Instruction Manual
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...., could void your Icom dealer or distributor for long period of the transceiver. During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiver and microphone as far away as output power, idling current, etc., might damage the expensive final devices. NEVER apply AC power to the ...Other manufacturers' microphones have different pin assignments, and connection to the transceiver. This may reduce transceiver performance and/or damage to the IC-9100 may result in direct sunlight. DO NOT use . R WARNING! This may overheat the transceiver. Immediately turn OFF the trans- DO...
...., could void your Icom dealer or distributor for long period of the transceiver. During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiver and microphone as far away as output power, idling current, etc., might damage the expensive final devices. NEVER apply AC power to the ...Other manufacturers' microphones have different pin assignments, and connection to the transceiver. This may reduce transceiver performance and/or damage to the IC-9100 may result in direct sunlight. DO NOT use . R WARNING! This may overheat the transceiver. Immediately turn OFF the trans- DO...
Instruction Manual
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...■ Packet (AFSK) operation 172 D Frequency display during AFSK operation.. 172 13 ■ Data transmission speed 173 ■ Adjusting the TNC output level 173 14 D Using a level meter or synchroscope......... 173 D Not using a measuring device 173 15 16 OPTION INSTALLATION 174-176 16 &#...9632; Opening the transceiver's case 174 ■ UX-9100 1200 MHz band unit installation....... 175 17 ■ FL-430/FL-431 1st if filter installation. ....... 176 ■ UT-121 digital unit...
...■ Packet (AFSK) operation 172 D Frequency display during AFSK operation.. 172 13 ■ Data transmission speed 173 ■ Adjusting the TNC output level 173 14 D Using a level meter or synchroscope......... 173 D Not using a measuring device 173 15 16 OPTION INSTALLATION 174-176 16 &#...9632; Opening the transceiver's case 174 ■ UX-9100 1200 MHz band unit installation....... 175 17 ■ FL-430/FL-431 1st if filter installation. ....... 176 ■ UT-121 digital unit...
Instruction Manual
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... memory channels are disabled. u MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC] METER SWITCH Operation (p. 45) (Frequency band: ALL) ➥ Hold down for 1 second to turn OFF the power. • Output power: More than 5 mW with an 8 ø load. lights red during transmit. ➥ B links green when an off-frequency signal is automatically bypassed. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION...
... memory channels are disabled. u MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC] METER SWITCH Operation (p. 45) (Frequency band: ALL) ➥ Hold down for 1 second to turn OFF the power. • Output power: More than 5 mW with an 8 ø load. lights red during transmit. ➥ B links green when an off-frequency signal is automatically bypassed. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION...
Instruction Manual
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... required for 1200 MHz frequency band operation. The DSP circuit automatically adjusts the notch frequency to +5100 Hz Higher frequency Lower frequency The optional UX-9100 is required for DV mode operation. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 2 p. 77) Rotate to ...carrier tones, while preserving the desired voice signal. Increases • T he squelch is particularly effective for the MAIN Band. The squelch removes noise output to the speaker or headphones on the MAIN Band. The notch filter is open . This comes from wide, mid and narrow, when the Manual...
... required for 1200 MHz frequency band operation. The DSP circuit automatically adjusts the notch frequency to +5100 Hz Higher frequency Lower frequency The optional UX-9100 is required for DV mode operation. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 2 p. 77) Rotate to ...carrier tones, while preserving the desired voice signal. Increases • T he squelch is particularly effective for the MAIN Band. The squelch removes noise output to the speaker or headphones on the MAIN Band. The notch filter is open . This comes from wide, mid and narrow, when the Manual...
Instruction Manual
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Set for Icom microphones Decreases Increases Decreases @0 RF POWER CONTROL [RF POWER] (p. 46) Rotate to continuously vary the RF output power. !5 N OISE REDUCTION SWITCH [NR] (p. 77) Push to adjust the DSP noise reduction level when the noise reduction function is received on ...NR] (inner control; Recommended level for maximum readability. • To use . p. 77) Rotate to turn DSP noise reduction ON or OFF. Frequency band RF output power range !6 SUB BAND TX/RX INDICATOR HF/50 MHz 2 to 100 W (AM: 2 to shift the received CW audio pitch and the (outer control; ...
Set for Icom microphones Decreases Increases Decreases @0 RF POWER CONTROL [RF POWER] (p. 46) Rotate to continuously vary the RF output power. !5 N OISE REDUCTION SWITCH [NR] (p. 77) Push to adjust the DSP noise reduction level when the noise reduction function is received on ...NR] (inner control; Recommended level for maximum readability. • To use . p. 77) Rotate to turn DSP noise reduction ON or OFF. Frequency band RF output power range !6 SUB BAND TX/RX INDICATOR HF/50 MHz 2 to 100 W (AM: 2 to shift the received CW audio pitch and the (outer control; ...
