INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CELLULAR RADIO TELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.

FOREWORD

Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-E7 VHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icoms superior 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-E7 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-E7.

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-E7.

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

Covers the 0.495999.990 MHz* frequency range
*Some frequency bands are disabled according to version
CTCSS and DTCS encoder/decoder standard 1250 memory channels* with 18 banks available
*200 auto write and 50 scan edge channels are included.
1800 mAh large capacity Li-Ion battery standard
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

This device emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. 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 RF EXPOSURE!

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.
DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the
antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or

in areas with temperatures below 10C (+14F) or above +60C (+140F). Place the unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a
earphone, headphones or other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use.
AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they can damage the transceivers surfaces.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention anything less may result in an accident.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD... i IMPORTANT... i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS... i PRECAUTION... ii SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES... iii TABLE OF CONTENTS... iii QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE... IVIII Preparation... I Your rst contact... III Repeater operation... V Memory programming... VI Programmed scan operation... VII 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION.. 14 Front, top and side panels... 1 Function display... BATTERY CHARGING.. 58 Caution... 5 Battery installation... 7 Battery charging... FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING. 912 VFO and memory channels.. 9 Operating band selection... 9 Setting a frequency... 11 Setting a tuning step... 11 Selecting a memory channel... 12 Selecting a call channel... BASIC OPERATION.. 1318 Receiving... 13 Setting audio volume... 13 Squelch level setting... 14 Operating mode selection.. 14 Monitor function... 15 Attenuator function... 15
q Battery pack (BP-243) 1 w Battery charger (BC-164) 1 e Antenna 1 r Handstrap 1 t AC adapter* (BC-145LE/LUK) 1
(The shape of the BC-145LE and BC-145LUK are different.) *Depending on versions. Not supplied with some versions.
Transmitting... 16 Transmit power selection... 16 Dial select step... 17 Lock function.... 18 [DIAL] function assignment.. 18 REPEATER OPERATION.. 1923 General... 19 Offset frequency.... 20 Subaudible tones... Hz tone.... 23 MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS... 2433 General description.. 24 Memory channel programming.. 24 Memory bank setting... 25 Memory bank selection... 26 Programming memory/bank name.. 27 Selecting display type... 28 Copying memory contents.. 29 Memory clearing.... 30 Transferring memory contents.. 31 Erasing/transferring bank contents.. 32 Call channel programming... 33 Copying call channel contents... 33 SCAN OPERATION... 3441 Scan types... 34 Full/band/programmed scan... 35 Scan edges programming.. 36 Memory/bank scan... 37 Auto memory write scan... 38 Skip channel/frequency setting.. 39 Scan resume condition.. 41 PRIORITY WATCH... 4244 Priority watch types.. 42
Priority watch operation... TONE SQUELCH AND POCKET BEEP. 4548 Tone/DTCS squelch operation.. 45 Tone squelch frequency/DTCS code setting.. 46 DTCS polarity setting... 47 Tone scan.... SET MODE... 4959 General... 49 Set mode items... OTHER FUNCTIONS... 6064 Data cloning.... 60 Auto power-off function... 61 TV channel operation... 62 All reset.... 63 Partial reset... FREQUENCY TABLE... 6572 TV channels... 65 VHF marine channels... 68 Weather channels... 68 Other communications in the USA.. 69 Other communicationsother countries.. MAINTENANCE... 7374 Troubleshooting... 73 Optional CP-21LR fuse replacement... SPECIFICATIONS... 7576 Transceiver... 75 Battery pack (BP-243)... 76 Battery charger (BC-164)... OPTIONS... 7779 Options... POCKET GUIDE... CE.... 82

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Preparation

D Battery installation

qRemove the battery cover from the transceiver. wInstall the BP-243 (Li-Ion battery pack).
Be sure to observe the correct polarity.

D Antenna

Insert the supplied antenna into the antenna connector and screw down the antenna as shown at right. NEVER hold the antenna when carrying the transceiver.
eReplace the battery cover to the transceiver.
Keep the jack cover attached when jack is not in use to protect the connector from dust and moisture.
For your information Third-party antennas may increase transceiver performance. An optional AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTER is available to connect an antenna with a BNC connector.

