Icom IGM1600 manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL iGM1600 SURVIV AL CRAFT 2-W A Y RADIO This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful inter- ference.[...]

i SAFETY TRAINING INFORMA TION Y our Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio has been evaluated for compliance at the distance of 2.5 cm with the FCC RF exposure limits for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your Icom radio complies with the fol- lowing Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy[...]

ii RECOMMENDA TION CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHL Y WITH FRESH W A TER after exposure to saltwater , and dry it before opera- tion. Otherwise, the transceiver ’s keys, switches and con- trollers may become inoperable due to salt crystallization. NOTE: DO NOT remove the battery pack when cleaning the transceiver thoroughly with fresh water . W at[...]

iii PRECAUTION R W ARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. R W ARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from exposed parts of the body , especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the mi[...]

iv SAFETY TRAINING INFORMA TION ............................................... i RECOMMENDA TION ...................................................................... ii FOREWORD ................................................................................... ii IMPORT ANT .......................................................................[...]

1 OPERA TING RULES 1 D Priorities • Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy . Safety and distress calls take priority over all others. • Y ou must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. • False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law . D Privacy • Inf[...]

2 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND A TT ACHMENTS 1 2 ■ Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied: Qty . q Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 w Battery charger (BC-158) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 e Belt clip (MB-103Y) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

3 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND A TT ACHMENTS ï Battery pack T o remove the battery pack: T urn the screw counterclockwise, then pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below . T o attach the battery pack: Insert the battery pack in the IC-GM1600 completely , then turn the screw clockwise. NEVER remove or insert the battery pack [...]

4 3 P ANEL DESCRIPTION 2 3 ■ Front, top and side panels q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] T urns power ON and adjusts the audio level. w MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC/SP] Connects the optional external microphone. NOTE: Attach the [MIC/SP] cap when the optional speaker-microphone is not used. e ANTENNA Fixed type. r TRANSMIT/RECEIVE INDICA T OR Lights green whi[...]

5 3 P ANEL DESCRIPTION i CHANNEL 16 KEY [16] Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 7) o CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [ Y Y ]/[ Z Z ] ➥ Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 7 – 8) ➥ Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 1 1) ➥ Selects the SET mode item when pushed with [SQL]. (p. 1 1) !0 SQUELCH SWITCH [SQL • MONI ] ➥ Push this switch, th[...]

6 3 P ANEL DESCRIPTION 3 t BA TTER Y INDICA TOR Indicates remaining battery power . y VOX INDICA T OR “ VOX ” appears when the VOX function is used. (p. 10) u SET MODE ITEM READOUT Indicates the SET mode items while in the SET mode. (p. 1 1) i LOCK INDICA T OR Appears when the lock function is activated. (p. 10) o CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT ➥ Ind[...]

7 BASIC OPERA TION 4 ■ Channel selection D Channel 16 Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communica- tions. While standing by , you must monitor Channel 16. q Push [16] to select Channel 16. w Push [CH] to return to the condition before selecting Chan- nel 16, or push [ Y ][...]

8 4 BASIC OPERA TION 4 ■ Receiving and transmitting q Rotate [VOL] clockwise to turn power ON. w Set the volume and squelch level. ➥ Push [SQL • MONI ], and push [ √ ] to open the squelch. ➥ Push [SQL • MONI ] to stop the “ SQL ” indicator blinking, then rotate [VOL] to set the volume level. ➥ Push [SQL • MONI ], and push [ ∫ [...]

9 4 BASIC OPERA TION ■ Call channel programming The call channel switch is used to select Channel 9* by de- fault, however , you can program your most often-used chan- nel for quick recall. *The channel number depends on version. q Push [CALL] to select the call chan- nel. •“ CALL ” and call channel number appear . w Push [CALL] again for 3[...]

10 4 BASIC OPERA TION 4 ■ Lock function This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT], [SQL • MONI ] and [Hi/Lo • ]) to prevent accidental channel changes and function access. ➥ Push [Hi/Lo • ] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and OFF . ■ Signal strength indicator The received signal strength level is indicated by[...]

11 SET MODE 5 ■ SET mode programming SET mode is used to change the condition of 1 1 transceiver functions: beep tone function, monitor switch action, back- lighting function, LCD contrast selection, auto power save function, self check function, battery voltage indicator , signal strength indicator , squelch sensitivity function, VOX gain* and V[...]

12 5 SET MODE 5 ■ SET mode items D Beep tone function “ bP ” Y ou can select silent operation by turning the beep tones OFF , or you can have 2 types of con fi rmation beeps sound at the push of a key . When “ ON ” is selected, a fi xed beep (Pi) sounds, and when “ US ” is selected, the preset beeps (e.g. do, re, mi) sound. • Beep[...]

13 5 SET MODE D Auto power save function “ PS ” The auto power save function reduces battery drain by deac- tivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. • ON : The power save function is turned ON. The power save func- tion will activate when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 5 sec. • OFF: The power save functi[...]

