INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VHF/UHF
ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER

i910H
 IMPORTANT EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL WORD DEFINITION
CAREFULLY before attempting to operate the
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
transceiver. R WARNING
shock may occur.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. This CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
manual contains important safety and operating in- If disregarded, inconvenience only.
structions for the IC-910H. NOTE No risk of personal injury, fire or
electric shock.

PRECAUTIONS
R WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER at-
tach an antenna or internal antenna connector during Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use
transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or by children.
burn.
During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the trans-
R NEVER apply AC to the [DC13.8V] jack on the ceiver without running the vehicle’s engine. When the
transceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or ruin transceiver power is ON and your vehicle’s engine is
the transceiver. OFF, the vehicle’s battery will soon become ex-
hausted.
R NEVER apply more than 16 V DC, such as a 24 V
battery, to the [DC13.8V] jack on the transceiver rear Make sure the transceiver power is OFF before start-
panel. This could cause a fire or ruin the transceiver. ing the vehicle. This will avoid possible damage to the
transceiver by ignition voltage spikes.
R NEVER let metal, wire or other objects touch any
internal part or connectors on the rear panel of the During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiver
transceiver. This may result in an electric shock. and microphone as far away as possible from the mag-
netic navigation compass to prevent erroneous indica-
R NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or tions.
any liquids.
BE CAREFUL! The heatsink will become hot when
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with operating the transceiver continuously for long periods.
temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C
(+140°F). Be aware that temperatures on a vehicle’s BE CAREFUL! If a linear amplifier is connected, set
dashboard can exceed 80°C (+176°F), resulting in per- the transceiver’s RF output power to less than the lin-
manent damage to the transceiver if left there for ex- ear amplifier’s maximum input level, otherwise, the lin-
tended periods. ear amplifier will be damaged.

AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty en- Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional).
vironments or in direct sunlight. Other manufacturer’s microphones have different pin
assignments, and connection to the IC-910H may
AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting damage the transceiver.
anything on top of the transceiver. This will obstruct
heat dissipation.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1
IMPORTANT ........................................ i ■ Indications during transmit ........... 32 10 SET MODE ........................... 55 – 69
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ..................... i ■ FM mode operation ...................... 33 ■ Set mode description .................... 55
■ VOX operation .............................. 33 ■ General set mode ......................... 56
PRECAUTIONS ................................... i
■ Repeater operation ....................... 34 ■ FM set mode ................................ 60
■ SSB mode operation .................... 36 ■ SSB/CW set mode ....................... 62
1 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................ 1 ■ Speech compressor ..................... 36 ■ Scan set mode ............................. 64
■ Split frequency operation .............. 37 ■ Memo pad set mode ..................... 64
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ........... 2 – 13 ■ Full duplex operation .................... 37 ■ Compressor set mode .................. 64
■ Front panel ..................................... 2 ■ Connections for CW ..................... 38 ■ VOX set mode .............................. 65
■ Function display ........................... 10 ■ CW mode operation ..................... 38 ■ Attenuator set mode ..................... 65
■ Rear panel .................................... 12 ■ Transmit set mode ........................ 66
6 MEMORY OPERATION ........ 40 – 44 ■ NR set mode ................................ 67
3 INSTALLATION AND ■ Memory channels ......................... 40 ■ SWP set mode ............................. 67
CONNECTIONS ................... 14 – 17 ■ Operation on a memory channel .. 40 ■ RIT/SHIFT set mode .................... 68
■ Unpacking .................................... 14 ■ Programming in VFO mode .......... 41 ■ Speech set mode ......................... 69
■ Grounding ..................................... 14 ■ Programming in memory mode .... 41
■ Selecting a location ...................... 14 ■ Blank channels ............................. 42 11 OPTION INSTALLATIONS ... 70 – 76
■ Antenna connection ...................... 14 ■ Frequency transferring ................. 42 ■ Internal view ................................. 70
■ Required connections ................... 15 ■ Memory clearing ........................... 43 ■ Opening the transceiver’s case .... 71
■ Advanced connections ................. 16 ■ Call channels ................................ 43 ■ UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER
■ Power supply connections ............ 17 ■ Memo pads ................................... 44 UNIT .............................................. 71
■ UT-106 DSP UNIT .......................... 72
4 BASIC OPERATION ............. 18 – 25 7 SCANS ................................. 45 – 47 ■ UX-910 1200 MHz BAND UNIT ........ 73
■ Initial settings ................................ 18 ■ Scan types .................................... 45 ■ CR-293 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL
■ When first applying power ■ Preparation ................................... 45 UNIT .............................................. 74
(CPU resetting) ............................. 18 ■ Programmed scan operation ........ 46 ■ FL-132/FL-133 CW NARROW
■ MAIN and SUB bands .................. 19 ■ Memory scan operation ................ 46 FILTER ........................................... 75
■ Operating band selection ............. 20 ■ Memory select scan ..................... 47
■ VFO description ............................ 21 ■ Tone scan ..................................... 47 12 MAINTENANCE ................... 76 – 77
■ Frequency setting ......................... 22 ■ Troubleshooting ............................ 76
■ SUB band OFF ............................. 24 8 SATELLITE OPERATION ..... 48 – 51 ■ Fuse replacement ......................... 77
■ SUB tuning dial ............................. 24 ■ Satellite communications outline .. 48 ■ CPU resetting ............................... 77
■ Dial lock function .......................... 25 ■ Satellite notes ............................... 48
■ Entering into the satellite mode .... 48 13 CONTROL COMMAND ........ 78 – 79
5 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT .. 26 – 39 ■ Setting the satellite VFO ............... 49 ■ Remote jack (CI-V) information .... 78
■ Functions for receive .................... 26 ■ Tracking selection ......................... 49
■ RIT function .................................. 27 ■ Preparation ................................... 50 14 SPECIFICATIONS ....................... 80
■ IF shift function ............................. 27 ■ Satellite operation ......................... 51
■ AGC time constant ....................... 28 ■ Satellite memory ........................... 51
15 OPTIONS ..................................... 81
■ AFC function ................................. 28
■ FM center indicator ....................... 28 9 DATA COMMUNICATION ..... 52 – 54
■ Attenuator ..................................... 29
16 INSTALLATION NOTES ....... 82 – 83
■ Functions for AFSK ...................... 52
■ Simple band scope ....................... 29 ■ Connections for AFSK .................. 52
■ Noise blanker ............................... 30 ■ Operating mode notes .................. 53
■ Tone squelch operation ................ 30 ■ Operating frequency notes ........... 53
■ Optional DSP functions ................ 31 ■ AFSK operation ............................ 53
■ Functions for transmit ................... 32 ■ Setting the ACC socket ................ 54
■ Transmit via microphone .............. 32

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
The transceiver comes with the following accessories. q w e
Qty.
q DC power cable (OPC-657A) ............................ 1
w Hand microphone (HM-12) ................................ 1
e Spare fuses (FGB 30 A) .................................... 2
r Spare fuse (FGB 4 A) ........................................ 1
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■ Front panel

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q POWER SWITCH [POWER] y MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC]

➥ Push momentarily to turn power ON. Accepts the supplied or optional microphone.
➥ Push for 2 sec. to turn power OFF. • See p. 81 for appropriate microphones.
• See p. 15 for microphone connector information.
w TRANSMIT SWITCH [TRANSMIT]
Push to select transmitting or receiving. u MIC GAIN CONTROL [MIC GAIN]
Adjusts microphone input gain.
e COMPRESSION SWITCH [COMP] (p. 36) Recommended level for
Push to switch the speech compressor function ON an Icom microphone
and OFF. MIC GAIN
• The speech compressor increases average RF output Decreases Increases
power, improving signal strength and readability in SSB.

r VOX SWITCH [VOX] (p. 33) ✔ How to set the microphone gain.
Push to switch the VOX function ON and OFF. Set the [MIC] control so that the [MAIN]/[SUB] indicator (ALC
• The VOX (Voice-Operated Transmission) function tog- indicator) some times lights brighter during normal voice
gles between transmit and receive with your voice. This transmission in SSB mode.
function provides an opportunity to input log entries into
your computer, etc., while operating.
i RF POWER CONTROL [RF PWR]
Continuously varies the RF output power from min-
t HEADPHONE JACK [PHONES]
imum to maximum.
Accepts headphones.
• Output power: 5 mW with 8–16 Ω load.
144 MHz band 5–100 W
• When headphones are connected, the internal speaker 430(440) MHz band 5–75 W
or connected external speaker does not function. 1200 MHz band 1–10 W (optional UX-910)
• The MAIN and SUB band audio can be mixed or sepa- RF PWR
rated when using stereo headphones according to set Decreases Increases
mode settings. (p. 57)

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o MAIN BAND INDICATOR [MAIN] • When functioning as squelch control

➥ Lights green while the squelch is opened or a sig- (RF gain is fixed at maximum.)
nal is received on the MAIN band; lights red while
Noise squelch
transmitting on the MAIN band. Noise squelch
• While transmitting, the indicator also shows ALC con- threshold
S-meter squelch
dition. Brightness increases more than usual when threshold
the ALC function is activated.
➥ Flashes when an off-frequency signal is received Squelch is S-meter
and the FM center detector is activated. (p. 28) open. squelch

!0 RF GAIN CONTROL/SQUELCH CONTROL

[RF/SQL] (outer control) Shallow Deep
Adjusts the RF gain and squelch threshold level for
the MAIN band. The squelch removes noise output !1 AF CONTROL [AF] (inner control)
from the speaker (closed condition) when no signal Varies the audio output level from the speaker for
is received. the MAIN band.
• The squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also
AF RF/SQL
available for other modes.
• 12 to 13 o’clock position is recommended for any setting Decreases Increases
of the [RF/SQL] control.
• The squelch threshold position for SSB/CW mode can
No audio output Max. audio output
be set from 12 or 13 o’clock position in SSB/CW set
mode. (p. 62)
• The control can be set as ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in SSB !2 SUB BAND INDICATOR [SUB]
and CW; squelch control in FM) or squelch control (RF Lights green while the squelch is opened or a signal
gain is fixed at maximum) in set mode as follows. (p. 56) is received on the SUB band; lights red while trans-
SET MODE SETTING mitting in satellite operation.
MODE
AUTO SQL RF GAIN + SQL
SSB, CW RF GAIN SQL RF GAIN + SQL
!3 RF GAIN CONTROL/SQUELCH CONTROL
[RF/SQL] (outer control)
FM SQL SQL SQL
Adjusts the RF gain and squelch threshold level for
the SUB band. The squelch removes noise output
from the speaker (closed condition) when no signal
• When setting as RF gain/squelch control
is received.
Noise squelch (FM mode)

Recommended level
Squelch is
open.
Maximum
RF gain

RF gain
adjustable S-meter
range (SSB, squelch
CW modes)

• When functioning as RF gain control

(Squelch is fixed open; SSB, CW only)

Maximum
RF gain
Adjustable
range

Minimum RF gain

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■ Front panel (continued)

!4 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 @0 @1 @2 @3

!4 AF CONTROL [AF] (inner control) DO NOT connect any equipment, such as an SWR
Varies the audio output level from the speaker for or power meter between the transceiver and pream-
the SUB band. plifier. In such case, the preamplifier may not acti-
vate properly.
!5 SET•MENU SWITCH [SET•MENU] (p. 55)
➥ Push this switch then one of [FM], !7 AUTO FREQUENCY CONTROL/NOISE
[SSB/CW], [RIT], [SCAN], [NR], [TRANS- BLANKER•NOISE REDUCTION SWITCH
MIT], [COMP], [VOX], [ATT], [SWP], [AFC/NB•NR]
[MPW] or [SPCH] to enter the indepen- ➥ During FM/FM narrow mode operation,
dent item set mode. push to switch the AFC (Automatic Fre-
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the set mode for quency Control) function ON and OFF.
commonly used item settings. (p. 28)
• Automatically tunes the operating frequency,
For 1 sec.
when an off-frequency signal is received, in
100 kHz steps. This function also follows the
!6 ATTENUATOR•PRE-AMP SWITCH [ATT•P.AMP] signal even if the frequency is shifted.
➥ Push to switch the attenuator function ➥ During SSB or CW mode operation, push
ON and OFF. (p. 29) Use this function to to switch the noise blanker function ON
protect from signal distortion from exces- and OFF. (p. 30)
sively strong signals. • Reduces pulse-type noise, such as ignition
• The attenuation level is independently ad- noise from a vehicle.
justable for 144 MHz or 430(440) MHz band ➥ Push for 1 sec. to switch the noise re-
in the ATT set mode. The optional 1200 MHz duction function ON and OFF when an
band attenuation level is fixed and is approx. optional DSP unit, UT-106, is installed.
20 dB. (p. 65) For 1 sec.
(p. 31)
➥ Push for 1 sec. to switch the connected • Reduces unwanted noise and pulls out the
pre-amplifier ON and OFF, when an op- desired signal only for clear readability.
For 1 sec. tional pre-amplifier unit, AG-25, AG-35
and/or AG-1200, is connected. (p. 16)

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!8 AUTO GAIN CONTROL•AUTO NOTCH FILTER @2 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT SCREW

SWITCH [AGC•ANF] Adjust the tension of the tuning dial.
➥ Push to switch the time constant of the • Rotate clockwise to increase the tension; counterclock-
automatic gain control to SLOW and wise to decrease the tension.
FAST for the MAIN band.* (p. 28)
• SLOW selection (“FAGC” disappears) during
SSB (USB or LSB) operation, FAST selection
(“FAGC” appears) during CW, data operation
and while tuning with fast tuning dial rotation
are recommended.
*The AGC time constant can be selected on the
MAIN band only. FAST selection is fixed on Brake adjustment screw
the SUB band.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to switch the automatic
notch filter function ON and OFF when @3 MEMORY CHANNEL UP/DOWN SWITCHES
the optional DSP unit, UT-106, is in- Y UP]/[DOWN Z] (p. 40)
[Y
For 1 sec.
stalled. (p. 31) ➥ Push [Y UP] to change the memory
• Reduces interference signals such as beat, or channel up; push [DOWN Z] to change
RTTY or CW signals and the notch frequency the memory channel down.
automatically follows the interfering signal. • Memory channel changes continuously while
holding either switch.
!9 kHz/MHz•TUNING STEP SELECTION SWITCH • Memory channels can be selected both in
VFO and memory modes.
[kHz/MHz] (p. 22)
➥ Push to select tuning step for the tuning
dial or scanning from 1 kHz, 1 MHz step or
and regular tuning step* in sequence
Z” appears above the 1 kHz or 1 MHz digit
• “Z For 1 sec.
when 1 kHz or 1 MHz tuning step is selected,
respectively.
*The regular tuning step is selected for each
operating mode as follows.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the regular tun-
ing step selection mode.
• The tuning step can be selected for each op-
For 1 sec.
erating mode independently.
• SSB/CW mode: 1, 10, 50 and 100 Hz step;
FM mode: 0.1, 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 20, 25 and
100 kHz step can be selected by rotating the
tuning dial.

@0 SPEECH•LOCK SWITCH [SPCH•LOCK]

➥ Announces the receiving signal strength
and/or selected readout frequency when
the optional UT-102 is installed. (pgs. 69,
71)
➥ Push for 1 sec. to switch the tuning dial
lock function ON and OFF to prevent ac-
For 1 sec. cidental setting changes. (p. 25)

@1 TUNING DIAL
Changes the displayed frequency, selects set mode
items, etc.

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■ Front panel (continued)

@8

@7
@6

@5
@4

RIT SHIFT RIT SHIFT RIT SHIFT

@4 RIT CONTROL [RIT] (p. 27)
Shifts the receive frequency without changing the
transmit frequency for the MAIN band only while the
RIT function is activated.
• SSB/CW mode : ±1.0 kHz* in 10 Hz step
• FM mode : ±5.0 kHz* in 50 Hz step
*For 1200 MHz band; ±2.0 kHz and ±10.0 kHz, respec-
tively when the optional UX-910 is installed.
• By using the Sub dial function, the RIT control can be Max. counter- Center position Max. clockwise
used as the MAIN/SUB tuning dial or the SUB band IF clockwise position position
shift control. See page 24 for details.
@6 SATELLITE SWITCH [SATELLITE]
@5 IF SHIFT CONTROL [SHIFT] ➥ Push to enter satellite mode (RX on
Shifts the center frequency of the receiver’s IF MAIN, TX on SUB band). Push again to
passband within 1.2 kHz range. return to the condition before entering
• By using the Sub dial function, the IF shift control can be into the satellite mode.
used as the MAIN/SUB tuning dial or the SUB band IF ➥ Push to enter satellite mode using the
shift control. See page 24 for details.
current operating frequencies when
For 1 sec. pushing for 1 sec.
• To change the normal and reverse satellite
✔ What is the Sub dial function?
operations, push [F-INP/ENT] for 1 sec.
The [RIT] and [SHIFT] controls are used for RIT and IF shift For 1 sec.
controls for the MAIN band by default. However, the Sub dial
function assigns these controls as the MAIN/SUB tuning dial
or the SUB band IF shift control. (p. 24, 68) @7 RIT SWITCH [RIT] (p. 27)
➥ Push to switch the RIT control activity ON
and OFF.
• “RIT” indicator appears when the RIT func-
tion is in use.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to switch the Sub dial
function ON and OFF.
For 1 sec. • “RIT” indicator flashes and the [RIT] and
[SHIFT] controllers acts as the controllers
specified in the RIT/SHIFT set mode. (p. 68)

@8 KEYPAD
Numeral and other function keys for tuning and ac-
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Switch Switch action when pushed Switch action when pushed for 1 sec.
• Enters numeral “1” when entering an operating
frequency. (p. 23)
• Switches between VFO and memory mode.
(p. 40)
Enters numeral “2” when entering an operating Equalizes the condition of the VFO A and B.
frequency. (p. 23) (p. 21)
• Enters numeral “3” when entering an operating Shows 10 Hz and 1 Hz digits of operating fre-
frequency. (p. 23) quency on both the MAIN and SUB bands while
• Switches between VFO A and B during VFO pushing and holding. (p. 22)
mode operation. (p. 21)
Enters numeral “4” when entering an operating Stores the set conditions into a memory channel.
frequency. (p. 23) (p. 41)
Enters numeral “5” when entering an operating Clears stored contents of memory channel to be
frequency. (p. 23) a blank channel. (p. 43)
Enters numeral “6” when entering an operating Transfers the contents of a memory channel into
frequency. (p. 23) either the VFO A or B. (p. 42)
Enters numeral “7” when entering an operating Opens squelch for monitoring the operating or
frequency. (p. 23) transmit frequency, and the frequency indication
automatically changes to transmit frequency in the
case of duplex or split operation. (p. 34)
• Enters numeral “8” when entering an operating
frequency. (p. 23)
• Stores the displayed operating conditions into
MEMO PAD channel (p. 44)
• Enters numeral “9” when entering an operating
frequency. (p. 23)
• Re-calls the contents in the MEMO PAD channel.
(p. 44)
• Enters decimal point “.” for entering below the Starts and cancels tone scan when the repeater
“MHz“ digits when entering an operating fre- tone or tone squelch is activated in FM (narrow)
quency. operation. (p. 47)
• Starts and cancels scanning function. (p. 46)
• Turns OFF the SUB band frequency indication
during satellite operation. In this case, only the
MAIN band frequency can be tuned by rotating
the tuning dial. (p. 49)
• Enters numeral “0” when entering an operating
frequency. (p. 23)
• Switches sweep function for the bandscope ON
and OFF. (p. 29)
• Turns OFF the MAIN band frequency indication
during satellite operation. In this case, only the
SUB band frequency can be tuned by rotating
the tuning dial. (p. 49)
Enables operating frequency entering from the Used to change memory channel during memory
keypad. See page 23 for details. mode operation by rotating the tuning dial while
pushing and holding. (p. 40)

