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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

HF/50 MHz
ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAREFULLY before attempting to operate the
transceiver.

WORD

DEFINITION

R WARNING

Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
shock may occur.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. This

CAUTION

manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the IC-756PROIII.

NOTE

FOREWORD
We understand that you have a choice of many different radios in the market place. We would like to take a
couple of moments of your time to thank you for making your IC-756PROIII your radio of choice, and hope
you agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.”
Many hours of research and development went into
the design of your IC-756PROIII.

D FEATURES
❍ +30 dBm class IP3 (at 14 MHz band) and
further improved 3rd order IMD characteristics
❍ Real time spectrum scope with mini-scope
function
❍ Boudot RTTY demodulator and RTTY
transmit message memory
❍ Selectable SSB transmission passband
width (Each for Higher and lower pass frequency)
❍ Digital IF filter allows you to select 51 types
of filter shapes while receiving a station

Spurious may be received near the following frequencies.
These are made in the internal circuit and does not indicate a
transceiver malfunction:
6.144 MHz, 8.000 MHz,
12.288 MHz, 12.890 MHz (when spectrum scope is ON),
18.433 MHz, 24.573 MHz, 52 MHz
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EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

Equipment damage may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No
risk or personal injury, fire or electric
shock.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
The transceiver comes with the following accessories.
Qty.
q DC power cable (OPC-025D) .......................... 1
w Hand microphone (HM-36) .............................. 1
e Spare fuses (FGB 30 A) .................................. 2
r Spare fuse (FGB 5 A) ...................................... 1
t CW keyer plug (AP-330) .................................. 1

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Icom, Icom Inc. and the
are registered trademarks of
Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United
Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other
countries.

PRECAUTIONS
R WARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device
emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution
should be observed when operating this device. If you
have any questions regarding RF exposure and safety
standards please refer to the Federal Communications
Commission Office of Engineering and Technology’s
report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines
for Human Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields
(OET Bulletin 65).

R WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER attach an antenna or internal antenna connector during
transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or
burn.

RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver
with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous
high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in
your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

R CAUTION! NEVER change the internal settings
of the transceiver. This result in reduced transceiver
performance and/or damage to the transceiver.
In particular, incorrect settings for transmitter circuits,
such as output power, idling current, etc., might damage the expensive final devices.
The transceiver warranty does not cover any problems
caused by unauthorized internal adjustment.

R NEVER apply AC to the [DC13.8V] jack on the
transceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or ruin
the transceiver.

R NEVER apply more than 16 V DC, such as a 24 V
battery, to the [DC13.8V] jack on the transceiver rear
panel. This could cause a fire or ruin the transceiver.

R NEVER let metal, wire or other objects touch any
internal part or connectors on the rear panel of the
transceiver. This may result in an electric shock.

R NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or
any liquids.

R NEVER installing the transceiver in a place without adequate ventilation. Heat dissipation may be affected, and the transceiver may be damaged.

R NEVER operate or touch the transceiver with wet
hands. This may result in an electric shock or damage
to the transceiver.

AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with
temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +50°C
(+122°F). Be aware that temperatures on a vehicle’s
dashboard can exceed 80°C (+176°F), resulting in permanent damage to the transceiver if left there for extended periods.
AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty environments or in direct sunlight.
AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting
anything on top of the transceiver. This will obstruct
heat dissipation.
Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use
by children.
During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle’s engine. When
transceiver power is ON and your vehicle’s engine is
OFF, the vehicle’s battery will soon become exhausted.
Make sure the transceiver power is OFF before starting the vehicle. This will avoid possible damage to the
transceiver by ignition voltage spikes.
During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiver
and microphone as far away as possible from the magnetic navigation compass to prevent erroneous indications.
BE CAREFUL! The heatsink will become hot when operating the transceiver continuously for long periods.
BE CAREFUL! If a linear amplifier is connected, set
the transceiver’s RF output power to less than the linear amplifier’s maximum input level, otherwise, the linear amplifier will be damaged.
The LCD display may have cosmetic imperfections
that appear as small or dark spots. This is not a malfunction or defect, but a normal characteristic of LCD
displays.
Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional).
Other manufacturer’s microphones have different pin
assignments, and connection to the IC-756PROIII may
damage the transceiver.
For U.S.A. only

CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device,
not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your
authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT .................................................................. i
FOREWORD ................................................................. i
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ............................................... i
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .......................................... i
PRECAUTIONS ............................................................ ii
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................. iii
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ..................................... 1 – 12
■ Front panel ....................................................... 1
■ LCD display ..................................................... 9
■ Screen menu arrangement ............................ 10
■ Rear panel ...................................................... 11
■ Microphone (HM-36) ...................................... 12
2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS .......... 13 – 20
■ Unpacking ...................................................... 13
■ Selecting a location ........................................ 13
■ Grounding ...................................................... 13
■ Antenna connection ....................................... 13
■ Required connections .................................... 14
■ Advanced connections ................................... 15
■ Power supply connections ............................. 16
■ Linear amplifier connections .......................... 17
■ External antenna tuner
connections .................................................... 18
■ Transverter jack information .......................... 18
■ Microphone connector information ................ 18
■ FSK and AFSK (SSTV)
connections .................................................... 19
■ Accessory connector information ................... 20
3 BASIC OPERATION ....................................... 21 – 32
■ When first applying power
(CPU resetting) .............................................. 21
■ Initial settings ................................................. 21
■ VFO description ............................................. 22
■ Selecting VFO/memory mode ........................ 23
■ Main/Sub band selection ............................... 23
■ Selecting an operating band .......................... 24
D Using the band stacking registers ............... 24
■ Frequency setting .......................................... 25
D Tuning with the tuning dial ........................... 25
D Direct frequency entry with the keypad ....... 25
D Quick tuning step ......................................... 26
D Selecting “kHz” step .................................... 26
D Selecting 1 Hz step...................................... 27
D 1⁄4 tuning function
(SSB data/CW/RTTY only) .......................... 27
D Auto tuning step function ............................. 28
D Band edge warning beep............................. 28
■ Operating mode selection .............................. 29
■ Volume setting ............................................... 29
■ Squelch and receive (RF) sensitivity ............. 30
■ Meter function ................................................ 31
■ SWR reading ................................................. 31
■ Basic transmit operation ................................ 32
D Transmitting ................................................. 32
D Microphone gain adjustment ....................... 32

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ............................ 33 – 54
■ Operating SSB ............................................... 33
D Convenient functions for receive ................. 33
D Convenient functions for transmit ................ 34
D About 5 MHz band operation
(USA version only) ....................................... 34
■ Operating CW ................................................ 35
D Convenient functions for receive ................. 35
D Convenient functions for transmit ................ 36
D About CW reverse mode ............................. 36
D CW side tone function ................................. 36
D About CW pitch control ................................ 37
■ Electronic CW keyer ...................................... 38
D Memory keyer send screen ......................... 39
D Editing a memory keyer ............................... 40
D Contest number set mode ........................... 41
D Keyer set mode ........................................... 42
■ Operating RTTY (FSK) .................................. 44
D Convenient functions for receive ................. 44
D About RTTY reverse mode .......................... 45
D RTTY filter/Twin peak filter........................... 45
D Functions for the RTTY decoder indication . 46
D Setting the decoder threshold level ............. 46
D RTTY memory transmission ........................ 47
D RTTY tuning meter ...................................... 47
D Editing RTTY memory ................................. 48
D RTTY decoder set mode.............................. 49
■ Operating AM ................................................. 50
D Convenient functions for receive ................. 50
D Convenient functions for transmit ................ 50
■ Operating FM ................................................. 51
D Convenient functions for receive ................. 51
D Convenient functions for transmit ................ 51
■ Repeater operation ........................................ 52
D Setting the repeater tone ............................. 52
■ Tone squelch operation .................................. 53
■ Data mode (SSTV/PSK31) operation ............ 54
5 FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE ............................ 55 – 65
■ Spectrum scope screen ................................. 55
D Mini scope screen........................................ 55
D Scope set mode........................................... 56
■ Preamplifier .................................................... 57
■ Attenuator ...................................................... 57
■ RIT function .................................................... 58
■ AGC function .................................................. 59
■ Twin PBT operation ........................................ 60
■ IF filter selection ............................................. 61
■ DSP filter shape .............................................. 62
■ Dualwatch operation ...................................... 63
■ Noise blanker ................................................. 64
■ Notch function ................................................ 64
■ Noise reduction .............................................. 65
■ Dial lock function ............................................ 65

TABLE OF CONTENTS
6 FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT ......................... 66 – 72
■ VOX function .................................................. 66
D Using the VOX function ............................... 66
D Adjusting the VOX function.......................... 66
■ Break-in function ............................................ 67
D Semi break-in operation .............................. 67
D Full break-in operation ................................. 67
■ Transmit filter width setting (SSB only) .......... 68
■ Speech compressor ....................................... 68
■ ∂TX function .................................................. 69
■ Monitor function ............................................. 70
■ Split frequency operation ............................... 71
■ Quick split function ......................................... 72
7 VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS ................. 73 – 76
■ Digital voice recorder ..................................... 73
8 MEMORY OPERATION .................................. 77 – 82
■ Memory channels .......................................... 77
■ Memory channel selection ............................. 77
■ Memory channel screen ................................ 78
■ Memory channel programming ...................... 79
■ Frequency transferring ................................... 80
■ Memory names .............................................. 81
■ Memory clearing ............................................ 81
■ Memo pads .................................................... 82
9 SCANS ........................................................... 83 – 87
■ Scan types ..................................................... 83
■ Preparation .................................................... 83
■ Programmed scan operation ......................... 84
■ ∂F scan operation ......................................... 84
■ Fine programmed scan/
fine ∂F scan ................................................... 85
■ Memory scan operation ................................. 85
■ Select memory scan operation ...................... 86
■ Setting select memory channels .................... 86
■ Scan set mode ............................................... 87
■ Tone scan ....................................................... 87
10 ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION ................... 88 – 90
■ Automatic antenna selection .......................... 88
■ Antenna tuner operation ................................ 89
■ Optional external tuner operation .................. 90

12 SET MODE ................................................... 94 – 104
■ Set mode description ..................................... 94
■ Level set mode .............................................. 95
■ Display set mode ........................................... 97
■ DSP filter set mode ......................................... 99
■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode ................... 99
13 OPTION INSTALLATION .................................... 105
■ Opening the transceiver’s case ................... 105
■ UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT .................. 105

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14 INTERNAL VIEWS .............................................. 106

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15 MAINTENANCE ......................................... 107 – 109
■ Troubleshooting ........................................... 107
■ Fuse replacement ........................................ 108
■ Clock backup battery
replacement ................................................. 108
■ Tuning dial brake adjustment ....................... 109
■ Frequency calibration
(approximate)................................................ 109
16 CONTROL COMMAND ............................... 110– 114
■ Remote jack (CI-V) information .................... 110

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17 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 115

12

18 OPTIONS ............................................................. 116

13

19 ABOUT CE ........................................................... 117

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11 CLOCK AND TIMERS .................................... 91 – 93
■ Time set mode ............................................... 91
D Setting the current time ............................... 92
D Clock2 function activity ................................ 92
D Clock2 offset setting .................................... 92
D Timer function activity .................................. 92
D Setting power-on time.................................. 93
D Setting power-off period............................... 93
D Timer operation............................................ 93

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel
!2

!0

HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER

TIMER

q

!1

POWER
TRANSMIT

w
PHONES

TUNER MONITOR

NB

NR

e
ELEC-KEY

AF

RF/SQL

BAL

NR

r
MIC

t
MIC GAIN RF POWER

F-1

F-2

F-3

F-4

F-5

SSB

CW/RTTY

AM/FM

FILTER

EXIT/SET

COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

y u io
q POWER SWITCH [POWER•TIMER]
❍ While transceiver’s power is OFF:
Push to turn power ON.
• Turn the optional DC power supply ON in advance.
• A/D converter calibration of the DSP unit starts and it
takes approx. 10 sec.

❍ While transceiver’s power is ON:
➥ Push momentarily to toggle the timer function
ON and OFF. (p. 93)

•The [TIMER] indicator in this switch lights while
the timer function is ON.

➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn power OFF.

(dot)
(com)
(dash)

t MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC]
Accepts the supplied or optional microphone.
• See p. 116 for appropriate microphones.
• See p. 18 for microphone connector information.

y AF CONTROL [AF] (inner control)
Varies the audio output level from the speaker.
AF

w TRANSMIT SWITCH [TRANSMIT]
Selects transmitting or receiving.
• The [TX] indicator lights red while transmitting and the
[RX] indicator lights green when the squelch is open.

e HEADPHONE JACK [PHONES]
Accepts headphones.
• Output power: 5 mW with an 8 Ω load.
• When headphones are connected, the internal speaker
or connected external speaker does not function.

r ELECTRONIC KEYER JACK [ELEC-KEY]
Accepts a paddle to activate the internal electronic
keyer for CW operation. (p. 38)
• Selection between the internal electronic keyer, bug-key
and straight key operation can be made in keyer set
mode. (p. 43)
• A straight key jack is separately available on the rear
panel. See [KEY] on p. 11.
• Keyer polarity (dot and dash) can be reversed in keyer
set mode. (p. 43)
• 4-channel memory keyer is available for your convenience. (p. 40)
1

RF/SQL

Decreases

Increases

No audio output

Max. audio output

u MIC GAIN CONTROL [MIC GAIN]
Adjusts microphone input gain.
• The transmit audio tone in SSB mode can be adjusted in
set mode. (p. 95)

✔ How to set the microphone gain.
Set the [MIC] control so that the ALC meter sometimes
swings during normal voice level transmission in SSB mode.
Increases

Decreases

MIC GAIN

Recommended level for
an Icom microphone

MIC GAIN

PANEL DESCRIPTION

i RF GAIN CONTROL/SQUELCH CONTROL
[RF/SQL] (outer control)
Adjusts the RF gain and squelch threshold level.
The squelch removes noise output from the
speaker (closed condition) when no signal is received.
• The squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also
available for other modes.
• 12 to 1 o’clock position is recommended for any setting
of the [RF/SQL] control.
• The control can be set as ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in SSB,
CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and FM) or
squelch control (RF gain is fixed at maximum) in set
mode as follows. (p. 99)
MODE

AUTO

SSB, CW
RTTY
AM, FM

SET MODE SETTING
SQL
RF GAIN + SQL

RF GAIN

SQL

RF GAIN + SQL

SQL

SQL

RF GAIN + SQL

• When setting as RF gain/squelch control
Noise squelch (FM mode)
Recommended level

Squelch is
open.

Maximum
RF gain
RF gain
adjustable
range

S-meter
squelch

1

o RF POWER CONTROL [RF POWER]
Continuously varies the RF output power from minimum (5 W*) to maximum (100 W*).

1

* AM mode: 5 W to 40 W

Decreases
min. 5 W

Increases
max. 100 W
(40 W for AM)
RF POWER

!0 S/RF METER (p. 31)
Shows the signal strength while receiving. Shows
the relative output power, SWR, ALC or compression levels while transmitting.
!1 MONITOR SWITCH [MONITOR] (p. 70)
Monitors your transmitted IF signal.
• The CW side tone functions regardless of the [MONITOR] switch setting in CW mode.
• The [MONITOR] indicator in this switch lights green
when the function is activated.

!2 ANTENNA TUNER SWITCH [TUNER] (p. 89)
➥ Turns the internal antenna tuner ON and OFF
(bypass) when pushed momentarily.
➥ Tunes the antenna manually when pushed for 1
sec.
• The [TUNER] indicator in this switch lights red when
the function is activated or blinks during manual tuning.
• When the tuner cannot tune the antenna, the tuning
circuit is bypassed automatically after 20 sec.

• When functioning as RF gain control
(Squelch is fixed open; SSB, CW, RTTY only)
Maximum
RF gain
Adjustable
range
Minimum RF gain

• When functioning as squelch control
(RF gain is fixed at maximum.)
Noise squelch
threshold
(FM mode)

Noise squelch (FM mode)

Squelch is
open.

Shallow

S-meter squelch
threshold
S-meter
squelch

Deep

While rotating the RF gain control, noise may be
heard. This comes from the DSP unit and does not
indicate an equipment malfunction.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (continued)
@0 !9 !8 !7 !6
HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER

TIMER

POWER
TRANSMIT

PHONES

ELEC-KEY

TUNER MONITOR

AF

RF/SQL

NB

BAL

NR

NR

MIC

MIC GAIN RF POWER

F-1

F-2

F-3

F-4

F-5

SSB

CW/RTTY

AM/FM

FILTER

EXIT/SET

COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

!3

!4

!5

!3 COMPRESSION LEVEL CONTROL [COMP]
(p. 68)
Adjusts the speech compression level in SSB.

ANT
1

Compression
level increases

Compression
level decreases

• When the receive antenna is activated, the
antenna which is connected to the [ANT1] or
[ANT2] is used for transmission only.

COMP

!4 SEMI BREAK-IN DELAY CONTROL
[BK-IN DELAY]
Adjusts the transmit-to-receive switching delay time
for CW semi break-in operation.
Short delay for
high speed keying
(2 dot)

When a transverter is in use, this [ANT]
does not function and ‘XVERT’ appears.
METER
Po

Long delay for
slow speed keying
(13 dot)
BK-IN DELAY

!5 ELECTRONIC CW KEYER SPEED CONTROL
[KEY SPEED] (p. 35)
Adjusts the internal electronic CW keyer’s speed.
• 6 wpm (min.) to 60 wpm (max.) can be set.

➥ Selects the antenna connector between
ANT1 and ANT2 when pushed. (p. 88)
➥ Turns the [RX ANT] (receive antenna) ON
and OFF when pushed for 1 sec.

P.AMP
OFF

➥ Selects RF power (Po), SWR, ALC or
COMP metering during transmit. (p. 31)
➥ Switches the multi-function digital meter
ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec.
➥ Selects one of 2 receive RF preamps or
bypasses them. (p. 57)
• “P. AMP1” activates 10 dB preamp.
• “P. AMP2” activates 16 dB high-gain preamp.

✔ What is the preamp?
The preamp amplifies received signals in the front end circuit to improve the S/N ratio and increase the sensitivity. Select “P. AMP1” or “P. AMP2” when receiving weak signals.

Fast
Slow

KEY SPEED

!6 MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCHES
Push to select the functions indicated in the LCD
display to the right of these switches.
• Functions vary depending on the operating condition.

3

ATT
OFF

➥ Selects 6 dB, 12 dB or 18 dB attenuator,
or bypasses them. (p. 57)

✔ What is the attenuator?
The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distorting
when very strong signals are near the desired frequency, or
when very strong electric fields, such as from a broadcasting station, are near your location.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

AGC
MID

➥ Activates or selects fast, middle or slow
AGC time constant when pushed. (p. 59)

1/4
OFF

• “FAST” is only available for FM mode.

TONE
OFF

✔ What is the AGC?
The AGC function controls receiver gain to produce a constant audio output level, even when the received signal
strength is varied by fading, etc. Select “FAST” for tuning and
select “MID” or “SLOW” depending on the receiving condition.
VOX
OFF

➥ Turns the VOX function ON and OFF
when pushed in a phone mode (SSB, AM
or FM mode). (p. 66)
➥ Enters the VOX set mode when pushed
for 1 sec. in a phone mode. (p. 66)

✔ What is the VOX function?
The VOX function (voice operated transmission) starts transmission without pushing the transmit switch or PTT switch
when you speak into the microphone; then, automatically returns to receive when you stop speaking.

➥ Turns the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF in
SSB data, CW and RTTY modes. (p. 27)

➥ Switches the tone encoder, tone squelch
function and no tone operation when
pushed in FM mode. (pgs. 52, 53)
➥ Enters the tone set mode when pushed
for 1 sec. in FM mode. (pgs. 52, 53)

!7 NOISE REDUCTION LEVEL CONTROL [NR]
(outer control; p. 65)
Adjusts the noise reduction level when the noise reduction is in use. Set for maximum readability.
• To activate this control, turn the noise reduction ON in
advance (!8).
BAL

BK-IN
OFF

✔ What is the break-in function?
The break-in function switches transmit and receive with CW
keying. Full break-in function (QSK) can monitor the receive
signal during keying.
RTTY
FIL
OFF

➥ Turns the RTTY filter ON and OFF in
RTTY mode. (p. 45)
• When the RTTY filter is turned ON, [TWIN
PBT] functions as the IF shift control.

➥ Enters the RTTY filter set mode when
pushed for 1 sec. in RTTY mode. (p. 45)

✔ What is the IF shift?
The IF shift function electronically changes the center of the
IF (Intermediate Frequency) passband frequency to reject interference. Only the inner control of [TWIN PBT] can be
used for the IF shift control.
COMP
OFF
WIDE

➥ Turns the speech compressor ON and
OFF in SSB mode. (p. 68)
➥ Switches the narrow, middle or wide
transmit filter when pushed for 1 sec.

NR

Decreases

Increases

OFF

!8 NOISE REDUCTION SWITCH [NR] (p. 65)
Push to switch the noise reduction ON and OFF.
• The [NR] indicator in this switch lights green when the
function is activated.
NR

➥ Selects semi break-in, full break-in operation, or turns the break-in operation
OFF when pushed in CW mode. (p. 67)

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• 1⁄4 function sets dial rotation to 1⁄4 of normal
for fine tuning.

➥ Enters the AGC set mode when pushed
for 1 sec. (p. 59)
AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to
8.0 sec. (depends on mode), or turned OFF. While
“OFF” is selected, the S-meter does not function.

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NR

Noise reduction OFF

Noise reduction ON

!9 NOISE BLANKER SWITCH [NB] (p. 64)
➥ Switches the noise blanker ON and OFF when
pushed. The noise blanker reduces pulse-type
noise such as that generated by automobile ignition systems. This function cannot be used for
FM mode, or non-pulse-type noise.
• The [NB] indicator in this switch lights green when the
function is activated.
NB

NB

Noise blanker OFF

Noise blanker ON

➥ Enters the noise blanker level set mode when
pushed for 1 sec.
@0 BALANCE CONTROL [BAL] (inner control; p. 63)
Adjusts the audio output balance between main and
sub readout frequencies while in dualwatch.
BAL

Increases main
readout gain

NR

Increases sub
readout gain

✔ What is the speech compressor?
The speech compressor compresses the transmitter audio
input to increase the average audio output level. Therefore,
talk power is increased. This function is effective for long distance communication or when propagation conditions are
poor.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (continued)
#6
TWIN PBT

EIVER
SPLIT

1.8

1

3.5

2

7

3

DUAL
WATCH

10

4

14

5

18

6

Z

21

7

24

8

28

9

MW

50

0

F-INP
ENT

CHANGE

Y

PBT CLR
VFO/
MEMO
M.SCOPE

NB

GENE •

MP-W

MP-R

TS

NOTCH

CW PITCH

XFC

TX

NR

LOCK

RIT

TX

RIT/

F-1

F-2

F-3

F-4

F-5

SSB

CW/RTTY

AM/FM

FILTER

EXIT/SET

REC/PLAY

#5
#4
#3
#2

MAIN/
SUB

NR

RX

BAL

NOTCH

M-CL

CLEAR

TX

#1
#0
@9

LOCK/SPEECH

COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

@1

@2

@3

@1 LCD FUNCTION SWITCHES [F-1]–[F-5]
Push to select the function indicated in the LCD display above these switches.
• Functions vary depending on the operating condition.

@2 MODE SWITCHES
Selects the desired mode. (p. 29)
• Announces the selected mode when an optional UT-102
is installed. (pgs. 102, 105)
SSB

CW/RTTY

AM/FM

➥ Selects USB and LSB mode alternately.
➥ Selects SSB data mode (USB-D, LSB-D)
when pushed for 1 sec. in SSB mode.
➥ Selects CW and RTTY mode alternately.
➥ Switches CW and CW-R (CW reverse)
mode when pushed for 1 sec. in CW
mode.
➥ Switches RTTY and RTTY-R (RTTY reverse) mode when pushed for 1 sec. in
RTTY mode.
➥ Selects AM and FM mode alternately.
➥ Selects AM/FM data mode (AM-D, FM-D)
when pushed for 1 sec. in AM or FM
mode.

@3 FILTER SWITCH [FILTER] (p. 61)
➥ Push to select one of 3 IF filter settings.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the filter set mode.
@4 EXIT/SET SWITCH [EXIT/SET]
➥ Push to exit from a set mode, etc.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the set mode screen.
(p. 94)
5

@4

@5

@6

@7

@8

@5 REC/PLAY SWITCH [REC/PLAY] (p. 73)
➥ Push momentarily to playback the recorded contents in the channel R4 of the voice memory.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to record the receiving signal contents into the channel R4 (max. 15 sec.) of the
voice memory.
@6 TUNING DIAL (p. 25)
Changes the displayed frequency, selects set mode
settings, etc.
@7 LOCK/SPEECH SWITCH [LOCK/SPEECH]
➥ Push momentarily to toggle the dial lock function
ON and OFF. (p. 65)
➥ Push for 1 sec. to announce the S-meter indication and the selected readout frequency when an
optional UT-102 is installed. (p. 105)
∂TX CONTROL [RIT/∂
∂TX] (pgs. 58, 69)
@8 RIT/∂
Shifts the receive and/or transmit frequency without
changing the transmit and/or receive frequency
while the RIT and/or ∂TX functions are ON.
• Rotate the control clockwise to increase the frequency,
or rotate the control counterclockwise to decrease the
frequency.
• The shift frequency range is ±9.999 kHz in 1 Hz steps
(or ±9.99 kHz in 10 Hz steps).
RIT/∂TX

Low shift

High shift

1

PANEL DESCRIPTION

∂TX] (p. 69)
@9 ∂TX SWITCH [∂
➥ Turns the ∂TX function ON and OFF when
pushed.
∂TX] control to vary the ∂TX frequency.
• Use the [RIT/∂

➥ Adds the ∂TX shift frequency to the operating
frequency when pushed for 1 sec.

✔ What is the ∂TX function?

#4 NOTCH SWITCH [NOTCH] (p. 64)
➥ Switches the notch function between auto, manual and OFF in SSB and AM modes.
➥ Turns the manual notch function ON and OFF
when pushed in CW mode.
➥ Turns the auto notch function ON and OFF when
pushed in FM mode.
• “AN” appears on the display when auto notch is in
use.
• “MN” appears on the display when manual notch is in
use.
• The [NOTCH] indicator in this switch lights green
when the function is activated.

The ∂TX shifts the transmit frequency without shifting the receive frequency. This is useful for simple split frequency operation in CW, etc.

#0 CLEAR SWITCH [CLEAR] (pgs. 58, 69)
Clears the RIT/∂TX shift frequency when pushed
for 1 sec. (default).
• The response time (for 1 sec. or momentarily) can be
selected on the quick RIT/∂TX clear setting (p. 103).

#1 RIT SWITCH [RIT] (p. 58)
➥ Turns the RIT function ON and OFF when
pushed.
∂TX] control to vary the RIT frequency.
• Use the [RIT/∂

➥ Adds the RIT shift frequency to the operating frequency when pushed for 1 sec.

✔ What is the RIT function?
The RIT (Receiver Incremental Tuning) shifts the receive frequency without shifting the transmit frequency.
This is useful for fine tuning stations calling you on an off-frequency or when you prefer to listen to slightly differentsounding voice characteristics, etc.

#2 MANUAL NOTCH FILTER CONTROL [NOTCH]
(inner control; p. 64)
Varies the peak frequency of the manual notch filter to pick out a receive signal from interference
while the manual notch function is ON.
• Notch filter center frequency:
SSB : 0 Hz to 5100 Hz
CW : CW pitch freq.–900 Hz to CW pitch freq.
+4200 Hz
AM : –5100 Hz to 5100 Hz
NOTCH

Lower frequency

CW PITCH

1

NOTCH

NOTCH

Notch OFF

Notch ON

✔ What is the notch function?
The notch function eliminates unwanted CW or AM carrier
tones while preserving the desired signal’s audio response.
The filtering frequency is adjusted to effectively eliminate unwanted tones via the DSP circuit.

#5 PBT CLEAR SWITCH [PBT CLR] (p. 60)
Clears the PBT settings when pushed for 1 sec.
• The [PBT CLR] indicator in this switch lights green when
PBT is in use.

#6 PASSBAND TUNING CONTROLS [TWIN PBT]
Adjust the receiver’s “passband width” of the DSP
filter. (p. 60)
• Passband width and shift frequency are displayed in the
LCD.
• Push [PBT CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the settings when
not in use.
• Variable range is set to half of the IF filter passband
width. 25 Hz steps and 50 Hz steps are available.
• These controls function as an IF shift control while in AM
mode and when the RTTY filter is turned ON. Only the
inner control may function in this case.

✔ What is the PBT control?
General PBT function electronically narrows the IF passband
width to reject interference. This transceiver uses the DSP
circuit for the PBT function.

Higher frequency

TWIN PBT
PBT1
PBT2

#3 CW PITCH CONTROL [CW PITCH]
(outer control; p. 37)
Shifts the received CW audio pitch and monitored
CW audio pitch without changing the operating frequency.
NOTCH

Lower frequency

Approx. 300 Hz

CW PITCH

TWIN PBT

TWIN PBT

TWIN PBT

–

+

Higher frequency

Approx. 900 Hz

Low cut

Center

High cut

6

1

PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (continued)
%3

%2 %1 %0 $9 $8 $7

$5

$6

TWIN PBT

CEIVER
SPLIT

1.8

1

3.5

2

7

3

Y

DUAL
WATCH

10

4

14

5

18

6

Z

21

7

24

8

28

9

50

0

F-INP
ENT

CHANGE

$4

MW
PBT CLR

GENE

VFO/
MEMO
M.SCOPE

NB

MP-W

NOTCH

TS

CW PITCH

MAIN/
SUB

NR

RX

BAL

MP-R

NOTCH

M-CL

TX

NR

XFC
LOCK

RIT

TX

RIT/

F-1

F-2

F-3

F-4

F-5

SSB

CW/RTTY

AM/FM

FILTER

EXIT/SET

REC/PLAY

$3
$2
$1
$0

CLEAR

TX

LOCK/SPEECH

COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

#7

#8

#9

#7 RECEIVE INDICATOR [RX]
Lights green while receiving a signal and when the
squelch is open.

➥ When the quick tuning step is OFF, push for 1
sec. to turn the 1 Hz tuning step ON and OFF.

#8 TRANSMIT INDICATOR [TX]
Lights red while transmitting.

➥ When the quick tuning step is ON, push for 1 sec.
to enter the quick tuning step set mode.

#9 LOCK INDICATOR [LOCK] (p. 65)
Lights red when the dial lock function is activated.
$0 TRANSMIT FREQUENCY CHECK SWITCH
[XFC]
Monitors the transmit frequency when pushed and
held during the split frequency operation.
• While pushing this switch, the transmit frequency can be
changed with the tuning dial, keypad, memo pad or the
Y]/[Z
Z] switches.
[Y
• When the split lock function is turned ON, pushing [XFC]
cancels the dial lock function. (p. 100)

$1 QUICK TUNING SWITCH [TS] (p. 26)
➥ Turns the quick tuning step ON and OFF.
• While the quick tuning indicator, “Z,” is displayed
above the frequency indication, the frequency can be
changed in programmed kHz steps.
• 0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 and 25 kHz quick tuning
steps are available for each operating mode independently.
Quick tuning indicator
ANT
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• 1 Hz indications appear in both readouts and the frequency can be changed in 1 Hz steps.

