User manual ICOM 208H

INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER i208H 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. FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-208H VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom's state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. We want to take a couple of moments of your time to thank you for making your IC-208H your radio of choice, and hope you agree with Icom's philosophy of "technology first." Many hours of research and development went into the design of your IC-208H. IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL-- This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-208H. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS DEFINITION Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock R WARNING! may occur. CAUTION NOTE Equipment damage may occur. Recommended for optimum use. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. WORD D FEATURES Switchable VHF and UHF transceiver Selectable backlit color from amber, green and yellow Detachable controller for flexible installation 55 W* of high transmit output power *VHF band; 50 W for UHF and Korean version, 25 W for Taiwan version Remote control microphone standard New DMS (Dynamic Memory Scan) system i Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries. PRECAUTION RWARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be observed when operating this device. If you have any questions regarding RF exposure and safety standards please refer to the Federal Communications Commission Office of Engineering and Technology's report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Radio frequency Electromagnetic Fields (OET Bulletin 65). RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention--anything less may result in an accident. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 16 V DC. This will damage the transceiver. NEVER let objects impede the operation of the cooling fan on the rear panel. DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit. DO NOT allow children to play with any radio equipment containing a transmitter. During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle's engine. When the transceiver's power is ON and your vehicle's engine is OFF, the vehicle's battery will soon become exhausted. AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below ­10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C (+140°F). BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when operating it continuously for long periods. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source using reverse polarity. This will damage the transceiver. NEVER cut the DC power cable between the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect connection is made after cutting, the transceiver may be damaged. AVOID setting the transceiver in a place without adequate ventilation. Heat dissipation may be affected, and the transceiver may be damaged. AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they can damage the transceiver's surfaces. USE Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other manufacturer's microphones have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver if attached. NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids. The transceiver may be damaged. NEVER operate or touch the transceiver with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock or damage the transceiver. NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury. For U.S.A. only CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations. ii SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES q w e TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ........................................................................................... i IMPORTANT ............................................................................................ i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ......................................................................... i PRECAUTION ........................................................................................ ii SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .................................................................. iii TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................... iii QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ............................................................. I­X I Installation ....................................................................................... I I Your first contact .......................................................................... VII I Repeater operation ....................................................................... IX I Programming memory channels..................................................... X 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ............................................................... 1­10 I Front panel-- controller ................................................................. 1 I Function display ............................................................................. 3 I Rear panel ..................................................................................... 5 I Microphone (HM-133) .................................................................... 7 I Microphone keypad ........................................................................ 8 I Optional microphones (HM-118N/TN/TAN)................................... 10 2 SETTING A FREQUENCY ........................................................ 11­14 I Preparation ................................................................................... 11 I Using the tuning dial .................................................................... 