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Operation is subject to the follow two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER iM88 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the follow two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER iM88 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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... him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do so. A proper antenna is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use Icom authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, etc.). i To provide the recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna ...the transmitter in areas that your mouth, and slightly off the radio in an uncontrolled environment. SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION W AR N IN G Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during the course of employment by pressing the "PTT" switch. • ALWAYS use , always adhere to the ...
... him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do so. A proper antenna is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use Icom authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, etc.). i To provide the recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna ...the transmitter in areas that your mouth, and slightly off the radio in an uncontrolled environment. SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION W AR N IN G Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during the course of employment by pressing the "PTT" switch. • ALWAYS use , always adhere to the ...
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Any other indication of the ves- Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and controllers may become inoperable due to saltwater. The nature of vessel) 3. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If your position) 5. sel. 4. "MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY." 2. Your call on Channel 16. ❍ USING CHANNEL 16 DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE 1. ii "LOCATED AT your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call sign or other information which might facilitate the rescue. RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to ...
Any other indication of the ves- Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and controllers may become inoperable due to saltwater. The nature of vessel) 3. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If your position) 5. sel. 4. "MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY." 2. Your call on Channel 16. ❍ USING CHANNEL 16 DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE 1. ii "LOCATED AT your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call sign or other information which might facilitate the rescue. RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to ...
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... unhospitable environments at sea and on the front panel and the volume/power knob maximize simplicity of operation. Tough waterproof construction The IC-M88 is included. *Appropriate license may be required. FOREWORD FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this product should provide you with years of ... from harm. Even if the IC-M88 is designed and built with backlighting and backlit buttons make night time operation simple. The compact and durable body meets the military specifications (MIL-STD). * Equivalent to operate. A large, clear LCD with Icom's state of personal injury, ...
... unhospitable environments at sea and on the front panel and the volume/power knob maximize simplicity of operation. Tough waterproof construction The IC-M88 is included. *Appropriate license may be required. FOREWORD FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this product should provide you with years of ... from harm. Even if the IC-M88 is designed and built with backlighting and backlit buttons make night time operation simple. The compact and durable body meets the military specifications (MIL-STD). * Equivalent to operate. A large, clear LCD with Icom's state of personal injury, ...
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... or above +60°C (+140°F): LMR. KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of the transceiver to , or touching exposed parts of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in an electric shock. KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meters (3.0 ft) away from the lips and the transceiver is very close... than the BP-226 or BP-227. Icom, Icom Inc. PRECAUTION RWARNING! BE CAREFUL! MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are securely attached to this device under FCC regulations. struction, which corresponds to an AC outlet. The IC-M88 employs waterproof con- iv The transceiver will...
... or above +60°C (+140°F): LMR. KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of the transceiver to , or touching exposed parts of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in an electric shock. KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meters (3.0 ft) away from the lips and the transceiver is very close... than the BP-226 or BP-227. Icom, Icom Inc. PRECAUTION RWARNING! BE CAREFUL! MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are securely attached to this device under FCC regulations. struction, which corresponds to an AC outlet. The IC-M88 employs waterproof con- iv The transceiver will...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION i 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH 15 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ii Description 15 RECOMMENDATION ii Operation 15 FOREWORD iii IMPORTANT iii 7 LAND CHANNEL OPERATION 16 LAND Channel Group 16 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS iii FEATURES iii PRECAUTION iv TABLE OF CONTENTS v Function display 16 8 SET MODE 17-21 SET mode programming 17 SET mode items 18 1 OPERATING RULES 1 9 BATTERY CHARGING 22-26 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS.... 2-3 Battery charging 22 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION 4-7 Front, top and side panels 4 Battery cautions 22 ...
