Icom IC-FR4000 Series User Manual

3-1-4 Installation and Connections
Installation and ConnectionsInstallation and Connections
Installation and Connections
 Unpacking
UnpackingUnpacking
Unpacking
After unpacking, immediately report any damage to the
delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping cartons.
For a description and a diagram of accessory
equipment included with the IC-FR3000/FR4000
series, see ‘Supplied accessories’ on page 5 of this
manual.
 Selecting a location
Selecting a locationSelecting a location
Selecting a location
Select a location for the repeater that allows adequate
air circulation, free from extreme heat, cold, or
vibrations, and away from TV sets, TV antenna
elements, radios and other electromagnetic sources.
 Antenna connection
Antenna connectionAntenna connection
Antenna connection
For radio communications, the antenna is of critical
importance, along with output power and sensitivity.
Select antenna(s), such as a well-matched 50 Ω
antenna, and feedline. 1.5:1 or better of Voltage
Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) is recommended for
desired band. Of course, the transmission line should
be a coaxial cable.
▒ CAUTION:
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION: Protect repeater from lightning by using
▒ a lightning arrestor.
 Duplexer
DuplexerDuplexer
Duplexer
A duplexer is separately required when only one
antenna is used for both transmitting and receiving.
Select a duplexer according to the transmitting and
receiving frequencies. Ask your Dealer for details.
 Grounding
GroundingGrounding
Grounding
To prevent electrical shock, television interference
(TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) and other problems,
ground the transceiver through the [GND] terminal on
the rear panel.
For best results, connect a heavy gauge wire or strap
to a long earth-sunk copper rod. Make the distance
between the [GND] terminal and ground as short as
possible.
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▒ a lightning arrestor.
▒ NOTE:
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE: There are many publications covering
▒ proper antennas and their installation. Check with
▒ your local dealer for more information and
▒ recommendations
▒ WARNING:
WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING: NEVER
NEVER NEVER
NEVER connect the [GND] terminal to
▒ a gas or electric pipe, since the connection could
▒ cause an explosion or electric shock.

Icom IC-FR4000 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Icom
Model	IC-FR4000 Series
Category	Two-Way Radio
Language	English