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IC-W32A Manual

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This instruction manual contains important operating instructions
for the IC-W32A and IC-W32E.

WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the
antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the
body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm
(2 to 4 in) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.

WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver 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.

NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet or to a
power source of more than 16 V DC. Such a connection will
damage the transceiver.

NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source that is
DC fused at more than 5 A. Accidental reverse connection will
be protected by this fuse, higher fuse values will not give any
protection against such accidents and the transceiver will be
ruined.

NEVER attempt to charge alkaline or dry cell batteries. Beware
that external DC power connections will charge batteries
inside the battery case. This will damage not only the battery
case but also the transceiver.

The IC-W32E complies with the essential requirements of the
89/336/EEC directive for Electromagnetic Compatibility. This
compliance is based on conformity with the ETSI specification
prETS300 684 (EMC product standard for Commercially Available
Amateur Radio Equipment).

DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.

DO NOT allow children to play with any radio equipment
containing a transmitter.

DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical
blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.

AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above
+60°C (+140°F).

The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair
transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty.
Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still
flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from
the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise,
the battery pack or installed dry cell batteries will become exhausted.

UNPACKING

Accessories included with the transceiver: Qty.
Antenna ............................................... 1
Handstrap ............................................. 1
Battery pack (BP-173 or BP-180) or
battery case (BP-170) attached to the transceiver ... 1
Belt clip ............................................. 1
Wall charger* ......................................... 1
*Not supplied for some versions.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT .............................................. i
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ........................... i
CAUTIONS ................................................. i
UNPACKING ............................................. ii
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................ iii

1 PANEL DESCRIPTION .................. 1–7
Switches, controls, keys and connectors ....................................... 1
Function display ............................... 6
2 BATTERY PACKS AND ACCESSORIES ........................... 8–11
Battery pack charging ...................... 8
Charging precautions ....................... 8
About the battery pack ...................... 8
Charging connections ...................... 9
Battery case ................................... 10
Accessory attachment .................... 11
3 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING ................................... 12–16
Power ON ....................................... 12
VFO and memory/call channels ..... 12
Main band selection ....................... 13
Operating band selection ............... 13
Frequency or channel selection
via the keypad ................................ 14
Using the tuning dial ....................... 15
Lock function .................................. 15
Setting tuning dial increments ........ 16
4 BASIC OPERATION .................. 17–18
.Receive and transmit ...................... 17
5 REPEATER OPERATION .......... 19–21
General .......................................... 19
Subaudible tones ........................... 20
Offset frequency ............................. 20
Auto repeater function .................... 21
6 MEMORY/CALL PROGRAMMING . 22–25
General .......................................... 22
Programming during selection ........ 22
Programming after selection .......... 23
Memory edit (transferring) .............. 23
Memory names .............................. 24
Memory clear ................................. 25
7 DTMF MEMORY ........................ 26–27
Programming a DTMF code ........... 26
Transmitting a DTMF code ............. 27
DTMF transmission speed ............. 27
8 SCAN OPERATION ................... 28–31
Scan types ..................................... 28
Full/programmed scan ................... 29
Memory scan ................................. 29
Skip channel setting ....................... 30
Scan resume condition ................... 30
Frequency skip function ................. 31
9 SUBAUDIBLE TONE OPERATION . 32–33
Tone squelch operation .................. 32
Tone scan ....................................... 33
Pocket beep operation .................... 33
10 OTHER FUNCTIONS ................. 34–38
Guide function ................................ 34
Battery voltage indication ............... 34
Auto power-off function ................... 35
Function display backlighting ......... 35
Power saver ................................... 36
LCD contrast .................................. 36
Optional HM-75A functions ............ 37
Handheld-to-handheld cloning ....... 38
Partial reset .................................... 38
All reset .......................................... 38
11 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 39
12 MODE ARRANGEMENT ........... 40–41
13 SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 42
14 OPTIONS .......................................... 43