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■ Front panel (continued)

#5 #4 #3 #2 #1 #0 @9

1200 MHz band operation.

@9 SPLIT•DUPLEX SWITCH [SPLIT•DUP]
➥ Push to turn the split function, with the #2 TONE SWITCH [TONE]
VFO A and B, ON and OFF. (p. 37) ➥ Push to turn the tone encoder function
• The split operation is not available for the ON and OFF in FM mode. (p. 31; except
SUB band. for European version)
➥ Push for 1 sec. to select the duplex (re- • “T” indicator appears in the display when the
peater) direction or to turn the function tone encoder is activated.
For 1 sec. OFF. (p. 34) ➥ Push to transmit a 1750 Hz repeater tone
• The duplex operation is not available for the in FM mode for European version.
SUB band.
67.0 085.4 107.2 136.5 165.5 186.2 210.7 254.1
#0 SSB/CW•CW-NARROW SWITCH 69.3 088.5 110.9 141.3 167.9 189.9 218.1
[SSB/CW•CW-N] 71.9 091.5 114.8 146.2 171.3 192.8 225.7
➥ Push to switch the operating mode be- 74.4 094.8 118.8 151.4 173.8 196.6 229.1
tween SSB and CW. (p. 23) 77.0 097.4 123.0 156.7 177.3 199.5 233.6
79.7 100.0 127.3 159.8 179.9 203.5 241.8
82.5 103.5 131.8 162.2 183.5 206.5 250.3
➥ Push for 1 sec. to switch the operating
Available repeater tones (Unit: Hz)
mode between USB and LSB or between
For 1 sec. CW and CW narrow during SSB or CW
mode, respectively. #3 MAIN/SUB CHANGE•BAND SWITCH
[M/S•BAND]
#1 FM•FM-NARROW SWITCH [FM•FM-N] (p. 23) ➥ Push to replace the MAIN band’s fre-
➥ Push to switch the operating mode be- quency and mode with the SUB band’s.
tween FM and FM repeater mode. (p. 19)
• The duplex operation can be made in MAIN
band only, it cannot be operated in SUB ➥ Push for 1 sec. to change the operating
band. band during single band operation or
➥ Push for 1 sec. to switch the operating For 1 sec. when the optional band unit, UX-910, is
mode between FM and FM-N (FM nar- installed. (p. 20)
For 1 sec. row).
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#4 SUB•SUB OFF SWITCH [SUB•SUB OFF]

➥ Push to enable the SUB band control
from the tuning dial, keypad, etc. (p. 19)
• “SUB” indicator appears.

➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn the SUB band

readout indication ON and OFF. (p. 24)
For 1 sec.

#5 CALL•TONE SQUELCH SWITCH [CALL•T-SQL]

➥ Push to select the call channel of the op-
erating band. The call channel can be se-
lected from both the VFO and memory
mode operation. (p. 43)
➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn the tone squelch
function ON and OFF during FM mode
For 1 sec. operation. (p. 30)
• “T-SQL” indicator appears when the tone
squelch is activated.

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■ Function display
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FMN USB LSB CW N DUP SPLIT RIT VFO A

VFO B
MEMO
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@4 T-SQL ATT P.AMP AFC NB FAGC NR ANF B L AN K
!0
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB MP 9600
SWP COMP
OVER !1
SCAN VOX SET !2

@3 @2 @1 @0 !9 !8 !7 !6 !5!4 !3

@5 q w e y u

NOR SUB FM N USB LSB C W N RIT VFO A

VFO B
@6 SATL MEMO
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@7 SQL ATT P.AMP
T-SQ .AMP AFC NB F AGC NR A NF
AFCNB BLANK
NK !0
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB SWP !5
@8
OVER
LOCK SCAN !6

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q FREQUENCY READOUTS (p. 22) i MEMORY MODE INDICATORS/MEMORY

Shows the operating frequency. CHANNEL NUMBER READOUTS (p. 40)
• Setting item name is indicated during set mode. (p. 55) The memory mode indicator appears during mem-
ory mode operation and the memory channel num-
w MODE INDICATOR (p. 23) ber readout shows the selected memory channel
Shows the selected operation mode. number during both the memory and VFO mode op-
eration.
e TUNING STEP INDICATOR (p. 22)
Appears when the 1 kHz or 1 MHz tuning step is se- ✔ Memory channel number readout
lected. In addition to the memory channel number indication, the
memory channel number readout indicates 10 Hz and 1 Hz
r DUPLEX INDICATOR (p. 34) digits of operating frequency while rotating the tuning dial in
Either “DUP–” or “DUP+” appears during duplex (re- SSB or CW mode with 10 or 1 Hz tuning step. After 2 sec.
peater) operation. from tuning dial operation, the readout indicates the memory
channel number.
t SPLIT INDICATOR (p. 37)
o AUTO NOTCH FILTER INDICATOR (p. 31)
Appears during split operation.
Appears when the optional DSP unit, UT-106, is in-
stalled, and the ANF (Automatic Notch Filter) func-
y RIT INDICATOR (p. 27)
tion is activated.
➥ Appears while the RIT function is activated.
➥ Flashes while the SUB dial function is activated.
!0 BLANK INDICATOR (p. 42)
Appears when the selected memory channel has
u VFO INDICATOR (p. 21)
not been programmed or has been cleared.
Either VFO A or VFO B appears during VFO opera-
tion.
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!1 DATA TRANSMISSION SPEED INDICATOR @4 TONE SQUELCH INDICATOR (pgs. 30, 34)
(p. 52) “T” appears when the tone encoder function is acti-
Appears when 9600 bps speed is selected for vated; “T-SQL” appears when the tone squelch
packet transmission. function is activated.

!2 SPEECH COMPRESSOR INDICATOR (p. 36) @5 SUB INDICATOR (p. 19)

Appears when the speech compressor is activated. Appears when the SUB band access is enabled.

!3 SET INDICATOR (p. 55) @6 SATELLITE INDICATOR (p. 49)

Appears when [SET] is pushed. Appears while satellite operation mode is selected.
Disappears after any switch is pushed. • SATL - NOR : Satellite operation with normal mode
is selected.
!4 VOX INDICATOR (p. 33) • SATL - REV : Satellite operation with reverse mode
Appears when the VOX function is activated. is selected.

!5 SWEEP INDICATOR (p. 29) @7 REMOTE INDICATOR (p. 78)

Flashes while the simple bandscope function is ac- Appears when the transceiver is controlled remotely
tivated. via the optional CI-V level converter, CT-17.

!6 SCAN INDICATOR (p. 46) @8 LOCK INDICATOR (p. 25)

Flashes while scanning. Appears when the dial lock function is activated.

!7 NOISE REDUCTION INDICATOR (p. 31)

Appears when the optional DSP unit, UT-106, is in-
stalled and the noise reduction is activated.

!8 AGC TIME CONSTANT INDICATOR (p. 28)

Appears when the FAST AGC time constant is se-
lected; disappears when the SLOW AGC time con-
stant is selected.

!9 NOISE BLANKER INDICATOR (p. 30)

Appears when the noise blanker function is acti-
vated.

@0 AUTO FREQUENCY CONTROL INDICATOR

(p. 28)
Appears when the AFC (Automatic Frequency Con-
trol) function is activated.

@1 PRE-AMP INDICATOR (p. 16)

Appears when the optional pre-amplifier unit,
AG-25, AG-35 and/or AG-1200, is connected and
the pre-amplifier function is activated.

@2 ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 29)

Appears when the attenuator is activated.

@3 MULTI-FUNCTION BAR METER

➥ Shows the receiving signal strength as an S-
meter while receiving. Peak hold function is avail-
able and can be switched ON and OFF in regular
set mode. (pgs. 26, 56)
➥ Shows the relative transmit output power level as
an RF power indicator during transmit. (p. 32)
➥ Shows signal availability in the sweeping band,
and the “▼” indicator indicates the center of the
sweeping frequency band.

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 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Rear panel
q w e

!2 !1 !0 o i u y t r

q 430(440) MHz ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 15) u KEY JACK [KEY] (p. 15)
Accepts a 50 Ω antenna with a type-N connector. Accepts a paddle, a straight key or external elec-
tronic keyer with 1⁄8 inch standard plug.
w DC POWER SOCKET [DC 13.8V] (p. 17)
Accepts 13.8 V DC through the supplied DC power (+)
cable (OPC-657A).
(_)
(dot)
Rear panel _ +
view (com)
(dash)

e 144 MHz ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 15) i SUB BAND DATA SOCKET [DATA (SUB)]
Accept a 50 Ω antenna with a PL-259 connector. o MAIN BAND DATA SOCKET [DATA (MAIN)]
(p. 13)
r SUB BAND EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK 6-pin mini plug DIN jack to connect a TNC, etc. for
[SP (SUB)] high speed data communications.
t MAIN BAND EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK Simultaneous data communications are provided by
[SP (MAIN)] (p. 16) equipping independent data sockets for both MAIN
Accepts a 4–8 Ω speaker. and SUB bands.
By connecting an external speaker for each or both
jacks, the audio for both the MAIN and SUB bands !0 ACCESSORY SOCKET [ACC(1)]
is output as follows. Enables connection of external equipment such as
a TNC for data communications, etc.
MAIN AF SUB AF • See the right table for socket information.
No Int. SP Int. SP
SP (MAIN) Ext. SP Ext. SP !1 CI-V REMOTE CONTROL JACK [REMOTE]
SP (SUB) Int. SP Ext. SP (p. 78)
Both Ext. SP (MAIN) Ext. SP (SUB) Designed for use with a personal computer via the
optional CT-17 for remote control of transceiver
functions.
y 1200 MHz ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 15)
Available when the optional 1200 MHz band unit is
!2 GROUND TERMINAL [GND] (p 14)
installed. Accepts a 50 Ω antenna with a type-N
Connect this terminal to a ground to prevent electri-
connector.
cal shocks and other problems.
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 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

D ACC SOCKETS
ACC(1) Socket Pin No. Pin Name Description Specification
1 NC No connection.
2 GND Connect to ground.
Input terminal to transmit the trans- Transmit voltage : –0.5 to +0.8 V
3 SEND ceiver in relation to the external equip- Output current : Less than 20 mA
ment. (Grounded: transmits) Input current (Tx) : Less than 200 mA
4 MOD Input terminal for the modulation cir- Output impedance : 10 kΩ
cuit. Input level : 100 mV rms
2
4 5 Output terminal for AF signals from Output impedance : 4.7 kΩ
1 8 3 5 AF the AF detector circuit. Output level is Output level : 100–300 mV rms
6 7 fixed, regardless of [AF] control.
Output terminal for squelch condition Squelch open : Less than 0.3 V/5 mA
6 SQLS (Open/Close). Outputs grounded level Squelch close : More than 6.0 V/100 µA
signal when squelch is opened.
7 13.8 V Output terminal for 13.8 V DC, in re- Output current : Less than 1 A
lation to the [POWER].
8 ALC Input terminal for ALC control. Input impedance : More than 10 kΩ

D DATA SOCKETS
o MAIN BAND DATA SOCKET
DATA Socket Pin No. Pin Name Description
1 DATA IN Input terminal for data (common for both 1200 and 9600 bps)
2 GND Ground line for the DATA IN, DATA OUT and AF OUT.

q w 3 PTTP Transmits when this terminal is grounded.

e r 4 DATA Received data output terminal for 9600 bps operation.

OUT
t y
5 AF OUT Received data output terminal for 1200 bps operation.
6 SQL Output terminal for squelch condition (Open/Close). Outputs grounded level signal
when squelch is opened, +8 V level signal when squelch is closed.

i SUB BAND DATA SOCKET

DATA Socket Pin No. Pin Name Description
1 NC No connection.
2 GND Ground line for the DATA IN, DATA OUT and AF OUT.

q w 3 NC No connection.

e r 4 DATA Received data output terminal for 9600 bps operation.

OUT
t y
5 AF OUT Received data output terminal for 1200 bps operation.
6 SQL Output terminal for squelch condition (Open/Close). Outputs grounded level signal
when squelch is opened, +8 V level signal when squelch is closed.

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 3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Unpacking ■ Selecting a location

After unpacking, immediately report any damage to the Select a location for the transceiver that allows ade-
delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping cartons. quate air circulation, free from extreme heat, cold, or
vibrations, and away from TV sets, TV antenna ele-
For a description and a diagram of accessory equip- ments, radios and other electro-magnetic sources.
ment included with the IC-910H, see ‘Supplied acces-
sories’ on p. 1 of this manual. The base of the trans-
ceiver has an ad-
■ Grounding justable stand for desk-
top use. Set the stand
To prevent electrical shock, television interference to depending on your
(TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) and other prob- operating conditions.
lems, ground the transceiver through the GROUND
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 be-
tween the [GND] terminal and ground as short as pos- ■ Antenna connection
sible.
For radio communications, the antenna is of critical im-
R WARNING: NEVER connect the [GND] portance, along with output power and sensitivity. Se-
terminal to a gas or electric pipe, since the connec- lect antenna(s), such as a well-matched 50 Ω antenna,
tion could cause an explosion or electric shock. and feedline. 1.5:1 or better of Voltage Standing Wave
Ratio (VSWR) is recommended for your desired band.
Of course, the transmission line should be a coaxial
cable.

CAUTION: Protect your transceiver from lightning

by using a lightning arrestor.

PL-259 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION EXAMPLE TYPE-N CONNECTOR INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

Nut Rubber gasket

q 30 mm q 15 mm Slide the nut, rubber
Slide the coupling ring
gasket and clamp over the
down. Strip the cable
coaxial cable, then cut the
jacket and soft solder.
Coupling ring
end of the cable evenly.
10 mm (soft solder) Washer

w 10 mm
Soft
w Clamp
Center
conductor
solder Strip the cable as shown at
left. Soft solder the center Strip the cable and fold the
conductor. braid back over the clamp.
1–2 mm 3 mm
6 mm
solder solder
e e Solder hole Soft solder the center
Slide the connector body
conductor. Install the
on and solder it.
center conductor pin and
solder it.
No space
r r Carefully slide the plug
Screw the coupling ring body into place aligning the
onto the connector body. center conductor pin on the
cable. Tighten the nut onto
Be sure the center conductor is the plug body.
the same height as the plug body.

30 mm ≈ 9⁄8 in 10 mm ≈ 3⁄8 in 1–2 mm ≈ 1⁄16 in

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 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 3

■ Required connections
• Front panel
HEADPHONES
Input impedance:
8–16 Ω
Audio output power:
5 mW with 8 Ω load
Output power may differ
according to the headphone

HM-12 HAND SM-20 DESKTOP MICROPHONE CONNECTOR (Front panel view)

MICROPHONE MICROPHONE (optional)
q MIC (Microphone input)
i w +8V (Max. 8 V DC 10 mA)
q u e MIC U/D (Frequency up/down)
w y r SQL S (Squelch switch)
t PTT
e t y GND (PTT ground)
r
u GND (Microphone ground)
i AF OUT (varies with [AF])
CAUTION: DO NOT short pin 2 to ground as this can damage the
internal 8 V regulator. DC voltage is applied to pin 1 for microphone
operation. Take care when using a non-Icom microphone.

• Rear panel
[430(440)MHz ANT] DC POWER SUPPLY (p. 17) [144MHz ANT] (p. 14)
(p. 14)

_ +

13.8 V DC
More than 25 A

GROUND (p. 14) [1200MHz ANT] (p. 14) [KEY] jack (p. 38)
+

_
(dot)
(com)
(dash)
Required for optional
UX-910 operation.
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 3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Advanced connections
• Front panel

MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE

• Rear panel

PREAMP (p. 59) EXTERNAL SPEAKER

(144 MHz/430(440) MHz/1200 MHz) (MAIN/SUB) (p. 12)

144 MHz : AG-25 CAUTION: NEVER icom

sp-7

430(440) MHz : AG-35 connect equipment

1200 MHz : AG-1200 (i.e. power, SWR meter)
between transceiver
External all-weather, mast and preamplifier.
mounting preamplifiers are
available. Use 4–8 Ω speakers.

430(440) MHz 1200 MHz (optional) 144 MHz

MAIN SUB

MAIN SUB

[REMOTE] (p. 78) ACC SOCKETS DATA SOCKETS

(pgs. 13, 52) (MAIN/SUB) (pgs. 13, 52)

CT-17 Used for external

equipment control.

Used for computer control and transceive

operation.

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 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 3

■ Power supply connections CAUTION: Before connecting the DC power

cable, check the following important items. Make
Use an optional DC power supply with a 25 A capacity
sure:
and above when operating the transceiver with AC
• The [POWER] switch is OFF.
power. Refer to the diagrams below.
• Output voltage of the power source is 12–15 V
when you use a non-Icom power supply.
• DC power cable polarity is correct.
Red : positive + terminal
Black : negative _ terminal

CONNECTING A DC POWER SUPPLY

Supplied DC
IC-910H
AC outlet A DC power supply power cable

13.8 V DC 25 A

Black Red
_ +

AC cable

CONNECTING A VEHICLE BATTERY

NEVER use the cig-

NEVER connect to
24V a 24 V battery.
arette lighter socket as
Ciga a power source.

IC-910H NOTE: Use terminals for

the cable connections.

+ red Crimp
_ black
Grommet

Solder
12 V
battery
Supplied
DC power cable

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 4 BASIC OPERATION

■ Initial settings
After resetting the transceiver, set controls and CCW : Max. counterclockwise
switches as shown in the figure below.

[AF] (MAIN band):

CCW
[RF/SQL] (MAIN band):
[POWER]: OFF 12 o’clock [SATELLITE]: OFF

[TRANSMIT]: OFF
[COMP]: OFF
[VOX]: OFF [RIT]: OFF
[AF] (SUB band):
CCW [SHIFT]: 12 o’clock

[RF/SQL]: (SUB band) [AGC]: OFF

12 o’clock [RIT]: 12 o’clock
[SET]: OFF [AFC/NB]: OFF
[MIC]: CCW
[ATT(P.AMP)]: OFF
[RF PWR]: CCW

Turn power ON, then check the display. If any of the

following indicators appear, turn them OFF as follows:

• Quick tuning step indicator “▼” : Push [kHz/MHz].

• RIT indicator “RIT” : Push [RIT].
• Split indicator “SPLIT” : Push [SPLIT].

