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ID-31A ID-31E

1. After pushing V MHz in the VFO mode DIAL changes the frequency in 1 MHz or 10 MHz steps E Operating mode selection Operating modes are determined by the modulation of the radio signals The transceiver has a total of three operating modes FM FM N and DV e Push FM DV one or more times to select a desired operating mode 12 00 430 000 FE ES FAE FM mode selected 12 00 430 000 FSEIF eoo FM N mode selected UC 433 000 mat T DV mode selected BASIC OPERATION 5 ll Receiving Make sure a charged BP 271 or BP 272 battery pack or a BP 273 battery case with brand new alkaline batteries is at tached pp 1 14 D Hold down for 1 second to turn ON the power 2 Rotate VOL to adjust to a desired audio level p 19 e The frequency display shows the volume level while adjusting 3 Set the receiving frequency p 23 4 Set the squelch level p 20 While holding down SQL rotate DIAL one click to display the squelch level L EVEL1 is loose squelch for weak signals and LEVEL9 is tight squelch for strong signals e AUTO indicates automatic level adjustment by a noise pulse counting system e Hold down SQL to manually open the squelch 5 When a signal is received e Squelch opens and audio is output e TX RX indicator lights green e The S RF meter shows the relative signal strength level AU 4 Set squelch level AAN O Set frequency 2 Adjust au
2. Speaker D pad p 8 EXTERNAL SPEAKER MICROPHONE JACK SP MIC Connect a cloning cable optional speaker microphone or headset if desired See page 54 for a list of available options 7 Be sure to turn power OFF before connecting or discon Z necting optional equipment to or from the SP MIC 7 jack p VOLUME CONTROL VOL Rotate to adjust the audio volume level p 19 CONTROL DIAL DIAL Rotate to select the operating frequency p 23 we While in the Memory mode rotate to select a memory channel p 21 e While scanning rotate to change the scanning direc tion p 27 we Hold down SQL and rotate to select the squelch level p 20 While in the DR mode or with the Menu screen or Quick Menu screen open rotate to select a desired op tion or value pp 22 32 o D PAD RX gt CS ENTER KEY ENT While in the DR mode or with the Menu screen or Quick Menu screen open push to open or set the selected item or option p 32 RX CS RX CALL SIGN SET UP KEY RX gt CS Hold down for 1 second to set the received call signs station and repeaters to operating call sign e While holding down this key rotate DIAL select a Received Call Sign record While in the DR mode or with the Menu screen or Quick Menu screen open push to move the value or option selector bar up p 32 DR D STAR REPEATER DOWN KEY DR Hold down 1 second to enter the DR mode p 22 While
3. 1 5 or OFF DESCRIPTIONS Stores and selects Your own call signs Stores and selects TX Messages DV Set In this item set infrequently changed values or functions in the DV mode RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS Tone Control Cut Normal or Boost Sets the DV mode received audio bass filter level to Cut Normal or Boost RX Treble Cut Normal or Boost Sets the DV mode received audio treble filter level to Cut Normal or Boost RX Bass Boost OFF or ON Turns the DV mode received audio Bass Boost function ON or OFF Cut Normal or Boost Sets the DV mode transmit audio bass filter level to Cut Normal or Boost TX Treble Cut Normal or Boost Sets the DV mode transmit audio treble filter level to Cut Normal or Boost t Continued on the next page 41 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings Continued 7 NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version DV Set Continued In this item set infrequently changed values or functions in the DV mode RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS Auto Reply OFF ON or Voice Selects the Automatic Reply function ON OFF or Voice DV Data TX PTT or Auto Selects manually or automatically to transmit low speed data Digital Monitor Auto Digital or Analog Selects the DV mode RX monitoring when SQL is held down Digital Repeater
4. 439 700 KIF pas DIJF TS GPS Information nr sn aua al GF TONE TIALE TSQL TONE appears 23500 FEEIF D BASIC OPERATION E Band Scope function The Band Scope function allows you to visually check a spec ified frequency range around the center frequency 7 The receive audio during sweeping can be muted in f SOUNDS menu See page 48 for details 434 340 0 o en Strong level tit Weak level _ lt The signal on the 1 434 390 MHz Band Scope display Sweep marker About the sweep steps The specified tuning step in VFO mode or programmed tuning step in memory mode is used during sweep If the tuning step is set to wide the present signal may not be displayed may be skipped even that is strong signal Thus we recommend to set the tuning step to the 20 kHz or less to use the Band Scope function See page 23 for the Tuning step selection details TT Sweep operation D Push to open the Quick Menu screen Q Push D pad t to select Band Scope and then push D pad Ent D pad Ent E Ds 41 1 Gea 3 Push D pad 1 to select the Single Sweep or Continuous Sweep op tion 4 Push D pad Ent to return to the fre quency display and start sweeping e Single Sweep check the specified fre quency range at once e Continuous Sweep continuously checks the specified frequency range e Push D pad Ent to stop sweeping and pu
5. PARTIAL L RES ET a14 430 AH ODD RESETTING All reset D Hold down for 1 second to turn OFF power 2 While holding down V MHz Mua M CALL and D pad Ent then hold down for 1 second to turn ON power to reset the CPU e ALL RESET appears when resetting the CPU ID 31E _ ALL RESET HTA 430 200 Gr a H OQ TROUBLESHOOTING If 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 The battery is exhausted e Charge the battery pack or replace the batteries ON The battery polarity is reversed e Check the battery polarity Loose connection of a battery pack case e Clean battery terminals No sound comes from the e Volume level is too low e Rotate VOL to adjust to a desired level speaker e An external speaker or a cloning cable is con e Check the external speaker connection or remove nected to the SP jack the cloning cable Transmitting is impossible A frequency outside of the 430 MHz amateur Set the frequency within 430 MHz amateur bands p 23 bands is set e The PTT Lock function is activated e Set the PTT Lock function to OFF in the FUNCTION p 44 Transmitting using the VOX e The VOX Level is set to OFF or too low e Set the VOX Level to a suitable level p 59 function is impossible e The MIC Gain is too low e Set the MIC
6. p 1 2 Lift the tab up 9 and slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow To attach To detach Pre Belt clip ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT 1 B Antenna Insert the antenna connector into the antenna base and tight en the antenna base Antenna 7 NEVER carry the transceiver by holding only the antenna UV For your information Third party antennas may increase transceiver perfor mance An optional AD 92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTER is available to connect an antenna that has a BNC connector SSN 4 EN 2 Co E About using a microSD card Usable microSD cards Z4 A microSD or microSDHC card is not supplied with the transceiver Please purchase a desired card to use Icom has checked compatibility with the following microSD and microSDHC cards shown in the table As of November 2011 Kind of the card Capacity microSDHC 16 GB 32 GB BE CAREFUL While reading or writing data from and to the card NEVER turn OFF the transceiver It will corrupt the data or damage the card Also be careful in the following cases e When using the transceiver with the BP 273 battery case and the batteries are near exhaustion e When using the transceiver with an external DC power source and the battery pack is not attached then the ex ternal power is turned OFF SN ABOUT USING A MICROSD CARD Contents that can be stored onto a card The transceive
7. 310 d Industrie Canada Son exploitation est autoris e sous r serve que l appareil ne cause pas de brouillage pr judiciable FEATURES O Built in GPS receiver O GPS Logger function allows you to check your route as you move O microSD card slot ready for several mem ory storage O Voice recorder to records your communi cation O Waterproof construction IPX7 Only when the BP 271 or BP 272 battery pack an tenna and jack cover are attached O DV mode Digital voice Low speed data communication operation ready Text message and call sign exchange Transmit position data O DR D STAR Repeater mode and repeater list allow you to easily operate using a D STAR repeater Spurious signals may be received in the DV mode near the following frequencies These are made in the internal circuit and does not indicate a transceiver malfunction 430 080 MHz 442 370 MHz EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION A DANGER Personal death serious injury or an ex plosion may occur A WARNING Personal injury fire hazard or electric shock may occur CAUTION Equipment damage may occur Recommended for optimum use No risk NOTE ae of personal injury fire or electric shock IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the ID 31A ID 31E FCC INFORMAT
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9. LIST vassere 61 CGS CALLSIGN 8 D DAN Wo J 6 bey e P A 6 po 7 DOWN KEY Laser 8 DEAD Le 8 DR D STAR REPEATER KEY sdececcccccassacescscanratceseace 8 DR D STAR Repeater mode 22 DUPLEX 9e M 9 E EMR BKICON M 9 Entering the MENU screen and operation 32 ENTER KEY M 8 INDEX EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS cesect esc issnnenccicncnattcirtensttecaccs i EXTERNAL DC IN JACK sese 6 External DC power operation seesueseesee 18 EXTERNAL SPEAKER MICROPHONE JACK 7 F FCC INFORMATION 2 een i FEATURES c i FM DV SCAN KEV ice ctectbenceceincntwadacetdaccneetdesadenseass 6 FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS i FRE Der i Format the microSD card cisco seen nere drasse 4 FREQUENCY READOUT cicecincccmavascncnesnneneetvneacanceess 10 Front top and side panels esueeeeeee 9 FDA y EE 9 G E i RUNTIME 53 GPOICON e 10 H 3 110 SU A NN RE 1 IMPORTANT ee i Important notes when using the GPS receiver V Inserting the microSD card eco ede estima sies messes 4 K Key Lock NO T T 26 L LC 178 CARRYING CASE onnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnr
10. OFF or ON Player Set Skip Time 3sec 5sec 10sec or 30sec Be sure to insert the microSD card into the transceiver before selecting these items DV Auto Reply X P E DESCRIPTIONS Starts recording the received signal audio The recorded audio is played or erased Selects to record the TX audio or not Selects whether or not the squelch status affects the RX voice signal recording Selects whether or not to automatically create a new file if transmission and reception or squelch status open and close is switched Turns the PTT Automatic Recording function ON or OFF Sets the Skip time to rewind or forward the recorded audio when you push the fast rewind or fast forward key during playback Hecords a voice audio to use the Auto Reply function in the DV mode MENU SCREEN OPERATION 6 7 NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version In this item set the GPS options RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS GPS Set GPS Select OFF Internal GPS Selects a GPS receiver that the trans External GPS or Manual ceiver receives its position data from Power Save Internal GPS OFF 1min 2min 4min 8min or Auto Selects the internal GPS receiver power 6 save function Manual Position pasesesseenesenemedenitnuiiennuem vb Manually enters your current
11. increases when continuing to hold down S MW for 1 second after programming Ld MOQ ming is finished afer BANK MMAME Fri 433 600 rik BANK MMAME Memory contents is displayed for a moment an Fn 12 00 433 600 FERIF i After programming is finished return to the VFO mode NOTE Push CLR to cancel the program and exit the Select Memory write mode before memory program D BASIC OPERATION E Repeater operation When using a repeater the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by the frequency offset p 33 This is called duplex operation It is convenient to program repeater information into memory channels p 28 Repeater 434 700 MHz 434 700 MHz Uplink transmitting freq lt Downlink receiving freq Station A 226 gt Station B D Set the receive frequency repeater output frequency 2 Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency in the Quick Menu DUP or DUP see next page for details e When the Auto Repeater function is in use only U S A and Korean versions this selection and step are not necessary p 44 DUP or DUP appears 12 00 438 700 IF SE DOO 3 If desired activate the subaudible tone encoder in the Quick Menu see next page for details TONE appears 23500 FS amp EIF eu 4 Hold down PTT to transmit e The displayed frequency automatically changes to t
12. options RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS OFF Auto Short Auto Middle or Auto Long Selects the Power Save options to re duce current drain and conserve battery SN power Push or Hold Selects the SQL monitor function method Dial Speed UP OFF or ON Turns the dial speed acceleration ON or OFF Auto Repeater OFF or ON DUP ON DUP TONE Turns the Auto Repeater function ON or OFF MIC Simple Mode Simple Normal 1 or Normal 2 Selects the Microphone simple mode op tions Key Lock Normal No SQL No VOL or ALL Selects the key lock type when the Key Lock function is turned ON PTT Lock OFF or ON Turns the PTT Lock function ON or OFF Busy Lockout OFF or ON Turns the Busy Lockout function ON or OFF Time Out Timer OFF 1min 3min 5min 10min 15min or 30min Selects the Time Out Timer time options t Continued on the next page 44 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings Continued Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version Function Continued In this item set other options RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS MIC Gain Internal Sets the internal microphone sensitivity to suit your preference MIC Gain External Sets the external microphone sensitivity to suit your preference Data Speed 4800bps or 9600bps Selects the data transmission speed
13. position GPS Indicator OFF or ON Turns the GPS indicator ON or OFF Position Format ddd mm mm or ddd mm ss Selects position format to display the po sition Altitude Distance Units m or ft ml Selects units to display the distance and elevation Speed Units km h mph or knots Selects units to display the speed Alarm Areai 0 05 0 08 0 15 0 25 Enters the GPS alarm active range Alarm Area2 Limited Extended or Both Selects the GPS alarm active range GPS Out OFF or ON Selects the GPS information from the in ternal GPS receiver that is output to the DATA jack t Continues on the next page 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings Continued Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version GPS Continued In this item set the GPS options RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS ERE AAEE AAA Displays the received GPS information L GPS Position ENN Displays your position or other station s positions o M M Displays memorized positions or turns the GPS alarm function ON or OFF GPS Logger GPS Logger OFF or ON Turns the GPS logger function ON or OFF to store your route as you move Record Interval H 1sec 5sec 10sec 30sec or 60sec Selects the GPS Logger function record interval GPS Logger Only gt gt ERE ERE NE AE EE
14. tem peratures may also degrade battery performance or shorten battery life e A 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 e DANGER NEVER incinerate a used battery pack since internal battery gas may cause it to rupture or may cause an explosion e A 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 e 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 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 e 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 e WARNING Immediately wash using clean water any part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the battery e 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 e CAUTION Always use
15. 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 e CAUTION Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is left fully charged completely discharged or in an exces sive temperature environment above 50 C 122 F for an extended period of time If the battery must be left unused for a long time it must be detached from the radio after dis charging You may use the battery until the battery indicator shows half capacity then keep it safely in a cool dry place at the following temperature range 20 C 4 F to 50 C 122 F within a month 20 C 4 F to 35 C 95 F within three months 20 C 4 F to 20 C 4 68 F within a year BATTERY CHARGING 4 Charging caution e 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 WARNING DO NOT charge or leave the battery in the bat tery charger beyond the specified time for charging If the battery is not completely charged by the specified time stop charging and remove the battery from the battery charger Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time limi
16. 57 LEFT EEV ereraa AEA EE EE 8 KOG GE OTT 5 M MEMORY CALL SELECT MEMORY WRITE KEY 6 MEMORY CHANNEL NUMBER eese 10 Memory channel programming esses 28 MEMORY ICON isesenextuvsdukzekvriuksden pito nator cete tiis 10 Memory mode se 21 MEMORY NAME DISPLAY esee 10 Menu items and default settings 33 Menu ITEM selection cocer eere ron DR e t n Et ERE nen 32 MENU LOCK KEY us iiasxsciebhi esempi kaninen 5 MENU SCREEN OPERATION Lals Seu d wt et ages 32 MICROPHONE JACK 5 unius o paa Men nun ta pene yx racer ns 7 microSD CARD SLOT aedi pad pute inda eR eor ie 6 ME NN 10 Mode selection ranrannnannvanavannvannnennnennnenanennnennne 21 uenire sib NE EE T 20 O OPERATING MODE ICONS esee 9 Operating mode selection susuuesesee 24 Operating note xssccssatssediexviosis ente sete Uu uPPdc rubo gne Deae Rs 18 Optional battery case ueoseeszsedecs vasi Sue heck pier rasan wx 15 Optional HM 75LS REMOTE CONTROL SPEAKER MICROPHONE 56 Optional unit connection sseseeseeeeeeeeeeeeee 58 PINS 54 OUTPUT POWER KEY pa jedecea 6 P PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 c vecsensedeusecedieboiecstedstbsceeecend 5 Partial reset Learn 50 POVWERICONS iiuiesiesptevddeUu pod relumac eitann iura dudis 10 POWERKEY ne 6 u c6 Jer 19 PREC
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18. C power the battery icon does not appear when turning power ON after charging is completed Battery condition The battery has sufficient capacity The battery is exhausted a little The battery is nearing exhaustion Charging is necessary The transceiver can be operated for QCM AQAA a short time The battery is almost exhaustion Charging is necessary The transceiver quickly becomes impossible to operate E External DC power operation An optional CP 12L or CP 19R cigarette lighter cable for a 12 V cigarette lighter socket or an OPC 254L external DC power cable can be used for external power Operating note e The power supply voltage must be between 10 0 16 0 V DC NEVER CONNECT OVER 16 V DC directly into the DC IN jack of the transceiver e BE SURE to use a 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 transceiv er through an optional CP 12L CP 19R or OPC 254L to a 24 V DC power source The voltage of the external power supply must be between 10 16 V DC when using either CP 12L CP 19R or OPC 254L otherwise use the battery pack e Disconnect the power cables from the transceiver when not using it Otherwise the vehicle battery will become ex hausted e The power save function is automatically deactivated when using an external DC power source BATTERY CHARGING 4 Transceiver e CP 12L Optional to a cigarett
19. CASE ccceccecceceececeececceceecucceeaeeeeans 57 KG Ea p E A E 58 11 COUNTRY CODE LIST eene 61 INDEX ennavnnvnvnnvnnnnvnnnnvnnnnnnnvnnvnvnnnnnnnvnnvsvnnnnnvnvnnenvnnenn 62 65 viii Mm aCCESSORY ATTACHMENT E Hand strap To facilitate carrying the trans ceiver slide the hand strap through the loop on the top of the rear panel as illustrated to the right E Battery pack To attach or detach the battery pack To attach or detach the battery pack or battery case follow the illustrations below To attach To detach Battery pack or battery case r 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 7 The battery protection function automatically sets trans ceiver to Low power 0 5 W when the temperature is 0 32 F or below In this case transmit power selections High and Mid are also disabled SN E Belt clip To attach the belt clip D Remove the battery pack from the transceiver if it is at tached p 1 2 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 D Remove the battery pack from the transceiver if it is at tached
20. D Turn ON the transceiver 2 Push MENU to enter the Menu screen 3 Push D pad 1t to select the root item SD Card then push D pad Ent D pad FE RX gt CS Ent a 88 41 1 Gea 4 Push D pad 1t to select Format then push D pad Ent e The confirmation screen Format OK appears 5 Push D pad T to select YES then push D pad Ent to format e The formatting starts and the display shows the formatting state e After formatting the display automati cally returns to the SD CARD menu 6 Push MENU to return to the frequency display MENU did CI Display P Sounds D Time Set SD Card SD CARD p Setting Load Setting Save SO Card Info Y Format OK JFORMATTING Please wait Formatting state 3 E Front top and side panels PANEL DESCRIPTION OT S UHF TRANSCEIVER E I l Function display p 9 3 13 feue Al Internal ooboooooo microphone og e D pad p 8 Speaker Q ANTENNA CONNECTOR p 2 Connect the antenna here An optional AD 92SMA adapter p 55 is available to connect an antenna with a BNC connector TX RX INDICATOR TX RX pp 24 25 Lights green while receiving a signal or when the squelch is open lights red while transmitting PTT SWITCH PTT p 25 Hold down to transmit release to receive For ID 31E onl
