ICOM orporated 372300 VHF Marine Transceiver User Manual IC M25 EURO 0 indd

ICOM Incorporated VHF Marine Transceiver IC M25 EURO 0 indd

User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUALiM25EUROiM25VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVERThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
iiFOREWORDThank you for purchasing this Icom radio. The IC-M25/IC-M25EURO VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this radio should provide you with years of trouble-free operation.IMPORTANTREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-pletely before using the transceiver.SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-M25/IC-M25EURO.EXPLICIT DEFINITIONSWORD DEFINITIONRDANGER! Personal death, serious injury or an explo-sion may occur.RWARNING! Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur.CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.NOTEIf disregarded, only inconvenience. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock.FEATURES Floats on water The transceiver floats in fresh or salt water even when the supplied acces-sories are attached. s)TMAYSINKWHENATHIRDPARTYSTRAPAN-tenna, and so on is attached. Floats and flashes An LED sends out intermittent light from a transparent section on the bottom of the radio, while floating in the water. As the LED light stands out in the dark, the radio can be easily retrieved from the water. This function works even when the radio is turned OFF. Floats and flashes and alert An alert sounds when the radio is dropped into the water so that you can noticed that you dropped the radio.For Canada:This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.Cet appareil est conforme au CNR-310 d’Industrie Canada. Son exploitation est autorisée sous réserve que l’appareil ne cause pas de brouillage préjudiciable.
iiIN CASE OF EMERGENCY RECOMMENDATIONIf your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16.MUSING CHANNEL 16DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.”2. “THIS IS ……………… ” (name of vessel)3. Your call sign or other indication of the ves-sel.4. “LOCATED AT …………… ” (your position)5. The nature of the distress and assistance required.6. Any other information which might facilitate the rescue.CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operat-ing. Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and control-lers may become unusable due to salt crystallization.NOTE: DO NOT submerge the transceiver in water if there is any reason to suspect the waterproof protection may not be effective. For example, in cases where the [SP/MIC] jack cap or [DC] connector cover seal is damaged, the transceiver/[DC] connector cover is cracked or broken, or the transceiver has been dropped, or when the antenna or DC connector cover is detached from the transceiver.
iiiRADIO OPERATOR WARNINGYour Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy dur-ing transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “General Population Use” in an uncontrolled environment.This radio has been evaluated for compliance at the distance of 2.5 cm (1 inch) with the FCC and IC RF exposure limits for “General Population Use.” 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: s&##/%4 "ULLETIN%DITION3UPPLEMENT#%VALUATING#OMPLI-ance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. s!MERICAN.ATIONAL3TANDARDS)NSTITUTE#)%%%3TANDARDfor Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. s!MERICAN.ATIONAL3TANDARDS)NSTITUTE#)%%%2ECOM-mended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electro-magnetic Fields– RF and Microwave.s4 HEFOLLOWINGACCESSORIESAREAUTHORIZEDFORUSEWITHTHISPRODUCT5SEOFaccessories other than those specified may result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC and IC REQUIREMENTSFORWIRELESS2&EXPOSURE"ELT#LIP-"2ECHARGEABLE,IION"ATTERY0ACK"0To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC and IC allowable limits for general popu-lation use, always adhere to the following guidelines: sDO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damaged the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC and IC 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. s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 and IC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “transmit indicator” appears on the LCD. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch. s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 43 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC and IC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the re-cipients 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 assure that this radio operates with the FCC and IC RF exposure limits of this radio.Electromagnetic Interference/CompatibilityDuring transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
ivAVERTISSEMENT POUR LES OPÉRATEURS RADIOVotre radio Icom produit une énergie électromagnétique de radiofréquences (RF), en mode de transmission. Elle est conçue pour une «utilisation grand public», dans un environnement non contrôlé. Cet appareil a été évalué et jugé conforme, à 2,5 cm, aux limites d'exposition aux RF de la FCC et d’IC, pour une «utilisation grand public». En outre, votre radio Icom satisfait les normes et directives qui suivent en matière de niveaux d'énergie et d'énergie électromagnétique de RF et d'évaluation de tels niveaux en ce qui concerne l'exposition humaine :s3UPPL£MENT # £DITION  DU "ULLETIN /%4  DE LA &## i%VALUATINGCompliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields».s.ORME DE L!MERICAN .ATIONAL 3TANDARDS )NSTITUTE !.3)  )%%% #SURLESNIVEAUXDES£CURIT£COMPATIBLESAVECLEXPOSITIONHUMAINEAUXchamps électromagnétiques de radiofréquences (3 kHz à 300 GHz).s.ORMEDEL!.3))%%%#SURLAM£THODED£VALUATIONRECOMMAN-dée du champ magnétique potentiellement dangereux des radiofréquences et des micro-ondes.s,ES ACCESSOIRES QUI SUIVENT SONT APPROUV£S POUR UNE UTILISATION AVEC CEproduit. L'utilisation d'accessoires autres que ceux précisés peut entraîner des niveaux d'exposition aux RF supérieures aux limites établies par la FCC ETD)#ENMATIÞREDgEXPOSITIONAUX2&SANSlLATTACHEPOURCEINTURE-"BLOCPILESRECHARGEABLEAULITHIUMION"0CAUTION Afin de vous assurer que votre exposition à une énergie électromagnétique de RF se situe dans les limites permises par la FCC et d’IC pour une utilisation grand public, veuillez en tout temps respecter les directives suivantes :sNE PAS faire fonctionner la radio sans qu'une antenne appropriée y soit fixée, car ceci risque d'endommager la radio et causer une exposition supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC et d’IC. L'antenne appropriée est celle qui est fournie avec cette radio par le fabricant ou une antenne spécialement autorisée par le fabricant pour être utilisée avec cette radio.s NE PAS émettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation de l'appareil («50% du facteur d'utilisation»). Émettre pendant plus de 50% du temps total d'utilisation peut causer une exposition aux RF supérieure aux limites établies par la FCC et d’IC. La radio est en train d’émettre lorsque le témoin du mode de transmission s'affiche sur l'écran ACL. La radio émettra si vous appuyez sur le bouton du microphone.s TOUJOURS tenir l'antenne éloignée d'au moins 2,5 cm de votre corps au moment d'émettre et utiliser uniquement l'attache pour ceinture Icom illustrée à la p. 43, lorsque vous attachez la radio à votre ceinture, ou à autre chose, de façon à vous assurer de ne pas provoquer une exposition aux RF supérieure aux limites fixées par la FCC et d’IC. Pour offrir à vos interlocuteurs la meilleure qualité de transmission possible, tenez l'antenne à au moins 5 cm de votre bouche et légèrement de côté.Les renseignements ci-dessus fournissent à l'utilisateur toute l'information nécessaire sur l'exposition aux RF et sur ce qu'il faut faire pour assurer que cette radio fonctionne en respectant les limites d'exposition aux RF établies par la FCC et d’IC.Interférence électromagnétique et compatibilitéEn mode de transmission, votre radio Icom produit de l'énergie de RF qui peut provoquer des interférences avec d'autres appareils ou systèmes. Pour éviter de telles interférences, mettez la radio hors tension dans les secteurs où une signalisation l’exige. NE PAS faire fonctionner l'émetteur dans des secteurs sensibles au rayonnement électromagnétique tels que les hôpitaux, les aéronefs et les sites de dynamitage.AVERTISSEMENTMISE EN GARDE
vRWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock.RWARNING! 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 transmit-ting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the trans-ceiver is vertical.CAUTION: NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source more than 5 V DC (1 A). Such a connection will ruin the transceiver.DO NOT use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +60°C (+140°F).KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of children.KEEP THETRANSCEIVERATLEASTMETERSFTAWAYfrom your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.BE CAREFUL! The transceiver meets IPX7* require-ments for waterproof protection. However, once the trans-ceiver has been dropped, waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the transceiver's case or the waterproof seal.* Only when the flexible antenna, [DC] cover and [SP/MIC] jack cap are securely attached.MAKE SURE the antenna is securely attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna is dry before attachment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver to water will result in serious damage to the transceiver.Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated(Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France,Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries.PRECAUTIONS
viFOREWORD .....................................................................................iIMPORTANT ...................................................................................... iEXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ................................................................... iFEATURES ........................................................................................iIN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............................................................. iiRECOMMENDATION ....................................................................... iiSAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............................................... iiiINFORMATION EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ ................................ ivPRECAUTIONS ................................................................................ v4 !",%/&#/.4 %.4 3 ................................................................... viFCC INFORMATION ...................................................................... vii1 OPERATING RULES ..................................................................12 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ...............2–3N Supplied accessories ...............................................................2N Attachments .............................................................................23 PANEL DESCRIPTION ...........................................................4–7N Front, top and side panels .......................................................4N Function display .......................................................................64 BASIC OPERATION .............................................................8–13N Channel selection ....................................................................N Adjusting the volume level .....................................................10N Adjusting the squelch level ....................................................10N Receiving and transmitting ....................................................11N Call channel programming .....................................................12N Volume Loud function ............................................................12N Volume Mute function ............................................................12N Lock function ..........................................................................13N Monitor function .....................................................................13N Automatic backlighting ...........................................................13N AquaQuake Water Draining function......................................135 SCAN OPERATION ............................................................14–15N Scan types .............................................................................14N Setting TAG channels ............................................................15N Starting a scan .......................................................................156 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH .......................................................16N Description .............................................................................16N Operation ...............................................................................167 SET MODE ..........................................................................17–20N Set mode programming .........................................................17N Set mode items ......................................................................18 BATTERY CHARGING .......................................................21–25N"ATTERYCAUTION .......................................................................21N Supplied battery charger .......................................................23N Optional battery charger ........................................................239 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................2610 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST .................................................2711 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ...........................................28N Specifications.........................................................................2N Options ..................................................................................24 !",%/&#/.4 %.4 3
viiFOR CLASS A UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORSThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-tion manual, may cause harmful interference to radio commu-nications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not ex-pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.FCC INFORMATION
D Prioritiess2EADALLRULESANDREGULATIONSPERTAININGTOCALLPRIORITIESand keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others.s9OUMUSTMONITOR#HANNELWHENYOUARENOTOPERATINGon another channel.s&ALSEORFRAUDULENTDISTRESSCALLSAREPROHIBITEDUNDERLAWD Privacys)NFORMATIONOVERHEARDBUTNOTINTENDEDFORYOUCANNOTlawfully be used in any way.s)NDECENTORPROFANELANGUAGEISPROHIBITEDD Radio licenses(1) SHIP STATION LICENSEYou may require a current radio station license before using the transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not licensed, but required to be.If required, contact your dealer or the appropriate govern-ment agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license application. This government-issued license states the call sign which is your craft’s identification for radio purposes.(2) OPERATOR’S LICENSEA Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio is not required for safety purposes.If required, the Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be posted or kept with the operator. If required, only a licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver.However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a trans-ceiver if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call and makes the necessary log entries.A current copy of the applicable government rules and regu-lations is only required to be on hand for vessels in which a radio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are not required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regula-tions.NOTE: Even though the IC-M25/IC-M25EURO is capable of operation on VHF marine channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, ANDACCORDINGTO&##REGULATIONSTHESESIM-plex channels cannot be lawfully used by the general population in USA waters.11OPERATING RULES12345678910111213141516
2SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ATTACHMENTS2N Supplied accessoriesN AttachmentsD AntennaConnect the supplied antenna to the antenna connector. CAUTION:sNEVER carry the transceiver by holding just the antenna.s4 RANSMITTINGWITHOUTANANTENNAcan damage the transceiver.D HandstrapPass the handstrap through the loop on the back side of the transceiver as shown.D Belt clipAttach the belt clip to, or detach the belt clip from the transceiver.Handstrap Belt clipAntennaCharger** Not supplied, depending on the version)To attach the belt clip To detach the belt clipBe careful! Don’t break your fingernail.qBelt clipwLift the tab up (q), and slide the belt clip in the directionof the arrow (w).
