Instruction Manual
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.... ••The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that enable you to monitor the Distress channel (Ch 16) while receiving on another channel (Dualwatch), or while receiving on . This instruction manual includes some functions that are usable only when they are preset by Icom. zz Built-in Class D DSC function The transceiver has the DSC functions for the IC-M220, IC-M220G...
.... ••The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that enable you to monitor the Distress channel (Ch 16) while receiving on another channel (Dualwatch), or while receiving on . This instruction manual includes some functions that are usable only when they are preset by Icom. zz Built-in Class D DSC function The transceiver has the DSC functions for the IC-M220, IC-M220G...
Instruction Manual
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... radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the diagram below. MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement ou modification, non expressément approuvé par Icom Inc., peut annuler l'autorisation de l'utilisateur à utiliser cet appareil conformément à la réglementation FCC. ■■ NOTE A WARNING STICKER is likely to cause harmful interference...
... radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the diagram below. MISE EN GARDE: Tout changement ou modification, non expressément approuvé par Icom Inc., peut annuler l'autorisation de l'utilisateur à utiliser cet appareil conformément à la réglementation FCC. ■■ NOTE A WARNING STICKER is likely to cause harmful interference...
Instruction Manual
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... code 6 4 BASIC OPERATION 7 ■■Selecting a channel 7 ■■Weather channels and Weather Alert�� 8 ■■Adjusting the volume level 9 ■■Adjusting the squelch level 9 ■■Adjusting the backlight or the display contrast 9 ■■Setting the Call channel 10 ■■Receiving and transmitting 10 ■■AquaQuake Water Draining function�� 11 ■■Editing a channel name 11 5 SCAN OPERATION 12 ■■Scan...
... code 6 4 BASIC OPERATION 7 ■■Selecting a channel 7 ■■Weather channels and Weather Alert�� 8 ■■Adjusting the volume level 9 ■■Adjusting the squelch level 9 ■■Adjusting the backlight or the display contrast 9 ■■Setting the Call channel 10 ■■Receiving and transmitting 10 ■■AquaQuake Water Draining function�� 11 ■■Editing a channel name 11 5 SCAN OPERATION 12 ■■Scan...
Instruction Manual
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...~16) 4 UP/DOWN KEYS Push to select an operating channel, Menu items, Menu settings, and so on. (pp. 7) ••Push to select a character or number in the entry mode. (pp. 11, 15~16) 5 CLEAR KEY [CLR] Push to cancel the entered data, or to return to the previous screen. 6 POWER/VOLUME/SQUELCH KEY [PWR/VOL/SQL] ••Hold...
...~16) 4 UP/DOWN KEYS Push to select an operating channel, Menu items, Menu settings, and so on. (pp. 7) ••Push to select a character or number in the entry mode. (pp. 11, 15~16) 5 CLEAR KEY [CLR] Push to cancel the entered data, or to return to the previous screen. 6 POWER/VOLUME/SQUELCH KEY [PWR/VOL/SQL] ••Hold...
Instruction Manual
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... 6 7 1 STATUS INDICATOR (p. 10) 7 CHANNEL SWITCH ICON (p. 36) 8 ••TX: Displayed while transmitting. ••BUSY: Displayed while receiving, or Displayed when the "CH Auto SW" is set to "Ignore after 10 sec." LL The selectable channels differ, depending on the data is received. or "Manual." 9 the squelch is open. 2 POWER INDICATOR (p. 5) ••25W: High power ••1W: Low power 8 LOCAL INDICATOR Displayed when the RF Attenuation...
... 6 7 1 STATUS INDICATOR (p. 10) 7 CHANNEL SWITCH ICON (p. 36) 8 ••TX: Displayed while transmitting. ••BUSY: Displayed while receiving, or Displayed when the "CH Auto SW" is set to "Ignore after 10 sec." LL The selectable channels differ, depending on the data is received. or "Manual." 9 the squelch is open. 2 POWER INDICATOR (p. 5) ••25W: High power ••1W: Low power 8 LOCAL INDICATOR Displayed when the RF Attenuation...