■ When first applying power (CPU resetting)

Before first applying power, make sure all connections
required for your system are complete by referring to
Chapter 3. Then, reset the transceiver using the fol- FM VFO A

lowing procedure.

q Make sure the transceiver power is OFF. S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

w While pushing [MW 4] and [M-CL 5], push
FM VFO A
VF
[POWER] to turn power ON.
• The internal CPU is reset.
• The transceiver displays its initial VFO frequencies when
resetting is complete. S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

[POWER] [MW 4] [M-CL 5]

Resetting CLEARS all programmed contents in

memory channels and returns programmed values
in set mode to default values.
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 BASIC OPERATION 4

■ MAIN and SUB bands

The IC-910H has dual bands: 144 MHz and 430(440) MAIN band display
MHz. These bands can be assigned to the MAIN and
SUB bands for operating convenience. FM VFO A

Each MAIN and SUB bands have independent fea-

tures. S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

FM VFO A
VF
The MAIN band is the operation for both transmit and
receive, and is displayed in the upper area of the func-
tion display. The SUB band is the operation for only re-
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
ceive, and is displayed in the lower area of the function
display.
SUB band display
Simultaneous receive on both the MAIN and SUB
bands is possible, however the transmission can
only be transmitted on the MAIN band— not on the
SUB band.
In the case of satellite operation mode, the SUB
band is used for the transmission band.

◊ Exchanging the MAIN and SUB bands Assign 144 MHz or 430(440) MHz band, whichever
The function display shows both the MAIN and SUB band you want to transmit or be called on, as the MAIN
band frequencies and both bands can receive signals band.
simultaneously. ➥ Push [M/S] to exchange the MAIN and SUB bands.

MAIN band display

FM VFO A FM VFO A

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

FM VFO A
VF FM VFO A
VF

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

SUB band display

◊ Accessing the SUB band

Normally, any operations, such as tuning, operating ➥ Push [SUB] to switch the SUB band access capa-
mode selection, memory channel selection and pro- bility ON and OFF.
gramming, etc., are performed on the MAIN band. • “SUB” indicator appears while the SUB band access ca-
However, these operations can be performed on the pability is activated.
SUB band by using the SUB band access capability. • Even during SUB band access, transmission cannot be
made on the SUB band.

FM VFO A FM VFO A

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

FM VFO A
VF SUB FM VFO A
VF

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

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 4 BASIC OPERATION

■ Operating band selection (optional UX-910 is required)

The IC-910H can be used on the additional 1200 MHz
[SUB] [M/S•BAND]
band with the optional UX-910. The operating band
can be selected by pushing [M/S•BAND] for 1 sec.

◊ Selecting on the MAIN band Select 1200 MHz to MAIN band.

q Push [SUB] to cancel the SUB band access, if re- FM VFO A
quired.
w Push [M/S•BAND] for 1 sec. to select operating
band.
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

NOTE: The same operating band cannot be as- VFO A

VF
signed on both MAIN and SUB bands, simultane-
ously.
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

◊ Selecting on the SUB band Select 1200 MHz to SUB band.

q Push [SUB] to enable the SUB band access. FM VFO A

• “SUB” indicator appears.

w Push [M/S•BAND] for 1 sec. to select operating
band.
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

SUB FM VFO A
VF

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

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 BASIC OPERATION 4

■ VFO description
The IC-910H has two VFOs for both bands, specially VFO selection
suited for instant selection of 2 frequencies or split fre-
quency operation. The VFOs are called VFO A and FM VFO A

VFO B. You can use the desired VFO to call up a fre-

quency and operating mode for your operation.

VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscilla-

tor, and traditionally refers to an oscillator.

◊ Selecting the VFO A/B FM

VFO B

➥ Push [A/B 3] to switch between the VFO A and

VFO B.

◊ VFO equalization displayed VFO

FM VFO A
➥ Push [A=B 2] for 1 sec. to equalize the undisplayed
VFO condition to the displayed VFO.
• 3 beeps sound when the VFO equalization is completed.

CONVENIENT undisplayed VFO

Use two VFOs as a quick memory FM
VFO B
When you find a new station, but you wish to con-
tinue searching, the two VFO system can be used
for quick memory storage.
Equalizes the undisplayed VFO condition
q Push [A=B 2] for 1 sec. to store the displayed fre- to the displayed VFO.
quency into the undisplayed VFO.
w Continue searching for stations.
e Push [A/B 3] to retrieve the stored frequency.
r To continue searching for stations, push [A/B 3]
again.

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 4 BASIC OPERATION

■ Frequency setting
The IC-910H has several tuning steps and a
USB VFO A
[kHz/MHz] switch for convenient frequency tuning.

q Push [M/S] to select the desired frequency band as

the MAIN band; or push [SUB] to access the SUB
band. While tuning
w Rotate the tuning dial to select the frequency.
• The memory channel number changes to the 10 and USB
1 Hz digits when rotating the tuning dial with 1, 10,
100 Hz and 6.25 kHz tuning steps.
• When you want to check the 10 and 1 Hz digits during
memory channel number indication, push and hold [A/B]
10 Hz/1 Hz indication
(10 and 1 Hz digits are indicated while holding).

◊ Tuning step selection

Tuning steps can be pre-set independently for FM and
SSB/CW. The following steps are selectable.
• FM : 0.1, 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 20, 25 or 100 kHz
• SSB/CW : 1, 10, 50 or 100 Hz

q Push [M/S] to select the desired frequency band as

[kHz/MHz•TS] for 1 sec.
the MAIN band; or push [SUB] to access the SUB
band.
FM mode tuning step set mode
w Push [FM] or [SSB/CW] to select the desired oper-
ation mode. FM
e Push [kHz/MHz•TS] for 1 sec. to enter the tuning
step set mode.
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired tuning (20 kHz tuning step)
step.
t Push [kHz/MHz•TS] to return to previous display. SSB/CW mode tuning step set mode
USB

(10 Hz tuning step)

◊ Quick tuning step

The operating frequency can be changed in 1 kHz
steps or 1 MHz steps for quick tuning.

➥ Push [kHz/MHz•TS] to switch the quick tuning step

in sequence 1 kHz, 1 MHz and OFF.

1 MHz tuning step 1 kHz tuning step

FM VFO A

[kHz/MHz•TS]

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 BASIC OPERATION 4

◊ Frequency setting with the keypad

The operating frequency can be directly entered from [EXAMPLE]
the keypad. 145.3400 MHz
[F-INP ENT] [1] [4] [5] [.] [3] [4] [F-INP]
q Push [F-INP ENT] to access the keypad frequency
entry. 435.0000 MHz
• All digits of frequency indication disappear. [F-INP ENT] [4] [3] [5] [.] [F-INP ENT]
w Push numeral keys to enter the desired operating
frequency. 439.1200 MHz
• The entered number is indicated from the 100 Hz digit. [F-INP ENT] [4] [3] [9] [.] [1] [2] [F-INP ENT]
e Push [F-INP ENT] to set the frequency.
439.1200 MHz to 439.2604 MHz
keypad [F-INP ENT] [.] [2] [6] [0] [4] [F-INP ENT]

Pushing numeral keys to 100 Hz digit without push-

ing [.] also sets the desired operating frequency.

◊ Operating mode selection

SSB (USB/LSB), CW, CW-N (CW narrow), FM and
FM-N (FM narrow) modes are available in the • When the optional UT-102 voice synthesizer unit
IC-910H. Select the desired operation mode as fol- is installed.
lows. The UT-102 announces the selected mode in an elec-
tronically-generated voice when [SSB/CW] or [FM] is
• Selecting SSB mode pushed. (pgs. 69, 71)
➥ Push [SSB/CW] to select USB mode.
• USB mode is generally used for SSB phone operation
on the VHF and UHF bands.
• Push [SSB/CW] for 1 sec. after USB mode selection to
switch between USB and LSB mode.
[FM] [SSB/CW]
• Selecting CW mode
➥ Push [SSB/CW] to select CW mode.
• Push [SSB/CW] for 1 sec. after CW mode selection to
switch between CW and CW narrow mode.

The optional CW narrow filter, FL-132 or FL-133, is

required for the MAIN or SUB bands, respectively.
In satellite operation, the optional FL-133 is neces-
sary to operate CW narrow mode in the MAIN (re-
ceive) band. No audio is output until the optional
CW narrow filter is installed in the CW narrow mode.

• Selecting FM mode
➥ Push [FM] to select FM mode.
• Push [FM] after FM mode selection to turn the repeater
mode (duplex negative with repeater tone ON) ON and
OFF.
• Push [FM] for 1 sec. after FM mode selection to switch
between FM and FM narrow mode.

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■ SUB band OFF

The SUB band indication can be deactivated to sim-
plify operation.
FM VFO A
➥ Push [SUB•SUB OFF] for 1 sec. to turn the SUB
band indication ON and OFF.
• Push [M/S•BAND] for 1 sec. to change the operating
band. (p. 20) S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

[SUB•SUB OFF] for 1 sec.

SUB band indication OFF.

■ SUB tuning dial

The IC-910H has a large main tuning dial for frequency The assigned control can be used for its original
setting. In addition, the [RIT] or [SHIFT] controls can function, however, both functions cannot be used si-
be used as a SUB tuning dial for dual band simultane- multaneously.
ous tuning, etc. The SUB tuning dial changes the op-
erating frequency continuously at a variable speed.

To use the SUB tuning dial function, assign the func-

tion to either the [RIT] or [SHIFT] control using the
RIT/SHIFT set mode.

◊ When the [RIT] control is assigned as

SUB tuning dial FM RIT VFOA

q Push [RIT] for 1 sec.

• “RIT” indicator flashes when the SUB tuning dial func-
tion is activated.
w Rotate [RIT] control for the desired tuning direction S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

and speed. FM VFOA

• Tuning speed can be adjusted in ±5 steps.

e Set [RIT] control to the center position to stops tun-
ing. S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
• A beep tone sounds when [RIT] control is set to the cen-
ter.
r Push [RIT] to cancel the SUB tuning dial function. While [RIT] is flashing, SUB band can be
controlled with sub dial function.

SUB dial
functions
Reverses the slightly. Advances the
frequency and frequency and
increases the increases the
speed. speed.

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 BASIC OPERATION 4

◊ SUB tuning dial assignment

q Push [SET] then [RIT] to enter the RIT/SHIFT set
mode.
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select [RIT] or [SHIFT]
control to be assigned. [RIT]
• “rit nob” or “SFt nob” appears. [SHIFT]
e Rotate the tuning dial to select the condition as de- [RIT]
scribed below.
• Pushing [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. selects the default setting. [SET] [DN ▼] [▲ UP]
r Push [SET] to exit from the RIT/SHIFT set mode.

The [RIT] control functions as [RIT] The [SHIFT] control functions as

even when the SUB tuning dial [SHIFT] even when the SUB tuning
function is in use. (default) dial function is in use. (default)

The [RIT] control can be used for The [SHIFT] control can be used for
MAIN band tuning. SUB band IF shift control.

The [RIT] control can be used for The [SHIFT] control can be used for
SUB band tuning. MAIN band tuning.

The [RIT] control can be used for The [SHIFT] control can be used for
SUB band IF shift control. SUB band tuning.

■ Dial lock function

The dial lock function prevents accidental changes
caused by the tuning dial (including the SUB tuning dial FM VFO A

function).

➥ Push [SPCH•LOCK] for 1 sec. to turn the dial lock

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
function ON and OFF.
• “LOCK” indicator appears while the dial lock function is FM VFO A
VF

activated.

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
LOCK

LOCK indicatior

[SPCH•LOCK] for 1 sec.

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■ Functions for receive

◊ Volume setting
[AF] (MAIN)
➥ Rotate [AF] control for the specified operating band
(MAIN or SUB) to output a suitable audio level.

[AF] (SUB)

◊ Squelch setting

The squelch removes noise output from the speaker

[RF/SQL] (MAIN)
(closed position) when no signal is received. The
squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also avail-
able for other modes.

With the default setting, noise squelch and S-meter

squelch in FM, RF gain and S-meter squelch in
SSB/CW mode operation are assigned to [RF/SQL]
control. The assignment can be changed in the gen- [RF/SQL] (SUB)
eral set mode. (p. 56)

• When operating in FM • When operating in SSB/CW

q Rotate [RF/SQL] fully counterclockwise. q Rotate [RF/SQL] fully counterclockwise.
w Rotate [RF/SQL] clockwise to the position where w Rotate [RF/SQL] clockwise to the position where
the noise just disappears. the maximum RF gain (S-meter bar disappears),
• MAIN/SUB band indicator also goes OFF. MAIN/SUB band indicator goes OFF, and floor
noise disappears.
By rotating [RF/SQL] to a deeper position (clockwise), • With the default setting, the squelch opens at 12 o’clock
the S-meter will move and the S-meter squelch func- position, however, the squelch threshold level can be set
tion will be activated. When the S-meter squelch is ac- to 13 o’clock (1 o’clock) position in the SSB/CW set
tivated, weak signals, weaker than the S-meter mode. (p. 62)
squelch set level, are ignored. • When rotating [RF/SQL] counterclockwise, RF gain de-
creases (lower sensitivity) and the S-meter bar appears
to indicate the receivable RF signal level.

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■ RIT function
The RIT (Receive Incremental Tuning) function com- ◊ RIT variable range
pensates for off-frequencies of the communicating sta- SSB/CW mode : ±1.0 kHz in 10 Hz steps (±2.0 kHz for
tion without moving the transmit frequency. optional 1200 MHz band)
FM mode : ±5.0 kHz in 50 Hz steps (±10.0 kHz
The RIT function can be used for the MAIN band only. for optional 1200 MHz band)
The function affects the MAIN band even when ac-
cessing the SUB band. FM mode
FM RIT
q Push [RIT] to turn the RIT function ON.
• “RIT” indicator appears.
w Rotate [RIT] control to cancel the off-frequencies.
• Rotate [RIT] control to the center position, after commu- RIT variable range is displayed for 2 sec.
nication. and then returns to frequency indication.
e Push [RIT] to cancel the RIT function.
• “RIT” indicator disappears. SSB mode
USB RIT
[RIT] switch

RIT variable range is displayed for 2 sec.

and then returns to frequency indication.

[RIT] control

■ IF shift function
The IF shift function electronically changes the pass- ◊ SUB band IF shift operation
band frequency of the IF (Intermediate Frequency) and q Assign the SUB band IF shift function to either [RIT]
cuts out higher or lower frequency components of the or [SHIFT] control using the RIT/SHIFT set mode
IF to reject interference. The function shifts the IF fre- (p. 68).
quency up to ±1.2 kHz in 100 Hz steps in SSB/CW w Push [RIT] for 1 sec. to turn the SUB tuning dial
mode. The IF shift is especially useful in SSB opera- function ON.
tion and not available in FM mode. • “RIT” indicator flashes.
e Rotate [RIT] or [SHIFT] control for a minimum inter-
The IF shift function can be used for the SUB band ference signal level.
using the SUB tuning dial function (p. 24) r Push [RIT] to cancel the SUB tuning dial function.
• “RIT” indicator disappears.
◊ MAIN band IF shift operation • Set [RIT] or [SHIFT] control to the center position after
q Set the [SHIFT] control to its center position when the communication.
there is no interference.
w Rotate the [SHIFT] control to adjust for minimum in- In satellite operation mode, the SUB tuning dial
terference signal level. function cannot be activated. Therefore, the [SHIFT]
• The audio tone may change while the IF shift is in use. control acts as an IF shift for the receive band (dis-
played in the upper area).

Max. counter- Center position Max. clockwise

clockwise position position

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■ AGC time constant

The AGC (Automatic Gain Control) controls receiver
gain to produce a constant output level even when the
received signal strength is varied by fading, etc. Use
AGC slow for normal phone operation; AGC fast for re-
ceiving data and searching for signals.

➥ Push [AGC] to switch the time constant between [AGC]

fast and slow.
• “FAGC” indicator appears when AGC fast is selected.
• The AGC time constant is fixed in FM mode regardless CW VFO A

of the FAGC indicator.

The SUB band’s AGC is automatically selected as FAGC

slow in SSB and fast in CW. AGC time constant cannot
be changed in FM mode.

■ AFC function
The AFC (Automatic Frequency Control) automatically
tunes the operating frequency when receiving an off-
frequency signal or receiving signal shifts in FM or FM
narrow mode.

➥ Push [AFC/NB] to turn the AFC function ON and

OFF. [AFC/NB]
• “AFC” indicator appears when the AFC function is acti-
vated.
FM VFO A

When strong nearby signals are available, the AFC

function may tune to those signals.
AFC

■ FM center indicator
The MAIN/SUB band indicators indicate the received Flashes in 300 msec. intervals.
signal deviation in FM mode. When an off-center sig-
nal is received, the indicator flashes.

When an off-center signal is received, rotate the tun-

ing dial or use the RIT function to illuminate the indica-
tor continuously.

The FM center indicator can be turned OFF using the

FM set mode. (p. 61)

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■ Attenuator
The attenuator prevents desired signals from distort-
ing when very strong signals are near the desired fre-
quency, or when very strong electric fields, such as
from broadcasting stations are near from your location.

The attenuator can be set to both or either band sepa-

rately, and the attenuation level can be set for each [ATT]
band independently.

➥ Push [ATT] to turn the attenuator ON and OFF. CW VFO A

• “ATT” indicator appears when the attenuator is activated.

ATT
◊ Setting the attenuation level
q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired
band of the attenuation level to be set.
w Push [SET] then [ATT] to enter the attenuator set
mode. Attenuation levels
e Rotate the tuning dial to select attenuation level. 144 MHz/ 0–100% variable
• Push [M-CL 5] to return to the default value. 430(440) MHz bands Approx. 15 dB attenuation
r Push [SET] to exit the attenuator set mode. at 100% setting
1200 MHz band Approx. 20 dB fixed
NOTE: When using the noise blanker, received (optional)
audio may be distorted if they are excessively
strong.

■ Simple band scope

This function allows you to visually “sweep” an area [SWP 0]
surrounding the set frequency for other signals. De-
tected signals are indicated graphically on the S-meter.

q Set the operating frequency and mode.

w Push [SWP 0] to turn the simple band scope func-
tion ON and OFF.
• “SWP” indicator flashes when the simple band scope
function is activated.
• Detected signals are indicated using the S-meter and Shows ±10 channels around the displayed
“▼” indicator, displayed above the S-meter, shows the frequency.
center frequency (displayed frequency).
FM VFOA
• The signal availability is detected by the noise squelch
condition (open or close).
e To monitor the detected signal, rotate the tuning dial
to set the appearing “dot” of the S-meter to below SWP
the “▼” indicator.
• The frequency readout shows the detected signal fre-
quency. Indicates detected signals Sweep center

◊ Setting sweeping time interval

q Push [SET] then [SWP 0] to enter the sweep set
mode.
w Rotate the tuning dial to select sweeping time inter-
val.
• Push [M-CL 5] to return to the default value.
e Push [SWP 0] to exit the sweep set mode.

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■ Noise blanker
When operating in SSB or CW mode, pulse-type noise
may be received such as from car ignitions. In this
case, the noise blanker eliminates such noise.

The noise blanker is effective on both the MAIN and

SUB bands but cannot be used for FM, or non-pulse-
type noise. [AFC/NB]

➥ Push [AFC/NB] to turn the noise blanker function

CW VFO A
ON and OFF.
• “NB” indicator appears when the noise blanker is acti-
vated.
• The noise blanker turns ON or OFF for both bands si- NB
multaneously.

When using the noise blanker, received audio may

be distorted if the signals are excessively strong.

