INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER iE7 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CELLULAR RADIO TELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.
FOREWORD IMPORTANT Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-E7 VHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s superior 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-E7 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. 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) NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids. The transceiver may be damaged.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES q w e r t q Battery pack (BP-243) ………………………………………1 w Battery charger (BC-164) …………………………………1 e Antenna ………………………………………………………1 r Handstrap ……………………………………………………1 t AC adapter* (BC-145LE/LUK) ……………………………1 (The shape of the BC-145LE and BC-145LUK are different.) *Depending on versions. Not supplied with some versions. iii TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ............................................................................................. i IMPORTANT ...............................
6 7 8 ■ Transmitting.................................................................................... 16 ■ Transmit power selection ............................................................... 16 ■ Dial select step ............................................................................... 17 ■ Lock function .................................................................................. 18 ■ [DIAL] function assignment ............................................................
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ■ Preparation D Battery installation D Antenna qRemove the battery cover from the transceiver. wInstall the BP-243 (Li-Ion battery pack). Insert the supplied antenna into the antenna connector and screw down the antenna as shown at right. • Be sure to observe the correct polarity. eReplace the battery cover to the transceiver. NEVER hold the antenna when carrying the transceiver. w q Facing up this side e Order r t Keep the battery contacts clean.
D Charging description D Charging the battery Transceiver to [12~16V DC INPUT] jack • Takes approximately 3 hours for fully charge with the supplied BP-243 battery pack. • Charging indicator of BC-164 lights or blinks as follows. SCAN S.MW SET Charging indicator to AC outlet AC adapter to cigarette lighter socket BC-164 qPlug the AC adapter into an AC outlet; or the optional CP21LR into a cigarette lighter socket. wInsert the adapter plug into [12~16V DC INPUT] of the BC164 BATTERY CHARGER.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ■ Your first contact Now that you have your IC-E7 ready, you are probably excited to get on the air. We would like to take you through a few basic steps to make your first experience “On The Air” enjoyable. 2. Adjusting audio level Y]/[Z Z] to set the desired audio level. ➥ Push [Y D About default settings The [DIAL] control function can be exchanged with the Y]/[Z Z] key functions by pushing and holding [FUNC] then [Y Y] or [Z Z].
4. Tune the desired frequency 5. Operating mode selection The tuning dial will allow you to dial in the frequency you want to use. Pages 11 and 17 will instruct you on how to set the tuning step size. ➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) several times to select the desired operating mode. qPush [BAND] (TS•LOCK) several times to select the desired frequency band. [DIAL] • While pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotating [DIAL] also selects frequency band.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ■ Repeater operation 1. Setting duplex 2. Repeater tone qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. [DIAL] w Rotate [DIAL] to select “DUP.” wRotate [DIAL] “T/TSQL.” [FUNC] eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select minus duplex or plus duplex. qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. S.
■ Memory programming 3. Writing a memory channel The IC-E7 has a total of 1250 memory channels (including 200 auto write channels and 50 scan edges) for storing often used operating frequency, mode, etc. Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. until 3 beeps sound. 1. Setting frequency • Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing to push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) after programming. In VFO mode, set the desired receive frequency mode. • When “ ” indicator is displayed, push [V/M] (SKIP•S.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ■ Programmed scan operation 50 channels of memories in 25 pairs are used to specify scanning ranges for programmed scan operation. The programmed scan scans between “xxA” and “xxb” (xx=00 to 24) channels. Therefore, before operating the programmed scan, different frequencies must be programmed into the “A” and “b” channels. D Programming scan edges A start and stop frequency must be programmed into a pair of "xxA" or "xxb" channels. 1.
D Starting scan 1. Select VFO mode. 3. Starting scan Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select the VFO mode for full, band and programmed scan operation. • Select memory mode by pushing [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) again for memory or bank scan. 2. Selecting a scanning type Push and hold [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) for 1 sec., then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scanning type. • Available scan types when VFO mode is selected; “ALL” for full scan; “BAND” for the selected band; one of “PROGxx” (xx=0 to 24) for programmed scan.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front, top and side panels q ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. I) Connects to the supplied antenna. q !2 • An optional AD-92SMA adapter (p. 77) is available for connecting an antenna with a BNC connector. w !1 w EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACK [MIC/SP] Connects an optional speaker-microphone or headset via an optional †OPC-782 PLUG ADAPTOR CABLE, if desired. The internal microphone and speaker will not function when the †OPC-782 is connected. (See p. 77 for a list of available options.
