Icom IC-F3162D series User manual

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Thank you for choosing the IC-F3162DT/IC-F3162DS
vhf dpmr handheld transceivers or IC-F4162DT/
IC-F4162DS uhf dpmr handheld transceivers.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and
completely before using your transceiver.
INSTRUCTIONS
VHF dPMR HANDHELD TRANSCEIVERS
Iç-F4162D series
UHF dPMR HANDHELD TRANSCEIVERS
Iç-F3162D series
A-7212D-1EU-wPrinted in Japan
© 2015–2016 Icom Inc.
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
Battery pack Belt clip
Connector cover
(with screw)
Flexible antenna
(This illustration is
for the UHF type.)
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
This instruction sheet includes some functions which are
usable only when they are preset by your dealer. Ask your
dealer for details.
See the operating guide for details of the dPMR™ (digital
Private Mobile Radio) and the BIIS (Binary Interchange
of Information and Signaling) 1200 system operations.
Ask your dealer for details.
FOREWORD
Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain,
Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries.
dPMR and the dPMR logo are trademarks of the dPMR MoU Association.
All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
FUNCTION DISPLAY
qSIGNAL STRENGTH ICON
Displays the relative receive signal strength.
wLOW POWER ICON
Displayed when low output power is selected.
• When the battery charge decreases to a specified level, low
power is automatically selected.
eSPEAKER/TELEPHONE ICON
➥Displayed when the channel is in the ‘audible’
(unmute) mode.
➥Displayed when a matched signal is received.
➥“” is displayed when connecting to a telephone line.
r SCRAMBLER ICON
Displayed when the Voice Scrambler function is ON.
t SCAN ICON
Displayed while scanning.
y MESSAGE ICON
➥Displayed when a received message (Short Data
Message or Status Message) is stored in the stack
memory.
➥Blinks when an unread message is in the stack
memory.
u BELL ICON
Displayed when a matched signal is received, depending
on the presetting.
i GPS/COMPANDER ICON
➥Displayed when the GPS receiver acquires the GPS
signal from a satellite and the GPS Indicator is set to
ON.
➥“ ” is displayed when the Compander function is
activated and the GPS Indicator is set to OFF.
o BATTERY ICON
Displays the battery level.
Indication
Battery level Full Mid Charging
required
Exhausted
Battery
blinks when the battery is over charged.
blinks when the battery is exhausted.
• This icon may not be displayed, depending on the presetting.
!0 ALPHANUMERIC READOUT
➥Displays the operating channel number, channel
name, Menu contents, DTMF code, and so on.
➥Depending on the presetting, characters are displayed
in 1 line or 2 lines on the display.
• In this instruction manual, the display illustration is
described as having characters displayed in 2 lines.
!1 KEY ICONS
Display the assigned function of the [P0], [P1], [P2] and
[P3] front panel keys.
001 ch-01
IC-F3162D
MENU
ENTBACK
PRIVAT E
ID 0000002
dPMRCLRMENUCALL
0001
1234
CALL MONTXCEBIIS
CLR
CONTACT
ENTBACK
CONTACT
qwe rt y u i o
!0
!1
DAbout the LED indicator
• Lights red while transmitting.
• Lights green while receiving a signal, or when
the squelch is open.
• Blinks red when the battery is exhausted.
DAbout the Multi-connector
CAUTION: Attach the connector cover
when an optional accessory is not used.
The illustration is of the 10-key type transceivers.
* Dealer assignable
PANEL DESCRIPTION
Antenna
connector
[Rotary Selector]
[Emer]*
[Side1]*
[PTT]
[Side2]*
[Side3]*
10-keypad
[P0]*, [P1]*,
[P2]*, [P3]*
Function display
Microphone
Speaker
LED indicator
Multi-connector
[VOL]
DTurning power ON
Before using the transceiver for the first time, the battery
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and
operation. See the back page of this sheet.
➥Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power.
NOTE:
• If the transceiver is programmed for a start up password,
input the digit codes as directed by your dealer.
• The battery type must be selected, according to the
attached battery type, when tuning the transceiver ON.
See the operating guide for details of entering the
password or selecting the battery type.
BASIC OPERATION
DReceiving and Transmitting
Receiving:
qSelect a channel.
➥Rotate [Rotary selector].
➥Push [CH Up] or [CH Down].