1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

1. ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 11) Connects the supplied antenna.
2. POWER SWITCH [POWER] (p. 12) Push and hold for 2 sec. to toggle the transceiver power ON and OFF.
3. SQUELCH SWITCH [SQL] (p. 17) Push to open the main band’s squelch and monitors the
operating frequency. Set the squelch level while pushing this key and rotating the tuning dial.
4. PTT SWITCH [PTT] (p. 17) Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
5. LIGHT/GUIDE SWITCH [L/G] Activates the display and keypad backlighting for 5 sec.
The backlighting can be set as manual ON/OFF, automatic ON/OFF and automatic OFF with 5 sec.
timer (default) using initial set mode. (p. 35) Shows a quick description of a key’s function when
pushing this key and the desired key. (p. 34) In set mode, the quick description automatically appears
when pausing an operation for 5 sec.
6. MAIN KEY [MAIN (SCAN) (DTMF)] Push to toggle the main band assignment. (p. 13)
Starts and stops a scan when pushed for 2 sec. (p. 29) While pushing [PTT], this key transmits the
selected DTMF memory contents. (p. 26)
7. BAND KEY [BAND (CHNG)] Push to select the operating band (VHF, UHF, etc.) or deactivation. (p. 13)
For VHF display, 144 MHz band, 430(440) MHz band, avionics band*1 and weather channels*2 can be selected.
*1U.S.A. and Asia versions only *2U.S.A. version only For UHF display, 144 and 430(440) MHz bands can
be selected. Enters the band arrangement condition to exchange the VHF and UHF displays when pushed
at turning power ON. (p. 13)
8. MEMORY MODE KEY [MR (SKIP)] Push to select memory mode. (p. 22) While in memory mode, push this key for
2 sec. to toggle the selected memory channel between a skip and non-skip channel. (p. 30)
9. VFO MODE KEY [VFO (CLR) (MHz)] Push this key to cancel most functions, then push again to select VFO
mode. (p. 12) When making a mistake during digit input, push this key to cancel and start from the
beginning. Selects 1 MHz tuning step when pushed for 2 sec. in VFO mode. (p. 16) Partially resets the
VFO frequencies, VFO settings and set mode settings when pushed at turning power ON. (p. 38)
10. DECIMAL POINT KEY [•(DTMF•M) (M)] In VFO mode, push to enter the operating frequency
from the 100 kHz digit. (p. 14) Push this key for 2 sec. to enter DTMF memory mode, then push again
for 2 sec. to program the DTMF memory. (p. 26) While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF “E” (M).
11. DIGIT KEYS Input the specified digit during frequency input, memory channel selection, etc.
Transmit the DTMF code of the specified digit while pushing [PTT]. For the [1]–[5] and [0] keys,
select scan edges during full/programmed scan. Push [1]–[5] to select scan edges “1A/1B”–“5A/5B,”
respectively. Push [0] to select full scan. In addition, each key has character input for memory or
DTMF memory names (characters are assigned to keys using the same convention as for telephones).(pgs. 24, 26)
12. TONE SCAN KEY [T SCAN (.) (#)] Push this key for 2 sec. to start the tone scan. (p. 33)
While programming memory channels or DTMF memory names, this key moves the cursor backward.
While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF (F) (#).
13. MEMORY NAME KEY [M.N (MN.W) (.)] Push to toggle between frequency and name indications. (p. 24)
While programming memory channels or DTMF memory names, this key moves the cursor forward.
While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF. (D)
14. C KEY [C] While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF “C.”
15. TONE/DUPLEX KEY [TONE (DUP) (K)] Push this switch to activate the following functions
in order (pgs. 19, 32). Subaudible tone encoder—“T” appears. Pocket beep—“TSQLS” appears.
Tone squelch—“TSQL” appears. No tone operation—no indicator appears. Push this key for 2 sec. to
select semi-duplex or simplex operation. (p. 19) “–DUP” appears during minus duplex operation,
“DUP” appears during plus duplex operation and no indicator appears during simplex operation.
While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF “B.”
16. OUTPUT POWER/SET MODE KEY [H/L (SET) (J)] Push this key to toggle between high and low output
power. (p. 17) Push this key for 2 sec. to enter set mode. (p. 41) Enters initial set mode when pushed
at power ON. (p. 41) While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF “A.”
17. SELECT MEMORY WRITE KEY [S.MW (MW)] Push this key to select the desired memory channel
number to be programmed. (p. 22) “M” and memory channel number flash and the [DIAL]
can be used for channel selection. Push this key for 2 sec. to write the displayed frequency
and information into the selected memory channel (or VFO, call channel). (p. 22) Push then push and
hold this key while in memory select mode to erase the contents of the selected memory channel. (p. 25)
18. CALL MODE KEY [CALL (LOCK)] Push this key to select the call channel. (p. 12) Push this key for 2 sec.
to toggle the lock function ON and OFF. (p. 15) “ ” appears while the lock function is activated.
[POWER], [VOL], [SQL], [PTT], [L/G] and [H/L] can still be accessed while the lock function is ON.
While pushing [PTT], push this key for 1 to 2 sec. to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst for repeater
access. (Eur., U.K. and Italy versions only; p. 19)
19. BATTERY PACK RELEASE (p. 10) Push to open the latch for battery pack removal.
20. SPEAKER/MICROPHONE
21. TX/RX INDICATOR [TX/RX] (p. 17) Lights green while receiving a signal or when the squelch
is open; lights red while transmitting; lights orange during crossband full duplex operation.
22. VOLUME CONTROLS [VOL] (p. 17) Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio level.
23. TUNING DIALS [DIAL] Rotate [DIAL] to set operating frequencies, memory channels, set mode contents, etc. (p. 15)
While pushing [SQL], this dial sets the squelch level. (p. 17) While pushing [BAND], this dial sets
the operating band. (p. 13)
24. EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS [SP/MIC] Connect an optional speaker-microphone or headset,
if desired. The internal microphone and speaker will not function when either is connected.
(See p. 43 for a list of available options.)
25. EXTERNAL DC POWER JACK [DC13.5V] Allows operation with a 13.5 V DC power source using the
optional cables, CP-12/L or OPC-254/L.

CAUTION: Operation with an external DC power source simultaneously charges batteries inside the battery
case or the battery pack. When using dry cell batteries this may cause battery leakage and damage the
transceiver; when using a Ni-Cd battery pack this may cause battery overcharging and shorten the life of
the battery pack.

FUNCTION DISPLAY

1. MAIN BAND INDICATORS (p. 13) Appear above the frequency which is selected as the main band.
Only one of these indicators appears at a time.
2. FREQUENCY READOUTS Show the operating frequency, set mode contents, etc.
The frequency on the left and right can be exchanged. (p. 13)
The smaller “75,” “50” and “25” to the right of each readout indicate
7.5, 5.0 and 2.5 kHz, respectively. The decimal point of the frequency flashes during scan. (p. 29)
While operating in the avionics band, a colon appears to indicate AM mode. (U.S.A. and Asia versions only)
3. LOW POWER INDICATORS (p. 17) Appear when low output power is selected.
4. S/RF INDICATORS (p. 17) Show the relative signal strength while receiving. Show the output power
selection while transmitting.
5. TONE INDICATORS (pgs. 19, 32) “T” appears when the subaudible tone encoder is in use; “TSQLS” appears
during pocket beep operation and “T SQL” appears when the tone squelch function is activated.
6. DUPLEX INDICATORS (p. 19) Appear when semi-duplex operation (repeater operation) is in use.
“–DUP” appears when minus duplex is selected; “DUP” only, appears when plus duplex is selected.
7. SKIP INDICATORS Appear when a selected memory channel is set as a skip channel. (p. 30)
Skip channels are not detected (ignored) during memory scan. Flash during full/programmed scan
when the frequency skip function is activated. (p. 31)
8. ALPHANUMERIC READOUT Shows the selected memory channel number in memory mode.
Memory name can be selected instead of channel numbers. (p. 24) Shows guide (or description)
when the [L/G] and desired keys are pushed, or no key operation is performed for 5 sec. in set mode,
during name programming, etc. (p. 34)
9. LOCK INDICATOR (p. 15) Indicates that the lock function is in use.
10.QUICK GUIDE INDICATOR (p. 34) Appears when the quick guide function is activated.

