INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER iE91
FOREWORD FEATURES Thank you for purchase of this fine Icom product. We understand you have a choice of many different radios in the market place. Many hours of research and development went into the design of your IC-E91, following Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.
PRECAUTIONS RWARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Caution should be observed when operating this device.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD …………………………………………………………… i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ……………………………………………… i FEATURES ……………………………………………………………… i IMPORTANT …………………………………………………………… i PRECAUTIONS ……………………………………………………… ii TABLE OF CONTENTS ……………………………………………… iii SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ………………………………………… v 1 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT ………………………………… 1 ■ Antenna ………………………………………………………… 1 ■ Belt clip ………………………………………………………… 1 ■ Handstrap ……………………………………………………… 1 ■ Battery pack …………………………………………………… 1 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ……………………………………… 2–7
■ EMR communication ………………………………………… 56 ■ Low-speed data communication …………………………… 56 ■ GPS operation ………………………………………………… 58 ■ Other functions for DV mode operation …………………… 62 8 9 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS …………………………… 64–73 ■ General description ………………………………………… 64 ■ Selecting a memory channel ………………………………… 64 ■ Selecting a call channel ……………………………………… 65 ■ Memory channel programming ……………………………… 66 ■ Memory bank setting ………………………………………… 67 ■ Memory bank selection ……………………………………… 68 ■ Programming memory/bank/
■ Time-out timer ……………………………………………… 115 ■ PTT lock ……………………………………………………… 115 ■ [MIC/SP] jacks ……………………………………………… 115 ■ Cloning function …………………………………………… 116 ■ Resetting …………………………………………………… 117 13 TROUBLESHOOTING ………………………………………… 118 14 SPECIFICATIONS ……………………………………… 119–120 15 OPTIONS ………………………………………………… 121–123 ■ Optional UT-121 installation ……………………………… 122 ■ Optional HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL MICROPHONE ……… 123 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES The following accessories are supplied with the transceiver.
1 ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT ■ Antenna Jack cover ■ Handstrap Insert the supplied antenna into the antenna connector and screw down the antenna as shown at left. 1 Slide the handstrap through the loop on the top of the belt clip as illustrated at left to facilitate carrying the transceiver. NEVER carry the transceiver by holding the antenna. KEEP the jack cover attached when jack is not in use to protect the connector from dust and moisture.
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front, top and side panels w TX/RX INDICATOR [TX/RX] (p. 24) Lights green while receiving a signal or when the squelch is open; lights red while transmitting. !7 q !4 !5 !3 r SQUELCH KEY [SQL] ➥ Push and hold to open the squelch temporarily and monitor the operating frequency. (p. 22) ➥ While pushing and holding this key, rotate [DIAL] to adjust the squelch level. (p. 21) Internal microphone t MENU/LOCK KEY [MENU/LOCK] ➥ Push to toggle menu screen indication ON and OFF. (p.
PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 o CALL/RX➝CS KEY [CALL]/[RX➝CS](CALL) ➥ Push to select the call channel/TV channel. (p. 16) ➥ During DV mode operation, push and hold for 1 sec. to set the received call signs (station and repeaters) for operation. (p. 47) ➥ Enters or sends the DTMF code “C.” (pgs. 103, 104) !3 EXTERNAL DC IN JACK [DC IN] ➥ Connects the supplied wall charger, BC-167A/D, to charge the attached battery pack. (p.
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION D KEYPAD KEY Pushed momentarily Pushed and held for 1 sec. • Inputs digit ‘1’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • Displays the simple band scope for a single sweep. (p. 23) etc. • While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “1.” • Inputs digit ‘2’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • Starts a scan. (p. 75) etc. • While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “2.
PANEL DESCRIPTION KEY Pushed momentarily 2 Pushed and held for 1 sec. • Inputs digit ‘7’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • During FM/FM-N mode operation, selects repeater tone, tone squelch, DTCS squelch and no tone operation in sequence. etc. (p. 110) • While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “7.” • During DV mode operation, selects digital call sign, digital code and no tone operation in sequence. (p.
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display • Single band indication q !7 !6 !5 !4 !3 w e r t y -DUP DSQL DV PRIO B EMR 439 706 25 MemoName PSKIP 000 µ LOW ATT u i o !0 • Dualwatch indication !6 i e o PS 88 100 25 PRIO !7 q y !6 w !1 r µ !4 000 !8 e -DUP DTCS i !7 !3 6 !1 !4 t !0 o PS PRIO 439 70675 µ 000 !2 w DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 29) “+DUP” appears when plus duplex, “–DUP” appears when minus duplex is selected. e PRIORITY WATCH INDICATOR (p.
PANEL DESCRIPTION ➥ “S” appears with the “DSQL” or “CSQL” indicator while the pocket beep function (with digital call sign or digital code squelch) is in use. (p. 111) t KEY LOCK INDICATOR (pgs. 25, 113) Appears when the key lock function is activated. y AUTO POWER OFF INDICATOR (p. 88) Appears when the auto power OFF function is in use. u EMR MODE INDICATOR (p. 56) Appears when the EMR mode operation is selected.
3 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, –20˚C to +60˚C. Using the battery out of its specified temperature range will reduce the battery’s performance and battery life.
3 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Regular charging Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. • BC-167A/D Transceiver D Battery indicators The indicators show “ ,” “ ” and “ ” in sequence while charging, and both indicators disappear when completely charged. to AC outlet to [DC IN] D Charging note • CP-19R (Optional) to cigarette lighter socket (12 V DC) • Be sure to turn the transceiver power OFF.
BATTERY CHARGING 3 ■ Rapid charging The optional BC-139 provides rapid charging of the battery pack. • Charging period: 2.5 hours (with BP-217) D Charging note • Be sure to turn the transceiver power OFF. Detach the battery pack from the transceiver then charge the battery pack by itself, or charge the battery with regular charging when the transceiver power cannot be turned OFF. Otherwise the battery pack will not be charged (charging indicator on the BC-139 blinks orange).
3 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Optional battery case ➥ Install 2 R6 (AA) size alkaline batteries into the optional BP-216 BATTERY CASE. • Be sure to observe the correct polarity. ■ Battery information D Battery life The transceiver operates with the BP-217 as follows. However, when operating in DV mode, operating time may be shortened by one-half hour. • VHF band : Approx. 5 hours • UHF band : Approx. 4.5 hours (Tx: Rx: Stand-by=1: 1: 8) A built-in step-up convertor in the BP-216 increases the voltage to 5 V DC.
BATTERY CHARGING 3 ■ External DC power operation An optional cigarette lighter cable CP-19R; for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) or external DC power cable (OPC-254L) can be used for external power operation. D Operating note • Power supply range is between 10.0–16.0 V DC. NEVER CONNECT OVER 16 V DC directly into the [DC IN] jack of the transceiver. • BE SURE to use CP-19R or OPC-254L when connecting a regulated 12 V DC power supply.
4 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING ■ Main band selection The IC-E91 has two independent operating bands; A band (VFO A) and B band (VFO B). A band (VFO A) can operate 0.495 MHz to 999.990 MHz*, and B band (VFO B) can operate 118 MHz to 174 MHz* and 350 MHz to 470 MHz*. D How to change the main band ➥ Push [MAIN/DUAL] to toggle between A and B band. ➥ Push and hold [MAIN/DUAL] for 1 sec. to turn the dualwatch operation ON and OFF. *Some frequency ranges are blocked according to transceiver version.
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING 4 ■ Mode selection D VFO mode D Memory mode VFO mode is used to set the desired frequency. Memory mode is used for operation on memory channels which store programmed frequencies. ➥ Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. 4 q Push [MR] to select memory mode. µ • “µ ” appears when memory mode is selected.
4 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING D Call/TV* channels Call channels are used for quick recall of most-often used frequencies. ■ Operating band selection *Appears only when TV channels are programmed via the optional RS-91. Also available for A band operation only. The transceiver can receive the AM broadcast, HF bands, 50 MHz, FM broadcast, VHF air, 144 MHz, 300 MHz, 400 MHz or 800 MHz* bands. (Some bands are not selectable for B band operation. See next page for details.
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING • Available frequency bands • A band +DUP DTCS AM PRIO WX EMR A 001 620 MemoName P +DUP DTCS AM PRIO WX EMR 25 A MemoName P SKIP AM broadcast band 005 000 25 SKIP HF band 850 000 MemoName P 051 000 MemoName P SKIP 145 000 A MemoName P SKIP 25 SKIP 144 MHz band +DUP DTCS FM PRIO WX EMR 430 000 MemoName P 25 SKIP +DUP DTCS WFM PRIO WX EMR A 088 000 25 MemoName P SKIP FM broadcast band +DUP DTCS FM PRIO WX EMR 25 800 MHz band A 25 50 MHz b
4 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING ■ Setting a tuning step ■ Setting a frequency The tuning step can be selected for each frequency band. The following tuning steps are available for the IC-E91. • 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 • 125.0 kHz • 200.0 kHz q Push [VFO] to select VFO mode, if necessary. w Select the desired frequency band with [BAND]. * Appears for below the 600 MHz bands only.
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING D Using the keypad The frequency can be directly set via numeric keys. • If a frequency outside the frequency range is entered, the previously displayed frequency is automatically recalled after editing last digit. qPush [VFO] to select VFO mode, if necessary. w Enter the desired frequency via the keypad. • Entering 145.
5 BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving ■ Setting audio volume Make sure charged battery pack (BP-217) or brand new alkaline batteries (BP-216) are installed (pgs. 1, 12). ➥ Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio level. q Push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power ON. wRotate [VOL] to set the desired audio level. • The frequency display shows the volume level while setting. See the section at right for details. e Set the receiving frequency. (p. 18) r Set the squelch level. (p.
BASIC OPERATION 5 ■ Setting squelch level ■ Operating mode selection The squelch circuit mutes the received audio signal depending on the signal strength. The receiver 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 total 5 operating modes (A band: FM, WFM and AM modes, B band FM, FM-N, AM and DV modes).
5 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 a desired signal from distortion by very strong signals near the desired frequency or when very strong electric fields, such as from a broadcasting station, are near your location. The attenuation is about 10 dB.
BASIC OPERATION 5 ■ Band scope The band scope function allows you to visually check a specified frequency range around the center frequency. About the sweep steps: The specified tuning step in each frequency band (in VFO mode) or programmed tuning step (in memory mode) is used during sweep. +DUP DTCS FM PRIO WX EMR A B 145 780 25 P SKIP µ Band scope indication 000 Sweep marker D Continuous sweep q Set the desired frequency as band scope center frequency. w Push and hold [SCOPE](1) for 3 sec.
5 BASIC OPERATION ■ Transmitting ■ 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]. q Set the operating frequency. (pgs. 18, 19) • Transmission is available on the 144 MHz/430 MHz amateur bands only. • Select output power if desired. See the section at right for details. w Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
BASIC OPERATION 5 ■ Lock function ■ Dualwatch operation To prevent accidental frequency changes and unnecessary function access, use the lock function. Dualwatch operation monitors two frequencies simultaneously. The IC-E91 has two independent receiver circuits as A band and B band (available frequency bands and operating mode are different depending on bands). ➥ Push and hold [MENU/LOCK] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and OFF. •“ ” appears while the lock function is activated.
5 BASIC OPERATION D Main band selection ➥ Push [MAIN/DUAL] to select A band or B band as the main operating band alternately. +DUP DTCS W PS FM +DUP DTCS W PS 145 000 25 µPRIO000 EM 430 00050 µPRIO000 FM +DUP DTCS W PS 145 000 25 µPRIO000 FM +DUP DTCS 430 000 FM W PS 50 PRIO EM µ D Setting audio volume The audio level for dualwatch operation can be adjusted both on A band and B band simultaneously (default). This setting can be set separately for each band in sounds set mode.
BASIC OPERATION 5 D Volume setting for dualwatch D Setting squelch level The volume setting for dualwatch can be set for both bands simultaneously or for each band separately in set mode. qPush and hold [MAIN/DUAL] for 1 sec. to enter the dualwatch operation, if necessary wWhile pushing and holding [SQL], rotate [DIAL] to adjust the main band’s squelch level. q Enter “VOLUME SELECT” in sounds set mode. (p.
5 BASIC OPERATION ■ TV channel operation TV channel operation is available only when TV channels are programmed using the optional RS-91. (p. 121) Also available for A band operation only. w Rotate [DIAL] to select the channel to be skipped. • To clear the skip setting, rotate [DIAL] while pushing and holding [BAND] to select a skip channel. e Push and hold [SKIP](5) for 1 sec. to toggle the skip setting ON and OFF. D TV channel receiving q Push [CALL] several times to select TV channels.
REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS 6 ■ General Repeaters allow you to extend the operational range of your radio because a repeater has much higher output power than the typical transceiver. Normally, a repeater has independent frequencies for each receiver and transmitter. A subaudible tone may also be required to access a repeater. Reference amateur radio hand books and local ham magazines for details of local repeaters such as repeater input/output frequencies and locations. Repeater 144.700 MHz 145.
6 REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS ■ Accessing a repeater q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). w Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or +DUP; see p. 32 for details.) “–DUP”or “+DUP” appears. r Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. • The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit frequency (repeater input frequency). • If “OFF” appears, check the offset frequency or shift direction. (p.
REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS 6 D Checking the repeater input signal D Off band indication The transceiver can check whether the other station’s transmit signal can be received directly or not, by listening on the repeater input frequency. If the transmit frequency is out of the amateur band, the off band indication, “OFF,” appears on the display when [PTT] is pushed. Check the offset frequency or duplex direction in this case. (p.
6 REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS ■ Duplex operation Although [DIAL] and [ï](5) are used for description in this ∫](2)/[√ √](8) and [≈ ≈](6) are available instead of section, [∫ [DIAL] and [ï](5). D Setting duplex direction ➥ Push and hold [DUP](4) for 1 sec. to select “–DUP” or “+DUP”. • “–DUP” or “+DUP” indicates the transmit frequency for minus shift or plus shift, respectively. D Setting offset frequency q Enter “OFFSET FREQ” in DUP/TONE… set mode. (p.
REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS 6 ■ 1750 Hz tone Some European repeaters require a 1750 Hz tone burst to be accessed. For such European repeaters, perform the following. • This tone can be use as a ‘Call signal’ in countries out of Europe. q Push and hold [DTMF.M](.) for 1 sec. to select DTMF memory. i Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. o Release [PTT] to receive.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) Although [DIAL] and [ï](5) are used for description in this ∫](2)/[√ √](8) and [≈ ≈](6) are available instead of section, [∫ [DIAL] and [ï](5). ■ Digital mode operation When the optional UT-121 is installed, the IC-E91 can be operated in digital voice mode and low-speed data operation for both transmit and receive. It can also be connected to a GPS receiver (compatible with an RS-232 output/NMEA format/4800 bps) and transmit/receive position data.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ≈](6) to select 2nd digit, then rotate [DIAL]† to sey Push [≈ lect the desired character or code. ≈](6) to move the cursor right; push [Ω Ω](4) to move the • Push [≈ cursor left. • 2nd digit blinks (1st digit stops blinking). !0 Push [ï](5) to store the programmed call sign with note and returns to MY CALL SIGN screen. !1 Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D Station call sign programming Station call sign must be programmed for the specified station call as well as repeater operation in both digital voice and low-speed data communications. q Select B band as the main band. (p. 14) w Enter “UR” in call sign set mode. MENU screen ➪ CALL SIGN ➪ UR ≈](6) to select 2nd digit, then rotate [DIAL]† to sey Push [≈ lect the desired character or code.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) NOTE: During the call sign programming mode (r to u), push [CQ](0) to set “CQCQCQ,” and push [CQ](0) again to return to the previously stored call sign. ✔ For your information The IC-E91 has call sign edit record function. When editing a call sign stored in a call sign memory, regular memory or call channel, the default setting is to store the edited call sign into a blank channel automatically. (“FULL” is displayed when all call sign memory is programmed.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ Digital voice mode operation qSet the desired frequency in B band. (pgs. 14, 18) • Select output power, if desired. (p. 24) w Select DV mode. (p. 21) e Set your own call sign for DV operation as follows. z Enter “MY” in call sign set mode. MENU screen ➪ CALL SIGN ➪ MY (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D When calling the desired station D When sending a CQ Continued instruction from step x on page 38. Continued instruction from step x on page 38. cRotate [DIAL]† to select “UR,” then push [ï](5)†. cRotate [DIAL]† to select “UR,” then push [ï](5)†. • YOUR CALL SIGN screen is displayed. vRotate [DIAL]† to select the call sign channel in which desired station’s call sign is programmed. • See page 36 for station call sign programming details.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ About D-STAR system In the D-STAR system, repeater linking via a 10 GHz band backbone and internet network (gateway connection) capabilities are available. This system provides you to with much wider coverage range during digital voice mode operation. Also, the D-STAR system repeaters are connectable through the internet— gateway connection capability.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) 7 ■ Digital repeater operation Repeater call signs must be programmed for repeater operation in both digital voice and low-speed data communications. D Repeater call sign programming q Select B band as the main band. (p. 14) w Enter “R1” or “R2” in call sign set mode. MENU screen ➪ CALL SIGN ➪ R1/R2 (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) • RPT1 or RPT2 CALL SIGN screen is displayed.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D Repeater operation in the same zone qSet the desired repeater’s frequency, offset and shift direction in B band. (pgs. 18, 32) t Push [PTT] to transmit; release to receive. • Select DV mode in advance. (p. 21) w Set your own call sign. (p. 38) • See p. 34 for your own call sign programming. e Set the desired station call sign. (p. 39) • See p. 36 for station call sign programming.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) 7 • Setting example 1 Zone Area 1 Repeater 1 : A11111 Area 2 Repeater 2 : A22222 Station A : A2222A Station B : A2222B ✔ What is the area? The Area is the communication range that is covered by a local repeater. A Local repeater is called an area repeater in the D-STAR system.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D Repeater operation into another zone qSet the desired repeater’s frequency, offset and shift direction in B band. (pgs. 18, 32) nPush [ï](5) to set the call sign for “R2.” • Return to CALL SIGN screen. • Select DV mode in advance. w Set your own call sign. (p. 38) • See p. 34 for your own call sign programming. e Set the desired station call sign. (p.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) 7 • Setting example 2 Zone A Area 1 Area 2 Repeater 1 : A11111 Repeater 2 : A22222 Station A : A2222A Area 3 (Gateway) Repeater 3 : A33333 Area 4 Repeater 4 : A44444 Internet network Station B : A3333B Zone B Area 5 Repeater 5 : B55555 Area 6 Repeater 6 : B66666 Area 7 (Gateway) Area 8 Repeater 7 : B77777 Repeater 8 : B88888 Station C : B6666C ❑ The setting when Station A is calling Station C UR : B6666C R1 : A22222 R2 : A33333 G MY : A2222A