PANEL DESCRIPTION y CALL•MODE•SCAN KEY [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) ➥ Push momentarily to select the call channel. (p. 12) ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to enter the scan type selection condition, push again to start a scan. (p. 35) ➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push momentarily to select the operating mode. (p. 14) ➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold for 1 sec. to start a tone scan. (p. 48) uVFO/MEMORY•MEMORY WRITE KEY [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) ➥ Push momentarily to toggle between VFO and memory mode. (p.
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display !4 !3 !2 WFMAM -DUP T SQL DTCS ATT !1 q w e r VOL PRIO P SKIP MR LOW 1 t 5 y q FREQUENCY READOUT Displays a variety of information, such as an operating frequency, set mode contents, memory names. • The smaller “75,” “50” and “25” on the right of the readout indicate 0.75, 0.5 and 0.25 kHz, respectively. • The decimal point blinks during scan. w DIAL/VOLUME EXCHANGE INDICATOR (p. 18) Y]/[Z Z] are exAppears when the function of [DIAL] and [Y changed.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 r PRIORITY WATCH INDICATOR (p. 43) Appears when priority watch is in use. !1 ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 15) Appears when the RF attenuator is in use. t LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 16) ➥ “LOW” appears when the low output power is selected. ➥ No indicator appears when the high output power is selected. !2 TONE INDICATORS ➥ “T” appears while the subaudible tone encoder is in use. (p. 21) ➥ “T SQL” appears while the tone squelch function is in use. (p.
2 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Caution Misuse of LiTHIUM-ion batteries may result in the following hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery performance. • R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios. Only Icom battery packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.
BATTERY CHARGING • WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the battery to rupture. • CAUTION! Always use the battery within the specified temperature range for the transceiver (–10˚C to +60˚C; +14˚F to +140˚F) and the battery itself (–20˚C to +60˚C; –4˚F to +140˚F). Using the battery out of its specified temperature range will reduce the battery’s performance and battery life.
2 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Battery installation Before installing, or replacing the battery pack, be sure to turn OFF the transceiver. If it’s ON, push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn the power OFF. qRemove the battery cover from the transceiver. eReplace the battery cover to the transceiver. r t w q Keep the battery contacts clean to avoid rust or poor contact. It’s a good idea to clean the battery terminals once a week. wInstall the BP-243 (Li-Ion battery pack). • Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
BATTERY CHARGING 2 ■ Battery charging D Charging connections Transceiver D Charging description to [12~16V DC INPUT] jack SCAN 2 qPlug the AC adapter into an AC outlet; or the optional CP21LR into a cigarette lighter socket. wInsert the adapter plug into [12~16V DC INPUT] of the BC164 BATTERY CHARGER. eInstall the BP-243 BATTERY PACK (See left page) in the transceiver rBe sure to turn OFF the transceiver, then charge the battery with transceiver.
3 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING ■ VFO and memory channels ■ Operating band selection The IC-E7 has two primary operating modes: VFO mode and memory mode. The transceiver can receive the *AM broadcast, *HF band, *50 MHz, *FM broadcast, *VHF air, 144 MHz, *300 MHz, 400 MHz, *600 MHz, *800 MHz or television channels. VFO mode is used for setting the desired frequency within the frequency coverage. ➥ Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode.
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING 3 • Available frequency bands 3 AM broadcast band HF band 50 MHz band FM broadcast band : Push : Rotating TV channels† while pushing VHF air band Initial frequencies shown differ according to version. † Appears only when TV channels are programmed using the optional CS-P7.
3 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING ■ Setting a frequency ■ Setting a tuning step q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode, if necessary. w Select the desired frequency band with [BAND] (TS•LOCK). The tuning step can be selected for each frequency band. The following tuning steps are available for the IC-E7. • 5.0 kHz* • 6.25 kHz* • 8.33 kHz† • 9.0 kHz‡ • 10.0 kHz • 12.5 kHz • 15.0 kHz • 20.0 kHz • 25.0 kHz • 30.0 kHz • 50.0 kHz • 100.0 kHz • 200.0 kHz * Appears for below the 500 MHz bands only.
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING 3 ■ Selecting a memory channel ■ Selecting a call channel qPush [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) momentarily to select memory mode. qPush [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) momentarily to select a call channel. wRotate [DIAL] to select the desired call channel. •“ ” appears when a memory channel is selected. 3 w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel. • Only programmed memory channels can be selected.
4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving ■ Setting audio volume Make sure charged battery pack (BP-243) is installed (p. 7). The audio level can be adjusted to one of 40 levels. q Push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON. Y] or [Z Z] to set the desired audio level. w Push [Y Y] or [Z Z] to adjust the audio level. ➥ Push [Y • The frequency display shows the volume level while setting. See the section at right for details. e Set the receiving frequency. (p. 11) r Set the squelch level. (p.
BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Squelch level setting ■ Operating mode selection The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal depending on the signal strength. The transceiver has 9 squelch levels, a continuously open setting and an automatic squelch setting. Operating modes are determined by the modulation of the radio signals. The transceiver has 3 operating modes: FM, AM and WFM modes. The mode selection is stored independently in each band and memory channels.
4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Monitor function ■ Attenuator function This function is used to listen to weak signals without disturbing the squelch setting or to open the squelch manually even when mute functions such as the tone squelch are in use. The attenuator prevents distortion of a desired signal when very strong RF signals are near the desired frequency or when very strong electric fields, such as from a broadcasting station, are present at your location.
BASIC OPERATION ■ Transmitting 4 ■ Transmit power selection CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the channel before transmitting by pushing and holding [SQL] (ATT•SET). q Set the operating frequency. (pgs. 9, 11) • Transmission is available on the 144 MHz/430 MHz (FM mode) amateur bands only. • Select output power if desired. See the section at right for details.
4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Dial select step [ This transceiver has a 1 MHz tuning step for quick frequency setting. This dial select step can be set to 100 kHz, 1 MHz or 10 MHz steps, as desired. rWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select the desired dial select step. WFMAM -DUP T SQL WFMAM -DUP T SQL DTCS ATT DTCS ATT D Setting dial select step q Select VFO mode with [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW). wWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Lock function ■ [DIAL] function assignment To prevent accidental frequency changes and unnecessary function activation, use the lock function. The [DIAL] control can be used as an audio volume control Y]/[Z Z] keys to suit your preference. However, instead of [Y Y]/[Z Z] keys funcwhile [DIAL] functions as an audio volume, [Y tion as tuning controls. ➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [BAND] (TS•LOCK) for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and OFF.
5 REPEATER OPERATION ■ General When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by the amount of the offset frequency. It is convenient to program repeater information, such as offset and access tone, into memory channels. D Setting duplex and duplex direction qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. [DIAL] q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
REPEATER OPERATION 5 ■ Offset frequency When communicating through a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by the amount of the offset frequency. qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. [DIAL] wRotate [DIAL] to select “OFFSET.” WFMAM -DUP T SQL VOL PRIO P SKIP MR 9 5 LOW 1 WFMAM -DUP T SQL DTCS ATT After 1 sec.
5 REPEATER OPERATION ■ Subaudible tones To be accessed, some repeaters require subaudible tones on the input signal. Subaudible tones are added to your normal signal and must be set in advance. D Setting the subaudible tone frequency qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. [DIAL] SCAN SET DTCS ATT VOL PRIO P SKIP MR 9 5 LOW 1 After 1 sec.
REPEATER OPERATION 5 D Setting the subaudible tone encoder ON/OFF qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select the repeater tone from “TONE” or “OFF.” WFMAM -DUP T SQL WFMAM -DUP T SQL DTCS ATT DTCS ATT [DIAL] 5 VOL PRIO P SKIP MR 9 5 LOW 1 VOL PRIO P SKIP MR 9 5 LOW 1 Subaudible tone OFF WFMAM -DUP T SQL SET WFMAM -DUP T SQL w Rotate [DIAL] to select “T/TSQL.
5 REPEATER OPERATION ■ 1750 Hz tone Some European repeaters require a 1750 Hz tone burst to be accessed. For such European repeaters, perform the following. q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). wSet the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or +DUP; see p. 19 for details.) • “–DUP” or “+DUP” indicates a minus or plus offset of the transmit frequency, respectively. eWhile pushing and holding [PTT], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 to 2 sec.
6 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ General description ■ Memory channel programming The IC-E7 has 1050 memory channels including 50 scan edge memory channels (25 pairs) for storage of often-used frequencies. And a total of 18 memory banks, A to H, J, L, N, O to R, T, U and Y are available for storing groups of frequencies, etc. Up to 100 channels can be assigned into a bank. q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode. w Set the desired frequency: ➥ Select the desired band with [BAND] (TS•LOCK).