Instruction Manual
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...(pp. 24, 25, 158) Connect a 50 ø antenna with a PL-259 plug con- Connect a 50 ø antenna with a type-N connector, when the optional UX-9100, 1200 MHz Rear panel view 11 band unit, is installed. 12 r M AIN BAND EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK [EXT-SP (MAIN)] 13 t S UB BAND EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK... (SUB)] (p. 25) Connect to an external speaker (4 to 8 ø). 14 By connecting an external speaker to each or both jacks, the audio output for both the MAIN and SUB 15 Bands can be configured as shown below. 16 External speaker connection MAIN AF SUB AF No connection Internal...
...(pp. 24, 25, 158) Connect a 50 ø antenna with a PL-259 plug con- Connect a 50 ø antenna with a type-N connector, when the optional UX-9100, 1200 MHz Rear panel view 11 band unit, is installed. 12 r M AIN BAND EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK [EXT-SP (MAIN)] 13 t S UB BAND EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK... (SUB)] (p. 25) Connect to an external speaker (4 to 8 ø). 14 By connecting an external speaker to each or both jacks, the audio output for both the MAIN and SUB 15 Bands can be configured as shown below. 16 External speaker connection MAIN AF SUB AF No connection Internal...
Instruction Manual
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on the IC-9100 automatically changes those settings on the front panel. (p. 1) (+) (_) !4 ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] (p. 25) Connect to the ALC output jack of the transceiver. ➥ Use for external control of a non-Icom linear amplifier. !5 SEND CONTROL JACK [SEND] (p. 25) When transmitting,... keyer output using the optional CT-17 ci-v level converter, for transceive function with another IC-9100, using a mini plug cable*, for GPS operation. (p. 121) !2 DATA2 SOCKET [DATA2] (pp. 26, 171) Connect a TNC (Terminal Node Controller), etc. ternal unit, such as a non-Icom linear ...
on the IC-9100 automatically changes those settings on the front panel. (p. 1) (+) (_) !4 ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] (p. 25) Connect to the ALC output jack of the transceiver. ➥ Use for external control of a non-Icom linear amplifier. !5 SEND CONTROL JACK [SEND] (p. 25) When transmitting,... keyer output using the optional CT-17 ci-v level converter, for transceive function with another IC-9100, using a mini plug cable*, for GPS operation. (p. 121) !2 DATA2 SOCKET [DATA2] (pp. 26, 171) Connect a TNC (Terminal Node Controller), etc. ternal unit, such as a non-Icom linear ...
Instruction Manual
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... (High) When this setting in "ACC AF/SQL Select" of the [AF] Output level : 100 to check its switching action before operation. [Example] ACC socket eHSEND or uVSEND i13.8 V Switching diode Relay To a non-Icom linear amplifier *2 V SEND is used for the 144 MHz, 430 MHz, and 1200... MHz bands, and HSEND is used for the MAIN Band's AF and squelch by default. Output voltage (Low) Current flow nal equipment. : 2.0 V to 20.0 V : ...
... (High) When this setting in "ACC AF/SQL Select" of the [AF] Output level : 100 to check its switching action before operation. [Example] ACC socket eHSEND or uVSEND i13.8 V Switching diode Relay To a non-Icom linear amplifier *2 V SEND is used for the 144 MHz, 430 MHz, and 1200... MHz bands, and HSEND is used for the MAIN Band's AF and squelch by default. Output voltage (Low) Current flow nal equipment. : 2.0 V to 20.0 V : ...
Instruction Manual
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...T o avoid interfering transmissions, connect squelch to the TNC to 0.5 Vp-p GND Common ground for DATA IN, DATA OUT and AF OUT. --- Output impedance eration only. Output level : 4.7 k˘ : 100-300 mV rms SQL* Squelch out terminal. This pin is SQL open . • Keep RF gain at...activate the Input voltage (Low) transmitter. : 2.0 V to 20.0 V : -0.5 V to +0.8 V DATA OUT* Data out terminal for 1200 bps op- Output impedance Output level : 10 k˘ : 1.0 Vp-p AF OUT* Data out terminal for 9600 bps operation only. You can change this setting in "DATA AF/SQL Select...
...T o avoid interfering transmissions, connect squelch to the TNC to 0.5 Vp-p GND Common ground for DATA IN, DATA OUT and AF OUT. --- Output impedance eration only. Output level : 4.7 k˘ : 100-300 mV rms SQL* Squelch out terminal. This pin is SQL open . • Keep RF gain at...activate the Input voltage (Low) transmitter. : 2.0 V to 20.0 V : -0.5 V to +0.8 V DATA OUT* Data out terminal for 1200 bps op- Output impedance Output level : 10 k˘ : 1.0 Vp-p AF OUT* Data out terminal for 9600 bps operation only. You can change this setting in "DATA AF/SQL Select...
