INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF TRANSCEIVER UHF TRANSCEIVER iF30GT/GS iF40GT/GS 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 except any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as "Occupational Use Only", meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the "General Population" in an uncontrolled environment. W ARN ING This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for "Occupational Use Only." In addition, your Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans: · FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. · American National Standards Institute (C95.1­1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. · American National Standards Institute (C95.3­1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields-- RF and Microwave. C AU TIO N To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines: · DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with i this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio. · DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time ("50% duty cycle"). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the "TX indicator" lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the "PTT" switch. · ALWAYS use Icom authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc). Use of unauthorized accessories can cause the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. · ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clips which listed in page 25 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from mouth, and slightly off to one side. The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites. ii FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the IC-F30GT/GS, IC-F40GT/GS FM transceiver. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL­This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the transceiver. INSTALLATION NOTES · When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 2.5 to 5 centimeters (1 to 2 in.) away from your mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 centimeters (1 in.) from your head and body. · If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters (1 in.) from your body when transmitting. IMPORTANT R CAUTION! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 2 to 4 in. (5 to 10 cm) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. R CAUTION! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. R CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit. iii AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below +14°F (­10°C) or above +122°F (+50°C). The basic operations, transmission and reception of the transceiver, are guaranteed within the specified operating temperature range (depending on version). However, the LCD display may not be operate correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours of operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas. DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason. KEEP the transceiver from the heavy rain, and Never immerse it in the water. The transceiver construction is water resistant, not waterproof. The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty. Versions of the IC-F30GT/GS and IC-F40GT/GS which display the "FM APPROVED" symbol as at left on the serial number seal, conform to intrinsically safe ratings of the FMRC (Factory Mutual Research Corporation). Intrinsically safe : Class I, II, III, Division 1, Groups C, D, E, F, G Nonincendive : Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D Connected battery pack : BP-210FM FCC caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. iv TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i­ii FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii INSTALLATION NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii IMPORTANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii­iv TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v 1 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2­4 ` Switches, controls, keys and connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2­3 ` Function display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 3 BATTERY PACKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5­10 ` Battery pack replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ` Battery cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 ` Battery charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7­8 ` Charging NOTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 ` Battery case (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 4 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11­15 ` General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 5 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16­18 ` Receiving and transmitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 ` Call procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 ` Tx code channel selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ` Manual 5-tone codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ` Transmitting notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 6 SmarTrunk IITM OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19­21 ` Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 7 OTHER FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 ` DTMF pager/Code squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 ` Cloning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 8 OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 ` Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 9 OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24­25 v ACCESSORIES ` Accessory attachment 1 D Supplied accessories The transceiver comes supplied with the following accessories. q Flexible antenna (may q differ from that shown, or may not be supplied with w some versions) w Belt clip D Antenna The antenna screws onto the transceiver as illustrated at right. For IC-F30GT-L/GS-L The most suitable flexible antenna must be purchased separately, according to the frequency coverage and programmed frequency parameters of each version. See page 25 for details. D Belt clip Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below. To attach the belt clip To release the belt clip 1 2 q w e PANEL DESCRIPTION ` Switches, controls, keys and connectors !2 !1 !0 Speaker o r t i y u Microphone D Programmable key reference F0 (Red) F1 (Black) F2 (Black) F3 (Black) 2 P0 P1 P2 P3 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 q ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects the supplied antenna. w DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [F0 (Red)] e DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEY [F1 (Black)] r PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [F2 (Black)], [F3 (Black)] · Push to select the operating channel. Depends on setting. · Can be programmed as [ ]/[ # ]. (SmarTrunk mode only) y DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0]/[P1]/[P2]/[P3] Can each be programmed for one of several functions by your Icom Dealer. u 10-KEY PAD (IC-F30GT/IC-F40GT only) Used to enter DTMF codes, the operating channel, etc. i FUNCTION DISPLAY Displays a variety of information such as, operating channel number/names, 5-tone code, remaining battery power, DTMF numbers, transmit output power setting, Audible indication, etc. NOTE: The above functions depend on pre-setting. o MULTI CONNECTOR Connect optional speaker-microphone, etc. !0 TRANSMIT/BUSY INDICATOR Lights red while transmitting; lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is open. !1 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level. !2 ROTARY SELECTOR [SEL] Selects operating channel or bank. Depends on setting. 3 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ` Function display q w e r o i u y t q SIGNAL STRENGTH METER Indicates relative signal strength level. w BANK NUMBER INDICATOR Indicates operating bank (channel group) number. e LOW POWER INDICATOR Appears when low output power is selected. r MULTI-FUNCTION INDICATOR Indicates operating channel number, channel names, 5-tone code, etc., according to operating condition. t SCRAMBLER INDICATOR Appears while the voice scrambler function is activated. y KEY LOCK INDICATOR Appears during key lock function ON. u BELL INDICATION Appears or blinks when a 2/5Tone call is received. i AUDIBLE INDICATOR Appears when the monitor function is turned ON. (CTCSS and DTCS mutes are released.) o BATTERY INDICATOR Indicates remaining battery power. 4 BATTERY PACKS ` Battery pack replacement 3 Before replacing the battery pack, the volume control MUST be rotated fully counterclockwise, until a click is heard, to turn the power OFF. · Slide the battery release forward, then pull the battery pack upward with the transceiver facing away from you. The BP-210FM only can be used for the intrinsically safe versions. D BATTERY PACKS Charging period Battery Voltage Capacity pack Battery case for AA (R6)×6 alkaline 7.2 V 1100 mAh 7.2 V 1650 mAh 7.4 V 1800 mAh BC-137 BC-119N or BC-121N with AD-101 N/A 1.5 hrs. 2.0 hrs. 2.0 hrs. Battery life*1 BP-208 BP-209 BP-210/FM BP-211 N/A 15 hrs. 15 hrs. N/A --*2 7 hrs. 11 hrs 12 hrs *1Battery life is calculated under the following conditions; Tx : Rx : standby =5 : 5 : 90 *2Operating period depends on alkaline cells used. 5 3 BATTERY PACKS ` Battery cautions · CAUTION! NEVER short terminals (or charging terminals) of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing battery packs (or the transceiver) in handbags, etc. Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as a necklace, etc. causes shorting. This will damage not only the battery pack, but also the transceiver. · NEVER inciner ...