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... Channel 16. This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for choosing this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. Equipment damage may lose its waterproof protection if the case or connector cover is designed and built with a soft, wet (fresh water) cloth, then, dry it with Icom' s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. The transceiver...
... Channel 16. This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for choosing this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. Equipment damage may lose its waterproof protection if the case or connector cover is designed and built with a soft, wet (fresh water) cloth, then, dry it with Icom' s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. The transceiver...
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... or damage the transceiver. TROUBLESHOOTING 17 9. CHANNEL LIST 18 10. R WARNING! This could cause bodily injury. The transceiver rear panel will damage the transceiver's surfaces. NEVER operate the transceiver during a lightning storm. CAUTION: NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of time. SET MODE 12 7. INDEX 20 BE CAREFUL! PRECAUTIONS R WARNING! SCAN OPERATION 9 5. BASIC OPERATION 4 4. CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE 14 DO NOT use or place the transceiver in an electric...
... or damage the transceiver. TROUBLESHOOTING 17 9. CHANNEL LIST 18 10. R WARNING! This could cause bodily injury. The transceiver rear panel will damage the transceiver's surfaces. NEVER operate the transceiver during a lightning storm. CAUTION: NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of time. SET MODE 12 7. INDEX 20 BE CAREFUL! PRECAUTIONS R WARNING! SCAN OPERATION 9 5. BASIC OPERATION 4 4. CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE 14 DO NOT use or place the transceiver in an electric...
Instruction Manual
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...'s identification for you are not operating on another channel. ••False or fraudulent Distress signals are prohibited and punishable by small vessel radio operators when a radio is prohibited. If required, only a licensed radio operator may require a current radio station license before using the transceiver. DDRADIO LICENSES (1) SHIP STATION LICENSE You may operate a transceiver. If required, the Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must monitor Channel 16 when you , cannot lawfully...
...'s identification for you are not operating on another channel. ••False or fraudulent Distress signals are prohibited and punishable by small vessel radio operators when a radio is prohibited. If required, only a licensed radio operator may require a current radio station license before using the transceiver. DDRADIO LICENSES (1) SHIP STATION LICENSE You may operate a transceiver. If required, the Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must monitor Channel 16 when you , cannot lawfully...
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... and adjusts the audio volume level. (p. 6) e SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL] Rotate to set or clear the 4 displayed channel as a TAG channel. (p. 10) 5 u DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH KEY [DW] 6 Push to start or stop Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 11) 7 ■■Microphone q 8 9 q PTT SWITCH [PTT] Hold down to transmit, release 10 to receive. (p. 6) 11 w CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [▲]/[▼] w 12 Push either key to change the e 13 operating channel, Set mode 14 settings and...
... and adjusts the audio volume level. (p. 6) e SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL] Rotate to set or clear the 4 displayed channel as a TAG channel. (p. 10) 5 u DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH KEY [DW] 6 Push to start or stop Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 11) 7 ■■Microphone q 8 9 q PTT SWITCH [PTT] Hold down to transmit, release 10 to receive. (p. 6) 11 w CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [▲]/[▼] w 12 Push either key to change the e 13 operating channel, Set mode 14 settings and...
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... ■ Function display w er t y u i q o q CHANNEL GROUP ICON Displayed when a U.S.A. "U," International " ," or Canadian "C" channel group is selected. r BUSY ICON Displayed when receiving a signal or when the squelch is open. 3 t CALL CHANNEL ICON Displayed when the Call channel is selected. (p. 4) y TAG CHANNEL ICON Displayed when a TAG channel is selected. (p. 10) u LOW POWER ICON Displayed when low power is selected. w CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT Displays the selected channel number. L See CHANNEL LIST (p. 18) for details. L " " scrolls when the battery voltage drops to...
... ■ Function display w er t y u i q o q CHANNEL GROUP ICON Displayed when a U.S.A. "U," International " ," or Canadian "C" channel group is selected. r BUSY ICON Displayed when receiving a signal or when the squelch is open. 3 t CALL CHANNEL ICON Displayed when the Call channel is selected. (p. 4) y TAG CHANNEL ICON Displayed when a TAG channel is selected. (p. 10) u LOW POWER ICON Displayed when low power is selected. w CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT Displays the selected channel number. L See CHANNEL LIST (p. 18) for details. L " " scrolls when the battery voltage drops to...