$2 MEMORY CLEAR SWITCH [M-CL] (p. 81)
Clears the selected readout memory channel contents when pushed for 1 sec. in memory mode.
• The channel becomes a blank channel.
• This switch does not function in VFO mode.

$3 MEMORY WRITE SWITCH [MW] (p. 79)
Stores the selected readout frequency and operating mode into the displayed memory channel when
pushed for 1 sec.
• This function is available both in VFO and memory
modes.

Y]/[Z
Z] (p. 77)
$4 MEMORY UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y
➥ Push to select the memory channel number for
the selected readout.
• Memory channels can be selected both in VFO and
memory modes.

➥ Select the desired memory channel directly after
pushing [(F-INP)ENT] and a memory channel
number.
$5 MEMO PAD-READ SWITCH [MP-R] (p. 82)
Each pushing calls up a frequency and operating
mode in a memo pad. The 5 (or 10) most recently
programmed frequencies and operating modes can
be recalled, starting from the most recent.
• The memo pad capacity can be expanded from 5 to 10
in set mode for your convenience. (p. 102)

7

PANEL DESCRIPTION

$6 KEYPAD
➥ Pushing a key selects the operating band.
• [(GENE)•] selects the general coverage band.

➥ Pushing the same key 2 or 3 times calls up other
stacked frequencies in the band. (p. 24)
• Icom’s triple band stacking register memorizes 3 frequencies in each band.

➥ After pushing [(F-INP)ENT], enters a keyed frequency or memory channel. Pushing [(FY]/[Z
Z] is necessary at the end.
INP)ENT] or [Y
(pgs. 25, 77)
• e.g. to enter 14.195 MHz, push [(F-INP)ENT] [1] [4]
[•] [1] [9] [5] [(F-INP)ENT].

$7 MEMO PAD-WRITE SWITCH [MP-W] (p. 82)
Programs the selected readout frequency and operating mode into a memo pad.
• The 5 most recent entries remain in memo pads.
• The transmit frequency is programmed when pushed together with [XFC].
• The memo pad capacity can be expanded from 5 to 10
in set mode for your convenience. (p. 102)

$8 SPLIT SWITCH [SPLIT] (p. 71)
➥ Turns the split function ON and OFF when
pushed.
➥ Turns the split function ON, equalizes the sub
readout frequency to the main readout and sets
the sub readout for frequency input when pushed
for 1 sec. in non-FM modes. (Quick split function)

1

%1 VFO/MEMORY SWITCH [VFO/MEMO]
➥ Switches the selected readout operating mode
between the VFO mode and memory mode when
pushed. (pgs. 23, 77)
➥ Transfers the memory contents to VFO when
pushed for 1 sec. (p. 80)

1

%2 MAIN/SUB•M.SCOPE SWITCH
[MAIN/SUB•M.SCOPE]
➥ Push momentarily to select access to the main or
sub readout. (p. 23)
• The sub readout frequency is displayed in outline or
mesh font. The sub readout functions only during split
operation or dualwatch.

➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn the mini spectrum scope
screen indication ON and OFF. (p. 55)
• The mini spectrum scope screen can be indicated
with another screen, such as memory, set mode
screen, simultaneously.

%3 LCD FUNCTION DISPLAY (See p. 9 for details.)
Shows the operating frequency, function switch
menus, spectrum scope screen, memory channel
screen, set mode settings, etc.

• The offset frequency is shifted from the main readout
frequency in FM mode. (pgs. 52, 100)
• The quick split function can be turned OFF using set
mode. (p. 100)

➥ Turns the split function ON and shifts the sub
readout frequency after input an offset (±4 MHz
in 1 kHz steps).
$9 DUALWATCH SWITCH [DUALWATCH] (p. 63)
➥ Turns the dualwatch function ON and OFF when
pushed.
➥ Turns the dualwatch function ON and equalizes
the sub readout frequency to the main readout
when pushed for 1 sec. (Quick dualwatch function)
• The quick dualwatch function can be turned OFF
using set mode. (p. 98)

%0 MAIN/SUB CHANGE SWITCH [CHANGE]
➥ Switches the frequency and selected memory
channel between main and sub readouts when
pushed.
• Switches between transmit frequency and receive frequency when the split frequency function is ON.
(p. 71)

➥ Equalizes the sub readout frequency to the main
readout frequency when pushed for 1 sec.

8

1

PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ LCD display
!6 !5

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METER
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CW

SPECTRUM

SCOPE

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SUB
MARKER
HOLD
ATT

MARKER

HOLD

SET

t
q TX INDICATOR
Indicates the frequency readout for transmission.
w VFO/MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR
(pgs. 23, 77)
Indicates the VFO mode or selected memory channel number.
e SELECT MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 86)
Indicates the displayed memory channel is set as a
select memory channel.
r MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH GUIDE
Indicates the function of the multi-function switches.
t LCD FUNCTION SWITCH GUIDE
Indicates the function of the LCD function switches
([F-1] – [F-5]).
y MULTI-FUNCTION SCREEN (p. 10)
Shows the screens for the multi-function digital
meter, spectrum scope, voice recorder, memory
channel, scan, memory keyer, RTTY decoder, IF filter selection or set modes, etc.
u MEMORY CHANNEL READOUTS (p. 77)
➥ Show the selected memory channel contents in
VFO mode.
➥ Show the VFO contents in memory mode.

9

i FREQUENCY READOUTS (p. 25)
Show the operating frequency.
• Outline characters are used for non-accessing readout.

o CLOCK READOUT (p. 92)
Shows the current time.
• Dualtime indication is available.

!0 RTTY TUNING INDICATOR (p. 47)
Shows the tuning level in RTTY mode.
!1 QUICK TUNING INDICATOR (p. 26)
Appears when the quick tuning step function is in
use.
!2 PASSBAND WIDTH INDICATOR (pgs. 60, 61)
Graphically displays the passband width for twin
PBT operation and center frequency for IF shift operation.
!3 IF FILTER INDICATOR (p. 61)
Shows the selected IF filter number.
!4 SHIFT FREQUENCY INDICATOR (p. 60)
Shows the shift frequency of the IF filter.
!5 MODE INDICATOR (p. 29)
Shows the selected mode.
!6 BAND WIDTH INDICATOR (p. 61)
Shows the passband width of the IF filter.

PANEL DESCRIPTION

1

■ Screen menu arrangement
The following screens can be selected from the start
up screen. Choose the desired screen using the following chart.

1
Pushing [EXIT/SET] several times returns to the start
up screen. See p. 94 for set mode arrangement.

• Start up screen
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

T X VFO

METER
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CW

--. ---. --

• Spectrum scope screen (p. 55)

AGC
MID

AGC
MID

BK-IN
OFF

BK-IN
OFF

1/4
OFF
SCOPE

VOICE

KEYER

MEMORY

SCAN

F-1

F-2

F-3

F-4

F-5

SPECTRUM

-12. 5k

SCOPE

+12. 5k

HOLD

SET

Grid
2.5k
10dB

1/4
OFF
SPAN

ATT

MARKER

F-1

• Voice recorder screen (p. 73)
AGC
MID
BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF

• Memory channel screen (p. 78)

VOICE RECORDER
T1

---

T2

---

T3

---

T4

---

AGC
MID
BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF

TX M E M O R Y

T1

T2

T4

T3

T/R

BK-IN
OFF

M3
1/4
OFF
M1

M4

BK-IN
OFF

CFM TU

1/4
OFF

QRZ?
M4

M3

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HLD/CLR
LD/CLR

T
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WIDE

SCAN

∂F

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Programmed
scan edges

∂F

:

±

P1:
P2:

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

∂ F SPAN

FINE

SET

SCAN

AGC
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THRESHOLD

SET

F-5

RTTY DECODE

1/4
OFF

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• Memory scan screen (Memory mode: p. 85)

• RTTY decoder screen (RTTY mode: p. 46)

RTTY
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• Programmed scan screen (VFO mode: p. 84)

• Memory keyer screen (CW mode: p. 40)
M1

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F-2

AGC
MID

MEMORY
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P 1
P 2

BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF

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MEMO

WIDE

F-3

∂F

Span

Programmed
scan edges

∂F

:
P1:
P2:

±

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

SELECT

∂ F SPAN

SET

F-5

10

1

PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Rear panel
!4

!3

!2

qw

!1

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q TRANSVERTER JACK [XVERT] (p. 18)
External transverter input/output jack. Activated by
voltage applied to [ACC(2)] pin 6.
w RECEIVE ANTENNA CONNECTOR [RX ANT]
(p. 15)
Connects a 50 Ω general coverage antenna with an
RCA connector.
e TUNER CONTROL SOCKET [TUNER] (p. 15)
Accepts the control cable from an optional AH-4
HF/50 MHz AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER or AH-3 HF
AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER.
r ACCESSORY SOCKET 1 [ACC(1)]
t ACCESSORY SOCKET 2 [ACC(2)]
Enable connection of external equipment such as a
linear amplifier, an automatic antenna selector/
tuner, TNC for data communications, etc.
• See p. 20 for socket information.

y STRAIGHT KEY JACK [KEY] (p. 14)
Accepts a straight key or external electronic keyer
with 1⁄4 inch standard plug.

r

t

y u i

o

u CI-V REMOTE CONTROL JACK [REMOTE]
(p. 110)
➥ Connects a PC via the optional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL
CONVERTER for external control of the transceiver
functions.
➥ Used for transceive operation with another Icom
CI-V transceiver or receiver.
i EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK [EXT SP]
(pgs. 15, 116)
Accepts an 4–8 Ω speaker.
o ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] (p. 17)
Connects to the ALC output jack of a non-Icom linear amplifier.
!0 SEND CONTROL JACK [SEND] (p. 17)
Goes to ground while transmitting to control external equipment such as a linear amplifier.
• Max. control level: 16 V DC/0.5 A

!1 DC POWER SOCKET [DC 13.8V] (p. 16)
Accepts 13.8 V DC through the supplied DC power
cable (OPC-025D).

• [ELEC-KEY] on the front panel can be used for a
straight key or external electronic keyer. Deactivate the
internal electronic keyer in keyer set mode. (p. 43)
(+)

Rear panel view
(_)

If you use an external electronic keyer, make
sure the voltage retained by the keyer is less
than 0.4 V when the key is ON.

11

!0

PANEL DESCRIPTION

!2 ANTENNA CONNECTOR 1 [ANT1]
!3 ANTENNA CONNECTOR 2 [ANT2] (pgs. 13, 14)
Accept a 50 Ω antenna with a PL-259 connector.

1

!4 GROUND TERMINAL [GND] (pgs. 13, 14)
Connect this terminal to a ground to prevent electrical shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems.

1

When using an optional AH-4 HF/50 MHz AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER or AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER, connect it to the [ANT1] connector.
The internal antenna tuner activates for [ANT2] and
deactivates for [ANT1] when connecting the AH-4
or AH-3.

■ Microphone (HM-36)
q UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP]/[DN]
Change the selected readout frequency or memory
channel.

q

• Continuous pushing changes the frequency or memory
channel number continuously.
• While pushing [XFC], the transmit readout frequency
can be controlled while in spilt frequency operation.
• The [UP]/[DN] switch can simulate a key paddle. Preset
in the keyer set mode. (p. 43)

w

w PTT SWITCH
Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.

• HM-36 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM
MICROPHONE
10µ

+

MICROPHONE CABLE MICROPHONE PLUG

4700p

2k
+

0.33µ
4700p

MIC
ELEMENT

DOWN

PTT

RECEIVE

UP

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2

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Unpacking

■ Antenna connection

After unpacking, immediately report any damage to the
delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping cartons.

For radio communications, the antenna is of critical importance, along with output power and sensitivity. Select antenna(s), such as a well-matched 50 Ω antenna,
and feedline. 1.5:1 or better of Voltage Standing Wave
Ratio (VSWR) is recommended for your desired band.
Of course, the transmission line should be a coaxial
cable.

For a description and a diagram of accessory equipment included with the IC-756PROIII, see ‘Supplied
accessories’ on p. i of this manual.

■ Selecting a location
Select a location for the transceiver that allows adequate air circulation, free from extreme heat, cold, or
vibrations, and away from TV sets, TV antenna elements, radios and other electromagnetic sources.
The base of the transceiver has an adjustable stand
for desktop use. Set the stand to one of two angles depending on your operating conditions.

When using 1 antenna, use the [ANT1] connector.

CAUTION: Protect your transceiver from lightning
by using a lightning arrestor.

PL-259 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION EXAMPLE
q

30 mm

Coupling ring

10 mm (soft solder)

w

10 mm

Soft
solder

1–2 mm

Slide the connector
body on and solder it.

r

Screw the coupling
ring
onto
the
connector body.

■ Grounding

For best results, connect a heavy gauge wire or strap
to a long earth-sunk copper rod. Make the distance between the [GND] terminal and ground as short as possible.

R WARNING: NEVER connect the [GND]
terminal to a gas or electric pipe, since the connection could cause an explosion or electric shock.

13

Strip the cable as
shown at left. Soft
solder the center conductor.

solder solder

e

To prevent electrical shock, television interference
(TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) and other problems, ground the transceiver through the GROUND
terminal on the rear panel.

Slide the coupling ring
down. Strip the cable
jacket and soft solder.

30 mm ≈ 9⁄8 in 10 mm ≈ 3⁄8 in 1–2 mm ≈ 1⁄16 in

Antenna SWR
Each antenna is tuned for a specified frequency
range and SWR may be increased out-of-range.
When the SWR is higher than approx. 2.0:1, the
transceiver’s power drops to protect the final transistor. In this case, an antenna tuner is useful to match
the transceiver and antenna. Low SWR allows full
power for transmitting even when using the antenna
tuner. The IC-756PROIII has an SWR meter to monitor the antenna SWR continuously.

2

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Required connections
• Front panel

2

CW KEY

TIMER

TWIN PBT

HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER

POWER

1
0

S

9

5
10

Po

1 1.5
SWR
0
COMP
ALC

TRANSMIT

+ 20

25 50

+ 40

SPLIT

1.8

1

3.5

2

7

3

DUAL
WATCH

10

4

14

5

18

6

21

7

24

8

28

50

0

F-INP

+ 60dB

100

2 3
20
10
dB

CHANGE

9

MW

ENT

M-CL

PBT CLR
VFO/
MEMO
M.SCOPE

PHONES

TUNER MONITOR

NB

GENE

MP-W

MP-R

NR

AF

RF/SQL

BAL

NOTCH

TX

NR

LOCK

RIT

MIC

F-1

F-2

F-3

F-4

F-5

SSB

CW/RTTY

AM/FM

FILTER

EXIT/SET

REC/PLAY

A straight key can be used
when the internal electronic
keyer is turned OFF in keyer
set mode. (p. 43)

TX

RIT/

MIC GAIN RF POWER

COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

NOTCH

CW PITCH

XFC

RX

ELEC-KEY

TS

MAIN/
SUB

CLEAR

TX

LOCK/SPEECH

MICROPHONES (p. 116)

HM-36

SM-20

• Rear panel
ANTENNA 1, 2 (p. 13)
[Example]: ANT1 for 1.8–18 MHz bands
ANT2 for 21–50 MHz bands

DC POWER SUPPLY (p.16)

PS-125

GROUND (p. 13)

Use the heaviest gauge wire
or strap available and make
the connection as short as
possible.
Grounding prevents electrical
shocks, TVI and other
problems.

STRAIGHT KEY

14

2

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Advanced connections
• Front panel
TIMER

HEADPHONES

TWIN PBT

HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER

POWER

1
0

S

5

9

10

25 50

Po

1 1.5
SWR
0
COMP
ALC

TRANSMIT

2
10

3

+ 20

+ 40

SPLIT

1.8

1

3.5

2

7

3

DUAL
WATCH

10

4

14

5

18

6

21

7

24

8

28

50

0

F-INP

+ 60dB

100

20
dB

CHANGE

9

MW

ENT

M-CL

PBT CLR
VFO/
MEMO
M.SCOPE

PHONES

TUNER MONITOR

AF

RF/SQL

NB

BAL

MP-W

MP-R

TS

NOTCH

NR

TX

NR

XFC
LOCK

RIT

MIC

TX

RIT/

F-1

F-2

F-3

F-4

F-5

SSB

CW/RTTY

AM/FM

FILTER

EXIT/SET

REC/PLAY

MIC GAIN RF POWER

COMP BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED

NOTCH

CW PITCH

MAIN/
SUB

RX

ELEC-KEY

GENE

CLEAR

TX

LOCK/SPEECH

MIC
The AFSK modulation signal
can be input from [MIC]. (p. 19)

• Rear panel
ANTENNA 1, 2 (pgs. 17, 18)
Connects a linear amplifier,
antenna selector, etc.

[REMOTE] (p. 110)
Used for computer control and transceive operation.

RX ANTENNA

TRANSVERTER
(p. 18)
Connects a transverter
for V/UHF band use.

ACC SOCKETS (pgs. 19, 20)
AH-4/AH-3
(p. 18)

AH-2b

15

When using the AH-4/AH-3,
it must be connected to the
[ANT1] connector.

EXTERNAL SPEAKER (p. 116)

SP-23

[SEND], [ALC]
(p. 17)
Used for connecting a
non-Icom linear amplifier.

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Power supply connections

2

CAUTION: Before connecting the DC power
cable, check the following important items. Make
sure:
• The [POWER] switch is OFF.
• Output voltage of the power source is 12–15 V
when you use a non-Icom power supply.
• DC power cable polarity is correct.

Use the optional PS-125 DC power supply with a 25 A
capacity when operating the transceiver with AC
power. Refer to the diagrams below.

Red
Black

2

: positive + terminal
: negative _ terminal

CONNECTING PS-125 DC POWER SUPPLY
PS-125

Transceiver

DC power
socket

Connect to an AC outlet
using the supplied AC cable.

DC power cable

CONNECTING A DC POWER SUPPLY
Transceiver

AC outlet

A DC power supply
13.8 V; at least 23 A
Black Red
_
+

to DC power
socket

Supplied
DC power cable
AC cable
30 A fuses

CONNECTING A VEHICLE BATTERY

R WARNING NEVER connect to a battery without supplied
NOTE: Use terminals for
the cable connections.

Grommet

_ black

Crimp
Solder

+ red

DC fuses, otherwise a fire hazard
may occur.

NEVER connect the transceiver
directly to a 24 V battery.
IMPORTANT! Detailed installation
notes for Icom mobile transceivers to
be fitted into vehicles are available.
Contact your Icom dealer or distributor.

12 V
battery
Supplied
DC power cable

16

2

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Linear amplifier connections

Use the [ANT1] connector when connecting a linear
amplifier.

CONNECTING THE IC-PW1/EURO

Remote control cable (supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)

To an
antenna ACC-1

ACC cable (supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)
Be sure to connect the cable
to the 7-pin ACC(2) jack.
Coaxial cable

REMOTE

ANT

INPUT1

(supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)

INPUT2

Coaxial cable
(optional)
ANT2

EXCITER
1
1&2

Connect
[INPUT2]
if necessary
ANT1 ACC(2)

REMOTE

GND

GND

IC-PW1/EURO
AC outlet

Ground

Transceiver

(Non-European versions: 100–120/220–240 V
European version
: 230 V)

Turn OFF the transceiver’s antenna tuner while tuning the IC-PW1/EURO’s tuner.
CONNECTING A NON-ICOM LINEAR AMPLIFIER
Transceiver

R WARNING:
Set the transceiver output power and linear amplifier
ALC output level referring to the linear amplifier instruction manual.

ANT1

50 Ω coaxial
cable

To an
antenna

RF OUTPUT

RF INPUT
ALC
SEND

Non-Icom linear amplifier

17

ALC

SEND

The ALC input level must be in the range 0 V to –4 V,
and the transceiver does not accept positive voltage.
Non-matched ALC and RF power settings could cause
a fire or ruin the linear amplifier.
The specifications for the SEND relay are 16 V DC
0.5 A. If this level is exceeded, a large external relay
must be used.

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

2

■ External antenna tuner connection
CONNECTING THE AH-4/AH-3

2

The AH-4 or AH-3 must be connected to [ANT1].
Long wire or optional AH-2b

Coaxial cable (from the AH-4 or AH-3)
ANT1
Control cable

Transceiver

Ground

AH-4 or AH-3

■ Transverter jack information
When 2 to 13.8 V is applied to pin 6 of [ACC(2)], the
[XVERT] jack is activated for transverter operation
and the antenna connectors do not receive or transmit any signals. (p. 20)
While receiving, the [XVERT] jack can be activated
as an input terminal from an external transverter.
While transmitting, the [XVERT] jack outputs signals
of the displayed frequency at –20 dBm (22 mV) as
signals for the external transverter.

Transverter jack

■ Microphone connector information
(Front panel view)

[MIC]
Pin No.
i Main readout AF output
(varies with [AF]/[BAL])

q Microphone input

u GND
(Microphone ground)

w +8 V DC output

y GND (PTT ground)

e Frequency up/down

t PTT
r Main readout squelch switch

w
e

r

FUNCTION

DESCRIPTION

+8 V DC output

Max. 10 mA

Frequency up

Ground

Frequency down

Ground through 470 Ω

Squelch open

“Low” level

Squelch closed

“High” level

CAUTION: DO NOT short pin 2 to ground as this
can damage the internal 8 V regulator.
NOTE: DC voltage is applied to pin 1 for microphone operation. Take care when using a non-Icom
microphone.

18

2

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ FSK and AFSK (SSTV) connections
To connect a terminal unit, TNC or scan converter,
refer to the diagram below.
For RTTY operation:
Narrow filter settings may not pass RTTY signals.
Be sure to select the appropriate IF filter settings
corresponding to the signal width. (p. 61)

FSK (RTTY) connection
Use RTTY mode for
operation

Terminal unit (TU) or
Terminal Node Controller (TNC)
4
1

2

5
3

8

6

AF input
Ground (GND)

7

PTT
SQUELCH input*
RTTY keying

[ACC(1)] socket
(Rear panel view)

AFSK and SSTV connections

* Connect the SQUELCH line when required.

Terminal Node Controller (TNC)
or Scan converter

Use SSB or FM mode
for operation

AFSK output
Ground (GND)
4
1

2

5
3

8

6

AF input
Ground (GND)

7

PTT
SQUELCH input*

[ACC(1)] socket
(Rear panel view)

* Connect the SQUELCH line when required.

AFSK and SSTV connections via microphone connector
Terminal Node Controller (TNC)
or Scan converter

Use SSB or FM mode
for operation

AFSK output

AF input
1

7
8

2
3

4

6
5

[MIC] connector
(Front panel view)

Ground (GND)
PTT
SQUELCH input*
* Connect the SQUELCH line when required.

When connected to the [MIC] connector, [MIC
GAIN] and [AF] control adjustment is required.

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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

2

■ Accessory connector information
ACC (1)

2
4
5
1
8 3
6
7

PIN No. NAME

RTTY Controls RTTY keying

“High” level
“Low” level
Output current

2

GND Connects to ground.

Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 2.

3

Input/output pin.
SEND Goes to ground when transmitting.
When grounded, transmits.

Ground level
: –0.5 V to 0.8 V
Output current
: Less than 20 mA
Input current (Tx) : Less than 200 mA
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 3.

4

MOD

5

AF

6

SQLS

7

13.8 V 13.8 V output when power is ON.

8

4
1
6

2

5
3
7

SPECIFICATIONS

1

Rear panel view

ACC (2)

DESCRIPTION

ALC

PIN No. NAME

Modulator input.
Connects to a modulator.

Input impedance
Input level

2

: 10 kΩ
: Approx. 100 mV rms

AF detector output.
Output impedance : 4.7 kΩ
Fixed, regardless of [AF] position
Output level
: 100–300 mV rms
in default settings. (see notes below)
Squelch output.
Goes to ground when squelch opens.

SQL open
SQL closed

: Less than 0.3 V/5 mA
: More than 6.0 V/100 µA

Output current
: Max. 1 A
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 7.
Control voltage
: –4 V to 0 V
Input impedance
: More than 10 kΩ
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 5.

ALC voltage input.

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATIONS

Output voltage
Output current

1

8V

2

GND

Same as ACC(1) pin 2.

3

SEND

Same as ACC(1) pin 3.

4

BAND

5

ALC

6

TRV

7

13.8 V

Rear panel view

: More than 2.4 V
: Less than 0.6 V
: Less than 2 mA

Regulated 8 V output.

Band voltage output.
(Varies with amateur band)

Output voltage

: 8 V ±0.3 V
: Less than 10 mA

: 0 to 8.0 V

Same as ACC (1) pin 8.
Activates [XVERT] input/output
when “HIGH” voltage is applied.

Input impedance
Input voltage

: More than 10 kΩ
: 2 to 13.8 V

Same as ACC(1) pin 7.

If the CW side tone level limit or beep level limit is in
use, the CW side tone or beep tone decreases from
the fixed level when the [AF] control is rotated
above a specified level, respectively. (p. 96)

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3

BASIC OPERATION

■ When first applying power (CPU resetting)
Before first applying power, make sure all connections
required for your system are complete by referring to
Section 2. Then, reset the transceiver using the following procedure.

[POWER]

[F-INP] [M-CL]

Resetting CLEARS all programmed contents in
memory channels and returns programmed values
in set mode to default values.
q Make sure the transceiver power is OFF.
w While pushing [M-CL] and [(F-INP)ENT], push
[POWER] to turn power ON.
• The internal CPU is reset.
• A/D convertor calibration of the DSP unit starts and it
takes 10 sec.
• The transceiver displays its initial VFO frequencies when
resetting is complete.

Under cooler temperatures, the LCD may appear
dark and unstable after turning power ON. This is
normal and does not indicate any equipment malfunction.

e Correct the set mode settings after resetting, if desired.

■ Initial settings
After resetting the transceiver, set controls and
switches as shown in the figure below.

[ANT]: 1

CW
CCW

: Max. clockwise
: Max. counterclockwise

[P.AMP]: 1
[ATT]: OFF

[METER]: Po

[PBT CLR]: OFF

[POWER]: OFF
[NOTCH]: OFF

[TUNER], [MONITOR],
[NB], [NR]: OFF
[AF]: Max. CCW

[RF/SQL]: 12 o’clock

[MIC GAIN]: 10–12 o’clock
[RF POWER]: Max. CW

[BAL]: Center
2

[COMP]* : OFF WIDE;
[1/4],*2 [TONE]*2: OFF

[AGC]: MID*1
[VOX],*2 [BK-IN],*2
[RTTY FIL]*2: OFF

[LOCK]: OFF
*1 FAST in FM mode.
*2 Appears in some modes.

Turn power ON, then check the display. If any of the
following indicators appear, turn them OFF as follows:
• Quick tuning step indicator “▼” : Push [TS].
• 1 Hz frequency readout
: Push [TS] for 2 sec.
(while quick tuning
step is OFF)
• RIT indicator “ RIT ”
: Push [RIT].
∂TX].
TX ”
• ∂TX indicator “ ∂TX
: Push [∂
• Split indicator “ SPLIT ”
: Push [SPLIT].
21

• Dualwatch indicator “

” : Push
[DUALWATCH].
• Twin peak filter indicator “ TPF ” : Push [RTTY FIL].
• Auto notch indicator “ A N ”
: Push [NOTCH].
• Manual notch indicator “ M N ” : Push [NOTCH].
DUAL-W

BASIC OPERATION

3

■ VFO description
VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscillator, and traditionally refers to an oscillator.
The transceiver’s VFO is somewhat different. The VFO
of the IC-756PROIII acts like a computer’s window and
can show one frequency and one operating mode.
You can call up a desired frequency to the VFO with
the keypad, memo pad-read switch (see p. 82) or the
memory transfer function (see p. 80). You can also
change the frequency with the tuning dial and select
the operating mode with the mode switches.
During dualwatch or split frequency operation, the sub
VFO is functional (non-outline, non-spotted, larger frequency characters). While pushing [XFC] during split
frequency operation, you can change the transmit
readout frequency with the keypad, memo pad-read
switch or the memory transfer function.

MODE
SWITCHES

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TUNING DIAL

Transfer

KEYPAD
(BAND KEY)

MEMO PAD

MEMORY
CHANNEL

21.295 MHz

28.025 MHz

7.001 MHz

• Differences between VFO mode and memory mode
VFO MODE
VFO shows a frequency and operating mode. If the
frequency or operating mode is changed, the VFO
automatically memorizes the new frequency or new
operating mode.

MEMORY MODE (pgs. 77–81)
Each memory channel shows a frequency and operating mode like a VFO. Even if the frequency or mode
is changed, the memory channel does not memorize
the new frequency or operating mode.

When a VFO is selected from another band or memory mode, the frequency and operating mode last
used for that VFO appear.

When the memory channel is selected from another
memory channel or VFO mode, the memorized frequency and operating mode appear.

[EXAMPLE]

[EXAMPLE]

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Memory channel 1 is selected.
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3

BASIC OPERATION

■ Selecting VFO/memory mode
[VFO/MEMO]

➥ Push [VFO/MEMO] to switch between VFO and
memory modes.
• “VFO” appears when VFO mode, or the selected memory channel number appears when memory mode is
selected beside the frequency readout.
• Pushing [VFO/MEMO] for 1 sec. transfers the contents
of the selected memory channel to VFO mode. (p. 80)

“VFO” indicator
ANT
1

BW 500

TX
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■ Main/Sub band selection
[MAIN/SUB]

➥ Push [MAIN/SUB] to select access to the main or
sub readout.
• The sub readout frequency is displayed in outline or
mesh font. The sub readout functions only during split
oeration or dualwatch.

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BASIC OPERATION

3

■ Selecting an operating band
Band keys

The triple band stacking register provides 3 memories
in one band. 3 sets of a frequency and operating mode
on each band are automatically stored when used.
If a band key is pushed once, the frequency and operating mode last used are called up. When the key is
pushed again, another stored frequency and operating
mode are called up.

3

This function is convenient when you operate 3 operating modes on one band. For example, one register
is used for a CW frequency, another for an SSB frequency and the other one for an RTTY frequency.
See the table below for a list of the band available and
the default settings for each band.
BAND

REGISTER 1

REGISTER 2

REGISTER 3

1.8 MHz
3.5 MHz
7 MHz
10 MHz
14 MHz
18 MHz
21 MHz
24 MHz
28 MHz
50 MHz
General

1.900000 MHz CW
3.550000 MHz LSB
7.050000 MHz LSB
10.120000 MHz CW
14.100000 MHz USB
18.100000 MHz USB
21.200000 MHz USB
24.950000 MHz USB
28.500000 MHz USB
50.100000 MHz USB
15.000000 MHz USB

1.910000 MHz CW
3.560000 MHz LSB
7.060000 MHz LSB
10.130000 MHz CW
14.200000 MHz USB
18.130000 MHz USB
21.300000 MHz USB
24.980000 MHz USB
29.500000 MHz USB
50.200000 MHz USB
15.100000 MHz USB

1.915000 MHz CW
3.580000 MHz LSB
7.020000 MHz CW
10.140000 MHz CW
14.050000 MHz CW
18.150000 MHz USB
21.050000 MHz CW
24.900000 MHz CW
28.100000 MHz CW
51.000000 MHz FM
15.200000 MHz USB

D Using the band stacking registers
q Push [(14)5], then select a frequency and an operating mode.