■ Tone squelch operation

The tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal ◊ Setting the tone squelch frequency
with the same pre-programmed subaudible tone. You The tone squelch frequencies can be independently
can silently wait for a call from group members using set for each band.
the same tone. You can check the tone frequency
using the tone scan function if desired. (p. 47) q Push [M/S•BAND] to select the band for the tone
squelch frequency to be set.
q Select the desired band by pushing [M/S•BAND]. w Push [SET] then [FM] to enter the FM set mode.
w Push [FM] to select FM mode, then set the desired e Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select tone squelch fre-
frequency. quency item.
e Push [CALL•T-SQL] for 1 sec. to activate the tone r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired tone
squelch. squelch frequency.
• “T-SQL” indicator appears. t Push [FM] to exit from the FM set mode.
r When the signal with correct tone is received, the
squelch opens and audio can be heard. Tone frequency list unit: Hz
• When a signal with incorrect tone or no tone is received,
the squelch does not open, however, the S-meter indi- 67.0 085.4 107.2 136.5 165.5 186.2 210.7 254.1
cates the signal strength. 69.3 088.5 110.9 141.3 167.9 189.9 218.1
• Push and hold [CHECK 7] to open the squelch manually 71.9 091.5 114.8 146.2 171.3 192.8 225.7
and keep pushing to monitor. 74.4 094.8 118.8 151.4 173.8 196.6 229.1
t Operate the transceiver in a normal way (push 77.0 097.4 123.0 156.7 177.3 199.5 233.6
[PTT] to transmit; release [PTT] to receive). 79.7 100.0 127.3 159.8 179.9 203.5 241.8
82.5 103.5 131.8 162.2 183.5 206.5 250.3
y Push [CALL•T-SQL] for 1 sec. to cancel the tone
squelch.
• “T-SQL” indicator disappears.
FM VFO A
[CALL•T-SQL] [FM]

T-SQL

[SET] Tuning dial [DN √]/[∫ UP]

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■ Optional DSP functions optional UT-106

To activate the following functions, the optional DSP
unit, UT-106, must be installed for both or either the
MAIN and/or SUB bands.

◊ NR (Noise Reduction) function ◊ Setting the noise reduction level

This function reduces noise components and picks out q Push [SET] then [AFC/NB•NR] to enter the noise
desired signals which are buried in noise. The received reduction set mode.
audio signals are converted to digital signals and then w Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired noise re-
the desired signals are separated from the noise. The duction level.
noise reduction function is available for all operating • Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value.
modes. e Push [AFC/NB•NR] to exit from the noise reduction
set mode.
q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the band you
wish to activate, if required.
w Push [AFC/NB•NR] for 1 sec. to turn the noise re- USB VFO A

duction function ON and OFF.

• “NR” indicator appears while the automatic notch filter is
activated. NR

[AFC/NB•NR] for 1 sec.

◊ ANF (Automatic Notch Filter) function

This function automatically attenuates beat tones, tun-
ing signals, etc., even if they are moving. The auto- Auto notch OFF Auto notch ON
matic notch filter functions in SSB/FM modes.

q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the band you Desired Desired

wish to activate, if required. signal (AF) signal (AF)
w Push [AGC•ANF] for 1 sec. to turn the automatic
notch filter function ON and OFF.
• “ANF” indicator appears while the automatic notch filter
is activated.
Unwanted tone Particular frequency
frequency is attenuated

USB VFO A

[AGC•ANF] for 1 sec. ANF

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■ Functions for transmit

◊ Output power NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the fre-
The transmit output power can be continuously ad- quency to make sure the frequency is clear before
justed with [RF PWR]. transmitting by pushing [CHECK 7].

Available power
144 MHz band : 5–100 W
430(440) MHz band : 5–75 W
1200 MHz band : 1–10 W (optional)

[RF PWR]

■ Transmission via 9–12 o’clock position is recommended for [MIC GAIN].

microphone
When transmitting with a microphone, push [PTT] and
speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.
[PTT] switch
To maximize the readability of your transmitted sig-
nal (voice), pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT].
Do not hold the microphone too close to your
mouth.

◊ Microphone gain HM-12

Rotate [MIC GAIN] clockwise to increase, counter-
clockwise to decrease the microphone gain.

■ Indications during transmit

◊ Transmit indicator
FM VFO A
The MAIN band indicator lights red while transmitting.
However, the SUB band indicator lights red during
satellite operation.
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
◊ RF power indicator
OVER

FM VFO A
VF
The S-meter for the MAIN band is used as the RF
power indicator to indicate the relative output power
level. However, the S-meter for the SUB band is used
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
as the RF power indicator during satellite operation. OVER

◊ Time-out timer S-meter while receiving

RF power indicator while transmitting
The time-out timer limits the continuously transmittable
time period, and is selectable from 3, 5, 10, 20, 30 min.
and OFF in TRANSMIT set mode. (p. 66)

◊ PTT lock function

Deactivate [PTT] and [TRANSMIT] switches. The func-
tion can be switched ON and OFF in TRANSMIT set
mode. (p. 66)
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■ FM mode operation
q Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired band. t Speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.
w Push [FM] to select FM mode. • Setting the [MIC GAIN] control to 10–12 o’clock is rec-
• “FM” indicator appears. ommended.
• Push [FM] again to select repeater operation after FM y Release [PTT] to receive.
mode selection. “DUP–” and “T” indicators appear.
[TRANSMIT] [M/S•BAND] [FM]
• Push [FM] for 1 sec. to select FM narrow mode after FM
mode selection. “FMN” indicator appears.
e Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired frequency.
r Push [PTT] to transmit.
• The MAIN band indicator lights red.

[MIC GAIN] Tuning dial

■ VOX operation (for SSB and FM)

The VOX (Voice-operated Transmission) function ◊ Adjusting the anti-VOX gain
switches between transmit and receive with your voice. q Push [SET] then [VOX] to enter the VOX set mode.
This function provides an opportunity to input log en- w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select anti-VOX gain
tries into your computer, etc., while operating. item.
• “Anti” is displayed.
q Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired band. e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the anti-VOX gain
w Push either [SSB/CW] or [FM] to select phone while receiving a signal with a suitable audio output
mode (USB, LSB or FM). level, to the point where the transceiver does not
e Push [VOX] to switch the VOX function ON and transmit with the audio output from the speaker.
OFF. • Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value.
• “VOX” indicator appears while the VOX function is acti- r Push [VOX] to exit VOX set mode.
vated.

◊ Adjusting the VOX delay

◊ Adjusting the VOX gain q Push [SET] then [VOX] to enter the VOX set mode.
q Push [SET] then [VOX] to enter the VOX set mode. w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the VOX delay
w Push [DN ▼] or [▼ UP] to select the VOX gain item. item.
•“GAIn” is displayed. • “dELAy” is displayed.
e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the VOX gain while e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the VOX delay time
speaking into the microphone at a normal voice while speaking into the microphone at a normal
level, until the transceiver begins transmitting. speed, to a convenient interval before returning to
• With too sensitive a setting, the transceiver may trans- receive.
mit with other than your voice, such as noise, receiving • Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value.
signal, etc.
r Push [VOX] to exit VOX set mode.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value.
r Push [VOX] to exit VOX set mode.

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■ Repeater operation
A repeater amplifies received signals and re-transmits !0 Push [SET] then [FM] to enter the FM set mode.
them at a different frequency. When using a repeater, !1 Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select auto repeater item.
the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive fre- • “AutorPt” is displayed.
quency by an offset frequency. !2 Rotate the tuning dial to turn the auto repeater func-
tion ON.
◊ Setting the auto repeater range U.S.A. version:
• “on1” Activates duplex only.
The auto repeater function automatically turns ON the • “on2” Activates duplex and tone.
duplex operation with specified shift direction and tone • “oFF” Auto repeater function is turned OFF.
encoder when the operating frequency is set in the de- Korea version:
sired frequency range. To activate the auto repeater • “ON” Activates duplex and tone.
function, the following operations are necessary. • “OFF” Auto repeater function is turned OFF.
!3 Push [FM] to exit from the FM set mode.
q Set one edge frequency of the desired frequency
range. NOTE: All repeater ranges for available bands must
• Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired band if required. be programmed at the same time. Otherwise, the
• Push [FM] to select FM mode if required. previously programmed ranges will be lost.
w Set the desired repeater conditions.
• Both one-touch repeater and manual repeater setting
are acceptable. ◊ Frequency range and shift direction
e Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the memory chan- • U.S.A. version
nel 1.
• The memory channel 3 or 5 is also acceptable. FREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION
r Push [MW 4] for 1 sec. to program the contents into 1145.2000–1145.4999 MHz
the memory. “DUP–” appears
1146.6100–1146.9999 MHz
• 3 beep tones may sound.
t Set the other side edge frequency of the desired 1147.0000–1147.3999 MHz “DUP+” appears
frequency range. 1442.0000–1444.9999 MHz “DUP+” appears
y Push [▲ UP] to select the memory channel 2.
1447.0000–1449.9999 MHz “DUP–” appears
• Select memory channel 4 or 6, respectively if the mem-
ory channel 3 or 5 is selected in step e. 1282.0000–1295.9999 MHz “DUP–” appears
u Push [MW 4] for 1 sec. to program the contents into
the memory. • Korea version
i Repeat steps q to u to program other ranges.
o Push [POWER] for 1 sec. to turn the power OFF FREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION
once, then push [POWER] to turn the power ON 1439.0000–1440.0000 MHz “DUP–” appears
while pushing and holding [FM] and [TONE].
• The memory channels can be used for normal operation 1290.0000–1293.0000 MHz “DUP–” appears
after programming.

◊ Setting the shift direction for the one- ◊ Manual repeater setting
touch repeater function (non-European versions)
q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired q Set the desired frequency.
frequency band. • Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired band if required.
w Push [SET] then [FM] to enter the FM set mode. • Push [FM] to select FM mode if required.
e Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select shift direction item. w Push [SPLIT•DUP] for 1 sec. to select the duplex
• “o_touch” and “rPt” are displayed. operation and the shift direction.
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired direction. • “DUP–” or “DUP+” indicator appears, depending on the
• “DUP–” or “DUP+” is selectable. selection.
• Set the offset frequency in the FM set mode, if required.
t Push [FM] to exit from the FM set mode.
e Push [TONE] to activate the tone encoder.
• “T” indicator appears.
• Set the tone frequency in the FM set mode, if required.
r Push [SPLIT•DUP] for 1 sec. and [TONE] to cancel
the duplex operation and deactivate the tone en-
coder.
• “DUP–” or “DUP+” and “T” indicators disappear.
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◊ Using the one-touch repeater function

(non-European versions) t Push [PTT] to access the repeater.
By using the pre-programmed offset frequency, shift di-
Shifts 5 MHz when transmitted.
rection and tone frequency, quick and simple repeater
operation can be made. FM DUP VFO A

The default values for offset frequency and direction

are as follows: T
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
144 MHz band : –0.600 MHz
430(440) MHz band : –5.000 MHz
1200 MHz band : –20.000 MHz (optional) y Release [PTT] to receive a signal from the repeater.
Tone frequency : 88.5 Hz u Push [FM] to cancel the duplex operation mode.
• “DUP–” and “T” indicators disappear.
q Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired frequency
band. FM VFO A
w Push [FM] to select FM mode.
e Rotate the tuning dial to input the desired repeater
frequency.
• Direct frequency input using the keypad can be used for
frequency setting.

FM VFO A

r Push [FM] to select the repeater operation mode.

• “DUP–” and “T” indicators appear.

FM DUP VFO A

◊ Setting tone frequency ◊ Setting offset frequency

(non-European versions) q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired
q Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired frequency frequency band.
band. w Push [SET] then [FM] to enter the FM set mode.
w Push [SET] then [FM] to enter the FM set mode. e Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the offset frequency
e Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the tone frequency item.
item. • “duP” and selected band (144/430(440)/1200) appear.
• “ton,” selected band (144/430(440)/1200) and “T” indi- r Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired tone fre-
cator appear. quency.
r Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired tone fre- t Push [FM] to exit from the FM set mode.
quency.
t Push [FM] to exit from the FM set mode.

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■ SSB mode operation

q Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired frequency
[TRANSMIT] [M/S•BAND] [SSB/CW]
band.
w Push [SSB/CW] to select USB or LSB mode.
• Push [SSB/CW] for 1 sec. to switch between USB and
LSB when either the USB or LSB has been selected.
e Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired frequency.
r Push [PTT] to transmit and speak into the micro-
phone at a normal voice level.
t Rotate [MIC GAIN] so that the MAIN band indicator [MIC GAIN] Tuning dial
periodically lights red brightly.
• The brightness increases when the ALC is activated.
y Release [PTT] to receive.

ALC indicator VOX function

While transmitting, the MAIN/SUB band indicator The VOX (Voice-operated Transmission) function is
shows the ALC condition. Brightness increases available for switching between transmit and receive
more than usual when the ALC function is activated. with your voice. See p. 33 for details.

■ Speech compressor
The speech compressor increases average RF output ◊ Compression level setting
power, improving signal strength and readability in q Select USB or LSB mode.
SSB. The IC-910H has a built-in, low-distortion speech w Preset the transceiver as follows:
compressor circuit. [COMP] function : OFF
[RF POWER] control : Max. counterclockwise
➥ Push [COMP] to turn the speech compressor ON e Transmit at your normal voice level.
and OFF. r Adjust the [MIC GAIN] control so that the MAIN
• Either USB or LSB should be selected. band indicator periodically lights red brightly
• “COMP” indicator appears when the speech compres-
whether or not you speak softly or loudly.
sor is activated.
t Push [COMP] to turn the speech compressor ON.
MAIN band LED y Push [SET] then [COMP] to enter the COMP set
[COMP] lights in red while transmitting. mode.
u Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the compression
level to the point where the maximum value and the
MAIN band indicator brightness does not increase,
whether or not you speak softly or loudly.
• When the MAIN band indicator continuously lights red
with increased brightness, your transmitted voice may
be distorted.
[MIC GAIN] • It’s a good idea to adjust the compressor level by moni-
toring with an other transceiver or receiver, if you have
one, or with an other station.
i Push [COMP] to exit the COMP set mode.

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■ Split frequency operation

Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and y Push [SPLIT].
receive on two different frequencies in the same fre- • “SPLIT” indicator appears.
quency band. Split frequency operation uses 2 fre- • Now you can receive on the displayed VFO and transmit
quencies, one in VFO A and the other in VFO B. on the undisplayed VFO.
• To monitor the transmit frequency, push [CHECK 7].
q Set a receive frequency in VFO mode.
• Either VFO A or VFO B can be used. USB SPLIT
VFO B
w Push [A=B 2] for 1 sec.
• The undisplayed VFO contents are cleared and equal-
ized to the displayed frequency.
e To change the receive frequency, rotate the tuning
dial. u Push [SPLIT] to cancel the split frequency opera-
tion.
USB VFO A • “SPLIT” indicator disappears.

[TRANSMIT] [SPLIT] [A=B 2]

[A/B 3]

r To replace the transmit and receive frequencies,

push [A/B 3].

USB
VFO B

Cross mode communication can be performed using

t To change the transmit frequency, rotate the tuning the split function. (e.g. USB and CW)
dial while pushing [CHECK 7].

■ Full duplex operation

The MAIN and SUB bands are activated indepen- • SUB band mute function
dently, therefore, simultaneous transmission and re- The SUB band mute function mutes receiving audio
ception in different frequency bands are possible. from the SUB band while transmitting.

q Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired frequency q Push [SET] then [TRANSMIT] to enter the TRANS-
band for transmission. MIT set mode.
• Push [V/M 1] to select VFO or memory mode, if desired. w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the SUB band
• Push [SSB/CW] or [FM] to select the desired operating mute item.
mode. • “Audio” is displayed.
w Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired frequency. e Rotate the tuning dial to turn the SUB band mute
• Direct frequency input from the keypad is also available. function ON and OFF.
e Push [SUB] to enable the SUB band access. • Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default setting.
• Push [M/S•BAND] for 1 sec. to select the desired fre- r Push [TRANSMIT] to exit from the TRANSMIT set
quency band, if desired. (when the optional UX-910 is mode.
installed.)
• Push [V/M 1] to select VFO or memory mode, if desired.
• Push [SSB/CW] or [FM] to select the desired operating
mode.
r Push [PTT] to transmit.

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■ Connections for CW
Before operating in CW, select the paddle type using e Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the paddle type
the SSB/CW set mode. item.
• “PAddLE” is displayed.
q Push [SSB/CW] to select CW mode. r Rotate the tuning dial to select the paddle type.
• “CW” indicator appears. • Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default setting.
w Push [SET] then [SSB/CW] to enter the SSB/CW t Push [SSB/CW] to exit the SSB/CW set mode.
set mode.

CW

[KEY] jack CW paddle with normal polarity (default)

Paddle
CW paddle with reverse polarity

CW paddle use as bug-key

Electronic keyer OFF (straight key)

Straight key
NOTE: A stereo plug must be used even when a
straight key is used. See page 12 or 15.

[MIC] connector
Substitute paddle function
Microphone (microphone [UP]/[DN])

NOTE: [UP]/[DN] keying does not function while

pushing [PTT] on the microphone. Push [TRANS-
MIT] on the front panel or use the semi break-in
function in this case.

■ CW mode operation
q Connect a paddle or straight key as above. y Operate the paddle or key to transmit the CW sig-
w Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired frequency nal.
band. u Push [TRANSMIT] to return to receive mode.
e Push [SSB/CW] to select CW mode.
• Push [SSB/CW] for 1 sec. to select CW narrow mode [TRANSMIT] [M/S•BAND] [SSB/CW]
after the CW mode selection when the optional CW nar-
row filter, FL-132 (for MAIN band) or FL-133 (for SUB
band), is installed.
r Rotate the tuning dial to set the operating fre-
quency.
t Push [TRANSMIT] to set the transceiver to transmit
mode.
• The MAIN band indicator lights red. Tuning dial
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◊ Setting keying speed

q Push [SET] then [SSB/CW] to enter the SSB/CW ◊ Setting side tone
set mode. q Push [SET] then [SSB/CW] to enter the SSB/CW
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the keying speed set mode.
item. w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the side tone item.
• “SPEEd” is displayed. • “SidE-t” is displayed.
e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the keying speed to e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the side tone level
the desired speed. to the desired level.
• Keying speed can be selected from 6–60 wpm. • Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value. r Push [SSB/CW] to exit the SSB/CW set mode.
r Push [SSB/CW] to exit the SSB/CW set mode.

◊ Setting semi break-in function

q Push [SET] then [SSB/CW] to enter the SSB/CW
set mode.
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the semi break-in
item.
• “br-In” is displayed.
e Rotate the tuning dial to turn the semi break-in func-
tion ON and OFF.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default setting.
r Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the delay time item.
• “dELAy” is displayed.
t Rotate the tuning dial to set the delay time to the
desired time period.
• Delay time can be selected from 2.0–13.0 sec. in
0.1 sec. steps.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value.
y Push [SSB/CW] to exit the SSB/CW set mode.

