INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

iM87
 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY RECOMMENDATION
If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH
the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on Channel 16. WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before opera-
tion. Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and con-
❍ USING CHANNEL 16 trollers may become unusable due to salt crystallization.

NOTE: DO NOT wash the transceiver in water if there is any

DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE reason to suspect the waterproofing may not be effective. For
example, in cases where the battery pack rubber seal is dam-
1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.” aged, the transceiver/battery pack is cracked or broken, or
has been dropped, or when the battery pack is detached from
2. “THIS IS ...........................” (name of vessel) the transceiver.
3. Your call sign or other indication of the ves-
sel.
4. “LOCATED AT .....................” (your position)
5. The nature of the distress and assistance re-
quired.
6. Any other information which might facilitate
the rescue.

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FOREWORD FEATURES
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M87 VHF ☞ 22 free channels for PMR use
MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state The IC-M87 has 22 free channels reserved for PMR use
of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this (146–174MHz). Wide/narrow channel spacing is program-
product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. mable for each channel, and CTCSS and DTCS signaling
is included.
*Appropriate license will be required.
IMPORTANT ☞ Tough waterproof construction
The IC-M87 is built tough to withstand hazardous and un-
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com- hospitable environments at sea and on land. Even if the
pletely before using the transceiver. IC-M87 is dropped into water, it’s waterproofing* will pro-
tect it from harm. The compact and durable body meets
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This in-
the military specifications (MIL-STD).
struction manual contains important operating instructions for * Equivalent to JIS waterproof grade 7 or IPX7 of the corre-
the IC-M87. sponding International Standard IEC 529 (1989). (1m depth for
30 minutes)

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ☞ Simple operation

6 clearly labelled buttons on the front panel and the vol-
WORD DEFINITION ume/power knob maximize simplicity of operation. Even
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock when wearing gloves, the large buttons are easy to oper-
RWARNING may occur.
ate. A large, clear LCD with backlighting and backlit but-
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. tons make night time operation simple.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
NOTE of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
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PRECAUTION
RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an BE CAREFUL! The IC-M87 employs waterproof con-
AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric struction, which corresponds to JIS waterproof specification,
shock. Grade 7 (1 m depth for 30 min.). However, once the trans-
ceiver has been dropped, waterproofing cannot be guaran-
RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the teed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or
antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the
the waterproof seal damaged, etc.
body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm MAKE SURE the flexible antenna and battery pack are
away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. securely attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna and
battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source other
of the transceiver to water will result in serious damage to the
than the BP-226 or BP-227. Such a connection will ruin the
transceiver.
transceiver.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –15°C or above +55°C: Ma-
rine, below –25°C or above +55°C: PMR.
KEEP the transceiver out of the reach of children.
KEEP the transceiver at least 0.9 meter away from your
vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.

Icom, Icom Inc. and are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated

(Japan) in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia
and/or other countries.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ................................................ i 6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH .......................................... 15
RECOMMENDATION ........................................................... i ■ Description ................................................................ 15
FOREWORD ....................................................................... ii ■ Operation .................................................................. 15
IMPORTANT ........................................................................ ii 7 LAND (PMR) CHANNEL OPERATION ....................... 16
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..................................................... ii ■ LAND (PMR) Channel Group .................................... 16
FEATURES .......................................................................... ii ■ Function display......................................................... 16
PRECAUTION .................................................................... iii 8 SET MODE ............................................................. 17–21
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................... iv ■ SET mode programming ........................................... 17
1 OPERATING RULES ..................................................... 1 ■ SET mode items ....................................................... 18
2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ... 2–3 9 BATTERY CHARGING .......................................... 22–26
3 PANEL DESCRIPTION .............................................. 4–7 ■ Battery charging ........................................................ 22
■ Front, top and side panels ........................................... 4 ■ Cautions .................................................................... 22
■ Function display .......................................................... 6 ■ Optional BP-226 battery case ................................... 24
4 BASIC OPERATION ................................................ 8–12 ■ AD-100 installation .................................................... 25
■ Channel selection ....................................................... 8 ■ Optional battery chargers ......................................... 26
■ Receiving and transmitting ....................................... 10 10 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE .......................................... 27
■ Adjusting the squelch level ........................................ 11 ■ HM-138 Description .................................................. 27
■ Automatic backlighting .............................................. 11 ■ Attachments .............................................................. 27
■ Lock function ............................................................. 11 11 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 28
■ Call channel programming ........................................ 12 12 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST .................................... 29
5 SCAN OPERATION ............................................... 13–14 13 SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................30
■ Scan types ................................................................ 13 14 OPTIONS .......................................................................31
■ Setting tag channels ................................................. 14 15 QUICK REFERENCE.....................................................32
■ Starting a scan .......................................................... 14
16 CE ..................................................................................34

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1 OPERATING RULES

D Priorities (2) OPERATOR’S LICENSE

• Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license
keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio
take priority over all others. is not required for safety purposes.

• You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be
on another channel. posted near the transceiver or be kept with the operator. Only
a licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver.
• False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law.
However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a transceiver
if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call and
D Privacy makes the necessary log entries.
• Information overheard but not intended for you cannot law-
fully be used in any way. A current copy of the applicable government rules and regu-
lations is only required to be on hand for vessels in which a
• Indecent or profane language is prohibited. radio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are not
required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be
thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regulations.
D Radio licenses
(1) SHIP STATION LICENSE
When your craft is equipped with a VHF FM transceiver, you
must have a current radio station license before using the
transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not
licensed.

Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government

agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license. This license in-
cludes the call sign which is your craft’s identification for radio
purposes.

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SUPPLIED ACCESSARIES AND ATTACHMENTS 2

D Supplied accessories w Clip the belt clip to a part of your belt and insert the stopper to the
The following accessories are supplied: Qty. belt clip.
• Swivel belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
• Stopper for the swivel belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
• Screws for the swivel belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
• Flexible antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
• Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
• Battery pack (BP-227) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
• AC adapter (BC-147E)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
• Battery charger (BC-152) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
*Not supplied with some version

D Swivel belt clip

To attach:
q Attach the stopper to the back of the transceiver.
e Once the transceiver is locked in place, it will swivel 360 degrees.

Supplied screws
Stopper

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2 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

To remove: D Flexible antenna

Turn the transceiver upside down, and then lift up to re- Connect the supplied flexible an-
lease the transceiver from the belt clip. tenna to the antenna connector.
CAUTION: Transmitting with-
out an antenna may damage
the transceiver.
NEVER HOLD by the antenna
when carrying the transceiver.

D Handstrap
Slide the handstrap through
the loop on the side of the
transceiver as illustrated at
right. Facilitates carrying.

R CAUTION!
HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN ATTACHING
OR REMOVING THE TRANSCEIVER FROM THE BELT
CLIP.
If the transceiver is accidentally dropped and the swivel belt
clip’s stopper is scratched or damaged, the swivel belt clip
may not work properly.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 3
■ Front, top and side panels q VOLUME CONTROL [VOL]
Turns power ON and adjusts the audio level.
w ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 3)
Connects the supplied antenna.
e SPEAKER-MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [SP MIC] (p. 27)
q Connects the optional speaker-microphone.

[SP MIC] jack cover

w
NOTE: KEEP the [SP MIC] jack cover
attached to the transceiver when the
speaker-microphone is not in use.

!0 e
r SCAN [SCN•DUAL]
• Starts and stops normal or priority scan. (p. 14)
o • Enters Watch mode when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 15)
t TRANSMIT POWER/LOCK SWITCH [H/L•LOCK]
• Selects high, middle (except for the German version) or
low power when pushed. (p. 10)
i
• Toggles the lock function ON/OFF when pushed for 1
r sec. (p. 11)
y CHANNEL 16 SWITCH [16•C]
u t • Selects Channel 16 when pushed. (p. 8)
• Selects the call channel when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 8)
y • Enters call channel write mode when the call channel is
selected and this switch is pushed for 3 sec. (p. 12)

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3 PANEL DESCRIPTION

u CHANNEL UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y]/[Z] ï BATTERY PACK RELEASE BUTTON

• Select an operating channel. (p. 9) To release the battery pack:
• Selects the SET mode condition of item. (p. 17) Push the battery release button in the direction of the arrow
• Checks tag channels or changes scanning direction dur- (q) as shown below. The battery pack is then released.
ing scan. (p. 14)
• Sets and clears the displayed channel as a tag (scanned) To attach the battery pack:
channel when pushed both switches for 1 sec. Slide the battery pack on the back of the transceiver in the di-
• While turning power ON, clears all tag channels in the se- rection of the arrow (w), then lock it with the battery release
lected channel group when both switches are pushed. button.
*Slide the battery pack until the battery release button makes a ‘click’
i DIAL/CHANNEL GROUP SWITCH [DIAL]
sound.
• Selects one of 3 regular channels in sequence when
pushed for 1 sec. (pgs. 8, 9, 16)
Battery pack
- International, USA (or ATIS*) and LAND (PMR) channels are
available. *German version only
• Push to return to the condition before selecting the chan- w
nel when the priority channel or the call channel is se-
lected.
o SQUELCH SWITCH [SQL] (p. 11)
• Push this switch, then set the squelch level with [Y]/[Z].
• Manually opens the squelch for channel monitoring while
pushed and held. q
• While pushing this switch, turn the power ON to enter the
set mode. Battery release button
!0 PTT SWITCH [PTT]
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
CAUTION!: When pushing the battery release button,
slide the battery pack slightly in the direction of the arrow
(w) to ease release. This will prevent possible injuring to
your fingers or nails
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 3

■ Function display 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.
q w e r t y u
e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 14)
Appears when a tag channel is selected.

!4 r SCAN INDICATOR (p. 14)

i Blinks while scanning.
!3 o
t LOCK INDICATOR (p. 11)
!2 Appears while the lock function is activated.

y NARROW INDICATOR (p. 16)

!1 !0 Appears when narrow channel spacing is selected.
*LAND (PMR) channel group only.

u BATTERY INDICATOR
Indicates remaining battery power.
Indication
Charging
Battery level Full Middle Discharged
required

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3 PANEL DESCRIPTION

i DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH INDICATORS (p. 15) !4 TRANSMIT POWER INDICATOR (p. 10)

“DUAL” appears during dualwatch; “TRI” appears during • “LOW” appears when low power is selected.
tri-watch. • “MID” appears when middle power is selected. (Except
for the German version)
o DUPLEX INDICATOR • No indication when high power is selected.
Appears when a duplex channel is selected.

!0 SUB CHANNEL READOUT

• Indicates Channel 16 during priority scan, dualwatch or
tri-watch. (p. 15)
• Indicates the SET mode item while in SET mode.