[Example]: 14 MHz band

1.8

1

3.5

2

7

3

• Frequency and operating mode are memorized in the
first band stacking register.

10

4

14

5

18

6

w Push [(14)5] again, then select another frequency
and operating mode.

21

7

GENE •

24

8

28

9

50

0

F-INP
ENT

• This frequency and operating mode are memorized in
the second band stacking register.

e Push [(14)5] again, then select another frequency
and operating mode.
• This frequency and operating mode are memorized in
the third band stacking register.
• When a fourth frequency and operating mode are selected on a band, the first register set in step q, is over
written.

24

3

BASIC OPERATION

■ Frequency setting
The transceiver has several tuning methods for convenient frequency tuning.

D Tuning with the tuning dial
Band keys

q Push the desired band key on the keypad 1–3
times.
• 3 different frequencies can be selected on each band
with the band key. (See previous page “Using the band
stacking register.”)
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CW

If the dial lock function is activated, the lock indicator lights, and the tuning dial does not function. In
this case, push [LOCK/SPEECH] to deactivate the
lock function. (p. 65)

D Direct frequency entry with the keypad
The transceiver has a keypad for direct frequency
entry as described right.
Keypad

q Push [(F-INP)ENT].
•“

” appears.

w Input the desired frequency.
• Push [(GENE)•] to input “ • (decimal point)” between
the MHz units and kHz units.

e Push [(F-INP)ENT] to set the input frequency.
• To cancel the input, push [MAIN/SUB] instead of
[(F-INP)ENT].

[EXAMPLES]
14.025 MHz
F-INP

1

ENT

4

•

0

2

5

F-INP

8

•

0

7

2

5

F-INP

ENT

•

7

0

6

F-INP

1

F-INP

4

5

ENT

18.0725 MHz
F-INP

25

1

ENT

706 kHz

F-INP

5.100 MHz

F-INP

ENT

5

•

7.000 MHz

F-INP
F-INP
ENT

7

F-INP

21.280

F-INP
F-INP
ENT

•

2

21.245

ENT

ENT

ENT

ENT
F-INP

ENT

BASIC OPERATION

3

D Quick tuning step
The operating frequency can be changed in kHz
steps (0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 or 25 kHz selectable)
for quick tuning.

q Push [TS] momentarily to turn the quick tuning
function ON.
• “Z” appears when the quick tuning function ON.
Quick tuning indicator

[TS]

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w Rotate the tuning dial to change the frequency in
programmed kHz steps.
e Push [TS] again to turn the quick tuning function
OFF.
Tuning dial

• “Z” disappears.

r Rotate the tuning dial for normal tuning, if desired.

D Selecting “kHz” step
[TS]

q Push [TS] momentarily to turn the quick tuning
step ON.
• “Z” appears when the quick tuning function ON.

w Push [TS] for 1 sec. to enter the tuning step setting display.
• Selected tuning steps for all modes appear.
TS

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF

Mode selection

Tuning dial

SSB

CW

RTTY

AM

1

1

1

1

FM
10
(kHz)

COMP
OFF
WIDE

DEF

e Select the desired operating mode.
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired tuning
step from 0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 or 25 kHz.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to return to the default setting, if desired.

t Repeat steps e and r to select quick tuning
steps for other modes, if desired.
y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the setting display.

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3

BASIC OPERATION

D Selecting 1 Hz step
The minimum tuning step of 1 Hz can be used for fine
tuning.
[TS]

q Push [TS] to turn OFF the quick tuning step.
• “▼” does not appear.

w Push [TS] for 1 sec. to turn the 1 Hz tuning step
ON and OFF.
• RIT and/or ∂TX also functions in 1 Hz tuning step when
used.
1 Hz step indicator
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AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

SCOPE

VOICE

MEMORY

SCAN

D 1⁄4 tuning function (SSB data/CW/RTTY only)
While operating in SSB data/CW/RTTY, the 1⁄4 tuning
function is available for critical tuning. Dial rotation is
reduced to 1⁄4 of normal when the 1⁄4 function is in
use.
➥ Push [1/4] to toggle the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.
1⁄4

tuning function OFF
1/4
OFF

[1/4]

27

1⁄4

tuning function ON
1/4
ON

BASIC OPERATION

3

D Auto tuning step function
When rotating the tuning dial rapidly, the tuning speed
accelerated automatically as selected.

[(F-1)Y]

[EXIT/SET]

[(F-2)Z]

Tuning dial

[(F-5)OTHERS]

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
menu screen.
e Push [(F-5)OTHERS] to enter miscellaneous (others) set mode.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select “MAIN DIAL
r Push [(F-1)Y
Auto TS.”
t Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired condition from high, low and OFF.

3

• High: Approx. 5 times faster
• Low: Approx. twise faster
• OFF: Auto tuning step is turned OFF

y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the set mode.
OTHERS SET

AGC
MID

Memopad Numbers
MAIN DIAL Auto TS
MIC UP/Down Speed
Quick RIT/ ∂TX Clear
SSB/CW Synchronous Tuning
CW Normal Side
External Keypad

BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF

é

è

DEF

OFF
HIGH
HIGH
OFF
OFF
LSB
Auto

WIDE

D Band edge warning beep
When selecting a frequency, that lies outside of a
band’s specified frequency range, a warning beep
sounds.
This function can be turned OFF in set mode, if desired.

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
menu screen.
e Push [(F-5)OTHERS] to enter miscellaneous (others) set mode.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select “Beep (Band
r Push [(F-1)Y
Edge).”
t Rotate the tuning dial to turn the band edge warning beep ON and OFF.
y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the set mode.
AGC
MID

[(F-1)Y]

[EXIT/SET]

[(F-2)Z]

Tuning dial

[(F-5)OTHERS]

BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF

é

OTHERS SET
Beep(Confirmation)
Beep(Band Edge)
RF/SQL Control
Quick Dualwatch
Quick SPLIT
FM SPLIT Offset(HF)
FM SPLIT Offset(50M)

è

DEF

ON
ON
RF+SQL
ON
ON
-0.100MHz
-0.100MHz

WIDE

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3

BASIC OPERATION

■ Operating mode selection
SSB (LSB/USB), SSB data (LSB-D/USB-D), CW, CW
reverse (CW-R), RTTY, RTTY reverse (RTTY-R), AM,
AM data (AM-D), FM and FM data (FM-D) are available in the IC-756PROIII. Select the desired operation
mode as follows.
To select a mode of operation, push the desired mode
switch momentarily. Push the switch again to toggle
between USB and LSB, CW/CW-R and RTTY/RTTYR, AM and FM, if necessary. Push the switch for 1 sec.
to toggle between CW and CW-R, RTTY and RTTY-R,
or to select data mode, if necessary.
See the diagram below left for the order of selection.
Microphone signals are muted when data mode is
selected.

Mode selection

• Selecting SSB mode
➥ Push [SSB] to select USB or LSB.
• USB is selected first when above 10 MHz; or LSB is selected first when below 10 MHz operation.
• After USB or LSB is selected, push [SSB] to toggle between USB and LSB.
• After USB or LSB is selected, push [SSB] for 1 sec. to
select USB-D or LSB-D mode, respectively.

SSB

USB-D

USB

CW-R

CW

AM-D

AM

LSB

LSB-D

RTTY

RTTY-R

FM

FM-D

CW/RTTY

AM/FM

Push mode switch
for 1 sec.

Push mode switch
momentarily.

• Selecting CW/RTTY mode
➥ Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or RTTY.
• After CW or RTTY is selected, push [CW/RTTY] to toggle between CW and RTTY.
• After CW or RTTY is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for
1 sec. to toggle between CW and CW reverse, or, RTTY
and RTTY reverse mode, respectively.

• Selecting AM/FM mode
➥ Push [AM/FM] to select AM or FM.
• After AM or FM is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle between AM and FM.
• After AM or FM is selected, push [AM/FM] for 1 sec. to
select AM-D or FM-D mode, respectively.

■ Volume setting
➥ Rotate [AF] control clockwise to increase; counterclockwise to decrease the audio output level.
• Set a suitable audio level.

[AF]
Audio output
increases
Audio output
decreases

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BASIC OPERATION

3

■ Squelch and receive (RF) sensitivity
Adjusts the RF gain and squelch threshold level. The
squelch removes noise output from the speaker
(closed position) when no signal is received.
• The squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also available for other modes.
• 12 to 1 o’clock position is recommended for any setting of
the [RF/SQL] control.
• The control can be set as ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in SSB,
CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and FM) or squelch
control (RF gain is fixed at maximum) in set mode as follows. (p. 99)

3
[RF/SQL]

• When setting as RF gain/squelch control
Noise squelch (FM mode)

SET MODE

OPERATION

RF+SQL
(default)

Can be used in all modes.
Functions as noise squelch or S-meter
squelch in AM and FM modes; Smeter squelch only in other modes.

SQL

Operates as a squelch control.
• RF gain is fixed at maximum sensitivity.

Operates as an RF gain control in
SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
AUTO

• Squelch is fixed open.

Operates as a squelch control in AM
and FM modes.

Recommended level

Squelch is
open.

Maximum
RF gain
RF gain
adjustable
range

S-meter
squelch

• When functioning as RF gain control
(Squelch is fixed open; SSB, CW, RTTY only)

• RF gain is fixed at maximum sensitivity.

Maximum
RF gain
Adjustable
range

Adjusting RF gain (Receive sensitivity)
Normally, [RF/SQL] is set to the 11 o’clock position.
Rotate [RF/SQL] to the 11 o’clock position for maximum sensitivity.
• Rotating counterclockwise from the maximum position reduces sensitivity.
• The S-meter indicates receive sensitivity.

Adjusting squelch (Removing non-signal noise)
Rotate [RF/SQL] clockwise when receiving no signal,
until the noise just disappears.
• [RX] indicator light goes out.
• Rotating [RF/SQL] past the threshold point invokes the Smeter squelch— this allows you to set a minimum signal
level needed to open the squelch.

Minimum RF gain

• When functioning as squelch control
(RF gain is fixed at maximum.)
Noise squelch
threshold
(FM mode)

Noise squelch (FM mode)

Squelch is
open.

Shallow

S-meter squelch
threshold
S-meter
squelch

Deep

While rotating the RF gain control, noise may be
heard. This comes from the DSP unit and does not
indicate an equipment malfunction.

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3

BASIC OPERATION

■ Meter function
The transceiver has 4 transmit meter functions for your
convenience. Select the desired meter with the
[METER] switch.

In addition, the transceiver can display the multi-function digital meter in the LCD display, which displays all
transmit meters simultaneously.

• Analog transmit meter

• Multi-function digital meter

➥ Push [METER] to select RF power (Po), SWR, ALC
or compression level (COMP).

q Push [METER] for 1 sec. to turn the multi-function
digital meter ON.
w Push [(F-1)P-HOLD] to toggle the peak level hold
function ON or OFF.

[METER]

• “P-HOLD” appears on the window title when the peak
level hold function is turned ON.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

VFO

TX
TX

VFO

Indicates the relative RF output power in %.

SWR

Indicates the SWR over the transmission
line.

ALC

Indicates the ALC level. When the meter
movement shows the input signal level exceeds the allowable level, the ALC limits
the RF power. In such cases, reduce the
[MIC GAIN] control.

COMP

Indicates the compression level when the
speech compressor is in use.

USB

FIL2

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ATT
OFF

Po

USB

14.100.00

1
P.AMP
1

MEASUREMENT

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METER
Po

DISPLAY
INDICATION

qw:pp

0
USB

MULTI-FUNCTION METER

. 1 . . . 3 . . . 5 . . . 7 . . . 9 . ..
..+20
+20...
...+40
+40...
...+
+60dB

S
Po

VOX
OFF

USB

14.100.00

1
P-HOLD

AGC
MID

0∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑
∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑25
25∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑
∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑50 ∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑∑ 100%

ALC
COMP

COMP
OFF
WIDE

0

5

10

15

20

dB

SWR
1

1.5

2

2.5

3

P-HOLD

e Push [METER] for 1 sec. or push [EXIT/SET] to
turn the multi-function digital meter OFF.

■ SWR reading
The SWR meter indicates the SWR over the transmission line in all modes.

SWR meter
Less than 1.5:1

q Push [TUNER] to turn the antenna tuner OFF.
w Push [METER] several times to select the Po
meter.
e Push [CW/RTTY] once or twice to select RTTY
mode.
r Push [TRANSMIT].
t Rotate [RF POWER] clockwise past the 12 o’clock
position for more than 30 W output power (30%).
y Push [METER] once to select the SWR meter as
the transmit meter.
u Read the SWR on the SWR meter.

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1
0

S
Po

5

9

10

25 50

1 1.5
SWR
0
COMP
ALC

+ 20

+ 40

+ 60dB

100

2 3
20
10
dB

The built-in antenna tuner matches the transmitter
to the antenna when the SWR is lower than 3 : 1.

BASIC OPERATION

3

■ Basic transmit operation
Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating frequency to make sure transmitting won’t
cause interference to other stations on the same
frequency. It’s good Amateur practice to listen
first, and then, even if nothing is heard, ask “is
the frequency in use” once or twice, before you
being operating on that frequency.

3

D Transmitting
Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating
frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause interference to other stations on the same frequency.

q Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to transmit.
• The [TX] indicator lights red.

w Push [TRANSMIT] again or release [PTT] (microphone) to return to receive.

[TRANSMIT]

✔ Adjusting the transmit output power
➥ Rotate [RF POWER].
• Adjustable range: 5 W to 100 W
(AM mode: 5 W to 40 W)

[RF POWER]

[TX] indicator

Increases
max. 100 W
(40 W for AM)

Decreases
min. 5 W

D Microphone gain adjustment
Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating
frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause interference to other stations on the same frequency.
[METER]

q Push [METER] to select the ALC meter.
w Push [PTT] (microphone) to transmit.
• Talk into the microphone at your normal voice level.

e While talking into the microphone, rotate [MIC
GAIN] so that the ALC meter reading doesn’t go
outside the ALC zone.
ALC zone
1
0

S
Po

5

9

10

25 50

1 1.5
SWR
0
COMP
ALC

[MIC GAIN]

+ 20

+ 40

+ 60dB

100

2 3
20
10
dB

r Release [PTT] (microphone) to return to receive.
In addition, the transceiver can display the multi-function digital meter in the LCD display, which displays
all transmit meters simultaneously.

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4

RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Operating SSB

q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [SSB] to select LSB or USB.

[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys

• “LSB” or “USB” appears.
• Below 10 MHz LSB is automatically selected; above
10 MHz USB is automatically selected.

e Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired signal.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.

[AF] [MIC GAIN] [SSB]

Tuning dial

r Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to transmit.
• The TX indicator lights red.

y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice
level.
• Adjust the microphone gain with [MIC GAIN] at this step,
if necessary.

u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive
• Preamp (p. 57)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.

• Noise reduction (p. 65)
➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON
and OFF.

• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on
operating frequency band)

• Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
• Noise reduction indicator (in [NR] switch) lights when
the noise reduction is set to ON.

• Attenuator (p. 57)
➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in
6 dB steps.

• Notch filter (p. 64)
➥ Push [NOTCH] switch to turn the auto or manual
notch function ON and OFF.

• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenuator is set to ON.

• Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating frequency for manual notch operation.
• Notch indicator (in [NOTCH] switch) lights when either
the auto or manual notch is set to ON.

• Noise blanker (p. 64)
➥ Push [NB] switch to turn the noise blanker ON
and OFF.
• Noise blanker indicator (in [NB] switch) lights when
the noise blanker is set to ON.

➥ Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker
level set mode, then rotate the tuning dial to adjust the threshold level.
• Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 60)
➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
• Push [PBT CLR] to clear the settings.

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• AGC (auto gain control) (p. 59)
➥ Push [AGC] switch several times to select
AGC FAST, AGC MID or AGC SLOW.
➥ Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter the AGC set
mode.
• Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the time constant.

RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

4

D Convenient functions for transmit
• Speech compressor (p. 68)
➥ Push [COMP] to turn the speech compressor ON
and OFF.

• VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 66)
➥ Push [VOX] to turn the VOX function ON and
OFF.

• Pushing [COMP] for 1 sec. to select the compression
bandwidth from wide, middle and narrow.

• “VOX ON” appears when the VOX function is set to
ON.

• Transmit quality monitor (p. 70)
➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON
and OFF.

• Audio tone control (p. 95)
➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select an item with [(FY]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial to adjust
1)Y
the audio tone.

• Monitor indicator (in [MONITOR] switch) lights when
the monitor function is set to ON.

➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select the monitor level item
Y]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial
with [(F-1)Y
to adjust the monitor gain.

4

D About 5 MHz band operation (USA version only)

IC-756PROIII Tuning
Frequency*

FCC Channel
Center Frequency*

5.33050 MHz
5.34650 MHz
5.36650 MHz
5.37150 MHz
5.40350 MHz

5.33200 MHz
5.34800 MHz
5.36800 MHz
5.37300 MHz
5.40500 MHz

To assist you in operating the 5 MHz band correctly
within the rules specified by the FCC, transmission
is impossible on any 5 MHz band frequency other
than the 5 frequencies indicated in the table above.

Operation on the 5 MHz band is allowed on 5 discrete
frequencies and must adhere to the following:
• USB mode
• Maximum of 50 watts ERP (Effective Radiated Power)
• 2.8 kHz bandwidth
It is the operator’s responsibility to set all controls so
that the transmission in this band meets the stringent
conditions under which we may use these frequencies.
NOTE: We recommend that you store these frequencies, mode and filter settings into the memory
channel for easy recall.
*The channel center frequencies that are specified
by the FCC, show the center frequency of their
passband. However, the IC-756PROIII displays
carrier point frequency, so set 1.5 kHz below from
FCC channel center frequency.

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4

RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Operating CW

q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW.

[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys

• After CW mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec.
to toggle between CW and CW-R modes.
• “CW” or “CW-R” appears.

e Rotate the tuning dial to simultaneously tune a desired signal and its side tone.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.

[AF] [KEY SPEED] [CW/RTTY]

Tuning dial

r Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
t Push [TRANSMIT] to transmit.
• The TX indicator lights red.

y Use the electric keyer or paddle to key your CW signals.
• The power meter indicates transmittted CW output
power.

u Adjust CW speed with [KEY SPEED].
• Adjustable within 6-60 WPM.

i Push [TRANSMIT] to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive
• Preamp (p. 57)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.

• Noise reduction (p. 65)
➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON
and OFF.

• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on
operating frequency band)

• Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
• Noise reduction indicator (in [NR] switch) lights when
the noise reduction is set to ON.

• Attenuator (p. 57)
➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in
6 dB steps.

• Notch filter (p. 64)
➥ Push [NOTCH] switch to turn the manual notch
function ON and OFF.

• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenuator is set to ON.

• Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating frequency for manual notch operation.
• Notch indicator (in [NOTCH] switch) lights when the
manual notch is set to ON.

• Noise blanker (p. 64)
➥ Push [NB] switch to turn the noise blanker ON
and OFF.
• Noise blanker indicator (in [NB] switch) lights when
the noise blanker is set to ON.

➥ Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker
level set mode, then rotate the tuning dial to adjust the threshold level.
• Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 60)
➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
• Push [PBT CLR] to clear the settings.

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• AGC (auto gain control) (p. 59)
➥ Push [AGC] switch several times to select
AGC FAST, AGC MID or AGC SLOW.
➥ Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter the AGC set
mode.
• Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the time constant.

• 1⁄4 function (p. 27)
➥ Push [1/4] to turn the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.

RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

4

D Convenient functions for transmit
• Break-in function (p. 67)
➥ Push [BK-IN] several times to select the break-in
OFF, semi break-in and full break-in.
• “BK-IN SEMI” or “BK-IN FULL” appears when the
semi break-in or full break-in function is set to ON, respectively.

4
D About CW reverse mode
CW-R (CW Reverse) mode receives CW signals with
a reverse side CW carrier point like that of LSB and
USB modes.
Use when interfering signals are near a desired signal
and you want to change the interference tone.
q Push [CW/RTTY] once or twice to select CW
mode.
w Push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec. to select CW or CW-R
mode.

[CW/RTTY]

• Check the interfering tone.
Push
CW/RTTY

for 1 sec.
BFO

BFO

Interference Desired signal

Interference Desired signal

CW mode (LSB side)

CW-R mode (USB side)

D CW side tone function
Tuning dial

When the transceiver is in the receive condition (and
the break-in function is OFF— p. 67) you can listen to
the tone of your CW signal without actually transmitting.
This allows you to match your transmit signal exactly
to another station’s. This also convenient for CW
practice.

[(F-1)Y] [(F-2)Z] [EXIT/SET]

➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select an item with [(FY]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial to adjust
1)Y
the side tone level.

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4

RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D About CW pitch control
The received CW audio pitch and monitored CW
audio can be adjusted to suit your preference (300 to
900 Hz in 25 Hz steps) without changing the operating frequency.
➥ Rotate [CW PITCH] to suit your preference.
• Adjustable within 300 to 900 Hz in 25 Hz steps.
[CW PITCH]

The filter set mode screen graphically displays the
CW pitch operations. (See at left.)

Higher
Frequency
Lower
frequency

FILTER

AGC
MID

CW
BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF
BW

37

450

700

950
PBT1
PBT2
DEF

FIL 1
FI

1.2k

FIL 2
FI

500

FIL 3
FI

250

RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

4

■ Electronic CW keyer
The IC-756PROIII has a number of convenient functions for the electronic keyer that can be accessed
from the memory keyer menu.

[(F-1)]–[(F-4)]

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
e Push [(F-3)KEYER] then [EXIT/SET] to select
memory keyer menu screen.
r Push one of the multi-function keys ([F-1] to [F-4])
to select the desired menu. See the diagram
below.

[CW/RTTY] [EXIT/SET]

4

• Push [EXIT/SET] to return to the previous indication.

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1

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AGC
MID
BK-IN
OFF

¡Memory keyer edit screen
ABC

1/4
OFF

SCOPE

F-1

VOICE

KEYER

F-2

F-3

MEMORY

SCAN

M2

ABC

F-4

¡Memory keyer send screen

M2

M1..M4

¡Contest number set mode

CFM TU

AGC
MID

QRZ?

M4

M4

M3

M2

-1

BK-IN
OFF

F-1

KEYER 001
Number Style
Coun t Up Trigger
Present Number

Normal
M2
001

1/4
OFF

é

¡Memory keyer menu screen

1/4
OFF

SPACE

F-2

EXIT/SET

BK-IN
OFF

DEL

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M1

M1

AGC
MID

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MEMORY
M
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KEYER

M3
1/4
OFF

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M4

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BK-IN
OFF

CFM TU

M3

F-5
123

AGC
MID

MEMORY
M
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DEF

F-3

MEMORY KEYER
MEMORY
M
E M O R Y KEYER
K E Y E R MENU
MENU
SEND
SEND

Max.55
M a x . 5 5 Characters
C h a r a c t e r s ◊ 4ch
4ch

EDIT
EDIT

Memory
M e m o r y Editor
Editor

001
001

001
0 0 1 Style
S t y l e Contest
C o n t e s t Number
Number

¡Keyer set mode screen

CW
C W KEY
K E Y Memo-key,Elec-key,CW
M e m o - k e y , E l e c - k e y , C W Wave
W a v e Form
F o r m Set
Set

SEND

EDIT

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F-1

F-2

F-3

CW KEY

F-4

AGC
MID
BK-IN
OFF

F-5

1/4
OFF

é

KEYER
K
E Y E R CW-KEY
CW-KEY
K e y e r Repeat
Keyer
R e p e a t Time
Time
Dot/Dash
D
o t / D a s h Ratio
Ratio
Rise
R
i s e Time
Time
Paddle
P
a d d l e Polarity
Polarity
Keyer
K
e y e r Type
Type
MIC
M
I C Up/Down
U p / D o w n Keyer
Keyer

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2s
2
s
1:1:3.0
1:1:3.0
4ms
4ms
Normal
Normal
E L E C - K EY
ELEC-KEY
OFF
OFF

DEF

F-4

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D Memory keyer send screen
Pre-set characters can be sent using the keyer send
menu. Contents of the memory keyer are set using
the edit menu.
[TRANSMIT]

[(F-1)M1]–[(F-4)M4]

[CW/RTTY]

AGC
MID
BK-IN
OFF

MEMORY KEYER
MEMORY

M2

CFM

M3

1/4
OFF

ICOM

ICOM

TU

QRZ?

M4

M1

DE

M2

M3

M4

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
e Push [(F-3)KEYER] to select the memory keyer
screen.
r Push [TRANSMIT] to set the transceiver to transmit, or set the break-in function ON (p.67).
t Push [(F-1)M1] – [(F-4)M4] momentarily to transmit the contents one time; push these keys for 1
sec. to transmit the contents repeatedly.
• “M1”–“M4” are highlighted while transmitting.
• “ ” appears while transmitting repeatedly.
• Set the repeat interval of the memory keyer to 1–60 sec.
(1 sec. steps). See p. 42 for keyer set mode.
• To count down the contact number, push [(F-5)–1].

[EXIT/SET]

CQ TEST CQ TEST
TEST
UR 5NN001 BK

M1

• Transmitting

-1

For your information
When an external keypad is connected to the pin 3
and pin 7 of the [MIC] connecter, the programmed
contents, M1–M4, can be transmitted without opening the memory keyer screen.
See page 104 for details.
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the memory keyer
screen.

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4

D Editing a memory keyer
The contents of the momory keyer memories can be
set using the memory keyer edit menu. The memory
keyer can memorize and re-transmit 4 CW key codes
for often-used CW sentences, contest number, etc.
Total capacity of the memory keyer is 70 characters
per memory channel.
[123]/[etc] [ABC] [(F-3)DEL] [(F-4)SPACE]

• Programming contents
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
e Push [(F-3)KEYER] then [EXIT/SET] to select
keyer set mode.
r Push [(F-2)EDIT] to enter the keyer edit screen.
t Push [(F-5)M1..M4] several times to select the desired keyer memory channel.
y Select the desired character group by pushing the
character group keys ([ABC], [123] or [etc]) several times.

4

• [etc] appears when [123] is pushed when “123” character group is selected.
• Selectabel characters (with the tuning dial);

Key selection
[(F-1)Ω]

[(F-2)≈] [EXIT/SET] [(F-5)M1..M4]

Selected
character
Character
group
keys

ABC

CQ TEST CQ TEST
TEST
UR 5NN001 BK

M2

CFM

M3

123

DE

ICOM

A to Z (capital leters)

123

0 to 9 (numbers)

etc

/ ? ^. ,@✽

ICOM

TU

QRZ?

M4

ç

ABC

K E Y E R EDIT
EDIT

M1

ABC

Editable characters

DEL

å

SPACE

M1..M4

Memory ch
select

• Pre-programmed contents
CH

Contents

M1

CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM TEST

M2

UR 5NN✽ BK

M3

CFM TU

M4

QRZ?

NOTE:
“^” is used to transmit a following word with no
space such as AR. Put “^” before a text string
such as ^AR, and the string “ AR ” is sent with
no space.
“✱” is used to insert the CW contest number.
The contest number automatically increments
by 1. This function is only available for one
memory keyer channel at a time. Memory
keyer channel M2 used “✱” by default.
u Select the desired character by rotating the tuning
dial or by pushing the band key for number input.
Ω] or [(F-2)≈
≈] for cursor movement.
• Push [(F-1)Ω
• Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
• Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.
• “*” is for contact numbers and can be input for the
count up trigger channel (“ ” appears).

i Repeat step u until the desired contents are input.
o Push [(F-5)M1..M4] to select the next memory
channel and repeat step u for character input, if
desired.
!0 Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the keyer set mode.

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D Contest number set mode
This menu is used to set the contest (serial) number
and count up trigger, etc.
[(F-3)DEF]

[(F-1)∫]

AGC
MID
BK-IN
OFF

[(F-2)√] [EXIT/SET]

KEYER 001
N u m b e r Style
Style
C o u n t UP
U P Trigger
Trigger
P r e s e n t Number
Number

Normal
N
ormal
M2
001

• Setting the contact (serial) number
Contact number can be automatically transmitted
from one of the memory keyer channels. The Morse
cut numbers can be used as the contact numbers.
The maximum number for contact numbers is 9999.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
e Push [(F-3)KEYER] then [EXIT/SET] to select
keyer set mode.
r Push [(F-3)001] to select contest number set
mode.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired set
t Push [(F-1)Y
item.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default condition or value.

y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the keyer set mode.

1/4
OFF

é

è

DEF

Number Style (Number style)
This item sets the numbering system used for contest
(serial) numbers— normal or morse cut numbers.

Normal
190➜ANO
190➜ ANT
90➜ NT
90➜ NT

: Does not use morse cut number
(default)
: Sets 1 as A, 9 as N and 0 as O.
: Sets 1 as A, 9 as N and 0 as T.
: Sets 9 as N and 0 as O.
: Sets 9 as N and 0 as T.

Count Up Trigger (Count up trigger)
This selects which of the three memory slots will have
the contest serial number exchange. The count up
trigger allows the serial number automatically incremented after each complete serial number exchange
is sent.

• M1, M2, M3 and M4 can be set. (default: M2)

Present Number (Present number)
This item shows the current number for the count up
trigger channel set above.

41

• Rotate the tuning dial to change the number, or push
[(F-3)001CLR] for 1sec. to reset the current number
to 001.

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4

D Keyer set mode
This set mode is used to set the CW side tone, memory keyer repeat time, dash weight, paddle specifications, keyer type, etc.
[(F-3)DEF]

• Setting the electronic keyer
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.
e Push [(F-3)KEYER] then [EXIT/SET] to select
keyer set mode.
r Push [(F-4)CW KEY] to select memory keyer set
mode.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired set
t Push [(F-1)Y
item.
y Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.

4

• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default condition
or value.
[(F-1)∫]

AGC
MID
BK-IN
OFF

1/4
OFF

[(F-2)√] [EXIT/SET]

u Push [EXIT/SET] twice to normal screen.

K E Y E R CW-KEY
CW-KEY
K e y e r Repeat
R e p e a t Time
Time
D o t / Dash
D a s h Ratio
Ratio
R i s e Time
Time
P a d d le
l e Polarity
Polarity
K e y e r Type
Type
M I C Up/Down
U p / D o w n Keyer
Keyer

é

è

2s
2s
1:1:3.0
1
:1:3.0
4ms
4ms
Normal
Normal
ELEC-KEY
ELEC-KEY
OFF
OFF

DEF

Keyer Repeat Time
(Keyer repeat time)
When sending CW using the repeat timer, this item
sets the time between transmission.

• 1 to 60 sec. in 1 sec. steps can be selected.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: 2 sec.)

Dot/Dash Ratio (Dot/Dash ratio)
This item sets the dot/dash ratio.
Keying weight example: Morse code “K”
DOT (Fixed*)

Weight setting:
1:1:3 (default)

DASH

• 1 : 1 : 2.8 to 1 : 1 : 4.5 can be set.
• Check the ratio with side tone in CW mode.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default ratio
of 1 : 1 : 3.0.

DASH

Weight setting:
Adjusted
Adjustable range

SPACE (Fixed*)

*SPACE and DOT length can be adjusted with
[KEY SPEED] only.

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D Keyer set mode (continued)
Rise Time (Rise time)
This item sets the envelop time period which the output power becomes the set transmit power.

