Thank you for purchasing the IC-U80L
UHF
TRANSCEIVER
with Icom’s state of the art
technology.
Please read all instructions carefully before
using.
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Precautions
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DANGER! USE
the battery only
with the transceiver for which it is specifi ed.
Never use a battery with any other equip-
ment, or for any purpose that is not speci-
fi ed in the instruction manual.
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DANGER! NEVER
short the ter-
minals of the battery pack.
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WARNING! NEVER
hold the
transceiver so that the antenna is very close
to, or touching exposed parts of the body, es-
pecially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
The transceiver will perform best if the micro-
phone is 5 to 10 cm away from the lips and
the transceiver is vertical.
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WARNING! NEVER
operate the
transceiver with a headset or other audio
accessories at high volume levels. Hear-
ing experts advise against continuous high
volume operation. If you experience a ring-
ing in your ears, reduce the volume level or
discontinue use.
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WARNING! NEVER
operate the
transceiver while driving a vehicle. Safe
driving requires your full attention—any-
thing less may result in an accident.
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WARNING! NEVER
operate or
touch the transceiver with wet hands. This
may result in an electric shock or damage
the transceiver.
DO NOT
operate the transceiver near
unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an
explosive atmosphere.
DO NOT
push
[PTT]
when not actually
intending to transmit.
DO NOT
use or place the transceiver in
direct sunlight or in areas with tempera-
tures below –20°C or above +60°C.
DO NOT
use harsh solvents such as
benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they
will damage the transceiver's surfaces.
DO NOT
disassemble or modify the
transceiver for any reason.
KEEP
the transceiver away from heavy
rain, and never immerse it in the water. The
transceiver meets IP54* requirements for
dust-protection and splash resistance.
However, once the transceiver has been
dropped, dust-protection and splash resis-
tance cannot be guaranteed because of
possible damage to the transceiver’s case
or the waterproof seal.
* Only when the battery pack or case, antenna
and jack cover are attached.
KEEP
the transceiver out of the reach of
children.
BE CAREFUL!
The transceiver will
become hot when operating it continuously
for long periods of time.
Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a
slight current still flows in the circuits. Re-
move the battery pack or case from the
transceiver when not using it for a long
time. Otherwise, the battery pack or in-
stalled dry cell batteries will become ex-
hausted.
This sheet describes only basic operations. For more detailed instructions, go to our web
site (URL: http://www.icom.co.jp/world/) to view or download the full instruction manual.
In the instruction manual, some options or some functions may not be available for your
version. Please ask your dealer for details.
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Belt clip
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Battery cautions
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For the BP-264 Ni-MH battery
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DANGER! NEVER
incinerate used bat-
tery packs. Internal battery gas may cause
an explosion.
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DANGER! NEVER
immerse the battery
pack in water. If the battery pack becomes
wet, be sure to wipe it dry
BEFORE
attach-
ing it to the transceiver.
CAUTION:
Always use the battery within
the specified temperature range, –5˚C to
+60˚C. Using the battery out of its specifi ed
temperature range will reduce the battery’s
performance and battery life.
CAUTION:
Shorter battery life could occur
if the battery is left completely discharged,
or in an excessive temperature environ-
ment (above +55˚C) for an extended period
of time. If the battery must be left unused
for a long time, it must be detached from
the radio after charging. Keep it safely in a
cool dry place at the following temperature
range:
–20˚C to +45˚C (up to a month)
–20˚C to +35˚C (up to six months)
–20˚C to +25˚C (up to a year*)
* We recommend charging the battery pack
every 6 months.
Clean
the battery terminals to avoid rust or
bad contact.
Keep
battery terminals clean. It’s a good
idea to occasionally clean them.
If your Ni-MH battery pack seems to have
no capacity, even after being charged, com-
pletely discharge it by leaving the power
ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery
pack again. If the battery pack still does not
retain a charge (or only very little charge), a
new battery pack must be purchased.
Pr ior to using the transceiver for the
first time, the battery pack must be fully
charged for optimum life and operation.
• Recommended temperature range for
charging:
b10°C and +40°C (rapid charge:
with BC-191) or between 0°C and +45°C
(regular charge: with BC-192)
• Use only the supplied charger or optional
charger (BC-191 for rapid charging, BC-
192 for regular charging).
NEVER
use other manufacturers’ chargers.
The battery pack contains a rechargeable
battery.
Charge the battery pack before first oper-
ating the transceiver, or when the battery
pack becomes exhausted.
If you want to prolong the battery life, the
following points should be observed:
• Avoid over charging. The charging time
period should be less than 48 hours.
• Use the battery pack until it becomes al-
most completely exhausted, under nor-
mal conditions. We recommend battery
charging just when transmitting becomes
impossible.
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For the BP-265 Li-ion battery
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DANGER!
