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Icom IC-M803 User Manual

Icom IC-M803
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject 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.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
|M803
MF/HF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

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Icom IC-M803 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range (TX)1.6 - 30 MHz
Frequency Range (RX)0.5 - 30 MHz
TypeMF/HF Marine Transceiver
Power Output150 W PEP
ModesSSB, AM, DSC
Receiver Sensitivity0.5 μV (SSB)
Power Supply Requirement13.8 V DC

Summary

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

Definitions of Technical Terms

Defines DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE terms for safety and operation.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

Emergency Distress Call Procedure

Step-by-step guide for making a distress call via DSC.

RADIO OPERATION WARNING

RF Exposure Safety Guidelines

Specifies safe distances and conditions for RF exposure compliance.

FCC INFORMATION

FCC Compliance Statement

Details the equipment's compliance with FCC Part 15 rules.

PERCAUTIONS

General Safety Precautions

Lists critical safety warnings for operating the transceiver.

KEY ICON DESCRIPTION

Understanding Control Panel Icons

Explains the meaning and function of various keys and icons.

OPERATING RULES

Ship Radio Station Licensing

Outlines requirements for ship radio station and operator licenses.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

Main Unit Front Panel

Describes the connectors and controls on the main unit's front.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

Main Unit Rear Panel

Details the connectors and ports on the main unit's rear.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

Remote Controller Front Panel

Explains the controls and display of the remote controller.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

Function Display Overview

Describes the main screen display areas and indicators.

PREPARATION

Entering the MMSI Code

Guides the user through initial MMSI code entry for DSC.

MENU SCREEN

Menu Structure and Navigation

Explains how to navigate and use the transceiver's menu system.

BASIC OPERATION

Selecting Channels and Groups

Details methods for selecting operating channels and groups.

BASIC OPERATION

Receiving and Transmitting

Explains how to receive signals and transmit calls.

BASIC OPERATION

E-mail Operation

Explains how to set up and use the transceiver for HF e-mail.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND OPERATIONS

Backlight and Scan Functions

Describes adjusting display backlight and using scan features.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND OPERATIONS

Setting User Channels

Guides on editing user, simplex, and e-mail channels.

DSC OPERATION

DSC Address ID Management

Covers entering, editing, and deleting DSC address IDs.

DSC OPERATION

Entering Position and Time Data

Explains manual input of position and UTC time for distress calls.

DSC OPERATION

DSC Task Mode (Single)

Describes the single-task mode for handling DSC calls.

DSC OPERATION

Sending Distress Calls

Details the procedure for sending a simple distress call.

DSC OPERATION

Sending Individual Calls

Explains the process of sending an individual DSC call.

DSC OPERATION

Sending Group Calls

Covers the procedure for sending a DSC group call.

DSC OPERATION

Sending Geographical Area Calls

Explains sending DSC calls to a specific geographic area.

DSC OPERATION

Sending Test Calls

Guides on sending test DSC calls.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Distress Calls

Describes how to receive distress calls and alarms.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Distress Acknowledgments and Cancels

Covers receiving and processing distress ACK/Cancel messages.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Distress Relay Calls

Explains how to receive distress relay calls.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Individual Calls

Details how to receive individual DSC calls.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Individual Acknowledgments

Covers receiving acknowledgments for individual calls.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Group Calls

Explains how to receive DSC group calls.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Geographical Area Calls

Details receiving geographical area DSC calls.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Test Calls

Explains how to receive test DSC calls.

DSC OPERATION

Receiving Test Acknowledgments

Covers receiving acknowledgments for test calls.

DSC OPERATION

DSC Log Management

Explains how to view received and transmitted DSC logs.

DSC OPERATION

DSC Settings Overview

Introduces the DSC settings menu and its main categories.

DSC OPERATION

Scanning Receiver Settings

Details how to configure scanning for emergency frequencies.

DSC OPERATION

Channel Auto Switch and NMEA Data Output

Covers automatic channel switching and NMEA data output settings.

DSC OPERATION

Alarm Status Settings

Explains how to configure alarms for different DSC call types.

DSC OPERATION

Self Check Test and Procedure

Covers self-check tests and DSC task procedures.

MENU ITEMS

Configuration Menu Overview

Lists and describes main configuration settings.

MENU ITEMS

Inactivity Timer Settings

Explains how to set inactivity timers for different modes.

MENU ITEMS

Radio Settings Overview

Lists main radio settings like channels, auto-tune, and noise reduction.

CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

Supplied Accessories

Lists the items included in the transceiver package.

CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

Connection Procedures

Guides on connecting microphones, remote controls, and PCs.

CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

Rear Panel Connections

Details rear panel connections for antennas and tuners.

CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

Grounding and Power Source

Explains proper grounding techniques and power requirements.

CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

Mounting Guidelines

Provides instructions for mounting the transceiver and remote controller.

CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

Fuse Replacement

Guides on how to replace internal fuses.

CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

Connector Information

Provides pin assignments and specifications for various connectors.

SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

General Specifications

Lists key technical specifications of the transceiver.

SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS

Available Options

Describes optional accessories like tuners, antennas, and microphones.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Provides solutions for common operational problems.

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