INSTRUCTION MANUAL DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER. ic- 2710h

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1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER ic- 2710h

2 IMPORTANT CAUTIONS i READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-2710H. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS The explicit definitions below apply to this instruction manual. WORD DEFINITION RWARNING CAUTION NOTE Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. The IC-2710H Europe versions comply with essential requirements of the 89/336/EEC directive for Electromagnetic Compatibility. This compliance is based on conformity with the ETSI specification preis (EMC product standard for Commercially Available Amateur Radio Equipment). RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention anything less may result in an accident. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 16 V DC. This connection will ruin the transceiver. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source using reverse polarity. This connection will ruin the transceiver. NEVER cut the DC power cable between the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect connection is made after cutting, the transceiver might be damaged. NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury. NEVER let objects impede the operation of the cooling fan on the rear panel. DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.

3 UNPACKING DO NOT allow children to play with any radio equipment containing a transmitter. During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle s engine. When transceiver power is ON and your vehicle s engine is OFF, the vehicle s battery will soon become exhausted. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when operating it continuously for long periods. AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with temperatures below 10 C (+14 F) or above +60 C (+140 F) or in areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard. AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they can damage the transceiver surfaces. USE Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other manufacturer s microphones have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver. ➀ ➁ ➂ ➉ ➆ ➄ ➅ ➇ ➈ Accessories included with the transceiver: Qty. ➀ DC power cable (OPC-346)... 1 ➁ Mobile mounting bracket... 1 ➂ Microphone (HM-98)... 1 ➃ Fuse (20 A)... 1 ➄ Knob bolt (M4 x 8)... 4 ➅ Mounting bolt (M5 x 12)... 4 ➆ Nut (M5)... 4 ➇ Spring washer (M5)... 4 ➈ Flat washer (M5)... 4 ➉ Self-tapping screws (A0 5 x 16)... 4 ➃ ii

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT... i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS... i CAUTIONS... i UNPACKING... ii TABLE OF CONTENTS... iii 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel... 1 Function display... 3 Rear panel... 5 Microphone... 6 Microphone keypad INSTALLATION Installation methods... 9 Location Single body installation Microphone connection Separate installation Optional MB-58 installation Battery connection DC power supply connection Antenna installation SETTING A FREQUENCY Preparation Lock functions Using a tuning dial Using [Y]/[Z] switches Tuning step selection Using the keypad BASIC OPERATION Receiving Monitor function Audio mute function Avionics band receive Sub band access Sub band mute/sub band busy beep Para-watch Transmitting Selecting the output power Crossband full duplex One-touch PTT function REPEATER OPERATION Operation Subaudible tones Offset frequency Auto repeater MEMORY OPERATION General description Memory channel selection Programming a memory channel Programming a memory channel via the microphone Transferring memory contents Memory clearing CALL CHANNEL OPERATION Calling up a call channel contents Transferring call channel contents Programming a call channel SCRATCH PAD MEMORY What is a scratch pad memory? iii

5 Calling up a scratch pad memory Transferring scratch pad memory contents SCAN OPERATION Scan types Start/stop scan Programming scan edges Programming scan edges via the microphone Skip channel setting Scan resume condition PRIORITY WATCH Priority watch types Priority watch operation DTMF MEMORY ENCODER Programming a DTMF code Clearing the DTMF memory contents Programming a DTMF code via the microphone Transmitting a DTMF code DTMF speed POCKET BEEP AND TONE SQUELCH Pocket beep operation Tone squelch operation Tone scan PAGER AND CODE SQUELCH Pager function Code channels Code programming Pager operation Code squelch function Code squelch operation EXTERNAL DTMF REMOTE OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION Optional unit installation WIRELESS OPERATION Connection HM-90 WIRELESS MICROPHONE EX-1759 installation HM-90 switches Microphone address OTHER FUNCTIONS Beep tones on/off Time-out timer Auto power-off Cooling fan setting Microphone [F-1]/[F-2] keys Display dimmer setting Demonstration display MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Fuse replacement Partial resetting Total resetting SPECIFICATIONS OPTIONS MODE ARRANGEMENT CHART iv

6 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (remote controller) Function display (p. 3) LOCK CALL SUB VFO MR BAND F-1 V MHz SCAN S.MW MW M CALL PRIO V MHz SCAN S.MW MW M CALL PRIO F-2 MONI SET L LOW DUP POWER DTMF T SET D MONI SQL VOL VOL SQL 1 q POWER SWITCH [POWER] Turns power ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. w TUNING DIALS Select the operating frequency (p. 17), the memory channel (p. 32), the contents of the set mode display (p. 82) and the scanning direction. (p. 42) Select the main band when pushed. (p. 15) When the sub band is selected, activate the sub band function when pushed and held. (p. 22) When the main band is selected, change the operating band (for para watch) when pushed and held. (p. 24) e SQUELCH CONTROLS [SQL(MONI)] Vary the squelch level. (p. 20) RF attenuator activates and increases the attenuation when rotated clockwise to the center position and further. Toggles squelch opened and closed when pushed. Transmit frequency is automatically selected when squelch opens. r VOLUME CONTROLS [VOL(SET L)]/[VOL(SET D)] Adjust the audio levels. (p. 20) Select set mode when pushed. (p. 82) Toggles the lock function ON/OFF when pushed and held [SET(L)]. (p. 16) Allows you to adjust the display brightness when pushed and held [SET(D)]. (p. 74)

