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IC-T90A MANUAL

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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.

IT90A
MULTIBAND FM TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CELLULAR
RADIO TELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED
UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.

Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-T90A
MULTIBAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with
Icom's superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper
care, this product should provide you with years of troublefree
operation.

The IC-T90A is a tri-band, 50 MHz, 144 MHz, 430 (440) MHz
FM transceiver that offers a wide-band AM, FM and WFM
scanning receiver. Not only you can hear your favorite TV
programs with the pre-programmed TV memories, but you
can also listen to short wave, AM and FM broadcast radio stations,
police, fire, military, aircraft, various amateur bands and
more.

New DMS(Dynamic Memory Scan) bank scanning provides
555 alphanumeric memory channels, including 50 band
edges, with a maximum of 18 banks or 100 channels per
bank. You can pick and choose any desired channel for scanning
from the 500 memories.

The supplied BP-217 LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK provides full
5 W output. Along with the energy conserving settings, the
BP-217 provides up to 5 to 6 hours of operating time.
The supplied MB-83 swivel type belt clip performs a quick
draw like action for attaching/detaching the transceiver from
the belt clip. And newly designed antenna also provides a stable
signal strength.

We want to thank you for making your IC-T90A 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-T90A.

FEATURES
Tri-band FM transceiver
Wide-band receiver
Covers 495 KHz to 999.990 MHz ,New DMS (Dynamic Memory Scan)
bank scan ,Lithium-Ion technology, Rugged palm sized, weather-resistant
construction ,DTCS and CTCSS tone squelch, Simple operation

I. FOREWORD

II. 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-T90A.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS - The explicit definitions below apply to this instruction manual.

DEFINITION

Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
Equipment damage may occur.
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.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Accessories included with the transceiver: Qty
Li-Ion battery pack (BP-217) ..................................... 1
Wall charger* (BC-110AR/D/DR) .................................... 1
MB-83 swivel belt clip ........................................... 1 set
Handstrap......................................................... 1
Antenna (FA-S6270D; with 50 MHz band adapter)..................... 1 set

(* Not supplied with some versions)

III. WARNING 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).

WARNING! 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 1 to 2 in (2 to 5 cm) away from
the lips and the transceiver is vertical.

WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories
at high volume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use.

NEVER CONNECT a power supply of more than 11.5 V DC to the DC jack. The supply voltage
must be between 5.5 V and 11.5 V to prevent damaging the transceiver.

NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. Such a connection will damage the transceiver.

NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source that is DC fused at more than 5 A. Accidental
reverse connection will be protected by this fuse, but higher fuse values will not give
proper protection against such accidents and the transceiver will be ruined.

DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive
atmosphere.

AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures
below +14°F (-10°C) or above +140°F (+60°C). RF output power is automatically reduced
to 0.5 W (Low) in cold environments (below 0°C) while operating with the BP-217
Li-Ion battery pack, to protect the battery pack. Keep the battery pack warm, then select
high power again. (p. 28) The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair
transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty. Even when the transceiver power is OFF,
a slight current still flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from
the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise, the battery pack or installed
batteries will become exhausted.

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................... iv
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ....................... 1-6
PANEL DESCRIPTION ........................... 7-12
- Panel description ......................... 7
- Function display .......................... 11
BATTERY CHARGING ............................ 13-16
- Battery attachment ........................ 13
- Battery cautions .......................... 13
- Regular charging .......................... 14
- Rapid charging ............................ 15
- Battery case .............................. 16
- External power operation .................. 16
BASIC OPERATION ............................. 17-34
-Turning power ON ........................... 17
-Tuning step ................................ 18
-Setting a frequency ........................ 19
-Mode selection ............................. 20
-Operating band and receive mode selection .. 21
-Setting the squelch level .................. 22
-Receiving .................................. 23
-RIT function ............................... 27
-Attenuator function ........................ 27
-Transmitting ............................... 28
-Repeater operation ......................... 29
-Duplex operation ........................... 31
-Split operation ............................ 32
-Auto repeater function ..................... 33
-1750 Hz tone ............................... 34
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ........................ 35-44
-General .................................... 35
-Calling up memory channels ................. 36
-Programming memory channels ................ 37
-Transferring memory contents to VFO ........ 38
-Copying memory contents .................... 39
-Memory names ............................... 39
-Memory bank ................................ 41
-Memory clear ............................... 43
-Call channel ............................... 44
SCAN OPERATION .............................. 45-49
-Scan types ................................. 45
-VFO scan ................................... 46
-Frequency skip function .................... 47
-Skip channel setting ....................... 47
-Memory scan ................................ 48
-Scan notes ................................. 49
PRIORITY WATCH .............................. 50-54
-Priority watch types ....................... 50
-Priority alert ............................. 50
-Priority watch operation ................... 51
SET MODE .................................... 55-66
-Set mode ................................... 55
-Set mode items ............................. 56
OTHER FUNCTIONS ............................. 67-80
-Programming a DTMF code .................... 67
-Transmitting a DTMF code ................... 68
-Clearing a DTMF memory ..................... 69
-Confirming a DTMF memory ................... 69
-Tone frequency and DTCS code ............... 70
-Tone/DTCS squelch .......................... 71
-Pocket beep function ....................... 71
-Available tone frequencies ................. 72
-Available DTCS codes ....................... 72
-Tone scan .................................. 73
-Beep tones ................................. 74
-Dial speed acceleration .................... 74
-Lock function .............................. 74
-Morse code synthesizer ..................... 75
-Power save ................................. 75
-Time-out timer ............................. 76
-PTT lock ................................... 76
-Auto power OFF ............................. 76
-Auto power ON .............................. 76
-Weather channel operation .................. 77
-Cloning function ........................... 79
-[SP/MIC] jacks ............................. 79
-Resetting .................................. 80

HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL
1 MICROPHONE ................................ 81
2 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................... 82
3 TV FREQUENCY TABLE ........................ 83-86
4 SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 87-88
5 OPTIONS ................................... 89-90
6 POCKET GUIDE
7 TABLE OF CONTENTS

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK:
Open the latch. Then, attach the BP-217 Li-Ion battery pack or BP-216 optional
battery case. Be sure to observe the correct direction. Charge Li-Ion battery
pack before use. Lock the latch.

NOTE: The battery pack is provided uncharged. BE SURE to charge the battery before
using it with the transceiver. Disinstalling the alkaline batteries.
Install 2 R6 (AA) size alkaline batteries into BP-216.

Be sure to observe the correct polarity. Keep battery contacts clean. It's a
good idea to clean battery terminals once a week.

ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT:

- Dattaching the swivel belt clip
The supplied swivel belt clip is useful for easy attaching/detaching the transceiver
to/from the belt. Attach the stopper to the transceiver with the supplied screw.
Clip the belt clip to your belt.
- Battery pack or battery case.
- Latch
- Stopper Supplied
- Screw

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Insert the transceiver into the end of the clip as shown at right.
Once the transceiver is locked in place, it will swivel 360 degrees.
To remove: Turn the transceiver upside down, and then lift to release
the transceiver from the belt clip as shown at upper right.
Handstrap
Slide the handstrap through the loop on
the top of the belt clip as shown at
right.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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CAUTION!
HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN ATTACHING
OR REMOVING THE TRANSCEIVER TO/FROM THE
BELT CLIP.
If the transceiver accidentally dropped and the swivel belt
clip's stopper is scratched, the swivel belt clip may not work
properly.
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1 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
50 MHz band
adapter
Attach the 50 MHz
band adapter
Hold the base , then screw the
antenna down.
for BC band to 50 MHz band,
through to 800 MHz band
for WFM band to
800 MHz band
Detach the top cap*
*KEEP the the anttenna top cap
in the safe place when it not
in use.
DAttaching the antenna
Insert the supplied wide band antenna into the antenna connector
and screw down the antenna as shown below.
o50 MHz band adapter
Attach the 50 MHz band antenna adapter before operating on
or receiving the signal below the 50 MHz band. Be sure to
use this 50 MHz band adapter during operation below the
50 MHz band. You can operate on the whole band with this
adapter.
CAUTION!
TRANSMITTING WITHOUT AN ANTENNA MAY DAMAGE
THE TRANSCEIVER.
NEVER HOLD the antenna
when carrying the transceiver.
KEEP the jack covers attached
when the jack is not
in use, to avoid bad contacts
from dust and moisture.
NOTE:
Commercially available antennas may increase transceiver
performance. An optional AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR
ADAPTER is available to connect an external antenna with a
BNC connector.
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_ Charging the Li-Ion battery pack
DCharging with the wall charger
q Push and hold [PWR] to turn the transceiver power OFF.
w Insert the charger plug into the DC power jack of the transceiver.
e Plug the charger into an AC wall outlet.
r Charging starts and the battery indicator " " on the display
blinks.
t It takes approximately 15 hours to charge an empty
BP-217 Li-Ion battery pack.
y Unplug the charger from the AC wall outlet when charging
is completed.
DCharging with the CP-19 Cigarette Lighter
cable (optional)
q Insert the cigarette lighter adapter cable into the DC power
jack of the transceiver.
w Connect the CP-19 cigarette lighter adapter cable to the
cigarette lighter socket.
e Charging starts and the battery indicator on the display
blinks.
NOTE:
o The BP-217 can be charged while you are operating the transceiver.
(p. 5).
o Charging will be suspended during transmitting of the transceiver.
o "CHG_F" appears when the charging is completed with the power
turned OFF.
oNEVER connect the cigarette lighter socket or external regulated
DC power supply directly to the transceiver. Such a connection will
damage the transceiver.
o Remove CP-19 from the transceiver when not using it. Otherwise,
the vehicle battery will become exhausted.
IC-T90A with BP-217
BC-110AR/D/DR
to
DC power jack
to AC outlet
CP-19
(optional)
to
DC power
jack
to a 12 V
cigarette lighter
socket
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_ Rapid charging
The optional BC-139 provides rapid charging of the battery
pack.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the
transceiver OFF while charging.
oCharging period: 2.5 hours (w/BP-217)
_ External power operation
An optional CP-19 cigarette lighter cable can be used for external
power operation from a 12 V DC cigarette lighter
socket.
oPower supply range is between 5.5-11.5 V DC.
NEVER CONNECT OVER 11.5 V DC directly into
the DC power jack of the transceiver.
oBE SURE to use the CP-19 when connecting a regulated
12 V DC power supply.
o If a battery pack is attached, the voltage of the external
power supply must be within 11.5-16 V DC, otherwise,
the battery power may be used for operation.
oThe maximum output power is 5.0 W regardless of the
power supply voltage.
oRemove the cables from the transceiver when not using
it. Otherwise, the vehicle battery will become exhausted.
CP-19
(optional)
to
DC power
jack
to a 12 V
cigarette lighter
socket
Turn power
OFF.
Check the
orientation.
BP-217
Li-Ion battery pack
to AC
outlet
BC-139 (optional)
desktop charger
BC-123
(supplied with
BC-139)
to [AC ADAPTER] jack
A
Adapter (supplied
with BC-139)
LED
Charging:
Orange
Finished:
Green
Charging
terminal
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_Your first contact
Now that you have your IC-T90A ready to operate, 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.
DFirst contact
qPush and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn the transceiver
power ON.
o The function display shows "ICOM," current voltage then the operating
frequency.
wPush [BAND] several times until the desired operating
band (VHF; 51.000, 146.010 or UHF; 440.000 as default)
appears on the display.
ePush [Y](or [Z]) several times to adjust to the desired
audio level.
rRotate [DIAL] to select the receive frequency.
'Direct frequency input' via the keypad also available.
(p. 19)
tHold the transceiver approximately 2 in. (5 cm) from your
mouth.
yPush and hold [PTT], then speak at your normal voice
level.
uRelease [PTT] switch to receive.
o Repeat steps, t, y and u to continue communication.
r
e
q
w
yu
[DIAL]
[PTT]
[UP/DOWN]
[BAND]
[PWR]
[Mic]
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FM
DUP
SKIP T P
[EXAMPLE] Setting the
receive frequency to
444.350 MHz
q
_ Panel description q POWER SWITCH [PWR]
Push for 1 sec. to turn the transceiver power ON and OFF.
w BAND SWITCH [BAND]
.Push to select the operating band (5 MHz, Air, VHF,
UHF, etc.). (p. 21)
.Push to select the memory bank or push to proceed the
memory name cursor while programming the memory
option. (pgs. 39, 41)
.Push for 1 sec. for morse code synthesizer announcement.
(p. 75)
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF "D."
e UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y]/[Z]
.Push to adjust the audio level by default. (p. 17)
.Push to adjust the frequency when [Y]/[Z] and [DIAL]
are exchanged by pushing [1 V.D] for 1 sec. (p. 23)
r MONITOR SWITCH [SQL] (p. 22)
.Push and hold to temporarily open the squelch and
monitor the operating frequency.
.While pushing, rotate the tuning dial to set the squelch
threshold level.
t TRANSMIT/RECEIVE INDICATOR
.Lights green while receiving a signal or when the
squelch is open; lights red while transmitting.
.Blinks green for 5 sec. when the scan stop LED function
is in use and a scan is stopped. (pgs. 46, 62)
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Function display
Speaker
Microphone
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
y PTT SWITCH [PTT]
.Push and hold to transmit in 50/144/430 (440) MHz amateur
bands; release to receive. (p. 28)
oWhen WFM or AM mode is selected, transmission is impossible.
u ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 3)
Connects the supplied antenna.
i EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS
[SP/MIC]
Connects an optional speaker-microphone or headset, if
desired. The internal microphone and speaker will not
function when any external equipment is connected. (See
pgs. 89, 90 for a list of available options.)
o TUNING DIAL [DIAL]
.Rotate [DIAL] to set operating frequencies, memory
channels, set mode contents, etc. (pgs. 19, 36, 55)
.While pushing [SQL], sets the squelch level. (p. 22)
.While pushing [BAND], sets the operating band in VFO
mode. (p. 21)
.While pushing [Y]/[Z], adjusts the audio level (when
[Y]/[Z] and [DIAL] are not exchanged). (p. 17)
