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What precautions should be taken regarding the power supply for the transceiver?
- NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet or to a DC power supply that uses more than specified. This will ruin the transceiver.
- DO NOT reverse the polarities of the power supply when connecting the transceiver.
- DO NOT open the transceiver until the transceiver is disconnected from its power source.
- DO NOT keep power ON for a long time when the transceiver is defective.
What are the environmental precautions for the transceiver?
DO NOT expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.
What is the maximum RF signal level that can be applied to the antenna connector?
DO NOT apply an RF signal of more than 20 dBm (100 mW) to the antenna connector. This could damage the transceiver’s front-end.
What information is needed when ordering replacement parts?
Be sure to include the following four points when ordering replacement parts:
- 10-digit Icom parts numbers
- Component name
- Equipment model name and unit name
- Quantity required
- 1110003491 S.IC TA31136FNG IC-F6022 MAIN UNIT 5 pieces
- 8820001210 Screw 2438 screw IC-F6023 Top cover 10 pieces
What are the general repair notes for this transceiver?
- Make sure that the problem is internal before disassembling the transceiver.
- DO NOT open the transceiver until the transceiver is disconnected from its power source.
- DO NOT force any of the variable components. Turn them slowly and smoothly.
- DO NOT short any circuits or electronic parts. An insulated tuning tool MUST be used for all adjustments.
- DO NOT keep power ON for a long time when the transceiver is defective.
- DO NOT transmit power into a Standard Signal Generator or a Sweep Generator.
- ALWAYS connect a 50 dB to 60 dB attenuator between the transceiver and a Deviation Meter or Spectrum Analyzer when using such test equipment.
- READ the instructions of test equipment thoroughly before connecting a test equipment to the transceiver.
How do I disassemble the transceiver?
- Unscrew 4 screws from the top cover, and remove the top cover.
- Disconnect the flat cable and speaker cable.
- Unscrew 2 screws from the both sides, and remove the front panel in the direction of the arrow.
- Unscrew 9 screws from the MAIN UNIT.
- Unsolder total of 9 points; 3 points at the antenna connector, 6 points at the PA module. Use a solder remover.
- Take off the MAIN UNIT from the CHASSIS.
How do I install the optional UT-108R?
- Turn the transceiver power OFF, then disconnect the DC power cable.
- Unscrew 4 screws, then remove the bottom cover.
- Install the unit as shown in the diagram provided in the PDF. Ensure the unit is inserted correctly (check orientation).
- Recover the bottom cover, screws and DC power cable.
How do I install the optional OPC-1939?
- Turn the transceiver power OFF, then disconnect the DC power cable.
- Unscrew 4 screws, then remove the bottom cover.
- Cut off the bushing as in the illustration provided in the PDF when installing the optional OPC-1939.
- Install the cable as shown in the diagram provided in the PDF.
- For AF output: Cut or short the patterns on the PCB as shown in the diagram.
- For modulation input: Short the pattern on the PCB as shown in the diagram.
- Recover the bottom cover, screws and DC power cable.
How do I install the optional UT-109R or UT-110R?
- Turn the transceiver power OFF, then disconnect the DC power cable.
- Unscrew 4 screws, then remove the bottom cover.
- Cut the pattern on the PCB at “MIC” and “DISC” as shown in the diagram provided in the PDF.
- Install the unit as shown in the diagram. Ensure the unit is inserted correctly (check orientation).
- Recover the bottom cover, screws and DC power cable.
What are the port allocations for the CPU (FRONT UNIT; IC1)?
