Icom IC-T2H 144 MHz FM Transceiver instruction manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 


144 MHz FM TRANSCEIVER 


IC—-T2H 


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. 


Icom Inc. 


IMPORTANT 


READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com- 


pletely before using the transceiver. 


SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This in- 


struction manual contains important operating instructions for 
the IC-T2H. 


EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS 


The explicit definitions below apply to this instruction manual. 


| WORD | DEFINITION 


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. 


CAUTIONS 


/\WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the 
antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the 
body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The 
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm 
(2 to 4 in) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. 


Z\WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a 
headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. 
Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume op- 
eration. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the 
volume or discontinue use. 


NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet or toa 
power source of more than 16 V DC. Such a connection will 
damage the transceiver. 


NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source that is 
DC fused at more than 5 A. Accidental reverse connection will 
be protected by this fuse, higher fuse values will not give any 
protection against such accidents and the transceiver will be 
ruined. 


NEVER attempt to charge alkaline or dry cell batteries. Be- 
ware that external DC power connections will charge batteries 
inside the battery case. This will damage not only the battery 
case but also the transceiver. 


DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to trans- 
mit. 


Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by chil- 
dren. 


DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electri- 
cal blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. 


AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or 
in areas with temperatures below —10°C (+14°F) or above 
460°C (+140°F). 


The use of non-lcom battery packs/chargers may impair 
transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty. 


Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still 
flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from 
the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise, 
the battery pack or installed Ni-Cd batteries will become ex- 
hausted. 


For USA only: 

Caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not ex- 
pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to 
operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. 


SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES 


Accessories included with the transceiver: 


CPAntehina teak, abt FD. die, Dib. (POR MOBES AAS INT 1 
SUG WOMPPNTTEM ce ee ects ees eens 1 
@ Battery case (BP-194) 

with 8 Ni-Cd (AA) batteries* installed ............... 1 
Wall Charger tenth inn ele cree « SYRA MMS Pot) Ml 1 


*Not supplied with some versions. 


TABLE OF CONTENTS 


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ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT | ee 


© Antenna © Belt clip 

Connect the supplied flexible antenna to the antenna con- To attach: 

nector and rotate the antenna clockwise. Slide the belt clip into the plastic loop on the back of the 
battery case/pack. 


V CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may 
damage the transceiver. 


To remove: 
Push the top of the belt clip towards the transceiver and at 
the same time, push it downwards and free of the plastic 


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Mi Switches, controls, keys and connectors 


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@ PTT SWITCH [PTT] (p. 12) 
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. 


@ POWER/VOLUME CONTROL [PWR/VOL] 
> Rotate to turn power on and off. 
=» Rotate clockwise to increase volume and counterclock- 

wise to decrease volume. 

© EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS 
[SP/MIC] 
Connect an optional speaker-microphone or headset, if de- 
sired. The internal microphone and speaker will not func- 
tion when either is connected. (See p. 37 for options.) 


© External connection 
t= NOTE: When connecting or disconnecting an external 
speaker-microphone, first turn off power to the transceiver. 


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PTT 
@ ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 1) 
Connects the supplied antenna. 
@ EXTERNAL DC POWER JACK [CHARGE] 


Connect a 13.5 to 16 V DC power source using optional 
cables, CP-12L or OPC-254L, to charge the batteries, or 


PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 


connect the BC-110A/D/V wall charger for charging. 


VY CAUTION: This connection is for charging only. Power 
to the transceiver must be turned off during charging. 


© TX INDICATOR [TX] (p. 12) 
Lights red while transmitting. 


@ UP/DOWN KEY [A]/[¥] 
=» In VFO mode, increment or decrement the dis- 
played frequency according to the set tuning 


() steps. (p. 11) 
> In memory mode, increment or decrement the 
selected memory channel. (p. 13) 
=» In initial set mode, select item conditions. (p. 28) 


© MONITOR KEY [ @ (MONI)] (p. 13) 
C4) Push and hold this switch to force the squelch 
open; release to close it again. 
™ Push twice to keep the squelch open; push 
again to close it. 
=» While pushing [PTT], push this switch to trans- 
mit a 1750 Hz tone signal. (Europe version only) 
> When a digit is mistakenly input, push [ @ ] and 
input from the beginning. 
© DIAL SELECT KEY [ 4] (p. 12) 


(ep) Push this switch one or more times to select the 
dial select step for frequency tuning. 


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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION 


Push [SQL], then push [A]/[¥] one or more 


=> 
‘ eer times to select squelch level. “AUto”, “Sql 1” to 
. “Sql 8” are available to suit personal preferences 


and operating conditions. (p. 13) 


@ SCAN START/STOP KEY [SC]* 
Ge) =» Push [SC] to start the scan. (p. 25) 
¢ To change the scan direction, push [A] or [¥]. 
“» Push [SC] again to stop the scan. (p. 25) 
@ DUPLEX KEY [DUP]* 
“> Push once to select — DUP or twice to select 
DUP mode. (p. 15) 
@® POWER SELECT KEY [H/L]* 
Ci) “> Push to toggle high and low power output. (p. 
12) 
¢ “LOW” appears when low power is selected. 
@® VFO/MEMORY KEY [a V]* 
» Push to toggle VFO mode and memory mode. 
(p. 11) 
¢ “(1G)” appears when memory mode is selected. 
> Push for 1 sec. to enter “Set mode”. (p. 14) 
“ Transmits an “A” for DTMF operation while 
pushing [PTT]. 
@® MEMORY WRITE KEY [s M]* 
> Push [B M], then select a memory channel num- 
ber with [A}/[¥]. 


DUP 


> Push [B M] for 1 sec. to program the information 
into the memory channel. (p. 19) 
= Transmits a “B” for DTMF operation while push- 
ing [PTT]. 
@ TONE SETTING KEY [c T]* 
> Toggles tone squelch operation ON/OFF. 
¢“T”, “TSQL” or “TSQL” appears on the display. 
“» Transmits a “C” for DTMF operation while push- 
ing [PTT]. 
@® LOCK KEY [p L]* 
> Toggles the lock function ON/OFF. (p 13) 
 Transmits a “D” for DTMF operation while push- 
ing [PTT]. 
@® GUIDE KEY [#] (p. 31) 
» Activates the guide function. 
 Transmits an “F” for DTMF operation while 
pushing [PTT]. 
® DIGIT KEYS 
G) > Input the specified digit during frequency input, 
memory channel selection, etc. 
“> Transmit the DTMF code of the specified digit 
Co ) while pushing [PTT]. 
@ MHz KEY [*] (p. 12) 
» Used as a short cut for inputting frequencies. 
“= Transmits an “E” for DTMF operation while 
pushing [PTT]. 


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@ *Customizable keys 
[SQL], [SC], [DUP], [H/L], [AV], [B M], [c T], [D L] 


These keys can be assigned a variety of functions (see p. 32 
for a list of available functions). 


NOTE: In this manual, the customized keys are represented 
by the “#” icon. Operations which require a customizable key 
observe the following style— 


Push [w (FUNCTION)] 


where “#” indicates the key is customized and “FUNCTION” 
indicates the assigned function e.g. TONE, etc. 


