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Icom IC-211 User Manual

Icom IC-211
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Icom IC-211 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range144-148 MHz
RF Output Power10W
Receive SystemDouble conversion superheterodyne
Power Supply13.8 V DC
Voltage13.8V DC
ModulationFM
ModeSSB/CW/FM/AM
IF Frequencies455 kHz
Power Output10 W (HI), 1 W (LOW)

Summary

SECTION I SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION II DESCRIPTION

MULTI-MODE TRANSCEIVER

Describes the transceiver's capabilities and frequency range.

COMPUTER TUNING SYSTEM

Details the use of LSI and digital PLL for frequency control.

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE

Highlights MOS FETs, excellent selectivity, sensitivity, and stability.

SECTION III INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS

Advice on placement, ventilation, and handling of the unit.

POWER SUPPLY

Details on connecting the unit to AC and DC power sources.

ANTENNA

UNIT CONNECTIONS

MICROPHONE

Details on connecting and using the microphone.

GROUND CONNECTION

Importance and method of establishing a proper ground connection.

SECTION IV CONTROL FUNCTIONS

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Identifies and labels all controls and indicators on the front panel.

MIC GAIN CONTROL

Explains how to adjust microphone gain for proper modulation.

VFO SWITCH

Selects and controls two VFOs for various transmit/receive operations.

TUNING CONTROL KNOB

Adjusts frequency in 100Hz or 5KHz steps.

DIAL LOCK BUTTON

CONTROLS UNDER ACCESS COVER

MULTI-FUNCTION METER

Acts as S-meter in receive and output power in transmit.

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

ANT CONNECTOR

Connects the antenna to the set via a PL 259 connector.

MEMORY SWITCH

Controls power supply to memory circuit for frequency retention.

ACC SOCKET CONNECTIONS

SECTION V OPERATION

HOW TO TUNE

Provides instructions for tuning frequency in any mode.

VFO SELECT SWITCH

Selects and controls two VFOs for various transmit/receive operations.

SSB OPERATION

RECEIVING

Sets controls for SSB receiving, including mode selection and tuning.

TRANSMITTING

Procedures for transmitting in SSB mode, including microphone use.

CW OPERATION

RECEIVING

Sets controls for CW reception, including mode and beat tone tuning.

TRANSMITTING

Procedures for transmitting in CW mode.

FM OPERATION

RECEIVING

Sets controls for FM reception, including mode and squelch adjustment.

TRANSMITTING

Procedures for transmitting in FM mode, including RF power adjustment.

OTHER OPERATIONS

VSWR READING

Guides on using the built-in VSWR meter for antenna matching.

SATELLITE COMMUNICATION USE

FREQUENCY CHART

Lists uplink/downlink frequencies for AMSAT OSCAR satellites.

ACCESSORY SOCKET CONNECTION

Describes accessory socket connections and voltage limits.

SECTION VI INSIDE VIEW

MAIN PC BOARD SIDE

Identifies components and adjustment points on the main PC board.

PLL UNIT SIDE

Identifies components and adjustment points on the PLL unit board.

SECTION VII THEORY OF OPERATION

OUTLINE

Overview of PLL circuit, frequency determination, and signal path.

RECEIVER CIRCUITS

Explains RF Amplifier, Mixer, Noise Blanker, SSB IF Amplifier, Detector, BFO, AGC circuits.

SSB IF AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT

AGC CIRCUIT

FM IF AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT

SQUELCH CIRCUIT

TRANSMITTER CIRCUITS

BALANCED MODULATOR CIRCUIT

Explains the balanced modulator for generating DSB signals.

POWER AMPLIFIER

VOX AND CW BREAK-IN CIRCUIT

POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT

PLL (PHASE LOCKED LOOP) UNIT

LOCAL OSCILLATOR CIRCUIT

Explains the local oscillator circuit for frequency determination.

PLL LSI CIRCUIT

Details the LSI chip's functions for PLL control and frequency selection.

LOOP FILTER CIRCUIT

LOGIC CIRCUITS

SL CONTROL CIRCUIT

Controls SL signal for VFO selection based on logic levels.

X CONTROL CIRCUIT

DRIVER UNIT

FREQUENCY DISPLAY

Describes the 7-segment LED indicators and their drivers.

PHOTO-CHOPPER CIRCUIT

RIT CONTROL CIRCUIT

SECTION VIII TROUBLE SHOOTING

POWER ISSUES

Addresses problems with power connection, polarity, fuse, and jumper plug.

AUDIO ISSUES

Covers AF gain, transmit mode, squelch setting, and speaker connections.

SENSITIVITY ISSUES

Addresses RF gain control, antenna feed line, and signal strength.

OUTPUT POWER ISSUES

Addresses RF power setting, MIC gain, mode selection, and PTT switch.

ELECTRONIC KEYER ISSUES

SECTION IX BLOCK DIAGRAM

PLL and DRIVER CIRCUITS OVERVIEW

FREQUENCY DISPLAY

Details the LED indicators and drivers for frequency display.

VFO SWITCH CONNECTIONS

Shows VFO switch connections to logic and control circuits.

SECTION X OPTIONS

MOBILE MOUNTING BRACKET

Describes an optional mounting bracket for mobile installation.

REMOTE CONTROLLER

Describes an optional remote controller for frequency selection.

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