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0
EXTERNAL DC POWER JACK [DC 11.0 V]
.Allows charging of the BP-217 using the BC-110A/D wall
charger, or using an optional CP-19 cigarette lighter
cable.
.To connect regulated power supply with optional CP-19
cigarette lighter cable.
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1
MODE/SCAN SWITCH [MODE SCAN]
.Push to select the operating mode (FM, WFM,
AM). (p. 21)
.Push for 1 sec. to start a scan. (p. 45)
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "F" (#).
!
2
VFO SWITCH [VFO MHz]
.Selects and toggles between VFO A and B.
(p. 20)
.Selects and toggles between the 1 MHz or 10
MHz tuning steps when pushed for 1 sec.
(p. 18)
.Returns to previous operating condition while setting frequency
or memory channel, or while in set mode.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "A".
!
3
MEMORY SWITCH [MR S.MW]
.Selects and toggles between memory mode
and memory bank. (p. 20)
.Push for 1 sec. to enter memory write condition.
(p. 37)
.Push for 2 sec. to write the operating frequency into the
selected memory channel in VFO mode.
o Keep pushing for 2 sec. or more to automatically select the
next memory channel, if desired. (p. 38)
.Push [MR S.MW] for 2 sec. to transfer the displayed frequency
into the VFO in memory mode. (p. 38)
MR
S.MW
B
VFO
MHz
A
MODE
SCAN
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF "B".
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4
CALL/LOCK SWITCH [CALL/TV LOCK]
.Toggles between call channel, TV channel,
weather channel (U.S.A. version only) and
VFO mode in sequence. (p. 20)
.Push for 1 sec. to toggle the lock function ON and OFF.
(p. 74)
o "é" appears while the key lock function is in use.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "C".
!
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DTMF MEMORY SWITCH [o DTMF.M]
.Push for 1 sec. to enter the DTMF memory
channel. (p. 67)
.Inputs MHz digit for frequency input. (p. 19)
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "E"
(M).
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VOLUME/DIAL SWITCH [1 V.D]
.Push for 1 sec. to exchange [Y]/[Z] and
[DIAL] functions. (p. 23)
o"VOL" appears when the tuning dial functions as a
volume control.
.Inputs digit '1' for frequency input, memory channel selection,
etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "1".
!
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TONE SWITCH [2 TONE] (p. 70)
.Push for 1 sec. to activate the following tone
functions in order.
o Subaudible tone encoder - "T" appears. (p. 29)
oTone squelch - "T SQL" appears. (p. 71)
o Pocket beep - "T SQLS" appears. (p. 71)
oDTCS squelch - "DTCS" appears. (p. 71)
oDTCS beep - "SDTCS" appears. (p. 71)
o No tone operation - no tone indicator appears.
.Inputs digit '2' for frequency input, memory channel selection,
etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "2".
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OUTPUT POWER SWITCH [3 H/L] (p. 28)
.Push for 1 sec. to toggle output power between
high and low.
o"LOW" appears when low output power is selected.
.Inputs digit '3' for frequency input, memory channel selection,
etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "3".
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DUPLEX SWITCH [4 DUP] (pgs. 29, 31)
.Push for 1 sec. to activate the following duplex
functions in order.
o Minus duplex operation - "-DUP" appears.
o Plus duplex operation - "DUP" appears.
o Simplex operation - no duplex indicator appears.
.Inputs digit '4' for frequency input, memory channel selection,
etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "4".
4
DUP
3
H / L
2
TONE
1
V D
.
DTMF.M
CALL/TV
LOCK
C
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
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FREQUENCY SKIP SWITCH [5 SKIP]
.Push for 1 sec. to turn the frequency skip function
ON and OFF in VFO mode. (p. 47)
o"P SKIP" appears when the frequency skip function
is in use.
.Push for 1 sec. to set the memory channel as the following
skip channel in memory mode in order. (p. 48)
o Skip channel - "SKIP" appears.
o Frequency skip channel - "P SKIP" appears.
o Non-skip channel - no skip indicator appears.
.Push for 1 sec. to program a paused frequency as a
skip frequency while scanning. (p. 48)
.Inputs digit '5' for frequency input, memory channel selection,
etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "5".
@
1
MEMORY NAME SWITCH [6 M.N]
.Push for 1 sec. to turn the memory name indication
ON and OFF. (p. 39)
oFrequency appears for nameless memory channels.
.Inputs digit '6' for frequency input, memory channel selection,
etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "6".
@
2
TONE SCAN SWITCH [7 T.SCAN]
.Push for 1 sec. to start a tone scan. (p. 73)
.Inputs digit '7' for frequency input, memory
channel selection, etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "7".
@
3
SET MODE SWITCH [8 SET]
.Push for 1 sec. to enter the set mode. Push to
select the displayed set mode item after selecting
with [DIAL] while in the set mode.
(p. 55)
.Inputs digit '8' for frequency input, memory channel selection,
etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "8".
@
4
TUNING STEP SWITCH [9 TS]
.Push for 1 sec. to select the tuning step.
(p. 18)
.Inputs digit '9' for frequency input, memory
channel selection, etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "9".
@
5
RIT/ATTENUATOR SWITCH [0 RIT]
.Push for 1 sec. to enter the RIT/attenuator set
mode. Push to select the item after selecting
with [DIAL]. (p. 27)
oRIT function is available for 630.000 MHz and above.
o Attenuator for 629.995 MHz or less only.
.Inputs digit '0' for frequency input, memory channel selection,
etc.
.While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code "0".
0
RIT
9
TS
8
SET
7
T.SCAN
6
M.N
5
SKIP
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
_ Function display
q FREQUENCY READOUT
Shows the operating frequency, set mode contents, etc.
o The smaller "75," "50" and "25" to the right of the readout indicate
0.75, 0.5 and 0.25 kHz, respectively.
o The decimal point of the frequency blinks during scan.
w LOCK INDICATOR (p. 74)
Indicates that the lock function is in use.
e RECEIVE MODE INDICATORS (p. 21)
Shows the receive mode.
oAM, FM and WFM are available.
r DUPLEX INDICATORS (pgs. 29, 31)
Appears when semi-duplex operation (repeater operation)
is in use.
o "-DUP" appears when minus duplex is selected; "DUP" only, appears
when plus duplex is selected.
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
t TONE INDICATORS (p. 70)
.Appears when the following tone functions are activated.
o Subaudible tone encoder - "T" appears. (p. 29)
oTone squelch - "T SQL" appears. (p. 71)
o Pocket beep - "T SQLS" appears. (p. 71)
oDTCS squelch - "DTCS" appears. (p. 71)
oDTCS beep - "SDTCS" appears. (p. 71)
."S" blinks when the correct tone or code is received
during pocket/DTCS beep operation. (p. 71)
y RIT INDICATOR (p. 27)
Appears when the RIT (Receive Incremental Tuning) function
for 630.000 MHz and above is in use.
u SKIP SCAN INDICATOR (p. 47)
."SKIP" appears when a selected memory channel is set
as a skip channel.
."PSKIP" appears when the memory channel frequency
is set as a skip frequency in memory mode.
."PSKIP" appears when the frequency skip function is
turned ON in VFO mode.
i PRIORITY WATCH INDICATOR (p. 50)
Appears when priority watch is in use.
o MEMORY MODE INDICATOR (p. 20)
Appears when a memory channel is selected.
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MEMORY CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT (p. 20)
Shows the memory or call channel number, etc.
!
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S/RF INDICATORS (p. 28)
Shows the relative signal strength while receiving. Shows
the relative output power while transmitting.
!
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LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 28)
Appears when low output power is selected.
!
3
VOLUME EXCHANGE INDICATOR (p. 23)
Appears when the functions of tuning dial and [Y]/[Z]
switches are exchanged.
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BATTERY INDICATORS
.Both segments appear when the batteries have ample
capacity.