© Guide function (p. 31) 

The guide function displays the function of keys and switches 
quickly and easily. 

Once a key function has been changed from its default, the 
guide function is a convenient way to determine its function. 


PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 


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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION 


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@ MEMORY MODE INDICATOR (p. 13) 
Appears while in memory mode. 

@ LOCK INDICATOR (p. 13) 
Appears while the lock function is activated. 


© DUPLEX INDICATOR (p. 15) 
Appears during semi-duplex operation. 


e“—DUP” appears for minus duplex; “DUP” appears for plus du- 


plex. 


@ TONE INDICATORS 
“T” appears when the subaudible tone encoder (p. 16) is in 
use; “T SQL((+))” appears during pocket beep operation 
(p. 27) and “T SQL” appears when the tone squelch func- 
tion (p. 26) is activated. . 


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© ANI INDICATOR (p. 33) 
Appears when the transceiver is set to ANI (Automatic 
Number Identification) operation mode. 
© LOW BATTERY INDICATOR 
» Appears when the battery is nearing exhaustion. 
> Appears and flashes when battery replacement is nec- 
essary. 
@ FREQUENCY READOUT 
> In frequency indication mode, indicates the operating 
frequency. (p. 11) 
¢ The smaller “75,” “50” and “25” to the right of the readout in- 
dicates 7.5, 5.0 and 2.5 kHz, respectively. 
» In channel indication mode, indicates the selected chan- 
nel. (p. 11) 


w> In set mode or initial set mode, indicates the selected 
item, condition, etc. 


© BUSY AND S/RF INDICATORS (p. 12) 
w “BUSY” appears when receiving a signal or when the 
squelch is open. 
> The S/RF indicators show the relative signal strength 
while receiving and the output power when transmitting 
(2 segments appear for low power and all segments ap- 
pear for high power). 


© LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 12) 
Appears when low output power is set. 


@ SKIP INDICATOR (p. 25) 
Appears when the selected channel is set as a “skip” chan- 
nel. 

@ MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 13) 
Indicates the selected memory channel and other items 
such as the call channel. 


PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 


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BATTERY PACKS 


@ Battery pack charging 


The supplied BP-194 BATTERY CASE includes rechargeable 
Ni-Cd batteries* and can be charged approx. 300 times. 
Charge the batteries before first operating the transceiver or 
when they become exhausted. 


If you want to be able to charge the batteries more than 300 

times, the following points should be observed: 

1. Avoid overcharging. The charging period should be less 
than 48 hours. 

2. Use the batteries until they become completely exhausted 
under normal conditions. We recommend battery charging 
just after transmitting becomes impossible. 

*Not supplied with some versions. 


@ Charging precautions 


NEVER attempt to charge dry cell/alkaline batteries. This will 
cause internal liquid leakage and damage the battery case 
and transceiver. 


NEVER connect two or more chargers at the same time. 


Charging may not occur under temperatures of 10°C (50°F) 
or over temperatures of 40°C (104°F). 


@ About battery packs 


© Operating period 

Depending on installed battery pack (batteries), the operating 
period of the transceiver varies. Refer to p. 39 for operating 
period details. 


© Battery life 

If your batteries seem to have no capacity even after being 
fully charged, completely discharge them by leaving the 
power ON overnight. Then fully charge them again. 

If the batteries still do not retain a charge (or very little), new 
batteries must be purchased. 


Recycling information (USA only) 

i The product that you purchased contains a 

& rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At 
mrav_~the end of its useful life, under various state and 

local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the 


municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-8-BATTERY for battery 
recycling options in your area or contact your dealer. 


@ Charging connections 


© Regular charging 
When charging a battery case (pack) attached to the trans- 
ceiver the power must be OFF. 


Transceiver with 
attached 
battery case 
(pack) 


CP-12L 
(optional) 


VS 


Hy 
OPC-254L 
(optional) 


® white 


black © 


SSS BC-110A/D/V* 


*Not supplied with some versions. 


Toa13.5 
to 16 VDC 
power source 


Charging periods: 
15 hours (w/BP-195) 
20 hours (w/BP-196) 


BATTERY PACKS 3 


© Rapid charging with the BC-119 

The optional BC-119 provides rapid charging of optional 
Ni-Cd battery packs (power to the transceiver must be OFF 
during charging). The following are additionally required: 


¢ AD-81 
eAn AC adapter (may be supplied }-4 
with the BC-119 depending 
on version). \ 


Charging periods: 
1 hour (w/BP-195) 
1.5 hours (w/BP-196) 


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3 BATTERY PACKS 


@ Installing batteries in the 
battery case 


When using a battery case attached to the transceiver, install 
8 AA(R6) size Ni-Cd or alkaline batteries as illustrated below. 


@ Remove the bat- 
tery case from the 
transceiver. 


@ Install 8 x R6(AA) 
size Ni-Cd or alka- 
line batteries. 
¢ Be sure to observe 

the correct polarity. 


@ NEVER connect DC power to the transceiver when in- 
stalling dry cell or alkaline batteries. Such a connection will 
damage the transceiver. 

@ Be careful of battery overcharging. When operating via ex- 
ternal DC power, installed batteries are simultaneously 
charged. 

@ Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean bat- 
tery terminals once a week. 


M@ Power ON 


Rotate [PWR/VOL] clockwise 
to turn power ON. 


© Toggling frequency/channel 
indication mode 

Channel indication mode is used to simplify operation. In this 

mode only pre-programmed memory channel numbers are 

displayed and functions are limited ([PWR/VOL], [p L], [PTT], 

[  ], [H/L] and [SC] are functional). 


AT POWER ON 


To toggle between the indication modes: 
While pushing [W] + [0], rotate [PWR/VOL] to turn power ON. 


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Frequency indication 


@ 


Channel indication 


BASIC OPERATION 


@ Setting a frequency 


© Via the keypad 

@ Push [a V] to select VFO mode, if 
necessary. 

@ Push 6 digit keys, starting from 
the 100 MHz digit, to input a fre- 
quency. (pm Dae 
e Push the [*] key first to start input , 

from the 100 kHz digit, if desired. 
*When a digit is mistakenly input, @) Ce) @) 
push [ s@ ] and input from the begin- 
ning. dies if 
e “2” and “7” are acceptable for the 1 
kHz digits (depending on the 10 kHz digit). 


© Using the [A]/[¥] keys 

Each push increments/decrements the frequency according 
to the selected tuning step (see right), except when the 100 
kHz or 1 MHz dial select step is selected (see following 
page). When a dial select step is selected, each push incre- 
ments/decrements the frequency either 100 kHz or 1 MHz. 


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4 BASIC OPERATION 


— Dial select function 


Use the dial select function to adjust the tuning behaviour or 
the [A]/[W] keys—use 1 MHz tuning when you want to 
~ change the frequency in large increments; use the selected 
tuning step when you want to change the frequency in smaller 
increments. 


