Introduction to the latest service information for the IC-208H VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
This document is the official service manual for the Icom IC-208H VHF/UHF FM Transceiver. It provides detailed technical information for maintenance and repair, including safety warnings, ordering parts, and disassembly instructions. The manual covers various regional versions (KOR, USA, AUS, TPE, EXP) and includes specific frequency ranges for each.
| Frequency range (VHF) | 144.000-146.000 MHz (TPE) |
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| Frequency range (UHF) | 430.000-440.000 MHz (TPE) |
| Power supply requirement | 13.8 V DC +15 % (negative ground) |
| Usable temperature range | -10°C to +60°C |
| Frequency stability | ±10 ppm (-10°C to +60°C) |
| Maximum output power (VHF) | 55 W (selectable) |
| Maximum output power (UHF) | 50 W (selectable) |
| Receive system | Double-conversion superheterodyne |
| Sensitivity | Less than 0.18 pV (at 12 dB SINAD) |
| Dimensions | 141.4(W)x40(H)x185.4(D) mm |
Never connect the transceiver to an AC outlet or to a DC power supply that uses more than 16 V.
Do not apply an RF signal of more than 20 dBm (100 mW) to the antenna connector.
An insulated tuning tool must be used for all adjustments.