!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 1 (1,1) New2001 INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER iM32 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject 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.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page i (1,1) New2001 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is W ARN ING NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page ii (1,1) New2001 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY RECOMMENDATION If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16. CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater. Otherwise, the transceiver’s keys, switches and controllers may become inoperable due to salt crystallization. ❍ USING CHANNEL 16 DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE 1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.” 2. “THIS IS ..........................
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page iii (1,1) New2001 FOREWORD FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M32 VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. ☞ Waterproof construction Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environment, the IC-M32 meets JIS waterproof specification grade 7 while using BP-223 or BP-224.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page iv (1,1) New2001 PRECAUTION RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page v (1,1) New2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ................................... i IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ............................................... ii RECOMMENDATION .......................................................... ii FOREWORD ...................................................................... iii IMPORTANT ....................................................................... iii EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ...................................
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 1 (1,1) OPERATING RULES D Priorities • Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others. • You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel. 1 (2) OPERATOR’S LICENSE A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio is not required for safety purposes.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 2 (1,1) New2001 2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ■ Supplied accessories The following accessories are supplied: Qty. • Flexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 • Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 • Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 • Ni-Cd battery pack (BP-224) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 3 (1,1) New2001 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2 ï Battery pack To remove the battery pack: Turn the screw counterclockwise, then pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow as shown below. To attach the battery pack: Insert the battery pack in the IC-M32 completely, then turn the screw clockwise. CAUTION!: When attaching or removing a battery pack, make sure the rubber seal is set in the groove of the battery pack correctly.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 4 (1,1) New2001 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front, top and side panels q POWER SWITCH Push and hold to turn power ON and OFF. q !0 w Speaker Microphone Function display (p. 6) o i u e r t y 4 w ANTENNA (p. 2) Connects the supplied antenna. e SCAN/DUAL KEY [SCN•DUAL] (pgs. 13, 15) • Starts and stops normal or priority scan. • Enters watch mode when pushed for 1 sec. • Exits watch mode when pushed.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 5 (1,1) New2001 PANEL DESCRIPTION Y]/[Z Z]•[TAG] u CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y • Selects an operating channel. (pgs. 8, 9) • Selects the SET mode condition of the item. (p. 16) • Checks tag channels or changes scanning direction during scan. (p. 15) • Sets and clears the displayed channel as a tag (scanned) channel when pushed both keys for 1 sec. • While turning power ON, clears all tag channels in the selected channel group when both keys are pushed.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 6 (1,1) New2001 3 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display q w e r t t LOCK INDICATOR (p. 11) Appears while the lock function is activated. y u i o !8 !7 !0 !6 !1 !2 !5 !4 !3 q TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 10) Appears while transmitting. w BUSY INDICATOR (p. 10) Appears when receiving a signal or when the squelch opens. “ ” blinks while monitoring. e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 15) Appears when a tag channel is selected. r CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 7 (1,1) New2001 PANEL DESCRIPTION !1 SQUELCH LEVEL INDICATOR Shows the squelch level when it is set. 3 3 !2 VOICE LEVEL INDICATOR Shows the voice level when it is set. !3 VOLUME LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR Blinks while adjusting the volume level. !4 SQUELCH LEVEL ADJUSTING INDICATOR Blinks while adjusting the squelch level. !5 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT • Indicates the selected operating channel number. • In SET mode, indicates the selected condition.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 8 (1,1) New2001 4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Channel selection D Channel 16 D Channel 9 (Call channel) Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communications. Channel 16 is automatically monitored during both dualwatch and tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor Channel 16. Channel 9 is the leisure-use call channel. Each regular channel group has separate call channels.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 9 (1,1) New2001 BASIC OPERATION 4 D U.S.A., International and Canadian channels D Weather channels (Available for USA version only) There are 57 U.S.A., 57 International, and 61 Canadian channels. These channel groups may be specified for the operating area. There are 10 weather channels. They are used for monitoring weather channels from the NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts. q Push [CH/WX•U/I/C] to select a regular channel.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 10 (1,1) New2001 4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Receiving and transmitting CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver. q Push [POWER] to turn power ON. w Use the squelch function to mute any audio noise if necessary. After pushing the [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec., the squelch function is cut off until [SQL•MONI] is released. (default) e Push [SQL•MONI] for 1 sec. (see the SET mode on p. 18), and push [+]/[–] to set the audio output level.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 11 (1,1) New2001 BASIC OPERATION 4 ■ Adjusting the squelch level ■ Automatic backlighting The IC-M32 has a squelch even though there is no control knob for it. In order to receive signals properly, as well as for the scan to function effectively, the squelch must be adjusted to the proper level. q Push [SQL•MONI], then adjust the squelch level with [+]/[–]. This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The automatic backlighting can be activated in SET mode.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 12 (1,1) New2001 4 BASIC OPERATION ■ Call channel programming The call channel key is used to select Channel 9 by default, however, you can program your most often-used channels in each channel group for quick recall. q Push [CH/WX•U/I/C] for 1 sec. several times to select the desired channel group (USA, INT, CAN) to be programmed. w Push [16•9] for 1 sec. to select the call channel. • “CALL” and call channel number appear. e Push [16•9] again for 3 sec.