oThey do not appear when operating with an external power
source.
.Only the right segment " " appears when the batteries
are nearing exhaustion.
.Blinks while charging the attached Li-Ion battery pack.
!
5
ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 27)
Appears when the attenuator is in use.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION
_ Battery attachment
q Attach the Li-Ion battery pack (BP-217) or battery case
(BP-216).
o Be sure to observe the correct direction.
o Charge Li-Ion battery pack before use.
w Lock the latch.
DOperating periods
The operating periods with BP-217 are:
50 MHz Approx. 6 hr.
144 MHz Approx. 5 hr.
440 MHz Approx. 5 hr.
at high power, Tx : Rx : Standby = 1:1:8
_ Battery cautions
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.
NEVER short terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may
flow into nearby metal objects so be careful when placing battery
packs in handbags, etc.
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 very little), a
new battery pack must be purchased.
Use Icom battery packs, chargers and cables only. The use of
non-Icom products may impair transceiver performance and
invalidate the warranty.
Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still
flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from
the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise,
the battery pack or installed batteries will become exhausted.
Battery pack or
battery case
Latch
q
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3 BATTERY CHARGING
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3 BATTERY CHARGING
_ Regular charging
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the
transceiver OFF while charging.
oRecommended temperature range for charging:
+32°F to +95°F; 0°C to +35°C
o Use the wall charger* (BC-110AR/D/DR) only. NEVER use
another manufactures' charger.
* Not supplied with some versions.
o An optional cable CP-19 (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket)
can be used instead of the AC adapters of the above chargers.
DBattery indicators
The battery indicators blink while charging but do not indicate
the power condition.
"CHG_F" appears when the charging is completed. Disconnect
the wall charger in this case.
q Attach the battery pack to the transceiver.
w Be sure to turn the transceiver power OFF.
e Connect the AC adapter* (BC-110AR/D/DR) as shown
below.
* Not supplied with some versions.
r Remove any cables from the [DC11V] jack.
oCharging period: 15 hours (w/BP-217)
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BATTERY CHARGING
IC-T90A with BP-217 BC-110AR/D/DR
to AC outlet
CP-19
(optional) to
DC power
jack
to a 12 V
cigarette lighter
socket
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3 BATTERY CHARGING
_ Rapid charging
The optional BC-139 provides rapid charging of the battery
pack.
oCharging period: 2.5 hours (w/BP-217)
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it OFF
while charging.
oRecommended temperature range for charging:
+32°F to +95°F; 0°C to +35°C
oNEVER connect 2 chargers to the [AC ADAPTER] and
[DC13.5V] jacks of the BC-139.
o Use the supplied BC-123 for the BC-139 desktop charger.
Connect BC-123 to the [AC ADAPTER] jack.
oNEVER use another manufactures' charger.
o An optional cable CP-19 (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket)
can be used instead of the supplied AC adapter. Connect
one of these to the [DC11V] jack in this case.
If the charge indicator blinks orange, there may be a problem
with the battery pack (or charger). Re-insert the battery
pack or contact your dealer.
Turn power
OFF.
Check the
orientation.
BP-217
Li-Ion battery pack
to AC
outlet
BC-139 (optional)
desktop charger
BC-123
(supplied with
BC-139)
to [AC ADAPTER] jack
A
Adapter (supplied
with BC-139)
LED
Charging:
Orange
Finished:
Green
Charging
terminal
_ Battery case (Option)
q Install 2 R6 (AA) size alkaline
batteries into the optional
BP-216 BATTERY CASE.
o Be sure to observe the correct
polarity.
w Install the battery case as
shown at right.
A build in step-up convertor in
the BP-216 increases the voltage
up to 5 V DC.
Keep battery contacts clean.
It's a good idea to clean battery
terminals once a week.
DBattery information
The batteries may seem to have low capacity when used in
low temperatures such as +14 °F (-10 °C) or below. Please
keep the battery case or pack warm in this case.
DBattery replacement
When the batteries become exhausted, the function display
may blink or have a lower contrast. In these cases, replace
all batteries with new, same brand, alkaline batteries.
_ External power operation
An optional cable CP-19 (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can
be used for external power operation.
. oPower supply range is between 5.5-11.0 V DC.
NEVER CONNECT OVER 11.5 V DC directly into
the DC power jack of the transceiver.
oBE SURE to use CP-19 when connecting regulated
12 V DC power supply.
o If a battery pack is attached, the voltage of the external
power must be within 11.5-16 V DC, otherwise, the battery
power may be used for operation.
oThe maximum output power is 5.0 W regardless of the
power supply voltage.
oRemove the cables from the transceiver when not using
it. Otherwise, the vehicle battery will become exhausted.
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3 BATTERY CHARGING
e
BATTERY CHARGING
CP-19
(optional)
to
DC power
jack
to a 12 V
cigarette lighter
socket
Voltage indication
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4 BASIC OPERATION
_ Turning power ON
DTurning power ON
q Make sure alkaline batteries are installed in the battery
case or the battery pack is charged, and attach them.
(p. 13)
w Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn the power ON.
o The function display shows "ICOM," current voltage then the operating
frequency.
o Repeat this step to turn power OFF.
The opening message can be turned ON or OFF in the expanded
set mode 1. (p. 64)
DSetting volume level
The audio level can be adjusted through 32 levels.
.Push [Y] or [Z] to set the desired audio level.
o Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [Y] or [Z] also sets the
audio level.
o [Y]/[Z] and [DIAL] can be exchanged by [1 V.D]. (p. 23)
DVolume level indication
The frequency display shows the volume level during setting
as shown below.
[.]
[v]
Shows volume level.
[PWR]
FM
SKIP
P
Frequency indication
Opening message 'ICOM'
Voltage indication
Indication Audio level
0 (no sound)
19-23 (default)
24-27
28-30
31 (Maximum)
1-11
12-18
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4 BASIC OPERATION
_ Tuning step
When using the tuning dial to change
the frequency, or when a scan function
is activated, the frequency changes in
increments determined by the set tuning
step. Tuning steps can be selected
for each band. This transceiver has 13
tuning steps as follows:
o5 kHz o 6.25 kHz o 8.33 kHz
o9 kHz o10 kHz o 12.5 kHz
o15 kHz o20 kHz o25 kHz
o30 kHz o50 kHz o100 kHz
o200 kHz
DSetting the tuning step
q Push [9 TS] for 1 sec. to enter tuning
step set mode.
o "TS" appears.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired
tuning step.
o Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [9
TS] also selects the tuning step.
oTuning step can be set in VFO and
memory modes.
e Push [9 TS] or [VFO] to exit.
DMHz tuning step
This is useful to change the frequency
rapidly.
q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w Push [VFO MHz] for 1 sec. to select
1 MHz tuning step.
e Push [VFO MHz] for 1 sec. again to
select 10 MHz tuning step, if required.
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired
MHz frequency.
t Push [VFO] to exit MHz tuning step.
FM
SKIP
P
FM
SKIP
P
1 MHz tuning step
10 MHz tuning step
5 kHz tuning step
20 kHz tuning step
[9 TS]
[DIAL]
[VFO MHz]
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4 BASIC OPERATION
DSetting the frequency with keypad
q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w Push the desired numeral buttons until inputting 1 kHz digit to set the frequency.
o When you want to change the 100 kHz digit and below, push [o] first, then the numeral buttons.
o Acceptable digits for the 1 kHz digit depend on the 10 kHz digit.
_ Setting a frequency
Push numeral keys and [o] to input the