7 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 t VFO/MHz SWITCHES [V/MHz(SCAN)] Select and toggle VFO mode and 1 MHz tuning display. Start a scan when pushed and held. (p. 42) y MEMORY/CALL CHANNEL SWITCHES [M/CALL(PRIO)] Select and toggle memory mode or a call channel. (pgs. 32, 37) Activate the priority watch function when pushed and held. (p. 47) u SELECT MEMORY/MEMORY WRITE SWITCHES [S.MW(MW)] Select a memory channel for programming. (p. 33) Program selected memory when pushed and held. (p. 33) i OUTPUT POWER/DUPLEX SWITCH [LOW(DUP)] Each push changes the output power selection. (p. 25) There are 3 output powers available: low, mid and high. Push and hold to select a duplex setting. (p. 27) There are 3 duplex settings available: minus duplex ( DUP appears, plus duplex ( + DUP appears) and simplex. o DTMF/TONE SWITCH [DTMF(T)] Turns DTMF memory encoder ON and OFF for autopatch operation. (p. 49) When an optional UT-49 is installed, activates the DTMF memory, pager or code squelch function in sequence. Turns the subaudible tone encoder ON and OFF for repeater access when pushed and held. (p. 27) When an optional UT-104 is installed, activates the subaudible tone encoder, pocket beep or tone squelch function in sequence.!0 MICROPHONE To connect the supplied microphone, detach the front panel in advance. Multi-function keypad can be accessed by removing the keypad cover. (p. 7) Be careful not to lose the cover.!1 FRONT PANEL RELEASE LATCH While pushing this latch, slide the front panel to the left to remove it.!2 MICROPHONE CONNECTOR Connect the supplied microphone or optional EX-1759 IN- FRARED RECEIVER. (p. 11)!3 CABLE GUTTERS Pass the microphone cable through one of the gutters when attaching the front panel.!4 MICROPHONE RELEASE Push to release the microphone. 2

8 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Function display w e r t y u i t y r e w q o!0!1 MUTE PRIO LOW BUSY DUP T SQL REMO DUP T SQL TOT BUSY SKIP AO SKIP MUTE PRIO LOW q o!0!1!6!5!4!3!2!7!6!5!4!3!2 3 q SUB BAND ACCESS INDICATORS (p. 22) Appear when the sub band access function is activated and indicate the function control band via the microphone and some front panel switches (except transmitting). w MAIN BAND INDICATORS (p. 15) Indicate the main band for transmit and function control. e TRANSMIT INDICATORS (p. 25) Appear while transmitting. Flash while transmitting with the one-touch PTT function (p. 26). r FREQUENCY READOUTS Show the operating frequency, set mode contents, etc. The decimal point of the frequency flashes while scanning. (p. 42) d appears in place of the 100 MHz while the DTMF memory function is in use; when optional units are installed, P, or C appears in place of the 100 MHz while the pager or code squelch functions are in use, respectively. (pgs. 49, 59, 61) t DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 27) DUP or DUP appear during semi-duplex operation (repeater operation). y TONE INDICATORS T appears while the subaudible tone encoder is in use. (p. 27) T SQL appears while the optional tone squelch function is in use. (p. 54) T SQLS appears while the optional pocket beep function is in use. (p. 53)

9 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 u EXTERNAL DTMF CONTROL INDICATOR (p. 63) Appears when the optional external DTMF control function is in use. Available for the U.S.A. version only. i TOT (TIME-OUT TIMER) INDICATOR (p. 72) Appears while the time-out timer has been activated. o AUDIO MUTE INDICATORS (p. 21) Appear when the audio mute function is activated via microphone control. This function is cancelled when any switch or control is operated.!0 PRIORITY WATCH INDICATORS (p. 48) Appear while the priority watch is activated; flash while the watch is paused.!1 OUTPUT POWER INDICATORS (p. 25) LOW appears for low output power. (5 W) LOW appears for mid output power. (10 W) No indicator appears for high output power.!2 MEMORY CHANNEL READOUTS Show the selected memory channel numbers. (p. 32) Only 2 capital L s appear while the frequency lock function is in use. (p. 16) A capital C appears while on a call channel (p. 37) L1 L3 appear when a scratch pad memory is selected. (p. 39) A small c appears when VFO mode is selected from the call channel or a scratch pad memory (pgs. 37, 39)!3 SKIP INDICATORS (p. 45) Appear when the displayed memory channel is specified as a skip channel.!4 MEMORY INDICATORS (p. 32) Appear when memory mode is selected.!5 S/RF INDICATORS (p. 25) Show the relative signal strength while receiving signals. Show the output power selection while transmitting.!6 BUSY INDICATORS (p. 20) Appear while a signal is being received or the squelch is open.!7 AUTO POWER-OFF INDICATOR (p. 73) Appears while the auto power-off function is in use. 4

10 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Rear panel w e q r q ANTENNA CONNECTOR [ANT] Accepts a 50 Ω dual band antenna with a PL-259 connector. (p. 14) w SPEAKER JACK 1 [144 MHz SP] Connects a 4 8 Ω speaker, if required. Outputs the 144 MHz band s audio. See the table at right for details. e SPEAKER JACK 2 [430(440) MHz SP] Connects a 4 8 Ω speaker, if required. Outputs both band s audio when [430(440) MHz SP] has no connection. r POWER RECEPTACLE [DC13.8V] Accepts 13.8 V DC with the supplied DC power cable. D Speaker information Connected speaker With no external speakers [144 MHz SP] only [430(440) MHz SP] only 2 external speakers VHF band audio Internal speaker (mixed audio) External speaker External speaker (mixed audio) External speaker via [144 MHz SP] UHF band audio Internal speaker External speaker via [430(440) MHz SP] 5

