FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom radio. The IC-GM1600 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-GM1600.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
FEATURES
☞
Waterproof construction
Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environ-
ment, the IC-GM1600 meets JIS waterproof specification
grade 7 while using BP-234 (option) or BP-224.
In addition to, the speaker grill adopts a new structure
which drains water or seawater easily.
☞
Large, easy-to-read LCD
With dimensions of 19(H)
×
35(W) mm;
3
⁄
4
(H)
×
1
3
⁄
8
(W) inch,
the IC-GM1600’s function display is easy to read and
shows operating conditions at a glance. Backlighting and
contrast can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
☞
Simple operation
6 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-handed op-
eration.
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WORD
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.