21. E eua CLR LOW What is a VFO VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator Fre quencies for both transmitting and receiving are generated and controlled by the VFO Memory mode Memory mode is used for operation on memory channels which store programmed frequencies D Push M CALL once or twice to select the memory mode e G appears when the memory mode is selected e Push M CALL again to select Call channels The Memo ry mode or Call channels are alternately selected e Memory mode display im FM 12 00 430 000 Appears 2 Rotate DIAL to select a desired memory channel e Only programmed memory channels can be selected e See p 28 for memory programming details Call channels Call channels are used for quick recall of most often used frequencies D Push M CALL once or twice to select the call chan nels e Push M CALL again to select the Memory mode The Memory mode or Call channels are alternately selected e Call channel display 430 000 2 Rotate DIAL to select a desired Call channel BASIC OPERATION 5 DR D STAR Repeater mode The DR D STAR Repeater mode is used for D STAR re peater operation In this mode you can easily select the pre programmed repeaters and UR call signs by rotating DIAL D STAR is an abbreviation for Digital Smart Technologies for Amateur Radio D Hold down for 1 seconds to select the DR mode e DR mode displa
22. EEE EE RR ER EN Turns ON the GPS logger function with 2 Be sure to insert the microSD card into the the transceiver in the Sleep mode transceiver before selecting these items l l GPS TX Mode uceedsucsrsiitieesiseteetituunietintmiuid ireneeemeni setneoronarnetias penetret ttnset titration ionis Selects an operating mode to transmit position data received from a GPS re ceiver OFF Turns OFF the GPS TX function GPS DV G GPS Sentence RMC GGA GLL VTG GSA or GSV Transmits position data in selected GPS sentences GPS Message EM Enter a GPS message of the GPS TX function MENU SCREEN OPERATION 6 7 NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version GPS Continued In this item set the GPS options GPS TX Mode SN RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS GPS A DV A i Unproto Address i API31 DSTAR Enters an unproto Address Data Extension OFF or Course Speed Selects whether to transmit the course and speed data Time Stamp OFF DHM or HMS Selects to transmit the current UTC time as a time stamp Altitude OFF or ON Turns the altitude transmit option ON or OFF GPS A Symbol 1 Person 2 Bicycle 3 Car or 4 House QTH VHF Selects a specified GPS A Symbol to transmit SSID 0 1 15 or A Z Selects the APRS cal
23. Except My Station Loads the settings file to the trans Repeater List Only CeIver MEET M MC eta Saves the settings as a new file I Overwrites the settings to an existing file SD Card Info TUI UE Displays the free space and remaining recording time of the card ee en MEME Be sure to insert the microSD card into the transceiver before selecting these items E Resetting The display may occasionally display erroneous information e g when first applying power This may be caused externally by static electricity or by oth er factors If this problem occurs turn OFF power After waiting a few seconds turn ON power again If the problem persists perform either or both procedures be low e Partial reset Use Partial reset if you want to initial ize the operating conditions VFO fre quency VFO settings menu contents without clearing the memory contents call sign memories or repeater lists All reset Reset the CPU if the internal CPU mal functions due to static electricity etc All reset clears all programming and re turns all settings to their defaults Partial reset D Hold down for 1 second to turn OFF power 2 While holding down V MHz MM then hold down for 1 second to turn ON power to partially reset the transceiver e PARTIAL RESET appears when par tially resetting the CPU V MHz CLR LOW 3IE
24. Gain to a suitable level p 45 Contacting with another e A different tone or code is used for the tone e Check the tone DTCS by performing a tone scan p 27 station is impossible DTCS squelch Frequency cannot be set e The Key Lock function is activated e Hold down LOCK for 1 second to cancel the p 26 Key Lock function e The memory mode Call channel mode or DR Push V MHz to select the VFO mode p 21 mode is selected A program scan does not e The memory mode Call channel mode or DR e Push V MHz to select the VFO mode p 21 mode is selected p 28 e The same frequency has been programmed in e Program different frequencies in the scan edge the scan edge channels kA and B channels e Only one or no memory channel has been pro s Program two or more memory channels grammed The displayed frequency is The CPU has malfunctioned Reset the transceiver p 50 erroneous e External factors have caused a fault Remove and reattach the battery pack case p 1 A memory scan does not e The VFO mode or Call channel mode is selected e Push M CALL to select the memory mode p 28 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 While operating D STAR PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF After your call the repeater e The repeater setting is wrong e Set the correct repeater does not transmit a reply duplex setting e The transceiver is out of the repeater range or e Try to access another repeater your transmission doe
25. ION 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 e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Icom Inc could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations PRECAUTIONS A DANGER NEVER short the terminals of the bat tery pack A DANGER use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers Only Ic
26. O 010 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL UHF TRANSCEIVER ID 31A UHF TRANSCEIVER ID 3IE 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 Icom Inc 13 36 mov COCOCQ rzburg 439 475 Deovz oi G rnL The photo shows the ID 31E version FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing this fine Icom product The ID 31A or ID 31E UHF TRANSCEIVER is designed and build with Icom s superior technology and craftsmanship combining traditional analog technologies with the new digital technology Digital Smart Technologies for Amateur Radio D STAR for a bal anced package With proper care this product should provide you with years of trouble free operation We thank you for making your ID 31A or ID 31E your radio of choice and hope you agree with Icom s philosophy of tech nology first Many hours or research and development went into the design of your ID 31A or ID 31E For Canada This device complies with RSS 310 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference Cet appareil est conforme au CNR
27. Set OFF or ON Turns the digital repeater setting function ON or OFF RX Call Sign Write OFF or Auto Turns the RX call sign automatic write function ON or OFF RX Repeater Write OFF or Auto Turns the repeater call sign automatic write function ON or OFF DV Auto Detect OFF or ON Turns the DV mode automatic detect function ON or OFF RX Record RPT ALL or Latest Only The transceiver can record the data of up to 40 individual calls When you receive a call that the destination station did not reply to or one in which the link repeater was not found you can record all of them or only the latest one in the Received Call Record MENU SCREEN OPERATION 6 7 NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version DV Set Continued In this item set infrequently changed values or functions in the DV mode RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS OFF or ON Turns the BK Break in function ON or OFF The BK function allows you to break into a conversation where the two origi nal stations are communicating with call sign squelch enabled OFF or ON Turns the EMR Enhanced Monitor Re ceive communication mode ON or OFF The EMR mode can be used in the DV mode and no call sign setting is neces sary When an EMR mode signal is re ceived the audio voice will be heard at the specified level even the volume setting level is set to mini
28. affected and it may cause a burn warp the casing or damage the transceiver NOTE When the transceiver becomes hot the transceiver s heat protection function gradually reduces the output power to approximately 2 5 watts then it stops transmission after that This is done to protect the transceiver itself until it can cool down CONNECT to only the rated voltage range when using an external power supply B Transmit power selection The transceiver has four output power levels to suit your op erating requirements Lower output power during short range communications may reduce the possibility of interference to other stations and will conserve battery power Hold down LOW for 1 second to toggle the transmit approximately output power between High 5 W S Low 0 1 W Low 0 5 W and Mid 2 5 W e Or while holding down LOW W M rotate DIAL to select the output power DIAL 433600 eeeesriinsuelbrl High power V MHz CLR LOW S Low power When using the BP 27 3 battery case the PSKIP output power is limited NE ETE Low power to approximately 100 milliwatts FSKIF MID ss aan Mid power BASIC OPERATION 5 B Key Lock function Activate to prevent accidental frequency changes and unnec essary function access e Hold down LOCK for 1 second to turn the Key Lock function ON or OFF While the Key Lock function is activated and the locked key or dial is pushed or rotated LOCK ON wil
29. d battery pack is also charged simultaneously except during transmit see p 18 for more details e The external DC power supply voltage must be between 10 16 V to charge the battery pack and when operating us ing an OPC 254L Transceiver to AC outlet The BC 167SA BC 167SD and BC 167SV have different shapes to cigarette lighter socket 12 V DC e CP 19R Optional Turn power OFF while charging the battery pack e Charging period TS approximately is puo nd BP 271 6 hours to 12V DC BP 272 9 hours pow supply Black White amp B Rapid charging The optional BC 202 rapidly charges of the BP 271 or BP 272 Li ion battery packs o Charging note Be sure to turn OFF the transceiver power When the transceiver power cannot be turned OFF detach the battery pack from the transceiver then charge the battery pack by itself or charge the battery using regular charging Otherwise the battery pack will not be charged the charg ing indicator on the BC 202 blinks orange about 10 second after the battery pack is installed in BC 202 e The BC 202 desktop charger can only charge BP 271 or BP 272 Li ion battery packs Other types of rechargeable battery Ni Cd or Ni MH cannot be charged e f the charging indicator blinks orange there may be a problem with the battery pack or charger If this occurs try charging the battery pack alone without the transceiver or try using the s