11 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 Microphone w q LOCK VFO DTMF-S AFC MONI 1 PGR HIGH 4 TONE DUP 7 TONE-1 VOL e r t CALL MR FUNC AFC-OFF SCAN2 CSQL MID 5 TSQLS DUP+ 8 TONE-2 VOL 0 PTT-M PRIO 3 DTMF LOW 6 TSQL SIMP 9 16KEY LOCK SQL # SUB BAND F-1 F-2 MW CLR A D-OFF SET B T-OFF ENT C MUTE SQL D y u i Mic element o q UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y]/[Z] Push either switch to change the operating frequency, memory channel, set mode contents, etc. (pgs. 17, 32) Push and hold either switch to start scanning. (p. 42) w PTT SWITCH Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. (p. 25) Toggles between transmitting and receiving while the one-touch PTT function is in use. (p. 26) e VFO SWITCH [VFO(LOCK)] Push to select VFO mode. Push and hold to toggle the lock function ON and OFF. r MEMORY SWITCH [MR(CALL)] Push to select memory mode. (p. 32) Push and hold to select the call channel. (p. 37) t ACTIVITY INDICATOR Lights red while a key is pushed; lights green while the one-touch PTT function is in use. y BAND SWITCH Push to toggle the main band. (p. 15) Push and hold to turn the sub band access function ON and OFF. (p. 22) u FUNCTION SWITCHES [F-1]/[F-2] (p. 74) Assign your desired key function from the front panel switches. Default settings are VHF and UHF tuning dials to [F-1] and [F-2], respectively for quick band selection. i FUNCTION INDICATOR Lights yellow while [FUNC] is activated indicates the secondary function of switches can be accessed. Lights green when [DTMF-S] is activated DTMF signals can be transmitted with the keypad. (p. 51) o KEYPAD Used for controlling the transceiver, transmitting a DTMF encoder, etc. See pgs. 7 and 8 for function details. 6

12 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Microphone keypad KEY FUNCTION FUNC SECONDARY FUNCTION (after ) OTHER FUNCTIONS AFC MONI 1 AFC-OFF SCAN2 Toggles between opening and closing the accessed band s squelch. (p. 20) Starts and stops scanning. (p. 42) Starts tone scan when an optional tone squelch is in use. (p. 55) No secondary function. No secondary function. 7 PTT-M PRIO 3 PGR HIGH4 CSQL MID 5 DTMF LOW 6 TONE DUP 7 TSQLS DUP+ 8 TSQL SIMP 9 TONE-2 VOL 0 Starts and stops priority watch. (p. 48) Turns the one-touch PTT function ON and OFF. (p. 26) Selects high output power. (p. 26) Turns the optional pager function ON.(p. 59) Selects middle output power. (p. 26) Turns the optional code squelch function ON. (p. 62) Selects low output power. (p. 26) Turns the DTMF memory encoder function ON. (p. 50) Selects duplex. (p. 28) Turns the subaudible tone encoder ON. (p. 28) Selects +duplex. (p. 28) Turns the optional pocket beep function ON. (p. 53) Selects simplex (p. 28) Turns the optional tone squelch function ON. (p. 54) Increases the audio output. (p. 20) While being pushed, transmits a 1750 Hz tone. (p. 28) DTMF-S After : Transmit the appropriate DTMF code or push [1] to [8] to transmit the DTMF memory contents when the DTMF memory encoder is activated.(p. 51)

13 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 KEY FUNCTION FUNC SECONDARY FUNCTION (after ) OTHER FUNCTIONS MW CLR A Clears a digit before entry. (p. 19) Cancels the scan, priority watch, pager, code squelch or DTMF memory function. (pgs. 42, 48, 51, 59, 62) Writes the VFO contents into the memory channel or call channel. (pgs. 34, 38) Advances the memory channel number when continuously pushed after programming is completed. (p. 34) D-OFF SET B Enters set mode and advances the set mode selection order. (p. 82) Turns the pager, code squelch, DTMF memory or DTMF remote function OFF. (pgs. 59, 62, 63) T-OFF ENT 16KEY LOCK SQL C MUTE SQL D # TONE-1 VOLM Sets the keypad for numeral input. (p. 19) Decreases the set mode selection order after entering set mode. (p. 82) Increases the squelch level. (p. 20) The [SQL] control on the front panel has priority when rotated. Decreases the squelch level. (p. 20) The [SQL] control on the front panel has priority when rotated. Turns the subaudible tone encoder, pocket beep or tone squelch OFF. (pgs. 28, 53, 54) Mutes both band s audio signals. (p. 21) Mute function is released when any operation is performed. Locks the digit keys on the keypad (including the A D, # and M keys. (p. 16) Decreases the audio output. (p. 20) Sends a 1750 Hz tone signal for 1 sec. (p. 28) DTMF-S After : Transmit the appropriate DTMF code. (p. 51) 8

14 2 INSTALLATION Installation methods D Single body installation D Separate installation Front panel Main body 9 It is not necessary to purchase a mounting bracket. The supplied mounting bracket (or optional MB-17A) can be used for installation. Optional OPC-600 SEPARATION CABLE (3.5 m; 11.5 ft) or OPC-601 (7.0 m; 23.0 ft) is necessary. Optional MB-58 REMOTE CONTROLLER BRACKET is available for front panel mounting. Optional MB-65 MOUNTING BASE is available for increasing front panel mounting possibilities (MB-58 is necessary). Optional OPC-440 MICROPHONE CABLE (5.0 m; 16.4 ft) and OPC-647 (2.5 m; 8.2 ft) are available to extend the microphone cable. Optional OPC-441 SPEAKER CABLE (5.0 m; 16.4 ft) is available to extend the speaker cable.

15 INSTALLATION 2 Location Select a location which can support the weight of the transceiver and does not interfere with driving in any way. We recommend the locations shown in the diagram below. NEVER place the transceiver or remote controller where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury. NEVER place the transceiver or remote controller where air bag deployment may be obstructed. DO NOT place the transceiver or remote controller where hot or cold air blows directly onto it. AVOID placing the transceiver or remote controller in direct sunlight. EXAMPLE INSTALLATION LOCATIONS Single body installation ➀ Drill 4 holes where the mounting bracket is to be installed. Approx mm ( 3 16 in) when using nuts; approx. 2 3 mm ( 1 16 in) when using self-tapping screws. ➁ Insert the supplied screws, nuts and washers through the mounting bracket and tighten. ➂ Adjust the angle for the clearest view of the function display. Nut Spring washer Flat washer Mounting bracket When using self-tapping screws. Flat washer Mounting nut Spring washer 20 10

16 2 INSTALLATION Microphone connection The microphone connector is located behind the front panel. Connect the supplied microphone as follows: ➀ Push the release button, then detach the remote controller as shown below. ➁ Connect the supplied microphone to the microphone connector. Separate installation Using an optional OPC-600/601 SEPARATION CABLE, the front panel can be separated from the main body, doubling as a remote controller. ➀ Detach the front panel as shown at left. ➁ Connect a separation cable to the front panel and to the main body using the supplied screws as illustrated below. Rear of front panel Main body Release button Microphone pin assignments ➀ ➇ ➀ 8 V OUT ➁ Freq. up/down ➂ 8 V control IN ➃ PTT ➄ Mic AF ( ) ➅ Mic AF (+) ➆ Ground ➇ Data IN Push mic release OPC-600 or OPC ➂ Reattach the remote controller to the main body. ➃ To remove the microphone, push the release button as above.

