iFOREWORDThank you for purchasing the IC-F31GT/GS, IC-F41GT/GS FMtransceiver.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before usingthe transceiver.SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL–This instruction manualcontains important operating instructions for the transceiver.ABOUT CECE Versions of the IC-F31GT/GS, IC-F41GT/GS which display the “CE” symbol onthe serial number seal, comply with the es-sential requirements of the European Radioand Telecommunication Terminal Directive1999/5/EC.This warning symbol indicates that this equipment operates in non-harmonised frequency bands and/or may be subject to licensingconditions in the country of use. Be sure to check that you have thecorrect version of this radio or the correct programming of this radio,to comply with national licensing requirements.INSTALLATION NOTES• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a verticalposition with its microphone 5 to 10 centimeters away from yourmouth. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 centimeters from your headand body.• If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that theantenna is at least 2.5 centimeters from your body when transmit-ting.