INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER iE208
FOREWORD IMPORTANT Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-E208 VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely We want to take a couple of moments of your time to thank you for making your IC-E208 your radio of choice, and hope you agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.
PRECAUTION RWARNING 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). RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES q TABLE OF CONTENTS e w t r y u q DC power cable (3 m) ………………………………………1 w Mobile mounting bracket……………………………………1 e Microphone (HM-133)* ……………………………………1 r Fuse (20 A) …………………………………………………1 t Mounting screws, nuts and washers …………………1 set y Microphone hanger …………………………………………1 u Separation cable (3.5 m) …………………………………1 *HM-118N HAND MICROPHONE or HM-118TN plied versions are also available. iii DTMF MICROPHONE sup- FOREWORD ...........................................................
4 5 6 7 8 ■ One-touch PTT function ............................................................... 18 ■ Audio mute function ..................................................................... 18 REPEATER OPERATION ......................................................... 19–25 ■ General ........................................................................................ 19 ■ Accessing a repeater ................................................................... 20 ■ Subaudible tones ............
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ■ Installation D Installation methods • Single body installation • Remote installation Front panel Transceiver Main unit • The supplied mounting bracket (or optional MB-17A) can be used for the main unit installation. I • The supplied OPC-600R SEPARATION CABLE can be used for remote installation. • Optional OPC-601R SEPARATION CABLE (7 m) is available for extend installation.
D Location D Using the mounting bracket Select a location which can support the weight of the transceiver and does not interfere with driving. We recommend the locations shown in the diagram below. qDrill 4 holes where the mounting bracket is to be installed. NEVER place the transceiver or remote controller where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury. NEVER place the transceiver or remote controller where air bag deployment may be obstructed. • Approx. 5.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Microphone connection Connect the supplied microphone as illustrated below. wConnect a separation cable between the controller and main unit using the supplied screws as illustrated below. • Controller’s rear panel • Main unit D Separation cable connection Using the supplied separation cable (3.5 m) or the optional separation cable (7 m) the controller can be separated from the main unit, doubling as a remote controller. OPC-600R or OPC-601R q Detach the controller as below.
D Optional MB-58 installation The optional MB-58 REMOTE able for separate installation. CONTROLLER BRACKET is avail- q Drill 2 or 4 holes where the bracket is to be installed. • Approx. 4 mm when using nuts; approx. 1–2 mm when using self-tapping screws. rAttach the supplied Velcro pads (large) to the remote controller and bracket. tAttach the supplied Velcro pads (small) or rubber pad to the bracket as shown below; then attach the remote controller.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Battery connection D DC power supply connection ☞ RWARNING NEVER remove the fuse holders from the DC power cable. ☞ NEVER connect the transceiver directly to a 24 V battery. ☞ DO NOT use the cigarette lighter socket for power connections. (See p. 5 for details) Attach a rubber grommet when passing the DC power cable through a metal plate to prevent a short circuit. Use a 13.8 V DC power supply with at least 15 A capacity.
D Antenna installation • Antenna location To obtain maximum performance from the transceiver, select a high-quality antenna and mount it in a good location. A nonradial antenna should be used when using a magnetic mount. Roof-mount antenna (Drill a hole or use a magnetic mount.) Trunk-mount antenna • Antenna connector The antenna uses a PL-259 connector.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ■ Your first contact Now that you have your IC-E208 installed in your car or shack, 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. 2. Selecting the operating frequency band The IC-E208 has 2 m and 70 cm transmittable bands. [BAND] 1.
3. Tune the frequency The tuning dial will allow you to dial in the frequency you want to operate. Pages 12 and 13 will instruct you on how to set the tuning speed. [DIAL] Quick reference guide QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Rotate [DIAL] to tune the frequency. Using the HM-133 You can directly enter the frequency with the HM-133 keypad for the main band. [EXAMPLE]: Setting frequency to 145.3625 MHz.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ■ Repeater operation 1. Setting duplex Using the HM-133 Push [BAND] to select the frequency band. Push [LOW•DUP] for 1 sec. once or twice to select minus duplex or plus duplex. Plus or minus duplex selection and the repeater tone setting can be made easily via HM-133. Push [DUP– 7(TONE)] for minus duplex; [DUP+ 8(TSQLS)] for plus duplex selection, push [FUNC] then [DUP– 7(TONE)] to turn the repeater tone ON. Push [LOW•DUP] Push 2.
