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  • Icom IC-R30 | Basic Manual - Page 1
    BASIC MANUAL COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER iR30 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CELLULAR RADIOTELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.
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    IC-R30. For advanced features and instructions, see ADVANCED MANUAL on the Icom website for details. Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or performance of any Icom or non-Icom the battery, antenna, jack cap, Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom
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    peut 4 and used in accordance with the instructions, émettre un rayonnement de fréquence radio. modifications to this device, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this Dans ce cas, utilisez l'IC-R30 à distance BASIC MANUAL suffisante de la zone de
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    the receiver power is OFF, a slight current still flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or batteries from the receiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise, the installed battery pack or batteries will become exhausted, and will need to be recharged or replaced. BASIC MANUAL iii
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    le récepteur est tombé, RRAVERTISSEMENT! N'utilisez JAMAIS et ne rechargez JAMAIS des blocs-batteries Icom avec des récepteurs non-Icom ou des chargeurs non- l'étanchéité ne peut pas être garantie, en ératures sont inférieures à -20 °C (-4 ˚F) ou supérieures à +60 °C (+140 ˚F). BASIC MANUAL iv
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    NOTE: Replace the battery pack with Icom dealer or distributor. RR WARNING! NEVER let fluid from inside the battery 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. BASIC MANUAL
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    battery pack condition while charging. If any abnormal condition occurs, discontinue using the battery pack. le bloc-batterie the battery pack attached into Icom recommends charging the pack at 25˚C (77˚F). The pack blocs-batteries de la batterie, qui risque érieur de la batterie entrer en contact
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    NE PAS charger le bloc-batterie hors de la plage de température spécifiée : 15 ˚C ~ 40 °C (59 °F ~ 104 °F). Icom recommande de charger la batterie à 25 °C (77 °F). lorsqu'il n'est pas utilisé. BASIC MANUAL • Environ cinq ans se sont écoulé depuis que la batterie à été fabriquée. • Le bloc a
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    970,606 and #6,912,495 B2. 6 7 8 the receiver has been dropped. Contact your Icom distributor or your ■■ About CE and DOC 9 dealer for advice. Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the versions of IC-R30 10 which have the "CE" symbol ■■ Operating theory Electromagnetic radiation, which has on
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    charging You may hear some noises caused by signals generated in the charging circuit. Be sure to turn OFF the receiver before charging. ix BASIC MANUAL
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    ■■ About the IC-R30 manuals The following manuals are supplied for your IC-R30. 1 DDBasic manual (This manual) Instructions for the basic operations, precautions. 2 DDAdvanced manual (PDF on the Icom website) 3 Instructions for the advanced operations, as shown below. ••Battery operation* 4
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    ■■ About the IC-R30 manuals x DDBasic manual (This manual x DDAdvanced manual (PDF on the Icom website x ■■ Supplied Accessories x 1 PREPARATION 1 ■■ Attaching the supplied accessories� 1 DDBattery pack 1 DDAntenna 1 DDHand strap 1 DDBelt clip 1 ■■ Charging the battery pack 2 ■■ Charging
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    14 DDReceiving a Weather Alert 46 DDSetting the Program Link function��� 34 9 RESET/TROUBLESHOOTING 47 15 DDStoring Skip frequencies 35 ■■ 36 DDSetting the Group Link 37 DDSetting the skip channel 37 BASIC MANUAL ■■ About the Priority Watch function��� 38 ■■ Starting or canceling the
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    . DDAntenna Connect the supplied antenna to the connector. This receiver has an SMA type antenna connector. Battery pack (Supplied) 1 2 Latch Antenna (Supplied) Hold here to tighten the antenna screw. DDHand strap clip in the direction of the arrow (2). To detach q w Belt clip 1 BASIC MANUAL