N ChargerIMPORTANT: Prior to use the transceiver for the first time, fully charge the battery for optimum life and opera-tion. To avoid damage to the battery, turn OFF the power while charging.D Chargingq Turn OFF the power.w Connect the charger as shown below.sThe battery icon scrolls while charging. e The charging is completed in approximately 3 hours, de-pending on the remaining capacity before charging.D Charging from other than supplied charger32SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS12345678910111213141516Charger[DC] connectorPower OFFrtUSB to Micro-B USB cable (purchase separatelly)*Some PCs may not supply the required voltage and current.External batteryAC power converterCigarret lighter socket with power converter*5 V, 1 A must be guaranteed.
4PANEL DESCRIPTION3ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 2) Connect the supplied antenna.SPEAKER/MIC JACK [SP/MIC] (p. 23) Connect the optional speaker microphone (HM-213) here.PTT SWITCH [PTT] Hold down to transmit: release to receive. (p. 11)POWER KEY [ ] Hold down to turn power ON or OFF.CHANNEL 16 KEY [16 9]±0USHTOSELECT#HANNELP± (OLDDOWNFORSECONDTOSELECTTHE#ALLCHANNELPFunction display SpeakerSCANVOL/SQL[16/9]PTTPWR SWICH[UP/DWN][SP/MIC] JACKAntenna connector[CH/WX]*[FAV][Hi/Lo]Microphone DC JACK4Close up firmly when no cable is conencted.4Make sure dust or other material does not adhere to the seal. Otherwise, waterproof protection may not be guaranteed.1) Rotate the cap counter clockwise. 2) Pull the cap up to detach it.N Nomenclature and main functions
VOLUME/SQUELCH/MONITOR KEY [VOL/SQL MONI] ± Push when you adjust the volume level. While the "VOL" icon blinking, push [UP]/[DWN] to adjust the vol-ume level. The Volume Mute function: ± While holding down this key, push [Z] to temporary maximize the volume level. Do the same operation again to turn OFF the function. The Volume Loud function: ± While holding down this key, push [Y] to temporary mute the audio output. Do the same operation again to turn OFF the function.SCAN/DUAL KEY [SCAN DUAL] ± Push to start or stop a normal or priority scan. (p. 15) ± Hold down for 1 second to enter the Dual/Tri-watch mode. (p. 16) ± Hold down this key and [Hi/Lo] for 1 second, to activate the AquaQuake function. (p. 13)CHARGING CONNECTOR Connect the supplied charger.UP/DOWN KEYS [Y] or [Z]±0USHTOSELECTANOPERATINGCHANNELPPFAVORITE/TAG KEY [FAV TAG]± Push to sequentially select the favorite (TAG) channels SKIPPINGUNTAGGEDCHANNELSP± Hold down for 1 second to set or clear the selected channel as the TAG channel. (p. 15) CHANNEL/WEATHER CHANNEL KEY [CH/WX U/I/C]± Push to switch between a regular channel and a WEATHERCHANNELP± Hold down for 1 second to select the channel group FROM53!)NTERNATIONALAND#ANADAPTRANSMIT POWER/LOCK KEY [Hi/Lo ]± Push to select the output power from high and low. (p. 11)± Hold down for 1 second to lock the key.53PANEL DESCRIPTION12345678910111213141516
63PANEL DESCRIPTIONN Function displayTRANSMIT ICON (p. 11) Appears while transmitting.BUSY ICON± Appears while receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. (p. 11)±"LINKSWHILETHE-ONITORFUNCTIONIS/.PTAG CHANNEL ICON (p. 15) Appears when a TAG channel is selected.CALL CHANNEL INDICATORP Appears when the Call channel is selected.BATTERY ICONS± Displays the remaining battery capacity.IndicationFull Middle Chargingrequired ExhaustedBattery status± Scrolls while charging.BUSY ICON ATISCHANNEL NUMBER READOUTBATTERY ICONSTRANSMIT ICONLOW POWER INDICATORTAG CHANNEL ICONCHANNEL GROUP INDICATORKEY LOCK ICONWX AlertreceivedWX channel is selectedCALL CHANNELINDICATIONBlinks while adjusting.“SQL”= Squelch level “VOL”= Volume levelVOLUME/SQUELCH LEVEL ICONDUPLEX INDICATORTRI-WATCH INDICATORDUALWATCH INDICATORSCAN INDICATOR
