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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

iF111

VHF TRANSCEIVER

iF121
iF211

iF221

UHF TRANSCEIVER

Summary of Contents for IC-F111

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL iF111 VHF TRANSCEIVER iF121 iF211 iF221 UHF TRANSCEIVER ...

Page 2: ...ssia and or other countries RWARNING NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock RWARNING NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 16 V DC such as a 24 V battery This connection will ruin the transceiver RWARNING NEVER cut the DC power cable be tween the DC plug and fuse holder If an incorrect connection is made after...

Page 3: ... alcohol when cleaning as they damage the transceiver surfaces For U S A only CAUTION Changes or modifications to this transceiver not expressly approved by Icom Inc could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations TABLE OF CONTENTS ii IMPORTANT i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS i PRECAUTIONS i TABLE OF CONTENTS ii 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 6 Front panel 1 Function display 2 Programmab...

Page 4: ... name 5 tone code DTMF numbers and audible condition etc NOTE The above functions depend on pre programming e UP DOWN KEYS Push to select the operating channel Can be programmed for one of several functions by your dealer Same as P0 to P3 keys r POWER SWITCH POWER Push to turn the power ON and OFF The following functions are available at power ON as options Automatic scan start Password prompt Set...

Page 5: ...k Automatic priority channel selection when off hook Sets to Inaudible condition mute condition when on hook Sets to Audible condition unmute condition when off hook Function display q w e r t y u i q TRANSMIT INDICATOR Appears while transmitting w BUSY INDICATOR Appears while the channel is busy e SIGNAL STRENGTH METER Indicates relative receive signal strength level r LOW POWER INDICATOR Appears...

Page 6: ...keys Consult your Icom dealer for details concerning your trans ceiver s programming In the following explanations programmable function names are bracketed The specific switch used to activate the func tion depends on programming CH UP AND DOWN KEYS CH UP CH DN Select an operating channel Select a transmit code channel after pushing the TX CH key Select a DTMF channel after pushing the DTMF key S...

Page 7: ...hannel independently Push and hold the key to unmute the channel audio is emitted Audible condition Push the key to toggle between the mute and unmute conditions toggles between Audible and Inaudible Push the key to mute the channel sets to Inaudible only Push the key to unmute the channel sets to Audible only Push the key after communication is finished to send a reset code NOTE The unmute condit...

Page 8: ...it a specified DTMF code CALL KEY Transmit a 2 tone 5 tone code Call transmission is necessary before you call another station depending on your signaling system The CAL A and or CAL B keys may be available when your system employs selective Individual Group calls Contact your dealer about which call is assigned to each key EMERGENCY KEY EMER Push and hold the key to transmit an emergency call If ...

Page 9: ...its Do not install version 01 as they are not compatible Some PC board modifications are required when installing UT 109 or UT 110 Please refer to Optional UT 109 or UT 110 installation p 14 Please contact your dealer for details USER SET MODE KEY SET Changes the contents of the items in the User Set mode Please refer to p 10 Push and hold this key for 1 sec to enter set mode Push this key again m...

Page 10: ...this case turn the power off and start over Channel selection Several types of channel selection are available The meth ods may differ according to your system setup NON BANK TYPE Push to select the desired operating channel in se quence or push one of the CH 1 to CH 4 keys to select a channel directly BANK TYPE Push BANK to select the desired bank number or name AUTOMATIC SCAN TYPE Channel settin...

Page 11: ...ice level t Release PTT to receive IMPORTANT To maximize the readability of your signal Pause briefly after pushing PTT Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm 2 to 4 inches from your mouth then speak into the microphone at a nor mal voice level D Transmitting notes Transmit inhibit function The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict transmission under the following conditions The channel...

Page 12: ... Push or to select the desired number of the blinking digit e Push TX CH to enter the selected number and the next digit will start blinking automatically r Repeat step w and e to input all allowed digits t Push CALL to transmit the selected TX code D DTMF transmission If the transceiver has a DTMF key the automatic DTMF transmission function is available Up to 8 DTMF channels may be available To ...

Page 13: ... to set seldom changed settings w Push and hold P0 to select the appropriate item Then push or to set the desired level mode Available set mode functions Backlight OFF Dim Auto or ON Beep OFF or ON SQL Level 0 to 255 AF Min level 0 to 255 e Push POWER or push and hold P0 again to exit set mode User set mode is also available via a programmable key Please refer to p 6 SET section SET is allowed for...

Page 14: ... connector q Solder Crimp NOTE Use the terminals as shown below for the cable connections R WARNING NEVER re move the fuse holder from the DC power cable R WARNING NEVER con nect to a 24 V battery Optional speaker SP 22 Rear panel and connection 11 3 CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ...

Page 15: ...AKER JACK Connect a 4 8 ø external speaker if desired Supplied Accessories q w e r y u i o 0 1 2 t q Microphone 1 w Microphone hanger and screw set 1 set e Microphone hanger cable 1 r DC power cable OPC 1132 1 t Function name stickers KEY STICKER 1 y Mounting bracket 1 u Bracket bolts 4 i Mounting screws M5 12 4 o Self tapping screws M5 20 4 0 Flat washers 4 1 Spring washers 4 2 Nuts 4 Function na...

Page 16: ...asher Nut Felts reduce the vibration effects Felt Felt When using self tapping screws Optional UT 108 installation Install the optional UT 108 unit as follows q Turn the power OFF then disconnect the DC power cable w Unscrew the 4 cover screws then remove the bot tom cover e Install the unit as shown in the diagram below r Replace the bottom cover and screws then re con nect the DC power cable UT ...

Page 17: ... cover and screws Front panel MIC DISC NOTE Be sure to re solder the above disconnected points when you remove the scrambler units Other wise no TX modulation or AF output is available Optional OPC 617 installation Install the OPC 617 as shown below OPC 617 Cut off the bushing as in the illustra tion when you install the optional OPC 617 q Dimmer cont IN or IGSW cont IN w AF OUT e Det AF OUT r Mod...

Page 18: ...lied DC power cable If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning track down the source of the problem if possible and replace the dam aged fuse with a new rated one Fuse rating 20 A Cleaning If the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty wipe it clean with a soft dry cloth AVOID the use of solvents such as benzene or al cohol as they may damage the transceiver sur faces 15 3 CONNECTION AND MAIN...

Page 19: ... unit Provides pager and code squelch capabilities UT 109 UT 110 02 scrambler units UT 109 Non rolling type max 32 codes UT 110 Rolling type max 1020 codes OPC 617 acc cable Allows you to connect to an external terminal 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...

Page 20: ...vehicle as worst case the antenna shall be located on the roof top at any place on the centre line along the vehicle in order to achieve 79 centimeters separation distance In order to ensure this distance is met the installation of the antenna must be mounted at least 79 centimeters away from the nearest edge of the vehicle in order to protect against exposure to bystanders CAUTION To ensure that ...

Page 21: ...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 ante...

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Page 24: ...1 1 32 Kamiminami Hirano ku Osaka 547 0003 Japan A 6235H 1EX e Printed in Japan 2003 2009 Icom Inc ...

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