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Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. YIC-A14 YIC-A14S INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER iA14 iA14S This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. YIC-A14 YIC-A14S INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER iA14 iA14S This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Instruction Manual
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...-free operation. CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. No risk of the art technology and craftsmanship. FOREWORD Thank you with the transceiver. Qty. The IC-A14/S VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom's state of personal injury, fire or electric shock. This in-
...-free operation. CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. No risk of the art technology and craftsmanship. FOREWORD Thank you with the transceiver. Qty. The IC-A14/S VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom's state of personal injury, fire or electric shock. This in-
Instruction Manual
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... from the heavy rain, and NEVER immerse it in handbags, etc. Icom, Icom Inc. Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. only) DO NOT operate the transceiver near metal objects, carrying in the water. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (231⁄... objects, such as a necklace, etc. DO NOT allow children to operate this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers to prevent the loss of the body, especially the face or ...
... from the heavy rain, and NEVER immerse it in handbags, etc. Icom, Icom Inc. Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. only) DO NOT operate the transceiver near metal objects, carrying in the water. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (231⁄... objects, such as a necklace, etc. DO NOT allow children to operate this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers to prevent the loss of the body, especially the face or ...
Instruction Manual
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...to enter select memory write mode. (p. 14) D uring memory mode, push and hold for 2 sec. to resetting the transceiver into frequency mode. 7 (p. 16) 8 For IC-A14S P ush and hold for 1 sec. PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 1 u KEYPAD (Available with the optional OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER, if... 37) Connects the optional speaker microphone or a headset 3 using with the IC-A14 only; to copy the memory content into frequency mode. (p. 16) o CLEAR/HOME SWITCH [CLR]/[HOME] Push to turn the transceiver power ON/OFF and adjusts 15 the audio level. 16 17 18 19 ...
...to enter select memory write mode. (p. 14) D uring memory mode, push and hold for 2 sec. to resetting the transceiver into frequency mode. 7 (p. 16) 8 For IC-A14S P ush and hold for 1 sec. PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 1 u KEYPAD (Available with the optional OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER, if... 37) Connects the optional speaker microphone or a headset 3 using with the IC-A14 only; to copy the memory content into frequency mode. (p. 16) o CLEAR/HOME SWITCH [CLR]/[HOME] Push to turn the transceiver power ON/OFF and adjusts 15 the audio level. 16 17 18 19 ...
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... antenna connector and screw down the antenna as described below. 2 q Release the battery pack if it is locked and makes a 'click' sound. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 - Otherwise the transceiver may be damaged. 2 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT D Belt clip 1 Conveniently attaches to your belt. When detaching the belt clip q Release the battery pack if it is attached...
... antenna connector and screw down the antenna as described below. 2 q Release the battery pack if it is locked and makes a 'click' sound. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 - Otherwise the transceiver may be damaged. 2 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT D Belt clip 1 Conveniently attaches to your belt. When detaching the belt clip q Release the battery pack if it is attached...
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... a while (approx. 10 sec.), then attach the battery pack then turn power ON. q Battery release button w NEVER release or attach the battery pack when the transceiver is then released. The battery pack is wet or soiled. To release the battery pack: Slide the battery release button in the direction of the... arrow (q), then lock it with the fully charged battery pack, perform as shown in the transceiver being damaged. Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (w) as follow. For your information If the...
... a while (approx. 10 sec.), then attach the battery pack then turn power ON. q Battery release button w NEVER release or attach the battery pack when the transceiver is then released. The battery pack is wet or soiled. To release the battery pack: Slide the battery release button in the direction of the... arrow (q), then lock it with the fully charged battery pack, perform as shown in the transceiver being damaged. Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (w) as follow. For your information If the...
Instruction Manual
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.... • 'SQL--0' is open . w To turn the lock function ON. • " " indicator appears. w Wait for 2 sec. [SQLY] [SQLZ] "SQL-- 0"; 3 BASIC OPERATION n Setting a squelch level The transceiver has a noise squelch circuit to the previous indication. to return to mute undesired noise while receiving no signal. n Lock function The lock function prevents accidental...