12 I Using the [Y]/[Z] keys ................................................................. 12 I Using the keypad ......................................................................... 12 I Tuning step selection ................................................................... 13 I Lock functions .............................................................................. 14 3 BASIC OPERATION ................................................................. 15­18 I Receiving ..................................................................................... 15 I Monitor function ........................................................................... 15 I Squelch attenuator ....................................................................... 16 I Transmitting ................................................................................. 17 I Selecting output power ................................................................ 17 t r y u q DC power cable (3 m) .............................................1 w Mobile mounting bracket .......................................1 e Microphone (HM-133)* ..........................................1 r Fuse (20 A) .........................................................1 t Mounting screws, nuts and washers .....................1 set y Microphone hanger ................................................1 u Separation cable (3.5 m; 11.5 ft) ..............................1 *HM-118N HAND MICROPHONE or HM-118TN/TAN supplied versions are also available. A ferrite core is adapted for the USA version. DTMF MICROPHONE iii 4 5 6 7 8 I One-touch PTT function ............................................................... 18 I Audio mute function ..................................................................... 18 REPEATER OPERATION ......................................................... 19­25 I General ........................................................................................ 19 I Accessing a repeater ................................................................... 20 I Subaudible tones ......................................................................... 22 I Offset frequency .......................................................................... 24 I Auto repeater (USA version only) ................................................ 25 MEMORY OPERATION ............................................................ 26­37 I General description ...................................................................... 26 I Memory channel selection ........................................................... 26 I Programming a memory channel ................................................. 27 I Copying memory contents ........................................................... 29 I Programming channel names ..................................................... 31 I Memory clearing .......................................................................... 34 I Memory bank selection ................................................................ 35 I Memory bank setting .................................................................... 36 I Transferring bank contents .......................................................... 37 CALL CHANNEL OPERATION ................................................ 38­39 I Call channel selection .................................................................. 38 I Call channel transferring .............................................................. 38 I Programming a call channel ........................................................ 39 SCAN OPERATION .................................................................. 40­45 I Scan types ................................................................................... 40 I Scan start/stop ............................................................................. 41 I Scan edges programming ............................................................ 42 I Skip channel setting ..................................................................... 44 I Scan resume condition ................................................................ 45 PRIORITY WATCH .................................................................... 46­47 I Priority watch types ...................................................................... 46 I Priority watch operation ............................................................... 47 9 DTMF MEMORY ENCODER ..................................................... 48­51 I Programming a DTMF code ......................................................... 48 I Transmitting a DTMF code .......................................................... 50 I DTMF speed ................................................................................ 51 10 POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH ................................... 52­55 I Pocket beep operation ................................................................. 52 I Tone/DTCS squelch operation ..................................................... 54 I Tone scan ..................................................................................... 55 11 OTHER FUNCTIONS ................................................................ 56­74 I Set mode ...................................................................................... 56 I Initial set mode ............................................................................. 61 I AM/FM narrow mode ................................................................... 65 I Weather channel operation (USA version only) ........................... 66 I Microphone keys .......................................................................... 67 I Partial reset .................................................................................. 