PANEL DESCRIPTION
Turning power ON
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Prior to using the battery pack for the first time, or after not
using it for a long time, you must fully charge the pack for
optimum battery life and operation. See the back page of this
sheet.
Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power.
➥
BASIC OPERATION
Receiving and Transmitting
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Receiving:
Select a channel.
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Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR].
➥
Push one of the memory channel keys, [MR-CH 1] to
➥
[MR-CH 4].
When receiving a call, rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio
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output level to a comfortable listening level.
NOTE:
When a matched RX code signal is received, the
transceiver automatically transmits its microphone audio
for a specified time period, depending on the presetting.
Ask your dealer for details.
Transmitting:
CAUTION:
Attach an antenna before transmitting. Trans-
mitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver.
Wait until the channel is clear to avoid interference.
While holding down [PTT], speak at a normal voice level.
q
Release [PTT] to receive.
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NOTE:
To maximize the readability of your signal:
1. After pushing [PTT], pause briefly before you start
speaking.
2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from
your mouth, then speak at a normal voice level.
[ ROTARY
SELECTOR]
[VOL]
Status indicator
Speaker
Multi connector
Microphone
[PTT]
Upper key
*
Lower key
*
Antenna
connector
• BP-277EX
li
-
ion
battery
pack
Voltage:
7.4 V
Capacity: 1800 mAh (min.) 1900 mAh (typ.)
Battery life: <VHF> 21.5 hrs. (Digital), 21 hrs. (Analog)
<UHF> 19 hrs. (Digital/Analog)
When the power save function is turned ON, and the
operating time is calculated under the following condi
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tions. (TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90)
• MB-94EX
belt
clip
Exclusive alligator-type belt clip.
• BC-212EX
desktop
charger
+ BC-123S
ac
adapter
Charging time: Approximately 2.5 hours for the BP-277EX.
• HM-203EX
speaker
-
microphone
Combination speaker microphone that provides convenient
operation while hanging the transceiver on your belt.
• FA-SC25U/FA-SC57U/FA-SC72U/FA-SC01U
FA-SC25V/FA-SC55V
antennas
FA-SC25U: 400–430 MHz, FA-SC57U: 430–470 MHz
FA-SC72U: 470–520 MHz, FA-SC01U: 350–400 MHz
FA-SC25V: 136–155 MHz, FA-SC55V: 146–174 MHz
Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal perfor
-
mance when used with an Icom transceiver.
Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Icom
transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment
that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.
Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask
your dealer for details.
OPTIONS
* Dealer assignable
CAUTION:
Attach the connector cover when
the optional accessory is not
used. Otherwise, the terminals
of the multi-connector may be
shorted, and this could damage
the transceiver.
Connector
cover