.... • 'SQL--0' is open . w To turn the lock function ON. • " " indicator appears. w Wait for 2 sec. [SQLY] [SQLZ] "SQL-- 0"; 3 BASIC OPERATION n Setting a squelch level The transceiver has a noise squelch circuit to the previous indication. to return to mute undesired noise while receiving no signal. n Lock function The lock function prevents accidental...
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CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage 1 the transceiver. 2 w P ush [SQLZ] several times until the channel is specified in COM band using [Y]/[Z] keys or keypad. To receive weaker signals, loosen (small ... speaker. BASIC OPERATION 3 n Receiving q Rotate [VOL] to regulatory requirements, the IC-A14/S has a Time-Out-Timer function. t Set the desired frequency using [Y]/[Z] or keypad (IC-A14 only). • COM band frequency range: 118.00-136.975 MHz w Push and hold the transceiver too close to transmit. • " " indicator appears. q Set the desired...
CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage 1 the transceiver. 2 w P ush [SQLZ] several times until the channel is specified in COM band using [Y]/[Z] keys or keypad. To receive weaker signals, loosen (small ... speaker. BASIC OPERATION 3 n Receiving q Rotate [VOL] to regulatory requirements, the IC-A14/S has a Time-Out-Timer function. t Set the desired frequency using [Y]/[Z] or keypad (IC-A14 only). • COM band frequency range: 118.00-136.975 MHz w Push and hold the transceiver too close to transmit. • " " indicator appears. q Set the desired...
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...ST--0' when a speaker microphone is connected, otherwise your ears may occur. NEVER operate the transceiver with the transceiver when using a headset (other manufacture's products), the transceiver outputs your transmitted voice to the headset for convenience during transmit. A ringing in your ...emits a long beep then the transceiver power turned OFF automatically. 11 If no backlight is maximum level. WARNING! Side tone level is necessary. If so, reduce the volume /monitor level or discontinue use. n LCD backlight The IC-A14/S has LCD backlight for monitoring...
...ST--0' when a speaker microphone is connected, otherwise your ears may occur. NEVER operate the transceiver with the transceiver when using a headset (other manufacture's products), the transceiver outputs your transmitted voice to the headset for convenience during transmit. A ringing in your ...emits a long beep then the transceiver power turned OFF automatically. 11 If no backlight is maximum level. WARNING! Side tone level is necessary. If so, reduce the volume /monitor level or discontinue use. n LCD backlight The IC-A14/S has LCD backlight for monitoring...
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...memory channels. n Accessing 121.5 MHz emergency frequency (Available with the optional cloning software, CS-A14. Push and hold [CLR] for IC-A14 only 21 The following transceiver's settings will return to the default value; • Operating mode (Frequency, memory or weather...; Side tone level • Microphone gain • Internal microphone usage • Time-Out timer setting The default condition can set to return the transceiver into the default setting. q Push [FUNC] then [121.5](0) to frequency mode. [CLR] Emergency initial, "E," appears with the frequency [121...
...memory channels. n Accessing 121.5 MHz emergency frequency (Available with the optional cloning software, CS-A14. Push and hold [CLR] for IC-A14 only 21 The following transceiver's settings will return to the default value; • Operating mode (Frequency, memory or weather...; Side tone level • Microphone gain • Internal microphone usage • Time-Out timer setting The default condition can set to return the transceiver into the default setting. q Push [FUNC] then [121.5](0) to frequency mode. [CLR] Emergency initial, "E," appears with the frequency [121...
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...CLR] to return to turn the transceiver power OFF. 12 w While pushing and holding [Y]/[Z], rotate [VOL] to enter 8 set mode. 9 e Push [MR] several times to select the ANL item, "ANL." 14 r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition from ON 11 and OFF. For IC-A14 components such as that caused by ...engine ignition systems 3 while receiving. 4 Push [FUNC] then push [BEEP](8) to frequency mode. For IC-A14S q Rotate [VOL] to turn the key touch beep tone ON and OFF. OTHER FUNCTIONS 6 n Key touch beep tone n ANL function 1 The beep...