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION i 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH 15 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ii Description 15 RECOMMENDATION ii Operation 15 FOREWORD iii IMPORTANT iii 7 LAND CHANNEL OPERATION 16 LAND Channel Group 16 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS iii FEATURES iii PRECAUTION iv TABLE OF CONTENTS v Function display 16 8 SET MODE 17-21 SET mode programming 17 SET mode items 18 1 OPERATING RULES 1 9 BATTERY CHARGING 22-26 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS.... 2-3 Battery charging 22 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION 4-7 Front, top and side panels 4 Battery cautions 22 ...
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... an up-to be thoroughly acquainted with the operator. D Radio licenses (1) SHIP STATION LICENSE When your responsibility to -date copy handy. NOTE: Even though the IC-M88 is capable of the applicable government rules and regulations is only required to have a current radio station license before using the transceiver. D Privacy • Information...
... an up-to be thoroughly acquainted with the operator. D Radio licenses (1) SHIP STATION LICENSE When your responsibility to -date copy handy. NOTE: Even though the IC-M88 is capable of the applicable government rules and regulations is only required to have a current radio station license before using the transceiver. D Privacy • Information...
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e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it will swivel 360 degrees. Stopper Supplied screws 2 D Swivel belt clip To attach: q Attach the stopper to the belt clip. 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS D Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied: Qty. • Swivel belt clip 1 • Stopper for the swivel belt clip 1 • Screws for the swivel belt clip 2 • Flexible antenna 1 • Handstrap 1 • Battery pack (BP-227 1 • AC adapter (BC-147A/E 1 • Battery charger (BC-152 1 *Depending on version w Clip the belt ...
e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it will swivel 360 degrees. Stopper Supplied screws 2 D Swivel belt clip To attach: q Attach the stopper to the belt clip. 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS D Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied: Qty. • Swivel belt clip 1 • Stopper for the swivel belt clip 1 • Screws for the swivel belt clip 2 • Flexible antenna 1 • Handstrap 1 • Battery pack (BP-227 1 • AC adapter (BC-147A/E 1 • Battery charger (BC-152 1 *Depending on version w Clip the belt ...
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HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN ATTACHING OR REMOVING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP. R CAUTION! If the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the swivel belt clip's stopper is scratched or damaged, the swivel belt clip may damage the transceiver. D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to release the transceiver from the belt clip. Facilitates carrying. D Handstrap Slide the handstrap through the loop on the side of the transceiver as illustrated at right. CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may not work properly. 3 NEVER HOLD by the ...
HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN ATTACHING OR REMOVING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT CLIP. R CAUTION! If the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the swivel belt clip's stopper is scratched or damaged, the swivel belt clip may damage the transceiver. D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to release the transceiver from the belt clip. Facilitates carrying. D Handstrap Slide the handstrap through the loop on the side of the transceiver as illustrated at right. CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may not work properly. 3 NEVER HOLD by the ...
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e SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC] (p.27) Connects the optional speaker-microphone. [SP MIC] jack cover NOTE: KEEP the [SP MIC] jack cover attached to the transceiver when the speaker-microphone is pushed for 1 sec. r SCAN [SCN•DUAL] (pgs. 14, 15) • Starts and stops normal or priority scan. • Enters Watch mode when pushed for 3 sec. (p. 12) 4 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels q w !0 e o i r u t y q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. t TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK SWITCH [H/L•LOCK] • Selects high, middle or...
e SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC] (p.27) Connects the optional speaker-microphone. [SP MIC] jack cover NOTE: KEEP the [SP MIC] jack cover attached to the transceiver when the speaker-microphone is pushed for 1 sec. r SCAN [SCN•DUAL] (pgs. 14, 15) • Starts and stops normal or priority scan. • Enters Watch mode when pushed for 3 sec. (p. 12) 4 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels q w !0 e o i r u t y q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. t TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK SWITCH [H/L•LOCK] • Selects high, middle or...