| Pin No. | Port Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 | KR1-KR3 | Input ports for dealer-programmable keys. |
| 4-8 | KS0-KS4 | Output ports for dealer-programmable keys. |
| 10 | CCS | Outputs chip-select signal to the attached optional unit. |
| 19-21 | CENCO-CENC2 | Output ports for CTCSS/DTCS signal. |
| 23 | DUSE | Frequency response of tone filter (FRONT UNIT; IC5) switching signal. “Low”=While transmitting. |
| 24 | IPTT | PTT input from connected microphone. “Low”=PTT is pushed. |
| 25 | HANG | Microphone on/off hook detect. “Low”=The microphone is off hook. |
| 30 | PLST | Outputs PLL strobe signal to the PLL IC (MAIN UNIT; IC4, pin 11). |
| 34 | ULCK | Input port for PLL unlock detect signal from the PLL IC (MAIN UNIT; IC4, pin 7). “Low”=While the PLL circuit is unlocked. |
| 39 | DSDA | Outputs serial data to the D/A converter (MAIN UNIT; IC20, pin 6). |
| 43 | SENC | Outputs DTMF signals to the LPF (FRONT UNIT; IC5, pin 3). |
| 44 | BEEP | Outputs beep sounds to the LPF (FRONT UNIT; IC5, pin 7). |
| 45 | SDEC | Input port for DTMF signals. |
| 46 | CDEC | Input port for CTCSS/DTCS signals. |
| 48 | BATV | Input port for power supply voltage. |
| 49 | LVIN | Input port for VCO lock voltage. |
| 50 | RSSI | Input port for receive signal strength level signal from the IF IC (MAIN UNIT; IC1, pin 12). |
| 51 | TEMP | Voltage divided by thermal register (MAIN UNIT; R209) and R210. (temperature monitor) |
| 52 | AFVI | [VOL] dial (FRONT UNIT; R14) input. (divided voltage of 5V line) |
| 59 | RES | Input port for CPU reset signal from the reset IC (FRONT UNIT; IC2, pin 1). “Low”=When the CPU is reset. |
| 69 | CSFT | Outputs CPU clock shift signal to the clock frequency shift switch (FRONT UNIT; D6). |
| 71 | DAST | Outputs strobe signal to the D/A converter (MAIN UNIT; IC18, pin 7). |
| 72 | IGSW/DIM | • Ignition SW control input. Or • Dimmer control input. |
| 75 | NOIS | Input port for noise signal from the IF IC (MAIN UNIT; IC1, pin 13). |
| 79 | CLO | Cloning data output. |
| 80 | CLI | Cloning data input. |
| 82 | ESDA | Outputs serial data to the EEPROM (FRONT UNIT; IC3, pin 5). |
| 85 | ESCL | Outputs clock signal to the EEPROM (FRONT UNIT; IC3, pin 6). |
| 86 | PWON | Transceiver’s power control. “High”=Power ON. |
| 91 | LSO | Outputs serial data to the LCD driver (FRONT UNIT; IC6, pin 48). |
| 92 | LSCK | Outputs clock signal to the LCD driver (FRONT UNIT; IC6, pin 47). |
| 93 | LCS | Outputs chip-enable signal to the LCD driver (FRONT UNIT; IC6, pin 46). |
| 94 | LINH | Outputs display inhibit signal to the LCD driver (FRONT UNIT; IC6, pin 45). |
| 95 | LIGT2 | Outputs LCD backlight control signal to the backlight LEDs (FRONT UNIT; DS1-9) driver (FRONT UNIT; Q5). “High”=While the backlight is ON. |
| 98 | SCK | Outputs serial clock signal to the PLL IC (IC4, pin 9) and D/A converters (IC17, pin 3/IC18, pin 8/ IC20, pin 7). |
| 99 | SO | Outputs serial data to the PLL IC (IC4, pin 9) and D/ A converters (IC17, pin 3/IC18, pin 8/IC20, pin 7). |
| 100 | KRO | Input ports for dealer-programmable keys. |
What are the port allocations for the EXPANDER (MAIN UNIT; IC17)?
| Pin No. | Line Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | EXST | Strobe (load enable) input. |
| 2 | SO | Serial data input. |
| 3 | SCK | Serial clock input. |
| 4 | RXC | T8V, R8V lines and RX VCO ON/OFF control. |
| 5 | AFON | AF mute SW (Q35) control. “Low”=Mute |
| 6 | NWC | • RX band width switching signal to the 2nd IF filter SW (D56, 57). “Low”=Narrow mode • RX band width switching signal to the phase shifter SW (Q5). “Low”=Wide mode |
| 7 | RMUT | Outputs AF mute signal to the analog switch (IC3, pins 12, 13). “Low”=While the squelch is close or transmitting. |
| 12 | HORNO | External device control. “Low”=Pin 6 of OPC-1939 (if connected) is “Low.” |
| 13 | TMUT | Outputs transmit mute signal to the transmit mute switch (Q46). “High”=Transmitting is muted. |
What are the functions of the D/A CONVERTER (MAIN UNIT; IC18)?