■ Programming memory channels The IC-E208 has a total of 512 memory channels (including 10 scan edges and 2 call channels) for storing often used operating frequency, repeater settings, etc. 1. Setting a frequency In VFO mode, set the desired operating frequency with repeater, tone and tuning steps, etc. ➥ Push [V/MHz•SCAN] to select VFO. ➥ Rotate [DIAL] to set the desired frequency. • Set other data, such as repeater tone, duplex information, tuning step), if desired.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel— controller q w !3 !2 e Function display (p. 3) !1 !0 o q SET•LOCK SWITCH [SET•LOCK] ➥ Enters set mode when pushed. (p. 55) ➥ Switches the lock function ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 14) i u y 1 t r POWER SWITCH [PWR] Turns power ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. t MICROPHONE CONNECTOR Connects the supplied or an optional microphone. w TUNING DIAL [DIAL] Selects the operating frequency (p. 12), memory channel (p.
PANEL DESCRIPTION y SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL] Varies the squelch level. (p. 15) • The RF attenuator activates and increases the attenuation when rotated clockwise to the center position and further. (p. 16) u MONITOR•DTMF SWITCH [MONI•DTMF] ➥ Push to switch the monitor function ON and OFF. (p. 15) ➥ Turns DTMF memory encoder ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 47) i OUTPUT POWER•DUPLEX SWITCH [LOW•DUP] ➥ Each push changes the output power selection. (p. 17) ➥ Push for 1 sec.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display q w e r t y u i o !6 !5 !4 q TRANSMIT INDICATOR ➥ Appears while transmitting. (p. 17) ➥ Blinks while transmitting with the one-touch PTT function. (p. 18) w DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 20) “DUP” appears when plus duplex, “DUP –” appears when minus duplex (repeater) operation is selected. 3 !3 !2 !1 !0 e TONE INDICATORS ➥ “T” appears while the subaudible tone encoder is in use. (p. 20) ➥ “T SQL” appears while the tone squelch function is in use. (p.
PANEL DESCRIPTION r NARROW MODE INDICATOR (p. 63) Appears when the FM/AM narrow mode is selected. t AM INDICATOR (p. 63) Appears when AM mode is selected. y SQUELCH ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 16) Appears when the squelch attenuator function is activated. • The attenuator can be switched OFF in initial set mode. (p. 62) u AUTO POWER-OFF INDICATOR (p. 61) Appears while the auto power OFF function is in use. i AUDIO MUTE INDICATOR (P. 18) Appears when the audio mute function is activated.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Rear Panel q w e r r ANTENNA CONNECTOR [ANT] Connects a 50 Ω antenna with a PL-259 connector and a 50 Ω coaxial cable. ANTENNA INFORMATION For radio communications, the antenna is of critical importance, to maximize your output power and receiver sensitivity. The transceiver accepts a 50 Ω antenna and less than 1:1.5 of Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR). High SWR values not only may damage the transceiver but also lead to TVI or BCI problems.
PANEL DESCRIPTION D DATA JACK PIN ASSIGNMENT q w e r t y 1 1 Front panel view q DATA IN Input terminal for data transmit. See p. 62 for details on how to toggle data speed between 1200 (AFSK) and 9600 bps (G3RUH, GMSK). w GND Common ground for DATA IN, DATA OUT and AF OUT. e PTT P PTT terminal for packet operation only. Connect ground to transmit data. r DATA OUT Data out terminal for 9600 bps operation only. t AF OUT Data out terminal for 1200 bps operation only.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Microphone (HM-133*) q w e r !1 !0 o i u y Mic element t r ACTIVITY INDICATOR ➥ Lights red while any key, except [FUNC] and [DTMF-S], is pushed, or while transmitting. ➥ Lights green while the one-touch PTT function is in use. t KEYPAD (pgs. 8, 9) y FUNCTION INDICATOR ➥ Lights orange while [FUNC] is activated—indicates the secondary function of switches can be accessed. ➥ Lights green when [DTMF-S] is activated—DTMF signals can be transmitted with the keypad.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 ■ Microphone keypad KEY FUNCTION 1 SECONDARY FUNCTION ( +key) OTHER FUNCTIONS Switches between opening and closing the In memory mode enters bank selecting (p. 35) squelch. (p. 15) condition. Starts and stops scanning. (p. 40) Starts and stops tone scanning. Starts and stops priority watch. (p. 46) Turns the one-touch PTT function ON and OFF. (p. 18) Selects high output power. (p. 17) Turns the DTCS squelch ON. Selects mid. output power.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION KEY FUNCTION SECONDARY FUNCTION ( +key) OTHER FUNCTIONS ➥ Cancels frequency entry. (p. 12) ➥ Selects a memory channel for program➥ Cancels the scan or priority watch. ming. (p. 27) (pgs. 40, 46) ➥ Advances the memory channel number ➥ Exit set mode. (p. 55) when continuously pushed after programming is completed. (p. 27) ➥ Enters set mode (p. 55) DTMF memory encoder function OFF. ➥ Advances the set mode selection order (p. 49) after entering set mode. (p.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 ■ Optional Microphones (HM-118N/TN) • HM-118N 1 q PTT SWITCH Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. w ON e q OFF w UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP]/[DN] ➥ Push either switch to change operating frequency, memory channel, set mode setting, etc. (pgs. 12, 25, 55) ➥ Push either switch for 1 sec. to start scanning. (p. 40) e UP/DN LOCK SWITCH Slide to toggle [UP]/[DN] switches function ON and OFF.