!1 CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT

• Indicates the selected operating channel number.
• In SET mode, indicates the selected condition.

!2 CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 8)

Appears when the call channel is selected.

!3 CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR (pgs. 9, 16)

“I” appears when International; “U” appears when U.S.A.
(U.K. version only); “ ” appears when LAND (PMR)
channel group is selected. “ATIS” appears when the chan-
nel group in which ATIS function is activated. (German ver-
sion only)

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BASIC OPERATION 4
■ Channel selection
D Channel 16 D Call channel
Channel 16 (Distress channel) is used for establishing initial Each regular channel group has a separate call channel. In
contact with another station and for emergency communica- addition, each call channel is monitored during tri-watch. The
tions. Channel 16 is automatically monitored during both du- call channels can be reprogrammed and are used to store
alwatch and tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor your most often used channels in each channel group for
Channel 16. quick recall.

q Push [16•C] to select Channel 16. q Push [16•C] for 1 sec. to select the call channel in the se-
w Push [DIAL] to return to the condition before selecting lected channel group.
Channel 16, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating chan- • “CALL” and the call channel number appear.
nel. • Each channel group may have its own call channel after pro-
gramming a call channel. See the “Call channel programming”
C
on p. 12 for details.
w Push [DIAL] to return to the condition before selecting the
Push call channel, or push [Y]/[Z] to select the operating chan-
nel.

Push

for 1 sec.
Channel 16 is the default setting.
(depending on version)

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4 BASIC OPERATION

D International, U.S.A and ATIS* channels

There are 57 International, 58 U.S.A. and 57 ATIS* channels.
These channel groups may be specified for the operating
area.

q Push [DIAL] to select a regular channel.

w Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel.
• “DUP” appears for duplex channels.
e To change the channel group, push [DIAL] for 1 sec.
• International, U.S.A. and ATIS* channels can be selected in se-
quence. Depending on the setting, LAND (PMR) channel can be
selected. See the “LAND (PMR) CHANNEL OPERATION” on p.
16 for details.

Push International channels Push

for 1 sec. for 1 sec.

U.S.A channels ATIS channels*

* German version only

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BASIC OPERATION 4

■ Receiving and transmitting IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your transmit-

ted signal, pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold the
microphone 5 to 10 cm from your mouth and speak at a
CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may normal voice level.
damage the transceiver.
NOTE: The transceiver has a power save function to con-
q Rotate [VOL] clockwise to turn power ON. serve the battery power and it cannot be turned OFF. The
w Use the squelch function to mute any audio noise if power save function activates automatically when no sig-
necessary. After pushing the [SQL] for 1 sec., the squelch nal is received for 5 sec.
function is cut off until [SQL] is released. (default)
e Push [SQL] for 1 sec. (see the SET mode on p. 19), and
rotate [VOL] to set the audio output level.
r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel.
- When receiving a signal, “ ” appears and audio is emitted
from the speaker. y Push and
- Further adjustment of [VOL] may be necessary at this point. hold to q Power ON
t Push [H/L•LOCK] to select the output power if necessary. transmit
- “LOW” appears when low power is selected; “MID” appears e Set volume
when middle power is selected (except for the German version); u Release to
no indication when high power is selected. receive
- Choose low power to conserve battery power, choose high
power for longer distance communications.
- Some channels are for low power only. w Opening the
y Push and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the squelch
microphone.
- “TX” appears.
- Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission (for GMDSS use).
u Release [PTT] to receive.
r Set channel t Set output
power

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4 BASIC OPERATION

■ Adjusting the squelch level ■ Lock function

The IC-M87 has a squelch even though there is no control knob This function electronically locks all keys (except for [PTT],
for it. In order to receive signals properly, as well as for the scan [SQL] and [H/L•LOCK]) to prevent accidental channel changes
to function effectively, the squelch must be adjusted to the and function access.
proper level. ➥ Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and
q Push [SQL], then adjust the squelch level with [Y]/[Z]. OFF.
- “SL” indicator appears.
- There are 11 squelch levels to choose from: OP is completely
open; 10 is the tight squelch level.
Appears while the
- When no key is pushed for 5 sec., the transceiver returns to nor-
mal condition.
lock function is used.
w Push [SQL] again to return to normal condition.

■ Automatic backlighting
This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto-
matic backlighting can be activated in SET mode. (p. 19)
➥ Push any key except for [PTT] to turn the backlighting ON.
• The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of in-
activity.

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BASIC OPERATION 4

■ Call channel programming

The call channel key is used to select the default channel, t Push [16•C] to program the dis-
however, you can program your most often-used channel in played channel as the call chan-
each channel group for quick recall. nel.
• The call channel number stop
q Push [DIAL] for 1 sec. several flashing.
times to select the desired chan-
nel group (INT, USA) to be pro-
grammed.

w Push [16•C] for 1 sec. to select

the call channel.
• “CALL” and call channel number
appear.

e Push [16•C] again for 3 sec.

(until a long beep changes to 2
short beeps) to enter call chan-
nel programming condition.
• Call channel number to be pro-
grammed flashes.

r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the de-

sired channel.

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5 SCAN OPERATION

■ Scan types
Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a Set the tag channels (scanned channel) before scanning.
wide frequency range. The transceiver has priority scan and Clear the tag channels which inconveniently stop scanning,
normal scan. such as digital communications.