2 BATTERY PACKS AND ACCESSORIES

BATTERY PACK CHARGING
The supplied* BP-173 or BP-180 BATTERY PACK includes
rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries and can be charged approx.
300 times. Charge the battery pack before first operating the
transceiver or when the battery pack becomes exhausted.
* Optional for versions which come with the BP-170 BATTERY CASE.
If you want to be able to charge the battery pack more than
300 times, the following points should be observed:
1.Avoid overcharging. The charging period should be less
than 48 hours.
2. Use the battery until it becomes almost completely exhausted
under normal conditions. We recommend battery
charging just after transmitting becomes impossible.

CHARGING PRECAUTIONS
NEVER attempt to charge dry cell batteries. This will cause
internal liquid leakage and damage the battery case and
transceiver.
NEVER connect two or more chargers at the same time.
Charging may not occur under temperatures of 10°C (50°F)
or over temperatures of 40°C (104°F).

ABOUT THE BATTERY PACK
Operating period - Depending on the attached battery pack, the operating period
of the transceiver varies. Refer to p. 43 for battery pack specifications.
Battery pack life - If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after
being fully charged, completely discharge it by leaving the
power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack
again. If the battery pack still does not retain a charge (or very little),
a new battery pack must be purchased.

RECYCLING INFORMATION (U.S.A. only)
The product that you have purchased contains a
rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At
the end of its life, under various state and local
laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into
the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-8-BATTERY for battery
recycling options in your area or contact your dealer.

CHARGING CONNECTIONS

Regular charging - Attach the supplied* or optional battery pack; then, connect
the supplied* wall charger via an AC outlet as shown below.
* Optional for versions which include a battery case.

Charging periods:
15 hours (w/BP-171, BP-173 or BP-180)
20 hours (w/BP-172)

Rapid charging with the BC-119
Insert the AD-51A into the charging slot of the BC-119.
The AD-75 may be additionally necessary if the BC-119 contains no connection terminals.
Insert the AD-51B into the groove in the AD-51A (front-facing side of the AD-51A) observing
the proper orientation.
Insert the battery pack, either by itself or attached to the transceiver, into the AD-51A.

Operation with an optional cable
Connect an optional charger or cable to the transceiver as illustrated
below. Be careful of battery overcharging as the connected
battery is charged simultaneously.

CAUTION:Remove dry cell batteries from the BP-170 BATTERY
CASE when using the [DC13.5V] jack.

BATTERY CASE

When using a battery case attached to the transceiver, install
4 AA(R6) size alkaline batteries as described below.
Remove the case from the transceiver.
Open the case.
Install 4 AA(R6) size dry cell batteries into the battery case.

ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT

Antenna - Insert the supplied antenna into the antenna connector and rotate the antenna.
Keep the jack cover attached when jacks are not in use to avoid bad contacts.
CAUTION: Transmitting without the antenna may damage the transceiver.

Belt clip - Remove screws, then attach the belt clip using the same screws. Conveniently
attaches to your belt.

Handstrap - Attach the handstrap as shown in the diagram below. Facilitates carrying.

3 FREQUENCY AND CHANNEL SETTING

Power ON - Charge the battery pack or install alkaline batteries into the battery case. (pgs. 9,10)
Push and hold [POWER] for 2 sec. to turn power ON. Remaining battery voltage is displayed for 2 sec. (p. 34)

The display shows the approx. voltage in 0.5 V steps.
When the battery voltage is lower than 4.5 V, “LOW V” appears. Charge the
battery pack or place new dry cells in the battery case in this case.
If “OVER V” appears, UNPLUG the external DC plug immediately. Connected
voltage is over 16 V and could damage the transceiver.

VFO and memory/call channels - This transceiver has 2 normal operating modes: VFO mode
and memory mode. VFO mode is used for setting a desired frequency within the
band range. Push [VFO] to select VFO mode.

Memory (call) mode is used for operation of memory (call) channels which have programmed frequencies.
Push [MR] to select memory mode. To program a memory, refer to p. 22.
Push [CALL] to select a call channel.

What is VFO? VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator.
Frequencies for transmitting and receiving are generated and
controlled by the VFO.

Main band selection - This transceiver can receive 2 band signals simultaneously.
To change frequency or to activate a function, you must designate
a band, VHF or UHF, as the main band. All switches affect the designated main band only.
“Q” appears above the main band.

Operating band selection - The VHF display can also receive UHF, avionics band*1 and
VHF weather channels.*2 The UHF display can also receive
VHF band signals. Using this capability, the transceiver can
receive 2 frequencies simultaneously on either the VHF or
UHF band. In addition, a display can be turned OFF to use
the transceiver as a mono band transceiver.

1. Select the desired band with [MAIN].
2. Push [BAND] several times to select the desired band.
“- - - - -” appears when the display is OFF. Rotating [DIAL] while pushing [BAND] also selects the
display.
*1 U.S.A. and Asia versions only *2 U.S.A. version only

NOTE:
VHF and UHF memory channels are called up from the
respective operating band, regardless of left/right displays.
5 kHz tuning steps cannot be selected in the VHF display
when both displays are set for the UHF band.
The sub band is muted when crossband full duplex is deactivated
and the main band is transmitting.
The sub band is muted under the following conditions
even when crossband full duplex is activated:
- Both displays show the same band.
- Sub band is the avionics band and main band is VHF transmission.
- Sub band is a weather channel and main band is UHF transmission.

Exchanging the displays VHF and UHF displays can be exchanged
at power ON if desired. The right and left displays are used for
VHF and UHF, respectively, by default.

Turn power ON while pushing [(BAND)CHNG] to enter band
arrangement condition.
- Rotate [DIAL] to select the displays.
- Push [VFO] to program the display selection.
- Turn power OFF to exit band arrangement condition.

Frequency or channel selection via the keypad

Frequency
Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
Select VFO mode with [VFO].
Push 6 digit keys to input a frequency.
• Push [•] to input the frequency starting from the 100 kHz digit.
• When a digit is mistakenly input, push [(VFO)CLR] and input from
the beginning.
• “0,” “2,” “5” and “7” are acceptable for the 1 kHz digits (depending
on the 10 kHz digit).
• Any frequency in the receive frequency range can be selected,
regardless of the operating band.

Memory channels
Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
Select memory mode with [MR].
Push 2 digit keys to select the desired memory channel.
• The first ten memory channels (00–09) are preceded by a “0.”
• To select scan edge channels, 1A to 5B, use [•(M)(DTMF•M)] for
“A” and [#(T SCAN)] for “B.”
• Only programmed memory channels can be selected.