@® Push [4] one or more times to petty 
select the desired [A]/[W] key 
tuning increment. 
¢1 MHz tuning, 100 kHz tuning or 1 MHz tuning selected 

regular tuning steps can be selected 
(see diagram at right). ty x 


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Regular tuning selected 


@ Release [ €] to return to normal operation. 


@ Receive and transmit 


@ Rotate [PWR/VOL] clockwise to turn power ON. 
@ Adjust volume to the desired level. 
¢ While pushing [  ], rotate [VOL]. 
@ Set a frequency. 
When a signal is received: 
> Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker. 
= “BUSY” appears and the S/RF indicator shows the relative sig- 
nal strength. 
@ Push [H/L] to toggle output power between high and low. 
e “LOW” appears when low output power is selected. 
© Push and hold [PTT] to transmit; then speak into the mi- 
crophone. 
¢Do not hold the microphone too close to your mouth or speak 
too loudly. This may distort the signal. 
e The TX indicator lights red. 
e The S/RF indicator shows the output power selection. 


VY Convenient 

Monitor function: Push and hold [ @ ] to listen to weak sig- 
nals that do not open the squelch; or push [ @ ] twice to mon- 
itor a signal without having to continuously hold [  ]. 


Squelch control: The transceiver employs a noise pulse 
count system and therefore, squelch is adjusted automatically 
when “AUto” is selected for the squelch level: 


Push [SQL], then push [4]/[¥] one or more times until “AUto” 
appears. Manual levels from “Sql 1” to “Sql 8” are also avail- 
able to suit personal preferences and operating conditions. 


BASIC OPERATION 4 


@ Selecting a memory channel 


@® Push [a V] to select memory chan- @:) 
nel mode, if necessary. cw 
¢ “(1)” appears. rm 

@ Push 2 digit keys to select the de- 
sired memory channel (or push the 


[A]/(¥] keys). 
¢ The first nine memory channels are te LOE IF 
“the CC 0 


preceded by a “0.” i 
eWhen you want to select scan edge 

channels PA or Pb, push [4], [1] or [4], 

[2], respectively. 


@ Lock function 


The lock function prevents accidental frequency changes and 
accidental function activation. By default, [p L] toggles this 
function on and off. 


Push [p L] for 1 sec. to toggle the function on and off. 


¢“gr=O” appears while the lock func- 
tion is activated. 
e([PTT], [PWR/VOL] and [ @ ]can be 


used regardless of this setting. 


4 BASIC OPERATION 


@ Notes for “Set mode” 


The following items can be set from VFO mode. 
Set mode items: 

Tuning steps (p. 14) 

Duplex setting  (p. 15) 
Repeater tones (p. 16) 

Offset frequency (p. 16) 
Subaudible tones (p. 16) 

(p. 20) 

(p. 26) 


Call channel 
CTCSS tones 


When setting items from memory mode, input data will dis- 
appear when changing memories or turning power OFF. 
Please select VFO mode before entering set mode, and read 
the instructions for each set mode item carefully. 


To turn set mode ON and OFF: 

@ Push [a V] or [#(CALL)]* for 1 sec. to enter set mode. 
@ Push [ 4] one or more times to select the item. 

@ Push the [A/¥] keys to select the desired value. 

@ Push [a V] or [#(CALL)]* to exit set mode. 


@ Setting tuning USING SET MODE 
steps 

The transceiver has 8 tuning steps as follows: 

5 kHz 10 kHz 12.5 kHz 15 kHz 

20 kHz 25 kHz 30 kHz 50 kHz 


@® Push [a V] or [#(CALL)]* for 1 sec. to enter set mode. 

@ Push [ 4] one or more times to select the tuning step item. 

@ Push the [A/¥] keys to select the desired tuning step. 

@ Push the same key used in step © above to enter the tun- 
ing step and exit set mode. 


This display shows that a tuning step of 25 
kHz is selected. 


For convenience, select a tuning step that matches the fre- 
quency intervals of repeaters in your area. 


“t= NOTE: 
Selecting a tuning step is possible using one of the pro- 
grammable key/switches when this function is assigned 
using key customize mode (p. 31). In this case, pushing 
[# (tS)] enters tuning step mode. 


When pushing [ @ ] to exit set mode, any changes made 
while in set mode are cancelled. 


@ General 


When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from 
the receive frequency by the offset frequency. It is convenient 
to program repeater information into memory channels (p. 
19). 


@® Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). 
@ Push [DUP] one or more times to select -DUP or DUP. 
e“-DUP” indicates the transmit frequency is shifted down; “DUP” 
indicates the transmit frequency is shifted up. 
¢ When the auto repeater function is in use (USA version only) this 
selection and step ® are not necessary (p. 17). 
@ Push [c T] to activate the subaudible tone encoder, ac- 
cording to repeater requirements. 
e “T” appears. 
¢ Refer to the table of subaudible tone frequencies on the following 
page. 
@ Push and hold [PTT] to transmit. 
¢ The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit 
frequency (repeater input frequency). 
¢ lf “oFF” appears, check the offset frequency (p. 16). 
© Release [PTT] to receive. 
© Push and hold [ @ ] to check whether the other station’s 
transmit signal can be directly received or not. 


© Tone information 
Some repeaters require a tone to be accessed. In this case, 
precede step © at left with the required tone. 


DTMF TONES 

While pushing [PTT], push the desired digit key(s) to transmit 

DTMF tones. 

e The transceiver has 5 DIMF memory channels. See p. 22 for de- 
tails. 


1750 Hz TONE 
While pushing [PTT], push and hold [ @ ] for 1 to 2 sec. to 
transmit a 1750 Hz tone signal. 


¥Y Convenient 

Tone scan function: When you don’t know the subaudible 
tone used for a repeater, the tone scan is convenient for de- 
tecting the tone frequency. 


Push and hold [SC] to activate the tone scan. See p. 27 for 
more details. 


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REPEATER OPERATION 5 El 


5 REPEATER OPERATION 


M@ Subaudible tones 


Some repeaters require subaudible tones to be accessed. 
Subaudible tones are superimposed over your normal signal 
and must be set in advance. 


USING SET MODE 


@ Push [a V] for 1 sec. to enter set mode. 

@ Push [ 4] one or more times until 
“RP” appears. 

@ Push [A]/[¥V] to select the desired 
subaudible tone. 


Subaudible tone of 

@® Push [a V] to enter the selected 88.5 Hz is selected. 
tone and exit set mode. 

When set mode is selected from memory mode: 

© Push [s Mj. 

© Push [a V]. 

@ Push [B M] for 1 sec. 


Available subaudible tone frequencies 


(unit: Hz) 


USING SET MODE 


@ Offset frequency 


When communicating through a repeater, the transmit fre- 
quency is shifted from the receive frequency by an amount 
determined by the offset frequency. 


@® Push [a V] for 1 sec. to enter set mode. 

@ Push [4] one or more times until 
“oW” appears. 

@® Push [A]/[¥W] to select the desired 
offset frequency. Offset frequency of 
* Selectable steps are the same as the 09-60 MHz is selected. 

pre-set tuning steps. 

@ Push [a V] to enter the selected offset frequency and exit 
set mode. 

When set mode is selected from memory mode: 

© Push [es Mj]. 

