INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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1. to select the desired channel 3 Push SCAN DUAL for 1 sec to start dualwatch or tri watch de pending on SET mode 0 cancel dualwatch tri watch push SCAN DUAL again E TAG CHANNELS p 13 D Push AJ W to select the desired channel 2 Push for 1 sec to change the TAG setting ON and OFF LOCK FUNCTION p 10 Push Hi Lo for 1 sec to turn the lock function ON and OFF SQL ti ni DUP SQUELCH LEVEL p 11 Push SQL MONI then adjust the squelch level with E MONITOR FUNCTION 10 D Select monitor switch action in SET mode p 18 2 Push SQL MONI for 1sec to ac tive the monitor function SCAN pgs 12 13 Push SCAN DUAL scanning to start stop CE Versions of the IC M90E which display the CE symbol on the serial number seal comply with the essential requirements of the European Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Directive 1999 5 EC 1 This warning symbol indicates that this equip ment operates in non harmonised frequency bands and or may be subject to licensing condi tions 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 requirement We Icom Inc Japan 1 1 32 Kamiminami Hirano ku O2. ICOM INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER ____ WATERPROOF Icom Inc 7 IC IN CASE OF EMERGENCY RECOMMENDATION If your vessel requires assistance contact other vessels and CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16 WATER after exposure to saltwater and dry it before opera tion Otherwise the transceiver s keys switches and con O USING CHANNEL 16 trollers may become inoperable due to salt crystallization NOTE DO NOT remove the battery pack when cleaning the DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE transceiver thoroughly with fresh water Water may enter into the transceiver and damage it MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY THIS IS name of vessel Your call sign or other indication of the ves sel LOCATED AT your position The nature of the distress and assistance re quired Any other information which might facilitate the rescue FOREWORD FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this Icom radio The IC M90E VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom s state of the art technology and craftsmanship With proper care this product should provide you with years of trouble free operation IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com pletely before using the transceiver SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This in struction manual contains important operating instructi
3. Z WARNING NEVER the transceiver so that the antenna is closer than 2 5 cm from exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting The trans ceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the BP 225 BP 224 or BP 223 Such a connection will ruin the transceiver AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below 15 C or above 55 C MARINE 25 C or above 55 PMR the transceiver out of the reach of children KEEP the transceiver at least 0 9 meters away from your vessel s magnetic navigation compass MAKE SURE flexible antenna and battery pack are securely attached to the transceiver and that the antenna and battery pack are dry before attachment Exposing the inside of the transceiver to water will result in serious damage to the transceiver BE CAREFUL The IC M90E employs waterproof con struction which corresponds to IPX7 waterproof specification 1 m depth for 30 min However once the transceiver has been dropped waterproofing cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked or the water proof seal damaged etc Icom Icom Inc and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor porated Japan in the United States the United Kingdom Germany France Spain Russi
4. 156 600 22A 157 100 157 100 64A 156 225 156 225 156 875 156 875 157 325 161 925 156 650 156 650 23A 157 150 157 150 65 156 275 156 275 78A 156 925 156 925 86 157 325 157 325 156 700 156 700 157 200 161 800 66 156 325 156 325 79 156 975 156 975 157 375 161 975 156 750 156 750 157 250 161 850 156 375 156 375 80A 157 025 157 025 87A 157 375 157 375 156 250 156 250 156 800 156 800 157 300 161 900 156 425 156 425 81 157 075 157 075 157 425 162 025 156 300 156 300 156 850 156 850 157 350 161 950 156 475 156 475 82 157 125 157 125 88 157 425 157 425 156 350 156 350 156 900 156 900 157 400 162 000 Rxonly 156 525 83A 157 175 157 175 161 425 161 425 156 400 156 400 156 950 156 950 37A 157 850 157 850 156 575 156 575 157 225 161 825 156 450 156 450 157 000 161 600 61 156 075 156 075 156 625 156 625 84A 157 225 157 225 156 500 156 500 157 000 157 000 156 675 156 675 157 275 161 875 156 550 156 550 157 050 157 050 63A 156 175 156 175 156 725 156 725 85 157 275 157 275 UK marine channels M1 37A 157 850 MHz M2 P4 161 425 MHz for U K version only GENERAL Frequency coverage Marine RX PMR TX RX Mode Marine PMR Number of programmable ch Power supply requirement Current drain app
5. CHANNEL OPERATION 15 LAND PMR channel group eee 15 CTCSS and DTCS display 15 B VOX function cedere 15 8 SET MODE 16 21 W SET mode programming se 16 i SET mode items cent teneo to cedes 17 9 BATTERY CHARGING 22 25 W Battery charging 22 W Battery cautions 22 W Optional battery case 23 W Optional battery Chargers 24 10 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP 26 MB 86 contents 26 W Attachment 26 E Detachment 26 11 OPTIONAL SPEAKER MICROPHONE 27 HM 125 descriptions seseeen 27 W Attachment 27 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 13 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST enne 29 14 SPECIFICATIONS 30 15 OPTIONS 91 16 QUICK REFERENCE 32 17 ABOUT DOC uen chan poc 34 A im Em 9 Priorities Read all rules and regulations pertaining to pri