30. dio level TX RX indicator the squelch Push to monitor 24 D BASIC OPERATION B Transmitting CAUTION Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver ZZ NOTE To prevent interfering hold down SQL to listen on Y the channel before transmitting D Set the operating frequency p 23 Transmitting can be done only on the 430 MHz amateur band e Select the output power if desired See the next page for details 2 Hold down PTT to transmit e The TX RX indicator lights red The S RF meter shows the output power level 3 Speak into the microphone using your normal voice level e DO NOT hold the transceiver too close to your mouth or speak too loudly This may distort your speech 4 Release PTT to receive Microphone A WARNING NEVER transmit for long periods of time During prolonged transmissions at high power or middle power the transceiver radiates heat to protect itself from overheating The transceiver s chassis will become hot and may cause a burn To prevent the transceiver s overheating the default setting of the time out timer function is set to 5 minutes p 44 Be careful when the time out timer function is turned OFF or set to a long time period and you transmit for long periods DO NOT operate the transceiver in a situation that will ob struct heat dissipation especially if the transceiver uses an external power supply Heat dissipation may be
31. e can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery performance e DANGER NEVER short the terminals or charging termi nals of the battery pack Also current may flow into nearby metal objects such as a key so be careful when placing battery packs or the transceiver in bags 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 DANGER Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icom chargers Using third party or counterfeit battery packs may cause smoke fire or cause the battery to burst Battery caution e 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 e 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
32. e current time VOX ICON p 59 Appears when the VOX function is ON SKIP ICON PDF type Advanced Instruction s Section 8 we SKIP appears when the selected memory channel is set as a skip channel we PSKIP appears when the displayed frequency is set as a skip frequency in the Memory mode we PSKIP appears while the Frequency Skip Scan func tion is ON in the VFO mode PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 Dp MEMORY CHANNEL NUMBER e Displays the selected memory channel number p 21 CO or C1 appears when the Call channel is selected p 22 P MEMORY ICON pp 21 Appears when the Memory mode is selected D S RF METER Shows the relative signal strength of the receive signal p 24 Shows the output power level of the transmit signal p 25 POWER ICONS p 26 we SLO appears when S low power is selected we OW appears when low power is selected we MID appears when mid power is selected e No icon appears when high power is selected MEMORY NAME DISPLAY PDF type Advanced Instruction s Section 7 While in the Memory mode the programmed memory or memory bank name is displayed p FREQUENCY READOUT Displays a variety of information such as the operating frequency menu contents and so on e The decimal point blinks during a scan 4 11 BATTERY CHARGING B Caution Misuse of Lithium ion batteries may result in the following hazards smoke fire or the battery may rupture Misus
33. e lighter socket 12 V DC e CP 19R Optional e OPC 254L Optional to a 12V DC pow supply Black White NOTE Up to 5 W approximately of maximum output power is possible when using external DC power However when the supply voltage exceeds 14 V the built in protec tion circuit activates to reduce the transmit output power to approximately 2 5 W es mm O BASIC OPERATION E Power ON E Setting audio volume e Hold down for 1 second to turn ON power e Rotate VOL to adjust the audio level e Hold down for 1 second to turn OFF power e If the squelch is closed hold down SQL while setting the audio e After the opening message and power source voltage are dis level played the operating frequency appears The display shows the volume level while adjusting Soom im FM 12 00 ID 31E 430 000 ODD Cu am FM 12 00 Voltage 7 6V A30 000 Denne ap vol EBENEN 370 D Volume level display m FM 12 00 VOL E 3 n 430 000 Maximum CCW Je no audio uU VOL 39 COW Counter Clockwise Maximum CW The opening message and power source voltage display op CW Clockwise maximum audio tions can be turned ON or OFF in the DISPLAY menu MENU c DISPLAY gt Opening Message p 47 The beep level is adjusted in the SOUNDS menu Ear MENU x SOUNDS Beep Level p 48 MENU DISPLAY gt Voltage Indication p 47 E Setting squelch lev
34. ect and then D pad Ent to enter one or more times until the last screen is displayed 4 Push D pad 11 to select ON 5 Push MENU to exit the Menu screen e VOX appears Set the microphone gain before set ting the VOX gain in the Menu screen We recommend setting the microphone gain to 3 MSS Gain External MENU FUNCTION gt VOX gt MIC MEN 3 4 wr D Set By SPEECH s DTMF T CALL ES Functian FUMSTIGM dd M T CV VOX Level VOX Delay VOX Time Out Tim VOX nm OFF GH FM 9 35 fa 000 _ Appears o VOX related settings The VOX Level the VOX Delay and the VOX time out timer can be set in the Menu screen e VOX Level D Push MENU to enter the Menu screen 2 Push D pad Jt to select the root item Function and then push D pad Ent to go to the next screen D pad Ent Loa c g 41 1 ra MENU gt FUNCTION amp VOX gt VOX Level 3 Refer to the menu sequence show directly above and push D pad 11 to select and then D pad Ent to enter one or more times until the last screen is displayed 4 While speaking into the headset mi crophone adjust the VOX Level until VOX continuously appears The VOX Level can be adjusted be tween 1 minimum and 10 maximum MENU ara of DV Set DTM F T CALL ES Function FUNCTION aya VOX NENNEN CE Me VOR Delay VOX Time Qut Tim vox LEVEL or turned OFF High
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36. el The squelch function mutes the noise or received audio sig nal depending on the signal strength and the squelch control setting to cut off the noise output e While holding down SQL rotate DIAL to select the squelch level e While holding down SQL rotate DIAL one click to display the squelch level LEVEL1 is loose squelch for weak signals and LEVEL9 is tight squelch for strong signals e AUTO indicates automatic level adjustment by a noise pulse counting system e OPEN indicates a continuously open setting This option is not selectable in the DV mode im FH 12 00 D jJ 430 000 dc eM UB SQIUELCH AUTO Automatic squelch m FM 12 00 430 000 EE sele ke LEYELS Maximum level BASIC OPERATION 5 B Monitor function This function is used to listen to weak signals without disturb ing the squelch setting or having to open the squelch manu ally even when mute functions such as the tone squelch are in use gt Hold down SQL to monitor the operating frequency e The 1st segment of the S meter blinks 430 000 ang i The first segment blinks G The SQL key can be set to sticky operation in FUNC ZZ TION menu MENU FUNCTION gt Monitor p 44 21 D BASIC OPERATION B Mode selection VFO mode The VFO mode is used to set the desired frequency Push V MHz to select the VFO mode e VFO mode display an FM 12 00 430 000 FSEIF V MHz EE
37. er version D 2 4 5 6 GN SSS TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD FEATURE ed EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS idet ininas nc tchat datam oot i IMPORTANT m i FCC INFORMATION ssnscssetececisciuntenmeastoreteietendutasdeemestoudetececs i PRECAUTION S e iii v ABOUT THE SUPPLIED CD cosissetiecsisdeceuontcdencecanteencboretponte vi SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ssassn tirsir isaimini si vii TABLE OF CONTENT Seasccniecosucenssondecdesediesceoacsmaduoncenses vii viii 1 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT 1 2 E Hand Strap PERIODS 1 EI Batlery PACK crissccascnznacsncesemenccsspcantnctatacaiclassncacettasntnceasntes 1 E Bet 6 6 EE a a EE 2 EEEa E A E E E nt Ues o Use ReaUt 2 2 ABOUT USING A MICROSD CARD 3 4 E About using a microSD card sssssseee 3 E Inserting the microSD card 4 I Format the microSD CON asaos 4 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnn 5 10 E Front top and side panels 5 WE Function display cicccsmncczsncrcestcantertessetccadianscteoieeensteaneae 9 4 BATTERY CHARGING nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnenr 11 18 KOTON E TE VEN EE EE 11 oe gere ING asscennesacs osa ncneen tn io etse kennt eia 13 IN Rapid Ke UAC EE 14 ll Optional battery case sees 15
38. er values make the VOX function more sensi tive to your voice default 5 7 You cannot use the VOX function or transmit while in the 7 Menu screen v CONVENIENT While transmitting using the VOX func 4 o 3E tion you can adjust the VOX gain sim 30 ouo ply by rotating DIAL ro e The VOX level appears Appears e VOX delay Sets the VOX delay to between 0 5 and 3 0 seconds in 0 5 seconds steps The VOX delay is the amount of time the transmitter stays ON after you stop speaking default 0 5 MENU FUNCTION gt VOXc VOX Delay ve qi vex DELAY VOX id x Level VO M Tine O ut Tim ZZ If VOX is intermittent be sure the VOX delay is set long A enough to allow normal pauses in speech turn the VOX ZZ OFF after you finish speaking KOSS OPTIONS 10 e VOX time out timer Sets the VOX Time Out Timer to between 1 2 3 4 5 10 and 15 minutes to prevent accidental prolonged transmission To turn the function OFF select OFF default 3 MENU FUNCTIONS VOX VOX Time out Timer vox TIME OUT TIMER 1 2 ES VOR OFF VOX Level eae 1min MR Delas lt Time Qut Time Smtr 7 The VOX Time Out Timer must be set shorter than the 77 transceiver Time Out Timer otherwise this timer will not be U activated GG mm COUNTRY CODE LIST e ISO 3166 1 Je EE m Austria Liechtenstein Belgium Lithuania Bulgaria Luxembourg Croatia Malta Czech Republic Netherlands Cyprus N
39. event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom OPTIONS 10 E Optional HM 75LS REMOTE CONTROL SPEAKER MICROPHONE e SIMPLE A Toggles the Monitor function B Turns the Call channel mode The optional HM 75LS allows you to remotely select operat ing frequencies memory channels etc Remote control functions can be selected from three settings These can be selected with MIC Simple Mode in the FUNC TION menu MENU gt FUNCTION gt MIC Simple Mode p 44 Transmit LED fro TU Microphone SV PTT switch ev 0DOoOO orr I Jon aon Speaker LOCK N Earphone jack The HM 75LS has a lock switch on the backside to prevent accidental frequency changes and so on Y Be sure to turn power OFF when plugging or unplugging 7 the HM 75LS to and from the SP MIC jack A Select memory channel 0 W Select memory channel 1 e NORM 1 default Selects the Call channel mode Toggles the VFO mode and Memory mode A Frequency or memory channel UP Y Frequency or memory channel DOWN e NORM 2 A Turns the Monitor function Toggles the VFO mode and Memory mode B A Frequency or memory channel UP Y requency or memory channel DOWN The SIMPLE mode can select only three channels and is useful for group operations during touring and so on GY The VFO mode canno