© Push [a V]. 

@ Push [B M] for 1 sec. 


REPEATER OPERATION 5 


@ Auto repeater = /s1%¢ INITIAL SET MODE 
function (USA version only) 


The USA version automatically activates the repeater settings Frequency range and offset direction 
(duplex, ON/OFF, duplex direction, tone encoder ON/OFF) FREQUENCY RANGE DUPLEX DIRECTION 
when the operating frequency falls within or outside of the 


145.200-145.495 MHz “_DUP" appears 
146.610-146.995 MHz 


general repeater output frequency range. The offset and re- 
peater tone frequencies are not changed by the auto repeater 


function, reset these frequencies, if necessary. 147.000—147.395 MHz “DUP” appears 


@ While pushing [8] + [0], turn power on to enter initial set 
mode. 
@ Push [ 4] one or more times until “AR” appears. 
@ Push [A]/[¥] to select the desired condition. 
e“oFF”—the auto repeater function is 
turned off; 


“oni1”—the auto repeater function acti- 
vates for duplex only; 


“on2”—the auto repeater function acti- 
vates for duplex and tone. 


@ Turn power off, then on again to exit initial set mode. 


5 REPEATER OPERATION 


WEATHER CHANNELS (USA version only) r¥@ 
There are 10 weather channels for monitor- 


ing weather channels from the NOAA (Na- 

tional Oceanographic and Atmospheric K« 
Administration) broadcasts. 

NOTE: The weather channel frequencies are out of the 
guaranteed frequency range (see p. 38). Intermittent re- 


ception and/or poor signal quality may occur depending on 
conditions. 


@ Enter key customize mode (p. 31) and assign the 
weather function to one of the keys, if necessary. 

@ Push [#(WX)] to select weather 
channel mode. 


e “WX” and the weather channel num- 
ber appear. 
@ Push [AJ]/[¥V] to select the desired 
weather channel. 


NOTE: Weather channels appear in frequency indication 
mode only. 


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MEMORY/CALL PROGRAMMING 6 ee 


@ General 


The transceiver has 40 memory channels (plus 1 pair of scan 
edge channels and 1 call channel) for storage of often-used 
frequencies. In addition, the USA version has 10 marine 
weather channels (however, these are not programmable). 


© Memory/call channel contents 
The following information can be programmed into mem- 
ory/call channels: 


¢ Operating frequency 

¢ Duplex direction (DUP or —-DUP) with an offset frequency 
(pgs. 15, 16) 

e Subaudible tone encoder or tone squelch on/off (pgs. 15, 
26) 

¢ Subaudible tone and tone squelch frequencies (pgs. 15, 26) 

¢ Skip information” (p. 25) 

*Except for scan edge memory channels. 


—@ Programming a memory 


channel 
@ Push [a V] to select VFO mode, if 
necessary. ms CLI PO 
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@ Push 6 digit keys to enter the desired frequency. 


@ Push [DUP], [c T], etc. to set other =r 
j j 7 ik rar 
information as desired. sary 


@® Push [p M], then select a memory eee 
Pari (Lei ot 
channel number with [A]/[¥]. pit ‘DO 
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© Push [B M] for 1 sec. to program 
the information into the channel 
and return to VFO. 


6 MEMORY/CALL PROGRAMMING 


@ Programming the 
call channel 


@ Push [#(CALL)] to select call 
channel mode. 
e “C” appears. 

@ Push [#(CALL)] for 1 sec. to enter 
set mode. 

@ Push [4] one or more times until 
“FR” appears. 


@ Push [6] digit keys to input the de- 
sired frequency. 

© If desired, push [4] again, then 
push [A]/[¥] to select another item 
(e.g. tone setting) and condition. 

© Repeat step © until all desired in- 
formation is programmed into the 
call channel. 


USING SET MODE 


@ Push [# (CALL)] to exit call channel set mode. 


Push [B M]. 
@ Push [# (CALL)]. 
Push [B M] for 1 sec. 


—@ Memory editing 


Memory (call) channel contents can be moved to VFO or to 
another memory. 


© Memory/call > VFO 

® Select the memory (call) channel to be transferred: 
> Push [a V] ([# (CALL)]) to select memory (call) mode. 
=» Push [A]/[¥] to select the memory (call) channel. 

@ Push [B M] for 1 sec. to transfer the VFO contents to the 
selected memory. 
¢ VFO mode is selected. 


© Memory/call = memory/call 
@ Select the memory (call) channel to be transferred: 
> Push [a V] ([# (CALL)]) to select memory (call) mode. 
> Push [A]/[¥V] to select the memory (call) channel. 
@ Push [B M] momentarily. 
¢ “VF” appears and flashes with “fi”. 
@ Push [A}/[¥V] to select the target memory. 
@ Push [B M] for 1 sec. 
¢ VFO mode is selected and the contents are transferred to the tar- 
get memory. 


MEMORY/CALL PROGRAMMING 6 


© Clearing a memory 

@ Push [s M] to enter memory transfer mode. 
¢ “(iJ” and a memory channel number flash. 

@ Push [A]/[¥] to select the memory channel to be cleared. 
e Memory channels PA, Pb and CH1 cannot be cleared. 

@ Push [B M] momentarily, then within 
1 sec. push it again for 1 sec. “a 
¢The contents of the selected 

memory are cleared. 

@ Push [ @ ] to return to regular operation. 


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DTMF MEMORY 


@ Programming a DTMF code 


The transceiver has 5 DIMF memory channels (d1 to d5) for 
storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 32 digits. 


® Push [#(DTMF)] to enter DTMF 
memory. ri “1 L 
¢ One of “d1” to “d5” appears. 

@ Push [A]/[¥V] to select the desired 
channel. 

@ Push [# (DTMF)] for 1 sec. to enter é 


DTMF programming mode. 
° ” appears. 


Pa SAS 


eProgrammed memories can be 
cleared in this way. 

@ Push the digit keys to enter the desired DTMF code. 

¢ Amaximum of 32 digits can be input. 

¢ If a digit is mistakenly input, push [ @ ] then repeat from step ©. 
© Push [#(DTMF)] to input the 

digits and exit DTMF programming mode. 

e A beep sounds. 


@ Transmitting a DTMF code 


© Using a DTIMF memory channel 
® Push [#(DTMF)] to enter DTMF memory mode. 
@ Push [AJ]/[V] to select a DTIMF memory channel to trans- 
mit. 
@® Push [#(DTMF)] to transmit the displayed DTMF memory. 
e After the DTMF code is transmitted, the transceiver automatically 
returns to normal operating mode. 


© Manual DTMF code transmission 

@ While pushing [PTT], push digit keys to transmit a DTMF 
code manually. 

@ Release [PTT] to return to receive. 


VY CONVENIENT 

DTMF re-dial function: This function automatically re-trans- 
mits the previously sent DTMF code. This is especially con- 
venient when you want to re-transmit a manually transmitted 
DTMF code. 


Push [#(RE-DIAL)] to activate the function. See p. 31 to as- 
sign this function to a switch, if necessary. 


NOTE: Once the transceiver is turned off, any temporarily 
memorized DTMF contents will be cleared. 