14 5 SET MODE 5 D Battery voltage indicator “ bt ” This function controls display or non-display settings of the connected battery pack ’ s voltage when the power is ON. • The voltage of the connected battery pack is displayed for 2 sec. after power is turned ON. D Signal strength indicator “ Sl ” The signal strength indicator displays [...]

15 5 SET MODE D VOX delay “ dL ” (A vailable for on-board use only) Sets the VOX delay timer (0.5 to 3.0 sec. in 0.5 sec. steps) keeping the radio in transmit mode after you stop speaking. • Setting the delay to 0.5 (0.5 sec.) is a short VOX delay . • Setting the delay to 3.0 (3.0 sec.) is a long VOX delay . SET MODE LIST *default setting P[...]

16 6 BP-234 BA TTER Y P ACK 5 6 The optional BP-234 battery pack is a non-rechargeable, Lithium battery pack for operation in a survival craft. The fol- lowing precaution must be observed. • NEVER dispose of the BP-234 battery pack in a fi re. This could re- sult in an explosion. • DO NOT short-circuit the BP-234 battery pack. Metal contact (s[...]

17 BA TTER Y CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONL Y) 7 ■ Battery charging Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. CAUTION: T o avoid damage to the transceiver , turn the power OFF while charging. • Recommended temperature range for charging: +10 ° C to +40 ° C (+50 °[...]

18 7 BA TTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONL Y) 7 ï Charging connections q Attach the BC-158 to a fl at surface, such as a desk. w Connect the AC adapter as shown below . e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger . • The charge indicator lights green. r Charge the battery pack approx. 8 hours, depending on the rema[...]

19 7 BA TTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONL Y) ■ Optional battery chargers ï AD-109 installation q Connect the charger ’ s 10-pin connector to the AD-109 desktop charger adapter ’ s plug. NOTE: The 3-pin connector is not used. w Install the adapter into the charger in the direction of the arrow , then use the supplied 2 screws to attach the[...]

20 7 BA TTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONL Y) 7 ï Rapid charging with the BC-1 19N+AD-109 The optional BC-1 19N provides rapid charging of battery packs. The following are additionally required. • AD-109 charger adapter • An AC adapter (BC-145A/E)* 1 or the DC power cable (OPC-515L/CP-17L). * 1 Depends on version. ï Rapid charging with the [...]

21 OPTIONAL SWIVEL BEL T CLIP 8 ■ MB-86 contents Qty . Belt clip ………………………………………………………… 1 Base clip ……………………………………………………… 1 Supplied screws ……………………………………………… 2 ■ Attachment q Screw the base clip to the back of the transceiv[...]

22 9 OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONL Y) 8 9 ■ HM-125 descriptions NEVER immerse the connector in water without connecting with the transceiver . If the connector becomes wet, be sure to dry BEFORE connecting it to the transceiver . NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the speaker-microphone, as shown in the diagram abov[...]

23 CHANNEL LIST FOR SUR VIV AL OPERA TION 10 Channel number TX/RX Channel number TX/RX Channel number TX/RX 06 156.300 MHz 08 156.400 MHz 09 156.450 MHz 10 156.500 MHz 1 1 156.550 MHz 12 156.600 MHz 13 156.650 MHz 14 156.700 MHz 15* 156.750 MHz 16 156.800 MHz 17* 156.850 MHz 67 156.375 MHz 68 156.425 MHz 69 156.475 MHz 71 156.575 MHz 72 156.625 MHz[...]

24 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 10 11 The transceiver does not turn ON. No sound from the speaker . T ransmitting is impos- sible, or high power can not be selected. The displayed channel cannot be changed. No beeps. Self check error . (T emperature) Self check error . (Battery voltage) T ransmitting continu- ously while not speak- ing when using VOX functio[...]

25 SPECIFICA TIONS 12 D GENERAL • Frequency coverage TX/RX : 156.300 – 156.875 MHz • Mode : 16K0G3E • Channel spacing : 25 kHz • Power supply requirement : Battery packs (BP-234 or BP- 224*) *For on-board use only • Current drain (approx.) : TX High (2 W) 1.0 A at 7.5 V DC for [USA] TX Low (1 W) 700 mA at 7.2 V DC for [GEN] Max. audio 2[...]

26 13 OPTIONS 12 13 D BA TTER Y P ACKS <FOR SURVIV AL CRAFT USE> • BP-234 LITHIUM BA TTERY P ACK 9.0 V/3300 mAh Lithium battery pack. <FOR ON-BOARD USE> • BP-224 Ni-Cd BA TTERY P ACK 7.2 V/750 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack. • BP-225 Ni-Cd BA TTERY P ACK 7.2 V/1 100 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack. D BEL T CLIPS • MB-103Y BEL T CLIP The same as [...]

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