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... environment. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at the distance of 2.5 cm with the FCC RF exposure limits of Potentially Hazardous Electro- Belt Clip (MB-94/96F) and Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack (BP-230N/ 232N). • D O NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as "Occupational Use Only", meaning...
... environment. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at the distance of 2.5 cm with the FCC RF exposure limits of Potentially Hazardous Electro- Belt Clip (MB-94/96F) and Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack (BP-230N/ 232N). • D O NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as "Occupational Use Only", meaning...
Instruction Manual
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.... No risk of the art technology and craftsmanship. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL- This in- IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. The IC-A14/S VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom's state of personal injury, fire or electric shock. q Flexible antenna 1 w Battery pack 1 e Belt clip 1 r Hand strap 1 t Battery charger 1 y AC adapter 1 q w e r EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION Personal injury, fire hazard or...
.... No risk of the art technology and craftsmanship. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL- This in- IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. The IC-A14/S VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom's state of personal injury, fire or electric shock. q Flexible antenna 1 w Battery pack 1 e Belt clip 1 r Hand strap 1 t Battery charger 1 y AC adapter 1 q w e r EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION Personal injury, fire hazard or...
Instruction Manual
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... 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...
... 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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... 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. to turn the "TAG" setting ON and OFF. (p. 20) r PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to change or select the operating frequency, memory channel, set mode setting, etc. (p. 8) While scanning, push to transmit; y UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z] Push to change the scanning direction. (pgs. 18, 19) For IC-A14S...
... 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. to turn the "TAG" setting ON and OFF. (p. 20) r PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to change or select the operating frequency, memory channel, set mode setting, etc. (p. 8) While scanning, push to transmit; y UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z] Push to change the scanning direction. (pgs. 18, 19) For IC-A14S...
Instruction Manual
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... receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. The attached battery pack requires recharging when this indicator ON. Blinks when battery replacement is in use . !0 LOW BATTERY INDICATOR (p. 11) Appears when the battery is selected. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION n Function display q w e r t y u io !0 !1 q FUNCTION INDICATOR Appears when [FUNC] is activate. Blinks while setting the duplex frequency. w MEMORY INDICATOR (p. 12) Appears when memory channel mode is nearing exhaustion. i WEATHER ALERT INDICATOR (IC-A14...
... receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. The attached battery pack requires recharging when this indicator ON. Blinks when battery replacement is in use . !0 LOW BATTERY INDICATOR (p. 11) Appears when the battery is selected. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION n Function display q w e r t y u io !0 !1 q FUNCTION INDICATOR Appears when [FUNC] is activate. Blinks while setting the duplex frequency. w MEMORY INDICATOR (p. 12) Appears when memory channel mode is nearing exhaustion. i WEATHER ALERT INDICATOR (IC-A14...
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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 adjust the audio level. NOTE: About Time-Out-Timer function 9 For the prevention of continuous transmission. See page 26 12 for weak signals. q Set the desired frequency in set mode. r Release [PTT] to return to open for details. 13 14 n Transmitting Appears while...
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 adjust the audio level. NOTE: About Time-Out-Timer function 9 For the prevention of continuous transmission. See page 26 12 for weak signals. q Set the desired frequency in set mode. r Release [PTT] to return to open for details. 13 14 n Transmitting Appears while...
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... IC-A14/S has LCD backlight for monitoring. Side tone level is maximum level. If no backlight is performed even the low battery indicator blinks, emits a long beep then the transceiver power turned OFF automatically. 11 3 BASIC OPERATION n Side tone function When using this function (OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER and headset are required). (p. 37) D Setting the side tone level q Push [PTT] to turn the LCD backlight ON and OFF. IMPORTANT! Light OFF...
... IC-A14/S has LCD backlight for monitoring. Side tone level is maximum level. If no backlight is performed even the low battery indicator blinks, emits a long beep then the transceiver power turned OFF automatically. 11 3 BASIC OPERATION n Side tone function When using this function (OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER and headset are required). (p. 37) D Setting the side tone level q Push [PTT] to turn the LCD backlight ON and OFF. IMPORTANT! Light OFF...
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... number if desired. No frequency is displayed when a blank channel is selected. Blinks when select memory write mode is selected. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired memory channel number. • P ush [FUNC], then push [BANK](3) to enter bank selection mode, and push [Y]/[Z] or appropriate digit key ([0]-[9]), then push [ENT] to select the frequency mode, if necessary. 4 MEMORY OPERATION n Programming a memory channel Program often-used frequencies with the following instructions...