desired frequency.
o Frequency can be set irrelevant of the selected
band.
o When inputting a frequency outside of the
frequency range, the previously selected
frequency is automatically selected after inputting
1 kHz digit.
1
V D
2
TONE
3
H / L
4
DUP
5
SKIP
6
M.N
0
RIT
7
T.SCAN
8
SET
9
TS
.
DTMF.M
[VFO]
2
TONE
4
DUP
.
DTMF.M
0
RIT
6
M.N
8
SET
.
DTMF.M
FM
FM
FM
FM
FM
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
0
RIT
4
DUP
5
SKIP
3
H / L
3
H / L
4
DUP
8
SET
.
DTMF.M
FM
FM
FM
FM
FM
FM
FM
0
RIT
SKIP P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
o Setting to 0.684 MHz o Setting to 433.580 MHz oChanging 100 kHz and
below.
Setting 433.580 MHz to
433.240 MHz.
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4 BASIC OPERATION
_ Mode selection
DVFO mode
VFO mode is used for setting a desired
frequency within the band range.
.Push [VFO] to select VFO mode.
oPushing [VFO] in VFO mode toggles
VFO A and B.
What is VFO?
VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency
Oscillator. Frequencies for
transmitting and receiving are generated
and controlled by the VFO.
DMemory mode
Memory mode is used for operation of
memory channels which have programmed
frequencies.
.Push [MR] to select memory mode.
oPushing [MR] in memory mode toggles
memory channel and memory bank indications.
oTo program a memory Ch, refer to p. 37.
DCall/TV/weather channels
Call channels are used for most-oftenused
frequencies for quick recall. TV
and weather (U.S.A. version only)
channels can be selected with
[CALL/TV].
.Push [CALL/TV] to select a call, TV
and weather channel in sequence.
FM
FM
[MR]
Memory channel
Memory bank
A00-Y99 appear when a
memory bank is programmed.
[VFO]
VFO A
VFO B
FM
SKIP
P
FM
SKIP
P
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FM
FM W
[CALL/TV]
Call channel
TV channel
Weather channel (U.S.A. only)
FM
_ Operating band and receive mode selection
DSelecting the operating
band
The transceiver can receive the BC
(broadcast) bands, 5 MHz band, 50
MHz band, FM broadcast band, Air
band, VHF (144 MHz) band, 220 MHz
band, 300 MHz band, UHF (430MHz)
band or 800 MHz band.
* Frequency coverage depends on versions.
q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w Push [BAND] several times to select
the desired band.
o Rotating the tuning dial while pushing
[BAND] also selects the operating band.
[VFO]
[BAND]
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4 BASIC OPERATION
DSelecting the receive mode
Receive modes are determined by the
physical properties of the radio signals.
The transceiver has 3 receive modes:
FM, AM and WFM modes. Typically, AM
mode is used for the avionics band
(108-135.995 MHz) and WFM is used
for FM broadcast stations
(76-107.995 MHz).
When pushing [PTT], a beep tone
sounds indicating the mode is not
FM mode. The transceiver cannot
transmit in AM or WFM mode.
FM
SKIP
P
FM
SKIP
P
W
AM
SKIP
P
FM mode
WFM mode
AM mode
MODE
SCAN
MODE
SCAN
MODE
SCAN
Push
to toggle the
operating
mode.
SKIP P
SKIP P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP P
SKIP P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
AM
FM
BAND
FM
FM
SKIP P
FM
AM
FM
FM
AM
FM W
BC (broadcast) bands 5MHz band 50MHz band WFM bands
800MHz band
UHF (430 MHz) band 300MHz band
Air bands
VHF (144 MHz) band 220MHz band
0.495-1.620 MHz 1.625-34.995 MHz 35.000-75.995 MHz*
108.000-135.995 MHz
76.000-107.995 MHz*
550.000-999.990 MHz
383.000-549.995 MHz 255.000-382.995 MHz 222.000-254.995 MHz 136.000-221.995 MHz
Push [BAND] several times to
select the desired band.
_ Setting the squelch level
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4 BASIC OPERATION
The squelch circuit mutes the received
audio signal depending on the signal
strength. The transceiver has 9 squelch
levels, a continuously open setting and
an automatic squelch setting.
DSetting the squelch level
q While pushing and holding [SQL], rotate
[DIAL] one-click to display the
current squelch level.
w Rotate [DIAL] successively to adjust
the squelch level.
o "LEVEL1" is loose squelch and
"LEVEL9" is tight squelch.
o "AUTO" indicates automatic level adjustment
with a noise pulse count system.
e Release [SQL] to return to the previous
indication.
[Squelch level indication]
DMonitor function
This function is used to listen to weak
signals or to open the tone squelch
manually.
.Push and hold [SQL] to monitor the
operating frequency.
The [SQL] switch can be set as a
monitor ON/OFF switch in set mode.
(p. 60)
[SQL]
Blinks while monitoring.
FM
SKIP
P
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[SQL]
[DIAL]
Indication Squelch level
Open
Automatic (default)
Level 1 (loose)
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6
Level 7
Level 8
Level 9 (tight)
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4 BASIC OPERATION
_ Receiving
DSetting volume level
.Push [Y] or [Z] to set the desired audio level.
o Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [Y] or [Z] also sets the
audio level.
DSetting squelch level
q While pushing [SQL], rotate [DIAL] to select the squelch
level.
o "LEVEL1" is loose squelch and "LEVEL9" is tight squelch.
w Release [SQL] to return to the previous indication.
DExchange [DIAL] and [Y]/[Z] functions
The functions of tuning dial and [Y]/[Z] switches can be exchanged,
if desired.
.Push [1 V.D] for 1 sec. to exchange the functions of the
tuning dial and [Y]/[Z] switches.
o "VOL" appears when the functions are exchanged.
[DIAL]
[Y]/[Z]
Default setting
Frequency setting
Memory channel setting
Scan direction setting
Set mode setting
Volume setting
Volume setting
Exchanged setting
Frequency setting
Memory channel setting
Scan direction setting
Set mode setting
FM
VOL
SKIP
P
[DIAL]
[.]
[v]
Appears when the functions
are exchanged.
[1 V D]
[DIAL]
[SQL] [.]
[v]
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4 BASIC OPERATION
DReceiving FM broadcast
[EXAMPLE]: Receiving 88.200 MHz.
q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w For direct frequency input, push [8], [8], [o], [2], [0], [0].
o Skip e and t in this case.
e Push [BAND] several times to select the FM broadcast
band.
o Default frequency (FM broadcast band): 76.000 or 88.000 MHz
r Push [MODE] several times to select WFM mode if required.
t Rotate [DIAL] to set 88.200 MHz.
y When a signal is received:
.The TX/RX indicator lights green.
.Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
.The S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength.
DReceiving amateur bands
[EXAMPLE]: Receiving 145.600 MHz.
q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w For direct frequency input, push [1], [4], [5], [o], [6], [0], [0].
o Skip e and t in this case.
e Push [BAND] several times to select the 144 MHz band.
o Default frequency (144 MHz band): 145.000 MHz
r Push [MODE] several times to select FM mode if required.
t Rotate [DIAL] to set 145.600 MHz.
y When a signal is received:
.The TX/RX indicator lights green.
.Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
.The S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength.
FM
SKIP
P
[DIAL]
[VFO]
[MODE]
[BAND]
S meter
FM
SKIP
P
W
[DIAL]
[VFO]
[MODE]
[BAND] S meter
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4 BASIC OPERATION
DReceiving TV channels
Available TV channels depends on the version. Refer to the
TV frequency table (p. 83) for details. Some channels are set
as skip channels. Refer to the skip channel setting (p. 26) for
details. TV channel frequency and skip setting can be re-programmed
via the CS-T90A cloning software, ask your dealer
for details.
q Select TV mode with [CALL/TV].
o Pushing [CALL/TV] toggles a call, TV and weather channel
(p. 77; U.S.A. version only) in sequence.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired TV channel.
o Rotate [DIAL] while pushing [BAND] to select all TV channels.
e When a signal is received:
.The TX/RX indicator lights green.
.Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
.The S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength.
Pushing [CALL/TV] selects the call channel and does not
return to the previous TV channel even if the previous
mode (VFO or memory) is selected from TV channel.
FM W
[BAND]
[DIAL]
[CALL/TV]
TV mode indication TV channel indication
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4 BASIC OPERATION