• 2, 4, 6, or 8 msec. can be selected.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: 4 sec.)

• About rise time
Key action

Tx
Rx
Set Tx power level

Tx output power
0
Rise time

Time

Paddle Polarity (Paddle polarity)
This item sets the paddle polarity.

• Normal and reverse pooarity can be selected.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: Normal)

Keyer Type (Keyer type)
This item selects the keyer type for [ELEC-KEY] connector on the front panel.

MIC Up/Down Keyer
(Microphone’s [UP]/[DN] switches keyer)
This item allows you to set the microphone [UP]/[DN]
switches to be used as a paddle.

• ELEC-KEY, BUG-KEY and Straight key can be selected.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: ELEC-KEY)

• ON : [UP]/[DN] switches can be used for CW.
• OFF: [UP]/[DN] switches cannot be used for CW.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default setting.
(default: OFF)
NOTE: When “ON” is selected, the frequency and
memory channel cnanot be changed using the
[UP]/[DN] switches.

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■ Operating RTTY (FSK)
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys

4

When using your RTTY terminal or TNC, consult the
manual that comes with the RTTY terminal or TNC.
q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY.
• After RTTY mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for 1
sec. to toggle between RTTY and RTTY-R modes.
• “RTTY” or “RTTY-R” appears.

e Push [(F-3)DECODE] to display the decoder
screen.

4

• The IC-756PROIII has a Baudot decoder.
[AF]

[CW/RTTY]

Tuning dial

r Rotate the tuning dial to simultaneously tune a desired signal.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.

t Push [TRANSMIT] to transmit.
• The TX indicator lights red.

y Type from the connected PC’s keyboard to enter
the contents that you want to transmit.
• The text color will be changed when transmitted.
• Press one of [F-1] to [F-4] to transmit the TX memory
contents.

u Push [TRANSMIT] to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive
• Preamp (p. 57)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.
• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on
operating frequency band)

• Attenuator (p. 57)
➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in
6 dB steps.
• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenuator is set to ON.

• Noise blanker (p. 64)
➥ Push [NB] switch to turn the noise blanker ON
and OFF.
• Noise blanker indicator (in [NB] switch) lights when
the noise blanker is set to ON.

➥ Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker
level set mode, then rotate the tuning dial to adjust the threshold level.

• Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 60)
➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
• Push [PBT CLR] to clear the settings.

• Noise reduction (p. 65)
➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON
and OFF.
• Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
• Noise reduction indicator (in [NR] switch) lights when
the noise reduction is set to ON.

• AGC (auto gain control) (p. 59)
➥ Push [AGC] switch several times to select
AGC FAST, AGC MID or AGC SLOW.
➥ Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter the AGC set
mode.
• Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the time constant.

• 1⁄4 function (p. 27)
➥ Push [1/4] to turn the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.

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D About RTTY reverse mode
Received characters are occasionally garbled when
the receive signal is reversed between MARK and
SPACE. This reversal can be caused by incorrect
TNC connections, settings, commands, etc.
To receive a reversed RTTY signal correctly, select
RTTY-R (RTTY Reverse) mode.
Normal
170 Hz

• Check the receive signal.

Reverse

2125 Hz

Space Mark

q Push [CW/RTTY] once or twice to select RTTY
mode.
w Push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec. to select RTTY or
RTTY-R mode.

2125 Hz

BFO

BFO

170 Hz

Space

Mark

D RTTY filter/Twin peak filter
The transceiver has 5 RTTY filters in addition to normal IF filters. The passband width can be selected
from 1 kHz, 500 Hz, 350 Hz, 300 Hz and 250 Hz.
When the RTTY filter is turned ON, the RTTY tuning
meter can be used. (p. 47)
Moreover, the twin peak filter changes the receive frequency response by boosting 2 particular frequencies
(2125 and 2295 Hz) for better copying of desired RTTY
signals.

q Push [CW/RTTY] once or twice to select RTTY
mode.
w Push [RTTY FIL] to turn the RTTY filter ON.
• “TPF” appears when the twin peak filter is turned ON.

• RTTY filter selection
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Select RTTY mode.
e Push [RTTY FIL] for 1 sec. to enter RTTY filter set
mode.
Y] to select band width item.
r Push [(F-1)Y
t Rotate the tuning dial to select the RTTY filter
width from 1 kHz, 500 Hz, 350 Hz, 300 Hz and
250 Hz.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default value.

Z] to select twin peak filter item.
y Push [(F-2)Z
• The received audio volume may become greater when
the twin peak filter is turned ON.

u Rotate the tuning dial to turn the twin peak filter
function ON or OFF.
i Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the RTTY filter set mode.

[RTTY FIL] [CW/RTTY] [EXIT/SET]

TPF indicator
ANT
1
METER
Po

BW 350

T X VFO

0

RTTY

TPF

qw:pp

FIL2

qr.qpp.pp
1

45

SFT

21.076.50

CW

12:00

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D Functions for the RTTY decoder indication
The transceiver has an RTTY decoder for Baudot
(mark freq.: 2125 Hz, shift freq.: 170 Hz, 45 bps).
An external terminal unit (TU) or terminal node controller (TNC) is not necessary for receiving a Baudot
signal.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
e Push [(F-3)DECODE] to turn the RTTY decoder
ON.

r If the RTTY filter is turned OFF, push [RTTY FIL]
to turn the function ON.
• The RTTY decoder does not function when the RTTY
filter is turned OFF.

t Push [(F-2)HOLD/CLR] momentarily to freeze the
current screen.
• “HOLD” appears while the function is in use.

y Push [(F-5)WIDE] to toggle the normal or wide
screen space.
ANT
1

TX

• RTTY decoder screen appears.

METER
Po

RTTY DECODE

P.AMP
1

AGC
MID
RTTY
FIL
ON

THRESHOLD



HLD/CLR

TX MEM

SFT

qw:pp

0

V F O qr≥qot≥pp
VFO

14.100.00

RTTY

FIL2
FIL

RTTY

FIL2
FIL

12:00

RTTY DECODE

**** RTTY Decode Monitor ****
45bps BAUDOT
Mark=2125, Shift=170
UnShift On Space support (SET-OTHERS)
New Line Code selectable (SET-OTHERS)
If RTTY-FIL is OFF, Please turn ON.
--------------------------------------------

1/4
OFF

BW 350

4

ADJ

ATT
OFF

AGC
MID

**** RTTY Decode Monitor ****
45bps BAUDOT
Mark=2125, Shift=170
UnShift On Space support (SET-OTHERS)
New Line Code selectable (SET-OTHERS)
If RTTY-FIL is OFF, Please turn ON.
-------------------------------------------CQ CQ CQ THIS IS JA3YUA JA3YUA OSAKA JAPAN
CQ CQ CQ THIS IS JA3YUA JA3YUA OSAKA JAPAN
CQ CQ CQ THIS IS JA3YUA JA3YUA OSAKA JAPAN

9

WIDE

RTTY
FIL
ON

1/4
OFF


THRESHOLD

HLD/CLR

TX MEM

ADJ

9

WIDE

u Push [(F-2)HOLD/CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the displayed characters.
i Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the RTTY decoder
screen.

D Setting the decoder threshold level
Adjust the RTTY decoder threshold level if some
characters are displayed when no signal is received.
AGC
MID
RTTY
FIL
ON

1/4
OFF

RTTY DECODE

**** RTTY Decode Monitor ****
45bps BAUDOT
Mark=2125, Shift=170
UnShift On Space support (SET-OTHERS)
New Line Code selectable (SET-OTHERS)
If RTTY-FIL is OFF, Please turn ON.
-------------------------------------------ADJ

DEF

THRESHOLD

ADJ

9

WIDE

q Call up the RTTY decoder screen as described
above.
w Push [(F-4)ADJ] to select the threshold level setting condition.
e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the RTTY decoder
threshold level.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default condition.

r Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the RTTY decoder
screen.
The UnShift On Space (USOS) function and new
line code can be set in the RTTY set mode. (p. 49)

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D RTTY memory transmission
Pre-set characters can be sent using the RTTY memory. Contents of the memory are set using the edit
menu.

[(F-1)RT1]–[(F-4)RT4]
[(F-1)RT5]–[(F-4)RT8]
ANT
1

BW 350

RT1

12:00

FIL2

CW

21. 085. 00

VFO

USB

FIL2

qr.qpp.pp

ATT
0FF

1/4
OFF

qw:pp

0
RTTY
RTTY

1

P.AMP
1

RTTY
FIL
ON

• The selected memory contents will be transmitted immediately.

qr.qpp.pp

METER
Po

AGC
MID

SFT

T X VFO
TX

[EXIT/SET] [(F-5)1-4/5-8]

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
e Push [(F-3)DECODE] to turn the RTTY decoder
ON.
r Push [(F-3)TX MEM] to select RTTY memory
screen.
t Push [(F-5)1-4/5-8] to select memory bank then
push one of the function keys [(F-1)RT1] to [(F-4)
RT4] or [(F-1)RT5] to [(F-4)RT8].

1

RT1
RT2
RT3
RT4

CW

21. 085. 00

DE

RTTY MEMORY
I C O M ICOM
ICOM
ICOM K

DE

ICOM
ICOM

ICOM
ICOM

ICOM K
ICOM

Q SL
SL

UR
UR

599-599
599-599

Q SL
SL

DE
DE

ICOM
ICOM

RT2

RT3

BK
BK

ICOM
ICOM

UR
UR

RT4

599-599
599-599

BK
BK

1-4/5-8

D RTTY tuning meter
The transceiver has an RTTY tuning indicator to be
tuned correctly and easily.
The RTTY tuning meter is automatically displayed
when the RTTY filter is turned ON.
q Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
w Push [RTTY FIL] to activate the RTTY filter and
RTTY tuning meter.

47

RTTY tuning meter
ANT
1

BW 350

TX
TX
METER
Po

ATT
OFF

RTTY

12:00

FIL2

qr.qot.pp
14.100.00

1
P.AMP
1

qw:pp

0

SFT

VFO

VFO

USB

USB

FIL2

qr.wpt.pp
1

14.100.00

USB

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4

D Editing RTTY memory
The contents of the RTTY memories can be set using
the memory edit menu. The memory can memorize
and re-transmit 8 RTTY contents for often-used RTTY
sentences. Total capacity of the memory is 70 characters per memory channel.
[(F-3)DEL] [(F-4)SPACE]

[123]/[etc] [ABC]

• Programming contents
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
e Push [(F-3)DECODE] then [(F-1)MENU1] to select
the RTTY decode menu 2.
r Push [(F-2)EDIT] to enter the RTTY memory edit
screen.
t Push [(F-5)RT1..8] several times to select the desired memory channel.
y Select the desired character group by pushing the
character group keys ([ABC], [123] or [etc]) several times.

4

• [etc] appears when [123] is pushed when “123” character group is selected.
• Selectabel characters (with the tuning dial);
[(F-1)Ω]

[(F-2)≈] [EXIT/SET] [(F-5)RT1..8]

Selected
character
Character
group
keys

ABC

RT1
RT1
RT2
RT2

ABC

RT3
RT3
123

RT4
RT4

ç

DE
DE

R T T Y MEMORY
RTTY
M E M O R Y EDIT
EDIT
ICOM
I
C O M ICOM
ICOM K

DE
DE

ICOM
ICOM

ICOM
ICOM

UR
UR

599-599
599-599

QSL
QSL

DE
DE

ICOM
ICOM

UR
UR

599-599
599-599

SPACE

BK
BK

123

0 to 9 (numbers)

etc

! $ & ? " ' – / . , : ; ( ) ↵

RT1..8

Memory ch
select

• Pre-programmed contents
CH

A to Z (capital leters)

BK
BK

ICOM
ICOM

DEL

Editable characters

ABC

ICOM K
ICOM

QSL
QSL

å

Key selection

Contents

RT1 ↵DE ICOM ICOM K↵
RT2 ↵DE ICOM ICOM ICOM K↵
RT3 ↵QSL UR 599–599 BK↵
RT4 ↵QSL DE ICOM ICOM UR 599–599 BK↵

u Select the desired character by rotating the tuning
dial or by pushing the band key for number input.
Ω] or [(F-2)≈
≈] for cursor movement.
• Push [(F-1)Ω
• Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
• Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.

i Repeat step u until the desired contents are input.
o Push [(F-5)RT1..8] to select the next memory
channel and repeat step u for character input, if
desired.
!0 Push [EXIT/SET] to set the contents and exit
RTTY memory edit screen.

RT5 ↵73 GL SK↵
RT6 ↵CQ CQ CQ DE ICOM ICOM ICOM K↵
RT7 (blank)
RT8 (blank)

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D RTTY decoder set mode
This set mode is used to set the decode USOS function, etc.
[(F-3)DEF]

• Setting the contents
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times, if necessary.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
e Push [(F-3)DECODE] then [(F-1)MENU1] to select
RTTY decode menu 2.
r Push [(F-4)SET] to select RTTY decode set mode.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired set
t Push [(F-1)Y
item.
y Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default condition
or value.

[(F-1)∫]

AGC
MID
RTTY
FIL
ON

[(F-2)√] [EXIT/SET]

u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit from set mode.

R T T Y D E C O D E SET
RTTY
SET
R T T Y D e c o de
d e USOS
USOS
R T T Y D e c o de
d e New
N e w Line
L i n e Code
Code
R T T Y T X U SOS
SOS

ON
O
N
CR,LF,CR+LF
CR,LF,CR+LF
ON
ON

1/4
OFF
é

è

DEF

RTTY Decode USOS
This item selects the USOS (UnShift On Space) function of the internal RTTY decoder.

ON

OFF

Decode as letter code
(default)

Decode as character code

RTTY Decode New Line Code
This item selects the new line code of the internal
RTTY decoder.
CR : Carriage Return
LF : Line Feed

CR,LF,CR+LF

CR+LF

CR, LF and CR+LF
(default)

CR+LF only

RTTY TX USOS
This item selects the FIGS insertion even changing
from LTRS to FIGS does not necessary when sending a numeral or symbol character after a space.

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ON

OFF

Inserts FIGS
(default)

Not insert FIGS

RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Operating AM

4

q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [AM/FM] to select AM.

[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys

• “AM” indicator appears.
• After AM mode is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle between AM and FM modes.

e Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired frequency.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.

[AF] [MIC GAIN]

[AM/FM]

Tuning dial

r Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to transmit.

4

• The TX indicator lights red.

y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice
level.
• Adjust the microphone gain with [MIC GAIN] at this step,
if necessary.

u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive
• Preamp (p. 57)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.

• Noise blanker (p. 64)
➥ Push [NB] switch to turn the noise blanker ON
and OFF.

• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on
operating frequency band)

• Noise blanker indicator (in [NB] switch) lights when
the noise blanker is set to ON.

• Attenuator (p. 57)
➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in
6 dB steps.
• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenuator is set to ON.

• Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 62)
➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
• Push [PBT CLR] to clear the settings.

• Noise reduction (p. 65)
➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON
and OFF.
• Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
• Noise reduction indicator (in [NR] switch) lights when
the noise reduction is set to ON.

➥ Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker
level set mode, then rotate the tuning dial to adjust the threshold level.
• Notch filter (p. 64)
➥ Push [NOTCH] switch to turn the auto or manual
notch function ON and OFF.
• Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating frequency for manual notch operation.
• Notch indicator (in [NOTCH] switch) lights when either
the auto or manual notch is set to ON.

• AGC (auto gain control) (p. 59)
➥ Push [AGC] switch several times to select
AGC FAST, AGC MID or AGC SLOW.
➥ Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter the AGC set mode.
• Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the time constant.

D Convenient functions for transmit
• Transmit quality monitor (p. 70)
➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON
and OFF.

• VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 66)
➥ Push [VOX] to turn the VOX function ON and
OFF.

• Monitor indicator (in [MONITOR] switch) lights when
the monitor function is set to ON.

• “VOX ON” appears when the VOX function is set to
ON.

➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select the monitor level item
Y]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial
with [(F-1)Y
to adjust the monitor gain.

• Audio tone control (p. 95)
➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select an item with [(FY]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial to adjust
1)Y
the audio tone.
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■ Operating FM

q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [AM/FM] to select FM.

[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys

• “FM” indicator appears.
• After FM mode is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle between FM and AM modes.

e Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired frequency.
• The S-meter indicates received signal strength when
signal is received.
• 10 kHz tuning step is preset for FM mode.

[AF] [MIC GAIN]

[AM/FM]

Tuning dial

r Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to transmit.
• The TX indicator lights red.

y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice
level.
• Adjust the microphone gain with [MIC GAIN] at this step,
if necessary.

u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive
• Preamp (p. 57)
➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.

• Notch filter (p. 64)
➥ Push [NOTCH] switch to turn the auto notch function ON and OFF.

• “P.AMP1” or “P.AMP2” appears when the preamp 1 or
preamp 2 is set to ON, respectively. (depending on
operating frequency band)

• Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating frequency for manual notch operation.
• Notch indicator (in [NOTCH] switch) lights when the
auto notch is set to ON.

• Attenuator (p. 57)
➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator in
6 dB steps.
• “ATT” and attenuation level appear when the attenuator is set to ON.

D Convenient functions for transmit
• Transmit quality monitor (p. 70)
➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON
and OFF.

• VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 66)
➥ Push [VOX] to turn the VOX function ON and
OFF.

• Monitor indicator (in [MONITOR] switch) lights when
the monitor function is set to ON.

• “VOX ON” appears when the VOX function is set to
ON.

➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select the monitor level item
Y]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial
with [(F-1)Y
to adjust the monitor gain.

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• Audio tone control (p. 95)
➥ Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode. Select an item with [(FY]/[(F-2)Z
Z] then rotate the tuning dial to adjust
1)Y
the audio tone.

RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

4

■ Repeater operation
A repeater amplifies received signals and retransmits
them at a different frequency. When using a repeater,
the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by an offset frequency. A repeater can be accessed using split frequency operation with the shift
frequency set to the repeater’s offset frequency.
For accessing a repeater which requires a repeater
tone, set the repeater tone frequency in set mode
as described below.
[VFO/MEMO] [SPLIT]

Band keys

q Set the offset frequencies (HF, 50 MHz) and turn
ON the quick split function in set mode (others) in
advance. (p. 69)
w Push [VFO/MEMO] to select VFO mode.
e Push the desired band key.
r Push [AM/FM] several times to select FM mode.
t Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
y Push [SPLIT] for 1 sec. to start repeater operation.

4

• Repeater tone is turned ON automatically.
• Shifted transmit frequency and “TX” appear in the sub
readout.
• The transmit frequency can be monitored while pushing
[XFC] or using dualwatch.

u Push and hold [PTT] to transmit; release [PTT] to
receive.
i To return to simplex, push [SPLIT] momentarily to
clear the sub display.

[AM/FM]
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Tone encoder is automatically turned ON.

D Setting the repeater tone
Some repeaters require subaudible tones to be accessed. Subaudible tones are superimposed over
your normal signal and must be set in advance. The
transceiver has 50 tones from 67.0 Hz to 254.1 Hz.
Each memory channel can store an independent setting.

q Select FM mode.
w Push [TONE] for 1 sec. to enter tone set mode.
Y] to select “REPEATER TONE” item.
e Push [(F-1)Y
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired repeater tone frequency.
TONE FREQUENCY

AGC
FAST
VOX
OFF

REPEATER TONE

88.5Hz

T-SQL TONE

88.5Hz

TONE
OFF
é

è

T-SCAN

DEF

t Push [EXIT/SET] to exit tone set mode.
(Unit: Hz)

Available repeater tones
[TONE] [(F-1)Y] [AM/FM] [EXIT/SET] Tuning dial

CONVENIENT
Store repeater tone frequencies and ON/OFF settings
in memory channels for easy recall.

67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5

085.4
088.5
091.5
094.8
097.4
100.0
103.5

107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8

136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
159.8
162.2

165.5
167.9
171.3
173.8
177.3
179.9
183.5

186.2
189.9
192.8
196.6
199.5
203.5
206.5

210.7 254.1
218.1
225.7
229.1
233.6
241.8
250.3
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RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Tone squelch operation
The tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal
containing a matching subaudible tone. You can
silently wait for calls from group members using the
same tone.

q Set the desired frequency band and select FM
mode.
w Push [TONE] several times until “TSQL” appears.
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VFO

TX
TX

[VFO/MEMO] [SPLIT]

Band keys

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e Push [TONE] for 1 sec. to enter tone set mode.
TONE FREQUENCY

AGC
FAST

[AM/FM]

Tuning dial

[XFC]

VOX
OFF

REPEATER TONE

88.5Hz

T-SQL TONE

88.5Hz

TONE
OFF
é

(Unit: Hz)

Available tone squelch tones
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5

085.4
088.5
091.5
094.8
097.4
100.0
103.5

107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8

136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
159.8
162.2

165.5
167.9
171.3
173.8
177.3
179.9
183.5

186.2
189.9
192.8
196.6
199.5
203.5
206.5

210.7 254.1
218.1
225.7
229.1
233.6
241.8
250.3

è

DEF

T-SCAN

Z] to select the “T-SQL TONE” item.
r Push [(F-2)Z
t Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired tone
squelch frequency.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default setting.

y Push [EXIT/SET] to return to the previous indication.
u When the received signal includes a matching tone,
squelch opens and the signal can be heard.
• When the received signal’s tone does not match, tone
squelch does not open, however, the S-indicator shows
signal strength.
• To open the squelch manually, push [XFC].

i Operate the transceiver in the normal way.
o To cancel the tone squelch, push [TONE] to clear
“TSQL.”
CONVENIENT
Store tone squelch frequencies and ON/OFF settings
in memory channels for easy recall.

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RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

4

■ Data mode (SSTV/PSK31) operation
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys

When operating SSTV or PSK31 with your PC software, consult the manual that comes with the software.
q Connect a PC to the transceiver. (p. 19)
w Push a band key to select the desired band.
e Push [SSB] or [AM/FM] to select the desired operating mode.
r Push the same key for 1 sec. to turn data mode ON.

4

• “-D” indicator additionally appears.
[AF] [MIC GAIN]

[AM/FM]

Tuning dial

t Rotate the tuning dial to tune into the desired signal
and decoded correctly.
• Also use the tuning indicator of the software.
• During SSB data mode, 1⁄4 tuning function can be used
for critical tuning.

y Operate the PC (software) to transmit.
• When operating in SSB data mode, adjust the AF output
level from PC so that the ALC meter reading doesn’t go
outside the ALC zone.

✔ For your information
Carrier point frequency is displayed when SSB data
mode is selected.
See the diagram below for the tone-pair example.
2325 Hz
200 Hz

2125 Hz

NOTE: When SSB data mode is selected, the audio
input from the [ACC(1)] (pin 6) is used for transmission instead of [MIC]’s.
The fixed condition is used for SSB data transmission as follow.
• [COMP]
: OFF
• Tx bandwidth
: MID
• Tx Tone (Bass)
:0
• Tx Tone (Trebles) : 0

Carrier point
(displayed frequency)

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ Spectrum scope screen
This function allows you to display the relative
strengths of signals around the center frequency. The
span can be set to ±12.5 kHz, ±25 kHz, ±50 kHz and
±100 kHz. Ideal for monitoring band conditions in an
instant.
[(F-3)MARKER] [(F-4)HOLD]

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-1)SCOPE] to select the scope screen.
e Push [(F-1)SPAN] several times to select the scope
span.
r Push [(F-2)ATT] several times to activate an attenuator or turn the attenuator OFF.
• 10, 20 and 30 dB attenuators are available.

t Push [(F-3)MARKER] several times to select the
marker (sub readout or transmit frequency) or turn
the marker OFF.
• “TX MARKER” displays the marker at the transmit frequency.
• “SUB MARKER” displays the marker at the sub readout
frequency.
[(F-1)SPAN] [(F-2)ATT] [EXIT/SET] [(F-5)SET]

y Push [(F-4)HOLD] to freeze the current spectrum
waveform.
• “HOLD” appears while the function is in use.

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u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the scope screen.
If a strong signal is received, a ghost waveform may
appear. Push [(F-2)ATT] several times to activate
the spectrum scope attenuator in this case.

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SCOPE

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Grid
2.5k
10dB
ATT
10dB
SUB
MARKER
HOLD

ATT

MARKER

HOLD

Appears when the
Sub readout
marker is out of range. or TX marker

SET

Appears when the
marker is out of range.

D Mini scope screen
This mini scope screen can be displayed with another
screen indication, such as set mode menu, decoder
screen, memory list screen, etc. simultaneously.
[MAIN/SUB•M.SCOPE]

➥ Push [MAIN/SUB•M.SCOPE] for 1 sec. to toggle
the mini scope indication ON and OFF.
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ATT
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AGC
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RTTY DECODE

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R T T Y Encode/Decode
E n c o d e / D e c o d e Monitor
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THRESHOLD

9

ADJ

WIDE

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

4

D Scope set mode
The spectrum scope shows the transmit signal waveform while transmitting. This can be deactivated if desired.

The spectrum scope shows the transmit signal waveform while transmitting. This can be deactivated if desired.
When “OFF” is selected, the spectrum scope holds
the received waveform while transmitting and does
not show the transmit waveform.

[(F-1)Y]

AGC
MID

[(F-2)Z] [EXIT/SET]

[(F-3)DEF]

S C O P E SET
SCOPE
SET
S c o p e during
d u r i n g Tx
Tx
M a x Hold
Hold

ON
O
N
ON
ON

VOX
OFF

q During spectrum scope indication ON, push [(F-5)
SET] to select scope set mode screen.
w Push [(F-5)SET] to select the spectrum scope set
mode.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired set
e Push [(F-1)Y
item.
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired condition.

5

• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default condition.

t Push [EXIT/SET] to exit spectrum scope set
mode.

COMP
OFF
WIDE
é

è

DEF

Scope during Tx
Turn the transmitting signal waveform indication ON
and OFF.

When “OFF” is selected, the spectrum scope holds
the received waveform while transmitting and does
not show the transmit waveform. (default: ON)

Max Hold
Turn the peak level holding function ON and OFF.

(default: ON)

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ Preamplifier
The preamp amplifies received signals in the front
end circuit to improve the S/N ratio and increase the
sensitivity. Set this to preamp 1 or preamp 2 when receiving weak signals.

[P.AMP]

➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.
• “P. AMP1” activates 10 dB preamp for HF all bands.
• “P. AMP2” activates 16 dB high-gain preamp for
24 MHz band and above.

Regarding the use of the “P.AMP 2”
(Pre-amplifier 2)
The “P.AMP 2” is a high gain receive amplifier. When
the “P.AMP 2” is used during times of strong electric
fields, distortion sometimes results. In such cases,
use the transceiver with the “P.AMP 1” or “P.AMP
OFF” setting.
The “P.AMP 2” is most effective when:
• Used on bands above 24 MHz and when electric
fields are weak.
• Receive sensitivity is insufficient during low gain, or
while using a narrow band antenna (such as small
loop, a Beverage antenna or a short Yagi antenna,
etc.) is used.

■ Attenuator
The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distortion when very strong signals are near the desired frequency or when very strong electric fields, such as
from broardcasting stations, are near your location.
[ATT]

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➥ Push [ATT] several times to set the attenuator 6
dB, 12 dB, 18 dB or OFF.
• “ATT 6dB,” “ATT 12dB,” “ATT 18dB” and “ATT OFF” appears respectively.

FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

5

■ RIT function
The RIT (Receive Increment Tuning) function compensates for off-frequencies of the communicating
station.
The function shifts the receive frequency up to ±9.999
kHz in 1 Hz steps (10 Hz steps when cancelling the 1
Hz step readout) without moving the transmit frequency.
• See #1 on p. 5 for function description.
[CLEAR]

q Push [RIT] to turn the RIT function ON and OFF.
• “ RIT ” and the shifting frequency appear when the
function is ON.
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∂TX] control.
w Rotate the [RIT/∂
RIT/∂TX

Low shift

High shift

e To reset the RIT frequency, push [CLEAR] for
1 sec.
[RIT]

[RIT/∂TX]

• Push [CLEAR] momentarily to reset the RIT frequency
when the quick RIT/∂TX clear function is ON. (p. 103)
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When RIT and ∂TX are ON at the same time, the
∂TX] control shifts both the transmit and re[RIT/∂
ceive frequencies from the displayed frequency at
the same time.

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r To cancel the RIT function, push [RIT] again.
•“

RIT

” disappears.

• Calculate function

• Practical example

The shift frequency of the RIT (or ∂TX) function can
be added/subtracted to the displayed frequency.

When you find a DX station on 21.025 MHz/CW and
the station is picking up stations transmitting slightly
up from 21.025 MHz.

While displaying the RIT (and/or ∂TX) shift fre∂TX]) for 1 sec.
quency, push [RIT] (or [∂
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RIT

Push and hold
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q Push [RIT] and [∂
∂TX functions ON.
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w Rotate [RIT/∂
frequency.
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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ AGC function
The AGC (auto gain control) controls receiver gain to
produce a constant audio output level even when the
received signal strength is varied by fading, etc.

[AGC]

The transceiver has 3 AGC characteristics (time constant; fast, mid, slow) for non-FM mode.
The FM mode AGC time constant is fixed as ‘FAST’
(0.1 sec.) and AGC time constant cannot be selected.

[(F-3)DEF] [EXIT/SET]

• AGC time constant selection

• Setting the AGC time constant

q Select non-FM mode.
w Push [AGC] several times to select AGC fast, AGC
medium (MID) or AGC slow.

q Select the desired mode other than FM mode.
w Push [AGC] for 1 sec. to enter AGC set mode.
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AGC
MID

Medium AGC time constant

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FAST

0.3

0.1

0.1

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0.1

MID

2.0

0.5

0.5

5.0

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COMP
OFF
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1.2

1.2

7.0

--(sec)

DEF

• Selectable AGC time constant (unit: sec.)
Mode

Default

Selectable AGC time constant

SSB

0.3 (FAST)
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2,
2.0 (MID)
1.6, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0
6.0 (SLOW)

CW

0.1 (FAST)
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2,
0.5 (MID)
1.6, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0
1.2 (SLOW)

0.1 (FAST)
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2,
RTTY 0.5 (MID)
1.6, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0
1.2 (SLOW)
AM

3.0 (FAST)
OFF, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2, 1.6, 2.0,
5.0 (MID)
2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0
7.0 (SLOW)

FM

0.1 (FAST)

Fixed

e Push [AGC] several times to select FAST time
constant.
r Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired time constant for ‘AGC FAST.’
• AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to 8.0 sec.
(depends on mode) or turned OFF.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default value.

t Push [AGC] to select medium time constant.
y Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired time constant for ‘AGC MID.’
• AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to 8.0 sec.
(depends on mode) or turned OFF.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default value.

u Push [AGC] to select slow time constant.
i Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired time constant for ‘AGC SLOW.’
• AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to 8.0 sec.
(depends on mode) or turned OFF.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default value.

o Select another mode other than FM. Repeat steps
e to i if desired.
!0 Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the AGC set mode
screen.

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5

■ Twin PBT operation
General PBT (Passband Tuning) function electronically
narrows the IF passband width by shifting the IF frequency to slightly outside of the IF filter passband to
reject interference. This transceiver uses the DSP circuit for the PBT function. Moving both [TWIN PBT]
controls to the same position shifts the IF.