6 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ Memory bank setting The IC-E7 has a total of 18 banks (A to H, J, L, N, O to R, T, U and Y). Regular memory channels, 000 to 999, may assigned into a desired bank for easy memory management. qPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode. rWhile pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank. • Banks A to H, J, L, N, O to R, T, U and Y are available.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 6 ■ Memory bank selection qPush [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select memory mode, if desired. wWhile pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank (A to H, J, L, N, O to R, T, U and Y). WFMAM -DUP T SQL WFMAM -DUP T SQL DTCS ATT VOL PRIO P SKIP MR 9 5 LOW 1 VOL PRIO P SKIP MR 9 5 LOW 1 • The bank can also be selected by pushing [BAND] (TS•LOCK) several times. • The only programmed banks are displayed.
6 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ Programming memory/bank name Each memory channel can be programmed with an alphanumeric channel name for easy recognition and that can be indicated independently by channel. Names can be a maximum of 6 characters. q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select memory mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel. ePush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode. • 1 short and 1 long beep sound. •“ ” indicator and memory channel number blink.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 6 ■ Selecting display type During memory mode operation, the programmed memory name, bank name or the channel number can be displayed instead of the frequency at your preference. WFMAM -DUP T SQL DTCS ATT D Selecting bank channel indication During bank channel operation, the bank channel number can also be displayed instead of the memory channel number indication. Memory channel No.
6 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ Copying memory contents This function transfers a memory channel’s contents to a VFO (or another memory channel). This is useful when searching for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the offset frequency, subaudible tone frequency etc. Pushing and holding [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 2 sec. at the step w, can also copies the memory contents to VFO. In this case, steps e and r are not necessary.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 6 ■ Memory clearing Contents of programmed memories can be cleared (blanked), if desired. qPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode. • 1 short and 1 long beeps sound. •“ ” indicator and memory channel number blink. • Do not hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for more than 2 sec. otherwise the memory contents will be copied to VFO. wRotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel to be cleared.
6 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ Transferring memory contents Contents of programmed memory channels can be transferred to another memory channels. [DIAL] qPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode. Steps q and w WFMAM -DUP T SQL • 1 short and 1 long beeps sound. •“ ” indicator and memory channel number blink. • Do not hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for more than 2 sec. otherwise the memory contents will be copied to VFO.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 6 ■ Erasing/transferring bank contents The bank contents of programmed memory channels can be cleared or reassigned to another memory bank. INFORMATION: Even if the memory bank contents are cleared, the memory channel contents still remain programmed. qSelect the desired bank contents to be transferred or erased from the bank. ➥ Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select memory mode. ➥ While pushing and holding [BAND] (TS•LOCK), rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory bank.
6 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ Call channel programming ■ Copying call channel contents q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode, if necessary. w Set the desired frequency: ➥ Select the desired band with [BAND] (TS•LOCK). ➥ Set the desired frequency with [DIAL]. ➥ Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if desired. ePush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode. qPush [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) momentarily to select a call channel.
SCAN OPERATION 7 ■ Scan types Scanning searches for signals automatically and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. FULL SCAN (p. 35) 495 kHz 999.990 MHz Scan Jump PROGRAMMED SCAN (p. 35) Band edge Scan edges Band xxb edge xxA Scan Jump SKIP A01 Some frequency ranges are not scanned according to the frequency coverage of the transceiver’s version. Repeatedly scans between two user-programmed frequencies.
7 SCAN OPERATION ■ Full/band/programmed scan q Select VFO mode with [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW), if necessary. • Select the desired frequency band with [BAND] (TS•LOCK), if desired. w Set the squelch to the point where noise is just muted. ePush and hold [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) for 1 sec. to enter scan type selection condition. r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scanning type.
SCAN OPERATION 7 ■ Scan edges programming t Push and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. Scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edge frequencies are programmed into scan edges, 00A/00b to 24A/24b, in memory channels. • 3 beeps sound • The other scan edge channel “b,” 00b to 24b, is automatically selected when continuing to push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) after programming. q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode, if necessary.
7 SCAN OPERATION ■ Memory/bank scan q Select memory mode with [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW). w Set the squelch to the point where noise is just muted. ePush and hold [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) for 1 sec. to enter scan type selection mode. r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scanning type. • “M ALL” for all memory scan; “B ALL” for all bank scan; “B LINK” for bank link scan; “BANK” for bank scan.
SCAN OPERATION ■ Auto memory write scan This scan is useful for searching a specified frequency range and automatically storing busy frequencies into memory channels. The same frequency ranges used for program scan are used for auto memory write scan. q Select VFO mode with [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW), if necessary. wPush and hold [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) for 1 sec. to enter scan type selection condition. e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scanning type.
7 SCAN OPERATION ■ Skip channel/frequency setting You can set the selected memory channel as a skip channel which is skipped during memory skip scan. In addition, it can be set as a skip channel for both memory skip scan and frequency skip scan. These are useful to speed up the scan interval. ePush [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) several times to select “SKIP.” • While pushing and holding [CALL] (MODE•SCAN), rotating [DIAL] can also select “SKIP.