68 I All reset ........................................................................................ 68 I Data cloning ................................................................................. 69 I Packet operation .......................................................................... 71 12 MAINTENANCE ........................................................................ 75­76 I Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 75 I Fuse replacement ........................................................................ 76 13 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ........................................... 77­78 I Specifications ............................................................................... 77 I Options ......................................................................................... 78 14 MODE ARRANGEMENT ........................................................... 79­80 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 iv QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE I Installation D Installation methods · Single body installation Transceiver · Remote installation Front panel Main unit · The supplied mounting bracket (or optional MB-17A) can be used for the main unit installation. I · The supplied OPC-600/R SEPARATION CABLE can be used for remote installation. · Optional OPC-601/R SEPARATION CABLE (7 m; 23 ft) is available for extend installation. · Optional MB-58 REMOTE CONTROLLER BRACKET and MB-65 MOUNTING BASE are available for increasing front panel mounting possibilities. · Optional OPC-440 MICROPHONE CABLE (5.0 m; 16.4 ft) and OPC-647 (2.5 m; 8.2 ft) are available to extend the microphone cable. · Optional OPC-441 SPEAKER CABLE (5.0 m; 16.4 ft) is available to extend the speaker cable. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Location Select a location which can support the weight of the transceiver and does not interfere with driving. We recommend the locations shown in the diagram below. NEVER place the transceiver or remote controller where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury. NEVER place the transceiver or remote controller where air bag deployment may be obstructed. DO NOT place the transceiver or remote controller where hot or cold air blows directly onto it. AVOID placing the transceiver or remote controller in direct sunlight. Mounting bracket qDrill 4 holes where the mounting bracket is to be installed. · Approx. 5.5­6 mm (1/4) when using nuts; approx. 2­3 mm (1/8) when using self-tapping screws. wInsert the supplied screws, nuts and washers through the mounting bracket and tighten. eAdjust the angle for your suitable position. Nut Spring washer QQQ @@@ ;;; Q @ ; Main unit Controller Main unit Main unit Mounting nut Flat washer When using self-tapping screws 25° II Quick reference guide D Using the mounting bracket QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Microphone connection Connect the supplied microphone as illustrated below. wConnect a separation cable between the controller and main unit using the supplied screws as illustrated below. · Controller's rear panel · Main unit D Separation cable connection Using the supplied separation cable (3.5 m; 11.5 ft) or the optional separation cable (7 m; 23 ft) the controller can be separated from the main unit, doubling as a remote controller. q Detach the controller as below. OPC-600/R or OPC-601/R A ferrite core is adapted for the USA version. q CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the separation connector. The 13.8 V power line is available in the connector, so the transceiver may damage when short circuited. Release latch w e NEVER short the terminals III QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Optional MB-58 installation The optional MB-58 REMOTE able for separate installation. CONTROLLER BRACKET is avail- q Drill 2 or 4 holes where the bracket is to be installed. · Approx. 4 mm (1/8) when using nuts; approx. 1­2 mm (1/16) when using self-tapping screws. rAttach the supplied Velcro pads (large) to the remote controller and bracket. tAttach the supplied Velcro pads (small) or rubber pad to the bracket as shown below; then attach the remote controller. wInsert the supplied screws, bolts and washers through the mounting base and tighten. eAdjust the angle for the clearest view of the function display and tighten 2 screws when the mounting base is used. When using selftapping screws. Bracket MB-58 IC-208H remote controller · When using the optional MB-65 Mounting bolt MB-58 Adjust the viewing angle for maximum visibility of the function display. Mounting base MB-65 IV Quick reference guide QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Battery connection  RWARNING NEVER remove the fuse holders from the DC power cable.  NEVER connect the transceiver directly to a 24 V battery.  DO NOT use the cigarette lighter socket for power connections. (See p. 5 for details) Attach a rubber grommet when passing the DC power cable through a metal plate to prevent a short circuit. · CONNECTING TO A DC POWER SOURCE Grommet IC-208H D DC power supply connection Use a 13.8 V DC power supply with at least 15 A capacity. Make sure the ground terminal of the DC power supply is grounded. · CONNECTING TO A DC POWER SUPPLY IC-208H DC power supply 13.8 V red - black Fuses 20 A _ black + red to an AC outlet - 12 V WARNING! NEVER remove the fuse holders. 