D Handstrap

Slide the handstrap through the loop on the top of the rear panel as illustrated at right. Facilities carrying.
Keep the battery contacts clean. Its a good idea to clean the battery terminals once a week. I
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE D Charging the battery

D Charging description

qPlug the AC adapter into an AC outlet; or the optional CP21LR into a cigarette lighter socket. wInsert the adapter plug into [12~16V DC INPUT] of the BC164 BATTERY CHARGER. eInstall the BP-243 BATTERY PACK (see left page) to the transceiver. rBe sure to turn OFF the transceiver, then charge the battery with transceiver.
Takes approximately 3 hours for fully charge with the supplied BP-243 battery pack. Charging indicator of BC-164 lights or blinks as follows. to AC outlet AC adapter Charging indicator status Lights orange Lights green Blinking red Charging status Charging Charging is completed Charging error*

Transceiver

to [12~16V DC INPUT] jack

Charging indicator

to cigarette lighter socket
* It may be charging outside of the specied temperature range: +5C to +35C (+41F to +95F). Restore the specified temperature range and reinsert the transceiver.

BC-164

Optional CP-21LR Cigarette lighter cable with noise filter
RWARNING!: NEVER charge any other than the specied battery pack.
NOTE: The transceiver has battery indicator to show the following information. No indicator appears when the installed battery pack has ample capacity. (battery indicator) appears when the battery pack is nearing exhaustion. blinks when the battery pack must be charged. and LOW indicator appear just before the battery pack is completely discharged and display turns OFF. II

Quick reference guide

Your rst contact
Now that you have your IC-E7 ready, you are probably excited to get on the air. We would like to take you through a few basic steps to make your rst experience On The Air enjoyable.

VOL PRIO P SKIP MR LOW 1 VOL PRIO P SKIP MR
NOTE: The transceiver can transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst. Push [PTT] briefly, then push and hold [PTT] for 1 to 2 sec. to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst. (p.23)
The IC-E7 has a total of 1250 memory channels (including 200 auto write channels and 50 scan edges) for storing often used operating frequency, mode, etc.
3. Writing a memory channel
Push and hold [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) for 1 sec. until 3 beeps sound.
Memory channel number automatically increases when continuing to push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) after programming.

1. Setting frequency

In VFO mode, set the desired receive frequency mode.
When indicator is displayed, push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) to select the VFO mode.
2. Selecting a memory channel
Push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode (1 short and 1 long beep sound), then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired memory channel.
indicator and memory channel number blink.
To cancel and exit select memory write mode, push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) momentarily.

Memory programming

Programmed scan operation
50 channels of memories in 25 pairs are used to specify scanning ranges for programmed scan operation. The programmed scan scans between xxA and xxb (xx=00 to 24) channels. Therefore, before operating the programmed scan, different frequencies must be programmed into the A and b channels.
Scan edge channel b is automatically selected when continuing to push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) after programming. After programming is completed, the display returns to VFO indication.

D Programming scan edges

A start and stop frequency must be programmed into a pair of "xxA" or "xxb" channels.
4. Selecting a scan edge channel b
Push and hold [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) for 1 sec., then rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scan edge channel b.
In VFO mode, set the desired operating frequency and mode.
LOW 1 indicator and scan edge channel number blink. When the scan edge channel b is already selected at step 3, continuing to push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) after programming, skip this step.

Charging indicator of BC -164
Orange (lights) : During charging. Green (lights) : When the battery pack is charged completely. Red (blinking) : The charger may be outside of the specified temperature range: +5C to +35C (+41F to +95F). Restore the specified temperature range and reinsert the transceiver or contact your dealer.
CAUTION: BE SURE to disconnect the CP-21LR from the cigarette lighter socket when charging is nished, because, a slight current still follows in the CP-21LR and the vehicles battery will become will be drained.
Charging periods: Approx. 3 hours 8
FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING

Operating band selection

The transceiver can receive the *AM broadcast, *HF band, *50 MHz, *FM broadcast, *VHF air, 144 MHz, *300 MHz, 400 MHz, *600 MHz, *800 MHz or television channels. *Available frequency bands are differ depending on version. See the specication for details. (p. 75) Push [BAND] (TSLOCK) several times to select the desired frequency band.
When memory mode is selected, push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) to select VFO mode rst.