40. following loca tions 1 Tunnels or high rise buildings 2 Underground parking lots 3 Under a bridge or viaduct 4 In remote forested areas 5 Under bad weather conditions rainy or cloudy day e The GPS receiver may not work if the transceiver operates near the 440 205 MHz This is made in the internal circuit and does not indicate a transceiver malfunction Icom Icom Inc and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated Japan in Japan the United States the United King dom Germany France Spain Russia and or other countries APRS is a registered trademark of Mr Bob Bruninga in the U S A and other countries Adobe and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trade marks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries Microsoft Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries ABOUT THE SUPPLIED CD The following Guide Instructions and Installers are included in the CD e D STAR Quick Guide Quick reference guide for the DR D STAR Repeater mode operation and is the same as the supplied leaflet Instruction manual Instructions for the basic operation the same as this manual e Advanced Instructions Instructions for the advanced operations and more details are described than in this manual HAM radio Terms The glossary of HAM radio terms e CS 31 Instruction manual Instructions for t
41. for low speed communication or between the DATA jack and external modules like a GPS receiver and so on Dc NN OFF or ON Turns the VOX function ON or OFF E VOX Level E 1 5 10 or OFF Sets the VOX gain level por NEN 0 5sec 1 0sec 1 5sec 2 0sec 2 5sec or 3 0sec Sets the VOX Delay time VOX Time Out Timer OFF 1min 2min 3min 4min 5min 10min or 15min Sets the VOX Time Out Timer to prevent an accidental prolonged transmission Headset Select HS 95 or Other Selects the headset type to be used for the VOX function to limit the maximum audio output level to protect the headset speaker MENU SCREEN OPERATION 6 Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version Function Continued In this item set other options RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS CI V Address 01 84 DF Sets the transceiver s unique CI V hexa decimal address code CI V Baud Rate 300 1200 4800 9600 19200 or Auto Sets the CI V code transfer speed CI V Transceive OFF or ON Turns the CI V Transceive function ON or OFF In this item set the Display options Display RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS Backlight OFF ON Auto or Auto DC IN ON Selects the transceiver backlight option a Backlight Timer 4 Selects the backlight ON time period a LCD Dimmer ES Bright or Dark Selects the LCD backlight brightness le
42. h MENU to exit the Menu screen To return to the default setting push in step to display Default and then push D pad Ent 12 00 FSKIF Bees MIERU odd O Display T Sounds SD Card TIME SET Wu Date Time GPS Time Correct UTC Offset Auto Power OFF AUTOS POWER OFF 1 2 OFF 60min 30min foam FM 12 00 FSKIF s G 6 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings 7 NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version ZZ The default settings may differ depending on the version DUP TONE In this item set the repeater options for example duplex offset or the channel tone types RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS Offset Freq 0 000 5 000 00 59 995 Sets the frequency offset for duplex re peater operation Repeater Tone 67 0 88 5 254 1 Selects the tone frequency used to ac cess the repeaters TSQL Freq 67 0 88 5 254 1 Selects the tone frequency for the Tone squelch or the pocket beep function OFF or ON Turns the Tone Burst function ON or OFF When this setting is ON and you transmit a signal which superimposes the CTCSS tone or subaudible tone the squelch tail noise of FM mode is sup pressed on the RX side DTCS Code 023 754 Selects DTCS both encoder decoder code for DTCS squelch or the pocket beep function DTCS Polarity Both N TN RR TR RN or Both R Selects the DTCS polarity for the DTCS squelch or the pocket beep functi
43. he CS 31 cloning software installation and use e CS 31 Installer Installer for the CS 31 cloning software Adobe Reader Installer Installer for Adobe Reader A PC with the following Operating System is required Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows Vista or Mi crosoft Windows XP Starting the CD D Insert the CD into the CD drive e The Menu screen shown below is automatically displayed If it doesn t appear double click Autorun exe in the CD 2 Click the desired button to open the file To close the Menu screen click Quit ID 31A ID 31E uHFTRANSCEIVER You need Adobe Reader to view PDF files If you do not have this installed please install the soft ware by clicking on the below button 7 D STAR Quick Guide Instruction manual Advanced Instructions HAM radio Terms CS 31 Instruction manual CS 31 Installer Adobe Reader Installer Quit To read the guide or instructions Adobe Reader is required If you have not installed it please install the Adobe Reader in the CD or downloaded it from Adobe Systems Incorporated s website vi vii SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES The following accessories are supplied with the transceiver D Antenna 2 Hand strap 3 Battery charger BC 167SA SD SV eeee DEN RN ERR 5 Battery pack BP 271 ssseeee s Ore m C Not supplied or the shape is different depending on the transceiv
44. he operating call sign The repeater does not ac Your call sign has not been registered to the D e Ask your desired repeater s administrator about call cept your gateway call STAR system sign registration SPEGIFICATIONS 9 General e Frequency coverage unit MHz USA 420 450 400479 AUS 420 4507 400 4797 EUR KOR 430440 430 440 UK 430 440 400 479 430 434 435 438 430 434 435 438 400 479 400 479 EXP 1 430 440 400 479 Guaranteed 440 450 MHz only Guaranteed 430 440 MHz only e Mode FM FN N DV e No of memory channels 552 incl 50 scan edges and 2 call channels 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F 5 6 25 10 12 5 15 20 25 30 50 100 125 and 200 kHz 2 5 ppm 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F 10 0 16 0 V DC for external DC power or specified Icom s battery pack Digital transmission speed 4 8 kbps Voice coding speed 2 4 kbps e Current drain at 7 4 V DC TX at 5 W RX Max output FM e Usable temp range e Tuning steps e Frequency stability Power supply Less than 2 5 A Less than 350 mA Internal speaker Less than 200 mA External speaker DV Less than 450 mA Internal speaker Less than 300 mA External speaker Antenna connector SMA 50 Q e Dimensions 58 W x95 H x25 4 D mm projections not included 2 3 W x3 7 H x1 D in All stated specifications are subject to change without
45. he selected tuning step in 7 the VFO mode is used during scan Y e The scan link name or scan name can be displayed when scan link name or scan name is programmed NN MOMS e Scan name is not displayed during scan E Memory channel programming The Memory mode is very useful to quickly select often used operating settings Example Programming 433 600 MHz FM mode into memory channel 11 a blank channel Push V MHz to select the mmm 12 00 VFO mode 435 020 ZEIF 2 Set a desired frequency and operat 7 060 ing mode ud and e Rotate DIAL to set a desired fre 433 600 quency FSKIF Push FM DV one or more 98 times to select a desired operat a Fm 42 00 ing mode w Set other data e g duplex di 433 600 rection frequency offset tone yd squelch etc if desired Blinks FH G Hold down S MW for 1 sec 430 000 capea ond to enter the Select Memory write PME mode MNANE e 1 short and 1 long beep sound Select Memory e The memory channel number blinks write mode BASIC OPERATION 5 4 Rotate DIAL to select a desired channel e Call channels CO C1 VFO and scan edge channels 00A 00B to 24A 24B as well as regular memory channels can be programmed in this way 5 Hold down S MW for 1 second to program e 3 beeps sound Before returning to the VFO mode the programmed memory contents are dis played for a moment e Memory channel number automati cally
46. he transmit frequency repeater input frequency f OFF BAND appears check the frequency offset and shift direction p 33 receiving While transmitting 438700 4347700 eee C00 5 Release PTT to receive 6 Hold down SQL to check whether the other station s transmit signal can be directly received or not e When the other station s signal can be directly received move to a non repeater frequency to use simplex duplex OFF U S A and Korean versions Auto repeater function uses standard values of the re peater tone frequency and offset frequency KAS Setting the duplex direction D In the VFO mode push to open the Quick Menu screen 2 Push D pad t to select the DUP item then push D pad Ent D pad Ent P ND 41 _ Gea 3 Push D pad 1 to select the DUP or DUP option 4 Push D pad Ent to return to the fre quency display e Select the desired frequency offset p 33 12 00 439 700 KIF TOME TE GFS Information i DUP or DUP appears BASIC OPERATION 5 Setting the subaudible tone CD In the VFO mode push to open the Quick Menu screen 2 Push D pad 11 to select the TONE item then push D pad Ent D pad Ent P ND 11 3 Push D pad 1 to select the TONE option 4 Push D pad Ent to return to the fre quency display e Select the desired subaudible tone frequency p 33 EFM 12 00
47. hone HM 166 Earphone microphone HM 186 Speaker microphone SP 13 Speaker OPC 2144 Allows you to connect the HM 75A HM 153 HM 166 HM 186 SP 13 to the transceiver e HS 94 HS 95 HS 97 HEADSET OPC 2006LS PLUG ADAPTER CABLE HS 94 Ear hook type HS 95 Neck amp arm type HS 97 Throat microphone OPC 2006LS Allows you to connect the HS 94 HS 95 HS 97 to the transceiver After connecting the VOX func tion can be used 10 OPTIONS e OPC 254L DC POWER CABLE For operation and charging via an external power supply e OPC 2218LU DATA COMMUNICATION CABLE Allows low speed data communication in the DV mode or data cloning operation with CS 31 free download software LC 178 CARRYING CASE Helps protect the transceiver from scratches etc e AD 92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTER Allows you to connect an external antenna with a BNC con nector e CS 31 CLONING SOFTWARE free download Use this software to program settings such as memory chan nels and Menu mode contents quickly and easily via your USB port OPC 2218LU e CT 17 CI V LEVEL CONVERTER UNIT For remote transceiver control using a personal computer equipped with an RS 232C port You can change frequencies operating mode memory channels etc via your computer 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
