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Icom IC-M94DE User Manual

Icom IC-M94DE
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.
VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVERS
|M94D
|M94DE

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Icom IC-M94DE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandIcom
ModelIC-M94DE
CategoryTransceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Instructions and Features

Important Safety Information

Crucial instructions and warnings for safe and effective transceiver use.

Key Features Overview

Highlights key functionalities like user interface, audio output, and AIS.

Hazard Symbol Definitions

Defines warning symbols (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTE) for hazard communication.

Emergency Procedures and Recommendations

Distress Call Procedures

Provides guidance on distress calls via Channel 16 and DSC.

Transceiver Cleaning Recommendation

Instructions for cleaning the transceiver to maintain its condition.

Operating Precautions and Safety

Critical Safety Warnings

Critical safety warnings regarding explosive environments, battery use, and RF exposure.

General Operating Precautions

Precautions for handling, cleaning, temperature, and securing the transceiver.

Waterproof Protection Information

Information on the transceiver's IPX7 waterproof rating and limitations.

Safety Training and Compliance

RF Exposure and Occupational Use

Information on RF exposure and safety guidelines for occupational use.

Electromagnetic Interference and Compatibility

Information on preventing interference with other devices.

FCC Information and Disposal

FCC Compliance and Modifications Warning

FCC compliance details and warning against unauthorized modifications.

EU Declaration of Conformity

Declaration of conformity with EU directives for radio equipment.

Product Disposal Guidelines

Instructions for proper disposal of the product in the European Union.

Operating Rules and Licenses

Priorities in Communication

Guidelines on priority for safety and distress calls over other communications.

Radio Licensing Requirements

Information on required ship station and operator licenses.

Accessories and Attachment

Supplied Accessories List

Lists the items included with the transceiver.

Attaching Accessories

Instructions on how to attach accessories like antenna and belt clip.

Battery Pack Insertion and Removal

Instructions for inserting and removing the battery pack.

Transceiver Panel Description

Front Panel Components

Identifies and describes the physical components of the front panel.

Key Functions and Operations

Details the function of each key on the transceiver's front panel.

Function Display Indicators

Display Indicator Explanations

Explanation of the icons and information displayed on the transceiver screen.

Panel Displays and Software Keys

Position and Time Display Status

Displays current position and time, or manual entry status.

Channel Name and Status Indicators

Displays channel name and transceiver status indicators.

Software Key Overview

Overview of software keys and their functions for easy access.

Software Key Functions

Detailed Software Key Descriptions

Detailed description of each software key function and its reference page.

Battery Pack Safety and Handling

Critical Battery Pack Warnings

Critical safety warnings regarding battery misuse, damage, and temperature.

General Battery Handling Cautions

Cautions on operating the battery outside specified temperature limits.

Battery Charging Safety

Battery Pack Care and Charging Precautions

Battery pack care and charging precautions, including element exposure.

Charging Safety Guidelines

Safety precautions to follow during battery charging.

Battery Charger Operation

Charger Operation Notes

Notes regarding the transceiver must be OFF while charging.

Battery Charger Mounting and Use

Instructions for mounting the battery charger and charging process.

Initial Transceiver Preparations

Entering the MMSI Code

Guide to entering the Maritime Mobile Service Identity code.

ATIS ID Entry

Entering the ATIS Identification Number

Instructions for entering the Automatic Transmitter Identification System ID.

Basic Channel Operations

Channel Selection Procedures

How to select regular channels and the dedicated Channel 16.

Channel Group Selection

How to select different channel groups based on region.

Weather Channels and Alerts

Channel Group Presets

Table showing channel group presets by version.

Weather Channel and Alert Configuration

Information on accessing weather channels and alerts.

Audio Level and Squelch Adjustment

Adjusting Audio Volume

Procedure for adjusting the audio volume.

Adjusting Squelch Level

Procedure for adjusting the squelch to filter signals.

Setting the Call Channel

How to set a preferred channel as the Call channel.

Transmitting and Receiving Basics

Receiving and Transmitting Guide

Instructions for receiving signals and transmitting voice.

Lock and Monitor Functions

Keypad Lock Function

How to activate and deactivate the key lock function.

Monitor Function Operation

How to use the monitor function to check weak signals.

Channel Name and AquaQuake Function

AquaQuake Water Draining Function

How to use the AquaQuake function to clear water from the speaker.

Editing Channel Names

Steps to edit the names of channels.

