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BASIC MANUAL
IMPORTANT NOTES
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When using the GPS receiver
•The GPS receiver is installed under the
transceiver’s top panel. Therefore, when the
GPS receiver is activated, do not cover the
top with anything that will block the satellite
signals.
•GPS signals cannot pass through metal
objects. When using the transceiver inside
a vehicle, you may not receive GPS signals.
We recommend you use it near a window.
•The Global Positioning System (GPS) is
built and operated by the U.S. Department
of Defense. The Department is responsible
for accuracy and maintenance of the system.
Any changes by the Department may affect
the accuracy and function of the GPS system.
•The GPS receiver may not work if the
transceiver operates near 440.205 MHz.
This is due to signals made in the internal
circuit, and does not indicate a transceiver
malfunction.
•The GPS receiver may not work if used in the
following locations:
- Tunnels or high-rise buildings
- Underground parking lots
- Under a bridge or viaduct
- In remote forested areas
- Under bad weather conditions
(rainy or cloudy day)
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Electromagnetic Interference
When you use a Wireless LAN or Bluetooth
function, pay attention to the following:
Wireless LAN products and Bluetooth devices
operate in the 2.4 GHz band. The 2.4 GHz
band is also used by other devices, such as
microwave ovens, RFID systems, amateur radio
stations, and so on.
When using this device near such devices,
interference may occur, causing a decrease
in communication speed, and an unstable
connection. In such cases, use this device away
from the other devices, or stop using those
devices.
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Charging caution
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DANGER! NEVER
charge the battery pack in
areas with extremely high temperatures, such as
near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle, or
in direct sunlight. In such environments, the safety/
protection circuit in the battery will activate and stop
the charging.
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WARNING! NEVER
charge the transceiver during
a lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock,
cause a fire or damage the transceiver. Always
disconnect the power adapter before a storm.
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WARNING! NEVER
charge or leave the battery
in the battery charger beyond the specified time for
charging. If the battery is not completely charged by
the specified time, stop charging and remove the
battery from the battery charger. Continuing to charge
the battery beyond the specified time limit may cause
a fire, overheating, or the battery may rupture.
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WARNING!
Occasionally observe the battery pack
condition while charging. If any abnormal condition
occurs, discontinue using the battery pack.
CAUTION: DO NOT
insert the battery pack into the
charger if it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the
battery charger terminals or damage the charger. The
charger is not waterproof.
CAUTION: DO NOT
charge the battery pack outside
of the specified temperature range: 10°C ~ 40°C
(50°F ~ 104°F). Icom recommends charging the pack
at 25°C (77°F). The pack may heat up or rupture
if charged out of the specified temperature range.
Additionally, battery performance or battery life may
be reduced.