VFO and memory channels

The IC-E7 has two primary operating modes: VFO mode and memory mode. VFO mode is used for setting the desired frequency within the frequency coverage. Push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) to select VFO mode. Memory mode is used for operating from memory channels which have programmed frequencies. Push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) to select memory mode.
See p. 24 for memory programming details. VFO mode indication

Memory mode indication

Push Push and hold

+ [DIAL]

and memory channel number appear.
Dual operation What is VFO? VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator. Frequencies for receiving or transmitting are selected and controlled by the VFO. 9
Available frequency bands
AM broadcast band HF band 50 MHz band FM broadcast band

: Push VHF air band

: Rotating

while pushing

TV channels
Initial frequencies shown differ according to version. Appears only when TV channels are programmed using the optional CS-P7. 144 MHz band

800 MHz band

600 MHz band

400 MHz band

300 MHz band

Setting a frequency

q Push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) to select VFO mode, if necessary. w Select the desired frequency band with [BAND] (TSLOCK).

DTCS selection

DTCS with pocket beep function selection

Dual operation 22

1750 Hz tone
Some European repeaters require a 1750 Hz tone burst to be accessed. For such European repeaters, perform the following. q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). wSet the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (DUP or +DUP; see p. 19 for details.)
eWhile pushing and holding [PTT], push and hold [SQL] (ATTSET) for 1 to 2 sec. to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.
The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit frequency (repeater input frequency). If OFF appears, check the offset frequency (see p. 20 for details) or shift direction (p.19).
CONVENIENT! qSet the receive frequency, or shift direction (see p.19 for details.). wPush [PTT] briey, then push and hold [PTT] again for 1 to 2 sec. to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.
rPush and hold [PTT] to transmit. t Release [PTT] to receive. yPush and hold [SQL] (ATTSET) to monitor the repeater input frequency.
ePush and hold [PTT] to transmit. r Release [PTT] to receive. tPush and hold [SQL] (ATTSET) to monitor the repeater input frequency.

MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS

General description
The IC-E7 has 1050 memory channels including 50 scan edge memory channels (25 pairs) for storage of often-used frequencies. And a total of 18 memory banks, A to H, J, L, N, O to R, T, U and Y are available for storing groups of frequencies, etc. Up to 100 channels can be assigned into a bank.
Memory channel programming
q Push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) to select VFO mode. w Set the desired frequency: Select the desired band with [BAND] (TSLOCK). Set the desired frequency with [DIAL]. Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction, subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if desired. ePush and hold [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) for 1 sec. to enter select memory write mode.
1 short and 1 long beep sound. indicator and memory channel number blink.
D Memory channel contents
The following information can be programmed into memory channels: Operating frequency (p. 11) Operating mode (p. 14) Duplex direction (DUP or DUP) with an offset frequency (pgs. 19, 20) Subaudible tone encoder (p. 22), tone squelch or DTCS squelch ON/OFF (p. 45) Subaudible tone frequency (p. 21), tone squelch frequency or DTCS code with polarity (pgs. 46, 47) Scan skip information (p. 39).
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
Call channels (C0, C1), VFO (VF) and scan edge channels (00A/00b to 24A/24b), as well as regular memory channels, can be programmed in this way. While pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select memory channel in 10 channel steps.
t Push and hold [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) for 1 sec.

q Start the VFO scan. Select VFO mode with [V/M] (SKIPS.MW).

Program skip setting

Push and hold [CALL] (MODESCAN) for 1 sec. to enter scan type selection condition. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired scanning type.