◊ Setting keying weight

q Push [SET] then [SSB/CW] to enter the SSB/CW
set mode.
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the keying weight
item.
• “rAtio” is displayed.
e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the keying weight
ratio to the desired level.
• Keying weight ratio can be selected from 1:1:2.8 to
1:1:4.5.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value.
r Push [SSB/CW] to exit the SSB/CW set mode.
KEYING WEIGHT EXAMPLE: Morse code “K”
DOT
◊ Setting CW pitch DASH (Fixed*) DASH
q Push [SET] then [SSB/CW] to enter the SSB/CW Weight setting:
set mode. 1:1:3 (default)
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the CW pitch item.
• “Pitch” is displayed. Weight setting:
e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the CW pitch to the Adjusted
desired pitch.
• CW pitch can be adjusted within 300–900 Hz range. Adjustable range SPACE (Fixed*)
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default value.
r Push [SSB/CW] to exit the SSB/CW set mode. *SPACE and DOT length can be adjusted with the
keying speed only.

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■ Memory channels Memory

Description
Channel
The IC-910H has 106 memory channels (99 for regu- Regular memory channels. Programs op-
lar, 6 scan edges and 1 call) and they are equipped for erating frequency, mode, subaudible tone
each frequency band for storing the most often used 1–99
activity with frequency and split/duplex
frequencies and operating mode, as well as tone fre- conditions.
quency, offset frequency, etc. Scan edge channels. Programs edge fre-
1A/1b–3A/3b
quencies for programmed scan.
Call channel recalls a specified fre-
quency on the instant. Programs operat-
C
ing frequency, mode, etc., and is avail-
able for each band, independently.

■ Operation on a memory
channel
Frequency and mode, etc., can be changed in a mem-
ory channel. However, they will be cleared if [MW 4] is
not pushed.

◊ Memory channel selection [DN √] [UP ∫]

q Push [V/M 1] to select memory channel mode.

• “MEMO” indicator appears.
FM VFO A
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the desired mem-
ory channel.
• Memory channel changes continuously while holding
[DN ▼] or [▲ UP].
• The tuning dial rotation while pushing [F-INP ENT] also Select memory mode
selects memory channel.
e Push [V/M 1] to return to VFO mode.
FM
MEMO

◊ During VFO mode operation

By pushing [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] during VFO mode opera- Select memory
tion, memory channel is also selectable. However, the channel
frequency readout does not change in this case, only
the memory channel number changes. USB
MEMO

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■ Programming in VFO mode

FM VFO A

Memory channel programming can be performed ei-

ther in VFO mode or in memory mode.

q Set the desired operating frequency and mode in Set desired frequency
and mode.
VFO mode.
• Push [V/M 1] to select VFO mode, if required.
USB VFO A
• Tone frequency, offset frequency, etc., can also be pro-
grammed.
• Input the frequency from the keypad
Push [F-INP ENT] ⇒ [1] ⇒ [4] ⇒ [4] ⇒ [.] ⇒ [2] ⇒ [6]
⇒ [8] ⇒ [F-INP ENT] Select desired memory
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the desired mem- channel.
ory channel to be programmed.
USB VFO A
e Push [MW 4] for 1 sec. to program the displayed
frequency and operating mode into the memory
channel.

To check the programmed contents, push [V/M 1] to Beep tones sound.

select memory mode.
USB VFO A

■ Programming in memory USB

mode MEMO

q Push [V/M 1] to select memory mode.

w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the desired mem- Select desired memory
ory channel to be programmed. channel.
• The tuning dial rotation while pushing [F-INP ENT] also
selects memory channel. FM
e Set the desired operating frequency and mode in MEMO

the memory mode.

• Tone frequency, offset frequency, etc., can also be pro-
grammed. Set desired frequency
• Set the desired operating frequency using with the key- and mode.
pad when programming into blank channels. The tuning
dial rotation for frequency setting cannot be performed USB
when a blank channel is selected. MEMO

• Input the frequency from the keypad

Push [F-INP ENT] ⇒ [1] ⇒ [4] ⇒ [4] ⇒ [.] ⇒ [1] ⇒ [6]
⇒ [4] ⇒ [F-INP ENT]
Beep tones sound.
r Push [MW 4] for 1 sec. to program the displayed
frequency and operating mode into the memory
USB
channel.
MEMO

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■ Blank channels
Memory channels 6–99 are blank channels by factory ◊ Programming a blank channel
default. They have no contents programmed. q Push [V/M 1] to select VFO mode.
w Set the desired operating frequency, mode, etc.
When a blank channel is selected, the “BLANK” indi- e Push [MW 4] for 1 sec. to program the memory
cator appears and the frequency band is displayed channel.
2 sec. after the selection. • “BLANK” indicator disappears.

MEMO

BLANK

Operating band appears

after 2 sec.

MEMO

BLANK

“--430-” appears while in 430 MHz band.

“-1200-” appears while in 1200 MHz band.

■ Frequency transferring ◊ Transferring in VFO mode

This is useful for transferring programmed contents to
The frequency and operating mode in a memory chan- VFO.
nel can be transferred to the VFO.
q Push [V/M 1] to select VFO mode.
Frequency transferring can be performed in either VFO w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the memory chan-
mode or memory mode. nel to be transferred.
• “BLANK” appears if the selected memory channel is a
◊ Transferring in memory mode blank channel. In this case transferring is impossible.
This is useful for transferring frequency and operating e Push [M≈V 6] for 1 sec. to transfer the frequency
mode while operating in memory mode. and operating mode.
• Transferred frequency and operating mode appear on
the frequency readout.
When you have changed the frequency or operat-
ing mode in the selected memory channel:
• Displayed frequency and mode are transferred. USB
MEMO
• Programmed frequency and mode in the memory
channel are not transferred, and they remain in the
memory channel.
Beep tone sounds.
q Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the memory chan-
nel to be transferred in memory mode. USB
• And, set the frequency or operating mode if required. MEMO
w Push [M≈V 6] for 1 sec. to transfer the frequency
and operating mode.
• Displayed frequency and operating mode are transferred
to the VFO. Select VFO mode.
e Push [V/M 1] to return to VFO mode.
USB VFO A

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■ Memory clearing
USB
Any unnecessary memory channels can be cleared.
MEMO
The cleared memory channels become blank chan-
nels.

q Push [V/M 1] to select memory mode. Beep tone sounds.

w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the desired mem-
ory channel to be cleared.
e Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to clear the contents. MEMO

• The programmed frequency and operating mode disap-

pear. B L AN
ANK
• “BLANK” indicator appears.
r To clear other memory channels, repeat steps w Operating band appears
after 2 sec.
and e.

MEMO

B L AN
ANK

■ Call channel
The call channel is a one-touch accessible channel for
recalling your most-often-used frequency. The IC-910H
has one call channel for each frequency band. USB VFO A

◊ Call up a call channel

B L ANK
AN

q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired

frequency band.
w Push [CALL] to select the call channel. FM
e Push [CALL] or [V/M 1] to return to previous display.

◊ Call channel programming

q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired

frequency band.
w Push [CALL] to select the call channel.
e Enter the desired frequency using the keypad.
e.g.; When programming 145.8200 MHz.
Push [F-INP ENT] ⇒ [1] ⇒ [4] ⇒ [5] ⇒ [.] ⇒ [8] ⇒
[2] ⇒ [F-INP ENT]
• Select operating mode if required.
r Push [MW 4] for 1 sec. to program the call channel.

◊ Transferring call channel contents

q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired

frequency band.
w Push [CALL] to select the call channel.
e Push [M≈V 6] for 1 sec. to transfer the call channel
contents.

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■ Memo pads Use the transceiver’s memo pads instead of relying on

hastily scribbled notes that are easily misplaced.
The IC-910H has a memo pad function for each fre-
quency band to store frequency and operating mode ◊ Writing frequencies and operating
for easy write and recall. The memo pads are separate modes into memo pads
from memory channels. You can simply store the accessed readout frequency
and operating mode by pushing [MPW 8].
The default number of memo pads is 5, however, this
can be increased to 10 in the memo pad set mode When you write a 6th (or 11th) frequency and operat-
(p. 64) if desired. ing mode, the oldest written frequency and operating
mode are automatically erased to make room for the
Memo pads are convenient when you want to memo- new settings.
rize a frequency and operating mode temporarily, such
as when you find a DX station in a pile-up, or when a Each memo pad must have its own unique combi-
desired station is busy for a long time and you want to nation of frequency and operating mode; memo
temporarily search for other stations. pads having identical settings cannot be written.

VFO or memory mode Memo pad contents

FM VFO A USB

FM

USB
When [MPW 8] is pushed, “FM 145.9200 MHz”
is programmed and the oldest memo pad is
cleared.
FM

CW

Cleared

◊ Calling up a frequency from a memo pad

You can simply call up the desired frequency and op-
erating mode of a memo pad by pushing [MPR 9].
• Both VFO and memory modes can be used.
• The frequency and operating mode are called up, starting
from the most recently written.

VFO or memory mode Memo pad contents

FM VFO A USB

FM

USB

FM

CW

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 SCANS 7
■ Scan types PROGRAMMED SCAN
Repeatedly scans between two scan edge frequencies
Scanning searches for signals automatically and (scan edge memory channels 1A/2A/3A and 1b/2b/3b).
makes it easier to locate new stations for contact or lis- This scan operates in VFO mode.
tening purposes. The IC-910H has several scan types;
programmed scan, memory scan and mode select Scan edge Scan edge
(1A/2A/3A) (1b/2b/3b)
scan.

The scanning operation can be performed indepen- Scan

dently for MAIN and SUB band. And to search a sub-
Jump
audible tone frequency for a repeater frequency, a tone
scan is also available. Scan starts from the displayed frequency or the lower
scan edge frequency.

MEMORY SCAN MODE SELECT SCAN

Repeatedly scans all programmed memory channels. Repeatedly scans all selected mode memory channels.
This scan operates in memory mode. This scan operates in memory mode.

M-CH 2 M-CH 3 M-CH 4 USB FM CW

Blank
M-CH 1 M-CH 5 FM FM

M-CH 99 M-CH 7 M-CH 6 FM FM USB

Call channels and scan edge channels are not scanned.

■ Preparation
• Squelch condition • Setting scan resume condition
Set the [RF/SQL] control as for regular operation. q Push [SET] then [SCAN .] to enter the scan set
mode.
• When receiving a signal w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the scan resume
• Scan pauses for 10 sec. when receiving a signal, then item.
resumes. • “SC-rES” is displayed.
• When a signal disappears while scan is paused, scan e Rotate the tuning dial to select scan resume condi-
resumes approx. 3 sec. later. tion from ON and OFF.
• “ON”: scan resumes, “oFF”: scan cancels
• Push [M-CL-5] for 1 sec. to return to the default setting.
• Scan resume ON/OFF r Push [SCAN .] to exit from the scan set mode.
You can select the scan to resume or cancel when re-
ceiving a signal, in the scan set mode. Scan resume • Setting scan speed
ON/OFF must be set before operating a scan. See de-
q Push [SET] then [SCAN .] to enter the scan set
tails described at right for ON/OFF setting.
mode.
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the scan speed
• Scan start/stop operation item.
Push [SCAN .] to start and cancel scanning. • “SC-SPd” is displayed.
e Rotate the tuning dial to select scan resume condi-
• Scan speed tion from HI and Lo.
Scan speed can be selected from 2 levels, high (de- • Push [M-CL-5] for 1 sec. to return to the default setting.
fault) or low, in the scan set mode. See details de- r Push [SCAN .] to exit from the scan set mode.
scribed at right.

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■ Programmed scan operation

Scans specified frequency range, programmed in the ◊ Starting the programmed scan
memory channel 1A/1b, 2A/2b and 3A/3b. Before start- q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired
ing the programmed scan, scan edges should be pro- frequency band to be scanned.
grammed in these channels. w Push [V/M 1] to select VFO mode.
e Select the desired operating mode.
◊ Selecting scanning range • The operating mode can also be changed while scan-
q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired ning.
frequency band to be scanned. r Push [SCAN .] to start the programmed scan.
w Push [SET] then [SCAN .] to enter the scan set • “SCAN” indicator flashes.
mode. • The tuning step setting is used for the scanning step.
• 1 kHz or 1 MHz tuning step can also be used as the
e Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the programmed
scanning step.
scan item.
t Push [SCAN .] to cancel the scan.
• “P-SCAn” is displayed.
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired scanning
If the same frequency is programmed into the scan
range from 1A-1b, 2A-2b and 3A-3b.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to return to the default setting. edge memory channel 1A and 1b, 2A and 2b or 3A
t Push [SCAN .] to exit from the scan set mode. and 3b, programmed scan does not start.

wSelect qSelect VFO

mode. mode. FM VFO A

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
SCAN

Flashes while scanning

eStart.
rStop.

■ Memory scan operation

Scans programmed memory channels only. Blank
qSelect memory
channels and programmed scan edge channels mode.
(1A/1b, 2A/2b and 3A/3b) are not scanned.

q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired

frequency band to be scanned.
w Push [V/M 1] to select memory mode.
e Push [SCAN .] to start the memory scan.
• “SCAN” indicator flashes.
• Pushing [SPCH•LOCK] for 1 sec. during scan starts wStart.
mode select scan and “LOCK” indicator appears. (p. 47) eStop.
r Push [SCAN .] to cancel the scan.

FM USB LSB CW N
MEMO

T- SQL ATT P.AMP AFCNB FAGC

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
SCAN

Flashes while scanning

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■ Mode select scan

Scans the memory channels, desired operating mode wSelect qSelect memory
is programmed, only. mode. mode.

q Push [M/S•BAND] or [SUB] to select the desired

frequency band to be scanned.
w Push [V/M 1] to select memory mode.
e Push [SSB/CW] or [FM] to select the desired oper-
ating mode to be scanned.
• The operating mode can also be changed during scan.
r Push [SPCH•LOCK] for 1 sec. e LOCK appears. rStart.
tStop.
• “LOCK” indicator appears.
t Push [SCAN .] to start the mode select scan.
• “SCAN” indicator flashes.
y Push [SCAN .] to cancel the scan. USB
MEMO

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
SCAN
FM VFO A
VF

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
LOCK

Flashes while scanning

■ Tone scan
The transceiver can detect a subaudible tone fre- qSelect FM mode.
quency in a received signal. By monitoring a signal that
is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you
can determine the tone frequency required to access
the repeater.

q Set the desired frequency or memory channel to be

checked for a tone frequency.
w Push [FM] to select FM mode. wStart.
eStop.
e Push [TONE] or [CALL•T-SQL] for 1 sec. to activate
the subaudible tone.
• “T” or “T-SQL” indicator appears.
FM VFO A
r Push [SCAN .] for 1 sec. to start the tone scan.
• “SCAN” indicator flashes while scanning.
• Scan stops when a subaudible tone is detected.
• Scan becomes slower or quicker, respectively when the T- SQL
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
noise squelch is open or closed. SCAN
t Push [SCAN .] for 1 sec. to cancel the scan.
Flashes while scanning
NOTE: The tone scan automatically changes tone
frequency setting to the detected tone frequency.

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■ Satellite communications outline

Both satellite mode B (435 MHz uplink, 145 MHz Orbit information
downlink) and mode J (145 MHz uplink, 435 MHz Orbit information describes satellite location, reach-
downlink) can be operated from the IC-910H, and ing angles, etc. This information may be available in
mode L can be operated when the optional UX-910 ham magazines or organization issues, such as from
1200 MHz BAND UNIT is installed. ARRL, RSGB handbook, etc.

Satellite communications is possible only when a satel- Appropriate satellite tracking software is also conve-
lite is in view and its transponder is activated. nient.

FUJI 3 (FO-29) • Mode B operating diagram

Uplink [Example]: FUJI 3 (FO-29), Mode B
Downlink • Uplink frequency:
145.9000–146.0000MHz
• Downlink frequency:
145 MHz
band 145 MHz band 435.8000–435.9000 MHz
• Tracking direction:
435 MHz 435 MHz
band
Reverse
band
• CW beacon frequency:
435.7950 MHz

■ Satellite notes
1. NEVER set the output power too high. Too much 3. Preamplifiers may be necessary to receive satellite
power will shorten the satellite’s life. signals. Optional AG-25, AG-35 and AG-1200 (for
Set your transmit power so that your downlink sig- UX-910) are available to use with the IC-910H.
nal level is lower than the beacon’s signal level. (p. 16)

2. Confirm a satellite’s operating mode in advance 4. When you use a reverse tracking satellite in SSB
through documentation (magazines, etc.) or via ap- mode, use the LSB for the uplink frequency and
propriate satellite tracking software. In the wrong USB for the downlink frequency.
mode, you cannot use the satellite even if you re- • When using a normal tracking satellite in SSB mode,
ceive its beacon signal. use USB for both the uplink and downlink frequencies.

■ Entering into the satellite e Push [SATELLITE] for 1 sec. to transfer the fre-
quencies, set in steps q and w, into the satellite
mode VFO.
• Satellite mode is automatically selected after transfer-
Operating frequencies in satellite mode can be set ring.
both before and after entering into the satellite mode. • “SATL” indicator with either “NOR” or “REV” indicator ap-
Normal and reverse tracking are available. pears.
• VFO and memory mode indications are displayed in the
◊ Transferring the VFO frequency to the SUB band (lower area) during satellite mode.
satellite VFO
q Set the downlink frequency (receive) in the MAIN
band.
w Set the uplink frequency (transmit) in the SUB band.

[SATELLITE] for 1 sec.

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■ Setting the satellite VFO

q Push [SATELLITE] to enter the satellite mode. r Push [SWP 0 Í] to enable the uplink frequency
• “SATL” indicator with either “NOR” or “REV” indicator ap- tuning.
pears. • Downlink frequency indication disappears.
w Push [V/M 1] to toggle satellite VFO and memory • Push [SWP 0 Í] again after the tuning.
mode.
• VFO or memory mode indicator is displayed in the SUB USB
band (lower area).
e Push [SCAN . Â] to enable the downlink frequency
tuning.
• Uplink frequency indication disappears. S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

• Rotate the tuning dial to set the downlink frequency and LSB
push [SSB/CW] to select the operating mode. SATL MEMO
• Push [SCAN . Â] again after the tuning.
RE V

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
USB

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB NOTE: To select the operating mode for the uplink,

LSB push [SUB] to enable the SUB band access.
SATL MEMO

RE V

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

■ Tracking selection
• Push [F-INP ENT NOR ↔ REV ] for 1 sec. to switch be- ◊ Reverse tracking
tween normal and reverse tracking. The downlink frequency follows the tuning dial rotation,
however, the uplink frequency changes in the reverse
◊ Normal tracking direction to the tuning dial rotation in the same step.
Both downlink and uplink frequencies increase or de-
crease in the same step simultaneously by tuning dial USB
rotation.
[F-INP ENT]
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

NOR LSB

SATL MEMO

RE V

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

[SATELLITE]
Satellite mode indication
Varies simultaneously

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■ Preparation u Perform a loop test.

• Set the downlink frequency (MAIN band) to a vacant fre-
q Decide on a usable satellite. quency within the satellite’s coverage.
w Confirm the approximate location of the satellite and • Push [SWP 0 Í] then, set the uplink frequency (SUB
operating mode (e.g. “B,” “J,” etc.) through docu- band) while transmitting a single tone such as a whistle
to find your downlink signal and monitor your own signal
mentation (magazine, etc.) or via appropriate satel-
correctly. Push [SWP 0 Í] after setting.
lite tracking software.
e Set the antenna direction for the desired satellite. USB
r Select satellite mode on the transceiver.
• Push [SATELLITE].
• Push [F-INP ENT NOR ↔ REV ] for 1 sec. to select track-
ing mode if desired. S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
t Select operating mode.
LSB

Downlink Uplink SATL MEMO

Satellite
(MAIN band) (SUB band) RE V

Reverse tracking type USB (or CW) LSB (or CW) S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

Normal tracking type USB (or CW) USB (or CW)

NOTE: To avoid excessive power, set the output

Downlink (receive) frequency
power so that the downlink signal strength is lower
USB
than the beacon’s strength.

