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VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
i91A
VHF/UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
i91AD
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CEL-
LULAR RADIO TELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED
UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.
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■ Auto power ON ……………………………………………… 116
■ Time-out timer ……………………………………………… 116 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
■ PTT lock ……………………………………………………… 116
■ Cloning function …………………………………………… 117
The following accessories are supplied with the transceiver.
■ [MIC/SP] jacks ……………………………………………… 117
■ Resetting …………………………………………………… 118 q Hand strap ………………………………………………… 1
w Antenna …………………………………………………… 1
13 TROUBLESHOOTING ………………………………………… 119 e Battery pack* ……………………………………………… 1
14 SPECIFICATIONS ……………………………………… 120–121 r Battery charger* …………………………………………… 1
t Belt clip (with screws) ………………………………… 1 set
15 OPTIONS ………………………………………………… 122–124
■ Optional UT-121 installation ……………………………… 123 *Not supplied with some versions.
■ Optional HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL MICROPHONE ……… 124
q w e r
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ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT 1
■ Antenna ■ Handstrap 1
Insert the supplied antenna into the Slide the handstrap through the loop
antenna connector and screw down on the top of the belt clip as illustrated
Jack cover the antenna as shown at left. at left to facilitate carrying the
NEVER carry the transceiver by hold- transceiver.
ing the antenna.
■ Belt clip
• Charge the Li-Ion battery pack before use. (pgs. 10, 11)
Battery pack/
Battery case
Supplied screws*
*NOTE:
USE the supplied screws q
only. Using screws lon-
ger than specified could
damage the transceiver. w
Latch
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
D KEYPAD
KEY Pushed momentarily Pushed and held for 1 sec.
• Inputs digit ‘1’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • Displays the simple band scope for a single sweep. (p. 23)
etc.
• While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “1.”
• Inputs digit ‘2’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • Starts a scan. (p. 75)
etc.
• While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “2.”
• Inputs digit ‘3’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • Toggles the transmit output power between high and low. (p. 24)
etc. - “LOW” appears when low power is selected.
• While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “3.” - While pushing and holding this key, with [DIAL] rotation selects
the output power.
• Inputs digit ‘4’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • Activates the following duplex functions in order.
etc. - Minus duplex operation— “–DUP” appears.
• While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “4.” - Plus duplex operation— “+DUP” appears.
- Simplex operation— no duplex indicator appears.
- While pushing and holding this key, with [DIAL] rotation selects
the duplex function.
• Inputs digit ‘5’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • Turn the frequency skip function ON and OFF in VFO mode, or
etc. set the memory channel as the following skip channel in memory
• While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “5.” mode in order (p. 79).
- Skip channel— “SKIP” appears.
- Frequency skip channel— “PSKIP” appears.
- Non-skip channel— no skip indicator appears.
• Inputs digit ‘6’ for frequency input, memory channel selection, • Turn the memory name or bank name indication ON and OFF.
etc. (p. 70)
• While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “6.”
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
■ Function display
• Single band indication q BATTERY INDICATOR (pgs. 10, 12)
q w e r t y
➥“ ” (battery indicators) appear when the Li-Ion bat-
tery pack is attached.
-DUP DSQL ➥ “ ” appears when the battery pack must be charged.
!7 DV PRIO EMR u ➥ The indicators show “ ,” “ ” and “ ” in se-
!6 B 439 706 25 i
quence while charging the attached battery pack.
w DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 29)
!5 MemoName PSKIP o “+DUP” appears when plus duplex, “–DUP” appears when
!4 µ 000 !0 minus duplex is selected.
!3 LOW
ATT e PRIORITY WATCH INDICATOR (p. 83)
Appears when priority watch is in use.
!2 !1
r TONE INDICATORS
• Dualwatch indication • While operating in FM mode;
!6 i e o
➥ “TONE” appears while the subaudible tone encoder is
PS in use. (pgs. 29, 106)
➥ “TSQL” appears while the tone squelch function is in
88 100 25 PRIO
µ 000
t
!0 use. (p. 110)
!7
q ➥ “DTCS” appears while the DTCS squelch function is in
use. (p. 110)
y !1 !4 !8 ➥ “S” appears with the “TSQL” or “DTCS” indicator
!6 w r e o while the pocket beep function (with CTCSS or DTCS) is
-DUP DTCS PS in use. (p. 111)
i 439 70675 µ
PRIO
000 !0
• While operating in DV mode;
➥ “DSQL” appears while the call sign squelch function is
!7
!3 in use. (p. 110)
➥ “CSQL” appears while the digital code squelch function
!2 !1 !4 !8 is in use. (p. 110)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2
■ Caution
Misuse of Lithium-Ion batteries may result in the follow- • R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery to rain, snow,
ing hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet
Misuse can also cause damage to the battery or degra- battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before
using. The battery is not waterproof.
dation of battery performance.
• R DANGER! NEVER incinerate an used battery pack since
internal battery gas may cause it to rupture, or may cause
• R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery an explosion.
packs with Icom radios. Only Icom battery packs are tested
• R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery terminals, or
and approved for use with Icom radios. Using third-party or
NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gen-
counterfeit battery packs may cause smoke, fire, or cause
eration, and the battery may burst, emit smoke or catch fire.
the battery to burst.
• R DANGER! Use the battery only with the transceiver for
which it is specified. Never use a battery with any other
D Battery caution
equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this in-
• R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the bat- struction manual.
tery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely impacted
• R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery gets in your
or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to heavy
eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean
pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the outside
water, without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.
of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does not show
cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the battery may • WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery if it emits an
rupture or catch fire. abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any
of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or dis-
• R DANGER! NEVER use or leave battery pack in areas
tributor.
with temperatures above +60˚C (+140˚F). High temperature
buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fires or • WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part
stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight may of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the
cause the battery to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temper- battery.
atures may also degrade battery performance or shorten
battery life.
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BATTERY CHARGING 3
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3 BATTERY CHARGING
■ Regular charging
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery • BC-167A/D
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
D Battery indicators
to AC outlet
The indicators show “ ,” “ ” and “ ” in sequence Transceiver
while charging, and both indicators disappear when com- • CP-12L (Optional)
pletely charged.
D Charging note to
[DC IN]
• Be sure to turn the transceiver power OFF.
Otherwise the battery pack will not be charged completely or takes to cigarette lighter
longer charging time periods. socket (12 V DC)
• CP-19R (Optional)
• External DC power operation becomes possible when using
an optional CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L. The attached
battery pack is also charged simultaneously, except during Turn power OFF while
transmit. (see p. 11 for more details) charging the battery
• The external DC power supply voltage must be within pack.
10–16 V to charge the battery pack and operation when
using an optional OPC-254L. • Charging time period: • OPC-254L (Optional)
Approx. 6 hours
to 12 V DC
(power supply)
Black: _
White: +
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BATTERY CHARGING 3
■ Rapid charging
The optional BC-139 provides rapid charging of the battery Transceiver
pack. (with battery pack)
Battery pack
3
• Charging period: 2.5 hours (with BP-217) Turn power OFF.
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3 BATTERY CHARGING
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BATTERY CHARGING 3
D Operating note
• Power supply range is between 10.0–16.0 V DC. to cigarette lighter
socket (12 V DC)
NEVER CONNECT OVER 16 V DC directly into the [DC IN] • CP-19R (Optional)
to
jack of the transceiver.
[DC IN]
• BE SURE to use CP-12L,CP-19R or OPC-254L when con-
necting a regulated 12 V DC power supply.
Use an external DC-DC converter to connect the transceiver
through optional CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L to a 24 V
DC power source.
• OPC-254L (Optional)
• The voltage of the external power supply must be within
10–16 V DC when using either CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC- to 12 V DC
254L, otherwise, use the battery pack. (power supply)
• Up to 5 W (approx.) of maximum output power is provided
with the external DC power operation, however, when the Black: _
supplied voltage exceeds 14 V, the built-in protection circuit
activates to reduce the transmit output power to 0.5 W (ap- White: +
prox.).
• Disconnect the power cables from the transceiver when not
using it. Otherwise, the vehicle battery will become ex-
hausted.
• The power save function is deactivated automatically during
external DC power operation.
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4 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING
LOW
µ 000 440 00050 µPRIO000
EM
ATT FM
Push
Push Push
LOW
µ 000 440 00050 µPRIO000
EM
ATT FM
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FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING 4
■ Mode selection
D VFO mode D Memory mode
VFO mode is used to set the desired frequency. Memory mode is used for operation on memory channels
which store programmed frequencies.
➥ Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. 4
q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
µ
• “µ ” appears when memory mode is selected.
• VFO mode indication
+DUP DTCS
FM PRIO WX EMR • Memory mode indication
A
146 010 25 +DUP DTCS
FM PRIO WX EMR
MemoName P
146 010 25
SKIP
A
µ 000
LOW
ATT MemoName P SKIP
µ 000
LOW
ATT
Appear
What is VFO?
VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator. Fre- w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
quencies for both transmitting and receiving are generated • Only programmed memory channels can be selected.
and controlled by the VFO. • Enter the memory channel directly to select the desired memory
channel. (p. 64)
• See p. 66 for memory programming details.
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4 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING
µ TV
LOW
ATT
16
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING 4
17
VHF air band 144 MHz band 300 MHz band 400 MHz band
18
19
17
4 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING
A
146 010 25 A
146 010 25
P SKIP
µ 000
SET-TS:5.0kHz After pushing and holding
[MHz](VFO) for 1 sec.,
5 kHz tuning step [DIAL] changes the frequen-
cy in 1 MHz/10 MHz steps.