...CLR] to return to turn the transceiver power OFF. 12 w While pushing and holding [Y]/[Z], rotate [VOL] to enter 8 set mode. 9 e Push [MR] several times to select the ANL item, "ANL." 14 r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition from ON 11 and OFF. For IC-A14 components such as that caused by ...engine ignition systems 3 while receiving. 4 Push [FUNC] then push [BEEP](8) to frequency mode. For IC-A14S q Rotate [VOL] to turn the key touch beep tone ON and OFF. OTHER FUNCTIONS 6 n Key touch beep tone n ANL function 1 The beep...
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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. When the weather alert function is turned ON, the transceiver detects the alert, and sounds a beep tone until the transceiver is set to turns the weather alert function ON and OFF. •...
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. When the weather alert function is turned ON, the transceiver detects the alert, and sounds a beep tone until the transceiver is set to turns the weather alert function ON and OFF. •...
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... are re-called by engine ignition systems while receiving. • BEEP- And the default settings are available. 25 Key touch beep (available with IC-A14S only) Sets the ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) function that reduces noise components such as that caused by the home function. e Push [MR...enters into set mode. w While pushing and holding [Y] and [Z], turn the transceiver power OFF. D Set mode items • ANL- D Entering set mode q Rotate [VOL] to turn [VOL] to frequency mode. [VOL] [MR] [CLR] For IC-A14 only Push [FUNC] then push and hold [SET](ENT) for the item....
... are re-called by engine ignition systems while receiving. • BEEP- And the default settings are available. 25 Key touch beep (available with IC-A14S only) Sets the ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) function that reduces noise components such as that caused by the home function. e Push [MR...enters into set mode. w While pushing and holding [Y] and [Z], turn the transceiver power OFF. D Set mode items • ANL- D Entering set mode q Rotate [VOL] to turn [VOL] to frequency mode. [VOL] [MR] [CLR] For IC-A14 only Push [FUNC] then push and hold [SET](ENT) for the item....
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... battery gas may cause them , and see a doctor immediately. Never use a battery with any other liquids. Do not use and charge with the transceiver for D Battery caution which it dry before using. or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to wipe it is not waterproof. R DANGER...an explosion. battery life. 27 DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, seawater, or any purpose that comes into contact with Icom radios or Icom charger. Do not charge or use or leave battery packs in direct sunlight may rupture or catch fire. NEVER solder the battery terminals...
... battery gas may cause them , and see a doctor immediately. Never use a battery with any other liquids. Do not use and charge with the transceiver for D Battery caution which it dry before using. or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to wipe it is not waterproof. R DANGER...an explosion. battery life. 27 DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow, seawater, or any purpose that comes into contact with Icom radios or Icom charger. Do not charge or use or leave battery packs in direct sunlight may rupture or catch fire. NEVER solder the battery terminals...
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...or leave the battery in direct sunlight. Please battery is wet or soiled. If the battery must be detached from the battery charger. Icom 15 temperature between -20˚C to +20˚C (−4˚F to stop 8 note that the specified temperature range of the battery... circuit in areas with the CAUTION! Additionally, battery performance or bat- 17 +68˚F) for an ex- NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is not completely charged by the specified time, stop charging. 6 +140˚F) and the battery...
...or leave the battery in direct sunlight. Please battery is wet or soiled. If the battery must be detached from the battery charger. Icom 15 temperature between -20˚C to +20˚C (−4˚F to stop 8 note that the specified temperature range of the battery... circuit in areas with the CAUTION! Additionally, battery performance or bat- 17 +68˚F) for an ex- NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is not completely charged by the specified time, stop charging. 6 +140˚F) and the battery...
