Icom IC-M32 - Manual (Page 4)

FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M32 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-M32.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
FEATURES
☞ Waterproof construction
Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environ-
ment, the IC-M32 meets JIS waterproof specification
grade 7 while using BP-223 (option) or BP-224.
☞ Dualwatch and tri-watch functions
Convenient functions which allow you to monitor the dis-
tress channel (Ch 16) while receiving a channel of your
choice—dual watch; or monitor the distress channel and
another channel while receiving a channel of your
choice—tri-watch.
☞ Large, easy-to-read LCD
With dimensions of 16(H) × 32(W) mm; 5 ⁄ 8 (H) × 1 1 ⁄ 4 (W) inch,
the IC-M32’s function display is easy to read and shows op-
erating conditions at a glance. Backlighting and contrast
can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
☞ Simple operation
9 large buttons on the front panel provide user-friendly op-
eration. The independent volume and channel buttons are
located on the front panel for convenient one-hand opera-
tion.
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WORD DEFINITION
RWARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
Equipment damage may occur.
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