Icom ID-51E PLUS2 Unboxing

Posted date: April 26, 2017in: ReviewNo Comments

The D-STAR Evolution continues with the ID-51A PLUS2!

Over the years, Icom has taken the D-STAR protocol to new levels with each generation of portables. The latest update incorporates popular features found in the original ID-51A, including integrated GPS, an independent AM/FM receiver and V/V, U/U, V/U Dualwatch, the enhancements for digital operation and compatibility with the RS-MS1A free Android application found in the PLUS models. The PLUS2 adds Terminal and Access Point modes for your own personal communications portal into the Global *D-STAR network!
*Icom gateway network

Output power:		5.5/2.5/1/0.5 Watts
RX Frequencies:		A Band – 136-174MHz, 380-479MHz B Band – 108-174MHz, 380-479MHz
Channels:		1304
Waterproof rating:		IPX7
GPS:		Built-in
Colors:		Black, Blue, Gray, Green, Red

Extend D-STAR coverage

The new Terminal mode and Access point mode enable you to make D-STAR calls through the Internet, even from areas where no D-STAR repeater is accessible.

Terminal mode – Connect the ID-51A PLUS2 to the Internet through a PC or Android® device, and send your voice and/or data through the Internet gateway to a destination repeater.
Access point mode – Use an ID-51A PLUS2 radio connected to the Internet through a PC or Android® device, as an Access point. You can use another D-STAR radio to send your voice and/or data through the Access point radio, and communicate with D-STAR stations all over the world.

RS-MS1A, Free Download Android™ Application

The RS-MS1A allows you to connect your Android™ device to the ID-51A*. You can see the location of repeater sites on a map application and set them to the ID-51A. Text messages and pictures can be sent and received with your Android™ device.