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... on versions) or the optional cigarette lighter cable (CP-22). 7 BATTERY PACKS n Charging the battery D Regular charging with the transceiver. 29 Turn power OFF CP-22 (for some versions) CAUTION! • D O NOT modify the CP-22. A modification could cause a fire or electric shock. • BE ...CAREFUL not to cut or fray the CP-22's power cable when disconnecting/connecting the CP-22 from/to turn the transceiver power OFF, when charging the battery pack with the BC-179+BC-174 The BC-179 provides regular charging of battery packs. optional) To the...
... on versions) or the optional cigarette lighter cable (CP-22). 7 BATTERY PACKS n Charging the battery D Regular charging with the transceiver. 29 Turn power OFF CP-22 (for some versions) CAUTION! • D O NOT modify the CP-22. A modification could cause a fire or electric shock. • BE ...CAREFUL not to cut or fray the CP-22's power cable when disconnecting/connecting the CP-22 from/to turn the transceiver power OFF, when charging the battery pack with the BC-179+BC-174 The BC-179 provides regular charging of battery packs. optional) To the...
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IMPORTANT!: Ensure the guide lobes on ver- sions) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L). 4 q AD-106 Connectors w Screws (supplied with AD-106) 5 Transceiver Turn power OFF 6 AC adapter (Not supplied with Battery pack 7 some versions.) 8 9 10 AD-106 charger adapter is installed 11 in BC-119N. 12 Plugs ...
IMPORTANT!: Ensure the guide lobes on ver- sions) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L). 4 q AD-106 Connectors w Screws (supplied with AD-106) 5 Transceiver Turn power OFF 6 AC adapter (Not supplied with Battery pack 7 some versions.) 8 9 10 AD-106 charger adapter is installed 11 in BC-119N. 12 Plugs ...
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...) (Connect with the DC power supply; 13.8 V/at least 7 A) IMPORTANT!: Ensure the guide lobes on the battery pack are installed in each slot. Battery pack Transceiver Turn power OFF AC adapter (Purchased separately) AD-106 charger adapters are correctly aligned with the BC-121N+AD-106 The optional BC-121N allows...
...) (Connect with the DC power supply; 13.8 V/at least 7 A) IMPORTANT!: Ensure the guide lobes on the battery pack are installed in each slot. Battery pack Transceiver Turn power OFF AC adapter (Purchased separately) AD-106 charger adapters are correctly aligned with the BC-121N+AD-106 The optional BC-121N allows...
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... 8 to the speaker connector OPC-474 to the speaker connector Master transceiver's Sub transceiver's 9 indication during clone indication during clone 10 r When cloning is finished, turn power OFF, then ON again to exit cloning mode. 11 NOTE: Transceiver to transceiver cloning between 12 IC-A14 and IC-A14S cannot be performed. 13 14 w While pushing and holding [MR...
... 8 to the speaker connector OPC-474 to the speaker connector Master transceiver's Sub transceiver's 9 indication during clone indication during clone 10 r When cloning is finished, turn power OFF, then ON again to exit cloning mode. 11 NOTE: Transceiver to transceiver cloning between 12 IC-A14 and IC-A14S cannot be performed. 13 14 w While pushing and holding [MR...
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... and/or other countries. 33 8 CLONING D Cloning using the optional CS-A14 CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional OPC-478 (RS-232C type) or OPC-478UC (USB type) CLONING CABLE. In this case, both transceivers automatically return to the clone standby condition and cloning must be cloned to and... from a PC (Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP and Windows Vista™) using PC Data can be repeated. Consult the CS-A14 CLONING SOFTWARE HELP file for details.
... and/or other countries. 33 8 CLONING D Cloning using the optional CS-A14 CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional OPC-478 (RS-232C type) or OPC-478UC (USB type) CLONING CABLE. In this case, both transceivers automatically return to the clone standby condition and cloning must be cloned to and... from a PC (Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP and Windows Vista™) using PC Data can be repeated. Consult the CS-A14 CLONING SOFTWARE HELP file for details.