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    adapter. Turn OFF Battery pack* Receiver + Battery pack To an AC outlet Self tapping screw M4×35 (User supplied) Power adapter* Battery charger* Charge indicator The battery has sufficient capacity. The battery is exhausted a little. The battery is nearing exhBaluinsktion. The battery is
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    type). NOTE: ••BE SURE to turn OFF the receiver before charging the battery pack. Otherwise the attached battery pack cannot be charged completely, or it will take much longer to charge . Turn OFF Power adapter or external battery (User supplied) USB cable (A-microB type) To a USB port PC BASIC
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    Hold down [ ] for 1 second to turn ON the receiver. ••After the opening message and the remaining battery capacity are displayed, the receiving frequency is displayed. zz Hold down [ ] for 1 second again to turn and are swapped. In this case, rotate [DIAL] to adjust the level. 4 BASIC MANUAL
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    is activated." is displayed, turn OFF the function (p. 42) or ignore the message and select "YES." 5. Push [CLEAR] to return to the Main screen. 5 BASIC MANUAL
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    saving is completed. 6. Push [CLEAR] to return to the Main screen. TIP: You can edit the saved settings on your PC using the optional CS-R30 cloning software. BASIC MANUAL 6
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    or selected item. 9 TUNING DIAL [DIAL] Rotate to set the frequency, select a Memory channel, a menu item, or enter characters. (pp. 15, 27 and 51) 7 BASIC MANUAL
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    Starts the last selected scan. [5]/[SCOPE] Displays the Sweep type options. [6]/[SKIP] Displays the Skip/Program Skip options (in the Memory mode). While a scan is paused, ••During a VFO scan, saves or stops the voice recording. [F-INP] Displays the Frequency Setting screen. BASIC MANUAL 8
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    are only examples.) 1 BATTERY INDICATOR Displays the battery status. (p. 2) 2 Bluetooth® ICON Displayed when a Bluetooth device is connected. (p. 43) 3 GPS ICON Displays satellite acquisition status. (p. 40) 4 GPS ALARM ICON Blinks when the GPS Alarm sounds. See ADVANCED MANUAL for details
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    Memory function is ON. Skip is set. zz TSQL: Tone Squelch. zz "PSKIP": Displayed when Program zz DTCS: DTCS Squelch. Skip is set. zz TSQL-R: Reverse Tone Squelch. zz DTCS-R: Reverse Serialport) 23 S-METER Displays the relative signal strength of the receive signal. BASIC MANUAL 10
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    [MENU]. You can use the MENU screen to change settings. See the appendix for the MENU item list. (p. 51) For details of each item, see ADVANCED MANUAL. MENU screen structure TIP: The MENU screen is constructed in a tree structure. You may go to the next tree level, or go back a level, depending
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    [QUICK] in step 3. 2. Select "Default," and then push [ENTER]. ••The setting returns to the default. LL The default settings of each item are described in ADVANCED MANUAL. BASIC MANUAL 12
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    TONE*1 PRIO Watch VSC*2 Weather CH*9 D.SQL*3 Weather Alert*9 SCRAM*4 Home CH Set ENCR*5 Display Type TS Battery Status ATT Band Scope RF Gain NB*6 ANL*7 BASIC MANUAL *1 For only FM/FM-N *2 For only FM/FM-N/WFM/AM/AM-N *3 For only D-STAR/P25/dPMR
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    receive only stronger signals. A lower level enables you to hear weak signals. LL "Noise squelch" is abbreviated to "Squelch" in this manual. While holding down [SQL], rotate [DIAL] to select the squelch level. •• " " is displayed. LLInformation ••Options: "OPEN," "AUTO" (default), and "LEVEL
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    digit blinks. 3. Rotate [DIAL]. ••The frequency changes in 1 MHz steps. 4. Push [MHz]. ••Sets the frequency, and then returns to the Main screen. Keypad [MHz] BASIC MANUAL 15
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    frequency by selecting a preset channel, using [DIAL] or keypad. LL In the Memory mode, "MR" and Memory Channel number are displayed. VFO mode display BASIC MANUAL Memory mode display 16
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    MHz band FM band AIR band 146 MHz band 370 MHz band 440 MHz band 850 MHz band 1200 MHz band 2400 MHz band BASIC MANUAL 17 [BAND] LL On the B band, you can select only AIR, 146 MHz, 370 MHz, and 440 MHz bands.