48. hours approximately FM high power TX RX Standby 1 1 8 e BP 273 BATTERY CASE Battery case for LR6 AA x 3 alkaline batteries e BC 167SA SD SV BATTERY CHARGER For regular charging of the Lithium ion battery pack BP 271 or BP 272 Same as supplied one Not supplied with some version e BC 202 DESKTOP CHARGER BC 123SA SE AC ADAPTER Rapidly charges BP 271 LI ION BATTERY PACK in approximately 2 hours Rapidly charges BP 272 LI ION BATTERY PACK in approximately 3 5 hours e HM 75LS REMOTE CONTROL SPEAKER MICROPHONE Allows you to remotely select operating channels etc e HM 186LS SPEAKER MICROPHONE For operation while conveniently hanging the transceiver from your belt etc options 1O NEN e HM 153LS HM 166LS EARPHONE MICROPHONE Ideal for hands free operation clip the HM 153LS HM 166LS with integrated PTT switch to your lapel or breast pocket Allows you to operate in rainy condition e SP 13 EARPHONE Provides clear audio in noisy environments e CP 12L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER e CP 19R CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH DC DC CONVERTER Allows you to operate the transceiver through a 12 V cigarette lighter socket You can also charge the attached battery pack during stand by only CP 19R A built in DC DC converter provides an 11 V DC output e HM 75A HM 153 HM 166 HM 186 MICROPHONE or SP 13 EARPHONE OPC 2144 PLUG ADAPTER CABLE HM 75A Remote control Speaker microphone HM 153 Earphone microp
49. in the DR mode or with the Menu screen or Quick Menu screen open push to move the value or option selector bar down p 32 PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 CD RX CALL RECORD LEFT KEY CD Hold down for 1 second to open the received calls CD record eo While in the DR mode or with the Menu screen or Quick Menu screen open push to select an upper tier menu p 32 CS CALL SIGN RIGHT KEY CS Hold down for 1 second to enter the operating call sign select mode While in the DR mode or with the Menu screen or Quick Menu screen open push to select a lower tier menu p 32 8 CO 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION E Function display now noen eR T FRIO EME d B 7 22 DUF DGL 438 958 wox lt O FSKIF Q io mm 808 LE 7 BATTERY ICON pp 13 17 w battery icon appears when the battery pack is attached w t 1 appears when the battery pack must be charged e While charging the attached battery pack the icon se quentially shows E i u and mnl OPERATING MODE ICONS p 24 Shows the selected operating mode e DV FM and FM N are selectable e DV G or DV A appears when GPS or GPS A transmission is selected in the DV mode pp 37 38 DUPLEX ICON p 29 DUP appears when plus duplex is selected and DUP appears when minus duplex is selected PRIORITY WATCH ICON Appears when Priority Watch is in use See the PDF type Advanced Instructions Section 9 f
50. ion 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version In this item set the Sound options Beep Level Beep Vol Level Link Key Touch Beep Scan Stop Beep Standby Beep Scope AF Output RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold pose o OFF or ON OFF or ON u OFF or ON OFF ON or ON to me High Tone OFF or ON In this item set the Time options GPS Time Correct UTC Offset Auto Power OFF RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold OFF or Auto 14 00 40 00 14 00 OFF 30min 60min 90min or 120min DESCRIPTIONS Sets the beep output level Selects whether or not the beep output level can be adjusted by the VOL control Turns the confirmation beep tones when key is pushed ON or OFF Turns the scan stop beep ON or OFF Turns the standby beep function in the DV mode ON or OFF Selects the audio output capability during a sweep by the Band Scope function DESCRIPTIONS Sets the current date and time Selects if the time data is automatically corrected by a received GPS sentence Enters the time difference between UTC and the local time Turns the Auto power OFF function ON or OFF t Continued on the next page 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings Continued SD Card In this item set the microSD card options Setting Load EE ag File selection New File gt gt File selection RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS ALL
51. l d CAUTION When using the OPC 515L DC power cable NEVER connect the OPC 515L to a power source using reverse polarity This will ruin the battery charger White line amp Black line SN NOTE If the charging indicator blinks orange for 10 sec onds or more with the battery pack installed in the trans ceiver try charging the BP 271 alone You can also try regular charging the BP 271 attached to the transceiver E Optional battery case When using the BP 273 BATTERY CASE install 3 x AA LR6 size alkaline batteries as described below D Remove the battery case if it is attached p 1 2 Install 3 x AA LR6 size alkaline batteries e Install only alkaline batteries Be sure to observe the correct polarity 3 Attach the battery case p 1 r A built in step up converter in the BP 273 increases the voltage to 5 5 V DC Approximately 100 mW of output power is possible with the BP 273 operation Also the transmit output power selec ion is disabled TRL ret r The batteries may seem to have low capacity when used in low temperatures such as 10 C 14 F or below Keep the batteries warm in this case WB 4 AUTION e When installing batteries make sure they are all the same brand type and capacity Also do not mix new and old batteries together e Keep the battery terminals clean It s a good idea to peri odically clean the battery terminals e Never incinerate used bat
52. l be displayed e OG VOL SQL PTT and LOCK are operable while the lock function is activated e Either or both the squelch control and volume control can also be locked in the Function menu MENU FUNCTION Key Lock p 44 am FM 12 00 A LOCK ON FSKIF iuda The function is ON quii FM 12 00 4 LOCK OFF FSKIF The function is OFF D BASIC OPERATION B Scan function Scanning is a versatile function that can automatically search for signals and makes it easier to locate stations to contact or listen to or to skip unwanted frequencies Example Full scan operation in the VFO mode D Push V MHz to select the VFO mode 2 Set the squelch level 3 Hold down SCAN for 1 sec ond to enter the scanning type se lection mode 4 Push D pad t to select the desired scanning type D pad Ent P ND 41 MEA e Select ALL for full scan P LINKx for programmed link scan x 0 to 9 Pxx for programmed scan xx 0 to 24 only programmed scan edge numbers are displayed DUP for duplex scan or TONE for tone scan 5 Push D pad Ent to start the scan e Scan pauses when a signal is received Rotate DIAL to change the scanning direction This also causes the trans ceiver to resume scanning e Push CLR to cancel the scan Zt att TONE 42 00 4333 380 Poo 430 000 440 000 DUP im FM 12 00 SH a Low About the scanning steps T
53. l sign SSID EEE ON ES EE Enters a comment to transmit GPS Auto TX OFF 5sec 10sec 30sec 1min 3min 5min 10min or 30min Selects a time option for the GPS auto matic transmission function t Continues on the next page 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings Continued Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version ZZ The default settings may differ depending on the version Call Sign UR CQCQGQ R1 In this item set and display the call signs used in the DV mode DESCRIPTIONS Displays the operating call signs Sets the operating call signs on other than the DR mode RX History In this item display the received call history Displays the Received Call record In this item enter and edit Your Call sign or repeater information to use in the DV and DR modes DV Memory Your Call Sign Repeater List Stores station call signs Stores repeater information NOTE The repeater list described on this manual may differ from your presetting RA 4 1 See the PDF type Advanced Instruction for details on the preset values MENU SCREEN OPERATION 6 Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version My Station My Call Sign TX Message In this item set your own call sign to use in the DV mode RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold 1 6
54. mode or for cloning The jack is also used to con nect an external GPS receiver See the PDF type Advanced Instruction s Section 4 or Section 11 for more details PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 p MEMORY CALL SELECT MEMORY WRITE KEY M CALL S MW mn inthe VFO mode push once to enter the Memory selection mode push again to enter the Call channel mode pp 21 22 Hold down for 1 second to enter the Select Mem ory Write mode p 28 B VFO MHz CLEAR OUTPUT POWER KEY VFO MHzeCLReLOW wa Push to select the VFO mode p 21 tany e While in the VFO mode push to select 1 MHz and 10 MHz tuning steps p 23 Depending on versions 10 MHz tuning step is select able With the Menu screen or Quick Menu screen open push to return to the operating mode be fore entering the menu screen pp 32 While in the Memory Name or Call Sign Program ming mode push to select an upper tier menu See the PDF type Advanced Instruction s Sec tion 7 for more details e While scanning push to cancel a scan p 27 Hold down for 1 second to select the output pow er p 26 e Select the transmit output power of High Mid Low or S low e While holding down this key rotate DIAL to select the desired output power 6 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION M Front top and side panels Continued Function display p 9 EE V MHz I e Jm e L Internal microphone
55. mum level or digital call sign digital code squelch is turned ON EMR AF Level 0 19 39 Sets the audio output level when an EMR mode signal is received t Continued on the next page 42 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings Continued Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version ZZ The default settings may differ depending on the version SPEECH In this item set the Speech functions RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS RX Call Sign SPEECH OFF ON Kerchunk or ON All Selects the RX call sign speech function option while ON or turns it OFF RX gt CS SPEECH OFF or ON Turns the RX gt CS Speech function ON or OFF SPEECH Language English or Japanese Selects either English or Japanese as the desired speech language Alphabet Normal or Phonetic Code Selects the alphabet character an nouncement type E SPEECH Speed NE Slow or Fast Selects Slow or Fast speech speed SPEECH Level Sets a volume level for the voice synthe sizer In this item set the DIMF Memory functions DTMF T CALL DTMF Memory T CALL d0 d9 dA dD d or d selects a DTMF memory channel to transmit DTMF Speed 100ms 200ms 300ms or 500ms Selects the DTMF transfer speed MENU SCREEN OPERATION 6 Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version In this item set other