SCAN INDICATOR (p. 15)"LINKSDURINGASCANLOCK ICON (p. 13) Appears when the Lock function is turned ON.DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATORS (p. 16) “DW” appears during Dualwatch. “TW” appears during Tri-watch.DUPLEX INDICATOR Appears when a duplex channel is selected.SUB CHANNEL READOUT± Displays Channel 16 during a priority scan, Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 16)± Displays the Set mode item while in the Set mode. (p. 17)SQUELCH/ VOLUME LEVEL ICON± Displays the squelch/volume level.± “ SQL” blinks while adjusting the squelch level. (p. 10) ± “ VOL” blinks while adjusting the volume level. (p. 10)± The bars repeatedly appear in ascending order when the Volume Loud function is turned ON. (p. 12)± The bars blink while the Volume Mute function is turned ON. (p. 12)CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT Displays the selected operating channel number.CHANNEL GROUP ICON P Displays the selected channel group.WEATHER CHANNEL/WEATHER ALERT ICONS P± “WX” appears when the weather channel group is se-lected.± “” appears while the Weather Alert function is turned ON, and blinks when the alert tone is received.LOW POWER ICON (p. 11)± “ LOW” appears when the low TX power is selected.± “LOW” blinks when switching to the low power mode is forced because of a high temperature error or low volt-age.73PANEL DESCRIPTION12345678910111213141516
BASIC OPERATION4N Selecting channelChoose the appropriate channel groups for your operating area, and then select the channel.D Selecting channel group4 HETRANSCEIVERISPREPROGRAMMEDWITH53!)NTERNA-tional and 65 Canadian channels. ± Hold down [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 second to change the channel group. Repeat to advance to the next group.D Selecting regular channel±Push [Y] or [Z] to select a channel.shDUP” appears for duplex channels. sh!vAPPEARSWHENASIMPLEXCHANNELISSELECTED
D Channel 16Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It is used for establishing initial contact with a station, and for emergency communications. While in the standby mode, you must moni-tor Channel 16.q Push [16] momentarily to select Channel 16.w Push [CH/WX] to recall the channel, displayed before se-lecting Channel 16. D Channel 9 (Call channel)#HANNELISALEISUREUSE#ALLCHANNEL%ACHCHANNELGROUPhas a Call channel.q Hold down [9] (16) for 1 second to select the Call channel of the selected channel group.shCALL” and the Call channel number appear.w Push [CH/WX] to recall the channel displayed before select-ing Channel 16.D Weather channelsThe transceiver has 10 weather channels. These are used for monitoring broadcasts from NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration).The transceiver can automatically detect a weather alert tone on the selected weather channel while receiving an-OTHERCHANNELORDURINGASCANPq Push [CH/WX] once or twice to select the Weather chan-nel group.shWX” appears when a weather channel is selected.w Push [Y] or [Z] to select a weather channel.4"!3)#/0%2!4 )/.12345678910111213141516
104"!3)#/0%2!4 )/.N Receiving and transmittingCAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna can damage the transceiver.q Push [Y] or [Z] to select the channel.s7 HENASIGNALISRECEIVEDh ” appears.w Hold down [PTT], and then speak into the microphone.sh ” appears while transmitting.e Release [PTT] to receive.IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your trans-mitted signal, pause for a second after pushing [PTT], hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.For U.S.A version: To prevent prolonged transmission, a time-out timer cuts OFF after 5 minutes of continuous transmission.N Adjusting the volume levelYou can adjust the volume level while the “VOL” icon is blinking.q Push [VOL/SQL] once. s4 HEhVOL” icon starts blinking. s)FNOKEYOPERATIONISPERFORMEDFORSECONDSTHETRANSCEIVERreturns to the normal mode. w Push [Y] or [Z] to adjust the volume level.s4 HELEVELISDISPLAYEDONTHESCREENe Push [VOL/SQL] twice. s2ETURNSTOTHENORMALOPERATINGMODE4) Release to receive.1) Select a channel.2) Push to transmit.3) Speak into the microphone.