DTV skip scan
The transceiver automatically programs the receivable TV
channels as non-skip channels and others as skip channels.
q Select TV mode with [CALL/TV].
o Pushing [CALL/TV] selects a call, TV and weather channel
(U.S.A. version only) in sequence.
w Push [MODE SCAN] for 1 sec. to start TV skip scan.
o The transceiver automatically scans all TV channels.
e When the scan is finished:
.The receivable TV channels have been programmed as nonskip
channels and others as skip channels.
.Rotate [DIAL] to select the receivable TV channel.
.Rotate [DIAL] while pushing [BAND] to select all TV channels.
DTV skip channel setting
The skip channel setting can be set manually.
q Select TV mode with [CALL/TV].
o Pushing [CALL/TV] selects a call, TV and weather channel
(U.S.A. version only) in sequence.
w Rotate [DIAL] while pushing [BAND] to select the desired
TV channel.
e Push [5 SKIP] for 1 sec. to toggle the skip setting.
o "SKIP" appears when the channel is set as a skip channel.
FM
SKIP
W
[BAND]
[DIAL]
[5 SKIP]
Skip indication
FM
SKIP
W
[BAND]
[DIAL]
[CALL/TV]
[MODE SCAN]
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4 BASIC OPERATION
_ RIT function
To compensate for the off frequency of a transmitting station,
the transceiver has receive incremental tuning for receiving frequencies
above 630.000 MHz. The RIT function cannot be used
in TV mode and is automatically cancelled below 630.000 MHz.
The receive incremental tuning (RIT) shifts only the receive
frequency within approx. ±5 kHz.
q Set an operating frequency above 630.000 MHz.
w Push [0 RIT] for 1 sec. to select the RIT set mode item.
o If "ATT" appears, rotate [DIAL] to select "RIT."
e Push [0 RIT] again to select the RIT set mode.
r Rotate [DIAL] to adjust the shift frequency.
o-5 to +5 appears while setting the shift frequency.
t Push [VFO] to exit the RIT set mode.
_ Attenuator function
The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distorting when
very strong signals are near the desired frequency or when
very strong electric fields, such as from a broadcasting station,
are near your location. The attenuation level is approx.
10 dB.
q Push [0 RIT] for 1 sec. to select the ATT set mode item.
o "RIT" or "ATT" appears. If "RIT" appears, rotate [DIAL] to select
"ATT." When the operating frequency is 629.995 MHz or below,
ATT set mode is automatically selected.
w Push [0 RIT] again to select the ATT set mode.
e Push [VFO] to exit the ATT set mode.
Attenuator is in use
FM
SKIP
P
ATT
ATT appears
If the operating frequency is
629.995 MHz or below, this
menu does not appear.
RIT/ATT selection menu Attenuator set mode
R
FM
SKIP
P
RIT indication
RIT frequency adjustment
Approx. +3 kHz shift
RIT function example
RIT function OFF RIT set mode
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4 BASIC OPERATION
_ Transmitting
DAmateur band operation
CAUTION: Transmitting without
an antenna may damage the transceiver.
Make sure a charged battery pack or alkaline
batteries are installed. (p. 1)
IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability
of your transmitted signal, pause
a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold the
microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm)
from your mouth and speak at a normal
voice level.
The protect circuit interrupts the output
power when more than 11.5 V DC is
connected.
DOperating band and
frequency setting
q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w Push [BAND] several times to select
the desired amateur band.
o Rotating the tuning dial while pushing
[BAND] also selects the operating band.
e Set an operating frequency with the
tuning dial. (p. 19)
oTo input the frequency directly, push [4],
[3], [5], [o], [6], [8] and [0] for the example
below.
DSelecting output power and
transmitting
q Push [3 H/L] for 1 sec. to select the
output power.
o Rotating the tuning dial while pushing
[3 H/L] also toggles the output power.
o "LOW" appears when low output power
is selected. If "LOW" does not appear,
high output power is selected.
w Push and hold [PTT] to transmit,
then speak into the microphone.
o TX/RX indicator lights red.
oThe S/RF indicator shows the output
power selection.
o Approx. output power:
4.5 W/0.5 W with 11 V DC (w/CP-19)
5.0 W/0.5 W with BP-217
0.1 W with BP-216 (fixed to low power)
The output power is fixed to low
while operating with battery case.
e Release [PTT] to receive.
DFM narrow mode (transmit only)
The transceiver has narrow deviation
(±2.5 kHz) mode. Set narrow mode in
expanded set mode 2, if desired. (p. 66)
FM
SKIP
P
FM
SKIP
P
LOW
When LOW power is selected.
When HIGH power is selected.
FM
SKIP
P
Lights
red while
transmitting [3 H/L]
[BAND]
Microphone
[DIAL]
[PTT]
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4 BASIC OPERATION
_ Repeater operation
When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from
the receive frequency by the offset frequency. (p. 31) It is convenient
to program repeater information into memory channels.
(p. 37)
q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
w Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (-DUP or
DUP; see p. 31 for details.)
o When the auto repeater function is in use (U.S.A. and Korea versions
only), this selection and step e are not necessary. (p. 33)
e Push [2 TONE] for 1 sec. to activate the subaudible tone
encoder, according to repeater requirements.
o "T" appears. Refer to p. 70 for tone frequency settings.
r Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
o The displayed frequency automatically
changes to the
transmit frequency (repeater
input frequency).
o If "OFF" appears, check the
offset frequency or shift direction.
(p. 31)
t Release [PTT] to receive.
y Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station's
transmit signal can be directly received or not.
U.S.A. and Korea versions:
Auto repeater function uses the settings of the repeater
tone frequency and offset frequency.
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
While receiving While transmitting
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
"DUP" appears.
Station A Station B
Repeater
439.340 MHz
434.340 MHz 434.340 MHz
439.340 MHz
Uplink
Downlink
(transmitting freq.)
(receiving freq.) Lights
red while
transmitting.
[PTT]
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4 BASIC OPERATION
DChecking the repeater input signal
The transceiver can check whether the other station's transmit
signal can be received directly or not.
. Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station's
transmit signal can be directly received or not.
o When the other station's signal can be directly received, move to
a non-repeater frequency with simplex. (duplex OFF)
DOff band indication
If the transmit frequency is out of the amateur band, the off
band indication "OFF" appears on the display when [PTT] is
pushed. Check the offset frequency or duplex direction in this
case. (p. 31)
U.S.A. and Korea versions:
Auto repeater function uses the setting of the offset frequency.
.CONVENIENT
Tone scan function: When you don't know the subaudible
tone used for a repeater, the tone scan is convenient for detecting
the tone frequency.
. Push [7 T.SCAN] for 1 sec. to activate. See p. 73 for more
information.
DUP
T
FM
SKIP
P
SQL
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
[SQL]
Indication while receiving
Receives -5 MHz shift frequency
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_ Duplex operation
DSetting offset frequency
When communicating through a repeater, the transmit frequency
is shifted from the receive frequency by an amount
determined by the offset frequency.
q Select VFO mode or desired memory channel to be programmed.
w Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
e Rotate [DIAL] until "OFFSET" appears.
r Push [8 SET] again to select offset frequency.
t Rotate [DIAL] to set the desired offset frequency.
o The tuning step becomes the selected tuning step.
oPush [VFO MHz] for 1 sec. to use the MHz tuning step, if desired.
y Push [VFO] to exit set mode.
U.S.A. and Korea versions:
Auto repeater function uses the setting of the offset frequency.
Take care the offset frequency. (p. 33)
DSetting duplex direction
. Push [4 DUP] for 1 sec. to select "-DUP" or "DUP".
