HF ALL BAND TRANSCEIVER

Front mounted loud speaker Microphone compressor

The IC-718 has a speaker mounted on The IC-718 has a low distrotion micro-
the front panel. With the speaker facing phone compressor. This feature com-
the operator, audio sounds can be clearly presses microphone audio input to
heard without impediment during opera- increase average audio output level. The
tion. It is no longer necessary to manually result is, that talk power is increased. This
increase the volume to try and capture function is effective for long distance com-
audio sounds. munication, or when propagation condi-
tions are poor.
Superior basic performance
RF gain control
The IC-718 has 0.03–29.999999 MHz*
general coverage receive capability. A RF gain control is combined with the
4-element system is employed for the 1st squelch control. The RF gain adjusts mini- The HF bands allow you to communicate over long dis- Flexible filter selection Selectable antenna tuner
receive mixer, providing superior receive mum response receiver gain, and ignores
IMD, especially from in-band near-by in- signals weaker than the pre-set level— tances covering many km even to the other side of the An optional IF filter can be installed into Either the AT-180 or AH-4 optional an-
the transceiver to suit your operating pref- tenna tuner can be used with the IC-718
terfering signals. A well-designed dou- providing pleasant stand-by, or scanning. world. With the superior performance found in the IC-718 erence. to suit your installing conditions, or oper-
ble-conversion system to help minimize
image and spurious responses for bet- Ample CW features such as wide dynamic range, high C/N ratio, and full duty [dB] ating style. Of course, the AH-4 control
0
circuit is built into the IC-718.
operation you will find making these contacts easy. Expe-

AF OUTPUT
ter signal fidelity, is also built-in. A newly
An electronic keyer with a variable dot/ –10 FL-257

designed PLL circuit has been adopted

to improve C/N ratio characteristics. The
dash ratio (2.8:1 to 4.5:1) control is built-in. rience the combination of the latest RF and digital tech- –20

–30
Simple operation
By simply connecting a paddle, easy CW
combination of the 4-element system nology, along with the size and simplified operation. You –40
FL-53A
The IC-718 is equipped with a minimum
operation can be made. The CW pitch
mixer and new PLL circuit allows superior will see the IC-718 will be the most practical rig you will
–50
number of switches and controls for supe-
and the key speed are also variable from
basic performance as that of a commer- –60
rior feature selectability. The 10-key pad
300–900 Hz, 6–60 wpm, respectively. Of ever own. –70
cial grade transceiver. FL-222
on the front panel to directly enter an op-
course, full break-in capability is available –2 kHz –1 kHz CENTER +1 kHz +2 kHz
*Guaranteed range: 0.5–29.999999 MHz erating frequency, or a memory channel
with the adjustable break-in delay.
number. The auto tuning steps function
Optional DSP capability High frequency stability
VOX operation helps quick tuning activates when turn-
When the optional CR-338 HIGH STABIL- ing the dial quickly. And the band stacking
With the optional UT-106* installed you gain
A VOX (voice operated transmission) is in- ITY CRYSTAL UNIT is register is very convenient when changing
AF DSP capabilities. The DSP includes
cluded with the IC-718. It provides hands- installed, you get a operating bands.
the following to give
free operation by detecting audio signals very high frequency
you superior receive
quality in your shack.
from the microphone. It’s easy! stabilit y of ±0.5 Digital S/RF meter
ppm.
* Already installed with Built-in multi functional digital S/RF meter
some versions. indicates signal strength level while receiv-
ing, and either transmit output power, ALC
Noise reduction: level or VSWR ratio while transmitting.
Pulls desired AF signals from noise. Out-
standing S/N ratio is achieved, providing
Optional automatic tuning antenna
clean audio in SSB and AM.
The optional vehicle mount automatic tun-
Automatic Notch filter:
ing antenna, AH-740 provides relay-driven
Comparison of receive signal speaker output
high-speed tuning covering from 2.5 to
30MHz. Its IP55 dust-protection and water
Noise reduction OFF
jet resistance ensures reliable operation
Noise reduction ON
in harsh weather conditions.

Other features
• USB, LSB, CW, RTTY (FSK) and AM
This automatically minimizes beat signals modes are built-in
and heterodynes while preserving the re- • Level adjustable noise blanker
ceive signal. Also, the notch frequency is • RF attenuator and Pre-amplifier
automatically adjusted to follow interfering • Variety of scanning function types
beat signals— for example, reducing in- • Total 101 memory channels are available
terference from RTTY signals during SSB • Hand microphone is supplied, and more...
operation.

Interference rejection— IF shift

To reject interference, the IC-718 has an
IF shift function which shifts the center
frequency of the IF passband electroni-
cally to reduce adjacent interference.
HF ALL BAND TRANSCEIVER