17 INSTALLATION 2 Optional MB-58 installation The optional MB-58 REMOTE CONTROLLER BRACKET is available for separate installation. ➀ Drill 2 or 4 holes where the bracket or mounting base is to be installed, respectively. Approx. 4 mm ( 1 8 in) when using nuts; approx. 1 2 mm ( 1 16 in) when using self-tapping screws. ➁ Insert the supplied screws, bolts and washers through the mounting base and tighten. ➂ Adjust the angle for the clearest view of the function display and tighten 2 screws when the mounting base is used. ➃ Attach the supplied Velcro pads (large) to the remote controller and bracket. ➄ Attach the supplied Velcro pad (small) or rubber pad to the bracket as shown below; then attach the remote controller. MB-58 IC-2710H remote controller When using selftapping screws. Bracket D When using the MB-65 Mounting bolt MB-58 Mounting base Adjust the viewing angle for maximum visibility of the function display. MB-65 12

18 2 INSTALLATION Battery connection NEVER connect the transceiver directly to a 24 V battery. DO NOT use the cigarette lighter socket for power connections. Attach a rubber grommet when passing the DC power cable through a metal plate to prevent short circuits. CONNECTING TO A DC POWER SOURCE See p. 77 for fuse replacement. DC power supply connection Use a 13.8 V DC power supply with more than 12 A capability. An optional IC-PS30 DC POWER SUPPLY is available for using the transceiver with a DC power supply in your home. Make sure the ground terminal of the DC power supply is grounded. CONNECTING TO A DC POWER SUPPLY See p.77 for fuse replacement. Grommet red black DC power supply 13.8 V Fuses 20 A black red to an AC outlet 12 V Supplied DC power cable black red Fuses 20 A 13

19 INSTALLATION 2 Antenna installation D Antenna location To obtain maximum performance from the transceiver, select a high-quality antenna and mount it in a good location. A nonradial antenna should be used when using a magnetic mount. D Antenna connector The antenna uses a PL-259 connector. PL-259 CONNECTOR Roof-mount antenna (Drill a hole or use a magnetic mount.) Trunk-mount antenna ➀ Slide the coupling ring down. Strip the cable jacket and soft solder. 30 mm Gutter-mount antenna Coupling ring 10 mm (soft solder) ➁ Strip the cable as shown at right. Soft solder the center conductor. 10 mm 1 2 mm Soft solder ➂ Slide the connector body on and solder it. solder solder D Antenna splitter You can use a dual band antenna because a duplexer is installed in the transceiver. However, an external duplexer must be connected when using a separate antenna for each band. ➃ Screw the coupling ring onto the connector body. (10 mm 3 8 in) 14

20 3 SETTING A FREQUENCY Preparation D Turning power ON Push [POWER] for 1 sec. to turn power ON. Push [POWER] for 1 sec. D Main band The IC-2710H can receive 144 MHz and 430(440) MHz band signals simultaneously. Function access or frequency changes affect the main band only. In addition, signals can be transmitted on the main band only. Set the desired band as the main band. D VFO and memory modes The transeiver has 2 normal operating modes: VFO mode and memory mode. You can select VFO mode or memory mode independently on each band. Push the desired band s [V/MHz] to select VFO mode when the transceiver is not in VFO mode. If VFO mode is already selected, the digits below 100 khz disappear. In this case, push [V/MHz] again (or push twice depending on version). VFO mode is selected Indicates memory mode Push the desired band s tuning dial to select the main band. Q indicates the main band. BAND Push [BAND] to toggle the main band selection between the 144 and 430(440) MHz bands. VFO Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. The microphone controls the main band only (or using sub band access; p. 22). Push [BAND] to toggle the main band, then push [VFO], if necessary. 15

21 SETTING A FREQUENCY 3 Lock functions To prevent accidental frequency changes and unnecessary function access, use the lock function. The transceiver has 2 different lock functions. D Frequency lock This function locks the tuning dials and switches electronically and can be used together with the microphone lock function. Push and hold [(SET)L] until L appears in the memory channel readout to activate the function. To cancel the function, push and hold [(SET)L] until L disappears. [PTT], [BAND], [MONI], [MUTE], [VOL] and [SQL] can be used while the frequency lock function is in use. Also, DTMF tones or DTMF memory contents can be transmitted from the microphone. D Microphone keypad lock This function locks the microphone keypad. 16 KEY LOCK # Push [FUNC] then [A16 KEYLOCK] to toggle the microphone keypad lock function ON and OFF. [PTT] and the 7 keys on the upper half of the microphone can be used. All switches on the transceiver can be used. The keypad lock function is released when the power is turned OFF then ON again. 2 L s appear while the frequency lock function is in use. LOCK Push and hold [(VFO)LOCK] for 1 sec. to toggle the function ON and OFF. 16