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i CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL SWITCH [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] • Selects and toggles the regular channels and weather channel when pushed. (pgs. 8, 9, 16) • Selects one of 4 regular channels in the selected channel group when both switches for 1 sec. • While turning power ON, clears all tag channels in sequence when pushed for channel monitoring while pushed and held. • While pushing this switch, turn the power ON to enter the set mode. !0 PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to transmit; PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 u CHANNEL UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y]/[Z] • Select an operating ...
i CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL SWITCH [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] • Selects and toggles the regular channels and weather channel when pushed. (pgs. 8, 9, 16) • Selects one of 4 regular channels in the selected channel group when both switches for 1 sec. • While turning power ON, clears all tag channels in sequence when pushed for channel monitoring while pushed and held. • While pushing this switch, turn the power ON to enter the set mode. !0 PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to transmit; PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 u CHANNEL UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y]/[Z] • Select an operating ...
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i r SCAN INDICATOR (p. 14) !7 o Blinks while scanning. !0 !6 !1 t LOCK INDICATOR (p. 12) !5 !2 Appears while the lock function is selected. (LAND !4 !3 channel group only) u BATTERY INDICATOR Indicates remaining battery power. y NARROW INDICATOR (p. 16) Appears when narrow channel spacing is activated. Indication Battery level Full Middle Charging required Discharged 6 qw e r t yu e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 14) Appears when a tag channel is selected. " " blinks while monitoring. 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display q TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 10) ...
i r SCAN INDICATOR (p. 14) !7 o Blinks while scanning. !0 !6 !1 t LOCK INDICATOR (p. 12) !5 !2 Appears while the lock function is selected. (LAND !4 !3 channel group only) u BATTERY INDICATOR Indicates remaining battery power. y NARROW INDICATOR (p. 16) Appears when narrow channel spacing is activated. Indication Battery level Full Middle Charging required Discharged 6 qw e r t yu e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 14) Appears when a tag channel is selected. " " blinks while monitoring. 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display q TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 10) ...
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"C" appears when Canadian; "TRI" appears during tri-watch . (p. 15). • Indicates the SET mode item while in SET mode. !4 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT • Indicates the selected operating channel number. • In SET mode, indicates the selected condition. !5 CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 8) Appears when the call channel is selected. !3 SUB CHANNEL READOUT • Indicates Channel 16 during dualwatch; "I /S version only) Appears when the optional voice scrambler is activated. (pgs. 11, 21) !2 DUPLEX INDICATOR Appears when a duplex channel is selected. !6 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR (...
"C" appears when Canadian; "TRI" appears during tri-watch . (p. 15). • Indicates the SET mode item while in SET mode. !4 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT • Indicates the selected operating channel number. • In SET mode, indicates the selected condition. !5 CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 8) Appears when the call channel is selected. !3 SUB CHANNEL READOUT • Indicates Channel 16 during dualwatch; "I /S version only) Appears when the optional voice scrambler is activated. (pgs. 11, 21) !2 DUPLEX INDICATOR Appears when a duplex channel is selected. !6 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR (...
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lecting Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to the condition before se- w Push [CH/WX•U/I /C/L] to return to the condition before selecting Channel 9 (call channel), or push [Y]/[Z] to store your most often used for establishing initial contact with another station and for details. q Push [16•9] to select the call channel in each call channel is monitored during both dualwatch and tri-watch . While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16. w Push [CH/WX•U/I /C/L] to return to select the operating channel. 9 Push D Channel 9 (Call channel) Channel 9 is ...
lecting Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to the condition before se- w Push [CH/WX•U/I /C/L] to return to the condition before selecting Channel 9 (call channel), or push [Y]/[Z] to store your most often used for establishing initial contact with another station and for details. q Push [16•9] to select the call channel in each call channel is monitored during both dualwatch and tri-watch . While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16. w Push [CH/WX•U/I /C/L] to return to select the operating channel. 9 Push D Channel 9 (Call channel) Channel 9 is ...
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... "LAND CHANNEL OPERATION" on the selected weather channel while receiving in sequence. e To change the channel group, push [CH/WX•U/I /C/L For your convenience: The IC-M88 can be specified for the operating area. These channel groups may be selected in another channel or during scanning. BASIC OPERATION 4 D U.S.A., International and...
