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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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... operation. With proper care this product should provide you for the IC-A14/S. Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with Icom's state of the art technology and craftsmanship. CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. t y ii The IC-A14/S VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with the transceiver. Qty. This in- NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only.
... operation. With proper care this product should provide you for the IC-A14/S. Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with Icom's state of the art technology and craftsmanship. CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. t y ii The IC-A14/S VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with the transceiver. Qty. This in- NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only.
Instruction Manual
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...atmosphere. tion is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. Icom, Icom Inc. NEVER operate the transceiver with temperatures below -10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C (+140°F). cal blasting caps or in ...areas with a headset or other countries. iii The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is vertical. NEVER short the terminals of Icom Incor- Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. Also, cur- rent may flow into...
...atmosphere. tion is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. Icom, Icom Inc. NEVER operate the transceiver with temperatures below -10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C (+140°F). cal blasting caps or in ...areas with a headset or other countries. iii The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is vertical. NEVER short the terminals of Icom Incor- Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. Also, cur- rent may flow into...
Instruction Manual
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...transceiver power ON/OFF and adjusts 15 the audio level. 16 17 18 19 pgs. 3, 4) !0 EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS 2 i MEMORY MODE/MEMORY WRITE KEY [MR]/[MW] Push to select memory mode. (p. 12) [MIC/SP] (p. 37) Connects the optional speaker microphone or a headset 3 using with the IC-A14... only; PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 1 u KEYPAD (Available with the optional OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER, if 4 For IC-A14 P ush [FUNC] then push this key enters select memory desired. 5 ...
...transceiver power ON/OFF and adjusts 15 the audio level. 16 17 18 19 pgs. 3, 4) !0 EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS 2 i MEMORY MODE/MEMORY WRITE KEY [MR]/[MW] Push to select memory mode. (p. 12) [MIC/SP] (p. 37) Connects the optional speaker microphone or a headset 3 using with the IC-A14... only; PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 1 u KEYPAD (Available with the optional OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER, if 4 For IC-A14 P ush [FUNC] then push this key enters select memory desired. 5 ...
Instruction Manual
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... the antenna. • DO NOT transmit without an antenna. Otherwise the transceiver may be damaged. 2 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT D Belt clip 1 Conveniently attaches to your belt. D Antenna Insert the supplied antenna into the antenna connector and screw down the ...
... the antenna. • DO NOT transmit without an antenna. Otherwise the transceiver may be damaged. 2 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT D Belt clip 1 Conveniently attaches to your belt. D Antenna Insert the supplied antenna into the antenna connector and screw down the ...
Instruction Manual
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..., perform as shown in the illustration at right. NEVER release or attach the battery pack when the transceiver is then released. This may result water or dust getting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the direction of the arrow (w) as follow. The battery pack is...for a while (approx. 10 sec.), then attach the battery pack then turn power ON. q Battery release button w For your information If the transceiver power cannot be turned ON when replacing with [VOL] before attaching or detaching the battery pack. To release the battery pack: Slide the battery release...
..., perform as shown in the illustration at right. NEVER release or attach the battery pack when the transceiver is then released. This may result water or dust getting into the transceiver/battery pack and may result in the direction of the arrow (w) as follow. The battery pack is...for a while (approx. 10 sec.), then attach the battery pack then turn power ON. q Battery release button w For your information If the transceiver power cannot be turned ON when replacing with [VOL] before attaching or detaching the battery pack. To release the battery pack: Slide the battery release...
Instruction Manual
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... lock function prevents accidental frequency changes and accidental function activation. w To turn the lock function ON. • " " indicator appears. 3 BASIC OPERATION n Setting a squelch level The transceiver has a noise squelch circuit to the previous indication. Squelch open [ ] Appears while key lock function is open squelch and 'SQL--10' is tight squelch. •...
... lock function prevents accidental frequency changes and accidental function activation. w To turn the lock function ON. • " " indicator appears. 3 BASIC OPERATION n Setting a squelch level The transceiver has a noise squelch circuit to the previous indication. Squelch open [ ] Appears while key lock function is open squelch and 'SQL--10' is tight squelch. •...
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See page 26 12 for weak signals. r Push [SQLY] several times to regulatory requirements, the IC-A14/S has a Time-Out-Timer function. e Speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. 3 4 5 6 y When a signal is clear. [PTT] 18 Microphone 19 10... receiving a signal. 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. This may damage 1 the transceiver. 2 w P ush [SQLZ] several times until the channel is received on...
See page 26 12 for weak signals. r Push [SQLY] several times to regulatory requirements, the IC-A14/S has a Time-Out-Timer function. e Speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. 3 4 5 6 y When a signal is clear. [PTT] 18 Microphone 19 10... receiving a signal. 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. This may damage 1 the transceiver. 2 w P ush [SQLZ] several times until the channel is received on...
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...battery indicator [PTT] [Z]/[Y] IMPORTANT! light when no battery charging is performed even the low battery indicator blinks, emits a long beep then the transceiver power turned OFF automatically. 11 If so, reduce the volume /monitor level or discontinue use. w During transmit, push [Y]/[Z] to turn the ... level q Push [PTT] to adjust the level. • 'ST--0' is OFF and 'ST--10' is maximum level. n LCD backlight The IC-A14/S has LCD backlight for monitoring. The attached battery pack requires recharging. A ringing in your transmitted voice to a specified level.
...battery indicator [PTT] [Z]/[Y] IMPORTANT! light when no battery charging is performed even the low battery indicator blinks, emits a long beep then the transceiver power turned OFF automatically. 11 If so, reduce the volume /monitor level or discontinue use. w During transmit, push [Y]/[Z] to turn the ... level q Push [PTT] to adjust the level. • 'ST--0' is OFF and 'ST--10' is maximum level. n LCD backlight The IC-A14/S has LCD backlight for monitoring. The attached battery pack requires recharging. A ringing in your transmitted voice to a specified level.
Instruction Manual
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.... This function can be modified to suits your preference using with the IC-A14 only) The IC-A14 can be activated even when the key lock function is convenient if you want to return the transceiver to default condition without memory channels. w Push [CLR] to return ...The home function is in use. 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 121.5 MHz emergency frequency quickly. q Push [FUNC] then [121.5](0) to return...
.... This function can be modified to suits your preference using with the IC-A14 only) The IC-A14 can be activated even when the key lock function is convenient if you want to return the transceiver to default condition without memory channels. w Push [CLR] to return ...The home function is in use. 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 121.5 MHz emergency frequency quickly. q Push [FUNC] then [121.5](0) to return...
Instruction Manual
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For IC-A14S q Rotate [VOL] to turn the transceiver power OFF. 12 w While pushing and holding [Y]/[Z], rotate [VOL] to enter 8 set , if desired. For IC-A14 Push [FUNC] then push [ANL](1) to enter 13 set mode. w While pushing and holding [Y]/[Z], rotate [VOL] to... appears when the ANL function is displayed briefly. tion ON/OFF. 6 For IC-A14S • "ANL" indicator appears when the ANL function is ON. 16 t Push [CLR] to return to turn the transceiver power OFF. For IC-A14 components such as that caused by engine ignition systems 3 while receiving. 4 ...
For IC-A14S q Rotate [VOL] to turn the transceiver power OFF. 12 w While pushing and holding [Y]/[Z], rotate [VOL] to enter 8 set , if desired. For IC-A14 Push [FUNC] then push [ANL](1) to enter 13 set mode. w While pushing and holding [Y]/[Z], rotate [VOL] to... appears when the ANL function is displayed briefly. tion ON/OFF. 6 For IC-A14S • "ANL" indicator appears when the ANL function is ON. 16 t Push [CLR] to return to turn the transceiver power OFF. For IC-A14 components such as that caused by engine ignition systems 3 while receiving. 4 ...
Instruction Manual
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... any important weather announcements. When the weather alert function is turned ON, the transceiver detects the alert, and sounds a beep tone until the transceiver is set to frequency mode. 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 Weather channel...
... any important weather announcements. When the weather alert function is turned ON, the transceiver detects the alert, and sounds a beep tone until the transceiver is set to frequency mode. 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 Weather channel...