SKIP appears

PSKIP appears
Push [CALL] (MODESCAN) again to start the scan.
CONVENIENT! The skip setting can also be easily set with the following operation.
qSelect the desired memory channel to be set as a skip channel/frequency. wWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) momentarily to select the skip condition from SKIP, PSKIP and OFF (no indication).
wWhen scan pauses and you want to set the paused frequency as a skip frequency. Push and hold [FUNC] then push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) for 1 sec. to store the paused frequency into the highest blank memory channel.
While pushing and holding [FUNC], scan pauses; and after writing the frequency, scan resumes.

Scan resume condition

D Scan pause timer
The scan pauses when receiving signals according to the scan pause time. It can be set from 220 sec. or unlimited. qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATTSET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select EXPAND. eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to turn the expanded set mode ON. r Rotate [DIAL] to select PAUSE. tWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to set the desired scan pausing time from 220 sec. (2 sec. steps) or HOLD.
2SEC20SEC; scan pauses 220 sec. while receiving a signal. HOLD; scan pauses on a received a signal until it disappears.

EXPANDED SET MODE

D Scan resume timer
The scan re-starts after a signal disappears according to the resume time. It can be set from 05 sec. or unlimited. qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATTSET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select EXPAND. eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to turn the expanded set mode ON. r Rotate [DIAL] to select RESUME. tWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to set the desired scan pause time from 05 sec. (1 sec. steps) or HOLD.

0SEC; scan restarts immediately after the signal disappears. 1SEC5SEC; scan restarts 15 sec. after the signal disappears. HOLD; scan restarts by rotating [DIAL] only.
y Push [SQL] (ATTSET) to exit set mode.
[DIAL] Pause timer setting

Resume timer setting

PRIORITY WATCH

Priority watch types

Priority watch checks for signals on a frequency every 5 sec. while operating on a VFO frequency or scanning. The transceiver has 3 priority watch types to suit your needs. The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume condition. See the page at left for details. NOTES: If the pocket beep function is activated, the transceiver automatically selects the tone squelch function when priority watch starts.

MEMORY CHANNEL WATCH

While operating on a VFO frequency, priority watch checks for a signal on the selected memory channel every 5 sec.
A memory channel with skip information can be watched. 5 sec. VFO frequency Memory channel

MEMORY SCAN WATCH

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

Mch 000

D About priority beep function
When receiving a signal on the priority frequency, you can be alerted with beeps and a blinking S. This function can be activated when setting the priority watch function ON.

VFO frequency

SKIP Mch 001

Mch 001 Mch 999

VFO SCAN WATCH
While scanning in VFO mode, priority watch checks for signals on the selected memory channel every 5 sec. Push Push and hold Dual operation 42
5 sec. VFO scan Memory channel

Priority watch operation

D Memory channel watch and memory scan watch
q Select VFO mode, then set an operating frequency.
TX channel can also be selected.
tWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to turn the priority watch ON.

Auto power-off function

The IC-E7 can be set to automatically turn OFF after a specied period in which no operation is performed. 120 min., 90 min., 60 min., 30 min. and OFF can be specied. The specied period is retained even when the transceiver is turned OFF by the auto power-off function. To cancel the function, select OFF in step e below. qWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], push and hold [SQL] (ATTSET) for 1 sec. to enter set mode. w Rotate [DIAL] to select AP OFF.
Turn the expanded set mode ON for selection. (p. 39) [DIAL]

D Cloning error

NOTE: DO NOT push any key on the sub-transceiver during cloning. This will cause a cloning error. When the display appears as below, a cloning error has occurred. In such a case, both transceivers automatically return to the clone standby condition and cloning must be repeated.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
eWhile pushing and holding [FUNC], rotate [DIAL] to select the desired time or to turn the function OFF. r Push [SQL] (ATTSET) to exit set mode. 61

TV channel operation

TV channel operation is available only when TV channels are programmed using the optional CS-P7 CLONING SOFTWARE. (p. 61)

D TV channel receiving

q Push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) to select VFO mode, if necessary. w Push [BAND] (TSLOCK) several times to select the TV channel band.
tV and channel number appear. While pushing and holding [BAND] (TSLOCK), rotating [DIAL] also selects the TV channel band.

