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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M2A VHF
MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s su-
perior technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this
product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation.
IMPORTANT
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—
This in-
struction manual contains important operating instructions for
the IC-M2A.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
FEATURES
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Waterproof construction
Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environ-
ment, the IC-M2A meets JIS waterproof specification
grade 7 while using BP-223 or BP-224.
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Dual watch and tri-watch functions
Convenient functions which allow you to monitor the dis-
tress channel (Ch 16) while receiving a channel of your
choice—dual watch; or monitor the distress channel and
another channel while receiving a channel of your
choice—tri-watch.
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Large, easy-to-read LCD
With dimensions of 24(H)
×
35(W) mm, the IC-M2A’s func-
tion display is easy to read and shows operating condi-
tions at a glance. Backlighting and contrast can be
adjusted to suit your preferences.
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Simple operation
Ergonomic design with a minimum number of switches
and controls provides simple intuitive operation.
WORD
DEFINITION
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WARNING
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
CAUTION
Equipment damage may occur.
NOTE
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