[TWIN PBT]

➥ The LCD shows the passband width and shift frequency graphically.
➥ Push [FILTER] for 1 sec. to enter the filter set
mode. Current passband width and shift frequency
is displayed in the filter set mode screen.
➥ To set the [TWIN PBT] controls to the center positions, push [PBT CLR] for 1 sec.
The variable range depends on the passband width
and mode. The edge of the variable range is half of the
passband width, and PBT is adjustable in 25 or 50 Hz
steps. These controls function as an IF shift control
while in AM mode and when the RTTY filter is turned
ON. Only the inner control may function in this case.
IF shift is adjustable in 20/40 Hz steps in RTTY (RTTY
filter is turned ON) or 150/300/500 Hz steps in AM.

[FILTER]

[PBT CLR]

5

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• [TWIN PBT] should normally be set to the center positions (PBT setting is cleared) when there is no interference.
• When PBT is used, the audio tone may be changed.
• Not available for FM mode.
• While rotating [TWIN PBT], noise may occur. This comes
from the DSP unit and does not indicate an equipment
malfunction.

PBT OPERATION EXAMPLE
Both controls at
center position

Cutting a lower
passband

TWIN PBT

TWIN PBT

TWIN PBT

Passband

IF center frequency

Interference

Cutting both higher and
lower passbands

Desired signal

Passband

Interference
Interference
Desired signal

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ IF filter selection
The transceiver has 3 passband width IF filters for
each mode.
For SSB and CW modes, the passband width can be
set within 50 to 3600 Hz in 50 or 100 Hz steps. A total
of 41 passband widths are available.
For RTTY mode, the passband width can be set within
50 to 2700 Hz in 50 or 100 Hz steps. A total of 32
passband widths are available.
For AM and FM modes, the passband width is fixed
and 3 passband widths are available.

[FILTER]

The filter selection is automatically memorized in
each mode.
The PBT shift frequencies are automatically memorized in each filter.

• IF filter selection
q Select the desired mode.
w For RTTY mode, turn OFF the RTTY filter by pushing [RTTY FIL].
e Push [FILTER] several times to select the IF filter
1, 2 or 3.
• The selected passband width and filter number is displayed in the LCD.

• Filter passband width setting
(SSB, CW and RTTY mode only)
q Select SSB, CW or RTTY mode.

Passband
width
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• The passband width can be set within the range as
shown right table.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default value.

y Repeat steps r to t if desired.
u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the filter set mode screen.
The PBT shift frequencies are cleared when the
passband width is changed.
This filter set mode screen graphically displays the
PBT shift frequencies and CW pitch operations.

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MID

SSB

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OFF

300

1500

2700
PBT1

COMP
OFF
WIDE

• Passband widths for AM and FM modes are fixed and
cannot be set.

w For RTTY mode, turn OFF the RTTY filter by pushing [RTTY FIL].
e Push [FILTER] for 1 sec. to enter filter set mode.
r Push [FILTER] several times to select the desired
IF filter.
t While pushing [(F-1)BW], rotate the tuning dial to
set the desired passband width.

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IF filter

PBT2

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FIL 1
FI

3.0k

FIL 2
FI

2.4K

FIL 3
FI

1.8K

DEF

Filter

FIL1
FIL2
SSB
FIL3
FIL1
SSB-D
FIL2
CW
FIL3
FIL1
RTTY FIL2
FIL3
FIL1
AM
FIL2
FIL3
FIL1
FM* FIL2
FIL3

Default

Range (Steps)

3.0 kHz
50–500 Hz (50 Hz)/
2.4 kHz
600–3.6 kHz (100 Hz)
1.8 kHz
1.2 kHz
50–500 Hz (50 Hz)/
500 Hz
600–3.6 kHz (100 Hz)
250 Hz
2.4 kHz
50–500 Hz (50 Hz)/
500 Hz
600–2.7 kHz (100 Hz)
250 Hz
9.0 kHz
Fixed
6.0 kHz
3.0 kHz
15 kHz
10 kHz
Fixed
7.0 kHz

*: When the IF filter is selected FIL2 or FIL3 in the FM
mode operation, the Tx IF filter’s passband width is
fixed narrow selection (2.5 kHz).

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5

■ DSP filter shape
The type of DSP filter shape for each SSB and CW
can be selected independently from soft and sharp.

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [EXIT/SET] switch for 1 sec. to enter set
mode.
e Push [(F-3)DSP] to enter the DSP filter set mode.
r Push one of [(F-2)SSB-FIL] or [(F-4)CW-FIL] to
select the desired DSP filter shape from sharp and
soft for each SSB or CW mode, respectively.
t Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the set mode.

5

[(F-2)SSB-FIL] [(F-3)DSP] [EXIT/SET] [(F-4)CW-FIL]

AGC
MID

DSP FILTER SET

SSB

SHARP

CW

SHARP

BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF
SSB-FIL

Push
SSB

F-2

SOFT

CW-FIL

Push
CW

F-4

SOFT

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ Dualwatch operation
Dualwatch monitors 2 frequencies with the same mode
simultaneously.
During dualwatch, both frequencies should be on the
same band, because the bandpass filter in the RF circuit is selected for the main readout frequency.

q Set a desired frequency.
w Push [DUALWATCH] for 1 sec.
• Equalized receive frequency and “ DUAL-W ” appear in
the LCD. This quick dualwatch function can be turned
OFF in set mode. (p. 100)
• Pushing [DUALWATCH] momentarily activates the dualwatch with the previously operated frequency.
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• Scanning during dualwatch
Scanning operates only for the main readout. To operate the scan during dualwatch, scan on the main
readout and use the sub readout for your QSO using
both dualwatch and split frequency operation.
q Program the desired programmed scan edges in
the same amateur band. See p. 79 for programming.
• If you plan to operate a ∂F scan, programming the
scan edges may not be necessary.

w Push [SPLIT] to turn the split frequency function
ON.
•“

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e Select VFO mode for the main readout.
r Set the desired operating frequency for the main
readout.
t Push [DUALWATCH] for 1 sec.
• The main and sub readout frequencies are equalized
and the dualwatch function is turned ON.

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e Set another desired frequency using the tuning dial.
r Adjust [BAL] to set a suitable signal strength balance between the main and sub readout frequencies.
• S-meter shows the combined signal strength.

t To transmit on the sub readout frequency, push
[CHANGE] or [SPLIT].

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y Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
• Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-function screen, if necessary.

∂F] to start the prou Push [(F-1)PROG] or [(F-2)∂
grammed scan or ∂F scan, respectively.
• Scan activates on the main readout between the programmed scan edges or within the ∂F span.
• Transmitting on the sub readout stops the scan.
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MID
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WIDE
PROG

∂F

Span

Programmed
scan edges

∂F

:
P1:
P2:

±

10kHz

21.000.00MHz
21.450.00MHz

FINE

∂ F SPAN

i To cancel the scan, push [EXIT/SET].

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

5

■ Noise blanker
The noise blanker eliminates pulse-type noise such
as from car ignitions. The noise blanker is not available for FM mode.

q Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker ON.
• [NB] indicator lights.

w Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the noise blanker
level set mode.
e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the noise blanker
level.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to return to default value.

r Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker OFF.

5

• [NB] indicator goes off.

When using the noise blanker, received signals
may be distorted if they are excessively strong.
[NB]

AGC
MID

[(F-3)DEF]

Tuning dial

NB
NB Level

50%

VOX
ON
COMP
OFF
WIDE
DEF

■ Notch function
This transceiver has auto and manual notch functions. The auto notch function automatically attenuates more than 3 beat tones, tuning signals, etc.,
even if they are moving. The manual notch can be set
to attenuate a frequency via the [NOTCH] control.
➥ Push [NOTCH] to toggle the notch function between auto, manual and OFF in SSB and AM
modes.
➥ Push [NOTCH] to turn the manual notch function
ON and OFF in CW mode.
➥ Push [NOTCH] to turn the auto notch function ON
and OFF in FM mode.

[NOTCH](switch) [NOTCH](control)
Auto notch OFF

• Set to attenuate a frequency for manual notch via the
[NOTCH] control.
• “AN” appears when auto notch is in use.
• “MN” appears when manual notch is in use.

While operating the manual notch, noise may be
heard. This comes from the DSP unit and does not
indicate an equipment malfunction.

Auto notch ON

Desired
signal (AF)

Unwanted tone
frequency

Desired
signal (AF)

Particular frequency
is attenuated

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FUNCTION FOR RECEIVE

■ Noise reduction
The noise reduction function reduces noise components and picks out desired signals which are buried
in noise. The received signals are converted to digital
signals and then the desired signals are separated
from the noise.
q Push the [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction
ON.
• [NR] indicator lights.

w Rotate the [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
e Push the [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction
OFF.
• [NR] indicator lights off.

Deep rotation of the [NR] control results in audio
signal masking or distortion. Set the [NR] control
for maximum readability.

[NR](control) [NR](switch)

Noise reduction OFF
BAL

NR

Noise reduction activated
BAL

NR

OFF
Noise components

Desired
signal (CW)

■ Dial lock function
The dial lock function prevents changes by accidental
movement of the tuning dial. The lock function electronically locks the dial.

[LOCK] indicator

➥ Push [LOCK/SPEECH] to toggle the dial lock function ON and OFF.
• The [LOCK] indicator lights when the dial lock function
is in use.

[LOCK/SPEECH] switch

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6

■ VOX function
The VOX (Voice-Operated Transmission) function
switches between transmit and receive with your voice.
This function provides an opportunity to input log entries into your computer, etc., while operating.

D Using the VOX function
q Select a phone mode (SSB, AM, FM).
w Push [VOX] to turn the VOX function ON or OFF.

[VOX]

• “VOX ON” appears while the VOX is in use.

5
6

D Adjusting the VOX function
q Select a phone mode (SSB, AM, FM).
w Push [VOX] to turn VOX function ON.
e Push [VOX] for 1 sec. to enter VOX set mode.
Y] or [(Fr Select the VOX gain item using [(F-1)Y
Z].
2)Z
t While speaking into the microphone, rotate the
tuning dial to the point where the transceiver is
continuously transmitting.
y Adjust the VOX delay for a convenient interval before returning to receive.

[VOX]

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- Select the VOX delay item using [(F-1)Y
- Rotate the tuning dial.

u If the receive audio from the speaker switches to
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é

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FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT

■ Break-in function
The break-in function is used in CW mode to automatically toggle the transceiver between transmit and receive when keying. The IC-756PROIII is capable for
full break-in or semi break-in.

D Semi break-in operation
During semi break-in operation, the transceiver selects transmit when keying, then automatically returns
to receive after a pre-set time from when you stop
keying.
[BK-IN]

q Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or CW-R mode.
w Push [BK-IN] several times to turn the semi breakin function ON.
• “BK-IN SEMI” appears.

e Rotate [BK-IN DELAY] to set the break-in delay
time (the delay from transmit to receive).
When using a paddle, rotate [KEY SPEED] to adjust the keying speed.

[BK-IN DELAY] [KEY SPEED]

D Full break-in operation
During full break-in operation, the transceiver automatically selects transmit while keying and returns to
receive immediately after keying is finished.

q Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or CW-R mode.
w Push [BK-IN] several times to turn the full break-in
function ON.
• “BK-IN FULL” appears.

[BK-IN]

[BK-IN DELAY] [KEY SPEED]

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When using a paddle, rotate [KEY SPEED] to adjust the keying speed.

FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT

6

■ Transmit filter width setting (SSB only)
The transmit filter width for SSB mode can be selected from wide, middle and narrow.

➥ During USB or LSB mode selection, push [COMP]
for 1 sec. several times to select the desired transmit filter width from wide, middle and narrow.
• The filter functions regardless of the speech compressor use.
• The following filters are specified as the default. Each
of the filter width can be re-set in level set mode.
(pgs. 95, 96)
WIDE : 100 Hz to 2.9 kHz
MID : 300 Hz to 2.7 kHz
NAR : 500 Hz to 2.5 kHz

[COMP]

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■ Speech compressor
The speech compressor increases average RF output power, improving signal strength and readability
in SSB mode.

COMP meter

1

• Speech compressor
q Select USB or LSB mode.
w Push [COMP] momentarily to turn the speech
compressor ON and OFF.
e Push [COMP] for 1 sec. to select between narrow,
middle or wide transmit filter.
• Transmit filter width: (see above for details)
NAR
2.0 kHz
MID
2.4 kHz
WIDE 2.8 kHz

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10

25 50

1 1.5
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0
COMP
ALC

+ 20

+ 40

+ 60dB

100

2 3
20
10
dB

When the ALC meter peaks above the ALC zone,
your transmitted voice may be distorted.
[METER] [COMP] (switch)

• Compression level setting
q Select USB or LSB mode.
w Preset the transceiver as follows:
‘COMP’ function
: OFF
‘METER’ function
: ALC
[MIC GAIN] control
: Center position
[COMP] control
: Center position
[RF POWER] control : Max. counterclockwise
e Transmit at your normal voice level.
r Adjust the [MIC GAIN] control so that the ALC
meter reads within the ALC zone, whether or not
you speak softly or loudly.
t Push [COMP] momentarily to turn the speech
compressor ON.
y Push [METER] once to select the COMP meter.
u Adjust the [COMP] control so that the COMP
meter reads within 10 dB and 20 dB.

[RF POWER] [COMP] (control)
[MIC GAIN]

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■ ∂TX function
The ∂TX function shifts the transmit frequency up to
±9.999 kHz in 1 Hz steps (10 Hz steps when cancelling the 1 Hz step readout) without moving the receive frequency.
• See @9 on p. 5 for function description.

∂TX] switch.
q Push [∂
• “ ∂TX
TX ” and the shifting frequency appear when the
function is ON.
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[RIT/∂TX]

High shift

e To reset the ∂TX frequency, push [CLEAR] for
1 sec.
• Push [CLEAR] momentarily to reset the RIT frequency
when the quick RIT/∂TX clear function is ON. (p. 103)
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r To cancel the ∂TX function, push [∂
•“

∂TX
TX

” and the shifting frequency disappears.

• Calculate function

• Practical example

The shift frequency of the (RIT or) ∂TX function can
be added/subtracted to the displayed frequency.

When you find a DX station on 21.025 MHz/CW and
the station is picking up stations transmitting slightly
up from 21.025 MHz.

While displaying the (RIT and/or) ∂TX shift fre∂TX] for 1 sec.
quency, push ([RIT] or) [∂
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q Push [RIT] and [∂
∂TX functions ON.
∂TX] to find the DX station’s receive
w Rotate [RIT/∂
frequency.
e When you find the DX station’s receive frequency,
push [RIT] to turn the RIT function OFF.
• Now you can transmit the DX station’s receive frequency and receive the DX station’s transmit frequency (21.025 MHz).

∂TX

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6

■ Monitor function
The monitor function allows you to monitor your transmit IF signals in any mode through the speaker. Use
this to check voice characteristics while adjusting
SSB transmit tones. (p. 95) The CW side tone functions regardless of the [MONITOR] switch setting.

[PHONES] jack

q Push [MONITOR].
• The indicator (in [MONITOR] switch) lights when the
monitor function is ON.

w Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
e Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-1)LEVEL] to
enter level set mode.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the monitor
r Push [(F-1)Y
level item.
t Adjust monitor gain using the tuning dial.
• Pushing [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. sets the selected item to
the default value.

y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit level set mode.
• Use headphones to prevent feedback.
• Set the transmit tone settings to the 0 dB positions
to check the unaltered characteristics of transmitter or microphone.

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MID
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é

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L
SSB TBW (NAR)
H
Monitor Level
Side Tone Level
Side Tone Level Limit
Beep Level
Beep Level Limit

è

500
2500
50%
50%
ON
50%
ON

DEF

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FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT

■ Split frequency operation
Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and
receive in the same mode on two different frequencies.
The split frequency operation is basically performed
using 2 frequencies on the main and sub readouts.

[SPLIT] [(F-INP)ENT]

The following is an example of setting 21.290 MHz for
receiving and 21.310 MHz for transmitting.

[CHANGE] [XFC]

q Set 21.290 MHz (USB) in VFO mode.
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q Push [(F-INP)ENT].
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w Push [SPLIT] momentarily, then push [CHANGE]
for 1 sec.
• The quick split function is much more convenient for
selecting the transmit frequency. See the next page for
details.
• The equalized transmit frequency and “ SPLIT ” appear
on the LCD.
• “TX” appears to show the transmit frequency’s readout.
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[EXAMPLE]
To operate on 1 kHz
higher frequency:

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To operate on 3 kHz
lower frequency:

F-INP

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3

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• The transmit frequency can be monitored while pushing
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r Now you can receive on 21.290 MHz and transmit on
21.310 MHz.

To change the transmit and receive frequencies, push
[CHANGE] to exchange the main and sub readouts.

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• The shift frequency is input in the sub readout and the
split function is turned ON.

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e Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [XFC] to set
the transmit frequency to 21.310 MHz.

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1

e Push [SPLIT].

SPLIT
SPLIT

TX
TX

ATT
OFF

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1

• 1 kHz to 1 MHz can be set.
• When you require a minus shift direction, push [ • ] in
advance.

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DIRECT SHIFT FREQUENCY INPUT
The shift frequency can be entered directly.

DUALWATCH FUNCTION
The dualwatch function is convenient for tuning the
transmit frequency while monitoring both frequencies
used for transmitting and receiving.
CONVENIENT
SPLIT LOCK FUNCTION
Accidentally releasing the [XFC] switch while rotating
the tuning dial changes the receive frequency. To prevent this, use both the split lock and dial lock functions to change the transmit frequency only. The split
lock function cancels the dial lock function while pushing [XFC] during split frequency operation.
The dial lock’s effectiveness during split frequency operation can be selected in the set mode for both receive and transmit frequencies; or only the receive
frequency. (p. 100)

FUNCTION FOR TRANSMIT

6

■ Quick split function
When you find a DX station, an important consideration is how to set the split frequency.

[SPLIT] [(F-INP)ENT]

When you push the [SPLIT] switch for 1 sec., split frequency operation is turned ON, the sub readout is
equalized to the main readout frequency and enters
standby for transmit frequency input.
This shortens the time needed to start split frequency
operation.
[CHANGE] [XFC]

The quick split function is ON by default. For your convenience, it can be turned OFF in set mode. (p. 100)
In this case, the [SPLIT] switch does not equalize the
main and sub readout frequencies.
q Suppose you are operating at 21.290 MHz (USB)
in VFO mode.
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• Split frequency operation is turned ON.
• The sub readout is equalized to the main readout frequency.
• The sub readout enters standby for transmit frequency
input.
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1

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• The transmit frequency can be monitored while pushing
[XFC] or using dualwatch.

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1

e Rotate the tuning dial to set the transmit frequency; or, input the transmit frequency using the
keypad and [(F-INP)ENT]; or, input a shift frequency using the keypad and [SPLIT].

1

w Push [SPLIT] for 1 sec.

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PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

When you are searching for DX stations and you
suspect that a DX station may say “up ‘X’ kHz” for
their receive frequency:

When you receive a pile-up and you want to start
split frequency operation to simplify picking out stations:

OPERATION 1
q Push [SPLIT] for 1 sec. to standby for split operation.
w If the DX station’s operator says “up 10 kHz”:

q Push [SPLIT] momentarily and push [CHANGE]
for 1 sec.

• Push [1], [0] then [SPLIT].
• Or, rotate the tuning dial.

OPERATION 2
If the DX station’s operator says “down 5 kHz” before you enter standby for split operation:
➥ Push [(F-INP)ENT], [•], [5] then [SPLIT].

• The sub readout frequency is equalized to the main
readout frequency and “ SPLIT ” appears.

w Rotate the tuning dial to set your receive frequency in the main readout.
e Announce your receive frequency.
r After you catch one of the calling stations’ call
signs, push and hold the PTT switch to respond.
• While pushing [XFC], you can monitor your transmit
frequency.

• The split function is turned ON and “5 kHz down” frequency is entered in the sub readout.
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VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS

■ Digital voice recorder
The transceiver has a total of 8 memory channels, 4
each for transmit and receive, of digital voice memories. A maximum message length of 15 sec. can be
recorded in each receive channel, and a total message
length of 90 sec. can be recorded in transmit channels.

Providing a transmission memory is very convenient
for repeated CQ and number transmissions at contest
times, as well as when making consecutive calls in
DX’pedition.

• Recording a received audio

• Playing the recorded audio

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Select the desired mode by pushing [SSB],
[CW/RTTY] or [AM/FM].
e Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder
screen.

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder
screen.

• If the transmit voice memory channel (T1–T4) appears,
push [(F-5)T/R] to select receive voice memory channel.
R1
R1

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
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USB

15:30
15:30

8
8s
s

R2
R2

-----

R3
R3

-----

R4
R4

-----

R2

R3

R4

T/R

r Push the desired memory channel switch,
[(F-1)R1] – [(F-4)R4], for 1 sec. to start recording.
• “REC” flashes and the recording timer counts up.
• The operating frequency, mode and current time are
programmed as the memory names automatically.
• Previously recorded contents are cleared.

COMP
OFF
WIDE

COMP
OFF
WIDE
R1

USB
USB

15:30
15:30

8s
8s
-----

R3
R3

-----

R4
R4

-----

R2

R3

R4

T/R

e Push the desired memory channel switch,
[(F-1)R1] – [(F-4)R4], momentarily to playback.
• “PLAY” appears.
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MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

VOICE RECORDER
PLAY

R1
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5s

R2
R2

-----

R3
R3

-----

R4
R4

-----

RX M E M O R Y

R2

R3

R4

T/R

VOICE RECORDER
REC

R1
R1

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10s
10s

R2
R2

-----

R3
R3

-----

R4
R4

-----

RX M E M O R Y
RX

R2

R3

R4

T/R

t Push the selected memory channel switch,
[(F-1)R1] – [(F-4)R4], again to stop recording.
• Recording is automatically terminated after 30 min.

IMPORTANT!
Push one of [(F-1)R1]–[(F-4)R4] to stop recording before, or when 15 sec. has passed from the
start of recording.
The voice recorder memory records the 15 sec.
(max.) of audio before one of [(F-1)R1]–[(F-4)
R4] is pushed.
For example, when recording 20 sec. of audio,
the first 5 sec. audio will be over-recorded with
the last 5 sec., so that the total of audio
recorded is 15 sec. only.
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.

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R2

RX M E M O R Y

R1

R1

VOX
OFF

R1
R1

RX M E M O R Y
RX

R1

AGC
MID

VOICE RECORDER

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF

VOICE RECORDER

AGC
MID

• If the transmit voice memory channel (T1–T4) appears,
push [(F-5)T/R] to select receive voice memory channel.

r Push the selected memory channel switch,
[(F-1)R1] – [(F-4)R4], again to stop playback if desired.
• Playback is terminated automatically when all of the
recorded contents in the channel are played, or after
15 sec.

t Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.

VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS

7

■ Digital voice recorder (continued)
• One-touch voice recording
To record the receiving signal contents immediately,
one-touch voice recording is available.
q Push [REC/PLAY] for 1 sec. while receiving a signal to start recording.
• “REC” flashes.
• Records audio into the channel R4.

w Push [REC/PLAY] momentarily to stop recording.
[REC/PLAY]

• Recording is automatically terminated after 30 min.

IMPORTANT!
Push [REC/PLAY] to stop recording before, or
when 15 sec. has passed from the start of
recording.

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The recorded audio in the channel R4 can be playback without selecting the voice memory screen.
q Push [REC/PLAY] to playback.
• “PLAY” appears.
• Playback the recorded audio in the channel R4.

w Push [REC/PLAY] again to stop playback if desired.

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REC

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE
SCOPE

VOICE

MEMORY

SCAN

• Playback is terminated automatically when all of the
recorded contents in the channel R4 are played, or
after 15 sec.

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VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS

■ Digital voice recorder (continued)
• Recording a message for transmit
To transmit a message using a voice recorder, record
the desired message in advance as described below.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder
screen.

r Push the desired memory channel switch,
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], momentarily to start playback
and confirmation.
AGC
MID

VOICE MIC-RECORD
PLAY

VOX
OFF

TX Variable ◊ 4ch (Total 90s)
RX 15s Endless ◊ 4ch (TOT 30m)

MIC
M I C REC
REC

Mic Record/Record check

TX
T X LEV.
LEV.

Recorder Output Adjust

SET
SET

Auto Monitor SET

TX LEV.

MIC REC

SET

e Push [(F-2)MIC REC] to select the voice memory
recording screen.
VOICE MIC-RECORD

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

T1
T1

-----

T2
T2

-----

T3
T3

-----

T4
T4

----0

50

100

%

REC LEVEL

T1

T3

T2

T4

NAME

• Speak into the microphone without pushing the [PTT]
switch.
• Previously recorded contents are cleared.

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE
T1

VOICE MIC-RECORD
REC

T1
T1

10s
10s

T2
T2

-----

T3
T3

-----

T4
T4

----0

50

100

REC LEVEL

T2

T3

T4

%

Remain
80s

NAME

t Adjust the [MIC GAIN] control so that the [REC
LEVEL] indicator reads within 100%.
y Push the selected memory channel switch,
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], again to stop recording.
• Recording is automatically terminated when the total
time of recorded messages, T1–T4, becomes 90 sec.

u Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.

• Confirming a message for transmit
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder
screen.
e Push [(F-2)MIC REC] to select the voice memory
recording screen.

75

----0

50

100

%

REC LEVEL

T3

T2

T4

Remain
80s

NAME

t Push the selected memory channel switch,
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], again to stop playback if desired.
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.

• Programming a memory name for
transmit
Memory channels can be tagged with alphanumeric
names of up to 20 characters each.

Remain
90s

r Push the desired memory channel switch,
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], for 1 sec. to start recording.

AGC
MID

-----

T4
T4

COMP
OFF
WIDE

VOICE RECORDER
PLAY
PLAY

PLAY

-----

VOICE
V
O I C E RECORDER MENU

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

10s
10s

T2
T2
T3
T3

T1

AGC
MID

T1
T1

Capital letters, small letters, numerals, some symbols
_
(! # $ % & ¥ ? " ' ` ^ + – ✱ / . , : ; = < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ @)
and spaces can be used. (See step t below.)
q Record a message as described at left.
w Call up the voice memory recording screen as described in steps q to e at left.
e Push [(F-5)NAME] to enter memory name edit
condition.
• A cursor appears and blinks.

r Push [(F-5)T1..T4] several times to select the desired voice memory.
Selected
character
Character
group
keys

VOICE MIC-RECORD

ABC

ABC

T1

10s
10s

T2

---

T3

---

T4

---

123

ç

å

DEL

SPACE

T1..T4

t Input the desired character by rotating the tuning
dial or by pushing the band key for number input.
• Push [ABC] or [abc] to toggle capital and small letters.
• Push [123] or [etc] to toggle numerals and symbols.
Ω] or [(F-2)≈
≈] for cursor movement.
• Push [(F-1)Ω
• Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
• Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.
• Pushing the transceiver’s keypad, [0]–[9], can also
enter numerals.

y Push [EXIT/SET] to input and set the name.
• The cursor disappears.

u Repeat steps r to y to program another voice
memory’s name, if desired.
i Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.

VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS

7

■ Digital voice recorder (continued)
• Sending a message for transmit

• Transmit monitor function

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Select a phone mode by pushing [SSB] or
[AM/FM].
e Push [(F-2)VOICE] to call up the voice recorder
screen.

The monitor function can be automatically turned ON
while transmitting a voice memory message.

• If the receive voice memory channel (R1–R4) appears,
push [(F-5)T/R] to select transmit voice memory channel.
VOICE RECORDER

AGC
MID

T1
T1

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

C Q JA3YUA
CQ
JA3YUA

10s
10s

T2
T2

-----

T3
T3

-----

T4
T4

-----

TX M E M O R Y
TX

T1

T2

VOX
OFF

T3

T4

T/R

COMP
OFF
WIDE
T1

VOICE RECORDER
SEND

T1
T1

C Q JA3YUA
CQ
JA3YUA

AGC
MID

VOICE SET
Auto Monitor

7

ON

-----

T3
T3

-----

T4
T4

-----

TX M E M O R Y
TX

T3

COMP
OFF
WIDE
DEF

r Push [EXIT/SET] to return to the voice recorder
screen.

10s
10s

T2
T2

T2

• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select the default condition.

VOX
OFF

r Push the desired memory channel switch,
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], momentarily to transmit the
contents.
AGC
MID

q Call up the voice recorder screen as described at
left.
w Push [EXIT/SET] then [(F-5)SET] to select the
voice recorder set screen.
e Rotate the tuning dial to turn the monitor function
ON and OFF.

T4

T/R

t Push the selected memory channel switch,
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], again to stop, if desired.
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the voice memory
screen.

• Transmit level setting
q Call up the voice recorder screen as described at
left.
w Push [(F-3)TX LEV.] to select the voice memory
transmit level set mode screen.
VOICE RECORDER

AGC
MID

T1
T1

VOX
OFF

C Q JA3YUA
CQ
JA3YUA

-----

T3
T3

---------

T4
T4

COMP
OFF
WIDE

For your information
When an external keypad is connected to the pin 3
and pin 7 of the [MIC] connecter, the recorded
message, T1–T4, can be transmitted without opening the voice recorder set screen.
See page 104 for details.

10s
10s

T2
T2

TX LEVEL

T1

T2

T3

T4

50%

DEF

e Push the desired memory channel switch,
[(F-1)T1] – [(F-4)T4], momentarily to transmit the
contents.
r Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the transmit voice
level.
• Push [(F-5)DEF] to select the default condition.
AGC
MID
VOX
OFF

VOICE RECORDER
SEND

T1
T1

C Q JA3YUA
CQ
JA3YUA

10s
10s

T2
T2

-----

T3
T3

---------

T4
T4

COMP
OFF
WIDE
T1

TX_LEVEL
TX
LEVEL

T2

T3

T4

50%

DEF

t Push [EXIT/SET] to return to the voice recorder
screen.

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MEMORY OPERATION

■ Memory channels
The transceiver has 101 memory channels. The memory mode is very useful for quickly changing to oftenused frequencies.

All 101 memory channels are tuneable which means
the programmed frequency can be tuned temporarily
with the tuning dial, etc. in memory mode.

MEMORY
CHANNEL

MEMORY
CHANNEL
NUMBER

CAPABILITY

TRANSFER
TO VFO

OVERWRITING

CLEAR

Regular memory
channels

1–99

One frequency and one mode
in each memory channel.

Yes

Yes

Yes

Scan edge
memory
channels

P1, P2

One frequency and one mode in
each memory channel as scan
edges for programmed scan.

Yes

Yes

No

■ Memory channel selection
Y] or [Z
Z] keys
• Using the [Y

• Using the keypad

q Push [VFO/MEMO] to select memory mode.
Y]/[Z
Z] several times to select the desired
w Push [Y
memory channel.

q Push [VFO/MEMO] to select memory mode.
w Push [(F-INP)ENT].
e Push the desired memory channel number using
the keypad.

Y]/[Z
Z] for continuous selection.
• Push and hold [Y
• [UP] and [DN] on the microphone can also be used.

e To return to VFO mode, push [VFO/MEMO] again.

• Enter 100 or 101 to select scan edge channel P1 or P2,
respectively.

Y] or [Z
Z] to select the desired memory
r Push [Y
channel.
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1

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METER
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1

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TX
METER
Po

1

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1

2

0
USB

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MEMORY OPERATION

8

■ Memory channel screen
The memory channel screen simultaneously shows 7
memory channels and their programmed contents. 13
memory channels can be displayed in the wide memory channel screen.
You can select a desired memory channel from the
memory channel screen.

