Icom IC-F4230D Instruction Manual

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  • Icom IC-F4230D | Instruction Manual - Page 1
    INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVERS iF3230D Series UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVERS iF4230D Series This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. The photo shows the VHF transceiver (S type)
  • Icom IC-F4230D | Instruction Manual - Page 2
    transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL - This instruction manual contains important oper­ating instructions for the IC-F3230DT, IC-F3230DS VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVERS and the IC-F4230DT, IC-F4230DS UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVERS. See the operating guide for details of IDAS (ICOM Digital Advanced System
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    Icom bat- tery packs with Icom transceivers or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom transceivers or charged with Icom corresponded regulation. The transceiver warranty does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized modification. DO NOT use harsh
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    if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation Icom transceiver with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated
  • Icom IC-F4230D | Instruction Manual - Page 5
    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT i RECOMMENDATION i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS i VOICE CODING TECHNOLOGY i PRECAUTIONS ii FCC INFORMATION iii 1 ACCESSORIES 1-2 ■■Supplied accessories 1 ■■Accessory attachments 1 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION 3-7 ■■Front panel 3 ■■Function display 4 ■■Programmable function
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    1 ACCESSORIES ■■Supplied accessories NOTE: Some accessories are not supplied, depending on the transceiver version. Battery pack Battery charger* Belt clip Power adapter* (for the battery charger) Flexible antenna* (This illustration is of the VHF type.) *Not supplied, or the shape is
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    ACCESSORIES 1 DDBelt clip To attach the belt clip: qqRemove the battery pack if it is attached. wwSlide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow until the belt clip is locked and makes a 'click' sound. DDJack cover To attach the jack cover: qqAttach the jack cover to the [MIC/SP] jack. (q)
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    2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■■Front panel q w e r t o i Speaker Microphone u y y DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3] Desired functions can be independently programmed by your dealer. (p. 5) u FUNCTION DISPLAY (p. 4) Displays a variety of information such as an operating channel number, channel name,
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    Shows the relative receive signal strength level. Weak Receive Signal level Strong About " " icon for the Trunking mode ➥➥ Disappears while in a no service area. ➥➥ Blinks while registering to a repeater. ➥➥ Appears when registration is completed. r LOW POWER ICON Appears when low output power is
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    The following functions can be assigned to [Emer], [Side1], [Side2], [Side3], [P0], [P1], [P2] and [P3] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer or system operator for details concerning your transceiver's programming. CH UP AND DOWN As described in the following topics, after pushing
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    PRIORITY B CHANNEL (REWRITE) Worker]*, [Light] and [Shift]. ➥➥Push to select the Priority A or Priority B channel. *For digital operation. See the operating guide for details ➥➥Hold down [Prio A (Rewrite)] or [Prio B (Rewrite)] for ➥➥To turn OFF the Key Lock function, hold down this key
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    . RESET ➥➥Push to return to the normal operating mode. ➥➥While in the audible mode, push to return to the inaudible mode. NOTE: See the operating guide for the [Reset] key operation in the digital mode. SHIFT Push to toggle the Normal mode key functions and the Shift mode key functions. • When
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    3 BASIC OPERATION ■■Turning power ON Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. (p. 12) qqRotate [VOL] to turn ON the power. wwIf the transceiver is programmed for a start up password, input the digit codes as directed
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    3 BASIC OPERATION ■■Channel selection ■■User set mode Several types of channel selections are available. Methods may differ, depending on your system set up. The User Set mode allows you to set seldom-changed settings. If the transceiver has [User Set Mode] assigned to it, you can "customize"
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    BASIC OPERATION 3 ■■Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage DDTransmitting notes the transceiver. See page 1 for accessory attachments. • Transmit inhibit function 3 Receiving: qqRotate [VOL] to turn ON the power. wwPush [CH Up] or [CH Down] to
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    other equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this instruction manual. R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your eyes is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor. R WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any
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    the specified temperature range: BC-160/BC-171 (0˚C to +45˚C; +32˚F to +113˚F). BC-119N/BC-121N/BC-197 (+10˚C to +40˚C; +50˚F to +104˚F). Icom recommends charging the battery at +20˚C (+68˚F). The battery may heat up or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range. Additionally, battery
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    4 BATTERY CHARGING ■■Battery chargers DDRapid charging with the BC-160 The optional BC-160 rapidly charges the Li-ion battery pack. • A power adapter (may be supplied with BC-160, depending on the version) or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-23L) is additionally required. Power adapter (Not
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    BATTERY CHARGING 4 DDAD-106 installation The AD-106 charger adapter must be installed into the BC119N or BC-121N before battery charging. qqConnect the AD-106 charger adapter and the BC-119N or BC-121N. wwInstall the AD-106 into the holder space of the BC-119N or BC-121N with the supplied screws.
