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 interference.
iF4TR
UHF TRUNKED RADIO
Count on us!
6-9-16 Kamihigashi, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0002 Japan
A-5632D-1US
Printed in Japan
© 1999 Icom Inc.
4
SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS
4-1 Specifications
• GENERAL
Frequency coverage (MHz) : 400–430, 450–490, 480–512
Mode : 16K0F3E (25 kHz)
11K0F3E (12.5 kHz)
Usable temperature range : –30˚C to +60˚C; –22°F to +140°F
Dimensions (proj not incl.) : 57(W)×140(H)×37 (D) mm
; 2
1
⁄4(W)×5
1
⁄2(H)×1
15
⁄32(D) in
Weight (with BP-196) : 390 g; 13.8 oz
• TRANSMITTER
Output power : 4 W
• RECEIVER
Sensitivity
(12 dB SINAD) : 0.3 µV
Intermodulation rejection ratio
: 75 dB typ.
Spurious response rejection : 70 dB typ.
Adjacent channel selectivity : 70 dB typ. (25 kHz)
65 dB typ. (12.5 kHz)
Audio output power : 500 mW (at 5% distortion with an 8 Ω
load)
4-2 Options
• HM-46/HM-54/HM-75A SPEAKER-MICROPHONES
Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient opera-
tion while hanging the transceiver from your belt clip.
• BC-119 DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-81 CHARGER ADAPTER
Used for rapid charging of battery packs. Charging time: 1.5 to 2
hours. An AC adapter is supplied with the chargers (depending on
version).
• BC-121 MULTI-CHARGER + AD-81 CHARGER ADAPTER
+ BC-124 AC ADAPTER
Rapidly charges of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-81’s are required)
at once. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hours.
• BC-133 DESKTOP CHARGER
Regularly charges battery pack with/without transceiver. The AC
adapter, BC-122, is additionally required. Charging time: approx. 15
hours
• BC-110A/D/V WALL CHARGER
Used for charging via a domestic AC wall socket.
•CP-12L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE
Used for charging via a vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket (12 V).
•OPC-254L DC POWER CABLE
Used for charging with an external power supply.
•BP-194 BATTERY CASE
Takes eight (8) AA (R6) size batteries. External DC-jack on the
transceiver can be used to charge the Ni-Cd battery cells.
•SP-13 EARPHONE
Provides clear audio in noisy environments.
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or
obligation.
IMPORTANT
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before
using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. This manual contains
important safety and operating instructions for the IC-F4TR.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
NEVER allow the antenna to come close to, or touch,
exposed body parts, especially the face or eyes while trans-
mitting.
NEVER disassemble the transceiver. incorrect reassemble
may result in a fire hazard or electric shock.
NEVER operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical
blasting caps or in an explosive area.
AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzene or alco-
hol when cleaning—use a water-dampened cloth only.
For U.S.A. only
CAUTION: changes or modifications to this transceiver, not
expressly approved by icom inc., could void your authority to
operate this transceiver under fcc regulations.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION
2 GETTING STARTED
2-1 Accessory attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2-2 Turning POWER ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
3 BATTERY PACKS AND BATTERY CASE
3-1 Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
3-2 Battery case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
3-3 Battery charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
4 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS
4-1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
4-2 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
q Battery pack (comes attached to the transceiver)
w Flexible antenna
e Belt clip
r 1922 A-REAR SHEET