IC-A210 Instruction Manual
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IC-A210.qxd 2007.07.24 2:06 PM Page a INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER iA210 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. IC-A210.qxd 2007.07.24 2:06 PM Page b IMPORTANT FEATURES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely ❍ Large, bright OLED display before using the transceiver. A fixed mount VHF airband first! The IC-A210 has an organic light emitting diode (OLED) display. All man-made lighting emits its own SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This in- light and display offers many advantages in brightness, not bright- ness, vividness, high contrast, wide viewing angle and response time struction manual contains important operating instructions for compared to a conventional display. In addition, the auto dimmer the IC-A210. function adjusts the display for optimum brightness at day or night. ❍ Easy channel selection It’s fast and easy to select any of memory channels in the IC-A210. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS The “flip-flop” arrow button switches between active and standby channels. The dualwatch function allows you to monitor two channels The explicit definitions below apply to this instruction manual. simultaneously. In addition, the history memory channel stores the last 10 channels used and allows you to recall those channels easily. WORD DEFINITION ❍ GPS memory function Personal injury, Þre hazard or electric shock When connected to an external GPS receiver* equipped with an air- RWARNING may occur. port frequency database, the IC-A210 will instantly tune in the local CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. airport frequency as you fly into its airspace. If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk *Ask your dealer for available GPS receiver details. NOTE of personal injury, Þre or electric shock. ❍ 13.8 V/27.5 V DC power source The built-in DC-DC converter accepts a 13.8/27.5 V DC power source. The IC-A210 is easily installed in most airplanes or vehicles. Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor- ❍ Intercom function porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, The IC-A210 has a built-in voice activated intercom function allowing Spain, Russia and/or other countries. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines. the pilot to talk with a co-pilot via headset. The IC-A210 has ad- Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in justable audio level and squelch control functions. the U.S.A. and other countries. i IC-A210.qxd 2007.07.24 2:06 PM Page c PRECAUTIONS R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to trans- headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. mit. Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume op- eration. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or volume level or discontinue use. in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +55°C (+131°F). NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet or to a power source of more than 28 V DC. Such a connection will AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty envi- damage the transceiver. ronments. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source that is AVOID placing the transceiver against walls. This will ob- DC fused at more than 5 A. Accidental reverse connection will struct heat dissipation. be protected by this fuse, higher fuse values will not give any protection against such accidents and the transceiver will be AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or al- ruined. cohol when cleaning, as they damage the transceiver sur- faces. DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when operating continuously for long periods. DO NOT connect the transceiver to a power source using reverse polarity. This connection will not only blow fuses but also may damage the transceiver. FCC caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to DO NOT place unit in a non-secure place to avoid inad- operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. vertent use by children. ii IC-A210.qxd 2007.07.24 2:06 PM Page d TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT .............................................................................................i I Programming channel names (Regular memory channel only) ...15 EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS...........................................................................i I Programming group names (Group memory channel only) .........15 FEATURES ...............................................................................................i I Programming channel tag PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................ii (Group memory channel only)......................................................16 TABLE OF CONTENTS...........................................................................iii I Channel tag list.............................................................................16 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION.....................................................................1–4 I Weather memory channel (U.S.A. version only) ..........................17 I Front panel .....................................................................................1 I GPS memory................................................................................17 I Rear panel......................................................................................3 I GPS memory edit .........................................................................18 I Main unit.........................................................................................3 I Memory protection........................................................................18 I Function display..............................................................................4 4 OTHER FUNCTIONS....................................................................19–21 2 BASIC OPERATION.........................................................................5–8 I Lock function ................................................................................19 I Frequency selection .......................................................................5 I Accessing 121.5 MHz emergency frequency ...............................19 I Standby frequency selection (Step 1-2) .........................................5 I Intercom function..........................................................................20 I Frequency exchanging/not exchanging (Step 2-2).........................6 I Squelch test function ....................................................................20 I Receiving........................................................................................6 I Weather memory channel scan (U.S.A. version only)..................21 I Transmitting....................................................................................6 5 MENU MODE................................................................................22–27 I Frequency set example ..................................................................7 I MENU mode programming...........................................................22 I Direct frequency setting mode operation........................................8 I MENU mode items .......................................................................23 I Dualwatch operation.......................................................................8 6 INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL.......................................................28 3 MEMORY OPERATION ..................................................................9–18 I Transceiver installation.................................................................28 I Programming notes ........................................................................9 I Transceiver removal .....................................................................28 I Entering memory mode ..................................................................9 7 CLONING............................................................................................29 I Memory channel type .....................................................................9 8 SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................30 I Channel selection.........................................................................10 9 OPTIONS............................................................................................31 I Programming a memory channel .................................................10 10 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ...............................................35 I Programming example..................................................................11 I Transferring memory contents......................................................12 I Memory mode menu (Regular memory and group memory channels only) ..................12 I Memory channel...........................................................................13 I Group memory channel................................................................13 I History memory channel...............................................................14 I Clearing the memory contents (Regular memory and group memory channels only) ..................14 iii IC-A210.qxd 2007.07.24 2:06 PM Page 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1