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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page i (1,1) IMPORTANT PRECAUTION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com- RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. pletely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F111/F121 VHF TRANSCEIVER and IC-F211/F221 UHF TRANSCEIVER.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page ii (1,1) TABLE OF CONTENTS USE the supplied microphone only. Other microphones have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver. DO NOT use or place the transceiver in areas with temperatures below –22°F (–30°C) or above +140°F (+60°C), or in areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard. AVOID operating the transceiver without running the vehicle’s engine.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 1 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 1 (1,1) PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel q w y t q AF VOLUME CONTROL KNOB Rotate the knob to adjust the audio output level. • Minimum audio level is pre-programmed. w FUNCTION DISPLAY Displays a variety of information, such as an operating channel number/name, 5-tone code, DTMF numbers and audible condition, etc. NOTE: The above functions depend on pre-programming. 1 e r e UP/DOWN [ ]/[ ] KEYS ➥Push to select the operating channel.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 2 (1,1) 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION t DEALER-PROGRAMMABLE KEYS [P0] to [P3] Desired functions can be programmed independently by your dealer. y MICROPHONE CONNECTOR Connect the supplied microphone or optional DTMF microphone for SmarTrunk IITM operation here. NEVER connect non-specified microphones. The pin assignments may be different and the transceiver may be damaged. D MICROPHONE The supplied microphone has a PTT switch and a hanger hook.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 1 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 3 (1,1) PANEL DESCRIPTION u 2/5TONE INDICATOR Appears when the specified 2/5-tone call is received. ■ Programmable function keys i ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY Displays the CH number, 5-tone indication, DTMF numbers, Audible indication, etc. The following functions can be assigned to [P0], [P1], [P2], [P3], [ ] and [ ] programmable function keys. Consult your Icom dealer for details concerning your transceiver’s programming.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 4 (1,1) PANEL DESCRIPTION ¡ SCAN START/STOP KEY Push this key to start scanning; and push again SCAN A to stop. SCAN B NOTE: Place the microphone on hook to start scanning. Take the microphone off hook to stop scanning. ¡ SCAN TAG KEY Adds or deletes the selected channel to the scan TAG group. ¡ PRIORITY CHANNEL KEYS Push these keys to select priority A or priority B PRI A channel, respectively.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 1 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 5 (1,1) PANEL DESCRIPTION ¡ OUTPUT POWER SELECTION KEYS Select the transmit output power temporarily, or H/L permanently, depending on the pre-setting. • Contact your dealer for the output power level for each selection. ¡ TALK AROUND KEY Turns the talk around function ON and OFF. TA ¡ CALL KEY Transmit a 2-tone, 5-tone code. CALL CAL A CAL B • Call transmission is necessary before you call another station depending on your signaling system.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 6 (1,1) PANEL DESCRIPTION ¡ SCRAMBLER KEY ➥ Push and hold to turn the voice scrambler funcSCRM tion ON. ➥ Push this key to turn the voice scrambler function OFF. NOTE: • The optional UT-109 (#02) or UT-110 (#02) VOICE SCRAMBLER UNIT is required. – UT-109: Non-rolling type. 32 codes are available. – UT-110: Rolling type. Provides higher communication security. 1020 (4 groups × 255) codes are available.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM 2 Page 7 (1,1) OPERATION ■ Turning power ON ■ Channel selection q Push [ Several types of channel selection are available. The methods may differ according to your system setup. ] to turn the power ON. w If the transceiver is programmed for a start up passcode, input the digit codes as directed by your dealer. • The keys in the table below can be used for password input: • The transceiver detects numbers in the same block as identical.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 8 (1,1) OPERATION 2 ■ Receiving and transmitting RECEIVING: q Push [ ] to turn the power ON. w Push [ ] and [ ] to select a channel. e When receiving a call, adjust the audio output level to a comfortable listening level. TRANSMITTING: r Take the microphone off hook. • 2-tone, 5-tone mute may be released. (The ‘audible’ condition is selected and “ ” appears.) • A priority channel may be selected automatically. t Wait for the channel to become clear.