➥Push one of the direct channel select keys,
[MR-CH 1] to [MR-CH 4].
wWhen receiving a call, rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio
output level to a comfortable listening level.
Transmitting:
CAUTION: Attach an antenna before transmitting.
Transmitting without an antenna may damage the
transceiver.
Wait until the channel is clear to avoid interference.
qWhile holding down [PTT], speak at a normal voice level.
wRelease [PTT] to receive.
IMPORTANT:
To maximize the readability of your signal:
1. After pushing [PTT], pause briefly before you start
speaking.
2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm from your mouth, then
speak at a normal voice level.
Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or
performance of any Icom or non-Icom equipment, if the
malfunction is because of:
• Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earthquakes,
storms, floods, lightning, other natural disasters, disturbances,
riots, war, or radioactive contamination.
• The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that is not
manufactured or approved by Icom.

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BATTERY CHARGING
DRapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-106
You can rapidly charges the Li-ion battery pack with the
optional BC-119N.
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232H
The following items are additionally required.
• AD-106 charger adapter (purchase separately)
• A power adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N,
depending on the charger version) or the OPC-515L/
CP-23L DC power cable.
Power adapter
(A different type, or no
power adapter is sup-
plied, depending on the
charger’s version.)
Optional OPC-515L* (for a
13.8 V power source) or
CP-23L (for a 12 V cigarette
lighter socket) can be used
instead of the power adapter.
CAUTION: NEVER connect the OPC-
515L to a power source using reverse
polarity. This will ruin the battery charger.
White line: Black line:
*
Battery
pack
AD-106 charger
adapter is
installed
in the BC-119N.
Transceiver
Tu rn OFF
the power
DCharging with the BC-160/BC-171
You can rapidly charge the Li-ion battery pack with the
BC-160, or regularly charge the pack with the BC-171.
•Charging time
BC-160: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232H
BC-171: Approximately 4 hours for the BP-230N
Approximately 11.5 hours for the BP-232H
The following items are additionally required:
• A power adapter (may be supplied with the charger,
depending on the charger version) or the OPC-515L/
CP-23L DC power cable.
Power adapter
(A different type, or no power adapter is supplied,
depending on the charger’s version.)
Battery
pack
T
ransceiver
Tu rn power
OFF
Optional
OPC-515L* (for a
13.8
V power source) or
CP-23L
(for a 12 V cigarette
lighter
socket) can be used
instead of the po
wer adapter.
CAUTION: NEVER
connect the OPC-
515L to a power
source using reverse
polarity. This will ruin
the battery charger.
White line:
Black line :
*
DAD-106 installation
You must install the AD-106 charger adapter into the
BC-119N desktop charger or BC-121N multi-charger
before charging any batteries.
q Connect the AD-106 and the BC-119N/BC-121N.
wInstall the AD-106 into the holder space of the BC-119N/
BC-121N with the supplied screws.
Screws
supplied
with the
charger
adapter
AD-106
Plugs
Sockets
This illustration sho
ws
the BC-119N.
DRapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-106
You can charge up to 6 battery packs with the optional
BC-121N.
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232H
The following items are additionally required.
(purchase separately)
• Six AD-106 charger adapters
• BC-157S power adapter or the OPC-656 DC power cable
Transceiver
Battery
pack
AD-106 charger
adapters are installed
in each slot.
Power adapter
Turn OFF the power
OPC-656* DC power cable
Connect to a 13.8 V, 7 A (min.)
power supply
*Polarity of the OPC-656
Red line: Black line:
DBATTERY PACKS
• BP-232H li-ion battery pack
Voltage: 7.4 V, Capacity: 2250 mAh (min.) 2300 mAh (typical)
Battery life: Approximately 14 hours*
• BP-232N li-ion battery pack
Voltage: 7.4 V, Capacity: 1900 mAh (min.) 2000 mAh (typical)
Battery life: Approximately 12 hours*
• BP-230N li-ion battery pack
Voltage: 7.4 V, Capacity: 950 mAh (min.) 980 mAh (typical)
Battery life: Approximately 7.35 hours*
* When the Power Save function is ON, and the operating periods
are calculated under the following conditions:
TX:RX:standby = 5:5:90
• BP-240/BP-261 battery case
BP-240: For AAA (LR03) ×6 alkaline
BP-261: For AA (LR6) ×6 alkaline
BP-240 and BP-261 have IPX4 waterproof protection. When in
use, the transceiver’s waterproof rating meets IPX4.