... number if desired. No frequency is displayed when a blank channel is selected. Blinks when select memory write mode is selected. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired memory channel number. • P ush [FUNC], then push [BANK](3) to enter bank selection mode, and push [Y]/[Z] or appropriate digit key ([0]-[9]), then push [ENT] to select the frequency mode, if necessary. 4 MEMORY OPERATION n Programming a memory channel Program often-used frequencies with the following instructions...
Instruction Manual
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... and hold [MR] for IC-A14 only). For IC-A14 t Push the appropriate digit key several times to the frequency indication. • When no name is pushed. • To erase a character, overwrite with a space (displayed as "_"). ing [ENT]. e Select the desired memory channel to enter the memory name programming mode appears and 1st digit blinks. • Available characters KEY...
... and hold [MR] for IC-A14 only). For IC-A14 t Push the appropriate digit key several times to the frequency indication. • When no name is pushed. • To erase a character, overwrite with a space (displayed as "_"). ing [ENT]. e Select the desired memory channel to enter the memory name programming mode appears and 1st digit blinks. • Available characters KEY...
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... IC-A14S 7 MEMORY SCAN non-TAG channel e Push and hold [Y]/[Z] for 1 sec. 5 SCAN OPERATION n Scan types n COM band scan 1 The IC-A14 has 3 scan types to select the frequency mode. 2 has 2 scan types. to start the scan. 8 • When a signal is received, the scan pauses until it disappears. • To change the scanning direction, push [Y]/[Z]. 9 Mch 2 Mch 4 Mch 6 lected memory bank's r To stop the scan, push [CLR]. 10 Mch 1 Mch 7 all "TAG" weather channels...
... IC-A14S 7 MEMORY SCAN non-TAG channel e Push and hold [Y]/[Z] for 1 sec. 5 SCAN OPERATION n Scan types n COM band scan 1 The IC-A14 has 3 scan types to select the frequency mode. 2 has 2 scan types. to start the scan. 8 • When a signal is received, the scan pauses until it disappears. • To change the scanning direction, push [Y]/[Z]. 9 Mch 2 Mch 4 Mch 6 lected memory bank's r To stop the scan, push [CLR]. 10 Mch 1 Mch 7 all "TAG" weather channels...
Instruction Manual
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... return the transceiver to the 121.5 MHz emergency frequency quickly. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n Home function The home function is in use. n Accessing 121.5 MHz emergency frequency (Available 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 condition can set to default condition without...
... return the transceiver to the 121.5 MHz emergency frequency quickly. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n Home function The home function is in use. n Accessing 121.5 MHz emergency frequency (Available 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 condition can set to default condition without...
Instruction Manual
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... 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 ON [WX-ALT](4) [FUNC] The previously selected (used) weather channel is checked any important weather announcements. e Push [CLR] to exit the WX channel mode and return to turns the weather alert function...
... 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 ON [WX-ALT](4) [FUNC] The previously selected (used) weather channel is checked any important weather announcements. e Push [CLR] to exit the WX channel mode and return to turns the weather alert function...
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... frequency mode. vance. 4 D Programming a duplex frequency D Operating the duplex function 5 q Push [CLR] to call a flight service station 2 while receiving a VOR station. r Set the desired flight service station frequency using [Y]/[Z] or keypad. • NAVI band frequency range: 108.00-117.975 MHz e Push [FUNC], then push [DUP-W](5). • NAVI band frequency range: 108.00-117.975 MHz 7 w P ush [FUNC], then push [DUP](6) to turn the duplex function ON. 8 • "DUP" blinks and transmit frequency...
... frequency mode. vance. 4 D Programming a duplex frequency D Operating the duplex function 5 q Push [CLR] to call a flight service station 2 while receiving a VOR station. r Set the desired flight service station frequency using [Y]/[Z] or keypad. • NAVI band frequency range: 108.00-117.975 MHz e Push [FUNC], then push [DUP-W](5). • NAVI band frequency range: 108.00-117.975 MHz 7 w P ush [FUNC], then push [DUP](6) to turn the duplex function ON. 8 • "DUP" blinks and transmit frequency...