12 V battery Supplied DC power cable Solder - black red Fuses 20 A See p. 76 for fuse replacement. Crimp NOTE: Use terminals for the cable connections. V QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Antenna installation · Antenna location To obtain maximum performance from the transceiver, select a high-quality antenna and mount it in a good location. A nonradial antenna should be used when using a magnetic mount. Roof-mount antenna (Drill a hole or use a magnetic mount.) Gutter-mount antenna 1­2 mm solder solder · PL-259 CONNECTOR 30 mm Trunk-mount antenna q Slide the coupling ring down. Strip the cable jacket and soft solder. w Strip the cable as shown at left. Soft solder the center conductor. e Slide the connector body on and solder it. r Screw the coupling ring onto the connector body. (10 mm 3/8 in) Coupling ring 10 mm (soft solder) 10 mm Soft solder NOTE: There are many publications covering proper antennas and their installation. Check with your local dealer for more information and recommendations. To antenna VI Quick reference guide · Antenna connector The antenna uses a PL-259 connector. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE I Your first contact Now that you have your IC-208H installed in your car or shack, you are probably excited to get on the air. We would like to take you through a few basic operation steps to make your first "On The Air" an enjoyable experience. 2. Selecting the operating frequency band The IC-208H has 2 m and 70 cm transmittable bands. 1. Turning ON the transceiver Before powering up your IC-208H, you may want to make sure the audio volume and squelch level controls are set in 9­10 o'clock positions. [VOL] [SQL] Set [VOL] and [SQL] controls to 9­10 o'clock positions. [BAND] Push [BAND] to select the desired frequency band. Push [BAND] to select the desired frequency band. Using the HM-133 You can select the desired frequency band from the HM-133. Although you have purchased a brand new transceiver, some settings may be changed from the factory defaults because of the QC process. Resetting the CPU is necessary to start from factory default. [SET·LOCK] [PWR] [S.MW·MW] While pushing [SET·LOCK] and [S.MW·MW], turn power ON. Push Push While pushing both [SET·LOCK] and [S.MW·MW], push [PWR] for 1 sec. to reset the CPU. VII QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 3. Tune the frequency The tuning dial will allow you to dial in the frequency you want to operate. Pages 12 and 13 will instruct you on how to set the tuning speed. [DIAL] Rotate [DIAL] to tune the frequency. Using the HM-133 You can directly enter the frequency with the HM-133 keypad for the main band. [EXAMPLE]: Setting frequency to 145.3625 MHz. Push Push Push Push VIII Quick reference guide QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE I Repeater operation 1. Setting duplex Push [BAND] to select the frequency band. Push [LOW·DUP] for 1 sec. once or twice to select minus duplex or plus duplex. · The USA version has an auto repeater function, therefore, setting duplex is not required. Using the HM-133 Plus or minus duplex selection and the repeater tone setting can be made easily via HM-133. Push [DUP­ 7(TONE)] for minus duplex; [DUP+ 8(TSQLS)] for plus duplex selection, push [FUNC] then [DUP­ 7(TONE)] to turn the repeater tone ON. Push Push [LOW·DUP] 2. Repeater tone Push [TONE·T-SCAN] several times until "T" appears, if the repeater requires a subaudible tone to be accessed. Push , then [TONE·T-SCAN] IX QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE The IC-208H has a total of 512 memory channels (including 10 scan edges and 2 call channels) for storing often used operating frequency, repeater settings, etc. Using the HM-133 q In VFO mode, set the desired operating frequency, including offset direction, tone settings, etc. Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO. Push [ENT C(T-OFF)] first, then enter the desired operating frequency via the keypad. · Set other data, such as repeater tone, duplex information, tuning step, if necessary. 1. Setting a frequency In VFO mode, set the desired operating frequency with repeater, tone and tuning steps, etc. Push [V/MHz·SCAN] to select VFO. Rotate [DIAL] to set the desired frequency. · Set other data, such as repeater tone, duplex information, tuning step), if desired. w Push [FUNC] then [CLR A(MW)]. · "!" indicator and memory channel number blink. 2. Selecting a memory channel Push [S.MW·MW], then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel. · "!" indicator and memory channel number blink. Push then , e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired memory channel. r Push [FUNC] then push [CLR A(MW)] for 1 sec. to program. [S.MW·MW] · 3 beeps sound · Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing to push [CLR A(MW)] after programming. 3. Writing a memory channel Push and hold [S.MW·MW] for 1 sec. to program. · 3 beeps sound · Return to VFO mode automatically after the program. · Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing to push [S.MW·MW] after programming. X Quick reference guide I Programming memory channels 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front panel-- controller q w Function display (p. 3) e r !3 !2 !1 !0 o i u y t q SET·LOCK SWITCH [SET·LOCK] Enters set mode when pushed. (p. 56) Switches the lock function ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 14) w TUNING DIAL [DIAL] Selects the operating frequency (p. 12), memory channel (p. 26), the setting of the set mode item and the scanning direction (p. 41). e VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] (p. 15) Adjusts the audio level. r POWER SWITCH [PWR] Turns power ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. t MICROPHONE CONNECTOR Connects the supplied or an optional microphone. q +8 V DC output (Max. 10 mA) w Channel up/down e 8 V control IN r PTT t GND (microphone ground) y MIC (microphone input) u GND i Data IN q i 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION y SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL] Varies the squelch level. (p. 15) · The RF attenuator