2 SETTING A FREQUENCY ■ Preparation D VFO and memory modes The transceiver has 2 basic operating modes: VFO mode and memory mode. Select VFO mode first to set an operating frequency. D Turning power ON/OFF [PWR] ➥ Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON and OFF. D Operating frequency band selection [V/MHz•SCAN] The IC-E208 has 2 m and 70 cm bands for transmission and reception.
SETTING A FREQUENCY 2 ■ Using the tuning dial ■ Using the keypad q Rotate [DIAL] to set the frequency. The frequency can be directly set via numeral keys on the microphone. • If VFO mode is not selected, push [V/MHz•SCAN] to select VFO mode. • The frequency changes in the selected tuning steps. (p. 13) 2 z Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode, if necesENT sary. C x Push [ENT C(T-OFF)] to activate the keypad for digit input. c Push 6 keys to input a frequency.
2 SETTING A FREQUENCY ■ Tuning step selection [ Tuning steps are the minimum frequency change increments when you rotate [DIAL] or push [Y]/[Z] on the microphone. Independent tuning step for each frequency bands can be set for individual tuning convenience. The following tuning steps are available. • 5 kHz • 20 kHz • 100 kHz • 10 kHz • 25 kHz • 200 kHz • 12.5 kHz • 30 kHz • 15 kHz • 50 kHz ☞NOTE: For convenience, select a tuning step that matches the frequency intervals of repeaters in your area.
SETTING A FREQUENCY 2 ■ Lock functions To prevent accidental frequency changes and unnecessary function access, use the lock function. The transceiver has 2 different lock functions. D Frequency lock This function locks [DIAL] and switches electronically and can be used together with the microphone lock function. [SET•LOCK] D Microphone keypad lock 2 This function locks the microphone keypad. 16KEY-L ➥ Push [FUNC] then [SQLZ D(16KEY-L)] to switch the microphone keypad lock function ON and OFF.
3 BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving ■ Monitor function q Set the audio level. ➥ Push [MONI•DTMF] to open the squelch. ➥ Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio level. ➥ Push [MONI•DTMF] to close the squelch. w Set the squelch level. ➥ Rotate [SQL] fully counterclockwise in advance, then rotate [SQL] clockwise until the noise just disappears. This function is used to listen to weak signals without disturbing the squelch setting. • When interference is received, rotate [SQL] clockwise again for attenuator operation.
BASIC OPERATION 3 ■ Squelch attenuator The transceiver has an RF attenuator related to the squelch level setting. Approx. 10 dB attenuation is obtained at maximum setting. The squelch attenuator allows you to set a minimum signal level needed to open the squelch. The attenuator function can be deactivated in initial set mode. D Squelch attenuator setting USING INITIAL SET MODE q Turn the transceiver power OFF. wWhile pushing [SET•LOCK], turn the power ON to enter initial set mode.
3 BASIC OPERATION ■ Transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. ☞ NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the channel before transmitting by pushing [MONI•DTMF] on the front panel or [MONI 1(BANK)] on the microphone. q Select the frequency band. (p. 11) w Set the operating frequency. (pgs. 11, 12) • Select output power if desired. See section at right for details. e Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. • “$” appears.
BASIC OPERATION 3 ■ One-touch PTT function ■ Audio mute function The PTT switch can be operated as a one-touch PTT switch (each push toggles between transmit/receive). Using this function you can transmit without pushing and holding the PTT switch. This function temporarily mutes the audio without disturbing the volume setting. To prevent accidental, continuous transmission with this function, the transceiver has a time-out timer. See p. 61 for details. • The audio mute indicator, “ ” appears.
4 REPEATER OPERATION ■ General Repeaters allow you to extend the operational range of your radio because a repeater has much higher output power than the typical transceiver. • Repeater operation flow chart Normally, a repeater has independent frequencies for each receiver and transmitter. A subaudible tone may also be required to access a repeater. Step 1: Set the desired band to operate the repeater.
REPEATER OPERATION 4 ■ Accessing a repeater q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). (pgs. 11, 12) w Push [LOW•DUP] for 1 sec. one or two times, to select minus duplex or plus duplex. • “DUP–” or “DUP” appears to indicate the transmit frequency for minus shift or plus shift, respectively. [LOW•DUP] “DUP–” or “DUP” appears e Push [TONE•T-SCAN] several times to turn ON the subaudible tone encoder, according to repeater requirements. • “T” appears • 88.