22 3 SETTING A FREQUENCY Using a tuning dial ➀ Rotate the desired band s tuning dial to set the frequency. If VFO mode is not selected, push the same band s [V/MHz] to select VFO mode. Frequency changes according to the selected tuning steps. (p. 18) ➁ For the 1 MHz frequency setting, rotate the same band s tuning dial after pushing [V/MHz]. Pushing [V/MHz] for 1 sec. starts a scan function. If this happens, push [V/MHz] again to stop the scan. Using [Y]/[Z] switches YZ Push [Y] or [Z] to set the main band s frequency. If VFO mode is not selected, push [VFO] to select it. Frequency changes according to the selected tuning steps. (p. 18) Pushing [Y] or [Z] for more than 0.5 sec. activates a scan. If this happens, push [Y] or [Z] again to stop it. NOTE: 1 MHz steps cannot be used via the [Y]/[Z] switches The display shows that the 1 MHz tuning step is selected for the VHF band. D 10 MHz steps Some versions have 10 MHz tuning steps. For these versions the [V/MHz] switch selects 10 MHz, 1 MHz then khz steps in sequence

23 SETTING A FREQUENCY 3 Tuning step selection Tuning steps are the minimum frequency change increments when you rotate the tuning dial or push the [Y] or [Z] switches on the microphone. The following tuning steps are available: 5 khz 10 khz 12.5 khz 15 khz 20 khz 25 khz 30 khz 50 khz USING SET MODE NOTE: For convenience, select a tuning step that matches the frequency intervals of repeaters in your area. ➀ Push the desired band s tuning dial. ➁ Push the selected band s [V/MHz] to select VFO mode if another mode has been selected. ➂ Push the selected band s [(VOL)SET] one or more times until ts appears as shown below. Pushing [(SQL)MONI] reverses the order of selection. Cancel the DTMF memory or optional pager/code squelch in advance. (pgs. 49, 59, 62) ➃ Rotate the selected band s tuning dial to select the tuning step. ➄ Push the selected band s tuning dial to exit set mode. SET B Ä Push [BAND] to set the main band, if necessary. Å Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. Ç Push [FSET] one or more times until ts appears as shown previously. Push [ENT] to reverse the order of selection. Cancel the DTMF memory or optional pager/code squelch in advance. (pgs. 49, 59, 62) É Push [Y] or [Z] to select the tuning step. Ñ Push [CLR] to exit set mode. 15 khz tuning step 25 khz tuning step 18

24 3 SETTING A FREQUENCY Using the keypad ENT C The frequency can be directly set via numeral keys on the microphone. Ä Push [BAND] to set the main band, if necessary. Å Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. Ç Push [ENT] to activate the keypad for digit input. É Push 5 keys to input a frequency. When a digit is mistakenly input, push [ENT] to clear the input, then input from the 1st digit. Pushing [CLR] clears input digits and retrieves the frequency. Ñ Push [Y] or [Z] to make adjustments below the 10 khz digit, if desired. [EXAMPLE]: Setting the frequency to MHz. BAND then VFO C ENT MONI 1 HIGH4 MID 5 PRIO 3 LOW 6 [EXAMPLE]: Setting the frequency to MHz. (When the 25 khz tuning step is selected in UHF.) BAND then VFO C ENT HIGH4 HIGH4 LOW 6 PRIO 3 VOL 0 19

25 BASIC OPERATION 4 Receiving The IC-2710H can receive 144 MHz and 430(440) MHz band signals simultaneously. ➀ Push [POWER] for 1 sec. to turn power ON. ➁ Set the audio levels. Push [(SQL)MONI] to open the squelch. Rotate the [VOL] control to adjust the audio output level. Push [(SQL)MONI] again to close the squelch. ➂ Set the squelch levels. Rotate [SQL] fully counterclockwise in advance. Rotate [SQL] clockwise until the noise just disappears. When interference is received, rotate [SQL] clockwise again for attenuator operation. ➃ Set the operating frequency. (pgs ) ➄ When receiving a signal on the set frequency, squelch opens and the transceiver emits audio. BUSY appears and the S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength on the received band. The volume and squelch levels can be adjusted via the microphone. However, levels return to the front panel setting when power is turned OFF or a front panel control is adjusted. BAND VOL VOL BUSY Ä Push [POWER] on the transceiver for 1 sec. to turn power ON. Å Set the audio levels. Select the desired band. Push [➀MONI], then push [BZVOL] or [IYVOL] to adjust the audio level. Push [➀MONI] again to close the squelch. Ç Set the squelch level using [AZSQL] or [HYSQL], if desired. É Set the operating frequency. (pgs ) 1 1 Appears while setting volume Appears while setting squelch BUSY When receiving a signal on VHF. CONVENIENT RF attenuator: The transceiver has an RF attenuator related to the [SQL] setting. The attenuator is automatically activated when [SQL] is rotated further than the 12 o clock position. Approx. 10 db attenuation is obtained at full rotation. 20

26 4 BASIC OPERATION Monitor function This function is used to listen to weak signals without disturbing the squelch setting or to open the desired band s squelch manually even when the optional mute functions such as tone squelch, pager functions, etc., are in use. Push the desired band s [MONI] to open the desired band s squelch. Push [MONI] again to cancel the function. While duplex is ON for repeater operation, the transmitting frequency can be monitored with [MONI]. Avionics band receive (U.S.A. version only) AM mode can be selected over the range of to MHz for reception of avionics-related broadcasts. Push and hold [(SQL)MONI] to toggle between AM and FM modes. Mode selection cannot be performed via the microphone. Appears when AM mode is selected. MONI ➀ Ä Push [BAND] to change bands, if necessary. Å Push [➀MONI] to open the main band s squelch. Push [➀MONI] again to cancel the function NOTE: The avionics band can be selected in the left band only, even when the para watch fuinction is in use. Audio mute function CONVENIENT The tuning steps for the avionics band are available separately from those for other ranges. MUTE H This function mutes both band s audio signals without disturbing the volume settings. 21 Ä Push [FUNC] then [HMUTE] to mute both band s audio signals. MUTE appears for both bands. Å Push [ECLR] (or any other key) to cancel the function. MUTE disappears.

