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FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING
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■ VFO and memory channels
The IC-R6 has two normal operating modes: the VFO mode
and the memory mode.
The VFO mode is used for a desired frequency setting
within the frequency coverage.
➥ Push [V/M] to select the VFO mode.
The memory mode is used for quick recall of the prepro-
grammed memory channels.
➥ Push [V/M] to select the memory mode.
• See page 19 for memory programming details.
What is VFO?
VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator.
Operating frequencies are generated and controlled by the
VFO.
■ Frequency band selection
The receiver can receive the AM broadcast, HF band, 50 MHz,
FM broadcast, VHF air, 144 MHz, 300 MHz, 400 MHz,
800 MHz,* 1200 MHz or Weather channels
†
.
Available frequency bands differ, depending on the ver-
sion. See the specifications for details.
* Some frequency ranges are prohibited in the USA ver-
sion by regulation.
†
Available in only the USA version.
➥ Push [BAND] repeatedly to select a desired frequency
band.
• When the memory mode is selected, push [V/M] to select the
VFO mode first, then push [BAND] to select a desired band.
➥ While holding down [BAND], rotating [DIAL] also selects
the frequency band.