@DIMF USING INITIAL SET MODE 
transmission speed 


When slow DTMF transmission speeds are required (as for 
some repeaters), the transceiver’s rate of DTMF transmission 
can be adjusted. 


® While pushing [8] + [0], turn power on to enter initial set 
mode. 


@ Push [ 4] one or more times until 
@ Push [A]/[¥] to select the desired 
DTMF transmission speed. Fastest 
¢ Four speeds are available: “100” (100 
msec. intervals) is the fastest; “500” 
(500 msec. intervals) is the slowest. 


@ Turn power off, then on again to siqwest 
exit initial set mode. 


DTMF MEMORY / 


Rear va , 
mm & SCAN OPERATION 


Mi Scan types 


PROGRAMMED SCAN 


© Scan resume condition vsine INITIAL SET MODE 
When a signal is received dur- Receiving 

ing scanning, the scan resume a signal 

condition determines what ac- 

tion the transceiver takes. The 


Pause 
IC-T2H has 2 scan resume scan YY PY 
conditions available as illus- iat 


trated at right. Use initial set Timer gy... YW 
: scan ; 4 
mode to select the one which Le ae 
best suits your needs. 


@ While pushing [8] + [0], turn power on to enter initial set 
mode. 


@ Push [4] one or more times until 
“SC” appears. 
@ Push [AJ]/[¥V] to select the desired 


scan resume condition. Pause scan 

e Pause scan: when receiving a signal, 
scan pauses on the signal until it dis- 
appears, then resumes. 
Timer scan: when receiving a signal, Timer scan 
scan pauses on the signal for 10 sec., 
then resumes. 

@ Turn power off, then on again to exit initial set mode. 


@ Programmed scan 


Programmed scan repeatedly scans between two user-pro- 
grammed frequencies (memory channels “PA” and “Pb”). This 
scan is useful for checking for signals within a specific fre- 
quency range such as repeater output frequencies, etc. 


@ Push [a V] to select VFO mode, if necessary. 
@ Push [SC] to start the scan. 

¢ To change the scan direction, push [A] or [¥]. 
@ Push [SC] again to stop the scan. 


4% NOTE: Scan edges, PA/Pb, must be programmed in ad- 
vance (program them in the same manner as regular 
memory channels—p. 19). 


If the same frequencies are programmed into the scan 
edges, programmed scan will not proceed. 


IOOOOOY 


SCAN OPERATION 8 


@ Memory (skip) scan 


Memory scan repeatedly scans all programmed memory 
channels, except those set as skip channels. 


@® Push [a V] to select memory mode, if necessary. 
¢ “(i)” appears. 

@ Push [SC] to start the scan. 
¢ To change the scan direction, push [A] or [¥]. 

@ Push [SC] again to stop the scan. 


© Setting skip channels 
In order to speed up the scan interval, you can set memory 
channels you don’t wish to scan as skip channels. 


@® Push [a V] to select memory mode, if necessary. 
¢ “(1G)” appears. 
@ Push [A&]/[¥V] to select a memory channel to set as a skip 
channel. 
@ Push [SC] for 1 sec. to toggle the 
skip setting on/off. 
e “SKIP” appears when the channels is 
set as a skip channel. 
¢ lf memory scan is accidentally started, set asa 
push [SC] to stop it. 


Memory channel 10 is 
skip channel. 


—Tte) 


li Tone squelch 


© Operation 

The tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal con- 
taining a matching subaudible tone. You can silently wait for 
calls from group members using the same tone. 


® Set the operating frequency. 

@ Set the desired subaudible tone in set mode. 
¢ See right for programming. 

@ Push [c T] one or more times until “TSQL” appears. 

@ When the received signal includes a matching tone, 
squelch opens and the signal can be heard. 
¢ When the received signal's tone does not match, tone squelch 

does not open, however, the S-indicator shows signal strength. 

* To open the squelch manually, push and hold [  ]. 

© Operate the transceiver in the normal way. 

© To cancel the tone squelch, push [c T]. 


NOTE: The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies and con- 
sequently their spacing is narrow compared to units hav- 
ing 38 tones. Therefore, some tone frequencies may 
receive interference from adjacent tone frequencies. 


WA MK 


Y CONVENIENT 
Store subaudible tone frequencies and tone squelch on/off 
settings in memories (call) for easy recall. 


SUBAUDIBLE TONE OPERATION 


© Setting subaudible tones for vsive SET MODE 

tone squelch operation (CTCSS tones) 
Separate tone frequencies can be set for tone squelch oper-. 
ation than for repeater operation (the same range of tones is 
available—see below). Like repeater tones, these are set in 
set mode. 


@ Select VFO or a memory channel. 

@ Push [a V] for 1 sec. to enter set mode. 

@ Push [4] one or more times until 
“Ct” appears. 

@ Push [AJ]/[¥V] to select the desired 
subaudible tone. 

© Push [a V] to program the selected tone and exit set mode. 

When set mode is selected from memory mode: 

© Push [s M]. 

@ Push [a V]. 

Push [B M] for 1 sec. 


Available subaudible tone frequencies 


(unit: Hz) 


M@ Tone scan 


The transceiver can detect the subaudible tone frequency ina 
received signal. By monitoring a signal, such as that being 
transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine 
the tone frequency required to access the repeater. 


@ Set the desired frequency or memory channel to be 
checked for a tone frequency. 
@ Push [#(T-SCAN)] for 1 sec. to start the tone scan. 
¢ Push [A]/[¥] to change the scan direction. 
@ When the tone frequency is decoded, the set mode con- 
tents are programmed with the tone frequency. 
¢ The decoded tone frequency is used for the tone encoder or tone 
encoder/decoder, depending on the tone squelch on/off setting. 
¢ “Ct” (CTCSS—Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) or “Rt” 
(Repeater Subaudible Tone) appears during tone scan whether 
the tone squelch is in use or not. 
@ Push [#(T-SCAN)] again to stop the scan. 


SUBAUDIBLE TONE OPERATION 9 


lM Pocket beep operation 


This function uses subaudible tones for calling and can be 
used as a “common pager’ to inform you that someone has 
called you while you were away from the transceiver. 


® Set the operating frequency. 

@® Set the desired subaudible tone (same as that used for 
tone squelch operation, “Ct”) in set mode. 
e See previous page for programming. 

@ Push [c T] two times until “TSQL ((*))” appears. 

@ When a signal with a matched tone is received, the trans- 
ceiver emits beep tones for 30 sec. and flashes “((+)) .” 

© Push [PTT] to answer or push [ @ ] to stop the beeps and 
flashing. 
¢ Tone squelch is automatically selected. 


© Calling a waiting station using pocket beep 
A subaudible tone matched with the station’s tone frequency 
is necessary. Use the tone squelch on the previous page or 
subaudible tone encoder (p. 15). 


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Mg 10 OTHER FUNCTIONS 


@ Initial set mode AT POWER ON 


Initial set mode is accessed at power on and allows you to 
set seldom-changed settings. In this way you can “customize” 
transceiver operations to suit your preferences and operating 
style. 


