Icom IC-R6 User manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interfer-
ence.
UHF TRANSCEIVER
iF24/S
VHF TRANSCEIVER
iF14/S
iF26-L
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SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy
during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and clas-
sified 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 haz-
ards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General
Population” in an uncontrolled environment.
This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure lim-
its 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 Com-
pliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Fre-
quency Electromagnetic Fields.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard
for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Fre-
quency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recom-
mended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Elec-
tromagnetic Fields– RF and Microwave.
• The following accessories are authorized for use with this product.
Use of accessories other than those specified may result in RF ex-
posure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF ex-
posure.; Belt Clip (MB-94), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack
(BP-230N/BP-232N) and Speaker-microphone (HM-131L).
To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic
energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupa-
tional use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
CAUTION
WARNING
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ION
• DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this
may damaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF
exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this
radio by the manufacturer or 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 “Transmit indicator” lights red. You can cause
the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch or VOX function.
• ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the
body when transmitting and only use the Icom belt-clip which is listed
on page 31 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 your 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 as-
sure that this radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can pos-
sibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such in-
terference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.
DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electro-
magnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
Occupational/Controlled Use
The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed
as consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully
aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their
exposure.
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FOREWORD
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before
using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This instruction
manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F14/
IC-F14S
VHF TRANSCEIVERS
and IC-F24/IC-F24S/IC-F26-L
UHF
TRANSCEIVERS
.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
OPERATING NOTES
• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical
position with its microphone 5 to 10 centimeters (2 to 4 inches)
away from your mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 centimeters
(1 inch) 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 inch) from your body when
transmitting.
WORD DEFINITION
RWARNING Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
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PRECAUTION
RWARNING! 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 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the
lips and the transceiver is vertical.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset
or other audio accessories at high volume levels.
CAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other than the
BP-230N or BP-232N. Such a connection will ruin the trans-ceiver.
DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in
areas with temperatures below –22°F (–30°C) or above +140°F
(+60°C).
DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason.
MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are securely
attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna and battery pack
are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver
to water will result in serious damage to the transceiver.
The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver
performance and invalidate the warranty.
FCC caution:
Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by
Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this transceiver under
FCC regulations.
Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorpo-
rated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain,
Russia and/or other countries.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION …………………………………… i
FOREWORD ……………………………………………………………… iii
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ………………………………………………… iii
OPERATING NOTES …………………………………………………… iii
PRECAUTION …………………………………………………………… iv
TABLE OF CONTENTS ………………………………………………… v
1 ACCESSORIES ……………………………………………………… 1–5
‘Supplied accessories………………………………………………… 1
‘Accessory attachments……………………………………………… 2
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION …………………………………………… 6–11
‘Front, top and side panels ………………………………………… 6
‘LED indicator ………………………………………………………… 8
‘Programmable function keys ……………………………………… 9
3 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ………………………………… 12–18
‘Turning power ON ………………………………………………… 12
‘Channel selection ………………………………………………… 12
‘Call procedure ……………………………………………………… 13
‘ Receiving and transmitting ……………………………………… 14
‘ Scrambler function ………………………………………………… 16
‘ Setting the squelch level ………………………………………… 16
‘ Man Down Emergency Call ……………………………………… 17
4 OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION……………………………… 18–19
‘Optional unit installation …………………………………………… 18
‘Scrambler unit installation ………………………………………… 19
5 BATTERY CHARGING ………………………………………… 20–25
‘Battery charging …………………………………………………… 20
‘Caution ……………………………………………………………… 21
‘Optional battery chargers ………………………………………… 22
6 SWIVEL BELT CLIP……………………………………………… 26–29
‘MB-93 contents …………………………………………………… 26
‘To attach …………………………………………………………… 26
‘To detach …………………………………………………………… 28
7 OPTIONS ………………………………………………………… 30–33
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ACCESSORIES
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■Supplied accessories
The following accessories are supplied: Qty.
qFlexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
wBattery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
eBelt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
rUnit cover (double-sided tape)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
tJack cover (with screws) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 set
*Use the unit cover as a spare. Ask your dealer for details.
qw
r
e
t
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1ACCESSORIES
■Accessory attachments
DFlexible antenna
Connect the supplied flexible an-
tenna to the antenna connector.
CAUTION:
• NEVER HOLD by the antenna
when carrying the transceiver.
• Transmitting without an antenna
may damage the transceiver.
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ACCESSORIES
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ïBattery pack
To attach the battery pack:
Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the direc-
tion of the arrow (q), then lock it with the battery release button.
• Slide the battery pack until the battery release button makes a ‘click’
sound.
To release the battery pack:
Push the battery release button in the direction of the arrow (w) as
shown below. The battery pack is then released.
NEVER release or attach the battery pack when the transceiver
is wet or soiled. This may result in water or dust getting into the
transceiver/battery pack and may result in the transceiver being
damaged.
q
w
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1ACCESSORIES
ïJack cover
Attach the jack cover when the optional speaker-microphone is not
used.
w
w
q
q
q
w
To attach the jack cover:
qAttach the jack cover to the
[SP MIC] connector.
wTighten the screws.
To detach the jack cover:
qUnscrew the screws with a
phillips screwdriver.
wDetach the jack cover for the
speaker-microphone connec-
tion.
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