INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER iM34 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
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 of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is W ARN ING NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment. This radio has been evaluated for compliance at the distance of 2.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY RECOMMENDATION If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16. CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operation. Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and controllers may become unusable due to salt crystallization. ❍ USING CHANNEL 16 DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE 1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.” 2. “THIS IS ...........................
FOREWORD FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this Icom radio. The IC-M34 VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this radio should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environment, the IC-M34’s submersible construction meets IPX7 of the corresponding International Standard IEC 60529 (2001) while using BP-251 (option) or BP-252.
PRECAUTIONS RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ......................................... i IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ..................................................... ii RECOMMENDATION ............................................................... ii FOREWORD ............................................................................ iii IMPORTANT ............................................................................ iii EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..........................................................
OPERATING RULES D Priorities • Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others. • You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. 1 (2) OPERATOR’S LICENSE A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio is not required for safety purposes.
2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ■ Supplied accessories Handstrap Battery pack Battery charger (with 2 screws) Antenna AC adapter (Depending on version) D Handstrap Pass the handstrap through the loop on the side of the transceiver as illustrated at right. This facilitates carrying. Belt clip D Belt clip Attach/detach the belt clip to the transceiver as illustrated below. ■ Attachments D Flexible antenna Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna connector.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2 ï Battery pack To remove the battery pack: Turn the screw counterclockwise one quarter turn, then pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below. NOTE: When removing or attaching the battery pack, use a coin or standard screwdriver to loosen or tighten the bottom screw. To attach the battery pack: Insert the battery pack in the IC-M34 completely, then turn the screw clockwise one quarter turn.
3 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front, top and side panels q w e !2 Speaker Microphone !1 !0 o 4 Function display (pgs. 6, 7) r t y u i q POWER SWITCH [PWR] Push and hold to turn power ON and OFF. w SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC] (p. 25) Connects the optional external speaker-microphone. NOTE: Attach the [SP MIC] cap when the optional speaker-microphone is not used. Otherwise, water will get into the transceiver. q q Attach the [SP MIC] cap. w w Then rotate it clockwise completely.
PANEL DESCRIPTION t FAVORITE/TAG KEY [FAV•TAG] ➥ While pushing and holding this key, push [Y]/[Z] to select the favorite (TAG) channels with ignoring untagged channels in the selected channel group in sequence. (p. 8) • Pushing this key only advances the displayed TAG channel. ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to set or clear the displayed channel as a TAG (scanned) channel. (p.
3 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display q w e r t t LOCK INDICATOR (p. 12) Appears while the lock function is activated. y u i o !8 !7 !0 !6 !1 !2 !5 !4 !3 q TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 10) Appears while transmitting. w BUSY INDICATOR ➥ Appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. (p. 10) ➥ Blinks while monitoring. (p. 13) e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 15) Appears when a TAG channel is selected. r CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 8) Appears when the call channel is selected.
PANEL DESCRIPTION !1 SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR Shows the squelch level. !2 VOLUME LEVEL INDICATOR ➥ Shows the volume level. ➥ Blinks when the volume mute is activated. (p. 11) 3 !8 LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 10) ➥ “LOW” appears when low power is selected. ➥ “LOW” blinks when switching forced low power mode because of a high temperature error or low voltage. 3 !3 VOLUME LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR (p. 11) Blinks while adjusting the volume level. !4 SQUELCH LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR (p.
4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Channel selection IMPORTANT!: Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power OFF while charging. D Channel 16 Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It used for establishing initial contact with a station and for emergency communications. Channel 16 is monitored during both Dualwatch and Tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16.
BASIC OPERATION 4 D U.S.A., International and Canadian channels D Weather channels The IC-M34 is pre-programmed with 59 U.S.A., 59 International and 63 Canadian channels. These channel groups may be specified for the operating area. The IC-M34 has 10 pre-programmed weather channels. These are used for monitoring broadcasts from the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). q Push [CH/WX] to select a regular channel.
