INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER

FOREWORD

Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-E208 VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icoms state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation. We want to take a couple of moments of your time to thank you for making your IC-E208 your radio of choice, and hope you agree with Icoms philosophy of technology rst. Many hours of research and development went into the design of your IC-E208.

IMPORTANT

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely
before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-E208.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

DEFINITION Personal injury, re hazard or electric shock R WARNING! may occur. CAUTION NOTE Equipment damage may occur. Recommended for optimum use. No risk of personal injury, re or electric shock. WORD

D FEATURES

Switchable VHF and UHF transceiver Selectable backlit color from amber, green and yellow Detachable controller for exible installation 55 W* of high transmit output power

*VHF band; 50 W for UHF

Remote control microphone standard New DMS (Dynamic Memory Scan) system
Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.

PRECAUTION

RWARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be observed when operating this device. If you have any questions regarding RF exposure and safety standards please refer to the Federal Communications Commission Ofce of Engineering and Technologys report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Radio frequency Electromagnetic Fields (OET Bulletin 65). RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a re hazard or result in an electric shock. RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attentionanything less may result in an accident. NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more than
16 V DC. This will damage the transceiver.
NEVER let objects impede the operation of the cooling fan on the

rear panel.

DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit. DO NOT allow children to play with any radio equipment containing a transmitter. During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicles engine. When the transceivers power is ON and your vehicles engine is OFF, the vehicles battery will soon become exhausted.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in
areas with temperatures below 10C or above +60C.
BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when operating it continuously for long periods.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source using reverse
polarity. This will damage the transceiver.
AVOID setting the transceiver in a place without adequate ventilation. Heat dissipation may be affected, and the transceiver may be damaged. AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they can damage the transceivers surfaces. USE Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other manufacturers microphones have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver if attached.
NEVER cut the DC power cable between the DC plug and fuse
holder. If an incorrect connection is made after cutting, the transceiver may be damaged.
NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids. The
transceiver may be damaged.
NEVER operate or touch the transceiver with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock or damage the transceiver. NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD... i IMPORTANT.... i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS... i PRECAUTION... ii SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES... iii TABLE OF CONTENTS... iii QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE... IX I Installation.... I I Your rst contact... VII I Repeater operation... IX I Programming memory channels... X 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION... 110 I Front panel controller... 1 I Function display.... 3 I Rear panel... 5 I Microphone (HM-133)... 7 I Microphone keypad.. 8 I Optional microphones (HM-118N/TN).. SETTING A FREQUENCY... 1114 I Preparation... 11 I Using the tuning dial... 12 I Using the [Y]/[Z] keys... 12 I Using the keypad... 12 I Tuning step selection.. 13 I Lock functions... BASIC OPERATION... 1518 I Receiving... 15 I Monitor function... 15 I Squelch attenuator... 16 I Transmitting... 17 I Selecting output power... 17

The IC-E208 has 2 m and 70 cm transmittable bands.
1. Turning ON the transceiver
Before powering up your IC-E208, you may want to make sure the audio volume and squelch level controls are set in 910 oclock positions.
[VOL] [SQL] Set [VOL] and [SQL] controls to 910 oclock positions.

[BAND]

Push [BAND] to select the desired frequency band.
Push [BAND] to select the desired frequency band.

Using the HM-133

You can select the desired frequency band from the HM-133.
Although you have purchased a brand new transceiver, some settings may be changed from the factory defaults because of the QC process. Resetting the CPU is necessary to start from factory default.
[SETLOCK] [PWR] [S.MWMW] While pushing [SETLOCK] and [S.MWMW], turn power ON.
While pushing both [SETLOCK] and [S.MWMW], push [PWR] for 1 sec. to reset the CPU. VII

3. Tune the frequency

The tuning dial will allow you to dial in the frequency you want to operate. Pages 12 and 13 will instruct you on how to set the tuning speed.

[DIAL]

Rotate [DIAL] to tune the frequency.
You can directly enter the frequency with the HM-133 keypad for the main band.
[EXAMPLE]: Setting frequency to 145.3625 MHz. Push

I Repeater operation

1. Setting duplex
Push [BAND] to select the frequency band. Push [LOWDUP] for 1 sec. once or twice to select minus duplex or plus duplex.
Plus or minus duplex selection and the repeater tone setting can be made easily via HM-133. Push [DUP 7(TONE)] for minus duplex; [DUP+ 8(TSQLS)] for plus duplex selection, push [FUNC] then [DUP 7(TONE)] to turn the repeater tone ON.

[LOWDUP] Push

2. Repeater tone
Push [TONET-SCAN] several times until T appears, if the repeater requires a subaudible tone to be accessed.