D Skip channel setting

Unwanted channels can be skipped for rapid selection, etc. q Rotate [DIAL] to select the channel to be skipped.
To clear the skip setting, rotate [DIAL] while pushing and holding [FUNC] to select a skip channel.
e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
While pushing and holding [FUNC], rotating [DIAL] selects the all channels including skip channel.
w While pushing and holding [FUNC], push [V/M] (SKIPS.MW) to toggle the skip setting ON and OFF.
SKIP appears when the channel is set as skip channel.
D Automatic TV channel programming
TV channels can be programmed automatically. Push and hold [CALL] (MODESCAN) for 1 sec. to start TV channel programming.
The programming will automatically stop when scanning all channels.

Dual operation 62

All reset
The function display may occasionally display erroneous information (e.g. when first applying power). This may be caused externally by static electricity or by other factors. If this problem occurs, turn power OFF. After waiting a few seconds, turn power ON again. If the problem persists, perform the following procedure.

(unit: MHz) CH Ship Ship No. Transmit Receive
78 78A 79 79A 80 80A 81 81A 82 82A 83 83A 83b 84 84A 85 85A 86 86A 87 87A 88 88A 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.875 156.925 156.925 156.975 156.975 157.025 157.025 157.075 157.075 157.125 157.125 157.175 157.175 161.775 157.225 157.225 157.275 157.275 157.325 157.325 157.375 157.375 157.425 157.425 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.875 161.525 156.925 161.575 156.975 161.625 157.025 161.675 157.075 161.725 157.125 161.775 157.175 161.775 161.825 157.225 161.875 157.275 161.925 157.325 161.975 157.375 162.025 157.425
Weather channels (unit: MHz)
WX CH Frequency 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 163.275
21A 21b 22 22A 23 23A 25b 28 28b 61A 62 62A 63 63A 64 64A 65 65A 66 66A 69 157.050 161.650 157.100 157.100 157.150 157.150 157.200 157.250 161.850 157.300 157.350 157.400 162.000 156.025 156.075 156.075 156.125 156.125 156.175 156.175 156.225 156.225 156.275 156.275 156.325 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 157.050 161.650 161.700 157.100 161.750 157.150 161.800 161.850 161.850 161.900 161.950 162.000 162.000 160.625 160.675 156.075 160.725 156.125 160.775 156.175 160.825 156.225 160.875 156.275 160.925 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475
Other communications in the USA
D HF CB (Citizens Band) channels
CH Frequency 26.965 MHz 26.975 MHz 26.985 MHz 27.005 MHz 27.015 MHz 27.025 MHz 27.035 MHz 27.055 MHz 27.065 MHz 27.075 MHz 27.085 MHz 27.105 MHz 27.115 MHz 27.125 MHz 27.135 MHz 27.155 MHz 27.165 MHz 27.175 MHz 27.185 MHz 27.205 MHz CH Frequency 27.215 MHz 27.225 MHz 27.255 MHz 27.235 MHz 27.245 MHz 27.265 MHz 27.275 MHz 27.285 MHz 27.295 MHz 27.305 MHz 27.315 MHz 27.325 MHz 27.335 MHz 27.345 MHz 27.355 MHz 27.365 MHz 27.375 MHz 27.385 MHz 27.395 MHz 27.405 MHz
D GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) channels
Transceiver Receive 462.5500 MHz 462.5625 MHz 462.5750 MHz 462.5875 MHz 462.6000 MHz 462.6125 MHz 462.6250 MHz 462.6375 MHz 462.6500 MHz 462.6625 MHz 462.6750 MHz 462.6875 MHz 462.7000 MHz 462.7125 MHz 462.7250 MHz Transceiver Transmit 467.5500 MHz 467.5750 MHz 467.6000 MHz 467.6250 MHz 467.6500 MHz 467.6750 MHz 467.7000 MHz 467.7250 MHz
D BRS (Business Radio Service) channels
Dot color Red Purple Blue Green White Black Orange Brown Yellow J Dot K Dot Silver Star Gold Star Red Star Blue Star Frequency 151.625 MHz 151.955 MHz 154.570 MHz 154.600 MHz 462.575 MHz 462.625 MHz 462.675 MHz 464.500 MHz 464.550 MHz 467.763 MHz 467.813 MHz 467.850 MHz 467.875 MHz 467.900 MHz 467.925 MHz

