649DATA OPERATION89 GeneralThe ID-1 allows you to not only for the voice communicationsbut also the data communications with Data mode.The data communication functions as a wireless LAN unitwith up to 128 kbps (theoretical value) of data transmissionspeed. Any data files can be copied to the connected PC.Internet accessing* is also provided with Data mode opera-tion when gateway connection is used.*Contract with a gateway repeater manager is additionally required. PrecautionR WARNING! The saved file(s) in the shared folder maybe modified or deleted, or unknown file(s) may be copied intothe shared folder from the connected station when the trans-mission inhibit is released.Icom Inc. assume no responsibility whatsoever for any dam-ages or lost profits resulting from opportunities for signal com-munications being lost because of the failure, malfunction,poor condition, damage, or data loss of this unit or because ofsuch external causes as power failure. Icom also dismissesall responsibility for demands made by a third party.The transmitting data may be received and decrypted by athird party/station due to the ID-1 transmits data without en-cryption.Connect the ID-1 and PC via Ethernet cable for Data modeoperation in advance. (see p. 17)Disconnect the PC from any other network, another ISP, LAN,etc., is recommended. Network error may be occurred.For data transferring (PC-to-PC communication), a fixed IPaddress must be assigned, the same workgroup setting andhave shared folder must be held for both PCs.Make sure the Ethernet cable, as well as the coupler connec-tions are secure. Loose connections may cause a data trans-mission error during Data operation.