Push , then

[TONET-SCAN]
The IC-E208 has a total of 512 memory channels (including 10 scan edges and 2 call channels) for storing often used operating frequency, repeater settings, etc.
q In VFO mode, set the desired operating frequency, including offset direction, tone settings, etc. Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO. Push [ENT C(T-OFF)] rst, then enter the desired operating frequency via the keypad.
Set other data, such as repeater tone, duplex information, tuning step, if necessary.

1. Setting a frequency

In VFO mode, set the desired operating frequency with repeater, tone and tuning steps, etc. Push [V/MHzSCAN] to select VFO. Rotate [DIAL] to set the desired frequency.

Set other data, such as repeater tone, duplex information, tuning step), if desired.
w Push [FUNC] then [CLR A(MW)].
! indicator and memory channel number blink.
2. Selecting a memory channel
Push [S.MWMW], then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
! indicator and memory channel number blink. Push then ,
e Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired memory channel. r Push [FUNC] then push [CLR A(MW)] for 1 sec. to program.
[S.MWMW] 3 beeps sound Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing to push [CLR A(MW)] after programming.
3. Writing a memory channel
Push and hold [S.MWMW] for 1 sec. to program.
3 beeps sound Return to VFO mode automatically after the program. Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing to push [S.MWMW] after programming.
I Programming memory channels

PANEL DESCRIPTION

I Front panel controller
q w Function display (p. 3) e r
q SETLOCK SWITCH [SETLOCK] Enters set mode when pushed. (p. 55) Switches the lock function ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 14) w TUNING DIAL [DIAL] Selects the operating frequency (p. 12), memory channel (p. 25), the setting of the set mode item and the scanning direction (p. 40). e VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] (p. 15) Adjusts the audio level.
r POWER SWITCH [PWR] Turns power ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. t MICROPHONE CONNECTOR Connects the supplied or an optional microphone. q +8 V DC output (Max. 10 mA) w Channel up/down e 8 V control IN r PTT t GND (microphone ground) y MIC (microphone input) u GND i Data IN
y SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL] Varies the squelch level. (p. 15)
The RF attenuator activates and increases the attenuation when rotated clockwise to the center position and further. (p. 16)
u MONITORDTMF SWITCH [MONIDTMF] Push to switch the monitor function ON and OFF. (p. 15) Turns DTMF memory encoder ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 47) i OUTPUT POWERDUPLEX SWITCH [LOWDUP] Each push changes the output power selection. (p. 17) Push for 1 sec. to select DUP, DUP+ and simplex operation. (p. 20) o TONETONE SCAN SWITCH [TONET-SCAN] Each push selects a tone function. (pgs. 20, 51)
Subaudible tone encoder, pocket beep (CTCSS), tone squelch, pocket beep (DTCS), DTCS squelch or tone function OFF can be selected.

!2 BAND SWITCH [BAND] Push to select the operating frequency band. (p. 11) Push to select the call channel 1 or 2 during call channel operation. (p. 37) Push for 1 sec. to select the operating mode. (p. 63) !3 MEMORY WRITE SWITCH [S.MWMW] (pgs. 26, 38, 41) Selects a memory channel for programming when pushed. Programs the selected memory channel when pushed for 1 sec.
!4 !4 CONTROLLER RELEASE LATCH While pushing this latch, slide the controller to the left to remove it.
Push for 1 sec. to start the tone scan. (p. 54) !0 MEMORY/CALLPRIORITY SWITCH [M/CALLPRIO] Push to select and toggle memory and call channel modes. (pgs. 11, 25, 37) Starts priority watch when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 46) !1 VFO/MHz TUNINGSCAN SWITCH [V/MHzSCAN] Selects and toggles VFO mode and 1 MHz (or 10 MHz for some versions) tuning when pushed. (p. 11) Starts scan when pushed for 1 sec. (p. 40)
Cancels a scan when pushed during scan.