N Adjusting the squelch levelSquelch is a function that allows the audio to be heard only while receiving a signal that is stronger than a set level. You can adjust the squelch threshold level.A higher level blocks weak signals, so you receive only stronger signals. A lower level allows you to hear weak sig-nals including noise.Adjust the squelch level when you want to:sBLOCKWEAKSIGNALSINCLUDINGNOISE3ETTHELEVELHIGHERsHEARWEAKSIGNALSEVENINTHENOISE3ETTHELEVELLOWERYou can adjust the squelch level while the “SQL” icon is blinking.q Push [VOL/SQL] twice. s4 HEhSQL” icon starts blinking. s)FNOKEYOPERATIONISPERFORMEDFORSECONDSTHETRANSCEIVERreturns to the normal mode.w Push [Y] or [Z] to adjust the squelch level.s4 HELEVELISDISPLAYEDONTHESCREENe Push [VOL/SQL] once. s2ETURNSTOTHENORMALOPERATINGMODEN Monitor functionThe Monitor function momentary cancels the squelch func-tion. You can check for weak signals including noise.± Hold down [MONI] (VOL/SQL).sh ” blinks. s)FTHEREISAWEAKSIGNALYOUCANHEARTHESIGNALANDNOISE sRelease [MONI] (VOL/SQL) to return the normal squelch mode.NOTE: This function has options. See page ?? for more.N Toggling the transmit power If you receive no response to your call, your transmit signal might not be reached to your callee. Choose high power (5 W: default) for longer distance communications.On the other hand, transmitting at low power is enough to commu-nicate, according to the distance. Choose low power (1 W) for short range and battery conservation.±Push [Hi/Lo] to toggle the transmit power between low and high.shLOW” is displayed when low power is selected. When high power is selected, no icon is displayed. NOTE: s3OMECHANNELSARERESTRICTEDTOLOWPOWERsYou cannot transmit on Channel 70. 114"!3)#/0%2!4 )/.12345678910111213141516
124"!3)#/0%2!4 )/.N Volume Loud functionYou can temporary maximize the volume level with a simple operation.q While holding down [VOL/SQL], push [Y]. s4 HEVOLUMELEVELISSETTOTHEMAXIMUMLEVELs4 HEBARSOFTHEVOLUMELEVELICONREPEATEDLYAPPEARINASCEND-ing order.w Push [VOL/SQL] and [Y] again to turn OFF the function.N Volume Mute functionYou can temporary mute the audio output with a simple op-eration.q While holding down [VOL/SQL], push [Z]. s4 HEVOLUMELEVELISSETTOTHEMINIMUMLEVEL/&& s4 HEBARSOFTHEVOLUMELEVELICONBLINKw Push [VOL/SQL] and [Z] again to turn OFF the function.N Lock functionThis function electronically locks the keys to prevent acci-dental changing of the channel and function access.± Hold down [ ] (Hi/Lo) for 1 second to turn the function ON and OFF. NOTE: [PTT], [VOL/SQL], [MONI] (VOL/SQL), [ ] (Hi/Lo) and [Y] or [Z]* are not locked. * Only while the adjusting the volume or squelch, and volume loud and Volume Mute functions.N AquaQuake Water Draining functionWater in the speaker grill may muffle the sound coming from the speaker. The AquaQuake Water Draining function removes water from the speaker grill, by generating vibrating sound.± Hold down both [SCAN] and [Hi/Lo]. s!LOWVIBRATIONTONESOUNDSFORSECONDSTODRAINWATERRE-gardless of the volume level setting.s4 HETRANSCEIVERDOESNOTACCEPTANYKEYOPERATIONSWHILETHISfunction is activated.
134"!3)#/0%2!4 )/.12345678910111213141516N Setting TAG channelsYou can quickly recall often-used channels by tagging them as TAG channels. TAG channels can be independently assigned to each chan-nel group (USA, International and Canada).q Hold down [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 second to change the channel group, if needed. Repeat to go to the next group.w Select the desired channel you want to set as a TAG channel.e Hold down [*] (FAV) for 1 second. s4 HEDISPLAYEDCHANNELISSETASA4 !' CHANNELsh ” appears on the display.To select a TAG channel:± Push [FAV] (*) several times to select the desired TAG channel. s.ON4 !' channels are skipped.To clear a TAG channel:q Select the desired channel you wan to clear the tagging.w Hold down [*] (FAV) for 1 second.sh ” disappears.To clear all TAG channels:± While holding down [*] (FAV), turn ON the power. s!LL4 !' CHANNELSINTHESELECTEDCHANNELGROUPARECLEAREDN Setting the Call channelYou can recall the most often-used channel with a single op-eration, by setting the channel as a Call channel.A Call channel can be set in each channel group.q Hold down [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 second to change the channel group. Repeat to go to the next group.w Hold down [9] (16) for 1 second to recall the current Call channel in the selected group.shCALL” and the Call channel number appear.e Hold down [9] (16) again for 3 seconds (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to enter the Call channel set-ting mode.s4 HECHANNELNUMBERSTARTSBLINKINGr Push [Y] or [Z] to select the new Call channel.t Push [9] (16) to set.s4 HECHANNELNUMBERSTOPSBLINKING
14SCAN OPERATION5N Scan typesYou can efficiently locate signals over the channels by scan-ning. You can find the ongoing call by scanning the TAG channel.Before starting to scan:s/NLY4 !' CHANNELSARESCANNEDSOYOUMUSTSETTHECHAN-nels to be scanned, before scanning.s#HOOSETHEDESIREDSCANTYPEFROM0RIORITYAND.ORMALin the Set mode.PRIORITY SCANA priority scan sequentially searches through all TAG channels while monitoring Channel 16.When a signal is received on Channel 16, the scan pauses until the signal on Channel 16 disappears.When a signal is received on a channel other than Chan-nel 16, the scan switches to Dualwatch, until the signal disappears.NORMAL SCANA normal scan sequentially searches through all TAG channels. However, Channel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a TAG channel.WX*CH 01CH 16CH 02CH 05 CH 04CH 03Previously selected weather channel.(when the Weather Alert function is activated)*CH 01 CH 02WX*CH 05 CH 04CH 03Previously selected weather channel.(when the Weather Alert function is activated)*