Beep tones are turned OFF or the beep tone level Turn beep tone ON or set the beep tone level to ap- p. 54 propriate level in set mode. is too low. While pushing and holding [FUNC], push [CALL] p. 14 several times to select a suitable operating mode.
Receive audio is distorted. The operating mode is not selected correctly.
Charge the battery pack. p. 6 Transmitting is impossible. The battery pack is exhausted. A frequency outside of the 144/430 MHz amateur Set the frequency within the 144/430 MHz amateur pgs. 9, 11 bands. bands is set No contact possible with The other station is using tone squelch. another station. The transceiver is set to duplex Turn the tone squelch function ON. Set to simplex. p. 45 p. 19 p. 20 p. 21
Correct the offset frequency. Repeater cannot be ac- Wrong offset frequency is programmed. cessed. Priority watch is paused on the watching fre- Correct the subaudible tone frequency quency
Troubleshooting (continued)
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Turn EXPAND item ON. Program a pair of scan edge channels.

p. 49 p. 36 pgs. 24, 25

Desired set mode item EXPAND item is set to OFF. cannot be selected. Programmed scan does Program scan edges are not programmed. not start.
Memory or bank scan No or only one memory or bank channel is pro- Program at least 2 memory or bank channels does not start. grammed.
Charging indicator (BC- The temperature is too hot or too cold around the Place the charger within the specied temperature p. 8 164) lights red while charger (BC-164). range (+5C to +35C; +41F to +95 F), then charging. charge the battery pack.
Optional CP-21LR fuse replacement
If the fuse blows or the charger stops functioning while operating with the optional CP-21LR, nd the source of the problem if possible, and replace the damaged fuse with a new, rated one (FGB 2 A) as shown at right.

Fuse 2 A

D General

Europe UK Italy France

SPECIFICATIONS

Transceiver

Frequency coverage : (unit: MHz) Receive 0.495999.990* 144146, 430434, 435438 0.49529.995*, 50.251.2*, 76135.995*, 144146, 430440 Transmit 144146, 430440 144146, 430434, 435438 144146, 430440 Current drain (at 3.7 V DC) : Tx High 144, 430 MHz Less than 1.5 A Tx Low 144 MHz 0.4 A (approx.) 430 MHz 0.5 A (approx.) Rx max.power Less than 150 mA standby 80 mA (approx.) Antenna connector : SMA (50 ) External MIC/SP connector : 4-conductor 3.5(d) mm; (SP)/2 k(MIC) Dimensions : 47(W)81(H)28(D) mm; (projections not included) 12732(W)3316(H)1332(D) in Weight (approx.) : 160 g; 5.64 oz

Power supply Charging current End voltage Charging temp. range Dimensions
(projections not included)

Weight (approx.)

: 12 to 16 V DC or the specied Icom AC adapter (BC-145LE/LUK) : 760 mA10% : 4.2 V0.1 V : +5C to +35C; +41F to +95 F : 67(W)86.5(H)50(D) mm; 258(W)31332(H)13132(D) in : 95 g; 3.4 oz

OPTIONS

Options

AD-92SMA ANTENNA

CONNECTOR ADAPTER
OPC-782 PLUG ADAPTER CABLE

SP-13 EARPHONE

CP-21LR CIGARETTE LIGHTER

CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER

Allows you to connect an external antenna with a BNC connector.
Used for connection with an Icom speaker-microphone or earphone.
Provides clear receive audio in noisy environments. An optional OPC-782 is required for connection.
Allows you to charge the transceiver using supplied BC-164 BATTERY CHARGER.
BP-243 LI-ION BATTERY PACK 3.7 V/1800 mAh Lithium Ion battery pack. Same as supplied one. OPC-474 CLONING CABLE For connection between transceivers for data cloning.
CS-P7 CLONING SOFTWARE + OPC-478U CLONING CABLE

