Icom IC-M1 [9/24] I adjusting the squelch level

■Adjusting the squelch level

The IC-M1 has a squelch even

though there is no control knob for

it. In order to receive signals prop-

erly, as well as for scan to func-

tion, the squelch must be

adjusted to a suitable level.

1 While pushing [SQL], rotate the channel selector.

- The first click of the channel selector indicates the current

squelch level.

- There are 5 squelch levels to choose from: 0 is completely open;

4 is the maximum squelch level.

2 Release [SQL] when the desired squelch level is indicated

in the function display.

NOTE: The squelch level 1 is designed for receiving weak

signals so that the squelch delays to close. If you want to

cut the squelch noise, set the level to 2 or more.

BASIC OPERATION

D Weather channels

There are 10 weather channels. Used for monitoring weather

channels from the NOAA (National Oceanographic and

Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts.

The IC-M1 can detect a weather alert tone on the selected

weather channel while receiving the channel, during standby

on a regular channel or while scanning. See the “SET mode

items” on p. 14.

•Push [CH/WX] once or twice to select weather channels.

■Lock function

This function electronically locks all keys and switches to pre-

vent accidental frequency changes and function access.

•Push [H/L•LOCK] for 1 sec. to turn the lock function ON and

OFF.

- Only [PTT], [H/L] and [SQL] are functional.

Level 4: Max. squelch level

USA

Appears when the

lock function is in use.