ICOM orporated 369700 VHF Air Band Transceiver User Manual

ICOM Incorporated VHF Air Band Transceiver

User Manual

VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVERSBASIC MANUALThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.iA120iA120E
IMPORTANTREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver.SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-A120 and IC-A120E.The explicit denitions below apply to this instruction manual.WORD DEFINITIONRWARNING! Personal injury, re hazard or electric shock may occur.CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.NOTEIf disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, re or electric shock.iEXPLICIT DEFINITIONSAbout E-marking: Detailed installation notes for Icom mobile transceivers to be tted into vehicles are available. Please contact your Icom dealer or distributor.CAUTION: Changes or modications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES* Used for optional unit installation. Ask the technical dealer for details.Microphone Microphone hanger Microphone hanger cableDC power cable Mounting bracket Sponges*Flat washers Bracket bolts Self-tapping screws (5×16)Spring washers Mounting screws (5×12)Nuts Fuses (10 A)Self-tapping screws (3×16, for Microphone hangar)
BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when operating continuously for long periods.USE the specied microphone only. Other microphones have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver.Place the transceiver in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children.KEEP the transceiver away from the heavy rain, and never immerse it in the water. The transceiver meets IP54* requirements for dust-protection and splash resistance. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, dust protection and splash resistance cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, and so on.*Only when the supplied microphone is attached.Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries.The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Icom inc. is under license. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.iiPRECAUTIONSR WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a re hazard or result in an electric shock.R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 31.5 V DC. This could damage the transceiver.R WARNING! NEVER cut the DC power cable between the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect connection is made after cutting, the transceiver might be damaged.R WARNING! NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury.CAUTION: NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.DO NOT operate or place the transceiver in areas with temperatures below –30°C (–22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F), or in areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard.DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle’s engine. The vehicle’s battery will quickly run out when the transceiver transmits while the vehicle’s engine is OFF.DO NOT place the transceiver in excessively dusty environments.DO NOT place the transceiver against walls. Otherwise heat dissipation will be obstructed.DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they damage the transceiver surfaces.CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used.
iiiNE PAS placer l'émetteur-récepteur dans un environnement excessivement poussiereux ou en plein soleil.NE PAS placer l'émetteur-récepteur contre un mur pour ne pas gêner la dispersion de la chaleur.NE PAS utiliser de solvants agressifs tels que l'essence ou l'alcool pour nettoyer le l’émetteur-récepteur, en raison des risques d'endommager la surface du l’émetteur-récepteur.ATTENTION! L’émetteur-récepteur chauffe en cas d’utilisation continue sur une longue durée.Utiliser exclusivement un microphone Icom (fourni d’origine ou en option). La repartition des broches des microphones des autres fabricants est différente et leur connexion à l’IC-A120/IC-A120E peut endommager l’émetteur-récepteur.Placer l’émetteur-récepteur hors de portée des enfants pour éviter toute utilisation inopinée.PLACEZ l'émetteur-récepteur loin d'une forte pluie et ne jamais l'immerger dans l'eau. Cet émetteur-récepteur répond aux exigences de la norme IP54* en matière de protection contre la poussière et de résistance aux éclaboussures. Toutefois, si l'émetteur-récepteur tombe par terre, la protection contre la poussière et la résistance aux éclaboussures ne peuvent être garanties, car l'appareil peut être ssuré ou le joint d'étanchéité peut être endommagé, etc.