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    4 BATTERY CHARGING DDRapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-106 The optional BC-121N can simultaneously charge up to 6 Li-ion battery packs. The following items are additionally required. • Six AD-106 charger adapters • A n optional power adapter or the DC power cable (OPC-656) Transceiver Battery
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    IMPORTANT: Battery charging caution Ensure the guide tabs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter. (This illustration is of the BC-160.) Guide rail Tabs BATTERY CHARGING 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16
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    5 BATTERY CASE ■■BP-240 optional battery case When using the BP-240 battery case, install six AAA (LR03) size alkaline batteries, as illustrated to the right. The BP-240 is constructed to the IPX4 waterproof standard. qqUnhook the battery cover release hook (q), and open the cover in the direction
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    ■■BP-261 optional battery case DDAlkaline batteries installation Install six AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries as described below. The BP-261 is constructed to the IPX4 waterproof standard. qqUnhook the battery cover release hook (q), and open the cover in the direction of the arrow (w). (Fig.1) ww
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    5 BATTERY CASE ■■ BP-261 optional battery case (Continued) DDAttaching Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until the battery release button makes a 'click' sound. DDDetaching Slide the battery case's battery release button in the direction of the arrow (q), and then push the
  • Icom IC-F4230D | Instruction Manual - Page 25
    6 SPEAKER MICROPHONE ■■ Optional HM-168LWP description Alligator type clip To attach the speaker-mic. to your shirt or collar, etc. PTT switch Transmits while pushed Receives while released Microphone Speaker Turn the transceiver power OFF when connecting the HM-168LWP. NEVER immerse the connector
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    7 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP ■■MB-93 contents Qty. q Belt clip 1 w Base clip 1 q w rrClip the belt clip to a part of your belt. And insert the transceiver into the belt clip until the base clip inserted fully into the groove. ■■Attaching qqRelease the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 1)
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    7 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BELT CLIP ■■Detaching 1 qqTurn the transceiver upside down in the direction of the wwRelease the battery pack if it is attached. (p. 1) 2 arrow and pull it out of the belt clip. eePinch the clip (q), and slide the base clip in the direction 3 of the arrow (w). 4 5 q
  • Icom IC-F4230D | Instruction Manual - Page 28
    8 OPTIONS DDBATTERY PACK Battery pack Voltage Capacity Battery life* BP-232WP 7.4 V 2250 mAh (min.) VHF 19 hrs. 2300 mAh (typ.) UHF 17 hrs. *When the power save function is turned ON, and the operating periods are calculated under the following ratio; TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90 • BP-240
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    OPTIONS 8 DDOTHER OPTIONS Some options may not be available in some countries. Ask 1 • HM-158LA/HM-159LA/HM-168LWP speaker-microphone Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient your dealer for details. 2 operation while hanging the transceiver on your belt. 3 • HM-166LA
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    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
  • Icom IC-F4230D | Instruction Manual - Page 31
    environnement non contrôlé. Cet appareil a été évalué et jugé conforme, aux limites d'exposition aux RF de la FCC et d'IC, pour une «utilisation grand public». En outre, votre radio Icom satisfait les normes et directives qui suivent en matière de niveaux d'énergie et d'énergie électromagnétique de
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    A-7082D-1EX-e Printed in Japan © 2013-2016 Icom Inc. Printed on recycled paper with soy ink. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera-
tion is subject to the condition that this device does not cause
harmful interference.
iF3230D
Series
VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVERS
iF4230D
Series
UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVERS
The photo shows the VHF
transceiver (S type)