Using the tuning dial
Frequency
Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
Select VFO mode with [VFO].
Rotate the main band’s [DIAL] to change the frequency.
• The frequency changes according to the preset tuning steps.
See the next page for setting tuning steps.
• Push [(VFO)MHz] for 2 sec. then rotate [DIAL] to change the frequency
in 1 MHz steps. Push [VFO] again to return to regular
tuning steps.
[DIAL] changes the frequency according to the selected tuning step.
After pushing [(VFO)MHz] for 2 sec., [DIAL] changes the frequency in 1 MHz steps.

Memory channels
- Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
- Select memory mode with [MR].
- Rotate the main band’s [DIAL] to change the indicated
memory channel.
• Only programmed memory channels can be selected.

Lock function
The lock function prevents accidental frequency changes and
accidental function access.
Push [(CALL)LOCK] for 2 sec. to toggle the lock function ON
and OFF. “ ” appears while the lock function is activated.
[POWER], [VOL], [SQL], [PTT], [L/G] and [H/L] can still be accessed
while the lock function is ON. MAIN Appears when the lock function is in use.

Setting tuning dial increments
Tuning step selection Tuning steps can be selected for each band. This transceiver
has 8 tuning steps as follows:
• 5 kHz* •10 kHz • 12.5 kHz •15 kHz
•20 kHz •25 kHz •30 kHz •50 kHz
*5 kHz cannot be selected in the VHF display when both displays are set for the UHF band.

1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select VFO mode with [VFO].
3. Push [(H/L)SET] for 2 sec. to enter set mode.
4. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “TS” appears.
Previously selected tuning step appears.
5. Rotate the main band’s [DIAL] to select the desired tuning step.
6. Push [(VFO)CLR] to set the selected tuning step.

NOTE: Both displays have independent tuning steps according
to the operating band. (e.g. VHF band in left display:
5 kHz step; VHF band in right display: 12.5 kHz step)

Using 1 MHz tuning step
This transceiver has a 1 MHz tuning step for quick frequency setting.
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select VFO mode with [VFO].
3. Push [(VFO)MHz] for 2 sec. to select the 1 MHz tuning step.
• The digits below 100 kHz disappear.
4. Rotate the main band’s [DIAL] to change the frequency in 1 MHz steps.
5. Push [(VFO)CLR] to cancel the 1 MHz tuning step and to return to the previous tuning step.

4 BASIC OPERATION

Receive and transmit
CAUTION:Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver.

1. Push [POWER] for 2 sec. to turn power ON.
2. Adjust the [VOL] control to the desired level.
While pushing [SQL], rotate the main band’s [VOL].
3. Set the squelch level.
• While pushing [SQL], rotate the main band’s [DIAL].
•The first click of [DIAL] indicates the current squelch level.
• “SQ1” is loose squelch and “SQ8” is tight squelch.
• “AT” is automatic level adjustment with a noise pulse count system.
4. Set an operating frequency.
When a signal is received:
- The TX/RX indicator lights green.
- Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
- The receiving band’s S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength.
5. Push [H/L] to toggle output power between high and low.
“LOW” appears when low output power is selected.
6. Push and hold [PTT] to transmit; then speak into the mic.
- Do not hold the microphone too close to your mouth or speak too loudly. This may distort the signal.
- The TX/RX indicator lights red.
- The S/RF indicator shows the output power selection.
- The sub band can receive while transmitting on the main band,
depending on the set mode setting. (See the next page.)
7. Release [PTT] to return to receive.

CONVENIENT
Monitor function: Push and hold [SQL] to listen to weak signals
without disturbing the squelch settings.
Quick guide function: Push the desired key while pushing
[L/G] for a quick description of the key’s function. (p. 34)
•Push any key to cancel the quick guide.

Beep tones on/off - The confirmation beep tones, which sound each time a switch
is pushed, can be turned ON or OFF, as desired.

USING Initial set mode
SETTING THE CONFIRMATION BEEP ON/OFF
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until "BE" appears as shown above.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to turn the confirmation beep ON or OFF
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.

Crossband full duplex operation - The crossband full duplex function can be turned ON or OFF
in initial set mode. When the function is OFF, the sub band
audio is muted during transmission.

USING Initial set mode
SELECTING CROSSBAND FULL DUPLEX OR SEMI-DUPLEX
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “CB” appears as shown above.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select semi-duplex or full duplex.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.

5 REPEATER OPERATION

General

When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from
the receive frequency by the offset frequency. (p. 20) It is convenient
to program repeater information into memory channels.
(p. 22)

1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
3. Push [(TONE)DUP] for 2 sec. once to select –DUP or twice to select DUP.
“–DUP” or “DUP” appears to indicate the transmit frequency for
minus shift or plus shift, respectively.
When the auto repeater function is in use (U.S.A. version only),
this selection and step r are not necessary. (p. 21)
4. Push [TONE] to activate the subaudible tone encoder, according
to repeater requirements. Refer to the next page for tone frequency settings.
5. Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit
frequency (repeater input frequency).
If “oFF” appears, check the offset frequency. (p. 20)
6. Release [PTT] to receive.
7. Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station’s
transmit signal can be directly received or not.

Some repeaters require DTMF tones or a 1750 Hz tone to
be accessed. In this case, perform the following instead of
step r at left with the required tone.

DTMF TONES (IC-W32A only)
While pushing [PTT], push the desired digit key(s) to transmit
DTMF tones.
• The transceiver has 4 DTMF memory channels. See p. 26 for details.

1750 Hz TONE (Europe, Italy and U.K. versions only)
While pushing [PTT], push and hold [CALL] for 1 to 2 sec.
to transmit a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.
• Pushing [PTT] 2 times quickly also transmits a 1750 Hz tone. Release
[PTT] briefly, then push [PTT] again to talk in this case.

CONVENIENT
Tone scan function: When you don’t know the subaudible
tone used for a repeater, the tone scan is convenient for detecting
the tone frequency.
Push [(#)T SCAN] for 2 sec. to activate. See p. 33 for more information.

Subaudible tones - Some repeaters require subaudible tones to be accessed.
Subaudible tones are superimposed over your normal signal
and must be set in advance.