DDC CABLES
• CP-23L cigarette lighter cable
Used when charging battery packs through a 12 V cigarette lighter
socket. For use with the BC-119N/BC-160/BC-171 chargers.
• OPC-515L/OPC-656 dc power cables
Used when charging battery packs using a 13.8 V DC power
source instead of the power adapter.
OPC-515L: For the BC-119N/BC-160/BC-171
OPC-656: For the BC-121N/BC-197
DCHARGERS
• BC-119N desktop charger + AD-106 charger adapter
+ BC-145S power adapter
For rapidly charging of battery packs.
A power adapter may be supplied, depending on the charger’s version.
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232H.
• BC-121N multi-charger + AD-106 charger adapter (6 pcs.)
+ BC-157S ac adapter
For rapidly charging of up to 6 battery packs simultaneously.
Six AD-106s are required.
A power adapter or a DC power source must be purchased separately.
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232H.
• BC-197 multi-charger + AD-122 charger adapter (6 pcs.)
+ BC-157S ac adapter
For rapidly charging of up to 6 battery packs simultaneously.
Six AD-122s are required.
A power adapter or a DC power source must be purchased separately.
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232H.
• BC-160 desktop charger + BC-145S power adapter
For rapidly charging of battery packs.
A power adapter may be supplied, depending on the charger’s version.
Charging time: Approximately 3.5 hours for the BP-232H.
• BC-171 desktop charger + BC-147S power adapter
For regularly charging of battery packs.
A power adapter may be supplied, depending on the charger’s version.
Charging time: Approximately 4 hours for the BP-230N.
Approximately 11.5 hours for the BP-232H.
DBELT CLIPS
• MB-93 swivel belt clip
• MB-94/MB-94R belt clip
Alligator-type belt clip.
• MB-96N/MB-96F leather belt hanger
DANTENNAS
• FA-SC56VS/FA-SC57VS/FA-SC73US stubby antennas
Shorter VHF or UHF antennas.
FA-SC56VS: 150–162 MHz FA-SC57VS: 160–174 MHz
FA-SC73US: 450–490 MHz
• FA-SC25V/FA-SC55V/FA-SC25U/FA-SC57U flexible antennas
VHF or UHF antennas.
FA-SC25V: 136–150 MHz FA-SC55V: 150–174 MHz
FA-SC25U: 400–430 MHz FA-SC57U: 430–470 MHz
• FA-SC61VC/FA-SC61UC cut antennas
FA-SC61VC: 136–174 MHz FA-SC61UC: 380–520 MHz
DOTHERS
• SP-13 earphone
Provides clear receive audio in noisy environment.
• AD-52 earphone adapter
Provides clear receive audio in noisy environment.
• HM-131SC/HM-159SC speaker-microphone
Combination speaker-microphone that provides convenient
operation while hanging the transceiver from your belt.
- The HM-131SC does not have any waterproof protection.
- The HM-159SC is dust-protection and water resistance.* When it is
connected, the transceiver’s waterproof rating is equivalent to IP54.
• HM-169 speaker-microphone
Rugged type speaker-microphone.
• HM-170GP speaker-microphone
GPS speaker-microphone for BIIS mode operation.
• VS-1SC vox/ptt case + HS-94/HS-95/HS-97 headset
VS-1SC : VOX/PTT switch box for hands-free operation, etc.
HS-94 : Ear-hook type
HS-95 : Neck-arm type
HS-97 : Throat microphone
The VS-1SC meets IPX4* requirment for splash resistance. When
it is connected, the transceiver corresponds to IPX4.
• MB-130 vehicle charger bracket
Vehicle mounting bracket for the BC-160 battery charger.
* Once these items have been dropped, dust-protection and water
resistance or the IP rating cannot be guaranteed because of
possible damage to these cases or the waterproof seal.
OPTIONS
BATTERY CHARGING (Continued)
IMPORTANT: Battery charging caution
Ensure the guide tabs on the battery pack are correctly
aligned with the guide rails inside the charger adapter.
This illustration is for the BC-160.
CAUTION:
When using the OPC-656 DC power cable
NEVER reverse the polarity when connecting the
OPC-656 to a power source. This will ruin the battery
charger.
OPC-656: Red line: +,Black line: _
Tabs
Guide rail
Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer
for details.
NOTE: For the instructions on the BC-197 multi-charger,
see the instruction manual supplied with the charger.