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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

HF/50 MHz
ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL WORD DEFINITION
CAREFULLY before attempting to operate the
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
transceiver. R WARNING
shock may occur.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. This CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
manual contains important safety and operating in- If disregarded, inconvenience only. No
structions for the IC-756PROIII. NOTE risk or personal injury, fire or electric
shock.

FOREWORD SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES


We understand that you have a choice of many differ-
The transceiver comes with the following acces-
ent radios in the market place. We would like to take a
sories.
couple of moments of your time to thank you for mak-
Qty.
ing your IC-756PROIII your radio of choice, and hope
q DC power cable (OPC-025D) .......................... 1
you agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.”
w Hand microphone (HM-36) .............................. 1
Many hours of research and development went into
e Spare fuses (FGB 30 A) .................................. 2
the design of your IC-756PROIII.
r Spare fuse (FGB 5 A) ...................................... 1
t CW keyer plug (AP-330) .................................. 1
D FEATURES
❍ +30 dBm class IP3 (at 14 MHz band) and
further improved 3rd order IMD character- q w e r
istics
❍ Real time spectrum scope with mini-scope
function
❍ Boudot RTTY demodulator and RTTY
transmit message memory
t
❍ Selectable SSB transmission passband
width (Each for Higher and lower pass fre-
quency)
❍ Digital IF filter allows you to select 51 types
of filter shapes while receiving a station

Spurious may be received near the following frequencies.


These are made in the internal circuit and does not indicate a
transceiver malfunction: Icom, Icom Inc. and the are registered trademarks of
6.144 MHz, 8.000 MHz, Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United
12.288 MHz, 12.890 MHz (when spectrum scope is ON), Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other
18.433 MHz, 24.573 MHz, 52 MHz countries.
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PRECAUTIONS
R WARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with
emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +50°C
should be observed when operating this device. If you (+122°F). Be aware that temperatures on a vehicle’s
have any questions regarding RF exposure and safety dashboard can exceed 80°C (+176°F), resulting in per-
standards please refer to the Federal Communications manent damage to the transceiver if left there for ex-
Commission Office of Engineering and Technology’s tended periods.
report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines
AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty en-
for Human Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields
vironments or in direct sunlight.
(OET Bulletin 65).
AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting
R WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER at- anything on top of the transceiver. This will obstruct
tach an antenna or internal antenna connector during heat dissipation.
transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or
burn. Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use
by children.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver
with a headset or other audio accessories at high vol- During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the trans-
ume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous ceiver without running the vehicle’s engine. When
high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in transceiver power is ON and your vehicle’s engine is
your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use. OFF, the vehicle’s battery will soon become ex-
hausted.
R CAUTION! NEVER change the internal settings
of the transceiver. This result in reduced transceiver Make sure the transceiver power is OFF before start-
performance and/or damage to the transceiver. ing the vehicle. This will avoid possible damage to the
transceiver by ignition voltage spikes.
In particular, incorrect settings for transmitter circuits,
such as output power, idling current, etc., might dam- During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiver
age the expensive final devices. and microphone as far away as possible from the mag-
netic navigation compass to prevent erroneous indica-
The transceiver warranty does not cover any problems tions.
caused by unauthorized internal adjustment.
BE CAREFUL! The heatsink will become hot when op-
R NEVER apply AC to the [DC13.8V] jack on the erating the transceiver continuously for long periods.
transceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or ruin
the transceiver. BE CAREFUL! If a linear amplifier is connected, set
the transceiver’s RF output power to less than the lin-
R NEVER apply more than 16 V DC, such as a 24 V ear amplifier’s maximum input level, otherwise, the lin-
battery, to the [DC13.8V] jack on the transceiver rear ear amplifier will be damaged.
panel. This could cause a fire or ruin the transceiver.
The LCD display may have cosmetic imperfections
R NEVER let metal, wire or other objects touch any that appear as small or dark spots. This is not a mal-
internal part or connectors on the rear panel of the function or defect, but a normal characteristic of LCD
transceiver. This may result in an electric shock. displays.
R NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional).
any liquids. Other manufacturer’s microphones have different pin
assignments, and connection to the IC-756PROIII may
R NEVER installing the transceiver in a place with-
damage the transceiver.
out adequate ventilation. Heat dissipation may be af-
fected, and the transceiver may be damaged. For U.S.A. only
R NEVER operate or touch the transceiver with wet CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device,
not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your
hands. This may result in an electric shock or damage
authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.
to the transceiver.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT .................................................................. i 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ............................ 33 – 54


FOREWORD ................................................................. i ■ Operating SSB ............................................... 33
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ............................................... i D Convenient functions for receive ................. 33
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .......................................... i D Convenient functions for transmit ................ 34
PRECAUTIONS ............................................................ ii D About 5 MHz band operation
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................. iii (USA version only) ....................................... 34
■ Operating CW ................................................ 35
D Convenient functions for receive ................. 35
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ..................................... 1 – 12 D Convenient functions for transmit ................ 36
■ Front panel ....................................................... 1 D About CW reverse mode ............................. 36
■ LCD display ..................................................... 9 D CW side tone function ................................. 36
■ Screen menu arrangement ............................ 10 D About CW pitch control ................................ 37
■ Rear panel ...................................................... 11 ■ Electronic CW keyer ...................................... 38
■ Microphone (HM-36) ...................................... 12 D Memory keyer send screen ......................... 39
D Editing a memory keyer ............................... 40
D Contest number set mode ........................... 41
2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS .......... 13 – 20 D Keyer set mode ........................................... 42
■ Unpacking ...................................................... 13 ■ Operating RTTY (FSK) .................................. 44
■ Selecting a location ........................................ 13 D Convenient functions for receive ................. 44
■ Grounding ...................................................... 13 D About RTTY reverse mode .......................... 45
■ Antenna connection ....................................... 13 D RTTY filter/Twin peak filter........................... 45
■ Required connections .................................... 14 D Functions for the RTTY decoder indication . 46
■ Advanced connections ................................... 15 D Setting the decoder threshold level ............. 46
■ Power supply connections ............................. 16 D RTTY memory transmission ........................ 47
■ Linear amplifier connections .......................... 17 D RTTY tuning meter ...................................... 47
■ External antenna tuner D Editing RTTY memory ................................. 48
connections .................................................... 18 D RTTY decoder set mode.............................. 49
■ Transverter jack information .......................... 18 ■ Operating AM ................................................. 50
■ Microphone connector information ................ 18 D Convenient functions for receive ................. 50
■ FSK and AFSK (SSTV) D Convenient functions for transmit ................ 50
connections .................................................... 19 ■ Operating FM ................................................. 51
■ Accessory connector information ................... 20 D Convenient functions for receive ................. 51
D Convenient functions for transmit ................ 51
3 BASIC OPERATION ....................................... 21 – 32 ■ Repeater operation ........................................ 52
■ When first applying power D Setting the repeater tone ............................. 52
(CPU resetting) .............................................. 21 ■ Tone squelch operation .................................. 53
■ Initial settings ................................................. 21 ■ Data mode (SSTV/PSK31) operation ............ 54
■ VFO description ............................................. 22
■ Selecting VFO/memory mode ........................ 23 5 FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE ............................ 55 – 65
■ Main/Sub band selection ............................... 23 ■ Spectrum scope screen ................................. 55
■ Selecting an operating band .......................... 24 D Mini scope screen........................................ 55
D Using the band stacking registers ............... 24 D Scope set mode........................................... 56
■ Frequency setting .......................................... 25 ■ Preamplifier .................................................... 57
D Tuning with the tuning dial ........................... 25 ■ Attenuator ...................................................... 57
D Direct frequency entry with the keypad ....... 25 ■ RIT function .................................................... 58
D Quick tuning step ......................................... 26 ■ AGC function .................................................. 59
D Selecting “kHz” step .................................... 26 ■ Twin PBT operation ........................................ 60
D Selecting 1 Hz step...................................... 27 ■ IF filter selection ............................................. 61
D 1⁄4 tuning function ■ DSP filter shape .............................................. 62
(SSB data/CW/RTTY only) .......................... 27 ■ Dualwatch operation ...................................... 63
D Auto tuning step function ............................. 28 ■ Noise blanker ................................................. 64
D Band edge warning beep............................. 28 ■ Notch function ................................................ 64
■ Operating mode selection .............................. 29 ■ Noise reduction .............................................. 65
■ Volume setting ............................................... 29 ■ Dial lock function ............................................ 65
■ Squelch and receive (RF) sensitivity ............. 30
■ Meter function ................................................ 31
■ SWR reading ................................................. 31
■ Basic transmit operation ................................ 32
D Transmitting ................................................. 32
D Microphone gain adjustment ....................... 32

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

6 FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT ......................... 66 – 72 12 SET MODE ................................................... 94 – 104


■ VOX function .................................................. 66 ■ Set mode description ..................................... 94 1
D Using the VOX function ............................... 66 ■ Level set mode .............................................. 95
D Adjusting the VOX function.......................... 66 ■ Display set mode ........................................... 97
■ Break-in function ............................................ 67 ■ DSP filter set mode ......................................... 99 2
D Semi break-in operation .............................. 67 ■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode ................... 99
D Full break-in operation ................................. 67 3
■ Transmit filter width setting (SSB only) .......... 68
■ Speech compressor ....................................... 68 13 OPTION INSTALLATION .................................... 105
■ ∂TX function .................................................. 69 ■ Opening the transceiver’s case ................... 105 4
■ Monitor function ............................................. 70 ■ UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT .................. 105
■ Split frequency operation ............................... 71 5
■ Quick split function ......................................... 72
14 INTERNAL VIEWS .............................................. 106
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7 VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS ................. 73 – 76
■ Digital voice recorder ..................................... 73 15 MAINTENANCE ......................................... 107 – 109
■ Troubleshooting ........................................... 107 7
■ Fuse replacement ........................................ 108
8 MEMORY OPERATION .................................. 77 – 82 ■ Clock backup battery
■ Memory channels .......................................... 77 replacement ................................................. 108 8
■ Memory channel selection ............................. 77 ■ Tuning dial brake adjustment ....................... 109
■ Memory channel screen ................................ 78 ■ Frequency calibration 9
■ Memory channel programming ...................... 79 (approximate)................................................ 109
■ Frequency transferring ................................... 80
■ Memory names .............................................. 81 10
■ Memory clearing ............................................ 81 16 CONTROL COMMAND ............................... 110– 114
■ Memo pads .................................................... 82 ■ Remote jack (CI-V) information .................... 110
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17 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 115
9 SCANS ........................................................... 83 – 87 12
■ Scan types ..................................................... 83
■ Preparation .................................................... 83
■ Programmed scan operation ......................... 84
18 OPTIONS ............................................................. 116 13
■ ∂F scan operation ......................................... 84
■ Fine programmed scan/
fine ∂F scan ................................................... 85
19 ABOUT CE ........................................................... 117 14
■ Memory scan operation ................................. 85
■ Select memory scan operation ...................... 86 15
■ Setting select memory channels .................... 86
■ Scan set mode ............................................... 87 16
■ Tone scan ....................................................... 87

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10 ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION ................... 88 – 90
■ Automatic antenna selection .......................... 88
■ Antenna tuner operation ................................ 89 18
■ Optional external tuner operation .................. 90
19
11 CLOCK AND TIMERS .................................... 91 – 93
■ Time set mode ............................................... 91
D Setting the current time ............................... 92
D Clock2 function activity ................................ 92
D Clock2 offset setting .................................... 92
D Timer function activity .................................. 92
D Setting power-on time.................................. 93
D Setting power-off period............................... 93
D Timer operation............................................ 93

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1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel

!2 !1 !0

TIMER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER

q POWER

TRANSMIT

PHONES
TUNER MONITOR NB NR

e
ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL BAL NR

r
MIC

t
F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5

SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER EXIT/SET


MIC GAIN RF POWER COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

y u io

q POWER SWITCH [POWER•TIMER] (dot)


❍ While transceiver’s power is OFF: (com)
Push to turn power ON. (dash)
• Turn the optional DC power supply ON in advance.
• A/D converter calibration of the DSP unit starts and it
takes approx. 10 sec. t MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC]
❍ While transceiver’s power is ON: Accepts the supplied or optional microphone.
➥ Push momentarily to toggle the timer function • See p. 116 for appropriate microphones.
ON and OFF. (p. 93) • See p. 18 for microphone connector information.
•The [TIMER] indicator in this switch lights while
the timer function is ON. y AF CONTROL [AF] (inner control)
➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn power OFF. Varies the audio output level from the speaker.
AF RF/SQL
w TRANSMIT SWITCH [TRANSMIT]
Selects transmitting or receiving. Decreases Increases
• The [TX] indicator lights red while transmitting and the
[RX] indicator lights green when the squelch is open.
No audio output Max. audio output
e HEADPHONE JACK [PHONES]
Accepts headphones. u MIC GAIN CONTROL [MIC GAIN]
• Output power: 5 mW with an 8 Ω load. Adjusts microphone input gain.
• When headphones are connected, the internal speaker • The transmit audio tone in SSB mode can be adjusted in
or connected external speaker does not function. set mode. (p. 95)

r ELECTRONIC KEYER JACK [ELEC-KEY] ✔ How to set the microphone gain.


Set the [MIC] control so that the ALC meter sometimes
Accepts a paddle to activate the internal electronic
swings during normal voice level transmission in SSB mode.
keyer for CW operation. (p. 38)
• Selection between the internal electronic keyer, bug-key Increases Recommended level for
and straight key operation can be made in keyer set an Icom microphone
mode. (p. 43)
• A straight key jack is separately available on the rear
panel. See [KEY] on p. 11. Decreases MIC GAIN
MIC GAIN
• Keyer polarity (dot and dash) can be reversed in keyer
set mode. (p. 43)
• 4-channel memory keyer is available for your conve-
nience. (p. 40)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

i RF GAIN CONTROL/SQUELCH CONTROL o RF POWER CONTROL [RF POWER]


[RF/SQL] (outer control) Continuously varies the RF output power from min- 1
Adjusts the RF gain and squelch threshold level. imum (5 W*) to maximum (100 W*).
The squelch removes noise output from the * AM mode: 5 W to 40 W
speaker (closed condition) when no signal is re- Increases
ceived. max. 100 W
• The squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also (40 W for AM)
available for other modes. Decreases
• 12 to 1 o’clock position is recommended for any setting min. 5 W RF POWER

of the [RF/SQL] control.


• The control can be set as ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in SSB, !0 S/RF METER (p. 31)
CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and FM) or Shows the signal strength while receiving. Shows
squelch control (RF gain is fixed at maximum) in set the relative output power, SWR, ALC or compres-
mode as follows. (p. 99) sion levels while transmitting.
SET MODE SETTING
MODE
AUTO SQL RF GAIN + SQL !1 MONITOR SWITCH [MONITOR] (p. 70)
SSB, CW Monitors your transmitted IF signal.
RTTY RF GAIN SQL RF GAIN + SQL
• The CW side tone functions regardless of the [MONI-
AM, FM SQL SQL RF GAIN + SQL TOR] switch setting in CW mode.
• The [MONITOR] indicator in this switch lights green
• When setting as RF gain/squelch control when the function is activated.
Noise squelch (FM mode)
!2 ANTENNA TUNER SWITCH [TUNER] (p. 89)
Squelch is
Recommended level ➥ Turns the internal antenna tuner ON and OFF
open. (bypass) when pushed momentarily.
Maximum ➥ Tunes the antenna manually when pushed for 1
RF gain
sec.
RF gain • The [TUNER] indicator in this switch lights red when
adjustable S-meter the function is activated or blinks during manual tun-
range squelch ing.
• When the tuner cannot tune the antenna, the tuning
circuit is bypassed automatically after 20 sec.
• When functioning as RF gain control
(Squelch is fixed open; SSB, CW, RTTY only)

Maximum
RF gain
Adjustable
range

Minimum RF gain

• When functioning as squelch control


(RF gain is fixed at maximum.)
Noise squelch (FM mode)
Noise squelch
threshold
S-meter squelch
(FM mode)
threshold

Squelch is S-meter
open. squelch

Shallow Deep

While rotating the RF gain control, noise may be


heard. This comes from the DSP unit and does not
indicate an equipment malfunction.

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1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (continued)


@0 !9 !8 !7 !6

TIMER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER

POWER

TRANSMIT

PHONES
TUNER MONITOR NB NR

ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL BAL NR

MIC

F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5

SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER EXIT/SET


MIC GAIN RF POWER COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

!3 !4 !5

!3 COMPRESSION LEVEL CONTROL [COMP] ANT ➥ Selects the antenna connector between
1
(p. 68) ANT1 and ANT2 when pushed. (p. 88)
Adjusts the speech compression level in SSB. ➥ Turns the [RX ANT] (receive antenna) ON
and OFF when pushed for 1 sec.
Compression
• When the receive antenna is activated, the
level increases
Compression antenna which is connected to the [ANT1] or
level decreases [ANT2] is used for transmission only.
COMP
When a transverter is in use, this [ANT]
!4 SEMI BREAK-IN DELAY CONTROL does not function and ‘XVERT’ appears.
[BK-IN DELAY]
➥ Selects RF power (Po), SWR, ALC or
Adjusts the transmit-to-receive switching delay time METER
Po
COMP metering during transmit. (p. 31)
for CW semi break-in operation.
➥ Switches the multi-function digital meter
Long delay for
slow speed keying
ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec.
Short delay for (13 dot)
high speed keying P.AMP
➥ Selects one of 2 receive RF preamps or
(2 dot) BK-IN DELAY
OFF
bypasses them. (p. 57)
• “P. AMP1” activates 10 dB preamp.
• “P. AMP2” activates 16 dB high-gain preamp.
!5 ELECTRONIC CW KEYER SPEED CONTROL
[KEY SPEED] (p. 35) ✔ What is the preamp?
Adjusts the internal electronic CW keyer’s speed. The preamp amplifies received signals in the front end cir-
• 6 wpm (min.) to 60 wpm (max.) can be set. cuit to improve the S/N ratio and increase the sensitivity. Se-
lect “P. AMP1” or “P. AMP2” when receiving weak signals.
Fast

ATT
➥ Selects 6 dB, 12 dB or 18 dB attenuator,
Slow
KEY SPEED OFF
or bypasses them. (p. 57)

!6 MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCHES ✔ What is the attenuator?


The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distorting
Push to select the functions indicated in the LCD
when very strong signals are near the desired frequency, or
display to the right of these switches. when very strong electric fields, such as from a broadcast-
• Functions vary depending on the operating condition. ing station, are near your location.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

➥ Activates or selects fast, middle or slow ➥ Turns the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF in
AGC
MID AGC time constant when pushed. (p. 59)
1/4
OFF SSB data, CW and RTTY modes. (p. 27) 1
• “FAST” is only available for FM mode. • 1⁄4 function sets dial rotation to 1⁄4 of normal
➥ Enters the AGC set mode when pushed for fine tuning.
for 1 sec. (p. 59)
TONE
➥ Switches the tone encoder, tone squelch
AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to OFF function and no tone operation when
8.0 sec. (depends on mode), or turned OFF. While pushed in FM mode. (pgs. 52, 53)
“OFF” is selected, the S-meter does not function. ➥ Enters the tone set mode when pushed
for 1 sec. in FM mode. (pgs. 52, 53)
✔ What is the AGC?
The AGC function controls receiver gain to produce a con- !7 NOISE REDUCTION LEVEL CONTROL [NR]
stant audio output level, even when the received signal
(outer control; p. 65)
strength is varied by fading, etc. Select “FAST” for tuning and
Adjusts the noise reduction level when the noise re-
select “MID” or “SLOW” depending on the receiving condi-
tion. duction is in use. Set for maximum readability.
• To activate this control, turn the noise reduction ON in
advance (!8).
VOX
➥ Turns the VOX function ON and OFF
OFF when pushed in a phone mode (SSB, AM BAL NR

or FM mode). (p. 66) Decreases Increases


➥ Enters the VOX set mode when pushed
for 1 sec. in a phone mode. (p. 66)
OFF
✔ What is the VOX function?
The VOX function (voice operated transmission) starts trans- !8 NOISE REDUCTION SWITCH [NR] (p. 65)
mission without pushing the transmit switch or PTT switch Push to switch the noise reduction ON and OFF.
when you speak into the microphone; then, automatically re- • The [NR] indicator in this switch lights green when the
turns to receive when you stop speaking. function is activated.
NR NR

BK-IN
➥ Selects semi break-in, full break-in oper- Noise reduction OFF Noise reduction ON
OFF
ation, or turns the break-in operation
OFF when pushed in CW mode. (p. 67) !9 NOISE BLANKER SWITCH [NB] (p. 64)
➥ Switches the noise blanker ON and OFF when
✔ What is the break-in function?
pushed. The noise blanker reduces pulse-type
The break-in function switches transmit and receive with CW
keying. Full break-in function (QSK) can monitor the receive noise such as that generated by automobile igni-
signal during keying. tion systems. This function cannot be used for
FM mode, or non-pulse-type noise.
RTTY ➥ Turns the RTTY filter ON and OFF in • The [NB] indicator in this switch lights green when the
FIL
RTTY mode. (p. 45) function is activated.
OFF
NB NB
• When the RTTY filter is turned ON, [TWIN Noise blanker OFF Noise blanker ON
PBT] functions as the IF shift control.
➥ Enters the RTTY filter set mode when ➥ Enters the noise blanker level set mode when
pushed for 1 sec. in RTTY mode. (p. 45) pushed for 1 sec.
✔ What is the IF shift? @0 BALANCE CONTROL [BAL] (inner control; p. 63)
The IF shift function electronically changes the center of the Adjusts the audio output balance between main and
IF (Intermediate Frequency) passband frequency to reject in- sub readout frequencies while in dualwatch.
terference. Only the inner control of [TWIN PBT] can be
BAL NR
used for the IF shift control.
Increases main Increases sub
readout gain readout gain
COMP ➥ Turns the speech compressor ON and
OFF
WIDE OFF in SSB mode. (p. 68)
➥ Switches the narrow, middle or wide
transmit filter when pushed for 1 sec.

✔ What is the speech compressor?


The speech compressor compresses the transmitter audio
input to increase the average audio output level. Therefore,
talk power is increased. This function is effective for long dis-
tance communication or when propagation conditions are
poor.

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1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (continued)


#6

EIVER TWIN PBT

SPLIT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3 Y

DUAL 10 4 14 5 18 6 Z
WATCH

#5
21 7 24 8 28 9 MW
CHANGE
PBT CLR NOTCH

#4
F-INP
VFO/
GENE • 50 0 ENT M-CL
MEMO
M.SCOPE NOTCH CW PITCH
MP-W MP-R TS

#3
MAIN/
NB NR SUB

#2
RX XFC

TX LOCK
BAL NR

RIT TX CLEAR
#1
#0
RIT/ TX
@9

F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5


REC/PLAY LOCK/SPEECH

SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER EXIT/SET


COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

@1 @2 @3 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8

@1 LCD FUNCTION SWITCHES [F-1]–[F-5] @5 REC/PLAY SWITCH [REC/PLAY] (p. 73)


Push to select the function indicated in the LCD dis- ➥ Push momentarily to playback the recorded con-
play above these switches. tents in the channel R4 of the voice memory.
• Functions vary depending on the operating condition. ➥ Push for 1 sec. to record the receiving signal con-
tents into the channel R4 (max. 15 sec.) of the
@2 MODE SWITCHES voice memory.
Selects the desired mode. (p. 29)
• Announces the selected mode when an optional UT-102 @6 TUNING DIAL (p. 25)
is installed. (pgs. 102, 105) Changes the displayed frequency, selects set mode
SSB ➥ Selects USB and LSB mode alternately. settings, etc.
➥ Selects SSB data mode (USB-D, LSB-D) @7 LOCK/SPEECH SWITCH [LOCK/SPEECH]
when pushed for 1 sec. in SSB mode. ➥ Push momentarily to toggle the dial lock function
CW/RTTY ➥ Selects CW and RTTY mode alternately. ON and OFF. (p. 65)
➥ Switches CW and CW-R (CW reverse) ➥ Push for 1 sec. to announce the S-meter indica-
mode when pushed for 1 sec. in CW tion and the selected readout frequency when an
mode. optional UT-102 is installed. (p. 105)
➥ Switches RTTY and RTTY-R (RTTY re-
@8 RIT/∂∂TX CONTROL [RIT/∂ ∂TX] (pgs. 58, 69)
verse) mode when pushed for 1 sec. in
Shifts the receive and/or transmit frequency without
RTTY mode.
changing the transmit and/or receive frequency
AM/FM ➥ Selects AM and FM mode alternately. while the RIT and/or ∂TX functions are ON.
➥ Selects AM/FM data mode (AM-D, FM-D) • Rotate the control clockwise to increase the frequency,
when pushed for 1 sec. in AM or FM or rotate the control counterclockwise to decrease the
mode. frequency.
• The shift frequency range is ±9.999 kHz in 1 Hz steps
@3 FILTER SWITCH [FILTER] (p. 61) (or ±9.99 kHz in 10 Hz steps).
➥ Push to select one of 3 IF filter settings. RIT/∂TX
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the filter set mode.
Low shift High shift
@4 EXIT/SET SWITCH [EXIT/SET]
➥ Push to exit from a set mode, etc.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the set mode screen.
(p. 94)

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PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

@9 ∂TX SWITCH [∂∂TX] (p. 69) #4 NOTCH SWITCH [NOTCH] (p. 64)
➥ Turns the ∂TX function ON and OFF when ➥ Switches the notch function between auto, man- 1
pushed. ual and OFF in SSB and AM modes.
• Use the [RIT/∂
∂TX] control to vary the ∂TX frequency. ➥ Turns the manual notch function ON and OFF
➥ Adds the ∂TX shift frequency to the operating when pushed in CW mode.
frequency when pushed for 1 sec. ➥ Turns the auto notch function ON and OFF when
✔ What is the ∂TX function? pushed in FM mode.
• “AN” appears on the display when auto notch is in
The ∂TX shifts the transmit frequency without shifting the re-
use.
ceive frequency. This is useful for simple split frequency op-
• “MN” appears on the display when manual notch is in
eration in CW, etc.
use.
#0 CLEAR SWITCH [CLEAR] (pgs. 58, 69) • The [NOTCH] indicator in this switch lights green
Clears the RIT/∂TX shift frequency when pushed when the function is activated.
NOTCH NOTCH
for 1 sec. (default). Notch OFF Notch ON
• The response time (for 1 sec. or momentarily) can be
selected on the quick RIT/∂TX clear setting (p. 103). ✔ What is the notch function?
The notch function eliminates unwanted CW or AM carrier
#1 RIT SWITCH [RIT] (p. 58) tones while preserving the desired signal’s audio response.
➥ Turns the RIT function ON and OFF when The filtering frequency is adjusted to effectively eliminate un-
pushed. wanted tones via the DSP circuit.
• Use the [RIT/∂
∂TX] control to vary the RIT frequency.
➥ Adds the RIT shift frequency to the operating fre- #5 PBT CLEAR SWITCH [PBT CLR] (p. 60)
quency when pushed for 1 sec. Clears the PBT settings when pushed for 1 sec.
• The [PBT CLR] indicator in this switch lights green when
✔ What is the RIT function? PBT is in use.
The RIT (Receiver Incremental Tuning) shifts the receive fre-
quency without shifting the transmit frequency. #6 PASSBAND TUNING CONTROLS [TWIN PBT]
This is useful for fine tuning stations calling you on an off-fre- Adjust the receiver’s “passband width” of the DSP
quency or when you prefer to listen to slightly different- filter. (p. 60)
sounding voice characteristics, etc. • Passband width and shift frequency are displayed in the
LCD.
#2 MANUAL NOTCH FILTER CONTROL [NOTCH] • Push [PBT CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the settings when
(inner control; p. 64) not in use.
Varies the peak frequency of the manual notch fil- • Variable range is set to half of the IF filter passband
ter to pick out a receive signal from interference width. 25 Hz steps and 50 Hz steps are available.
while the manual notch function is ON. • These controls function as an IF shift control while in AM
• Notch filter center frequency: mode and when the RTTY filter is turned ON. Only the
SSB : 0 Hz to 5100 Hz inner control may function in this case.
CW : CW pitch freq.–900 Hz to CW pitch freq. ✔ What is the PBT control?
+4200 Hz General PBT function electronically narrows the IF passband
AM : –5100 Hz to 5100 Hz width to reject interference. This transceiver uses the DSP
NOTCH CW PITCH
circuit for the PBT function.
Lower frequency Higher frequency
TWIN PBT

PBT1

PBT2
#3 CW PITCH CONTROL [CW PITCH]
(outer control; p. 37)
Shifts the received CW audio pitch and monitored
CW audio pitch without changing the operating fre- TWIN PBT TWIN PBT TWIN PBT
quency.
NOTCH CW PITCH – +
Lower frequency Higher frequency

Approx. 300 Hz Approx. 900 Hz

Low cut Center High cut

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1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (continued)

%3 %2 %1 %0 $9 $8 $7 $6 $5

CEIVER TWIN PBT

SPLIT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3 Y

DUAL 10 4 14 5 18 6 Z
$4
WATCH

CHANGE
21 7 24 8 28 9 MW $3
PBT CLR NOTCH

VFO/
MEMO
GENE 50 0 F-INP
ENT M-CL
$2
$1
M.SCOPE NOTCH CW PITCH
MP-W MP-R TS
MAIN/
NB NR SUB

RX XFC $0
TX LOCK
BAL NR

RIT TX CLEAR

RIT/ TX

F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5


REC/PLAY LOCK/SPEECH

SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER EXIT/SET


COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

#7 #8 #9

#7 RECEIVE INDICATOR [RX] ➥ When the quick tuning step is OFF, push for 1
Lights green while receiving a signal and when the sec. to turn the 1 Hz tuning step ON and OFF.
squelch is open. • 1 Hz indications appear in both readouts and the fre-
quency can be changed in 1 Hz steps.
#8 TRANSMIT INDICATOR [TX] ➥ When the quick tuning step is ON, push for 1 sec.
Lights red while transmitting. to enter the quick tuning step set mode.
#9 LOCK INDICATOR [LOCK] (p. 65) $2 MEMORY CLEAR SWITCH [M-CL] (p. 81)
Lights red when the dial lock function is activated. Clears the selected readout memory channel con-
tents when pushed for 1 sec. in memory mode.
$0 TRANSMIT FREQUENCY CHECK SWITCH • The channel becomes a blank channel.
[XFC] • This switch does not function in VFO mode.
Monitors the transmit frequency when pushed and
held during the split frequency operation. $3 MEMORY WRITE SWITCH [MW] (p. 79)
• While pushing this switch, the transmit frequency can be Stores the selected readout frequency and operat-
changed with the tuning dial, keypad, memo pad or the ing mode into the displayed memory channel when
Y]/[Z
[Y Z] switches. pushed for 1 sec.
• When the split lock function is turned ON, pushing [XFC] • This function is available both in VFO and memory
cancels the dial lock function. (p. 100) modes.
$1 QUICK TUNING SWITCH [TS] (p. 26) $4 MEMORY UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y Y]/[Z
Z] (p. 77)
➥ Turns the quick tuning step ON and OFF. ➥ Push to select the memory channel number for
• While the quick tuning indicator, “Z,” is displayed the selected readout.
above the frequency indication, the frequency can be • Memory channels can be selected both in VFO and
changed in programmed kHz steps. memory modes.
• 0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 and 25 kHz quick tuning
➥ Select the desired memory channel directly after
steps are available for each operating mode indepen-
dently.
pushing [(F-INP)ENT] and a memory channel
number.
Quick tuning indicator
$5 MEMO PAD-READ SWITCH [MP-R] (p. 82)
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
ANT
1
VFO USB
12:00 Each pushing calls up a frequency and operating
TX FIL2
mode in a memo pad. The 5 (or 10) most recently
METER
qr.qpp.pp
Po
1 21.076.50 CW programmed frequencies and operating modes can
be recalled, starting from the most recent.
• The memo pad capacity can be expanded from 5 to 10
in set mode for your convenience. (p. 102)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

$6 KEYPAD %1 VFO/MEMORY SWITCH [VFO/MEMO]


➥ Pushing a key selects the operating band. ➥ Switches the selected readout operating mode 1
• [(GENE)•] selects the general coverage band. between the VFO mode and memory mode when
➥ Pushing the same key 2 or 3 times calls up other pushed. (pgs. 23, 77)
stacked frequencies in the band. (p. 24) ➥ Transfers the memory contents to VFO when
• Icom’s triple band stacking register memorizes 3 fre- pushed for 1 sec. (p. 80)
quencies in each band.
➥ After pushing [(F-INP)ENT], enters a keyed fre- %2 MAIN/SUB•M.SCOPE SWITCH
quency or memory channel. Pushing [(F- [MAIN/SUB•M.SCOPE]
INP)ENT] or [Y Y]/[Z
Z] is necessary at the end. ➥ Push momentarily to select access to the main or
(pgs. 25, 77) sub readout. (p. 23)
• e.g. to enter 14.195 MHz, push [(F-INP)ENT] [1] [4] • The sub readout frequency is displayed in outline or
[•] [1] [9] [5] [(F-INP)ENT]. mesh font. The sub readout functions only during split
operation or dualwatch.
$7 MEMO PAD-WRITE SWITCH [MP-W] (p. 82) ➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn the mini spectrum scope
Programs the selected readout frequency and op- screen indication ON and OFF. (p. 55)
erating mode into a memo pad. • The mini spectrum scope screen can be indicated
• The 5 most recent entries remain in memo pads. with another screen, such as memory, set mode
• The transmit frequency is programmed when pushed to- screen, simultaneously.
gether with [XFC].
• The memo pad capacity can be expanded from 5 to 10 %3 LCD FUNCTION DISPLAY (See p. 9 for details.)
in set mode for your convenience. (p. 102) Shows the operating frequency, function switch
menus, spectrum scope screen, memory channel
$8 SPLIT SWITCH [SPLIT] (p. 71) screen, set mode settings, etc.
➥ Turns the split function ON and OFF when
pushed.
➥ Turns the split function ON, equalizes the sub
readout frequency to the main readout and sets
the sub readout for frequency input when pushed
for 1 sec. in non-FM modes. (Quick split function)
• The offset frequency is shifted from the main readout
frequency in FM mode. (pgs. 52, 100)
• The quick split function can be turned OFF using set
mode. (p. 100)
➥ Turns the split function ON and shifts the sub
readout frequency after input an offset (±4 MHz
in 1 kHz steps).