27 BASIC OPERATION 4 Sub band access This function allows you to change sub band settings such as duplex settings, especially useful from the microphone, during transmission standby on the main band. It s easy to access the sub band and return to the main band with the band switch. ➀ Push and hold the sub band s tuning dial until ^ appears as shown below. If the [PTT] is pushed at this time, transmit is on the main band. If the main band s tuning dial is mistakenly pushed and held, the para-watch function is activated. In this case, push the main band s tuning dial for 1 sec. and repeat ➀ again. (p. 24) The sub band access function is also available from the microphone and is useful for setting the sub band s frequency, etc. during transmission standby on the main band. BAND Ä Push and hold [(BAND)SUB]. ^ appears. If the [PTT] is pushed at this time, transmit is on the main band. Å Set the sub band s operating frequency or activate functions. Ç To exit sub band access, push and hold [(BAND)SUB] again. ^ disappears. To switch from the sub band to the main band (for transmitting), push [(BAND)SUB] (momentarily). ^ appears ➁ Activate functions such as duplex setting, subaudible tones, etc. ➂ To exit sub band access, push the main band s tuning dial. To switch from the sub band to the main band, push the sub band s tuning dial. Pushing and holding the sub band s tuning dial until ^ disappears also exits sub band access. 22

28 4 BASIC OPERATION Sub band mute/ sub band busy beep USING INITIAL SET MODE The sub band mute function automatically cuts out sub band AF signals when both main and sub band signals are received simultaneously. The sub band busy beep sounds when the sub band s squelch is closed to inform you that the sub band s squelch has been opened. ➂ Rotate the main band s tuning dial to set the condition. DISPLAY SUB BAND MUTE BUSY BEEP Sub-oF OFF OFF Sub-oF S OFF ON Sub-on ON OFF Sub-on S ON ON ➃ Push [POWER] momentarily to exit initial set mode. The display shows that the sub band mute is turned ON and the sub band busy beep is turned OFF. Common setting for each band ➀ While pushing [(VOL)SET L] (on the left side of the transceiver), push [POWER] to enter initial set mode. ➁ Push [SET] one or more times until Sub appears in the display as shown above. Push [MONI] to reverse the order of selection. 23

29 BASIC OPERATION 4 Para-watch The IC-2710H can simultaneously receive 2 signals on the same band, 144 MHz or 430(440) MHz band, using the parawatch function. Can be switched between VHF and UHF. ➀ Push the desired band's tuning dial to assign the main band. ➁ Push and hold the main band s tuning dial until or (or for U.S.A. version) appears to change the operating band. ➂ Repeat step ➁ again to cancel the function. NOTE: Memory channels are common for the same band. Transmitting on the para-watch frequency is possible and the transmission quality is the same as usual. However, the opposite band s audio is muted, even when both bands are reversed. [EXAMPLE] F-1 F-2 The para-watch function cannot be activated from the regular microphone keys. However, when the tuning dial function is assigned to the user-programmable keys, [F-1] and [F-2], the para-watch function can be activated via the microphone in the same manner as described above. Receiving a VHF signal 24

30 4 BASIC OPERATION Transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the frequency before transmitting by pushing the main band s [(SQL)MONI] or the microphone s [➀MONI]. To prevent howling and sensitivity rejection, AVOID setting the 430(440) MHz band frequency near a multiple of the 144 MHz band frequency, e.g. setting for 145 MHz and 435 MHz. ➀ Push the desired band s tuning dial to select the main band for transmitting. ➁ Set the operating frequency. (pgs ) Select output power if desired. See section at right for details. ➂ Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. $ appears. The S/RF indicator shows the output power selection. The operating frequency, etc. are automatically programmed into a scratch pad memory. See p. 39 for details. One-touch PTT function is available. See p. 26 for details. ➃ Speak into the microphone using your normal voice level. DO NOT hold the microphone too close to your mouth or speak too loudly. This may distort the signal. ➄ Release [PTT] to return to receive. Selecting the output power The transceiver has 3 output power levels to suit your operating requirements. Lower output power during short-distance communication may reduce interference to other stations and reduces current consumption. ➀ Push the desired band s tuning dial. ➁ Push [LOW] one or more times to select the desired output power. The output power can be changed while transmitting. POWER SELECTION S/RF INDICATOR VHF UHF HIGH 50 W 35 W MID 10 W 10 W LOW 1 5 LOW 5 W 5 W LOW 1 25

31 BASIC OPERATION 4 HIGH 4 MID 5 LOW 6 The microphone can select the desired output power directly. Ä Push [BAND] to select the desired band, if necessary. Å Push [➃HIGH] for high output power; [➄MID] for middle output power; and [➅LOW] for low output power. The output power CANNOT be changed while transmitting. One-touch PTT function PTT-M 3 The PTT switch can be operated as a one-touch PTT switch (each push toggles transmit/receive). Using this function, you can transmit without pushing and holding the PTT switch. To prevent accidental, continuous transmissions with the one-touch PTT function, the transceiver has a time-out timer. See p. 72 for details. Crossband full duplex The transceiver can receive a signal on the sub band while transmitting on the main band. Using this capability, crossband full duplex operation is possible. No special setting is necessary for crossband full duplex operation. ➀ Set the desired transmit and receive frequencies on the main and sub bands respectively for your transceiver. (pgs ) ➁ Set the same frequencies, but set the receive band as the main band for the other transceiver. ➂ Push and hold [PTT] to operate with full duplex. Transmitting and receiving activate simultaneously. One-touch PTT function (at right) and time-out timer are useful for crossband full duplex operation. (p. 72) Ä Push [FUNC] then [➂PTT-M] to turn the one-touch PTT function ON. The activity indicator lights green. Å Push [PTT] to transmit and push again to receive. Two beeps sound when transmission is started and a long beep sounds when returning to receive. $ flashes while transmitting with the one-touch PTT function. Ç Push [FUNC] then [➂PTT-M] to turn the one-touch PTT function OFF. The activity indicator goes out. 26