4 REPEATER OPERATION DUP– 7 DUP+ 8 z Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). (pgs. 11, 12) x Push [DUP– 7(TONE)] to select minus duplex; push [DUP+ 8(TSQLS)] to select plus duplex. Push Push c Push [FUNC] then [DUP– 7(TONE)] to turn ON the subaudible tone encoder according to repeater requirements. • Refer to p. 22 for the tone frequency setting. • When the repeater requires a different tone system, see p. 23. Push then , . v Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. b Release [PTT] to receive.
REPEATER OPERATION ■ Subaudible tones [ (Encoder function) SET B 4 z Set the frequency band, mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tones, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. • The subaudible tone frequency is independently programmed into each mode or channel. D Subaudible tones q Select the frequency band, mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tones, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. w Push [SET•LOCK] to enter set mode.
4 REPEATER OPERATION D DTMF tones D 1750 Hz tone ➥ Push [DTMF-S], then push the keys of the deDTMF-S sired DTMF digits. • The function indicator lights green. • 0–9, A–D, M(E) and #(F) are available. • When “d” is displayed in place of the 100 MHz digit, cancel the DTMF memory encoder in advance. (p. 49) • Push [DTMF-S] again to return the keypad to normal function control. The microphone has 1750 Hz tone capability, used for ring tone when calling, etc. z Push [FUNC].
REPEATER OPERATION ■ Offset frequency 4 [ When communicating through a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by an amount determined by the offset frequency. Independent offset frequencies can be set for each operating frequency. q Push [BAND] to select the desired frequency band. wSelect the desired mode/channel you wish to set the offset frequency, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. • The offset frequency can be independently programmed into each mode or channel.
5 MEMORY OPERATION ■ General description The transceiver has 512 memory channels including 10 scan edge memory channels (5 pairs), and 2 call channels. Each of these channels can be individually programmed with operating frequency (pgs. 11, 12), duplex direction (p. 21) and offset (p. 24), subaudible tone encoder or tone squelch and its tone frequency (pgs. 20, 22, 51, 52) and skip information* (p. 43). In addition, a total of 10 memory banks, A to J, are available for usage by group, etc.
MEMORY OPERATION 5 ■ Programming a memory channel VFO settings, including the set mode contents such as subaudible tone frequency or offset, can be programmed into a memory channel. qSet the desired frequency. ➥ Push [V/MHz•SCAN] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency using [DIAL]. ➥ Set other data (e.g. tone frequency, duplex information, etc.) if required. w Push [S.MW•MW]. • “!” indicator and the memory channel number blink. eRotate [DIAL] to select the memory channel to be programmed.
5 MEMORY OPERATION D Programming a memory channel via the microphone The microphone can also be used to program memMW ory channels. z Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency using the keypad. ➥ Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, subaudible tone encoder ON/OFF and its frequency) , if necessary. x Push [FUNC] then [CLR A(MW)] momentarily. c Push [Y] or [Z] to select the memory channel. • Direct numeral input cannot be used.
MEMORY OPERATION 5 ■ Copying memory contents This function copies a memory channel’s contents to VFO (or another memory/call channel). This is useful when searching for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the offset frequency, subaudible tone frequency etc. D Memory/call➪VFO q Select the desired memory or call channel.
5 MEMORY OPERATION D Memory/call➪memory/call q Select the memory/call channel to be transferred. ➥ Push [M/CALL•PRIO] several times to select memory mode or call channel, then rotate [DIAL] or push [BAND] to select the desired memory or call channel respectively. w Push [S.MW•MW] momentarily. MR/CALL MW [Y]/[Z] • “!” indicator and “-- -- --” indication blink, and shows VFO conditions. e Rotate [DIAL] to select the target memory channel. BAND • “C1” or “C2” blinks when the call channel is selected.
MEMORY OPERATION 5 ■ Memory clearing Contents of programmed memories can be cleared (blanked), if desired. r Push [S.MW•MW] momentarily, then push [S.MW•MW] again for 1 sec. ☞ This operation must be performed within 1.5 sec. • 3 beeps sound, then the frequency is cleared. • “!” indicator and the channel number blink continuously. • When clearing the call channel, the current VFO conditions are re-programmed into the call channel automatically. q Push [V/MHz•SCAN] to select VFO mode. w Push [S.
5 MEMORY OPERATION ■ Programming channel names q Push [S.MW•MW] momentarily. Each memory channel and the call channel can be programmed with an alphanumeric channel name for easy recognition and can be indicated independently by channel. Names can be a maximum of 6 characters— see the table below for available characters. (space) (1) (+) (2) (–) (3) (=) (4) (✱) (5) (/) (6) (() (7) ()) (8) (|) (9) • “!” and memory channel number blink.
MEMORY OPERATION 5 Channel names can also be programmed via the microphone. z Push [FUNC] then [CLR A(MW)] momentarily. • “!” and memory channel number blink. x Push [Y]/[Z] to select the memory/call channel to be assigned memory names. c Push [BAND]. n Repeat steps v and b until the desired channel names are displayed. m Push [FUNC] then [CLR A(MW)] for 1 sec. to program the name and exit the channel name programming condition. 5 • Frequency readouts disappear and a cursor blinks.