$9 DUALWATCH SWITCH [DUALWATCH] (p. 63)


➥ Turns the dualwatch function ON and OFF when
pushed.
➥ Turns the dualwatch function ON and equalizes
the sub readout frequency to the main readout
when pushed for 1 sec. (Quick dualwatch function)
• The quick dualwatch function can be turned OFF
using set mode. (p. 98)

%0 MAIN/SUB CHANGE SWITCH [CHANGE]


➥ Switches the frequency and selected memory
channel between main and sub readouts when
pushed.
• Switches between transmit frequency and receive fre-
quency when the split frequency function is ON.
(p. 71)
➥ Equalizes the sub readout frequency to the main
readout frequency when pushed for 1 sec.

8
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ LCD display
!6 !5 !4 !3 !2 !1 !0 o

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 23:00
q TX VFO USB FIL2
w METER
Po
qr.qqy.pp i
1ß 21.085.00 CW u
e P.AMP
w 1 56ß USB FIL2
ATT qr.qpp.pp i
OFF
VFO 21.085.00 CW u
-12.5k SPECTRUM SCOPE +12.5k
AGC
MID Grid
r 10k
10dB
VOX
OFF
ATT
10dB
y
SUB
COMP MARKER
OFF
WIDE HOLD

SPAN ATT MARKER HOLD SET

q TX INDICATOR i FREQUENCY READOUTS (p. 25)


Indicates the frequency readout for transmission. Show the operating frequency.
• Outline characters are used for non-accessing readout.
w VFO/MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR
(pgs. 23, 77) o CLOCK READOUT (p. 92)
Indicates the VFO mode or selected memory chan- Shows the current time.
nel number. • Dualtime indication is available.

e SELECT MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 86) !0 RTTY TUNING INDICATOR (p. 47)
Indicates the displayed memory channel is set as a Shows the tuning level in RTTY mode.
select memory channel.
!1 QUICK TUNING INDICATOR (p. 26)
r MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH GUIDE Appears when the quick tuning step function is in
Indicates the function of the multi-function switches. use.

t LCD FUNCTION SWITCH GUIDE !2 PASSBAND WIDTH INDICATOR (pgs. 60, 61)
Indicates the function of the LCD function switches Graphically displays the passband width for twin
([F-1] – [F-5]). PBT operation and center frequency for IF shift op-
eration.
y MULTI-FUNCTION SCREEN (p. 10)
Shows the screens for the multi-function digital !3 IF FILTER INDICATOR (p. 61)
meter, spectrum scope, voice recorder, memory Shows the selected IF filter number.
channel, scan, memory keyer, RTTY decoder, IF fil-
!4 SHIFT FREQUENCY INDICATOR (p. 60)
ter selection or set modes, etc.
Shows the shift frequency of the IF filter.
u MEMORY CHANNEL READOUTS (p. 77)
!5 MODE INDICATOR (p. 29)
➥ Show the selected memory channel contents in
Shows the selected mode.
VFO mode.
➥ Show the VFO contents in memory mode. !6 BAND WIDTH INDICATOR (p. 61)
Shows the passband width of the IF filter.

9
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

■ Screen menu arrangement 1


The following screens can be selected from the start Pushing [EXIT/SET] several times returns to the start
up screen. Choose the desired screen using the fol- up screen. See p. 94 for set mode arrangement.
lowing chart.
• Start up screen
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1
12:00
T X VFO CW FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qpp.pp
1 --. ---. -- CW
P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2

ATT qr.qpp.pp
0FF
1 --. ---. -- CW

AGC • Spectrum scope screen (p. 55)


MID
-12. 5k SPECTRUM SCOPE +12. 5k
AGC
BK-IN MID Grid
OFF 2.5k
10dB
BK-IN
1/4 OFF
OFF

SCOPE VOICE KEYER MEMORY SCAN 1/4


OFF

F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5 SPAN ATT MARKER HOLD SET

F-1

• Voice recorder screen (p. 73) • Memory channel screen (p. 78)
VOICE RECORDER MEMORY
AGC AGC
MID T1 --- MID 99 --.---.-- -
------
----- - - -
T2 --- P 1 00.500.00 USB FL2 SCAN EDGE
BK-IN BK-IN P 2 29.999.99 USB FL2 SCAN EDGE
T3 ---
OFF OFF 1 --.---.-- -
------
----- - - -
T4 --- 2 --.---.-- -
------
----- - - -
1/4 1/4 3 --.---.-- -
------
----- - - -
OFF TX M E M O R Y OFF 4 --.---.-- -
------
----- - - -

T1 T2 T3 T4 T/R ROLL SET SELECT NAME WIDE

F-2 F-4

• Memory keyer screen (CW mode: p. 40) • Programmed scan screen (VFO mode: p. 84)
MEMORY KEYER SCAN
AGC AGC
MID CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM MID
M1
TEST
UR 5NN001 BK
BK-IN M2 BK-IN
OFF OFF ∂F Span : ± 10kHz
CFM TU
M3
Programmed P1: 0.500.00MHz
1/4 QRZ? 1/4
M4 scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
OFF OFF

M1 M2 M3 M4 -1 PROG ∂F FINE ∂ F SPAN SET

F-3 F-5

• RTTY decoder screen (RTTY mode: p. 46) • Memory scan screen (Memory mode: p. 85)
RTTY DECODE SCAN
AGC AGC
MID * * * * RTTY
R T T Y Decode
D e c o d e Monitor
M o n i t o r ****
**** MID
4 5 b p s BAUDOT
BAUDOT Mark=2125,Shift=170
Mark=2125,Shift=170
RTTY U n S h i f t OnO n Space
S p a c e support
s u p p o r t (SET-OTHERS)
(SET-OTHERS)
N e w Line
L i n e Code
C o d e selectable
s e l e c t a b l e (SET-OTHERS)
(SET-OTHERS) BK-IN
FIL
OFF
ON I f RTTY-FIL
R T T Y - F I L is
i s OFF,
O F F , Please
P l e a s e turn
t u r n ON.
ON. ∂F Span : ± 10kHz

1/4 1/4 Programmed P1: 0.500.00MHz


OFF OFF scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
THRESHOLD 9

<
<MENU1>
MENU1> H
HLD/CLR
LD/CLR T
TXX M
MEM
EM ADJ WIDE MEMO ∂F SELECT ∂ F SPAN SET

F-3 F-5

10
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Rear panel
!4 !3 !2 !1

qw e r t y u i o !0

q TRANSVERTER JACK [XVERT] (p. 18) u CI-V REMOTE CONTROL JACK [REMOTE]
External transverter input/output jack. Activated by (p. 110)
voltage applied to [ACC(2)] pin 6. ➥ Connects a PC via the optional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL
CONVERTER for external control of the transceiver
w RECEIVE ANTENNA CONNECTOR [RX ANT] functions.
(p. 15) ➥ Used for transceive operation with another Icom
Connects a 50 Ω general coverage antenna with an CI-V transceiver or receiver.
RCA connector.
i EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK [EXT SP]
e TUNER CONTROL SOCKET [TUNER] (p. 15) (pgs. 15, 116)
Accepts the control cable from an optional AH-4 Accepts an 4–8 Ω speaker.
HF/50 MHz AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER or AH-3 HF
AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER. o ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] (p. 17)
Connects to the ALC output jack of a non-Icom lin-
r ACCESSORY SOCKET 1 [ACC(1)] ear amplifier.
t ACCESSORY SOCKET 2 [ACC(2)]
Enable connection of external equipment such as a !0 SEND CONTROL JACK [SEND] (p. 17)
linear amplifier, an automatic antenna selector/ Goes to ground while transmitting to control exter-
tuner, TNC for data communications, etc. nal equipment such as a linear amplifier.
• See p. 20 for socket information. • Max. control level: 16 V DC/0.5 A

y STRAIGHT KEY JACK [KEY] (p. 14) !1 DC POWER SOCKET [DC 13.8V] (p. 16)
Accepts a straight key or external electronic keyer Accepts 13.8 V DC through the supplied DC power
with 1⁄4 inch standard plug. cable (OPC-025D).
• [ELEC-KEY] on the front panel can be used for a
straight key or external electronic keyer. Deactivate the
internal electronic keyer in keyer set mode. (p. 43)
(+)
Rear panel view

(_)

If you use an external electronic keyer, make


sure the voltage retained by the keyer is less
than 0.4 V when the key is ON.

11
PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

!2 ANTENNA CONNECTOR 1 [ANT1] !4 GROUND TERMINAL [GND] (pgs. 13, 14)


!3 ANTENNA CONNECTOR 2 [ANT2] (pgs. 13, 14) Connect this terminal to a ground to prevent electri- 1
Accept a 50 Ω antenna with a PL-259 connector. cal shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems.

When using an optional AH-4 HF/50 MHz AUTO-


MATIC ANTENNA TUNER or AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC AN-
TENNA TUNER, connect it to the [ANT1] connector.
The internal antenna tuner activates for [ANT2] and
deactivates for [ANT1] when connecting the AH-4
or AH-3.

■ Microphone (HM-36)

q q UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP]/[DN]


Change the selected readout frequency or memory
channel.
• Continuous pushing changes the frequency or memory
w channel number continuously.
• While pushing [XFC], the transmit readout frequency
can be controlled while in spilt frequency operation.
• The [UP]/[DN] switch can simulate a key paddle. Preset
in the keyer set mode. (p. 43)

w PTT SWITCH
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.

• HM-36 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

MICROPHONE MICROPHONE CABLE MICROPHONE PLUG

+ 2k
10µ 4700p
+

MIC 0.33µ
4700p
ELEMENT

q u
w i y
DOWN UP e t
r

PTT RECEIVE 470


TRANSMIT

12
2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Unpacking ■ Antenna connection


After unpacking, immediately report any damage to the For radio communications, the antenna is of critical im-
delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping cartons. portance, along with output power and sensitivity. Se-
lect antenna(s), such as a well-matched 50 Ω antenna,
For a description and a diagram of accessory equip- and feedline. 1.5:1 or better of Voltage Standing Wave
ment included with the IC-756PROIII, see ‘Supplied Ratio (VSWR) is recommended for your desired band.
accessories’ on p. i of this manual. Of course, the transmission line should be a coaxial
cable.

■ Selecting a location When using 1 antenna, use the [ANT1] connector.

Select a location for the transceiver that allows ade-


CAUTION: Protect your transceiver from lightning
by using a lightning arrestor.
quate air circulation, free from extreme heat, cold, or
vibrations, and away from TV sets, TV antenna ele-
ments, radios and other electromagnetic sources.
PL-259 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION EXAMPLE
The base of the transceiver has an adjustable stand
for desktop use. Set the stand to one of two angles de- q 30 mm Slide the coupling ring
pending on your operating conditions.
down. Strip the cable
jacket and soft solder.
Coupling ring 10 mm (soft solder)

w 10 mm Soft Strip the cable as


solder shown at left. Soft
solder the center con-
1–2 mm ductor.
solder solder
e Slide the connector
body on and solder it.

r Screw the coupling


■ Grounding ring onto
connector body.
the

To prevent electrical shock, television interference


(TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) and other prob- 30 mm ≈ 9⁄8 in 10 mm ≈ 3⁄8 in 1–2 mm ≈ 1⁄16 in
lems, ground the transceiver through the GROUND
terminal on the rear panel.

For best results, connect a heavy gauge wire or strap


Antenna SWR
Each antenna is tuned for a specified frequency
to a long earth-sunk copper rod. Make the distance be-
range and SWR may be increased out-of-range.
tween the [GND] terminal and ground as short as pos-
When the SWR is higher than approx. 2.0:1, the
sible.
transceiver’s power drops to protect the final transis-
R WARNING: NEVER connect the [GND] tor. In this case, an antenna tuner is useful to match
terminal to a gas or electric pipe, since the connec- the transceiver and antenna. Low SWR allows full
tion could cause an explosion or electric shock. power for transmitting even when using the antenna
tuner. The IC-756PROIII has an SWR meter to mon-
itor the antenna SWR continuously.

13
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2

■ Required connections
• Front panel
2
CW KEY TIMER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TWIN PBT

SPLIT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3


POWER 5 9 + 20
+ 40
1 + 60dB
10 25 50
100
S 0 DUAL 10 4 14 5 18 6
Po 2 3 WATCH
TRANSMIT 1 1.5 10 20
SWR 0
COMP dB
ALC 21 7 24 8 28 9 MW
CHANGE
PBT CLR NOTCH
F-INP
VFO/
GENE 50 0 ENT M-CL
MEMO
M.SCOPE NOTCH CW PITCH
MP-W MP-R TS
PHONES MAIN/
TUNER MONITOR NB NR SUB

RX XFC

TX LOCK
ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL BAL NR

RIT TX CLEAR

MIC RIT/ TX

F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5


REC/PLAY LOCK/SPEECH

SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER EXIT/SET


MIC GAIN RF POWER COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

A straight key can be used


when the internal electronic MICROPHONES (p. 116)
keyer is turned OFF in keyer
set mode. (p. 43)

HM-36 SM-20

• Rear panel
ANTENNA 1, 2 (p. 13) DC POWER SUPPLY (p.16)
[Example]: ANT1 for 1.8–18 MHz bands
ANT2 for 21–50 MHz bands

PS-125

GROUND (p. 13)

Use the heaviest gauge wire


or strap available and make
the connection as short as
possible.
STRAIGHT KEY
Grounding prevents electrical
shocks, TVI and other
problems.

14
2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Advanced connections
• Front panel
TIMER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TWIN PBT

1 2 3
HEADPHONES POWER

S
1

0
5

10
9

25 50
+ 20
+ 40

100
+ 60dB
SPLIT

DUAL
1.8

10 4
3.5

14 5
7

18 6
Po 2 3 WATCH
TRANSMIT 1 1.5 10 20
SWR 0
COMP dB
ALC 21 7 24 8 28 9 MW
CHANGE
PBT CLR NOTCH
F-INP
VFO/
GENE 50 0 ENT M-CL
MEMO
M.SCOPE NOTCH CW PITCH
MP-W MP-R TS
PHONES MAIN/
TUNER MONITOR NB NR SUB

RX XFC

TX LOCK
ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL BAL NR

RIT TX CLEAR

MIC RIT/ TX

F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5


REC/PLAY LOCK/SPEECH

SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER EXIT/SET


MIC GAIN RF POWER COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

MIC
The AFSK modulation signal
can be input from [MIC]. (p. 19)

• Rear panel
ANTENNA 1, 2 (pgs. 17, 18) [REMOTE] (p. 110)
Connects a linear amplifier, Used for computer control and transceive operation.
antenna selector, etc.

RX ANTENNA

TRANSVERTER
(p. 18)
Connects a transverter
for V/UHF band use.

ACC SOCKETS (pgs. 19, 20) [SEND], [ALC]


(p. 17)
AH-4/AH-3 Used for connecting a
(p. 18) EXTERNAL SPEAKER (p. 116) non-Icom linear ampli-
fier.

When using the AH-4/AH-3,


it must be connected to the SP-23
AH-2b [ANT1] connector.

15
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2

■ Power supply connections CAUTION: Before connecting the DC power


cable, check the following important items. Make
Use the optional PS-125 DC power supply with a 25 A
sure:
capacity when operating the transceiver with AC
• The [POWER] switch is OFF. 2
power. Refer to the diagrams below.
• Output voltage of the power source is 12–15 V
when you use a non-Icom power supply.
• DC power cable polarity is correct.
Red : positive + terminal
Black : negative _ terminal

CONNECTING PS-125 DC POWER SUPPLY

PS-125 Transceiver

DC power
Connect to an AC outlet socket
using the supplied AC cable.

DC power cable

CONNECTING A DC POWER SUPPLY


Transceiver
AC outlet
A DC power supply

13.8 V; at least 23 A to DC power


Black Red socket
_ +

Supplied
DC power cable
AC cable
30 A fuses

CONNECTING A VEHICLE BATTERY


R WARNING NEVER con-
nect to a battery without supplied
DC fuses, otherwise a fire hazard
may occur.
Grommet NOTE: Use terminals for
the cable connections. NEVER connect the transceiver
directly to a 24 V battery.
+ red
_ black IMPORTANT! Detailed installation
notes for Icom mobile transceivers to
be fitted into vehicles are available.
Contact your Icom dealer or distribu-
Crimp tor.
12 V
Solder battery
Supplied
DC power cable

16
2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Linear amplifier connections Use the [ANT1] connector when connecting a linear
amplifier.

CONNECTING THE IC-PW1/EURO

Remote control cable (supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)


To an
antenna ACC-1 ACC cable (supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)

Be sure to connect the cable


REMOTE
to the 7-pin ACC(2) jack.
ANT
Coaxial cable
INPUT1 (supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)

INPUT2 Connect
[INPUT2]
Coaxial cable if necessary
(optional)

EXCITER ANT2 ANT1 ACC(2) REMOTE


1 1&2 GND

GND

IC-PW1/EURO
AC outlet Ground Transceiver
(Non-European versions: 100–120/220–240 V
European version : 230 V)

Turn OFF the transceiver’s antenna tuner while tuning the IC-PW1/EURO’s tuner.

CONNECTING A NON-ICOM LINEAR AMPLIFIER


Transceiver
R WARNING:
Set the transceiver output power and linear amplifier
ALC output level referring to the linear amplifier in-
struction manual.

ANT1 ALC SEND The ALC input level must be in the range 0 V to –4 V,
and the transceiver does not accept positive voltage.
50 Ω coaxial Non-matched ALC and RF power settings could cause
To an cable a fire or ruin the linear amplifier.
antenna
The specifications for the SEND relay are 16 V DC
0.5 A. If this level is exceeded, a large external relay
RF OUTPUT RF INPUT must be used.
ALC

SEND

Non-Icom linear amplifier

17
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2

■ External antenna tuner connection


CONNECTING THE AH-4/AH-3
2
The AH-4 or AH-3 must be connected to [ANT1].
Long wire or optional AH-2b

Coaxial cable (from the AH-4 or AH-3)

ANT1
Control cable

Transceiver AH-4 or AH-3


Ground

■ Transverter jack information


When 2 to 13.8 V is applied to pin 6 of [ACC(2)], the
[XVERT] jack is activated for transverter operation
and the antenna connectors do not receive or trans-
mit any signals. (p. 20)

While receiving, the [XVERT] jack can be activated


as an input terminal from an external transverter.

While transmitting, the [XVERT] jack outputs signals


of the displayed frequency at –20 dBm (22 mV) as Transverter jack
signals for the external transverter.

■ Microphone connector information


(Front panel view) [MIC]
Pin No. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
i Main readout AF output
w +8 V DC output Max. 10 mA
(varies with [AF]/[BAL])
Frequency up Ground
q Microphone input u GND e
Frequency down Ground through 470 Ω
(Microphone ground)
w +8 V DC output y GND (PTT ground) Squelch open “Low” level
r
Squelch closed “High” level
e Frequency up/down t PTT
CAUTION: DO NOT short pin 2 to ground as this
r Main readout squelch switch
can damage the internal 8 V regulator.
NOTE: DC voltage is applied to pin 1 for micro-
phone operation. Take care when using a non-Icom
microphone.

18
2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ FSK and AFSK (SSTV) connections


To connect a terminal unit, TNC or scan converter,
refer to the diagram below.

For RTTY operation:


Narrow filter settings may not pass RTTY signals.
Be sure to select the appropriate IF filter settings
corresponding to the signal width. (p. 61)

FSK (RTTY) connection

Use RTTY mode for


Terminal unit (TU) or
operation
Terminal Node Controller (TNC)

2
4 5 AF input
1 3 Ground (GND)
8
6 7

PTT
SQUELCH input*
RTTY keying
[ACC(1)] socket
(Rear panel view) * Connect the SQUELCH line when required.

AFSK and SSTV connections


Terminal Node Controller (TNC)
or Scan converter
Use SSB or FM mode
for operation AFSK output
Ground (GND)

2
4 5 AF input
1 3 Ground (GND)
8
6 7

PTT
SQUELCH input*
[ACC(1)] socket
(Rear panel view) * Connect the SQUELCH line when required.

AFSK and SSTV connections via microphone connector


Terminal Node Controller (TNC)
Use SSB or FM mode or Scan converter
for operation
AFSK output

AF input

1 7
2 8 6 Ground (GND)
3 5 PTT
4
SQUELCH input*

[MIC] connector * Connect the SQUELCH line when required.


(Front panel view)

When connected to the [MIC] connector, [MIC


GAIN] and [AF] control adjustment is required.

19
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2

■ Accessory connector information


ACC (1) PIN No. NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS
“High” level : More than 2.4 V 2
1 RTTY Controls RTTY keying “Low” level : Less than 0.6 V
Output current : Less than 2 mA
2 GND Connects to ground. Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 2.
Ground level : –0.5 V to 0.8 V
Input/output pin.
Output current : Less than 20 mA
3 SEND Goes to ground when transmitting.
Input current (Tx) : Less than 200 mA
When grounded, transmits.
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 3.
2
4 5 Modulator input. Input impedance : 10 kΩ
4 MOD
1 8 3 Connects to a modulator. Input level : Approx. 100 mV rms
6 7
AF detector output.
Output impedance : 4.7 kΩ
5 AF Fixed, regardless of [AF] position
Output level : 100–300 mV rms
Rear panel view in default settings. (see notes below)
Squelch output. SQL open : Less than 0.3 V/5 mA
6 SQLS
Goes to ground when squelch opens. SQL closed : More than 6.0 V/100 µA
Output current : Max. 1 A
7 13.8 V 13.8 V output when power is ON.
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 7.
Control voltage : –4 V to 0 V
8 ALC ALC voltage input. Input impedance : More than 10 kΩ
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 5.

ACC (2) PIN No. NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS


Output voltage : 8 V ±0.3 V
1 8V Regulated 8 V output.
Output current : Less than 10 mA
2 GND Same as ACC(1) pin 2.
2 3 SEND Same as ACC(1) pin 3.
4 5
1 3 Band voltage output.
4 BAND Output voltage : 0 to 8.0 V
6 7 (Varies with amateur band)
5 ALC Same as ACC (1) pin 8.
Rear panel view
Activates [XVERT] input/output Input impedance : More than 10 kΩ
6 TRV
when “HIGH” voltage is applied. Input voltage : 2 to 13.8 V
7 13.8 V Same as ACC(1) pin 7.

If the CW side tone level limit or beep level limit is in


use, the CW side tone or beep tone decreases from
the fixed level when the [AF] control is rotated
above a specified level, respectively. (p. 96)

20
3 BASIC OPERATION

■ When first applying power (CPU resetting)


Before first applying power, make sure all connections
required for your system are complete by referring to
Section 2. Then, reset the transceiver using the follow- [POWER] [F-INP] [M-CL]
ing procedure.

Resetting CLEARS all programmed contents in


memory channels and returns programmed values
in set mode to default values.

q Make sure the transceiver power is OFF.


w While pushing [M-CL] and [(F-INP)ENT], push
[POWER] to turn power ON.
• The internal CPU is reset.
• A/D convertor calibration of the DSP unit starts and it Under cooler temperatures, the LCD may appear
takes 10 sec. dark and unstable after turning power ON. This is
• The transceiver displays its initial VFO frequencies when normal and does not indicate any equipment mal-
resetting is complete. function.
e Correct the set mode settings after resetting, if de-
sired.

■ Initial settings
After resetting the transceiver, set controls and
switches as shown in the figure below. CW : Max. clockwise
CCW : Max. counterclockwise

[ANT]: 1 [P.AMP]: 1

[METER]: Po [ATT]: OFF [PBT CLR]: OFF

[POWER]: OFF

[TUNER], [MONITOR], [NOTCH]: OFF


[NB], [NR]: OFF

[AF]: Max. CCW

[RF/SQL]: 12 o’clock

[MIC GAIN]: 10–12 o’clock [BAL]: Center [AGC]: MID*1 [LOCK]: OFF
2
[RF POWER]: Max. CW [COMP]* : OFF WIDE; [VOX],*2 [BK-IN],*2 *1 FAST in FM mode.
[1/4],*2 [TONE]*2: OFF [RTTY FIL]*2: OFF *2 Appears in some modes.

Turn power ON, then check the display. If any of the


following indicators appear, turn them OFF as follows:

• Quick tuning step indicator “▼” : Push [TS]. • Dualwatch indicator “ ” : Push
DUAL-W
• 1 Hz frequency readout : Push [TS] for 2 sec. [DUALWATCH].
(while quick tuning • Twin peak filter indicator “ TPF ” : Push [RTTY FIL].
step is OFF) • Auto notch indicator “ A N ” : Push [NOTCH].
• RIT indicator “ RIT ” : Push [RIT]. • Manual notch indicator “ M N ” : Push [NOTCH].
• ∂TX indicator “ ∂TX TX ” : Push [∂∂TX].
• Split indicator “ SPLIT ” : Push [SPLIT].
21
BASIC OPERATION 3

■ VFO description
VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscilla-
tor, and traditionally refers to an oscillator.
MODE
The transceiver’s VFO is somewhat different. The VFO SWITCHES
of the IC-756PROIII acts like a computer’s window and
Select
3
can show one frequency and one operating mode.
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1
12:00
You can call up a desired frequency to the VFO with T X VFO USB FIL2

the keypad, memo pad-read switch (see p. 82) or the METER


Po
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1 21.076.50 CW
memory transfer function (see p. 80). You can also
change the frequency with the tuning dial and select
Change
the operating mode with the mode switches. Transfer
Transfer TUNING DIAL
During dualwatch or split frequency operation, the sub Transfer
VFO is functional (non-outline, non-spotted, larger fre- KEYPAD MEMORY
quency characters). While pushing [XFC] during split (BAND KEY) MEMO PAD CHANNEL
frequency operation, you can change the transmit 21.295 MHz 28.025 MHz 7.001 MHz
readout frequency with the keypad, memo pad-read
switch or the memory transfer function.

• Differences between VFO mode and memory mode


VFO MODE MEMORY MODE (pgs. 77–81)
VFO shows a frequency and operating mode. If the Each memory channel shows a frequency and oper-
frequency or operating mode is changed, the VFO ating mode like a VFO. Even if the frequency or mode
automatically memorizes the new frequency or new is changed, the memory channel does not memorize
operating mode. the new frequency or operating mode.

When a VFO is selected from another band or mem- When the memory channel is selected from another
ory mode, the frequency and operating mode last memory channel or VFO mode, the memorized fre-
used for that VFO appear. quency and operating mode appear.

[EXAMPLE] [EXAMPLE]
VFO is selected. Memory channel 1 is selected.
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 1
12:00 12:00
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2 TX
TX 1 USB FIL2

METER
Po
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Po
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1 21.076.50 CW VFO
VFO 14.100.00 USB

The frequency is changed. The frequency is changed.


ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00 1 12:00
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2 TX
TX 1 USB FIL2

METER
Po
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Po
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1 21.076.50 CW VFO
VFO 14.100.00 USB

Memory mode is selected. Another memory channel is selected.


ANT BW 500 SFT 0 BPF qw:pp ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00 1 12:00
TX
TX 1 CW FIL2 TX
TX 12 USB FIL2

METER
Po
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Po
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VFO
VFO 14.123.00 USB VFO
VFO 14.100.00 USB

VFO is selected again. Memory channel 1 is selected again.


ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00 1 12:00
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2 TX
TX 1 USB FIL2

METER
Po
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Po
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1 21.076.50 CW VFO
VFO 14.100.00 USB

Changed frequency (14.123 MHz) appears. Changed frequency (14.123 MHz) does not appear and
memorized frequency (14.100 MHz) appears instead.

22
3 BASIC OPERATION

■ Selecting VFO/memory mode


[VFO/MEMO]

➥ Push [VFO/MEMO] to switch between VFO and


memory modes.
• “VFO” appears when VFO mode, or the selected mem-
ory channel number appears when memory mode is
selected beside the frequency readout.
• Pushing [VFO/MEMO] for 1 sec. transfers the contents
of the selected memory channel to VFO mode. (p. 80)

“VFO” indicator

ANT BW 500 SFT 0 BPF qw:pp


1 12:00
TX
TX VFO CW FIL2

METER
Po
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1 14.100.00 USB

Memory channel number

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 12:00
TX
TX 1 USB FIL2

METER
Po
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VFO
VFO 14.195.00 CW

■ Main/Sub band selection


[MAIN/SUB]

➥ Push [MAIN/SUB] to select access to the main or


sub readout.
• The sub readout frequency is displayed in outline or
mesh font. The sub readout functions only during split
oeration or dualwatch.

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BASIC OPERATION 3

■ Selecting an operating band


The triple band stacking register provides 3 memories
Band keys
in one band. 3 sets of a frequency and operating mode
on each band are automatically stored when used.

If a band key is pushed once, the frequency and oper- 3


ating mode last used are called up. When the key is
pushed again, another stored frequency and operating
mode are called up.

This function is convenient when you operate 3 oper-


ating modes on one band. For example, one register
is used for a CW frequency, another for an SSB fre-
quency and the other one for an RTTY frequency.

See the table below for a list of the band available and
the default settings for each band.

BAND REGISTER 1 REGISTER 2 REGISTER 3


1.8 MHz 1.900000 MHz CW 1.910000 MHz CW 1.915000 MHz CW
3.5 MHz 3.550000 MHz LSB 3.560000 MHz LSB 3.580000 MHz LSB
7 MHz 7.050000 MHz LSB 7.060000 MHz LSB 7.020000 MHz CW
10 MHz 10.120000 MHz CW 10.130000 MHz CW 10.140000 MHz CW
14 MHz 14.100000 MHz USB 14.200000 MHz USB 14.050000 MHz CW
18 MHz 18.100000 MHz USB 18.130000 MHz USB 18.150000 MHz USB
21 MHz 21.200000 MHz USB 21.300000 MHz USB 21.050000 MHz CW
24 MHz 24.950000 MHz USB 24.980000 MHz USB 24.900000 MHz CW
28 MHz 28.500000 MHz USB 29.500000 MHz USB 28.100000 MHz CW
50 MHz 50.100000 MHz USB 50.200000 MHz USB 51.000000 MHz FM
General 15.000000 MHz USB 15.100000 MHz USB 15.200000 MHz USB

D Using the band stacking registers

[Example]: 14 MHz band q Push [(14)5], then select a frequency and an op-
erating mode.
• Frequency and operating mode are memorized in the
1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3 first band stacking register.
w Push [(14)5] again, then select another frequency
10 4 14 5 18 6 and operating mode.
• This frequency and operating mode are memorized in
the second band stacking register.
21 7 24 8 28 9 e Push [(14)5] again, then select another frequency
and operating mode.
F-INP • This frequency and operating mode are memorized in
GENE • 50 0 ENT
the third band stacking register.
• When a fourth frequency and operating mode are se-
lected on a band, the first register set in step q, is over
written.

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3 BASIC OPERATION

■ Frequency setting
The transceiver has several tuning methods for conve-
nient frequency tuning.

D Tuning with the tuning dial

Band keys q Push the desired band key on the keypad 1–3
times.
• 3 different frequencies can be selected on each band
with the band key. (See previous page “Using the band
stacking register.”)

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1 12:00
T X VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
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Tuning dial
w Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired frequency.

