Icom IC-V3MR Instructions - Page 2

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Battery pack (BP-298) Battery charger (BC-240) Belt clip (MB-124) DDFlexible antenna Connect the antenna to the antenna connector. 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. DDBelt clip Attaching: 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. Belt clip CAUTION: •• DO NOT carry the transceiver by holding only the antenna. •• DO NOT connect an antenna other than the specified antenna. •• DO NOT transmit without an antenna. DDBattery 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 Battery pack Detaching: zz Lift the tab up (1), and slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow (2). 1 2 Tab 2 Latch Detaching: RRWARNING! The latch is tightly locked, so use caution when releasing it. DO NOT use your fingernail. Use the edge of a coin or screwdriver tip to carefully release it. zz Unhook the latch (1), and then lift up the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (2). 2 BE CAREFUL! DO NOT break your fingernail. 1 CAUTION: NEVER remove or attach the battery pack when the transceiver is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust getting into the transceiver or the battery pack, and may result in them being damaged. NOTE: Keep battery terminals clean. It's a good idea to occasionally clean them. PANEL DESCRIPTION Antenna connector [PTT] [Upper] [Lower] [Rotary Selector] [VOL] Status indicator Speaker Speaker microphone jack Microphone BATTERY CHARGING 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. Additionally required item (purchase separately): •• A power adapter, the OPC-515L DC POWER CABLE, or the CP-23L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE Battery pack Battery pack + Transceiver Turn OFF Power adapter DDStatus indicator Lights red: Transmitting. Lights green: Receiving or squelch is open. Lights or blinks orange: A matching signal is received, depending on the presetting. DDAbout the keys [Upper]: Push to turn the Monitor function ON or OFF. [Lower]: No default function is assigned. NOTE: Other functions can be assigned to these keys with the CS-V3MR PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE. DDSpeaker microphone jack Connect the optional speaker microphone or VOX adapter cable. Jack cover CAUTION: DO NOT use the transceiver without the jack cover or the optional equipment attached. The transceiver meets IP54 requirements for dustprotection and splash resistance only when the battery pack and jack cover are attached. Screws* Charging indicator The optional OPC-515L (for a DC power source) or CP-23L (for a 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of the power adapter. CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-515L to a power source using reverse polarity. This will ruin the battery charger. White line: + , Black line: - * Self tapping screw: M3.5 × at least 30 mm Purchase separately. Using screws is recommended to secure the charger. Charging indicator Lights orange: While charging Lights green: When charging is completed. Blinks red: When a charging error has occurred. Reinstall the battery or the transceiver. DDAbout the BC-240 Turn the Extend Battery Life function ON or OFF. The battery charger has a function switch on the bottom panel.  (Default: OFF) OFF: T he battery is fully charged. The operating time of the transceiver is Bottom view maximum. ON: The battery is not fully charged to not shorten the battery life cycle. The battery life cycle is extended. But the operating time of the transceiver becomes Slide switch shorter. BASIC OPERATION DDTurning 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 the "BATTERY CHARGING." zz Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the transceiver. DDReceiving and Transmitting CAUTION: DO NOT transmit without an antenna. Receiving: 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 channel, to confirm that no one is operating on the channel before transmitting. Transmitting: 1. Wait until the channel is clear to avoid interference. 2. While holding down [PTT], speak at your normal voice level. 3. Release [PTT] to receive. IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your signal: 1. After pushing [PTT], pause briefly before you start speaking. 2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth, then speak at your normal voice level. DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART Channel Frequency (MHz) Ch 1 Ch 2 Ch 3 Ch 4 Ch 5 151.820 151.880 151.940 154.570 154.600 CTCSS Tone (Hz) 67.0 Band TX PWR Width (W) Narrow 2 Wide LLChannel 6 to 16 are not programmed by default. Ask your dealer for details. OPTIONS DDBattery pack •• BP-298 BATTERY PACK Battery pack Voltage Capacity Approximate battery life* BP-298 7.2 V 2100 mAh (minimum) 2250 mAh (typical) 24 hours * W hen the power save function is turned ON, and the operating periods are calculated under the following conditions. TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90, TX Power 2 W DDChargers •• BC-240 DESKTOP CHARGER To rapidly charge a single battery pack. •• BC-214N MULTI CHARGER + BC-157S AC ADAPTER To rapidly charge up to 6 battery packs. A power adapter may be supplied, depending on the charger version. DDDC cables •• CP-23L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE Use when charging the battery pack from a 12 V cigarette lighter socket. (Use with the BC-240) •• OPC-515L DC POWER CABLE Use with a 13.8 V power source instead of the power adapter. (Use with the BC-240) DDAntenna •• FA-SC28V VHF ANTENNA 148 ~ 162 MHz DDOthers •• AD-98FSC ANTENNA CONNECTOR CONVERTER Enables you to connect an external antenna with a BNC connector. •• MB-124 BELT CLIP •• HM-158LA/HM-159LA/HM-222HLWP SPEAKER-MICROPHONE Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient operation while the transceiver is hanging on your belt. LLAdjust the microphone gain before use. HM-222HLWP: With an Emergency key and a loud speaker. Meets IP68 requirements for waterproof protection. LLNot yet released as of August 2021. •• HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 HEADSET + V S-4LA PTT SWITCH CABLE/ OPC-2004/OPC-2004LA ADAPTER CABLE HS-94: Ear-hook type HS-95: Neck-arm type HS-97: Throat microphone VS-4LA: To connect to headsets OPC-2004/OPC-2004LA: To connect to headsets for VOX operation LLAdjust the both microphone and VOX gain before use. •• CS-V3MR PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE + OPC-478UC PROGRAMMING CABLE Provides quick and easy programming of such settings as memory channels 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.