*Seulement lorsque le microphone fourni est xé.PRÉCAUTIONSR AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS connecter l'émetteur-récepteur a une alimentation CA au risque de provoquer un incendie ou un choc electrique.R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS brancher l’émetteur-récepteur sur une source d’alimentation de plus de 31.5 V CC. NE JAMAIS émettre lorsque le coupleur est activé (ON), alors qu'aucune antenne n'est raccordée, au risque d'endommager gravement l'émetteur-récepteur.R AVERTISSEMENT! NE JAMAIS couper le câble d’alimentation CC entre la prise CC à l’arrière de l’émetteur-récepteur et le porte fusible. L’émetteur-récepteur peut être endommagé par la suite en cas de connexion inappropriée.MISE EN GARDE: NE JAMAIS placer l’émetteur-récepteur à un emplacement où il pourrait gêner le fonctionnement normal du navire ou provoquer des blessures corporelles.MISE EN GARDE: NE JAMAIS exposer l’émetteur-récepteur à la pluie, à la neige ou à tout autre liquide.NE PAS utiliser ou placer l’émetteur-récepteur dans des zones où la temperature est inférieure à –30°C (–22°F) ou supérieure à +60°C (+140°F) ou dans des zones soumises au rayonnement solaire direct, telles le tableau de bord.En utilisation mobile, NE PAS utiliser un emetteur-recepteur embarque avec le moteur du vehicule arrete. La batterie du véhicule sera rapidement épuisé lorsque la radio transmet lorsque le moteur du véhicule est éteint. MISE EN GARDE: Utilisation de 8,33 kHz Espacement des canaux de cette radio est strictement interdite et ne doit pas être utilisé au Canada.
ivSAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classied as “Occupational Use Only,” meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment.• For compliance with FCC and Industry Canada RF Exposure Requirements, the transmitter antenna installation shall comply with the following two conditions: 1. The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed 0 dBi. 2. The antenna is required to be located outside of a vehicle and kept at a distance of 53 centimeters or more between the transmitting antenna of this device and any persons during operation. For a small vehicle, the antenna as worst case, the antenna shall be located on the roof top at any place on the centre line along the vehicle in order to achieve 53 centimeters separation distance. In order to ensure this distance is met, the installation of the antenna must be mounted at least 53 centimeters away from the nearest edge of the vehicle in order to protect against exposure to bystanders.To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:• DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio.• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “TX” indicator appears. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT switch.Electromagnetic Interference/CompatibilityDuring transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.WARNINGCAUTIO N
vINFORMATION EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ Votre radio Icom produit une énergie électromagnétique de radiofréquences (RF), en mode de transmission. Cette radio est conçue pour un «usage professionnel seulement» et classée comme tel, ce qui signie qu'elle doit être utilisée uniquement dans le cadre d'un travail par des personnes conscientes des dangers et des mesures visant à minimiser ces dangers. Elle N'EST PAS conçue pour une «utilisation grand public», dans un environnement non contrôlé.• An de satisfaire aux exigences de la FCC et d'Industrie Canada en matière d'exposition aux RF, il est nécessaire que l'antenne soit installée conformément aux deux conditions suivantes: 1. Le gain de l'antenne du radio émetteur ne doit pas dépasser 0 dBi. 2. Il faut que l'antenne émettrice de cet appareil soit placée à l'extérieur d'un véhicule et tenue éloignée d'au moins 53 centimètres de toute personne pendant le fonctionnement. Dans le pire des cas, pour un petit véhicule, l'antenne doit être placée sur le toit, n'importe où dans l'axe central du véhicule, an de respecter une distance de 53 cm du bord le plus rapproché du véhicule et ainsi éviter que les personnes présentes soient exposées.An de vous assurer que votre exposition à une énergie électromagnétique de RF se situe dans les limites permises par la FCC pour une utilisation grand public, veuillez en tout temps respecter les directives suivantes:• NE PAS faire fonctionner la radio sans qu'une antenne appropriée y soit xée, car ceci risque d'endommager la radio et causer une exposition supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC. L'antenne appropriée est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne spécialement autorisée par le fabricant pour être utilisée avec cette radio.• NE PAS émettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation de l'appareil («50% du facteur d'utilisation»). Émettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation peut causer une exposition aux RF supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC. La radio est en train d’émettre lorsque le témoin du mode de transmission s'afche sur l'écran ACL. La radio émettra si vous appuyez sur le bouton du microphone.Interférence électromagnétique et compatibilitéEn mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l'énergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interférences avec d'autres appareils ou systèmes. Pour éviter de telles interférences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs où une signalisation l’exige. NE PAS faire fonctionner l'émetteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement électromagnétique tels que les hôpitaux, les aéronefs et les sites de dynamitage.AVERTISSEMENTMISE EN GARDE