In addition, an auto scan function is available for standby con- Choose priority or normal scan in SET mode. (p. 18)
venience. (p. 18)

PRIORITY SCAN NORMAL SCAN

CH 01 CH 02 CH 01 CH 02

CH 88 CH 16 CH 03 CH 88 CH 03

CH 05 CH 04 CH 05 CH 04

Priority scan searches through all tag channels in se- Normal scan, like priority scan, searches through all tag
quence while monitoring Channel 16. When a signal is de- channels in sequence. However, unlike priority scan, Chan-
tected on Channel 16, scan pauses until the signal disap- nel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a tag
pears; when a signal is detected on a channel other than channel.
Channel 16, scan becomes dualwatch until the signal dis-
appears.

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SCAN OPERATION 5

■ Setting tag channels ■ Starting a scan

For more efficient scanning, add desired channels as tag Set the priority scan function, scan resume timer and auto
channels or clear tag channels for unwanted channels. Non- scan function in advance, using SET mode. (p. 18)
tag channels will be skipped during scanning. Tag channels
q Select the desired channel group (INT, USA) by pushing
can be assigned to each channel group (INT, USA) indepen-
[DIAL] for 1 sec., if desired.
dently.
w Push [SCN•DUAL] to start priority or normal scan.
q Select the desired channel group (INT, USA) by pushing • “SCAN” blinks in the function display.
[DIAL] for 1 sec., if desired. • “16” appears during priority scan.
w Select the desired channel to set as a tag channel. • When a signal is received, scan pauses until the signal disap-
e Push both [Y] and [Z] for 1 sec. to set the displayed chan- pears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. according to SET mode
nel as a tag channel. setting. (Channel 16 is still monitored during priority scan.)
• “TAG” appears in the function display. • Push [Y]/[Z] to check the scanning tag channels, to change the
r To cancel the tag channel setting, push both [Y] and [Z] scanning direction or resume the scan manually.
for 1 sec. e To stop the scan, push [SCN•DUAL].
• “TAG” disappears. • “SCAN” disappears.
• Pushing [PTT], [16•C] or [DIAL] also stops the scan.
• Clearing all tag channels in the selected channel group
While pushing and holding both [Y] and [Z], turn power ON
to clear all tag channels in the channel group.

[Example]: Starting a normal scan.

Scan pauses when receiving
Push Scan starts. a signal and audio is emitted. Push
DUAL DUAL

to stop the scan.

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6 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH

■ Description ■ Operation
Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving an- q Select the desired operating channel.
other channel; tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the call w Push [SCN•DUAL] to start dualwatch or tri-watch (depend-
channel while receiving another channel. ing on SET mode setting).
• “DUAL” blinks during dualwatch; “TRI” blinks during tri-watch.
• A beep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16.
DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION
• Tri-watch becomes dualwatch when receiving a signal on the call
channel.
Call channel e To cancel dualwatch/tri-watch, push [SCN•DUAL] again.

[Example]: Operating tri-watch on INT channel 07.

Push for 1 sec. Tri-watch starts.

DUAL

Dualwatch Tri-watch
Signal is received
on call channel.
• If a signal is received on Channel 16, dualwatch/tri-watch pauses
on Channel 16 until the signal disappears.
• If a signal is received on the call channel during tri-watch, tri- Signal received on
watch becomes dualwatch until the signal disappears. Channel 16 takes
priority.
• To transmit on the selected channel during dualwatch/tri-watch,
push and hold [PTT].
Tri-watch resumes
• If no signal is received, the transceiver enters the power saving
after the signal
condition for 0.5 sec. after checking the operating channel every disappears.
cycle.

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LAND (PMR) CHANNEL OPERATION 7

■ LAND (PMR) Channel Group ■ Function display
A max. of 22 free LAND mobile channels (allocated 146.000 When Narrow, DTCS or CTCSS is set, the display shows the
to 174.000 MHz) can be programmed into the LAND channel indications as below.
group for simple communication with PMR transceivers in the
VHF band. Appears when Narrow chan-
Moreover, any of the marine channels in the INT and USA nel spacing is set.
channel groups can be programmed.
The default setting of the LAND channel group is the same
as that of the INT channel group. Ask your local Icom dealer
for the LAND channel group setting and PMR frequency pro-
gramming details.

q Push [DIAL] to select a regular channel.

w To change the channel group, push [DIAL] for 1 sec. sev- Appears when DTCS is set.
eral times.
•“ ” appears when LAND (PMR) channel group is selected.
e Push [Y]/[Z] to select a channel.
• “DUP” appears for duplex channels.

Push Appears when CTCSS set.

NOTE: The basic settings (e.g. call channel programming)

are same as the International and U.S.A. channels. Refer
to the appropriate pages for details.

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8 SET MODE

■ SET mode programming

SET mode is used to change the condition of 11 transceiver D SET mode operation
functions: beep tone function, priority scan function, scan re- q Turn power OFF.
sume timer, auto scan function, dual/tri-watch function, moni- w While pushing [SQL], turn power ON to enter SET mode.
tor switch action, automatic backlighting, LCD contrast selec- • “bp” appears.
tion, auto power save function, self check function and battery e Push [SQL] to select the desired item, if necessary.
voltage indicator. r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired condition of the item.
t To exit SET mode, push [16•C].

• SET MODE CONTENTS The displays show the default settings, and the item initial is displayed in the dotted circle.