USING SET MODE
SETTING SUBAUDIBLE TONES
1. Push [(H/L)SET] for 2 sec. to enter set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “RT” appears as shown above.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired subaudible tone.
•Each operating band for each display and each memory channel have independent settings.
4. Push [(VFO)CLR] to set the condition and to exit set mode.

Subaudible tone frequency list (Unit: Hz)
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
159.8
162.2
165.5
167.9
171.3
173.8
177.3
179.9
183.5
186.2
189.9
192.8
196.6
199.5
203.5
206.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
229.1
233.6
241.8
250.3
254.1

Offset frequency
When communicating through a repeater, the transmit frequency
is shifted from the receive frequency by an amount
determined by the offset frequency.

USING SET MODE
SETTING AN OFFSET FREQUENCY
1. Push [VFO] to select VFO mode.
2. Push [(H/L)SET] for 2 sec. to enter set mode.
3. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “OW” appears as shown above.
4. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired offset (separately selectable for each band).
5. Pushing [(VFO)MHz] for 2 sec. selects MHz steps.
6. Push [(VFO)CLR] to set the condition and to exit set mode.

Auto repeater function - The USA version only
The U.S.A. version automatically activates the repeater settings
(duplex ON/OFF, duplex direction, tone encoder
ON/OFF) when the operating frequency falls within or outside
of the general repeater output frequency range. The offset
and repeater tone frequencies are not changed by the auto
repeater function, reset these frequencies, if necessary.

USING Initial set mode
SETTING THE AUTO REPEATER FUNCTION

1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “AR” appears as shown above.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to turn the auto repeater function ON (“ON1” and “ON2”) or OFF.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.

Frequency range and offset direction

FREQUENCY RANGE DUPLEX DIRECTION
145.200–145.495 MHz "-DUP" appears
146.610–146.995 MHz “–DUP” appears
147.000–147.395 MHz “–DUP” appears
442.000–444.995 MHz “–DUP” appears
447.000–449.995 MHz “–DUP” appears

6 MEMORY/CALL PROGRAMMING
General
The transceiver has 100 memory channels (plus 5 pairs of
scan edge channels) and 1 call channel on each band for
storage of often-used frequencies.
Avionics band frequencies are stored in the VHF memory
channels (U.S.A. and Asia versions only).

Memory/call channel contents
The following information can be programmed into memory/
call channels:
• Operating frequency
• 8-digit memory name*1
• Duplex direction (DUP or – DUP) with an offset frequency (pgs. 19, 20)
• Subaudible tone encoder or tone squelch ON/OFF (pgs. 19, 32)
• Subaudible tone and tone squelch frequencies (pgs. 20, 32)
• Skip information*2 (p. 30)
*1 Except for call channels.
*2 Except for the scan edge memory channels.

Programming during selection
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select VFO mode with [VFO].
3. Set the desired frequency:
.Set the frequency using the keypad or [DIAL].
.Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction,
subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if required.
4. Push [S.MW] momentarily to indicate memory channels.
• Do not hold [S.MW] for more than 0.5 sec., otherwise the memory
channel will overwrite the displayed number.
5. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
• Call channel (CAL) and scan edge channels (1A–5B), as well as
regular memory channels, can be programmed in this way.
6. Push [(S.MW)MW] for 2 sec. to program.

Programming after selection
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select the memory channel to be programmed.
.Push [MR] to select memory mode.
.Rotate [DIAL] or push 2 digit keys to select the memory
channel (only programmed memories can be selected).
3. Set the desired frequency in VFO mode:
.Push [VFO] to select VFO mode.
.Set the desired frequency using the keypad or [DIAL].
.Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction,
subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if required.
4. Push [(S.MW)MW] for 2 sec. to program.
• If beep tones are turned ON, 3 beeps alert you that the VFO contents,
including duplex information, subaudible tone frequency,
etc., are programmed.
NOTE: Call channels cannot be programmed in this way.

Memory edit (transferring)

Memory (call) channel contents can be moved to VFO or to another memory.

Memory/call = VFO
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select the memory (call) channel to be transferred:
.Push [MR] (or [CALL]) to select memory (call) mode.
.Rotate [DIAL] or push 2 digit keys to select the memory
channel (only programmed memories can be selected).
3. Push [(S.MW)MW] for 2 sec. to transfer.
• The contents are transferred and VFO mode is selected.

Memory/call = memory/call
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select the memory (call) channel to be transferred:
.Push [MR] (or [CALL]) to select memory (call) mode.
.Rotate [DIAL] or push 2 digit keys to select the memory
channel (only programmed memories can be selected).
3. Push [(S.MW)MW] momentarily.
• “VFO” appears in the display.
4. Rotate [DIAL] to select a memory or call channel to transfer the data.
5. Push [(S.MW)MW] for 2 sec. to transfer.
• The contents are transferred and the original channel is selected.

Memory names

Memory names
Memory channels can be programmed with names of up to 8 characters in length.
Names cannot be programmed into the call channel.

Frequency = name
To toggle between frequency indication and memory name
indication:
.Push [M•N] to toggle between frequency and name indications.
• “NO NAME” appears when a memory channel has not been
programmed with a name.

The following characters can be used in names:
.0 to 9, A to Z (capitals), (space), <, >, M, +, –, “ ” /, “ ” and =.

NOTE: While using the monitor function, the frequency
readout shows the transmit frequency even when memory
name indication is selected.

Programming memory names
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select the memory channel to be programmed:
.Push [MR] to select memory mode.
.Rotate [DIAL] or push 2 digit keys to select the memory
channel (only programmed memories can be selected).
3. Push [M•N] to select memory name indication.
4. Push [(M•N)MN•W] for 2 sec. to enter memory name writing mode.
• The first character of the name flashes.
5. Enter the desired name via the keypad or [DIAL].
.Push the appropriate keys to input the desired characters using the
same convention as for telephones.
.To erase a character, overwrite with a ¡°space¡± using the [(0)Symbol] key.
.To move the cursor forwards or backwards, use the [(M.N).] or [(#)§Ù] key.
6. Push [(VFO)CLR] to input the set name.
. Flashing stops.
. Eight characters is the maximum for a name.