SCAN OPERATION tPush [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) several times; or while pushing and holding [CALL] (MODE•SCAN), rotate [DIAL] to select “S.MW.” yPush and hold [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) for 1 sec. to set the skip condition. • “SKIP” or “PSKIP” indicator appears, according to the skip selection in step r.
7 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan resume condition USING EXPANDED SET MODE D Scan pause timer D Scan resume timer The scan pauses when receiving signals according to the scan pause time. It can be set from 2–20 sec. or unlimited. The scan re-starts after a signal disappears according to the resume time. It can be set from 0–5 sec. or unlimited. qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select “EXPAND.
PRIORITY WATCH 8 ■ Priority watch types Priority watch checks for signals on a frequency every 5 sec. while operating on a VFO frequency or scanning. The transceiver has 3 priority watch types to suit your needs. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition. See the page at left for details. NOTES: If the pocket beep function is activated, the transceiver automatically selects the tone squelch function when priority watch starts.
8 PRIORITY WATCH ■ Priority watch operation D Memory channel watch and memory scan watch q Select VFO mode, then set an operating frequency. tWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to turn the priority watch ON. • Select “BELL” if the priority beep function is necessary. • TX channel can also be selected. wPush [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to enter memory mode, then select the channel(s) to be watched. For memory channel watch: Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
PRIORITY WATCH 8 D VFO scan watch qPush [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to enter memory mode, then rotate [DIAL] to select the memory channel. wPush and hold [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) for 1 sec. to enter scan type selection condition to select the scan type, then push [CALL] (MODE•SCAN) again to start memory/bank scan, if desired. When scanning memory/bank channels: Starts memory/bank scan first. Memory/bank scan cannot be started after VFO scan is started.
9 TONE SQUELCH AND POCKET BEEP ■ 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. You can silently wait for a signal using the same specified tone. q Set the desired frequency in FM mode. wWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. e Rotate [DIAL] to select “T/TSQL.
TONE SQUELCH AND POCKET BEEP 9 ■ Tone squelch frequency/DTCS code setting 88.5 Hz and 023 is set as the default for the tone squelch frequency and the DTCS code, respectively. The frequency and code can be selected as desired. qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. wRotate [DIAL] to select “C TONE” when selecting the tone squelch frequency; select “CODE” when selecting the DTCS code.
9 TONE SQUELCH AND POCKET BEEP ■ DTCS polarity setting As well as a code setting, the polarity setting is also available for the DTCS operation. When a different polarity is set, the DTCS never releases audio mute even when a signal with a matching code number is received. qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select “EXPAND.” eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to turn the expanded set mode ON.
TONE SQUELCH AND POCKET BEEP 9 ■ 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. qSet the frequency to be checked for a tone frequency or code. wTurn the desired tone type ON in set mode; “TONE” (repeater tone), “TSQL” (tone squelch) or “DTCS” (DTCS squelch). • One of “T,” “TSQL” or “DTCS” appears.
10 SET MODE ■ General Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed values or conditions of functions. In addition, the IC-E7 has an expanded set mode which is used for programming even more infrequently changed values or conditions of functions. When turning the expanded set mode OFF, only half of the set mode items are displayed for simple operation. D Set mode entering and operation qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATT•SET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
SET MODE 10 ■ Set mode items The following items are available in the set mode and expanded set mode. D General set mode items • Repeater tone (p. 52) • Tone squelch tone (p. 52) • DTCS code (p. 52) • Dial select step (p. 53) • Offset frequency (p. 53) • Tone selection (p. 53) • Duplex direction (p. 54) • Priority watch (p. 54) 10 • Key-touch beep (p. 54) • Beep output level (p. 54) • Display backlighting (p. 55) • Power save (p. 55) • Expanded set mode (p.
10 SET MODE D Expanded set mode items 51 • Key lock effect (p. 56) • Dial speed acceleration (p. 56) • Monitor key action (p. 56) • Auto power OFF (p. 57) • Scan pause timer (p. 57) • Scan resume timer (p. 57) • DTCS polarity (p. 58) • Bank link (p. 58) • LCD contrast (p. 59) • Scan stop beep (p.
