Instruction Manual
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... are fully aware of accessories other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off to one side. This radio is NOT intended for use time ("50% duty cycle"). Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with other than 50% of total radio use by pressing the "PTT" switch. • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm...
... are fully aware of accessories other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off to one side. This radio is NOT intended for use time ("50% duty cycle"). Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with other than 50% of total radio use by pressing the "PTT" switch. • ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm...
Instruction Manual
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... INSTRUCTION MANUAL- The IC-A14/S VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with the transceiver. Qty. CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. t y ii This in- NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only. IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. No risk of trouble-free operation. Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with Icom's state of the art technology and craftsmanship. q Flexible antenna 1 w Battery pack 1 e Belt clip 1 r Hand strap 1 t Battery charger...
... INSTRUCTION MANUAL- The IC-A14/S VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with the transceiver. Qty. CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. t y ii This in- NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only. IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. No risk of trouble-free operation. Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with Icom's state of the art technology and craftsmanship. q Flexible antenna 1 w Battery pack 1 e Belt clip 1 r Hand strap 1 t Battery charger...
Instruction Manual
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... OPERATION 8-11 n Setting a frequency 8 n Setting a squelch level 9 n Lock function 9 n Receiving 10 n Transmitting 10 n Side tone function 11 n LCD backlight 11 n Low battery indicator 11 4 MEMORY OPERATION 12-17 n Memory channel selection 12 n Memory bank selection (Available with the IC-A14 only) 12 n Programming a memory channel 13 n Memory names 15 n Copying memory contents 16 n Clearing the memory contents (Available with the IC-A14 only 17 5 SCAN OPERATION 18-20 n Scan types 18 n COM band scan...
... OPERATION 8-11 n Setting a frequency 8 n Setting a squelch level 9 n Lock function 9 n Receiving 10 n Transmitting 10 n Side tone function 11 n LCD backlight 11 n Low battery indicator 11 4 MEMORY OPERATION 12-17 n Memory channel selection 12 n Memory bank selection (Available with the IC-A14 only) 12 n Programming a memory channel 13 n Memory names 15 n Copying memory contents 16 n Clearing the memory contents (Available with the IC-A14 only 17 5 SCAN OPERATION 18-20 n Scan types 18 n COM band scan...
Instruction Manual
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... Microphone t Function display (p. 5) o i y u q ANTENNA CONNECTOR [ANT] (p. 6) Connects the supplied antenna. to select the squelch level. • 10 squelch levels, 1-10, and squelch open, 0, are available. t SQUELCH UP/DOWN KEYS [SQLY]/ [SQLZ] (p. 9) Push either key to turning the key lock function OFF. y UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z] Push to change or select the operating frequency, memory channel, set mode setting, etc. (p. 8) While scanning, push to turn the "TAG" setting ON and OFF. (p. 20) r PTT SWITCH [PTT...
... Microphone t Function display (p. 5) o i y u q ANTENNA CONNECTOR [ANT] (p. 6) Connects the supplied antenna. to select the squelch level. • 10 squelch levels, 1-10, and squelch open, 0, are available. t SQUELCH UP/DOWN KEYS [SQLY]/ [SQLZ] (p. 9) Push either key to turning the key lock function OFF. y UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z] Push to change or select the operating frequency, memory channel, set mode setting, etc. (p. 8) While scanning, push to turn the "TAG" setting ON and OFF. (p. 20) r PTT SWITCH [PTT...
Instruction Manual
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... when receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. i WEATHER ALERT INDICATOR (IC-A14 only) (p. 23) Appears when the weather alert function is pushed. t TX INDICATOR (p. 10) Appears while transmitting. e TAG INDICATOR (p. 20) Appears when the selected memory channel is necessary. !1 FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the operating frequency, memory channel number, memory name, set as a TAG channel. The attached battery pack requires recharging when this indicator ON. Blinks when battery replacement is set mode item, etc...
... when receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. i WEATHER ALERT INDICATOR (IC-A14 only) (p. 23) Appears when the weather alert function is pushed. t TX INDICATOR (p. 10) Appears while transmitting. e TAG INDICATOR (p. 20) Appears when the selected memory channel is necessary. !1 FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the operating frequency, memory channel number, memory name, set as a TAG channel. The attached battery pack requires recharging when this indicator ON. Blinks when battery replacement is set mode item, etc...
