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Icom IC-F4008 - User Manual

Icom IC-F4008
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S-14617XZ-C1
Nov. 2009
UHF TRANSCEIVERS
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Icom IC-F4008 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandIcom
ModelIC-F4008
CategoryTransceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Specifications

General Specifications

Covers frequency range, number of channels, emission types, and antenna impedance for the transceivers.

Transmitter Specifications

Details output power, modulation, frequency deviation, stability, spurious emissions, and audio distortion for the transmitter.

Receiver Specifications

Outlines receiver sensitivity, squelch, intermodulation, spurious response, audio output, hum, noise, and adjacent channel selectivity.

Section 2 Inside Views

Main-A Unit Top View

Top view of the main circuit board showing component placement and identification.

Main-A Unit Bottom View

Bottom view of the main circuit board showing component placement and identification.

Section 3 Disassembly Instruction

Removing the Chassis

Step-by-step guide for safely removing the transceiver chassis from its housing.

Removing the Main Unit

Instructions for detaching the main circuit board unit from the chassis after chassis removal.

Section 4 Circuit Description

Receiver Circuits Overview

Explains the RF, 1st IF, and 2nd IF circuits of the receiver, including filtering and amplification stages.

2 nd IF Circuits and Demodulator

Describes the 2nd IF mixer, amplifier, demodulator, PLL, and TCXO within the receiver's signal path.

RX AF Circuits

Details the audio frequency path for received signals, including filtering, de-emphasis, and audio amplification.

Transmitter Circuits Overview

Introduces the transmitter's audio signal path, modulation, and amplifier stages.

TX AF Circuits

Explains the audio processing for the transmitter, including microphone input, pre-emphasis, and limiter stages.

Modulation Circuit

Describes how the audio signal is used to frequency-modulate the TX VCO for transmission.

TX Amplifiers and APC Circuit

Covers the TX power amplifiers, pre-amplifiers, and the Automatic Power Control (APC) circuit.

Frequency Synthesizer Circuits

Explains the voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs), Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) IC, and their role in frequency generation.

Voltage Block Diagram

Illustrates the power supply distribution and voltage regulation throughout the transceiver.

CPU Port Allocations

Lists the pin assignments and functions for the CPU (IC51), detailing its I/O operations.

D;A Converter Port Allocations

Lists the pin assignments and functions for the D/A Converter (IC57), detailing its I/O operations.

Section 5 Adjustment Procedure

Preparation and Jig Cable Setup

Lists required equipment and explains jig cable connections for transceiver adjustments.

Connection Setup for Adjustments

Illustrates the proper connection of test equipment like signal generators and power meters.

Cloning Software for Adjustments

Guides on using cloning software to create and upload configuration files for adjustments.

Adjustment Utility Software

Details on accessing and using the software utility for fine-tuning transceiver parameters.

Frequency Adjustment Procedures

Step-by-step guide for adjusting PLL lock voltage and reference frequency using test equipment.

Transmit Adjustment Procedures

Instructions for adjusting TX output power, modulation balance, and FM deviation for optimal performance.

Receive Adjustment Procedures

Steps for adjusting receiver sensitivity and squelch threshold for accurate signal reception.

Section 7 Mechanical Parts

Chassis Parts List

Lists mechanical components and part numbers specific to the transceiver's chassis assembly.

Main-A Unit Mechanical Parts

Lists mechanical components and part numbers for the Main-A Unit assembly.

Accessories List

Catalog of optional accessories available for use with the transceiver.

Section 8 Board Layouts

Main-A Unit Top View Layout

Diagram showing the physical layout of components on the top side of the Main-A circuit board.

Main-A Unit Bottom View Layout

Diagram showing the physical layout of components on the bottom side of the Main-A circuit board.

Section 9 Block Diagram

Overall Block Diagram

A comprehensive block diagram illustrating the functional units and signal flow of the transceiver.

Section 10 Voltage Diagram

Main-A Unit Voltage Diagram (Part 1)

The first section of the voltage diagram for the Main-A unit, detailing power supply lines and regulators.

Main-A Unit Voltage Diagram (Part 2)

The second section of the voltage diagram for the Main-A unit, continuing the schematic of power distribution.

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