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 13 (1,1) DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH 5 ■ Description ■ Operation Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving another channel; tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the call channel while receiving another channel. q Select the desired operating channel. w Push [SCN•DUAL] for 1 sec. to start dualwatch or tri-watch (depending on SET mode setting). DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION Call channel • “DUAL” blinks during dualwatch; “TRI” blinks during tri-watch.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 14 (1,1) New2001 6 SCAN OPERATION ■ Scan types Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and normal scan. In addition, the weather alert and auto scan function is available for standby convenience. These functions can be activated simultaneously, depending on the settings in SET mode. (pgs.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 15 (1,1) New2001 SCAN OPERATION 6 ■ Setting tag channels ■ Starting a scan For more efficient scanning, add desired channels as tag channels or clear tag channels for unwanted channels. Non-tag channels will be skipped during scanning. Tag channels can be assigned to each channel group (USA, INT, CAN) independently. Set the weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer and auto scan function in advance, using SET mode. (pgs.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 16 (1,1) New2001 7 SET MODE ■ SET mode programming D SET mode operation SET mode is used to change the condition of 12 transceiver functions: beep tone function, weather alert function, priority scan function, scan resume timer, auto scan function, dual/triwatch function, monitor switch action, automatic backlighting, LCD contrast selection, auto power save function, self check function and battery voltage indicator. q Turn power OFF.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 17 (1,1) New2001 SET MODE 7 ■ SET mode items D Beep tone function “bP” D Weather alert function “AL” You can select silent operation by turning the beep tones OFF, or you can have 2 types of confirmation beeps sound at the push of a switch. When ON is selected, a fixed beep (Pi) sounds, and when US is selected, the preset beeps (e.g. do, re, mi) sound. An NOAA broadcast station transmits a weather alert tone before any important weather announcements.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 18 (1,1) New2001 7 SET MODE D Scan resume timer “St” D Dual/Tri-watch function “dt” The scan resume timer can be set as a pause (OFF) or timer scan (ON). When OFF is selected, the scan pauses until a received signal disappears. When ON is selected, the scan pauses for 5 sec. after receiving a signal and then resumes even if the signal has been received. This item selects dual or tri-watch as desired. See p. 13 for details.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 19 (1,1) New2001 SET MODE 7 D Automatic backlighting “bL” D Auto power save function “PS” This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The automatic backlighting turns the backlighting ON when any key except for [PTT] is pushed. The auto power save function reduces current drain by deactivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. • The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity. • ON : The power save function is turned ON.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 20 (1,1) New2001 7 SET MODE D Self check function “SC” D Battery voltage indicator “bt” The self check function checks transceiver conditions by itself, and informs you in case a problem is found. The following items are checked after the power is turned ON, then it switches to operation mode. This function contains display or non-display settings of the voltage of the connected battery pack when the power is ON.
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!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 22 (1,1) New2001 8 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Battery charging ■ Battery cautions Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the Ni-Cd batteries must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. NEVER incinerate used Ni-Cd batteries. Internal battery gas may cause an explosion. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it OFF while charging.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 23 (1,1) New2001 BATTERY CHARGING ï Charging connections q Attach the BC-150 to a flat surface, such as desk or cabin, etc., if desired. w Connect the AC adapter (BC-147A/E or BM-95V) as shown below. e Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the charger. • The charge indicator lights green. r Charge the battery pack approx. 8 hours, depending on the remaining power condition. DO NOT charge BP-224 more than 12 hours. Otherwise, BP-224 will be damaged.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 24 (1,1) New2001 8 BATTERY CHARGING ■ Optional battery chargers ï AD-103 installation Install the AD-103 desktop charger adapter into the holder space of the BC-119N/121N. w q Screws supplied with the charger adapter Desktop charger adapter Connectors Plugs 24 Connect the plugs of the BC-119N/121N to the AD-103 desktop charger adapter with the connector, then install the adapter into the charger with the supplied screws.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 25 (1,1) New2001 BATTERY CHARGING 8 ï Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-103 ï Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-103 The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of battery packs. The following are additionally required. • AD-103 charger adapter • An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending on version). The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be charged simultaneously. The following are additionally required.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 26 (1,1) New2001 New2001 9 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The transceiver does • The battery is exhausted. not turn ON. • Bad connection to the battery pack. • Recharge the battery pack. • Check the connection to the transceiver. p. 22 p. 3 No sound from speaker. • Squelch level is too deep. • Volume level is too low. • Speaker has been exposed to water. • Set squelch to the threshold point. • Set [+]/[–] to a suitable level.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 27 (1,1) New2001 10 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) Channel number Frequency (MHz) USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive USA INT CAN Transmit Receive 01 01 01A 156.050 160.650 19A 156.050 156.050 20 20A 02 02 156.100 160.700 03 03 156.150 160.750 03A 156.150 156.150 04A 156.200 156.200 05 05A 06 21 157.000 157.
!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 28 (1,1) New2001 New2001 11 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ■ Specifications ■ Options • GENERAL D BATTERY CASE AND PACK • BP-223 BATTERY CASE Battery case for 6 × AA (R6) alkaline cells. The same as supplied with the transceiver depending on versions. • BP-224 Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK 7.2 V/750 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack. The same as supplied with the transceiver depending on versions. Frequency coverage : Transmit 156.025–157.425 MHz Receive 156.050–163.
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!IC-M32.qxd 03.7.31 4:57 PM Page 30 (1,1) New2001 A-6297?-1EX Printed in Japan © 2003 Icom Inc.