6. appears when low power is selected MID appears when middle power is selected no indication when high power is selected Choose low power to conserve battery power choose high power for longer distance communications Push and hold PTT to transmit then speak into the microphone The TRANSMIT RECEIVE indicator lights red while transmitting Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission 6 Release PTT to receive IMPORTANT To maximize the readability of your trans Y mitted signal pause a few sec after pushing PTT hold Z the microphone 5 to 10 cm from your mouth and speak Z into the microphone at a normal voice level QQ ZZ NOTE The transceiver has a power save function to con ZZ serve the battery power The power save function activates 2 automatically when no signal is received for 5 sec ZZ To prevent accidental prolonged transmission etc the IC 2 M9OE has a time out timer function This timer cuts 2 transmission OFF after 5 min of continuous transmission SSS 5 Push to transmit 6 Release to receive ES s Speaker A LA Microphone 2 Set the squelch level 200 Q Set the squelch level Set channel Call channel programming The call channel key is used to select the default channel however you can program your most often used channel in each channel group for quick recall 1 Push DIAL for 1 sec several times m to select the desired
7. oes 2 10 2 91 8 5 peuinbeJ eouejsisse pue SseJjsip eui JO mu uonisod 1y GA1VOO1 JO uoneo JO UBIS INO Jeuueuo 55 JO eureu SI SIHL y 199 88 0 205 091 Usnd 8 spouueuo 01 jouueuo jeg AVCAVIN L 1772 55341518 91 I3NNVHO 5 _ 35720 NI NI e 3O6IN 2I 3 9 jeuueuo 9 91 OL 8 s6d 22735 T3NNVHO 3u3H LNO gt Complete 2 Fold QUICK REFERENCE 1 Important operating instructions are summed up on this and the following page sized operating guide which can easily be carried in a card case or wallet By cutting along the line and folding on the dotted line it will become a card _ 7 25 D Cut SET MODE pgs 16 21 E DUALWATCH TRI WATCH p 14 CD While pushing SQL MONI turn power ON Push SQL MONI Refer to pgs 16 21 for set mode item again to select an item 3 Push A W to select the desired condition 4 Push 16 C to return to regular op erating mode D Select dual or tri watch in the SET mode p 18 2 Push
8. Enters call channel write mode when the call channel is selected and this key is pushed for 3 sec p 10 CHANNEL UP DOWN SWITCHES AY V Selects an operating channel pgs 7 9 Selects the SET mode condition of the item p 16 Selects the SET mode item when pushed with SQL MONI p 16 Checks tag channels or changes scanning direction dur ing scan p 13 D SQUELCH SWITCH SQL MONI Push this switch then adjust the squelch level with p 11 Manually opens the squelch for monitoring the channel while pushed and held p 10 While pushing this switch turn power ON to enter the SET mode p 16 Selects the SET mode item p 16 p PTT SWITCH PTT Push and hold to transmit release to receive Function display o SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR pgs 10 20 Shows the relative signal strength while receiving signals TRANSMIT POWER INDICATOR LOW appears when low power is selected MID appears when middle power is selected No indication appears when high power is selected TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR p 13 Appears when tag channel is selected SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR p 11 Shows the squelch level MONITOR INDICATOR p 10 Appears when the monitor function is activated Q BATTERY INDICATOR Indicates remaining battery power Indication 3 Charging required Battery level No battery blinks when th
9. level etc Push SQL MONI for 1 sec and keep holding to activate the monitor function 4 appears and audio is emitted 4 BASIC OPERATION E Adjusting the squelch level To adjust the IC M90E s squelch level use the A V keys as described below In order to receive signals properly as well as for the scan to function effectively the squelch must be ad justed to the proper level D Push SQL MONI then adjust the squelch level with SQL indicator starts blinking There are 11 squelch levels to choose from OP is completely open 10 is tight squelch 1 is loose squelch level 2 Push 501 again to return to normal condition When no switch is pushed for 5 sec the transceiver returns to normal condition Blinks during the squelch level adjutment Indicates the squelch level E Backlighting function This function is convenient for nighttime operation The back lighting brightness can be adjusted in the SET mode p 18 Push any key except PTT to turn the backlighting ON The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec of inactivity Voice scrambler operation 9 Activating the scrambler The voice scrambler provides private communications In order to receive or send scrambled transmissions you must activate the scrambler function first DSelect an operating channel except Channel 16 or 70 2 While pushing and holding SQL MONI push
10. off the squelch function tem porarily This switch action contains PUSH Pu or HOLD Ho settings as shown below PU PUSH After pushing SQL MONI for 1 sec the squelch opens and emits audio The squelch is held open while continuously pushing and holding SQL MONI de fault HO HOLD After pushing SQL MONI for 1 sec the squelch opens and emits audio even 501 is released To close the squelch push any switch Push setting default Hold setting sETMODE 8 Backlighting function bL This function is convenient for nighttime operation The back lighting brightness can be adjusted from OFF 1 dark 3 bright 3 default Select 1 3 to turn this function ON The automatic backlighting turns the backlighting ON when any key except for PTT is pushed The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec of inactivity Backlighting ON default Backlighting OFF LCD contrast selection LC The contrast of the LCD can be adjusted from 4 levels 1 bright 4 dark 3 default default 8 SETMODE Auto power save function PS The auto power save function reduces current drain by deac tivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals ON The power save function is turned ON The power save func tion will activate when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 5 sec OFF The power save function is turned OFF Power sa
