Icom IC-M506EURO User manual

VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

AdvancedFixedMountVHFwithAIS
andNMEA2000Connectivity
VOICE RECORDING
AIS RECEIVER
INTEGRATED
NMEA 2000
Integrated AIS Receiver
With an integrated AIS receiver, the IC-M506EURO
can show real-time AIS vessel traffic information on the
display. The AIS target call function allows you to easily
set up a DSC individual call. The Plotter, Target list and
Danger list can be toggled on the display.
NMEA 2000™Connectivity
With the plug-and-play functionality of NMEA 2000, the
IC-M506EURO can easily connect to a NMEA 2000
network. The IC-M506EURO can receive and transmit
GPS (position, course (COG) and speed (SOG)), AIS
report and DSC call information data and transmit radio
frequency and PGN list data on the network. Using this
function, the IC-M506EURO can convert NMEA 0183
GPS data to NMEA 2000 data for other equipment.
Last Call Voice Recording
The last call voice recording function automatically saves
the last two minutes of the last incoming call. You can re-
play the received call, and not miss any incoming call.
Active Noise Cancelling
Using digital signal processing technology, the built-in
Using digital signal processing technology, the built-in
bidirectional active noise cancelling provides superb
bidirectional active noise cancelling provides superb
performance. It reduces background noise to up to 90%
performance. It reduces background noise to up to 90%
in the received signal and 30% fixed in the transmit-
in the received signal and 30% fixed in the transmit-
ting signal. The function OFF setting is also possible.
ting signal. The function OFF setting is also possible.
Intuitive Menu-Driven User Interface
The intuitive software key functions provide easy and
fast operation to control
the multiple functions of
the IC-M506EURO. The
bottom line of the dot-ma-
trix display shows the
software key functions
which can be toggled with
the left and right buttons.
25W Two-Way Hailer
When connected to an external hailer horn, you can
talk to people on the deck or shore from the radio’s mi-
crophone and can hear people’s reply via the hailer
speaker. The RX hailer function allows you to monitor
the received audio from the hailer horn. 25W amplifier
increases your talk power making your communication
loud and clear.
Built-in Horn (Automatic & Manual)
Foghorn feature is built-in via the external Hailer horn.
Four horn patterns are selectable for the automatic
horn function.
AIS plotter display Target list example
Functions menu
USERINTERFACE
INTUITIVE
HAILER
25W TWO-WAY
HORN
NOISE CANCEL
ACTIVE
VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

Full Control and Intercom
The optional COMMANDMIC, HM-195B/
SW provides 2nd station capability for
using the IC-M506EURO from up to
18.3m (60ft)* away such as a separate
cabin or tower. Most functions including
DSC and AIS functions can be controlled
from the COMMANDMIC and can be used
as an intercom with the IC-M506EURO.
One COMMANDMIC can be used.
* Two optional OPC-1541 extension cables required.
IPX7 Waterproof Construction
The HM-195B/SW withstands submersion
in up to 1m depth of water for 30 minutes.
Optional COMMANDMIC™for 2nd Station Capability
Receiver
Same Menu-Driven
User Interface with IC-M506EURO
The HM-195B/SW provides same user
interface with the IC-M506EURO.
The
directional keypad and softkey buttons
allow you to perform various operations
and settings. The audio and backlight
levels can be set independently from the
IC-M506EURO.
Other Features
• External speaker connection
• Remote power ON/OFF function
• Black and super white color version
ITU Class D DSC (Meets ITU-R M493-13)
The built-in DSC watch function monitors Ch. 70 (DSC
channel) activity, even while you are receiving another
channel. DSC functions include: distress, individual, group,
all ships, urgency, safety, position request/report, polling re-
quest and DSC test calls. Up to 100 DSC address IDs can
be programmed.
Rear Microphone Version*
With this version, the microphone connector is drawn from
the rear panel and a 6.1m (20ft) microphone extension cable
is supplied to
allow you clean
and neat panel
installation.
* Ask your dealer
for details.
IPX8 Advanced Waterproof
The IC-M506EURO and supplied HM-205B/RB microphone
can withstand 1m (3.2ft) depth of water for 60 minutes.
Other Features
• Simple remote control speaker-microphone, HM-205B/RB
• 15W audio output power (with external speaker)
• AquaQuake™ draining function
• Optional voice scrambler, UT-112 for private conversation
• MA-500TR AIS transponder and
MarineCommander™ compatible
VERSION
REAR MICROPHONE
NEW INTERFACE FULL CONTROL
WATERPROOF
IPX7
ADVANCED WATERPROOF
IPX8
BUILT-IN
CLASS D DSC
“Distress” button on
the back of the unit

VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Frequency range Tx
Rx
CH70
AIS1, 2
156.000–161.450MHz
156.000–163.425MHz
156.525MHz
161.975, 162.025MHz
Usable channels
INT, USA* channels
* Available depending on version
Type of emission 16K0G3E (FM),
16K0G2B (DSC)
Power supply requirement 13.8V DC (10.8–15.6V DC)
Current drain (at 13.8V DC)
Tx 25W output
Rx AF Max
External SP
Internal SP
5.5A
5.0A (RX hailer ON)
1.5A
Operating temperature range –20°C to +60°C
Antenna impedance 50Ω(SO-239)
Weight (approx.) 1400g; 3.09lb
TRANSMITTER
Output power (at 13.8V DC) 25W, 1W
Max. frequency deviation ±5.0kHz
Frequency stability Less than ±0.5kHz
Spurious emissions
Less than 0.25μW
RECEIVER
Intermediate frequency
CH70
1st 30.15MHz, 2nd 450kHz
1st 21.7MHz, 2nd 450kHz
Sensitivity
CH70
–5dBμ emf typ. (20dB SINAD)
–4dBμ emf typ. (1% BER)
Adjacent channel
selectivity CH70 (1% BER)
More than 75dB
More than 73dBμ emf
Spurious response
CH70 (1% BER)
More than 75dB
More than 73dBμ emf
Intermodulation
CH70 (1% BER)
More than 75dB
More than 68dBμ emf
Hum and noise More than 40dB
Audio output power
(at 10% distortion)
More than 15W
with a 4ΩRX speaker
Measurements made in accordance with EN301 025-2, -3. All stated
specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
The IC-M506EURO and HM-205B/RB have been tested to and passed the
following MIL-STD requirements and strict environmental standards.
Standard MIL 810 G
Method Procedure
Low Pressure 500.5 I, II
High Temperature 501.5 I, II
Low Temperature 502.5 I, II
Temperature Shock 503.5 I–C
Solar Radiation 505.5 I
Rain 506.5 I
Humidity 507.5 II
Salt Fog 509.5 –
Dust Blowing 510.5 I
Immersion 512.5 I
Vibration 514.6 I
Shock 516.6 I, IV
Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D, -E and -G.
Applicable IP Rating
Ingress Protection Standard
Water IPX8 (1 m depth water for 60 minutes)
VOICE SCRAMBLER
UNIT
OPTIONS Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details.
OPC-1541 HM-205B/RB
EXTENSION CABLE for
COMMANDMIC, HM-195B/SW
FLUSH MOUNT KITS
6.1m (20ft) extension cable.
Up to two cables available.
Provides up to 32 codes
for private conversation.
HM-205RB is for rear
microphone version.
SPEAKER-MICROPHONE
COMMANDMIC™
• 6.1m (20ft) of cable • Microphone hanger
• Mounting base for connector
MB-75
UT-112
MB-132
Unit: mm
25 104
93.4
113.9
178.9
113.8
157
DIMENSIONS REAR PANEL VIEW
Supplied accessories:
• Hand hanger • DC power cable • Mounting bracket kit
HM-195B
(Black)
HM-195SW
(Super white)
Supplied accessories
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NMEA 0183
IN/OUT
NMEA 2000
DC power,
AF OUT leads
COMMANDMIC
Rear microphone
NMEA 0183
IN/OUT
NMEA 2000
DC power,
AF OUT leads
COMMANDMIC
Rear Microphone Version
Front Microphone version