FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom radio. The IC-M33
VHF MA
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RINE TRANSCEIVER
is designed and built with Icom’s state of the
art technology and craftsmanship. With proper care this radio
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-M33.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
FEATURES
☞ Submersible construction
Built tough to withstand the punishing marine environ-
ment, the IC-M33’s submersible construction meets IPX7
of the corresponding International Standard IEC 60529
(2001) while using BP-251 (option) or BP-252.
☞ Floating on water
The IC-M33 floats on fresh or salt
water even when the supplied acces-
sories are attached.
• When third-party battery pack, strap, an-
tenna, etc. is used, it may sink.
• The battery contacts may be prone to rust-
ing if the transceiver is kept floating in
fresh or salt water.
☞ Large, easy-to-read LCD
With dimensions of 16(H) × 32(W) mm, the IC-M33’s func-
tion display is easy to read and shows operating condi-
tions 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.
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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