USB

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

NOR LSB

SATL MEMO S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

RE V
LSB
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB SATL MEMO

RE V

Satellite mode indication Uplink (transmit) frequency S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

y Set the downlink frequency (MAIN band) to the bea- i Set the desired frequency to begin your satellite
con frequency. communications.
• Refer to a ham magazine or book for detailed informa-
• Both the downlink and uplink frequencies are changed
tion.
simultaneously.
• Adjust the antenna direction so that the S-meter shows
to its strongest level.
o When your downlink audio drifts (Doppler effect),
• The S-meter level should be noted for transmit power push [SWP 0 Í] then rotate the tuning dial to ad-
adjustment during a loop test. just the uplink frequency (SUB band) only.
Push [SWP 0 Í] again after setting.
USB • When a particular station’s audio is off frequency, use
the RIT function (push [RIT]).
!0 To exit the satellite operation, push [SATELLITE].

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB CONVENIENT: As the transceiver has 10 satellite

USB memory channels, once set, desired satellite fre-
SATL MEMO quencies can be recalled instantly.
RE V

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
NOTE: As the downlink (MAIN band) signal is ap-
plied to the SUB band unit in-circuitry in satellite
mode, an optional FL-133 CW NARROW FILTER is nec-
essary to operate CW-N mode.

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■ Satellite operation
When your own signal can be received with a loop
test, satellite communication can be performed.

q Rotate the tuning dial to re-tune the uplink fre-

quency after pushing [SWP 0 Í], when shifting a
frequency with the Doppler effect.
• The downlink frequency readout (MAIN band) disap-
pears.
w Rotate the tuning dial to re-tune the downlink fre-
quency after pushing [SCAN . Â], when the oper-
ating station’s signal frequency is shifted.
• RIT function can also be used for downlink frequency
tuning within ±1 kHz range.

■ Satellite memory
The IC-910H has 10 satellite memory channels to ◊ Satellite memory programming
memorize both uplink and downlink frequencies and q Select the desired satellite memory channel.
operating modes, etc. • Push [SATELLITE] to enter the satellite mode.
• Push [V/M 1] to select satellite VFO mode.
◊ Satellite memory selection • Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the desired satellite
q Push [SATELLITE] to enter the satellite mode. mode memory channel.
w Push [V/M 1] to select satellite memory mode. w Set the desired downlink frequency to the MAIN
• “MEMO” indicator and memory channel number are dis- band and uplink frequency to the SUB band, as well
played beside the uplink frequency (SUB band) indica- as operating mode.
tion. • Push [SCAN . Â] for downlink tuning, push [SWP 0 Í]
• Push [V/M 1] again to select satellite VFO. for uplink frequency tuning.
e Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the desired satel- • Push [SUB] before the operating mode selection when
lite mode memory channel. selecting operating mode for the uplink.
• The channels 00–09 are selectable. e Push [MW 4] for 1 sec. to program the set contents
• By pushing and holding either switch, the satellite mem- to the satellite memory channel.
ory channel changes continuously. • 3 beep tones sound.

USB NOTE: Tracking selection, normal or reverse, is not

programmed in the satellite memory channels.

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB USB
NOR LSB

SATL MEMO

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB
LSB

SATL MEMO

Satellite memory RE V
indication
S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

Select the desired

satellite memory

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■ Functions for AFSK

The IC-910H does not have an FSK mode for RTTY, OPERATION NOTES FOR 9600 bps
AMTOR, PACKET, etc., however, you can operate • Set the transceiver to 9600 bps data mode.
these using AFSK in SSB or FM mode. - See p. 57.
• Set AFSK/GMSK output level of the terminal unit to
The transceiver accepts data speed of up to 9600 bps. 0.4 V p-p (0.2 V rms).
When using 9600 bps, set the transceiver to the 9600 - When exceeding 0.5 V p-p (0.25 V rms), the trans-
bps data mode using the general set mode. (p. 57) ceiver’s modulation limiter stops modulation.
- At this time, the [RX/TX] indicator’s brightness fades.
When operating AFSK, connect external equipment to • AF output from the transceiver is continuous and is
the DATA (MAIN or SUB) or ACC socket on the rear not cut by the squelch circuit.
panel, or to the microphone connector on the front
panel as in the diagram below.

■ Connections for AFSK

◊ Connections via [DATA] socket
Use FM mode for 9600 bps operation.
Use SSB or FM mode for 1200 bps operation.

•9600 bps connection •1200 bps connection

TNC TNC
Shielding cable Shielding cable
TX AUDIO TX AUDIO
q DATA IN GND q DATA IN GND
w GND w GND

e PTT r DATA OUT e PTT

y SQ*
y SQ*

RX AUDIO RX AUDIO
t AF OUT
PTT PTT

[DATA] socket SQL* [DATA] socket SQL*

(Rear panel view) (Rear panel view)
* Connect the SQL line when required. * Connect the SQL line when required.

◊ Connections via [ACC(1)] socket or [MIC] connector

Use FM mode for 9600 bps operation.
Use SSB or FM mode for 1200 bps operation.

•Connection via [ACC(1)] connector

A
B TNC
2
(Rear panel 4 5 C A AFSK output TX AUDIO
view)
1 8 3 D
6 7
B GND
E
F* C AF input RX AUDIO
(1200 bps)

•Connection via [MIC] connector D PTT PTT

A E GND GND
C
(Front panel 1 7 B F Squelch input SQL*
2 8 6 E
view) 3 5 D
4

F* * Connect the SQL line when required.

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■ Operating mode notes ■ Operating frequency notes

Use FM mode for 9600 bps operation. ◊ Operating notes for RTTY and AMTOR
Use SSB or FM mode for 1200 bps operation. RTTY or AMTOR operating frequency in LSB mode
differs from the displayed frequency.
[Your operating freq.] = [Displayed freq.] – 2125 Hz
(when the frequencies of the RTTY demodulator in
your TNC or TU are — mark = 2125 Hz and space =
2295 Hz).

◊ Operating notes for PACKET

PACKET operating frequency in LSB mode differs from
the displayed frequency.
[Your operating freq.] = [Displayed freq.] – 2125 Hz
(when the frequencies of the PACKET demodulator in
your TNC are — 2125 Hz/2315 Hz).

◊ Frequency setting example for AFSK

- When operating RTTY at 144.090 MHz:
Set “LSB 144.092125 MHz” (if you use mark=2125 Hz
and space=2295 Hz).
- When operating PACKET at 144.110 MHz:
Set “LSB 144.112215 MHz” (if you use
2115 Hz/2315 Hz).

■ AFSK operation
Connect external equipment to either the [DATA] IMPORTANT:
(MAIN or SUB) or [ACC(1)] socket as described on the • Remove the microphone from the [MIC] connector
previous page. Set the ACC socket using the general when operating below 1200 bps rate to protect
set mode in advance when you operate via the ACC from noise coming from the microphone.
socket. (See below.) • During 9600 bps rate operation, noise signals from
the microphone may not effect PACKET signals.
q Push [M/S•BAND] to select the desired frequency However, PACKET signal transmission is inter-
band. rupted when [PTT] is pushed.
w Push [FM] or [SSB/CW] to select the desired oper- • Remove the ACC plug, or turn the TNC power OFF
ating mode. during phone operation (SSB or FM). The modula-
• LSB is normally used. tion input from the [ACC(1)] socket is always ap-
• FM is used for PACKET. plied to the modulation circuit.
e Adjust the audio output level with [AF] control.
• Use [RF/SQL] when required.
◊ Connections via front panel
r Adjust the desired RF output power.
• When using the [MIC] connector for external equipment
When connecting a TNC or Scan converter, etc. to the
connection, the [MIC GAIN] control should be adjusted. [MIC] connector, [MIC GAIN] and [AF] adjustments are
t Select operating mode. required. The [MIC] connector accepts up to 1200 bps.
y Control the transceiver from the connected PC or Use SSB or FM mode for operation.
TNC (TU).
[MIC GAIN] and [AF] control adjustments are re-
qSelect wSelect desired quired.
band. mode.

eAdjust for max.

detected level.

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◊ Adjusting the transmit signal output

from the TNC
When setting the data transmission speed to 9600
bps, the data signal coming from the TNC is applied
exclusively to the internal limiter circuitry to control the
transmission.

NEVER apply data levels from the TNC of over

0.6 V p-p, otherwise the transceiver automatically
cancels the transmission.

1. When using a level meter or synchroscope, ad-

just the TX audio output level (DATA IN level)
from the TNC as follows.
0.4 V p-p (0.2 V rms): recommended level
0.2–0.5 V p-p (0.1–0.25 V rms): acceptable level

2. When NOT using a measurement device.

q Connect the transceiver to a TNC.
w Enter a test mode (“CAL”, etc.) to the TNC, then
transmit some test data.
e When the transceiver fails to transmit the test
data or transmits sporadically (TX indicator does
not appear or flashes):
- Decrease the TNC output level until the trans-
mit indicator lights continuously.
When transmission is not successful even though
the TX indicator lights continuously:
- Increase the TNC output level.

■ Setting the ACC socket

When operating AFSK, set the specifications of the NOTE: Select “nor” (normal) when operating data
ACC socket to fit your TNC or scan converter in ad- mode in satellite mode.
vance.
r Push [▲ UP] to select the modulation signal input
q Push [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the set mode. level setting item, then rotate the tuning dial to se-
w Push [DN ▼] or [▲ UP] to select the 9600 bps data lect from “HI” and “Lo” (sub).
mode setting item, then rotate the tuning dial to turn • “ACC.t-AF” is displayed.
the 9600 bps rate ON and OFF • HI: 200 mV rms, Lo: 2 mV rms
Push [SWP 0] again after setting. • Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec to return to the default setting.
• “9600” is displayed. • This setting is ignored when 9600 bps data mode (w) is
• 9600 bps data rate is selected when ON, and a slower selected and 1.0 V p-p is set as a fixed value.
data rate is selected when OFF is selected. t Push [SET] to exit from the set mode.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec to return to the default setting.
e Push [▲ UP] to select ACC socket pins 5 and 6 set-
ting item, then rotate the tuning dial to select from
“nor” (normal) and “Sub” (sub).
• “ACC P5.6” is displayed.
• When “nor” (normal) is selected, the ACC socket (pins 5
and 6) outputs MAIN band signals. When “Sub” is se-
lected, the ACC socket outputs SUB band signals.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec to return to the default setting.

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■ Set mode description
Set mode is used for programming infrequently
changed values or conditions of functions. The SCAN

IC-910H has a regular set mode and additional 12 in-

dependent set modes for simple condition changing.

◊ Set mode operation e Push [DN Z] or [UP Y] to select the desired item.
q Push [SET] for 1 sec. to enter the general set mode. r Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
w Push [DN Z] or [UP Y] to select the desired item. • Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to select a default condition or
e Set the desired condition using the tuning dial. value.
• Push [M-CL 5] for 1 sec. to select a default condition or
value.
r Push [SET] to exit the set mode.
SCAN SCAN

◊ Independent set mode operation

q Push [SET].
FM VFO A

t Push the applicable switch, pushed in step w, or

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB [SET] to exit the set mode.
SET
FM VFO A

FM VFO A

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

FM VFO A

w Push 1 of following switches/keys to enter the inde-

pendent set mode. S 1 3 5 7 9 20 40 60dB

[SPCH], [FM], [SSB/CW], [SCAN], [MPW], [COMP],

[VOX], [TRANSMIT], [NR], [RIT], [ATT], [SWP]

•SET MODE FLOW CHART

q w e r
Push [SET] for 1 sec. General set mode appears. Select set mode item. Select condition. Exit set mode.

Tuning dial Push applicable

key or [SET] key.

q w Independent e r t
Push [SET] momentarily. set mode Select set mode item. Select condition. Exit set mode.
appears.
applicable applicable

Push applicable key Tuning dial Push applicable

key or [SET] key.

applicable keys

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■ General set mode

Display backlight brightness
Adjust backlight brightness for the function display to
the desired level within 0 (dark) to 100 (bright) range.

Beep tone
Adjust key touch beep output level to the desired level
within 0 (no output) to 100 (max. output) range.

RF/SQL control assignment

Assign [RF/SQL] control function from rF/SqL, Auto
and SqL.
• rF/SqL : RF gain and squelch controls are combined
for SSB/CW mode. Acts as squelch control
for FM mode.
• Auto : Acts as either an RF gain or squelch control
depending on operating mode.
• SqL : Acts as squelch control for all modes. RF
gain is set to maximum level in this setting.

Peak hold function

Turn the S-meter peak hold function ON or OFF.
The peak level is indicated for approx. 0.5 sec. when
this function is activated.

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Microphone UP/DN speed

Select continuous changing speed with microphone’s
[UP]/[DN] operation from high and low.
Tuning step selection HI Lo
Below 1 kHz 50 steps/sec. 25 steps/sec.
Above 1 kHz below 1 MHz 20 steps/sec. 10 steps/sec.
1 MHz or Memory Channel 5 steps/sec. 2.5 steps/sec.

9600 bps data transmission

Turn the 9600 bps data transmission capability ON
and OFF.
• on : For 9600 bps data transmission. 9600

• oFF : For the regular audio (or slower data) trans-

mission only.

Auto TS function
Turn the auto TS function ON and OFF.
This function temporarily changes tuning step when
rotating the tuning dial quickly.
The auto TS function automatically selects a 10 or
50 Hz tuning step, when 1 or 10 Hz tuning step is
used for regular operation, respectively.

Fine tuning indication

Turn the fine tuning indication (10 and 1 Hz digit indi-
cation) during the tuning dial rotation ON and OFF.

Headphone audio
Switch the audio output separation capability for the
headphones ON and OFF.
• on : The MAIN and SUB band audio is sepa-
rated in right (MAIN) and left (SUB) chan-
nels when using stereo headphones.
• oFF : The MAIN and SUB band audio is mixed.

ACC socket Pin 5 and Pin 6

Select the band for output signals from the ACC
socket pins 5 (AF) and 6 (SQL) from normal and sub.
• nor : Outputs MAIN band’s signals.
• Sub : Outputs SUB band’s signals.

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ACC socket Pin 8

Assign the ACC socket pin 8 action/connection from
ALC and microphone up/down.
• ALC : Inputs ALC signal.
• ud : Inputs up/down signals from the microphone.

ACC socket Pin 4/DATA socket Pin 1

Select modulation signal input level from high and
low.
• HI : High modulation signal level (200 mV rms)
• Lo : Low modulation signal level (2 mV rms)

ACC socket Pin 3 for 144 MHz band

Switch the SEND signal output for 144 MHz band op-
eration ON and OFF.

ACC socket Pin 3 for 430(440) MHz band

Switch the SEND signal output for 430(440) MHz
band operation ON and OFF.

ACC socket Pin 3 for 1200 MHz band

Switch the SEND signal output for 1200 MHz band
operation ON and OFF.

Preamplifier controller for 144 MHz

Switch the preamplifier control capability ON and
OFF. When using the optional AG-25, ON must be se- P.AMP P.AMP

lected. Otherwise, the preamplifier is never activated.

DO NOT connect any equipment, such as an SWR

or power meter, between the transceiver and pre-
amplifier. In such case, the preamplifier may not
activate properly.

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Preamplifier controller for 430(440) MHz

Switch the preamplifier control capability ON and
OFF. When using the optional AG-35, ON must be se- P.AMP P.AMP

lected. Otherwise, the preamplifier is never activated.

DO NOT connect any equipment, such as an SWR

or power meter, between the transceiver and pre-
amplifier. In such case, the preamplifier may not
activate properly.

Preamplifier controller for 1200 MHz

Switch the preamplifier control capability ON and
OFF. When using the optional AG-1200, ON must be P.AMP P.AMP

selected. Otherwise, the preamplifier is never acti-

vated.

DO NOT connect any equipment, such as an SWR

or power meter, between the transceiver and pre-
amplifier. In such case, the preamplifier may not
activate properly.

CI-V address
To distinguish between equipment, each CI-V trans-
ceiver has its own Icom standard address in hexa-
decimal code. The IC-910H’s address is 60H.
When 2 or more IC-910Hs are connected to an op-
tional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER, select a different
address for each IC-910H in the range 01H to 7FH.

CI-V baud rate

Select transfer rate for CI-V remote control from Auto,
300, 1200, 4800, 9600 and 19200 bps.

CI-V transceive
Transceive operation is possible with the IC-910H
connected to other Icom transceivers or receivers.

When “on” is selected, changing the operating fre-

quency, operating mode, etc. on the IC-910H auto-
matically changes those of connected transceivers (or
receivers) and vice versa.

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■ FM set mode
Offset frequency for 144 MHz
Set the offset frequency for duplex (repeater) opera-
tion within 0–10.00000 MHz range.
This item is displayed when the 144 MHz band is ac- FM

cessed, including the SUB band access capability.

• Default value: 0.6000

Offset frequency for 430(440) MHz

Set the offset frequency for duplex (repeater) opera-
tion within 0–10.00000 MHz range.
This item is displayed when the 430(440) MHz band FM

is accessed, including the SUB band access capabil-

ity.
• Default value: 5.0000

Offset frequency for 1200 MHz

Set the offset frequency for duplex (repeater) opera-
tion within 0–100.00000 MHz range.
This item is displayed when the 1200 MHz band is FM

accessed, including the SUB band access capability.

• Default value: 20.0000

Tone encoder frequency for 144 MHz

(non-European versions)
Select tone encoder frequency for accessing a re-
peater, etc. from one of 50 available tone frequencies. FM

This item is displayed when the 144 MHz band is ac-

cessed, including the SUB band access capability. T

• Default value: 88.5

Tone encoder frequency for 430(440) MHz

(non-European versions)
Select tone encoder frequency for accessing a re-
peater, etc. from one of 50 available tone frequencies. FM

This item is displayed when the 430(440) MHz band is

accessed, including the SUB band access capability. T

• Default value: 88.5

Tone encoder frequency for 1200 MHz

(non-European versions)
Select tone encoder frequency for accessing a re-
peater, etc. from one of 50 available tone frequencies. FM

This item is displayed when the 1200 MHz band is

accessed, including the SUB band access capability. T

• Default value: 88.5

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Tone squelch frequency for 144 MHz

Select tone squelch frequency from one of 50 avail-
able tone frequencies.
This item is displayed when the 144 MHz band is ac- FM

cessed, including the SUB band access capability. T-SQ

SQL

• Default value: 88.5

Tone squelch frequency for 430(440) MHz

Select tone squelch frequency from one of 50 avail-
able tone frequencies.
This item is displayed when the 430(440) MHz band FM

is accessed, including the SUB band access capabil- T-SQ

SQL

ity.
• Default value: 88.5

Tone squelch frequency for 1200 MHz

Select tone squelch frequency from one of 50 avail-
able tone frequencies.
This item is displayed when the 1200 MHz band is FM

accessed, including the SUB band access capability. T-SQ

SQL

• Default value: 88.5

One-touch repeater shift direction DUP DUP

(non-European versions)
Select shift direction for one-touch repeater function
from DUP– and DUP+. FM FM

Auto repeater function Korea version:

(U.S.A. and Korea versions) • “ON” Activates duplex and tone.
Turn the auto repeater function ON and OFF. • “OFF” Auto repeater function is turned OFF.
To activate the auto repeater function, ON must be
selected in this setting after programming the auto re-
peater frequency range. (p. 34)
FM FM

U.S.A. version:
• “on1” Activates duplex only.
• “on2” Activates duplex and tone.
• “oFF” Auto repeater function is turned OFF.