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FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING 4
A
FM PRIO WX
146 520 25 A
FM PRIO WX
079 300 25 A
FM PRIO WX
146 240 25 12
13
+DUP DTCS +DUP DTCS
FM PRIO WX FM PRIO WX
14
A
146 520 25 A
079 300 25
15
• Editting to 684 kHz 16
+DUP DTCS
000 684 25 17
kHz digit may not acceptable as input. In 18
this case, enter “0” as 1 kHz digit, then ro-
tate [DIAL] to set the desired frequency. 19
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5 BASIC OPERATION
Maximum setting
e Select band
q [PWR]
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BASIC OPERATION 5
+DUP DTCS
FM PRIO WX EMR
Appears.
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
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BASIC OPERATION 5
■ Band scope 1
The band scope function allows you to visually check a spec- D Continuous sweep 2
ified frequency range around the center frequency. q Set the desired frequency as band scope center frequency.
3
w Push and hold [SCOPE](1) for 3 sec. to start continuous
About the sweep steps: The specified tuning step in each 4
sweep.
frequency band (in VFO mode) or programmed tuning step
• 2 short beeps sound after 1 short and 1 long beeps.
(in memory mode) is used during sweep. 5
• Signal conditions (strengths) appear starting from the center of
+DUP DTCS the range. 6
FM PRIO WX EMR
e Push and hold [SCOPE](1) for 1 sec. to cancel sweep.
A
B 145 780 25 • Pushing [SQL] also cancels sweep.
7
µ
P SKIP
000 r Push [VFO] to return to normal operation. 8
9
10
Band scope indication Sweep marker +DUP DTCS
FM PRIO WX EMR
A
B 145 780 25 11
D Single sweep
µ
P SKIP
000 12
q Set the desired frequency as band scope center frequency. 13
w Push and hold [SCOPE](1) for 1 sec. to start a single 14
sweep.
• 1 short and 1 long beeps sound. The receive audio during sweeping can be muted in 15
• Signal conditions (strengths) appear starting from the center of sounds set mode. See page 102 for details. 16
the range.
e Rotate [DIAL] to set the highlighted cursor to the desired 17
signal and set the frequency of the signal. 18
r Push [VFO] to return to normal operation.
19
23
5 BASIC OPERATION
LOW
Microphone LOW
Tx/Rx indicator
24
BASIC OPERATION 5
MemoName P SKIP 12
µ 000
LOW
ATT
+DUP DTCS W PS
13
146 010 25 µPRIO000 14
FM
+DUP DTCS
FM
+DUP DTCS W PS
PRIO
146 010 25 µ 000
VOL
+DUP DTCS W PS
FM
10
+DUP DTCS W PS
PRIO
11
146 010 25 µ 000
SQUELCH:AUTO
+DUP DTCS W PS
12
440 00075 µPRIO000
EM
13
FM
■ TV channel operation
TV channel operation is available only when TV channels are w Rotate [DIAL] to select the channel to be skipped.
programmed using the optional RS-91. (p. 122) Also available • To clear the skip setting, rotate [DIAL] while pushing and holding
for A band operation only. [BAND] to select a skip channel.
e Push and hold [SKIP](5) for 1 sec. to toggle the skip set-
D TV channel receiving ting ON and OFF.
• “SKIP” appears when the channel is set as skip channel.
q Push [CALL] several times to select TV channels.
• “TV” and channel number appear. [DIAL]
Appears
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
+DUP DTCS
• While pushing and holding [BAND], rotating [DIAL] selects the WFM PRIO WX EMR
all channels including skip channel. A
12 ch 25
MemoName P SKIP
LOW
µ TV D Automatic TV channel programming
ATT
TV channels can be programmed automatically.
q Push [CALL] several times to +DUP DTCS
WFM PRIO WX EMR
Unwanted channels can be skipped for rapid selection, etc. pear. MemoName P SKIP
µ TV
LOW
q Push [CALL] several times to select TV channels. w Push [SCAN](2) to start TV ATT
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REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS 6
■ Repeater operation 1
When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from e Push and hold [TONE](7) for 1 2
the receive frequency by the offset frequency. (p. 97) It is con- sec. to activate the subaudible
venient to program repeater information into memory chan- tone encoder, according to re-
3
nels. (p. 66) peater requirements. 4
Repeater • “TONE” appears.
Uplink Refer to p. 107 for tone frequency 5
144.700 MHz 144.700 MHz
(transmitting freq.)
Downlink
settings. 6
145.300 MHz
(receiving freq.) r Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
145.300 MHz
• The displayed frequency automati- 7
cally changes to the transmit frequency (repeater input fre-
Station A Station B quency).
8
• If “OFF” appears, check the offset frequency or shift direction. 9
(p. 30)
q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). While receiving While transmitting 10
w Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or -DUP TONE
FM
-DUP TONE
FM 11
+DUP; see p. 31 for details.)
A
145 300 A
144700
• When the auto repeater function is in use (U.S.A. and Korean
P SKIP P SKIP 12
versions only), this selection and step e are not necessary. 13
(p. 32)
t Release [PTT] to receive.
“–DUP”or “+DUP” appears. 14
y Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station’s
-DUP TONE
FM
transmit signal can be directly received or not. 15
A
145300 U.S.A. and Korean versions: 16
Auto repeater function uses standard values of the re- 17
peater tone frequency and offset frequency.
18
19
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6 REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS
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REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS 6
■ Duplex operation 1
Although [DIAL] and [ï](5) are used for description in this D Setting duplex direction 2
∫](2)/[√
section, [∫ √](8) and [≈
≈](6) are available instead of ➥ Push and hold [DUP](4) for 1 sec. to select “–DUP” or 3
[DIAL] and [ï](5). “+DUP”.
• “–DUP” or “+DUP” indicates the transmit frequency for minus 4
D Setting offset frequency shift or plus shift, respectively. 5
q Enter “OFFSET FREQ” in DUP/TONE… set mode. (p. 97) • When offset frequency is 0.6 MHz.
6
MENU screen ➪ DUP/TONE… ➪ OFFSET FREQ
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) 7
w Rotate [DIAL]† to set offset frequency. 8
• 1 MHz and 10 MHz tuning steps are available by pushing and
holding [MHz](VFO) for 1 sec.: push [MHz](VFO) to cancel it.
9
e Push [ï](5) (or [ΩΩ](4)) to return to DUP/TONE… set mode, 10
and push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
11
No offset frequency 5.0 MHz offset U.S.A. and Korean versions: 12
OFFSET FREQ OFFSET FREQ
0.000.00 5.000.00
–Duplex example +Duplex example 13
Receiving Receiving
A
-DUP TONE
FM
145300 A
+DUP TONE
FM
145300
14
P SKIP P SKIP
15
Transmitting Transmitting
-DUP TONE
FM
+DUP TONE
FM
16
A
144700 A
145900
P SKIP P SKIP 17
18
Auto repeater function has priority over the manual duplex
setting. If the frequency changes after setting, the auto re- 19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
peater function may have changed the duplex setting.
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6 REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS
• Korean version
FREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION
439.000–440.000 MHz “–DUP” appears
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REPEATER AND DUPLEX OPERATIONS 6
■ 1750 Hz tone 1
Some European repeaters require a 1750 Hz tone burst to be i Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. 2
accessed. For such European repeaters, perform the follow- o Release [PTT] to receive.
ing. !0 Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station’s
3
• This tone can be use as a ‘Call signal’ in countries out of Europe. transmit signal can be received directly or not, by listening 4
on the repeater input frequency.
q Push and hold [DTMF.M](.) for 1 sec. to select DTMF 5
memory.
6
DTMF MEMORY
r Ch01 7
8
w Rotate [DIAL]† counter-clockwise until “T-CALL” appears. 9
DTMF MEMORY
r T-CALL 10
11
e Push [ï](5) to set. 12
r Push [VFO] to exit DTMF memory.
t Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). 13
y Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or 14
+DUP; see p. 31 for details.)
u While pushing [PTT], push [SQL] to transmit a 1750 Hz 15
tone burst signal.
16
• If “OFF” appears, check the offset frequency or shift direction.
(p. 97) 17
• The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit
frequency (repeater input frequency).
18
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8)
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7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
Although [DIAL] and [ï](5) are used for description in this D Your own call sign programming
∫](2)/[√
section, [∫ √](8) and [≈
≈](6) are available instead of Your own call sign must be programmed for both digital voice
[DIAL] and [ï](5). and low-speed data communications (including GPS transmis-
sion).
■ Call sign programming e Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired call sign memory,
“M01” to “M06.”
Four types of call sign memories are available; your own call r Push [≈
≈](6) to enter call sign programming mode.
sign “MY CALL SIGN,” other station call sign “YOUR CALL • The 1st digit blinks.
SIGN,” repeater call sign “RPT1 CALL SIGN” and “RPT2 MY CALL SIGN
CALL SIGN.” “MY CALL SIGN” can store up to 6 call signs, r M01 AB
†
“YOUR CALL SIGN” can store up to 60 call signs and /
:SET CLR:CLR
“RPT1/2 CALL SIGN” can store up to 60 call signs, and each :SEL A/a:CHAR
call sign can be programmed with up to 8 characters. :CUR
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DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
1
y Push [≈ ≈](6) to select 2nd digit, then rotate [DIAL]† to se- !0 Push [ï](5) to store the programmed call sign with note
lect the desired character or code. and returns to MY CALL SIGN screen. 2
• Push [≈≈](6) to move the cursor right; push [Ω
Ω](4) to move the !1 Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication. 3
cursor left.