© Entering initial set mode 

@ While pushing [8] + [0], rotate [PWR] to turn power on. 
¢ The transceiver enters initial set mode and “mS SlmP” or “mS 

noRm’” (see right) is displayed. 

@ Push [ 4] one or more times to select the desired display 
as described on the following pages. 

@ Push [A]/[¥V] to select the desired condition. 

@ Turn power off, then on again to exit initial set mode and 
select the previous operating mode. 


© Message 

When no operation is performed for 5 sec. in initial set mode, 
a message scrolls across the function display prompting you 
for input. 


[-] Message example 


(ES Dag omelet ona 
JEE mm wo S wr Le 


for microphone simple mode 


© Mic simple mode (Optional HM-75A required) 


This item turns the microphone simple 
mode on or off. Microphone simple nS S ta 
mode is used to change the function 
assignments for switches on the op- 
tional HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL MI- 
CROPHONE as below. This assignment 


is convenient for 3-channel use of 
simple operation. 


latin] ™ [San] = 
eau] wou [wou | tai | tai [rar] 
nt wou [Ree fea] wou [wou | oS 
Five [ Ue wore] won| woror] ZA 
jeownoonnownijucnoe wort cna] C7 


“Functions only when in conversation mode. 


NOTE: { 
Turn power off when connecting the HM-75A to the trans- 
ceiver. 


OO y 


VFO mode cannot be selected via the microphone when 
SIMPLE mode is selected. 


© Auto power OFF 

This item allows you to set a time at 
which the transceiver will automati- 
cally turn OFF. The power OFF time 
can be set to 20, 40, 60 min. or turned 
off. 


© LCD backlighting 

When set to AUTO, display backlight- 
ing automatically turns on when a key 
is pushed; when set to OFF display 
backlighting cannot be turned ON; 
when set to ON display backlighting 
remains ON continuously. 


© Beep tones ON/OFF 

Confirmation beep tones normally 

sound when you push a key or switch. 

These can be turned ON or OFF as 

you prefer. 

eWhen [BEEP] is assigned to one of the 
keys (see p. 29), push this key to toggle 
beep tones on/off without using initial set 
mode. 


OTHER FUNCTIONS 10 


© Auto repeater (U.S.A version only, see p. 17) 


© Power saver 

This item sets the power saver duty 
cycle—the ratio of receive circuit on to 
receive circuit off while standing by. 


The duty cycle can be set to auto- 

matic, 1:4 or OFF. Setting to auto- 

matic conserves the most battery 

power. 

AUTO | Selects “1:4” duty ratio when receiving no signal 
for 5 sec., then “1:8” 60 sec. after that. 

1:4 Standby : 125 msec. 

Circuit idle : 500 msec. 

No power saver function. 


© DTMF speed (see p. 23) 
© LCD contrast 


This item sets the function display e 

contrast to one of two levels—“1” is |} 7 - 
low contrast and “2” is high contrast. 

= ( 

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10 OTHER FUNCTIONS 


© Scan resume condition (see p. 24) 


© Active memory channels 

This item allows you to adjust the 
number of active memory channels. 
Selectable values are 10, 20, 30 or 


40. 


@ Resetting the CPU = 4"PowER ON 


Reset the CPU before operating the transceiver for the first 
time, or when the internal CPU malfunctions. 


> While pushing [a V] +[c T], turn 
power on to reset the transceiver. 
e “CLEAR” appears briefly to indicate 
the CPU has been reset. 


4 


Y CAUTION: Resetting the CPU returns all programmed 
Y contents to their default settings. 


M@ Key customize mode 47 Power on 


The functions of the [SQL], [SC], [DUP], [H/L], [a V], [B M], [c 
T] and [p L] keys on the IC-T2H can be customized to suit 
your operating needs. 


@ While pushing [#] + [0], turn power /cUSE on 
on to enter key customize mode. 


¢ “CUStom” appears. 

@ Push the key you wish to program. 

¢ The key’s currently programmed func- 
tion appears and scrolls across the 
display. 

@ Push the [A]/[¥V] keys to select the 
function you wish to assign to the 
key. 

«See the chart on the following page 
for assignable functions. 

@® Push the same key as in step ®@ for 1 sec. to assign the 
function to the key. 
¢ If this step is not performed, the key will retain its previous func- 

tion. 

© Push another key to be programmed, if desired; or, turn 
power off, then on again to exit key customize mode. 


OTHER FUNCTIONS 10 


@ Guide function 


The guide function displays the functions of keys and 
switches quickly and easily. 


@ Push [#] to activate the guide func- 
tion. 
e “GUIdE” appears in the display. 

@ Push and hold the key or switch 


you want to know the function of. i ct } 

¢ The key/switch name appears and its i 
assigned function scrolls across the 
display. 


@ Release the key/switch pushed in the previous step to re- 
turn to normal operation. 


10 OTHER FUNCTIONS 


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(LIGHT) 
[H/L]}) 


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25 
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DTMF re-dial ft -d (AL 
Lock function 
Beep tones 


Tone scan (T SCAN) ton 
Tuning step TS) 


Squelch level ([SQL]) 


WX channels*? WX) 


ANI code* (ANI CODE) 


Duplex setting ([DUP]) 


Call channel 
Shift Shifts the CPU's clock frequency. 


*I1The DTMF memory function can only be assigned to [SQL], [SC], [DUP] or [H/L]. *?Weather channels are only available in the USA version. 
=a *SANI code setting only appears when ANI operation is selected through cloning (p. 36). 


@ ANI mode ON 


ANI (Automatic Number Identification) mode can only be 
turned ON using the optional CS-T2 CLONING soFTWaRE. Con- 
sult the HELP file in the CS-T2 CLONING sorTWaRE for details. 
If ANI mode is already on, resetting the CPU (see above) ef- 
fectively turns ANI mode off. 


@ General 


The ANI (Automatic Number Identification) function is a 
method of selective calling which features an answer back 
function. This allows you to confirm whether or not a call has 
reached the receiving party even if the operator is temporarily 
away from the transceiver. 


In order to use the IC-T2H’s ANI function, cloning is neces- 
sary via a PC using the optional CS-T2 CLONING SOFTWARE. 
Using this software, the transceiver’s individual ANI code, 
group codes, ANI time-out timer and other settings related to 
ANI operation can be set. Refer to the Read Me file that 
comes with the CS-T2 CLONING software for available set- 
tings. 


Once ANI mode is programmed, the transceiver cannot use 
frequency or channel display mode unless it is reprogrammed 
from a PC using the CS-T2 CLONING SoFTWaRE or the CPU is 
reset (see p. 30). 


ANI OPERATION 


ANI selective code (push [PTT]) 


Answer back code (automatic) 


Ringing 


Disconnect code ([PTT] + [#]) 


Confirmation code (automatic) 


11 


11 ANI OPERATION 


@ Operation 


© Calling a specific station 

@ Turn power on and set the [VOL] control to the 10 or 12 o’- 
clock position. 

@ Push the [A]/[¥] keys to set the desired channel. 

e“.)\” appears when the ANI function has been programmed via 
cloning. 

