ICOM IC-F43TR UHF Trunked Radio User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- ICOM
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UHF TRUNKED RADIO
IC-F43TR UHF Trunked Radio
User Manual
IC- F43TR
IC-F43TR UHF Trunked Radio
The New Leader in Commercial Gr
The IC-F43TR is the perfect subscriber for PMR and SMR systems. This light
weight radio is a heavy weight when it comes to features, allowing you to take
full advantage of the options your PMR or SMR system.
PMR systems are often heavily protected against power and other system
failures, allowing emergency communications to get through where national
carriers fail. PMR systems offer maximum cost effectiveness — pay for the IC-
F43TR once, and escape monthly charges.
And PMR systems are extremely flexible, allowing you to configure the system
according to your needs, not the needs of a distant national carrier.
SMR systems can provide reliable and flexible communications, all at a low
monthly cost.
Where the cell phone hybrids of many national carriers discourage fleet
dispatch (one to many) with their pricing structures, SMR systems are built to
optimize fleet dispatch. Often over large areas. And, by design, SMR systems
are less likely to be abused by employees. SMR systems offer such advanced
capabilities as selective call, caller ID and AVL.
No matter if you choose the PMR or SMR route, the IC-F43TR is the radio to
take you there. 
Take advantage of Icon’s integrated design that offers a value alternative for
trucking systems.
The IC-F621TR and IC-FR4000 are designed companions to the IC-F43TR.
( External trucking controller is required for LTR and PassPort trucking.)
Multiple modes
Conventional, basic LTR and PassPort features are built-in. Operating modes
are selectable from rotary selector or up/down buttons. Flash memory enables
future system upgrades.
LTR features
The IC-F43TR offers maximum flexibility to program up to 50 systems or up to
250 groups per system.
PassPort features
Individual Selective Call (MIN call) allows private call between individual
members within a fleet. Primary Talk Group (All call) allows individual users
to call all groups in the fleet. The calling party’s names are shown in the
display, while in group conversation.
The built-in receive signal strength indicator (RSSI) enables seamless
roaming under the PassPort protocol. Site Lock function locks the radio onto
the current site to avoid roaming.
Conventional features
Up to 250 channels either 12.5kHz or 25kHz channel spacing, CTCSS, DTCS and
alphanumeric names are programmable.
PTT over tone PTT over tone sends a beep sound when you release the PTT,
instead of saying “Over”.
Wideband coverage
Two bandwidth versions (400–470MHz, 450 –512MHz) all have switchable
12.5/25kHz width by channel, and 5/6.25kHz frequency pitch making all the new
UHF channels available for trucking.
rode Subscriber Units
Lithium-Ion battery pack
The battery is a lightweight yet high capacity 2000mAh Li-Ion unit. There’s
virtually no memory charging issues with Li-Ion technology. Your subscribers
will love the compact size and charging flexibility! In addition, economy type
battery packs, BP-230 and BP-231 are optionally available.
MIL grade durability
This commercial-grade portable offers MIL STD construction, including easy to
grab control knobs and a large easy to see display. A rugged dual-rail guide
securely locks the battery to the back of the radio – it’s nearly impossible
to knock loose.
Alphanumeric display
The backlit 8-character LCD display has 11 icons that indicate system status
and operational selections, including battery condition. The improved
alphanumeric 14 segment display indicates system/group identification in both
upper and lower case.
Voice scrambler function
A built-in inversion type voice scrambler provides secure communication in all
operating modes. With an optional voice scrambler unit, UT-109, more secure
non-rolling type encryption is possible.
**Man down function***
Automatically sending an emergency signal when the transceiver is left in the
horizontal position for a pre-set time. This function also works in all
operating modes.
- Optional man down unit, UT-113 is required.
Advanced PC programming
You may assign operating modes, default talk group for home button, power-ON home or previous group, network roaming, 5/3MHz offset by channel, LTR polarity by system, home channel and area bit by system, Tx and Rx ID, and UID for PassPort.
Multiple scan mode
Conventional, system and group scan enable continuous contact under multi
system operation without any action by the end-user. Both priority and non-
priority scan modes are available in conventional use.
Other features
- Simple 4-keypad version available
- Programmable buttons
- Powerful 4W output
- Built-in audio compandor
- Time-out timer functions available
- PC programming capabilities
- Optional DTMF decoder unit, UT-108 for DTMF selective call
- Expanded Black list capability, Site lock, forced roaming and stun/kill, and more…
OPTIONS
| Battery packs | Type and capacity | **Duration*** | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| BP-230 | Li-Ion 7.4V/ 800mAh | 4 hours | 4W |
| BP-231 | Li-Ion 7.4V/1150mAh | 6 hours | 4W |
| BP-232 | Li-Ion 7.4V/2000mAh | 11 hours | 4W |
| BP-240 | AAA (LR03) batteries × 6 | –1 | –1W |
- Operating time is approximate time (at 20˚C). Tx: Rx: standby=5:5:90.