• 2nd digit blinks (1st digit stops blinking). 4
MY CALL SIGN
r M01 AB
5
M†
/
6
:SET CLR:CLR
:SEL
:CUR
A/a:CHAR
7
u Repeat the steps t and y to enter your own call sign. 8
• Up to a 8-digit of call sign can be set. 9
• If an un-necessary character is entered, push [≈≈](6) or [Ω
Ω](4) to
select the character, then push [CLR](1) to erase the selected 10
character, or push and hold [CLR](1) for 1 sec. to erase all char-
acters following the cursor. 11
• When programming a note (Up to a 4-digit for operating radio
type or area, etc.), go to step i, otherwise go to step !0.
12
i Push [≈≈](6) several times to set the cursor beside “/” indi- 13
cation.
o Repeat steps t to y to program the desired 4-character 14
note. 15
MY CALL SIGN
r M01 16
MYCALL
/IC91
:SET :SEL
17
:BACK :EDIT
CLR:CLR 18
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
35
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
36
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
38
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
R1:
CALL SIGN 8
r UR:CQCQCQ
R2:NOT USE*
MY:MYCALL
R1: 9
R2:NOT USE*
/IC91
MY:MYCALL 10
/IC91
nPush [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication. 11
m Perform the instruction steps t and y on page 38. nPush [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
m Perform the instruction step t and y on page 38. 12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
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7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
■ About D-STAR system For current repeater operation, stations that are communicat-
ing must both be in the same repeater’s operating area.
In the D-STAR system, repeater linking via a 10 GHz band However, in the D-STAR system as in the illustration at left,
backbone and internet network (gateway connection) capa- the repeaters can be linked via the system repeaters (with a
bilities are available. This system provides you to with much 10 GHz signal). Thus stations A and B can communicate even
wider coverage range during digital voice mode operation. though they are in different repeater operating areas.
• D-STAR system outline Also, the D-STAR system repeaters are connectable through
the internet— gateway connection capability.
For example, when station B uses the gateway connection
Repeater A 10 GHz
station B can communicate with the station C!
Repeater B By using the gateway connection, long distance communica-
440 MHz tion like DX operation may be possible with 144 or 440 MHz
440 MHz digital voice!
10 GHz Repeater D
Repeater C
About time-out timer function
440 MHz The IC-91A/91AD has a time-out timer function for digital
440 MHz
repeater operation. The timer limits a continuous transmis-
sion for approx. 10 min. Warning beeps will sound before
Station C Station D
30 sec. (approx.) and just before the timer functioning.
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DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
• Setting example 1 1
2
Zone
3
4
Area 1 Repeater 1 Area 2 Repeater 2 Area 3 Repeater 3 Area 4 Repeater 4
: A11111 : A22222 (Gateway) : A33333 : A44444
5
6
7
Station A Station C
: A2222A Station B
Internet : A4444C 8
: A2222B
network 9
✔ What is the area? ✔ What is the zone?
The Area is the communication range that is The Zone is composed of several areas, that 10
covered by a local repeater. are linked by the 10 GHz microwave signal.
A Local repeater is called an area repeater in to another Zone The areas 1 to 4 make up a zone in the exam- 11
the D-STAR system. ple above.
12
13
14
15
❑ The setting when Station A is call- ❑ The setting when Station A is mak- ❑ The setting when Station A is call- 16
ing Station B ing a CQ call in area 1 ing Station C
UR : A2222B UR : CQCQCQ UR : A4444C 17
R1 : A22222 R1 : A22222 R1 : A22222 18
R2 : NOT USEQ R2 : A11111 R2 : A44444
MY : A2222A MY : A2222A MY : A2222A
19
43
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
44
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
• Setting example 2 1
Zone A
2
Repeater 3 3
Area 1 Area 2 : A33333 Area 4
Area 3
(Gateway)
4
Repeater 1 Repeater 2 Repeater 4
: A11111 : A22222 : A44444 5
Station A 6
: A2222A Station B
Internet : A3333B 7
network 8
Zone B 9
10
Area 5 Area 6 Area 8 11
Repeater 5 Area 7
: B55555 (Gateway)
Repeater 6 Repeater 7 Repeater 8 12
: B66666 : B77777 : B88888
13
Station C
: B6666C 14
15
❑ The setting when Station A is call- ❑ The setting when Station A is mak- ❑ The setting when Station B is call- 16
ing Station C ing a CQ call in area 8 ing Station C
UR : B6666C UR : /B88888 UR : B6666C 17
R1 : A22222 R1 : A22222 R1 : A33333 G 18
R2 : A33333 G R2 : A33333 G R2 : NOT USE✱
MY : A2222A MY : A2222A MY : A3333B
19
45
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
■ Received call sign • Station call sign • Called station call sign
RX CALL SIGN RX CALL SIGN
When a call is received in DV mode, the calling station and r RX01 r RX01
the repeater call signs being used can be stored into the re- CALLER: CALLED:
AAAAAA CQCQCQ
ceived call record. The stored call signs are viewable in the /
:CALLED :SEL :RXRPT1 :SEL
following manner. :COPY CLR:CLR :COPY CLR:CLR
48
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
1
• When “SELECT” is set to “EDIT RECORD” item 2
r Push [≈
≈](6) to select the call sign programming mode.
• The 1st digit of the selected call sign blinks.
3
tEdit or modify the selected call sign as described in “D Sta- 4
tion call sign programming” (p. 36) or “D Repeater call sign
programming” (p. 41). 5
yPush [ï](5). 6
• Call sign channel number blinks.
YOUR CALL SIGN
7
rU21 AB Call sign channel
AAAAA1 number bliks.
8
:SET
:SEL
CLR:CLR
A/a:CHAR
9
:CUR 0:CQ
10
uRotate [DIAL]†
to select the desired call sign channel to 11
store.
iPush [ï](5) to store the edited/modified call sign into the 12
selected channel.
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
49
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
LIST SEL
:BACK :SEL
:BACK :SEL
:LIST C:CURR
:LIST
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
50
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
■ Message operation
D TX message programming
TX messages are available for up to 5 channels and each r Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired character or symbol.
channel can be programmed with a message of up to 20 • Push [A/a](3) to change the character group from “AB” (alpha-
characters. Available characters are 0 to 9, A to Z (capital let- betical characters; capital letters), “ab” (alphabetical characters;
ters), a to z (lower case letters), some symbols and space. lower case letters), “12” (numbers) and “ !” ” (symbols) in se-
quence.
q Enter “TX MESSAGE” in message/position set mode. • If an un-necessary character is entered, push [≈ ≈](6) or [Ω
Ω](4) to
select the character, then push [CLR](1) to erase the selected
MENU screen ➪ MESSAGE/POSITION ➪ TX MESSAGE
character, or push and hold [CLR](1) for 1 sec. to erase all char-
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
acters following the cursor.
• TX MESSAGE screen is displayed. tPush [≈
≈](6) to select 2nd digit, then rotate [DIAL]† to select
wRotate [DIAL]† to select the desired transmit message the desired character or code.
channel. • Push [≈≈](6) to move the cursor right; push [Ω
Ω](4) to move the
• Ch01 to Ch05 and OFF are available. cursor left.
• Previously message is displayed if programmed. • 2nd digit blinks (1st digit stops blinking).
e Push [≈
≈](6) to select the message edit condition. y Repeat the steps r and t to enter the desired message.
• The 1st digit of the message blinks. • Up to 20-character messages can be set.
TX MESSAGE TX MESSAGE
rCh01 rCh01 !'
'
† Hello!†
Hello!
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DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
1
D Message Transmission 2
Select the message transmission function ON (Ch01–05) and ✔ For your information 3
OFF. When a message channel is selected, the transceiver The automatic received call sign and/or message indication
transmits a text message (pre-programmed). (default: OFF) can be turned OFF in display set mode, if desired. 4
➥ RX CALL SIGN (p. 100) 5
qSet the operating frequency, call signs and other settings, ➥ RX MESSAGE (p. 101)
such as repeater, as desired in B band. 6
wPerform the steps q to e in “D TX message program-
ming” as at left.
NOTE: Only 1 message can be stored in the IC- 7
91A/91AD. The received message is cleared by turning
eRotate [DIAL]† to select the desired message channel. 8
• “Ch01” to “Ch05” available.
power OFF, or overwritten when another message is re-
• See left-hand pages for message programming. ceived. 9
rPush [ï](5) to set the message for transmission. A transmitted message that includes lower case charac-
ters from the IC-91A/91AD may not be decoded and dis- 10
tPush [PTT] to transmit the selected message.
• The message is transmitted each time [PTT] is pushed. played correctly by the ID-800H, IC-V82/U82, etc. 11
• The message is transmitted each 30 sec. automatically during
continuous transmission. 12
y Release [PTT] to return to receive. 13
uWhen the reply call with a message is received, the call
sign and the message scrolls at the bottom of the function 14
display.
15
DV 16
B 430 712 50
17
MSG:Hello! 18
Scrolls the received message. 19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
53
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
q Select “RX MESSAGE” in message/position set mode. Two methods of replying are available— one is making a
reply call with your own call sign, and other one is making a
MENU screen ➪ MESSAGE/POSITION ➪ RX MESSAGE
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
reply call with reply voice audio that has been recorded in DV
voice memory.
• The received message is displayed in RX MESSAGE screen.
RX MESSAGE
rMESSAGE:
D Automatic reply function setting
q Enter “AUTO REPLY” in DV set mode. (p. 92)
Hello!