Instruction Manual
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... number setting), squelch may distort the signal. 7 • Squelch opens and audio is clear. [PTT] 18 Microphone 19 10 r Push [SQLY] several times to open for details. 13 14 n Transmitting Appears while transmitting 15 16 NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the set frequency: • " " indicator appears. • DO NOT hold [PTT] to your mouth or speak too loudly. t Set the desired frequency using [Y]/[Z] or keypad (IC-A14 only). • COM band frequency range...
... number setting), squelch may distort the signal. 7 • Squelch opens and audio is clear. [PTT] 18 Microphone 19 10 r Push [SQLY] several times to open for details. 13 14 n Transmitting Appears while transmitting 15 16 NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the set frequency: • " " indicator appears. • DO NOT hold [PTT] to your mouth or speak too loudly. t Set the desired frequency using [Y]/[Z] or keypad (IC-A14 only). • COM band frequency range...
Instruction Manual
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... the low battery indicator blinks, emits a long beep then the transceiver power turned OFF automatically. 11 Low battery indicator appears or blinks when the battery power has decreased to a specified level. Blinks when the battery replacement is indicated n Low battery indicator [PTT] [Z]/[Y] IMPORTANT! NEVER operate the transceiver with the transceiver when using a headset (other manufacture's products), the transceiver outputs your ears may occur. Side tone level is necessary. The attached battery pack requires recharging. If so, reduce the volume /monitor...
... the low battery indicator blinks, emits a long beep then the transceiver power turned OFF automatically. 11 Low battery indicator appears or blinks when the battery power has decreased to a specified level. Blinks when the battery replacement is indicated n Low battery indicator [PTT] [Z]/[Y] IMPORTANT! NEVER operate the transceiver with the transceiver when using a headset (other manufacture's products), the transceiver outputs your ears may occur. Side tone level is necessary. The attached battery pack requires recharging. If so, reduce the volume /monitor...
Instruction Manual
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Blinks when select memory write mode is selected. 4 MEMORY OPERATION n Programming a memory channel Program often-used frequencies with the following instructions. Push Push then Push or , or, push Push then Push then Push then *Shows briefly. D For IC-A14 q Push [CLR] to select the BANK number if desired. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired memory channel number. • P ush [FUNC], then push [BANK](3) to enter bank...
Blinks when select memory write mode is selected. 4 MEMORY OPERATION n Programming a memory channel Program often-used frequencies with the following instructions. Push Push then Push or , or, push Push then Push then Push then *Shows briefly. D For IC-A14 q Push [CLR] to select the BANK number if desired. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired memory channel number. • P ush [FUNC], then push [BANK](3) to enter bank...
Instruction Manual
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... memory channel can display an 8-character name instead of the programmed frequency. push and hold [MR] for IC-A14 only). push [FUNC] then push [MW](MR). • For IC-A14S; to program the name and frequency at the same time. • Return to enter the memory name programming mode appears and 1st digit blinks. • Available characters KEY CHARACTER [1] 1, Q, Z [2] 2, A, B, C [3] 3, D, E, F [4] 4, G, H, I [5] 5, J, K, L KEY [6] [7] [8] [9] [0] CHARACTER 6, M, N, O, 7, P, R, S 8, T, U, V 9, W, X, Y 0, _ (space), - D Programming memory names q Set...
... memory channel can display an 8-character name instead of the programmed frequency. push and hold [MR] for IC-A14 only). push [FUNC] then push [MW](MR). • For IC-A14S; to program the name and frequency at the same time. • Return to enter the memory name programming mode appears and 1st digit blinks. • Available characters KEY CHARACTER [1] 1, Q, Z [2] 2, A, B, C [3] 3, D, E, F [4] 4, G, H, I [5] 5, J, K, L KEY [6] [7] [8] [9] [0] CHARACTER 6, M, N, O, 7, P, R, S 8, T, U, V 9, W, X, Y 0, _ (space), - D Programming memory names q Set...
Instruction Manual
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... usually busy channels such as control- 13 tower frequencies. 14 WEATHER CHANNEL SCAN Repeatedly scans all "TAG" memory chan- COM BAND SCAN 108.00 118.00 w Push [SQLY]/[SQLZ] to set the squelch level to the point where noise is just muted. 3 136.975 Repeatedly scans For IC-A14 4 MHz MHz MHz a l l f r e q u e n c i e s e Push [FUNC], then push [SCAN](2) to start the scan. 5 Scan Jump over the entire COM band. • When a signal is received, the scan...