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 12:00
T X VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
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1 21.076.50 CW

If the dial lock function is activated, the lock indica-


tor lights, and the tuning dial does not function. In
this case, push [LOCK/SPEECH] to deactivate the
lock function. (p. 65)

D Direct frequency entry with the keypad


The transceiver has a keypad for direct frequency q Push [(F-INP)ENT].
entry as described right. •“ ” appears.
Keypad w Input the desired frequency.
• Push [(GENE)•] to input “ • (decimal point)” between
the MHz units and kHz units.
e Push [(F-INP)ENT] to set the input frequency.
• To cancel the input, push [MAIN/SUB] instead of
[(F-INP)ENT].

[EXAMPLES]
14.025 MHz
F-INP 1 4 • 0 2 5 F-INP
ENT ENT

18.0725 MHz
F-INP 1 8 • 0 7 2 5 F-INP
ENT ENT

706 kHz F-INP


ENT • 7 0 6 F-INP
ENT

5.100 MHz F-INP


ENT 5 • 1 F-INP
ENT

7.000 MHz F-INP


F-INP ENT 7 F-INP
ENT

F-INP F-INP
21.280 21.245 F-INP ENT • 2 4 5 ENT

25
BASIC OPERATION 3

D Quick tuning step


The operating frequency can be changed in kHz q Push [TS] momentarily to turn the quick tuning
steps (0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 or 25 kHz selectable) function ON.
for quick tuning. • “Z” appears when the quick tuning function ON.
Quick tuning indicator
[TS] ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
3
1 12:00
TX VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
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w Rotate the tuning dial to change the frequency in


programmed kHz steps.
e Push [TS] again to turn the quick tuning function
OFF.
Tuning dial • “Z” disappears.
r Rotate the tuning dial for normal tuning, if desired.

D Selecting “kHz” step


q Push [TS] momentarily to turn the quick tuning
[TS] step ON.
• “Z” appears when the quick tuning function ON.
w Push [TS] for 1 sec. to enter the tuning step set-
ting display.
• Selected tuning steps for all modes appear.
TS
AGC
MID

VOX SSB CW RTTY AM FM


OFF
1 1 1 1 10
COMP (kHz)
OFF
WIDE
Mode selection Tuning dial DEF

e Select the desired operating mode.


r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired tuning
step from 0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 or 25 kHz.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to return to the default set-
ting, if desired.
t Repeat steps e and r to select quick tuning
steps for other modes, if desired.
y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the setting display.

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3 BASIC OPERATION

D Selecting 1 Hz step
The minimum tuning step of 1 Hz can be used for fine q Push [TS] to turn OFF the quick tuning step.
tuning. • “▼” does not appear.
w Push [TS] for 1 sec. to turn the 1 Hz tuning step
[TS] ON and OFF.
• RIT and/or ∂TX also functions in 1 Hz tuning step when
used.

1 Hz step indicator

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 12:00
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2

METER
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P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2
Tuning dial ATT qr.wpt.ppp
0FF
1 14.100.00 USB

AGC
MID

VOX
OFF

COMP
OFF
WIDE

SCOPE VOICE MEMORY SCAN

D 1⁄4 tuning function (SSB data/CW/RTTY only)


While operating in SSB data/CW/RTTY, the 1⁄4 tuning
function is available for critical tuning. Dial rotation is
reduced to 1⁄4 of normal when the 1⁄4 function is in
use.

➥ Push [1/4] to toggle the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.

1⁄4 1⁄4
tuning function OFF tuning function ON

1/4 1/4
OFF ON

[1/4]

27
BASIC OPERATION 3

D Auto tuning step function


When rotating the tuning dial rapidly, the tuning speed q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
accelerated automatically as selected. function screen, if necessary.
w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
menu screen.
e Push [(F-5)OTHERS] to enter miscellaneous (oth- 3
ers) set mode.
r Push [(F-1)Y Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select “MAIN DIAL
Auto TS.”
t Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired condi-
tion from high, low and OFF.
• High: Approx. 5 times faster
[(F-1)Y] [EXIT/SET] Tuning dial • Low: Approx. twise faster
[(F-2)Z] [(F-5)OTHERS] • OFF: Auto tuning step is turned OFF
y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the set mode.
OTHERS SET
AGC
MID Memopad  Numbers OFF
MAIN DIAL Auto TS HIGH
BK-IN MIC UP/Down Speed HIGH
OFF Quick RIT/ ∂TX Clear OFF
SSB/CW Synchronous Tuning OFF
1/4 CW Normal Side LSB
OFF
External Keypad Auto
é è DEF WIDE

D Band edge warning beep


When selecting a frequency, that lies outside of a q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
band’s specified frequency range, a warning beep function screen, if necessary.
sounds. w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
This function can be turned OFF in set mode, if de- menu screen.
sired. e Push [(F-5)OTHERS] to enter miscellaneous (oth-
ers) set mode.
r Push [(F-1)YY] or [(F-2)ZZ] to select “Beep (Band
Edge).”
t Rotate the tuning dial to turn the band edge warn-
ing beep ON and OFF.
y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the set mode.
OTHERS SET
AGC
MID Beep(Confirmation) ON
Beep(Band Edge) ON
BK-IN RF/SQL Control RF+SQL
[(F-1)Y] [EXIT/SET] Tuning dial OFF Quick Dualwatch ON
Quick SPLIT ON
[(F-2)Z] [(F-5)OTHERS] 1/4 FM SPLIT Offset(HF) -0.100MHz
OFF
FM SPLIT Offset(50M) -0.100MHz
é è DEF WIDE

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3 BASIC OPERATION

■ Operating mode selection


SSB (LSB/USB), SSB data (LSB-D/USB-D), CW, CW
reverse (CW-R), RTTY, RTTY reverse (RTTY-R), AM,
AM data (AM-D), FM and FM data (FM-D) are avail-
able in the IC-756PROIII. Select the desired operation
mode as follows.

To select a mode of operation, push the desired mode


switch momentarily. Push the switch again to toggle
between USB and LSB, CW/CW-R and RTTY/RTTY- Mode selection
R, AM and FM, if necessary. Push the switch for 1 sec.
to toggle between CW and CW-R, RTTY and RTTY-R,
• Selecting SSB mode
or to select data mode, if necessary.
➥ Push [SSB] to select USB or LSB.
See the diagram below left for the order of selection.
• USB is selected first when above 10 MHz; or LSB is se-
Microphone signals are muted when data mode is lected first when below 10 MHz operation.
• After USB or LSB is selected, push [SSB] to toggle be-
selected.
tween USB and LSB.
• After USB or LSB is selected, push [SSB] for 1 sec. to
select USB-D or LSB-D mode, respectively.
SSB

USB-D USB LSB LSB-D • Selecting CW/RTTY mode


➥ Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or RTTY.
CW/RTTY
• After CW or RTTY is selected, push [CW/RTTY] to tog-
CW-R CW RTTY RTTY-R
gle between CW and RTTY.
• After CW or RTTY is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for
1 sec. to toggle between CW and CW reverse, or, RTTY
AM/FM
and RTTY reverse mode, respectively.
AM-D AM FM FM-D
• Selecting AM/FM mode
➥ Push [AM/FM] to select AM or FM.
Push mode switch Push mode switch • After AM or FM is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle be-
for 1 sec. momentarily. tween AM and FM.
• After AM or FM is selected, push [AM/FM] for 1 sec. to
select AM-D or FM-D mode, respectively.

■ Volume setting
➥ Rotate [AF] control clockwise to increase; counter-
clockwise to decrease the audio output level.
• Set a suitable audio level.

[AF]
Audio output
increases

Audio output
decreases

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BASIC OPERATION 3

■ Squelch and receive (RF) sensitivity


Adjusts the RF gain and squelch threshold level. The
squelch removes noise output from the speaker
(closed position) when no signal is received.
• The squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also avail-
able for other modes. 3
• 12 to 1 o’clock position is recommended for any setting of
the [RF/SQL] control.
• The control can be set as ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in SSB,
CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and FM) or squelch [RF/SQL]
control (RF gain is fixed at maximum) in set mode as fol-
lows. (p. 99) • When setting as RF gain/squelch control
Noise squelch (FM mode)
SET MODE OPERATION
Recommended level
Squelch is
Can be used in all modes. open.
RF+SQL Functions as noise squelch or S-meter Maximum
(default) squelch in AM and FM modes; S- RF gain
meter squelch only in other modes.
RF gain
Operates as a squelch control. adjustable S-meter
SQL range squelch
• RF gain is fixed at maximum sensitivity.
Operates as an RF gain control in
SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
AUTO • Squelch is fixed open. • When functioning as RF gain control
Operates as a squelch control in AM (Squelch is fixed open; SSB, CW, RTTY only)
and FM modes.
• RF gain is fixed at maximum sensitivity. Maximum
RF gain
Adjustable
range
Adjusting RF gain (Receive sensitivity)
Normally, [RF/SQL] is set to the 11 o’clock position. Minimum RF gain
Rotate [RF/SQL] to the 11 o’clock position for maxi-
mum sensitivity. • When functioning as squelch control
• Rotating counterclockwise from the maximum position re- (RF gain is fixed at maximum.)
duces sensitivity.
Noise squelch (FM mode)
• The S-meter indicates receive sensitivity. Noise squelch
threshold
S-meter squelch
(FM mode)
threshold
Adjusting squelch (Removing non-signal noise)
S-meter
Rotate [RF/SQL] clockwise when receiving no signal, Squelch is
squelch
open.
until the noise just disappears.
• [RX] indicator light goes out.
• Rotating [RF/SQL] past the threshold point invokes the S-
meter squelch— this allows you to set a minimum signal Shallow Deep
level needed to open the squelch.
While rotating the RF gain control, noise may be
heard. This comes from the DSP unit and does not
indicate an equipment malfunction.

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3 BASIC OPERATION

■ Meter function
The transceiver has 4 transmit meter functions for your In addition, the transceiver can display the multi-func-
convenience. Select the desired meter with the tion digital meter in the LCD display, which displays all
[METER] switch. transmit meters simultaneously.

• Analog transmit meter • Multi-function digital meter


➥ Push [METER] to select RF power (Po), SWR, ALC q Push [METER] for 1 sec. to turn the multi-function
or compression level (COMP). digital meter ON.
w Push [(F-1)P-HOLD] to toggle the peak level hold
[METER] function ON or OFF.
• “P-HOLD” appears on the window title when the peak
level hold function is turned ON.

ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qot.pp
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2

ATT qr.wpt.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB

DISPLAY AGC
P-HOLD MULTI-FUNCTION METER

MEASUREMENT MID
  S
. 1 . . . 3 . . . 5 . . . 7 . . . 9 . ..
..+20
+20...
...+40
+40...
...+
+60dB
INDICATION   Po
VOX 0∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑
∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑25
25∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑
∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑50 ∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑ 100%
OFF
Po Indicates the relative RF output power in %.  ALC
COMP 0 5 10 15 20 dB
COMP
 SWR
Indicates the SWR over the transmission OFF
WIDE 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
SWR
line. P-HOLD

Indicates the ALC level. When the meter


movement shows the input signal level ex- e Push [METER] for 1 sec. or push [EXIT/SET] to
ALC ceeds the allowable level, the ALC limits turn the multi-function digital meter OFF.
the RF power. In such cases, reduce the
[MIC GAIN] control.
Indicates the compression level when the
COMP
speech compressor is in use.

■ SWR reading
The SWR meter indicates the SWR over the transmis-
SWR meter
sion line in all modes.
Less than 1.5:1
q Push [TUNER] to turn the antenna tuner OFF. 1
5 9 + 20
+ 40
+ 60dB
w Push [METER] several times to select the Po S 0
10 25 50
100
2 3
meter. Po
SWR
1 1.5
0
10 20
COMP
e Push [CW/RTTY] once or twice to select RTTY ALC
dB

mode.
r Push [TRANSMIT].
t Rotate [RF POWER] clockwise past the 12 o’clock The built-in antenna tuner matches the transmitter
position for more than 30 W output power (30%). to the antenna when the SWR is lower than 3 : 1.
y Push [METER] once to select the SWR meter as
the transmit meter.
u Read the SWR on the SWR meter.

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BASIC OPERATION 3

■ Basic transmit operation


Before transmitting, monitor your selected oper-
ating frequency to make sure transmitting won’t
cause interference to other stations on the same
frequency. It’s good Amateur practice to listen
first, and then, even if nothing is heard, ask “is
3
the frequency in use” once or twice, before you
being operating on that frequency.

D Transmitting
Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating q Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to trans-
frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause in- mit.
terference to other stations on the same frequency. • The [TX] indicator lights red.
w Push [TRANSMIT] again or release [PTT] (micro-
[TRANSMIT] phone) to return to receive.

✔ Adjusting the transmit output power


➥ Rotate [RF POWER].
• Adjustable range: 5 W to 100 W
(AM mode: 5 W to 40 W)
Increases
max. 100 W
(40 W for AM)
Decreases
[RF POWER] [TX] indicator
min. 5 W

D Microphone gain adjustment


Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating q Push [METER] to select the ALC meter.
frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause in- w Push [PTT] (microphone) to transmit.
terference to other stations on the same frequency. • Talk into the microphone at your normal voice level.
e While talking into the microphone, rotate [MIC
[METER] GAIN] so that the ALC meter reading doesn’t go
outside the ALC zone.
ALC zone
5 9 + 20
+ 40
1 + 60dB
10 25 50
0 100
S
Po 2 3
1 1.5 10 20
SWR 0
COMP dB
ALC

[MIC GAIN] r Release [PTT] (microphone) to return to receive.

In addition, the transceiver can display the multi-func-


tion digital meter in the LCD display, which displays
all transmit meters simultaneously.

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Operating SSB q Push a band key to select the desired band.


w Push [SSB] to select LSB or USB.
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys • “LSB” or “USB” appears.
• Below 10 MHz LSB is automatically selected; above
10 MHz USB is automatically selected.
e Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired signal.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.
r Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to trans-
[AF] [MIC GAIN] [SSB] Tuning dial mit.
• The TX indicator lights red.
y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice
level.
• Adjust the microphone gain with [MIC GAIN] at this step,
if necessary.
u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive


• Preamp (p. 57) • Noise reduction (p. 65)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp ➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. and OFF.
• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or • Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on • Noise reduction indicator (in [NR] switch) lights when
operating frequency band) the noise reduction is set to ON.

• Attenuator (p. 57) • Notch filter (p. 64)


➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in ➥ Push [NOTCH] switch to turn the auto or manual
6 dB steps. notch function ON and OFF.
• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenua- • Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating fre-
tor is set to ON. quency for manual notch operation.
• Notch indicator (in [NOTCH] switch) lights when either
• Noise blanker (p. 64) the auto or manual notch is set to ON.
➥ Push [NB] switch to turn the noise blanker ON
and OFF. • AGC (auto gain control) (p. 59)
• Noise blanker indicator (in [NB] switch) lights when ➥ Push [AGC] switch several times to select
the noise blanker is set to ON. AGC FAST, AGC MID or AGC SLOW.
➥ Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker ➥ Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter the AGC set
level set mode, then rotate the tuning dial to ad- mode.
just the threshold level. • Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the time constant.

• Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 60)


➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
• Push [PBT CLR] to clear the settings.

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D Convenient functions for transmit


• Speech compressor (p. 68) • VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 66)
➥ Push [COMP] to turn the speech compressor ON ➥ Push [VOX] to turn the VOX function ON and
and OFF. OFF.
• Pushing [COMP] for 1 sec. to select the compression • “VOX ON” appears when the VOX function is set to
bandwidth from wide, middle and narrow. ON.

• Transmit quality monitor (p. 70) • Audio tone control (p. 95)
➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON ➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
4
and OFF. enter level set mode. Select an item with [(F-
• Monitor indicator (in [MONITOR] switch) lights when Y]/[(F-2)Z
1)Y Z] then rotate the tuning dial to adjust
the monitor function is set to ON. the audio tone.
➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select the monitor level item
with [(F-1)YY]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial
to adjust the monitor gain.

D About 5 MHz band operation (USA version only)


Operation on the 5 MHz band is allowed on 5 discrete
frequencies and must adhere to the following:
• USB mode
• Maximum of 50 watts ERP (Effective Radiated Power)
IC-756PROIII Tuning FCC Channel • 2.8 kHz bandwidth
Frequency* Center Frequency*
It is the operator’s responsibility to set all controls so
5.33050 MHz 5.33200 MHz that the transmission in this band meets the stringent
5.34650 MHz 5.34800 MHz conditions under which we may use these frequencies.
5.36650 MHz 5.36800 MHz NOTE: We recommend that you store these fre-
5.37150 MHz 5.37300 MHz quencies, mode and filter settings into the memory
5.40350 MHz 5.40500 MHz channel for easy recall.

*The channel center frequencies that are specified


To assist you in operating the 5 MHz band correctly by the FCC, show the center frequency of their
within the rules specified by the FCC, transmission passband. However, the IC-756PROIII displays
is impossible on any 5 MHz band frequency other carrier point frequency, so set 1.5 kHz below from
than the 5 frequencies indicated in the table above. FCC channel center frequency.

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Operating CW q Push a band key to select the desired band.


w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW.
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys • After CW mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec.
to toggle between CW and CW-R modes.
• “CW” or “CW-R” appears.
e Rotate the tuning dial to simultaneously tune a de-
sired signal and its side tone.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.
r Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
[AF] [KEY SPEED] [CW/RTTY] Tuning dial t Push [TRANSMIT] to transmit.
• The TX indicator lights red.
y Use the electric keyer or paddle to key your CW sig-
nals.
• The power meter indicates transmittted CW output
power.
u Adjust CW speed with [KEY SPEED].
• Adjustable within 6-60 WPM.
i Push [TRANSMIT] to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive


• Preamp (p. 57) • Noise reduction (p. 65)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp ➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. and OFF.
• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or • Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on • Noise reduction indicator (in [NR] switch) lights when
operating frequency band) the noise reduction is set to ON.

• Attenuator (p. 57) • Notch filter (p. 64)


➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in ➥ Push [NOTCH] switch to turn the manual notch
6 dB steps. function ON and OFF.
• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenua- • Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating fre-
tor is set to ON. quency for manual notch operation.
• Notch indicator (in [NOTCH] switch) lights when the
• Noise blanker (p. 64) manual notch is set to ON.
➥ Push [NB] switch to turn the noise blanker ON
and OFF. • AGC (auto gain control) (p. 59)
• Noise blanker indicator (in [NB] switch) lights when ➥ Push [AGC] switch several times to select
the noise blanker is set to ON. AGC FAST, AGC MID or AGC SLOW.
➥ Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker ➥ Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter the AGC set
level set mode, then rotate the tuning dial to ad- mode.
just the threshold level. • Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the time constant.

• Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 60) • 1⁄4 function (p. 27)
➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer). ➥ Push [1/4] to turn the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.
• Push [PBT CLR] to clear the settings.

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RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

D Convenient functions for transmit


• Break-in function (p. 67)
➥ Push [BK-IN] several times to select the break-in
OFF, semi break-in and full break-in.
• “BK-IN SEMI” or “BK-IN FULL” appears when the
semi break-in or full break-in function is set to ON, re-
spectively.
4
D About CW reverse mode
CW-R (CW Reverse) mode receives CW signals with
a reverse side CW carrier point like that of LSB and
USB modes.

Use when interfering signals are near a desired signal


and you want to change the interference tone.

q Push [CW/RTTY] once or twice to select CW


mode.
[CW/RTTY] w Push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec. to select CW or CW-R
mode.
• Check the interfering tone.

Push
CW/RTTY

for 1 sec.

BFO BFO
Interference Desired signal Interference Desired signal
CW mode (LSB side) CW-R mode (USB side)

D CW side tone function


When the transceiver is in the receive condition (and
Tuning dial
the break-in function is OFF— p. 67) you can listen to
the tone of your CW signal without actually transmit-
ting.

This allows you to match your transmit signal exactly


to another station’s. This also convenient for CW
practice.

➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to


[(F-1)Y] [(F-2)Z] [EXIT/SET] enter level set mode. Select an item with [(F-
Y]/[(F-2)Z
1)Y Z] then rotate the tuning dial to adjust
the side tone level.

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D About CW pitch control


The received CW audio pitch and monitored CW
audio can be adjusted to suit your preference (300 to
900 Hz in 25 Hz steps) without changing the operat-
ing frequency.

➥ Rotate [CW PITCH] to suit your preference.


• Adjustable within 300 to 900 Hz in 25 Hz steps.

[CW PITCH]

Higher
The filter set mode screen graphically displays the
Frequency CW pitch operations. (See at left.)

Lower
frequency

FILTER
AGC
MID
CW
BK-IN
OFF FIL 1
FI 1.2k
450 700 950
FIL 2
FI 500
PBT1
1/4 FIL 3
FI 250
OFF PBT2

BW DEF

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■ Electronic CW keyer
[(F-1)]–[(F-4)] The IC-756PROIII has a number of convenient func-
tions for the electronic keyer that can be accessed
from the memory keyer menu.

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.


w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
e Push [(F-3)KEYER] then [EXIT/SET] to select 4
memory keyer menu screen.
r Push one of the multi-function keys ([F-1] to [F-4])
[CW/RTTY] [EXIT/SET] to select the desired menu. See the diagram
below.
• Push [EXIT/SET] to return to the previous indication.

ANT
1
BW 500 SFT 0 BPF qw:pp
12:00
T X VFO CW
CW FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qpp.pp
1 21. 085. 00 CW
P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2

ATT qr.qpp.pp
0FF
1 21. 085. 00 CW

AGC
MID

BK-IN
OFF ¡Memory keyer edit screen
ABC MEMORY
M E M O R Y KEYER
KEYER
1/4
OFF CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM
M1
TEST
SCOPE VOICE KEYER MEMORY SCAN UR 5NN001 BK
M2
ABC
CFM TU
M3
F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5
123 M4 QRZ?

ç å DEL SPACE M1..M4

¡Memory keyer send screen F-2


MEMORY
M E M O R Y KEYER
KEYER
AGC
MID CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM
M1
TEST
UR 5NN001 BK
BK-IN M2
OFF ¡Contest number set mode
CFM TU
M3
KEYER 001
1/4 AGC
M4 QRZ? MID Number Style Normal
OFF
Coun t Up Trigger M2
M1 M2 M3 M4 -1 BK-IN Present Number 001
OFF

F-1 1/4
OFF
EXIT/SET
é è DEF
¡Memory keyer menu screen
MEMORY KEYER F-3
AGC
MID MEMORY
M E M O R Y KEYER
K E Y E R MENU
MENU
SEND
SEND Max.55
M a x . 5 5 Characters
C h a r a c t e r s ◊ 4ch
4ch
BK-IN
EDIT
EDIT Memory
M e m o r y Editor
Editor
OFF ¡Keyer set mode screen
001
001 001
0 0 1 Style
S t y l e Contest
C o n t e s t Number
Number
KEYER
K E Y E R CW-KEY
CW-KEY
1/4 AGC
OFF CW
C W KEY
K E Y Memo-key,Elec-key,CW
M e m o - k e y , E l e c - k e y , C W Wave
W a v e Form
F o r m Set
Set MID K e y e r Repeat
Keyer R e p e a t Time
Time 2s
2 s
Dot/Dash
D o t / D a s h Ratio
Ratio 1:1:3.0
1:1:3.0
SEND EDIT 001 CW KEY BK-IN Rise
R i s e Time
Time 4ms
4ms
OFF Paddle
P a d d l e Polarity
Polarity Normal
Normal
Keyer
K e y e r Type
Type E L E C - K EY
ELEC-KEY
F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5
1/4 MIC
M I C Up/Down
U p / D o w n Keyer
Keyer OFF
OFF
OFF

é è DEF

F-4

38
4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D Memory keyer send screen


Pre-set characters can be sent using the keyer send • Transmitting
menu. Contents of the memory keyer are set using q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
the edit menu. w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
e Push [(F-3)KEYER] to select the memory keyer
screen.
[TRANSMIT] [(F-1)M1]–[(F-4)M4]
r Push [TRANSMIT] to set the transceiver to trans-
mit, or set the break-in function ON (p.67).
t Push [(F-1)M1] – [(F-4)M4] momentarily to trans-
mit the contents one time; push these keys for 1
sec. to transmit the contents repeatedly.
• “M1”–“M4” are highlighted while transmitting.
• “ ” appears while transmitting repeatedly.
• Set the repeat interval of the memory keyer to 1–60 sec.
(1 sec. steps). See p. 42 for keyer set mode.
[CW/RTTY] [EXIT/SET] • To count down the contact number, push [(F-5)–1].

AGC MEMORY KEYER


MEMORY
For your information
MID
M1 CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM
TEST When an external keypad is connected to the pin 3
UR 5NN001 BK
BK-IN
OFF
M2
and pin 7 of the [MIC] connecter, the programmed
CFM TU

1/4
M3

QRZ?
contents, M1–M4, can be transmitted without open-
M4
OFF
ing the memory keyer screen.
M1 M2 M3 M4 -1
See page 104 for details.

y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the memory keyer


screen.

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RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

D Editing a memory keyer


The contents of the momory keyer memories can be • Programming contents
set using the memory keyer edit menu. The memory q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
keyer can memorize and re-transmit 4 CW key codes w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
for often-used CW sentences, contest number, etc. e Push [(F-3)KEYER] then [EXIT/SET] to select
Total capacity of the memory keyer is 70 characters keyer set mode.
per memory channel. r Push [(F-2)EDIT] to enter the keyer edit screen.
t Push [(F-5)M1..M4] several times to select the de- 4
[123]/[etc] [ABC] [(F-3)DEL] [(F-4)SPACE] sired keyer memory channel.
y Select the desired character group by pushing the
character group keys ([ABC], [123] or [etc]) sev-
eral times.
• [etc] appears when [123] is pushed when “123” char-
acter group is selected.
• Selectabel characters (with the tuning dial);
Key selection Editable characters

[(F-1)Ω] [(F-2)≈] [EXIT/SET] [(F-5)M1..M4] ABC


A to Z (capital leters)

123 0 to 9 (numbers)
Selected ABC K E Y E R EDIT
EDIT
character M1 CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM

M2
TEST
UR 5NN001 BK
etc / ? ^. ,@✽
Character ABC
M3 CFM TU
group
keys 123 M4 QRZ?
NOTE:
ç å DEL SPACE M1..M4 “^” is used to transmit a following word with no
Memory ch space such as AR. Put “^” before a text string
select such as ^AR, and the string “ AR ” is sent with
no space.
“✱” is used to insert the CW contest number.
• Pre-programmed contents The contest number automatically increments
by 1. This function is only available for one
CH Contents
memory keyer channel at a time. Memory
M1 CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM TEST keyer channel M2 used “✱” by default.
M2 UR 5NN✽ BK
u Select the desired character by rotating the tuning
M3 CFM TU dial or by pushing the band key for number input.
M4 QRZ? • Push [(F-1)ΩΩ] or [(F-2)≈
≈] for cursor movement.
• Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
• Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.
• “*” is for contact numbers and can be input for the
count up trigger channel (“ ” appears).
i Repeat step u until the desired contents are input.
o Push [(F-5)M1..M4] to select the next memory
channel and repeat step u for character input, if
desired.
!0 Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the keyer set mode.

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D Contest number set mode


This menu is used to set the contest (serial) number • Setting the contact (serial) number
and count up trigger, etc. Contact number can be automatically transmitted
[(F-3)DEF] from one of the memory keyer channels. The Morse
cut numbers can be used as the contact numbers.
The maximum number for contact numbers is 9999.

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.


w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
e Push [(F-3)KEYER] then [EXIT/SET] to select
keyer set mode.
r Push [(F-3)001] to select contest number set
[(F-1)∫] [(F-2)√] [EXIT/SET] mode.
t Push [(F-1)Y
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired set
item.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default condi-
KEYER 001
AGC
MID N u m b e r S
r Style
tyle Normal
N ormal tion or value.
BK-IN
C o u n t  UUP T
P Trigger
P r e s e n t N
rigger
t Number
umber
M2
 001
001 y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the keyer set mode.
OFF

1/4
OFF

é è DEF

Number Style (Number style)


This item sets the numbering system used for contest Normal : Does not use morse cut number
(serial) numbers— normal or morse cut numbers. (default)
190➜ANO : Sets 1 as A, 9 as N and 0 as O.
190➜ ANT : Sets 1 as A, 9 as N and 0 as T.
90➜ NT : Sets 9 as N and 0 as O.
90➜ NT : Sets 9 as N and 0 as T.

Count Up Trigger (Count up trigger)


This selects which of the three memory slots will have • M1, M2, M3 and M4 can be set. (default: M2)
the contest serial number exchange. The count up
trigger allows the serial number automatically incre-
mented after each complete serial number exchange
is sent.

Present Number (Present number)


This item shows the current number for the count up • Rotate the tuning dial to change the number, or push
trigger channel set above. [(F-3)001CLR] for 1sec. to reset the current number
to 001.

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D Keyer set mode


This set mode is used to set the CW side tone, mem- • Setting the electronic keyer
ory keyer repeat time, dash weight, paddle specifica- q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
tions, keyer type, etc. w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
[(F-3)DEF] e Push [(F-3)KEYER] then [EXIT/SET] to select
keyer set mode.
r Push [(F-4)CW KEY] to select memory keyer set
mode. 4
t Push [(F-1)Y
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired set
item.
y Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default condition
or value.
[(F-1)∫] [(F-2)√] [EXIT/SET] u Push [EXIT/SET] twice to normal screen.

AGC K E Y E R CW-KEY
CW-KEY
MID K e y e r R
r Repeat T
e p e a t Time
ime 2s
2s
D o t / Dash R
D a s h Ratio
atio 1:1:3.0
1 :1:3.0
BK-IN R i s e T
e Timeime 4ms
4ms
OFF P a d d le P
l e Polarity
olarity Normal
Normal
K e y e r T
r Typeype ELEC-KEY
ELEC-KEY
1/4 M I C U
C Up/Down K
p / D o w n Keyer
eyer OFF
OFF
OFF

é è DEF

Keyer Repeat Time


(Keyer repeat time) • 1 to 60 sec. in 1 sec. steps can be selected.
When sending CW using the repeat timer, this item • Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
sets the time between transmission. (default: 2 sec.)

Dot/Dash Ratio (Dot/Dash ratio)


This item sets the dot/dash ratio. • 1 : 1 : 2.8 to 1 : 1 : 4.5 can be set.
• Check the ratio with side tone in CW mode.
Keying weight example: Morse code “K” • Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default ratio
of 1 : 1 : 3.0.
DOT (Fixed*)
Weight setting: DASH DASH
1:1:3 (default)

Weight setting:
Adjusted

Adjustable range SPACE (Fixed*)

*SPACE and DOT length can be adjusted with


[KEY SPEED] only.

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D Keyer set mode (continued)


Rise Time (Rise time)
This item sets the envelop time period which the out- • 2, 4, 6, or 8 msec. can be selected.
put power becomes the set transmit power. • Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: 4 sec.)
• About rise time
Tx
Key action
Rx

Tx output power Set Tx power level

0
Time
Rise time

Paddle Polarity (Paddle polarity)


This item sets the paddle polarity. • Normal and reverse pooarity can be selected.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: Normal)

Keyer Type (Keyer type)


This item selects the keyer type for [ELEC-KEY] con- • ELEC-KEY, BUG-KEY and Straight key can be se-
nector on the front panel. lected.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: ELEC-KEY)

MIC Up/Down Keyer


(Microphone’s [UP]/[DN] switches keyer) • ON : [UP]/[DN] switches can be used for CW.
This item allows you to set the microphone [UP]/[DN] • OFF: [UP]/[DN] switches cannot be used for CW.
switches to be used as a paddle. • Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: OFF)

NOTE: When “ON” is selected, the frequency and


memory channel cnanot be changed using the
[UP]/[DN] switches.

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■ Operating RTTY (FSK) When using your RTTY terminal or TNC, consult the
manual that comes with the RTTY terminal or TNC.
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys
q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY.
• After RTTY mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for 1
sec. to toggle between RTTY and RTTY-R modes.
• “RTTY” or “RTTY-R” appears.
e Push [(F-3)DECODE] to display the decoder
screen. 4
• The IC-756PROIII has a Baudot decoder.
r Rotate the tuning dial to simultaneously tune a de-
[AF] [CW/RTTY] Tuning dial
sired signal.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.
t Push [TRANSMIT] to transmit.
• The TX indicator lights red.
y Type from the connected PC’s keyboard to enter
the contents that you want to transmit.
• The text color will be changed when transmitted.
• Press one of [F-1] to [F-4] to transmit the TX memory
contents.
u Push [TRANSMIT] to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive


• Preamp (p. 57) • Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 60)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp ➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. • Push [PBT CLR] to clear the settings.
• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on • Noise reduction (p. 65)
operating frequency band) ➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON
and OFF.
• Attenuator (p. 57) • Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in • Noise reduction indicator (in [NR] switch) lights when
6 dB steps. the noise reduction is set to ON.
• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenua-
tor is set to ON. • AGC (auto gain control) (p. 59)
➥ Push [AGC] switch several times to select
• Noise blanker (p. 64) AGC FAST, AGC MID or AGC SLOW.
➥ Push [NB] switch to turn the noise blanker ON ➥ Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter the AGC set
and OFF. mode.
• Noise blanker indicator (in [NB] switch) lights when • Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the time constant.
the noise blanker is set to ON.
➥ Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker • 1⁄4 function (p. 27)
level set mode, then rotate the tuning dial to ad- ➥ Push [1/4] to turn the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.
just the threshold level.