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ Received call sign When a call is received in DV mode, the calling station and the repeater call signs being used can be stored into the received call record. The stored call signs are viewable in the following manner. Up to 20 calls can be recorded.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) 7 D One-touch reply using the call record The stored call signs in the call record can be used to the call. qAfter receiving a call, push and hold [RX➝CS](CALL) for 1 sec. Or, while pushing and holding [RX➝CS](CALL), rotate [DIAL] to select the desired call sign record. Important! Setting call signs with the “One-touch reply using the call record” operation as at left are for temporary operation only.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ Copying the call sign D Copying the call sign memory contents This function is convenient when or modifying a part of the current call sign. NOTE: Make sure that the “EDIT RECORD” item in DV set mode is set to “AUTO” or “SELECT” in advance. (p. 95) qDuring DV mode operation, enter call sign set mode. MENU screen ➪ CALL SIGN (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) • CALL SIGN screen is displayed.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) • When “SELECT” is set to “EDIT RECORD” item ≈](6) to select the call sign programming mode. r Push [≈ • The 1st digit of the selected call sign blinks. tEdit or modify the selected call sign as described in “D Station call sign programming” (p. 36) or “D Repeater call sign programming” (p. 41). yPush [ï](5). • Call sign channel number blinks. YOUR CALL SIGN rU21 AB AAAAA1 :SET :SEL CLR:CLR A/a:CHAR :CUR 0:CQ Call sign channel number bliks.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D Copying the call record contents into call sign memory This is a way to copying the call record contents (“CALLER,” “RXRPT1” and “RXRPT2”) into call sign memory (“UR,” “R1” and “R2”) at the same time or individually. qPerform the steps q to e of “D Desired call record indication” (p. 46) to select the desired call record or call sign. ≈](6) to select copy select mode. w Push [≈ • COPY SELECT screen is displayed.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ Break-in communication The break-in function allows you to break into a conversation, where the two original stations are communicating with call sign squelch enabled. qWhile receiving an another station’s communication, push and hold [RX➝CS](CALL) for 1 sec. to set the communicating station’s call sign. • When a call sign has not been received correctly, error beeps sound and no call sign is set.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ Message operation D TX message programming TX messages are available for up to 5 channels and each channel can be programmed with a message of up to 20 characters. Available characters are 0 to 9, A to Z (capital letters), a to z (lower case letters), some symbols and space. q Enter “TX MESSAGE” in message/position set mode. MENU screen ➪ MESSAGE/POSITION ➪ TX MESSAGE (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) 7 D Message Transmission Select the message transmission function ON (Ch01–05) and OFF. When a message channel is selected, the transceiver transmits a text message (pre-programmed). (default: OFF) qSet the operating frequency, call signs and other settings, such as repeater, as desired in B band. wPerform the steps q to e in “D TX message programming” as at left. eRotate [DIAL]† to select the desired message channel. • “Ch01” to “Ch05” available.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ Automatic reply function D RX message indication The received message can also be checked in DV set mode. q Select “RX MESSAGE” in message/position set mode. MENU screen ➪ MESSAGE/POSITION ➪ RX MESSAGE (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) The automatic reply function replies to calls by a station that specified your call sign.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D Voice memory recording for automatic reply IMPORTANT! Deactivate the dualwatch function and set minimum [VOL] level when recording the DV voice memo. Otherwise received audio or unwanted noise from A band is also recorded into the voice memory. qSelect DV mode in B band, and deactivate the priority watch (p. 83) if activated. w Enter “REPLY VOICE” in DV voice memo set mode.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ EMR communication ■ Low-speed data communication The EMR communication mode is available for digital mode operation. In the EMR communication mode, no call sign setting is necessary. When an EMR communication mode signal is received, the audio (voice) will be heard at the specified level even the volume setting level is set to minimum level, or digital call sign/digital code squelch is in use.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D Low-speed data communication application setting Configure the low-speed data communication application as follows. • Port : The same COM port number as IC-E91’s • Baud rate : 38.4 kbps (fixed value) • Data : 8 bit • Parity : None • Stop : 1 bit • Flow control : Xon/Xoff 7 D Transmission condition setting q Enter “DV DATA TX” in DV set mode. (p. 92) MENU screen ➪ DV SET MODE ➪ DV DATA TX (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ GPS operation During GPS mode operation, a GPS receiver (RS-232C output/NMEA format) can be connected to the [DATA] socket of the IC-E91 to indicate the current position (Latitude and Longitude). The position data is transmitted with your voice signals at the same time. D Sentence formatter setting q Enter “GPS MODE” in DV set mode. (p. 94) MENU screen ➪ DV SET MODE ➪ GPS MODE (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) 7 D GPS message programming q Enter “GPS” in message/position set mode. MENU screen ➪ MESSAGE/POSITION ➪ GPS (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push t Repeat the steps r and t to enter the desired message. • Up to 20-character messages can be set. [ï](5)†.) GPS MESSAGE rDATA: AB Hello!† Hello! • GPS MESSAGE screen is displayed. ≈](6) to select the message edit condition. w Push [≈ :SET :SEL :CUR • The 1st digit of the message blinks.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D GPS message automatic transmission D Position indication q Enter “GPS AUTO TX” in DV set mode. (p. 95) MENU screen ➪ DV SET MODE ➪ GPS AUTO TX q Enter “POSITION” in message/position set mode. MENU screen ➪ MESSAGE/POSITION ➪ POSITION (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) • GPS AUTO RX screen is displayed. (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) • GPS POSITION screen is displayed.
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) D Received GPS message indication q Enter “RX GPS” in message/position set mode. MENU screen ➪ MESSAGE/POSITION ➪ RX GPS (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) • RX GPS MESSAGE screen is displayed. RX GPS MESSAGE rDATA: Call from Osaka! :BACK Ω](4)) to return to MESSAGE/POSITION wPush [ï](5) (or [Ω screen. e Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) ■ Other functions for DV mode operation D DV voice memory The IC-E91 has a DV voice memory that records a total 30 second (approx.) of received audio. The DV voice memory is divided into 2 tracks, 15 seconds each in a track, as the default setting. ◆ Recording received audio qSelect DV mode in B band, and deactivate the priority watch (p. 83) if activated. w While receiving a DV signal, push [REC].
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required) 7 D DV automatic detect ◆ Playing-back and erasing the recorded audio qSelect DV mode in B band, and deactivate the priority watch (p. 83) if activated. w Enter “TRACK” in DV voice memo set mode. MENU screen ➪ DV VOICE MEMO ➪ TRACK (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) • TRACK screen is displayed The “DV” mode indicator blinks when a non-DV signal is received during DV mode operation.