I Function display

q w e r t y u
i o !6 !5 !4 q TRANSMIT INDICATOR Appears while transmitting. (p. 17) Blinks while transmitting with the one-touch PTT function. (p. 18) w DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 20) DUP appears when plus duplex, DUP appears when minus duplex (repeater) operation is selected. !3 !2 !1 !0
e TONE INDICATORS T appears while the subaudible tone encoder is in use. (p. 20) T SQL appears while the tone squelch function is in use. (p. 51) DTCS appears while the DTCS squelch function is in use. (p. 51) S appears with the T SQL or DTCS indicator while the pocket beep function (with CTCSS or DTCS) is in use. (p. 51)
r NARROW MODE INDICATOR (p. 63) Appears when the FM/AM narrow mode is selected. t AM INDICATOR (p. 63) Appears when AM mode is selected. y SQUELCH ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 16) Appears when the squelch attenuator function is activated.
The attenuator can be switched OFF in initial set mode. (p. 62)
!2 SKIP INDICATORS ~appears when the displayed memory channel is specied as a skip channel. (p. 43) P ~ appears when the displayed frequency is specied as a program skip frequency. (p. 43) !3 MEMORY INDICATOR (pgs. 11, 25) Appears when memory mode is selected. !4 S/RF INDICATORS Shows the relative signal strength while receiving signals. (p. 15) Shows the output power level while transmitting. (p. 17) !5 OUTPUT POWER INDICATORS LOW appears when low output power; MID appears when middle output power is selected. No indicator appears when high output power is selected. !6 BUSY INDICATOR Appears when a signal is being received or the squelch is open. (p. 15) Blinks while the monitor function is activated. (p. 15)
u AUTO POWER-OFF INDICATOR (p. 61) Appears while the auto power OFF function is in use. i AUDIO MUTE INDICATOR (P. 18) Appears when the audio mute function is activated.
The mute can only be switched ON and OFF from the HM-133 only.
o FREQUENCY READOUT Shows the operating frequency, channel names, set mode contents, etc.
Frequency decimal point blinks while scanning. (p. 40) d appears in place of the 1st digit while the DTMF memory function is in use. (p. 47)

Push [VFO/LOCK] for 1 sec. to switch the lock function ON and OFF.

BASIC OPERATION

I Monitor function
This function is used to listen to weak signals without disturbing the squelch setting.

I Receiving

q Set the audio level. Push [MONIDTMF] to open the squelch. Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio level. Push [MONIDTMF] to close the squelch. w Set the squelch level. Rotate [SQL] fully counterclockwise in advance, then rotate [SQL] clockwise until the noise just disappears.
When interference is received, rotate [SQL] clockwise again for attenuator operation. (p. 16)

[MONIDTMF]

Blinks
e Set the operating frequency. (pgs. 11, 12) rWhen receiving a signal on the set frequency, squelch opens and the transceiver emits audio.
BUSY appears and the S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength for the received signal. Appears when receiving a signal
Push [MONIDTMF] to open the squelch.
BUSY blinks. Push [MONIDTMF] again to cancel the function.
Push [MONI 1(BANK)] to open the squelch.
MONI 1 Push [MONI 1(BANK)] again to cancel the function.

CONVENIENT!

The audio and squelch level can also be adjusted
SQLY/Z with [VOLY(TONE-1)]/[VOLZ 0(TONE-2)] and D/# [SQLY D(MUTE)]/[SQLZ #(16KEY-L)], respectively. VOL for audio or SQL for squelch appears during set. VOLY/Z Show set level M/0
NOTE: When [SQL] adjustment is set too far clockwise, (1217 oclock position) the squelch attenuator is activated. To monitor weak signals on the operating frequency, deactivate the squelch attenuator function. See p. 16 for details.

I Squelch attenuator

The transceiver has an RF attenuator related to the squelch level setting. Approx. 10 dB attenuation is obtained at maximum setting. The squelch attenuator allows you to set a minimum signal level needed to open the squelch. The attenuator function can be deactivated in initial set mode. Rotate [SQL] clockwise past the 12 oclock position to activate the squelch attenuator.
Attenuation level can be adjusted up to 10 dB (approx.) between 12 oclock and fully clockwise position. When setting the squelch from the microphone, a level greater than 19 activates the squelch attenuator. Noise squelch Squelch threshold Squelch is open. Shallow Squelch attenuator
D Squelch attenuator setting

INITIAL SET MODE

q Turn the transceiver power OFF. wWhile pushing [SETLOCK], turn the power ON to enter initial set mode.

[SETLOCK] [PWR]

ePush [SETLOCK] or [S.MWMW] to select ATT (squelch attenuator) item. r Rotate [DIAL] to toggle the function ON and OFF.
Select OF to deactivate the squelch attenuator function.
t Push [PWR] to exit initial set mode.
NOTE: The squelch attenuator functions even when the monitor function is in use. Thus set [SQL] control within 10 to 12 oclock position is recommended when using the monitor function. 16

I Transmitting

CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna will damage the transceiver. NOTE: To prevent interference, listen on the channel before transmitting by pushing [MONIDTMF] on the front panel or [MONI 1(BANK)] on the microphone. q Select the frequency band. (p. 11) w Set the operating frequency. (pgs. 11, 12)
Select output power if desired. See section at right for details.

