Icom IC-M32, Instruction Manual

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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M32 VHF
MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state
of the art 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-M32.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
FEATURES
☞
Waterproof construction
Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environ-
ment, the IC-M32 meets JIS waterproof specification
grade 7 while using BP-223 (option) or BP-224.
☞
Dualwatch 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.
☞
Large, easy-to-read LCD
With dimensions of 16(H)
×
32(W) mm;
5 ⁄
8
(H)
×
1
1 ⁄
4
(W) inch,
the IC-M32’s function display is easy to read and shows op-
erating conditions at a glance. Backlighting and contrast
can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
☞
Simple operation
9 large buttons on the front panel provide user-friendly op-
eration. The independent volume and channel buttons are
located on the front panel for convenient one-hand opera-
tion.
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DEFINITION
R WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
Equipment damage may occur.
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