8 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ General description ■ Selecting a memory channel The IC-E91 has 850 memory channels in A band, 450 memory channels in B band, and 2 call channels in each band. Memory channels in each bands including 50 scan edge memory channels (25 pairs) for storage of often-used frequencies, respectively. And a total of 26 memory banks, A to Z, are available in each bands for storing groups of frequencies, etc. Up to 100 channels can be assigned into a bank.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 8 ■ Selecting a call channel qPush [CALL] to select call channel mode. [DIAL] Blinks FM r 145 000 µ • Pushing [CALL] toggles call, TV* channels. wRotate [DIAL] to select the desired call channel. 000 BANK :---- • “C0” and “C1” are selectable. MNAME: SKIP :OFF *Appears only when TV channels are programmed via the optional RS-91. Also available for A band operation only. Rotate [DIAL] to select the memory channel.
8 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ Memory channel programming q Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. w Set the desired frequency: ➥ Select the desired band with [BAND]. ➥ Set the desired frequency with [DIAL]. ➥ Or set the desired frequency with keypad directly. In this case, the band and frequency settings with [BAND] and [DIAL] as above are not required. ➥ Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, tone squelch, etc.), if desired. ePush and hold [S.MW](MR) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 8 ■ Memory bank setting The IC-E91 has a total of 26 banks (A to Z). Regular memory channels, 000 to 799 (A band)/000 to 399 (B band), are assigned to the desired bank for easy memory management. Ω](4) or [≈ ≈](6) several times to select the desired rPush [Ω bank group from “A” to “Z.” qPush and hold [S.MW](MR) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode. 145 870 µ r • 1 short and 1 long beep sound. µ ” indicator blinks.
8 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ Memory bank selection qPush [MR] several times to select memory bank mode. wWhile pushing and holding [BAND], rotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank (A to Z). • Only programmed banks are displayed. • Only programmed channels are displayed. [DIAL] Memory bank mode Memory mode [DIAL] FM FM A 145 870 µ 011 Memory channel is displayed. Memory bank mode FM A 145 870 µ C05 Bank channel is displayed. 68 eRotate [DIAL] to select the bank channel.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 8 ■ Programming memory/bank/scan name Each memory 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 8 characters. NOTE: Scan name indication can be turned ON or OFF in display set mode. (p. 101) q Push [MR] to select memory mode. • When programming a call channel name, push [CALL] to select call channel mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
8 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS [EXAMPLE]: Programming the bank name “AIR” into the scan edge channel 03A. Push to select memory mode. Push or During memory mode operation, either the programmed memory name or bank name can be displayed below the frequency indication. to select BNAME *. AM 127 500 µ FM 145 870 A µ r 011 Rotate [DIAL] to select scan edge channel 03A. 03A BANK :A-01 BNAME:A MNAME: SNAME: NOTE: The programmed scan name is displayed during the programmed scan edge channel selection.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 8 ■ Copying memory/call contents This function transfers 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. Holding [S.MW](MR) for 2 sec. at the step w, will also copy the memory contents to VFO. In this case, the steps e and r are not necessary.
8 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS ■ Memory clearing Contents of programmed memories can be cleared (blanked), if desired. VFO mode qPush and hold [S.MW](MR) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode. • 1 short and 1 long beeps sound. µ ” indicator blinks. • “µ • Do not hold [S.MW](MR) 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. ∫](2) or [√ √](8) to select “CLEAR.” ePush [∫ r Push and hold [S.MW](MR) for 1 sec.
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 8 ■ 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. (p. 68) ➥ Push [MR] several times to select memory bank mode. ➥ While pushing [BAND], rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory bank group.
9 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan types Scanning searches for signals automatically and makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. FULL SCAN (p. 75) 495 kHz 999.990 MHz Some frequency ranges are not scanned according to the frequency coverage of the transceiver’s version. Scan Jump PROGRAMMED SCAN (p. 75) Band edge Scan edges Band xxB edge xxA Scan Jump SKIP A01 A02 A99 (p. 75) Band edge Band edge Repeatedly scans all bank channels or selected bank channels.
SCAN OPERATION 9 ■ Full/band/programmed scan q Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. r To start the scan, release [SCAN](2). • Select the desired frequency band with [BAND], if desired. w Set the squelch level. eWhile pushing and holding [SCAN](2), rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scanning type.
9 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan edges programming t Push and hold [S.MW](MR) for 1 sec. • 3 beeps sound. Scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edges, 00A/00B to 24A/24B, in memory channels. • The other scan edge channel “B,” 00B to 24B, is automatically selected when continuing to push [S.MW](MR) after programming. q Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. w Set the desired frequency: ➥ Select the desired band with [BAND].
SCAN OPERATION 9 ■ Memory scan IMPORTANT!: To perform memory scan, 2 or more memory channels MUST be programmed, otherwise the scan will not start. qPush [MR] to select memory mode. w Set the squelch level. eWhile pushing and holding [SCAN](2), rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scanning type. • “ALL” for full memory scan; “BAND” for band memory scan, “MODE” for mode scan, “DUP” (appears only when duplex operation is set) for duplex scan. [DIAL] r Release [SCAN](2) to start the selected scan.
9 SCAN OPERATION ■ Memory bank scan IMPORTANT!: To perform memory bank scan, 2 or more bank channels MUST be programmed, otherwise the scan will not start. qPush [S.MW](MR) several times to select memory bank mode. w Set the squelch level. eWhile pushing and holding [SCAN](2), rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scanning type. • “ALL” for all bank scan; “BANK-LINK” for bank link scan or “BANK-x” for bank scan (x= A to Z; programmed bank groups are only displayed.
SCAN OPERATION 9 ■ Skip channel/frequency setting Memory channels can be set to be skipped for memory skip scan. In addition, memory channels can be set to be skipped for both memory skip scan and frequency skip scan. These are useful to speed up the scan rate. ∫](2) or [√ √](8) several times to select “SKIP.” ePush [∫ FM r 145 870 µ 020 BANK :---- q Select a memory channel: ➥ Push push [MR] to select memory mode. ➥ Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel to be a skip channel/frequency.
9 SCAN OPERATION tPush and hold [S.MW](MR) for 1 sec. to store the skip condition into the memory. • “SKIP” or “P SKIP” indicator appears, according to the skip selection in the step r. • Skip channel setting FM A 145 700 µ SKIP 033 “SKIP” appears • Program skip setting FM A 145 700 µ P SKIP 033 “P SKIP” appears ✔ CONVENIENT! The the skip setting can be set with the following operation. qSelect the desired memory channel to be set as a skip channel/frequency.