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... a switch can be changed values or conditions of functions. w While pushing and holding [Y] and [Z], turn the transceiver power OFF. D Set mode items • ANL- For your communicating style. And the default settings are available. 25 to frequency mode. [VOL] [MR] [CLR] For IC-A14 only Push [FUNC] then push and hold [SET](ENT) for 1 sec. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n Set mode setting Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed with the optional cloning software...
... a switch can be changed values or conditions of functions. w While pushing and holding [Y] and [Z], turn the transceiver power OFF. D Set mode items • ANL- For your communicating style. And the default settings are available. 25 to frequency mode. [VOL] [MR] [CLR] For IC-A14 only Push [FUNC] then push and hold [SET](ENT) for 1 sec. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n Set mode setting Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed with the optional cloning software...
Instruction Manual
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... charge with temperatures above +60˚C (+140˚F). Never use or leave battery packs in areas with Icom radios or Icom charger. DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the battery. Battery damage may cause them , and see a doctor immediately. Immediately stop using . If any of these conditions occur, contact your eyes with any part of the body that is not specified in direct...
... charge with temperatures above +60˚C (+140˚F). Never use or leave battery packs in areas with Icom radios or Icom charger. DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the battery. Battery damage may cause them , and see a doctor immediately. Immediately stop using . If any of these conditions occur, contact your eyes with any part of the body that is not specified in direct...
Instruction Manual
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..., overheating, or cause the battery to +95˚F) for a recommends charging the battery at +20˚C (+68˚F). charging and remove the battery from the radio after discharg- Continuing to +104˚F). charger. BATTERY PACKS 7 1 WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven, D Charging caution 2 high-pressure container, or in direct sunlight. Using the battery out of the specified temperature range. ture. 11 CAUTION! You...
..., overheating, or cause the battery to +95˚F) for a recommends charging the battery at +20˚C (+68˚F). charging and remove the battery from the radio after discharg- Continuing to +104˚F). charger. BATTERY PACKS 7 1 WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven, D Charging caution 2 high-pressure container, or in direct sunlight. Using the battery out of the specified temperature range. ture. 11 CAUTION! You...
Instruction Manual
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... IC-A14S: Turn the beep tone ON in frequency mode. • Recharge the battery pack. 9 TROUBLESHOOTING If your transceiver seems to be changed. 8 Scan does not start. • All memory channels in the selected bank are • Set the "TAG" settings of the problem if possible, and replace the dam- 17 aged fuse with a new rated one (FGB 8 A) as "TAG" channels. 9 No beep sounds. • Squelch is open. • Set the squelch level to...
... IC-A14S: Turn the beep tone ON in frequency mode. • Recharge the battery pack. 9 TROUBLESHOOTING If your transceiver seems to be changed. 8 Scan does not start. • All memory channels in the selected bank are • Set the "TAG" settings of the problem if possible, and replace the dam- 17 aged fuse with a new rated one (FGB 8 A) as "TAG" channels. 9 No beep sounds. • Squelch is open. • Set the squelch level to...
Instruction Manual
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... 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 • Usable temperature range : -10˚C to +60˚C (+14°F to change...
... 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 • Usable temperature range : -10˚C to +60˚C (+14°F to change...
Instruction Manual
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... 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 6 battery packs (six AD-106's are re- Charges the battery pack using the cloning cable, OPC-478 (RS-232C; Charges the battery pack using 12/24 V 6 For rapid charging of items, such as memory 13 channels or set mode contents, from a PC using 13.8 V power source...
... 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 6 battery packs (six AD-106's are re- Charges the battery pack using the cloning cable, OPC-478 (RS-232C; Charges the battery pack using 12/24 V 6 For rapid charging of items, such as memory 13 channels or set mode contents, from a PC using 13.8 V power source...
Instruction Manual
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... the headset for operation with the IC-A14/S with the IC-A14/S. See "n Side tone function" (p. 11) when setting the side tone level. Some headsets do not work properly when used with the headset. 37 PTT PTT switch Use a PTT switch with a 3.5 mm (1⁄8˝) diameter plug, if required. 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.
... the headset for operation with the IC-A14/S with the IC-A14/S. See "n Side tone function" (p. 11) when setting the side tone level. Some headsets do not work properly when used with the headset. 37 PTT PTT switch Use a PTT switch with a 3.5 mm (1⁄8˝) diameter plug, if required. 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.