Instruction Manual
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... data is received, or when manually entered. (p. 16) Received GPS data: ••"NO POS NO TIME" is displayed if no GPS data has been received, and then a warning message is displayed for 2 minutes after turning ON the transceiver blinks if no GPS data is received for the DSC function are assigned to the Software Keys for 30 seconds after receiving valid GPS...
... data is received, or when manually entered. (p. 16) Received GPS data: ••"NO POS NO TIME" is displayed if no GPS data has been received, and then a warning message is displayed for 2 minutes after turning ON the transceiver blinks if no GPS data is received for the DSC function are assigned to the Software Keys for 30 seconds after receiving valid GPS...
Instruction Manual
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... this key to return to the regular channel mode. p. 14 11 HI/LO High/Low CH/WX Channel/ Weather channel Push to set to only low power. Some channels are set the output power to high or low. Push to set or release the displayed channel as a Favorite channel. LL While the Call channel or Channel 16 is displayed in the Multiple-task mode. (For only p. 20 7 the USA version) (For only...
... this key to return to the regular channel mode. p. 14 11 HI/LO High/Low CH/WX Channel/ Weather channel Push to set to only low power. Some channels are set the output power to high or low. Push to set or release the displayed channel as a Favorite channel. LL While the Call channel or Channel 16 is displayed in the Multiple-task mode. (For only p. 20 7 the USA version) (For only...
Instruction Manual
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... "MMSI Input" screen is displayed. 6. This initial code can be changed only by your dealer or distributor. Push [ENT] to set the entered code. ••When your MMSI" is briefly displayed, and then enters the operating screen. To enter the code after skipping, turn OFF the power, and then turn ON the transceiver. ••Three short beeps sound, and "Push [ENT] to...
... "MMSI Input" screen is displayed. 6. This initial code can be changed only by your dealer or distributor. Push [ENT] to set the entered code. ••When your MMSI" is briefly displayed, and then enters the operating screen. To enter the code after skipping, turn OFF the power, and then turn ON the transceiver. ••Three short beeps sound, and "Push [ENT] to...
Instruction Manual
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... [▼] to exit the Menu screen. 6. Channel 16 is used channels in the standby mode, you must monitor Channel 16. 5 zz Push [16/C] to display CHAN or CH/WX , and then push the software key below CHAN or CH/WX . 14 15 DDSelecting a Channel Group Channel Groups are preset into your transceiver. Push [▲] or [▼] select a Channel Group, and then push [ENT...
... [▼] to exit the Menu screen. 6. Channel 16 is used channels in the standby mode, you must monitor Channel 16. 5 zz Push [16/C] to display CHAN or CH/WX , and then push the software key below CHAN or CH/WX . 14 15 DDSelecting a Channel Group Channel Groups are preset into your transceiver. Push [▲] or [▼] select a Channel Group, and then push [ENT...
Instruction Manual
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....275 DDSetting the Weather Alert To receive the weather alert, set the WX Alert to the weather channel icon. DDSelecting a Weather channel 1. 4 BASIC OPERATION ■■ Weather channels and Weather Alert The USA version transceiver has 10 preset Weather channels. Push CH/WX . ••"WX" is displayed on the selected weather channel, or while scanning. *When used within range of monitoring broadcasts from the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Push [MENU]. 2. LL "WX " blinks until you push...
....275 DDSetting the Weather Alert To receive the weather alert, set the WX Alert to the weather channel icon. DDSelecting a Weather channel 1. 4 BASIC OPERATION ■■ Weather channels and Weather Alert The USA version transceiver has 10 preset Weather channels. Push CH/WX . ••"WX" is displayed on the selected weather channel, or while scanning. *When used within range of monitoring broadcasts from the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Push [MENU]. 2. LL "WX " blinks until you push...
Instruction Manual
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Open the "CALL CHANNEL" screen. [MENU] > Radio Settings > Call Channel 2. Push EXIT to select the channel. 3. Release [PTT] to receive. 1 Select a channel 2 Hold down [PTT] and speak into the microphone at your normal voice level. Push [▲] or [▼] to exit the Menu screen. ■■ Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. 1. You can set your transmitted signal, pause for quick recall. 1. NOTE: The Time-out...
