Icom IC-F62D Instructions

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VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

|F52D-UL

UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

|F62D-UL

1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku,

Osaka 547-0003, Japan

A7485W-1EX-1

Printed in Japan

© 2020 Icom Inc.

Sep. 2020

CAUTION:

Shorter battery life could occur if the battery

is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an

excessive temperature environment (above +50°C

(+122°F)) for an extended period of time. If the battery

pack must be left unused for a long time, it must be

detached from the transceiver after discharging. You may

use the battery pack until the remaining capacity is about

half, then keep it safely in a cool and dry place at the

following temperature range:

–20°C ~ +50°C (–4°F ~ +122°F) (within a month)

–20°C ~ +40°C (–4°F ~ +104°F) (within three months)

–20°C ~ +20°C (–4°F ~ +68°F)

(within a year)

BE SURE

to replace the battery pack with a new one

approximately five years after manufacturing, even if it still

holds a charge. The inside battery material will become

weak after a period of time, even with little use. The

estimated number of times you can charge the battery is

between 300 and 500. Even when the battery appears to

be fully charged, the operating time of the transceiver may

become short when:

•

Approximately five years have passed since the battery was

manufactured.

•

The battery has been repeatedly charged.

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Charging caution

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DANGER! NEVER

charge the battery pack in areas

with extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or

stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight.

In such environments, the safety/protection circuit in the

battery will activate, causing the battery to stop charging.

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WARNING! NEVER

charge the transceiver during a

lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause

a fire or damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the

power adapter before a storm.

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WARNING! NEVER

charge or leave the battery in the

battery charger beyond the specified time for charging. If

the battery is not completely charged by the specified time,

stop charging and remove the battery from the battery

charger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the

specified time limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the

battery may rupture.

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WARNING!

Occasionally observe the battery pack

condition while charging. If any abnormal condition occurs,

discontinue using the battery pack.

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WARNING! NEVER

insert the transceiver (battery

attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or

soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or

damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof.

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CAUTION: DO NOT

charge the battery outside of the

specified temperature range: BC-227 (15˚C ~ 40˚C (59˚F

~ 104˚F)). Otherwise, the charging time will be longer, but

the battery will not reach a full charge. While charging, at a

point after the temperature goes out of the specified range,

the charging will automatically stop.

IMPORTANT

This instruction sheet includes some functions that are

usable only when they are preset by your dealer. The

transceiver may have other functions and operations that

are not described in this instruction sheet. Ask your dealer

for preset function details.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

WORD

DEFINITION

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DANGER!

Personal death, serious injury or an

explosion may occur.

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WARNING!

Personal injury, fire hazard or electric

shock may occur.

CAUTION

Equipment damage may occur.

NOTE

If disregarded, inconvenience only. No

risk of personal injury, fire or electric

shock.

Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or

performance of any Icom or non-Icom equipment, if the

malfunction is because of:

•

Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires,

earthquakes, storms, floods, lightning, other natural

disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive

contamination.

• The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that is

not manufactured or approved by Icom.

Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks

of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the

United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia,

New Zealand, and/or other countries.

AMBE+2 is a trademark and property of Digital Voice Systems

Inc.

All other products or brands are registered trademarks or

trademarks of their respective holders.

FCC INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15

of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference when

the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used

in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. Operation

of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause

harmful interference in which case the user will be

required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CAUTION:

Changes or modifications to this transceiver,

not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void

your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC

regulations.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the condition that this device does

not cause harmful interference.

RECOMMENDATION

CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY IN A BOWL

OF FRESH WATER

after exposure to saltwater, and dry

it before operating. Otherwise, the transceiver’s keys,

switches, and controllers may become unusable, due to

salt crystallization, and/or the charging terminals of the

battery pack may corrode.

NOTE:

If the transceiver’s waterproof protection appears

defective, carefully clean the transceiver with a soft,

damp (fresh water) cloth, then dry it before operating.

The transceiver may lose its waterproof protection if the

case, jack cap, or connector cover is cracked or broken,

or the transceiver has been dropped.

Contact your Icom distributor or your dealer for advice.

VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY

The AMBE+2™ voice coding Technology embodied in this

product is protected by intellectual property rights including

patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice

Systems, Inc. This voice coding Technology is licensed

solely for use within this Communications Equipment.