viTABLE OF CONTENTSIMPORTANT ..........................................................................iEXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .......................................................iSUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .................................................. iPRECAUTIONS .................................................................... iiPRÉCAUTIONS ....................................................................iiiSAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ................................... ivINFORMATION EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ ..................... v1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ................................................1–2 ■Front panel ................................................................... 1 ■Function display ...........................................................22 BASIC OPERATION ....................................................3–5 ■Turning ON the transceiver .......................................... 3 ■Receiving and transmitting ...........................................4 ■Adjusting the squelch ................................................... 53 Bluetooth® OPERATION ............................................6–8 ■ Operating Bluetooth® ...................................................6 ■Electromagnetic Interference .......................................6 ■Pairing with a headset ..................................................7 ■AF Output setting .........................................................7 ■ Disconnecting from a headset .....................................8 ■ Unpairing a headset ..................................................... 84 MENU MODE .............................................................9–10 ■Using the Menu mode .................................................. 9 ■Menu item list ............................................................... 95 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ......................... 11–12 ■Specications ............................................................. 11 ■Options .......................................................................126 INFORMATION ........................................................ 13–14 ■ Firmware version identication ..................................13 ■Disposal .....................................................................13 ■Country code list ........................................................13 ■ VFO channel ID list ....................................................14 ■ FCC information ......................................................... 15INDEX.................................................................................16
11PANEL DESCRIPTION1 ■Front panelVOLUME CONTROL KNOBSTATUS INDICATORFUNCTION DISPLAYUP/DOWN KEYS [∫]/[√]POWER KEY []SPEAKERENTER/MHz/GRP KEY []/[MHz]/[GRP]MENU/CLEAR KEY [MENU]/[CLR]SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT/LOCK KEY [SQL]/[ ]PRIORITY CHANNEL/DUALWATCH KEY [PRI]/[DUAL]SCAN KEY [SCAN]MICROPHONE CONNECTOR
21PANEL DESCRIPTION 012345678901213141516 ■Function displayRXTX/BUSY ICONBLUETOOTH ICONLOCKOUT ICON SCAN/CHANNEL ICONCHANNEL READOUT FREQUENCY READOUTGROUP NAMEREADOUTMEMORY NAMEREADOUTOPERATING MODEICON
32BASIC OPERATION ■Turning ON the transceiverHold down [ ] for 1 second to turn ON the power. If the transceiver is preset for a start-up password, enter the 6 digits password. While in the Password Entry mode, “PASSWORD” is displayed. DEntering the passwordEnter the password in the following manner.KEYNUMBER0516273849Example:If the password is 513824, push [SCAN], [PRI/DUAL], [MENU/CLR], [MENU/CLR], [SQL/ ], and then push [/MHz/GRP].• Note that each key represents 2 digits. That means, “123456” and “678901” are entered in exactly the same way (requires no multiple or extended pushing.)• The entered password will not be displayed.• If “PASSWORD” does not disappear after entering, the entered password is incorrect. Turn OFF the transceiver, and then try again.