11. readout during priority scan When a signal is received scan pauses until the signal disap pears or resumes after pausing 5 sec according to scan resume timer setting Channel 16 is still monitored during priority scan Push AJ W to check the scanning tag channels change the scanning direction or resume the scan manually 3 To stop the scan push SCAN DuAL SCAN disappears Pushing PTT 16 C or DIAL also stops the scan Example Starting a normal scan Push SQL TAG SQL c lt gt lt gt SCAN LILI 00 lt Scan starts NA SCAN Cy 7 N DUP Receiving a signal and audio is emitted Push TAG ssl Pid DUAL I D D Scan i SCAN to stop the scan 18 DUALWATCH TRI WATCH E Description Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving another channel tri watch monitors Channel 16 and the call channel while receiving another channel DUALWATCH TRI WATCH SIMULATION Call channel i6 nag 16 Dualwatch Tri watch If a signal is received on Channel 16 dualwatch tri watch pauses on Channel 16 until the signal disappears If a signal is received on the call channel during tri watch tri watch becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears To transmit on the selected channel during dualwatch tri watch push and
12. regular channel 2 To change the channel group push DIAL for 1 sec sev eral times gs appears when LAND channel group is selected 3 Push A W to select a channel DUP appears for duplex channels SQL za rani Push for 1 sec EO several times rm iif NOTE The default settings e g call channel program ming of the LAND channel group are same as the Interna tional and U S A channels Refer to the appropriate pages for details Rv LAND PMR CHANNEL OPERATION CTCSS and DTCS display When DTCS or CTCSS is set in the selected channel the sub channel readout displays as below SQL zr rais id R Appears when DTCS is set al Ut 14 Appears when CTCSS is set B VOX function The VOX function voice operated transmission starts trans mission without pushing PTT when you speak into the mi crophone then automatically returns to receive when you stop speaking hands free operation becomes possible Z NOTE An optional headset and headset adapter is re Z quired for the VOX operation Push and hold SQL MONI then push Hi Lo 0 to turn the VOX function ON OFF while connecting the optional headset and headset adapter to MIC SP connector VOX appears on the LCD while the VOX function turns ON The VOX gain and VOX delay can be set in the SET mode p 21 SET mode programming SET mode is used to change the condition of 16 t
13. 0 157 050 161 650 156 125 160 725 156 625 156 625 157 125 161 725 156 100 160 700 156 600 156 600 157 100 161 700 156 175 160 775 156 675 156 675 157 175 161 775 156 150 160 750 156 650 156 650 157 150 161 750 156 225 160 825 156 725 156 725 157 225 161 825 156 200 160 800 156 700 156 700 157 200 161 800 156 275 160 875 156 775 156 775 157 275 161 875 156 250 160 850 156 750 156 750 157 250 161 850 156 325 160 925 156 825 156 825 157 325 161 925 156 300 156 300 156 800 156 800 157 300 161 900 156 375 156 375 156 875 156 875 157 375 157 375 156 350 160 950 156 850 156 850 157 350 161 950 156 425 156 425 156 925 161 525 157 425 157 425 156 400 156 400 156 900 161 500 157 400 162 000 156 475 156 475 156 975 161 575 156 450 156 450 156 950 161 550 156 025 160 625 only 156 525 157 025 161 625 10 156 500 156 500 20 157 000 161 600 61 156 075 160 675 71 156 575 156 575 81 157 075 161 675 USA channels for U K version only Frequency MHz Frequency MHz Frequency MHz Frequency MHz Frequency MHz Frequency MHz esu ces iare dec AN Eee Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive 156 050 156 050 156 600
14. 90E completely then turn the screw clockwise NEVER remove or insert the battery pack when the trans ceiver is wet or soiled This may result water or dust get ting into the transceiver battery pack and may result in the transceiver being damaged WG NOTE When the lock screw does not easily feels tight check to ensure the battery pack is sufficiently inserted to the transceiver DO NOT bang or cause high impact to the battery pack as this may damage the battery pack or the transceiver WAAAY Screw position when removing battery Screw position when attaching battery NOTE When removing or attaching the battery pack use a coin or flat blade screwdriver to loosen or tighten the bot tom screw WY CAUTION When attaching or removing a battery pack make sure the rubber seal is set in the groove of the battery pack cor rectly If the seal is not neatly in the groove it may be dam aged when attaching the battery pack If the seal is damaged waterproofing is not guaranteed When attaching a battery pack make sure dust or else does not adhere to the rubber seal If dust or else is on the seal when attaching a battery pack the water resistant may be reduced WK Make sure both the rubber seal purple is set to the groove correctly and dust or else does not adhere to it Correct position Tt Rubber seal Groove Battery pack 4 position
15. Attachment D Screw the base clip to the back of the transceiver using the two screws supplied as shown below Supplied screws 59 3 Once the transceiver is locked in place it swivels as illus trated below B Detachment Turn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the arrow and pull out from the belt clip A CAUTION HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY WHEN HANGING OR DETACHING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP Otherwise the transceiver may not be attached to the belt clip or swivelled properly if the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the base clip is scratched or damaged 26 E HM 125 descriptions Alligator type clip To attach the speaker mic to your shirt or collar etc lt PTT switch Transmits during push Receives during release Microphone Speaker NEVER immerse the connector in water without connecting with the transceiver If the connector becomes wet be sure to dry BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver OTE The microphone is located at the top of the peaker microphone as shown in the diagram above To aximize the readability of your transmitted signal voice old the microphone approx 2 5 cm from your mouth and peak in a normal voice level 2 2 1 1 OPTIONAL SPEAKER MICROPHONE B Attachment Insert the speaker mic connector onto the MIC SP connec tor and carefully screw it tight as sho