Memory clear
Unwanted memory channels can be cleared (erased). Before
clearing a memory channel make sure it is no longer needed
as cleared memories cannot be recalled.
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Push [S.MW] momentarily.
• “VFO” or memory channel number flashes.
3. Select the memory channel to be cleared.
• Scan edges 1A and 1B and call channel cannot be cleared.
4. Push [S.MW] briefly, then a second time for 2 sec.
.3 beeps sound, then the frequency is cleared.
•Memory channel number flashes continuously.
5. Push [(VFO)CLR] to stop the flashing.

WEATHER CHANNELS (U.S.A. version only) There are 10 weather channels for
monitoring weather channels from the NOAA (National Oceanographic
and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts.
Weather channels cannot be programmed into a memory channel.
1. Push [MAIN] to select VHF display as the main band.
2. Push [BAND] several times to select a weather channel.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel.

7 DTMF MEMORY

The transceiver has 4 DTMF memory channels (d1 to d4) for
storage of often-used DTMF codes of up to 16 digits. The
memory channels are for common use on both bands.

1. Push [(•)DTMF•M] for 2 sec. to enter DTMF memory mode.
2. Rotate either band’s [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
3. Push [(•)DTMF•M] for 2 sec. to enter DTMF programming mode.
• “--- --” appears.
•Programmed DTMF code is cleared in this way.
4. Push digit keys to enter the desired DTMF code.
•The S/RF indicator shows the digit group. The indication increases
from no indication, 3 digits and 7 digits.
• If a pause time (2 sec.) is required in the DTMF code, push
[CALL] to input a pause code.
5. Push [(VFO)CLR] to store them.
6. Program DTMF memory name in a similar manner to
memory channel names, if desired.
.Push [(M.N)MN.W] for 2 sec. to enter name writing mode.
.Enter the desired name via the keypad or [DIAL].
.To erase a character, overwrite with a ¡°space¡± using the
[(0)Symbol] key.
.To move the cursor forwards or backwards, use the [(M.N).] or
[(#)§Ù] key.
.Push [(VFO)CLR] to input the set name.
7. Push [(VFO)CLR] to exit DTMF memory mode.

Transmitting a DTMF code

Using a DTMF memory channel
1. Push [(•)DTMF•M] for 2 sec. to enter DTMF memory mode.
2. Rotate either band’s [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
3. Push [(VFO)CLR] again to exit DTMF memory mode.
4. While pushing [PTT], push [(MAIN)(SCAN)DTMF] to transmit the selected DTMF code.
NOTE: Push [(MAIN)(SCAN)DTMF] while in DTMF memory
mode to monitor a DTMF channel without transmitting it.

DTMF transmission speed
When slow DTMF transmission speeds are required (as for
some repeaters), the transceiver’s rate of DTMF transmission
can be adjusted.

USING Initial set mode
SETTING THE DTMF TRANSMISSION SPEED
Fastest (100 msec. intervals)
Slowest (500 msec. intervals)
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “DT” appears as shown above.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the DTMF transmission speed.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.

8 SCAN OPERATION

FULL SCAN (p. 29) Repeatedly scans all frequencies over the entire band.
MEMORY SKIP SCAN (p. 29) Repeatedly scans memory hannels except skip channels.
FREQUENCY SKIP FUNCTION (p. 31) Skips unwanted frequencies that inconveniently
stop scanning. This function can be turned ON and OFF in scan set mode.
PROGRAMMED SCAN (p. 29) Repeatedly scans between two user-programmed frequencies.
Used for checking for frequencies within a specified range such as
repeater output frequencies, etc.
SCAN RESUME CONDITION (p. 30) 4 resume conditions are available: pause scan and
3 timer scans. When receiving a signal, pause scan pauses until the signal
disappears; timer scans pause for 5, 10 or 15 sec.

Full/programmed scan
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select VFO mode with [VFO].
3. Make sure the squelch is set to the threshold point.
• Select automatic squelch (AT) or a level (SQ1–SQ8) where the
noise is muted. (p. 17)
4. Push [(MAIN)SCAN] for 2 sec. to start the programmed scan.
• Decimal point flashes while scanning.
• “P1” – “P5” flash to indicate which pair of scan edges is being scanned.
• To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL].
• If the pocket beep function is activated, the transceiver automatically
selects the tone squelch function when a scan starts.
5. Push [1] – [5] to select the desired scan range or push [0] to select full scan.
6. To stop the scan, push [(VFO)CLR].

For programmed scan, scan edges must be programmed
in advance. Program scan edges in the same manner as
regular memory channels. (p. 22)
If the same frequencies are programmed into a pair of
scan edges, a programmed scan edge appears, such as
“P1,” but programmed scan does not proceed.

Memory scan
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Select memory mode with [MR].
3. Make sure the squelch is set to the threshold point.
• Select automatic squelch (AT) or a level (SQ1–SQ8) where the
noise is muted. (p. 17)
4. Push [(MAIN)SCAN] for 2 sec. to start the memory scan.
•To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL].
• If the pocket beep function is activated, the transceiver automatically
selects the tone squelch function when a scan starts.
5. To stop the scan, push [(VFO)CLR].

Skip channel setting
Memory channels can be set to be skipped for memory skip
scan. This is useful to speedup the memory skip scan interval.

1. Select the memory channel to be programmed as a skip channel:
Push [MAIN] to select the desired band.
Push [MR] to select memory mode.
Rotate [DIAL] or push 2 digit keys to select the memory channel.
2. Push [(MR)SKIP] for 2 sec. to set the memory channel as a skip channel.
• “ ” appears.
3. Repeat step w to cancel a skip channel.
• “ ” disappears.

Scan resume condition
The resume condition can be selected as a pause or timer
scan for each band (VHF VFO and memory channels, UHF
VFO and memory channels, avionics* band).