| Pin No. | Description |
|---|---|
| 2, 3 | MIC signal level adjustment. |
| 4, 5 | RX AF/MIC signal level adjustment. |
| 16, 17 | Tone signal level adjustment. |
| 18, 19 | Oscillation frequency control voltage to the reference frequency oscillator (X2). |
| 20, 21 | Modulation signal level adjustment. |
| 22, 23 | Beep sound loudness adjustment. |
| 24, 25 | Squelch threshold level adjustment. |
What are the functions of the D/A CONVERTER (MAIN UNIT; IC20)?
| Pin No. | Line Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | T1 | • While receiving: Tuning voltage to the tuned BPFs (D4, 21 and D8, 20). • While transmitting: TX power level setting signal to the APC AMP (IC2). |
| 2 | T2 | Tuning voltage to the tuned BPFs (D9, D10 and D19). |
| 3 | TLVA | Oscillation frequency correcting voltage to the TX VCO (Q13, D16, 53, 64, 65). |
| 4 | RLVA | Oscillation frequency correcting voltage to the RX VCO (Q14, D33, 52, 62, 63). |
What equipment is required for the adjustment procedure?
| EQUIPMENT | GRADE AND RANGE |
|---|---|
| Cloning Software | CS-F5020: Revision 1.0 or later |
| DC Power Supply | Output voltage: 13.6 V DC except [EUR], 13.2 V DC [EUR] Current capacity: 15 A except [EUR], 10 A [EUR] |
| Modulation Analyzer | Frequency range: DC-600 MHz Measuring range: 0 to ±10 kHz |
| Frequency Counter | Frequency range: 0.1–600 MHz Frequency accuracy: ±1 ppm or better Sensitivity: 100 mV or better |
| RF Power Meter | Measuring range: 0.1–30 W [25 W ver.], 0.1–60 W [45 W ver.] Frequency range: 100–600 MHz Impedance: 50 Ω SWR: Better than 1.2 : 1 |
| JIG Cable | Modified OPC-1122U (USB type Cloning cable, requires jumper wire as shown in PDF) |
| Attenuator | Power attenuation: 40 or 50 dB Capacity: 30 W [25 W ver.], 60 W [45 W ver.] |
| External Speaker | Input impedance: 4 Ω Capacity: 5 W or more |
| Standard Signal Generator (SSG) | Frequency range: 0.1–600 MHz Output level: –20 to 90 dBμ (–127 to –17 dBm) |
| Oscilloscope | Frequency range: DC–20 MHz Measuring range: 0.01–20 V |
| AC Millivoltmeter | Range: 10 mV to 10 V |
| Audio Generator | Range: 300–3000 Hz / 1–500 mV |
How do I set up the equipment for adjustment?
Connect the equipment as shown in the connection diagram in the PDF.
- Connect the PC to the transceiver using the modified OPC-1122U JIG cable.
- Connect the DC power supply to the transceiver’s DC cable.
- Connect the RF Power Meter and Frequency Counter to the antenna connector via an Attenuator.
- Alternatively, connect the Standard Signal Generator (SSG) to the antenna connector via an Attenuator (CAUTION: DO NOT transmit while SSG is connected).
- Connect the Modulation Analyzer and Oscilloscope to the antenna connector via an Attenuator.
- Connect the Audio Generator (set to 1 kHz, 40 mVrms, Sine wave) and AC Millivoltmeter to the JIG cable’s MIC/GND/PTT connections (use a 4.7µF capacitor in series with MIC).
- Connect the External Speaker to the JIG cable’s SP/GND connections.
How do I adjust the Frequency (PLL Lock Voltage and Reference Frequency)?
Use the CS-F5020 Adjustment Utility window.
- Select an adjustment item using cursor [↑]/[↓] keys.
- Set or modify the value using [←]/[→] keys, then push [ENTER].
- RX LVA: Select Channel 1-1 (Receiving). Select the item [RX LVA]. Adjust the voltage (read from “LVIN” in the I/O Check window) using [←]/[→] keys until it is 1.3 V. Push [ENTER].
- TX LVA: Select Channel 1-1 (Transmitting). Select the item [TX LVA]. Adjust the voltage (LVIN) using [←]/[→] keys until it is 1.5 V. Push [ENTER].
- Select Channel 1-2 (Receiving). Click [Reload (F5)] in the I/O Check window. Check the “LVIN” item. It should be between 3.2–4.2 V.
- Select Channel 1-2 (Transmitting). Click [Reload (F5)]. Check the “LVIN” item. It should be between 2.8–3.8 V.
- Select Channel 1-3.