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... channel number is displayed. 1122 L Push [CHAN] to return to make channel (Default: Channel 9*). It is monitored during Tri-watch . Push * Channel 16 or any other channel may be quickly recalled by simply pushing a key. Scrolls L Push [CHAN] to return to select an operating channel. 1155 TIP: When the FAV on MIC function (p. 13) is monitored during Dualwatch and Tri-watch . 5 monitor Channel 16. Channel 16 is used channel...
... channel number is displayed. 1122 L Push [CHAN] to return to make channel (Default: Channel 9*). It is monitored during Tri-watch . Push * Channel 16 or any other channel may be quickly recalled by simply pushing a key. Scrolls L Push [CHAN] to return to select an operating channel. 1155 TIP: When the FAV on MIC function (p. 13) is monitored during Dualwatch and Tri-watch . 5 monitor Channel 16. Channel 16 is used channel...
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... L "LOW" is displayed when you select low power. 14 L Select low power for shorter distance and high power for longer distance communications. 15 L For some channels, you can only select low power. 16 6. Hold down [PTT] to receive. 6 Rotate [VOL] to 4 1. Set the audio and squelch levels. the timer. zzRotate [VOL] to select the output power if necessary. Release [PTT] to end your transmission and reset 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 audio is output...
... L "LOW" is displayed when you select low power. 14 L Select low power for shorter distance and high power for longer distance communications. 15 L For some channels, you can only select low power. 16 6. Hold down [PTT] to receive. 6 Rotate [VOL] to 4 1. Set the audio and squelch levels. the timer. zzRotate [VOL] to select the output power if necessary. Release [PTT] to end your transmission and reset 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 audio is output...
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... alternately blink. 3. Push [Ù] or [Ú] to set the displayed channel as the Call channel. ••2 short beeps sound. ••The channel number stops blinking and the setting is used . Select the desired channel. 2. While holding down [16/C] again for 1 second to select the Call channel of up to select Channel 9 (default). L Push [16/C] or [CHAN] to 4 digit channels. However, you select a channel. L You cannot enter a channel name...
... alternately blink. 3. Push [Ù] or [Ú] to set the displayed channel as the Call channel. ••2 short beeps sound. ••The channel number stops blinking and the setting is used . Select the desired channel. 2. While holding down [16/C] again for 1 second to select the Call channel of up to select Channel 9 (default). L Push [16/C] or [CHAN] to 4 digit channels. However, you select a channel. L You cannot enter a channel name...
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at the same time, turn vibrating noise. 5 ON the transceiver to toggle the Microphone Lock zz W hile holding down [SCAN], push [▲] or [▼] 14 to adjust the brightness of [VOL] level setting. 8 L W hile the AquaQuake function is ON, key operations are disabled. 9 L " " scrolls. 10 ■■Backlight brightness level 11 12 The display and keys can use the AquaQuake function to 7 drain water...
at the same time, turn vibrating noise. 5 ON the transceiver to toggle the Microphone Lock zz W hile holding down [SCAN], push [▲] or [▼] 14 to adjust the brightness of [VOL] level setting. 8 L W hile the AquaQuake function is ON, key operations are disabled. 9 L " " scrolls. 10 ■■Backlight brightness level 11 12 The display and keys can use the AquaQuake function to 7 drain water...
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... Channel 16 disappears. • A channel other than Channel 16: The scan switches to scan as a TAG channel. PRIORITY SCAN CH 01 CH 02 CH 06 CH 16 CH 03 CH 05 CH 04 A priority scan sequentially searches through all TAG channels while also monitoring Channel 16. 4 SCAN OPERATION ■■Scan types You can find ongoing calls by scanning the channels. NOTE: Before starting a scan ••Set the channels...
... Channel 16 disappears. • A channel other than Channel 16: The scan switches to scan as a TAG channel. PRIORITY SCAN CH 01 CH 02 CH 06 CH 16 CH 03 CH 05 CH 04 A priority scan sequentially searches through all TAG channels while also monitoring Channel 16. 4 SCAN OPERATION ■■Scan types You can find ongoing calls by scanning the channels. NOTE: Before starting a scan ••Set the channels...
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... [Ù] and [Ú] on the transceiver at the same 4 time to set the displayed channel as a TAG ••" " blinks during Priority scan. 15 to 2 short beeps) to stop the scan. 16 selected channel group. TAG channels can set the desired channel as TAG channels. 10 Push [SCAN] to start a scan. 4. L When a signal is detected, scan pauses until a long beep changes received on Channel 16 during a Priority scan, " " blinks 8 channel. 3. Hold down [HI/LO] on...