Instruction Manual
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... connected to the [ANT1] con- y MEMORY CHANNEL READOUTS Displays the selected memory channel. t FUNCTION DISPLAY (p. 19) Shows the function of a received signal strength or the output power is displayed for HF/50 MHz. • "ANT1" appears when the [ANT1] connector is se- 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ LCD display q w e r q w t !0... 37, 39) w MULTI-FUNCTION METER INDICATION ➥ Displays the signal strength while receiving. ➥ Displays the relative output power, SWR, ALC or compression levels while transmitting. ➥ When the Meter Peak Hold function is ON, the peak ...
... connected to the [ANT1] con- y MEMORY CHANNEL READOUTS Displays the selected memory channel. t FUNCTION DISPLAY (p. 19) Shows the function of a received signal strength or the output power is displayed for HF/50 MHz. • "ANT1" appears when the [ANT1] connector is se- 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ LCD display q w e r q w t !0... 37, 39) w MULTI-FUNCTION METER INDICATION ➥ Displays the signal strength while receiving. ➥ Displays the relative output power, SWR, ALC or compression levels while transmitting. ➥ When the Meter Peak Hold function is ON, the peak ...
Instruction Manual
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... in the "GPS Out" item of the Set mode. (p. 168). • A GPS data from the GPS receiver, which is connected to the [DATA1] jack, is output to the [USB] port. @6 GPS TX ICON (p. 134) ➥ "GPS" appears when the GPS transmission mode is set to GPS. ➥ "GPS-A" appears when GPS...
... in the "GPS Out" item of the Set mode. (p. 168). • A GPS data from the GPS receiver, which is connected to the [DATA1] jack, is output to the [USB] port. @6 GPS TX ICON (p. 134) ➥ "GPS" appears when the GPS transmission mode is set to GPS. ➥ "GPS-A" appears when GPS...
Instruction Manual
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...) on and solder it . When the SWR is higher than approximately 2.0:1, the transceiver automatically reduces the TX power to match the transceiver and antenna. The IC-9100 has an SWR meter to continuously monitor the antenna SWR. w Clamp Center conductor 3 mm 6 mm Strip the cable and fold the braid back over the...
...) on and solder it . When the SWR is higher than approximately 2.0:1, the transceiver automatically reduces the TX power to match the transceiver and antenna. The IC-9100 has an SWR meter to continuously monitor the antenna SWR. w Clamp Center conductor 3 mm 6 mm Strip the cable and fold the braid back over the...
Instruction Manual
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...POWER SUPPLY AC outlet PS-126 To disconnect q w To [DC 13.8V] AC cable DC power cable Ground Transceiver D Connecting a non-Icom DC POWER SUPPLY Transceiver For European versions Transceiver AC outlet Ground A DC power supply 13.8 V; at least 24 Amperes. CAUTION: Before connecting... the DC power cable, check the following important items. Make sure: • The [POWER] switch is OFF. • Output voltage of the power source is correct. 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Power supply connections When operating the transceiver with AC power, use a non...
...POWER SUPPLY AC outlet PS-126 To disconnect q w To [DC 13.8V] AC cable DC power cable Ground Transceiver D Connecting a non-Icom DC POWER SUPPLY Transceiver For European versions Transceiver AC outlet Ground A DC power supply 13.8 V; at least 24 Amperes. CAUTION: Before connecting... the DC power cable, check the following important items. Make sure: • The [POWER] switch is OFF. • Output voltage of the power source is correct. 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Power supply connections When operating the transceiver with AC power, use a non...
Instruction Manual
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... amplifier To an antenna RF OUTPUT RF INPUT GND ALC SEND Non-Icom linear amplifier Ground 50 ø coaxial cable [ANT1] Transceiver [GND] [ALC] [SEND] R WARNING! • Set the transceiver output power and linear amplifier ALC output level after referring to the linear amplifier instruction manual. • T he IC-9100 SEND terminal (ACC connector pin 3) is...
... amplifier To an antenna RF OUTPUT RF INPUT GND ALC SEND Non-Icom linear amplifier Ground 50 ø coaxial cable [ANT1] Transceiver [GND] [ALC] [SEND] R WARNING! • Set the transceiver output power and linear amplifier ALC output level after referring to the linear amplifier instruction manual. • T he IC-9100 SEND terminal (ACC connector pin 3) is...
Instruction Manual
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...ou can be used as this can damage the internal 8 V regulator. w e r FUNCTION +8 V DC output Frequency up /down to pin 1 for microphone operation. In such case, the frequency and memory channel cannot be changed using a non-Icom microphone. 2 ■ Microphones D HM-36 q q w w D SM-50 (Option) q rq ...Set mode. 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Microphone connector information (Front panel view) q Microphone input w +8 V DC output i Main band's AF output (varies with [AF]) u GND (Microphone ground) y GND (PTT ground) e Frequency up Frequency down Squelch open Squelch...