56. notice or obligation Weight approximately 140 g 4 94 oz without battery pack case and ant Transmitter e Modulation system FM Variable reactance freq modulation DV GMSK reactance freq modulation e Output power at 7 4 V DC High 5 0 W Mid 2 5 W Low 0 5 W Typical S Low 0 1 W Max frequency deviation 5 0 kHz FM wide approx 2 5 kHz FM narrow approx Less than 60 dBc at High Mid Less than 13 dBm at Low S Low 2 2 KQ e Spurious emissions e Ext mic impedance Receiver e Receive system e Intermediate frequencies Double conversion superheterodyne 46 35 MHZ 1st IF 450 kHz 2nd IF e Sensitivity except spurious points FM 1 kHz 3 5 kHz Dev 12 dB SINAD Less than 15 dBu DV PN9 GMSK 4 8 kbps BER 1 Less than 11 dBu e Audio output power at 10 distortion Internal speaker More than 0 4 W with a 16 O load External speaker More than 0 2 W with a 8 O load e Selectivity l FM Wide More than 55 dB FM Narrow DV More than 50 dB Ext speaker connector 3 conductor 3 5 d mm 17 8 O e Spurious and image rejection ratio More than 60 dB e Squelch Sensitivity threshold 1 kHz 3 5 kHz Dev Less than 15 dBu e BP 271 LI ION BATTERY PACK 7 4 V 1150 mAh Min Lithium ion battery pack Battery life 4 5 hours approximately FM high power TX RX Standby 1 1 8 e BP 272 LI ION BATTERY PACK 7 4 V 1880 mAh Min Lithium ion battery pack Battery life 8
57. om battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icom chargers Using third party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke fire or cause the battery to burst A WARNING 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 A WARNING 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 A WARNING 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 A WARNING NEVER operate the transceiver while driving a vehicle Safe driving requires your full attention anything less may result in an accident A WARNING NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 16 V DC or use reverse polarity This co
58. on Digital Code 00 99 Selects the digital code for the Digital Code squelch function MENU SCREEN OPERATION 6 7 NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version 7 The default settings may differ depending on the version In this item set the scan options RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold DESCRIPTIONS 2sec 10sec 20sec or HOLD Selects the scan pause time When re ceiving signals the scan pauses accord ing to the scan pause timer Osec 2sec 5sec or HOLD Selects the scan resume time from a pause after the received signal disap pears Program Skip OFF or ON Turns the Program Skip Scan function ON or OFF for a VFO mode scan Bank Link Selects banks to be scanned during a Bank Link Scan Program E uu EE n Selects program scans to be scanned during a the Program Link Scan 1 See the PDF type Advanced Instruction for details on the preset values 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings Continued Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version ZZ The default settings may differ depending on the version In this item set the TX RX voice recording options RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold QSO Recorder lt lt REC Start gt gt 2 ER M MS EE NESE NR NE Play Files 2 PLAY FILES e Recorder Set E REC Mode E TX amp RX or RX Only RX REC Condition Always or Squelch Auto File Split OFF or ON PTT Auto REC
59. or more details Q EMR BK ICON Appears when Enhanced Monitor Request EMR or Break in BK mode is selected See the PDF type Advanced Instruction s Section 4 for more details Q TONE ICONS PDF type Advanced Instruction s Section 11 e While operating in FM FM N mode we TONE appears while the Repeater Tone Encoder is ON p 29 TSQL appears while the Tone squelch function is ON TSQL R appears while the Reverse Tone squelch function is ON we DICS appears while the DTCS squelch function is ON we DTCS R appears while the reverse DTCS squelch function is ON appears with the TSQL or DTCS icon while the Pocket Beep function with CTCSS or DTCS is ON e gt e While operating in DV mode DSQL appears while the Digital Call Sign squelch function is ON CSQL appears while the Digital Code squelch func tion is ON appears with the DSQL or CSQL icon while the Pocket Beep function with Digital Call Sign or Digi tal Code squelch is ON Q GPS ICON PDF type Advanced Instruction s Section 5 Appears while GPS function is in use e GPS icons can be turned OFF in the GPS Set menu p 36 e Stays ON when the GPS receiver is activated and a valid position data is received we Blinks when an invalid position data is being received Q microSD ICON PDF type Advanced Instruction s Section 12 Appears while a microSD card is inserted Q CLOCK DISPLAY p 48 Displays th
60. or waterproof seal Only when the BP 271 or BP 272 option flexible antenna MIC SP cap DATA DC IN cap and micro SD slot cap are attached The BP 273 meets IPX4 requirements for splash resistance When it is connected the transceiver corresponds to IPX4 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 Otherwise the installed battery pack or batteries will become exhausted and will need to be recharged or replaced PRECAUTIONS Continued Important notes when using the GPS receiver e The GPS signal cannot pass through metal objects When using the ID 31A or ID 31E inside a vehicle you may not receive GPS signals We recommend you use it near a win dow Please avoid the areas shown in the following 1 DO NOT use where it will block the driver s view 2 DO NOT use where the air bags could deploy 3 DO NOT use where it becomes a driving obstacle e The Global Positioning System GPS is built and operated by the U S Department of Defence The Department is re sponsible for accuracy and maintenance of the system Any changes by the Department may affect the accuracy and function of the GPS system e When the GPS receiver is activated please do not cover the ID 31A or ID 31E with anything that will block the satel lite signals e The GPS receiver may not work if used in the
61. orway Denmark Poland Estonia Portugal Finland Romania France Slovakia Germany Slovenia Greece Spain Hungary Sweden Iceland Switzerland Ireland Turkey Italy United Kingdom Latvia A ABOUT SUPPLIED GOD sci gcc dacectutinceecivessceedseysergececse vi About USING microSD card 1s nennen nr hana 3 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT eee 1 DINI MORENO TT 50 PEN seede 2 ANTENNA CONNECTOR renanaanannnrannnnannanennannnnennnn 5 B Band Scope function cacesdccrensedecanssicmccntccesecienen cmuemasiees 31 BASIC OPERATION per 19 Battery CALTON acicncinenceccesmetescementodenantudieenenieres Perseus 11 BATTERY CGHARGING essensen 11 Battery ICOM Greide 13 17 BITEN assecceccossaicsecusessanvsepeaceenes Medo bbc 9 Battery Baelgusziue qMTRT MPH 17 ENVER 17 Battery PACK EE esii pbisscisiderern aii 1 fe CUD ge TTE 2 BEN dr 9 C Call chanel suene tert mt Y tti ath RASEN RUF ree etica oue 22 eu Bec 11 CD RX CALL RECORD KEY snascsacesetcenctanscetdeogntanss 8 Charging CAUTION EE 12 INDEX Charging note EE Res 13 14 Charging period Rapid charging 14 Charging period Regular charging 13 CLEAR FEY oeren ranee E EE 6 CLOCK DISPLAY 10 Contents that can be stored onto a card 3 Continuous Sweep rrarrarannannannannannannnnnannnnnnnnsnenr 31 CONTROL DIAL ph T COUNTRY CODE
62. r has a slot for a microSD card to store memo ry contents transceiver settings GPS information and other data Following data can be stored onto the card e Memory channel contents e Repeater list e Transceiver settings Received communication activity audio Voice audio to use with the Auto Replay function in the DV mode Position and time data from a GPS receiver that is in a log file as a route B inserting the microSD card D Turn OFF the transceiver 2 Lift OFF the micro SD slot cover on the side panel 3 With the terminals facing the front insert the card into the slot until it locks in place and makes a click sound micro SD slot microSD card PA Terminals facing the front A A Slot cover 4 Firmly close the micro SD slot cover r BE CAREFUL e DO NOT touch the terminals e To remove the card push in to release it then carefully pull the card out While reading or writing data from and to the card NEV ER remove the card It will corrupt the data or damage the card TLL ABOUT USING A MICROSD CARD 2 E Format the microSD card When using a preformatted brand new microSD card format ting is not necessary However we recommend you format it in the following way to get card s best performance 7 IMPORTANT Formatting a card erases all its data Before formatting any 7 programmed card make a backup file onto your PC
63. s not reach the repeater After your call the repeater The call was successfully sent but no station s Wait for a while and try it again replies UR and its call signal was immediately received sign After your call the repeater e MY call sign has not been set e Set the MY call sign replies RX or RPT and Your call sign has not been registered to the Register your call sign to the D STAR Server Or con the call sign of its gateway D STAR Server Or it s wrong firm the registration of your call sign e Your calling station call sign has not been regis e Ask the servers administrator about your calling sta tered to the D STAR Server Or it s wrong tion s call sign After your call the repeater e The D STAR cannot connect to the called re Wait for a while and try it again replies RPT and call sign peater or it s busy of the called repeater After your call the repeater e The call sign of the called repeater is wrong e Correctly set the called repeater call sign replies RPT and its call sign Even holding down or the The repeater list has been cleared Reprogram the repeater list using the CS 31 clon DR mode will not appear ing software Reprogram the repeater list with the transceiver Even holding down Recs the The call sign has not been correctly received e Try it again after the transceiver has again received received call sign will not its call sign set to t
64. sh again to restart it e While stop sweeping rotate DIAL to move the sweep marker to a detected signal you can hear the signal audio While stop sweeping push CLR to cancel the Band Scope function 12 00 434 c40 SK D IF TOPS Position PRIO Match Continuous 5 WEE X MM 434 340 FSKIF eel BAR TT Sweep marker MENU SCREEN OPERATION B Menu item selection The MENU screen is used for programming infrequently changed values or function settings In addition to this page see pages 33 through 49 for details of each item s options and their default value Y NOTE The Menu screen is constructed in a zoomed Y structure To go to the next level zoom in and to go back Ua level Zoom out SS pO Bs Call Sign RX History DV Memory My Station of DY Set By SPEECH E DTMF T CALL x Function O Display P Sounds Time Set DSD Card Menu lists Entering the Menu screen and operation Example Set the Auto Power OFF function to 30 min D Push MENU MENY 2 Push D pad Jt to select the root item Time Set and then push D pad Ent e f D pad JT is continuously held down the items are sequentially highlighted D pad nm Ent m 41 _ pa 3 Push D pad 11 to select Auto Power OFF and then push D pad Ent 4 Push D pad 11 to select 30 min 5 Pus
