ICOM RC-28 is a remote encoder that allows you to control the assigned functions of the RS-BA1 Remote Control software on your PC using a physical dial and buttons. With its intuitive interface and dedicated controls, you can easily adjust operating frequency, activate assigned functions, and toggle between transmit and receive modes.
ICOM RC-28 is a remote encoder that allows you to control the assigned functions of the RS-BA1 Remote Control software on your PC using a physical dial and buttons. With its intuitive interface and dedicated controls, you can easily adjust operating frequency, activate assigned functions, and toggle between transmit and receive modes.
INSTRUCTIONS
RC-28
REMOTE ENCODER
Thank you for choosing the RC-28
remote
encoder
.
Connect the RC-28 to a PC USB port, and operate
the RS-BA1
ip
remote
control
software
on the
PC.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and
completely before using the RC-28.
R WARNING! NEVER disassemble the RC-28.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a fire hazard or
electric shock.
R WARNING! NEVER operate or touch the control-
ler with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock
or damage the controller.
R WARNING! NEVER let metal, wire or other
objects protrude into the controller. This may result in
an electric shock.
CAUTION: DO NOT expose the controller to rain,
snow or any liquids.
CAUTION: DO NOT strike or otherwise impact the
controller. This may damage the controller.
KEEP the controller out of reach of unauthorized
persons.
DO NOT use harsh solvents such as Benzine or
alcohol to clean the controller, because as they will
damage the controller’s surfaces.
DO NOT connect the controller to other than a PC.
Otherwise it will not work properly.
PRECAUTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Items Qty.
USB cable (approximately 1.5 m, 4.9 ft) ···················· 1
Instructions (this leaflet)············································· 1
• Input voltage: DC 5 V ±5% (supplied through
the PC’s USB port)
• Operating
temperature range:
–10˚C ~ +60˚C,
+14˚F ~ +140˚F
• Weight:
(approximate)
440 g, 15.5 oz
(supplied USB cable is not in-
cluded)
• Dimensions:
(approximate)
64 mm,
2.5 in
64 mm,
2.5 in
116 mm,
4.6 in
SUPPLIED ITEMS
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice
or obligation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac-
cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, there is no guaran-
tee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-
ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this controller,
not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your au-
thority to operate this controller under FCC regulations.
FCC INFORMATION
DISPOSAL
The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your
product, literature, or packaging reminds you
that in the European Union, all electrical and
electronic products, batteries, and
accumulators (rechargeable batteries) must
be taken to designated collection locations at
the end of their working life. Do not dispose
of these products as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose
of them according to the laws in your area.
Below statement is for UKCA purpose only
United Kingdom Authorised Importer: Icom (UK) Ltd.
Address: Blacksole House, Altira Park, Herne Bay,
Kent, CT6 6GZ, U.K.
The RC-28 complies with the essential
requirements of the 2014/30/EU directive
for Electromagnetic Compatibility and the
2001/95/ EC directive for General Product
Safety.
ABOUT CE
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan A7034W-1EX-3 Printed in Japan
© 2012–2022 Icom Inc.
PANEL DESCRIPTION
TO USE RC-28
Rear
view
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q Make sure Windows has completed its start-up.
w Connect the RC-28 to the PC that the RS-BA1 1.30
or later version is installed.
USB cable (supplied)
RC-28
PC
to a USB port
q
w
• DO NOT connect the RC-28 to the PC with other
than the supplied USB cable or through any USB
hub. The RC-28 may not work properly.
• The RC-28 cannot be used with RS-BA1 1.20 or
earlier versions. Please download the latest ver-
sion from the Icom website, and update your RS-
BA1.
https://www.icomjapan.com/support/
When you connect the RC-28 to the PC for the first
time, wait until “Device driver software installed suc-
cessfully.” is displayed.
e Start up the RS-BA1 Remote control software.
• The [LINK] indicator on the RC-28 lights green. (See
‘PANEL DESCRIPTION’ e.)
r Now you can control the assigned functions of the
RS-BA1 using the RC-28.
❍ If the [LINK] indicator does not light, check the following.
z Click the [Option] menu on the RS-BA1’s Top menu,
and then click “USB Dial...” to open the USB Dial
Setting screen.
If the “USB Dial...” item on the [Option] menu is not
displayed, download the latest software from the
Icom website, and install it.
https://www.icomjapan.com/support/
x If the “Select Device” item is set to “Not Use,” set it to
the RC-28’s serial number.
(example: RC-28 02XXXXX)
[USB] port
Connect to a PC with the supplied USB cable.
[TRANSMIT] indicator
Lights red while transmitting.
[LINK] indicator
Lights green when the RC-28 can be used with the RS-BA1.
Main dial
Rotate to change the operating frequency.
[F-1]/[F-2] indicators
Each indicator lights orange when the assigned function is
activated. The functions are assigned by the RS-BA1.
If the LED function is set to OFF, the indicator will not light, even
if the assigned function is ON.
[F-1]/[F-2] buttons
Push or hold down to activate the assigned function, depending
on which action is assigned to the function by the RS-BA1.
[TRANSMIT] button
Push to toggle between transmit and receive.
You can change the Transmit action in the RS-BA1's [Option]
menu. (Option > USB Dial... > TRANSMIT Button)
• Hold down [TRANSMIT] to transmit, release to receive.
RC-28 02XXXXX
Icom and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated
(Japan) in Japan, the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France,
Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries.
Icom is not responsible for the destruction, damage to, or
performance of any Icom or non-Icom equipment, if the
malfunction is because of:
•
Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires, earth-
quakes, storms, floods, lightning, or other natural disas-
ters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive contamination.
• The use of Icom transceivers with any equipment that is
not manufactured or approved by Icom.
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ICOM RC-28 is a remote encoder that allows you to control the assigned functions of the RS-BA1 Remote Control software on your PC using a physical dial and buttons. With its intuitive interface and dedicated controls, you can easily adjust operating frequency, activate assigned functions, and toggle between transmit and receive modes.
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