Icom IC-41W - Other Functions; D Smart Ring;Ats

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OTHER FUNCTIONS
Smart Ring/ATS D
These functions have an answer back feature and allow
confirmation if a call has reached the receiving party, even if
the operator is temporarily away from the transceiver. These
functions also allow the user to determine if another compat-
ible Icom unit is in range, which is useful in convoy situations
where groups may be separated. Smart ring is a manual con-
firmation, while ATS is automatic.
To set the smart ring function:
Set the same CTCSS tone frequency on all transceivers q
in the group and turn the tone squelch ON.
(see page 21)
Push [Top] to enter function mode, then push w to send
the smart-ring call.
•“ ” appears.
•When a member of the group answers the call, “ë” and
“FOUND” blink.
•Whenananswerisn’treceived,thetransceiveremitsshortfail-
ure beep tones and “FAILD” appears.
e
BlinkAppears
Push [PTT] to answer and to stop the display blinking.
NOTE: The smart ring function is only available when the
called station has the same CTCSS tone frequency and
operating channel as the user.
NOTE: The smart ring setting is for the calling station only.
A called party automatically sends an answer back without
any pre-settings. All IC-41W units operating on the same
operating channel will answer back to the call in the sur-
rounding communication area. When an RX channel is
selected, “N/A” appears.
To set the ATS function:
Push [Top] to enter function mode, then push and hold q
[Side 1] for 2 seconds to turn the ATS function ON.
• When an RX channel is selected, an error beep is emitted
•Thetransceiverwillsendasearchingsignalevery60seconds
automatically.
•“ ” appears and “ ” starts blinking on the display when the
function is activated.
•When the transceiver receives an answer back signal,
“ ” stays on the display until the next search transmit.
•If noreplyisreceived,“ ” blinks until the next search trans-
mit.
w
Blinks Blinks
Appears If no reply is received
Push [Top] to enter function mode, then push and hold
[Side 1] for 2 seconds to turn the ATS function OFF.