32 5 REPEATER OPERATION Operation ➀ Push the desired band s tuning dial. ➁ Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). (pgs ) ➂ Push and hold [DUP] to select duplex or push it for 1 sec. again for + duplex. DUP or DUP appears to indicate the transmit frequency for minus shift or plus shift, respectively. When the auto repeater function is turned ON, (available for the U.S.A. version only), steps ➁ and ➂ are not necessary. (p. 31) DUP ➃ Push and hold [(DTMF)T] to turn ON the subaudible tone encoder, according to repeater requirements. Refer to p. 29 for tone frequency settings. When the repeater requires a different tone system, see the page at right. ➄ Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit frequency (repeater input frequency). The operating condition is automatically programmed into a scratch pad memory. See p. 39 for details. If off appears, confirm the offset frequency. (p. 30) ➅ Release [PTT] to receive. ➆ Push the selected band s [MONI] to check whether the other station s transmit signal can be directly received or not. ➇ To return to simplex, push [DUP] for 1 sec., once or twice, to clear the DUP indicator. ➈ To turn OFF the subaudible tone encoder, push and hold [(DTMF)T]. T disappears. When the optional UT-104 is installed, push and hold [(DTMF)T] an additional 2 times (for a total of 3 times). DUP T 27

33 REPEATER OPERATION 5 DUP 7 DUP+ 8 SIMP 9 Ä Push [BAND] to select the desired band, if necessary. Å Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). (pgs ) Ç Push [➆DUP ] to select duplex; push [➇DUP+] for + duplex. É Push [FUNC] then [➆TONE] to turn ON the subaudible tone encoder according to repeater requirements. Refer to p. 29 for tone frequency setting. When the repeater requires a different tone system, see at right. Ñ Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. Ö Push and hold [➀MONI] to check whether the other station s signal can be directly received. Ü Release [PTT] to receive. á To return to simplex operation, push [➈SIMP]. à To turn OFF the subaudible tone encoder, push [FUNC], then [GT-OFF]. D DTMF tones Push [DTMF-S], then push the keys of the desired DTMF S DTMF digits. The function indicator lights green. 0 9, A D, M(E) and #(F) are available. Cancel the DTMF memory encoder or optional pager/code squelch function in advance. (pgs. 49, 59, 62) Push [DTMF-S] again to return the keypad to normal function control. The transceiver has 8 DTMF memory channels for autopatch operation. See p. 49 for details. D 1750 Hz tone A 1750 Hz tone is required to access most TONE-1 European repeaters. The microphone has 1750 Hz tone capability. TONE-2 Ä Push [FUNC]. The mode indicator lights orange. Å Push [BTONE-1] to transmit a 1750 Hz tone call signal for 1 sec.; push and hold [ITONE-2] to transmit a 1750 Hz tone call signal for an arbitrary period. The mode indicator goes out automatically. The optional HM-90 also has 1750 Hz tone capability. 28

34 5 REPEATER OPERATION Subaudible tones USING SET MODE T The display shows that an 88.5 Hz subaudible tone frequency is set. Separate setting for each band ➀ Push the desired band s tuning dial. ➁ Select the mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tone frequency to, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. ➂ Push [SET] one or more times until T appears and flashes as shown above. Push [MONI] to reverse the order of selection. Cancel the DTMF memory encoder or optional pager/code squelch function in advance. (pgs. 49, 59, 62) ➃ Rotate the selected band s tuning dial to select and set the desired frequency. ➄ Push the desired band s tuning dial to exit set mode. NOTE: The subaudible tone frequency can be set in a memory channel temporarily. However, the set contents are cleared once the memory/call mode is selected. To store the tone frequency permanently, overwrite the channel information. SET B Ä Push [BAND] to select the desired band, if necessary. Å Set the mode/channel you wish to set the subaudible tone frequency to, such as VFO mode, memory/call channel or scratch pad memory. The subaudible tone frequency is independently programmed into each mode or channel. Ç Push [FSET] one or more times until T appears and flashes as shown at left. Pushing [GENT] reverses the order of selection. Cancel the DTMF memory encoder or optional pager/code squelch function in advance. (pgs. 49, 59, 62) É Push [Y] or [Z] to select and set the desired frequency. Pushing and holding [Y] or [Z] changes the frequency continuously. Ñ Push [ECLR] to exit set mode. Subaudible tone frequency list (unit: Hz)

35 REPEATER OPERATION 5 Offset frequency USING SET MODE DUP The display shows that a 0.6 MHz (600 khz) frequency is set. Separate setting for each band ➀ Push the desired band s tuning dial. ➁ Select the mode/channel you wish to set the offset frequency to, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. The offset frequency can be independently programmed into each mode or channel. ➂ Push [SET] one or more times until DUP appears and flashes as shown above. Pushing [MONI] reverses the order of selection. Cancel the DTMF memory encoder or optional pager/code squelch function in advance. (pgs. 49, 59, 62) ➃ Rotate the selected band s tuning dial to set the desired frequency. Selectable step increment is the same as the preset tuning step. (p. 18) Use the selected band s [V/MHz] for quick MHz setting. ➄ Push the selected band s tuning dial to exit set mode. SET B Ä Push [BAND] to select the desired band, if necessary. Å Set the mode/channel you wish to set the offset frequency to, such as VFO mode or memory/call channel. The offset frequency can be independently programmed into each mode or channel. Ç Push [FSET] one or more times until DUP appears and flashes as shown at left. Pushing [GENT] reverses the order of selection. Cancel the DTMF memory encoder or optional pager/code squelch function in advance. (pgs. 49, 59, 62) É Push [Y] or [Z] to select and set the desired frequency. Selectable step increment is the same as the preset tuning step. (p. 18) Pushing and holding [Y] or [Z] changes the frequency continuously. Ñ Push [ECLR] to exit set mode. NOTE: The offset frequency can be set in a memory channel temporarily. However, the set contents are cleared once the memory/call mode is selected. To store the offset frequency permanently, overwrite the channel information. 30