• Selecting a memory channel using the
memory channel screen
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-4)MEMORY] to select the memory channel screen.
• [(F-5)WIDE] switches the standard and wide screens.
ANT
1

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TX
TX
METER
Po

VFO

VFO

USB

USB

1

--.---.-0.500.00
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14.100.00
--.---.---.---.---.---.--

SET

-----LSB
USB
USB
----------------

SELECT

--FL2
FL2
FL2
-------

SCAN EDGE
SCAN EDGE

VOX
OFF

NAME

WIDE

r Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the memory channel
screen.

• Confirming programmed memory
channels
q Select the memory channel screen as described
above.
w Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [(F-1)ROLL]
to scroll the screen.
e Push [(F-2)SET] to select the highlighted memory
channel, if desired.

ROLL

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COMP
OFF
WIDE
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MID

Y] and [Z
Z] can also be used.
• [Y

COMP
OFF
WIDE

ANT
1

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1

USB

e Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [(F-2)SET] to
select the desired memory channel.

VOX
OFF

Y] and [Z
Z] can also be used.
• [Y

e Push [(F-3)SELECT] to set the memory channel
as a select memory or not.

MEMORY
99
P1
P2
1
2
3
4

ROLL

AGC
MID

q Select the memory channel screen as described at
left.
w Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [(F-1)ROLL]
or [(F-2)SET] to select the desired memory channel.

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Po

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scan. Select memory scan repeatedly scans the select memory channels only. This is useful to speed up
the memory scan interval. Of course, select memory
channels are also scanned during normal memory
scan.

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TX

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OFF

COMP
OFF
WIDE

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OFF

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12:00

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MID

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memory

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99
P1
P2
1ß
2
3
4

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--.---.---.---.---.---.--

SET

-----LSB
USB
USB
----------------

SELECT

--FL2
FL2
FL2
-------

NAME

SCAN EDGE
SCAN EDGE

WIDE

“ß” appears for select memory channel.

r Repeat steps w to e to program another memory
channel as a select memory channel, if desired.
t Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the memory channel
screen.
Setting select memory channels is also possible in
the scan screen.

MEMORY
99
P1
P2
1ß
2
3
4

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SET

-----LSB
USB
USB
----------------

SELECT

--FL2
FL2
FL2
-------

SCAN EDGE
SCAN EDGE

NAME

WIDE

“ ” appears when the memory
channel is selected.

r Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the memory channel
screen.

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MEMORY OPERATION

■ Memory channel programming
Memory channel programming can be preformed either in VFO mode or in memory mode.

• Programming in VFO mode
q Set the desired frequency and operating mode in
VFO mode.
Y]/[Z
Z] several times to select the desired
w Push [Y
memory channel.
• Memory channel screen is convenient for selecting the
desired channel.
• Memory channel contents appear in the memory channel readout (below the frequency readout).
• “--.---.--” appears if the selected memory channel is a
blank channel (and does not have contents).

[EXAMPLE]: Programming 7.088 MHz/LSB into
memory channel 12.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

VFO

TX
TX
METER
Po

SSB

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

VFO

BW 2.4k SFT

VFO

--.---.--

Beep
Beep
Beep

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

VFO

Push for 1 sec.
qw:pp

0
LSB

12:00

FIL2

u.pii.pp

METER
Po

LSB

7.088.00

12
12

[EXAMPLE]: Programming 21.280 MHz/USB into
memory channel 18.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

12

TX
TX

qw:pp

0
LSB

12:00

FIL2

u.pii.pp

METER
Po

USB

14.195.00

VFO
VFO

or
ANT
1

500 SFT

BW

18

TX
TX

21

18

USB

qw:pp

0
USB

12:00

FIL2

14.195.00

Beep
Beep
Beep

MW

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX
METER
Po

12:00

wq.wip.pp
VFO
VFO

ANT
1

qw:pp

SSB

7

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX
METER
Po

BPF
FIL2

14.195.00

VFO
VFO

ANT
1

0
CW

e.tpw.pp

METER
Po

e Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program the displayed
frequency and operating mode into the memory
channel.

18

USB

Push for 1 sec.
qw:pp

0
USB

12:00

FIL2

wq.wip.pp
14.195.00

79

12:00

FIL2

u.pii.pp
MW

ANT
1

qw:pp

0
LSB

12
12

• To program a blank channel, use direct frequency entry
with the keypad or memo pads, etc.

USB

or

METER
Po

w Set the desired frequency and operating mode in
memory mode.

12:00

FIL2

14.195.00

1

TX
TX

• Memory channel contents appear in the memory channel readout (below the frequency readout).
• “--.---.--” appears if the selected memory channel is a
blank channel (and does not have contents).

qw:pp

0
LSB

u.pii.pp

METER
Po

ANT
1

Y]/[Z
Z]
q Select the desired memory channel with [Y
in memory mode.

USB

14.195.00

3

7

e Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program the displayed frequency and operating mode into the memory
channel.

• Programming in memory mode

FIL2

qr.qpp.pp
1

ANT
1

qw:pp

0
USB

USB

MEMORY OPERATION

8

■ Frequency transferring
The frequency and operating mode in a memory channel can be transferred to the VFO.

• Transferring in VFO mode
This is useful for transferring programmed contents to
VFO.
q Select VFO mode with [VFO/MEMO].
w Select the memory channel to be transferred with
Y]/[Z
Z].
[Y
• Memory channel screen is convenient for selecting the
desired channel.
• Memory channel contents appear in the memory channel readout (below the frequency readout).
• “--.---.--” appears if the selected memory channel is a
blank channel. In this case transferring is impossible.

e Push [VFO/MEMO] for 1 sec. to transfer the frequency and operating mode.

Frequency transferring can be performed in either VFO
mode or memory mode.
TRANSFERRING EXAMPLE IN VFO MODE
Operating frequency
: 21.320 MHz/USB (VFO)
Contents of M-ch 16
: 14.018 MHz/CW
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

VFO

14.950.00

1

ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

VFO

16
16

e To return to VFO mode, push [VFO/MEMO] momentarily.

8

VFO

0
CW

CW

Push for 1 sec.
BPF

qw:pp
12:00

FIL2

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14.018.00

CW

TRANSFERRING EXAMPLE IN MEMORY MODE
Operating frequency
: 14.020 MHz/CW (M-ch 16)
Contents of M-ch 16
: 14.018 MHz/CW
ANT
1

500 SFT

BW

16

TX
TX
METER
Po

0
CW

21.320.00

VFO
VFO

Beep
Beep
Beep

VFO/
MEMO

ANT
1

500 SFT

BW

16

TX
TX
METER
Po

BPF

qw:pp
12:00

FIL2

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0
CW

USB

Push for 1 sec.
BPF

qw:pp
12:00

FIL2

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VFO
VFO

w Push [VFO/MEMO] for 1 sec. to transfer the frequency and operating mode.
• Displayed frequency and operating mode are transferred to the VFO.

Beep
Beep
Beep

500 SFT

BW

16
16

• And, set the frequency or operating mode if required.

12:00

FIL2

14.018.00

VFO/
MEMO

METER
Po

q Select the memory channel to be transferred with
Y]/[Z
Z] in memory mode.
[Y

qw:pp

0
USB

wq.ewp.pp

METER
Po

TX
TX

When you have changed the frequency or operating mode in the selected memory channel:
• Displayed frequency and mode are transferred.
• Programmed frequency and mode in the memory channel are not transferred, and they remain
in the memory channel.

USB

or

ANT
1

This is useful for transferring frequency and operating mode while operating in memory mode.

12:00

FIL2

wq.ewp.pp

METER
Po

• Transferred frequency and operating mode appear on
the frequency readout.

• Transferring in memory mode

qw:pp

0
USB

14.020.00

CW

VFO/
MEMO

ANT
1

BW

TX
TX
METER
Po

500 SFT

VFO

0
CW

BPF

qw:pp

FIL2

12:00

qr.pwp.pp
16
16

14.018.00

CW

Programmed contents appear.

80

8

MEMORY OPERATION

■ Memory names
All memory channels (including scan edges) can be
tagged with alphanumeric names of up to 10 characters each.

r Push [(F-4)NAME] to edit memory channel name.
• A cursor appears and blinks.
• Memory channel names of blank channels cannot be
edited.

Capital letters, small letters, numerals, some symbols
_
(! # $ % & ¥ ? " ’ ` ^ + – ✱ / . , : ; = < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ )
and spaces can be used.

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

VFO

• Editing (programming) memory names

ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX
METER
Po

VFO

14.100.00

VFO

ROLL

USB

USB

FIL2

Character
group
keys

14.100.00

1

Selected
character

ABC
99
P1
P2
1
2
3
4

ABC

123

ç

USB

MEMORY
--.---.-0.500.00
29.999.99
14.100.00
--.---.---.---.---.---.--

-----LSB
USB
USB
----------------

SCAN EDGE
SCAN EDGE
_

SPACE

DEL

å

--FL2
FL2
FL2
-------

WIDE

t Input the desired character by rotating the tuning
dial or by pushing the band key for number input.

FIL2

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ATT
OFF

COMP
OFF
WIDE

USB

qr.wpt.pp

12:00

FIL2

14.100.00

1

VOX
OFF

VFO

USB

qr.qot.pp

P.AMP
1

AGC
MID

qw:pp

0
USB

12:00

FIL2

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1

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-4)MEMORY] to select the memory channel screen.

qw:pp

0
USB

1

USB

14.100.00
MEMORY

99
P1
P2
1
2
3
4

--.---.-0.500.00
29.999.99
14.100.00
--.---.---.---.---.---.--

SET

-----LSB
USB
USB
----------------

--FL2
FL2
FL2
-------

SELECT

SCAN EDGE
SCAN EDGE

NAME

WIDE

e Select the desired memory channel.

• Push [ABC] or [abc] to toggle capital and small letters.
• Push [123] or [etc] to toggle numerals and symbols.
Ω] or [(F-2)≈
≈] for cursor movement.
• Push [(F-1)Ω
• Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
• Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.
• Pushing the transceiver’s keypad, [0]–[9], can also
enter numerals.

y Push [EXIT/SET] to input and set the name.
• The cursor disappears.

u Repeat steps e to y to program another memory
channel’s name, if desired.
i Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the memory channel
screen.

■ Memory clearing
Any unnecessary memory channels can be cleared.
The cleared memory channels become blank channels.
q Select memory mode with [VFO/MEMO].
Y]/[Z
Z].
w Select the desired memory channel with [Y
e Push [M-CL] for 1 sec. to clear the contents.
• The programmed frequency and operating mode disappear.

r To clear other memory channels, repeat steps w
and e.

81

ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX
METER
Po

12

12:00

FIL2

wr.oyp.pp
14.195.00

VFO
VFO

Beep
Beep
Beep

M-CL

ANT
1

qw:pp

0
USB

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

CW

Push for 1 sec.
qw:pp

0

12:00

12

≥qot≥pp

METER
Po

VFO
VFO

14.195.00

CW

MEMORY OPERATION

8

■ Memo pads
The transceiver has a memo pad function to store frequency and operating mode for easy write and recall.
The memo pads are separate from memory channels.
The default number of memo pads is 5, however, this
can be increased to 10 in set mode if desired. (p. 102)

Memo pads are convenient when you want to memorize a frequency and operating mode temporarily, such
as when you find a DX station in a pile-up, or when a
desired station is busy for a long time and you want to
temporarily search for other stations.
Use the transceiver’s memo pads instead of relying on
hastily scribbled notes that are easily misplaced.

• Writing frequencies and operating
modes into memo pads
You can simply write the accessed readout frequency
and operating mode by pushing [MP-W].

Displayed frequency and mode
Push

USB

When you write a 6th frequency and operating mode,
the oldest written frequency and operating mode are
automatically erased to make room for the new settings.
Each memo pad must have its own unique combination of frequency and operating mode; memo
pads having identical settings cannot be written.

MP-W

wq.wii.ww

USB

qr.qot.pp

Newest

8

USB

qr.qiw.rp

MEMO
PADS

USB

wq.pqi.py
USB

wq.pwr.tw
USB

wq.wuy.pp

Oldest

The oldest written frequency
and mode are erased.

• Calling up a frequency from a memo pad
You can simply call up the desired frequency and operating mode of a memo pad by pushing [MP-R] several times.

MEMO PADS

• Both VFO and memory modes can be used.
• The frequency and operating mode are called up, starting
from the most recently written.

When you call up a frequency and an operating mode
from memo pads with [MP-R], the previously displayed frequency and operating mode are automatically stored in a temporary pad. The frequency and
operating mode in the temporary pad can be recalled
by pushing [MP-R] several times.
• You may think there are 6 memo pads because 6 different
frequencies (5 are in memo pads and 1 is in the temporary pad) are called up by [MP-R].

If you change the frequency or operating mode
called up from a memo pad with the tuning dial,
etc., the frequency and operating mode in the temporary pad are erased.

USB

Push

MP-R

qr.qot.pp
USB

qr.qiw.rp

VFO or MEMORY
mode display

USB

wq.pqi.py
USB

USB

qr.qot.pp

Pushing [MP-R] calls up the
frequency and operating
mode in a memo pad and
the temporary pad sequentially.

wq.pwr.tw
USB

wq.wuy.pp

TEMPORARY PAD
USB

wq.rit.pp

Frequency and mode before
pushing [MP-R].

82

9

SCANS

■ Scan types

• The scan function can be used on the main readout only.
• You can operate a scan while operating on a frequency using
the dualwatch or split functions. See p. 63 for details.

PROGRAMMED SCAN

∂F SCAN

Repeatedly scans between two scan edge frequencies
(scan edge memory channels P1 and P2).

Repeatedly scans within ∂F span area.

Scan edge
P1 or P2

Scan edge
P2 or P1

Start frequency
–∂F frequency

+∂F frequency
Scan

Scan

Scan
Jump

Jump

This scan operates in VFO mode.

This scan operates in both VFO and memory modes.

MEMORY SCAN

SELECT MEMORY SCAN

Repeatedly scans all programmed memory channels.

Repeatedly scans all select memory channels.

ß (select)

Blank channel

Mch 3

Mch 4

Mch 2
Mch 1

ß (select)

ß (select)

Mch 99

Mch 7

ß (select)

ß (select)

Mch 2
Mch 5

Mch 1

Mch 6

This scan operates in memory mode.

ß (select)

Blank channel

Mch 3

Mch 4
ß (select)

ß (select)

Mch 99

Mch 7

ß (select)

ß (select)

Mch 5

Mch 6

This scan operates in memory mode.

■ Preparation
• Channels

• Scan speed

For programmed scan:
Program scan edge frequencies into scan edge memory channels P1 and P2.

Scan speed can be selected from 2 levels, high or low,
in set mode. See p. 87 for details.

For ∂F scan:
Set the ∂F span (∂F scan range) in the scan screen.
For memory scan:
Program 2 or more memory channels except scan
edge memory channels.
For select memory scan:
Designate 2 or more memory channels as select memory channels. To designate the channel as a select
memory channel, choose a memory channel, then
push [(F-3)SELECT] in the scan screen (memory
mode) or in the memory channel screen.

• Scan resume ON/OFF
You can select the scan to resume or cancel when detecting a signal, in set mode. Scan resume ON/OFF
must be set before operating a scan. See p. 87 for
ON/OFF setting and scan resume condition details.
83

• Squelch condition
SCAN
STARTS
WITH

PROGRAMMED
SCAN

The scan continues
until it is stopped
SQUELCH manually, and does
OPEN
not pause even if it
detects signals.

MEMORY SCAN
Scan pauses on
each channel when
the scan resume is
ON; not applicable
when OFF.

Scan stops when detecting a signal.
If you set scan resume ON in set mode, the

SQUELCH scan pauses for 10 sec. when detecting a
CLOSED signal, then resumes. When a signal disappears while scan is paused, scan resumes
2 sec. later.

SCANS

9

■ Programmed scan operation
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Select VFO mode.
e Select the desired operating mode.
• The operating mode can also be changed while scanning.

r Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

• Decimal points blink while scanning.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX
METER
Po

VFO

qw:pp

0
USB

14.100.00

1
P.AMP
1

VFO

USB

Span

Programmed
scan edges

∂F

PROG

:
P1:
P2:

±

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∂ F SPAN

USB

SCAN
PROGRAM SCAN

10kHz

VOX
OFF

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

FINE

USB

FIL2

AGC
MID
∂F

12:00

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ATT
OFF

SCAN

AGC
MID

y Push [(F-1)PROG] to start the programmed scan.

SET

COMP
OFF
WIDE

∂F

Span

:

Programmed
scan edges

P1:
P2:

∂F

PROG

±

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

FINE

∂ F SPAN

SET

t Set [RF/SQL] open or closed.
• See previous page for scan condition.
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
See pgs. 2, 30, 99 for details.

u When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
pauses or ignores it depending on the resume setting and the squelch condition.
i To cancel the scan, push [(F-1)PROG].

9

If the same frequencies are programmed into the
scan edge memory channel P1 and P2, programmed scan does not start.

■ ∂F scan operation
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Select VFO mode or a memory channel.
e Select the desired operating mode.
• The operating mode can also be changed while scanning.

r Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE
PROG

• Decimal points blink while scanning.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX
METER
Po

VFO

VFO

USB

Span

Programmed
scan edges

∂F

:
P1:
P2:

±

10kHz

VOX
OFF

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

FINE

∂ F SPAN

SET

COMP
OFF
WIDE
PROG

USB

FIL2

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1

14.100.00

USB

SCAN

AGC
MID
∂F

12:00

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P.AMP
1

qw:pp

0
USB

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ATT
OFF

SCAN

AGC
MID

∂F] to start the ∂F scan.
i Push [(F-2)∂

∂F

SCAN

∂F
∂F

Center
Span

Programmed
scan edges

∂F

:
:

14.195.00MHz
±
10kHz

P1:
P2:

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

FINE

∂ F SPAN

SET

t Set [RF/SQL] open or closed.
• See previous page for scan condition.
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
See pgs. 2, 30, 99 for details.

∂F SPAN].
y Set the ∂F span by pushing [(F-4)∂

o When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
pauses or ignores it depending on the resume setting and the squelch condition.
∂F].
!0 To cancel the scan, push [(F-2)∂

• ±5 kHz, ±10 kHz, ±20 kHz, ±50 kHz, ±100 kHz,
±500 kHz and ±1000 kHz are selectable.

u Set center frequency of the ∂F span.

84

9

SCANS

■ Fine programmed scan/fine ∂F scan
Fine scan functions as programmed or ∂F scan, but
scan speed decreases when the squelch opens but
does not stop. The scanning tuning step shifts from
50 Hz to 10 Hz while the squelch opens.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
e Set for programmed scan or ∂F scan as described
on previous page.
∂F] to start a scan.
r Push [(F-1)PROG] or [(F-2)∂
• Decimal points blink while scanning.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX
METER
Po

VFO

USB

12:00

FIL2

14.100.00

P.AMP
1

VFO

USB

14.100.00

1

USB

SCAN
PROGRAM SCAN

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

∂F

Span

:

Programmed
scan edges

P1:
P2:

∂F

PROG

±

METER
Po

VFO

qw:pp

0
USB

12:00

FIL2

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14.100.00

1
P.AMP
1

VFO

USB

USB

FIL2

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OFF

14.100.00

1

USB

SCAN

AGC
MID

FINE PROGRAM SCAN

COMP
OFF
WIDE

∂F

Span

:

Programmed
scan edges

P1:
P2:

∂F

±

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

∂ F SPAN

FINE

SET

y When the scan detects a signal, the scan speed
decreases but does not stop.
∂F] to stop the scan;
u Push [(F-1)PROG] or [(F-2)∂
push [(F-3)FINE] to cancel the fine scan.

FIL2

AGC
MID

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

USB

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ATT
OFF

ANT
1

PROG

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1

• “FINE PROGRAM SCAN” or “FINE ∂F SCAN” appears.

VOX
OFF

qw:pp

0

t Push [(F-3)FINE] to start a fine scan.

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

∂ F SPAN

FINE

SET

■ Memory scan operation
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Select memory mode.
e Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

12

TX
TX
METER
Po

14.100.00

VFO

USB

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE
MEMO

USB

1

14.100.00

Span

∂F

:
P1:
P2:

±

qw:pp

0
USB

12:00

FIL2

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VFO
VFO

VFO

USB

USB

FIL2

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1

14.100.00

USB

SCAN
MEMORY SCAN

USB

VOX
OFF

10kHz

MEMO

∂F

Span

Programmed
scan edges

∂F

:
P1:
P2:

±

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

SELECT

∂ F SPAN

SET

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

SELECT

∂ F SPAN

SET

r Set [RF/SQL] open or closed.
• See p. 83 for scan condition.
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
See pgs. 2, 30, 99 for details.

85

METER
Po

COMP
OFF
WIDE

Programmed
scan edges

12

AGC
MID

SCAN

∂F

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

ATT
OFF

FIL2

AGC
MID

ANT
1

P.AMP
1

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ATT
OFF

• Decimal points blink while scanning.

12:00

FIL2

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VFO
VFO

P.AMP
1

qw:pp

0
USB

t Push [(F-1)MEMO] to start the memory scan.

y When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
pauses or ignores it depending on the resume setting and the squelch condition.
u To cancel the scan, push [(F-1)MEMO].
2 or more memory channels must be programmed
for memory scan to start.

SCANS

9

■ Select memory scan operation
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Select memory mode.
e Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

12

TX
TX
METER
Po
P.AMP
1

USB

USB

COMP
OFF
WIDE

METER
Po

:

Programmed
scan edges

∂F

MEMO

P1:
P2:

±

USB

USB

FIL2

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USB

SCAN
SELECT MEMORY SCAN

COMP
OFF
WIDE

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

∂F

Span

:

Programmed
scan edges

∂F

MEMO

∂ F SPAN

SELECT

12:00

FIL2

AGC
MID

USB

VOX
OFF
Span

qw:pp

0
USB

14.100.00

VFO

ATT
OFF

SCAN

∂F

12ß
12

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1

USB

FIL2

14.100.00

1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

VFO
VFO

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AGC
MID
VOX
OFF

12:00

FIL2

14.100.00

VFO

ATT
OFF

ANT
1

qw:pp

0

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VFO
VFO

y Push [(F-3)SELECT] to start select memory scan;
push [(F-3)SELECT] again to return to memory
scan, if desired.

P1:
P2:

±

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

∂ F SPAN

SELECT

SET

SET

r Set [RF/SQL] open or closed.
• See p. 83 for scan condition.
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
See pgs. 2, 30, 99 for details.

t Push [(F-1)MEMO] to start the memory scan.
• Decimal points blink while scanning.

u When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
pauses or ignores it depending on the resume setting and the squelch condition.
i To cancel the scan, push [(F-1)MEMO].

9

2 or more memory channels must be designated
as select memory channels for select memory
scan to start.

■ Setting select memory channels
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Select memory mode.
e Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
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Programmed
scan edges

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P1:
P2:

±

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

SELECT

∂ F SPAN

SET

y Repeat steps r to t to program another memory
channel as a select memory channel, if desired.
u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the scan screen.
Select memory channels can also be set in the
memory channel screen. (p. 78)

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9

SCANS

■ Scan set mode
Scan set mode is used for programming scanning
speed and scan resume condition.

• Scan speed
The transceiver has 2 speeds for scanning, high and
low.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
SCAN

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF

∂F

COMP
OFF
WIDE
PROG

Span

Programmed
scan edges

:

±

P1:
P2:

∂F

10kHz

0.500.00MHz
29.999.99MHz

FINE

∂ F SPAN

• Scan resume condition
This item sets the scan resume function ON or OFF.
ON: scan resumes 10 sec. after stopping on a signal
(or 1 sec. after a signal disappears); OFF: scan does
not resume after stopping on a signal.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [(F-5)SCAN] to select the scan screen.
e Push [(F-5)SET] to select the scan set mode
screen.
Z] to select the scan resume condition
r Push [(F-2)Z
item.
SCAN SET

AGC
MID

SCAN Speed
SCAN Resume

SET

HIGH
ON

VOX
OFF

e Push [(F-5)SET] to select the scan set mode
screen.
Y] to select the scan speed item.
r Push [(F-1)Y
S C A N S p eed
eed
S C A N R e sume
sume

é

è

DEF

t Rotate the tuning dial to turn the scan resume
function ON or OFF.

SCAN SET

AGC
MID

COMP
OFF
WIDE

HIGH
H
IGH
ON
ON

• Push [(F-3)DEF] to select the default condition.

VOX
OFF

y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the scan set mode.

COMP
OFF
WIDE

é

è

DEF

t Rotate the tuning dial to select the scan speed.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] to select the default condition.

y Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the scan set mode.

■ Tone scan
The transceiver can detect the subaudible tone frequency in a received signal. By monitoring a signal
that is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone frequency required to access the repeater.
q Set the desired frequency or memory channel to
be checked for a tone frequency.
w Push [AM/FM] several times to select FM mode.
e Push [TONE] for 1 sec. to enter the tone frequency screen.

VOX
OFF

REPEATER TONE

88.5Hz

T-SQL TONE

88.5Hz

TONE
OFF
é

è

DEF

T-SCAN

Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to check the repeater
r Push [(F-1)Y
tone frequency or tone squelch frequency, respectively. (pgs. 52, 53)

87

• “SCAN” flashes while scanning.
AGC
FAST
VOX
OFF

TONE FREQUENCY

REPEATER TONE

188.8Hz

T-SQL TONE

88.5Hz

SCAN

TONE
T-SCAN

y When the tone frequency is detected, the tone
scan pauses.
• The tone frequency is set temporarily on a memory
channel. Program into the memory channel to store the
tone frequency permanently.
• The decoded tone frequency is used for the repeater
tone frequency or tone squelch frequency.

TONE FREQUENCY

AGC
FAST

t Push [(F-5)T-SCAN] to start the tone scan.

u To stop the scan, push [(F-5)T-SCAN].
i Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the tone frequency
screen.

ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION

10

■ Automatic antenna selection
The transceiver covers 0.1–60 MHz over 10 bands.
Each band key has a band memory which can memorize a selected antenna (ANT1, ANT2, ANT1/RX antenna and ANT2/RX antenna). When you change the
operating frequency beyond a band, the previously
used antenna is automatically selected for the new
band. This function is convenient when you use 2 or 3
antennas.
To use the band memory, enter set mode and confirm
that “Auto” is selected as the [ANT] switch item.
(p. 101)
AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE
é

O T H E R S SET
OTHERS
SET
F M S P LIT
L I T Offset(HF)
Offset(HF)
F M S P LIT
L I T Offset(50M)
Offset(50M)
S P L I T LOCK
LOCK
T u n e r (Auto
( A u t o Start)
Start)
T u n e r (PTT
( P T T Start)
Start)
[ A N T ] Switch
Switch
R T T Y Mark
M a r k Frequency
Frequency

è

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-0.100MHz
0.100MHz
-0.500MHz
-0.500MHz
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Auto
Auto
2125
2125

WIDE

• When OFF is selected, the [ANT] switch does not function
and [ANT1] is always selected.
• When “Manual” is selected, the [ANT] switch functions,
however, band memory does not function. In this case, you
must select an antenna manually.
• When “Auto” is selected (default setting), the antenna tuner
ON/OFF condition is also memorized in the band memory.
• When “Auto” or “Manual” is selected, the antenna tuner
ON/OFF condition is consistent with the [ANT] switch.

[ANT]

• Antenna switch selection example
Under the following condition, “Auto” should be selected as the [ANT] switch set mode item.
- When you use 2 antennas.
Under the following conditions, “Manual” should be selected as the [ANT] switch set mode item.
- When using 1 antenna.
- When using an external antenna selector for more
than 3 antennas (except for receive antenna).
- When using an external antenna tuner.

10

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10

ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION

■ Antenna tuner operation
The internal automatic antenna tuner matches the
transceiver to the connected antenna automatically.
Once the tuner matches an antenna, the variable capacitor angles are memorized as a preset point for
each frequency range (100 kHz steps). Therefore,
when you change the frequency range, the variable
capacitors are automatically preset to the memorized
point.
TUNER OPERATION
➥ Push the [TUNER] switch to turn the internal antenna tuner ON. The antenna is tuned automatically when the antenna SWR is higher than 1.5:1.

CAUTION: NEVER transmit with the tuner ON
when no antenna is connected. This will damage
the transceiver. Be careful of the antenna selection.

[TUNER]

• When the tuner is ON, the [TUNER] switch lights.

MANUAL TUNING
During SSB operation at low voice levels, the internal
tuner may not be tuned correctly. In such cases, manual tuning is helpful.

Push [TUNER] for 1 sec.

➥ Push [TUNER] for 1 sec., to start manual tuning.
• A side tone is emitted and [TUNER] blinks while tuning.
• If the tuner cannot reduce the SWR to less than 1.5:1
after 20 sec. of tuning, the [TUNER] switch indicator
goes out.

AUTOMATIC TUNER START (HF bands only)
If you want to deactivate the tuner under conditions
of VSWR 1.5:1 or less, use the auto tuner start function and turn the tuner OFF. This function activates
the tuner automatically when the SWR exceeds 1.5:1.
This function is turned ON in set mode. (p. 101).

PTT TUNER START
The tuner is always tuned when the PTT is pushed
after the frequency is changed (more than 1% from
last-tuned frequency). This function removes the
“push and hold [TUNER]” operation and activates for
the first transmission on a new frequency.
This function is turned ON in set mode. (p. 101).

NOTES:
• If the tuner cannot tune the antenna
Check the following and try again:
• the [ANT] connector selection.
• the antenna connection and feedline.
• the unaltered antenna SWR. (Less than 3:1 for HF bands;
Less than 2.5:1 for 50 MHz band)
• the transmit power. (8 W for HF bands; 15 W for 50 MHz
band)
• the power source voltage/capacity.

If the tuner cannot reduce the SWR to less than 1.5:1
after checking the above, perform the following:
• repeat manual tuning several times.
• tune with a 50 Ω dummy load and re-tune the antenna.
• turn power OFF and ON.
• adjust the antenna cable length.
(This is effective for higher frequencies in some cases.)
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• Tuning a narrow bandwidth antenna
Some antennas, especially for low bands, have a narrow bandwidth. These antennas may not be tuned at
the edge of their bandwidth, therefore, tune such an
antenna as follows:
Suppose you have an antenna which has an SWR of
1.5:1 at 3.55 MHz and an SWR of 3:1 at 3.8 MHz.
q Push [TUNER] to turn the antenna tuner ON.
w Select CW mode.
e Turn OFF the break-in function. (pgs. 4, 66)
r Push [TRANSMIT] to set to the transmit condition.
t Set 3.55 MHz and key down.
y Set 3.80 MHz and key down.
u Push [TRANSMIT] to return to the receive condition.

ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION

10

■ Optional external tuner operation
• AH-4/AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA
TUNER
The AH-4 matches the IC-756PROIII to a long wire
antenna more than 7 m/23 ft long (3.5 MHz and above).
The AH-3 matches the IC-756PROIII to a long wire
antenna more than 3 m/10 ft long (3.5 MHz and above)
or more than 12 m/40 ft long (1.8 MHz and above).

