HF TRANSCEIVER

Reliable
straight forward
HF communications
The IC-78 is a high performance HF transceiver. Innovative features such
as 99 memory channels, high C/N ratio, direct channel entering, data com-
munication capabilities and more, offer easy operation for anyone. All
these features come in a compact, rugged package that can be conveni-
ently used in a base station or in a vehicle, as you prefer.

Durable, powerful construction Ample 99 channels with Front mounted loud speaker
The IC-78 delivers a powerful 100 W of 8-digit channel name capability With the speaker facing the operator, audio
output power, providing the talk power you sounds can be clearly heard without im-
need to reach the most distant locations. An affordable 99 duplex memory channels pediment during operation. It is no longer
Its one-piece, die-cast aluminum construc- are available for storing individual transmit necessary to manually increase the volume
tion combined with a large heat sink, helps and receive frequencies, operating mode, to try and capture audio sounds.
keep internal temperatures down and en- filter setting, as well as 8-character channel
sures that operation is stable at high duty names. You can enter channel assignments
High frequency stability
cycles. And its compact size of 240(W)× easily from the 10-key pad. In addition, an
95(H)×239(D) mm* makes installation easy. extra 1 call memory is available for storing When the optional CR-338 HIGH STABIL -
*97⁄16(W)×33⁄4(H)×913⁄32(D) in. the most often used, or most important fre- ITY CRYSTAL UNIT is installed, it allows up to
quency. An independent, one-touch recall ±0.5 ppm of extremely high stable operation.
switch is available.
Flexible filter selection
Superior basic performance
An optional IF filter can be installed into the
A 4-element system is employed for the 1st transceiver, providing 5 passband widths
receive mixer, providing superior receive selectable in SSB, CW or RTTY modes.
IMD, especially from in-band, nearby in-
terfering signals. A well-designed double-
VFO mode operation*
conversion system to help minimize image
and spurious responses for better signal fi- For continuous frequency operation, VFO
delity, is also built-in. A newly designed PLL mode operation* capability is available. It
circuit has been adopted to improve C/N is convenient when searching for signals,
ratio characteristics. The combination of around the programmed frequencies, such
Simple operation
the 4-element system mixer and new PLL as short wave broadcasts, etc.
The IC-78 is equipped with a large easy-to- circuit allows superior basic performance. *depending on version
read LCD. A minimum number of switches
and controls allow for superior feature se-
lectability. Keys access functions directly–
there’s no secondary function key. You
can enter your operating frequency*, or
memory channel number directly from the
10-key pad.
*depending on version
■ Superior features support serious communications ■

■ Direct channel selection ■ Cloning capability ■ Data communications

A 10-key pad has been adopted on Programmed data cloning capability In addition to the current voice and
the front panel. A channel number, between transceivers is available, key operation, FSK (First Shift Key-
or an operating frequency*, can be so that an identical transceiver set- ing) type RTTY mode is available.
entered from the keypad directly. ting can be made immediately. By connecting a terminal unit or
Also, memory channel editing is terminal node controller to the ACC
possible. A large channel selector ■ Built-in 2-tone alarm* socket on the rear panel, data ac-
and up/down keys are available to The 2-tone alarm for an emergency quisition and text-base file transfers
suit your operating style for your signal transmission is built-in*. Inde- and other data communication can
convenience. Total and simple op- pendent tone switch is adopted for be made. On RTTY, shift width, tone
eration is provided! quick and simple emergency calls. frequencies and polarization are
*depending on version *depending on version also selectable.

■ Noise blanker ■ SQL/RF gain controller ■ Other features

To reduce pulse-type noise, a level In addition to the squelch control, • Built-in mic. compressor increases
adjustable noise blanker is built-in. an RF gain control is available, and average talk power
• Complete CW features
Various levels of pulse-type noise, the controller is combined with the
• Variety of scanning function types
such as from car ignitions, etc., can squelch control. The RF gain ad- • IF shift interference rejection
be reduced. justs minimum response receiver • Built-in antenna tuner control circuit
gain, and ignores signals weaker and selectable antenna tuner
■ Pre-amp. and attenuator than the pre-set level— providing • Hand microphone is supplied
pleasant stand-by, or scanning. The • VOX capability, and more...
A pre-amplifier and an RF attenu-
SQL/RF GAIN controller action is
ator are adopted for more pleasant
selectable from squelch only, RF
reception. Convenient when weak
gain only or combined, in the SET
signals or extremely strong signals
mode according to your operating
are received, to present better qual-
style and mode.
ity readability.
HF TRANSCEIVER

SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL TRANSMITTER RECEIVER
• Frequency range : Rx 0.030–29.999999 MHz*1 • Modulation system : • Receiver system : Double-conversion superheterodyne
Tx 1.600–29.999999 MHz*2 SSB Balanced modulation • Sensitivity (10 dB S/N) :
*1 Guaranteed range: 0.5–29.999999 MHz AM Low level modulation SSB, CW, RTTY 0.16μV (1.600–29.999999 MHz)
*2 Not guaranteed for some frequency bands • Output power : (0.5 μV at 12 dB SINAD)
• Mode : USB, LSB, CW, RTTY (FSK), AM SSB, CW, RTTY 2–100 W AM 13 μV (0.5–1.599999 MHz)
• Number of memory Ch. : 99 (Duplex) +1 (Call channel) AM 2–35 W 2 μV (1.600–29.999999 MHz)
• Frequency stability : Less than ±200 Hz from 1 min. to • Spurious emissions : Less than –46 dB below peak • SQL sensitivity : Less than 5.6 μV (SSB)
60 min. after power ON. After that output power • Selectivity :
rate of stability less than ±30 Hz/ • Carrier suppression : More than 40 dB SSB, CW, RTTY More than 2.1 kHz/–6 dB
hr. at +25˚C (+77˚F). Temperature • Unwanted sideband : More than 50 dB Less than 4.5 kHz/–60 dB
fluctuations 0˚C to +50˚C (+32˚F to • Microphone connector : 8-pin connector (600 Ω) AM More than 6.0 kHz/–6 dB
+122˚F) less than ±350 Hz • KEY connector : 3-conductor 6.5 (d) mm (1⁄4ʺ) Less than 20 kHz/–40 dB
• Power supply requirement : 13.8 V DC ±15 % (negative ground) • SEND connector : Phono (RCA) • Spurious and image : More than 70 dB
• Current drain (at 13.8 V DC): • ALC connector : Phono (RCA) rejection ratio (1.600–29.999999 MHz)
Receive Stand-by 1.3 A • Audio output power : More than 2.0 W at 10% distortion
max. audio 2.0 A (at 13.8 V DC) with an 8 Ω load
Transmit max. power 21.0 A • PHONES connector : 3-conductor 6.5 (d) mm (1⁄4ʺ)
• Operating temp. range : –10˚C to +60˚C; +14˚F to +140˚F • EXT SP connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8ʺ) /8 Ω
• Antenna connector : SO-239 (50 Ω)
• Dimensions : 240(W)×95(H)×239(D) mm
(projections not included) 9.4(W)×3.7(H)×9.4(D) in Supplied accessories:
• Weight (approx.) : 3.8 kg; 8.4 lb
• Hand microphone • DC power cable
• ACC connector : 13-pin All stated specifications are typical and subject to change • Spare fuses
• REMOTE connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8ʺ) without notice or obligation.

OPTIONS

0.3 ft
m; 8
24.5
rox.
app

PS-126 DC POWER SUPPLY AT-140 AH-4 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA AH-2b ANTENNA ELEMENT AH-740 AUTOMATIC TUNING AH-710 FOLDED DIPOLE
Compact power supply with high HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER TUNER For mobile operation with the AH- ANTENNA ANTENNA
current capability. Covers 1.6–30 MHz with a 7 m Covers 3.5–30 MHz with a 7 m 4. All bands between 7–30 MHz Covers 2.5–30MHz (amateur Covers from 1.9 to 30 MHz. Has a
13.8V DC, 25A max. 4-pin type. (23 ft) or longer wire antenna. (23 ft) or longer wire antenna. can be matched. band). OPC-2321 is required. SO-239 connector. Easy to as-
(For #21, #32 versions) AT-130/E is also available. semble (non-kink construction).

SM-50 DESKTOP SM-30 DESKTOP SM-27 DESKTOP HM-219 HAND MICROPHONE SP-23 EXTERNAL SPEAKER CT-17 CI-V LEVEL
MICROPHONE MICROPHONE MICROPHONE Same as that supplied. 4 audio filters; headphone jack. CONVERTER
Dynamic microphone. Includes Compact, lightweight electret mi- Dynamic microphone with PTT Input impedance: 8Ω For remote transceiver control
[ UP ]/[ DOWN ] switches and low crophone. lock switch. Max. input power: 5W from a PC equipped with an RS-
cut function. 232C port.

OPC-599 ACC 13 PIN CABLE

ADAPTER
OPC-2321 CONTROL CABLE
FOR AH-740
MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE
MB-118 MOBILE BRACKET
HM-36 HAND MICROPHONE

CR-338 HIGH STABILITY 455 kHz FILTERS MN-100 ANTENNA MATCHER MN-100L ANTENNA MATCHER AH-5NV NVIS KIT
CRYSTAL UNIT FL-53A CW narrow; 250Hz/–6 dB Match the transceiver to a dipole Match the transceiver to a long- Fiberglass mobile mounting an-
Contains a temp. compensating FL-222 SSB narrow; 1.8kHz/–6 dB antenna without applying DC wire antenna without applying DC tenna element for use with AH-
heater for improved frequency sta- FL-257 SSB wide; 3.3 kHz/–6 dB power. 8 m×2 antenna wires power. 15 m×1 antenna wire 740. Covers 2.2–30MHz (amateur
bility. Frequency stability: ±0.5 ppm come attached. comes attached. band)

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