USING Scan set mode
SETTING THE SCAN RESUME CONDITION
(Following displays show the 144 MHz band full/programmed scan)
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(MAIN)SCAN] to enter
scan set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)J] or [(TONE)K] several times to select the desired
band to be set.
•Avionics*/144/430(440) VFO, VHF/UHF memories are available.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired resume condition.
• “t-15”: scan pauses for 15 sec. on a received signal.
• “t-10”: scan pauses for 10 sec. on a received signal.
• “t-05”: scan pauses for 5 sec. on a received signal.
• “P-02”: scan pauses on a received signal until it disappears.
4. Turn power OFF to exit scan set mode.
*U.S.A. and Asia versions only.\

Frequency skip function
Programming a skip frequency
Unwanted frequencies can be skipped and programmed as
skip channels when full or programmed scan is pausing.
1. Turn ON the frequency skip function as described at right.
2. Start full scan or programmed scan. (p. 29)
3. While receiving an unwanted signal and scan pauses,
push [(S.MW)MW] for 2 sec. to program the received frequency
as a skip frequency.
• Do not release [(S.MW)MW] before 2 sec., otherwise, scan stops
and select memory mode is selected.
• The transceiver emits 3 beeps and the scan resumes.
•Non-programmed memory channels are used for skip frequency
programming from channel 99 to 10 in reverse sequence.
•To scan the skip frequency after programming, cancel the skip
information or clear the memory channel. (pgs. 25, 30)
NOTE: When the frequency skip function is turned OFF,
the paused frequency is overwritten on the preselected
memory channel.

Frequency skip function ON/OFF
The frequency skip function can be turned OFF in set mode.
In this case, the frequencies will not be skipped even if skip
information is programmed and “S” will not blink during full
scan or programmed scan.

USING Scan set mode
SETTING THE FREQUENCY SKIP FUNCTION ON/OFF

1. Turn power ON while pushing [(MAIN)SCAN] to enter scan set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “SKIP SC” appears as shown above.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to turn the frequency skip function ON or OFF.
4. Turn power OFF to exit scan set mode.

9 SUBAUDIBLE TONE OPERATION

Tone squelch operation

Operation
The tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal containing
a matching subaudible tone. You can silently wait for
calls from group members using the same tone.
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Set the operating frequency.
3. Set the desired CTCSS tone in set mode.
• See right for programming.
4. Push [TONE] several times until “TSQL” appears.
5. When the received signal includes a matching tone,
squelch opens and the signal can be heard.
• When the received signal’s tone does not match, tone squelch
does not open, however, the S-indicator shows signal strength.
•To open the squelch manually, push and hold [SQL].
6. Operate the transceiver in the normal way.
7. To cancel the tone squelch, push [TONE].
NOTE: The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies and consequently
their spacing is narrow compared with units having
38 tones. Therefore, some tone frequencies may
receive interference from adjacent tone frequencies.

CONVENIENT
Store subaudible tone frequencies and tone squelch ON/OFF
settings in memories (call) for easy recall.

USING Scan set mode
Setting subaudible tones for [ tone squelch operation (CTCSS tones)
Separate tone frequencies can be set for tone squelch operation
than for repeater operation (the same range of tones is
available—see below). Like repeater tones, these are set in
set mode.

1. Select VFO or a memory channel.
2. Push [(H/L)SET]for 2 sec. to enter set mode.
3. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “CT” appears
as shown at right.
4. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired subaudible tone.
5. Push [(VFO)CLR] to exit set mode.

67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
159.8
162.2
165.5
167.9
171.3
173.8
177.3
179.9
183.5
186.2
189.9
192.8
196.6
199.5
203.5
206.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
229.1
233.6
241.8
250.3
254.1
•Subaudible tone frequency list (Unit: Hz)

Tone scan
The transceiver can detect the subaudible tone frequency in a
received signal. By monitoring a signal that is being transmitted
on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone
frequency required to access the repeater.
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Set the desired frequency or memory channel to be
checked for a tone frequency.
3. Push [(#)TSCAN] for 2 sec. to start the tone scan.
•To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL].
4. When the tone frequency is decoded, the set mode contents
are programmed with the tone frequency.
• The tone scan pauses when a tone frequency is detected.
• The decoded tone frequency is used for the tone encoder or tone
en coder/decoder, depending on the the tone squelch ON/OFF
setting.
• “CT” or “RT” appears during tone scan when the tone squelch is in use or not.
5. Push [VFO] to stop the scan.

Pocket beep operation
This function uses subaudible tones for calling and can be
used as a “common pager” to inform you that someone has
called while you were away from the transceiver.
Waiting for a call from a specific station
1. Assign the main band to the desired display with [MAIN].
2. Set the operating frequency.
3. Set the desired CTCSS tone in set mode.
• See the opposite page for a list of available tone frequencies and
programming information.
4. Push [TONE] several times until “ TSQLS” appears in
the function display.
5. When a signal with the correct tone is received, the transceiver
emits beep tones for 30 sec. and flashes “ TSQLS.”
6. Push [PTT] to answer or push [(VFO)CLR] to stop the beeps and flashing.
Tone squelch is automatically selected.

Calling a waiting station using pocket beep
A subaudible tone matched with the station’s tone frequency
is necessary. Use the tone squelch on the opposite page or a
subaudible tone encoder.

10 OTHER FUNCTIONS

Guide function
The transceiver has a guide function that enables quick descriptions
of key functions without the need to search a menu
list.
Calling up a description
.Push the desired key while pushing the [L/G] key.
• “GUIDE ” and a quick description of the key’s function appear.

While in set mode, memory name programming, etc., the
quick description automatically appears 5 sec. after operation.
Push any key to clear the description.

USING Initial set mode
Battery voltage indication
The transceiver has a battery voltage indicator to check dry
cell battery consumption in the BP-170 BATTERY CASE. When
the indication is set to ON, the battery voltage is indicated for
2 sec. at power ON (LOW V, 4.5–16 V in 0.5 V steps).
If the battery voltage is lower than 4.5 V, “LOW V” appears.
Place new dry cells in the battery case. If the voltage surpasses
16 V, “OVER V” appears and flashes regardless of
this setting.

1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “VO” appears
as shown at right.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to turn the voltage indication ON or OFF.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode. After turning the voltage indication
ON, the battery voltage is displayed for 2 sec. at power ON.

USING Initial set mode
Auto power-off function
The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a
specified period in which no switch is pushed.
60 min., 40 min., 20 min. and OFF can be specified. The
specified period is retained even when the transceiver is
turned OFF by the auto power-off function. To cancel the
function, select “OFF” in step e below.
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “AO” appears
as shown at right.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired time or to turn the function OFF.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.
After setting the auto power-off time, the specified period is displayed
for 2 sec. at power ON.