I Selecting output power

The transceiver has 3 output power levels to suit your operating requirements. Low output powers during short-distance communications may reduce the possibility of interference to other stations and will reduce current consumption. Push [LOWDUP] once or twice to select the output power. S/RF INDICATOR

High: Mid: Low:

POWER OUTPUT VHF/UHF 55 W/50 W 15 W*/15 W* 5 W*/5 W*

*approx

e Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
$ appears. The S/RF indicator shows the output power selection. A one-touch PTT function is available. See p. 18 for details.
r Speak into the microphone using your normal voice level.
DO NOT hold the microphone too close to your mouth or speak too loudly. This may distort the signal.
The output power can be changed while transmitting.
The microphone can also be used to select output power.

HIGH 4 MID 5 LOW 6

t Release [PTT] to return to receive. IMPORTANT! (for 55/50 W transmission): The IC-E208 is equipped with protection circuit to protect the power amplifier circuit from high SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) and temperature. When a high SWR antenna or no antenna is connected, or when the transceiver temperature becomes extremely high, the transceiver reduces transmit output power to 15 W (approx.) automatically.
Push [HIGH 4(DTCS)] for high output power; [MID 5(DTCSS)] for middle output power; and [LOW 6(DTMF)] for low output power.
The output power can be changed via the microphone during receive only.

I One-touch PTT function

The PTT switch can be operated as a one-touch PTT switch (each push toggles between transmit/receive). Using this function you can transmit without pushing and holding the PTT switch. To prevent accidental, continuous transmission with this function, the transceiver has a time-out timer. See p. 61 for details. z Push [FUNC] then [PRIO 3(PTT-M)] to turn the one-touch PTT function ON.

MEMORY OPERATION

I General description
The transceiver has 512 memory channels including 10 scan edge memory channels (5 pairs), and 2 call channels. Each of these channels can be individually programmed with operating frequency (pgs. 11, 12), duplex direction (p. 21) and offset (p. 24), subaudible tone encoder or tone squelch and its tone frequency (pgs. 20, 22, 51, 52) and skip information* (p. 43). In addition, a total of 10 memory banks, A to J, are available for usage by group, etc.
*except for scan edge memory channels.

D Using the [Y]/[Z] keys

z Push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode.
MR/CALL x Push [Y] or [Z] to select and set the desired

memory channel.

Y/Z Pushing [Y]/[Z] for 1 sec. activates a scan. If scan is activated, push [Y]/[Z] again or push [CLR A(MW)] to stop it.

D Using the keypad

MR/CALL x Push [ENT C(T-OFF)] to activate the keypad
I Memory channel selection

D Using the tuning dial

q Push [M/CALLPRIO] several times to select memory mode.

! indicator appears

for numeral input. c Push 3 appropriate digit keys to input a channel number.
Blank channel can be selected. Push only 1 appropriate digit key, [MONI 1(BANK)], [SCAN 2(T-SCAN)], [PRIO 3(PTT-M)], [HIGH 4(DTCS)] or [MID 5(DTCSS)] then push M [M(TONE-1)] or [SQLZ #(16KEY-L)] to select scan M edge channels. M and # can be used for A and b respectively.

[M/CALLPRIO]

! appears
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
Programmed memory channels only can be selected.
I Programming a memory channel
VFO settings, including the set mode contents such as subaudible tone frequency or offset, can be programmed into a memory channel. qSet the desired frequency. Push [V/MHzSCAN] to select VFO mode. Set the frequency using [DIAL]. Set other data (e.g. tone frequency, duplex information, etc.) if required. w Push [S.MWMW].
! indicator and the memory channel number blink.
eRotate [DIAL] to select the memory channel to be programmed.
Memory channels not yet programmed are blank.
r Push [S.MWMW] for 1 sec. to program.
3 beeps sound Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing to push [M/CALLMW] after programming.

Banks initial blinks.

rRotate [DIAL] to select the desired bank initial to transfer or erase.
Select -- -- indication when erasing the contents from the bank.
t Push [V/MHzPRIO] to set the bank and exit set mode. y Repeat steps q to r for transferring or erasing an another banks contents. z Select the desired bank contents to be transferred or erased. Push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode. Push [FUNC], [MONI 1(BANK)] then select SET the desired memory bank via [Y]/[Z]. Push [CLR A(MW)] to select the bank then select the desired contents via [Y]/[Z]. [Y]/[Z] x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode. c Push [SET B(D-OFF)] or [ENT C(T-OFF)] several times until BAK appears. v Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired bank initial to transfer or erase.
BANK Select -- -- indication when erasing the contents from the bank.
Push [BAND] to select the bank then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired contents.

w Push [SETLOCK].