Starting item

Push [SQL]

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SET MODE 8

■ SET mode items D Scan resume timer “St”

The scan resume timer can be set as a pause (OFF) or timer
D Beep tone function “bP” scan (ON). When OFF is selected, the scan pauses until a
You can select silent operation by turning the beep tones received signal disappears. When ON is selected, the scan
OFF, or you can have 2 types of confirmation beeps sound at pauses for 5 sec. after receiving a signal and then resumes
the push of a switch. When ON is selected, a fixed beep (Pi) even if the signal has been received.
sounds and when US is selected, the preset beeps (e.g. do,
re, mi) sound.
PUSH

PUSH
Scan resume timer OFF Scan resume timer ON
Beep tone ON (default) User Beep (default)

D Priority scan function “Pr” D Auto scan function “AS”

The transceiver has 2 scan types—normal and priority scans. The Auto scan function starts the desired scan automatically
Normal scan searches all tag channels in the selected chan- when no signal is received, or no operation is performed for
nel group. Priority scan searches all tag channels in se- 30 sec.
quence while monitoring Channel 16.

PUSH
PUSH

Auto scan OFF (default) Auto scan ON

Normal scan (default) Priority scan

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8 SET MODE

D Dual/Tri-watch function “dt” D Automatic backlighting “bL”

This item selects dual or tri-watch as desired. See p. 14 for This function is convenient for nighttime operation. The auto-
details. matic backlighting can be adjusted from OFF, 1 (dark)–3
(bright); 3 (default). Select 1–3 to turn this function ON.
• The automatic backlighting turns the backlighting ON when any key
PUSH except for [PTT] is pushed.
• The backlighting is automatically turned OFF after 5 sec. of inactivity.

Dualwatch function Tri-watch function

(default)
PUSH

D Monitor switch action “Sq”

The monitor switch action cuts off the squelch function tem- Automatic backlighting Automatic backlighting
porarily. This switch action contains PUSH (Pu) or HOLD (Ho) (default) OFF
settings as shown below.
• Pu (PUSH): After pushing the [SQL] for 1 sec., the squelch opens D LCD contrast selection “LC”
and emits audio while pushing and holding [SQL]. (default) The contrast of the LCD can be adjusted from 4 levels.
• Ho (HOLD): After pushing the [SQL] for 1 sec., the squelch opens • 1 (bright)–4 (dark); 3 (default)
and emits audio even [SQL] is released. To close the squelch, push
any key.
PUSH

PUSH
LCD contrast 3 (default) LCD contrast 1
Monitor action PUSH Monitor action Hold
(default)

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SET MODE 8

D Auto power save function “PS” D Self check function “SC”

The auto power save function reduces current drain by deac- The self check function checks transceiver conditions by it-
tivating the receiver circuit for preset intervals. self, and informs you in case a problem is found. The follow-
ing items are checked after the power is turned ON, then it
switches to operation mode.
PUSH • Temperature : Outside of –35°C to +73°C (approx.)
• Connected battery voltage
• Water intrusion
Auto power save ON Auto power save OFF
(default)

PUSH

Self check OFF (default) Self check ON

When error messages as shown below are displayed, see

trouble shooting for advice (p. 28).

Temperature error Battery voltage error Water intrusion error

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8 SET MODE

D Battery voltage indicator “bt”

SET MODE LIST
This function contains display or non-display settings of the
voltage of the connected battery pack when the power is ON. Function Indication Switch
• The voltage of the connected battery pack is displayed for 2 sec.
after power is turned ON. Beep tone function "bP" OFF / ON* / US

Priority scan function "Pr" OFF* / ON

PUSH
Scan resume timer "St" OFF* / ON

Battery voltage OFF Battery voltage ON Auto scan function "AS" OFF* / ON
(default)
Dual/Tri-watch function "dt" Dual* / Tri

Monitor switch action "Sq" Push* / Hold

Automatic backlighting "bL" OFF / 1 / 2 / 3*

LCD contrast selection "LC" 1 / 2 / 3* / 4

Auto power save function "PS" OFF / ON*

Self check function "SC" OFF* / ON

Battery voltage indicator "bt" OFF* / ON

* default setting

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BATTERY CHARGING 9
■ Battery charging ■ Cautions
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. may cause an explosion.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it OFF NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack
while charging. becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry immediately (particularly
the battery terminals) BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver.
• Recommended temperature range for charging: Otherwise, the terminals will become corroded, or cause con-
+10°C to +40°C nection failure, etc.
- The Li-Ion battery is functioning within –20°C to +60°C
NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack. Also, current
• Use the specified chargers (BC-119N, BC-121N and BC-
may flow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace, etc.
152). NEVER use another manufacturer’s charger.
Therefore, be careful when carrying with, or placing near
• Use the supplied AC adapter (BC-147E) for BC-152.
metal objects, carrying in handbags, etc.
NEVER use another manufacturer’s AC adapter.
AVOID leaving the battery pack in a fully charged, or com-
pletely discharged condition for long time. It causes shorter
battery life. In case of leaving the battery pack unused for a
long time, it must be kept safely after discharge, or use the
battery until the battery indicator shows the middle level, then
remove it from the transceiver.
Recommendation: If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after
Charge the supplied battery pack for a maximum of being charged, fully charge the battery pack again. If the bat-
up to 10 hours. Li-Ion batteries are different from Ni- tery pack still does not retain a charge (or very little), a new
Cd batteries in that it is not necessary to completely battery pack must be purchased.
charge and discharge them to prolong the battery life.
Therefore, charging the battery in intervals, and not
for extended periods is recommended.
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 9 BATTERY CHARGING