o "-DUP" or "DUP" indicates the transmit frequency for minus shift
or plus shift, respectively.
oWhen offset frequency
is 500 kHz.
U.S.A. and Korea versions:
Auto repeater function has priority over the manual duplex
setting. If the frequency changes after setting, the auto repeater
function may have changed the duplex setting.
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
FM
DUP
SKIP T P
-Duplex example
+Duplex example
Receiving
Receiving
Transmitting
Transmitting
[SQL]
[4 DUP]
[DIAL]
[8 SET]
[VFO MHz]
5.0 MHz offset
20.0 MHz offset
No offset frequency
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_ Split operation
Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and receive
on two different frequencies in the same band. The split frequency
operation is performed using 2 frequencies, one in
VFO A and one in B.
DSetting split frequency operation
q Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] until "EXP2" appears.
e Push [8 SET] to select expanded set mode 2.
r Rotate [DIAL] to turn the expanded set mode 2 ON.
t Push [8 SET] to exit expanded set mode 2.
y Rotate [DIAL] until "SPLIT" appears.
u Push [8 SET] to select split function.
i Rotate [DIAL] to select split function ON or OFF.
o Push [VFO] to exit set mode.
o"SPA" or "SPB" appears and
the split frequency operation is
activated.
DSplit frequency operation example
[EXAMPLE]: VFO A FM 145.240 MHz
VFO B FM 145.340 MHz
q Push [VFO] several times to select VFO A.
o Pushing [VFO] toggles VFO A and B.
w Push [BAND] several times to select the 144 MHz band.
e Push [MODE] several times to select FM mode.
r Set the operating frequency to 145.240 MHz with the tuning
dial.
t Push [VFO] to select VFO B.
y Push [BAND] several times to select the 144 MHz band.
u Push [MODE] several times to select FM mode.
i Set the operating frequency to 145.340 MHz.
o Push [PTT] to start the split frequency operation.
FM
SKIP
P
SKIP
P
FM
[DIAL]
[PTT]
[BAND]
[MODE]
[VFO]
[8 SET]
VFO A
VFO B
FM
SKIP
P
r
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_ Auto repeater function
(U.S.A. and Korea versions only)
The U.S.A. and Korea versions automatically activate the repeater
settings (duplex ON/OFF, duplex direction, tone encoder
ON/OFF) when the operating frequency falls within or
outside of the general repeater output frequency range. The
offset and repeater tone frequencies are not changed by the
auto repeater function, reset these frequencies, if necessary.
DFrequency range and offset direction
o U.S.A. version
oKorea version
q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
e Rotate [DIAL] until "AUTORP" appears.
r Push [8 SET] to select auto repeater set mode.
t Rotate [DIAL] to turn the auto repeater function ON (DUP
ONLY or DUP TONE) or OFF.
U.S.A. version:
o "DUP ONLY" Activates duplex only.
o "DUP TONE" Activates duplex and tone.
o "OFF" Auto repeater function is turned OFF.
Korea version:
o "ON" Activates duplex and tone.
o "OFF" Auto repeater function is turned OFF.
y Push [VFO] to exit set mode.
DUP
DUP
Duplex activated only. Duplex and tone activated.
Duplex and tone activated. Auto repeater function
is turned OFF.
FREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION
439.000-440.000 MHz "-DUP" appears
FREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION
151.620-151.995 MHz
152.500-152.995 MHz
153.500-153.995 MHz
"-DUP" appears
147.000-147.395 MHz "DUP" appears
442.000-444.995 MHz "DUP" appears
447.000-449.995 MHz "-DUP" appears
145.200-145.495 MHz
146.610-146.995 MHz
"-DUP" appears
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_ 1750 Hz tone
Some European repeaters require a 1750 Hz tone to be accessed.
For such European repeaters, perform the following.
o This tone can be use as a 'Call signal' in countries out of Europe.
q Push [o DTMF.M] for 1 sec. to select DTMF memory.
w Rotate [DIAL] counter-clockwise until "T-CALL" appears.
e Push [VFO] to exit DTMF memory.
r Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
t Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (-DUP or
DUP; see p. 31 for details.)
y While pushing [PTT], push [SQL] for 1 to 2 sec. to transmit
a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.
o If "OFF" appears, check the offset frequency or shift direction.
(p. 31)
o The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit
frequency (repeater input frequency).
u Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
i Release [PTT] to receive.
o Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station's
transmit signal can be received directly or not.
r
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5 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
_ General
The transceiver has 500 memory channels, 50 scan edge
channels and 5 call channels for storage of often-used frequencies.
Memory channels can be named with 6 characters and assigned
to 18 banks.
DMemory/call channel contents
The following information can be programmed into memory
or call channels:
o Operating frequency (p. 19)
o Receive mode (p. 21)
oTuning step (p. 18)
o Duplex direction (DUP or - DUP) with an offset frequency
(p. 31)
oSubaudible tone encoder, tone squelch or DTCS squelch
ON/OFF (pgs. 29, 71)
o Subaudible tone and tone squelch frequencies (p. 70)
o DTCS code with code phase mode (pgs. 65, 70)
o Memory bank (p. 41)
oMemory name (p. 39)
o Scan skip setting (p. 48)
DDefault memory contents example
CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
000-499
(Memory
channel; Mch)
oRegular memory channel
oDefault memory channel example
Mch 000 151.000 MHz
Mch 001 145.000 MHz
Mch 002 430.000 MHz
*Mch 003-499 are blank channels.
0A/0B-
24A/24B
(Scan edge
channel)
oProgram scan edge channel
25 pairs (50 channels)
oDefault scan edge example
0A: 1110.495 MHz 0B: 440.000 MHz
1A: 1150.000 MHz 1B: 1152.000 MHz
2A: 1144.000 MHz 2B: 1146.000 MHz
3A: 1430.000 MHz 3B: 1440.000 MHz
1 1
*4A/4B-24A/24B are blank channels.
C0-C4
(Call channel)
o Calling channel for amateur bands
o Can be used as regular memory channel
oDefault call channel example
C0 151.000 MHz
C1 145.000 MHz
C2 430.000 MHz
*C3 and 4 are blank channels.
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_ Calling up memory channels
Memory channels can be selected with
the [DIAL] and keypad.
oBlank channels cannot be selected via
[DIAL].
o Blank channels can be selected via keypad.
oPreviously selected channels appear
when the wrong memory channel number
is entered.
DSelecting with tuning dial
q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired
memory channel.
DSelecting with keypad
q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
w Push the desired numeral keys to
select the desired memory channel.
o Selecting memory channel 001.
Push [0], [0] and [1].
o Selecting memory channel 056.
Push [0], [5] and [6].
o Selecting memory channel 499.
Push [4], [9] and [9].
.CONVENIENT
The memory channels (000-099) can
be selected with 1 or 2 digits plus [MR].
o Selecting memory channel 005.
Push [5] and [MR].
o Selecting memory channel 024.
Push [2], [4] and [MR].
DCheck contents of all
memory channels
q Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to enter
memory write condition.
o Memory channel readout blinks.
w Rotate [DIAL] to check the desired
memory channel.
Rotating [DIAL] while pushing
[BAND] also selects all memory
channels.
FM
FM
Memory mode indication
Memory channel number
Appears
[DIAL]
[MR S.MW]
1
V D
2
TONE
3
H / L
4
DUP
5
SKIP
6
M.N
0
RIT
7
T.SCAN
8
SET
9
TS
keypad
t
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
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5 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
Program the desired frequency into a memory channel, call
channel or scan edge channel as follows.
The memory channels are shared with all bands. Memory
channels 003-499 are blank (non-programmed) channels as
a factory setting.
DProgramming a memory channel
[EXAMPLE]: 433.520 MHz into Mch 11
q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w Set the desired frequency:
.Select the desired band with [BAND].
.Set the frequency using [DIAL].
.Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction,
subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if required.
e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to indicate memory channels.
