ICOM IC-V88 VHF Transceiver / IC-U88 UHF Transceiver

Supplied Accessories

• Battery pack (BP-278)
• Battery Charger (BC-213)
• Power adapter* (for the battery charger)
• Flexible antenna
• Belt Clip (MB-133)

*Not supplied or the shape is different, depending on the transceiver version.

About the Flexible Antenna

• FA-SC55V (150-174 MHz) is supplied for the IC-V88.
• FA-SC02U (330-380 MHz) is supplied for the IC-U88.
• To use the transceiver out of the supplied antenna's frequency range, select a suitable antenna from OPTIONS described on INSTRUCTIONS 2.

Precautions

Explicit Definitions

Transceiver Caution

• DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.
• DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery packs to burst.
• WARNING! NEVER hold the radio that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The radio will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and the radio is vertical.
• WARNING! NEVER operate the radio with a headset 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.
• WARNING! NEVER operate the radio while driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention-anything less may result in an accident.
• CAUTION: MAKE SURE the flexible antenna, battery pack and jack cover are securely attached to the radio, and that the antenna and battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside of the radio to dust or water will result in serious damage to the radio.
• DO NOT operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
• DO NOT push [PTT] when you do not actually intend to transmit.
• DO NOT use or place the radio in direct sunlight or in places with temperatures below -30°C or above +60°C. The basic operations of the radio are guaranteed within the specified operating temperature range. However, the Liquid Crystal Display may not operate correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours of operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas.
• DO NOT modify the radio. The specifications may change and then not comply with the requirements of a corresponded regulation. The radio warranty does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized modification.
• DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they will damage the radio surfaces.

Precautions (continued)

• BE CAREFUL! The radio will become hot when operating it continuously for long periods of time.
• BE CAREFUL! The radio meets IP67* requirements for dust-tight and waterproof protection. However, once the radio has been dropped, dust-tight and waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the radio's case or the waterproof seal. *Only when the jack cover or the optional HM-168LWP is attached.
• Even when the radio power is OFF, a slight current still flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack from the radio when not using it for a long time. Otherwise, the installed battery pack will become exhausted, and will need to be recharged or replaced.
• MAKE SURE to turn the radio power OFF before connecting the supplied or optional equipment.

Battery Caution

Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery pack may rupture. Misuse can also cause damage to the battery pack or degradation of battery performance.

• DANGER! NEVER short terminals (or charging terminals) of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when placing the battery packs (or the radio) in handbags, etc. Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as a necklace, etc. may cause shorting. This may damage not only the battery pack, but also the radio.
• DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the battery pack. Do not use the battery pack if it has been severely impacted or dropped, or if it has been subjected to heavy pressure. The damage may not be visible on the outside of the case. Even if the surface of the battery pack does not show cracks or any other damage, the cells inside may rupture or catch fire.
• DANGER! NEVER use or leave the battery pack in areas with temperatures above +60°C. High temperature buildup in the battery pack, such as could occur near fires or stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight may cause the battery pack to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures may also degrade performance or shorten life.
• DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery pack to rain, snow, seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet battery pack. If the battery pack gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using.
• DANGER! KEEP the battery pack away from fire. Fire or heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of a used battery pack in accordance with local regulations.
• DANGER! NEVER solder the battery pack terminals, or NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat generation, and the battery pack may burst, emit smoke or catch fire.
• DANGER! Use the battery pack only with the radio for which it is specified. Never use a battery pack with any other equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this instruction manual.
• DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery pack gets in your eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean water, without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.
• WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery pack if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or distributor.
• WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside the battery pack.
• WARNING! NEVER put the battery pack in a microwave oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the battery pack to rupture.
• CAUTION: Always use the battery pack within the specified temperature range, for the radio (-30°C to +60°C) and the battery pack itself (-20°C to +60°C). Using the battery pack out of its specified temperature range will reduce the performance and the life. Please note that the specified temperature range of the battery pack may exceed that of the radio. In such cases, the radio may not work properly because it is out of its operating temperature range.
• CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery pack is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive temperature environment (above +50°C) for an extended period of time. If the battery pack must be left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the radio after discharging. You may use the battery pack until the remaining capacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool and dry place at the following temperature range: -20°C to +50°C (within a month), -20°C to +40°C (within three months), -20°C to +20°C (within a year).
• BE SURE to replace the battery pack with a new one after five years, even if still holds a charge. The inside battery material will deteriorate after a period of time, even with little use.