42BASIC OPERATION1 02345678910111213141516 Setting the frequency in the VFO mode(For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.)1) Switch the transceiver to the VFO mode. ➥ Select “VFO MODE” group in the Menu mode and then push [ /MHz/GRP].2) Set the MHz digit. ➥ Push [ /MHz/GRP], and then push [∫] or [√]. • The MHz digit blinks.3) Exit the MHz Digit Selection mode. ➥ Push [ /MHz/GRP] again.4) Set the kHz digit. ➥ Push [∫] or [√]. ■Receiving and transmitting1. Setting the frequency Setting the frequency in the Memory mode1) Open the “MEMORY” menu. ➥ Push [ /MHz/GRP]. 2) Select “GROUPS” item. ➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then push [ /MHz/GRP]. 3) Select a desired group. ➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then push [ /MHz/GRP]. 4) Select a desired channel. ➥ Push [∫] or [√].TIP: You can select the channel spacing in the “CH SPACING” item*.* The menu may not be displayed, depending on the transceiver’s setting. Ask your authorized Icom dealer or transceiver administrator for details.MENU > SETTINGS > FUNCTIONS > CH SPACINGCAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used.
52BASIC OPERATION2. ReceivingWhen receiving a signal, “BUSY” is displayed and audio is heard.• Rotate volume control knob to adjust the audio level.• Adjust the squelch if necessary. See ‘Adjusting the squelch’ to the right for details.3. Transmitting 1) Hold down [PTT], and then speak at your normal voice level. • “TX” is displayed. 2) Release [PTT] to receive.InformationTo maximise the clarity of the signal, Hold the microphone about 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth. ■Receiving and transmitting (Continued) ■Adjusting the squelchAdjust the squelch to mute undesired noise when no signal received. 1) Open the “SQL” window. ➥ Push [SQL/ ]. 2) Adjust the squelch. ➥ Push [∫] or [√] to select the desired squelch level.
63Bluetooth® OPERATION 02 03 ■ Operating Bluetooth®If the UT-133A Bluetooth® unit is installed in the transceiver, you can connect a Bluetooth® headset.When you connect the VS-3 Bluetooth® headset to the transceiver, you can wirelessly transmit and receive the headset audio.The VS-3 has a [PTT] switch, so you can transmit in the same way as using the transceiver’s [PTT] switch.Communication range of Bluetooth® is approximately 10 meters (32.8 ft). ■Electromagnetic InterferenceWhen you use a Bluetooth® headset, pay attention to the following:Bluetooth® devices operate in the 2.4 GHz band.The 2.4 GHz band is also used by other devices, such as Wireless LAN products, microwave ovens, RFID systems, amateur radio stations, and so on. When using the Bluetooth® headset near such devices, interference may occur, causing a decrease in communication speed, and an unstable connection.In such cases, use the headset away from the other devices, or stop using those headsets.The Bluetooth® communication range may vary, depending on your operating environment.Microwave ovens or Wireless LANs may cause interference. In that case, stop using those devices or move away from them.This Bluetooth® headset has a usable range. If communication is unstable, move within the range.Bluetooth®Transceiver with theUT-133A Bluetooth® unitOptional Vs-3Bluetooth® headset