SPECIFICATIONS
• Dimensions : 240(W)×95(H)×239(D) mm
GENERAL RECEIVER
(projections not included) 9.45(W)×3.74(H)×9.41(D) in
• Frequency range : • Weight (approx.) : 3.8 kg; 8.38 lb • Receiver system : Double-conversion superheterodyne
Rx 0.030–29.999999 MHz*1 • ACC connector : 13-pin • Sensitivity (10 dB S/N) :
Tx 1.800– 1.999999 MHz*2 3.500– 3.999999 MHz*2 • REMOTE connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8ʺ) SSB, CW, RTTY 0.16μV (1.8–29.999999 MHz)
7.000– 7.300000 MHz 10.100– 10.150000 MHz AM 13 μV (0.5–1.799999 MHz)
14.000–14.350000 MHz 18.068– 18.168000 MHz 2 μV (1.8–29.999999 MHz)
21.000– 21.450000 MHz 24.890– 24.990000 MHz TRANSMITTER • SQL sensitivity : Less than 5.6 μV (SSB)
28.000–29.700000 MHz • Selectivity :
*1Guaranteed range: 0.5–29.999999 MHz *2varies according to version • Modulation system : SSB, CW, RTTY More than 2.1 kHz/–6 dB
• Mode : USB, LSB, CW, RTTY (FSK), AM SSB Balanced modulation Less than 4.5 kHz/–60 dB
• No. of memory channel : 101 (99 regular, 2 scan edges) AM Low level modulation AM More than 6.0 kHz/–6 dB
• Frequency resolution : 1 Hz • Output power : Less than 20 kHz/–40 dB
• Frequency stability : Less than ±200 Hz from 1 min. to SSB, CW, RTTY 2–100 W • Spurious and image : More than 70 dB
60 min. after power ON. After that AM 2–35 W rejection ratio (1.8–29.999999 MHz)
rate of stability less than ±30 Hz/ • Spurious emissions : Less than –50 dB below peak • Audio output power : More than 2.0 W at 10% distortion
hr. at +25˚C (+77˚F). Temperature output power (at 13.8 V DC) with an 8 Ω load
fluctuations 0˚C to +50˚C (+32˚F to • Carrier suppression : More than 40 dB • RIT variable range : ±1200 Hz
+122˚F) less than ±350 Hz • Unwanted sideband : More than 50 dB • PHONES connector : 3-conductor 6.5 (d) mm (1⁄4ʺ)
• Power supply requirement : 13.8 V DC ±15 % (negative ground) • Microphone connector : 8-pin connector (600 Ω) • EXT SP connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8ʺ) /8Ω
• Current drain (at 13.8 V DC): • KEY connector : 3-conductor 6.5 (d) mm (1⁄4ʺ)
Receive Stand-by 1.3 A • SEND connector : Phono (RCA) Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
max. audio 2.0 A • ALC connector : Phono (RCA) MIL 810 F
Standard
Transmit max. power 20.0 A Method Procedure
Temperature Shock 503.4 I
• Operatable temp. range : –10˚C to +60˚C; +14˚F to +140˚F Supplied accessories: Rain Drip* 506.4 III
• Antenna connector : SO-239 (50 Ω) • Hand microphone • DC power cable • Spare fuses Vibration 514.5 I
Shock 516.5 I, IV
All stated specifications are typical and subject to change without notice or obligations. * Rain Drip test was performed on the front panel only.
Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D and -E.

OPTIONS
IC-PW1/IC-PW1EURO
HF+50 MHz 1 kW
HF LINEAR AMPLIFIER

AH-2b ANTENNA ELEMENT AH-4 HF+50 MHz AUTOMATIC AT-180 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA AH-740 AUTOMATIC TUNING
Covers all HF and 50 MHz bands, provides clean, stable 1 kW output. For mobile operation with the AH- ANTENNA TUNER TUNER ANTENNA
Automatic antenna tuner and compact detachable controller are stand- 4. All bands between 7–30 MHz Covers 3.5–30 MHz with a 7 m Compact, light weight antenna Covers 2.5–30MHz (amateur
ard. 2 exciter inputs are available. (An optional OPC-599 is required.) can be matched. (23 ft) or longer wire antenna. tuner. band). OPC-2321 is required.

SP-23 EXTERNAL SPEAKER PS-126 DC POWER SUPPLY SM-50 DESKTOP SM-30 DESKTOP SM-27 DESKTOP CT-17 CI-V LEVEL
4 audio filters, front mounted 13.8V DC, 25A max. 4-pin type. MICROPHONE MICROPHONE MICROPHONE CONVERTER
headphone jack. (For #42, #43, #48, #58 versions) Dynamic microphone. Includes Compact, lightweight electret mi- Dynamic microphone with PTT For remote transceiver control
(Not available for EU countries) [UP]/[DOWN] switches and low crophone. lock switch. from a PC equipped with an RS-
cut function. 232C port.

OPC-599 ACC 13 PIN CABLE

ft ADAPTER
; 80.3
.5 m OPC-2321 CONTROL CABLE
x. 24
appro
FOR AH-740
MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE
MB-118 MOBILE BRACKET
HM-36 HAND MICROPHONE
Same as that supplied.
CR-338 HIGH STABILITY UT-106 DSP UNIT 455 kHz FILTERS AH-710 FOLDED DIPOLE AH-5NV NVIS KIT
CRYSTAL UNIT Provides AF DSP functions, such FL-53A CW narrow; 250Hz/–6 dB ANTENNA Fiberglass mobile mounting an-
POC type crystal oscillator for im- as noise reduction and auto FL-222 SSB narrow; 1.8kHz/–6 dB Covers from 1.9 to 30 MHz band. tenna element for use with AH-
proved frequency stability. notch. Already installed with some FL-257 SSB wide; 3.3 kHz/–6 dB Has a PL-259 connector. Easy to 740. Covers 2.2–30MHz (amateur
Frequency stability: ±0.5 ppm assemble (non-kink construction). band)
versions.

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