Icom IC-M88 - Manual (Page 4)

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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M88 VHF
MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s state
of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this
product should provide you with years of trouble-free operation.
IMPORTANT
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL— This in-
struction manual contains important operating instructions for
the IC-M88.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
FEATURES
☞ 22 free channels for land use
The IC-M88 has 22 free channels reserved for Land use
(146–174MHz). Wide/narrow channel spacing is program-
mable for each channel, and CTCSS and DTCS signaling
is included.
*Appropriate license will be required.
☞ Tough waterproof construction
The IC-M88 is built tough to withstand hazardous and un-
hospitable environments at sea and on land. Even if the
IC-M88 is dropped into water, it’s waterproofing* will pro-
tect it from harm. The compact and durable body meets
the military specifications
(MIL-STD) .
* Equivalent to JIS waterproof grade 7. (1m depth for 30 minutes)
☞ Simple operation
6 clearly labelled buttons on the front panel and the vol-
ume/power knob maximize simplicity of operation. Even
when wearing gloves, the large buttons are easy to oper-
ate. A large, clear LCD with backlighting and backlit but-
tons make night time operation simple.
☞ Intrinsically safe (I/S) version available
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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