(USB type)

Allows you to transfer data, such as memories, and quickly and easily edit and store data via a PC (for Microsoft Windows 98/Me/2000/XP). Current RS232C (DB 9-pin) type cloning cable, OPC-478, is also available.
BC-145LE/LUK AC ADAPTER Same as supplied AC adapter with BC-164. (Not supplied with some versions) Regularly charges the installed battery pack into transceiver.
D HM-153 TIE-PIN MICROPHONE
An optional OPC-782 is required for connection. NOTE: Connect the OPC-782 after removing the [MIC/SP] cap (MIC/SP jack cover). Keep the [MIC/SP] cap attached when jack are not in use to keep the contact clean.
D HM-153P TIE-PIN MICROPHONE
Connects to the IC-E7 directly (without the OPC-782). NOTE: Connect the HM-153P after removing the [MIC/SP] cap (MIC/SP jack cover). Keep the [MIC/SP] cap attached when jack are not in use to keep the contact clean.

[MIC/SP] cap

OPC-782 Microphone
HM-153 Speaker/MIC connector

HM-153P

SCAN SCAN

S.MW S.MW

D LC-161 CARRYING CASE
Helps protect the transceiver from scratches, etc. NOTE: When using as below illustration, tension release loop protects the [MIC/SP] connector from being damaged by cable stress or vibration OPC-782 HM-128
D HM-128 EARPHONE MICROPHONE
An optional OPC-782 is required for connection.
D HM-131 SPEAKER MICROPHONE
An optional OPC-782 is required for connection. HM-131 LC-161 Tension release loop

POCKET GUIDE

Important operating instructions are summed up in this and the following page for your simple reference. By cutting along the line and folding on the dotted line, it will become a card sized operating guide which can easily be carried in a card case or wallet, etc.

Icom (Europe) GmbH

Himmelgeister strae 100 D-40225 Dsseldorf Authorized representative name
Version (where applicable): This compliance is based on conformity with the following harmonised standards, specications or documents: i) ii) iii) iv) EN 301 489-1 v 1.4.1 (2002-08) EN 301 489-15 v 1.2.1 (2002-08) EN v 1.1.1 (2000-09) EN 60950-1 (2001): A11: 2004
H. IKegami General Manager

INSTALLATION NOTES

When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 2.5 to 5 centimeters away from your mouth. Keep antenna at least 2.5 centimeters from your head and body. If you wear a potable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters from your body when transmitting.

Signature

#02 Europe
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#03 Italy

#10 France

#11 UK

A-6468D-1EU Printed in Japan 2005 Icom Inc.
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan

VHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER

iC- e7

Compact body & Stylish design
Ultra compact, lightweight body

478128 mm*, 160g**

* Projections are not included. ** Including BP-243 and antenna
20 hours of operating time*
with slim Lithium-Ion battery pack
* Tx:Rx:Stand-by=5:5:90 with power save on
Wideband receiver* allows you to

VHF 1.5W UHF 1.0W

listen to FM, TV (audio) and others
* 0.495999.990MHz, receiver range differs depending on version
Minimum number of buttons

for simple operation

VHF/UHF dual bander with

1.5W/1.0W output power

(One band at a time)

CTCSS and DTCS tone for

repeater access and quiet stand-by
1000 alphanumeric memory channels
with flexible memory bank system
Supplied rapid charger, BC-164, charges
the battery pack in 3 hours (approx.)

Other features

Auto memory write scan stores detected busy channels in the auto memory write bank. You can transfer them to the regular memory channels. Bank link scan allows you to detect busy channels from the selected banks. Pocket beep alerts the operator with a beep sound when the transceiver receives a signal containing a preset tone. Large backlit LCD with backlit buttons for night time operation Priority watch function checks for selected memory channel(s) every 5 seconds, while operating on VFO mode.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Frequency coverage (Unit: MHz) :
Version Tx range Rx range EURO 144146,430440 0.495999.990*1 UK 144146,430440 0.495999.990*1 Italy 144146,430434,435438 144146,430434,435438 0.49529.995, 50.251.2, 76 France 144146,430440 135.995, 144146, 430440** Guaranteed range, 144146, 430440MHz
Weight (approx.) Ext. MIC/SP connector
: 160g (with BP-243 and ANT) : 4-conductor 3.5 (d) mm /2k/8