USING Initial set mode
Function display backlighting

For easy operation at nighttime, the transceiver has an LCD
(Liquid Crystal Display) and keypad lighting function.
5 sec. timer, manual and automatic can be specified. When
set to 5 sec., display backlighting can be turned ON with 5
sec. timer; when set to MANU (manual), the [L/G] key toggles
display backlighting ON and OFF; when set to AUTO, display
backlighting automatically turns ON with 5 sec. timer when
any operation is performed except [PTT].
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “LI” appears as
shown at right.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired backlighting function.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.

USING Initial set mode
Power saver
The power saver function reduces the current drain to conserve
battery power. The power saver duty cycle can be set to
automatic, 1 : 4, 1 :16 or OFF. Setting it to 1 :16 conserves the
most power. For packet operation, the power saver should be
turned OFF to receive reliable packet data. The power saver
is deactivated when more than 12 V DC is connected to the
[DC13.5V] jack.
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “PS” appears as shown at right.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired duty cycle or to turn the function OFF.
• “AUTO” selects “1:4” duty ratio when receiving no signal for 5 sec., then
“1:8” 60 sec. after that.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.
NOTE:When the duty cycle is set to 1 : 16, signals may be clipped up to a 2 sec. maximum.

USING Initial set mode
LCD contrast
The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) contrast can be selected
from 1 of 3 levels. Select a contrast which gives the best readability
for the ambient light conditions. “1” is the lowest contrast
available and “3” is the highest contrast available.
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “LC” appears as shown at right.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired contrast.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.

Optional HM-75A functions
The optional HM-75A allows you to remotely select memory
channels, operating frequency, etc. The switches on the
HM-75A function depends on the initial set mode setting.
CAUTION: When connecting the HM-75A to the transceiver,
make sure that power to the transceiver is turned
OFF, otherwise the CPU may malfunction.

USING Initial set mode
Setting the HM-75A functions

This item turns the microphone simple mode ON or OFF.
1. Turn power ON while pushing [(H/L)SET] to enter initial set mode.
2. Push [(H/L)(SET)J] or [(TONE)K] several times until “MS” appears
as shown at right.
3. Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired HM-75A function.
4. Turn power OFF to exit initial set mode.

NOTE: VFO mode cannot be selected via the microphone when SIMPLE mode is selected.

SWITCH A
NORMAL MAIN (BAND) Push to toggle the main band assignment.
Push and hold to select the operating band.
SIMPLE MONITOR Push and hold to open the squelch.

SWITCH B
NORMAL VFO/MEMORY Toggles VFO and memory mode.
SIMPLE CALL Selects the call channel.

SWITCH UP
NORMAL Change the frequency or memory channel when pushed.
SIMPLE M1 Selects memory channel 1.

SWITCH DOWN
NORMAL Starts previously selected scan when pushed for 2 sec.
SIMPLE M2 Selects memory channel 2.

Handheld-to-handheld cloning
The information in the transceiver, such as memory channels,
memory names, etc. can be transferred from one IC-W32A/E
to another. An optional OPC-474 CLONING CABLE is required.
In addition, optional CS-W32 CLONING SOFTWARE is available
to clone and edit contents using a PC.

1. Connect the OPC-474 between both transceiver’s [SP] jacks.
2. Turn the ‘slave’ transceiver power ON.
3. Turn the ‘master’ transceiver power ON while pushing [MR] and [M•N].
• “PUSH PTT” appears.
4. Push [PTT] on the ‘master’ transceiver to transfer the data.
“CL OUT” appears and digits (0–9,
A–F) indicate the data flow.


AT POWER ON
Partial reset
If you want to initialize the operating conditions (VFO frequency,
VFO settings, set mode contents) without clearing
the memory contents, a partial resetting function is available
for the transceiver.
.While pushing [(VFO)CLR], turn power ON to partially reset
the transceiver.

AT POWER ON
All reset
Reset the CPU before operating the transceiver for the first
time, or when the internal CPU malfunctions.
.While pushing [SQL], [VFO] and [MR], turn power ON to
reset the CPU.
CAUTION: Resetting the CPU returns all programmed
contents to their default settings.

11 TROUBLESHOOTING

If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check
the following points before sending it to a service center.

PROBLEM: No power comes on. POSSIBLE CAUSE: The battery is exhausted. (A slight current flows
in the circuits even when the power is OFF). Poor plug connection to the external DC power cable.
SOLUTION Charge the battery pack or place new dry cell batteries in the battery case.
(Remove the battery pack if you will not be using the transceiver for a long time.)
Check the connector or remove and replace the cable. REF. pgs. 9, 10

PROBLEM: No sound comes from the speaker. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION: Squelch level is too deep. (e.g. SQ8)
Volume level is too low. SOLUTION • Set squelch to automatic (AT). Set the desired band’s [VOL] to a
suitable level. REF. p 17.

PROBLEM: Transmitting is impossible. POSSIBLE CAUSE: The battery is exhausted. Avionics band frequency
(U.S.A./Asia only) or weather channel (U.S.A. only) is selected.
SOLUTION Charge the battery pack or place new dry cell batteries in the battery case. Set an amateur
frequency. REF. pgs. 9, 10 p. 13

PROBLEM: No contact possible with another station. POSSIBLE CAUSE: • The transceiver is set to semi-duplex.
• The output power is set to low. SOLUTION: • Set to simplex. • Push [H/L] to select high power.
REF. 17 and 19

PROBLEM: •Frequency cannot be set. POSSIBLE CAUSE:•Memory mode or call channel is selected.
•Weather channel (U.S.A. only) is selected. •Lock function is activated. SOLUTION: • Push [VFO] to select
VFO mode.
• Push [BAND] to select an amateur band or avionics band. • Push [(CALL)LOCK] for 2 sec. to cancel the
function. REF. pgs. 12, 13, 15

PROBLEM: • Scan does not start. POSSIBLE CAUSE:The squelch is open. Call or weather channel (U.S.A. only)
is selected. SOLUTION: • Set squelch to automatic (AT) or the squelch
closed point (SQ1 or more).
• Push [BAND] to select an amateur band, memory
channel or avionics band.
REF: pgs. 17 and 13

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