5 MEMORY OPERATION D To indicate the channel name [ The channel name indication can be set for independent memory channels. q Push [M/CALL•PRIO] to select the memory mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel to be indicated the channel names. e Push [SET•LOCK] to enter set mode. r Push [SET•LOCK] or [S.MW•MW] several times to select “ANM” item. t Rotate [DIAL] to turn the memory name indication ON. y Push [V/MHz•SCAN] to exit set mode.
MEMORY OPERATION 5 ■ Memory bank selection The IC-E208 has a total of 10 banks (A to J). Regular memory channels, 1 to 500, are assigned into the desired bank for easy memory management. q Push [M/CALL•PRIO] several times to select memory mode, if desired. w Push [BAND] to select memory bank condition. • Bank’s initial blinks BANK z Push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode, if desired. x Push [FUNC] then [MONI 1(BANK)] to select memory bank condition.
5 MEMORY OPERATION ■ Memory bank setting [ q Push [M/CALL•PRIO] several times to select memory mode, then select the desired memory channel via [DIAL]. w Push [SET•LOCK] to enter set mode. e Push [SET•LOCK] or [S.MW•MW] several times until “BAK” appears. [SET•LOCK] Bank’s initial blinks r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank to be set. t Push [V/MHz•SCAN] to exit set mode. 35 SET B z Push [MR/CALL] then select the desired memory channel via [Y]/[Z] or keypad.
MEMORY OPERATION 5 ■ Transferring bank contents [ Contents of programmed memory banks can be cleared or transferred to another bank. rRotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank initial to transfer or erase. INFORMATION: Even if the memory bank contents are cleared, the memory channel contents still remain programmed. t Push [V/MHz•PRIO] to set the bank and exit set mode. y Repeat steps q to r for transferring or erasing an another banks contents.
6 CALL CHANNEL OPERATION ■ Call channel selection ■ Call channel transferring Call channel is pre-programmed memory channel that can be accessed by simply pushing call channel button. q Push [M/CALL•PRIO] several times then push [BAND] to select the desired call channel. ➥ Push [M/CALL•PRIO] several times to select the call channel mode then push [BAND] to select the desired call channel. w Push [S.MW•MW] then rotate [DIAL] to select the memory channel to transfer the contents.
CALL CHANNEL OPERATION 6 ■ Programming a call channel Operating frequency, duplex information, subaudible tone information (tone encoder or tone squelch ON/OFF and its frequency) can be programmed into the call channel. q Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [V/MHz•SCAN] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency using [DIAL]. ➥ Set other data as desired. w Push [S.MW•MW] momentarily. e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired call channel. MR/CALL MW [Y]/[Z] z Set the desired frequency in VFO mode.
7 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan types Scanning searches for signals automatically and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. BAND SCAN (p. 40) Band edge Band edge Scan Repeatedly scans all frequencies over the entire band. Used as the simplest scan without any preliminary settings necessary. There are 3 scan types and 4 resume conditions to suit your operating needs. PROGRAMMED SCAN (p.
SCAN OPERATION 7 ■ Scan start/stop D Preparation Scan resume condition (p. 44); program the scan edges (pgs. 41, 42); program 2 or more memory channels (pgs. 26, 27); set skip settings (p. 43), if desired. D Operation q Select VFO mode for full/programmed scan with [V/MHz•SCAN]; or memory mode for memory scan with [M/CALL•PRIO]. • Select the desired bank for bank scan. w Set the squelch to the point where noise is just muted. e Push [V/MHz•SCAN] for 1 sec. to start the scan.
7 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan edges programming Scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edges, 1A/1B to 5A/5B, in memory channels. r Push [S.MW•MW] for 1 sec. to program. q Set the edge frequency of the desired frequency range in VFO mode: ➥ Set the frequency using [DIAL]. ➥ Set other data (e.g. repeater settings, etc.) if desired. w Push [S.MW•MW].
SCAN OPERATION 7 D Programming scan edges via microphone MW z Set the desired frequency in VFO mode. ➥ Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode. ➥ Set the frequency via the keypad or [Y]/[Z]. x Push [FUNC] then [CLR A(MW)] momentarily. c Push [Y] or [Z] to select scan edge channels, 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A or 5A. v Push [FUNC], then push [CLR A(MW)] for 1 sec. to program. b To program a frequency for the other scan edge channels, repeat steps z to v. • 3 beeps sound and VFO is automatically selected.
7 SCAN OPERATION ■ Skip channel setting [ The memory skip function speeds up scanning by checking only those memory channels not set as skip channels. Set skip channels as follows. The display shows that memory channel 1 is set as a skip channel. SET B z Select a memory channel. ➥ Select memory mode by pushing [MR/CALL]. ➥ Push [Y] or [Z] to select the desired channel to be a skip channel. • Direct memory channel selection is also available. x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode.