N Start to scanq Hold down [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 second one or more times to select a desired channel group.s7 HENTHE7 EATHER!LERTFUNCTIONISINUSESELECTADESIREDweather channel using [CH/WX] and [Y] or [Z].w Push [SCAN] to start a scan.shSCAN” blinks while scanning. shvAPPEARSONTHESUBCHANNELREADOUTDURINGAPRIORITYSCANs7 HENASIGNALISRECEIVEDTHESCANPAUSESUNTILTHESIGNALdisappears, or resumes after pausing 5 seconds, depending on the Set mode setting. e To stop the scan, push [SCAN] again.shSCAN” disappears. s0USHING[PTT], [16], [CH/WX] or [FAV] also stops the scan.155SCAN OPERATION12345678910111213141516
16DUALWATCH AND TRI-WATCH6N DescriptionDualwatch/Tri-watch are convenient for monitoring Channel 16 when you are operating on another channel. Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving on another channel.Tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and Call channel while re-ceiving on another channel. N Operationq3ELECT$ UALWATCHOR4 RIWATCHINTHE3ETMODEPw Select the desired channel.e Hold down [DUAL] (SCAN) for 1 second to start Dual-watch or Tri-watch, depending on the Set mode setting.shDUAL” blinks during Dualwatch. “TRI” blinks during Tri-watch. s!BEEPTONESOUNDSWHENASIGNALISRECEIVEDON#HANNELs4 RIWATCHSWITCHESTO$ UALWATCHWHENRECEIVINGASIGNALONTHECall channel.r To cancel Dualwatch/Tri-watch, push [DUAL] (SCAN) again.s)FASIGNALISRECEIVEDON#HANNEL$ UALWATCH4 RIwatch pauses on Channel 16 until the signal disappears.s)FASIGNALISRECEIVEDONTHE#ALLCHANNELDURING4 RIwatch, Tri-watch becomes Dualwatch until the signal dis-appears.DualwatchDUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATIONTri-watchCallchannelCh 88Ch 16 Ch 88 Ch 16 Ch 88 Ch 9
N Set mode programmingThe Set mode is used to select an option for the transceiv-er's functions.D Set mode operationq Turn OFF the power.w While holding down [VOL/SQL], turn ON the power to enter the Set mode. s4 HESTARTINGITEMhB%%0vAPPEARSe While holding down [VOL/SQL], push [Y] or [Z] to select an item.r Push [Y] or [Z] to select an option of the item.t Push [16] to exit the Set mode, .177SET MODE12345678910111213141516
7SET MODEN Set mode itemsD Beep Tone function “bEEP”Turn the key touch beep sound ON or OFF.s/&&&ORSILENTOPERATIONs/. !BEEPSOUNDSWHENAKEYISPUSHEDD Weather Alert function “ALrt”A NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone be-fore any important weather announcements. When the func-tion is turned ON and the transceiver detects a weather alert tone, the “WX ” icon blinks and a beep sounds. The blinking stops when an operation is performed.The currently selected weather channel is checked while the Power Save function is activated, or during a scan.sh vAPPEARSWHENTHE7 EATHER!LERTFUNCTIONISTURNED/.P” appears when the function is set to ON.D Priority Scan function “Prio”The transceiver has 2 scan types— Normal (OFF) and Pri-ority (ON) scan. A normal scan searches all TAG channels in the selected channel group. A priority scan sequentially searches all TAG channels while monitoring Channel 16.D Scan resume timer “S_ti”Select the scan timer option. s/&&7 HENASIGNALISRECEIVEDTHESCANPAUSESONTHECHANNELuntil the signal disappears.s/. 7 HENASIGNALISRECEIVEDTHESCANPAUSESONTHECHANNELfor 5 seconds, and then resumes. () y
D Auto Scan function “Auto”The Auto Scan function automatically starts a normal or priority scan when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 30 seconds.D Dual/Tri-watch function “dt”Set the watch type to Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 16)D Monitor key action “SqLS”The monitor key momentary cancels the squelch function. Select a key action option.s0U053( 4 HE-ONITORFUNCTIONISACTIVATEDWHILEHOLDINGDOWN[MONI] (VOL/SQL). The squelch function is can-celed while holding down the key.s(O(/,$  4 HE-ONITORFUNCTIONISACTIVATEDBYHOLDINGDOWN[MONI] (VOL/SQL) for 1 second. The squelch func-tion is canceled until any key is pushed again.7SET MODE12345678910111213141516
207SET MODED Automatic backlighting “A_bL”This function is convenient for the operation in the night. The backlight can be selected from ON and OFF.s4 HEBACKLIGHTISAUTOMATICALLYACTIVATEDWHENANYKEYEXCEPT[PTT] is pushed.s4 HEBACKLIGHTISAUTOMATICALLYTURNED/&&AFTERSECONDSOFINAC-tivity.D LCD contrast setting “Lcdc”Set the LCD contrast level to High contrast or Low contrast. The LCD contrast level has little effect during indoor use.D Power Save function “P_SA”The Power Save function reduces current drain by periodi-cally turning OFF the receiver circuit. s/&& 4 HEFUNCTIONISTURNED/&&s/. When no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 5 seconds, the Power Save function is activated.D Float Alert function “FLAr”Alert periodically sounds while the radio is floating in the water so that you can noticed that you dropped the radio.s/&& 4 HEFUNCTIONIS/&&s/. Alert periodically sounds while the radio is floating in the water.D Automatic Water Draining function “AquA”This function automatically activates the AquaQuake Water Drain-ing function when the radio has been retrieved from the water.s/&& 4 HEFUNCTIONIS/&&s 4 HE!QUA1UAKE7 ATER$ RAININGFUNCTIONISAUTOMATICALLYactivated and A low vibration tone sounds for the specified time period (2, 5 or 10 seconds).