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D About RTTY reverse mode


Received characters are occasionally garbled when q Push [CW/RTTY] once or twice to select RTTY
the receive signal is reversed between MARK and mode.
SPACE. This reversal can be caused by incorrect w Push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec. to select RTTY or
TNC connections, settings, commands, etc. RTTY-R mode.
• Check the receive signal.
To receive a reversed RTTY signal correctly, select
RTTY-R (RTTY Reverse) mode.

Normal Reverse
170 Hz 2125 Hz 2125 Hz 170 Hz

Space Mark BFO BFO Space Mark

D RTTY filter/Twin peak filter


The transceiver has 5 RTTY filters in addition to nor- q Push [CW/RTTY] once or twice to select RTTY
mal IF filters. The passband width can be selected mode.
from 1 kHz, 500 Hz, 350 Hz, 300 Hz and 250 Hz. w Push [RTTY FIL] to turn the RTTY filter ON.
When the RTTY filter is turned ON, the RTTY tuning • “TPF” appears when the twin peak filter is turned ON.
meter can be used. (p. 47)
• RTTY filter selection
Moreover, the twin peak filter changes the receive fre- q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
quency response by boosting 2 particular frequencies function screen, if necessary.
(2125 and 2295 Hz) for better copying of desired RTTY w Select RTTY mode.
signals. e Push [RTTY FIL] for 1 sec. to enter RTTY filter set
mode.
r Push [(F-1)YY] to select band width item.
t Rotate the tuning dial to select the RTTY filter
width from 1 kHz, 500 Hz, 350 Hz, 300 Hz and
250 Hz.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default value.
y Push [(F-2)Z
Z] to select twin peak filter item.
• The received audio volume may become greater when
the twin peak filter is turned ON.
[RTTY FIL] [CW/RTTY] [EXIT/SET] u Rotate the tuning dial to turn the twin peak filter
function ON or OFF.
i Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the RTTY filter set mode.
TPF indicator

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D Functions for the RTTY decoder indication


The transceiver has an RTTY decoder for Baudot r If the RTTY filter is turned OFF, push [RTTY FIL]
(mark freq.: 2125 Hz, shift freq.: 170 Hz, 45 bps). to turn the function ON.
• The RTTY decoder does not function when the RTTY
An external terminal unit (TU) or terminal node con- filter is turned OFF.
troller (TNC) is not necessary for receiving a Baudot t Push [(F-2)HOLD/CLR] momentarily to freeze the
signal. current screen.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
• “HOLD” appears while the function is in use. 4
y Push [(F-5)WIDE] to toggle the normal or wide
function screen, if necessary. screen space.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
e Push [(F-3)DECODE] to turn the RTTY decoder ANT
1
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12:00
V F O qr≥qot≥pp RTTY FIL2
FIL
ON.
TX

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• RTTY decoder screen appears. Po
RTTY DECODE

RTTY DECODE P.AMP **** RTTY Decode


**** RTTY Decode Monitor
Monitor ****
****
AGC 1  45bps
45bps BAUDOT
BAUDOT  
  Mark=2125,
Mark=2125, Shift=170
Shift=170
MID **** RTTY
**** RTTY Decode
Decode Monitor
Monitor ****
****  UnShift
UnShift On
On Space
Space support
support (SET-OTHERS)
(SET-OTHERS)
 45bps
45bps BAUDOT
BAUDOT  
  Mark=2125,
Mark=2125, Shift=170
Shift=170  New
New Line
Line Code
Code selectable
selectable (SET-OTHERS)
(SET-OTHERS)
RTTY  UnShift
UnShift On
On Space
Space support
support (SET-OTHERS)
(SET-OTHERS) ATT
OFF  If
If RTTY-FIL
RTTY-FIL is
is OFF,
OFF, Please
Please turn
turn ON.
ON.
FIL  New
New Line
Line Code
Code selectable
selectable (SET-OTHERS)
(SET-OTHERS) --------------------------------------------
ON  If
If RTTY-FIL
RTTY-FIL is
is OFF,
OFF, Please
Please turn
turn ON.
ON. CQ CQ CQ THIS IS JA3YUA JA3YUA OSAKA JAPAN
-------------------------------------------- AGC CQ CQ CQ THIS IS JA3YUA JA3YUA OSAKA JAPAN
1/4 MID CQ CQ CQ THIS IS JA3YUA JA3YUA OSAKA JAPAN
OFF THRESHOLD 9
RTTY
<MENU1> HLD/CLR TX MEM ADJ WIDE FIL
ON

1/4
OFF THRESHOLD 9

<MENU1> HLD/CLR TX MEM ADJ WIDE

u Push [(F-2)HOLD/CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the dis-


played characters.
i Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the RTTY decoder
screen.

D Setting the decoder threshold level


Adjust the RTTY decoder threshold level if some q Call up the RTTY decoder screen as described
characters are displayed when no signal is received. above.
w Push [(F-4)ADJ] to select the threshold level set-
AGC RTTY DECODE ting condition.
MID **** RTTY Decode
**** RTTY
 45bps
Decode Monitor
45bps BAUDOT
BAUDOT  
Monitor ****
  Mark=2125,
****
Mark=2125, Shift=170
Shift=170 e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the RTTY decoder
RTTY  UnShift
UnShift On
On Space
Space support
support (SET-OTHERS)
(SET-OTHERS)
FIL
ON
 New
New Line
 If
Line Code
Code selectable
If RTTY-FIL
RTTY-FIL is
selectable (SET-OTHERS)
is OFF,
(SET-OTHERS)
OFF, Please
Please turn
turn ON.
ON.
threshold level.
1/4
--------------------------------------------
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default condi-
OFF ADJ THRESHOLD 9
tion.
DEF ADJ WIDE
r Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the RTTY decoder
screen.

The UnShift On Space (USOS) function and new


line code can be set in the RTTY set mode. (p. 49)

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D RTTY memory transmission


Pre-set characters can be sent using the RTTY mem- q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
ory. Contents of the memory are set using the edit function screen, if necessary.
menu. w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
e Push [(F-3)DECODE] to turn the RTTY decoder
ON.
r Push [(F-3)TX MEM] to select RTTY memory
screen.
t Push [(F-5)1-4/5-8] to select memory bank then
push one of the function keys [(F-1)RT1] to [(F-4)
RT4] or [(F-1)RT5] to [(F-4)RT8].
• The selected memory contents will be transmitted im-
[(F-1)RT1]–[(F-4)RT4] [EXIT/SET] [(F-5)1-4/5-8] mediately.
[(F-1)RT5]–[(F-4)RT8]

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RTTY MEMORY
AGC
MID D E I C O M  I
E ICOM C O M  K
ICOM
RT1

RTTY D E I C O M  I
E ICOM C O M  I
ICOM ICOM
COM K
RT2
FIL
ON Q SL 
S L UR 5 9 9 - 5 9 9  B
U R 599-599 BKK
RT3

1/4 Q SL 
S L DE I C O M   ICOM U
D E ICOM R   599-599
I C O M UR 5 9 9 - 5 9 9  B
BKK
OFF RT4

RT1 RT2 RT3 RT4 1-4/5-8

D RTTY tuning meter


The transceiver has an RTTY tuning indicator to be
tuned correctly and easily. RTTY tuning meter

The RTTY tuning meter is automatically displayed ANT


1
BW 350 SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
TX
TX VFO RTTY FIL2
when the RTTY filter is turned ON. METER
Po
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q Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode. P.AMP
1 VFO USB
w Push [RTTY FIL] to activate the RTTY filter and
FIL2

ATT qr.wpt.pp
RTTY tuning meter. OFF
1 14.100.00 USB

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D Editing RTTY memory


The contents of the RTTY memories can be set using • Programming contents
the memory edit menu. The memory can memorize q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
and re-transmit 8 RTTY contents for often-used RTTY w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
sentences. Total capacity of the memory is 70 char- e Push [(F-3)DECODE] then [(F-1)MENU1] to select
acters per memory channel. the RTTY decode menu 2.
r Push [(F-2)EDIT] to enter the RTTY memory edit
[123]/[etc] [ABC] [(F-3)DEL] [(F-4)SPACE] screen. 4
t Push [(F-5)RT1..8] several times to select the de-
sired memory channel.
y Select the desired character group by pushing the
character group keys ([ABC], [123] or [etc]) sev-
eral times.
• [etc] appears when [123] is pushed when “123” char-
acter group is selected.
• Selectabel characters (with the tuning dial);
[(F-1)Ω] [(F-2)≈] [EXIT/SET] [(F-5)RT1..8] Key selection Editable characters

ABC
A to Z (capital leters)
Selected ABC R T T Y MEMORY
RTTY M E M O R Y EDIT
EDIT
character D E  I
DE C O M  I
ICOM C O M  K
ICOM
RT1
RT1
D E  I
DE C O M  I
ICOM C O M  I
ICOM ICOM
COM K
123 0 to 9 (numbers)
RT2
RT2
Character ABC
Q S L  U
QSL URR  5 9 9 - 5 9 9  B
599-599 BKK
RT3
RT3
group Q S L  D
QSL DEE  I C O M  I
ICOM C O M  U
ICOM UR  5 9 9 - 5 9 9  B
R 599-599 BKK
keys 123 RT4
RT4 etc ! $ & ? " ' – / . , : ; ( ) ↵
ç å DEL SPACE RT1..8

Memory ch
select u Select the desired character by rotating the tuning
dial or by pushing the band key for number input.
• Push [(F-1)Ω
Ω] or [(F-2)≈
≈] for cursor movement.
• Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
• Pre-programmed contents • Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.
CH Contents i Repeat step u until the desired contents are input.
RT1 ↵DE ICOM ICOM K↵ o Push [(F-5)RT1..8] to select the next memory
channel and repeat step u for character input, if
RT2 ↵DE ICOM ICOM ICOM K↵ desired.
RT3 ↵QSL UR 599–599 BK↵ !0 Push [EXIT/SET] to set the contents and exit
RTTY memory edit screen.
RT4 ↵QSL DE ICOM ICOM UR 599–599 BK↵
RT5 ↵73 GL SK↵
RT6 ↵CQ CQ CQ DE ICOM ICOM ICOM K↵
RT7 (blank)
RT8 (blank)

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D RTTY decoder set mode


This set mode is used to set the decode USOS func- • Setting the contents
tion, etc. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
[(F-3)DEF] w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
e Push [(F-3)DECODE] then [(F-1)MENU1] to select
RTTY decode menu 2.
r Push [(F-4)SET] to select RTTY decode set mode.
t Push [(F-1)Y
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired set
item.
y Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default condition
or value.
[(F-1)∫] [(F-2)√] [EXIT/SET] u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit from set mode.

AGC R T T Y D E C O D E SET
RTTY SET
MID R T T Y D
Y D e c o de U
d e USOS
SOS ON
O N
R T T Y D
Y D e c o de N
d e New L
e w Line C
i n e Code
ode CR,LF,CR+LF
CR,LF,CR+LF
RTTY R T T Y T
Y T X   U SOS
SOS ON
ON
FIL
ON

1/4
OFF

é è DEF

RTTY Decode USOS


This item selects the USOS (UnShift On Space) func- ON OFF
tion of the internal RTTY decoder. Decode as letter code Decode as character code
(default)

RTTY Decode New Line Code


This item selects the new line code of the internal CR,LF,CR+LF CR+LF
RTTY decoder. CR, LF and CR+LF CR+LF only
(default)
CR : Carriage Return
LF : Line Feed

RTTY TX USOS
This item selects the FIGS insertion even changing ON OFF
from LTRS to FIGS does not necessary when send- Inserts FIGS Not insert FIGS
ing a numeral or symbol character after a space. (default)

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■ Operating AM q Push a band key to select the desired band.


w Push [AM/FM] to select AM.
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys • “AM” indicator appears.
• After AM mode is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle be-
tween AM and FM modes.
e Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired frequency.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.
r Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening 4
level.
t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to trans-
[AF] [MIC GAIN] [AM/FM] Tuning dial mit.
• The TX indicator lights red.
y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice
level.
• Adjust the microphone gain with [MIC GAIN] at this step,
if necessary.
u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive


• Preamp (p. 57) • Noise blanker (p. 64)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp ➥ Push [NB] switch to turn the noise blanker ON
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. and OFF.
• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or • Noise blanker indicator (in [NB] switch) lights when
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on the noise blanker is set to ON.
operating frequency band) ➥ Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker
level set mode, then rotate the tuning dial to ad-
• Attenuator (p. 57) just the threshold level.
➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in
6 dB steps. • Notch filter (p. 64)
• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenua- ➥ Push [NOTCH] switch to turn the auto or manual
tor is set to ON. notch function ON and OFF.
• Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating fre-
• Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 62) quency for manual notch operation.
➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer). • Notch indicator (in [NOTCH] switch) lights when either
• Push [PBT CLR] to clear the settings. the auto or manual notch is set to ON.
• Noise reduction (p. 65) • AGC (auto gain control) (p. 59)
➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON ➥ Push [AGC] switch several times to select
and OFF. AGC FAST, AGC MID or AGC SLOW.
• Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level. ➥ Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter the AGC set mode.
• Noise reduction indicator (in [NR] switch) lights when • Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the time constant.
the noise reduction is set to ON.

D Convenient functions for transmit


• Transmit quality monitor (p. 70) • VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 66)
➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON ➥ Push [VOX] to turn the VOX function ON and
and OFF. OFF.
• Monitor indicator (in [MONITOR] switch) lights when • “VOX ON” appears when the VOX function is set to
the monitor function is set to ON. ON.
➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select the monitor level item • Audio tone control (p. 95)
with [(F-1)YY]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial ➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
to adjust the monitor gain. enter level set mode. Select an item with [(F-
Y]/[(F-2)Z
1)Y Z] then rotate the tuning dial to adjust
the audio tone.
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■ Operating FM q Push a band key to select the desired band.


w Push [AM/FM] to select FM.
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys • “FM” indicator appears.
• After FM mode is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle be-
tween FM and AM modes.
e Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired frequency.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.
• 10 kHz tuning step is preset for FM mode.
r Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
[AF] [MIC GAIN] [AM/FM] Tuning dial t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to trans-
mit.
• The TX indicator lights red.
y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice
level.
• Adjust the microphone gain with [MIC GAIN] at this step,
if necessary.
u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive


• Preamp (p. 57) • Notch filter (p. 64)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp ➥ Push [NOTCH] switch to turn the auto notch func-
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. tion ON and OFF.
• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or • Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating fre-
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on quency for manual notch operation.
operating frequency band) • Notch indicator (in [NOTCH] switch) lights when the
auto notch is set to ON.
• Attenuator (p. 57)
➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in
6 dB steps.
• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenua-
tor is set to ON.

D Convenient functions for transmit


• Transmit quality monitor (p. 70) • VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 66)
➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON ➥ Push [VOX] to turn the VOX function ON and
and OFF. OFF.
• Monitor indicator (in [MONITOR] switch) lights when • “VOX ON” appears when the VOX function is set to
the monitor function is set to ON. ON.
➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select the monitor level item • Audio tone control (p. 95)
with [(F-1)YY]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial ➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
to adjust the monitor gain. enter level set mode. Select an item with [(F-
Y]/[(F-2)Z
1)Y Z] then rotate the tuning dial to adjust
the audio tone.

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■ Repeater operation
A repeater amplifies received signals and retransmits q Set the offset frequencies (HF, 50 MHz) and turn
them at a different frequency. When using a repeater, ON the quick split function in set mode (others) in
the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive fre- advance. (p. 69)
quency by an offset frequency. A repeater can be ac- w Push [VFO/MEMO] to select VFO mode.
cessed using split frequency operation with the shift e Push the desired band key.
frequency set to the repeater’s offset frequency. r Push [AM/FM] several times to select FM mode.
For accessing a repeater which requires a repeater
t Set the receive frequency (repeater output fre- 4
quency).
tone, set the repeater tone frequency in set mode y Push [SPLIT] for 1 sec. to start repeater operation.
as described below. • Repeater tone is turned ON automatically.
• Shifted transmit frequency and “TX” appear in the sub
[VFO/MEMO] [SPLIT] Band keys readout.
• The transmit frequency can be monitored while pushing
[XFC] or using dualwatch.
u Push and hold [PTT] to transmit; release [PTT] to
receive.
i To return to simplex, push [SPLIT] momentarily to
clear the sub display.

[AM/FM] Tuning dial [XFC]

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Shifted frequency appears. Tone encoder is auto-


matically turned ON.

D Setting the repeater tone


Some repeaters require subaudible tones to be ac- q Select FM mode.
cessed. Subaudible tones are superimposed over w Push [TONE] for 1 sec. to enter tone set mode.
your normal signal and must be set in advance. The e Push [(F-1)Y
Y] to select “REPEATER TONE” item.
transceiver has 50 tones from 67.0 Hz to 254.1 Hz. r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired re-
peater tone frequency.
Each memory channel can store an independent set-
TONE FREQUENCY
ting. AGC
FAST

VOX REPEATER TONE 88.5Hz


OFF T-SQL TONE 88.5Hz

TONE
OFF

é è DEF T-SCAN

t Push [EXIT/SET] to exit tone set mode.

Available repeater tones (Unit: Hz)


67.0 085.4 107.2 136.5 165.5 186.2 210.7 254.1
[TONE] [(F-1)Y] [AM/FM] [EXIT/SET] Tuning dial 69.3 088.5 110.9 141.3 167.9 189.9 218.1
71.9 091.5 114.8 146.2 171.3 192.8 225.7
74.4 094.8 118.8 151.4 173.8 196.6 229.1
CONVENIENT 77.0 097.4 123.0 156.7 177.3 199.5 233.6
79.7 100.0 127.3 159.8 179.9 203.5 241.8
Store repeater tone frequencies and ON/OFF settings 82.5 103.5 131.8 162.2 183.5 206.5 250.3
in memory channels for easy recall.

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■ Tone squelch operation


The tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal q Set the desired frequency band and select FM
containing a matching subaudible tone. You can mode.
silently wait for calls from group members using the w Push [TONE] several times until “TSQL” appears.
same tone. ANT 15k SFT 0 qw:pp
BW
1 12:00
TX
TX VFO FM FIL2 TSQL

[VFO/MEMO] [SPLIT] Band keys METER


Po
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1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
1 VFO FM FIL2 TSQL

ATT wo.tip.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB

e Push [TONE] for 1 sec. to enter tone set mode.


TONE FREQUENCY
AGC
FAST

VOX REPEATER TONE 88.5Hz


OFF T-SQL TONE 88.5Hz
[AM/FM] Tuning dial [XFC]
TONE
OFF

é è DEF T-SCAN

Available tone squelch tones (Unit: Hz) r Push [(F-2)Z


Z] to select the “T-SQL TONE” item.
67.0 085.4 107.2 136.5 165.5 186.2 210.7 254.1 t Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired tone
69.3 088.5 110.9 141.3 167.9 189.9 218.1 squelch frequency.
71.9 091.5 114.8 146.2 171.3 192.8 225.7 • Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default setting.
74.4 094.8 118.8 151.4 173.8 196.6 229.1 y Push [EXIT/SET] to return to the previous indica-
77.0 097.4 123.0 156.7 177.3 199.5 233.6 tion.
79.7 100.0 127.3 159.8 179.9 203.5 241.8
u When the received signal includes a matching tone,
82.5 103.5 131.8 162.2 183.5 206.5 250.3
squelch opens and the signal can be heard.
• When the received signal’s tone does not match, tone
squelch does not open, however, the S-indicator shows
signal strength.
• To open the squelch manually, push [XFC].
i Operate the transceiver in the normal way.
o To cancel the tone squelch, push [TONE] to clear
“TSQL.”

CONVENIENT
Store tone squelch frequencies and ON/OFF settings
in memory channels for easy recall.

53
RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

■ Data mode (SSTV/PSK31) operation


[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys When operating SSTV or PSK31 with your PC soft-
ware, consult the manual that comes with the software.

q Connect a PC to the transceiver. (p. 19)


w Push a band key to select the desired band.
e Push [SSB] or [AM/FM] to select the desired oper-
ating mode.
r Push the same key for 1 sec. to turn data mode ON.
4
• “-D” indicator additionally appears.
t Rotate the tuning dial to tune into the desired signal
[AF] [MIC GAIN] [AM/FM] Tuning dial
and decoded correctly.
• Also use the tuning indicator of the software.
• During SSB data mode, 1⁄4 tuning function can be used
for critical tuning.
y Operate the PC (software) to transmit.
• When operating in SSB data mode, adjust the AF output
level from PC so that the ALC meter reading doesn’t go
outside the ALC zone.

✔ For your information NOTE: When SSB data mode is selected, the audio
Carrier point frequency is displayed when SSB data input from the [ACC(1)] (pin 6) is used for transmis-
mode is selected. sion instead of [MIC]’s.
See the diagram below for the tone-pair example. The fixed condition is used for SSB data transmis-
sion as follow.
2325 Hz • [COMP] : OFF
• Tx bandwidth : MID
200 Hz 2125 Hz
• Tx Tone (Bass) :0
• Tx Tone (Trebles) : 0

Carrier point
(displayed frequency)

54
5 FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ Spectrum scope screen


This function allows you to display the relative q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
strengths of signals around the center frequency. The function screen, if necessary.
span can be set to ±12.5 kHz, ±25 kHz, ±50 kHz and w Push [(F-1)SCOPE] to select the scope screen.
±100 kHz. Ideal for monitoring band conditions in an e Push [(F-1)SPAN] several times to select the scope
instant. span.
r Push [(F-2)ATT] several times to activate an atten-
[(F-3)MARKER] [(F-4)HOLD]
uator or turn the attenuator OFF.
• 10, 20 and 30 dB attenuators are available.
t Push [(F-3)MARKER] several times to select the
marker (sub readout or transmit frequency) or turn
the marker OFF.
• “TX MARKER” displays the marker at the transmit fre-
quency.
• “SUB MARKER” displays the marker at the sub readout
frequency.
y Push [(F-4)HOLD] to freeze the current spectrum
[(F-1)SPAN] [(F-2)ATT] [EXIT/SET] [(F-5)SET] waveform.
• “HOLD” appears while the function is in use.
ANT qw:pp
u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the scope screen.
BW 2.4k SFT 0
1 12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qot.pp If a strong signal is received, a ghost waveform may
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
appear. Push [(F-2)ATT] several times to activate
1 VFO USB FIL2
the spectrum scope attenuator in this case.
ATT qr.wpq.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB
-12.5k SPECTRUM SCOPE +12.5k
AGC
MID Grid
2.5k
10dB
VOX ATT
OFF 10dB
SUB
COMP
MARKER
OFF
WIDE HOLD

SPAN ATT MARKER HOLD SET

Appears when the Sub readout Appears when the


marker is out of range. or TX marker marker is out of range.

D Mini scope screen


This mini scope screen can be displayed with another ➥ Push [MAIN/SUB•M.SCOPE] for 1 sec. to toggle
screen indication, such as set mode menu, decoder the mini scope indication ON and OFF.
screen, memory list screen, etc. simultaneously. ANT BW 350 SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00
TX V F O wq≥qpp≥pp R T T Y FIL2

METER VFO 14.100.00 SSB FIL2


[MAIN/SUB•M.SCOPE] Po
- 12.5k SPECTRUM SCOPE + 12.5k
Grid
P.AMP 2.5k
10dB
1

ATT
OFF

AGC RTTY DECODE


MID ****
* * * * RTTY
R T T Y Encode/Decode
E n c o d e / D e c o d e Monitor
M o n i t o r ****
****
45bps
4 5 b p s BAUDOT
BAUDOT Mark=2125Hz,
M a r k = 2 1 2 5 H z , Shift=170Hz
Shift=170Hz
RTTY Max.62
M a x . 6 2 Charascters
C h a r a s c t e r s x 8ch
8 c h TXT X Memory
Memory
FIL If
I f RTTY-FIL
R T T Y - F I L is
i s OFF,
O F F , Please
P l e a s e turn
t u r n ON.
ON.
ON

1/4
OFF THRESHOLD 9

<MENU1> HLD/CLR TX MEM ADJ WIDE

55
FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE 4

D Scope set mode


The spectrum scope shows the transmit signal wave- The spectrum scope shows the transmit signal wave-
form while transmitting. This can be deactivated if de- form while transmitting. This can be deactivated if de-
sired. sired.

When “OFF” is selected, the spectrum scope holds


the received waveform while transmitting and does
not show the transmit waveform.

q During spectrum scope indication ON, push [(F-5)


SET] to select scope set mode screen. 5
w Push [(F-5)SET] to select the spectrum scope set
mode.
e Push [(F-1)Y
Y] or [(F-2)ZZ] to select the desired set
[(F-1)Y] [(F-2)Z] [EXIT/SET] [(F-3)DEF]
item.
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired condi-
tion.
AGC
MID S c o p e d
e during T
u r i n g Tx
x
S C O P E SET
SCOPE S ET
ON
O N
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default condition.
VOX
M a x 
x Hold
Hold ON
ON t Push [EXIT/SET] to exit spectrum scope set
OFF
mode.
COMP
OFF
WIDE

é è DEF

Scope during Tx
Turn the transmitting signal waveform indication ON When “OFF” is selected, the spectrum scope holds
and OFF. the received waveform while transmitting and does
not show the transmit waveform. (default: ON)

Max Hold
Turn the peak level holding function ON and OFF. (default: ON)

56
5 FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ Preamplifier
The preamp amplifies received signals in the front ➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp
end circuit to improve the S/N ratio and increase the OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.
sensitivity. Set this to preamp 1 or preamp 2 when re- • “P. AMP1” activates 10 dB preamp for HF all bands.
ceiving weak signals. • “P. AMP2” activates 16 dB high-gain preamp for
24 MHz band and above.

Regarding the use of the “P.AMP 2”


[P.AMP]
(Pre-amplifier 2)
The “P.AMP 2” is a high gain receive amplifier. When
the “P.AMP 2” is used during times of strong electric
fields, distortion sometimes results. In such cases,
use the transceiver with the “P.AMP 1” or “P.AMP
OFF” setting.

The “P.AMP 2” is most effective when:


• Used on bands above 24 MHz and when electric
fields are weak.
• Receive sensitivity is insufficient during low gain, or
while using a narrow band antenna (such as small
loop, a Beverage antenna or a short Yagi antenna,
etc.) is used.

■ Attenuator
The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distor- ➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator 6
tion when very strong signals are near the desired fre- dB, 12 dB, 18 dB or OFF.
quency or when very strong electric fields, such as • “ATT 6dB,” “ATT 12dB,” “ATT 18dB” and “ATT OFF” ap-
from broardcasting stations, are near your location. pears respectively.

[ATT]

57
FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE 5

■ RIT function
The RIT (Receive Increment Tuning) function com- q Push [RIT] to turn the RIT function ON and OFF.
pensates for off-frequencies of the communicating • “ RIT ” and the shifting frequency appear when the
station. function is ON.
The function shifts the receive frequency up to ±9.999 ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1
kHz in 1 Hz steps (10 Hz steps when cancelling the 1 T X VFO
TX USB FIL2
12:00

Hz step readout) without moving the transmit fre- METER


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quency. P.AMP
RIT
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• See #1 on p. 5 for function description. 1

5
[CLEAR] w Rotate the [RIT/∂
∂TX] control.
RIT/∂TX

Low shift High shift

e To reset the RIT frequency, push [CLEAR] for


1 sec.
• Push [CLEAR] momentarily to reset the RIT frequency
[RIT] [RIT/∂TX] when the quick RIT/∂TX clear function is ON. (p. 103)
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2

METER
Po
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1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
RIT
p.pp Reset to
1 “0.00”
When RIT and ∂TX are ON at the same time, the
∂TX] control shifts both the transmit and re-
[RIT/∂
ceive frequencies from the displayed frequency at r To cancel the RIT function, push [RIT] again.
•“ RIT ” disappears.
the same time.

• Calculate function • Practical example


The shift frequency of the RIT (or ∂TX) function can When you find a DX station on 21.025 MHz/CW and
be added/subtracted to the displayed frequency. the station is picking up stations transmitting slightly
up from 21.025 MHz.
While displaying the RIT (and/or ∂TX) shift fre-
quency, push [RIT] (or [∂
∂TX]) for 1 sec. q Push [RIT] and [∂ ∂TX] to turn both the RIT and
∂TX functions ON.
ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
w Rotate [RIT/∂
∂TX] to find the DX station’s receive
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2
frequency.
METER
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Po
1 14.100.00 USB e When you find the DX station’s receive frequency,
P.AMP
RIT
p.wt push [RIT] to turn the RIT function OFF.
1

RIT
• Now you can transmit the DX station’s receive fre-
Push and hold quency and receive the DX station’s transmit fre-
quency (21.025 MHz).
ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
r Start transmitting while the station is standing by.
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2

METER
Po
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1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
RIT
p.pp
1

58
5 FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ AGC function
The AGC (auto gain control) controls receiver gain to [AGC]
produce a constant audio output level even when the
received signal strength is varied by fading, etc.

The transceiver has 3 AGC characteristics (time con-


stant; fast, mid, slow) for non-FM mode.

The FM mode AGC time constant is fixed as ‘FAST’


(0.1 sec.) and AGC time constant cannot be se-
lected.
[(F-3)DEF] [EXIT/SET]

• AGC time constant selection • Setting the AGC time constant


q Select non-FM mode. q Select the desired mode other than FM mode.
w Push [AGC] several times to select AGC fast, AGC w Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter AGC set mode.
medium (MID) or AGC slow. ANT qw:pp
BW 2.4k SFT 0
1 12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

AGC
MID Medium AGC time constant
METER
Po
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1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2
AGC
SLOW Slow AGC time constant ATT qr.wpt.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB
AGC
AGC
AGC MID
FAST Fast AGC time constant SSB CW RTTY AM FM
VOX FAST 0.3 0.1 0.1 3.0 0.1
OFF
MID 2.0 0.5 0.5 5.0 ---
COMP SLOW 6.0 1.2 1.2 7.0 ---
OFF
(sec)
WIDE

DEF

• Selectable AGC time constant (unit: sec.)


Mode Default Selectable AGC time constant e Push [AGC] several times to select FAST time
0.3 (FAST) constant.
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2,
SSB 2.0 (MID) r Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired time con-
1.6, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0 stant for ‘AGC FAST.’
6.0 (SLOW)
• AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to 8.0 sec.
0.1 (FAST) (depends on mode) or turned OFF.
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2,
CW 0.5 (MID) • Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default value.
1.6, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0
1.2 (SLOW) t Push [AGC] to select medium time constant.
0.1 (FAST) y Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired time con-
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2, stant for ‘AGC MID.’
RTTY 0.5 (MID)
1.6, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0 • AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to 8.0 sec.
1.2 (SLOW)
(depends on mode) or turned OFF.
3.0 (FAST) • Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default value.
OFF, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2, 1.6, 2.0,
AM 5.0 (MID)
2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0
u Push [AGC] to select slow time constant.
7.0 (SLOW) i Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired time con-
FM 0.1 (FAST) Fixed stant for ‘AGC SLOW.’
• AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to 8.0 sec.
(depends on mode) or turned OFF.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default value.
o Select another mode other than FM. Repeat steps
e to i if desired.
!0 Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the AGC set mode
screen.

59
FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE 5

■ Twin PBT operation


General PBT (Passband Tuning) function electronically [TWIN PBT]
narrows the IF passband width by shifting the IF fre-
quency to slightly outside of the IF filter passband to
reject interference. This transceiver uses the DSP cir-
cuit for the PBT function. Moving both [TWIN PBT]
controls to the same position shifts the IF.

➥ The LCD shows the passband width and shift fre-


quency graphically.
➥ Push [FILTER] for 1 sec. to enter the filter set 5
[FILTER] [PBT CLR]
mode. Current passband width and shift frequency
is displayed in the filter set mode screen. Shows filter width, shifting value and condition
➥ To set the [TWIN PBT] controls to the center posi-
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
tions, push [PBT CLR] for 1 sec. 1
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2
12:00

METER
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The variable range depends on the passband width Po
1 14.100.00 USB

and mode. The edge of the variable range is half of the P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2

passband width, and PBT is adjustable in 25 or 50 Hz ATT qr.wpt.pp


OFF
steps. These controls function as an IF shift control 1 14.100.00 USB

while in AM mode and when the RTTY filter is turned


ON. Only the inner control may function in this case. • [TWIN PBT] should normally be set to the center posi-
IF shift is adjustable in 20/40 Hz steps in RTTY (RTTY tions (PBT setting is cleared) when there is no interfer-
filter is turned ON) or 150/300/500 Hz steps in AM. ence.
• When PBT is used, the audio tone may be changed.
• Not available for FM mode.
• While rotating [TWIN PBT], noise may occur. This comes
from the DSP unit and does not indicate an equipment
malfunction.