BC-160 DESKTOP CHARGER
+ BC-145A/E/V AC ADAPTER Rapidly charges the battery pack. Charges the
BP-232 in 3 hours (approx.)
BC-119N DESKTOP CHARGER
+ AD-106 CHARGER ADAPTER
+ BC-145A/E/V AC ADAPTER Rapidly charges the battery pack. 
BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER + AD-106 CHARGER ADAPTER
+ BC-124 AC ADAPTER
Rapidly charges up to 6 battery packs (Six AD-106s are required).
OPC-656 DC POWER CABLE; For use with the BC-121N. (12–20V DC required).
HM-131L: Durable body. Equipped with an earphone jack and revolving clip.
HS-94: Ear hook headset with flexible boom microphone.
HS-95: Behind-the-head headset with flexible boom microphone.
HS-97: Throat microphone fits around your neck and picks up speech
vibration.
VS-1L: PTT/VOX unit. Required when using these headsets with the
transceiver.
SP-13: Provides clear audio in noisy environments.
CP-17L : CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE
OPC-515L : DC POWER CABLE For use with the BC-119N. (12–16V DC required)
MB-93 : Swivel type. Prevents accidental dropping from your belt.
MB-94 : Alligator type. Same as supplied.
MB-96N: Swivel type belt hanger. Swivel joint of the MB-93 supplied.
MB-96F : Fixed type belt hanger. For use with MB-94.
UT-108 : Provides DTMF Selective call and ANI capabilities.
UT-109 (Version 02) : Up to 32 scrambling codes are available.
UT-110 (Version 02) : Rolling type voice scrambler. Available in
conventional mode only.
UT-113 : Provides a man down function.
FA-SC73US : 60 mm stubby antenna. Frequency range: 450–490MHz
ANTENNAS
- FA-SC25U: 400–430MHz
- FA-SC57U: 430–470MHz
- FA-SC72U: 470–520MHz
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
- Frequency range : 400–470MHz, 450–512MHz
- Channel spacing : 12.5kHz 25kHz
- PLL channel step : 5kHz, 6.25kHz
- Antenna impedance : 50Ω
- Usable temperature range : –30˚C to +60˚C; –22°F to +140°F
- Power supply requirement : 7.2V DC
- Current drain (at 7.2V DC; approx.): Transmit at 4W 1.7A at 1W 0.8A Receive stand-by 85mA rated output 300mA
- Dimensions (With BP-232) : 53 (W) ×120 (H) ×36.5 (D) mm; (projections are not included) 23 ⁄32 (W) ×4 23 ⁄32 (H)×1 7 ⁄16 (D) in
- Weight (with BP-232) : 320g; 11.3oz
TRANSMITTER
- Output power : 4W, 1W
- Max. frequency deviation : ±5kHz (Wide) ±2.5kHz (Narrow)
- Frequency error : ±2.0ppm
- Spurious emissions : 70dB typical
- Adjacent channel power : 70dB (Wide) 60dB (Narrow)
- Audio harmonic distortion : 3% typ. (AF 1kHz, 40% Deviation)
- Modulation limiting : 60–100% of max. deviation
- External microphone connector : 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm (1⁄10″)/2.2 kΩ
Measurements made in accordance with EIA/TIA-603. All stated specifications are
typical and subject to change without notice or obligation.
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RECEIVER
- Intermediate frequency : 1st 46.35MHz 2nd 450kHz
- Sensitivity : 0.25µV typ. (at 12dB SINAD)
- Squelch sensitivity : 0.25µV typ. (at threshold)
- Adjacent channel selectivity : 75dB typ. (Wide) 65dB typ. (Narrow)
- Spurious response : 70dB
- Intermodulation : 74dB typ.
- Hum and noise ratio : 45dB typ. (Wide) 40dB typ. (Narrow)
- Audio output power : 500mW typ. (at 5% distortion with an 8Ω load)
- External speaker connector: 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8″)/8Ω
Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
Icon makes rugged products that meet MIL-STD requirements and strict
environmental standards as follows.
| Standard | MIL 810C | MIL 810D | MIL 810E | MIL 810F |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Proc. | Method | Proc. | Method |
| Method | Proc. | |||
| Low Pressure | 500. | I | 500. | I. |
| High Temp. | 501. | I | 501. | i.11 |
| Low Temp. | 502. | I | 502. | i.11 |
| Temp. Shock | 503. | I | 503. | t |
| Solar Radiation | 505. | I | 505. | t |
| Rain | 506. | 11 | 506. | a |
| Humidity | 507. | I. it | 507. | 1i. IIi |
| Salt Fog | 509. | I | 509. | I |
| Dust | 510. | I | 510. | I |
| Vibration | 514. | vat. x | 514. | t |
| Shock | 516. | i. it. v | 516. | i. tv |
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