FM center indicator
Turn the FM center indication ON and OFF.
When the indication is turned ON and the received
signal is off-center in FM mode, the receive indicator FM FM

(green) flashes.

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■ SSB/CW set mode

Squelch threshold
Select the squelch threshold level from 12 and 13 o’-
clock.
• 12 : The squelch closes around the 12 o’clock po-
sition of the [SQL] control.
• 13 : The squelch closes around the 13 o’clock po-
sition of the [SQL] control.

Carrier frequency
Adjust the carrier frequency for SSB (USB/LSB)
mode operation within –200 to +200 Hz range in
10 Hz steps. USB LSB USB LSB

CW pitch frequency
Adjust the CW pitch frequency within 300 to 900 Hz
range in 10 Hz steps.
CW

CW keying speed adjustment

Adjust the built-in electric keyer keying speed to the
desired level within 6 to 60 WPM range.
CW CW

Semi break-in
Turn the semi break-in function ON and OFF.

CW CW

CW break-in delay
Adjust the CW break-in delay time to the desired level
within 2.0 to 13.0 sec. range in 0.1 sec. steps.
CW CW

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AF control relation
Turn the relation of [AF] control for CW side tone out-
put level ON and OFF.
• on : CW side tone output level is adjustable via CW CW

[AF] control adjustment.

• oFF : CW side tone output level is fixed regard-
less of [AF] control setting.

CW side tone output level

Adjust the CW side tone output to the desired level
within 0 (no output) to 100 (maximum output) range.
CW CW

Key type
Select the key type from normal, reverse, bug, OFF
and microphone [UP]/[DN].
•n : Use built-in electronic keyer. CW CW

•r : Use built-in electronic keyer with reversed

polarity.
• buG : Use built-in electronic keyer as bug key.
• oFF : Use external electronic keyer or straight key.
• ud : Use microphone’s [UP]/[DN] as a paddle.

CW dot-dash ratio
Adjust the CW dot-dash ratio to the desired level
within 1:1:2.8 to 1:1:4.5 range.
CW

C/N type for 1200 MHz

USB LSB CW FM
Select the C/N type for the 1200 MHz band operation
from type 1 and 2.
• tyPE 1 : Provides better characteristics for nearby in-
terference in FM mode operation.
• tyPE 2 : Provides lower noise level just around the
signal in SSB/CW mode operation.
This item is displayed only when the optional UX-910
is installed.

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■ Scan set mode

Programmed scanning range
Select the programmed scan range from 1A-1b, 2A-
2b and 3A-3b. SCAN SCAN

• 1A-1b : Scans within the range programmed in the

memory channel 1A and 1b.
• 2A-2b : Scans within the range programmed in the
memory channel 2A and 2b.
• 3A-3b : Scans within the range programmed in the
memory channel 3A and 3b.

Scan resume condition

Select the scan resume condition from ON and OFF.
• on : Scan resumes. SCAN SCAN

• oFF : Scan cancels when a signal is received.

Scanning speed
Select the scanning speed from high and low.
SCAN SCAN

Scan type HI Lo
Memory scan (Mode select) 20 CH/sec. 10 CH/sec.
Prog. scan (TS<1 kHz) 50 steps/sec. 25 steps/sec.
Prog. scan (TS>1 kHz) 20 steps/sec. 10 steps/sec.
Tone scan 20 steps/sec. 10 steps/sec.

■ Memo pad set mode

Number of memo pad channels
Select the number of memo pad channels available
from 5 and 10.
•5 : 5 memo pad channels can be used.
• 10 : 10 memo pad channels can be used.

■ Compressor set mode

Compression level
Adjust the compression level for the speech com-
pressor to the desired level within 0–100% range. COMP
MP

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■ VOX set mode

VOX sensitivity
Adjust the VOX sensitivity within 0–100% range.
VOX

VOX delay time

Adjust the transmit-to-receive switching delay to the
desired level within 0.0 sec. to 2.0 sec. range in VOX

0.1 sec. steps.

Anti VOX
Adjust the anti VOX gain within 0–100% range.
VOX

■ Attenuator set mode

Attenuation level for 144 MHz
Adjust the attenuation level to the desired level within
0–100% range for the 144 MHZ band operation.

Attenuation level for 430(440) MHz

Adjust the attenuation level to the desired level within
0–100% range for the 430(440) MHZ band operation.

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■ Transmit set mode

Time-out timer
Select the time period for the time-out timer function
from OFF, 3, 5, 10, 20 and 30 min.

PTT lock
Turn the transmission inhibit capability ON and OFF.
Any control for transmission is inhibited when this
item is ON.

SUB band mute

Turn the SUB band audio mute function ON and OFF.
The SUB band audio is muted while transmitting
SUB SUB

when this function is turned ON.

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■ NR set mode
Noise reduction level for 144 MHz
Adjust the noise reduction level to the desired level NR
within 0–15 for the 144 MHz band operation.
Adjust it to the level that noise signals are reduced,
and received audio has no distortion.

This item is displayed only when the optional UT-106

is installed.

Noise reduction level for 430(440) MHz

Adjust the noise reduction level to the desired level NR
within 0–15 for the 430(440) MHz band operation.
Adjust it to the level that noise signals are reduced,
and received audio has no distortion.

This item is displayed only when the optional UT-106

is installed.

Noise reduction level for 1200 MHz

Adjust the noise reduction level to the desired level NR
within 0–15 for the 1200 MHz band operation.
Adjust it to the level that noise signals are reduced,
and received audio has no distortion.

This item is displayed only when the optional UT-106

is installed.

■ SWP set mode

Sweeping interval
Select the sweeping interval for the simple band
scope function from 3, 5 and 10 sec. SWP

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■ RIT/SHIFT set mode

RIT control assignment
Assign [RIT] control function from rit, dIAL, SubdIAL
and Sub-SFt.
• rit : [RIT] control functions as RIT control.
• dIAL : [RIT] control functions as tuning dial for
MAIN band.
• SubdIAL : [RIT] control functions as tuning dial for
SUB band.
• Sub-SFt : [RIT] control functions as IF shift control
for SUB band.

SHIFT control assignment

Assign [SHIFT] control function from SFt, Sub-SFt,
dIAL and SubdIAL.
• SFt : [SHIFT] control functions as IF shift con-
trol.
• Sub-SFt : [SHIFT] control functions as IF shift con-
trol for SUB band.
• dIAL : [SHIFT] control functions as tuning dial
for MAIN band.
• SubdIAL : [SHIFT] control functions as tuning dial
for SUB band.

RIT indication
Turn the RIT adjusting value indication ON and OFF.
The value is displayed while adjusting when this func-
tion is turned ON.

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■ Speech set mode

Output level
Adjust the speech audio output level within 0 (no out-
put) to 100 (maximum output) range.
• Default value: 50

Announcement language
Select the announcement language from English,
Japanese and OFF.
• EnG : Announces in English.
• JPn : Announces in Japanese
• oFF : No announcement.

Announcement speed
Select the announcement speed from high and low.
• HI : Faster announcement.
• Lo : Slower announcement.

S-meter level announcement

Turn the S-meter level announcement capability ON
and OFF.
• on : Announces S-meter level with the operating
frequency.
• oFF : Announces the operating frequency only.

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■ Internal view
• Top view — PA unit

DC power
connector

Circuitly fuse
(FGB 4 A)

Cooling fan

• Bottom view — PLL/MAIN unit

J1801
for UT-102
PLL unit connection

DSP unit SSB filter

(MAIN band)

CW-N filter
(MAIN band)

PLL ref. signal

(for UX-910) CW-N filter
(SUB band)

DSP unit
SSB filter
(SUB band)

MAIN unit

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■ Opening the transceiver’s case

Follow the case and cover opening procedures
shown here when you want to install an optional
unit or adjust the internal units, etc.

q Remove the 5 screws from the top of the

transceiver and the 4 screws from the sides,
then lift up the top cover.
Disconnect the
w Turn the transceiver upside down. speaker cable.
e Remove the 5 screws from the bottom of the
transceiver, then lift up the bottom cover.

CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power

cable from the transceiver before performing
any work on the transceiver. Otherwise, there
is a danger of electric shock and/or equipment
damage.

◊ Opening the PA unit cover grounding plate

q Remove the 8 screws and grounding plate from the
PA unit cover.
w Remove fastening tape from the inside power
cable.

e Slide the PA unit cover as shown below.

■ UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT

The UT-102 announces the accessed readout’s fre-
quency, mode, etc. (S-meter level can also be an-
nounced—p. 69) in a clear, electronically-generated
UT-102
voice, in English (or Japanese).
➥ Push [SPCH] to announce the frequency, etc.

q Remove the bottom cover as shown above.

• Remove the UX-910 if you have installed it. (p. 73)
J1801
w Remove the protective paper attached to the bot-
tom of the UT-102 to expose the adhesive strip.
e Plug UT-102 into J1801 on the MAIN unit as shown
in the diagram at right.
r Return the bottom cover to its original position.
MAIN unit
t Set the speech level, announcement language and
S-meter announcement in the speech set mode
(p. 69) if desired.
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■ UT-106 DSP UNIT

The UT-106 provides AF DSP functions such as noise
reduction and auto notch. ◊ Installing 2nd DSP unit (rear panel side)
q Remove the top and bottom covers.
Up to 2 DSP units can be installed for simultaneous • Remove the UX-910 if you have installed it. (p. 73)
DSP operation for both MAIN and SUB bands. w Remove the shielding plate.
e Remove the connection cable from J1761 on the
When only 1 DSP unit is installed, DSP functions can MAIN unit. Connect the cable into J1 on the
be operated in either the MAIN or SUB band, UT-106.
whichever is being accessed.
The cable between J1221 on the MAIN and J1
NOTE: The insulating soft case is not used with the on the DSP unit, must be set in the groove of the
IC-910H. chassis (see diagram below).
Otherwise, the cable may be damaged when re-
RECOMMENDATION: turning the shield plate to its original position.
When installing only 1 DSP unit, you can install into
either front or rear panel side. However, installing a r Plug the connection cable (P1) from the UT-106 to
DSP unit into the front panel side may be easier and J1761 on the MAIN unit.
also safer. t Plug the flat cable into J3 on the UT-106 and to
J1781 on the MAIN unit.
• Take care of the conductor direction.
◊ Installing 1st DSP unit (front panel side) • Attach the Velcro tape to the UT-106 and PLL unit
q Remove the top and bottom covers. shielding plate.
• Remove the UX-910 if you have installed it. (p. 73) y Return the shielding plate, top cover and bottom
w Remove the shielding plate. cover to their original positions.
e Remove the connection cable from J1751 on the
MAIN unit. Connect the cable into J1 on the Set cable into the groove.
UT-106.
r Plug the connection cable (P1) from the UT-106 to
J1
J1751 on the MAIN unit. Shielding plate
t Plug the flat cable into J3 on the UT-106 and to
J1771 on the MAIN unit.
• Take care of the conductor direction. PLL unit
• Attach the Velcro tape to the UT-106 and PLL unit
shielding plate. J3 J1
UT-106
y Return the shielding plate, top cover and bottom
cover to their original positions.
J1781
Shielding plate PLL unit

P1

J1761
Take care of the
UT-106 J3 conductor direction.
J1 P1
MAIN unit
J1751
J1771

Take care of the

conductor direction. MAIN unit

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 OPTION INSTALLATIONS 11

■ UX-910 1200 MHz BAND UNIT

The UX-910 is a band unit for 1200 MHz band opera- r Place the UX-910 using the supplied 4 screws.
tion. FM, SSB (USB/LSB), CW and CW narrow mode
BE CAREFUL not to drop the supplied screws
operations are available.
inside the transceiver.
q Remove the bottom cover as shown in the diagram
on p. 71.
w Remove the antenna plate from the chassis using
a standard screw driver.
WARNING!
Antenna plate
NEVER attempt to remove the antenna plate
using your finger, this may result in injury.
UX-910
e Connect the FFC (Flexible Flat Cable) of the
UX-910 to J2 on the MAIN unit, DC power cable to
the power connector (W305) from the PA unit and
the coaxial cable to the J541 on the PLL unit.
CAUTION
NEVER catch the cables from the optional DSP
unit(s) between chassis and the UX-910, this
may damage the DSP unit(s) and/or transceiver. UX-910

Coaxial cable J2 Flexible flat cable

MAIN unit
PLL unit
J541 Turn the flexible flat cable up under the UX-910.

t Return the bottom cover to its original position.

UX-910

DC power cable

J2

Flexible flat cable

Power connector

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 11 OPTION INSTALLATIONS

■ CR-293 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT

By installing the CR-293, the total frequency stability t Unsolder the original reference crystal, then remove
of the transceiver will be improved. it.
• The original reference crystal unit is soldered at both top
q Remove the bottom cover as shown in the diagram and bottom sides of the PCB (Printed Circuit Board).
on p. 71.
• Remove the UX-910 if you have installed it. (p. 73)
Unsolder the
w Remove the 6 screws from the PLL shield cover, original
CR-293
then lift up the PLL shield cover. crystal.
Original crystal

J501

J1051

Flexible flat cable

PLL shield
cover

y Install the CR-293 and solder the leads.

e Disconnect the FFC (Flexible Flat Cable) from the u Return the PLL unit, PLL shield cover and bottom
DISPLAY unit and the connection cable connectors cover to their original positions.
from J501 and J1051 on the MAIN unit.
r Remove the 5 screws from the PLL unit, then lift up
Original crystal soldering point
the PLL unit.

CR-293 soldering
points

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 OPTION INSTALLATIONS 11

■ FL-132/FL-133 CW NARROW FILTER

The IC-910H has a CW narrow mode to provide bet-
ter S/N (Signal-to-Noise), or to reject interference. To
operate the CW narrow mode, an optional CW narrow
filter is necessary.
PLL unit
NOTE: For CW narrow mode during satellite opera-
tion, the FL-133 (for SUB band filter) is necessary
J501
since the SUB band circuit is used for receiving, al-
though the MAIN band display shows receive fre-
J1051
quency.
MAIN unit

Passband width
FILTER
at –6 dB at –60 dB
Built-in filter 2.3 kHz 4.2 kHz
Clips
FL-132/133 500 Hz 1.34 kHz
t Install FL-132 or FL-133 to the specified position on
the MAIN unit.
q Remove the bottom cover as shown in the diagram
on p. 71.
• Remove the UX-910 if you have installed it. (p. 73)
w Disconnect the connection cable connectors from
J501 and J1051 on the MAIN unit.
e Remove the 2 clips.
WARNING!
BE CAREFUL not to pinch your finger with the FL-132
(MAIN)
clip.
r Remove the 6 screws from the MAIN unit, then lift FL-133
up the MAIN unit. (SUB)

y Solder then cut the leads, keeping 2–3 mm (1⁄8″) of

the leads from the bottom of the MAIN unit.
u Return the MAIN unit and clips to their original posi-
tions.
i Re-connect the connection cable connector to J501
and J1051 on the MAIN unit.
o Return the bottom cover to the original position.

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 11 MAINTENANCE

■ Troubleshooting
The following chart is designed to help you correct If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem or
problems which are not equipment malfunctions. solve it through the use of this chart, contact your near-
est Icom Dealer or Service Center.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.

Power does not come on • DC power cable is improperly connected. • Reconnect the DC power cable correctly. –
POWER

when [POWER] is pushed. • Fuse is blown. • Check the cause, then replace the fuse with a p. 77
spare one. (Fuses are installed in the DC power
cable and the internal PA unit.)
No sounds comes from • Volume level is too low. • Rotate [AF] clockwise to obtain a suitable listen- p. 26
the speaker. ing level.
• The squelch is closed. • Rotate [RF/SQL] to 12 o’clock position to open p. 26
the squelch.
• The transceiver is in the transmitting condition. • Push [TRANSMIT] to receive or check the SEND pgs.
line of an external unit, if desired. 2, 13
Sensitivity is low. • The antenna is not connected properly. • Reconnect to the antenna connector. –
• The attenuator is activated. • Push [ATT] to turn the attenuator OFF. p. 29
RECEIVE

• The S-meter squelch is activated. • Rotate [RF/SQL] to the position where the noise p. 26
just disappears.
Received audio is dis- • Incorrect sideband (USB/LSB) is selected. • Switch USB and LSB by pushing [SSB/CW] for p. 23
torted. 1 sec.
• Receiving an FM signal. • Push [FM] to select FM mode. p. 23
• Noise blanker is activated. • Push [AFC/NB] to turn the noise blanker function p. 30
OFF.
• Noise reduction is activated. • Set the noise reduction level in the NR set mode p. 31
for maximum readability using [SET] and
[AFC/NB•NR], or turn OFF the function by push-
ing [AFC/NB•NR] for 1 sec.
Transmitting is impossible. • PTT lock function is activated. • Turn the PTT lock function OFF in the TRANSMIT p. 66
set mode using [SET] and [TRANSMIT].
Output power is too low. • [RF PWR] is set too far counterclockwise. • Rotate [RF PWR] clockwise. p. 32
• [MIC GAIN] is set too far counterclockwise. • Rotate [MIC GAIN] clockwise. p. 32
No contact possible with • Split frequency operation or duplex operation is • Push [SPLIT] momentarily or for 1 sec. to turn the p. 37
TRANSMIT

another station. activated. split or duplex function OFF.

• RIT function is activated. • Push [RIT] to turn the RIT function OFF. p. 27
Transmitted signals are • [MIC GAIN] to far clockwise. • Set [MIC GAIN] to a suitable level. p. 32
distorted.
Repeater cannot be ac- • Duplex operation is not activated. • Push [SPLIT•DUP] for 1 sec. to turn duplex oper- p. 34
cessed. ation ON.
• No subaudible tone or incorrect tone frequency • Push [TONE] to activate the subaudible tone or p. 35
is selected. select a suitable tone frequency in the FM set
mode using [SET] and [FM].
Programmed scan does • VFO mode is not selected. • Push [V/M 1] to select VFO mode. p. 21
not start. • [RF/SQL] is assigned to RF gain and squelch is • Reset [RF/SQL] control assignment and set it to p. 26
opened. the threshold point.
Memory scan does not • Memory mode is not selected. • Push [V/M 1] to select memory mode. p. 40
SCAN

start. • No memory channels are programmed. • Program desired frequencies into memory chan- p. 41
nels.
Mode select scan does not • Mode select scan mode has not been selected. • Push [SPCH•LOCK] for 1 sec. on the desired op- p. 47
start. erating mode programmed channel.
• Only one channel is programmed with the se- • Program more than two channels with the desired p. 41
lected operating mode. operating mode.
No announcement when • The voice synthesizer unit has not been in- • Install the optional vice synthesizer unit, UT-102. p. 71
[SPCH] is pushed. stalled.
SPEECH

• The announcement level is set to “0” or too low. • Set the announcement level to a suitable level in p. 69
the SPCH set mode using [SET] and [SPCH].
• The announcement language is set to “oFF.” • Set the announcement language to “Eng” (or JPn) p. 69
in the SPCH set mode using [SET] and [SPCH].
DISPLAY

The displayed frequency • The dial lock function is activated. • Push [SPCH•LOCK] to turn the lock function OFF. p. 25
does not change properly. • The internal CPU has malfunctioned. • Reset the CPU. p. 77
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 MAINTENANCE 11

■ Fuse replacement DC POWER CABLE FUSE REPLACEMENT

If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, try

to find the source of the problem, and replace the dam-
aged fuse with a new, rated fuse.
30 A fuse

CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable

from the transceiver when changing a fuse.