16. Push Hi Lo for 1 sec to cancel the function Recharge the battery pack Verify the battery voltage is correct The displayed channel cannot be changed Lock function is activated Push Hi Lo 0 for 1 sec to cancel the function Scan does not start No beeps TAG channels are not programmed Beep tones are turned OFF Set the desired channels as TAG channels Set the beep tones to ON Fix Beep User Beep in the SET mode Self check error Temperature e The temperature is outside of 35 C to 73 approx Leave the transceiver at room temperature for a while Turn the power ON to check if the internal temperature has returned to normal Self check error Battery voltage The connected battery pack s voltage is more than 11 V Verify the battery voltage is correct Transmitting continu ously while not speak ing when using VOX function Ambient noise is too loud Remove the headset cable Set the VOX gain to dulling ERE 1 3 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST International channels Frequency MHz Frequency MHz Frequency MHz Frequency MHz Frequency MHz Frequency MHz quency MHz CH quency MHz CH quency MHz CH quency MHz CH quency MHz CH quency MHz Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive 156 050 160 650 156 550 156 55
17. SCAN DUAL SCRM appears 3 To turn the scrambler function OFF repeat step 2 e SCRM disappears Appears when the voice scrambler function is in use Programming scramble codes 32 scrambler codes 1 to 32 are available for voice scrambler operation Set the code in the SET mode In order to under stand each other all transceivers in your group must have the same scrambler code See p 20 for Scrambler code setting details Scan types Scanning is an efficient way to quickly locate signals over a wide frequency range The transceiver has a priority scan set ting and normal scan setting In addition the Auto scan function is available for scanning This function can be activated simultaneously depending on the settings on the SET mode p 17 SCAN OPERATION 5 EREXIT Set the tag channels scanned channel before scanning Clear those tag channels which are not needed or inconve niently stop scanning such as digital communications EN ZZ Choose priority or normal scan on the SET mode p 17 PRIORITY SCAN Priority scan searches through all tag channels in sequence while monitoring Channel 16 When a signal is detected on Channel 16 scan pauses until the signal disappears when a signal is detected on a channel other than Channel 16 scan becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears NORMAL SCAN Normal scan like priority scan searches throu
18. a and or other countries TABLE OF CONTENTS IN CASE OF EMERGENCY seen eene rennes i RECOMMENDATION 1 FOREWORD li IMPORTANT sesseeseeeeeeeeeeneenee nennen nnne nente nennen nre ii EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS 222 ii 5 ii PRECAUTION eene enne rennen nnne iii TABLE OF 2 iv 1 OPERATING RULES 1 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2 3 W Supplied accessories W Attachments 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION A W Front top and side 4 W Function display eeeeen 5 4 BASIC OPERATION erre nnne nnn nnne W Channel selection eeeeeeenenen W Receiving and transmitting W Call channel programming M Lock rere inne e re ee tee W Signal strength indicator W Monitor function W Adjusting the squelch level s W Backlighting function eene 11 Voice scrambler operation 11 5 SCAN OPERATION Scan types W Setting tag channels 5 Starting a SCan ien nee rennen tenere 6 DUALWATCH TRI WATCH 14 W Description W Operation 7 LAND PMR
19. arging MQ Channel 16 Channel 16 Distress channel is used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communica tions Channel 16 is automatically monitored during both dualwatch and tri watch While standing by you must monitor Channel 16 D Push 16 to select Channel 16 Push DIAL to return to the condition before selecting Channel 16 or push A W to select the operating channel C TAG SQL sss Push 9 Call channel Each regular channel group has separate call channels In addition the call channel is monitored during tri watch The call channels can be re programmed p 10 and may be used to store your most often used channel in each channel group for quick recall D Push 16 C for 1 sec to select the call channel CALL and the call channel number appear Call channel can be re programmed See the Call channel programming on p 10 for details 2 Push DIAL to return to the condition before selecting the call channel or push AT W to select the operating chan nel C TAG SQL rais 4 7 CALL for 1 sec rf NOTE Channel 16 is default setting Depending on version International U S A and 2 channels The IC M90E has 57 International 59 U S A and 57 ATIS channels You must select the proper channels for the operating area 3International channe
20. beeps sound at the push of a key When ON is selected a fixed beep Pi sounds and when US is selected the preset beeps e g do re mi sound Beep tone synchronizes with the volume level The beeps sound during call channel programming even if this func tion is turned OFF Beep tone ON default Beep tone OFF 9 Priority scan function Pr The transceiver has 2 scan types normal OFF and priority ON scans Normal scan searches all tag channels in the se lected channel group Priority scan searches all tag channels in sequence while monitoring Channel 16 Normal scan default Priority scan Scan resume timer St The scan resume timer can be set as a pause OFF or timer scan ON When OFF is selected the scan pauses until a received signal disappears When ON is selected the scan pauses for 5 sec after receiving a signal and then resumes even if the signal has been received Push v Scan resume timer ON Scan resume timer OFF default Auto scan function AS The Auto scan function starts the desired scan automatically when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 30 sec Auto scan ON Auto scan OFF default Dual Tri watch function dt This item selects dual or tri watch as desired See p 14 for details Dualwatch function default Tri watch function Monitor switch action Sq The monitor switch action cuts