73Bluetooth® OPERATION ■Pairing with a headsetThese instructions describe pairing with the VS-3 Bluetooth® headset as example. You can pair a maximum of 7 Bluetooth® headsets with the transceiver.• If you try to pair a Bluetooth® headset to a transceiver that already has 7 headsets paired with it, the oldest headset will automatically be unpaired.1. Turning ON transceiver’s Bluetooth® function 1) Open the “BLUETOOTH FUNC” menu. 2) Activate the Bluetooth® unit. ➥ Select “ON” and push [ /MHz/GRP].2. Entering the Pairing mode of the VS-3 • See the VS-3’s instruction manual for details.3. Pairing the Bluetooth® headset 1) Open the “DEVICE SEARCH” menu. 3) Select the desired headset to pair. ➥ Push [∫] or [√] and then push [ /MHz/GRP]. • A passkey or PIN code may be required to pair, depending on the headset. Refer to your headset’s instructions for details. 4) Exit the Menu mode. ➥ Push [ ]. • “ ” is displayed if the headset is correctly paired. ■Connecting a paired headsetIf you have a previously paired headset, follow the steps below to connect it. 1) Open the “PAIR/CONNECT” menu. MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT • The paired headsets are displayed.2) Select the desired headset to connect. ➥ Push [∫] or [√] and then push [ /MHz/GRP]. • “CONNECT” and “UNPAIR” is displayed.3) Connect the headset. ➥ Select “CONNECT” and then push [/MHz/GRP]. • The check mark “4” in the box is displayed.4) Exit the Menu mode. ➥ Push [ ]. 2) Search for a headset to pair. ➥ Select “HEADSET” and push [/MHz/GRP]. • The found headsets are displayed. • “NOT FOUND” is displayed if no headset is found. • Push [MENU/CLR] to cancel searching. • The headset name changes to its Bluetooth® device address in 5 seconds.MENU > SETTINGS > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH FUNCMENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT >DEVICE SEARCH
83Bluetooth® OPERATION 03 ■Setting AF OutputYou can select the AF output option in the “AF OUTPUT” menu.MENU > SETTINGS > BLUETOOTH > HEADSET SET > AF OUTPUTHEADSET: Outputs audio to the connected Bluetooth® headset.HEADSET & SPEAKER: Outputs audio to both the connected Bluetooth® headset and the transceiver’s speaker.You can disconnect from a headset without cancelling the pairing. 1) Open the “PAIR/CONNECT” menu. MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT• The connected headsets are displayed.2) Select the desired headset to disconnect. ➥ Push [∫] or [√] and then push [ /MHz/GRP]. • “DISCONNECT” is displayed. ■ Disconnecting a headset3) Disconnect the headset. ➥ Push [ /MHz/GRP], and then select [YES]. • The check mark “4” in the box disappears.4) Exit the Menu mode. ➥ Push [ ]. ■ Unpairing a headsetYou can unpair a Bluetooth® headset.Before unpairing a connected headset, disconnect it. 1) Open the “PAIR/CONNECT” menu. MENU > BLUETOOTH > PAIR/CONNECT • The paired headsets are displayed.2) Select the desired headset to unpair. ➥ Push [∫] or [√] and then push [ /MHz/GRP].3) Unpair the headset. ➥ Select “UNPAIR” and push [ /MHz/GRP]. • The headset name disappears from the “PAIR/CONNECT” menu.4) Exit the Menu mode. ➥ Push [ ].
■Using the Menu modeYou can set seldom changed settings in the Menu mode. You can customize the transceiver settings to suit your preference and operating style.Example: Turning OFF the key beep.94MENU MODE1) Enter the Menu mode. ➥ Push [MENU/CLR].2) Open the “SETTINGS” menu. ➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then push [ /MHz/GRP].3) Open the “SOUNDS” menu. ➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then push [ /MHz/GRP].4) Open the “KEY BEEP” menu. ➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then push [ /MHz/GRP].5) Select OFF. ➥ Push [∫] or [√], and then push [ /MHz/GRP].6) Exit the Menu mode. ➥ Push [ ].■ Menu item listThe list on this basic manual shows the transceiver’s menu items.See the FULL MANUAL for each menu item’s details. You can download the FULL MANUAL from the Icom website, shown below.http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/manual/index.phpThe menu items contained in the transceiver may be different, depending on the transceiver’s setting. Ask your dealer or transceiver administrator for details.VFO MODE/MEMORY MODE group(For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.)VFO MODE/MEMORY MODEMEMORY WRITE group(May not be displayed, depending on the transceiver’s settings.)MEMORY NAMELOCKOUTGROUPGROUP NAMEWRITE