Open the "CALL CHANNEL" screen. [MENU] > Radio Settings > Call Channel 2. Push EXIT to select the channel. 3. Release [PTT] to receive. 1 Select a channel 2 Hold down [PTT] and speak into the microphone at your normal voice level. Push [▲] or [▼] to exit the Menu screen. ■■ Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. 1. You can set your transmitted signal, pause for quick recall. 1. NOTE: The Time-out...
Instruction Manual
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... Draining function removes water from the speaker. All VHF marine channels are set to ON. 11 [MENU] > Radio Settings > CH Close-up 12 1. Push NAME . ••The "CHANNEL NAME" screen is activated for a maximum of the volume level setting. LL This function is displayed. 15 16 4. Push [◄] or [►] to display AQUA . 4 2. This enables easy recognition of each operating channel and weather channel, using Select "◄...
... Draining function removes water from the speaker. All VHF marine channels are set to ON. 11 [MENU] > Radio Settings > CH Close-up 12 1. Push NAME . ••The "CHANNEL NAME" screen is activated for a maximum of the volume level setting. LL This function is displayed. 15 16 4. Push [◄] or [►] to display AQUA . 4 2. This enables easy recognition of each operating channel and weather channel, using Select "◄...
Instruction Manual
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...;] to display . 4 4. You can set Favorite channels in "Radio Settings." 16 LL A beep sounds and "16" blinks when a signal is received, the scan pauses until it disappears, or resumes after 5 seconds, depending on the Scan Timer setting in each Channel Group. 1 1. To stop the scan, push SCAN . 18 TIP: To properly receive signals, be sure to adjust the squelch to select the channel. 3. By default, some channels are displayed when a signal is received. 15...
...;] to display . 4 4. You can set Favorite channels in "Radio Settings." 16 LL A beep sounds and "16" blinks when a signal is received, the scan pauses until it disappears, or resumes after 5 seconds, depending on the Scan Timer setting in each Channel Group. 1 1. To stop the scan, push SCAN . 18 TIP: To properly receive signals, be sure to adjust the squelch to select the channel. 3. By default, some channels are displayed when a signal is received. 15...
Instruction Manual
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... no valid GPS data is automatically selected. 7. When you hear 3 short countdown beeps and a long beep sound. ••The backlight blinks. 5. Push ALARM OFF to turn OFF the alarm. ••Channel 16 is being received, select "Position," and then enter the latitude, longitude, ...The setting is saved and returns to the previous screen. Select the nature of the Distress call to enter the Nature selection mode. 3. Hold down [DISTRESS] (the red button) for 3 seconds until an Acknowledgment is displayed. 2. Push DISTRESS . ••The "DISTRESS" screen is received, ...
... no valid GPS data is automatically selected. 7. When you hear 3 short countdown beeps and a long beep sound. ••The backlight blinks. 5. Push ALARM OFF to turn OFF the alarm. ••Channel 16 is being received, select "Position," and then enter the latitude, longitude, ...The setting is saved and returns to the previous screen. Select the nature of the Distress call to enter the Nature selection mode. 3. Hold down [DISTRESS] (the red button) for 3 seconds until an Acknowledgment is displayed. 2. Push DISTRESS . ••The "DISTRESS" screen is received, ...
Instruction Manual
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... the Individual call enables you assigned, a different channel is automatically selected. Hold down [PTT] to only a specific station. Select "Channel," and then push [ENT]. 7. 7 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC) ■■ Sending DSC calls (other station. 11. You can communicate after receiving the Acknowledgement "Able to turn OFF the alarm. ••The Acknowledge information is displayed. Push ALARM...
... the Individual call enables you assigned, a different channel is automatically selected. Hold down [PTT] to only a specific station. Select "Channel," and then push [ENT]. 7. 7 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC) ■■ Sending DSC calls (other station. 11. You can communicate after receiving the Acknowledgement "Able to turn OFF the alarm. ••The Acknowledge information is displayed. Push ALARM...
Instruction Manual
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... name.) zz Set Default Sets the Software Key function order as default. On: Sounds a beep when a key is permanently set period of your local time to a Distress call is in the Radio Telephone mode. LL Some software keys may differ, depending on other item settings. ("X" is pushed. zz GPS The GPS (Global Positioning System) is pushed. Display Contrast You can change which Software Key functions to...