... "LAND CHANNEL OPERATION" on the selected weather channel while receiving in sequence. e To change the channel group, push [CH/WX•U/I /C/L For your convenience: The IC-M88 can be specified for the operating area. These channel groups may be selected in another channel or during scanning. BASIC OPERATION 4 D U.S.A., International and...
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... hold to transmit u Release to 4 inches) from the speaker. - u Release [PTT] to select the desired channel. - For U.S.A version: To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the IC-M88 has a time-out timer function. Choose low power to conserve the battery power and it cannot be used for transmission (for 1 sec., the squelch function...
... hold to transmit u Release to 4 inches) from the speaker. - u Release [PTT] to select the desired channel. - For U.S.A version: To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the IC-M88 has a time-out timer function. Choose low power to conserve the battery power and it cannot be used for transmission (for 1 sec., the squelch function...
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... function OFF, repeat step w. • "SCRM" disappears. q Select an operating channel except Channel 16, 70 or weather channels. BASIC OPERATION 4 Adjusting the squelch level The IC-M88 has a squelch even though there is convenient for nighttime operation.
... function OFF, repeat step w. • "SCRM" disappears. q Select an operating channel except Channel 16, 70 or weather channels. BASIC OPERATION 4 Adjusting the squelch level The IC-M88 has a squelch even though there is convenient for nighttime operation.
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q Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] for 3 sec. (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to enter call channel programming condition. • Call channel number to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. • Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. e Push [16•9] again for 1 sec. Lock function This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT], [SQL] and [H/L•LOCK]) to be programmed. w Push [16•9] for 1 sec. to program the displayed channel as the call channel. • The call channel number stop flashing. t Push [16•9] to select the...
q Push [CH/WX•U/I/C/L] for 3 sec. (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to enter call channel programming condition. • Call channel number to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. • Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. e Push [16•9] again for 1 sec. Lock function This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT], [SQL] and [H/L•LOCK]) to be programmed. w Push [16•9] for 1 sec. to program the displayed channel as the call channel. • The call channel number stop flashing. t Push [16•9] to select the...
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Choose priority or normal scan in SET mode. (pgs. 18, 19) PRIORITY SCAN CH 01 CH 02 Set the tag channels (scanned channel) before scanning. Priority scan searches through all tag channels in sequence. When a signal is detected on Channel 16, scan pauses until the signal disappears. These functions can be activated simultaneously, depending on a channel other than Channel 16, scan becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears; However, unlike priority scan, Channel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is available for standby convenience. The transceiver has priority scan and ...
Choose priority or normal scan in SET mode. (pgs. 18, 19) PRIORITY SCAN CH 01 CH 02 Set the tag channels (scanned channel) before scanning. Priority scan searches through all tag channels in sequence. When a signal is detected on Channel 16, scan pauses until the signal disappears. These functions can be activated simultaneously, depending on a channel other than Channel 16, scan becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears; However, unlike priority scan, Channel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is available for standby convenience. The transceiver has priority scan and ...
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5 SCAN OPERATION Setting tag channels For more efficient scanning, add desired channels as a tag channel. e Push both [Y] and [Z] for 1 sec., if desired. • When the weather alert function is received, scan pauses until the signal disappears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. Starting a scan Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer and auto scan function in use, select the desired weather channel with [CH/WX•U/I /C/L] for 1 sec. Nontag channels will be assigned to each channel group (USA, INT, CAN) independently. to set the displayed...
5 SCAN OPERATION Setting tag channels For more efficient scanning, add desired channels as a tag channel. e Push both [Y] and [Z] for 1 sec., if desired. • When the weather alert function is received, scan pauses until the signal disappears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. Starting a scan Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer and auto scan function in use, select the desired weather channel with [CH/WX•U/I /C/L] for 1 sec. Nontag channels will be assigned to each channel group (USA, INT, CAN) independently. to set the displayed...