21. channel group INT USA ATIS to be pro I grammed 1U K version only German version only Push 16 for 1 sec to select the call channel CALL and the call channel number Push 16 again for 3 sec until a Lat long beep changes to 2 short beeps to enter call channel programming condition Call channel number to be programmed flashes 4 Push AT W to select the desired x y channel 717 Push 16 C to program the dis ECT ELI played channel as the call channel 3 The call channel number stop L LN flashing BASIC OPERATION 4 B Lock function This function electronically locks all keys except for PTT SQL MONI and Hi Lo 0 to prevent accidental channel changes and function access Push Hi Lo for 1 sec to turn the lock function ON and OFF SQL rani o ry pup Appears while the lock 5 function is used Signal strength indicator The received signal strength level is indicated by number of bars as below This indicator can be hidden by using the SET mode p 20 if desired Indication Yu Y Middle No signal or very weak B Signal strength B Monitor function The monitor function releases the noise squelch mute manu ally This function is convenient when receiving a weak sig nal or when adjusting the volume
22. e battery is over charged blinks when the battery is exhaustion Q SCAN INDICATOR p 13 SCAN blinks during scan Q VOX INDICATOR p 15 VOX appears when the VOX function is used O DUALWATCH TRI WATCH INDICATORS p 14 DUAL blinks during dualwatch TRI blinks during tri watch SCRAMBLER INDICATOR Appears when the optional voice scrambler is activated pgs 11 20 DUPLEX INDICATOR Appears when a duplex channel is selected PANELDESCRIPTION 3 SUB CHANNEL READOUT Indicates Channel 16 during priority scan or dualwatch p 14 Indicates the SET mode items while in the SET mode p 16 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT Indicates the selected operating channel number In SET mode indicates the selected condition LOCK INDICATOR Appears when the lock function is activated CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR Appears when the call channel is selected CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR 1 appears when International fU appears when U S A U K version only aay appears when LAND PMR channel group is selected ATIS appears when the chan nel group in which ATIS function is activated German ver sion only NEM 4 BASIC OPERATION B Channel selection ZZ IMPORTANT Prior to using the transceiver for the first Z time the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum 2 life and operation To avoid damage to the battery pack or ZZ charger turn the power OFF while ch
23. gh all tag channels in sequence However unlike priority scan Chan nel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a tag channel 12 D SCAN OPERATION ll Setting tag channels For more efficient scanning add desired channels as tag channels or clear the tag for unwanted channels Non tag channels will be skipped during scanning Tag chan nels can be assigned to each channel group INT USA ATIS independently D Select the desired channel group INT USA ATIS by pushing DIAL for 1 sec if desired 1U K version only German version only 2 Select the desired channel to set as a tag channel 3 Push both A and W for 1 sec to set the displayed chan nel as a tag channel TAG appears in the function display 4 To cancel the tag channel setting push both A and V for 1 sec TAG disappears V Clearing all tag channels in the selected channel group While pushing and holding both A and W turn power ON to clear all tag channels in the channel group Starting a scan Set the priority scan function scan resume timer and auto scan function in advance using the SET mode p 17 D Select the desired channel group INT USA ATIS 2 by pushing DIAL for 1 sec if desired version only German version only 2 Push 5 to start priority or normal scan SCAN blinks in the function display 16 appears on the sub channel
24. h as a desk or cabin etc if desired 2 Connect the AC adapter as shown below 3 Insert the battery pack with without the transceiver into the charger The charge indicator lights green 4 Charge the battery pack approx 12 hours depending on the remaining power condition 2 DO NOT charge 225 more than 18 hours Other wise BP 225 will be damaged BP 225 must be 2 charged for 12 18 hours only Turn power OFF BP 225 Charge indicator Lights green when the BP 225 with without IC M90E is inserted Optional battery case When using a battery case attached to the transceiver install 6 x AA LR6 size Alkaline batteries as illustrated below D Remove the battery case from the transceiver 2 Install 6 x AA LR6 size Alkaline batteries Be sure to observe the correct polarity CAUTION When installing batteries make sure they are all the same brand type and capacity Also do not mix new and old batteries together Keep battery contacts clean It s a good idea to clean bat tery terminals once a week Optional battery chargers AD 109 installation D Connect the 10 pins connector of the charger to the AD 109 desktop charger adapter s plug 22 NOTE The 3 pins connector is not used Desktop charger adapter L 10 pins connector BATTERY CHARGING 9 2 Install the adapter into the charger in the direction of the arrow then screw supplied 2 scre
25. hold PTT Operation D Select the desired operating channel 2 Push SCAN DUAL for 1 sec to start dualwatch or tri watch depending on the SET mode setting DUAL blinks during dualwatch TRI blinks during tri watch Abeep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16 Tri watch becomes dualwatch when receiving a signal on the call channel 3 To cancel dualwatch tri watch push SCAN DUAL again Example Operating tri watch on INT channel 07 DUAL Tri watch starts D fo Push SCAN 12 INS Uu for 1 sec so _ Signal is received ma e n th channel PULL c the call channe CALL 14 i Sokar 0 Signal is received ri 1 on Channel 16 w gt r takes priority Tri watch resumes ra V after the signal vue disappears 6mm 14 LAND PMR channel group A max of 100 PMR channels allocated 146 000 to 174 000 MHz can be programmed into the LAND channel group for simple communication with PMR transceivers in the VHF band Moreover any of the marine channels the USA INT and ATIS channel groups can be programmed The default setting of the LAND channel group is the same as that of the INT channel group Ask your local Icom dealer for the LAND channel group setting and PMR frequency pro gramming details U K version only German version only Push DIAL to select a
