Icom iC-706MKTMG, HF/VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER manual Precautions, Word Definition Rwarning

IMPORTANT

Read this instruction manual carefully before attempting to operate the transceiver.

Save this instruction manual. This instruction manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the IC-706MKIIG.

PRECAUTIONS

RWARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER attach an antenna or internal antenna connector during transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or burn.

RNEVER apply AC to the [DC13.8V] socket on the transceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or ruin the transceiver.

RNEVER apply more than 16 V DC, such as a 24 V battery, to the [DC13.8V] socket on the transceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or ruin the trans- ceiver.

RNEVER let metal, wire or other objects touch any internal part or connectors on the rear panel of the transceiver. This will cause electric shock.

RNEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.

NEVER allow children to play with the transceiver.

AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C (+140°F). Be aware that temperatures on a vehicle’s dashboard can exceed 80°C, resulting in permanent damage to the transceiver’s front panel if left there for extended periods.

AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty environments or in direct sunlight.

AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting anything on top of the transceiver. This will obstruct heat dissipation.

During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the trans- ceiver without running the vehicle’s engine. When transceiver power is ON and your vehicle’s engine is OFF, the vehicle’s battery will soon become exhausted.

Make sure the transceiver power is OFF before start- ing the vehicle. This will avoid possible damage to the transceiver by ignition voltage spikes.

During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiv- er and microphone as far away as possible from the magnetic navigation compass to prevent erroneous indications.

BE CAREFUL! The heatsink will become hot when operating the transceiver continuously for long periods.

BE CAREFUL! If a linear amplifier is connected, set the transceiver’s RF output power to less than the lin- ear amplifier’s maximum input level, otherwise, the lin- ear amplifier will be damaged.

Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other manufacturer’s microphones have different pin assignments and connection to the IC-706MKIIG may damage the transceiver.

Beat signals may be heard on some frequencies. These will occur as a result of circuit construction.

For U.S.A. only

Caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authori- ty to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

The explicit definitions described below apply to this instruction manual.

WORD	DEFINITION
RWARNING	Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
	shock may occur.
CAUTION	Equipment damage may occur.
NOTE	If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
	of personal injury, fire or electric shock.

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The IC-706MKIIG Europe version complies with essential requirements of the 89/336/EEC direc- tive for Electromagnetic Compatibility under the

conditions listed below. This compliance is based on confor- mity with the European harmonized standard ETS300 684 Jan. 1997 (EMC product standard for Commercially Available Amateur Radio Equipment).

Condition:

•In combination with PS-85

•When connected to a power supply via OPC-639