@ Push [PTT] once to connect to the selected station or enter 
a 3-digit ANI code, if required (in this case it is not neces- 
sary to push [PTT] transmit is automatic after entry of the 
3rd digit). 

e The transceiver transmits the pre-programmed selective code. 

@ When the transceiver rings (an answer back is received), 
wait for a connection code from the connected station; 
when the transceiver doesn’t ring, push [PTT] again to exit 
the standby condition, then try again from step © after wait- 
ing awhile. 

© When the connection code is received, a beep sounds, 
then “.\” flashes; when the connection code is not re- 
ceived within 10 sec., the transceiver transmits a discon- 
nect code automatically (“.\” does not flash). Try again 
from step © after waiting awhile , in such a case. 

© When “.\\” flashes, you can converse with the connected 
station. 
¢ Push to transmit; release to receive. 

@ When your conversation is finished, transmit the discon- 


nect code. 

e While pushing [PTT], push [#]. 

¢ Some transceivers cannot transmit a disconnect code depend- 
ing on programming. 


NOTE: When your conversation extends into the ANI time- 
out time, the transceiver transmits a disconnect code au- 
Y tomatically. 


Transmit 
a selective code 


MQ@q 


Try again after a while 


Push [PTT] to 
exit standby 


Transmit 
disconnect code 
automatically 


a connection 


Converse 


Transmit a 
disconnect code 
manually 


© Calling group stations 
@ Turn power on, then select the desired group channel. 
@® Enter the 3-digit ANI code including the group code “D’— 
the transceiver calls the desired station automatically. 
e The transceiver transmits the pre-programmed selective code. 
e When entering a 3-digit code, the transceiver automatically trans- 
mits a group code after the 3rd digit is entered. 
eWhen making group calls the transceiver does not ring and no 
answer back connection code is received. 
¢ You can make an announcement to your group immediately with- 
out a connection procedure. 
@ Push [PTT] in the regular way to communicate. 
@ When your conversation is finished, while pushing [PTT], 
push [#] to transmit a disconnect code. 


© Group call code examples 

[Example 1] 

If “11D” is transmitted, transceivers with receive codes “110” 
to “119” are called. 

[Example 2] 

If “1D3” is transmitted, transceivers with receive codes “103,” 
“113,”...“183” and “193” are called. 


47 NOTE: “DDD” transmits to all transceivers. 


ANI OPERATION 11 


© Waiting for a call 
@ Turn power on, then select the de- 
sired channel. 
¢ The transceiver may be programmed 
to start a scan at power on. 
@ When you receive a selective call, 
the transceiver “rings.” 
e Push [ANI CODE] to display the re- 
ceive code. 


@ Push [PTT] to send a connection code within 10 sec. 
® While “ «\” flashes, converse with the connected station. 
© When your conversation is finished, you may receive a dis- 
connect code. 
¢ Transmitting a disconnect code from your side (push [PTT] + [#]) 
is also possible (except for group call receive). 
¢“ 3)” stops flashing. 


iste hg! on 
mm 12 CLONING 


Cloning allows you to quickly and easily transfer the pro- 
grammed contents from one transceiver to another trans- 
ceiver; or, data from a PC to a transceiver using the optional 
CS-T2 CLONING SOFTWARE. 


© Transceiver-to-transceiver 
cloning 

® Connect the OPC-474 CLONING CABLE with adapter plugs 
to the [SP] jack of the master and slave transceivers. 
¢ The master transceiver is used to send data to the slave trans- 

ceiver. 

@ While pushing [H/L] + [4], turn power on to enter cloning 
mode (master transceiver only—power on only for slave 
transceiver). 
¢ “CLonE” appears and the transceivers 

enter the clone standby condition. 
@ Push [PTT] on the master trans- 
ceiver. 
e“CLoUT” appears in the master trans- 
ceiver’s display and the S/RF indica- 
tor shows that data is being 
transferred to the slave transceiver. 

¢“CL In” appears automatically in the 
slave transceiver’s display and the 
S/RF indicator shows that data is 
being received from the master trans- 
ceiver. 


AT POWER ON 


880800080 


@® When cloning is finished, turn power off, then on again to 
exit cloning mode. 


© Cloning using a PC 

Data can be cloned to and from a PC (IBM compatible) using 
the optional CS-T2 CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional OPC- 
478 CLONING CABLE. The software is necessary to access the 
IC-T2H’s ANI mode. Consult the CS-T2 CLONING SOFTWARE 
HELP message for details. 


© Cloning error 
4% NOTE: DO NOT push the [PTT] on the slave transceiver 
“7, during cloning. This will cause a cloning error. 


When the display at right appears, a 
cloning error has occurred. 


In such a case, both transceivers au- 
tomatically return to clone standby condition and cloning must 
be repeated. 


TROUBLESHOOTING T oS 


lf your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check 
the following points before sending it to a service center. 


PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 


No power comes on. ¢ The battery is exhausted. ¢ Charge the battery pack or place new dry cell bat- 
(A slight current flows in the circuits even when the | teries in the battery case. 
(Remove the battery pack if you will not be using the trans- 


power is off.) 
ceiver for a long time.) 


Transmitting is impossible. | ¢ The battery is exhausted. ¢ Charge the batteries or place new dry cells in the sae 9, 
battery case. 


Frequency cannot be set. | * Memory mode, call channel or channel indication |* Push [a V] to select VFO mode; or, turn power on |pgs. 11 
mode is selected. while pushing [A] + [0] to exit channel indication. 
¢ The lock function is activated. ¢ Set [p L] down to deactivate the lock function. 


Scan does not function. e The same frequencies are programmed into both | ¢ Program different frequencies. 
scan edges. 
¢ Only CH1 is programmed; or, all other memory | Program additional memories; or, cancel skip set- 


channels are set as skip channels. tings for one or more channels. 


[4] or [VW] keys do not |*Memory channels 1 and/or 2 are not pro- |* Program the memory channels or set to microphone | pgs. 
function when using the | grammed and simple mode is selected. normal. 
optional HM-75A. 


Squelch does not open for | ¢ Tone squelch is activated. e Turn off the tone squelch. p. 26 
received signals. 

Some memory channels | e Some memories have been cleared or the num- |e Program the cleared memories or increase the num- | pgs. 
cannot be selected. ber of active memories has been reduced. ber of active memory channels. 19, 30 
ANI mode cannot be ac- | ANI mode can only be accessed through cloning. |* Set ANI operation using the CS-T2 CLONING SoFT- |p. 36 
cessed. WARE. 

Some functions are not | ¢ The desired function(s) has not been assigned to | Set the desired function(s) using Key Customize |p. 31 
available. a key. mode. 


as 14 


GENERAL 
¢ Frequency coverage 


e Operating mode 

e Frequency stability 

e Antenna impedance 

¢ Power supply 

¢ Current drain( at 9.6 V; typ.) 
TX 


Rx Rated audio 
Power saved 
Standby 
e Scan speed 
VFO mode 
Memory channel mode 
e Usable temperature range 
¢ Dimensions 


e Weight 
(incl. 8 Ni-Cd cells and antenna) 


SPECIFICATIONS 


(Unit: MHz) 


TX | 144-148 
USA 
ASIA | | 136-174" 


Gianni ld 2 
KOR pre 1a6 


Taiwan | [145-146_| 


*Guaranteed range: 144-148 MHz. 
sleeailme, 

: +10 ppm (0°C to 50°C; 32°F to 122°F) 
> 50 Q (nominal) 

: 9.6 V DC (Ni-Cd x 8; negative ground) 


1.6 A (at 6 W; typ.) 

1.5 A (Thailand version) 
210 mA (typ.) 

25 mA (typ.) 