SCAN OPERATION 9 ■ Scan resume condition 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 to 20 sec. or unlimited. The scan restarts after the signal disappears according to the resume time. It can be set from 0–5 sec. or unlimited. q Enter “PAUSE” in scan set mode. (p. 96) MENU screen ➪ SCAN ➪ PAUSE q Enter “RESUME” in scan set mode. (p.
10 PRIORITY WATCH ■ Priority watch types Priority watch checks for signals on the 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 page 81 for details. NOTE: If the pocket beep function is activated, the transceiver automatically selects the tone squelch function when priority watch starts.
PRIORITY WATCH 10 ■ Priority watch operation Although [DIAL] and [ï](5) are used for description in this ∫](2)/[√ √](8) and [≈ ≈](6) are available instead of section, [∫ [DIAL] and [ï](5). • During priority watch FM A PRIO 433 260 D Memory/call channel and memory scan watch 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 call channel watch: Select the desired call channel.
10 PRIORITY WATCH D VFO scan watch q Set the watching channel(s). For memory channel watch: Select the desired memory channel. For call channel watch: Select the desired call channel. For memory scan watch: Select memory mode, or the desired bank group; then, push and hold [SCAN](2) for 1 sec. to start memory/bank scan. w Enter “PRIO WATCH” in scan set mode. (p. 96) MENU screen ➪ SCAN ➪ PRIO WATCH (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) e Rotate [DIAL]† to select “ON.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11 ■ General MENU screen is used for programming infrequently changed values or conditions of functions. rRotate [DIAL] to select the desired value or condition, then push [ï](5) to return to the setting item selection mode. † D Entering MENU screen and operation AUTO POWER OFF OFF 30MIN 60MIN 90MIN 120MIN e.g.) Set “AUTO power OFF” to 30 minutes. q Push [MENU/LOCK] to enter MENU screen. • MENU groups appear. r ***** MENU ***** SET MODE SCAN DUP/TONE...
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION ■ MENU screen indication for B band* While B band is selected, MENU screen shows following indication. ***** MENU ***** RX CALL S MESSAGE/POS DV VOICE M rSET MODE DV SET MODE MENU screen indication for B band. *The optional UT-121 is required. ■ Menu list MENU REF. MENU — DV SET MODE pgs. 92–95 RX CALL SIGN† — SCAN pgs. 96, 97 MESSAGE/POSITION† — DUP/TONE… pgs. 97–99 DV VOICE MEMO† — DISPLAY pgs. 99–101 pgs. 88–91 SOUNDS p. 102 SET MODE †Refer 86 REF.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION D DV set mode D DUP/TONE set mode Available for B band when the UT-121 is installed. Not available for the TV band selection. ITEMS REF. ITEMS REF. ITEMS 11 ITEMS REF. DTCS CODE p. 98 REF. AUTO REPLY p. 92 GPS MODE p. 94 OFFSET FREQ p. 97 DIGITAL CODE p. 92 ➥ GPS SENTENCE p. 94 REPEATER TONE p. 97 DTCS POLARITY p. 99 DV DATA TX p. 92 ➥ RMC SENTENCE p. 94 CTCSS TONE p. 98 DTMF SPEED p. 99 DIGITAL MONITOR p. 93 GGA SENTENCE p.
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION ■ Set mode items D Auto power OFF D Power save The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a specified time period with a beep when no key operations are performed. The power save function reduces the current drain to conserve battery power. This power save function can be turned OFF, if desired, by turning power ON and OFF. In the default setting (“AUTO” selection), the power save function is activated in a 1:1 (150 msec.: 150 msec.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11 D Monitor key action D Microphone simple mode The monitor key, [SQL] , can be set as a ‘sticky’ key. When set to the sticky condition, each push of [SQL] toggles the monitor function ON and OFF. • PUSH: Pushing and holding [SQL] to monitor the frequency. (default) • HOLD : Push [SQL] momentarily to monitor the frequency and push momentarily again to cancel it.
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION D Key lock Type D Busy lockout While the key lock function is ON, [PWR], [PTT], [SQL], [VOL] and [MENU](Lock function only) can still be accessed. Accessible keys can be set to 1 of 4 groups. • NORMAL : [PWR], [PTT], [SQL], [VOL] and [MENU] (Lock function only) accessible. (default) • NO SQL : [PWR], [PTT], [SQL], and [MENU] (Lock function only) are accessible. • NO VOL : [PWR], [PTT], [VOL], and [MENU] (Lock function only) are accessible.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION D Active band Allows continuous frequency selection of the operating frequency across all bands. • SINGLE : A single operating frequency can be selected within the current band. Push [BAND] for band selection in this case. • ALL : The operating frequency can be selected continuously.
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION ■ DV set mode items The following items are selectable when the optional UT-121 is installed. D Auto reply D Digital code Sets the desired digital code for digital code squelch operation. Total of 100 codes (00–99) are available. (default: 00) DIGITAL CODE This function replies to an individual station call even you are away from the transceiver. After a manual transmission (pushing [PTT]), the Auto Reply setting returns to OFF automatically.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11 D Digital monitor D RX call sign auto write Sets the desired monitoring mode during digital mode operation from “Auto,” “Digital” and “Analog.” • AUTO : The transceiver sets monitoring mode to FM and DV according to the received signal. (de- When an individual station call is received, the calling station call sign can be automatically set in “UR.” (default: OFF) fault) RXCALL WRITE OFF AUTO r RXCALL WRITE OFF AUTO r • DIGITAL : Monitors in DV mode.
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION D GPS mode Sets GPS mode operation ON and OFF. When the position information is received from a connected GPS receiver and the GPS Auto TX Timer setting (p. 95) is set to a specific time, the transceiver automatically transmits with the current position and message at every setting interval. (default: OFF) • Sentence formatter setting q Select “ON” in GPS mode item, then push [ï](5)† to enter the sentence formatter selection.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11 D GPS auto TX timer D Call sign edit record Selects the desired interval for automatic position transmission function from 5, 10, 30 second, 1, 3, 5, 10, 30 minutes and OFF. (default: OFF) Selects the call sign programming when the call sign is edited or corrected with the pre-programmed call sign. • OFF : The edited or corrected call sign is over written. • SELECT : The edited or corrected call sign is programmed into the selected call sign memory.
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION ■ Scan set mode items D Priority watch D Scan resume timer Activates priority watch or priority watch with alert (Bell). • OFF : The priority watch is turned OFF. (default) • ON : The transceiver checks the memory channel frequency every 5 sec. • BELL : The transceiver checks the memory channel frequency every 5 sec. You can be alerted with beeps and blinking “S.” Selects the scan resume time from a paused frequency after the received signal disappears.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11 ■ DUP/TONE set mode items D Memory bank link function D Offset frequency 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. Sets the offset frequency for duplex (repeater) operation within 0 to 159.995 MHz range. OFFSET FREQ OFFSET FREQ 0.000.00 • Bank link setting q Rotate [DIAL]† to select the bank that you want to change.
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION D TSQL frequency D DTCS code Selects tone frequency for tone squelch or pocket beep operation from one of 50 available frequencies (67.0–254.1 Hz). Selects DTCS (both encoder/decoder) code for DTCS squelch operation. Total of 104 codes (023–754) are available. (default: 88.5) CTCSS TONE CTCSS TONE 88.5 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 123.0 127.3 131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7 159.8 162.2 165.5 167.9 171.3 173.8 177.3 179.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION D DTCS polarity 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) DTCS POLARITY BOTH N TN-RR TR-RN BOTH R r TX/RX: Normal polarity DTCS POLARITY BOTH N TN-RR TR-RN rBOTH R TX/RX: Reverse polarity D DTMF speed ■ Display set mode items D Display backlighting The transceiver has display backlighting with a 5 sec. timer for night time operation.
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION D LCD contrast D TX Call Sign Display The contrast of the LCD can be selected from 16 levels. • 1 (Low contrast) to 16 (High contrast) (default: 8) ☞ Available when the UT-121 is installed. LCD CONTRAST LCD CONTRAST Default (8) High contrast (16) Selects call sign display function from YOUR, MY and OFF. When this setting is set to YOUR or MY, the transceiver automatically indicates the set station or your own call sign at digital mode transmission.
MENU SCREEN OPERATION D Scan name D Opening call sign The programmed scan or bank name is displayed during the scan type selection. • ON : The programmed scan or bank name is displayed. (default) • OFF : The programmed scan or bank name is not displayed. ☞ Available when the UT-121 is installed. SCAN NAME OFF rON OFF ON D Opening logo OFF rON The set your own call sign, programmed in my call sign, can be displayed at power ON.
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION ■ Sounds set mode items D Beep output level Adjusts the key-touch beep tone level to the desired level within 39 levels. BEEP LEVEL D Scope audio output Select the audio output function capability during sweep with band scope function. • ON : The received audio sounds during sweep. (default) • OFF : No audio sounds during sweep. SCOPE AF OUTPUT BEEP LEVEL OFF rON Minimum level (no audio) Maximum level The key-touch beep (following item) must be set to ON to have a beep tone.
OTHER FUNCTIONS DTMF MEMORY Ch01 r 12 ■ Programming a DTMF code DTMF codes are used for autopatching, accessing repeaters, controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 10 DTMF memory channels (Ch01–Ch10) for storage of oftenused DTMF codes of up to 16 digits. q Push and hold [DTMF.M](.) for 1 sec. to enter DTMF memory. w Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired DTMF memory channel. • “T-CALL” appears when a 1750 Hz tone burst signal is selected. (p.
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS +DUP DTCS FM PRIO WX EMR ■ Transmitting a DTMF code 438 500 25 MemoName PSKIP µ 000 D Transmitting from DTMF memory 5D28AB4 D Transmitting a DTMF code directly The selected DTMF code is transmitted at each push of the [SQL] switch while transmitting. DTMF code can be transmitted via keypad directly while transmitting. The transmitting speed at which DTMF memories send individual DTMF characters can be set in “DTMF SPEED” menu. (p. 99) q Set the desired frequency. (p.
SQL:BACK MAIN:CLR OTHER FUNCTIONS DTMF MEMORY 12 Ch01 ■ Clearing a DTMF memory ■ Confirming a DTMF memory An unwanted DTMF memory can be cleared (erased). A DTMF memory can be confirmed with a DTMF tone. q Push and hold [DTMF.M](.) for 1 sec. to enter DTMF memory mode. w Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired DTMF memory channel to be cleared. e Push and hold [CLR](1) for 1 sec. to clear the selected DTMF memory channel. q Push and hold [DTMF.M](.) for 1 sec. to enter DTMF memory mode.
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Setting DTMF transfer speed The DTMF transfer speed can be selected. q Enter “DTMF SPEED” in DUP/TONE… set mode. (p. 99) MENU screen ➪ DUP/TONE... ➪ DTMF SPEED (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) w Rotate [DIAL]† to select DTMF transfer speed as below. MENU 100: Transfer the***** DTMF data per***** about 100 msec. DV SET MODE 200: Transfer the DTMF data per about 200 msec. SCAN rDTMF DUP/TONE... 300: Transfer the data per about 300 msec.
***** MENU ***** OTHER FUNCTIONS DV SET MODE SCAN rDUP/TONE... 12 D Setting subaudible tones for repeater or tone squelch D Setting DTCS code for DTCS squelch or CTCSS TONE REPEATER beep 88.5 88.5 q Enter “CTCSS TONE (or RPT TONE)” in DUP/TONE… set mode. (pgs. 97, 98) MENU screen ➪ DUP/TONE... ➪ CTCSS TONE q Enter “DTCS CODE” in DUP/TONE... set mode. (p. 98) r300 r 300 500 500 MENU screen ➪ DUP/TONE... ➪ DTCS TONE (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS ***** MENU ***** ■ Digital code and digital call sign setting DV VOICE M SET MODE rDV SET MODE UT-121 The optional is required D Setting digital code for digital code squelch or beep D Setting the YOUR and MY call signs for DIGITAL CODE digital call sign 00squelch or beep q Push [MAIN/DUAL] to select B band, then push and hold [MODE](REC) for 1 sec. several times to select DV mode. w Enter “DIGITAL CODE” in DV SET MODE. (p.
500 OTHER FUNCTIONS ***** MENU ***** 12 CALL SIGN RX CALL S MESSAGE/POS r YOUR CALL SIGN U01 ABCDEF r300 † [DIAL] to 500 select the desired r y Rotate call sign. • Input the call sign if the desired call sign is not stored in the transceiver. See pgs. 34 and 35 for detail. MY CALL SIGN M01 GHIJKL 300 500 r CAUTION!: Use digital code squelch when operating with more than 3 stations.