The user of this Technology is explicitly prohibited from

attempting to extract, remove, decompile, reverse

engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other

way convert the Object Code into a human-readable form.

U.S. Patent Nos.

#8,595,002, #8,359,197, #8,315,860, #8,200,497,

#7,970,606, #6,912,495 B2.

PRECAUTIONS

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DANGER! NEVER

short the terminals of the battery

pack. Shorting may occur if the terminals touch metal

objects such as a key, so be careful when placing the

battery packs (or the transceiver) in bags, and so on.

Carry them so that shorting cannot occur with metal

objects. Shorting may damage not only the battery pack,

but also the transceiver.

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DANGER! NEVER

use or charge Icom

battery packs

with non-Icom transceivers or non-Icom chargers. Only

Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with

Icom transceivers or charged with Icom chargers. Using

third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may

cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.

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DANGER! NEVER

operate the transceiver near

unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive

atmosphere.

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WARNING! NEVER

operate the transceiver with a

headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.

The continuous high volume operation may cause a

ringing in your ears. If you experience the ringing, reduce

the volume level or discontinue use.

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WARNING! NEVER

operate the transceiver while

driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—

anything less could result in an accident.

CAUTION: DO NOT

modify the transceiver. The

specifications may change and then the transceiver may

not comply with the requirements of required regulations.

The transceiver warranty does not cover any problems

caused by unauthorized modification.

CAUTION: DO NOT

carry the transceiver by holding the

antenna.

CAUTION: DO NOT

operate unless the flexible antenna,

battery pack

are securely attached to the transceiver.

Confirm that the antenna and battery pack are dry before

attaching. Exposing the inside of the transceiver to dust or

water can cause serious damage to the transceiver.

DO NOT

place or leave the transceiver in direct sunlight or

in places with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above

+60°C (+140°F). The basic operations of the transceiver

are guaranteed within the specified operating temperature

range. However, the Liquid Crystal Display may not

operate correctly, or show an indication in the case of long

hours of operation, or after being placed in extremely cold

areas.

CAUTION: DO NOT

use harsh solvents such as benzine

or alcohol when cleaning. This could damage the

equipment surfaces. If the surface becomes dusty or dirty,

wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

CAUTION: DO NOT

operate the transceiver if it becomes

hot after continuously transmitting for long periods of time.

This may damage the transceiver.

BE CAREFUL!

The transceiver meets IP67 requirements

for dust-tight and waterproof protection. However, once the

transceiver has been dropped, dust-tight and waterproof

protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible

damage to the transceiver’s case or the waterproof seal.

Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current

still flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack from the

transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise,

the installed battery pack will become exhausted, and will

need to be recharged or replaced.

MAKE SURE

to turn OFF the transceiver power before

connecting the supplied or optional equipment.

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Battery caution

Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following

hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse

can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of

battery performance.

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DANGER! NEVER

solder the battery terminals, or

NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat

generation, and the battery may burst, emit smoke or

catch fire.

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DANGER! NEVER

place or leave battery packs in

areas with temperatures above +60°C (+140°F). High

temperature buildup in the battery cells, such as could

occur near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle,

or in direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause

the battery cells to rupture or catch fire. Excessive

temperatures may also degrade the battery pack’s

performance or shorten the battery cell’s life.

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DANGER! NEVER

strike or otherwise impact the

battery pack. Do not use the battery pack if it has been

severely impacted or dropped, or if the pack has been

subjected to heavy pressure. Battery pack damage may

not be visible on the outside of the case. Even if the

surface of the battery does not show cracks or any other

damage, the cells inside the battery may rupture or catch

fire.

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DANGER! NEVER

expose the battery pack to rain,

snow, seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or

use a wet pack. If the pack gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry

before using.

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DANGER! NEVER

place or leave battery packs near

fire. Fire or heat may cause them to rupture or explode.

Dispose of used battery packs in accordance with local

regulations.

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DANGER! NEVER

let fluid from inside the battery get

in your eyes. This can cause blindness. Rinse your eyes

with clean water, without rubbing them, and immediately

go to a doctor.

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WARNING! NEVER

put the battery pack in a microwave

oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating

cooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the

battery cells to rupture.

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WARNING! NEVER

use the battery pack if it emits an

abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If

any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or

distributor.