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    previous setting. ••Even if the Volume Adjustment function is assigned to [DIAL], you can set a squelch level by using [DIAL]. ••In this manual, all instructions are described without this setting. 3 [DIAL SEL] ■■ Setting the RF gain Set the sensitivity level to receive. Normally, set the RF
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    3 BASIC OPERATION ■■ Dualwatch function Dualwatch function simultaneously monitors two frequencies. The IC-R30 has 2 independent receiver circuits, A band and B band. You can set different MAIN frequencies modes* *Except when D-STAR is selected on the Dualwatch screen. BASIC MANUAL 19
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    even if the Key Lock function is ON. ••You can change the keys to be locked on the MENU screen. ([MENU] > Functions > Key Lock) BASIC MANUAL 20
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    higher (stop) frequency is 146.075 MHz (= 146.000 MHz + 0.075 MHz) Example: A strong signal is received on 146.025 MHz. (Tuning step: 5 kHz) BASIC MANUAL Strong level Weak level 21 Center frequency (146.010) 146.035MHz Band scope display Sweep marker
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    , CW or CW-R, the audio is not output.) You can turn OFF the audio output on the MENU screen. ([MENU] > Sounds > Scope AF Output) BASIC MANUAL 22
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    up to 32 GB. Icom has checked the compatibility with the microSD card, thoroughly read the card's instructions. ••Before removing the microSD card while You remove the battery pack or case. - The battery is exhausted. - The Icom is not be responsible for any damage caused by data corruption of
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    is closed, and resumes when a signal is received. But you can set to continue recording even while no signal is received. (See section 6 of the ADVANCED MANUAL.) ([MENU] > RX Recorder > Recorder Set > RX REC Condition) BASIC
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    (Up) or (Down). 5. Push [CLEAR] to stop playing. ••The file list is displayed. LL Push [CLEAR] again to return to the Main screen. 25 BASIC MANUAL
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    microSD card. Otherwise dust or water may get into the receiver, and they can damage the receiver. Close the slot cover firmly YES NO BASIC MANUAL 26
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    ," and then push [ENTER]. ••Channel contents are displayed. LL Rotate [DIAL] to scroll the screen. LL Push [CLEAR] to return to the Main screen. BASIC MANUAL Group list List of Memory Contents of Memory Channels in Group 00 Channel 08 27
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    stores the frequency, receive mode and so on, for quick recall. The following is the basic memory writing procedure. LL Refer to ADVANCED MANUAL for memory writing details. LL See Section 3 for the receive frequency or receiving mode setting procedures. DDWriting to a blank channel Example: Writing
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    scans several Program Scan ranges. The links are set on the MENU screen. ([MENU] > Scan > Program Link) P00 ~ 49 Repeatedly scans the Program Scan codes that are used by stations using the Tone Squelch function. See ADVANCED MANUAL for its operation. LL A Tone scan is usable in either the VFO
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    a VFO scan The selected tuning step is applied to the scan. For a Program scan or Program Link scan, set the tuning step in the Program Scan ranges (P-Scan Edge). [MENU] > Scan > Resume Timer 1. Push not work properly. BASIC MANUAL *These settings can be separately set to A band and B band. 30
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    scan (p. 35) ••Skip setting for a memory channel scan (p. 37) ••Temporary skip setting (p. 35) Scan resume setting (p. 30) Voice Squelch Control (VSC) function (p. 45) 31 BASIC MANUAL
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    > Scan > Program Link) See page 34 for more details. IC-R30 frequency lower end IC-R30 frequency upper end PSKIP Scan PSKIP Program scan edges (Example: All memories in the group A? (The Auto MW Scan will then start.)" BASIC MANUAL ([MENU] > Scan > Auto MW SCAN Memory Clear) OFF: W rites to
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    (Rotate [DIAL] to select it, and then push [ENTER].) 3. Select a blank Program scan range "00" ~ "49." 4. After pushing [QUICK], select "Edit" and it displays on the Scan Type list window. About editing character, see ADVANCED MANUAL for details. ••When the "TS" (Tuning Step), "MODE" and/or
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    sets the Link function for 2 or more Program Scan range to sequentially scan during a Program Link scan. The Program Link scan scans all frequencies in the scan ranges. Default settings of the Program Link Program Scan Program Scan lower edge upper edge Program Link 0： 01：400.000−470.000 Edit
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    are entered as Memory channels and are set to "PSKIP." (p. 37) [MENU] > Scan > Program Skip 1. Push [MENU]. 2. Select "Program Skip" in the "Scan" menu. (Rotate [DIAL] to select it, and then push [ENTER].) Skip Cancel" in the Quick menu. ([MENU] > Scan > Temporary Skip Timer) 35 BASIC MANUAL
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    Skip channel are skipped during a scan. (p. 37) NOTE: ••When using the Near Station scan, BE SURE to first receive your own position data, or manually enter your position data. ([MENU] > GPS > GPS Set > GPS Select) ••If no station is found within a 160 kilometer (100 miles) range, "No station found