SET MODE D Repeater tone frequency D DTCS code Selects subaudible tone frequency for accessing a repeater, etc. Total of 50 tone frequencies (67.0–254.1 Hz) are available. (default: 88.5 Hz) Selects DTCS (both encoder/decoder) code for DTCS squelch operation. Total of 104 codes (023–754) are available. WFMAM -DUP T SQL WFMAM -DUP T SQL DTCS ATT VOL PRIO P SKIP MR 9 5 LOW 1 WFMAM -DUP T SQL 254.
10 SET MODE D Dial select step D Tone selection Select the tuning step while pushing and holding [FUNC] from 100 kHz, 1 MHz (default) and 10 MHz. Sets the tone encoder, tone squelch or DTCS squelch operation and pocket beep capability, when waiting for the desired signal. • OFF : Regular noise squelch operation. (default) • TONE : Using tone encoder. Some repeaters require subaudible tones to be accessed. • TSQL : Using tone squelch.
SET MODE D Duplex direction D Key-touch beep Sets the duplex direction. The transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by the offset frequency when transmitting or when the monitor function is in use. • OFF : Simplex operation. (default) • –DUP : The transmit frequency shifts down while transmitting. • +DUP : The transmit frequency shifts up while transmitting. The key-touch beep can be turned OFF for silent operation.
10 SET MODE D Display backlighting D Power save The transceiver has display backlighting with a 5 sec. timer for night time operation. The backlighting can be turned ON continuously or turned OFF, if desired. • AUTO : Lights when an operation is performed, goes out after 5 sec. (default) • ON : Lights continuously during transceiver power is ON. • OFF : Never lights. The power save function reduces the current drain to conserve battery power. This power save function can be turned OFF, if desired.
SET MODE 10 D Key lock effect D Dial speed acceleration Y]/[Z Z] and While the key lock function is ON, [Y [SQL] (ATT•SET) can still be accessed. Accessible keys can be set to one of 4 groups. [PWR] and [FUNC]+[BAND] (TS•LOCK) are also accessible during the lock, however, these keys are not effected by this setting. Y]/[Z Z] and [SQL] (ATT•SET) are accessible. • NORMAL : [Y (default) • NO SQL : [SQL] (ATT•SET) is accessible. Y]/[Z Z] are accessible.
10 SET MODE D Auto power OFF D Scan resume timer The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a specified period with a beep when no key operations are performed. Selects scan resume time. Scan resumes after the specified period when the received signal disappears. •0 : Scan resumes immediately when the received signal disappears. • 1–5 : Scan pause 1–5 sec. after the received signal disappears. (default: 2 sec.) • HOLD: Scan pauses on the received signal even if it disappears.
SET MODE D DTCS polarity D Memory bank link function Sets DTCS polarity from “BOTH N” (TX/RX: normal), “TN-RR” (TX: normal, RX: reverse), “TR-RN” (TX: reverse, RX: normal) and “BOTH R” (TX/RX: reverse). (default: BOTH N) Sets the memory bank link function ON (default) and OFF. The link function provides continuous bank scan, scanning all contents in the selected banks during bank scan.
10 SET MODE D LCD contrast Sets the LCD contrast within 1 to 4 levels as desired.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Data cloning POWER ON AT 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-P7 CLONING SOFTWARE. wConnect the OPC-474 cloning cable to the [MIC/SP] jack of the master and sub-transceivers. to [MIC/SP] D Cloning between transceivers to [MIC/SP] q Master transceiver: While pushing and holding [CALL] (MODE•SCAN), turn power ON to enter cloning mode.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS D Cloning using a personal computer Data can be cloned to and from a personal computer (Microsoft® Windows® 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP) using the optional CS-P7 CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional OPC-478/478U CLONING CABLE. Consult the CS-P7 CLONING SOFTWARE HELP file for details. CAUTION: Be sure to turn OFF the transceiver when connecting the cloning cable, otherwise cloning operations cannot be performed. D Cloning error NOTE: DO NOT push any key on the sub-transceiver during cloning.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 11 ■ TV channel operation TV channel operation is available only when TV channels are programmed using the optional CS-P7 CLONING SOFTWARE. (p. 61) D TV channel receiving D Skip channel setting q Push [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW) to select VFO mode, if necessary. w Push [BAND] (TS•LOCK) several times to select the TV channel band. Unwanted channels can be skipped for rapid selection, etc. • “tV” and channel number appear.
11 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ All reset AT POWER ON 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. If this problem occurs, turn power OFF. After waiting a few seconds, turn power ON again. If the problem persists, perform the following procedure. WFMAM -DUP T SQL • Partial resetting is also available. See next page for details.
OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Partial reset AT 11 POWER ON If you want to initialize the operating conditions (VFO frequency, VFO settings, set mode contents) without clearing the memory contents, a partial reset function is available for the transceiver. ➥ While pushing and holding [FUNC] and [V/M] (SKIP•S.MW), turn the power ON to partially reset the transceiver. 11 SCAN S.MW S.
12 FREQUENCY TABLE ■ TV channels D CCIR channels The following tables show the channels versus video and audio frequencies depending on each version. D U.S.A. channels (unit: MHz) CH 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 65 Freq. 59.75 65.75 71.75 81.75 87.75 179.75 185.75 191.75 197.75 203.75 209.75 215.75 475.75 481.75 487.75 493.75 499.75 505.75 511.75 517.75 523.75 529.75 535.75 541.75 547.
FREQUENCY TABLE D China channels CH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Freq. 56.25 64.25 72.25 83.75 91.75 174.75 182.75 190.75 198.75 206.75 214.75 222.75 477.75 485.75 493.75 501.75 509.75 517.75 525.75 533.75 541.75 549.75 557.75 565.75 613.75 621.75 629.75 637.75 645.75 653.75 661.75 CH 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 (unit: MHz) Freq. 669.75 677.75 685.75 693.75 701.75 709.75 717.75 725.
12 FREQUENCY TABLE D Indonesian channels (unit: MHz) CH 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 67 Freq. 53.75 60.75 67.75 180.75 187.75 194.75 201.75 208.75 215.75 222.75 229.75 476.75 484.75 492.75 500.75 508.75 516.75 524.75 532.75 540.75 548.75 556.75 564.75 572.75 580.75 588.75 596.75 604.75 612.75 620.75 CH 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 Freq. 628.75 636.75 644.75 652.75 660.75 668.75 676.75 684.
FREQUENCY TABLE ■ VHF marine channels (unit: MHz) CH Ship Ship No. Transmit Receive CH Ship Ship No. Transmit Receive CH Ship Ship No. Transmit Receive 01 01A 02 03 03A 04 04A 05 05A 06 07 07A 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 18A 19 19A 20 20A 21 21A 21b 22 22A 23 23A 24 25 25b 26 27 28 28b 60 61 61A 62 62A 63 63A 64 64A 65 65A 66 66A 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 77 78 78A 79 79A 80 80A 81 81A 82 82A 83 83A 83b 84 84A 85 85A 86 86A 87 87A 88 88A 156.050 156.050 156.100 156.150 156.150 156.200 156.
12 FREQUENCY TABLE ■ Other communications in the USA D HF CB (Citizens Band) channels CH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Frequency 26.965 MHz 26.975 MHz 26.985 MHz 27.005 MHz 27.015 MHz 27.025 MHz 27.035 MHz 27.055 MHz 27.065 MHz 27.075 MHz 27.085 MHz 27.105 MHz 27.115 MHz 27.125 MHz 27.135 MHz 27.155 MHz 27.165 MHz 27.175 MHz 27.185 MHz 27.205 MHz D MURS channels CH 1 2 3 4 5 69 Frequency 151.820 MHz 151.880 MHz 151.940 MHz 154.570 MHz 154.
FREQUENCY TABLE D General aviation frequencies Frequency 121.500 122.000 122.200 122.700 122.725 122.750 122.800 122.900 122.950 123.000 123.025 123.050 123.075 123.100 123.300 123.450 123.500 123.600 148.125 148.150 156.300 156.400 156.425 156.450 156.625 156.900 243.000 255.400 257.800 311.000 321.000 381.
12 FREQUENCY TABLE ■ Other communications— other countries D LPD (Low Power Device) channels CH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 71 Frequency 433.075 433.100 433.125 433.150 433.175 433.200 433.225 433.250 433.275 433.300 433.325 433.350 433.375 433.400 433.425 433.450 433.475 433.500 433.525 433.550 433.575 433.600 433.625 433.650 433.675 433.700 433.725 433.750 433.
FREQUENCY TABLE 12 D UHF C.R.S (Citizen Radio Service) channels CH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Frequency 476.425 MHz 476.450 MHz 476.475 MHz 476.500 MHz 476.525 MHz 476.550 MHz 476.575 MHz 476.600 MHz 476.625 MHz 476.650 MHz 476.675 MHz 476.700 MHz 476.725 MHz 476.750 MHz 476.775 MHz 476.800 MHz 476.825 MHz 476.850 MHz 476.875 MHz 476.900 MHz CH 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Frequency 476.925 MHz 476.950 MHz 476.975 MHz 477.000 MHz 477.025 MHz 477.
