Icom IC-706MKIIG manuale d’uso

INSTRUCTION MANUAL i706M K ™G HF/VHF/UHF 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.[...]

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS PRECAUTIONS IMPOR T ANT Read this instruction manual carefully before attempting to operate the transceiver . Save this instruction manual. This instruction manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the IC-706MKIIG. R W ARNING HIGH VOL T AGE! NEVER attach an antenna or internal antenna connector dur- ing t[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORT ANT ............................................................. i PRECAUTIONS ........................................................ i EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .......................................... i T ABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................ ii UNP ACKING .........................................[...]

■ Front panel q POWER SWITCH [POWER] (p. 15) T urns power ON and OFF . • Push momentarily to turn power ON. • Push for 2 sec. to turn power OFF . w AF GAIN CONTROL [AF] (inner control; p. 15) Rotate clockwise to increase the audio output from the speaker; rotate counterclockwise to decrease the audio output from the speaker . e RF GAIN CONTRO[...]

2 1 P ANEL DESCRIPTION panel. DO NOT connect 2 microphones simultaneously . !2 LOCK SWITCH [LOCK] ➥ Push momentarily to turn the dial lock function ON and OFF . • The dial lock function electronically locks the main dial. ➥ When the optional UT -102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is installed (p. 52), push for 2 sec. to have the frequency , etc. anno[...]

■ Function switches D M1 FUNCTIONS SPLIT OPERA TION (p. 29) T oggles the split function ON and OFF . •“ ä ” appears when the split function is ON. • The function of [F-3] changes to XFC when the split function is ON. VFO A/B SELECTION (p. 16) ➥ T oggles between VFO A and VFO B in VFO mode. ➥ T oggles between transmission VFO and rece[...]

4 1 P ANEL DESCRIPTION VOX FUNCTION (p. 26) T oggles the VOX function ON and OFF . • The [VOX GAIN] and [ANTI VOX] are avail- able on the side panel. • VOX delay can be set in quick set mode (p. 48). SPEECH COMPRESSOR (p. 26) T oggles the speech compressor ON and OFF . • The [COMP GAIN] control is available on the side panel. AGC (p. 21) Chan[...]

5 1 P ANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Rear and side panels q GROUND TERMINAL [GND] (p. 9) Connect this terminal to a ground to prevent electri- cal shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems. w ANTENNA CONNECTORS [ANT 1], [ANT 2] (p. 1 1) Accept a 50 Ω antenna with an PL-259 type plug. • [ANT 1] is for connection to an HF/50 MHz antenna. • [ANT 2] is for conne[...]

• ACC SOCKET • When connecting the ACC conversion cable (OPC-599) 6 1 P ANEL DESCRIPTION !3 BEEP/SIDETONE CONTROL [BEEP/SIDET ONE] Adjusts the beep tone and CW side tone audio lev- els. TECHNICAL INFORMA TION ACC PIN # NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICA TIONS COLOR 1 8 V Regulated 8 V output. Output voltage : 8 V ±0.3 V Output current : Less than 10 m[...]

7 1 P ANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Function display q NARROW/WIDE FIL TER INDICA TORS ➥ “ ã ” appears when selecting AM narrow or FM narrow modes. ➥ When installing an optional narrow fi lter , narrow mode can be selected in CW , RTTY and SSB modes. • When the SSB wide fi lter is installed, “ ç ” appears during wide mode selection. w MODE[...]

• MICROPHONE CONNECTOR 8 1 P ANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Microphone (HM-103) ➊ UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP]/[DN] Change the operating frequency . • Push and hold to change the frequency continuously . • T uning step is 50 Hz when no TS indicator appears. ➋ LOCK SWITCH [LOCK] Locks the [UP]/[DN] switches. ➌ PTT SWITCH [PTT] Push an d hold to transmit;[...]

9 2 INST ALLA TION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Unpacking After unpacking, immediately report any damage to the delivering carrier or dealer . Keep the shipping car- tons. For a description and a diagram of accessory equip- ment included with the IC-706MKIIG, see UNP ACK- ING on p. ii of this manual. ■ Grounding T o prevent electrical shock, television in[...]

T o raise the stand: With the transceiver upside down, pull the stand towards the rear panel and then upwards, as illus- trated below . 10 2 INST ALLA TION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Installation D Single body mounting D Stand * CAUTION: Non-supplied screws (longer than 8 mm) may damage the internal units. MB-62 (optional) Supplied with the MB-62* Pull ba[...]

11 2 INST ALLA TION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Required connections D C 13.8V EXT SP MIC KEY TUNER ANT 1 ANT 2 GND HF/VHF/UHF TRANSCEIVER i706MK™G AF RIT/ SUB MENU F-1 F-2 F-3 MODE Y Z TS DISPLAY LOCK RX TX M-CH PHONES TUNER/CALL P.AMP/ATT POWER SHIFT RF/SQL BAND BAND MICROPHONE (p. 8) HF/50 MHz ANTENNA RTTY TERMINAL UNIT (p. 35) 2 m ANTENNA PS-85 GROUN[...]

12 2 INST ALLA TION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Advanced connections D C 13.8V EXT SP MIC KEY TUNER ANT 1 ANT 2 GND OPC-589 (p. 65) DESKTOP (p. 64) MICROPHONE SPEAKER Selectable with the [PHONE/SPEAKER] switch on the back of the front panel. ACC SOCKET (p. 6) REMOTE (p. 45) Used for computer control and transceive. DATA JACK (p. 37) 6-pin mini DIN jack to [...]

CONNECTING THE PS-125 / PS-85 DC POWER SUPPLY PS-125 / PS-85 Connect to an AC outlet using the supplied AC cable. DC power cable DC power socket CONNECTING A NON-ICOM DC POWER SUPPLY (For Europe versions) Transceiver DC power socket To non-Icom power supply [GND] OPC-639 CONNECTING A NON-ICOM DC POWER SUPPLY Transceiver DC power socket To AC outlet[...]

14 2 INST ALLA TION AND CONNECTIONS ■ External antenna tuners and linear amplifier AH-4 ANT 1 Transceiver Coaxial cable (from the AH-4) To the AH-2b or an antenna element CONNECTING THE AH-4 The AH-4 can be used for the HF bands and 50 MHz band only. CONNECTING THE AT-180 Ground HF to 6 m antenna [TRANSCEIVER] [ANT 1] [ACC] [ACC] AT-180 ACC cabl[...]

15 3 FREQUENCY SETTING ■ 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 fol- lowing procedure. ➀ Make sure the transceiver power is OFF . ➁ While pushing [ Y ] and [ Z ], push [POWER] to t[...]

16 3 FREQUENCY SETTING ■ VFO description VFO is an abbreviation of V ariable Frequency Oscillator , and traditionally refers to an oscillator . The IC-706MKIIG ’ s VFO can store a frequency and an operating mode. Y ou can call up a desired frequency to a VFO with the memo pad-read switch (p. 42) or with the memory transfer switch (p. 42). Y ou [...]

17 3 FREQUENCY SETTING • Programmable tuning steps Programmable tuning steps are available to suit your operating requirements. These tuning steps are: • Independently selectable for each mode • Selectable from 0.01 (FM/WFM/AM only), 0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 15, 20 and 100 kHz ➀ Push [TS] one or more times until the programma- ble tuning ste[...]

18 3 FREQUENCY SETTING • 1 MHz quick tuning step The quick tuning step function allows you to change the frequency in 1 MHz steps when rotating the main dial. This function is only available in FM, WFM and AM modes. ➀ Select FM, WFM or AM mode if necessary . ➁ Push [TS] momentarily to toggle between the 1 MHz tuning step and the programmable [...]

19 3 FREQUENCY SETTING • Quick band change function The quick band change function automatically stores the last frequency and mode used for each band in a band stacking register . This is convenient for contest operation, etc. The tables below show the quick band change default settings for each band. ➀ Select S3 . • Push [DISPLA Y] when M o[...]

20 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The IF shift function electronically changes the pass- band frequency of the IF (intermediate frequency) and cuts out higher or lower frequency components of the IF to reject interference. The function shifts the IF frequency up to ± 1.2 kHz in 15 Hz steps in SSB/CW/RTTY modes and up to ± 250 Hz in 3 Hz steps in CW- ã /[...]

21 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Noise blanker The noise blanker reduces pulse-type noise such as that generated by automobile ignition systems. This function is not effective for FM modes or for non pulse- type noise. If you don ’ t want to use the noise blanker for AM communications, the “ AM noise blanker ” item in Initial Set mode must be turn[...]

22 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D RF gain and squelch D Simple band scope The IC-706MKIIG uses the same control, [RF/SQL], to adjust one of either the RF gain or the squelch. [RF/SQL] adjusts either the RF gain or the squelch depending on the operating mode selected and the condition of the RF gain item in initial set mode (p. 51; also see the table at r[...]

Filter variations *Optional fi lter. Optional fi lter installation and selection tables SSB 23 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Optional fi lter selection T wo optional fi lters can be installed in the IC- 706MKIIG. Narrow fi lters help reject interference from adjacent signals and obtain good selectivity . Wide fi lters provide improved audio for SS[...]

24 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT This function automatically attenuates beat tones, tuning signals, etc., even if they are moving. The automatic notch fi lter functions in SSB, FM and AM modes. ➀ Select S4 (DSP menu). • Push [DISPLA Y] 1 or 2 times when M or G is displayed. • Push [MENU] one or more times to select S4 . ➁ Push [ (F-1) ANF ] to to[...]

25 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT • Setting output power ➀ Push [DISPLA Y] for 2 sec. to select quick set mode. ➁ Push [MENU] one or more times to select Q1 RF POWER . ➂ Rotate the main dial to select the desired output. • Output power is displayed in 1 1 steps (L, 1 – 9 and H) but is continuously selectable. ➃ Push [DISPLA Y] to exit quick s[...]

26 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Speech compressor The IC-706MKIIG has a built-in, low distortion speech compressor circuit. This circuit increases your average talk power in SSB mode and is espe- cially useful for DX ’ ing when the receiving station is having dif fi culty copying your signal. ➀ Select USB or LSB mode. ➁ Select the ALC meter . ?[...]

27 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The A T -180 automatic antenna tuner matches the IC- 706MKIIG to the connected antenna automatically . Once the tuner matches an antenna, the variable capacitor 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 automa[...]

28 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The AH-4 matches the IC-706MKIIG to a long wire antenna more than 7 m/23 ft long (3.5 MHz and above). • See p. 14 for connection. • See the AH-4 instruction manual for AH-4 installation and antenna connection details. NEVER operate the AH-4 without an antenna wire. The tuner and transceiver will be damaged. NEVER opera[...]

29 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and receive on two different frequencies. Split frequency operation uses 2 frequencies, one in VFO A and the other in VFO B. Following is an example of setting 7.057 MHz, CW mode in VFO A (for receive) and 7.025 MHz, CW mode in VFO B (for transmit). ➀ Select VFO A and set [...]

30 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Repeater operation A repeater ampli fi es received signals and retransmits them at a different frequency . When using a repeater , the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive fre- quency by an offset frequency . A repeater can be accessed using split frequency operation with the shift frequency set to the repeate[...]

31 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT T one squelch operation is a method of communica- tions using selective calling. Only received signals having a matching tone will open the squelch. Before communicating using tone squelch, all members of your party must agree on the tone squelch frequency to use. ➀ Push [MODE] one or more times to select FM mode. ➁ Pu[...]

32 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT This function allows you to set repeater operation with the push of one switch. ➀ Push [ ( Y ) BAND]/[ ( Z ) BAND] to select the 28 MHz band. ➁ Rotate [DIAL] to select the operating frequency . ➂ Push [MODE] one or more times to select FM. ➃ Select M4 and turn the one-touch repeater function ON. ➥ Push and hold [[...]

33 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Connections for CW D CW operation ➀ Connect a paddle or straight key as above. ➁ Select CW (or CW å ) mode with [MODE]. ➂ Set CW break-in operation as semi break-in, full break-in or OFF . • Push [DISPLA Y] one or two times to select M , if necessary . • Push [MENU] one or more times to select M4 . • Push [ [...]

34 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D CW pitch control The received CW audio pitch and monitored CW audio pitch can be adjusted to suit your preferences (300 to 900 Hz) without changing the operating fre- quency . ➀ Push [MODE] one or more times to select CW mode. ➁ Select CW PITCH in quick set mode. • Push [DISP] for 2 sec. then push [MENU] one or mor[...]

35 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Connections for RTTY (FSK) D Connections for AFSK Rear panel TU or TNC Personal computer Rear panel view Colors refer to connection to the supplied ACC cable. Use either the ACC or one of the two 1 / 8 ˝ plugs * 1 Connect SQL line when required. SQL* 1 (light green) AF out (light blue) MSEND* 2 GND (red) FSKK (black) GN[...]

36 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D RTTY (FSK) operation ➀ Connect a terminal unit as at left. ➁ Select RTTY (or å R TTY — see bottom of page) mode with [MODE]. ➂ Select the desired FSK tone/shift frequencies and keying polarity as below . ➃ Set the desired frequency with the main dial. • Use [ (F-1) 1/4 ] in the M4 display when critical setti[...]

37 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ■ Packet operation D Connections for packet Rear panel DATA PTT PTTP DATA IN SQL RX AUDIO GND TX AUDIO TNC SIDE TU or TNC RS-232C Personal computer q w e y t r AF OUT DATA OUT GND SQ q w e y t r PIN #/NAME DESCRIPTION q DA T A IN Communication data input. w GND Ground for DA T A IN, DA T A OUT and AF OUT . e PTTP Transmi[...]

38 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The IC-706MKIIG can measure SWR in 2 ways: (A) Spot measurement; or (B) Plot measurement. (A) Spot measurement ➀ Con fi rm that the output power is over 30 W . ➁ Push [MENU] one or more times to select M3 . ➂ Push [ (F3) MET ] to select the SWR meter . ➃ Push [MODE] one or more times to select CW or RTTY operation[...]

39 5 MEMOR Y AND SCAN OPERA TION ■ Memory channels The transceiver has 105 memory channels (plus 2 call channels). Memory mode is useful for quickly chang- ing to often-used frequencies. All 105 memory channels are tuneable which means the programmed frequency can be tuned temporarily with the main dial, etc., in memory mode. ➀ Select M2 functi[...]

40 5 MEMORY AND SCAN OPERA TION • Programming in VFO mode ➀ Select M2 functions. • Push [DISPLA Y] 1 or 2 times to select M . • Push [MENU] one or more times to select the M2 func- tions. ➁ Set the desired frequency and operating mode in VFO mode. • If you want to program the split frequency function, pro- gram both receive and transmit[...]

41 5 MEMORY AND SCAN OPERA TION ■ Frequency transferring The frequency and operating mode can be transferred from memory mode to VFO mode. ➀ Select VFO mode with [ (F-3) V/M ] in the M2 dis- play . ➁ Select a memory channel with [M-CH]. • Select memory mode to con fi rm the memory channel ’ s contents, if desired; then return to VFO mode[...]

42 5 MEMORY AND SCAN OPERA TION • Calling up a frequency from a memo pad Y ou can simply call up the desired frequency and operating mode of a memo pad by pushing [ (F-3) MPR ] in the S1 display . • Make sure S1 is selected in advance. • Both VFO and memory modes can be use. • The frequency and operating mode are called up, starting from th[...]

43 5 MEMORY AND SCAN OPERA TION ■ Scan types ■ Preparation • Channels For programmed scan: Program scan edge frequen- cies into scan edge memory channels 1A and 1B (p. 34). For memory scan: Program 2 or more memory chan- nels except scan edge memory channels. For memory select scan: Designate 2 or more memo- ry channels as select memory chann[...]

44 5 MEMORY AND SCAN OPERA TION ➀ Select VFO mode, then set a frequency . ➁ Close the squelch with [SQL]. ➂ Set the desired memory channel as the watching channel. ➃ Select S2 , then push [ (F-2) PRI ] to start the watch. • Decimal point blinks while scanning. ➄ When the scan detects a signal, the scan pauses for 10 sec. or until the si[...]

45 6 REMOTE JACK (CI-V) INFORMA TION CONTROLLER TO IC-706MKIIG FE FE 58 E0 Cn Sc Data area FD Preamble code (fixed) Transceiver’s default address Controller’s default address Command number (see table at right) Sub command number (see table at right) BCD code data for frequency or memory number entry End of message code (fixed) OK MESSAGE TO CO[...]

46 6 REMOTE JACK (CI-V) INFORMA TION * 1 When wide or normal operation is available, add “00” for wide oper- ation or “01” for normal operation; when normal or narrow operation is available, add “00” for normal operation or “01” for narrow opera- tion; when wide, normal and narrow operation is available, add “00” for wide operat[...]

47 7 SET MODE ■ General Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed values or conditions of functions. The IC- 706MKIIG has 2 separate set modes: quick set mode and initial set mode. D Quick set mode operation ➀ While power is ON, push [DISPLA Y] for 2 sec. • Quick set mode is selected and one of its items appears. • Quick set mod[...]

48 7 SET MODE Q4 RTTY KEYING (RTTY only) This item adjusts the RTTY keying. Normal or reverse keying can be selected. The default is “ n, ” normal. Normal : key open=mark Reverse : key open=space R TT Y ■ Quick set mode items Q1 RF POWER (all modes) This item adjusts the RF output power . The RF out- put power can be adjusted from L, 1 to 9 a[...]

49 7 SET MODE Q6 CARRIER Frq (SSB only) This item adjusts the carrier frequency (BFO frequen- cy), allowing you to change the audio characteristics. Selectable values are – 200 to +200 Hz in 10 Hz steps. USB The default is 0 Hz. Q6 RPTR TONE (FM only) This item selects a subaudible tone for FM-T mode operation to access a repeater . There are 50 [...]

50 7 SET MODE 4 BACK LIGHT (display backlighting) The function display backlighting can be set to high, low or OFF to suit ambient lighting. Display backlighting set to high (default). Display backlighting set to low. 5 KEY LIGHT (key/switch backlighting) The key/switch backlighting can be set to high, low or OFF to suit ambient lighting. Display b[...]

51 SET MODE 7 11 PEAK HOLD (peak hold) When the peak hold function is ON, the highest acti- vated segment of the meter remains visible for 0.5 sec.; when OFF , the meter functions normally . Peak hold ON (default) Peak hold OFF 6 AUTO OFF (auto power OFF) The auto power OFF function can be used to auto- matically turn the transceiver OFF after a sp[...]

52 15 DUP HF (duplex offset) This item sets the offset for the duplex function when operating on the HF bands. Default is 0.100 MHz. 16 DUP 50M (duplex offset) This item sets the offset for the duplex function when operating on the 50 MHz band. Default is 0.500 MHz. 17 DUP 144M (duplex offset) This item sets the offset for the duplex function when [...]

53 SET MODE 7 26 PWR ON CHK (Power on check) When this item is set to “ on, ” the set output power is brie fl y displayed when turning power ON (RIT and auto power off settings are also displayed if activat- ed); when turned “ oFF , ” the display goes directly to frequency indication at power ON. Power on check ON (default) Power on check [...]

54 29 9600 MODE (Data socket speed) This is used to change the communications speed packet operation. The data socket can be set to 1200 or 9600 baud. Default is 9600 baud. 30 VSEND SEL (ACC socket output) “ on ” : VSEND is for 144/430 MHz; HSEND is for the HF/50 MHz “ U only ” : VSEND is for 430 MHz; HSEND is for HF/50/144 MHz “ oFF ” [...]

55 7 SET MODE 33 S-LVL SPCH (S-level speech) When an optional UT -102 SPEECH SYNTHESIZER UNIT is installed, the synthesizer can be set to read out the frequency/mode only , or both the frequency/mode and S-meter level. Voice synthesizer reads out both the frequency/mode and S-meter level (default). Voice synthesizer reads out the frequency/mode onl[...]

56 8 MAINTENANCE If the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty , wipe it clean with a dry , soft cloth. A VOID the use of strong chemical solvents such as thinner , benzine or alcohol to clean the transceiver . These may damage the transceiver ’s surfaces. ■ Fuse replacement If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, try to fi nd the so[...]

57 9 TROUBLESHOOTING The following chart is designed to help you correct problems which are not equipment malfunctions. If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem or solve it through the use of this chart, contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center . PROBLEM POWER SUPPLY RECEIVE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. Power does not come on wh[...]

58 9 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM TRANSMIT DISPLAY SCAN POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. Transmitting is impossi- ble. Output power is too low. No contact possible with other stations. Repeater cannot be ac- cessed. Transmitted signals are distorted. Displayed frequency does not change proper- ly. Programmed scan does not stop. Programmed scan does not star[...]

59 10 OPTIONAL INST ALLA TIONS/SETTINGS ■ Opening the transceiver case T o remove the transceiver case unscrew the 10 screws (5 in the top panel and 5 in the bottom panel) as shown in the diagram below . ■ UT -102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT The UT -102 announces the accessed band’s fre- quency , mode, etc. (S-meter level can also be announced—p[...]

60 10 OPTIONAL INST ALLA TIONS/SETTINGS ■ CR-282 HIGH - ST ABILITY CR YST AL UNIT By installing the CR-282, the total frequency stability of the transceiver will be improved. ➀ Remove the bottom cover as shown on the oppo- site page. ➁ Remove the 5 screws and 2 fl at cables holding the PLL unit in place. ➂ Remove the existing crystal unit.[...]

61 OPTIONAL INST ALLA TIONS/SETTINGS 10 ■ UT -106 DSP RECEIVER UNIT D Installation ➀ Open the transceiver case as shown on p. 59. ➁ Remove the 4-pin connector (P251) from J1413 on the MAIN unit (top side) and plug it into J1 of the UT -106 on the PLL unit (bottom side). ➂ Plug the 4-pin connector (P1) from the UT -106 into J1413 on the MAIN[...]

62 ■ A T -180 internal switch description The optional A T -180 has 3 operating conditions for HF band operation. Select a suitable condition according to your antenna system. ➀ Remove the top cover of the A T -180. ➁ Set the tuner switches to the desired positions according to the table below . • Speci fi cations for the A T -180 • Freq[...]

63 11 INTERNAL VIEWS The internal speaker has been removed in this diagram for illustration purposes. FM deviation adj. AM Tx carrier adj. HF Tx power adj. 50 MHz Tx power adj. NB sencitivity adj. ID APC adj. 144 MHz Tx power adj. 430 MHz Tx power adj. FILTER unit MAIN unit PLL unit HF Final amplifier (SRFJ7044 x 2) PA unit Reference freq. adj. (L6[...]

64 12 OPTIONS IC-PW1 HF + 50 MHz 1 kW LINEAR AMPLIFIER Full-duty 1 kW linear amplifier including an automatic antenna tuner . Has automatic tuning and band selection capability . Full break-in (QSK) operation is pos- sible. The amplifier/power supply unit and the remote control unit are separated. The OPC-599 is necessary to connect the IC- 706MK[...]

65 12 OPTIONS CR-282 HIGH-ST ABILITY CRYST AL UNIT Contains a temperature-compensating oven heater and crystal unit for frequency stability . • Frequency stability: ±0.5 ppm ( – 10 ° C to +60 ° C; +14 ° F to +140 ° F) FL-100 CW NARROW FIL TER (500 Hz/ – 6 dB) FL-101 CW NARROW FIL TER (250 Hz/ – 6 dB) FL-103 SSB WIDE FIL TER (2.8 kHz/ ?[...]

66 13 SPECIFICA TIONS ■ GENERAL • Frequency coverage : Receive 30 kHz – 199.999999 MHz* 400–470.000 MHz* T ransmit 1.800 – 1.99999 MHz* 3.500 – 3.9999 MHz* 7.000 – 7.300 MHz* 10.100 – 10.150 MHz 14.000 – 14.350 MHz 18.068 – 18.168 MHz 21.000 – 21.450 MHz 24.890 – 24.990 MHz 28.000 – 29.700 MHz 50.000 – 54.000 MHz* 144.00[...]

67 14 MENU GUIDE Initial set mode No. Indication Description 1 MODE SELECT 2 BEEP 3 BAND BEEP 4 BACK LIGHT 5 KEY LIGHT 6 AUTO OFF 7 RF/SQL 8 SUB DIAL 9 OPT.FIL 1 10 OPT.FIL 2 11 PEAK HOLD 12 QUICK SPLIT Mode availability Confirmation beeps Band edge beeps Display backlighting Key backlighting Auto power OFF function RF gain/squelch control Sub dial[...]

68 14 MENU GUIDE M1 SPL A/B XFC A=B M2 MW MÜV MCL V/M M3 FIL NB MET M4 VOX COM AGC VOX M4 COM TON 1/4 1/4 M4 AGC BRK M4 AGC S1 MW MPW MPR S2 SCN PRI SEL V/M Quick set mode For 2 sec. MENU MENU (SSB/AM) (when split is ON) (in memory mode) (in memory mode) (CW) (RTTY) (FM) S3 7 50 144 S4 ANF NR NRL G1 BAND scope G2 IF SHIFT G3 TX freq. G4 Memory nam[...]

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ABOUT CE •V ersion and frequency coverage Europe (#02, #12) Tx 1.800000 – 1.850000 3.500000 – 3.800000 7.000000 – 7.100000 10.100000 – 10.150000 14.000000 – 14.350000 18.068000 – 18.168000 21.000000 – 21.450000 24.890000 – 24.990000 28.000000 – 29.700000 50.000000 – 52.000000 144.000000 – 146.000000 430.000000 – 440.000000[...]

INST ALLA TION NOTES For amateur base station installations it is recom- mended that the forwards clearance in front of the an- tenna array is calculated relative to the EIRP (Effective Isotropic Radiated Power). The clearance height below the antenna array can be determined in most cases from the RF power at the antenna input terminals. As differe[...]

If the SP-7 external speaker is used with the IC-706MKIIG, please install the fer- rite supplied bead on the speaker cable, as shown below . • A ferrite bead and a cable fastener are supplied with IC-706MKIIG. INST ALLA TION NOTE: • Install the ferrite bead as near as possible the connecting plug. • Attach the ferrite bead making a loop with [...]