...ou can be used as this can damage the internal 8 V regulator. w e r FUNCTION +8 V DC output Frequency up /down to pin 1 for microphone operation. In such case, the frequency and memory channel cannot be changed using a non-Icom microphone. 2 ■ Microphones D HM-36 q q w w D SM-50 (Option) q rq ...Set mode. 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Microphone connector information (Front panel view) q Microphone input w +8 V DC output i Main band's AF output (varies with [AF]) u GND (Microphone ground) y GND (PTT ground) e Frequency up Frequency down Squelch open Squelch...
Instruction Manual
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... is OFF. • ON (Default) : W hen you tune into a range, and an lower tone error beep sounds when you tune out of a range. The beep output level can be programmed in the "User Band Edge" item. Also transmission is in the Set mode. [∫] [√] [MENU] [MAIN DIAL] SET B a n d E d g e B e e p Ù 6Ú...
... is OFF. • ON (Default) : W hen you tune into a range, and an lower tone error beep sounds when you tune out of a range. The beep output level can be programmed in the "User Band Edge" item. Also transmission is in the Set mode. [∫] [√] [MENU] [MAIN DIAL] SET B a n d E d g e B e e p Ù 6Ú...
Instruction Manual
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... set to the 12 o'clock position. AM/FM/DV Operates as only a ALL squelch control. • RF gain is fixed open ; The squelch removes noise output to open the squelch. • When functioning as an RF gain control (Squelch is open . SSB/CW/RTTY/ AM Operates as an RF gain control...
... set to the 12 o'clock position. AM/FM/DV Operates as only a ALL squelch control. • RF gain is fixed open ; The squelch removes noise output to open the squelch. • When functioning as an RF gain control (Squelch is open . SSB/CW/RTTY/ AM Operates as an RF gain control...
Instruction Manual
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...percent), and it . quency. • ALC : D isplays the ALC level. Increases [AF] ."*/#BOE Decreases ■ Voice synthesizer operation The IC-9100 has a built-in voice synthesizer to announce the currently selected frequency, mode and S-meter level*. * The S-meter level announcement can be toggled between ... COMP. • SWR : Displays the SWR of the Set mode, you should hold down [SPEECH/LOCK] for your convenience. RF output power is always displayed. ➥ Hold down [ANT•METER] for 1 second to toggle the transmit meter function between three functions ...
...percent), and it . quency. • ALC : D isplays the ALC level. Increases [AF] ."*/#BOE Decreases ■ Voice synthesizer operation The IC-9100 has a built-in voice synthesizer to announce the currently selected frequency, mode and S-meter level*. * The S-meter level announcement can be toggled between ... COMP. • SWR : Displays the SWR of the Set mode, you should hold down [SPEECH/LOCK] for your convenience. RF output power is always displayed. ➥ Hold down [ANT•METER] for 1 second to toggle the transmit meter function between three functions ...
Instruction Manual
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... 1 2 3 [RF POWER] SUB Band TX/RX indicator 4 NOTE: When you cannot receive on the SUB Band closes. Recommended level for Icom microphones Decreases Increases e R elease [PTT] to select the ALC meter. 3 BASIC OPERATION ■ Basic transmit operation Before transmitting, monitor the ..., while speaking into the microphone, rotate [MIC GAIN] with another station listening to receive. (or push [TRANSMIT]) ✔ Adjusting the transmit output power ➥ Rotate [RF POWER]. In the AM, FM and DV modes: While speaking into the microphone, rotate [MIC GAIN] so that...
... 1 2 3 [RF POWER] SUB Band TX/RX indicator 4 NOTE: When you cannot receive on the SUB Band closes. Recommended level for Icom microphones Decreases Increases e R elease [PTT] to select the ALC meter. 3 BASIC OPERATION ■ Basic transmit operation Before transmitting, monitor the ..., while speaking into the microphone, rotate [MIC GAIN] with another station listening to receive. (or push [TRANSMIT]) ✔ Adjusting the transmit output power ➥ Rotate [RF POWER]. In the AM, FM and DV modes: While speaking into the microphone, rotate [MIC GAIN] so that...
Instruction Manual
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... 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 48 i Push [TRANSMIT] to key your CW signals. • The Po meter indicates transmitted CW output power. e R otate [MAIN DIAL] to tune a desired signal. • The S-meter displays the received signal strength. • The tuning step can be changed using the...
... 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 48 i Push [TRANSMIT] to key your CW signals. • The Po meter indicates transmitted CW output power. e R otate [MAIN DIAL] to tune a desired signal. • The S-meter displays the received signal strength. • The tuning step can be changed using the...