PBT OPERATION EXAMPLE

Both controls at Cutting a lower Cutting both higher and


center position passband lower passbands

TWIN PBT TWIN PBT TWIN PBT

Passband Passband

IF center frequency Interference Desired signal Interference Interference


Desired signal

60
5 FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ IF filter selection
The transceiver has 3 passband width IF filters for
each mode.

For SSB and CW modes, the passband width can be


set within 50 to 3600 Hz in 50 or 100 Hz steps. A total
of 41 passband widths are available.

For RTTY mode, the passband width can be set within


50 to 2700 Hz in 50 or 100 Hz steps. A total of 32 [FILTER]
passband widths are available.

For AM and FM modes, the passband width is fixed The filter selection is automatically memorized in
and 3 passband widths are available. each mode.
The PBT shift frequencies are automatically memo-
rized in each filter.

• IF filter selection Passband Selected


q Select the desired mode. width IF filter
w For RTTY mode, turn OFF the RTTY filter by push- ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
ing [RTTY FIL]. TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

e Push [FILTER] several times to select the IF filter


METER
Po
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1 14.100.00 USB
1, 2 or 3. P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2
• The selected passband width and filter number is dis-
ATT qr.wpt.pp
played in the LCD. OFF
1 14.100.00 USB
FILTER
AGC
MID

• Filter passband width setting VOX


SSB

OFF FIL 1
FI 3.0k
300 1500 2700
(SSB, CW and RTTY mode only) COMP PBT1
FIL 2
FI 2.4K

q Select SSB, CW or RTTY mode. OFF


WIDE
PBT2
FIL 3
FI 1.8K

• Passband widths for AM and FM modes are fixed and BW DEF

cannot be set.
w For RTTY mode, turn OFF the RTTY filter by push-
ing [RTTY FIL]. Mode Filter Default Range (Steps)
e Push [FILTER] for 1 sec. to enter filter set mode. FIL1 3.0 kHz
r Push [FILTER] several times to select the desired SSB FIL2 2.4 kHz
50–500 Hz (50 Hz)/
IF filter. 600–3.6 kHz (100 Hz)
FIL3 1.8 kHz
t While pushing [(F-1)BW], rotate the tuning dial to
FIL1 1.2 kHz
set the desired passband width. SSB-D 50–500 Hz (50 Hz)/
• The passband width can be set within the range as FIL2 500 Hz
CW 600–3.6 kHz (100 Hz)
shown right table. FIL3 250 Hz
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default value. FIL1 2.4 kHz
y Repeat steps r to t if desired. 50–500 Hz (50 Hz)/
RTTY FIL2 500 Hz
u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the filter set mode screen. 600–2.7 kHz (100 Hz)
FIL3 250 Hz
The PBT shift frequencies are cleared when the FIL1 9.0 kHz
passband width is changed. AM FIL2 6.0 kHz Fixed
FIL3 3.0 kHz
This filter set mode screen graphically displays the FIL1 15 kHz
PBT shift frequencies and CW pitch operations.
FM* FIL2 10 kHz Fixed
FIL3 7.0 kHz

*: When the IF filter is selected FIL2 or FIL3 in the FM


mode operation, the Tx IF filter’s passband width is
fixed narrow selection (2.5 kHz).

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE 5

■ DSP filter shape


The type of DSP filter shape for each SSB and CW q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
can be selected independently from soft and sharp. function screen, if necessary.
w Push [EXIT/SET] switch for 1 sec. to enter set
mode.
e Push [(F-3)DSP] to enter the DSP filter set mode.
r Push one of [(F-2)SSB-FIL] or [(F-4)CW-FIL] to
select the desired DSP filter shape from sharp and
soft for each SSB or CW mode, respectively.
t Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the set mode. 5
[(F-2)SSB-FIL] [(F-3)DSP] [EXIT/SET] [(F-4)CW-FIL]

DSP FILTER SET


AGC
MID SSB SHARP CW SHARP

BK-IN
OFF

1/4
OFF

SSB-FIL CW-FIL

Push F-2 Push F-4

SSB SOFT CW SOFT

62
5 FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ Dualwatch operation
Dualwatch monitors 2 frequencies with the same mode q Set a desired frequency.
simultaneously. w Push [DUALWATCH] for 1 sec.
• Equalized receive frequency and “ DUAL-W ” appear in
During dualwatch, both frequencies should be on the the LCD. This quick dualwatch function can be turned
same band, because the bandpass filter in the RF cir- OFF in set mode. (p. 100)
cuit is selected for the main readout frequency. • Pushing [DUALWATCH] momentarily activates the du-
alwatch with the previously operated frequency.

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

METER
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P.AMP DUAL-W
D UAL-W
1 56 USB FIL2

ATT wq.wop.pp
OFF
VFO
VFO 14.100.00 USB

e Set another desired frequency using the tuning dial.


[BAL] [DUALWATCH] [CHANGE] [SPLIT]
r Adjust [BAL] to set a suitable signal strength bal-
ance between the main and sub readout frequen-
cies.
RIT function can be used for the main readout only. • S-meter shows the combined signal strength.
∂TX function can be used for the transmit readout t To transmit on the sub readout frequency, push
(main readout when the split function is OFF; sub [CHANGE] or [SPLIT].
readout when the split function is ON).

• Scanning during dualwatch ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


Scanning operates only for the main readout. To op- 1
VFO USB FIL2
qw:pp

erate the scan during dualwatch, scan on the main METER


Po
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readout and use the sub readout for your QSO using 1
SPLIT
SPLIT
14.100.00
DUAL-W
D UAL-W
USB
P.AMP
both dualwatch and split frequency operation. 1 TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

ATT wq.wop.pp
OFF
q Program the desired programmed scan edges in 1 14.100.00 USB

the same amateur band. See p. 79 for program-


ming. y Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
• If you plan to operate a ∂F scan, programming the • Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func-
scan edges may not be necessary. tion screen, if necessary.
w Push [SPLIT] to turn the split frequency function u Push [(F-1)PROG] or [(F-2)∂
∂F] to start the pro-
ON. grammed scan or ∂F scan, respectively.
•“ SPLIT ” appears. • Scan activates on the main readout between the pro-
grammed scan edges or within the ∂F span.
ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
• Transmitting on the sub readout stops the scan.
VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
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1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
1 14.100.00 USB VFO USB FIL2

wq.wtp.pp
P.AMP SPLIT
SPLIT
METER
1 TX
TX VFO USB FIL2 Po
1 14.100.00 USB
ATT qr.wpt.pp P.AMP SPLIT
SPLIT DUAL-W
D UAL-W
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB 1 TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

ATT wq.wop.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB
e Select VFO mode for the main readout. AGC
SCAN

r Set the desired operating frequency for the main MID


PROGRAM SCAN

readout. VOX
OFF
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
t Push [DUALWATCH] for 1 sec. COMP
OFF
Programmed P1: 21.000.00MHz
scan edges P2: 21.450.00MHz
• The main and sub readout frequencies are equalized WIDE

PROG ∂F FINE ∂ F SPAN SET


and the dualwatch function is turned ON.

i To cancel the scan, push [EXIT/SET].

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE 5

■ Noise blanker
The noise blanker eliminates pulse-type noise such q Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker ON.
as from car ignitions. The noise blanker is not avail- • [NB] indicator lights.
able for FM mode. w Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker
level set mode.
e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the noise blanker
level.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to return to default value.
r Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker OFF.
• [NB] indicator goes off. 5
When using the noise blanker, received signals
may be distorted if they are excessively strong.
[NB] [(F-3)DEF] Tuning dial

NB
AGC
MID NB Level 50%

VOX
ON

COMP
OFF
WIDE

DEF

■ Notch function
This transceiver has auto and manual notch func-
tions. The auto notch function automatically attenu-
ates more than 3 beat tones, tuning signals, etc.,
even if they are moving. The manual notch can be set
to attenuate a frequency via the [NOTCH] control.

➥ Push [NOTCH] to toggle the notch function be-


tween auto, manual and OFF in SSB and AM
modes. [NOTCH](switch) [NOTCH](control)
➥ Push [NOTCH] to turn the manual notch function
ON and OFF in CW mode.
Auto notch OFF Auto notch ON
➥ Push [NOTCH] to turn the auto notch function ON
and OFF in FM mode.
• Set to attenuate a frequency for manual notch via the
[NOTCH] control. Desired Desired
• “AN” appears when auto notch is in use. signal (AF) signal (AF)
• “MN” appears when manual notch is in use.

While operating the manual notch, noise may be


heard. This comes from the DSP unit and does not
indicate an equipment malfunction. Unwanted tone Particular frequency
frequency is attenuated

64
5 FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ Noise reduction
The noise reduction function reduces noise compo-
nents and picks out desired signals which are buried
in noise. The received signals are converted to digital
signals and then the desired signals are separated
from the noise.

q Push the [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction


ON.
• [NR] indicator lights. [NR](control) [NR](switch)
w Rotate the [NR] control to adjust the noise reduc-
tion level.
e Push the [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction Noise reduction OFF Noise reduction activated
OFF.
BAL NR BAL NR
• [NR] indicator lights off.

Deep rotation of the [NR] control results in audio


signal masking or distortion. Set the [NR] control
OFF
for maximum readability.
Noise components Desired
signal (CW)

■ Dial lock function


The dial lock function prevents changes by accidental [LOCK] indicator
movement of the tuning dial. The lock function elec-
tronically locks the dial.

➥ Push [LOCK/SPEECH] to toggle the dial lock func-


tion ON and OFF.
• The [LOCK] indicator lights when the dial lock function
is in use.

[LOCK/SPEECH] switch

65
FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT 6
■ VOX function
The VOX (Voice-Operated Transmission) function
switches between transmit and receive with your voice.
This function provides an opportunity to input log en-
tries into your computer, etc., while operating.

D Using the VOX function

[VOX] q Select a phone mode (SSB, AM, FM).


5
w Push [VOX] to turn the VOX function ON or OFF.
• “VOX ON” appears while the VOX is in use. 6

D Adjusting the VOX function

[VOX] q Select a phone mode (SSB, AM, FM).


w Push [VOX] to turn VOX function ON.
e Push [VOX] for 1 sec. to enter VOX set mode.
r Select the VOX gain item using [(F-1)Y Y] or [(F-
Z].
2)Z
t While speaking into the microphone, rotate the
tuning dial to the point where the transceiver is
continuously transmitting.
y Adjust the VOX delay for a convenient interval be-
fore returning to receive.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
- Select the VOX delay item using [(F-1)Y Z].
ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
- Rotate the tuning dial.
TX
TX VFO USB
u If the receive audio from the speaker switches to
FIL2

METER
qr.qot.pp
Po
1 14.100.00 USB transmit, adjust the anti VOX to the point where it
P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2
has no effect.
ATT qr.wpt.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB
VOX
AGC
MID VOX  Ga i n  50%
Anti- V O X  50%
VOX VOX  De l a y 0.2s
OFF

COMP
OFF
WIDE

é è DEF

66
6 FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT

■ Break-in function
The break-in function is used in CW mode to automat-
ically toggle the transceiver between transmit and re-
ceive when keying. The IC-756PROIII is capable for
full break-in or semi break-in.

D Semi break-in operation


During semi break-in operation, the transceiver se- q Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or CW-R mode.
lects transmit when keying, then automatically returns w Push [BK-IN] several times to turn the semi break-
to receive after a pre-set time from when you stop in function ON.
keying. • “BK-IN SEMI” appears.
e Rotate [BK-IN DELAY] to set the break-in delay
[BK-IN] time (the delay from transmit to receive).

When using a paddle, rotate [KEY SPEED] to ad-


just the keying speed.

[BK-IN DELAY] [KEY SPEED]

D Full break-in operation


During full break-in operation, the transceiver auto- q Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or CW-R mode.
matically selects transmit while keying and returns to w Push [BK-IN] several times to turn the full break-in
receive immediately after keying is finished. function ON.
• “BK-IN FULL” appears.
[BK-IN]
When using a paddle, rotate [KEY SPEED] to ad-
just the keying speed.

[BK-IN DELAY] [KEY SPEED]

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FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT 6

■ Transmit filter width setting (SSB only)


The transmit filter width for SSB mode can be se- ➥ During USB or LSB mode selection, push [COMP]
lected from wide, middle and narrow. for 1 sec. several times to select the desired trans-
mit filter width from wide, middle and narrow.
• The filter functions regardless of the speech compres-
sor use.
• The following filters are specified as the default. Each
of the filter width can be re-set in level set mode.
(pgs. 95, 96)
WIDE : 100 Hz to 2.9 kHz
MID : 300 Hz to 2.7 kHz
NAR : 500 Hz to 2.5 kHz

[COMP]
6

■ Speech compressor
The speech compressor increases average RF out-
COMP meter
put power, improving signal strength and readability
in SSB mode. 9 + 20
5 + 40
1 + 60dB
10 25 50
• Speech compressor S
Po
0
2 3
100

1 1.5
q Select USB or LSB mode. SWR
COMP
0
10 20
dB
w Push [COMP] momentarily to turn the speech ALC

compressor ON and OFF.


e Push [COMP] for 1 sec. to select between narrow,
middle or wide transmit filter. When the ALC meter peaks above the ALC zone,
• Transmit filter width: (see above for details) your transmitted voice may be distorted.
NAR 2.0 kHz
MID 2.4 kHz
WIDE 2.8 kHz [METER] [COMP] (switch)

• Compression level setting


q Select USB or LSB mode.
w Preset the transceiver as follows:
‘COMP’ function : OFF
‘METER’ function : ALC
[MIC GAIN] control : Center position
[COMP] control : Center position
[RF POWER] control : Max. counterclockwise [RF POWER] [COMP] (control)
e Transmit at your normal voice level. [MIC GAIN]
r Adjust the [MIC GAIN] control so that the ALC
meter reads within the ALC zone, whether or not
you speak softly or loudly.
t Push [COMP] momentarily to turn the speech
compressor ON.
y Push [METER] once to select the COMP meter.
u Adjust the [COMP] control so that the COMP
meter reads within 10 dB and 20 dB.

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6 FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT

■ ∂TX function
The ∂TX function shifts the transmit frequency up to q Push [∂
∂TX] switch.
±9.999 kHz in 1 Hz steps (10 Hz steps when can- • “ ∂TX
TX ” and the shifting frequency appear when the
celling the 1 Hz step readout) without moving the re- function is ON.
ceive frequency. ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
• See @9 on p. 5 for function description.
1 12:00
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qot.pp
1 14.100.00 USB
[CLEAR] P.AMP : TX q.wt Appear
1

w Rotate the [RIT/∂


∂TX] control.
RIT/∂TX

Low shift High shift

[∂TX] [RIT/∂TX] e To reset the ∂TX frequency, push [CLEAR] for


1 sec.
• Push [CLEAR] momentarily to reset the RIT frequency
when the quick RIT/∂TX clear function is ON. (p. 103)
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qot.pp
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP p.pp Reset to
: TX
1 “0.00”
When RIT and ∂TX are ON at the same time, the
∂TX] control shifts both the transmit and re-
[RIT/∂
ceive frequencies from the displayed frequency at r To cancel the ∂TX function, push [∂
∂TX] again.
the same time. •“ ∂TX
TX ” and the shifting frequency disappears.

• Calculate function • Practical example


The shift frequency of the (RIT or) ∂TX function can When you find a DX station on 21.025 MHz/CW and
be added/subtracted to the displayed frequency. the station is picking up stations transmitting slightly
up from 21.025 MHz.
While displaying the (RIT and/or) ∂TX shift fre-
quency, push ([RIT] or) [∂
∂TX] for 1 sec. q Push [RIT] and [∂ ∂TX] to turn both the RIT and
∂TX functions ON.
ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00 w Rotate [RIT/∂
∂TX] to find the DX station’s receive
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2

METER
qr.qot.pp frequency.
e When you find the DX station’s receive frequency,
Po
1 14.100.00 USB
p.wt
P.AMP
1
: TX
push [RIT] to turn the RIT function OFF.
∂TX • Now you can transmit the DX station’s receive fre-
Push and hold quency and receive the DX station’s transmit fre-
quency (21.025 MHz).
ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00 r Start transmitting while the station is standing by.
T X VFO
TX USB FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qot.wt
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP : TX p.pp
1

69
FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT 6

■ Monitor function
The monitor function allows you to monitor your trans- [PHONES] jack
mit IF signals in any mode through the speaker. Use
this to check voice characteristics while adjusting
SSB transmit tones. (p. 95) The CW side tone func-
tions regardless of the [MONITOR] switch setting.

q Push [MONITOR].
• The indicator (in [MONITOR] switch) lights when the
monitor function is ON.
w Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
function screen, if necessary. [MONITOR]
e Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to 6
enter level set mode.
r Push [(F-1)Y Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the monitor ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2
level item. METER
qr.qot.pp
t Adjust monitor gain using the tuning dial. Po
1 14.100.00 USB

• Pushing [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. sets the selected item to P.AMP


1 VFO USB FIL2
the default value. ATT qr.wpt.pp
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit level set mode. OFF
1 14.100.00 USB
LEVEL SET
AGC
MID S S B  T B W   ( N A R ) L 500
• Use headphones to prevent feedback. VOX
S S B  T B W   ( N A R )
M o n i t o r  L e v e l
H 2500
 50%
• Set the transmit tone settings to the 0 dB positions OFF S i d e  T o n e  L e v e l
S i d e  T o n e  L e v e l  L i m i t ON
 50%

to check the unaltered characteristics of transmit- COMP


OFF
WIDE
B e e p  L e v e l
B e e p  L e v e l  L i m i t ON
 50%

ter or microphone. é è DEF

70
6 FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT

■ Split frequency operation


Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and [SPLIT] [(F-INP)ENT]
receive in the same mode on two different frequencies.
The split frequency operation is basically performed
using 2 frequencies on the main and sub readouts.

The following is an example of setting 21.290 MHz for


receiving and 21.310 MHz for transmitting.

[CHANGE] [XFC]

q Set 21.290 MHz (USB) in VFO mode. CONVENIENT


qw:pp
ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0
12:00 DIRECT SHIFT FREQUENCY INPUT
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2
The shift frequency can be entered directly.
METER
Po
wq.wop.pp
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
1
q Push [(F-INP)ENT].
VFO USB FIL2

qr.wpt.pp
w Enter the desired shift frequency with the digit
ATT
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB keys.
• 1 kHz to 1 MHz can be set.
• When you require a minus shift direction, push [ • ] in
w Push [SPLIT] momentarily, then push [CHANGE]
advance.
for 1 sec.
e Push [SPLIT].
• The quick split function is much more convenient for
• The shift frequency is input in the sub readout and the
selecting the transmit frequency. See the next page for
split function is turned ON.
details.
• The equalized transmit frequency and “ SPLIT ” appear [EXAMPLE]
on the LCD.
• “TX” appears to show the transmit frequency’s readout. To operate on 1 kHz F-INP
ENT 1 SPLIT
higher frequency:
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00
VFO USB FIL2 To operate on 3 kHz F-INP
ENT • 3 SPLIT
METER
Po
wq.wop.pp lower frequency:
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP SPLIT
SPLIT
1 TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

ATT wq.wop.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB CONVENIENT
DUALWATCH FUNCTION
e Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [XFC] to set The dualwatch function is convenient for tuning the
the transmit frequency to 21.310 MHz. transmit frequency while monitoring both frequencies
• The transmit frequency can be monitored while pushing used for transmitting and receiving.
[XFC] or using dualwatch.
CONVENIENT
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00
VFO USB FIL2 SPLIT LOCK FUNCTION
METER
Po
wq.wop.pp Accidentally releasing the [XFC] switch while rotating
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP SPLIT
SPLIT the tuning dial changes the receive frequency. To pre-
1 TX
TX VFO USB FIL2
vent this, use both the split lock and dial lock func-
ATT wq.eqp.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB tions to change the transmit frequency only. The split
lock function cancels the dial lock function while push-
r Now you can receive on 21.290 MHz and transmit on ing [XFC] during split frequency operation.
21.310 MHz. The dial lock’s effectiveness during split frequency op-
To change the transmit and receive frequencies, push eration can be selected in the set mode for both re-
[CHANGE] to exchange the main and sub readouts. ceive and transmit frequencies; or only the receive
frequency. (p. 100)

71
FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT 6

■ Quick split function


When you find a DX station, an important considera- [SPLIT] [(F-INP)ENT]
tion is how to set the split frequency.

When you push the [SPLIT] switch for 1 sec., split fre-
quency operation is turned ON, the sub readout is
equalized to the main readout frequency and enters
standby for transmit frequency input.

This shortens the time needed to start split frequency


operation.
[CHANGE] [XFC]
The quick split function is ON by default. For your con-
venience, it can be turned OFF in set mode. (p. 100) 6
In this case, the [SPLIT] switch does not equalize the
main and sub readout frequencies.

q Suppose you are operating at 21.290 MHz (USB) e Rotate the tuning dial to set the transmit fre-
in VFO mode. quency; or, input the transmit frequency using the
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp keypad and [(F-INP)ENT]; or, input a shift fre-
1 12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2 quency using the keypad and [SPLIT].
METER
Po
wq.wop.pp • The transmit frequency can be monitored while pushing
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
[XFC] or using dualwatch.
1 VFO USB FIL2
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
ATT qr.wpt.pp 1
VFO USB FIL2
12:00
OFF
USB
wq.wop.pp
1 14.100.00
METER
Po
1 14.100.00 USB

w Push [SPLIT] for 1 sec. P.AMP


1 TX
TX VFO
SPLIT
SPLIT
USB FIL2
• Split frequency operation is turned ON. wq.eqp.pp
ATT
• The sub readout is equalized to the main readout fre- OFF
1 14.100.00 USB

quency.
• The sub readout enters standby for transmit frequency
input.
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0
1
VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
wq.wop.pp
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP SPLIT
SPLIT
1 TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

ATT wq.wop.pp
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB

PRACTICAL EXAMPLE PRACTICAL EXAMPLE


When you are searching for DX stations and you When you receive a pile-up and you want to start
suspect that a DX station may say “up ‘X’ kHz” for split frequency operation to simplify picking out sta-
their receive frequency: tions:

OPERATION 1 q Push [SPLIT] momentarily and push [CHANGE]


q Push [SPLIT] for 1 sec. to standby for split oper- for 1 sec.
ation. • The sub readout frequency is equalized to the main
w If the DX station’s operator says “up 10 kHz”: readout frequency and “ SPLIT ” appears.
• Push [1], [0] then [SPLIT]. w Rotate the tuning dial to set your receive fre-
• Or, rotate the tuning dial. quency in the main readout.
e Announce your receive frequency.
OPERATION 2 r After you catch one of the calling stations’ call
If the DX station’s operator says “down 5 kHz” be- signs, push and hold the PTT switch to respond.
fore you enter standby for split operation: • While pushing [XFC], you can monitor your transmit
➥ Push [(F-INP)ENT], [•], [5] then [SPLIT]. frequency.
• The split function is turned ON and “5 kHz down” fre-
quency is entered in the sub readout.
72
7 VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS

■ Digital voice recorder


The transceiver has a total of 8 memory channels, 4 Providing a transmission memory is very convenient
each for transmit and receive, of digital voice memo- for repeated CQ and number transmissions at contest
ries. A maximum message length of 15 sec. can be times, as well as when making consecutive calls in
recorded in each receive channel, and a total message DX’pedition.
length of 90 sec. can be recorded in transmit channels.

• Recording a received audio • Playing the recorded audio


q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
function screen, if necessary. function screen, if necessary.
w Select the desired mode by pushing [SSB], w Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder
[CW/RTTY] or [AM/FM]. screen.
e Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder • If the transmit voice memory channel (T1–T4) appears,
screen. push [(F-5)T/R] to select receive voice memory chan-
• If the transmit voice memory channel (T1–T4) appears, nel.
push [(F-5)T/R] to select receive voice memory chan- AGC VOICE RECORDER
MID R1
R1 14.100.00
14.100.00 USB
USB 15:30
15:30  8
8ss
nel. R2
R2 ---
---
VOX
VOICE RECORDER OFF R3
R3 ---
---
AGC
MID R1
R1 14.100.00
14.100.00 USB
USB 15:30
15:30  8
8ss R4
R4 ---
---
COMP
R2
R2 ---
--- OFF RX M E M O R Y
VOX WIDE
OFF R3
R3 ---
---
R1 R2 R3 R4 T/R
R4
R4 ---
---
COMP
OFF RX M E M O R Y
RX
WIDE

R1 R2 R3 R4 T/R
e Push the desired memory channel switch,
[(F-1)R1] – [(F-4)R4], momentarily to playback.
r Push the desired memory channel switch, • “PLAY” appears.
[(F-1)R1] – [(F-4)R4], for 1 sec. to start recording. AGC VOICE RECORDER
MID R1
R1 14.195.00
14.195.00 USB
USB 10:10
10:10  5
5ss
• “REC” flashes and the recording timer counts up. PLAY
R2
R2 ---
---
• The operating frequency, mode and current time are VOX
OFF R3
R3 ---
---

programmed as the memory names automatically. COMP


R4
R4 ---
---

OFF
• Previously recorded contents are cleared. WIDE
RX M E M O R Y

R1 R2 R3 R4 T/R
AGC VOICE RECORDER
MID REC R1
R1 14.195.00
14.195.00 USB
USB 10:10
10:10 10s
10s
R2
R2 ---
---
VOX
OFF R3
R3 ---
--- r Push the selected memory channel switch,
COMP
R4
R4 ---
---
[(F-1)R1] – [(F-4)R4], again to stop playback if de-
OFF RX M E M O R Y
RX
WIDE
sired.
R1 R2 R3 R4 T/R
• Playback is terminated automatically when all of the
recorded contents in the channel are played, or after
t Push the selected memory channel switch, 15 sec.
[(F-1)R1] – [(F-4)R4], again to stop recording. t Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
• Recording is automatically terminated after 30 min. screen.
IMPORTANT!
Push one of [(F-1)R1]–[(F-4)R4] to stop record-
ing before, or when 15 sec. has passed from the
start of recording.
The voice recorder memory records the 15 sec.
(max.) of audio before one of [(F-1)R1]–[(F-4)
R4] is pushed.
For example, when recording 20 sec. of audio,
the first 5 sec. audio will be over-recorded with
the last 5 sec., so that the total of audio
recorded is 15 sec. only.
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.

73
VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS 7

■ Digital voice recorder (continued)


• One-touch voice recording
To record the receiving signal contents immediately,
one-touch voice recording is available.
q Push [REC/PLAY] for 1 sec. while receiving a sig-
nal to start recording.
• “REC” flashes.
• Records audio into the channel R4.
w Push [REC/PLAY] momentarily to stop recording.
• Recording is automatically terminated after 30 min. [REC/PLAY]

IMPORTANT!
Push [REC/PLAY] to stop recording before, or ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
when 15 sec. has passed from the start of TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

qr.qot.pp
recording. METER
Po
1 14.100.00 USB 7
P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2

• One-touch playback ATT


OFF
qr.wpt.pp
The recorded audio in the channel R4 can be play- 1 14.100.00 USB REC

AGC
back without selecting the voice memory screen. MID

q Push [REC/PLAY] to playback. VOX


OFF

• “PLAY” appears. COMP


OFF
• Playback the recorded audio in the channel R4. WIDE

SCOPE VOICE MEMORY SCAN


w Push [REC/PLAY] again to stop playback if de-
sired.
• Playback is terminated automatically when all of the
recorded contents in the channel R4 are played, or
after 15 sec.

74
7 VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS

■ Digital voice recorder (continued)


• Recording a message for transmit r Push the desired memory channel switch,
To transmit a message using a voice recorder, record [(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], momentarily to start playback
the desired message in advance as described below. and confirmation.
AGC VOICE MIC-RECORD
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- MID PLAY T1
T1 10s
10s
T2
T2 ---
---
function screen, if necessary. VOX
OFF T3
T3 ---
---

w Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder COMP


T4
T4 ---
---

OFF 0 50 100 % Remain


screen. WIDE REC LEVEL 80s

T1 T2 T3 T4 NAME
AGC VOICE RECORDER
MID VOICE
V O I C E RECORDER MENU
PLAY
PLAY TX Variable ◊ 4ch (Total 90s)
VOX
OFF
RX 15s Endless ◊ 4ch (TOT 30m) t Push the selected memory channel switch,
MIC
M I C REC
REC Mic Record/Record check
COMP TX
T X LEV.
LEV. Recorder Output Adjust [(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], again to stop playback if de-
OFF
WIDE SET
SET Auto Monitor SET
sired.
PLAY MIC REC TX LEV. SET
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.
e Push [(F-2)MIC REC] to select the voice memory
recording screen.
• Programming a memory name for
VOICE MIC-RECORD
AGC
MID T1
T1 ---
--- transmit
T2
T2 ---
---
VOX
OFF T3
T3 ---
---
Memory channels can be tagged with alphanumeric
COMP
T4
T4 ---
--- names of up to 20 characters each.
OFF 0 50 100 % Remain
WIDE REC LEVEL 90s

T1 T2 T3 T4 NAME Capital letters, small letters, numerals, some symbols _


(! # $ % & ¥ ? " ' ` ^ + – ✱ / . , : ; = < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ @)
r Push the desired memory channel switch, and spaces can be used. (See step t below.)
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], for 1 sec. to start recording.
• Speak into the microphone without pushing the [PTT]
q Record a message as described at left.
switch. w Call up the voice memory recording screen as de-
• Previously recorded contents are cleared. scribed in steps q to e at left.
VOICE MIC-RECORD
e Push [(F-5)NAME] to enter memory name edit
AGC
MID REC T1
T1 10s
10s condition.
T2
T2 ---
---
VOX
T3
T3 ---
---
• A cursor appears and blinks.
OFF

COMP
T4
T4 ---
--- r Push [(F-5)T1..T4] several times to select the de-
0 50 100 % Remain
OFF
WIDE REC LEVEL 80s sired voice memory.
T1 T2 T3 T4 NAME
Selected ABC VOICE MIC-RECORD
T1 10s
10s
character T2 ---
t Adjust the [MIC GAIN] control so that the [REC Character ABC T3 ---

LEVEL] indicator reads within 100%. group T4 ---

123
y Push the selected memory channel switch, keys
ç å DEL SPACE T1..T4
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], again to stop recording.
• Recording is automatically terminated when the total
time of recorded messages, T1–T4, becomes 90 sec. t Input the desired character by rotating the tuning
u Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory dial or by pushing the band key for number input.
screen. • Push [ABC] or [abc] to toggle capital and small letters.
• Push [123] or [etc] to toggle numerals and symbols.
• Push [(F-1)Ω
Ω] or [(F-2)≈≈] for cursor movement.
• Confirming a message for transmit • Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- • Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.
function screen, if necessary. • Pushing the transceiver’s keypad, [0]–[9], can also
w Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder enter numerals.
screen. y Push [EXIT/SET] to input and set the name.
e Push [(F-2)MIC REC] to select the voice memory • The cursor disappears.
recording screen. u Repeat steps r to y to program another voice
memory’s name, if desired.
i Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.

75
VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS 7

■ Digital voice recorder (continued)


• Sending a message for transmit • Transmit monitor function
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- The monitor function can be automatically turned ON
function screen, if necessary. while transmitting a voice memory message.
w Select a phone mode by pushing [SSB] or
[AM/FM]. q Call up the voice recorder screen as described at
e Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder left.
screen. w Push [EXIT/SET] then [(F-5)SET] to select the
• If the receive voice memory channel (R1–R4) appears, voice recorder set screen.
push [(F-5)T/R] to select transmit voice memory chan- e Rotate the tuning dial to turn the monitor function
nel. ON and OFF.
VOICE RECORDER
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default condi-
AGC
MID T1
T1 C Q JA3YUA
CQ JA3YUA 10s
10s tion.
T2
T2 ---
---
VOX
OFF T3
T3 ---
--- AGC
VOICE SET

COMP
OFF
T4
T4

TX M E M O R Y
TX
---
--- MID

VOX
Auto Monitor ON
7
WIDE
OFF
T1 T2 T3 T4 T/R
COMP
OFF
WIDE

r Push the desired memory channel switch, DEF

[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], momentarily to transmit the


contents. r Push [EXIT/SET] to return to the voice recorder
VOICE RECORDER
screen.
AGC
MID SEND T1
T1 C Q JA3YUA
CQ JA3YUA 10s
10s
T2
T2 ---
---
VOX
OFF T3
T3
T4
T4
---
---
---
---
• Transmit level setting
COMP
OFF TX M E M O R Y
TX
q Call up the voice recorder screen as described at
WIDE

T1 T2 T3 T4 T/R
left.
w Push [(F-3)TX LEV.] to select the voice memory
transmit level set mode screen.
t Push the selected memory channel switch,
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], again to stop, if desired. AGC
MID T1
T1
VOICE RECORDER
C Q JA3YUA
CQ J A3YUA 10s
10s

y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory VOX


T2
T2 ---
---

OFF T3
T3 ---
---
screen. T4
T4 ---
---
COMP
OFF
WIDE TX LEVEL 50%

For your information T1 T2 T3 T4 DEF

When an external keypad is connected to the pin 3


and pin 7 of the [MIC] connecter, the recorded e Push the desired memory channel switch,
message, T1–T4, can be transmitted without open- [(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], momentarily to transmit the
ing the voice recorder set screen. contents.
See page 104 for details. r Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the transmit voice
level.
• Push [(F-5)DEF] to select the default condition.
AGC VOICE RECORDER
MID SEND T1
T1 C Q JA3YUA
CQ J A3YUA 10s
10s
T2
T2 ---
---
VOX
OFF T3
T3 ---
---
T4
T4 ---
---
COMP
OFF
WIDE TX_LEVEL
TX LEVEL 50%

T1 T2 T3 T4 DEF

t Push [EXIT/SET] to return to the voice recorder


screen.