Charging Caution

• DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such environments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery pack will activate, causing the battery to stop charging.
• WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the battery pack in the battery charger beyond the specified time for charging. If the battery pack is not completely charged by the specified time, stop charging and remove the battery pack from the battery charger. Continuing to charge the battery pack beyond the specified time limit may cause a fire, overheating, or the battery pack may rupture.
• WARNING! NEVER insert the radio (the battery pack attached to the radio) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof.
• NOTE: Charge the battery pack within the specified temperature range of +10°C to +40°C. Otherwise, the charging time will be longer, but the battery pack will not reach a full charge. While charging, at a point after the temperature goes out of the specified range, the charging will automatically stop.

Recommendation

CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operating. Otherwise, the transceiver's keys, switches and controllers may become unusable due to salt crystallization.

NOTE: DO NOT submerge the transceiver in water if you suspect the waterproof protection may not be effective, especially after one of the following:

• The transceiver has been dropped
• The transceiver's case or the waterproof seal is cracked or damaged
• The jack cover or the optional HM-168LWP is detached from the transceiver

Panel Description

ANTENNA CONNECTOR

Connect the supplied or optional antennas.

LED INDICATOR

• Lights red while transmitting.
• Lights green while receiving a signal, or when the squelch is open.
• You should charge the battery when the indicator slowly blinks green.
• You must charge the battery when the indicator quickly blinks green.

[PTT]

Hold down to transmit, and release to receive.

[UP]*/[DOWN]*

No function is currently assigned.

[PO]*

Hold down to enter or exit the User Set mode.

[P1]*

Push to enter the Zone Selecting mode.

[P2]*

Hold down to lock or unlock keys.

[P3]*

Push to set the transmit output power to High, Low 1, or Low 2.

[ROTARY SELECTOR]

Rotate to select the memory channels.

Speaker

SPEAKER-MICROPHONE JACK

Connect an optional speaker-microphone.

Microphone

Function Display (LCD)

[PO]*, [P1]*, [P2]*, [P3]*

10-key pad

[TOP]*

No function is currently assigned.

[VOL]

Rotate to turn the power ON or OFF, and to adjust the audio level.

* If you use CS-V88 CLONING SOFTWARE (purchase separately), you can assign other functions to these keys. For more information about functions, see the operating guide for the IC-V88 and IC-U88 on the Icom website.

CAUTION: The transceiver meets IP67 requirements for the dust-tight and waterproof protection, only when the jack cover or the optional HM-168LWP is attached.

Function Display

1 SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR

Displays the relative receive signal strength.

2 LOW POWER ICON

• Appears when low output power is selected.
• When the battery charge decreases to a set level, low power is automatically selected.

AUDIBLE ICON

Appears when the channel is in the 'Audible' (unmuted) mode.

4 COMPANDER ICON

Appears when the Compander function is ON.

SCRAMBLER ICON

Appears when the Voice Scrambler function is ON.

SCAN ICON

Appears or blinks while scanning.

KEY LOCK ICON

Appears when the Key Lock function is ON.

BATTERY INDICATOR

• Displays the remaining battery charge.
• Blinks when the battery charge decreases to a set level.

ALPHANUMERIC READOUT

Displays messages such as the channel name.

Battery Charging

Rapid charging with the supplied BC-213

The BC-213 DESKTOP CHARGER rapidly charges the Li-ion battery pack.

The BC-213 is used with the power adapter or the CP-23L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE (purchase separately).

• Charging time of the BP-278: Approximately 2 hours

CAUTION: STOP charging, if the charge indicator lights orange and green alternately. In this case, a charging failure is occurring.

NOTE: Charge the battery within the specified temperature range of +10°C to +40°C. Otherwise, the charging time will be longer, but the battery will not reach a full charge. While charging, at a point where the temperature goes out of the specified range, the charging will automatically stop.

Rapid charging with the BC-214

The BC-214 MULTI CHARGER* can simultaneously charge up to 6 Li-ion battery packs.

The BC-214 is used with the BC-157S AC ADAPTER* or the OPC-656 DC POWER CABLE*.

* Purchase separately

• Charging time of the BP-278: Approximately 2 hours

For more information about Icom accessories, read OPTIONS described on INSTRUCTIONS 2.

Diagrams:

Battery Charging Setup with BC-213: Shows a transceiver with a battery pack connected to the BC-213 desktop charger, which is powered by a power adapter. A charge indicator light is shown on the charger.

Battery Charging Setup with BC-214: Shows multiple battery packs being charged simultaneously in a BC-214 multi-charger, which is connected to a power source via a BC-157S AC adapter or an OPC-656 DC power cable.