Icom IC-F27SR User Manual

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■ Turning ON the power
Prior to using the transceiver for the first
time, the battery pack must be fully charged
for optimum life and operation. (p. 19)
Rotate [VOL] to turn ON the power. ➥
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Battery type selection
The battery type must be selected according to the battery pack or
case when it is changed, but only the first time it is used.
Check the battery type before you begin the selection procedure.
One to three beep(s) sound in sequence, so you must repeat the
steps until the number of beeps matches your battery type.
For example, if your battery type is a Ni-MH battery pack, you must
repeat the procedure until 3 beeps are heard.
Set q
[ROTARY SELECTOR] to any
channel other than Channel 16.
Rotate [VOL] to t w urn OFF the
transceiver power.
While holding down [PTT], rotate e
[VOL] to turn ON the power.
 •Youshouldhold[PTT]untilthebat-
tery type confirmation beeps sound.
( It takes approximately 5 seconds;
while holding down [PTT], the count
down beeps sound. After that, the confirmation beeps sound.)
 •1beepsoundswhentheLi-ionbatteryisselected.
 •2beepssoundwhenthebatterycaseisselected.
 •3beepssoundwhentheNi-MHbatteryisselected.
After the beep sounds, release [PTT]. r
Repeat steps t w to r until you select the correct battery type.
NOTE: This operation may not be available, depending on the
preprogramming. Ask your dealer for details.
[VOL]
[VOL]
[PTT]
[ROTARY SELECTOR]

Icom IC-F27SR Specifications

General

Frequency Range	136-174 MHz
Channels	16
Power Output	5W
Channel Spacing	12.5/25 kHz
IP Rating	IP54
Mode	FM
Type	Handheld

Summary

Precautions

Critical Safety Alerts

Key safety warnings including DANGER and WARNING statements to prevent severe hazards.

Operational Handling and Care

Guidelines for safe operation, temperature limits, cleaning, and water exposure.

Panel Description

Front, Top, and Side Panels

Programmable Key Functions

Operation

Turning ON the Power

Steps to turn the transceiver on and initial power-up procedures.

Battery Type Selection

Procedure for selecting the correct battery type for the transceiver.

Channel Selection

Methods for selecting the desired operating channel on the transceiver.

Receiving and Transmitting

Instructions on how to receive signals and transmit using the transceiver.

Preprogrammed Frequency and CTCSS Tone List

Transmitting Notes

Setting the Microphone Gain

Instructions on how to adjust the microphone gain for optimal voice input.

Setting the Squelch Level

Guide to adjusting the squelch level to filter out background noise.

Priority A Channel Selection

Auto Scan Function

Battery Charging

Caution (BP-264 Ni-MH Battery)

Safety precautions for using and handling the BP-264 Ni-MH battery pack.

Caution (BP-265 Li-ion Battery)

Safety precautions for using and handling the BP-265 Li-ion battery pack.

Charging Caution

Important warnings and precautions related to charging the battery packs.

Battery Chargers

Using the BC-191 to Rapid Charge BP-264

Using the BC-192 to Regular Charge BP-264

Using the BC-193 to Rapid Charge BP-265

Using the BC-197 to Rapid Charge BP-264 or BP-265

Charger Alignment Note

Options

Chargers

VOX Function

Explains the VOX (voice operated transmission) function for hands-free operation.

Optional Unit Connection

Turning VOX Function ON or OFF

Procedure to enable or disable the VOX function when powering on the transceiver.

Setting the VOX Gain

Specifications

General

Transmitter

Receiver