Operation Manual

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

• DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna at-

tached, as this may damaged the radio and may also cause

you to exceed FCC and IC RF exposure limits. A proper an-

tenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufac-

turer or antenna speciﬁcally authorized by the manufacturer

for use with this radio.

• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time

(“50% duty cycle”). “50% duty cycle” is also applicable to

VOX/PTT mode. Transmitting more than 50% of the time can

cause FCC and IC RF exposure compliance requirements

to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “LED

indicator” lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit by

pressing the “PTT” switch or VOX function.

• ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away

from the body when transmitting and only use the Icom

belt-clip which is listed on page 33 when attaching the ra-

dio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC and IC RF exposure

compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the

recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold

the antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and

slightly off to one side.

The information listed above provides the user with the information needed

to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that

this radio operates with the FCC and IC RF exposure limits of this radio.

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can

possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such

interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.

DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electro-

magnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.

Occupational/Controlled Use

The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed as

consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully aware

of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure.