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RF Direct Sampling System
The IC-7300 employs an RF direct sampling system, where RF signals are directly converted to digital data. Then processed in the FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array), making it possible to simplify the circuit construction as well as reduce noise that can mask weak signals.
The new "IP+" improves the 3rd order intercept point (IP3) performance improving the ability to copy a weak signal that is adjacent to either a strong interfering signal. In this process, A/D converter is optimized to reduce or eliminate signal distortion.
RMDR and Phase Noise Characteristics
The IC-7300’s RMDR is about 97dB* (typical value) improving the Phase Noise characteristics by about 15dB (at 1 kHz frequency separation). The superior Phase Noise characteristics reduce noise components for both receive and transmit signals.
* At 1 kHz frequency separation (received frequency: 14.2MHz, MODE: CW, IF BW: 500Hz)
15 Discrete Band-Pass Filters
The RF Direct Sampling is protected by an array of bandpass filters. The signal passes through one of the fifteen bandpass filters, where signals outside the passband are rejected. To reduce the insertion loss, the IC-7300 utilizes High Q factor coils.
Large Color Touch Screen
The large 4.3" color TFT touch LCD offers intuitive operation of functions, settings, and various operational visual aids such as the band scope, waterfall function, and audio scope.
Like on the high-end rigs, the waterfall shows a change of signal strength over a period of time and allows you to find weak signals that may not be apparent on the spectrum scope.
Use the audio scope function to observe various AF TX/RX characteristics such as microphone compressor level, filter width, notch filter width and keying waveform in the CW mode. Image below shows the Audio scope with the waterfall function and the oscilloscope.
Touch screen display
Waterfall function
Audio scope function
Real-Time Spectrum Scope
You no longer have to choose whether to listen to the audio or have the spectrum scope sweep for signals as the IC-7300’s real-time spectrum scope offers the simultaneous operations found in some of the more expensive rigs! This means you can use either the spectrum scope or the waterfall to quickly move to an intended signal while listening to the receiver audio. The ‘7300’s touch screen introduces a "Magnify" function. So, when you first touch the scope screen around the intended signal, the touched part is magnified. A second touch of the scope screen changes the operating frequency and allows you to accurately tune.
Spectrum scope specifications
| Scope system | FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) |
| Sweep speed | Max. 30 frames/second (approx.), selectable from slow, mid or fast |
| Span width | 5kHz–1000kHz |
| Resolution | 1 pixel minimum (approximately) |
| Waveform display area (vertical axis) | 80dB |
| Reference level adjustment | –20dB to +20dB |
| Peak level hold function (Max. hold) | ON/OFF/last 10 seconds |
| Other functions | Averaging indication Touch screen operation VBW (Video Band Width) adjustment |
Additional Features:
- Built-in automatic antenna tuner
- 101 channels (99 regular, 2 scan edges)
- SD memory card slot for saving data
- Cooling fan system
- Multi-function meter
- CW functions: full break-in, CW reverse, CW auto tuning
- SSB, CW, RTTY, AM, FM modes
Specifications :
General | |
|---|---|
| Frequency coverage RX TX | 0.030–74.800** 1.800–1.999, 3.500–3.999, 5.255–5.405*, 7.000–7.300, 10.100–10.150, 14.000–14.350, 18.068–18.168, 21.000–21.450, 24.890–24.990, 28.000–29.700, 50.000–54.000 * Some frequency bands are not guaranteed. ** Guaranteed range: 0.500–29.999, 50.000–54.000MHz. |
| Mode | SSB, CW, RTTY, AM, FM |
| Number of channels | 101 (99 regular, 2 scan edges) |
| Antenna connector | SO-239 (50Ω) |
| Power supply requirement | 13.8V DC ±15% |
| Power Consumption | Tx: 21A (at 100W output power) Rx: 0.9A typical (Standby), 1.25A (Maximum audio) |
| Operating temperature range | –10˚C to +60˚C; 14˚F to 140˚F |
| Frequency stability | Less than ±0.5ppm (–10˚C to +60˚C; 14˚F to 140˚F) |
| Frequency resolution | 1Hz |
| Dimensions | 240×94×238mm; 9.45×3.7×9.37in (projections not included) |
| Weight (approximately) | 4.2kg; 9.26 lb |
Transmitter | |
|---|---|
| Output power (HF/50MHz) | SSB/CW/FM/RTTY: 2–100W, AM: 1–25W |
| Modulation system SSB AM FM | Digital P.S.N. modulation Digital Low power modulation Digital Reactance modulation |
| Spurious emission | Less than –50dB (HF bands), Less than –63dB (50MHz band) |
| Carrier suppression | More than 50dB |
| Unwanted sideband | More than 50dB |
| Microphone impedance | 600Ω |
Receiver | |
|---|---|
| Receiver system | Direct Sampling |
| Intermediate frequency | 36kHz |
| Sensitivity* SSB/CW (at 10dB S/N) 0.5–1.8MHz 1.8–29.995MHz 28.0–29.7MHz 50MHz band AM (at 10dB S/N) 0.5–1.8MHz 1.8–29.995MHz 28.0–29.7MHz 50MHz band FM (at 12dB SINAD) 0.5–1.8MHz 1.8–29.995MHz 28.0–29.7MHz 50MHz band | - 0.16μV - 0.13μV 12.6μV 2.0μV - 1.0μV - - 0.5μV 0.25μV * HF: Preamp 1 ON, 50MHz: Preamp 2 ON |
| Squelch sensitivity* (Threshold) SSB: Less than 5.6μV, FM: | Less than 0.3μV * HF: Preamp 1 ON, 50MHz: Preamp 2 ON |
| Selectivity (sharp filter shape) SSB (BW: 2.4KHz) CW (BW: 500Hz) RTTY (BW: 500Hz) AM (BW: 6kHz) FM (BW: 15kHz) | More than 2.4kHz/–6dB Less than 3.4kHz/–40dB More than 500Hz/–6dB Less than 700Hz/–40dB More than 500Hz/–6dB Less than 800Hz/–40dB More than 6.0kHz/–6dB Less than 10kHz/–40dB More than 12.0kHz/–6dB Less than 22kHz/–40dB |
| Spurious and image rejection ratio | HF: More than 70dB 50MHz: More than 70dB (Except for ADC Aliasing) |
| Audio output power | More than 2.5W (at 10% distortion with an 8Ω load, 1kHz) |
Tuner | |
|---|---|
| Frequency range | 1.9–50MHz bands |
| Matching impedance range | 16.7Ω–150Ω unbalanced (VSWR better than 1: 3) |
| Tuning accuracy | VSWR 1: 1.5 or less |
| Tuning time | 2–3 seconds (Maximum 15 seconds) |
36 NM Range Observation with 4 kW Output Radome Scanner
Simplified ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aids) Function*
The simplified ARPA function helps to prevent a collision risk with other vessels or objects. Up to five targets can be automatically tracked on the radar echo, when a target enters within the set watch area, (or up to ten targets can be tracked when manually set). By selecting one of the targets, the target information such as position, course, speed, CPA, TCPA, bearing, and distance is shown on the lower side of the display. When the target enters within the CPA and TCPA limits, an alarm message is displayed with a beep alarm.
* External bearing, speed and position data required.
Simplified ARPA
Alarm example
DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Information Function*
When connected to a DSC radio and a DSC call is received, the received message is transferred to the MR-1010RII. Up to 20 DSC messages can be plotted on the radar echo. If a MOB position information is transmitted from a DSC handheld transceiver (including Icom IC-M93D), the MR-1010RII can show the MOB waypoint on the radar echo to assist in search and rescue operation.
* External bearing, position and DSC data required.
Received DSC example
AIS (Automatic Identification System) Overlay Function*
When connected to an external AIS device (including Icom IC-M605 and, IC-M506 AIS), up to 100 AIS target icons are overlaid on the radar echo. By selecting an AIS icon, vessel information such as AIS class, MMSI number, vessel name, course, speed, CPA, TCPA, bearing and distance are shown on the lower side of the display.
* External bearing, position and AIS data required.
Other vessel AIS information
Compatible Icom marine DSC radio example, IC-M605
Wide Viewing Angle Color TFT LCD
The wide viewing angle color TFT LCD offers bright, vivid echoes with 16 steps gradient intensity. The screen intensity and screen color (day, night and user settings) can be instantly adjusted with the "BRILL" button. In addition, the auto hide information function enlarges radar echoes to full size.
Night setting
Day setting
Multi-Lingual Intuitive User Interface
The language setting of the MR-1010RII is selectable from English, Indonesian, Korean, Spanish, Thai and Vietnamese. The large eight-direction cursor key provides smooth operation even when wearing gloves. Various settings can be configured through visually intuitive operation.
User color setting menu
Initial menu
Optional Video Output Unit
With an optional video output unit, UX-252, the MR-1010RII can be connected to an external display. Same radar echoes can be observed on the main unit and external display at the same time.