MAIN T X
e Push [SETLOCK] or [S.MWMW] several times until BAK appears.
The banks initial for the selected memory channel is displayed.
b Push [CLR A(MW)] to set the bank and exit set mode. n Repeat steps z to b for transferring or erasing an another banks contents. 36

CALL CHANNEL OPERATION

I Call channel transferring
q Push [M/CALLPRIO] several times then push [BAND] to select the desired call channel.

C1 or C2 appears.

I Call channel selection
Call channel is pre-programmed memory channel that can be accessed by simply pushing call channel button. Push [M/CALLPRIO] several times to select the call channel mode then push [BAND] to select the desired call channel.
C1 or C2 appears instead of memory channel number indication. Push [M/CALLPRIO] several times to select memory mode, or push [V/MHzSCAN] to select VFO mode.
w Push [S.MWMW] then rotate [DIAL] to select the memory channel to transfer the contents.
! indicator and memory channel number blink. To transfer to the VFO, select -- -- -- with [DIAL] then push.
e Push [M/CALLMW] for 1 sec. to transfer the contents. z Push [MR/CALL] for 1 sec. then push [BAND] to select the desired call channel. x Push [FUNC], [CLR A(MW)] momentarily, then push [Y]/[Z] to select the memory channel to transfer the contents.
To transfer to the VFO, push [Y]/[Z] to select -- -- --.
MW [M/CALLPRIO] MR/CALL C1 or C2 appears [Y]/[Z]
Push [MR/CALL] for 1 sec. to select the call channel mode then push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired call channel in the main band.
Push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode, or push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode.
c Push [FUNC], then [CLR A(MW)] for 1 sec. to transfer the contents.

INFORMATION

D Preparation
Scan resume condition (p. 44); program the scan edges (pgs. 41, 42); program 2 or more memory channels (pgs. 26, 27); set skip settings (p. 43), if desired.

SCAN 2 SET B

z Push [VFO/LOCK] to select VFO mode for full/programmed scan; push [MR/CALL] to select memory mode for memory scan.
Push [FUNC] then [MONI 1(BANK)] to select a bank for bank scan.

D Operation

q Select VFO mode for full/programmed scan with [V/MHzSCAN]; or memory mode for memory scan with [M/CALLPRIO].
Select the desired bank for bank scan.
x Push [SQLY D(MUTE)] or [SQLZ #(16KEY-L)] to set the squelch to the point where noise is just muted. c Push [SCAN 2(T-SCAN)] to start the scan.
Push [Y] or [Z] for 1 sec. also starts the scan.
w Set the squelch to the point where noise is just muted. e Push [V/MHzSCAN] for 1 sec. to start the scan.
To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL]. The memory channel readout blinks the scan type as follows:
r Push [SETLOCK] to switch full and programmed scan (P1, P2, P3, P4 and P5), if VFO is selected in step q. t To stop the scan, push [V/MHzSCAN].
During full scan During programmed scan
v Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to switch full and programmed scan (P1, P2, P3, P4 and P5), if VFO is selected in step z. b To stop the scan push [SCAN 2(T-SCAN)] or [CLR A(MW)].

During memory scan

During bank scan
Push [SETLOCK] to select ALL (full) or programmed scan (P1, P2, P3, P4 and P5) in sequence.
Indicates scan edge channels. P1 stands for 1A/1B P1 to P5 are available when they are programmed, and switches with [SETLOCK].

Indicates bank initial.

I Scan edges programming
Scan edges can be programmed in the same manner as memory channels. Scan edges are programmed into scan edges, 1A/1B to 5A/5B, in memory channels. q Set the edge frequency of the desired frequency range in VFO mode: Set the frequency using [DIAL]. Set other data (e.g. repeater settings, etc.) if desired. w Push [S.MWMW].
! indicator and channel number blink.
3 beeps sound and VFO is automatically selected. Scan edge 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B or 5B is automatically selected when continuing to push [S.MWMW] after programming.

While operating on a VFO frequency, priority watch checks for signals on each memory channel in sequence.
The memory skip function is useful to speed up the scan. 5 sec. VFO frequency

50 msec.