76
8 MEMORY OPERATION

■ Memory channels
The transceiver has 101 memory channels. The mem- All 101 memory channels are tuneable which means
ory mode is very useful for quickly changing to often- the programmed frequency can be tuned temporarily
used frequencies. with the tuning dial, etc. in memory mode.

MEMORY MEMORY TRANSFER OVER-


CHANNEL CHANNEL CAPABILITY TO VFO WRITING CLEAR
NUMBER
Regular memory 1–99 One frequency and one mode Yes Yes Yes
channels in each memory channel.
Scan edge One frequency and one mode in
memory P1, P2 each memory channel as scan Yes Yes No
channels edges for programmed scan.

■ Memory channel selection


Y] or [Z
• Using the [Y Z] keys • Using the keypad
q Push [VFO/MEMO] to select memory mode. q Push [VFO/MEMO] to select memory mode.
w Push [Y
Y]/[Z
Z] several times to select the desired w Push [(F-INP)ENT].
memory channel. e Push the desired memory channel number using
Y]/[Z
• Push and hold [Y Z] for continuous selection. the keypad.
• [UP] and [DN] on the microphone can also be used. • Enter 100 or 101 to select scan edge channel P1 or P2,
e To return to VFO mode, push [VFO/MEMO] again. respectively.
r Push [Y
Y] or [Z
Z] to select the desired memory
channel.

ANT BW 500 SFT 0 BPF qw:pp ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 12:00 1 12:00
TX
TX VFO CW FIL2 TX
TX 1 USB FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qot.pp METER
Po
qr.qpp.pp
1 14.100.00 USB VFO
VFO 14.195.00 CW

VFO/
MEMO
F-INP
ENT then 1 2

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0


1 12:00 1
TX
TX 1 USB FIL2 TX
TX 1 USB FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qpp.pp METER
Po
.qpp.qw
VFO
VFO 14.195.00 CW VFO
VFO 14.195.00 CW

or or

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 12:00 1 12:00
TX
TX 12 USB FIL2 TX
TX 12 USB FIL2

METER
Po
wr.oyp.pp METER
Po
wr.oyp.pp
VFO
VFO 14.195.00 CW VFO
VFO 14.195.00 CW

77
MEMORY OPERATION 8

■ Memory channel screen


The memory channel screen simultaneously shows 7 • Setting a memory channel as a select
memory channels and their programmed contents. 13 memory
memory channels can be displayed in the wide mem- Select memory channels are used for select memory
ory channel screen. scan. Select memory scan repeatedly scans the se-
lect memory channels only. This is useful to speed up
You can select a desired memory channel from the
the memory scan interval. Of course, select memory
memory channel screen.
channels are also scanned during normal memory
scan.
• Selecting a memory channel using the
memory channel screen q Select the memory channel screen as described at
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- left.
function screen, if necessary. w Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [(F-1)ROLL]
w Push [(F-4)MEMORY] to select the memory chan- or [(F-2)SET] to select the desired memory chan-
nel screen. nel.
• [(F-5)WIDE] switches the standard and wide screens. Y] and [Z
• [Y Z] can also be used.

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


e Push [(F-3)SELECT] to set the memory channel
as a select memory or not.
8
1 12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qot.pp ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 14.100.00 USB 12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

qr.qot.pp
P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2 METER
Po

qr.wpt.pp 1ß 14.100.00 USB


ATT
OFF P.AMP
1 14.100.00 USB 1 VFO USB FIL2
MEMORY
AGC
MID 99 --.---.-- ------ --- ATT qr.wpt.pp
OFF
P1  0.500.00 LSB FL2 SCAN EDGE 1ß 14.100.00 USB
VOX P2 29.999.99 USB FL2 SCAN EDGE MEMORY
OFF  1 14.100.00 USB FL2 AGC
MID 99 --.---.-- ------ ---
 2 --.---.-- ------ ---
COMP P1  0.500.00 LSB FL2 SCAN EDGE
 3 --.---.-- ------ ---
OFF VOX P2 29.999.99 USB FL2 SCAN EDGE
WIDE  4 --.---.-- ------ ---
OFF  1ß 14.100.00 USB FL2
ROLL SET SELECT NAME WIDE  2 --.---.-- ------ ---
COMP
 3 --.---.-- ------ ---
OFF
WIDE  4 --.---.-- ------ ---

ROLL SET SELECT NAME WIDE

e Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [(F-2)SET] to


select the desired memory channel.
“ß” appears for select memory channel.
Y] and [Z
• [Y Z] can also be used.
r Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the memory channel
screen. r Repeat steps w to e to program another memory
channel as a select memory channel, if desired.
• Confirming programmed memory t Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the memory channel
screen.
channels
q Select the memory channel screen as described Setting select memory channels is also possible in
above. the scan screen.
w Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [(F-1)ROLL]
to scroll the screen.
e Push [(F-2)SET] to select the highlighted memory
channel, if desired.
MEMORY
AGC
MID 99 --.---.-- ------ ---
P1  0.500.00 LSB FL2 SCAN EDGE
VOX P2 29.999.99 USB FL2 SCAN EDGE
OFF  1ß 14.100.00 USB FL2
 2 --.---.-- ------ ---
COMP
OFF  3 --.---.-- ------ ---
WIDE  4 --.---.-- ------ ---

ROLL SET SELECT NAME WIDE

“ ” appears when the memory


channel is selected.

r Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the memory channel


screen.

78
8 MEMORY OPERATION

■ Memory channel programming


Memory channel programming can be preformed ei-
ther in VFO mode or in memory mode.

• Programming in VFO mode [EXAMPLE]: Programming 7.088 MHz/LSB into


memory channel 12.
q Set the desired frequency and operating mode in
VFO mode. ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
TX
TX VFO USB
w Push [Y
FIL2
Y]/[Z
Z] several times to select the desired METER qr.qpp.pp
memory channel. Po
1 14.195.00 USB

• Memory channel screen is convenient for selecting the


desired channel. 7 3 SSB

• Memory channel contents appear in the memory chan-


nel readout (below the frequency readout). ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
• “--.---.--” appears if the selected memory channel is a TX
TX VFO LSB FIL2

blank channel (and does not have contents).


METER
Po
u.pii.pp
1 14.195.00 USB
e Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program the displayed fre-
quency and operating mode into the memory or
channel.
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00
TX
TX VFO LSB FIL2

METER
Po
u.pii.pp
12
12 --.---.--

Beep
MW Beep Push for 1 sec.
Beep

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 12:00
TX
TX VFO LSB FIL2

METER
Po
u.pii.pp
12
12 7.088.00 LSB

• Programming in memory mode [EXAMPLE]: Programming 21.280 MHz/USB into


memory channel 18.
q Select the desired memory channel with [Y
Y]/[Z
Z]
in memory mode. ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
TX
TX 12 LSB FIL2
• Memory channel contents appear in the memory chan-
nel readout (below the frequency readout).
METER
Po
u.pii.pp
VFO
VFO 14.195.00 USB
• “--.---.--” appears if the selected memory channel is a
blank channel (and does not have contents). or
w Set the desired frequency and operating mode in
memory mode. ANT
1
BW 500 SFT 0 BPF qw:pp
12:00
• To program a blank channel, use direct frequency entry TX
TX 18 CW FIL2

with the keypad or memo pads, etc. METER


Po
e.tpw.pp
VFO
VFO 14.195.00 USB
e Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program the displayed
frequency and operating mode into the memory 21 7 SSB

channel.
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00
TX
TX 18 USB FIL2

METER
Po
wq.wip.pp
VFO
VFO 14.195.00 USB

Beep
MW Beep Push for 1 sec.
Beep

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 12:00
TX
TX 18 USB FIL2

METER
Po
wq.wip.pp
14.195.00 USB

79
MEMORY OPERATION 8

■ Frequency transferring
The frequency and operating mode in a memory chan- Frequency transferring can be performed in either VFO
nel can be transferred to the VFO. mode or memory mode.

• Transferring in VFO mode TRANSFERRING EXAMPLE IN VFO MODE


This is useful for transferring programmed contents to Operating frequency : 21.320 MHz/USB (VFO)
VFO. Contents of M-ch 16 : 14.018 MHz/CW

q Select VFO mode with [VFO/MEMO]. ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


w Select the memory channel to be transferred with
1 12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

Y]/[Z
[Y Z]. METER
Po
wq.ewp.pp
1 14.950.00 USB
• Memory channel screen is convenient for selecting the
desired channel.
• Memory channel contents appear in the memory chan- or
nel readout (below the frequency readout).
• “--.---.--” appears if the selected memory channel is a ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2
blank channel. In this case transferring is impossible.
e Push [VFO/MEMO] for 1 sec. to transfer the fre-
METER
Po
wq.ewp.pp
16
16 14.018.00 CW
8
quency and operating mode.
Beep
• Transferred frequency and operating mode appear on VFO/
Beep Push for 1 sec.
MEMO
the frequency readout. Beep

ANT BW 500 SFT 0 BPF qw:pp


1 12:00
TX
TX VFO CW FIL2

METER
Po
qr.pqi.pp
16
16 14.018.00 CW

• Transferring in memory mode TRANSFERRING EXAMPLE IN MEMORY MODE


This is useful for transferring frequency and operat- Operating frequency : 14.020 MHz/CW (M-ch 16)
ing mode while operating in memory mode. Contents of M-ch 16 : 14.018 MHz/CW

When you have changed the frequency or operat- ANT


1
BW 500 SFT 0 BPF qw:pp
12:00
ing mode in the selected memory channel: TX
TX 16 CW FIL2

• Displayed frequency and mode are transferred.


METER
Po
qr.pwp.pp
VFO
VFO 21.320.00 USB
• Programmed frequency and mode in the mem-
Beep
ory channel are not transferred, and they remain VFO/
MEMO Beep Push for 1 sec.
in the memory channel. Beep

ANT qw:pp
q Select the memory channel to be transferred with 1
BW
TX
TX
500 SFT
16 CW
0
FIL2
BPF
12:00

Y]/[Z
[Y Z] in memory mode. METER qr.pwp.pp
Po
• And, set the frequency or operating mode if required. VFO
VFO 14.020.00 CW

w Push [VFO/MEMO] for 1 sec. to transfer the fre-


VFO/
quency and operating mode. MEMO

• Displayed frequency and operating mode are trans-


ferred to the VFO. ANT
1
BW 500 SFT 0 BPF qw:pp
12:00
e To return to VFO mode, push [VFO/MEMO] mo- TX
TX VFO CW FIL2

mentarily.
METER
Po
qr.pwp.pp
16
16 14.018.00 CW

Programmed contents appear.

80
8 MEMORY OPERATION

■ Memory names
All memory channels (including scan edges) can be r Push [(F-4)NAME] to edit memory channel name.
tagged with alphanumeric names of up to 10 charac- • A cursor appears and blinks.
ters each. • Memory channel names of blank channels cannot be
edited.
Capital letters, small letters, numerals, some symbols _
(! # $ % & ¥ ? " ’ ` ^ + – ✱ / . , : ; = < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ ) BW 2.4k SFT
TX
TX VFO USB
0
FIL2
qw:pp
12:00

and spaces can be used. qr.qot.pp


1 14.100.00 USB

• Editing (programming) memory names VFO USB FIL2

qr.wpt.pp
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- 1 14.100.00 USB

function screen, if necessary. Selected ABC MEMORY


character 99 --.---.-- ------ ---
w Push [(F-4)MEMORY] to select the memory chan- P1  0.500.00 LSB FL2 SCAN EDGE
P2 29.999.99 USB FL2 SCAN EDGE
nel screen. Character ABC
 1 14.100.00 USB FL2 _
 2 --.---.-- ------ ---
group  3 --.---.-- ------ ---
123
ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp keys  4 --.---.-- ------ ---
1 12:00
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2 ç å DEL SPACE WIDE

METER
Po
qr.qot.pp
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
1 VFO
t Input the desired character by rotating the tuning
USB FIL2

ATT qr.wpt.pp
dial or by pushing the band key for number input.
OFF
1 14.100.00 USB • Push [ABC] or [abc] to toggle capital and small letters.
AGC
MID
MEMORY
• Push [123] or [etc] to toggle numerals and symbols.
99 --.---.-- ------ ---
P1  0.500.00 LSB FL2 SCAN EDGE • Push [(F-1)Ω
Ω] or [(F-2)≈≈] for cursor movement.
VOX P2 29.999.99 USB FL2 SCAN EDGE
OFF  1 14.100.00 USB FL2 • Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
 2 --.---.-- ------ ---
COMP
OFF
 3 --.---.-- ------ --- • Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.
WIDE  4 --.---.-- ------ ---

ROLL SET SELECT NAME WIDE


• Pushing the transceiver’s keypad, [0]–[9], can also
enter numerals.
y Push [EXIT/SET] to input and set the name.
e Select the desired memory channel. • The cursor disappears.
u Repeat steps e to y to program another memory
channel’s name, if desired.
i Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the memory channel
screen.

■ Memory clearing
Any unnecessary memory channels can be cleared.
The cleared memory channels become blank chan- ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
1 12:00
nels. TX
TX 12 USB FIL2

METER
Po
wr.oyp.pp
q Select memory mode with [VFO/MEMO]. VFO
VFO 14.195.00 CW

w Select the desired memory channel with [Y Y]/[Z


Z]. Beep
e Push [M-CL] for 1 sec. to clear the contents. M-CL Beep Push for 1 sec.
Beep
• The programmed frequency and operating mode dis-
appear. ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
r To clear other memory channels, repeat steps w TX
TX 12

and e.
METER
Po
≥qot≥pp
VFO
VFO 14.195.00 CW

81
MEMORY OPERATION 8

■ Memo pads
The transceiver has a memo pad function to store fre- Memo pads are convenient when you want to memo-
quency and operating mode for easy write and recall. rize a frequency and operating mode temporarily, such
The memo pads are separate from memory channels. as when you find a DX station in a pile-up, or when a
desired station is busy for a long time and you want to
The default number of memo pads is 5, however, this temporarily search for other stations.
can be increased to 10 in set mode if desired. (p. 102)
Use the transceiver’s memo pads instead of relying on
hastily scribbled notes that are easily misplaced.

• Writing frequencies and operating Displayed frequency and mode


modes into memo pads
You can simply write the accessed readout frequency USB Push MP-W
and operating mode by pushing [MP-W]. wq.wii.ww

When you write a 6th frequency and operating mode,


the oldest written frequency and operating mode are USB
8
Newest
automatically erased to make room for the new set- qr.qot.pp
tings. USB
qr.qiw.rp
Each memo pad must have its own unique combi-
nation of frequency and operating mode; memo
MEMO USB

PADS wq.pqi.py
pads having identical settings cannot be written.
USB
wq.pwr.tw
USB
wq.wuy.pp Oldest

The oldest written frequency


and mode are erased.

• Calling up a frequency from a memo pad


You can simply call up the desired frequency and op-
erating mode of a memo pad by pushing [MP-R] sev- MEMO PADS
eral times.
• Both VFO and memory modes can be used. USB
• The frequency and operating mode are called up, starting Push MP-R qr.qot.pp
from the most recently written. USB
qr.qiw.rp
When you call up a frequency and an operating mode
VFO or MEMORY USB
from memo pads with [MP-R], the previously dis- wq.pqi.py
mode display
played frequency and operating mode are automati-
USB
cally stored in a temporary pad. The frequency and USB
wq.pwr.tw
operating mode in the temporary pad can be recalled qr.qot.pp
USB
by pushing [MP-R] several times. wq.wuy.pp
• You may think there are 6 memo pads because 6 different Pushing [MP-R] calls up the
frequencies (5 are in memo pads and 1 is in the tempo- frequency and operating
rary pad) are called up by [MP-R]. mode in a memo pad and
the temporary pad sequen- TEMPORARY PAD
tially.
If you change the frequency or operating mode
USB
called up from a memo pad with the tuning dial, wq.rit.pp
etc., the frequency and operating mode in the tem-
porary pad are erased. Frequency and mode before
pushing [MP-R].

82
9 SCANS

■ Scan types • The scan function can be used on the main readout only.
• You can operate a scan while operating on a frequency using
the dualwatch or split functions. See p. 63 for details.

PROGRAMMED SCAN ∂F SCAN


Repeatedly scans between two scan edge frequencies Repeatedly scans within ∂F span area.
(scan edge memory channels P1 and P2).

Scan edge Scan edge Start frequency


P1 or P2 P2 or P1 –∂F frequency +∂F frequency

Scan Scan
Scan

Jump Jump

This scan operates in VFO mode. This scan operates in both VFO and memory modes.

MEMORY SCAN SELECT MEMORY SCAN


Repeatedly scans all programmed memory channels. Repeatedly scans all select memory channels.
Blank channel Blank channel
ß (select) ß (select)

Mch 2 Mch 3 Mch 4 Mch 2 Mch 3 Mch 4

Mch 1 ß (select) ß (select) Mch 5 Mch 1 ß (select) ß (select) Mch 5

Mch 99 Mch 7 Mch 6 Mch 99 Mch 7 Mch 6


ß (select) ß (select) ß (select) ß (select)

This scan operates in memory mode. This scan operates in memory mode.

■ Preparation
• Channels • Scan speed
For programmed scan: Scan speed can be selected from 2 levels, high or low,
Program scan edge frequencies into scan edge mem- in set mode. See p. 87 for details.
ory channels P1 and P2.
• Squelch condition
For ∂F scan:
SCAN
Set the ∂F span (∂F scan range) in the scan screen. PROGRAMMED
STARTS MEMORY SCAN
SCAN
WITH
For memory scan:
Program 2 or more memory channels except scan The scan continues Scan pauses on
edge memory channels. until it is stopped each channel when
SQUELCH manually, and does the scan resume is
OPEN not pause even if it ON; not applicable
For select memory scan:
detects signals. when OFF.
Designate 2 or more memory channels as select mem-
ory channels. To designate the channel as a select Scan stops when detecting a signal.
memory channel, choose a memory channel, then If you set scan resume ON in set mode, the
push [(F-3)SELECT] in the scan screen (memory SQUELCH scan pauses for 10 sec. when detecting a
mode) or in the memory channel screen. CLOSED signal, then resumes. When a signal disap-
pears while scan is paused, scan resumes
2 sec. later.
• Scan resume ON/OFF
You can select the scan to resume or cancel when de-
tecting a signal, in set mode. Scan resume ON/OFF
must be set before operating a scan. See p. 87 for
ON/OFF setting and scan resume condition details.

83
SCANS 9

■ Programmed scan operation


q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- y Push [(F-1)PROG] to start the programmed scan.
function screen, if necessary. • Decimal points blink while scanning.
w Select VFO mode. ANT qw:pp
BW 2.4k SFT 0
e Select the desired operating mode. 1
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2
12:00

• The operating mode can also be changed while scan- METER


Po
qr.qot.pp
ning. 1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
r Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen. 1 VFO USB FIL2

ATT qr.wpt.pp
SCAN OFF
AGC 1 14.100.00 USB
MID
SCAN
AGC
VOX MID
OFF PROGRAM SCAN
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
VOX
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz OFF
OFF ∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
WIDE
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
OFF
PROG ∂F FINE ∂ F SPAN SET scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
WIDE

PROG ∂F FINE ∂ F SPAN SET

t Set [RF/SQL] open or closed.


• See previous page for scan condition. u When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the pauses or ignores it depending on the resume set-
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes. ting and the squelch condition.
See pgs. 2, 30, 99 for details. i To cancel the scan, push [(F-1)PROG]. 9
If the same frequencies are programmed into the
scan edge memory channel P1 and P2, pro-
grammed scan does not start.

■ ∂F scan operation
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- i Push [(F-2)∂
∂F] to start the ∂F scan.
function screen, if necessary. • Decimal points blink while scanning.
w Select VFO mode or a memory channel. ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
e Select the desired operating mode. 1
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2
12:00

• The operating mode can also be changed while scan- METER


Po
qr.qot.pp
ning. 1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
r Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen. 1 VFO USB FIL2

ATT qr.wpt.pp
SCAN OFF
AGC 1 14.100.00 USB
MID
SCAN
AGC
VOX MID
OFF ∂F SCAN
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
VOX
COMP OFF ∂F Center    : 14.195.00MHz
Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz ∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
OFF scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
WIDE
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
OFF
PROG ∂F FINE ∂ F SPAN SET scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
WIDE

PROG ∂F FINE ∂ F SPAN SET

t Set [RF/SQL] open or closed.


• See previous page for scan condition. o When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the pauses or ignores it depending on the resume set-
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes. ting and the squelch condition.
See pgs. 2, 30, 99 for details. !0 To cancel the scan, push [(F-2)∂∂F].
y Set the ∂F span by pushing [(F-4)∂
∂F SPAN].
• ±5 kHz, ±10 kHz, ±20 kHz, ±50 kHz, ±100 kHz,
±500 kHz and ±1000 kHz are selectable.
u Set center frequency of the ∂F span.

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9 SCANS

■ Fine programmed scan/fine ∂F scan


Fine scan functions as programmed or ∂F scan, but t Push [(F-3)FINE] to start a fine scan.
scan speed decreases when the squelch opens but • “FINE PROGRAM SCAN” or “FINE ∂F SCAN” ap-
does not stop. The scanning tuning step shifts from pears.
50 Hz to 10 Hz while the squelch opens. ANT qw:pp
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r Push [(F-1)PROG] or [(F-2)∂ ∂F] to start a scan. MID
FINE PROGRAM SCAN
• Decimal points blink while scanning. VOX
OFF
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
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SCAN u Push [(F-1)PROG] or [(F-2)∂ ∂F] to stop the scan;
MID
PROGRAM SCAN
push [(F-3)FINE] to cancel the fine scan.
VOX
OFF
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
OFF scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
WIDE

PROG ∂F FINE ∂ F SPAN SET

■ Memory scan operation


q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- t Push [(F-1)MEMO] to start the memory scan.
function screen, if necessary. • Decimal points blink while scanning.
w Select memory mode. ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
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MID
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
OFF scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
VOX WIDE
OFF
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz MEMO ∂F SELECT ∂ F SPAN SET
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
OFF scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
WIDE

MEMO ∂F SELECT ∂ F SPAN SET


y When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
pauses or ignores it depending on the resume set-
r Set [RF/SQL] open or closed. ting and the squelch condition.
• See p. 83 for scan condition. u To cancel the scan, push [(F-1)MEMO].
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes. 2 or more memory channels must be programmed
See pgs. 2, 30, 99 for details. for memory scan to start.

85
SCANS 9

■ Select memory scan operation


q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- y Push [(F-3)SELECT] to start select memory scan;
function screen, if necessary. push [(F-3)SELECT] again to return to memory
w Select memory mode. scan, if desired.
e Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen. ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
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AGC
MID VOX
OFF
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
VOX
OFF COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz OFF scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
WIDE
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
OFF scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz MEMO ∂F SELECT ∂ F SPAN SET
WIDE

MEMO ∂F SELECT ∂ F SPAN SET

u When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,


r Set [RF/SQL] open or closed. pauses or ignores it depending on the resume set-
• See p. 83 for scan condition. ting and the squelch condition. 9
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the i To cancel the scan, push [(F-1)MEMO].
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
See pgs. 2, 30, 99 for details. 2 or more memory channels must be designated
t Push [(F-1)MEMO] to start the memory scan. as select memory channels for select memory
• Decimal points blink while scanning. scan to start.

■ Setting select memory channels


q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- t Push [(F-3)SELECT] to set the memory channel
function screen, if necessary. as a select memory or not.
w Select memory mode.
e Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen. “ß” appears for select memory channels.

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AGC SCAN
MID AGC
MID

VOX
OFF VOX
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz OFF
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
OFF COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz OFF
WIDE scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz
WIDE
MEMO ∂F SELECT ∂ F SPAN SET
MEMO ∂F SELECT ∂ F SPAN SET

r Select the desired memory channel to set as a se- y Repeat steps r to t to program another memory
lect memory channel. channel as a select memory channel, if desired.
u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the scan screen.
Select memory channels can also be set in the
memory channel screen. (p. 78)

86
9 SCANS

■ Scan set mode


Scan set mode is used for programming scanning • Scan resume condition
speed and scan resume condition. This item sets the scan resume function ON or OFF.
ON: scan resumes 10 sec. after stopping on a signal
• Scan speed (or 1 sec. after a signal disappears); OFF: scan does
The transceiver has 2 speeds for scanning, high and not resume after stopping on a signal.
low.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary.
function screen, if necessary. w Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
w Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen. e Push [(F-5)SET] to select the scan set mode
AGC
SCAN screen.
MID
r Push [(F-2)ZZ] to select the scan resume condition
VOX
OFF
∂F Span      :  ±  10kHz
item.
COMP Programmed P1:  0.500.00MHz
OFF scan edges P2: 29.999.99MHz SCAN SET
WIDE AGC
MID SCAN Speed HIGH
PROG ∂F FINE ∂ F SPAN SET SCAN Resume ON
VOX
OFF

COMP
e Push [(F-5)SET] to select the scan set mode OFF
WIDE

screen. é è DEF

r Push [(F-1)Y
Y] to select the scan speed item.
AGC
SCAN SET t Rotate the tuning dial to turn the scan resume
MID S C A N S p eed
eed HIGH
H IGH
S C A N R e sume
sume ON
ON function ON or OFF.
VOX
OFF • Push [(F-3)DEF] to select the default condition.
COMP
OFF
y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the scan set mode.
WIDE

é è DEF

t Rotate the tuning dial to select the scan speed.


• Push [(F-3)DEF] to select the default condition.
y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the scan set mode.

■ Tone scan
The transceiver can detect the subaudible tone fre- t Push [(F-5)T-SCAN] to start the tone scan.
quency in a received signal. By monitoring a signal • “SCAN” flashes while scanning.
that is being transmitted on a repeater input fre- AGC
TONE FREQUENCY

quency, you can determine the tone frequency re- FAST

quired to access the repeater. VOX


OFF
REPEATER TONE
T-SQL TONE
188.8Hz
88.5Hz
SCAN

q Set the desired frequency or memory channel to TONE

be checked for a tone frequency. T-SCAN

w Push [AM/FM] several times to select FM mode.


e Push [TONE] for 1 sec. to enter the tone fre- y When the tone frequency is detected, the tone
quency screen. scan pauses.
TONE FREQUENCY
• The tone frequency is set temporarily on a memory
AGC
FAST channel. Program into the memory channel to store the
VOX REPEATER TONE 88.5Hz tone frequency permanently.
OFF T-SQL TONE 88.5Hz
• The decoded tone frequency is used for the repeater
TONE
OFF tone frequency or tone squelch frequency.
é è DEF T-SCAN u To stop the scan, push [(F-5)T-SCAN].
i Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the tone frequency
r Push [(F-1)Y Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to check the repeater screen.
tone frequency or tone squelch frequency, respec-
tively. (pgs. 52, 53)

87
ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION 10
■ Automatic antenna selection
The transceiver covers 0.1–60 MHz over 10 bands.
[ANT]
Each band key has a band memory which can memo-
rize a selected antenna (ANT1, ANT2, ANT1/RX an-
tenna and ANT2/RX antenna). When you change the
operating frequency beyond a band, the previously
used antenna is automatically selected for the new
band. This function is convenient when you use 2 or 3
antennas.

To use the band memory, enter set mode and confirm


that “Auto” is selected as the [ANT] switch item.
(p. 101)
• Antenna switch selection example
AGC
MID F M 
M S P LIT O
O T H E R S SET
OTHERS S
L I T Offset(HF)
ffset(HF)
ET
-0.100MHz
- 0.100MHz
Under the following condition, “Auto” should be se-
VOX
F M 
M S P LIT O
L I T Offset(50M)
S P L I T L
T LOCK
OCK
ffset(50M) -0.500MHz
-0.500MHz
OFF
OFF
lected as the [ANT] switch set mode item.
OFF T u n e r (
r (Auto S
T u n e r (
A u t o Start)
r (PTT S
tart)
P T T Start)
tart)
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
- When you use 2 antennas.
COMP
OFF [ A N T ] S
] Switch
witch Auto
Auto
WIDE R T T Y 
Y Mark
M a r k Frequency
Frequency 2125
2125

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Under the following conditions, “Manual” should be se-
lected as the [ANT] switch set mode item.
• When OFF is selected, the [ANT] switch does not function - When using 1 antenna.
and [ANT1] is always selected. - When using an external antenna selector for more
than 3 antennas (except for receive antenna).
• When “Manual” is selected, the [ANT] switch functions,
however, band memory does not function. In this case, you - When using an external antenna tuner.
10
must select an antenna manually.
• When “Auto” is selected (default setting), the antenna tuner
ON/OFF condition is also memorized in the band memory.
• When “Auto” or “Manual” is selected, the antenna tuner
ON/OFF condition is consistent with the [ANT] switch.

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10 ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION

■ Antenna tuner operation


The internal automatic antenna tuner matches the CAUTION: NEVER transmit with the tuner ON
transceiver to the connected antenna automatically. when no antenna is connected. This will damage
Once the tuner matches an antenna, the variable ca- the transceiver. Be careful of the antenna selection.
pacitor angles are memorized as a preset point for
each frequency range (100 kHz steps). Therefore,
when you change the frequency range, the variable
capacitors are automatically preset to the memorized
point.

TUNER OPERATION [TUNER]


➥ Push the [TUNER] switch to turn the internal an-
tenna tuner ON. The antenna is tuned automati-
cally when the antenna SWR is higher than 1.5:1.
• When the tuner is ON, the [TUNER] switch lights.

MANUAL TUNING Push [TUNER] for 1 sec.


During SSB operation at low voice levels, the internal
tuner may not be tuned correctly. In such cases, man-
ual tuning is helpful.

➥ Push [TUNER] for 1 sec., to start manual tuning.


• A side tone is emitted and [TUNER] blinks while tuning.
• If the tuner cannot reduce the SWR to less than 1.5:1
after 20 sec. of tuning, the [TUNER] switch indicator
goes out.

AUTOMATIC TUNER START (HF bands only) PTT TUNER START


If you want to deactivate the tuner under conditions The tuner is always tuned when the PTT is pushed
of VSWR 1.5:1 or less, use the auto tuner start func- after the frequency is changed (more than 1% from
tion and turn the tuner OFF. This function activates last-tuned frequency). This function removes the
the tuner automatically when the SWR exceeds 1.5:1. “push and hold [TUNER]” operation and activates for
the first transmission on a new frequency.
This function is turned ON in set mode. (p. 101).
This function is turned ON in set mode. (p. 101).

NOTES:
• If the tuner cannot tune the antenna • Tuning a narrow bandwidth antenna
Check the following and try again: Some antennas, especially for low bands, have a nar-
• the [ANT] connector selection. row bandwidth. These antennas may not be tuned at
• the antenna connection and feedline. the edge of their bandwidth, therefore, tune such an
• the unaltered antenna SWR. (Less than 3:1 for HF bands; antenna as follows:
Less than 2.5:1 for 50 MHz band)
• the transmit power. (8 W for HF bands; 15 W for 50 MHz Suppose you have an antenna which has an SWR of
band) 1.5:1 at 3.55 MHz and an SWR of 3:1 at 3.8 MHz.
• the power source voltage/capacity.
q Push [TUNER] to turn the antenna tuner ON.
If the tuner cannot reduce the SWR to less than 1.5:1 w Select CW mode.
after checking the above, perform the following: e Turn OFF the break-in function. (pgs. 4, 66)
• repeat manual tuning several times.
r Push [TRANSMIT] to set to the transmit condition.
• tune with a 50 Ω dummy load and re-tune the antenna.
t Set 3.55 MHz and key down.
• turn power OFF and ON.
• adjust the antenna cable length. y Set 3.80 MHz and key down.
(This is effective for higher frequencies in some cases.) u Push [TRANSMIT] to return to the receive condition.
89
ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION 10

■ Optional external tuner operation


• AH-4/AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA
TUNER
The AH-4 matches the IC-756PROIII to a long wire • When connecting the AH-4/AH-3, the antenna
antenna more than 7 m/23 ft long (3.5 MHz and above). connector assignments are [ANT2] for the inter-
The AH-3 matches the IC-756PROIII to a long wire nal tuner and [ANT1] for the AH-4/AH-3. The an-
antenna more than 3 m/10 ft long (3.5 MHz and above) tenna indicator in the LCD displays “ANT1(EXT)”
or more than 12 m/40 ft long (1.8 MHz and above). when the AH-4/AH-3 is connected and selected.
• See p. 18 for the transceiver and AH-4/AH-3 connection.
• See the AH-4/AH-3 instruction manual for AH-4/AH-3 in- • The AH-3 can be used for HF bands only. It can-
stallation and antenna connection details. not be used for the 50 MHz band.