• When connecting the AH-4/AH-3, the antenna
connector assignments are [ANT2] for the internal tuner and [ANT1] for the AH-4/AH-3. The antenna indicator in the LCD displays “ANT1(EXT)”
when the AH-4/AH-3 is connected and selected.

• See p. 18 for the transceiver and AH-4/AH-3 connection.
• See the AH-4/AH-3 instruction manual for AH-4/AH-3 installation and antenna connection details.

• The AH-3 can be used for HF bands only. It cannot be used for the 50 MHz band.

AH-4/AH-3 setting example:

• AH-4/AH-3 operation

For mobile operation
Optional AH-2b
antenna element

Tuning is required for each frequency. Be sure to
re-tune the antenna before transmitting when you
change the frequency—even slightly.
q Set the desired frequency in an HF or 50 MHz
band for use with the AH-4. Set the desired frequency in an HF band for use with the AH-3.

For outdoor operation

• The AH-4/AH-3 will not operate on frequencies outside
of ham bands.
Long wire

10

w Push [TUNER] for 1 sec.
• The [TUNER] light blinks while tuning.

IC-756PROIII

[TUNER]

R DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE!
NEVER touch the antenna element while tuning
or transmitting.
NEVER operate the AH-4/AH-3 without an antenna
wire. The tuner and transceiver will be damaged.
NEVER operate the AH-4/AH-3 when it is not
grounded.
Transmitting before tuning may damage the transceiver. Note that the AH-4/AH-3 cannot tune when
using a 1⁄2 λ long wire or multiple of the operating frequency.

e The [TUNER] light lights constantly when tuning is
complete.
• When the connected wire cannot be tuned, the
[TUNER] light goes out and the AH-4/AH-3 is bypassed. At that point the antenna wire connection is to
the transceiver directly, and not via the AH-4/AH-3 antenna tuner.

r To bypass the AH-4/AH-3 manually, push
[TUNER].

• ANTENNA TUNER OF THE IC-PW1
When using an external antenna tuner such as the
IC-PW1’s tuner, tune with the external antenna tuner,
while the internal tuner is turned OFF. After tuning is
completed, turn the internal tuner ON. Otherwise,
both tuners tune simultaneously and correct tuning
may not be obtained.

See the instruction manual included with each antenna tuner for their respective operations.

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11

CLOCK AND TIMERS

■ Time set mode
The transceiver has a built-in 24-hour clock with
power-off and power-on timer functions. This is useful
when logging QSO’s and so on. The clock indication is
always displayed except after pushing [(F-INP)ENT].

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
menu screen.
e Push [(F-4)TIME] to enter the time set mode.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired
r Push [(F-1)Y
item.
t Rotate the tuning dial to set or select the desired
value or condition.
y Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the time set mode.

[(F-1)Y] [(F-2)Z] [(F-4)SET] [EXIT/SET]

Time (Now)
15:00

This item sets the current time for the built-in 24-hour
clock.

Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the time.

CLOCK2 Function
This item turns the clock 2 indication ON and OFF.
The clock 2 is convenient to indicate the UTC or other
country’s local time, etc.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to set the default value.

ON

OFF

The clock 2 is displayed The clock 2 does not disbelow the local time.
play.
(default)

CLOCK2 Offset
This item sets the desired off-set time period for the
clock 2 indication within –24:00 to +24:00 in 5 min.
steps.

0:00

+ 9:00

(default)

Rotate the tuning dial to set
the time.

ON

OFF

• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to set the default value.

Timer Function
This item sets the timer functions ON and OFF.
When the power-ON timer or the power-OFF timer is
used, “ON” must be selected in this item.
• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to set the default value.

The timer functions can be The timer functions cannot
operated. (default)
be operated.

Power-ON Timer set
This item sets the power-on time.

15:00
Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the time.

Power-OFF period
This item sets the power-off period for automatic shutdown after the power-on timer has turned power ON.

91

60min
Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the time.

CLOCK AND TIMERS

11

D Setting the current time
Y] to select
q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y
the Time (Now) item.
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(Now)
C L O C K2
K 2 Function
Function
C L O C K2
K 2 Offset
Offset
T i m e r Function
Function
P o w e r-ON
r - O N Timer
T i m e r Set
Set
P o w e r-OFF
r - O F F Period
Period

12:00
1
2:00
ON
ON
0:00
0:00
ON
ON
0:00
0:00
60min
60min

Time (Now)
CLOCK2 Function
CLOCK2 Offset
Timer Function
Power-ON Timer Set
Power-OFF Period
TIME-set

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0:00
ON
0:00
60min
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SET

e Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the set time.
• Push [EXIT/SET] to cancel the setting.
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r Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode.

D Clock2 function activity
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z]
q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y
to select the CLOCK2 Function item.
w Select the timer function activity using the tuning
dial.
e Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode.

TIME SET

AGC
MID

Time (Now)
CLOCK2 Function
CLOCK2 Offset
Timer Function
Power-ON Timer Set
Power-OFF Period

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

è

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ON
0:00
ON
0:00
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DEF

D Clock2 offset setting
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z]
q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y
to select the CLOCK2 Offset item.
w Rotate the tuning dial to set the offset time within
–24:00 to +24:00 in 5min. steps.
e Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode.

TIME SET

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

é

Time (Now)
CLOCK2 Function
CLOCK2 Offset
Timer Function
Power-ON Timer Set
Power-OFF Period

è

15:24
ON
0:00
ON
0:00
60min

DEF

D Timer function activity
The timer functions can be switched ON and OFF
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z]
q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y
to select the Timer Function item.

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

é

T i m e (Now)
(Now)
C L O CK2
C K 2 Function
Function
C L O CK2
C K 2 Offset
Offset
T i m er
e r Function
Function
P o w er-ON
e r - O N Timer
T i m e r Set
Set
P o w er-OFF
e r - O F F Period
Period

è

DEF

ON

: Activates the timer functions when [POWER]
is pushed momentarily. (default)
: Deactivates the timer functions even when
[POWER] is pushed momentarily.

OFF

TIME SET

AGC
MID

w Select the timer function activity using the tuning
dial.

15:24
1
5:24
ON
ON
0:00
0:00
ON
ON
0:00
0:00
60min
60min

TIME SET

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

é

Time (Now)
CLOCK2 Function
CLOCK2 Offset
Timer Function
Power-ON Timer Set
Power-OFF Period

è

15:24
ON
0:00
OFF
19:30
60min

DEF

e Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode.
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CLOCK AND TIMERS

D Setting power-on time
The transceiver can be set to turn ON automatically at
a specified time.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z]
q Entering time set mode, push [(F-1)Y
to select the Power-ON Time Set item.
TIME SET

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

é

T i m e ( Now)
Now)
C L O C K 2 Function
Function
C L O C K 2 Offset
Offset
T i m e r Function
Function
P o w e r - ON
O N Timer
T i m e r Set
Set
P o w e r - OFF
O F F Period
Period

15:24
1
5:24
ON
ON
0:00
0:00
ON
ON
0:00
0:00
60min
60min

w Set the desired power-on time using the tuning
dial.
• “TIMER–set Push [SET]” blinks.
TIME SET

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

é

Time (Now)
15:24
CLOCK2 Function
ON
CLOCK2 Offset
0:00
Timer Function
ON
Power-ON Timer Set
19:30
Power-OFF Period
60min
TIMER-set Push [SET]

è

SET

e Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the set time.

è

• Push [EXIT/SET] to cancel the setting.

r Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit time set mode.

D Setting power-off period
The transceiver can be set to turn OFF automatically
after being activated via the power-on timer. The
power-off period can be set to 5–120 min. in 5 min.
steps.

w Set the desired power-off time using the tuning
dial.
• “TIMER – set Push [SET]” blinks.
TIME SET

AGC
MID

Z] to select
q Entering time set mode, push [(F-2)Z
the Power-OFF Period item.
TIME SET

AGC
MID
VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

é

T i m e ( Now)
Now)
C L O C K 2 Function
Function
C L O C K 2 Offset
Offset
T i m e r Function
Function
P o w e r - ON
O N Timer
T i m e r Set
Set
P o w e r - OFF
O F F Period
Period

15:24
1
5:24
ON
ON
0:00
0:00
ON
ON
19:30
19:30
60min
60min

è

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

é

• The [POWER] light lights when the timer function is
ON.

e Push [POWER] for 1 sec. to turn the power OFF.
• The [POWER] light lights continuously.

r When the set time arrives, the power is automatically turned ON.
t The transceiver emits 10 beeps and turns OFF
after the power-off period elapses.
• The [POWER] light blinks while beeping.
• Push [POWER] momentarily to cancel the power-off
timer, if desired.

The timer function in time set mode must be turned
ON to enable the timer operation. See above for
details.

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è

SET

e Push [(F-4)SET] to enter the set time.
• Push [EXIT/SET] to cancel the setting.

r Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit timer set mode.

D Timer operation
q Preset the power-on time and power-off period as
described previously.
w Push [POWER] momentarily to turn the timer function ON.

Time (Now)
15:24
CLOCK2 Function
ON
CLOCK2 Offset
0:00
Timer Function
ON
Power-ON Timer Set
19:30
Power-OFF Period
45min
TIMER-set Push [SET]

[POWER]

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SET MODE
■ Set mode description

q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
menu screen.
e Push [(F-1)LEVEL], [(F-2)DISP], [(F-3)DSP], [(F4)TIME] or [(F-5)OTHERS] to enter the desired set
mode.
r For level, display or miscellaneous (others) set
mode, push [(F-5)WIDE] to toggle wide and normal
screen.
Y] or [(F-2)Z
Z] to select the desired
t Push [(F-1)Y
item.
y Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.

Set mode is used for programming infrequently
changed values or conditions of functions. This transceiver has a level set mode, display set mode, timer
set mode and miscellaneous (others) set mode.

• Set mode operation
[(F-2)] [(F-4)] [(F-5)]

• Push [(F-3)DEF] for 1 sec. to select a default condition
or value.

u Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the set mode.

[(F-1)] [(F-3)] [EXIT/SET] Tuning dial

• Start up screen
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DISPLAY SET
Contrast (LCD)
Bright
(LCD)
Horizon
Backlight(Switches)
Display Type
Display Font
Memory Name

é

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MID

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50%
4
8
A
Basic1
ON

12
WIDE

DEF

BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF
SCOPE

VOICE

MEMORY

KEYER

SCAN

• DSP set mode (p. 99)

Push
AGC
MID

EXIT/SET

for 1 sec.

F-3

• Set mode menu screen
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SET MODE

AGC
MID

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SET
M O D E MENU
MENU
LEVEL
LEVEL

T X Tone,Monitor,Side
TX
T o n e , M o n i t o r , S i d e Tone
T o n e etc
etc

DISP
DISP

Bright,Contrast,Style,Font
B r i g h t , C o n t r a s t , S t y l e , F o n t etc
etc

DSP
DSP

D S P Filter
DSP
F i l t e r Type
Type

TIME
TIME

Clock/Timer
Clock/Timer

OTHERS
OTHERS

O t h e r Set
Other
S e t Mode
Mode

LEVEL

DISP

DSP

F-4

BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF

TIME

é

OTHERS

TIME SET
Time (Now)
CLOCK2 Function
CLOCK2 Offset
Timer Function
Power-ON Timer Set
Power-OFF Period

12:00
ON
0:00
ON
0:00
60min

è

F-1

• Miscellaneous (others) set mode (p. 99)

• Level set mode (p. 95)
AGC
MID

BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF

é

L E V E L SET
LEVEL
SSB
S
SB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB
SSB

Tx
T x Tone
T o n e (Bass)
(Bass)
Tx
T x Tone
T o n e (Treble)
(Treble)
TBW
T B W (WIDE)
(WIDE) L
TBW
T B W (WIDE)
(WIDE) H
TBW
T B W (MID)
(MID)
L
TBW
T B W (MID)
(MID)
H
TBW
T B W (NAR)
(NAR)
L

è

DEF

AGC
MID

0
0
100
1
00
2900
2900
300
300
2700
2700
500
500

F5

BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF

é

OTHERS SET
Calibration Marker
Beep(Confirmation)
Beep(Band Edge)
RF/SQL Control
Quick Dualwatch
Quick SPRIT
FM SPLIT Offset(HF)

è

DEF

OFF
ON
ON
RF+SQL
ON
ON
-0.100MHz

WIDE

94

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SET MODE

■ Level set mode
SSB Tx Tone (Bass)
This item adjusts the bass level of the transmit audio
tone in SSB mode from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps.

0dB
0 dB (default)

SSB Tx Tone (Treble)
This item adjusts the treble level of the transmit audio
tone in SSB mode from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps.

0dB
0 dB (default)

SSB TBW (WIDE) L
These items set the transmission passband width for
wide setting by selecting the lower and higher frequencies.
Lower freq. : 100 (default), 300 and 500 Hz

100
100 Hz (default)

SSB TBW (WIDE) H
These items set the transmission passband width for
wide setting by selecting the lower and higher frequencies.
Higher freq.: 2500, 2700 and 2900 Hz (default)

2900
2900 Hz (default)

SSB TBW (MID) L
These items set the transmission passband width for
middle setting by selecting the lower and higher frequencies.
Lower freq. : 100, 300 (default) and 500 Hz

300
300 Hz (default)

SSB TBW (MID) H
These items set the transmission passband width for
middle setting by selecting the lower and higher frequencies.
Higher freq.: 2500, 2700 (default) and 2900 Hz

2700
2700 Hz (default)

SSB TBW (NAR) L
These items set the transmission passband width for
narrow setting by selecting the lower and higher frequencies.
Lower freq. : 100, 300 and 500 Hz (default)

95

500
500 Hz (default)

SET MODE

12

■ Level set mode (continued)
SSB TBW (NAR) H
2500

These items set the transmission passband width for
narrow setting by selecting the lower and higher frequencies.
Lower freq. : 2500 (default), 2700 and 2900 Hz

2500 Hz (default)

Monitor Level
This item adjusts the transmit IF signal monitor level
from 0% to 100% in 1% steps.

50%
50% (default)

See p. 70 for details.

Side Tone Level
This item adjusts the CW side tone level from 0% to
100% in 1% steps.

50%
50% (default)

See p. 70 for details.

Side Tone Level Limit
This item allows you to set a maximum volume level
for CW side tones. CW side tones are linked to the
[AF] control until a specified volume level is reached
— further rotation of the [AF] control will not increase
the volume of the CW side tones.

ON

OFF

CW side tone level is limited CW side tone level is linked
with [AF] (default)
to [AF]

12

Beep Level
This item adjusts the volume level for confirmation
beep tones from 0% to 100% in 1% steps. When
beep tones are turned OFF, this setting has no effect.

50%
50% (default)

Beep Level Limit
This item allows you to set a maximum volume level
for confirmation beep tones. Confirmation beep tones
are linked to the [AF] control until a specified volume
level is reached — further rotation of the [AF] control
will not increase the volume of the beep tones.

ON

OFF

Beep level is limited with Beep level is linked to [AF]
[AF] (default)

96

12

SET MODE

■ Display set mode
To adjust the LCD contrast or backlight, wait until
the LCD becomes stable (10 min. or more after turning power ON). This is an inherent characteristic of
LCDs and LCD backlights and does not indicate a
transceiver malfunction.

Contrast (LCD)
60%

This item adjusts the contrast of the LCD from 0% to
100% in 1% steps.

60% (default)

Backlight (LCD)
50%

This item adjusts the brightness of the LCD from 0%
to 100% in 1% steps.

50% (default)

Horizon
4

This item adjusts the horizontal position of the LCD
from 1 to 8.

Horizontal position is 4. (default)

Backlight(Switches)
8

This item adjusts the brightness of the switches from
1 to 8.

Backlight level is 8. (Maximum; default)

Display Type
A

This item sets the LCD screen type. There are 8 selectable types: A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H.

A-type LCD screen (default)

Display Font
Italic2

This item sets the font of the frequency readouts.
There are 7 selectable fonts: Basic1, Basic2, Pop,
7seg (7 segment numeral), Italic 1, Italic 2 and Classic.

Italic 2 font (default)

Memory Name
This item sets the memory name indication ON and
OFF.
See p. 81 for details.

97

ON

OFF

Memory name is displayed. Memory name is not dis(default)
played.

SET MODE

12

■ Display set mode (continued)
Screen Saver Function
This item sets the screen saver setting from 60 min,
30 min, 15 min and OFF.

60 min
Screen saver function activates after 60 minute of inactivity.
(default)

30 min
Screen saver function activates after 30 minute of inactivity.

15 min
Screen saver function activates after 15 minute of inactivity.

OFF
Screen saver function is OFF.

My Call
Your call sign, etc. can be displayed in the opening
screen when turning power ON. Up to 10 characters
can be programmed.
Capital letters, numerals, some symbols (– / . ) and
spaces can be used.
q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
w Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. then [(F-2)DISP] momentarily to select the display set mode screen.
Z] several times to select the ‘My Call’
e Push [(F-2)Z
item.

• Push [ABC] to select capital letters.
• Push [123] or [etc] to toggle numerals and symbols.
Ω] or [(F-2)≈
≈] for cursor movement.
• Push [(F-1)Ω
• Push [(F-3)DEL] to delete the selected character.
• Push [(F-4)SPACE] to input a space.

y Push [EXIT/SET] to input the set name.
• The cursor disappears.

u Push [EXIT/SET] to exit the set mode screen.

12

• Opening screen example

DISPLAY SET

AGC
MID

VOX
OFF
COMP
OFF
WIDE

Brigh t
(LCD)
Horiz o n
Backl i g h t ( S w i t c h e s )
Displ a y T y p e
Displ a y F o n t
Memor y N a m e
My Cal l

é

50%
4
8
A
Basic1
ON
JA3YUA

è

NOW CALIBRATING
DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

WIDE

EDIT

r Push [(F-4)EDIT] to edit.

PLEASE WAIT FOR 10sec.

ja3yua

• A cursor appears and blinks.
Selected
character
Character
group
keys

t Input the desired character by rotating the tuning
dial or by pushing the band key for number input.

ABC

ABC

123

ç

DISPLAY SET

Bright
(LCD)
Horizon
Backlight(Switches)
Display Type
Display Font
Memory Name
My Call

å

DEL

50%
4
8
A
Basic1
ON
_A3YUA

SPACE

WIDE

98

12

SET MODE

■ DSP filter set mode
To suit your operating style, the type of DSP filter
shape for SSB and CW can be selected.

AGC
MID

DSP FILTER SET

SSB

SHARP

CW

SHARP

BK-IN
OFF

q Push the [EXIT/SET] several times to close a
multi-function screen, if necessary.
w Push the [EXIT/SET] switch for 1 sec. to enter set
mode.
e Push the [(F-3)DSP] switch to enter the DSP filter
set mode.
r Push one of [(F-2)SSB-FIL] or [(F-4)CW-FIL] to
select the desired DSP filter shape from sharp and
soft for SSB or CW mode, respectively.
t Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit the DSP filter set
mode.

1/4
OFF
SSB-FIL

Push
SSB

F-2

SOFT

CW-FIL

Push
CW

F-4

SOFT

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode
Calibration Marker
This item is used for a simple frequency check of the
transceiver.

ON

OFF

Calibration marker ON

Calibration marker OFF
(default)

See p. 109 for calibration procedure.
Turn the calibration marker OFF after checking the
frequency of the transceiver.

Beep(Confirmation)
A beep sounds each time a switch is pushed to confirm it. This function can be turned OFF for silent operation.

ON

OFF

Confirmation beep ON
(default)

Confirmation beep OFF

ON

OFF

Band edge beep ON
(default)

Band edge beep OFF

The volume level can be set in level set mode. (p. 96)

Beep(Band Edge)
A beep sounds when an operating frequency enters
or exits an amateur band. This functions independent
of the confirmation beep setting (above).
The volume level can be set in level set mode. (p. 96)

RF/SQL Control
The [RF/SQL] control can be set as the RF/squelch
control (default), the squelch control only (RF gain is
fixed at maximum) or ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in SSB,
CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and FM).
See pgs. 2, 30 for details.

99

RF+SQL

[RF/SQL] control as RF/squelch control
(default)

SQL

[RF/SQL] control as squelch control

AUTO

[RF/SQL] control as RF gain control in SSB,
CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and
FM

SET MODE

12

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)
Quick Dualwatch
When this item is set to ON, pushing [DUALWATCH]
for 1 sec. sets the sub readout frequency to the main
readout frequency and activates dualwatch operation.

ON

OFF

Quick dualwatch ON
(default)

Quick dualwatch OFF

ON

OFF

Quick split ON
(default)

Quick split OFF

See p. 63 for details.

Quick SPLIT
When this item is set to ON, pushing [SPLIT] for 1
sec. sets the sub readout frequency to the main readout frequency and activates split operation.
See p. 72 for details.

FM SPLIT Offset(HF)
This item sets the offset (difference between transmit
and receive frequencies) for the quick split function.
However, this setting is used for HF bands in FM
mode only and is used to input the repeater offset for
an HF band.

-0.100MHz

-4.000MHz

Minus 0.1 MHz offset
(default)

Minus 4.0 MHz offset

The offset frequency can be set from –4 MHz to
+4 MHz in 1 kHz steps.

12

FM SPLIT Offset(50M)
This item sets the offset (difference between transmit
and receive frequencies) for the quick split function.
However, this setting is used for 50 MHz band FM
mode only, and is used to input the repeater offset for
the 50 MHz band.

-0.500MHz

+4.000MHz

Minus 0.5 MHz offset
(default)

Plus 4.0 MHz offset

ON

OFF

Split lock function ON

Split lock function OFF
(default)

The offset frequency can be set from –4 MHz to
+4 MHz in 1 kHz steps.

SPLIT LOCK
When this item is ON, the tuning dial can be used to
adjust the transmit frequency while pushing [XFC]
even while the lock function is activated.
See p. 71 for split frequency operation details.

100

12

SET MODE

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)
Tuner (Auto Start)
The internal antenna tuner has an automatic start capability which starts tuning if the SWR is higher than
1.5–3:1.

ON

OFF

Automatic tuner start
ON

Automatic tuner start
OFF (default)

ON

OFF

Automatic PTT start
ON

Automatic PTT start
OFF (default)

When “OFF” is selected, the tuner remains OFF even
when the SWR is poor (1.5–3:1). When “ON” is selected, automatic tune starts even when the tuner is
turned OFF.

Tuner (PTT Start)
Tuning of the internal antenna tuner can be started
automatically at the moment the PTT is pushed after
the operating frequency is changed (more than 1%
from last-tuned frequency).

[ANT] Switch
You can set the antenna connector selection to automatic, manual or non-selection (when using 1 antenna only).

Auto

Antenna switch is activated and the
selection is automatically memorized.
(default)

When “Auto” is selected, the antenna switch is activated and the band memory memorizes the selected
antenna. See p. 88 for details.

Manual

Antenna switch is activated.

OFF

Antenna switch is deactivated and
[ANT1] is always selected.

When “Manual” is selected, the antenna switch is activated and selects an antenna manually.
When “OFF” is selected, the antenna switch is not activated and does not function. The [ANT1] connector
is always selected in this case.

RTTY Mark Frequency
This item selects the RTTY mark frequency. RTTY
mark frequency is switched between 1275, 1615 and
2125 Hz.

2125

1275

2125 Hz RTTY mark
frequency (default)

1275 Hz RTTY mark
frequency

RTTY Shift Width
This item adjusts the RTTY shift width. There are 3
selectable values: 170, 200 and 425 Hz.

170

425

170 Hz RTTY shift
frequency (default)

425 Hz RTTY shift
frequency

Normal

Reverse

Normal polarity (default)

Reverse polarity

RTTY Keying Polarity
This item selects the RTTY keying polarity. Normal or
reverse keying polarity can be selected.
When reverse polarity is selected, Mark and Space
are reversed.
- Normal : Key open/close = Mark/Space
- Reverse : Key open/close = Space/Mark
101

SET MODE

12

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)
SPEECH Language
When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is
installed, you can select between English and Japanese as the language.

English

Japanese

English announcement
(default)

Japanese announcement

HIGH

LOW

Faster announcement
(default)

Slower announcement

ON

OFF

Signal level announcement
(default)

No signal level
announcement

See p. 105 for unit installation.

SPEECH Speed
When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is
installed, you can select between faster or slower
synthesizer output.
See p. 105 for unit installation.

SPEECH S-Level
When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is
installed, you can have frequency, mode and signal
level announcement. Signal level announcement can
be deactivated if desired.
When “OFF” is selected, the signal level is not announced.
See p. 105 for unit installation.

12

Memopad Numbers
This item sets the number of memo pad channels
available. 5 or 10 memo pads can be set.

5

10

5 memo pads
(default)

10 memo pads

102

12

SET MODE

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)
MAIN DIAL Auto TS
This item sets the auto tuning step function. When rotating the tuning dial rapidly, the tuning step automatically changes several times as selected.
There are 2 type of auto tuning steps: HIGH (Fastest)
and LOW (Faster).

HIGH

Auto tuning step is turned ON.
Fastest tuning step during rapid rotation
(default)

LOW

Auto tuning step is turned ON.
Faster tuning step during rapid rotation

OFF

Auto tuning step is turned OFF.

MIC Up/Down Speed
This item sets the rate at which frequencies are
scanned when the microphone [UP]/[DN] switches
are pushed and held. High or low can be selected.

HIGH

LOW

High speed (default,
50 tuning steps/sec.)

Low speed
(25 tuning steps/sec.)

ON

OFF

Quick RIT/∂TX Clear
This item selects the RIT/∂TX frequency clearing instruction with the [CLEAR] switch.

Clears the RIT/∂TX fre- Clears the RIT/∂TX frequency when [CLEAR] is quency when [CLEAR] is
pushed momentarily.
pushed for 1 sec.
(default)

SSB/CW Synchronous Tuning
This item selects the displayed frequency shift function from ON and OFF.
When this function is activated, the receiving signal
can be kept to receive even when the operating mode
is changed between SSB and CW.

ON

OFF

The displayed frequency The displayed frequency
shifts when the operating does not shift.
mode is changed between (default)
SSB and CW.

The frequency shifting value may differ according
to the CW pitch setting.

CW Normal Side
Selects the carrier point of CW mode from LSB and
USB.

103

LSB

USB

The carrier point is set to The carrier point is set to
LSB side.
USB side.
(default)

SET MODE

12

■ Miscellaneous (others) set mode (continued)
External Keypad
This item sets the external keypad capability and
function.
For your information
The following diagram shows the equivalent circuit of
an external keypad and connects to the pin 3 and
pin 7 of the [MIC] connector (p. 18).
4.7kΩ
±5%

S4
(T4/M4)

2.2kΩ
±5%

S3
(T3/M3)

1.5kΩ
±5%

1.5kΩ
±5%

S2
(T2/M2)

S1
(T1/M1)

Auto

Pushing one of external keypad
switches, transmits the desired voice
memory during a phone mode (SSB,
AM or FM), or memory keyer contents
during CW mode operation.

VOICE PLAY(TX)
Pushing one of external keypad
switches, transmits the desired voice
memory contents during a phone
mode operation.

To [MIC] connector pin e

KEYER SEND

Pushing one of external keypad
switches, transmits the desired keyer
memory contents during CW mode
operation.

OFF

External keypad does not function.
(default)

To [MIC] connector pin u

USER EXTERNAL KEYPAD

CI-V Baud Rate
This item sets the data transfer rate. 300, 1200, 4800,
9600, 19200 bps and “Auto” are available.
When “Auto” is selected, the baud rate is automatically set according to the connected controller or remote controller.

Auto

19200

Auto baud rate
(default)

19200 bps

12

CI-V Address
To distinguish equipment, each CI-V transceiver has
its own Icom standard address in hexadecimal code.
The IC-756PROIII’s address is 6Eh.

6Eh

7Fh

Address of 6Eh
(default)

Address of 7Fh

ON

OFF

Transceive ON
(default)

Transceive OFF

ON

OFF

4 bytes of frequency data

5 bytes of frequency data
(default)

When 2 or more IC-756PROIII’s are connected to an
optional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER, rotate the tuning dial to select a different address for each IC756PROIII in the range 01h to 7Fh.

CI-V Transceive
Transceive operation is possible with the IC-756PROIII
connected to other Icom HF transceivers or receivers.
When “ON” is selected, changing the frequency, operating mode, etc. on the IC-756PROIII automatically
changes those of connected transceivers (or receivers) and vice versa.

CI-V with IC-731
When connecting the IC-756PROIII to the IC-735 for
transceive operation, you must change the operating
frequency data length to 4 bytes.
• This item must be set to “ON” only when operating the
transceiver with the IC-735.

104

13

OPTION INSTALLATION

■ Opening the transceiver’s cases
Follow the case and cover opening procedures shown
here when you want to install an optional unit or adjust
the internal units, etc.

CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable
from the transceiver before performing any work on
the transceiver. Otherwise, there is danger of electric shock and/or equipment damage.

q Remove 2 screws from the left side of the transceiver to remove the carrying handle as shown
below.

w Remove 7 screws from the top of the transceiver
and 4 screws from the sides, then lift up the top
cover.
e Turn the transceiver upside down.
r Remove 6 screws from the bottom of the transceiver, then lift up the bottom cover.

■ UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT

➥ Push [LOCK/SPEECH] for 1 sec. to announce the
frequency, etc.
q Remove the top and bottom covers as shown
above.
w Remove the protective paper attached to the bottom of the UT-102 to expose the adhesive strip.
e Plug UT-102 into J3502 on the MAIN unit as
shown in the diagram at right.
r Adjust the trimmer SPCH to set the speech level if
desired. Refer to inside views on p. 106.
t Return the top and bottom covers to their original
positions.

105

MAIN unit

2
-10
UT

The UT-102 announces the accessed readout’s frequency, mode, etc. (S-meter level can also be announced—p. 102) in a clear, electronically-generated
voice, in English (or Japanese).

UT-102

J3502

INTERNAL VIEWS

14

• Top view

PA unit

PA fuse (FGB 5 A)

Internal antenna
tuner

FILTER unit

• Bottom view

13
14

RF unit
BPF unit
Clock backup battery

PRE AMP unit

PLL unit

SPCH
Optional voice
synthesizer level adj.
Space for optional
voice synthesizer
(UT-102)
DSP unit

MAIN unit

106

15

MAINTENANCE

■ Troubleshooting
The following chart is designed to help you correct
problems which are not equipment malfunctions.

POWER

PROBLEM

If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem or
solve it through the use of this chart, contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

RECEIVE

REF.

Power does not come on • Power cable is improperly connected.
when the [POWER] switch • Fuse is blown.
is pushed.

• Re-connect the DC power cable correctly.
p. 16
• Check for the cause, then replace the fuse with p. 108
the spare one.
(Fuses are installed in the DC power cable and
the internal PA unit.)

No sounds come out from • Volume level is too low.
the speaker.
• The squelch is closed.

• Rotate [AF] clockwise to obtain a suitable lis- p. 1
tening level.
• Turn [RF/SQL] to 10 o’clock position to open p. 2
the squelch.
• Push [TRANSMIT] to receive or check the p. 1
SEND line of an external unit, if desired.

• The transceiver is in transmitting condition.
Sensitivity is too low, and • The antenna is not connected properly.
only strong signals are au- • The antenna for another band is selected.
dible.
• The antenna is not properly tuned.
• The attenuator is activated.

