Newly released handy transceiver ID-31PLUS for amateur radio which can enjoy long distance communication with D-STAR ® easily
| Product name / model number | 430 MHz digital transceiver (Built-in GPS receiver) / ID-31 PLUS |
|---|---|
| Suggested retail price | \ 37,800 |
| Release date | Late August |
| Annual planned sales volume | 3000 units |
| Product dimensions / weight | 58 × 95 × 25.4 mm, about 220 g (including BP – 271 and antenna) |
Icom Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka Hirano-ku, President: Masataka Harima) is, Windows ® PC or Android ® equipped with a mode that allows communication by connecting from the terminal to the Internet line, D-STAR ® corresponding amateur radio for digital We will release the transceiver ID-31PLUS from late August.
ID-31PLUS adds a number of functions while maintaining the compact size of the popular transceiver ID-31 compliant with the digital communication standard D-STAR ® recommended by the Japan Amateur Radio Association . It is a handy transceiver version upgraded for even more powerful enjoyment.
New functions such as “Terminal mode” and “Access point mode” that enable you to enjoy long distance communication via the D – STAR ® network even where there is no D – STAR ® repeater that can be accessed nearby , the function expansion application RS – Full feature support to MS1A, voice recorder function, etc. We equipped a number of new functions that make operation more comfortable and convenient. In addition, we are offering lineup of three color variations of silver, red and gold.
We will appeal to a wide range of amateur radio fans as the first hand touching amateur radio and the optimal handy transceiver as an introduction machine of D – STAR ® .
【Main features】
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Access point mode with wider range of communication with new functions · Terminal mode *compatible, you can enjoy long distance communication via the D – STAR ® repeater network in the vicinity without a repeater.
※ Optional data communication cable and special application <RS-MS 3 A / RS-MS 3 W> are required. - Communication setting is
equipped with easy DR function. You can communicate with the other party (repeater / personal station) by “To”, by setting the nearest repeater to “From”. - Sending and receiving of image and text is comfortable With cooperation with
Android ® terminal * , image and text can be sent and received. With DV – Fast mode, you can communicate data at 3.5 times the speed of normal DV mode. You can also use the DR function from the Android ® terminal. In addition, we built a quasi-zenith satellite “MICHIBIKI” compatible GPS receiver.※ An optional data communication cable and dedicated application <RS-MS 1 A> are required. - Waterproof, lightweight, compact and excellent mobility The
highest level IPX7 * Waterproof so you can operate it without worrying about rain or splashed water. It is ideal for carrying with the palm size that fits perfectly into your pocket.※ Gently sink in a water bath (tap water at room temperature) with water depth of 1 m with the battery pack and antenna properly installed, leave it for 30 minutes, then take out it and function as a radio. - Three color variations A
new design that shines with one point color. You can choose from three colors of silver, gold and red.
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Source: ICOM Japan
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