26. ied AC adapter for the BC 158 NEVER use another manufacture s adapters Turn the transceiver OFF when charging an attached bat tery pack Otherwise the battery pack may not become full charging or may not charge properly BATTERY CHARGING 9 EZ Battery cautions CAUTION NEVER insert battery pack transceiver with the battery pack attached with wet or soiled into the charger This may result in corrosion of the charger terminals or damage to the charger The charger is not waterproof and water can easily get into it NEVER incinerate used battery packs Internal battery gas may cause an explosion NEVER immerse battery pack in water If the battery pack becomes wet be sure to wipe it dry immediately particularly the battery terminals BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver NEVER short terminals of the battery pack Also current may flow into nearby metal objects such as a necklace etc Those may cause burn electric shock or fire Therefore be careful when carrying in a pocket backpack or handbag and when placing the radio near metal objects If your 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 still do not retain a charge or very little new battery pack must be replaced O BATTERY CHARGING Charging connections D Attach the BC 158 to a flat surface suc
27. ivity Marine PMR Audio output power Marine PMR Hum and noise Marine PMR 70 dB 70 dB Wide 60 dB Narrow 70 dB 70 dB Wide 60 dB Narrow 0 25 uW less than 2 GHz 1 0 pW more than 2 GHz 10 96 at 60 deviation 40 dB 40 dB Wide 34 dB Narrow 60 100 of max deviation Double conversion superheterodyne 1st 31 05 MHz 2nd 450 kHz 2 dBu EMF typical 4 dBu EMF typical 6 dBu EMF typical at threshold 68 dB 65 dB 70 dB 0 2 W at 10 distortion with an 8 Q load 0 35 W at 10 distortion with an 8 Q load 40 dB 40 dB Wide 34 dB Narrow stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation ERE 15 OPTIONS BATTERY CASE AND PACK BP 225 Ni Cd BATTERY PACK 7 2 V 1100 mAh Ni Cd battery pack BP 224 Ni Cd BATTERY PACK 7 2 V 750 mAh Ni Cd battery pack BP 223 BATTERY CASE Battery case for 6 x AA LR6 Alkaline cells CHARGERS BC 119N DESKTOP CHARGER AD 109 CHARGER ADAPTER BC 145E AC ADAPTER For rapid charging of battery packs An AC adapter is supplied with the charger depending on versions Charging time approx 2 2 to 2 8 hours BP 225 e BC 121N MuLTI CHARGER AD 109 CHARGER ADAPTER 6 pcs BC 124 AC ADAPTER For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs six AD 109 s are re quired simultaneously An AC adapter should be purchased sepa rately Charging
28. l numbers are depended on versions D Push DIAL to select the regular channel Push A V to select a channel DUP appears for duplex channels 3 To change the channel group push DIAL for 1 sec e International U S A and ATIS channels can be selected in sequence Depending on the setting LAND PMR channel can be selected See the LAND PMR CHANNEL OPERATION on p 15 for details SQL sas Push for 1 sec L Lf Push for 1 sec ou 23 International N A channels NV SQL sss gt gt U S A channels ATIS channels 1U K version only 2German version only BASIC OPERATION 4 8 4 BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting CAUTION Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver D Rotate VOL clockwise to turn power ON 2 Set the volume and squelch level Push SQL MONI and push V to open the squelch Push SQL MONI to stop SQL indicator blinking then rotate VOL to set the volume level Push SQL MONI and push 4 to set the squelch level Push AT W to select the desired channel When receiving a signal the TRANSMIT RECEIVE indicator lights green while audio is emitted from the speaker Further adjustment of VOL may be necessary at this point 4 Push Hi Lo to select the output power if necessary LOW
29. ons for the IC M90E EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION A Personal injury fire hazard or electric shock WARNING may occur CAUTION Equipment damage may occur If disregarded inconvenience only No risk NOTE ge of personal injury fire or electric shock gt gt gt gt Waterproof construction Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environ ment the IC M90E meets IPX7 waterproof specification while using BP 223 option BP 224 option or BP 225 In addition to the speaker grill adopts a new structure which drains water or seawater easily Dualwatch and tri watch functions Convenient functions which allow you to monitor the dis tress channel Ch 16 while receiving one other channel of your choice dualwatch or while receiving one other channel of your choice and the call channel tri watch See p 14 for details Large easy to read LCD With dimensions of 19 H x 35 W mm the IC M90E s func tion display is easy to read and shows operating conditions at a glance Backlighting and contrast can be adjusted to suit your preferences Simple operation 6 large buttons on the front panel provide user friendly op eration The independent volume and channel buttons are located on the front panel for convenient one handed op eration PRECAUTION Z WARNING NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock
30. orities and keep an up to date copy handy Safety and distress calls take priority over all others You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law 9 Privacy Information overheard but not intended for you cannot law fully be used in any way Indecent or profane language is prohibited Radio licenses 1 SHIP STATION LICENSE When your craft is equipped with a VHF FM transceiver you must have a current radio station license before using the transceiver It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not licensed Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government agency for a Ship Radiotelephone license This license in cludes the call sign which is your craft s identification for radio purposes OPERATING RULES 2 OPERATOR S LICENSE A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio is not required for safety purposes The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be posted near the transceiver or be kept with the operator Only a licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver However non licensed individuals may talk over a transceiver if a licensed operator starts supervises ends the call and makes the necessary log entries A current copy of the applicable government rules and regu lations is only required to be on hand for ve