• Re-connect to the antenna connector.
—
• Select an antenna suitable for the operating fre- pgs. 3,
quency.
88
• Push [TUNER] for 1 sec. to manually tune the p. 89
antenna.
• Push [ATT] several times to select “ATT OFF.” p. 3

Received audio is unclear • Wrong operating mode is selected.
• Select a suitable operating mode.
or distorted.
• PBT function is activated.
• Push [PBT CLR] for 1 sec. to reset the function.
• Noise blanker is turned ON when receiving a • Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker OFF.
strong signal.
• Preamp is activated.
• Push [P.AMP] once or twice to turn the function
OFF.
• The noise reduction is activated and the [NR] • Set the [NR] control for maximum readability.
control is too far clockwise.
The [ANT] switch does not • The antenna switch has not been activated.
function.

TRANSMIT

SOLUTION

p. 29
p. 60
p. 64
p. 3
p. 65

• Set the antenna switch in set mode to “Auto” or p. 88
“Manual.”

Transmitting is impossible. • The operating frequency is not set to a ham • Set the frequency to a ham band.
band.

p. 25

Output power is too low.

p. 2
p. 1
p. 3

• [RF POWER] is set too far counterclockwise
• [MIC GAIN] is set too far counterclockwise
• The antenna for another band is selected.
• The antenna is not properly tuned.

• Rotate [RF POWER] clockwise.
• Set [MIC GAIN] to a suitable position.
• Select an antenna suitable for the operating frequency.
• Push [TUNER] for 1 sec. to manually tune the
antenna.

p. 89

∂TX] to turn the function OFF.
You can receive signals, • RIT or ∂TX function is activated.
• Push [RIT] or [∂
p. 6
but no contact possible • Split frequency function and/or dualwatch are • Push [SPLIT] and/or [DUALWATCH] to turn the pgs. 8,
with another station.
activated.
function OFF.
63, 71
Transmit signal is unclear • [MIC GAIN] is set too far clockwise.
• Set [MIC GAIN] to a suitable position.
or distorted.
• The speech compressor function is activated. • Push [COMP] to turn the function OFF.

p. 1
p.68

Repeater cannot be ac- • Split frequency function is not activated.
• Push [SPLIT] to turn the function ON
cessed.
• Programmed subaudible tone frequency is set • Reset the frequency using set mode.
at wrong frequency.

p. 8
p. 52

SCAN

Programmed scan does • Squelch is open.
• Set [RF/SQL] to the threshold point.
p. 2
not stop.
• [RF/SQL] is assigned to RF gain control and • Reset [RF/SQL] control assignment and set it to pgs. 2,
squelch is open.
the threshold point.
30, 99
Programmed scan does • The same frequencies have been programmed • Program different frequencies in scan edge p. 79
not start.
in scan edge memory channels P1 and P2.
memory channel P1 and P2.
Memory scan does not • 2 or more memory channels have not been • Program more than 2 memory channels.
start.
programmed.

p. 79

Select memory scan does • 2 or more memory channels have not been • Designate more than 2 memory channels as se- pgs. 78,
not start.
designated as select channels.
lect channels for the scan.
86

107

MAINTENANCE

DISPLAY

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

The displayed frequency • The dial lock function is activated.
does not change properly. • A set mode screen is selected.

REF.

• Push [LOCK/SPEECH] to turn the function OFF. p. 65
• Push [EXIT/SET] several times to exit the set pgs. 10,
mode screen.
94
• Reset the CPU.
p. 21

• The internal CPU has malfunctioned.

■ Fuse replacement

15

DC POWER CABLE FUSE REPLACEMENT

If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, try
to find the source of the problem, and replace the damaged fuse with a new, rated fuse.
30 A
fuse

CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable
from the transceiver when changing a fuse.
The IC-756PROIII has 2 types of fuses installed for
transceiver protection.
• DC power cable fuses ................................ FGB 30 A
• Circuitry fuse ................................................ FGB 5 A
CIRCUITRY FUSE REPLACEMENT
The 13.8 V DC from the DC power cable is conver
ted to 5 V or 8 V and applied to all units in the IC756PROIII, except for the power amplifier, through
the circuitry fuse. This fuse is installed in the PA unit.

e Replace the circuitry fuse as shown in the diagram
below.
r Replace the PA shielding plate and top cover.
Circuitry fuse (FGB 5 A)

q Remove the top cover as shown on p. 105.
w Remove 11 screws from the PA shielding plate,
then remove the plate.

15

■ Clock backup battery replacement
The transceiver has a lithium backup battery
(CR2032) inside for clock and timer functions. The
usual life of the backup battery is approximately 2
years.
When the backup battery is exhausted, the transceiver transmits and receives normally but cannot retain the current time.
See p. 106 for battery location.

108

15

MAINTENANCE

■ Tuning dial brake adjustment
The tension of the tuning dial may be adjusted to suit
your preference.
The brake adjustment screw is located on the right
side of the tuning dial. See the figure at right.
Turn the brake adjustment screw clockwise or counterclockwise to obtain a comfortable tension level
while turning the dial continuously and evenly in one
direction.

■ Frequency calibration (approximate)
A very accurate frequency counter is required to calibrate the frequency of the transceiver. However, a
rough check may be performed by receiving radio
station WWV, or other standard frequency signals.

CAUTION: Your transceiver has been thoroughly adjusted and checked at the factory before
being shipped. You should not calibrate frequencies, except for special reasons.
q Push [SSB] to select USB mode.
w Push [PBT CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the PBT settings and make sure that the RIT/∂TX function is
not activated.
e Set the frequency to the standard frequency station minus 1 kHz.
• When receiving WWV (10.000.00 MHz) as a standard
frequency, set the operating frequency for
9.999.00 MHz.
• Other standard frequencies can also be used.
ANT
1

BW 2.4k SFT

TX
TX

VFO

AGC
MID
BK-IN
OFF
1/4
OFF
é

OTHERS SET
Calibration Marker
Beep(Confirmation)
Beep(Band Edge)
RF/SQL Control
Quick Dualwatch
Quick SPRIT
FM SPLIT Offset(HF)

è

DEF

ON
ON
ON
RF+SQL
ON
ON
-0.100MHz

WIDE

o Adjust the calibration pot on the right side panel of
the transceiver for a zero beat with the received
standard signal as shown below.
• Zero beat means that two signals are exactly the same
frequency, resulting in a single tone being emitted.

qw:pp

FIL2

o.ooo.pp

METER
Po

1

14.100.00

USB

r Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multifunction screen, if necessary.
t Push [EXIT/SET] for 1 sec. to select the set mode
screen.
y Push [(F-5)OTHERS] to enter miscellaneous (others) set mode.

109

• Side tone may be heard.

qw:pp

0
USB

Y] several times to select the “Calibrau Push [(F-1)Y
tion marker” item.
i Rotate the tuning dial clockwise to turn the calibration marker ON.

!0 Rotate the tuning dial counterclockwise to turn the
calibration marker OFF.
!1 Push [EXIT/SET] twice to exit set mode.

CONTROL COMMAND

16

■ Remote jack (CI-V) information
• CI-V connection example
The transceiver can be connected through an optional
CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER to a personal computer
equipped with an RS-232C port. The Icom Communications Interface-V (CI-V) controls the following functions of the transceiver.

IC-756PROIII
9–15 V
DC

Up to 4 Icom CI-V transceivers or transceivers can be
connected to a personal computer equipped with an
RS-232C port. See p. 104 for setting the CI-V condition using set mode.

personal
computer

ct- 17

• Data format

mini-plug cable

The CI-V system can be operated using the following
data formats. Data formats differ according to command numbers. A data area or sub command is added
for some commands.

6E

E0

Cn

Sc

Data area

FD

FE FE

E0

6E

Sub command number
(see command table)

BCD code data for
frequency or memory
number entry

End of message
code (fixed)

Preamble
code (fixed)

Controller’s
default address

Transceiver’s
default address

u

FB

FD

End of message
code (fixed)

FE FE

Controller’s
default address

y

(fixed)

t

(fixed)

r

NG code OK code

e

Command number

w

(see the command table)

q

Transceiver’s
default address

OK message to controller

Preamble
code (fixed)

Controller to IC-756PROIII

15
FE FE

E0

6E

Cn

Sc

q

w

e

r

t

IC-756PROIII to controller

Data area
y

FD

FE FE

E0

6E

FA

FD

16

u

NG message to controller

110

16

CONTROL COMMAND

• Command table
Command

Sub command

00

—

01

Same as
command 06

02

—

Read band edge frequencies

03

—

Read operating frequency

04

—

Read operating mode

05

—

Set frequency data

06

00
01
02
03
04
05
07
08

Select LSB
Select USB
Select AM
Select CW
Select RTTY
Select FM
Select CW-R
Select RTTY-R

07

—
B0
B1
C0
C1
D0
D1

Select VFO mode
Exchange main and sub readouts
Equalize main and sub readouts
Turn the dualwatch OFF
Turn the dualwatch ON
Select main readout
Select sub readout

—

Select memory mode

08

0001–0101*1

Command

Sub command

Description

12

00
01

Select/read antenna selection
(00=ANT1, 01=ANT2 : Add 0 or 1
to turn [RX ANT] OFF or ON, respectively.)

13

00
01
02

Announce with voice synthesizer
(00=all data; 01=frequency and
S-meter level; 02=receive mode)

Send mode data

14

Select memory channel
*1P1=0100, P2=0101

09

—

Memory write

0A

—

Memory to VFO

0B

—

Memory clear

0E

00
01
02
03
12
13
22
23

Scan stop
Programmed/memory scan start
Programmed scan start
∂F scan start
Fine programmed scan start
Fine ∂F scan start
Memory scan start
Select memory scan start

0E

A1–A7

B0
B1
D0
D3

Set ∂F scan span (A1=±5 kHz,
A2=±10 kHz, A3=±20 kHz,
A4=±50 kHz, A5=±100 kHz,
A6=±500 kHz, A7=±1 MHz)
Set as non-select channel
Set as select channel
Set scan resume OFF
Set scan resume ON

0F

00
01

Turn the split function OFF
Turn the split function ON

10

00
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08

Select 10 Hz (1 Hz) tuning step
Select 100 Hz tuning step
Select 1 kHz tuning step
Select 5 kHz tuning step
Select 9 kHz tuning step
Select 10 kHz tuning step
Select 12.5 kHz tuning step
Select 20 kHz tuning step
Select 25 kHz tuning step

00
06
12
18

Attenuator OFF
Attenuator ON (6 dB)
Attenuator ON (12 dB)
Attenuator ON (18 dB)

11

111

Description
Send frequency data

01 + Level data [AF] level setting (0=max. CCW to
255=max. CW)
02 + Level data [RF] level setting (0=max. CCW to
255=11 o’clock)
03 + Level data [SQL] level setting (0=11 o’clock to
255=max. CW)
06 + Level data [NR] level setting (0=min. to
255=max.)
07 + Level data Inside [TWIN PBT] setting or IF
shift setting (0=max. CCW,
128=center, 255=max. CW)
08 + Level data Outside [TWIN PBT] setting
(0=max. CCW, 128=center,
255=max. CW)
09 + Level data [CW PITCH] setting (0=low pitch
to 255=high pitch)
0A + Level data [RF POWER] setting (0=mini. to
255=max.)
0B + Level data [MIC GAIN] setting (0=mini. to
255=max.)
0C + Level data [KEY SPEED] setting (0=slow to
255=fast)
0D + Level data [NOTCH] setting (0=low freq. to
255=high freq.)
0E + Level data [COMP] setting (0=mini. to
255=max.)
0F + Level data [BK-IN DELAY] setting (0=short
delay to 255=long delay)
10 + Level data [BAL] level setting (0=max. CCW,
128=center, 255=max. CW)
12 + Level data [NB] level setting (0=mini. to
255=max.)
15 + Level data Monitor gain setting (0=0% to
255=100%)
16 + Level data VOX gain setting (0=0% to
255=100%)
17 + Level data Anti-VOX gain setting (0=0% to
255=100%)
18 + Level data LCD contrast setting (0=0% to
255=100%)
19 + Level data LCD bright setting (0=0% to
255=100%)

15

01
02
11
12
13
14

Read squelch condition
Read S-meter level
Read Po meter level
Read SWR meter level
Read ALC meter level
Read COMP meter level

16

02

Preamp (0=OFF; 1=preamp 1;
2=preamp 2)
AGC selection (1=Fast; 2=Mid;
3=Slow)

12

CONTROL COMMAND

16

• Command table (continued)
Command

Sub command

Description

Command

Sub command

Description

16

22
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47

Noise blanker (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Noise reduction (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Auto notch (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Repeater tone (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Tone squelch (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Speech compressor (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Monitor (0=OFF; 1=ON)
VOX function (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Break-in (0=OFF; 1=semi breakin; 2=full break-in)
Manual notch (0=OFF; 1=ON)
RTTY filter (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Twin peak filter (0=OFF; 1=ON)
Dial lock (0=OFF; 1=ON)

1A

0517

Send/read power-ON timer set
(0000 to 2359)

0518

Send/read power-OFF period
(5=5 min. to 120=120 min. in
5 min. step)
Send/read calibration marker
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read confirmation beep
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read band edge beep
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read RF/SQL control set
(0=Auto, 1=SQL, 2=RF+SQL)
Send/read quick dualwatch set
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read quick split set (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read FM split offset (HF)
–4.000 to +4.000 MHz
(see p. 114 for details)
Send/read FM split offset (50 MHz)
–4.000 to +4.000 MHz
(see p. 114 for details)
Send/read split lock set (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read tuner auto start set
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read PTT tune set (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read antenna selection
(0=OFF, 1=Manual, 2=Auto)
Send/read RTTY mark frequency
(0=1275 Hz, 1=1615 Hz,
2=2125 Hz)
Send/read RTTY shift width
(0=170 Hz, 1=200 Hz, 2=425 Hz)
Send/read RTTY keying polarity
(0=Normal, 1=Reverse)
Send/read RTTY decode USOS
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read RTTY decode new line
code (0=CR,LF,CR+LF,
1=CR+LF)
Send/read speech language
(0=English, 1=Japanese)
Send/read speech speed (0=slow,
1=fast)
Send/read S-level speech (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read memo pad numbers
(0=5 ch, 1=10 ch)
Send/read main dial auto TS
(0=OFF, 1=Low, 2=High)
Send/read mic. up/down speed
(0=Low, 1=High)
Send/read CI-V transceive set
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read CI-V 731 mode set
(0=OFF, 1=ON)

48
49
4F
50
19

00

Read the transceiver ID

1A

00

Send/read memory contents (see
p. 114 for details)
Send/read band stacking register
contents (see p. 114 for details)
Send/read memory keyer contents (see p. 114 for details)
Send/read the selected filter width
(0=50 Hz to 40/31=3600/2700 Hz)
Send/read the selected AGC time
constant (0=OFF, 1=0.1/0.3 sec. to
13=6.0/8.0 sec.)
Send/read SSB TX Tone (Bass)
level (0 =min. to 10=max.)
Send/read SSB TX Tone (Treble)
level (0=min. to 10=max.)
Send/read MONITOR gain (0=min.
to 255=max.)
Send/read CW side tone gain
(0=min. to 255=max.)
Send/read CW side tone gain limit
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read beep gain (0=min. to
255=max.)
Send/read beep gain limit (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read LCD contrast (0=0% to
255=100%)
Send/read LCD backlight (0=0% to
255=100%)
Send/read LCD horizontal position
(0=1 to 7=8)
Send/read switch backlight (0=1 to
7=8)
Send/read display type (0=A, 1=B,
2=C, 3=D, 4=E, 5=F, 6=G, 7=H)
Send/read display font (0=Basic1,
1=Basic2, 2=Pop, 3=7seg,
4=Italic1, 5=italic2, 6=Classic)
Send/read memory name (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read my call setting (10-character: see p. 114)
Send/read current time (0000 to
2359)

01
02
03
04

0501
0502
0503
0504
0505
0506
0507
0508
0509
0510
0511
0512
0513

0514
0515
0516

0519
0520
0521
0522
0523
0524
0525

0526

0527
0528
0529
0530
0531

0532
0533
0534
0535

0536
0537
0538
0539
0540
0541
0542
0543

16

112

16

CONTROL COMMAND

• Command table (continued)
Command

Sub command

Description

Command

Sub command

Description

1A

0544

Send/read TX spectrum scope set
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read spectrum scope max.
hold set (0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read voice auto monitor set
(0=OFF, 1=ON)

1A

0570

Send/read SSB transmit bandwidth for WIDE setting
(Low: 100/300/500 Hz,
High: 2500/2700/2900 Hz)
Send/read SSB transmit bandwidth for MID setting
(Low: 100/300/500 Hz,
High: 2500/2700/2900 Hz)
Send/read SSB transmit bandwidth-NAR setting
(Low: 100/300/500 Hz,
High: 2500/2700/2900 Hz)
Send/read clock2 function
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read offset time for clock2
(240001=–24:00, 240000=+24:00)
Send/read screen saver setting
(0=OFF, 1=15 min, 2=30 min,
3=60 min)
Send/read RTTY TX USOS
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read DATA mode (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read SSB transmit bandwidth (0=Wide, 1=Middle, 2=Narrow)

0545
0546
0547

0548
0549
0550
0551
0552
0553
0554
0555
0556
0557
0558
0559
0560
0561

0562
0563
0564

0565
0566
0567
0568

0569

113

Send/read cut number style
(0=Normal, 1=190→ANO,
2=190→ANT, 3=90→NO,
4=90→NT)
Send/read count up trigger channel (1=M1, 2=M2, 3=M3, 4=M4)
Send/read present number
(1–9999)
Send/read CW keyer repeat time
(1=1 sec. to 60=60 sec.)
Send/read CW keyer dot/dash
ratio (28=1:1:2.8 to 45=1:1:4.5)
Send/read rise time (0=2 msec.,
1=4 msec., 2=6 msec., 3=8 msec.)
Send/read paddle polarity
(0=Normal, 1=Reverse)
Send/read keyer type (0=Straight,
1=Bug-key, 2=ELEC-Key)
Send/read mic. up/down keyer set
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read scan speed (0=low,
1=high)
Send/read scan resume (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read VOX gain (0=0% to
255=100%)
Send/read anti VOX gain (0=0% to
255=100%)
Send/read VOX delay (0=0.0 sec.
to 20=2.0 sec.)
Send/read RTTY filter bandwidth
(0=250 Hz, 1=300 Hz, 2=350 Hz,
3=500 Hz, 4=1 kHz)
Send/read twin peak filter (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read timer functions (0=OFF,
1=ON)
Send/read DSP filter type
(0=SSB: sharp; CW: sharp,
1=SSB: sharp; CW: soft,
2=SSB: soft CW: sharp,
3=SSB: soft CW: soft)
Send/read quick RIT/∂TX clear
function (0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read SSB/CW synchronous
tuning function (0=OFF, 1=ON)
Send/read CW normal side set
(0=LSB, 1=USB)
Send/read external keypad type
(0=OFF, 1=Keyer send, 2=Voice
play (Tx), 3=Auto)
Send/read NB level (0=0% to
255=100%)

0571

0572

0573
0574
0575

0576
06
07

1B

00
01

Set repeater tone frequency
Set tone squelch tone frequency

1C

00

Set the transceiver to receive or
transmit condition (0=Rx; 1=Tx)
Send/read tuner function (0=OFF,
1=ON, 2=Manual tune)

01

CONTROL COMMAND

16

• To send/read memory contents

• Channel code for memory keyer

When sending or reading memory contents, additional code
as follows must be added to appoint the memory channel.
➥ Additional code: 0000–0101 (0100=P1, 0101=P2)

To send or read the desired memory keyer contents, the
channel and character codes as follows are used.

• Band stacking register
To send or read the desired band stacking register’s contents, combined code of the frequency band and register
codes as follows are used.
For example, when sending/reading the oldest contents in
the 21 MHz band, the code “0703” is used.
• Frequency band code
Code
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11

Frequency band Frequency range (unit: MHz)
1.8
1.800000– 1.999999
3.5
3.400000– 4.099999
7
6.900000– 7.499999
10
9.900000–10.499999
14
13.900000–14.499999
18
17.900000–18.499999
21
20.900000–21.499999
24
24.400000–25.099999
28
28.000000–29.999999
50
50.000000–54.000000
GENE
Other than above

• Channel code
Code
01
02
03
04

Channel number
M1
M2
M3
M4

• Character’s code
Character ASCII code
0–9
30–39
A–Z
41–5A
a–z
61–7A
space
20
/
2F
?
3F
,
2C
.
2E
^
5E
✱
2A

Description
Numerals
Alphabetical characters
Alphabetical characters
Word space
Symbol
Symbol
Symbol
Symbol
e.g., to send BT, enter ^4254
Inserts contact number (can be
used for 1 channel only)

• Character’s code for my call
Description
Numerals
Alphabetical characters
Alphabetical characters
Word space
Symbol
Symbol
Symbol

16

• FM split frequency (HF/50 MHz) setting
The following data sequence is used when sending/reading
the FM split frequency setting.

X

0

X

X

0

X

XX

1 MHz digit: 0–4

Direction:
00=+ direction
01=– direction

r

10 MHz digit: 0 (fixed)

e

10 kHz digit: 0–9

w

100 kHz digit: 0–9

q

100 Hz digit: 0 (fixed)

Registered number
1 (latest)
2
3 (oldest)

Character ASCII code
0–9
30–39
A–Z
41–5A
a–z
61–7A
space
20
–
2D
.
2E
/
2F

1 kHz digit: 0–9

• Register code
Code
01
02
03

114

17

SPECIFICATIONS

• General

• Receiver

• Frequency coverage
: (unit: MHz)
Receiver
0.030–60.000*1*2
Transmitter 1.800–1.999*2, 3.500–3.999*2,
5.33050*3, 5.34650*3, 5.36650*3,
5.37150*3, 5.40350*3,
7.000–7.300*2, 10.100–10.150*2,
14.000–14.350*2, 18.068–18.168*2,
21.000–21.450*2, 24.890–24.990*2,
28.000–29.700*2, 50.000–54.000*2

• Receive system

*1Some frequency bands are not guaranteed.
*2Depending on version.
*3USA version only.

• Mode
: USB, LSB, CW, RTTY, AM, FM
• No. of memory channels : 101 (99 regular, 2 scan edges)
• Antenna connector
: SO-239 × 2 and phono jacks
(RCA; 50 Ω)

• Temperature range
• Frequency stability

: –10˚C to +50˚C
; +14˚F to +122˚F
: Less than ±0.5 ppm 1 min. after
power ON. (–10 to +50˚C; +14 to
+122˚F)

• Frequency resolution
• Power supply

: 1 Hz
: 13.8 V DC ±15%

: Triple conversion
superheterodyne system
• Intermediate frequencies :
1st
64.455 MHz
2nd
455 kHz
3rd
36 kHz
• Sensitivity (typical)
:
SSB, CW, RTTY
0.16 µV (1.80–29.99 MHz)*1
(10 dB S/N)
0.13 µV (50.0–54.0 MHz)*2
AM (10 dB S/N)
13 µV (0.5–1.799 MHz)
2 µV (1.80–29.99 MHz)*1
1 µV (50.0–54.0 MHz)
FM (12 dB SINAD)
0.5 µV (28.0–29.99 MHz)*1
0.32 µV (50.0–54.0 MHz)*2
*1Pre-amp 1 is ON, *2Pre-amp 2 is ON
• Squelch sensitivity (Pre-amp: OFF):

SSB, CW, RTTY
FM
• Selectivity
SSB, RTTY
(BW: 2.4 kHz)
CW (BW: 500 Hz)

(negative ground)

• Power consumption
:
Transmit
Max. power
Receive
Standby
Max. audio
• Dimensions
:
(projections not included)

• Weight (approx.)
• ACC 1 connector
• ACC 2 connector
• CI-V connector
• Display

:
:
:
:
:

AM (BW: 6 kHz)
23 A
3.0 A (typ.)
3.3 A (typ.)
340(W) × 111(H) × 285(D) mm
133⁄8(W) × 43⁄8(H) × 117⁄32(D) in
9.6 kg; 21 lb 3 oz
8-pin DIN connector
7-pin DIN connector
2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8″)
5-inch (diagonal) TFT color LCD

• Transmitter
• Output power (continuously adjustable):
SSB/CW/RTTY/FM
Less than 5 to 100 W
AM
Less than 5 to 40 W
• Modulation system
:
SSB
PSN modulation
AM
Low power modulation
FM
Phase modulation
• Spurious emission
: 50 dB (HF bands)
60 dB (50 MHz band)
• Carrier suppression
: 40 dB
• Unwanted sideband
: 55 dB
suppression
• ∂TX variable range
: ±9.999 kHz
• Microphone connector : 8-pin connector (600 Ω)
• ELEC-KEY connector
: 3-conductor 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4″)
• KEY connector
: 3-conductor 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4″)
• SEND connector
: Phono jack (RCA)
• ALC connector
: Phono jack (RCA)

FM (BW: 15 kHz)
• Spurious and image
rejection ratio
• AF output power
(at 13.8 V DC)
• RIT variable range
• PHONES connector
• External SP connector

Less than 5.6 µV
Less than 1 µV
:
More than 2.4 kHz/–6 dB
Less than 3.6 kHz/–60 dB
More than 500 Hz/–6 dB
Less than 700 Hz/–60 dB
More than 6.0 kHz/–6 dB
Less than 15.0 kHz/–60 dB
More than 12.0 kHz/–6 dB
Less than 20.0 kHz/–60 dB
: More than 70 dB
(except IF through on 50 MHz band)

: More than 2.0 W at 10%
distortion with an 8 Ω load
: ±9.999 kHz
: 3-conductor 6.35 (d) mm (1⁄4″)
: 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm
(1⁄8″)/8 Ω

• Antenna tuner
• Matching impedance range:
HF bands
16.7 to 150 Ω unbalanced
(Less than VSWR 3:1)

50 MHz band

20 to 125 Ω unbalanced
(Less than VSWR 2.5:1)

• Minimum operating input : 8 W
power
• Tuning accuracy
: VSWR 1.5:1 or less
• Insertion loss (after tuning) : Less than 1.0 dB

All stated specifications are typical and subject to change without notice or obligation.

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OPTIONS

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IC-PW1/EURO HF/50 MHz ALL BAND 1 kW LINEAR AMPLIFIER

PS-125 DC POWER SUPPLY

Full-duty 1 kW linear amplifier including an automatic antenna tuner. Has
automatic tuning and band selection capability. Full break-in (QSK) operation is possible. The amplifier/power supply unit and the remote control
unit are separated.

Light weight switching regulator
system power supply.

AH-4 HF/50 MHz AUTOMATIC
ANTENNA TUNER

SM-20 DESKTOP MICROPHONE

AH-2b ANTENNA ELEMENT

• Output voltage: 13.8 V DC
• Max. current drain: 25 A

A 2.5 m long antenna element for
mobile operation
with the AH-4.
• Frequency
coverage:
7–54 MHz bands
with the AH-4

Specially designed to tune a long
wire antenna for portable or mobile
HF operation. The PTT tuner start
function provides simple operation.
• Input power rating: 120 W

SP-23 EXTERNAL SPEAKER

CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER

Unidirectional, electret microphone
for base station operation. Includes
[UP]/[DOWN] switches and a low
cut function.
HM-36 HAND MICROPHONE
Hand microphone equipped
[UP]/[DN] switches.

with

UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT
Announces the receive frequency, mode
and S-meter level in a clear, electronically-generated voice, in English (or
Japanese).

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4 audio filters; headphone jack; can
connect to 2 transceivers.
• Input impedance: 8 Ω
• Max. input power: 4 W

For remote transceiver control
using a personal computer. You
can change frequencies, operating
mode, memory channels, etc.

•About DC power supply
The use of IC-756PROIII (#33, #34, #35, #38, #40) in combination with the DC power supply complies with European
Harmonised Standard regulations under the conditions
listed below.
Conditions
•In combination with PS-125

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ABOUT CE

INSTALLATION NOTES
For amateur base station installations it is recommended that the forwards clearance in front of the antenna array is calculated relative to the EIRP (Effective
Isotropic Radiated Power). The clearance height below
the antenna array can be determined in most cases
from the RF power at the antenna input terminals.

EIRP clearance heights by frequency band
1 Watts 2.1 m
10 Watts 2.8 m
25 Watts 3.4 m
100 Watts
5m
1000 Watts 12 m

As different exposure limits have been recommended
for different frequencies, a relative table shows a
guideline for installation considerations.

Forward clearance, EIRP by frequency band
100 Watts
2m
1000 Watts 6.5 m
10,000 Watts 20 m
100,000 Watts 65 m

Below 30 MHz, the recommended limits are specified
in terms of V/m or A/m fields as they are likely to fall
within the near-field region. Similarly, the antennae
may be physically short in terms of electrical length
and that the installation will require some antenna
matching device which can create local, high intensity
magnetic fields. Analysis of such MF installations is
best considered in association with published guidance
notes such as the FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01
and its annexes relative to amateur transmitter installations. The EC recommended limits are almost identical to the FCC specified ‘uncontrolled’ limits and tables
exist that show pre-calculated safe distances for different antenna types for different frequency bands. Further information can be found at http://www.arrl.org/.
• Typical amateur radio installation
Exposure distance assumes that the predominant radiation pattern is forwards and that radiation vertically
downwards is at unity gain (sidelobe suppression is
equal to main lobe gain). This is true of almost every
gain antenna today. Exposed persons are assumed to
be beneath the antenna array and have a typical
height to 1.8 m.
The figures assume the worst case emission of constant carrier.
For the bands 10 MHz and higher the following power
density limits have been recommended:
10–50 MHz 2 W/sq m

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In all cases any possible risk depends on the transmitter being activated for long periods. (actual recommendation limits are specified as an average during 6
minutes) Normally the transmitter is not active for long
periods of time. Some radio licenses will require that a
timer circuit automatically cuts the transmitter after 1–2
minutes etc.
Similarly some types of transmitter, SSB, CW, AM etc.
have a lower ‘average’ output power and the assessed
risk is even lower.
Versions of the IC-756PROIII which display
the “CE” symbol on the serial number seal,
comply with the essential requirements of
the European Radio and Telecommunication
Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC.
This warning symbol indicates that this
equipment operates in non-harmonised frequency bands and/or may be subject to licensing conditions in the country of use. Be
sure to check that you have the correct version of this radio or the correct programming
of this radio, to comply with national licensing requirement.

ABOUT CE

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DECLARATION
OF CONFORMITY
We Icom Inc. Japan
1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku
Osaka 547-0003, Japan
Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with the
essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test
Suite measurements have been performed.
Kind of equipment:

HF/50 MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER

Type-designation:

Düsseldorf 1st Sep. 2004
Place and date of issue

Icom (Europe) GmbH
Himmelgeister straße 100
D-40225 Düsseldorf
Authorized representative name

Version (where applicable):
This compliance is based on conformity according to Annex III of the
directive 1999/5/EC using the following harmonised standards:

H. Ikegami
General Manager

i) Article 3.1a EN 60950 + A11
ii) Article 3.1b EN 301489-1 and EN 301489-15
iii) Article 3.2
EN 301 783-2

Signature

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IC-756PROIII
#33 (Europe)

IC-756PROIII
#34 (France)

IC-756PROIII
#35 (UK)

IC-756PROIII
#38 (Italy)

IC-756PROIII
#40 (Spain)

A-6378H-1EX
Printed in Japan
© 2004 Icom Inc.


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