Mch 1 Mch 2 Mch 3 Mch 199

CALL CHANNEL WATCH

While operating on a VFO frequency, priority watch checks for signals on the call channel every 5 sec.
5 sec. VFO frequency 50 msec. Call channel
I Priority watch operation
q Select VFO mode; then, set an operating frequency. w Set the watching channel(s). For memory channel watch: Select the desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: Select memory mode; then, push [V/MHzSCAN] for 1 sec. to start memory scan. For call channel watch: Select the desired call channel by pushing [M/CALLPRIO] once or twice, then push [BAND]. e Push [M/CALLPRIO] for 1 sec. to start the watch.
The transceiver checks the memory or call channel every 5 sec. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition. (p. 44) While the watch is pausing, pushing [M/CALLPRIO] resumes the watch manually. PRIO 3
z Select VFO mode; then, set the desired frequency. x Set the watching channel(s). For memory channel watch: Push [MR/CALL] then [Y] or [Z] to select the desired memory channel. For memory scan watch: Push [MR/CALL], then push [SCAN 2] to start the memory scan. For call channel watch: Push [MR/CALL] for 1 sec. then push [BAND] to select the call channel. c Push [PRIO 3(PTT-M)] to start the watch.
The transceiver checks the memory or call channel every 5 sec. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition. (p. 44) To resume the watch manually when paused, push [PRIO 3(PTT-M)] or [CLR A(MW)].
r Push [M/CALLPRIO] for 1 sec. to stop the watch.
v To stop the watch, push [CLR A(MW)] once (or twice while watch is paused).

DTMF MEMORY ENCODER

I Programming a DTMF code
DTMF tones are used for autopatching, controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 16 DTMF memory channels (D0DF) for storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 24 digits. q Push [MONIDTMF] for 1 sec. to turn the DTMF encoder ON.
d appears in place of 100 MHz digit.

r Push [SETLOCK].

The rst digit blinks.
t Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired code. y Push [SETLOCK] to select the next digit.
Pushing [S.MWMW] moves the cursor backward.
u Repeat the steps t and y to set the desired DTMF tone sequence.
The S/RF indicator shows the digit group. The indication increases every 6 digits.
w Push [SETLOCK] to enter the DTMF memory programming condition.
The DTMF memory channel indication blinks.
i Push [MONIDTMF] to exit DTMF memory programming condition.

Appears when the pocket beep with DTCS squelch is activated.
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired tone squelch frequency. t When operating the pocket beep function with DTCS squelch, push [SETLOCK] once then rotate [DIAL] to select the DTCS polarity.
i When a signal with the matched tone is received, the transceiver emits beep tones and blinks S.
Beep tones sound for 30 sec. and S blinks. To stop the beeps and blinking manually, push any key. When the beep tones are not stopped manually, S continues blinking until [PTT] is pushed (see step o).

o Push [PTT] to answer.

S disappears and cancels the pocket beep function automatically. DTCS polarity setting
y Push [TONET-SCAN] to exit set mode. 51
!0 Push [TONET-SCAN] several times until T SQL or DTCS disappears to cancel the tone squelch or DTCS squelch function.
z Set the operating frequency.
TSQLS x Program the CTCSS tone frequency or DTCS
229.1 233.6 241.8 250.3 254.1
D Available tone frequency list
67.0 69.3 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 123.0 127.3 131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7 159.8 162.2 165.5 167.9 171.3 173.8 177.3 179.9 183.5 186.2 189.9 192.8 196.6 199.5 203.5 206.5 210.7 218.1 225.7
code in set mode. Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode. Push [SET B(D-OFF)] or [ENT C(T-OFF)] several times until CT for tone squelch or DT for DTCS squelch appears.
T SQL blinks when tone squelch (CT), or DTCS blinks when DTCS squelch (DT) is selected.
Push [Y]/[Z] to select the desired tone frequency or DTCS code. Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to select DTP then push [Y]/[Z] to select the DTCS polarity. Push [CLR A(MW)] to exit set mode. c Push [FUNC] then push [DUP+ 8(TSQLS)] or [MID 5(DTCSS)] to turn ON the pocket beep with tone squelch or DTCS squelch, respectively. v When a signal with the matched tone is received, the transceiver emits beep tones for 30 sec. and blinks S. b Push [PTT] to answer or push [CLR A(MW)] to stop the beeps and blinking.
S disappears and cancels the pocket beep function automatically.
NOTE: The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies and consequently their spacing is narrow compared to units having 38 tones. Therefore, some tone frequencies may receive interference from adjacent tone frequencies. To prevent interference from adjacent tone frequencies, using the frequencies as in the following table, is recommended.

e Push [TONET-SCAN] for 1 sec. to start the tone scan.
To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL].
t Push [TONET-SCAN] to stop the scan.

T-SCAN

z Set the frequency or memory channel to be checked for a tone frequency. x Selects the tone type to be scanned.
Push [FUNC] then push; [SIMP 9(TSQL)] for tone squelch; [HIGH 4(DTCS)] for DTCS squelch.
Push [TONET-SCAN] for 1 sec. to start tone scan.
During CTCSS frequency scan

During DTCS code scan

c Push [FUNC] then [SCAN 2(T-SCAN)] to start the tone scan. v When the tone frequency is matched, the squelch opens and the tone frequency is programmed into the selected mode such as memory or call channel. b Push [CLR A(MW)] to stop the scan. NOTE: The decoded tone frequency is programmed temporarily when a memory or call channel is selected. However, this will be cleared when the memory/call channel is re-selected.

