Icom IC-R6 Instruction Manual - Page 22

3 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING ■ VFO and memory channels The IC-R6 has two normal operating modes: the VFO mode and the memory mode. The VFO mode is used for a desired frequency setting within the frequency coverage. ➥ Push [V/M] to select the VFO mode. The memory mode is used for quick recall of the preprogrammed memory channels. ➥ Push [V/M] to select the memory mode. • See page 19 for memory programming details. [DIAL] • VFO mode display • Memory mode display ■ Frequency band selection The receiver can receive the AM broadcast, HF band, 50 MHz, FM broadcast, VHF air, 144 MHz, 300 MHz, 400 MHz, 800 MHz,* 1200 MHz or Weather channels†. Available frequency bands differ, depending on the version. See the specifications for details. *Some frequency ranges are prohibited in the USA version by regulation. †Available in only the USA version. ➥ Push [BAND] repeatedly to select a desired frequency band. • When the memory mode is selected, push [V/M] to select the VFO mode first, then push [BAND] to select a desired band. ➥ While holding down [BAND], rotating [DIAL] also selects the frequency band. [DIAL] " " and memory channel number appear. What is VFO? VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator. Operating frequencies are generated and controlled by the VFO.