ï Charging connections
q Attach the BC-152 to a flat surface, such as desk or cabin, • For your convenience:
if desired.
w Connect the AC adapter (BC-147E) 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. 9–10 hours, depending
on the remaining power condition. Eyelet:
Turn power OFF Transceiver USE a rubber band
to secure the trans-
Battery pack
Ensure sides of the ceiver, if desired.
battery pack are cor-
rectly aligned with
Charge indica- the charger groves.
tor lights green
when a battery
pack (with/with-
out IC-M87) is
inserted.

Supplied screws

BC-152

AC adapter

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BATTERY CHARGING 9

■ Optional BP-226 battery case Fig.1 BP-226 Latch

q
When using the optional battery case attached to the trans-
ceiver, install 5 × AA (R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated
at right. The IC-M87 meets JIS waterproof specification grade
7. However, the BP-226 meets JIS waterproof specification
grade 4. w e

q Hook your finger under the latch, and open the cover in the
direction of the arrow (q). (Fig.1)
w Then, install 5 × AA (R6) size alkaline batteries. (Fig.2)
• Install the alkaline batteries only.
Fig.2
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
Ribbon
• Do not pin the ribbon under the batteries.
e Close the cover with fitting in the direction of the arrow (w)
first, then firm the latch in place (e). (Fig.1)
• Be sure to the gasket and the ribbon are set correctly,
and do not protrude out of the battery case. (Fig.3)

CAUTION:
• When installing batteries, make sure they are all the
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and
old batteries together. Fig.3
• Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean
battery terminals once a week. Gasket

Ribbon

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9 BATTERY CHARGING

■ AD-100 installation
Install the AD-100 desktop charger adapter into the holder Connect the plugs of the BC-119N/121N to the AD-100 desk-
space of the BC-119N/121N. top charger adapter with the connector, then install the
adapter into the charger with the supplied screws.

q w

Desktop charger adapter Screws supplied with

the charger adapter

Connectors

Plugs

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 BATTERY CHARGING 9

■ Optional battery chargers

D Rapid charging with the BC-119N+AD-100 D Rapid charging with the BC-121N+AD-100
The optional BC-119N provides rapid charging of battery The optional BC-121N allows up to 6 battery packs to be
packs. The following are additionally required. charged simultaneously. The following are additionally re-
• AD-100 charger adapter quired.
• An AC adapter (may be supplied with BC-119N depending • Six AD-100 charger adapters
on version). • An AC adapter (BC-157) or the DC power cable OPC-656,
supplied with the BC-121N.
Turn power OFF Transceiver
Turn power OFF
Transceiver
Battery pack
Battery pack

AC adapter AC adapter
(Not supplied with (purchased AD-100 charger
some versions.) separately) adapters are installed
in each slot.

AD-100 charger
adapter is instal-
led in BC-119N.

ER
HARG
OPC-515L or MUL
TI-C

CP-17L
Optional OPC-515L (for 13.8 V
power source) or CP-17L (for
12 V cigarette lighter socket) DC power cable (supplied with the BC-121N)
can be used instead of the AC Connect with the DC power supply;
adapter. 13.8 V/7 A minimum
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10 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE

■ HM-138 Description ■ Attachments

Insert the connector of the speaker-microphone into the
[SP MIC] connector on the transceiver and tighten the screw.

Alligator type clip

To attach the speaker-mic. Detaching:
to your shirt or collar, etc. Unscrew (q),
w
then detach the
q jack cover (w).
PTT switch
Transmits during push
Receives during release
Attaching:
Attach the jack
e
cover (e), th-
Microphone en tighten the
screw (r).
r

Speaker
CAUTION: Attach the speaker-microphone s
connector securely to prevent accidental
NEVER immerse the connector in water. If the connector be- dropping, or water intrusion in the connector.
comes wet, be sure to dry it BEFORE attaching it to the trans-
ceiver. IMPORTANT: KEEP the [SP MIC] jack cover attached
(transceiver) when the speaker-microphone is not in use
NOTE: The microphone is located at the top of the as illustrated above. Water will not get into the transceiver
speaker-microphone, as shown in the diagram above. To even if the cover is not attached, however, the terminals
maximize the readability of your transmitted signal (voice), (pins) will become rusty, or the transceiver will function ab-
hold the microphone approx. 5 to 10 cm from your mouth, normally if the connector becomes wet.
and speak in a normal voice level.
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TROUBLESHOOTING 11
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION. REF.
The transceiver does • The battery is exhausted. • Recharge the battery pack. p. 22
not turn ON. • Bad connection to the battery pack. • Check the connection to the transceiver. p. 5
No sound from speaker. • Squelch level is too deep. • Set squelch to the threshold point. p. 11
• Volume level is too low. • Set [VOL] to a suitable level. p. 10
• Speaker has been exposed to water. • Drain water from the speaker. —
Transmitting is impossi- • Some channels are for low power or re- • Change channels. pgs. 8,
ble, or high power can ceive only. 9, 29
not be selected. • The battery is exhausted. • Recharge the battery pack. p. 22
• The output power is set to low. • Push [H/L•LOCK] to select high power. p. 10