36 5 REPEATER OPERATION Auto repeater (U.S.A. version only) USING INITIAL SET MODE The U.S.A. version automatically activates the repeater settings (DUP or DUP and tone encoder ON/OFF) when the operating frequency falls within the general repeater output frequency range and deactivates them when outside of the range. D Setting the auto repeater function ON/OFF ➀ Push [POWER] to turn power OFF. ➁ While pushing [(VOL)SET L] (left side), turn power ON to enter initial set mode. ➂ Push [SET L] one or more times until the rpt display appears as shown below. ➃ Rotate the left-hand tuning dial to turn the auto repeater function ON ( rpt-r1 or rpt-r2 ) or OFF ( rpt-of ). rpt-r1 and rpt-r2 automatically set the duplex setting and duplex/tone encoder settings, respectively. ➄ Push [POWER] momentarily to exit initial set mode. D Frequency range and offset direction FREQUENCY RANGE MHz MHz DUPLEX DIRECTION DUP appears MHz DUP appears MHz DUP appears MHz DUP appears DUP DUP T Duplex setting: Tone encoder: Automatic ON Automatic OFF Automatic ON Automatic ON 31

37 MEMORY OPERATION 6 General description The transceiver has 99 regular memory channels plus 6 scan edge memory channels (3 pairs) on each band; each of these can be individually programmed with the following data. Operating frequency (pgs ) Duplex direction (DUP or DUP ) and its offset frequency (pgs. 27, 30) Subaudible tone encoder or tone squelch* 1 and its tone frequency (pgs. 27, 29) Skip information* 2 (p. 45) * 1 An optional UT-104 TONE SQUELCH UNIT is necessary. * 2 Except for the scan edge memory channels. Memory channel selection D Using a tuning dial ➀ Push the desired band s [M/CALL] once or twice to display!. ➁ Rotate the same band s tuning dial to select the desired memory channel. Only the programmed memory can be selected. D Using [Y]/[Z] switches Ä Push [BAND] to select the desired band, if necessary. MR Å Push [MR] to select memory mode. Ç Push [Y] or [Z] several times to select the desired memory channel. Y/Z Pushing [Y]/[Z] more than 0.5 sec. activates a scan. If a scan is activated, push [Y] or [Z] again to stop it. D Using the keypad MR ENT C Ä Push [BAND] to select the desired band, if necessary. Å Push [MR] to select memory mode. Ç Push [GENT] to activate the keypad for numeral input. É Push 2 appropriate digit keys to input a channel number. When inputting non-programmed channel numbers the previous memory channel appears. To select scan edge channels, B and A can be used for A and b respectively. 32

38 6 MEMORY OPERATION Programming a memory channel VFO mode settings, including the set mode contents such as subaudible tone frequency, etc., are programmed into a memory channel. ➀ Set the desired frequency in VFO mode: Push the desired band s [V/MHz] to select VFO mode. Set the frequency using the desired band s tuning dial. Set other data (e.g. tone frequency, etc.) if required. ➁ Push [S.MW] momentarily.! and the memory channel number flashes. ➂ Rotate the tuning dial to select the memory channel to be [EXAMPLE]: Programming MHz into memory channel 20 via the remote controller. programmed. Memory channels not yet programmed are blank. ➃ Push [S.MW] for 1 sec. to program. 3 beeps may sound. Memory channel number automatically advances when continuing to push [S.MW] after programming. CONVENIENT Memory programming can be performed in versatile ways e.g. memory channel to the same (or different) memory channel, memory channel to the call channel, etc. Push and Rotate for setting V/MHz SCAN freq., etc. Push S.MW MW momentarily Rotate Push S.MW MW for 1 sec. and continue pushing 33

39 MEMORY OPERATION 6 Programming a memory channel via the microphone MW Memory channel programming can be performed via the microphone. Ä Push [BAND] to select the desired band, if necessary. Å Set the desired frequency in VFO mode: Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. Set the frequency using the keypad. Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, subaudible tone encoder ON/OFF and its frequency), if required. Ç Push [FUNC] then [EMW] momentarily. É Select the memory channel to be programmed: Push [Y] or [Z] to select the memory channel (direct numeral input cannot be used). Ñ Push [FUNC] then [EMW] for 1 sec. to program. 3 beeps may sound and the VFO contents (including the subaudible tone frequency, etc.) are programmed. Memory channel number advances when continuing to push [MW] after programming. [EXAMPLE]: Programming MHz into memory channel 20 via the microphone. Push BAND, VFO MONI 1 HIGH4 MID 5 ENT C Push FUNC then DUP+ 8 DUP 7 MW CLR A momentarily Push Push FUNC then MW CLR A for 1 sec. and continue pushing 34

40 6 MEMORY OPERATION Transferring memory contents This function transfers a memory channel s contents into a VFO (or another memory/call channel). This is useful when searching for signals around a memory channel frequency and for recalling the offset frequency, subaudible tone frequency, etc. Push S.MW MW DUP T DUP T FUNC + MW CLR A for 1 sec. ➀ Push the desired band s tuning dial. ➁ Select the memory channel to be transferred: Select memory mode by pushing the selected band s [M/CALL] once or twice (! appears). Rotate the selected band s tuning dial to select the memory channel. ➂ Push [S.MW] momentarily, then rotate the tuning dial to select another memory channel to transfer. To transfer to the VFO, push and hold [(S.MW)MW] instead of pushing momentarily. ➃ Push and hold [(S.MW)MW] to transfer when a momentary push was used in the previous step. MW Ä Push [BAND] to select the desired band, if necessary. Å Select the memory channel to be transferred: Push [MR] to select memory mode. Push [Y] or [Z] to select the memory channel; or push [GENT] then push the desired memory channel number (2 digits) to select the memory channel directly. Ç Push [FUNC] then [EMW] momentarily, then push [Y] or [Z] to select another memory channel to transfer. To transfer to the VFO, push [FUNC] then push and hold [EMW] instead of pushing momentarily. É Push [FUNC] then [EMW] for 1 sec. to transfer when a momentary push was used in the previous step. 35