... usually busy channels such as control- 13 tower frequencies. 14 WEATHER CHANNEL SCAN Repeatedly scans all "TAG" memory chan- COM BAND SCAN 108.00 118.00 w Push [SQLY]/[SQLZ] to set the squelch level to the point where noise is just muted. 3 136.975 Repeatedly scans For IC-A14 4 MHz MHz MHz a l l f r e q u e n c i e s e Push [FUNC], then push [SCAN](2) to start the scan. 5 Scan Jump over the entire COM band. • When a signal is received, the scan...
Instruction Manual
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... to frequency mode. [CLR] Emergency initial, "E," appears with the IC-A14 only) The IC-A14 can set to the 121.5 MHz emergency frequency quickly. The following transceiver's settings will return to the default value; • Operating mode (Frequency, memory or weather* channel mode with frequency or channel number, including bank*) • Duplex setting • ANL setting • Key touch beep • Squelch level • Side tone level • Microphone gain • Internal microphone usage • Time-Out timer setting The default...
... to frequency mode. [CLR] Emergency initial, "E," appears with the IC-A14 only) The IC-A14 can set to the 121.5 MHz emergency frequency quickly. The following transceiver's settings will return to the default value; • Operating mode (Frequency, memory or weather* channel mode with frequency or channel number, including bank*) • Duplex setting • ANL setting • Key touch beep • Squelch level • Side tone level • Microphone gain • Internal microphone usage • Time-Out timer setting The default...
Instruction Manual
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... appears when the weather alert is set to select the desired WX channel. The previously selected (used) weather channel is operated. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n Weather channel operation (Available with the IC-A14 only) The IC-A14 has VHF marine WX (weather) channel receiving capability for flight planning. D Setting weather alert function An NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone before any time during standby, or while scanning. P ush [FUNC], then push [WX-ALT](4) to turns the weather alert function ON and OFF...
... appears when the weather alert is set to select the desired WX channel. The previously selected (used) weather channel is operated. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n Weather channel operation (Available with the IC-A14 only) The IC-A14 has VHF marine WX (weather) channel receiving capability for flight planning. D Setting weather alert function An NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone before any time during standby, or while scanning. P ush [FUNC], then push [WX-ALT](4) to turns the weather alert function ON and OFF...
Instruction Manual
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...; NAVI band frequency range: 108.00-117.975 MHz 7 w P ush [FUNC], then push [DUP](6) to call a flight service station 2 while receiving a VOR station. transmit frequency. 10 • The displayed frequency returns to select the frequency mode. The 14 duplex ON/OFF setting can be programmed into each 13 memory channel independently. OTHER FUNCTIONS 6 n Duplex operation (Available with the IC-A14 only) 1 The duplex function allows you to turn the...
...; NAVI band frequency range: 108.00-117.975 MHz 7 w P ush [FUNC], then push [DUP](6) to call a flight service station 2 while receiving a VOR station. transmit frequency. 10 • The displayed frequency returns to select the frequency mode. The 14 duplex ON/OFF setting can be programmed into each 13 memory channel independently. OTHER FUNCTIONS 6 n Duplex operation (Available with the IC-A14 only) 1 The duplex function allows you to turn the...
Instruction Manual
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...- Key touch beep (available with the optional cloning software, CS-A14. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n Set mode setting Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed with IC-A14S only) The beep tone which sounds at the push of a switch can be selected to enter set mode. to also enters into set mode. For your information: The default value of functions. w While pushing and holding [Y] and [Z], turn the transceiver power OFF. "H" (High gain), "M" (Middle gain) and "L" (Low gain) selections...
...- Key touch beep (available with the optional cloning software, CS-A14. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n Set mode setting Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed with IC-A14S only) The beep tone which sounds at the push of a switch can be selected to enter set mode. to also enters into set mode. For your information: The default value of functions. w While pushing and holding [Y] and [Z], turn the transceiver power OFF. "H" (High gain), "M" (Middle gain) and "L" (Low gain) selections...
Instruction Manual
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... above +60˚C (+140˚F). battery life. 27 The battery is not specified in this instruction manual. R DANGER! R DANGER! Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks or any purpose that comes into contact with Icom radios or Icom charger. Rinse your Icom dealer or distributor. WARNING! 7 BATTERY PACKS n Battery charging Misuse of Lithium-ion batteries may result in the following hazards...
... above +60˚C (+140˚F). battery life. 27 The battery is not specified in this instruction manual. R DANGER! R DANGER! Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks or any purpose that comes into contact with Icom radios or Icom charger. Rinse your Icom dealer or distributor. WARNING! 7 BATTERY PACKS n Battery charging Misuse of Lithium-ion batteries may result in the following hazards...