The displayed channel • Lock function is activated. • Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. to cancel the p. 11
cannot be changed. function.
Scan does not start. • “TAG” channels are not programmed. • Set the desired channels as “TAG” channels. p. 14
No beeps. • Beep tones are turned OFF. • Set the beep tones to ON (Fix Beep/User p. 18
Beep) in SET mode.
Self check error. • The temperature is outside of –35°C to • Leave the transceiver at room temperature —
(Temperature) +73°C (approx.) for a while. Turn the power ON to check if the
internal temperature has returned to normal.
Self check error. • The connected battery pack’s voltage is • Verify the battery voltage is correct. —
(Battery voltage) more than 8.8 V.
Self check error. • Water has entered the transceiver. • Have the transceiver checked at your local —
(Water intrusion) distributor or dealer to see whether the trans-
ceiver works properly or not.

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12 VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST

International channels
Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz)
CH CH CH CH CH CH
Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive
01 156.050 160.650 11 156.550 156.550 21 157.050 161.650 62 156.125 160.725 72 156.625 156.625 82 157.125 161.725
02 156.100 160.700 12 156.600 156.600 22 157.100 161.700 63 156.175 160.775 73 156.675 156.675 83 157.175 161.775
03 156.150 160.750 13 156.650 156.650 23 157.150 161.750 64 156.225 160.825 74 156.725 156.725 84 157.225 161.825
04 156.200 160.800 14 156.700 156.700 24 157.200 161.800 65 156.275 160.875 75 156.775 156.775 85 157.275 161.875
05 156.250 160.850 15 156.750 156.750 25 157.250 161.850 66 156.325 160.925 76 156.825 156.825 86 157.325 161.925
06 156.300 156.300 16 156.800 156.800 26 157.300 161.900 67 156.375 156.375 77 156.875 156.875 87 157.375 157.375
07 156.350 160.950 17 156.850 156.850 27 157.350 161.950 68 156.425 156.425 78 156.925 161.525 88 157.425 157.425
08 156.400 156.400 18 156.900 161.500 28 157.400 162.000 69 156.475 156.475 79 156.975 161.575
09 156.450 156.450 19 156.950 161.550 60 156.025 160.625 70 Rx only 156.525 80 157.025 161.625
10 156.500 156.500 20 157.000 161.600 61 156.075 160.675 71 156.575 156.575 81 157.075 161.675

USA channels (for U.K. version only)

Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz)
CH CH CH CH CH CH
Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive
01A 156.050 156.050 12 156.600 156.600 22A 157.100 157.100 64A 156.225 156.225 77 156.875 156.875 86 157.325 161.925
-- --- --- 13 156.650 156.650 23A 157.150 157.150 65A 156.275 156.275 78A 156.925 156.925 86A 157.325 157.325
03A 156.150 156.150 14 156.700 156.700 24 157.200 161.800 66A 156.325 156.325 79A 156.975 156.975 87 157.375 161.975
-- --- --- 15 156.750 156.750 25 157.250 161.850 67 156.375 156.375 80A 157.025 157.025 87A 157.375 157.375
05A 156.250 156.250 16 156.800 156.800 26 157.300 161.900 68 156.425 156.425 81A 157.075 157.075 88 157.425 162.025
06 156.300 156.300 17 156.850 156.850 27 157.350 161.950 69 156.475 156.475 82A 157.125 157.125 88A 157.425 157.425
07A 156.350 156.350 18A 156.900 156.900 28 157.400 162.000 70 Rx only 156.525 83A 157.175 157.175
08 156.400 156.400 19A 156.950 156.950 37A 157.850 157.850 71 156.575 156.575 84 157.225 161.825
09 156.450 156.450 20 157.000 161.600 61A 156.075 156.075 72 156.625 156.625 84A 157.225 157.225
10 156.500 156.500 20A 157.000 157.000 -- --- --- 73 156.675 156.675 85 157.275 161.875
11 156.550 156.550 21A 157.050 157.050 63A 156.175 156.175 74 156.725 156.725 85A 157.275 157.275
Low power only.
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SPECIFICATIONS 13
GENERAL • Max. frequency deviation
• Frequency coverage Marine : ±5 kHz (Wide)
Marine TX : 156.000–161.450 MHz PMR : ±5 kHz (Wide)
RX : 156.000–163.425 MHz ±4 kHz (Wide) <German ver.>
PMR TX/RX : 146.000–174.000 MHz ±2.5 kHz (Narrow)
• Mode • Audio harmonics distortion : Less than 10% (at 60% mod.)
Marine : 16K0G3E • Spurious emissions : 0.25 µW (below 2GHz)
PMR : 16K0F3E* (Wide)/8K50F3E (Narrow) 1 µW (above 2GHz)
*14K0F3E for German version
• Channel spacing RECEIVER
Marine : ±25 kHz • Receive system : Double-conversion superheterodyne
PMR : ±25 kHz (Wide) • Sensitivity (20 dB SINAD)
±20 kHz (Wide) <German ver.> Marine : –2 dBµ EMF (typical)
±12.5 kHz (Narrow) PMR : –4 dBµ EMF (typical)
• Current drain (at 7.2 V DC) : TX at 5 W 1.6 A typical • Squelch sensitivity : 0 dBµ EMF (typical)
TX at 1 W 0.7 A typical • Intermodulation rejection ratio
Max. audio 200 mA typical Marine : 68 dB
Power save 20 mA typical PMR : 65 dB
• Frequency stability : ±1.5 kHz (–25°C to +55°C) • Spurious response rejection ratio : 70 dB
• Usable temperature range • Adjacent channel selectivity : 70 dB (Wide)
Marine : –15°C to +55°C 60 dB (Narrow; PMR only)
PMR : –25°C to +55°C • Hum and noise ratio : 40 dB (Wide)
• Dimensions : 62 (W) × 97(H) × 39(D) mm 34 dB (Narrow; PMR only)
(Projections not included) • Audio output power
• Weight (approx.; with BP-227) : 280 g Marine : 0.2 W at 10% distortion with an 8 Ω
load
TRANSMITTER PMR : 0.35 W typical at 10% distortion with an
• Output power (at 7.2 V DC) : 5/3/1 W 8 Ω load
*1/0.5 W for German version Marine
operation All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
• Modulation system : Variable reactance frequency modulation