104MENU MODE 04MEMORY MANAGE group*1EDITMEMORY NAMELOCKOUTGROUP NAMEOVERWRITEDELETEBLUETOOTH group*2PAIR/CONNECTDEVICE SEARCHPAIRING LIST (The paired Bluetooth® headset is displayed.) PAIRING STANDBYSETTINGS groupFUNCTIONSCH SPACING*1PRIORITY CH*1NOISE LIMITINGTIME OUT TIMER*1MIC KEY CUSTOMIZE*1LOCK FUNCTIONCI-V*1*1 May not be displayed, depending on the transceiver’s setting.*2 Displayed only when the optional UT-133A Bluetooth® unit is installed.SETTINGS group (Continued)SCAN*1SCAN TYPE*1RESUME TIMER*1ON-HOOK SCAN*1STOP/TX CH*1DISPLAYLCD BACKLIGHTLCD CONTRASTINDICATION TYPESOUNDSKEY BEEPBEEP LEVELSIDE TONESPEAKER OUTPUTBLUETOOTH*2BLUETOOTH FUNCAUTO CONNECT*1HEADSET SETDATA DEVICE SET*1DEVICE INFODEVICE INITIALIZE*1INFORMATIONVERSION
115SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ■Specications DGeneral• Frequency range: IC-A120 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz IC-A120E (AUS version) 118.000 to 136.97500 MHz IC-A120E (Others) 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz• Channel spacing: 25 kHz/8.33*1 kHz• Type of emission: IC-A120 6K00A3E/5K60A3E (FCC/EXP) 6K00A3E (Industry Canada) IC-A120E 6K80A3E/5K00A3E*1• Number of memory channels: 200• Antenna impedance: 50 ø (nominal)• Antenna connector: SO-239• Power supply requirement: 13.75 V/27.5 V DC (negative ground)• Current drain (at 13.75 V): TX 5.0 A Maximum audio 4.0 A• Operating temperature range: IC-A120 –30˚C to +60˚C, –22˚F to +140˚F IC-A120E (AUS version) –10˚C to +60˚C IC-A120E (Others) –20˚C to +55˚C• Dimensions: (projections not included) 161 (W)✕45 (H)✕175 (D) mm, 6.3 (W)✕1.8 (H)✕6.9 (D) inches• Weight (approximately): 1.5 kg, 3.3 lb DTransmitter• Output power: IC-A120 9 W (Carrier power) typical IC-A120E 9 W±1.5 dB (+15˚C to +35˚C) 9 W+1.5 dB/–3dB (–20˚C to +55˚C)• Frequency stability: IC-A120 ±5 ppm (–30˚C to +60˚C, –22˚F to +140˚F) IC-A120E ±1 ppm (0˚C to +40˚C)• Modulation system: Last stage modulations• Audio frequency distortion: IC-A120 Less than 10% (at 70% modulation) IC-A120E Less than 10% (at 85% modulation +3 dB)*1 Except IC-A120E (AUS version).In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used.
• Spurious emissions: IC-A120 Less than –60 dBc IC-A120E*2 9 kHz to 30 MHz Less than –46 dBm 30 MHz to 1 GHz Less than –36 dBm (For Harmonics) Less than –46 dBm (For Non-Harmonics) 1 GHz to 4 GHz Less than –30 dBm (For Harmonics) Less than –40 dBm (For Non-Harmonics) DReceiver• Receive system: Double conversion superheterodyne• Intermediate frequencies: 1st 38.85 MHz 2nd 450 kHz• Sensitivity: IC-A120 Less than 1 μV (pd) (at 6 dB S/N) IC-A120E Less than –101 dBm (12 dB SINAD with CCITT)• Squelch sensitivity: IC-A120 Less than 0.35 μV (pd) IC-A120E Less than –116 dBm• Spurious response rejection ratio: IC-A120 More than 5 mV (pd) IC-A120E More than 70 dB125SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS 05Approved 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.• Audio output power: External speaker More than 10 W (at 13.75 V DC with 8 Ω load 60% mod, 10% distortion) Side tone More than 100 mW (at 13.75 V DC with 500 Ω load 60% mod, 10% distortion) ■OptionsHM-217 speaker micrOphOneThe speaker microphone with [∫]/[√] keys and [P1]/[P2] keys.VS-3 Bluetooth® headsetThe Bluetooth® headset with a [PTT] switch.UT-133A Bluetooth® unitOPC-871A headset adapterThe adapter to connect a standard headset.All stated specications are subject to change without notice or obligation.*2 Except for operating frequency ±1 MHz.