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WARNING! NEVER

Iet fluid from inside the battery cells

come in contact with your body. If it does, immediately

wash with clean water.

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WARNING! NEVER

use deteriorated battery packs.

They could cause a fire.

CAUTION: DO NOT

use the battery pack out of the

specified temperature range for the transceiver and the

battery itself (–20°C ~ +60°C (–4°F ~ +140°F)). Using the

battery out of its specified temperature range will reduce

its performance and battery cell’s life. Please note that the

specified temperature range of the battery may exceed

that of the transceiver. In such cases, the transceiver

may not work properly because it is out of its operating

temperature range.

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic

energy while transmitting. This radio is designed

for and classified as for “Occupational Use Only.”

This means it must be used only during the

course of employment by individuals aware of

the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This

radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population”

in an uncontrolled environment. This radio has been tested

and complies with the FCC and IC RF exposure limits

for “Occupational Use Only.” In addition, your Icom radio

complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with

regard to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels

and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:

•

FCC KDB Publication 447498 D03, Evaluating Compliance

with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio

Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.

•

American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE

Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure

to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300

GHz.

•

American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE

Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially

Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields– RF and Microwave.

•

The antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker-microphone,

and other accessories that are listed in “OPTIONS” on the

this sheet, are authorized for use with this product. Use of

accessories other than those specified may result in RF

exposure levels exceeding the FCC and IC requirements for

wireless RF exposure.

•

Health Canada Safety Code 6 - Limits of Human Exposure to

Electromagnetic Energy in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz

to 300 GHz.

To ensure that your expose to RF

electromagnetic energy is within the FCC and

IC allowable limits for occupational use, always

adhere to the following guidelines:

DO NOT

operate the radio without a proper antenna

attached, as this may damage the radio and may also

cause you to exceed FCC and IC RF exposure limits. A

proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by

the manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by

the manufacturer for use with this radio.

DO NOT

transmit for more than 50% of the total radio use

time (“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of

the time can cause FCC and IC RF exposure compliance

requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting

when the LED indicator lights red. You can cause the radio

to transmit by pushing the “PTT” switch.

ALWAYS

keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away

from the body when transmitting, and only use the Icom

belt-clips listed in “OPTIONS” on this sheet when attaching

the radio to your belt, or other place, to ensure FCC

and IC RF exposure compliance requirements are not

exceeded.

The information listed above provides the user with

the information needed to make him or her aware of

RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio

operates within the FCC and IC RF exposure limits of this

radio.

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF

energy that can possibly cause interference with other

devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off

the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO

NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to

electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and

blasting sites.

Occupational/Controlled Use

The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons

are exposed as a consequence of their employment,

provided those persons are fully aware of the potential for

exposure and can exercise control over their exposure.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Battery pack

Belt clip

Connector cover

(with a screw)

NOTE:

•

Some accessories are not supplied, or the shape is different,

depending on the transceiver version.

•

Confirm both battery sliding locks are locked in place, when

attaching the battery to the transceiver. Both sliding locks

make a ‘click’ sound when locked.

ATTACHING ACCESSORIES

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Battery pack

CAUTION: DO NOT

attach or detach the battery pack

when the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in

water or dust getting into the transceiver/battery pack and

may damage the transceiver.

To attach:

1.

Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. (

1

)

2.

Push the battery pack until the battery sliding locks

make a ‘click’ sound. (

2

)

Battery sliding locks

Battery pack

1

2

To detach:

1.

Push both battery sliding locks in the direction of the

arrow. (

1

)

2.

Lift up to detach the battery pack. (

2

)

2

1

1

NOTE:

Keep the battery pack terminals clean. It’s a good

idea to occasionally clean them.

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Antenna

Connect an antenna to the antenna connector.

CAUTION:

•

DO NOT

carry the transceiver by holding only the

antenna.

•

DO NOT

connect an antenna other than those listed in

OPTIONS on this sheet.

• Transmitting without an antenna may damage the

transceiver.

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Belt clip

To attach:

1.

Remove the battery pack from the transceiver, if it is

attached.

2.

Slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the

belt clip is locked and makes a ‘click’ sound.

To detach:

Lift the tab up (

1

), and slide the belt clip in the direction of

the arrow (

2

).

BE CAREFUL! DO NOT

break your fingernail.

1

2

Belt clip

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