Icom IC-V3MR Instruction Manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVER |V3MR INTRODUCTION 1 ACCESSORIES 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION 3 BASIC OPERATION 4 ADVANCED OPERATION 5 BATTERY CHARGING 6 OPTIONS - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 2
years of trouble-free operation. IMPORTANT FIRST, CAREFULLY READ INSTRUCTIONS that is provided with the transceiver. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL- This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 3
. This may reduce equipment performance and/or cause extensive and expensive damage to the equipment. The equipment warranty does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized internal adjustments. CAUTION: DO NOT operate the transceiver unless the flexible antenna, battery pack, and jack cover are - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 4
the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting, and only use the Icom belt-clip listed in "OPTIONS" on this instruction manual when attaching the radio to your belt, or other place, to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. The information listed - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 5
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is in the private land mobile services. •• Services by an organization or committee representative of the private land mobile services user. •• Since FCC - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 6
Section 1 ACCESSORIES Supplied accessories 1-2 Belt clip 1-2 Flexible antenna 1-2 Battery pack 1-3 Jack cover 1-3 1-1 - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 7
1 ACCESSORIES Supplied accessories Battery pack (BP-298) Battery charger (BC-240) Belt clip (MB-124) Power adapter (BC-242) Jack cover (with screws) Flexible antenna (FA-SC28V) NOTE: Some accessories may not be supplied, or the shape may differ, depending on the transceiver version. Belt - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 8
1 ACCESSORIES Battery pack Attaching: 1. Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (1), and then close it. 2. Hook the latch until it makes a 'click' sound (2). 1 Battery pack Jack cover Attach the jack cover when optional equipment is not used. Attaching: 1. Attach the jack cover - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 9
Section 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels 2-2 DD Status indicator 2-2 DD Speaker microphone jack 2-2 DD About the Software Key functions 2-2 Status indicator 2-3 Assignable Software Key functions 2-4 2-1 - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 10
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front, top and side panels Antenna connector [PTT] [Upper] [Lower] [Rotary Selector] [VOL] Status indicator Speaker Speaker microphone jack Microphone DDStatus indicator •• Lights red: Transmitting. •• Lights green: Receiving or squelch is open. •• Lights or blinks - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 11
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Status indicator The Status indicator indicates the status of various parameters of the transceiver, as described below� (Reference: R=Red, G=Green, O=Orange) • TX: Lights while transmitting� • RX: Lights green while receiving a signal� • Call LED (ON): Blinks about once every - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 12
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Assignable Software Key functions Disable Set to disable the key. NOTE: This key function is assignable to only [Ext. Emer]. Null No function. Scan Start/Stop Push to start or cancel a scan. When the Power ON scan function is turned ON, push to pause the scan. The paused scan - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 13
Section 3 BASIC OPERATION Turning ON the transceiver 3-2 DD Adjusting the audio level 3-2 Selecting a channel 3-2 DD Selecting an operating channel 3-2 DD Default frequencies chart 3-2 DD Selecting the Priority A or B channel 3-2 DD Rewriting the Priority A or B channel 3-2 Call procedure - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 14
3 BASIC OPERATION Turning ON the transceiver NOTE: Before using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. See "BATTERY CHARGING." (p. 5-1) zz Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the transceiver. [VOL] Selecting a channel DDSelecting an operating - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 15
you to call only specific stations and prevent unwanted stations from contacting you. 1. Select a channel according to your system operator's instructions. LLThis may not be necessary, depending on the presetting. 2. Push [Call]. 3. After transmitting, the remainder of your communication can be - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 16
3 BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: DO NOT transmit without an antenna. DDReceiving 1. Rotate [Rotary Selector] to select a channel. 2. When receiving a call, rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio output level to a comfortable listening level. NOTE: •• Push [Upper] to listen on the - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 17
3 BASIC OPERATION Receiving and transmitting DDTransmitting a DTMF code (Autodial) You can quickly send DTMF tones that have been preentered into the transceiver. zz Push [DTMF Autodial] to transmit a DTMF code. NOTE: You can also send a DTMF code even when transmitting a call, depending on the - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 18
3 BASIC OPERATION Setting the squelch level The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal, depending on the signal strength. 1. Rotate [VOL] to turn OFF the transceiver. 2. Set [Rotary Selector] to any channel other than Channel 16. 3. While holding down [PTT] and [Lower], rotate [VOL] to - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 19
Section 4 ADVANCED OPERATION Emergency Call 4-2 Lone Worker Emergency Call 4-3 MDC 1200 system operation 4-3 DD Transmitting an Emergency Call 4-3 4-1 - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 20
4 ADVANCED OPERATION Emergency Call IMPORTANT: It is recommended that the dealer set up an Emergency channel to provide reliable Emergency call operation. NOTE: Depending on the presetting, the following functions may be automatically activated. Ask your dealer for details. Auto TX function After - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 21
4 ADVANCED OPERATION Lone Worker Emergency Call When the Lone Worker function is turned ON, and no operation occurs for the specified period of time, the Emergency function is automatically turned ON, and then the countdown for the Emergency call transmission starts. After the specified period of - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 22
Section 5 BATTERY CHARGING Battery caution 5-2 Charging caution 5-3 Battery chargers 5-4 DD Rapid charging with the BC-240 5-4 DD About the BC-240 5-4 DD Rapid charging with the BC-214N 5-5 5-1 - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 23
5 BATTERY CHARGING 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. RRDANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 24
5 BATTERY CHARGING Charging caution RRDANGER! 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 - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 25
5 BATTERY CHARGING Battery chargers DDRapid charging with the BC-240 You can rapidly charge a Li-ion battery pack with the BC-240. Charging time* for the BP-298: Approximately 3 hours * When the Extend Battery Life function is turned OFF, as explained to the right. Additionally required item ( - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 26
5 BATTERY CHARGING Battery chargers DDRapid charging with the BC-214N You can rapidly and simultaneously charge up to 6 battery packs with the optional BC-214N (with AD-139 charger adapters installed). Charging time for the BP-298: Approximately 3 hours Additionally needed item (purchase separately - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 27
Section 6 OPTIONS Options 6-2 DD Battery pack 6-2 DD Chargers 6-2 DD DC cables 6-2 DD Antenna 6-2 DD Others 6-2 VOX function 6-3 DD Connecting the optional unit 6-3 DD Turning the VOX function ON or OFF 6-4 DD Setting the VOX gain 6-4 6-1 - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 28
and Set modes contents. Ask your dealer for details. You can download the CS-V3MR programming software from the Icom website. (https://www.icomjapan.com/support/) •• OPC-474 programming cable For transceiver-to-transceiver programming. 6-2 - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 29
6 OPTIONS VOX function The transceiver has a VOX function, which allows you hands-free operation. An optional HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 headset and the VS-4LA ptt switch cable, or the OPC-2004 or OPC-2004LA adapter cable are also required for operation. What is VOX? The VOX (voice operated transmission - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 30
6 OPTIONS VOX function DDTurning the VOX function ON or OFF The VOX function can be turned ON or OFF. The VOX function automatically switches between receive and transmit during voice operation. 1. Connect the optional HS-94, HS-95 or HS-97 and VS-4LA, OPC-2004, or OPC-2004LA. (p. 6-3) 2. Rotate - Icom IC-V3MR | Instruction Manual - Page 31
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF TRANSCEIVER
|V3MR
5
BATTERY CHARGING
6
OPTIONS
4
ADVANCED OPERATION
3
BASIC OPERATION
2
PANEL DESCRIPTION
1
ACCESSORIES
INTRODUCTION