4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. q Push and hold [PWR] to turn power ON. w Set the audio and squelch levels. Z] several times to open the squelch. ➥ Push [SQL], and push [Z Y]/[Z Z] to adjust the volume level. ➥ Push [VOL], then push [Y Y] until the noise disappears. ➥ Push [SQL], and push [Y Y]/[Z Z] to select the desired channel. e Push [Y • When receiving a signal, “ ” appears and audio is emitted from the speaker.
BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Call channel programming ■ Adjusting the volume level Call channel is used to access Channel 9 (default), however, you can program the call channel with your most often-used channels in each channel group for quick recall. Y]/[Z Z]. The volume level can be adjusted with [VOL] and [Y q Push and hold [U/I/C] (CH/WX) for 1 sec. several times to select the desired channel group (U.S.A., International or Canada) to be programmed. (p. 9) w Push and hold [9] (16) for 1 sec.
4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Adjusting the squelch level ■ Lock function Y]/[Z Z] keys as To adjust the IC-M34’s squelch level, use the [Y described below. In order to receive signals properly, as well as for the scan to function effectively, the squelch must be adjusted to the proper level. This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT], Y]/[Z Z]*) to [SQL•MONI], [VOL•MUTE], [H/L•LOCK] and [Y prevent accidental channel changes and function access. Y]/[Z Z].
BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Monitor function The monitor function opens the squelch. See p. 5 for details of the monitor key action. ➥ The monitor function activates while pushing and holding [MONI] (SQL). •“ 4 ” blinks and audio is emitted. Blinks while the monitor function is used. Push and hold ■ AquaQuake water draining function The IC-M34 uses a new technology to clear water away from the speaker grill: AquaQuake.
5 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan types Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and normal scan. In addition, the weather alert and auto scan functions are available for standby convenience. These functions can be activated simultaneously, depending on the setting in set mode. (pgs. 18, 19) Choose priority or normal scan in set mode. (p.
SCAN OPERATION 5 ■ Setting TAG channels ■ Starting a scan For more efficient scanning, set the desired channels as TAG channels or clear the TAG setting from unwanted channels. Channels that are not tagged will be skipped during scanning. TAG channels can be assigned to each channel group (U.S.A., International and Canada) independently. Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer and auto scan function in advance, using set mode. (pgs.
6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH ■ Description ■ Operation Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving on another channel; Tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the call channel while receiving another channel. Dualwatch/Triwatch is convenient for monitoring Channel 16 when you are operating on another channel. q Select Dualwatch or Tri-watch in set mode. (p. 19) w Select the desired channel. e Push and hold [DUAL] (SCAN) for 1 sec. to start Dualwatch or Tri-watch (depending on set mode setting).
SET MODE 7 ■ Set mode programming D Set mode operation Set mode is used to change the settings for 12 transceiver functions: beep tone function, weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer, auto scan function, dual/triwatch function, monitor key action, automatic backlighting, LCD contrast setting, power save function, squelch sensitivity and low fix function*. q Turn power OFF. w While pushing [SQL], turn power ON to enter set mode. • “bP” appears.
7 SET MODE ■ Set mode items D Beep tone function “bP” Select the key touch beep sound from ON or US, or turn sound OFF. • US : The preset beeps (e.g. do, re, mi) sound • ON : A fixed beep sounds (default) • OFF: Silent operation D Priority scan function “Pr” The transceiver has 2 scan types— normal (OFF) and priority (ON) scans. Normal scan searches all TAG channels in the selected channel group. Priority scan searches all TAG channels in sequence while monitoring Channel 16.
7 SET MODE D Auto scan function “AS” D Monitor key action “Sq” The auto scan function starts the desired scan automatically when no signal is received, and no operation is performed for 30 sec. The monitor key opens the squelch temporarily. This key action contains PUSH (Pu) or HOLD (Ho) settings as shown below. Push • Pu (PUSH): After pushing [MONI] (SQL) for 1 sec., the squelch opens and emits audio. The squelch is held open while continuously pushing and holding [MONI] (SQL).