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... Push [FUNC] then push and hold [SET](ENT) for 1 sec. D Set mode items • ANL- Key touch beep (available with IC-A14S only) The beep tone which sounds at the push of a switch can be changed values or conditions of the set mode. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n ... and [Z], turn [VOL] to turn the transceiver power OFF. t Push [CLR] to return to suits your information: The default value of functions. Microphone gain The internal microphone gain can be set mode. And the default settings are available. 25 ANL function (available with IC-A14S only) Sets the ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter...
... Push [FUNC] then push and hold [SET](ENT) for 1 sec. D Set mode items • ANL- Key touch beep (available with IC-A14S only) The beep tone which sounds at the push of a switch can be changed values or conditions of the set mode. 6 OTHER FUNCTIONS n ... and [Z], turn [VOL] to turn the transceiver power OFF. t Push [CLR] to return to suits your information: The default value of functions. Microphone gain The internal microphone gain can be set mode. And the default settings are available. 25 ANL function (available with IC-A14S only) Sets the ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter...
Instruction Manual
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... immediately. This may cause heat generation, and the battery may also degrade battery performance or shorten R DANGER! Never use and charge with Icom radios or Icom charger. Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks or any other liquids. R DANGER! If any of these conditions ... (+140˚F). If the battery gets wet, be visible on the outside of battery performance. R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for D Battery caution which it is not specified in direct sunlight may cause the battery to wipe it has been severely impacted equipment, or ...
... immediately. This may cause heat generation, and the battery may also degrade battery performance or shorten R DANGER! Never use and charge with Icom radios or Icom charger. Even if the surface of the battery does not show cracks or any other liquids. R DANGER! If any of these conditions ... (+140˚F). If the battery gets wet, be visible on the outside of battery performance. R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for D Battery caution which it is not specified in direct sunlight may cause the battery to wipe it has been severely impacted equipment, or ...
Instruction Manual
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... the charger if it is out of the specified temperature range. NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached to extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves, 4 rupture. Icom 15 temperature between -20˚C to +50˚C (−4˚F to +122˚F) for three...temperature environment (above +45˚C; +113˚F) for a year storing. You may exceed that the specified temperature range of the transceiver. Always use the battery until the remaining capacity is wet or soiled. charging and remove the battery from the radio after discharg- charger...
... the charger if it is out of the specified temperature range. NEVER insert the transceiver (battery attached to extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves, 4 rupture. Icom 15 temperature between -20˚C to +50˚C (−4˚F to +122˚F) for three...temperature environment (above +45˚C; +113˚F) for a year storing. You may exceed that the specified temperature range of the transceiver. Always use the battery until the remaining capacity is wet or soiled. charging and remove the battery from the radio after discharg- charger...
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Charging indicator Be sure to the cigarette lighter socket. • Charging period Approx. 12 hrs. (with the transceiver. 29 7 BATTERY PACKS n Charging the battery D Regular charging with the transceiver depending on versions) or the optional cigarette lighter cable (CP-22). Turn power OFF CP-22 (for some versions...; 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 BP-232N) • Charging indicator color information Orange : During charge Green : Charging...
Charging indicator Be sure to the cigarette lighter socket. • Charging period Approx. 12 hrs. (with the transceiver. 29 7 BATTERY PACKS n Charging the battery D Regular charging with the transceiver depending on versions) or the optional cigarette lighter cable (CP-22). Turn power OFF CP-22 (for some versions...; 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 BP-232N) • Charging indicator color information Orange : During charge Green : Charging...
Instruction Manual
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... are correctly aligned with BC-119N depending 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...
... are correctly aligned with BC-119N depending 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...
Instruction Manual
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... BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. 7 BATTERY PACKS D Rapid charging with the guide rails inside the charger adapter. Battery pack Transceiver Turn power OFF AC adapter (Purchased separately) AD-106 charger adapters are installed in each slot.
... BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. 7 BATTERY PACKS D Rapid charging with the guide rails inside the charger adapter. Battery pack Transceiver Turn power OFF AC adapter (Purchased separately) AD-106 charger adapters are installed in each slot.
Instruction Manual
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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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... SOFTWARE HELP file for details. 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 the optional CS-A14 CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional OPC-478 (RS-232C type) or...
... SOFTWARE HELP file for details. 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 the optional CS-A14 CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional OPC-478 (RS-232C type) or...