31. pesci Battery pack E Front top and side panels Tall 7 77 2 4 PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 EET VOLUME CONTROL VOL 2 Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level ES MICROPHONE CONNECTOR MIC SP Connects the optional external microphone 77 NOTE Attach the MIC SP cap when the optional 2 speaker microphone is not used ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna TRANSMIT RECEIVE INDICATOR Lights green while receiving a signal or when the squelch is open lights red while transmitting lights orange while the VOX function is used DIAL CHANNEL GROUP KEY DIAL Selects one of 3 regular channels in sequence when pushed for 1 sec pgs 8 15 U S A or ATIS 5 International and LAND PMR channels are available U K version only German version only Push to return to the condition before selecting the chan nel when the priority channel or the call channel is se lected SCAN KEY SCAN DUAL Starts and stops normal or priority scan when pushed pgs 12 13 Enters watch mode when pushed for 1 sec p 14 5 PANEL DESCRIPTION TRANSMIT POWER LOCK KEY Hi Lo tO Selects high middle or low power when pushed p 9 Toggles the lock function ON OFF when pushed for 1 sec p 10 CHANNEL 16 KEY 16 C Selects Channel 16 when pushed p 7 Selects call channel when pushed for 1 sec p 7
32. ransceiver functions beep tone function priority scan function scan re sume timer auto scan function dual tri watch function moni tor switch action backlighting function LCD contrast selec tion auto power save function self check function battery voltage indicator signal strength indicator squelch sensitiv ity scrambler code VOX gain and VOX delay 8 SET MODE SET mode operation D Turn power OFF 2 While pushing SQL MONI turn power ON to enter the SET mode bp Beep tone function setting appears 3 Push SQL MONI SQL MONI and A W to select the desired item if necessary Push AT W to select the desired condition of the item 5 Push 16 C to exit the SET mode VOX gain VOX delay Beep tone 1 y Scrambler code 1 Starting item Signal strength indicator Battery voltage Self check SET MODE ITEMS The displays show the default settings and the selected item is displayed in the dotted circle son or 4 7 Y cA Squelch sensitivity CHANNEL Push and v ru ES sty Scan resume timer a Priority scan Auto scan SCAN SCAN m TAG E 16 8 SETMODE SET mode items Beep tone function bP You can select silent operation by turning the beep tones OFF or you can have 2 types of confirmation
33. rox at 7 2 V DC Frequency stability Operating temperature range Marine PMR Antenna impedance Dimensions Projections not included Weight with BP 225 TRANSMITTER Output power at 7 2 V DC Modulation system Microphone impedance Max frequency deviation Marine PMR 156 000 161 450 MHz 156 000 163 425 MHz 146 000 174 000 MHz 16KOG3E Wide 16KOF3E Wide 8K50F3E Narrow Germany version is 14 0 100 channels Battery packs BP 223 BP 224 or BP 225 only TX 5 1 6A TX Mid 12 TXLow 1W 07 Low 05 0 6A RX Max audio 200 1 5 kHz 25 C to 55 C 15 C to 55 C 25 C to 55 C 500 65 W x 145 H x 44 D mm Approx 410 g 5 W Hi 3 W Middle and 1 W Low 1 W Hi 0 5 W Low for Germany version marine operation Variable reactance frequency modulation 2 5 kHz Wide 5 kHz Wide 2 5 kHz Narrow Germany ver is 4 kHz SPECIFICATIONS 14 NN Adjacent channel power Marine PMR Spurious emissions Audio harmonics distortion Residual modulation Marine PMR Limiting charact of modulation RECEIVER Receive system Intermediate frequency Sensitivity at 20 dB SINAD Marine PMR Squelch sensitivity Intermodulation rejection ratio Marine PMR Spurious response rejection ratio Adjacent channel select
34. saka 547 0003 Japan Declare on our sole responsability that this equipment complies the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC and that any applicable Essential Test Suite measurements have been performed VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER IC M9OE Kind of equipment Type designation DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY C 05600 D sseldorf 29th Oct 2004 Place and date of issue Icom Europe GmbH Himmelgeister stra e 100 D 40225 D sseldorf PMR 146 174 MHz 12 5 kHz 20 kHz 25 kHz Version where applicable This compliances is based on conformity with the following harmonised standards specifications or documents i EN 301 178 2 V1 1 1 2000 8 ii EN 60945 1997 ii EN 60950 August 1992 A11 1997 iv EN 300 698 2 V1 1 1 2000 8 v EN 301 489 1 V1 3 1 2001 9 Authorized representative name H Ikegami General Manager vi EN 301 489 5 2000 8 vii EN 300 086 2 2001 3 Signature Icom Inc Count on us Intended Country of Use gt OGER LIFRA OESP LISWE LlAUT LINED ODEN LIGBR OITA OFIN ORL OGRE OSUI LINOR A 6389H 1EU Printed in Japan Icom Inc 2004 Icom Inc 1 1 32 Kamiminami Hirano ku Osaka 547 0003 Japan
35. ssels in which a radio telephone is compulsory However even if you are not required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regulations SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2 E Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied ciety Slay RR RI eet ade ee e Belt clip 103 e Ni Cd battery pack BP 225 e Battery charger BC 158 Screws for the BC 158 M3 5 x 20 e AC adapter BC 147E e Flexible antenna FA S59V Not supplied with some version B Attachments o Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible an tenna to the antenna connector 7 CAUTION Transmitting with 1 out an antenna may damage ZZ the transceiver 2 NEVER HOLD by the antenna when carrying the transceiver S S R o Handstrap Pass the handstrap through the loop on the top of the transceiver as illustrated at right Facilitates carrying 9 Belt clip Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below Supplied screws 2 wo 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS Battery pack To remove the battery pack Turn the screw counterclockwise then pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below To attach the battery pack Insert the battery pack in the IC M