21CHARGING12345678910111213141516N Battery cautionD Charging cautionCAUTION: DO NOT charge the battery outside of the specified temperature range: ±0˚C to +45˚C (+32˚F to +113˚F). Icom recom-MENDSCHARGINGTHEBATTERYAT#&4 HEBATTERYMAYHEATup or rupture if charged out of the specified temperature range, and battery performance or battery life may be reduced.Charge the battery at least once every six months, even if it has been not used for a long period of time. The battery will have slowly self-discharged, even though it has not been used. If the battery pack is left for a long period without being charged, its life cycle will be shorter, or worse, it will never accept a charge again.When the battery life cycle is shorter, it is time to replace it with a new one. Contact your Icom's local service shop about replacing the inside battery pack.Misuse of Lithium-ion batteries may result in the follow-ing hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture.Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or deg-radation of battery performance.
22N HM-213 descriptionsA speaker microphone is light weight and fits in your palm and allows you to talk and listen more easier. The HM-213 speaker microphone is prepared for the IC-M25/M25EURO.PTT switchTransmits during push.Receives during release.MicrophoneSpeakerAlligator type clipTo attach the speaker-mic.to your shirt or collar, and so on.Turn the transceiver power OFF when connecting the HM-213.NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector GETSWETBESURETODRYIT"%&/2%ATTACHINGITTOTHETRANS-ceiver.NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the speaker-microphone, as shown above. To maximize the readability of your transmitted signal (voice), hold the mi-crophone approx. 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from your mouth, and speak in a normal voice level.N AttachmentTurn OFF the power. Then, insert the speaker-mic connector into the [SP MIC] connector and carefully screw it tight, as SHOWNBELOW"ECAREFULNOTTOCROSSTHREADTHECONNECTIONCAUTION: Attach the speaker-microphone’s connector securely to prevent accidental loss, or water intrusion in the connector.Detaching:Rotate the [SP MIC] cap counter-clockwise (1), then detach it (2).Attaching:Attach the [SP MIC] cap (1), then rotate it clockwise completely (2).1221 IMPORTANT: KEEP the transceiver’s [SP MIC] cap attached when the speaker-microphone is not in use. If the cover is not attached, water will get into the transceiver. Moreover, the terminals (pins) will become rusty, or the transceiver will function abnormally if the connector gets wet.OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE
2310TROUBLESHOOTING12345678910111213141516PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONThe transceiver does not turn ON.s4 HEBATTERYISEXHAUSTED s#HARGETHEBATTERYNo sound from speaker. s4 HESQUELCHLEVELISTOOHIGHs6 OLUMELEVELISTOOLOWs3PEAKERHASBEENEXPOSEDTOWATERs3ETTHEsquelch level to the threshold level.s!DJUSTTHEAUDIOLEVELTOASUITABLELEVELs2EMOVEWATERFROMTHESPEAKERGRILLTransmitting is impossible, or high power can not be se-lected.s3OMECHANNELSARELIMITEDTOLOWPOWERor only receive.s4 HEOUTPUTPOWERISSETTOLOWs4 HEBATTERYISEXHAUSTEDs#HANGETHECHANNELs0USH[Hi/Lo] to select high power.s2ECHARGETHEBATTERYPACKThe displayed channel cannot be changed.s4 HE,OCKFUNCTIONISACTIVATED s(OLDDOWN[] (Hi/Lo) for 1 second to turn OFF the function.Scan does not start sh4 !' vCHANNELSARENOTPROGRAMMED sSet desired channels as “TAG” channels.No beep sounds. s"EEP4 ONEFUNCTIONISTURNED/&& s4 URN/.THE"EEP4 ONEINTHESETMODE
24VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST11NOTE: Simplex channels, 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in U.S.A. waters.*1 Low power only. *2 UK Marina Channels: M1=37A (157.850 MHz), M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for U.K. version only. hannels(for U.K. version only)Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz)Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive156.050 156.050 156.600 156.600 157.100 157.100 156.225 156.225 156.775 156.775156.825 156.825156.875 156.875 157.325 161.925- - - - - - 156.650 156.650 157.150 157.150 156.275 156.275156.925 156.925 157.325 157.325156.150 156.150 156.700 156.700 157.200 161.800 156.325 156.325156.975 156.975 157.375 161.975- - - - - - 156.750 156.750 157.250 161.850 156.375 156.375157.025 157.025 157.375 157.375156.250 156.250 