80 mA (typ.) 


16 ch/sec. 
10 ch/sec. 
:-10°C to +60°C; +14°F to +140°F 
: 58(W)x140.5(H)x32.3(D) mm; 
2°/h2(W)x5'"42(H)x1 %a(D) in 
: 420 g; 14.8 0z 


TRANSMITTER 
e Modulation system 
¢ Output power (at 9.6 V DC) 


e Max. frequency deviation 
e Spurious emissions 
e Ext. microphone connector 


RECEIVER 
e Receive system 


¢ Intermediate frequencies 


¢ Sensitivity 
¢ Squelch sensitivity 
¢ Spurious and image rejection 


e Audio output power 
(at 9.6 V DC) 
e Ext. speaker connector 


: Variable reactance modulation 
: High 6 W (typ.: 144-148 MHz) 


5 W (Thailand version) 
Low 1 W (typ.: 144-148 MHz) 


+5 KHZ 
: Less than —60 dB 
: 3-conductor 2.5(d) mm (“Ao”); 2 kQ 


: Double conversion 


superheterodyne 


:1st 30.85 MHz 


2nd 450 kHz 


: 0.14 uV (typ.; for 12 dB SINAD) 
: 0.16 pV (typ.; at threshold) 
: 60 GB typ. (except ’% of IF and 2nd 


image frequency) 


: 500 mW typ. 


at 10% distortion with an 8 Q load 


: 3-conductor 3.5(d) mm (%”); 8Q 


© Battery packs 
BATTERY OUTPUT | OPERATING 
BP-194 |Battery case for R6(AA)x8 
alkaline or Ni-Cd cells d : 


*1 Operating ranges are calculated under the following conditions: 
Tx: Rx: standby=1:1:8 
*2 When Ni-Cd batteries are installed. 


© Chargers and cables 

BC-110A/D/V WALL CHARGER 

Regularly charge battery packs attached to the transceiver in 15 to 
20 hrs. 

BC-119 DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-81 BATTERY PACK ADAPTER 
Rapidly charge battery packs in 1 to 1.5 hrs. depending on the battery 
pack. An AC adapter is packed with the BC-119. The AD-81 must be 
used with the BC-119 for charging the battery pack. The CP-17L or 
OPC-515L can be used instead of the supplied AC adapter. 

CP-12L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER 

For charging via a 12 V cigarette lighter socket. 

OPC-254L DC POWER CABLE 

For charging via an external power supply. 


et 
OPTIONS 15 


© Speaker-microphones 


HM-46 


HS-51 HEADSET 
¢PTT switch 
° VOX 
¢ One-touch PTT for 
hands-free operation 


990 OY 


fX 


Remote control 
capability (See p. 28 for details) 


© Others 

CS-T2 CLONING SOFTWARE 

Allows you to clone the memory contents of an IC-T2H transceiver 
between transceivers or to a PC for editing. 
OPC-474 CLONING CABLE 

For transceiver-to-transceiver cloning. 

OPC-478 CLONING CABLE 

For transceiver-to-PC cloning. 

LC-145 CARRYING CASE 

SP-13 EARPHONE 

Provides clear receive audio in noisy environments. 


MODE ARRANGEMENT 


SET MODE 


a@ [a V/[ @(CALL)] for 1 sec. 


@ [a V]/[a@ (CALL)] momentarily 


eS Fe NOTE: # indicates one of the 
[w(CALL)] | /[a V] 1 Ae ui customizable keys (see page “Tuning step. 14) 
F at right). 
aie 
(Lt ‘| [a(DTMF)] 
[#(CALL)] 2 (Transmit DTMF Duplex setting (p. 15) 
~——— MEMORY MODE EI code.) 
_ [a(DTMF)] 


EES Race lsh aes 


HANNEL INDICATION MODE 


en) Core 


AT POWER ON 


Frequency offset (p. 16) 


DTMF MEMORY MODE 


See p. 22 for details Tone setting 


Be 


ANI MODE 


VIA CLONING [> 


Refer to the CS-T2 
cloning software 
read me file for details. 


detai 


MODE ARRANGEMENT 16 


———_—— KEY CUSTOMIZE MODE 
TO ENTER 3s at power ON Power OFF then ON TO EXIT 


DEFAULT SETTING | KEY  |DEFAULT SETTING 


= Squelch level VFO/memory selection 


Duplex setting Tone setting 
S Hi/low power output Keypad lock : 


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INTIAL SERMODE 
TO ENTER - O TaWel ON Power OFF then ON TO EXIT 


MIC simple mode (p. 28) | Auto power OFF (p. 29) LCD backlight (p. 29) Beep tones (p. 29) Auto repeater (p. 17) 


@® Push a key to program—currently 
assigned function is displayed. 

®@ Push the [A]/[W] keys to select the 
desired function. (See p. 32 for a list 
of available functions.) 

@® Push the selected key for 1 sec. to 
program the function. 


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U.S.A. version only 


Active channels (p. 30) Scan resume (p. 24) 


Power saver (p. 29) 


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ABOUT CE INSTALLATION NOTES 
CE Versions of the IC-T2H which display the “CE” e When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical 
symbol on the serial number seal, comply with the position with its microphone 2.5 to 5 centimeters away from your 
essential requirements of the European Radio and mouth. Keep antenna at least 2.5 centimeters from your head and 
Telecommunication Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC. body. 


¢ lf you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the 
antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters from your body when transmit- 
ting. 


This warning symbol indicates that this equipment 
operates in non-harmonised frequency bands and/or 
may be subject to licensing conditions in the country 
of use. Be sure to check that you have the correct 
version of this radio or the correct programming of 
this radio, to comply with national licensing require- 
ment. 


CE 17 


O DECLARATION 
ICOM OF CONFORMITY 


We Icom Inc. Japan 

1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku 

Osaka 547-0003, Japan 
Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies the 
essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal 


Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test 
Suite measurements have been performed. 


Kind of equipment: 144 MHz FM TRANSCEIVER 


Dusseldorf 28 Feb. 2001 
Place and date of issue 


Type-designation: IC-T2H Icom (Europe) GmbH 
eee Himmelgeister strafse 100 
D-40225 Dusseldorf 


Version (where applicable): Authorized representative name 
This compliance is based on conformity according to Annex III of the 

directive 1999/5/EC using the following harmonised standards: 

i) Article 3.1a EN 60950 +A11 Icom (Europe) GmbH 
ii) Article 3.1b EN 301489-1 and EN 301489-15 (or ETS 300 684) 

iii) Article 3.2 EN 301 783-2 z= CS 
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