... [Ù] and [Ú] on the transceiver at the same 4 time to set the displayed channel as a TAG ••" " blinks during Priority scan. 15 to 2 short beeps) to stop the scan. 16 selected channel group. TAG channels can set the desired channel as TAG channels. 10 Push [SCAN] to start a scan. 4. L When a signal is detected, scan pauses until a long beep changes received on Channel 16 during a Priority scan, " " blinks 8 channel. 3. Hold down [HI/LO] on...
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... the Set mode. (p. 13) 1. A signal is received on Channel 16. 3. Push [DUAL] (SCAN) again to cancel Dualwatch or Tri-watch. "TW" blinks during Dualwatch. DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION Call channel NOTE: Select Dualwatch or Tri-watch resumes after the signal disappears. 3. 5 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH Dualwatch and Tri-watch are convenient to monitor Channel 16 while you are operating on another channel...
... the Set mode. (p. 13) 1. A signal is received on Channel 16. 3. Push [DUAL] (SCAN) again to cancel Dualwatch or Tri-watch. "TW" blinks during Dualwatch. DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION Call channel NOTE: Select Dualwatch or Tri-watch resumes after the signal disappears. 3. 5 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH Dualwatch and Tri-watch are convenient to monitor Channel 16 while you are operating on another channel...
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...; Scan type • Scan resume timer 4 5 6 DDSet mode operation 1. Push [▲] or [▼] to exit the Set mode. • FAV on the dealer setting. DDSet mode sequence 2 3 NOTE: Available functions may differ depending on MIC • Key Beep 13 14 15 16 Scrolls 12 Ask your desired item is selected. 12 4. 6 SET MODE ■■Set mode 1 In the Set mode, you can change the setting. 5. Turn OFF the transceiver...
...; Scan type • Scan resume timer 4 5 6 DDSet mode operation 1. Push [▲] or [▼] to exit the Set mode. • FAV on the dealer setting. DDSet mode sequence 2 3 NOTE: Available functions may differ depending on MIC • Key Beep 13 14 15 16 Scrolls 12 Ask your desired item is selected. 12 4. 6 SET MODE ■■Set mode 1 In the Set mode, you can change the setting. 5. Turn OFF the transceiver...
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... resumes even if a signal has been received on any channel other than Channel 16. (p. 10) Scan timer OFF (default) Scan timer ON 13 DDDual/Tri-watch Select whether to start Dualwatch or Tri-watch DDKey Beep Turn the key beep ON or OFF. 6 BASIC OPERATION ■■Set mode items Push[▲] or [▼]to change the setting DDScan type Select whether to start the...
... resumes even if a signal has been received on any channel other than Channel 16. (p. 10) Scan timer OFF (default) Scan timer ON 13 DDDual/Tri-watch Select whether to start Dualwatch or Tri-watch DDKey Beep Turn the key beep ON or OFF. 6 BASIC OPERATION ■■Set mode items Push[▲] or [▼]to change the setting DDScan type Select whether to start the...
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... line Used only for maintenance purposes. 7 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE ■■Connections w q e q AF OUT LEADS Blue: External Speaker (+) Gray: External Speaker (-) Connects to a marine VHF antenna. 14 15 CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may 16 damage the transceiver. 14 Before connecting to a piece of equipment, cut the leads to remove the connectors, if desired. 1 w DC POWER CONNECTORS 2 Connects the supplied DC power cable to an...
... line Used only for maintenance purposes. 7 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE ■■Connections w q e q AF OUT LEADS Blue: External Speaker (+) Gray: External Speaker (-) Connects to a marine VHF antenna. 14 15 CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may 16 damage the transceiver. 14 Before connecting to a piece of equipment, cut the leads to remove the connectors, if desired. 1 w DC POWER CONNECTORS 2 Connects the supplied DC power cable to an...
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7 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE ■■Supplied accessories For the mounting bracket Mounting bracket Knobs Screws (5×20 mm) Flat washers Spring washers (M5) (M5) Microphone hanger DC power cable and screws (3×16 mm) ■■Antenna A key element in the performance of the problem. Then replace the damaged fuse with a dry, soft cloth. DO NOT use harsh solvents such...