MENU screen ➪ DV SET MODE ➪ AUTO REPLY
:BACK :CALLER (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
• AUTO REPLY screen is displayed.
wRotate [DIAL] or push [√
√](8) to display the station call
w Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired reply condition.
sign.
OFF : Deactivate the automatic reply function. (default)
RX MESSAGE
rCALLER:
ON : Reply to the call with your own call sign.
VOICE : Reply to the call with the recorded voice memory.
BBBBBB
AUTO REPLY
/ rOFF
:BACK :MSG
ON
VOICE
ePush [ï](5) or [Ω
Ω](4) to return to MESSAGE/POSITION
screen.
r Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
e Push [ï](5).
• Returns to DV SET MODE screen automatically.
r Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
54
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
1
D Voice memory recording for automatic reply D Play-back or erase the voice memory 2
IMPORTANT! q Push [MENU/LOCK] to select menu mode indication. 3
Deactivate the dualwatch function and set minimum [VOL] wRotate [DIAL]† to select “DV VOICE MEMO,” then push
[ï](5)†. 4
level when recording the DV voice memo.
Otherwise received audio or unwanted noise from A band is eRotate [DIAL]† to select “REPLY VOICE,” then push 5
also recorded into the voice memory. [ï](5)†.
• REPLY VOICE screen is displayed. 6
rTo play-back the recorded voice memory, push [ï](5).
qSelect DV mode in B band, and deactivate the priority ≈](6) to cancel the play-back.
• Push [ï](5) again to pause, push [≈
7
watch (p. 83) and weather alert function (p. 114) if activated. tTo erase the recorded voice memory, push and hold 8
w Enter “REPLY VOICE” in DV voice memo set mode. [CLR](1) for 1 sec.
MENU screen ➪ DV VOICE MEMO ➪ REPLY VOICE 9
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
10
• REPLY VOICE screen is displayed.
11
REPLY VOICE
rREPLY V 12
13
: PTT: ●
:BACK CLR:CLR 14
eWhile pushing and holding [PTT], speak into the micro- 15
phone.
• Up to 10 seconds of message is recordable.
16
• The recording stops after 10 second or when [PTT] is released. 17
r Push [Ω
Ω](4) to return to DV VOICE MEMO screen.
t Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication. 18
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
55
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
to [DATA] to
RS-232C
OPC-1529R
(optional)
56
DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
1
D Low-speed data communication application D Transmission condition setting 2
setting q Enter “DV DATA TX” in DV set mode. (p. 92) 3
Configure the low-speed data communication application as MENU screen ➪ DV SET MODE ➪ DV DATA TX
follows. (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) 4
• Port : The same COM port number as IC- w Rotate [DIAL]† to select “PTT” or “AUTO.” 5
91A/91AD’s ePush [ï](5) (or [Ω
Ω](4)) to return to DV set mode, and push 6
• Baud rate : 38.4 kbps (fixed value) [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
• Data : 8 bit 7
• Parity : None 8
• Stop : 1 bit
• Flow control : Xon/Xoff 9
10
D Low-speed data communication operation
11
NOTE: Confirm that in AUTO, the computer controls when
[PTT] is activated to send data and the user doesn’t have 12
to operate the radio.
13
qSet your own, station call signs, etc. as described in
“■ Digital voice mode operation” (p. 38) and “■ Digital re-
14
peater operation” (p. 41). 15
wRefer to the instructions of the low-speed data communi-
cation application.
16
e To transmit data 17
• With your voice audio, push and hold [PTT] to transmit while
sending data from the PC. Release [PTT] to receive. 18
• Under computer control, see Transmission condition setting at
19
right. †[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
57
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
■ GPS operation
During GPS mode operation, a GPS receiver (RS-232C out- D Sentence formatter setting
put/NMEA format) can be connected to the [DATA] socket of q Enter “GPS MODE” in DV set mode. (p. 94)
the IC-91A/91AD to indicate the current position (Latitude and
MENU screen ➪ DV SET MODE ➪ GPS MODE
Longitude). The position data is transmitted with your voice sig-
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
nals at the same time.
• GPS MODE screen is displayed.
In addition, the GPS message transmission is also available GPS MODE
for the GPS mode operation. OFF
rON
:SENTENCE
to [DATA] GPS
to RS-232C port receiver w Rotate [DIAL]† to select “ON.”
(null modem e Push [ï](5)† to select GPS SENTENCE screen.
adapter is required)
rRotate [DIAL]† to select the desired GPS sentence, then
OPC-1529R push [ï](5).
(optional) • A total 5 sentences, RMC, GGA, GLL, GSA and VTG are avail-
able.
t Rotate [DIAL]† to turn the sentence usage ON and OFF.
yPush [ï](5) (or [Ω Ω](4)) to return to GPS SENTENCE
screen.
uRepeat the steps r to y to set another GPS sentence
usage.
• Up to 3 GPS sentences are usable at the same time.
i Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
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DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
1
D GPS message programming 2
q Enter “GPS” in message/position set mode. t Repeat the steps r and t to enter the desired message. 3
• Up to 20-character messages can be set.
MENU screen ➪ MESSAGE/POSITION ➪ GPS 4
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) GPS MESSAGE
rDATA: AB
• GPS MESSAGE screen is displayed. Hello!†
Hello!
5
w Push [≈
≈](6) to select the message edit condition. :SET CLR:CLR 6
:SEL A/a:CHAR
• The 1st digit of the message blinks. :CUR
GPS MESSAGE
7
rDATA: AB y Push [ï](5) to store the message. 8
† u Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
:SET CLR:CLR 9
:SEL A/a:CHAR
:CUR
10
e Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired character or symbol. 11
• Push [A/a](3) to change the character group from “AB” (alpha-
betical characters; capital letters), “ab” (alphabetical characters; 12
lower case letters), “12” (numbers) and “ !” ” (symbols) in se-
quence. 13
rPush [≈
≈](6) to select 2nd digit, then rotate [DIAL]† to select 14
the desired character or code.
• Push [≈≈](6) to move the cursor right; push [Ω
Ω](4) to move the 15
cursor left.
• 2nd digit blinks (1st digit stops blinking).
16
17
18
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
59
7 DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A)
wRotate [DIAL]† to select the desired position data transmit- wRotate [DIAL]†to select the received position data indica-
ting interval from 5 sec., 10 sec., 30 sec., 1 min., 3 min., tion.
5 min., 10 min., 30 min. and OFF. ePush [ï](5) (or [Ω
Ω](4)) to return to MESSAGE/POSITION
• The position data is transmitted only when [PTT] is pushed with screen.
OFF setting, the data is transmitted automatically once every r Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
5 sec., 10 sec., 30 sec., 1 min., 3 min., 5 min., 10 min. and
30 min. when the appropriate setting is selected.
• The GPS message is also transmitted if programmed.
ePush [ï](5) (or [Ω Ω](4)) to return to DV SET MODE screen.
r Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
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DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
15S/2TRACK
DV 30S/1TRACK
B 440 012 50
qREC TRACK:2 w Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired track size.
10S/3TRACK : Makes 3 tracks and 10 seconds audio
e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired track. can be recorded in each track.
• “✱” is displayed beside the track number when the selected track 15S/2TRACK : Makes 2 tracks and 15 seconds audio
has been recorded.
can be recorded in each track.
r Push [REC] to start recording.
30S/1TRACK : Makes 1 track only and 30 seconds audio
• Track counter (bar meter) is displayed during record.
• The recording is paused automatically when the DV signal is in-
can be recorded in a track.
terrupted or when the DV audio signal cannot be received cor- ePush [ï](5) (or [Ω Ω](4)) to return to DV VOICE MEMO
rectly. Re-starts the recording when the DV audio signal is screen.
received correctly. r Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
t Push [REC] again to stop recording.
• The recording stops automatically when the track becomes full.
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DV MODE OPERATION (Optional UT-121 is required for IC-91A) 7
D DV automatic detect 1
◆ Playing-back and erasing the recorded audio The “DV” mode indicator blinks when a non-DV signal is re-
qSelect DV mode in B band, and deactivate the priority ceived during DV mode operation.
2
watch (p. 83) and weather alert function (p. 114) if activated. The IC-91A/91AD DV automatic detection monitors in FM 3
w Enter “TRACK” in DV voice memo set mode. mode when other than DV mode signal is received.
MENU screen ➪ DV VOICE MEMO ➪ TRACK
4
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) q Enter “AUTO DETECT” in DV set mode. (p. 95) 5
MENU screen ➪ DV SET MODE ➪ AUTO DETECT
• TRACK screen is displayed
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) 6
TRACK
rTRACK:1 * wRotate [DIAL]† to turn the DV automatic detect function ON 7
and OFF.
OFF : “DV” mode indicator blinks, however the trans-
8
:SEL :
:BACK CLR:CLR ceiver receives in DV mode even if non-DV mode 9
signals are received.
eRotate [DIAL]† to select the desired audio track to be play- ON : “DV” mode indicator blinks and the transceiver
10
back or erased.
• “✱” is displayed beside the track number when the selected track
monitors the signal in FM mode. 11
ePush [ï](5) (or [Ω
Ω](4)) to return to DV SET MODE screen
has been recorded.
r Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication. 12
rPush [ï](5) to play-back the recorded audio.
≈](6) to stop play-back.
• Push [ï](5) again to pause, push [≈ 13
tPush and hold [CLR](1) for 1 sec. to erase the recorded NOTE: The received FM audio may be distorted when re-
ceiving an FM signal with DV automatic detect function.
14
audio.
y Push [ΩΩ](4) to return to DV VOICE MEMO screen. 15
u Push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication.
