Icom IC-A25 User Manual

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PANEL DESCRIPTION
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■ Function display
D Icon area
Indicators
BATTERY INDICATOR
Displays the battery status.
GROUP/MEMORY INDICATOR
Displays the selected group and channel in the Memory mode.
Icons
FUNCTION ICON
Displayed for 3 seconds when you push [F], to use
secondary functions assigned to a key.
RX/TX ICON
Displayed while receiving or transmitting.
AUTOMATIC NOISE LIMITER ICON
Displayed when the Automatic Noise Limiter function is ON.
VOX ICON
Displayed when the VOX function is ON.
Bluetooth
®
ICON
(For only the IC-A25N and IC-A25NE)
Displayed when a Bluetooth device is connected.
WX ICON
(For only the IC-A25N and IC-A25C)
z “
” is displayed when the transceiver is in the Weather
Channel Selection mode.
z Displayed when the Weather Alert function is ON.
z Blinks when a weather alert is received.
TAG ICON
Displayed when a tagged channel is selected.
DUPLEX ICON
(For only the IC-A25N and IC-A25NE)
Displayed when an NAV band frequency is selected with
duplex setting* is ON, or duplex channel is selected.
*([MENU] > Radio Settings > Duplex Set)
D Text area
z Displays the selected frequency, channel type, channel
name, priority channel, and so on.
Icon area
Text area
Battery
status
Full Mid
Charging
required
Battery
exhausted
Charging
Indication
(Li-ion
battery pack)
Indication
(Alkaline
batteries)

Icom IC-A25 Specifications

General

Power Supply Requirement	7.2 V DC
Modulation	AM
Bluetooth	No
Mode	AM
Type	Handheld Airband Transceiver
Channel Spacing	25 kHz
Audio Output Power	700 mW
GPS	Yes
Frequency Range	118.000 - 136.991 MHz

Summary

Important User Information

User Instructions

Read all instructions carefully before using the transceiver.

Manual Contents Overview

This manual contains operating instructions for IC-A25 series transceivers.

Advanced Features Reference

Refer to the FULL MANUAL on the Icom website for advanced features and instructions.

Precautions and Safety Guidelines

General Safety Warnings

Covers DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION statements for safe operation and handling.

Recommendations for Use

Transceiver Cleaning Procedure

Clean the transceiver thoroughly in fresh water after saltwater exposure.

Waterproof Protection Notes

Notes on maintaining waterproof protection and contacting dealer if defective.

Panel Description

Front, Top, and Side Panels

Description of the physical layout and controls of the transceiver.

Key Functions and Controls

Details on the functions of various keys like PTT, MENU, SCAN, etc.

Function Display and Icons

Explanation of the transceiver's display screen, indicators, and icons.

Battery Charging Procedures

Battery Caution

Important safety warnings and precautions regarding the use and handling of Li-ion batteries.

Charging Caution

Safety warnings and precautions for charging the battery pack.

Battery Charger and Case

Details on the supplied battery charger, power adapter, and battery case.

Menu Screen Operations

Menu Structure and Navigation

Explains the tree structure of the menu and how to navigate it.

Basic Operation Guide

Receiving and Transmitting

How to set frequency, select memory channels, receive, and transmit.

Emergency Frequency and Recall Channels

Procedures for selecting the 121.5 MHz emergency frequency and recall channels.

Headset Connection

Connecting a Headset

Guide on connecting a headset using the supplied adapter and using Side Tone.

Specifications and Options

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications for transmitter, receiver, frequency range, and operating conditions.

Available Options and Accessories

Lists optional accessories like battery packs, chargers, belt clips, and headsets.

Information and Compliance

Channel ID List

List of channel IDs corresponding to operating frequencies for different channel spacings.

CE, Disposal, and Country Codes

Information on CE compliance, product disposal, and country code list.

Firmware and FCC Information

How to identify firmware version and FCC compliance details.

RF Exposure Safety Training

Essential safety training regarding RF exposure limits and safe operating practices.