The Icom IC-208H VHF/UHF FM Transceiver Instruction Manual provides setup, operation, programming, and maintenance details.
This manual covers the Icom IC-208H VHF/UHF FM Transceiver, a dual‑band handheld radio designed for reliable communication. It includes safety warnings, installation steps, and detailed operating instructions.
Key sections include supplied accessories, installation guidelines, basic and repeater operation, memory programming, specifications, and maintenance procedures, helping users configure and maintain the device safely and efficiently.
| Frequency coverage | USA Rx 118‑173.995 MHz, 230‑549.995 MHz, 810‑999.990 MHz; Tx 144‑148 MHz, 440‑450 MHz |
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| Output power | VHF 55/15/5 W, UHF 50/15/5 W |
| Power supply requirement | 13.8 V DC ±15 % |
| Current drain (Transmit at 55 W) | 12 A |
| Antenna connector | SO‑239 (50 Ω) |
| Dimensions | 141 mm (W) × 40 mm (H) × 185.4 mm (D) |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
Use a 13.8 V DC power supply with at least 15 A capacity.
The transceiver provides 512 memory channels, including 10 scan edges and 2 call channels.
No, the manual warns never to connect the transceiver directly to a 24 V battery.
The device emits radio‑frequency energy, so extreme caution is required and FCC guidelines should be consulted.