13 MAINTENANCE ■ Troubleshooting PROBLEM No power comes on. If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. POSSIBLE CAUSE • The batteries are exhausted. • The battery polarity is reversed. SOLUTION • Charge the battery pack. • Check the battery polarity. REF. p. 6 p. 6 Y] to obtain a suitable level. p. 13 • Push [Y • While pushing and holding [SQL], rotate [DIAL] to p. 14 set the squelch level. p.
MAINTENANCE 13 Troubleshooting (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. Desired set mode item • “EXPAND” item is set to OFF. cannot be selected. • Turn “EXPAND” item ON. p. 49 Programmed scan does • Program scan edges are not programmed. not start. • Program a pair of scan edge channels. p. 36 Memory or bank scan • No or only one memory or bank channel is pro- • Program at least 2 memory or bank channels does not start. grammed. pgs.
14 SPECIFICATIONS ■ Transceiver D General • Frequency coverage Europe UK Italy France : (unit: MHz) Transmit 144–146, 430–440 Receive 0.495–999.990* 144–146, 430–434, 435–438 144–146, 430–440 144–146, 430–434, 435–438 0.495–29.995*, 50.2–51.2*, 76–135.995*, 144–146, 430–440 *Guaranteed 144–146 MHz, 430–440 MHz only, • Mode : FM, AM (Rx only), WFM (Rx only) • No. of memory channels : 1250 (incl. 50 scan edges, 200 auto memory write channels) • No. of call channels : 2 channels • Usable temp.
SPECIFICATIONS 14 ■ Battery pack (BP-243) AM (at 10 dB S/N) 0.495–4.995 MHz Less than 2.2 µV 5.000–29.995 MHz Less than 1.4 µV 118.000–136.995 MHz Less than 1.4 µV WFM (at 12 dB SINAD) 76.000–107.995 MHz Less than 1.8 µV 600–799.990 MHz Less than 2.5 µV • Selectivity : FM, AM More than 12 kHz/6 dB Less than 30 kHz/60 dB WFM More than 150 kHz/10 dB Less than 700 kHz/20 dB • Spurious and image rejection ratio: More than 40dB • Audio output power : More than 50 mW at 10% (at 3.
15 OPTIONS ■ Options AD-92SMA ANTENNA OPC-782 PLUG ADAPTER CABLE SP-13 EARPHONE CONNECTOR ADAPTER Allows you to connect an external antenna with a BNC connector. BP-243 LI-ION BATTERY PACK 3.7 V/1800 mAh Lithium Ion battery pack. Same as supplied one. OPC-474 CLONING CABLE For connection between transceivers for data cloning. 77 CP-21LR CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER Used for connection with an Icom speaker-microphone or earphone.
OPTIONS D HM-153 TIE-PIN MICROPHONE D HM-153P TIE-PIN MICROPHONE An optional OPC-782 is required for connection. Connects to the IC-E7 directly (without the OPC-782). NOTE: Connect the OPC-782 after removing the [MIC/SP] cap (MIC/SP jack cover). Keep the [MIC/SP] cap attached when jack are not in use to keep the contact clean. [MIC/SP] cap OPC-782 Microphone 15 NOTE: Connect the HM-153P after removing the [MIC/SP] cap (MIC/SP jack cover).
15 OPTIONS D HM-128 EARPHONE MICROPHONE D LC-161 CARRYING CASE An optional OPC-782 is required for connection. Helps protect the transceiver from scratches, etc. NOTE: When using as below illustration, tension release loop protects the [MIC/SP] connector from being damaged by cable stress or vibration OPC-782 HM-128 q w Transceiver D HM-131 SPEAKER MICROPHONE An optional OPC-782 is required for connection.
POCKET GUIDE q Cut w Fold Important operating instructions are summed up in this and the following page for your simple reference. By cutting along the line and folding on the dotted line, it will become a card sized operating guide which can easily be carried in a card case or wallet, etc. e Fold 16 r Complete 80 POCKET GUIDE iE7 ■ VFO and memory mode selection ➥ Push [V/M] to toggle between VFO and memory mode.
16 POCKET GUIDE 81 ■ Memory bank channel selection q Push [V/M] to select memory mode. w Push [BAND] several times, or while pushing and holding [BAND], rotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank group. e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank channel. ■ Call channel selection q Push [CALL] to select call channel mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired call channel. • Push [CALL] again or push [V/M] to return to the previous condition.
CE ABOUT CE Versions of the IC-E7 which display the “CE” symbol on the serial number seal, comply with the essential requirements of the European Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC. This warning symbol indicates that this equipment operates in non-harmonised frequency bands and/or may be subject to licensing conditions in the country of use.
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