7 SET MODE D LCD contrast setting “LC” Set the LCD contrast level from High contrast or Low contrast. D Squelch sensitivity “SS” When this function is turned ON, rejection of noise is improved so that the squelch is not easily affected by noise. NOTE: The LCD contrast level between High contrast and Low contrast makes no difference indoors.
BATTERY CHARGING 8 ■ Battery 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 pack with Icom radios or Icom charger. Only Icom battery pack is tested and approved for use and charge with Icom radios or Icom charger.
8 BATTERY CHARGING WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor. WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the battery. WARNING! NEVER put the battery in a microwave oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker.
BATTERY CHARGING 8 ■ Supplied battery charger ■ Optional battery case ï Charging connections When you would like to use the optional AAA(LR03) size battery case (BP-251), install the batteries as illustrated below. Be sure to observe the correct polarity. Do not charge batteries other than the BP-252. q Attach the BC-173 to a flat surface, such as a desk, if desired. w Connect the AC adapter as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger.
8 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Optional battery charger D BC-162 installation • To a desktop Supplied screws D Charging • To a wall Supplied screws q Connect the AC adapter as shown below. w Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger. • The charge indicator lights orange. • The charge indicator blinks orange (or red) when the protector is activated. e Charge the battery pack approx. 2 hours, depending on the remaining battery charge.
OPTIONAL SPEAKER-MICROPHONE ■ HM-165 descriptions Alligator type clip To attach the speaker-mic. to your shirt or collar, etc. PTT switch Transmits during push. Receives during release. Microphone Speaker Turn the transceiver power OFF when connecting the HM-165. NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector becomes wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the speaker-microphone, as shown in the diagram above.
10 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION p. 23 p. 3 No sound from speaker. • Squelch level is too high. • Volume level is too low. p. 12 p. 11 • Speaker has been exposed to water. • Set squelch to the threshold point. Y]/[Z Z] after pushing [VOL] to set a • Push [Y suitable level. • Drain water from the speaker. Transmitting is impossi- • Some channels are for low power or re- • Change channels. ble, or high power can ceive only. • Recharge the battery pack. • The battery is exhausted.
VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST Channel number USA INT CAN 01 01 01A 02 02 03 03 03A 04 04A 05 05A 05A 06 06 06 07 07A 07A 08 08 08 09 09 09 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 13* 13* 13 14 14 14 15* 15* 15* 16 16 16 17 17* 17* 18 18A 18A 19 19A 19A 20 20 20* 20A * Low power only. Frequency (MHz) Transmit Receive 156.050 160.650 156.050 156.050 156.100 160.700 156.150 160.750 156.150 156.150 156.200 160.800 156.200 156.200 156.250 160.850 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 156.350 160.950 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.400 156.
12 SPECIFICATIONS ï GENERAL • Frequency coverage • Mode • Channel spacing • Power supply requirement • Current drain (at 7.4 V DC) • Frequency stability • Useable temperature range • Dimensions (Projections not included) • Weight ï RECEIVER : Transmit 156.025–157.425 MHz Receive 156.050–163.275 MHz : FM (16K0G3E) : 25 kHz : BP-251 and BP-252 only : TX High (5 W) 1.5 A TX Low (1 W) 0.7 A Max. audio 0.2 A Power save 20 mA typical : ±10 ppm (–20°C to +60°C) : –20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F : 62 (W) × 141.
OPTIONS D BATTERY CASE AND PACK • BP-251 BATTERY CASE Battery case for 5 × AAA (LR03) alkaline cells. Output power level: 2 W • BP-252 Li-Ion BATTERY PACK 7.4 V/980 mAh Li-Ion battery pack. D CHARGERS • BC-173 DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-174A/E AC ADAPTER Used for regular charging of battery pack. An AC adapter is supplied with the charger depending on versions. Charging time: approx. 10 hours • BC-162 DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-145* AC ADAPTER Used for rapid charging of battery pack. Charging time: approx. 2 hours.
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