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Tone/DTCS squelch q Set the desired operating frequency, CTCSS tone and DTCS code. w Push and hold [TONE](7) for 1 sec. several times to activate the tone or DTCS squelch. (TONE, TSQL or DTCS) • Subaudible tone encoder “TONE,” tone squelch “TSQL,” pocket beep “TSQLS,” DTCS squelch “DTCS,” DTCS beep “DTCSS” and no tone operation are activated in order. • Rotating [DIAL] while pushing [TONE](7) also selects the tone functions. e Operate the transceiver in the normal way.
+DUP TSQL FM PRIO WX EMR 145300 25 B MemoName PSKIP +DUP DTCS FM PRIO WX EMR B 145300 25 MemoName PSKIP OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Pocket beep function 145300 145300 +DUP DSQL DV PRIO WX EMR 25 B +DUP CSQL DV PRIO WX EMR B MemoName PSKIP 25 q Set the desired operating frequency. w Set the desired CTCSS tone, DTCS code, Digital call sign or Digital code. 145300 25 145300 25 e Push and MemoName hold [TONE](7)/[DSQ](7) for 1 sec.
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Tone scan The transceiver can detect the subaudible tone frequency and DTCS code in a received signal. By monitoring a signal that is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone frequency required to access the repeater. [DIAL] q Set the desired frequency or memory channel to be checked for a tone frequency or DTCS code. w Push and hold [TONE](7) for 1 sec. several times to activate the repeater tone, tone squelch or DTCS squelch.
OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Beep tones ■ Key lock effect You can select to have confirmation beeps sound at the push of a switch. The output level can be adjusted within 39 levels or to the related level of the volume with “BEEP LEVEL” in sounds set mode. (p. 102) MENU screen ➪ SOUNDS ➪ BEEP LEVEL D Lock function (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) You can select silent operation by turning beep tones OFF with “KEY-TOUCH BEEP” in sounds set mode. (p.
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Power save ■ Auto power OFF The power save function reduces the current drain to conserve battery power. The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a specified period with a beep when no switch is pushed. The power save duty cycle, the ratio of receive circuit on to receive circuit off during standby, can be set to automatic (default), 1 : 1 (150 msec. : 150msec.), 1 : 4 (150 msec. : 600msec.), 1 : 8 (150 msec. : 1200msec.) or OFF with “POWER SAVE” in set mode. (p.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 12 ■ Time-out timer ■ [MIC/SP] jacks To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the transceiver has a time-out timer. This timer cuts a transmission OFF after 1, 3, 5 or 10 min. of continuous transmission. This timer can be cancelled (default). To connect external equipment such as speaker, microphone, TNC, etc. refer to the diagram below. Approx. 10 sec. before the time-out timer is activated, the transceiver emits a beep tone as a warning.
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS ■ Cloning function The IC-E91 has transceiver-to-transceiver data cloning capability. This function is useful when you want to copy all of the programmed contents from one IC-E91 to another. • An optional OPC-474 CLONING CABLE is required. q Turn the transceiver’s power OFF, then connect an optional OPC-474 between both [SP] jacks. w While pushing [MR] and [MENU/LOCK], push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to enter cloning mode. • “CLONE M” appears. e Push [PTT] on the “master” transceiver.
OTHER FUNCTIONS 12 ■ Resetting 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 either or both procedures below. D All reset D Partial reset q Push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF.
13 TROUBLESHOOTING If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. PROBLEM No power comes ON. POSSIBLE CAUSE • The batteries are exhausted. • The battery polarity is reversed. SOLUTION • Replace the batteries or charge the battery pack. • Check the battery polarity. • Rotate [VOL] to suitable level. No sound comes from the • Volume level is too low.
SPECIFICATIONS D General • Frequency coverage* : Version A band Europe, U.K. (unit: MHz) B band Tx: 144–146, 430–440 Rx: 0.495–999.990 Tx: 144–146, 430–440 Rx: 118–174, 350–470 Italy Tx: 144–146, 430–434, 435–438 Rx: 0.495–29.995, 50–51, 76–136.995, 144–146, 430–434, 435–438 Tx: 144–146, 430–434, 435–438 Rx: 118–136.995, 144–146, 430–434, 435–438 France Tx: 144–146, 430–440 Rx: 0.495–29.995, 50–52, 76–136.995, 144–146, 430–440 Tx: 144–146, 430–440 Rx: 118–136.
14 SPECIFICATIONS D Receiver • Receive system : FM/AM Double-conversion superheterodyne WFM Triple-conversion superheterodyne • Intermediate frequencies : 1st A band 61.65 MHz/59.25 MHz (WFM) B band 46.35 MHz 2nd 450 kHz/13.35 MHz (WFM) 3rd 1.95 MHz (WFM only) • Sensitivity (except spurious points): AM (1 kHz/30% Mod.; 10 dB S/N) 0.495–4.995 MHz 1.3 µV typ. 5.000–29.995 MHz 0.56 µV typ. 118.000–137.000 MHz 0.5 µV typ. 222.000–246.995 MHz 0.79 µV typ. 247.000–329.995 MHz 1 µV typ. FM (1 kHz/3.5 kHz Dev.
OPTIONS • UT-121 DIGITAL UNIT Provides DV mode operation for IC-E91. • RS-91 REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE Allows you to operate the transceiver, as well as the easy memory management from the connected PC for Microsoft® Windows® 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP with an RS-232C (COM) port. In addition, low-speed data communication is enabled with this software for DV mode operation. A data communication cable, OPC-1529R, is supplied with the software. • BC-139 DESKTOP CHARGER Rapidly charges BP-217 Li-ion battery pack in 2.
15 OPTIONS ■ Optional UT-121 installation RECOMMENDATION: Critical technique is necessary for the UT-121 installation, therefore, we recommend you to install it at your dealer or service center. • Upper view q w The optional UT-121 is installed inside the unit holder which is located under the battery pack/case’s space. Install the optional UT-121 as following procedures. q Unscrew 2 screws to remove the unit cover.
OPTIONS 15 ■ Optional HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL MICROPHONE The optional HM-75A allows you to remotely select operating frequencies, memory channels, etc. Remote control functions can be selected from 3 settings. These can be selected with “MIC SIMPLE MODE” in set mode. (p. 89) MENU screen ➪ SET MODE ➪ MIC SIMPLE MODE (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.
16 CE INSTALLATION NOTES • When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 2.5 to 5 centimeters away from your mouth. Keep antenna at least 2.5 centimeters from your head and body. • If you wear a potable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters from your body when transmitting.
CE 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. Düsseldorf 21st Apr.
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