... name.) zz Set Default Sets the Software Key function order as default. On: Sounds a beep when a key is permanently set period of your local time to a Distress call is in the Radio Telephone mode. LL Some software keys may differ, depending on other item settings. ("X" is pushed. zz GPS The GPS (Global Positioning System) is pushed. Display Contrast You can change which Software Key functions to...
Instruction Manual
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..., an NOAA broadcast station transmits a Weather Alert tone 5 Favorite channels, while periodically checking before any important weather information. LL See page 7 for details. MENU SCREEN 8 DDRadio Settings Scan Type Call Channel 1 Selects the scan type. On: The previously selected 8 to 13 channel, the scan pauses until the default. The differs, depending on the transceiver default setting differs, depending on the transceiver version or presetting. 3 Digits: The channel number is displayed in 3 digits...
..., an NOAA broadcast station transmits a Weather Alert tone 5 Favorite channels, while periodically checking before any important weather information. LL See page 7 for details. MENU SCREEN 8 DDRadio Settings Scan Type Call Channel 1 Selects the scan type. On: The previously selected 8 to 13 channel, the scan pauses until the default. The differs, depending on the transceiver default setting differs, depending on the transceiver version or presetting. 3 Digits: The channel number is displayed in 3 digits...
Instruction Manual
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... ■■ Cleaning If the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it , and replace the 14 damaged fuse with a new one of the problem, repair it clean with a soft, dry cloth. A key element in the supplied DC power cable. DO NOT use harsh solvents such as Benzine or ... dealer about antennas and the best place to mount them. 1 CAUTION: Transmitting without entering the target's MMSI code. * The OPC-2014 is supplied with a PL-259 connector. 9 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE 4 ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects to a marine VHF antenna with the MA-500TR. 8 zz Connect each lead ...
... ■■ Cleaning If the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it , and replace the 14 damaged fuse with a new one of the problem, repair it clean with a soft, dry cloth. A key element in the supplied DC power cable. DO NOT use harsh solvents such as Benzine or ... dealer about antennas and the best place to mount them. 1 CAUTION: Transmitting without entering the target's MMSI code. * The OPC-2014 is supplied with a PL-259 connector. 9 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE 4 ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects to a marine VHF antenna with the MA-500TR. 8 zz Connect each lead ...
Instruction Manual
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... set too high. 3 →→Set the squelch to the threshold point. (p. 9) zz Volume level is set too low. 4 →→Set the volume level to between '1' and '9' for low power or receive only by regulations. 6 →→Change channels. (p. 7) zz The output power is set . 12 zz The entered ID code is invalid. →→Enter the position and time. (p. 16) 16 "NO POS" and "NO TIME" are displayed...
... set too high. 3 →→Set the squelch to the threshold point. (p. 9) zz Volume level is set too low. 4 →→Set the volume level to between '1' and '9' for low power or receive only by regulations. 6 →→Change channels. (p. 7) zz The output power is set . 12 zz The entered ID code is invalid. →→Enter the position and time. (p. 16) 16 "NO POS" and "NO TIME" are displayed...
Instruction Manual
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... Offset Sending 17 MBF-5 installation 47 Configuration 40 Simple call 17 Software Key 19 DSC Menu screen Items 39 Using 38 V Volume level 9 Address ID 15 Log, received 33 Log, transmitted 33 Settings 36 DSC data output 36 Microphone 2 Connecting 43 MMSI code, entering 6 Mounting the transceiver���46 Multiple-task mode 34 W Weather Alert 8 Weather channels 8 WX Alert Radio Settings 41 Dual/Tri-watch Radio Settings 41 Dualwatch 14 O Options...
... Offset Sending 17 MBF-5 installation 47 Configuration 40 Simple call 17 Software Key 19 DSC Menu screen Items 39 Using 38 V Volume level 9 Address ID 15 Log, received 33 Log, transmitted 33 Settings 36 DSC data output 36 Microphone 2 Connecting 43 MMSI code, entering 6 Mounting the transceiver���46 Multiple-task mode 34 W Weather Alert 8 Weather channels 8 WX Alert Radio Settings 41 Dual/Tri-watch Radio Settings 41 Dualwatch 14 O Options...