- Connect an RF power meter and loosely couple a frequency counter to the antenna connector.
- Transmit.
- Select the item [REF]. Adjust using [←]/[→] keys until the frequency counter reads:
- 470.000000 MHz [Low band version]
- 520.000000 MHz [High band version]
- Push [ENTER].
How do I perform Transmit Adjustments (Output Power, Modulation Balance, Deviation)?
Use the CS-F5020 Adjustment Utility window. Follow general steps 1 & 2 from Frequency Adjustment. Connect an RF power meter, modulation analyzer, and oscilloscope to the antenna connector via an attenuator.
Output Power [Power (Hi) / (L2) / (L1)]:
- High Power: Select Channel 1-4. Transmit. Select [Power (Hi)]. Adjust using [←]/[→] to target power (25W or 45W depending on version). Push [ENTER].
- Low 2 Power: Select Channel 1-5. Transmit. Select [Power (L2)]. Adjust using [←]/[→] to target power (10W or 25W). Push [ENTER].
- Low 1 Power: Select Channel 1-6. Transmit. Select [Power (L1)]. Adjust using [←]/[→] to target power (2.5W or 4.5W). Push [ENTER].
- Select Channel 1-7.
- No audio signals applied to the JIG cable.
- Set modulation analyzer: HPF OFF, LPF 20 kHz, De-emphasis OFF, Detector (P-P)/2.
- Transmit.
- Select [BAL]. Adjust using [←]/[→] until the oscilloscope shows a square waveform. Push [ENTER].
- Connect an audio generator to the JIG cable (1.0 kHz, 40 mVrms).
- Set the modulation analyzer to the same condition as for Modulation Balance.
- Select Channel 1-8. Transmit. Select [MOD N]. Adjust using [←]/[→] until deviation is ±2.05 to ±2.15 kHz. Push [ENTER].
- Select Channel 1-9. Transmit. Select [MOD Ratio]. Adjust using [←]/[→] until deviation is ±4.05 to ±4.15 kHz. Push [ENTER].
- Select Channel 1-10. Transmit. Select [MOD Ratio]. Adjust using [←]/[→] until deviation is ±3.25 to ±3.35 kHz. Push [ENTER].
- Select Channel 1-11.
- No audio signals applied to the JIG cable.
- Set modulation analyzer as for Modulation Balance.
- Transmit.
- Select [CTCSS/DTCS]. Adjust using [←]/[→] until deviation is ±0.65 to ±0.75 kHz. Push [ENTER].
How do I perform Receive Adjustments (Sensitivity, S-Meter, Squelch)?
Use the CS-F5020 Adjustment Utility window. Follow general steps 1 & 2 from Frequency Adjustment. Connect an SSG to the antenna connector via an attenuator.
NOTE: When “RECEIVE SENSITIVITY” is re-adjusted, “S-METER” must be re-adjusted too.
Receive Sensitivity [BPF T1 / BPF T2]: (Automatic adjustment)
- Select Channel 1-12 (Receiving).
- Connect SSG and set:
- Frequency: 400.100 MHz [Low band] or 450.100 MHz [High band]
- Level: +20 dBμ† (–87 dBm)
- Modulation: 1 kHz
- Deviation: ±3.0 kHz (except [EUR]: ±2.4 kHz)
- Select item [BPF T1], push [ENTER].
- Select item [BPF T2], push [ENTER].
- S3 Level: Select Channel 1-13 (Receiving).
- Connect SSG and set:
- Frequency: 400.100 MHz [Low band] or 450.100 MHz [High band]
- Level: +23 dBμ† (–84 dBm)
- Modulation: 1 kHz
- Deviation: ±3.0 kHz (except [EUR]: ±2.4 kHz)
- Select item [RSSI S3 Level], push [ENTER] to store the adjust value for S3 level.
- S1 Level: Continue on Channel 1-13 (Receiving).
- Set SSG Level: –7 dBμ† (–114 dBm).
- Select item [RSSI S1 Level], push [ENTER] to store the adjust value for S1 level.
- Select Channel 1-14 (Receiving).
- Connect SSG and set:
- Frequency: 400.100 MHz [Low band] or 450.100 MHz [High band]
- Level: –13 dBμ† (–120 dBm)
- Modulation: 1 kHz
- Deviation: ±3.0 kHz
- Once close the squelch by increasing [SQL] value, then decrease the value to open the squelch.
- Push [ENTER] to store the value.
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