Icom IC-7100 100W HF/VHF/UHF All-Mode Transceiver
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Description
The Icom IC-7100 is a mobile capable HF/VHF/UHF transceiver that offers up to 100W of output power on HF/50MHZ, 50W on 144MHZ and 35W on 430/440 MHz, while drawing a max of 22A. The triple conversion superhetrodyne in the IC7100 receives from 0.030 - 199.99 and 400-470 MHz. The intuitive touch screen interface makes operating the Icom IC-7100 a breeze and the large dot-matrix LCD display is positioned for easy view and operation. The controller head is compact in size, making it ideal for limited vehicle or desktop space and even works if you're wearing gloves. The control head also features a built in speaker that provides loud, clear audio as well as jacks for external speaker/headphones, a keyer and microphone. Optional RS-BA1 remote control software allows you to operate the IC-7100 from a remote PC over the internet or your local home network. A built-in SD memory card slot allows you to store various contents including voice memory, memory channels, D-STAR repeater memories and other personal settings. Mobile mounting is easy with the optional MBF-1 suction cup case and the MBA-1 controller bracket, providing easy tilt and swivel adjustments. The high-performance 32-bit floating point IF DSP delivers rich digital signal processing features including digital IF filter, digital twin PBT, noise reduction, CW auto tune, etc. -- those digital features work on all bands from HF to VHF/UHF. The built-in RTTY decoder allows you to instantly read a RTTY message on the display without the need for an external TNC or PC. In the box with the Icom IC-7100 you will find a HM-198 hand microphone, DC Power Cable, Spare Fuses, 13-pin ACC Cable, Electronic Key Plug, Microphone Clip/Hanger, Instruction Manual and Warranty Card.
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UPC Code: 731797016638
Features
In 1995, almost two decades ago, Icom changed the way hams think about mobile HF communication with their introduction of the IC-706. Since that time, the Icom Mobile HF radios have been the Performance HF mobile radio of choice. Now, at the 2012 Tokyo Hamfair, Icom has once again changed mobile HF communications with the introduction of the IC-7100.
Touch Screen Control Portal
An amateur radio first! The radio control head features a large, multi-function, "touch screen"' DOT-Matrix LCD display that is positioned for easy view and operation. This is an important feature as the controller display not only provides information, but is your control portal to the IC-7100's feature settings and menus.
Control Head
Breaking the concept that a radio panel should be flat, the IC-7100's control head is designed for an optimal view angle for the LCD as well as the spacing for large fingers, and plenty of room to have a large internal speaker along with a CW keyjack, phone/speaker, microphone, and control cable.
D-STAR ready
The IC-7100 provides D-STAR DV mode digital voice and low speed data communications. Add a third party GPS* and search the internal database based on your location. Additionally, the IC-7100 incorporates DR mode, which allows the user to control their D-STAR routing based on where they are talking “FROM” and where they want to talk "TO", including Reflector controls.
*External GPS receiver or manual data input required.
IF DSP features
The latest 32-bit floating point DSP supports many digital processing features such as digital IF filter, twin PBT, manual notch filters. Of course, those highgrade digital processing features work on all ham bands, from HF to the 70cm band.
Other features
- Built-in SD Card Slot for voice storage and data cloning
- Dual DSP chips deliver versatile digital processing performance
- Built-in RTTY demodulator and decoder
- Multi-function meter
- SWR graphic display
- DSP controller RF speech compressor
- Total of 505 memory channels
- Voice recording and playback functions
- 70–70.5MHz coverage, 50W output power (for Europe versions only, varies according to version.)
- ± 0.5ppm high frequency stability
- Optional RS-BA1 IP control remote control software
Includes
Icom IC-7100 Transceiver
HM-198 Hand Mic
Control Cable
Ferrite EMI Filter
ACC Cable (13-pin)
DC Power Cable
Spare Fuses
USB Cable
Electronic Key Plug
Microphone Clip/Hanger
CD w/user manual
Icom America will no longer be including CD Manuals in the box for certain
mainframes. Users can still access and download the manuals on Icom
Japan’s website at the following web address:
https://www.icomjapan.com/support/manual/
Below is the list of radios and CD manual removal dates:
- IC-7610 as of June 2020
- IC-7851 as of June 2020
- IC-7300: as of July 2020
- IC-7100: as of July 2020
- ID-5100: as of August 2020
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Customer Reviews
Another thing I like is the fact it is an all mode rig, from 2 meters to 160 meters, with the right antenna this is a real workhorse but it is a joy to operate no matter what mode you are in. It is one of the few that can operate 2 meter SSB - in fact you can run SSB on all bands as well as digital modes with a computer and the right software.
There are few limits on what you can do with it and operating at 100 watts in most HF modes it is very powerful for such a small package. If you are building a compact shack or a monster of a go kit, or installing it in a vehicle, this should be the main ingredient. There are so many things you can do with this transceiver that few rigs out there can match it capability for capability.
The only thing it really lacks is a color waterfall display, but you really don't miss having that once you become familiar with the touch screen it has.
Try the IC-7100 and you will see what I mean.
While I have no doubt the IC-7100 would make a fine base unit, I needed something to replace my Yaesu FT-8900 in my truck.
The FT-8900 was (is) advertised as supporting 2m/70cm as well as 6m and 10m. The problem is, the FT-8900 supports all four frequency ranges in FM mode. And, from what I've deduced, no one is talking to anyone on 10m FM; we're all using 10m USB. Additionally, when I get licensed for additional frequencies, I will have immediately moved past the abilities of the FT-8900.
Enter the IC-7100.
Installation was little more than an R&R procedure. I unplugged everything from the FT-8900 and moved it over to the IC-7100.
The control head is a little more difficult to mount. Not because of the unit itself, but because of the rounded shape of every plastic in the cab of the truck. I really don't want to cook the head during Oklahoma summers by putting it on top of the dashboard (besides, it would then be too far away to comfortably use the touch screen). So, for now, it sits comfortably on the lid of my center console.
With only a single antenna, I needed a splitter and a couple of jumper coax cables to go to the two antenna inputs. I already purchased a new HF mobile antenna; I'm simply waiting for the second mount to arrive so I can eliminate the A/B switch.
I already had an external speaker in my truck, so again, it was a simple matter to unplug the speaker from the FT-8900 and plug it into the control head of the IC-7100. Et voila, instant sound.
After that, it's simply a matter of learning the intricacies of the IC-7100, and the Icom menu structure. But I'm already talking on 2m through our local repeater (15 miles away). I've done a radio check on simplex and made contact 12 miles away across the rolling hills of rural and suburban landscape.
During this just past Field Day I was able to bring in a contact on 10m USB from Arizona to central Oklahoma (all from the comfort of my truck cab).
The touch screen is so very easy to use. It hasn't taken much to gain even a rudimentary grasp of how to navigate around the control settings.
I already realize that this radio will do so much more than I'm even interested in, but to know that the features are available is a comfort.
There's nothing really wrong with the supplied microphone, but I wanted more capability in my mic and so I substituted the shipped mic with an HM-151. This is a great addition to my setup.
I can only think of one thing missing from what is shipped with the IC-7100. Icom does not provide a clip on which I can hang my microphone. Both the standard mic and the HM-151 have a slot on the back of the mic to recieve the hook, but Icom doesn't provide anything. Hey, I know, that's a pretty petty complaint. But, when you're spending $800 for the radio, surely they could have included the $5 hanging clip for the mic.
** for what it's worth, I missed the old guy in the walker, so everything's good.
mobile was easy for HF and vhf. enjoyed it
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