TRANSMITTER

Output power VHF UHF Max. frequency deviation Spurious emissions : High 1.5W, Low 0.1W (approx.) High 1.0W, Low 0.1W (approx.) : 5.0kHz : Less than 60dB
Mode No. of memory channels Antenna impedance Power supply requirement Usable temperature range Frequency stability Tuning step increments
: FM, AM*, WFM* *RX only : 1252 (1000 regular, 2 call, 50 scan
edges and 200 auto memory write )

RECEIVER

Intermediate frequencies Sensitivity (at 12dB SINAD) Squelch sensitivity Selectivity AM/FM WFM Spurious rejection ratio Audio output (at 3.7V DC) : 46.35MHz, 450kHz (AM/FM) 14.85MHz, 450kHz (WFM) : Less than 0.18V
(144/430MHz ham band only)
: 50 (SMA) : 3.7V DC (With specied battery pack) : 10C to +60C : 6ppm (10C to +60C) : 5, 6.25, 8.33, 9, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 200kHz
Sensitivity (Wideband receiver general): FM (at 12dB SINAD) 3089.995MHz Less than 0.45V 90143.995MHz Less than 0.2V 144147.995MHz Less than 0.18V 148179.995MHz Less than 0.2V 350470MHz 0.18V typ. 600939.990MHz Less than 1.4V 940999.990MHz Less than 2.5V WFM (at 12dB SINAD) 76107.995MHz Less than 1.8V 600799.990MHz Less than 2.5V AM (at 10dB S/N) 0.4954.995MHz Less than 2.2V 5.0029.995MHz Less than 1.4V 118136.995MHz Less than 1.4V
: Less than 0.18V (at threshold;
144/430MHz ham band only)
Current drain (at 3.7V DC) : Transmit High Less than 1.5A Low (VHF/UHF) 0.4A/0.5A (approx.) Receive Max. audio Less than 150mA Stand-by 80mA (approx.) Dimensions (WHD) : 478128mm
(Projections are not included)
: More than 12kHz at 6dB Less than 30kHz at 60dB More than 150kHz at 10dB Less than 700kHz at 20dB : More than 40dB : More than 50mW at 10% distortion with an 8 load

Supplied accessories:

(* Depending on version)
Battery pack, BP-243 AC adapter, BC-145LE/LUK*
Battery charger, BC-164 Antenna Hand strap

All stated specications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

OPTIONS

Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details. BC-164 RAPID BATTERY CHARGER +BC-145LE/LUK AC ADAPTER CP-21LR CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER LC-161 CARR CARRYING CASE AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTOR OPC-474 CLONING CABLE

BP-243 BATTERY PACK

3.7V/1800mA Li-Ion battery pack. Same as supplied.
Charges the BP-243 in 3 hours (approx). L-shaped plug AC adapter is supplied with the charger, depending on version. HM-131 SPEAKER MICROPHONE
For use of the BC-164 in a vehicle. (1216V DC required.)
Allows you to put the transceiver on your belt.
Allows connection of BNC type antenna.
For transceiver to transceiver cloning.
HM-153P EARPHONE MICROPHONE
HM-128 EARPHONE MICROPHONE

SP-13 EARPHONE

OPC-782 PLUG ADAPTOR CABLE
CS-P7 CLONING SOFTWARE + OPC-478, OPC-478U CLONING CABLES
For quick and easy programming of memory channels from a PC. (Microsoft Windows 98/SE

/Me/2000/XP).

OPC-478: RS-232C cable, OPC-478U : USB cable 1 plug type lapel clip microphone with earphone. Compact and durable body. Equipped with an earphone jack. OPC-782 is required. Light type lapel clip microphone with earphone.

OPC-782 is required.

Provides clear audio in noisy environments.
MIC/SP plug adaptor. For use with HM-131, HM-128 and SP-13.
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