3-1 Caution
NEVER incinerate used battery packs or battery cells. Internal
battery gas may cause an explosion.
NEVER immerse the battery pack or the battery case in
water. If the battery pack or case becomes wet, be sure to
wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver.
NEVER short terminals of the battery pack or battery case.
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.
D Recycling information (U.S.A. only)
The product that you have purchased contains a recharge-
able battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its life,
under various state and local laws, it may be ille-
gal to dispose of this battery into the municipal
waste stream. Call 1-800-822-8837 for battery
recycling options in your area or contact your
dealer.
3-2 Battery case
When using the optional BP-194
attached to the transceiver, in-
stall 8 AA (R6) size Alkaline or
Ni-Cd batteries as illustrated as
at right.
When installing Ni-Cd batteries:
• Make sure all cells are the same brand, type and capacity.
• Never mix old and new batteries.
Either of the above may cause a fire hazard or damage the
transceiver.
When installing dry or alkaline cells:
• Never connect DC power to the transceiver. Such a con-
nection always charges the installed batteries and will dam-
age the transceiver.
D LOW BATTERY INDICATION
- When appears, battery capacity is becoming low and
transmitting is impossible.
- When flashes, battery capacity is nearly exhausted.
3-3 Battery 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 it OFF
while charging.
• Recommended temperature range for charging: +10°C to
+40°C
(+50°F to +104°F)
• Use the Icom’s charger (BC-119/BC-121 for rapid charging, BC-
110, and BC-133 for regular charging) only. NEVER use another
manufacturers’ chargers.
• An optional cable OPC-254L
(for 13.8 V power source) or CP-
12L
(for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used in-stead of
the AC adapters of the supplied charger.
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With the BC-119 or BC-121
The optional BC-119 and BC-121 provide rapid charging of
optional Ni-Cd battery pack/s.
The following are additionally required:
• Only one AD-81 for the BC-119; six AD-81s for the BC-121.
• An AC adapter
(may be supplied with the BC-119 depending on
version; The optional AC adapter, BC-124, for the BC-121).
When using the BC-119 in the vehicle: If the charge in-
dicator flashes orange, the vehicle battery voltage is low
and charging may not be performed. Check the vehicle
battery voltage in this case. If the charge indicator flashes
red, there may be a problem with the battery pack
(or
charger). Re-insert the battery pack or contact your dealer.
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With the BC-133
The optional BC-133 provides regular
charging of optional Ni-Cd battery pack
with/without transceiver.
The following are additionally required:
• The optional AC adapter, BC-122.
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With the BC-110 or an optional cables
CAUTION: Only Ni-Cd batteries can be charged. NEVER
connect a wall charger when dry or Alkaline cells are in-
stalled in the BP-194
BATTERY CASE— the transceiver and/or
battery case may be damaged.
CAUTION: Even if the power source has enough capac-
ity, the [CHARGE] jack can be used for charging purposes
only. You can not operate the transceiver without an inter-
nal power source.
Connect the optional BC-110, CP-12L or OPC-254L to the
[CHARGE] jack on the transceiver as illustrated below. Be
careful of battery overcharging as the connected battery is
charged simultaneously..
• Approx. charging period: 15 hrs.
• DO NOT turn power ON while connecting the BC-110A/D/V.
Current capacity is insufficient.
• AVOID over charging. The charging period should be less
than 48 hours.
q ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connects the supplied antenna.
w VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]
Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level.
e [SP]/[MIC] JACK
Connect optional speaker-microphone, or headset.
r PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Transmits during push; receives during release.
t ACTIVITY LED
Lights red while transmitting.
y FUNCTION DISPLAY
Displays the preset user information.
u
CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y]/[Z]
Push either switch to change the operating channel.
i DEALER PROGRAMMABLE KEYS
[P0]/[P1]/[P2]/[P3]/[A]*/[B]*/[C]*/[D]*/[Ω]*/[–]
Can each be programmed for one of several functions by
your Icom dealer or system operator.
D Programmable key reference.
*10-keypad type only.
o KEYPAD
Used to enter DTMF codes, the operating channel, etc.
PANEL DESCRIPTION
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[ – ]
[Ω]*
[P0] [A]*
[P1] [B]*
[P2] [C]*
[P3] [D]*
2-1 Accessory attachment
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BATTERY PACK
Before attaching, or replacing the battery pack, the volume
control MUST be rotated fully counterclockwise, until a click is
heard, to turn the power OFF.
• TO ATTACH the battery pack to the transceiver, mate the
notched ends of the battery pack and the transceiver, and
push the battery pack until it clicks into place.
• TO REMOVE the battery pack from the transceiver, push
and hold the battery release downwards, then lift up the bat-
tery pack.
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BELT CLIP
Attach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below.
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ANTENNA
The antenna screws onto the trans-
ceiver as illustrated as at right.
2-2 Turning POWER ON
Rotate the volume control to the 12 o’clock position.
• A power-up alert tone sounds for about 2 sec. and an open-
ing message may appear.
(Depend on pre-setting.)
• Then the LCD shows user information.
(depending on pre-setting).
NOTE: If the power-up alert tone does not sound or a
channel number does not appear on the display, turn the
transceiver OFF, check the battery, then turn the trans-
ceiver back ON. If the power-up tone still does not sound
or a channel number does not appear, charge the battery
or replace it.