136INFORMATION ■ Firmware version identicationYou can identify your transceiver’s rmware version in the “VERSION” menu. ■Disposal MENU > SETTINGS > INFORMATION > VERSION ■Country code list• ISO 3166-1The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your product, literature, or packaging reminds you that in the European Union, all electrical and electronic products, batteries, and accumulators (rechargeable batteries) must be taken to designated collection locations at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area.Country Codes Country Codes1 Austria AT 18 Liechtenstein LI2 Belgium BE 19 Lithuania LT3 Bulgaria BG 20 Luxembourg LU4 Croatia HR 21 Malta MT5Czech 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 ES13 Hungary HU 30 Sweden SE14 Iceland IS 31 Switzerland CH15 Ireland IE 32 Turkey TR16 Italy IT 33 United Kingdom GB17 Latvia LV
146INFORMATION12345 067890 23456 ■ VFO channel ID list• Channel spacing: 25 kHz (Actual frequency is displayed.)Operating Frequency (MHz)Channel spacing (kHz)Channel ID(Displayed Frequency)118.0000 25 118.000118.0250 25 118.025118.0500 25 118.050118.0750 25 118.075118.1000 25 118.100These tables show just the display example between 118.0000 MHz and 118.1000 MHz. Not all frequencies in the band are shown.• Channel spacing: 8.33 kHzOperating Frequency (MHz)Channel spacing (kHz)Channel ID(Displayed Frequency)118.0000 8.33 118.005118.0083 8.33 118.010118.0167 8.33 118.015118.0250 8.33 118.030118.0333 8.33 118.035118.0417 8.33 118.040118.0500 8.33 118.055118.0583 8.33 118.060118.0667 8.33 118.065118.0750 8.33 118.080118.0833 8.33 118.085118.0917 8.33 118.090118.1000 8.33 118.105 (For only EXP, USA, and EUR versions.)CAUTION: Use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used in Canada.
156INFORMATION ■FCC information• FOR CLASS A UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.• POUR LES RAYONNEMENTS NON INTENTIONNELS DE CLASSE A:Cet équipement a été testé et reconnu conforme aux limites xées pour un appareil numérique de classe A, conformément au point 15 de la réglementation FCC. Ces limites sont dénies de façon à fournir une protection raisonnable contre le brouillage préjudiciable lorsque cet appareil est utilisé dans un environnement commercial. Cet équipement génère, utilise et peut émettre un rayonnement de fréquence radio. S'il n'a pas été installé conformément aux instructions, il peut par ailleurs créer des interférences perturbant les communications radio.L'utilisation de cet appareil dans une zone résidentielle peut provoquer un brouillage préjudiciable, auquel cas l'utilisateur sera tenu de corriger la situation à ses frais.
16INDEX 10 11 12 13 14 15 16RReceiving .............................................................................. 4SSafety training information ................................................... ivSpecifications .....................................................................11Squelch .................................................................................5TTransmitting ..........................................................................4Turning ON the transceiver ................................................... 3VVFO channel ID list .............................................................14AAF Output setting ..................................................................7BBasic operation ..................................................................... 3Bluetooth® operation .............................................................6DDisposal .............................................................................. 13EElectromagnetic Interference ................................................6FFCC information .................................................................15Firmware version identification ...........................................13Front panel............................................................................1Function display ....................................................................2HHeadset Disconnecting from a headset .........................................8 Pairing with a headset .....................................................7 Unpairing a headset ........................................................8IImportant ...............................................................................iMMenu item list .......................................................................9Menu mode ...........................................................................9OOptions ...............................................................................12PPanel Description .................................................................1Precautions ........................................................................... ii
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