” appears when the VOX function is ON.NOTE: • When using the VOX function, adjust the microphone gain and the VOX-related settings (p. 81) to suit your operating environment (including your headset performance).• Set the microphone gain before setting the VOX gain in the Set mode (p. 58). We recommend setting the micro-phone gain to 3.• When the PTT lock is set to “On” in the Set mode, you cannot transmit using the VOX function. (p. 62)N VOX function
8113 OPTIONSDVOX-related settingsThe VOX gain, the VOX delay, and the VOX time-out timer can be set in the Set mode.q Connect an optional headset and plug adapter cable to the transceiver, and then turn the power ON.w Push [SET] to enter the Set mode.e Rotate [DIAL] to select the VOX gain (VOX LV), the VOX delay (VOX.dLy), or the VOX time-out timer (VOX.tot) item.r Rotate [VOL] to select a desired option.tPush [V/M/C] to exit the Set mode.The VOX function does not activate transmission while in the Set mode.•VOX gainThe VOX gain level can be adjusted between 1 (minimum) and 10 (maximum), or turned OFF. Higher values make the VOX function more sensitive to your voice. (default: 5)±While speaking into the headset microphone, adjust the VOX gain until “VOX” continuously appears on the LCD.If “VOX” is intermittent, be sure the VOX delay is set long enough to allow normal pauses in speech, but keep the VOX ON until you finish speaking.  CONVENIENT!While transmitting using the VOX function, you can adjust the VOX gain simply by rotating [DIAL].•VOX delaySets the VOX delay to between 0.5 and 3.0 seconds (in 0.5 sec. steps). The VOX delay is the amount of time the transmit-ter stays ON after you stop speaking. (default: 0.5)•VOX time-out timerSets the VOX time-out timer to between 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 and 15 minutes to prevent accidental prolonged transmission for the VOX function.To turn the function OFF, select “OFF.” (default: 3)
8213OPTIONS12345678910111213141516171819N Remote control functionThe remote control unit allows you to remotely select operat-ing frequencies, memory channels, etc.•User remote control unitThe below circuit is for reference only.2.7k:6.8k:15k:33k:+–S1 S2 S3 S4to the [SP] jackGNDSPREMOTERated input 700 mW (8 :)EXTERNAL SPEAKER3.5(d) mm>ĴBe sure to turn power OFF when plugging/unplugging the remote control unit to/from the [SP/MIC] jack.D Simple remote control modeq While continuing to push [SET], turn the power ON to enter the Initial set mode.w Rotate [DIAL] to select the microphone simple mode (mic S) item.e Rotate [DIAL] to select “SImPLE,” “nORm-1” or “nORm-2” option.r Push [ ] to return to the frequency display.• SIMPLES1 Selects the Call channel.S2 Turns the monitor function ON or OFF.S3 Selects memory channel 0.S4 Selects memory channel 1.• NORM-1S1 Toggles the VFO mode and the memory mode.S2 Selects the Call channel.S3 Frequency or memory channel “UP.”S4 Frequency or memory channel “DOWN.”• NORM-2S1 Toggles the VFO mode and the memory mode.S2 Turns the monitor function ON or OFF.S3 Frequency or memory channel “UP.”S4 Frequency or memory channel “DOWN.”The VFO mode cannot be selected via the remote control unit when SIMPLE mode is selected.• COMMON (SIMPLE/NORM-1/NORM-2)S2 Transmits T-CALL (1750 Hz tone) while pushing [PTT].S3 Volume “UP” while operating the monitor function.S4 Volume “DOWN” while operating the monitor function.
83CE14IMPORTANT• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 2.5 to 5 centimetres from your head and body.• If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the antenna is at least 2.5 centimetres from your body when transmitting.CE Versions of the IC-T70E which display the ‘CE’ symbol on the serial number label, comply with the essential requirements of the European Radio and Telecommunication Ter-minal Directive 1999/5/EC. This warning symbol indicates that this equip-ment operates in non-harmonised frequency bands and/or may be subject to licensing con-ditions in the country of use. Be sure to check that you have the correct version of this radio or the correct programming of this radio, to comply with national licensing requirements.• List of Country codes (ISO 3166-1)Country Codes Country Codes1 Austria AT 18 Liechtenstein LI2 Belgium BE 19 Lithuania LT3 Bulgaria BG 20 Luxembourg LU4 Croatia HR 21 Malta MT5 Czech Republic CZ 22 Netherlands NL6 Cyprus CY 23 Norway NO7 Denmark DK 24 Poland PL8 Estonia EE 25 Portugal PT9 Finland FI 26 Romania RO10 France FR 27 Slovakia SK11 Germany DE 28 Slovenia SI12 Greece GR 29 Spain EP13 Hungary HU 30 Sweden SE14 Iceland IS 31 Switzerland CH15 Ireland IE 32 Turkey TR16 Italy IT 33 United Kingdom GB17 Latvia LV
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85INDEX– 1 –1750 Hz tone ··················································································28– A –All reset···························································································75Antenna ····························································································2Auto low power (AUTOLP)······························································64Auto power OFF (AP OFF)·····························································59Auto repeater (AUTORP)································································60Auto repeater function ····································································27– B –Band scan (VFO mode)··································································42Battery caution ···············································································10Battery icons···················································································12Battery information ·········································································11Battery life·······················································································11Battery pack······················································································2Beep output level (BEEPLV) ···························································60Belt clip·····························································································1Busy lockout (LK OUT)···································································62– C –Call channel mode··········································································18Call channel watch ·········································································49Caution (for the optional BP-265 Li-Ion battery pack) ······················9Caution (for the supplied BP-264 Ni-MH battery pack) ····················8CE·····························································································83, 84Channel number display·································································36Charging caution ············································································10Charging note···········································································12–15Checking the repeater input signal·················································25Cloning function··············································································74Copying call channel contents························································37Copying memory contents······························································37– D –DC operating note ··········································································15Dial speed acceleration (DIAL S) ···················································63Display backlighting (LIGHT)··························································60Display type ····················································································36Display type (DISP M) ····································································64DOC································································································84DTCS code (CODE) ·······································································53DTCS polarity (DTCS P) ································································53DTCS squelch ················································································70DTMF memory (DTMF) ··································································58DTMF speed (DTMF-S)··································································61DTMF TX key (DTMF-T)·································································58Duplex operation ············································································26– E –Entering Initial set mode and operation··········································51Entering Set mode and operation···················································51Erasing bank contents····································································39Explicit definitions·············································································· iExternal DC power operation ·························································15
86INDEX12345678910111213141516171819– F –FCC information ·············································································· iiiFeatures ···························································································· iForeword···························································································· iFrequency display···········································································36Frequency offset (OFFSET) ···························································54Frequency range and offset direction ·············································27Front panel························································································3Full scan ·························································································42Function display················································································6– G –General description ········································································29– H –Hand strap························································································1Head set selection (HS SEL)··························································64– I –Important ··························································································· iIndex·························································································85–88Initial set mode item list ··································································52Initial set mode items······································································59– K –Key lock function·············································································21Keypad······························································································4– L –LCD contrast (CONT)·····································································62– M –Memory bank link function (B LINK)···············································56Memory bank scan ·········································································45Memory bank selection ··································································33Memory bank setting ······································································32Memory channel contents ······························································29Memory channel programming·······················································31Memory channel watch···································································49Memory clearing·············································································38Memory mode ················································································18Memory name (NAME)···································································63Memory scan ·················································································44Memory scan watch········································································49Microphone gain (MIC G) ·······························································58Microphone simple mode (MIC S)··················································59Monitor function··············································································17Monitor key action (MONI)······························································63– O –Off band indication··········································································25Operating mode (MODE)································································54Operating mode selection·······························································21Optional battery case ·····································································11Optional unit connection·································································80Options ·····················································································78–82
87INDEX– P –Partial reset ····················································································75Pocket beep····················································································68Power OFF ·····················································································16Power ON ·······················································································16Power save (P SAVE) ·····································································61Precautions···················································································ii, iiiPriority watch (PRIO)······································································55Priority watch operation··································································49Priority watch types ········································································48Private channel display···································································36Program scan link function (P LINK) ··············································56Program skip scan (P SKIP)···························································55Programmed scan ·········································································42Programming a DTMF code sequence···········································65Programming bank name ·······························································34Programming memory name··························································34Programming scan name ·······························································34PTT lock (PTT LK)··········································································62– R –Rapid charging with the BC-191·····················································13Rapid charging with the BC-193·····················································14Receiving························································································22Regular charging ············································································12Remote control function··································································82Repeater operation·········································································24Repeater tone frequency (R TONE) ···············································53Resetting ························································································75Reverse duplex function (DUP.REV)···············································54Reverse tone/DTCS squelch ··························································68Reverse duplex function ·································································26– S –Scan edges programming ······························································43Scan name (S NAME) ····································································63Scan pause timer············································································47Scan pause timer (PAUSE)·····························································55Scan resume condition···································································47Scan resume timer ·········································································47Scan resume timer (RESUME)·······················································55Scan types······················································································40Selecting a call channel··································································29Selecting a memory channel ··························································30Selecting bank name indication······················································35Selecting memory name indication ················································35Set mode item list···········································································52Set mode items···············································································53Setting a frequency using the dial ··················································19Setting a frequency using the keypad·············································20Setting a tuning step·······································································19Setting audio volume ······································································16Setting DTCS code for DTCS squelch ···········································69Setting DTCS polarity·····································································69Setting DTMF transfer speed··························································67Setting duplex direction ··································································26Setting frequency offset··································································26Setting squelch level·······································································17
88INDEX12345678910111213141516171819Setting subaudible tone for tone squelch········································68Setting the mode ············································································18Side panel·························································································3Skip channel setting ·······································································46Skip frequency setting ····································································46Specifications ·················································································77Squelch delay (SQL DL)·································································62Supplied accessories······································································· iv– T –Table of contents ··········································································v, viTime-out timer (TOT) ······································································62Tone and DTCS squelches·····························································68Tone frequency and DTCS code ····················································68Tone scan ·······················································································71Tone squelch ··················································································70Top panel ··························································································3Transferring bank contents ·····························································39Transmit power selection ································································22Transmit warning ············································································23Transmitting ····················································································23Transmitting a DTMF code sequence·············································66Troubleshooting ··············································································76TSQL frequency (C TONE)·····························································53Tuning step (TS) ·············································································54Tuning step selection ······································································19Turning the VOX function ON or OFF ·············································80– U –Usable characters···········································································34– V –VFO mode ······················································································18VFO scan watch ·············································································50Voltage indication (VOLT) ·······························································61VOX delay (VOX.DLY)·····································································59VOX function···················································································80VOX function (VOX) ········································································58VOX gain (VOX LV)·········································································58VOX time-out timer (VOXTOT)························································59VOX-related settings·······································································81– W –Weather alert (WX.ALT)··································································54Weather alert function ····································································72Weather channel mode ··································································18Weather channel operation·····························································72Weather channel scan····································································72Weather channel selection ·····························································72
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