AH-4/AH-3 setting example: • AH-4/AH-3 operation


For mobile operation
Optional AH-2b Tuning is required for each frequency. Be sure to
antenna element re-tune the antenna before transmitting when you
change the frequency—even slightly.

q Set the desired frequency in an HF or 50 MHz


band for use with the AH-4. Set the desired fre-
quency in an HF band for use with the AH-3.
For outdoor operation • The AH-4/AH-3 will not operate on frequencies outside 10
of ham bands.
Long wire w Push [TUNER] for 1 sec.
• The [TUNER] light blinks while tuning.
IC-756PROIII
[TUNER]

R DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE!


NEVER touch the antenna element while tuning
or transmitting.

NEVER operate the AH-4/AH-3 without an antenna


wire. The tuner and transceiver will be damaged. e The [TUNER] light lights constantly when tuning is
complete.
NEVER operate the AH-4/AH-3 when it is not • When the connected wire cannot be tuned, the
grounded. [TUNER] light goes out and the AH-4/AH-3 is by-
passed. At that point the antenna wire connection is to
Transmitting before tuning may damage the trans- the transceiver directly, and not via the AH-4/AH-3 an-
ceiver. Note that the AH-4/AH-3 cannot tune when tenna tuner.
using a 1⁄2 λ long wire or multiple of the operating fre- r To bypass the AH-4/AH-3 manually, push
quency. [TUNER].

• ANTENNA TUNER OF THE IC-PW1


When using an external antenna tuner such as the See the instruction manual included with each an-
IC-PW1’s tuner, tune with the external antenna tuner, tenna tuner for their respective operations.
while the internal tuner is turned OFF. After tuning is
completed, turn the internal tuner ON. Otherwise,
both tuners tune simultaneously and correct tuning
may not be obtained.

90
11 CLOCK AND TIMERS

■ Time set mode


The transceiver has a built-in 24-hour clock with q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
power-off and power-on timer functions. This is useful function screen, if necessary.
when logging QSO’s and so on. The clock indication is w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
always displayed except after pushing [(F-INP)ENT]. menu screen.
e Push [(F-4)TIME] to enter the time set mode.
r Push [(F-1)Y Y] or [(F-2)ZZ] to select the desired
item.
t Rotate the tuning dial to set or select the desired
value or condition.
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the time set mode.

[(F-1)Y] [(F-2)Z] [(F-4)SET] [EXIT/SET]

Time (Now)
This item sets the current time for the built-in 24-hour 15:00
clock. Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the time.

CLOCK2 Function
This item turns the clock 2 indication ON and OFF. ON OFF
The clock 2 is convenient to indicate the UTC or other The clock 2 is displayed The clock 2 does not dis-
country’s local time, etc. below the local time. play.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to set the default value. (default)

CLOCK2 Offset
This item sets the desired off-set time period for the 0:00 + 9:00
clock 2 indication within –24:00 to +24:00 in 5 min. (default) Rotate the tuning dial to set
steps. the time.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to set the default value.

Timer Function
This item sets the timer functions ON and OFF. ON OFF
When the power-ON timer or the power-OFF timer is The timer functions can be The timer functions cannot
used, “ON” must be selected in this item. operated. (default) be operated.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to set the default value.

Power-ON Timer set


This item sets the power-on time. 15:00
Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the time.

Power-OFF period
This item sets the power-off period for automatic shut- 60min
down after the power-on timer has turned power ON. Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the time.

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CLOCK AND TIMERS 11

D Setting the current time


q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y
Y] to select w Set the current time using the tuning dial.
the Time (Now) item. • “TIME–set Push [SET]” blinks.
TIME SET
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MID T i m e (
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Now)
TIME SET
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C L O C K2 F
K 2 Function
unction  OONN • Push [EXIT/SET] to cancel the setting.
VOX C L O C K2 O
K 2 Offset
ffset     0:00
  0 :00
OFF T i m e r F
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P o w e r-ON T
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i m e r Set
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D Clock2 function activity


q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] AGC TIME SET

to select the CLOCK2 Function item.


MID Time (Now)
C L O C K 2 
2 Function
C L O C K 2 
2 Offset
15:24
 ON
  0:00
11
w Select the timer function activity using the tuning VOX
OFF Timer Function  ON
P o w e r - O N 
N Timer Set  0:00
dial. COMP
OFF P o w e r - O F F 
F Period  60min

e Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode. WIDE

é è DEF

D Clock2 offset setting


q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] AGC TIME SET
MID Time (Now) 15:24
to select the CLOCK2 Offset item. C L O C K 2 
2 Function  ON
C L O C K 2 
2 Offset   0:00
w Rotate the tuning dial to set the offset time within
VOX
OFF Timer Function  ON
P o w e r - O N 
N Timer Set  0:00
–24:00 to +24:00 in 5min. steps. COMP
OFF P o w e r - O F F 
F Period  60min

e Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode.


WIDE

é è DEF

D Timer function activity


The timer functions can be switched ON and OFF w Select the timer function activity using the tuning
dial.
q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] ON : Activates the timer functions when [POWER]
to select the Timer Function item. is pushed momentarily. (default)
AGC TIME SET
OFF : Deactivates the timer functions even when
MID T i m e (
e (Now)
C L O CK2 F
Now)
C K 2 Function
unction
15:24
1
 O
5:24
ONN
[POWER] is pushed momentarily.
VOX C L O CK2 O
C K 2 Offset
ffset     0:00
  0 :00
OFF T i m er F
e r Function
unction  OONN TIME SET
AGC
P o w er-ON T
e r - O N Timer S
i m e r Set
et  00:00
:00 MID Time (Now) 15:24
COMP
OFF P o w er-OFF P
e r - O F F Period
eriod  660min
0min C L O C K 2 
2 Function  ON
WIDE VOX C L O C K 2 
2 Offset   0:00
OFF Timer Function  OFF
é è DEF
P o w e r - O N 
N Timer Set 19:30
COMP
OFF P o w e r - O F F 
F Period  60min
WIDE

é è DEF

e Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode.

92
11 CLOCK AND TIMERS

D Setting power-on time


The transceiver can be set to turn ON automatically at w Set the desired power-on time using the tuning
a specified time. dial.
• “TIMER–set Push [SET]” blinks.
q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z]
TIME SET
to select the Power-ON Time Set item. AGC
MID Time (Now) 15:24
C L O C K 2  FFunction  ON
VOX C L O C K 2  OOffset   0:00
AGC TIME SET
OFF Timer Function  ON
MID T i m e 
e ( Now)
Now) 15:24
1 5:24
P o w e r - O N 
N Timer Set 19:30
C L O C K 2 F
2 Function
unction  OONN COMP
OFF P o w e r - O F F 
F Period  60min
VOX C L O C K 2 O
2 Offset
ffset     0:00
  0 :00
OFF WIDE         T I M E R - s e t 
t P u s h 
h [SET] 
T i m e r F
r Function
unction  OONN
P o w e r - ON T
O N Timer S
i m e r Set
et  00:00
:00 é è SET
COMP
OFF P o w e r - OFF P
O F F Period
eriod  660min
0min
WIDE

é è e Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the set time.


• Push [EXIT/SET] to cancel the setting.
r Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode.

D Setting power-off period


The transceiver can be set to turn OFF automatically w Set the desired power-off time using the tuning
after being activated via the power-on timer. The dial.
power-off period can be set to 5–120 min. in 5 min. • “TIMER – set Push [SET]” blinks.
steps. TIME SET
AGC
MID Time (Now) 15:24

q Entering time set mode, push [(F-2)Z


Z] to select VOX
C L O C K 2  F
C L O C K 2  O
Function
Offset
 ON
  0:00
OFF Timer Function  ON
the Power-OFF Period item. P o w e r - O N 
N Timer Set 19:30
COMP
OFF P o w e r - O F F 
F Period  45min
TIME SET WIDE         T I M E R - s e t 
t P u s h 
h [SET] 
AGC
MID T i m e (
e ( Now)
Now) 15:24
1 5:24 é è SET
C L O C K 2 F
2 Function
unction  OONN
VOX C L O C K 2 O
2 Offset
ffset     0:00
  0 :00

e Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the set time.


OFF T i m e r 
r Function
Function  OONN
P o w e r - ON T
O N Timer S
i m e r Set
et 19:30
19:30
COMP
OFF
WIDE
P o w e r - OFF P
O F F Period
eriod  660min
0min
• Push [EXIT/SET] to cancel the setting.
é è r Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit timer set mode.

D Timer operation
q Preset the power-on time and power-off period as [POWER]
described previously.
w Push [POWER] momentarily to turn the timer func-
tion ON.
• The [POWER] light lights when the timer function is
ON.
e Push [POWER] for 1 sec. to turn the power OFF.
• The [POWER] light lights continuously.
r When the set time arrives, the power is automati-
cally turned ON.
t The transceiver emits 10 beeps and turns OFF
after the power-off period elapses.
• The [POWER] light blinks while beeping.
• Push [POWER] momentarily to cancel the power-off
timer, if desired.

The timer function in time set mode must be turned


ON to enable the timer operation. See above for
details.

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SET MODE 12
■ Set mode description
Set mode is used for programming infrequently q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-
changed values or conditions of functions. This trans- function screen, if necessary.
ceiver has a level set mode, display set mode, timer w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
set mode and miscellaneous (others) set mode. menu screen.
e Push [(F-1)LEVEL], [(F-2)DISP], [(F-3)DSP], [(F-
• Set mode operation 4)TIME] or [(F-5)OTHERS] to enter the desired set
[(F-2)] [(F-4)] [(F-5)] mode.
r For level, display or miscellaneous (others) set
mode, push [(F-5)WIDE] to toggle wide and normal
screen.
t Push [(F-1)Y Y] or [(F-2)ZZ] to select the desired
item.
y Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default condition
or value.
[(F-1)] [(F-3)] [EXIT/SET] Tuning dial u Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the set mode.

• Start up screen
ANT
1
BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp
12:00
• Display set mode (p. 97)
TX
TX VFO CW FIL2

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DISPLAY SET
METER AGC
Po MID C o n t r a s t ( L C D )  60%
1 14.100.00 USB B r i g h t     ( L C D )  50%
P.AMP BK-IN Horizon 4
1 VFO USB FIL2
F-2 OFF Backlight(Switches) 8
D i s p l a y  T y p e A
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ATT
0FF
1 14.100.00 USB
1/4
OFF

é
D i s p l a y  F o n t
M e m o r y  N a m e

è DEF
Basic1
ON

WIDE
12
AGC
MID

BK-IN
OFF

1/4
OFF

SCOPE VOICE KEYER MEMORY SCAN


• DSP set mode (p. 99)
Push DSP FILTER SET
AGC
EXIT/SET MID SSB SHARP CW SHARP

for 1 sec. F-3


BK-IN
OFF

• Set mode menu screen 1/4


OFF

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp SSB-FIL CW-FIL


1 12:00
TX
TX VFO CW FIL2

METER
Po
qr.qot.pp
1 14.100.00 USB
P.AMP
1 VFO USB FIL2

ATT qr.wpt.pp • Time set mode (p. 91)


0FF
1 14.100.00 USB
SET MODE TIME SET
AGC AGC
MID S E T MODE
SET M O D E MENU
MENU MID Time (Now) 12:00
LEVEL
LEVEL T X Tone,Monitor,Side
TX T o n e , M o n i t o r , S i d e Tone
T o n e etc
etc CLOCK2 Function ON
BK-IN BK-IN CLOCK2 Offset  0:00
DISP
DISP Bright,Contrast,Style,Font
B r i g h t , C o n t r a s t , S t y l e , F o n t etc
etc F-4
OFF OFF Timer Function ON
DSP
DSP D S P Filter
DSP F i l t e r Type
Type
P o w e r - O N 
N Timer Set  0:00
1/4 TIME
TIME Clock/Timer
Clock/Timer 1/4 P o w e r - O F F 
F Period  60min
OFF OTHERS
OTHERS O t h e r Set
Other S e t Mode
Mode OFF

LEVEL DISP DSP TIME OTHERS é è

F-1

• Level set mode (p. 95) • Miscellaneous (others) set mode (p. 99)
L E V E L SET
LEVEL OTHERS SET
AGC AGC
MID SSB
S SB Tx
T x Tone
T o n e (Bass)
(Bass) 0 MID C a l i b r a t i o n 
n Marker OFF
SSB
SSB Tx
T x Tone
T o n e (Treble)
(Treble) 0 Beep(Confirmation) ON
BK-IN SSB
SSB TBW
T B W (WIDE)
(WIDE) L 100
1 00 BK-IN B e e p ( B a n d 
d Edge) ON
OFF SSB
SSB TBW
T B W (WIDE)
(WIDE) H 2900
2900 F5 OFF R F / S Q L  CControl RF+SQL
SSB
SSB TBW
T B W (MID)
(MID) L 300
300 Quick Dualwatch ON
1/4 SSB
SSB TBW
T B W (MID)
(MID) H 2700
2700 1/4 Quick SPRIT ON
OFF OFF
SSB
SSB TBW
T B W (NAR)
(NAR) L 500
500 F M   S P L I T 
T Offset(HF) -0.100MHz
é è DEF é è DEF WIDE

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12 SET MODE

■ Level set mode


SSB Tx Tone (Bass)
This item adjusts the bass level of the transmit audio   0dB
tone in SSB mode from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 0 dB (default)

SSB Tx Tone (Treble)


This item adjusts the treble level of the transmit audio   0dB
tone in SSB mode from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 0 dB (default)

SSB TBW (WIDE) L


These items set the transmission passband width for 100
wide setting by selecting the lower and higher fre- 100 Hz (default)
quencies.
Lower freq. : 100 (default), 300 and 500 Hz

SSB TBW (WIDE) H


These items set the transmission passband width for 2900
wide setting by selecting the lower and higher fre- 2900 Hz (default)
quencies.
Higher freq.: 2500, 2700 and 2900 Hz (default)

SSB TBW (MID) L


These items set the transmission passband width for 300
middle setting by selecting the lower and higher fre- 300 Hz (default)
quencies.
Lower freq. : 100, 300 (default) and 500 Hz

SSB TBW (MID) H


These items set the transmission passband width for 2700
middle setting by selecting the lower and higher fre- 2700 Hz (default)
quencies.
Higher freq.: 2500, 2700 (default) and 2900 Hz

SSB TBW (NAR) L


These items set the transmission passband width for 500
narrow setting by selecting the lower and higher fre- 500 Hz (default)
quencies.
Lower freq. : 100, 300 and 500 Hz (default)

95
SET MODE 12

■ Level set mode (continued)


SSB TBW (NAR) H
These items set the transmission passband width for 2500
narrow setting by selecting the lower and higher fre- 2500 Hz (default)
quencies.
Lower freq. : 2500 (default), 2700 and 2900 Hz

Monitor Level
This item adjusts the transmit IF signal monitor level  50%
from 0% to 100% in 1% steps. 50% (default)
See p. 70 for details.

Side Tone Level


This item adjusts the CW side tone level from 0% to  50%
100% in 1% steps. 50% (default)
See p. 70 for details.

Side Tone Level Limit


This item allows you to set a maximum volume level ON OFF
for CW side tones. CW side tones are linked to the
12
CW side tone level is limited CW side tone level is linked
[AF] control until a specified volume level is reached with [AF] (default) to [AF]
— further rotation of the [AF] control will not increase
the volume of the CW side tones.

Beep Level
This item adjusts the volume level for confirmation  50%
beep tones from 0% to 100% in 1% steps. When 50% (default)
beep tones are turned OFF, this setting has no effect.

Beep Level Limit


This item allows you to set a maximum volume level ON OFF
for confirmation beep tones. Confirmation beep tones Beep level is limited with Beep level is linked to [AF]
are linked to the [AF] control until a specified volume [AF] (default)
level is reached — further rotation of the [AF] control
will not increase the volume of the beep tones.

96
12 SET MODE

■ Display set mode


To adjust the LCD contrast or backlight, wait until
the LCD becomes stable (10 min. or more after turn-
ing power ON). This is an inherent characteristic of
LCDs and LCD backlights and does not indicate a
transceiver malfunction.

Contrast (LCD)
This item adjusts the contrast of the LCD from 0% to  60%
100% in 1% steps. 60% (default)

Backlight (LCD)
This item adjusts the brightness of the LCD from 0%  50%
to 100% in 1% steps. 50% (default)

Horizon
This item adjusts the horizontal position of the LCD  4
from 1 to 8. Horizontal position is 4. (default)

Backlight(Switches)
This item adjusts the brightness of the switches from  8
1 to 8. Backlight level is 8. (Maximum; default)

Display Type
This item sets the LCD screen type. There are 8 se- A
lectable types: A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H. A-type LCD screen (default)

Display Font
This item sets the font of the frequency readouts. Italic2
There are 7 selectable fonts: Basic1, Basic2, Pop, Italic 2 font (default)
7seg (7 segment numeral), Italic 1, Italic 2 and Clas-
sic.

Memory Name
This item sets the memory name indication ON and ON OFF
OFF. Memory name is displayed. Memory name is not dis-
(default) played.
See p. 81 for details.

97
SET MODE 12

■ Display set mode (continued)


Screen Saver Function
This item sets the screen saver setting from 60 min, 60 min
30 min, 15 min and OFF. Screen saver function activates after 60 minute of inactivity.
(default)

30 min
Screen saver function activates after 30 minute of inactivity.

15 min
Screen saver function activates after 15 minute of inactivity.

OFF
Screen saver function is OFF.

My Call t Input the desired character by rotating the tuning


Your call sign, etc. can be displayed in the opening dial or by pushing the band key for number input.
• Push [ABC] to select capital letters.
screen when turning power ON. Up to 10 characters
• Push [123] or [etc] to toggle numerals and symbols.
can be programmed. • Push [(F-1)Ω
Ω] or [(F-2)≈≈] for cursor movement.
• Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
Capital letters, numerals, some symbols (– / . ) and
• Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.
spaces can be used.
y Push [EXIT/SET] to input the set name.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- • The cursor disappears.
u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the set mode screen.
function screen, if necessary. 12
w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-2)DISP] mo-
mentarily to select the display set mode screen. • Opening screen example
e Push [(F-2)ZZ] several times to select the ‘My Call’
item.
DISPLAY SET
AGC
MID Brigh t      ( L C D )  50%
Horiz o n 4
VOX Backl i g h t ( S w i t c h e s ) 8
OFF Displ a y  T y p e A
Displ a y  F o n t Basic1
COMP
OFF Memor y   N a m e ON
WIDE My  Cal l JA3YUA
NOW CALIBRATING
é è EDIT WIDE
DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

r Push [(F-4)EDIT] to edit. PLEASE WAIT FOR 10sec.

• A cursor appears and blinks. ja3yua


Selected ABC DISPLAY SET
character B r i g h t     ( L C D )  50%
Horizon 4
Backlight(Switches) 8
Character ABC
D i s p l a y T y p e A
D i s p l a y F o n t Basic1
group M e m o r y  N a m e ON
123
keys M y  C a l l _A3YUA

ç å DEL SPACE WIDE

98
12 SET MODE

■ DSP filter set mode


To suit your operating style, the type of DSP filter DSP FILTER SET
AGC
shape for SSB and CW can be selected. MID SSB SHARP CW SHARP

BK-IN

q Push the [EXIT/SET] several times to close a


OFF

1/4
multi-function screen, if necessary. OFF

w Push the [EXIT/SET] switch for 1 sec. to enter set SSB-FIL CW-FIL

mode.
e Push the [(F-3)DSP] switch to enter the DSP filter
Push F-2 Push F-4
set mode.
r Push one of [(F-2)SSB-FIL] or [(F-4)CW-FIL] to
SSB SOFT CW SOFT
select the desired DSP filter shape from sharp and
soft for SSB or CW mode, respectively.
t Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the DSP filter set
mode.

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode


Calibration Marker
This item is used for a simple frequency check of the ON OFF
transceiver. Calibration marker ON Calibration marker OFF
(default)
See p. 109 for calibration procedure.

Turn the calibration marker OFF after checking the


frequency of the transceiver.

Beep(Confirmation)
A beep sounds each time a switch is pushed to con- ON OFF
firm it. This function can be turned OFF for silent op- Confirmation beep ON Confirmation beep OFF
eration. (default)

The volume level can be set in level set mode. (p. 96)

Beep(Band Edge)
A beep sounds when an operating frequency enters ON OFF
or exits an amateur band. This functions independent Band edge beep ON Band edge beep OFF
of the confirmation beep setting (above). (default)

The volume level can be set in level set mode. (p. 96)

RF/SQL Control
The [RF/SQL] control can be set as the RF/squelch RF+SQL [RF/SQL] control as RF/squelch control
control (default), the squelch control only (RF gain is (default)
fixed at maximum) or ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in SSB,
SQL [RF/SQL] control as squelch control
CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and FM).
AUTO [RF/SQL] control as RF gain control in SSB,
See pgs. 2, 30 for details. CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and
FM

99
SET MODE 12

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)


Quick Dualwatch
When this item is set to ON, pushing [DUALWATCH] ON OFF
for 1 sec. sets the sub readout frequency to the main Quick dualwatch ON Quick dualwatch OFF
readout frequency and activates dualwatch operation. (default)

See p. 63 for details.

Quick SPLIT
When this item is set to ON, pushing [SPLIT] for 1 ON OFF
sec. sets the sub readout frequency to the main read- Quick split ON Quick split OFF
out frequency and activates split operation. (default)

See p. 72 for details.

FM SPLIT Offset(HF)
This item sets the offset (difference between transmit -0.100MHz -4.000MHz
and receive frequencies) for the quick split function. Minus 0.1 MHz offset Minus 4.0 MHz offset
However, this setting is used for HF bands in FM (default)
mode only and is used to input the repeater offset for
an HF band.

The offset frequency can be set from –4 MHz to


+4 MHz in 1 kHz steps.
12
FM SPLIT Offset(50M)
This item sets the offset (difference between transmit -0.500MHz +4.000MHz
and receive frequencies) for the quick split function. Minus 0.5 MHz offset Plus 4.0 MHz offset
However, this setting is used for 50 MHz band FM (default)
mode only, and is used to input the repeater offset for
the 50 MHz band.

The offset frequency can be set from –4 MHz to


+4 MHz in 1 kHz steps.

SPLIT LOCK
When this item is ON, the tuning dial can be used to ON OFF
adjust the transmit frequency while pushing [XFC] Split lock function ON Split lock function OFF
even while the lock function is activated. (default)

See p. 71 for split frequency operation details.

100
12 SET MODE

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)


Tuner (Auto Start)
The internal antenna tuner has an automatic start ca- ON OFF
pability which starts tuning if the SWR is higher than Automatic tuner start Automatic tuner start
1.5–3:1. ON OFF (default)

When “OFF” is selected, the tuner remains OFF even


when the SWR is poor (1.5–3:1). When “ON” is se-
lected, automatic tune starts even when the tuner is
turned OFF.

Tuner (PTT Start)


Tuning of the internal antenna tuner can be started ON OFF
automatically at the moment the PTT is pushed after Automatic PTT start Automatic PTT start
the operating frequency is changed (more than 1% ON OFF (default)
from last-tuned frequency).

[ANT] Switch
You can set the antenna connector selection to auto- Auto Antenna switch is activated and the
matic, manual or non-selection (when using 1 an- selection is automatically memorized.
tenna only). (default)

When “Auto” is selected, the antenna switch is acti- Manual Antenna switch is activated.
vated and the band memory memorizes the selected OFF Antenna switch is deactivated and
antenna. See p. 88 for details. [ANT1] is always selected.
When “Manual” is selected, the antenna switch is ac-
tivated and selects an antenna manually.

When “OFF” is selected, the antenna switch is not ac-


tivated and does not function. The [ANT1] connector
is always selected in this case.

RTTY Mark Frequency


This item selects the RTTY mark frequency. RTTY 2125 1275
mark frequency is switched between 1275, 1615 and 2125 Hz RTTY mark 1275 Hz RTTY mark
2125 Hz. frequency (default) frequency

RTTY Shift Width


This item adjusts the RTTY shift width. There are 3 170 425
selectable values: 170, 200 and 425 Hz. 170 Hz RTTY shift 425 Hz RTTY shift
frequency (default) frequency

RTTY Keying Polarity


This item selects the RTTY keying polarity. Normal or Normal Reverse
reverse keying polarity can be selected. Normal polarity (default) Reverse polarity
When reverse polarity is selected, Mark and Space
are reversed.
- Normal : Key open/close = Mark/Space
- Reverse : Key open/close = Space/Mark

101
SET MODE 12

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)


SPEECH Language
When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is English Japanese
installed, you can select between English and Japan- English announcement Japanese announcement
ese as the language. (default)

See p. 105 for unit installation.

SPEECH Speed
When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is HIGH LOW
installed, you can select between faster or slower Faster announcement Slower announcement
synthesizer output. (default)

See p. 105 for unit installation.

SPEECH S-Level
When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is ON OFF
installed, you can have frequency, mode and signal Signal level announcement No signal level
level announcement. Signal level announcement can (default) announcement
be deactivated if desired.

When “OFF” is selected, the signal level is not an-


nounced.

See p. 105 for unit installation.


12
Memopad Numbers
This item sets the number of memo pad channels 5 10
available. 5 or 10 memo pads can be set. 5 memo pads 10 memo pads
(default)

102
12 SET MODE

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)


MAIN DIAL Auto TS
This item sets the auto tuning step function. When ro- HIGH Auto tuning step is turned ON.
tating the tuning dial rapidly, the tuning step automat- Fastest tuning step during rapid rotation
ically changes several times as selected. (default)

There are 2 type of auto tuning steps: HIGH (Fastest) LOW Auto tuning step is turned ON.
and LOW (Faster). Faster tuning step during rapid rotation

OFF Auto tuning step is turned OFF.

MIC Up/Down Speed


This item sets the rate at which frequencies are HIGH LOW
scanned when the microphone [UP]/[DN] switches High speed (default, Low speed
are pushed and held. High or low can be selected. 50 tuning steps/sec.) (25 tuning steps/sec.)

Quick RIT/∂TX Clear


This item selects the RIT/∂TX frequency clearing in- ON OFF
struction with the [CLEAR] switch. Clears the RIT/∂TX fre- Clears the RIT/∂TX fre-
quency when [CLEAR] is quency when [CLEAR] is
pushed momentarily. pushed for 1 sec.
(default)

SSB/CW Synchronous Tuning


This item selects the displayed frequency shift func- ON OFF
tion from ON and OFF. The displayed frequency The displayed frequency
shifts when the operating does not shift.
When this function is activated, the receiving signal mode is changed between (default)
can be kept to receive even when the operating mode SSB and CW.
is changed between SSB and CW.

The frequency shifting value may differ according


to the CW pitch setting.

CW Normal Side
Selects the carrier point of CW mode from LSB and LSB USB
USB. The carrier point is set to The carrier point is set to
LSB side. USB side.
(default)

103
SET MODE 12

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)


External Keypad
This item sets the external keypad capability and Auto Pushing one of external keypad
function. switches, transmits the desired voice
memory during a phone mode (SSB,
For your information AM or FM), or memory keyer contents
The following diagram shows the equivalent circuit of during CW mode operation.
an external keypad and connects to the pin 3 and
VOICE PLAY(TX)
pin 7 of the [MIC] connector (p. 18).
Pushing one of external keypad
switches, transmits the desired voice
4.7kΩ 2.2kΩ 1.5kΩ 1.5kΩ memory contents during a phone
±5% ±5% ±5% ±5% To [MIC] connector pin e
mode operation.

KEYER SEND Pushing one of external keypad


S4 S3 S2 S1
(T4/M4) (T3/M3) (T2/M2) (T1/M1) switches, transmits the desired keyer
To [MIC] connector pin u
memory contents during CW mode
USER EXTERNAL KEYPAD operation.

OFF External keypad does not function.


(default)

CI-V Baud Rate


This item sets the data transfer rate. 300, 1200, 4800, Auto 19200
9600, 19200 bps and “Auto” are available. Auto baud rate 19200 bps
(default)
When “Auto” is selected, the baud rate is automati-
cally set according to the connected controller or re- 12
mote controller.

CI-V Address
To distinguish equipment, each CI-V transceiver has 6Eh 7Fh
its own Icom standard address in hexadecimal code. Address of 6Eh Address of 7Fh
The IC-756PROIII’s address is 6Eh. (default)

When 2 or more IC-756PROIII’s are connected to an


optional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER, rotate the tun-
ing dial to select a different address for each IC-
756PROIII in the range 01h to 7Fh.

CI-V Transceive
Transceive operation is possible with the IC-756PROIII ON OFF
connected to other Icom HF transceivers or receivers. Transceive ON Transceive OFF
(default)
When “ON” is selected, changing the frequency, op-
erating mode, etc. on the IC-756PROIII automatically
changes those of connected transceivers (or re-
ceivers) and vice versa.

CI-V with IC-731


When connecting the IC-756PROIII to the IC-735 for ON OFF
transceive operation, you must change the operating 4 bytes of frequency data 5 bytes of frequency data
frequency data length to 4 bytes. (default)
• This item must be set to “ON” only when operating the
transceiver with the IC-735.

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13 OPTION INSTALLATION

■ Opening the transceiver’s cases


Follow the case and cover opening procedures shown CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable
here when you want to install an optional unit or adjust from the transceiver before performing any work on
the internal units, etc. the transceiver. Otherwise, there is danger of elec-
tric shock and/or equipment damage.

q Remove 2 screws from the left side of the trans-


ceiver to remove the carrying handle as shown
below.

w Remove 7 screws from the top of the transceiver


and 4 screws from the sides, then lift up the top
cover.
e Turn the transceiver upside down.
r Remove 6 screws from the bottom of the trans-
ceiver, then lift up the bottom cover.

■ UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT


The UT-102 announces the accessed readout’s fre-
quency, mode, etc. (S-meter level can also be an-
nounced—p. 102) in a clear, electronically-generated
voice, in English (or Japanese). MAIN unit

➥ Push [LOCK/SPEECH] for 1 sec. to announce the


frequency, etc. UT
-10
2

q Remove the top and bottom covers as shown


above.
w Remove the protective paper attached to the bot-
tom of the UT-102 to expose the adhesive strip.
e Plug UT-102 into J3502 on the MAIN unit as
shown in the diagram at right.
UT-102 J3502
r Adjust the trimmer SPCH to set the speech level if
desired. Refer to inside views on p. 106.
t Return the top and bottom covers to their original
positions.

105
INTERNAL VIEWS 14
• Top view

Internal antenna
PA unit tuner

PA fuse (FGB 5 A)
FILTER unit

• Bottom view
13
14
RF unit

BPF unit
Clock backup battery

PRE AMP unit SPCH


Optional voice
synthesizer level adj.
Space for optional
voice synthesizer
(UT-102)
PLL unit DSP unit

MAIN unit

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15 MAINTENANCE

■ Troubleshooting
The following chart is designed to help you correct If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem or
problems which are not equipment malfunctions. solve it through the use of this chart, contact your near-
est Icom Dealer or Service Center.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.


