Icom IC-F3201DEX Installation guide

A-7166D-1EX Printed in Japan
© 2014 Icom Inc.
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
Thank you for choosing the IC-F3201DEX, IC-
F3202DEX and IC-F3203DEX v h f digital/a n a l o g
t r a n s c e i v e r s or IC-F4201DEX, IC-F4202DEX and
IC-F4203DEX u h f digital/a n a l o g t r a n s c e i v e r s .
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and complete-
ly before using your transceiver.
BASIC INSTRUCTIONS
VHF DIGITAL/ANALOG TRANSCEIVER
Iç-F4200DEX series
UHF DIGITAL/ANALOG TRANSCEIVER
Iç-F3200DEX series
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
• This instruction sheet includes some functions which are
usable only when they are preset by your dealer. Ask your
dealer for details.
• To use in explosive atmospheres, read the leaet “SAFETY
MANUAL” comes with the transceiver.
See the operating instructions for details of other func-
tions, IDAS™ dPMR™ system and IDAS™ NXDN™ sys-
tem operations. Ask your dealer for details.
FOREWORD
Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor-
porated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany,
France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
IDAS and the IDAS logo are trademarks of Icom Incorporated.
dPMR and the dPMR logo are trademarks of the dPMR MoU Association.
NXDN is a trademark of Icom Incorporated and JVC Kenwood Corporation.
All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective holders.
Battery pack*
Belt clip* Connector cover
(with screws)
Battery charger* Power adapter*
Flexible antenna
(This illustration is for the VHF type.)
BATTERY CHARGING
IMPORTANT:
Ensure the grooves on the battery pack are correctly aligned
with the guide rails inside the charger.
Guide rail
Grooves
The BC-212EX rapidly charges the Li-ion battery pack.
Charging time: Approximately 2.5 hours (for the BP-277EX)
Following item is additionally required:
• A power adapter (not supplied with some versions)
Status indicator
• Lights orange:
While charging.
• Lights green:
Charging is completed.
Power adapter
(A different type, or
no power adapter
is supplied, de-
pending on the
charger version.)
Battery pack
Transceiver
Tu rn OFF the power
*Not supplied, or the shape is different, depending on the
transceiver’s version.

PANEL DESCRIPTION
Turning power OND
Prior to using the battery pack for the first time, or after not
using it for a long time, you must fully charge the pack for
optimum battery life and operation. See the back page of this
sheet.
Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power.➥
BASIC OPERATION
Receiving and TransmittingD
Receiving:
Select a channel.q
Rotate [ROTARY SELECTOR].➥
Push one of the memory channel keys, [MR-CH 1] to➥
[MR-CH 4].
When receiving a call, rotate [VOL] to adjust the audiow
output level to a comfortable listening level.
NOTE: When a matched RX code signal is received, the
transceiver automatically transmits its microphone audio
for a specified time period, depending on the presetting.
Ask your dealer for details.
Transmitting:
CAUTION: Attach an antenna before transmitting. Trans-
mitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver.
Wait until the channel is clear to avoid interference.
While holding down [PTT], speak at a normal voice level.q
Release [PTT] to receive.w
NOTE:
To maximize the readability of your signal:
1. After pushing [PTT], pause briey before you start
speaking.
2. Hold the microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) from
your mouth, then speak at a normal voice level.
[ROTARY
SELECTOR]
[VOL]
Status indicator
Speaker
Multi connector
Microphone
[PTT]
Upper key*
Lower key*
Antenna
connector
• BP-277EX l i -i o n b at t e r y p a c k
Voltage: 7.4 V
Capacity: 1800 mAh (min.) 1900 mAh (typ.)
Battery life: <VHF> 21.5 hrs. (Digital), 21 hrs. (Analog)
<UHF> 19 hrs. (Digital/Analog)
When the power save function is turned ON, and the
operating time is calculated under the following condi-
tions. (TX : RX : standby = 5 : 5 : 90)
• MB-94EX b e l t c l i p
Exclusive alligator-type belt clip.
• BC-212EX d e s k t o p c h a r g e r + BC-123S a c a d a p t e r
Charging time: Approximately 2.5 hours for the BP-277EX.
• HM-203EX s p e a k e r -m i c r o p h o n e
Combination speaker microphone that provides convenient
operation while hanging the transceiver on your belt.
• FA-SC25U/FA-SC57U/FA-SC72U/FA-SC01U
FA-SC25V/FA-SC55V a n t e n n a s
FA-SC25U: 400–430 MHz, FA-SC57U: 430–470 MHz
FA-SC72U: 470–520 MHz, FA-SC01U: 350–400 MHz
FA-SC25V: 136–155 MHz, FA-SC55V: 146–174 MHz
Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal perfor-
mance when used with an Icom transceiver.
Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Icom
transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment
that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.
Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask
your dealer for details.
OPTIONS
* Dealer assignable
CAUTION:
Attach the connector cover when
the optional accessory is not
used. Otherwise, the terminals
of the multi-connector may be
shorted, and this could damage
the transceiver.
Connector
cover