16
17
18
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
63
8 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
MNAME:
SKIP :OFF
Channel 11
66
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 8
Bank channel is
displayed.
68
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 8
Rotate [DIAL] to select Rotate [DIAL] to enter q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
scan edge channel 03A. A , push . wWhile pushing [M.N](6), rotate [DIAL] to select display in-
AM
dication type from bank name, memory name and OFF.
A
127 500 AM
127 500 µ 03A Name indication OFF.
BANK :A-01
µ 03A r BNAME:AI FM
MNAME:
SNAME:
A
127 500
Push µ 03A
for 1 sec.
Enter select memory Enter I and R
write mode. with [DIAL] and . Memory name indication
AM
r 127 500 µ 03A
AM FM
BANK :A-01
127 500 µ 03A [DIAL] A
127 500
BNAME: BANK :A-01
rBNAME:AIR Airport1
MNAME: µ 03A
SNAME: MNAME:
SNAME:
A
FM
145 870
for 1 sec. r 145 870 µ 011 145 000 µ VFO for 1 sec. FM
A
145 870
17
BANK :----
µ 011 MNAME:
PSKIP
18
SKIP :OFF
VFO is selected.
19
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8 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
■ Memory clearing
Contents of programmed memories can be cleared (blanked), VFO mode
if desired. Push or
FM
• Do not hold [S.MW](MR) for more than 2 sec. otherwise the for 1 sec.
memory contents will be copied to VFO. Enter select memory
write mode.
wRotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel to be FM
72
MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS 8
■ Scan types
Scanning searches for signals automatically and makes it There are 7 scan types and 4 resume conditions to suit your
easier to locate new stations for contact or listening purposes. operating needs.
FULL SCAN (p. 75) Repeatedly scans all frequen- SELECTED BAND SCAN Repeatedly scans all frequen-
cies over the entire band. (p. 75) cies over the entire selected
495 999.990
kHz MHz Band Band band.
Some frequency ranges are edge edge
Scan not scanned according to the Scan
Jump
frequency coverage of the
Jump
transceiver’s version.
PROGRAMMED SCAN Repeatedly scans between MEMORY (SKIP) SCAN Repeatedly scans memory
(p. 75) two user-programmed fre- (p. 77) channels except those set as
Band Scan edges Band quencies. Used for checking SKIP skip channel. Skip channels
edge xxA xxB edge
for frequencies within a speci- M1 M2 M3 can be turned ON and OFF
Scan
fied range such as repeater M0 M4
by pushing and holding
output frequencies, etc. SKIP
[SKIP](5) in memory mode.
Jump M 199 M6 M5
ALL/SELECTED BANK Repeatedly scans all bank FREQUENCY/MEMORY Skips unwanted frequencies
SCAN (p. 78) channels or selected bank SKIP FUNCTION (p. 79) or channels that inconve-
SKIP channels. The skip scan is Band Band niently stop scanning. This
A00 A01 A02 also available. edge edge function can be turned ON
A99 A03 Scan and OFF by pushing and
SKIP SKIP SKIP
holding [SKIP](5) in either
A98 A05 A04 Jump
VFO or memory mode.
74
SCAN OPERATION 9
■ Full/band/programmed scan 1
q Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. r To start the scan, release [SCAN](2). 2
• Select the desired frequency band with [BAND], if desired. • Scan pauses when a signal is received.
w Set the squelch level. • Rotate [DIAL] to change the scanning direction, or resumes 3
eWhile pushing and holding [SCAN](2), rotate [DIAL] to se- manually.
• Push [VFO] to stop the scan.
4
lect the desired scanning type.
• “ALL” for full scan; “BAND” for band scan, “PROG-xx (or scan • During full/band scan • During programmed scan
5
name if programmed)” for programmed scan (xx= 0 to 24; pro-
grammed scan edges numbers are only displayed), “DUP” (ap- FM FM
6
pears only when duplex operation is set) for duplex scan.
A
148 800 A
148 800 7
P SKIP P SKIP
P01 8
[DIAL] • Full scan selection
FM 9
A
146 010 10
P SKIP
About the scanning steps: The selected tuning step in
each frequency band (in VFO mode) is used during scan. 11
SCAN:ALL
FM Duplex scan function: Repeatedly scans two frequencies 12
148 800
•ABand scan selection (transmission/reception) during duplex scan operation.
13
P SKIP
FM FM
FM
146 010 µ FM FM
76
SCAN OPERATION 9
■ Memory scan 1
IMPORTANT!: To perform memory scan, 2 or more mem- r Release [SCAN](2) to start the selected scan. 2
ory channels MUST be programmed, otherwise the scan • Scan pauses when a signal is received.
will not start. • Rotate [DIAL] to change the scanning direction, or resumes 3
manually.
qPush [MR] to select memory mode. 4
t To stop the scan, push [VFO].
w Set the squelch level. 5
eWhile pushing and holding [SCAN](2), rotate [DIAL] to se- • During memory scan
lect the desired scanning type. FM 6
• “ALL” for full memory scan; “BAND” for band memory scan, A
148 800 7
“MODE” for mode scan, “DUP” (appears only when duplex oper-
ation is set) for duplex scan. µ 012
8
[DIAL] • All memory scan selection 9
Band memory scan function: Repeatedly scans all 10
FM
memory channels programmed with any frequencies of the
A
146 010 band programmed in the memory channel selected for 11
P SKIP
µ 088 scanning. 12
SCAN:ALL
Mode scan function: Repeatedly scans all memory chan-
FM
nels in which the same operating mode as the selected 13
148 800
•ABand memory scan selection
memory channel has been programmed. 14
P SKIP
µ 088 Duplex scan function: Repeatedly scans two frequencies
SCAN:BAND (transmission/reception) during duplex scan operation.
15
FM 16
148 800
•AMode scan selection
17
P SKIP
µ 088
SCAN:MODE 18
19
77
9 SCAN OPERATION
148 800
•ABank link scan selection
P SKIP
µ A01
SCAN:BANK-LINK
FM
148 800
•ABank scan selection
P SKIP
µ A01
SCAN:BANK-A
µ 020 MNAME: 10
r SKIP :OFF
CLEAR 11
rRotate [DIAL] to select the skip condition from “SKIP,”
12
“P SKIP” or “OFF” for the selected channel. 13
wPush and hold [S.MW](MR) for 1 sec. to enter select mem- • P SKIP: The channel is skipped during memory/bank scan and
ory write mode. the programmed frequency is skipped during VFO scan, 14
such as programmed scan.
• SKIP : The channel is skipped during memory or bank scan.
15
• OFF : The channel is scanned during any scan. 16
(Continue to the next page.)
17
18
19
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9 SCAN OPERATION
tPush and hold [S.MW](MR) for 1 sec. to store the skip con- ✔ CONVENIENT!
dition into the memory. During VFO scanning, such as programmed scan, the skip
• “SKIP” or “P SKIP” indicator appears, according to the skip se-
setting can be programmed into the highest blank memory
lection in the step r.
channel which is automatically selected with the following op-
• Skip channel setting • Program skip setting eration.
FM FM
q Start the VFO scan.
A
145 700 A
145 700 ➥ Push [VFO] to select VFO mode.
SKIP P SKIP • Select the desired frequency band with [BAND], if desired.
µ 033 µ 033
➥ Set the squelch level.
➥ While pushing and holding [SCAN](2), rotate [DIAL] to
“SKIP” appears “P SKIP” appears select the desired scanning type.
• “ALL” for full scan; “BAND” for band scan, “PROG-xx (or scan
name if programmed)” for programmed scan (xx= 0 to 24;
programmed scan edges numbers are only displayed), “DUP”
✔ CONVENIENT! for duplex scan.
The the skip setting can be set with the following operation. ➥ To start the scan, release [SCAN](2).
qSelect the desired memory channel to be set as a skip • Scan pauses when a signal is received.
channel/frequency. • Rotate [DIAL] to change the scanning direction, or resumes
manually.
wWhile pushing [SKIP](5), rotate [DIAL] to select the skip con-
wWhen scan pauses and you want to set the paused fre-
dition from “P SKIP,” “SKIP” and “OFF (no indication).”
quency as a skip frequency.
➥ Push and hold [SKIP](5) for 1 sec. to store the paused
frequency into the highest blank memory channel.
• While pushing and holding [SKIP](5), rotate [DIAL] to select a
skip condition from “SKIP,” “P SKIP” and “OFF.”
• While pushing and holding [SKIP](5), scan pauses; and after
writing the frequency, scan resumes.
80
SCAN OPERATION 9
82
PRIORITY WATCH 10
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
84
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
■ General 1
MENU screen is used for programming infrequently changed rRotate [DIAL] to select the desired value or condition,
†
2
values or conditions of functions. then push [ï](5) to return to the setting item selection
mode.
3
D Entering MENU screen and operation AUTO POWER OFF 4
OFF
e.g.) Set “AUTO power OFF” to 30 minutes. r30MIN 5
q Push [MENU/LOCK] to enter MENU screen. 60MIN
90MIN 6
• MENU groups ***** MENU ***** 120MIN
appear. r SET MODE
SCAN
7
tPush [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication, re-
DUP/TONE...
DISPLAY peat steps w to r to set another items. 8
SOUNDS [DIAL] 9
wRotate [DIAL]† to select the desired menu group, then 10
push [ï](5)†.
• Setting items SET MODE
11
appear. r AP OFF
POWER SAVE
12
ATTENUATOR
MONITOR
13
DIAL SPEED
14
eRotate [DIAL]† to select the desired item, then push 15
[ï](5)†.