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 14 OPTIONS
• BP-226 BATTERY CASE
Battery case for 5 × AA (R6) alkaline cells.
• BP-227 Li-Ion BATTERY PACK
7.2 V/1700 mAh Li-Ion battery pack. The same as supplied
with the transceiver. BP-227 must be charged with the sup-
plied BC-152 or the optional BC-119N/121N.
• BC-119N DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-100 CHARGER ADAPTER
+ BC-145 AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging of battery packs. An AC adapter is sup-
plied with the charger. Charging time: approx. 2 to 2.5 hours
• BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER + AD-100 CHARGER ADAPTER (6 pcs.)
+ BC-157 AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (six AD-100’s are
required) simultaneously. An AC adapter may be supplied
depending on version. Charging time: approx. 2 to 2.5 hours.
• BC-152 DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-147E AC ADAPTER
Used for regular charging of battery pack. The same as sup-
plied with the transceiver. Charging time: approx. 9–10 hours
• MB-86 SWIVEL BELT CLIP
Swivel type belt clip. The same as supplied with the trans-
ceiver.
• HM-138 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE
Full-sized waterproof (JIS grade 7; 1m/30 min.) speaker-mi-
crophone including alligator type clip to attach to your shirt or
collar, etc.

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e Complete
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32
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Important operating instructions are summed up in this and the following page

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OPERATION GUIDE CHANNEL SELECTION (pgs. 8, 9, 16)

Channel 16 Call channel
iM87 C C

Push Push
■ IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
for 1 sec.
❍ USING CHANNEL 16
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE Call channel programming (p. 12)
International/USA/ATIS* and
1. MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY. q Push [DIAL] for 1 sec. once or sev-
LAND channels
*German version only eral times, to select the desired
2. THIS IS (name of vessel) channel group.
Push
3. Your call sign or other indi- w Push [16•C] for 1 sec. to select the
cation of the vessel. for 1 sec. call channel.

4. LOCATED AT (your position) e Push [16•C] for 3 sec. (until long

beep changes to 2 short beeps)
5. The nature of the distress r Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired
and assistance required. channel.
6. Any other information which t Push [16•C] to program the dis-
might facilitate the rescue. played channel as the call channel.
 ■ SET MODE (pgs. 17—21) ■ LOCK FUNCTION (p. 11)
LOCK
q While pushing Push
[SQL], turn
power ON. for 1 sec. to
turn the lock
w Push [SQL] Refer to pgs. 17—21 for set
function ON
mode item.
again to select and OFF.
an item.
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e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired

condition.
■ TAG CHANNELS (p. 14)
r Push [16•C] to return to regular op-
erating mode. q Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired
channel.
w Push both [Y] and [Z] for 1 sec. to
■ DUAL/TRI-WATCH (p. 15) set the displayed channel as a tag
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q Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired channel.

channel.
w Push [SCN•DUAL] for 1 sec. to
start dualwatch or tri-watch de- ■ SCAN (p.14)
pending on SET mode setting (p. Push [SCN•DUAL] to start/stop scan-
19). ning.
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CE 16
CE Versions of the IC-M87 which display the This warning symbol indicates that this equip-
“CE” symbol on the serial number seal, comply ment operates in non-harmonised frequency
with the essential requirements of the European bands and/or may be subject to licensing condi-
Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Directive tions in the country of use. Be sure to check that
1999/5/EC. you have the correct version of this radio or the
correct programming of this radio, to comply with
national licensing requirement.

DECLARATION
OF CONFORMITY

We Icom Inc. Japan

1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku
Osaka 547-0003, Japan 0560
Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with the
essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Düsseldorf 29th Nov. 2002
Suite measurements have been performed. Place and date of issue

Kind of equipment: VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

Type-designation: iC- m87

PMR: 146 174 MHz 12.5 kHz/ 25 kHz Authorized representative name
146 174 MHz 12.5 kHz/ 20 kHz
Version (where applicable):
This compliance is based on conformity with the following harmonised
standards, specifications or documents:
i) EN 301 178-2 v1.1.1 (2000-8)
ii) EN 60945 1997
iii) EN 60950 August 1992, A11 1997
iv) EN 300 698-2 v1.1.1 (2000-8)
v) EN 301 489-1 v1.2.1 (2000-8) Signature
vi) EN 301 489-5 v1.2.1 (2000-8)
vii) EN 300 086-2 v1.1.1 (March 2001)

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