activates and increases the attenuation when rotated clockwise to the center position and further. (p. 16) 1 1 u MONITOR·DTMF SWITCH [MONI·DTMF] Push to switch the monitor function ON and OFF. (p. 15) Turns DTMF memory encoder ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 48) i OUTPUT POWER·DUPLEX SWITCH [LOW·DUP] Each push changes the output power selection. (p. 17) Push for 1 sec. to select DUP­, DUP+ and simplex operation. (p. 20) o TONE·TONE SCAN SWITCH [TONE·T-SCAN] Each push selects a tone function. (pgs. 20, 52) · Subaudible tone encoder, pocket beep (CTCSS), tone squelch, pocket beep (DTCS), DTCS squelch or tone function OFF can be selected. !2 BAND SWITCH [BAND] Push to select the operating frequency band. (p. 11) Push to select the call channel 1or 2 during call channel operation. (p. 38) Push for 1 sec. to select the operating mode. (p. 65) !3 MEMORY WRITE SWITCH [S.MW·MW] (pgs. 27, 39, 42) Selects a memory channel for programming when pushed. Programs the selected memory channel when pushed for 1 sec. !4 !4 CONTROLLER RELEASE LATCH While pushing this latch, slide the controller to the left to remove it. Push for 1 sec. to start the tone scan. (p. 55) !0 MEMORY/CALL·PRIORITY SWITCH [M/CALL·PRIO] Push to select and toggle memory, call and weather channel* modes. (pgs. 11, 26, 38, 66) Starts priority watch when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 47) !1 VFO/MHz TUNING·SCAN SWITCH [V/MHz·SCAN] Selects and toggles VFO mode and 1 MHz (or 10 MHz for some versions) tuning when pushed. (p. 11) Starts scan when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 41) · Cancels a scan when pushed during scan. *Weather channels are available for USA version only. 2 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION I Function display q w e r t y u i o !7 !6 !5 q TRANSMIT INDICATOR Appears while transmitting. (p. 17) Blinks while transmitting with the one-touch PTT function. (p. 18) w DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 20) "DUP" appears when plus duplex, "DUP ­" appears when minus duplex (repeater) operation is selected. !4 !3 !2 !1 !0 e TONE INDICATORS "T" appears while the subaudible tone encoder is in use. (p. 20) "T SQL" appears while the tone squelch function is in use. (p. 52) "DTCS" appears while the DTCS squelch function is in use. (p. 52) "S" appears with the "T SQL" or "DTCS" indicator while the pocket beep function (with CTCSS or DTCS) is in use. (p. 52) 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION r NARROW MODE INDICATOR (p. 65) Appears when the FM/AM narrow mode is selected. Narrow mode is available with USA version only. t AM INDICATOR (p. 65) Appears when AM mode is selected. y SQUELCH ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 16) Appears when the squelch attenuator function is activated. · The attenuator can be switched OFF in initial set mode. (p. 63) 1 1 !2 MEMORY CHANNEL NUMBER INDICATORS Shows the selected memory channel number. (p. 26) Shows the selected bank initial. (p. 35) "C" appears when the call channel is selected. (p. 38) "L" appears when the lock function is activated. (p. 14) !3 SKIP INDICATORS (p. 44) "~"appears when the displayed memory channel is specified as a skip channel. "P ~" appears when the displayed frequency is specified as a program skip frequency. !4 MEMORY INDICATOR (pgs. 11, 26) Appears when memory mode is selected. !5 S/RF INDICATORS Shows the relative signal strength while receiving signals. (p. 15) Shows the output power level while transmitting. (p. 17) !6 OUTPUT POWER INDICATORS "LOW" appears when low output power; "MID" appears when middle output power is selected. No indicator appears when high output power is selected. !7 BUSY INDICATOR Appears when a signal is being received or the squelch is open. (p. 15) Blinks while the monitor function is activated. (p. 15) u AUTO POWER-OFF INDICATOR (p. 62) Appears while the auto power OFF function is in use. i AUDIO MUTE INDICATOR (P. 18) Appears when the audio mute function is activated. · The mute can only be switched ON and OFF from the HM-133 only. o FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the operating frequency, channel names, set mode contents, etc. · Frequency decimal point blinks while scanning. (p. 41) · "d" appears in place of the 1st digit while the DTMF memory function is in use. (p. 48) !0 WEATHER ALERT INDICATOR (p. 66) Appears when the weather alert function is activated. · The either alert function is available with the USA version only. !1 PRIORITY INDICATOR (p. 47) Appears while the priority watch is activated; blinks while the watch is paused. 4 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION I Rear Panel q w e r r ANTENNA CONNECTOR [ANT] Connects a 50 antenna with a PL-259 connector and a 50 coaxial cable. ANTENNA INFORMATION For radio communications, the antenna is of critical importance, to maximize your output power and receiver sensitivity. The transceiver accepts a 50 antenna and less than 1:1.5 of Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR). High SWR values not only may damage the transceiver but also lead to TVI or BCI problems. t q DATA SOCKET [DATA] Connects a TNC (Terminal Node Controller), etc. for data communications. · See p. 6 for connection information. t POWER RECEPTACLE [DC13.8V] Accepts 13.8 V DC ±15% with the supplied DC power cable.  NOTE: DO NOT use a cigarette lighter socket as a power source when operating in a vehicle. The plug may cause voltage drops and ignition noise may be superimposed onto transmit or receive audio. w EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK [SP] Connects an 8 speaker. · Audio output power is more than 2.0 W. e COOLING FAN Rotates while transmitting. Also rotates while receiving depending on the setting in initial set mode. (p. 63) 5