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Icom IC-R2 - User Manual

Icom IC-R2
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is sub-
ject 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.
iR2
COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER

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Questions and Answers:

Icom IC-R2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHandheld Wideband Receiver
Antenna Impedance50 Ω
Frequency Range0.1 - 1300 MHz
Modulation TypesAM, FM, WFM
Power SupplyAA x 4
Battery LifeApprox. 15 hours

Summary

Manual Introduction and Safety

Foreword and Definitions

Provides an introduction to the manual and defines key terms and symbols used.

Critical Safety Warnings

Details essential safety precautions, including high volume, temperature, and FCC compliance warnings.

Initial Setup and Operating Principles

Supplied Accessories

Lists and illustrates all accessories included with the receiver for setup.

Operating Principles and Notes

Explains RF/AF energy basics and provides notes on receiver operation and interference.

Attaching Receiver Accessories

Antenna and Belt Clip Attachment

Instructions for attaching the antenna, belt clip, and maintaining battery contacts.

Battery Installation and Handstrap

Guide for installing batteries and attaching the handstrap for carrying.

Panel Description: Controls and Layout

Receiver Panel Layout

Identifies the main components and layout of the receiver's front and top panels.

Key Switches and Connectors

Details major switches like Monitor, Function, Band, and the antenna connector.

Panel Description: Additional Controls

Volume, VFO;Memory, and Power Controls

Explains operation of volume, VFO/Memory, and power switches.

Tuning, Mode;Lock, and Dial Controls

Details tuning step, mode/lock switches, and the tuning dial.

Panel Description: Display Indicators (Part 1)

Function Display Overview

Details the structure and purpose of the receiver's function display.

Mode and Status Indicators

Explains indicators for receive mode, duplex, tone, attenuator, and memory status.

Panel Description: Display Indicators (Part 2)

Scan and Signal Indicators

Explains indicators related to scanning functions and signal strength.

Operational Status Indicators

Details indicators for priority watch, busy status, battery level, and lock function.

Frequency and Channel Setup

VFO and Memory Channel Modes

Explains the two primary operating modes: VFO for frequency setting and Memory for stored channels.

Operating Band Selection

Guide on how to select the desired frequency coverage band.

Frequency and Channel Configuration

Setting Frequencies and Tuning Steps

Instructions for setting operating frequencies and adjusting tuning step increments.

Memory Channel Management

Selecting Memory Channels

Steps to select and navigate through programmed memory channels.

Lock and Attenuator Functions

Explains how to use the lock function and activate the attenuator.

Basic Operation: Receiving Signals

Receiving Signals Guide

Step-by-step guide to powering on, setting volume, squelch, and frequency.

Setting Volume and Squelch Levels

Instructions on how to adjust audio volume and squelch levels for optimal listening.

Basic Operation: Level Adjustments and Monitor

Adjusting Volume and Squelch

Detailed guide on adjusting volume and squelch levels with various settings.

Monitor Function

Explains how to use the monitor function to listen to weak signals or open squelch.

Basic Operation: Modes and Display Settings

Receive Mode Selection

How to select the appropriate receive mode (FM, AM, WFM).

Display Backlighting Settings

Guide for configuring display backlighting to light, auto, or off.

Memory Channel Overview and Programming

Memory Channel Overview and Contents

Details the receiver's 400 memory channels and the information they store.

Programming Memory Channels

Steps for programming memory channels during frequency selection.

Memory Channel Programming and Transfer

Programming After Selection

Instructions for programming memory channels after setting frequency and other data.

Transferring Memory Contents

Guide for copying memory channel data to another channel.

Memory Banks and Clearing

Memory Bank Selection

How to select and navigate through memory banks.

Memory Clear Function

Instructions for erasing stored memory channels.

Scan Operation Basics

Scan Types Explained

Describes Full, Programmed, Selected Band, and Memory/Bank scans.

Frequency and Memory Skip Functions

Explains how to skip unwanted frequencies or memory channels during scans.

Scan Operation Procedures

Performing Full, Band, and Programmed Scans

Instructions for initiating and controlling full, band, and programmed scans.

Memory and Bank Scan Operations

Steps to start and control memory and bank scans.

Scan Operation Settings

Selecting Scan Edges

Instructions for setting scan ranges for full, band, or programmed scans.

Scan Operation Features

Skip Channel Setting

How to program memory channels to be skipped during scans.

Scan Resume Conditions

Explains settings for scan pause and resume times.

Scan Operation Functions

Frequency Skip Function

How to program frequencies to be skipped during scans.

Frequency Skip Function ON;OFF

How to enable or disable the frequency skip function.

Priority Watch Functionality

Priority Watch Types Overview

Describes the three types of priority watch operations.

Memory Channel Watch

Monitors a specific memory channel while operating on VFO.

Memory Scan Watch

Monitors multiple memory channels sequentially while on VFO.

VFO Scan Watch

Monitors a specific memory channel while the receiver is scanning in VFO mode.

Priority Watch Operation Details

Memory and VFO Scan Watch Procedures

Instructions for setting up and starting memory and VFO scan watch functions.

Subaudible Tone Operation

Tone Squelch Operation

How to use tone squelch to receive signals with matching subaudible tones.

Setting Subaudible Tones

Guide for selecting and programming subaudible tone frequencies.

Subaudible Tone Features

Pocket Beep Operation

How to use subaudible tones for a 'common pager' notification.

Tone Scan Function

How to detect subaudible tone frequencies in received signals.

Duplex Operation

Duplex Communication Basics

Defines duplex operation and its use with repeaters.

Duplex Shift and Offset Settings

How to set the transmit frequency shift direction and offset amount.

Other Functions: Set Mode Configuration

Set Mode and Expanded Set Mode

Explains Set Mode and Expanded Set Mode for configuring functions.

Set Mode Items Overview

Lists the various settings available in Set Mode and Expanded Set Mode.

Other Functions: Dial, Beep, and Power Settings

Dial Select Step Settings

How to set the tuning dial step to 100 kHz, 1 MHz, or 10 MHz.

Beep Tones and Power Saver

How to configure beep tones and activate the power saver function.

Other Functions: Auto Power-Off and Monitor Switch

Auto Power-Off Function

How to set the receiver to automatically turn off after inactivity.

Monitor Switch Action

How to set the monitor switch to sticky or normal action.

Other Functions: Speed and Lock Settings

Dial Speed Acceleration

How to enable faster tuning dial speed when rotating rapidly.

Lock Function Effect

How to configure which switches remain accessible when lock is active.

Other Functions: Channel Mode and Cloning

Channel Indication Mode

How to simplify operation by displaying only memory channel numbers.

Cloning Function

How to copy programmed data from one IC-R2 to another.

Other Functions: Reset Procedures

Partial and All Reset Functions

Instructions for performing partial or full system resets.

Troubleshooting Receiver Issues

Common Problems and Solutions

Lists common issues, their causes, and solutions for receiver malfunctions.

Operation Flow Charts

Basic Operation Flowcharts

Visual guides for bank scan, tuning step, and scan edge setting.

Operation Flow Charts: Set Mode

Set Mode and Expanded Set Mode Flows

Diagrams illustrating entry and options for Set Mode and Expanded Set Mode.

Specifications and Options Overview

General Receiver Specifications

Provides general specifications like frequency coverage, modes, and temperature range.

Receiver Sensitivity and Frequencies

Details receiver system, intermediate frequencies, and sensitivity across bands.

Specifications and Options Details

Selectivity, Audio, and Connectors

Details selectivity, audio output power, and SP connector specifications.

Optional Accessories Guide

Lists and describes optional accessories like chargers, cases, and adapters.

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