AUTO POWER OFF
16
rOFF
30MIN
17
60MIN
90MIN
18
120MIN
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
85
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION
■ Menu list
MENU REF. MENU REF.
CALL SIGN† — DV SET MODE pgs. 92–95
86
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
D Attenuator
The attenuator prevents distortion of a desired signal by very
strong RF signals near the desired frequency or when very
strong electric fields, such as from a broadcasting station, are
present at your location.
88
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
90
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
92
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
fault)
AUTO r AUTO 4
• DIGITAL : Monitors in DV mode. 5
• ANALOG : Monitors in FM mode.
DIGITAL MONITOR DIGITAL MONITOR D Repeater call sign auto write 6
r AUTO AUTO
DIGITAL rDIGITAL When accessing a repeater with a call sign different than is 7
ANALOG ANALOG programmed, the repeater call sign can be set into “RPT1”
8
and/or “RPT2” automatically by reading the repeater’s trans-
mission. (default: OFF) 9
D Digital repeater setting RXRPT WRITE
r OFF
RXRPT WRITE
OFF
10
When accessing a digital repeater with a call sign different AUTO r AUTO
11
than is programmed, the repeater call sign can be stored into
“RPT1” and/or “RPT2” automatically by reading the repeater’s The transceiver sets the received repeater call sign for op- 12
transmission. The stored repeater’s call sign can be re-called eration. Therefore, when a different call sign is set for op-
when selecting the repeater call sign. (default: ON)
13
eration, the previously set repeater call sign will be lost.
DIGITAL RPT SET DIGITAL RPT SET 14
OFF r OFF
rON ON 15
16
17
18
19
93
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION
D GPS mode
Sets GPS mode operation ON and OFF. • Sentence formatter setting
When the position information is received from a connected q Select “ON” in GPS mode item, then push [ï](5)† to enter
GPS receiver and the GPS Auto TX Timer setting (p. 95) is the sentence formatter selection.
set to a specific time, the transceiver automatically transmits w Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired sentence formatter.
with the current position and message at every setting inter- • RMC, GGA, GLL, GSA and VTG are selectable.
val. (default: OFF) GPS SENTENCE GPS SENTENCE
r RMC:OFF RMC:OFF
GPS MODE GPS MODE GGA:ON r GGA:ON
r OFF OFF GLL:OFF GLL:OFF
ON r ON GSA:OFF GSA:OFF
VTG:OFF VTG:OFF
:SENTENCE :SENTENCE
e Push [ï](5)† to enter the desired sentence formatter se-
lection.
r Rotate [DIAL]† to select the setting.
RMC SENTENCE RMC SENTENCE
r OFF OFF
ON r ON
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
94
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
5SEC 5SEC
grammed into the selected call sign memory. 5
10SEC 10SEC
• AUTO : The edited or corrected call sign is pro-
30SEC r30SEC grammed into a blank channel automatically. 6
1MIN 1MIN (default) 7
EDIT RECORD EDIT RECORD
OFF OFF 8
D DV auto detect SELECT
rAUTO
r SELECT
9
AUTO
When a signal other than DV mode is received during DV
mode operation, the transceiver has capability of automatic 10
FM mode selection. 11
• OFF : Operating mode is fixed in DV. (default)
• ON : The transceiver automatically selects FM 12
mode for temporary operation. 13
DV AUTO DETECT DV AUTO DETECT
r OFF OFF 14
ON r ON
15
16
17
18
19
95
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION
96
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
98
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
100
MENU SCREEN OPERATION 11
• OFF : The programmed scan or bank name is not dis- r OFF OFF 4
ON r ON
played. 5
SCAN NAME SCAN NAME
OFF r OFF 6
rON ON D Font size
Displayed character size during MENU mode indication in the
7
function display is selectable from Large and Small. 8
D Opening logo • LARGE : Makes 5 lines (Max. 5 items are displayed at the
The opening logo indication (Icom logo and transceiver name) same time). (default)
9
that is displayed at power ON can be skipped, if desired. • SMALL : Makes 6 lines (Max. 6 items are displayed at the 10
• ON : Opening logo is displayed at power ON. (default) same time).
• OFF : Opening logo indication is skipped. FONT SIZE FONT SIZE
11
SMALL
OPENING LOGO OPENING LOGO
rLARGE
r
SMALL
LARGE
12
OFF r OFF
rON ON 13
14
15
16
17
18
19
101
11 MENU SCREEN OPERATION
102
OTHER FUNCTIONS DTMF MEMORY
r Ch01 12
■ Programming a DTMF code 1
DTMF codes are used for autopatching, accessing repeaters, r Push the desired keys to input the characters. 2
controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 10 • [0]–[9] input “0”–“9,” [A](VFO) inputs “A,” [B](MR) inputs “B,”
DTMF memory channels (Ch01–Ch10) for storage of often- [C](CALL) inputs “C,” [D](BAND) inputs “D,” [#](.) inputs “#” and
DTMF MEMORY 3
[✱](REC) inputs “✱.” rCh01
used DTMF codes of up to 16 digits. 6
• Up to 16 digits can be programmed.
4
q Push and hold [DTMF.M](.) for 1 sec. to enter DTMF mem- • Push [MAIN/DUAL] to delete the cursor placed code. 5
ory. • Push and hold [MAIN/DUAL] for 1 sec. to delete the character at
the cursor and all following characters. 6
w Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired DTMF memory chan-
nel. t Repeat step r until the desired code is input. 7
• “T-CALL” appears when a 1750 Hz tone burst signal is selected.
(p. 33)
DTMF MEMORY
r Ch01
DTMF MEMORY
rCh01 8
01234567 012345 67
DTMF MEMORY
DTMF MEMORY
89AB 6
The cursor can 89AB 9
DTMF memory r Ch01 be moved when
rCh01
channel
SQL:SET MAIN:CLR
rotating [DIAL].
SQL:SET MAIN:CLR
10
Displays NO indication when 11
the blank channel is selected. DTMF MEMORY
r Ch01 12
01234567
e Push [≈
≈](6) to enter programming mode. 89ABC*#0 13
• Previously programmed DTMF code is displayed if programmed. :SET :SEL
:BACK :EDIT
DTMF MEMORY
DTMF MEMORY
Ch01
14
r
rCh01
The display after 16th digit of
6
The cursor is blinking
when 6 channel 01 is input. 15
entering programming mode.
y Push [MENU/LOCK] to program the DTMF code and exit 16
programming mode. 17
• Entering 16th digit automatically exits the programming mode.
u Push [VFO] to exit DTMF memory. 18
DTMF MEMORY DTMF MEMORY
Ch01 DTMF MEMORY
Ch01
01234567
Ch01 DTMF MEMORY
Ch01
012345 67
19
01234567 6
89AB 6 89AB 012345 7
89AB 6 89AB
103
SQL:SET MAIN:CLR SQL:SET MAIN:CLR
SQL:SET MAIN:CLR SQL:SET MAIN:CLR
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS
+DUP DTCS
FM PRIO WX EMR
The selected DTMF code is transmitted at each push of the DTMF code can be transmitted via keypad directly while
[SQL] switch while transmitting. transmitting.
The transmitting speed at which DTMF memories send in- q Set the desired frequency. (p. 18)
dividual DTMF characters can be set in “DTMF SPEED” w While pushing [PTT], push the desired keys to transmit the
menu. (p. 99) DTMF code.
• [0]–[9] input “0”–“9,” [A](VFO) inputs “A,” [B](MR) inputs “B,”
q Set the desired frequency. (p. 18) [C](CALL) inputs “C,” [D](BAND) inputs “D,” [#](.) inputs “#” and
w Push and hold [DTMF.M](.) for 1 sec. to enter DTMF mem- [✱](REC) inputs “✱.”
ory.
e Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired DTMF memory chan- FM
nel. A
438 500
r Push [ï](5) to set the DTMF memory. P SKIP
A 438 500 25
104
SQL:BACK MAIN:CLR
OTHER FUNCTIONS
DTMF MEMORY
12
Ch01
SQL:BACK MAIN:CLR
:SET
:BACK
:SEL
:EDIT
10
11
• After clearing the DTMF memory.
DTMF MEMORY
12
r Ch01
13
SQL:BACK MAIN:CLR
14
15
16
17
18
19
105
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
106
***** MENU *****
OTHER FUNCTIONS
DV SET MODE 12
SCAN
rDUP/TONE...
D Setting subaudible tones for repeater or D Setting DTCS code for DTCS squelch or 1
CTCSS TONE REPEATER TONE
tone squelch beep 88.5 88.5
200 200
2
q Enter “CTCSS TONE (or RPT TONE)” in DUP/TONE… set q Enter “DTCS CODE”
r300in DUP/TONE... set mode.
r (p.
30098)
mode. (pgs. 97, 98) MENU screen ➪ DUP/TONE... ➪ DTCS TONE
500 500 3
MENU screen ➪ DUP/TONE... ➪ CTCSS TONE (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) 4
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
w Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired DTCS tone code. 5
w Rotate [DIAL]† to select the desired repeater or CTCSS • Each operating band and each memory channel have indepen-
tone frequency. dent settings. ***** MENU *****
6
• Each operating band and each memory channel have indepen- DV SET MODE
• See page 98 for available
SCAN
DTCS codes for details. 7
dent settings.
***** MENU ***** e Push [ï](5) (or [ΩΩ](4))
r to return to DUP/TONE… set mode,
DUP/TONE...