Video output example
TLL (Target Latitude Longitude) Function*
The MR-1010RII can mark points with icons and transfer the position data with NMEA TLL sentences to other NMEA 0183 devices such as an external plotter.
* External bearing and position data required.
True Trail Function*
The true trail function cancels own ship movement and shows true moving objects with trails, while static objects are not trailed.
* External bearing and position data required.
Other features
・ 10.2–42 V wide DC input to prevent over voltage damage
・ Two user programmable alarm zones
・ Waypoint indication*
・ Designed, engineered and Made in Japan
SPECS :
Display Unit
| Display type | 10.4-inch Color TFT LCD | |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 480 × 640 dots | |
| Minimum range | 25 m; 82 ft (at 1⁄8 NM range) | |
| Maximum range | 36 NM | |
| Range scales | NM | 1⁄8, 1⁄4, 1⁄2, 3⁄4, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 36 |
| km | 1⁄4, 1⁄2, 3⁄4, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 36, 48 | |
| Preheat time | 90 seconds | |
| Power supply | 10.2–42 V DC | |
| Power consumption (at zero wind velocity) | 55 W (approximately) | |
| Usable temperature range | −15°C to +55°C; +5°F to +131°F | |
| Input data format | NMEA 0183, N+1, AUX, IEC61162-2 | |
| Output data format | NMEA 0183 | |
Scanner Unit
| Type | 60 cm; 2 ft radome scanner |
|---|---|
| Rotation speed | 24, 36rpm typ. |
| Horizontal beamwidth | 4° typ. |
| Vertical beamwidth | 22° typ. |
| Sidelobe | −22 dB typ. |
| Usable temperature range | −25°C to +70°C; −13°F to +158°F |
| Usable humidity range | Less than 95% (at 40°C; +104°F) |
| Frequency | 9410 MHz ±30 MHz |
| Modulation | P0N |
| Peak output power | 4 kW |
| Pulse-width/repetition rate | 80 ns/2160 Hz, 80 ns/1440 Hz, 250 ns/1440 Hz, 350 ns/1440 Hz, 350 ns/720 Hz, 900 ns/720 Hz |
| Modulator | FET switching |
| Intermediate frequency | 60 MHz |
| IF bandwidth | 10 MHz, 3 MHz |
| Tuning | Auto/manual selectable |
| Supplied system cable | 15 m; 49.2 ft (OPC-2341) |
Applicable IP Rating
| Ingress Protection Standard | |
|---|---|
| Display unit | IPX4 (Water resistance) |
| Scanner unit | IPX6 (Powerful jet water protection) |
The Icom IC-9700 is the first VHF/UHF/1200 MHz transceiver which introduces the RF direct sampling system for the 144 and 430 MHz bands, a real-time spectrum scope and waterfall function. The RF direct sampling system has already provided high performance in Icom's IC-7610 and IC-7300 HF transceivers. In addition, the spectrum scope and waterfall function have been indispensable tools for operators to increase QSO opportunities, without missing weak signals. The radio has many other impressive features including a built-in 1200 MHz band, 4.3 inch TFT colour touchscreen display, full duplex with Dualwatch on separate bands, Satellite mode, D-STAR DV (Digital Voice) /DD (Digital Data) modes and Terminal/Access point modes. Also, a newly designed power amplifier and cooling system provide stable and high-efficiency operation, even when continuously transmitting for a long time.
The IC-9700 is also the perfect companion to the IC-7300 HF radio. Measuring the same size, both radios provide almost identical operation. Using the IC-9700 and IC-7300 creates the ultimate, compact radio station covering the VHF, UHF, HF and 1200 MHz bands. The IC-9700 is the only VHF/UHF all mode transceiver that enables a variety of VHF/UHF operation including DX, contests, satellite/EME and D-STAR.
144, 430, and 1200 MHz All Mode Transceiver Including Satellite, DV, and DD Modes
Without installing any option unit, you can enjoy Multi-band operation. The IC-9700 includes D-STAR (a digital voice and data protocol specification for amateur radio) DV and DD modes. In addition, Satellite mode is built-in! There are three antenna connectors for 144, 430, and 1200 MHz.
Incorporates Icom’s RF Direct Sampling System
The IC-9700 adopts the RF Direct Sampling system (for 144 MHz and 430 MHz). In this system, signals are processed in the digital domain by the ADC and FPGA. This is different from legacy superheterodyne systems, where the signals are processed in a mixer that includes nonlinear elements. Therefore, the signal purity is very high, and clear audio can be generated. For 1200 MHz, the Down Conversion IF Sampling method is adopted.