Use and charge only spec-
ified Icom battery packs with Icom ra-
dios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery
packs are tested and approved for use with
Icom radios or charged with Icom char-
gers. Using third-party or counterfeit bat-
tery packs or chargers may cause smoke,
fi re, or cause the battery to burst.
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DANGER! DO NOT
hit or otherwise im-
pact the battery. Do not use the battery if it
has been severely impacted or dropped, or if
the battery has been subjected to heavy pres-
sure. Battery damage may not be visible on
the outside of the case. Even if the surface of
the battery does not show cracks or any other
damage, the cells inside the battery may rup-
ture or catch fi re.
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DANGER! NEVER
use or leave bat-
tery pack in areas with temperatures above
+60˚C. High temperature buildup in the
battery, such as could occur near fires or
stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct
sunlight may cause the battery to rupture or
catch fi re. Excessive temperatures may also
degrade battery performance or shorten
battery life.
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DANGER! DO NOT
expose the battery
to rain, snow, seawater, or any other liquids.
Do not charge or use a wet battery. If the
battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry be-
fore using.
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DANGER! NEVER
incinerate a used
battery pack since internal battery gas may
cause it to rupture, or may cause an explo-
sion.
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DANGER! NEVER
solder the battery
terminals, or
NEVER
modify the battery
pack. This may cause heat generation, and
the battery may burst, emit smoke or catch
fi re.
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DANGER!
If fl uid from inside the battery
gets in your eyes, blindness can result.
Rinse your eyes with clean water, without
rubbing them, and see a doctor immedi-
ately.
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WARNING!
Immediately stop using the
battery if it emits an abnormal odor, heats
up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of
these conditions occur, contact your Icom
dealer or distributor.
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WARNING!
Immediately wash, using
clean water, any par t of the body that
comes into contact with fl uid from inside the
battery.
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WARNING! NEVER
put the battery in a
microwave oven, high-pressure container,
or in an induction heating cooker. This
could cause a fire, overheating, or cause
the battery to rupture.
CAUTION:
Always use the battery within
the specifi ed temperature range, –20˚C to
+60˚C. Using the battery out of its specifi ed
temperature range will reduce the battery’s
performance and battery life.
CAUTION:
Shorter battery life could occur
if the battery is left fully charged, completely
discharged, or in an excessive temperature
environment (above +50˚C) for an extended
period of time. If the battery must be left un-
used for a long time, it must be detached
from the radio after discharging. You may
use the battery until the battery icon shows
half-capacity, and then keep it safely in a
cool dry place at the following temperature
range:
–20˚C to +50˚C (up to a month)
–20˚C to +35˚C (up to three months)
–20˚C to +20˚C (up to a year)
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Charging caution
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DANGER! NEVER
charge the battery
pack in areas with extremely high temper-
atures, such as near fi res or stoves, inside
a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight.
In such environments, the safety/protection
circuit in the battery will activate, causing
the battery to stop charging.
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WARNING! DO NOT
charge or leave
the battery in the battery charger beyond
the specified time for charging. If the bat-
tery is not completely charged by the spec-
ified time, stop charging and remove the
battery from the battery charger. Con-
tinuing to charge the battery beyond the
specifi ed time limit may cause a fi re, over-
heating, or the battery may rupture.
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WARNING! NEVER
insert the trans-
ceiver (battery attached to the transceiver)
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 out-
side of the specifi ed temperature range: BC-
193 (+10˚C to +40˚C). Icom recommends
charging the battery at +20˚C. The battery
may heat up or rupture if charged out of the
specified temperature range. Additionally,
battery performance or battery life may be
reduced.
The supplied battery pack, charger, and
AC adapter differ, or no supplied depend-
ing on the version.
Pr ior to using the transceiver for the
first time, the battery pack must be fully
charged for optimum life and operation.
To attach the belt clip:
Slide the belt clip in the direction of the
arrow until the belt clip locks in place, and
makes a ‘click’ sound.
To detach the belt clip:
q
Remove the battery pack or case from
the transceiver, if it is attached.
w
Lift the tab up (
q
), and slide the belt clip
in the direction of the arrow (
w
).
Belt clip
Battery pack/case
q
w
To attach the battery pack or case:
q
Fit the battery pack or case in the
direction of the arrow (
q
), and then
close it.
w
Hook the latch until it makes a ‘click’
sound (
w
).
To remove the battery pack or case:
Be careful!
The latch is tightly locked,
so use caution when releasing it.
DO
NOT
use your fingernail. Use the edge
of a coin or screwdriver tip to carefully
release it.
➥
Unhook the latch (
z
), and then lift
up the battery pack or case in the
direction of the arrow (
x
).
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q
Latch
Battery pack
or
battery case
z
x
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Battery pack or case
QUICK GUIDE
iU80L
UHF TRANSCEIVER
NEVER
remove or attach the battery pack or case when the transceiver is wet or soiled.
This may result in water or dust getting into the transceiver or the battery pack or case,
and may result in them being damaged.