I Set mode

Set mode operation
q Push [SETLOCK] to enter the set mode. w Push [SETLOCK] or [S.MWMW] to select the desired item. e Rotate [DIAL] to select the condition or value. r Push [MONIDTMF] to exit set mode. z Push [SET B(D-OFF)] to enter set mode.
SET x Push [SET B(D-OFF)] or [ENT C(T-OFF)] to select B
the desired item. c Push [Y] or [Z] to select the condition or value. v Push [CLR A(MW)] to exit set mode.

Set mode items

Display dimmer Display color Mic lock function Repeater tone frequency Tone squelch frequency DTCS code
Bank link function : Push : Push Program skip
DTCS polarity (front panel); or (front panel); or (microphone) (microphone) Offset frequency
Appears when accessing set mode from VFO mode only. Appears when accessing set mode from memory mode only.

Bank setting

Memory name

Channel skip setting

Scan resume timer

Tuning step

OTHER FUNCTIONS D Display dimmer
Adjust to suit lighting conditions. The levels 1 (dark) to 8 (bright: default) are available.

D Repeater tone

Sets subaudible tone frequency (encoder only) for repeater operation. Total of 50 tone frequencies (67.0254.1 Hz) are available. (default: 88.5 Hz)

D Display color

The display color can be set to amber (default), yellow or green.

D Tone squelch tone

Sets subaudible tone frequency (both encoder and decoder) for tone squelch operation. Total of 50 tone frequencies (67.0254.1 Hz) are available. (default: 88.5 Hz)

Yellow setting

Green setting

D Mic lock function

Sets the supplied HM-133s (optional for some versions) key lock function from ON and OFF (default). Available subaudible tone frequencies

67.0 69.3 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 123.0 127.3 131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7 159.8 162.2 165.5 167.9 171.3 173.8 177.3 179.9 183.5 186.2 189.9 192.8 196.6 199.5 203.5 206.5 210.7 218.1 225.7 229.1 233.6 241.8 250.3 254.1
OTHER FUNCTIONS D Offset frequency
Sets the duplex offset frequency within 0 to 20 MHz range. During duplex (repeater) operation, transmit frequency (or receive when reverse function is set to ON) shifts the set frequency. (default value may differ depending on operating frequency

band and versions)

D DTCS code
Sets DTCS code (both encoder and decoder) for DTCS squelch operation. Total of 104 codes are available. (default: 023)

D DTCS polarity

Sets DTCS polarities for transmission and reception from NN, NR, RN and RR. (default: NN)

D Tuning step

Selects tuning step from 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30. 50, 100 and 200 kHz for [DIAL] or [Y]/[Z] operation. (default value may
differ depending on operating frequency band and versions)
Transmit : normal Receive : normal (default)
Transmit : normal Receive : reverse
OTHER FUNCTIONS D Scan resume timer
Selects scan resume timer from SCT-15 (default), SCT-10, SCT-5 and SCP-2. SCT-15/10/5 : Scan pauses for 15/10/5 sec., then resumes. SCP-2 : Pause on a signal until signal disappears, then resumes 2 sec. after the signal disappears.

D Memory name setting

Sets memory name setting from ON (appear) and OFF (not appear; default) for memory name appearance. This item appears when set mode is accessed from memory mode only.

D Memory bank setting

Sets the desired memory bank (A to J and OFF) to assign the regular memory channels. This item appears when set mode is accessed from memory mode only.

D Channel skip setting

Sets channel skip setting from ON and OFF for memory skip scan operation. This item appears when set mode is accessed from memory mode only.

Default setting

~ or P ~ appears when set to ON.
OTHER FUNCTIONS D Memory bank link function
Sets the memory bank link function ON and OFF (default). The link function provides continuous banks scan, that scans all contents in the selected banks during bank scan. This item appears when set mode is accessed from memory mode only.
D Program scan skip setting
Sets the program scan skip setting from ON and OFF for VFO scan operation, such as programmed scan. This item appears when set mode is accessed from VFO mode only.
Bank link setting q Rotate [DIAL] to select the memory bank link function ON. w Push [SETLOCK] or [S.MWMW] to select the desired bank to be linked.
BLA: Bank A, BLB: Bank B, BLC: Bank C, BLD: Bank D, BLE: Bank E, BLF: Bank F, BLG: Bank G, BLH: Bank H, BLI: Bank I, BLJ: Bank J

VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER

High Power Dual Bander with Wideband Receiver
Powerful 55W/50W output power
Individual MOS-FET power amplier modules supply the power for Icoms most powerful dual band mobile with 55W/50W (VHF/UHF). Stable power for long distance communications plus reduced power settings (15/5W) for local communications.
Improved Dynamic Memory Scan (DMS) system
The improved DMS system allows you to scan all the selected banks you want to scan by simply adding/deleting bank links with Icoms exclusive Bank Link system. Yet another convenient feature to make the IC-E208 a more practical radio.