DV SET MODE
• See page 98 for available tone frequencies for details. and push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication. 8
SCAN
er
Push [ï](5) (or [Ω
DUP/TONE... Ω](4)) to return to DUP/TONE… set mode, 9
DTCS CODE
and push [MENU/LOCK] to return to frequency indication. 023
200 10
CTCSS TONE REPEATER TONE r 300
88.5
200
88.5
200
500 11
r300 r300
17
DTCS CODE
18
023
200 19
r 300
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
500 107
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS
***** MENU *****
DV VOICE M
SET MODE
■ Digital code and digital call sign setting TherDV SET
optional MODE
UT-121 is required for the IC-91A
D Setting digital code for digital code squelch D Setting the YOUR and MY call signs for
DIGITAL CODE
or beep digital call sign
00squelch or beep
200
q Push [MAIN/DUAL] to select B band, then push and hold q Push [MAIN/DUAL]
r300
to select B band, then push and hold
[MODE](REC) for 1 sec. several times to select DV mode. [MODE](REC) for500
1 sec. several times to select DV mode.
w Enter “DIGITAL CODE” in DV SET MODE. (p. 92) w Enter “YOUR CALL SIGN” in CALL SIGN set mode. (p. 36)
MENU screen ➪ DV SET MODE ➪ DIGITAL CODE MENU screen ➪ CALL SIGN ➪ YOUR CALL SIGN
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
***** MENU ***** ***** MENU *****
CALL SIGN
e Rotate [DIAL]† toDV VOICE M r
select
SET MODE
the desired digital code. e Rotate [DIAL]† toRX
select the desired call sign.
CALL S
• Each operatingrband
DVand each memory
SET MODEchannel have indepen- • Input the call signMESSAGE/POS
if the desired call sign is not stored in the
dent settings. transceiver. See p. 36 for detail.
DIGITAL CODE YOUR CALL SIGN
00 r U01
200 ABCDEF
r300 r 300
500 500
500
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
108 MY CALL SIGN
r M01
SET MODE
r DV SET MODE
DIGITAL CODE
00
OTHER FUNCTIONS 12
200
r300
500
1
2
***** MENU *****
r CALL SIGN 3
t Rotate [DIAL]†to RX
selectCALL
“MY CALL
S SIGN” in CALL SIGN
CAUTION!: Use digital code squelch when operating with
MESSAGE/POS
set mode, then push [ï](5)† to enter “MY CALL SIGN” set- 4
more than 3 stations. Because the digital call sign squelch
ting. function recognizes “MY CALL SIGN,” the digital call sign 5
➪ CALL
MENU screen YOUR CALLSIGN
SIGN ➪ MY CALL SIGN squelch function can be used when operating with only one
(Push [MENU/LOCK])U01
r
(Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) 6
ABCDEF station.
r 300
y Rotate [DIAL]† to 500
select the desired call sign. 7
NOTE:
• Input the call sign if the desired call sign is not stored in the
• The tone/DTCS code squelch opens sometimes when
8
transceiver. See pgs. 34 and 35 for detail.
other stations communicate with adjacent tone frequency 9
MY CALL SIGN
or DTCS code.
rM01
GHIJKL
10
r300
500
11
12
u Push [ï](5) to set call sign and push [MENU/LOCK] to
13
return to frequency indication.
14
15
16
17
18
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
19
109
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS
the squelch opens and the signal can be heard. • Rotating [DIAL] while pushing [DSQ](7) also selects the tone
• When the received signal’s tone/code does not match, functions.+DUP TSQL
FM PRIO WX EMR
+DUP DTCS
FM PRIO WX EMR
tone/DTCS squelch does not open, however, the S-indicator e Operate the
B
145300 25 B
145300
transceiver in the normal way.
25
OTHER FUNCTIONS 12
145300
25 B
+DUP CSQL
DV PRIO WX EMR
25
■ DTCS polarity setting 1
MemoName PSKIP
q Set the desired operating frequency. MemoName PSKIP q Enter “DTCS P” in DUP/TONE... set mode. (p. 99) 2
w Set the desired CTCSS tone, DTCS code, Digital call sign MENU screen ➪ DUP/TONE... ➪ DTCS P
or Digital code.
+DUP DSQL
DV PRIO WX EMR
+DUP CSQL
DV PRIO WX EMR
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
3
B
145300 25 145300 25
B
438 500 25 B
FM PRIO WX EMR
438 500 25
+DUP CSQL
DV PRIO WX EMR
• TR-RN: Reverse phase is used for TX; Normal 11
438 500 25
B B
■ Tone scan
The transceiver can detect the subaudible tone frequency and
[DIAL]
DTCS code in a received signal. By monitoring a signal that
is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can
determine the tone frequency required to access the repeater.
e Push and hold [T.SCAN](9) for 1 sec. to start the tone squelch/ repeater tone.
+DUP DTCS +DUP DTCS
DV PRIO WX EMR
scan. FM
A
PRIO WX EMR
1713 25 A
662 25
• To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL]. MemoName PSKIP MemoName PSKIP
• The tone scan pauses for the set period in scan pause timer
(p. 96) when a tone frequency or DTCS code is detected. t Push [VFO] to stop the scan.
• The decoded tone frequency is used for the repeater tone fre- • If the scan is cancelled before the transceiver detects the tone or
quency when the tone squelch is OFF. code, the set mode contents are not changed.
• The decoded tone frequency is used for the tone squelch fre- • The detected tone is temporary operation only. The stored tone
quency (CTCSS TONE) when the tone squelch is ON. setting in memory or call channel won’t be changed.
• The decoded DTCS code is used for the DTCS code when the
DTCS squelch is ON.
112
OTHER FUNCTIONS 12
11
The dial speed acceleration automatically speeds up the tun- D Key lock type
ing dial speed when rotating [DIAL] rapidly. 12
While the lock function is ON, [PWR], [VOL], [SQL] and
This function can be turned ON and OFF with “DIAL SPEED” [PTT] can still be accessed. Accessible switches can be set 13
in set mode. (p. 89) to one of 4 groups with “LOCK” in set mode. (p. 90) 14
MENU screen ➪ SET MODE ➪ DIAL SPEED MENU screen ➪ SET MODE ➪ LOCK
(Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.) 15
• “NORMAL” : [PWR], [VOL], [SQL] and [PTT] are accessible. 16
• “NO SQL” : [PWR], [SQL] and [PTT] are accessible. 17
• “NO VOL” : [PWR], [VOL] and [PTT] are accessible.
• “ALL” : [PWR] and [PTT] are accessible. 18
19
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
113
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS
†[DIAL] ↔ [∫
∫](2)/[√
√](8) [ï](5) ↔ [≈
≈](6)
114
WX WX
A A
WX
OTHER FUNCTIONS 12
■ Power save 1
The power save function reduces the current drain to con- 2
y When the alert is detected, a beep sounds and the follow- serve battery power.
3
ing indication will be displayed.
The power save duty cycle, the ratio of receive circuit on to 4
WX WX receive circuit off during standby, can be set to automatic (de-
A
1 A
1 5
fault), 1 : 1 (150 msec. : 150msec.), 1 : 4 (150 msec. : 600msec.), 1
WX ALT
: 8 (150 msec. : 1200msec.) or OFF with “POWER SAVE” in set
6
Shows above indications alternately. mode. (p. 88)
MENU screen ➪ SET MODE ➪ POWER SAVE 7
u Turn the weather alert function OFF in set mode. (Push [MENU/LOCK]) (Rotate [DIAL]†, then push [ï](5)†.)
8
NOTE: While receiving a signal (on a frequency other than 9
• “AUTO” selects “1:1” duty ratio when receiving no signal for 5 sec.,
the weather alert ON frequency), the receiving signal or then “1:4” 60 sec. after that. The ratio becomes “1:8” when no signal
audio will be interrupted momentarily every 5 sec. (approx.) is received for another 60 sec.
10
in the case that the alert function is turned ON. This symp- 11
tom is caused by the WX alert function. To cancel these No signal 150 msec. 600 msec. 1200 msec.
symptoms, set the weather alert item OFF in set mode. 5 sec. 12
Circuit ON
13
∼
∼
∼
∼
Circuit OFF
150 msec. 14
60 sec. 60 sec.
15
16
17
18
19
115
12 OTHER FUNCTIONS
■ Cloning function 1
The IC-91A/91AD has transceiver-to-transceiver data cloning The optional RS-91 REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE is also 2
capability. This function is useful when you want to copy all available to clone/edit contents with a PC (for Microsoft® Win-
of the programmed contents from one IC-91A/91AD to an- dows® 98/98SE/ME/2000XP) and using ICF format files.
3
other. 4
• An optional OPC-474 CLONING CABLE is required. Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the U.S.A. and other countries. 5
q Turn the transceiver’s power OFF, then connect an op-
6
tional OPC-474 between both [SP] jacks.
7
w While pushing [MR] and [MENU/LOCK], push and hold
[PWR] for 1 sec. to enter cloning mode. ■ [MIC/SP] jacks
• “CLONE M” appears.
8
To connect external equipment such as speaker, microphone,
e Push [PTT] on the “master” transceiver. TNC, etc. refer to the diagram below. 9
• “CLONE OUT M” appears and the bar meter shows that cloning
is taking place. External 10
the [SP] jack speaker
• After the cloning is completed, the display returns to “CLONE M.”
r Push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF.
SP (AF OUT)
INTERNAL SP
SP 11
3.5 (d) mm
CLONE plug
OPC-474 SP GND SP 12
GND
■ Resetting
The function display may occasionally D All reset D Partial reset
display erroneous information (e.g. q Push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to q Push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to
when first applying power). This may be turn power OFF. turn power OFF.
caused externally by static electricity or w While pushing and holding [VFO], w While pushing and holding [VFO], then
by other factors. [MR] and [BAND], then turn power turn power ON to partially reset the
ON to reset the CPU. transceiver.