36. time approx 2 2 to 2 8 hours BP 225 BC 158 DESKTOP CHARGER BC 147E AC ADAPTER Used for regular charging of battery pack The same as supplied with the transceiver Charging time approx 12 hours BP 225 o BELT CLIPS MB 103 BELT CLIP The same as supplied with the transceiver e 86 swiIvEL BELT CLIP Belt clip for swivel type MB 96F 96N BELT HANGER w MB 96F Attaches with the supplied belt clip Not swivel type IVIB 96N Belt hanger for swivel type o DC CABLES CP 17L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE Charges the battery pack through a 12 V cigarette lighter socket For BC 119N OPC 515L OPC 656 pc POWER CABLES Charges the battery pack using 13 8 V power source instead of the AC adapter OPC 515L For BC 119N OPC 656 For BC 121N OTHER OPTIONS e HM 125 SPEAKER MICROPHONE Full sized waterproof IPX7 1m 30 min speaker microphone In cludes an alligator clip to attach the speaker mic to your shirt collar etc HS 94 HS 95 HS 97 HEADSET OPC 1392 HEADSET ADAPTER HS 94 Ear piece type HS 95 Neck arm type HS 97 Throat microphone Different versions of this radio use different options Ask your authorized dealer for details au eyeyoe 1u61uu U9IUM uoneuuojul J9ujo eu se jeuueuo peaked sip eu 2 91 usna v yjouueyo eu 129jes usnd 99S JO sdeeq joys z 0 sebueuo daaq
37. uelch is not easily affected by noise Squelch sensitivity OFF default Squelch sensitivity ON Scrambler code cd There are 32 codes 1 to 32 available for programming In order to understand each other all transceivers in your group must share the same scrambler code Scrambler code 32 Scrambler code 1 default 8 SETMODE Function VOX gain ga Adjusts the VOX gain from 1 to 6 to level when speaking with the optional headset Setting the VOX gain to 1 increases the sensitivity Setting the VOX gain to 6 reduces the sensitivity VOX gain 3 default VOX gain 6 VOX delay dL Sets the VOX delay timer 0 5 to 3 0 sec in 0 5 sec steps that keeps on transmitting after you stop speaking Setting the VOX delay to 0 5 0 5 sec is a short VOX delay Setting the VOX delay to 3 0 3 0 sec is a long VOX delay VOX delay default setting VOX delay 1 0 default VOX delay 3 o SET MODE LIST Indication Switch 0 5 1 0 1 5 2 0 2 5 3 0 Battery charging Prior to using the transceiver for the first time the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation 1 CAUTION avoid damage to the transceiver turn the power OFF while charging Recommended temperature range for charging 10 to 40 C Use the specified chargers BC 158 BC 119N and BC 121N NEVER use another manufacture s charger Use the suppl
38. ve ON default Power save OFF Self check function SC The self check function checks the transceiver conditions by itself and informs you in case a problem is found Self check automatically and quickly runs through its diagnostic steps each time the radio is turned ON Afterwards the radio switches to normal operation mode e Temperature Outside of 35 C to 73 approx Connected battery voltage Self check OFF default Self check ON When error messages as shown below are displayed see troubleshooting for advice p 28 9 Battery voltage indicator bt This function controls display or non display settings of the connected battery pack s voltage when the power is ON The voltage of the connected battery pack is displayed for 2 sec after power is turned ON Battery voltage indication OFF default Battery voltage indication ON 9 Signal strength indicator SI The signal strength indicator displays received signal strength as S meter This function is convenient to check the signal strength visually The strength is displayed at 4 steps The antenna mark and 3 bars appear when receiving strong signals The antenna mark only appears when receiving no signal Signal strength indication OFF default Signal strength indication ON sETMODE 8 Squelch sensitivity function SS When this function is turned ON blocking against noise is im proved Therefore the sq
39. wn in the diagram below Be careful not to cross thread the connection Set the triangle mark to the front side Detaching Pull up the cap in the direction of the arrow to detach it Attaching Attach the cap in the direction of the arrow completely CAUTION Attach the speaker microphone s connector securely to prevent accidental dropping or water intrusion in the connector IMPORTANT KEEP the transceiver s MIC SP connector cap attached when the speaker microphone is not in use Water will not get into the transceiver even if the cover is not attached however the terminals pins will become rusty or the transceiver will function abnormally if the con nector has become wet RQ W PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING 1 2 POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The transceiver does not turn ON The battery is exhausted Bad connection to the battery pack Recharge the battery pack Check the connection to the transceiver No sound from the speaker Squelch level is too deep Volume level is too low Speaker has been exposed to water Water has entered to MIC SP connector Set squelch to the threshold point Rotate VOL to set a suitable level Drain water from the speaker Dry MIC SP connector Transmitting is impos sible or high power can not be selected Lock function is activated The battery is exhausted The battery is over charged
40. ws to fix the charger adapter with the charger Z4 NOTE BE CAREFUL not to catch the unused 3 pins plug between the charger and the charger adapter WY Supplied screws O BATTERY CHARGING Rapid charging with the BC 119N AD 109 The optional BC 119N provides rapid charging of battery packs The following are additionally required AD 109 charger adapter An AC adapter BC 145E or the DC power cable OPC 515L CP 17L Not supplied with some version Turn power OFF BP 225 AD 109 charger adapter is installed OQ eX Optional OPC 515L for 13 8 V power source or CP 17L for 12 V cigarette lighter socket can be used instead of the AC adapter AC adapter Not supplied with some versions Rapid charging with the BC 121N AD 109 The optional BC 121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously The following are additionally re quired Six AD 109 charger adapters An AC adapter BC 124 or the DC power cable OPC 656 Turn power OFF AC adapter A Purchase separately AD 109 charger adapters are installed in each slot DC power cable OPC 656 Connect with the DC power supply 13 8 V at least 7 A OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP 1 0 VEZ B MB 86 contents Qty Belt clip 2 Ele bmi pen E Ie 1 Base ea us 1 ieri dete oae etae oce etae erre dae cis 2 E
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