Instinctive Operation with the Touch Screen
You can easily set the operating frequency or mode by touching the standby screen. The MENU screen allows you intuitively change settings including those for satellite communication or D-STAR operation. Entering Memory channel names is easy to do on the character input screen.
The Very First VHF/UHF Real-Time Spectrum Scope and Waterfall Display
This is the first time that a real-time spectrum scope and waterfall display comparable to an HF high tier transceiver have been introduced in a VHF/UHF transceiver. With the high-speed spectrum scope, you can instantly grasp your operating band condition and you can set the frequency to a destination signal with a simple touch on the screen. You can also view receive signal history using the waterfall display.
Independent Receiver, Full Duplex Operation
The IC-9700 can simultaneously receive on two different bands, and two different modes. For example, you can receive on the 1200 MHz band in AM mode while receiving on the 144 MHz band in FM mode. This function will be a significant advantage when participating in contests, or DX hunting. Furthermore, the IC-9700 is Full Duplex which enables you to transmit on the main band while receiving on the sub-band allowing you to enjoy Satellite operation.
Audio Scope Function
Making good use of the Audio Scope function, various Audio characteristics, such as microphone compressor level, filter width, notch filter width, and keying waveform in CW mode can be monitored. Transmit or receive audio can either be displayed on the FFT scope and the oscilloscope.
Newly Designed Power Amplifier
The power amplifier outputs stable power with high efficiency (144/430 MHz band: 100/70 watts). The cooling system prevents the PA’s temperature from rising, even when operating for a long time. That enables reliable operation during contests. This amplifier is more energy efficient than previous models.
D-STAR Operating Functions
The IC-9700 has the D-STAR Repeater (DR) function. The DR function can be used on both the main band and sub band. Moreover, by using the DD mode, you can browse the Internet through a repeater station.
Built-in “Remote” Function, Terminal mode and Access Point mode
A static IP address can be set to the transceiver. If you set a global IP address to your router, you can use the Terminal mode or Access Point mode without remote software applications.
Almost Identical User Interface to the IC-7300
The layout of the dials and keys and the menu screens are almost the same as the IC-7300. If you are familiar with the IC-7300, the IC-9700 will be easy to operate. The IC-9700 is the perfect side-by-side companion to the IC-7300, enabling operation from HF to 1200 MHz.
Comprehensive Menus for Satellite Operation
The selectable Main, Sub, Normal, and Reverse Satellite Screen menus make Satellite operation easier. Even in Satellite mode, you can use the high-quality spectrum scope.
Normal and Reverse Tracking functions
In addition to Reverse Tracking function there is also a Normal Tracking function that simultaneously increases or decreases both the downlink and uplink frequencies in the same steps.
AFC function
Automatic Frequency Control follows the frequency change caused by the Doppler effect thus maintaining a stable receive condition.
Up to 99 Satellite Memory channels
The IC-9700 has 99 satellite memory channels that allow you to store both uplink and downlink frequencies and operating mode.
Other functions
• Large and clear audio
• Compatible with the RS-BA1 Version 2 (Built-in server function) and CI-V commands
• Digital Twin PBT
• CW functions: Full break-in, CW memory keyer, CW reverse, CW auto tuning
• SD card slot
• TX/RX audio recording
• Screen capture...and more.
SPECS :
- 144, 430, and 1200 MHz All Mode Transceiver Including Satellite, DV, and DD Modes
- Incorporates Icom’s RF Direct Sampling System
- Instinctive Operation with the Touch Screen
- The Very First VHF/UHF Real-Time Spectrum Scope and Waterfall Display
- Independent Receiver, Full Duplex Operation
- Audio Scope Function
- Newly Designed Power Amplifier
- D-STAR Operating Functions
- Built-in “Remote” Function, Terminal mode and Access Point mode
- Almost Identical User Interface to the IC-7300
- Comprehensive Menus for Satellite Operation
- Normal and Reverse Tracking functions
- AFC function
- Up to 99 Satellite Memory channels
- Large and clear audio
- Compatible with the RS-BA1 Version 2 (Built-in server function) and CI-V commands
- Digital Twin PBT
- CW functions: Full break-in, CW memory keyer, CW reverse, CW auto tuning
- SD card slot
- TX/RX audio recording
- Screen capture
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