Icom IP730D Instruction Manual - Page 20

4 USING THE IDAS MODE Basic operation (Continued) DDSelecting a Zone Certain channels are grouped together and assigned to a Zone according to their intended use. For example, Analog channels 'Station 1' and 'Station 2' are assigned to an "Analog" Zone, and Digital channels 'Station 3' and 'Station 4' are assigned to a "Digital" Zone. LLConfirm the that the function to enter the Zone Selection screen is assigned to [Sub PTT], [Side 1], or [Side 2]. You can assign functions in the Detailed Set mode. See page 6-5 for details. 1. Push or hold down the key that is assigned for entering the Zone Selection screen. 2. Rotate Rotary Selector or push [▲] or [▼] select a zone. 3. Push [Call History] to exit the Zone Selection screen and return to the Standby Screen. DDReceiving and transmitting Receiving: 1. Rotate Rotary selector, or push [▲] or [▼] to select a channel. ••When a Call is received, the Status indicator lights green. Transmitting: CAUTION: DO NOT transmit without an antenna. 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. A fter pushing [PTT], pause briefly before you start speaking. 2. H old the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth, then speak at your normal voice level. NOTE: You can only transmit at low power in the IDAS mode when using an optional BP-305 battery case and alkaline batteries. DDTransmitting Notes Transmit inhibit function The transceiver has several inhibit functions which restrict transmission under the following conditions: Lockout function: The function inhibits transmission when the channel is busy. However, depending on a presetting, you can transmit when a call is received that includes a nonmatching (or matching) CTCSS (DTCS), RAN (Radio Access Number), Individual ID, or Group ID. Time-Out Timer: If continuous transmission exceeds the preset TimeOut Timer time, the transmission is cut off. Release [PTT], and then hold down again to resume talking. Penalty timer: After the transmission is cut off by the Time-Out Timer, transmission is further inhibited for a preset penalty period of time. 4-3