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    BASIC MANUAL 6 SCANNING DDSetting the Group Link You can sequentially scan the memory groups which are set to link on the MENU screen. LL In the default
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    Receiving for 5 seconds 99 M-CH Memory scanning while scanning in the VFO mode 00 VFO scan SKIP 01 02 Scanning for 5 seconds 99 M-CH BASIC MANUAL 38
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    Priority Watch, and a VFO scan in order. 1. Start a Memory scan in the Memory mode. 2. Start the Priority Watch. ••"PRIO" is displayed. 3. Start a VFO scan. BASIC MANUAL 39
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    receive signals from the GPS satellites. Refer to ADVANCED MANUAL for more details on the GPS function. DDChecking the battery power by manually entering your location, or manually read the received GPS position into the MANUAL POSITION screen. 1. Confirm is displayed. (See above) 2. Select "Manual
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    course heading is East. Your course heading. Displays My position (Where you are) GPS POSITION screen (MY) Latitude Longitude Grid Locater Altitude Speed Time BASIC MANUAL 41
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    log file imported into a mapping application, you can display your route as you move on the software map. LL The log files may not be compatible with all mapping applications. LL See ADVANCED MANUAL for details on copying the log files onto your PC. 7 NOTE: ••The GPS logger function requires
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    to the receiver, you can wirelessly receive. Refer to ADVANCED MANUAL (Section 8) for more details on the Bluetooth function or stop using those devices. DDPairing with a device (Bluetooth headset) LL These instructions describe pairing with the VS-3 Bluetooth® headset, as an example. 1. Turning
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    disappears. LL Push [CLEAR] to return to the Main screen. LL To re-connect a device, select the device on the Paring list again. 44 BASIC MANUAL
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    , AM, and AM-N modes. [QUICK] > VSC NOTE: The VSC function is designed to not detect a continuous audio signal. When receiving a signal such as a radio broadcast program that contains a continuous audio signal, the received audio may be broken up. In such case, turn OFF the VSC function. 45 BASIC
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    is monitored every 5 seconds for an announcement. LL When the alert is received, "WX" and "ALT" alternately blink. A WX Alert received on channel "01." BASIC MANUAL 46
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    the "Others" menu. (Rotate [DIAL] to select it, and then push [ENTER].) ••The confirmation dialog is displayed. 3. Select "YES," then push [ENTER]. ••After resetting, the IC-R30 will automatically restart. BASIC MANUAL 47
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    the use of this chart, contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. Receiver does not turn ON. ••The battery pack/case is ••Charge the battery pack, or p. 2 exhausted. replace the batteries. •• Bad connection of a battery pack/case. ••Clean the
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    cable) 3.6 V DC (Using the supplied battery pack) 4.5 V DC (Using the battery case) ••Antenna impedance: 50 Ω Unbalanced ••Dimensions (except WFM) 0.4500 (except WFM) 10.7000 (WFM) 0.4500 - BASIC MANUAL *1 "WFM" is not selectable, depending on the receiver version and receive frequency.
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    , Single Watch mode, Recording function OFF, GPS function OFF, Backlight OFF): Receiving 330 mA typical Standby 200 mA typical Power saving 100 mA typical BASIC MANUAL 10 50
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    You can download ADVANCED MANUAL from the Icom website. https://www.icomjapan.com/support/ LL The displayed menu items may differ, depending on the receiver's version or presettings. Ask your dealer for details. Near Station Scan Pause Timer Resume Timer Temporary Skip Timer Program Skip Group Link
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    CSV Format SD Card Info Firmware Update Format Unmount Others Information Battery Status Version Clone Clone Mode Reset Partial Reset All Reset *Paired devices are displayed. **Displayed only when "Japanese" is set to the "System Language" item. BASIC MANUAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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    Front panel 7 Function display 9 B Band Scope function 21 Battery and charging cautions v Battery pack Attaching 1 Capacity of the battery pack 2 Charging 2 Belt clip 1 Bluetooth 43 Disconnecting a paired 5 Inserting 4 Removing 26 Mode Speech 14 Monitor function 14 BASIC MANUAL 53
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    watch 38 Program scan 33 Program Link scan 34 30 Priority Watch function 35 Program Skip scan 35 Resume timer Station scan (Near Station 36 Program scan (P00 ~ P49 32 Program Skip scan 35 Program Link scan (P-LINK 0 function 22 T Tone scan 29 Troubleshooting 48 Tuning step 16 Turning
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    A7447D-1EX-4 Printed in Japan © 2018-2021 Icom Inc. Jan. 2021 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
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BASIC MANUAL
COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER
iR30
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
WARNING:
MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE
TO RECEIVE CELLULAR RADIOTELEPHONE
SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED UNDER
FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.