Power does not come on • Power cable is improperly connected. • Re-connect the DC power cable correctly. p. 16
POWER

when the [POWER] switch • Fuse is blown. • Check for the cause, then replace the fuse with p. 108
is pushed. the spare one.
(Fuses are installed in the DC power cable and
the internal PA unit.)
No sounds come out from • Volume level is too low. • Rotate [AF] clockwise to obtain a suitable lis- p. 1
the speaker. tening level.
• The squelch is closed. • Turn [RF/SQL] to 10 o’clock position to open p. 2
the squelch.
• The transceiver is in transmitting condition. • Push [TRANSMIT] to receive or check the p. 1
SEND line of an external unit, if desired.
Sensitivity is too low, and • The antenna is not connected properly. • Re-connect to the antenna connector. —
only strong signals are au- • The antenna for another band is selected. • Select an antenna suitable for the operating fre- pgs. 3,
dible. quency. 88
• The antenna is not properly tuned. • Push [TUNER] for 1 sec. to manually tune the p. 89
RECEIVE

antenna.
• The attenuator is activated. • Push [ATT] several times to select “ATT OFF.” p. 3
Received audio is unclear • Wrong operating mode is selected. • Select a suitable operating mode. p. 29
or distorted. • PBT function is activated. • Push [PBT CLR] for 1 sec. to reset the function. p. 60
• Noise blanker is turned ON when receiving a • Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker OFF. p. 64
strong signal.
• Preamp is activated. • Push [P.AMP] once or twice to turn the function p. 3
OFF.
• The noise reduction is activated and the [NR] • Set the [NR] control for maximum readability. p. 65
control is too far clockwise.
The [ANT] switch does not • The antenna switch has not been activated. • Set the antenna switch in set mode to “Auto” or p. 88
function. “Manual.”
Transmitting is impossible. • The operating frequency is not set to a ham • Set the frequency to a ham band. p. 25
band.
Output power is too low. • [RF POWER] is set too far counterclockwise • Rotate [RF POWER] clockwise. p. 2
• [MIC GAIN] is set too far counterclockwise • Set [MIC GAIN] to a suitable position. p. 1
• The antenna for another band is selected. • Select an antenna suitable for the operating fre- p. 3
quency.
• The antenna is not properly tuned. • Push [TUNER] for 1 sec. to manually tune the p. 89
TRANSMIT

antenna.
You can receive signals, • RIT or ∂TX function is activated. • Push [RIT] or [∂
∂TX] to turn the function OFF. p. 6
but no contact possible • Split frequency function and/or dualwatch are • Push [SPLIT] and/or [DUALWATCH] to turn the pgs. 8,
with another station. activated. function OFF. 63, 71
Transmit signal is unclear • [MIC GAIN] is set too far clockwise. • Set [MIC GAIN] to a suitable position. p. 1
or distorted. • The speech compressor function is activated. • Push [COMP] to turn the function OFF. p.68
Repeater cannot be ac- • Split frequency function is not activated. • Push [SPLIT] to turn the function ON p. 8
cessed. • Programmed subaudible tone frequency is set • Reset the frequency using set mode. p. 52
at wrong frequency.
Programmed scan does • Squelch is open. • Set [RF/SQL] to the threshold point. p. 2
not stop. • [RF/SQL] is assigned to RF gain control and • Reset [RF/SQL] control assignment and set it to pgs. 2,
squelch is open. the threshold point. 30, 99
Programmed scan does • The same frequencies have been programmed • Program different frequencies in scan edge p. 79
SCAN

not start. in scan edge memory channels P1 and P2. memory channel P1 and P2.
Memory scan does not • 2 or more memory channels have not been • Program more than 2 memory channels. p. 79
start. programmed.
Select memory scan does • 2 or more memory channels have not been • Designate more than 2 memory channels as se- pgs. 78,
not start. designated as select channels. lect channels for the scan. 86

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MAINTENANCE 15

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.


DISPLAY

The displayed frequency • The dial lock function is activated. • Push [LOCK/SPEECH] to turn the function OFF. p. 65
does not change properly. • A set mode screen is selected. • Push [EXIT/SET] several times to exit the set pgs. 10,
mode screen. 94
• The internal CPU has malfunctioned. • Reset the CPU. p. 21

■ Fuse replacement DC POWER CABLE FUSE REPLACEMENT

If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, try


to find the source of the problem, and replace the dam-
aged fuse with a new, rated fuse.
30 A
CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable fuse
from the transceiver when changing a fuse.

The IC-756PROIII has 2 types of fuses installed for


transceiver protection.
• DC power cable fuses ................................ FGB 30 A
• Circuitry fuse ................................................ FGB 5 A

CIRCUITRY FUSE REPLACEMENT e Replace the circuitry fuse as shown in the diagram
The 13.8 V DC from the DC power cable is conver below.
ted to 5 V or 8 V and applied to all units in the IC- r Replace the PA shielding plate and top cover.
756PROIII, except for the power amplifier, through
the circuitry fuse. This fuse is installed in the PA unit. Circuitry fuse (FGB 5 A)

q Remove the top cover as shown on p. 105.


w Remove 11 screws from the PA shielding plate,
then remove the plate.

15

■ Clock backup battery replacement


The transceiver has a lithium backup battery
(CR2032) inside for clock and timer functions. The
usual life of the backup battery is approximately 2
years.

When the backup battery is exhausted, the trans-


ceiver transmits and receives normally but cannot re-
tain the current time.

See p. 106 for battery location.

108
15 MAINTENANCE

■ Tuning dial brake adjustment


The tension of the tuning dial may be adjusted to suit
your preference.

The brake adjustment screw is located on the right


side of the tuning dial. See the figure at right.

Turn the brake adjustment screw clockwise or coun-


terclockwise to obtain a comfortable tension level
while turning the dial continuously and evenly in one
direction.

■ Frequency calibration (approximate)


A very accurate frequency counter is required to cali- u Push [(F-1)YY] several times to select the “Calibra-
brate the frequency of the transceiver. However, a tion marker” item.
rough check may be performed by receiving radio i Rotate the tuning dial clockwise to turn the calibra-
station WWV, or other standard frequency signals. tion marker ON.
• Side tone may be heard.
CAUTION: Your transceiver has been thor-
O T H E R S 
S SET
oughly adjusted and checked at the factory before AGC
MID C a l i b r a t i o n 
n Marker ON
Beep(Confirmation) ON
being shipped. You should not calibrate frequen- BK-IN B e e p ( B a n d 
d Edge) ON
OFF R F / S Q L  CControl RF+SQL
cies, except for special reasons. Quick Dualwatch ON
1/4 Quick SPRIT ON
OFF
F M   S P L I T 
T Offset(HF) -0.100MHz
q Push [SSB] to select USB mode. é è DEF WIDE

w Push [PBT CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the PBT set-


tings and make sure that the RIT/∂TX function is
o Adjust the calibration pot on the right side panel of
not activated.
the transceiver for a zero beat with the received
e Set the frequency to the standard frequency sta-
standard signal as shown below.
tion minus 1 kHz.
• Zero beat means that two signals are exactly the same
• When receiving WWV (10.000.00 MHz) as a standard
frequency, resulting in a single tone being emitted.
frequency, set the operating frequency for
9.999.00 MHz.
• Other standard frequencies can also be used.

ANT BW 2.4k SFT 0 qw:pp


1 qw:pp
TX
TX VFO USB FIL2

METER
Po
o.ooo.pp
1 14.100.00 USB

r Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-


function screen, if necessary.
t Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
screen.
!0 Rotate the tuning dial counterclockwise to turn the
y Push [(F-5)OTHERS] to enter miscellaneous (oth-
calibration marker OFF.
ers) set mode.
!1 Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit set mode.

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CONTROL COMMAND 16
■ Remote jack (CI-V) information
• CI-V connection example
The transceiver can be connected through an optional IC-756PROIII
CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER to a personal computer 9–15 V
DC
equipped with an RS-232C port. The Icom Communi-
cations Interface-V (CI-V) controls the following func-
tions of the transceiver.
personal
Up to 4 Icom CI-V transceivers or transceivers can be computer
connected to a personal computer equipped with an ct- 17

RS-232C port. See p. 104 for setting the CI-V condi-


tion using set mode.

• Data format mini-plug cable


The CI-V system can be operated using the following
data formats. Data formats differ according to com-
mand numbers. A data area or sub command is added
for some commands.

Controller to IC-756PROIII OK message to controller


q w e r t y u

FE FE 6E E0 Cn Sc Data area FD FE FE E0 6E FB FD
Sub command number
(see the command table)

(see command table)

frequency or memory

NG code OK code
(fixed)
Command number

BCD code data for

End of message

End of message
default address

default address

default address

default address
Transceiver’s

Transceiver’s
number entry
Controller’s

Controller’s
code (fixed)

code (fixed)
code (fixed)

code (fixed)
Preamble

Preamble

(fixed)

15
FE FE E0 6E Cn Sc Data area FD FE FE E0 6E FA FD 16
q w e r t y u
IC-756PROIII to controller NG message to controller

110
16 CONTROL COMMAND

• Command table
Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description
00 — Send frequency data 12 00 Select/read antenna selection
01 Same as Send mode data 01 (00=ANT1, 01=ANT2 : Add 0 or 1
command 06 to turn [RX ANT] OFF or ON, re-
spectively.)
02 — Read band edge frequencies
13 00 Announce with voice synthesizer
03 — Read operating frequency
01 (00=all data; 01=frequency and
04 — Read operating mode 02 S-meter level; 02=receive mode)
05 — Set frequency data 14 01 + Level data [AF] level setting (0=max. CCW to
06 00 Select LSB 255=max. CW)
01 Select USB 02 + Level data [RF] level setting (0=max. CCW to
02 Select AM 255=11 o’clock)
03 Select CW 03 + Level data [SQL] level setting (0=11 o’clock to
04 Select RTTY 255=max. CW)
05 Select FM 06 + Level data [NR] level setting (0=min. to
07 Select CW-R 255=max.)
08 Select RTTY-R 07 + Level data Inside [TWIN PBT] setting or IF
07 — Select VFO mode shift setting (0=max. CCW,
B0 Exchange main and sub readouts 128=center, 255=max. CW)
B1 Equalize main and sub readouts 08 + Level data Outside [TWIN PBT] setting
C0 Turn the dualwatch OFF (0=max. CCW, 128=center,
C1 Turn the dualwatch ON 255=max. CW)
D0 Select main readout 09 + Level data [CW PITCH] setting (0=low pitch
D1 Select sub readout to 255=high pitch)
08 — Select memory mode 0A + Level data [RF POWER] setting (0=mini. to
0001–0101*1 Select memory channel 255=max.)
*1P1=0100, P2=0101 0B + Level data [MIC GAIN] setting (0=mini. to
09 — Memory write 255=max.)
0A — Memory to VFO 0C + Level data [KEY SPEED] setting (0=slow to
255=fast)
0B — Memory clear
0D + Level data [NOTCH] setting (0=low freq. to
0E 00 Scan stop 255=high freq.)
01 Programmed/memory scan start 0E + Level data [COMP] setting (0=mini. to
02 Programmed scan start 255=max.)
03 ∂F scan start
0F + Level data [BK-IN DELAY] setting (0=short
12 Fine programmed scan start
delay to 255=long delay)
13 Fine ∂F scan start
22 Memory scan start 10 + Level data [BAL] level setting (0=max. CCW,
23 Select memory scan start 128=center, 255=max. CW)
12 + Level data [NB] level setting (0=mini. to
0E A1–A7 Set ∂F scan span (A1=±5 kHz,
255=max.)
A2=±10 kHz, A3=±20 kHz,
A4=±50 kHz, A5=±100 kHz, 15 + Level data Monitor gain setting (0=0% to
A6=±500 kHz, A7=±1 MHz) 255=100%)
B0 Set as non-select channel 16 + Level data VOX gain setting (0=0% to
B1 Set as select channel 255=100%)
D0 Set scan resume OFF 17 + Level data Anti-VOX gain setting (0=0% to
D3 Set scan resume ON 255=100%)
0F 00 Turn the split function OFF 18 + Level data LCD contrast setting (0=0% to
01 Turn the split function ON 255=100%)
10 00 Select 10 Hz (1 Hz) tuning step 19 + Level data LCD bright setting (0=0% to
01 Select 100 Hz tuning step 255=100%)
02 Select 1 kHz tuning step 15 01 Read squelch condition
03 Select 5 kHz tuning step 02 Read S-meter level
04 Select 9 kHz tuning step 11 Read Po meter level
05 Select 10 kHz tuning step 12 Read SWR meter level
06 Select 12.5 kHz tuning step
13 Read ALC meter level
07 Select 20 kHz tuning step
14 Read COMP meter level
08 Select 25 kHz tuning step
16 02 Preamp (0=OFF; 1=preamp 1;
11 00 Attenuator OFF
2=preamp 2)
06 Attenuator ON (6 dB)
12 Attenuator ON (12 dB) 12 AGC selection (1=Fast; 2=Mid;
18 Attenuator ON (18 dB) 3=Slow)

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CONTROL COMMAND 16

• Command table (continued)


Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description
16 22 Noise blanker (0=OFF; 1=ON) 1A 0517 Send/read power-ON timer set
40 Noise reduction (0=OFF; 1=ON) (0000 to 2359)
41 Auto notch (0=OFF; 1=ON) 0518 Send/read power-OFF period
42 Repeater tone (0=OFF; 1=ON) (5=5 min. to 120=120 min. in
43 Tone squelch (0=OFF; 1=ON) 5 min. step)
44 Speech compressor (0=OFF; 1=ON) 0519 Send/read calibration marker
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
45 Monitor (0=OFF; 1=ON)
0520 Send/read confirmation beep
46 VOX function (0=OFF; 1=ON)
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
47 Break-in (0=OFF; 1=semi break-
0521 Send/read band edge beep
in; 2=full break-in)
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
48 Manual notch (0=OFF; 1=ON)
0522 Send/read RF/SQL control set
49 RTTY filter (0=OFF; 1=ON) (0=Auto, 1=SQL, 2=RF+SQL)
4F Twin peak filter (0=OFF; 1=ON) 0523 Send/read quick dualwatch set
50 Dial lock (0=OFF; 1=ON) (0=OFF, 1=ON)
19 00 Read the transceiver ID 0524 Send/read quick split set (0=OFF,
1A 00 Send/read memory contents (see 1=ON)
p. 114 for details) 0525 Send/read FM split offset (HF)
01 Send/read band stacking register –4.000 to +4.000 MHz
contents (see p. 114 for details) (see p. 114 for details)
02 Send/read memory keyer con- 0526 Send/read FM split offset (50 MHz)
tents (see p. 114 for details) –4.000 to +4.000 MHz
03 Send/read the selected filter width (see p. 114 for details)
(0=50 Hz to 40/31=3600/2700 Hz) 0527 Send/read split lock set (0=OFF,
04 Send/read the selected AGC time 1=ON)
constant (0=OFF, 1=0.1/0.3 sec. to 0528 Send/read tuner auto start set
13=6.0/8.0 sec.) (0=OFF, 1=ON)
0501 Send/read SSB TX Tone (Bass) 0529 Send/read PTT tune set (0=OFF,
level (0 =min. to 10=max.) 1=ON)
0502 Send/read SSB TX Tone (Treble) 0530 Send/read antenna selection
level (0=min. to 10=max.) (0=OFF, 1=Manual, 2=Auto)
0503 Send/read MONITOR gain (0=min. 0531 Send/read RTTY mark frequency
to 255=max.) (0=1275 Hz, 1=1615 Hz,
0504 Send/read CW side tone gain 2=2125 Hz)
(0=min. to 255=max.) 0532 Send/read RTTY shift width
0505 Send/read CW side tone gain limit (0=170 Hz, 1=200 Hz, 2=425 Hz)
(0=OFF, 1=ON) 0533 Send/read RTTY keying polarity
0506 Send/read beep gain (0=min. to (0=Normal, 1=Reverse)
0534 Send/read RTTY decode USOS
0507
255=max.)
Send/read beep gain limit (0=OFF, (0=OFF, 1=ON) 16
1=ON) 0535 Send/read RTTY decode new line
0508 Send/read LCD contrast (0=0% to code (0=CR,LF,CR+LF,
255=100%) 1=CR+LF)
0509 Send/read LCD backlight (0=0% to 0536 Send/read speech language
255=100%) (0=English, 1=Japanese)
0510 Send/read LCD horizontal position 0537 Send/read speech speed (0=slow,
(0=1 to 7=8) 1=fast)
0511 Send/read switch backlight (0=1 to 0538 Send/read S-level speech (0=OFF,
7=8) 1=ON)
0512 Send/read display type (0=A, 1=B, 0539 Send/read memo pad numbers
2=C, 3=D, 4=E, 5=F, 6=G, 7=H) (0=5 ch, 1=10 ch)
0513 Send/read display font (0=Basic1, 0540 Send/read main dial auto TS
1=Basic2, 2=Pop, 3=7seg, (0=OFF, 1=Low, 2=High)
4=Italic1, 5=italic2, 6=Classic) 0541 Send/read mic. up/down speed
0514 Send/read memory name (0=OFF, (0=Low, 1=High)
1=ON) 0542 Send/read CI-V transceive set
0515 Send/read my call setting (10-char- (0=OFF, 1=ON)
acter: see p. 114) 0543 Send/read CI-V 731 mode set
0516 Send/read current time (0000 to (0=OFF, 1=ON)
2359)

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16 CONTROL COMMAND

• Command table (continued)


Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description
1A 0544 Send/read TX spectrum scope set 1A 0570 Send/read SSB transmit band-
(0=OFF, 1=ON) width for WIDE setting
0545 Send/read spectrum scope max. (Low: 100/300/500 Hz,
hold set (0=OFF, 1=ON) High: 2500/2700/2900 Hz)
0546 Send/read voice auto monitor set 0571 Send/read SSB transmit band-
(0=OFF, 1=ON) width for MID setting
0547 Send/read cut number style (Low: 100/300/500 Hz,
(0=Normal, 1=190→ANO, High: 2500/2700/2900 Hz)
2=190→ANT, 3=90→NO, 0572 Send/read SSB transmit band-
4=90→NT) width-NAR setting
0548 Send/read count up trigger chan- (Low: 100/300/500 Hz,
nel (1=M1, 2=M2, 3=M3, 4=M4) High: 2500/2700/2900 Hz)
0549 Send/read present number 0573 Send/read clock2 function
(1–9999) (0=OFF, 1=ON)
0550 Send/read CW keyer repeat time 0574 Send/read offset time for clock2
(1=1 sec. to 60=60 sec.) (240001=–24:00, 240000=+24:00)
0551 Send/read CW keyer dot/dash 0575 Send/read screen saver setting
ratio (28=1:1:2.8 to 45=1:1:4.5) (0=OFF, 1=15 min, 2=30 min,
3=60 min)
0552 Send/read rise time (0=2 msec.,
1=4 msec., 2=6 msec., 3=8 msec.) 0576 Send/read RTTY TX USOS
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
0553 Send/read paddle polarity
(0=Normal, 1=Reverse) 06 Send/read DATA mode (0=OFF,
1=ON)
0554 Send/read keyer type (0=Straight,
1=Bug-key, 2=ELEC-Key) 07 Send/read SSB transmit band-
width (0=Wide, 1=Middle, 2=Nar-
0555 Send/read mic. up/down keyer set
row)
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
1B 00 Set repeater tone frequency
0556 Send/read scan speed (0=low,
1=high) 01 Set tone squelch tone frequency
0557 Send/read scan resume (0=OFF, 1C 00 Set the transceiver to receive or
1=ON) transmit condition (0=Rx; 1=Tx)
0558 Send/read VOX gain (0=0% to 01 Send/read tuner function (0=OFF,
255=100%) 1=ON, 2=Manual tune)
0559 Send/read anti VOX gain (0=0% to
255=100%)
0560 Send/read VOX delay (0=0.0 sec.
to 20=2.0 sec.)
0561 Send/read RTTY filter bandwidth
(0=250 Hz, 1=300 Hz, 2=350 Hz,
3=500 Hz, 4=1 kHz)
0562 Send/read twin peak filter (0=OFF,
1=ON)
0563 Send/read timer functions (0=OFF,
1=ON)
0564 Send/read DSP filter type
(0=SSB: sharp; CW: sharp,
1=SSB: sharp; CW: soft,
2=SSB: soft CW: sharp,
3=SSB: soft CW: soft)
0565 Send/read quick RIT/∂TX clear
function (0=OFF, 1=ON)
0566 Send/read SSB/CW synchronous
tuning function (0=OFF, 1=ON)
0567 Send/read CW normal side set
(0=LSB, 1=USB)
0568 Send/read external keypad type
(0=OFF, 1=Keyer send, 2=Voice
play (Tx), 3=Auto)
0569 Send/read NB level (0=0% to
255=100%)

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CONTROL COMMAND 16

• To send/read memory contents • Channel code for memory keyer


When sending or reading memory contents, additional code To send or read the desired memory keyer contents, the
as follows must be added to appoint the memory channel. channel and character codes as follows are used.
➥ Additional code: 0000–0101 (0100=P1, 0101=P2) • Channel code
Code Channel number
• Band stacking register 01 M1
To send or read the desired band stacking register’s con-
02 M2
tents, combined code of the frequency band and register
codes as follows are used. 03 M3
For example, when sending/reading the oldest contents in 04 M4
the 21 MHz band, the code “0703” is used.
• Frequency band code • Character’s code
Character ASCII code Description
Code Frequency band Frequency range (unit: MHz) 0–9 30–39 Numerals
01 1.8 1.800000– 1.999999 A–Z 41–5A Alphabetical characters
02 3.5 3.400000– 4.099999 a–z 61–7A Alphabetical characters
03 7 6.900000– 7.499999 space 20 Word space
04 10 9.900000–10.499999 / 2F Symbol
05 14 13.900000–14.499999 ? 3F Symbol
06 18 17.900000–18.499999 , 2C Symbol
07 21 20.900000–21.499999 . 2E Symbol
08 24 24.400000–25.099999 ^ 5E e.g., to send BT, enter ^4254
09 28 28.000000–29.999999 ✱ 2A Inserts contact number (can be
10 50 50.000000–54.000000 used for 1 channel only)
11 GENE Other than above
• Character’s code for my call
Character ASCII code Description
• Register code 0–9 30–39 Numerals
Code Registered number A–Z 41–5A Alphabetical characters
01 1 (latest) a–z 61–7A Alphabetical characters
02 2 space 20 Word space
03 3 (oldest) – 2D Symbol
. 2E Symbol
/ 2F Symbol

• FM split frequency (HF/50 MHz) setting 16


The following data sequence is used when sending/reading
the FM split frequency setting.

q w e r
X 0 X X 0 X XX
10 MHz digit: 0 (fixed)
100 Hz digit: 0 (fixed)

100 kHz digit: 0–9

10 kHz digit: 0–9

1 MHz digit: 0–4


1 kHz digit: 0–9

00=+ direction
01=– direction
Direction:

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17 SPECIFICATIONS

• General • Receiver
• Frequency coverage : (unit: MHz) • Receive system : Triple conversion
Receiver 0.030–60.000*1*2 superheterodyne system
Transmitter 1.800–1.999*2, 3.500–3.999*2, • Intermediate frequencies :
5.33050*3, 5.34650*3, 5.36650*3, 1st 64.455 MHz
5.37150*3, 5.40350*3, 2nd 455 kHz
7.000–7.300*2, 10.100–10.150*2, 3rd 36 kHz
14.000–14.350*2, 18.068–18.168*2, • Sensitivity (typical) :
21.000–21.450*2, 24.890–24.990*2, SSB, CW, RTTY 0.16 µV (1.80–29.99 MHz)*1
28.000–29.700*2, 50.000–54.000*2 (10 dB S/N) 0.13 µV (50.0–54.0 MHz)*2
*1Some frequency bands are not guaranteed. AM (10 dB S/N) 13 µV (0.5–1.799 MHz)
*2Depending on version. *3USA version only. 2 µV (1.80–29.99 MHz)*1
• Mode : USB, LSB, CW, RTTY, AM, FM 1 µV (50.0–54.0 MHz)
• No. of memory channels : 101 (99 regular, 2 scan edges) FM (12 dB SINAD) 0.5 µV (28.0–29.99 MHz)*1
• Antenna connector : SO-239 × 2 and phono jacks 0.32 µV (50.0–54.0 MHz)*2
(RCA; 50 Ω) *1Pre-amp 1 is ON, *2Pre-amp 2 is ON
• Temperature range : –10˚C to +50˚C • Squelch sensitivity (Pre-amp: OFF):
; +14˚F to +122˚F SSB, CW, RTTY Less than 5.6 µV
• Frequency stability : Less than ±0.5 ppm 1 min. after FM Less than 1 µV
power ON. (–10 to +50˚C; +14 to • Selectivity :
+122˚F) SSB, RTTY More than 2.4 kHz/–6 dB
• Frequency resolution : 1 Hz (BW: 2.4 kHz) Less than 3.6 kHz/–60 dB
• Power supply : 13.8 V DC ±15% CW (BW: 500 Hz) More than 500 Hz/–6 dB
(negative ground) Less than 700 Hz/–60 dB
• Power consumption : AM (BW: 6 kHz) More than 6.0 kHz/–6 dB
Transmit Max. power 23 A Less than 15.0 kHz/–60 dB
Receive Standby 3.0 A (typ.) FM (BW: 15 kHz) More than 12.0 kHz/–6 dB
Max. audio 3.3 A (typ.) Less than 20.0 kHz/–60 dB
• Dimensions : 340(W) × 111(H) × 285(D) mm • Spurious and image : More than 70 dB
(projections not included) 133⁄8(W) × 43⁄8(H) × 117⁄32(D) in rejection ratio (except IF through on 50 MHz band)
• Weight (approx.) : 9.6 kg; 21 lb 3 oz • AF output power : More than 2.0 W at 10%
• ACC 1 connector : 8-pin DIN connector (at 13.8 V DC) distortion with an 8 Ω load
• ACC 2 connector : 7-pin DIN connector • RIT variable range : ±9.999 kHz
• CI-V connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8″) • PHONES connector : 3-conductor 6.35 (d) mm (1⁄4″)
• Display : 5-inch (diagonal) TFT color LCD • External SP connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm
(1⁄8″)/8 Ω

• Transmitter • Antenna tuner


• Output power (continuously adjustable): • Matching impedance range:
SSB/CW/RTTY/FM Less than 5 to 100 W HF bands 16.7 to 150 Ω unbalanced
AM Less than 5 to 40 W (Less than VSWR 3:1)
• Modulation system : 50 MHz band 20 to 125 Ω unbalanced
SSB PSN modulation (Less than VSWR 2.5:1)
AM Low power modulation • Minimum operating input : 8 W
FM Phase modulation power
• Spurious emission : 50 dB (HF bands) • Tuning accuracy : VSWR 1.5:1 or less
60 dB (50 MHz band) • Insertion loss (after tuning) : Less than 1.0 dB
• Carrier suppression : 40 dB
• Unwanted sideband : 55 dB
suppression
• ∂TX variable range : ±9.999 kHz
• Microphone connector : 8-pin connector (600 Ω)
• ELEC-KEY connector : 3-conductor 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4″)
• KEY connector : 3-conductor 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4″)
• SEND connector : Phono jack (RCA)
• ALC connector : Phono jack (RCA)

All stated specifications are typical and subject to change without no-
tice or obligation.
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OPTIONS 18
IC-PW1/EURO HF/50 MHz ALL BAND 1 kW LINEAR AMPLIFIER PS-125 DC POWER SUPPLY

Full-duty 1 kW linear amplifier including an automatic antenna tuner. Has Light weight switching regulator
automatic tuning and band selection capability. Full break-in (QSK) oper- system power supply.
ation is possible. The amplifier/power supply unit and the remote control • Output voltage: 13.8 V DC
unit are separated. • Max. current drain: 25 A

AH-4 HF/50 MHz AUTOMATIC AH-2b ANTENNA ELEMENT SM-20 DESKTOP MICROPHONE
ANTENNA TUNER

A 2.5 m long an-


tenna element for
mobile operation
with the AH-4.
• Frequency
Specially designed to tune a long coverage:
7–54 MHz bands Unidirectional, electret microphone
wire antenna for portable or mobile
with the AH-4
HF operation. The PTT tuner start for base station operation. Includes
function provides simple operation. [UP]/[DOWN] switches and a low
• Input power rating: 120 W cut function.

HM-36 HAND MICROPHONE


SP-23 EXTERNAL SPEAKER CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER
Hand microphone equipped with
[UP]/[DN] switches.

UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT


Announces the receive frequency, mode
and S-meter level in a clear, electroni-
cally-generated voice, in English (or 17
Japanese).

18
4 audio filters; headphone jack; can For remote transceiver control
connect to 2 transceivers. using a personal computer. You
• Input impedance: 8 Ω can change frequencies, operating
• Max. input power: 4 W mode, memory channels, etc.

•About DC power supply


The use of IC-756PROIII (#33, #34, #35, #38, #40) in com-
bination with the DC power supply complies with European
Harmonised Standard regulations under the conditions
listed below.
Conditions
•In combination with PS-125

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19 ABOUT CE

INSTALLATION NOTES
For amateur base station installations it is recom- EIRP clearance heights by frequency band
mended that the forwards clearance in front of the an- 1 Watts 2.1 m
tenna array is calculated relative to the EIRP (Effective 10 Watts 2.8 m
Isotropic Radiated Power). The clearance height below 25 Watts 3.4 m
the antenna array can be determined in most cases 100 Watts 5m
from the RF power at the antenna input terminals. 1000 Watts 12 m

As different exposure limits have been recommended Forward clearance, EIRP by frequency band
for different frequencies, a relative table shows a 100 Watts 2m
guideline for installation considerations. 1000 Watts 6.5 m
10,000 Watts 20 m
Below 30 MHz, the recommended limits are specified 100,000 Watts 65 m
in terms of V/m or A/m fields as they are likely to fall
within the near-field region. Similarly, the antennae In all cases any possible risk depends on the transmit-
may be physically short in terms of electrical length ter being activated for long periods. (actual recom-
and that the installation will require some antenna mendation limits are specified as an average during 6
matching device which can create local, high intensity minutes) Normally the transmitter is not active for long
magnetic fields. Analysis of such MF installations is periods of time. Some radio licenses will require that a
best considered in association with published guidance timer circuit automatically cuts the transmitter after 1–2
notes such as the FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 minutes etc.
and its annexes relative to amateur transmitter instal-
Similarly some types of transmitter, SSB, CW, AM etc.
lations. The EC recommended limits are almost identi-
have a lower ‘average’ output power and the assessed
cal to the FCC specified ‘uncontrolled’ limits and tables
risk is even lower.
exist that show pre-calculated safe distances for differ-
Versions of the IC-756PROIII which display
ent antenna types for different frequency bands. Fur-
the “CE” symbol on the serial number seal,
ther information can be found at http://www.arrl.org/.
comply with the essential requirements of
• Typical amateur radio installation the European Radio and Telecommunication
Exposure distance assumes that the predominant ra- Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC.
diation pattern is forwards and that radiation vertically This warning symbol indicates that this
downwards is at unity gain (sidelobe suppression is equipment operates in non-harmonised fre-
equal to main lobe gain). This is true of almost every quency bands and/or may be subject to li-
gain antenna today. Exposed persons are assumed to censing conditions in the country of use. Be
be beneath the antenna array and have a typical sure to check that you have the correct ver-
height to 1.8 m. sion of this radio or the correct programming
The figures assume the worst case emission of con- of this radio, to comply with national licens-
stant carrier. ing requirement.

For the bands 10 MHz and higher the following power


density limits have been recommended:
10–50 MHz 2 W/sq m

117
ABOUT CE 19

DECLARATION
OF CONFORMITY

We Icom Inc. Japan


1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku
Osaka 547-0003, Japan
Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with the
essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Düsseldorf 1st Sep. 2004
Suite measurements have been performed. Place and date of issue

Kind of equipment: HF/50 MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER


Icom (Europe) GmbH
Himmelgeister straße 100
Type-designation: D-40225 Düsseldorf
Authorized representative name
Version (where applicable):
This compliance is based on conformity according to Annex III of the H. Ikegami
directive 1999/5/EC using the following harmonised standards: General Manager
i) Article 3.1a EN 60950 + A11
ii) Article 3.1b EN 301489-1 and EN 301489-15
iii) Article 3.2 EN 301 783-2

Signature

19

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IC-756PROIII <Intended Country of Use>
#33 (Europe)
■ GER ■ FRA ■ ESP ■ SWE
■ AUT ■ NED ■ POR ■ DEN
■ GBR ■ BEL ■ ITA ■ FIN
■ IRL ■ LUX ■ GRE ■ SUI
■ NOR

IC-756PROIII <Intended Country of Use>


#34 (France)
■ GER ■ FRA ■ ESP ■ SWE
■ AUT ■ NED ■ POR ■ DEN
■ GBR ■ BEL ■ ITA ■ FIN
■ IRL ■ LUX ■ GRE ■ SUI
■ NOR

IC-756PROIII <Intended Country of Use>


#35 (UK)
■ GER ■ FRA ■ ESP ■ SWE
■ AUT ■ NED ■ POR ■ DEN
■ GBR ■ BEL ■ ITA ■ FIN
■ IRL ■ LUX ■ GRE ■ SUI
■ NOR

IC-756PROIII <Intended Country of Use>


#38 (Italy)
■ GER ■ FRA ■ ESP ■ SWE
■ AUT ■ NED ■ POR ■ DEN
■ GBR ■ BEL ■ ITA ■ FIN
■ IRL ■ LUX ■ GRE ■ SUI
■ NOR

IC-756PROIII <Intended Country of Use>


#40 (Spain)
■ GER ■ FRA ■ ESP ■ SWE
■ AUT ■ NED ■ POR ■ DEN
■ GBR ■ BEL ■ ITA ■ FIN
■ IRL ■ LUX ■ GRE ■ SUI
■ NOR

A-6378H-1EX
Printed in Japan
© 2004 Icom Inc. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan

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