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 2 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 9 (1,1) OPERATION D TX code channel selection D DTMF transmission If the transceiver has a [TX CH] key, the display can be toggled between the operating channel number (or name) and TX code channel number (or name). When the TX code channel number (or name) is displayed, the [ ]/[ ] keys select the TX code channel. If the transceiver has a [DTMF] key, the automatic DTMF transmission function is available. Up to 7 DTMF channels may be available.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 10 (1,1) OPERATION 2 D User set mode User set mode is accessed at power ON and allows you to set seldom-changed settings. In this case you can “customize” transceiver operation to suit your preferences and operating style. Entering the user set mode: q While pushing and holding [ ] and [ ], push [POWER] to enter user set mode ON, allowing you to set seldomchanged settings. w Push and hold [P0] to select the appropriate item.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 3 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 11 (1,1) OPTIONAL SmarTrunk II™ OPERATION ■ SmarTrunk II™ and conventional modes This transceiver is capable of SmarTrunk II™ functions. The optional UT-105 allows communication in conventional channels or SmarTrunk II™ channels. Select a channel bank for SmarTrunk II™ before trunking operation. • Push [BANK] several times to select a channel bank for conventional channels or SmarTrunk II™ channels.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 12 (1,1) OPTIONAL SmarTrunk II™ OPERATION 3 D Terminating a call D System busy indication After completing a call, push [#] to disconnect (hang up). If all channels are busy, three low beeps sound after you initiate a call. Try the call again later. IMPORTANT!: If one person in the conversation terminates a call, all participants will be cut off. D Last number re-dial Push [M] 2 times to automatically re-dial the last called number.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 4 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 13 (1,1) CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Rear panel and connection w Optional speaker (SP-22) Antenna R C A U T I O N ! N E V E R r emove the fuse-holder from the DC power cable. red: black: + q 12V Battery To the antenna connector NEVER connect to a 24 V battery. t NOTE: Use the terminals as shown below for the cable connections.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 14 (1,1) CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE q ANTENNA CONNECTOR Connects to an antenna. Contact your dealer about antenna selection and placement. ■ Supplied Accessories q w e r w MICROPHONE HANGER Connect the supplied microphone hanger to the vehicle’s ground for microphone on/off hook functions. (See p. 2) t EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK Connect a 4–8 Ω external speaker, if desired. t KEY-STICKER y e DC POWER RECEPTACLE Connects to a 12 V DC battery.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 4 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 15 (1,1) CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Mounting the transceiver The universal mounting bracket supplied with your transceiver allows overhead mounting. • Mount the transceiver securely with the 4 supplied screws to a thick surface which can support more than 1.5 kg. Flat washer ■ Optional UT-105, UT-108 or UT-111 installation Install the optional UT-105, UT-108 or UT-111 unit as follows: q Turn the power OFF, then disconnect the DC power cable.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 16 (1,1) CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Optional UT-109 or UT-110 installation 4 ■ Optional OPC-617 installation Install the OPC-617 as shown below. q Turn the power OFF, then disconnect the DC power cable. w Unscrew the 4 cover screws, then remove the bottom cover. e Cut the pattern on the PCB at the TX mic circuit (MIC) and RX AF circuit (DISC) as shown below.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 4 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 17 (1,1) CONNECTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Antenna A key element in the performance of any communication system is an antenna. Contact your dealer about antennas and the best places to mount them. ■ Fuse replacement Two fuses are installed in the supplied DC power cable. If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, track down the source of the problem if possible, and replace the damaged fuse with a new rated one.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 18 (1,1) OPTIONS 5 SP-22 EXTERNAL SPEAKER Compact and easy-to-install. Input impedance : 4 Ω Max. input power : 5 W HM-100N/HM-100TN/HM-152/HM-152T/HM-148 • HM-100TN/HM-152T : DTMF microphone • HM-148 : Heavy duty microphone SM-25 Desktop microphone. UT-105 SmarTrunk IITM Logic Board Provides SmarTrunk IITM capabilities. UT-108 DTMF DECODER UNIT Provides pager and code squelch capabilities.
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!IC-F111_F121_F211_F221_2.qxd 6 05.6.13 1:44 PM Page 19 (1,1) SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware W ARN ING of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment.
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