65. t be selected from the microphone 77 when Simple mode is selected 10 OPTIONS E HM 75LS REMOTE CONTROL SPEAKER MICROPHONE BE L C 1 78 CARRYING CASE Continued 7 CAUTION e COMMON SIMPLE NORM 1 NORM 2 A When removing the carrying case from the transceiver A Transmits T CALL 1750 Hz tone while pushing PTT A slide the side parts to the direction of the arrows Bb Y NEVER pull the bottom part of the carrying case Other A Volume UP while operating the Monitor function G wise the carrying case may be damaged V Volume DOWN while operating the Monitor function Side parts O When transceiver is in the DR mode Regardless of the MIC Simple Mode setting in FUNCTION menu the Remote control microphone functions on the DR mode Enters UR call sign or link repeater selection TO B Enters Access repeater selection FROM 4 A Selects UP on the displayed items V Selects DOWN on the displayed items DES 6 NEVER pull the bottom parts B VOX function The transceiver has a VOX function which allows hands free operation An optional HS 94 HS 95 or HS 97 headset and the OPC 2006LS plug adapter cable are also required e 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 Optional uni
66. t connection DHold down for 1 second to turn the power OFF 2 Remove the jack cover 3 Connect the HS 94 HS 95 or HS 97 and the OPC 2006LS as illustrated below OPC 2006LS Transceiver Be sure to turn power OFF when plugging in or unplug 7 ging the OPC 2006LS to or from the SP MIC jack SS OPTIONS 10 Selecting the headset type D Turn ON the transceiver 2 Push MENU to enter the Menu screen 3 Push D pad lt to select the root MENS saya l v t DY Set item Function and then push D By SPEECH pad Ent to go to the next screen HE DTMF T CALL D pad X Function Ent E os 11 _ ra FUNCTION Ad MENU gt FUNCTION amp VOX c Headset a Select 3 Refer to the menu sequence show directly above and push D pad 11 to select and then D pad Ent to enter one or more times until the last screen is displayed 4 Push D pad t to select the option HS 95 Select when using the HS 95 HEAPseT SELECT EFEN Other Select when using the HS 94 285 or HS 97 6 Push MENU to exit the Menu screen 10 OPTIONS Turning the VOX function ON or OFF D Push MENU to enter the Menu screen 2 Push D pad t to select the root item Function and then push D pad Ent to go to the next screen D pad Ent iw ND 11 _ Gea MENU gt FUNCTION gt VOX VOX 3 Refer to the menu sequence show directly above and push D pad JT to sel
67. t may cause a fire overheating or the battery may rup ture e WARNING NEVER insert the transceiver battery attached to the transceiver into the charger if it is wet or soiled This could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the charger The charger is not waterproof e CAUTION DO NOT charge the battery outside of the speci fied temperature range 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Icom recommends charging the battery at 25 C 477 F The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range Additionally battery perfor mance or battery life may be reduced 4 BATTERY CHARGING Bl Regular charging Prior to using the transceiver for the first time the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation Battery icon When the transceiver s power is OFF the charging icon se quentially shows L a and tal along with Charging while charging The icon disappears when the battery pack is completely charged When the transceiver power is ON the battery icon sequen tially shows J co 1 and tl while charging and the icon disappears when the battery pack is completely charged Charging 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 e External DC power is possible when using an optional CP 12L CP 19R or OPC 254L The attache
68. tandard non rapid charger Contact your dealer if you have problems charging a new battery pack e NEVER place the transceiver with the battery pack to the desktop charger when the transceiver is connected to the DC power supply This may cause the charger s malfunc tion and the charging indicator of the charger lights red In that case disconnect the AC adapter from the charger and then reconnect the AC adapter to the charger e 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 e Charging period AC Adapter A different type or no AC adapter is supplied depending on the version for DC power source or CP 23L for 12 V cigarette lighter socket can be used instead of the AC adapter BATTERY CHARGING 4 BP 271 approximately 2 0 hours BP 272 approximately 3 5 hours BC 202 optional Desktop charger kg fic E Screws Self tapping screw A 3 5 x atleast 30 mm Purchase separately IDD EE secure the charger Charging indicator e Lights orange While charging e Lights green Charging is completed Blinks orange Charging error has occured 4 BATTERY CHARGING M Rapid charging Continued 7 IMPORTANT Battery charging caution 7 Ensure the guide rails on the battery pack are correctly f aligned with the tabs inside the charger NN Guide rai
69. tery cells since the internal bat tery 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 Never use batteries whose insulated covering is damaged Remove the alkaline batteries when battery case is not used Otherwise the installed alkaline batteries will ex hausted due to built in step up converter NN QW BATTERY CHARGING 4 17 4 BATTERY CHARGING E Battery information 9 Battery life The transceiver operates with the BP 271 or BP 272 Li ion battery packs as follows When operating in the DV mode the operating time may be shortened by one half hour Battery pack Voltage Capacity Battery life 1150 mAh min en ne 1200 mAh typ BP 271 1880 mAh min es 2000 mAh typ 1 When the power save function is set to Auto Short and the operating time is calculated under the following conditions TX RX standby 1 1 8 2 The average operating life depends on the alkaline cells used Battery icon The fm battery icon appears when the BP 271 or BP 272 Li ion battery pack is attached to the transceiver ZZ When the BP 273 battery case is attached to the trans ceiver the battery icon cannot display the battery capac ity of the alkaline batteries The battery icon stays qn and it does not reflect with the true battery capacity ithout disconnecting the battery charger or external D
70. uld cause a fire or damage the transceiver A WARNING NEVER operate or touch the trans ceiver with wet hands This may result in an electric shock or may damage the transceiver CAUTION MAKE SURE the 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 After exposure to water clean the battery contacts thoroughly with fresh water and dry them completely to remove any wa ter or salt residue CAUTION DO NOT use harsh solvents such as ben zine or alcohol to clean the transceiver because they can damage the transceiver s surfaces 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 of time DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below 20 C 4 F or above 60 140 F Place the unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children PRECAUTIONS BE CAREFUL The transceiver meets IPX7 require ments for waterproof protection However once the trans ceiver has been dropped waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the transceiver s case
71. vel E LCD Contrast E 178 16 zi Busy LED E OFF or ON RX Call Sign OFF Auto or Auto RX Hold Sets the contrast level of the LCD Turns the TX RX indicator ON or OFF Selects the call sign display option when receiving a call t Continued on the next page 47 6 MENU SCREEN OPERATION E Menu items and default settings Continued Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA version ZZ The default settings may differ depending on the version Display In this item set the Display options Display Language System Language RANGE OR VALUE Default is shown in bold English or Japanese English or Japanese DESCRIPTIONS Selects to display and scroll a received message when receiving a call Turns the DV RX Backlight function ON or OFF Selects whether or not to display My or Your call sign while transmitting Selects the scrolling speed of the mes sage call sign or other text Selects whether or not to display the opening message at power ON Selects whether or not to display the voltage of the battery or external DC power source at power ON Selects the display language in the DR mode or Menu mode When English is selected in System Language this set ting will disappear selects English or Japanese as the sys tem language of the transceiver MENU SCREEN OPERATION 6 Y NOTE The default settings shown below are for the USA vers
72. y igni Dv 12 00 BH CC C HAMACH4S 434 400 JP1YIU igni Dv 12 00 Ja OTER FROM 2 Rotate DIAL to select a desired access repeater 22 D BASIC OPERATION E Setting a tuning step The following tuning steps are selectable e 5 0 kHz 6 25 kHz 10 0kHz 12 5 kHz 15 0kHz 20 0kHz 25 0 kHz 30 0 kHz e 50 0 kHz 100 0kHz 125 0 kHz 200 0 kHz Tuning step selection D Push V MHz Miz to select VFO mode if necessary 2 Push RESY to open the Quick Menu screen Push D pad 1 to select TS and Rup then push D pad Ent DsQL D pad GPS Position Ent a N IT _ ra 4 Rotate DIAL to select the desired 3 okt tuning step 5 Push D pad Ent to save the setting and exit the Quick Menu screen 25 kHz tuning step DIAL 12 00 430 000 8 IF E Setting a frequency DPush V MHz to select VFO mode if necessary 2 Rotate DIAL to select the desired frequency e The frequency changes according to the selected tuning steps See the previous content to set the tuning step e When VFO mode is selected push V MHz then rotate DIAL to change the frequency in 1 MHz steps Or push V MHz again for 10 MHz steps Depending on versions 10 MHz tuning step is selectable Push V MHz again to cancel it DIAL 12 00 430 000 skap Hoe The frequency changes accord a ing to the selected tuning step 12 00 430 500 PSKIP ees
73. y Push briefly then hold down to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst Q SQUELCH KEY SQL p 20 Hold down to temporarily open the squelch and monitor the operating frequency e While holding down this key rotate DIAL to adjust the squelch level MENU LOCK KEY MENU rO VN gt Push to enter or exit the Menu screen p 32 aM Hold down for 1 second to toggle the Key Lock function ON or OFF p 26 Q FM DV SCAN KEY FM DVeSCAN Umm Push to select the operating mode p 24 e Selectable operating modes are FM FM N and DV Hold down for 1 second to enter the scan type selection mode p 27 e Push again to start the scan e Push to stop the scan Q POWER KEY W Hold down for 1 second to turn the transceiver pow SM er ON or OFF p 19 Q microSD CARD SLOT micro SD p 4 Insert a microSD card of up to 32 GB SDHC EXTERNAL DC IN JACK DC IN e Connects to the supplied wall charger BC 167SA SD SV to charge the attached battery pack p 13 we Connect an external DC power supply through the op tional CP 12L or CP 19R cigarette lighter cable or OPC 254L DC power cable for external DC operation p 18 QUICK MENU KEY QUICK MENU riaa Push to enter or exit the Quick Menu screen p 32 MIU The Quick Menu is used to quickly select various functions D DATA JACK DATA Connects to a PC through the optional OPC 2218LU data communication cable for low speed data communication in the DV

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