IC-705

Product name / model name	Amateur Radio HF / 50/144 / 430MHz <SSB / CW / RTTY / AM / FM / DV> IC-705
Suggested retail price	124,800 yen + tax
Release date	Late March 2020
Annual sales plan	10,000 units

Icom Co., Ltd. Will be released in late March 2020.

IC-705 adopts RF direct sampling method which is highly evaluated in IC-7300 / IC-9700. Lightweight approx. 1kg (including the included lithium-ion battery BP-272) & compact body with various functions including real-time spectrum scope and waterfall display with the highest level of speed and resolution. In addition, a large 4.3-inch color display that supports touch operation allows you to intuitively operate a wealth of functions.

Furthermore, the maximum output of 5W is achieved with the included battery (BP-272), and the maximum output of 10W is achieved with an external power supply (at 13.8V). In addition to supporting connection via WLAN / Bluetooth ^® wireless technology, it is also equipped with a GPS antenna, micro USB connector, and microSD card slot. Of course, it supports DV (Digital Voice) mode of digital communication D-STAR ^® for amateur radio recommended by JARL (Japan Amateur Radio Federation) . Fully equipped with D-STAR ^® functions such as terminal mode / access point mode .

Multi-bag LC-192 (option), which is ideal for mobile and field operations, is also included in the lineup, and is a transceiver for field operations. The IC-705, which covers the HF to 430MHz band in all modes, is a new product that is expected to further enhance the enjoyment and activities of amateur radio.

[Main features]

Covers HF + 50MHz + 144MHz + 430MHz in all modes including DV.
Uses RF direct sampling method. (For 25MHz and above, down-conversion IF sampling method)
Equipped with the highest level real-time spectrum scope and waterfall.
Equipped with a 4.3-inch large color display that supports touch operation.
Attached battery (BP-272) achieves a maximum output of 5W and external power supply (13.8V) achieves 10W.
Lightweight approx. 1kg (including BP-272) & compact body.
Fully equipped with D-STAR ^® functions such as terminal mode / access point mode .
Supports connection using WLAN / Bluetooth ^® wireless technology.