o Memory channel indicator " " and channel readout blinks.
o Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the previously
selected memory channel contents will be overwritten.
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
oCall channels (C0-C4), VFO (VF) and scan edge channels
(0A/0B-24A/24B), as well as regular memory channels, can be
programmed in this way.
t Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to program.
[DIAL]
[MR S.MW]
[VFO]
[BAND]
FM
FM
SKIP
P
FM
SKIP
P
e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. r Select the desired channel. t Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec.
VFO mode is selected after writing. " " and memory channel
readout blinks.
q, w Set the frequency.
_ Programming memory channels
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DAuto memory channel increment
While programming a memory channel, the next memory
channel can be selected automatically. This is convenient
when programming memory channels one after another.
.Keep pushing [MR S.MW] for 2 sec. or more, at step t of
the left section, to select the next memory channel automatically.
_ Transferring memory
contents to VFO
This is convenient when operating around a memory or call
channel.
q Push [VFO] several times to select VFO A or B to be transferred.
w Push [MR] to select memory mode.
e Set the desired memory channel with [DIAL].
o Call or scan edge channel contents can be transferred in the
same manner. Select a call channel in this case.
r Push [MR S.MW] for 2 sec. to transfer.
[EXAMPLE]: Transferring memory channel 26 to VFO A.
MR
S.MW
FM
DUP
SKIP
T
FM
DUP
T
P
[DIAL]
[MR]
Select the desired Mch.
for 2 sec.
Transfer to VFO.
FM
SKIP
P
FM
SKIP
P
FM
Keep pushing [MR S.MW]. Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec.
VFO is selected.
Next memory channel is
automatically selected.
t
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_ Copying memory contents
This is convenient when programming memory contents into
a scan edge channel or call channel.
o Call or scan edge channel contents can be copied in the same
manner.
q Push [MR S.MW] to select memory mode.
w Select the memory channel to be copied with [DIAL].
e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec.
o Memory channel indicator and number blinks.
o Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the previously
selected VFO will be overwritten.
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the target memory channel.
t Push [MR S.MW] for 2 sec. to copy.
_ Memory names
Each memory, scan edge and call channels can be programmed
with an alphanumeric name such as a repeater
name, club name, etc., for easy recognition. Names can be
a maximum of 6 characters-see the table at right for available
characters.
DMemory name input
q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
w Set the desired memory channel with [DIAL].
e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to indicate the memory channel.
o Memory channel indicator blinks.
o Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the previously
selected VFO will be overwritten.
r Push [CALL/TV] several times to select "NAME."
oMemory name screen appears. The 1st character of the name
and "X" blinks.
o Previously programmed name appears, if programmed.
FM
DUP
T
FM
DUP
T
FM
DUP
T
[DIAL]
[MR]
Select a channel to copy.
Select desired channel.
Write into the channel.
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t Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired character.
o See the following list for available characters.
y Push [BAND] to advance the cursor.
o Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [BAND] also selects the
cursor.
u Repeat t and y until the desired name is input.
i Push [VFO] to program the name.
o If you want to set other channels, repeat w through i to
set the desired name.
oAvailable characters
The memory names are automatically programmed into
the memory channels.
DMemory name indication
Turn the memory name indication ON and OFF as follows.
. Push [6 M.N] for 1 sec. to toggle the memory name indication
ON and OFF.
o Frequencies are displayed for the memory channels which do
not have memory names. You cannot display both.
oTo change the memory name, program a new memory name
again.
FM
DUP
T
[DIAL]
[BAND]
[MR]
[VFO]
[CALL/TV]
[8 SET]
Memory name ON
Memory name indication
Space
FM
DUP
T
FM
DUP
T
t
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
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_ Memory bank
The transceiver has 500 memory channels that can be assigned
to 18 banks for faster memory access, memory
arrangement, etc.
Each bank (A-H, J, L, N-R, T, U and Y) can be assigned up
to 100 memory channels.
Memory banks are used for arrangement of a memory
channel. When you edit the original memory channel contents,
the memory bank contents are updated automatically.
DSetting a memory bank
q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
w Set the desired memory channel with [DIAL].
e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to indicate a memory channel.
o Memory channel indicator blinks.
o Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the previously
selected VFO will be overwritten.
r Push [CALL/TV] several times to select "BANK."
oMemory bank screen appears.
o Previously programmed memory bank appears, if programmed.
t Push [BAND] to select a memory bank.
o Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [BAND] also selects the
memory bank.
o Select "-- -- -- --" to clear the memory bank information.
y Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired channel.
o Previously used memory bank channel cannot be selected.
u Push [VFO] to program the memory bank channel.
000 51.000 MHz
001 145.000 MHz
002 433.000 MHz
003 145.120 MHz
004 435.340 MHz
005 145.040 MHz
006 433.560 MHz
007 850.480 MHz
008 52.560 MHz
009 1.620 MHz
010 50.140 MHz
011 118.200 MHz
012 76.500 MHz
013 118.125 MHz
014 145.540 MHz
015 369.850 MHz
016 434.720 MHz
017 848.98750 MHz
018 852.720 MHz
019 75.795 MHz
020 127.700 MHz
021 146.300 MHz
499 119.870 MHz
A 00-99 144 MHz Repeater*
B 00-99 440 MHz Repeater*
C 00-99 VHF air frequencies
D 00-99
E 00-99
F 00-99
G 00-99
H 00-99
J 00-99
L 00-99
N 00-99
O 00-99
P 00-99
Q 00-99
R 00-99
T 00-99
U 00-99
Y 00-99
Mch contents Memory bank contents
A00
B00
A01
B01
C00
C01
A02
B02
C02
A03
C03
Memory bank
*Above sample is collected 144
MHz Repeater channels to bank A
and 440 MHz Repeater channels
to bank B.
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FM
FM
FM
FM
FM
q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
w Select Mch with [DIAL].
e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to
indicate Mch.
VFO mode
Memory channel indicator flashes.
Release [CALL/TV].
u Push [VFO].
Memory bank is programmed and
memory mode is selected.
Memory bank indication Memory channel indication
t Push [BAND] to select memory bank.
y Rotate [DIAL] to select memory bank channel.
r Push [CALL/TV].
Each push selects BANK, NAME,
SKIP, CLEAR and S.MW in sequence.
Memory bank and
channel.
FM
SKIP
P
Selected memory channel.
[DIAL]
[BAND]
[MR S.MW]
[CALL/TV]
. Push [BAND] to select the memory bank in sequence.
. Pushing [MR] toggles the memory channel indication
and memory bank indication.
t
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
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_ Memory clear
Unwanted memory channels can be cleared (erased). Before
clearing a memory channel make sure it is no longer needed
as cleared memories cannot be recalled. Scan edges (0A/0B)
cannot be cleared.
q Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to indicate a memory channel.
o Memory channel indicator blinks.
o Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the previously
selected VFO or memory channel will be overwritten.
w Select the memory channel to be cleared with [DIAL].
o Scan edges (0A/0B) cannot be cleared.
e Push [CALL/TV] several times to select "CLEAR."
r Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to clear the selected memory
channel.
o 3 beeps sound, then the frequency is cleared.
t Push [VFO] to return to the previous mode.
[DIAL]
[VFO]
[CALL/TV]
[MR S.MW]
AM
SKIP
P
VFO mode Memory mode
FM
DUP