Instruction Manual
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..., or in the battery charger beyond the specified time 9 ceiver may exceed that the specified temperature range of the transceiver. CAUTION! charging and remove the battery from the radio after discharg- Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time for the transceiver (-10˚C to +60˚C; +14˚F to causing the battery to stop 8 note that of the battery may not work properly because it...
..., or in the battery charger beyond the specified time 9 ceiver may exceed that the specified temperature range of the transceiver. CAUTION! charging and remove the battery from the radio after discharg- Continuing to charge the battery beyond the specified time for the transceiver (-10˚C to +60˚C; +14˚F to causing the battery to stop 8 note that of the battery may not work properly because it...
Instruction Manual
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...; IC-A14S: Turn the beep tone ON in frequency mode. • Recharge the battery pack. pgs. 29-31 p. 7 3 No sound comes from the • Squelch level is exhausted. • Bad connection for 2 sec. to turn the lock p. 9 function OFF. 7 be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. 1 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. 2 No power comes on. • The battery is too deep. • Set squelch...
...; IC-A14S: Turn the beep tone ON in frequency mode. • Recharge the battery pack. pgs. 29-31 p. 7 3 No sound comes from the • Squelch level is exhausted. • Bad connection for 2 sec. to turn the lock p. 9 function OFF. 7 be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. 1 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. 2 No power comes on. • The battery is too deep. • Set squelch...
Instruction Manual
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...% mod.) • Hum and noise • External SP connector : More than 46 dB (except operating frequency ±62.5 kHz range) : 3-conductor 2.5(d) mm (1⁄10˝)/ 150 Ω • Mode : 6K00A3E 16K0G3E (IC-A14/Rx only) D Receiver • Channel spacing : 25 kHz • Number of memory channels : IC-A14 200 (20 CH × 10 BANKS) IC-A14S 100 • Power supply requirement : Specified Icom's battery packs 7.4 V DC standard •...
...% mod.) • Hum and noise • External SP connector : More than 46 dB (except operating frequency ±62.5 kHz range) : 3-conductor 2.5(d) mm (1⁄10˝)/ 150 Ω • Mode : 6K00A3E 16K0G3E (IC-A14/Rx only) D Receiver • Channel spacing : 25 kHz • Number of memory channels : IC-A14 200 (20 CH × 10 BANKS) IC-A14S 100 • Power supply requirement : Specified Icom's battery packs 7.4 V DC standard •...
Instruction Manual
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... adapter should be purchased separately. D MICROPHONE • HM-173 speaker microphone Combination speaker and microphone. • CS-A14 cloning software + OPC-478/UC cloning cable Provides quick and easy programming of battery packs. Ask your transmitted voice to the headset for BC-121N For rapid charging of the AC adapter for BC-171/179. 7 with the supplied belt clip (Fixed type). 4 D CHARGERS D DC CABLES 5 • BC-119N desktop charger + AD-106 charger adapter...
... adapter should be purchased separately. D MICROPHONE • HM-173 speaker microphone Combination speaker and microphone. • CS-A14 cloning software + OPC-478/UC cloning cable Provides quick and easy programming of battery packs. Ask your transmitted voice to the headset for BC-121N For rapid charging of the AC adapter for BC-171/179. 7 with the supplied belt clip (Fixed type). 4 D CHARGERS D DC CABLES 5 • BC-119N desktop charger + AD-106 charger adapter...
Instruction Manual
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... plug, if required. OPC-499 HEADSET (Must be purchased separately) Transceiver NOTICE! PTT PTT switch Use a PTT switch with the IC-A14/S. Therefore, ask your transmitted voice to the headset for operation with the IC-A14/S with the headset. 37 See "n Side tone function" (p. 11) when setting the side tone level. 12 OPTIONAL HEADSET CONNECTION D OPC-499 (HEADSET ADAPTER) connection When using a headset (3rd party products) via the OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER, the transceiver outputs your dealer for details about headsets compatible for monitoring...
... plug, if required. OPC-499 HEADSET (Must be purchased separately) Transceiver NOTICE! PTT PTT switch Use a PTT switch with the IC-A14/S. Therefore, ask your transmitted voice to the headset for operation with the IC-A14/S with the headset. 37 See "n Side tone function" (p. 11) when setting the side tone level. 12 OPTIONAL HEADSET CONNECTION D OPC-499 (HEADSET ADAPTER) connection When using a headset (3rd party products) via the OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER, the transceiver outputs your dealer for details about headsets compatible for monitoring...