7 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE ■■Supplied accessories For the mounting bracket Mounting bracket Knobs Screws (5×20 mm) Flat washers Spring washers (M5) (M5) Microphone hanger DC power cable and screws (3×16 mm) ■■Antenna A key element in the performance of the problem. Then replace the damaged fuse with a dry, soft cloth. DO NOT use harsh solvents such...
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... from the Volume level is too low. Key beeps are not set. Speaker has been exposed to select high power. REF. p. 8 Set squelch to scan as "TAG" channels. Scan does not start. Select other channels. Set the channels you want to the threshold point. speaker. p. 6 Cannot transmit or output power is selected. p. 6 p. 10 p. 13 17 8 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Power does not come on the microphone to water. No sound is...
... from the Volume level is too low. Key beeps are not set. Speaker has been exposed to select high power. REF. p. 8 Set squelch to scan as "TAG" channels. Scan does not start. Select other channels. Set the channels you want to the threshold point. speaker. p. 6 Cannot transmit or output power is selected. p. 6 p. 10 p. 13 17 8 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Power does not come on the microphone to water. No sound is...
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9 CHANNEL LIST Channel number Frequency (MHz) USA INT CAN Transmit Receive 01 01 156.050 160.650 01A 156.050 156.050 02 02 156...160.925 66A 66A 66A*1 156.325 156.325 67*2 67 67 156.375 156.375 *1 Low power only. *2 Momentary high power. Channel number Frequency (MHz) USA INT CAN Transmit Receive 68 68 68 156.425 156.425 69 69 69 156.475 156.475 71 71 71 ... 161.550 2020 161.600 161.600 2078 161.525 161.525 2079 161.575 161.575 NOTE: Simplex channels, 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in U.S.A. waters. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ...
9 CHANNEL LIST Channel number Frequency (MHz) USA INT CAN Transmit Receive 01 01 156.050 160.650 01A 156.050 156.050 02 02 156...160.925 66A 66A 66A*1 156.325 156.325 67*2 67 67 156.375 156.375 *1 Low power only. *2 Momentary high power. Channel number Frequency (MHz) USA INT CAN Transmit Receive 68 68 68 156.425 156.425 69 69 69 156.475 156.475 71 71 71 ... 161.550 2020 161.600 161.600 2078 161.525 161.525 2079 161.575 161.575 NOTE: Simplex channels, 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in U.S.A. waters. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ...
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... responsible for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver. 10 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ■■Specifications General ••Frequency coverage: Transmit 156.025~162.000 MHz Receive 156.025~162.025 MHz ••Type of emission : FM (16K0G3E) ••Antenna impedance : 50 Ω nominal ••Operating temperature range: -20°C to , fires, earthquakes, storms, floods, lightning, other natural...
... responsible for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver. 10 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ■■Specifications General ••Frequency coverage: Transmit 156.025~162.000 MHz Receive 156.025~162.025 MHz ••Type of emission : FM (16K0G3E) ••Antenna impedance : 50 Ω nominal ••Operating temperature range: -20°C to , fires, earthquakes, storms, floods, lightning, other natural...
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...channels 5 Lock function 8 TAG channel Accessories 15 Low power 6 Clearing 10 1 AF out lead 14 Microphone 2 Setting 10 2 Antenna 15 Microphone Lock function 8 Time-out Timer 6 Antenna connector 14 Mounting 16 TOT 6 3 AquaQuake function 8 Options 19 Transmitting 6 4 Audio output level 6 Output power 6 Tri-watch 11, 13 Backlight 8 Receiving 6 Troubleshooting 17 5 Call channel 4 Scan 6 Setting 7 Channel Normal scan 9 Priority scan 9 7 Channel 16 4 Starting a scan 10 8 Channel group 5 Scan type 9 Channel list 18 Scan resume timer 13 Channel...
...channels 5 Lock function 8 TAG channel Accessories 15 Low power 6 Clearing 10 1 AF out lead 14 Microphone 2 Setting 10 2 Antenna 15 Microphone Lock function 8 Time-out Timer 6 Antenna connector 14 Mounting 16 TOT 6 3 AquaQuake function 8 Options 19 Transmitting 6 4 Audio output level 6 Output power 6 Tri-watch 11, 13 Backlight 8 Receiving 6 Troubleshooting 17 5 Call channel 4 Scan 6 Setting 7 Channel Normal scan 9 Priority scan 9 7 Channel 16 4 Starting a scan 10 8 Channel group 5 Scan type 9 Channel list 18 Scan resume timer 13 Channel...