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. 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. i 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. 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. ii TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i INSTALLATION NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i IMPORTANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i­ii TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii 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 8 OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 ` Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 9 CLONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 10 OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25­26 11 MEMO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 iii ACCESSORIES ` Accessory attachment 1 D Supplied accessories The transceiver comes supplied with the following accessories. q Flexible antenna (may differ according to version) q w Belt clip w D Antenna The antenna screws onto the transceiver as illustrated at right. 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 [ D ]/[ # ]. (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 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: 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 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 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 you. 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 BC-137 BC-119 or BC-121 with AD-94 N/A 1.5 hrs. 2.0 hrs. Battery life* BP-208 BP-209 BP-210 N/A 15 hrs. 15 hrs. -- 7 hrs. 11 hrs *1Battery life is calculated under the following conditions; Tx : Rx : standby =5 : 5 : 90 * Operating 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 incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may cause an explosion. · NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. · Clean the battery terminals to avoid rust or miss contact. · Keep battery contacts clean. It's a good idea to clean battery terminals once a week. If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery pack still does not retain a charge (or only very little charge), a new battery pack must be purchased. (p. 9) D Recycling information (U.S.A. only) The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-822-8837 for battery recycling options in your area, or contact your dealer. 6 BATTERY PACKS 3 ` Battery charging D Rapid charging with the BC-119+AD-94 (#02) The optional BC-119 provides rapid charging of optional battery packs. The following are additionally required: · One AD-94 (#02). · An AC adapter (may be supplied with the BC-119 depending on version). Turn power OFF. Check orientation for correct charging. (Insert together with charging adapter.) BC-119 + AD-94 #02 When using the BC-119 in a vehicle: If the charge indicator flashes orange, the vehicle battery voltage is low and charging may not be performed. Check the vehicle battery voltage in this case. If the charge indicator flashes red, there may be a problem with the battery pack (or charger). Re-insert the battery pack or contact your dealer. 7 3 BATTERY PACKS D Rapid charging with the BC-121+AD-94 (#02) The optional BC-121 allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following are additionally required. · Six AD-94 (#02). · An AC adapter (may be supplied with the BC-121 depending on version). Turn power OFF. MULT I-CHA RGER AC adapter (purchased separately) Charge indicator (each indicator functions independently) D Regular charging with Turn power OFF. the BC-137 #02 The optional BC-137 #02 provides regular charging of optional battery pack with/ without transceiver. The following is additionally required: · An optional AC adapter. (A charger adapter is supplied with BC-137 #02.) Check orientation for correct charging. (Insert together with charging adapter.) BC-137 #02 8 BATTERY PACKS 3 ` Charging NOTE Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. · Recommended temperature range for charging: +10°C to +40°C (50°F to 140°F). · Use the supplied charger or optional charger (BC-119/BC-121 for rapid charging, BC-137 #02 for regular charging) only. NEVER use other manufacturers' chargers. The optional BP-209 or BP-210 battery packs include rechargeable Ni-Cd (Ni-MH: BP-210) batteries and can be charged approx. 300 times. Charge the battery pack before first operating the transceiver or when the battery pack becomes exhausted. If you want to charge the battery pack more than 300 times, the following points should be observed: · Avoid over charging. The charging period should be less than 48 hours. · Use the battery until it becomes almost completely exhausted under normal conditions. We recommend battery charging after transmitting becomes impossible. D Battery pack life When the operating period becomes extremely short, even after charging the battery pack fully, a new battery pack is needed. 9 3 BATTERY PACKS ` Battery case (Option) When using an optional BP-208 BATTERY CASE attached to the transceiver, install 6 AA (R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated below. D CAUTION · Use ALKALINE batteries only. · Make sure all battery cells are the same brand, type and capacity. · ...