156.800 156.800 157.300 161.900 156.425 156.425157.075 157.075 157.425 162.025156.300 156.300 156.850 156.850 157.350 161.950 156.475 156.475157.125 157.125 157.425 157.425161.425 161.425156.350 156.350 156.900 156.900 157.400 162.000 RX Only 156.525157.175 157.175156.400 156.400 156.950 156.950 157.850 157.850 156.575 156.575157.225 161.825156.450 156.450 157.000 161.600 156.075 156.075 156.625 156.625157.225 157.225156.500 156.500 157.000 157.000 - - - - - - 156.675 156.675156.550 156.550 157.050 157.050 156.175 156.175 156.725 156.725157.275 161.875157.275 157.2751213*120A21A2019A18A17*11615*114CH22A23A- -63A61A37A*22827262524CH64A65A7374727170696867*166ACH75*176*18484A83A82A81A80A79A78A77*1CH8585AP4*288A8887A8786A86CH01A- -1011090807A0605A- -03ACH
2511VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST12345678910111213141516CH Frequency (MHz) CH Frequency (MHz) CH Frequency (MHz) CH Frequency (MHz) CH Frequency (MHz) CH Frequency (MHz)Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive01 156.050 160.650 11 156.550 156.550 21 157.050 161.650 61 156.075 160.675 71 156.575 156.575 81 157.075 161.67502 156.100 160.700 12 156.600 156.600 22 157.100 161.700 62 156.125 160.725 72 156.625 156.625 82 157.125 161.72503 156.150 160.750 13 156.650 156.650 23 157.150 161.750 63 156.175 160.775 73 156.675 156.675 83 157.175 161.77504 156.200 160.800 14 156.700 156.700 24 157.200 161.800 64 156.225 160.825 74 156.725 156.725 84 157.225 161.82505 156.250 160.850 15*1156.750 156.750 25 157.250 161.850 65 156.275 160.875 75*3156.775 156.775 85 157.275 161.87506 156.300 156.300 16 156.800 156.800 26 157.300 161.900 66 156.325 160.925 76*3156.825 156.825 86 157.325 161.92507 156.350 160.950 17*1156.850 156.850 27 157.350 161.950 67 156.375 156.375 77 156.875 156.875 87 157.375 157.375P4*2161.425 161.42588 157.425 157.42508 156.400 156.400 18 156.900 161.500 28 157.400 162.000 6869156.425 156.425 78 156.925 161.52509 156.450 156.450 19 156.950 161.550 37A*2157.850 157.850 156.475 156.475 79 156.975 161.57510 156.500 156.500 20 157.000 161.600 60 156.025 160.625 70 RX Only 156.525 80 157.025 161.625 *1*3Channels 15 and 17 may also be used for on-board communications provided theeffective radiated power does not exceed 1 W, and subject to the nationalregulations of the administration concerned when these channels are used in itsterritorial waters. The output power of channels 75 and 76 are limited to low power (1 W) only. The use of these channels should be restricted to navigation-relatedcommunications only and all precautions should be taken to avoid harmfulinterference to channel 16, e.g. by means geographical separation.UK Marina Channels: M1=37A (157.850 MHz), M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for U.K. version only. *2
26SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS11N SpecificationsD GENERALs&REQUENCYCOVERAGE   4RANSMIT n-(Z Receive 156.050–163.275 MHzs-ODE   &-+ ' %s0OWERSUPPLYVOLTAGE  6 $ #NOMINALNEGATIVEGROUNDs#URRENTDRAINAPPROXIMATELY 4 8 7 7  !! Maximum audio with Int. SP 0.30 A typical Maximum audio with Ext. SP 0.20 A typicals&REQUENCYSTABILITY   ÒPPMs/PERATINGTEMPERATURERANGE n#TO#n&TO&s$ IMENSIONS  7 ¾(¾$ MMPROJECTIONSNOTINCLUDED  7 ¾(¾$ INCH s7 EIGHT  !PPROXIMATELYGOZ (including battery pack, antenna and belt clip)D TRANSMITTERs/UTPUTPOWER  7APPROXIMATELY(IGHAND7 ,OWs-ODULATIONSYSTEM   6 ARIABLEREACTANCEFREQUENCYMODULATIONs-AXIMUMFREQUENCYDEVIATIONÒK(Zs!DJACENTCHANNELPOWER  D"s3PURIOUSEMISSIONS   nD"CTYPICALs2ESIDUALMODULATION   D"s!UDIOFREQUENCYRESPONSE D"TOnD"OFD"OCTFROMn(ZD RECEIVERs3ENSITIVITYD"3).!$  §6 TYPICALs3QUELCHSENSITIVITY   §6 TYPICALATTHRESHOLDs)NTERMODULATION D"TYPICALs3PURIOUSRESPONSE   D"TYPICALs!DJACENTCHANNELSELECTIVITY D"TYPICALs!UDIOOUTPUTIMPEDANCE  12 Ω (Internal speaker), 4 Ω (External speaker)s!UDIOOUTPUTPOWER   7 TYPICAL)NT30 (at 10% distortion) 0.30 W typical (Ext. SP)All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.N OptionsD CHARGERSs"# AC ADAPTER For charging. Charging time: Approximately 3 hoursD OTHER OPTIONSs&! 3# 6ANTENNA s-" BELT CLIPs( -SPEAKER-MICROPHONE Full sized waterproof speaker-microphone including alligator type clip to attach to your shirt or collar, etc.Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver. Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Icom transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details.
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