If this problem occurs, turn power OFF.
• “ALL RESET” appears when resetting
After waiting a few seconds, turn power the CPU (See the illustration below). [NOTE]: No message appears on the
ON again. If the problem persists, per- display after the partial reset is done.
form either or both procedures below.
+DUP DTCS
FM PRIO WX EMR
A
B 146 010 25
118
TROUBLESHOOTING 13
If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center.
1
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.
No power comes ON. • The batteries are exhausted. • Replace the batteries or charge the battery pack. pgs. 1, 10–12
2
• The battery polarity is reversed. • Check the battery polarity. p. 12 3
No sound comes from the • Volume level is too low. • Rotate [VOL] to suitable level. p. 20
speaker. • Different tone is selected with tone/DTCS • Check the tone using tone/DTCS scan. p. 110 4
squelch.
5
Transmitting is impossible. • The batteries are exhausted. • Replace the batteries or charge the battery pack. pgs. 1, 10–12
• A frequency outside of the 144/440 MHz • Reset the frequency within 144/440 MHz amateur p. 24 6
amateur bands is set. bands.
7
No contact possible with • Different tone is selected with tone/DTCS • Check the tone/DTCS using tone scan. p. 112
another station. squelch. 8
Frequency can not be set. • The lock function is activated. • Push [MENU/LOCK] for 1 sec. to cancel the function. p. 25
9
• Push [VFO] to set VFO mode.
• Memory mode or call channel is selected. p. 15
Program scan function • Memory mode or call channel is selected. • Push [VFO] to set VFO mode. p. 15 10
can not start. • Same frequencies are programmed both • Programming different frequencies in “✱A” and “✱B” p. 74
“✱A” and “✱B” of PROGRAM-CH. respectively.
11
Memory scan function can • VFO mode or call channel is selected. • Push [MR] to set memory mode. p. 15 12
not start. • The programmed memory channel is only • Program more than 2 memory channels. p. 66
one. 13
The displayed frequency is • The CPU malfunctioned. • Reset the transceiver. p. 118 14
erroneous. • External factors caused a fault. • Remove and re-attach the battery pack or battery p. 1
case. 15
Can not charge the battery • Turn the transceiver’s power ON. • Turn the transceiver’s power OFF, or insert only the pgs. 11 ,20 16
with BC-139 (LED blinks battery pack into the BC-139 to charge it.
orange). 17
18
19
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D General
• Frequency coverage : (unit: MHz) • Antenna connector : SMA (50 Ω)
Version A band B band • Dimensions : 58.4(W)×103(H)×34.2(D) mm;
Tx: 144–148, 420–450*1 (projections not included) 29⁄32(W)×41⁄16(H)×111⁄32(D) in
Rx: 0.495–823.995*1, *2, Tx: 144–148, 420–450*1 • Weight (approx.) : 300 g; 10.6 oz (with antenna and BP-217)
U.S.A. • Data connector : 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm; (1⁄10˝)
849–868.995, Rx: 118–174*2, 350–470*1
894–999.990
Taiwan 144–146, 430–432 144–146, 430–432 D Transmitter
Korean 144–146, 430–440 144–146, 430–440
• Modulation system :
Tx: 144–148, 420–450*3 Tx: 144–148, 420–450*3 FM Variable reactance freq. modulation
Australian
Rx: 0.495–999.990*2, *3 Rx: 118–174*2, 350–470*3
DV (Digital)† GMSK reactance freq. modulation
Tx: 137–174*2, 400–470*3 Tx: 137–174*2, 400–470*3 • Output power (at 7.4 V DC) : High 5.0 W, Low 0.5 W (approx.)
Export
Rx: 0.495–999.990*2, *3 Rx: 118–174*2, 350–470*3
• Max. frequency deviation : ±5.0 kHz (FM wide: approx.)
*1Guaranteed 440–450 MHz only, *2Guaranteed 144–148 MHz only, ±2.5 kHz (FM narrow: approx.)
*3Guaranteed 430–440 MHz only • Spurious emissions : Less than –60 dB
• Mode : FM, AM (Rx only), WFM (Rx only), DV† • Ext. mic. connector : 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm; (1⁄10˝)/2 kΩ
• No. of memory channels : 1304
(incl. 100 scan edges and 4 call channels)
• Usable temp. range : –20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F
• Tuning steps : 5‡, 6.25‡, 8.33‡, 9‡, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25,
30, 50, 100, 125 and 200 kHz
• Frequency stability : ±2.5 ppm (–20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F)
• Power supply : 10.0–16.0 V DC for external DC power,
or specified Icom’s battery pack
• Digital transmission speed : 4.8 kbps†
• Voice coding speed : 2.4 kbps†
• Current drain (at 7.4 V DC) :
Tx High 144 MHz 2.1 A typical
430/440 MHz 2.2 A typical
Tx Low 0.8 A (approx.)
Rx max. power 340 mA typical (dualwatch; FM/DV†) †Available for the IC-91AD or when UT-121 is installed into the IC-91A.
standby 170 mA typical (dualwatch; FM/DV†) ‡Selectable depending on the operating frequency band.
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D Receiver 1
• Receive system : • Selectivity :
FM/AM Double-conversion superheterodyne FM (Wide), AM More than 50 dB 2
WFM Triple-conversion superheterodyne FM (Narrow), DV† More than 45 dB
• Intermediate frequencies : WFM More than 300 kHz/–3 dB 3
1st A band 61.65 MHz/59.25 MHz (WFM) Less than 700 kHz/–20 dB 4
B band 46.35 MHz • Spurious and image rejection ratio:
2nd 450 kHz/13.35 MHz (WFM) VHF More than 60 dB 5
3rd 1.95 MHz (WFM only) UHF More than 50 dB
• Sensitivity (except spurious points): (Intermediate freq.; More than 60 dB) 6
AM (1 kHz/30% Mod.; 10 dB S/N) • Audio output power : More than 200 mW at 10% distortion
with an 8 Ω load
7
0.495–4.995 MHz 1.3 µV typ. (at 7.4 V DC)
5.000–29.995 MHz 0.56 µV typ. • Ext. speaker connector : 3-conductor 3.5(d) mm; (1⁄8˝)/8 Ω 8
118.000–137.000 MHz 0.5 µV typ.
222.000–246.995 MHz 0.79 µV typ. 9
247.000–329.995 MHz 1 µV typ.
FM (1 kHz/3.5 kHz Dev.; 12 dB SINAD)
10
VHF (Amateur band only) 0.14 µV typ. 11
UHF (Amateur band only) 0.16 µV typ.
1.625–29.995 MHz 0.4 µV typ. 12
30.000–117.995 MHz 0.25 µV typ.
118.000–173.995 MHz 0.18 µV typ.
13
174.000–349.995 MHz 0.32 µV typ. 14
350.000–469.995 MHz 0.22 µV typ.
470.000–599.995 MHz 0.32 µV typ. 15
600.000–999.990 MHz 0.56 µV typ.
WFM (1 kHz/52.5 kHz Dev.; 12 dB SINAD) 16
76.000–108.000 MHz 1 µV typ. 17
175.000–221.995 MHz 1.8 µV typ.
470.000–770.000 MHz 2.5 µV typ. 18
DV (digital/PN9 4.8 kbps; BER 1%)†
Amateur bands 0.22 µV typ. 19
†Available for the IC-91AD or when UT-121 is installed into the IC-91A.
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• UT-121 DIGITAL UNIT • CP-12L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER
Provides DV mode operation for IC-91A. Already installed • CP-19R CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH DC-DC CONVERTER
into the IC-91AD. Allows you to operate the transceiver through a 12 V ciga-
rette lighter socket, and also charge the attached battery
• RS-91 REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE pack (during stand-by only) regularly.
Allows you to operate the transceiver, as well as the easy CP-19R: A built-in DC-DC converter outputs 11 V DC.
memory management from the connected PC for Microsoft® • OPC-254L DC POWER CABLE
Windows® 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP with an RS-232C (COM) For operation and charging via an external power supply.
port. In addition, low-speed data communication is enabled
with this software for DV mode operation. A data communi- • OPC-474 CLONING CABLE
cation cable, OPC-1529R, is supplied with the software. Used for handheld-to-handheld cloning.
• OPC-1529R DATA COMMUNICATION CABLE
• BC-139 DESKTOP CHARGER Allows you to GPS operation in DV mode operation.
Rapidly charges BP-217 Li-ion battery pack in 2.5 hrs.
• SP-13 EARPHONE
• BP-216 BATTERY CASE Provides clear receive audio in noisy environments.
Battery case for R6 (AA) × 2 alkaline batteries.
• BP-217 LI-ION BATTERY PACK • LC-163 CARRYING CASE
7.4 V/1300 mAh Lithium Ion battery pack. Battery life: 5 hrs. Helps protect the transceiver from scratches, etc.
(approx.; VHF, FM, high power, Tx : Rx : Standby = 1:1:8)
• AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTER
• HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL MICROPHONE Allows you to connect an external antenna with a BNC con-
Allows you to remotely select operating channels, etc. nector.
• HM-131 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE
For operation while conveniently hanging the transceiver
from your belt, etc.
• HM-128/HM-153 EARPHONE-MICROPHONE
Ideal for hands-free operation by clipping the microphone
with the PTT switch to your lapel or breast pocket.
• HS-85 HEADSET WITH VOX/PTT UNIT Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Cor-
Hands-free headset with VOX control box. poration in the U.S.A. and other countries.
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