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Instructions for iCOM models including: RC-28, RC-28 Remote Encoder, Remote Encoder, Encoder
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DocumentDocumentREMOTE ENCODER RC-28 INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for choosing the RC-28 REMOTE ENCODER. Connect the RC-28 to a PC USB port, and operate the RS-BA1 IP REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE on the PC. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the RC-28. PRECAUTIONS R WARNING! NEVER disassemble the RC-28. Incorrect reassembly may result in a fire hazard or electric shock. R WARNING! NEVER operate or touch the controller with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock or damage the controller. R WARNING! NEVER let metal, wire or other objects protrude into the controller. This may result in an electric shock. CAUTION: DO NOT expose the controller to rain, snow or any liquids. CAUTION: DO NOT strike or otherwise impact the controller. This may damage the controller. KEEP the controller out of reach of unauthorized persons. DO NOT use harsh solvents such as Benzine or alcohol to clean the controller, because as they will damage the controller's surfaces. DO NOT connect the controller to other than a PC. Otherwise it will not work properly. SUPPLIED ITEMS Items Qty. USB cable (approximately 1.5 m, 4.9 ft) ···················· 1 Instructions (this leaflet)············································· 1 SPECIFICATIONS · Input voltage: DC 5 V ±5% (supplied through the PC's USB port) · Operating 10°C ~ +60°C, temperature range: +14°F ~ +140°F · Weight: (approximate) 440 g, 15.5 oz (supplied USB cable is not included) · Dimensions: (approximate) 64 mm, 2.5 in 64 mm, 2.5 in 116 mm, 4.6 in All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. FCC INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif- ferent from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni- cian for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this controller, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this controller under FCC regulations. DISPOSAL The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your product, literature, or packaging reminds you that in the European Union, all electrical and electronic products, batteries, and accumulators (rechargeable batteries) must be taken to designated collection locations at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of them according to the laws in your area. ABOUT CE The RC-28 complies with the essential requirements of the 2014/30/EU directive for Electromagnetic Compatibility and the 2001/95/ EC directive for General Product Safety. Below statement is for UKCA purpose only United Kingdom Authorised Importer: Icom (UK) Ltd. Address: Blacksole House, Altira Park, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 6GZ, U.K. PANEL DESCRIPTION q [USB] port Rear Connect to a PC with the supplied USB cable. view w [TRANSMIT] indicator Lights red while transmitting. e [LINK] indicator Lights green when the RC-28 can be used with the RS-BA1. r Main dial Rotate to change the operating frequency. t [F-1]/[F-2] indicators Each indicator lights orange when the assigned function is activated. The functions are assigned by the RS-BA1. If the LED function is set to OFF, the indicator will not light, even if the assigned function is ON. y [F-1]/[F-2] buttons Push or hold down to activate the assigned function, depending on which action is assigned to the function by the RS-BA1. u [TRANSMIT] button Push to toggle between transmit and receive. You can change the Transmit action in the RS-BA1's [Option] menu. (Option > USB Dial... > TRANSMIT Button) · Hold down [TRANSMIT] to transmit, release to receive. TO USE RC-28 q Make sure Windows has completed its start-up. w Connect the RC-28 to the PC that the RS-BA1 1.30 or later version is installed. RC-28 PC q If the [LINK] indicator does not light, check the following. z Click the [Option] menu on the RS-BA1's Top menu, and then click "USB Dial..." to open the USB Dial Setting screen. w to aUSBport USB cable (supplied) · DO NOT connect the RC-28 to the PC with other than the supplied USB cable or through any USB hub. The RC-28 may not work properly. · The RC-28 cannot be used with RS-BA1 1.20 or earlier versions. Please download the latest version from the Icom website, and update your RSBA1. https://www.icomjapan.com/support/ When you connect the RC-28 to the PC for the first time, wait until "Device driver software installed successfully." is displayed. e Start up the RS-BA1 Remote control software. · The [LINK] indicator on the RC-28 lights green. (See `PANEL DESCRIPTION' e.) r Now you can control the assigned functions of the RS-BA1 using the RC-28. If the "USB Dial..." item on the [Option] menu is not displayed, download the latest software from the Icom website, and install it. https://www.icomjapan.com/support/ x If the "Select Device" item is set to "Not Use," set it to the RC-28's serial number. (example: RC-28 02XXXXX) RC-28 02XXXXX Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or performance of any Icom or non-Icom equipment, if the malfunction is because of: · Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earth- quakes, storms, floods, lightning, or other natural disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive contamination. · The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. 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