Scan Operation Modes

Available Scan Types

Explanation of Normal Scan and Priority Scan.

Scan Operation Settings

Setting Favorite Channels

How to set channels as favorites for quick recall.

Starting and Stopping a Scan

Instructions on how to initiate and stop a scan.

Dualwatch and Tri-watch Functions

Description of Dualwatch/Tri-watch

Explanation of how Dualwatch and Tri-watch work.

Operating Dualwatch/Tri-watch

Steps to select and start Dualwatch or Tri-watch.

DSC Operation: Address Management

DSC Address ID Management

How to enter and manage DSC individual or group IDs.

DSC Operation: Position and Distress Calls

Deleting DSC IDs

How to delete existing DSC IDs.

Manual Position and Time Entry

Manual entry of position and time for distress calls.

DSC Operation: Distress Call Sending

Sending a DSC Distress Alert

Procedure for sending a DSC distress alert.

DSC Operation: Regular Calls

Sending a Regular DSC Call

How to send a regular DSC call with nature of distress.

DSC Operation: Call Cancellation

Distress Call Cancellation Procedure

How to cancel a distress call or an incorrect distress call.

DSC Operation: Software Key Usage

Distress Call Software Key Functions

Explains the software keys used during distress call operations.

DSC Operation: Other Call Types

Sending Other DSC Calls

Guide to sending DSC calls other than distress.

Sending an Individual DSC Call

Steps to send an individual DSC call.

DSC Operation: Acknowledgements

Sending Individual Call Acknowledgement

How to send an acknowledgement for an individual call.

DSC Operation: Group Calls

Sending a DSC Group Call

Steps to send a DSC group call.

DSC Operation: Test Calls and Logs

Sending a DSC Test Call

Procedure for sending a DSC test call.

Managing DSC Call Logs

How to view received and transmitted DSC logs.

DSC Operation: Unread Call Management

Unread DSC Call List

How to check and manage unread DSC calls.

DSC Operation: Settings Configuration

DSC Settings Menu

Configuration options for DSC functions.

Auto ACK and CH Auto Switch Settings

Settings for automatic acknowledgements and channel switching.

DSC Operation: Advanced Settings

MOB Auto Set and Water Detection

Automatic Man Overboard (MOB) distress setting.

Alarm Status and Loop Test

Configuration of alarm status and self-test for DSC calls.

AIS Receiver Introduction

About the Automatic Identification System

Explains the purpose and function of the AIS system.

Understanding AIS Classes

Details the different classes and types of AIS units.

AIS Receiver: Plotter Screen Usage

Using the AIS Plotter Screen

How to use the AIS plotter screen for navigation and target viewing.

AIS Receiver: Plotter Screen Details

Plotter Screen Elements

Details the elements and display options of the plotter screen.

Display Filter Indicators

Indicates when AIS targets are filtered.

AIS Receiver: List Screen Navigation

Using the AIS List Screen

How to use the AIS target, danger, and friend lists.

AIS Receiver: Target Lists

Target and Friends List Screen

Displays AIS targets and friend lists.

Danger List Screen

Displays dangerous AIS targets based on CPA/TCPA settings.

AIS Receiver: Friend Management

Setting and Managing Friends

How to add AIS targets to the Friends List.

Editing and Deleting Friend IDs

How to edit or remove friend IDs from the list.

AIS Receiver: Target Details

About the AIS Target Details Screen

Displays detailed information about a selected AIS target.

AIS Receiver: Settings and Alarms

AIS Settings Customization

Customization options for AIS display and alarms.

CPA/TCPA Alarm Configuration

Settings for collision avoidance alarms.

AIS Receiver: Advanced Settings

CPA/TCPA Slow Warn and ID Blocking

Manages alarms for anchored vessels and blocks specific IDs.

AIS Receiver: Friend and Power Settings

Friend Management and Alarms

Managing friend targets and their associated alarms.

AIS Power Save and MOB Support

Enables power saving for AIS and Man Overboard support.

Other Functions: Waypoint Navigation

Waypoint Management

Managing GPS waypoints for navigation.

Waypoint Editing and Navigation

Editing and Deleting Waypoints

How to modify and remove waypoints from the list.

Navigating to a Selected Waypoint

Steps to start navigation to a waypoint.

Navigation: AIS and Waypoint Initiation

Starting Navigation from AIS Screen

Starting navigation via AIS targets.

Stopping Navigation

How to stop active navigation.

Other Functions: Man Overboard

Man Overboard (MOB) Functionality

Functionality for man overboard situations.

Starting and Stopping MOB Mode

Steps to initiate and deactivate MOB mode.

Other Functions: Navigation System

Navigation Feature Overview

General information on the navigation feature.

Starting Navigation Procedures

Methods to begin navigation.

Navigation Control and Settings

Starting Navigation via AIS or Waypoints

Starting navigation from AIS target screens or waypoint list.

Navigation Settings Customization

Customizing navigation parameters like arrival alarms.

AIS Receiver: Advanced Settings Control

AIS Settings: Orientation and Filtering

Customizing AIS display orientation and target filtering.

CPA/TCPA Alarm Configuration

Settings for collision avoidance alarms.

AIS Receiver: Comprehensive Settings

CPA/TCPA Slow Warn and ID Blocking

Manages alarms for anchored vessels and blocks specific IDs.

AIS Receiver: Friend and Power Management

Friend Management and Alarms

Managing friend targets and their associated alarms.

AIS Power Save and MOB Support

Enables power saving for AIS and Man Overboard support.

Other Functions: Waypoint Management

Waypoint List Screen Usage

Accessing and using the waypoint list.

Waypoint Operations

Editing and Deleting Waypoints

How to modify and remove waypoints from the list.

Navigating to a Waypoint

Steps to start navigation to a waypoint.

Navigation Control and Selection

Starting Navigation from AIS or Waypoint List

Starting navigation from AIS target screens or waypoint list.

Stopping Navigation Procedure

How to stop active navigation.

Other Functions: Man Overboard Details

Man Overboard (MOB) Functionality

Functionality for man overboard situations.

Starting and Stopping MOB Mode

Steps to initiate and deactivate MOB mode.

Other Functions: Navigation System Use

Navigation Feature Overview

General information on the navigation feature.

Starting Navigation Methods

Methods to begin navigation.

Navigation Control and Settings

Starting Navigation via AIS or Waypoint

Starting navigation from AIS target screens or waypoint list.

Navigation Settings Configuration

Customizing navigation parameters like arrival alarms.

AIS Receiver: Lost Target Criteria

Lost Target Identification Criteria

Criteria and behavior for identifying 'Lost targets' in AIS.

Other Functions: GPS System

GPS Status Screen

Displays GPS satellite status and signal strength.

GPS Information Screen

Displays position, date, time, SOG, and COG.

Menu Screen Navigation

Using the Menu Screen

General guide to operating the menu interface.

Menu Screen Structure

Menu Screen Items Overview

A structured list of menu options and their references.

Menu Screen Function Descriptions

Configuration Settings

Settings for backlight, contrast, key beep, and key assignment.

UTC Offset and Inactivity Timer

Setting time offset and automatic screen return.

Noise Cancel Functionality

Reducing noise in received/transmitted signals.

Menu Screen: Radio and Other Settings

Float'n Flash, Power Save, and Low Battery Alarms

Functionality for finding transceiver, power saving, and low battery alerts.

Radio Settings: Scan and Watch Modes

Settings for scan types, scan timer, and watch modes.

Menu Screen: Radio Options

Radio Settings: Call Channel and Weather Alert

Changing call channel and configuring weather alert reception.

Radio Settings: Monitor and Favorite Channels

Managing monitor function and favorite channels.

Transceiver Specifications

General Technical Specifications

General technical specifications including frequency coverage and dimensions.

Receiver and GNSS Specifications

Receiver Performance Specifications

Technical details of the receiver performance.

GNSS Receiver Specifications

Specifications for GPS and GLONASS reception.

Optional Accessories

Battery Pack and Charger Options

Details of the rechargeable battery pack and desktop charger.

Other Optional Accessories

Lists other optional accessories like antennas and microphones.

HM-165 Speaker Microphone Usage

Using the HM-165 Speaker Microphone

How to use the HM-165 speaker microphone.

Connecting the HM-165 Microphone

Steps to connect the HM-165 speaker microphone.

VHF Marine Channel Lists

Channel List for IC-M94D/DE (AUS)

Channel list specific to the Australian version.

Channel List for IC-M94DE (Except AUS)

Channel list for non-Australian versions.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Transceiver Power and Sound Issues

Troubleshooting steps for power and audio output problems.

Transmission, Scan, and Keypad Problems

Troubleshooting transmission, scan, and keypad issues.

DSC ID and GPS Data Issues

Solutions for errors in setting DSC IDs and GPS data problems.

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