Wideband receiver

See why Icom has a world renowned reputation for superb wideband receivers with the IC-E208. The IC-E208 wideband receiver covers 118173, 230549 and 810999MHz as standard*. Listen to your Amateur VHF/UHF bands, as well as aviation, marine, and other utility communications in a compact mobile package. Extends your mobile radio enjoyment!

* Depending on version.

User friendly design
The large multi-function tuning knob provides intuitive channel tuning or band hopping. The multicolor display lighting and backlit buttons adds a new fun dimension to operating the IC-E208.
HM-133, remote control microphone
The supplied HM-133 remote control microphone allows you to control almost every function of the IC-E208 from the mic.

Detachable front panel

Limited installation space is no problem with the IC-E208. The separation cable, OPC-600R, is supplied with the radio allowing the compact remote control head* to be installed almost anywhere.
* 111 (W) 40 (H) 26.3 (D) mm

And more

Built-in CTCSS and DTCS tone squelch 1750Hz tone capability for repeater access 16 DTMF memories (24 digits per channel) 9600bps data connector (mini DIN 6-pin) RF attenuator linked to the squelch control Pocket beep and tone scan Selectable squelch delay FM narrow capability
500 alphanumeric memory channels
With this much memory, you can fill your IC-E208 with your favorite frequencies and operation settings such as output power, tone, and more! Then name each memory channel with up to 6 characters for quick channel identication.

HM-133

RECEIVER
(Unit: MHz) Intermediate frequencies Sensitivity (at 12dB SINAD) Squelch sensitivity Selectivity (Wide/Narrow) Spurious rejection ratio Audio output (at 13.8V DC) Ext. speaker connector Supplied accessories: Hand microphone, HM-133 DC power cable, OPC-1132 : 1st/2nd 46.05MHz/450kHz : Less than 0.18V (144/430MHz band only) : Less than 0.13V (at threshold;144/430MHz band only) : More than 12/6kHz at 6dB Less than 30/20kHz at 60dB : More than 60dB : More than 2.0W at 10% distortion with an 8 load : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (18")/8

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Frequency coverage Version Europe : Guaranteed range Rx working range 144146, 118173.995, 230549.995, 430440 810999.990 144146, 144146 Europe-430440 144146, 118173.995, 230549.995, Italy 430434, 435438 810999.990 Mode : FM, FM-N, AM*, AM-N* *RX only; not guaranteed Number of memory channels : 512 (Including 2 call and 10 scan edges) Antenna impedance : 50 (SO-239) Power supply requirement : 13.8V DC 15% Usable temperature range : 10C to +60C Frequency stability : 10ppm (10C to +60C) Tuning step increments : 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100 and 200kHz : Receive Stand-by 0.8A Current drain (at 13.8V DC) Max. audio output 1.0A 12A/11.5A Transmit High (VHF/UHF) Dimensions (Proj. not included) : 141(W) 40(H) 185.4(D) mm : 1.2kg Weight (approx.)
3.5m (11.5ft) separation cable, OPC-600R Mounting bracket Spare fuse
All stated specications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

TRANSMITTER

Output power Max. frequency deviation Spurious emissions Microphone impedance : VHF 55W, 15W (approx.), 5W (approx.) selectable UHF 50W, 15W (approx.), 5W (approx.) selectable : 5.0kHz (wide), 2.5kHz (narrow) : Less than 60dB : 600 (8-pin modular jack)

OPTIONS

s SEPARATION ACCESSORIES
OPC-600R, OPC-601R SEPARATION CABLES For operation with the front panel detached. OPC-600R: 3.5m (11.5ft); OPC-601R: 7.0m (23.0ft) MB-58 REMOTE CONTROL HEAD BRACKET Mounts the remote control head in a convenient location for operation with the front panel detached. MB-65 MOUNT BASE Mounts the remote control head with the MB-58. Adjustable angle and direction for optimum positioning. OPC-1132, OPC-347 DC POWER CABLES OPC-1132: 3.0m (9.8ft); OPC-347: 7.0m (23ft)

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Icom Inc. (Japan), is an ISO9001 certification acquired company.

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2003 Icom Inc.

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