The IC-910H has 2 types of fuses installed for trans-

ceiver protection.
• DC power cable fuses ................................ FGB 30 A
• Circuitry fuse ................................................ FGB 4 A

CIRCUITRY FUSE REPLACEMENT

The 13.8 V DC from the DC power cable is applied to
all units in the IC-910H, except for the power ampli-
fier, through the circuitry fuse. This fuse is installed in
the PA unit.

q Remove the top cover as shown on p. 71.

w Remove the 11 screws from the PA shielding plate,
then remove the plate.
e Replace the circuitry fuse as shown in the diagram
at right.
r Replace the PA shielding plate and top cover. Circuitry fuse (4 A)

■ CPU resetting
Resetting CLEARS all programmed contents in
memory channels and returns programmed values
in set mode to default values.
[POWER] [MW 4] [M-CL 5]
When first applying power or when the function
seems to be displaying erroneous information, reset
the CPU as follows:

q Make sure the transceiver power is OFF.

w While pushing [MW 4] and [M-CL 5], push
[POWER] to turn power ON.
• The internal CPU is reset.
• The transceiver displays its initial VFO frequencies
when resetting is complete.

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 13 CONTROL COMMAND

■ Remote jack (CI-V) information

• CI-V connection example
BC-25
The transceiver can be connected through an optional IC-910H (optional)
CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER to a personal computer 9–15
equipped with an RS-232C port. The Icom Communi- V DC
cations Interface-V (CI-V) controls the following func-
tions of the transceiver.
personal
Up to 4 Icom CI-V transceivers or receivers can be
computer
connected to a personal computer equipped with an ct- 17
RS-232C port. See p. 59 for setting the CI-V condition
using set mode.

• Data format mini-plug cable

The CI-V system can be operated using the following
data formats. Data formats differ according to com-
mand numbers. A data area or sub command is added
for some commands.

CONTROLLER TO IC-910H OK MESSAGE TO CONTROLLER

q w e r t y u

FE FE 60 E0 Cn Sc Data area FD FE FE E0 60 FB FD
Preamble code (fixed)

Transceiver’s default address

Controller’s default address

Command number
(see table at right)
Sub command number
(see table at right)

Preamble code (fixed)

Controller’s default address

Transceiver’s default address

OK code (fixed)
BCD code data for frequency or
memory number entry

End of message code (fixed)

End of message code (fixed)

IC-910H TO CONTROLLER NG MESSAGE TO CONTROLLER

q w e r t y u

FE FE E0 60 Cn Sc Data area FD FE FE E0 60 FA FD
Preamble code (fixed)

Controller’s default address

Transceiver’s default address

NG code (fixed)
Preamble code (fixed)

Controller’s default address

Transceiver’s default address

Command number
(see table at right)
Sub command number
(see table at right)

End of message code (fixed)

BCD code data for frequency or
memory number entry

End of message code (fixed)

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 CONTROL COMMAND 13

Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description

Send frequency data for trans- 00 Announce all S-meter levels,
00 —
ceive. 13 displayed frequency and
Same as 01 mode.
01 Send mode data for trans- 02 Announce displayed frequency.
command 06
ceive. Announce operating mode.
02 — 01
Read band edge frequencies. [AF] level setting (0=max. CCW;
03 —
02 128=center; 255=max. CW).
04 — Read operating frequency data.
[RF GAIN] level setting
05 — Read operating mode data. 03 (0=max. CCW; 255=max. CW).
00 Set operating frequency. [SQL] level setting (0=max.
01 Set LSB. 04 CCW; 255=max. CW).
06 [IF SHIFT] level setting (0=max.
03 Set USB.
04 Set CW. 06 CCW; 128=center; 255=max. CW).
Set FM. Set noise reduction level
—
14 09 (0=0%; 255=100%).
00 Select VFO mode.
Set CW pitch (0=300 Hz;
01 Select VFO A. 0A 255=900 Hz).
07 A0 Select VFO B. [RF PWR] level setting (0=max.
B0 Equalize VFO A and VFO B. 0B CCW; 128=center; 255=max. CW).
D0 Switch VFO A and VFO B. [MIC GAIN] level setting (0=max.
D1 Select MAIN VFO. 0C CCW; 128=center; 255=max. CW).
— Select SUB VFO. Key speed setting (0=6 wpm;
01–0106* Select memory mode. 0E 255=60 wpm).
Select memory channel. Set mic. compressor level
08
*1A=0100 1b=0101 0F (0=0%; 255=100%).
2A=0102 2b=0103 Set break-in delay (0=2.0 sec;
3A=0104 3b=0105 01 255=13.0 sec.).

09 — Call=0106 15 Read squelch condition (open

Memory write. 02 or closed).
0A — 02 Read S-meter level.
Transfer memory contents to
VFO. 12 Set pre-amp (0=OFF; 1=ON).
0B —
22 Set AGC (0=Slow; 1=Fast).
0C — Memory clear.
40 Set noise blanker (0=OFF; 1=ON).
0D — Read duplex offset frequency. +level data Set noise reduction level
00 Set duplex offset frequency. 41 (0=OFF; 1–15=ON).
01 Cancel scan. Set auto notch filter
0E 16 42 (0=OFF; 1=ON).
D0 Start scan.
D3 Set scan resume OFF. Set subaudible tone
Set scan resume ON. 43 (0=OFF; 1=ON).
00
44 Set tone squelch (0=OFF; 1=ON).
01 Turn the split function OFF.
Set mic. compressor
0F 10 Turn the split function ON.
46 (0=OFF; 1=ON).
11 Set simplex operation.
47 Set VOX (0=OFF; 1=ON).
12 Set DUP– operation.
4A Set break-in (0=OFF; 1=ON).
00 Set DUP+ operation.
19 00 Set AFC (0=OFF; 1=ON).
01 Set 1 Hz tuning step.
00 Read the transceiver ID.
02 Set 10 Hz tuning step.
03 Set 50 Hz tuning step. 01 Read/write memory channel.
04 Set 100 Hz tuning step. 02 Set satellite memory.
10 05 Set 1 kHz tuning step. +level data Set VOX gain level
06 Set 5 kHz tuning step. 03 (0=0%; 255=100%).
07 Set 6.25 kHz tuning step. +level data Set VOX delay
08 Set 10 kHz tuning step. 04 (0=0 sec.; 20=2.0 sec.).
09 Set 12.5 kHz tuning step. 1A +level data Set anti-VOX
10 Set 20 kHz tuning step. 05 (0=0%; 255=100%).
11 Set 25 kHz tuning step. +level data Attenuation level setting
Set 100 kHz tuning step. 06 (0=0%; 255=100%).
00
11 07 Set RIT (0=OFF; 1=ON; 2=Sub dial).
10, 20, 30 Turn attenuator OFF.
Set satellite mode
Turn attenuator ON.
08 (0=OFF; 1=ON).
Set simple bandscope
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 14 SPECIFICATIONS

• General • Receiver
• Frequency coverage : (Unit: MHz) • Receive system :
Version 144 MHz 430(440) MHz 1200 MHz* 1 VHF SSB, CW Single conversion superheterodyne
Tx: 144.0–148.0 Tx: 430.0–450.0 Tx: 1240.0–1300.0
FM Double conversion superheterodyne
U.S.A. UHF SSB, CW Double conversion superheterodyne
Rx: 136.0–174.0*2 Rx: 420.0–480.0*3 Rx: 1240.0–1320.0*4
FM Triple conversion superheterodyne
Europe 144.0–146.0 430.0–440.0 1240.0–1300.0
• Intermediate frequencies: (Unit: MHz)
Australia 144.0–148.0 430.0–450.0 1240.0–1300.0
MAIN BAND SUB BAND
Sweden 144.0–146.0 432.0–438.0 1240.0–1300.0
1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd
430.0–434.0 1240.0–1245.0

1200 MHz 430(440) MHz 144 MHz

Italy 144.0–146.0 SSB 10.8500 — — 10.9500 — —
435.0–438.0 1270.0–1298.0
CW 10.8491 — — 10.9491 — —
*1 Optional UX-910 FM 10.8500 0.455 — 10.9500 0.455 —
*2 Guaranteed range is 144.0–148.0 MHz.
*3 Guaranteed range is 430.0–450.0 MHz. SSB 71.2500 10.8500 — 71.3500 10.9500 —
*4 Guaranteed range is 1240.0–1300.0 MHz. CW 71.2491 10.8491 — 71.3491 10.9491 —
• Mode : USB, LSB, CW, FM, FM-N* FM 71.2500 10.8500 0.455 71.3500 10.9500 0.455
*Not available in 1200 MHz SSB 243.9500 10.8500 — 243.9500 10.9500 —
• No. of memory Ch. : 212 (99 regular, 6 scan edges, 1
CW 243.9491 10.8491 — 243.9491 10.9491 —
calls for each band) plus 10
satellite memories) FM 243.9500 10.8500 0.455 243.9500 10.9500 0.455
• Antenna connector : SO-239 (50 Ω; VHF) • Sensitivity :
Type-N (50 Ω; UHF) SSB, CW (10 dB S/N) Less than 0.11 µV
• Usable temp. range : –10˚C to +60˚C; FM (12 dB SINAD) Less than 0.18 µV
+14˚F to +140˚F • Squelch sensitivity (threshold):
• Frequency stability : Less than ±3 ppm SSB, CW Less than 1.0 µV
(–10 to 60˚C; +14 to +140˚F) FM Less than 0.18 µV
• Frequency resolution : 1 Hz minimum • Selectivity :
• Power supply : 13.8 V DC ±15% SSB, CW More than 2.3 kHz/–6 dB
(negative ground) Less than 4.2 kHz/–60 dB*
• Current drain (at 13.8 V DC; approx.): FM More than 15.0 kHz/–6 dB
Transmit Max. power 23.0 A Less than 30.0 kHz/–60 dB*
Receive Standby 2.0 A (3.0 A; UX-910) FM-N More than 6.0 kHz/–6 dB
Max. audio 2.5 A (3.5 A; UX-910) Less than 18.0 kHz/–36 dB
• Dimensions : 241(W) × 94(H) × 239(D) mm CW-N More than 0.5 kHz/–6 dB
(projections not included) 91⁄2(W) × 311⁄16(H) × 913⁄32(D) in (w/FL-132 or FL-133) Less than 1.34 kHz/–60 dB*
• Weight (approx.) : 4.5 kg; 10 lb *Except 1200 MHz band
(5.35 kg; 11 lb 13 oz w/UX-910) • Spurious and image rejection ratio:
• ACC 1 connector : 8-pin DIN connector 144/430(440) MHz More than 60 dB
• CI-V connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8″) 1200 MHz More than 50 dB
• DATA connectors : 6-pin mini DIN × 2 • AF output power : More than 2.0 W at 10%
(for MAIN and SUB) (at 13.8 V DC) distortion with an 8 Ω load
• RIT variable range :
• Transmitter 144/430(440) MHz ±1.0 kHz (SSB, CW)
• Output power (continuously adjustable): ±5.0 kHz (FM)
144 MHz 5–100 W 1200 MHz ±2.0 kHz (SSB, CW)
430(440) MHz 5–75 W ±10.0 kHz (FM)
1200 MHz 1–10 W (optional UX-910) • IF SHIFT variable range : More than ±1.2 kHz
• Modulation system : • PHONES connector : 3-conductor 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4″)
SSB Balanced modulation • Ext. SP connectors : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8″)
FM Variable reactance modulation /8 Ω × 2 (for MAIN and SUB)
• Spurious emission :
144/430(440) MHz More than 60 dB
1200 MHz More than 50 dB
• Carrier suppression : More than 40 dB
• Unwanted sideband : More than 40 dB
suppression
• Microphone connector : 8-pin connector (600 Ω) All stated specifications are typical and subject to
• KEY connector : 3-conductor 3.5(d) mm (1⁄4″) change without notice or obligation.
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 OPTIONS 15
CR-293 HIGH STABILITY FL-132 (for MAIN band) HM-12 HAND MICROPHONE
CRYSTAL UNIT FL-133 (for SUB band and satellite
operation)
CW NARROW FILTERS

Frequency stability: ±0.5 ppm Have good shape factor and provide Hand microphone equipped with
(0˚C to +60˚C) better CW reception during crowded [UP]/[DOWN] switches. Same as that
band conditions. 500 Hz/–6 dB supplied with the transceiver.

SP-21 EXTERNAL SPEAKER SM-20 DESKTOP MICROPHONE UT-106 DSP UNIT

Designed for base station operation. Unidirectional, electret microphone for Allows AF DSP capabilities, including
• Input impedance: 8 Ω base station operation. Includes [UP] noise reduction and auto notch filter.
• Max. input power: 5 W and [DOWN] switches and a low cut
function.

UX-910 1200 MHz BAND UNIT MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER

Allows you additional all mode opera- Carrying handle, convenient for For remote transceiver control using a
tion on the 1200 MHz band. portable operation. personal computer. You can change
frequencies, operating mode, memory
channels, etc.

AG-25 (for 144 MHz band), SP-7 EXTERNAL SPEAKER

AG-35 (for 430(440) MHz band), Compact speaker for base station operation.
AG-1200 (for 1200 MHz band)
WEATHER-PROOF PREAMPLIFIERS UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT
External all-weather, mast mounting preamplifiers for com- Announces the receive frequency, mode and S-meter level
pensating for coaxial cable loss. in a clear, electronically-generated voice, in English (or
Japanese).
IC-MB5 MOBILE MOUNTING BRACKET
Transceiver mounting bracket for mobile operation.
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 16 INSTALLATION NOTES

For amateur base station installations it is recom- Forward clearance, EIRP by frequency band
mended that the forwards clearance in front of the an- Watts 10–2 m 70 cm 23 cm 13 cm and above
tenna array is calculated relative to the EIRP (Effective 100 2m 2m 1.1 m 0.7 m
Isotropic Radiated Power). The clearance height below 1000 6.5 m 6m 3.5 m 3m
the antenna array can be determined in most cases 10,000 20 m 18 m 11 m 7m
from the RF power at the antenna input terminals. 100,000 65 m 60 m 35 m 29 m

As different exposure limits have been recommended

for different frequencies, a relative table shows a In all cases any possible risk depends on the transmit-
guideline for installation considerations. ter being activated for long periods. (actual recom-
mendation limits are specified as an average during 6
Below 30 MHz, the recommended limits are specified minutes) Normally the transmitter is not active for long
in terms of V/m or A/m fields as they are likely to fall periods of time. Some radio licenses will require that a
within the near-field region. Similarly, the antennae timer circuit automatically cuts the transmitter after 1–2
may be physically short in terms of electrical length minutes etc.
and that the installation will require some antenna
matching device which can create local, high intensity Similarly some types of transmitter, SSB, CW, AM etc.
magnetic fields. Analysis of such MF installations is have a lower ‘average’ output power and the assessed
best considered in association with published guidance risk is even lower.
notes such as the FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01
and its annexes relative to amateur transmitter instal-
lations. The EC recommended limits are almost identi-
cal to the FCC specified ‘uncontrolled’ limits and tables Versions of the IC-910H which display the “CE”
exist that show pre-calculated safe distances for differ- symbol on the serial number seal, comply with
ent antenna types for different frequency bands. Fur- the essential requirements of the European
ther information can be found at http://www.arrl.org/. Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Direc-
tive 1999/5/EC.

• Typical amateur radio installation

This warning symbol indicates that this equip-
Exposure distance assumes that the predominant ra-
ment operates in non-harmonised frequency
diation pattern is forwards and that radiation vertically
bands and/or may be subject to licensing con-
downwards is at unity gain (sidelobe suppression is
ditions in the country of use. Be sure to check
equal to main lobe gain). This is true of almost every
that you have the correct version of this radio or
gain antenna today. Exposed persons are assumed to
the correct programming of this radio, to com-
be beneath the antenna array and have a typical
ply with national licensing requirement.
height to 1.8 m.

The figures assume the worst case emission of con-

stant carrier.

For the bands 10 MHz and higher the following power

density limits have been recommended:
10–400 MHz 2 W/sq m
435 MHz 2.2 W/sq m
1296 MHz 6.5 W/sq m

EIRP Clearance heights by frequency band

Watts 10–2 m 70 cm 23 cm 13 cm and above
1 2.1 m 2m 2m 2m
10 2.8 m 2.7 m 2.5 m 2.3 m
25 3.4 m 3.3 m 2.7 m 2.5 m
100 5m 4.7 m 3.6 m 3.2 m
1000 12 m 11.5 m 7.3 m 6.3 m

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 INSTALLATION NOTES 16

DECLARATION
OF CONFORMITY

We Icom Inc. Japan

1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku
Osaka 547-0003, Japan
Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies the
essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Düsseldorf 21th Feb. 2001
Suite measurements have been performed.
Place and date of issue
Kind of equipment: VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER

Type-designation: iC-910h Icom (Europe) GmbH

Himmelgeister straße 100
D-40225 Düsseldorf
Version (where applicable): Authorized representative name
This compliance is based on conformity according to Annex III of the
directive 1999/5/EC using the following harmonised standards:
i) Article 3.1a EN 60950 + A11 Icom (Europe) GmbH
ii) Article 3.1b EN 301489-1 and EN 301489-15 (or ETS 300 684)
iii) Article 3.2 EN 301 783-2
iv) T. Aoki
v) General Manager
Signature

Version and frequency coverage

Version 144 MHz 430 MHz 1200 MHz*
Europe (#02) 144.0–146.0 430.0–440.0 1240.0–1300.0
Sweden (#05) 144.0–146.0 432.0–438.0 1240.0–1300.0
430.0–434.0 1240.0–1245.0
Italy (#08) 144.0–146.0
435.0–438.0 1270.0–1298.0
* Optional UX-910

• About AG-25, AG-35 and AG-1200 preamplifiers

The use of IC-910H (#02, #05 and #08) in combination with AG-25, AG-35
and/or AG-1200 preamplifiers do not comply with the European harmonised
standard regulations. Please do not use the IC-910H with these preamplifiers
(AG-25, AG-35 and/or AG-1200) intended for the US, Asian, Oceanian and
African markets.

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Count on us!

IC-910H
< Intended Country of Use >
#02 (Europe)
GER NED ITA
AUT BEL GRE
GBR LUX SWE
IRL ESP DEN
FRA POR FIN

IC-910H
< Intended Country of Use >
#05 (Sweden)
GER NED ITA
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