SCAN OPERATION 7 ■ Scan resume condition [ The scan resume condition can be selected as timer or pause scan. The selected resume condition is also used for priority watch. (p. 46) The display shows that the scan will resume 15 sec. after it stops. z Push [BAND] to select the desired band. SET x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode. B c Push [SET B(D-OFF)] or [ENT C(T-OFF)] several times until “SCT” or “SCP” appears as shown at left. v Push [Y] or [Z] to select the scan resume condition.
8 PRIORITY WATCH ■ Priority watch types Priority watch checks for signals on a VFO frequency every 5 sec. while operating in memory mode. The transceiver has 3 priority watch types to suit your needs. You can also transmit on the VFO frequency while the priority watch operates. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition. See previous page for details.
PRIORITY WATCH 8 ■ Priority watch operation q Select VFO mode; then, set an operating frequency. w Set the watching channel(s). For memory channel watch: Select the desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: Select memory mode; then, push [V/MHz•SCAN] for 1 sec. to start memory scan. For call channel watch: Select the desired call channel by pushing [M/CALL•PRIO] once or twice, then push [BAND]. e Push [M/CALL•PRIO] for 1 sec. to start the watch.
9 DTMF MEMORY ENCODER ■ Programming a DTMF code r Push [SET•LOCK]. DTMF tones are used for autopatching, controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 16 DTMF memory channels (D0–DF) for storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 24 digits. t Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired code. y Push [SET•LOCK] to select the next digit. q Push [MONI•DTMF] for 1 sec. to turn the DTMF encoder ON. u Repeat the steps t and y to set the desired DTMF tone sequence. • The first digit blinks. • Pushing [S.
DTMF MEMORY ENCODER 9 D Programming a DTMF code— via microphone DTMF z Push [FUNC] then [LOW 6(DTMF)] to turn the DTMF encoder ON. • “d” appears in place of 100 MHz digit. b Push [VFO/LOCK] to exit the programming condition. • The [CLR A(MW)] key cannot be used to exit. If pushed, code “A” is input. Reprogram in such a case. x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter the DTMF memory programming condition. c Push [Y] or [Z] to select the desired DTMF memory channel. v Push the desired digit keys.
9 DTMF MEMORY ENCODER ■ Transmitting a DTMF code D Automatic transmission (DTMF memory) qPush [MONI•DTMF] for 1 sec. to turn the DTMF memory encoder ON. • “d” appears in place of 100 MHz digit. wPush [SET•LOCK] to enter DTMF memory programming condition. eRotate [DIAL] to select the desired DTMF memory channel. r Push [PTT] to transmit the selected DTMF memory content. tPush [MONI•DTMF] for 1 sec. to cancel the DTMF encoder.
DTMF MEMORY ENCODER D Manual transmission z Deactivate the DTMF memory encoder by DTMF-S pushing [FUNC] then [SET B(D-OFF)]. x Push [DTMF-S] to turn the DTMF direct selection ON. ■ DTMF speed • The function indicator (microphone) lights green. v Push [DTMF-S] again to deactivate the DTMF direct selection. INITIAL SET MODE The rate at which DTMF memories send individual DTMF characters can be set to accommodate operating needs. The display shows the fastest DTMF speed is selected.
10 POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH ■ Pocket beep operation This function uses subaudible tones for calling and can be used as a “common pager” to inform you that someone has called while you were away from the transceiver. u Push [TONE•T-SCAN] several times until “T SQLS” or “SDTCS” are displayed to turn ON the pocket beep with tone squelch or DTCS squelch, respectively. D Waiting for a call from a specific station q Set the operating frequency. w Push [SET•LOCK] to enter set mode. e Push [SET•LOCK] or [S.
POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH z Set the operating frequency. TSQLS x Program the CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS DTCSS code in set mode. ➥ Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode. ➥ Push [SET B(D-OFF)] or [ENT C(T-OFF)] several times until “CT” for tone squelch or “DT” for DTCS squelch appears. • “T SQL” blinks when tone squelch (“CT”), or “DTCS” blinks when DTCS squelch (“DT”) is selected. ➥ Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired tone frequency or DTCS code.
10 POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH ■ Tone/DTCS squelch operation The tone or DTCS squelch opens only when receiving a signal with the same pre-programmed subaudible tone or DTCS code, respectively. q Set the operating frequency. w Program the CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS code in set mode. • See p. 51 for programming details. e Push [TONE•T-SCAN] several times until “T SQL” or “DTCS” appears in the function display.
POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH 10 ■ Tone scan By monitoring a signal that is being operated with pocket beep, tone or DTCS squelch function, you can determine the tone frequency or DTCS code necessary to open a squelch. q Set the desired operating frequency or memory channel to be checked for a tone frequency or code. w Push [TONE•T-SCAN] several times to select the tone type, tone squelch or DTCS, to be scanned. • Either “T SQL” or “DTCS” appears e Push [TONE•T-SCAN] for 1 sec. to start the tone scan.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Set mode • Set mode operation q Push [SET•LOCK] to enter the set mode. w Push [SET•LOCK] or [S.MW•MW] to select the desired item. e Rotate [DIAL] to select the condition or value. r Push [MONI•DTMF] to exit set mode. z Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode. SET x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] or [ENT C(T-OFF)] to select B the desired item. c Push [Y] or [Z] to select the condition or value. v Push [CLR A(MW)] to exit set mode.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 11 D Display dimmer D Repeater tone Adjust to suit lighting conditions. The levels 1 (dark) to 8 (bright: default) are available. Sets subaudible tone frequency (encoder only) for repeater operation. Total of 50 tone frequencies (67.0–254.1 Hz) are available. (default: 88.5 Hz) D Display color The display color can be set to amber (default), yellow or green. • Yellow setting D Tone squelch tone Sets subaudible tone frequency (both encoder and decoder) for tone squelch operation.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS D DTCS code D Offset frequency Sets DTCS code (both encoder and decoder) for DTCS squelch operation. Total of 104 codes are available. (default: 023) Sets the duplex offset frequency within 0 to 20 MHz range. During duplex (repeater) operation, transmit frequency shifts the set frequency. (default value may differ depending on operating frequency band and versions) D DTCS polarity Sets DTCS polarities for transmission and reception from “NN,” “NR,” “RN” and “RR.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 11 D Scan resume timer D Memory name setting Selects scan resume timer from SCT-15 (default), SCT-10, SCT-5 and SCP-2. • SCT-15/10/5 : Scan pauses for 15/10/5 sec., then resumes. • SCP-2 : Pause on a signal until signal disappears, then resumes 2 sec. after the signal disappears. Sets memory name setting from ON (appear) and OFF (not appear; default) for memory name appearance. This item appears when set mode is accessed from memory mode only.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS D Program scan skip setting D Memory bank link function Sets the program scan skip setting from ON and OFF for VFO scan operation, such as programmed scan. This item appears when set mode is accessed from VFO mode only. Sets the memory bank link function ON and OFF (default). The link function provides continuous banks scan, that scans all contents in the selected banks during bank scan. This item appears when set mode is accessed from memory mode only.
OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Initial set mode AT POWER ON The initial set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this way, you can “customize” transceiver operations to suit your preference and operating style. • Initial set mode items • Key-touch beep 11 • Time-out timer D Entering initial set mode q While pushing [SET•LOCK], push [PWR] for 1 sec. to enter initial set mode. w Push [SET•LOCK] or [S.MW•MW] to select the desired item.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS D Key-touch beep D Auto power OFF The key-touch beep can be turned OFF for silent operation. The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a specified period with a beep when no key operations are performed. D Time-out timer To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the transceiver has a time-out timer. This function cuts a transmission OFF after 1–30 min. of continuous transmission. This timer can be cancelled. • TOT-OF : The time-out timer is turned OFF.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 11 D Data transmission speed D Squelch attenuator Selects the data transmission speed for packet operation from 1200 bps and 9600 bps. Turns the squelch attenuator function ON and OFF. • ON : The squelch attenuator activates when [SQL] control is set between 12 o’clock and fully clockwise position. • OF : The squelch attenuator does not function.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS D Narrow TX function Select the narrow TX function ON and OFF. • ON : Enables the FM-narrow mode transmission. The deviation (modulation level) becomes half from the regular FM transmission can be performed. • OFF : Inhibits the FM-narrow mode transmission. The regular FM deviation transmission is performed (“NAR” indication disappears) even when FMnarrow is selected. ■ AM/FM narrow mode The IC-E208 has AM mode reception and FM narrow mode is available.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 11 ■ Microphone keys The supplied HM-133’s (optional for some versions) [F-1] and [F-2] keys memorize the transceiver conditions. The [UP]/[DN] keys of the standard or an optional microphone (other than the HM-133) can be assigned functions like the function keys on the transceiver’s front panel. D [UP]/[DN] keys on a microphones (other than HM-133) AT D [F-1]/[F-2] keys on HM-133 The following conditions can be memorized into [F-1] and [F2] keys, independently.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Partial reset AT POWER ON ■ All reset AT POWER ON If you want to initialize the operating conditions (VFO frequency, VFO settings, set mode contents) without clearing the memory contents. The function display may occasionally display erroneous information (e.g. when first applying power). This may be caused externally by static electricity or by other factors. ➥ While pushing [V/MHz•SCAN] and [SET•LOCK], push [PWR] for 1 sec. to partially reset.
OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Data cloning AT 11 POWER ON Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the programmed contents from one transceiver to another; or, data from a personal computer to a transceiver using the optional CS-208 CLONING SOFTWARE. w While pushing [M/CALL•PRIO], turn power ON to enter cloning mode (master transceiver only— power on only for sub-transceiver). • “CLONE” appears and the transceivers enter the clone standby condition.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS D Cloning using a personal computer Data can be cloned to and from a personal computer (Microsoft® Windows® 98/2000/Me/XP) using the optional CS-208 CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional cloning cable OPC-478U (USB type) or OPC-478 (RS-232C type). Consult the CS-208 CLONING SOFTWARE HELP file for details. D Cloning error ☞ NOTE: DO NOT push any key on the sub-transceiver during cloning. This will cause a cloning error.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 11 D 1200 bps packet operation q Connect the transceiver and a TNC as illustrated below. TNC side q DATA IN w GND TX AUDIO GND e PTT P y P SQL t AF OUT • Read the instructions supplied with your TNC carefully before attempting packet operation with the transceiver. • Pin t AF OUT is for 1200 bps operation only. This pin cannot be used for 9600 bps operation. • Over modulation may degrade signal quality. If you find that many transmissions are failing, re-adjust the modulation level.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS D 9600 bps high speed packet operation The transceiver supports 2 modes of 9600 bps packet operation: G3RUH and GMSK. q Connect the transceiver and a TNC as illustrated below. TNC side q DATA IN w GND e PTT P TX AUDIO GND r DATA OUT y P SQL RX AUDIO PTT SQL w G3RUH mode can handle 16 kinds of modulated wave forms in order to maintain a communication link. e Set transmit delay on the TNC. r Adjust the TNC frequency deviation if necessary (see page at right).
MAINTENANCE ■ Troubleshooting PROBLEM Does not turn on. 12 If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. POSSIBLE CAUSE • Power connector has a poor contact. • Polarity of the power connection is reversed. • Blown fuse. No sound comes from the • Volume is too low. • The audio mute function is activated. speaker. • Squelch is set too high. • A selective call or squelch function is activated such as pocket beep or tone squelch.
12 MAINTENANCE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Some memory channels • The memory channel number has not yet been • Select the channel via the microphone keypad to cannot be selected via the programmed. check whether the channel has been programmed tuning dial. or not. Scan does not operate. — • The squelch is open. • Set the squelch to the threshold point. p. 15 • Only 1 memory channel is programmed or other • Program other memory channels or cancel the pgs. 26, channels are set as skip channels.
SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS 13 ■ Specifications D GENERAL • Frequency coverage Europe Italy D TRANSMITTER : Rx Tx Rx Tx Europe-1 Tx/Rx 118.000–173.995 MHz*1, 230.000–549.995 MHz*2, 810.000–999.990 MHz 144–146 MHz, 430–440 MHz 118.000–173.995 MHz*1, 230.000–549.995 MHz*2, 810.000–999.990 MHz 144–146 MHz, 430–434 MHz, 435–438 MHz 144–146 MHz, 430–440 MHz *1Guaranteed: 144–146 MHz range only.
13 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ■ Options HM-133 REMOTE-CONTROL MICROPHONE SP-7/SP-10 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS Wired remote control microphone with key backlight. Same as that supplied with the transceiver. SP-7: For base station use. Cable length: 1.0 m SP-10: For all-round mobile operation. Cable length: 1.5 m HM-118TN DTMF MICROPHONE OPC-347/OPC-1132 DC POWER CABLES HM-118N HAND MICROPHONE OPC-347: 7.0 m OPC-1132: 3.0 m Same as that supplied with the transceiver.
CE 14 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Icom Inc. Japan 1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku Osaka 547-0003, Japan Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Suite measurements have been performed. Kind of equipment: VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER Type-designation: iE208 Version (where applicable): Düsseldorf 15 Apr.
15 MODE ARRANGEMENT INITIAL SET MODE VFO mode (p. 11) MEMORY MODE (p. 25) Key-touch beep (p. 61) Time-out timer (p. 61) DTMF speed (p. 63) Narrow transmission (p. 63) CALL CHANNEL (p. 37) SET MODE CLONE MODE See p. 66 for details. 75 DTMF MEMORY See p. 47 for details. Display color (p. 56) Bank link function‡ (p. 59) Program skip† (p. 59) When the DTMF memory encoder is activated. BANK CHANNEL See p. 34 for details. Display dimmer (p.
MODE ARRANGEMENT Auto power off (p. 61) Cooling fan (p. 61) : Push (front panel); or (microphone) : Push (front panel); or (microphone) Active band (p. 62) Mic lock function (p. 56) Squelch attenuator (p. 62) Repeater tone frequency (p. 56) (front panel); or (microphone) : Push (front panel); or (microphone) Data speed (p. 62) *Available in the USA version only. Microphone sensitivity (p. 62) Tone squelch frequency (p. 56) : Push Squelch delay (p. 62) DTCS code (p.
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